https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-01-01.pdf a047123b7338d985cb4945fd094f4407 PDF Text Text Hastings Publ ic Library 121 S. Church Street Hastings, MI. 49058 IQUC LIBRARs^ed by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. MASTlt'iGc. a local paper oftoday! 1952;N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 *PID. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 23 — Tuesday, January 1, 1991 First year of new decade was good in Maple Valley area by Susan Hinckley for sports fans. For the first time in the school’s 27-year StaffWriter The year 1990 was one of history, the football team contrasts for the Maple Valley turned in an unbeaten season community, but overall, good and set a school record by allowing only 46 points. news outweighed the bad. Community residents were Serious crimes, accidents and fires took their toll, as equally proud of a league usual. On the other end of the champion boys’ basketball spectrum were such ac­ squad and girls’ track team complishments as Vermont­ and an award-winning high ville’s restoration of its school band. Nashville started the year in historic opera house, Nashville’s participation in the spotlight by claiming the building of a Habitat for Barry County New Year’s Humanity home for a local baby. A 6-lb. boy named family, and the opening of Michael, the first child of Putnam Public Library’s new Richard and Patricia Paisley Children’s Wing, financed en­ of Bivens Road, was honored as the first bom in the county tirely by private donations. 1990 also was a great year in 1990 when he made his ap­ pearance in the wee hours of Jan. 2. The Maple Valley Newscarried a report ofthis event, as it did of sundry other happen­ ings of interest to local readers throughout the year. Following is a review of some of those top stories of 1990: Government, of and by the people... An analysis of government actions in the Maple Valley community in 1990 brings out a striking similarity between several issues for die village councils ofNashville and Ver­ montville. For example, both wrestled with a church-alley problem. Restoration of Vermontville's historic opera house was a major project of 1990. It was financed by a state grant and local contributions. Ron Merrill (21) looks for open ground while Matt Heinze (58) clears the way in Maple Valley's pre-regional shutout of Saginaw's Nouvel Catholic Central. Blanket of snow covers the area Kim Betts, 9, and her brother, Jason, 11, children of Mr. and Mrs. Randy Betts of Nashville, enjoyed trying out a Christmas gift last Wednesday morning after stormy skies cleared. Thanks to a blanket of snow that arrived just in time for the holiday, the youngsters had ample opportunity to put new saucer sleds into ac­ tion. Michigan experienced a "White Christmas," as did many other parts of the nation where such an occurrence is not so normal. In July the Vermontville council rejected a request from First Congregational Church for realignment of an adjacent alley to enhance a proposed addition to the historic sanctuary. The change, which would have re­ quired removal of three mature shade trees, was sought by the church for reasons of aesthetics and safe­ ty. The rear door of the pro­ posed addition would open very close to the existing north-south alley, according to architectural plans. The council suggested that instead of the village realign­ ing the alley, the church should redraw the plans. Trustee Rod Harmon said tur­ ning down the request was “not easy to do,” because of the heritage of the communi­ ty, which was settled by a col­ ony of Congregationalists. The Nashville church-alley problem cropped up in Oc­ tober when the Nashville Bap­ tist Church petitioned the Village Council to abandon the west half of an east-west alley between Phillips and Cleveland streets to allow the church to add a fellowship hall and gymnasium to the north side ofthe present sancturary. Hastings attorney David Tripp represented the Baptists at a lively public hearing that preceded a 4-3 council deci­ sion to deny the request. Another similarity shared by the two government units in 1990 was the proposal by a Portland developer, James Lakin, to build apartment complexes in each town. Nashville’s 24-unit building would be located on a threeacre site across from Carl’s Market on Reed Street and would be limited to people at least 62 years of age and the handicapped. The proposal was welcomed by the Village Council but was initially re­ jected by the Planning Com­ mission, which recommended against the necessary rezoning of the present industrial site. A subsequent meeting with Lakin helped to allay certain fears held by the commission and their support was finally given. In Vermontville, which has no zoning ordinance, officials welcomed and supported Lakin s proposal to construct a 16-unit apartment complex on a one-acre site at the corner of Third and Spring streets. Rentals there would not be limited to senior citizens. Lakin now is awaiting ap­ proval of funding by USDA See New decade, page 2 Kirk Chapman spent six weeks stripping and refinishing all the woodwork in Vermontville's 1898 opera house as part of the renovation project. In This Issue... • Maple Leaf Grange welcomes guests to holiday dinner • • Eaton ISD Voc-Tech open house set • Fdotball, basketball titles highlight sports year �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 1, 1991 — Page 2 New decade underway, from front page III Putnam Public Library's new Children's Wing was completed entirely by private donations. No governmental funds were used in the $60,000 addition. Farmers Home Administra­ tion for both projects. A write-in candidate in the village presidential race in both Nashville and Vermont­ ville was the third similarity shared by the communities in 1990. In Nashville, Trustee Ray Hinckley topped newcomer Hank Felder Jr. in the February primary election. Both ran as Republicans. After the defeat, Felder decid- We would like to say a big... ed to launch a write-in cam­ paign to try to win the post in the March general election, but the effort failed. While he lost the primary by only 23 votes, Felder was defeated 101-40 in the general election. Hinckley, who had served 11 years on the Nashville Village Council, replaced John Hughes, who stepped down after eight years at the helm. Habitat for Humanity provided a decent house in a decent community for the Thomas Beardslee family of Nashville in 1990. In Vermontville, a lively race between a trustee and an incumbent president for the top spot resulted in a record turnout for the general elec­ tion. A total of 217 of the village's 402 registered voters came out for the general election, which saw Sue Villanueva hold on to her presidential seat by a close “THANK YOU” ...to the following merchants for their generous support. Our first annual “Christmas Special” Bingo was a huge success. We could not have done it without their generosity. With the two communities support, our new track will become a reality. Mace Pharmacy Independent Bank Hastings City Bank Carl’s Market Bobbi’s Nails Country Kettle Swanson’s Service Nashville Auto Music Center Nashville Feed Store Clay’s Dinner Bell Eaton Federal Savings Kent Oil Co. Good Time Pizza Kathy’s Crafts Sav-Way Vermontville Hardware Sports Stuff V-Junction Nashville Hardware Outpost 110-99 margin. Both she and her challenger, JoeAnn Nehmer, ran as Democrats. Nehmer had stunned the town when she edged Villanueva in February’s primary. Because of that win, hers was the only name printed on the March general election ballot, forcing Villanueva to conduct a write­ in campaign. In May the two com­ munities shared another similar experience, but this one was not unsual for it was the annual Mayor Exchange Day in which both villages normally participate. In 1990, Vermontville exchanged of­ ficials with Ravenna in Muskegon County, and Nashville with Quincy in Branch County. Other issues handled by the two government bodies in 1990 varied. Two grants awarded to Vermontville from Michigan’s Department of Commerce were among the top matters discussed by the Village Council there. The first was a $25,000 Michigan Equity grant to restore the community’s 1898 opera This trophy held by drum major Janel Hansen was won by the Maple Valley high school band when it took top honors at the Blackhawk Inviational. Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School 10 a.m.. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m.. Wednesday: AWANA............ 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Continued on next page— LOOK YOUR BEST FOR THE NEW YEAR! The Mirrors image iwaae Thank you again for your continued support. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters house and the second was a Rural Economic Strategy Grant of $7,200. Vermontville was one of only 32 communities in the state to receive the latter grant, based on the preponderance of low to moderate income residents. The first step in spending the latter grant and seeking addi­ tional implementation funds was to conduct a survey of Vermontville residents to determine wants and needs of the community. The Nashville council’s big­ gest headaches in 1990 came from zoning issues and en­ forcement of the junk or­ dinance. In May the council approved amending the village zoning ordinance to permit one-bedroom apart­ ments above commercial buildings in the downtown business distrct. The action was taken at the request of of Jeff Beebe, who proposed tur­ ning the upper floor of the Gribbin Block and an adjacent building into four apartments. The ongoing Sidney Green VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Church Service 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. 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 Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship........... .11 P.M. Worship........... ...7 Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .7 REV. ALAN METTLER a.m. Hair Stylist for Men, Women and Children CLOSED NEW YEAR’S EVE DAY 11 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE 852-9192 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLECHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi ml. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship Spn. School .9:30 a.m. ...... 11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service ........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ........... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH a.m. p.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. p.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. January 1. 1991 — Page 3 Koren Sherwood, MEA Uniserv director, presented four labor grievances for support personnel at the September meeting of the Board of Education. In the center is Levi Schantz, student representative on the board. New decade gets underway, saga also occupied much time and energy. Green’s violation of probation in connection with cleanup of his R. & F. Industries property on South Main Street landed him in the Barry County Jail in February for a 90-day sentence ordered by District Judge Gary Holman, who later granted Green work release to clean up the inoperative or dismantled vehicles, from page 2 machinery and equipment stored at his business. A last-minute effort by Green to avoid jail by propos­ ing a fence to screen his pro­ perty from view did not win council approval. Disgruntl­ ed, Green ran in the February primary for a trustee’s seat on the Village Council but garnered only 12 votes. The Green case still had not been finished as 1990 drew to a Carroll Wolff, superintendent of Maple Valley schools since its formation, retired in December after 28 years of service. Our Hopes For The New Year Are Soaring! Wishing you peace, prosperity and ' joy in the approaching year. TFotne Jishelt Chcipet DAVID D. ROSIER — FUNERAL DIRECTOR Serving Sunfield and Surrounding Area (517) 566-8141 close. Three appointments to the Nashville Council were necessary in 1990. When Ray Hinckley was elected village president, the council ap­ pointed Carol Jones Dwyer to fill his unexpired trustee’s seat. Once the youngest known elected official in the nation (when she served on the Ann Arbor City Council starting in 1973), Dwyer is the first Democrat to sit on the Nashville council in a decade. She is an attorney working in Lansing for the Michigan Speaker of the House. When Larry Filter in June resigned simultaneously from the Nashville Village Council and the Maple Valley Board of Education for “personal reasons,” the council ap­ pointed former Trustee Richard Chaffee Jr. to fill his unexpired term. (Filter was replaced on the school board by former Trustee Irma Gene Baker.) In September, Nashville trustee David Toman resigned to seek an out-of-state teaching post, and local fireman Chip Smith was ap­ pointed by the council to fill the vacancy. All three Nashville council appointees are unopposed in seeking elec­ tion this spring to their seats in the village’s March general election. No primary election is necessary in Nashville in 1991. Happy retirement... Two longtime servants of the local community retired in 1990, leaving a void that is difficult to fill. Both had become “fixtures” in the Maple Valley area. In June, Nashville physician Dr. Thomas Myers retired from the practice he had con­ ducted for the past 35 years at 307 N. Main. Myers and his wife, Betty, who worked as his nurse, were honored at a surprise party a few days before their official retirement. The couple came to Nashville in 1955 from Traverse City, where he had just completed his internship. Dr. Myers began his practice here as a junior partner of longtime local physician Dr. Stewart Lofdahl and took over when the elder doctor retired in 1960. Dr. and Mrs. Myers raised their family here and both have played an active and important role in the Maple Valley community. December brought the retirement of Carroll J. Wolff, superintendent of Maple Valley schools since its inception in 1963. Wolff came here in 1962 and guided the consolidation of the Ver­ montville and Nashville school districts into the new Maple Valley system. His ear­ ly training in accounting made him a diligent steward of school budgets. Even his oc­ casional critics credit Wolff with the ability to stretch tax dollars to die maximum benefit of Maple Valley students. And he leaves the district in strong financial shape. On another front, the retire­ ment of Eaton County Com­ missioner Edgar Fleetham after 38 consecutive years in the post, will affect the townships of Vermontville, Sunfield and Roxand. Fleetham, 75, announced in April that he would retire on expiration of his current term in January. He began public service 54 years ago as Sun­ field Township treasurer. Among his many ac­ complishments at the county level, his most cherished was Longtime Nashville physician Dr. Thomas Myers and initiating the opening of all commission meetings with a his wife Betty were feted at a surprise party when moment of prayer after the they retired in June. pledge of allegiance, a prac­ Nashville’s United Methdist residents were honored in tice that still continues today. various ways throughout the Church. A huge crowd of mourners year. Two senior members of We shall miss you... also turned out at Nashville the Nashville community Death claimed several Baptist Church in November were singled out for special Maple Valley residents during at services for Bill Hart, 34, a honors in November. 1990. Two in Nashville par­ popular volunteer in the local One was the Rev. Robert ticularly affected many Christian community who had Taylor, who was feted by his residents of the local com­ undergone three open-heart congregation in recognition of munity, for both were widely surgeries during his life. his 25th year as pastor of the known. Although he suffered from a Nashville Assembly of God. Former Nashville Village congenital heart defect. Hart’s He came here in 1965 to President George Frith died in death was unexpected and pastor what was then a little September at age 57 after a came as a shock to his family storefront church on Main lengthy illness. Frith was and his many friends and Street. Three years later the largely responsible for the im­ acquaintances. congregation dedicated a new proved water and sewer church building at its present systems Nashville enjoys to­ location on Reed Street, and Honors are due... day. Services for Frith drew Several Maple Valley Continued on next page— an overflow crowd to HOMETOWN^ LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville (EB OK CREDIT • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • • • • MS Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 We will be closed Dec. 31st for Inventory SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS �The Maple Volley News. Nashville, Tuesday, January 1, 1991 — Page 4 New decade gets underway in Maple Valley area, greatly expanded it with an addition in the 1970s. Nashville Lions Club honored longtime member Nelson Brumm and his wife, Geneva, for their service to the club and their community. Nelson has been a Nashville Lion for 46 years and had never missed a meeting until illness prevented his attendance at the installation of of­ ficers in September. His wife handles dinner reservations for the club, and both have been active in the Nashville Syrup Association, the local Chamber of Commerce, and they have held official com­ munity posts. Honored collectively in 1990 by the Red Cross, the state, and the local V.F.W. were 14 people who took part in a June 1989 life-saving rescue attempt at the mill pond dam in Nashville. Award reci­ pients were honored for their heroic efforts when four teens went over the dam in rubber rafts that sudddenly capsized in the rain-swollen river. One lad perished. Special recognition at the April banquet went to Nashville fireman Chip Smith, who nearly drowned in the rescue attempt, to bystander Ross Meehan, who went into the river to save Smith, and to Pat Powers, local ambulance department director. Accidents and fires... Traffic accidents claimed lives of Maple Valley residents in 1990. In March, Heather Dell, 19, of Nashville, a 1988 Maple Valley graduate, was killed along with her passenger,, a 16-year-old Hastings boy, when the car she was driving left Tanner Lake Road and hit a tree. Lucky to survive, though seriously injured in a July crash, were Jill Ann Lewis, 34, of Vermontville and her children, Johnny Joseph, 7, and Leslie Joseph, 5. Mrs. Lewis, who was eight months pregnant, lost the baby when her car, eastbound on Ver­ montville Highway, was struck by a southbound auto on Otto Road. That car was driven by a Grand Ledge woman. Her mother and daughter perished in the crash and three other children in the car were seriously hurt. In August, Randy Ray Grant, 35, of rural Charlotte, was killed when the van in which he was a passenger strayed across the centerline of M-66 south of- Nashville, near Butler Road, and was struck by a southbound semi­ truck from Illinois. Driver of the van, Fred Spears Jr. of Nashville, was seriously hurt and airlifted to Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. The local men had left work a half The Nashville-based ambulance department started 1990 with a new $55,000 First Response ambulance. hour earlier at Nippondenso Mfg. in Battle Creek where both worked the third shift. The truck driver was not injured. In September, an intersec­ tion two miles north of Nashville that has a long history of deadly accidents was the scene of a crash in An early morning fire in January severely damaged this house on Nashille's Sherman Street. After the shell was sold at auction in April, the village council ordered the new owner to secure the structure. Thank You... for your continued patronage. Serving you is our pleasure! Thelma Christopher, Betty Pierce and Mary Hecker. The Hecker Agency Insurance for yo Home, Business and Car ur Life, 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852*9680 from page ~TkibNoProbPe/rn.(^op{e/‘ pulling into the path of a Blazer driven southbound on M-66 by an Augusta man. The force ofthe impact rolled the truck 175 feet, and pushed the Blazer 112 feet. The truck flipped over, pinning the driver and his passenger underneath. Nashville and Vermontville emergency per­ sonnel teamed up to free the pair and rush them and the Augusta driver and his passenger to Pennock Hospital. The Nashville-CastletonMaple Grove ambulance department took delivery of a new First Response am­ bulance in January. The $55,000 unit not only replaced a 1977 Dodge van but also provided a step up in service with its increased interior space and other important features. 1990 opened and closed with fires. In January, an ear­ ly morning fire at 304 Sher­ man St., Nashville, caused $20,000 structural damage and $6,000 contents loss. For­ tunately, the renter and her three children were not at home. In December, Ver­ montville fought a serious ear­ ly morning fire that caused $50,000 damage to the C a rpenter’s Den in the business district. On the national front... Operation Desert Shield in 1990 brought out the best in the Maple Valley Community with a show of love and sup- ______ _ Baptist Chaplain Cathy Vessecchia launched a “Yellow Ribbon” campaign and organized a hotline for prayers and letters. Vermont­ ville soon followed suit with a project engineered by Village Clerk Sharon Stewart. Maple Valley students got involved in various ways: Sandy Briggs’s Kellogg sixth graders became pen pals with local people serving in j s :: :\ ( / j I f j j / / j j | ) f• j : MVHS students, and sent them “Care” packages con­ taining necessities and treats; Chris Ricketts’ senior govern­ ment classes assembled “Bungee Body Builders” under supervision of a local maker of resistance exercisers to include in Red Cross boxes to West Michigan troops sta­ tioned in Saudi Arabia. “Desert Shield” has been Continued on next page— Write us a Letter! 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Box A Nashville, Ml 49073 / / } j ( • : s ( < { { '( f j / } �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 1, 1991 — Page 5 New decade gets underway, of special interest to local folks who have relatives serv­ ing there, including Arthur Drake, whose two Navy sons are serving on ships in the Persian Gulf and whose Navy daughter and Marine son-in­ law were soon to head that way. Events in the Middle East were watched closely by the Keith McMillens of Nashville. Their son, Bruce, a 1968 grad, and hi&wife have taught for the past five years at the International school in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, about 600 miles from Kuwait. from page 4 Fun and festivities... Unseasonably warm weather ranging into the 80s brought out a record crowd at Vermontville’s 50th annual Syrup Festival in April. Several past syrup festival queens joined 1990 queen Tina Yost in the popular Saturday afternoon parade. Nashville’s Harvest Festival-Muzzleloaders’ Rendezvous in August also was a hit. Failure of a Battle Creek hot-air balloonist to make a promised appearance did not dampen spirits for long. A spectacular fireworks Chaplain Cathy Vessecchia launched a "Tie A. Yellow Ribbon" campaign in September to remind us of service people in the Middle East crisis zone. With her is Pastor Lester DeGroot of Nashville Baptist Church. Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family Owner — Diana Kuempel OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. show at dusk drew an estimated 1,000 spectators. Changing scenery... After six months of delays, the old United Methodist par­ sonage was finally moved from its Washington Street site in October to make way for a new church addition. The house, ' lowered to one story for the transfer, was taken to a location on Guy Road by its new owner. The Maple Valley Co-op nursery, made homeless by that change, finally found a new home in the United Methodist annex after volunteers made an estimated $2,000 in repairs to meet state licensing regulations. A new home for the Thomas Beardslee family was an attractive addition in 1990 on North State Street near Reed in Nashville. The con­ struction project by Barry County Chapter of Habitat for Humanity drew plenty oflocal support and helping hands. Employing Bibical economics, the group builds or renovates homes, then sells them to selected low-income families at no profit and no in­ terest. Prospective owners are required to participate in con­ struction and, in turn, help build future Habitat homes. Some 100 people attended dedication of the Nashville house in October. A $131,000 state project to repave M-66 from Queen Street to Brumm Road, and installation of new concrete curbs and gutter in the business district kept Nashville’s Main Street in a state of disrepair for several weeks in the fall. Displeasure with the quality of the final blacktopping prompted village officials to confront the Michigan Department of Transporation, which has pro­ mised to temporarily withold payment to the contractor and meet with local officials. A separate state project repaved M-66 north to Coats Grove Road at the same time. The people speak... Perhaps the best news ofthe year for some rural Vermont­ ville residents was the deci­ sion in January that the Michigan Department of Cor­ rections would not build its planned 400-500 bed psychiatric hospital in Eaton County’s Benton Township, but instead would locate it in Bath Township in Clinton County. The proposed 125-acre site 10 miles east of Vermontville had been under serious consideration by the state. The reversal came after rigorous protests by local residents against using farmland for a prison for Paving of Nashville's Main Street in a $131,000 state project left Nashville of­ ficials disappointed with quality of blacktopping. criminally insane inmates. Mass property reappraisal of Castleton Township last summer by a professional firm came to a noisy conclu­ sion in December when tax­ payers lyere invited to appear during a three-day session to review proposed changes in their/individual assessments. Angry over hikes ranging as high as 100 percent, some complained loudly to the ap­ praisers and to Castleton Township Supervisor Justin Cooley, who defended the $40,000 project as necessary to bring Castleton Township into line with state regulations and to make local assessments more equitable. We are proud of you... Community residents had a right to exhibit a great deal of pride in Maple Valley athletes in 1990. In March, Lion eagers blasted Bellevue, 67-56, to seize their first SMAA league championship in five years. In May, the MVHS girls’ track team won the SMAA league title for the third consecutive year. With a 6-0 record, they ran up 144 points at the league meet to take first place. In June, the Maple Valley girls took top honors at the Barry County Invitational Track meet with 103 points, out­ distancing second place Hastings, which had only 76 points. The topper of the sports year, of course, was the outstanding performance of the Lions varsity football team, which turned in the first unbeaten regular season in the school’s 27-year history. The squad set a school record by allowing only 46 points in 1990. In Cjass CC pre-regional play, the Lions shut-out Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central, 14-0, at a wellattended Saturday afternoon contest on the Fuller Street field. Advancing to regional finals, the Lions suffered a disappointing 28-7 loss to Muskegon Oakridge. The Maple Valley High School Band also was a source for “Lion Pride” in 1990. In October the local band, under direction of Dennis Vanderhoef, gave an outstan­ ding performance in the Blackhawk Invitational at Leslie. Besides earning Divi­ sion I ratings in all three categories of competition, Maple Valley topped seven other high school bands to win a Best Musicianship award. Also a credit to the MVHS music department in 1990 were 11 local musicians who were part of the 169-member Michigan Lions Club All­ State Band, which was named international champion of all Lions Clubs bands in July competition at St. Louis, Mo. The Maple Valley youths ac­ companied the state band on several other exciting perfor­ mance tours throughout the year. Maple Valley graduated 92 seniors in 1990 at a windy Sunday afternoon ceremony in June. 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Swan ■ (Lansing) 323-9536 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 1, 1991 — Page 6 New decade gets underway in Maple Valley area, gram. The program took a new direction in the fall by renting quarters in Nashville’s council chambers as a conve­ nient location for an Adult Learning Center. Classes are conducted there during flexi­ ble daytime hours, in addition to the traditional evening classes available at the high school. To run a school... Running a school is a com­ plex job, requiring hours of dedication by an array of staff members, including support personnel, teachers, ad­ ministrators, and the board of education. Newcomers John Krolik and Ted Spoelstra join­ ed the ranks of the latter as unopposed candidates in the June school election. The Maple Valley School Board faced many issues in 1990. Perhaps the most im­ portant was finding a replace­ ment for retiring superinten­ dent Carroll Wolff. After a Lansing meeting at which the board reviewed a number ofapplicants, the field ofcandidates was narrowed to seven. By October, the board had named three finalists: Dr. Ozzie Parks of Deckerville, John Ryan of Walkerville and Paul Storm of Buckley. All three came to Maple Valley for public interviews and a board committee then visited home districts of two. By November, the board had decided on Dr. Parks, who agreed to terms of a three-year contract that will pay him $60,000 the first year. That amount will be more than Wolff was paid the last full year of his employment (1989-90) but less than the an­ nual rate of the final half-year he worked ($63,835). The increases in May that brought Wolff’s pay to this level (from $53,730 in the 1988-89 school year) was cause for a stir among local teachers who had made wage concessions in contract negotiations with the board earlier in the year. After six months of stalled talks, re­ jected offers and failed ratification votes, the Maple Valley board in February had reached agreement on terms of three-year contracts with both the Maple Valley Educa­ tion Association and the Maple Valley Support Person­ nel Association. The school board was com­ pelled to devote an inordinate amount of its time from July to September ironing out labor disputes with the support per­ sonnel union. Karen Sher­ wood, representing the bus drivers, teachers’ aides, and a janitor who filed grievances, became a familiar figure at the monthly meetings of the Board of Education. Police blotter... Several serious crimes filled the “police blotter” of the Maple Valley area in 1990. Perhaps the most notorious was the case of armed rob­ bery, rape and kidnapping by a 16-year-old runaway from Starr Commonwealth near Al­ bion. The incident occurred in a home near Nashville, but the 25-year-old rape victim and her 6-year-old nephew were able to escape when the suspect drove them in her car to a Nashville gas station. Ap­ prehended when he crashed into a tree while attempting to flee, Daniel Lee Mooney was sentenced in October to life in prison, but will be eligible for parole after 10 years. In another case, three men in February burst into the mobile home of ah 83-yeafold woman living near Thornapple Lake, beat her and fled with all her money. The vic­ tim was not found for several hours, was later hospitalized for complications, and died. In July, a lone male" entered Vermontville’s Independent Bank and handed the teller a note demanding money. The note said he had a gun, but it was not seen. The teller gave the suspect $1,460 and he fled on foot. Later that day, the Eaton County Sheriff’s department received a tip that a suspect was waiting for a ride at the Felpausch Food Center in Bellevue. About 9 p.m. Detective Leonard Benden, posing as a cab driver in a borrowed taxi, arrested from page 5 Marko Persach, 22, when he noticed the man had red dye on his socks. A red dye pack had been hidden with the money given to the robber. Deputies found $ 1,400 in Persach’s socks. In September, Danny Downing, 36, was arrested at his Nashville residence on a warrant issued by the state at­ torney general’s office. The charge of first-degree murder and a felony firearm charge stemmed from the death of Ryce Sorsen in August 1988 in Montcalm County. Authorities believed Downing had been living with the vic­ tim in Cato Township, near Lakeview, at the time of her death from a gunshot wound. The case of Lary Matson, the former Maple Valley school janitor charged in January with fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct, was in the news throughout 1990. The charge involved a 15-year-old girl and was alleged to have taken place at the high school. Matson was suspended with pay pending the outcome of a trial. In February, a , 19-year-old former student came forward with a similar charge. After a polygraph test and two trial adjournments, Mat­ son pleaded “no contest” to one charge in return for dismissal ofthe other and was sentenced in November to 16 to 24 months in prison. Retirement seminars planned by Extension Warm Wishes Season Greetings from all of us at Stanton's 144 SOUTH MAIN ST. VERMONTVILE. Ml 49096 STANTON'S l^4|ICf«O*CW V KMTCX! IV WILLIAM J. STANTON STEVEN E. STANTON CHRIS STANTON ‘ ‘Ready-Set-Retire, ’ ’ a twosession seminar, is being sponsored by Eaton and Ingham counties, MSU Cooperative Extension Services. Topics will include deter­ mining social security and pension income, retirement income needs considering in­ flation, lifestyle and housing adjustments, estate planning and more. Speakers will include MSU financial specialist Irene Hathaway, attorney David Smith, a panel of retirees and Mona Ellard and Pat Lamison, Extension home economists. The same seminar will be held in two different localoca­ tions. The program will be held Tuesday evenings, Jan. Thank You. ...for your patronage this past year. We hope to continue to serve you in 1991. Laurie and Nancy Nancy’s Beauty Shop 157 S. Main Street, Vermontville Phone 726-0330 15 and 22, at the Midway Motor Lodge in Lansing and Thursdays, Jan. 17 and 24, at the Eaton Rapids High School auditorium in Eaton Rapids. The seminars will run from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Cost is $12 per person, $15 per couple sharing the resource notebook. Preregistration is required. Send check payable to Eaton Cooperative Extension Service and mail to CES, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte, 48813. Please in­ dicate which seminar you will be attending. Registration deadline is Jan. 10. ‘Turtles and Lizards’ field guide now available The MSU Cooperative Ex­ tension Service has produced a new field guide on “Michigan Turtles and Lizards.” The 94-page guide is available from the Eaton County Cooperative Exten­ sion Service, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte, 48813 at $8.95 per copy. Please in­ clude an additional $1.85 when ordering by mail. There were turtles and lizards before there were dinosaurs, and despite the dinosaurs’ demise some 65 million years ago, there are still turtles and lizards today. Though little changed from prehistoric ancestors, these reptiles remain successful animals in the modem world. The guide will help readers understand and appreciate these fascinating animals with information on their anatomy, fossil history, habitats, behavior, distribution, captive care and conservation. The companion publication, Michigan Snakes (E-2000), is also available from the Exten­ sion office for $6.95 per copy. Please include $1.25 for postage, when ordering by mail. BODY TALK” By Michael N. Callton, D.C. ‘Ninetendo Neck’ cases on the rise In the last couple of weeks, our office has seen a dramatic rise in the frequency of headaches, neck stiffness and pain among children. In many cases the cause was traced directly to the playing of Nintendo games, and is called "Nintendo Neck.” The following scenario is fictional and was constructed for general information purposes: Wally and Beaver were excited, for after long months of waiting, they have received a Nintendo set and two games for Christmas. With nothing better to do, the two boys decide to have a 10 hour, ultimate Nintendo battle. With Beaver laying on his stomach, his eyes glaring up at the television screen, he views the theater of war. Walley, sitting cross legged on the floor, punches his hand controls at a feverish pace, trying to gain a decisive advantage over his younger, less coordinated brother. At 2:30 a.m. it’s all over, and once the smoke clears, it’s apparent that big brother Wally has won. The next morning Beaver wakes up with a stiff neck, twisted off to one side. Walley is no better off, nursing a severe headache. Concerned about the simultaneous afflications of her sons, Mrs. Cleaver takes Walley and Beaver to the chiropractor in Nashville, Dr. Mike. After checking the boys’ problems, Dr. Mike tells Mrs. Cleaver that her sons have “Nintendo Neck” from playing improperly. After relaxing their shoulder spasms and adjusting their necks, Dr. Mike tells the boys they cannot play Nintendo until their injuries heal. He also tells them that in the future they must limit their Nintendo playing to one hour per day and they must take a break after playing for halfan hour. Also they must sit up straight in a firm chair, directly facing the television with their eyes and heads level to the television screen. Walley and Beaver resume their Nintendo playing after one week. Following Dr. Mike’s instructions, they have not had reoccurances of their neck and headache problems. This fictional scenario was typical of real life Nintendo in­ juries, although symptoms may vary in form and severity and may affect players of any age. The important message to glean from the story is the instructions given by Dr. Mike. Nintendo playing must be limited while proper seating and posture must be used at all times. Although it is amusing to watch your Nintendo game characters get used and abused in the clutches of your hand controls, real life injuries can occur when measures aren’t taken to avoid “Nintendo Neck.” School Lunch Menus Thursday, Jan. 3 Maplewood School Hotdogs/bun, french fries, Lunch Menu peach, pudding. Wednesday, Jan. 2 Friday, Jan. 4 No school. Pizza, peas, applesauce. Thursday, Jan. 3 Monday, Jan. 7 Hot dogs, green beans, B.B.Q. ’s/Bun, com, pears, pears, cookies. cookie. Friday, Jan. 4 Tuesday, Jan. 8 Pizza, com, peanut butter Tacos/chips, I etsandwich, pickles, tuce/cheese, juice, butter applesauce. sandwich. Monday, Jan. 7 NOTE: Choose one entree. Chicken nuggets, dip, mashed potatoes, bread and Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or butter, peaches. chocolate or whole milk is Tuesday, Jan. 8 Hot ham and cheese, potato served with each meal. chips, com, blueberries. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. ZMaple Valley Athletic Boosters! Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 2 No school. I BINGO I S ! MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA ■ MONDAY • 6:30 P.M. milllllimilllllllllllHII Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) 726-0519 E S Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:15 - — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 1, 1991 — Page 7 Maple Leaf Grange welcomes guests to holiday di nner Musical entertainment was provided by Elaine Doxsie of Grand Ledge. She was accompanied on several selections by Dr. Michael Califon of Nashville on harmonica. Eaton Intermediate School District Voc-Tech open house is Jan. 20 The Eaton Intermediate School District’s 16th annual Vocational-Technical open house will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20, at the Gannon Vocational-Training Building Lobby on the Lans­ ing Community College campus. Anyone interested in know­ ing more about vocationaltechnical education is invited to attend. Students are en­ couraged to bring their parents, brothers, sisters and friends. Visitors will have the op­ portunity to talk with instruc­ tors, tour the facilities, observe students working with various equipment and receive information on the programs available. Refreshments will be served. For further information contact Bev Hundley, EISD, 543-5500. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. Elaine Doxsie of Grand Ledge furnished musical entertainment before and after dinner with lively tunes on her accordian. Dr. Michael Callton of Nashville accom­ panied her with harmonica on several selections. Schantz said she hopes to make the Maple Leaf Grange Christmas Day dinner an an­ nual event, and believes atten­ dance will increase as time goes by. She noted that she enjoys the project. “It makes my Chrismtas more meaningful,” she added. “I love people.” Thank You CARD OF THANKS A special thanks to Dr. Baxter, Dr. Hildebrandt, nurses at Pennock Hospital, L.C.A., Rev. Sally Nolen, Ron and Kate Houck, Audrey Hartenberg and to all who sent cards, plants and food while I was in the Hospital. Lloyd Faust Community Notices AA/AL-ANON: Meetings at St. Cyrils Church Tuesdays at 8:00pm. Guests at the Maple Leaf Grange Christmas Day dinner enjoyed a traditional meal of turkey with all the trimmings, prepared by Grangemaster Ann Schantz and several helpers. MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HMS • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available Maple Valley student Darrold Cheeseman working in an EISD/LCC auto mechanics class. 3 UNIT RENTAL NOW $52,5001! NASHVILLE Price recently reduced. All three units recently remodeled & cur­ rently rented. (2) 1 bedroom units & (1) 2 bedroom unit. Stoves & refrigerators included. Call Sandy. (N-306) (Left to right) Dave Mace, Paula Godbey, Dorothy Corkins, Darlene Hammond, Barb Noble, Kathy Mace. w J-Ad Graphics News Service People should not be alone on Christmas Day, believes Ann Schantz, master of the Maple Leaf Grange. Her conviction of this is so strong that together with her mother-in-law, Reva Schantz, and friend Joyce Starring she organized, advertised and prepared a bountiful holiday feast for anyone who cared to come to the Maple Leaf Grange Hall south of Nashville Tuesday. There, guests were treated to a tradi­ tional turkey feast with all the trimmings, including a variety homemade pies. “We want to welcome peo­ ple so they’re not alone on Christmas,” said Schantz. “It’s not firn to be alone on Christmas.” Lora Babcock assisted Schantz in serving the meal to 27 diners. They had expected around 40 guests but Tues­ day’s wintery weather may have contributed to the lower turnout. Also, some meals were boxed and sent out to shut-ins. The turkey was donated to the Grange by Arden Burd. It's a brand new year ... may it bring you success in all your endeavors! Our sincerest thanks for your patronage in the past. WEEW 219 Main St., Nashville • 852-0845 OPEN: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday thru Saturday NEW LISTING! VERMONTVILLE “TURN OF THE CENTURY” HOME 3 bedroom, formal dining room, large living room, wood floors, many closets and cup­ boards. Above ground pool. Maple Valley Schools. To see this elegant home — call "Jeri." (V-369) NEAR VERMONTVILLE: JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR .Eves. 726-0223 DOC OVERHOLT.................................. S52-174O SANDY LUNDQUIST............... 852-1543 HUBERT DENNIS................................. 726-0122 DON STEINBRECHER....................... 852-1784 GARRY KNOLL......................... Eves. 852-0786 “TATE” MIX Eves. (616) 367-4092 JERI BAKER........................................... 726-1171 JUST LISTED: NASHVILLE Older 2 BR mobile home and garage /shop building on 2 lots. Close to Carl's Market. Listed at $12,500! (N-371) “COUNTRY” LISTING ON 2.3 ACRES 6 room, 2 story, 3 bedroom home "in the country”, sets high, with mature trees. Near Maple Valley High School. Call for an appointment to seel! (CH-358) NEW LISTING: ON 2 ACRES EAST OF SUNFIELD - Large 4 bedroom "country home," paved road, nice shade trees, Lakewood Schools, 22 miles to Lansing. Call Sandy for more "info." (CH-370) NATURAL WOODWORK • NASH­ VILLE ■ STATE ST. - 3 bedrooms, natural oak open staircase, hardwood floor in dining area, attractive brick fire­ place in living room. Screened in porch. Don't miss it! Call today! (N-354) 40 ACRE FARM IDEAL FOR HORSES - Located south of Nashville. 2 story, remodeled, 3 bedroom home. 40x60 hip roof barn with 5 box stalls on lower level, 13x13 tack room, 20 acres of rolling hills with woods & pond sites. Listed at $74,900! (F-319) VACANT LAND: 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) LOT ON M-79 EAST OF HASTINGS Has been "perk tested." Call "Tate." (VL-351) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) NEW LISTING: 2 acre parcel on M-66 south of Nashville. (VL-368) 10 ACRES BUILDING LOTS - Black­ top road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from k $11,900 up. (VL-359) APPROX. 14 ACRES - Near MV High School. Good building site w/possible pond site. Call Hubert Dennis. (VL-364) 6 PLUS ACRES ■ “NEW” LOG HOME - 2 bedrooms (plus walkout basement), 2 full baths, large living room, kitchen and dining "combo", nice open deck across front ($79,500 completed or will sell as is). Property is rolling and has creek and trees. Maple Valley Schools. (CH-355) A �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 1, 1991 — Page 8 Memories i of the | past... Accidents were in the news on New Year's Day back in 1931 Traffic accidents, a hunting mishap and even a humorous post-Christmas mistake were highlighted in The Nashville News 60 years ago this week. Planned New Year’s festivities also were announced. For details on these and other stories of the day, let’s look at the issue of Jan. 1, 1931. Car damaged Judd Phillips’ Oakland sedan was damaged con­ siderably Monday when he turned into James Eddy’s gas station into in the path of the truck of the Roe Moving & Storage Co. of Grand Rapids, which was going north through Nashville. No one was hurt. The fender of the truck was bent, but was soon adjusted. Phillips said he never saw the truck. The Oakland suffered a smashed bumper, radiator and light, and the frame was sprung, which means about $50 or $60 for repairs. Hunting accident Martin Ulczmith of Chicago, who came to visit Tony Lenic, residing north of Nashville, was seriously in­ jured Sunday in a hunting ac­ cident, as his gun discharged when he fell over a log while hunting rabbits, shooting through his right calf. He was brought to Dr. Lofdahl’s of­ fice and then taken to Hastings, where he is a patient at Pennock Hospital. He will be laid up some time from the injury. Christmas gift is boomerang Christmas giving usually brings pleasure, but gifts themselves bring difficulties in their wake oftentimes. From all reports, Jim Howard, who conducts a general store at Morgan, will agree with the latter state­ ment. That is if the reports comjng out of Morgan within the past few days are correct. In fact, he is going to examine his gifts pretty carefully from now on, particularly before “using.” You see he had one ofthose packages oftoilet preparations given him by Santa Claus or one of his representatives, with small packages in it for this and that and tubes con­ taining “this and that,” and that’s where the difficulty developed. When he got ready to shave, he thought he would use his “Christmas gift” and pulled out what he thought was a tube of shaving cream, but he didn’t put on his glasses and verify his snap judgment. No siree! He went right at the business of shavings or thought he did. But shades of night, this new fangled stuff didn’t seem to lather. Another application, no lather yet. After getting the glasses and giving the stuffthe once over, Horrors! Shoe dressing.! A look in the glass — down comes the curtain. We don’t know whether his wife ran him through the Maytag washer in conclusion or whether they used the polishing cloth and shined him up for the winter. But as we remarked, Mr. Howard is a little “skittish” about ‘‘tubes’’ of toilet preparations. News in Brief — Rev. and Mrs. L. B. Ke­ nyon spent Christmas with their daughter, Mrs. Carl Rounds of Detroit. Returning home, they had a little skid­ ding experience, when they landed in the ditch about a mile from home in an effort to miss another car approaching them as they were on a slip­ pery place on the highway. They were not injured, and with the kindess of some men who happened to be at hand, the car was righted up and placed on the highway. They were on their way again with only a bent fender. — There are an unusual number of accidents on US-16 and some of them are of an odd nature. A Lansing man, driving a Duplex truck, was suddenly blown through the cab when the gasoline tank let go. It was located near the battery, and it is thought there was a “short.” Another man driving his team from Portland after marketing a load of oats, lost one ofhis horses when a truck slammed into the rear of his wagon and forced it against the horses so that one of the team was thrown to the pave­ ment and its hip and leg in­ jured beyond repair. The owner was badly bruised. The truck driver, a Holland resi­ dent driving a Zeeland truck, said he had fallen asleep and did not see the wagon until the crash came. A truck and two trailers loaded with merchandise were destroyed by fire on the same highway. The outfit belonged to the Eastern Michigan Tran­ sit Co. and was headed toward Portland. Another truck with refrigerators from the Copeland Co. of Greenville, going in an opposite direction, was in the mixup. The pave­ ment was covered with a light ONE FLAWLESS REASON TO LEARN ABOUT SKIN CARE FROM MARY KAY. YOUR COMPLEXION. 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Lentz Table Co., in early January 1931, displayed an unusual line of tables at a Grand Rapids furniture show, including some formica topped pieces. Founded in Nashville in 1867 by French-born cabinetmaker Jacob Lentz, the family business was established on Main Street in what was to become (and still is) a physician's office. After a downtown factory burned in 1891, the firm built a new plant on Lentz Street (seen here circa-1910) and soon became the town's biggest employer. fall of snow, and the trucks sideswipped in passing. The one with the trailers slid into the ditch on one side and the other on the opposite side. The former caught fire and the merchandise was ruined, while the refrigerators were badly broken up. The business oftraveling on US-16 is full of hazards apparently. — An automobile skidded against the large Christmas tree at the intersection of Kent and Bridge streets, Portland, knocking out the underpinning and letting the tree down on the pavement. The driver did not stop. The tree was. brilliantly decorated with colored incandescents and most of these were broken. — One cat of livestock and one car ofbeans were shipped from Nashville Saturday, and one car of beans early this week. — For display at the Grand Rapids furniture show Jan. 5 to 17, the Lentz Table Co., Nashville, has prepared an unusual line of butterfly tables, occasional tables, dinnette suites, and coffee tables with formica tops. This is a stainless material and is used a great deal in this work. — Santa Claus was the main attraction at Beedle Bros, store Christmas morn­ ing, and he sure was a popular fellow among the little ones as he passed out free candy bags, oranges and stick candy. Homer Downing was the philanthropic gentleman, and his grandson played the part of Santa. — Have you heard anything about the newest sport development in Nashville? A miniature quoit course? Well, rumor has it that Dr. Edgar Morris, who is one of the local enthusiasts of that game, has an eye on the international trophy and his friends, knowing the necessity for practice in order to win from all comers and goers, have supplied “the course” and of course, it must be so. But the location of the “course” has not been an­ nounced and whether Dr. Morris intends it just for “solo” work or will include other devotees of the game is not reported. Anyway it is expected he will tie up all records in the spring. — Orville Flook and family are movingjnto the house they recently purchased of E. V. Keyes. — Mrs. Carl Bean of the Nashville teaching staff is spending the week with her husband at Conklin. — Mrs. John Maurer and baby were brought from Pen­ nock Hospital, Hastings, to their home in Maple Grove Township Saturday in the Hess ambulance. — Otto Dahm of Assyria, son-in-law ofE. D. Olsmtead, was operated upon for appen­ dicitis at Pennock Hospital, Hastings, on Christmas Eve. — The Texaco Service Sta­ tion is installing an outside connection for its air pump for the convenience of motorists. — N. T. Casler of the Star Theater was in Detroit Mon­ Continued on next page— COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. Lie. «1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • 11A” 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 Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, January 1, 1991 — Page 9 Memories of the Past, from page 8 ■M.teiriWlmpIma il into lit Mliggtsi ipiil il ujm -Mtoife taiiti imi toll® iMfc -**£ day on business. — Lloyd Everts and Philip Maurer returned to their school work in Flint Sunday, after spending the holiday vacation with their parents. — Services were held Sun­ day at St. Cyril’s Catholic church in Nashville by Father Geller of Hastings. Services are held every two weeks here. — A search for oil near Mulliken has been abandoned after drillers went down 2,322 feet without success. The Pure Oil Co., holding options on a large amount of land in the vicinity, financed the experiment. — The International Seal and Lock Co. of Hastings, makers of Tyden self-locking car seals, recently shipped 1.5 million Tyden seals to the Dutch East India Co. for use on railroads in Java. Not long ago, an order nearly as large was sent to Mexico. The com­ pany supplies car seals for nearly all the railroad mileage of the Dominion of Canada. They regularly ship seals to Argentina and Brazil in South America and for the use ofthe Cape to Cairo railroad in Africa, and have customers in Belgium and France. — More than 100 were in attendance at the Odd Fellow dance given last Saturday evening. The refreshments were in charge of Edna Cole, Jessie Wenger and Bessie Murray. Everyone reported a good time. — Mabel Mater returned Christmas day from a visit with relatives at Marcellus. — C. T. Hess and wife will spend New Year’s with Mr. Hess’ brother and wife at Homer. — (Barryville) A potluck community dinner will be held at the church New Year’s night, commencing at 6 o’clock. Heber Foster and Ar­ thur Lathrop will put on the program for the evening. The young people are home on their vacation, and all are in­ vited to spend a pleasant time together. — (West Kai a mo) The children of Bowen district and their teacher are enjoying a two-week vacation, after a nice program and tree last Tuesday afternoon. The parents, children, teacher and friends, enjoyed a potluck din­ ner, after which Santa came, leaving many nice gifts for all. — (Striker District) A shower was given Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Chaffee, newlyweds, at Quimby church basement Dec. 19. They were showered with many lovely gifts and well wishes of all. — (Warnerville) The whooping cough is prevalent near Woodland. We are hop­ ing it does not get into our neighborhood. — (Branch District) Miss Francis Darby, who was hurt in an automobile accident, is able to be out again. — “The Big Trail” with 20,000 players in the cast will be seen at the Star Theater New Year’s, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 1, 3 and 4. In­ cluded are 1,800 head of cat­ tle, 1,400 horses, hundreds of mules, 185 covered wagons, 725 real Indians and a produc­ tion staff of 200 experts. This is a great Western, picturing all the trials and hardships of the pioneer travelers over the Great Divide, the Indian fights and massacres. — A crowd of Nashville folks are planning to attend the dance at Vermontville New Year’s Eve and at Kalamo New Year’s night. — Charles Diamante is starting the New Year with a new Chevrolet automobile. — The Nashville News is blessed wtih a considerable number of loyal longtime subscribers. Here’s a series that came out in a few minutes conversation in The News of­ fice as the men in question renewed their News subscrip­ tions. Philip Dahlhouser was the first of the Irio and he remarked that he was married 37 years ago and went right over and subscribed for The News, had taken it ever since and always paid in advance. William Hawblitz of Morgan said he has been married that long and had taken The News even before he was married and had always paid in ad­ vance. The dean of the three was John Andrews of Nashville, who has been mar­ ried for 55 years and always taken the News. Not only that, but he read the first copy of The News (in 1873). Barry County Commission on Aging menu, coming events Wednesday, Jan. 2 Meat patty with gravy, red potatoes, asparagus, dessert bars. Thursday, Jan. 3 Chicken, Italian blend, beets, pudding, bread. Friday, Jan. 4 Goulash, carrots, com, citrus fruit. Monday, Jan. 7 Mushroom steak, potatoes, peas and carrots, bread, fruit. Tuesday, Jan. 8 Veal scallopini, mashed potatoes, winter blend, dessert, bread. Events Wednesday, Jan. 2 Hastings, slides by DeJongs; Delton, Blood Pressure. Thursday, Jan. 3 Hastings, cards or crafts; Nashville, bingo. Friday, Jan. 4 - Hastings, cards; Nashville, popcorn. Monday, Jan. 7 - Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, Jan. 8 - All site puzzles. Barry County Extension | Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: Jan. 7 - Extension Homemakers Rally Day - Expo Center. Jan. 8 - 4-H Veterinary Science Meeting, 7:30 p.m.. Exten­ sion Office, Hastings. Jan. 9 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Exten­ sion Office, Hastings. Jan. 16 - 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Greenman - Haas to be wed Gamer and Lucille Green­ man of Delton announce the engagement oftheir daughter, JoAnn, to Victor P. Haas. Victor is the son of Charles and Betty Haas of Delton. JoAnn is a 1985 graduate of Spring Arbor College and re­ cent graduate of Western Michigan University receiv­ ing her degree in teaching. Victor is a 1975 graduate of Delton Kellogg High School and the postmaster ofthe Ver­ montville Post Office. An Aug. 10th, 1991, wed­ ding is being planned. Eat, drink and be wary 4-H Horse Committee plans first year's meeting Jan. 10 *1^2 One of the first 4-H meetings of the new year will be for the Horse Developmen­ tal Committee. Adult and youth 4-H club representatives will meet Thursday, Jan. 10 at 7:30 fe ff p.m. at Kardel Hall. Impor­ tant business on the agenda in­ cludes a vote on the revised bylaws, election of the presi­ dent, a report on the audit and committee reports. A short educational pro­ gram will also be presented. When it comes to alcohol, it’s easy to be fooled by appearances. But the fact is, that an “innocent” 12 oz. mug of beer or a “harmless” 5 oz. glass of wine, is as guilty of causing intoxication as a standard 1 V4 oz. shot of hard liquor. And, no matter what you’re drinking, one drink per hour sets the pace for responsible moderation. Eating foods that are rich in pro­ tein beforehand^ is another way to temper the effects of alcohol. But perhaps the most sobering fact of all, is that you really don’t have to drink to have a great time. This holiday season, be merry but wise. Use good judgement. Don’t drink and drive. From all of us at... z p. �The Mople Volley News, Nashville. Tuesday, January 1, 1991 — Page 10 Football, basketball titles highlight Lions sports year The 1990 sports year at Maple Valley High School combined the old and the new. The Lion football team began the new decade exactly where it left off in the 1980s: with a winning season. But this year there was more winning than usual. Maple Valley won the S.M.A.A. title for the second time in three years. The Lions qualified for the state championship playoffs, finishing second in-the Class CC regional computer rankings. In the playoff opener, the Maple Valley defense smothered highly touted Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central by a 14-0 score. Defensive back Jason Hoefler grabbed three interceptions, while Darryl Stine and the rest of his defensive linemates made life miserable for Nouvel quarterback Jason Wheatley. The turning point came at the start of the second half. A muffed pitch gave the Pan­ thers a first down on the Lion one-yard line. After three straight plunges up the middle went nowhere, Hoefler busted through the Nouvel line and dropped Wheatley for a six-yard loss. Hoefler later connected with Scott Casteele on a touchdown pass, and Ron Merrill’s 40-yard burst early in the final quarter sealed the win. The next weekend the Lions traveled north to visit Muskegon Oakridge in the regional title game. The Eagles also came in 10-0, and dominated the first half. But Maple Valley regrouped in the second half, and it looked as though the Lions could take control ofthe game. However, turnovers led to several quick Oakridge touchdowns and the Lions dropped a 28-7 decision. The season was one of the best in Maple Valley history, under coach Guenther Mittelstaedt. Hoefler and Stine were awarded with all-state recognition, but their honors reflected the success of the team as a whole. Last winter the Lion cage team won its first conference title in five seasons, and they won it in dramatic fashion. Casteele sunk an eight­ footer at the buzzer to give Maple Valley a 71-70 victory over Pennfield, clinching a tie for the SMAA title. Several hundred of the 1,300 fans that packed the gym spilled out onto the floor to help the Lions celebrate. The win was even more amazing considering the fact that Maple Valley trailed by as many as 15 points in the first half. The following week, the Lions downed Bellevue 67-56 to win the outright title. Maple Valley finished the season with a fine 18-4 record, due largely to the ex­ ploits of Shawn Thompson. Thompson averaged 32.6 points per game in his senior year, and was named on everybody’s all-state team. He was the first all-stater since Maple Valley was form­ ed by the merger ofVermont­ ville and Nashville in the early 1960s. He averaged 26.5 points per game during his varsity career and was the state’s leading scorer as a senior. 1990 was also a good year for the Maple Valley girls’ track team. The Lions captured their third consecutive SMAA title and won the Barry County In­ vitational over some larger schools. Maple Valley also did well at the state Class C track championships, as several of the girls placed. Heidi Reese finished seventh in the discus, while teammate Janet Boldrey took sixth in the 440-yard dash. The two-mile relay team of Jennifer Phenix, Cindy Furlong, Mindy Shour and Tammy Ashley also finished sixth. The standards the 1990 teams set will be difficult to match in 1991, but the power of being around winning teams should not be underestimated. Head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt prepares his team for the regional champ ship game against Muskegon Oakridge. The Lions finished an outstanding season with a 10-1 record. The Lions celebrate their first SMAA title in five years, which happened when Scott Casteele dropped an eight-foot jumper against Battle Creek Pennfield. S s NOTICE | The offices of the ... Hastings Reminder 1 5 Senior Shawn Thompson was named the first all-stater in the history of Maple Valley basketball, scoring 32.6 points per game along the way. * * | | Hastings Banner Maple Valley News Sun & News and the Lakewood News will be closed Monday and Tuesday, December 31 and January 1 and will re-open Wednesday, January 2 at 8:00 a.m. i V V | 5 S s S | | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 1, 199) — Page 11 Equip your home for proper fitness this year Home exeicise once con­ jured up the image of doing sit-ups in time with a TV exer­ cise program or jumping rope in the garage. Today’s home exerciser can choose from a wide range of exercise equip­ ment, from stationary bicycles and rowers to treadmills and weight-lifting machines. Prices range from less than $100 to $20,000 or more for just one piece of equipment, making the choice very confusing. If exercise equipment is on your Christmas list, some basic questions can help you sift through the choices. • What are your goals? Many people buy equipment with good intentions but vague objectives. Is your goal to lose weight or get cardiovascular conditioning? If you want conditioning, look at an aerobic exerciser, such as a treadmill or climber. If you In the Service want to build muscle strength, you will need weight training equipment. If you can afford just one piece of equipment, Tom Whitehead, ofthe National In­ stitute for Fitness and Sport in Indianapolis, suggests the type of exercise bicycle that has moving handlebars to give both an upper and lower body workout. Though others prefer the cross-country ski simulator for total body train­ ing, it requires more coor­ dination than other machines and may be difficult for beginners. Ifyou’re just getting started and don’t know what your goals are or should be, you could benefit from a consulta­ tion with a person trained in exercise physiology. Ifyou’ve been sedentary for a long time, see your doctor before beginning any exercise program. • What will you really use? Last year Americans spent $1.7 billion for home exercise equipment — much of which is sitting unused. Maybe you know of an exercise bike sit- ting in the ironing room and being used as a clothes rack — with clothes piled up on the seat and hangers on the handlebars. To increase the odds that your equipment won’t suffer a familiar fate, test various machines at a health club or fitness center before you buy. • How much should you spend? There’s no easy answer. Certain types of equipment generally cost more than others. A good rower may run around $400, whereas a decent treadmill is more likely to cost triple that amount. Within each type of equip­ ment, the range can span several hundred or even a few thousand dollars. Fitness experts agree on one point: avoid the cheapest stuff — the economy models. The won’t hold up as well or operate as smoothly as the more expensive models. If you don’t like it, it’ll end up in the closet or garage, and you’ve thrown money away. When you compare equip­ ment arid prices, look at these Jonathan L. Halliwill Pvt. Jonathan L. Halliwill has completed basic training at Fort Jackson, S.C. During the training, students received instruction in drill and ceremonies, The Eaton County 4-H Ad­ weapons, map reading, tac­ visory Council will meet tics, military courtesy, Monday, Jan. 7 at 7:30 p.m. military justice, first aid and in the Kardel Hall on the Army history and traditions. Charlotte Fairgrounds. He is the son of Jamce C. Election of 1991 officers, and Margaret Halliwill of voting ofthe 1991 fair theme, 1509 Thomapple Lake Road, planning for upcoming events Nashville. The private is a and workshops, and other 1990 graduate of Maple topics will be discussed. Valley High School. Each 4-H club should have Eaton County 4-H Advisory Council to meet Jan. 7 TOOLS Air Compressors, Air Tools, Air Accessories, Socket Sets, Power Tools, Auto Equipment, Body Tools, Wood Working Equipment, Tool Boxes & Cabinets, Drill Press and Accessories, Vises, Fans. o*w TOOL SALES tflRH WIRCHtlDISI 3 Mlles Noth of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 Eaton County Extension agents to appear on TV Those who have the oppor­ tunity to watch the noon news on WILX-TV, Channel 10, weekdays, probably have seen Eaton Extension agents Allen Krizek on the “Green and Growing” segment on A Red Cross blood drive will be held at the Nashville Baptist Church at the comer of Washington and Phillips streets, Wednesday, Jan. 9, from 12:30 to 6:15 p.m. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. 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The meetings are open to any 4-H parent, leader or member. For more information or to add to agenda topic, contact Kathy Pion, council adult president at 543-6207, or the Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Business Services Community Notices For Sale COFFEE TABLE 2 end tables, very good condition, nice set dark wood. $200. 517-852-0897. National Ads HOUSE $1.00. No Mortgage to worry about, or even a single monthly payment Full price one dollar. Little known program,: get the facts. Amazing recorded, message reveals details. Call anytime 1-900-990-4949. Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Houseplants growing slow­ ly or not at all because of low light, too much water and cool temperatures are the next-best thing to a prescription for winter houseplant problems. One of the most common is oedema. Though it’s often mistaken for a disease, Michigan State University horticulturists explain that it’s a physiological problem in­ stead. It occurs when plant roots take up moisture faster than a plant can get rid of it through its leaves. Symptoms vary by species, but they generally include small, water-soaked blisters or bumps that first appear on the lower or older leaves. The tissue around the bumps may turn red, purple or black, or remain green. In some plants, the water soaking is followed by tan, corky scar tissue. Severely affected leaves turn yellow and fall off. The water-soaked spots oc­ cur when water accumulates in the lef cells, causing them to swell and burst. In houseplants, overwater­ ing usually combines with low light levels to produce oedema. To prevent or control it, move plants to an area with higher light levels and warmer temperatures, and water only when the soil is dry. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) LIBRARY 121-S. Church St ThMXSTll<fc ^49558^1 B93/oi 119 - No. 24 — Tuesday, January 8, 1991 Bomb threat delays close of Maple Valley schools Friday J-Ad Graphics News Service A bomb threat phoned to Maple Valley High School about 2 p.m. Friday delayed the close of the school day there as well as at the elementaries. Buses that normally transport students from the elementary locations at about 2:30 were pressed into service as holding units for student evacuated from the junior­ senior high school. Pat Powers, Maple Valley bus mechanic, who with Bill Quick is acting co-director of the transportation department in the absence of Gerald Aldrich, said the problem caused less than a 30-minute delay in the scheduled runs. According to planned pro­ cedure, when word of the threat was received, the buses were moved from the garage on Reed Street and lined up at the west edge of the high school parking lot to accom­ modate junior-senior high students while the school building was searched by police. This procedure helps keep the students in a controll­ ed situation. Several Maple Valley bus drivers were already at the garage, preparing for their normal afternoon runs when the alarm came in. Nashville firemen were pressed into ser­ vice to drive the other buses to the scene, said Powers. “It was an organized com­ munity effort,” commented Powers. “It seemed to work out very well that way.” Both Nashville and Ver­ montville fire departments were called to the scene to stand by by while Eaton County Sheriff’s deputies searched the schoolhouse. No bomb was found. Larry Lenz, principal ofthe junior-senior high school, said students there finally were Students poured out of released at about 3:15 p.m. the high school Friday Later, Michigan State Police afternoon in an arrived with an explosives- organized manner after sniffing dog to check the a bomb threat was made building, and found nothing. . Additional Photo continued on- page 2 New superintendent signs 3-year contract with M.V. Schools by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A hitch in a proposed threeyear contract with Dr. Ozzie Parks of Deckerville to head the Maple Valley schools was ironed out on New Year's Day. Agreement was reached just in time to get Parks on board for post-holiday reopening of the schools Jan. 3. Parks replaces Carroll Wolff, who retired at the end ofDecember after 28 years of service. At a special Board of Education meeting on Dec. 28 it was disclosed that Parks After a New Year's Day contract signing. Dr. Ozzie Parks is officially the new superintendent of the Maple Valley School District. was unhappy with a change that had been made by the school’s attorney in the pro­ posed contract. “There was a problem on the ‘hold harmless’ clause,” explained Board President William Flower. “Dr. Parks felt it was open ended and ambiguous.” Vice President Charles Viele Sr., who was one of the committee members who met with Parks on New Year’s Day for the signing, said the hitch “wasn’t a real pro­ blem,” and was resolved at that session. The initial contract offered to Parks had been patterned on one provided by the Michigan Association of School Boards and had been considered ac­ ceptable to both Parks and the local board. However, according to Flower, the school’s attorney later * ‘remodeled’ ’ a couple of paragraphs in the proposed contract, which subsequently did not meet with Parks’ approval. Viele explained that the pro­ blem centered on the dif­ ference between the words “shall” and "may” in two contract paragraphs dealing with insurance provisions. Under terms ofthe contract, the board agreed to pay Dr. Parks an annual salary of $60,000 the first year; $63,300 the second year, and to base his third year increase on the same percentage granted the teaching staff. Parks, who was raised in Wayland, began his career as a junior high teacher and See Superintendent page 2 Fire departments from Nashville and Vermontville were called out for the bomb scare Friday at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. *911* emergency system to start Jan. 15 in Nashville J-Ad Graphics News Service Nashville residents receiv­ ing phone bills the last part of December noted a small charge for 911 service. Although the emergency central dispatch system will not officially be activated until Jan. 15, the service has been operable since Nov. 30, ac­ cording to Jackie Ewing ofthe Eaton County Sheriff’s Department. “We’re in a test mode right now, because we found a lot of problems,” said Ewing. She added that publicity on the new system will start after the first of the year. Area residents will be supplied with instructions and phone stickers. Nashville is the first Barry County community to be serv­ ed by the 911 emergency ser­ vice. Because it is in the 517 phone area code, emergency calls from Nashville are to be routed through the system at the Eaton County Sheriffs Department in Charlotte, ex­ plained Ewing. Previously, Nashvilleresidents dialed a local number to report fire or medical emergencies. Fire trucks and ambulances were then dispatched through a cen­ tral Barry County system. Nashville police were sum­ moned by calling the Barry County Sheriffs Department. Ewing stressed that once soSee911, page 2 In This Issue... • Nashville considers building code services • School board decides chief’s vacation pay • Local church addition taking shape • Vermontville eyes local improvements �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. January 8. 1991 — Page 2 (From Our Readers Seeing a beginning and an end Bomb threat at Maple Valley Schools Evacuated students were temporarily housed in these Maple Valley buses parked at the west edge of the school parking lot. Superintendent signs schools contract, coach in Battle Creek, and went from there to Saugatuck as a social studies teacher and athletic director. Next he became a guidance counselor for Constantine Public Schools, then was junior­ senior high principal and athletic director at ClimaxScotts Community Schools, and later, senior high prin­ cipal at Shelby. From 1974 to 1982 he serv­ ed as superintendent of Com­ munity Schools at Mendon, where three ofhis four grown children still live. He has been chief of the Deckerville schools since 1982. His degrees, all from Western Michigan Universi­ ty, are a bachelor’s in social studies and physical educa­ tion, a master’s in guidance and counseling, a specialist in education leadership and a doctorate in the same field. Park's wife, Ruth, who has a master’s degree as a teacher of reading, grew up on a farm at Middleville. The couple currently has two of their former foster children living with them at Deckerville. The family expects to move to a home in Nashville soon. 911 system to begin , meone dials the 911 number, he or she should not immediatly hang up the phone. Several callers, curious to see if the number was in service, recently have done this. As soon as a call rings in on 911, explained Ewing, the ad­ dress and phone number ofthe caller automatically appear on a computer screen. If there is no one on the line, the operator must then try to Jo’s Wearhaus GOING OUT OF BUSINESS STOREWIDE SAVINGS from... 20%-70% on Select Racks OFF ...of Jeans • Sweaters • Knit Tops • Shirts * Belts • And Suspenders Boys Whitewash Jeans (some pleated and with pockets), sizes 8-14 by Levi, Lee & Wrangler ... */z Off Regular Price (reg. price $29-$32) Special racks of Ladies’ Sweaters, Bottoms & Tops ... 50% Off Men’s Basic Levi Jeans 517-505 Straight Leg or Boot Cut ... Now *18.97 — Sale Ends Jan. 31st — HOURS: Mon.-FrI. 10 to 5; Sat. 10 to 4 Ph. 543*3178 136 S. Cochran, Charlotte from front Dear editor: Jan. 1, 1991, a new beginn­ ing and an ending. The ending comes first because it relates to history and the beginning is not yet under way. Jan. 1 marks 54 years of elective service, 38 of those years on the Eaton County Board of Supervisors and the Eaton County Commissioners. All of this has been said before. It is repeated only to make a point that is new. This is the feelings experienced on the day that the name plate on my desk was taken down and given to me to take home. The decision to retire was strictly my own and made voluntarily. There are no regrets. However, there was a tug at the heart strings when it came time to bid goodbye to fellow commissioners and department heads and staff in the county offices. The friend­ ships that have been made and then grew over all ofthe years will always remain. 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass........... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville ’ j Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship iTa.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wednesday: AWANA.......... 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin ... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship...... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship....... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 my friend and neighbor, John Fisher, who has already been sworm in to replace me. The beginning referred to is to become a time of more leisure and a chance for Rosa and I to do some of the things that were never possible before. The duties of office always had priority. It will be an op­ portunity to have uninterrupted time to work the farm and the soil that I love. I am older now and the machinery even older on a comparative basis, but it is still adequate and serviceable. There should be time to slip up to Centennial Golf Course and play at being a “golfer” without feeling guilty that I should be working. There will be the time to do some of the pickup and maintenance that has been neglected for lack of time. Travel is a hoped for part of that new beginning. It all sounds exciting and I am looking forward to it. Edgar Fleetham from front _ reach the caller by phone. If there is no response, a police officer must be dispatched to the address to ascertain whether or not there is an emergency. "It is important to stay on the line,” said Ewing. Barry County voters in the 1990 August primnary elec­ tion approved a one-mill re­ quest for a 911 system, but it is not expected to be opera*tional for three to five years. Vermontville, Nashville people best in the world To the editor: The people of the Nashville and Vermontville areas are the best in the world. Whenever I need help on a project, it seems like they are there all of the time. Being in business, I know that some think it’s better to go out oftown, but they don’t 'Thanks' for the support! Dear editor: I thought it might be time to give back some of the enor­ mous amount of support that I and my family have received while I have been in Saudi Arabia for Operation Desert Shield. I want the people, families, churches, schools, organiza­ tions and communities to know that I, my family, my fellow service members and their families appreciated the care, concern and support you are giving. It’s the letters and packages from across the country and VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH T08 N. Main, Vermontville Church Servi 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG* UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG J Ji*1 f4a*1 4*1 4*>*1 *> fy »< < >in^'j >S' i *s d» »l’ Jfii® pM- <* from the people next door that make the long boring wait a little easier to sit through. The letters from our family and friends tell us about all the people who say that their thoughts and prayers are with us and about these people’s willingness to help out in anyway they can. Thank you for supporting me. Thank you for the rest of us here for your support. Most of all, thank you for the support of those we had to leave behind. Sincererlyt realize how helpful local mer­ chants are. I’m originally from Potter­ ville, but I’m proud to say that I’m a part of these com­ munities (Nashville and Ver­ montville) because the people are so great. The merchants are always willing to come through for the kids of the communities. I’m proud to live and work here. The merchants I would especially like to mention in­ clude Country Video, Carl’s, Country Kettle, Clay’s Dinner Bell, Eaton Federal, Hometown Lumber, Hastings City Bank in Nashville, NASHVILLE Styles-R-Us 224 Main. Nashville 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 am. P.M. Worship............. 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worshi .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER 6 & UNDER $^00 Tk WALK-INS WELCOME 304 Phillips St., Nashville CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE HU»i# naisss frailM n*n ifii* gHiiHi ' fnn Bwsnsr kt ata I j ^lista troiitii w.’taliS hWtiil Inttrtabu ' d ant i MtlS'l!” tai WEDNESDAY SENIOR CITIZEN’S DAY Children’s Hair Cuts BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe Uiiitri u**’ *0llt< giiiil* takiiqj A.M. Worship . .9:30 a.m. Sun. School ..... 11:00 a.m. Sun. School 9:45 a.m. tj-A.M. Service »... . .11 a.m. P.M. Service ...... ..... 7 p.m. 4*Ved. Service .. . .7 p.m. Wheeler’s Marine, Mace Pharmacy, Nashville Auto, Nashville Hardware, Maple Valley Implement, Kent Oil, Michigan Entertainment Center, Musser Service, Hickey Electric, Nashville Feed & Seed, Maple Valley Car Wash, Maple Valley Concrete, Hecker Agency, Good Time Pizza, Maple Valley Chapel, Independent Bank, Carpenter’s Den, John Moore Sales, Maple LeafInn, Vermontville Hardware, O’Dell’s Towing, Hoeffler’s Home Improvement and Citizen’s Elevator. Bob Joseph Nashville iftl"* rismHs SPC Brian C. Gillum Operation Desert Shield Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH It will be different now because I will no longer be serving in an elective capacity with them. We were a group of men and women who cared for and respected one another. Together we had accomplished many things and brought about improvements to the county we all loved. I had the privilege of being a part of a County Board of Commissioners that is certainly one of the finest in the state. The quality of the member­ ship plays a most important role. So, too, does the fact that for some 30 years every board meeting is opened by the salute to our flag and then by prayer. It has been my great honor to have been the unofficial chaplain of the board. As I leave, I can only thank the wonderful people I worked with and the equally wonderfid constituents who supported me so well. And, as I have said before, I have the utmost confidence in ffaa fa OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ..... 11 a'm. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN Open Tues, thru Fri. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (% mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. A.M. Service,.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service .......... 6 p.m. hfail ^Ujm •Riaa j"«h hdk ai ,'* p Kflhtat "W” >»Hi *’"Wtile Jk $ PASTOR MARVIN POTTER ? s? «;js N*‘ 5‘ i bS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 8, 1991 — Page 3 Nashville considers contracting building code services by Susan Hinckley (»U Eniinij. ■*» Bnk. ii ? ™ ’* c it. ijpsfci KfciDtifa ■ tak^Lafli * ’ wit Mwt, “ '.’isM. Mtn ■ b^nmul 11 Uibtr. * ii® * KM StaffWriter A guest at Nashville’s last council meeting of 1990 outlined ways the village might more economically en­ force its zoning ordinance and handle state building code inspections. Andy Spark, of Michigan Township Services, told of­ ficials the firm is “the oldest and largest of its kind in Michigan,’’ and has certified inspectors for every phase of building, including electrical, plumbing, and mechanical. MTS has offices in Grand Rapids, Fruitport, Kalamazoo and Allegan. “The state tells you that you will adopt a code, and you will do business according to the code,” said Sparks. He named several com­ munities now served by MTS. If the council agrees to con­ tract with the firm, Sparks said they would conduct office hours in Nashville one day a week on a regular basis to answer questions about building codes, issue building permits, etc. He said MTS has a goal of opening an office in Barry County. “For the most part, there is no cost to the village at all,” explained Sparks. “The cost of building permits pays the fees.” The firm also could handle local zoning enforcement and inspections at a rate of $30 per hour. Nashville currently pays $1,500 annual salary to a local zoning administrator. The council then considered the potential savings to the village if an agreement is reached with MTS. “If you measure $1,500, maybe you’re going to get a little more some years, but for five or six hours this man (Sparks) could cover a lot of territory and definitely save money,” noted Ted Spoelstra, village president pro tern. The benefits of having a professional building official available on a regular basis during normal business hours and convenience for local residents also were cited by the council. Sparks said his firm would work closely with Nashville’s Zoning Board of Appeals, which has a say on such things as zoning variances. “We work for you,” Sparks told the council. “We are resource persons. We point you to what the law is, what the code is, and the deci­ sion is up to you.” Sparks said his firm can help “upgrade the quality of new construction.” He also outlined condemna­ tion procedures after Village Clerk Rose Heaton expressed concern about the existing “declining housing stock in Nashville,” which she said she views as a more serious problem than new buildings since little new construction goes on in the village. Building permits and in­ spections for Nashville now are handled by Professional Code Inspectors, under the auspices of Barry County Planning and Zoning. A check on Dec. 28 revealed that 11 permits had been approved in Nashville for 1990. For now, the council members said they will -Maple Valley Athletic Boosters 5 I ■ BINGO i 5 S MONDAY • 6:30 P.M. “ 3 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:15 J "» ■■■»■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA discuss the proposal by MTS, one” in village hall, but noted then will advise Sparks of that it is the coming thing. their decision. Trustee Chip Smith said he In another matter Thursday, wondered if a FAX could be the council mulled over poten­ leased for a six-months trial. tial benefits of owning a FAX Village President Ray Hin­ machine. The issue was ckley asked Heaton to look in­ brought up by Trustee Sue to the cost of a FAX as well as VanDerske, who cited the its phone line service charge, convenience of such and to check with other equipment. villages in the area to see if “Why does the village they are using such (hall) or police (department) equipment. not have a FAX machine?” In other business, the asked VanDerske. council: Spoelstra said that while the — Tabled until spring the idea has merit and the system seeking of new bids for is “very, very useful,” he eavestroughing at Putnam said he was “not sure we have Public Library. The council that kind ofneed for one yet. had asked the Library Board Heaton said she did not to seek additional bids in have “a desperate need for November. Nita Brown, board treasurer, was present to say that the overhang also needs re-painting. Hinckley sug­ gested that perhaps an inmate work crew from the Riverside Corrections Center at Ionia could do the painting in the spring. He said the council has been very pleased with other work done in the village by the supervised crew. — Considered a potential $14,000 shortfall in sewer fund receipts for the 1991-92 fiscal year. Hinckley said revenue from the 1980 sewer expansion has dwindled to vir­ tually nothing because most homeowners have now com­ pleted paying for hookups that were financed by the village on a 10-year installment plan. He suggested at least a 40-cent per 1,000 gallon sewer rate increase in the 1991-92 budget. Hinckley said this amount is necessary “even to approach a break- even point.” It would not cover any new construction. — Agreed to send a formal letter to state representatives to protest proposed pay raises for Michigan legislators and other top state officials. IVe are here to help you ... ® Darlene and Belinda are "©re for all your hair care needs. "The Mirrors image" ™1|J6 wii.i.01,2 iiMaaen ii? * *°r Mon' Wom«n & children ill N. 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Eaton Federal FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office — Charlotte — 543-3880 Nashville — 852-1830 Eaton Rapids — 663-1551 Olivet —749-2811 FDIC INSURED OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30; Saturday 9-Noon EQUAL lOISINC LENDER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 8, 1991 — Page 4 4 & & & New church windows make big news sixty-two years ago in town News of the New Year 62 years ago in Nashville includ­ ed installation of new win­ dows at the Methodist Church as a memorial by the Lentz family. A flu outbreak, the season’s first heavy snowfall and a variety of other topics filled the pages of The Nashville News issue of Jan. 3, 1929. New windows installed in M. E. Church Presenting them as a memorial to their father, Albert, Frank and Carl Lentz and their sister, Mrs. W. T. Kuhlman, Detroit, have in­ stalled new windows in the M. E. church, which greatly beautify the appearance ofthe building both inside and out, and increase the efficiency of outside light during the daytime. Every window in the church proper has been replaced by the new ones and the result is a striking contrast to the old, which, because of their dark colors, did not permit daylight to enter with sufficient quanti­ ty to light the church during the day. The windows also present a fine appearance from the outside by night. Installation of the new win­ dows by the Lentz brothers and Mrs. Kuhlman is only a starter toward several needed improvements to be made on and around the church this winter and spring. When weather permits, the woodwork on the outside of the church will be repainted, the tall spire is to taken down and rebuilt along modem lines. When completed, the spire will be much lower. Several trees also are to be cut in front and at the side of the church in an effort to get grass to grow where shade has prevented heretofore. This will be accomplished by spr­ ing and in time to sow grass seed for a lawn next summer. Members of the church are anticipating a much more beautified church and sur­ roundings when these im­ provements have been ef­ fected and considerable ap­ preciation is being expressed for the fine start given by the Lentz family. well as other parts of Michigan, experienced the first heavy snowfall of the winter New Year’s Day when about 10 inches fell. Starting between 4 and 5 a.m., depth of five or six inches had fallen by 7 o’clock, and it continued until after noon, when in­ creased wind velocity started drifting the snow. Country byroads are said to be badly blocked, while county and state snow plows were out during the day Tuesday, open­ ing up main highways^ Turning colder Tuesday afternoon, the mercury con­ tinued to drop throughout the evening and one of the coldest nights of this winter resulted. Former Nashville man says he likes California better than Michigan “The orange trees are load­ ed with fruit, the biggest crop in years, ifnothing happens to them,” says John Offley, in a letter to The News, written at the time of paying his subscription for another year. “I lived around Nashville for over 40 years and think that we can’t get along with the News,” Mr. Offley says, and continues: “I have lived in California for eight years and like it bet­ ter than Michigan. We have nice weather very near the whole year.” Editor’s note: We’re glad Mr. Offley likes California First heavy snowfall struck weather, but we don’t think he here Tuesday should “rub it in” with we Nashville and vicinity, as folks who have to shiver around in Michigan weather all winter. Health conditions reportered better in town and school That the flu situation in Nashville’s schools is greatly improved over two weeks ago is the report coming from Superintendent J. L. Prescott. When school closed for the holiday vacation, there were 94 pupils absent because of sickness. At the reopening Wednesday morning, a checkup showed only 65 ab­ sent, presumably from illness. Reports from about town in­ dicate an improvement, although there are still a large number of cases both in town and through the country districts. Nashville gets another train on signal only A. R. Wagner, local ticket agent for the Michigan Cen­ tral, has been advised that the east-bound passenger train due here at 8:26 a.m., will be stopped on signal for passengers going to Jackson or other points east where the train makes regular stops. This train also will stop to discharge passengers from Grand Rapids or points west of here. This is the first modification of the drastic change in the local train schedule that went into effect several weeks ago, when Nashville was placed in the same category with cross­ roads stops, with only two trains stopping here and these in the wee small hours of the night. New windows installed at Nashville's Methodist Ch h idd btt iti liht It th fit f p g. several improvements slated in 1929 for the Gothi p structure built in 1881 from locally-manufactured white brick at the cost of $5,200. This photo predates the 1916 Community House addition and shows the original 90-foot bell tower that later was modified following a lightning strike. Chevrolet will open new agency here in few days Announcement is made by R. K. Hurd, Chevrolet dealer for Barry County in Hastings, that a branch agency will be opened in Nashville within a few days. The old American Hotel building on South Main Street has been rented, and remodel­ ing ng for or sales saes purposes purpo will start immediately by owners of the building. Mr. Hurd did not advise The News as to who would be in charge of the local agency, Under a schedule announced in early January 1929, an eastbound Michigan Central passenger train passing through Nashville each morning would stop only on signal to board passengers bound for Jackson or other points east, or to discharge passengers from Grand Rapids or other points west. This 1909 scene shows an eastbound train pulling into Nashville in an era when the local depot saw more activity. Note horse-drawn dray at right. but it is understood than an ex­ perienced automobile man has been secured to handle this popular line of cars, new models of which have just been placed on the market. Nashville’s, prospective Automobile owners will wait with interest the initial show­ ing of Chevrolets. Star theatre books large number best movies being produced The Star theatre, Nashville’s playhouse, is and has been booking the best pic­ tures being produced by movieland during the past year. Of 104 pictures adjudged the best productions by that many movie theater managers, who used for their guide the popularity of each picture in box office receipts, the Star management has played 61, almost two-thirds. The Star management has kept apace of the times in pic­ ture showings, further evidenced by the fact that only about 160 pictures a year are shown here. To succeed in showng 61 of the best out of a possible 160 is indeed a record to be proud of by Mr. Face, and a credit to the village. In an interview with The News Monday, Mr. Face stated that about 800 pictures are made each year in movieland, and of those pro­ duced the past year, “Ben Hur” ranked first, “The Big Parade” second, and “Seventh Heaven” third. E. D. Olmstead will manage elevator A change in management of the Nashville Co-Operative Elevator Association took place with the new year. E. D. Olmstead assumed the position occupied by C. D. Hunt for the past two years and four months. Mr. Hunt will continue to manage the Hastings elevator, according to information received by The News Wednesday morn­ ing, he having been in charge of the operations of both elevators during the time of his incumbency here. Mr. Olmstead is not a new man to Nashville. Residing on a farm south of town, he has for the past five years managed the Nashville Co-Operative Co., a stock shipping associa­ tion, with unusual success. During that time he has earned the cooperation of farmers for miles around, and there is no doubt but that he will carry this cooperation with him to the management of the elevator. Mr. Olsmtead resigned his position with the shipping association effective — (Barryville) Miss Madeline McIntyre, a nurse at Nichols Hospital in Battle Creek, spent Christmas with the home folks. — (West Kalamo) The families of Emerson Beck, Harry Gould, Cecil Dye and Gabriel Seres all are entertain­ ing the flu. — (North Kalamo) Mrs. Local News — Carroll Halbert of Mary Dye, teacher of the Wheaton College, Ill., spent North Kalamo school, is ill the week with his parents, Mr. with the flu, so the opening of and Mrs. A. C. Halbert, south school has been postponed for one week. of town. — (Striker District) The — Miss Daisy Scothom is convalescing from an attack teacher, Mrs. Lipkey, gave up the Christmas program of the influenza. — Misses Hazel and Helen because in nearly every home Kinne were Grand Rapids there was some sickness. A very pretty cantata “The Eter­ visitors one day last week. — Fred Miller was sick nal Light,” was to have been with the flu last week, but is given by the school. — (West Vermontville) able to be out again. — John L. Wotring had a The annual New Year’s din­ bad spell one morning last ner given by the Scipio Birth­ week, but is better again. day Club had to be postponed — Mrs. Lila B. Surine was from Tuesday until Sunday on ill with the flu last week, but account of illness of several now is able to sit up a part of members and the hostess, the time. Mrs. John Smelker. Most of — Henry Zuschnitt was the flu victims in the unable to resume his duties at neighborhood are on the gain. Glasgow’s hardware Monday — (Striker District) George because of the grippe. Scott, our mailman, has been — Mrs. Robert Surine was off duty two weeks; sickness confined to the house with the of course. flu last week, and Mrs. Ella Feighner is helping her. Business News — Mrs. Hubert Wilson was — Everything for cold and ill in bed all last week and Mr. grippe. E. L. Kane. and Mrs. Haney Wilson of — Overcoats, $9.99. Kalamo were caring for her . Greene the Tailor, upstairs. and the home. — We have all the leading — Mr. and Mrs. Elmer cold and flu remedies. Von Moore have moved back to W. Fumiss, The Rexall Store. their home in the village, after — Buy your supply of lard spending a few weeks on their now. Any quantity in pails or farm in Maple Grove. cans. Wenger Bros. — Mrs. Cora B. Graham .— Hand and power writes that she has been ill and washing machines do your under the doctor’s care since work quickly and do it well. going to McKeesport, Pa., but Glasgow. is much better again. — For a balanced diet, try — Miss Leora Baas is tak­ fresh fish. Will have them in ing her vacation from the stock the latter part of this State Savings Bank this week, week. Wenger Bros. Market. and Miss Ruby Cogswell, — Hard coal, plenty of it, who formerly worked there, is in stock now. Why not refill supplying for Miss Baas. that bin? Winter is only nicely — Miss Ruth Jordan has started. W. J. Liebhauser. accepted a position as book— An excellent soft coal at keeper at the Nashville Co $7.50 that can’t be beat for the Operative Elevator Associamoney. We’ve filled a lot of tion, beginning her duties bins with it and they’re there the first of the year. satisfied customers. L. H. — (West Kalamo) Mr. and Cook. . Mrs. Frank McWhinney are enjoying a new radio, the Christmas gift of their dau rghstemra sLoisg ,. — (Dayton Comers) Miss Dora Baas attended a watch­ COPE to meet night service at Wakashma Thursday night Monday. — (Martin Comers) The “COPE,” a support group PT A ofthe Martin district will for bereaved families will meet at the schoolhouse Fri­ meet Thursday, Jan. 10, at 7 day evening. A speaker will p.m. at the Nashville United talk on consolidated schools. Methodist Church. There also will be a spelling For more information call contest. 852-0840. the first of this year and Fred Mayo will succeed him in the capacity of manager. The new manager of the elevator and his family will move to Nashville about the first of March, and will reside in the residence now occupied by Frank Johnson. •i win*11 in*11 # J �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 8, 1991 — Page 5 Maple Valley Board decides on school chief's vacation pay by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer How to handle a claim for 10 years of accrued vacation pay recently submitted by retiring Superintendent Car­ roll Wolffwas a difficult issue for the Maple Valley Board of Education. But the panel finally reach­ ed accord after more than two hours of discussion at a special meeting Dec. 28. Wolff sought nearly $30,000 for 122 unused vaca­ tion days dating back to the 1980-81 school year. The board’s Contract Negotiatons Committee, which had met earlier with Wolff, reported that he actually had a total of 210 unused vacation days, dating back to the beginning of his Maple Valley service in 1963, but said Wolff had of­ fered to settle for payment of 122 days. However, only 91.5 days pay were approved by the board at the special meeting. After an initial motion by Trustee Charles Viele Sr., to pay Wolff $22,465.08 in ac“I’m not comfortable with cured vacation pay ended in a (paying) those 22.5 days (ac­ tie vote, it was reworded and crued) before 1983,” he finally received a 5-1 ap­ noted. proval. According to contract, Documentation was another payment for the accrued days issue. To substantiate his is to be based on the daily rate claim, Wolff submitted to the of his 1989-90 salary, which board handwritten records he amounts to $245.52 per day. had kept. The bones ofcontention had “Carroll Wolff deserves to do with documentation of every cent the contract says he unused vacation days in years has coming, but we need past and calculation of days verification,” said Trustee earned since Wolffs last con­ John Krolik. “We can’t be ex­ tract was signed in July 1990. pected to write a check for Viele’s final motion asked for $30,000 based on this kind of clarification of 30.5 days ac­ information.” crued vacation pay claimed However, after reviewing for 1990 and called for the the handwritten record, retiring superintendent to Krolik noted: “He does show waive all rights to any days the days he took, the dates, accrued prior to the 1980-81 what he has coming,” and ad­ school year. ded that he trusted the accoun­ Board President William ting by Wolff, whom he Flower said that Wolffs described as “an honorable 1983-84 contract was the first gentleman.” to provide for accrual ofvaca­ Flower said that until the tion days. Trustee Ted matter surfaced recently he Spoelstra said this was the was not aware that the Wolff reason he cast the lone dissen­ was keeping his own atten­ ting vote in the final approval. dance records. Only since Barry County Red Cross blood drive postponed one week in Nashville brthli'iL R* tRiskiar R bQfktjpi as iiUijhti *> EBitaiK lira nrite Ik ih lathi ■ ■ it ii nc® 11 i*i rtttaih liO -jEEfclt I i*artbi ■w iiainRti i«k kft ■■ JrtR -fcRirit tai -Ort Bl e it -ftkiW ** ,f*3 tfc "'rfi»! ii4 *23 ■ it »L Liii B* Maplewood School Wednesday, Jan. 9 Nacho chips, taco meat, cheese, peas, jelly sandwich, mixed fruit. Thursday, Jan. 10 Hamburg gravy, mashed potatoes, bread and butter, green beans, peaches. Friday, Jan. 11 Com dogs, french fries, com, fresh fruit. Monday, Jan. 14 Hamburg and cheese on bun, potato squares, peas, pears. Tuesday, Jan. 15 Spaghetti, bread sticks, com, applesauce. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. that only 54 days would have elapsed between it and the previous local blood drive, held Nov. 16 at Maple Valley High School, and that many Nashville adults had given blood then. A blood donor is required to wait a minimum of 56 days between donations, explained Turner. “We had 45 regular Nashville donors along with the high school students (at the November drive)” said Fuller St. School Wednesday, Jan. 9 Fishwich/bun, cheese slice, green beans, mixed fruit, pudding. Thursday, Jan. 10 Pizza, carrots, blackberry sauce. Friday, Jan. 11 Tomato soup, crackers, pickle spears, peach, tuna sandwich. Monday, Jan. 14 French toast/syrup, sausage links, juice, raisins. Tuesday, Jan. 15 Scalloped potatoes with cheese, green beans, red raspberry cobbler, tuna sandwich. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Diana’s Place i/’ k* A blood drive scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 9, at the Nashville Baptist Church has been postponed until Wednes­ day, Jan. 16. Don Turner, director of the Barry County chapter of the American Red Cross, said the rescheduled event will be held from 12:30 to 6:15 p.m. in the basement ofthe church at 304 Phillips St. Turner said the drive was reset when it was determined Professional Styling for the Whole Family Owner — Diana Kuempel 852-9481 OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. Turner. He said he expects many of these same people to show up for the drive at the Baptist Church, and because ofthe in­ adequate time factor these donors would have had to be deferred if the event wes held Jan. 9. By postponing the drive until Jan. 16, there should be no problem. Sue Fawley is chairperson of the local blood drive and Suzy Corkwell is the blood coordinator for Nashville Baptist Church. Day care provider training series offered in area The Office For Young Children and the Eaton Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice is inviting interested or potential family and group day care home providers to apply now for the winter Family Day Care Providers Training Series. This six-week course begin­ ning Jan. 28, will be held at Waverly High School in Lans­ ing from 7 to 9:30 on three consecutive. Monday and Wednesday evenings. These workshops are designed to help all par­ ticipants to increase their ability to meet children and family needs, to meet the training requirements for group home day care pro­ viders included in the new licensing rules; and to help prepare providers for ac­ creditation from the National Association For Family Day Care or the Child Develop­ ment Associate National Credentialing Program. “Family to Family” is a program funded by a grant from Mervyn’s/Dayton Hud­ son, which is designed to im­ prove the quality ofcare given to Michigan’s children by pro­ viding free training to family day care providers. For registration informa­ tion, call the Office of Young Children at 887-6996 or toll free (800) 234-6996. 1989-90 has the school secretary-bookkeeper kept track of the superintendent’s work days as a part of the payroll procedure. Several teachers represen­ ting the Maple Valley Educa­ tion Assocation were in the audience, including President Sharlot Sours and Chief Negotiator John Hughes. Sours told the board, “There’s a great credibility factor out there.” Jr.- Sr. High School Prin­ cipal Larry Lenz, who also was in the audience, said that Maple Valley’s contracts with other 12-month administrators does not provide for accuring of unused vacation days, noting: “Ifwe don’t use it, we lose it.” Flower said he had con­ sulted the school’s attorney about Wolff’s request prior to the meeting and had been ad­ vised that if the board agreed to pay him for a specific number of vacation days, a written wavier from Wolff would be needed to preclude any future claims. “According to the attorney, when the board approves it (accrued vacation pay), it becomes binding,” commented Flower. Board Secretary Ronald Tobias argued in favor ofpay­ ing Wolff for the entire 122 days. The Negotiations Com­ mittee, which met recently with Wolffhad signed such an agreement, but most of the board felt this was not binding on the body as a whole. Tobias predicted that a lawsuit will develop if the total re­ quest is not met. “You're headed to court for (payment of) 210 days,” he said. That is the number of days that Wolff had initially said were due him, before offering the compromise figure of 122 to the committee. The board’s negotations committee is expected to meet with Wolffto clarify his claim for the additional 30.5 days vacation pay he claims have accrued since July 1, 1990. In approving the $22,465.08 payment to Wolff, the board also agreed to his request that the check be issued before the end of 1990. Nashville Friends of the Library election of officers set for Monday J-Ad Graphics News Service An election of officers for Friends of Putnam Public Library will be held at a meeting 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 14, at the library. Everyone is welcome to at­ tend, said outgoing President Mary Hay, and anyone who wishes to serve is welcome to run for an office. “We will still accept volunteers up to the time of the election,” noted Hay, who is trying to save the 12-yearold service organization. She has served as an FOL officer for the past 11 years and finds she is no longer able to con­ tinue in the post. Longtime treasurer Joy Peake also is in the same situation, so both are hoping that interested individuals will step forward. Hay reported a good response to a recent Maple Valley News article about the plight of dwindling leadership volunteers in the Friends group. Hay stressed that there are many willing workers, but the leadership roles need to be filled. The group has been very ac­ tive in various projects and program at the library. Some of their major ac- complishments include taking charge of the annual Children’s Summer Story Hour sessions in July, con­ ducting a Christmas Story Hour, holding fund-raising book and bake sales to benefit the library, carrying out year­ ly spring cleaning of the building, and purchasing various equipment and sup­ plies to enhance library operation. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events J The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: Jan. 9 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Exten­ sion Office, Hastings. Jan. 12 - Central Michigan Ag Day, Lakewood High School, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Activities for the whole family. Call Exten­ sion Office for details. Jan. 14 - 4-H Goat Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Ex­ po Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. Jan. 16 - 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Jan. 17 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. Jan. 28 - County 4-H Rabbit Community Service Activity, Ex­ po Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. ’Very nice year-round home at Thornapple Lake ’Screened porch, newer seawall (M-36) ’Land contract terms! L-95. APPROX. 2 ACRES OF LAND Putnam Public Librarian Duska Brumm has high praise for the Friends group. A sign-up list is available at the library for anyone who would like to register as a Friend of the Library. Anyone unable to attend the Jan. 14 meeting but would consider serving as an officer may call Mary Hay or Duska Brumm to indicate this willingness. 1985 mobile home on two lots 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths ’Garage ’Priced at only $22,500! located south of Nashville.............................................. Only $2,950. L-94. APPROX. 4 ACRES............................................... with septic, drainfield and electricity already at site. L-91. APPROX. 10 ACRES............................................................................................................... Nice Joe & Marge Andrews-852-0712 Bob Gardner-726-0331 (N-76) Chris Stanton-543-0598 Kathleen J. Swan-(Lansing) 323-9536 country location! Cindy Doolittle - 726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 8, 1991 — Page 6 Impressive Methodist Church addition takes shape in Nashville pressive 38- x 70-foot structure adjoining the east side of The United Methodist sanctuary. Each working day, Church at the comer of a crew of professional conNashville’s Washington and struction men, and often State streets has become a several church volunteers, beehive of activity. have been busy on the Ground was broken in late building project. Steve Augustine, co-owner October for a new addition that now has grown to an im- of A. & C. Construction, the by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Cutting foundation stone for the new addition was a dusty job for this workman from the R. L. Jackson Masonry Co. of DeWitt. local firm that is prime con­ tractor on the job, said Thurs­ day that work is moving along well. The interior of the twolevel addition has been rough framed, plumbing is in, wir­ ing is under way, and installa­ tion of the heating plant is ex­ pected to start sometime this week. He said about 10 dif­ ferent sub-contractors are in­ volved in the project. Im­ provements also are being made to the existing structure. “Church people are doing a lot of the work,” said Augustine. The addition, which was designed by Richard Benedict of the Lansing architectural firm of Dimitrious Economides, features an im­ pressive main entrance off Washington Street, a lobby, church office, pastor’s office, “new” Boston Room for meetings, and two barrierfree restrooms on the main level, plus several children’s rooms in the basement. A new kitchen will be located in the old Boston Room, a meeting area that was developed by making changes in the church’s Com­ munity House addition after the family of Flora Boston Reinhart left the congregation a sum of money in 1953. Flora’s father, William Boston, was an early Nashville brickmaker who supplied bricks for the con­ struction of the Methodist church in 1881. Bricks closely matching those historic pale yellow (“winter white”) ones now are being installed on the ex­ terior ofthe addition by R. L. Jackson Masonry of DeWitt. The old kitchen will become a cloakroom adjacent to a door that enters the south end of the sanctuary. Many im­ provements will be seen in the new kitchen, which has more than double the floor space of the old one. “They’re setting the (new) kitchen up so they can have dinners anytime they want to,” noted Augustine. He said commercial equipment is be­ ing installed there. The United Methodist Women serve many fund­ raising meals throughout the year, including several Lions Club dinners. The new main floor restrooms also are a welcome feature, as present facilities are located in the basement, making it difficult for the elderly and handicapped to reach them. An elevator NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER • • • • Dr. Michael Callton X-Ray Lab Gentle Spinal Adjusting Physical Therapy Therapeutic Muscle Massage Open 6 Days a Week J FREE CONSULTATION & EXAMINATION | । To determine your health problem • No Obligation Implied Must bring in this coupon to redeem offer I Expires January 15, 1991 Most Insurances Accepted (including Medicare and Medicaid) 127 S. MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE • Phone 852-2070 Stacks of winter white brick were being readied for application under a protective plastic covering that helped hold in heat during Thursday s wintery weather. situatedjust off the new lobby also will permit basement ac­ cess for those who are wheelchair-bound or other­ wise unable to use stairs. In addition to building the new structure, A. & C. Con­ struction is doing extensive renovation of meeting rooms in the old basement, including moving partitions and install­ ing new walls. The lower levels, both old and new, will include meetings rooms for scouts and youth groups, plus a church nursery and Sunday School classrooms, said the Rev. Ronald Brooks, United Methodist pastor. “We needed more and big­ ger classrooms,” noted Brooks, who said the expan­ sion “really enhances the church.” Because of a shortage of space, it has been necessary to conduct Sunday school classes in the sanctuary. He said the addition is part of a longrange plan aimed at meeting needs of the community. “The church has gone through some radical changes in the last few years, and is committed to reaching out to the world and to this com­ munity in Christian love,” said Brooks. He had high praise for church volunteers who have turned out in great numbers to lend a hand with the building project in any way they could. Some also will be involved in the finish work that he said may not be completed until sometime in the summer. Brooks added, however, that he expects to move into his of­ fice in the new addition by April or May and believes the congregation will be able to begin using the entire new facility by May or June. The new kitchen could be ready by the end of February. The church office is located temporarily in the Methodist Annex building at the comer of Washington and Queen streets. The former Trinity Gospel Church building is the new home of Maple Valley Co-op Nursery School. Instead of being known as the Methodist annex, the facility now will be called the Family Life Center, explained Brooks. A variety of family-oriented programs are slated to be held there in the future. Brooks said he sees this an “exciting time” for Nashville United Methodist. “We have a lot of new peo­ ple,” he added. “Those who have not been to this church in a long time should check us out.” The local Methodists have a long history in Nashville. They were the first to hold services in the fledgling com­ munity, in 1866, three years Electrician Jim Jones of Nashville was at work in­ side the new addition, installing overhead lighting. 'THe church has gone through some radical changes in the last few years, and is committed to reaching out to the world and to this community in Christian love." — Rev. Ronald Brooks before the village was incorporated. Those first services were held in an early mill on the west bank of the Thomapple River (near present-day Bridge Street). The present church sanctuary dates back to 1881. It was built a year after fire damaged a frame forerun­ ner constructed in 1870. The frame church was located on the same site as the present brick building. After the fire, the damaged struc­ ture was moved to North Main Street, where it was renovated and used as a town hall and fire station for a number of years. The new church addition is being built on the former loca­ tion of a 1907 Methodist par­ sonage that was moved from the site last October. The church built a new parsonage in Fuller Heights addition in the 1970s. Merle Martin Sales Representative HOME PHONE ... 1-517-566-8526 (Sunfield - Call Collect) For the Option Buyer I will come to yourhome... BUSINESS PHONE — 616-945-2425 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 8, 1991 — Page 7 Michigan's bus stop law changes go into effect this month, says AAA When school resumes this month, new school bus stop laws will provide a different “light look” for motorists, AAA Michigan and the Michigan State Police report. Amendments to Michigan’s school bus stop law, signed Dec. 20 by outgoing Gov. James J. Blanchard, spell out guidelines for motorists to follow, depending on the buses’ flashing lights system. “How a driver responds when approaching or follow­ ing a school bus depends on what lights are on and if the bus is moving or stopped,” said Robert V. Cullen, AAA Michigan Community Safety Services manager. Motorists should be familiar with the following situations: •On buses with overhead red and yellow lights - This new lighting system is being phased in on all Michigan school buses. If overhead yellow lights are flashing, drivers should be prepared to stop, because flashing red lights are about to be activated. When overhead red lights are flashing, approaching and following motorists must come to a complete stop not closer than 20 feet from the stopped school bus. Drivers must not proceed until the signals are turned off. • On buses with overhead red Lights only - These buses with the standard overhead red light system eventually will be phased out. If the overhead red lights are flashing and the bus is mov­ ing, motorists should prepare to stop. When red lights are flashing and the bus is stop­ ped, motorists must stop no closer than 20 feet from the bus. Drivers must not proceed until the signals are turned off. • All school buses - When yellow hazard lights are flashing (located midway or near front and back bumpers of bus) on a moving or stop­ ped bus, motorists may pro­ ceed with caution past the bus. Michigan’s school bus stop law, P.A. 187, originally passed in July 1990, requires all new Michigan school buses to be fitted with yellow overhead lights in addition to the red lights currently on all buses. Retrofitting of old buses, though not required, is encouraged for more uniform and safer bus stops. The amendments to P.A. 187 are designed to correct difficulties experienced by some districts. School districts are not permitted to use a previous bus stop law in which red lights are activated 200 feet prior to the stop. This is for buses not fitted with overhead red and yellow lights. The overhead red-andyellow-light system is in use in 49 states. National studies have found the system pro­ vides a much safer environ­ ment for students by reducing illegal passes of stopped buses. WHAT EVERY DRIVER MUST KNOW About Flashing School Bus Lights School Buses With Overhead Red Lights 1. Overhead red lights are flashing and bus is moving — prepare to stop. 2. Overhead red lights are flashing and bus is stopped. Stop no closer than 20 feet from the bus. 3. Proceed when red lights are turned off. School Buses With Overhead Red and Yellow Lights 1. Overhead yellow lights are flashing — prepare to stop. 2. Overhead red lightss are flashing. Stop no closer than 20 feet from the bus. 3. Proceed when red lights are turned off. New home mortgages available in Michigan Michigan Initiative loans are now available at over 38 commercial banks, savings Scaffolding was extended Thursday as workmen from a Dewitt masonry company worked on bricking the exterior of the new United Methodist Church and loan associations and mortgage companies throughout Michigan. Approximately 10,000 families can be helped to buy homes in the next three years because of this program. These mortgages are available now through a special contract with the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Cor­ poration (Freddie Mac). An important part of the Michigan Initiative is the education that each home owner applying for a loan must receive. Various kinds of training and counseling are available through the Eaton Cooperative Extension Office depending on the client’s ex­ perience with home buying. The Extension Service will make this training available both before and after one pur­ chases a home with the Michigan Initiative Loan. Family income can be up to $44,620 in Eaton County to qualify for this loan, with only a 5 percent down payment needed. There is also a higher debt-to-income and housing expense-to-income ratio which will allow people to qualify for a loan with 15 per­ cent less income than is usual­ ly required under a standard mortgage. The loans will be a 30-year, fixed rate mortgage to pur­ chase a new or existing home that the person will occupy as the principal residence. The interest rate is negotiable bet­ ween the client and the lender. Those interested in applying for a Michigan Initiative Loan or who want to learn more about the benefits of home ownership, can contact Mona Ellard at the Eaton Cooperative Extension Office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. All School Buses Yellow hazard warn­ ing lights are flashing on moving or stopped bus — proceed with caution. 1991 Olympics \THE Shampoo ampoo OFg g ConditionerJjjL Shampoo Mouthwas 3 oz. tube Irvll 15 oz. & Select Formulas Pepto-Bismol MaximunrStrength 8 oz. or Regular 12 oz. PeptoBismol PeptoBismol Tablets 30’s 037 Oil of Olay 4 oz., Night of Olay 1.7 oz., Replenishing iKIkNSIVk MlMSIUKL <MMI1 LX Cream 2 oz. or Moisturizing Complex 1.7 oz. 21® ® Eaton 4-H Personal Appearance clinic There will be a Personal Appearance planning meeting for leaders and older teens Monday, Jan. 14, at 7:30 p.m. at the Extension office (at the comer of Bostwick and Harris streets, behind the old courthouse). Plans for the 1991 Model­ ing Clinic and Style Revue will be discussed. 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The next step will be to seek a $30,000 grant for an engineering study needed to apply for the largerr implementation grant. Village Clerk Sharon Stewart reported Thursday on a recent committee meeting with John Iverson, director of special projects for the Department of Commerce. “We discussed what (pro­ jects) would be most helpfill to the village,” noted Stewart. “Now it’s up to what the state would give us.” Among other proposals that earned high points in a poll at the recent committee meeting were business incentive packages, promotion of ex­ isting businesses and develop­ ment of apartment units. Stewart said Iverson explain­ ed that some of the ideas sug­ gested by Vermontville residents were “not as fun­ dable” as the street and sidewalk proposal. She said Iverson estimated that an engineering study for the street-sidewalk project would run about $30,000. “We cannot apply for the implementation grant without having an engineering study first,” said Stewart. The village will have to contribute 10 percent of the total grant award for that study, as well as 10 percent of the larger implementation grant, if it is approved. “If we have to spend $20,000 to get $180,000, we can’t (afford to) turn it down,” commented Trustee Rod Harmon. Trustee Michael Trumble concurred, noting: “The most we stand to lose is $3,000 (for the engineering study) and that wouldn’t be totally lost.” Stewart said Iverson told the committee that anything to do with streets, sewer or water is “more likely to be funded.” Village President Sue Villanueva said Vermontville initially was selected for the Rural Economic Development grant because of its number of low- to moderate-income residents. “They told us then that the money (for projects) was there,” said Villanueva “but (now) with the new governor (John Engler), you can’t tell. At one time it was 100 percent (assured).” Trustee Donald Martin pointed out that Vermont­ ville’s proposed project should enhance the village economy. “If you don’t have good streets and sidewalks, you’re not going to get new businesses to come in here,” noted Martin. “That’s one of the first things they look at.” On a motion by Harmon the council agreed to accept the recommendation of the Strategic Study Committee to apply for a state grant to con­ duct an engineering study of streets, lighting and sidewalks in the village. In another matter, the coun­ cil approved payment of $1,875 to Mapleview Nursery of Charlotte for five little leaf lindens planted last October. They were planted in the business district to replace earlier trees that had been destroyed by vandalism or ac­ cident. At the time it was believed that the village’s in­ surance carrier, Municipal Consulting Managers, would cover all but $100 deductible per tree, but Stewart reported State engineer to meet with Nashville, officials Andy Strupulis, resident engineer for Michigan’s Department of Transporta­ tion, will meet Wednesday, Jan. 9, with Nashville Village President Ray Hinckley and President Pro-tem Ted Spoelstra on the recent paving of Nashville’s Main Street. After the $131,000 state project to pave M-66 from Church Street to Brumm Road was completed in October, Spoelstra lodged a complaint over what he considered poor quality of blacktopping. He pointed out that the surface had large pock marks that could collect water and freeze in the winter, cracking the surface of the highway. He also noted the poor consisten­ cy of the blacktopping. The council agreed with Spoelstra, and sent letters of complaint to contractor ReithRiley and to the Michigan Department of Transportation. The letter brought a Nov. 28 response from Lee A. Kin­ ney, MDOT district engineer, to Hinckley. In it, Kinney said: “I visited the project for an on-site inspection with Resident Engineer Andy Strupulis. I am, by copy of this letter, informing Reith & Riley that this project will not receive final acceptance until spring. Kinney asked for an oppor­ tunity to meet with village of­ ficials “to review your con- cern's, and the Jan. 9 meeting was subsequently scheduled. Spolestra noted that the village was required to pay $6,600 in advance for its por­ tion of the project, with $3,241 of that amount allocated to blacktopping. Local officials now hope for some sort of redress. Alfred Decker named ‘Mason of the Year for 1991 dinner planned Alfred R. Decker has been named Mason of the Year for 1991 by Nashville Lodge No. 255, Free and Accepted Masons, for his service and dedication to his craft. Decker has been a life-long • HELP WANTED Secretary/Retail Clerk Some Bookkeeping Looking for friendly, responsible person with good phone voice. Apply in person Tues. & Wed. igan 10 a-m-to 2 P-m. Entertainment Center 188888881 Let Us Do The Dirty Work and You Can Have The Fun of Refinishing. — NEW HOURS — Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri. 9:30-4:30 Saturday 8-12 noon Wednesday by chance Stuart and Elaine southworth, Owners Phone (517) 852-0943 Serving our country.. ...in the Middle East Desert Shield service men and women sought for publication J-Ad. Graphics News Service The Lakewood News staff would like to publish the names of active, National Guard or reserve service men and women from the Lakewood School District area who have been called to the Persian Gulf Relatives are welcome to contact our office with information as to the names, ranks, duty, and ways for friends and relatives to write to the soldiers serving as a part of Operation Desert Shield. Please also include names of parents, year he or she graduated from high school and any other information of interest Updated lists will be published in forthcoming issues. Call the Lakewood News at (616) 945-9554, 948-8051, or write: The Lakewood News 1952 N. Broadway Hastings, MI 49058 The paper also has a drop box at Carl's Supermarket in Lake Odessa and at Lakewood High School. Photographs will also be welcomed. The minutes of the regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held December 13, 1990 are available in the Village Hall at 206 N. Main St., Nashville, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. CLIP THIS and SAVE IT! l 538 Sherman, Nashville ai * Stripping * Repair Refinshin9 * Regluing Signs banning street parking during those hours are now posted only at the village limits, said Hannon. He also stressed that in the event of a major snowstorm, plowing of streets will have priority over the village’s clearing of sidewalks, which are the responsiblity of property owners. — Set a committee meeting for 7 p.m. March 8, to work on a proposed 1991-92 municipal budget. — Heard Villanueva ask the Ordinance Committee to tour the village with her to cite violators who have junk vehicles, garbage or other debris on their property. Of­ fenders will receive written notification, said Villanueva, and if cleanup is not ac­ complished within a reasonable time, the matter will be turned over to the village attorney for prosecution. NOTICE Nashville Nash ville — Behind Laundromat THE FURNITURE STRIPPING BUSINESS Thursday that the insurer has advised it will not pay, even though she said a represen­ tative had given prior ap­ proval by phone. When Stewart submitted the claim, it was returned with a denial. Harmon read a section ofthe village insurance policy with MCM, which states no trees or shrubs are covered. “From now on when we deal with the insurance com­ pany, I will make sure it is in writing,” Stewart told the council. The village has received compensation of $632 from the insurance carrier of a driver who destroyed one of the trees by running into it with her auto. In other business Thursday, the council: — Agreed to place a notice in the Maple Valley News for­ bidding parking on village streets from 2 to 5 a.m. for the purpose of snow plowing. resident, and member of the Nashville Lodge for 40 years. Decker will be honored at a special function Friday, Jan. 18, at the Masonic Temple in Nashville. Friends, relatives and Brother Masons are in­ vited to a potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. Meat, rolls and cof­ fee will be furnished by the lodge. A citation will be presented at the ceremony, which will include an address by Mark Jarvie, W.M. of Kalamo Lodge No. 327. Decker and his wife, Helen, are parents of five children, David, Allen, Karen, Donna and Lou Ann. Karen Decker Ryan has passed away. Alfred and Helen Decker reside at 9125 Thomapple Lake Road, Nashville. Call 945-9554 for M.V. News Action-Ads! Reach over 4,400 area homes • 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, December 19, 1990. 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. TWITCHELL Clerk of the Board of Commissioners �The Maple Volley News. Nashville, Tuesday, January 8, 1991 _ Page 9 Maple Valley Lions drop previously unbeaten Springport 86-73 by Todd Tubergen Sports Editor They say basketball is a big man's game. It usually is, but don’t tell that to Maple Valley’s Chip Reese. The 5-8 junior keyed a strong second-half surge as the Lions held off previously unbeaten Springport 86-73 in a big nonleague contest Friday night at Maple Valley. The victory left Maple Valley in first place in the conference standings with a 3-0 record, and improved their overall mark to 4-1. With the Lions holding a slim 51-48 lead, Reese went to work. He hit a three-point bomb at the 3:10 mark of the third quarter to push the lead to six. After a Spartan turnover, Reese drove the lane, scored, drew a foul and converted the free throw for a 57-48 advan­ tage with 2:36 left in the period. Another Reese bucket made it 59-50 in the final minute. In all, he tallied eight of his 11 points in the quarter. Reese’s heroics gave Maple Valley some breathing room in an otherwise tight, hardfought game. Springport converted a pair of free throws after Scott Casteele’s fourth foul to cut the lead to 66-64, but the Spartans could get no closer. Darryl Stine scored off a Jeff Moore miss, then worked his way inside for another basket to give the Lions a 70-64 lead. What may have been the key play of the game follow­ ed. Jason Hoefler missed a (Sports jumper, but junior forward Mickey Collier grabbed the rebound and was fouled. Collier then missed the free throw, but Hoefler chased down the rebound and stuck it back in. A Spartan player fouled Collier on the play, and he converted both free throws for a 74-64 advantage. After Springport narrowed the gap to 74-70, Stine scored off a nice feed from Casteele with 2:20 left in the contest. Senior guard Dan Franks then iced the game from the charity stripe, connecting on six of nine in the final two minutes. Lions’ coach Jerry Reese said that while his squad is sit­ ting atop the league standings, he doesn’t think it has hit full stride yet. “At times we played like it was our season opener,” he said. “Hopefully this will be the last time we do that.” Reese’s comments were in reference to a sloppily played first half, when Maple Valley was burned repeatedly by the Spartans’ fast break. “They got a ton of easy baskets (in the first half),” he said. “They kept flying a guy down and we didn’t get back. Their break was equally effec­ tive off the glass and against our press.” “They are . a very experienced ballclub.” MARY GLENN Bakery - Pizza - Video's 151 S. Main Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-1000 NEW HOURS: Mon. thru Thurs. 6 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 6 a.m.-12 noon; Sun. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) 726-0519 Thank You - H0URS — 8 am't0 5 p m' MonFShru COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml The Spartans, who dropped to 5-1 with the loss, boasted four three-year starters. The Lions were eager to get back into action after the holi­ day break. It was their first game since Dec. 18. “It’s hard to get a lot done during vacation,” Reese said. “The schedule was so chop­ ped up, it makes it hard to work on things.” Casteele led the Maple Valley scoring with 21 points and rebounding with eight. Hoefler added 17 points and Stine chipped in 14 points and seven boards. Franks had another good floor game, contributing five assists and four steals. He also hit the free throws when they counted, although the Lions struggled from the line, hit­ ting just 16 of 32. Maple Valley was severt out of 13 from three-point range. The Lions have a tough week ahead ofthem, traveling to meet SMAA foes Pennfield tonight and Bellevue Friday. Maple Valley’s next home game will be Jan. 18 against Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central, the school that lost to the Lions’ football team in the state playoffs. Scott Casteele of Maple Valley fires a jumper over the outstretched arm of a Springport defender during the Lions 82-73 non league win friday night. Maple Valley travels to Pennfield tonight for a key SMAA game. CARD OF THANKS A heartfelt "Thank you” to family and friends for prayers, cards, gifts and floral offerings on the loss of my brother Lewis Schulze. Thanks to Judy Hook and my niece Ella Allwardt for planning birthday celebrations for Lewis several years at the Country Kettle, to my nephews Roger Schulze and David Vender, to all of his special friends who furn­ ished transportation for him to receive dialysis at Community Hospital during his six months recovery from a broken hip. To doctors and staff at Community and Borgess Hospi­ tals during emergencies, to Nashville Ambulance for sever­ al trips, to my Methodist Church Family for support and kindnes­ ses extended to me; to Mr and Mrs. Genther, Rev. Brooks, and the ladies who served the luncheon. Lastly, but certainly not least to Cheryl Kanes for the wonder­ ful eulogy summing up Lewis 82 years of life. It is a forlorn feeling to be the last of six siblings, but I know they are in a better place free from further sickness and pain, at peace at last! ______________Feme Green CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank Dr. K. Merri­ man and Dr. J. Hildebrandt, Pennock Hospital and Thomapple Manor, all nurses and aids for taking good care of me while I was under their care. I thank relatives and friends for visits, cards, presents, pray­ ers and therapy trips while I was getting a new knee joint. I hope all had a Merry Christmas and have a happy and healthy new year. Viola M. Bennett Community Notices In Memoriam IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of BiUy Ray Maker, Jr., who left us one year ago on Jan. 8, 1990. God saw you getting tired, a cure was not to be. He put his arms around you and whispered come with me. With tearful eyes we watched you suffer and saw you fade away. Although we loved you dear­ ly, we could not ask you to stay. Many times we think of you and many times we've cried. If love could of saved you, you never would have died. A heart ofgold stopped beat­ ing. Two shining eyes at rest. 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We thought we would send you a photo and tell you something about him. His name is SFC Russell A. Copen. He graduated in 1976 from Maple Valley High School. He is presently assigned to Charlee Com­ pany, 20th Engr. Bn. He has a 30-man combat engineering platoon. Theirjob over here will be to remove enemy mine fields and wire fences. SFC Copen has trained his platoon to be experts in the fields of explosives and Camels live near the platoon's base camp. breaching all types of enemy obstacles, so armor and infan­ try units can pass through. As a matter of fact, SFC Copen’s platoon was so well See NL\T. Grad, on page 11 Hildred lone Brown-Hynes SUNFIELD - Hildred Ione Brown-Hynes, 84 of Sunfield passed away Saturday, December 22, 199,0 at a Lans­ ing Hospital Mrs. Hynes had Anyone wishing to write been a resident ofthe Sunfield may reach him at this address: area most ofher life. She was a SPC Brian C. Gillum, Avon Representative for the 377700412, HHC 197th Inf. past 29 years. Mrs. Hynes married Mr. Bde (MP PLT), APO NY 09315, Operation Desert Sidney Brown New Years Eve of 1924. He preceded her in Shield. death January 3, 1947. She Royal L. Shilton Jr. married Leo E. Hynes in 1948. Pvt. 1st Class Royal L. He preceded her in death after Shilton Jr. has deployed to the 16 years of marriage. Also Middle East with American preceding her in death were military forces participating in one son Leonard Brown Sr., grandson Brian Castul, one Operation Desert Shield. Operation Desert Shield is brother, Lee Peabody, one the largest deployment of daughter Jane Latin Brown. She is survived by one U.S. military forces since Vietnam. The operation is in daughter, Edna (Robert) response to Iraq’s invasion of Teachout of Mulliken, three Kuwait and threat to Saudi Arabia. Jacqueline L. Austin “It is the presence of dedicated military people like “Jackie” _________ NASHVILLE - Jacqueline Shilton that brings America’s principles to life and gives L. Austin “Jackie”, 67 ofNashthem strength and meaning,” ville passed away Tuesday, December 25, 1990 at her President George Bush said. Shilton is the son of Royal residence. Mrs. Austin was the daughtL. and Teri A. Shilton of 14285 Nash Highway, Lake er of Howard Hilton Hulbert, and Grace Lucille Wickham. Odessa. She was married to Ellis The soldier is a motor transport operator at Fort Ernest Austin on November Benning, Ga. 10, 1945. He preceded her in He is a 1987 graduate of death on April 21, 1966. Also Lakewood High School. preceding her in death are one daughter, Gay Ellen Austin, Eric W. Terpening four brothers, John, Howard, Navy Petty Officer 3rd James, and Thomas; one sister, Class Eric W. Terpening, son Joan Cairns. She is survived by one of Jerry L. and Judy K. Terpening of 309 Cleveland daughter, Kathy Austin LockSt., Nashville, is currently ton of Atherton, California; deployed to the Middle East in one son, Jeffrey Austin of support of Operation Desert Venice, California; three Shield while serving aboard sisters, Jean Austin of the destroyer USS Spruance, Vermontville, Tanya Sunderhomeported in Mayport, Fla. lin, and Kay Miller both of Six Operation Desert Shield is Lakes; three brothers, Dick the largest deployment of Hulbert ofCarol, Gary Hulbert U.S. military forces since and Michael Hulbert both of Vietnam. The operation is in Six Lakes. Graveside services were response to Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait and threat to Saudi held Monday, December 31, 1990 at Wacousta Cemetery. Arabia. Arrangements were made A 1988 graduate of Maple Valley High School, hejoined by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, the Navy in August 1988. Sunfield. In the service Nashville boy is Barry County’s New Year’s Baby Nashville did it again. For the second year in a row, a Nashville boy has claimed the New Year’s Baby title in Barry County. Cody Michael Litnianski, the son of Patricia Litnianski of 115 Reed St., made his ap­ pearance at 8:08 a.m. Jan. 3. Cody wieghed in at 7 pounds and 5 and three quarters ounces. Cody succeeded 1990 New Year's Baby Michael Lee Paisley, the son of Richard and Patricia paisley of 8678 Bivens Road. MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate Brian C. Gillum ’ SPC Briuan C. Gillumihas been deployed, to Saudi Arabia. He was deployed* with the 197th Infantry Brigade in August. He works as military police providing security to unit supply convoys. SPC Gillum is a former stu­ dent ofboth Maple Valley and Lakewood high schools. He graduated in 1986 from Grand Rapids Central High School. SPC Gillum is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Gillum Jr. of Nashville and Mr. and Mrs. Neal Wilkins of Freeport. MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. 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Nashville, Tuesday, January 8. 1991 — Page 11 Maple Valley Girls Varsity spikers 3*2 in young season Nashville residents enjoy Florida reunion When the Bruce Randall family got together recently for the holiday, they en­ joyed a reunion of three life-long Nashville families. The Carpenters and the Dooleys joined the Randalls at the home of Ruth (Randall) Baker in Ft. Myers, Fla. Pictured above are (front row), from left) Michelle and Stephanie Grier, (Ran­ dall's granddaughter), Bruce Randall, Frances Dooley, Mrs. Irene Meade of Hastings, (back row) Ken and Ruth (Randall) Baker, Della (Dooley) Meade, Don and Jane (Randall) Grier of Bangor, Mich., Wade and Mary Carpenter, Mike Dooley and son-in-law Art Meade of Lake Odessa. Lion frosh gain first season win On Tuesday, Dec. 11, the Maple Valley freshman con­ ference play in an unfriendly Bronson gym. The Vikings held the Lions scoreless for the first eight minutes. During the second quarter, the Lions played well enough to win the quarter, but they still trailed at the half 24-12. The third quarter saw the Lions fall further behind, as the pressure from the Bronson press got to them. The final score was 51 to 28. Maple Valley Sr.-Jr. High lunch menu £ K. lata, lfE Kfflm URHU hukiw ;£ m Jjz rum ,Wu 'few eri Wednesday, Jan. 9 ♦Salad, *Baked Chicken, mashed potatoes, butter, fruit jello, bread and butter. Thursday, Jan. 10 *Salad, *Spaghetti, *Tuna Sandwich, peas, roll and but­ ter, pears, salad bar. Friday, Jan. 11 ♦Salad/Crackers, ♦Burritos, sauce/cheese, green beans, applesauce, cookie. Monday, Jan. 14 ♦Salad, *Chili/Crackes, pickles, apple crisp, peanut butter sandwich Tuesday, Jan. 15 ♦Salad, * Hot dog/bun, ♦Spanish Rice, peas, peaches, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. M.V. grad leads platoon, from page 10- ifoiwi •fol ilff ml. SFC Copen in a sand storm in Saudi Arabia. trained they won the first ever “Honor platoon” for combat engineers at Fort Campbell, Ky. He also led his platoon in the highest "Skill Qualifica­ tion Test” in the United States Army, with a 89 percent average, with the lowest score being 85 percent. Not only have they per­ formed well on paper, but during the last platoon “ARTEP,” his squads placed first, second, and third. This feat has never been done before. His platoon is well recognized in the 20th Engr. Bn as being the best. SFC Copen and his platoon, along with the rest of this command was hand picked by Col. Flowers, commander of the 20th Engineer Brigade, out of Fort Bragg, N.C. In his words, “This is a time we need our best soldiers and the men of the 20th Engineer Battalion are the best I have under my command.” I hope that you will print this in your paper. I know for a fact that SFC Copen has received hundreds of letters from your community, telling him of their support. It means a lot to him and the rest of the command to know that the people and their community support us. Jon Mitchell and Justin Lake scored eight points each, and Rich Furlong chipped in six points. Mitchell also grab­ bed 14 rebounds and Craig Hamilton added nine more. Friday saw the Lions travel to Battle Creek to take on the St. Philip Tigers. The Lions were very tenative in the first stanza and fell behind 18-5. The table was really turned in the second quarter as the Lions outscored the Tigers 11-3. At half-time the score was 21-16. The second half was all St. Philip’s as they outdistanced the Lions 35-18 making the final score 56-34. Craig Hamilton led the Lions with 13 points. Jon Mit­ chell and Justin Lake had seven points each. Reserve Mike Kuemple came into the game and scored all five ofthe Lion’s fourth-quarter points. Jon Mitchell again led the Lion rebounders with 10 boards. Ben Mudry was credited with three assists. On Tuesday, Dec. 18, Maple Valley headed to Galesburg-Augusta to take on the Rams. The game was the fourth of seven consecutive road trips for the Lions. Tuesday’s game was a much needed booster. After a back and forth opening period, the Lions got their game going, building a 28-16 advantage by intermission. With five seconds left on the clock, the Lions’ Justin Lake drained a three-point field goal to increase the Lion lead to double figures. During the halftime break, coach Clay reminded his charges not to get overconfi­ dent and to continue playing smart basketball. They did just that and held the Rams to' only two third-quarter points while scoring 13. Going into the fourth and final stanza, the Lions bench got their chance to get in some quality time. Jeff Burpee had six points in the quarter and Brian Steward added four. Ten Lions scored enroute to the 60-25 victory. Mitchell controlled the boards both offensively and defensively, snaring a season high 17. Craig Hamilton had 11 boards as well. Mitchell also had his season high with 18 points. Hamilton had 10 points and Justin Lake scored nine. Rich Furlong had three assists to go along with his five points. The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team includes (front row on floor) Tammy Ashley and Sheryl Finkler, (middle row) Angela Felder, Angela Madison, Cindy Furlong, Dawn Hicks, (back row: Sara DeGroot, Coach Carol Kraai, Renee Rosin, Michelle Baker, Stacey Wood, Janet Boldrey, Janet Pool, Heather Wright and Lori Carpenter. Sheryl Finkler took top cent, according to coach The Maple Valley varsity volleyball season started last honors in serving with nine Carol Kraai. Thursday and the Lady Lions aces. Tammy Ashley had one On Saturday, the Lions kill and two blocks for her found themselves at the first are off to a fast start. In a non-league match team. tournament of the season at As a team, Maple Valley the the Olivet College Invita­ against Olivet, Valley won in served 37 of 44 for 84 per­ tional. There, they won two two games, 15-7 and 15-2. games and lost two. Maple Valley Schools activities— They lost to Potterville, TUES., JAN. 8 - Fres, J.V., Var. Basketball, Away, 15-9 and 15-13, and to Three Pennfield, 4:30 Rivers 15-6 and 15-7. Maple WED., JAN. 9 - Wrestling, Home, Athens & St. Phillip, Valley’s wins were over 6:30 p.m. Camden-Frontier 15-6 and Volleyball, Portland St. Pats., Away, 6:30 p.m. 15-4 and over Paw Paw 9-15, 7th & 8th gr. Basketball, Away, Saranac, 6:16 p.m. 15-6 and 15-6. THURS., JAN. 10 - Volleyball, Away, St. Phillip, 6:30 p.m. The Lions next match will FRI., JAN. 11 - Fres., J.V., Var., Basketball, be at Portland St. Patrick on Away, Bellevue, 4:30 Wednesday with game time at SAT., JAN. 12 - Wrestling, Away, Union City Invitational, 6:30. 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Price *1.99 lb ’5b *®o lb FROZEN Banquet 60-oz. $499 Reg. ’6.99 Fried Chicken Astro Jet Popcides 24-pack Reg. *1.99 LTOMBSTOHE Microwave Pizzas $|49 Reg "STOCK UP SAVINGS" PRICES IN EFFECT JAN. 8TH, 1991-JAN. 12TH, 1991 ‘ LTOMBsrafc®; ■■■I caoncant MICROWAVE Praj � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-01-15.pdf ee596e64f2c3307f71531ed9bae1361a PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY Church St HASTINGS, Ml 49056-1893. Mt© P*0ST*c» HAST,,*CS?Mf ★vast Published by J-Ad Grapfcfesf Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 25 — Tuesday, January 15. 1991 January events to mark Opera House restoration project by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A puppet show Thursday afternoon, Jan. 17, will mark the first official event to be held in Vermontville’s newly renovated Opera House. The show, featuring Hans Christian Andersen tales, will be staged for Maplewood Elementary students by The Kids’ Stuff Theater Company of Marshall. Vermontville’s historic Opera House underwent ma­ jor restoration last year with the help of a state grant, local governmental contributions M.V. School Board OKs additional vacation pay for retiring chief by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education Tuesday presented retiring Superintendent Car­ roll Wolff with a check for $22,465.08 to cover 91.5 unused vacation days accrued over a 10-year period. The board also approved payment of an additional $7,488.36 for 30.5 days they agreed were due Wolff from July 1, 1990, to Dec. 31, when he retired. In return, Wolff signed a waiver precluding any future claims for unpaid vacation days. According to the board’s Contract Negotiations Com­ mittee, Wolff actually had a total of 210 unused vacation days dating back to the begin­ ning of his Maple Valley ser­ vice in 1963, but he had of­ fered to settle for payment for 122 days, the number accured since the start of the 1980-81 school year. Reimursement for the initial 91.5 days was approved by the board at a special meeting December 28. Payment of the additional 30.5 days was held in abeyance until Wolff could be present to explain the ac­ cumulation of that number since the signing of his last contract on July 1, 1990. At last week’s meeting, Wolff explained that his 25 days annual vacation days were due the first day of his new contract, but were based on the previous year’s ser­ vice. This was the procedure when he first was hired at Maple Valley. "When we started way back ‘when,’ we didn’t get vacation until we’d worked a year,” noted the retired school chief. He cited several other now retired "old-timers” who started working for the new Maple Valley system after Nashville and Vermontville school districts consolidated in 1963, and who could attest to the early policy. Wolff said See M.V. School, page 2 Table donated to Putnam Library is 25 year project and private and organizational donations. “The restoration of the en­ try, auditorium and stage is now completed,” said Hildred Peabody, secretary of the Friends of the Opera House Steering Committee. The public will have an op­ portunity to see the progress at an open house “Walk Through” set for Sunday, Jan. 20, between noon and 3 p.m. “Please come and see what has been done,” invites Peabody. A formal dedication of the Opera House is planned for Sunday,- April 7, at 1 p.m. More details on this event will be furnished as the time draws nearer. Those who visit the Opera House in January will be sur­ prised at the amount of work that has been accomplished in the past several months. New drywall has been installed; sidewalls and lofty ceilings have been painted in compati­ ble rosy hues; the old wood­ work and wainscoting have been stripped and restained to the original medium maple color; the wooden floor has been sanded and refinished; window trim has been replac­ ed where needed, etc. In addi­ tion, roof vents have been in­ stalled to prevent condensa­ tion buildup in the attic. A second grant application See Opera, on page 2 by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Harold Christiansen of Nashville last week donated to Putnam Public Library a card table he was been working on diligently for the past 25 years. by Susan Hinckley The wooden table is topped StaffWriter with an inlaid pattern An opportunity for a close­ representing an entire deck of up view of how national playing cards in an original government works awaits six design by Christiansen. Each Maple Valley High School "card” was individually juniors who will visit crafted, then fitted into a grid. Washington D. C. in late Close examination of the April. top reveals intricate details The students are part of an that attest to the patience and annual program in which skill of the maker and boggle students from throughout the the mind of the viewer. country journey to the capital Delicate eyebrows on the face city to learn more about the ofa queen, eyes no larger than responsibilities and oppor­ the head of a pin, costume tunities of United States buttons and tiny stripes — all citizenship. these and more were in­ During their week in dividually cut by Christiansen Washington, from April 28 with a jigsaw, then inlaid in until May 4, the local students wooden blocks in which cor­ expect to attend workshops responding openings had been and seminars on Capitol Hill cut. Christiansen used and at the Pentagon. There toothpicks and glue to handle also will be topical seminars the minute pieces. in which they may be involv­ The 52 “cards” are sur­ ed, as well as media briefings, rounded by an orderly border etc. of spades, clubs, diamonds This will be the fourth year and hearts. Christiansen, who Maple Valley has participated began working on the table in the program, according to back in 1965, had been doing Ward Rooks, high school woodworking since the early counselor. 1950s. Students planning to attend "I quit farming and had ex­ this year’s event are Sara tra time, so this is what I DeGroot, Holli Hale, Renee started to take up my time,” Dingman, Kelly Hickey, Tricia Gibson and Terry Dempsey. The program is See Table, on page 2 Electrician Darryl Hale installed the last of the sidewall sconces at Vermontville's historic Opera House last Monday. Eight ceiling chandeliers and eight sidewall lights, plus balcony and stage lighting, added a finishing touch to restoration of the historic building. Six Maple Valley students to see Washington D.C. 'Close-Up' This table truly is a "card" table, topped with an in­ tricate inlaid design representing a deck of playing cards fashioned in individual wooden block form by Harold Christiansen. He presented the 25-year project to Putnam Public Library last week. Accepting is Librarian Duska Brumm. open to sophomores and juniors; participation is voluntary. The youngsters, individual­ ly and as a group, are respon­ sible for earning their par­ ticipants’ fees ofapproximate­ ly $900 each, which cover the entire cost of the trip, in­ cluding air fare to and from Washington, D. C. Maple Valley government teacher John Hughes will ac­ company the students, who will join a larger delegation from Ingham County, since no other schools in Eaton County are attending the session. In the capital, students are housed four to a room at local hotels. To enchance the learn­ ing potential, Rooks said policy calls for two room­ mates from one school to bunk with two from a school elsewhere in the nation. He said that one year the Maple Valley delegation was paired with students from Puerto Rico, which proved to be an excellent educational oppor­ tunity, since the Puerto Ricans spoke very little English and the Maple Valley students knew very little Spanish. Rooks said several thousand students from throughout the nation participate in Project Close-up during the year. See Six, on page 3 In This Issue... • Nashville man honored by Navy • DAR “Good Citizen” named • Nashville Council studies special use permits • Scholarship Foundation announced ’90 contributors �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 15, 1991 — Page 2 vataat»IF!JR SEMiTBAH » Opera House renovation progresses, has recently been submitted to the state, seeking additional funds for a new roof and fur­ nace for the 1898 building. Last week local resident Dirryl Hale of. the Lansing firm of McPhee-Hale Elec­ trical capped his work at the Opera House with the installa­ tion of eight ceiling chandeliers and eight sidewall sconces, plus three lights in the balcony. He also installed floodlights on the stage. Earlier, Hale had done exten­ sive rewiring in the building. A bit of historic trivia has been preserved on an obscure backstage wall. Left in its original unpainted plaster state, the curved wall right of the stage reveals autographs and inscriptions by early per­ formers, dating back to 1904. In one spot is penciled the entire cast of “A Poor Mar­ ried Man,” which played at the Opera House on April 3 and 4, 1917. Over the years, Vermont­ ville’s Opera House has been the scene not only of stage productions, but also of elec­ tions, official meetings, high school graduations, roller skating parties, movies and many other activities. The building is on the registry of Michigan Historic Sites. Its restoration will provide Ver­ montville with a much-needed community center, as well as preserve an historic landmark. When completed, the Opera House is expected to be used for such events as youth ac­ tivities, programs, dances, meetings, receptions, and art exhibits. Plans also call for display of memorabilia relating to the early days of the structure. The state grant that helped finance the restoration calls Table donated to library, he commented. Those who know Chris­ tiansen, a former Nashville village president, will wonder he had any “extra” time. He is a very active com­ munity volunteer who has served in various capacities with several organizations, in­ cluding the Nashville Syrup Association, Nashville Lions Club, the local Chamber of Commerce, and Maple Leaf Grange. In addition, for many years he voluntarily did upkeep of Putnam Park and for creation of a Vermontville Fine Arts Council, which will be charged with bringing art and other exhibits to the Opera House on a regular basis. Peabody has high praise for all who have helped with the restoration project in any way. “Without the assistance of these people, businesses and organizations, who gave so generously of their time and finances, the restoration couldn’t have taken place,” noted Peabody. She supplied the following list of Opera House benefac­ tors: Bud and Bea Gillaspie, Maple Valley News, Don and Lisa Mulvany, Maple Valley Real Estate, Serena Goodenough, Wallace and Jan McCrimmon, Kathryn Bosworth Houck, Carpenter’s Den, Citizens’ Elevator, from front page still has charge of the Com­ munity Center there. The table donated last week by Christiansen actually was his second start on the lengthy project. The first table was destroyed when partially com­ pleted after creosote dripped on it while in storage. Some of the playing card blocks that had not been inset were salvaged and he started over again. Five kinds of %-inch wood were used in its making: light IVe are here to help you ... Darlene and Belinda are here for all your hair care needs "The Mirrors image" U.P6 W.IM.0L2 iujaaelt ■ttilr stylist for Mon, women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville from front page 852-9192 oak for the primary background, juniper for the red color, walnut for black, osage orange for yellow in the face cards, and maple for the white. To turn out just one piece, such as an eyebrow, sometimes would take two or three hours, noted Christiansen. “If you can’t do anything with it, you may as well start again,” said the patient crafstman. “The most dif­ ficult part is the face cards. It takes about three months to do a face card.” For the 87-year-old Chris­ tiansen, the project was one of pleasure. “There’s a lot of satisfac­ tion in accomplishing something like that,” he concluded. Putnam Public Librarian Duska Brumm graciously ac­ cepted Christiansen’s gift. She said the table will be displayed in the main room of the library for viewing by the public. Maple valley Adult Education Stanley and Lillian Howe, Robert Dormer, Martha Zemke, Harold and Edith Benedict, Sen. John Schwarz, Dean Doty, Vermontville Lions Club, Miriam, Flossie and Roger Corey, Vermont­ ville Woman’s Club, American Legion Post 222, Milton Lamb, Ronald Houck, Maple Valley Chapel, R. L. Hill Tax Service, Maple Syrup Festival Association, Nancy Kelsey Leindecker, Frances MacDonald, Ver­ montville Historical Society, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Deitrick, Eaton Federal Sav­ ings Bank, Independent Bank, Gary Suntkin family, Russell Laverty, Sue Villanueva, Hildred Peabody, Robert Todd, Liz King, Pat O’deU, Ed and Mary Anne Curth, Dorothy and Elbert Carpenter, Ted and Liz Snodgrass, Rita Labert, Doug Durkee, Vermontville Fire Department, Phil and Peggy Byington, Doug Kelsey, Sharon Stewart, Casey and Jeremy Mulvany, Harold and Mike O’dell, Darryl Hale and Tom Brandenburg. Donations also have been received in memory of Ben Ornmen, Jerry Wells and Greta Firster. M.V. School Board OKs pay, that under current policy, vacations are granted within the first year of service. Understanding this, the board then determined that 25 of the accrued vacation days in question were due Wolffon July 1, 1990, but had been earned by him in the 1989-90 school year. The additional 5.5 days payment granted him at last week’s session repre­ sent unused vacation days for the first half of the 1990-91 school year, a period in which he earned 12.5 days. The balance of that amount (seven days) was included in the board’s Dec. 28 award. Wolff said that initially he had intended to use some of his accrued vacation early in 1991 during a period in which he thought the board might wish to retain him to help with High School Completion & Vocational Classes Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. FREE to the high school graduate who is under 20 by 9/1/91. All other adults may take a class for $30.00 for 8 weeks. * ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES • MONDAY-THURSDAY Maple Valley Adult Learning Center, 204 N. Main St., Nashville 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. DAYTIME CLASSES BEGIN JANUARY 29,1991 Classes are 31Zt hours in length. You may attend classes any time during the above hours. Accounting Consumers Education English GED Preparation Government Math Reading Science Social Studies U.S. History Writing And MORE!! EVENING CLASSES • MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL 6:00-10:00 p.m. EVENING CLASSES BEGIN FEBRUARY 4, 1991 MONDAY Government Office Update Includes: Basic Office Skills Electronic Typewriters Calculators Dictaphone Word Processing New Office Procedures and more! TUESDAY Science Basic Math thru, Algebra Computer Science Choice of: Intro to Computers Computer Literacy Appleworks Computerized Accounting Welding & Machine Shop WEDNESDAY GED Preparation Writing Workshop English Reading, Writing, and Spelling Improvement THURSDAY U.S. History Accounting Typing, Beg.-Adv. Woodworking & Furniture Making Word Processing, Beg. & Adv. Maple valley Community Education MAPLE VALLEY JR.-SR. HIGH SCHOOL Office Hours: 12 Noon-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday • 852-9275 The ceiling chandeliers, seen here from the balcony at the rear of the Opera House, are in keeping with the period of the original structure and cast a pretty glow against the rosy pink ceiling and sidewalls. Adult Education classes start locally Jan. 28 The second semester begins Jan. 28 for Maple Valley adult education daytime classes. The classes will be held in the Nashville Village Council Chambers, 204 N. Main St. All classes necessary for a high school diploma are of­ fered at the adult learning center. Students may enroll and take a class anytime between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Classes are three and one halfhours in length and students may choose the time they attend. Students work at their own pace. Evening classes are held at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School and they will begin again Feb. 4. These classes are free to anyone without a high school diploma, or graduates under 20 by Sept. 1, 1990. Other adults may take the class for a small fee. To enroll, or for further in­ formation, call the Communi­ ty Education office at 852-9275. from front page transition to the new administration. “For some reason this was not agreeable (to the board),” said Wolff. “There hasn’t been any transition time involved.” Wolff also asked the board last week for direction on how involved he should become in certain retroactive matters pertaining to the Eaton In­ termediate School District and in pending arbitration ofa past labor grievance with the Maple Valley Support Person­ nel Association at which he is expected to testify. Board President William Flower said he personally would like to see the new superintendent, Dr. Ozzie Parks, also involved in the sessions, but told Wolff, “I don’t have a problem with you going (to the meetings).” Wolff agreed to meet with Parks to briefhim on the pen­ ding matters. In addition to granting Wolff accrued vacation pay Tuesday, the board also ap­ proved continuing his medical insurance coverage until March 1, 1991, when it will be taken over by his retire­ ment plan. In other business. Dr. Parks, who was present for his first official meeting with the board, suggested a few matters for consideration before the next regular meeting Jan. 14. These in­ cluded a proposed new filing system in the superintendent’s office; the possibility of sav­ ing money by purchasing rather than leasing the school’s present phone equip­ ment; the benefits of a retreat for principals and other ad­ ministrators to discuss current activities and future plans of the local system; and exten­ ding a timetable for analysis ofa lengthy new school policy manual, which has been undergoing board review for the past several months. Dr. Parks also announced a planned PTO open house designed to give him an op­ portunity to meet residents of the community. He com­ mented that he has been very impressed with the friendliness of the Maple Valley area. “I have never been so welcomed,” noted Dr. Parks. “It’s great.” He and his wife, Ruth, ex­ pect to move to a home in Nashville sometime this month. D. and L Telephone Service INSTALLATION and WIRING 1-8 Lines Business & Residence Prewire • Modular Conversions • 2 Party Rewire CALL ME FIRST FOR REASONABLE RATES 31 Years Experience/Retired ATT Technician DON CHENEY 616-945-9672 616-758-3327 £ TTTrr¥TTrrrrrr»TT»TTrriTrrrrr»TTrrrrT»Tr �The Maple Valley News, Nashville.'Tuesday, January 15. 1991 — Page 3 M.V. Alumni banquet set for May 25 The Maple Valley Alumni Association held a meeting Thursday at the home of President Russell Furlong to begin laying groundwork for the annual alumni banquet for Nashville-VermontvilleMaple Valley schools. The dinner has been set for Saturday, May 25. Time will be allotted for reunions and socializing before the meal. Details will be announced later. Invitations in five-year in­ crements will be going in the mail starting April 1. Anyone who may have new address information about any alumni should contact one of the association secretaries. Officers, in addition to Furlong, are Homer Winegar, vice president; Nancy Ostergren, treasurer: Nashville secretaries, Judy Hook and Marilyn Roush; Vermontville secretaries, An­ na Mae Schaub and Bonnie Ohm; and Maple Valley. Julie Khouri. A second secretary to help with the Maple Valley listing is being sought. State 4-H Personal Appearance Workshop scheduled Looking forward to a week of intense learning in Washington, D.C., are Maple Valley juniors, (from left) Terry Dempsey, Sara DeGroot, Holli Hale, Renee Dingman, Kelly Hickey and Tricia Gibson. The students will participate in Project Close-up, a program that offers a first-hand view of how the United States government works. Close-up.. .from front Besides attending seminars and meeting various govern­ ment officials, the youngsters tour many of the federal buildings and see other sights of the city. He noted that the experience seems to have a profound effect on many of the participants. “It is such a concentrated week, being in a big city with so many other kids,” com­ mented Rooks. “I am amazed by the number of parents who have told me that they noted a personality change (in their child) in just one week. They have more maturity and a bet­ ter sense of responsiblity.” He added that the parents said those improvements were well worth the cost of the program. The only funding the Maple Valley students are receiving toward the trip now are from activities they are conducting themselves. They held a bake sale for parent-teacher con­ ferences and are now offering tickets on a raffle of a pig (pork). Other fund-raising activities are being planned for early this year. In addition, private and organizational donations are being solicited by the group. Anyone who can help is asked to contact any of the participants or Ward Rooks at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. The State 4-H Personal Ap­ pearance Developmental Committee is conducting a youth workshop for 4-H youth ages 10 and up Saturday, Feb. 23, in the MSU Union Building from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Youth ages 10-12 can take part in a hands-on modeling workshop as well as sessions on hair, nails and skin care. Teens ages 13 and up will work with C.L. Adams, presi­ dent of Adam's Modeling and Finishing School, on posture and modeling. Other sessions include hair styling, skin care and make-up. The Hospitality Suite will be open to leaders and parents to relax, view video tapes and other project resources. Topics for discussion will in­ clude project guidelines, sim­ ple project ideas, style show themes, buymanship projects and county sharing. Youth participants' cost is $5 per person. There is no charge for leaders and parents. Enrollment is limited and on a first-come first-serve basis. Contact the Eaton County Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. *************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * R ummage S al e 1 — ~ Most items 10 to 25*. Lots of winter clothes. Friday & Saturday Jan. 18 & 19 • 9 to 5 UNITED METHODIST ANNEX Cuoiriniceir voif Wvvasohiuingctiovinl anud vQjueen 3 v Sk "T* "T* sir *4>* *T* *T* *J> *1* •T* "T* M" •"JUtlllJ JUtlllJ Open house to welcome new kind i*k* school * * Hu Ituiij | «Wl|M|te» superintendent “■ Miiiafctfiiffii Jl® SMIifaiSE te ffiteiaita|(ai 0,5 WmmdIe' iisiBJiite '-r iiMniMb’ aril uml, It |g kn ataMrmli . Dor itpreolri lilt Di.Mjilsiaatii 11 pl HO (jo to nln tahwbH f [fflii'IiKliSlS1 jd tettanM* st iifitiiti iiO O' p jtojta iiii*1* iff i» a» ril grille W* ® An open house set for Mon­ day evening, Jan. 21, will welcome Dr. Ozzie Parks of Deckerville as new superintendent of Maple Valley schools. Dr. Parks assumed his duties here on Jan. 3. The event will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. at the high school library and is sponsored joint­ ly by the Nashville PTO, Maplewood PTO, and the Maple Valley Board of Education. It is hoped that Mrs. Parks also can be present, but the family has not yet been able to move into their new home in Nashville, and she is still in Deckerville. The public is invited to at­ tend the event. This is an ex­ cellent opportunity for local residents to get acquainted with Dr. Parks and to welcome him to the Maple Valley community. Thatik You CARD OF THANKS The family of Joe J. Vliek would like to thank relatives, friends and neighbors for their sympathy, concern, help and kindness after our loss. We greatly appreciated all their support. Sincerely Grace E. Vliek and family June and John Rabbitt and family Joan and Jim VanSickle and family ■ ■miiiiiiiiiiiMisiHiiaiiii■i ■ 5Maple Valley Athletic Boosters! I BINGO I ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA ! ! MONDAY • 6:30 P.M. £ J £ Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:15 Stay in out of the cold. At Eaton Federal’s Drive-Up ATM, you can do your banking without ever leaving the comfort of your car. So don’t be left out in the cold . . . Get your SPIRIT CARD today, and start enjoying the convenience ofusing Charlotte’s only DRIVE-UP ATM. AT EATON FEDERAL WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS. Eaton Federal FDIC FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office — Charlotte — 543-3880 Nashville — 852-1830 Eaton Rapids — 663-1551 Olivet —749-2811 INSURED HISIK LENDER EQUAL OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9:00-4:30, Saturday 9:00-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 15, 1991 — Page 4 Library progress. Old Man Winter were hot News topics 67 years ago The start of the first full year of service by Putnam Public Library and the arrival of the season’s first real snowfall were of interest to readers of The Nashville News 67 years ago this week. Details on these and other stories appeared in issue of Jan. 17, 1924. Library Notes The growth ofthe Nashville Putnam Library has been a phenomenal one. Starting with about 300 books and 20 people applying for books on Sept. 1 (1923), Jan. 12 finds over 1,500 books in the library and 443 application cards on file, 15 entirely new ones applying Saturday. One hundred fiftyfour books were taken out Jan. 12, this being the largest number to date. The library also is the reci­ pient of a fine roll top desk. The Republican Club, organized at the time of the Glasgow campaign for gover­ nor, is the donor. (1991 note: C. L. Glasgow was a Nashville hardware merchant who became a state senator in 1902 and was an unsuccessful gubernatorial candidate in 1920.) Charles Raymond con­ tributes a dictionary, with holder. Dr. Morris gives a year’s subscription to the American magazine, and George Dean Sr., several yards of matting. Recent book contributors were Mrs. Sylvia Rupe, Mrs. F. C. Lentz, Charles Roscoe, Arvilla Ward, and the Mis­ sionary Class of Nazarene Church. Woman’s Literary Club has annual meeting The Woman’s Literary Club held its annual meeting at the public library. Plans were made for a music memory contest to be put on at an early date. Mrs. Mattie Quick announced a change in program for Feb. 26, with Mrs. Maude Wotring to act as hostess. Histories of the various townships and the county are to be given. Mrs. Gertrude Martens, as hostess, asked the ladies to sing,“Michigan.” The presi­ dent, Mrs. Everts, then asked the corresponding secretary, to read the report of the last annual meeting. Mrs. Cook’s report was read. Mrs. Munro also gave her report as treasurer. Reports from Library Board were duly given and the ladies are justly proud ofthe progress made by them in their new undertaking. Election of officers follow­ ed, in which Mrs. Lulu Greene, was chosen presi­ dent; Mrs. Lillie Vance, vice president; Mrs. Villa Olin, recording secretary; Mrs. Bertha McDerby, correspon­ ding secretary; Mrs. Marcia Munro, treasurer; and Mrs. Belle Everts, Mrs. Margaret Shilling and Mrs. Agnes Sprague, directors. Mrs. Maude Wotring was elected delegate to county federation; Mrs. Pauline Lykins, alternate. The club was adjourned to meet on the evening ofJan. 29 for the musical program. Refreshments were served by Division Three. the level. This certainly is the kind of a snowfall Michigan people enjoy, and for the benefit of our Florida and California readers, we want to say that they can’t be enjoying any weather they have any more than we are enjoying this first real snow of the winter. George Majinski killed while buzzing wood The Lake Odessa Wave tells the story of a terrible ac­ cident that happened Wednes­ day of last week, five miles northeast ofthat village, when George Majinski was instantly killed. He was engaged with a gang of men in buzzing wood, when is some manner he slip­ ped and fell on the saw, his body being severed in twain from the left shoulder to the right hip. Majinski was un­ married, but leaves his parents, three brothers and five sisters. The funeral was Friday. Local News — The Nashville Ice Yacht Club took one of its boats to Thomapple the first of the week, and the members en­ joyed some fine sport until yesterday’s heavy snowfall put a temporary stop to the sailing. — Charles Higdon, Sumner Hartwell and Vem Here’s Old Man Winter Bera were at Grand Rapids As The News goes to press, Monday attending a district the first real snowfall of the meeting ofofficers ofK. ofP. winter is coming. lodges. With the thermometer — The Juniors enjoyed a resting at 32 and no wind, the fine time at the skating party damp snow is sticking right at Lake One Saturday. The where it falls, covering roofs, young people were chaperon­ trees, shubbery, until all out- ed by Miss Hamilton. of-doors is wonderfully — Word has been received beautiful. that Mrs. John Serven of Bat­ About six inches already tle Creek is in Nichols has fallen, with promise of Hospital, recovering from in­ plenty more, and this is the juries sustained in a an first time this winter there has automobile accident. been more than two inches on — Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Jar- Nashville's Putnam Library opened Sept. 1, 1923 with some 300 books and 20 patrons By January there were five times that many books and more than twenty times that number of registered patrons. Books checked out of the library Saturday, Jan. 12, totaled 154, a one-day record at that time. The library established by the Woman's Literary Club, under auspices of the village council in the 1884-85 home bequeathed for that purpose by Charles and Agnes Putnam’ Logging kept farmers busy in the wintertime, with tragic results at Lake Odessa in January, 1924. This circa-1910 photo shows a quantity of logs on the northeast corner of the Reed and State streets intersection in Nashville. In the center background is the shop of local machinist John Taylor, who used the supply in his manufacture of wooden crates which he sold to area fruit and vegetable dealers. Taylor also turned out slats used by Lentz Table Co. rard returned home Saturday from Blanchard, where they were called to attend the funeral of their son-in-law, William Myers. — Mrs. Vera Eby of Detroit was in town Tuesday, greeting former Nashville friends. They have sold their bakery in Detroit and are planning to go to Los Angeles for a year. — Nashville friends of Bert Pember of Detroit have received word that he is ill with pneumonia. — Mrs. W. E. Hanes and Mrs. William Hayter are visiting the home of Mrs. Albert Calkins in Hastings. The ladies also are attending the gospel meeting at the city mission while there. — Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Tut­ tle and son Roe arrived home Sunday from their trip to Orlando, Fla. They all en­ joyed the best ofhealth during their absence and are en­ thusiastic about the good times they had on the trip. — Monday, Jan. 14, was Mr. and Mrs. John Caley’s 50th wedding anniversary and they were entertained at the home of their son, Frank, where dinner was served to a gathering of 16 relatives. — William Vick of Johnstown, arrested some time ago for violation of li­ quor laws, changed his plea in Circuit Court Friday, after a jury had been drawn, to guilty of possession and sale of li­ quor, and is awaiting sentence. — Saturday was a fine trading day for our merchants. The light fall of snow and gently cool weather brought a lot of people to town and the after-holiday bargains our merchants are offering were liberally snapped up. — The DeWillo Concert Company, the third number on the Nashville entertain­ ment course that comes to the M. E. Church Saturday night ofthis week, is said to furnish a high class and unique enter­ tainment, which will be well worth attending. — A letter from J. F. Be­ ment to his Nashville friends says the perch are biting and lots of them are being taken through the ice on Muskegon Lake. A party of Nashville fishermen are planning to make a few days’ trip up there for the sport. — Frank Smith, Rudolph Wotring and Richard Smith were invited to play with the Charlotte High School band Friday evening at Eaton Rapids, when the Charlotte teams met the Eaton Rapids teams at basketball. The boys accepted the invitation and had an enjoyable trip. — F. K. Nelson and family were at Lansing Sunday visiting the Kauffman and Bergman families. They report Mrs. Ida Kauffman, who recently underwent a serious operation at Sparrow Hospital, as being well on the way to recovery, which will be good news to her many Nashville friends. — There was a fire down at Ann Arbor the other night. A girls’ dormitory burned. It was just a couple of doors from where Louis Fumiss and Emory Morris live, and the boys joined the life-saving crew with great enthusiasm. Now they have about decided to locate at Ann Arbor per­ manently, in hopes that something like that may hap­ pen again sometime and their services will be needed. — The many friends of Misses Lovisa Everts and Dorothy Powers, who are tak­ ing a course in music at Yp­ silanti Normal College, will be pleased to know they have been selected to sing in the Normal choir. Miss Everts sings soprano and Miss Powers sings second alto. The choir is giving a series of con­ certs throughout the state, having appeared before ap­ preciative audiences in Jackson, Detroit, Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti during the December graduation exer­ cises of the college. — Mrs. Emma Wilkinson went to Big Rapids Monday morning, to spend the re­ mainder of the winter. — Melvin Ehret and George Stewart of Lansing visited relatives and friends in this vicinity over the weekend. — A. G. Murray is still confined to the house. However, his many friends wish for him a more rapid return to health. — The ladies of the M. E. Circle will give a supper at the Community House Thursday evening. Everybody invited. — Encouraging reports continue to come as to the condition of Miss Vonda Feighner, in the hospital at Kalamazoo. — Miss Mabie Mead, who is attending high school here, will stay with Mrs. H. W. Walrath, during the winter months. — Julius and George Maurer went to Lansing Monday, to work in the Durant auto factory. — Cora, little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Graham, has been quite ill the past week. — (Kalamo Department) Cecil Dye reports that up to Saturday night only $18,000 of Kalamo’s $40,000 taxes had been collected, but it’s just been one dam thing after another for the past two mon­ ths. There’s the winter fuel, then Bill’s overshoes, Mary’s coat and Sam’s cap — only you don’t get offthat easily by any means — then Christmas presents for the family and more too, that special in­ surance assessment just for more luck, an auto license or two, and so it goes. Then on top ofthat, try to dig up a cold hundred or so on each 40 of the old farm, and it’s no wonder they come hard and slow. There will be but one more opportunity to pay at the town hall, on Friday, Feb. 15, after which the penalty of 4 percent will be added. — (West Vermontville) Chance School District No. 4 has added a new garage to their splendid equipment. This was built during the holi­ day vacation, and was a sur­ prise to the teacher, Mrs. Ruth Althouse, who drives her car to and from school. — Barryville) Barryville Hill is rapidly going on the upgrade the old steam shovel is nearing the top ofthe hill for the second time. — (North Castleton) Several have put in lighting systems in their hen houses, working the hens overtime, to get the full basket. — (North Assyria) Orlie, Floyd and Clifton Miller and Tom Wilkinson have taken the job of drawing the lumber from Ben Conklin’s to Hastings for Mr. Pierce, who has a saw mill on the Conklin farm. — (Smoky Road) The elec­ tric light men are busy work­ ing and digging holes for the new poles. They also started from Martin Comers and are working north, cutting down all trees and brush as far as the Kimble comer. It is some im­ provement to the highway and if the parties who own on the other side of the road would do the same, the road would be much better. — (Woodland News) A very large crowd gathered in the high school gym Friday evening to witness the basket­ ball game between the Nashville boys’ and girls’ teams and our high school teams. The Nashville boys’ team is considered one of Barry County’s strongest teams and our boys were bad­ ly defeated, the score stan­ ding: Nashville 48, Woodland, 4. Our girls prov­ ed themselves good players, their score being Nashville 21, Woodland 27. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, January 15, 1991 — Page 5 Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation closes *90 with funds The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation ended the 1990 year receiving donations from Fred Jacobs of J-Ad Graphics; William and Bette Grube, in memory of Dellabelle Mur­ phy; Gertrude Montgomery, in honor of Carroll Wolff; Mrs. Kendal Sayles, in memory of Irene Foote; Roger W. Sackett; Charles and Shirley Imhoff; and Sharon Bishop. Three new 1990 Funder listings ($100 during calendar year) are Sharon Bishop, SSCS XCXSl * Roger W. Sackett, and Charles and Shirley Imhoff. This 1990 Funder Listings are: Kevin J. Brock Memorial, Bismark Com­ munity, Dorotha Brumm Memorial, Gerald D. Gardner Memorial, Maple Valley Alumni Association, Maple Valley Education Association, Nashville Class of 1945, Maple Valley Class of 1972, Eleanor Boldrey, Vermont­ ville Class of 1960, Vermont­ ville Woman’s Club, Glenn Hoefler Memorial, Charles and Shirley Imhoff, Duane and Judy Newland, Dellabelle Murphy Memorial, Roger Baker Memorial, Kalamo Historical Society, family and friends of Florence Cheat, Jerry Hartenburg Memorial, Elmer and Junia Jarvie fami­ ly, Muri Hammond, Nashville Class of 1950, family and friends of Donna Todd Gelina, friends of Greta Firster, Leslie Boldrey, fami­ ly and friends of George Frith, James and Beatrice Pino, Charles and Louise Viele family, Kalamo Lodge F&AM 327, The Hecker Agency, Irene Foote Memorial, Roger W. Sackett, Rep. Frank Fitzgerald and friends and Sharon Bishop. During 1990 there were two new Benefactor ($1000 cumulative) listings: the Kevin J. Brock Memorial and Greta’ Firster Memorial. Three new Patron listings ($500 cumulative) were add­ ed: M. V. Alumni Associa­ tion,. Maple Valley Education Association and Vermontville Woman’s Club. The Patron and Benefactor plaques are located inside the front entry of Maple Valley High School. The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation ended the 1990 calen­ dar year with $45,724.20 in base funds, $8.60 in the ex­ pense fund and $1816.10 in­ terest earmarked toward next year’s scholarships. Total balance is $47,548.90. T be Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation is an non-profit charitable organization con­ trolled by a board of directors that meets twice yearly. Day- hi* ssss ■*» *»‘2 *I> W*I>4 i ili.l,Mbi “®s•«l (k* (H L& a*«S t tB . *E s’ “ ■ piwMiiiiita iMiiiiit tIyI7* r.i7fe a~'^'svW_ ..i O«SM[Wrt.| L kit i)H t^pra I a! it toWai «s i j. :l> pt nit ate, il iri Mita, >ttfe atot otaalfairbi >ite -tail tai Ent ife Mt! assail ^-Ha b.Dt Miiqillfft ta Brtfflini : at - (Nortk Qtai M Wlwp^ ®11 ijfflitetii® iMt |juj(j|ffiK3‘ I « fftefilaii FWadOta'®18 ® faiiitoii«llW ato aiiilto’ik'k :«• (iafo(#|! Itoifiiifw* al to i toi0^,l((® fl® .J See Scholarship, page 6 Mace Pharmacy 219 N. Main Street NASHVILLE S klL to-day operations are handled by the co-originators Dorothy Carpenter and Junia Jarvie. Board of directors, besides Jarvie and Carpenter, consist of the other two incor­ porators, David Dimmers and Kevin Kilpatrick, as well as Mary Belz. 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REALTOR* There are many reasons to commemorate the birth an­ niversary of Benjamin Franklin. Although he was known primarily as an American statesman of the Re­ volutionary period, he is also credited with an as­ tonishing list of other accomplishments. He was a diplo­ mat, a scientist, an author, a printer, a publisher, and a philanthropist. Moreover, he was self-educated. Per­ haps his greatest legacy to us was his advice on how to live a healthy and sensible life, by acquiring such virtues as temperance and thrift. Indeed, all the world could profit by his example of this, as it has by his many ach­ ievements. At our House ofWorship, we should express our thanks for such a man as Benjamin Franklin, who set the example for all of us in how to use our God-given intelligence. Waste neither time nor money, but make the best of both. — Benjamin Franklin “We should live soberly, righteously and godly, In this present world..” - Titus 2:12 WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE ELSIE E. WOLEVER 126 S. Main St. BROKER Nashville, Ml. 49073 RES. (517) 726-0637 office (517) 852-1501 GOODTIME PIZZA 119 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; Sunday 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. ii Area Church Schedules me. <* Ilk sdfl i 08 k aii :« :« tiiotf’iyr/’ ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ..... 6pm. Wednesday: AWANA................ 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH Jt' J1t.' «K^ii^ K*^&ii i*i^■ &* fl Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road ff *1< * 0i<l« ** {Il FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Church Service 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School ........ 9:45 A.M. Service ...... .11 P.M. Service ...... ..7 Wed. Service...... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE REV. RON K. BROOKS 301 Fuller St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ..7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................... .7 p.m. Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG REV. ALAN METTLER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School 11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE MAPLE GROVE BIBLECHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. A.M. Service .......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service .......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 a.m. Church School ......11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 15, 1991 — Page 6 Nashville Council studies rules for special use permits by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Proposed rules to govern such events as outdoor gather­ ings, bazaars, festivals, roadside market stands and Christmas tree sales were con­ sidered by the Nashville Village Council Thursday. Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer, head of the council’s Or­ dinance Committee, presented an application approval check list for preliminary review by the council. The proposed rules are a follow-up to action taken last October, when the council amended Nashville’s zoning ordinance to take regulation of such temporary outdoor events out of the hands of the village Zoning Board of Ap­ peals and place it in the hands of the Village Council. ZBA approval involved a lengthy procedure that the. council felt was inappropriate and unnecessary for tem­ porary use permits, which cover such activities as Nashville’s annual Harvest Festival. Generally, the ZBA deals with matters of a more permanent nature. Under the ordinance change adopted in October, the village clerk will be authoriz- Scholarship Foundationcontinuedfrom page 5 Mtfsser, Beatrice Pino, LuAnn Stanton, Eloise Wheeler and Homer Winegar. "The Maple Valley comrnunity members, alumni, and friends have supported this community project so that $8,000 has been awarded to Maple Valley graduates, since its beginning in 1987, from in­ teresat earned on donated funds. Any inquiries may be directed to Junia Jarvie, Box 715, Nashville 49073. ed to issue temporary use per­ mits upon assurance that the applicant will adhere to rules prescribed by the Village Council and with the knowldege and consent of all members of that panel. The check list poses a series ofquestions about any proposed event, including such fac­ tors as anticipated "Wioise levels, use of public utilities, need for added police or fire protection and other public safety concerns, the availabili­ ty of toilet facilites, and the potential'for litter or other en­ vironmental pollution. Dwyer said the rules will “put the public or anyone who wants a temporary use permit on notice that these are the kinds of things we need to know.” The village will reserve the right to request an adequate security deposit from the ap­ plicant to cover potential costs created by the event. The council also may consider the overall benefit to the com­ munity in determining whether to approve an application. The question of a fee for is­ suance of a temporary use permit also surfaced at the meeting. Suggestions ranged from $5 to $20. “I would hate to see a $20 fee for someone to have a bake sale in front of Central Park,” said President Ray Hinckley. Trustee Chip Smith said that a $5 fee probably would cover the extra paperwork in­ volved in issuance ofa permit. Trustee Richard Chaffee Jr. supported a refundable damage deposit fee. The proposed rules now will go back to the Ordinance Committee for final compila­ tion before being returned to the council for official approval. In another matter, Hinckley ‘Only $27,500 for this 3-4 bedroom home *1!4 baths, appliances included *land contract terms! (V-53) ‘Three bedroom, two story home that has had lots of remodeling ‘Barns & outbuildings ‘Approx. 1 % - 2 acres ‘Nice country location on a paved road (CH-105) ‘Approx. 18 acres of ■, land located in Nashville presented two bids for propos­ ed dredging of a Curtis Road drainage ditch that runs southwest to the Lake One drain. The ditch, which lies south of the old railroad bed on a 60-foot wide strip of land the village has owned since 1913, has now become so overgrown that it is useless, causing flooding of adjacent properties. “The ditches are technical­ ly storm drains,” said Hinckley. Storm drains are maintained by the village. Duane Hamilton Excava­ tion of Nashville submitted a bid of $4,370 and Larry Daniels of Lake Odessa sub­ mitted one for $7,120. Hinckley said money to cover the proposed project is available in village street funds, but Chaffee suggested the council “should take a look at the budget (for 1991-92) first.” The dredging equipment would have to go in before the Rep. Fitzgerald to chair GOP Policy Committee Michigan House Republican leaders have selected an area lawmaker to serve as chairman of a policymaking committee dur­ ing the 1991-92 legislative session. State Rep. Frank M. Fit­ zgerald, R-Grand Ledge, will chair the House Republican Policy Committee. The thirdterm lawmaker has served as committee vice chair and has been instrumental in issuing three policy committee task force reports since 1987. “Our goal is to develop in­ novative ideas to help solve Michigan’s problems as we ‘Nice year-round home at Thornapple Lake ‘Screened porch, newer seawall ‘1985 Mobile home on two lots *3 bedrooms, 2 full baths ‘Garage ‘Priced at only $22,500! (N-76) L-94. Approx. 4 acres with septic, drainfield and electricity already on site L-95. Approx. 2 acres of land located south of Nashville — only $2,950 UPCOMING REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS ranch home located near Dimondale 199-/, acre farm located south of Eaton Rapids. ___________Watch for future ads and call for flyers on these properties! THINKING OF SELLING AT AUCTION OR LISTING CONVENTIONALLY? PLEASE CALL US SO YOUR PROPERTY CAN BE MARKETED PROPERLY IN 1991! Joe & Marge Andrews-8S2-0712 Bob Gardner-726-0331 Chris Stanton-543-0598 Kathleen J. Swan-(Lansing) 323-9536 the local zoning administrator. — Heard an update from Maple Valley High School senior Jason Hoefler, who is acting as a student liaison to the local chapter of the Na­ tional Honor Society in their offer to get involved in a new recycling program proposed in Nashville. Hoefler said the students are willing to volunteer in half-hour segments after school to help process recyclables if a drop site is established. — Asked Smith to see ifthe Nashville Lions Club is in­ terested in a proposal from a Grand Ledge resident that the former Penn Central rail cor­ ridor here be preserved as a biking and hiking path under the “Rails to Trails” pro­ gram, under which land ac­ quisition is funded by the state. — Heard a report from President Pro Tem Ted Spoelstra on a recent meeting he and Hinckley attended with Lee A. Kinney, Michigan Department of Transportation district engineer; Andy Strupulis, MDOT resident engineer; and a representative ofRieth-Riley, prime contrac­ tor on the recent repaving of Nashville’s Main Street. Local officials are dissatisfied with the quality of the new surface. The trio listened to the complaints, reported Spoelstra, and pro­ mised to re-evaluate it in the spring. The state is withholding payment to RiethRiley until that time. Hinckley said he also pointed out that the recent paving fell about 35 feet short ofjoining an earlier state repaving project from Quaker Brook bridge north to Church Street, leaving a sizeable gap between the two stretches of new pavement. School Lunch Menus SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16................................................... Attractive WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27..................... ground thaws in the spring, warned Hinckley. The matter was tabled until the next meeting. On another topic, the coun­ cil discussed changing from a monthly to a quarterly billing system for sewer and water service. Smith pointed out that the village could save about $500 postage annually in such a move. Dwyer, however, said a problem of delinquent accounts might develop, par­ ticularly with people who are poor money managers. “There will be a little bit more trouble collecting from people who don’t set aside (a monthy sum) and then are hit with a $150 bill (for three months’ service),” she noted. In other business Thursday, the council: — Referred to the Village Planning Commission a pro­ posal by Michigan Township Services to contract for Nashville’s building code ser­ vices now being handled through a county agency and indy Doolittle-726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! prepare for the next century,” Fitzgerald said. “In the last four years, the Policy Com­ mittee has issued 15 reports on such subjects as drunken driving, school finance reform, AIDS, and accoun­ tability in state government. “Several of our proposals received bipartisan support and have been signed into law. Again this session we hope to make a substantial im­ pact on public policy in this state.” House Republican Leader Paul Hillegonds, R-Holland, who established the Policy Committee in 1987, appointed Fitzgerald to the post. “Frank will coordinate several task forces and help his colleagues gather public testimony, compile informa­ tion, issue reports and garner public support. Chairing the Policy Committee requires commitment and Frank is well suited for the job,” Hillegonds said. Fitzgerald said the commit­ tee’s first priority will be determining topics and assign­ ing legislators to task forces. “We want to develop an agenda and start immediate­ ly,” Fitzgerald said. Tuesday, Jan. 22 Maplewood School Cheeseburger/bun, baked Wednesday, Jan. 16 Hot dogs, potato chips, bak­ beans, apple cherry crisp. NOTE: Choose one entree. ed beans, fruit, cookies. Ala carte at extra cost. A Thursday, Jan. 17 Waffles, syrup, honey, choice of lowfat white or sausage links, orange slices, chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. juice. Friday, Jan. 18 School a.m. only. Jr.-Sr. High School Monday, Jan. 21 Wednesday, Jan. 16 Hot ham and cheese, french ♦Salad, *Taco’s, lettuce fries, com, mixed fruit. and cheese, *Tuna Sandwich, Tuesday, Jan. 22 baked beans, fruit juice, bread Chicken nuggets, dip, and butter. mashed potatoes, bread and Thursday, Jan. 17 butter, applesauce. ♦Salad/crackers, *HamNOTE: Milk is served with burger/bun, each meal. Salads available on ♦ Cheeseburger/bun, french Tuesdays and Fridays. fries, blackberries, no salad bar. Fuller St. School Friday, Jan. 18 Wednesday, Jan. 16 No school. Chili, crackers, peas, Monday, Jan. 21 peach, peanut butter ♦Salad, *Pizza, com, fruit sandwich. juice, bread and butter. Thursday, Jan. 17 Tuesday, Jan. 22 Chicken nuggets/dip, mash­ ♦Salad, *Mac and Cheese, ed potatoes, cherry sauce, ♦Chili Dog, green beans, roll butter sandwich. and butter, salad bar, apple. Friday, Jan. 18 NOTE: *Choose one en­ School in a.m. only. No tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A lunch. choice of lowfat, white or Monday, Jan. 21 Goulash, peas, apricots, chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. cheese sandwich. Letterheads 'PRIN Business Cards Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment D & L TELEPHONE SERVICE Residential and busi­ ness, wiring and installation, single and multi line. Licensed and Insured. 945-9672. OLD TIME TELEPHONE repair. 517-852-2209.________ ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.___________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. 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Baird was the guest speaker and he presented Frith with the Defense Meritorious Ser­ vice Medal. The ceremony marked the end of over 20 years of service. After graduating from Lemoore Union High School, Lemoore, Calif., Frith entered the Navy in July 1970. The oath of enlistment was administered by his father, CWO-2 Charles A. Frith, a native of Nashville and a member of Nashville High School’s Class of 1949. Following boot camp and Radioman “A” School in San Diego, he was stationed on board the destroyer escort USS Elmer Montgomery (DE-1082). Later, .in March 1971, he trasferred to the am­ phibious transport dock USS Trenton (LPD-14), homeported in Norfolk, Va. Upon his conversion to the journalist rating in 1974, Frith attended the Defense Informa­ tion School, Ft. Benjamin Harrison, Ind., and completed both the print journalism and broadcasting courses. His First tour of duty as a journalist came in June 1974, when he was assigned to the American Forces radio and Television Service (AFRTS) outlet on board Naval Air Station, Keflavik, Iceland. In July 1976, he returned to Norfolk for duty on the staff of Commander, Naval Sur­ face Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet. He then reported to Elmendorf Air Force Base, Anchorage, Alaska, in July tion, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Air Force Organizational Excellence Award, Navy Good Conduct Medal (four awards). Na­ tional Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Sea Service Deploy­ ment Ribbon, Navy/Marine Corps Overseas Service Rib­ bon (six awards). Navy Ex­ pert Rifle Medal, and the Navy Expert Pistol Shot Medal. He presented his wife, Teresa, with 14 red roses, one for each year of marriage and their two sons, Steven and James. Included in the bou­ quet was a single yellow rose, to commemorate his transfer to the Fleet Reserve. The Friths now reside in Nashville. was assigned to Fleet Imaging Command, Atlantic, as Leading Chief Petty Officer. Combat Documentation Divi­ sion. From July to October 1987 he headed a team of journalists and photographer's mates stationed in the Persian Gulf. The team provided still photo and videotape coverage of “Operation Ernest Will,” the U.S. Navy’s tankers escort and minesweeping operations. His most recent assignment was as Protocol Officer, The Nato School (SHAPE). Chief Frith’s other awards include the Navy Commenda­ tion Medal, Air Force Com­ mendation Medal, Navy Unit Commendation (two awards), Navy/Marine Corps Meritorious Unit Commenda- Q Bobbie’s 517-852-0940 Nashville ^,hj * mtaii aiigq — 4, i «•*«!« k. tent ik i; '**ii Wln’nt aite,W B < K Wkf Waite, k ht|tilln mti •Qatasht is k a'ktati k lte.MII W XteMI kifani ptairite t W1 kiteib , kktk*^ t DI*11 »J S»i«‘ 1 Bd*11" January & February Chief Petty Officer Arthur C. Frith Howard P. Jones _____ 1979 for duty with the Air Mr. Jones is survived by his Force Arctic Broadcasting BATTLE CREEK - Howard wife, Effie; one daughter, Iris P. Jones, 94 of Battle Creek Squadron. and formerly of Nashville L. McCleery ofBattle Creek; a March 1983 saw Frith passed away Wednesday, son, Russell M. Jones ofBattle transferred to Naval ComCreek; seven grandchildren; January 9,1991 at Leila Hospi­ 10 great grandchildren and one tal, Battle Creek. Mr. Jones was bom on Janu­ sister, Gladys Schantz of ary 2,1897 in Battle Creek, the Nashville. Funeral Services were held son of Bert and Elizabeth (Wertz) Jones. He was raised Saturday, January 12, at in Nashville and farmed in the Farley-Estes Funeral Home in Learn the art, history and area for 30 years before return­ Battle Creek with Reverend etiquette of clowning through ing to Battle Creek in 1929 and Thomas Heil officiating. a series of eight clown classes worked at the A.B. Stove Burial was in Lakeview beginning Saturday, Feb. 9. Company for 25 years. He then Cemetery, Nashville. Classes will be held from 10 Memorial contributions worked for Springfield School a.m. to noon each Saturday in may be made to the American System, retiring in 1965. Charlotte (location to be He was married to Effie Heart Association or American announced). Hanes on February 20, 1919. Cancer Society. A minimum of 10 par­ ticipants, ages 9 and over (with parental assistance), are needed. The cost is $15 and par­ ticipants will incur the cost of their own makeup and clown costume. Clowning students will learn how to do skits, makeup, balloon art and more. Sweetheart Tanning Buys munications Station, Greece,, as Chief Petty Officer-inCharge, U.S. Navy Broad­ casting Service Detachment Nea Makri. Returning to Nor­ folk in September 1986, he Visits for............................... 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The selection is made by the high school staff, explained Maple Valley Counselor Ward Rooks, with the award going to the senior boy or girl “that has shown the most outstanding citizenship and patriotism.” In conjunction with the award, Lisa also became eligible to apply for a DAR scholarship. She plans to at­ tend Michigan State Universi­ ty in the fall and wants to study medicine. She hopes to become a physician. “That’s what I’ve been BODY TALK” wanting to do for three or four years,” commented Lisa. She said that when she was younger she had hoped to become a teacher (her mother and sister both teach in the Maple Valley system), but now she is leaning toward medicine. Lisa is president of her senior class, president of the Maple Valley Chapter of the National Honor Society, and chair ofthe Eaton County Stu­ dent Leadership Forum. That panel is comprised ofabout 40 students from Eaton County schools who meet annually to develop leadership skills and exchange information and ideas about school improvement. In addition, Lisa is a former Maple Valley basketball player and will participate in an upcoming high school musical. By Michael N. Callton, D.C. Beware of winter injuries Fassett Body Shop • PHONE Maple Valley senior Lisa Long is the recipient of the 1990-91 DAR Good Citizenship Award. — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MonFdriadyaythru (517) 726-0319 Free tax assistance offered to local elderly, poor COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Nashville area senior citizens and low income per­ sons again this year will be of­ fered free help with prepara­ tion of income tax forms, Discount for Cash Claims Comer of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml MEMBERS OF BARRY- MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE & \ Nk KiX. 227 N. 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Call Garry. .(N-354) CASE - VERMONTVILLE “TURN GOOD “RETIREMENT" OR “STAR­ TER” HOME, NASHVILLE - homestead property tax credit claims, prescription drug credit claims, and home heating credit claims. The program is sponsored by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) and USA Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). In Nashville hours will be consecutive Wednesday after­ noons from 1 to 4 p.m. at Castleton Township Hall, commencing Jan. 30. Addi­ tional sessions will be held Feb. 6, 13, 20, and 27, and longer if necessary. The local volunteer tax preparers recently have com­ pleted an Internal Revenue Service training school held at the senior citizen center in Kalamazoo. For an appointment, call Nashville Village Hall, 852-9544. This is a volunteer program. No charges will be made nor any payment accepted. Now that the holidays are over, the snow crested trees and white rolling hills of Maple Valley begin to seem less pictures­ que and more treacherous. Personally, I think that the winter scene is getting old, with the worst yet to come. Today we’re going to go over some important cold weather injuries and first aid. I’ve gathered the following information from “The American Red Cross Standard First Aid Workbook,” “Cecil’s Textbook of Medicine and a military first aid manual. Hypothermia: When body temperature drops below 95 degrees. Quick recognition and action will help prevent serious injury and death. The person out in the cold becomes sleepy and numb, movement is difficult and eyesight may fail. The person may stagger and fall, finally losing consciousness. Quickly bring the victim into a warm area. Remove wet and cold clothing and provide warm, dry covering. Dry the person thoroughly and seek medical attention. If a warm area is not available, wrap the victim with a warm person in blankets or a sleeping bag. Frostbite: When a part of the body freezes. The nose, ears, cheeks, fingers and toes are affected most often. Those at high risk include the elderly, folks with poor circulation and drunk people. The skin changes color to white or grayish-yellowOften there is no pain, only numbess and the person may not be aware of frostbite until pale, glossy skin is observed. Bring the victim indoors right away. Two of my sources say to defrost the body part in water 102-105 degrees while my military first aid book says to rewarm the frozen part with a warm part ofyours, or someone else’s body... an armpit is one choice. Warm the part for 30 minutes, even ifthe part becomes painful as it thaws. Elevate the part, don’t pop blisters that may form, and wrap in a dry sterile covering until medical help can be found. Trauma: Car accidents, sledding, slipping and snow shovel­ ing injuries occur often. If, after such an incident, one feels headaches, neck or back pain, stiffness, numbness or swelling of any body part, a chiropractor or medical doctor should be consulted. Since untreated injuries may persist for years, it is important to take traumatic accidents seriously. Many times symptoms will not appear for days or weeks after an injury. So, whether you’re ice fishing on the great Thornapple or just clearing out your driveway in town, remember that cold weather injuries can be disabling or fatal. Make sure your kids wear their hats and mittens, because what they don’t know can hurt them. Call 945-9554 for M.V. News Action-Ads! Reach over 4,400 area homes Near Fuller Elemen­ tary School, 3 bedrooms; Win­ dows, vinyl siding & roof all new in 1989. Call Garry. (N-360) $29,900! OF THE 3 bed room, formal dining room, large living room, wood floors, many closets and cupboards. Above ground pool. Maple Valley Schools. To see this elegant home — call "Jeri." 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I (CH-358) ACRES - NEAR VERMONTVILLE: at edge edg of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 UP(VL-359) 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS HORSE FARM - 40 ACRES ■ South of Nashville, Maple Valley Schools, 2-story, remodeled, 3 bedroom home. 40x60 hip roof barn with 5 box stalls on lower level, 13x13 tack room, 20 acres of rolling hills with woods & pond sites. Call Don. (F-319) $74,900!! EATON COUNTY - 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) Black­ top road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359) 10 ACRES BUILDING LOTS - old a piece of tape ol up to your eyes, dim the lights and try to fill out your taxes. Now you’re seeing things from her point ofview. For this woman it’s poor eyesight, for someone else it might be arthritis or maybe they just can’t cope. The fact is, last year 4 million Americans got the help they needed from IRS Volunteer Assistance Programs: If you have the desire to help and a basic aptitude for math, you could become a part of the IRS \blunteer Assistance Programs. So volunteer and call 1800 424-1040. Beginning October 1, 1990, please call 1800 829-1040. Volunteer and make someone’s taxes less taxing. A Public Service of This Publication & �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. January 15, 1991 — Page 9 Nashville Syrup Association holds annual meeting u 81 ‘Hlh' S <S5 **£EM 1S2LtlttB 1S2,Ltalw»tataB lfSjW^ ’yttsmtajifr ■*«tajiirt.Jbfc nsaiUiiiwU imMiqiiibra Officers were elected and proceeds of the 1990 syrup season distributed at the an­ nual meeting last Tuesday evening of the Nashville Syrup Association. Nelson Brumm was re­ elected president; Clayton Newland, vice president; and Geneva Brumm, secretary­ treasurer. Trustees are Tom Youth Enrichment Classes to start locally Jan. 22 Youth enrichment classes will begin new sessions soon,. Junior and open karate will begin again Jan. 22. The classes are held at Maplewood Elementary School in Ver­ montville Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Those interested can call the community education office at 852-9275, or enroll at the first class session. Junior karate is open to those from kindergarten to eighth grade. Open karate is for those boys and girls 7 and older, as well as adults. Computer class for kids begins again on Feb. 4. This is for boys and girls from third to eighth grades. The class will be held in the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Mondays from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. for six weeks. Gymnastics will begin again on Feb. 7. This class will be EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE wnw«m raw. sAtlion-Ads! ^>reote Oleson, Tim Smith, Warren Travoli, Dale Ossenheimer and Dave Kuemple. The Association, which donates all proceeds to designated community organizations, produced a lit­ tle less than 400 gallons in the 1990 season, which was a light year. But some of the product is still on hand, “and 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm held from 3 to 4 p.m. at Fuller Street School and it is for boys and girls who are 4 years and up. There is a fee charged for all classes. Adult enrichment classes also are offered. For more information, or to enroll, call Maple Valley Community Education at 852-9275. has been selling really good this fall,*’ noted Mrs. Brumm. She said the possibility of raising prices for the 1991 season was discussed at the re­ cent meeting, but no action was taken. The NSA sold their syrup at $23 per gallon last spring, though some area producers were getting as much as $28. For the 1990 season, the Nashville Boy Scouts earned $1,132.23 for tapping village Douglass Vogt Memorial Scholarship Fund $350. Nashville Lions Club $150, United Methodist Church $300, and Maple Valley Future F~ armers of America $300. Nashville's annual community maple syrup project dates back to 1942. and has helped finance many com­ munity improvements, pro­ jects and programsoverthe years. Insect control workshop set in Eaton County Jan. 17 The Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice, in cooperation with American Bean and Grain, Sunfield, will sponsor a field crop insect control workshop Thursday, Jan 17, from 1 to 5 p.m. Managed growth seminar attracts 35 to Charlotte “Growth management refers to the systematic at­ tempt by a community to guide the type, rate, location, timing and often the quality and character of land develop­ ment,*’ explained Mark Wyckoff, author ofmany land use articles and editor of the “Planning and Zoning News.” Wyckoff was the speaker Jan. 3 at the managed growth seminar for local officials and the public as one of the four public affairs programs held in cooperation with the Leadership Eaton project, sponsored by the Eaton Cooperative Extension Service. More than 35 people attend­ ed the seminar Thursday, Jan. 3, at the Eaton Intermediate School in Charlotte. Many of the participants proved through an informal survey to trees and collecting the sap for processing at the Sugar Shanty in Putnam Park. Other payments were made last week, based on man-hours worked by individual volunteers who designate their “wages” to benefit various community activities. Mrs. Brumm reported the following distribution: Nashville Fire Dept. $300, Nazarene Church $400, Maple Leaf Grange $400, Masonic Lodge $220, Putnam Public Library $320, be residents ofthe east side of the county, with representa­ tion from Delta Township, Windsor, Benton, Charlotte and Eaton Rapids. “Two-thirds of Eaton’s population lives on the east side of the county. It was no surprise to see what com­ munities were interested in the managed growth topic,’’ ex­ plained Mona Ellard, Leader­ ship Eaton coordinator. One of the interesting facts shared at the program was that Wyckoff has been working on nine pieces of legislation that can be used as enabling laws to deal with land use and development. The common elements considered in the development of the legislation is to give communities new management tools with a re­ quirement of strong planning as a pre-condition to using such new tools. The workshop will be held at the Sunfield Community Room, located on Main Street near the fire station. The workshop has been ap­ proved by the Michigan Department of Agriculture to provide participants two recertification credits. Pesticide applications may become recertified by atten­ ding approved educational workshops. A total of 12 credits are required for recertification. Persons interested in atten­ ding the workshop are asked to register by calling the Ex­ tension office at 517/543-2310 or 372-5594. A disease control workshop (two credits) will be offered in Charlotte Feb. 13. Community Notices AA/AL-ANON: Meetings at St. Cyrils Church Tuesdays at 8:00pm. Five generations in family When little Victoria Ann Ewing was born recently, she represented the fifth living generation in her family. Shown with her are (from left) great-great grandmother Flossie Richards of Hastings, mother Lori Ewing of Vermontville, great grandmother Doris Boomer of Nashville, and grandmother Vicki Smith of Cutlerville. Increase life expectancy We stock a complete line of ... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies From Our Readers WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & " DO OUR OWN W0RK1 RICHARD J. EWING OWNER GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Nashville street resurfacing work lacked quality Dear editor: that there were pock-like Has the Village ofNashville holes in the resurfacing thin paid for defective or inferior layer (black top?), and they material or poor worksman­ should see it, and should get ship, or perhaps all three com­ the company back on Kellogg bined in the resurfacing of before they left the village to certain streets or areas of cer­ see the condition of the end result of their labor.” tain streets last summer? (517) 726-0088 No one came to see the con­ I have been told and I quote: 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. dition of this area, of Kellogg. “ that those in charge of the VERMONTVILLE Since winter has set in, with village streets were informed its snow and ice, we no longer have pock-like holes, but pot holes and large cracks and it Letterheads now appears that as snow and ice get into the holes and Business Cards cracks and starts expanding, then they get larger and make Envelopes One large pot hole and widen­ ed crack. By spring I would Brochures think at least one foot of the resurfacing area will separate Wedding Invitations and fall off the sides of areas. Just because someone MORE makes a lower bid than another contractor does not Qualify Printing at always indicate you are get­ Affordable Prices! ting the same workmanship and quality of material. Often times, you only get what you pay for. I sincerely hope this Graphice or stop by ... is not the case for Nashville. 1952 N. 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The MSU Cooperative Ex­ tension Service and the Barry County Extension | Calendar off Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: Jan. 16 - 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Jan. 17 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. Jan. 28 - County 4-H Rabbit Community Service Activity, Ex­ po Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. Michigan Maple Syrup Association (MMSA) will co­ sponsor the day-long program /or any interested maple syrup producers. The meeting will be held at the Holiday Inn in Grayling and will run from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration for the pro­ gram begins at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $11 per person to attend (includes buffet luncheon and facility use). The theme for this year’s meeting is “Getting Back to Basics” in the maple syrup in­ dustry. Much of the program will feature producers who will discuss some of the fun­ damental concepts and prac­ tices involved in making quality maple syrup products. Topics to be taken up will include a review of the fun­ damental concepts of tapping; quality control during sap col­ lection; an update on pig­ gyback evaporators; woodlot management for sugarbushes; and finishing and packaging syrup to maintain quality. Besides the extensionsponsored educational session and MMSA business meeting, several maple syrup equip­ ment suppliers will exhibit commercial maple syrup equipment. Catalogs and price information will also be available. For more information, con­ tact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Barry County COA menu, coming events planned GET A HEAD START WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS Whether you're shopping for better digs, bigger office space or a newer mode of transportation, count on the Classifieds to take the legwork out of the race! And when you've got something to sell, an ad in the Classifieds can put you in the lead at a price so small that anyone can afford to be a sport. So next time you want to get the job done, team up with the Classifieds...and save your running shoes for the gym! THE WINNING TEAM YOU AND THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 rmPLE vrlKe y news? ...a localpaper oftoday! - Wednesday, Jan. 16 Spaghetti, wax beans, California blend, cookie. Thursday, Jan. 17 Chuck roast, cooked cab­ bage, mashed potatoes, bread, oleo, pudding. Friday, Jan. 18 Turkey rice casserole, broc­ coli, mixed vegetables, plums. Monday, Jan. 21 Chefs choice. Tuesday, Jan. 22 Beef pepper steak, gravy, baked potatoes, green beans, bread, oleo, pineapple. Events Wednesday, Jan. 16 Hastings, cards; Nashville, blood pressure; Woodland, slides by De Jong. Thursday, Jan. 17 Hastings, cards or crafts; Nashville, bingo. Friday, Jan. 18 - Hastings cards; Nashville, birthday party, popcorn. Monday, Jan. 21 Hastings, bingo and popcorn; Nashville, singalong with Millie Carrigan. Tuesday, Jan. 22 - All sites puzzles. Thank You CARD OF THANKS We would like to thank the communities and friends of Nashville and Vermontville for the prayers, thoughts and special kindnesses during the loss of Jacqueline H. Austin. Kathy Austin Lockton Jeffery S. Austin and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Austin CARD OF THANKS A special ‘Thank You” to my friends, students, and co­ workers for the kindness and caring shown to my family and me during my recent hospitalization. Your visits, phone calls, cards, flowers and prayers helped brighten the nine days. Gray W St Onge (Sports M.V. Lady spikers lose pair, now 3-4 in season The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team lost a pair of matches last week, dropping to 3-4 overall. On Wednesday the Lady L. ins won the first set, but lost the final two in a non­ league match against Portland St. Patrick, 8-15, 15-7, 15-2. Cheryl Finkler was 10 of 11 serving, collecting two aces. Tammy Ashley added three kills for Maple Valley. Thursday the Lions lost to traditional power Battle Creek St. Philip by a 15-0, 15-3 count. Angie Madison recorded all three service points for Maple Valley. Despite the losses, coach Carol Kraai said she sees some postives for her team, which features two sophomore starters. “Up until Thursday, our serving had been outstan­ ding,” she said. “We have good servers and some good quickness this season. We are progressing along.” It will be a busy week for Maple Valley, which will be at home tonight against Bath and Thursday against Bron­ son, then the Lions will com­ pete in the Cereal City Classic Saturday. Summary of Minutes CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD Board met Jan. 2, 1991, 7:30-10 p.m. All members present. Treasurer's Report: Gen. Fund Rec. 21,014.95, Disb. $10,174.45; End. Bal. 49,230.45; Block Grant Bal. $34,968.00; Fire V.Bal. $26,388.09; Amb. V. Bal. $30,361.44; Twp. Imp. Bal. $55,856.69. Bills approved: M. T.A............................ $478.60 St. of Ml.......................... 273.18 J.W. Cooley.................... 998.60 N. Rasey.......................... 90.00 Cons. Pow....................... 152.17 C/MG/N Fire............. 3250.00 L. Pixley............................ 15.37 J.W. Cooley........................ 8.22 H.C. Bank......................... 11.00 H.C. Bank...................... 618.12 J. Jarvie......................... 484.12 W. Wilson......................... 90.00 S. Bishop.......................... 25.00 C/MG/N Amb............. 2500.00 Vil.of Nash....................... 15.88 M. V. Sch........................ 332.00 R. Frohlich...................... 395.84 L, Pixley......................... 465.53 St. of Ml.......... Ml Bell............ C/MG/N Rncy Postmaster..... Block Grant Bills: Burkett Excavating Hodges................... C. Barth................. David Delton......... Yoder Window H.C. Bank St. of Ml... ... 50.00 ...34.69 1000.00 ... 20.00 ....... 640.00 ........57.20 ..... 1406.63 ..... 4481.33 & Siding .... 8650.00 ...... 654.00 ...... 277.11 Amb. Vot. Bill: M.G. Twp........ .$33.34 Rasey and Wilson reappointed to Recycle Board for two years. Commissioner Moore reported on work at County level. Discussion of Township concerns, no motions passed. Jr. Livestock group to meet 4-H members and leaders in beef, sheep and swine projects will meet Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the 4-H Building Auditorium for the Jr. Livestock Association meeting. Business for the evening will include preparation for the beef weigh-in, clarifica­ tion of the fitting and showing rule, and a short educational program. Future association meetings will be held in March, May and July. Small animal group to meet The next meeting of the Eaton County 4-H Small Animal Association will be held Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in Kardel Hall in Charlotte. All goat, poultry and rabbit project members, leaders and parents are encouraged to at­ tend. Goat specie represen­ tatives will present an educa­ tional program. Miscellaneous GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet that room at affordable prices, $ 1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd. (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available. (616) 948-8334. TOOLS Air Compressors, Air Tools, Air Accessories, Socket Sets, Power Tools, Auto Equipment, Body Tools, Wood Working Equipment, Tool Boxes & Cabinets, Drill Press and Accessories, Vises, Fans. CkWo^. TOOL SALES GtllRIL MtRCHilOISf 3 Miles Noth of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 MH Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. lic. «1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • 11/4” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Weil Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville MJ K fiH K / �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. January 15, 1991 Maple Valley 7th grade basketball The young lions opened the season with an A-B contest against Lake Odessa. The B squad trailed after three quartes 18-13. But a strong 15 point fourth quarter rallied them to a 28-24 win. Pat Robins and Nick Gilmore led the team with 6 points each. The A team lost a close game 38-35. After fall- ing behind in the second quarter they started the fourth quarter down by 10 points and almost pulled it out but the shots just wouldn't fall at the end. Brian Hopkins led the team with 11 points. On Wednesday a taller Saranac team was just too much as the Lions fell 36-25. MV played hard but too many missed lay-ups spelled their downfall. Adam Thayer led the team with 9 points. Guards Pete Kellepourey and Damon Patrick played fine defensive games having 9 steals between them. Maple Valley 8th grade basketball The Maple Valley eighth grade basketball team got off to a good start with two wins over Lake Odessa and a win against Saranac. In the first Lake Odessa game the score was 29-23. Leading scorers for M.V. were Jason Cook with seven points and Matt Thayer with six points. In the rebounding department, Danny Rose collected. In the second Lake Odessa game the score was 56-31. Gabe Priddy led the team in scoring and rebounding with 13 points and 12 rebounds. Chuck Brand added and 9 points, Keith Carpenter chipped in 8. Maple Valley defeated Saranac 39-26. Twelve players scored for Maple Valley, led by Gabe Priddy, Dick Baker and Keith Carpenter with six points apiece. Thursday, the seventh and eighth grade teams travel to Battle Creek St. Philip. The eighth grade will play the first game at 4 p.m. and the seventh grade will play the se­ cond game. M.V. wrestling invitational -JU « £’':« st . Mp—__n __n - tkCi W&__Wjj j -JU U -JU U ____ ® —JIILU___Hl -JUkli JIM —U —11 _s*LG>___M —jCS Ito M^btaitleltA ■bobtae reportdoiiwiiol teossw rf lowsliip concerns, no On Jan. 5, the Maple Valley 275: Willis Rugg placed wrestling team hosted their four after a match with John annual invitational with Con­ Lake of Lansing Christian. cord, Portland, Carson City, 125: Grand Simpson placed Crystal, Galesburg-Augusta, third after pinning Nick Reed Springport, Lansing Chris­ of Portland. tian, Potterville and Caledonia 135: Aaron Patrick placed in attendance. fourth after a match with Troy Under the guidance of Ocheltree of Lansing Coach Chris Ricketts and Christian. Assistant Coach Drew Pixley, 140: Brian Dennis placed several members of Maple third after pinning Ryan Keast Valley’s young wrestling team of Potterville. placed. 145: Dan Finkler placed fourth after a match with Brian Larson of Lansing Christian. 152: Bret Flower placed fourth after a match with Greg Sharp of Springport. 189: Shaw Scott took third after pinning Adam Smith of Galesburg-Augusta. MVHS will be hosting the SMAA tournament on February 2. Sell your items visually in our classifieds. $Hi Bus stop law effective this month REGULARLY ’15.00 When school resumes this month, new school bus stop laws will provide a different “light look" for motorists, AAA Michigan and the Michigan State Police report. Amendments to Michigan's school bus stop law, signed Dec. 20 by outgoing Gov. James J. Blanchard, spell out guidelines for motorists to follow, depending on the buses’ flashing lights system. “How a driver responds when approaching or follow­ ing a school bus depends on what lights are on and if the bus is moving or stopped," said Robert V. Cullen, AAA Michigan Community Safety Services manager. Motorists should be familiar with the following situations: •On buses with overhead red and yellow lights - This new lighting system is being phased in on all Michigan school buses. If overhead yellow lights are flashing, drivers should be prepared to stop, because flashing red lights are about to be ac­ tivated. When overhead red lights are . flashing, ap­ proaching and following motorists must come to a complete stop not closer than 20 feet from the stopped school bus. Drivers must not proceed until the signals are turned off. • On buses with overhead red lights only - These buses with the standard overhead red light system eventually will be phased out. If the overhead red lights are flashing and the bus is mov­ ing, inotorists should prepare to stop. When red lights are flashing and the bus is stop­ ped, motorists must stop no closer than 20 feet from the bus. Drivers must not proceed until the signals are turned off. • All school buses - When NOW ONLY ... WHAT EVERY DRIVER MUST KNOW About Flashing School Bus Lights n FURNISHED PHOTO School Buses With Overhead Red Lights SPECIAL this week, FREE PHOTO! 1. Overhead red lights are Hashing and bus is moving — prepare to stop. 2. Overhead red lights are flashing and bus is stopped. Stop no closer than 20 feet from the bus. 3. Proceed when red lights are turned ofl. School Buses With Overhead Red and Yellow Lights 1. Overhead yellow lights are flashing — prepare to stop. s. 2. Overhead red lights are flashing. Stop no closer than 20 feet from the bus. 3. Proceed when red lights are turned off. (JO All School Buses Yellow hazard warn* ing lights are flashing on moving or stopped bus — p proceed with caution. Let prospective buyers see what you have to sell! You’ll save time on needless phone inquiries. You’ll get faster results and all for one low price when you place a photo want ad. One item per ad. More than one item can be listed only if they are related, such as: car and trailer. All ads must be paid for in advance. Sell your... Car, Truck, Trailer, Motorhome, Bicycle, Motorcycle, Horse,Tractor, Boat, Airplane yellow hazard lights are flashing (located midway or near front and back bumpers of bus) on a moving or stop­ ped bus, motorists may pro­ ceed with caution past the bus. Michigan's school bus stop law, P.A. 187, originally passed in July 1990, requires ail new Michigan school buses to be fitted with yellow overhead lights in addition to the red lights currently on all buses. Retrofitting of old buses, though not required, is encouraged for more uniform and safer bus stops. The ame^uients to P.A. 187 are designed to correct difficulties experienced by some districts. School districts are not permitted ta use a previous bus stop law in which red lights are activated 200 feet prior to the stop. This is for buses not fitted with overhead red and yellow lights. The overhead red-andyellow-light system is in use in 49 states. 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French Bread Pizzas.............. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-01-22.pdf 172f4ed66a0311fedf5204cc7f0b8e49 PDF Text Text 12/30/99 Bulk Rat* PAID U3. POSTAGE Hastings, mi 95> “I. 49058 HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121-S. Church St HASTINGS, Ml 49058-1893. 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. 119 - No. 26 — Tuesday, January 22, 1991 School Board, new superintendent launch long range planning outline by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter New Maple Valley Superintendent Dr. Ozzie Parks praised the school district and staff at last Mon­ day’s school board meeting, then inspired the Board of Education to launch a com­ prehensive long-range im­ provement plan with com­ munity help. Parks said he found the Maple Valley staff and ad­ ministrators enthusiastic and open to ideas. “I appreciate the good start,” commented Parks. “Maple Valley is a very nice school district, and there is potential to do some good things here.” The new superintendent said community residents should have a role in for­ mulating the proposed plan. “We represent the whole community,” said Parks. “We need to have them look­ ing at things along with the staff and students. I have found that communities are most enthusiastic when they have a part of the action.” He noted that it is also im­ portant for school board members to become involved in the project since they are the ones who would be responsible for implementing any proposals. Parks suggested forming a Central Planning Committee with several sub-committees for study of specific areas: Building and Site, Transporta­ tion, Food Services, Financial Resources, Public Relations, Staff Relations, Policies and Procedures, Extracurricular and Recreational Programs, and Instructional Progams. The latter would be divided into- three sub-categories: Gifted and Talented, Special Education, and Vocational Education. Other areas and issues, may also be included, he added. Each study committee would be responsible for making recommendations to the Cen­ tral Planning Committee, which then would work with the Board ofEducation to for­ mulate a comprehensive longrange plan. Parks praised a Citizens’ Advisory Committee Report prepared by community Dr. Ozzie Parks- (standing). Maple Valley's new superintendent, outlined a Comprehensive Long-Range Planning Proposal at last week's school board meeting. See School Board, on page 2 '911' emergency system official for Maple Valley area by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter It’s official! Even if a person can't talk, Nashville and Vermontville we are able to dispatch emergency area residents now may phone “911” for fire, police and personnel to that address to medical emergency service. A determine the nature of the 911 Central Dispatch center based at the Eaton County emergency,” Sheriff’s Department in Charlotte will handle incom­ — Paul Rogers ing calls and route them to ap­ propriate agencies. Paul Rogers, director ofthe sometime in June, said in three to five years. When 911 Eaton County Central Rogers. that becomes operational, Dispatch, announced Thurs­ The Eaton County service Nashville and Woodland day that the system was of­ overlaps into Barry County to automatically will be switched ficially launched Jan. 15, pick up both Nashville and to the Barry County system. although it has been in “an Woodland phone exchanges. For now, Nashville operational test mode” since It also goes into Calhoun residents should be aware thatt November. County to include rural while they may call 911, they The service covers all of Charlotte and Olivet addresses still have the option of using Eaton County except for the and into Ionia County far the old system of summoning Bellevue area and a tiny por­ enough to encompass areas of fire, ambulance or police for tion of Woodbury. Bellevue Mulliken and Sunfield. help. For Nasville fire or am­ residents with phone numbers Barry County voters last bulance that number is beginning with the 763 prefix year approved a 911 system 852-0810 and for police, will have 911 service that is expected to be installed 948-4800. Computer technician Deb Martin shows how dispatchers field 911 calls coming into the Central Dispatch center in the Eaton County Sheriff's office at Charlotte. The phone number, name and address of the incoming call automatically flash on the computer screen. “Citizens residing outside Eaton County may receive faster emergency assistance by dialing the exisiting seven­ digit emergency phone numbers,” explained Rogers. “If property or life are not in danger, the seven-digit number may be faster.” However, if one is in a critical emergency situation where there is time to make only one call or in which there is a chance the caller may be unable to speak, the 911 number is preferable, said Rogers. More than three seconds before the phone rings into Eaton County Cen­ tral Dispatch, the caller’s phone number flashes on a computer screen. Ten seconds after the dispatcher answers the phone, the caller’s name and address also appear automatically on the screen. “Even if a person can’t talk, we are able to dispatch emergency personnel to that adddress to determine the nature ofthe emergency, ’ ’ ad­ ded Rogers. The 911 system also is easier for young children to understand because of the simpler emergency number, as well as the enhanced pro­ gram that immediately lets the dispatcher know the origin of the call. Rogers suggests that parents take time to explain the seriousness of the 911 system to their children. A -pOpulST TV show may be responsible for some of the problems en­ countered by the Central Dispatch center. “On- the nights when ‘Rescue 911’ plays, we get an influx of calls from kids,” said Rogers. Ifno one is on the line when the dispatcher answers, it becomes what Rogers calls an “abandonded” call. “If someone hangs up or See 911 on page 2 Paul Rogers, director of the new 911 Eaton County Central Dispatch, outlined the service area and other details of the new system at a press conference Thursday. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 22. 1991 — Page 2 School Board, new superintendent announces plan t residents for Maple Valley schools about five years ago. “It is well done, but has it been implemented?’’ he asked. Parks stressed that under the new proposal “We don’t junk the old plan, we go back and review it and update it.’’ He said that such longrange planning cannot be done entirely in Central Office or at school board meetings, but must involve volunteers from the community and school. Board Trustees Harold Stewart and John Krolik of­ fered to serve as a nucleus for the 10-12 member Central Planning Committee sug­ gested by Parks, who will seek additional members. Board members approved adopting the long-range plan­ ning proposal and establishing a Central Planning Committee in two resolutions. They also scheduled a special meeting for 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, in the high school library to lay groundwork for the program. “I want to help develop a blueprint that (will show) what this district wants and needs,” said Parks. He stressed that the new Central Committee would not overshadow the District School Improvement Team, a group of staff and community volunteers that has been meeting for the past several weeks. Parks said the im­ provement team was designed to focus only on learning and curriculum. Maplewood Principal David Doozan gave a report to the board on a_recent meeting.pf the improvement team, tier said the group has determined that “curriculum cannot be improved at the junior-senior high school without added space.’’ The pros and cons of various means to deal with space problems throughout the district were discussed, said Doozan, but he added that the improvement team felt expert advice is necessary to make decisions about the feasibility of expanding pre­ sent structures. “We are not architects, we are not engineers,’’ he said, noting that there is “definitely a space problem (in Maple Valley Schools). It’s been historic and I don’t see it go­ ing away in the future.” In another matter at Mon­ day’s meeting, bus mechanic Pat Powers, who is sharing supervisory duties with mechanic Bill Quick in the absence of Transporation Director Gerald Aldrich, gave a report on governmental guidelines and long-range plans dealing with underground fuel storage tanks at both the Nashville and Vermontville bus garages. By December 1998, all such storage tanks will have to meet tough new regulations established by the En­ vironmental Protection Agency. Vermontville has two tanks, both installed about 1982. Mapes Family Florist 107 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE 852-2050 Open: Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A Plants and Fresh Flowers DELIVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE Remember Your Valentine on Feb. 14th Nashville has three, one in­ stalled in 1982 and the other two estimated at about 1965 or rater. The three tanks installed in 1982 have until 1993 to be tested for tightness against leaks, said Powers. The two older tanks mf'st be tested as soon as possible to meet state requirements. “By 1998 all tanks we have now are going to have to meet these (stiffer) regulations,” he noted. “Right now, we need to get them up to date and get them tested.” The computer-aided hydrostatic test must be con­ ducted annually and it costs about $400 per tank, regardless of size. “It would be cheaper to go with only one large tank with dual chambers (one for diesel fuel and the other for gasoline)” suggested Powers. That way, he said, the district would have to purchase only one monitoring device. Powers told the board he would get additional bids on the testing procedure and would check with state authorities to see if any of the existing tanks can be closed down without removal. In other business Monday, the board: — Approved payment for attendance of two Maple Valley elementary teachers at a three-day Lansing training session this week to learn the Gesell Readiness Testing pro­ cedure used in the spring screening of prospective kindergartners. The approved total of $720 also covers the cost of substitute teachers to fill in while the two attend the seminar. — Approved purchase of three, three-drawer lateral files requested by Parks for VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wednesday: AWANA ...:... 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin .....7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...,10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship p.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study :30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR principals to exchange infor­ mation and ideas about the school system. — Agreed that Parks should investigate the costs of buying instead of leasing pre­ sent phone equipment in the administration office and br­ ing a proposal to the next meeting. — Decided, at Parks' sug­ gestion, to move the next school board meeting to the high school library to provide more comfort for the au­ dience. Meetings traditionally have been held in the ad­ ministration building, but larger audiences lately have created a problem of inade­ quate seating. If the library proves satisfactory, the board said it would adopt a policy change that would permit all its future meetings to be held there. his office in the administration building. Approval was given for a total cost of $1,824. plus shipping. — Granted Parks authority to pursue a proposal that custodial employee Kim Hansen act as supervisor of Maple Valley’s maintenance crew until Gerald Aldrich is able to return to work. The need for an acting supervisor was backed by building prin­ cipals David Doozan and Nancy Potter, who were pre­ sent at the meeting. — Heard a report from Maplewood custodian Stan Graham that snowmobiles have been tearing up ball fields at the Vermontville elementary school. — Discussed an ad­ ministrative retreat that would allow board members, the superintendent and school 911 emergency system now official, the phone is disconnected before the dispatcher answers, or ifwe get a busy signal or no answer when we try to call back, we send police to the address,” he explained. Obviously, under such a system, prank calls are a serious problem. However, with detailed information about the origin of the call automatically flashing on the dispatcher’s computer ter­ minal screen, chronic of­ fenders soon can be tracked down. In the radio room, which is the heart of the 911 system, located in the basement of the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department, even a power outage would not slow opera­ tion. An emergency generator will take over in case of elec­ trical power failure. Should the generator fail, there is a battery-operated Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) that will carry the system for four hours, time enough to replace a generator, said Rogers. By the end of the year, the entire radio room will be totally computerized, he added. All phone customers who can dial 911 beginning Jan. 15 will be billed 32 cents a month for each phone number they have. This fee, collected by the user’s local telephone company, pays for equipment and service provided by the phone company to maintain the emergency 911 system. The monthly fee will be reduced to less than 21 cents after five years. Citizens who dial 911 to see if it works should not hang up until they have informed the dispatcher taking their calls that they are testing their phone. Testing should only be done after setting up program­ mable phone sets. People who want to make Reading, writing classes now available For those who know an adult who would like to learn how to read, or would like to improve reading and writing skills, classes are available through Maple Valley Com­ munity Education. A Wednesday evening reading and writing class is offered at the junior-senior high school and Linda Miller is the instructor. The class is individualized and students work at their own pace. A reading class is also available in the daytime at the Maple Valley Adult Learning Center. Tutoring can also be arrang­ ed, ifan adult does not want to attend a class. For more information, call the Maple Valley Community Education office at 852-9275. Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH Continued from front page VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Church Service 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG — VALENTINE PATTERNS Toys • Fabric Calicos with Hearts PENDLETON WOOL We pray for our Military Troops in the Middle East Yellow Ribbon IN STOCK 218 E. State St., Hastings East ofMichigan Ave. Ph. 945-9673 HOURS: Mon. thru Sat. 9-5:30; Fri. ’til 7 HULST CLEANERS PICK-UP STATION PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLECHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ..7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .......... 7 REV. ALAN METTLER UP GOOD SELECTION of CALICOS for QUILTS 304 Phillips St., Nashville CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE $1> «E>0 0& Plaids & Solids ........................ A.M. Worship .......9:30 a.m. Sun. School ...,11:00 a.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe coming from any direction, explained Rogers. Eaton County recently pass­ ed an address ordinance re­ quiring the display ofnumbers in a prominent manner. All numbers are to be Arabic numerals at least three inches in height and of a color that contrasts with the background. Rogers said the ordinance also calls for house numbers to be displayed at least a minimum of 24 inches above the ground, to avoid blockage by snowbanks, etc. He said that emergency 911 phone stickers and fliers ex­ plaining the new system will be distributed soon -through local schools and various agencies to residents in the affected areas. business calls to police, fire or ambulance agencies should use the business numbers listed in their telephone direc­ tories, stressed Rogers. Eaton County residents also can continue to use certain seven-digit numbers to report emergencies or calls of a minor nature, but not for business calls. For Vermontville, that number is 543-3510. Residents of Eaton County and others served by the enhanced 911 system are en­ couraged to display their house numbers prominently on their house, mailbox, or on a sign at the end of their driveway. Police, fire and ambulance drivers need to be able to see the address clearly NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Sun. School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. Wed. Service.............. 7 p.m. from front page OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Lstin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 a.m. Church School ... ,11a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service .......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 22, 1991 — Page 3 Response to Nashville Red Cross Blood Drive held Wednesday was overwhelming! SSx 'L L L'» '»5>S * Fourteen donors were waiting in line when an American Red Cross blood drive opened at the Nashville Baptist Church last Wednes­ day afternoon. Nashville blood drive chair­ woman Sue Fawley said the facility set up in the basement of the church on Phillips Street was “just packed” from opening time at 12:30 until about 3 p.m., when there was a temporary lull. Scheduled closing time was 6:15. With 106 applicants donating a total of 100 units, it was the largest turnout at a Nashville blood drive since 1983, said Fawley. Six of the applicants were disqualified after screening. The local blood -drive originally had been set for Jan. 9, but was postponed earlier this month by Don Turner, director of the Barry County chapter of the American Red Cross, to allow participation by donors who had given blood at a Nov. 16 drive at Maple Valley High School. Many Nashville adults were donors at the school event,.said Turner, and one is required to wait a minimum of 56 days between donations. Several repeat donors par- ticipated in last week’s drive at the church, said Fawley. Two of them, Pat Gordon and Denice Scramlin, received one-gallon donor pins. Fawley expressed apprecia­ tion of the many local volunteers who assisted in various ways with the drive. She also extended thanks to the Nashville Lions Club for its donation that provided refreshments served to donors. Ladies of the Nashville Baptist Church bak­ ed the cookies and took charge of the canteen work. vnU Cookies and punch were served at the canteen to donors by ladies of the church. A Nashville Lions Club donation helped pay for the refreshments. Eaton Federal Savings Bank i SiLl k Lil lis s1' ’Ll! ft Among the donors Wednes­ day were 30 for whom it was a first-time experience. Fawley attributes this to several hun­ dred letters sent by the Red Cross to ■ members of Nashville Baptist Church an­ nouncing the blood drive. Fawley added that she believes the current situation in the Middle East had no bearing on the above-average turnout. Several facilities in Michigan have reported in­ creased blood donations in response to U.S. forces facing conflict with Iraq. 11*2..^ supports our fighting men and women in the middle east *«« »■**** Bit SW tttt I n lip' lift Don Conner was one of those giving blood at last week's American Red Cross drive at Nashville Baptist Church. IROl Enrichment classes to begin in February III *1'' $ Maple Valley Community Education enrichment classes will begin again in February. Several popular classes will be repeated, arid some new classes have been added. The exercise classes will continue on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Maplewood Elementary School. The Tuesday class will be held from 8 to 9 p.m. and the Thursday class will be from 7 to 8 p.m. A fee is charged for each session, and participants may just walk in on the classes. The IBM computer class, • Shampoo/Set taught by Don Steinbrecher, will begin again Feb. 4. This is a six-week class on Monday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. This is an introductory class. Two new classes offered this winter are social dancing, taught by Ron Meyer, and a class that will teach marketing arts and crafts. Jonothan Mar­ shall, a local craftsman, will teach the marketing class. For more information on these classes and others, or to enroll, call the Maple Valley Community Education office at 852-9275. Eaton Federal $£00 ii $600 .Perms $25 •$30*$35 ...$1600 • Colors............... .$2500 • Acrylic Nails . . • Cut Diana’s Place Owner — Diana Kuempel 852-9481 OPEN Tuesday-Saturday L CzoUrtnlieir W o fl iMvi-’u66uanud Thornapple Lake Rd FDIC INSURED EQUAL ROUSING LENDER FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet- 749-2811 OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday 9 to 4:30 • Saturday 9 to Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 22, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... Nashville Council ponders water improvements in '29 Proposed improvements to the municipal water supply system and a blast of icy winter weather were impor­ tant topics in the Nashville News 62 years ago this week. Details on these and other stories appeared in the issue of Jan. 24, 1929. C. J. Cole proposes new wells be made for water supply A bid for construction of four wells to take the place of wells that cannot be used because ofthe mineral content of their water supply has been presented the Village Council by C. J. Cole. He is a Nashville well man who in the same bid offers to replace screens in the old wells with new and up-to-date equipment if the council so desires. Construction of the new wells would give the village a pure water supply to take the place ofriver water now being pumped through the mains and which, according to the State Health Department, threatens the health of the en­ tire village. The estimated cost of removing present screens in wells already drilled, but not in use, and replacing them with modem strainers is given by Mr. Cole as $116 per well, or $464 for the four. Accompanying the bid are remarks to the effect that Mr. Cole believes that “the pre­ sent four wells properly equipped with strainers in place ofpresent screens would furnish a sufficient supply of water during the heavy season ofthe summer. But should the supply fail, he has furnished estimate of cost of a new well to be placed at some point near the river on the north side, but west of the present wells.” Mr. Cole suggests location of the new well, or wells, in the street running north and southwest of standpipe, south of Philadelphia Street. Cost of each new well is given as follows: six-inch well, not over 30 feet 6-inch pipe and fittings $43.50; cook strainer, four feet, $50; fit­ tings for strainer, $14; labor, $75, with a total guaranteed price of $182 per well. Mr. Cole in succeeding comments states that these prices are on a basis of winter prices and should be con­ sidered soon, that the same may be completed by May 1, 1929. While no action was taken on Mr. Cole’s proposal Mon­ day evening, it is quite likely this will be in the hands of Water Works Committee for investigation. Snow, sleet, rain and ice — and how! We’ve tried to acclimate ourselves to Nashville’s winter weather, but we’ll have to admit we don’t like it. We came to work Monday morning rejoicing in the beautiful morning, with its sunshine, etc., and even went so far as to say if we could have weather like that day we didn’t want to go to Florida. Monday was nice, indeed. Tuesday morning we came to work feeling almost the same. And didn’t we pay for it! About the middle of the forenoon one of the worst blizzards of the winter struck this burg and continued until the middle of the afternoon, when the wind shifted around to the south, and talk about rain! Well, it rained. Now we have ice. Ice on the sidewalks, ice on the streets, ice on the river, everywhere ice. And the Lord only knows what the morrow may bring. Anyway, we’ve changed our mind, and would rather be in Florida. But since there’s just one big reason why we can’t go to Florida, we’ll stay in Nashville and hope for spring. Glee club concert here Thursday night Because ofthe icy pavement between here and Kalamazoo, the Western State Normal Girls’ Glee Club concert, which was to have been given at the Methodist Church here Friday evening, was postpon­ ed to Thursday night of this week. A good sale of tickets has assured the glee club of a sizeable audience, providing highways and streets are passable, a condition that ap­ pears favorable at the present time. The glee club has ap­ peared here on two former oc­ casions and their abilities are sure to please. Lights out! Now comes the burning question: Who caused the Christmas tree (in Central Park) to be strung with beautiful Christmas lights? And if the tree was lighted, who pays the bill? And if the bill isn’t paid, how will Appelman the electrician, get his money? The Village Council faced a serious problem Monday evening. Members of that austere body of legislative of­ ficers voted $10 toward the payment of any bill incurred for equipment and electric current used at Christmas time. The lights were strung and “lit.” And they were nice. But $10 came a long way from paying the bill. On Monday evening, the mayor presented a check for $10 from a contributing organization to be paid toward the lighting bill. For a time councilmen thought perhaps their action a month ago had been construed to mean the village would pay all but $10 Updating Nashville's municipal water system would take an initial investment of approximately $5,000, estimated local officials in January 1929. This would iinclude new wells for a pure water supply and a modern pumping system. At that time, steam-powered pumps in this building at Putnam Park drew a water supply ffrom the Thornapple River for storage in the Standpipe tower (in background). The old pump house is now a community center; the chimney and coal shed are gone. r In January 1929, John Miller had his ice house, at Downs Lake northeast of Nashville, full of good quality ice "in the neighborhood of 14 inches thick.” Miller and his crew are seen at work here in this circa-1915 photo. Ice blocks cut from area lakes and Nashville's millpond were packed in sawdust to preserve them for summertime use before the days of electric refrigeration. Miller harvested and delivered ice locally for more than 30 years. of the bill. The entire bill was $29.33, and what to do with that balance of $19.33 was a puzzler. Only $10 had been voted. They might make Appelman wait a year, but that wouldn’t be right for he hadn’t charged anything for his labor — just material used. Then the happy thought! Let the council pay it. But from which fund? Whichever one had the most money? Well, it was allowed anyway and Appelman won’t have to wait. Narrow escape! ‘Pa, Ma, and Me’ banquet held A rather unusual occurence was the “Pa, Ma and Me” banquet given Tuesday even­ ing by the Senior Girl Reserves. About 50 gathered in the Evangelical Church, in spite of bad weather. The tables were charmingly decorated in blue and white, the club col­ ors. The banquet was served by four Junior Girl Reserves in uniform. Mildred Cole, president of the club, acted as toastmaster, and introduced Miss Margaret Burton, who responded with a toast to the mothers and fathers. The Girls’ Trio, com­ prised of Louise Wotring, Lucille DeWitt and Margaret Burton, sang “Little Annie Rooney.” One of the mothers, Mrs. Coy Brumm, gave a toast to the girls, using each letter in the word daughter to outline her talk. A piano solo, Coppen’s “Impromptu,” by Abby Brough was enjoyed. The Girl Reserves in clos­ ing sang “Following the Gleam, ” the national Y.W.C.A. song. Local News — A. R. Wagner, ticket agent at Michigan Central, had the misfortune to fall on the icy sidewalk near the Len Feighner residence Tuesday noon and cut a severe gash across the back of his head. No serious results are an­ ticipated, but Mr. Wagner was advised by his physician to remain at home for a while. — It must be the “Weather Woman” who is running things this winter instead of the “Weather Man.” These women are so changeable, you know. — Ed Morgan of Baltimore Township was taken into Justice Sullivan’s court at Hastings, Saturday on a charge of possessing raccoon pelts out of season, preferred by Conservation Officer Glen Bera. Morgan paid a fine of $50 and costs of $5.80. — R. H. Olin went to Detroit Tuesday to attend a meeting of the Overland Dealers of this district. He drove- back Wednesday in a new car. — Mrs. Chester Smith, who has been in Ohio helping care for her mother, returned Tuesday, leaving her mother in much better health. — The Northwest Kalamo Home Management class met last Thursday at the home of Mrs. Victor Lundstrum. Seventeen members were pre­ sent, regardless of bad roads and weather. The lesson on “Beauty in the Kitchen” was enjoyed by all present. Lun­ cheon was served at noon by group No. 3. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Lola Reynard Feb. 14. — John Miller has his ice house filled over on Downs Lake. This year the ice is especially good and clear, the nicest, Mr. Miller reports, that he ever put up. It is in the neighborhood of 14 inches thick. — Congratulations are in order for Mr. and Mrs. Dayton Smith, which is news to their many friends. Mr. and Mrs. Smith were married in Toledo, Ohio, Dec. 24. Mrs. Smith was formerly Miss May Polliey of Ann Arbor. They are now nicely settled on their farm west ofNashville, which they recently purchased of the groom’s father, Fred Smith. — Mrs. Sarah Calkins suf­ fered a misfortune last Friday when she fell on icy steps at her home and broke her hip. Physicians were called, the fracture set and Mrs. Calkins is resting as comfortably as could be expected. Mrs. Calkins was leaving her home to go to Ralph Pennock’s family during their illness when the accident happened. — (North Castleton) There was no P.T.A. at Shores School Friday evening as was planned, because of the bad condition of the weather and roads. — (Dayton Comers) Some from this community were at the Chance P.T.A. Thursday evening and their entertain­ ment was fine. They were for­ tunate in securing Mr. Vane Wotring and his chalk talk. — (Southwest Sunfield) Perry Barnum and family are enjoying a new telephone, line 55, two long, one short ring. — (South Maple Grove) The Herbert Wrights have had their phone taken out. — (Striker District) The an­ nual meeting of North Baltimore Telephone Co. was held at the Howard Springer home Saturday evening, followed by an oyster supper. Only a few were out because of sickness and bad roads, but those present enjoyed a very pleasant evening. $1,198 annually saved by use of electric pumps Consideration of a proposal made by Consumers Power Company in which the village would electrify the pumping ofwater in the village took up the major portion of Monday evening’s council meeting. E. L. Appelman, local representative of Consumers, appeared before the council with a request that their pro­ posal be given consideration. An estimated savings of at least $1,198 per year over the cost of operation under the present system is promised in figures presented by the Con­ sumers engineers. While not interested in sale and installa­ tion of equipment to electrify the present or new system, the company submitted figures that listed cost of these items and of electrical energy for operation against the method of steam pumping used now... An initial investment of ap­ proximately $5,000 would be necessary to give Nashville a modem pumping system, new wells for a pure water supply, and housing facilities that would eliminate an attendant, in the opinion of the councilmen... The proposal to drill new wells and electrify them will receive consideration from Nashville’s council, as indicated when, on vote of the council members, the matter was referred to the Water Works Committee with in­ structions to investigate fur­ ther the possibilities of such installation, cost, etc. It is expected a report will be available at the next coun­ cil meeting. This committee has already made visits to nearby towns where the water supply has been electrified, and at the meeting Monday, reported that wherever the modem system was in use, satisfactory results were ob­ tained. These visits included Leslie and Lake Odessa. Expressing his personal opi­ nion with regard to the matter, President (Menno) Wenger Monday evening stated there was no doubt in his mind but that the proposed new system would be the proper thing to install and that a pure water supply would be necessary by spring. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 22. 1991 — Page 5 Restored opera house to holds first stage production p fear'd d '■Wad ' ikntif ksiWito ’WiKtSisij' Itsggg; Wl'tdtfi-Jia"n Wfefty aim. lit m liifc "RW slisitt iDm tai ttf®, ftilfe Mfeksi MtpHtad tainiMi , iMud«F gpmipriW AlHUUllRSBUt lissMij ilk) late al of it#*■, Smi S th]®Slf- iiW stop! ktij Suh'**’’ I CiBs ns^'y by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Vermontville’s newlyrestored opera house last Thursday had its first profes­ sional production in many years. Pritchard Productions Inc., based in Marshall, staged an original Hans Christian Andersen presentation for two appreciative audiences of Maplewood Elementary students. Robert Buehler of Milwaukee and Maria Suarez of Kalamazoo comprised the two-member cast in the show, written by two other Pritchard staff members. The lively performance by Buehler and Suarez kept the audience of youngsters en­ thralled. Several of the children were selected in ad­ vance to take part in certain portions of the play. Robert Buehler, as a poor but creative Hans Christian Andersen, covorts with A musical director and children playing the role of chickens in Thursday's play. stage manager rounded out the with a tour of “Fractured However, one of the up­ Pritchard crew Thursday, their career takes them,” add­ Mother Goose,” which he though several other staff ed Gibson. coming shows they are look­ had written. He is now work­ members were on hand for the ing forward to doing is not an Both Buehler and Suarez ing on another children’s play original. The company will show. recently appeared in a based on Michigan history Richard Gibson, children’s Christmas musical that was and slated to go into produc­ pay royalties to present “Driving Miss Daisy,” which theater director, who also staged for several weeks at tion in March. opens Feb. 20 at Cornwell’s works in the company’s Cornwell’s Turkeyville dinner “Basically, we have dinner theater. murder mystery division, said theater, near Marshall. The something going all the Among other popular there sometimes are as many two enjoyed their work there time,” noted Gibson. Michigan tourist sites where as 30 players on staff. and were asked to stay on to He said most of the shows the company has regularly Typically, young actors join the Children’s Theatre are written by staff members. performed is in the Opera recruited from across the productions currently touring “We have a lot of creative House at Crossroads Village country are under contract Michigan. people (in Pritchard Produc­ near Flint. with Pritchard Productions for Gibson said Pritchard’s tions),” commented Gibson. six months to a year, then Children’s Theatre division “We enjoy doing original “they move on to wherever was launched last summer work;” Dr. Michael Callton elected head of Nashville Friends of the Library J-Ad Graphics News Service Dr. Michael Callton was elected new president of the Friends of Putnam Public Library at a meeting Jan. 14 at the library. Also chosen to serve as of­ ficers were Barbara Sand­ brook and Kenneth Meade Sr. The duties of vice president and secretary-treasurer will be handled by the two. By-laws of the organization provide for the governing board to decide which positions will be assigned to elected officals. Mary Hay, who stepped down as president, had served as an officer of the organiza­ tion for the past 11 years. The Nashville FOL was formed 12 years ago. Hay said earlier that she no longer had time to take responsibility for a leadership role, and through a recent Maple Valley News story had sought com­ munity support to keep the organization active. “We want to thank all that volunteered (in response to that article),” said Hay. “Their interest is appreciated, and they will be called on to help.” New projects were discuss- 224 Main. Nashville Come in and Get a New Style for a New Year 1 <J"ry EX TW SYLVIA HOEVE Open Tuas, thru Frt. ee® li®d1! lid! a® NOTICE NO PARKING on Village Streets sM BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 2 A.M. and 5 A.M. it I” w * wk Any person in violation of village ordinance 1A is subject to a traffic violation and vehicle will be towed away at owner’s expense. Vermontville Village Council !*■ STANTON'S MlUCTIOh€€RS G RChLTORSB^ (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH MNH STREET UERMOtfTMIUC. MICHIC/ir! 49096 HASHMiiLc (517) 852-1717 . ‘NEW LISTING! ‘NEW LISTING! ‘Great 4 bedroom ranch home located on ‘Super 3 bedroom home with 2 baths, 2 approx. 10 acres of land kitchens, family room, garage, large deck ‘Living room, family room, 32x28 garage ‘Located on 20 acres with pond ‘Nice country property! (CH-107) ‘Call to see now! (CH-106) JUST LISTED! ‘157 acres of vacant farm land ‘Land contract terms ‘Priced to sell! (1-96) ‘Year-round home at Thornapple Lake ‘Screened porch, newer seawall ‘Land contract terms (M-36) ‘Only $27,500 for this 3-4 bedroom home *1% baths, appliances included ‘Land contract terms! (V-53) Styles-R-Us WALK-INS WELCOME I*® ed at Monday’s meeting, and more details on these will be forthcoming. Nashville’s FOL has been very active in various projects and programs at the library. Some of their major ac­ complishments include taking charge of the annual Children’s Summer Story Hour sessions in July, con­ ducting a Christmas story Hour each December, holding fund-raising book and bake sales to benefit the library, carrying out yearly spring cleaning of the building, and purchasing various equipment and supplies to enhance library operation. The story of the King's fine suit of (invisible) clothing was one of the tales woven by a successful Hans Christian Andersen, played by Robert Buehler. With him is Maria Suarez, who handled several roles in the musical production. Adult Education classes begin soon Second semester adult education classes begin again on Jan. 28 at the Maple Valley Adult Learning Center. The learning center is located at 204 N. Main St. in Nashville, just south of the village offices and is open from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. All classes required for a high school diploma and many others are offered. Students may take a class any time dur­ ing the above hours. Classes are three and one halfhours in length and students work at their own pace. Those interested in enroll­ ing may call the learning center at 852-1630, or stop in. Second semester evening classes begin on Monday, Feb. 4, at the junior-senior high school. Call the Maple Valley Community Education office at 852-9275 for more information on any of the above classes. ‘Three bedroom, two story home that has been remodeled ‘Barn and outbuildings ‘Approx. 1 'A - 2 acres (CH-105) *1985 mobile home on two lots ‘Three bedrooms, 2 full baths ‘Garage ‘Priced at only $22,500! (N-76) UPCOMING REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16................... ................................Attractive ranch home located near Dimondale. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 - 9 parcels of real estate to be sold in Clare — farmland, recreational land, homes. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27.................................................. 199% acre farm located south of Eaton Rapids. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28 - 6 parcels to be sold in Standish — lake property, farmland, recreational land, homes. FRIDAY, MARCH 8 - One home and two duplexes located in Lansing. Watch for future ads and call for flyers on these properties! Watch for future ads and call for flyers on these properties! THINKING OF SELLING AT AUCTION OR LISTING CONVENTIONALLY? PLEASE CALL US SO YOUR PROPERTY CAN BE MARKETED PROPERLY IN 1991! Joe* Marge Andrews-8524)712 Bob Gardner-726-0331 Chris Stanton-543-0598 Kathleen J. Swan-(Lansing) 323-9536 Cindy Doolittle • 726-0605 Kithy HAmbsrger 852-2280 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Volley News. Nashville, Tuesday, January 22, 1991 — Page 6 Situation 'OK* in Riyadh for Nashville teacher and wife by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Former Nashville resident Bruce McMillen and his wife, Emily, teachers at the Interna­ tional School at Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, reported in a phone call to Michigan relatives last week that they were OK. “Emily called her parents (in Allen Park) right after the first (Allied) attack was laun­ ched,” said Bruce’s sister, Pat Semrau of Nashville. “They saw the planes taking off from Riyadh.” Bruce, a 1968 Maple Valley High School graduate, and his wife are in their fifth year as teachers in the K-9 school for English-speaking children of foreign workers and military personnel stationed in Saudi Arabia. Bruce teaches English and speech, while Emily is a physical education teacher and assistant athletic director. About half their students are American or British, with the balance being comprised of Orientals and other na­ tionalities. There are no Saudi students in the school. In a Christmas letter to his parents, Alice and Keith McMillen ofNashville, Bruce said that enrollment at the school is down 22 percent, due to the situation in die Mid­ dle East. Several of the civilian families whose children had attended the school have returned to their native countries. The McMillens spent last summer at their home in Glory "Boys" gospel singers to appear at Peace United Methodist Southern gospel music will accompany the regular worship services on Sunday, Jan. 27 at Peace United Methodist Church. The Glory "Boys,” gospel singing group from Delton, will be sharing their gifts of music with the congregation and friends at the Barryville Church. The group will sing during the 9:30 a.m. service and will present a one-hour concert at the 6:30 p.m. ser­ vice. They have been singing together for more than four years and their purpose is to praise the Lord and uplift and encourage all believers. The group performed for some time without a name and then a member of their home church, Faith United HAPPY VALENTINE’S Give a Gift Certificate ... to your favorite person. CALL JAN OR JODI AT ... The Village Hair Port 726-0257 470 E. Main St., Vermontville • HOURS: 8:30 to 4:30 Mon.-Sat. some evenings by appt. Methodist in Delton, sug­ gested that the glory they are giving to God should be part of their name. Ken Brown, Tom Hughes, Randy VanderKlay, Paul Hughes and Patti Cline make up the group. A freewill offering will be accepted at the 6:30 evening service to support the min­ istry of the Glory "Boys." "While January 27 is known to many people as ’Super Sunday,* it will be considered ’Powerful Praise Day’ at Peace Church,” said Pastor James C. Noggle. Everyone is invited to come and share this day of praise together. Following the 6:30 concert, there will be a time of fellowship and an opportunity to greet the singers in the church's fel­ lowship room. Peace united Methodist Church is located on M-79 (Scott Road), 3 1/2 miles west of Nashville at the comer ofBarryville Road. For more information, call the parish office at 852­ 1993. Maple Valley Community Education ENRICHMENT CLASSES CLASS TIME FEE DATE WKSPLACE INST. MONDAY - Office Update* Intro, to the IBM/PC Computer Class for Kids 3rd to 8th Grade STEP/Teen Accounting* Typing Big Dollars for Your Arts & Crafts Floor Hockey • 4th to 6th Grade 6-10 p.m. $30.00 7-9 p.m. $18.00 Feb. 4 Feb. 4 8 6 MVHS MVHS Wolff Steinbrecher 3-4 p.m. 7-9 p.m. 6-10 p.m. 6-10 p.m. $13.50 no charge $30.00 $30.00 Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. 4 11 4 4 6 6 8 8 MVHS MVHS MVHS MVHS Hunt Hager Wolff Wolff 7-9 p.m. $12.00 Feb. 4 4 MVHS Marshall 3-4 p.m. no charge Jan. 28 1 MaplewoodHustwick TUESDAY Exercise 8-9 p.m. $2.00 per session Jr. Karate 6-7 p.m. $12.00 Open Karate 6-8 p.m. $20.00 Welding & Machine Shop 6-10 p.m. $30.00 Computer Science* 6- 10 p.m. $30.00 Social Dancing 7-9 p.m. $15.00 per person MaplewoodGurd Jan. 22 Jan. 22 Feb. 5 Feb. 5 Feb. 5 8 8 8 8 8 MaplewoodOSKA MaplewoodOSKA MVHS Kipp MVHS Hunt Fuller St. Meyer THURSDAY Exercise 7-8 p.m. Woodworking* Beg. & Adv. Word Processing Gymnastics Adv. Gymnastics $2.00 per session 6-10 p.m. $30.00 Feb. 7 8 MVHS Schneiderhan 6-10 p.m. $30.00 3-4 p.m. $40.00 3-4 p.m. $40.00 8 8 8 MVHS Fuller St. Fuller St. Christie Thompson Thompson Kellogg Hustwick Feb. 7 Feb. 7 Feb. 7 MaplewoodGurd 'Indicates there will be an extra charge for materials. SATURDAY Floor Hockey 4th to 6th Grades 2-5 p.m. $5.00 Feb. 9 For Further Information orto Enroll, can... 852-9275 Divide, Colo., and visited Michigan relatives, but returned to Riyadh Aug. 15. In his Dec. 10 letter, Bruce said that things in Riyadh were much better than Americans had been led to believe from reports that they had been “bombarded” by the media. Their school open­ ed a week late to allow time to assure parents and staff that the situation there was safe. He said “the biggest problems arise from rumors.” According to Semrau, Bruce told his family the In­ ternational School has a good evacuation plan that is con­ stantly being updated. The McMillens live in quarters on the school compound, which includes the school itself, plus housing for personnel and other facilities, including a well-equipped gymnasium, swimming pool, etc. The school normally has a staff of about 80 teachers and an enrollment of some 2,000 students. Nashville family honored by sheep breeder's group John and Lucy Mater and their family ofrural Nashville were honored by 250 Michigan Sheep Breeders Association members during the annual Shepherds Weekend at the Radison Hotel in Lansing, Jan. 11 and 12. The Maters received the Master Purebred Sheep Pro­ ducer award in recognition of their 44 years of producing quality purebred sheep and promoting the Michigan sheep industry^ They display their sheep at numerous Michigan county fairs, the Michigan State Fair and other national shows. In addition to receiving the Master Producer award, their names have been added to a permanent plaque on display in Anthony Hall at Michigan State University. Zeilengers Wool Co. and Frankenmuth Woolen Mill of Frankenmuth, Mich, and Midstates Wool Growers of Columbus, Ohio, also honored the Maters. Gordon and Bonnie Oswalt of Vicksburg received the Master Commercial Sheep Producer award and Harold Render ofMichigan Livestock Exchange received the service award for his many years of support to the Michigan sheep and lamb industry. Girl Scout cookie sales starting in Vermontville Vermontville Girl Scouts will be taking orders for cookies from now until Feb. 3. The cookies will be delivered and money collected from March 4 through March 18. The price is $2.50 a box. The cookie sale is the single largest source ofincome to the Girl Scout Council and in­ dividual troops. Troops earn 30 cents per box to be used for the troop program and field trips and individual girls can earn prizes. AU varieties freeze well and purchases are income tax deductable. Those who would like to order cookies but don’t know any Girl Scouts or leaders in Vermontville may call Cookie Manager Dawn Balcom at 726-0052. At the end of September, staff residents at the school were hosts to 80 men and women from the Allied forces stationed nearby. The visitors spent an enjoyable evening with individual families in the compound. The McMillens spent their Christmas vacation in the Philippines, then went on to Hong Kong before returning to Saudi Arabia for the resumption of classes Jan. 5. In March, the pair expect to attend a teachers’ conference in Cairo, Egypt. This summer they plan on spending some time in Spain, where Bruce will pursue studies for a master’s degree in overseas teaching and administration. Semrau said her brother’s handwritten message on their Christmas card spelled out his feelings about the Middle East crisis: “Hopefully, people stateside can empathize with the Kuwaiti people and what they are going through. There are tens of thousands here in Riyadh, just hanging on, hop­ ing to return to their own country and homes. The Saudis are being most gracious and putting them up in decent housing and pro­ viding for their needs. We are sure most Americans can’t begin to understand what these countries are going through without being here. Most of us here hope that American public support for what Bush is trying to do doesn’t diminish.” Riyadh, headquarters for the Allied military command, is about 400 miles south of Kuwait. School Lunch Menus Jr .-Sr. High School Wednesday, Jan. 23 ♦Salad/crackers , *Nachos/ground beef, peas, applesauce. Thursday, Jan. 24 *Salad, *Stew/biscuit, ♦Tuna sandwich, pickles, peaches, salad bar. Friday, Jan. 25 *Salad, *Burritos, sauce/cheese, sweet potatoes, pears, bread and butter. Monday, Jan. 28 ♦Salad, *Taco’s, lettuce and cheese, com, applesauce, bread and butter. Tuesday, Jan. 29 ♦Salad, *Lasagna, *Com Dog, peas, fruit juice, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Wednesday, Jan. 23 Taco’s w/lettuce and cheese, green beans, peanut butter sandwich, apples. Thursday, Jan. 24 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, bread and butter, peas, peaches. Friday, Jan. 25 Hot dogs, potato chips, com, fruit, birthday cake. Monday, Jan. 28 Fiesta Stix w/cheese, vegetable, bread and butter, pears. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Chili, crackers, peanut but­ ter sandwich, carrot and celery sticks, orange slices. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Fuller St. School Wednesday, Jan. 23 Tacos/chips, lettuce/cheese, applesauce, jelly sandwich. Thursday, Jan. 18 Fish nuggets/sauce, com, fruit jello, butter sandwich. Friday, Jan. 25 Pizza, green beans, pear, pudding. Monday, Jan. 28 Pancakes/syrup, sausage links, grapes, applesauce. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Vegetable beef soup, crackers, pickle spears, pineapple, tuna sandwich. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. CltSl-MT s 50 % off Men’s Merchandise GREAT SAVINGS! Jeans • Sweaters • Golf Shirts Dresses • Pants • Underwear and More • While Supplies Last �The Maple Valley News X.. > JJ>Sj >S.. SSS&S&jsS>> S«« SW SX « WX LhkS VXLi “till "tlj Nashville Boy Scouts from Troop No. 176 were suc­ cessful in capturing first place at the Land-O- Lakes District Klondike Derby for the fourth year in a row. They also secured the third place slot. The derby was held on Saturday, Jan. 12, near Cloverdale as a district event, six troops from throughout the Barry County area par­ ticipated, sponsoring a total of nine patrols, two of which were from Troop No. 176. A Klondike Derby involves having a patrol, as a group, solve a variety of problems presented to them. Each patrol is then judged on leadership, co-operation, scout spirit, and the actual solution of the problem. The problems this year were in the areas of first aid, map and compass, work, observation, silent signaling, fire building, and patrol co­ operation. The patrol obtaining the highest number of points is declared the winner. The Nashville scouts gathered enough points to ob­ tain both first and third place. Certificates were given to patrols receiving the highest number of points in each pro­ blem solving area. Six cer­ tificates were received by Troop No. 176, which was the most awarded to any troop. After completing the Klon­ dike, the scouts camped out to complete the requirements for a Polar Bear campout. It is traditional for Troop 176 to construct its own primitive shelter for the night, con­ sisting of straw, black plastic, and poles lashed together. Those participating in the Two win special honors at annual Boy Scout banquet r?* *$ $ 'M, n^*? lS ft*4' jiniloi, W. Hikifiijj! Utt. 18 *k,kj W4*i The Boy Scouts Order of the Arrow held their annual winter banquet at the Mid­ dleville Inn Jan. 5. There were 119 people who attended. This year, David Kuempel of Nashville and Chad Farlee of Woodland were honored at the banquet. They both received the Roger B. Chaffee Arrowman of the Year award. They were nominated and elected by both adult and I Maple Valley Athletic Boosters ns Pitm BINGO !k»H MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA | THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. -- - - - - -r - - -- - - — - - - - -- - -- Do o r s O po n 5 :3 0 • E arly B ir d s 8 :0 0 ««* toil! tflnnstA hipikiB 1 lit it inUi Hr>l Ktl hialsijn;. k itW —on« Nashville Boy Scout Troop No. 176 wins Klondike Derby race lS l N SK *» *«k 11>W «>tf\£ W 1X>k vW»b S? M X*1 w Nashville. Tuesday January 22 Im 21 Vtjtlft W re tote ni cnta, pli p ns, patt ^.bum flits. Ktai« ill Aharttiam1 : miH ctoice ol W*' od tar. taki^' iwliW31 Area birth announced GIRL, Robert J. Smith and Kelly Jo Smith of Vermont­ ville announce the birth of their daughter SaraJane Elizabeth, on January 4, 1991, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. She weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces. Grand­ parents are Rosemary Smith of Perry and Bill and Char­ mane Bridges of Palestine, Texas. Great-grandmother is Lucile Halsey of Charlotte. SaraJane joins a brother, Tony Avitable. Robert J. Smith is 5th grade teacher at Maplewood. Troop 176 members are (kneeling from left) Scott Rooks, Matt Knoll, Sam Javor, Brad Smock, Chris Baker, (standing from left) Josh Cerny, Matt Mace, Andy Swartz, Ben Mudry, Rudy Othmer, Chris Mudry, Jason Harrmon, and Willie Rooks. youth scouts. Extension offers bulletin on One adult and one yyouth receive the award each year financing college education for serving the scouting move­ ment “above and beyond” The Eaton Cooperative Ex­ universities and $10,000 ।or their usual duties. tension Service has a publica­ more at private institutions. Farlee, assistant scout- tion, “Financing A College To receive a copy of this master for Troop No. 178 in Education—Finding Help,” publication through the mail, Hastings, is on the O.A. ex- NCR-284. The publication in­ send a check for $1 to cover ecutive board, and chapter troduces some sources of postage and bulletin fee, chief of the local Order of the financial aid that are available payable to the Cooperative Arrow. He is also a to students and some places to Extension Service, and mail to Brotherhood member of the go for further information. 126 N. Bostwick St., O.A. A college education is a ma­ Charlotte, 48813, or stop by Kuempel is district commis­ jor investment. As college tui­ the office and pick up a copy. sioner and advisor for the tion rates climb faster than in­ The bulletin charge is 45 local O.A. chapter. He is a comes, many families have cents. vigil member of the O.A. not been able to come up with There were also eight peo­ sufficient funds by the time ple given the “Honorary Ar­ their children approach col­ rowman of the Year.” Mike lege age. Kuempel ofNashville was one College costs for tuition, of the people honored. room, board, fees and other expenses may be as much as $5,000 or $6,000 per year at four-year public colleges and Auto • Farm • Home Commercial and Life miJ event were Chris Baker, Josh Cerny, Jason Harmon, Sam Javor, Matt Knoll, Matt Mace, Ben Mudry, Chris Mudry, Rudy Othmer, Scott Rooks, Willy Rooks, Andy Swartz, and Brad Smock. Adult leaders were Russ Cerny, Mike Javor and Dale Ossenheimer. TOBIAS-MASON Insurance Agency 109 N. Main, Nashville MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. 852*2005 Dick Tobias 4-H Dairy meeting planned for Jan. 23 The 4-H winter dairy meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Kardel Hall in Charlotte. All 4-H dairy members and leaders are urged to attend this important annual meeting. Business for this meeting will include election of officers, voting on the 1991 dairy fair judge, an awards committee will be named, the trophy donors list will be coor­ dinated, and upcoming dairy programs will be highlighted. r Tuck Pads Phone 945-9554 for M.V. News Classfied Action-Ads! JVe would like to introduce... TONI CAMBRIC ...to our staff. "The Mirrors image" "JLJJ6 wiuoi.2 iiwaa6tl Hair stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville BUYS TAMPAX COMPAK 3 OZ. 2“ PERCOGESIC VapoRub • • • • EPT Tablets 24’s Stick Test for Pregnancy J Cold Liquid or Cough Cold Liquid 4 oz. $d9w97 Dr. Michael Callton I FREE CONSULTATION & EXAMINATION II I I To determine your health problem • No Obligation Implied Must bring in this coupon to redeem offer I Most Insurances Accepted (including Medicare and Medicaid) 127 S. 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The awards are based on test year from Oct. 1, 1989, through Sept. 30, 1990, and are for value of product rather than weight produced. Awards include most herd average increase in the past year and in the past five years, high increase herd, milk quality award, high two-yearold cow, high three-year-old cow, high four-year-old cow, high cow and high lifetime cow. The guest speaker will be Dr. Herb Bucholtz of the Michigan State University Animal Science Department. He will talk about challenges for dairy fanners in 1991 and management ideas to maintain profitability and control costs. William C. Suntken ---- NASHVILLE - William C. Suntken, 88 of Nashville passed away Sunday, January 20, 1991 at Tendercare of Hastings. Mr. Suntken was bom on November6,1902inGunthrie, Illinois, the son of John and Antke Marie (Eilers) Suntken. He was married to Elisabeth Anna Hermine Kropp in 1936, and the couple then moved to Sunfield. 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The book also contains general sections on turtle and lizard biology and notes on caring for captive turtles and snakes. The authors em­ phasize, however, that the best way to study these animals is to observe them in the wild. “Michigan Turtles and Lizards, is a companion book to “Michigan Snakes,” published last year. Like the snakes book, it measures 5!6 by 814 inches and contains an easy-to-use identification key. “Michigan Turtles and Lizards” is available from the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service, 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte. The price is $8.95. homstowi LUMBER YARD 219 S. State., Nashville ® OK CREDIT • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • • • • WES Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 We will be closed Dec. 31st for Inventory SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES - SAVINGS care ofHastings two years ago. He was employed at John Henry Printing Company in Lansing, the Sunfield Sentinel and Nashville News as a line and type operator, and was secretary/treasurer for the Nashville Lakeview Cemetery. He was a former member of Sunfield United Methodist Church, and member ofNash­ ville United Methodist Church serving on many church boards and singing in the choir many years. Mr. Suntken is survived by his wife Elisabeth; three sons, Gary and his wife, Karen of Vermontville, Ivan ofCharlot­ te and David and his wife, Linda ofWoodland; 13 grand­ children; several great grand­ children; two brothers, Paul of Mulliken and Ed ofCharlotte; a sister, Marie Gessie of Lansing. He was preceded in death by two sons, Raymond in 1959 and Donald in 1962, also two brothers. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 23 at Nashville United Methodist Church with Reverend Ron Brooks officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville United Methodist Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home of Nashville. Donald Skedgell NASHVILLE Donald Skedgell, 67 of 2363 North Mason Road, Nashville, passed away Thursday, Janu­ ary 17,1991 at Bronson Hospi­ tal in Kalamazoo. Mr. Skedgell was bom on January 12, 1924 in Hastings, the son of George and Angeline (Bleam) Skedgell. He moved to Nashville in 1936 and graduated from Nashville High in 1942. He was married to Phyllis Jenkins on September 9, 1944 in Hastings. He farmed until 1954 and the next 35 years owned and operated Skedgell Well Drilling. He was a member and Past President of the Nashville Lions, Charter member of the Mulberry Fore Golf Course, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, refini shing furniture and meeting at the Nashville Coffee Shop with his many friends. Mr. Skedgell is survived by his wife, Phyllis; daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Dick Ewing ofVermontville; grand­ children, Glenn and Jackie Ewing, Matt and Lori Ewing and Beth Ewing; great­ granddaughter, Victoria Ann MULLIKEN - Nellie Fay Woodside, 88 of Mulliken passed away Monday, January 14,1991 in a Lansing Nursing Home. Mrs. Woodside was bom November 24,1902 in Berkley Springs, West Virginia, the daughter of Ira Appleton and Laura Susan (Clark) Thompson. She was married to John T. Woodside on May 14, 1923. She was employed with McCord Gasket Manufactur­ ing Company for 20 years. She moved to Mulliken in 1967 for retirement. She was recog­ nized by the Humane Society for her love of animals. Mrs. Woodside is survived by three grandchildren, Carol Ann Clark, David M. (Jessica) Bridges, all of Sunfield and Marijo E. Wakley ofPortland; great granddaughter, Carla Hiatt; great great granddaugh- ter, Sara Jeanne Hiatt. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Irene Niefert in 1979. Funeral services were held Thursday, January 17 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield with Reverend Kevin R. Cherry of the United Brethren Church officiating. Burial was at the Meadowbrook Cemetery, Mulliken. The honorary pallbearers were the grandsons, great grandsons and great great grandsons, David M. Bridges Jr., Kevin S. Bridges, Phillip L. Clark, Jr., Jason A. Clark, Taggart A. Wakley, Tyler A., Wakley, William J. Hiatt Sr., William J. Hiatt Jr., and Adam J. Hiatt. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Mildred (Millie) Irene (Martin) Greenman VERMONTVILLE Mildred (Millie) Irene (Martin) Greenman, 77 or Vermontville passed away Sunday, January 13, 1991. Mrs. Greenman was bom in Bellevue, the daughter of Ernest and Elsie (Reese) Ding-man. She was a cook at the Vermontville High School and a caterer at the Charlotte Masonic Temple for many years. She was a member of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Mrs. GreenAssociation. man is survived by a daughter, Marilyn (William) Hosey; a son, Merle (Marlene) Martin, all of Vermontville; two step daughters, Connie (Roger) Dilno, Becky (Bill) Ryder, all ofClimax; five grandsons; two step-granddaughters; seven great grandchildren; a brother, Harold Dingman of Bellevue. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Archie Martin in 1977 and Milbourne Greenman in 1990. Funeral services services were wereheld held Funeral Wednesday, January 16 at the Pray Funeral Home with Reverend Thomas Ball officiating. Burial was at Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Hospice, Vermontville Ambulance Squad or the Kalamazoo Valley Antique Gasoline Engine Club. Frances Beryl Smith _ NASHVILLE Frances Beryl Smith, 68 of Nashville passed away Saturday, January 12, 1991 in Florida. Mrs. Smith was bom in Ewing; brothers, Gerald Byron, the daughter ofCharles Skedgell of Hastings, George and Lillie Ida (Baker) Suggate. She is survived by her of Nashville; sister, Dorothy Corkins ofNashville and many husband, Arlington; daughter, Mrs. Richard (Arlene) Dillon nieces and nephews. Mr. Skedgell was preceded ofUnion Lake; a son, Artie D. in death by daughter, Kather- Smith of Barton City; step ine Jane Skedgell; ,brother, daughter, Arola Gallup of Hastings;Hastings; seven grandchildren; seven grandchildren; Wayne Skdll. Skedgell. Funeral services were held three great grandchildren; one ouda January auva 21,wat a Nashas- great great grandchild; four Monday; four ville United Methodist Church sisters, Mae (Clayton) Henspewith Reverend Ron Brooks ter ofPerry, Evelyn Lamrouex officiating. Burial was atLake- of East Highland, Eleanor Sisson of Lancaster, Ohio; a view Cemetery, Nashville. brother, Gale Lamrouex of Memorial contributions may be made to the Church Wycoff, Minnesota. Funeral services were held Building Fund or Nashville Wednesday, January 16 at the Lions Club. Arrangements were made Pray Funeral Home. Burial by the Maple Valley Chapel- was at the.Kalamo Cemetery. Memorial contributions Genther Funeral Home, may be made to the American Nashville. Heart Association. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 22, 1991 __Page 9 Lions fall to state-ranked Saginaw Nouvel Catholic 2 V Vu S BSJt Jason Hoefler takes it amongst the Panther's "trees". Nouvel's front line, which went 6-9, 6-9 and 6-5 dominated the Lions on the boards, outrebounding Maple Valley 44-30. — ire hktyit |WS Wi n sdtst'iEij WfalEr He .to 4 bapmaiifc tesnito 7“ tfoisina i'fi?.]®’"1’1 S* 4 ijrf Maple Valley's Scott Casteele drives to the hoop during Friday's 76-44 loss to Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central. Casteele was the only Lion in double figures with 17 points and also pulled down seven rebounds. If you’re a Maple Valley basketball fan, you were hop­ ing that Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central basketball players also on the football team forgot November’s state Class CC playoff game in which the Lions prevailed 14-0. As it turned out, the Pan­ thers refused to let bygones be bygones, as they dismantled Maple Valley 76-44 Friday night. Nouvel, which entered the game ranked a lofty third in the state Class C rankings, dominated the game after get­ ting its entire starting front­ court in foul trouble in the first half. The Lions connected on 17 of 24 free throws in the first half, when they were able to stay within 12 points, 41-29. The Panthers then went to an inpenetrable zone defense in the third quarter, when they outscored Maple Valley 18-6 to take a commanding 59-35 lead entering the fourth. “In the first half, we were able to get their big guys in foul trouble and get the ball inside,” Lions coach Jerry Reese said. “But in the se­ cond half, they cut off the in­ side with that big zone and we couldn’t hit our outside shots.” The Panthers’ starting line went 6-9, 6-9 and 6-5,-and once the Lions started miss­ ing. They weren’t able to get a lot of second chances, as Nouvel outrebounded the host team 44-30. Maple Valley, which shot six for 17 in the first half, suf­ fered through a four for 30 se- COBB Richard R. 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The Lions will take their 6-3 overall record into tonight’s game at Portland, which will be no easy task ac­ cording to Reese. “They have excellent shooters and they play in a tough league,” he said. Maple Valley Friday will be host to SMAA rival Bronson, who has just two league losses. ‘‘Rebounding strength will be the key,” Reese said. ‘‘Both teams like to press and run a lot, so whoever controls the boards should come out on top.” 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI' (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Multiple Listing HMS Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville JOAN & HOMER WINEOAR... Eves. 726-0223 DOC OVERHOLT.................................. 852-1740 SANDY LUNDQUIST.......................... 852-1543 HUBERT DENNIS................................. 726-0122 DON STEINBRECHER 852-1784 GARRY KNOLL............ 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(VL-359) 10 ACRES BUILDING LOTS Black­ top road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 22, 1991 — Page 10 "Walk through" held Sunday at historic Vermontville Opera House J-Ad Graphics News Service Vermontville’s newly restored Opera House was the star at a Sunday “walk through” open house. It was the first opportunity for many in the community to get a first-hand look at the wonders of restoration ac­ complished during the past year in the historic building. The work has been done with the help of a $25,000 grant from Michigan’s Department of Commerce and local government contribu­ tions and private and an organizational donations. Many community volunteers also have had an active hand in the work required to bring the 1898 community center Serving as host for Sunday's event at the Opera House were members of the Steering Committee (from left) Russ Laverty, Hildred Peabody and Don Mulvany. Committee member Sue Villanueva also was on hand, but was not present when the photo was taken. A formal dedication of the restored building is scheduled for April 7. NOTICE Vermontville Township Regular Board Meeting will be held at the Opera House January 31,1991 at 7:00 p.m. Janice Baker, Clerk Donkey Basketball and watch local Maple Valley Atheletes ride donkeys ... JANUARY 26th at 7:30 P.M. MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL £ Come back to its original state. Some work remains to be done. The stage and balcony floors are to be repainted; a storage area under the stage must be fronted; and a custom made set of solid oak doors is being handcrafted to replace the old doors on the front entryway. “We are done except for just a few odds and ends,” noted Russ Laverty, chairman of the Friends of the Opera House Steering Committee. The work already com-? pleted includes installing new drywall on the sidewalls and ceiling; stripping all interior woodwork and restaining it to its original maple color; rewiring the electrical system and adding period chandeliers and wall sconces plus stage lighting; sanding and refinishing the original wooden floor; and installing roofvents. The walls and ceil­ ing have been repainted in constrasting rosy hues, replicating the original color. “We found an old plaster chip and scraped it down to the original layer,” said Laverty. “We took it to a paint shop and had them mix a color as close as they could.” Laverty said that originally the ceiling was the same shade as the sidewalls, but the com­ mittee decided a slightly lighter shade would be prefer­ rable on the lofty ceiling. Hildred Peabody, secretary of the Friends Committee, said they were very pleased with the progress of the restoration project. “A lot has been done for the amount of money we had to spend,” she noted. “The people in this community have been very good benefactors.” The two other members of the Steering Committee, Don Mulvany and Sue Villanueva, also were present Sunday to Original plans of Vermontville’S historic opera house, discovered during the recent renovation project, were studied by some of those present at Sunday's event. The plans indicate that the initial proposal may have been for a structure nearly twice the size of the 1898 building. welcome visitors to the Opera House. A formal dedication of the building has been set for 1 p.m. Sunday, April 7. In the meantime, die committee has applied for a additional state grant to cover the cost of a new roof and furnace. As a sidelight Sunday, Laverty showed original drawings of the Opera House that were discovered about three months ago when a storage area below the stage was cleaned out. Interestingly, the plans in­ dicate that the community may have initially proposed a larger structure. In an eleva­ tion drawing, the front tower is flanked by two identical north and south wings, instead of the present single north wing. There is no date visible on the plans. Expert help is being sought to find a way to preserve the old drawings. Also discovered below the stage, said Laverty, were the 1898 Vermontville Township Tax rolls and other memorabilia, including an Lady Lion spikers drop pair of matches The Maple Valley volleyball team lost a pair of matches last week, dropping its overall record to 3-14. The Lady Lions emerged winless Saturday from a tough field at the annual Cereal City Classic in Battle Creek, posting an 0-8 overall record. Thursday Maple Valley lost to Bronson, the second-ranked team in the Class C poll, by a score of 15-3, 15-8. Sheryl Finkler led the Lady Lion servers with a pair of aces and finished with 100 percent serving efficiency, connecting on all eight of her attempts. Renee Rosen was the only Maple Valley player to record a kill. Tuesday the Lady Lions lost a non-league match against Bath, 15-11, 14-16, 15-3. Tammy Ashley led Maple Valley with nine kills, while teammate Lori Carpenter add­ ed three and she had a block. Finkler tallied three aces and three assists. Sara DeGroot also chipped in with three assists. Coach Carol Kraai added that Maple Valley also receiv­ ed outstanding defense from Dawn Hicks and Angela Madison. * ‘We may have to reorganize a little bit,” Kraai said. “We need to speed up our offense and we’re not moving real well defensively.” — Free Rides for Kids — Eight grade eagers Admission: The eighth grade basketball team defeated St. Philip 45-31. Ten players scored for Maple Valley, led by Gabe Priddy with 12 points. Keith Carpenter and Cory Hamilton had six points each. Gabe Priddy led the re­ bounders with 8. The Lions travel to Portland St. Patrick’s next Monday. s500 at the door s400 in advance Under 6 FREE Sponsored by ... MjEXT vE “ SwV MAPLE VALLEY VARSITY CLUB Proceeds go to the ... KIDS’ SCHOLARSHIP FUND Wr advertisement for a traveling show by the Edison electric light movie company. Over the years Vermont­ ville’s Opera House has been the scene not only of stage productions, but also of elec­ tions, official meetings, high school graduations, roller skating parties, movies and many other activities. The building is on the registry of Michigan Historic Sites. Its restoration will pro- vide Vermontville with a much-needed community center, as well as preserve an historic landmark. The next scheduled event at the Opera House is the Feb. 8 appearance of Gerald Bestrom, an Abraham Lincoln impersonator from Mid­ dleville. The afternoon show is being stage for students of Maplewood Elemetary School, said Peabody, but the public is welcome to attend. Maple Valley High School WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, JANUARY 22 • Fresh., J.V. & Var. Boys Basketball, away, Portland, 4:30 p.m. • Wrestling, away, Bronson, 6:30 p.m. THURSDAY, JANUARY 24 • J.V. & Var. Volleyball, Away, Pennfield, 6:30 p.m. • Wrestling, Home, Pennfield, 6:30 p.m. FRIDAY, JANUARY 25 Fresh., J.V., Var., Boys Basketball, Home, Bronson, 4:30 p.m. SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 • Donkey Basketball, High School Gym, 7:30 p.m. MONDAY, JANUARY 28 • Volleyball, Home, Union City, 6:00 p.m. • Jr. Hi. Boys Basketball, Away, Portland, St. Pat’s, 6:00 p.m. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment D&L TELEPHONE SERVICE Residential and busi­ ness, wiring and installation, single and multi line. Licensed and Insured. 945-9672. 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On Jan. 15 the Lions travel­ ed to Olivet looking for their second win of the season. The Lions jumped out to an early lead, 15-8 after one, but let up in the second quarter and went into the half tied 26-26. In the second half, using his inside game, Mike Trowbridge scored 12 of his 14 points to help outscore the Eagles 39-32 to seal a 64-58 win. Trowbridge also added 16 rebounds. Bryan Carpenter chipped in 10 points for the Lions. On Jan. 8 the JV’s traveled to arch rival Pennfield, losing 65-43. The Lions never got started in this one trailing 21-7 after one, and 31-13 at the half. Scott English led the Lions with 10 points, while Bryan Carpenter and Joel Butler add­ ed 8 points each. On Jan. 4 the Springport Spartans came to town and •fcSBtffa n ■i >1 k*W Harry Ray Leiter The Eaton County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public’s help p p in attempting pg to locate a Charlotte man reported missing by his wife Jan. 7. Maple Valley girls are now 6-1 in league play, sharing first place in the girls junior pro league.. The girls are playing in the 11-team Capital Area Youth Sportsclub for ages 12 and 13. The league consists of the following teams: Eaton Rapids, Marshall, Holt, Webberville, Olivet, three Lansing area teams, and two teams Harry Ray Leiter was last seen in Charlotte on Sunday, Jan. 6, about 10:30 a.m. He made a telephone call to a relative about noon Sunday and said he would be over in about 30 minutes. He never showed up. Leiter is described as a white male, age 26 with light brown hair, blues eyes, mustache and thick sidebums. He was last seen wearing a red flannel insulated shirt over a blue flannel shirt, blue jeans and boots. He was driving a 1982 Datsun two-door, blue in color, with partial registration plate of “BDD”. The plate was not registered to the car nor is i the vehicle registered to Leiter. Anyone who has seen Leiter or has any information concerning his whereabouts is asked to contact the Eauon County y Sheriff’s Department p at (517) 543-3512, extension 373 or (517) 372-8217, extension 373. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: Jan. 21 - Lakewood Adult Ag Class — Pesticide Certification Training and Test Study, 7:30-10 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. Jan. 28 - Lakewood Adult Ag Class — Pesticide Certification Exam, MDA Test given, 7:30 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. Jan. 28 - County 4-H Rabbit Community Service Activity, Ex­ po Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. Feb. 4 - MAEH Council, Executive Board, 1:30 p.m., Full Council, 2 p.m.; at the Extension Office, in Hastings. Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations / DELIVERED TO 19,000 HOMES ALL OVER BARRY COUNTY PHOTO WANT ADS Maple Valley girls now 6-1 in league action Charlotte man reported missing by Sheriff Dept . ■H won a close one over the Lions 47-42. Springport jumped out to an early lead, 104 after one, but the Lions closed it to three at the half 19-16. In the second half Maple Valley was outscored 28-26. Greg Gam led the Lions with 13 points. Scott English and Mike Trowbridge added 8 each. MORE Call 945-9554 from Troy. Last Saturday M.V. hosted Lansing, winning easy 75-2. Sunday they traveled to Olivet to play Troy, winning 40-23 in a very physical contest. The team is sponsored by Carl’s Supermarket and consists of the following players: Tracy Hickey, Nichole Kirwin, Jody Hickey, Nichole Reed Holly Taylor, Taylor Joy Reed, Stine, Sara Leep, Andrea Hubka, Robin Hale, Jody Mazurek, Meagan McLaulin, and Dana Hasselback. The girls will travel to Eaton Rapids on Jan. 26, hosting Webberville at Kellogg on Feb. 2 at 2:45 p.m. and travel to Marshall on Feb. 9 to conclude the regular season. On Feb. 16 they will play in a two game elimination tournament at Marshall. M.V. graduate is Sell your items visually in our classifieds. NOW listed in ‘Who’s Who’ ‘91 edition Andrew James Finkler, son of David and Claudia Finkler of Nashville, was one of 13 Olivet College students selected for the 1991 edition of “Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges.’’ A senior, majoring in psychology and sociology and Spanish, Finkler graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1987. He is a member of the Kappa Sigma Alpha-fraternity. Students included in “Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges” are selected on the basis of their academic achievements, service to local communities, leadership in extra-curricular activities and potential for continued success. In the ServiceDaniei L. Hammond Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Daniel L. Hammond, son of Geraldine G. Ham­ mond of 100 Lentz St., Nashville, is currently deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Desert Shield while serving aboard the aircraft carrier USS Saratoga, homeported in Mayport, Fla. Operation Desert Shield is the largest deployment of U.S. military forces since Vietnam. The operation is in response to Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait and threat to Saudi Arabia. A 1974 graduate of Maple Valley High School, he joined the Navy in June 1974. ONLY ... I SPECIAL this week, FREE PHOTO! Let prospective buyers see what you have to sell! You’ll save time on needless phone inquiries. You’ll get faster results and all for one low price when you place a photo want ad. One item per ad. More than one item can be listed only if they are related, such as: car and trailer. All ads must be paid for in advance. Sell your... 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) . a localpaper oftoday! The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Vol, 119 - No. 27 — Tuesday, January 29. 1991 Nashville adopts simplified system for special use permits by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Nashville Harvest Festival organizers now will face a less complicated and costly pro­ cedure to gain village ap­ proval for the annual celebration. In fact, any person. organization or group wishing to use village property or right-of-way for similar events will benefit from action taken Thursday by the Nashville council. Temporary use permits now can be issued by the village clerk and they will cost only $10. Before the council took steps last October to amend parts ofNashville’s zoning or­ dinance covering such mat­ ters, regulation of temporary outdoor events such as the Harvest Festival was in the hands ofthe Nashville Zoning Maple Valley Varsity Club holds annual donkey basketball game by Teresa J. Frith The shooter clutched the basketball and prepared to sink a basket. It appeared to be an easy shot — until his donkey decided to stop short of the basket and start bucking. Down went a Maple Valley varsity member and away ran his not-so faithful steed. Scenes like that one were common as Maple Varsity Club members held their an­ nual Donkey Basketball game Saturday night at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. Four co-ed teams made up of six players each par- ticipated in the game. "The object of the game is to have fun without in­ juries, "explained Rick Siegel of the Buckey Donkeyball Company in Westerville, Ohio. Siegel’s company sup­ plies donkeys for these games in 33 states and seems proud of his animals. “These donkeys are specially trained,” said Siegel. “Some will buck, some run fast or refuse to move at all. Others will duck, lay down, roll over or other such tricks. Not everyone gets a nice calm ride.” While donkey basketball is hilarious to watch, it doesn’t come without rules. Players must wear helmets and the game is stopped ifanyone gets hurt. In order to make a basket, a player must be seated on his donkey. An un­ mounted player can pass the ball, however, as long as he has hold of his donkey. Besides that, most of what occurs is pure entertainment for both the crowd and the players. "It’s a lot of fun,’’ exclaim­ ed one Varsity Club member. “But it’s definitely a lot harder than it looks.” Board of Appeals. It required a lengthy process in which the applicant had to appear before the board and pay a $25 fee regardless of whether the ap­ plication was approved. Council action Thursday established a $10 fee to be paid only if the application is approved and rules for ap­ plicants were set down. If a single event includes more than one activity or loca­ tion (such as a festival), only a single application and permit are required. Besides the $10 fee, the council may require an appli­ cant to reimburse the village for extra expenses, such as ad­ ded police patrol or other costs associated with public safety or health. The village reserves the right to request an adequate security deposit from the applicant to cover such potential costs. The rules, drawn up by the council’s Ordinance Commit­ tee, comprised of Carol Jones Dwyer and Sue VanDerske, apply to any event to which admission is charged or at which items or services are sold. This would encompass such activities as festivals, bazaars, roadside market stands, Christmas tree sales, etc. According to the guidelines adopted by the council last week, in making a determina­ tion on approval ofan applica­ tion “the village may consider the overall benefit to the com­ munity of the proposed tem- porary use.” Potential noise levels, nuisances to residential areas, safety hazards, litter and en­ vironmental pollution are among the considerations that could have a bearing on final approval. The clerk can issue the temporary use permit only with the knowledge and con­ sent of all members of the Village Council. In another matter at Thurs­ day’s meeting, the council, by a 3-2 vote, approved a bid of $4,370 by Duane Hamilton Excavation of Nashville to dregde the Curtis Road drainage ditch that runs southwest to the Lake One drain. The ditch lies south of the See Special Use, page 2 See Donkey, on page 11 Patriotism alive and well at Fuller Street Elementary School J-Ad Graphics News Service Tammy Wilde’s thirdgraders at Fuller Street elementary in Nashville last week added exhibits of patriotism to the colorful displays that normally dress up the school hallways. The children constructed a large American flag using paper chains ofred, white and blue. A message above the flag pledges support for U. S. troops. That project took about two days, said Wilde. The children also made poster-paint hand flags. To the left hand of each child the teacher applied red and white paint on alternating fingers, dabbed a patch of blue on the palm, and added yellow on the thumb for a flagpole. When the youngsters imprinted their hands on a piece of paper, a waving flag appeared. Later, a foil star was added to the center of the patch of blue. Alongside the Stars and Stripes on each individual poster appeared the statement, “I’m proud to be an American because..." Blank spaces were left to allow the students to list various ways they would complete the sentence. The responses were many and varied. Included were ex­ pressions of thankfulness for American freedom and educa­ tion, for the ability to worship freely, for “natural things like food and water,” for “freedom to go where we want,” the right “to be treated equally,” as well as the “right to a trial.” One student was proud to be an American because it gave him the ability “to help men.” And several students expressed pride in being an American because it gave them a “right to be happy.” A spectacular American flag made of red, white and blue paper chains made a timely statement at Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville last week. The flag is the handiwork of Tammy Wilde's class of third-graders, three of whom are seen in the photo: (from left) Tanya Powers, Jacinda Elliston and Nathan Swift. Open house held for new superintendent Dr. Ozzie Parks, new superintendent of Maple Valley schools, visits with guests at a Jan. 21 get-acquainted open house to welcome him to the community. The event, sponsored by the Nashville and Maplewood Parent-Teacher organiza­ tions and the Maple Valley Board of Education, was held at the high school library. Mrs. Parks was still in Deckerville and unable to attend. The family will soon move to a home in Nashville. Eighth graders take part in science seminar A special group of eighth graders in Eaton County is spending Saturday mornings doing some interesting experiments. On Jan. 12, the eighth graders involved in “Super Science Saturday” ex­ perimented with such proper­ ties as gravity and cohesion, as they dropped things through columns of water and saw ink colors separate on a filter, as part of the presenta­ tion on physics. Instructors Larry Arbanis from DeWitt Middle School and Jane Repko from Lansing Community College guided the students through the activities. “These kids are sharp,” said Arbanis. “Their minds are working; they are very inquisitive.” The instructors offered sug­ gestions for experiments at home with everyday materials. “Super Science Saturday,” sponsored by the Capital Area Science and Math Center, consists of sessions in earth science, biology, chemistry and physics. The purpose of the program is to locate students who show high abili­ ty in science and to challenge and extend the scope of See Eighth graders, page 6 In This Issue... • Nashville PTO awards top sellers • Lions keep pace at Pennfield • Adult education classes to, begin • Cub Scouts show ‘genius’ �jju*<d«y. January 29, 1991 — Page 2 The Mopl <-•■>/■'•%. rtl P-*" w^*T2^M Egfrf-ScCi* •* Special use permit system adopted, old railroad bed on a 60-foot wide strip of land the village has owned since 1913, and it has now become so overgrown that it is useless, causing flooding of adjacent properties. Village President Ray Hin­ ckley said permission to dredge had been granted by the two property owners on whose land the ditch also lies. Dwyer said she felt the cost should not be borne totally by the village, but should be shared by property owners who would benefit from the dredging. She said she had checked with the office of the Barry County Drain Commis­ sion and understood that “typically 25 percent is paid by assessment to property owners who benefit.” Hinckley explained that the ditch is technically a village storm drain, designed to carry rain water away from Curtis Road as much as storm drains throughout the village carry street runoff to the Thomapple River. If the drainage ditch were properly maintained, he said, runoff from Curtis Road would be carried to Quaker Brook via the Lake One drain. “Personally I would like to see a policy where costs are apportioned,” said Dwyer. “It is fair that those property owners pay (if we are) drain­ ing properties that are not wetter because Curtis Road is there.” Hinckley maintained that runoff from Curtis Road is the main reason for flooding, and estimated that six individual property owners have been affected. “The primary purpose of this ditch is to drain a streets not individual properties,” Hinckley added, saying he felt the village is responsible for the cost of dredging it. Hamilton’s was the lowest of two bids received on the proposed project. Half of the cost will be paid by Michigan’s Act 51 funds and the balance by the village’s five-mill voted Major Street Fund. In other business Thursday, the council heard a report from Ted Spoelstra, village president pro tern, and a member of the Lakeview Cemetery Board, on the tight financial condition of the cemetery. “We’re just squeaking by now,” said Spoelstra, adding that a quarter-mill village tax may be necessary to support the cemetery operation. from frontpage Heaton said village residents already pay a quarter-mill cemetery tax to Castleton Township, but this goes to support only two small cemeteries in the township, not Lakeview Cemetery. “We pay for township cemetery upkeep,” noted Heaton. “Why don’t we get some of it back?” . Hinckley agreed that the village should be able to recoup some of the township cemetery tax paid by village residents to help maintain Lakeview Cemetery. Another matter discussed was a state-financed program that aims to establish hiking and biking trails along old abandonded rail corridors. Trustee Chip Smith reported on a conversation he had with a representative of the “Rails to Trails” Conservancy of Michigan, an organization spearheading the drive. He said die state Trust for Public Lands will supply money for the “Rails” pro­ gram to acquire old railroad corridors, and if a recreation plan is developed, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources will pay for improvements. The village would be responsible for maintaining the corridor Nashville Ambulance Annual BENEFIT DANCE through Nashville. Smith said the trail from Charlotte to Eaton Rapids already has been started. There is one in Ionia County 38 miles long, and another near Lake Huron that runs for 75 miles. The trails are open to non-motorized uses: bik­ ing, hiking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, etc. “The money is there to buy it and develop it, now,” com­ mented Smith. Heaton concurred: “If you don’t get a hold of it now, it’s not going to be there.” Council agreed that preser­ vation of the rail corridor through Nashville would be a worthwhile project. More in­ formation will be sought. M.V. graduates receive degrees at Olivet College Sat., Feb. 9*8 p.m.-l a.m. Nashville VFW Hall • 304 South State Street Music by... Davis Brothers to sing at church The Davis Brothers quartet from Battle Creek will appear in concert for "Sweetheart Sunday" at 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at Nashville Baptist Church. The public is invited. KYLE CHRISTOPHER Door Prizes / 50-50 Drawing Donations: s300 Single • $500 Couple Proceeds go to buy Glucometer. HOPE TO SEE YOU THIS YEAR Three Maple Valley High School graduates earned degrees at Olivet College Dec. 16. Jill D. Peake, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Peake of Nashville, earned a bachelor of arts with a major in social studies. Andrew James Finkler, son of Mr. and Mrs. David Finkler ofNashville, received a bachelor of arts degree, ma­ joring in psychology. Mark E. Martin, son ofMr. and Mrs. Merle Martin of Vermontville, earned a bachelor of arts in social studies. Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass ......... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ......6 p.m. Wednesday: AWANA.......... 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin .. 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship...... . 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Church Service 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG Adult Education evening classes begin locally Feb. 4 Second semester adult education classes began this week at the adult learning center in Nashville at 204 N. Main St. Evening classes begin Mon­ day, Feb. 4. There is still room in all the classes for more people. Tuesday evening, the com­ puter science class is held, as well as welding and machine shop. Pauline Hunt teaches the computer science class. Students may choose to work in several different areas: in­ troduction to computers, com­ puter literacy, Appleworks, and computerized recordkeeping. Bill Kipp teaches the welding class, which prepares individuals to use gases or M H - ^9 We would like to introduce... TONI CAMBRIC ... to our staff. 'The Mirrors Image" JLP6 wiuoi.2 iijjaa6„ Hair Stylist For Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville -i X Hi 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship......... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship .................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER X M M W ---- OFBARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (Va mi; East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE iHr —■M- MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe -i PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School- . 11:00 a.m. 9:45 a.m. .11 a.m. ..... 7 p.m. .... 7 p.m. 852-9192 Monday thru Saturday 9 a.m. to ? NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Sun. School ...... A.M. Service........' P.M. Service ...... Wed. Service...... welding processes and to braze and solder metal parts according to diagrams, blueprints, or written specifications. Students will also learn how to operate the new wirefeed welder. Woodworking, office up­ date, typing, accounting and the required classes necessary for a high school diploma are offered in the evening at the junior-senior high school. These classes are free to those without a high school diploma, as well as to graduates under 20 as of Sept. 1, 1990. Others may take the classes for a small fee. The Community Education Office will be open this week only from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call for further information, 852-9275. OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after. 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN Sunday School ...,10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The MoP*e Volley News. Nashville. Tuesday. January 29. 1991 — Page 3 Class on parenting teens to begin here Feb. 11 A class in parenting skills will be offered this winter through Maple Valley Com­ munity Education for parents of teenagers. Systematic Training for Ef­ fective Parenting/TEEN gives down-to earth and practical ways to meet the challenges of raising teenagers today. It is a six-session group discussion program that paves the way to improved parent­ teen relationships and more responsible teenage behavior in the home, school, and com­ munity. It also encourages teenage self-esteem and selfreliance. The program explores specific parenting skills and shows how they can be applied to the many challenges faced by teenagers and their Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. munity Education Hager comments, "Being the parent of a teenager in to- KS2-9275. day’s society can be extreme- ly difficult. One of the greatt values of STEP/Teen is shar­ challenges discussed involve peer pressure, education, c areer plans, sexuality, use of the car, drinking, drug use and many others.. The class will begin Tuesday, Feb. 11, and will be taught by Judy Hager, junior high counselor at the Maple There is no charge for the class. Book fee is optional. Training is provided by Region XIII SAPE/Eaton County Intermediate att no cost to participants. To register for the class, call the Maple Valley Com- t Penny Supper i ing these difficulties with others and finding out that you are not alone.” parents. Some typical office at Phone 945-9554 for M.V. News Classfied Action-Ads! February 2, 1991 V.F.W. POST 8260 - Nashville, Ml Serving 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Stuffed Pork Chops and Meat Balls EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK WE STAND OUT IN A CROWD BECAUSE ... • We are your local financial institution and we sincerely appreciate your business, M, taknirt fcrittd Mipft ta lit (d]WiiHn tihtemi p» ot W. • With our strong reserves and FDIC insurance you can be assured of the safety of your savings. THANK YOU FOR HELPING US GROW ‘30,000 1937 ‘3,728,655 >99,850,346 1957 1987 *122,540,147 1991 Eaton Federal FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office — Charlotte — 543-3880 Nashville —852-1830 Eaton Rapids — 663-1551 Olivet —749-2811 FDIC INSURED IQUM I0ISIK LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:00-4:30, Saturday 9:00-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... By Susan Hinckley Deja vu? Michigan budget cuts were in the news 60 years ago— Reports ofpolitical action at Lansing under leadership of a new governor filled several columns in The Nashville News 60 years ago today. Republican Wilber M. Brucker had taken over Michigan’s helm and faced a somewhat hostile legislature as he attempted to tighten the state’s purse strings. The first wave of the Great Depression had swept across the nation, and Michigan was beginning to feel the pinch. Six months later Nashville’s only bank would fail, tying up depositors’ funds and leaving the village without banking facilities for the next four years. A faltering economy was at the center ofmost state capitol items carried in The Nashville News of Jan. 29, 1931. This week in Lansing The real grind of the 56th session of the Michigan Legislature opened Monday evening when members of both houses reconvened at Lansing, after 10 days spent on junkets that have taken committee members into every section of the state. Though the session has been under way officially for near­ ly three weeks, little else from organization has been ac­ complished, and the legislators have returned to face almost the entire task of what will be a difficult ses- sion. Previous to this resump­ building expenditures drew tion of the active session, expressions from members some two dozen bills had been Tuesday, indicating his introduced in both houses recommendation will be sub­ combined, but with one or two jected to a thorough scranity exceptions they were ofminor and some opposition. While the principle of his importance. The real measures that will plea for reduced expenditures dispose of such questions as met with general approval, state finances, taxation and a there was a sharp difference host of others, are yet to be of opinion as to how far the drafted and then there are economy program may go plenty of hazards before they safely. have passed two houses. (Brucker asked that only The Hon. Len W. Feighner $2,179,500 be spent in 1932 (of Nashville), state represen­ instead of $5,929,500, as tative for Barry County, and previously outlined and the Mrs. Feighner, returned to 1933 program be reduced to Lansing Monday to be present $2,250,00, as against the for the reconvening of the previous program of state legislature. $6,040,500.) Governor Bracket's sup­ Members representing plemental message received districts in which affected in­ Monday night recommended stitutions are located might postponing 65 percent of the seek reallocation of the state building work scheduled Brucker schedule. Friends of for the next two years, advis­ the $23,000,000 program in­ ing two years more, and stituted by former Gov. Fred declaring economic status has W. Green (also a Republican) changed since the work was and the 1929 legislature in­ approved. This first special timated they would oppose message is due to meet op­ any downward revision. position from some solons. Whether Bracker’s propos­ (The new governor asked ed cuts would harm state for cuts or postponement of wards or retard the treatment programs slated for state ofpatients was debated. Some hospitals at Kalamazoo, members declared that Traverse City, Newberry, and because of depressed business Ypsilanti. Several colleges condition and unemployment, and training schools also were the state should not curtail ex­ to be affected by the proposed penditures at this time... cuts.) There was no expense to the Gov. Bracker’s (proposal) state for the recent inaugural for a drastic slowing of state ceremonies of Gov. Brucker, according to those in charge of the affair. The dinner for the governor and state officers financed the cost of the ceremonies, including the erection ofthe stand at the east entrance to the capitol. A balance of $250 is to be turned over to charity. The inaugural ball in the evening, sponsored by the United Veterans Council of Lansing, netted $600, and that also is to be given to charity. The Hon. Len W. Feighner of Nashville, state representative for Barry County, was on hand when the Michigan legislature reconvened for its 56th ses­ sion in January 1931. Some lawmakers opposed budget cuts proposed by the incoming governor, Wilber M. Brucker, a Republican who hoped to stem a tide of economic woes as the Great Depression swept the country. Best remembered as publisher of The Nashville News from 1888 to 1928, Feigh Feighner was a longtime champion of community improvement. Additional state news items — The first claim against the state for damages arising from a collision between an autombile and a deer was filed Tuesday with the ad­ ministrative board. Joseph Richard of Gay, Keweenaw County, asked $132.90 for damages to his car. He con­ tended the deer, which ran across the highway, was state property. His petition was referred to the claims committee. — A Hastings delegation urged the state administrative board to improve a trunkline route north from that city to intersect US-16 about 23 miles east of Grand Rapids. Kim Sigler, spokesman for the delegation, said Hastings is without a northern outlet. The proposed route, which is 16 miles long, has been designated as a federal aid highway, but the state has not yet made an improvement agreement with the federal government. The request was referred to the highway A Hastings delegation urged state officials in January 1931 to improve a trunkline north from that city to join US-16 east of Grand Rapids. As spokesman for the group, Hastings attorney Kim Sigler, who later would became governor, noted that Hastings was "without a northern outlet." The route would have commenced on Broadway, seen here as an unpaved street in a 1907 northward view. Monument at intersection of State Street is visible in the distance, right of center. committee. — During the last fiscal year, the state acquired 259,791 acres ofland, most of it in northern counties, because of tax delinquency, according to O. B. Fuller, auditor general. Since Fuller has been in office, about 1,500,000 acres of land have been taken over by the state. The prinicipal acreage ac­ quired last year was in Schoolcraft, Delta, Alger, Arenac, Newaygo, Ogemaw and Gogebic counties. — A capital punishment bill to provide death for anyone killing an officer while “in the line ofduty” has been drafted by Representative An­ drew H. Handy of Saginaw for possible introduction in the legislature. — A bill permitting two or more counties to consolidate, through a majority vote in each county affected, has been introduced. Senator Conlon submitted two joint resolu­ tions proposing constitutional amendments to provide for county home rale and for an­ nual session of the state legislature. — The Rev. R. W. McLain, prison chaplain at Jackson, says increased employment is a necessity for inmates and asks that the prison do the state printing. Speaker Ming recalled other legislative proposals of the same nature that have brought heavy opposition from organized labor. — A campaign to have the state acquire and operate the West Michigan Fair at Grand Rapids was launched by the manager of the exposition, who has a bill prepared to pre­ sent. He would have a director from each of 32 counties which the fair would serve. — Recent Washington dispatches stated that Senator and Mrs. Arthur H. Vandenberg, who had return­ ed to Washington after spen­ ding the holidays in their home at Grand Rapids, were to have the youthful governor of their state, Wilber M. Brucker, and Mrs. Brucker, as guests this week. Mrs. Vandenberg was to give a lun­ cheon for Mrs. Brucker, ask­ ing the wives of Michigan senators and representatives to meet her. Senator Vandenberg was chairman of the big Michigan State Society banquet Monday night at the Hay Adams House, with Gov. and Mrs. Brucker as guests of honor. The banquet celebrated the 94th anniversary of Michigan statehood and the governor was to deliver the principal address. Castleton Saturday, Jan. 31, Nashville News in Brief — A hundred or more at­ at 2:30 p.m. at the tended the Odd Fellows’ schoolhouse. — (Morgan) At what will dance Saturday night. Music was furnished by the probably be the last meeting Johnstown orchestra and the of the Morgan School Board supper by the Rebekahs, with at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. Etta Baker and Mrs. Ralph DeVine Saturday even­ Kellogg and Mrs. Briggs as ing, the business ofthe district was all settled to date. committee. — (North Kalamo) William — Lee Lamereaux ofBattle Creek, a former resident here, Southern Jr. is working for is reported very ill with ner­ Galen Cottrell, while the latter vous prostration. is on jury. — (Wamerville) Victor — Lucile Wilcox is enter­ Warner is quite ill with yellow taining the chicken pox. — Allen Feighner is jaundice... Betty Warner has the whooping cough. reported very ill at his home. — (Shores district) The — Edd Mix is confined to the house with asthma and Demaray brothers are cutting wood for Floyd Dillenbeck. heart trouble. — (West Vermontville) — C. L. Glasgow was a guest at the Lions Club lun­ Mrs. Jennie Bartlett of Wau­ seon, Ohio, an old schoolmate cheon at Hastings Monday. — About 40 attended the and friend of Mrs. Etta 500 party given by Laurel Chance, visited her last week Chapter, Order of the Eastern a few days. — (Martin Comers) Miss Star, Friday evening, the first of a series of the card parties Phoebe Oaks of Hastings was the chapter will give this a Saturday visitor at Roland season. Prizes were taken by Barry’s. Miss Oaks and Mrs. Barry were fishing at Thor­ Mr. and Mrs. Chester Smith. napple Lake, and Mrs. Barry Refreshments were served. — Pee Wee or miniature had her usual good luck, golf is about to invade spearing two nice redhorse. — (Southwest Maple Nashville, the Sweet Shoppe having this week installed one Grove) Maurice Buxton, a of the latest indoor nephew of Cyras Buxton, and equipments. The course is a boy friend, both of Cadillac, nine feet long by 36 inches spent a few days last week wide, is ofthe nine-hole varie­ visitng relatives here. The ty, and has all the hazards, but boys made the trip on foot, ex­ requires about as much skill as cept when they were offered does a regular outdoor golf rides. course. These games are — (Morgan) One day last becoming very popular in all week Merl Hammond visited sections of the country and no his uncle, Homer Shaffer. doubt the one here will They overheard their fathers talking about hunting mink become so. — The Rev. Lyman and came to the conclusion Brough and wife went to some easy money would be theirs by making little effort. Ashley, Mich., to visit Mrs. Brough’s parents the first of Unknown to anyone, they took their dog, Jack, shovel the week. — The Evangelical Church and hatchet, started east at Lansing is having revival toward Nashville on the icy meetings, and the (local) and frozen road, could not Evangelical folks, to repay a find the tracks they were look­ call the Lansing church had ing for, but did not get made, drove to Lansing Mon­ discouraged. When their day night in a body. There parents returned, the boys were 56 in the crowd driving could not be found. over, which was a fine Telephones were used, but no represenation from here. The trace of the youngsters — so Lansing people had named the their fathers took the auto and night “Nashville Night,” and started after them, finding it could truly be named that them on the flats east ofThor­ because of the response to the napple River, rather weary invitation. With one or two from their strenuous efforts of exceptions, the company was trapping and digging in deep made up of young people. snow for mink, but none was caught. They returned home, — Readers of The Nashville News who are not happy but weary boys. subscribers can secure their copy at the Postoffice Phar­ macy, where they are on sale ■ Maple Valley Athletic Boosters £ every Wednesday evening, 5c per copy. I — (Branch district) The £ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA S voters of the Branch School ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.E District will vote on its con­ ■ Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 J solidation with Nashville and BINGO ! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1991 _Page 5 Nashville PTO rewards top student sellers by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Savings bonds for $100 were presented Friday to two students who were top salespersons in a recent fund­ raiser sponsored by the Nashville Parent-Teacher Organization. Melanie Winegar, chairper­ son ofthe campaign, made the presentations. Top salesman was 5-yearold Jimmie Whelpley, a kindergartner in the class of Rose Dunham at Fuller Street school. He brought in a total of $380 in sales. Second-place winner was Scott Herman, a sixth-grader in Melanie Garlinger’s room at Kellogg School. He sold a total of $285. In the fall funder-raiser, the children sold cheese, sausage, candy, calendars and gift wrap. Scott attributes his success to sales he made at a Charlotte bowling alley. “My mom bowls there and I know a lot ofpeople there,” explained Scott. Last school year, he also won $100 for being top salesperson in a PTO- tivities for the students. The next Nashville PTO fund-raiser will be the annual Spring Carnival Friday, March 8. The 5:30 to 8 p.m. event at the Fuller Street School will have as its theme, “The Wide World of Sports.” "We need volunteers to help with the carnival,” said Adams, chairperson of the event. Anyone who can lend a hand with the Spring Carnival is asked to call her at 852-0733. She also encourages atten­ dance at monthly Nashville PTO meetings at the Fuller School Library. Dates of the next four meetings are Feb. 5, March 5, April 9 and May 7. Everyone is welcome to attend. Also Friday at Fuller Street School, children who had completed the first semester without any discipline infrac­ tions were rewarded with the showing of two Disney movies in the school's all­ purpose room. Fuller-Kellogg Principal Nancy Potter said she sees this as a means of “providing positive reinforcement” for students who exhibit good behavior under guidelines ofa discipline plan recently adopted by both schools. February ^.Sweetheart Tanning Buys $O0/1v00 Visits for............................... His & Her Tanning S/OC vfklOO Package 20 Visits you split. 3 Month Package $ -| QQOO — Gift Certificates Available — Melanie Winegar, chairperson of the Nashville PTO fall fund-raiser, presented a $100 savings bond Friday to Scott Herman, a sixth-grader at Kellogg School who took second place in total sales. The school library, where the presentation was made, will benefit from the fund-raiser. Nashville. Jimmie is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Whelpley, also of Nashville. Students in Kellogg and Fuller Street schools sold a total of more than $19,000 in the fall fund-raiser. This net­ ted $8,800 for the local PTO, according to Janet Adams, secretary of the organization. Some ofthe proceeds will buy a new merry-go-round for the playground at Fuller Elemen­ tary, said Adams, and libraries at both schools will benefit from the sale. Proceeds of past fund­ raisers have helped the PTO purchase five computers for the elementary schools, place new picnic tables on the Kellogg playground, buy Contributions to Putnam Library announced Mapes Family Florist 107 N. Main St., Nashville 852-2050 Open: Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Plants <Sl Fresh Flowers Delivery Service Available Remember Your Valentine on ^^February 14thrf The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library came recently in memory of Ray­ mond Guy by Lloyd and Thelma Linsley. In memory of Sandra Ruthruff and of Eldon Reese by Maple Valley Schools. In memory of Joe Vliek by Lloyd and Thelma Linsley. In memory of Arthur A. Kays by Ellen Christie Kays. The Women’s Literary Club has donated proceeds of a bake sale to the refurbishing fund. Donations to the fund may be made at the library or mail­ ed to Post Office Box 920, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors and those named in gifts will be listed in the Maple Valley News. Names of donors will be listed in the book of con­ tributors and those named in gifts will be added to the Memorial Scroll. [STANTON'S (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH MMB STSCCT MCCmOrtTMlLLC. MICHIC4H 49096 ndSHumc Illi III [L"QP< (517)852-1717 ‘Super 3 bedroom home with 2 baths, ‘Four bedroom ranch home located on 2 kitchens, family room, garage, large deck approx. 10 acres ‘Located on 20 acres with pond! ‘Living room, family room, 32.28 garage ‘Call now to see! (CH-106) ‘Lovely country property! (CH-107) ‘Land contract terms! ‘Only $27,500 for this 3-4 bedroom home *1% baths, appliances included (V-53) Three bedroom remodeled home "Barn & outbuildings Approx. 1 '/a-2 acres ‘Year-round home at Thornapple Lake ‘Screened porch, newer seawall ‘Contract terms! 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Joe & Marge Andrews ■ 852-0712 Chris Stanton • 543-0598 Bob Gardner • 726-0331 Kathleen J. Swan • (Lansing) 323-9536 Cindy Doolittle-726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. January 29, 1991 — Page 6 Eighth graders take part in ‘Super Science Saturday’? science achievement through a series of four Saturday mor­ ning sessions. During Super Science Saturday the underlying theme “Water: Properties and Uses” is dealt with at each session with hands-on ex­ periments. The programs have a strodng mathematical component and are openended. The sessions are taught by different teams of instructors that move around to the dif­ ferent locations, allowing students to report to the same location, Eaton Rapids Middle School for the Eaton County students. The programs are designed and taught by science professors from Michigan State University and Lansing Community College, working in conjunction with middle school science teachers. Gwen Bradish, Eaton Rapids Middle School science teacher, teaches the biology session and coor­ dinates the program in Eaton County. The program is funded by a challenge grant from the state of Michigan and is supported by local school districts, Michigan State University, Ourfamily and staffat the Pray Funeral Home have been helping families like yours for more than 67 years. After the funeral services are completed we offer our assistance to your family through our... AFTERCARE SERVICES: • Public Seminars to help understand grief and the emotions you may experience; • Personal Follow-up Contact with families we serve throughout the year; • Our Loaning Library of books and videotapes for your use. • Resource Directory of support groups and counseling resources. For information on any ofour many services for you and your family, or for afree copy ofour community resource guide, just call or stop by at any time. from front Lansing Community College and Impression 5 Museum. Super Science Saturday is one of several programs spon­ sored by the center and sup­ ported under the challenge grant intended to increase stu­ dent learning in science and mathematics and improve knowledge and skills of science and math teachers. Eaton County students par­ ticipating in “Super Science Saturday” include Laura Buchin, Tim Hay, Abigail Varner, Liz Pakula, Rachel Elsinga, Kirsten Thompson, Lisa Emerson, Carrie Max­ son; Lauren Yeomans, April Niblock, and Steve Crawford from Grand Ledge Schools; Jenni Knapp, Brian Peasley, Michelle Chambers, Jennifer Avery, Gary Holbrook, James Slayton, Holli Tyler, Andrea Glynn, Kristine Arvizu, and Brad Fears from Eaton Rapids Middle School; and Robin Hale, Heather Phillipp, Nathan Dipert, Brandy Wawiernia, and Dana Hasselback from Maple Valley. Thank You CARD OF THANKS: We want to thank the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Ambulance Service for their excellent service during my recent accident We would like to take this opportunity to express to the rest of the community that we are proud to have such a service available to this community. A special thanks to Mr. Powers, Mr Aspinall and Mr. Hoffman. Thanks again. Ray and Sandy Lindquist & Family. Obituaries Ava M. Kroger VERMONTVILLE - Ava M. Kroger, 89 ofVermontville passed away Wednesday, January 23, 1991 at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mrs. Kroger was bom in Vermontville, the daughter of Orin and Anna (Randall) Tubbs. She was a teacher with the Maple Valley Schools for 25 years before retirement. She was a life member of the Vermontville United Method­ ist Church, where she played the organ for more than 50 years. She was a member ofthe Eaton County Historical Soci­ ety, Women’s Club and Garden Club of Vermontville and the Retired Teachers Association. Mrs. Kroger is survived by two daughters, Mary (John) Rodriguez of Vermontville and Marilyn (John) Halas of Lansing; six grandchildren, Mary W. Williams GRAND RAPIDS - Mary W. Williams, 80 of Grand Rapids and formerly of Lans­ ing passed away Tuesday, January 22, 1991. Mrs. Williams was bom February 9,1910 in Beaverton, Michigan. She graduated from Nashville High School and later from Battle Creek Practi­ cal Nurse School. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene. Mrs. Williams is survived by two daughters, Norma I. Fillmore and Winona M. Ulledahl, both of Grand Rapids; a FINANCIAL STATEMENT William F. Richards, Jr. _ after the close of business December 31,1990 HASTINGS - William F. Richards, Jr., 62 of 4565 S. Bedford Road, Hastings, passed away Sunday, January 27, 1991 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Richards was born August 26, 1928 in Hastings, the son ofWilliam F, and Flos­ sie (Mead) Richards. He was raised in the Hastings area and attended Hastings schools, graduating in 1946 from Hast­ ings High School. He served in the United States Army from November 21 1950 until November 13, 1952. He was married to Vonda L. Bass on December 6, 1952. Mr. Richards was employed at Eaton’s in Battle Creek for 33 years, retiring in 1980. He was a member of the Hastings Moose Lodge, American Legion and V.F.W. Mr. Richards is survived by his wife, Vonda; two daught­ ers, Mrs. David (Sue) Tossava ofHastings, Mrs. Greg (Cindy) McPhail ofGrand Rapids; four grandchildren; mother, Mrs. Flossie Richards of Hastings; sister, Mrs. Norman (Doris) Boomer of Nashville; daughter-in-law, Valerie Richards of Wyoming. He was preceded in death by one son, John Richards in 1976. Assets Liabilities Mortgage Loans and Liens on Real Estate................. *90,535,658.37 Savings Accounts-Advances for Mortgage Participation....................... ..11,580,546.72 Taxes and Insurance...... Loans on Savings Accounts.............. .....220,689.78 Consumer Loans.............................. .....486,522.12 Accrued Interest................................ .....518,987.69 Advances from Federal Home Real Estate Owned and in Judgement ....... 73,323.83 Loan Bank.................... Education Loans............................... ..2,439,896.74 Investments and Securities............... Cash on Hand in Banks..................... .11,166,809.36 ..2,084,586.41 Other Liabilities *110,653,737.02 00 .690,206.38 Office Buildings and Equipment (Less Depreciation)................... 2,428,898.56 Deferred Charges and Other Assets. ...978,694.42 General Reserves *122,514,614.00 *122,514,614.00 DIRECTORS DR. B.P. BROWN, Director FLOYD M. JEWELL, Director JOHN B. SMITH, Director HERBERT R. BLACK, Director JEFF WILDERN, Director DONALD L. HUMMEL, Director L. DARYL BAKER, Director Eaton Federal 11,170,670.60 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 to 430. Saturday 9 io Noon IQUM. HOUSING OPPOMUNIIT son, Roger A. Schulze ofKala­ mazoo; five grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and a sister, Elizabeth Rupe of Bellevue. She was preceded in death by her husband, John K. Williams; brother, Glenn H. Early and a sister, Zoe E. Guy. Funeral services were held Thursday, January 24 at the Tiffany Funeral Home, Lans­ ing with Reverend William W. Ridenour officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Senior Services. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 30 at the Wren Funeral Home, Hastings with Reverend Phil­ lip L. Brown officiating. Burial will be at the Striker Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, January 29 until 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Thank You CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank the Nashville Lodge #255 F & AM for nomi­ nating me as Master Mason of the Year 1991. A speical thanks to Mark Jarvie for his fine speech. A special thanks to Harold Hanson for all of his work in getting a great turn out for the dinner. To the entertainment by Pete Dull, Doris Catlin, Joe Andrews and his family. Thanks to my granddaughters for attending the guest book. To all the brothers who help make it a successful dinner and evening. Thanks to all who came. Alfred R. Decker Lost & Found REWARD Lost or missing two 6 month old dogs. One is a dark shepherd mix the other is a black lab. Ifyou have any information about these dogs call 517-852-9162. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) Bank Fred (Jayne) Rodriguez, Randal (Lori) Rodriguez, Douglas (Wendy) Rodriguez, Greg (Kim) Rodriguez, Kathryn and Karen Halas; five great grandchildren; sister-in­ law, Thelma Tubbs of Plymouth; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred in 1948. Funeral services were held Saturday, January 26 at the Vermontville United Method­ ist Church with Reverend Richard Youngs officiating. Burial was at the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. ' Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund or the Vermontville United Method­ ist Church. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. 726-0319 XI WjjP XZs — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims & 'onia Rd., Vermontville, Ml �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, January 29, 1991 — Page 7 possibly a headaches, back or neck pain. Lastly, severe deformity ofthe rib cage and back may make breathing difficult and complications may result in early death. The true cause of scoliosis is still unknown, so at this time it is not preventable. There is a high frequency of scoliosis in some families, so it is known that there is a hereditary factor involved in many cases. The key to preventing scoliosis from getting worse is early detection and treatment. Children should be checked every six months until they stop growing. This scoliosis screening can be performed by a nurse, chiropractor or medical doctor. Once detected, further examination must be done, including x-rays of the spine to determine the severity of the curve. Depending on how bad the curve is, proper treatment then can be selected. Ifthe curve is mild, chiropractic adjustments, stretching and special exercises can be used. Ifthe curve is moderate, bracing the spine with exercise may be used. But ifthe curve is severe, surgery may be the best choice to prevent the curve from getting worse. Surgery usually involves implanting a metal rod into the back and fusing the movable bones of the spine. Whatever the treatment, the curve is usually not completely straightened, but hopefully the curve will not gett worse. Once again, it must be emphasized that early detection of scoliosis is the key to prevent the curve from getting worse. Qualified people in Nashville and Vermontville for screening scoliosis include school nurses, Dr. Hildebrandt and myself. The only facility in Maple Valley capable of x-raying and grading the severity of scoliosis is my office; the Nashville ODY TALK” By Michael N. Callton, D.C. Just what is scolilsis? Used books sole at Alto Library hljlJSjw jw & . ., ^'feljllli **k :®a Wittffiai Silt nj beukuSa :ias;i m •-E?. fffllSWJJ i®5 IHfiUta •ca IitlnWh v.tan anclsfi n-sc. iltafcb 1 a m nti&te lite Vffittii's ricfr hjSdlfa x-tn ItMta MbsN j*gjj airs: fltf® bhIb HMM* is £ ^BH^' •jrr *‘% $ 5 **$ w «*‘iw (■ l71,8s(|r •****■ <’X»S5 < iWW«J rr ii «JJ s«Sl»S *f«J£*.^ jjtf* fI It’s a boy! BOY, Zackary Allen, bom Jan. 10 to Mr. and Mrs. Ted Scofield, Nashville, weighing 8 lbs., 4% ozs., 21 Vi inches long. Zackary’s proud grand­ parents are Mr. and Mrs. Frank Scofield, Hastings, and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Vos of Hastings. Community Notices ----- ( i • •; f / / j t/ / j ) j Write us a Letter! The Maple Valley News welcomes and encourages letters to the editor as a means of expressing an opinion or a point of view on sub­ jects of current general interest. The following guidelines have been established to help /ou: *Make your letter brief and to the point. ‘Letters should be written in good taste. ‘Letters that are libelous or defamatory should not be submitted. ‘Writers must include their signature, address and phone number. The writer's name WILL BE PUBLISHED. ‘The News reserves the right to reject, edit or make any changes such as spelling and punc­ tuation. ‘Send letters to: Letters to the Editor The Maple Valley News P.O. Box A ashville, Ml 49073 J I / } ) • : ALCOHOLISM IS A MERRY-GO-ROUND called denial. Al-Anon meets Tuesday noons at Central United Method­ ist Church in Lake Odessa, with speakers the first Tuesday ofthe month. Bring finger foods. For information call 374-7301. Also Al-Anon and AA meet Thurs­ days at 8:00 at St. Edwards. Women and Families of the Armed Forces ... fJi Our Thoughts and Prayers Good music, food and dancing will highlight a Jazz Band Dinner Dance Feb. 9 at Lakewood High School, said Director T. David Pugh. Guests at the semi formal event can step to the tunes of the Jazz I and Jazz II stu­ dent bands, along with the Big Band sounds of Les Jazz, conducted by Hastings High School band director, Joe LaJoye. His group will pro­ vide such upbeat selections as Glenn Miller's "In the Mood" and "String of Pearls." Dinner will consist of spaghetti, salad and a desert Anyone wanting to attend can purchase a ticket for $5 at the door, though Pugh en­ courages advanced reserva­ tions by calling Lakewood High School at (616)-374­ 8868. by Teresa Frith Nashville Cub Scout Pack No. 3176 held a “Genuis Kit” night competition at Fuller Street Elementary School Monday evening. Parents and siblings were on hand to admire each boy’s creation. Before the meeting, each boy was given a list of com­ mon household items, such as nails, string, pie tins, straws, paper sacks, Livesaver candy, etc. They were to use their imaginations and build their own project. Creations ranged from camp-out scenes to Snoopy and space ships. Judges Jack and Judy DeGroot took their time before announcing first-place winners in each den, as well as overall first-, second- and third-place winners. In the overall category, first place went to Tim Rumsey from Den One, second to An­ dy Adams from Den Five, and third to Rickey Stephens from Den Three. Top winners from each den were also chosen. They were Jarrard, Den Five; David Taylor, Second Year Weblo Scouts; and Brandon Garvey, Den Eight. David Rumsey, Tiger Cubs; Matthew Keller, Den One; Chris Ewing, Den Three; Chris Lentz, Den Four; John Has Been Added! We Now Offer Newborn & Infant Items! Need a Baby Shower Gift? We Can Help! Need a Gift for the New Mother? We Can Help! We have always carried toddler clothing, but due to popular demand, we have added newborn and infant sizes to our children's deparment. ALSO AVAILABLE... 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Evening of jazz, dinner and dancing Feb. 9 at high school Nashville Cub Scouts show 'genius* night competition at Fuller St. The Alto Friends of the Library will sponsor a used book and bake sale Tuesday, Feb. 19, from noon until 8 p.m. The sale will be held at the Alto Library, 6059 Linfield, with proceeds going toward the purchase of library materials. Call 868-6038 for more information. Hippocrates, the father of medicine, first used the word “scoliosis” to describe an abnormal curvature of the spine. Many medical specialists call scoliosis the most deforming othopedic problem affecting children. Scoliosis is more precisely defined as an abnormal lateral, curvature of the spine which usually develops during childhood, leading to deformity, pain and possible severe medical complications. Too often scoliosis goes unnoticed in this area, until it is picked up during a school examination, or on x-rays in a doc­ tor’s office on examination for complaints of back or neck pain. It is estimated that about 2 percent of adults have scoliosis and in my office, roughly 25 percent of adults and children complaining of pain and headaches demonstrate some degree of scoliosis. The effects of scoliosis are threefold. First of all it can become a cosmetic problem, since deformity may result in a high shoulder, a tilted head, humping of the rib cage or twisting of the back. Secondly, scoliosis can cause pain, Family Chiropractic Center. Moderate to severe cases of scoliosis may then be referred to an orthopedic specialist out of town. Many doctors feel that scoliosis is the most deforming or­ thopedic problem affecting children and may go undetected for long periods of time. It occurs often and usually persists into adulthood, causing deformity, pain and other complications. Screening growing children every six months is of the utmost importance. MtraSn* MlraSepC 401 MIRASEPTSTEP1 4 0Z.___.H.09 |29 MIRASEPT STEP 2 80Z• 0000000004 »2.33 ASSORTED FORMULAS ImmEw 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 OPEN 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday Btrjali «f th. Witkl ULTRA SLIM ZFAST 15 0Z. ...ULTRA Slim-Fast PLAX ANTI PLAQUE DENTAL RINSE 14 02. Plax �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1991 — Page 8 Girl Scouts, moms enjoy workout! Members of eight Nashville Girl Scout troops and their mothers got together last Tuesday evening for a Mother-Daughter workout. The aerobics session, led by Lynn Rigelman of Nashville, was held at the Maple Leaf Grange hall, southwest of the village. Some 60 persons par­ ticipated in physical fitness exercises to the accompani­ ment of lively recorded tunes. Rigelman, who recently com­ pleted training at a Lansing aerobics and dance institute, instructed the scouts and their moms in various aspects ofthe workout. The event was one in a series of monthly gettogethers in which all eight Nashville Girl Scout troops join hands for special activities. Next on the agenda is a Feb. 22 “sleep-over” at Nashville Baptist Church. On March 28, a roller-skating outing is planned. The local troops now are in­ volved in the annual Girl Scout Cookie Sale, which commenced Jan. 25 and runs until Feb. 10. The basement of the Maple Leaf Grange Hall came alive with young aerobics enthusiasts working out to strains of familiar tunes. Maple Valley graduate earns award at Olivet Aerobics instructor Lynn Rigelman and daughter, Lynzie, 3, led the Nashville Girl Scouts and their mothers in an aerobics routine. > NOTICE •­ The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular and recessed session at the County Facilities, in the Cityof Charlotte on January 2 & January 19, 1991. 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 Tai Gearhart, a Maple Valley High School graduate, was named the Outstanding Student Employee Award Winner for the sixth period of the 1990-91 academic year at Olivet College. Gearhart, son of Larry Gearhart of Olivet and Marilyn Hosey of Vermont­ ville, received the honor for his work as assistant to the director of student employ­ ment. He is the payroll super­ visor for maintenance, student employment and A.S.E.P., and his responsibilities in­ clude the progressive counsel- ing for all the students on campus. He was nominated for this award by his super­ visor, Beth Page. Gearhart, a 1987 graduate of Maple Valley, says the part he enjoys most about his job is working with the students, parents and supervisors on campus. While at Olivet, Gearhart has been on the basketball team and the stu­ dent employment board. He is a recipient of the presidential scholarship and a member of Gamma Iota Sigma - the in­ surance fraternity. Heirborn concert is Sunday at Nashville Assembly of God The musical group Heirbom will appear at Nashville Assembly of God Sunday, Feb. 3, for an 11 a.m. peformance. The Lansing-based musical team has been traveling and sharing “the good news” since 1980. Heirbom is comprised of Jim Carter (piano, vocals, and REGISTRATION NOTICE FOR VILLAGE GENERAL ELECTION MARCH 11, 1991 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 registration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. group manager), Dave Cokonougher (bass guitar, vocals), Bob Cottom (rhythm guitar, vocals), Ron McKiver (lead-steel guitar) and Scott Bates (drums). These five men have spent all of their lives in gospel music and, bet­ ween the five of them, have more than 80 years experience in singing and playing. The group has been honored with several awards in the past few years. In 1987, Heirbora was selected as Favorite Group of the Year by the Buckeye Gospel Music Association. 1986 brought the Eagle Award for the Favorite Male Gospel Group, presented by the Inspirational Gospel News. Also in 1986, they were presented the Love Award by the fellow Michigan groups at the Expo for Jesus Rally. Heirbora is recording for Revelation Records of Cor­ bin, Kentucky. The public is cordially in­ vited to attend Heirbom *s Sunday concert at Nashville Assembly of God. The church is located at 735 Reed St. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT THE VILLAGE HALL FEBRUARY 11, 1991 — LAST DAY The 30th Day Preceding Said Election As p provided by y Section 498,, Act No.., 116, Public Acts of 1954 As Amended at 206 N. Main Street, Nashville For the purposes of REVIEWING and 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. 1 - 1 YEAR TERM VILLAGE TRUSTEE 3 - 2 YEAR TERM VILLAGE TRUSTEES Rose Heaton, Village Clerk A business adrhinistration major with a concentration on insurance, Gearhart has ar­ ranged to do an internship during the spring semester with State Farm in Marshall and plans to graduate in May 1991. Gearhart eventually hopes to earn a C.P.C.U. (Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter) profes­ sional designation. Gearhart is now eligible for the Student Employee of the Year Award, which is selected from 12 student employment award winners from die academic year. School Lunch Menus Maplewood School Wednesday, Jan. 30 Nacho chips, taco meat, cheese,, peas, butter sand­ wich, mixed fruit. Thursday, Jan. 31 Beef stew w/biscuits, dill pickles, trail mix. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Fuller St. School Wednesday, Jan. 30 Hotdog/bun, peas, peach, cookie. Thursday, Jan. 31 Chicken nuggets/dip, french fries, mixed fruit, but­ ter sandwich. Friday, Feb. 1 Cheeseburger/bun, sweet potatoes, cherry sauce, graham crackers. Monday, Feb. 4 Chicken nuggets/dip, rice, peas, peaches, butter sandwich. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Hamburger gravy, mashed potatoes, fruit jello, peanut butter sandwich. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost, A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. pickles, applesauce, peanut butter sandwich. Thursday, Jan. 31 *Salad, *Scalloped potatoes/ham, *Hot Dogs, green beans, fruit jello, roll and butter, salad bar. Friday, Feb. 1 ♦Salad, *Pizza, corn, apple. Monday, Feb. 4 ♦Salad, * Hamburger, ♦Cheeseburger, tri taters, peaches, bread and butter. Tuesday, Feb. 5 ♦Salad, *Mac. and Cheese, ♦Hot Dog, sweet potatoes, pear, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Jr.-Sr. High School Wednesday, Jan. 30 ♦Salad, *Chili/crackers, TOOLS Air Compressors, Air Tools, Air Accessories, Socket Sets, Power Tools, Auto Equipment, Body Tools, Wood Working Equipment, Tool Boxes & Cabinets, Drill Press and Accessories, Vises, Fans. TOOL SAUs GENERAL MtRCHBHOISI 3 Miles Noth of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 Vermontville Hardware 4-H Council will meet Feb. 4 The Eaton County 4-H Ad­ visory Council will meet Monday, Feb. 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. The 1991 fair book cover design will be voted on as and further preparations will be made for upcoming council events. Each 4-H club is asked to send at least one youth and one adult representative. The council meetings are open to any 4-H member, leader or family. — SPECIAL OF THE WEEK — Lions Club Light Bulbs Contains 2-60W, 2-75W, and 2-100 Watt Bulbs. Jr ** Pkg. Please support this worthwhile project. Doug and Julie Durkee VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 South Main Street Vermontville, Michigan M _J —• 3 Open: Mon.-Fri. 8:306:00 Sat. 8:305; Sun. 11-3 Closed Sundays In Jan., Feb. and March 726-1121 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1991 — Page 9 1991 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen to be selected Feb. 12 The 1991 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen will be selected during competition Feb. 12 at the Congregational Church in Vermontville. The Vermontville Lions will sponsor.a 7 p.m. com- munity dinner at the church, followed by the judging. Eight girls, who are juniors at Maple Valley High School, have entered the contest. The queen and her court will reign during Nashville man opens Charlotte law office Terry Knoll of Nashville recently began practicing law in Charlotte. Knoll is sharing office space with attorney, Lyle Skalland, at 119 W. Lawrence. A graduate of Michigan State University and Thomas Cooley Law School, he pass­ ed the bar in February 1989 and was sworn into practice by 5th Circuit Court Judge Richard Shuster. He was employed for about a year as Shuster’s law clerk. Knoll was bom in Charlotte and resides in Nashville. He says he has lived in the area most of his life and hopes to remain a local resident. He enjoys the outdoors, including hunting and golfing. His practice includes family law, criminal, traffic viola­ tions, bankruptcy, personal injury and other general areas of law. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm t/l/e stock a complete line of ... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies Vermontville's Maple Syrup Festival in April and repre­ sent the community and promote maple syrup prod­ ucts at other events locally and around the state. The competition is being held on a Tuesday this year, rather than on a Monday as in the past. Reservations are required for the dinner. Contact any Lions Club member for tickets. Vermontville News Terry Knoll His phone 517/543-3606. number is A support group is being formed for families and friends of area military personnel. They will meet at the old courthouse on W. Lawrence in Charlotte at 7 p.m. Thurs­ day evening. Hessel and Madelyn Forests; daughter, Nancy Cohoon, and her family visited the Opera House Sun­ day. The restoration work that has been done is lovely. Members of the local club will be convening in the library for their regular meeting next Monday even­ ing, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. Mrs. Edith Swartz will present a program on crime prevention. Friends are invited to attend. 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Tractor Rollover accidents kill 300 to 400 farmers every year, ranking as the single most common cause of fatal farm injuries. A new catalog available for viewing at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice offers farmers a tool to help reduce the risk of rollover accidents. “Rollover Protection Directory:. A Guide to Tractor Roll Bars and Other Rollover Protective Structures,’’ published and distributed through the Wisconsin Rural Health Research Center and the Na­ tional Farm Medicine Center, can point farmers to resources to help equip their tractors to reduce chances of rollover fatalities. When used with a seat belt, a properly manufactured and installed rollover protective An easy-to-understand booklet with helpful hints on filling out this year’s tax forms is available to residents of Eaton County from State Representative Frank M. Auto • Farm • Home Commercial and Life TOBIAS-MASON Insurance Agency 109 N. Main, Nashville MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. 852-2005 6th Grade AU A’s - Dan Leep, Robb Rosin, Marin Smith. A-B Average Evelyn Ackley, Corie Augustine, Rodd Brooks, Kyle Curtis, Amber Davidson, Marty Dawson, Elizabeth Delong, Brandon Eberly, James Egan, Jenny Gardner, Bee Gee Garvey, Nick Garza, Dana Hamilton, Scott Herman. Mike Heyboer, Sarah Hughes, Sam Jarvor, Marie JeweU, Matt Knoll, Jim MitcheU, Joel Mittelstaedt, Jason Neymeiyer, Dan Porter, Trisha Potter, Corey Robin­ son, Scott Rooks, Jim Rose, Angela Rumsey, Carla Shook, David Stephens, Scott Spitzer, Kevin Swift, Jason Symonds, Josh Thorne. 4-H beef weigh-in planned for Feb. 9 The 1991 Eaton County 4-H Beef Weigh-In will be Satur­ day, Feb. 9, between 9 a.m. and noon at the Eaton County Fairgrounds. This weigh-in is mandatory for all members planning to show and sell market animals and carcass animals at the 1991 Eaton County 4-H Fair. For more information, call the Cooperative Extension Service office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. New catalog focuses on farm tractor safety structure (ROPS) can protect a farmer from serious injury or death in case of an over­ turn. Without ROPS, fatalities occur in 40 percent of over­ turn accidents. Since 1969, there has not been a single fatality resulting from an overturn in which the operator remained in a rollover protec­ tive structure. The American Society of Agricultural Engineers has recommended since 1985 that all new tractors be equipped with rollover protection. However, many farmers own tractors built before 1985 that are not equipped with rollover protection. Those interested in obtain­ ing information about the availability of ROPS for their tractors should contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service, 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte. Michigan taxpayer's free guide available (517) 726-0088 Kellogg School 'honor roll' offered Dick Tobias Fitzgerald. The free booklet is available at local libraries or through Rep. Fitzgerald’s office. Anyone interested obtaining a copy ofthe booklet may do so by visiting their local library or contacting Fitzgerald at the State Capitol, Lansing, 48913; telephone (517) 373-0853. The Michigan Taxpayer’s Guide contains information on property taxes, property tax credit, Michigan income tax, single business tax and dther related subjects. “This year’s guide will assist anyone filling out their Michigan tax forms,” Fit­ zgerald said. “Because tax laws are constantly changing, many people may find it dif­ ficult to complete their own forms. This publication pro­ vides citizens with informa­ tion in understandable language on the many Michigan tax laws.” Sth Grade AU A’s - Kristen Frith, Rachael Pettengill, Jessica Smith, DanieUe Watson. A-B Average - Terrance Augustine, Jed Brisco, Greg Brooks, Samantha Butcher, Jeff Bryzcki, Hillary Cates, Lisa Combs, Kerri Dean, Ryan EUiston, Ricky Fowler, Lance Flory, Richard Genther, Emilie Gould, Holly Green, Maria Green. Travis Hardin, Chris Hart­ well, Lezlie Hay, Andy Heyboer, Missy Killepourey, Melissa Kirwin, Pat Leonard, Pat Lowe, Della Neymeiyer, Cody Page, Jessie Penn­ ington, Wesley Quick, Michael Skedgell, Andrienne Simmons, Loma Symonds, Nicole Wilson, David Taylor. County Extension dar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: Jan. 31 - Meeting to plan of Landscaping and Horticultural Gardens for fairgrounds, meeting at 7 p.m., in the Ag. Room, of Hastings High School. Jan. 31 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Feb. 1-2 - Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and YEA Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Feb. 4 - MAEH Council, Executive Board, 1:30 p.m., Full Council, 2 p.m.; at the Extension Office, in Hastings. Feb. 7 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Feb. 8-9 - West Michigan 4-H Teen Lock-In, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., Hope College, Holland. Feb. 11 - 4-H Goat Development Committee, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Feb. 13 - 4-H Personal Appearance Meeting, 1 p.m., Exten­ sion Office, Hastings. Feb. 14 - Gypsy Moth meeting for public officials (brochure available at Extension Office) Kellogg Biolgical Station. MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HNIS WARRANTY • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available NASHVILLE ■ $37,800! 4 bedroom home. Good 2 story "family home." New roof, new vinyl siding, furnace 2 yrs. old, new wiring downstairs, many other new features. Call Hubert Dennis. (N-317) VERMONTVILLE “TURN OF THE CENTURY” HOME - 3 bedroom, formal dining room, large living room, wood floors, many closets and cupboards. Above ground pool. Maple Valley Schools. To see this elegant home — call "Jeri." (V-369) “COUNTRY” LISTING ON 2.3 ACRES 6 room, 2 story, 3 bedroom home "in the coun­ try", sets high, with mature trees. Near Maple Valley High School. Call for an appoint­ ment to see!! (CH-358) VACANT LAND: LOT ON M-79 EAST OF HASTINGS Has been “perk tested." Call (VL-351) 2 ACRES (APPROX.) ON M-66 K south of Nashville. (VL-368) REALTOR MLS JOAN & HOMER WIN EGAR... Eves. 726-0223 DOC OVERHOLT..................................852-1740 SANDY LUNDQUIST.......................... 852-1543 HUBERT DENNIS................................. 726-0122 DON STEINBRECHER....................... 852-1784 GARRY KNOLL............................ Eves. 852-0786 JERI BAKER........................................... 726-1171 NICE EARLY AMERICAN! NATURAL WOODWORK & OAK OPEN STAIR­ CASE - 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors in dining area, attrac­ tive brick fireplace in living room. Screened in porch. Must see to appreciate! Call 20 ACRES - WOODS - SPRING "Country HomeA n 20 acres with nice wc^bz*sprinq pond, 3 bedroc^-*ome, -*o pole barn and beautiful setting" — (CH-362) PRICE REDUCED!! NOW $69,500! On 2 acres east of Sunfield. Large 4 bedroom "country home", paved road, nice shade trees, Lakewood Schools, 22 miles to Lansing. Call Sandy for more "info." More land available. (CH-370) NEAR VERMONTVILLE: l.S ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 10 ACRES BUILDING LOTS - Black­ top road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from $11,900 ufh (VL-359) NEAR FULLER ELEMENTARY NASHVILLE - Good & solid older "starter” or "retirement" home, 3 bedrooms, new win­ dows, vinyl siding & roof in 1989. Price: $29,900. (N-360) 6 PLUS ACRES - “NEW” LOG HOME - 2 bedrooms (plus walkout basement), 2 full baths, large living room, kitchen and dining "combo", nice open deck across front ($79,500 completed or will sell as is). Property is rolling and has creek and trees. Maple Valley Schools. (CH-355) HORSE FARM - 40 ACRES $74,900!! EATOH COUNTY South of Nashville, Maple Valley Schools, 2-story, remodeled, 3 bedroom home. 40x60 hip roof barn with 5 box stalls on lower level, 13x13 tack room, 20 acres of rolling hills with woods & pond sites. Call Don. (F-319) SPRING BUYERS ARE LOOKING NOW!! Are You Thinking SELLING? .r BUYING? ot Give us a call! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1991 — Page 10 Lions keep pace with Pennfield in SMAA basketball race by Todd Tubergen Sports Editor Maple Valley basketball coach Jerry Reese is taking them one at a time. After his Lions posted a spirited 73-64 victory Friday at home against Bronson to stay one-half game behind Pennfield in the SMAA, Reese had to check the schedule to see who Maple Valley was playing Tuesday. He would probably be forgiven for looking ahead a little bit to the Pennfield rematch Feb. 15, but there are a lot of tough games on the schedule between now and then. Pennfield, which defeated Centerville in a nonleague game Friday night, leads the SMAA with a 4-0 league record. Bronson dropped to 3-3 in league games, so it now ap­ pears to be a two-team race. Reese obviously was pleas­ ed with the Lions’ effort Fri­ day night, with the possible exception of the 21 first-half offensive rebounds snared by the Vikings. “We moved the ball up court as effectively as we have all season,” he said. “We made some turnovers, and most of them were silly, un­ forced errors.” Maple Valley led throughout most of the second half and was up by as many as seven in the third quarter, but Bronson refused to fold. Center Tom Parks scored inside late in the third quarter to cut the Maple Valley lead to 53-52. Jason Hoefler capped off an 8-2 run to start the fourth with a pair of free throws, giving the Lions a 61-54 lead. The Viking’s Chris Yesh then sunk a pair of free throws to trim the lead to 61-56. Hoefler then got loose on a fast break, only to be ham­ mered as he drove the lane. Visibly shaken, the senior guard missed both free throws. Yesh answered with a nice back door move to pull Bron­ son within three, 61-58. But two free throws apiece by junior guard Chip Reese and Hoefler gave the Lions some breathing room, and when Hoefler scored again, the Maple Valley lead was 67-58. Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 Graphic* or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) Scott Casteele scored inside and Dan Franks and Mickey Collier each added a pair of free throws for the final margin. Maple Valley connected on 21 of 30 free throws, in­ cluding 10 of 16 in the final quarter. Hoefler led the Lions’ scor­ ing attack with 24 points. Casteele added 17 points and nine rebounds. Jeff Moore added 10 offthe bench, while Collier chipped in eight points and eight re­ bounds in his second game since replacing Moore in the starting lineup. Reese said one of the keys to the victory was that given the furious pace of the game, he was able to go to his bench early and often. “We try to play 10 guys,” he said. “They all like to get a piece of the action. We count on everyone. It was an effec­ tive team effort.” Reese also has been pleased with the play of Collier, especially since he’s been in the starting lineup. “I like to give our seniors a chance,” he said. “I’ve been happy with his play. He sees the floor very well and gets the ball where it needs to be. ” Yesh led the Vikings with 16 points, while Parks added 14, mostly off offensive re­ bounds in the first half. “They got a lot of offensive rebounds in the first half,” Reese added. “We didn’t block Parks out as well as we would have liked, and he was pushing us underneath the basket.” “In the fourth quarter, Casteele,: Stine, ' Moore and Collier started pushing back. ’ ’ Maple Valley hits the road for a non-league tilt tonight against Belding, which Reese describes as a big, physical team. “I’m anticipating a fast­ paced game,” he said. “They Maple valley Adult Education High School Completion & Vocational Classes Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. FREE to the high school graduate who is under 20 by 9/1/91. All other adults may take a class for $30.00 for 8 weeks. * ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES • MONDAY-THURSDAY Maple Valley Adult Learning Center, 204 N. Main St., Nashville 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. DAYTIME CLASSES BEGIN JANUARY 29, 1991 Classes are 31/z hours in length. You may attend classes any time during the above hours. Accounting Government Social Studies Consumers Education Math U.S. History English Reading Writing GED Preparation Science And MORE!! EVENING CLASSES • MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL 6:00-10:00 p.m. EVENING CLASSES BEGIN FEBRUARY 4, 1991 MONDAY TUESDAY Government Science Office Update Includes: Basic Math thru Algebra Basic Office Skills Computer Science Electronic Typewriters Calculators Dictaphone Word Processing New Office Procedures and more! Choice of: Intro to Computers Computer Literacy Appleworks Computerized Accounting Dan Franks of Maple Valley gives Bronson defenders a head fake during the Lions' 73-64 victory Friday night. Maple Valley is currently in second place in the SMAA conference, 'A-gome behind first-place Pennfield. are extremely aggressive. We may be able to finesse them a little bit and go back-door on them.” THURSDAY U.S. History Accounting Typing, Beg.-Adv. Woodworking & Furniture Making Word Processing, Beg. & Adv. Maple valley Community Education MAPLE VALLEY JR.-SR. HIGH SCHOOL Office Hours This Week Only: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. • 852-9275 ference play Friday night when Battle Creek St. Philip comes to town. 'A changing Population' leadership program to be held Feb. 9 On Saturday, Feb. 9, from early 1950s, the baby boomer their planning processes. Later in the morning, a 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Miller generation spurred the need Home on State Street in Eaton for new elementary and high panel of various county and Rapids, the Eaton school classrooms followed tri-county agencies will share Cooperative Extension Ser- by a decade of expansions in how they meet community vice, as part ofthe Leadership the university and college of- needs from the special homeless project in Eaton to Eaton project, will offer a free ferings and facilities. However, the baby meeting the educational needs program on “Governmental However, Services For A Changing boomers are not the only of emotionally and physically Population.” population segment that handicapped youth. At the end ofthe program, a Our Michigan population is directs where communities dynamic in that it is always and government places tour of the newly renovated changing in needs. Since the resources. Miller Home has been Mary Lou McPherson, scheduled. The public is in­ MSU Demographic program vited to attend this educational leader, will use Michigan and program. Tri-county clinic Eaton County population Advance registration is re­ scheduled by 4-H demographics Feb. 9 to pro­ quired. Call the Eaton ject community Basket as e weavng, weaving y needs for the Cooperative Extension Ser­ photography, beginning future. The implications ofthe vice at 543-2310 or 372-5594 genealogy, outdoor cooking data and population trends can to reserve a seat. Seating is and gardening techniques are help community leaders in restricted so call in early. just a few of the classes scheduled during the 4-H Tri­ County Member-Leader Workshop Feb. 9. Pre-register through the Eaton County Extension Ser­ vice office by Feb. 1 for this 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. workshop at the Mason Middle School. Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. lic. #1748 MJ Call 543-2310 or 372-5594 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM K for more details or a • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION Bffl workshop brochure. STA-RITE PUMPS BOH MWOfj & W# Welding & Machine Shop WEDNESDAY GED Preparation Writing Workshop English Reading, Writing, and Spelling Improvement The Lions, who improved to 4-1 in the SMAA and 7-3 overall, then return to con- Jr. Livestock meeting is Jan. 30 All 4-H Jr. Livestock Association members are ask­ ed to attend a special member­ ship meeting Jan. 30 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Members will review and vote on the fitting and show­ ing rule. Do-it-yourself • 11A” 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 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1991 — Page 11 Arthur C. Drake Serving Our Country Shawn E. Herman Marie Pvt. Shawn E. Her­ man, son of David E. and Sherrill J. Herman of 440 Francis St., Nashville, has completed recruit training Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. During the 13-week training cycle, Herman was taught the basics of battlefield survival. He was introduced to the typical daily routine that he will experience during his enlistment and studied the per­ sonal and professional stan­ dards traditionally exhibited by Marines. He participated in an active A Varsity club members tries to pull a very reluctant donkey back into the game. Teams played two 12-minute games and one 16-minute championship game. The Red squad beat the Blue team in the first two, wteiK «■ rjtasp®. «ib L*r i die rant i V(g ddmass । k, m «b® jjf f cdi fin lie ipi ntairtftnEu1 ( /amWji®' _ aiwIjM games 8-4 and 8-6. In the championship match, Blue came back to edge Red 12-10. At half-time children in the audience were given free Business Services Jobs Wanted BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment. D&L TELEPHONE SERVICE Residential and busi­ ness, wiring and installation, single and multi line. Licensed and Insured. 945-9672.______ ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945. BABYSITTING in my licensed day care home, Nashville and Hastings area. #FH0800908. Call anytime 852-1639. Miscellaneous GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet that room at affordable prices, $ 1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd. (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available. (616) 948-8334. Community Notices VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. AA/AL-ANON: Meetings at St. Cyrils Church Tuesdays at 8:00pm. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051 donkey rides. Varsity Club members were presented certificates of par­ ticipation by advisor Larry Filter. Sgt. Timothy Higdon 376-84-9423 L Troop, 3/3 ACR APO NY 09209 BUILDING or REMODELING? Theme chosen for 1991 Eaton Fair In the midst of winter, 4-H members are turning their thoughts to the 1991 Eaton County Fair July 20 - 27. All 4-H members or 4-H clubs may submit entries for the cover for the 1991 Eaton County Fair Book. Design en­ tries will be based on the win­ ning fair theme, “Come One, Come All and Have Some Fun at the 1991 Eaton County Fair.” Call the Extension office, 543-2310 or 372-5594, for cover dimensions and details. Entries are due Feb. 4 by 5 p.m. at the Extension office or by 7:30 p.m. to the 4-H Coun­ cil meeting at Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. 55 or older? We’ve just reduced the cost of homeowners insurance 30%! Here’s why! Our statistics show that homeowners 55 and older have fewer and less costly losses than other age groups. So it’s only fair to charge you less for your homeowners insurance. Maple Valley Community Education ENRICHMENT CLASSES TIME CLASS FEE DATE WKSPLACE INST. MONDAY Office Update* Intro, to the IBM/PC Computer Class for Kids 3rd to 8th Grade STEP/Teen Accounting* Typing Big Dollars for Your Arts & Crafts Floor Hockey • 4th to 6th Grade 6-10 p.m. $30.00 7-9 p.m. $18.00 Feb. 4 Feb. 4 8 6 MVHS MVHS Wolff Steinbrecher 3-4 p.m. 7-9 p.m. 6-10 p.m. 6-10 p.m. $13.50 no charge $30.00 $30.00 Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. 4 6 6 8 8 MVHS MVHS MVHS MVHS Hunt Hager Wolff Wolff 7-9 p.m. $12.00 Feb. 4 4 MVHS Marshall 3-4 p.m. no charge Jan. 28 1 MaplewoodHustwick 4 11 4 TUESDAY 8-9 p.m. $2.00 per session 6-7 p.m. $12.00 Jr. Karate 6-8 p.m. $20.00 Open Karate Welding & Machine Shop 6-10 p.m. $30.00 6- 10 p.m. $30.00 Computer Science* 7- 9 p.m. $15.00 Social Dancing per person Exercise ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business MaplewoodGurd Jan. Jan. Feb. Feb. Feb. 22 22 5 5 5 8 8 8 8 8 MaplewoodOSKA MaplewoodOSKA MVHS Kipp Hunt MVHS Fuller St. Meyer THURSDAY 7-8 p.m. Exercise TkbNo Pro6&/rnfbop& The I I Hecker Agency 225 North Main Nashville, Michigan physical conditioning pro­ gram and gained proficiency in a variety of military skills, including first aid, rifle marksmanship and close­ order drill. Teamwork and self-discipline were emphasiz­ ed throughout the training cycle. A 1990 graduate of Maple Valley High School, he joined the Marine Corps in September 1990. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Arthur C. Drake, son of Arthur C. Drake Jr. of 120 Sherman St., Nashville, recently returned from deployment to the Middle East in support ofOperation Desert Shield while serving aboard the aircraft carrier USS In­ dependence, homeported in San Diego. Operation Desert Shield is the largest deployment of U.S. military forces since Vietnam. The operation is in response to Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait and threat to Saudi Arabia. A 1971 graduate of Maple Valley High School, he joined the Navy in October 1971. Woodworking* Beg. & Adv. Word Processing Gymnastics Adv. Gymnastics 'Indicates there will be $2.00 per session 6-10 p.m. $30.00 Feb. 7 Feb. 7 6-10 p.m. $30.00 3-4 p.m. $40.00 Feb. 7 3-4 p.m. $40.00 Feb. 7 an extra charge for materials. MaplewoodGurd 8 MVHS Schneiderhan 8 8 8 MVHS Fuller St. Fuller St. Christie Thompson Thompson Kellogg Hustwick SATURDAY Floor Hockey 4th to 6th Grades 2-5 p.m. $5.00 Feb. 9 For Further Information or to 852-9680 Enroll, can... 852-9275 OFFICE HOURS THIS WEEK ONLY — 9:00 A.M.to 4:00 P.M. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1991 — Page 12 Where Pleasing You Pleases Us CAPISTAR 160 S. Main, Vermontville on..r. o . 726-0640 Sat. 8 to 6; Sun. 9 to 3 MID-WINTER MELTDOWN SALE! J** Turkey X— Drumsticks' America’s Finest America’s Finest Patio Steak Chuck steak Farmer Peet’s 1-lb. pkg. Herrud Ring Bologna Hot Dogs A J America’s Finest / Hamburger - Crisp California celery W Corn King Ham J 4 & Water Product PRODUCE- 3-lb. bag Shurfresh Bacon Sweet Green Seedless Mich. 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Shurfine Pancake Syrup DAIRY- SYRUP -FROZENPremium & Reg. Shurfine Tasteeos cereal Oranges 16-oz. Shurfine Happy Home Jeno's Pizzas Yoplait 4-pk. Pudding with Yogurt Dairy Fresh Chip Dip Pepp. & Combo. Jeno’s 4 Var. Asst. Asst. Var. Corn Dogs Pizza Rolls Vit. DMilk 6-oz. Dairy Fresh Mozz. Chunk Cheese Dairy Fresh Midget Longhorn Colby Cheese � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-02-05.pdf c906e9f3fcfab1e49b9708129653a779 PDF Text Text kA ** U.S. 12/30/99 Hastings Publ ic Library 121 HASTINGS. m‘ 4»58 T, F Par** N°- S. Church Street Hastings, MI. 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 19552 N^roadway,, Hastings, Mich. 49058 W, .«MG tQ SR P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Rhone 945-9554 (Ho,..ng.) The Nashville. Vol. 119 - No. 28 — Tuesday, February 5, 1991 Committee picked for long-range school planning project By Teresa J. Frith Maple Valley School Board members last week took the next step in putting together a long-range planning project proposed by Superintendent Ozzie Parks by selecting a Central Planning Committee. Parks had suggested form- ing a Central Planning Com­ mittee with several sub­ committees for study of specific areas, including building and site, transporta­ tion, food services, financial resouces, public relations, staff relations, policies and procedures, extracurricular and recreational programs and instructional programs. The latter would be divided into three sub-categories, gifted and talented, special education and vocational education. Other areas and issues could be included as needed. Each Barry Road employees decide to plow overtime when needed by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor The Barry County Road Commission Employees Association has come to the rescue of winter motorists in the county. Because of the Road Commission's financial woes, no overtime snowplowing was being done in the county this winter, except in emergency situations. But that policy was reversed Friday when workers, by a "landslide" vote, agreed to plow snow on an overtime basis in exchange for time off the job rather than extra wages. That change, approved as a contract addendum, will b# in effect from Feb. 1 through May 1, the deadline for using any accumulated compensatory time off. "I'm surprised and pleased that they (workers) took the initiative to try to settle this thing," said Road EngineerManager Jack Kineman. County trucks will now be on the roads during overtime hours when there is snowfall of four inches or more or when roads become dangerously slick or some other hazardous conditions develop. "We wont be out for every little snowflake, though," he said. On regular work days, snowplowing operations will be confined as much as possible to a regular eight-hour day unless Kineman and the road superintendent "feel that it is advantageous to work additional time or a road blocking condition exists." The Road Commission's previously implemented snow rremoval policy kept plows off the road on weekends, evenings and holidays and had been under fire in recent weeks by some members of the public, as well as some representatives of the Barry Board of County Commissioners. School officials had also publicly aired concerned about the policy that restricted plowing to between 6:45 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. except in emergency individual situations. In the wake of the policy change, Frank Mix of Hastings has decided to call off his petition drive, which sought to remove the threeman Road Commission from office. Mix had alleged that the austere snow removal policy endangered public safety. However, Mix said Monday that he plans to continue a See Road, on page 11 study committee is to be responsible for making recommendations to the Cen­ tral Planning Committee, which then will work with the Board of Education to for­ mulate long-range plans. Sixteen members were presented to the Board for ap­ proval. These included representatives from the school staffs, community members and student representatives. The board was asked to allow the Central Planning Committee to ap- prove electing members to any sub-committees formed in order to save time. As a start to the project, the board granted the Central Planning Committee approval to seek an architectural firm for consulting services during the project. The board also ap­ proved putting together a survey to allow the communi­ ty to express opinions about the long-range planning project. A meeting is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 18, at 7 p.m. to kick off the long-range plann­ ing discussions by the Central Planning Committee. In other business at last week’s special meeting, the board voted to dismiss Maple Valley High School custodian Larry Matson as a school employee effective Jan. 28. The action was taken as a result of Matson pleading no contest to a charge of fourth­ degree criminal sexual conduct. See Long-range, page 2 Maple Valley graduate serves on the front line in Desert Storm war By Teresa J. Frith While most ofthe world waits and watches the war develop via CNN or other news broad­ casts, some area residents have closer ties to the front lines. One of those residents is Suzi Hom, whose cousin, Ar­ my Staff Sergeant Tim Higdon, is serving with Operation Desert Storm. “Tim was supposed to have gone to Germany, but instead volunteered to go to Saudi Arabia,” said his cousin, Suzi. “They were sending members of his unit over in groups of six. He figured that he would be asked to go even­ tually anyway and didn’t want his wife to be in Germany alone without him.” Tim Higdon A 1986 Maple Valley High School graduate, Higdon is married and has a son and another child on the way. His wife and family are living at his duty station in Fort Knox, Ky. Along "with other members. of the Third Armour “L” Troop, Higdon first reported to San Antonio, Texas, for four weeks of desert training last September. He was then sent to Saudi Arabia on Oct. 1 as a gunner on a command track vehicle. “We last heard from Tim on the ninth ofJanuary,” said Hom. “All he could tell us was that he was somewhere on the front lines at the border.” See M.V. grad, on page 2 Kids send valentines to 'Operation Desert Storm' troops By Teresa J. Frith What do balloons, ziploc baggies and kisses have in common? All of these and more ac­ companied letters of en- Fourth graders from Mrs. Arvizu's class at Fuller Street Elementary School display the letters they have written to "Desert Storm" service members. Back row (from left) Chris Ewing, Ryan Matson, Shawn Graham, Destin Carpenter, Jerry Stutz, Nickie Howard, Lee Gould and Sara Affolder. Middle row (from left) Trisha Johnson, Leonard Hooks, Chris Magoon, Steven Frith, John Jarrard, Amber Hickey, Jessica Wymer, and Sarah Behrndt. Front row (from left) Lee Ann Stairs, Jenny Halliwill, Trish Sloan, Lisa Stampski and Sara Thompson couragement to Operation Desert Storm service members from Mrs. Arvizu’s fourth-grade class at Fuller Street Elementary School. The class recently put together a valentine letter­ writing campaign in hopes of getting letters back from military personnel serving in Saudi Arabia. “We are doing this as part of our English class,” said Mrs. Arvizu. “We had discussed doing it earlier, but decided it would be better to do it for Valentine’s Day.” The children each wrote a letter telling about themselves and their families, told their potential pen pals funny stories or about events that happened to them and drew valentine cards. Some also sent pictures of themselves. “We heard that they needed balloons to keep the sand out of their rifles and ziploc bag­ gies to keep the sand out of anything else,’’added Mrs. Arvizu. “Pre-sweetened Kool Aid wouldn’t fit into our envelopes, so we decided to send other things they might need.” Several of the students said they knew someone who has a friend or relative serving in useful information, such as Operation Desert Storm. rank, unit and social security Many of the cards showed number. bright cheery hearts and Phone numbers are: kisses that carried a message U.S. Navy: (immediate that read, “Someone in family only) 1-800-255-3808 Nashville, Michigan, loves or 1-800-732-1206 for general and cares about you!” information. The Department of Defense U.S. Marine Corps: (im­ offers 24-hour telephone mediate family only) numbers for families of ser­ 1-800-523-2694. vice members deployed in U.S. Coast Guard: Operation Desert Storm and 1-800-367-8724. for those desiring general in­ U.S. Army: formation. Callers seeking in­ 1-800-626-1440. formation about individuals U.S. Air Force: should provide the correct 1-800-253-9276. spelling of the service member’s name and other In This Issue... • Scholarship first funder ’91 is Ava Kroger Memorial .• Fourth graders find ‘reading is fun! • Desert Storm group to meet weekly • Gypsy moth workshop planned �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 5, 1991 — Page 2 Maple Valley takes part in Eaton Intermediate marketing class students. Commitment was for the enterprise the class has going. The business was sell­ expressed, goals confirmed. During the regular class ing potpourri. Board President Chuck time, the students*, discussed Gardner from Grand Ledge how current world events af­ High School calls the meeting fected business. They con­ to order. Decisions - smart tributed news articles and business, decisions - are made discussed implications. during the half, hour -of . What happens to consumer procedure. spending during conflict? New marketing strategies Why are stores like the Gap for slowing sales, a and the Limited successful treasurer’s report from Abbie when others are not? Fears of Charlotte High Instructor Tom Miller suc­ School. Matt Stanley and Kel­ cessfully involved everyone. ly Zimmerman from Potter­ Students were attentive, con­ ville, Shawnda Lott from tributing, enthusiastic. Charlotte, and Bob Cox and Students wanted to be a part of Jeannine Miller from Grand it. Ledge also take part as board “This is what vocational members. education can be at its best,” Organized committees are said Lanny Johnston, Eaton led by students Jeff Williams Intermediate School District’s (Charlotte), Tammy Shattuck Vocational Education Prin­ (Potterville), and Nicole Fisk cipal. “Positive student in­ and Diane Mikesell (Grand teraction, relevancy to the world today, expected and ac­ Ledge). Other students include ceptable behaviors explained Tim Reed and Andrew without judgment. ’ ’ The students are taking iiaaiMidiiuiiiiaaiaiiiiiiii Ward from Maple Valley, responsibility, showing in­ •• Maple Valley Athletic Boosters S Jennifer VanLake from Pot ­ Maple Valley Athletic Boosters S terville, and Charlotte itiative and creativity, I students Angela Woodwortth instructor-student interaction ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA " and Amy Wright.. is positive. They are actively This is all a very organized, learning and preparing for to­ ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.£ 5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 “ cooperative effort by all ofthe day’s workforce. The company officers con­ ducted the‘ business meeting. Minutes were read and ap­ proved, officers’ reports were presented, new business, committee reports and discus­ sions proceeded. The tone was professional, the attire appropriate, with ties and skirts. Business was conducted, ideas were generated. Most would be unaccustom­ ed to these business meetings, but those in the room were ob­ viously very comfortable, very familiar with this pro­ cess. These students were pro­ fessional, adult, they were not the kids seen in the high school hallways. What was going on here? This was the Eaton ISD Marketing Class at Lansing Community College with in­ structor Tom Miller. Every Thursday morning, there is a business meeting - an official meeting, to conduct business BINGO I iiiiiiiiNiiiiiiiiiiiiiinaiiii Nashville Ambulance Annual BENEFIT DANCE Nashville VFW Hall • 304 South State Street Music by... KYLE CHRISTOPHER Eaton ISD Marketing Class students (from left) Diane Mikesell (Grand Ledge), Tim Reed (Maple Valley High School) Long-range planners picked, Higdon can take comfort in the fact that he has the support of not only his immediate family, but the hopes and prayers of the Nashville Bap­ tist Church congregation. Previously an active member ofthe church’s youth program, Higdon was also a Maple Valley High School football captam and a member of the track team and the jazz band. “Tim is one of the finest young men to come out of our church,” said Nashville Bap­ tist Church Youth Pastor Don Roscoe. “He made a commit­ ment to Christ and struggled with how to live the Christian life among others.” Tim has continued to make his former pastor proud. “He told us that he had started three weekly Bible study groups and put together a Christmas baptisimal service while he has been in Saudi Arabia.” The church has sent support Pancake breakfast set at local church Door Prizes / 50*50 Drawing A pancake and sausage breakfast will be held Satur­ day, Feb. 9, from 7 to 10 a.m. at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. A free-will offering will be taken. The meal will be prepared and served by U.M. men. Donations: s300 Single • s500 Couple Proceeds go to buy Glucometer. HOPE TO SEE YOU THIS YEAR Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m., Wednesday: AWANA................. 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR NASHVILLE VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 304 Phillips St., Nashville Church Service 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG and Chuck Williams (Charlotte). Sun. School ....... A.M. Service ...... P.M. Service ...... Wed. Service...... 9:45 a.m. ...11a.m. .....7 p.m. .....7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe from front page letters, “care packages” of goodies and constantly prays for the safe return of not only Higdon, but all those serving in Operation Desert Storm. Several other congregation members have relatives there. “Tim definitely has the sup­ port of his family and friends,” stressed Roscoe. Still, there is a daily strain on those who wait for his return home. “We are all worried about him, especially his wife,’’says Hom. “All we can do is pray for his safe return.” Higdon writes regularly to family members and to Pastor Don Roscoe. In a recent letter to Roscoe, Tim expressed his own feel­ ings on his presence in Saudi Arabia. “I believe that God has sent me here for a reason,” wrote Higdon. “Not only has my family and our love been 301 .Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ..7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .......... 7 REV. ALAN METTLER M.V. grad serves in Desert Storm from front page Matson in early December was sentenced to a minimum of 16 months in prison in con­ nection with an incident with a female student. Matson was originally suspended with pay after charges were filed, pen­ ding the outcome of the case. In July, he was notified by school officials that the deci­ sion had been made to sus­ pend him without pay. A union grievance filed with the Board of Education in September was denied. Fourth-degree criminal sex­ ual conduct involves the use of force, but not penetration. - Auto-Home Health-Life • Compare Our Rates Call NOW 726-0580 178 South Main Vermontville PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/z mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) 6043 Scott „Rd ■. (M-79) A.M. Worship .......9:30 am. Sun. School .......11:00 a.m. Sunday School ...... 10 am. A,M. service 11 am. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE P.M. Service ............ 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE given a new strength and in­ dependence, but my relation­ ship with Jesus has been renewed.” FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 am. Church School ..... 11 am. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN ----- �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, February 5, 1991 — Page 3 Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School 'honor roll’ named Degroot, Terry Dempsey, Connie Dickinson. ’Renee Dingman, Jim ♦Ethan Berry, Keisha Edinger, Kelly Endsley, Tim Brauer, Amanda Bryans, Josh Ferrier, Matt Gates, Tricia Cerny, Darin Cheese man, Gibson, Melissa Gillean, Regina Coblentz, Delisha 9th Grade Cortright, Jeremy Duffey, ’Christina Bigelow, Donna Green, Kandy Han, Jessica Fawley, Riley Fowler, Stephanie Bouwens, Jeff Brice Hasselback, Kelly Kerri Gibson, Andy Gordon, Burpee, Cheryl Conkey, Lora Hickey, Patricia Hill, Tracy •Derek Graham, ’Corin Emery, Shannon Fawley, Hughes, Tracy Kangas. Maria Kirchhoff, Vicky Guernsey, Scott Heyboer. Jaime Gibson, Leslie Gould, Koch, Dianna Mahoney, Cor­ •Jody Hickey, ’Tracy Todd Guernsey, Jason Hary, Hickey, Zach Histed, Jay mon, Stacy Harvey, Tim ey • y Mettler, , Chris Mudry, Hokanson, Brian Hopkins, Hass, Stacey Hawblitz, Tara •Chris Musser, Matt Nehrner, Jerry Reese,, Jeremy Crystal Hubka, Hope Hughes, Hoover. Randy Jarrard, Mikki Reynolds, Carrie Root, Dawn Marty Junglas, Pete Kellepourey, Nicole Kirwin, Jones, Sara Kinyon, Amy Root, ’Amy Roscoe, ’Vikki Lindsey Krolik, Sarah Mater, Kipp, Justin Lake, Lisa Met­ Slocum, Darrel Stine, ’Leigh zger, ’Chris Miller, Jon Mit- Stine, Tracy Teneyck, Kirk •Katie McDougal. Tony Mead, Kelly Megyan, chell, Alice Moore, Ben Warner, Jacob P. Williams. 12th Grade ’Richard Monroe, Sara Mudry, ’Rudy Othmer, Almu Amador, Tammy Parish, Damon Patrick, Kristi Dwight Peebles, Cindy PotPriddy, ’Justin Quick, ter, Daniel Rasey, ’William Ashley, Angel Beards lee, ’Nicole Reid, Chad Rogers, Rooks, Miriam Schantz. Cheri Sessions, ’Brent Heather Shipman, Julie Skelton, Leah Sleeper, Stine, Jeremy Swift, Justin Bradley Smock, Amber Thrun, Shawn Vanderhoff, Snoeyink, Jacob Snow, Derek Debra White, Kelly Wilkins. 10th Grade Spicer, Amanda Starnes. Aymie Alderink, Ben Salena Stutz, ’ Andy Swartz, Becky Vedder, Chad Ashley, Dean Beardslee, Lentz Becraft, ’Kyle Booher, Wakley. 8th Grade Matthew Bowen, Joel Butler, Donita Aseltine, Dan Bryan Carpenter, Lori Bailey, John Baker, Richard Carpenter, Barbara Claypool, Baker, Rhonda Brown, Chris Cooley, Kale Dipert, Allison Burpee, Sara Conroy, ♦Dan Finkler, Julie Fisher, Jason Cook, Faith Dempsey, Michelle Gidner. Natallie Haeck, Julie ’Nate Dipert, Richard Huckendubler, Heather Dunham, Angela Gardner, Mindy Garvey, Travis Hughes, Samantha Hughes, Graham, Robin Hale, Dana Seth Kangas, Linda Hasselback, Jeff Hay, Shan­ Laymance, Carl Mazurek, Kathy Morgan, Kyle Neff, non Hoffman, Shane Howard, Andrea Hubka, Billie Jean Renee Rosin, Darcy Schantz, Jarman, Ben Kuempel, Sarah Angie Scott, Mindy Shoup, Grant Simpson, Susan Simp­ Leep. •Matthew Mace, ’Jodi son, Aaron Smith, Jeremy Smith, Jesse Snow, Tom Mazurek, Tobi Mazzoni, April McDiarmid, Daliana Snyder, Angela Tobias. 11th Grade McGhan, ’Jennifer Mit•Paul Adrianson, Steven telstaedt, Andrew Ogden, Gracie Pena, Jeff Pennington, Ainsworth, Cabe Allen, Scott Heather Philipp, Gabe Prid­ Armour, Michelle Baker, ’Janet Boldrey, Jason dy, Jennifer Ripley, Jim Skelton, Kristy Smith, Joyelle Carpenter, Rachelle Cheesemari, Mickey Collier, Stine. ’Holly Taylor, Rachel Carlene Cranmore, Sara ’Indicates all A’s. Thompson, Jason VanderVlucht, Tony VanderVlucht, Mathew Walliczek, ’Brandy Wawiernia, Matt Williams. 7th Grade I "*«llll . Sa**’”' ' httaot, kiilian a n* firitas:, djhtj dmidrtnii Tony Bouwens, Matthew Brewer, Derek Brown, ♦Emi­ ly Butler, Scott Casteele, Dana Cole, John Crane, Alen Cukon, ’Jody Degroot, Tim Edinger. Janice Eltzroth, ♦Angela Felder, ’Sheryl Finkler, Dan Franks, Andrea Gardner, Mindy Garn, Anna Goodrich, Michele Gordon, Brent Haag, Janel Hansen, Jason Hoefler, ’Debra Joostberns, Jeff Laverty, ’Helena Lehman, James Lewis, ’Nathan Lind­ sey, Paul Lingoes, ’Lisa Long, Dan Lundquist. Angie Madison, Michael Martin, Michelle McClure, ’Darla McGhan, Shannon McLaughlin, Tina Moccardine, Jody Olmstead, Kayli Orman, Dawn Othmer, Brian Pion, Terry Platte, Amy Rasey, Christine Rash, Timothy Reed, Kristin Reid, Bill Reynolds. Andy Robotham, ’Ryan Rosin, Jennifer Rounds, Polly Sayles, Levi Schantz, Buffy Secord, Jon Shank, Angela Shook, Sarah Simmpson, Tara Smith, *Tina Snedegar, ’Jennifer Swartz, Brenda Thomas, Andy True, *Kim Tutt, Andrea Ward, Nikki Wood, Tina Yost. ‘Uiankjydu The family of Mildred (Millie) Martin Grccnntan would like to thank the many friends and neighbors for their food, cards and visits while al home and in the hospital the last 6 months. A special thanks to Bennett's AFC and to Barry County Hospice for their support and care. Merle and Marlene Martin and Family William and Marilyn Hosey and Family Roger and Connie Dilno and Family Bill and Becky Ryder LISTEN TO EATON FEDERAL’S LONG PAYING C.D Kindergarten round-up set at Maple Valley ifllM The Maple Valley School District is preparing for Kindergarten Roundup. Those who have children who will be 5 years old on or before Dec. 1, 1991, may contact the appropriate school. Children who will be atten­ ding Maplewood School in Vermontville should call 726-0600. Nashville parents should call Fuller Street School at 852-9468. It is important that schools get the names of incoming students so they may plan ac­ cordingly for the next school year. All students will be given the Gesell Developmental Test during the week of May 6. The Gesell is a nationally recognized test that measures a child’s educational development. After all children have been evaluated, the teachers will meet to determine a recom­ mendation for placement in either the kindergarten or “Young Fives” program. Parents will be given an ap­ pointment time for the testing when they call to register. Each school also will be host for a story hour to give students and parents an oppor­ tunity to become better ac­ quainted with the school and the programs offered. Parents also will be given the oppor­ tunity to sign up for this at the time they call. 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FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office — Charlotte — 543-3880 Nashville — 852-1830 Eaton Rapids — 663-1551 Olivet —749-2811 IvltlK LENDER t«U*l OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30; Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Volley News, Nashville. Tuesday, February 5, 1991 — Page 4 First scholarship 'funder' for 1991 is Ava Kroger Memorial The first listing as a “1991 Funder” of the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation is “Ava Kroger Memorial.” Funder status is reached when $100 or more is receiv­ ed from an individual or in memory or honor of someone during a calendar year. Ava Kroger was one ofthe original founders who helped the dation has received over $500 MVMSF in 1987 by joining in in his memory. A name plate the first group of financial will be added to the “Patron” plaque located at Maple supporters. The newest “Patron” ($500 Valley High School. Donations in memory of cumulative) is the George Frith Memorial (also one of Mildred Martin Greenman the original founders). With have been received from Dick the recent gift from his fami­ and Rachel Weiler, Elmer and ly, the Maple Valley Junia Jarvie, the Lawrence Memorial Scholarship Foun- Musser family, Elbert and Nine students join All-State Band Nine Maple Valley students have been selected for the 1991 Lions of Michigan All­ State Marching Band. They are: four-year members Bill Reynolds, Andy True, Kristin Reid, Helena Lehman, and Jennifer Swartz; three-year members Dawn Othmer and Ryan Rosin; and two-year members Polly Sayles and Marcie Reid. In addition to these nine, Samantha Hughes was selected as an alternate. The Lions Band consists of 180 members and represents over 100 Michigan high schools. The members of this band travel to St. Johns to try out in January and again for a weekend in April and in May for rehearsals. In June there is an instensive week of rehear­ sals before the two-week tour. This year the band will travel to Australia for the Lions’ International Conven­ tion, performing in both Brisbane and Sidney. After the convevtion, the band will travel to Hawaii for perfor­ mances, tours and recreation. Dorothy Carpenter, Beatrice Wheaton, Mabie Clough, Margaret Depey, Phyllis and Duane Jarvis, Millie and Rollie Baker, and Linda J. Aldrich. Donations in memory of Ava Kroger have been receiv­ ed from Roz, David and Rebekah Lingholm, David and Mary Belz, James and Charlotte Carpenter, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, Lawrence Musser family, Bernard and Audrey Ommen, Jack and Joyce Rathbum, Elmer and Junia Jarvie, Dick and Rachel Weiler, Marion, Flossie and Roger Corey, Carol Duddles and Capt. and Mrs. P.E. Shetenhelm, Les and Virginia Fox, Jim and JoAnn Zemke, and Family of Elon “Posey” Randall, Harvey E. Randall, Paul and Ann Brewer, Larry and Nan­ cy Swan, William and Anna Randall, Larry and Jane Maplewood Elementary names ‘honor roll* 4th Grade All A’s - Erica Krolik, Joe Stadel. B Average - Nick Bumford, Jared Carpenter, Selenna Carpenter, Ben Carrigan, Richad Chaffee, Becki Conry, Aaron Dempsey, Kristin Fajnor, Amanda Farr, Bobby French, Stacie Goris, Trent Graham. Leslie Grant, Levon Ham­ mond, Jonessa Hammonds, Karl Hoover, Zac Jarvie, , Women and Families of the Armed Forces ... Melissa Mansfield, Skye Mc­ Connell, Craig McDougal, Craig Rogers, Jamie Root, Ben Shepherd, Melanie Shance, Amber Shilling, Krista Teasdale, Adam Thompson, Loren Wright. 5th Grade All A’s - Shelly Arras, Erin Booher, Brianne Haley, Katie Krive, Travis Mclntrye, Kim Pennington, Elizabeth Staton, Dawn VanderVlucht. B Average - Dan Butcher, Jeremy Campbell, Holly Car­ rigan, Emily Cerny, Brad Conroy, Rusty Cox, Brandon Cross, Jessica Dempsey, Steve Doyle, Jennifer Forquer, Lisa Gibson, Jessica Gilmore, Joheather Grant, Jason Grasman, Jenny Hoisington. Jonathan Kay, Kirsten Klinkhammer, Nick Little, Nick Milligan, Kelly Moore, Alisha Pena, Cory Pethick, Mandy Pierce, Malinda Powers, Jamie Rasey, Katrina Rasey, Dan Shipman, Beth Sleeper, Derrick Stair, Dawn Stine, Jason Thompson, Travis VanAlstine, Gideon Vanderhoff, Tim Warner, Trevor Wawierina, Erica White. 6th Grade All A’s - Devon Durkee, Misty Haley, John Nash, Melanie Wendorf. B Average - Katrina Alex­ ander, Tony Avitable, Chris Baker, Mandy Beemer, Car­ rie Blakney, Jon Bowers, Aaron Brandenburg, Corey Clouse, Kevin Conkey, Jen­ nifer Collier, Nettie Emery, Mandi Golovich, Jason Halliwill, Erin Hokanson. David Koch, Krystal Krive, Amy LaDere, Bess Ann Martiin, Jared Osborne, Ralph Petrey, Amy Parish, Ray Rathbun, Rachel Ritenburgh, Derek Sadler, Tammy Seybold, Brady Simpson, Kristina Spotts, Casey Smith, Nicholas Thompson, Mason Trowbridge, Stacy VanTyle, Heidi Vedder, Matt Williams, Mary Woodman. SPECIAL SAVINGS ON REPLACEMENT WINDOWS man-made resister to heat and cold. Maintenance free — won’t peel, chip, swell or rot — no painting! Easy cleaning — clean both sides of nearly all styles from indoors. Custom fit — made to your specifications: minimizes installation time, hassles, and expenses. Quiet comfort — outside noises cut down up to 50%. Beauty — improves both the appearance and value of your home. 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Olmstead, and Mrs. James (Darlene) Randall. Don Skedgell Memorials have been received from Jerry and Sharon Reese, Lawrence Musser family, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, and the Wednesday Night Bridge Club: K. Marsh, D. Betts, S. Sours, L. Arnold, J. Jarvie, M. Fisher and G. Montgomery. The Lawrence Musser Family also contributed in memory of Delores Cole. School Lunch Menus Fuller St. School Wednesday, Feb. 6 Hotdog and spaghettios, green beans, pears, butter sandwich. Thursday, Feb. 7 Pizza, peas, pineapple. Friday, Feb. 8 Tacos/chips, lettuce/cheese, applesauce, jelly sandwich. Monday, Feb. 11 Cirspito/cheese, peas, pear. Tuesday, Feb. 12 Hotdog/bun, french fries, fruit mix, Granola bar. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Wednesday, Feb. 6 Hot dogs, potato chips, bak­ ed beans, pears, cookies. Thursday, Feb. 7 Taco’s w/lettuce and cheese, peas, peanut butter sandwich, apples. Friday, Feb. 8 Sloppy Joe’s on a bun, french fries, pickles, fresh fruit. Monday, Feb. 11 Bar-B-Q Ribs, mashed potatoes, green beans, bread LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville and butter, peaches. Tuesday, Feb. 12 Chili, crackers, peanut but­ ter sandwich, pears, birthday cake. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Jr .-Sr. High School Wednesday, Feb. 6 ♦Salad, *Spaghetti, *Tuna sandwich, green beans, ap­ plesauce, roll and butter. Thursday, Feb. 7 ♦Salad, *Fishwich/bun, ♦Corn Dog, peas, fruit cocktail, roll and butter, salad bar. Friday, Feb. 8 ♦Salad, *Pizza, com, fruit juice. Monday, Feb. 11 ♦Salad, *Burritos sauce/cheese, green beans, pear, cookie. Tuesday, Feb. 12 ♦Salad, *Tuna and Noodle Casserole, *Sloppy Jo/bun, peas, plums, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. MSU 4-H horse benefit clinic set for Feb. 9 The 14th annual 4-H Horse Benefit Clinic will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 9 at the Michigan State University Livestock Pavilion. The featured speaker will be Dave Moore of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Moore and his wife, Kim, run a successful show stable in Fort Lauderdale. They have produced more than 65 na­ tional and world champions as well as numerous national high point youth and non-pro riders. Moore will concentrate on his step by step method of training the western perfor­ mance horse, and will demonstrate fitting and show­ ing the halter horse. Hints on training the English pleasure horse will also be included. The event is open to the public and is sponsored by the MSU Horse Judges Advisory Committee. Reservations are not re­ quired, but a donation of $5 per person will be requested at the door. Proceeds will go to the Michigan 4-H Foundation, and will be used to support Michigan 4-H horse programs. ’on units over 33". 36" (or bays or bows for the Month of February SHAMPOO & SET W/HAIRCUT........... hometown; Thelma Stewart memorials were received from Gretchen Schnepp, Hope Moran and Roy Schnepp. The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation is a tax-exempt charitable organization established to provide scholar­ ships to Maple Valley graduates from interest earned on donated money. For further information, contact Junia Jarvie, Box 715, Nashville 49073. (ESOK CREDIT RNANONG AVAILABLE 852-0882 PLUS ... 1 FREE Drawing every week. Dinner for two - Country Kettle Flowers from Mapleleaf Florist Certificate from Good Time Pizza 2 Passes to the Hastings Cinema $ -g #XQ0 ......... 1U Styles-R-Us 224 Main. Nashville 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 5, 1991 — Page 5 Fourth graders show younger students that "reading is fun J-Ad Graphics News Service The children sit quietly, nestl­ ed around an older boy as he reads from a storybook. Each child seems on the edge of his seat as he or she waits for the outcome of to­ day’s adventure. Each day at 12:10 p.m., top readers from Pat Hansen’s fourth-grade class read to students in grades from developmental kindergarten to second as part of a project recently started in their classroom. “Nineteen students in my top reading class auditioned in h StJ front of the class before being chosen for this project,” ex­ plained Hansen. “Each reader picks a book on his own that is fun to read and in the appropriate age group of the class he or she will read to.” The project, which started last week, allows teachers in grades DK to second to sign up for one or two readers each day during the lunch hour. During the course of the week, the readers win visit the classes that have signed up and read to them. “The readers do an ex­ cellent job,” commented S <1 aSti S-s: >11 first-grade teacher Mrs. Rivest. “It’s important for younger children to see role models and know that some day they too will read that well. ” Hansen said she feels the project has brought positive results. “The children get the ex­ perience ofbeing in front of a group. This helps them to build self-confidence and self­ esteem.” Those who read to Mrs. Gray’s special education class also receive a permanent reminder of their visit. “Our class always writes the reader a thank-you letter and draws pictures of the story that was read to us,’’said Mrs. Gray. The daily reading sessions are expected to go on for about two more months. Fourth-grader Kevin Aspinall reads to Mrs. Rivest's first-grade class at Fuller Street Elementary. He and other top readers in Pat Hansen's class read to younger children each day during their lunch hour. * menu and coming events set s Wednesday, Feb. 6 *ft.s Beef tips with graVy, mash­ ed potatoes, green beans, bread, applesauce. Mi* ftin k. Thursday, Feb. 7 Sloppy Joes, California blend, com, jello. Friday, Feb. 8 Chop suey, broccoli, rice, pineapple. a*’ ft Monday, Feb. 11 * Pork patty, beets, mashed potatoes, bread, apple chunks. Tuesday, Feb. 12 Turkey stew, waxed beans, fruit, biscuits. «a ft*. . Events ft ft WWW 11 ftMuita, at site, Rftaiw nt tttatttai id t nW miniffln tasi Richard Singer, a student in Mrs. Gray's special education class at Fuller Street School, presents fourth grader Brandon Phoenix with a thank-you letter and picture. Brandon is part of Pat Hansen's reading group that reads to younger children each day during their Wednesday, Feb. 6 Hastings, cards; Delton, blood pressure, poetry. Thursday, Feb. 7 Nashville, bingo. Friday, Feb. 8 - Nashville, popcorn. 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All had one thing in com­ mon: a friend or family member serving with Opera­ tion Desert Storm. “We’re not here to cry,” emphazised Connie Turbin, organizer of From the Heart, a Desert Storm support group that meets in Charlotte. “We are here to share information and help each other cope with the situation.” Turbin, whose son is in Saudi Arabia, started From the Heart on Thursday, Jan. 17. With the help of the Historical Society in Charlotte, she received per­ mission to meet Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Eaton County Courthouse. “The group is growing each week,” added Turbin. “The first meeting we had about 27 people and now we are getting about 50.” Open to anyone in the area who has an interest in coming to a support group, From the Heart has several members from the Vermontville area. One is Karen Gierzak, whose son, Mike Frisbee, is in Saudi Arabia. “Everyone here is going through the same thing,” said Gierzak. “We all need to talk about it.” Meetings start with the pledge of allegiance to the flag. After that, anM We would like to introduce... TONI CAMBRIC ... to our staff. "The Mirrors image" U.P6 wiuoke iujad6lv Hair stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 Monday thru Saturday 9 a.m. to ? =5} The Ole Cookstove PRIME RIB SPECIAL Choice of potato, vegetable, soup or salad, choice of dessert. - 4:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. 174 SOUTH MAIN, VERMONTVILLE Phone 517-726-1144 Two members of From the Heart, a Desert Storm support group, help set up the refreshment table at the weekly meeting. From the Heart leader Connie Turbin speaks to tne group aunng last I nursday's meeting. From the Heart is a support group open to anyone who has a friend or loved one serving in Operation Desert Storm. FAMILY RESTAURANT Friday, Feb. 8 & Saturday, Feb. 9 £ % nouncements are given to up­ date the war situation or give general information. Mostly, everyone just talks to each other and shares what is most on their minds. “It’s good to just hear so­ meone else talk about the same things and know so­ meone else is going through die same thing that you are,” said one member. From the Heart also receives support from Army Staff Sergeant Rick Ott of the Armed Forces Recruiting Of­ fice in Charlotte. He attends the weekly meetings and of­ fers information from a military angle. In future meetings they plan to bring in a stress manage­ ment counselor to speak to members and help them learn to deal with being separated from loved ones. “We hope to be able to dis­ band the group as soon as possible,’’says Turbin. “We want our families back home.” Until that happy occasion is a reality, From the Heart will continue to meet. A daytime group called Heart to Heart meets Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. “When all of this is over and everyone is back home with their families, we’d like to have a big party, ’ ’says Tur­ bin. “But until then, we plan to keep happy thoughts and try to remain positive. Help with fuel bills available for needy Capital Area Community Services Inc. is accepting ap­ plications for the Targeted Fuel Assistance program. The TFA program helps low-income families with fuel bills by paying up to $200 to eligible clients. Those who have their heating payments vendored directly to a utility company, fuel oil dealer or other home NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK To Our Members: Notice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting of Members of Eaton Federal Savings Bank will be held at the home office of the Bank, 236 South Cochran, Charlotte, Michigan at 10:00 o’clock in the morning on Wednesday, February 20, 1991 for the election ofDirectors and the transaction of such other business that may properly come before the meeting. energy supplier are not eligi­ ble for TFA payments. Those who do qualify are households that meet both in­ come and program guidelines. Households must have an annual heating cost greater than 10 percent of the household’s annual income. Renters with heat included in their rent payments, who have these costs exceeding 60 per­ cent of their income also are eligible. Households also must have annual incomes equal to or less than 85 percent ofpoverty guidelines. 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MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE • Ph. 852-2070 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 5, 1991 __Page 7 Cub Scouts hold annual Pinewood Derby Thirty Cub Scouts from Vermontville’s Pack No. 649 raced in the 1991 Pinewood Derby Jan. 16. Each boy had been given a derby kit, from which he cut, painted and decorated his own race car. The competition was a triple-elimination race. Boys raced within their dens and then participated in the overall pack race. Medals for overall pack race winners went to first place Ben Carrigan, second place Jason Carrigan, and third place Travis Shance. These boys are now eligible to race in the District Pinewood Derby. Individual den awards are as follows: Tiger Cubs - first place Nate Jarvie, second place, Josh Grasman, third place, Timothy Smith, Best of Show, Josh Grasman; Best Paint, Jacob Skelton; Most Original, The Eaton County Sheriff’s Department located Harry Ray Leiter, who had been reported as missing Jan. 7 from Charlotte. Leiter was located after following up on information received from the Ionia Coun­ ty Sheriff’s Department. He was located Jan. 29 in the mid-Michigan area. Leiter gave no specific reason for his leaving. Winners in the Cub Scout Pack No. 649 Pinewood Derby were (from left) Ben Carrigan, first place; Jason Carrigan, second; and Travis Shance, third. From Our Readers Millie Martin Greenman leaves behind memories To the editor: Masonic Hall in Charlotte. In Word has reached us of the those days Millie was pro­ death of a special person and viding the wonderful meals friend, Millie Martin for which she was famous. Bustling around as always, Greenman. I had the privilege oftalking she came along behind my to her by phone in a hospital in chair and stopped for a mo­ Battle Creek. That phone call ment to chat. Then she said, will always be a cherished and “And how is your wife?” (Of special part of my personal course she knew Rosa). I replied that she was fine. memory. A few minutes later she She, though very ill, recognized my voice im­ came around again and laugh­ mediately. She said that things ed and said, “You know, you were not going well and then are one of the few people I said something to the effect dare ask a qustion like that. A that her “old heart was play­ few weeks ago I asked the same question of a person I ing out.” I said, “Millie, it’s an awful have known for a long time big heart that you have always and he said, ’Oh, we are separated and divorced.’” poured out to others.” Millie won the hearts of all Her voice faltered as she responded, “Yes, I gave it my who knew her. The warm per­ sonality, the love and compas­ all.” Then I had a prayer with her sion that was an integral part and we left her in the Hands of of her earthly life will live in the Lord, whom she had our memory to both comfort and challenge our own lives. always trusted. Now she is a part of the There is also an amusing bit ofmemory connected with my heritage of historic friendship with Millie. A Vermontville. Sincerely, number of years ago I was Edgar Fleetham with Eaton County and public Sunfield officials at a dinner in the Information about local serviceman is incorrect Dear sir: I have seen two articles in your papers, the Maple Valley News and the Reminder and I would like to set something straight. My son, Daniel L. Ham­ mond is not on the U.S.S. Saratoga, nor is he in Saudia Arabia, nor is he in Mayport, Fla., is not a Chief Petty Of­ fice 1st Class. Missing Charlotte man found Jan. 29 He is just a chief in the Navy, and there is a difference. Chief Daniel L. Hammond is a computer operator station­ ed at Jacksonville, Fla., and that is all. I’d appreciate it if you do not print any more about thim from now on. Geraldine G. Hammond (Daniel’s mother) Nashville Shaker Items ' one adnsscn with each ad Webelos Den 2 & 3 - fitst place, Jason Grasman; second place, Jonathon Kay; third place, Jim Thornton; Best of Show, Jason Grasman; Best Paint, Jonathon Kay, and Most Original, Jim Thornton. $5.88 |C BUTLER NYQUIL ADULT TOOTHBRUSH 6 0Z. ROLLFOR iZ..... $3.29 ASSORTED SIZES Rep. Fitzgerald has perfect attendance State Representative Frank M. Fitzgerald (R-Grand Ledge) earned a perfect atten­ dance record for the 1989-1990 legislative term. Fitzgerald was present for all 213 House sessions con­ ducted the last two years. In addition, for the 1989-1990 legislative ses­ sion, Fitzgerald answered 1,779 of a total of 1,840 roll call votes for a percentage of 96.68. The votes which he missed were taken on the mor­ ning his son was bom in late September 1990. “Attending Session to vote on behalf of Eaton County residents is a vital part of my job as state representative,” said Fitzgerald. “I am proud to have maintained a perfect record of attendance during my four years in the house.” Fitzgerald has represented Eaton County residents in the Michigan House of Represen­ tatives since Jan. 1, 1987. Dried Flowers Present This Ad Receive 500 OFF Bvgalii riadiiio th* WMk CONDITION iiil HAIRSPRAY 7 OZ. OR MOUSSE 6 0Z. SHOW TOES: 5 pm-9 p.m. 9am.-5pm Sunday. February 17,11 am. - 4 p.m. ► Decoys < COLGATE HFhuT.Coolldd&SCoov9eh Mediicain* A REGULAR, EXPECTORANT Inotninic ’U1CIORAN1 OR DM FORMULAS 4 0Z.____________$2.99 DORCOL CHILDREN’S COUGH SYRUP 4 0Z. $2.99 TRIAMINICOL M/S SYRUP 4 0 $3.33 IX 89 TOOTHPASTE FAMILY SIZE 6.4 0Z. COLGATE PUMP 4.5 OZ. 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Wolf Den 4 - first place, Jason Carrigan; second place, Corey Williams; third place, Abe Clauchety-Amold; Best ofShow, Jason Carrigan; Best Paint, Brandon Kay; Most Original, Abe ClauchetyAmold and Best Use of Ac­ cessories, Corey Williams. Bear Den 5 & 6 - first place, Travis Shance; Second place, Nick Baker; third place, Matt Emery; Best of Show, Nick Baker; Best Paint, Jeremy Wagner; Most Original, Matt Emery, and Best Use of Accessories, Jeremy Rasey. Webelos Den 1 first place, Ben Carrigan, second place, Craig McDougal, third place, Zac Jarvie; Best of Show, Craig McDougal; Best Paint, Joe Stadel; Most Original, Zac Jarvie, and Best Use of Accessories, Ben Carrigan. * Salt Glaze Pottery <* Quilts 1> Copper J American Memories, he. 88160 Celery Center Road Decatur. M 49045 (61 * Stenciling 1 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 5, 1991 — Page 8 Baseball Card Club started at Kellogg Elementary School By Teresa J. Frith How do you find out which card is worth more — a 1982 Pete Rose card or a 1988 Detroit Tigers Dan Petry card? You could look it up in a current baseball card pricing guide, but a group of students at Kellogg Elementary have found a way that’s more fun. On the last Tuesday of each month, the Nashville Baseball Card Club meets after school in the Kellogg Elementary School gymnasium. Open to boys and girls from fourth grade to high school age, the club now has about 30 members. “We started the club in November,” says advisor Bob Harvey. “My son was given a set of baseball cards and that got him interested in them. Also, we knew a lot of other kids who had cards. So I asked Mrs. Nancy Potter (Fuller Street and Kellogg Elementary School Principal) for permission to start meeting here.” During a typical meeting members compare each other’s cards, look up their value, trade cards, and talk about upcoming baseball card shows in Michigan. “I usually have the kids write down the card that they want to look up in the pricing book instead of bringing the card to the meeting,” explains Harvey. “That way the original card won’t get damaged or lost during the school day.” He added, “Trades are done strictly by trading cards of equal value only. No money is involved. If a member has a card he wants to trade that is worth, say 50 cents, then the other person must come up with another card or cards that the total value is also 50 cents.” Harvey, who also coaches baseball and basketball at Kellogg School, eventually would like to organize a baseball card show for the club. Recently, some of the members attended a baseball card show in Battle Creek. Anyone interested injoining the Baseball Club should plan to attend the next meeting Feb. 26. Nashville Baseball Card Club members meet each month to discuss their hob­ by, They are (back row from left) Cody Page, David Taylor, Marshall Magoon, Trent Harvey, Chris Easy and Andy Olsen. Front row (from left) Steven Frith and Terrence Augustine. Fuller Street students have hearing tested by Health Dept. J-Ad Graphics News Service A little boy’s face got serious as he listened intently for sounds coming from the headphones covering his ears. Suddenly, he brightened and raised his arm trium­ phantly. He had heard the tone and successfully com­ pleted his hearing test. Such was a typical scene last week Monday and Tues- day at Fuller Street Elemen­ tary School, as students in kindergarten, second and fourth grades had their hear­ ing checked. Tests were con­ ducted by Mrs. Sue Dunham, hearing technician for BarryEaton District Health Depart­ ment, in cooperation with the county schools and the Michigan Department of Health. VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS The Vermontville Village Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Thursday, February 7, 1991 at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Office for the purpose of fil­ ing a Notice of Intent for grant monies through the Communities in Transition Grant Program.. VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL All public and non-public schools in Barry and Eaton counties each year are includ­ ed in the hearing conservation program. Hearing screening tests are given to selected grades, but students of any age may be screened on re­ quest by a teacher or parent. This year students in kindergarten, second, fourth and sixth grades were selected for tests. The purpose of such testing is to identify children who have any sort of hearing losses. Early detection of such problems means a faster solution. Between three and four of every 100 Michigan children have either a detectable hear­ ing loss'Of an ear condition that causes them problems. While a parent or teacher may not notice that a child has a hearing loss, tests using special equipment can. If any child is found to have a potential problem, a second more detailed test will be given to determine how serious it is. Ifa child needs to go to a clinic for these tests, there is no charge for the service. Extension Homemakers plan Tour of Taste'Feb. 14 As the war rages in the Middle East, Americans find themselves coming in close contact with many nations with differing traditions and philosophies. One ofthe ways to develop a common ground is to invite visitors or guests to partake in food and beverage. REGISTRATION NOTICE FOR VILLAGE GENERAL ELECTION MARCH 11, 1991 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 elec­ tion, receive for registration 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 THE VILLAGE HALL The Eaton County Exten­ sion Homemakers invite the public to a “Tour Of Taste,” to enjoy for the first time perhaps, specialty foods from China, Turkey, Greece, Mex­ ico , Haiti and the Netherlands. The morning program will be held at the First Baptist Church in Charlotte Thursday, Feb. 14, from 9 30 to 11 a.m. Jo Voorhorst, originally from the Netherlands, 'has agreed to share about family life in her former country and demonstrate a common winter dish called Boerenkool. Each participant will have an opportunity to enjoy a sam­ ple plus take a taste tour of ethnic dishes prepared by county Extension Homemakers. Cost is $2 per person. Advance registration is re­ quired. Call the Eaton Exten­ sion Office at 543-2310 or 372-5594 to reserve a seat. Free babysitting is available. When making a reservation, indicate if babysitting will be needed. Registration fees will be paid at the door. Kindergarden student Adam Brock listens closely to Sue Dunham's instructions during hearing tests con­ ducted at Fuller Street Elementary School last week. Auto • Farm • Home • Health Business • Life • Semi-Trucks TOBIAS-MASON Insurance Agency 852-2005 • Dick Tobias Copies Available 10* each FEBRUARY 11, 1991 — LAST DAY The 30th Day Preceding Said Election As provided by Section 498, Act No. 116, Public Acts of 1954 As Amended at 206 N. Main Street, Nashville For the purposes of REVIEWING and REGISTRATION and REGISTER­ ING 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 remain­ ing such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. 1 - 1 YEAR TERM VILLAGE TRUSTEE 3 - 2 YEAR TERM VILLAGE TRUSTEES Rose Heaton, Village Clerk stings Sanitary Service, | 945-4493 or 1-800-866-4493~| Serving Hastings & Barry County Communities Since 1950 • 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings • COMMERCIAL - RESIDENTIAL - INDUSTRIAL Clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK UPS • MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS LANDFILL Open to Public Tuesdays and Saturdays 8-5 90 Gallon Kart Service Available �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 5, 1991 __Page 9 Obituaries Norma Jean “Jeannie” (Black) Hinkle Inder M. Greenfield HASTINGS Inder M. She was a member of the Greedfield, 88 of 5790 S. First Baptist Church, Balti­ Bedford Road, Hastings, more Township Extension passed away Monday, January Club. 28,1991 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Greenfield is survived Mrs. Greenfield was bom on by two sons and daughters-inJuly 30, 1902 in Columbia, law, Lawrence and Eleanor Louisiana, the daughter of Greenfield ofNashville, Maur­ Beldon and Nina (Woodin) ice and Patricia Greenfield of Nettles. Hastings; six grandchildren, She came to Carlton Center 17 great-grandchildren; five area of Barry County as a great-great grandchildren. teenager and graduated from She was preceded in death Hastings High School in 1920. by her husband, LaFloy in She was married to LaFloy 1970; one sister, Thelma Greenfield on August 2, 1920. Johnson. She was employed as a Funeral services were held seamstress for many years, as a Saturday, February 2 at Hast­ mechanic at Ft Custer during ings First Baptist Church with World War II. She and her Reverend James Barrett husband later owned and oper­ officiating. ated Greenfield’s Deer Park Memorial contributions South ofHastings on M-37 for may be made to Barry County many years. She was an avid Humane Society. camper and traveller, camping Arrangements were made throughout the United States by the Wren Funeral Home of and travelled abroad Hastings. extensively. Maurine Chase HASTINGS Maurine Chase, 90 of 235 East Grant Street, Hastings, passed away Tuesday, January 29, 1991 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Chase was bom on July 28, 1900 in Freeport, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Riegler) Smelker. She was raised in the Free­ port area and attended Freeport schools, graduating from Free­ port High School. She went on to attend Barry County Normal receiving her teachers certification. She was married to Gerald Steinke in 1928, he preceded her in death in 1935. She then married Eldon (Edge) Chase on June 30, 1956. Her employment included: two years as a Hastings Trea­ surer, manager of the former Frandsens and later Paramalee’s Ladies Retail Clothing Store in Hastings for many EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm stock a complete line of... We • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE MADISON HEIGHTS Norma Jean “Jeannie” (Black) Hinkle, 56 ofMadison Heights and formerly of Nashville passed away Friday, January 25, 1991 at Oakland General Hospital in Madison Heights after she was striken at home. Mrs. Hinkle was bom in Nashville, the daughter of Helen (Ritchie) and Raymond Black. She was the niece of Mrs. Elizabeth Wilcox. She was a graduate ofBattle Creek Central High School. She worked in Oakland Gener­ al Hospitals medical records department for the''past 23 years. She was a member ofthe Order ofEastern Star, Femdale Post 460. Mrs. Hinkle is survived by her husband, Melvin E. Hinkle; daughters, Patricia J. Pate ofFemdale and Sharon K. Pate of Madison Heights; a son, Donald M. Hinkle of Femdale; brothers, Bernard C. Black of Belmond, Iowa and Raymond A. Black Jr. of Athens; a sister, Geraldine R. years, retiring in 1962. Dehorty of Highland, Califor­ Mrs. Chase is survived by nia; seven grandchildren. her husband Eldon (Edge) Funeral services were held Chase; one daughter, Mrs. Monday, January 28 at the William (Mary) Hecker of Spaulding-Curtin Funeral Nashville; five grandchildren, Home, Ferndale. Burial was at six great-grandchildren; sister, Nashville Lakeview Katie Foreman of Hastings. Cemetery. He is also preceded in death by son David Steinke in 1984; granddaughter, Terese Dean in Jr. High B-Ball 1984 and two brothers, Russell tourney to begin and Donald Smelker. Funeral services were held The first Maple Valley Thursday, January 31, at the Wren Funeral Home with Junior High basketball tourna­ Pastor Lester DeGroot officiat­ ment is scheduled for Feb. 4 ing. Burial was at Freeport through Feb. 7, with the finals to be held Saturday, Feb. 16. Cemetery. An eight-team field includes Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimers Bath, Laingsburg, Potterville, Lansing Christian, St. Philip, Disease Foundation. Saranac, Olivet and the host Lions. Second-round games will be Thank You played Wednesday. If the CARD OF THANKS: Maple Valley seventh grade Many thanks to all my friends team wins Monday’s game for the thoughts, cards, prayers against Laingsburg, it will and well wishes that I received meet the winner of the Lans­ during my sickness and hospiliing Christian-Bath contest at zation. God Bless you all. 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, other­ Tecla Snow wise they will play a consola­ CARD OF THANKS tion game the same day at We wish to express our heart­ 4:15. felt appreciation for all the kind­ If the eighth grade team nesses shown us during the loss tops Laingsburg on Monday, of our loved one, Donald it will then play a semi-final Skcdgcll. game Wednesday at 8 p.m. If Phyllis Skedgcll it loses, the consolation game Ann and Dick Ewing will be played at 5:30 Glenn and Jackie Ewing Wednesday. Matt, Lori and Victoria Ewing All teams will play again on Beth Ewing Feb. 16 in either a consolation THANK YOU bracket game or a champion­ The family of Ava Kroger ship game. For matchups, wishes to thank everyone for the please consult next week’s kindnesses shown our mother Maple Valley News. and grandmother. Especially to Admission to the tourna­ Linda and her wonderful staff at ment will be $2, with all pro­ River Inn AFC, the Medical ceeds going to the track fhnd. Facility 2nd floor nurses and Dr. Lccscr for all their care. To her church family which was such an important partofher life, Rev. Youngs for his comforting words and the UMW for the luncheon. To our own many dear friends for all the cards and support, we thank you. We arc secure in our hearts that she is at peace. John and Mary Rodrigucz John and Marilyn Halas Fred and Jayne Rodriguez Crista and Jeff Randy and Lori Rodrigucz Douglas and Wendy Rodrigucz and John Douglas Greg and Kim Rodriguez Mark and Kayla Kathryn and Karen Halas Billy Graham film will be shown at Peace United Methodist church "Cry From the Mountain," a film produced by the Billy Graham min­ istry, will be shown at 6:30 p.m. Sunday (Feb. 10) at Peace United Methodist Church, located 3.5 miles west ofNashville. The movie is an adventure film that takes place in the majestic wilderness of Alaska. Scene after scene portrays the beauty and wildlife ofthis "last frontier" state. "Cry From the Mountain," a World Wide Pictures production by screenwriter Daniel L. Quick, centers around the Sanders family. Larry Sanders takes his 10-year-old son Cal on a camping trip where he is to break the news that he and his wife Carolyn are getting a di­ vorce. Meanwhile, Carolyn, Pets RETURN OF 3 YOUNG DOGS (2SHEPERD-MIX& 1 BLACK LAB) AND, OR KNOW­ LEDGE OF THEIR WHERE­ ABOUTS, THEY HAVE BEEN MISSING 2 WEEKS. 517-852-9162. Eight used 10:00x20 Mud and Snow Tires & Tubes. Removed from Fire Truck. May be seen at Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Fire Station in Nashville. Contact Justin Cooley or Douglas Yarger. 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Property is rolling and has creek and trees. Maple Valley Schools. (CH-355) NASHVILLE - Older 2 HR mobile home and gara'L ^op build­ ing on 2 lo> Q^jse to Carl's “COUNTRY HOME” ON 2.3 ACRES VACANT LAND: I WILL PAY $100.00 REWARD FOR THE BOY, Mike and Kim (Smith) Twarozynski of Lansing, an­ nounce the birth of their son, Eric Michael, on Jan. 2, 1991. He weighed 6 pounds and 10 ounces. Grandparents are Thad and Margaret Twarozynski of East Lansing and Tim and Bessie Smith of Nashville. Great grandparents Ed and Edna Smith of Nashville and Burton and Carmen Ebersole of St. Augustine, Fla. 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Wanted WANTED: LAND TO RENT It’s a boy!!! ~ — FOR SALE — MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate WANTED: Family information in Woodland, Lake Odessa, Vermontville and Nashville area. 616-367-4846. Rd. The movie will last 72 minutes and a time for shar­ ing will follow. There is no admission cost, but a free­ will offering will be ac­ cepted. Everyone is welcome to view the film. For more in­ formation about the movie or other ministries, call the parish office at (517) 852­ 1993. National Ads $23,700 PER YEAR to start, plus benefits. US Postal Service & US Government soon to accept applications. For exact exam and application informa­ tion in the Hastings area, Call 1-900-446-6779 ext 4317, 6am-8pm, 7 days, $12.95 fee. HOSPITAL JOBS: start $6.80/hr, your area. No experi­ ence necessary. For information call 1-900-226-9399 ext. 1885, 6am-8pm 7 days. $12.95 phone fee. near MV High School. 6 room, 2 story, 3 bedroom home, sets high with mature trees. Call for appointment to see! (CH-358) on Carl Don Troulwinc or wife Beulah Pearl Kellogg. 945-5575. filled with bitterness and un­ able to forgive her husband for an affair he has had with a woman in his office, con­ siders the option of having an abortion. Through a life-threatening accident and an old hermit living in a deserted mining camp, the course of events is changed for the Sanders. James Caven plays Jonathan, the old hermit who is caretaker of the de­ serted mining camp, and lives alone with his dog Jake. The old man resents the intrusion of Larry and Cal, but eventually comes to share his Christian faith. Other characters are portrayed by Wes Parker, Rita Walter, Chris Kidd and Coleen Gray. Billy Graham also appears with a message ofhope. Peace United Methodist Church is located on M-79 on the comer of Barryville APPROX. 40 ACRES - Rolling, some trees, good building sites, "country view." Located between Nashville 8 Hastings. Call Hubert Dennis. (VL-365) APPROX. 14 ACRES - Near MV High School. Good building site w/possible pond site. Call Hubert Dennis. (VL-364) 20 ACRES - PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. Market. 9 (N-371) 10 ACRES WITH POLE BARN - Maple Valley Schools. Between Hastings & Nash­ ville. Call Sandy for informa­ tion. (CH-372) NEW LISTING: 10 ACRES - Some trees on property — blacktop road east of Vermontville. (VL-373) NEAR VERMONTVILLE: 1.S ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 10 ACRES BUILDING LOTS - Black­ top road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359) IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE CON­ Nash­ ville, $37,800! 4 bedroom home. Good 2 story "family home." New roof, new vinyl siding, furnace 2 yrs. old, new wiring downstairs, many other new features. Call Hubert Dennis for details. (N-317) TRACT TERMS OFFERED SPRING BUYERS ARE LOOKING NOW!! Are You Thinking SELLING? .r BUYING? of Give us a call! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. February 5, 1991 — Page 10 Barry County Extension Eaton County ASCS director says "goodbye Linda Graham, director of Eaton County’s Agricultural Stabilization and Conserva­ tion Service, is leaving the agency and moving on to new challenges. She has been Eaton County’s ASCS director for more than 10 years and has showed interest and leader­ ship in Eaton County’s agriculture. Graham has always showed an interest in agriculture, as she was bom and raised on a farm in Levering, Mich., a small town in the northern lower peninsula. Her parents raised cattle, pigs, chickens and potatoes. She helped her parents on the farm as she was growing up and was very ac­ tive in 4-H. After graduating from high school, she attended college at North Central University for one year and then moved on to work for the State of Michigan in Gaylord. She moved again, this time to the Lansing area, where she was married and settled down and had one daughter. Graham worked for the State of Michigan for 12 years, 10 of these in the Michigan Legislature and she served as aide to the House Agriculture Committee. Eaton dairy producers honored Nearly 60 Eaton County dairy producers and family members attended the 67th annual Dairy Herd Improve­ ment Association awards ban­ quet Jan. 26 in Charlotte. The following producers were recognized for produc- tion accomplishments October 1989 to October 1990: James Lee, Grand Ledge - high herd, Ritter milk quality award, and high lifetime cow; Loren Wilmore, Charlotte high five-year average; Powers Dairy Farm, Olivet - Eaton County 4-H leaders to join tri-county workshop Several Eaton County 4-H leaders, members and families will attend the 1991 Tri­ County 4-H Workshop Feb. 9 at the Mason Middle School in Mason. Participants will include Pat, Angela, Heather and Kris Vezino; Lisa, Ben and Debbie Jackson; and Amber and Pam Luttig, all of the Golddiggers 4-H Club; Ellen, Larry, Ryan and Wade Smith of the Sun­ field 4-H Club; Bridget and Linda Shurlow of the Potter­ ville Shamrocks 4-H Club; Robbie Brown of We-RA-4-H Club; and Christina and Lynn Houghton of Island City Variety 4-H Club. They will have the chance to meet and talk with 4-H leaders, members and families from two other counties and participate in more than 20 options, including photography, rodeo, healthy food choices, poultry, paper cutting and horseless horse projects. This workshop is sponsored by the 4-H programs in Eaton, Ingham and Livingston counties. high increase herd; Ritter Farms, Potterville - high two year old cow; Ron Howard, Charlotte - high three year old cow; and Thomas Edwards, Grand Ledge - high four year old cow and high cow. The Holstein Association recognized Tonya Mott, Olivet, Walton Wonders 4-H Club, and Dan Pennington, Charlotte, the Gresham Grain Grinders 4-H Club, for their outstanding 4-H dairy work with Holstein cattle. The DHIA is a producer supported program designed to help dairy men and women to produce milk more effi­ ciently. It provides monthly production reports on each animal in the herd. These reports keep the dairy pro­ ducer informed as to which animals are “paying their way” and which animals are unprofitable and should be culled. For more information on how to participate in DHIA programs contact the Eaton County Cooperative Exten­ sion Service. JOHN DEERE DAY She then applied for a County Executive Director’s position as a trainee through tiie ASCS training program. She was hired July 28, 1980, by the Eaton County ASCS Committee and has been Eaton County’s ASCS Direc­ tor for the past 10 years. During this 10-year period, Graham has worked to help serve the fanners of Eaton County. Examples of her dedication include the 1983 PIK Program 1984, 1986, 1988 and 1989 Disaster Programs. Eaton County received a Recognition of Service Award during the 1983 PIK Program and Outstanding Service to Agriculture Award for the 1988 Disaster Program. In ad­ dition, Graham has received Recognition for 10 Years of Service. Graham says she will sincerely miss all the pro­ ducers of Eaton County and wishes everyone the best in the future. She says she has enjoyed working with the peo­ ple of Eaton County and has appreciated the support. Calendar of Events J The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: Feb. 4 - MAEH Council, Executive Board, 1:30 p.m., Full Council, 2 p.m.; at the Extension Office, in Hastings. Feb. 7 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Feb. 8-9 - West Michigan 4-H Teen Lock-In, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., Hope College, Holland. Feb. 11 - 4-H Goat Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Feb. 13 - 4-H Personal Appearance Meeting, 1 p.m., Exten­ sion Office, Hastings. Feb. 13 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. Feb. 14 - Gypsy Moth meeting for public officials (brochure available at Extension Office) Kellogg Biolgical Station. Feb. 20 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Feb. 20 - 4-H Dairy Workshop, 8 p.m., Lisa Stevens home, Hastings. Feb. 23 - State 4-H Personal Appearance Workshop, 10 a.m., MSU Union, East Lansing. Feb. 23 - 4-H Veterinary Science Open House, 2-5 p.m., Clark and Seidl Veterinary Clinic, 2265 Gun Lake Rd., Hastings. Feb. 23-24 - State 4-H Livestock Teen and Adult Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Gypsy Moth workshop planned at KBS Thursday Feb. 14 Township, village and county decision makers are in­ vited to attend a gypsy moth control workshop, Thursday, Feb. 14, at the Kellogg Biological Station, located in Hickory Corners. Michigan’s gypsy moth population is growing, and although it has not yet reached serious levels in some parts of mid-Michigan, every county will eventually be faced with a problem Specislists from Michigan State University, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Michigan Department of Agriculture will present methods for dealing with gyp­ sy moth outbreaks before they become serious. Participants will find out about the status of the gypsy moth in Michigan and learn how communities and proper­ ty owners can monitor and manage local gypsy moth populations. They will also hear about innovative ap- proaches that some com­ munities have taken, including new biological control strategies. The registration fee for the workshop is $20, which in­ cludes resource materials and lunch. Registration deadline is Thursday, Feb. 7. For more information, con­ tact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice, 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte, or phone 517/543-2310 or 372-5594. 4-H leadership workshop planned for March 9-10 in Hickory Corners Eaton County 4-H leaders and older teens are invited to attend the Southwest Regional 4-H Leadership Workshop March 9 and 10 at the Kellogg Biological Station in Hickory Comers. “ Reaching You, Reaching Me, Reaching Youth” par­ ticipants will learn more about themselves and how they work with other adults and youth. They will have the op­ portunity to increase feelings of self worth, become more aware of personal strengths and weaknesses, increase and develop personal motivation skills and goals, and improve social interaction and accep­ tance skills. Al McPherson, president of Personal Skills Management Inc. and the designer and developer of the Chrysler Manpower training program Talk about New Trends with your Old Friends at John Deere Day 1991 Drive on in to town to see what’s new and spend some time with your neighbors. It’s our way of saying “thanks for your business.” See you there. TOOLS Saturday, February 16th 10:00 a.m. Air Compressors, Air Tools, Air Accessories, Socket Sets, Se s, Power ower Tools, oos, Auto u Equipment, Body Tools, Wood Working Equipment, Tool Boxes & Cabinets, Drill Press and Accessories, Vises, Fans. at... foOLSALTs JOHN DEERE will presenst his thoughts and ideas on these topics. There will be mini workshops designed to help leaders and older teens apply the thoughts and theories presented by McPherson. They will include coping with life’s changes, getting to know the Earth’s peoples, “Cameras, Kids and Creativity” and our common earth presented by MSU 4-H staff and resource people. The workshop is open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap. Pre-registration is required by Feb. 15 at the Extension office. The .cost is $45 for both days or $30 for commuters. For Sale Automotive 1988 S-15 GMC JIMMY loaded, asking $8500, 517-726-1310. COBB & [&w CM Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. uc. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • VA” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-057 tCLRit MUtHUQISt 3 Miles Noth of 1-96 oh M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville K DH �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, February 5, 1991 — Page 11 Maple Valley Lions place fourth at SMAA wrestling match The Maple Valley wrestling team finished fourth at the S.M.A.A. meet, bolstered by top four finishes in 11 of the 13 individual weight classes. The meet, which was held at Maple Valley High School, was won by Battle Creek Pennfield with 218.5 total points. Bronson finished second with 126 points, followed by Olivet with 115 and the Lions with 84.5. Maple Valley posted par­ ticularly strong performances in some of the lower weight classes, as Chris Varney (103), Jack Cripe (112), and Jesse Snow (119) all finished second. Aaron Patrick also was a runner-up at 135, as was Brett Flower at 152. Brian Benner (140) and Dan Finkler (145) finished third in their respective weight classes. Grant Simpson, Tom Snyder, Andy True and Willis Rugg all posted fourth-place finishes. The Lions lost a dual meet to Pennfield Jan. 24 by a 65-8 score. Simpson and Pennfield’s Brett Williams wrestled to a 2-2 draw at 125, while Patrick pinned Brian Clark in 4:26 for Maple Valley High School WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, FEB. 5 • Fresh., J.V., Var., Boys Basketball, Away, Bellevue, 4:30 p.m. • Jr. High Boys Basketball Tournament, Home, 4:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 6 • Wrestling Districts, Away, Delton • Jr. High Boys Basketball Tournament, Home, 4:00 p.m. THURSDAY, FEB. 7 • J.V. & Var. Volleyball, Away, Olivet, 6:30 p.m. • Fresh. Boys Basketball, Away, Bath, 6:30 p.m. • Jr. High Boys Basketball Tournament, Home, 4:30 p.m. FRIDAY, FEB. 8 • J.V. & Var. Boys Basketball, Home, Lansing Christian, 6:00 p.m. SATURDAY, FEB. 9 • Wrestling Individual Districts, Away, Leslie Maple Valley’s lone win. Thursday night the Lions travelled to Union City for a non-league meet. Finkler pinned Skip Johnson in 2:50 to win his 145-pound match, while Snyder pinned Chad Boynton in 2:32. True and Rugg also won on pins. True defeated Andy Buugeet with just five seconds left in the third period. Rugg pinned Union City’s Marv Boyes. Cripe, Patrick and Flower each won decisions. Wednesday night the Lions will wrestle in team Class C district action at DeltonKellogg High School. Olivet and Bellevue will also be participating. The Lion's Aaron Patrick takes down Tom Archer of Bellevue in championship match at 135. Maple Valley finished fourth overall. M.V. Lion eagers hold off St. Philip, 71-60 Senior guard Dan Franks scored 14 points dished off 11 assists and collected five steals to lead the Maple Valley basketball team to a 71-60 vic­ tory over Battle Creek St. Philip Friday night. Franks* heroics included some key baskets late in the third quarter after St. Philip closed to within two points, 38-36. The Lions had built a 27-16 halftime lead by playing some strong defense, according to coach Jerry Reese. “At halftime it seemed like we were going to pull away,” he said. “But we came back out in the third quarter and MONDAY, FEB. 11 • Var. Volleyball, Away, Bath, 5:30 p.m. Road employees to plow,from front page separate petition effort to have Road Commission members elected rather than appointed, as they are now. A spokesman from the road employees' group said public safety was the key considera­ tion for agreeing to add the temporary addendum, providing for time off for overtime work, in its threeyear contract. Employees have children who ride the school buses and loved ones who drive on winter roads, one worker pointed out "We (employees) feel we've been unfairly criticized and we would hope that this would help heal the problem up," the spokesman said. The Road Commission had announced last summer that it could, not afford the expenses of winter maintenance because of dwindling revenues, inflation and mandated expenses. County voters ,jn August and November rejected the panel's request for a 1/2-mill tax in­ crease to pay for overtime plowing and other weather-re­ lated maintenance. Several days before the petition to remove road commissioners was called off, a spokesman for the Road Employees Association had said he felt removal was not justified. "We (employees) feel we have a good working relation­ ship with the road commis­ sioners, the engineer/manager and the supervisor. We try to work as a team," the spokesman said. "I kinda feel these guys have bent over backwards for public safety and the safety and well being of the public. __ I sincerely hope that come summer time and they hit a bump in the dirt road they don't turn around and forget all about us and say 'those no good county workers - look at those hoses in the road," the spokesman said. Kineman also stressed that the workers will have to take any comp time they accumu­ late before May 1 "because we've got too much work after that. "With the guys off, there may be some mud holes out there or some pot holes that aren't patched because we don't have anybody here to do it and I hope we don’t get crit­ icized for that. There might not be any (overtime hours) built up, but we could get quite a bit of snow (yet) and they might be off for a week or so...but apparently every­ body thinks the snow is more important so we'll see," he said. Kineman also credited the Barry County Board of Commissioners and its County Development Committee for meeting with road officials to seek solu­ tions to the overtime dilemma. "When these millages were run, the people most affected, I saw no one in support of it (the road tax proposal), not any schools or drivers association. You would have thought someone would have spoken out on it and we wouldn't be in this situation. But I guess that's just human nature. I wonder where our priorities are," he said. (An expanded story will be published in Thursday's Banner). Lions jayvee edgers win two of four On Jan. 22 the JV Lions traveled to Portland and came up short 58-42. The Lions fell behind early, trailing 26-17 at the half and were outscored 32-25 in the second half. Mike Trowbridge led the Lions with 15 points and Scott English added 8. On Jan. 25 Bronson came to town for the last time in basketball. The Vikings came out hot and took a 12-4 Erst quarter lead. But the Lions fought back and took a 24-21 lead in at the half. In the third quarter the Valley extended their lead to 37-31 but the Lions ran into foul trouble in the fourth and sent the Vikings to the line 20 times and were outscored 20-11 to lose 51-48. Scott English led the Lions with 16 points. On Jan. 29 the Lions travel­ ed to Belding to play the Class B Redskins, jumping out to a 16-10 first quarter advantage and took a 41-24 halftime lead. In the second half Belding battled back only to come up short 77-73. Niki Grinage scored 16 points and grabbed six steals. Scott English added 15 and Kale Dipert chipped in 10. Trowbridge led the re­ bounders with 11. On Friday night St. Phil came to town and gave the Lions a battle down to the wire. The Tigers took a 32-26 halftime advantage, but the Lions battled back to pull within two at the end of the third 44-42. In the fourth the Valley outscored St. Phil 11-5 to win the game 53-49. Scott English led the Lions with 11 points. Greg Garn and Mike Trowbridge added 9 points each. The TV’s are now 4-8. played very poorly.” Reese said that his squad seemed to have forgot what helped them build its 11-point halftime lead. “Our defensive intensity was not very high,” he said. Maple Valley then finally secured the win with a 27-point outburst in the fourth quarter, matching their entire first-half output, while limiting St. Philip to 22. Jason Hoefler led the Lions’ scoring with 20 points. Scott Casteele added 15 points and six rebounds. Darrel Stine tallied nine points and pulled down six rebounds. William Chandler scored 19 points to lead the Tigers. The Lions improved their overall record to 84 and kept pace with league-leading Pennfield in the SMAA standings with a 5-1 conference mark. Pennfield, which improved to 5-0 in the league with a 77-53 pounding of Bellevue, will come to the Valley Fri­ day, Feb. 15. The Lions will be at Bellevue tonight in a game originally scheduled for Jan. 11, but was postponed due to the weather. Maple Valley returns home Friday night to face Lansing Christian, which lost to Olivet on Friday 100-66, in a non­ league game. Lion eagers end losing streak Tuesday Jan. 22 the Lions hit the road for a contest with Portland. The Red Raiders dominated the game and won going away 6842. Justin Lake led the Lions with 15 points, while Brent Stine added 11 points. Friday, the 25th, Bronson came to the Valley and scored at 58-31 victory. John Mitchell and Lake scored 9 points each. The Lion’s losing steak came to an end last Tuesday as the “road warriors” defeated Belding 55-49. Belding jumped out to a 14-11 first quarter lead, but the Lions came back to lead at the half 22-20. Belding regained the lead briefly at the outset of the third quarter. After surrender­ ing their lead, the Lions regrouped and took a 35-28 advantage into the fourth quarter. Belding scored more points in the fourth than they did in the first half, yet the Lions were up to the task scoring 20 fourth quarter points of their own. Stine led the Lions with 12 points. Rich Furlong added nine. Friday the Lions lost a heart breaker to St. Phillip 59-55. The Lions trailed most of the game, but staged a rally in the last quarter. The Lions held the lead several times during the back and forth quarter, but the Tigers prevailed during the last 1:30 seconds and held on for the win. Lake led the team with 20 points, his season high. Mit­ chell chipped in 14 points for the Lions, who play Bellevue and Bath this week. 8th grade basketball team wins two In junior high basketball ac­ tion last week the eighth grade defeated Portland St. Pats 53-52 and Bellevue 54-29. The Portland St. Pats game was a very well played game by both teams. The contest was tied at halftime at 28 apiece. The score was tied again at 52-52 with only 24 seconds remaining on the clock. Matt Mace was fouled in the act of shooting and promptly sank the winning free throw. Gabe Priddy had his most impressive game of the year with 26 points and 25 rebounds. CliffWeller also had a good game with 8 points and 12 rebounds. In the Bellevue contest the young Lions got offto a quick start and never looked back. Ten players scored for M.V., led by Priddy and Carpenter with 13 and 11 points respectively. This week will feature the junior high basketball tourna­ ment. Games will be played all week with the finals being played Saturday, Feb. 16. Maple Valley’s first opponent will be Lainsburg. 7th grade eagers end season The young Lions split two games last week. On Monday they traveled to Portland St. Patrick to take on the Shamrocks. After falling behind early, the Lions could never get on track and fell 47-21. Everyone saw action as Brian Hopkins led the team with six points. Zach Histed dropped in five points, and Wayne Moore added four. On Wednesday Bellevue came to the Lions den with a taller team, but the shorter Lions proved that height isn’t everything. After racing to a 16 to 3 halftime lead the Lions held on to win 27-26 in an exciting fourth quarter. Brian Hopkins led the team with 12 points and five rebounds. Pete Kellepourey collected seven steals and Damon Patrick added five steals. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 5, 1991 — Page 12 PRICES GOOD THRU SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1991 CapisiarAinc “Where Pleasing You Pleases Us" 160 S. Main, Vermontville op 726-0640 on..ro; Sat. 8 to 6; Sun. 9 to 3 save ^250°°^ Groceries ...by joining our “FREQUENT SHOPPERS” Group. Receive a yellow card — get it punched 10 times and you will be issued a membership card. This card entitles you to 5% off any $10.00 purchase excluding alcoholic beverages and tobacco products. Many more bonuses are included. Any questions can be answered by stopping in the store. Take advantage of this money-saving opportunity. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 29 — Tuesday, February 12. 1991 Vermontville to apply for $200,000 in streets grants By Teresa J. Frith Vermontville has taken the next steps in applying for a $200,000 grant for the im­ provement of village streets, sidewalks, curbs and street lighting. The Village Cpouncil Thursday was told that a strategic study plan was com­ pleted to identify needed im­ provements. Several problems were identified, with strategies suggested to ac­ complish solving them. “Some projects identified need money, others just need t*ime,’ said consultant David Bee of Gove Associates Inc. “We went for what was most likely to be approved based on the success of other areas that have applied for similar grants.’’ The next step was an engineering study for the streets and sidewalks project. However, since a previous study had already been done earlier, the step was by­ passed. The council discussed sug­ gestions by the strategic plan­ ning committee during a public hearing Thursday night and received opinions from Vermontville man drives trucks for Army in Saudi Arabia By Teresa J. Frith A red, white and blue mailbox and a large yellow ribbon around a tree are the first things one sees in the driveway ofKaren and Dennis Gierzak, who await the return of her son, Private First Class Michael Frisbee. Frisbee joined the Army after graduating from Maple Valley High School in 1989. The Gierzaks live in Ver­ montville. Michael’s father, Don Frisbee, is a former Ver­ montville resident, and now lives in Grand Ledge. Michael was stationed in Garlstaad, Germany, with the 498th Support Battalion before being sent to Saudi Arabia, said Karen Gierzak. He left for Saudi Jan. 5. Frisbee’s job is to haul sup­ plies from port bases to points in the desert. “He told us that there is on­ ly one main road into the desert and the rest are just dirt Michael Frisbee trails,” she said. “He said that everything looks alike and he has been lost at least once.” She last heard from Michael Feb. 2 via a collect satellite phone call. “He sounded good,” said Gierzak. “It was a relief to hear his voice and know that he is OK. He tried to pump me up and said he was anxious to get the job done over there.” Frisbee made his call via a portable phone system set up in a tent. Thirty phones were available for use and each ser­ vice member was allowed to talk for 10 minutes. Frisbee told his mother a lit­ tle about his day-to-day life in Saudi Arabia. “He said that sand is in everything, including the food. They don’t get a cooked meal every day and he said the food is terrible. Their shower is an overhead barrel of cold water and a pallet to stand on.” Despite the hardships, Gierzak said, Michael’s morale seems high. See Area man, on page 2 Don Martin presents a $100 check from the Vermontvile Lions Club to Vermont­ ville President Sue Villanueva as a donation toward new Christmas lights purchased last year. the community. After the hearing, council members ap­ proved the recommendations of the strategic study and will now apply for the $200,000 implementation grant. Said one council member, “I am in favor ofthis project, but we must also be prepared for the possibility that we won’t get the money.” Ifthe grant is approved, the village will be required to put up 10 percent of the cost, which is $20,000. “We have already budgeted money for this if the fund comes through," said Village President Sue Villanueva. Friends of the Library discuss future planning J-Ad Graphics News Service Friends of the Library met last Wednesday to introduce new club officers and to discuss future projects. The basic function of the . group is to raise money for the children’s story hour and for books such as the Reader’s Digest Guide to Periodicals. One of the items discussed was the need for a chairman for the bake sale committee. The Easter bake sale will be held Saturday, March 30, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Nashville branch of Hastings City Bank. Members of the Friends of the Library meet to discuss future projects. The group raises money to help support the needs of the Putnam Library. Anyone interested in donating baked goods can take them to the library the day before the sale or to the bank the morning of the sale. In other business the group: — Made plans to organize a clean-up crew to help with library housekeeping. — Discussed the possible sale of a collection of more than 2,000 Life Magazines that range from the year 1940 and up. Plans were made to contact used book stores to determine the magazine’s worth. — Discussed the need for new members to help keep the club going. — Passed out post cards to write notes of encouragement to area residents serving with Operation Desert Storm. The club officers who were introduced included President Dr. Mike Callton, First Vice President Kenneth Meade, Second Vice President Barb Sandbrook, Secretary Darlene Scramlin and Treasurer Rosalie Murphy The next regular club meeting will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, at the library In another matter, the coun­ cil approved requests by the Vermontville Syrup Associa­ tion to allow tapping ofvillage trees. People who do not want trees on their property tapped are to tie a white cloth around them. Council also agree to pro­ vide additional handicapped parking areas during the Syrup Festival this spring, and to allow the association to use a giant pancake sign to adver­ tise the festival during the month of April. Council also heard from a businessman who is consider­ ing re-opening a car wash in Vermontville. He asked about the possibility of a volume discount on water bills incur­ red by the car wash. Council agreed to research the village ordinances and find out what could be done legally. In other business council: — Listened to a request by 4-H member Michael Mater to raise a goat for the next county fair. Council told Mater that a public hearing was required to answer this request because of a village ordinance. A hearing was scheduled for Feb. 11 to determine the answer to the request. — Discussed the problems of delivery trucks parking on Main Street. There have been recent incidents of trucks parking in violation of a village ordinance that states that no trucks over 1 'A tons may park on the street. Sug­ gestions were made on how to solve this problems. — Accepted a $100 dona­ tion by the Vermontville Lions Club toward purchase of Christmas lights. — Set the next budget meeting for Tuesday, Feb. 19, at 7 p.m. FFA members receive awards J-Ad Graphics News Service CALEDONIA - Maple Valley High School FFA squads competing for prizes in five district contests in Caledonia last Thursday brought home several awards, but could not qualify for next week's Belding regionals. The highest placings were clinched by the Parliamentary Procedure and Demonstration teams, each taking third in their respec­ tive contests. See M.V. FFA, on page 7 In This Issue... • MV Band students win awards • State Rep. Bender visits school • Maplewood student learn about “Lincoln” • FFA members receive awards �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 12. 1991 — Page 2 State Rep. Bender visits Fuller Street Elementary On Friday, third and fourth graders at Fuller Street School had a government lesson from State Rep. Bob Bender, who represents Ionia and Barry counties in Lansing. Bender was asked by teacher Pat Retzer to talk about the three branches ofthe government, the legislative, the executive and the judicial, and to tell the students about his job as a politician. The class has been studying government and she said she thought this would be a good way to learn more about it. Bender spoke for about a half-hour to the students and then answered questions from the group. State Rep. Bob Bender, Ionia and Barry counties, recently spoke to Fuller Street Elementary School third and fourth graders about his job. Area man drives trucks, “Michael says that everyone is friendly and that they all share everything. Each one is assigned a buddy for moral support. I always send two of anything I send over there so there is something for Michael’s bud­ dy, too.” Gierzak said that though she has been writing every day, her son has yet to receive any mail. “I’ve sent both letters and packages,” she said. “When from fron he does get some mail, it will probably all come at once.” Frisbee also told his mother that when they camp, the Ar­ mored Division forms a circle and the tents are set up inside. Each tent holds 15 men. Gierzak is a member of the From the Heart Desert Storm support group that meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays at the Charlotte courthouse. Each member has a friend or loved one serving in Operation Desert Storm. NOTICE Vermontville Syrup Association ...will be... TAPPING TREES ...in Vermontville. If you don’t want your trees tapped, please put a white cloth around the tree. ANY QUESTIONS? Phone Gene Fisher at... 7*062670 I From Our Readers Memories of a force in Vermontville To the editor: One of the greatest privileges that I had in serving Vermontville as county com­ missioner is the wonderful people I have come to know and appreciate. It is no understatement to say again that I love the community and its citizens. When I first took office there were older people who were a continuing part ofVer­ montville’s history and heritage and still a part of a developing scene. One of them was Ava Kroger. We have just received word that this gracious lady just passed away. We grieve over the loss of one we considered a per­ sonal friend. I remember her so well at meetings of the Historical Society and some other func­ tions. A few years ago, when she still lived at home she played the piano at the Methodist Church one Sunday morning when I had been in­ vited to deliver the message when the pastor was away. I remember visiting her when she first had to go to the River Inn A.F.C. Home in Sunfield. Still very alert, she started a column in the Sun- field Sentinel each week about the activities and the visitors in the home. Her condition reached the point where she had to be transferred to the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Rosa and I saw her quite often in Sunfield and I called on her at the facility a number of times. She got to the point when she was a mere shadow of her former self. Even though she often appeared to be unresponsive I would always ask, “do you remember me?” She never once failed to respond: “Yes, you are Mr. Fleetham — how is Rosa?” Last May, the Vermontville Syrup Queen was my guest at the Eaton County Board of Commissioners meeting. I took her over to the facility and introduced her to Ava. Ava Kroger, dead at 89, was a moving force in Ver­ montville and all of the historic values it stands for. Now she is a part of our history and heritage. May God rest the soul of a great lady and our friend. Edgar Fleetham Sunfield Area Church Schedules CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville ST. CYRIL Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ......6 p.m. • Wednesday: AWANA........... 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin .. 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School »... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship....... .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Church Service 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School....... A.M. Service ...... P.M. Service ...... Wed. Service...... 9:45 a.m. ....11a.m. ..... 7 p.m. ..... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... .7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................... ........ 7 REV. ALAN METTLER Varneys to celebrate silver wedding anniversary Lyle and Norma Varney of 7381 E. State Road, Nashville, will have their 25th wedding anniversary on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14. The couple was married at Martin Corners Church by the Rev. John Joldersma of Grand Rapids, on Feb. 14, 1966. Their children are Jack and Patty (Varney) Cook of Fort Pierce, Fla., Dave and Barbara (Varney) Yarger of Marion; Pat and Carol (Varney) Lewis ana Delbert and Deborah (Varney) Moore of Hastings; Steven and Peggy Varney of Delton; and Scott and Jodi Varney of Nashville. Their family includes seven grandchildren and eight stepgrandchi Idren. Mr. Varney was employed by E.W. Bliss for 30 years, retiring in 1985. Mrs. Varney is a homemaker and has been an Avon representative for 20 years. Both enjoy standardbred horses and are owners of Varney's Stables of Nashville. In honor of their anniversary, the children and grandchildren will be having a summer celebration on June 15 at the Varneys' home. The couple plans a trip this fall to Hawaii. Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship Sun. School . .9:30 a.m. 1:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 mont : p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning.Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN Owner — Diana Kuempel *9845281 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (% mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. A.M. Service ........... 11a.m. P.M. Service ............ 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 12, 1991 — Page 3 This is no time to fool around with money (especially yours) -•H Keep - Keep - Keep Keep It Safe It Earning It Handy It Here I Where your business is welcome & apyreeiuted. Eaton Federal Bank We support FDIC F Ffdtrtlb 'Insured Storm fuH X k« FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: - Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 1 K OB L EN D E R E QUAL H OU SIN G INSURED OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 12, 1991 — Page 4 ‘*Lincoln teaches Maplewood kids about his life, accomplishments By Teresa J. Frith Maplewood Elementary students last week learned that history is not dead, but “live” in a Middleville man’s por­ trayal ofthe 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Gerald Bestrom, who has been portraying Lincoln for four years, put on a presenta­ tion for Maplewood students at the Vermontville Opera House Friday. “My work is very rewar­ ding, "said Bestrom. “I embody many of Lincoln’s principles such as family, faith in God and education. Those things are worth defending and help impact students to be strong leaders." Bestrom said that he started playing Lincoln because of a unique set of circumstances. “About 10 years ago so­ meone told me that I looked like Lincoln,"said Bestrom. “I didn’t have a beard then, but my physical build was similar. Then I entered a saw playing contest about four years ago dressed like Lin­ coln. That started it all.” He has also won first place in an Abraham Lincoln look­ alike contest from among 70 entrants. The contest was held in Hodgenville, Ky., which is Lincoln’s birthplace. Bestrom said that being in front of a group hasn’t always been as easy for him as it is today. “I didn’t graduate from high school when I originally would have, "said Bestrom. “In my senior year I was re­ quired to take a speech course and at the time I was terrified of speaking in front of a group. Therefore, I didn’t finish school and only receiv­ ed my diploma last year. He received his diploma in a special ceremony at a Mid­ dleville school last Feb. 12, which is Lincoln’s birthday.., General Ulysses S. Grant, portrayed by Middleville resi- Gerald Bestrom, Bestrom appearing as s Abraham Abraham Lincoln Lincoln, speaks to Maplewood Elementary School fourth graders during a recent performance at the Vermontville Opera House. HHARDWICK 30"GasRange • Low profile 4” high backguard • Plus, many standard fe $299 d HARDWICK Uni-heat Oven system C9616-+-79R 30" Special V Value Model E956M29 $3299S X GOOD SELECTION OF ELECTRIC and GAS RANGES IN STOCK v Lake Odessa tv & Appliance v Serving the area over 30 years. Open: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1039 4th Avenue, Lake Odessa Gerald Bestrom, appearing as Abraham Lincoln, shows Maplewood Elementary School students the art of saw playing during a recent performance at the Vermontville Opera House. Gerald Bestrom, appearing as Abraham Lincoln, speaks to kindergarten and first graders at a recent cent performance at the Vermontville Opera House. dent, Ditto Phillips, presented Bestrom his diploma, along with a birthday cake. Bestrom has had a few in­ teresting moments during his performances to schools, churches and other groups. “One time I was speaking to a group of students and one of them asked me who shot me,” said Bestrom. “I answered that John Wilkes Booth shot me. After I said that, all the kids began to laugh and point to a boy in the audience. The boy’s name was John Booth.” How does he handle such questions? One child in the audience asked him how he had come back to life. Bestrom then pulled out a chain with two lead balls attached to the end of it and said that his death was a painful subject. During his performance, Bestrom played the musical saw, spoke about pioneer days and the life of Lincoln and answered students’ questions. He ended one of the perfor­ mances with a quote that is believed to be from Abe Lincoln. “The way to success is often through perseverance. Successful people see their failures as stepping stones; unsuccessful people see their failures as road blocks.” Bestrom left the Opera House in his specially decorated Winnebago. It is painted to look like a log cabin and has a replica of Abe Lin­ coln’s signature near the door. Bestrom noted that the vehicle is about the same size as Lin­ coln’s own log cabin, which was 18 by 22 feet, with one door and one window. “It’s exciting to portray Lincoln,” Bestrom said. “I enjoy it very much. Gerald Bestrom demonstrates how Lincoln helped someone make muddy footprints on a ceiling to play a practical joke on someone. Auto • Farm • Home • Health Business • Life • Semi-Trucks TOBIAS-MASON Insurance Agency 852-2005 • Dick Tobias Copies Available 10e each �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 12, 1991 __Page 5 Two area bridges to be repaired A major program to'replace or repair two deficient bridges crossing the Thomapple River in Eaton County has been an­ nounced by State Rep. Frank M. Fitzgerald and State Senator John J.H. Schwarz. The bridges are located on Gresham Highway and on Vermontville Highway, both in Vermontville Township. The projects are included in a 1991-92 program to replace 108 deficient bridges on coun­ ty roads and city streets. The projects will be paid for with funds from the Federal Highway Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Program and the Michigan Critical Bridge Program. The estimated cost is $34 million. Approval of the new pro­ gram leaves more than 500 applications still on file from 4- H Rabbit Show planned for Saturday in Charlotte Gerald Bestrom stands in front of his specially decorated Winnebago. represents the log cabin the real Abraham Lincoln lived in. Rugg * Beers to wed Oct. 19 It Barry County COA lunch menu and coming events set Terry and Lorry Rugg of Vermontville would like to announce the engagement of their daughter, Cindy Sue Rugg, to Lloyd Maynard Beers Jr. of Charlotte. He is the son ofLloyd Beers Sr. of Charlotte and Loretta Beers of Hastings. The bride-elect is an assis­ tant manager at Wendy’s of Charlotte. The prospective bridegroom is employed at United Steel and Wire of Bat­ tle Creek. An Oct. 19 wedding is be­ ing planned. Wednesday, Feb.. 13 Baked chicken, parsley potatoes, jello, dinner roll, oleo, cupcakes and ice cream. Thursday, Feb. 14 Spanish rice, winter blend, green beans, oleo, applesauce. Friday, Feb. 15 Veal scallopini, mised vegetables, mashed potatoes, bread, oleo, cookies. Monday, Feb. 18 Closed Tuesday, Feb. 19 Chicken sauce ’em, sweet potatoes, asparagus, bread, oleo, fruit. The 1991 Eaton County 4-H Rabbit Show will be Saturday, Feb. 16, in the 4-H Building on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. An estimated 250 rabbits, representing more than 50 rabbit breeds and varieties, will be showcased by 4-H youth exhibitors from around the state. A raffle featuring rabbit equipment, feed and breeding rabbits will take place. As a new feature, the ugliest rabbit contest will br­ ing together a tough con­ glomeration of some of the finest ugliest rabbits. The show is open to all 4-H members including 5- to-8-year-olds. Judging will begin at 10 a.m., with showmanship followed by breed classes. Enter the day of show. Entry fees are $1.50 each and 50 cents for the Ugliest Rabbit Contest. For complete rules or more information, contact Josh Bowers (517-726-1015) or Alain Serven (616-763-3324), show co-chairpeople, or the Exten­ sion office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. communities and counties all over the state, including 150 request from 1990 alone. Of nearly 6,500 bridges on local roads in counties and cities, 42 percent are con­ sidered “structurally defi­ cient” — requiring weight restrictions — or “functional­ ly obsolete” — inadequate for the traffic. The bridges were recom­ mended for replacement by a nine-member committee set up under the Michigan Critical Bridge Program. ■ Maple Valley Athletic Boosters I BINGO MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA ■ ■THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. — Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 IIIIIIIIRIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIKItII for the Month of February SHAMPOO & SET < $ -g rg 00 W/HAIRCUT......................................... iU PLUS..A FREE Drawing Every Week Styles-R-Us 224 Main. 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Watch for ads and call for flyers on these properties! THINKING OF SELLING AT AUCTION OR LISTING CONVENTIONALLY? PLEASE CALL US SO YOUR PROPERTY CAN BE MARKETED PROPERLY IN 1991! Joe & Marge Andrews • 852-0712 Bob Gardner • 726-0331 Chris Stanton ■ 543-0598 Kathleen J. Swan ■ (Lansing) 323-9536 Cindy Doolittle-726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 12, 1991 — Page 6 Maple Valley band students win awards, play at state festival Three members of the Maple Valley High School Band and one member of the junior high band participated in solo and ensemble competition. High School players were (from left) Angie Howard, Ryan Rosin and Bill Reynolds. Trumpet player Travis Graham (far right) is a member of the junior high band. J-Ad Graphics News Service Maple Valley Junior and Senior High School bands recently honored two sets of students for their achievements. Nine students, along with one alternate were chosen for the 1991 Lions of Michigan All-State Marching Band. They are Bill Reynolds, Andy True, Kristin Reid, Helena Lehman, Jennifer Swartz, Dawn Othmer, Ryan Rosin, Polly Sayles and Marcie Reid. Samantha Hughes was chosen as an alternate. Three members of the high school band and one from the junior high band recently competed in the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association Solo and Ensem­ ble festivals at Calvin College in Grand Rapids and in Otsego. The high school members 55 or older? We’ve just reduced the cost of homeowners insurance 30%! Here’s why! Our statistics show that homeowners 55 and older have IfJQf E fewer and less costly losses than other । J OCX E age groups. So it’s only fair to charge you less for your homeowners insurance. Life Home Car Business ThjPNo PrMbm The Hecker Agency Shaker Items 852-9680 Dried Flowers Present This Ad Santa Claus ^Decoys trumpet solo. Since he received a first division rating, Rosin will go on to compete at the MSBOA State Festival on March 30. Lion matmen win district crown The Maple Valley wrestling team defeated SMAA rivals Bellevue and Olivet to claim the team district title Wednes­ day at Delton-Kellogg High School. The Lions overwhelmed an undermanned Bellevue squad 62-12 in the semifinals before nipping Olivet 39-35 in the finals. Maple Valley now advances to regional competition Wednesday night. M.V. Gals finish season Jesse Snow, wrestling at 119, posted a second period pin over Ross Street ofOlivet, in a time of 3:54. At 135, Aaron Patrick pinn­ ed Brandon Olson at 1:34 of the first period. Tom Snyder won his 160-pound match over John Hart 15-9. Chris Varney (103), Jack Cripe (112), Grant Simpson (125) and Brett Flower (152) all were handed victories on Olivet forfeits. Maple Valley girls finished traveling to Marshall again. the regular season of the Game time is 10:30 at Marcapital area youth sportsclub shall High School. at Marshall this Saturday. The young Lions played one of their best games of the season beating Marshall by a score of 39-19. Going into the game, there was a four way tie for first place. The girls did a super job of passing the ball and played excellent defense. With the victory the Lions knocked Marshall out of first place and will share first place with Lansing Plus. Both teams have 8-2 records to lead the league. Leading scorers for Maple Valley were Nichole Reed with seven, Holly Taylor and Meagan McLaughlin with six each, and Robin Hale with 5. Last Saturday the Lions hosted Webberville at Kellogg, rallying to win Nashville 33-31. Leading scorers were Joy 517-852-0940 Stine with eight, while Nichole Kirwin and Dana Buy Your Sweetheart Hasselback added six each. 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Visit our Hallmark department. 3” WMRIO 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 OPEN 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Sat u rd ay �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 12, 1991 — Page 8 Tracing family ‘Roots' has become a hobby for Vermontville couple By Teresa J. Frith Ever since Alex Haley wrote his book Roots, a favorite hobby has been to trace one’s own family history. While most are lucky to know who their great­ grandfather or greatgrandmother are, one couple in Vermontville has traced their family tree back to the 17th century. “It all started when we found an old letter in among my Aunt Bertha’s things after she died,” said Lawrence Frith. “In the letter was a par­ tial family tree with names on it I had never seen. I wanted to know who were those peo­ ple and how were they related to me?” From that start, he and his wife, Marville, started an adventure that has yet to be concluded. “First I went to my father and asked him about the names in the letter. All we had to go on was an obituary for a Will B. Frith,” he said. Frith said that the best place to start tracing a family tree is to start talking to parents and grandparents if they are still living. “Try to remember the stories you heard as you were growing up,”he said. “Then you can preserve them for future generations.” After his retirement from the postal service, Frith was able to devote more time to his hobby. He and his wife spend much oftheir vacations on the road tracking down leads. “We spend probably a cou­ ple months in the spring and a little time in the fall traveling to various reunions,” said Marville Frith. “Sometimes we stop and look through phone books and call up peo­ ple with the same last name as ours.” One ofthe major sources of information has come to them through the Latter-day Saints Lawrence Frith shows his cousin, Art Frith, some of the information he has gathered in his study of their family tree. Lawrence Frith and his wife, Marville, look at one of the numerous charts they have put together outlining each of their family trees. JOHN DEERE DAY This high quality walnut veneer log recently was cut near Brighton by Ezra Huffman of Vermontville. Huffman sold the log to the Alexandria Walnut Company in Delaware, Ohio. It will be exported to Germany to be used in furniture making. The 90-year-old .log is 40 inches in diameter, 14 feet long and will produce about 1,134 board feet of veneer. Talk about New Trends with your Old Friends at John Deere Day 1991 Drive on in to town to see what’s new and spend some time with your neighbors. It’s our way of saying “thanks for your business.” See you there. Saturday, February 16th 10:00 a.m. at... THORNAPPLE VALLEY JOHN DEERE Genealogy Library in Lans­ ing. Using information stored on microfiche, researchers have access to millions of names, birth dates and origins of people throughout the world. The Hastings Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently opened a Family History Center at its church on Airport Road. Both sites are open to the public for those interested in studying their family trees. “Another good source of information is the Genealogy Department of the State Public Library,” said Frith. “They usually have access to things such as immigration lists and ships’ passenger lists. We also have found informa­ tion in family Bibles and cemeteries.” Frith said he has found that his job of tracing his family tree may go on for quite some time to come. “When I first started out, I thought that I’d be able to con­ nect all the Friths in the United States,” he said. “I was told there were only about 4,000 of them, so that didn’t seem too hard.” He has since discovered that the task was much harder than it had originally seemed. “I found that connecting all the Frith families was next to impossible,” he said. “I’d still like to be able to do it someday and then put it all in a book for future generations.” During his studies, Frith has traced his family to the countries of England, Ber­ muda and other far away lands. He has found traces to Saxon kings and Louisiana plantations. Yet, in all his studies one thing still eludes him. “I never did find out exact- ly who Will B. Frith is or how he is related to me,” he said. “And his obituary is what got me started in the first place.” School Lunch Menus Maplewood School Tuesday, Feb. 19 Wednesday, Feb. 13 Pancakes/syrup, sausage links, juice, raisins. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Fiesta stix w/cheese, potato chips, peas, orange slices. Thursday, Feb. 14 Scalloped potatoes and ham, meat sandwich, corn, mixed fruit. Friday, Feb. 15 Tomato soup, grilled cheese sandwich, carrot and celerey sticks, apple cobbler. Monday, Feb. 18 No School. Possible snow make up day. Jr.-Sr. High School Wednesday, Feb. 13 *Salad, * Chili/crackers, pickles, applesauce, peanut butter sand. Tuesday, Feb. 19 Thursday, Feb. 14 Hot ham and cheese, french fries, com, mixed fruit. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. *Salad, *Chicken Patty/bun, *Tuna sandwich, com, fruit juice, roll and but­ ter, salad bar. Fuller St. School Friday, Feb. 15 *Salad, *Hamburger, ♦Cheeseburger, tri taters, cherry crisp. Wednesday, Feb. 13 Monday, Feb. 18 Chili, crackers, pickle spears, peach, peanut butter sandwich. No School. Possible Make Up Day. Thursday, Feb. 14 ♦Salad, *Hamburger gravy, mashed potatoes, com dog, pear, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Fishwich/bun, cheese slice, corn, cherry sauce, Sweetheart cookie. Friday, Feb. 15 Goulash, green beans, fresh fruit, combread. Monday, Feb. 18 Hot dogs/bun, peas, pears. Tuesday, Feb. 19 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 12, 1991 — Poge 9 In Memoriam Community Notices IN MEMORIAM In memory of my husband, George J. Kellogg. A Valentine for you on our Anniversary. My Guest in Thought Once a day, and sometimes more, you knock upon my daydream door And I say warmly, “Come right in, I’m glad you’re here with me again!” Then we sit down and have a chat, Recalling this, discussing that, Until some task that I must do Forces me away from you— Reluctantly I say good-bye, Smiling with a little sigh, For though my day dreams bring you near I wish that you were really here— But what reality can’t change My dreams' and wishes can arrange— And through my wishing you’ll be brought To me each day, a guest in thought Love always, Janet CAyA/iAlL-CAhNONh: MTeetindgsya t Stt Cyrils Church Tuesdays at 8:00pm. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment. ROOFING-SIDINGR EMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.___________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Miscellaneous GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet that room at affordable prices, $ 1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd. (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available (616) 948-8334. GUN & KNIFE SHOW sponsored by Grand Valley Cap-NBallers February 17, 9 to 4. Modem and antique guns and accouterments. Located at the new Barry Expo Complex on M-37,3 miles North ofHastings. Kitchen will be open. For more information and table reserva­ tions, contact Pat Stone, 616-531-4405. National Ads $23,700 PER YEAR to start plus benefits. US Postal Service & US Government soon to accept applications. For exact exam and application informa­ tion in the Hastings area, Call 1-900-446-6779 ext 4317, 6am-8pm, 7 days, $12.95i fee. HOME WORK spare time. Paint lovely miniature toys, earn $20 set No experiencee necessary and no investment required. Fun for the whole family. Amazing recorded message reveals details. Call anytime 1-900-990-4949.__ HOSPITAL JOBS: start $6.80/hr, your area. No experi­ ence necessary. For information call 1-900-226-9399 ext. 1885, 6am-8pm 7 days. $12.95 phone fee. In the Service Renee I. Hoyt Pvt. Renee I. Hoyt has completed a fuel and electrical systems repair course at Aber­ deen Proving Ground, MD. Students were trained in the operation and repair of fuel, electronic, and electrical systems associated with automotive equipment. The private is the daughter of M. Jon and Bonnie J. Hoyt of 353 E. Main St., Vermont­ ville. She is a 1990 graduate of Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School. 5 Thank You... f N I want to thank my friends, neighbors and al family for all the cards, flowers, calls and U prayers, since I came home from the hospitai. Also all the gals that came Thursday br night to help me celebrate my birthday, and 51 to Helen and Kate for the pretty birthday $ cakes. c j > . — Serena Crooaenough FISH and CHICKEN FRY VFW Post 8260 • Nashville, Ml Friday, February 15 Serving 5:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Adults $4.75 • Children $2.75 — ALL YOU CAN EAT — COBB re M y] \v p Is re Area Obituaries Bernard L Maha Carrie Leota (Garvie) Dickinson the Girard Bible Church. GIRARD Bernard L. Mr. Mahar is survived by his Mahar, 72 of Girard passed away Friday, November 9, wife, Ruth; four daughters, 1990 at the Hospital District Marcia Davidson of Berlin, Germany; Barbara Mathis of No. 1 in Girard. Mr. Mahar was born Granby, Missouri, Ruth December 19, 1918 in DeMoure of Argos, Indiana Vermontville, the son of and Leigh Walters of Pitts­ Michael and Nora (Spencer) burg; two sons, Mark Mahar of Mahar. He was a retired parole Fairview Heights, Illinois and officer for the State ofKansas. David Mahar of Arma; two He was raised in Michigan, sisters, Martha Stamm and and has served in the United Magdalen Joppie, both of States Navy for nine years. He Hastings; three brothers, was a veteran ofWorld War II. Robert Mahar of Vermontvil­ After the service, he le, Joe Mahar ofAllaway, New attended Columbia Bible Jersey and Thomas Mahar of 12 College in Columbia, South Lake Leelanau; Carolina, and pastored for grandchildren. Funeral services were held eight years in western Kansas. He later worked for the state of Monday, November 12 at the Kansas as a parole officer and Girard Bible Church with Don retired in 1986. He had lived in Wymore officiating. Burial Girard for the past 28 years. was at the National Cemetery He was married to Ruth A. in Fort Scott. Arrangements were made Hoeflinger on May 20,1941 in Hastings. He was a member of by the Bedene Funeral Home, Arma. VERMONTVILLE - Carrie Leota (Garvie) Dickinson, 19, of Vermontville, passed away Saturday, February 8, 1991 as the result of an automobile accident Miss Dickinson was bom November 9,1971 in Charlotte to Patrick and Linda (Wright) Dickinson. She was a sales employee at Wal-Mart in Charlotte. Miss Dickinson is survived Russell A. Cole For Sale FOR SALE: EUREKA VACUUM CLEANERS Start at $89.95. bags - belts & parts in stock. Hoover bags & belts. Lake Odessa TV & Appliance. 374-8866. ___ FOR SALE: USED APPLIANCES Washers, dryers, gas & electric, ranges, microwave ovens, refrigerators & freezers. Lake Odessa TV & Appliance. 374-8866. K Do-it-yourself • 11/4” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available xnA 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE “TURN OF THE CENTURY” HOME - 3 bedroom, formal dining room, large living room, wood floors, many closets and cupboards. Above ground pool. Maple Valley Schools. To see this elegant home — call "Jeri." (V-369) C Church. Mrs. Bronson is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Don Kosbar of Hastings; son and daughter-in­ law, Dewane and Marjorie Englerth of Shelbyville, son and daughter-in-law, Delbert and'May Englerth ofVermont­ ville; 13 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; two sisters, Julia DePriester and Ella Henney, both ofHastings; several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by four sisters and five brothers. Funeral services were held Friday, February 8 at the Hast­ ings Seventh Day Adventist Church with Pastor Philip Colburn officiating. Burial was at Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Seventh Day Adventist Church School. Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home, Hastings. "starter" or "retirement" home, 3 bedrooms, new win­ dows, vinyl siding & roof in 1989. Price: $29,900. (N-360) PRICE REDUCED!! NOW $69,500! 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Must "See to appreciate! Call Garry. (N-354) NICE SPACIOUS “COUNTRY­ BRICK” HOME ON 1 ACRE - 7 01 KV HASTINGS Grace L. Bronson, 92 of 127 West Colfax, Hastings passed away Tuesday, February 5, 1991 at Tendercare, Hastings. Mrs. Bronson was born February 18, .1898 in Mason City, Iowa, the daughter of Frank and Emma (Wardell) Heacock. She was raised in Wisconsin and attended schools there. She came to Hastings in 1939 from North Dakota. She was married to Joe Englerth on December 26, 1919. He preceded her in death January 19, 1935. She then married Harry Bronson on May 29,1943. He preceded her in death August 13, 1985. Her employment included: factory work, Pennock Hospi­ tal, the Old Barry County Medical Care Facility. She owned and operated an adult foster care at her residence for several years. She was a member of the Hastings Seventh Day Adventist MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate WANTED: LAND TO RENT in Woodland, Lake Odessa, Vermontville and Nashville area. 616-367-4846. Mich. lic. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Grace L Bronso SUNFIELD Russell A. Sunfield Masonic Lodge, Cole, 83, of Sunfield, passed George Harris, George Thorp, away Saturday, February 2, Clayo Reed, Art Boulis, Fred Hart, Jack Barker, honorary 1991 at his residence. Mr. Cole was a life member pallbearers were Hans Huyck, of the F&A.M. Sunfield and Eric Rice. There was a Masonic Lodge Masonic Lodge #455 and was a Charter member of the service at the cemetery. For those wishing, contributions Sunfield Lions Club. He worked for many years may be made in memory ofMr. as a construction worker and Cole to the G.A.R. Hall or the farmer. He is survived by his Sunfield Lions Club. Burial wife, Hazel; children, Jean was in the Sunfield Cemetery, (Keith) Hotchkiss of Denhan Sunfield. 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(VL-359) a �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 12, 1991 — Page 10 Nashville Baptist Church makes valentines, ribbons for troops Nashville Baptist Church members wear yellow ribbons in support of service personnel serving in Operation Desert Storm. Three members of the Nashville Baptist Church Wedded Warriors Sunday School Class wear yellow ribbons and small American flags made by the congregation, (from.left)Robin Olmstead, Sue Reid and Rexann Rasey. About 20 members of the Nashville Baptist Church are serving in Saudi Arabia with Operation Desert Storm and their fellow church members want them to know that they are not forgotten. The congregation is sending ribbons and valentines to the troops in the Middle East. One ofthe steps in this cam­ paign was to have the children in toddler’s church, ages 3 to 5, make and color valentines. Another way the church is showing its support is by mak­ ing yellow ribbon pins with small American flags. Members ofthe Wedded War­ riors Sunday School class were given the pins to wear during last Sunday’s services. M.V. frosh eagers split a pair to tie, but the ball fell out and goals. MV went up 12-7 during the game went into overtime. Justin Lake led the Lions the first quarter and led at halftime 22-15. Bellevue hit a with nine points and Rich 3/4 court shot at the buzzer Furling and Josh Bowens had and at the end of the third eight points apiece. Jon Mitquarter to pull within three chall had 10 rebounds. The Lions visited in Bath on points 35-32. The lead went back and Thursday and slipped out with forth during the last quarter. a win. Neither team was able MV had to make a freethrow to score well from the floor. with less than 10 seconds left The Lions shot less than 20 percent of their field goal at­ tempts and just under 50 per­ cent from the line. They will need to improve both figures as the entertain both • PHONE • — HOURS — Galesburg and Pennfield this (517) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. week. 726-0319 MonFdriadyaythru Craig Hamilton led the of­ fense with 13 points and 13 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK boards. Jon Mitchell had 15 boards and nine points. Josh and RUST REPAIR Bowers had six points and Discount for Cash Claims seven boards. Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml On Tuesday the Maple Valley frosh basketball team bowed in over-time to Bellevue 52-49, and on Thurs­ day defeated Bath 38-29. The heartbreaking loss to Bellevue was a result of not being able to make freethrows at crunch time. The Lions hit only 2 of 6 attempts during the extra 3 minutes and were unable to make any field Fassett Body Shop Jayvee eagers lose a pair Everything Surplus Merchandise 150 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml Located right next door to Sav-V/ay Market EXAMPLE OF SAVINGS ... Polaroid/Foster Grant Sunglasses Original Retail’11-’17 $7100 SALE "T pr. Choice of Many Styles Lots of discontinued, overstocked, out of style, factory second merchandise for the curious shopper. While you’re at it check out K&S WHOLESALE ■ located in the same building. Toys, Hardware, Crafts and Lots of Neat Things HOURS: Monday-Friday 9:30 to 5:30 Saturday 9:30 to 5:00 The MV jayvee basketball team lost both of their games last week. On Tuesday night they traveled to arch-rival Bellevue and fell behind early 18-8 at the end ofone and 36-22 at the half. In the second half the Lions made a run, but came up short 70-60. Mike Trowbridge led the Lions with 18 points. Bryan Carpenter and Nikj Grinage added 11 points each. Friday the Lansing Chris­ tian Pilgrims came to town and again the Lions fell behind early, trailing 17-10 after one and 35-22 at the half. In the second half, the Lions rallied closing the gap to seven at one point but could not pull it out, losing 67-56. Scott English led the Lions with 12 points, Mike Trowbridge added 10 points and eight rebounds, and Greg Gam and Niki Grinage added nine and eight points respectively. The jayvee record is now 4-10. . Children from the Nashville Baptist Church Toddlers Sunday School Class color valentines for members of the congregation serving with Operation Desert Storm. 4-H Horse panel to meet Feb. 14 Minutes CASTLETOWN TOWNSHIP BOARD Castleton Township Board met Feb. 6, 1991, 7:30-11:10 p.m. All Board members present. Also Zane Mead and Dan Ryan. Treasurer's Report showed: Gen. Fund Beg. Bal. $49,230.45, Rec. $948.87, Disb. $10,524.65, Ending Bal. $39,654.67. Fire Vot. Bal. $26,477.23; Amb. Vot. Bal. $30,470.99; Twp. Imp. Bal. $56,004.23; Block Grant Bal. $32,769.24; PPC#1 Bal. $426.66; PPC#2 Bal. $83.55. Motion by Wilson, supported by Pixley, Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Wilson, Cooley, Rasey, Pixley, Jarvie. Nays none: to pay the following bills: General Fund: H.C. Bank Reminder Dawn Hall L. Pixley R. Frohlich Vil. of Nash... Doubleday J.W. Cooley... M. T.A Doubleday J.W. Cooley... N. Rasey....... H.C. Bank Postmaster.... L. Pixley Accid. Fund...> M. V. News...; Cons. Pow d. Jarvie W. Wilson .215.07 ..21.60 ..55.41 .465.51 .395.83 ..15.88 ..10.18 .135.74 ..37.44 ..31.50 .998.57 ..90.00 .616.30 ... 8.00 ..37.98 .548,37 ..35.28 .147.58 .484.12 ..90.00 Ml Bell ....... Map. Vai. News, J. Jarvie Block Grant: D. Augustine Smith Exc.............. B. C. Reg. Deeds Hometown Lum C. Barth Ferrel Igas........... R. Weber M.V. News E. C. Reg. Deeds Smith Exc.............. H.C. Bank............ D. Langham B.C. Reg.-Deeds Yoder W.&Sid . E. C. Reg. Deeds..? Tate & Shay .30.97 .18.00 .38.82 3364.00 ..560.00 4.00 1766.81 1406.63 ..166.32 .5000.00 163.20 4.00 .840.00 ..654.00 .5000.00 ...'..7.00 .3880.00 7.00 2684.73. Motions passed: 1. Hold informal Public Hearing April 10, 7:30 p.m. at Twp. Hall for property owners involved in proposed Assessors Plot on South side of Thornapple Lake, West of Morgan Road. 2. Decision regarding Greggs Crossing Bridge Tabled. 3. Bd. of Review Budget increased by $450. Bd. of review may accept petition by mail. 5.Annual Meeting to be held Thursday, March 28, 7:30 p.m. 6.Salary motion passed, allowing action at Annual meeting. 7. Advertise for bids for cemetery care in March — to be received by April 1 — specifications to be drawn up by N. Rasey and Z. Mead and brought to March Bd. meeting. The 4-H Horse Develop­ ment Committee will meet Thursday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. Reports on upcoming events and sub-committee work will be presented. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. 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The Panthers escaped their own gym with a tight win over the Lions Jan. 8, and Maple Valley will be seeking revenge when Pennfield in­ vades the Lions den Friday. Against Lansing Christian, the fast breaking Lions rolled to their largest single game output of the season. Maple Valley jumped out to a 59-33 halftime lead and never look­ ed back. All 12 Lions who dressed scored, including five who hit for double figures. “We were pleased that we were able to get out and run,” coach Jerry Reese said. “We had a lot of opportunities and were able to get aot of easy baskets off the break.” ' Senior guard Jason Hoefler scored 17 points to lead Maple Valley, and also added seven assists and collected three steals. Travis Hokanson chip­ ped in 13 points offthe bench. Dan Franks of M.V. fires a fade-away jumper over the Scott Casteele and Darrel outstretched arm of a Lansing Christian defender Stine tallied 11 points each, during Friday's 101-76 rout. The Lions will host arch­ while Jeff Moore added 10. rival Pennfield Friday night in a battle of SMAA Casteele grabbed nine re­ leaders, Valley defeated the Rams the bounds to lead the Lions. Dan to a 76-74 lead with 36 week before Christmas. Franks grabbed three steals. seconds remaining, Franks Tuesday the Lions jumped sank a pair of free throws. out to a 43-29 halftime lead, The Lions defense then stop­ but Bellevue was able to cut ped Bellevue, and Hoefler the lead to two points in the connected on a pair of free final minute. throws to ice the game before “We had 10 turnovers in Bellevue scored a late bucket. the fourth qaurter,” Reese The Lions hit 23 of 35 free said. “That’s why they were throws for the game. able to close the gap at the Tonight the Lions must end, and they hit four three- avoid looking forward to the pointers towards the end of Pennfield game, because the game.” Galesburg-Augusta plays very With Maple Valley clinging physical basketball. Maple M.V. 7th grade eagers advance to finals The young Lions won two games to advance to finals of the M.V. Tournament. On Monday the Lions met Laingsburg and pulled out a 36-26 win. After battling to a 15-15 halftime score, the Lions opened up a 10 point third quarter lead and held on to win. Brian Hopkins led the team with 10 points and five rebounds. Damon Patrick had eight points followed by Wayne Moore and Pete Kellepourey with six apiece. On Wednesday the Lions faced a taller Bath team in the second round. After falling See 7th grade, column 4 Vermontville Firemen’s • DANCE • The annual Vermontville Firemen’s Dance to raise funds for equipment will be held... Saturday, Feb. 16 from 8 P.M. until ? Music by... “PARTYDOWN” SEOO OO per person / MOM MA AO nF nF per couple Tickets at the door or in advance at Ken’s Standard & Sav-Way. M.V. Jr. High cage in tourney finals The Maple Valley seventh players scored for Maple and eighth grade basketball Valley. Priddy again sparked the teams both posted a pair of wins last week in preliminary Lions against Lansing Chris­ games to reach Saturday’s tian, scoring a team-high 24 points and pulling down 23 championship games. The Lion eighth graders rebounds. Olivet defeated Saranac pounded Laingsburg Monday night '58-15 and held off Lans­ 51-40 and St. Philip 53-27 to ing Christian 54-46 Wednes­ advance to the championship. In Saturday’s other eighthday night to reach the finals. Maple Valley will face Olivet grade action, Lansing ChrisSaturday night at 7:30 for the tian will face St. Philip at tide. 12:45 p.m. to decide third and Each team will enter the fourth place, Laingsburg and championship game with Potterville will meet at 10:15 unblemished records. a.m. for seventh place, and Gabe Priddy and Keith Bath and Saranac will tangle Carpenter scored 10 points at 3:15 for fifth place. each for the Lions. Eleven In seventh grade action, the Lions topped Laingsburg 36-26 Monday and then defeated Bath in a 33-32 7th grade eagers, from column 2 behind 20-9 at halftime, M.V. used their speed and quickness to hold Bath to 12 second half points while scoring 24 of their own. The Lions never led until less than a minute left when Pete Kellepourey hit a one and one to give them a 31-30 lead. Bath came back and with 20 seconds left the Lions fouled the Bath center in the act of shooting. Both shots were good, and MV trailed 32-31. After two attempts at the basket, Scott Heyboer grabb­ ed a rebound and with two seconds left put the ball through for a 33 to 32 lead. Fouled in the act of shooting, Scott missed the freethrow, forcing Bath to waste valuable time advancing the ball up court and sealed the win. Brian Hopkins had 17 points and five steals. Damon Patrick tallied seven steals and Pete Kellepourey added five steals. thriller Thursday to reach the finals, where they will meet Saranac. Saranac defeated Olivet 47-27 and Potterville 32-25 in its half of the bracket. Saturday’s championship game will be at 6 p.m. Other games include BathPotterville at 10:30 a.m., Lansing Christian-St. Philip at 9 a.m. and Laingsburg-Olivet at 2 p.m. Medals will be awarded to members of the first-and second-place teams and trophies will also be presented. Saturday will also feature a cheerleading competition. Admission to the tourna­ ment is $2 with all proceeds going to the track fund. Mapes Family Florist 107 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE 852-2050 Complete line of Valentine Flowers, Plants and Arrangements J Call for one of our exclusive \ Valentine Specials Say it with Flowers' WE DELIVER OPEN M-S 9 a.m.-5 p.m. February Paint Sale *129J. Reg $18.99 SAVE time, money and enjoy the benefit of these one-coat, spatterless, easy clean-up paints. *18“ ROYAL ONE COAT SPATIERLESS LATEXFLAT • For interior walls & ceilings. ROYAL WALLGUARD LATEX FLAT ENAMEL • For interior walls & trim. 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OPEN Mon.-Fri. 8 to 8; Sat, 8 to 6; Sun. 9 to 3 i •1.19b Tuesday & Wednesday DOUBLE MANUFACTURERS' COUPONS offer limited to Mfgs. coupon of *50 or l*es In value and limited to one coffee and cigarette coupon per family — limit one coupon per item. — NO DOUBLE COUPONS on dale items — � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-02-19.pdf 114c3607e71fa05ead675c58cba43c25 PDF Text Text 12/30/99 Hastings Public Library 121 S. Church Street Hastings, MI. 49058 Bulk Rate PAID U.S. POSTAGE HASTINGS, Ml 49058 Permit Ne. f Of a localpaper oftoday! aO' xP ublished 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. 119 - No. 30 — Tuesday, February 19, 1991 M.V. School Board approves general budget revisions By Teresa J. Frith The Maple Valley School Board last week Monday ap­ proved an updated operating budget and dealt with other money matters. The revised general budget submitted to the board con­ tained changes ofan estimated $108,403 more in revenue and $106,401 in added expenditures. The new revenue figures were determined by adding two grants received in recent weeks and by projected funds from state sources because 29 additional students were not counted for state aid funding at the beginning of the school year. New expenditures came from adjustments in areas such as salaries for a new special education teacher and aide, various supplies in several departments, legal fees, general administration costs, additional transporta­ tion costs due to a new special education run to Battle Creek and professional development conferences for teachers. “The new revenues will ex­ ceed the estimated expen­ ditures,” said Superintendent Ozzie Parks. In other money matters last week, the board: — Discussed leasing versus buying phone equipment in the superindent’s office and approved making the last pay­ ment on the present equip­ ment. Upgrading options, such as as speed calling, privacy mode, auto redial, phone montoring services and intercom systems, also were considered. The board will look into the costs ofthese op­ tions and decide whether or not to add them in the future. — Approved an updated spring sports budget. — Approved adding one freshman baseball team and one freshman volleyball team Six students are signed up next year because ofincreased for the Close Up trip and 44 interest. The addition of the for the senior trip. two teams could cause Several parents, had come to changes in next year’s sports Rooks with concerns for budget. s*tudents safety because ofthe In another matter, the board war in the Middle East. heard a report from student Rooks said, “I have been in counselor Ward Rooks on touch with Close Up officials questions asked about the in Washington who deal with security ofthe planned trips to security issues daily. So far, Washington D.C. by the all Close Up government senior class and the Close-Up study trips planned are still government study group. go. The only places closed are the White House and the Pentagon.” Rooks asked the board for permission to consider other locations for the senior trip, should the present plans need to be changed. The Close Up government study can’t be done at another location, he noted. Rooks was asked to find out more details and report back See School Board, page 2 Nashville Council to consider water, sewer rate increases J-Ad Graphics News Service Water and sewer rates in Nashville could rise if recommedations given to the council Thursday are followed. Department of Public Works officials have proposed an immediate increase in sewer rates from the present $1.66 per 1,000 gallons to $2.06. They also suggested tying in future hikes in both water and sewer rates with inflation rates. “It is in our best interests to base our rates on the rate of inflation,” said council Trustee Richard Chaffee. “That way we could raise it gradually and not face a big increase all at once later on.” Present water rates are $1 per 1,000 gallons. If, for ex­ ample the rate of inflation was 4 percent, the cost could rise to t $1.04. The per gallon prices are in addition to basic rates of $4.17 per month for water and $9.05 for sewer. “In order to tie in any rate hikes to inflation rates, the present ordinance must be amended,” said Village Clerk Rose Heaton. “There also must be a public hearing.” Council decided to do a study on the matter through the appropriate committees and discuss it further at another meeting. In other business Thursday, the council: — Heard the January DPW report submitted by Director of Public Works Leon Frith. — Tabled a request by the DPW garage for a phone. — Voted not to attend the annual Mayor Exchange Day, usually held in May. — Received a copy of the Census Report. Kids celebrate Valentine's Day Children in Tammi King's kindergarten class enjoy their Valentine's Day party at Fuller Street Elementary. The children played games, exchanged cards and had snacks and punch. Holli Hale named '1991 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen uueen Holli Hale (center) is shown with her court: (back row, from left) Leigh Stine, alternate queen; Dawn Brand, (and front left) Amanda Rugg and Kelly Endsley. Holli Hale, a 17-year-old junidr at Maple Valley High School, fulfilled a life-long dream last week when she was selected to reign as the 1991 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen. She will preside over the Eaton County community's 51st annual Maple Syrup Festival in April and repre­ sent Vermontville and pro­ mote syrup products across the state. Holli, daughter of Darryl and Laurie Hale of Vermontville, has ambitions to be a lawyer and an ulti­ mate goal of becoming a judge. She was picked from a field of seven candidates during judging Feb. 12 at the Congregational Church in Vermontville. The event followed a dinner sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club. Serving with her will be alternate queen Leigh Stine, daughter of Stephen and Patricia Stine; and members of the court Kelly Endsley, daughter ofRoyal and Vickie Stickles; Amanda Rugg, daughter of Terry and Larry Rugg; and Dawn Brand, daughter of Charles and Dixie Brand. The new queen is 5' 10" and has brown eyes and golden-brown hair. She is a member of the National Honor Society and Student Council and plays on her school's basketball and soft­ ball teams. Holli is active in her church youth group, Students Against Drunk Driving, and Varsity Club. Knowledge of the maple syrup making process is part of the criteria used in select­ ing the Vermontville queen and Holli has has plenty of experience helping her grand­ parents, Don and Edith Hale of Charlotte. "I have helped in the tap­ ping and gathering. I have drilled the holes, inserted the spiles, hung the buckets and gathered (sap) many times," Holli said. She fondly recalls that as a child, she and friends would rush to the Maple Manor, the place where the See Syrup Queen, page 3 In This Issue... • Fuller Street kids “Hooked on Phonics” • Ham operator sends free messages overseas • FFA members compete in state contests • Michigan students take part in surhmer institutes �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1991 — Page 2 School Board approves budget revisions t to the board. The board also heard a report about this year’s Michigan Education Assess­ ment Program test results from Maplewood Elementary School Principal Dave Doozan. This year’s scores were below the state average in all areas except for eighth grade science and only showed im­ provement in seventh grade reading when compared to 1989. Doozan said, “One pro- blem is lack of curriculum guidelines in the district. MEAP tests are written from state guk nes, which have nt^Mje n ftnted by Maple ^inly subVanW Bw|p'ritten |p'ritten ject ar areGnatff'hrjd curriculum social studies. We will be establishing timetables for completing curriculums forr lanuage arts, physical educa-, tion, health, foreign lanuage, and fine arts. “While I am discouraged with the present test scores, I am encouraged with the direc­ tion we are headed. With the implementation of the school improvement teams, curriculum committees and the long-range planning project, I believe the future will bring tremendous differences.’’ In at the I other h business bi meeting, the board: — Approved Pat Powers as J), temporary replacement for i tonsportation and Custodial Supe rvisor Gerald Aldrich, who is still unable to return to work. from front — Approved hiring Jerry Aldrich to fill a vacant custodial position. — Approved a modified version of the Maple Valley Elementary School Discipline Handbook given to parents at the beginning of the school year. Minor changes were made in the handbook, which are now being implemented. Three area residents make Olivet's list Area residents Eunice Cor­ nish, Andrew Finkler and Tai Gearhart all were named to the dean’s list at Olivet Col­ lege for the fall semester. Cornish, a resident of Nashville, is majoring in English. Gearhart, a Maple Valley graduate, is majoring in business. Finkler, of Nashville and a Maple Valley graduate, is majoring in psychology. A grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale must Mace Pharmacy be achieved to be eligible for the honor. Olivet College is a fouryear liberal arts College located in southcentral Michigan and is associated with the Congregational Christian and United Church of Christ Churches. Founded in 1844, the private residential college awards the bachelor of arts and bachelor of music education degrees. HOMETOWN I 219 N. Main Street LUMBER YARD NASHVILLE Only one life — will soon be past 852-0845 I I 219 S. State St. HOURS: Monday thru Saturday Only what’s done for Christ will last. Nashville, Mich. 852-0882 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. HOME COOKING ATITS BEST Nashville s Friendly Family with Family Prices Trowbridge Service .y , A Country Kettle Cafe OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6 A.M. to 8 P.M. 113 N. MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE • PH. 852-1551 HECKER Agency 225 N. 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SALLEY NOLEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ......10 a.m. A.M. Service.......... 11a.m. P.M. Service ............ 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1991 — Page 3 Michigan students may take part in summer learning institutes Students from all Michigan high schools and vocationaltechnical centers have an op­ portunity to spend one or two weeks on a college campus this summer to explore the arts, sciences, and technology. The Summer Institutes, sponsored each year by the State Board of Education, will be at nine colleges and univer­ sities in summer 1991. Both public and non-public school personnel are invited to nominate 10th and 11th grade students to participate in the institutes. Each institute site offers in­ depth, advanced study and ex­ ploration through discussions, research and laboratory ac­ tivities, arts production and performance and field trips. The two-iveek arts and sciences programs have an academic and inter­ disciplinary focus, whereas the week-long technology in­ stitutes involve more product design and development. Grand Ledge students who attended last year met with students interested in this year’s summer institutes. The 1991 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Holli Hale is flanked by her parents, Darryl and Laurie Hale. Syrup Queen selected , Vermontville Maple Syrup Association makes syrup, to receive a fresh, hot sample. "My friends and I always looked forward to the early spring ritual of checking the buckets every day after school to see if the sap was running." Holli has a 13-year-old sister, Robin. Her maternal grandmother, Lila Green, is a Vermontville resident. Holli, a life-long resident continued from front page of Vermontville, enjoys hobbies of camping, fishing, horseback riding, raising tropical fish and collecting teddybears. She hopes to study pre­ law at Grand Valley State University and then attend Cooley Law School. In addition to knowledge about maple syrup aud first hand experience in turning sap into syrup, the new queen and her court were judged on their appearance, poise, speaking, ability to represent the community and an essay they had written in advance. Teacher Sue Landes explained the program to them and let the students tell their experiences. “It’s one of the best things I’ve done,” said Colleen O’Brien, a Grand Ledge senior who attended the Olivet College program last summer. Dominic Ronzello describ­ ed the experience as fun and said the professors were very encouraging. He attended a chemistry in­ stitute at Michigan Tech. “You get to see areas you would not get to see,” said Ronzello. Amanda Miller, who also attended the institute at Olivet College, described the inter­ view process to the students, told diem they would meet first with a principal and later with an interview team at Eaton Intermediate School District. Stephene Benkert attended the Institute offered at Eastern Michigan University. “I was able to work with equipment that I would never have the opportunity to work with in Grand Ledge. There was a lot to do besides .study. We even went to see Nelson Mandela.” Other Eaton County See students, on page 4 Auto-Home Health-Life Call NOW 726-0580 178 South Main Vermontville Mi Feed the kitty every year and retire as a fat cat. New books available at Putnam Library The following large print books have been given to the library by the Golden Eagles Memorial Foundation: “Life on the Nile” by Janice Elliot. A mystery set in Cairo, Egypt. ‘‘A Prospect of Vengeance” by Anthony Price. Two investigative reporters are threatened by the sinister past of a former security member of an in­ telligence research and development group. “Assassin’s Run.” A western novel by Vic Hanson. “Squaw Man” by Ben Bridges. The Army hires a professional fighter to return the wife of an Apache renegade who agrees to disap­ pear into the mountains and ■Maple Valley Athletic Boosters S I ■ BINGO MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA stop his killing spree. “A Walk in the Wood” by Anna Gilbert. Fiction set in a small country town in England. “Fire Down Below”, by William Golding. A story of a decrepit ship trying to reach Sydney Cove. “Campbell’s Kingdom.” Fiction by Hammond Innes, set in the Rocky Mountain area. “Doubtful Company.” A story ofthree lonely women in London by Pamela Street. “Joy Runs High.” Roman­ tic fiction by Tilly Armstrong. ‘ * Pennyroyal ” by Stella Whitelaw. Trying to discover the truth about a mysterious disaster at her grandfather’s, lead mine leads to conflict bet­ ween Cassy and the man she loves. with an IRA from Eaton Federal Savings Bank An Individual Retirement Acount is still the best way to save for the future. Tax reform did not eliminate IRA deductions entirely. Chances are you still qualify. Stop in for complete details! I " Eaton Federal ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. E — Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 “ Bank Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the We support Whole Family our troops in OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Owner — Diana Kuempel Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. 852-9481 Operation Desert Storm FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 FDIC tQUAl 10U5IVC INSURED LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1991 — Page 4 Fuller Street reading classes are Hooked on Phonics" in program By Teresa J. Frith Students in Pam Hunt’s reading classes at Fuller Street Elementary School are trying out a new program that teaches phonics with music, workbooks and flash cards. “Hooked on Phonics,” a product ofGateway Education Product Ltd., has been adver­ tised on national radio and television. It consists of five workbooks that cover vowel and consonant sounds; prefixes and suffixes; various letter combinations and using learned words in sentences; cassette tapes that use music to teach letter sounds; and flash cards. “First the children listen to the musical tapes,’’said Hunt, Chapter I reading teacher. “The tapes explain the flash cards, which have letter Barry County Extension I Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: Feb. 20 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Feb. 20 - 4-H Dairy Workshop, 8 p.m., Lisa Stevens home, Hastings. Feb. 21 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Bldg., Fairgrounds. Feb. 23 - State 4-H Personal Appearance Workshop, 10 a.m., MSU Union, East Lansing. Feb. 23 - 4-H Veterinary Science Open House, 2-5 p.m., Clark and Seidl Veterinary Clinic, 2265 Gun Lake Rd., Hastings. Feb. 23-24 - State 4-H Livestock Teen and Adult Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Feb. 25 - 4-H Rabbit Craft Night, 7 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 2 - 4-H Idea Fair, 12:30-4 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 6 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 7 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 10 - State 4-H Rodeo Clinic, MSU, East Lansing. names and sounds and a key word using that sound. The workbooks then show more letter combinations and sounds.” Most of the children work­ ing with the program seem to like it and say it is helping them. “It’s cool,” said Tiffany, one ofHunt’s students. “I like it because we get to listen to music." This is the first year the Hooked on Phonics program has been tried at Fuller. Prin­ cipal Nancy Potter decided to try it with the Chapter I readers and asked Hunt to teach it on a trial basis. “It has lots ofrepetition and review,” said Hunt. “I have seen improvements in some of the students. I think that it is easier, though, if it is done on a one-to-one basis and more valuable for small groups of students.” Regular reading classes use a more structured approach to teaching phonics, according to Hunt. “The Hooked on Phonics program improves listening skills and verbalization, ” said Hunt. “And the musical tapes help motivate students who get bored with reading. However, the main difference between it and the structured language approach is that Hooked on Phonics doesn’t reinforce tactile (writing) skills.” Hunt added, “There is no writing done in this program and it is taught partly by sight. Some students need not only to see the letters, but also to touch them as well.” Ihometow LUMBER YARD J 219 S. State, Nashville (EE OK CREDIT • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • • • • SI QEI Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 MKe will be closed Dec. 31st for Inventory SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS One of Pam Hunt's Chapter I reading classes listens as she explains the daily lesson. Her classes involve learning about phonics through the "Hooked on Phonics" program. Nashville Chamber re-elects officers The Nashville Chamber of Commerce held its first meeting of 1991 Wednesday, Feb. 6. The organization, establish­ ed to support and encourage businesses and other civic projects in the Nashville area, met and discussed several ongoing and new concerns of the new year. Officers were voted on at this meeting, and the existing officers will retain their posts. They are David Mace, presi­ dent; Dave Liebhauser, vice president; Joan Winegar, treasurer; and Mary Ohler, secretary. Also discussed was a plan to update an existing but “out of date” map of Nashville mer­ chants and businesses, in order to better facilitate needs and inquiries of the public. With the help of both Chamber and non-Chamber members this map could become a great help, par­ ticularly to those from outside the Nashville area who might inquire about products and services. The meeting also touched on both the 1990 Harvest Festival and Rendezvous Shoot and plans for the 1991 Festival. The Chamber is encourag­ ing merchants and business people in the Nashville area to join the Chamber of Com­ merce to promote ideas and projects in the village. Meetings will be held the first Wednesday of the month March through June, at 7 p.m. Dues are $15 per year for individuals and $25 for each business. Any inquires can be made by contacting any of the of­ ficers and dues can be paid to Joan Winegar at Maple Valley Real Estate. Students may take part in institutes, students who attended the 1990 Summer Institutes in­ clude Delicia Seals, former Grand Ledge student, Can­ dace Funk, Eaton Rapids High School; Lisa Long and Jennifer Swartz, Maple Valley High School; and Eric Green from Charlotte High School. Nominees should be mature, enthusiastic students with above average ability, creativity, and talent or poten­ tial in the area ofnomination, showing evidence of strong motivation and commitment in their educational and per­ sonal activities. Nominees should have the .ability to analyze and synthesize inter­ relationships between broad areas of the arts, sciences, or technology. The six arts/sciences in­ stitute sites and their areas of focus are: Adrian College (June 30-July 13) - theater, writing, sculpture, photography, biology, chemistry, political science. Eastern Michigan Univer­ sity (June 30-July 13) theater, intercultural com­ munications, media, biology, physics, philosophy, political science. ’ Hope College (July 7-20) dance, theater, television pro­ duction, environmental biology, human physiology, nuclear science, psychology. Michigan Technological University (June 16-29) creative writing, journalism, graphic arts, chemistry, physics, engineering, design. Olivet College (June 30-July 13) - music (jazz), theater, creative writing, sculpture/collage, sociology, psychology, economics, political sciences, environmental studies. Western Michigan University (July 14-27) music theater, ceramics, photography, writing, math, computer sciences, .chemistry, biomedical technology, electronics. The four technology sites and focus areas are: Delta College (June 23-28) - engineering design. Kellogg Community Col­ lege (July 7-12) - food science and electronics. University of Michigan Dearborn (July 14-19) - Genther Funeral Home 204 North Queen St. Nashville, Michigan RICHARD A. GENTHER DIRECTOR “Where professional and reverent care makes a difference.” Sponsoring the C.O.P.E. Grief Support Group EASY ACCESS RAMP AVAILABLE Member of the Forethought Pre-Planners MONUMENTS AND GRAVE MARKERS Miscellaneous ADOPTION: Married couple want to adopt baby. Legal, confi­ dential. 517-646-9805 collect. BANNER subscriptions. Phone 948-8051. (517) 852-0840 Serving Barry and Eaton County for over 100 Years Community Notices HASTINGS automotive engineering. Western Michigan University (June 16-21) medical technology. Application materials are available at each high school. Students must be nominated at the high school level, proceed through a screening at the in­ termediate school district and then a final state selection process. ' Nomination deadline is March 1. Upon final selec­ tion, Eaton County students pay between $25 and $50, with the local school districts paying the remainder of the $150 fee. For more information, con­ tact the Summer Institute liaison person at each high school, or Patricia Greene, coordinator of programs for the Gifted and Talented, Eaton intermediate School District, 543-5500/484-2929. Maple Valley Chapel AA/AL-ANON: Meetings at St Cyrils Church Tuesdays at 8:00pm. from page 3 2 Cremation Service Available �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1991 __Page 5 Ham operator sends free messages overseas via MARS transmissions By Teresa J. Frith Mail and phone calls to Saudi Arabia have been either delayed or impossible in re­ cent weeks, but a local ham radio operator has gotten his transmissions through in 48 hours or less. Rod Ward tunes in the world every night via MARS (Military Affiliate Radio Sta­ tion). He has been a ham operator for about 114 years and is one of about 100 MARS operators in Michigan. “I was always interested in MARS since I was a child,” said Ward. “It’s been said that it is one of the military’s best kept secrets. I enjoy sen­ ding messages and want peo­ ple to know that someone is out there that they can depend on to come through for them.” “MARS grams” are similar to telegrams and can be up to 30 words in length. In order to send a gram, one must have the service member’s name, rank, social security number, unit address and APO number. Grams can’t be sent to FPO addresses because of restric­ tions now in effect. Grams normally take about 48 hours to reach their final destination. The main difference bet­ ween MARS grams and com­ mercial telegrams is that MARS grams are free. “Most people are very sur- prised that this service is free,” said. Ward. “People have asked if they can make a donation. I tell them ‘no,’ that the emotional payback is bet­ ter than any amount of money.” Operators can be either military or civilian. If civilian, they must be licensed through the MARS network. MARS stations are located all over the world, both in the States and overseas. Ward recently was chosen as one of the Miller High Life Brewing Company’s “Hometown Heros.” He received a certificate and will attend a dinner with 11 other “Hometown Hero” award winners later this year. Kellogg Elementary students are ‘Booking I*t to earn pizza awards k*"fc *" H! ’ * * W «U JJhnJ ** C^r fJ*A»«lJ ®«u ••b jJjMt •** Sj Rod Ward sits at his computer terminal and prepares to send his MARS radio messages to Saudi Arabia. This is a free service for sending telegram-like messages to APO addresses. “I don’t consider myself a hero, but I was very honored to be chosen,” he-said. “I just want to keep contact between people. It’s super and I’m more than happy to help.” Ward also receives messages from service members overseas meant for Michigan cities in this general area. “I usally send out between two and six messages each night,’’said Ward. “I also check for incoming messages headed for nearby cities.” With the present technology, Ward can send messages either by voice or computer terminal. Computer messages go out faster, but not all MARS stations are equipped for sending them. Anyone who wants to send a MARS gram need only call Ward at 543-3775. Nashville residents can call D. Ham­ mond at 852-0729 to pass in­ formation to Ward and avoid a long distance cost. 2 CARD OF THANKS W I would like to thank the following for helping me M make the Maple Syrup Queen Court: Bobbie’s Nail ■ & Tanning, Larry Haigh Family, Merle Martin ■ Family, Mary Burpee (Lady Remington Jewelry), ■ Karen Hulsebof, Larry Corkwell Family, the judges ■ who voted for me, David and Angie Brand, Mom Hand Chuckie. Thank Y Dawn Brand UM (517)726-0181 STANTON'S * W ■ me® ns. leilin Iitki|u OES. ClWjlK »bs zone I S jit brazil ■ c t rat m jtK w g. , natiMHo ktacitiKi w£toH.p| jBimtni njzaata taiiaB. idiin F® gjl. $mn bfc bfcH aaa Wl>Ul .(*<■» 144 SOUTH P)hin STRCCT UCKMOtlTMILie. MICHIGAN 49096 ^KlUCTIOnCCHS & RChLTORSi^F MSHVILLC (517) 852-1717 Eight students from Sandy Briggs' sixth-grade class received free pizza coupons for completing a special reading program: (front row, from left) Amber Davidson, Marvin Smith, Dana Hamilton, (back row, from left) Matt Pennington, BeeGee Garvey, Robb Rosin and Daniel Leep. Absent from photo is Mike Heyboer. Eight Kellogg Elementary students are munching on free pizza after completing a special reading program spon­ sored by Pizza Hut, The “Book It” reading pro­ gram requires students to read a designated amount of time per week for at least four of five months. The eight students who completed the program are from Sandy Brigg’s sixth-grade class. “Participants could earn one coupon good for a per­ sonal pan size pizza at Pizza Hut for each month they com­ pleted their reading," said Briggs. “I set up the amount of time they were required to read each week and marked everyone’s progress on a chart.” Students also received a special certificate of achieve­ ment and their names were placed on the “Book It” honor roll. Those receiving the awards and coupons were Matt Penn­ ington, BeeGee Garvey, Robb Rosin, Daniel Leep, Mike Heyboer, Amber Davidson, Marvin Smith and Dana Hamiliton. ‘Only $59,000 for this three bedroom home with barn and outbuildings ‘Approx. 1 ’/> - 2 acres •Owner wants to sell! I (CH-105) nt Pre-retirement newsletter series available in March For those planning to retire within the next 10 years, the Eaton Cooperative Extension Service is offering a series of four newsletters. The newsletters include a computerized personal finan­ cial analysis which will help people to become actively in­ volved in determining their Auto • Farm • Home • Health Business • Life • Semi-Trucks TOBIAS-MASON Insurance Agency 852-2005 • Dick Tobias Copies Available 10e each financial future. This Series I, four issues newsletter, will cover such topics as understanding pensions, sav­ ings and investments, mutual funds, municipal bonds and deferred annuities. However for those who plan to retire within five years, the Series II newsletter, again four issues, will deal with issues pertaining to immediate retirement questions. The publications will help people decide on their pension and Individual Retirement Ac­ count withdrawals and understanding Social Securi­ ty. Topics covered will be pension distribution, lump sum and annuities. There is a $5 charge for each newsletter. Those in­ terested in receiving these newsletters may indicate which series they are in­ terested in and send a check payable to Eaton Cooperative Extension Service and mail it to Mona Ellard, CES, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte, Mich., 48813. The newsletter mailings will begin early in March. Only $27,500 for this 3-4 bedroom home *l'/j baths, appliances included (V-53) Year-round home at Thornapple Lake Screened porch, newer seawall Land contract terms! (M-36) ‘Super 3 bedroom home with 2 baths, 2 kitchens, family room, garage, large deck ‘Located on 20 acres with pond ‘Great location! (CH-106) '1985 mobile home on two lots 'Three bedrooms, 2 full baths Garage 'Priced at only $22,500! (N-76) L-96. 157 acres of farm land — good Eaton County location. Land contract terms. Priced to sell! UPCOMING REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 -12 parcels of real estate to be sold in Clare — farmland, recreational land, homes. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28 -11 parcels to be sold in Standish - lake property, farmland, recreational land, homes. One home and two duplexes located in Lansing. FRIDAY, MARCH 8........................................ SATURDAY, MARCH 9........................................................................ Ranch home located in the Charlotte area. FRIDAY, MARCH IS...................................................... Two story home located in Nashville. SATURDAY, APRIL 6 - Over 300 acres to be sold in Muskegon County with two homes and full line of farm machinery. THINKING OF SELLING AT AUCTION OR LISTING CONVENTIONALLY? PLEASE CALL US SO YOUR PROPERTY CAN BE MARKETED PROPERLY IN 1991! Joe & Marge Andrews - 852-0712 Bob Gardner • 726-0331 Chris Stanton • 543-0598 Kathleen J. Swan • (Lansing) 323-9536 Cindy Doolittle-726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley New», Nashville. Tuesday, February 19, 1991 — Poge 6 Clown classes to begin Feb. 23 in Charlotte Youths and adults may still register for 4-H clown classes beginning Saturday, Feb. 23. They can learn the art, history and etiquette ofclowning through a series of eight clown classes. Classes will be from 10 a.m. to noon each Saturday in Charlotte at the county fairgrounds. A minimum of 10 par­ ticipates, ages 9 and over (with parental assistance), are needed. The cost is S15 and participants also will incur the expense of their own makeup and clown costumes. Farm finances survey underway Clowning students will learn how to do skits, makeup, balloon art and more. Classes will be offered on an every other year basis. Sign up at the Cooperative Extension Service office by Feb. 20. A nationwide Farm Costs and Returns Survey (FCRS) is being conducted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Enumerators from the Federal/State Michigan Get in on the good times with our IZONS CLUB If you're age 50 or more, you've already fulfilled the most important requirement for HORIZONS CLUB membership. The only other one is that you bank with us and maintain a $5,000 balance in a combination of checking* and savings or certificate of deposit. That's all there is to it! And look at the benefits you'll enjoy: *$2,500 minimum balance required in checking account of your choice. Free photocopies of important documents. Special Club travel tours and outings at attractive group rates. Each one escorted and tailored espe­ cially to your needs and preferences. Direct deposit of Social Security Checks. Free notary service. Special Club Events such as luncheons, theater par­ ties, seminars and day trips. Personal assistance by bank officers with money management questions Free accidental death insurance of $50,000 or more covering travel on any common carrier. No annual fee MasterCard or VISA credit card. Attractive car rental discounts at Hertz and Avis. Free bank by malt envelopes. Special discounts at local area merchants. A free personal estate consultation. Your HORIZONS CLUB membership card is your pass­ port to all these benefits and more. And all you need to do to enroll is fill out the application form included in this folder and bring it in to any Hastings City Bank office. That's all there is to it. Monthly newsletter with information of special inter­ est to you, plus news of upcoming trips and events. So come Join the club! We're looking forward to welcoming you as a member. Discount on eyewear with a SPECS card at Sears and Montgomery Ward. 20% discount on any size safe deposit box. Free Money Orders. Horizons Club Director Hastings City Bank 150 West Court St Hastings, Ml 49058 OFFICES IN BELLEVUE NASHVILLE CALEDONIA Tuesday, Feb. 26 Tuna pasta casserole, peas, carrots, fruit. Events Wednesday, Feb. 20 Hastings, movie and popcorn; Nashville, popcorn. Thursday, Feb. 21 Nashville, bingo. Friday, Feb. 22 - Nashville, popcorn; Woodland, blood pressure. Monday, Feb. 25 - Bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, Feb. 26 - All sites puzzles. Free Travelers Checks HORIZONS CLUB membership card. MIDDLEVILLE pletely confidential and protected by law. Enumeration will continue through mid­ March. Last year's survey found that in 1989 gross farm in­ come in Michigan totaled $3.66 billion versus $3.13 billion in 1988. Production expenses rose to $2.99 billion in 1989 compared to $2.73 billion in 1988. Net farm in­ come increased to $683 million in 1989 up from $395 million in 1988. Regional farm production expenditure data will be released in July 1991. State level data will be available in the fall of 1991. If you have any questions, please call the Michigan Agricultural Statistics Service at 517/334-6001. Barry County CO A menu, events planned Wednesday, Feb. 20 Roast turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, dressing, baked apples, oleo. Thursday, Feb. 21 Chuck roast, Italian blend, parsley potatoes, bread, cookies. Friday, Feb. 22 Macaroni and cheese, beets, asparagus, pudding. Monday, Feb. 25 Swiss steak, parsley potatoes, spinach, bread, oleo, fruit. designed especially for active people like you! HASTINGS Agricultural Statistics Service will personally interview 900 farm operators in Michigan. Nationally, more than 24,000 farm operators will be interviewed. This year’s FCRS also will focus on the economics of vegetable farming. Field enumerators will interview 350 Michigan vegetable growers. In addition to FCRS, cost ofproduction data will be collected from 150 soybean producers. The FCRS is one of the most important surveys that the USDA conducts. Data will be used by policymakers as an aid in formulating legislation. It is essential to have accurate and statistically reliable estimates of economic indicators. All data collected are com- Please send me information and an enrollment form lor your HORIZONS Club. NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP PHONE NUMBER Clip Sinnk ESTABLISHED 1886 MEMBER FDIC UPON APPROVAL School Lunch Menus Maplewood School Wednesday, Feb. 20 Chicken nuggets, dip, mashed potatoes, bread and butter, applesauce. Thursday, Feb. 21 Nacho chips, taco meat and cheese, green beans, bread and butter sandwich, pears. Friday, Feb. 22 Hot dog on bun, potato roads, peaches, cookies. Monday, Feb. 25 Hamburger on bun, potato chips, vegetable, applesauce. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Pizza, com, peanut butter sandwich, pickles, fruit. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Fuller St. School Wednesday, Feb. 20 Com dog, tater rounds, stewed prunes, pudding. Thursday, Feb. 21 Chicken noodle soup, crackers, pickle spears, pineapple, tuna sandwich. Friday, Feb. 22 Pizza, green beans, apple/cherry crisp. Monday, Feb. 25 B.B.Q. ’s./bun, sweet potatoes, mixed fruit. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Spaghetti/cheese, green beans, peach, whole wheat roll. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Jr.-Sr. High School Wednesday, Feb. 20 ♦Salad, *pizza, com, apple. Thursday, Feb. 21 ♦Salad, h*ot dogs/bun, ♦Rib E. Q., green beans, juice, roll and butter, salad bar. Friday, Feb. 22 ♦Salad, *Burritos, sauce/cheese, peas, ap­ plesauce, bread and butter. Monday, Feb. 25 ♦Salad, ‘Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, butter, peaches, bread and butter. Tuesday, Feb. 26 ♦Salad, *Lasagna, Tuna Sandwich, peas, apple, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: ‘Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Hairstyle Special — 5° Cut, Shampoo & Blow Dry Monday thru Saturday 8 a.m. to ? "The Mirrors Image" /rip g w.ikkoke pjjaaGlv Hair Stylists for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville • *8951292 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1991 — Page 7 vs v Obituaries JO J ^Vt’ jM Russell A. Cole W5ws < W CJt-Ak Ak !LL^ S^? NA NWA L fJ^k ^k m m ■fekik SUNFIELD - Russell A. Cole, 83, of Sunfield, passed away Saturday, February 2, 1991 at his residence. Mr. Cole was a life member of the F&A.M. Sunfield Masonic Lodge #455 and was a Charter member of the Sunfield Lions Club. He worked for many years as a construction worker and farmer. He is survived by his wife, Hazel; children, Jean (Keith) Hotchkiss of Denhan Springs, Louisiana, Betty (Paul) King of Six Lakes, George (Betty) Cole of Sunfield, Lee (Gayle) Cole of Charlotte; step-daughter, Faith (Fred) Richard of Lansing; step-son, John (Margina) Porter of Sunfield; sister-in­ law Margret Cole of William­ ston; 20 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. His mother and father preceded him in death, Carrie Rose Dell, Harvey Cole; one son, Raymond Cole; two brothers, three sisters. Funeral services were held Tuesday, February 5, at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Reverend Ed Barr of the Bell Oak United Methodist Church officiating. The pallbearers were members of the Sunfield Masonic Lodge, George Harris, George Thorp, Clayo Reed, Art Boulis, Fred Hart, Jack Barker, honorary pallbearers were Hans Huyck, and Eric Rice. There was a Masonic Lodge service at the cemetery. For those wishing, contributions may be made in memory ofMr. Cole to the G.A.R. Hall or the Sunfield Lions Club. Burial was in the Sunfield Cemetery, Sunfield. Donnie Flory ®b ®n Ittdj । ft J B®. t Btlifl kl^.Uj i n. si ftam 1 ^B.SiJi» wnfa. dtth refill Sfriffitas lipiM k> naai «Itta«« It ltd S' NASHVILLE Donnie Flory, 18 of 5570 Curtis Road, Nashville passed away Friday, February 15, 1991 at the University ofMichigan Hospi­ tal in Ann Arbor as a result of an automobile accident. Donnie was born on November 2, 1972 in Lansing, the son ofDonald and Deborah (Gilmore) Flory. He was a life long resident of this area and attended Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville and Maple Valley High School graduating in 1990. He was employed at Pro Line in Hastings as a painter and previously worked at Junior’s Scrap Yard in Nash­ ville. He enjoyed working on cars and in his senior year in high school, he attended Lans­ ing Community College to study auto mechanics. He was well liked by everyone. Donnie is survived by his mother and step father Debor­ ah and Randy Baker of Nash- ville; father and step-mother Don and Debbie Flory of Nashville; brothers, Danny, Lance and Lucas Flory at home; step-sister Melissa Harmon of Nashville; maternal grandmother, Donna Fifield of Vermontville, maternal grandfather Winston Gilmore of Alabama; paternal grandparents Glendon and Beulah Flory ofGrand Ledge; paternal great-grandmother Nevah Faust of Grand Ledge; many aunts uncles and cousins. Funeral services were held Monday, February 18 at Vermontville Bible Church, with Reverend Ronald Brooks officiating. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to Donnie Flory Memorial Fund. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home ir Nashville. j*t-irci {baft i MA gtfiWri I*B Jft Henry J. Loftus HASTINGS Henry J. Loftus, 83 of 520 West Court Street, Hastings and formerly ofthe Middleville and Caledo­ nia areas passed away Friday, February 15, 1991 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Loftus was born July 8, 1907 in Leighton Township, Allegan County, the son of Austin and Eleanor (Humphrey) Loftus. He was raised in the Middleville area and attended the Brew School. He was married to Elizabeth G. Baker on September 9, 1929. She preceded him in death December 10, 1976. He then married Zelma (Bird) DeGroote on November 10, 1979. He farmed in Irving Township, Barry County most of his life. Other employment included: E.W. Bliss Company, Hastings Manufacturing Company and Dale Lapham Excavating, all of Hastings. He retired in 1975. He was a member of St. Rose ofLima Catholic Church and a former member of Knights of Columbus. Mr. Loftus is survived by his wife, Zelma; daughter, Elizabeth Heidt of Hastings; son and wife, Austin and Marcia Loftus of Manistique, son and wife, Patrick and Iris Thank You CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank my family, neighbors, friends and Eastern Star for all the cards, flowers, gifts and food which was brought in my home on my 90th birthday. Hcrmina Southern CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank everyone for the cards, prayers that were given to me and the donations which were given to the Cancer Society for the loss of my son, Bcrdcttc Myers of Lansing, also for the donations to the Haslett Community Church. Tina Myers Elmer Roush Loftus of Hastings; step son, Stephen DeGroote ofFreeport, step son, Earnest DeGroote of Hastings; step daughter, Stella Rine of Delton, step daughter, Laura Miller ofFreeport; eight grandchildren; 11 step grandchildren; eight great grandchil­ dren; four step great grandchil­ dren; four sisters, Margaret White of Nashville,' Rosetta Johnson of Middleville, Katherine Robleski of Hast­ ings and Frances Linsea of Grand Rapids; several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, John, Austin and Thomas Loftus; four sisters, Adelia Linsley, Sr Mary Padua, SSL, Sr Mary (Ellen) Bridget, SSJ., and Nora Hooten; grandson, Kevin Heidt. Rite of Christian burial was held Monday, February 18 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Hastings with Reverend Leon H. Pohl offi­ ciating. A scripture service was held Sunday, February 17 at the Wren Funeral Home, Hastings. Burial was at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Hastings. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Samaritan Hospice of Barry County. !*» ft1 PLUS..A FREE Drawing Every Week Styles-R-Us Dinner for two - Country Kettle; 224 Main. Nashville Howers from Mapleleaf Florist: Certificate from Good Time Pizza; 2 Passes to the Hastings Cinema ST EFFERDENT iBOStoni CONDITIONING SOLUTION RECONDITIONING L'KOPS IO ML.............................53.H ONVENIENCT PACK .53.00 REGULAR OR SE NSITIVE EYES1*? FORMULA MICRO FINE IV INSULIN SYRINGE IDO’S; ICC. I/2CC OR 3/IOCC A84IO, 8430. 8465. 6413 OR 8412 $15.09 ULTRA FINE 29-G INSULIN SYRINGE IDO’S 48431.8411 OR 8466 L'ONSUMER Rt fUNO or FIR* *»55 £? OPEN HOUSE EXTRA STRENGTH gelcaps nxrs CHILDREN’S ELIXIR 4 OZ. CREST TOOTHPASTE 4.6-OZ. SALE PRICE $1.33 LESS MFG. REFUND OFFER -1.0(1 YOUR FINAL COST AFTERREFUND 33 CREST PUMP 6.4 OZ. at... $1.99 Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court St.; Hastings iW.. , FRIDAY, MARCH 1st 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Member FDIC the Week OIL OF OLAY 4-OZ. 499 i Tyle*nol *bLUCAf b-d &! **S I"A i**2 S> *S' boa EXTRA-STRENGTH TYLENOL mcohdi MOUTHWASH 24 OZ. I CLEANING TABLETS 60's BOSTON cflUftM cflUftMl Solution SCOPE , ft SYLVIA HOEVE BAUICH ftiOMB. i*jiiiii I 852-1757 BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. SALINES 12 OZ. ..$1.99 DAILY CLEANERS I OZ $2.99 ** f#'!i‘. $ -g fk()0 JLU VIDAL Business Services ’ > «t5£ for the Month of February SHAMPOO & SET W/HAIRCUT An Investment In Your Health BAUSCH & LOMB ' Mr. Roush is survived by his wife, Dorotha; two sons and daughters-in-law, Keith and Ruth Roush and Eldon and Bobbie Roush, all of Hastings; daughter and son-in-law, Lucille and Wilburn Cody of Battle Creek; 13 grandchil­ dren, 13 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Jennie Treat, Pearl Woods, Lily Roush and Sylvia Hollister, all of Hastings. He was preceded in death by brother, Henry Roush in 1920. Funeral services were held Monday, February 18, at the Hastings Church of the Nazarene, with Reverend James Leitzman officiating. Burial will be at the Striker Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Church of the Nazarene or Good Samaritan Hospice of Barry County. Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. National Ads HOME WORK spare time. Paint lovely miniature toys, cam $20 set. No experience neces­ sary and no investment required. Fun for the whole family. Amaz­ ing recorded message reveals details. Call anytime 1-900-990-4949. HOSPITAL JOBS: start $6.80/hr, your area. No experi­ ence necessary. For information call 1-900-226-9399 ext. 1885, 6am-8pm 7 days. $12.95 phone fee. BAUSCH &LOMB ■ft HASTINGS - Elmer Roush, 84 of 3105 Roush Road, Hast­ ings passed away Friday, February 15, 1991 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Roush was bom on November 14,1906 in Carlton Township, Barry County, the son of Pliny and Bertha (Drake) Roush. He was a life long Barry County resident and attended Barry County rural schools, graduating from the Fish School in Freeport. He was married to Dorotha O. Rowley on July 3, 1928. He was engaged in farming most ofhis working life. Other employment included: Hast­ ings Manufacturing Company, Hastings Public Schools, Hastings Country Club and for several years was associated with his son Keith in the care and maintenance of several cemeteries in Barry County. He was a member ofChurch of the Nazarene. 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 OPEN 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1991 — Page 8 Children's Dental Health Month being observed in the schools enough to hopefully not have heard negative things about going to the dentist.” Dentists in Nashville and all over the nation are observing Children’s Dental Health Month in February. Masse says that he and his staff try to make visits plea­ sant and easy for their young patients. “We try to make it fim,”he says. “We show them what we are going to do and talk them through it. We don’t want anyone to be afraid.” Masse offered a few helpful hints for good dental hygiene: — Brush and floss at least twice a day. — Cut down on between- By Teresa J. Frith “Open wide and let's take a look in there,” says the whitecoated dentist to the small boy in the chair. “We’re going to count all of your teeth and make sure everything is OK.” Three-year-old Billy is hav­ ing his first trip to the dentist. He may be more interested in all the gadgets than having his teeth examined, but good den­ tal hygiene can never be started too early. “About a third of my pa­ tients are children,’’said Nashville dentist, Dr. Bradley Masse. “At about 3 years old, a child is mature enough to understand what going to the dentist means. It’s also young meal snacks and soda pop. — See your dentist twice a year. “It’s really important for children to see the dentist as soon as a cavity is detected,” said Masse. “Children’s enamel is much thinner than an adult’s teeth and a tiny hole can become a huge one very quickly.” Celebrate Children’s Dental Health Month by buying a child a new toothbrush and taking him for a check-up. Teeth are meant to last a lifetime. These three little teddy ddy bears are 'members of the "No Cavity" club. Any child can be a member too if ne or she learns good dental hygiene. Meeting on Urbanization planned for Wednesday ridor, the opportunity for urban/rural conflicts become more likely. The Michigan Legislature has provided legal basis to help settle disputes that may arise. The Michigan Right To Farm Act provides protection for farmers from nuisance legal suits if they follow good management practices. The meeting is free of charge and open to all in­ terested persons. For more information call the Farm Bureau (543-5565) or the Cooperative Extension Service (543-2310 or 372-5594). The Eaton County Farm Bureau Promotion and Educa­ tion Committee, Charlotte FFA Chapter and the Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice will sponsor an educa­ tional meeting on the Michigan Right To Farm Act Wednesday, Feb. 20. The 8 p.m. meeting will be held at the Media Center (located near the lecture room) at Charlotte High School. Agriculture is a vital part of Michigan’s and Eaton County’s economy. With in­ creased urbanization in par­ ticularly the northeast area of the county and the 1-69 cor- 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HMS Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available The Maple Valley FFA leadership teams attended leadership contests at Caledonia High School Feb. 6. FFA students from Maple RMLSi Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 (Graduate Realtors Institute) FFA members compete in state leadership contests MEMBERS OF BARRY1 EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Broker Leadership Y'^fora growing planet *REALTOR JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR... Eves. 726-0223 DOC OVERHOLT.................................. 852-1740 SANDY LUNDQUIST.......................... 852-1543 HUBERT DENNIS................................. 726-0122 DON STEINBRECHER...................... 852-1784 GARRY KNOLL............................ 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Lakewood Schools, 22 miles to Lansing (more land available). Call Sandy. (CH-370) NEW LISTING! ON 7 ACRES - RED­ MAN MANUFACTURED HOME - 24x48, 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Range, refrig., washer & dryer included. Nice "country setting." (CH-377) VACANT LAND: Valley participated in six of eight contests. Gary Gillean took fifth with a silver award in Prepared Public Speaking. The Ag. Forum team, consisting of DuffLaverty, Jason Byington and Brent Haag, took honorable mention. The Parlimentary Pro­ cedure team, consisting of Ben Ashley, D.J. Lamance, Tanya Bowen, Michelle Gidner, Shawn Scott, Mike Royston and Grant Simpson, also took an honorable mention. The Greenhand Conduct of Meetings team consisting of Seth Kangas, Amy Krebs, Amber Golaboski, Adam Gussey, Corey Bumford, and Charles Primm took fourth with an honorable mention. In Job Interview, Pat Ker­ by, received fourth place with an honorable mention. The Demonstration team, consisting ofDerek Morowski and Matt Reid, took third place with a silver. The Maple Valley FFA will look forward to the State Con­ vention at MSU during the week of Feb. 19-21. Delegates attending will be Jason Byington and Joel Butler. Meanwhile the local FFA chapter is getting ready to col­ lect sap. Anyone who would like to donate any trees to the FFA may contact the Maple Valley High School Ag Department at 852-9971. BODY TALK” By Michael N. Callton, D.C. The winter of our dispair As we cross off the double digits of February on our Maple Valley Lions calendar, it’s hard to believe that the first day of spring is a little more than a month away. Outside the freezing wind whistles across the snowy hills, and inside winter boredom may lead to depression. Many people believe that lack of sunshine leads to depression too. This belief is supported by the fact that areas of the world with less sunlight have higher rates of depression than other countries that have more sunshine. Boredom and depression have come to be recognized as two ofAmerica’s most serious health problems. According to some scientists, physical symptoms ofboredom and depression may mimic many disorders, including menstrual problems, fatigue, dizziness, rashes, headaches, insomnia, chest pains, impotence and personality changes. Unfortunately, the pains hurt just as much as pains caused by physical problems. So, what can we do to best counter winter boredom and depression? The physical inactivity ofbeing closed in is one of the problems. When we exercise, our bodies release hormones called endorphins into our bloodstreams resulting in a natural high that helps fight boredom and depression. Some authorities on the subject say that the best cure is fin­ ding what you enjoy and then doing it. Many physicians, in­ cluding myself, are now advising patients suffering from winter depression to go to tanning beds to counter the depriva­ tion of sunlight that occurs at this time of the year. It is well documented that some of your body’s major chemical reactions take place in the skin with the assistance of sunlight, Vitimin D activation is one example. Vitamin D depletion diseases, such as rickets, are proven to occur more often in countries with minimal sunlight or where complete body covering is worn, such as the Scandinavian countries and Saudi Arabia. The chemical transformation ofVitamin D occurs in the skin with the exposure to ultraviolet radiation found in sunlight. Tanning beds use ultraviolet lights and many feel that tanning beds keep them from becoming depressed. It is important to note that tanning beds have their hazards, but when properly used they may be an effective and safe detterent to depression. In conclusion, the use of exercise, activities of interest and tanning beds may be your best bet to counter the effects of winter boredom and depression. APPROX. 14 ACRES - Near MV High School. Good building site w/possible pond site. Call Hubert Dennis. (VL-364) 20 ACRES - PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S, OF NASHVILLEHORSE FARM - 40 ACRES • $74,900!! EATON COUNTY - South of Nashville, Maple Valley Schools, 2-story, remodeled, 3 bedroom home. 40x60 hip roof barn with 5 box stalls on lower level, 13x13 tack room, 20 acres of rolling hills with woods & pond sites. Call Don. (F-319) IF YOU ARE THINKING OF MAKING A CHANGE (SELLING OR BUYING). PLEASE GIVE US A CALL! SPRING k BUYERS ARE LOOKING NOW! Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) 20 WOODED *ACRE NASHVILLE - Battle Crt home. SOUTH OF nor,h *^ice *^ice ce place pl for a (VL-366) Rolling, some trees, good building sites, “country *view.' Located between Nashville & Hastings. Call Hubert Dennis. (VL-365) APPROX. 40 ACRES - WEST OF BELLEVUE-NEW LISTING - 1 acre quad level, brick & alum., 5 bedroom, 2V4 baths, 2 fireplaces, on M-78. Nice "home for the family" between Bellevue & Battle Creek. Call Don. (CH-376) NEAR VERMONTVILLE: 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up(VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 10 ACRES BUILDING LOTS - Black­ top road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359)^ Rep. Fitzgerald's office hours set Residents are invited to meet with State Represen­ tative Frank M. Fitzgerald as he holds district office hours Monday, Feb. 25. He will be at Charlotte City Hall from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.; and at Butternut Creek Apart­ ments in Charlotte from 11 a.m. to noon. 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Kellogg Elementary students recently got a break from their regular school work and were offered special classes on subjects outside 0262342 £****£ £ T^W^hktip '■■■f’fciitanilk IMtKrit OHtrastaiisH ’TKiraraiwio rrqaQjtefa MEKfflSEaHi KrjMi|ibijsi erininbi (IihmicMiiI 1»sniiisto|B glVEE^l® i«a«s® ., S.n'j S.n classroom studies. Students could pick two classes of eight possibilities being offered. Each class lasted two weeks and was held Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30 'Common Bond' group to appear in Charlotte The singing ministry group “Common Bond,” from Spr­ ing Arbor College, will per­ form at the Free Methodist Church of Charlotte Sunday morning, March 3. The time of the concert is 11 a.m.. There is no admis­ sion charge. Common Bond is a contem­ porary Christian singing group comprised of students who attend Spring Arbor College. The eight-member group includes David Banks, road director, Mt. Morris; Laura Case, Swartz Creek; David Hawkins, Jackson; Ann Puszykowski, Saginaw; Anna Reigle, Midland; Elizabeth Stillwell, Williamston; Steven Thompson, Clarkston; and Lon Zicafoose, sound techni- cian, Austin, Minn. For further information on this free concert, call 517-543-0910 between 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. p.m. Topics included origami, bird feeder making, first aid, quilt square making, repor­ ting, Spanish and lacing. “These classes were designed to expand the students’ horizons and give them a chance to see where their interests lie outside the classroom,” said sixth-grade teacher Sandy Briggs. “They came at a good time to break up the winter doldrums. The students are enthusiastic and excited at their chances to be creative.” NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER • • • • Dr. Michael Callton X-Ray Lab Gentle Spinal Adjusting Physical Therapy Therapeutic Muscle Massage Open 6 Days a Week Most Insurances Accepted (including Medicare & Medicaid) 127 S. 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Friday night the Lions were all but eliminated from the league race, as Pennfield held off a furious fourth quarter rally before a full house at Maple Valley to prevail, 68-65. Pennfield improved to 12-4 overall and, more important, to. 7-0 in the SMAA. The Lions fell to 12-5 overall and 6-2 in the conference. While Maple Valley coach Jerry Reese said that the league race is not quite over yet, he said the Panthers are most definitely in the driver’s seat. “Numerically, we still have a chance,’’ Reese said. “Realistically, I would say they should win the title. They have a tough road game against Bronson, then will play Olivet and St. Philip at home. I would expect them to win their home games.” After a tightly contested first half, the Lions suddenly went cold. They shot just three for 15 in the third quarter, and the Panthers rac­ ed out to a 51-41 lead. Continued next page— — NOTICE — Vermontville Residents Due to the resignation of Ronald Houck as Village Trustee the Village Council is accepting ap­ plications to fill the vacancy un­ til the next regular Village elec­ tion in March 1992. Anyone 18 years or older interested in serv­ ing, please leave your name at the Village Office by March 1, 1991. VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP Board of Review The Vermontville Township Board of Review will meet at the Vermontville Fire Station, S. Main St., Vermontville, on March 5,1991 to organize and review the 1991 tax roll. MARCH 11, 1991 9 a.m. to Noon & 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. MARCH 12, 1991 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. & 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For property owners wishing to examine their 1991 assessment and to show cause why their assessment should be changed. Ratio of 50% and multiplier of 1.0000 for all classes of real and personal property. william Crittenden, Assessor Russell Laverty, Supervisor �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1991 — Page 11 Maple Valley High School WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Local firemen hold safety courses for students TUESDAY, FEB. 19 • Fresh, J.V., Var. Basketball, Away, Lakewood, 4: 00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 20 • Jr. HI Basketball, Away, Bellevue, 4:30 p.m. • J.V. & Var. Volleyball, Home, Portland, St. Pat’s, 6:30 p.m. FRIDAY, FEB. 22 • HOMECOMING, Fresh., J.V., Var., Basketball Home, Bellevue, 4:30 p.m. SATURDAY, FEB. 23 • Volleyball, S.M.A.A.,. Away, Bellevue, 9 a.m. MONDAY, FEB. 25 • J.V. & Var. Volleyball, Away, Potterville/ Lansing Catholic, 6:00 p.m. • Jr. Hi. Basketball, Home, Portland, St. Pat’s 5: 30 p.m. Lions lose showdown , *^^1® tlsi ® nL'iit; K.iikhiffitt- Maple- Valley refused to fold, running off six con­ secutive points to slice the lead to four. But the Lions then began to get into foul trouble. First, leading scorer Scott Casteele picked up his fifth with 5:28 left. Then, Darrel Stine fouled out a short time later. Mickey Collier also fouled out, and the Panthers were able to hang on for the win. Reese tried to remain philosophical after the defeat. “Last season, we were for­ tunate because the ball bounc­ ed our way, this year it bounc­ ed theirs,” he said. “They played a little bit better. It was just one of those things.” Maple Valley attempted 62 shots to Pennfield’s 42,. but each team hit 24 field goals. The Panthers also had the edge on the line, hitting 17 of 29 to the Lions’ 13 of 23. Casteele led the Maple Valley scoring with 24 points, in- TOOLS -Uttuhilifeii :’jiwW 8 II# ft Air Compressors, Air Tools, Air Accessories, Socket Sets, Power Tools, Auto Equipment, Body Tools, Wood Working Equipment, Tool Boxes & Cabinets, Drill Press and Accessories, Vises, Fans. 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A rabies vaccination clinic for dogs and cats will be held in Nashville at the Fire Hall this month. The shots will be given this Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. and Feb. 26-28 from 6 to 8 p.m. A three-year rabies vaccination will cost $12 and one-year rabies shots will be $9.50. There will be a public hearing Thursday, February 28, 1991 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers to dis­ cuss the proposed 1991­ 1992 Fiscal Year budget for the Village of Nashville. ROSE HEATON, VILLAGE CLERK FassettJBody Shop (517) 726-0319 Fireman Chip Smith explains fire prevention and safety tips to a Nashville Baptist Church Sunday School class. COBB 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 It's that time of year... — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MonFdriadyaythru 270 N. 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The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 31 — Tuesday, February 26, 1991 Superintendent Parks speaks at county education forum by David T. Young Editor President Bush gave the State of the Union address, Governor Engler gave the State of the State message, and last Tuesday night area superintendents presented the state of education in Barry County. School chiefs of four districts in Barry County, an elementary principal and the superintendent of the Barry County Intermediate School District talked about issues and challenges facing the schools at a forum sponsored by the local chapter of the American Association of University Women. It was a unique forum that attracted a sparse audience, but a collection of top school officials. "This is the first time there's been a gathering like this, (involving) perhaps the most ..important institutions in the county," said Barry Intermediate School District Superintendent John Fehsenfeld. Hastings Superintendent Carl Schoessel talked about dealing with the changing face of the modem student. Ozzie Parks of Maple Valley spoke about schools effectively serving all students. Steve Garrett of Thornapple Kellogg talked about the need to equip high school graduates with better skills and Tom Makela of Lakewood presented challenges associated with finances. Marilyn Baker, principal at Delton Elementary, pinch hit for Superintendent Dean McBeth and talked about the school improvement process and Fehsenfeld presented the need for strategic planning. Schoessel pointed out that schools are different today than when he and members of the audience attended. He said today's students are being Nashville VFW to start ‘Desert Storm' support group locally By Teresa J. Frith The Nashville VFW Post is starting a support group for families of miliary personnel serving in Operation Desert Storm in the war in the Per­ sian Gulf. The war in the Middle East has brought stress and uncer­ tainty for many families. For those unfamiliar with the military; the ever­ increasing call up of National Guard and Reserve personnel also has brought about a need to know answers to problems that range from pay pro­ cedures to medical benefits. Nashville VFW Post No. 8260 is trying to meet these needs for the people in the Maple Valley area. “The people here have real concerns,” says local VFW Commander John Rapson. “They want to know if their loved ones are being taken care of. We want to give these people the support they need.” Plans are to have the first support group meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, March 11, at the Nashville VFW Post. It will be open to anyone in the area with a loved one serving in the U.S. war effort against Iraq. “We are trying to get military recruiters or other people in the know about Operation Desert Storm lined up to speak at the meetings,” says Rapson. “We expect to meet weekly and hope to get a good response.” Rapson says that many young people called up for Operation Desert Storm were unprepared. “A lot of them have never been away from home before,” he says. “Being called to active duty was the last thing some of them ex­ pected to happen.” VFW members also plan fund-raising events such as dances to help raise money for any Desert Storm family that may face financial problems as a result of the call up. “We don’t want anyone to have their heat turned off or not be able to pay their bills due to a change in income caused by someone being call­ ed to serve, “says Rapson. “We would like to hold one fund-raising event each month.” The VFW Women’s Aux­ iliary will bake cookies and offer coffee and other light refreshment at the meetings. “We just want to steer peo­ ple in the right direction if they need answers to any problems,’’says Rapson. “That’s what these meetings will try to do.” Maple Valley Superintendent Ozzie Parks talks with Delton Elementary Principal Marilyn Baker (right) and Nashville residents James and Bea Pino during a break at the AAUW forum last week. educated despite added problems such as teen suicide, drugs and alcohol, child abuse, teen pregnancy, the breakdown of families, sexually transmitted diseases and violence. Of today's families, Schoessel said, "Only 25 percent are the traditional 'Ozzie and Harriet' households (with working father and mother at home)." He said only 59 percent of students go through their edvxational experience with both parents. That means that perhaps half of today's young people are "educationally disadvantaged" as a result of the deteriorating family structure. Added to the problems are increasing incidences of poverty and homelessness. Schoessel said there were two students in Barry County reported recently to be living in the back of a car because the mother no longer wanted them and moved out of state and the father and stepfather didn't want them, either. And there are some kids who bring their problems from home to school. Some, about 350,000 American babies bom addicted to crack cocaine, haven't even arrived yet And there are too many abused at home and plagued by drug and alcohol abuse. "There is no question that television plays a role,” Schoessel said, noting that children are exposed to alcohol promotions and acts of violence and sex. He said that children between the ages of 2 and 5 see an average of 27 hours of TV a week. "Fifty percent of adult intelligence is formed by age 5," he warned. He added that too many programs shpw school authority figures as "nerds"and "wimps." "That's what our children are seeing of schools on TV," he said. Parks, who took over the reins at Maple Valley only last month, said he believes that for the most part, the schools are meeting the needs of the college prep students and special education children. It is the group in between, called the "at risk" students that is suffering. Parks pointed out that See Superintendent, page 2 Maple Valley High seniors win top academic honors Maple Valley seniors Jeff Moore and Andrea Gardner (center) were selected King and Queen during Winter Royalty ceremonies at Friday's varsity basketball game. Around them are the other senior canidates (from left) John Shank, Dana Cole, Pam Franks and Janel Hansen. J-Ad Graphics News Service Eight Maple Valley High School seniors were presented with academic letter awards and 11 with second-year academic pins during halftime ceremonies at Friday’s varsity basketball game. This second annual “Academic Awards Night” honored students who met certain qualifications Seniors who have achieved at least a 3.5 grade point average through two semesters or 3.5 after eight semesters qualified for the awards. Freshman, sophomores, juniors and any additional seniors who qualify at the end of this school year will receive their awards next fall. Qualifications for these students are: — Freshman must hold a 3.90 average through two semesters. — Sophomores must hold a 3.80 average through four semesters. — Juniors must hold a 3.65 average through seven semesters. First-year award winners receive an academic letter, se­ cond year an academic pin, third year an academic pin and a three-year plaque and fourth year an academic pin and four-year plaque. Superintendent Ozzie Parks and Principal Larry Lentz presented the students their awards. Receiving academic letters Continued on page 7 In This Issue... • Ten varieties named ’91 AAS winners • MV wins MEA public relations award • Cub Scouts hold Blue and Gold Banquet • Math-a-thon to aid St. Jude Hospital �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 —“ Page 2 Superintendent Parks talks at education forum r Continued from front page around 1910 only 10 percent of the U.S. population graduated from high school. By mid-century, the figure had risen to about 50 percent. Of course, the figure is much higher today. "I could say we've come a long way, and we have," he said. But it is the 20 to 40 percent of the student population that many years ago dropped out and took jobsin manufacturing that now is in trouble. "We had a lot of those jobs back then, but that's changing," he said. "Industry and manufacturers don't want us to send them people to just push buttons, they want kids who can think and solve problems." So the problem is for the schools to deal with. "We can't change the homes or the work places, so the schools have to do the changing," he said. "We have to find new ways to teach these kids." Parks said there are some programs that show promise. One, cooperative learning be­ tween the students, isn't new, it was done in the old rural schools many years ago. He also recommended setting standards, accountability and getting people in the community involved. • He asked, "If they (the atjisk students) don't have us, jvho do they have?" Baker, principal of Delton's one K-4 elementary school, is a member of that district's school improvment team. She said the mission statement adopted by the team and almost all others in the state is the notion that all children can learn and are capable of achievement. Its success is based on "outcomes," or results. "We're working on a mission statement, a vision, the same as any corporation," she said. About the school improvement plan, she said, "I'd like to think it's something we've been doing all along for the past years, but it's something that we have ve to put down on paper. paper." Referring to problems presented earlier by Schoessel and Parks, Baker said she primarily deals with elementary children and "We certainly don't have the problems in great numbers like the junior or senior high schools." Despite the problems and seemingly great challenges, Baker said she welcomes the opportunity to do something about them. She said her husband recently retired and has been pressuring her to follow suit. "This is an exciting time," she said. "I'm not ready to give it up." Steve Garrett talked about recent workshops he attended that gave him valuable information about the concept of productivity. "We must change the idea that all students must go to college," he said. "For they may spend four years studying for the possibility of unemployment." Noting that production jobs are declining and skills trades ( £ Our schools should look at these trends. We need to take this information to make the world a better place. J J — John Fehsenfeld jobs are increasing, Garrett said that firms these days are hiring more and more people from foreign countries. "Our country and our state will do precious little about it . We'll have to do so . something about it," Garrett said. An example of a skilled trade, he said is a millwright with a high school diploma who repairs a robot at a salary of about $65,000 a year. "How many of us here could do that job?" he asked. "Not one of us." Garrett said the nation is headed- for a four-tiered job structure that includes about 20 to 25 percent professional and upper management, 35 percent technical and skilled workers, 25 percent service employees and about 15 percent unskilled laborers and part-time workers. That, he said, translates into 60 per­ cent "haves" and 40 percent "have-nots." "We can't afford to let the kids go through Barry County schools and become 'have- nots,'" Garrett said. The key is coping with continuous change. He said if Rip Van Winkle was to awaken today from a 20-year sleep, he would recognize only the depot and the schools in Hastings. He added that he would hate to see the schools go the same route as the depot. Saying the most useful skill he picked up in his education was typing, he said, "We've got to learn to teach what the computer can't do — creativity, empathy, inspiration, developing a personality. Schools tend to make good conformists, we need to develop thinking people." Makela, who is in his second year at the helm in Lakewood, outlined how the school state aid formula works, along with local funding efforts through millages. He said the system is creating four types of school districts — rich and poor in­ formula and rich and poor out-of-formula. In-formula districts raise money through a combination of local millage effort and state aid. Out-of-formula districts have enough local millage that they don't need state aid. The biggest problem, he said, is that the system has created a great disparity Fuller kids selling 'Wide World of Sports' raffle tickets Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. Owner — Diana Kuempel 852-9481 J-Ad Graphics News Service Fuller Street Elementary School students are selling raffle tickets until March 6 to help raise money for the Parent-Teacher Organization. There will be “Wide World of Sports” raffles for both adults and children. Tickets are two for $1. Winning tickets will be drawn at the PTO Carnival Friday, March 8, at the school. Grand prize for the adult raffle is four Detroit Tiger tickets and $50 spending money. Second prize is $50 cash. Grand prize for the kids’ raffle is a $50 sports package and second prize is a Maple Valley hooded sweatshirt. Prizes also will be awarded to students who sell the most raffle tickets. The prize for the top seller will be a bean bag chair and 20 free game tickets for the PTO carnival. Second prize will be a basket­ ball and 15 free carnival tickets, and third prize will be a sports calculator and 10 free carnival tickets. Any student selling 20 or more raffle tickets will receive four free carnival game tickets. Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m.. Wednesday: AWANA............ 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin ....7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ......10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study......... 66:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR 16605763 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . ,10 a.m. Church Service_ 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG between districts on how much money is spent per pupil. Some districts are able to spend as much as $8,000 per student while others as little as $2,500. "I'm not saying dollars buy solutions," Makela said. "But dollars do help. "This disparity has got to be resolved sooner or later," he said. "I believe we'll have to see our corporate world get involved in '*e.ducation. But corporations have the ability to stop and re-tool. "We (the schools) don't have the ability to kick into neutral and let the world go by," Makela said. Garrett added that his district borders with Caledonia, which levies about six fewer mills, yet spends about $1,000 more per pupil than does Thornapple Kellogg. The difference lies in the land values that create a stronger tax base. Fehsenfeld said strategic planning "seeks out where we're going and what's going to happen. We have a right to shape our future." He said that the changes that have taken place in the 20th century have been mind­ boggling. "As a kid I saw the milkman and the breadman, but the world has changed a aiaaiiimaaaiaaanaiiiiiiaii lot from then," he said. ; Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Z "We're using a lot of in­ I formation and technology. i When I was a kid, it was ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA Z chalk and slate and ink ETHURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.; Z Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 wells." laaaaainuaaiaaaaiaaaiaaaiam BINGO V.F.W. Post 8260 Nashville, mi PENNY SUPPER Roast Beef and Roast Pork with Dressing Saturday, March 2 Serving 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. CHAIRPERSON — TERESA KELLOGG PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 11:00 a.m. 304 Phillips St., Nashville PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE Sun. School ....... A.M. Service ...... P.M. Service ....... Wed. Service....... 9:45 ...11 ..... 7 ..... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.nrr PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ..7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... ......... 7 REV. ALAN METTLER When he was young, he said, most people were into farming, yet today only 3 to 4 percent of the population today tills the soil. He predicted that soon perhaps only 3 to 4 percent of the population will be engaged in manufacturing. Fehsenfeld said Barry County's largest employer is the combination of its school districts and they deal with more people than any firm. Trends point out that the U.S. is losing productivity and its standard of living is declining. Meanwhile, capitalism and communism are falling and there has been the emergence of free-market socialism. "The most significant shift in the 1990s has been the emergence of women in leadership," he said, pointing to Barry County and Hastings city government. "Increasingly, women are there. It didn't come about by chance." He said that in the old farming, hunting and manufacturing societies, women weren't as well equipped, "but they are for the information society." On the upside in trends, Fehsenfeld contended that studies show book sales and collections of art are increasing. "Our schools should look at these trends," he said. "We need to take this information to make the world a better place." He concluded, "We have gotten our priorities messed up and we must use strategic planning to turn it around." OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (W mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. ►A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �Tho Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 — Page 3 with us you’re {'{fi; ‘Si -Si And we’re doing our best to show it, by offering options to make banking easier and faster for you. Services like our new SPIRIT-CARD, for use in our recently installed automatic teller machines. With your Eaton Federal SPIRIT-CARD, you can access your savings or checking account 24 hours a day. Saving you time and offering you convenience. ?4 "ii, *«ai *«»lli'/ ■■ ■^S5’: Automatic teller machines are located at our Charlotte and Eaton Rapids offices, or your SPIRIT-CARD can be used at ATM’s displaying the Magic Line or Cirrus symbols. CIRRUS* ??s. Magic Line i iliitlMtl IM g fifl 11}, W 2 Eaton Federal Bank ■■■ .10'' f I 1^' 'J 6 We support our troops in Operation Desert KStorm^^ : * 1^, ;* In^uud AV tht ^hill talthZnxl Credit \ i'nited ><:< :.*j, fTrnVrnnu-niilf POXJR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Hom« Office - Charlotte - 543*3880 Nashville * 852-1830 Eaton Rapids * 663-1551 Olivet • 749-2811 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER FDIC INSURED OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 — Page 4 Cub Scouts win awards at Blue and Gold banquet By Teresa J. Frith Cub Scout Jon Mudry (far left) from Den Eight received one gold arrow award. Six Webelo scouts were awarded the Arrow of Light. Scouts honored were (from left) Bev Oleson accepting the award for her son, Andy, Jeff Bryzki, David Taylor, Chris Hartwell and Trent Harvey. Matt Fawley also received the award, but is not pictured. Monday was a night to reward good deeds and ac­ complishments at the annual Blue and Gold Banquet held by Nashville Cub Scout Pack No. 3176. Scouts were joined at the Nashville VFW post by their parents, friends and special invited guests from Nashville Boy Scout Troop No. 176. Each year this event honors the achievements of each scout and heralds the crossover of some of them in­ to Boy Scouts. The evening began with a potluck meal and a talk by Chad Farlee, a member of the Woodland Boy Scout Troop who recently earned the title of Eagle Scout. Awards then were given to members of each den for their acomplishments this year. Award winners by den were: — Scouts in Den One received their Wolf patches and some of them received gold and silver arrow awards. Those receiving Wolf pat­ ches were: Matthew Keeler, Joe Ellison, Jason Warriner, Tim Rumsey, Brian Rumsey, Mark Pincumbe, Michal Reid and Rodney Berger. Those receiving one gold arrow were Brian Rumsey, Tim Rumsey, Mark Pincumbe, and Michal Reid. The Rumsey boys also received three silver arrows each. — Five scouts in Den Four received Bear patches, one gold arrow and one silver arrow each. They were Craig Harvey, Randy Silsbee,’ Joshua Oleson, Chris Lentz and Brett Lenard. Lentz also received two additional silver arrows. — Jon Mudry from Den Eight received one gold arrow award. Five members of Webelos Den Three received awards. They were Nathan Glass (Webelos patch, artist and communicator pins), Derrick Stephens (Webelos patch, ar­ tist and communicator pins), Chris Ewing (Webelos patch and communicator pin), Steven Frith (Webelos patch and artist pin) and Eli Brisco (communicator pin). — Eight members of Webelos Den Five received their Webelos patches and communicator pins. They were Andy Adams, Shawn Graham, Lee Gould, Tom Powers, Chris Dunham, Cory Currier, Judson Burpee and John Jarrad. — Six Webelos received the Arrow of Light award. They were Trent Harvey, David Taylor, Matt Fawley, Jeff Bryzki, Chris Hartwell and Andy Oleson. Cub Scout Chris Dunham helps set up placemats for the Blue and Gold Banquet dinner. Five members of Den Four received their Bear patches, one silver and one gold arrow each: (from left) Craig Harvey, Chris Lentz (also two additional silver arrows), Randy Silsbee, Joshua Oleson and Brett Leonard. Members of Webelos Den Five received their Webelos patches and communicator pins: (from left) Andy Adams, Shawn Graham, Lee Gould, Tom Powers, Chris Dunham, Cory Currier and John Jarrard. Also receiving the awards, but not pictured, was Judson Burpee. Members of Den One received their Wolf patches and some received gold or silver arrow awards. The scouts were (from left) Matthew Keeler, Joe Elliston, Jason Warnner, Tim Rumsey (one gold arrow and three silver}, Brian Rumsey (one gold and three silver arrows), Mark Pincumbe (one gold arrow) and Michal Reid (one gold arrow). Rodney Bergen (not pictured) also received his Wolf patch. Scouts and their parents enjoyed a potluck meal before the start of the annual Blue and Gold awards ceremony. Members of Webelos Den Three received various achievement pins and their Webelos patches: (from left) Nathan Glass (Webelos patch, artist and communicator pins), Derrick Stephens (Webelos patch, artist and communicator । r'S E*Yin9 (Webelos patch and communicator pin) and Steven Frith (Webelos patch and artist pin). Not pictured is Eli Brisco who received a com municator pin. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 _Page 5 Maple Valley wins MEA public relations award BODY TALK” The Maple Valley Educa­ tion Association has been awarded the E. Dale Kennedy Award for outstanding public relations programs by the 108,000-member Michigan Education Association. The MEA, the largest school employee union in Michigan, presented the award, Thursday, Jan. 31, at the state Negotiations and Public Relations Conference held at the Dearborn Hyatt Regency Hotel. Norma Jean Acker, public relations chairperson, accepted the award for Maple Valley. Conferees applauded the ac­ complishments of the Maple Valley Education Association as MEA President Larry Chunovich and Vice President Mary Christian presented the award. “This award recognizes the outstanding PR programs of our 500 locals throughout the state of Michigan”, stated By Michael N. Callton, D.C. Pregnancy and low back pain Christian. “The Maple Valley Education Association has distinguised itself by design­ ing an outstanding year-round public relations program. In­ forming the public of the im­ portant things that are happen­ ing in our public schools benefits all children and school employees in Michigan”, continued Christian. Maple Valley grad on Olivet's list Stephanie Whitmore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Whitemore of Ver­ montville and a Maple Valley High School graduate was named to the fall semester 1990 dean’s list at Olivet College. A grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale must be achieved to be eligible for the honor. Hairstyle Special — S500 Norma Jean Acker This article is of interest not only to the expectant mother, but also to women in general and men who carry a lot of front end weight (beer bellies). The cause of low back pain among pregnant women is from two sources, stress on the uterus and strain on the back itself. Uterine stress does not occur only in pregnancy, but also during normal menstruation and afflictions of the female reproductive system. All of these situations can cause low back pain because there is nerve supply to the uterus and ovaries that leavfcs the spine from the low back. Irritation of the uterus from menstrual contractions and uterus stretching during pregnancy will send pain signals along their nerve supply to the low back, which is then felt as low back pain. Other organs in this region that may be under stress, like the bowels, may also send pain signals to the low back because their nerve supply also comes from the low back. Low back pain experienced during pregnancy and overweight conditions can also be caused by strain on die low back. By carrying extra belly weight, the low back is forced to increase its curvature to balance the extra pounds. The increas­ ed curvature, in combination with the extra weight stress, strains the ligaments, bones and muscles of the lower spine, ir­ ritating these structures and causing low back pain. The increase of the low back curve, also called “swayback,” is more extreme during pregnancy due to the release of a hormone called “relaxin” which softens up the bodies connective tissues to prepare for the opening of the hip bones for the baby during birth. Many women still experience swayback after pregnancy due to overstretching of die back ligaments, causing persistant low back pain. Treatment of low back pain resulting from swayback, pregnancy and overweight conditions is necessary to provide relief and correction of the spine’s curvature. Avoidance of medications is especially important for expectant mothers in order to avoid drug interactions with the developing unborn child. A combination of muscle massage, proper diet, special exer­ cises and chiropractic adjustments are the best therapy for low back pain in this situation. Chriopractic manipulation is safe for pregnant women, although special modifications in techni­ que must be made for the expectant mother to keep stress off of her uterus. Additional training is available for fathers, or other persons, to help relieve the low back pain of expectant mothers when not in an office setting. Further questions about this subject may be directed to me at my Nashville office by calling 852-2070 during regular office hours. COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. tic. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • 11/4” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair. Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available * 726-037 Cut, Shampoo & Blow Dry Monday thru Saturday 8 a.m. to ? M.V. Memorial Scholarship Fund has second '91 fundraiser The Vermontville Lions Club has donated $200 to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation. The club is the second listing as MVMSF Funders 1991 ($100 per calendar year), as well as achieving Patron ($500 cumulative total) status. A name plate will be added to the Patron plaque, located at Maple Valley High School. Two additional 1991 Funder Listings are Donald Skedgell Memorial and Mildred Martin Greenman Memorial. Additional donations in memory of Ava Kroger (1991 Funder) have been received from Vermontville Class of 1920 members, Hermina Southern and Thelma and Paul Taylor; also Gertrude Montgomery, Fred Jacobs of the Maple Valley News, Charles and Louise Viele and Irma and Leonard Joppie. *Maurene Case memorials were received from Gertrude Montgomery, Elmer and Junia Jarvie and Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter. Additional donations in memory of Mildred Martin Greenman were received from Charles and Louise Viele and Gertrude Montgomery. Raymond Guy memorials were received from: John and June Rabbit and Floyd and Marge Shilton. 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Sports Stuff owner Sandy Salyers, who also runs a barber and beauty shop out of the same location, says he saw a need for silkscreening ser­ vices in this ares. “I’ve been in the sports clothing business for six years,’’says Salyers. “Before starting this service, our silkscreening was sent out to other printers. Local customers can’t always wait a month or longer for a job to be done, so we decided to expand our services as an extention of the business.’’ Salyers and his partner, Robert Philipp, teamed up in November and started prin­ ting in December. At first, printing was done in Philipp’s basement until equipment and new wiring could be set up in Sports Stuff. “We applied for the elec­ tricity in December and just now finished getting it hooked up and ready to go,’’explains Salyers. “We bought out a Lansing printing company to get our equipment.” Customers can choose designs from among a variety of colors and styles generated by an Apple graphics com­ puter program or bring in their own designs. “There is almost nothing we can’t do,’’says Philipp. “You can come in, look at our designs and pick out any combination. We can even take a color photograph and use the computer to come up for the Month of February sio°° SHAMPOO & SET W/HAIRCUT..... PLUS...I FREE Drawing Every Week Styles-R-Us Dinner for two - Country Kettle; Flowers from Mapleleaf Florist; Certificate from Good Time Pizza; 2 Passes to the Hastings Cinema 224 Main. Nashville 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate with a finished product that looks like the picture. We can print on anything that has a non-flexible surface, such as cloth, paper, glass, wood or plastic.” “Since December we have printed about 7,500 pieces to include caps, jackets and shirts,” says Salyers. “We expect to do a lot more, especially during the summer when Little League and other things get started.” Saylers says that Sports Stuff stands behind its work. “We have experienced peo­ ple, high quality merchandise and good equipment,” he says. “And you don’t have to go out of town to have the job done.” Philipps adds, “We offer hand quality work at automatic machine prices. And we do it with very com­ petitive prices.” The shop has two four-colot manual printers, two onecolor automatic printers and a dryer that can handle up to 100 dozen items per hour. The shop can handle about 1,000 pieces per day and expects to expand that in the future. “A normal job takes about two weeks to do,” says Philipp. “But we can do a one-color rush job in about three hours or a four-colorjob in about six hours if the customer is willing to pay ex­ tra for the service.” There is no minimum amount of items required for a silkscreening job, but the more items printed, the cheaper the job becomes, ac­ cording to Saylers. This is because the machinery uses about the same amount of time MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE L\ Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 v Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HMS • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available VERMONTVILLE “TURN OF THE CENTURY” HOME - 3 bedroom, formal dining room, large living room, wood floors, many closets and cupboards. Above ground pool. Maple Valley Schools. To see this elegant home — call "Jeri." (V-369) REALTOR* ■s JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR....Eves. 726-0223 DOC OVERHOLT.................................. 852-1740 SANDY LUNDQUIST.......................... 852-1543 HUBERT DENNIS................................. 726-0122 DON STEINBRECHER....................... SS2-1784 GARRY KNOLL............................ Eves. 852-0786 JERI BAKER............................................ 726-1171 NICE EARLY AMERICAN! NATURAL WOODWORK & OAK OPEN STAIR* CASE - 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors in dining area, attrac­ tive brick fireplace in living room. Screened in porch. Must see to appreciate! Call Garry. (N-354) NEW LISTING! ON 7 ACRES ■ RED­ MAN MANUFACTURED HOME 24x48, 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Range, refrig., washer & dryer included. Nice "country setting." (CH-377) Robert Philipp (right) and partner Sandy Salyers of Sports Stuff Silkscreening demonstrate how the four-color garment printer puts the designs on a T-Shirt. and energy to print one item as it does to print a few dozen. Customers can buy the garments, or other products to be printed, on from Sports J-Ad Graphics News Service While many students wouldn’t normally get excited over doing 200 math pro­ blems, some kids at Fuller Street Elementary School are eager to begin. Students in grades K-4 are participating in the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Math-A-Thon to help raise money for cancer patients. Each student who registers for the fund-raiser will receive an official Math-A-Thon fun­ book with math problems, games and puzzles designed for his or her grade level. Students then get sponsors who pledge a certain amount of money for each problem completed in the .funbook. Parents then will check their child’s work against the answers provided in the parent’s guidebook, add up the number of correct answers, and sign their child’s tally sheet. Students collect the pledge money from their sponsors and turn it in. St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, founded by the late Danny, Thomas, is the largest childhood cancer research center in America and is located in Memphis, Tenn. It is non-sectarian and available to stricken children Area births GIRL, Lynn Marie, bom Jan. 23 to Judy Williams of Nashville. Time, 12:54 a.m. Weight, 7 lbs. 13 ozs. 2 ACRES (APPROX.) ON M-66 south of Nashville. (VL-368) NEW USING: STATE RD. • 30 acres west of 66 -24 acres (M/L) seeded to alfalfa & 4 acres (approx.) wooded. Blacktop road. (VL-379) IF YOU ARE THINKING OF MAKING A CHANGE (SELLING OR BUYING), PLEASE GIVE US A CALL! SPRING BUYERS ARE LOOKING NOW! COUNTRY HOME $43,500! ON 2.3 ACRES • 2 STORY, 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, sets high, mature trees. Call for appointment! (CH-358) VACANT LAND: NEW LISTING: 10 ACRES - Some trees on property — blacktop road east of Vermontville. (VL-373) APPROX. 40 ACRES - Rolling, some trees, good building sites, “country Located between Nashville & Hastings. Call Hubert Dennis. (VL-365) admitted by doctor referral and whose diseases are under study. The Math-A-Thon will give students here a chance to help less fortunate children have a heathly life. Everyone taking part in the Math-A-Thon will receive a certificate of participation. Those who collect at least $30 JUST LISTED! 72 ACRE FARM NORTHEAST OF VERMONTVILLE4 bedroom, 2 story home, 2 car garage, horse barn w/4 stalls plus 12x22 workshop building. Natural pond on the property & some wooded. Check this one out! I Will divide. (F-375) Jan. 29 to Joe and Candy Hummel of Cadillac. Time, 5:00 p.m., weight, 7 lbs. 15 ozs. and is 21 inches long. Grandparents are James and Mary Ann Hummel of Nashville. Don and Diana Williams of St. Cloud, Florida. Great grandparents are Joel and Gladys Hummel of Vermontville, Sidney and Mildred Hull of Hastings, Eugena Holstein of Alamogordo, New Mexico and Geraldine Williams of Tucson, Arizona. Jobs Wanted MAPLEWOOD AREA Child care days and after school. References. 517-726-1316. also will receive T-Shirt and those who collect at least $75 will get a certificate, T-Shirt and a barrel tote bag. Schools also may benefit from the Math-A-Thon. Any school raising $3,000 to $4,999 will get 15 hand-held pocket calculators and if $5,000 or more is collected, it will get a VCR. Band set for Sunday at Maple Valley High The public is invited to the Maple Valley Junior-Senior High Festival Band Concert Sunday, March 3, at 3 p.m. in the Maple Valley High School gym. Under the direction of Den­ nis Vanderhoeff, the junior high band will perform “Por­ trait for Band,” “Festival Day” and “Ocala March.” The senior high band will perform “The Thunderer,” “Supper Fidelis,” “Aire for Band” and “Overture in B Flat.” Both bands will attend the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association or­ chestra competitions March 2 and March 9, performing these same numbers. A reception will be held in the cafeteria immediately following the concert. Free will donations are welcome. School Lunch Menus Maplewood School Wednesday, Feb. 27 Ravolli, green beans, bread and butter, pears, cookies. Thursday, Feb. 28 Bean soup, crackers, meat sandwich, carrot and celery, stick, peaches. Friday, March 1 JUST LISTED: ON 5 ACRES - Small home (could be 3 bedrooms), new roof & new siding. Mature shade. Listed at $39,000. Maple Valley Schools!! (CH-378) “We are here for anyone who needs us, whether they be local or from out of town,” says Saylers. “Look to us for all your printing needs.” Fuller ‘Math-A-Thon’ to aid St. Jude Children's Hospital as fundraiser BOY, William James, bom WEST OF BELLEVUE -NEW LISTING - 1 acre quad level, brick & alum., 5 bedroom, 2'/i baths, 2 fireplaces, on M-78. Nice “home for the family" between Bellevue & Battle Creek. Call Don. (CH-376) Stuff or provide their own. The shop offers a variety of clothing and other products suitable for silkscreen printing. French toast, sausage links, syrup and honey, orange slices, juice. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Jr.-Sr. High School Wednesday, Feb. 27 *Salad, *Taco’s, lettuce/cheese,. corn, ap­ plesauce, bread and butter. Thursday, Feb. 28 ♦Salad, *Tuna and Noodle casserole, *Corn Dog, green beans, peaches, salad bar. Fuller St. School Wednesday, Feb. 27 Ta c os/chips, tuce/cheese, pears, sandwich. Tuesday, March 5 French toast/syrup, sausage links, raisins, juice. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. 1e t jelly Thursday, Feb. 28 Pizza, com, applesauce, graham crackers. Friday, March 1 Fishwich/bun, cheese stix, tater rounds, pineapple cookie. Monday, March 4 Macaroni and cheese, peas, peaches, peanut butter sandwich. Friday, March 1 ♦Salad, *Piza, com, fruit juice. Monday, March 4 ♦Salad, *Ravioli, Dog, green beans, peanut butter sandich. *Com apple, Tuesday, March 5 ♦Salad, *Chop Suey, *Rice or noodles, peas, peaches, rolls, salad bar. NOTE: ’♦Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 — Page 7 Prince and Princess candidates were also on hand at the Winter Royalty ceremonies at Friday's Maple Valley varsity basketball game. Candidates (from left) were juniors Dawn Root and Shawn Redmond, sophomores Misty Shoup and Ben Ashley and freshmen Amy Kipp and Matt Reid. isllor!unil» ph Vdtyty faraj’feii r ■ Oct fcmiB! tui Itafrlki iibn Ordtsn tar ttan opart ■ flh- k fci t ss S Bl 3SHZ® db- lanii® j wk Ihi' ttntkwi Wrf f*®ed 1 in bet rt* *kh Maple Valley seniors Jeff Moore and Andrea Gardner smile as they are selected King and Queen during Winter Royalty ceremonies at Friday's varsity basketball game. Eleven Maple Valley seniors received honors during Academic Awards Night Friday at the school. Receiving second-year academic pins were (front row, from left) Derek Brown, Emily Butler, Jody DeGroot, Debra Joostberns, Lisa Long, Dawn Othmer (back row, from left) Andy Robotham, Ryan Rosin, Levi Schantz, Jennifer Swartz and Tina Yost. sey, Dan Lundquist, Amy Joostberns, Lisa Long, Dawn From front page— Othmer, Andy Robotham, Rasey and Tara Smith. were Tammy Ashley, Angel Receiving academic pins Ryan Rosin, Levi Schantz, Beardslee, Sheryl Finkler, were Derek Brown, Emily Jennifer Swartz and Tina Jason Hoefler, Nathan LindButler, Jody DeGroot, Debra Yost. Eight Maple Valley seniors received academic letter awards for their high grade point averages during Academic Awards Night ceremonies Friday at the school. They are (from left) Tammy Ashley, Angel Beardslee, Sheryl Finkler, Nathan Lindsey, Amy Rasey and Tara Smith. Not pictured was Jason Hoefler and Dan Lundquist. Nail Down a Low Interest Home Improvement Loan Castleton, Vermontville and Maple Grove Townships A Home Improvement Loan from your community and the Michigan State Housing Development Authority may be the most valuable tool you can have. * k * jfclrtF ■ ** t*«EO *• j*c c ’ 1® *■ *&*v bf bf v ** *a#1’ 1* * * *& J Id- 4 j}\. }\. JW • • • • 1-9 Percent Interest *Rates Low Monthly Payments Interest Is Tax Deductible Many Types of Improvements For more information, call Cheryl Barth (616) 693-2271 W ; Sy oy J^ _J^| Equal Opportunity Lender Simple Interest Rate; Annual Percentage Rate May Be Higher. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 — Page 8 Ten varieties named All-American winners for 1991 Seven flower and three vegetable cultivars have been named All-American Selec­ tions winners for 1991. The flowers are a red gaillardia, a bicolored geranium, two pansies and three vincas. An improved spaghetti squash, a golden watermelon and a new pole bean are the winning vegetables. Trial entries are grown side-by-side with proven cultivars for comparison, ex­ plains Lowell Ewart, pro­ fessor of horticulture at Michigan State University. To be named AAS winners, they must perform well under a wide range of conditions in 33 official trial gardens around the United States and Canada, including one at MSU. Gaillardia pulchella ‘Red Plume’ is an annual gaillardia. Its distinction is that its flowers are a uniform red Get in on the good times with our RIZONS CLUB designed especially for active people like you! If you're age 50 or more, you’ve already fulfilled the most important requirement for HORIZONS CLUB membership. The only other ope is that you bank with us and maintain a $5,000 balance in a combination of *checking and savings or certificate of deposit. That’s all there is to it! 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And all you need to do to enroll is fill out the application form included in this folder and bring it in to any Hastings City Bank office. That’s all there is to it. • Monthly newsletter with information of special inter­ est to you, plus news of upcoming trips and events. So come Join the club! We’re looking forward to welcoming you as a member. • Discount on eyewear with a SPECS card at Sears and Montgomery Ward. rather than multicolored. Also, the plants are compact, very free flowering and branching, and they need no support, pruning or pinching. Grow ‘Red Plume’ in full sun, Ewart advises. It tolerates heat, drought and severe weather and blooms continuously throughout the summer. The compact, mounded plants of geranium Fl “Freckles” bear their heads of pink florets above the solid green foliage. A close look at the flowers shows that florets are made up of five petals, each with a rose freckle. A plant for full sun, “Freckles” can provide a garden focal point or blossoms for cutting throughout the growing season. Ewart recommends planting “Freckles” in rich soil or fer­ tilizing once every two weeks with a water-soluble fertilizer to keep plants growing vigorously. Parisy ‘Padparadja’ is nam­ ed after the rare orange sap­ phire of Sri Lanka. Like the sapphire, it is a distinct, bright pumpkin orange. The twoinch blooms have the deepest orange color available in pan­ sies, and no contrasting “face.” The plants bloom reliably even under the hot, stressful conditions of midsummer. The plants are petite, grow­ ing only six inches tall. In the garden, they do well in fulls sun or semishade. The worst pest encountered so far in the MSU trial garden has been rabbits, Ewart notes. They seem to love the plant. Pansy Fl “Maxim Marina” demonstrated its endurance during the 1988 drought. Given adequate water, it flowered freely in the unrelieved hot, sunny weather. The delicate-looking flowers are light blue shading to a velvety dark blue face outlined in white. They pro­ vide color throughout the growing season. “Maxim Marina” adapts to spring or fall gardens, Ewart notes, and may be grown in containers as well as garden beds. Thr three vincas receiving AAS awards this year are “Pretty in Rose,” “Pretty in Pink” and “Parasol.” All perform best in full sun and tolerate heat and drought well. “Pretty in Rose” and “Pretty in Pink” bring two new colors to vinca, or periwinkle — bright, deep rose and pastel pink, respectively. In the MSU trials, both grew from 12 to 14 inches high with a 14-inch spread. “Parasol,” on the other hand, is more upright, reaching 16 inches in height. It also has the largest flowers of any vinca -- 1 !6 to two in­ ches in diameter with nicely overlapped petals. All three vincas are equally at home in garden beds or containers. The three AAS winning vegetables are hybrid squash “Tivoli,” hybrid watermelon “Golden Crown” and pole bean “Kentucky Blue.” “Tivoli” is a bush vegetable spaghetti squash. The compact plants can be spaced as close as two feet apart. The oblong fruits weigh three to five pounds and are ready about 100 days after seed sowing. The fruits of watermelon “Golden Crown” ripen to a rich golden yellow rind color when mature. The flesh is the classic watermelon red with small black seeds. Fruits from transplants are ready in about 60 days; plants grown from seed take about 80 days. Fruits generally weigh six to eight pounds. “Kentucky Blue’ is a new pole bean that combines qualities from the two most popular pole beans, “Ken­ tucky Wonder” and “Blue Lake.” Healthy, vigorous vines produce round, straight pods of improved quality. For best flavor and tenderness, harvest pods when they reach six to seven inches. AAS varieties are not released until plenty of seed is available to meet expected de­ mand, Ewart notes. Gardeners should have no trouble finding seed in 1991 garden catalogs and transplants in local garden centers this spring. • 20% discount on any size safe deposit box. • Free Money Orders. Latest contributions to Putnam Library ---1 I--- Horizons Club Director Hastings City Bank 150 West Court St Hastings, MI 49058 OFFICES IN... HASTINGS I | | | Please send me information and an enrollment form for your HORIZONS Club. MIDDLEVILLE NAME BELLEVUE NASHVILLE ADDRESS I CITY 1 STATE CALEDONIA The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library came recently in memory of Don Skedgell by Lloyd and Thelma Linsley, and by Maple Valley Schools. In memory of Will Suntken by Nashville Senior Center. The Gaylord Gray family have given in memory of Lewis Schulze and in memory of George Frith. Donations to the refur- bishing fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box 920, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors and those named in gifts will be listed in the Maple Valley News. Names of donors will be listed in the book of con­ tributors and those named in gifts will be added to the Memorial Scroll. ZIP ___ I I Auto • Farm • Home • Health Business • Life • Semi-Trucks TOBIAS-MASON Insurance Agency ESTABLISHED 1886 MEMBER FDIC UPON APPROVAL 852-2005 • Dick Tobias �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 — Page 9 «*2S5'IIISS' 25-I 25-IS Scott Pixley skimms the foam off from the boiling sap at the Nashville Syrup Association building. This process removes impurities from the sap before it is i made into syrup. !?** !? Nelson Brumm watches over the boiling sap at the Nashville Syrup Association building and waits for it to get to the right temperature to run off into the waiting buckets. Auto-Home Health-Life Saps a flowing in Maple Valley Call NOW 726-0580 178 South Main Vermontville Spring is just around the corner Fourth grade honor roll announced Bthh Iswo J? * ® I*b in ■■■ mo®;. fl*., 1 t 1 HHEME 3 - SBIBW OB’ HklE rsMti mas uma n»x: Wmfcii Life®- sstn»!E obi » nate®! s ®; ttn Idki gsic Nelson Brumm watches as the boiling sap reaches just the right temperature to run off into the awaiting buckets. Nashville Syrup Association members have been busy at work making this year's batch of maple syrup since last weekend. 4th Grade All A’s - Carrie Hardin, Dustin London, Sara Affolder, Trish Sloan. 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Member FDIC 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 OPEN 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 — Page 10 Stine leads Maple Valley eagers over Bellvue in homecoming match With the Maple Valley basketball team two games behind S.M.A.A.-leading Pennfield with three league games left on the schedule, it needed a big effort from everybody. It recieved the biggest effort from its biggest player in Fri­ day night’s homecoming game against Bellevue, as center Darrel Stine scored 24 points and pulled down nine rebounds to lead the Lions to a Seed Savings 'QQk Days SEED « C Savings Days COMING SOON ■ Funk’s G’ OPEN HOUSE March 13-14-15 at KARL FORELL'S N. Cochran, Charlotte 543-2672 CIBA-GEIGY 1990 RESULTS CIBA-GEIGY " Seed Division rW Seed I Jivision Funk's S' !| _J|l _Qw j! from l_wj PLOTS Funk-s§' in the area VARIETY AVERAGE HIGH AVG. HYBRID MOISTURE YIELD YIELD G-4385 G-4299 G-4309 G-4260 G-4393 24.88 24.56 23.61 23.80 25.05 170.27 168.17 157.80 153.60 142.50 137.09 126.55 133.62 137.94 127.17 iQQk I Out of Ha Entries in G. H. Showdown Plot YIELD MOISTURE TEST WEIGHT G.H. *2E5x6p, 54.2 152 54 G-3213 48.3 13 56 G.H^1170 48.2 154 55 C-155 46.9 154 56 DF-101 46.6 162 55 *2056 45.8 154 55 WE SELL ALL THESE WINNING VARIETIES Karl Forell Seeds, Inc. 5858 N. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, Ml 48813 Phone (517) 543-2672 | 75-57 conference win. The 6-4 junior combined with guard Jason Hoefler for 19 first-half points to give Maple Valley a 38-25 cushion heading into the locker room. Stine hit four buckets in the second quarter. The win, coupled with Pennfield’s loss at Bronson, left the Lions a game out of first place in the league standings. Penn field, which will host Olivet and St. Philip in its final two games, dropped to 7-1 in the S.M.A.A. Maple Valley improved to 7-2 in the conference and 12-6 overall. The Lions close the season tonight at non-league foe Middleville and at home on Friday against Olivet. Stine, who hit six of ten from the line and nine field goals, got scoring support from teammates Hoefler and Mickey Collier, who chipped in 11 and 10 points respective­ ly. Hoefler also grabbed nine rebounds from his backcourt position. Point guard Dan Franks scored all six of his points in the first half and dished out six assists. Maple Valley played without Scott Casteele, but everyone else picked up the slack. Nine players scored for the Lions. Tracy Grudenich led Bellevue with 17 points, while Matt Graham chipped in 13, including all seven of his free throw attempts. The Broncos swished 20 of 25 from the free throw line, while Maple Valley hit 14 for 24. Jason Hoefler of Maple Valley drives in to the basket as a Bellevue player defends. The Lions pulled within a game of first-place Pennfield with a 75-57 win. wi Maple Valley jayvee eagers win two of four On Feb. 15, 16-1 Pennfield came to town, and after being blown out down there the Lions jayvees were looking to redeem themselves. They jumped out to an early 23-16 first quarter advantage, but the Panthers fought back and tied the score at 38-38 at halftime. Pennfield scored the first 8 points of the second half and that proved to be the dif­ ference in the game, as Pennfield won 69-59. Scott English led the Lions scoring with 24 points. Mike Trowbridge add­ ed 13 and Greg Gam 10 points. On Feb. 19 the Lions travel­ ed to Lakewood. The first half was close with Lakewood tak­ ing a 27-23 halftime lead. In the second half Lakewood put on the pressure and outscored 7th grade eagers finals The young Lions made it to the finals of the M.V. Junior High Tournament, but came up short. Battling a taller Saranac team the young Lions were able to come within one point with a minute left on the clock. But key rebounding by Saranac enabled them to build a nine-point lead and win the championship 35-26. ,, Balanced scoring saw Pete Kellepourey, Wayne Moore, and Scott Heyboer score six points each. Wednesday ;the Lions traveled to Bellevue and again came up on the short end of a 36-34 score. After leading all of the game, the Lions lost the lead with less than a minute left, and were unable to regain it. Moore, playing at guard, led the team with nine points. Pete Kellepourey tossed in six points and Scott Heyboer chipped in five points. the Lions 40-25 inroute to a 67-48 win. Mike Trowbridge and Scott English led the Lions with 12 points and Niki Grinage added 10. On Friday night Bellevue came in and the Lions were looking to avenge a earlier loss to the Broncos. The first half was close with the Lions leading 11-10 after one and the Broncos 28-25 at the half. The second half was all Valley though as the Lions outscored Bellevue 41-21 to take a 66-49 win. Scott English led the Lions with 16 points and 4 steals. Bryan Carpenter added 15 points and Mike Trowbridge had 11 points and pulled down 19 rebounds. The JV record is now 6-12 and they have two games left, at Middleville tonight and Olivet at home on Friday. REC — NOTICE Curbside *Recycling Les's Sanitary service CUSTOMERS ONLY We will be providing curbside recycling for our customers only starting the first of March 1991. Please check the following schedule for pickup day in your area. Everything to be picked up for recycling should be out to the curb by 9 a.m. FREEPORT — First and Third Monday of Each Month CLARKSVILLE — Second and Fourth Monday of Each Month LAKE ODESSA — Every Wednesday in the Village Limits including Ottland Shores Dr., Willowbrook Dr., Nelson Dr., and Lake Point Dr. Second and Fourth Wednesday will include Cemetery Rd., Lake Dr., and Eagle Point Dr. WOODLAND —• First and Third Wednesday of Each Month VERMONTVILLE — First and Third Saturday of Each Month SUNFIELD — First and Third Saturday of Each Month WOODBURY — First and Third Saturday of Each Month THE FIVE ITEMS TO BE PICKED UP ARE: 1. PLASTICS — such as milk jugs and NUMBER 2 clear and color plastic such 2. -3. 4. 5. as laundry soap bottles, provided they are rinsed out, tied together and the lids or caps are REMOVED. GLASS — AS LONG AS THE GLASS IS CLEAR. Jars must be washed out, with caps and lids removed. No dishes or automobile glass will be accepted. Labels need not be-removed. METAL - such as soup and vegetable cans. Ends and labels must, be remov­ ed, and the can washed and flattened. No other metal will be accepted as yet. ALUMINUM -such as foil, pie tins and similar aluminum products. They must be washed, flattened and labels removed. NEWSPAPER - should be tied in bundles or set out in paper bags. No magazines, catalogs, office paper, or phone books will be accepted. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 — Page 11 Second passenger dies after fatal area accident J-Ad Graphics News Service VERMONTVILLE -A second passenger hurt in a Feb. 8 car accident inVer­ montville has died of injuries received in the crash. Donald Flory, 18, of Nashville, died Feb. 15 at the University of Michigan Hos­ pital in Ann Arbor, where he had been taken following the accident. Services were held Feb. 18 at Vermontville Bible Church and burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. The driver, 19-year-old Carrie Garvie Dickinson, of Vermontville, died instantly in the 11:58 p.m. accident on East Main Street when her pickup truck crashed into a utility pole. Flory and a third passen­ ger, Connie Dickinson, 16, of Vermontville, were hospitalized in Charlotte. Flory later was transferred to the University of Michigan Hos­ pital. Eaton County Sheriffs Maple Valley High School weekly school activities TUESDAY, FEB. 26 • Fresh., J.V., Var. Basketball, away, Middleville, 4:00 p.m. THURSDAY, FEB. 28 • J.V. & Var. Volleyball, Home, Bellevue, 6:30 p.m. FRIDAY, MARCH 1 • Fresh., J.V., Var. Basketball, Home, Olivet, 4:30 p.m. SATURDAY, MARCH 2 • Varsity Volleyball Districts, Bellevue, Away 10:00 a.m. SUNDAY, MARCH 3 • Band Concert, high school gym, 3:00 p.m. deputies said alcohol was a factor in the accident. Deputies also said none of the three were wearing seat­ belts in the truck. A life-long resident of the area, Flory was graduated in 1990 from Maple Valley High School. He was em­ ployed at Pro Line in Hast­ ings as a painter and previ­ ously worked at Junior's Scrap Yard in Nashville. Flory is survived by his mother and stepfather Deborah-and Randy Baker of Nashville and by his father and stepmother Don and Debbie Flory of Nashville. He also is survived by brothers Danny, Lance and Lucas of Nashville; step-sis­ ter Melissa Harmon of Nashville; maternal grand­ mother Donna Fifield of Vermontville, maternal grandfather Winston Gilmore of Alabama; paternal grand­ parents Glendon and Beulah Flory of Grand Ledge; pater­ nal great-grandmother Nevah Faust of Grand Ledge; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Carrie Dickinson was em­ ployed at Wal-Mart in Char­ lotte. Services for Dickinson Nashville resident named to Northland dean's list were held Feb. 12 in Char­ lotte. Dickinson is survived by her parents, Patrick and Linda Dickinson; brothers, Patrick and Nathan; and a sister, Lisa, all of Vermontville. She also is survived by grandmothers, Ethel Dickin­ son and Betty Wright, both of Charlotte. Burial was at the Gresham Cemetery. Nicolas D. Priddy of Nashville, a sophomore at Northland college, has been named to the dean:s list for outstanding academic perfor­ mance during the 1990 fall term. To qualify for the dean’s list, full-time students must have a grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.4 on a 4.0 scale with no grade less than a “C.” Priddy is studying chemistry and biology. He is a 1990 graduate of Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School and the son of Pat and Dennis Priddy, Nashville. Northland is a liberal arts/environmental college located in Ashland, Wise., near the shore of Lake Superior. Hardware Eaton County 4-H Rabbit Show held iMh Sts kj h int^l! «■ r»x Hi.Mitete ! ai ;aa a is HraiinW tilirKSME i KM na k t {■ fatality. Despite Mother Nature’s cold hands the Eaton County 4-H Rabbit Show Feb. 16 was a success. More than 325 rabbits were exhibited by 115 4-H members. The 4-H members represented several counties including Ingham, Jackson, Eaton, Montcalm, Kent, Barry and Ionia. Eaton County exhibitors placed well. Amber Luttig of Grand Ledge had the Best of Breed Netherland Dwarf rab­ bit and Kathryn Hamill, also of Grand Ledge, had the Best Opposite Sex Netherland Dwarf rabbit. Angela Vezino of Lowell received both Best of Breed and Best Opposite Sex awards on two Mini Lop rabbits. Heather Vezino, also County Extension Jar of Events J The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: March 2 - 4-H Idea Fair, 12:30-4 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 6 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 7 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 10 - State 4-H Rodeo Clinic, MSU, East Lansing. March 11 - 4-H Goat Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 12 - Restricted Use Pesticides Certification Review session, 10 a.m.-noon, Extension Office, Hastings. Tests given anytime between 1-4 p.m.; bring MDA fee receipt. Pre­ register by calling 948-4862. March 13 - 1990 Farm Bill Provisions and Crop Program Decisions 1-5 p.m., at the Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 13 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. March 13 - 4-H Dairy Workshop, 8 p.m., Lisa Stevens home, Hastings. March 15-17 - 4-H Dairy Conference, Kellogg Biological Sta­ tion, Hickory Comers. March 15-17 - 4-H Lifestyles workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 16 - State 4-H Rabbit and Cavy Show, MSU. [Accepting Applications Maple Valley Schools are now accep­ ting applications for substitute bus driving positions. For more informa­ tion, contact Pat Powers at... Maple Valley Bus Garage Ph. 517-852-9421 of Lowell, received both the Best of Breed and Best Op­ posite Sex awards on two Rex rabbits. Heather’s Best of Breed Rex rabbit went on to receive the Best in Four Class rabbit award. Brandy Wawiemia of Ver­ montville received the Holland Lop Best of Breed award. Allen Haddix of Grand Ledge received the English Spot Best of Breed award. Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club provided the meal menu for the show’s ex­ hibitors and families. Show superintendents were Joshua Bowers of the Ver­ montville Jr. Farmers4-H Club and Alain Serven of the Bellevue 4-H Farmers 4-H Club. For more information on the 4-H Rabbit project, con­ tact the Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. All Cash Purchases DOUG AND JULIE DURKEE Vermontville Hardware 131 South Main St., Vertnontville . Michigan f February 26th thru March 4th . (sale Items excluded) Monday-Friday 8:30 to 6:00 Saturday 8:30 to 5:00 We will be open Sundays Beginning April 7th (C < M 726-1121M PET VACCINES NASHVILLE RABIES 3„ years ...$1000 (FIRE HALL) 1 SATURDAY, FEB. 16 & 23 • 1 to # p.m. FEB. 26,27,28 • 6 to 8 p.m. MULLIKEN (FIRE HALL) SUNDAY, FEB. 24 • Noon to 4 p.m. MONDAY, FEB. 25 • 6 to 8 p.m. yea ... $Qw50 ANNUALS Dog-Cat $-oo Distemper... Cat Leukemia *i 200 Heart wo rm Test $ 12°° �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 — Page 12 4, Regular Minutes MAPLE VALLEY BOARD OF EDUCATION Administration Building, 7:00 p.m., Feb. 11, 1991 Present: Wm. Flower, I. Baker, J. Krolik, T. Spoelstra, H. Stewart, C. Viele, O. Parks, R. Tobias, L. Shance, Student Rep. 1. Opening: The meeting was called to order by President Flower. 2. Roll Call: Present: Baker, Flower, Krolik, Spoelstra, Stewart, Tobias and Viele. Absent: None. Administrators Present: Doozan, Lenz and Rivest. 3. Meeting Location: After discussion, a motion was made by Baker, supported by Tobias that the board meetings remain in the administra­ tion building. Ayes: Baker, Flower, Spoelstra, Tobias and Viele. Nays: Krolik and Stewart. Motion carried. 5. NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING ROSE HEATON, VILLAGE CLERK 9. President Flower stated the new format agenda would be used for this meeting. Communications: The following communica­ tions were noted: —Notice from the Department of Education on regarding property transfer of Christopher and Cynthia Stanton. —Thank you notes from Putnam Library — donations in memory of Eldon Reese and Sandra Ruthruff. —Letter from E.I.S.D. concerning "excep­ tional" children. —Letter from Central Michigan Athletic Con­ ference advising that they are not interested in any changes in league affiliation. Minutes: A motion was made by Tobias, supported by Viele to approve the minutes of the special board meetings held January 29, 1991. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Senior Trip/Close Up: Mr. Ward Rooks gave informative presentations on the senior trip (scheduled for the first week in May) and the project Close Up trip; both trips are sche­ duled for Washington, D.C. There was consensus of the board to have Mr. Rooks look into other site options if Washing­ ton D.C. is not feasible for the senior trip. Policy Book: A motion was recommended by Stewart, supported by Viele to approve the recommendation of Dr. Parks to table discus­ sion on the proposed revised policy book and have the Long Range Planning Committee review proposed policy changes. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Operating Budget: After Dr. Parks reviewed the proposed budget revisions, a motion was made by Stewart, supported by Spoelstra to approve the revisions to the budget for 90-91 school year; revenues $5,847,161.00 and Thank Business Services Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • • • • Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware BANKRUPTCY 852-0882 SEE US FOR — • DELIVERY • PLANNING • ESTIMATES • SAVINGS LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment. ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.___________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. National 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. You CARD OF THANKS Thank you from the family of Carrie Leota Dickinson. Our heartfelt thanks to all who sent memorial cards and flowers. She was special to us and all she meant, we loved her very much. Mr. & Mrs. Pat Dickinson ________________and Family. CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank the Nashville Ambulance and Fire Department for coming so prompt when I broke my hip. Dr. Larke for my surgery and the nurses for such good care. Dr. Baxter and Dr. Hoffman for my second surgery. To all my family and friends for the flowers and visits while I was in the hospital and all my family who has been here constantly helping since my returning home. I love you all. Donna Sixberry • • • • • • • 10. Board members were concerned with the placement of approval of bills and transfer of payrolls on the agenda. After further discussion, a motion was made by Baker, supported by Tobias that the board meetings remain in the administration building unless the crowd warrants a larger room, then the meeting will be moved to the Jr.-Sr. High School Library. Ayes: Baker, Flower, Spoelstra, Tobias and Viele. Nays: Krolik and Stewart. Motion carried. There will be a public hearing Thursday, February 28, 1991 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers to dis­ cuss the proposed 1991­ 1992 Fiscal Year budget for the Village of Nashville. Agenda: A motion was made by Krolik, supported by Stewart to approve Dr. Parks' recommendation and change the existing agenda format from that currently stated in board policy to the proposed format. Ayes: Krolik, Spoelstra and Stewart. Nays: Baker, Flower, Tobias, and Viele. Motion failed. 17. expenditures $5,840,293.00. Ayes: Baker, Flower, Krolik, Spoelstra, Stewart and Viele. Nays: Tobias. Motion carried. Supervisory Cust./Maint.: A motion was made by Stewart, supported by Baker to approve Dr. Parks' recommendation and place Pat Powers on a temporary supervisory position over custodial and maintenance. This will be implemented as soon as agreement has been reached with the M.E.S.P.A. union. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Discipline Handbook: A motion was made by Stewart, supported by Spoelstra to approve the Maple Valley Elementary Discipline Handbook which had been used as a pilot program first semester. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Custodian: A motion was made by Stewart, supported by Spoelstra to approve the transfer of Jerry Aldrich from bus driver to custodian at the Jr.-Sr. High School which is in accordance with the master contract. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Telephone Adm.: Dr.- Parks reviewed the existing telephone system in the Adm. Office. He explained cost effectiveness of purchase versus lease and reviewed possible updates. A motion was made by Viele, supported by Stewart to purchase the present telephone equipment in the administration building; cost $208.25. Dr. Parks will review further and return to the board with a recommendation on improvement. Ayes: Baker, Flower, Stewart, Tobias and Viele. Nays: Krolik. Abstain: Spoelstra (conflict of interest). Motion carried. Springs Sports Budgets: A motion was made by Stewart, supported by Tobias to approve the recommendation of the Athletic Council and Athletic Director Bill Rivest and adopt the spring sports budget; expenditures $7,428.00. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Freshman Baseball/Volleyball: After discus­ sion, a motion was made by Stewart, suppor­ ted by Klolik to approve the athletic council's recommendation and have two additional Freshman teams; baseball and volleyball for the 91-92 school year, approximate cost $1,000.00 to $3,000.00. Ayes: All. Motion carried. MEAP Testing: Principal Doozan updated the board on MEAP testing. He stated the Long Range Planning Committee and the school improvement program will play an important part in improving MEAP test results. Administrative Reports: Reports were given by the building principals and superintendent. In-Service: There was consensus of the board to approve administration selection of a onehalf day in March for in-service. This is in accordance with the Teacher Master Contract Agreement and school calendar for 90-91 school year. 19. Bills: After review and various questions were answered, a motion was made by Stewart, supported by Spoelstra to approve the passing ‘on bills payable from general fund in the amount of $51,129.20. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 20. Payrolls: A motion was made by Tobias, supported by Viele to approve the transfer of funds from general fund to payroll account for the following payrolls: January 25, 1991................. $175,197.85 February 8,1991.................. $176,237.16 Ayes: All. Motion carried. 21. Minutes: Secretary Tobias requested the board of education minutes be placed in the Maple Valley News again. 22. Executive Session: A roll call vote was taken to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing negotiations: Ayes: Baker, Flower, Krolik, Spoelstra, Stewart, Tobias and Viele. Nays: None. Time: 10:25 p.m. 23. Open Session: Time: 11:01 p.m. 24. Adjournment: A motion was made by Stewart, supported by Tobias to adjourn the meeting. Time: 11:02 p.m. Ayes: All. Meeting adjourned. Ronald Tobias, Secretary Board of Education 18 PROPOSED MINUTES THESE MINUTES ARE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL AT THE NEXT BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING Ads GOVERNMENT SEIZED vehicles from $100. Corvetts, Chevys, Porches, and other confiscated properties. For Buyers Guide (800)772-9212 ext. 6597. Also open evenings & weekends.______ HOSPITAL JOBS: start $6.80/hr, your area. No experi­ ence necessary. For information call 1-900-226-9399 ext. 1885, 6am-8pm 7 days. $12.95 phone fee. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) 726-0519 — hours — 8 am' 5 P-mM0F?rdya;hru COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml �\ SCN S CNS k S*xSS Skv ^ The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 __Page 13 t .XuSk. 'Beginnercize' sessions held Monday nights SSSb As? As W s*S.tt >si sis %INK * £/ *>? *>?il * Sk • WhUj c U U? *tlj ft ftk k • ##W,i h-Ll Ll ^ • ~lat,j^ ^^ksWfetaj The 1990-91 Maple Valley girls youth sports club junior pro league team — Fron Row (left to right) Nicole Reed, Andrea Hubka, Jodi Mazurek, Joy Stine, Tracy Hickey and Nichole Kirwin. Second Row — Coach Kelly Hasselback, Dana Hasselback, Holly Taylor, Meagan McLaughlin, Robin Hale Sara keep, Jodi Hickey and Coach Wayne Kirwin. M.V. girls advance to Dayton, Ohio in junior pro league tournament The Maple Valley girls finished district play this weekend in the capital area youth sports club junior pro league. The girls finished third out of 11 area teams. Last Saturday, Feb. 16 the girl traveled to Marshall to play the opening game of a double elimination tourna­ ment. The girls escaped with a 37-31 win. The young Lions came from .behind outscoring Marshall 18-7 in the last quarter. Saturday, Feb. 23, the girls ** -t l» «< played Lansing Pharmacy Plus, losing to the area all star team 58-18. The second game matched Maple Valley against Webberville. This game was very physical with the Lions winning 37-31, eliminating Webberville. The third game of the day the girls wbn 33-16 over Holt. The gals played very ag­ gressive defense, allowing Holt only 2 points in the first half. Going into Sunday only three teams remained, mat- Attention!!! DEER HUNTERS "^Ww«k !”o®«iswi«ta March 15-17 : te«MH(litW Lensing Ctr. Lansing Cure Your CABIN FEVER Here Illi (■■srMseiectaim ’ t kr m Ik si i<$ n fata te ta r t g ffll fa *■* l*^n^ ■— For anyone interested in staying on top ofthe lastest in­ formation as it relates to consumer concerns, financial management, human develop­ ment and health, nutrition and food safety. The Eaton Cooperative Extension Office is offering a free newsletter, “Family Matters.” Any county resident can receive this nine-issue-a-year publication by calling the Ex­ tension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594, or sending name with complete address to Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte, Mich., 48813. SPECTACULAR aathip^kiliik !*f Spring gelding auction planned at MSU Mar. 24 MICHIGAN DEER t n n» tafa h M rwxfli^wKt JJI0 w ching M.V. and Eaton Rapids in the semi-finals. It was the third time the two teams played with M.V. winning at home and losing at Eaton Rapids. What a game it turned out to be, going into three over­ times, with the Lions losing by one 29-28. Leading scorers for the tournament for Maple Valley were Joy Stine, Nichole Kir­ win and Dana Hasselback. The girls will travel to Dayton, Ohio on March 16 and 17 for regional play. HOURS 4p-9p Sa 9a-Bp Su 9a-5p Ft k TICKETS Adult $6.00 6d1 yrs. $3.00 * Combatting Anti-Hunters 4 Animal Rightists * Trophy Deer, Elk, Bear Event * Deer Calling Demonstrations * NEW Seminars * Archery Trick Shooting * Turkey Calling * Lyme Disease Info Ctr. * More Than 150 Booths FOR INFORMATION 1-800-733-3990 313/669-4750 Castleton Township BOARD of REVIEW will meet on March 5, 199T at the Castleton Township Hall, 98 S. Main St., Nashville to organize and review the assessment roll. The BOARD of REVIEW will also meet on March 11, 1991 from 9 A.M. to noon and 1 P.M. to 4 P.M. and on March 12, 1991 from 1 P.M. to 4 P.M. and 5 P.M. to 8 P.M. for any property owner wishing to examine their assessment or to show evidence why the 1991 valuation should be changed. The ratio of assessment and multipliers on each class or property are as follows: RATIO AGRICULTURAL 50.00% COMMERCIAL ............50.00% INDUSTRIAL................ 50.00% RESIDENTIAI____ . .50.00% TIMBER CUTOVER .. .50.00% DEVELOPMENTAL .. .50.00% Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Townshi p Extension offers free consumers newletter Horse management students at Michigan State University will present the Spring Gelding Auction March 24 at the Horse Teaching and Research Center. Eighteen Arabian geldings will be sold. The all-day youth and amateur event was developed, in part, to deal with the needs ofyoung people and hobbyists who cannot afford to buy higher priced horses. Educational programs will start at 9 a.m. and continue throughout the day. After a preview of the geldings, the sale will start at 2 p.m. Call (517) 355-8391 for details. MULTIPLIER 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 J “Beginnercize,” a fun ex­ perience for anyone interested in getting started on the road to a healthy lifestyle, takes place on Monday nights, star­ ting at 7 p.m. at Lake Odessa Racquetball and Gym. Call 374-8430’to reserve a place in the next “Beginnercize” class. “Beginnercize” is designed specifically for anyone who needs to start with the basics of an exercise program. There are many reasons why a person may need to start with the basics: Those who have recently given birth and want to start out slowly building strength; those recovering from a prolonged period of inactivity due to il­ lness; people who have just waited a very long time to start an exercise program and are carrying a few extra pounds; or those who simply feel that a high-impact aerobics program would be too much. Barry COA menu set Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 27 Ham patty, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, bread, oleo, cake. Thursday, Feb. 28 Spaghetti, mixed vegetables, cauliflower, jello. Friday, March 1 Chicken ala king, rice, green beans, peas and carrots, fruit. Monday, March 4 Ground beef patty, cheese, potatoes, broccoli, fruit. Tuesday, March 5 Turkey rice casserole, car­ rots, oriental blend, cookies. Events Wednesday, Feb. 27 Hastings, cards; Delton, movie matinee; Woodland, Judy Walker from Pennock on Insurance. Thursday, Feb. 28 Nashville, bingo. Friday, March 1 - Hastings, blood pressure, games; Nashville, popcorn. Monday, March 4 Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, March 5 - All sites puzzles. Miscellaneous GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet that room at affordable prices, $1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Caipet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd. (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available (616) 948-8334. Community Notices AAZAL-ANON: Meetings at St Cyrils Church Tuesdays at 8:00pm. Walker - Campbell to be wed July 17 Suntken - VanDenBroeck plan June 17 wedding Gary and Karen Suntken of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Walker of Vermontville are Vermontville are pleased to pleased to announce the up­ announce the engagement of coming wedding of their their daughter, Melissa daughter Amy, to E. Joseph Julianne, to Peter James VanDenBroeck. Campbell IV of Portage. He is the son of Pete and He is the son of Ed and Lin­ Alice VanDenBroeck of da Campbell. Amy is a 1988 graduate of Freeport. Melissa is a 1987 graduate Maple Valley High School and attends Western Michigan of Lakewood High School. Peter is a 1990 graduate of University. Amy is employed Thornapple Kellogg High by the City of Kalamazoo. Joe is a 1986 graduate of School. He is currently Portage Northern High School enlisted in the Army, and sta­ and attends Western Michigan tioned in California. A June 7 wedding is University. Joe is employed planned. by Ed and Son’s in Portage. A July 13, 1991, wedding is planned. • NOTICE • The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednes­ day, February 20, 1991. 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 — NOTICE Vermontville Residents Due to the resignation of Ronald Houck as Village Trustee the Village Council is accepting ap­ plications to fill the vacancy un­ til the next regular Village elec­ tion in March 1992. Anyone 18 years or older interested in serv­ ing, please leave your name at the Village Office by March 1, 1991. VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP Board of Review The Vermontville Township Board of Review will meet at the Vermontville Fire Station, S. Main St., Vermontville, on March 5,1991 to organize and review the 1991 tax roll. MARCH 11, 1991 9 a.m. to Noon & 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. MARCH 12, 1991 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. & 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For property owners wishing to examine their 1991 assessment and to show cause why their assessment should be changed. Ratio of 50% and multiplier of 1.0000 for all classes of real and personal property. William Crittenden, Assessor Russell Laverty, Supervisor �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1991 — Page 14 1990s decade of knowledge and information Agriculture to experience a new technology wave, says expert by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer High technology by the middle 1990s is the latest in a list of "megatrends" affect­ ing farming and the general economy, according to an expert at a Union Bank Ag Seminar Thursday. "The 1990s will be the decade of knowledge and in­ formation. Will the con­ sumer accept it?" asked Dr. David Kohl. "The perception so far has been 'anti-technol­ ogy.' It's coming so fast, but our ability to adapt is not there." Kohl proved his point by asking the bank and ag pro­ fessionals for a show of hands to indicate how many owned videocassette recorders. Of the 90 percent raising their hands, only a few said they could program their VCR. According to Kohl, farm­ ers should wisely choose whether to take advantage of technological advances. "For some, it might be profitable, and for some it will not," he said. "You have to stop and ask your­ self, 'am I in a financial po­ sition to take it on? Do my plants and animals require it? and can my employees man­ age it?"' As an example, Kohl told of large farming operation in Idaho that purchased a $150,000 computerized trac­ tor. But the technology proved to be a slight draw­ back because only two of about 50 farm hands could operate it Kohl, an agriculture, fi­ nance and small business management professor at Virginia Tech University was one of three speakers on hand to give local farmers tips to better farm manage­ ment at the annual Lake Odessa Union Bank seminar, held at the Community Center. Arman Hartung, manager of the Albion Grain Division of the Anderson's in Maumee, Ohio, outlined the market outlook and strategies. And Dr. Larry Hamm of Michigan State University talked about budget con­ straints on agriculture policy and implications for the dairy industry. In his talk, Kohl pointed out that United States farm­ ers were at the peak of the industry in the 1970s, a decade he called an "offensive era." "The laws were very fa­ vorable," he said. "We had the competitive edge in pro­ duction in the world, me­ chanically and chemically." But by the 1980s, the country slipped into the de­ fensive mode as foreign pro­ ducers became more compet­ itive and inflation turned to deflation. New tax laws handed down in 1986 helped cut in half agriculture's dependence on government programs and put the United States back into the competitive arena. "That is still impacting the economy today," he said. "We told you to cut costs and you did. You're very competitive to the world production in this arena. We're moving back into line with the cost structure. So, I'm more bullish on the agriculture industry com­ pared to the rest of the econ­ omy. Why? "• Farm debt to net farm income is the lowest since the late 1950s. "• Variable cost of farm production is 15 percent lower than in 1980. "• Dependence on farm programs has been cut in half since 1986. "ASCS and other farm programs are going to get cut back in the next five years so we've got to be proactive to this," he said. "• Best managers are in the best resource areas of the United States. "• Farm exports are benefitting from low value of the dollar. "• Agriculture will benefit from a technology wave that will occur in the mid 1990s. "About the time of World War I, we saw the chemical wave," said Kohl. "That gave us increased production. Next will be the biosciences developed in the 1970s that are ready to hit the market place in the 1990s. "• Gross National Product from agriculture will in­ crease from 16 percent of 26 percent by the 21st century, more value added products. "You'll be producing more starch, oils and medicines and wheat germ," he said. "The 'out' thing today is the 'in' thing tomorrow. "• Rebirth of selected rural areas. "There's going to be a re­ birth of the American ci­ ties," noted Kohl. "We don't have to live where we work any­ more. So you've got a whole public relations campaign ahead of you." "• Land or real estate val­ ues in speculative areas will slow, prime farm land will see steady increase. "I see an increase but not in speculatives like in the 1970s and 1980s," said March Madness March off with the lowest prices of the season, 0% interest Kohl. Though Kohl is "bullish" on agriculture, he is more skeptical of the general United States economy, he said. "After World War II, we produced 95 percent of new technology," he said. "Now, we produce less than 50 per­ cent." He added that the auto in­ dustry is innocent of causing the present recession that Kohl suspects began last July. "Why aren't General Motors, Ford and Chrysler having the same problems as the first recession?" he asked. "Because it's not the auto industry that's out of whack. It's the white collar jobs that are below number 50 in the world in the ser­ vice based sector." According to Kohl, California alone, with its 30 million people, ranks as the sixth largest economy in the world. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 32 — Tuesday, March 5, 1991 Study group selected for schools' long-range planning By Teresa J. Frith Central Planning Commit­ tee members got Maple Valley’s long-range school planning project started last week by putting together 12 study committees and selec­ ting people to serve. The long-range planning project, which was proposed by Superintendent Ozzie Parks, consists of a central planning committee with study groups under it. The study panels will be responsi- Nashville continues discussion on water, sewer rate increases By Teresa J. Frith Nashville water and sewer rates could rise in April if pro­ posed increases are implemented. Nashville Village Council members last week further discussed recommendations to raise sewer rates from $1.66 per 1,000 gallons to $2.06. The unmetered rate would go from $6.90 to $8.50 and the fee for tapping into the city water and sewer system would go from $300 to $400. Water rates, which present­ ly are $1 per 1,000 gallons, would increase based on last year’s inflation rates. Accor­ ding to council members, this would be about a 4 to 6 per­ cent increase. The per gallon prices for water and sewer rates are in addition to basic rates of $4.17 per month for water and $9.05 for sewer.. Future rate increases would be tied into yearly inflation rates and would be subject to council approval each year, according to Village Clerk Rose Heaton. “Sewer rates have not been raised for 10 years,” said Heaton. “At that time the system was expanded and there were many new hookups. Over the last 10 years we’ve been receiving income from people paying for those hookups. Most of these are paid up now and we no longer have that income. This is part of the reason why the proposed rate increases are needed.” A public hearing will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 14, to discuss the. pro­ posed rate increases. In other business the council: — Received a thank you note from Barry County Christian School for use of the village square to sell Christmas trees. The school enclosed a check for $50 to help defray the cost of elec­ tricity used during sales. — Voted to send four coun­ cil members to a seminar on General Law for Village Legal and Liability Issues. Cost is $60 per attendee. — Voted to send Jeanne Steortz, a member of the village zoning board of appeals to a Level One Zoning Level of Appeals Workshop. Cost will be $75. Study committees for Maple Valley school district long-range planning project listen to Superintendent Ozzie Parks speak about the start of the project before breaking up into groups. ble for making recommenda­ tions to the central committe, which then will work with'the Board of Education to come up with long-range plans. The study committees will research such areas as finan­ cial resources, building and grounds, staff relations, transportation, public rela­ tions, board and ad­ ministrative management, policies and procedures, special education, extra­ curricular and recreational ac-' tivities, adult and alternative education, vocational educa­ tion and food services. Df. Parks said that altogether there are about 250 people serving on committees. Study committee members in­ See Study, on page 3 Mom inspired new *syrup queen' to seek local title The 1991 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen, Holli Hale, checks to see how the sap is running in the village park. Since childhood she has enjoyed the annual spring ritual of checking the buckets. by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Twenty-five years ago, the former Laurie Green reigned as Vermontville's Maple Syrup Queen. Today, her daughter is following in her footsteps. "I wanted to do it for Mom and, of course, I wanted to do it for myself. She motivated me, but she never pushed me. She in­ spired me," said Holli Hale, the 1991 Syrup Queen. Holli, a Maple Valley High School junior and life­ long Vermontville resident, was selected from a field of seven candidates during judg­ ing Feb. 12. She resides with her mom and dad, Laurie and Darryl Hale, and 13-year-old sister Robin. Although she's active in sports and other school and church activities, Holli maintains a 3.45 grade point average and is a member of the National Honor Society. She plans to be a lawyer and her ultimate career goal is to become a judge. ’Tve always wanted to be queen," said Holli. As a youngster, she remembers that the reigning syrup queens were like role models to her. "When I got older and saw my friends become queens, I thought I could, too." But when the big moment arrived last month, Holli said she was "definitely as­ tonished" to hear the an­ nouncement that she had been picked. "I was surprised. I felt like crying, but it was a happy cry...I knew I could do it if I put my mind to it," said the 17-year-old. "It helped me by being in my own church (Vermontville's Congreg­ ational Church)" the night of the judging. I had served dinner there lots of years...and I was familiar with (the style of the) ques­ tioning." Holli said her mother told her that the questions the judges asked are more diffi­ cult than when she was a candidate and that "there were not as many current event questions." ”1 thought it was neat to ask so many current event questions," said Holli. This year's candidates were asked their opinions on topics that ranged from die Persian Gulf War to state government. The judging sessions were not opeu to the public when her mother was queen and there wasn't a community dinner on the night of the event like there is now, she said. Syrup queens in recent years are more active than when Holli's mother was queen, she said. "She did a radio talk show and TV in­ terview and (former queens) attended fewer parades." Plans already call for Holli to appear on three TV sta­ tions and in a number of pa­ rades around the state are on the agenda. She and her court will See New syrup, on page 2 In This Issue... • Students learn about career opportunities • Jr. High kids take STAND against drugs, alcohol • Free tax help available for elderly • Nashville general election set �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5, 1991 — Page 2 New syrup queen named reign oyer Vermontville's Slst^tyTaple Syrup Festival in Apnl. Their official coro­ nation takes place at the fes­ tival at. 11 a.m. April 27. Holli and her court also will promote the community's syrup products around die state. Their first out-of-town parade will be in Lansing in May for the Salute to Michigan Mothers Parade. Her court includes runnerup Leigh Stine, Kelly Endsley, Amanda Rugg and Dawn Brand. Contestants in the queen contest are judged, in part, on their knowledge of the process of turning maple sap into golden brown syrup and Holli has a lot of first hand experience that she acquired helping her paternal grand­ parents, Don and Edith Hale of Charlotte. "It's fun to make syrup," Holli said. Her favorite part is the sap gathering process. "I like to pick a tree and see how much sap has run. Grandpa used do do it (gathering) with horses." She fondly recalls that her grandpa would load large sap-filled containers onto the horse-drawn wagon. He would put a board on top of the containers to keep the sap from splattering and Holli and others would often f from front page sit on top of the board to keep it in place. Sometimes, however, the sap would splash on their clothing, she laughed. "It was fun." She's also enjoying her visits to syrup producers in the Vermontville area and marvels at the different ways each will prepare their prod­ ucts. Her favorite maple product is maple sugar candy. Being part of the town's annual Maple Syrup Festivals has been part of the new queen's life since childhood. She's been in­ volved in everything from playing the flute with the marching band to competing Holli, a junior at Maple Valley High School, and her court will be representing Vermontville and the community's syrup products around the state. Collecting Teddy bears is one of Holli's hobbies. So far she has amassed a collection of about 35. Her first bear was a gift from a friend. in the egg toss and greased pig contests. "I always participate in the egg toss," she said. "It's al­ ways an exciting challenge to see who can keep the egg off of them." Holli also has been in the talent show, performing a variety of dances. Helping with dinners at the Congregational Church have kept Holli busy during past festivals too. She can remember when biscuits for the dinners were baked in a kitchen above the commu­ nity's museum and trans­ ported across the street to the church. "When I was really little and wanted to work (at the dinners), Mom held my hand and walked me across the street while I carried biscuits to church. The festival's arts and crafts show has had a special Area Church Schedules ST.CYR1L CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday: AWANA.......... 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin ...7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH Sun. Mass........... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School .... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship p...... ..........11 a.m. P.M. Worship....... 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR 18322651 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . .10 a.m. Church Service ..... 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. 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 Assistant... Don Roscoe interest for Holli, too. She has helped her grandmother staff a both there in years past. Being in the festival's Children's Parade, provided Holli with some fun memo­ ries, she said. Her favorite year was when she dressed as Mary, Mary Quite Contrary and pulled a wagon filled with a mini-garden of marigolds. "Mom made me the outfit and I think I won third place," Holli said. Just as her festival inter­ ests have been varied, her current activities range from softball to serving on the Student Council and keep her busy around the calendar. Active in the Pilgrim Fellowship youth group at her church, Holli has aspira­ tions to seek a national Pilgrim Fellowship office. She already is president of PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OFBARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship . . .9:30 a.m. Sun. School ... 11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 7p REV. ALAN METTLER Continued on next page— MAPLE GROVE BIBLECHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vz mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service ........... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE the local group and serves as secretary at the state level. She attends four retreats a year in conjunction with the state post and in June she will be attending the PF National Conference in Seattle, Wash. In school science is her favorite subject and she is especially fascinated with biology. Business law is her current favorite class because of her plans to be an attor­ ney. Holli has been playing basketball since junior high and plans to continue next year. In a couple of weeks, she starts softball practice, a sport she has been involved with since her freshman year. "I play all over. My favorite is second base," she said. This is Holli's first year as FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ..... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5. 1991 — Page 3 New Syrup queen selected, continued from page 2 a member of the school's Varsity Club and she’s al­ ready been initiated by taking part in the club-spon­ sored donkey basketball game. "I had a bucking donkey. I was quite embarrassed, but it was fun." She has served as president of her sophomore class and is currently very involved with the Student Council, chairing the new student book store. Holli keeps busy with Students Against Drunk Driving and helps with fund­ raisers and dances. Working with the Prom Committee is another activ­ ity she enjoys. "Last summer I worked at Dog *n Suds in Hastings...Now I baby-sit on weekends. I love kids." Camping with her family is a favorite summer pas­ time. She’d rather camp at PJ. Hoffmeister State Park in Muskegon more than any other place. Although she said her favorite state is Maine, because of its beaches and lighthouses. "PJ. Hoffmeister reminds me of it (Maine) because of the pines.” Study group named , I •I* Swfa(tt3i' Pwjinoniii WiiWiiliiti wM rilhiitfcif'j Woill WtK;( J , « Mi,U IlsWfflKiilL' My Hi uijMai ii U u^iilly tartii 1 «l h'oiogi.BiisralnjL ■tfllttdlStal :tfl rtylMhiJ M KJ. Mining iila(to ni [tali tow fl elude representatives from the school staffs, students and community members. “It is important to be a part of something signifi­ cant, "said Parks. “The large turnout of committee members shows that people have a willingness to be in­ volved in their school.” The project’s goals are to discover wants and needs of the Maple Valley school system and to form plans to accomplish approved projects over a five-to 10-year period. Information from the study committees will be submitted to the central planning com­ mittee, which will then pre­ sent potential project ideas to the school board for final approval. The long-range project itself is expected to take from three months to a year to come up with a final list of recommendations. Fishing for blue gills and other pan fish is high on her agenda whenever she gets a chance. "Three years ago, we went up to Canada, Rice Lake. I love fishing up there...I won a ribbon in the junior divi­ sion for the biggest fish." Horseback riding and rais­ ing tropical fish are Holli's other hobbies. Her Teddy bear collection fills a large chair in her bed­ room. She estimates that she has 35 bears that she has amassed since sixth grade. Her first bear was a birthday gift from a best friend. continued from front “Everything is suject to a final review by others and must go through the whole process,” said Parks. “Everything on a list may not happen, but most of it will if we prioritize and plan it through.” Maple Valley teacher John Hughes said, “The staff is committed to making this the best school that we can. We need long-range planning to set our goals for the future in order to continue to provide a good education for students.” In other business at the meeting last week, Parks gave a sort of “state ofthe school” speech in which he outlined where Maple Valley school is today and how it might need to improve in the future. “The Maple Valley area has pride and cares about their schools,” said Parks. “We must care enough to keep progressing.” Parks said there were many good things about the Maple Valley school system. Some of these are the fact that 70 percent of last year’s seniors went on to higher ecucation, there are good projects for the handicapped, and programs are available through Lansing colleges for students who wish to study vocational courses. Parks went on to discuss areas that need work. These included finding a way to im­ prove area school MEAP test scores, the need to re-educate those who have lost their jobs in manufacturing, the need to deal with quality of education issues, the need to find ways to prevent overcrowded con­ ditions at the schools, the need for more sports programs in the elementary levels and the possibility of coping with less state aid in the fiiture because of recent budget cuts. Holli tries to coax her angel fish to come to the front of the aquarium for food. She also has two glass skeleton fish. She finds that the fish have a beneficial calming effect. "I could sit here and watch them for hours," she said. Twenty-five years ago Laurie (Green) Hale reigned as syrup queen. Today, her daughter Holli holds the title. Vermontville's Maple Syrup Queen Holli Hale has been active in the annual Syrup Festival all of her life. In this 1984 photo, she's the Girl Scout on the left, holding the sign during the parade. Nail Down a Low Interest Home Improvement Loan ita p. nils IiimjW'iW tej jjtmHpfa1 Castleton, Vermontville and Maple Grove Townships ialj, ^ittotainN Ipii I«pn jiiiiiKttaW** i*n*!S! ! spin- fotriMWfl*’ fflll 01 to*1 It«f (on** A Home Improvement Loan from your community and the Michigan State Housing Development Authority may be the most valuable tool you can have. 1-9 Percent Interest Rates Low Monthly Payments Interest Is Tax Deductible Many Types of Improvements For more information, call Cheryl Barth (616) 693-2271 Equal Opportunity Lender Simple Interest Rate; Annual Percentage Rate May Be Higher. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. March 5, 1991 — Page 4 Kellogg 6th graders learn about ‘astronomy’ Members of Sandy Briggs' sixth grade class at Kellogg School stand in front of their science fair projects (from left) Cody Ayars, Jenny Kuemper, Jeff Haddan and Tara Stewart. Students in Sandy Briggs’ sixth grade class at Kellogg Elementary School have discovered they don’t need a telescope to bring astronomy into their classroom. The class last week worked on projects for an astronomy science fair that ranged from a model of the moon to a solar system setup that glowed in the dark. The students had been studying a unit in astronomy prior to the fair. The projects will be judged by teachers at Kellogg School and prizes will be given for first- through third-place winners. Students from Sandy Briggs sixth grade class helped paint posters to advertise the upcoming school carnival, which will be held at Fuller School Friday. Both fifth- and sixth-grade students made the posters, which will be hung in the schools and in downtown locations in Nashville and Vermontville. Barry County Extension Jr. high kids take STAND against drugs, alcohol By Teresa J. Frith Some Maple Valley Junior High school students have decided to take a “STAND” at making their school and fellow classmates drug and alcohol free. The youngsters are part of Students Taking A New Direction (STAND), a middle school-based drug abuse prevention program. Seventh grader Keisha Braver is president and founder of the Maple Valley STAND group. The first meeting will be Thursday, March 7, at 3:15 p.m. in the junior-senior high school auditorium. “I knew there were groups for older kids," said Braver. “I wanted to know if there was one for kids my age.” Braver went to junior high student counselor Judy Hagar, who helped her find out about STAND. Braver said, “This group is important. Even elementary age students get into drugs. Drugs are bad and it’s stupid to use them. We just want to tell kids its OK to say no.” Dr. Michael Callton is the group’s adult sponsor. He was a drug and alcohol detox counselor in Chicago before coming to Nashville to start a chiropractic center. “I worked for years with hardened users and I have learned that it’s more impor­ tant to get kids involved before they are in trouble,’’said Callton. “This pro- Diana’s Place Come in and get a new style for the new season. Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. — Owner — Diana Kuempel 852-9481 Hours at your Convenience Nashville P.T.O. Carnival Wide World of Sports” March 8 • 5:30-8:00 p.m. FULLER STREET SCHOOL Grand Prize A 4 Detroit = Tiger Tickets I PLUS... 50 Cash Fun for the whole family. Come have supper with us, play some games, most of all ... have fun! o gram teaches kids how to say no.” STAND is a junior high version of SADD (Students Against Drunk Driving). It was put together by Student Leadership Services of Michigan and funded by a grant from the Skillman Foun­ dation of Southwest Michigan. Experience gained when SADD was created helped form the basics for designing STAND. STAND is made up of five components: skill develop­ ment, community service, parent participation, chemical-free social activities and seat belt safety. All students and their parents sign a “Contract For Life.” This contract states that the student agrees to learn as much as possible about the ef­ fects of illegal substances and not use them, to share their concerns about peer pressure with parents and to never ride with someone under the in­ fluence of drugs or alcohol. At the same time, parents agree to seek information and educate themselves about il­ legal substances, to be available for advice and com­ munication, and to seek safe transportation if they have had too much to drink. “A lot of my friends have shown an interest in starting this group,” said Braver. “I see kids that smoke or take pills and life’s not fair to them. If we can get just one of them to come to a meeting and help them, it’ll be worth it.” Vermontville Lions attend White Cane Symposium Five Vermontville Lions, led by King Lion Gene Fisher, attended the annual White Cane Symposium in St. Johns, Feb. 23, the home of the Michigan All State Band and the Green Mint Festival. The highlight of the sym­ posium was the crowning of Christine Gomoll as the 1991 Lions of Michigan White Cane Queen. Christine is from Rockwood and will be at the Vermontville Syrup Festival in April. Feb. 26 was the dinner meeting at the Vermontville Congregational Church, and it was well attended. The program was about the new Emergency 911 program in the Nashville-Vermontville area. This makes it helpful for the community to be able to receive fast emergency needs for police, fire and ambulance service. The Lions are looking for new members. Anyone who would like to help the com­ munity and blind people and those less fortunate in the world, may call Gene Fisher at 726-0670 or Elon Baker at 726-0257. Free tax help program for elderly ends Mar. 6 The tax season isn’t over until April 15, but the deadline for free tax assistance offered to Nashville senior citizens and lowincome people will be Wednesday, March 6. The program offers free help with preparation of in­ come tax forms, homestead property tax credit claims, prescription drug credit claims and home heating credit claims. The program is sponsored by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) and USA Volunteer Tax Assistance (VITA). Hours of assistance will be from 1 to 4 p.m. March 6 at the Castleton Township Hall. To make an appointment or to find out if you qualify for assistance, call the Nashville Village Hall at 852-9544. The local volunteer tax preparers have completed an Internal Revenue Service training school held at the senior citizen center in Kalamazoo. No charges will be made for this service nor any payment accepted. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: March 6 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 7 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 10 - State 4-H Rodeo Clinic, MSU, East Lansing. March 11 - 4-H Goat Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 12 - Restricted Use Pesticides Certification Review session, 10 a.m.-noon, Extension Office, Hastings. Tests given anytime between 1-4 p.m.; bring MDA fee receipt. Pre­ register by calling 948-4862. March 13 - 1990 Farm Bill Provisions and Crop Program Decisions 1-5 p.m., at the Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 13 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. March 15-17 - 4-H Dairy Conference, Kellogg Biological Sta­ tion, Hickory Comers. March 15-17 - 4-H Lifestyles workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 16 - State 4-H Rabbit and Cavy Show, MSU. Mach 20 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. March 21 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Ex­ po Center, Fairgrounds, Hastings. March 22-23 - 4-H Clowning Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. R.L. Hill Tax Service — 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE — • individual • Business • Farms welcome For appointment call Vermontville... 517-726-0282 Ask for Ricki or Linda �The AAople Volley News, Noshville, Tuesday. March 5, 1991 — Page 5 Veterinary services available in Nashville area starting in March (517)726-0181 STANTON'S 144 SOUTH KNIt STfttT MCSZOhTJUlC. miCHlGth 49096 mshwe ‘JUST LISTED! *2 bedroom home for only $16,000! (517)852-1717 . *10 acres of land goes with this 4 bedroom ‘Coll to see! (N-77) ranch home ‘Living room, family room, large garage ‘Nice country property! (CH-107) ‘Large 3 bedroom home with 2 baths, 2 kitchens, family room, garage, deck ‘Located on 20 acres with pond ‘ONLY $59,000 for this 3 bedroom home on approx. 1 '/,-2 acres ‘Barns & buildings ‘Great paved road location. (CH-106) ‘Nice location! (CH-105) Nashville dogs line up for rabies and distemper shots during a clinic at the Fi re Hall last week. The shots were given by Dr. Larry Julius of ARK Veterinary Services. ^EnwKfet, J*1** J'WtOO', J-Ad Graphics News Service If Odie needs his shots up­ dated or Garfield has an upset stomach after that last plate of lasagna, Nashville pet owners soon will be able to take them to the vet without leaving town. Starting in March, ARK Veterinary Services will bring its mobile clinic to the Nashville Fire Hall parking lot Wednesdays from 2 to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 2 to 5 p.m. Dr. Larry Julius, who has a practice in the Gun lake and Middleville areas, will be on hand to give vaccinations, treat illnesses or injuries, do surgery such as spaying or neutering, and perform heart­ worm testing. During March and April he is offering special fees for his services. Some of the fees will be heartworm testing for $12, distemper vaccine for dogs or cats for $15, cat spaying for $32, cat neutering for $19, cat front declawing for $38 or $25 if combined with a spay or neuter job. Fees for dog spay or neuter jobs depend on the weight of the animal. Dogs up to 25 feMfMil&mt' W. i HI. -H lifetjh ratty, ta'i WWttttyM ®isfflM.I|i.ii.,Etw: (ityFiilWlfatyUtyi’ om!s.ltap. ■HiiiijtttySMt', MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL ALL YOU CAN EAT ■Pancakes Waflles •French Toast ■Sausage •Apple Juice ■Milk, Coffee FEATURING SNOW'S Down on the Farm Restaurant" SUNDAYS 10:30 a.m.-l:30 p.m. Music by Old Timers String Band Watch the huge wood-fired boiler turn maple sap into maple syrupl See the entire process from maple sap flowing out of the trees to maple candy, maple cream and fudge being made. Walk through one of our wood lots. Nature al its bcstll Saturdays and Sundays Horse Drawn Wagon Rides. Il's great fun for families and friends. A GREAT OUTING FOR ALL AGES! Adults *4.00 • Children 5 & under *2.00 March 1st thru April 7th -Ope iiThursday thru Sunday Each Week Thurs., Sat & Sun. 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Friday 'til 9:00 p.nL> 'Year-round home at Thornapple Lake 'Screened porch, newer seawall 'Land contract terms! '3 bedroom, two bath mobile home (M-36) Garage ■Only $22,500! (N-76) TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION Saturday, March 9 — 1:00 P.M. Barry County COA lunch menu and events planned Wednesday, March 6 Goulash, com, cauliflower, margarine, dessert, milk. Thursday, March 7 Chefs Choice. Friday, March 8 Baked chicken, beets, stew­ ed tomatoes, bread, margarine, milk, fruit. Monday, March 11 Mushroom steak and gravy, green beans, mashed potatoes, bread, margarine, fruit, milk. Tuesday, March 12 Veal parmesan, corn, asparagus, bread, margarine, dessert, milk. Events Wednesday, March 6 Hastings, cards; Delton, poetry, blood pressure; Nashville, Pete Dull and his music. Thursday, March 7 Hastings, cards; Nashville, bingo. Friday, March 8 Hastings, cards; Nashville, popcorn. Monday, March 11 Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, March 12 - All sites, puzzles. SNOW’S SUGAR BUSH with home cook Ing & our own pure maple syrup MBH®- pounds will cost $45 for spay­ ing or $35 for neutering, up to 50 pounds the prices are $55 or $45, and over 50 pounds the prices are $65 and $55, respectivly. Fees are for animals not in heat or pregnant. Appointments are prefer­ red. For more information, call 1-627-9187 or 1- (616) 792-9500. Located southwest of Charlotte on Old M-78 to Five Point Hwy., 4!4 miles west to Young Road and 'A mile south or 4 miles north of Bellevue on Ionia Road to Five Point Hwy., 1 mile east and 'A mile south. 3 BEDROOM RANCH with walk-out basement on approx. 1 '/> acres. Home needs work. Call for flyer! ROBERT J. THOMAS, Owner TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION Friday, March 15 — 5:00 P.M. 3188 Plains Rd. Mason Ml.»(517)676-2442 or 676-1653 Located at 310 Sherman Street, Nashville, Michigan ......................................................................... with potential. 4 BEDROOM HOME. .Tuesday, March 5 & March 12 - 4:00-5:30 each day. OPEN HOUSES WILLIAM & JOYCE MOON, Owners Stop by or call today for a listing ofall our MONUMENTS Specialize in Matching Stones and Designing a Monument to your Personal Need. IVe tfediented to "Pco-onnf Kosieti Juneiia i . ZFJOme 517-566-8141 f! 37 ACRES OF VACANT LAND .... Isabelle County 79 ACRES OF VACANT LAND .... Isabella County 40 ACRES OF VACANT LAND .... Isabella County 80 ACRES OF VACANT LAND .Missaukee County 360 ACRES WITH TWO HOMES AND BUILDIN'ty^A ,...Gladwin County 148 ACRES OF VACANT LAND 40 ACRES OF LAND WITH B ...Gladwin County r .... Gladwin County 200 ACRES OF LAND WITtVadOINGS....... ........... Clare County THINKING OF SELLING AT AUCTION OR LISTING CONVENTIONALLY? PLEASE CALL US SO YOUR PROPERTY CAN BE MARKETED PROPERLY IN 1991! b me one Sen vice Jtopes-Jisheti Chapet suSKSd^m Joe & Marge Andrews-852-0712 Bob Gardner-726-0331 Chris Stanton-543-0598 Kathleen J. Swan-(Lansing) 323-9536 Cindy Doolittle-726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5, 1991 — Page 6 Hartsough - Wheeler exchange wedding vows Denise Hartsough, 1039 Village Drive Bowling Green, and Mark V. Wheeler, Kalamazoo, exchange wed­ ding vows Dec. 29, 1990 in a noon ceremony at Peace United Methodist Church, Nashville. Rev. Angeline Theisen officiated. The parents of the couple are Don M. and Dalyte Hart­ sough, Carmel, Ind., and Vernon and Eloise Wheeler, Nashville. The bride wore a full-length ivory satin gown made by her mother. It featured a Vneckline, long lace sleeves and a fitted bodice with lace overlay. The maid of honor was Maureen Gareis, Richmond, Ind. Bridesmaids were Mary Cole, Ypsilanti, and Noreen J. Green, Palos Hills, Ill. The attendants wore tea-length cranberry taffeta dresses with sweetheart necklines, threequarter-length sleeves and flared skirts. Two of the three maids’ gowns were also made by Dalyte Hartsough. Steve Wheeler, Nashville, served as his brother’s best man. Kimberly J. Norris, M.D. EYE & ENT SPECIALISTS, PC Eye Physician and Surgeon Complete Eye Care for the Family Cataract Surgery & Lens Implants, Laser Surgery, Retinal and Diabetic Eye Care, Glaucoma, Contact Lenses KIMBERLY NORRIS NEW PATIENTS WELCOME (616) 891-0310 Medicare Assignments Welcome Sullivan - Fisher wed 9361 Broadmoor S.E., Caledonia, MI (at the office of D. Atkinson, O.D., Caledonia Village Centre) Groomsmen were James E. Fox, Bay City, and Gary MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE It 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS■ Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available ■ JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR ...Eves. 726-0223 DOC OVERHOLT.................................. 852-1740 SANDY LUNDQUIST.......................... 852-1S43 HUBERT DENNIS................................. 726-0122 DON STEINBRECHER....................... S52-17S4 GARRY KNOLL................ Eves. 852-0786 JERI BAKER........................................... 726-1171 (Graduate Realtors Institute) • REALTOR' ELEMENTARY • EARLY AMERICAN • $56,000 NATURAL WOODWORK & OAK - NEAR NASHVILLE - Good 8 solid older (or OPEN efficiency "turn of the century" 3 bed­ "starter" or "retirement" home, 3 bedrooms, new win­ room, 2 story home, hard­ wood floors in dining area, dows, vinyl siding 8 roof in 1989. Price: $29,900. (N-360) improvements. 2 car garage 8 large breezeway. (N-367) attractive living Nashville STAIRCASE fireplace brick Screened room. FULLER NASHVILLE - 5 BEDROOM HOME rooms 8 plus room 3 apartment stairs). Many up- recent in in porch. Must see to appreci­ (N-354) ate! Call Garry. SPACIOUS “COUNTRY BRICK” ON 1 ACRE • MAPLE VALLEY - Nice 7 room, 3 bedroom brick home. 1st floor laundry, high effi­ ciency furnace, oak cabinets, many newer improvements, large wolmanized deck, 48x32 wood NEW LISTING: NASHVILLE - Well floors throughout. Partially fenced back yard and mature cared for 4 bedroom home. shrubs, pine 8 maple trees in double lot with a 2-story gar­ this large yard. Close to town. age. Priced right! Call Hubert. MONTVILLE - Beautiful Call "Jeri". floors, Hardwood large on (N-380) (V-381) (plus 12x20) garage & work­ shop and a 24x32 garage w/ dog kennel. All this on a blacktop road in a beautiful scenic setting. Every home buyer will love this one! I ON 7 ACRES ■ REDMAN MANUFAC­ (CH-374) TURED HOME - 24x48, 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms 8 2 baths. Range, refrig., washer & dryer Nice included. "country set- *'ng." 72 ACRE FARM NORTHEAST OF VERMONTVILLE - 4 bedroom, 2 story home, 2 horse barn w/4 12x22 VACANT LAND: 10 ACRES - SOME TREES property — blacktop road east of Vermontville. (VL-373) building. APPROX. 14 ACRES - Near MV stalls Natural pond on the property 8 some wooded. Check this one out! I Will divide. (F-375) I High School. Good building site w/possible pond site. Call Hubert Dennis. (VL-364) be 3 bedrooms), new roof 8 24 acres APPROX. 40 ACRES - some trees, good sites, "country Rolling, building view." Located between Nashville 8 Hastings. Call Hubert Dennis. Mature bedroom paved "country road, nice shade trees, Lakewood Schools, 22 miles to Lansing (more land available). Sandy. Call (CH-370) NEAR VERMONTVILLE: 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. terms. Approx. shade. siding. 4 home", M-66 Listed at $39,000. Maple Val­ ley Schools 11 -378) new Large Blacktop road — land contract (VL-379) MONTVILLE- Small home (could PRICE SUNFIELD, 30 ACRES • STATE RD. • WEST OF seeded to alfalfa 8 4 acres (M/L) wooded. Blacktop road. ON 5 ACRES NORTHWEST OF VER­ OF REDUCED! $64,500! On 2 acres - on plus car garage, workshop (CH-377) EAST (VL-365) (VL-359) 10 ACRES BUILDING LOTS - Black­ top road near contract terms. $11,900 up. town. Land Priced from (VL-359) IF YOU ARE THINKING OF MAKING A CHANGE (SELLING OR BUYING), PLEASE GIVE US A CALL' SPRING BUYERS ARE LOOKING NOW! Miskerik, Milan. Ushers were the bride’s brothers, Neal Hartsough, Tucson, Ariz., and John Hartsough, Fuller­ ton, Calif. Musicians for the ceremony were organist Nyla Stanton and the Voix Celeste choir from Chicago. A reception was held at the Maple Leaf Grange Hall, Nashville, and the couple left for a honeymoon in Toronto. The bride earned a bachelor’s degree from Washington University, St. Louis, in 1979. She received a master’s degree, followed by a Ph.D. degree in 1987, both from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. Ms. Hartsough is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Radio-TV­ Film at Bowling Green State University. The groom received a bachelor’s degree from Alma College in 1978. He received master’s and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Ken­ tucky. He is an assistant pro­ fessor in the Department of Economics at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. Special riders plan spring horse show June 2 The E.S.R.V.A. (Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association) has announced the spring horse show Sun­ day, June 2,. at the Eaton County Fairgrounds in Charlotte. Entries are open to all and there will be many youth and adult classes offered. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. and the entry fee is $3 per class. Special Riding volunteers Dorothy Childs, Gloria Parker, Jodi Morrison and Melissa Freeman attended the annual horseback riding for the handicapped workshop Jan. 25 and 26 at the Kellogg Biological Station and Cheff Center in Battle Creek. The two-day event included several training sessions on expanding and improving local special riding programs. On Tuesday, Jan. 7, the ESRVA Board of Directors elected officers for 1991. The new officers are President Corky Jerick, Vice President Dorothy Mote Fielder, Treasurer Nola Buck and Secretary Melissa Freeman. Dorothy Childs is the pro­ gram’s instructor. Julie L. Sullivan and Darren M. Fisher were married Jan. 5 in Maple United Methodist Church in Battle Creek. She is the daughter of Jon Sullivan and Sally and Rick Willie of Battle Creek. He is the son of Sylvia and Russell Houve of Nashville and Michael and Nina Faye Fisher of Hawthorne, Nevada. Honor attendants were Cin­ dy Hansen of Nashville and Steve Fisher of Nashville, brother of the groom. The bride is a 1987 graduate of Pennfield High School and is a hospital corpsman in the Naval Reserve. The groom attended Maple Valley High School and is a 1988 graduate of MTA Truck Driving School. He is employed by CVS Systems as a driver. He is currently a combat signaler for the Army Na­ tional Guard of Charlotte. After a short honeymoon, the couple is at home in Battle Creek. Engagements Perkins - Lawson to be wed Mr. and Mrs. James R. Perkins of Nashville, announce the engagement of their daughter, Laurette Lynn Perkins of Kansas City, Mo., to Sam Douglas Lawson of Kansas City, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Lawson of Platte Woods, Mo. Laurie is a 1978 graduate of Maple Valley High School and received a bachelor’s degree in social work from Alma College in 1982. Sam is a 1976 graduate of Park Hill High School and received a bachelor’s degree in science from the University of Missouri in 1981. Both are employed by St. • Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. A June 22, 1991, wedding is being planned. Maple Valley Chapel Genther Funeral Home 204 North Queen St. Nashville, Michigan RICHARD A. GENTHER DIRECTOR (517) 852-0840 Serving Barry and Eaton County for over 100 Years “Where professional and reverent care makes a difference.” Sponsoring the C.O.P.E. Grief Support Group EASY ACCESS RAMP AVAILABLE Member of the Forethought Pre-Planners MONUMENTS AND GRAVE MARKERS 7 Cremation Service Available �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5, 1991 — Page 7 Maple Valley High School students hear about career opportunities Student Corey Mettler with Lanny Johnston, EISD Principal of Southridge Vocational Center. Maple Valley students Amanda Rugg (left) and Tracy Teneyck listen to a presentation on vocational education opportunities. Maple Valley High School students had the opportunity recently to learn more about planning for their future. Lanny Johnston and Bob Wieland from the Eaton In­ termediate School District Vocational Education met with the students to explain opportunities available to them. “How do you get to where you want to be?” asked Johnston. He explained that this is a good time to begin to make decisions, get some skills, and even earn college credit while still in high school. Eaton ISD offers several options for students. Regular vocational classes at Southridge in Charlotte, EISD classes at Davenport College, and EISD classes at Lansing Community College offer a wide variety of programs to Miscellaneous HAPPY ANNIVERSARY SUE AND JIM HENEY MARCH 6.________________ WISH THESE HARLEY GUYS, GOOCH & DUDE ON MARCH 11 A HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Telling a child about death— By Richard Genther Director at Maple Valley Chapel - Genther Funeral Home When a death occurs, someone close to the child should tell her — preferably a parent, or grandparent if a parent cannot. Once you’ve told your child that someone has died, you need to explain to her what will happen next. Tell her about the wake or visitation, if there will be one, about the funeral, and about the burial. Rabbi Grollman says that when children have questions, parents should make sure they know what the child is really asking, then answer simply and “don’t over-answer.” If they ask, “Why did Grandpa died?” they .will probably be satisfied to know that he got very sick. It’s also important to be honest, so don’t say, “Grandpa went to sleep forever.” The child may be terrified of falling asleep and never waking. Don’t say, “Grandma is in Heaven, watching after you,” because the child may fear he or she has been burdened with an all-seeing, all-knowing spy. Don’t say that “God loved your daddy so much, he called him back to Heaven,” because your child may be angry that God tood her daddy, or fear being taken herself. And don’t feel that you must answer every question. If a child asks, “Why did Uncle John have a heart attack?” And you don’t know, just say so. Children should also be reassured that although a parent has died, the other parent will still be here, and that the child will still live in the same house, sleep in the same bed and go to the same school. (Taken from the National Funeral Directors Association Inc. Pamphlet: “Children and Death.” 470 E. Main St., Vermontville • 726-0257 Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml • • • • X-Ray Lab Gentle Spinal Adjusting Physical Therapy Therapeutic Muscle Massage Open 6 Days a Week Dr. Michael Callton Most Insurances Accepted (including Medicare & Medicaid) 127 S. 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HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.___________ interested were advised to see their counselor for further information. NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER Community Notices AAIAL-ANON: Meetings at St. Cyrils Church Tuesdays at 8:00pm. ACT FLUORIDE — GOOD THRU MARCH — student. Printed information was available to students and those choose from. The classes can prepare students for a job, prepare them for further education in a particular field, and offer opportunities to ex­ plore various interests. Work experience and co-op pro­ grams are also available to students. The articulation process was explained. Eligible high school students can take classes at Davenport College and Lansing Community Col­ lege through EISD Vocational Education. Students can earn college credit while still in high school at no cost to the Adhesive Pads 1.19 Selected Formulas J&J KLING SOF-GAUZE 4 YDS, 2" or J&J STERI-PADS BAND-AID BRAND BAND-AID BRAND LARGE 50's, ALL WIDE, CLEAR OR MEDICATED 30's OR EXTRA LARGE 10's ' ,--- FLEXIBLE FABRIC 30’$ OR CLEAR ASSORTMENT PACK 10's BAM) AID 3" 10's 109 “JOHNSON & JOHSON” BABY YOUR BABY” LOTION 9-OZ....... ’1.66 JOHNSON'S BABY POWDER 9-OZ....... JOHNSON'S OIL MOUSSE 5%-OZ...,2.59 I5’ BANDAID TAPE 5 YD. Vi J&J FIRST AID TAPE Vi" PAPER, CLEAR .88 OR CLOTH Waterproof Tape 10 vd. W P11UIC J&J DENTAL FLOSS --- . W BANDAJD J&J WATERPROOF 50-YD. fj.88 fWPHMW 219 Main St., Nashville JOHNSON'S BABY SHAMPOO OR CONDITIONER 20-OZ. .•2.17 Ph. 852-0845 OPEN 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday THE first name in first aid �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5, 1991 — Page u Poison Prevention Week set for March 17-23 POISON PREVENTION WEEK March 17-23 “Children Act Fast ... So Do Poisons!” is the theme of National Poison Prevention Week, which occurs March 17-23. Accidental poisonings can occur in the home in a number of ways, including accidental ingestion of prescription and nonprescription medications. Poisonings may also occur in the home by accidental inges­ tion of poisonous plants or household chemicals or pro­ ducts. It is extremely dangerous to keep paint thin- AUTO • FARM • HOME HEALTH • BUSINESS • LIFE • SEMI-TRUCKS • TOBIAS MASON Insurance Agency 852-2005 • Dick Tobias ner, turpentine or gasoline in cups or soft-drink bottles. There are several good housekeeping rules you can use to prevent accidental poisonings in the home: - Keep all household chemical products and medicines out of reach and out of sight of youngsters preferably locked up when not in use. - When household products are in use, never let them out of sight - even for a moment. - Keep all items in their original containers. - Leave the original labels on all products and read the label before using. - Always turn on the light when giving or taking medications. - Avoid taking medications in front of children, since youngsters tend to imitate grown-ups. - Never refer to medicine as candy. - Clean out the medicine cabinet periodically and safely dispose of medicines when the illness for which they have been prescribed is over. - Use safety packaging pro­ perly — close the container 'icitu LIST $8400.00 sale s7199 Model 20GTH with 60" mower. CHOOSE 0% INTERESTAND NO MONTHLY PAYMENTS UNTIL SEPTEMBER OF '91 * OR $250 FACTORY DIRECT REBATE. March on in for the best deal on the best tractor around. • Powerful, long-life 20 hp Kohler "Magnum" twin-cylinder engine. • Hydrostatic transmission for infinitely variable speed selection. Change direction without clutching. • 60" mower is attached to exclusive double pivoting front axle; has full-width rear rollers. Floats and pivots over your lawn for a smooth, even cut. • Full-time power steering, extra-large drum-type brakes. • Dual brake pedals, and tight 26' turning radius for optimum maneuverability. • Available with a range of attachments for dozing, tilling, hauling, grass and leaf collection or snowblowing. ‘Available to qualified customers with required down payment. Easy monthly payments at competitive interest rates after September 1,1991. Offer ends March 31,1991. Must take delivery by April 15,1991. Ask us for details. © 1991 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. TROWBRIDGE’S Auto Parts & Service Center 130 S. Main, Vermontville • Phone 726-0569 OPEN: Monday-Friday 7 to 7; Saturday 8 to 5 securely after use. There are 116 Poison Con­ trol Centers in the United States that maintain informa­ tion for the pharmacist, physi­ cian and the public on the necessary treatment for the in­ gestion of household products and medicines. The phone number of your local Poison Control Center can be found in your telephone directory. Keep the number near your phone. If an accidental ingestion of a product occurs in your home, the first thing to do is to read the label on the product to determine what immediate first aid is necessary. Then call the Poison Control Center or physician immediately. If you are unable to contact them, call your local emergency number (911 in most areas) or the operator. When you contact the Poison Control Center, be prepared to give the facts to the expert on the other end of the line. Be sure to know the following: - The victim’s age. - The victim’s weight. - The poison involved — was it swallowed, inhaled, ab­ sorbed through the skin or splashed into the eyes. - Any first aid which may have been given. - If the victim has vomited. - Your location and how long it will take you to get to the hospital. Have the label ready. The label provides information about the ■ individual ingre­ dients of the product that are poisonous. If medicine has been swallowed, do not give anything to the victim by mouth until advised by the Poison Control Center. If chemicals or household pro­ ducts have been swallowed, offer a glass of water or milk, but do not force feed the vic­ tim liquids. Call for profes­ sional help to find out whether or not the victim should be forced to vomit. Always keep on hand a oneounce bottle of syrup of ipecac for each child or grandchild at home. Use this product only on the advice of the Poison Control Center, emergency department, pharmacist or physician. By taking the right steps now, you can prevent an ac­ cidental poisoning from oc­ curring in your home. Remember that one moment is all it takes. Take a moment to poison proof. Vermontville Opera House group plans activities in March, April By Teresa J. Frith With last January’s comple­ tion of “Phase One” of the restoration of Vermontville’s Opera House, the historic structure now is back to holding regular monthly events. The building underwent major restoration last year with the help of a state grant, local government contribu­ tions and private and organizational donations. “Phase One” included the renovation and restoration of Consumers urges energy theft hotline use in state Consumers Power Com­ pany is urging customers to call a toll-free number — the Energy Theft Hotline at 1-800-351-6969 if they suspect someone is stealing energy by tampering with an electricity or natural gas meter. Tips provided to the Energy Theft Hotline in 1990, and subsequent investigation by Consumers Poweremployees, uncovered approximately $529,000 in energy theft charges, a 9 percent increase compared with 1989. Since 1984, tips provided to Con­ sumers Power through the Energy Theft Hotline or other sources have led to 53 prosecutions. People who call the Hotline do not have to identify themselves and the informa­ tion provided is treated con­ fidentially. Hotline operators are available 24 hours a day, Monday through Friday, and on Saturday until 4 p.m. “By prosecuting energy thieves, we’re protecting not only our investment but our customers as well. Stolen energy ends up being paid for by all of our customers. We want to prevent that,” said Carl L. English, vice presi­ dent of gas operations and customer services for Con­ sumers Power. “Tampering with electric or gas service can be dangerous and sometimes deadly,” says English. “The thieves not only endanger themselves but also the surrounding neighborhood.” the entryway, main hall and stage areas. New drywall was installed, sidewalls and lofty ceilings were painted in rosy hues, the old woodwork and wainscoting was stripped and restained to its original maple color, the wooden floor was sanded and refinished, win­ dow trim was replaced, and roof vents were installed to prevent condensation buildup in the attic. A second grant application recently was submitted to the state, seeking additional funds for a new roof and fumance for the 1898 building. Hildred Peabody, secretary of the Friends of the Opera House Steering Committee, said they also hope to be able to put in a kitchen and make the building barrier free for the handicapped. Events scheduled for March include: — Friends of the Opera House meeting Wednesday, March 6, at 6:30 p.m. — A rummage sale Satur­ day, March 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — A presentation by the Historical Society by Michael Hook of Hastings on the “Many Faces of Abraham Lincoln.” Formal dedication of the Opera House will be held April 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. The public is invited to attend. In the future, the Opera House is expected to be used for such events as youth activities, programs, plays, ex­ hibits, musicals, public meetings, dances and recep­ tions. Plans also call for the display of memorabilia relating to the early days of the structure. Winners of the Sweethearts Drawings Maple Leif Florest... SUSAN FRAZIER Country Kettle Cafe’... YOURANNE HOOVER Good Time Pizza ... CECIELE ANDERSON Hastings Cinema ... BLONDIE BLAKE A Big Thanks to the Businesses for the participation. Styles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville • Walk-Ins Welcome Tuesday thru Friday Ph. 852-1757 sylvia hoeve �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5, 1991 — Page 9 S «:»S *\ taS *»x »x\ GENERAL ELECTION s *•&' TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General Election will be held in the L VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE,, STATE OF MICHIGAN at THE VILLAGE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 204 NORTH MAIN STREET within said Village on... Sj!C ! For the purpose of voting for the election of the following officers, VIZ: (1) Village Trustee - 1 Year Term (3) Village Trustees - 2 Year Terms »&<& •&' »sss wjSfx s!j >S b v> ^Sbk bk 5* <fcit in MARCH 11, 1991 Scouts hold annual sleepover at local church •^bi »ts5«t6 W JKi^fflit] Three two-year trustee’s positions and a one-year trustee’s slot are open in the Nashville Village election Monday, March 11. A general election will determine the winners of the open positions, but according to Village Clerk Rose Heaton, all three candidates on the ballot are running unopposed. Seeking the three two-year positions open are Carol Jones Dwyer, Charles L. Smith and Suzanne L. VanDerske. Richard Chaffee Jr. is running for the one-year position. Dwyer is a Democrat. The other candidates are Republicans. This year Nashville will have voting machines, but paper ballots will be available for absentee voters. Besides being out of town, to be able to vote absentee, one must be unable to come to the polls for religious reasons, be over 60 years old, be in jail or prison, be an election precinct inspector in a precinct other than the one they reside in, or be handicapped. A demonstration voting machine is available at the Nashville City Hall if anyone wishes to -see how one is operated before the election. Election workers will be Obituaries ikcb* iiifiotiK Itifta ME®,ir I iae. i®, aisi । ■n* Ks.atss; mix afaisoii Maynard E. Tucker_____ mi taiij ilm HASTINGS - Maynard E. Tucker, 79, Tucker, 79, of of 1010 1010 South South Broadway, Hastings, passed away Wednesday, February 27, 1991 at his residence. Mr. Tucker was bom on December 15, 1911 in Clarksville, the son of George and Mary (Rollins) Tucker. He was raised in the Clarksville area and attended the South Boston School, graduating in 1929 from Clarksville High School. Went on to attend Davenport Business College in Grand Rapids and later Barry County Normal where he received teacher’s certification. He was married to Helen G. Skidmore on July 24, 1942. Was a United States Navy Veteran of World War n, taught school two years at the Dunham School in Maple Grove Township. Following his military discharge in 1945 he came to Hastings and was employed 40 years at Hastings Manufacturing Company, retiring in 1977. For the past 10 years he did income tax prepa­ rations for area clients.. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, a past deacon, elder and trustee ofthe church, member of the Men­ Der Group and a long time Sunday school teacher. Member of National and i iitikgii ittikri km RUfEf Half 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 evening, and not longer. Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the closing thereof shall be allowed to vote. Nashville General Election March 11 ‘T’1 Mlhiiki "MT,C k*M NOTICE RELATIVE TO OPENING AND CLOSING OF THE POLLS Nashville Daisyand Daisy and BrownieTroopsgettheirsleeping Brownie Troops get their sleeping bags readyduringtheir ready during their annual sleepover at the Nashville Baptist Church. About 46 girls participated in this year’s event. Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel, avid baseball, softball, golf and bowling enthusiast. Member of Hastings commercial majors bowling league for many years and past secretary Hastings men’s bowling league. Mr. Tucker is survived by his wife, Helen; two daughters and sons-in-law Elaine and John Gradowski of Lawrence­ ville, New Jersey and Eileen and Phil Higbee of Nashville; five grandchildren, Kathryn, Joseph and Emily Gradowski, Seth and Lisa Higbee; sister, Velma (Dawson) Johnson of Lowell. He was preceded in death by daughter, Diane Kay Tucker in 1953 and a brother, Francis Tucker in 1988. Funeral services were held Friday, March 1 at the First Presbyterian Church with Reverend G. Kent Keller and Reverend Willard H. Curtis officiating. Burial was at the Striker Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyte­ rian Church or Good Samari­ tan Hospice of Barry County. Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home, Hastings. THE POLLS FOR THE SAID ELECTION WILL BE OPEN FROM 7 O'CLOCK A.M. AND REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 8 O'CLOCK P.M., OF THE SAME ELECTION DAY available at the polls to assist voters. Polls will be open Monday from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. Rose Heaton, Village Clerk Let Eaton Federal Help You Buy a Home ...... Eaton Federal wants to provide you and yourfamily with a securefinancialfuture. Specializing in home mortgagesfor 54 years, Eaton Federal has helped many local residents attain home-ownership. We have mortgage money available now ... so come in and talk to one ofour loan officers. We’ll make the home you want affordable with a mortgage that’s affordable. We support our troops in Operation Desert Storm Celebrating 54 Years of Progress Eaton Federal Bank Hairstyle Special — Cut, Shampoo & Blow Dry Monday thru Saturday 8 a.m. to ? "The Mirrors image" „1PG W1<<I<OI<S imaclG,, Hair Stylists for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville • 852-9192 FDIC INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FOURCONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5, 1991 — Page 10 M.V. Lion eagers clinch share of title with 95-80 win over Olivet Eagles A lot can change over the course of two weeks. For example;-on Feb. 15 it was the Iraqi flag that hovered over Kuwait City. And, hovering over the rest of the S.M.A.A. in basketball was Battle Creek Pennfield. But as we enter March, the Kuwaiti flag is back where it belongs, as is the Maple Valley Lions, who Friday night ran over Olivet 95-80 to tie Pennfield for the league crown. The Panthers edged the Lions 68-65 two weeks ago, and even a usually optimistic Maple Valley coach Jerry Reese all but conceded the championship to Pennfield. He said that his squad was mathematically still in the race, but he also noted that since Pennfield was to play two of their final three games at home, he expected the Pan­ thers to at least win those two games. But close Pennfield losses to Bronson and Olivet gave the Lions a new lease on life. “After Pennfield beat us, it didn’t look like we had much of an opportunity,” a proud Reese said. “I guess hope spr­ ings eternal. I’m very pleased we were able to share the title.” The Lions were the defen- ding champions, having won the league crown a year ago on a buzzer-beater by Scott Casteele. Reese said that be­ ing the defending champs stamped a target on the Lions jerseys. “All year long, people had been chasing us and pretty much giving us their best shot as far as trying to dethrone us,” he said. Against the Eagles, the vaunted Maple Valley running game, which had stalled in the second half of Tuesday’s non­ league contest at Middleville, kicked into high gear. Olivet came out in an ag­ gressive pressing defense, which seemed to play right in­ to the hands of the Lions. Maple Valley was able to break the press easily, with the result being a flurry of easy baskets. The Lions ripped Olivet for 30 first-quarter points, then took control of the game by outscoring the Eagles 26-15 in the second quarter. Maple Valley went into the locker room with a commanding 56-37 halftime lead. Olivet refused to fold, however, and slowly whittled the Maple Valley lead over the course of the second half. By the midway point of the fourth quarter, the Lion lead had been sliced to seven points. The Eagles were able to ral­ ly behind some strong outside shooting, connecting on seven three-pointers after halftime. Olivet tossed in 10 triples overall. Maple Valley then iced the game with a spurt of its own, increasing the lead to 15 points. The Lions were led by Jason Hoefler’s 24 points. Teammate Scott Casteele chipped in 22 and pulled down nine rebounds. Darrel Stine and Dan Franks added 16 and 12 points, respectively, while Franks had a good floor game with six assists. Olivet got a quick rematch, as the two squads tangled again in the district opener at Kalamazoo Hackett on Monday. The winner of that game will meet the winner of the Kalamazoo ChristianPennfield battle in a semi-final game Wednesday night at 7:30. Christian is the champion of the tough Kalamazoo Valley Association and is the favorite in the district, according to Reese. Maple Valley's Jason Hoefler fires a jumper during Tuesday night's loss at Middleville. The Lions regrouped and ran over Olivet Friday night to stake a claim to a share of the S.M.A.A. title, with Pennfield. Attention!!! DEER HUNTERS March 15-17 Cure Your CABIN FEVER Here Illi Lansing Ctr. Lansing Maple Valley 7th grade eagers win final games over Portland The Maple Valley 7th grade basketball team entertained Portland St. Patricks on Mon­ day and came away with a 37-31 win. After losing earlier in the year at St. Pats 47-21, the young Lions jumped out to a 12-0 lead, showing the Shamrocks the outcome would be different this time. The Shamrocks did lead early in the second quarter, MICHIGAN DEER SPECTACULAR HOURS TICKETS Fr 4p-9p Adult $6.00 Sa 9a-8p k 6-11 yrs. $3.00 Su 9a-5p * Combatting Anti-Hunters $ Animal Rightists • Trophy Deer, Elk, Bear Event * Deer Calling Demonstrations * NEW Seminars * Archery Trick Shooting * Turkey Calling * Lyme Disease Into Ctr. * More Than 150 Booths FOR INFORMATION 1-800-733-3990 313/669-4750 but the Lions rebuilt their lead and held it to the end of the game. Scott Heyboer totaled 12 points while Damon Patrick had a fine all around game with seven points, three re­ bounds, and three steals. Adam Thayer threw in six points while Pete Kellepourey chipped in four. Both had fine defensive games as well as getting 5 steals each. 8th grade eagers end season with 12 wins and 1 loss The Maple Valley eighth grade basketball team defeated Bellevue 38-27 and Portland St. Pats 51-24 to cap a fine 12-1 season. In its two years of junior high basketball, the class of “95” compiled a record of 22 wins and 3 losses. Of the three losses two of them came at the hands of the Olivet Eagles. For the season M.V. scored 598 points, an average of 46.0 For Rent KENT OIL COMPANY AMOCO _____NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN ONE BEDROOM upstairs apartment in Lake Odessa, no pets, $300 month, first and last months rent required. 945-4697. Garage Sale RUMMAGE SALE Friday, Saturday, March 8th & 9th. 9-5. Lots of W shoes. Nashville United Methodist Church Annex. Spring Motor Oil For Sale Automotive 1979 GMC CARGO VAN Air, points per game. They held their opponents to 388 points, an average of 29.8 p.p.g. In the field goal shooting department Gabe Priddy led the team with 56.7%, hitting 76 goals in 134 attempts. Cory Hamilton, Keith Carpenter and Dick Baker finished the season with 42.1%, 42.0% and 41.2% respectively. The top three rebounders were Priddy (140), Nate Dipert (56), and Chuck Brand (54). 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Pease Rd., Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5, 1991 — Page 11 e ltCJi % %■e ■ Serving the Area for Over 30 Years As Kenyon TV Co. & Lake “0” TV & Appliance RCJ1 <(J Camcorder and With Color Enhancement Light M.V. 8th grade Basketball team The 1990-91 Maple Valley 8th grade basketball team: Back Row (left to right) Matt Mace, Greg Halliwill, Cliff Weller, Matt Thayer, Chuck Brand, Gabe Priddy, Jim Skelton, Nate Dipert, Keith Carpenter, coach Mike Booher. Front Row— Greg Little, Cory Hamilton, Barry Brandt, Dan Bailey, Brian Thomason, Jason Cook, Ben Kompel, Dick Baker, Jeff Pennington. (Missing: Danny Rose) ’•snOIwi r® BtE hialiBG iniUthtyU iin laiiM.fc tsi IbiBei nil tty Hus W Use jot ■ Eta fc: an xa i ffit ® ship between reducing dietary fat and good health. Dr. Mary Fran Sowers, associate professor of epidemiology, U of M, will speak on the environmental concerns of the Great Lakes. Are the fish in the Great Lakes safe to eat? The Cooperative Extension Service hopes this program will provide new knowledge RC/I • • • • • • • MSU to hold food safety forum in Lansing Friday March 22 On Friday, March 22, the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice and the Food Industry In­ stitute will sponsor a Food Safety Forum at the Kellogg Center on the MSU campus from 9:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dr. Robert Scheuplein, director of the Office of Tox­ icological Sciences from the Food and Drug Administra­ tion in Washington, D.C., Will speak to the issue, “How Safe Is Our Food Supply”? His presentation will center on toxicological risks and food borne carcinogens. Concurrent sessions will be offered, with topics including pesticide risks, sanitation risks in foods, understanding the pros and cons of animal growth hormones, looking at the salmonella and listeria challenges in new food pro­ ducts and a possible relation- • Solid State image sensor • 8:1 power zoom lense with autofocus • Flying erase head • Audio and video dub • Time lapse and animation recording • Electronic viewfinder with playback capability • Ear­ phone speaker • 10-watt color enhance­ ment light. and a cleaner understanding of food safety issues that are gaining increased attention. Cost of the program is $18 per person, which includes lunch. Mail check payable to MSU, with name, address and phone, to: Food Industry In­ stitute, 51 Kellogg Center, Michigan State University, East Lansing, 48824. 20 ”diagon.i Tripod ColorTrak® TV ChanneLockiM Digital Remote Control (24-button) On-Screen Operating and Status Display On-Screen Timer and Channel Number Sleep Timer Picture Reset 147-Channel Capability Auto Start AutoProgramming S32500 RCA Model F20517WN PLUS Large Selection Console — Portable and Table Model Televisions Video Cassette Recorders Jr. Livestock Assoc, meeting is March 13 The Jr. Livestock Associa­ tion will meet Wednesday, March 13, at 7:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall at the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Business will include a report on the recent beef Video Accessories and Blank Tapes weigh-in, with 56 beef weigh­ ed in preparation for the Eaton County Fair July 21-27, and plans for the April swine weigh-in will be discussed. The next regular meeting will be May 8. LAKE ODESSA T.V. & APPLIANCE, INC. 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(Some booms fully hydraulic.) See the complete line of HARDI sprayers and accessories at: HARDI Nozzles THORNAPPLE VALLEY Self Cleaning Filter Extremely long-wearing and precise. CAD/CAM technology and com­ HARDI’s unique self cleaning filter puterized quality control guarantee uniformity and accuracy. Chemical automatically flushes out particles resistant and corrosion-proof. 9526 and chemical deposits in the filter, and avoids nozzle plugging. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5, 1991 — Page 12 Elementary students receive neon erasers Neon-colored erasers were given out to Maple Valley students in grades K-6 as part of the Eaton County Educa­ tion Association’s annual public relations project. Maple Valley school district students were among about 7,000 elementary level children who received erasers. The ECEA is made up of representatives from the school districts of Bellevue, Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Eaton Intermediate School District, Grand Ledge, Maple Valley, Olivet, and Potterville. “We asked all the teachers to tell the students that these erasers are being given out because ‘we care about you,’’’said ECEA Public Relations Chair Norma Jean Acker of Maple Valley. The children and grandchildren of Leo and Grace Marisch honored them on their 40th wedding anniversary Feb. 24 with a dinner at the Pour House Restaurant at Lansing. Their children are Twilla and Jerry Gibbons, Cheryl and Joel of Dowling, Garry and Tanya Marisch, Scott and Sandra of Holt, Steve and Laurie Kipp , fifth grade teacher at Kellogg School, hands out erasers to her class as part of an annual public relations project sponsored by the Eaton County Education Assocation. BOARD of REVIEW will meet on March 5, 1991 at the Castleton Township Hall, 98 S. Main St., H Nashville to organize and review the B assessment roll. The BOARD of REVIEW will also meet on March 11, 1991 from 9 A.M. to noon and 1 P.M. to 4 P.M. and on March 12, 1991 from 1 P.M. to 4 P.M. and 5 P.M. to 8 P.M. * for any property owner wishing to examine their assessment or to show evidence why ■ the 1991 valuation should be changed. H The ratio of assessment and multipliers on each class or property are as follows: RATIO MULTIPLIER H 1.0000 AGRICULTURAL 50.00% 1.0000 COMMERCIAL.............. 50.00% 1.0000 INDUSTRIAL................... 50.00% 1.0000 RESIDENTIAL................ 50.00% TIMBER CUTOVER .. .50.00% 1.0000 DEVELOPMENTAL ...50.00% 1.0000 Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor You that protested unfair assessment last fall — your time has come! The Board of Review will meet March 11 & 12. We will turn in your names. Paid for by Fay Fisher Pesticide applicator testing set for March 7 in Charlotte Farmers who need to become certified to purchase and apply restricted-use pesticides may take an ex­ amination this spring. The Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice has scheduled a review session and examination for Thursday, March 7, at the 4-H Building, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The review will run from 9 a.m. to noon and the exam will be ad­ ministered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture, beginning at 1 p.m. Farmers who wish to take the examina­ tion must have a valid fee receipt card. Additional examination dates have been scheduled for the second and fourth Mon­ days ofthe month at both 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the MDA Regional Office, 1615 S. Harrison Road, East Lansing. For additional information on pesticide applicator cer­ tification, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Exten­ sion Service at 517/543-2310 or 372-5594. Save your Vision Week" to be celebrated March 3-9 Pennock Hospital is observ­ ing Save Your Vision Week March 3-9. Early detection and timely intervention are essential for preservation of vision and ocular health. Pennock’s ophthalmologists participate R — NOTICE — Curbside Recycling* Les's Sanitary service . . Sharon Jury, Chns and Jennifer of Eaton Rapids, and Cindy Marisch of Washington, D.C., who was unable to attend, but sent flowers and phoned best wishes. The afternoon was spent at the Garry Marisch home, as Tanya was unable to attend the dinner because of recent surgery. — NOTICE — Castleton Township Property Tax Payers Castleton Township ., Leo and Grace Marisch were honored at 40th anniversary CUSTOMERS ONLY We will be providing curbside recycling for our customers only starting the first of March 1991. Please check the following schedule for pickup day in your area. Everything to be picked up for recycling should be out to the curb by 9 a.m. FREEPORT — First and Third Monday of Each Month CLARKSVILLE — Second and Fourth Monday of Each Month LAKE ODESSA Every Wednesday in the Village Limits including Ottland Shores Dr., Willowbrook Dr., Nelson Dr., and Lake Point Dr. Second and Fourth Wednesday will include Cemetery Rd., Lake Dr., and Eagle Point Dr. WOODLAND — First and Third Wednesday of Each Month VERMONTVILLE — First and Third Saturday of Each Month SUNFIELD — First and Third Saturday of Each Month WOODBURY — First and Third Saturday of Each Month THE FIVE ITEMS TO BE PICKED UP ARE: L PLASTICS — such as milk jugs and NUMBER 2 clear and color plastic such as laundry soap bottles, provided they are rinsed out, tied together and the lids or caps are REMOVED. 2- GLASS — AS LONG AS THE GLASS IS CLEAR. Jars must be washed out, with caps and lids removed. No dishes or automobile glass will be accepted’ Labels need not be removed. 3. METAL - such as soup and vegetable cans. Ends and labels must be removed, and the can washed and flattened. No other metal will be accepted as yet. 4. ALUMINUM - such as foil, pie tins and similar aluminum products. They must be washed, flattened and labels removed. 5. NEWSPAPER - should be tied in bundles or set out in paper bags. No magazines, catalogs, office paper, or phone books will be accepted. in preventative eye care through clinical activities, as well as community education programs. Many conditions such as en­ vironment, existing disease, family history, and age can play a role in visual loss. If you would like more in­ formation on community presentations please call 945-3125. Thank You CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank my family, neighbors and friends for all the flowers, cards and prayers during my recent illness. They were greatly appreciated. __________________ Lee Hill CARD OF THANKS We want to thank the Vermontville E.M.T. Service for the excellent job they did. We would like to take this opportunity to express our thanks to the family, neighbors, and friends for the love, prayers, food, flowers, cards and phone calls in our time of need. We also wish to thank every­ one for the visits. Connie Dickinson and family CARD OF THANKS The family of William Suntken, extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone for their support during our time of grief. The many cards, flowers, contribu­ tions in memory of Will, your words of kindness and prayers have been gratefully appre­ ciated. A special thank you to; the staff of Tendercare, Reverend Brooks, the ladies of the church, and Genther Funeral Home. God bless all of you. David Suntken and family Elisabeth Suntken Gary Suntken and family Ivan Suntken and family IVl . o Drive a Deere Come in and drive a new John Deere 40- to 100-hp 55-Series Tractor during Demo Days. Compare features...compare John Deere performance, value and reliability. 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The cost covers a luncheon in the MSU plant conser­ vatory, workshop notebook and refreshment breaks. Checks should be made payable to Michigan State University and sent to Tom Stebbins, Department of Hor­ ticulture, MSU, East Lansing, MI 48824. Swain will also give a Eaton County youths to attend public seminar March 17 (Sunday) in the MSU Plant state 4-H Rabbit Show at MSU and Soil Sciences Building There will be bunnies, and the Howard Zindel Traveling auditorium beginning at 4 more bunnies at the 1991 4-H Trophy and a cash award. All p.m. Admission is $3 per perRabbit and Cavy Show Satur­ 4-H’ers will receive participa­ son or $8 per family. Stebbins has more information about day, March 16, at Michigan tion ribbons. State University. An auction will be held at the seminar. Call him at (517) The show will take place in 12:30 p.m., with proceeds go­ 353-3774. During the Monday the MSU Livestock Pavilion ing to support the 4-H rabbit beginning at 9 a.m. program or scholarships. Rab- workshop, Swain will spend Competitors will enter their bit equipment and supplies two hours on a variety of animals in breed classes, also will be available for pur­ gardening practices and in­ novations, and pest and where they will be judged on chase the day of the show. meat and fur quality. More For additional information disease control. Afterward, MSU horthan 30 trophies will be about 4-H activities, contact awarded in various breed the Eaton County Cooperative ticulture experts will discuss classes. The county with the Extension Service office, or plant disease identification and control; environmentally most exhibitors will receive call 543-2310 or 372-5594. sound lawn care; home and yard plant selection for energy conservation, water and fer­ ttilizer. zer. reucton; reduction; an and insect nsect Extension Homemakers plan problems around the home, 'House Beautiful' seminar yard waste reduction and composting. The workshop is one of The Eaton Association of treatments and wall coverings more than 80 activities offered Extension Homemakers in­ available for viewing. “Come and learn what during Agriculture and vites the public to a “House Beautiful” seminar Thursday, special items you can add to Natural Resources (ANR) March 14, at the First Baptist your home that will create Week, March 16-23 at MSU. For an outline ofthe week’s Church, 1110 S. Cochran in your home ’ s uniqueness ’ ’, activities, ask for a free ANR Charlotte, from 9:30 to 11 says Starr. a.m. Advance registration is re­ Week program at any MSU Shelly Starr, window treat­ quired. There is a $1 charge at Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice office. The bixiklet can ment coordinator from Coun- the door. Call the Eaton also be obtained by writing iting to try House Interiors of Cooperative Extension Office Charlotte, will be guest at 543-2310 or 372-5594 to the MSU Bulletin Office, 10-B Agriculture Hall, MSU, speaker. The program will reserve a seat. Free babysit, cover the new home colors for ting is available, but when East Lansing, 48824. 1992-1993, with exhibits of making a reservation, indicate samples of carpet, window if babysitting will be needed. Vermontville Hardware — SPECIAL OF THE WEEK — All Thomas O9E 0/o/ AUXlXl ^ Light Fixtures EXAMPLES: DY630O-7 Outdoor Reg. ‘7.79 NOW DY6104 Reg. ’14.19 now DY6905 OPEN HOUSE March 13 Productive Home Gardens While Preserving the En­ vironment,” is March 18. The program will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in 101 (the auditorium) Plant and Soil Sciences Building at MSU. The cost ofthe program is $20 if registration is mailed to Fixture Ceiling Light..... Oak Bath Light. Reg. ‘38.49 *5“ *10** NOW *28" SHOP LOCAL AND SAVE Doug and Julie Durkee VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 South Main Street Vermontville, Michigan Open: Mon.-Fri. 8:306:00 Sat. 8:30-5; OPENING SUNDAYS Beginning APRIL 7 726-1121 CIBA Golden Harvest G Funk’s G Karl Forell Seeds, Inc. 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For more information, call 948-8336. . 8% OFF on all Corn Orders b“ Golden Harvest PLUS VOLUME iQQk Discounts 10* per unit 50-74 75-100 100-199 200 plus PRIVATE VARIETIES H-1170, H-1233, H-1285 H-1290, EXP. 256, Etc. 20* 30* 40* 50* per unit per unit per unit per unit Good anytime while supplies last Full Line off Golden Harvest Seed Com at Special Seed Savings Days Prices Hot New H-2331 Available ________ (limited amount) MARCH 11, 1991 9 a.m. to Noon & 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. MARCH 12, 1991 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. & 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For property owners wishing to examine their 1991 assessment and to show cause why their assessment should be changed. Ratio of 50% and multiplier of 1.0000 for all classes of real and personal property. William Crittenden, Assessor _______________Russell Laverty, Supervisor &\°\ v- w zvaw w zvaw - Less 5% FOR CASH । SDDurin auvriinn।ggg s - S-Se De«ae«yed ds .. 1Q1 SAVE TFHOISR NUMBER Savings Days O' WINTER WHEAT SEED ■ Karl Forell Seeds, Inc- - 543-2672 ■ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5, 1991 — Page 14 The Music Man" comes to M.V. March 22,22,23 Maple Valley High School will present Meredith Wilson’s “The Music Man” Thursday, Friday and Satur­ day, March 21, 22 and 23 in the high school auditorium. Curtain will go up at 7 p.m. Cast members include Bill Reynolds as Professor Harold Hill, Lisa Long as Marian Paroo, Andy True as Mayor Shinn, Janel Hansen as Eulalie MacKecknie Shinn, Polly Saylis as Mrs. Paroo. Correy Mettler as Marcullis Washbum and Willy Rooks as Winthrop Paroo. Supporting players are Chris Mudry, Ryan Rosin, Matt Nehmer, Andy Rohotham, Brad Sansom, Garth Davison, Jenna Rounds, Cindy Potter, Melissa Gillean, Michelle McCluse, Elisha Ayars, Angel Beardslee, Terry Dempsey, Rich Furlong, Stacy Hawblitz, Linda Laymance, Michelle Gidner, Lora Emery, Dawn Brand, April Blakely, Alma Amador, and Debbie White. The play will be under the direction of Norma Acker and Carol Kersten. “The Thurs­ day evening performance is I Write us a Letter! i / | i t / i i I i f I The Maple Valley News welcomes and encourages letters to the editor as a means of expressing an opinion or a point of view on sub­ jects of current general interest. The following guidelines have been established to help /ou: •Make your letter brief and to the point. •Letters should be written in good taste. •Letters that are libelous or defamatory should not be submitted. •Writers must include their signature, address and phone number. The writer's name WILL BE PUBLISHED. •The News reserves the right to reject, edit or make any changes such as spelling and punc­ tuation. •Send letters to: Letters to the Editor The Maple Valley News P.O. Box A Nashville, Ml 49073 something new this year. We are hopeing that people who have already made plans for the weekend will attend on Thursday evening,” Acker Immunization clinic planned at high school March 7 The Barry-Eaton District Health Department has scheduled an immunization clinic at Maple Valley High School Thursday, March 7, from 2:30 to 6 p.m. This clinic is being held to make it easier for-people to obtain necessary immuniza­ tions for children. Ninth graders (or other students) who have not had a tetanus/diphtheria booster in 10 years should have one. This includes adults. Children preparing for kindergarten should have 1) a DPT (Diphtheria/per- The 1990 Farm Bill has ma­ jor changes from the 1985 bill. Producers can benefit from understanding the im­ plications for 1991 crop pro­ duction plans. One of the major changes is a greater flexibility in planting options. This allows pro­ ducers to react to price outlooks, their individual preferences and cost of pro­ duction projections. Other LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville 4/1 IC GE OK CREDIT • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • • • • tussis/tetanus) booster, an OPV (oral polio vaccine) booster and an MMR (measles/mumps/rubella) booster. These boosters should be given sometime in the year before a child begins kindergarten. Schools require that im­ munizations be up to date and a record provided to the school at the time the student is enrolled. For more information about immunizations or the clinic, call Pam Anderson, public health nurse, at 543-2430 or 485-7110. MSU to hold *90 Farm Bill regional update meetings [HOMETOWN ff said. Tickets are available in ad­ vance from any cast member and at the door. Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS areas of the bill deal with en­ vironmental concerns which will have impact on the cultural practices used by producers. The Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service has developed three regional educational meetings for southwest Michigan producers. The purpose of the events are to explain the pro­ visions of the bill and to answer questions producers have. The timing of the meetings was chosen to ensure that answers were known to producer questions. Signup began March 4 and extends to April 26. Resource people include Dr. John Fer­ ris and Dr. James Hilker with the MSU Agricultural Economics Dept, local ASCS and SCS representatives, and Roger Betz with MSU Cooperative Extension Service. The dates and locations for the events are March 11 in Paw Paw at the Van Buren Cooperative Extension office; March 12 in Coldwater at the Branch County Careers Center; and March 13 in Hastings at the new fairgrounds. The time frame for each of the three meetings will be from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Producers are encouraged to call their local Cooperative Extension office if they plan to attend in order to assure hand out materials. Maple Leaf Grange to meet Friday March 8 Maple Leaf Grange’s next meeting will be held Friday, March 8. Supper will be served at 6:30 p.m. Following the meal, a program will be put on by people from the Safe House in Battle Creek. Safe House is for the abused spouses and families. Everyone is welcome. Real Estate LAND FOR SALE: 2.5 rolling wooded land on paved road, in Caledonia Township, soil tested, ready to build on. 795-2542. Jobs Wanted SPRING AND SUMMER school breaks are almost here. I have openings in my licensed daycare home. Meals and snacks included, call anytime. 852-1639. #FHO8OO9O8. School Lunch Menus Maplewood School Wednesday, March 6 Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, bread and butter sandwich, peaches. Thursday, March 7 Spaghetti, bread sticks, com, pickles, pears. Friday, March 8 School A.M. Only. Parenty/Teacher Conferences. Students dismissed at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 11 Hot ham and cheese on bun, potato chips, green beans, peaches. Tuesday, March 12 Chili, crackers, peanut but­ ter sandwich, pears, birthday cake. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Fuller St. School Wednesday, March 6 Spanish rice, com, fruit mix, combread. Thursday, March 7 Pizza, green beans, pear. Friday, March 8 School in A.M. only. No lunch. Monday, March 11 B.B.Q./bun, corn, apple/cherry crisp. Tuesday, March 12 Scalloped potatoes with cheese, green beans, peach, tuna sandwich. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 6 ♦Salad, ♦Chicken Patty/bun, *Tuna Sandwich, tater rounds, cherry crisp. Thursday, March 7 ♦Salad, * Hamburger/bun, ♦Cheeseburger/bun, Cheeseburger/bun, tritaters, pears, no salad bar. Friday, March 8 ♦Salad, ♦Pizza, com pears. Monday, March 11 ♦Salad, *Burritos, sauce and cheese, mix vegetable, pears, cookie. Tuesday, March 12 ♦Salad, *Sloppy Jo/Bun, ♦Tuna Sandwich, french fries, fruit juice, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm In the service We stock a complete line of... Laura A. Martin Army National Guard Spec. Laura A. 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Sign your *10.00register receipt place it in the box and well draw 2 winners Tuesday morning. *1 Aluminum Foil Potatoes A W ’Z3* Corn, Cut Green Beans, Peas, 16-OZ. bag Shurfine 99* Vegetables � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-03-12.pdf ac479375268d137ddccfce804a50d300 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC UBRAR 121 -S. Church St HASTINGS, Ml 49058-1893. MID ,JS- pO3TAG« HASTINGS, M« 49M( **"*«•./ Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 4905$ P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 33 — Tuesday, March 12, 1991 Muzzleloaders to take part in 1991 event Chamber says annual Harvest Festival may be canceled Nashville's Harvest Festival is in trouble this year, officials from Chamber of Commerce are reporting. Mary Ohler, secretary of the Chamber, said the festival may be canceled because of problems with support and assistance from the commu­ nity. The festival was revived two years ago after a lengthy hiatus and it was repeated in 1990. But its future may be in danger. "We'd like to see a lot of people get involved in the planning and implementation of the Harvest Festival," Ohler said. "It takes a great deal of support from all of the community to put on a cele­ bration of the village like the Harvest Festival. And without that support, it won't go on this year." Plans for this year's celebration also were threatened at the Chamber's meeting last Wednesday, when it was reported incorrectly there will be no Muzzleloader's Roundevous "We would have been to go with the festival, as it sincerely disappointed if the Muzzleloaders were not has for the past two years. The chamber was told that joining us," Ohler said. "We it was for a variety of reasons thank them and their that the Fork River Free members for their support and Trappers voted at their last participation over the last two meeting not to join the years. They have showed us a part of our history and Harvest Festival this year,. However, further checking heritage and added a great deal into matter revealed that the of fun and skill to the celebraMuzzleloaders plan to tion. "Now, however, it becomes continue their association with Nashville's annual a matter of simply determin­ celebration, if it is held again ing if and how die Harvest Festival should continue," this year. she added. Ideas proposed at earlier meetings since the 1990 fes­ tival have included a parade, a community picnic, talent shows, produce judging, games and crafts. "But none of these things can be accomplished by only a handful of people," Ohler said. "They all require indi­ viduals willing to give a bit of their time and skills. The more people involved in any one project, the less work it becomes." The next Nashville Chamber of Commerce meet­ ing will be at 7 p.m Wednesday, April 3, at Goodtime Pizza. It is likely that the fate of the 1991 Harvest Festival will be de­ cided at this session. "We're open to ideas and suggestions as to activities for the festival," said Chamber President Dave Mace. "We'd like to hear from individuals, groups and churches about the activities they'd like to see, and we'd like them to offer some commitment to actually plan, organize and do these things. Everyone enjoys these events, but it takes people to pull them off." Ohler added, "In these days of patriotism and pride, it's time Nashville demonstrates its community spirit and pride by celebrating our own accomplishments and pride. Anyone who may be able to help is asked to call Ohler at 852-9593. Maple Valley getting ready for The Music Vermontville OKs 1991-92 budget Man musical — Approved sending one streets fund $34,086. By Teresa J. Frith council trustee to the General In other matters the council: After discussion at a public — Heard an offer to donate Law Villages Legal and play next week hearing Thursday night, the sugar maple trees to be Liability Issues seminar in Professor Hill, played by Bill Reynold, tries to convince Marian Paroo, played by Lisa Long, to come with him during rehearsals for Maple Valley's upcoming musical play "THe Music Man." Maple Valley High School students have been hard at work preparing for three per­ formances of Meredith Wilson’s musical play, “The Music Man.” Performances are scheduled for Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 21-23, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $2 both in advance and at the door and they can be purchased from any cast member. As the time grows closer to opening night, the cast members are busy building and painting scenery backdrops. About 30 students are participating in the play, which is being directed by Norma Acker and Carol Kersten. The addition of a Thursday night performance is something new this year The directors said it offers people who have weekend plans a chance to see the play. Vermontville Village Council approved the 1991-92 general appropriations fund budget. The budget allots $170,659 for the general fund. This in­ cludes disbursements of $17,356 for the legislative ac­ count, $37,422 for the general ■government account, $63,142 for public works, $2,000 for recreation and cultural and $50,739 for the debt service account. The budget allows the water fund at $36,484, the sewer fund $62,304; major streets fund $33,000, and local planted in various locations in Lansing May 1. Cost will be the village with the provision $60. — Approved sending two that they always be allowed to be tapped. The council decid­ Department of Public Works ed to find out the legal aspects employees to the AWWA of this and decide on it at a regional meeting. The cost is $18 per person. later date. — Approved a variance to — Approved a request by the Young Author’s Program Ordinance No. 24 to allow to declare March 27 Young Michael Mater to have a goat Author’s Day in Vermont­ and raise it for the fair. — Discussed giving new ville. Fifty students from Maplewood School will be at businesses a break on their the Opera House on that date water and sewer rates for one to show their hand-written year. Under the plan, after books. See Budget on page 2 IN THIS WEEK’S ISSUE • Nashville family provides syrup for 100 years! • Junior high kids hold first STAND meeting • Maple Valley Lions district plans end The School Board Quartet, played by (from left) Matt Nehmer, Andy Robotham, Ryan Rosin and Brad Sansom, sing out during rehearsals for Maple Valley High School's upcoming musical, "The Music Man." Mayor Shinn and his wife Eulalie, played by Maple Valley students Andy True and Janel Hansen, are two characters in the school's upcoming musical, "The Music Man." • Maplewood T-shirts no,w available �The Maple Valley NevA^llAiUXiSsiSy.J^rch'n, 1991'— Page 2 'Viola Swfarrip' visits Maplewood to celebrate 'Reading Month' Miss Nelson, played by Maplewood kindergarten teacher Karen Seifert, tries to control her "naughty" class during a play at Maplewood school. Miss Nelson's "naughty" class acts up during a play put on at Maplewood Elementary School for reading month. J-Ad Graphics News Service She wears a black outfit, has a long warty nose like a witch and breathes onion breath on students who misbehave. Who is she? Viola Swamp, the meanest substitute teacher in the world. Miss Swamp, a character from the children’s book, “Miss Nelson is Missing,” came to visit Maplewood Elementary school last week to help students celebrate Reading Month. Swamp was played by Mary Kay Stark, a teacher in the Walled Lake School District in Oakland County, in the suburban Detroit area. She and Maplewood teachers acted out the story of Miss Nelson and her naughty Budget approved in Vermontville, one year the business would pay regular rates. A new business would pay a base rate of $5, plus one-half the nor­ mal rate per 1,000 gallons for water and a $10.25 base rate, plus one-half the normal rate per 1,000 gallons for sewer for one year if the present or­ dinances are changed. public hearing is scheduled for April 4 to discuss the pro­ posed changes in the ordinance. — Approved the purchase of a new fumance for the council building. The new fumance will come from Kane Heating and Ventilating in Charlotte. The cost is ex- Diana’s Place THINK new style for the new season. Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. — Owner — Diana Kuempel 852*9481 Hours at your Convenience classroom of students. “Miss Nelson is Missing,” by Harry Allard, tells the story of a nice teacher with an uncontrolable class. One day Miss Nelson leaves and Viola Swamp comes to terrorize the class with tons of homework and onion breath. When Miss Nelson finally comes back, the class is much nicer to her. The activity was part of Maplewood’s planned ac­ tivities held in honor of reading month. continued from frontpage pected to be $2,958 for a 96 percent efficiency fumance with a lifetime warranty. — Appointed Nyle Wells as a new council trustee. — Read a letter from State Senator John Swartz stating that revenue sharing funds will be cut for fiscal year 1991-92. Vermontville is ex­ pected to lose about $400 in funding because of the cuts. — Received a letter from the Department of Commerce stating that funds for this fiscal year have been ex­ hausted. The council was ad­ vised to re-submit the paper­ work on the strategic study implementation grant in May in order to be considered for next year’s funding. The village is seeking the grant funds to help improve streets and lighting in the village. Spring Arbor College Choir to sing in Charlotte March 24 The Spring Arbor College Concert Choir and Chamber Singers will present a pro­ gram of selected music Sun­ day, March 24, at 6 p.m. at the Charlotte Free Methodist Church. There is no admission charge. The program, “The Pro­ mise Land,” will feature music chosen from a broad range of choral music styles, depicting images of and long­ ing for the heavenly realm. The presentation will be part of the concert’s choir’s and chamber singers’ spring tour, which will take them through Indiana and Illinois and Michigan. The Charlotte Free Methodist Church is located across from the high school at the comers of State and Cherry. For further information, call 517-543-0910 between 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. Area Church Schedules CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville ST. CYRIL Sun. Mass............. 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. . Wednesday: AWANA........... 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin .... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship..........11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR 18322651 METHODIST CHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . 10a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. 304 Phillips St., NashviHe REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF 301 Fuller St., Nashville REV. ALAN METTLER S5°° Cut, Shampoo & Blow Dry Monday thru Saturday 8 a.m. to ? "The Mirrors image" yJLPG WUVOK2 iujaa6lv Hair Stylists for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville • PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OFBARRYVILLE A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO THE NAZARENE Sunday School .. .9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship........... .11 P.M. Worship........... ...7 Wednesday Evening Worship . 7 Hairstyle Special — 6043 Spptt Rd. (M-79) NASHVILLE Sun. School ...... ,9:45 A.M. Service .......... 11 P.M. Service ............. 7 Wed. Service...... 7 Viola Swamp, played by Walled Lake teacher Mary Kay Stark, makes Maplewood teacher Bob Smith eat raw onions because he was a bad boy in her class. a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11a.m. Church School .......11 a.m. Fellowship Time Alter Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN 852-9192 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School A.M. Service P.M. Service... . 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, March 12, 1991 — Page 3 Fuller kids learn about nutrition, good health Students in Genie Long’s third-grade class at Fuller Elementary School sat down to a hot and healthy breakfast in their classroom last week. The students have been stu­ dying nutrition and the four basic food groups in their science and health classes. “This is our final activity in our study of nutrition and good health,’’said Long. “I’ve been doing this for 12 years, and it helps encourage children to eat a good breakfast.” Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Ozzie Parks was quest of honor at the breakfast and sat with the third-graders during the meal. Everyone enjoyed the meal of scrambled eggs; toast with butter, jelly or cinnamonsugar; and milk andjuice. The food was cooked and served by parent volunteers. Rep. Fitzgerald plans visit to Vermontville March 18 Area residents are invited to meet with State Represen­ tative Frank M. Fitzgerald as he holds district office hours around the county Monday. March 18. He will be at the Vermont­ ville Village Hall from 9 to 10 a.m. Rep. Fitzgerald looks for­ ward to meeting with consti­ tuents to discuss issues pen­ ding before the Legislature or problems they might be hav­ ing with state government. Styles-R-Us Ozzie Parks, superintedent of Maple Valley schools, joins Gertie Long's thirdgrade class for breakfast. The class is studying nutrition and the four food groups. 224 Main, Nashville • Walk-Ins Welcome Tuesday thru Friday Ph. 852-1757 New books at Putnam Public Library— “The Dark Romance of Dian Fossey,” by Harold Hayes. The life of the remarkable woman who lived among the mountain gorillas in Africa. “A Life on the Road,” by Charles Kuralt. Stories writ­ ten with humor, warmth, and affection of America and its people. “How to Cope with Depression”. A complete and authoritative guide to the most up-to-date and effective treatments available today. Written by Doctors DePaulo and Ablow. “The Best Baby Name Book.” Over 3,000 names to choose from with origins, meanings and nicknames. “The Tokaido Road,” by Lucia St. Clair Robson. A novel of feudal Japan. “Old Dogs and Children” by Robert Inman. A strong, old woman reflects back on her life as she faces a family crisis. “The Stories of Eva Luna,” by Isabel Allende. When her lover asks her to tell him a story, Eva Luna com­ plies with this collection of tales. "A Time for Wedding Cake” by Salvatore LaPuma. A novel of Italian-American life in Brooklyn after World Warn. “The Secret Pilgrim” by John LeCarre. A novel of an aging British secret service agent’s career as a spy. “Pocahontas;; by Susan Donnell. The saga of the woman who aided the English colonists at Jamestown, as told by a direct descendant. “Father Melancholy’s Daughter,” fiction by Gail Godwin. “Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All.” A novel of the South from the Civil War to the present, by Allan Gurganus. “Heartbeat.” Fiction by the popular writer Danielle Steele. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters S BINGO I MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA ■ THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 ■ SYLVIA HOEVE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1991 — Page 4 Nashville family has been in maple syrup business for over 100 years By Teresa J. Frith A plate of steaming hotcakes dripping with butter wouldn’t be complete without homemade, fresh, sweet maple syrup. And in this area, we don’t have to go far to find it. For example, Mari-Way Farms, located at 10401 Lawrence Road east of the in­ tersection of M-79 and M-66, offers customers a chance to see maple syrup in the mak­ ing. Owned by Wayne and Marion Pennock, the farm has been making maple syrup since 1889. “My grandfather started making syrup over 100 years ago,” said Wayne Pennock. “Every year since, the tradi­ tion has been carried on at the same location by the same family.” Visitors are greeted by the Pennocks’ sign and they follow a dirt road to a parking area near a bam. Along the way, trees with tapping buckets can be seen on either side of the road and beyond. “This year we have 860 buckets on this property and about 900 more buckets on trees on neighboring farms,” said Pennock. “Some of our trees are over 200 years old.” Workers began tapping the trees on Groundhog Day and have been busy gathering the sweet clear sap ever since. “Conditions have been good this year,” said Pennock. “We hope for about two to three more weeks of tapping before the trees bud. We are shooting for a final production of 500 gallons of ” syrup.” The making of maple syrup is a long process that starts with tapping the trees for sap and ends with the finished maple syrup. It takes about 40 gallons of sap to make one gallon of syrup. Buckets are hung to collect the sap that runs from the tree. From one to five buckets are placed on each tree, depending on the tree’s size.. Most trees have two buckets placed on them. A tree must be at least 40 years old before it can be tapped. After the buckets are filled with sap, they are gathered and poured into a holding tank. “The sap should be gathered within 24 hours to preserve its freshness,” said Pennock; “Sap is a perishable liquid and can spoil if left too long.” Once in the holding tank, the sap is filtered and pumped into the evaporator. Once in the evaporator tray, the sap is starts die boiling down pro­ cess. Boiling also helps kill any bacteria that may be in the sap. Sap is boiled until it reaches a temperature of 180 degrees Farenheit. Then it is filtered once again and poured into a finishing tank. The temperature again is checked in this tank before the substance is run off into waiting buckets and poured into a straining tank. The 180-degree temperature is maintained by hot water running thorough the tank. “Syrup cooks best when it’s kept at the correct temperature,’’said Pennock. “This helps keep it bacteria free. We are dealing with an edible product and want it to have an enjoyable flavor and excellent keeping qualities.” After this final straining procedure, the finished syrup runs through taps into waiting cans or jars. It is then sealed and placed into a cool, dry place for storage. Pennock said an unopened can of maple syrup will stay good for about 20 years. After opening, it must be refrigerated and will stay fresh about six months to one year. “Quality is more important Jim Reed stirs the boiling sap as it cooks down in the evaporater tank. Sap must reach a temperature of 180 degrees Farenheit before it can be processed into syrup. than quantity,” said Pennock. “Timeliness and cleanliness are our goals.” “Quality depends on the manufacturer,” said Jim Reed, one of Pennock’s helpers. “You can read newsprint through this syrup. It’s the best I’ve ever tasted. “ Pennock’s customers are mostly regulars, but some do Continued on next page— KATHYG will be “40” on the 17th. We wish her HAPPY BIRTHDAY ...with love from Lewis, Todd, Lewis III, Kathy. & Kids and Honey B. Ken Bayha dumps one of the more than 860 tapping buckets from a maple trees on the Pennock farm. It takes several hours for a crew to empty all the buckets. THE WINNING TEAM YOU \ND THE CLASSIFIEDS ET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO * VEGAS NIGHT J V.F.W. Post 8260 — Nashville, MI 945-9554 * Fnnews> DAePLEw VHsLId>EY ...a localpaper oftoday! • Saturday, March 16 6:00 P.M. to MIDNIGHT Wayne Pennock pours a bucket of newly cooked sap into a straining tank. After it is strained through several layers of straining material, it pours out through taps into waiting cans as finished syrup. Public Invited • s500 House Limit — Proceeds for V.F. W. Sports Fund — Parents of Maple Valley Pre-Schoolers (Ages 21/2-4) Are you concerned about your child’s development? Is he having difficulty with speech, coordination, or learning? Eaton Intermediate School District is assessing Maple Valley pre-schoolers as a service to parents. While the children are being tested, parents will have the opportunity to talk with the Pre-School Team regarding available services. THIS IS NOT A KINDERGARTEN ROUNDUP If you are interested, please call Jeri Bowen at 726-0600 for an appointment. The testing will be done March 21 at Maplewood Elementary (first portable classroom) in Vermontville. The testing will be done by appointment only. Please call 726-0600 for your appointment before March 20th. Sponsored by ... MAPLE VALLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS and PROJECT FIND Eaton Intermediate School District �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1991 — Page 5 Maple Valley Schools announce "honor rolls' KELLOGG ELEMENTARY 6TH GRADE HONOR ROLL All A’s - Robb Rosin, Marin Smith. A/B Average Honor Roll - Evelyn Ackley, Corie Augustine, Jeanette Beard, Rod Brooks, Tyson Brenton, Kyle Curtiss, Amber David­ son, Marty Dawson, Jennifer Draper, Brandon Eberly, Jen- ny Gardner, Bee Gee Garvey, Nick Garza, Dana Hamilton, Mike Heyboer, Sarah Hughes, Sam Javor, Marie Jewell, Dan Leep, Jim Mit­ chell, Joel Mittelstaedt, Jason Neymeiyer, Matt Pennington, Dan Potter, Trisha Potter, Gretchen Priesman, Erica Reid, Scott Rooks, Jim Rose, Angie Rumsey, Carla Shook, Scott Spitzer, David Stephens, Kevin Swift, Jason Symonds, Josh Thome. Area commodity surplus food distributions planned This sugar maple is over 100 years old and has five collecting buckets attached to it. Some of the trees on the Pennock farm are over 250 years old. Continued from previous page— stop because of his signs. “We have one customer that has been buying our syrup for over 60 years,” said Pen­ nock. “That tells you something about the quality of our product.” Pennock says that when his grandfather first started mak­ ing syrup, it was used mainly as a sweetner. It was usually made into sugar and was a staple part of the diet. Now, says Pennock, maple syrup is considered a delicacy. His syrup won blue ribbons at the Michigan State Fair in 1988 and 1989. “Making s^fup is a labor of love,” he said. “Today I will work 12 hours by the time we are through.” Mari-Way Farms syrup is available in several sizes and types of containers. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 852-9547. £St< Patrick’s Daylp Sunday, March 17 • Green Carnations • Shamrocks Mapes Family Florist 107 N. Main St., Nashville 852-2050 b [HOURS: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Capital Area Community Services will resume distribu­ tion of surplus commodity foods in Eaton County .Tuesday and Wednesday, March 19 and 20. Commodities will be pro­ vided to families that are eli­ gible, registered and have been issued buffcards. Eligible people may pick up the surplus food at: • City Hall in Bellevue, March 19, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and March 20, 9 to 11 a.m. • The United Methodist Church in Mulliken, 190 Charlotte St., March 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. • The Sunfield Community Room, Main Street, March 19, from 9 to 11 a.m. • The First Congregational Church, Vermontville, March 20, 9 to 11:30 a.m. For more information or to apply for commodity cards, people may appear at the old courthouse in Charlotte at the Action Center or the Senior Citizen office, 100 W. Lawrence. STH GRADE HONOR ROLL Lorna Symonds, Tyler Robins, David Taylor, Nicole Wilson. All A’s Kristen Frith, Missy Kellepourey, Jessica Smith, Danielle Watson. A/B Average Honor Roll - Donna Anderson, Terrance Augustine, Greg Brooks, Jeff Brzycki, Hillary Cates, Lisa Combs, Kerri Dean, Ryan Elliston, Amanda Finkler, Ricky Fowler, Richard Genther, Emilie Gould, Holly Green, Maria Green, Travis Hardin, Chris Hartwell, Lezlie Hay, Andy Heyboer, Jason Joppie, Pat Lowe, Della Neymeiyer, Cody Page, Jessie Pennington, Rachael Pettengill, Monelle Quick, Wes Quick, Michael Skedgell, Adrienne Simmons, FULLER STREET SCHOOL HONOR ROLL All A’s Trish Sloan, Dustin London, Brandon Phenix. Honor Roll - Andy Adams, Kevin Aspinall, Judson Burpee, Cshris Desrochers, Heidi Eberly, Matt Fawley, Carrie Hardin, Dustin Lon­ don, Andrea Mace, Tom Powers, Aaron Treloar, Janelie Sottillie, Sraa Affolder, Sarah Behmdt, Dustin Carpenter, Chris Ewing, Shawn Graham, Jennifer Halliwill, Chris Magoon, Ryan Matson, Lee Ann Stairs, Lisa Stampski. IStanton'S 'ONLY $16,000 for this 2 bedroom home 'Call to see! (N-77) *10 acres of land goes with this 4 bedroom ranch home 'Living room, family room, large garage 'Nice country property! ((CH-107) 'Year around home at Thornapple Lake 'Screened porch, newer seawall 'Land contract terms (M-36) 'Large 3 bedroom home with 2 baths, 2 kitchens, family room, garage, deck 'Located on 20 acres with pond 'Nice location! (CH-106) Maple Grove Birthday Club to meet March 19 The Maple Grove Birthday Club will meet Tuesday, March 19, at the Maple Grove Community Building on M-66. Potluck dinner will be at 12:30 p.m. Ruby Ball will bring the bir­ thday cake. Members are to bring two grocery items under $1 value for games. 'ONLY $59,000 for this 3 bedroom home on approx. 1V4-2 acres 'Barns & outbuildings (CH-105) 'Land contract terms — two story home located in Vermontville (V-53) TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION Friday, March 15 — 5:00 P.M. Friends of the Library to meet Monday The Friends of the Library will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, March 18, at Putnam Public Library to plan an Easter bake sale. A presentation of apprecia­ tion will be made to Past President Mary Hay for her 11 years of service. NewinNashville! Ch a SERVICES Mobile Unit — Nashville Fire Hall Small Animal Medicine — Surgery Due to the recent patronage and hospitality at the rabies clinics, we will try to establish permanent services in Nashville starting March 13. I am only available part-time on Wednesdays 2-6 p.m. and Saturdays 1-3 p.m. An assistant will be available at other times to receive or release pets, make appointments, etc. You can call TOLL FREE at 1-616-967-2000 for an appointment. Please make other pet owners aware of this new service that is convenient, trustworthy, and affor­ dable. - DR. L.A. JULIUS Located at 310 Sherman Street, Nashville, Michigan WILLIAM & JOYCE MOON, Owners THE FOLLOWING PROPERTIES WERE SOLD ON DAY 2 OF A TWO-DAY AUCTION OF PROPERTIES IN THE CENTRAL MICHIGAN AREA: 44J5 ACRES OF VACANT LAND.................... ..Isabella County 27 ACRES VACANT LAND........................... ...Arenac County 273 ACRES OF VACANT LAND..................... ..Midland County 100 ACRES WITH HOUSE ON JOHNSON LAKE Ogemaw County 171 ACRES OF VACANT LAND. ...Alpena County 159 ACRES OF VACANT LAND ...Alcona County 80 ACRES OF VACANT LAND... ...Arenac County THINKING OF SELLING AT AUCTION OR LISTING CONVENTIONALLY? PLEASE CALL US SO YOUR PROPERTY CAN BE MARKETED PROPERLY IN 1991! Jm & Marge Andrews-852-0712 Chris Stanton-543-0S98 Cindy Doolittle-726^605 Kathleen J. Swan-(Lansing) 323-9536 Kathy Hansbarger-852-2280 Bob Gartner-726-0331 Marty Martin - 566-8526 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1991 — Page 6 New insurance company opens in Nashville By Teresa J. Frith The Tobias-Mason In­ surance Agency has opened an office on Main Street in Nashville. A branch of the Mason In­ surance Agency in Mason, the office has been open since mid-January. “I have lived in Nashville for several years and wanted an office close to my home,” said Dick Tobias, agent for Tobias-Mason. “The Mason Agency wanted to expand, so an office was set up here in Nashville.” Tobias, who has been an in­ surance agent for seven years, runs the office with the help of his sister-in-law, Carol Tobias, who is the office manager. Tobias-Mason is an in­ dependent company and of­ fers several types of insurance to its customers. The parent company has been in existence since 1946. Some of the types of coverage offered includes farm, home, auto, commer­ cial, life, health, semi-tractor and trailor, mobile home, teddy-bear policies for babies or small children, and disability insurance. Some special types of policies include special risk insurance, mortgage and disability, a mortgage vanisher that shows how to make a 30 year mortagage pay off early, bonds, IRAs and annuities. “We have very competitive fish & Chicken Fry V.F.W. Post 8260 - Nashville, MI Friday, March 15 SERVING 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. II Adults s4.75 / Children $2.75 — All-You-Can-Eat — S MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate rates and give free price quotes on policies,” Tobias said. “As an independent agency, we work with about 12 companies and can select a policy for a customer based on his or her individual needs.” The office is computerized and quotes usually can be given to a potential customer in a matter of minutes. “Business has been pretty good,” said Tobias. “We’ve had about 30 customers in the last four to six weeks and about 60 to 70 inquiries.” Located at 109 N. Main St., the agency’s operating hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend hours Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HMS WARRANTY • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available COPE, a support group for grieving families, will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Family Life Center of the Nashville United Methodist Church, corner of Washington and Queen streets. For more information, call MEMBERS OF BARRY* EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE VERMONTVILLE “TURN OF THE CENTURY” HOME - 3 bedroom, formal dining room, large living room, wood floors, many closets and cupboards. Above ground pool. Maple Valley Schools. To see this elegant home — call "Jeri." REALTOR4 JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR... Eves. 726-0223 DOC OVERHOLT................................. 852-1740 SANDY LUNDQUIST......................... 852-1543 HUBERT DENNIS 726-0122 DON STEINBRECHER....................... 852-1784 GARRY KNOLL............................ Eves. 852-0786 JERI BAKER........................................... 726-1171 NEW LISTING: 3 BR RANCH, VER­ MONTVILLE - Beautiful wood floors throughout. Partially fenced back yard and mature shrubs, pine S maple trees in this large yard. Close to town. Call "Jeri". (V-381) Carol Tobias figures an estimate on an insurance policy while her brother­ in-law, Richard Tobias, looks over her work. COPE support group to meet Thursday night in Nashville 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 can be arranged by appointment. Call 852-2005 for more information. “Some people don’t trust insurance companies,” Tobias said. “I don’t want so­ meone to buy unless they understand what they are buy­ ing. Insurance provides for your own protection, as well as your family.” NASHVILLE • 4 BEDROOM WELL CARED FOR HOME - Hardwood floors, on large double lot with a 2-story garage. Priced right! Call Hubert. (N-380) the Maple Valley chapel of the Genther Funeral Home, at 852-0840. Nashville students place first, fifth in regional spelling bee contest Two Nashville students from Barry Christian School recently placed first and fifth in regional spelling bee competition. Seventh grader Carrie Roush placed first among about 30 other fifth through eighth graders from the sur­ rounding areas. Her classmate, Aaron Tobias, placed fifth. “Several spelling bee heats were held to determine the winner,” said seventh grade teacher Loma Brecheisen. “The student who won the most heats was chosen as the winner.” The contest was sponsored by the Grand Rapids Press. Rousch received a book as her prize and will go on to com­ pete at the state level in Grand Rapids next month. If she wins at the state level, she will be eligible to compete in the national contest in Washington D.C. (V-369) ON 7 ACRES • REDMAN MANUFAC­ TURED HOME - 24x48, 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Range, refrig., washer & dryer included. Nice "country setting.” (CH-377) COUNTRY HOME $43,500! ON 2.3 ACRES - 2 STORY, 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, sets high, mature trees. Call for appointment! (CH-358) Barry County COA lunch menu set Wednesday, March 13 Turkey stew, wax beans, biscuits, oleo, fruit. WEST OF BELLEVUE ON 1 ACRE - Thursday, March 14 Quad level, brick & alum., 5 bedroom, 2'4 baths, 2 firepla­ ces, on M-78. Nice "home for the family" between Bellevue & Battle Creek. Call Don. (CH-376) Meatballs, peas, red potatoes, bread, oleo, dessert. 6 PLUS ACRES - “NEW” LOG HOME - 2 bedrooms (plus walkout basement), 2 full baths, large living room, kitchen and dining "combo", nice open deck across front ($79,500 completed or will sell as is). Property is rolling and has creek and trees. Maple Valley Schools. (CH-355) NEW LISTING: BELLEVUE SCHOOLS ■ 5 ACRES - "Starter home," good location, '/> mi. east of M-66, easy access to Pennfield or Battle Creek. Price: $35,000. Possible land contract terms. Call Don. k (CH-383) Carrie Roush placed first and Classmate Aaron Tobias placed fifth in the recent spelling bee held in Grand Rapids. Both are seventh-grade students at the Barry County Christian School. We’re making lots of plans for the future. Friday, March 15 NEW LISTING: 80 ACRE FARM north of Nashville, 2 story, 3 bedroom home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog barn, 36x48 basement barn. Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) VACANT LAND: 72 ACRE FARM NORTHEAST OF VERMONTVILLE - 4 bedroom, 2 Vegetable lasagna, parslied carrots, baked beans, fruit. story home, 2 car garage, horse barn w/4 stalls plus 12x22 workshop building. Natural pond on the property & some wooded. Check this one out!! Will divide. (F-375) Chicken sauce ’em, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, bread, oleo, plums. 2 ACRES (APPROX.) ON M-66 NEAR VERMONTVILLE: south of Nashville. 1.S ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 (VL-368) 10 ACRES - SOME TREES on property — blacktop road east of Vermontville. (VL-373) 20 ACRES ■ PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) 30 ACRES ■ STATE RD. • WEST OF M-66 App rox. 24 acres seeded to alfalfa & 4 acres (M/L) wooded. Blacktop road. (VL-379) up. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 10 ACRE BUILDING LOTS Black­ top road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359) IF YOU ARE THINKING OF MAKING A CHANGE (SELLING OR BUYING), PPLEASE GIVE US A CALL! SPRING ING BUYERS ARE LOOKING NOW! Ji Monday, March 18 Tuesday, March 19 Cabbage stew, beets, bread, oleo, fruit. Events Wednesday, March 13 Hastings, games or cards; Nashville, Judy Walker from Pennock on Insurance. Thursday, March 14 Hastings, games or cards; Nashville, bingo. Friday, March 15 Nashville, popcorn; Hastings, games or cards. Monday, March 18 Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, March 19 - All site puzzles; Nashville, sites Millie Carrigan and her Mil music. mus And Trust 100 Funeral Prearrangement is one of those plans that makes a lot of sense. Particularly when our friends told us how easy it is. All it took was a phone call. We liked what we heard. So we each made a Trust 100 Prearrangement. It just makes sense to plan ahead. mist® Funeral Prearrangement Centers ^77^ funeral /tome, Jnc. Family Serving Families Since 1923 401 W. Seminary St., Charlotte, MI (517) 543-2950 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1991 — Page 7 NLX/. Junior High students hold first STAND monthly meeting Members of the newly formed STAND group listen while Dr. Michael Callton explains what the club is all about. STAND is a junior high school version of Students Against Drunk Driving. J-Ad Graphics News Service More than a dozen students attended Maple Valley Junior High’s first meeting of STAND (Students Taking A New Direction) last week. The group, which is backed financially by the Nashville Lions Club, is a junior high version of SADD (Students Against Drunk Driving. Their adult sponser is Dr. Michael Callton, a Lions Club member and a chiropracter in Nashville. STAND is made up of five components: skill develop­ ment, community service, parent participation, chemical-free social ac­ tivities, and seat belt safety. Members of the newly formed Students Taking A New Direction (STAND) group at their first meeting last week (back row, from left) Dr. Michael Callton, Angela Little, Gracie Pena, Angela Todd and Elizabeth Vanderhoff. Middle row (from left) Katheryn Murphy, Jackie Sealy, Sara Stewart, Julie Skelton and Kris Platte, (front row, from left) club officers Melisa Sloboda, Keisha Brauer, Chris Robinson and Heather Carpenter. Parents and teens sign con­ tracts that state they will not use illegal substances and that they will learn as much as possible about them. Parents also promise to be available for communication and to seek safe transportation ifthey have been drinking. Club officers were elected The Ole Cookstove Maplewood School T-shirts now available Maplewood Elementary School held a contest last November for students fashion a T-shirt design for the school. Mindy Powers, a student at Maplewood, came up with the winning design. The shirt shows a maple tree complete with a hanging sap bucket and a lion standing behind the tree. “The Maple tree stands for Maplewood and the lion is FAMILY RESTURANT & because Maple Valley is the Lions,” said Powers. “I did all the drawing myself.” The shirts are made of 50 percent cotton and 50 percent polyester and will be light blue. Shirts are $6 and can be ordered from the school. Orders will be ready in about two to three weeks and pay­ ment must be made in advance. Weekend Specials FRIDAY, MARCH 15 Roast of Leg Spring Lamb SAT., MARCH 16 Lasagna Served 4:30 p.m. - 8 :00 p.m. - EVERYDAY - Hamburger 99* &Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! Horse committee to meet Thursday All 4-H horse leaders, club members and those interested in horse topics are invited to attend the 4-H Horse Developmental Committee Thursday, March 14, at 7:30 winners. The meetings will be held at the school on the first Tuesday ofeach month. There will be a guest speaker at the next meeting from the local am­ bulance crew. A member of the Barry County Sheriff’s Department will speak at the May meeting. at the meeting. They are: President Keisha Brauer, Vice President Heather Carpenter, Secretary Chris Robinson and Treasurer Melisa Sloboda. One of their first projects will be a poster contest to think of a symbol or slogan for the newly formed club. Prizes will be awarded to HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 7 a.tn. to 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. p.m. The meeting, at Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Fairgrounds, will focus on upcoming 4-H horse programs and sub­ committee reports. 174 SOUTH MAIN, VERMONTVILLE Phone 517-726-1144 SPRING FEVER VALUE DAY Gillette $ STARTING Ll N^(U P ’91 Oral B Toothbrush sl66 Soft & Dri s1s Aerosol A/P 4 oz....... S Right Guard Stick Deodorant s ss Altra Blades 10's.. ....... s^66 2.5 oz. or A/P Stick 2 oz.. A Right Guard Original Aerosol 5 oz. or A/P 4 oz s-A Good News Disposable 5's........ The Dry Look 8 oz. $1 157 .S28S Soft & Dri Roll On 1.5 OZ BUF PUF VERMONTVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE METAMUCIL $099 $219 $ 12.44 BARGAIN OF THE WEEK IEASEIEALIL Anyone interested in coaching, assistant coaching or being an umpire, please attend the March 18, 7:00 p.m. meeting at Maplewood Elementary in Mrs. Smith's room. Excedrln NUPPIN 12 oz. or Maximum I 8 oz. Ii peptfr pBeispmtforl Strength SUGAR FREE 16.9 oz. FINESSE 51 Tablets or Caplets 100's .. Bufferin Tablets .S/8 or Caplets 100’s ................... 88 Shampoo or Conditioner Nuprin Tablets or Caplets 24’s . $1 < 99 SS BISMOL 21 oz. Regular or Gentle PEPTO- 11 oz. «219 Less *1.50 Mfg. Cash Mail-in Refund Offer $327 $233 Tablets 30 s (Cherry or Original Formula) EUCALYPTAMINT OINTMENT 2 oz. S366 AOSEPT Disinfecting Solution^ 12 oz- Aodisc FMwfl CIBA Aerosol ?2a,o*zne.$ 344 siiii ii Select Formulas GLUCOMETER 3 Blood Glucose Monitoring System SALE PRICE Less Mfg. Cash Mail-in Rebate YOUR FINAL COST AFTER REFUND s45.00 -s45.00 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 OPEN 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1991 Page 8 Free throws costly in season-ending loss Buzzer-beating shot ousts Maple Valley in district play by Todd Tubergen Sports Editor How much you enjoyed Monday’s district opener bet­ ween S.M.A.A. rivals Maple Valley and Olivet depended on your perspective. If you weren’t rooting for either team in particular, it was as good a game as you could hope to see. For Olivet fans, the victory was as sweet as could be. But for Maple Valley, the last-second loss was a bitter pill to swallow. After all, 72 hours earlier the Lions had their running game in high gear and defeated the Eagles 95-80 to clinch a tie for the league championship. Monday was a different story. Senior Troy Thayer drop­ ped in three-pointer as time was running out to give Olivet a thrilling 66-63 win in the first of two games featuring the S.M.A.A. co-champions at Kalamazoo Hackett Catholic Central High School. Battle Creek Pennfield was drubbed by district favorite Kalamazoo Christian 72-50 in the nightcap, setting up a KChristian-Olivet semifinal Wednesday night. Thayer’s heroics ruined a valiant Maple Valley com­ eback, which culminated in senior guard Jason Hoefler’s two free throws with six seconds remaining to tie the score. The Eagles led 62-56 after a pair of charity tosses with 46 seconds left, but junior center Darrel Stine countered with a pair of his own five seconds later to pull the Lions within four. Olivet then brought the ball upcourt, probably expecting to be fouled. Instead, Stine stepped in to pick off an errant Eagle pass, and the Lions had new life. Forward Mickey Collier missed a triple try from the right wing, but Stine grabbed the rebound and was fouled. Stine canned the first foul shot, but left the second off the left side of the iron. Col- lier grabbed the loose ball and drilled a short baseline jumper to pull the Lions to within 62-61. After a Maple Valley foul, sophomore Ed Collins split a pair of free throws and Maple Valley had still another chance. Scott Casteele found Hoefler on the left wing, and the lefty drove to his left, where he was fouled near the paint. His free throws appeared to force an overtime, but Thayer’s triple from the right wing was dead center. Thayer received the ball all alone in front of the Olivet bench with his back to the hoop, turned and looked up at the clock, which was changing from two seconds to one, turned and let it fly. Maple Valley coach Jerry Reese said that it wouldn’t have come down to that if his Lions made any kind of percentage of their free throws. “Free throws were definite­ ly the key,” he said. “We just 'icitu Darrel Stine hauls in a teammate's pass during Monday's 66-63 loss to S.M.A.A. rival Olivet. Stine lead all scorers with 21 points. tried to pound the ball inside on them, which we were able to do, but we couldn’t hit the free throws. You can’t come down and get nothing out of it that many times.” Maple Valley connected on just 18 of 37 free throws dur­ ing the game, including eight of 17 in the first halfwhen the tone of the game was set. Olivet trailed 18-16 after one quarter, but by halftime had taken a slim 32-30 lead. The Eagles knew they couldn’t win if they got into a track meet with the Lions like Friday, so they slowed the tempo. Maple Valley was able to wreak some havoc with its full court pressure throughout most of the second half, but Olivet came up with key of­ fensive rebounds and was able to stay in the game because the Lions fizzled at the line. “They got alot of offensive putbacks,” Reese said. “Sometimes the ball .just bounces that way. It came just over our fingertips.” Junior Darrel Stine, who along with Hoefler and Casteele was selected to the S.M.A.A. All-Conference squad, led all scorers with 21 points. Hoefler added 16 points and Casteele chipped in 11. Reese said that while the tough loss was hard to accept, he thought the season both a successful one and a fun one to be a part of. “We were pleased that we were able to accomplish our goal (the league tide),” he said. “These guys were a fun group to work with. They have been an exciting group from the seventh grade all the way up to this season, so they have recieved a tremendous amount of support from the community. I really ap­ preciate them. Groups like that come along only every once in awhile.” JV's end season on winning note CHOOSE0% INTERESTAND NO MONTHLY PAYMENTS UNTIL SEPTEMBER OF '91* OR $250 FACTORY DIRECT REBATE. March on in for the best deal on the best tractor around. • Powerful, long-life 20 hp Kohler "Magnum" twin-cylinder engine. • Hydrostatic transmission for infinitely variable speed selection. Change direction without clutching. • 60" mower is attached to exclusive double pivoting front axle; has full-width rear rollers. Floats and pivots over your lawn for a smooth, even cut. • Full-time power steering, extra-large drum-type brakes. • Dual brake pedals, and tight 26" turning radius for optimum maneuverability. • Available with a range of attachments for dozing, tilling, hauling, grass and leaf collection or snowblowing. *Available to qualified customers with required down payment. Easy monthly payments at competitive interest rates after September 1,1991. Offer ends March 31,1991. Must take delivery by April 15,1991. Ask us for details. © 1991 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. TROWBRIDGE’S Auto Parts & Service Center 130 S. Main, Vermontville • Phone 726-0569 OPEN: Monday-Friday 7 to 7; Saturday 8 to 5 The Maple Valley jayvee and pressure defense, trimm- called time-out with 4 seconds basketball team ended their ing the lead to 10 with about 2 left. Trowbridge inbounded season last week by splitting a minutes left. They then stole the ball to English who drove pair of games. On Tuesday three straight passes, cutting and shot with 2 seconds left night they traveled to Mid­ the lead to 4. but missed. Joel Butler was in dleville. The Trojans jumped Olivet then made the front perfect position for the re­ out to the early lead 15-10 at end of a one and one, but bound and threw in the winn­ the end ofone and 27-21 at the missed the second and Mike ing shot as the buzzer sounded half. Trowbridge grabbed the re­ making The final score 76-75. The Lions battled back in bound and threw the long pass Scott English led the Lions the second half to close the to Bryan Carpenter who laid with 14 points and Joel Butler gap to 44-41 at the end of in the shot to pull within 1 added 12 including the big three. They were then with 15 seconds left. The basket at the buzzer. Niki outscored 25-16 in the fourth Lions then fouled with 5 Grinage also added 10 points. to lose 69-57. seconds left and Olivet missed The jayvee’s end the season Scott English led the Lions the freethrow and the Lions at 7-13. with 16 points, while Joel Butler added 15 and Greg Gam chipped in 11. On Friday night the Liosn ended their season with a very exciting finish as they hosted the Eagles of Olivet. Olivet • PHONE • — HOURS — jumped out the early lead (517) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 18-14 at the end of one and 726-0519 M°nFXhrU 35-20 at the half. In the se­ cond half it seemed to be all COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK Olivet as they extended their and RUST REPAIR lead to 60-39 at the end of three. Discount for Cash Claims But in the fourth quarter the Lions turned it up a notch with Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml the help of the full-court press Fassett Body Shop �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1991 — Page 9 Fuller Elementary School receives National Lifetouch Studios grant J-Ad Graphics News Service Rose Dunham, kindergarten teacher at Fuller Street Elementary School, recently received a grant from Lifetouch National School Studios for $486.55. Dunham was one of 120 winners of 3,000 total ap­ plicants nationwide. Total funding for all 120 grants was $50,119.89. Dunham was awarded the Lifetouch Enrichment grant because of her proposal to en­ courage a stronger relation­ ship between family and school by setting up an “Alphabet Centers’’ program. Alphabet Centers are pro­ grams in which students learn to read through a hands-on approach. “We use real life objects to teach the alphabet,” said Dunham. “Studies have shown that students retain more information if they are taught with real objects and experiences.” The money will be used to purchase supplies for the centers. Examples z'r Engagements anuary of materials to be used are alphabet puzzles, alphabet matching cards, tactile letters, insect viewers, and Giant Step reading books. Lifetouch National School Studios, Minneapolis, Minn., has offered photographic ser­ vices to schools nationwide for more than half a century. Rose Dunham (left) and Prinicipals Nancy Potter of Fuller Street School recently received a Lifetouch Enrichment grant of $486.55 from Lifetouch National School Studios representative,* JoAnn Klok (right). The grant will be used to encourage a stronger relationship between family and school by providing "Alphabet Centers" program. larch. \pril lay lune iLiyust thr )dober November ’ecember ei$ I Montgomery Brainard to wed Mary Montgomery of Nashville and John Mon­ tgomery of Dresden, Tenn., are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa, to Bruce Brainard. Bruce is the son of Lavonne Brainard of Muir and the late William Brainard. Melissa is currently employed with the Internal Revenue Service in Grand Rapids. Bruce is employed with the Amway Corporation in Ada. A June 15 wedding is planned. .7: "2* J3 >■« SkljHi , r«« iBMi, ’** St Mt' > .■ sitwiiti 1»8 B El 13X9 l i»Mnh: it ■ c ■ EErtim ■Ik BU'iqO! t-XX x«'. »r fcoi r* i i:nw®! g*1 TI U ODBI AS3--HMIAS3OURN aINSURANCE agency !w 109 N. Main, Nashville *■* fg&ilE^t B * ilhjKBii 0 applesauce. Fuller St. School Wednesday, March 13 Tacos/chips, lettuce/cheese, trail mix, jelly sandwich. Thursday, March 14 Hotdog/bun, french fries, fruit jello, brownie. Friday, March 15 Chicken nuggets/dip, peas, cherry sauce, butter sandwich. Monday, March 18 Cheeseburger/bun, baked beans, fruit mix, Granola bar. Tuesday, March 19 Mini-sub/bun, lettuce/cheese, sweet potatoes, pears. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Wednesday, March 13 Hot dog on bun, potato rounds, cookies, trail mix. Thursday, March 14 Fiesta Stix w/cheese, potato chips, com, cherry cobbler. Friday, March 15 Chicken nuggets, dip, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and butter sandwich, Monday, March 18 Ravolli, com, rolls, peaches. Tuesday, March 19 Bar-B-Q Ribs on bun, mashed potatoes, peas, cherries. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Jr.-Sr. High School Wednesday, March 13 *Salad, *Pizza Soup, crackers, *Corn Dogs, pickles, apple rings, peanut butter sandwich. Thursday, March 14 *Salad, *Macaroni and cheese, *Hot Dog, french fries, peaches, rolls and but­ ter, salad bar. Friday, March 15 *Salad, *Pizza, com, pears. Monday, March 18 *Salad, *Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, apple, cookie, bread and butter. Tuesday, March 19 ♦Salad, * Lasagna, *Peanut butter sandwich, peas, plums, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white , or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. R.L. Hill Tax Service — 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE — • individual • Business • Farms welcome For appointment call Vermontville... 517-726-0282 Ask for Ricki or Linda Phone 852-2005 cinnamon namon Wednesday, March is && 9 a:.a0a0 m a.mm«. to 9 a:.a0a0 mp.mbm (b Come in for refreshments and register for prizes to be drawn at 9 p.m. Oak Telephone stand • Silk Floral / Arrangements • Clocks • dz Top Fllte Golf Balls • Fire Extinguisher • Smoke Alarm • And more 9 fes Agent Dick Tobias TT// L C has a variety of companies to cover your personalized needs: Free Auto & Home Quotes (w/no obiligation) • Mortgage vanlsher • individual and Croup Health ins. • supplemental Medicare Coverage commercial Coverages • Boat and Motorcycle EXPERIENCED IN FARMOWNER COVERAGE * S /i i I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1991 — Page 10 Summary CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING March 6, 199.1 Present: Board members: J. Cooley, J. Jarvie, L. Pixley, N. Rasey, W. Wilson. Also: M. Mead, C. Dwyer, R. Ohler, Z. Mead, D. Bellingar, C. Nystrum, O. Moore. Balances: Gen. Fund $36,286.68; Block Grant $19,244.55; Amb. Vot, $30,559.24; Fire Vot. $26,508.24; Twp. Imp. $56,148.04; PPC#1 $451.66; PPC#2 $83.55. Bills approved: General Fund: J.W. Cooley......... J. Jarvie............... W. Wilson............. Clerks Assoc........ Vil. of Nash........... Hast. Reminder... Dawn Hall............ Trust and Agency L. Pixley................ R. Frohlich............. (End of March payroll Consumers Pow ...162.32 $998.57 J.W. Ryan............ .2842.00 ...484.12 M. V. News......... .... 45.00 .... 90.00 J. Jarvie.............. .... 30.80 .. 10.00 Postmaster......... ...464.00 .... 15.88 N. Rasey............. ...90.00 .... 35.10 H.C. Bank........... ..607.12 ...58.19 Ml Bell.................. .... 27.10 .... 27.75 Hast. Banner ...... .. 24.50 ..465.51 L. Pixley............... .... 32.12 ..395.83 to complete fiscal year — J.W. Cooley 998.60; J. Jarvie 484.12; L. Pixley 465.52; N. Rasey 90.00; W. Wilson 90.00; R. Frohlich 395.84; State of Ml 273.18; H.C. Bank 607.12 + S.S. & Match S.S. for Deputy; Deputy $6.00/hr.; B. Grant Payroll: C. Barth 1406.63; H.C. Bank 654.00; State of Ml 277.11. Block Grant: Country House Interiors .... $686.20 Hastings City Bank gs...654.00 Eaton Co. Reg Deeds 22.00 Cheryl Barth............... 192.92 Cheryl Barth.............. Yoder Window......... Maple Valley News .1406.63 1940.00 ... 81.60 Presentations of information by D. Bellinger regar­ ding insurance, C. Dwyer regarding recycling, O. Moore regarding county business, Rasey and Mead regarding Cemetery Bid requirements. Action taken: 1. Accepted Cemetery Bid Requirements 2. Changed date and time of Annual meeting to March 30, 1:30 p.m. 3. Authorized scheduling Dust Control through Michigan Chloride approx, last week of May or first week of June. 4. Approved Farmland Agreement application for Raymond and Nola Jane Hickey. NOTICE Castleton Township accepting bids for contract for care and upkeep of Hosmer, Barryville and Stoney Point Cemeteries. Contact J. Jarvie, Box 715, Nashville or J. Cooley, 512 N. Main, Nashville for copy of Cemetery Bid Requirements. Bids to be received by Castleton Township Board, 98 S. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073, by April 1, 1991. Castleton Township reserves the right to accept or reject all bids. Eaton farmers attend 'Right-to-Farm' meeting About 25 Eaton County fanners attended an educa­ tional meeting sponsored by the Farm Bureau Promotion and Education Committee, Cooperative Extension Service and the Charlotte FFA chapter to learn about the Michigan Right to Farm Act. The act provides protection to farmers from nuisance lawsuits when they follow generally accepted agricultural and management practices. According to Kevin Kirk, Michigan Farm Bureau, livestock producers should be familiar with the guidelines that deal with runoff control; odor management; manure storage/treatment lagoons; and land application. Kirk emphasized certain management areas: • Recordkeeping: Good recordkeeping is the backbone of a good management plan. A prototype recordkeeping system is available from the Cooperative Extension Service. • Soil Testing: All fields should be sampled at least every two-three years (an­ nually preferred). • Manure Analysis: To determine the nutrient content of manure, analyze it for per­ cent dry matter, ammonium N, total N, P and K. The CES can provide information on collecting representative manure samples and where to send samples for analysis. • Surface Water Protec­ tion: Manure should not be applied to soils closer than 150 feet of surface waters or to areas subject to flooding unless manures are injected or surface-applied with im­ mediate incorporation and conservation practices are us­ ed to protect against runoff and erosion losses to surface waters. • Equipment Calibration: Manure application equip­ ment must be calibrated to use leadership Eaton’ project has nineteen graduates Leonard Peters, chair ofthe Eaton County Commissioners was on hand March 12 to pre­ sent 19 Eaton County adults certificates ofachievement for their personal commitment in leadership development and public policy education. The Leadership Eaton pro­ ject, sponsored by the Eaton Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice through grant money from the Kellogg Foundation, GENERAL ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General Election will be held in the VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, STATE OF MICHIGAN at THE VILLAGE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 204 NORTH MAIN STREET within said Village on... MARCH 11, 1991 For the purpose of voting for the election of the following officers VIZ: (1) Village Trustee * 1 Year Term (3) Village Trustees * 2 Year Terms NOTICE RELATIVE TO OPENING AND CLOSING OF THE POLLS Election Law, Act 116, P.A. 1954 S 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 evening, and not longer Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the closing thereof shall be allowed to vote. THE POLLS FOR THE SAID ELECTION WILL BE OPEN FROM 7 O’CLOCK A.M. AND REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 8 O’CLOCK P.M., OF THE SAME ELECTION DAY ___ manure nutrients efficiently, to reduce fertilizer costs and to minimize pollution. The CES has information on how to calibrate your manure spreader. Kurt Thelen, Michigan Department of Agriculture, explained that farmers who are in compliance with the Right to Farm Act are exempt from the Air Pollution Control Act, the Groundwater Act and the new Polluters Pay regula­ tion. According to Thelen, 40 percent of the complaints received at the MDA are about swine operations. Cass County, the number one swine-on-pasture county in the state is one area where numerous complaints have been filed. Other “hot spots” include Allegan County and the greater Grand Rapids area. In Eaton County only four complaints have been filed. Thelen concluded by advis­ ing farmers not to pollute, be a good neighbor, be prepared to defend your operation with good records documenting generally accepted agricultural and management practices. Area livestock producers also provided advice for farmers at the meeting. Kevin Jackson, Sunfield, suggested not spreading manure oh weekends and holidays when non-farming neighbors may be home. Sid Murphy from Olivet, encouraged being a good neighbor by sharing farm pro­ duce, giving hunting rights to the farm, plowing snow in the winter and gardens in the spr­ ing and informing neighbors when you plan to haul manure. Dave Ballard from Eaton Rapids explained the odor control advantages of injec­ ting manure and adopting other new technology. Ballard also discussed the importance of keeping manure off the roads; on his family farm they Rose Heaton, Village Clerk offered classes in conducting effective meetings, active listening skills, identification of personal leadership styles and development of negotiating skills and others. Combined with the leader­ ship skill classes were seminars on the critical public policy issues; Managed Growth, Ground Water Quali­ ty and Solid Waste Concerns, Governmental Services For A Changing Population and Substance Abuse. Those in the project com­ mitted themselves to 30 to 35 hours of training starting in October 1990 to March 1991. Those honored were Al Blakemore of Olivet, Joseph Brehler of Delta Township, Margery Briggs-Judd, Dani Butler, Tim Hoshal, Martha Neilsen, Ray Normington, Susan Stein, Matt White and Mardelle Weymouth of Grand Ledge; Claudia Brown, Kathy DeGrow, Kathy Gaines, Fa­ bian Knizacky and Peter Tierney of Eaton Rapids; Jim Elsesser, Theresa Spagnuolo—Malcuit and Gail Williams of Charlotte and Denise Parisian of Dimondale. GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Advertise with classifieds in The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. have constructed a lane to minimize travel on public roads. For a copy of the Michigan Right to Farm Act and the livestock waste management guidelines, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Exten­ sion Service, 126 N. Bostwick, Charlotte, 48813-1497 (phone: 517-543-2310 or 372-5594). BODY TALK” By Michael N. Callton, D.C. Don't ignore whiplash injuries Fictional Scenario: Mrs. Brady had just dropped off her youngest son, Bobby, at the Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. Preparing to turn left into town, she halts at the stop sign, waiting for traffic to clear. Suddenly she feels a big jolt as her car is back ended by an old pickup truck driven by Jeff, a good guy with a lot of problems. Pulling into the Mobile station, Mrs. Brady and Jeff inspect their vehicles, noting that the damage is minimal. They both agree that they don’t want to deal with insurance hassles and a police report so they decide that Vic will pay Mrs. Brady cash for her rear bumper damage. The next day Mrs. Brady has severe neck pain with a headache. Her fingers feel numb and sometimes tingle, like needles and pins. She then calls her chiropractor for help. This is a typical whiplash injury story, although exact details and symptoms are varied. The rapid forward and backward motion ofthe head and neck actually “whip” the neck, tearing muscles and ligaments while knocking bones out of place. Typical symptoms include neck pain or stiffness, headaches and arm pain, numbness or tingling. Often one does not notice symptoms for several days after the injury, when the inflam­ mation sets in an nerves are pinched. X-rays of the neck demonstrate reversal of the normal neck curve. Treatment varies between medical doctors and chiroprac­ tors. An M.D. might prescribe medications such as pain killers, antiimflamatories or muscle relaxants. He might also send the patient to physical therapy or another specialist if the problem persists. At our chiropractic office in Nashville, we first use a cold pack to help control imflammation and muscle massage to relieve neck spasms. Once the neck is ready, gentle neck manipulation is used to bring back the normal neck curve. Without a normal curve, a whiplashed neck will continue to have stiffness, pain and headaches which may come and go for many years. Neck traction, immobilization and special neck exercises are also used for complete healing and stablization of the injured neck curve. Whether a chiropractor or M.D. is consulted is not as impor­ tant as the decision to seek professional care for whiplash in­ juries, because problems can persist for a lifetime if left untreated. I’ve seen patients who still get headaches 30 years after a car accident, which could have been avoided if they would have sought help sooner. Just remember, your car damage can be bumped out or totaled out. But you must take care ofyour injured body, it can’t be replaced. Castleton Township ANNUAL MEETING Sat., March 30 • 1:30 p.m. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP HALL Public hearing on proposed budget. Copy of proposed budget may be obtained from treasurer or clerk. �Top raffle ticket sellers at Fuller Street are awarded special prizes OPEN HOUSE March 13 - 14 - 15 CIBA See Funk’s G G Karl Forel I Seeds, Inc YOUR COMPLETE AGRI-SERVICE CENTER Seeds • Chemicals • Profit Inputs 5858 N. Cochran Rd., Charlotte - 543-2672 Seed Savings Days March 13 -14 -15 Winners of the Fuller Kellogg School carnival raffle ticket sales were (from left) first place, Rachel Sears; second place, Darwin Cheeseman and third place, Ronald Beard. The top raffle ticket sellers for the Parent Teacher Organization “Wide World of Sports” carnival were an­ nounced Friday morning. The first-place winner was Rachel Sears, who sold 280 raffle tickets and won a pink bean bag chair and 20 free carnival tickets. Second-place winner was Darwin Cheeseman, who sold 72 tickets. He won a basket­ ball and 15 free carnival tickets. Third place winner was Ronald Beard, who sold 40 tickets. He won a sports calculator and 10 free tickets. Students who sold at least 20 raffle tickets were awarded four free carnival tickets. ■■■■■" "............................................ CIBA-GEI GEIGY Seed Division They were Shaun Engle (29), Jessica Craven (24), Philicia West (30), David Rumsey (20), Samanantha McIntyre (36), Tim Rumsey (20), Troy Shelton (36) and Jessica McIntyre (36). Proceeds from the raffle ticket sales will go to support the PTO. Funk’s G' vw»- 0 During Seed Savings Days Only! B Funk’s G’ lirWMii|^ tai taatas^folnj iMititinKtaili w kteenttrifiiii Out of state exhange planned by 4-Hers Giles County Tennessee, Pine County Minnesota, Ozaukee County Wisconsin, and any number of other countries are waiting to be discovered. Anyone interested in par­ ticipating in an interstate ex­ change, there will be an infor­ mational meeting on Thurs­ day, March 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the 4-H Building Auditorium. The group would travel to the participating county for a week-long visit late June or early July 1991. Approx­ imately 15 to 20 youths ages 13 to 19, and two to three adults would go. During the summer of 1992, Eaton Coun­ ty would be host for the par­ ticipating county for approx­ imately the same time and EfiESkUOS 1^,11 fctaitetapiiity tnllkijWiW rggsfai®®^ ■rS Vermontville Hardware YOUR FULL SERVICE HARDWARE: • Pipe Treading • Key Cutting • Screen & Storm Repair Service • Glass Cutting • Paint Mixed • Saw Sharpening • Softener Salt • Full Line of Grade S Bolts • Faucet Repair Doug and Julie Durkee VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 South Main Street Vermontville, Michigan Open: Mon.*Fri. 8:30*6:00 Sat. 8:30-5; OPENING SUNDAYS Beginning APRIL 7 726-1121 COB0 ALL ALFALFAS and MIAMI MIX ?5> I VOLUME DISCOUNTS ■units SAVE! 1-9 10-24 25-49 50-79 4% 4% OFF 9% 10% for orders ■ ■ ■ (Alfalfa Clover Plowdown) Extension offers info on coping with unemployment Losing income is traumatic, whether you lose your entire family income or a second income. Is there anything you can do to ease the burden of such a crises? Definitely, Yes! The Cooperative Extension Service in Eaton, Ingham and Clinton counties have compil­ ed a set of information on "How to Deal Financially With Unemployment” plus “How to Handle The Per­ sonal Emotional Fallout Dur­ ing Unemployment.” To receive this free infor­ mation send your name and address to Eaton Cooprative Extension Service, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte, 48813, and request unemploy­ ment information. 8% for cash During Seed Savings Days Only! FREE GIFTS Mugs Mugs -- Coats Coats -- Gloves Gloves Vests - Tools - Gauges Cards - Sweatshirts J For Savings Days Only! FREE Coffee and Rolls HYBRID *$q25e75 Cargill Corn Seed All Discounts Included 9° Golden Harvest CERTIFIED SOYBEAN SEED Golden Harvest Early Order Discount 50* Save ’1 EE per bag Cash Discount 50* During Seed Savings Days Only! PRIVATE VARIETIES H-1170, H-1233, H-1285 H-1290, EXP. 256, Etc. Golden Harvest PLUS VOLUME DISCOUNTS Discounts 10* per unit 50-74 20* per unit 75-100 30* per unit 100-199 40* per unit 200 plus 50* per unit Good anytime while supplies last For Sale Ml Richard R. Cobb, owner - duration. The group would plan fund­ raising campaigns, travel op­ tions and sightseeing trips, as well as matching kids with host families. 8%otr; FOR CASH ■ Corn Orders Corn Seed '’p toeiaeisi onTtl 12x24 ABOVE GROUND Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • 11/4” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available Swimming Pool, 4’ deep, in excellent condition. Many extras, asking $500.00. 517-726-1310. 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Hot New H-2331 Available (limited amount) TOOLS Air Compressors, Air Tools, Air Accessories, Socket Sets, Power Tools, Auto Equipment, Body Tools, Wood Working Equipment, Tool Boxes & Cabinets, Drill Press and Accessories, Vises, Fans. 2^ C * W 726-0377 Golden Harvest Full Line of Seed Corn at SpecialSeed Savings Days Prices tool sales GHURH WtRCHMDISl 3 Miles Noth of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 Less 5% FOR CASH I ™ During During Seed Seed Savings Days S **S.» f7 101 SAVE THIS NUMBER FOR WINTER WHEAT SEED Karl Forell Seeds,,. Inc. - 543-2672 — �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1991 — Page 12 Parents, students enjoy PTO annual carnival at Fuller Elementary J-Ad Graphics News Service Parents and students alike flocked to Fuller Street Elementary School last Friday evening to attend the Parent Teacher Organization “Wide World of Sports” carnival. There were many games, such as a cake walk, softball toss, ring toss, elephant game, golf, fishing, duck pond and many more. There also was plenty of food to eat, such as pizza, popcorn, hot dogs and cotton candy. Prior to carnival night, students sold raffle tickets for a variety of prizes. At the end of the evening, names were drawn to determine the win­ ners of the raffle. First place for the adult raf­ fle went to David Lan­ caster of Nashville, who won four Detroit Tiger tickets and $50 spending money. Second place went to Chris Mclntrye The object of this game is to throw a peanut into the elephant’s trunk to win a Children pick up a plastic duck and see what number is on the bottom. Prizes are given to matching numbers. licensed and insured, 30 years estimates. 543-1002. experience. 852-9300 after 4pm. HASTINGS BANNER Nashville. subscriptions. Phone 948-8051. GET A WHALE OF A DEAL ON: Lawn Tractors! Lawn & Garden Tractors! Garden Tractors! Mowers! Riding Mowers! Chipper/ Shredders! Tillers! 12 HP CRUISMATIC® LAWN TRACTOR * Local Singer Songwriter... LEO HINE 16 HP HYDROSTATIC 18 HP CRUISEMATIC •2599.00* 14 HP CRUISEMATIC ‘1749.00* 14 HP HYDROSTATIC ‘2199.00*...................... 14 HP CRUISEMATIC, 4-WHEEL STEERING $1329”” $1329 Freight and Prop Additional PER MONTH •1799.00*...................... ‘2599.00*...................... $71 PER MONTH S71 $48 60 PER MONTH PER MONTH PER MONTH •2199.00*...................... PER MONTH 18 HP ZERO-TURN RADIUS •‘5095.00 PER MONTH $138 FREIGHT AND PREP ADDITIONAL pot pot momo Maple Valley Implement, Inc Phone (517) 852-1910 nappy avtn Anniversary to Violetta and Stanley Hansen fij ^on March 15 from your famil SALE ENDS MAY 31, 1991 738 E. Sherman St., Nashville, Ml 49073 has record on sale at Boomtown Hastings WHITE Anyone wishing to send cards, they may do so by sending them 06 Lentz St., Apt. 102 Nashville, Ml 49073 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1991 __Page 13 For Sale Automotive 1979 GMC VAN Air, tilt, cruise, good condition, S2200 or B/O. 517-726-0002. National Ads Barry County Extension Calendar of Events GOVERNMENT SEIZED Vehicles from S100. Fords. Mercedes. Corvettes. Chevys. Surplus. Buyers Guide. (1) 805 962-8000 Ext. S-6574. HOME WORK: spare time. Paint lovely miniature toys, earn $20 set. No experiencee necessary, and no investment required. Fun for the whole family. Amazing recorded message reveals details. Call anytime 1-900-226-0086. HOSPITAL JOBS: start S6.80/hr, your area. No experi­ ence necessary. For information call 1-900-226-9399 ext. 1885, 6am-8pm 7 days. $12.95 phone fee. Community Notices Spin the wheel and see where it lands! Everyone wins something at this popular game. The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin,, sex or handicap: March 13 - 1990 Farm Bill Provisions and Crop Program Decisions 1-5 p.m., at the Expo Center, Fairgrounds. March 13 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m. Hope Township Hall. March 15-17 - 4-H Dairy Conference, Kellogg Biological Sta­ tion, Hickory Corners. March 15-17 - 4-H Lifestyles workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 16 - State 4-H Rabbit and Cavy Show, MSU. Mach 20 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. March 21 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m.. Ex­ po Center, Fairgrounds, Hastings. March 22-23 - 4-H Clowning Workshop, Kettunen Center. Tustin. AA/AL-ANON: Meetings at St. " yr“il s C-hurc-h T-uesdayss at C 8:00pm. Lincoln program planned at Open House on March 21 The Vermontville Historical Society will spon­ sor “The Many Faces of Lin­ coln” by Mike Hook at the recently renovated Opera House at 7:30 p.m., Thurs­ day, March 21. Hook, an avid student of history, is a graduate of Hastings High School and is known throughout the area for his travels and research in pursuit of knowledge into the many phases of Lincoln’s life. He is a member of the Lin­ coln Fellowship of Wisconsin and the Lincoln Group of Il­ linois of Illinois Benedictine College. A spokesperson for the Historical Society said, “This event holds much interest, for it not only promises to be a unique program but it is one of the first major events to be held in the restored Opera House.” The Historical Society urges all interested friends to attend. There will be an op­ portunity to contribute to a freewill offering. After reimbursing the speaker, all money will be turned over to the Opera House Steering Committee. DELIVERED TO 19,000 HOMES ALL OVER BARRY COUNTY PHOTO WANT ADS Petitions available for LCC Board wiwik. ittoO-mi Oax al • it ioiiKffl iitat Players toss the ball and try to win at Ball Bingo. CONSTHCnOS |.j|1«l rase. au'ciSSS M MfaWtsife II® gtoSJ#__ *«ES» J***1 Real Estate EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Jobs Wanted school breaks are almost here. I have openings in my licensed daycare home. Meals and snacks included, call anytime. 852-1639. #FH0800908. Farm WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK RICHARD J. EWING OWNER GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Chan­ nel Catfish, Perch, and Fathead Minnows. LAGGIS’ FISH FARM, INC., 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI 49055, Ph. (616)628-2056 days (616)624-6215 evenings. HAY AND STRAW for sale, (75) 6501b bales, first cutting alfalfa, (88) 7501b bales, second cutting alfalfa, 1600 square bales of straw all stored inside, also, 30 round bales first cutting alfal­ fa grass hay from covered outdoor stack, some rain. Call 852-9625 or 852-9271, possible delivery locally.____________ Miscellaneous GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE that room at affordable prices, $ 1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet's, 2154 Gun Lake Rd. (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available (616) 948-8334. 0,9 NOW SPRING AND SUMMER FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies Sell your items visually in our classifieds. wooded land on paved road, in Caledonia Township, soil tested, ready to build on. 795-2542. 4” to 12” WELLS We stock a complete line of... 528 N. Capitol. Persons interested in par­ ticipating in the board race must be a registered voter, a resident of the LCC service district and be at least 18 years of age. Petitions must have at least 50 signatures but not more than 200 signatures. For more information con­ tact Dr. Jacqueline D. Taylor, administrative secretary to the board, at (517) 483-1963. LAND FOR SALE: 2.5 rolling SALES & SERVICE • Residential • Commercial • Farm Petitions are available for three six-year terms on the Lansing Community College Board of Trustees. Current seats expire June 30. Candidates who want to be placed on the June 10 ballot have until 4 p.m. April 8 to submit a petition. Applications are available from the office of the ad­ ministrative secretary to the Board of Trustees, located at ONLY... ■ W ™NXED SPECIAL this week, FREE PHOTO! Vermontville artist donates painting to Pennock Hospital Pictured above is Pennock Hospital Chaplain Cathy Vessecchia with local artist Marilyn Wright of Ver­ montville. The two are holding a painting by Wright of a house which used to sit three miles east of Vermont­ ville, and burned to the ground in the early 1960s. The painting is being donated to the newly remodeled and nearly completed Pennock Hospital Chapel, which has been relocated to the first floor of the hospital for easier access to patients and families. The Pennock Hospital chaplaincy program is seeking donations for the completion of the chapel for a stained glass win­ dow and a sofa. For more information about the new chapel or the Pennock Hospital chaplaincy program, call Vessecchia, or Tom Kaufman, director of public affairs, at 945-3451. Let prospective buyers see what you have to sell! You’ll save time on needless phone inquiries. You’ll get faster results and all for one low price when you place a photo want ad. One item per ad. More than one item can be listed only if they are related, such as: car and trailer. All ads must be paid for in advance. Sell your... Car, Truck, Trailer, Motorhome, Bicycle, Motorcycle, Horse, Tractor, Boat, Airplane ...Just About Anything. Call 945-9554 �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1991 — Page 14 Area wrestlers place at Okemos tournament There were nine Maple Valley area boys who receiv­ ed medals at the Okemos Freestyle Wrestling tourna­ ment on Saturday, March 9th. In age group 8 years and under Zackary Trumble plac­ ed first and Matt Thome plac- ed second. In the 9 and 10 year old age group Christopher Magoon and Jeff Jones received second place medals while Tim Wawiemia and Kyle Lackscheide receiv­ ed fourth place medals. Ryan Elliston, Tyler Robins and Trevor Wawiemia medaled in third place in the 11 and 12 year old group. Nick Garza and Scott Her­ man took 1st places in Harper Creek in 11 and 12 year olds while Tony Appleman placed fourth in Greenville in the 13 and 14 year old group. A total of 17 boys from this area wrestle freestyle in the Charlotte Wrestling Club. Tony Appleman is a member ofthe Lakewood clubs. These teams will be traveling to Ionia High School on March 16th with wrestling starting at 10 a.m. Get in on the good times with our * Indicates all A’s. 7th Grade Samantha Ashley, *Ethan Berry, *Keisha Braurer, Amanda Bryans, Josh Cerny, Delisa Cortright, Charnell Ellison, *Jessica Fawley, Lucas Forquer, Riley Fowler, Kerri Gibson. ♦Andy Gordon, *Derek Graham, Corin Guernsey, Scott Heyboer, *Jody Hickey, ♦Tracy Hickey, Zach Histed, Jay Hokanson, Brian Hopkins, Crystal Hubka, Hope Hughes, *Pete Kelleopurey, Nichole Kirwin, Nicole Kraai, Lindsey Krolik, Becky Mason, Sarah Mater. ♦Katie McDougal, Tony Mead, Travis Melvin, *Kelly Mengyan, Richard Monroe, Sara Parish, Damon Patrick, Kristi Priddy, *Justine Quick, ♦Nicole Reid, Patrick Robins, Chris Robinson, Chad Rogers. Heather Shipman, Julie Skelton, Leah Sleeper, ♦ Bradley Smock, Amber Snoeyink, Jacob Snow; Amanda Starnes, Andy Swartz, Becky Veder, Tara Whipple. 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Special Club Events such as luncheons, theater par­ ties, seminars and day trips. • Personal assistance by bank officers with money management questions Free accidental death insurance of $50,000 or more covering travel on any common carrier. • No annual fee MasterCard or VISA credit card.* • Free bank by mail envelopes. • Attractive car rental discounts at Hertz and Avis. Special discounts at local area merchants. Your HORIZONS CLUB membership card is your pass­ port to all these benefits and more. And all you need to do to enroll is fill out the application form included in this folder and bring It in to any Hastings City Bank office. That’s all there Is to it. Discount on eyewear with a SPECS card at Sears and Montgomery Ward. A free personal estate consultation. • Monthly newsletter with Information of special Inter­ So come Join the club) We're looking forward to welcoming you as a member. est to you, plus news of upcoming trips and events. • 20% discount on any size safe deposit box. • Free Money Orders. I-- OFFICES IN... HASTINGS I | | | Horizons Club Director Hastings City Bank 150 West Court St. Hastings, Ml 49058 - I Please send me information and an enrollment form lor your HORIZONS Club. MIDDLEVILLE i NASHVILLE CALEDONIA I | j | ADDRESS । cit | STATE [ ZIP । PHONE NUMBER I ESTABLISHED 1886 MEMBER FDIC Donita Aseltine, John Baker, Nicole Beardslee, Brian Bennett, Dena Bignail, Rhonda Brown, Andrew Cole, Sara Conroy, Jason Cook, John Declarli, Faith Dempsey. Nate Dipert, Richard Dunham, Angela Gardner, Mindy Garvey, Travis Graham, Ryan Gusey, *Robin Hale, Sean Haley, *Dana Hasselback, Shannon Hoff­ man, Shane Howard, *Andrea Hubka, Billiejean Jarman, Suzan Koch. Sarah Leep, Matthew Mace, Jodi Mazurek, ♦Jen­ nifer Mittelstaedt, Gracie Pena, *Jeff Pennington, Heather Philipp, Gabe Prid­ dy, Jennifer Ripely, Jim Skelton, Kristy Smith, Joyelle Stine, *Holly Taylor, Rachel Thompson, Jason Vandervlucht, Tony Vandervlucht, *Brandy Wawiemia, Matt Williams. 9th Grade NAME BELLEVUE Three players who led Maple Valley to it’s second straight S.M.A.A. basketball title have been selected to the all-conference team. The squad, selected by league coaches, includes seniors Jason Hoefler and Scott Casteele, and junior Darrel Stine. The Lions were the only team in the league to have three members on the first team. Senior Dan Franks was awarded honorable mention, while Travis Hokanson recieved special mention. Maple Valley tied with Pennfield atop the league stan­ dings with a 8-2 record, one game ahead of third-place Bronson. The Lions were 14-7 overall on the season. M.V. Jr. - Sr. High 'honor roll' rizons • HORIZONS CLUB membership card. Three Lion eagers head all SMAA League team I Christina Bigelow, Stephanie Bouwens, Joshua Bowers, Jeff Burpee, Retha Byrd, Virginia Coblentz, Cheryl Conkey, Lora Emery, Jaime Gibson, Alicia Golovich, Leslie Gould, Todd Guernsey, Jason Harmon. Stacy Harvey, Tim Hass, Stacey Hawblitz, Sara Ki­ nyon, Justin Lake, Daniel Martin, Jennifer McArthur, Melissa Melvin, Lisa Met­ zger, *Chris Miller, Jon Mit­ chell, *Ben Mudry, *Rudy Othmer, Dwight Peebles, Cindy Potter, Daniel Rasey, Kimberly Ripley, William Rooks, Miriam Schantz, Cheri Sessions. Julie Stair, Brent Stine, Justin Thrun, Shawn Vanderhoff, Stephanie Wakley, Debra White, Lisa Wood. 10th Grade Aymie Alderink, Cassie Appel, Dean Beardslee, Lentz Becraft, *Kyle Booher, Mat- thew Bowen, Tanya Bowen, ♦Joel Butler, Bryan Carpenter, Lori Carpenter, Barbara Claypool, Chris Cooley, Kelly Eastman. ♦Dan Finkler, Gregory Garn, Michelle Gidner, Natallie Haeck, Tony Hansen, Dustin Hass, Steve Hopkins, Julie Huckendubler, Heather Hughes, Samantha Hughes, Seth Kangas, Kissandra Mathews, Carl Mazurek. Chris McManamey, Kathy Morgan, KyleNeff, Robert Ripley, Renee Rosin, April Sears, Becky Shapley, Mindy Shoup, Aaron Smith, Jeremy Smith, Jesse Snow, Tom Snyder, Angela Tobias, Mike Trowbridge. 11th Grade Paul Adrianson, Steven Ainsworth, Cabe Allen, Scott Armour, Michelle Baker, ♦Janet Boldrey, Jason By­ ington, Jason Carpenter, ♦Rachelle Cheeseman, Joy Christensen, *Mickey Col­ lier, Sara DeGroot, Terry Dempsey, *Renee Dingman, Jim Edinger, ♦Kelly Endsley, Tim Ferrier, *Matt Gates, Melissa Gillean. ♦Donna Green, Holli Hale, Kandy Hart, Brice Hasselback, Kelly Hickey-, Patricia Hill, Tracy Hughes, Rebecca Jensen, Tracy Kangas, Maria Kirchhoff, Vicky Koch, Dianna Mahoney. Corey Mettler, Chris Mudry, *Chris Musser, Matt .Nehmer, Janet Pool, Jerry Reese, Mindy Reid, Jeremy Reynolds, Carrie Root, ♦Dawn Root, Amy Roscoe, Vikki Slocum, *Darrel Stine, ♦Leigh Stine, Craig Swanson, Dayton Walker, *Kirk Warner, Jacob Williams. 12th Grade Almu Amador, Tammy Ashley, Angel Beardslee, Paulien Bollinger, Matthew Brewer, Derek Brown, Emily Butler, Kevin Cheeseman, Josh Clifford, *Dana Cole, John Crane, Kristin Dean, ♦Jody DeGroot, Tim Edinger, Janice Eltzroth, Beth Ewing, Angela Felder, Sheryl Finkler, Cindy Furling, An­ drea Gardner, Mindy Gam. Anna Goodrich, *Michele Gordon, Mike Gusey, Brent Haag, Janel Hansen, Jason Hoefler, Travis Hokanson, ♦Debra Joostberns, Jeff Laverty, *Helena Lehman, James Lewis, *Nathan Lind­ sey, *Lisa Long, Dan Lund­ quist, *Angei Madison. Ruth Marshall, Michael Martin, Michelle McClure, Darla McGhan, Shannon McLaughlin, Tina Moccardine, Jeff Moore, Jody Olmstead, Kayli Orman, ♦Dawn Othmer, Brian Pion, Lisa Planck, Terry Platte, Amy Rasey. Christine Rash, Timothy Reed, Kristin Reid, *Bill Reynolds, Andy Robotham, ♦Ryan Rosin, Levi Schantz, Angela Shook, Sarah Simp­ son, Tara Smith, *Tina Snedegar, *Jennifer Swartz, Gary Thatcher, Andy True, ♦Kim Tutt, Nikki Wood, Ran­ di Wright, *Tina Yost. �% Your 24 Hour Classified Placement and Information Line FROM A VOICE ।COMMUNICATION SERVICE OF J-AD GRAPHICS INC. You can PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in any of the eight J-Ad Graphics publications seven-days-a-week, 24 hours-a-day... □ Reminder □ Advisor (Marshall) □ Lakewood News □ Maple Valley News □ Weekender □ Shopper (Battle Creek) □ Sun & News □ Banner 948’4450 ... by Calling To place a classified ad after dialing the phone number above press ffl on your TOUCH-TONE PHONE! 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O Please recite your ad just as you would like it to be read in the paper. (When finished press the star key.) Your ad will be billed directly to your home unless you specify to charge to your VISA or Master Card. Please indicate which card, the number and the ex­ piration date. (When finished press the star key.)) o If you pause for three seconds more the program will automatic ly proceed to the next questioi Use this form to fill out your ad. Be sure to have it ready before you dial CLASSIFIED 24. ad to RUN IN WHICH JPAPER(S) □ Weekender □ Shopper □ Reminder □ Advisor PHONE NUMBER (Marshall) □ Lakewood News □ Maple Valley News FULL (Battle Creek) □ Sun & News SPELL OUT YOUR LAST NAME ® -ADOPESS, STBEfcl, BOX, «W. ZIP. ™thVpaper p . NO. UNDERWHIH CLASSIFICATION L SHOULD YOUR AD APPEAR? • For Sate • Oarage Sale • Card ot Thanks . Buaineaa Sendees . Jobs Wanted . Miscellaneous • Wanted . 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Old Orchard Apple Juice _7a9e' We Offer Savings EVERYDAY! � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-03-19.pdf 4f93e91099bee9f3d794cd008f1b28b2 PDF Text Text Pub I ic Library hurch Street , MI. 49058 -0 -.rt 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. 119 - No. 34 — Tuesday, March 19, 1991 School Board approves underground storage tank pollution testing by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Two underground fuel storage tanks soon will undergo pollution testing at Maple Valley’s school bus garage at Nashville. The testing, mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency, was authorized by the Board of Education Mon­ day, March 11. The computer-aided hydrostatic tests will cost about $400 per tank, accor­ ding to Pat Powers, who is ac­ ting as transportation super­ visor in the absence of Gerald Aldrich. The two 1,000-gallon tanks were in­ stalled sometime around 1965 and are the oldest of the district’s five underground fuel storage tanks. There also is a 10,000-gallon tank at Nashville, plus one that size at Vermontville and another 2,000-gallon unit there. All three of these were install about 1982, according to a report Powers submitted to the school board in January. In addition to the EPAmandated testing of the two older tanks, all five units will be outfitted with spill and overfill protection. “The three tanks that were installed in 1982 have until 1993 to be tank tightness tested for leaks,” Powers ad­ vised the board. Board President William Flower suggested that it would be wise to install spill and overfill protection on all five tanks immediately. “They should all be (made) code-compliant now,” said Flowers. The board concurred and gave approval for the project. Flowers added that most of the protection system installa­ tion consists of labor and can be done by the local maintenance staff. He noted that preventative measures would be far less costly than the clean-up procedure, should one of the tanks develop a leak. According to EPA guidelines, by December 1998 all underground storage tanks must have leak detecting devices, corrosion protection, and spill and overfill preven­ tion. And they must undergo annual tank tightness tests. One of the options con­ sidered by the board at its January meeting was eventual elimination of all existing tanks and installation of a See School Board, page 3 Nashville vote turnout light; incumbents all re-elected J-Ad Graphics News Service Nashville voters had a chance to be part of local history last week, but few took advantage of the opportunity. Turnout was very light at Monday’s general election, the first such election to be conducted on voting machines. All previous Nashville village elections have been on paper ballots. Only 31 of Nashville’s ap­ proximately 1,000 registered voters cast ballots in the un- Nashville village treasurer Lois Elliston (left) prepares to cast her ballot last Monday on one of the voting machines used for the first time in a Nashville village election. With her is Dorothy Betts, local elec­ tion inspector, who received training in operation of the machines several days prior to the election. contested race to fill four trustee seats on the village council. And four of the 31 ballots were absentee. Elected Monday to twoyear terms to seats they cur­ rently hold by appointment were Democrat Carol Jones Dwyer and Republican Charles L. (“Chip”) Smith. Each received 22 votes. Republican Richard Chaffee, Jr., also currently serving byy, appointment, received 23 votes for election to a oneyear term. Incumbent Republican Suzanne L. VanDerske was returned to office for a two-year term by 18 votes. Two write-in votes were registered under the Republican slate, both for Sidney Green. He received one vote for the one-year term, and one for a two-year term. Nashville purchased used voting machines last July from Kalamazoo County for a total of $225, including delivery. Initially the village had plann­ ed to buy only one machine, but later learned that election laws require one machine for every 599 registered voters. The second machine also pro­ vides backup in case of breakdown of one unit during an election. Local officials decided to convert to the voting machine method for economic reasons. Cost of printing paper ballots used in die past has run about $500 per election. Donald Sopjes of Double­ day Bros, of Kalamazoo was in town a few days before last week’s election to help local officials set up the machines and to offer instruction in their operation. Vermontville Council wrestles with M,800 in water tank repair woes by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Was it the great water tank “rip-off” or merely a misunderstanding? Vermontville village of­ ficials debated that question at a specially-called meeting last Wednesday evening. The problem stems from a $4,800 charge by Pittsburg Tank & Tower Company Inc. of Henderson, Ky., for little over two hours work on Ver­ montville’s 65,000-gallon municipal water tank last December. The village paid the bill Dec. 11, immediately upon completion ofthe job by a three-man crew. It was understood then that the village would be reimburs­ ed by Vermontville’s municipal insurance carrier under Michigan Consulting Managers (MCM) Group Inc. A letter faxed to Vermonvtille by MCM Dec. 10 con­ firmed that Great Lakes Claim Service, provider for MCM, would pay for repairs done by Pittsburg Tank & Tower to the municipal water tower “due to wind damage.” The village was to be responsible for a $100 deductible. “Wind damage” appears to be the key to who will finally foot the bill. Village Clerk Sharon Vermontville's towering municipal water tank is at the center of a $4,800 controversy. See Vermontville, page 2 Nashville Council debates new pay scale for part-time officers by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A need to tighten the municipal budget has pro­ mpted Nashville officials to consider slashing the rate of hourly pay offered to part­ time police officers. A lively discussion of the matter occurred at last Thurs­ day’s council meeting. Nashville now has two part­ time officers to complement its full-time force of two. The part-timers work a total of 16 hours per week, and now are paid $8 per hour with no benefits other than the provi­ sion of uniforms and required physical exams. The part­ timers reach their pay level by a graduated scale, which com­ mences at $4 per hour, pro­ gresses first to $6, then $8. Ted Spoelstra, president pro tern of the council and head of the police committee, recommends cutting the scale back to a straight $6 per hour. Spoelstra said he is not im­ plying that part-time officers are not worth $8 per hour, but said that $6 is “all we can afford.” “This is a training ground for them; they go on to better jobs,” added Spoelstra. Nashville is a stepping stone for them.” When asked by Spoelstra to comment on the matter, Sgt. Gene Koetje, acting chief, said he personally does not feel the part-timers are being overpaid. “Both have associate degrees in criminal justice and both are certified police of­ ficers,” noted Koetje. Council Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer, who serves on the police committee with Spoelstra, said she favors cut­ ting down on hours worked rather than cutting hourly pay. “Eight dollars (per hour) is maybe a lot more accurate reflection of the responsiblity we ask (an officer) to bear,” commented Dwyer. She pointed out that on April 1 the federal minimum hourly wage will jump to $4.25. Dwyer also noted that with the tightening economy, part-time officers may have fewer options to move on to better jobs. Trustee Sue VanDerske agreed: “Eight dollars isn’t much if you’re getting no benefits.” “The whole thing is because of tight money, that’s the name of the game,” countered Spoelstra, but add­ ed: “A lot ofpeople have told me we don’t need (part-time officers).” Nashville approved addi­ tional police coverage about five years ago after the local See Council, on page 5 In This Issue... • Wells appointed to council seat • Memories of the past returns • SMAA all-league athletes honored • Eaton County officer honored �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1991 —Page 2 Vermontville wrestles with tank woes , Stewart and Trustee Rod Har­ mon say it was the tank com­ pany crew leader who, in a phone call from the clerk’s of­ fice, informed the insurance company representative that proposed tank repairs were of emergency status. It was then that MCM consented to be responsible for the bill and agreed to fax a letter ofconfir­ mation requested by Stewart. “We didn’t have anything to do with authorization (for repairs),” said Stewart. “All the insurance company needs (now) is something in writing from Pittsburg Tank and Tower that it was caused by wind damage.” This, however, has not been forthcoming. In a Feb. 13 let­ ter from Adjusting Services Unlimited Inc., a subsidiary of Michigan Claim Service, the tank company was asked for a breakdown ofthe invoice figures, which “should in­ clude the number of men needed to complete the repairs and their work hours” as well the cost of materials and other expenses. Pittsburg Tank & Tower President Don Johnston responded with a notation that his company had worked on a lump sum basis and did not collect job costs, but said he would contact the charge per­ son and supply the figures “if he knows.” Subsequently, in a March 1 letter to Stewart, Great Lakes Claims Service denied' the continued front page claim for reimbursement filed by the village. “Our investigation revealed that during a normal maintenance inspection of the tower, there was discovery made of some tie rod support cables that were loose," stated that letter. “There was no evidence or support of evidence that would indicate that the loose cables was caus­ ed by any wind damage.” The letter went on to say that an insurance represen- Wells appointed to Vermontville Council seat by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The recent resignation of Ronald Houck as a Vermont­ ville village trustee created an opening that has been filled by Nyle Wells of 313 South Main St. Wells was appointed to the vacancy by the village council at its March 7 meeting. According to Vermontville Village Clerk Sharon Stewart, Houck’s letter of resignation cited reasons of health for vacacting the seat he has held for nearly a year. Houck’s four-year term would have ex­ pired in the spring of 1994. Wells will serve in Houck’s place until the next regularly scheduled election in March 1992. The son of Phyllis and Car­ roll Wells, Nyle is a lifelong resident of the community, and a 1982 graduate of Maple Valley High School. Since the summer of 1989 he and his wife, Denise, have owned and operated of The Ole Cook Stove family restaurant in Vermontville. The family also includes daughters Dena, 16, and Leanne, 9, and son T. J., 13. In addition, Wells is employed by a New York­ based firm that is under con­ tract to provide food service facilities at state parks. He covers a three-state territory Need to liven up last year’s spring wardrobe? Stop in and look over our new SPRING SPORTSWEAR If you need a complete outfit or just a top to go with last year’s favorite— We have what you’re looking for! NEWARRIVAL: Ladies Spring Dresses Just in time for Easter! Hometown Apparel 1016 4th Avenue • Lake Odessa 374-8730^ ’ ’ at. 9 to 4; Closed Mon. Local businessman Nyle Wells recently was ap­ pointed to fill a vacancy on Vermontville's Village Council. comprised of Michigan, In­ diana and Ohio. He was in Indiana last week in connection with his work and saw the terrible destruc­ tion wrought on the northern part of that state from the re­ cent ice storm. The ice started about 10 miles north of In­ dianapolis, Wells reports, and whole regions were totally dark from loss of electricity. He said that along the road­ ways more power poles were broken than were left stan­ ding, and at the town of Frankfort every power pole leading into town was down. Wells said the area looked as if it has been devastated by a tornado, and he predicted it could take months to restore it to normal. As for his new role on the Vermontville council, Wells says he has no agenda, since he accepted the post with “no chips on my shoulder and no axe to grind.” However, adds Wells, “Obviously, I have a vested interest in seeing the com­ munity grow and survive.” tative talked with Pittsburg Tank and Tower as well as Vermontville Department of Public Works Supervisor Tony Wawiemia, and “determined that this was probably just a normal maintenance type of repair. repair.” Trustee Rod Harmon disagreed: “We were approached by these people (from the tank company) who told us our tower was going to fall from a corkscrew effect. We were led to believe it was an emergency...if we didn’t fix it, in the next big puff of wind it could fall over. We acted in a rational manner to protect the interest of the peo­ ple of Vermontville.” In fact, pointed out Har­ mon, both the initial bid and the invoice from Pittsburg Tank & Tower stated, “For: needed emergency repairs, water tank.” Harmon said he believed the company to be experts in their field and had trusted their analysis of the situation. The initial bid said the com­ pany would furnish and replace the roof hatch for $2,400; adjust windage rods and weld struts for $4,800; and furnish and replace roof vents for $1,400. It was final­ ly agreed that the only service needed was adjusting windage rods and welding struts, for a total of $4,800. However, there is a question now whether all ofthis service was completed. “They didn’t even tighten all of the windage rods,” noted Stewart. Harmon, who observed the crew at work, added that the men had no welder with them but said they could “get one” if needed. Harmon said the only equip­ ment used was a rope seat and a pipe wrench. “I had expected it to be an all-day job,” concluded Har­ mon. “It was done in little over two hours.” The invoice from the tank company noted that for $4,800 they proposed to fur­ nish “all labor, equipment, materials and insurance necessary to complete the following emergency repairs: adjust windage rods and weld struts, as needed.” Commented Trustee Russ Bennett: "Number one, they didn’t do the job; number two, they overcharged us; and number three, we’re stuck with it.” The possibility of legal ac­ tion was discussed, but not everyone agreed that this should be the next step. ‘‘It might be a misunderstanding,” offered Trustee Mike Trumbull. “I’m for going to the man in charge. The president (of the tank firm) might not know what’s going on. They might not realize how little amount of work was done.” Trumbull also pointed out that Vermontville has done business in the past with the Kentucky-based company. For several years the village has had a contract with the firm to check the municipal water tank at five-year intervals. He added: “It’s not like we’d never done business with the company before.” Village President Sue Villanueva said she thought contacting the tank company directly may be helfiil. “I have to agree with Mike,” said Villanueva. “What harm would it do?” She added that if the matter could not be ironed out with Pittsburg Tank & Tower within a reasonable period, the council will consult an at­ torney about possible legal action. Harmon agreed to place the call to Johnston. Villanueva said she expects something to be worked out before the next regular council meeting April 4. Maple Valley grad now works in Japan Dan Halsey, a 1983 Maple Valley graduate, is in Japan working as a mechanical engineer with the Honda Corp. He went to Japan in January and will be there until April. He will then return to Maryville, Ohio, to continue with the American-based Honda Corp. Halsey graduated from Western Michigan University in 1988. He worked at General Dynamics in Detroit during his college years. During the late fall of 1990, he traveled to Germany for six weeks, doing special weather checks on only cars made state side. Halsey is the son ofHap and Gerry Halsey of Vermontville. Modeling clinic to be offered Saturday March 23 All 4-H personal ap­ pearance members, leaders and parents are invited to par­ ticipate in the modeling clinic Saturday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sessions will include modeling, make-up and skin care, accessories and fitness. There will be two resource leaders available to answer questions regarding material selection, garment construc­ tion, patterns, styling, etc. The clinic is a practice ses­ sion to prepare for the style revue judging and show April 13. BENEFIT DANCE for... Jacob West at ... V.F.W. POST 8260, NASHVILLE LIVE MUSIC 50’s & 60's Style by THE ‘REINFORCERS* 9:00 P.M. to 1:00 A.M. Saturday, March 23 50/50 Drawing & Blind Raffle During Dance • ‘5.00 Per Person �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1991 — Page 3 School Board approves tank pollution testing , % SK* ii। s JSSW ’W J single large unit with dual chambers, one for diesel fuel and the other for gasoline. That way the district would have to purchase only one monitoring device and would save on the annual testing fees, since the cost per tank is the same regardless of size. The EPA also has strict guidelines about the closure or removal of existing tanks. In other discussion at Mon­ day's meeting, the board heard a complaint from Marilyn Hosey of the Maple Valley School support staff about a recent arbitration decision to cut her pay resulting from a change in her position. A 15-year employee of Maple Valley schools, Hosey had been a bus driver until Dec. 1, 1989, when she became a cook. Hosey said she believes that according to the board’s con­ tract with the Maple Valley Education Support Personnel Association, she should not have been cut back to a “Step 3” employee. Hosey earlier had filed a grievance that moved through mediation to arbitration, where the final decision against her was made. She and other association members in the audience told the board they believed the arbitrator had confused her case with another handled during that same hearing. Superintendent Ozzie Parks said that in reviewing the case he had learned that Hosey was hired as a cook during a period when the contract was still in negotiation. When the document was finally accepted more than two months Continued from front page later (in February 1990), it did not provide for retroactive status. “Rates of pay were retroac­ tive, but not credit for ex­ perience,” said Parks. However, John Hughes, chief negotiator for the Maple Valley Education Association, said he understood that the contract was retroactive, both “pay and language.” Flower said he believed the contract was signed “with the idea that nothing but pay was retroactive.” Charles Viele Sr., board vice president, added that while he personally may not agree with the arbitrator’s decision, the board is paying for that advice and should follow it. “Arbitrators are not gods,” countered Trustee John Krolik. “We owe it to our employee to look into it.” Board members agreed to table the matter until their next meeting to allow time to review the case. In other business Monday, the board: — Agreed that Parks 219 N. Main Street LUMBER YARD I 4 sift NASHVILLE Only what's done for Christ will last. 852-0845 I 219 S. State St. Nashville, Mich. HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 852-0882 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. HOMECOOKING ATITS BEST Trowbridge Service AUTO SERVICE CENTER WE CELEBRATE OUR MOST 130 S. 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Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: AWANA........... 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin .... 7 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship....... .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Furlong Heating SALES & SERVICE Also ... Refrigerator, Freezer and Air Conditioner Repair — 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE — Earl Furlong Area Church Schedules VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Telephone: 852-9680 FURNACE SALES & REPAIR ‘Ye shall keep to fed* ST. 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School . .9:30 a.m. 1:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service .......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.............11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ..7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship...................... 7 p.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 a.m. Church School .... 11a.m. REV. ALAN METTLER REV. SALLEY NOLEN Fellowship Time After Worship �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... Roller skating was the rage at Nashville opera house When Nashville’s opera house was completed late in 1876, it was initiated with a gala New Year’s Eve hop at­ tended by 88 couples. Over the years the 32-x-100-foot frame building with its lofty 22-foot ceilings and hardwood floor was the site of many community ac­ tivities, ranging from high school graduations to basket­ ball games. Before the turn of the century, roller skating at the opera house became the rage in Nashville. Two enterprising townsmen, H. M. Lee and Elihu Chipman, were respon­ sible for introducing the idea of an opera house to the com­ munity. They arranged for its construction, at the approx­ imate cost of $2,500. Grained woodwork, frescoed ceiling and walls and a stage embellished with statuary and equipped with a drop cutain and five changes of scenery were featured in the structure, along with with a gallery and an office. The first scheduled perfor­ mance in the new opera house occurred in mid-January 1877 with the appearance of “five young ladies and three men, formerly slaves in the sunny south,” billed as the South Carolina Jubilee Singers. Ad­ mission was 25 cents. February brought a gala Washington's Birthday Ball. Partygoers came dressed in costumes appropriate in the Washington era, and the ball became a popular annual event in the village. In its first few years, the opera house was used for a variety of stage performances, musical shows, dances, lec­ tures and exhibitions by spiritualists and hypnotists. Political meetings also were held there. In May 1878, nationally- known abolitionist Sojourner Truth spoke at the Nashville opera house. By 1880, local thespians had formed an amateur dramatic club and were stag­ ing regular shows at the facili­ ty. One ofthe star players was Len W. Feighner, a Nashville News employee who later would become a 40-year owner of the paper as well as manager of the opera house. In the late 1890s, the opera house saw highs and lows in entertainment. “Houtchie koutchie” dancers at a men-only show in June 1898 raised eyebrows, as did a “bevy of beautiful girls and two sensational lady box­ ers,” who appeared in a vaudeville show in September 1899. That was the same year that the “marvelous invention of Cinematograph” brought the famous Passion Play of Oberammergau to Nashville, with life-size pictures doing “all but speaking” to faithful­ ly reproduce the great scenes of the play. Roller skating was introduc­ ed at the opera house in the mid-1880s. Memories of that time were recalled by Ohio newspaperman Clyde W. Francis after a visit to his old hometown some 45 years later. The following column appeared in The Nashville News on January 24, 1929: Telling tales out of school During a brief visit to Nashville last June, I had the pleasure of talking over old times with Emmet Everts at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Kleinhans. Emmet was cashier of the Barry and Downing bank in the early eighties. It was he who gave Nashville its first roller skating rink in 1884. A fine maple floor was laid in the Nashville opera house, and the carpenters — Hank Wolcott and Will Liebhauser — did an excellent job of segmentizing. Skating across the great wide open spaces in the old floor wasn’t what it was cracked up to be. Nashville was surely roller rink crazy in the winter of 1884-85. Lots of folks got to owning their own skates. Why, when any ofthe doctors went by of an evening with a leather case in his hand, you didn’t know whether the bag contained pills or skates. So many folks were making whoopee over the thing that one of the local ministers preached sermons against this popular indoor sport. He pro­ claimed that roller skating was an invention of the devil to make people fall from grace; and many of them did fall — on the hard maple floor. However, the women’s clothes were so heavily padd­ ed that none ofthem sustained any serious injuries. If, occa­ sionally, a bustle got out of plumb, no one remarked about it. There seemed to be a per­ sonality about the skaters of those days that lingered in one’s memory. Charley Smith had a habit of stomping with his feet when he went around the “ends." It was always hard for Charley Putnam to make the grade when the bell rang for everybody to start skating around the other way. Charley Raymond’s movements reflected the skill of an able ice skater. Himey Walrath was our “fancy” skater, while his brother, Neil, was our long distance professional. C. L. Glasgow used to watch ’em from the sidelines. One evening one of our matrons, who wore glasses, grabbed onto C. L. to save herself from falling. Glasgow stood his ground, Nashville s 1876 opera house is seen in the final hours of its more than 60-year life. Frank Kellogg, who bought the building for salvage, stands atop the strucstruc­ ture before razing begins. Once the hub of the community’s social scene, the opera house was located on the north side of Washington Street, just east of Main. The building visible at left is now home to Michigan Entertainment Company. The alley is at right. Cleared of portable seating, the hardwood floors of the opera house were easily transformed into a dance floor, basketball court or roller rink. Gathered at one of the dual balconies at the south end of the building are skaters at a 1914 New Year’s Eve party. Seated on floor, from left, are: Lewis Hyde, Hugh Hecker, Virgil Laurent. Second row: Mary Clifford, Ila Remington, Aura Munroe, Zaida Keyes, Zella Frank, Burdette Walrath, Ernest Feighner, Clayton Wolf. Third row: Effie Ed­ monds, Bernice Mead, Pete McKinnis, Eva Demaray, Ed Kane, Beulah Mead. Fourth row: Henry Edmonds, Merrill Hinckley, Alberta Martin, Ruth Lake, Wilda Gorthy, unidentified girl, Lisle Cortright. Fifth row: Clyde Green, Vern Hecker, two unidentified girls. Sixth row: Marian Everett, Gladys Harper, John Mead. Many of the young people in this picture were graduates of Nashville high school in the period of 1911-17. although he lost a few buttons in the skirmish. I used to think Mrs. C. W. Smith and Jennie Frace were our most graceful lady skaters. Well do I recall the first masquerade skating party. The floor was crowded; the costumes clever. Dr. F. R. Timmerman represented the devil, and got first prize. Fred Baker, as “Mother and Me,” was the most original get-up of any. Yes, boys and girls, your grandfathers and grand­ mothers were there and made whoopee. Oh yes, and Jack Heckathome, who was then single and one of the squarest shooters that ever lived, ex­ changed his baseball costume with a married business man. The wife of the said merchant supposed her hubby was going to wear one of her dresses. She nearly fainted when the unmasking disclosed the fact that her partner for the even­ ing had been Jake. But if Jake heard anything that wasn’t meant for his ears, he was the man to keep his mouth shut. Now, one of the kerosene lamps suspended from the ceiling at the south end of the rink had a bad habit of dripp­ ing oil. This caused a dark spot to appear on the floor which resembled the shadow of the lamp. One evening Charles B., whose altitude was a trifle over six feet, started to skate through this “shadow,” and nearly wreck­ ed himself. As soon as he hit the hard maple a pint flask popped out from his clothes and skidded out into the center ofthe floor. All of the skaters lined up against the wall to watch Charley retrieve his bottle. Every time he’d reach for it, up would go his feet and down he would come, and the bottle would shoot off at another tangent. The juvenile band, ofwhich I was a member, was playing in the gallery that evening. We got 50 cents apiece a night and free skating privileges. The waltz we were playing didn’t seem to get Charley anywhere, and so Herb Walrath, who was our leader, switched us to the “StarSpangled Banner.” No one in those days stood up when the national anthem was played. You may believe it or not, but that bottle stood up — against the leg of one of the stoves in the south end of the rink. Charley captured his bottle, but not until he had knocked the stove down, and a length of the pipe nearly cutting a biscuit out of him. A lot of trouble for a mere pint, you’ll say, but not any more grief that some fellows go through to get it nowadays, (signed) C. W. Francis. Chipman, who in 1878 became sole owner of the opera house, died in October 1902. The following March the opera house was sold at auction for $700 to a Battle Creek man. He immediately sold it to Willis Humphrey for $650, and less than a month later, John Furniss of Nashville acquired it for an undisclosed sum. Len Feigner stayed on as manager, and quality shows by traveling troupes continued to draw large crowds to the opera house. Some 20 years later, Nashville’s opera house was virtually abandoned for such use. Chautaqua shows had become popular, and these were traditionally staged under tents. But it was the new “moving picture shows” at the Park Theater (later the Star) on Nashville’s Main Street that were largely responsible for stealing the thunder from live performances at the opera house. In addition, the 1916 Com­ munity House addition to the local Methodist Church and the growing popularity of auditorium facilites in Nashville Club quarters on the second floor ofthe 1909 Gribbin Block further detracted from the usefulness of Nashville’s opera hourse. But the aging facilty con­ tinued to be host to high school plays and to serve as a community roller skating rink into the second decade of the new century. The most crucial role ofthe opera house in the 1920-30s era was as a basketball court. High school games were held there until the 1936 Kellogg addition to Nashville’s school gave the town its first real gymnasium. Cagers dodged red-hot potbellied stoves situated at each end of the opera house floor (the same stoves that plagued roller skaters of the 1880s), but no basketball player ever was seriously burned there, according to the best recollection of former local team members. The squad dressed for games at the school two blocks away and, regardless of weather, raced down the street to the opera house clad only in their skimpy uniforms. The end of the game signaled a reverse trip in the cold. The opera house was tom down in the late 1930s by Frank Kellogg, who bought the building for salvage. Once the hub of community social life, Nashville’s old opera house is now but a memory of the past. WINNERS ... ★ Jason Ackett, Telephone Stand ★ Paul Sadler, Clock ★ Deb Burkett, Clock ★ Ron Fisher, Smoke Alarm ★ Mildred Javor, Centerpiece ★ Jolee Taylor, Golf Balls ★ Pastor DeGroot, Travel Alarm ★ Elden Perry, Travel Alarm ★ Bob Harvey, Pocket Calculator ★ Sharon Robins, Fire Extinguisher TOBIAS-MASON insurance Agency 109 N. Main, Nashville • Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Auto • Farm • Home • Commercial • Life _______________ — FREE QUOTES — �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1991 — Page 5 Council debates pay scale to part-time officers , & I tola Asksm*. s LU branch of Eaton Federal Sav­ have indicated a desire to ings Bank was robbed twice again stage their annual by the same man within a Rendezvous at Nashville, short period of time. Public even if the Harvest Festival is pressure prompted the council not held this year. to extend hours of patrol, Ohler noted a lack of both necessitating the hiring of money and volunteers is more officers. hampering plans for the tradi­ At Thursday’s meeting, tional festival, which has been President Ray Hinckley read sponsored by Nashville data from a “Wages and Chamber of Commerce in re­ Salaries” study compiled by cent years. the Michigan Municipal “The Chamber does not League. In it are shown wages have funds to support the paid officials and employees festival this year,” said of municipalities throughout Ohler, who is a member of the state. that organization. He said Nashville’s pay rate for its there also is a shortage of full-time police officers rank­ workers. ed among the top in the “Certain individuals who category of villages with worked on Festival in the past populations ranging from have other obligations this 1,000 to 1,900, but no data on year,” noted Ohler. “Some pay scale for part-time of­ of our help has faded away.” ficers was listed in the book. He said the Chamber would Hinckley asked the police like some other organization committee to meet again to to take over sponsorship ofthe hash out an agreement on the Harvest Festival. matter and report back to the He added, “There will not council with a “unified be fireworks this year unless recommendation. ’ ’ someone else funds them.” In other business Thursday, For the past two years the council agreed to look into Nashville’s Harvest Festival installation of a water supply has been capped by a spec­ and porta-johns on the old tacular fireworks display, Riverside Athletic field to enthanks largely to a cooperative chance the site for the annual effort between the Chamber Muzzleloaders’ encampment and the manufacturer, W. D. the third weekend of August, Fireworks of Nashville. as well as for other events. Ohler announced that there The request was made by will be a meeting of Harvest Ron Ohler, representing the Festival organizers at his Harvest Festival Committee. home at 7 p.m. Thursday, Ohler said the Muzzleloaders March 21. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. In other business Thursday, the council: — Approved a $2,000 pay­ ment for administrative costs of the Community Home Im­ provement Program (CHIP), contingent on receipt of an­ nual funding at anticipated levels. Last year, the stateadministered federal program granted $175,000 for home improvements to qualified property owners in the Maple Valley community. — Set Saturday, April 20, as the date of die annual village-wide spring cleanup, which provides free curbside collection of trash (no gar­ bage). Dwyer pointed out that the date coincides fittingly with Earth Day. — Heard a report by Dwyer about the community recycling program, which proposes to establish a collec­ tion site at Carl’s Market, with the materials to be hauled from the site by Hastings Sanitary Service for a monthly fee of $100. Dwyer said she and Recycl­ ing Committee chairman Ron Ohler attended a recent meeting of Castleton Township Board to gain their tentative approval for the plan. Committee representatives also plan to contact governing boards of Maple Grove Township, Vermontville Township, and the Village of Vermontville to ask them to participate in the plan by con­ tributing $20 per month to cover the cost of hauling the recyclables. — Learned from Village Clerk Rose Heaton that the Riverside Correctional Facili­ ty at Ionia, which has furnish­ ed work crews for various Nashville projects ranging from painting buildings to do­ ing cemetery maintenance, will continue to honor all con­ tracts despite the closing of Continued from front page the facility and transfer of prisoners. Heaton, Hinckley and DPW Supervisor Leon Frith met Thursday morning with prison officials on the matter. The only change will be that the municipality must now furnish all tools and equipment need­ ed for an inmate project. Nashville officials said they have been very pleased by the performance of the work crews. Look Your Best for EASTER at ... Diana’s Place — Owner — Diana Kuempel Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. 852-9481 Hours at your Convenience "fc|Rb» School Board, “** WfciteWk tatikWU; hit thiM'ib ■b anmfoa is ten 4oW ■ t xttjireffliij liri caliitME b|kisnii| III jgKjfctaHI j ife Uteiltf. (K JK ® ®' t it biatan^ K !■ lk^ilsll, r«lp» «k*L’ from page 3 typewriters and one old piano owned by the school district. — Okayed a one-year ex­ tension of the master contract with Maple Valley principals. — Tabled a request by Maplewood School for a new copying machine, after a lengthy discussion about the merits of a modem version of a mimeograph machine over a bond copier. — Heard a report by Parks about an interactive TV system that would allow the school to increase its cur­ riculum by offering advanced courses. Parks said that a $20,000 grant is available to place the machine in a school that has an available fiber op­ tic cable system. More details will be available in a few months. — Approved a trip to Washington, D. C. for Maple Valley seniors, May 11-16, and the annual Maple Valley sixth grade camp, April 29-May 1, at Mystic Lake near Farwell. — Approved a resolution for the annual school election in June, in which three trustees will be elected. Terms expiring are those of Ronald Tobias, Charles Viele Sr., and Irma Jean Baker, an appointee who is filling the seat vacated last year by the resignation of Larry Filter. — Changed the date of the regular April school board meeting from the 8th to the 15th due to spring break. * in* **? ? i*k^ Wood carving program to be offered April 4 The Eaton Association of Extension Homemakers is in­ viting the public to an evening of food, socializing and a chance to learn a new skill — wood carving. Exploration Day booklets available The 4-H Exploration Day booklets that 4-H’ers around the county have been waiting for have just arrived at the Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice office. Exploration Days will be held at Michigan State University June 19-21. 4-H’ers 12 years of age and adult chaperons are invited to attend this event. The cost is $90 per person with many scholarships available to defray the cost. This program will be held on Thursday, April 4, at the First Baptist Church in Charlotte. Starting at 6 p.m. will be a potluck dinner with a wood carving demonstration by Charles Sautter of Charlotte. By day, Sautter is a practic­ ing attorney in Charlotte, but on his free time he practices his skills as a wood carver. Many of his products can be seen at local craft events. On April 4 he will demonstrate the type of tools and techniques you can use when carving various types of wood. To participate in this event, call die Eaton Cooperative Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594, to reserve a seat. Then be prepared to bring a dish to pass and table service. Beverages will be provided. There will be a $1 fee at the door. 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Eaton Federal FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 FDIC INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19. 1991 — Page 6 SMAA All-League athletes honored SMAA All-League, Girls Volleyball — (front, from left) Julie Ganton, Bronson; Carrie Jaeck, Bronson; Angela Wilber, Bronson; Missey Ransbottom, Bronson; Carrie Adams, St. Philip Catholic Central; (back) Tammy Heisler, Olivet; Karlee Smith, Pennfield; Tammy Ashley, Maple Valley; Bethany Crawford, St. Philip Catholic Central; Megan Reetz, St. Philip Catholic Central; Renee Burt, Pennfield; Madeline Chadwick, St. Philip Catholic Central. Valley; Matt Graham, Bellevue. Community Notices SPRING SPECIAL $O"750 > perm Long hair additional charge Think Spring ... Think Curly! Styles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville • Walk-Ins Welcome Tuesday thru Friday Ph. 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE AA/AL-ANON: Meetings atSL Cyrils Church Tuesdays at 8:00pm. National Ads HOME WORK: spare time. Paint lovely miniature toys, earn $20 seL No experience neces­ sary, and no investment required. Fun for the whole family. Amazing recorded message reveals details. Call anytime 1-900-226-0086. HOSPITAL JOBS: start $6.80/hr, your area. No experi­ ence necessary. For information call 1-900-226-9399 ext. 1885, 6am-8pm 7 days. $12.95 phone fee. rT TBTTTTTTTTTTTllJXnXniEIIEQOQOQDODODO (517)726-0181 Community Notices 144 SOUTH NNFI STS££T M£8MO!1TMIIL£. MICHIGAN 49096 wucTioneeRS H^SHMIUC (517) 852-1717 g rcmtors ‘Year round home at Thornapple Lake ‘Newer seawall, screened porch ‘Land contract terms! (M-36) SMAA All-League, Boys Wrestling — (front, from left) B. J. Woodside, Pennfield; Jason Hogan, Pennfield; Brent Lantz, Pennfield; Mark Thrall, Bronson; Mar­ vin Herman, Bronson; (back) Jeremy Harris, Pennfield; Joshua Chantrenne, Pennfield; Chip Neyome, Pennfield; Matthew Higgs, Pennfield; John Valesquez, Olivet; Tom Archer, Bellevue; Erik Olson, Pennfield; Scott Clothier, Pennfield. ‘Lovely 4 bedroom home on approx. 10 acres of land ‘Living room, family room, large garage ‘Nice country property! (CH-107) USED SCHOOL EQUIPMENT FOR SALE THE 1991 MV FRESHMAN CHEERLEADERS would like to thank the following people for t The Maple Valley Schools invite sealed helping make our season a great bids for one used piano and a number of one. Sandy Briggs, Penny Brumm, Jeff & Sandy Carpent­ manual and electric typewriters. Interested er, Brinda Hawkins, Nancy bidders are to contact the Superintendent’s Byrd, Laurie Kipp and Kyle office. The deadline for bids is Tuesday, Christopher. THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR HELP! April 9, 1991. The Freshmen Cheerleaders ^aaaaaaaaa a ee aaaaaaa a mm e a o aeaeeaee ear HARTZLERS’ TOURS 2 kitchens, family room, garage, deck ‘Located on 20 acres with pond! (CH-106) INDIANAPOLIS / BROWN COUNTY - JUNE 6-8 *238.00 DOPP TORONTO/Phan tom ofthe Opera - JUNE 21-23 *233.00 DOPP Transportation and lodging only (Blue Jays are in town)..*173.00 DOPP ‘Only $59,000 for this 3 bedroom home on approx. l'A-2 acres ‘Barns & outbuildings (CH-105) L-96. Approx. 157 acres of vacant farmland. Priced to sell. Land contract terms. L-95. Approx. 1.79 acres for only Ranch home on approx. 1'A acres located in the Olivet School District. $2,950. L-94. Approx. 4 acres with well, septic, drainfield and electricity already on site. DETROIT - TIGERS OR SHOPPING - JUNE 29 Transportation and ticket...*25.00 PP Transportation to shopping mall.. .*20.00 CORNWELL DINNER THEATRE - JULY 11 CHICAGO - BALLGAME/SHOPPING/MUSEUMS - JULY 12 Transportation only to museums/downtown Chicago/Cubs’ game..‘29.00 PP DETROIT - BALLGAME/SHOPPING - JULY 13 Transportation and ticket..*25.00 PP Transportation to shopping mall...*20.00 PP GRAND TRAVERSE BAY - JULY 25-27 TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION TUESDAY, MARCH 26 THURSDAY, MARCH 28 Approx . 500 acres with buildings and machinery located near Ionia. Approx . 80 acres with buildings and machinery located near Perry. *42.00 PP “Steel Magnolias” and mystery stop. *217.00 DOPP Frankfort, Traverse City, Leelanau Penn., Hartwick Pines NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - AUGUST 1-4 *295.00 DOPP Opryland Park (free Gatlin Bros. Concerts), Grand Ole Opry Performance, Dinner Cruise, City Tour and More. CROSWELL THEATRE/HATHWAY HOUSE/ADRIAN - AUG. 8-9 . . .*92.00 DOPP TUESDAY, APRIL 2.64'A acres of vacant land with stream and woods located near Vermontville. “The King and 1” SATURDAY, APRIL 6 - 330 acre farm with two homes and buildings and excellent line of farm NOVA SCOTIA/PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND - AUGUST 22-SEPT. 5 machinery located in the Muskegon area. ST. LOUIS/ST. CHARLES/MISSISSIPPI RIVER CRUISE - SEPTEMBER THINKING OF SELLING AT AUCTION OR LISTING CONVENTIONALLY? PLEASE CALL US SO YOUR PROPERTY CAN BE MARKETED PROPERLY IN 1991! Jae& Marge Andrews 8524712 Kathleen J. Swan (Laming) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Cindy Doolittle 726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 7264331 MACKINAC ISLAND/SAULT STE. MARIE/AGAWA CANYON - OCT. 1-4 For more information, or ifyou would like to be on our mailing list, call us, or stop in at Cook’s Closet, 1005 4th Ave., Lake Odessa! Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! HARTZLERS’ Charters and Tours 3525 W. Jordan Lake St., Lake Odessa, MI 48849 • (616) 374-8169 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1991 — Page 7 Eaton County officer cited for crime prevention Eaton County Sheriff’s Sgt. Richard Wahl March 1, at the Pontiac Silverdome was awarded the Crime Preven­ tion Association of Michigan “Outstanding Practitioner Award for 1990. Sgt. Wahl was cited for his innovative approach to crime prevention in the area of preventing criminals not just crimes. “One of the main factors that contributes to persons who become criminals is child Eaton County Sheriff's Officer Sgt. Richard Wahl was honored March 1 for his outstanding service to crime prevention. abuse and neglect. Sgt. Wahl has recognized this and has put on hundreds of presenta­ tions to parents, teachers and children which has helped break the chain of child abuse by helping the victims and preventing the abusers,” said Eaton County Sheriff Art Kelsey. In addition, Sgt. Wahl was the 1990 chairman of the Eaton County Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Council. The Crime Prevention Association of Michigan con­ sists ofmembers from law en­ forcement, private sector security and community leaders. Currently there are over 500 members from throughout Michigan. Weight loss classes offered Pennock Hospital is offer­ ing a "Weigh To Better Health** course series Wednesday evenings, beginn­ ing March 20, through May 1. The classes will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Pennock Hospital’s Physician Center, Conference Center. The five-week sessions will be taught by Cindy MatelskiLancaster, a registered dieti­ tian, and Tammy Nemitz. ex­ ercise physiologist. Cost is $20. Participants are asked to preregister by calling 948-3125. pASTOR is 40!!! Jj* (But yen inh. Olrth4ay ,n , h|s goon 9|*,lng Old!) Your Passport to Good Times Nashville firemen help in gas emergency Saturday night Nashville’s fire department was called out about 7:30 p.m. Saturday due to a malfunction at the Consumers Power supply station just north of Putnam Park on M-66. Nearby residents reported hearing an “explosion,” said Nashville Fire Chief Doug Yarger, a sound that was followed by the roaring of natural gas escaping from a vent in the small brick building. The firemen stood by with firefighting equipment and helped with traffic control while Consumers Power made huiiiiiiiuihhiiihiiiiii 5 Maple Valley Athletic Boosters S I ■ BINGO MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA I - ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.“ S Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 " repairs. The stretch of highway known as “Stand­ pipe Hill” was temporarily closed, with traffic re-routed west and south ofthe park via Phidelphia and Bridge streets. The emergency lasted for about 20 minutes, said Yarger. 5 00 hding entitled >f the Club. 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March 19, 1991 — Page 8 Nashville Cub Scouts hold Annual Pinewood Derby, winners named J-Ad Graphics News Service The annual Cub Scout Pinewood Derby was staged Saturday at Kellogg School in Nashville by local Scout Pack No. 3176, with Brandon Garvey emerging the winner. Coming in second was John Jarrard, and third was Ricky Stephens. Earning the place of alternate winner was Mike Reid. And Trust 100 Funeral Prearrangement is one of those plans that makes a lot of sense. Particularly when our friends told us how easy it is. The three top winners now will move on to district com­ petition set for May 11 in Hastings. If any one of the three is unable to attend that event, the alternate will take his place. A second category of rac­ ing, called the Open Class, provided an opportunity for members of Cub Scout families to enter their hand- All it took was a phone call. We liked what we heard. So we each made a Trust 100 Prearrangement. It just makes sense to plan ahead. Trust 5® Zhzyfuneral Monte, Jnc. Funeral Prearrangement Centers Family Serving Families Since 1923 401 W. Seminary St., Charlotte, MI (517) 543-2950 made cars in the derby. Top winner in this group was David Stephens. Jake Goodner and Megan Garvey earned second and third place trophies, respectively. It was a family affair for the two Stephens boys, Ricky and David, and Mike Reid, for all three are brothers. According to Pinewood Derby rules, youngsters must design and fashion their wooden race cars with limited adult help. The Saturday before the big race each par­ ticipant was given an oppor­ tunity for an individual pre­ race test of their vehicle’s per­ formance on the track. Any design is permissible, but weight restrictions apply, and these were checked at the pre­ race event. Awards also were given Saturday for the best designed racers. Cub Scouts taking the top three prizes here were Tim Rumsey (first), Judson Burpee (second) and Corey Currier (third). Nashville Cub Scouts earning the top trophies in Saturday's Pinewood Derby race at Kellogg School were (from left) Brandon Garvey (first place), John Jarrard (second); Ricky Stephens (third), and Mike Reid, alternate. They will move on to district competition in May. Thank You CARD OF THANKS The family of Donnie Flory would like to thank everyone who was with us at the time at the hospital, who sent cards, prayers, food and donations. A special thanks to Rev. Ron Brooks for the officiating. Debbie and Randy Baker Danny Lance and Lucas Flory Don and Debbie Flory and Missy Harmon grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins MAPLE VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION High School Completion & Vocational Classes Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. FREE to the high school graduate who is under 20 by 9/1/90. All other adults may take a class for $30.00 for 8 weeks. ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES - MON.-THURS. Maple Valley Adult Learning Center • 204 N. Main St. • Nasvhille 8:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. DAYTIME CLASSES BEGIN APRIL 8, 1991 Classes are 31/2 hours in length. You may attend classes any time during the above hours. Accounting Government Social Studies Consumers Education Math U.S. History English Reading Writing GED Preparation Science And MORE! EVENING CLASSES Maple Valley High School • 6-10 P.M. EVENING CLASSES BEGIN FEBRUARY 4, 1991 MONDAY Government Office Update includes: Basic Office Skills Electronic Typewriters Calculators Dictaphone Word Processing New Office Procedures and More! Accounting Typing, Beg.-Adv. TUESDAY Science Basic Math thru Algebra Computer Science Choice of: Intro to Computers Computer Literacy Appleworks Computerized Accounting Welding & Machine Shop WEDNESDAY GED Preparation Writing Workshop English Reading, Writing and Spelling Improvement THURSDAY U.S. History Woodworking & Furniture Making Word Processing, Beg. & Adv. Maple Valley Community Education Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School OFFICE HOURS: 12 Noon to 10:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday Phone - 852-9975 A younger sister of a Nashville Cub Scout was one of the Pinewood Derby win­ ners in the open class, a category in which members of Cub Scout families are eligible to enter. Taking top awards in that class were (from left) David Stephens (first), Jake Goodner (second), and Megan Garvey (third). Lions Club holds annual “Kid’s Night’ March 12 The Vermontville Lions were hosts for their annual “Kid’s Night” March 12 at the Vermontville Congrega­ tional Church, with a presen­ tation by Beverly Hocking, a 13-year veteran of the Michigan State Police. Nine Lions and 11 kids en­ joyed hamburgers and fries and listened to Hocking tell of her career. She attended col­ lege and then recruit school for 16 weeks which included exercises, classes on criminology, first aid, law, self-defense techniques, gun shooting, swimming and run­ ning seven miles a day. State Police help people by protecting them, changing their flat tires, and giving them gas when they’re strand­ ed. Some troopers have track­ ing dogs that sniff out bombs and drugs. One child asked, “Can we see your gun?” Beverly quickly answered, “No.” Another asked “Can you still run seven miles a day?” Her answer also was negative. King Lion Gene Fisher led Vermontville Lions to the District Convention March 9 and 10 at Stouffer’s Hotel in Battle Creek. Guest speaker for the March 26 meeting at 7 p.m. at the Vermontville Congrega­ tional Church will be Richard Genther from the Maple Valley Chapel. Genther’s GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051 presentation will be on drink­ ing and driving and is geared for high schoolers. Anyone interested in becoming a Lion may call Gene Fisher at 726-0170 or Elon Baker, 726-0257, for reservations to the dinner. An Anniversary Tribute March 22,1991 In honor ofour parents Gibes and Alberta Mae We celebrate the memory Offifty years ago today. It was upon this date They pledged their lovefor life As they repeated wedding vows That made them husband and wife. They raised us with strong values And disciplined with love They gave us all a legacy Which we are so proud of. We thankyou, Lord,for their Union We thank our mother on earth And send our prayers to ourfather For the destiny ofour births. The Gardner Children Terry, Jack, and Nancy (A special thanks to the author, Carol Lange, from Ann Arbor, Michigan, for helping to put our thoughts into words.) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1991 — Page 9 Helen Rose Furlong Ila M. (Remington) Hill Obituaries WH Ikitt- tasij t Liari g5H» taFitaiMi B ’ hl^W erath®*^ MIDI NASHVILLE - Helen Rose ha- flower garden, knit and NASHVILLE - Ila M. grandchildren and great grandFurlong, 83 of Nashville sew for her grandchildren. passed away Sunday, March Mrs. Furlong is survived by (Remington) Hill, 93 formerly children and a sista, Gladys 17,1991 at Pennock Hospital, a son and daughter-in-law, of Nashville passed away Richardson of Nashville. Sendees were held WednesHastings. Fred and Judy Burkhart of Monday, February 25,1991 in Mrs. Furlong was bom Pinconning; two step sons, the Gardner Heights Nursing day, February 27 from die Frank Jr. ‘Buck’ Gillon __ November 16, 1907 in Good- Earl Furlong ofNashville and Home,, Huntington, Redgate-Hennesy Funeral t Home in Trumbull, Connectirich, Kansas, the daughter of Bud Furlong; three grandsons Connecticut HASTINGS Frank Jr. Mrs. Hill was bom in cut Burial was at Long Hill (Thea) Hart ofHastings, Alma Belden and Mary Lou (Good) and their wives, John and Shari “Buck” Gillons, 67 of219 East Hoyt. Her family moved to this Burkhart of Columbus, Ohio, Toledo, Ohio. She came to Burial Grounds. Blair Street, Hastings passed Osborne of Battle Creek, Mrs. area when she was a child. She Scott and Renee Burk,hart o,f Sheridan with her parents in Max (Norlee) Bracy of HastAntiques away Friday, March 15, 1991 ings, Mrs. Blain (Margaret) graduated from Richland High Auburn, Robert and Anne of 1909 and to Nashville in 1912. at his residence. She graduated from Nashville OLD ORIENTAL RUGS Bell of Stubenville, Ohio, and School in 1926. She graduated Burke, Virginia; great grand­ Mr. Gillons was bom on Mrs. Al (Barbra) Dalstra of from Borgess Hospital Nurs- children, Lara, Bryan and High School in 1915. She Wanted any size or condition. December 28, 1923 in Hope worked as cashier at the State Call 1-800-443-7740. Grand Rapids; one brother and ing School in 1929 and then Brett; a twin, sister, Ruth Savings Bank. Township, Barry County, the sister-in-law, Wesley and Opal iattended St. Elizabeth Hospital Kennedy of Nashville. Business Services son of Carl and Ada (MaurIn 1917 she married Fred M. She was also preceded in Gillons of Hastings; 26 nieces in Chicago to study Hill, now deceased. In 1942 man) Gillons. He was raised in and nephews, many great Anethesiology. VERMONTVILLE ROOFdeath by three brothers, John Hope Township and attended nieces and nephews. She was married to Cleo Hoyt, Loyal Hoyt and Theo- the family moved to ING licensed and insured. Free Connecticut. the Hines School. estimates. 543-1002. He was preceded in death by Burkhart in 1933 in Indiana. dore Hoyt. Survivors include a son, He was marrried to H. Marie his parents; a brother, Howard He preceded her in death in Funeral services will be held Pets Russell W. of Port Huron; a Gregory on August 28, 1948. Gillons; two sisters, Mina 1951. She married Clarence 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March daughter, Clarice M. Knecht of REGISTERED QUEENSHe was employed at the former McGrath and Audrey Pagliai. Furlong in 1957 in Nashville. 20 at the Maple Valley Chapel- Monroe, Connecticut; several LAND Blue heeler pups, $150. Hannah’s Cement Products Funeral services were held He preceded her in death in Genther Funeral Home, NashGreat stock dogs! 623-8778. Company in Battle Creek for 1958. She was a nurse atMercy ville with Reverend Ron Sunday, March 17, at the Hast43 years, retiring in 1984. ings Gyr,ace Wesle,yan Church Hospital in Monroe from 1929 Brooks officiating. Burial will Mr. Gillons is survived by with Reverend Leonard E. to 1953 and at Pennock Hospi- be at the Maple Grove Cemethis wife, H. Marie Gillons; Davis officiating. Burial was at tal from 1953 until her retire- ery, Edgerton, Ohio. daughter and son-in-law, Sue Cedar Creek Cemetery. ment. She like to travel with Memorial contributions and Eric Gannaway of her son and his family, work in may be made to the ThomapMemorial contributions Maple Valley Chapel Washington, Michigan, two ple Manor. may be made to Good Samari­ sons and daughters-in-law, tann Hospice Hospice of ofBarry Barry County. County. Gregory and Maureen Gillons, । Genther Funeral Home Arrangements were made Gladys E. Edger Steven and Lori Gillons, all of 204 North Queen St. Hastings; eight grandchildren; by Wren Funeral Home of HASTINGS - Gladys E. brother-in-law, Hastings. Edger, 71 of 450 South Irving Rone onoesasister sliset e(Preand agn) an rdo Ltyenr-n nE-dagwer, Nashville, Michigan six sisters, Leah Phillips of RRoad, Hastings passed away of Hastings and a sister-in-law Nashville, Mrs. William , Tuesday, March 12, 1991 at Mariane Edger. (517) 852-0840 RICHARD A. GENTHER her residence. She was preceded in death DIRECTOR Fred F. Swift Mrs. Edger was bom August by two brothers, Vernor 7,1919 in the Coats Grove area (Baldy) Bennett and Cecil Serving Barry and Eaton County (Baldy) Bennett and Cecil WOODLAND Fred F. Nashville and Altie Swift of of Barry County, the daughter Bennett. for over 100 Years Swift, 82 of 7775 Hager Road, Woodland; a nephew, Freder­ of Arthur and Flossie (Travis) Funeral services were held Woodland passed away ick Marcotte; a niece, Johan- Bennett. She attended Coats Saturday, March 16 at the "Where professional and reverent care Wednesday, March 13,1991 at nah Chmielewski; four great Grove Country School, Wren Funeral Home, Hastings Pennock Hospital, Hastings. ggraduating in 1937 from Hast-with Reverend Michael Js. makes a difference.” nephews; two great nieces. Mr. Swift was bom January He was preceded in death by ings High School. Sponsoring the C.O.P.E. Grief Support Group Anton officiating. Burial was 26, 1909 in Castleton Town­ one sister, Bernice Swift and a She was married to Lauren at the Rutland Township ship, the son of Marion and brother, James Swift. EASY ACCESS RAMP AVAILABLE M. Edger on June 4, 1938. Cemetery. Lois (Childs) Swift. He Funeral services were held They lived most of their Member of the Forethought Pre-Planners r Memorial contributions attended Shores and Hager Friday, March 15 at the Maple married life on the family farm may be made to the American MONUMENTS AND GRAVE MARKERS Schools. Valley Chapel-Genther Funer­ west of Hastings. She was Cancer Society or the Ameri' He was a life long area resi­ al Home, Nashville with employed about 13 years as can Heart Association. Cremation Service Available dent. He farmed all ofhis life. Reverend Dan Smith officiat­ receptionist for Drs. Walton He enjoyed his many friends ing. Burial was at the Wood­ and Bloom, retiring in 1977. and they knew he liked farm­ lawn Cemetery in She was a long time active 4-H Vermontville. ing and his horses. leader and a volunteer at Memorial contributions Pennock Hospital. She was a Mr. Swift is survived by one brother, Merle of Woodland; may be made to the Heart Fund tutor in the adult literacy prog­ two sisters, Grace Marcotte of or Putnam Library. ram for Barry County. Mrs. Edger is survived by her husband, Lauren; daughter, Kay Rowley of Hastings; son and daughter-in-law, Rick and Connie Edger of Birmingham, son and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Martha Edger of Hastings, son, Steve Edger of Hastings, son and daughter-in­ law, Brian and Meri Edger of Tupelo, Mississippi; 14 grand­ children; three greatgrandchil­ □imetapp dren; four brothers and sistersExtentaba ■ eucalyptamint ECOTRIN EXCEDRIN in-law, Arthur and Lucille 4OZ. 100'S OR MAXIMUM TABLETS OR CAPLETS Bennett of Hastings, Maxwell STRENGTH 60'5 100'S and Juanita Bennett of ClarkDIMETAPP ville, Rodger and Jenny TABLETS 24'5. EXTENCALL JAN OR JODI AT ... 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Jordan Lake St., Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 gaaa fl 8 ee,8.8AQ. • (616) 374-8169 WHITE RAIN styling AIDS "NEIV WHITE RAIN PLUS FEATURED" A a a a a a d a 8 a o e.e 8 a e a a a a 8 9 8 8 8 a fl RA. 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 OPEN 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1991 — Page 10 Leadership Eaton II participantsgraduate March 9 Fourteen Eaton County residents have been involved in a two-year project that focused on understanding local government and leader­ ship development. The project is called Leadership Eaton II. The first year of the project centered on developing in­ dividual leadership skills and identifying and creating an awareness of various critical public policy issues such as ground water quality, recycl­ ing and how local governmen­ tal units could work together for community solutions. This past year has concen­ trated on viewing first hand how local governmental units conduct business. The group has collectively visited Eaton and Delta Township meetings and Charlotte City Council. Individually, they have visited school board meetings, zoning boards, review boards and other community board meetings. On Saturday, March 9, the final educational program was held. The theme of the pro­ gram was how to become an elected official. Numerous local officials were guest speakers, including Linda Twitchell, Eaton County Clerk; Sheriff Art Kelsey; County Commissioner Joe Brehler; Judge Tom Eleland; Representative Frank Fit­ zgerald; Mark Ewing, Benton Township Supervisor and Kathy DeGrow, president of the Eaton Rapids Board of Education. Many others were involved including spouses of public officials and representatives from the Republican and Democratic parties. Those graduating from the Leadership Eaton II project were Karen Braithwaite of Nashville; Denise and Jim Droscha, Chris Harper, Scott Ommen, Kathy Wright, Mark Johnson, Sherm Ellard and John Moran of Charlotte; and Rick Monroe of Eaton Rapids. The Leadership Eaton II project was sponsored by the Eaton Cooperative Extension Service, with Mona Ellard as program coordinator. School Lunch Menus Maplewood Elementary honor roll announced Fourth Marking Period Fourth Grade All A’s - Erica Krolik, Joe Stadel. B Average - Jeff Braden, Nick Bumford, Jared Carpenter, Seleena Carpenter, Ben Carrigan, Aaron Dempsey, Kristin Fajnor, Stacie Goris, Trent Graham, Leslie Grant, Levon Hammond, Jonessa Ham­ monds, Karl Hoover, Zac Jarvie, Skye McConnell, Craig Rogers, Jamie Root, Sarah Russell, Bonnie Seybold, Melanie Shance, Ben Shepherd, Amber Shilling, Krista Teasdale, Adam Thompson, Loren Wright. Fifth Grade All A’s - Shelly Arras, Erin Booher, Jeremy Campbell, Katie Krive, Travis McIntyre, Kim Pennington, Elizabeth Stanton. B Average Corey Bowman, Dan Butcher, Holly Carrigan, Emily Cerny, Brad Conroy,. Jessica Dempsey, Michelle Dennis, Steve Doyle, Jennifer Forquer, Joheather Grant, Jason Grasman, Brianne Haley, Jen­ ny Hoisington, Casey Hud­ son, Jonathon Kay, Kirsten Castleton Township ANNUAL MEETING Sat., March 30 • 1:30 p.m. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP HALL Public hearing on proposed budget. Copy of proposed budget may be ob­ tained from treasurer or clerk. Klinkhammer, Nick Milligan, Kelly Moore, Alisha Pena, Cory Pethick, Mandy Pierce, Malinda Powers, Jamie Rasey, Katrina Rasey, Beth Sleeper, Derrick Stair, Dawn Stine, Jason Thompson, Josh Thompson, Jim Thornton, Travis VanAlstine, Dawn VanderVlucht, Trevor Wawiemia, Erica White. Sixth Grade All A’s - Devon Durkee, Erin Hokanson, Krystal Krive, Melanie Wendorf. B Average - Katrina Alex­ ander, Chris Baker, Mandy Beemer, Carrie Blakney, Jon Bowers, Brent Braden, Aaron Brandenburg, Charles Brisco, Corey Clouse, Jennifer Col­ lier, Kevin Conkey, Nettie Emery, Gideon Groom, Man­ di Galovic, Misty Haley, Jason Halliwill, David Koch, Richie Krebs, Amy LaDere, Bess Ann Martin, John Nash, Jared Osborne, Amy Parish, Ray Rathbun, Rachel Ritenburgh, Derek Sadler, Brady Simpson, Casey Smith, Kristina Spotts, Nicholas Thompson, Mason Trowbridge, Stacy VanTyle, Heidi Vedder, Nick Waara, Matt Williams, Seth Wright. Barry County COA lunch menu, events Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 20 Chuck roast, french style green beans, scalloped potatoes, bread, oleo, fruit. Thursday, March 21 Meatloaf, baked potatoes, spinach, bread, oleo, dessert. Khdmetow LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville GE OK CREDIT - Friday, March 22 Macaroni and cheese, broc­ coli, carrots, dessert. Monday, March 25 Salisbury steak, parsley potatoes, European blend, bread, oleo, fruit. Tuesday, March 26 Tuna noodle casserole, peas, spinach, dessert. Events Wednesday, March 20 Hastings, matinee and popcorn. Thursday, March 21 Hastings, games or cards; Nashville, bingo; Delton, Judy Walker from Pennock on Insurance. Friday, March 22 Hastings, games or cards; Nashville, popcorn. Monday, March 25 Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, March 26 - All sites puzzles. Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 20 Hamburger gravy, mashed potatoes, cherry sauce, butter sandwich. Thursday, March 21 Pizza, diced carrots, peaches. Friday, March 22 Hotdog/bun, peas, applesauce. Monday, March 25 Tacos/chips, lettuce/cheese, fruit mix, butter sandwich. Tuesday, March 26 Pizza buns, carrots, pears, graham crackers. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost, choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 20 Nacho chips, taco meat and cheese, green beans, bread and butter sandwich, pears. Thursday, March 21 Pizza, com, peanut butter sandwich, pickles, applesauce. Friday, March 22 No school. Possible snow. Make Up Day. Monday, March 25 Hot dog on bun, french fries, com, peaches. Tuesday, March 26 Taco’s w/lettuce and cheese, green beans, pears, cookies. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 20 ’Salad, *Taco’s, ’Lettuce and cheese, com, fruit juice, bread and butter. Thursday, March 21 ’Salad, ’Chicken patty bun, french fires, apple. No salad bar. Friday, March 22 No School. Possible make up day. Monday, March 25 ’Salad, *Hamburger/bun, *Cheeseburger/bun, TriTaters, Peaches. Tuesday, March 26 ’Salad, ’Ravioli, ’Com Dog, mixed vegetables, pears, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: ’Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. • NOTICE • VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP ANNUAL MEETING ...will be held Saturday, March 30,1991 at 1:00 p.m. in the Opera House. Janice L. Baker Clerk Maple Valley Community Education ENRICHMENT CLASSES CLASS WKS.PLACE TIME FEE DATE 6-10 p.m. $30 4/8/917 INST. MONDAY • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware Office Update* Introduction ot the IBM/PC Accounting* Typing Step-TEEN $18 7-9 p.m. 6-10 p.m. $30 $30 6-10 p.m. 7-9 p.m. no fee 4/15/916 4/8/917 4/8/917 4/15/916 MVHS Wolff MVHS MVHS MVHS MVHS Steinbrecher Wolff Wolff Hager TUESDAY Exercise $2 4/9/91 per session Jr. Karate 6-7 p.m. $12 4/9/91 Open Karate 6-8 p.m. $20 4/9/91 Welding & Machine Shopz6-10 p.m. $30 4/9/91 Computer Science* 6-10 p.m. $30 4/9/91 MaplewoodGurd 8-9 p.m. 8 8 7 7 MaplewoodOSKA MaplewoodOSKA MVHS Kipp MVHS Hunt THURSDAY Exercise 852-0882 SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS Woodworking* Beg. & Adv. Word Processing Gymnastics Bonzai 7-8 p.m. $2 4/11/91 per session 6-10 p.m. $30 4/11/917 MaplewoodGurd MVHS Schneiderhan 6- 10 p.m. 3-4 p.m. 7- 9 p.m. MVHS Fuller St. MVHS Christie Thompson Byington $30 4/11/917 $40 4/11/918 $12 4/18/814 'Indicates there will be an extra charge for materials. “When I’m In Charge” Workshop ■ April 30,1991 - 3:15-5:30 p.m., MVHS Auditorium, 4th to 6th grades, $1.00 For further information or Q E O £1Q *7 E to enroll, call... x BGOooooaGoooooooMMoooGOMCfetoocM^oiWMMoeoooeoeQGooooocs �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1991 — Page 11 From Our Readers Have something to sei I., advertise in The Maple Valley News... Reach over 4,500 area homes! Local grad saved lives in desert war To whom it may concern: j, 1 *«:&; ffc. Hfoj &** a ““Sumi IftM mat^Mrij *tai W(« ixtl H Wi lljafe tai’J Rdtile^ ej® 1». pidltj, rotte« » ril taUWitei a® idt«iwij ffiWaisi. n< miMs IOIM ;$llmltytaw® jlheOperaHoyse. My name is ILt. John P. Moore. I am the first platoon leader of Co/C, 20th Engineer Battalion. I am writing to you because of a heroric deed of a member of your community, who is presently stationed in Saudi Arabia with myself. His name is SFC. Russell A. Copen, a 1976 graduate of Maple Valley High School. On the morning of Feb. 20, Sergeant Copen was leading a convoy traveling west on top line road 20 miles east of Rafha, six miles south of the Iraqi border. The roads were wet from the rain the night before and very slick. Sgt. Copen came upon an over turned five-ton truck that had left the road and was laying on its side. Copen stopped the convoy to see what had hap­ pened. When he went to the truck he started shouting “I need help over here.” The accident had just hap­ pened. There were five soldiers badly hurt inside the vehicle. One ofthe soldiers was hurt really bad. He was missing his right arm and had a open chest wound. He was not breathing. Two other soldiers also were not breathing and had head wounds and other very serious injuries. The two other soldiers had only minor injuries, but were EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE unable to move or help their comrades. Sgt. Copen was the only member of the convoy who was a combat life saver. What he did in 15 minutes meant life or death of the soldiers who were involved in the accident. After all the soldiers were pulled from the truck, Copen performed CPR on all of the soldiers who were not breathing and had no signs of life. He alone restored the breathing of the three very seriously injured soldiers. As soon as one soldier was breathing, he then went to another. He started TV’s and treated injuries. While doing this he ordered his driver to call a Medivac chopper, and told him to tell them to bring a doctor. Copen showed no panic at all. He knew what to do, and he did it. After treating all the soldiers, he kept running back and forth to all the injured to make sure they were doing all right and to assure them medical help was on the way. Then one of his soldiers cried out, “He’s not breathing.” Copen ran to the injured soldier and started CPR. The soldier’s airway was clogged and there was no way to open it By then, the chopper had arrived. Copen yelled out that he needed medical help. The doctor ran over and Copen ex­ plained what was wrong with the soldier. The doctor then said, “we must cut an airway, I’m going to need your help.” Copen yelled to soldiers to get the rest of the injured soldiers on board the chopper, then told the doctor he was ready. While Copen performed CPR, the doctor cut an air­ way. About two minutes later, the soldier was breathing. After the soldier was doing fine, he was then loaded on the helicopter and transported to a field hospital. Copen then stayed at the ac­ cident site to inform the military police and CID what had happened. Later that day, CoC. Flowers, the Brigade com­ mander, came to our unit and decorated SFC. Copen for his valor and heroism. He also summed up Sgt. Copen’s heroics this way: “It is because of men like Sgt. Copen that America will win this war. Men that go above and beyond the call ofduty, to do what is right.” It is because of Copen that two of those men later return­ ed to their unit. Two more are recovering from their injuries in a hospital somewhere in Germany, to be returned to the United States and their families. The other soldier died two days later from his injuries. Ifit wasn’t for Sgt. Copen’s actions on that day, three U.S. soldiers would have died. I am proud to have SFC. Copen as my platoon sergeant. He is a great credit to his family and community, his unit, and the United States Army. Sincerely, John P. Moore ILt. United States Army Engineer Two-day computer workshop planned for area's farmers MAPLE VALLEY Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HMS Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR... Eves. DOC OVERHOLT SANDY LUNDQUIST HUBERT DENNIS DON STEINBRECHER GARRY KNOLL Eves. JERI BAKER MONTVILLE- Small home (could NASHVILLE • 5 BEDROOM HOME (or 8 rooms plus 3 room efficiency apartment upstairs). Many recent improvements. 2 car garage & large breezeway. (N-367) be 3 bedrooms), new roof & new siding. Mature shade. Listed at $39,000. Maple Valley Schools!!! (CH-378) EAST OF SUNFIELD, ...will be held Tuesday, March 26,1991 at 7:00 p.m. in the Opera House with the Regular Board Meeting to follow. Janice L. Baker Clerk - NATURAL CASE - Nashville "turn of the century" 3 bedroom, 2 story home, hardwood floors in dining area, attractive brick fireplace in living room. Screened in porch. Must see to appreciate! Call Garry. (N-354) PRICE NEW LISTING: BELLEVUE SCHOOLS • 5 ACRES - "Starter home," good location, !6 mi. east of M-66, easy access to Pennfield or Battle Creek. Price: $35,000. Possible land contract terms. Call Don. (CH-383) Large 4 bedroom "country home", paved road, nice shade trees. Lakewood Schools, 22 miles to Lansing (more land available). Call Sandy. (CH-370) SPACIOUS “COUNTRY BRICK” ON 1 ACRE • MAPLE VALLEY - Nice 7 room, 3 bedroom brick home. 1st floor laundry, high effi­ ciency furnace, oak cabinets, many newer improvements, large wolmanized deck, 48x32 (plus 12x20) garage & work­ shop and a 24x32 garage w/ dog kennel. All this on a blacktop road in a beautiful scenic setting. Every home buyer will love this one!! (CH-374) VACANT LAND: NEAR VERMONTVILLE: (4) 10 acre parcels and (3) 1.5 acre par­ cels available, all on blacktop roads and land contract terms. Also, a 2 ACRE PARCEL in village limits. Land contract terms. (VL-359) 30 ACRES ■ 4 ACRES WOODED • FARM STATE ROAD WEST OF M-66 - APPROX. 14 ACRES - Near MV north of Nashville, 2 story, 3 bedroom home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog bam, 36x48 basement barn. Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) Approx. 24 acres seeded to alfalfa & 4 acres wooded. Blacktop road. Price: $21,500. (VL-379) High School. Good building site w/possible pond site. Call Hubert Dennis. (VL-364) NEW LISTING: 80 ACRE IF YOU ARE THINKING OF MAKING A CHANGE (SELLING OR BUYING), PLEASE GIVE US A CALL! SPRING BUYERS ARE LOOKING NOW! Rolling, some trees, good building sites, "country view." Located between Nashville & Hastings. Call Hubert Dennis. (VL-365) APPROX. 40 ACRES - 20 ACRES ■ PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. GET A WHALE OF A DEAL ON: Lawn Tractors! Lawn & Garden Tractors! Garden Tractors! Mowers! Riding Mowers! Chipper/ Shredders! Tillers! 12 HP CRUISMATIC® LAWN TRACTOR * ‘1799.00*...................... 16 HP HYDROSTATIC ‘2599.00*...................... 18 HP CRUISEMATIC ’2599.00* 14 HP CRUISEMATIC ‘1749.00*....................... 14 HP HYDROSTATIC PER MONTH PER MONTH PER MONTH $*/12*O0 PER MONTH PER OV MONTH •2199.00* 14 HP CRUISEMATIC, 4-WHEEL STEERING ‘2199.00* • NOTICE • EARLY AMERICAN WOODWORK & OAK ■ OPEN STAIR­ REDUCED! $64,SOO! On 2 acres - GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051 VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP BUDGET HEARING 726-0223 852-1740 852-1543 726-0122 852-1784 852-0786 726-1171 ON 5 ACRES NORTHWEST OF VER­ k Farmers interested in learn­ ing additional software to manage their farm business are invited- to a two-day workshop sponsored by the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service. The workshop will focus on electronic spreadsheets like Lotus 1-2-3, VP Planner, Quatro Pro and shareware named AsEasyAs. Actual farm examples on shareware will be used that the par­ ticipants will be able to take home and use. The workshop is for users ofIBM compatible hardware. Interested persons must pre­ register with the Extension Service, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte, 48813 (telephone 517/543-2310 or 372-5594). The registration fee is $44 per family. MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 18 HP ZERO-TURN RADIUS •‘5095.00* $1329°° Freight and Prep Additional o Per mo PER .... OU MONTH $1LOQOfi PER MONTH •FREIGHT AND PREP ADDITIONAL SALE ENDS MAY 31, 1991 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 738 E. Sherman St., Nashville, Ml 49073 Phone (517) 852-1910 WHITE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1991 Page 12 Buchanan and Ashcraft united in marriage Amy Ann Buchanan and Margaret Ashcraft of Bradley Eugene Ashcraft Nashville are the parents of were united in marriage in a the groom. The bride, escorted by her double-ring ceremony on Saturday, Feb. 23, at the father, wore a floor-length Church of the Nazarene in gown of satin, accented in beads and sequins. Nashville. Attending the bride as maid The bride is the daughter of Al and Gloria Buchanan of of honor was Mindi Cronk of Hastings. Raymond and Hastings. Chris Swihart of Decks Additions Siding Insulation Armour’s Remodeling No Job Too Small” BRYON ARMOUR License #083426 Ph (517) 852-9313 after 5:00 112 Cleveland St. Nashville, Ml 49073 COBB Richard R. 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Stanley Wilkins of Hastings and Jerrica Ashcraft of Nashville were ring bearer and flower girl. Paul Buchanan, brother of the bride, sang “We’ve Only Just Begun” and “The Wedding Song.” Stan and Bobbie Wilkins of Hastings and Jr. and Wilma Bump served as master and mistress of ceremonies. The guest book was presid­ ed over by Jennifer Chase of Hastings. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at V.F.W. Hall in Nashville. After a short honeymoon the couple made their home at Thomapple Lake Estates in Nashville. Eaton County Ag Agent named— liwwithit • Easter Prints • Floral Chintz Jjy • Eyelet 1/3 Off In Stock Patterns * McCALL • SIMPLICITY • KW1K SEW Machine Repair by Mr. J Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station 218 E. State St., Hastings Stanley J. Moore, of Wyoming, Mich., began duties March 15 as the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice agricultural agent for Eaton County. Moore graduated from MSU in 1987 with a bachelor’s degree in animal science. He was the herd manager for Nauta Farms near Ada from 1988 to 1989 and has since worked for the Van Eerden Company in Grand Rapids. Moore will be responsible for providing leadership for Extension programs in dairy and livestock production, with emphasis on farm manage­ ment, marketing, agricultural engineering and biotechnology for farm pro­ duction systems. Ph. 945-9673 OPEN: Mon.-Thurs. 8-5:30; Fri. 8-7; Sat. 9-5:30 USED LAWN & CARDEN TRACTORS Checked over ready to work 6 to 18 hp. • 30 to Choose from 28” to 48” Decks TROWBRIDGE AUTO PARTS and SERVICE CENTER • Simplicity • BCS • Snapper 130 S. Main, Vermontville, Ml (517) 726-0569 sVtn | 9g45s 44S9a3 nori t1a8r0 y0 S86e6r4v49ic3e, | /lil\ 'safety' Ben Mudry (left) and Matt Knoll were among members of Nashville Boy Scout Troop 176 seen gathering sap from the village maples last Saturday. The Scouts help with the annual community syrup­ making project by tapping trees and collecting sap for boiling by Nashville Syrup Association volunteers at the Sugar Shanty in Putnam Park. The yearly project, dating back to 1942, provides an excellent fund­ raising opportunity for local organizations. Serving Hastings & Barry County Communities Since 1950 945-4493 or-- - 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL ■ INDUSTRIAL clean Courteous Dependable THORNAPPLE VALLEY DAILY & WEEKLY PICK-UPS • MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS LANDFILL 90 Gallon Kart Service Available �WEST MICHIGAN’S Best Advertising Buy! shopper > 1952 North Broadway — P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Michigan 49058 306 West Columbia Avenue Battle Creek. Michigan 49015 (616) 945-9554 (616) 965-3955 DEADLINE FRIDAY at 5:00 P.M. Prior to Tuesday Publication TOTAL AUDITED DISTRIBUTION . < C CQA ao-visor -- - DEADLINE MONDAY at 5:00 P.M. 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April 3 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee 8 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds, Hastings. April 4 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds, Hastings. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE (517) were 62,212 fires reported statewide in 1989, AAA Michigan reports. The latest available data shows there were 1,143 casualties statewide that year, with children under age 11 ac­ counting for one-fifth of the injuries and deaths. “Parents can help prevent children from becoming fire injury victims by taking measures in the home and teaching proper evacuation techniques,” said AAA Michigan Community Safety Services Manager Robert V. 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Each unit should be checked monthly to make sure it’s working properly. Batteries should be replaced annually,” he added. Parents should develop a fire safety plan to teach children what to do if a fire occurs and practice family fire evacuation drills frequently. The following are life-saving techniques that families should practice: • Identify two escape routes from a room, through a door and window. Practice opening them with youngsters. Show them how to operate door locks and identify an object that will break a window, if necessary. • Since smoke rises, the only fresh air will be near floor level. Upon hearing a smoke alarm, children should drop to the floor and crawl low under the smoke toward the nearest escape route. If in bed, crawl to the bedroom door and feel it with the back ofthe hand. If it is too hot, do not open and proceed to the Southwest Barry Recreation Assoc, summer sign-ups set Signups for the Southwest Barry Recreation Association summer leagues are just around the comer. Youth leagues, including tee-ball, softball, pony league and girl’s fast pitch, will be held during parent-teacher conferences March 20 and 21. Organizational meetings for adult leagues will be held March 25 (women), 26 (men), and 27 (youth). All meetings will be at 7:30 p.m. in the Delton-Kellogg High School Media Center. The youth leagues are joint ventures co-funded by the school system and the United Way, while the men’s and women’s leagues are self­ supported. Any further information may be obtained by contacting the Community Education of­ fice at 623-9200. Maple Valley area freestyle wrestlers attend tourneys Maple Valley area freestyle wrestlers made a good show­ ing at two area tournaments on Saturday, wrestling at Ionia. Zachary Trumble (8 and under) placed first, Tim Wawiemia (9 and 10) placed second and Tony Appleman (13 and 14) placed first. At Lansing Sexton High School, Matt Thome took a first in the 8 and under group. Nine and 10 year olds medal- ing were Christopher Magoon with a first and Kyle Lackscheide with a second. Placing in the 11-12 year old bracket were Nick Garza, Chris Gonzer, Tyler Robins and David Taylor with first places and Scott Herman with a second place. Saturday, March 23rd the Charlotte Freestyle Wrestling Club travels to Waverly High School while the Lakewood Wrestling Club will host their own tournament. NOW’S THE TIME TO REPAIR Lawn Tractors • Mowers - Tillers We repair most makes, pick-up and delivery available. TROWBRIDGE’S Auto Parts & Service Center 130 S. Main, Vermontville 517-726-0569 HARDI - Trailer Sprayers window exit. If the door is not hot, open slowly with right shoulder against the door. If smoke is not too dense, crawl low to the main exit. If smoke is thick, close door and pro­ ceed out the window exit, still crawling low. • Do not attempt to return to the home for treasured items or pets. • A fire ladder should be stored at the bottom of the window that can be hung out­ side for small children to use if their room is on an upper level. • Designate a meeting place for family members safely away from the fire. “The most important thing to stress to children is not to panic in a fire,” Cullen said. “Instead, they should react quickly and rationally to the danger.” Meadowlake Lemon’s Harlem Knights bring comedy basketball to Kellogg Arena April 3 Chivalry is not dead and the Harlem Knights are coming to the Kellogg Arena to prove it. These Knights of the Round Ball will entertain the Battle Creek area with their unique brand of magic and sport­ smanship on Wednesday, April 3, at 7:30 p.m. Meadowlark Lemon, the Comedy King of Basketball, leads his Hoop Troop with more than 30 years of profes­ sional basketball experience. Beginning his illustrious career in 1956, basketball’s Comedy King has traveled the world over delighting countless millions of fans with his courtside antics and amaz­ ing skills. He is truly the world’s premier Court Jester. Like the Knights of Old, Meadowlark apprenticed himselfto his craft at a tender age, and he has dedicated his life to his love of basketball and comedy. Tickets for this show are on sale now for $10.75 and $8.75. Tickets are available at the Kellogg Arena Box Office and all Ticketmaster outlets, including Hudson’s and Rock Cafe. To charge by phone, call 616/965-3308. A group discount is available at the Kellogg Arena Box office for groups of 10 or more. Court­ side seats are available for $15.25. There are also a limited number ofbench seats available for $25.25. In the service HARDI Diaphragm Pump The HEART OF THE HARDI SYS­ TEM. Positive displacement, low maintenance, self-priming, rugged disphragm pump. 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CLASSIFIED 24 is your 24-HOUR classified placement and information line from « voice communica­ tion service of J-Aa Graphics, Inc. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1991 — Page 16 WIC COUPONS DOUBLE COUPONS Where Pleasing You Pleases Us" 160 S. Main, Vermontville OPEN Mon.-Fri. 8 to 8; Sat. 8 to 6; Sun. 9 to 3 726-0640 ' America’s Finest DOUBLE MANUFACTURERS' COUPONS OFFER limited to Mfys. coupon of 50« or less In value and limited to one coffee and cigarette coupon per family —UMIT ONE COUPON per ITEM. capistarwnc. America’s Finest Boneless Bottom \ Fresh Whole Hamburge Round Chuck steak Roast [.America’s Finest CHICKEN EVERYDAY Fresh Chicken '/ Breast/ / NOW EVERYDAY $11■b 9 //“9 QOuartters spg / America’s Finest Boneless Bottom ROUND Roast EVERYDAY Fresh Lg. Red Ripe Wash. Xtra Fancy Red Juicy Thompson Seedless U.S. *1 3-lb. box Crisp Sweet Lg. 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Church Street Hastings, MI. 49058 M/ M/d d ^J'NCS, M, *038 „ e'a* Nk r 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. 119 - No. 35 — Tuesday, March 26, 1991 Nashville Lions donate to Pennock Hospital chapel project by Susan Hinckley Pennock Hospital Chaplain Cathy Vessecchia delivered a heartwarming appeal to the Nashville Lions Club in support of the new hospital chapel. StaffWriter An appeal from Pennock Hospital Chaplain Cathy Vessecchia prompted the Nashville Lions Club to donate $250 to the hospital chapel project last week. , The contribution will help furnish the newly-renovated room on the first floor of the hospital in Hastings. Vessecchia spoke to the club after last Monday’s din­ ner meeting at Peace United Methodist Church at Bar­ ryville. Ladies of the church served a chicken dinner to some 60 people, including Lions, their wives and guests, in the church basement before the meeting was adjourned to the sanctuary. Kenneth Hawblitz, first vice president of the club, in­ troduced Vessecchia, who has been chaplain at Pennock Hospital the past 14 years and is chaplain and counselor in the ladies’ ministry at Nashville Baptist Church. The hospital chapel has become a pet project for Vessecchia, who told the Nashville Lions, “I would like to see all of you have a fingerprint on it.” She said that while the hospital has paid for the renovation work, she is trying to raise funds from indepen­ dent sources for the fur­ nishings, which include a The newest member of the Nashville Lions Club is Fred Corkins, who was nducted Monday evening with his wife, Dorothy, at his side. His sponsor, Lion Herb Frith, stands at left as Russ Furlong, club president, conducts the ceremony. $2,000 stained glass window. A sofa and paintings of restful scenes by local artists also are planned. Vessecchia estimated $1,000 should cover this. She said she already has received a donation of . one area painting by Vermontville artist Marilyn Wright. Vessecchia said she was See Lions, on page 5 Friends of Putnam Library honor Mary Hay by Susan Hinckley Mary Hay, a founding member and longtime officer of the Friends of Putnam Public Library, was awarded an engraved plaque Monday in appreciation of her service. Making the presentation is Dr. Michael Callton, newly-elected president of the organization. StaffWriter Mary Hay, a founding of member ofthe Friends of Put­ nam Public Library of Nashville, received special recognition at last Monday’s meeting at the library. Hay has served as an officer for 11 of the 12 years the organization has existed. She recently retired as president, but remains active as a member. “If the library could speak it would say ‘Thank you,”’ said Dr. Michael Callton, newly-elected FOL president, in presenting a plaque to Hay. Callton noted that she is truly a “friend of the library.” Other members present at the session said Hay had been their inspiration and a driving force behind the many FOL projects that have aided Put­ nam library. These range from sponsorship of the an­ nual Children’s Story Hour events to conducting a yearly spring cleaning of the library. The group also is responsi­ ble for book sales and bake sales that have raised funds to benefit the library, including purchase of such items as a movie projector, a vaccum cleaner, and lighting fixtures in the new Children’s Wing. During Hay’s tenure, the FOL also compiled and published a cookbook filled with recipes contributed by local women. One ofthe group’s first ma­ jor undertakings was a 1980 project in which a small second-story room was renovated and furnished to serve as the library’s Rare Book Room. Hay was one of the volunteers who helped strip away old wallpaper and replace it with new. The group also bought a period desk and chair for an alcove in the tiny room that had served as maid’s quarters when the Charles Putnams lived in the 1884-85 home that has been Nashville’s public library since 1923. Also at last Monday’s (March 18) meeting, the Friends planned their annual Easter Bake Sale to be con­ ducted from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 30, at the Nashville branch of Hastings City Bank. Dr. Callton also announced that the FOL plans to conduct a sale of a collection of old issues ofLife magazine dating back to 1940. He said a few of them mgy be offered in con­ nection with the Easter bake sale to determine the amount of public interest. The general sale will be conducted at a later date. Reading Month observed New Maple Valley Superintendent Ozzie Parks read to second-graders in the classroom of Salli Jo Affolder at Fuller Street Elementary Monday as part of Reading Month observance. The students had written a letter to Dr. Parks in January, welcoming him to the com­ munity and asking about his new duties here. Parks also read in 15-minutes stints Monday to Mary Papraneck's first-graders and Tammy Wilde's thirdgraders. As part of the ongoing event, guest readers will be featured throughout March. In This Issue... Junior Bible Quiz Team are state champs Nashville Harvest Fest agenda set Syrup cooking contest to be held Quilt honors former Nashville president �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 26, 1991 — Page 2 All systems 'go' for annual event Tentative agenda drawn for '91Nashville Harvest Fest by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter It appears that all systems are “go” fora 1991 Nashville Harvest Festival despite a serious lack of volunteers. A schedule of proposed events was compiled at a festival committee meeting last Thursday evening at the home of Mary Ohler. There had been some fear that the Chamber of Commerce-sponsored festival might have to be canceled this year because of a lack of support. Plans ofthe Muzzleloaders’ Association to’ hold their seventh annual weekend Rendezvous in Nashville Aug. 16-18 inspired a handful of local volunteers to try again to stage a traditional Harvest Festival in conjunction with the popular encampment event. The festival activities are scheduled for Saturday only. “We may keep it small,” said Ohler, who added that ad- ditional volunteer involve­ breakfast event at the fire ment is needed to organize bam, reported Ohler, and they and support various festival have offered to stage a water­ ball fight Saturday afternoon. events. A return of the popular A proposed itinerary was approved at Thursday’s Harvest Festival Ox Roast meeting. Ruth Beardslee was suggested by the commit­ agreed again to take charge of tee. Serving would commence arranging an 11 a.m. Grand in the late afternoon. Commit­ Parade. It was suggested that tee members said they hoped a children’s bicycle the Nashville Lions Club decorating contest precede the might want to take on that pro­ parade, in which all the ject as a fund-raiser. Other food ideas discussed youngsters then would be in­ but rejected for various vited to ride. Children’s games will be reasons included a community staged in a central downtown potluck picnic and ice cream area between noon and 4 social. Nashville resident Jeff p.m., according to tentative plans. An arts and crafts show Zank, who is employed by the will be held on the grounds of Barry County Health Depart­ the Riverside Receational ment, was present at the Development Park behind the meeting to offer some advice business district. Ohler is tak­ on regulations governing such ing charge of lining up ven­ events. Music to accompany the dors for that show, but said she will need help to schedule evening meal will be furnish­ ed, it is hoped, by various reservations. The Nashville Fire Depart­ local bands or individual ment again is making plans to musicians. Arrangements also have their successful pancake are being made for a square CHILDREN AND LOSS HOW WE CAN HELP THEM Pray Funeral Home in cooperation with the Charlotte Public School System and Charlotte Inter-Church Council would like to invite you to a community wide program focused on CHILDREN HANDLING THE DIFFICULT TOPIC OF DEATH. The presenter, Mr. David Techner is a nationally known authority on this topic. Mr. Techner, a Funeral Director, has spoken to many school and community groups as well as appearing on many nationally televised broadcasts. His presentation, aimed at parents as well as children of all ages, centers on the areas of: •how children deal with death -how to explain this topic to children •children’s reactions and how they appear to others -how to help children come to terms with a death of a family member or peer. Mr. Techner’s message is an important one for us all. Tuesday Evening, April 9th at 7:00 p.m. in the Charlotte High School Lecture Room. Family Serving Families Since 1923 PrayfuneralMome, Jnc. 401 W. Seminary, Charlotte (517) 543-2950 RllSt A Trust 100 Funeral Home and a Member ofThe Order ofThe Golden Rule dance demonstration. This proved to be a popular even­ ing attraction at the 1990 festival. The spectacular fireworks show that capped the last two annual celebrations will be missing this year. Even with the at-cost price allowed by the manufacturer, W. D. Fireworks of Nashville, the 1990 display ran about $3,000, said Ohler. “Unless we hear from other organizations that are willing to help, we won’t have fireworks,” she added. Ohler said the Nashville firemen had already offered a contribution toward fireworks, but she feels that the total cost of the show is prohibitive. Another consideration of the committee in deciding against a fireworks show this year is the cost of liability in­ surance. Dave Mace, presi­ dent of the Chamber of Com­ merce, said a one-day policy to cover festivities that include fireworks is $1,500. Committee members sug­ gested instead that the early evening crowd could be enter­ tained by a hot-air balloor launch. Last year’s scheduled launch proved a disappoint­ ment when a Battle Creek balloonist failed to show up. despite pre-payment. But a large number of of spectators had gathered in anticipation of the event. Mace said that another Bat­ tle Creek balloonist has con­ tacted him to express regrets about the actions of the “no­ show” member of their club, and had offered to bring one or more balloons to Nashville at no cost for a festival launch this year. Passengers probably would not be allowed, said Mace, but the launches should be entertaining. The committee members also said they would ask the Muzzleloaders to stage demonstrations such as blacksmithing, basket weav­ ing, etc., at scheduled times for the benefit of festival viewers. The group encamp­ ment portrays facets of Indian and pioneer life of the 19th century. Last year’s canoe shoot on the Thomapple River was one of the Muzzleloaders’ most popular competitive events. It has been scheduled again this year, as have other shooting matches at their campsite on the old Riverside ball field, just south of the new ball Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL VERMONTVILLE CATHOLIC CHURCH BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............. 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wednesday: AWANA............ 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin .... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ....... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M.. Worship........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study........... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR 16605763 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Church Service ....... 11 a.m. 304 Phillips St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School . . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG Sun. 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 Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship............ .11 P.M. Worship............ ...7 Wednesday Evening Worship..................... .7 REV. ALAN METTLER a.m. schedule of events and contact persons will be listed. “The sooner we get started the better response we’ll get,” observed Ohler. Nashville's 1991 Harvest Festival will be held in August in conjunction with the seventh annual Muzzleloaders' Rendezvous here. Headquarters of the encampment is the old Riverside athletic field and some of the participants are seen in this file photo of last year's event. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) METHODIST CHURCH REV. RICHARD YOUNG park. The festival committee plans to have a flyer published and ready for distribution by June 1, to promote the upcom­ ing celebration. A tentative A.M. Worship Sun. School . . .9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH a.m. p.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11a.m. Church School ....... 11 a.m. p.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (14 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service ........... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 26, 1991 — Page 3 Cooking contest reinstated for Syrup Festival by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The return of an event that proved popular at earlier Ver­ montville Syrup festivals will be welcome news to many area cooks. For the first time in several years, a “Cooking With Maple Syrup Contest” is planned in conjunction with the annual upcoming April 26-28 celebration. “There has been some in­ terest shown in bringing it back,” noted Lorna Wilson, contest chairperson. Others serving with her on the committee are Audrey Hartenburg and Flossie Corey. Rules of the contest were drawn up at a recent meeting of the group. All entries must contain maple syrup or maple sugar. The six categories in- clude candy and maple sugar, cakes, cookies, pies, breads and miscellaneous. Each contestant may enter one item in each category, if desired. The recipe or a list of ingredients must accompany every entry. First-, second-, and third-place prizes will be awarded in each category. Entries must be registered by noon Friday, April 26, at the Maple Manor (sugar shan- Letter to the Editor Join for fight against Collier-Mud Creek drain Many Lakewood area residents may be unaware of the proposed project on the Collier-Mud Creek Drain and how it may affect them. The proposed work current­ ly has a near $1 million dollar price tag, which by comple­ tion could easily rise to one and a half million dollars. The bulk of this cost would be paid by the landowners within this watershed district. However, the balance will be paid by the public in Barry, Eaton and Ionia counties, in­ directly from their tax dollars. As you may know, there is a call for expansion to our schools with additions or new school buildings. It would be impossible for most lan­ downers to consider paying higher taxes for new schools if they are burdened with this drain project. I am sure we can all agree that our children’s educational needs far exceed the need of this extravagant drain project. Aside from the financial issue, there are environmental effects that would be un­ forgivable. There are several areas of wetlands adjacent to this crack that will seriously affected. Wetlands are nature’s water purification systems for our underground water supplies. The loss of any wetlands results in a loss of waterfowl nesting and rearing habitat, along with necessary habitat for many other birds and animals. Eleven different lakes and several private ponds flow in­ to this drain and could be seriously affected by lower water tables caused by the deepening of this creek. Mud Creek is used by suckers, pike and muskellunge for their spawn­ ing runs. The brush and weed growth along the waters edge is essential cover for these fish as they migrate upstream to reproduce. The proposed work would clear all brush, weeds and trees from the banks for a con­ siderable distance. In some areas, this creek bank growth is the only remaining wildlife habitat. We hear daily about the out­ cry to stop the cutting of the rain forest, while locally our land is cleared at an alarming rate. As the wooded areas af­ fected by this drain project are dried out many will certainly be cleared for more farm land or building sites. Area citizens have filed suit to stop this project. Anyone concerned in hepling fight this proposal, please sign a peti­ tion and donate funds. You need not be a resident of this areas to help. Interested par­ ties please contact. The Collier-Mud Creek Citizens Committee: Chairman Jim Smith, (616) 367-4049; Secretary Carol Hewitt, (616) 367-4017; Treasurer Robert Crockford, (616) 367-4584; Board Member Billie Remes, (616) 367-4811; or Board Member Dave Suntken, (616) 367-4865. David W. Suntken ty) in Vermontville. Judging will take place that afternoon, and the entries will remain on display in the building until 4 p.m. Sunday. Wilson said contestants of any age are welcome to par­ ticipate but no allowance for age will be made in judging. All entries will compete in the same field. Wilson stressed that the contest is open to anyone, not just syrup pro­ ducers, but all entries must contain real maple syrup. The idea is that it be an educational event. “People come and buy a gallon of syrup and then ask, ‘OK, now how do we use it?’ ” commented Wilson. “We thought if we revived the con­ test they could see how they can use the syrup in different ways.” Prizes of ribbons and cash will be awarded to winners in all six categories. The committee plans to sell coffee and cookies made with maple syrup at the manor dur­ ing the exhibit. Anyone who wants more details about the contest may contract Wilson at 852-9193; Hartenburg at 726-0502; or Corey at 726-0248. Lorna Wilson, chairwoman of the Cooking With Maple Syrup Contest, prepares to stir of a batch of goodies made with genuine homemade maple syrup. Six categories of entries will be accepted in the con­ test, which will be held in conjuction with the upcom­ ing Vermontville Syrup Festival. Regardless ofwhat you've heard, IRA's still make dollars... and sense! Ifyou begin to deposit at age 35, you will have *72,627.03 by age 60. Ifyou begin to deposit at age 55, you will have *6,236.72 by age 60. Ifyou begin to deposit at age 45, you will have *27,979.97 by age 60. Ifyou begin to deposit at age 25, you will have *164,304.24 by age 60. Your retirement may be the single most important investment you’ll ever make. Will Social Security be enough for you when YOU retire? The figures show how an annual deposit of *1,000.00 will grow based on Eaton Federal’s current IRA 1 Year Certificate rate of 7.20% with an effective annual yield of 7.46%. This projection assumes that the deposit is made on the first day of the year, and that additional deposits are made on the first day of each year thereafter until reaching the age of 60. Eaton Federal Penalty for Early Withdrawal Rate Subject to Change at Maturity Nashville Blood drive is March 27 The Barry County chapter of the American Red Cross will conduct a blood drive Wednesday afternoon, March 27, at the Nashville United Methodist Community House. Hours are 12:30 to 6:15 p.m. Chairperson Sue Fawley said organizers are hoping for a good turnout of donors. “The blood supply is down,” reports Fawley. “We need help.” Bank United StliU* * OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FDIC INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 �Th« Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 26, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... By Susan Hinckley Business changes, Easter plans were Nashville news 62 years ago by Susan Hinckley Main Street business changes, a locally-approved switch to daylight saving time, and plans for a com­ munity Good Friday service were front page news in Nashville 62 years ago this week. These and other stories ap­ peared in The Nashville News on March 28, 1929. Wenger Bros. Market in­ stalls modern equipment for cooling meats With the completion of the installation of an up-to-date refrigeration system, an iceless refrigerator counter and other equipment for sanitary handling of all kinds of meats, Wenger Bros, meat market claims one ofthe most up-to-the-minute establishments to be found in any town in Michigan of Herman Maurer to quit several times the size of business here with final sale With the opening of Nashville. Increasing business has business Wednesday morning, Herman Maurer started a brought a demand for more drive to close out his large convenient handling of meats, stock of dry goods, shoes and both fresh and smoked, and the Wenger brothers have met ready-to-wear garments, preparatory to quitting the this demand by the expen­ diture of a considerable sum retail business. for a cooling system operated Maurer has been in business in Nashville for a good many electrically, which, by means, years and has enjoyed splen­ of thermostatic control, automatically keeps their did patronage throughout these years. Pressure of other refrigerator and counters within a temperature of four business and interests degrees variaton both day and elsewhere is given as the night. reason for his retirement. The plant is located in the Slashing of prices, which mean big savings to the con­ basement of the store suming public, marks the building, and from there the close-out sale, every article system is piped to the various being marked for quick mov­ cooling units. By means of this system, their customers ing and Mr. Maurer expects to be closed out entirely, fix­ are assured a safe and sanitary supply of excel^it fresh tures and all, within a few weeks. At the opening of meats, attractively"isp1ayed^ in a modern refrigerator­ business Wednesday morning, counter, and in a room newly a large crowd thronged the decorated and renovated. sidewalk in front of the store, That the public will be waiting an opportunity to get quick to appreciate the efforts first choices of the bargains ofthe Wengers to give the ut­ being advertised. Maurer’s retirement from most in service and quality there is no doubt, and many the ranks of local retail dealers meets with regret compliments are due them for their progressiveness. from business associates as well as a large clientele. Nashville will set clocks However, best wishes of the community are his in ahead one hour Monday whatever line he may direct Nashville clocks will be his energies in the years to turned ahead one hour Mon­ come. day morning, April 1, if the village concurs in action ofthe Chamber of Commerce Mon­ day evening, when that body voted to change to “daylight saving” time with the first of the coming month. Longer days and shorter nights make the new time highly desirable, and it is thought there will be no opposition to putting the fast time in effect. The Village Council is ex­ pected to take action on the proposed change in time, making the new time univer­ sally used throughout this vicinity. Most towns in this section are following this plan of daylight saving, so that those who do not change over will be hopelessly one hour behind all the time. Ralph Hess buys brother’s interest in furniture, undertaking Effective immediately, Ralph Hess has purchased the interest of D.D. Hess in the furniture and undertaking business of Nashville and Vermontville. Announcement of the business deal comes as a surprise to their many friends and business acquain­ tances. Though D.D. has not as yet accepted any of the several propositions open to him in other places, the best wishes of the community follow in whatever locality he decides on. Ralph Hess, who will be the sole partner of his father, C.T. Hess, in the furniture and undertaking business, is an experienced and licensed mortician, having been in charge of the company’s Ver­ montville store for several years. His services will be at the disposal of those who desire them, and his years of experience are sure to mean pleasing results to future clients. -In March 1929, the people of Morgan, a small settlement near Thornapple Lake, were concerned about a new train schedule that would delay by one hour the arrival of their mail by the Michigan Central Railroad via Nashville. The tiny Morgan post office, seen here about the turn of the century with Postmaster Henry Sparks in front, was one of the small outlying offices that was later closed when service was consolidated into the Nashville post office. Good Friday services at Star Theatre Osborn’s report was given to chess, was married March 16 the supervisors last Oct. 1 up at South Bend, Ind., to Miss Nashville churches will to March 1 this year, a period Pauline Shaw of Charlotte. observe Good Friday this of five months, there were 10 Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. Gutchess week with a union service at deaths in the county home. will live in Battle Creek, the Star theatre, in which not (The county home was located where Mr. Gutchess has a fine only the churches, but at the present-day site of position. business and professional men Thornapple Manor on — Mrs. Eunice Mead, who will join. has been spending the winter Nashville Road.) At the Chamber of Com­ The first epidemic that ap­ with her children in their merce meeting Monday even­ peared at that institution in the respective homes, has return­ ing, it was voted to close 13 years Mr. Osborn has been ed home for the summer. For business places from 12:30 to connected with it was this the past several weeks Mrs. 2:30 p.m. Friday in order that year, when the flu broke out Mead has been visiting her proprietors and employees with great virulence. The son and family in Jackson. alike might cooperate with keepers of the home and — Erbie Zemke of Ver­ ministers of the various chur­ helpers, as well as the in­ montville and Miss Isabelle ches in town in the union ser- mates, were stricken with this Brumm of Nashville, vice, which will be held from malady. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed 1 until 2 p.m. in commemora­ Three deaths occurred that Brumm, were married at Ver­ tion of the crucifixion of were traceable directly to the montville March 14 by Rev. Jesus. flu. Four deaths have occur­ C. C. Mitchell. A reception Rev. Leason Sharp, pastor red since that time that were was given by the groom’s of the Presbyterian Church, due to its after effects. Three parents, Mr. and Mrs. Her­ Hastings, has been secured as were due to natural causes. man Zemke of Vermontville. speaker at this special service, The number of inmates in — One of the earliest and and special music will feature the county home remains prettiest flower beds to be the program. about the same as Oct. 1. seen so far this spring is that The Chamber of Com­ Several old people, who were of Mrs. H.C. Kleinhans, merce, in endorsing the action in great need of care and had almost in the News’ back ofthe churches, is in line with no one able to give it to them, yard. Mrs. Kleinhans has a the custom of other towns and have been brought to the splendid bed of crocus cities where business is county home since Oct. 1. blossoms, in various colors suspended from one to three and white, and presents one of hours on this particualr day in Local News the most welcome sights we order to give it proper obser— Ellis Gutchess of Battle See Memories, on page 7 vance. Business and profes­ Creek, son of Mrs. Dora Gutsional men should be com­ mended for having so wholeheatedly entered into the spirit of the plan. It is hoped a large attendance will hear the 1-517-852-0940 Hastings pastor. BOBBIE’S Nashville That the proprietor of the Commercial Hotel is generous to a fault is indicated in a re­ quest given the News Mon­ day. L. D. Miller, proprietor of the hotel, told the editor to tell “the person who took the gallon of mincement and milk from the hotel cupboard last Thursday night to leave their name and address at the News office, and the hotel manage­ ment will send them a sack of pastry flour also.” To make mince pies, so they say? it is necessary to have a crust, for which flour is highly .desirable, and the mincemeat shouldn’t be wasted. Therefore, if the per­ son who committed the theft wants mince pies, he should certainly claim the flour. What was to become Herman Maurer's dry goods store is seen in the center of this circa-1907 photo, just right of O.G. Munroe's "Star." At that time the business wna°WjL byHenry C- Glasner. Maurer became his partner in the summer of 1908 and bought out Glasner's interest the following February. A Maple Grove Township native, Maurer was educated at what is i now Central Michigan UniversiUniversi­ ty at Mt. Pleasant and taught there nine years. Swanson Commercial Food Equip­ ment Service now occupies the former Maurer store site on asv es an Street. Introducing ... Night prowlers take mincemeat, milk from hotel shelves Ten deaths at County Home since October 1 According to Secretary C. H. Osborn, of the (Barry) county overseers of the poor, last winter was an exceedingly hard one on the inmates ofthe county home in the way of severe illness. From the time Mr. 5 Prom / Dress Rental Service Rent your Dress This Year for... 4000 Good selection may be seen beginning Mon., April 8 As always TANNING this time of year LAST WEEK S35M a month Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 26, 1991 — Page 5 Nashville Junior Bible Quiz team named state champions J-Ad Graphics News Service An outstanding knowledge of Biblical scriptures and church doctrine recently led to a state title for a team of youths from Nashville Assembly of God. The squad of seven, whose ages range from 8 to 11, came home from Lansing with the top trophy following state competition on March 16. The Lansing event followed three months of round-robin district events. The local team emerged winner in all but one of 15 meets, and then earned the district title in a Grand Rapids test agaist five teams. The competition is open to Assembly of God youths from second to sixth grade level. “We have one of the youngest teams,” noted their coach, Roberta Thompson of Hastings. She said that five of the seven contestants from the Nashville church are firsttimers in this year’s competition. In an electronic test system, the youths must be able to jump in not only with the cor­ rect answer but with the balance of the question after the first few words are stated. The contest includes 576 dif­ ferent questions. Twice-aweek practice has honed the skills of the Nashville team. Their next challenge is the Junior Bible Quiz regional Lions donate to chapel, ( LJ ■!?£>! , ’ k|lL ,,^itt ** 2 ***fts ita i first inspired to do something about improving Pennock Hospital’s chapel while she was at Columbia, S.C., last year with her husband, Rick, who was stationed with the U.S. Army at Ft. Jackson. A National Guardsman who enlisted for active service in January 1990, Rick took basic training there followed by ad­ vanced training as a Light Wheel Mechanic. continuedfrom front page While in Columbia, Chaplain Vessecchia was im­ pressed with a chapel at a hospital where she volunteered her services. It provided a peaceful place for patients, relatives and others to go “in a busy, crazy world,” noted Vessecchia. She said she wondered, “Why don’t we have some place like that at Pennock?” When she returned home she '‘>s : — ANNOUNCEMENT — Vermontville Hardware will be Hi aftfanL '•LClfai*' *' OPEN SUNDAYS 11-3 Beginning April 7th ® ®Zsi;'S.'x Thank you for your patronage! ■> -fet’kit ai jasivrtit! i i KSIEEU. is Ohlt fa ■■ stik.Wki ‘ is Wife Ofahi it W tfon ,1 iBH.2®JStil tsk^ai tBKSiai Doug and Julie Durkee RMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 South Main Street Vermontville, Michigan J 1 Open: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-6:00 Sat. 8:30-5; OPENING SUNDAYS Beginning APRIL 7 726-1121 * Stdieww' Something To ThinkAbout DAVID D. ROSIER FUNERAL DIRECTOR Owning and operating a business, whether it be in a small or large town, carries certain responsibilities to the community. Keeping the com­ munity informed about the ever-changing laws and proce­ dures is as Important as the quality of the service that is provided. Almost daily, ques­ tions and different family situa­ tions encourage us to keep the public informed. As part of our obligation to the community of Sunfield and surrounding areas, we would like to inform you of a recent policy change. As of January 1,1991 a major policy change has taken place in regard to non-countable assets for a person seeking Medicaid assistance. The fol­ lowing items will not be coun­ ted as assets: “Burial plot, gravesite, crypt, mausoleum, casket, urn, niche, vaults, head­ stones, markers, plaques, burial containers, care and mainte­ nance of a gravesite.” After January 1,1991 you can set up a guaranteed price contract for a casket, vault and any of the other items listed above In any amount and they will not be counted as assets. In addition, you may still set up a guaran­ teed price contract for service, not to exceed $2,000.00, and have it declared irrevocable. This is also not counted as asset. Please feel free to call any time with questions regarding any aspect of funeral service. We are in the community to provide the best service possi­ ble. We are always available to meet with your family to dis­ cuss cemetery monuments, pre-arrangement service or questions regarding the ever­ changing funeral industry. We want to be known as your information source in Sunfield and surrounding areas. (Some information provided in this article was published in the Michigan Funeral Directors Association Journal.) The ROSIER competition to be held at In­ dianapolis in May, said Thompson. Her husband, Dale, is assis­ tant coach of the team. Members of the teams are Dale and David Thompson and Barbara and Dorothy Clemens, all of Hastings; Marie and Michelle Jewell of Nashville; and Tina Miller of Vermontville. The regional meet will end competition for 1991. The Nashville team is looking for­ ward to the contest and members hope to add another impressive trophy to their collection. FUNERAL HOME, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, located in Sunfield, is a member of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association and the National Funeral Directors Association. ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. began pushing for the Pen­ nock chapel project. Vessecchia’s ties to the hospital go back to her birth there on Thanksgiving Day 1953, and the stories of that and her subsequent early en­ counters with the hospital evoked both laughter and tears from her Lions audience. The third child in her fami­ ly, Cathy was the first of the three to be bom in a hospital. Since it had been a difficult pregnancy, her mother was admitted to Pennock Hospital for the delivery. Vessecchia explained that her mother, aware serious problems could arise, made a promise to the Lord that if He allowed her to deliver a healthy baby, she would dedicate the child to His service to use as He pleased. Vessecchia credits “my mom and the Lord” for the work she was called to do in her life. , _ “How. was I not going to go into Christian service?” she asked. A graduate of Liberty University of Lynchburg, Va., Vessecchia has been trained to work as a chaplain in clinical situations. Her next early encounter with Pennock Hospital, she continued, was after she ac­ cidentally swallowed a nail at age five. Her horrified parents took her to the hospital where she was x-rayed, kept over­ night and fed “cotton and milk” until the nail passed. Vessecchia recalled how, as a lively, talkative youngster, she had left her bed the next morning to “entertain” the staff at the nurses’ station. She said some still working there remember that episode. Her third encounter as a pa­ tient at Pennock was as an overweight 20-year-old af­ flicted with asthma, said the chaplain. She was rushed to the hospital one night with a severe attack, and says her life was saved by Dr. Jack Brown, a Hastings physician who became her “hero.” The doctor, she added, told her that it was imperative she lose weight. She did, and to­ day it is hard to imagine the slender chaplain once weighed 300 lbs. In addition to her reminiscences of Pennock Hospital, Vessecchia enter­ tained the Lions group with two vocal selections: “Heaven Must Have Missed You,” and “The Touch of the Master’s Hand.” At the conclusion of her program, Hawblitz thanked the chaplain on behalf of the Lions and presented her with a gift of locally-produced maple syrup. District and state championships are theirs, and this Nashville Assembly of God Junior Bible Quiz team hopes soon to add a third trophy to their collection. They will compete in regionals at Indianapolis in May. Pictured are (from left, front row) Tina Miller, Barbara Clemens, Dorothy Clemens, David Thompson and Michelle Jewell (back from, from left) assistant coach Dale Thompson, his son Dale, Marie Jewell and Coach Roberta Thompson. “Pennock Hospital is an outstanding monument to the people of Barry County,” commented Lions President Russ Furlong. A hearty affirmative vote was them given to a motion from the floor that the club contribute $250 to the chapel project. In other business at Mon­ day’s meeting, Fred Corkins was inducted as a new Lion. Furlong said that the club has a goal of reaching at least 50 members by 1992, the year that will mark the 50th an­ niversary of the Nashville Lions. Several members received awards Monday for their ef­ forts in recruiting new members. Furlong said much of the “strength and backbone” of the local club can be attributed to the support .and involvement of the Lion^''wives. He added that the ladies’ atteh- dance at dinner meetings, their interest and help with projects is appreciated. The group also heard a brief report Monday from Rusty Kemam of the Middleville club about the Lions’ Welcome Home for the Blind in Grand Rapids, which is at full capacity with 36 residents and has a waiting list of several more applicants. Another special guest at Monday’s meeting was Lions Zone Chairman Jeff Van Aman of Hastings. In other business, the Lions made plans for their annual Father-Guest get-together for senior boys at Maple Valley High School. The event is set for 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, at the MVHS cafeteria. "The Mirrors image" /JLP6 wiuoitS iujaaelx Hair stylist For Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 (517)726-0181 U4 south min STteeT LHOT, JU 'OMOflT'JIllE. MICHIGAN 49096 wucTionecRS & rcmtorsI nztsHMiue •Very nice year-round home at Thornapple Lake •Newer seawall and screened porch •Land contract terms (517) 852-1717 Lovely 4 bedroom home on approx. 10 acres Living room, family room, large garage Nice country property! (CH-107) (M-36) •Large 3 bedroom home with 2 baths, 2 kitchens, family room, garage, deck •Located on 20 acres with pond (CH-106) *Two story home located in Nashville L-96. APPROX. 157 ACRES OF VACANT FARMLAND riced to sell. Land contract terms available. L-95. APPROX. 1.79 ACRES............................................. ...... L-94. APPROX. 4 ACRES ,or onl* $2'950' w th well, septic, drainfield and electricity already on site. TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION TUESDAY, MARCH 26................... Approx. 500 acres with buildings and farm machinery, near Ionia. THURSDAY, MARCH 28............... Approx. 80 acres with buildings and machinery located near Perry. TUESDAY, APRIL2...64'A acres of vacant land with stream and woods located near Vermontville. SATURDAY, APRIL 6 - 330 acre farm with two homes and buildings and excellent line of farm machinery located in the Muskegon area. THINKING OF SELLING AT AUCTION OR LISTING CONVENTIONALLY? PLEASE CALL US SO YOUR PROPERTY CAN BE MARKETED PROPERLY IN 1991! Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Cindy Doolittle 726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVERJ36 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 26, 1991 — Page 6 Quilt honors memory of former Nashville Council head J-Ad Graphics News Service When a family member or close friend dies, all that re­ mains are memories of that person’s life. Similar to how rains wash away the face of a mountain, time eventually can erode memories from the minds of even the closest of friends. But a local woman has taken a unique step to preserve the memory ofher father, George Frith, with a quilt that has been on display at the Nashville Putnam Library for the last month. The “Timekeeper,” as it is called, is a collective labor of love in honor of the former Nashville Village Trustee and President, who died last September. His daughter, Roxanne, coordinated the project, which is reminiscent of days gone by. “I thought of how the women in my family had been the caretaker of my father’s body and mind,“ she said. “I wanted to unite with the women with whom I went through the ritual of death.” In order to accomplish this, she and 10 other women fami­ ly members or friends got together to make a commemorative quilt. The quilt consists of 16 pic­ ture squares on a dark blue background. The squares are arranged in the shape of a cross. Each square picture represents a part ofFrith’s life and how the maker of the square related to him. “I wanted to represent our collective time with my father in a symbolic fashion,” said Roxanne Frith. “My desire was to literally sew our collec­ tive and community ex­ perience in a symbolic art form.” Quilting is a creative part of American heritage that is making a comeback after years of declining interest. Early in American history, quilts were made by the women of a family or com­ munity to mark special occa­ sions such as an engagement, BBQ PORK RIBS - DINNER Dads Post 241 at VFW Post 8260, Nashville, MI Saturday, April 13 • 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. • BBQ Ribs, Corn on Cob, Baked Beans, Baked Potato, Cole Slaw, Roll, Beverage. 6.00 per person / $3.00 12 yrs. & under OPEN to the PUBLIC by RESERVATION Reservations must be in by April 2, 1991 — Sign up at Post 8260 or call 517-852-9260 — MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate marriage, birth or death. “The significance of my ‘Timekeeper’ is that it’s a tribute to my father,” said Frith. “It’s gratifying because I was able to involve my fami­ ly in an activist art work that we were all committed to pro­ duce. It’s specific reading is reliant on an audience who knew George Frith and his relationship to the village of Nashville. This is why I chose my home town library as the appropriate place for the display.” The Putnam Library Fund is one of the memorials George Frith set up in his name. For years, it has been recipient of donations by his payments of service as a Village Council member and trustee. The quilt also is playing another role in the life of daughter Roxanne. It is part of her thesis, “The Strenghth of Life.” Roxanne has been teaching photography at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor for three years and will acquire a master’s degree in photography and art history when she graduates this spring. There are many ways peo­ ple have immortalized themselves, from statues to scholarships. This quilt is a labor of love and devotion, destined to be passed down for generations to come and to give both father and daughter a place in their family history. At right is shown the quilt now on display at the Putnam Library. 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Monday, April 1 72 ACRE FARM NORTHEAST OF “TURN OF THE VERMONTVILLE - 4 bedroom, 2 CENTURY” HOME - 3 bedroom, formal dining room, large living room, wood floors, many closets and cupboards. Above ground pool. Maple Valley Schools. To see this elegant home — call "Jeri." (V-369) story home, 2 car garage, horse barn w/4 stalls plus 12x22 workshop building. Natural pond on the property & some wooded. Check this one out!! Will divide. (F-375) VERMONTVILLE Spring Break. NASHVILLE - 4 BEDROOM WELL CARED FOR HOME - Hardwood floors, on large double lot with a 2-story garage. Priced right! Call Hubert. (N-380) VACANT LAND: SPACIOUS “COUNTRY BRICK” ON 1 ACRE • MAPLE VALLEY - Nice 7 rootn, 3 bedroom brick home. 1st floor laundry, high effi­ ciency furnace, oak cabinets, many newer improvements, large wolmanized deck, 48x32 (plus 12x20) garage S work­ shop and a 24x32 garage w/ dog kennel. All this on a blacktop road in a beautiful scenic setting. Every home buyer will love this one! I (CH-374) IF YOU ARE THINKING OF MAKING A CHANGE (SELLING OR BUYING), PLEASE GIVE US A CALL! SPRING k BUYERS ARE LOOKING NOW! 2 ACRES (APPROX.) south of Nashville. ON M-66 (VL-368) 10 ACRES ■ SOME TREES on property — blacktop road east of Vermontville. (VL-373) Wednesday, March 27 $69,900!! WEST OF BELLEVUE ON 1 ACRE - Quad level, brick & alum., 5 bedroom, 2'/: baths, 2 fireplaces, on M-78. Nice "home for the family" between Bellevue & Battle Creek. Call Don. (CH-376) Rolling, some trees, good building sites, "country view." Located between Nashville & Hastings. Call Hubert Dennis. (VL-365) APPROX. 40 ACRES - Fishwich/bun, cheese slice, com, peach, pudding. Thursday, March 28 Chicken nuggets/dip, mixed vegetables, applesauce, butter sandwich. Friday, March 29 Hotdog/bun, french fries, fruit jello. Monday, April 1 APPROX. 14 ACRES - Near MV High School. Good building site w/possible pond site. Call Hubert Dennis. (VL-364) NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. ♦Salad, *Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, butter, cherry crisp, bread and butter. Thursday, March 28 ♦Salad, *Pizza, com, fruit juice, no salad bar. Friday, March 29 Good Friday. No school. Possible Make-Up Day. Monday, April 1 Miscellaneous BAHAMAS CRUISE tickets for sale, leaving from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 2 sets of tickets for parties of 2 at $150 each. You decide four or five nights, plus food. Must be used by June 1. 852-0940. Spring Break. Tuesday, April 2 Spring Break. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. • Maple Valley Athletic Boosters I BINGO J MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA ETHURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. 5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 Fuller St. School Lunch Menu NEAR VERMONTVILLE: (4) 10 acre parcels and (3) 1.5 acre par­ cels available, all on blacktop roads and land contract terms. Also, a 24 ACRE PAR­ CEL in village limits. Land contract terms. (VL-359) Tuesday, April 2 Spring Break. Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 27 FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Chan­ nel Catfish, Perch, and Fathead Minnows. LAGGIS' FISH FARM, INC., 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI 49055, Ph. (616)628-2056 days (616)624-6215 evenings. Spring Break. Easter Balloons Baskets Silk Arrangements Bunnies, Chicks, Lambs Neat Gifts Spring Bouquets New! Wooly Spring Plants Yard Animals WE DELIVER • Flowers Wired Worldwide Tuesday, April 2 3 BR RANCH, VERMONTVILLE - Beautiful wood floors throughout. Partially fenced back yard and mature shrubs, pine & maple trees in this large yard. Close to town. Call "Jeri.” (V-381) A Spring Break. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. MAPLE LEAF FLORIST, GIFTS AND ANTIQUES 311 N. Main St.r Nashville The Shop with the Personal Touch Flowers Wired Worldwide HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00-5:30 Phone 852-9610 g § �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 26, 1991 — Page 7 M.V. Supt. Ozzie Parks remembers 'The Vultu re by Todd Tubergen Sports Editor Nobody forgets their best buddy from their childhood years. Especially when that buddy becomes a major league pit­ cher for the Tigers, Dodgers and other teams. Such is the case with Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley’s Superintendent of Schools. Parks was the childhood pal of former big-league pitcher Phil Regan. Both grew up in Wayland, and were teammates on the basketball, football and baseball teams there. Parks, who was a year older, has fond memories ofthe boy who would eventually be dubbed “The Vulture.” “It’s funny, but it’s hard to think of your friend actually getting to the big leagues,” said Parks. “But he had a lot of ambition and was very talented. He could do it all.” Parks said the first hint of Regan’s potential became evi­ dent during a basketball game his sophomore season. The game was for the league championship, and Regan sunk a pair of free throws in the waning seconds to win it. The pair also was quite a pass-catch combination on the Wayland football team as well, with Parks the quarter­ back. But it became obvious to him that baseball was Regan’s calling card. Both players attended a ma­ jor league tryout in Battle Creek, but Regan soon became the center of attention. “It seemed to me that we were all pretty much the same, in terms of ability,” Parks said. “But the scouts just flocked right to Phil. They said “Wow! 6-3 and he can throw like that!” He also had a great attitude.” Parks said it was that at­ titude that separated him from the rest of their teammates. “He was a very dedicated athlete,” he said. “He was always practicing. We used to have a game against his bam called “Strike ’em out.” He would always announce like he was a television announcer. He had a lot of ambition.” Parks is mentioned pro­ minently in Regan’s book titl­ ed “Phil Regan,” written with James C. Hefley. The book elaborates on the youth of the pair and shows them working on a construction team on weekends and the summer to finance a 1946 Mercury convertible. Memories of the Past, 2/ tUXrtisiiS fen UM hi MIKIO HinHWU i t: Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) 726-0519 - HOURS 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MonFXrU COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Comer of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml I Maple Valley Superintendent Ozzie Parks says childhood pal Phil Regan has a good chance to become a major league manager someday. continuedfrom page 4 have laid eyes on. One of the leaves today for Hammond, first flowers to bloom in the Ind., to spend the Easter spring, this sturdy little harb­ season with her daughter, inger of spring is blooming Clara Louise, who is a with unbelievable luxuriance member of the teaching staff and beauty. Mrs. Kleinhans of the public schools in that also has a large number of city. tulip plants which are three — Several local members and four inches high, and of Hastings Commandery, almost ready for the buds to No. 56, motored over to the make their appearance. county seat Monday evening —Charles W. Appleton of and witnessed the conferring Lansing, special represen­ of the beautiful Temple tative of the Grange Life In­ degree. — Miss Marie Ayers has surance Company, was in town Tuesday afternoon, on accepted a position with the business. He was accom­ Co-Operative Elevator Ass’n. panied by Mrs. Appleton and of Hastings, as bookkeeper. — Misses Dorothy Powers their son, William. While here, the Appletons called on and Doris Hinckley, and Mrs. several old friends. Mr. Ap­ Gerald Montgomery left pleton will be remembered as Saturday for a motor trip to superintendent of the local St. Louis, Mrs. Mon­ tgomery’s home. The Misses schools from 1908 to 1915. — The Methodist church Powers and Hinckley will spire is being taken down and spend the week there visiting rebuilt along more modem with Mrs. Mongtomery. — Monday evening of last lines. It will be built lower and when finished will present a week the Pythian Sisters of much more pleasing ap­ Lodge No. 79 enjoyed having pearance than the old- as their guest at this meeting Grand Chief Eva Vrooman of fashioned “steeple.” — Mrs. Frank McDerby Wyandotte. At 6:30 p.m. a AUTO • FARM • HOME HEALTH • BUSINESS • LIFE • SEMI-TRUCKS • TOBIAS MASON Insurance Agency — FREE QUOTES — 852-2005 • Dick Tobias roommates at Western Michigan after Reg'an graduated from Wayland, but while Parks continued with his education, Regan was it­ ching to try professional baseball. In February 1956, Regan took a bus south for his first spring training, having signed a contract with the Tigers. He went 17-9 in his first year, at Class D Jamestown in upstate New York. By 1960, Regan was pit­ ching in Tiger Stadium. He had some solid seasons in the early sixties in Detroit, in­ cluding a 15-9 mark in 1963. Then his numbers began to slip. He went 6-15 his next two years combined, even­ tually being sent back to the minor leagues. Then, when it appeared his career might be on the rocks, he was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers for infielder Dick Tracewski, who is now a coach for the Tigers. . “Tracewski was not a big­ name player,” Parks said. “A lot of people were wondering if Phil had had it. But he got another opportunity with the Dodgers.” Los Angeles already had an established starting rotation with Sandy Koufax, Don Drysdale and rookie Don Sut­ ton, all of whom had outstanding careers. Regan was relegated to bullpen duty. Somebody in the Dodger organization knew what they were doing, because Regan responded with a blistering 14-1 record and led the major leagues in E.R.A. with a 1.62 mark. Los Angeles made it to the World Series, where it was bountiful supper was served to the members and their husbands. — (North Martin Comers) Mrs. Forrest Yaridger of Hastings spent Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Schantz, and son. Mr. Yaridger went to Detroit and drove home a new Ford roadster Monday. — (Kalamo Department) A number of men in this neighborhood met at John Curtis’ Saturday and erected a new windmill and derrick to replace the one demolished in the recent windstorm. — (Barnes District) Ken­ neth Lykins returned home Thursday from Florida, where he spent the winter. — (Southwest Maple Grove) The L.A.S. at Orson McIntyre’s last week was well attended; over $15 was taken in. Mrs. Mabie Gillespie helped entertain. Mrs. Olive McIntyre, the president of the L.A.S., will be glad to hear from anyone who wishes to entertain in April. The elec­ tion of officers is to be held then so she is anxious to have a place of meeting. — (Three Bridges) The Beigh School is having a two weeks’ vacation on account of the teacher, Dorothy Hynes, having the mumps. — (Barryville) Wilson Willitts visited his parents the latter part ofthe week . He has been working in Battle Creek territory for Purina Mills. — (Morgan) A new time table on the M.C.R.R. will cause our mail service to be one hour later than usual. — (West Kalamo) Bernie Nye reports the road west of Kalamo is not so bad, except in spots. Will Cheeseman, who has been helping Mr. Nye, spent over Sunday at home. — (South Vermontville) Edwin Williams is dealing his property at Alanson for pro­ perty in Lansing. • — (West Vermontville) Dale Campbell and family of Lansing have moved on the Bert Hopkins farm. — (North Castleton) The sugar season has been a poor one so far and has not paid for the labor of getting ready. The two ofthem, along with Parks’ steady at the time, Carol Jurrians, would drive around town, often winding up at Buzz and Bill’s Soda Shop. After Parks went away to Western Michigan Universi­ ty, Carol began to date a few other guys, eventually Phil. By the time Regan went into the minor leagues, the two had married. Regan and Parks were swept by the Baltimore Orioles. But “The Vulture” was bom. It was Koufax who came up with the chide, noting that Regan “swooped in” from the bullpen to scavenge wins. Parks, who has coached in the past, noted that Regan’s suc­ cess was the result of a change in style. “He was previously a power pitcher,” he said, “but he developed what was called a “herky-jerky,” with a quicker delivery.” After brief stints with the White Sox and Cubs, Regan retired and returned to West Michigan. He was the baseball coach at Grand Valley State University, and he served a stint as a pitching coach for Seattle. He is now an advance scout in the Dodger organization. Parks says that Regan’s ultimate goal is to manage a major league team. “I think he can do it,” Parks said. “He has a good knowledge of baseball, has a lot of ability and he works very well with people.” Community Notices AA/AL-ANON: Meetings at St. Cyrils Church Tuesdays at 8:00pm. 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Main, Vermontville (517) 726-0569 OPEN: Monday-Friday 7 a.m.- 7 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 26, 1991 — Page 8 Historical Society group hears about Abraham Lincoln Mike Hook (right) shows Vermontville Historical Society co-program chairmen Eugene and Mary Fisher and President Martha Zemke the earliest known life portrait of Abraham Lincoln, painted in 1856, before he had a beard. The Vermontville Historical Society held a benefit open house and fund­ raiser March 21 giving the public a chance to see the in- side of the newly-restored 1898 Historic Opera House. The society sponsored “The Many Faces of Lin­ coln,’’ a program about the ITS USED SCHOOL EQUIPMENT FOR SALE The Maple Valley Schools invite sealed I bids for one used piano and a number of manual and electric typewriters. Interested bidders are to contact the Superintendent’s office. The deadline for bids is Tuesday, April 9, 1991. ■ mom Boonoflooeoflflaooflo mnutagan a a a life of Abraham Lincoln, presented by Mike Hook of Hastings, using historic photographs and artifacts. “The Lincolns enjoyed the theater and attended 19 per­ formances of grand opera,” said Hook, a historian of the Caivil War President, who has spoken before many historical societies and other organizations. “When I came in here tonight, this opera house gave me the impression of Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C., said Hook. “It only lacks the Presdiential Box for the Lincolns to sit in.” “They would have loved this old opera house and what the historical society has done A Special Thanks to Merchants & Volunteers Many hours went into planning and carrying out Nashville’s PTO "Wide World of Sports” Carnival. The local merchants’ support of the carnival was great. The PTO would like to acknowledge the following merchants for their generous donations: Charlie’s South End Hecker Agency Maple Valley Concrete Cappon’s Quick Mart Eaton Federal Savings Bank Maple Valley Realty Nashville Locker Mace Pharmacy Nashville Hardware Musser’s Service Kent Oil Clayton’s Auto Sales Hometown Lumber McDonald’s of Hastings Michigan Entertainment Country Kettle Maple Valley Car Wash Maple Valley Florist Michael N. Callton, D.C. Jim & June Bryan - Cotton 1 Good Time Pizza Maple Valley Amoco Clay’s Dinner Bell Powers Service Carl’s Super Market Maple Valley Implement Hickey Electric Arby’s of Hastings C-Store Country Video Burger King of Hastings Linda Friddle’s Country Woodworks Nashville Auto Kathy’s Variety Hastings City Bank Mapes Family Florist Nashville Feed & Seed Sports Stuff Carol Tobias Thank you for helping with the PTO Carnival. We appreciate everyone who was a part of our "Wide World of Sports. ” - NASHVILLE ELEMENTARY PTO to preserve it,” said Hook. The Vermontville Historical Society has worked for the last year to restore the historic structure, which has had stage plays, political and social events, besides religious services. Renovation has included realigning walls, installing new drywall, stripping and refinishing original woodwork, and returning the balcony to its original design. Last Thursday night’s event was the first of several plann­ ed for this year, using the restored opera house, which used to be the village’s main social gathering place. The local elementary school (Maplewood) has been using the historic building for field trips and this spring plans are to use it for graduation of its sixth-grade class. Though a final figure col­ lected from the fund-raiser -was unavailable to report, co­ program chairmen Eugene and Mary Fisher said they were very pleased. During the presentation, Hook shared several artifacts from his collection, which in­ cluded lock of Lincoln’s hair and two document with Lin­ coln’s signature on them. He also showed pictures and slides, and reported Lin­ coln had his photograph taken 283 times during his life. Even today, newly discovered pictures of the 16th president are surfaciang. Hook shared one with the audience that night. “Last year, a good friend of mine, Lloyd Ostendorf, who lives in Ohio, discovered an original oil painting of Lin­ coln, done from life, with another Lincoln collector, named James Swanson,” said Hook. The two had attended a Civil War collectors’ show in Chicago, and from a tip from one of the dealers, the two learned about an 86-year-old widow who lived in Central Illinois on a farm. “They visited her, and sure enough, hanging in her front parlor was a painting of Abraham Lincoln, which the lady said was done by a dis­ tant relative ofhers in 1856,” said Hook. The two Lincoln admirers were speechless, reported Hook. “The lady didn’t know what all ofthe fuss was about. Doesn’t everyone have a Lin­ coln picture in their home? This pre-dated the earliest known life painting of Lin­ coln, which had been done during the 1860 presidential campaign. This one, too, showed Lincoln without a beard, which he didn’t grow, until after he was elected president. This portrait captured Lin­ coln on canvas as he would have looked in his office, in court or at a political event on any day in 1856, clean shaven, wearing a dark frock coat, white shirt and tie. Caryle Lord, attending from Charlotte, remarked that if she hadn’t been told that the painting was of Lincoln, she wouldn’t have known who he was. “We’re so used to seeing him wearing the beard? It’s hard to picture him without it and what he sould look like,” she said. Though Hook had a print of the painting, he wouldn’t eleborate on whom the lady decided to sell the painting to. A few minor details has to be worked out to complete the opera house restoration, ac- cording to Historical Society President Martha Zemke. “We need to add a handicapped ramp to the building, besides installing a rest room, possibly to be located in the back stage area to complete the project,” she said. “All of this takes money.” The society has been accepting donations, which it started to do last year when the restoration first began. It is largely funded by a $25,000 Michigan Equity Grant from the State Department of Commerce. Vermontville’s required contribution to the project was $5,000 cash and $5,000 in­ kind (labor by local volunteers.) The Historical Society is planning an April 7 dedica­ tion. For more information, call 726-0338. “BODY TALK By Michael N. Callton, D.C. Sports Injury, The Ankle Sprain Among contact sports, which includes volleyball, soccer, basseball and field hockey, basketball has the highest rate of injury. Although football has a higher injury rate than basketball, it is considered a collision sport, not a contact sport. Of injuries most commonly acquired in basketball, ankle sprain occurs most often. A sprain occurs when a ligament is tom or severely stretch­ ed, as opposed to a strain, which is a muscle tear. In basket­ ball, an ankle sprain occurs when the ankle is forced too far in­ ward or outward, usually inward. Severe pain is usually the first symptom, soon followed by swelling and later discolora­ tion around the ankle joint. Abnormal ankle position may also be noticed. Once injury occurs, it is important to seek immediate profes­ sional help for treatment and to prevent further injury. The ankle should be iced on the way to the hospital, medical doctor or chiropractor. X-rays should be taken ofthe ankle to rule out broken bones, which would require more extensive medical attention. Once a sprain is identified, RICE should be used for treat­ ment. by using the term RICE, I don’t mean Uncle Ben’s Quick Rice. RICE stands for Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. A medical doctor may also prescribe a pain killer or an anti-inflammatory drug. Once initial healing is complete, special stretches and exercises may be used to bring the ankle back to full use. In the Maple Valley area, proper diagnosis and treatment of ankle sprains can be done at Dr. Hildebrandt’s office, or my office, the Nashville Family Chiropractic Center. Whether an ankle sprain occurs during basketball, volleyball, football or even in a home accident... an expensive hospital emergency room visit is usually not necessary. Good professional help can be found right in Nashville. MAPLE VALLEY Little League Sign-up Nashville Little League sign-up will be Wednesday, March 27th at 6:30 p.m. in the Fuller Street School gym. $l'i 1 Money must accompany sign-up slip jli; on this night in order for children to ' be placed on teams. w1 i Also there are positions open for a ySlj'ri!j T-Ball vice president and Pee Wee girls vice president._____ $' |j �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 26, 1991 — Page 9 Congregational Church plans Holy Week events The Vermontville Con­ gregational Church will have services during Holy Week on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, culminating on Easter Sunday worship March 31. The Maundy Thursday ser­ vice will be Thursday, March 28, at 7:30 p.m. at the church. The service will include a brief meditation by the Rev. Sally Nolen, Holy Commu­ nion and the Office of Tenebrae, or extinguishing of lights depicting the darkness of the world at the time of the crucifixtion. Good Friday will be observ­ ed with the United Methodist churches at the Congrega­ tional Church, with the Rev. Richard Young and Rev. Nolen leading a reflection on the seven last words ofChrist. Animal Science Week program set 4-H members around the county are preparing now for the Animal Science Week pro­ gram at Michigan State M.V. girls’ track team starts season with indoor Ferris meet The Maple Valley girls track team traveled to Ferris State University this past Saturday for the Bulldog In­ door Invitational. The girls took first in the three events and placed in the top six in five other events in the 11-event meet. No team scores were kept. Taking first for the Lions were the six-lap relay team of Jennifer Phenix, Retha Byrd, Stephanie Bouwens, and Janet Boldrey in a school record time of 2:30.2. The mile relay The service will begin at 1 p.m. and conclude at 2 p.m. Easter Sunday will be celebrated at the Congrega­ tional Church at the 11 a.m. service of worship. The public is invited to par­ ticipate in all of these Holy Week observances. team of Phenix, Bouwens, Mindy Shoup and Tammy Ashley; and Tracy Kangas in the shot put. Placing second was Ashley in the 880 yard run; Boldey in the long jump and 60 yard dash. Phenix took third in the 60 yard hurdles. The four-lap relay team of Byrd, Bouwens, Phenix and Boldrey took fifth. The team’s next meet will be the Spartan Relays April 5th at Michigan State University. Obituaries University July 6-13. 4-H’ers may join the fun and improve their skills dur­ ing science week activities. They don’t even need to have an animal to participate. There will be plenty of oppor­ tunities to learn more about the animal sciences, including poultry, goats, rabbits, beef, sheep, swine, or dairy, and test knowledge and skills. Call the Cooperative Exten­ sion office for more details. Program books will be available soon. Bright red and ready to roll, Vermontvilles Vermontville' new dump truck was proudly displayed last week by Monte O’Dell (left) and Tony Wawiemia of the Village Department of Public Works. The 1991 GMC replaces a 1966 International, now up for bids. Vermontville gets new dump truck J-Ad Graphics News Service Vermontville’s spanking new red truck is ready to roll. The 1991 GMC dump truck, outfitted to plow snow as well as scrape roads, replaces a 1966 International that is now up for bids. This is the first new dump truck for the village in modem memory. The 1966 unit was purchased from the state as a used vehicle. “We’re real proud of it,” said Tony Wawiemia, super- 4-H Council to meet The next Eaton County 4-H Council meeting will be Mon­ day, April 1, at 7:30 p.m. in Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. The Eaton County 4-H Fair and spring and summer pro­ grams are fast approaching. Information and materials will be available, as well as copies ofthe minutes from the March meeting. visor of the Department of Public Works, admiring the new truck. “The old one was bought second-hand.” The new Top Kick cab and chassis was purchased in November from Good GMC of Grand Rapids for $20,070. The following month the village paid Truck and Trailer of Lansing $9,225 for a dump box, under-body scraper and hydraulic system. Wawiemia and Monte • O’Dell of the DPW installed the equipment and painted it themselves to cut costs. They worked on the project in their spare time during the winter. With the cost ofthe paint, a tool box, overhead lights and other expenses including in­ stallation of the hydraluic system, the village has a total of about $32,000 in the truck, said Wawiemia. To dispose ofthe old truck, the village now is advertising for bids to be received by an April 4 deadline. Anna M. Hope ________ 11 < IB? MR it (■r.maiifflfe ■IIKtLEiisEn ■laainiMAtB .andiiJEiate miwirsniwi i 3T.W!?0S^! t*M^F**** NASHVILLE - Anna M. Hope of 7560 South Clark Road, Nashville passed away Sunday, March 17, 1991 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Hope was born on August 8,1920 in Cadillac, the daughter of Fred and Dorothy (Miller) Garrow. She was raised in Cadillac and attended schools there. She was married to Richard Hope during World War II in Ohio. They lived in College Point, New York for 33 years. Mr. Hope passed away in 1975. She came to this area then and in 1975 made her home with Ernest Swan in Nashville. She was a home­ maker who enjoyed her pet uiBBOfli"*? ^lp***! "tfk**** tfk Parrots and pet Pomeranian dogs and Chihuahuas. She enjoyed baseball games and travelling. Mrs. Hope is survived by her special friend, Ernest Swan of Nashville; brothers, Fred Garrow Jr. of Stanwood and Robert Garrow of Olivet; brother-in-law, Harold Keesler; several nieces and nephews and many friends. 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Administrators Present: Lenz, Potter, Rivest, Parks. 3. Minutes: A motion was made by Stewart, supported pported by Tobias to approve the minutes of the regular board meeting held February 11, 1991. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 4. Bills: After review and various questions were answered, a motion was made by Tobias supported by Stewart to approve the passing on bills payable from general fund in the amount of $102,115.05. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 5. Payrolls: A motion was made by Viele, supsup­ ported by Tobias to approve the transfer of funds from general fund to payroll account for the following payrolls: February 22, 1991 .................... $189,217.55 March 8, 1991.............................. $174,742.16 Ayes: All. Motion carried. 6. Communications: The following communica­ tions were noted: —Letter from Hastings Area Public Schools regarding property transfer of Tena Howard from the Hastings Area School District to the Maple Valley School District. —Thank you note from Putnam Library — donation in memory of Don Skedgell. —Thank you note from the family of Donnie Flory. —Letter 'from State Board of Education regar­ ding property transfer of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hyvarinen from the Maple Valley School District to the Lakewood School District. 7. Transfer of Property: A motion was made by Stewart, supported by Tobias to appeal the property transfer of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hyvarinen from Maple Valley to Lakewood. Ayes: Baker, Flower, Krolik, Spoelstra, Stew­ art, Tobias. Nays: Viele. Motion carried. 8. Oral Communications: The board heard from Marilyn Hosey regarding her rate of pay. President Flower noted that this case has been VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE SPRING CLEANUP The Village of Nashville has contracted a firm for Spring Cleanup. On April 20, 1991 they will pick up the entire Village. This will be the only cleanup this year. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING RESTRICTIONS: • NO appliances - NO concrete - NO dirt • NO hazardous waste (such as liquids, paint, oil, etc.) • NO loose brush, all brush must be bundled in bundles no larger than 3 feet by 5 feet and nothing over 50 pounds. • NO boxes or bundles over 3 feet by 5 feet or 50 pounds. 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, payable at Village Hall before any items will be picked up. VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE through arbitration, which resulted in the dening of Mrs. Hosey's case.. There was consensus of the board to table the issue pending review of the arbitrator's decision until the next regular board meeting. 9. Administrative Reports: Reports were given by the Superintendent and building principal Nancy Potter. 10.Underground Fuel Tanks: Temporary Supervi­ sor of Transportation, Pat Powers gave the Board an ui| pdato on underground storage fuel tanks. A motion was made by Viele, supported by Tobias to update the two (2) 1000 gallon tanks in Nashville according to state requirements. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Upon further discussion of the issue a second motion was made by Viele, supported by Tobias to update the other three (3) tanksexcept for the tightness test according to state requirements. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 11 Senior Trip: A motion was made by Viele, pported by Stewart to approve the plans for the senior class trip to Washington D.C. from May 11 to May 16, 1991. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 12. Spring sports volunteer coaches: A motion was made by Stewart, supported by Tobias to approve volunteer assistant track coaches and volunteer junior varsity baseball coach as follows: Volunteer Assistant Track Coaches: Ed Boldrey, Jerry Sessions, Tony Phenix, Deanna Hagon, Michelle Reid, Pastor Don Roscoe. Volunteer Junior Varsity Baseball coach: Mark Martin. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 13. Bus Shuttle run: A motion was made by Tobias, pported by Baker to accept the bid of Jodi VanAlstine for the 85-A bus shuttle run. Ayes. All. Motion carried. 14. Prof. Dev. Funds: A motion was made by Stewart, supported by Krolik to approve a request from Professional Development chair­ person Jackie Peek to transfer $500.00 from the inservice funds to the teachers conference account. Ayes: Baker, Krolik, Spoelstra, Stewart, Viele. Nays: Flower, Tobias. Motion carried. 15. Telephone Equipment: A motion was made by Viele, supported by Stewart to approve the purchase of a telephone equipment update for central office at a cost of $364.00. Ayes: All. • Motion carried. 16. Sale of piano and typewriters: A motion was made by Viele, supported by Krolik to accept sealed bids for a used piano and a number of typewriters which are no longer being used. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 17 . Selection of Architect firm: A motion was made by Stewart, supported by Viele to adopt the process to proceed with the selection of an architectural firm. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 18. Chapter I Amendment: A motion was made by Viele, supported by Stewart to approve princi­ pal David Doozan's recommendation r that additional Chapter I funds of $1,500.00 be used to purchase materials for parents resource center. Ayes: Baker, Flower, Krolik, Spoelstra, Stewart, Viele. Nays: Tobias. Motion carried. 19. Copy mach.: There was consensus of the Board to table the request for a new copy machine at Maplewood Elementary for further study. 20. Annual Election: A motion was made by Stewart, supported by Spoelstra to adopt a resolution to schedule the annual election on June 10, 1991. The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Appropriate notices will be posted and published in accordance with state law. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 21. Boys Varsity Basketball Team: A motion was made by Stewart, supported by Viele to adopt resolution of congratulations and commendation to the boys varsity basketball team and coach Jerry Reese. Ayes: All. Motion carried. • MAPLE VALLEY • Board Nomination Petitions School Board 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. The term of Irma Gene Baker expires June 30,1991. The term of office is a two yearterm beginning July 1,1991 through June 30,1993. There are also two four-year terms on the board of education for the period July 1,1991 through June 30,1995. The terms of Ronald Tobias and Charles Viele, Sr. expire June 30, 1991. Nominating petitions must be filed with the Secretary, Board of Education or designee not later than 4:00 o’clock p.m. Monday, April 8, 1991. Any candidate filing a nominating petition may withdraw only by filing written notice of withdrawal, signed by the candidate, with the secretary of the board of education or designee not later than 4:00 p.m., Thursday, April 11, 1991. 22. Renewal of Principals Contracts: A motion was made by Tobias, supported by Viele to grant a one year extension to the building principals contract. (Larry Lenz, Bill Rivet, David Doozan, Nancy Potter). Ayes: All. Motion carried. 23. Deferred Compensation Resolution: A motion made by Viele, supported by Spoelstra to adopt a resolution to permit deferred compensation deducations from superintendent Ozzie Parks' salary. Ayes: Baker, Flower, Krolik, Spoelstra, Stewart, Viele. Nays: Tobias. Motion carried. , , 24. Acaprrrile B.oard Meeting: A motion was mad,e ,by Viele, supported by Spoelstra to change the April 8 regular board meeting to April 15, 1991. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 25. Insurance: Superintendent Ozzie Parks updated pdated the Board on the t liability of students transporting other students to school events. There was consensus of the Board to do everything possible for stronger control over this situation. 26. Other Business: The Board was updated on various meetings and conferences. 27. School Election: A motion was made by Tobias, supported pported by Viele to deputize superintendent Ozzie Parks to supervise elections. Mr. Parks and other necessary personnel will take the oath of office. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Secretary Tobias deputized Mr. Parks to super­ vise elections. 28. Adjournment: A motion was made by Viele, sup pported by Stewart to adjourn the meeting. Time: 9:35 p.m. Ayes: All. Meeting adjourned. Help Wanted CONTINUING CARE AND ADVANCEMENT has several positions open for direct care staff working with developmentally disabled adults in community group homes in Mulliken and Grand Ledge. Starting pay is $5.35 per hour and full health insurance benefits for full time employees including vision and dental. Ifyou are at least 18 years of age, have a highschool diploma or equivalent, a working telephone, reliable transportation, and are dependable, neat, clean and honest, and enjoy a job where pride is put into the job, and high standards are set, join our team. If interested call 517-649-2327, Monday thru Friday, 10am to 3pm. GIRLS WANTED from Michi­ gan, between the ages of9-19 to compete in this year’s Miss Pre­ Teen, Junior Teen and Teen 1991 Lansing Pageants. Over $15,000 in prizes and scholarscholar­ ships including an all expense paid trip to Nationals in Orlando, Florida. Call for more informa­ tion, 1-800-345-2330 Ext C919. Business Services VERMONTVILLE ROOFING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002._______ YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards 1 and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival TALENT SHOW Friday, P.M., April 26 Call... 726-0554 5*° *° or 726-0670 . Two Divisions: Jr. >Ages 12 & Under Sr. Ages 13 & Up • NOTICE • The minutes of the public hearing and regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held February 28, 1991 are available in the Village Hall at 206 N. Main St., Nashville, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 26, 1991 — Page 11 Thank You H l iWii (L !%S4^ XXv %k ks. S^^X4ktkt^''**ii vsX X Kix K Ki SjiS xX > Jjs Jsx 1991 Maple Valley all-S.M.A.A. volleyball players: (From left) Sheryl Finkter, Dawn Hicks, Tammy Ashley, Janet Boldrey and Sara DeGroot. Slw w * s,%0 JSsj® ‘WW t ihi Uplift ^^WllKi. ii^. l™lB»*«i«dFB ia^®S»l^ itatki W’Bl {Um I Itjyi/* ^Wnlr Maple Valley Lion girls spikers reap SMAA All-League honors Five Maple Valley volleyball players received various honors when the all-S.M.A.A. team was an­ nounced, with senior Tammy Ashley a first-team selection. Ashley connected on 80 percent of her serves and 79 percent of her passes on the season, as well as posting 31 kills and 28 blocks from her hitter position. Three more Lady Lions were honorable mention selections, including senior Sheryl Finkler and juniors Janet Boldrey and Sara DeGroot. Finkler was Maple Valley’s top server at 82 percent and she fired 44 aces, which also led the team. She was also one of Maple Valley’s main set­ ters, making good on 534 of 553 attempts, and passed at 84 percent efficiency. Boldrey served at 81 per­ cent, passed at 85 percent and had 17 kills and 26 blocks dur­ ing the season. She is a second-year varsity player. DeGroot joined Finkler as the Lions’ principal setter, hit­ ting 517 of539 for 96 percent. Decks Additions Siding Insulation titit^ i^Ullfyiii BUji WM'fakMiri Eatg|«ltaint!iityt! j- Armour’s Remodeling No Job Too Small” tyilMhhj teg BRYON ARMOUR MH License #083426 Ph (517) 852-9313 after 5:00 112 Cleveland St. Nashville, Ml 49073 MARY ^GLENN THE OUTPOST Bakery - Pizza - Video's HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. 151 S. Main Vermontville, MI 49096 (517)726-1000 She also performed well in the front row, connecting on 72 percent of her spikes and recording 13 kills. Senior Dawn Hicks was a special mention selection, after having moved into the Maple Valley school district when Springfield closed. She contributed some fine allaround play, according to coach Carol Kraai. Maple Valley finished in fifth place in the conference standings. Adult Ed. enrichment classes to resume in Maple Valley April 8 Maple Valley adult educa­ tion and enrichment classes begin again on April 8. High school completion of classes continue to be offered in the daytime and in the even­ ing. Vocational classes such as welding and machine shop, woodworking, typing, office update, and word processing are offered in the evening at the junior-senior high school. Enrichment classes for youth as well as adults are also planned. Karate and gym­ nastics will begin new ses­ sions the week ofApril 8. For adults, there are two computer classes, a parenting class for parents of teenagers, exercise and a bonzai class. For more information, call the Maple Valley Community Education office at 85-9275. Office hours are from noon to 10 p.m. The office will be closed during spring vacation. ATTENTION! Farm Machinery, Campers, Trucks, Autos, Boats Recreation Vehicles, Construction Equipment Needed for our... Annual Farm consignment Auction LOCATION: M-66 South of Nashville 2 miles to Lawrence Rd. then West 2 miles to Assyria Rd. then South '/« miles. Saturday, April 13 • 11 a.m. If you are thinking of having an auction and you aren’t sure how or if an auction would work for you please give us a call. We will arrange a strictly confidential meeting to go over our program to determine what will be best for you. Like the old gray mare, auctions aren’t what they used to be. Real Estate and Auctioneering Please consign early so we can get the best advertising ofyour equipment in our large advertisement coverage area. ---234 N. Main, Nashville \ ~~517-852-9529 or 517-852-1699 Potterville 517-645-7654 CARD OF THANKS Hie family of Fred Swift would like to thank all relatives, neighbors and friends who gave support during our loss. Also the many calls, cards, money and flowers. A special thanks to the Genther Funeral Home for all their excellent service. To Reverend Dan Smith of the Vermontville Bible Church for his words of comfort, the ladies who served the lunch, also Drs. Wildem, Hildebrandt, Delnay, Trump and the nurses who took care of Fred. He enjoyed his roommates in 301. Merle Swift, Aide Swift, Grace Marcotte, Fred Marcotte and ______Johannah Chmielewski CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank the Nashville Ambulance people, the Emergency Room nurses, Dr. Swanson, the ICU staff, Dr. Hildebrandt and all the friends, neighbors and relatives for their cards, calls, and visits during and since my recent stay at Pennock Hospital. _______________Mike Everett CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our sincere thanks to everyone that made our 50th anniversary so very special with cards, flowers, gifts and visits. A special thanks to Peace United Methodist Church for remembering us with a card signed by everyone, a plaque and a lovely snack luncheon after church. Also our gratitude and love to our children for all they have done and for our wonderful dinner. May God bless you all. Stanley and Violetta Hansen GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051 Maplewood students learn about CPR Fifth-graders at Maplewood School learned about CPR last Thursday as part of their Michigan Health Model studies. Besides a study of the respiratory system and its diseases, the class dissected the lungs of a pig to understand its parts. The month-long study also called for a demonstration of CPR. Here, Tony Wawiernia of the Vermontville Township ambulance service teaches CPR to students in Vicki Williams classroom. Ken Lambracht of the amublance service also helped with the instruction sessions. • NOTICE • NASHVILLE RESIDENTS There will be a public hearing Thursday, April J1, 1991 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers to discuss the following proposed ordinance amendments: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE WATER RATES Amending Ord. No. 1-11-79-A, as amended on 3/8/90 Add to Section 1, following the specified Water Rates, and before the Minimum Rate: BEGINNING IN 1991, THE ABOVE WATER RATES SHALL BE ADJUSTED ANNUALLY, WITH PRIOR APPROVAL OF COUNCIL AND EFFECTIVE ON THE FIRST OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING COUNCIL APPROVAL, TO REFLECT INCREASES OR DECREASES IN THE MICHIGAN CON­ SUMER PRICE INDEX (AS PUBLISHED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR) FOR THE PRECEDING CALEN­ DAR YEAR. Amend Section 3 to increase the $300.00 fee to $400.00 PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE SEWER RATES Amending “Exhibit A - Sewer User Charges”, of Ord. No. 2-28-80 New “C”, of Exhibit A - Sewer User Charges, to read as follows. (Deleted text is shown with lines through it, new text is in BOLD TYPE.) C. O, M&R CHARGE (Delete reference here to footnote #2) EFFECTIVE APRIL 1,1991, the O.M&R charge shall be-61.66 $2.06 per one thousdand (1000) gallons of metered water use per month. EFFECTIVE APRIL 1,1991, for unmetered water customers, the O,M&R charge shall be $6.00 $8.50 per residential equivalent unit assigned to the premises per month. BEGINNING IN 1992, THE ABOVE O.M&R CHARGES SHALL BE ADJUSTED ANNUALLY, WITH PRIOR APPROVAL OF COUNCIL AND EFFECTIVE ON THE FIRST OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING COUNCIL APPROVAL, TO REFLECT INCREASES OR DECREASES IN THE MICHIGAN CON­ SUMER PRICE INDEX (AS PUBLISHED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR) FOR THE PRECEDING CALEN­ DAR YEAR. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 26. 1991 — Page 12 Soil testing reduces costs to Michigan farmers Pastor Don’s 40th brings surprise Baptist fete Old-timer antics by these "feeble" fellows brought cheers and laughter from Nashville Baptist teens during a surprise party Sunday School honoring the 40th birthday of the Rev. Don Roscoe, assistant and youth pastor. SPRING SPECIAL > Barry County Commission on Aging menu set perm Wednesday, March 27 Long hair additional charge Ham, mashed potatoes, car­ rots, muffins, fruit. Think Spring... Think Curly! Chicken cacciatore, asparagus, carrots, pineapple. Thursday, March 28 Friday, March 29 Styles-R-l)s Chefs choice. Monday, April 1 224 Main, Nashville Veal patty and gravy, whip­ ped potatoes, Oriental blend, bread, fruit cocktail. WALK-INS WELCOME Tuesday thru Friday Ph. 852*1757 Tuesday, April 2 SYLVIA HOEVE Chefs surprise. THE WINDOW'S) Bun n Around Seated in a wheelchair provided by his teen hosts, the "aged" Pastor Don Roscoe was reduced reuce too laughter by hilarious pranks staged in his honor. After the Sunday School fete, more surprises awaited the popular Nashville Baptist assistant and youth pastor during church services that followed. What to do about laundry problems Rust in the Water? You may not know you have rust in your water until you start seeing yellow, red or brown stains on freshly wash­ ed clothing, or when items turn yellow after being wash­ ed out with chlorine bleach. Rust can come from your water supply or from a rusty water heater or rusty metal parts in a well. Rust stains will not come out with normal laundering. Barry County COA events planned Events Wednesday, March 27 Hastings, games or cards; Delton, matinee, Nashville, Steve Reid in the drama of Peter. Thursday, March 28 Hastings, games or cards; Nashville, bingo. Friday, March 29 Nashville, popcorn; Woodland, blood pressure, all sites close at noon. Monday, April 1 Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, April 2 - All sites puzzles. enough detergent or washing Using chlorine bleach on them in water that is too cool. will make them permanent. Hard water can also prevent Rust removers such as RoVer soil removal, especially if a or Whink, available in the carbonate-based detergent is detergent aisle of most super­ used. Adding fabric softener markets, are effective and safe to laundry washed in hard for most fabrics. They are water will not prevent the highly toxic, however, and dingy or gray look and may must be used with extreme even leave clothes feeling caution. Use according to greasy and stiff. directions only. Do not use Sometimes grayed items them in the washing machine. can be brightened by washing Rust may be removed from them in hot water with an en­ _water with special ironzyme detergent such as liquid removal equipment or filters, Tide, Wisk or Dynamo. Ifthe chlorination or aeration. first washing does not remove the grayness, wash again. Dingy Laundry? Residual soil that has been Has your laundry started repeatedly dried into clothing looking dingy and gray? This can be difficult to remove. usually means that the laundry Using an all fabric (oxygen) is not getting clean and that bleach may help brighten soil is building up on fabrics. whites and colorfast clothes. The cause can be not using • NOTICE • The minutes of the public hearing and regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held February 28, 1991 are available in the Village Hall at 206 N. Main St., Nashville, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. New in Nashville! An Andersen® Perma-Shield® angle bay window can make more of a beautiful view. And make less of your energy bill and maintenance chores. • Snug-fitting design • Insulating wood core Energy-saving Low-maintenance rigid High-Performance vinyl exterior Roof not supplied insulating glass by Andersen. Come home to quality. Andersen, 5-7 DAY DELIVERY HOMETOWN • 852-0882 up up VACCINES $15 • Delivery • Planning Estimates Savings LUMBER YARD 219 S. 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For more information on soil testing and fertilizer management, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service, 517/543-2310 or 372-5594. SPAY $32 NEUTER s19 New Part-Time Hours will be: Monday Evenings 7-9 p.m.; Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Saturday 1-3 p.m. We recommend an appointment. Call Collect at — VACCINES s15 1-616-792-9500 Heartworm Test $12 — Daily or monthly preventatives. Please share this information with other pet owners. �WEST MICHIGAN’S Best Advertising Buy! 555 Over 90,000 1952 North Broadway — P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Michigan 49058 !?* ' 'tori. 'ti J,^* J^* ^* _,. rtuhm DEADLINE FRIDAY at 5:00 P.M. Prior to Tuesday Publication TOTAL AUDITED DISTRIBUTION *)C EQ A fata®. TOTAL AUDITED DISTRIBUTION *AHC9 y JAfVl 1952 North Broadway — P.O. Box B Hastings. 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HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945. tour to Saline and Ann Arbor on Thursday, April 11. The tour’s first stop will be to the city of Saline, where visitors will have an oppor­ tunity to shop at their leisure through antique, arts and crafts and fabric stores. Then it will be on to the Olive Garden Restaurant, where a soup and salad luncheon is planned. Cost of lunch is in­ cluded in the price. In the afternoon, the tour will take visitors to the Ann Arbor Flower Show at the Yost Ice Arena. This flower show claims to be the best in the midwest. Hosted by the University of Michigan, it allows people to step inside the garden and experience in- ternational travel, seasonal celebrations and festivals with major landscape designers and nursery growers creating visually striking gardens. The bus will leave Kardel Hall on the Eaton Couifty Fairgrounds at 8:30 a.m. with pickup in Eaton Rapids at 8:45 a.m. at Felpausch. The tour will return approximately at 6 p.m. to Charlotte. The cost of the tour is $25 per Extension Homemaker member and $26.50 per non­ member. Send check payable to Eaton Extension Homemakers and mail to: Thelsa Turner, 709 High Street, Charlotte, 48813. Be sure to include name, address and telephone number. GET A HEAD START WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS Whether you're shopping for better digs, bigger office space or a newer mode of transportation, count on the Classifiedsrf6‘ take the leqwork out of the race! > ?■< And when you've got something to sell, an ad in the Classifieds can put you in the lead at a price so small that anyone can afford to be a sport. So next time you want to get the job done, team up with the Classifieds...and save your running shoes for the gym! THE WINNING TEAM AYNODU THE Eaton County special handicapped horseback riding volunteers sought ticipate. The Grand Ledge The Eaton Special Riding School District sent a class of Volunteer Association handicapped high school (ESRVA) needs volunteers students to participate. The for its spring session of busing expense was paid for horseback riding for the out of the Knights of Colum­ handicapped. bus Tootsie Roll campaign. The session is scheduled for Also, Eaton Rapids sent six Tuesdays, April 16 through elementary school students. June 4, from 8:45 a.m. to The ’91 spring program will 3:30 p.m. Orientation Day is include students from both April 9. The location for the program is in the arena behind improves balance. Besides all Grand Ledge and Maple Valley. Eatonlnthese physical benefits, riding For more information about ter mediate/Meadow view can be fun. volunteering for the ESRVA School, 1790 East Packard Last fall, for the Erst time, program, call 627-8888, Highway, Charlotte. students other than just those 543-3003, or 852-1969. Free Volunteers are needed to attending Meadowview child care is provided. help lead horses, to help School were able to parstudents balance on the horse, and to assist students in steer­ ing the horse. No experience Two Maple Valley students is necessary to volunteer. Horseback riding for the interviewed for institute handicapped originated in Thirteen county students, Students interviewing in­ Europe in the 1950s. ESRVA has been offering a program including two from Maple cluding Shelley Williams, of horseback riding for the Valley, interviewed at Eaton Kelly Falcsik, Patrick Tegels, handicapped in Eaton County Intermediate School District and Chris Elder from Grand March 18 to be nominated for Ledge High School; Michelle since 1976. The movement of the rider attending summer institutes Haga from Potterville High on a horse simulates the sponsored by the state board School; Andrew Taylor, Quintin Burns, and Ruth movement of the pelvis while of education. Smith from Charlotte High walking. Also, riding a horse helps strengthen muscles and School; Benjamin Bellows, Matthew Ellsworth, and Kathleen DeMeester from Eaton Rapids High School; and Paul Adrianson and Daniel Finkler from Maple Valley High School. Each student presented a portfolio that demonstrated James L. Friddle their accomplishments, in­ Staff Sgt. James L. Friddle, terests and motivation. There munitions specialist stationed were certificates, poetry, at the Royal Air Force Base in drawings from drafting the United Kingdom, is com­ classes, biology essays, ing home. paintings. Friddle served in Saudi The portfolio presentation Arabia from August 1990 un­ was followed with questions til the returned to England from the interview team. March 6. He married the Students talked about their former Vicki (Mott) of Olivet families, their involvement in and they have one little girl scouting and church activities (Megan) 2 years of age. and plans for the future. 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POSTAGE HASTINGS, Ml 49058 Permit Ne. r ** —vn vnQf\a — 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. 119 - No. 36 — Tuesday, April 2, 1991 Desert Storm veteran meets his Nashville area pen pals by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter When young Tim Higdon was a fifth-grader at Kellogg school in Nashville, little did he dream he would one day return to his old classroom as a hero. But that’s what the 1986 Maple Valley High School grad, a serviceman recently returned from Operation Desert Storm, is to Laurie Kipp’s fifth-graders who now occupy that room. U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Higdon visited the class last Thursday to meet the youngsters who had been his pen pals during his nearly six months duty in the Middle East war zone. Based at Ft. Knox, Ky., with the 5th Squadron of the 12th Cavalry, Higdon volunteered for service in Saudi Arabia. Last August he was sent to Ft. Bliss, Texas, to receive four weeks of desert training. He arrived in Saudi Arabia Oct. 1 as a gun­ ner on a command track vehicle. The long days of waiting before Operation Desert Shield turned into Operation Desert Storm and his unit’s subsequent entry into Iraq were of great interest to the Kellogg fifth-graders. The students quizzed Higdon on many aspects of the war and his service there. “When you heard on TV that we were only 150 miles from Baghdad, I was part of that group,’’ Higdon told the children. For a long period prior to their advance into enemy ter­ ritory, the 3rd Armored Cavalry to which Hidgon was attached was the northernmost unit stationed in Saudi Arabia. Just before the ground war started, his unit moved to the west tip of the neutral zone. During the long wait before the war began, letters and packages from home helped break up the boredom of desert duty. “Some units lived in towns, but we lived out in the desert,” explained Higdon. “We never got to go into town for a soda. When we got packages we split them up (among the troops).” Many of the letters and packages came from folks back home who were strangers to the service people receiving them. Higdon said one of the most unusual cir­ cumstances for him was when he received a letter from a lady living on the West Coast whom he did not know, but whose last name also is Higdon. He said he does not believe they are related. The staff sergeant answered the children’s questions about the monotonous ready-to-eat meals, which were daily fare for desert troops. “We thought we had it bad, but it was not as bad as the Ira­ qi soldiers had it. They had As his Nashville pen pals watched, Staff Sgt. Higdon was presented with a laminated "Welcome Home" banner signed by every student in the classroom, by teacher Laurie Kipp. A former local resident, Higdon recently returned from service in Operation Desert Storm. only moldy bread and stale water,” said Higdon. The students also quizzed Higdon about the weapons he used, what his unit would have done had it come face to Newly-elected trustees receive oath by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Four trustees elected March 11 to Nashville Village Coun­ cil were sworn into office at Thursday’s regular meeting. Taking the oath of office were Republicans Richard Chaffee Jr., Chip Smith and Sue VanDerske, and Democrat Carol Jones Dwyer. All will serve two years ex­ cept Chaffee, who was elected to a one-year term. VanDerske was the only re-elected incumbent; the other three had been serving on the council by appointment. Smith and Chaffee filled seats that were vacated last year by resignation, while Dwyer had been appointed to fill the trustee seat vacated by Ray Hinckley when he was elected village president in March 1990. Other than the swearing-in ceremony conducted by Village Clerk Rose Heaton, very little other business was conducted at Thursday’s meeting. President Pro Tern Ted Spoelstra gave a brief update on a proposed community recycling program. He said Lisa Mulvany had advised him that Vermontville did not wish to participate in the pro­ posed program since, -it already has free curbside pickup pickup of of recyclables recyclables in in that that village. The proposed system would place receptacles for recyclables at Carl’s Market for convenient use by area residents. Cost of having the materials hauled from the site would be $100 per month, and it had been hoped that this ex­ pense could be split five ways by the two villages (Nashville and Vermontville) and three townships (Castleton, Maple Grove and Vermontville), whose residents would benefit from the program. In another matter, Chaffee pointed out that a recent village audit noted that the Lakeview Cemetery Board should be preparing an annual budget in accordance with state regulations, something that had not been done. Chaf­ fee suggested the board be ad­ vised that a budget must be prepared in order to comply with the law. General discussion at the meeting touched on the pros and cons of changing Nashville’s classification from a General Law Village to a Home Rule City. Under the latter system, Nashville would take over all duties now performed by the township for the village (assessing proper­ ties, collecting school and county taxes, conducting state and national elections) and property owners within the corporate limits of Nashville would no longer be obligated to pay taxes to support the township. Information on laws affecSee Village Trustees, Page 2 face with Saddam Hussein, Higdon replied, thoughtful­ what were the effects of ly, “I didn’t kill anybody, but smoke from the Kuwaiti oil I did destroy some tanks and well fires, and if he had to vehicles, but they (Iraqi miss the Super Bowl game. soldiers) had come out of The answer to the last ques­ them by then.” tion is “yes.” He went on to explain: About smoke from the oil “For a long time before the fires, Hidgon replied: “When war I thought about what I we first crossed the border it would do if I had to shoot sowas there, you could see it, meone...but because I did my you could see the fires off in job and others did theirjobs, I the distance, but it didn’t slow didn’t have to kill anybody.” us down any.” Higdon added that he did The ultimate question came see a lot ofbodies and called it from a young lad who wanted “a real eye-opener” when he to know, “Did you have to See Desert Storm, Page 2 kill anyone?” Local Lions Club hosting annual Senior Boys-Father-Guest Night The annual Senior Boys — Father/Guest Night — spon­ sored by the Nashville and Vermontville Lions Club, is planned for April 23. The program will be held in the high school cafeteria and refreshments will be served. Each senior boy attending will receive a gold medallion with “Class of 1991,” Maple Valley High School, engraved on it. The guest speaker will be Greg Matthews from Three Rivers and his leader dog, Jake. Matthews is a professional golfer and owns the Pine View Golf Club. Vocational education survey of recent grads underway Each year the Eaton In­ termediate School District Vocational Education Depart­ ment must conduct a survey of the students who graduated from their vocational pro­ grams the previous year. This year students will be called between April 1 and April 9. The survey is required by the Michigan Department of Senior Tea set for April 9 Sworn into office as newly-elected Nashville village trustees last week were I (back row front left) Richard Chaffee Jr., Chip Smith (front row from left, Carol Jones Dwyer and Sue VanDerske. Village Clerk Rose Heaton (right) administered I the oath of office at Thursday's council meeting. i The Senior Tea for the senior girls and their guests will be held Tuesday, April 9, at 7 p.m. at Maple Valley High School. This year the Vermontville Women’s Club is planning and hosting the event, with the Nashville Literary Club in at­ tendance as their guests. Education. The purpose is to evaluate what each student is doing after graduation and how this relates to their voca­ tional training. The students’ comments about vocational training ex­ periences will be recorded and the results will help determine future vocational training of­ ferings by Eaton ISD and the local school districts. In This Issue... • Nashville gets new water tank • Opera House to be dedicated Sunday • Cancer drive starts this week �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2, 1991 — Page 2 Policy analyst to speak on Engler's education agenda Dr. Michael Addonizio, education policy analyst for Gov. John Engler, will speak on the governor’s K-12 educa­ tion agenda. Dr. Addonizio will speak on Public Act 25, school aid proposal, finance reform and choice at this presentation at Eaton Intermediate School District, 1790 E. Packard Highway, Charlotte, Michigan, April 29, from 4 to 5:30 p.m.The presentation, sponsored by Eaton Intermediate School District Professional Develop­ ment Committee, will be followed by a reaction pane, of Bill Watson, EISD Voca­ tional Education Director; Mike Rocca, Eaton Rapids Desert Storm, THE WINNING TEAM YOU ffiS AND THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 -saw.’what technology and modern weapons can do. The children, were curious about whether the allies had claimed any of the abandoned Iraqi tanks. Higdon said some were brought back “to study and to test with our ammuni­ tion,” adding, “Our M-l tanks are like Cadillacs com- • NOTICE • NASHVILLE RESIDENTS There will be a public hearing Thursday, April 11,1991 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers to discuss the following proposed ordinance amendments: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE WATER RATES continued from 1 pared to theirs.” During his service overseas, Hidgon dropped 27 pounds. The youngsters wondered if that was due to unappetizing military rations, but Higdon said it was a com­ bination of hard work, skipp­ ing some meals and the stress factor. Higdon returned to the States at his home base in Kentucky March 17, two days after his wife, Teresa, gave birth to their daughter. The baby has been named Evedina Lacretia. The couple also has a 2-year-old son, Timothy. At Kellogg School Thurs­ day, Mrs. Kipp’s fifth-graders presented Sgt. Higdon with a huge laminated “Welcome Home” banner signed by all the students in the classroom. Village trustees, Amending Ord. No. 1-11-79-A, as amended on 3/8/90 Add to Section 1, following the specified Water Rates, and before the Minimum Rate: BEGINNING IN 1991, THE ABOVE WATER RATES SHALL BE ADJUSTED ANNUALLY, WITH PRIOR APPROVAL OF COUNCIL AND EFFECTIVE ON THE FIRST OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING COUNCIL APPROVAL, TO REFLECT INCREASES OR DECREASES IN THE MICHIGAN CON­ SUMER PRICE INDEX (AS PUBLISHED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR) FOR THE PRECEDING CALEN­ DAR YEAR. Amend Section 3 to increase the $300.00 fee to $400.00 PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE SEWER RATES Amending “Exhibit A - Sewer User Charges”, of Ord. No. 2-28-80 New “C”, of Exhibit A - Sewer User Charges, to read as follows. (Deleted text is shown with lines through it, new text is in BOLD TYPE.) C. Superintendent; Wayne Buletza, EISD Special Education Director; Kathy Tomlanovich, Charlotte Schools Curriculum Director; and Don Sovey, Charlotte O, M&R CHARGE (Delete reference here to footnote #2) EFFECTIVE APRIL 1,1991, the O,M&R charge shall be ^>1.66 $2.06 per one thousdand (1000) gallons of metered water use per month. EFFECTIVE APRIL 1,1991, for unmetered water customers, the O.M&R charge shall be $6.00 $8.50 per residential equivalent unit assigned to the premises per month. BEGINNING IN 1992, THE ABOVE O,M&R CHARGES SHALL BE ADJUSTED ANNUALLY, WITH PRIOR APPROVAL OF COUNCIL AND EFFECTIVE ON THE FIRST OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING COUNCIL APPROVAL, TO REFLECT INCREASES OR DECREASES IN THE MICHIGAN CON­ SUMER PRICE INDEX (AS PUBLISHED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR) FOR THE PRECEDING CALEN­ DAR YEAR. continued from 1 ting such a change were pro­ vided in materials supplied to the council by the Michigan Municipal League. Heaton said she would make copies for all council members to study. “There are a whole lot more advantages than disad­ vantages (in changing from village to city),” said Hin­ ckley, who had reviewed the material prior to the meeting. “Residents of Nashville would no longer have to pay township taxes. We are (now) being doubled-dipped for so many services, it is just not fair to the people of Nashville.” Hinckley said he was referr­ ing to such services as the fire and ambulance departments, the transfer-recycling center, etc., that are supported with tax dollars from three govern­ mental entities: the village of Nashville and the townships of Castleton and Maple Grove. Since a Nashville pro­ perty owner now has to pay both village and township taxes, said Hinckley, he or she is contributing twice to support these services while those owning property in the townships are paying only once. The village of Nashville presently comprises portions of both townships. Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ......10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: AWANA........... 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin ....7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . .10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. 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 Assistant... Don Roscoe Schools Business Director. A question and answer period for the audience will follow. There is no charge for the event, but registration is re- Obituaries Arthur Frank Roose LAKE ODESSA - Arthur Frank Roose, 71 ofLake Odes­ sa passed away Friday, March 22, 1991 in Ionia. Mr. Roose was a resident of Sebewa Township since 1971 moving there from Charlotte. He was employed by the United State Postal Service for four years. He also worked at General Motors and worked in the pressroom, Plant I for 28 years, retiring in April 1,1989. He was a Veteran of World War II in the Army Air Corp. Mr. Roose is survived by his wife, Marietta M. Roose. They married May 7, 1960; a daughter, Jean Robinson of Potterville, a son, Robert (Myrtle) Roose of California; grandchildren, Lisa RooseChurch, Rich Roose, Cathy Robinson, Kim Robinson, Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ...7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER great grandchildren; nine great great grandchildren; three brothers, Pearl Baker of Sunfield, Leo and Vance Baker; a sister, Marian Kline, all of Charlotte; two step daughters, Frieda Bams of Mesa, California and Donna Hause of Hastings; three step sons, Harold Ackett ofRenton, Washington, Leon and David Ackett, both of Nashville. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Arthur Satterly in 1970 and Fred Ackett in 1990; a brother, Merton Baker. Funeral services were held Monday, April 1 at the Pray Funeral Home. Burial was at the Gresham Cemetery. NASHVILLE Nina Marguerite (Satterly) Ackett, 84 of Nashville passed away Wednesday, March 27,1991 at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mrs. Ackett was bom in Vermontville, the daughter of David and Grace (Rogers) Baker. She had been a lifelong resident of Eaton County. She was a member of the Gresham and Nashville United Methodist Churches and the Just-A-Mere Club. Mrs. Ackett is survived by a son, David ofHarsen’s Island; two daughters, Audrey (Clare) Steward and Florence (Herbert) Hillard, all of Char­ lotte; ten grandchildren; 20 Come Visit ... Darlene Thursday, Friday, and Saturday "The Mirrors Image" „ipe wikkoitS imaae4V Hair stylist for Men, women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 --- PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) 8593 Cloverdale Road (14 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) A.M. Worship .9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 1:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.......... 11a.m. P.M. Service ............. 6 p.m. OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. 301 Fuller St., Nashville Stanley Roose and Laurie Roose; great grandchildren, Megan Roose, Kaylee Roose, Ashley Ehl, Richard Ehl, Rodney Harding II; sisters-inlaw, Norma Rose and Jackie Church; brothers-in-law, Cal Rose and Ray Church; five nieces, seven nephews, three great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Rodney Harding and a brother, Charles Roose. Funeral services were held Monday, March 25 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield with Reverend Dick Cross of the First B aptist Church ofSebewa officiating. Burial was at the West Sebewa Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Nina Marguerite (Satterly) Ackett (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE quired. To register, call Mary Latchaw at the Eaton In­ termediate School District by April 23 at (517) 543-5500/484-2929. FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11a.m. Church School .......11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, April 2. 1991 — Page 3 Putnam Library announces new book titles “Encyclopedia Of Garden Plants” by the American Hor­ ticultural Society. A com­ prehensive, illustrated guide to mroe than 8,000 trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, foliage and water plants, and cacti and succulents. Contains more than 4,000 full-color photographs. Presented in memory of Lewis W. Schulze by Joan (Neff) Boehmer, Deb (Barton) Knowles, and Cheryl (Barton) Kane. A eulogy by Cheryl Kane has been affixed 1^.lk > .lki ws^tS^L tSSL s >isS Sss Help Wanted g. g.§ jj^ussfr Hl®u 1.ssfr .ssr SS SSl WS& W* W Workmen Monday (March 25) delivered a new water detention tank used in the process of removing iron from Nashville's municipal water supply. The tank and an aeration tower, to be installed at the water plant on Water Alley, replace a 1953 system. tail t,a ilJ^IBB , J^IBB itaivntotar W^«b iU| nWlMa. i®. ’Kfutata ItU StiURMitf tfit WubO WjiM ij-^'i toiiHito sfej taiii j(Qjj) fol'EWW ta« toj^likhi t taitattnl [j. J) itata Darlene lM*1 1*’ New water processing tank installed at Nashville last week J-Ad Graphics News Service New equipment to provide for removal of iron from Nashville’s municipal water system was delivered last Monday. The new unit replaces an old system that has been in place since 1953, according to Department of Public Works Supervisor Leon Frith. 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Later this year the village plans to enclose the new equipment within a pole-barn structure to be added to the rear of the existing cement block building that houses pumps and other equipment pertinent to maintaining the municipal water supply. with an IRA from Eaton Federal Savings Bank AUTO • FARM • HOME HEALTH • BUSINESS • LIFE • SEMI-TRUCKS • An Individual Retirement Account is still the best way to save for the future. Tax reform did not eliminate IRA deductions entirely. Chances are you still qualify. Stop in for complete details! TOBIAS MASON Eaton Federal Insurance Agency — FREE QUOTES — 852*2005 • Dick Tobias Bank NASHVILLE ||HU Little League Sign-up Applications and money must be returned no later than April 8 to be put on a team. It can be mailed to Mike Meade at 490 Eaton Road, Nashville. Make checks payable to Nashville Little League. Now through April il rN 13th stop in and see art displayed by Eaton County Juniors and Seniors as they compete in the Bill Whitney Competition. Sponsored by the 1 !/ FDIC FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 EQUAL HOUSING INSURED LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... By Susan Hinckley Smelt runs interested readers 61 years ago Nashville area residents were enjoying smelt dipping in the north and spring vaca­ tions at home 61 years ago this week. Reports of these and other seasonal activities were recorded in Local News and Country Correspondence col­ umns in the Nashville News of April 3, 1930. Local News . — Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Douse and family enjoyed a smelt dinner Sunday, brought from Boyne City by their daughter, Theresa. She reports that this has been a good season for smelt fishing and people from all over Michigan and different states came to participate. — Several from this section have journeyed to Benzonia and Beulah the past week to try their luck at dipping smelt during the annual fish run in the creek there. Gail Lykins, accompanied by Dr. Sherman Fowler and two other men from Hastings, was up a few days ago and returned with about 85 fish. That gave Gor­ don Edmonds the fever and so Tuesday noon, with Earl Olmstead, Horace Babcock, Gene Barnum and Stewart Ed­ monds, he went to Benzonia. Wednesday afemoon they returned with a dozen smelt, a bent fender, or what have you. We’re still wondering who sold them those 12 fish, why they run out of gasoline, etc. Anyway, they say it’s great sport to go smelting. — Ladies of the Eastern Star served an excellent sup­ per to the public at the Masonic Temple dining room Tuesday evening, the menu consisting of scalloped potatoes, baked beans, biscuits and maple syrup, together with the trimmings. A large number of folks took advantage of the opportunity to “eat out,’’ and consequent­ ly the ladies were well patronized. — The Rev. and Mrs. G. E. Wright, accompied by Miss Effie Dean, attended the District Missionary meeting in Grand Rapids Monday. They also took 63 dozen eggs to the Clark Memorial Home in that city, from the Nasvhille and Maple Grove Methodist pastorates. — Sam Buckmaster has presented the News office with one of the most peculiar products of the wood but­ cher’s art, in the form of a knife and fork carved out of one piece of wood and held together by a joint so that each works separately and yet are inseparable. The joint works much like a pair of pliers. Making such implements is one of Sam’s pastimes and he says he’s going to make us a pair of pliers some of these days. Well, he’s the only one we ever saw who could do the trick, but he does it and it’s neat when finished. — Frank C. DeYarmon, assistant secretary ofthe Mer­ chant & Manufacturers Co. of Mansfield, Ohio, was in town Wednesday visiting McDerby’s Agency, local representative of the Ohio company. J. Clare McDerby was in Grand Rapids Satur­ day, attending the monthly conference and school of in­ struction ofWestern Michigan representatives of the Mutual Life Insurance Co. of New York. — Bom Monday, March 31, to Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Mix of Hastings, was a 9'z^-lb. son who has been named Richard Louis. Mrs. Mix (the former Vada Hum­ mel) and son are being cared for at the home of Mrs. Homer Ayers. — L. C. and W. C. DeBolt received word last week ofthe death of their sister, Mrs. Albert Head of Santa Rose, Calif. She will be remembered by her old friends as Mae DeBolt of this place. — Mrs. Bertha Alf is doing quite poorly at her home on North Main Street. Mrs. Min­ na Huwe of Lansing has come to make her a visit. — Mr. and Mrs. Azel Mix of Lansing spent the weekend in the village. They expect to move back to Nashville the latter part of the week. — Donna Northrup left Saturay afternoon for a week’s vacation at Sunnybrook Farm, visiting Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo and Hastings as side trips. — Miss Geraldine Olmstead is working in the Jean Beauty Parlor at Battle Creek. She spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Olmstead. — Charles Dahlhouser’s little daughters, Doris and Frances, underwent opera­ tions for removal of tonsils Tuesday morning at the house. Dr. Lofdahl was the surgeon. — Dale Navue moved Monday into Mrs. Rose Weeber’s residence of North Queen Street. — Miss Margaret Nash of Ypsilanti is home for spring vacation... Miss Genevieve Hafner of Lansing is home for her vacation.. .Pauline Douse is spending her vacation visiting Opal Gill in Otsego...Mrs. Carl Bean is spending her vacation at Con­ klin, with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bean...Mrs. Cora Parks is spending the spring vacation period at her home here...Miss Mildred Caley of M.S.C. is spending her week’s vacation with her parents. — Superintendent George E. Bersette of Newaygo visited friends in the village Wednesday night. — Chauncey Hicks, Lyle Maxson and Howard Allen at­ tended a union meeting in Hastings Sunday. — Mrs. Margery Wilson, Mrs. Jessie Wenger, Mrs. Bert Miller and Mrs. Gage were at Hastings Friday to at­ tend a one o’clock luncheon at the Oddfellows Hall. — Mrs. Roy Smith has returned from Pennock Hospital and is gaining nicely. — (Barryville) Will Har­ ding had his hand severely cut one day last week while buzzing wood. Infection set in and he is spending a few days at the hospital...Our rural This early ivOOs logging operation was located near Beulah, one of the nor­ thern Michigan areas where Nashville residents enjoyed smelt dipping in the spring. Beulah and neighboring Benzonia, both situated at the eastern edge of Crystal Lake in Benzie County, were popular spots during the annual fish run in creeks there. This photo is from the collection of the late Ella Taylor of Nashville, whose father, Alfred P. Denton of Vermontville, once worked at the logging camp. been vaccinated during the McMillan in the Upper Penin­ past week...Don’t forget the sula is visiting at Will ministers are quite busy men: Aid dinner at the Gleaner Baas’...Mr. and Mrs. Owen Rev. Rhoades is helping Rev. Hall, election day. Hynes and children spent Sun­ Edgerton cut wood, and in — (North Castleton) The day evening at Charles return Rev. Edgerton will teacher has been hired for the Furlong’s. help Rev. Rhoades...Perry Wellman School for the com­ — (West Kalamo) Dr. Fassett of the State College is ing year.. .Ralph Bliss assisted Nicholson has been testing spending a few days with the in putting on the finishing cows on this street, and so far home folks...Harley Hayman touches to John Rupe's new reports no reactors...Mr. of Omaha, Neb., came last brooder house recently built. Barber has purchased the team Friday night to spend a week The chicks are due to arrive of William Manthy. Mrs. with the home folks. He got this week...Roads are bad Manthy and wife will move to into the snow storm and drifts again. The terrible “Dakota” Battle Creek in the near and made only 25 miles future... Several were vac­ Thursday...Russell Mead of blizzard of snow sure made traffic stand still...Paul Rupe cinated in this locality last M.S.C. is spending his vaca­ and wife, accompanied by week for smallpox, but only tion at home. friends, of Battle Creek, one case is reported — Keith — (Quailtrap items) L. E. visted the former’s parents Martens...We are glad to in­ Paddocks have moved from Sunday. He had to have help form the many friends ofMrs. the Martens farm to the to get over the roads in this Ray Oaster that she has George S. Marshall farm west section...This weather makes returned home from the of the Three Bridges...Alice us all look for fuel to keep the hospital, and we hope for the and Wilma Fuller spent the home fires burning — so the complete recovery of both weekend in Grand Raoids coal man is busy. herself and infant with Bemita Herrington.. .Mr. — (Martin Comers) Not as daughter...The PTA reports a and Mrs. Harry Boise and large an attendance as usual at fine entertainment given by family are enjoying a new the Rural Men’s League at the the Powers family last Friday radio. Carl Howell spent church Friday evening, but all night, and decided to have a Saturday with Harry Boise. who came enjoyed the fine novelty social April 25. Roy Boise of Battle Creek talk by Rev. Showerman and — (Northeast Castleton) spent Sunday with his parents, the potluck supper...Gilbert Eloise Pennock has been quite Mr. and Mrs. Harry Boise. Endsley left Wednesday of ill the past week...Clarence — (Morgan) Miss Dorothy last week for Los Angeles, Appelman is busy wallpaperMead, who is teaching in where he will visit ing...The Hosmer PTA was Newaygo, is spending her spr­ relatives.. .Miss Beatrice entertained Friday evening by ing vacation with her parents, Barry, a teacher in the Grand Mrs. Rizor, Mrs. Titmarsh Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Haven schools, has been enand Clarence Appelman. A Mead...Rev. W. J. Angerer conducted the quarterly joying a week’s vacation with good program was planned, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. and everyone spent an en­ meeting at Hastings last week. Milo Barry...Some from the joyable evening.. .Mrs. Several from this way attend­ neighborhood attended the Brooks is ill with a hard cold. ed the meeting Sunday...!. 25th wedding anniversary of — (Barnes District) F. W. W. Schaffer, who has been Mr. and Mrs Warren LeBaron of Chicago spent the entertaining the grippe, Coolbaugh at their home near weekend at Fred Jordan’s and returned to his work at Coats Grove last Saturday was accompanied home by his Plainwell, Sunday afternoon. — (Branch District) Perry evening. All report a very daughter, who will spend her pleasant time and wish this Fassett, a M.S.C. student is vacation with him...Ernest spending a few days at the worthy couple many more Hartwell was at Battle Creek home of his parents, Mr. and years together. Monday and the doctor found — (Castleton Center) Clare Mrs. Jesse Fassett... Miss his eye coming alongjust fine. Ruth Mudge returned to her Carpenter began work Mon­ Mr. and Mrs. John Mason and day for Orton Endsley...Art Miss Vera Mason accom­ school at Grand Rapids Sun­ Shull has moved on Mrs. day afternoon, after spending panied him to Battle Bishop’s farm for the coming a week at home...Mrs. Sarah Creek...James H. Davis, 89, year...Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Ostroth and Mrs. Mabel who spent the greater portion Linsea entertained friends at a Adams will entertain the Dor­ of his life around Nashville sugar party Monday cas Society of the North and vicinity, passed away at night...Zeno Garlinger visited Maple Grove church Thurs­ his home in Whitehall Mon­ Tobal Garlinger Saturday day, April 10, for dinner. day evening, the cause of his evening and found him not Everyone is cordially indeath being pneumonia. He vited...Mr. and Mrs. Henry quite so well. was a Civil War veteran and — (Dayton Comers) Mrs. Bidelman attended the play one of the oldest residents of Loreen Cole and little given at the Striker West Kalamo. Those who are Schoolhouse last Friday daughter, who have been left of his friends extend their spending the winter with their evening. sympathy to his wife and uncle, Marion Forman, went — (North Kalamo) The family. He will be buried at K.W.C. met at the home of to live in Hastings SaturWhitehall. day...Robert Hall of Mrs. Edith Griffin on West Lawrence Avenue, Charlotte, Wednesday afternoon with a small attendance. The pro­ gram was short, due to the fact those expecting to take — 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE — part were unable to attend. A paper, “O’Henry,” was read by Mrs. Hazel Frey. After a social hour the club adjourned to meet in two weeks with For appointment call Vermontville... Mrs. Hazel Frey...A new case of smallpox in Kalamo and a great many of the peo­ Ask for Ricki or Linda ple, including children, have R.L. Hill Tax service Spring meant a break from classes for many Nashville area college students who returned home for a brief visit. Also enjoying seasonal vacations were school teachers, many of whom spent their time off with the home folks. This spr spr-­ ingtime view of Central Park shows the west side of Nashville's Main Street business district in the late 1920s. Glasgow's hardware store is in the center;; a parking area now occupies the site. • individual • Business • Farms welcome 517-726-0282 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. April 2, 1991 — Page 5 4-H shooting sports meet to be held on Saturday, April 6, at Bellevue Vermontville Opera House to be dedicated J-Ad Graphics News Service State Rep. Frank Fitzgerald and other dignitaries are ex­ pected to take part in ceremonies Sunday afternoon, April 7, to dedicate Vermont­ ville’s newly-renovated Opera House. The historic 1898 building has recently been restored through a $25,000 state grant and contributions from local governmental units, organiza­ tions and individuals. The renovation has been a community effort, steered by the Friends of the Opera House Committee comprised of Village President Sue Villanueva, Vermontville Township Supervisor Russ Laverty, local Chamber of Commerce President Don Mulvany, and Hildred Peabody, representing the Vermontville Historical Society. Once again, as in days of old, the Opera House has become the center of com­ munity activities and it is ex­ pected to be host to various presentations, meetings, dances and receptions. In its earlier days it also served as a polling place, movie theater and roller-skating rink. High school graduation exercises also were staged there. Art exhibits are expected on the new agenda. The state grant mandates creation of a Fine Arts Council charged with bringing art and other ex­ hibits to the Opera House on a regular basis. Sunday afternoon’s event will feature an open house from 1 to 4 p.m., with the dedication ceremony set for 3 p.m. Musical entertainment will be furnished by the Maple Valley Dulcimer group, said Peabody, and refreshments will be served. The public is cordially in­ vited to attend. Maple Valley FFA attends convention fe rtral^S. -iSutaMu) to fctaitap I1* IkfKwt.ta »■ .fjptastas) ®l ipt tat PU b ffl BttaalFrKbjntajli] H In fa, Ku to The Maple Valley FFA spent three days, March 18-20, at Michigan State University, for the 63rd State Convention. The theme for the conven­ tion was “Rising to the Challenge of a New Era.” Many sessions went on, in­ cluding an IMP workshop, BOAC workshop, horticulture workshops, animal science workshops and more. The delegates for Maple Valley were Joel Butler and Jason Byington. Duff Laverty was the alternate. Other local people who went were Michelle Gidner, Tanya Bowen, Adam Gussey, Matt Reid, Gary Gillean, Corey Bumford, D.J. Lamance, Jack Cripe, Grant Simpson, Ben Ashley, Pat Kerby, T.J. Loy, Bret Flower and Tony Bowens. There were five sessions, at which Gov. John Engler, Dennis Sargint and National FFA Central Region Vice President Julie Classen from Nebraska spoke. Gary Gillean and Tina Snedegar received State FFA degrees. The FFA chapter also received a silver award in the outstanding chap.ter awards. The new state of­ ficers were elected and new region vice presidents were elected. Correction ____________ The Maplewood Elemen­ tary School honor roll published in the March 19 All 4-H shooting sports leaders, members and parents are invited to participate in the county shooting sports meets Saturday, April 6. BB guns and firearms will meet in the 4-H Building from 10 a.m. to noon and archery will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. at the ball diamond south of the Maple Valley News in­ advertently omitted the name of sixth grader Tim Harmon. 4-H Building. The next meeting will be Saturday, May 4. BB guns and firearms will meet from 10 a.m. to noon and archery will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. Both segments will be at the Bellevue Conservation Club, 8484 Butterfield Highway. Spring Is Just around the corner! think ! Perk up with a new cut or style at... The Village Hair Port 470 E. Main, Vermontville Callfor appointment... 726-0257 Mens • Womens • Childrens Vermontville's 1898 Opera House has once again become the center of community activities, following its recent restoration. An open house and dedication ceremonies to celebrate the conclusion of the year­ long renovation project are set for Sunday. The building has been a registered state historical site since 1978. Vermontville Lions learn about ‘Drinking & Driving— Teens' “Drinking and Driving — What Teens Should Know” was the Vermontville Lions program given March 26 by Richard Genther from the Maple Valley Chapel — Genther Funeral Home at the Ver­ montville Congregational Church. Thirteen Lions and guests Ron Merrill and Tom Fuller enjoyed dinner and the pro­ gram, as well as the induction ceremony of the newest Ver­ montville Lion, Rick Parker, by Genther. Genther said a program can be devoped at Maple Valley High School where parents and students can work together to stop drunk drivers. One Lion asked if this is a problem in the local school. Another Lion answered that some kids start drinking at an early age and some have been suspended from school for having alcohol. Genther urged the Ver­ montville Lions to be actively involved in education to pre­ vent drunk drivers, and Lion Terry Swartz will contact school counselors to pledge the Lions’ support to the program. Easter Season Special ... surprise that special person with flowers that say more than words. 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And the interest payments can be tax deductible — con­ sult your tax advisor for details. Use your home equity line: whenever you need it, for whatever you choose: cars, boats, home im­ provements, vacation, college, etc. Stop by or call any Hastings City Bank Office today to establish your HOME EQUITY CREDIT LINE. WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK RICHARD J. EWING OWNER GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE iLtaEuN mDEimR Member FDIC Hastings • Middleville • Bellevue • Nashville • Caledonia Current Annual Percentage Rate ... 10.875% Maximum Annual Percentage Rate ... 18% �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2, 1991 — Page 6 Apostle Peter comes to life in one-man drama presented lost week by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Peter, the leading apostle of Jesus Christ, was brought to life for Nashville senior citizens last Wednesday in an inspirational original monologue written and per­ formed by the Rev. Steven Reid of Hastings. The presentation was held after a noon meal at the COA Nutrition Site in the Masonic Temple. Appropriately costumed, but using the vernacular of modern times, Reid recounted Peter’s years with Jesus as seen through the apostle’s eyes. “I hope you don’t mind if I reminisce about my three and one-halfyears with Jesus,” he told the audience. Peter then detailed his “all­ time favorite miracles” per­ formed by Jesus, which in­ cluded the apostle’s daring walk on water at the command of the Lord. “Have any of you ever walked on water?” asked Peter, adding light-heartedly, “I understand when your water freezes here in the winter you sometimes do.” For Sale Automotive 1985 CAMARO loaded with Ttop, $3,500 or best offer. 945-2387.___________________ School Lunch Menus FOR SALE: White fiberglass pickup cap, $175 or best offer. Also Ford truck rearend with 3.5 gear ratio. Call anytime after 4pm 948-2081. Maplewood School Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 3 Thursday, April 4 S Maple Valley Athletic Boosters £ Spring Break. I BINGO I S ■THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.; ■ Friday, April 5 llllllll Mill II Illi mini im NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Spring Break. MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA ■ Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 ■ Tuesday, April 9 Hot dog on bun, potato rounds, green beans, pears. Monday, April 8 Sapghetti-O’s, com, peanut butter sandwich, pickles, peaches. Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 3 Spring Break. Thursday, April 4 Spring Break. Friday, April 5 Spring Break. Monday, April 8 —Come in * and get a new style for the new season. Spaghetti-O’s, hot dog, green beans, cherry sauce, butter sandwich. Tuesday, April 9 Fishwich/bun, peas, juice, granola bar, cheese slice. Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. — Owner — Diana Kuempel NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Diana’s Place 852-9481 BBQ PORK RIBS - DINNER Dads Post 241 at VFW Post 8260, Nashville, MI BBQ Ribs, Corn on Cob, Baked Beans, Baked Potato, Cole Slaw, Roll, Beverage. Reservations must be in by April 2, 1991 - Sign up at Post 8260 or call 517-852-9260 — New in Nashville! Spring Break. Thursday, April 4 Spring Break. Friday, April 5 Spring Break. ♦Chicken Patty/bun, ♦Ravioli, mix vegetables, pears, bread and butter. • 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. • OPEN to the PUBLIC by RESERVATION Wednesday, April 3 Monday, April 8 Saturday, April 13 6.00 per person / s3.00 12 yrs. & under Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Tuesday, April 9 ♦Burritos, *Sauce/cheese, ♦Tuna Casserole, peas, peaches, bread and butter. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. 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Reid’s por­ trayal showed Peter’s conster­ nation at the arrest of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. “He had done nothing wrong,” observed Peter. “The most wild thing He ever did was to overturn the money changers’ tables in the temple. I couldn’t imagine why they arrested Jesus.” He continued: “Jesus had no enemies other than some of those Pharisees and Sad­ ducees. Everyone loved Jesus.” Peter’s subsequent triple denial of Jesus, which the Lord had predicted predicted, later brought the apostle great guilt and anquish. “When at last it came to choices, I’d denied His name,” he confessed. As Peter, Reid gave a graphic account of the crucifixion of Jesus and ofthe despair and helplessness felt by His followers: “We just stood there and cried.” Peter continued: “It wasn’t fair that someone wicked like myself was alive and Jesus was dead.” But Christ’s resurrection gave Peter an opportunity to seek His forgiveness for, of all the apostles, it was Peter to whom He appeared on that day. “He forgave me because 'Jonah' to visit Quimby Church on April 9th The “After School” special at Quimby United Methodist Church will receive a famous visitor on Tuesday, April 9. “Jonah,” as portrayed by the Rev. Steve Reid will tell children all about his many travels. In recent weeks the pro­ grams have been focused on Bible studies about people whom God gave a second chance. The experience of Jonah is unique in that he traveled through stormy seas and completed his journey in­ side the belly of a large fish. The “After School” special meets every Tuesday, when school is in session, from 4 to 5 p.m. Activities include snacks, the program, craft time and closing songs. All children are welcome to come to Quimby UMC. The church is located on M-79 about two miles east of M-37. For more information about this and other ministries of Quimby United Methodist Church, call the parish office at 852-1993. National Ads HOSPITAL JOBS: start $6.80/hr, your area. No experi­ ence necessary. For information call 1-900-226-9399 ext. 1885, 6am-8pm 7 days. $12.95 phone fee. I’LL SHOW YOU how! Work at home and EARN $300 PER week or more GUARANTEED! AMAZING MESSAGE REVE­ ALS DETAILS. Phone (517)371-5002 EXT.1360. FREE GIFT. The Rev. Steven Reid of Hastings kept the Nashville audience spellbound with his dramatic recollection of Jesus as seen through the eyes of Peter. His conversational, first-person account of those times has brought Christ's leading apostle to life in some 200 perfor­ mances over the past 11 years. He loved me,” said Peter. He concluded his presenta­ tion by telling his audience: “Christ is alive in 1991 in Nashville, Michigan... and he hears every one of your prayers and intercedes with the Father.” Reid has performed his im­ personation of Peter some 200 times over the last 11 years in several states. “What a privilege to go all over the U.S. and show this drama,” observed Reid. The first presentation was in April 1980 at the Peace United Methodist Church at Barryville, and later the same day it was given at the Quim­ by United Methodist Church. Reid was pastor of both chur­ ches at the time. He is now executive direc­ tor of Love, Inc. in Hastings. Besides his appearance at the Nashville COA, Reid also presented his drama last week at the Nashville Assembly of God at Good Friday and Easter morning church services. 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Unless you do this, there is a good chance that such responsi­ bility will be turned over to your closest living relative, regardless of your relation­ ship to the person, and arrangements made alien to your wishes. ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, April 2, 1991 — Page 7 Rain failed to deter Vermontville Easter Egg Hunt held by girl scouts J-Ad Graphics News Service “Be prepared” is the Girl Scout motto, and that’s exact­ ly what Cadettes in Vermont­ ville’s Troop No. 636 were last Wednesday. The girls had planned an outdoor Easter Egg hunt on the grounds of First Con­ gregational Church for Maplewood kindergartners. Rainy weather changed those plans a bit, but did not stop the troop from successfully con­ ducting the scheduled event. Instead of marching Linda Gaber’s combined morning and afternoon kindergartners downtown for the hunt, the Cadettes, under direction of their leaders Dawn Balcom and Cindy Krolik, staged the hunt on the courtyard of the school grounds with the classroom as a nearby backup. Some 45 children par­ ticipated in the hunt. After fin­ ding an Easter egg on the grounds, each youngster was entitled to claim a “Bunny Bag,” which the Cadettes had decorated and filled with can­ dy and small toys. Everyone received a bag, For Classifieds... call 945-9554 VERMONTVILLE A LITTLE W LEAGUE Sign up April 10 6:30-7:30 p.m. Boys and Girls 6 years old thru 13 years old Maplewood School Maple Valley Chapel After the hunt, the children gathered at the picnic tables to open their "Bunny Bags," which were filled with candy and small toys. and the lucky finders of four specially marked eggs were awarded an additional toy or book as a prize. Those win­ ners were Danielle Myers, Jeff Paulins, Sai Hha Mater NOTICE Linda M. Twitched Clerk of the Board of Commissioners PhucTioneeRS g rcmtors^F Genther Funeral Home Donations by the Vermont­ ville Lions Club, Ken Lam­ brecht of Sav-Way grocery, Wendy Mater of M’s County Junction, and parents of the participating kindergartners also contributed to the event, said Krolik. 204 North Queen St. Nashville, Michigan Many long hours of pa­ tience, dedication, hard work and fun will culminate July 20-27 at the Eaton County 4-H Fair. The 1991 theme is “Come One, Come All and Have Some Fun” and was submit­ ted by the Country Kids 4-H Club. Kathy Pion of Olivet is the Serving Barry and Eaton County for over 100 Years “Where professional and reverent care makes a difference.” administrative leader. The cover design was drawn by Kathryn Hamill of Grand Ledge. She is a 5-year member of the Golddiggers 4-H Club. The 4-H members, leaders, families and clubs invite everyone to the fair “to see the best of the best.” Sponsoring the C.O.P.E. Grief Support Group EASY ACCESS RAMP AVAILABLE Member of the Forethought Pre-Planners MONUMENTS AND GRAVE MARKERS <> Cremation Service Available For Sale PIANO FOR SALE: Wanted: Responsible party to take on small monthly payments on piano. See locally. Call Manager at 800-635-7611. (517)726-0181 ITBT L 144 SOUTH UNH SIREGT MERMOriTMIHE. hlCHICAH 49096 riASHMIUC offea CHLOR-TRIMETON ChlorTrimeton M0(9 (517)852-1717 NEOSPORIN NEOSPORIN CREAM OR OINTMENT 4 MG. TABLETS 24’5 1/2 0Z.____________$2.59 Chlor Trimeloti &- rill.OR TRIMETON IMG. M'S______ MAXIMUM STRENGTH 1/2 OZ._____________ $2.88 “nn0 DRIXORAL NEOSPORIN KAOPECTATE 8 OZ., TABLETS 12'S OR CHEWABLE TABLETS 16’S TABLETS 10’S ‘JUST LISTED! *3 bedroom home with family room (517) 852-0840 RICHARD A. GENTHER DIRECTOR Eaton County Fair theme announced 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, 1991. Minutes of the meeting are availa­ ble in the County Clerk’s Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485­ 6444, Ext. 225. STANTON'S and Matt Root. The annual Easter Egg hunt previously has been conducted by the local Senior Girl Scout troop, but the 12 active Cadette members of Troop 636 assumed responsiblity for it this year. ‘Nice two bedroom year-round home at w/fireplace Thornapple Lake ‘Stove & ref. stay with home ‘ONLY $19,900!! (V-54) ‘Newer seawall, screened porch ‘Land contract terms! (M-36) ‘Four bedroom home on approx. 10 acres ‘Living room and family room ‘large 3 bedroom home with 2 baths, 2 kitchens, family room, garage, deck *20 acres with pond goes with the property! (CH-106) Color Reprints only 19*!!! L-95. Approx. 1.79 acres for only................ $2,950 ‘Small ranch home in Nashville (N-77) 1-94. Approx. 4 acres with well, septic, drainfield and electricity already on site 3" Color Reprints from Color Negatives only. TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION No Limit Valid April 1 - 30, 1991 EXTRA STRENGTH Bargain of the WEEK! TYLENOL GELCAP SO’S OR TABLETS 60'S 377 TUESDAY, APRIL 2 - 64'/a acres of vacant land with stream and woods, located near Vermontville. SATURDAY, APRIL 6 - 330 acre farm with two homes and buildings and excellent line of farm machinery located in the Muskegon area. Ls IV > THINKING OF SELLING AT AUCTION OR LISTING CONVENTIONALLY? PLEASE CALL US SO YOUR PROPERTY CAN BE MARKETED PROPERLY IN 1991! 1 OIL OF OLAY FOAMING FACE WASH 3 OZ., INSABLE COLD CREAM 4 OZ., or REFRESHING TONER 7.75 OZ. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. 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MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRY* EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR... Eves. 726-0223 DOC OVERHOLT 852-1740 SANDY LUNDQUIST.......................... 852-1543 HUBERT DENNIS 726-0122 DON STEINBRECHER....................... 852-1784 GARRY KNOLL............................ Eves. 852-0786 JERI BAKER........................................... 726-1171 (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HMS Multiple Listing Service (MLS) ■ • REALTOR Home Warranty Available SPACIOUS “COUNTRY BRICK” ON 1 ACRE-MAPLE VALLEY - Nice 7 THIS IS A HOME YOU “MUST SEE NASHVILLE ■ 5 BEDROOM HOME (or 8 rooms plus room 3 efficiency apartment stairs). Many up­ recent improvements. 2 car garage & large breezeway. ((N-367) TO APPRECIATE”!! 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(VL-359) (VL-247) Storybook characters make appearance at Maplewood J-Ad Graphics News Service Mary Poppins was spotted at Maplewood Elementary school in Vermontville last Monday. So were Paul Bu­ nyan, Abe Lincoln, Bo Schembechler, and Dorothy from the Land of Oz. They were seen in the com­ pany of a host of other characters — real or fictional. The occasion was the se­ cond annual “Storybook Character Day,” in which students and teachers are encouraged to come to school dressed as their favorite storybook characters. The event is the culmination Community Band seeking members The Maple Valley Com­ munity Band is actively seek­ ing new members. Good candidates for band membership are those who may have played with a band in high school or college. The group rehearses from 7 to 9 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of each month in the band room at Maple Valley High School. Those who need in­ struments can be helped. Some of the highlights of plans for this year are perfor­ mances at the Maple Syrup Festival in Vermontville later this month, the Maple Valley adult graduation ceremony May 28 and the Lilac Festival June 16 on Mackinac Island. For more information, call Director Charles Brill of Ionia at (616) 527-3355. of National Reading Month, observed at the school throughout March. Maplewood Principal David Doozan said the youngsters are asked to portray a character in a book selected and actually read by the stu­ dent. Occasionally, the work turns out to be a story written by the student himself. Each child is instructed to bring along the book in which his or her character appears. At a morning school assembly in the Maplewood gym, Doozan presented the children individually to the audience, introducing each character and the name of the book in which they appear. “You kids did a great job dressing up as characters,” the principal told the students. He added that he hoped youngsters would take time to read the various books represented by their peers. Special reading sessions and a multitude of other reading and writing activities were featured throughout March as part of the observance. In­ dividual classrooms at Maplewood also made attrac­ tive window posters boosting the benefits of reading. PENNY SUPPER! V.F.W. Post 8260 — Nashville, Ml Saturday, April 6 I Chop Suey, Baked Chicken & Dressing x Serving... 5:30 tO 7:30 P.M. 1 VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival TALENT SHOW Friday, P.M., April 26 Call... 726-0554 or 726-0670 Two Divisions: Jr. Ages 12 & Under Sr. Ages 13 & Up �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. April 2. 1991 — Page 9 11 area wrestlers place at freestyle meet in Homer The Charlotte Wrestling Club competed at Homer High School March 30th, with 11 area free stylers placing in groups 1-3. Placing first in group I (8 & under) was Jonathan Thomp­ son. Bringing home second place medals were Matt Thome and Zachary Trumble. Group 2 (9 & 10) had Tim Wawiemia medaling in se­ cond place, JeffJones taking a third and Kyle Lockscheide placing 4th. Nick Garza and David Taylor brought home gold medals for 1st place in the 11-12 year old group. Ryan Elliston, Scott Herman and Tyler Robbins placed second and brought home silver medals, while Pat Lowe plac­ ed fourth. Saturday, April 6th Charlotte will host its own tournament at Charlotte High School. Wrestling will start at approximately 9 a.m. with the 8 year old and under group. Medals will be awarded for 1st through 4th places. Farm Antiques FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Chan­ nel Catfish, Perch, and Fathead Minnows. LAGGIS* FISH FARM, INC., 08988 35th St, Gobles, MI 49055, Ph. (616)628-2056 days (616)624-6215 evenings. OLD ORIENTAL RUGS Wanted any size or condition. Call 1-800-443-7740. GALLOWAY BEEF BULL for sale: Purebred coining 2 yr. old. 1,600 lbs., thick, powerfully built Excellent crossing bull. 948-9016 after 7pm. MORE NEWS! 10:00 am to 5.00 pm Sunday. Apri 7 Lansing Civic Center, 505 W. Allegan, Lansing Admission - $2.00 - 95 Exhibitors Info: Curious Bookshop (517)332-0112 Vermontville Hardware Wolcott-Kienutske SALE ITEMS 5’WOODEN HOLLAND STEPLADDER (Reg. ’25”) J/ 6’WOODEN HOLLAND STEPLADDER (Reg. ’31”) ’19 J.. .. $3" Storm damages historic Nashville building last week Last week's violent thunderstorms are believed responsible for damage to the last original, unaltered Grand Rapids. A Sept. 21, 1991, wedding is being planned. Hoyle-Wolcott Mr. and Mrs. Hoyle of Nashville are proud to announce the engagement of GET Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only S13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051 Thirteenth Annual Antiquarian Book And Paper Show Engagements Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Wolcott of Nashville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Jenny Rebecca, to Brian Douglas Kienutske, son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Kienutske of Nashville and Karla Terpening of Hastings. Jenny is a 1990 graduate of Gull Lake Christian School and is currently working in Kalamazoo as manager of the footwear department at Kmart. Brian is a 1984 graduate of Maple Valley. He is currently employed by Auto Style of Jobs Wanted CLEANING LADY looking for work. Homes, offices, restaurants, etc. 945-2387, Kathy. their daughter, Heather, to Scott Wolcott, also of Nashville. No date has been set. storefront on Nashville's Main Street. Several bricks from the front of the former Thornapple General Store toppled to the sidewalk during Tuesday night's storm. Owner Jerry Brumm, who with his partner Rick Shepard, now operates Great Northern Longbow Co. in the historic building, believes high winds are responsible for the damage. Workers Thursday 50’ REINFORCED HOSE .. $O099 $ 1 5 GAL. FIBRED ALUMINUM ROOF COATING .................. 1" &AOYA99 Prices Good April 1-April 7 Doug and Julie Durkee VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 South Main Street Vermontville, Michigan HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 to 6:00; Sat. 8:30-5:00; Sun. 11:00-3:00 removed bricks to lower the storefront by two feet. The structure is best remembered as an early bakery 726-1121 and cafe. Barry County Commission on Aging Lunch Menu, Events — ATTENTION — Nashville Residents There will be a public hearing held Thurs­ day, April 18,1991 in the Nashville Coun­ cil Chambers. Purpose: Elisha Page is requesting a special use permit and or variance in order to construct a three-family dwelling on lots 110 and 111 of Hardendorf's Ad­ dition to the Village of Nashville or 840 Reed Street. The property is presently zon­ ed R-2. Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals. NOTICE There will be a public hearing held Thursday, April 18, 1991 in the Nashville Council Chambers. Purpose: Donald Conner is requesting a special use permit and/or variance in order to con­ struct a garage on his property located at 415 Gregg Street. The property is presently zoned R-1. Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals Wednesday, April 3 Beef patty and gravy, red potatoes, asparagus, bread, oleo, dessert. Thursday, April 4 Chicken, Italian blend, beets, bread, oleo, dessert. Friday, April 5 Goulash, carrots, com, citrus, fruit. Monday, April 8 Mushroom steak with gravy, potatoes, peas and car­ rots, bread, fruit. Tuesday, April 9 Veal scallipino, mashed potatoes, winter blend, bread, cookies. Events Wednesday, April 3 Delton, Blood Pressure, poetry; Hastings, Judy Walker on Insurance; Nashville, singalong with Margaret Reed. Thursday, April 4 Nashville, bingo. Friday, April 5 - Hastings, blood pressure; Nashville, popcorn. Monday, April 8 Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, April 9 - All sites puzzles; don’t forget our trip to Crossroads Village, sign up now!** Michigan grain stocks reported up from previous year's total Stocks of com, wheat and soybeans in Michigan storage facilities on March 1 were higher than the previous year. In contrast, oats stocks were below levels ofa year ago, ac­ cording to the Federal/State Michigan Agricultural Statistics Service. Com stocks in Michigan, at 131 million bushels, were seven percent higher than a year earlier. Sixty-eight per­ cent of total com stocks were stored on farms. Soybeans in Michigan storges were at 18 million bushels, 29 percent above a year earlier. Off-farm storages held 53 percent ofthe soybeans. There were 16.1 million bushels of wheat stored in Michigan. This was 82 percent above the 1990 level. Eighty-one percent of wheat stocks were in commer­ cial storages. Oats stored in all positions totaled 5.6 million bushels, down 35 percent from last year. Fifty-seven percent of the stocks were stored on farms. Nationally, com stocks on March 1 were placed at 4.79 billion bushels, virtually un­ changed from a year ago. Of the total stocks, 64 percent were stored on farms. Soybeans stored in all posi­ tions totaled 1.19 billion bushels, 13 percent above March 1, 1990 holdings. Onfarm storage held 47 percent of the stocks. U.S. wheat stocks were placed at 1.4 billion bushels, up 48 percent from last year. Sixty-two percent ofthe wheat stocks were held in commer­ cial storges. Oats stocks totaled 229 million bushels with 61 per­ cent of the stocks stored on farms. Now Accepting ... Letter of General Inquiry for United Way Budget ’91-’92 Interested Barry County Non-Profit Groups may submit letter to ... Barry Area United Way P.O. Box 81 Hastings, Ml 49058 ATTENTION: Budget & Allocations Committee — Deadline is April 12,1991 — TROWBRIDGE’S Auto Parts & Service Center Simplicity Lawn & Garden Equipment Snapper Mowers, Tillers & Snow Blowers BCS Tillers We Slock Parts For Most Automobiles Briggs & Stratton Tecumseh Kohler Mark Master Mowers Ohio Steel Carts & Rollers Snapper Green Machine Trimmers Simplicity & Others Automotive Parts & Service We service most makes & models of Lawn Tractors, Mowers, Tillers and Most Makes of Automobiles 130 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml. Phone (517) 726-0569 In Business Since 1951 DrWiaJittlefsdvaWat! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. April 2, 1991 — Page 10 Cancer drive starts this Tuesday in Nashville area J-Ad Graphics News Service Local volunteers for the Barry County unit of the American Cancer Society will be knocking on Nashville doors for contributions star­ ting this week. he campaign is to be launch­ ed Tuesday evening, April 2, at the Nashville fire station. Karen Smith, coordinator for the Nashville drive, said additional volunteers are needed to cover the town. Entertainers needed for Sr. Citizens Day The Eaton County 4-H Fair, Senior Citizen’s Day Commit­ tee, is looking for area enter­ tainers to perform Wednes­ day, July 24, at Senior Citizen’s Day at the fair. If you are an entertainer, have a unique hobby or belong to a musical group, respond to this curtain call. Applications are available by writing Mona Ellard at the Eaton Cooperative Extension office, 126 N. Bostwock St., Charlotte, 48813-1497 or call 517-543-2310. A wide range of activities is planned and a diversity ofper­ formers is sought. The Senior Citizen’s Day program is held on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. during Fair Week. COBB CM Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Do-it-yourself • 1JA” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 7260377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Dennis Mapes, owner at Mapes' Family Florist, accepts an American Cancer Society collection canister for placement in his store. Making the placements with Nashville merchants is Karen Smith, coordinator of the ACS’s local drive which kicks off with a community canvass starting tonight (April 2) at the Nashville fire station. Barry County Extension Latest contributions to Putnam Library listed Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS KU Anyone who can help is asked to be at the fire station at 7 p.m. (tonight) to receive in­ structions and materials. Col­ lectors have until April 13 to complete the canvass of their assigned neighborhoods. Householders will recognize the canvassers by their ACS identification tags, noted Smith. The volunteers also will be distributing ACS flyers outlining the impor­ tance of nutrition as a cancer preventative. Included is a handy “shopp­ ing list” of foods iir four recommended categories: low in fat, high in fiber, rich in Vitamin A or Vitamin C. If the householder is not at home when the canvasser calls, an envelope to mail a donation will be left. Also, Smith is placing American Cancer Society canisters in Nashville business places to collect contributions. OH The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library came recently in memory of Fred Swift by Miss F. Esther Shepard, Phillip LaFleur, Bill and Virginia Cox, and the children of Virginia Cox. A donation was received from Elmer Bingham. Donations to the refur­ bishing fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box 920, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names of donors and those named in gifts will I Calendar of Events be listed in the Maple Valley News. Names of donors will be listed in the book of con­ tributors and those named in gifts will be added to the Memorial Scroll. ‘Cost of Production' worksheets available Cost of production worksheets for com, soybeans and wheat have been developed by the Cooperative Extension Service. They are available free of charge by contacting the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service, 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte. Farmers can use worksheets to calculate their costs, which are key in making marketing decisions. The worksheets provide averages derived from MSU research, but also include a place for individual farmers to use his or her ac­ tual costs. Average budgets provide trend information, but do not accurately reflect production costs for a specific farm. The averages are, however, useful for comparisons. When a farmer’s costs are high relative to the average, management changes are very likely needed for the farm to remain competitive. The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: April 4 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds, Hastings. April 6 - Fair Book Proofreading, 6-9 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. April 10 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. April 10 - “Water Treatment Systems,” 1 p.m., Extension Office. Everyone Welcome. April 12-13 - 4-H Challenge Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. April 13 - 4-H Outdoor Sports Club Open House, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Barry County Conservation Club, 1180 Cook Road, Hastings. April 13 - 4-H Style Revue Program, 6 p.m. (judging); 7 p.m, (program); First United Methodist Church, Hastings. April 17 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. April 19-21 - 4-H Shooting Sports Workshop, Kettunen Center. April 19-21 - 4-H Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and Youth Ex­ perience Action (YEA), Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Comers. April 22 - Extension Advisory Board, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Siding Insulation Decks dditions Armour's Remodeling “No Job Too Small” BRYON ARMOUR License #083426 Ph (517) 852-9313 after 5:00 112 Cleveland St. Nashville, Ml 49073 ATTENTION ! Farm Machinery, Campers, Trucks, Autos, Boats Recreation Vehicles, Construction Equipment Needed for our... Annual Farm consignment Auction LOCATION: M-66 South of Nashville 2 miles to Lawrence Rd. then West 2 miles to Assyria Rd. then South '/« miles. Saturday, April 13*11 a.m. If you are thinking of having an auction and you aren’t sure how or if an auction would work for you.please give us a call. We will arrange a strictly confidential meeting to go over our program to determine what will be best for you. *^e gray mare, auctions aren't what they used to be. Real Estate and Auctioneering I Please consign early so we can get the best advertising ofyour equipment in our large advertisement coverage area. 234 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9529 or 517-852-1699 Potterville 517-645-7654 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2. 1991 — Page 11 Maplewood students showcase talent Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment LANGHAM REMODELING repairs, insurance estimates, licensed and insured, 30 years experience. 852-9300 after 4pm. Nashville. . ROOFING-SIDING­ Community Notices AA/AL-ANON: Meetings at St. Cyrils Church Tuesdays at 8:00pm. MEETING OF CONCERNED citizens in opposition to the Collier-Mud Creek Intercounty Drain Improvement Project, 7:00pm, Tuesday, April 2, Woodland Fire Bam. REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call we do it all. HENEY TOOLS CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.____________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed-and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Wanted VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for horseback riding for the hand­ icapped program, April 16 to June 4 on Tuesdays. Free child care provided. Call 627-8888, 543-3003 for more information. Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 Castleton Township — to hold — Informal PUBLIC HEARING Lisa Gibson shared a story she had written, called "The Biggest Bully." Other original works, including poems, skits, plays, songs and news reports, were presented by their authors. to Hi myoNAiiW by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Storytellers, playwrights, poets, songwriters and even a magician appeared Wednes­ day at Vermontville’s historic opera house. The occasion was the first annual Young Author’s Day, sponsored by Maplewood Elementary School. Participants in the day-long event were fifth-graders in classes taught by Vicki Williams, Bernie Hynes and Bob Smith. Sixty-one youngsters took part in the occasion, which in­ volved sharing an original work. The students had devoted a great deal oftime to creating material presented at the opera house. “It took a solid week and a half of classroom work,” noted Smith, who said the students also dedicated their recesses and free time to the project. The youngsters wrote original short stories, plays, skits, self-help tips, news reports, narratives or songs, and then compiled their work into booklet form. Several had coloful, fancy covers. Most of the handwrit­ ten books carried dedications and “publishing” data on the title page. Nearly all had il­ lustrations, also done by the talented young authors. Not only were the finished products on display at the opera house, but many of the authors also took to the stage to read or enact their works for an appreciative audience offellow students, parents and community residents. “This is quite a fete for Maple Valley,” observed Smith. “I don’t believe anyone else in the county is doing it to this magnitude.” Eighteen of the youngsters participating in the Maplewood event will be selected to attend a Young Author’s Conference for fifth graders, to be held April 19 at Charlotte. Students attending Kellogg School in Nashville also are expected to par­ ticipate in that conference at the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. Smith stressed that the Charlotte event is open to the public and encourages atten- CLIP THIS and SAVE IT! 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Appreciation also was expressed by Smith for use of Vermontville’s Historic Opera House for the occasion. In a proclamation signed March 7 by Village President Sue Villanueva, the Village Council designated March 27 as Vermontville Young Author's Day. ...for interested persons regarding the Proposed Assessors Plot for the South side of Thornapple Lake, West of Morgan Road to Castleton Town­ ship line. Informal meeting to be held April 10, 7:30 p.m., Castleton Township Hall. Vings Sanitary Service, 945-4493 or 1-800-866-4493 Serving Hastings A Barry County Communities Since 1950 • 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings • COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL • INDUSTRIAL Clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK UPS • MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service •0 Gallon Karl Service Available INDUSTRIAL * COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS LANDFILL Open to Public Tuesdays and Saturdays 8-5 Where Every Part Delivers It All SPRING IS HERE...BEAT THE RUSH! Buy Your Spring Parts Now! 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Shurfine Pear Halves, Yellow Cling Halves & Sliced Peaches -69^ L Cholesterol Free Shurfine Frozen orange Juice „ 89* t-'.'/l S lOM i SIP.Mt Shurfine White or Decorated Shurfresh Towels Margarine 39* Quarters 111 irorHijvUaarcKep IfrecKEelp 2 9* IBM 4 4 a � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-04-09.pdf 83fa5b01d50d4753356d61e35578c4dc PDF Text Text HASTINiSP^li^W new Us- POSTAOt Hastings, mi 49056 Wa5lU? C street testing n Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 4905(1 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 37 — Tuesday, April 9, 1991 Nashville police gets bullet-proof vest by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Part-time Nashville police officer Tim Cole last week was given a “Second Chance. ” At least, that’s what someday it could prove to be. Cole was the recipient of a Second Chance bullet-proof vest with breastplate protec­ tor. The Michigan-made vest, which costs approximately $500, features a front pocket for insert of a heavy ballistic panel for added protection. The vest was given to Cole by the Michigan Association ofPolice as part oftheir ‘ ‘Safe Start” program for new police officers in the state. Presenta­ tion was made Friday by James R. Gudenburr, com­ munity relations coordinator for MAP. Based in Vermontville Council adopts rate incentives for new businesses by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter David Hulsebos will soon re-open Vermontville’s longclosed car wash on East Main Street. His will be the first new business to benefit from a price break on municipal ser­ vices approved by Vermont­ ville Village Council Thurs­ day. The action followed a public hearing on the matter. The panel decided that any new business in town should receive the benefit of reduced water and sewer service rates for the first year of operation. “We are using this as an in- centive for all new businesses,” said Trustee Rod Harmon, who recommended approval. “We want more businesses to come to town.” Under the new plan, drafted by the Water Committee, a new business owner will be charged monthly base rates of $5 for water and $10.25 for sewer service. In addition, he or she will pay one half the current use charge. At pre­ sent, this would be 58 cents per 1,000 gallons ofwater us­ ed and 58 cents per 1,000 gallons for sewage service. Harmon gave an example of a business that might use 20,000 gallons of water per month. In that instance, the monthly water service would total $16.60 and the sewer, $21„85. He said he understands that some householders may ques­ tion the new plan, asking “What kind of a break am I getting?” But Harmon said the lower rate is intended to attract new businesses and will be limited to one year for each. After 12 months on the lower schedule, a new business will be charged at regular current usage rates. “This is nothing like a tax See Incentives, on page 2 Southfield, the association is a non-profit organization that funds its community service programs through donations. “We have given away ap­ proximately 100 vests so far,” said Gudenburr. “Our goal is to give away 500 a year. A number of Michigan cities and town have benefitted from the “Safe Start” pro­ gram, ranging from L’Anse in the Upper Peninsula to Muskegon Heights on the west side of the state and St. Chair Shores on the east. Gudenburr said new police recruits are selected as reci­ pients, and he locates these candidates by contacting police training acadamies and chiefs of police. A former Southfield police officer who retired as a com­ mand officer with the depart­ ment, Gudenbarr said the “Safe Start” program was the idea of the late Carl Parsell, a retired Detroit police officer and former director of MAP. “He had a dream of supply­ ing each new officer with the protection of a bullet-proof vest,” explained Gudenburr. See Police, on page 5 Part-time Nashville police officer Tim Cole is one of some 100 new law enforcement officers in the state already selected to receive a bullet-proof vest under the "Safe Start" program sponsored by Michigan Association of Police. The organization hopes to distribute 500 such vests in one year. Making the presentation is James R. Gudenburr, community rela­ tions coordinator for MAP. Banners, billboard promote Vermontville Syrup Festival by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Vermontville took on a festive air last week with the addition of a giant Main Street billboard and lamp post flags promoting the village’s annual maple syrup festival April 26-28. The popular celebration, which attracts thousands, is traditionally held the last full weekend of April. This year marks its 51st anniversary. Gene Fisher, president of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation, sponsor of the event, last week enlisted several volunteers to help him intall a 10-by-12-foot promo­ tional billboard on the lawn of the historic Vermontville Academy, near the town square intersection. The huge sign features a stack of pancakes smothered with a generous supply of syrup. The picture is made of molded plastic. “The pancakes came from the Flapjack (restaurant) in Lansing,” said Fisher. “They changed their sign and called us to ask ifwe had any use for (the old one).” Darwin Sample of Ver­ montville volunteered to make the backing and frame to hold the giant stack ofhotcakes. He produced a portable blue signboard with attractive gold lettering to advertise the syrup festival. Sample cleverly designed the sign so that dates for the annual three-day celebration can be easily changed from year to year. Another festive addition to A tempting stack of pancakes on a giant billboard in downtown Vermontville advertises the community's upcoming Maple Syrup Festival. Darwin Sample, left, constructed the sign around the "pancakes" donated by a Lansing restaurant. At right is Gene Fisher, president of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation, sponsor of the annual festival. Joyce and Amos Haigh, longtime members of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation, show one of the 10 festive flags she made for display on lamp posts in the village. These will replace the traditional over-the-street festival banner. Joyce has special ties to Vermontville; she is a descendant of one of the original settlers. Vermontville’s business district last week were 10 lamp post flags designed, stit­ ched and decorated by Mrs. Amos (Joyce) Haigh. The gold fabric banners feature lettering and a maple leaf painted in shades of green. The Village Department of Public Works helped install the flags, which, according to Fisher, will replace the tradi­ tional over-the-street festival banner. The Amos Haigh family See Syrup, on page 3 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, Apnl 9, J.991 Incentives adopted in Vermontville Continued from frontpage—■ abatement,” explained Har­ mon. “If we were giving large tax abatements for 10 or 12 years, it would be a lot more money than that.” In another matter Thursday, the council agreed to seek ad­ vice from Michigan’s attorney general if their dispute with Pittsburg Tank & Tower Company is not resolved within seven working days. The problem stems from a $4,800 charge by the Hender­ son, Ky., firm for little over two hours work on Vermont­ ville’s 65,000-gallon municipal water tank last December. The village paid the bill Dec. 11, immediately upon completion of the job by a three-man crew that came to Vermontville to make a routine check ofthe tank. The village has a contract with PT&T for such service. Village officials said they were led to believe the tank had sustained wind damage and was in danger of falling from a corkscrew effect. The village paid the $4,800 bill with the understanding it would be reimbursed by its municipal insurance carrier under the Michigan Con­ sulting Managers (MCM) Group Inc. Village Clerk Sharon Stewart and Trustees Rod Harmon and Don Martin say the tank company crew leader phoned MCM from the village office and informed an insurance company represen­ tative that the proposed repairs were of emergency status. It was then that MCM consented to be responsible for the bill and agreed to fax a letter of confirmation re­ quested by Stewart. The insurance company sent that letter, but later denied the claim, citing lack of evidence from the tank company to confirm that the repairs were necessitated by wind damage. The insurance company asked the tank com­ pany for additional data, but this has not been forthcoming. Initially the tank company had also proposed to furnish and replace roof hatches and vents for an additional $3,800, but it was finally agreed only the windage rods and struts needed service. Both the written proposal and the invoice presented to Vermontville by the tank com­ pany cited “For: needed emergency repairs.” But insurance company of­ ficials said they later talked with the tank company and determined that the job was “probably just a normal maintenance type of repair.” Village officials say the tank crew did not even com­ plete all of the work listed on the proposal. Although they were to tighten windage rods and weld struts, as needed, they had no welder with them, said Harmon, who watched the operation. He said the on­ ly equipment used was a rope seat and a pipe wrench. “The only place we’re get­ ting with these (tank) people is no place,” commented Harmon, who said he has made repeated calls to Don Johnston, president of Pitt­ sburg Tank & Tower. Har­ mon reported to the council Thursday that he has twice faxed a requested copy of the insurance company denial to Johnston, who later claimed he could not locate the letter even though Harmon had con­ firmed with Johnston’s secretary that the FAX had ar­ rived. Hannon then sent a cer­ tified letter to the tank firm, which was acknowledged with a signed receipt. Harmon said that in his last phone contact with the company, he learned Johnston had put the matter into the hands ofanother man, named Posey. “It seems Mr. Johnston no Maple Valley Community Education ENRICHMENT CLASSES CLASS TIME FEE DATE 6-10 p.m. $30 4/8/917 MONDAY Office Update* Introduction ot the IBM/PC Accounting* Typing Step-TEEN 7-9 p.m. $18 6-10 p.m. $30 6-10 p.m. $30 7-9 p.m. no fee TUESDAY Exercise 8-9 p.m. 4/15/916 4/8/917 4/8/917 4/15/916 $2 4/9/91 per session Jr. Karate 6-7 p.m. $12 4/9/91 Open Karate 6-8 p.m. $20 4/9/91 Welding & Machine Shop 6-10 p.m. $30 4/9/91 Computer Science* 6-10 p.m. $30 4/9/91 THURSDAY Exercise ; WKS.PLACE MVHS Wolff MVHS MVHS MVHS MVHS Steinbrecher Wolff Wolff Hager MaplewoodGurd 8 8 7 7 7-8 p.m. Woodworking* Beg. & Adv. Word Processing Gymnastics Bonzai INST. 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They are sticking to their guns defending themselves.” Harmon said he expected to talk to the tank company again Monday (April 8), but is not optimistic about a resolution of the problem, adding: “We’re probably not going to get anywhere on our own.” President Pro Tem Russ Bennett suggested the council commence litigation if the matter is not taken care of by April 15. The council agreed that after the deadline they will contact the state attorney general’s office for advice and, if necessary, will consult a municipal attorney. In other business Thursday, the council: — Accepted a bid of $826 by Lyle Varney of Nashville for the village’s old 1966 In­ ternational dump truck with snow blade. Varney’s was the highest ofthree bids received. The others were $255 by Doug Durkee and $252.51 by Chris Feller. Vermontville recently replaced the truck with a new 1991 GMC. — Adopted a resolution of thanks for the hours of work by DPW employees Tony Wawiemia and Monte O’Dell in getting the new truck ready, and agreed to send a letter of thanks to Harold O’Dell for his help. Harmon said their contribution “saved us thousands of dollars.” — Referred to committee complaints about TRIAD Cable-TV service in Ver­ montville. Former village president Bill Mason was in the audience to express con- Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL VERMONTVILLE CATHOLIC CHURCH BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass........... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School .....10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ......6 p.m. • Wednesday: AWANA.......... 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin ... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR 18322651 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School ....... A.M. Service ...... P.M. Service ...... Wed. Service...... 9:45 ...11 ..... 7 ...... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... ...7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER consideration. — Also referred to commit­ tee was a letter received from John R. Bruder, a Vermont­ ville citizen who expressed concern about traffic safety in the business district. One sug­ gestion in his letter called for installation of a four-way stop at the intersection ofMain and First streets. Birthday Club to meet April 16 The Maple Grove Birthday Club will meet Tuesday, April 16, at the Community Building on M-66. A potluck dinner will be at 12:30 p.m. Clare Pennock will bring the birthday cake, and Fem Hawblitz will bring the door prize. Members are asked to have ideas for sum­ mer projects. Diana’s Place 852-9481 PEACE UNITED MAPLE GROVE METHODIST CHURCH BIBLE CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) NASHVILLE METHODIST CHURCH cern about the service. He said he is not receiving a lot of channels for which he is pay­ ing and receives others he has not subscribed to. His com­ plaints to the company have not been met with satisfactory response, he noted, adding “I don’t think they care about us.” Village President Sue Villanueva expressed similar dissatisfaction, stating that her cable service was out for three consecutive weekends but the company would make no ad­ justment on the bill. “Maybe we’re going to have to change companies,” she added. — In another matter involv­ ing Mason, the council refer­ red to committee a proposal to extend water and sewer lines to a new home he is building on Maple Street. What portion of the project cost should be borne by the village will be hashed out in committee and brought to the council for A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School .... 11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship , .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN Sunday School ......10 a.m. A.M. Service.......... 11a.m. P.M. Service ............ 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1991 — Page 3 Syrup Festival receives promotion. operate the Haigh Sugar House at rural Charlotte, but Joyce’s interest in Vermont­ ville goes beyond the annual festival. Her great-great grandfather, Jacob Fuller, was one of the original col­ onists who settled Vermont­ ville in the 1830s. He was a cooper (barrel-maker) in the fledgling community. The Haighs have made syrup for many years and have been members of the corporation since 1968. Joyce was president ofthe group for several years and has held the offices of vice president and secretary. Her husband is on the Maple Manor Committee and the Haighs are in charge of the Vermontville festival booth at the Michigan State Fair held at Detroit in August. The 1991 Vermontville Syrup Festival opens at 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 26, with a talent show to be staged downtown. Barbara Musser (726-0554) is chairwoman of that event. The winners will repeat their performances on stage at 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday. Also, starting Friday, the local post of the American Legion will serve pancakes and sausage at their hall above the bank building, from 4 to 8 p.m. They will continue serv­ ing all day Saturday, starting at 6 a.m., and on Sunday from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Maple Valley Band Boosters also will serve pancakes and sausage all day Saturday, star­ ting at 7 a.m., and Sunday, from 8 a.m. until an unspecified time in the after­ noon. Their location will be in the Vermontville fire station. Another all-day Saturday and Sunday event is the popular arts and crafts show at Maplewood school. Hours for this are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. The Rev. Richard Young of the Vermontville United Methodist Church will open the offical activities Saturday, on the Main Street stage, with an invocation at 9:30 a.m. Greetings by Vermontville Village President Sue Villanueva, local Chamber of Commerce President Don Mulvany, and Gene Fisher, president of the Maple Syrup Corporation, will follow. The Maple Valley Jazz Band under direction of Den­ nis Vanderhoef, will entertain festival-goers until time for the Children’s parade at 10:30 a.m. Mr. and Mrs. Gene Fisher are chairpersons of the parade, which has as its theme, “Sweetness in Fantasyland.” Holli Hale, 1991 Vermont­ ville Maple Syrup Queen, will be crowned by last year’s queen, Tina Yost, in an 11 a.m. ceremony on stage. Also at this time, Albert and Mary Bell, honored citizens and Grand Parade marshals will be introduced. State Rep. Frank Fitzgerald is slated to particpate in this event. At noon, winners of maple products and festival contests are to be announced. Festival­ goers are urged to visit the concession stands and exhibits to try the maple products of­ fered for sale by local producers. The Com Cob Cloggers and Al’s One Man Variety Band are among the stage acts that will entertain the crowd until time for the Grand Parade at 2 p.m. Sally Martin is chair­ woman of this event with the theme, “Sweetness in Toyland.” A performance by the Glen Erin Bagpipe Band is set for 4 p.m. and a square dance demonstration at 5 p.m. Other scheduled Saturday activities include entertainment at the newly-restored opera house during the afternoon, and dan­ cing there in the evening. A “Puff Dragon” pedal tractor pull, followed by a pig catch, starts at 5:30 p.m. Saturday. The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters will offer bingo, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Maple Valley High School. Sunday’s activities include a union church service to be held at Vermontville’s historic First Congregational Church under direction of Rev. Paul Mergener, along with Rev. Young of the United Methodist Church. Al Mott, of Al’s One Man Variety Band, of Cassopolis, will again take the stage at noon Sunday to entertain visitors. Other Sunday after­ noon activities include arm wrestling, chaired by Greg Hoefler, an antique chain saw demonstration by Paul and Morris Miller of Athens, and contests for wood chopping, egg tossing, and pig catching, chaired by Merle Martin. Crown Amusement will be on hand throughout the ex­ tended weekend with carnival rides and attractions. A Friday night special, starting at 4 p.m., will offer six hours of fun forjust $7 — the price for unlimited admission to any or all rides during that period. Other festival attractions will include a petting zoo for children, tours of the historical museum in the old academy building, syrup- Continued from front page making demonstrations and cooking contest exhibits in the Maple Manor. Hildred Peabody is program chairperson for the 1991 Ver­ montville Syrup Festival. Douglas Kelsey will act as master of ceremonies for Saturday and Sunday’s stage presentations. Besides the traditional pan­ cakes and sausage meals, several other menus are being offered during the festival. The local Lions Club is spon­ soring a chicken barbecue Saturday and Sunday; the Congregational Church is ser­ ving roast beef dinners cafeteria style Saturday, and the Methodist Church is offer­ ing barbecued chicken Saturday. Camping will be available at Ponderosa Campground south of the village. A trolley will run from downtown to the camping area both Saturday and Sunday. Local syrup producers will be selling their wares at stands in the village throughout the weekend. Most report a good year for syrup production. In addition to pure maple syrup offered in attractive containers in a variety of sizes, homemade maple sugar, candy and cream will be available. Opportunity Knocking WITHAN EQUITY LOAN FROM EATON FEDERAL RIGHT NOW IS AN OPPORTUNE TIME TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR AFFORDABLE HOME EQUITY LOAN. PUT THE MONEY YOU’VE PAID INTO YOUR HOME’TO USE, AND STILL DEDUCT THE INTEREST. TO LEARN MORE, JUST GIVE US A CALL! Maple Valley High graduates offer pledges at Albion College Maple Valley High School graduates Brandon Roscoe and Cevin Cornish have pledged the Beta Omicon chapter of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity at Albion College. Alpha Tau Omega is a naMiiaaaiiiiiMMiiiiiiiiiin*, 3 Maple Valley Athletic Boosters 5 = BINGO ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA I ■ ETHURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. E 5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 ■ iiiiiiiiiiiiiiaiiiimiiiiiiiai tional Greek organization for men. The chapter came to Al­ bion’s campus in 1889. Fraternities at Albion offer many leadership opportunities and involvement in student life. Roscoe, a freshman at Al­ bion, is a 1990 graduate of Maple Valley and the son of Rev. and Mrs. Donald Roscoe of 316 Phillips St., Nashville. Cornish, also a freshman at Albion, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cornish of Nashville. Eaton Federal — ATTENTION — Nashville Residents There will be a public hearing held Thurs­ day, April 18,1991 in the Nashville Coun­ cil Chambers. Purpose: Elisha Page is requesting a special use permit and or variance in order to construct a three-family dwelling on lots 110 and 111 of Hardendorf's Ad­ dition to the Village of Nashville or 840 Reed Street. The property is presently zon­ ed R-2. Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals. FDIC Jt . 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Perkins, who had dropped in for a chat. Both declare that the entire building was raised several in­ ches and that only the fact that Independent Oil Co. the basement door and stair­ building hit with explosion Sparks from the brushes on way was open saved them the motor of an automatic air from being sent hurtling compressor at the Independent through the roofby the terrific Oil Co. filling station last force from below. Thursday afternoon ignited As it was, both were confumes from gasoline and oil, siderably shaken up by the causing an explosion in the concussion, but escaped basement, which virtually unhurt. Mr. Edmonds had re­ entered the building to secure wrecked the building. The force of the explosion records of the company when blew a portion of the building the second explosion came in which was located the stair­ and emerged with the hair on way to the basement, into bits, his face and hands singed. scattering debris over the oil Firemen turned their hoses pits to the side of the station, into the basement and pumped blew out cement blocks from a steady stream until the lower the basement wall and three of compartment was half filled the upper walls were bulged with water. This put the fire as much as two inches from out all right, and next morning their original position. Scarce­ they were on the job pumping ly a solid block is left in any of the water out of the basement the walls. so an entrance could be made Besides the force of the ex­ and extent of the loss plosion, fire, which was con­ ascertained. fined to the basement, spread Not one of the several cans to oil tanks and tires, and a se­ of oil and other material was cond explosion occurred demolished and early conjec­ about 10 minutes after the tures as to the cause ofthe fire first. The second concussion and explosions had to be was accompanied by a rush of revised. Upon the visit of a flames from every basement representative of the state fire opening and every crack in the marshal’s department Satur­ building, sending spectators day, that official stated it was scurrying away from the his belief that the basement scene to zones of greater room was sufficiently filled safety. with fumes from the various Firemen and others who containers that when the were engaged in trying to motor on the air compressor penetrate the dense smoke and “kicked in,’’ sparks from its save the contents of the room brushes set off the highly above were caught in the se­ charged air, causing the first cond rush of flames and explosion which so rocked eyebrows and hair were badly and wrecked the building. The singed. second explosion probably came when the contents ofone of the cans became ignited. Besides the loss incurred in the building, there is an estimated loss of about $600 in stock, which included oil, tires, etc. It is the belief of company officials that the building, or at least its walls, will have to be rebuilt from the ground up. Insurance was carried on the entire plant and it is expected that as soon as an adjustment is made, the work of rebuilding will commence. (1991 note: The Indepen­ dent Oil Co. was a locally owned organization with its facility located at 133 S. Main St., site of the present-day Shell station. About seven years after the explosion, Ralph Wetherbee took over the station and operated it as a Sinclair Service although the Independent Oil Co. con­ tinued to own the building for a number of years. Later it became a Cities Service station.) Thornapple Lake residents want road improvement Hopes of residents and pro­ perty owners along the Morgan-Thornapple Lake Road that the highway would be improved and made a county covert road were given a setback this week when the petition containing names of signers who want the road im­ proved was returned by the county register of deeds with the statement that it lacked sufficient “acreage’’ in the property represented by the signers. The petition was sent to the register ofdeeds for OK last week, and with the necessary number of signers would have gone to the county highway commission for approval. The road in question ex­ tends from Witte’s comers, two miles west of Price’s cor­ ners, past Thomapple Lake to Several Nashville firemen suffered badly singed eyebrows and hair when caught in a rush of flames from the second explosion at the Independent Oil Co. The second blast sent spectators scurrying from the scene to zones of greater safety. In this circa-1920s photo, the Nashville "fire boys” are seen in front of the old town hall-fire station on North Main Street. «M The location of the Independent Oil Company filling station ripped by an explo­ sion in 1929 is seen in this circa-1950 scene of Nashville's South Main Street. By the time this photo was taken, the station had become a Cities Service; it is now the site of Cappon's Quick Mart. The old Standard Station (now Clayton's Auto Sales) is out of sight at right in this northward view. the junction with M-79 west ofthe lake. That the road in question is badly in need of improvement is the contention ofthose who wish its improvement. Most ofthe highway is in Castleton Township, but the west end extends over into Hastings Township and the whole length of more than three miles has been neglected until it is said to be in bad condition. Considerable travel is routed over this highway dur­ ing all seasons of the year. It connects with the Vermont­ ville road a mile north of Nashville and is a short cut to the lake from the east. Futher efforts on the part of those actively interested in the project are expected to result in enough acreage signed up so that the improvement may be made with the shortest possible delay. Local News — The home of Mr. and Mrs. Ottie Lykins was entered and ransacked during their absence in Florida, and they report that cooking untensils, dishes, a box ofjelly contain­ ing several dozen glasses, sheets and pillow cases, a pair ofpillows are missing and no doubt there will be other ar­ ticles found to be missing. The thieves are thought to have entered through an upstairs window. — Twenty members, in­ cluding the officers of Nashville Temple, Pythian Sisters, motored to Hastings Monday evening and enjoyed a six o’clock dinner with the Pythian Sisters Lodge of that place. Following the banquet the degree team from the local lodge conferred the degree on a class of seven Hastings ladies. A fine time was reported. — Friends here will be in­ terested to know that Wayne Fuller, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fuller of Maple Grove Township, has completed work in the International Business College at Ft. Wayne, Ind., and has ac­ cepted a position as accoun­ tant with the Hedgerman and Hams company, contractors, with offices in Chicago, Boston and New York City. Mr. Fuller will be stationed in Ft. Wayne. He is a graduate of Nashville High School, Class of ’26, and his many friends will be pleased to know he is making good in the profession of his choosing. — A. E. Dull and Beal Dull were in Winchester, Ind., on a 10-day business trip, return­ ing home Tuesday evening, accompanied by a nephew’ who will go to Greenville to visit the Dr. Norman Green family, Mrs. Green being their sister. — Mrs. L. W. Feighner was in Battle Creek Monday and called on L. R. Ashley, who is ill in Nichols Hospital. — Dr. and Mrs. E. T. Morris and Dr. and Mrs. W. A. Vance were in Battle Creek Monday evening and witnessed the showing of “The Desert Song” at the Post Theatre. — Mrs. Cora B. Graham returned Friday from McKeesport, Pa., where she had spent the winter with her daughter, Mrs. Will Joppie, and family. — Harold Wright is home from his work in Lansing, ill with scarlet fever, but is get­ ting along nicely. — Miss Dorothy Powers, teacher in the Sturgis school, spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. E. Powers. — Mrs. J. J. Potter, who has been spending the past winter in Detroit, has returned to Nashville for the summer. — D. H. Evans, one of the oldest residents of our village, celebrated his 90th birthday Sunday with a family dinner at his home on South Main Street, the party including his only daughter and family of South Bend, Ind. He settled (at age 50) in Maple Grove on the farm now owned by Peter Hoffman, and has lived there and in his present home for the last 40 years, where he has seen many changes. While he has been feeble during the winter months, he is now around and able to read or­ dinary print without the aid of glasses, and his mind is as keen as in his youth. — (Barryville) The L. L. Livestock Club met Saturday night at the home of Donald Potter. Dora Foster and Bruce Brumm were voted in as new members... The Barryville Home Management group met last Thursday with Mrs. Ethel Wilcox... Clayton Willitts is working at the Olds factory in Lansing. — (Morgan) Donald Mead went to East Lansing for Mon­ day registration at the M.S.C., but returned to do some spring work for his father, who is still in bed try­ ing to recuperate from an at­ tack of the flu. — (North Castleton) With April 2 being S. J. Varney’s birthday, also the 25th wed­ ding anniversary, a little sur­ prise was given them by relatives. Mr. Varney’s mother, being ill at the home of Sam Varney in Nashville, S. J. and wife had gone over to Nashville to help care for her, and about 10 o’clock a call came from this vicinity that a bright light was at their home, so Sol and wife got into their car and came home, to find about 30 gathered at their home, gaining entrance by the aid of a skeleton key. Mr. and Mrs. Varney were given a hearty welcome by the crowd and forthwith began to enjoy their visit. A potluck dinner was served and they were presented with a small dish of silver dollars as a reminder of their 25th anniversary... Mrs. Otto Townsend, after being home one week from Pennock Hospital, was again taken to Butterworth Hospital at Grand Rapids, and the violet ray treatment is now being used on her hand and arm. — (Maple Grove) The homes of Will Evans and Jesse Brown were struck by lightning Friday, but no serious damage was done to the houses. Miss Esther Kellogg was shocked in the Brown home... Mr. and Mrs. Shingledecker and son of Nashville are moving on the farm formerly owned by Lee Lapham. — (West Kalamo) Roy Shaffer has purchased the Bronson farm of 20 acres. Mr. Bronson, Roy and Ben Shaffer were in Charlotte Monday on business... Mr. VanAlstine is making his home with Mr. Fowler’s peo­ ple since his fire last week. — (Northeast Castleton) Edison Bass has employment in Hastings... Mrs. Sarah Mater and Mrs. Inez Snore of Nashville attened the P.T.A. at Hosmer school Friday evening... Albert McClelland is taking treatments every Fri­ day at Grand Ledge. — (South Vermontville) A very large crowd attended Asa Strait’s auction sale last Tues­ day, and the sale went well... Asa Strait has just had the high line electric installed at his home... Vermontville changed to the fast time Mon­ day, April 8. — (West Vermontville) The community was greatly shocked Sunday to hear that Kermit Smelker, 20, who had been hurt in an auto accident Wednesday, had passed away at St. Lawrence Hospital, Lansing, Saturday. He ap­ peared so bright and cheerful that everyone was radiant with hopes for his recovery, but a change for the worst came suddenly about midnight, and all earthly help failed to restore him. He was brought to the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Smelker, where funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon with burial at Freeport, their former home. The family have the deepest sympathy of the entire community in this hour of great trouble. ■i# ■ ^d •i* i* Up* jpip® Ilfat sfant tf fcj khriUfa tahisifa fauna Wtita ml jititoi �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1991 — Page 5 Nashville man carves elaborate carrousel horse by Susan Hinckley s. s.'&& ’Hi *■«£;; "‘SS it J?S-Skk S‘lted 5te*md5 d i l *«lfcifc, *1 ’slaia slaiaE ■ip 'Wilk .he WunfH iat ■?® % li t ■r SKiKihiif ,H * tai I& [fa Hgnttit1 . n bita-WKi B ta'ina^stt K ift* . - (Vol tai li| JftBtrWk , • hnintd® J,*v 54 n i Ms J* taiiffii W i tai i *’ iirijtSe -fiitatit'a W1 ltke iE fitaifte- Wt ^ ,k i ftsitsss-a ta W 11 ugalih.f Jc If ^I 1L ,Jill* ——. J Iff, I ,Jill* —— f, !k ' il>SJ - * *j>K J f to toto*- '^, ^, *•>*> ® -|W'' j ji M(> ite>dta;*5lJi . iita*y ** * W »** i^ft! i* 5*'i' * few StaffWriter A hand-carved basswood carrousel horse has given its creator, Ahmo Jordon of Nashville, a link with an earlier era. Recently completed after some 700 hours of work, the colorful horse is the first turn­ ed out by Jordan, who with his wife, Ardith, owns and operates Jordan’s Woodcrafts near the intersection of M-66 and State Road, north of Nashville. “There is quite a history behind these (carrousel animals),’’ said Jordan. “Basically they are put together the same way they were back in the 1800s and early 1900s.” Jordan has done a great deal of research on early car­ rousels, and created his lead horse, called a “jumper,” from an authentic pattern. It is called a lead horse because of its designated position on a carrousel. He is now working on a “stander,” which is a taller and even more elaborate model. To gain advice on his pro­ ject, Jordan visited Carrousel Works of Mansfield, Ohio, the only company in the United States still making wooden merry-go-round animals. The horse Jordan just finished is patterned after one manufactured about 1916 by the C. W. Parker Co. at Abilene, Kansas. He said after the manufacuture of wooden Madison, Wise. Some 80 feet in diameter and 35 feet high, the giant merry-go-round sports 35,000 lights. They also can tell you about the C. W. Parker Carrousel museum at Abilene, Kansas. Both the Jordans are now involved in turing out car­ rousel animal cutouts at their shop, in addition to their regular products which in­ clude handcrafted wooden furniture, home and yard ac­ cessories, and various other useful and decorative pieces. Mrs. Jordan will exhibit many BOBBIE’S 1-517-852-0940 Nashville /W F r MORE horses slackened in the 1920s, some companies starting mak­ ing them of cast alumninum because of the wear and tear on carrousel animals. “Now it’s all plastic, and it’s $5,000 to $6,000 even for one made of plastic,” noted Jordan. He said that in the United States one now could find only about 40 individuals who are carvers of wooden horses. Jordan’s horse is made of 44 separate pieces of basswood, painted in handmixed colors and decorated with “jewels” inset in what is called the “romance” side of the horse. ■ This is the right side, the one that would show if it were in position on an American carrousel. The in­ terior sides of the animals always were very plainly decorated in comparison. feels the vests make the of­ ficers much more professional and help them do their jobs more effectively. Sgt. Gene Koetje, acting chief of Nashville Police Department, said local of­ ficers generally work alone and occasionally have need from front for such vests when respon­ ding to certain calls. He said they can find themselves in a sitatuion where back-up help is a half hour away. “We hope you never really have to use it,” Gudenburr told Cole, as he presented the vest. The “jumper” would have been in a row of animals two or three abreast on a merry­ go-round designed for transport from site to site. The “stander” on which he now is working is patterned after animals that stood three to four abreast on a larger, per­ manent carrousel. Three different woods were used in the manufacture of early wooden horses, said Jor­ dan. These were primarily basswood, sugar pine and poplar. Pursuing data on the history of carrousels, Jordan turned up many other in­ teresting facts. For one thing, American carrousels move counter­ clockwise, while those made in England move clockwise. The Jordans also know about the largest carrousel in the world. It is located on House On The Rocks, near Rent your Dress This Year for... $4000 Good selection may be seen beginning Mon., April 8 As always TANNING this time of year LAST WEEK *38.00 a month Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday It’s On The House NO CLOSING COSTS ON A HOME EQUITY LOAN For a limited time, HASTINGS CITY BANK is all closing costs when the state equalized value of your home can be used in place of the nor­ mally required appraisal. Just bring in your current real estate tax assessment and we can quickly pro­ cess your application. There is No Annual Fee. And the interest payments can be tax deductible - con­ sult your tax advisor for details. Use your home equity line: whenever you need it, for whatever you choose: cars, boats, home im­ provements, vacation, college, etc. Stop by or call any Hastings City Bank Office today to establish your HOME EQUITY CREDIT LINE. waiving Current Annual Percentage Rate ... 10.875% Maximum Annual Percentage Rate ... 18% NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051 Dress Rental Service Ahmo Jordan proudly displays his latest work, a hand-carved carrousel horse patterned after an authentic circa-1916 model. Hundreds of hours of labor plus a great deal of research were needed to turn out the animal in much the same manner as it would have been produced decades ago. to!' GET Introducing... - Prom Police gets bullet-proof vest, But Parsell died of cancer last October, a month before the first vest was presented. Gudenburr said he is dedicated to carrying out the goal set by Parsell. The program is funded through phone solicitation, said Gudenburr, and he is aware of negative complaints associated with telephone solicitations. Because of this, he provides each local police chief with forms to report any citizen complaints the depart­ ment might receive about MAP solicitors. Gudenburr said a marketing firm conducts phone calls for the organization and, at the in­ sistence of MAP, all such calls are recorded. These can be matched to complaints from local police depart­ ments, if necessary. He said the solicitor would be discharged if high pressure tactics were used. “That’s the thing it’s my job to track down,” he adds. The MAP “Child Safety” program involves fingerprin­ ting ofyoungsters as a protec­ tive measure. He said his organization had recently completed a program at Traverse City where, in cooperation with Wendy’s Restaurant, they fingerprinted 200 children. The organiza­ tion also goes into local schools to perform this ser­ vice “if the local police don’t have a problem with it.” In addition, youngsters are presented with Child Safety coloring books, and parents are given Child Identification books and taught how to com­ pile and use a such a file to help safeguard their children. As for the “Safe Start” pro­ gram, Gudenburr said MAP of the smaller items at the an­ nual Vermontville Syrup Festival’s Arts and Craft Show at Maplewood school April 27-28. Meanwhile, Ahmo is engrossed in work on his se­ cond carrousel horse. He is eager to see how it will turn out. “There are no two horses the same, especially when they are hand-carved,” he observed, adding that he had found only one problem with his new hobby: “You get hooked.” Hastings • Middleville • Bellevue • Nashville • Caledonia �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1991 — Page 6 (From Our Readers There are advantages to Nashville "as a city To the editor: I am pleased to hear the Village ofNashville is explor­ ing the possibilities of incor­ porating as a home rule city. If they should become a ci­ ty, it will provide some real advantages to both the present village and Castleton Township. The township will be reliev- ed ofthe responsibility for ap­ praising and assessing proper­ ty in the new city, thereby reducing the work load of the township assessor by nearly half. The township treasurer’s work load will be reduced a like amount. The township clerk will also experience dramatic relief from the pressure of her duties. Soldier appreciated all the cards, and letters from home To the editor: I would like to thank all of those people who sent letters to me while I was stationed in the Gulf. Words alone will never ex­ press what they meant to me. I’m not a good letter writer, and I would never have been able to answer all those letters that came to me, even if that was all I did while in the Gulf. I received many letters from kids at school, from people in the communities in which I have lived, and from several people I have never met. It sure made me feel proud to know that I was represen­ ting all of you in the task that we had undertaken. Thank you all for the great support and the prayers that were ex­ pressed while we were away. I’ll be back in the States after April 6, and hope to see as many of you as possible to thank you in person. Sincerely, Scott Flower Charlotte ... Darlene LOST ADULT BLACK LAB since 4-2-91 in the Nashville area. Has red collar. Loved fami­ ly pet Used to living indoors. Call 517-726-1113. REWARD. Hair Stylist For Men, women & Children 852-9192 --OLzi—- 1I- - MRY To the editor: In the past, as Castleton Township Supervisor, I have tried not to respond to allega­ tions that the township double dips the village property owners. In the last Maple Valley News, April 2, an article alluded to just that and men­ tioned investigating the possibility of Nashville ob­ taining the city status to avoid paying township taxes. It seems to be a controversy that pops up every so often, depen­ ding on who is on the govern­ ing board. If this were to happen, my work would be cut by about a third, which would not hurt my feelings. I would be in favor ofthe plan, except that it could turn out to be an expen­ sive lesson learned by all of the taxpayers in the village. This letter is being written for the benfeit ofthe taxpayers in the village ofNashville. Let you judge whether you are be­ ing double dipped by the townships and whether it is to your benefit to obtain city status as your illustrious village president and some other elected officials allude to. You can judge for yourselves just how far the $8,592.51 in taxes received by Castleton Township from village property owners this past year would go toward providing the services the township is now responsible for. By state statute, the township is responsible for the appraisal and assessment ofall classes of property in a general law village. Also, the township conducts Board of Review meetings for the village because the assessments in the village must be identical to the assessments on the same pro- Area man charged with molesting girl for years | TOE OUTPOST Come Help Us Celebrate Our _ Thank You Lost & Found "The Mirrors image" W!uoi<e nuaa6„ GLENN Nelson Rasey Castleton Twp. Trustee CARD OF THANKS Putnam Library Easter Bake Sale tremendous success, bakers, buyers, and calling committees. We thank you. Friends of the library Come Visit Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 111 N. Main, Nashville These reductions may eliminate the necessity to upgrade the township’s com­ puter system. The townships will also benefit by being relieved of the obligation to provide fire protection, ambulance ser­ vice, rubbish disposal and recycling services to residents of the new city. These ser­ vices to city residents will become the sole responsibility ofthe city and can be provided by establishing its own new departments or by contracting. The new city will also assume a share of the respon­ sibility for any liability arising from the old township landfills. Among other benefits, the new city will have increased taxing authority, which will allow it to raise money to in­ crease services and meet its obligations. Don't incorporate as city, charter the township NASHVILLE - An 38year-old man was charged last week with molesting a young girl over several years. James L. Bailiff Jr., of Thornapple Road, was arraigned in Hastings District Court last Wednesday on five counts of first-degree crimi­ nal sexual conduct and one count of second-degree crimi­ nal sexual conduct First-degree criminal sex­ ual conduct is a felony pun­ ishable by a life prison sen­ tence. A preliminary exam was set for Wednesday in district court. Bond was set at 10 percent The charges filed stem from incidents that occurred in 1988 and 1989, but Second Anniversary Wed., April 10 10c Donuts or... 99c Dozen • Taco Salads • Soft Serve Ice Cream • Pizza • Videos 151 S. Main Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-1000 HOURS: Mon. thru Thors. 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Michigan State Police said the 14-year-old victim re­ ported she had been molested repeatedly for several years. Authorities became aware of the incident when the girl wrote a letter to an Eaton County judge, according to police. Barry County Commission on Aging menu planned Wednesday, April 10 Chili, Italian blend, lettuce salad, com muffins, peaches. Thursday, April 11 Pork patty and gravy, sweet potatoes, broccoli, bread, applesauce. MONUMENTS We Specialize in Matching Stones and Designing a Monument to your Personal Need. rt(S V KK o msiqe thiT CjiYcumetiacA f F) • Tfome! Jit/pes-listen Chapel tfedieuted to "Penionaf $ outcenp Seitviee 517-566-8141 of both the village and township, the services I receive from the 16 mills paid to the village is nil. Every ser­ vice recevied from the village except for police protection is paid for separately. I question whether we need the level of police protection we supposedly are being provided. Garbage pickup, water and sewer services all are charged for separately, with none of the taxes helping to pay the cost. Now the village is consider­ ing raising the charge for water and sewer by the amount of inflation. It is im­ possible to see from their budget document whether the increase is needed because the budget does not include balances from last year. For additional information, the township levied .4966 of a mill for fire equipment and the same for ambulance equip­ ment. This can only be used for purchasing vehicles and new equipment, both ofwhich are expensive. This raised $11,588.21 for fire equipemnt and the same for ambulance equipment and cannot be used forother than that voted for. Fire vehicles, such as a pumper cost $150,000 and up and ambulances cost $40,000 and up. Also, equipment for these vehicles is very expensive. These costs are paid for by the townships, two-thirds by Castleton Township and onethird by Maple Grovbe Township. By agreement signed by the Village of Nashville and the two townships the three units share in the cost of operation with the two townships pur­ chasing the new equipment. Cost of operation to each of the three units this last year was $13,000 for fire protec­ tion, $10,000 for ambulance and $5,000 for transfer and recycling. Very serious consideration must be given all aspects of the plan to incoporate as a city before any changes should be made. Making a change to ci­ ty status could result in an in­ crease in taxes because the services now provided by the township will have to be paid for by Nashville. Addressing the real pro­ blem with a little backbone by the Village Council would be a better solution. The best solution would be to unincor­ porate the village and charter the township so it could pro­ vide all ofthe present services at considerably less cost. Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Township Pancake Breakfast AIL You-Can-Eat! Friday, April 12 Pancakes • Sausage • French Toast Turkey stew, peas, bread, brownies. Sunday, Apr. 21*8 am-1 pm Monday, April 15 Stop by or call today for a listing ofall our perties in the township. The township also maintains the assessment rolls, collects and disburses school and county taxes, registers voters and keeps that list up to date and conducts both state and na­ tional elections. All these services and more are provided by the township for the residents and property owners of Nashville, and for the village at no extra charge other the $8,592.51 in taxes paid. As a city, how would Nashville finance thes ser­ vices except with an increase in taxes? A certified assessor, which they would need, would likely cost more than that. Just for comparison, the village levies 11 mills in taxes for operation and 5 mills for streets. This raised $101,781.98 in taxes for the general fund and $46,264.54 for streets. Compare this with .9933 of one mill, which rais­ ed a total of $23,172.89 for the general fund of the township. Of this $37.08 or $8,592.51, was paid by tax­ payers in the village of Castleton Township. This amount does not cover the cost of the services listed above. Other revenue received by the township is from state revenue sharing, which is calculated from a formula us­ ed by the state, which doesnot include any part of the village except for the relative tax effort that includes taxes paid by village property owners to the township. As noted before, this is only a small portion. We do not receive money for roads as the village does, but the township has to pay for any im­ provements made to county roads. This past year Castleton Township spent $20,606 on road im­ provements and $34,996 the year before. Also spent was $4,297 both years for dust control on county roads in the township. Castleton Township is responsible for helping main­ tain and paying for road im­ provements on approximately 30 miles of roads, compared, according to my calculations, to 10.75 miles of village streets. The village certainly has no more than 15 miles, which is only one half the miles in the township. For these few miles the village property owners paid $46,264.54 in taxes for streets, plus the village receiv­ ed at least $70,000 from the state highway fund to be used for streets. As a resident and taxpayer Chicken sauce ’em, peas and carrots, bread, potatoes, fruit. Tuesday, April 16 Quiche, kidney beans, spinach, bread, grapes. KALAMO MASONIC TEMPLE 1.6 miles south of M-79 on Ionia Road Adults s3.50 ^Children Under 12 s1.50 Events Wednesday, April 10 Hastings, Margaret Reid (singalong), Delton, film on Hummingbirds; Nashville, Pete Dull and his music. Thursday, April 11 Nashville, bingo. Friday, April 12 Nashville, popcorn. Monday, April 15 Hastings, bingo and popcorn; Nashville, video on wills. Tuesday, April 16 - All sites puzzles. R.L. Hill Tax Service — 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE — • Individual • Business • Farms Welcome For appointment call Vermontville 517-726-0282 Ask for Ricki or Linda �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1991 — Page 7 ,E i.'l.. In ll ILJ1JTgW. S ! sSS S%!sS !sS W “•k k <%$ %1 V'Q> *k » I J^ SSS <!? 2?Si& * *55% 55% s*?kQ3%» ?Q» •b u*J15 i^2Tll'«1' J«& bk ***?** •i SSs S SJ J? *11 fe ■ tajw «SS**v ■libJSW ™ Iji^i i, ’“Willi St (n' Il a'mmg ,f I'.eiii.i.im in,im»uienji .1 .n ii.inmuti JIsMIH'I Time to dust off your driving skills, says AAA Along with housecleaning ches under freeway over­ chores, AAA Michigan sug­ passes and bridges. gests that driving skills should As with hydroplaning, the Yepex - Brown to wed in November be dusted off for spring. key to regaining control is to Mr. and Mrs. David E. Hydroplaning, ice patches, slow down and steer potholes and fog can bedevil smoothly, but firmly in the Stanton of Dowling and Albert C. Yepez of Bellevue the spring motorist who direction you want to go. figured that driving troubles Don’t slam on the brakes, apare proud to announce the melted with the winter snow. engagement of their daughter ply them slowly and firmly Hydroplaning occurs when only if necessary. Dani’el Renee, to Cleon Lee your car’s tires lose contact Brown Jr. of Nashville. And it’s not only flowers with the road because of stan­ that bloom in the spring. Dani’el is currently atten­ ding water, creating a Potholes do, too. They occur ding Hastings High School. “floating” effect. Cleon is the son of Mr. and when water runs under the A key to preventing this is Mrs. Cleon L. Brown Sr. of to make certain tires are pro­ Nashville. perly inflated and have deep Cleon is a 1989 graduate of open treads. Maple Valley High School. “At 30 mph or less, proper­ He is a PV2, currently serving Because of the Capitol ly inflated tires with good restoration project, the in the Army in Osan, Korea. treads wipe the road’s surface legislative office of State Rep. A November wedding is be­ much like a windshield wiper, ing planned. Frank M. Fitzgerald, Rmaking complete contact with Grand Ledge, will be moved the pavement,” said Robert to a new location. V. Cullen, AAA Michigan Tomsu - Semray plan June wedding Fitzgerald is one of several Community Safety Services dozen lawmakers being and Mrs. Robert Miller and manager. transferred from the 112-year Mr. and Mrs. David Tomsu, “While hydroplaning may old Capitol to the Olds Plaza all of Grand Rapids. The happen at lower speeds, at 50 Building, directly across the groom’s parents are Mr. and mph or more, it can occur street. The Eaton County Mrs. William Semrau of without warning.” legislator has been assigned to Nashville. Once the “floating” effect room 821. Samantha is a 1985 is felt, slow down, steer “My top priority during graduate of G.R. Catholic straight, don’t brake hard or this transition is making sure Central High School and a jerk the steering wheel until that area residents continue to 1989 graduate of Grand traction is regained. Slowing receive the best in constituent Valley State University. She is important because service,” he said. is presently employed with hydroplaning can occur even During the 1991-92 session, Root-Lowell in Lowell. at posted speeds on wet Karen Braithwaite will serve Jack is a 1986 graduate of pavement. as legislative aide and Sherry Maple Valley High and is an Icy patches result when wet Scheie as legislative owner-operator, employed daytime roads freeze after secretary. with Universal Am-Can Ltd. dark, causing unexpected slip­ “Both Karen and Sherry On June 15, Samantha of Grand Rapids. pery driving. Be especially have plenty ofexperience get­ Lynne Tomsu will become the The June 15 wedding will alert for springtime ice pat- ting the job done. We want to bride of Jack William take place at Immaculate Semrau. Heart of Mary Church in The bride’s parents are Mr. Grand Rapids. '* kteBfctapr j IB affijUhfe]®. । * J- iMijEiia; •i iMiitEta: I ■a sat kit tarasmirii lift■ttpmlifttil mupiiii® ■I Jordan * Thompson to wed in July Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Jor­ dan of Barryton and Mr. and Mrs. Parmer Thompson of Cumberland City, Tenn., would like to announce the engagement of their children, Debra Jordan and Panner Thompson II of Nashville. A July 20, 1991, wedding date has been set. I* srteiiiaK ft JMtftilH 3 s i us tank nx gnsw|nrti^ ufttiten^ ftfcljSrtSUau “”r f ® ft ItaftftM it tiitaBKtok111 twBKwtSk111 ftnuftkn** pt it*^ pil pl it ji­ lt tt g dangerous because it can form quickly with the rapid changes in spring temperatures. The safest course is to slow down when driving in foggy, misty conditions, especially in an unfamiliar area. Be sure to turn on your headlights on low-beams, even during daylight hours. Hi-beams can blind oncoming traffic and reflect off moisture in the air, decreasing your visibility, too. Rep. Fitzgerald's office to move i*i*l*f ift** i ftlW Csd®'*5 Grahams to mark 50th anniversary Herald and Margaret Graham of Charlotte will celebrate their 50th anniversary with an open house for family and friends April 20 from 2 to 5 p.m. The event will be hosted by their children and sisters at the home of their son, Dorian Graham, at 6160 W. Lawrence Highway, Charlotte. The couple was married on April 19, 1941, in Bryon, Ohio. The Grahams have five children, three grandchil­ dren and two stepgrandchildren. College Week brochures now available— College Week is set for June 17 to 20 at Michigan State University. College Week is a four-day experience in non-formal lear­ ning, sponsored by the home economics program of the Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice. More than 50 workshops, seminars and classes are offered to help a person reach personal goals. Close to 1,000 people of all ages and backgrounds attend this event. For a total listing ofthe pro­ gram offerings and registra­ tion information, contact the Eaton Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372-5594, to have a College Week brochure sent. As an added bonus, the Eaton County College Week Scholarship Committee will be able to offer half scholar­ ships to many Eaton County residents so they may attend. Scholarships are available to any adult willing to share in­ formation gained at College Week with community and church groups at a later date. To obtain a scholarship ap­ plication, contact the Eaton Cooperative Extension office. These scholarships are made available through donations from community businesses and organizations. TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. ‘^OLSALEs^ hear from anyone in Eaton County with a problem or concern. Our office will pro­ vide whatever assistance is needed,” Fitzgerald said. Sign up April 10 6:30-7:30 p.m. Boys and Girls 6 years old thru IS years old Maplewood School EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR.Eves. 726-0223 DOC OVERHOLT..................................852-1740 SANDY LUNDQUIST 852-1S43 HUBERT DENNIS................................. 726-0122 DON STEINBRECHER....................... S52-1784 GARRY KNOLL Eves. 852-0786 JERI BAKER............................................ 726-1171 (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available HMS 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 ■as REALTOR* “Salesperson of the Month of March” SANDY LUNDQUIST 3 BR RANCH, VERMONTVILLE Beautiful wood throughout. Partially floors fenced NASHVILLE • 4 BEDROOM WELL CARED FOR HOME - Hardwood lot back yard and mature shrubs, floors, pine with a 2-story garage. Priced & maple trees this in large yard. Close to town. Call "Jeri." on large double (N-380) right! Call Hubert. (V-381) Congratulations!! “Sandy” $69,900!! WEST OF BELLEVUE ON 1 ACRE - Quad level, brick & alum., 5 bedroom, 2'/i baths, NASHVILLE • S BEDROOM HOME (or TO APPRECIATE”!! of the Many "turn century” features woodwork! hardwood & rooms plus 3 room apartment stairs). Many up- recent improvements. 2 car garage & large breezeway. (N-367) an 3 in attractive OWNER SAYS “ALL OFFERS CON­ SIDERED!” - Spacious "country ley. Nice 7 room, 3 bedroom Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on cabinets, many newer im­ provements, large wolma- Land contract terms. Call Don. nized deck, 2 newer buildings include a 1344 sq. ft. work­ dog kennel. Blacktop road — nice location, Natural pond on the property & some wooded. Check this You one out! I Will divide. appreciate it!! must see scenic this view. one to Located on a blacktop hill. road. (VL-247) NEAR VERMONTVILLE: 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) (CH-374) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. BUYERS ARE WAITING!! If you are thinking of making a “change*” give us a call! • Homes in Noshviile & Vermontville • Small Forms 8 Large Farms (VL-351) brick home. 1st floor laundry, high efficiency furnace, oak building. (F-375) VACANT LAND: brick" on 1 acre, Maple Val­ shop and a 24x32 garage w/ workshop (CH-376) 20 ACRES • PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - story home, 2 car garage, horse barn w/4 stalls plus 12x22 Battle & Has been "-^jV^sted." Call brick 72 ACRE FARM NORTHEAST OF VERMONTVILLE - 4 bedroom, 2 Bellevue Creek. Call Don. LOT ON M-79 EAST ^HASTINGS - dining fireplace in the living room. between on property blacktop road east of Vermontville. (VL-373) bedrooms, floors 2 fireplaces, on M-78. Nice "home for the family" 10 ACRES • SOME TREES the "oak" open & lots of natural include stairway area 8 efficiency WE NEED LISTINGS FOR: GENEP.U MERCHANDISE Anyone needing to contact Rep. Fitzgerald can call 373-0853 or write him at P.O. Box 30014, Lansing, 48909-7514. VERMONTVILLE A LITTLE ^jr LEAGUE MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate *2 ••kM^ ’ * MBljtjM ,s! Wpntiriyi road surface, freezes and heaves the pavement upward, then thaws and freezes again. The holes that result can play havoc with a car’s tires, suspension and alignment. It’s enough of a problem this year that the Michigan Department of Transportation has budgeted more than $12.5 million for road surface repairs, including pothole patching. Fog can be particularly • "Country Homes • Vacant Parcels for Building Sites Large Parcels for Hunting & Recreational Use Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 10 ACRE BUILDING LOTS - Black­ top road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359) A �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1991 — Page 8 Gospel Sing to benefit Cerebral Palsy sports The fifth annual Benefit Gospel Sing for cerebral palsy is set for 7 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Peace United Methodist Church at Barryville. The church is located four miles west of Nashville on M-79. Proceeds of the event will go to the Battle Creek Cerebral Palsy Sports Team, which will compete in a weekend track meet in May at Mt. Pleasant. Kent Mead of Nashville is one of the 40 members of the Battle Creek team, called the Bears. They will compete in the shot put and a variety of other outdoor events. Several team members are expected to go on to the national meet in July at Long Island, N.Y. The Overholts, the Sears Trio, Glory-land Express, and the Horizon Gospel Quartet will be featured at the Benefit Sing. Snacks will be served after the performance. Everyone is welcome to attend. Fund-raising also is under way in Battle Creek. A Castleton Township Board meeting was called to order at 7:49 p.m. April 3, 1991 by Supervisor Cooley. Present: J.W. Cooley, N. Rasey, W. Wilson, L. Pixley. Absent: J. Jarvie. Jarvie arrived 7:50 p.m. Minutes of the Regular March 6, and Special March 19 meetings were approved as presented. Treasurer's Report showed General Fund beginning Bal. of $36,286.68, Rec. $51,358.83, Disb. $9983.27 End Bal. $77,662.24 Block Grant Bal. $38,144.09; Fire Vot. Bal. $36,216.80, Amb. Vot. Bal. $40,332.66; Twp. Imp. Bal. $56,286.81; PPC# $451.66. #2 $83.55. Wilson moved, Pixley seconded, motion to adopt budget for 1991-1992. Ayes: Pixley, Cooley, Wilson, Rasey, Jarvie. Wilson moved, Rasey seconded, motion passed to consider Reappraisal Services Bill separately. Wilson moved, Jarvie seconded to pay General Fund and Block Grant Bills listed below. Ayes: Cooley, Pixley, Wilson, Rasey, Jarvie. Block Grant: Bixby........................................ $7.94 Hometown Lumber...$4956.24 Kent Mead of Nashville, one of the Battle Creek Cerebral Palsy Bears, last week placed canisters at various spots in the village to collect donations to sup­ port the team's participation in a regional sports meet at Mt. Pleasant in May. A gospel sing April 20 also will benefit the Bears. spaghetti supper April 21 at St. Phillip’s Church is scheduled, said Mead. In addition, he has placed collection canisters at various locations in Nashville to ac- cept donations for the team’s expenses, including transpor­ tation to the scheduled meets. Nashville Harvest Festival planners to meet The committee responsible for planning Nashville 1991 Harvest Festival will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at the home of Ruth Beardslee, 507 N. State St. Anyone interested in becoming involved in the pro­ ject is invited to attend. “We can use as much help as we can get,’’ said Mary Ohler, committee member. The festival will be spon­ sored again this year by the Nashville Chamber of Com­ merce. Ohler said the organization maintains a special fund to handle festival Vermontville Township Meeting Dates — FOR 1991-1992 □ Thursday, April 25,1991.......... 7:00 P.M. □ Thursday, May 30,1991........... 7:00 P.M. □ Thursday, June 27,1991.......... 7:00 P.M. □ Thursday, July 25,1991............ 7:00 P.M. □ Thursday, August 29,1991...... 7:00 P.M. □ Thursday, September 26,1991 .7:00 P.M. □ Tuesday, October 29,1991...... 7:00 P.M. □ Tuesday, November 26,1991... 7:00 P.M. □ Thursday, December 26,1991. 7:00 P.M. □ Thursday, January 30,1992..... 7:00 P.M. □ Thursday, February 27,1992......... 7:00 P.M. □ Thursday, March 26,1992............. 7:00 P.M. Meetings are held in Opera House expenditures and receipts. This year’s festival will be held in conjunction with the Muzzleloader Association’s seventh annual Rendezvous in Nashville, Aug. 16-18. While that group’s activities will be staged throughout the weekend, the Harvest Festival is to be a Saturday-only event. Festival activities currently planned include a grand parade, a children’s bike The State of Michigan has declared April 14 through 20 as Tornado Safety Week. Each year tornadoes leave a path of death and destruction across the United States. Michigan ranks fourth in the number of tornado deaths, nationally. The state averages 16 tor­ nadoes per year. Since 1950, 633 tornadoes have resulted in 237 deaths and millions of dollars in property loss. Tornadoes usually develop in the late afternoon or early evening in conjunction with severe thunderstorms. Com­ munity siren systems and the VETERINARY SERVICES Small Animal Medicine - Surgery Mobile Unit-NEXT TO FIRE HALL s45 & up $32 New Part-Time Hours will be: Monday Evenings 7-9 p.m.; Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Saturday 1-3 p.m. NEUTER NEUTER s35 & up $19 We recommend an appointment. VACCINES VACCINES s15 s15 SPAY decorating contest, children’s games, an arts and crafts show, a pancake breakfast, an ox roast, musical entertain­ ment, square dancing, and perhaps a hot-air balloon ascension. The festival committee plans to have a flyer published and ready for distribution by June 1 to promote the upcom­ ing celebration. It will list a tentative schedule of events. Tornado Safety Week is April 14-20 in state New in Nashville! ---- ARK SPAY CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING Call Collect at — 1-616-792-9500 Heartworm Test $12 — Daily or monthly preventatives. Please share this information with other pet owners. broadcast media alert the pubic when possible, but often a tornado will touch down before a warning can be issued. Citizens should be aware of the early warning signs of tor­ nadoes and proper safety and emergency procedures. Now is the time to identify the area of your home that would be the safest during a tornado. The key to survival is planning. For further information on ways to protect yourself, con­ tact the Emergency Manage­ ment Unit of the Eaton Coun­ ty Sheriffs Department at 543-3512 or 372-8217. 4-H Style show set for April 13 “April in Paris” sets the stage for the 1991 Eaton County 4-H Style Revue Saturday, auray, April pr 13,,aat 7 p.m. in the Charlotte Junior High School Auditorium. The evening show will give 4-H members the opportunity to publicly model garments they have made. During the day, participants will be evaluated by judges on how they present themselves and the garments they have made. Cheryl Roll will be mistress of ceremonies and Diane Kiplinger will present the awards at the evening Style Revue. The Style Revue is open to the public. There is no charge for admission. For more information call the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372-5594. General Fund: Consumers Power Cast/M.G./Nash Fire........................ Cast/M.G./Nash $144.55 250.00 Recycle.......................... 1000.00 Vill. of Nash......................... 15.88 Postmaster........................... 36.00 Ml Bell..................................... 32.16 Cast/MG/Nash Amb...2000.00 Block Grant........................ 500.00 Quill....................................... 162.83 State of Ml............................. 30.00 Cooley moved, Pixley seconded motion to pay Reappraisal Services final bill. Ayes: Cooley, Pixley, Jarvie. Nays: Rasey, Wilson Twp. Imp. Bill — Reapraisal Services... $2914. Rasey moved, Cooley seconded, motion defeated: Ayes: Cooley, Rasey. Nays: Wilson, Jarvie, Pixley — Reappraisal Services to be informed with final pay­ ment, of dissatisfaction with quality of services provided. County M.T.A. meeting April 16, 1991 at Hope Township Hall. Bids for Cemetery Care Contract were opened. Michael Meade Sr. $4,500. Hallifax's Services $4200, S & P Enterprise $4800, Robert Frohlich $5000, Ted's Lawn Care Services $4500. Pixley moved, Rasey seconded, motion passed to accept $4500 bid from Michael Meade Sr. for Cemetery Care for Fiscal 1991-92. Rasey moved, Wilson seconded, motion carried: Castleton Township approve purchase of 2 cargo con­ tainers from Federal Surplus to be used at recycle facilities. (2/3 cost Castleton 1/3 Maple Grove) Rasey moved, Wilson seconded, motion carried to request bids from three auditors. Rasey moved, Wilson seconded motion to adjourn 11 p.m. NOTICE There will be a public hearing held Thursday, April 18, 1991 in the Nashville Council Chambers. Purpose: Donald Conner is requesting a special use permit and/or variance in order to construct a garage on his property located at 415 Gregg Street. The property is presently zoned R-1. Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals • NOTICE • Maple Grove Township Meeting dates for the 1991-92 Fiscal Year are as follows: □ May 1,1991..................................... 7:00 p.m. □ June 5,1991.................................... 7:00 p.m. □ July 3,1991............................7:00 p.m. □ August 7,1991............................... 7:00 p.m. □ September 4,1991........................ 7:00 p.m. □ October 2,1991.............................. 7:00 p.m. □ November 6,1991......................... 7:00 p.m. □ December 4,1991......................... 7:00 p.m. □ January 8,1992.............................. 7:00 p.m. □ February 5,1992....'.......................7:00 p.m. □ March 4,1992................. 7:00 p.m. Meetings are held at Maple Grove Community Building. Please note changes of time. Susie Butler, Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1991 — Page 9 Nashville woman's idea saves the state a lot of money by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Vivian Conner had an idea, and Michigan taxpayers are the winners. The Nashville woman is one of nine state employees recently recognized for sug­ gestions to improve state government that during the first year of implementation saved a total of $139,557. A 16-year employee of the Department of State, Conner received an award of $1,300 for her idea, which resulted in a $12,979 annual savings. She also received a Certificate of Merit signed by Secretary of State Richard H. Austin. The state’s Employee Sug­ gestion Award program, ad­ ministered through the Michigan Department of Civil Service since 1978, pays cash awards to employees whose implemented suggestions result in tangible or intangible monetary benefits. Cash awards are determined on the basis of 10 percent of firstyear savings to the state. Suggestions submitted before Oct. 1, 1987, are eligi­ ble for maximum awards of $1,000; those submitted after that date can earn a maximum of $5,000 for the employee. A total award payment of$7,700 was shared by the nine employees responsible for the recent $139,557 annual sav­ ings to the state. Since the program’s inception, the state has adopted 1,153 employee suggestions, resulting in an estimated $39.8 million in first-year savings. Michigan is saving approximately $86 for every $1 paid in suggestion awards, according to Dale Johnston, Vivian Conner of Nashville earned an Award of Merit plus $1,300 cash for her money-saving idea adopted by Michigan's Department of State under their Employee Suggestion program, in just one year, her idea has saved the state ten times the amount of her award. program administrator. Conner’s suggestion essentially eliminated the need for a clerk to proofread documents prepared by typists, whom she felt were well qualified to check their own work. Her proposal was initially made in 1988. “At first it was turned down,” said Conner, “but when the budget cuts came I think they took another look at it.” Conner is a senior typist clerk (Level 8) in the Bureau Enrichment classes begin this week Maple Valley Community Education enrichment classes begin again during early April. Adult enrichment classes in­ clude office update, typing, welding and machine shop, woodworking, computer science and more. These classes are held at the junior­ senior high school and begin the week of April 8. VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE SPRING CLEANUP The Village of Nashville has contracted a firm for Spring Cleanup. On April 20, 1991 they will pick up the entire Village. This will be the only cleanup this year. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING RESTRICTIONS: • NO appliances - NO concrete - NO dirt • NO hazardous waste (such as liquids, paint, oil, etc.) • NO loose brush, all brush must be bundled in bundles no larger than 3 feet by 5 feet and nothing over 50 pounds. • NO boxes or bundles over 3 feet by 5 feet or 50 pounds. 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, payable at Village Hall before any items will be picked up. VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE Open karate and exercise classes are held at Maplewood Elementary School in Ver­ montville Tuesday evenings. Open karate begins at 6 p.m. Exercise classes begin at 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and 7 p.m. Thursdays. No registration is needed. Junior karate is offered for boys and girls from K-8th grade at Maplewood Tuesday evenings. Gymnastics is of­ fered at Fuller Street Thurs­ day afternoons after school and is open to those from kindergarten on up. Children may be registered at the first class session. A parenting class for parents ofteenagers will begin Monday, April 15. For more information on all these classes, call the Maple Valley Community Education office at 852-9275. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.___________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. of Driver and Vehicle Records. Her job is to assign daily work, train new employees, answer questions and help handle new or more difficult situations that may arise. Duties ofthe bureau in­ clude certification of driving and vehicle records requested by attorneys, police depart­ ments and prosecutors. Employees compile the re­ quired documents and type certifications attesting to authenticity. An additional job that had been handled by the unit was to proofread driving record certifications prepared by another division, the Bureau of Driver Improvement. Con­ ner saw this as an unnecessary step. “It didn’t seem like a necessary function,” explain­ ed Conner. “The girls in our unit all proofread their own work. I suggested that (the state) could just do away with the job (ofproofreading clerk) and have the typists in the Bureau of Driver Improve­ ment read their own work and, if it was OK, send it out.” The Bureau of Driver Im­ provement deals with Secretary of State records relating to actions taken against drivers, including such things as traffic citations and license suspensions, and the re-testing of drivers, etc. Conner believes typists in that unit are well qualified to check over their own work. She says the new system has proved successful in its first year of implementation, with only two certifications return­ ed for correction in that time. “That is not a big error Senior-Youth Forum planned for April 16 The annual Maple Valley potluck. Each participant is Senior-Youth Forum will be asked to bring a dish to pass. held Tuesday, April 16, from Table service and drinks will 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Maple be furnished. There Will be a Valley Junior-Senior High program after lunch. School library. The Senior-Youth Forum Retirees are invited to join has been held for a number of students who are members of years, and has led to a greater the National Honor Society understanding and apprecia­ for a time to get acquainted tion of those of a different and learn from each other. generation. The day will begin with Transportation will be pro­ registration and refreshments vided, if needed. at 10 a.m., followed by small For more information, or to group discussions on various make reservations, call the topics. Community Education office At noon there will be a at 852-9275. IRA’s Up to 8.75% as little *25.00 per month qualifies TOBIAS MASON Insurance Agency — FREE QUOTES — 852-2005 • Dick Tobias GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY Quality Products Good Neighbor Pharmacy Good Neighbor Pharmacy Infant Pain Reliver Ibuprofen Drops w/o Aspirin Tablets 200 mg. V2 oz. 50’s 259 Compare to Tylenol Compare to Advil Good Neighbor Pharmacy Good Neighbor Pharmacy Natural Vegetable Powder NATIONAL Dandruff Shampoo Normal Dry or Oily Formulas 11 oz. BRAND Quulilq AfFOflMBlE PRICES- Compare to Head & Shoulders Good Neighbor Pharmacy Stress Formula with Iron 6O’s 7.4 oz. Sugar Free Compare to Metamucil Good Neighbor Pharmacy Acne Treatment Extra Strength 1 oz. 369 Compare to Stress Tabs w/lron Pets Good Neighbor Pharmacy COCKER SPANIEL Puppies, AKC, female/male, $150. 616-962-2783. Vitamin E 400 IU 100’s Jobs Wanted CLEANING LADY looking for work. Homes, offices, restaurants, etc. 945-2387, Kathy. rate,” observed Conner, who and her husband, Don, are said she was inspired to sub­ parents of a grown daughter, mit the suggestion when she Amanda Slags tad of Hastings. realized, “Hey, this could They have lived in Nashville save the state some money.” since 1976, and Vivian’s Conner grew up in Lake parents, Hal and Barbara No­ Odessa and is a graduate of ble, also are residents of the Lakewood High School. She village. 379 Compare to Clearosil HOURS: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1991 — Page 10 Minerals essential to good health Obituaries John Lee Sulce VERMONTVILLE - John Lee Sulcer, 60, of 11205 Scipio Highway, Vermontvil­ le, passed away Sunday, April 7, 1991 at his residence. Mr. Sulcer was bom on June 18,1930 in Lansing, the son of Clarence and Opal Sulcer. He was raised in Lansing and attended Lansing Schools, graduating in 1948 from Sexton High School. He was married to Claudine Belfry on August 20, 1955 in Lansing. John and Sparky lived at their present address 17 years coming from Charlot­ te where they lived for 13 years coming from Lansing. Mr. Sulcer was employed at Oldsmobile in Lansing before joining the Marines in 1950 during the Korean Conflict He left the Marines in 1954 as a Sergeant He was also employ­ ed with Anchor Freight Motor Carrier in Lansing for 32 years where he transported cars. He was a member of VFW Post 2406 in Charlotte, Hast­ ings Eagles #4158, National Rifle Association, the Fatemal Order of Police Teamster Union Local 580 of Lansing. He enjoyed the outdoors, espe­ cially bird watching, and play­ ing cards. Mr. Sulcer is survived by sons, Ernest and his wife Cathy ofSunfield, Gerry ofVermont­ ville and John Jr. of Grand Rapids; daughter and sons-inlaw, Maxanne and Mike Taverniti of Williamsburg, Virginia, Kellie and Duane Barcroft of Hastings; 11 grand­ children; over 30 foster child­ ren; father and step-mother, Clarence and Myrtle Sulcer of Litchfield; mother-in-law Leora Whipple of Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sparky on November 19, 1990 and a brother Jerry. DKk* msLnlantlon ddition. Armour’s Remodeling “No Job Too Small’’ BRYON ARMOUR License #083426 Ph (517) 852*9313 after 5:00 112 Cleveland St. Nashville, Ml 49073 Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 10 at the Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home with Reverend Joseph Belfry offi­ ciating. Full military honors will be held at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Samari­ tan Hospice or the American Heart Fund. Marie McLean HASTINGS Marie McLean, 84 of 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, passed away Monday, April 1, 1991 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. Miss McLean was bom on May 21, 1906 in Michigan. She came to the Hastings area in 1983 from Detroit Miss McLean has no imme­ diate family survivors. Her guardian was Chaplain Cathy Vessecchia of Nashville and had a host of friends at Thor­ napple Manor. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 4, at Hastings Township Cemetery with Chaplain Cathy Vessecchia officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Thornap­ ple Manor. Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Shingles Drywall 1/2”x4’x8’ V^GLOBE x Square qA Exterior Steel Doors MSS01 3/0 x 6/8 HSS09 3/0 x 6/8 $10695 $<|4295 MSS01 Price includes adjustable sill & brick molding. WEATHER CARE HOUSE & TRIM Latex Flat Ideal for aluminum siding Covers in one coat Available in historic & contemporary colors COLORHUESDRIPLESS coo*. color hueacSc .nZm lajcLc Latex Flat * Bud9et priced quality fL * Applies easily and evenly • E arsieys sinoa p amnidnuwtaetser clean-up UtbxflM _ *AU t, CKIMN6 . D riesin 30 minutes , • Available in over 100 decorator colors Comein or Call and HOMETOWN L U MBE R Y A RD — — - W W W W. gal. us Delivery • Planning • Estimates • Savings <B OK CREDIT 219 S. State, Nashville 852-0882 Minerals are essential for good health and growth. The 17 mineral elements have two general body func­ tions — building and regulating. Their building functions affect the skeleton and all soft tissues in our body. The regulating func­ tions include a wide variety of systems, such as heart beat, blood clotting, maintenance of the internal pressure of body fluids, nerve responses, and transport of oxygen from the lungs to the tissues. Minerals make up only about 4 percent of the body weight of an adult. That would be about 5 1/2 pounds of minerals in a 140-pound person. Taking too much of one essential mineral may upset the balance and function of other minerals in our body. Some minerals in excess are toxic. Let’s take a closer look at a few of the minerals our body needs: Calcium is used for building bones and teeth and maintaining bone strength, it’s also used in muscle contrac­ tion, blood clotting, and maintenance of cell membranes. Although growing children and pregnant and lac­ tating women have the highest calcium needs, all people need calcium in their diets throughout life. Milk and milk products are good sources of calcium. Other good sources include tofu and foods fromthe bread and cereal group, such as oatmeal and bran muffins. Iron - functions primarily as a carrier of oxygen in the body, both are a part of hemoglobin in the blood and of myoglobin in the muscles. The ability of the body to absorb and use iron from dif­ ferent foods varies. The iron in meat, poultry and fish is ab­ sorbed and used more readily than iron in other foods. The presence of these animal’s products in a meal increases the availability of iron from other foods. The presence of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) also increases iron absorbtion. Liver is an excellent source of iron. Other sources include meat and poultry, eggs, dried beans, peas and lentils. Whole grain cereals, fortified readyto-eat cereals, dried apricots, cooked lima beans and cooked spinach also provide iron. Another mineral, magnesium is used in building bones and manufac­ turing proteins, releasing energy from muscle storage and regulating body temperature. Good food sources of magnesium include nuts and seeds; dried beans, peas and lentils; tofu, fish and seafood; whole grain pro­ ducts; and vegetables such as cooked lima beans, cooked broccoli, cooked okra, plan­ tain and cooked spinach. Phosphorus helps build strong bones and teeth. It’s also involved in the release of energy from fat, protein, and carbohydrates during metabolism, and in the forma­ tion of genetic material cell membranes, and many enzymes. Good sources of phosophorus are meat, poultry, fish, seafood, whole grain products, dried beans, peas and lentils, nuts and seeds, milk and milk products and cooked lima beans. To help retain phosphorus in meat when cooking, roast or broil lamb, veal, pork and poultry. Beef keeps the same amount of phosphorus regardless of the cooking yogurt. Zinc plays an important role in the formation of pro­ tein in the body and thus assists in wound healing, blood formation and the general growth and maintenance of all tissues. Zinc is a component of many enzymes, and thus is involved in most metabolic processes. Good sources of zinc are meat, poultry, oysters, crab, lobster, mussels, yogurt, ricotta cheese, wheat germ See Health page 13 method. Potassium - assists in mus­ cle contraction and maintain­ ing fluid and electrolyte balance of body cells. Potassium is also important in sending nerve impulses, as well as in releasing energy from protein, fat, and car­ bohydrates during metabolism. Potassium is found in a wide variety of foods both plants and meats. Good sources of potassium are fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, seafood, dried beans, peas, lentils, milk and SPRING CLEARANCE USED EQUIPMENT lawn and CARDEN □ □ □ □ □ □ 1990 John Deere 265 w/46” mower. 1989 John Deere 185 1988 John Deere 185 w/46” mower. 1987 John Deere 318 w/46” mower. 1986 John Deere 420 w/60” mower. w/46” mower. 1986 John Deere 430 Diesel w/60" mower. □ 1985 John Deere 214 w/47” mower. □ 1982 John Deere 108 w/30” mower. q 1982 John Deere 210 w/39” mower. □ □ □ □ □ □ 1981 John Deere 317 1979 John Deere 214 w/48” mower. 1969 John Deere 60 1987 BOlens ST160 1979 Case 210 w/46” mower. w/34” mower. w/42” mower. w/40” mower. international 1200 w/mower, snow blower & bladed. TRACTORS □ □ □ □ □ □ 1989 John Deere 4055 835 hours. 1984 John Deere 4650 Power shift. 1982 John Deere 2940 w/MFWD 1976 Case 2670 4WD 1971 Case 1070 1969 John Deere 4520 Power shift. O John Deere 8350 18x7 drill w/seeder □ Clenco 7 Shank Soil Saver □ 500-gal. Sprayer w/30-ft. boom □ (2) John Deere 7000 4-row wide, 1 liquid and 1 dry. O John Deere 7000 □ John Deere 2500 6-row narrow, liquid 18x7 spring reset plow □ John Deere 145 416 plow THORNAPPLE VALLEY Hili 1690 Bedford /id. (M-37), Hastings • 616-945-9526 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. April 9. 1991 — Page 11 Gospel singers to perform at Nashville Assembly of God church Highest bidder cakes were made by (from left) Roger and Joshua Grasman, Dale and Joe Stadel and Craig and Doug McDougal. Area Cub Scouts, dads compete in Fellers Cake Bake auction '*• < *n«» WtMiw, ifirt IM OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... IlflWlM*® • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies sei Help Wanted CONTINUING CARE AND ADVANCEMENT has several positions open for direct care staff working with developmen­ tally disabled adults in commun­ ity group homes in Mulliken and Grand Ledge. Starting pay is $535 per hour and full health insurance benefits for full time employees including vision and dental. Ifyou are at least 18 years of age, have a highschool diplo­ ma or equivalent, a working tele­ phone, reliable trasportation, and arc dependable, neat, clean and honest, and enjoy a job where pride is put into the job, and high standards are set, join our team. If interested call 517-649-2327, Monday thru Friday, 10am to 3pm. Nineteen Cub Scouts from Vermontville Pack No. 649 particpated in the Fellers Cake Bake auction during the March pack meeting. Cakes were baked and decorated by each cub and a male partner, with no female help allowed. Den categories were “Best Cub Scout Theme,” “Most Original” and “Yummiest Looking.” Winning Cubs received an inscribed oven mitt. “Judges Choice” went to Joe Stadel. Top honors for “Highest Biddcd Cake” went to Joe Stadel and Craig McDougal tying for first place, with their cakes selling EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. Wayne and Laurie Stack of Portage will appear in concert at 11 a.m. Sunday. April 14, at Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St. The couple is associated with WLS Ministries Inc. and approaches each concern! with the hope of seeing lost souls brought to Christ. By combining the familiar hymns with original contemporary Christian music based on the Bible, the Stacks are able to minister to all age groups. In the 1970s, before they were married, the two were members of a top 40 rock 'n roll band called Skybolt & Co. Laurie was the lead vocalist, and Wayne played keyboard and did vocals. The band became successful and was booked constantly into better and better night clubs. "Judges Choice" went to the "Treasure island" entry by Joe Stadel and his father. Dale. for $19. Second places went to Joshua Grasman at $13. Pack winners received Tshirts. With the help of auctioneer Marty Martin, from Stanton’s Real Estate and Auctioneers in Vermontville, the sale was a successful fund-raiser. The pack donated half ofthe funds to the Chief Okemos Boy Scout Council. Other awards were as follows: Tiger Cubs Best Club Scout Theme, Nate Jarvie; Most Original, Josh Grasman; and Yummiest Looking, Tom Balcom. Wolf Den 4 Best Cub Scout Theme, Corey Williams; Most Original, Trent Swift; and Yummiest Looking, Brandon Kay. Bear Den 5 & 6 Most Original, Matt Emery and Yummiest Looking, Joe Skelton. Webelos Den 1 Best Cub Scout Theme, Craig McDougal; Most Original, Zac Jarvie; and Yummiest Looking, Ben Carrigan. Webelos Den 2 & 3 Best Cub Scout Theme, Jason Grasman. 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE • PHONE (517) — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m Monday thru Friday 726-0319 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml Barry County Extension Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: April 9 - Fair Book Proofreading, 6-9 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. April 10 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. April 10 - “Water Treatment Systems,” 1 p.m.. Extension Office. Everyone Welcome. April 12-13 - 4-H Challenge Workshop. Kettunen Center, Tustin. April 13 - 4-H Outdoor Sports Club Open House, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Barry County Conservation Club, 1180 Cook Road, Hastings. April 13 - 4-H Style Revue Program, 6 p.m. (judging); 7 p.m. (program); First United Methodist Church, Hastings. April 17 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. April 19-21 - 4-H Shooting Sports Workshop, Kettunen Center. April 19-21 - 4-H Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and Youth Experience Action (YEA), Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Comers. April 22 - Extension Advisory Board, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Fann FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Chan­ nel Catfish, Perch, and Fathead Minnows. LAGGIS’ FISH FARM, INC., 08988 35th St, Gobles, MI 49055, Ph. (616)628-2056 days (616)624-6215 evenings. GET A WHALE OF A DEAL ON: Lawn Tractors! Lawn & Garden Tractors! Garden Tractors! Mowers! Riding Mowers! Chipper/ Shredders! Tillers! 12 HP CRUISMATIC® LAWN TRACTOR The 4-H Horse Developmental Committee will meet Thursday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. A short educational pro­ gram will be presented. Up­ dates will be given on future 4-H youth horse events and programs. Fassett Body Shop her to the Lord. They became good friends again and began working on Christian music. In Januaiy 1982 they were married and have committed their lives and their music to Jesus. The public is invited to at­ tend Sunday’s concert. POSTAL JOBS $11.41 to $14.90/hr. For exam and appli­ cation information call 219-769-6649 ext MI 168 8am to 8pm 7 da^s. 4-H Horse meeting set (517) 726-0088 However, both eventually became dillusioned with that life, left the band and went separate ways. Wayne became a Christian in January 1979, and two years later when his path and Laurie’s again crossed, he shared Jesus with her and led 12 HP HYDROSTATIC *1799.00*..................... PER MONTH 16 HP HYDROSTATIC ‘2599.00*.............................. PER MONTH 18 HP CRUISEMATIC *2599.00*............................. 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Bar BQ sauce or honey, mash­ ed potatoes, fruit juice, bread and butter. Tuesday, April 16 •Salad, *Hot Dog, •Mac/Cheese, pears, green beans, salad bar, roll and butter. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole tnilk is served with each meal. Fuller Street School Wednesday, April 10 Chicken nuggets/dip, rice, carrots, raisins, butter sandwich. Thursday, April 11 Pizza, com, fruit jello. Friday, April 12 Rib-Q/Bun, french fries, applesauce. Monday, April 15 Mini-sub/bun, let- tuce/cheese, peas, apple crisp. Tuesday, April 16 Turkey gravy, mashed potatoes, cherry sauce, butter sandwich. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood Elementary School Wednesday, April 10 Thursday, April 11 Hot ham and cheese on bun, green beans, potato chips, mixed fruit. Friday, April 12 Ravolli, com, bread sticks, peaches. Monday, April 15 Pizza, green beans, peanut butter sandwich, pickles, fruit. Tuesday, April 16 Waffles, syrup/honey, sausage links, orange slices, juice. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. For Sale Wanted PIANO FOR SALE: Wanted: Responsible party to take on small monthly payments on piano. See locally. Call Manager at 800-635-7611. WANTED by Senior Citizen: Older electric sewing machine, good running condition or treddle machine. Reasonably priced. 517-852-0841. M.V. Girls Track Team takes first at Spartan relays The Maple Valley girls track team ran up 51 points to take first place in class C-D at the Spartan relays held at Michigan State University this past Friday. The Lions took first place in two events and placed in eight others in the thirteen indoor events. Taking first for Maple Valley were Tracy Kangas in the shot put, and the sprint medley relay team of Jennifer Phenix, Retha Byrd, Stephanie Bouwens and Janet Boldrey in a time of 3:07.2, setting a new Spartan Relay C-D meet record as well as a new school indoor mark. Boldrey also took second in the long jump and fifth in the 55 meter dash. Cindy Furlong took fourth in the two mile The Charlotte Wrestling Club held a freestyle wrestling tournament on Saturday, April 6th at the Charlotte High School. There were 509 wrestlers between the ages of 3 and 14 participation from all over the state. Maple Valley area matmen bringing home medals were: 8 years old and under Zachary Trumble - 1st place; Jonathan Thompson 2nd place. 9 & 10 year olds - Tim Wawiemia - 3rd place; Chris Magoon - 3rd place. 11 & 12 year olds - Patrick Lowe - 1st place; Nick Garza - 1st place; Ryan Elliston 2nd place; Chris Gonser - 2nd place; David Taylor - 4th place. |NASHWLL^ARDWARE Bring in this Coupon and Receive '.. .One Day Hunting VnIDE.O RENTAL ★ Must Have Coupon ★ All 13 & 14 year olds - Tony Appleman - 4th place. This weekend freestyle district tournaments are held around the state. The Charlotte Club will travel to Mason. Wrestlers must place in the top four of their charts to be able to continue on to regionals the following Saturday. Farm GALLOWAY BEEF BULL for sale: Purebred coming 2 yr. old. 1,600 lbs., thick, powerfully builL Excellent crossing bull. 948-9016 after 7pm. Miscellaneous ADOPTION Couple want to adopt baby. Legal, confidential. Call Pat collect, 517-646-9805. CANOES! Raddison 14’ light weight aluminum, birch bark finish canoe. Includes paddles, motor mount, foam Sponsons & wood/nylon lace seats. Weighs only 41#. $549. Stop in and look atAl&Pete'sSportShop, 111 S. Jefferson, Hastings, Ph. 616-948-8451._____________ GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet that room at affordable prices, $ 1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd. (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058. Next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available. (616) 948-8334. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MIKE & SHERRY JANSEN April 9 From your far away friend TURKEY HUNTERS! turkey calls, guns, ammo, camo clothing and decoys. Al & Pete's Sport Shop, 111 S. Jefferson, Hastings, Ph. 948-8451. Garage Sale RUMMAGE SALE: Fri., Sat., 12, 13. Nashville U.M. Church annex. 9-5pm. • Decoys • Calls • Clothing • Shells We have an excellent video library on turkey hunting, turkey calling and whitetail archery. We Repair Arrows We Have Licenses WS4 WE SHIP U.P.S. ASHVILLE hardware sporting The funny thing about pinched nerves... Maple Valley matmen place at Charlotte tournament TURKEY HUNTER OFF and seventh in the mile run. Tammy Ashley placed fifth in the 800 meter run with a in­ door school record time of 2:35.2. The girls also broke three other indoor school records in the relay events. The mile relay team of Ashley, Mindy Shoup, Phenix and Boldrey took second with a time of 4:23.8; the distance medley team of Shoup, Amy Kipp, Ashley and Furlong placed 6th with a time of 14:08.3; and the shuttle hurdle relay team of Renee Rosin, Bouwens, Janet Pool, and Phenix took eighth in the record time of 39.0 seconds. The girls open their indoor season on Wednesday at Bellevue. National Ads HOSPITAL JOBS: start $6.80/hr, your area. No experi­ ence necessary. For information call 1-900-226-9399 ext. 1885, 6am-8pm 7 days. $12.95 phone fee. I’LL SHOW YOU how! Work at home and EARN $300 PER week or more GUARANTEED! AMAZING MESSAGE REVE­ ALS DETAILS. Phone (517)371-5002 EXT.1360. FREE GIFT. Miscellaneous OPEN: Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 233 N. Main St. Nashville, MI 852-0713 WEEDZBRUSH WACKER for sale: Gas powered, Craftsman. Never used, demonstrated outdoors one time. Paid $219.00, sell (bargain)$165.00. Craftsman rototiller equipped with reverse gear, never used, demonstrated outdoors one time. Paid $675.00, sell (bargain) $475.00. Cash only, sorry, no checks. 517-852-0841. Have you ever gotten up in the morning and realized that you’ve slept on your arm? The arm may just dangle motionless at your side, unable to move or feel, but soon wierd sensations tingle through the arm until the arm returns to normal. That’s an example of what a pinched nerve can do. Even though your head pinched a nerve while it rested on your upper arm, numbness, tingling and loss ofmovement occurred all the way down to your fingers. On the simplified drawing above, I’ve laid out the general map ofnerves leaving the spine and spinal cord from the upper body, and where these nerves travel to. Ifyou look at the upper neck, you can see why neck problems often come with headaches. Pinching of nerves from the upper neck travel to the head and result in headaches even though there is really nothing wrong with the head. That’s why a lot of people can’t get their headaches under control, they focus treatment on the head when the neck is what is really injured. Now back to the drawing. Nerves leaving the spine from the lower neck travel to the arms, hands and fingers, explaining why problems with the lower neck often result in tingling, pain, numbness or weakness all the way down to the fingertips. Midback pinching ofnerves leaving the spine travel around the ribs to the front ofthe chest and can cause pain when breathing or mimic the pain of a heart attack. Ifchest pain occurs, a heart attack could be ruled out prior to treatment for a pinched nerve. The above diagram makes it easy for most anyone to unders­ tand what a pinched nerve can do. A lot of what we do is take the pressure off pinched nerves so that the nervous system can function properly. Although chiropractic is not the answer for every problem, we’ve been able to help a whole lot of folks who couldn’t otherwise find relief... and we did it just like you’d take your foot offof a pinched water hose, we took the pressure off ofthe nerves. COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • 11A” 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 Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1991 __Page 13 Serving Our Country Activists seek more trail systems for Michiga n People who want more trails for hiking, biking, snowmobiling and horseback riding met March 22 during Daniel L. Hammond Agriculture and Natural Navy Petty Officers 1st knowledge of almost every Resources (ANR) Week at Class Daniel L. Hammond, aspect of Naval aviation, Michigan State University to son of Geraldine G. Ham­ ranging from administration map out plans for establishing mond of 100 Lentz St., to first-aid and firefighting. a statewide trail network. Nashville has been designated He also had to have 24 months Louis F. Twardzik, MSU as Enlisted Aviation Warfare aboard a ship assigned to an park and recreation specialist, Specialist. aviation billet, being in the top said proponents of making Hammond received the categories of leadership and linear parks out of trailways designation while serving performance, and passing an took an important step toward aboard the aircraft carrier oral examination given by his realizing their dreams by USS Saratoga, homeported in commanding officer. cooperating to lobby Mayport, Fla. A 1974 graduate of Maple legislators to study trailHe was required to Valley High School, he joined making methods. demonstrate superior the Navy in June 1974. Twardzik said scientists and Cooperative Extension agents at MSU have been trying for Jonathon L. Halliwill years to bring conflicting Pvt. Jonathon L. Halliwill He is the son of Jamce C. groups together to push for a has completed a light wheel Halliwill of 589 Thomapple continuous trails system.. vehicle mechanic course at Lake Road, Nashville, and “T There is a tremendous Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. bubblig of interest out there, Charlene C. Maeurer of 4035 During the course, students Valley Drive, Pueblo, Colo. but the biggest problem facing were trained to perform been h movement so ffar hhas bn The private is a 1990 the maintenance and assist in the graduate of Maple Valley its lack of cohesiveness,” repair of automotive vehicles High School, Twardzik said. and associated equipment. At the seminar, people like Clifton Schelhas learned how other proponents organized private groups, local government and state agencies to establish trail parks.. Schelhas, an 87-year-old horseman, wanted to find out how people could learn who abandoned bd d railroad ild DELIVERED TO owns rights-of-way and how to buy 19,000 HOMES property for a trail. Schelhas ALL OVER BARRY COUNTY said equestrian groups want to connect trails with bed-andbdd- ■nns*W$?!x breakfast operations for riders on weeklong rides. The cor­ ridors could also make fishing and water recreation accessi­ ble to a variety of users. “We are a financially depressed county, and this trail system could help," he said. “We’ll draw huge numbers of tourists if we can ever get this done.” Several trails have been established or are being developed using abandoned railroad corridors. Other trails, such as Lansing’ s Grand River Trail, have been established following watercourses. Outdoor enthusiasts envision a network of narrow pubic trails and paths linking the places where people live to the places where people play. The corridors would connect the beauty of Michigan’s woodlands, lakes and streams to the comforts of modem resort areas, and they would boost local economies by encouraging tourist spending. But the same vision has some landowners worrying about vandalism and property destruction. Jon Roethele, state trails coordinator for the DNR, said some farmers and landowners bordering trails fear a rash of trespassing and noisy traffic will ensue iftrails are connected to cities. “There is a lot of controversy about how we are going to develop and operate these trailways,” Roethele said. “But once people tional tional trail trail advocacy advocacy group, become aware of such pro­ said mounted police officers jects coming through their patrol Oakland County’s Pan areas, the outpouring of sup­ Creek Trail. Storm said cons­ port is almost tant traffic discourages trou­ overwhelming.” ble on other trails, and others One trail advocate said have set heavy fines for van­ communities around establish­ dalism or unauthorized motor ed trails in Michigan haven’s vehicle traffic. seen any onslaught of “Those are just excuses hoodlums or vandals. Roger Storm, coordinator of the some people are making to Michigan chapter of the Rails avoid the trails issue,” he to Trails Conservancy, a na- said. Band concert set for Sunday A concert featuring Maple Valley junior and senior bands will be held April 14, at 3 p.m. in the Maple Valley gymnasium. Also, so, thee Maple ape Valley aey chorus will perform. A recept tion will immediately follow the concert in the cafeteria. Maple Valley Trees and Shrubs 2501 N. Ionia Rd. Vermontville, Mich. (1 mile South of Nashville Hwy.) 726-1108 Re-Opening Sat., April 13th Register for drawing. A tree to be given away HOURS: 3:30 to Dusk Saturday 10 to 6 Sunday 10 to 6 Methodist Men to serve breakfast The Vermontville United Methodist Men will prepare and serve a breakfast at the church from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, April 13. The breakfast will include pancakes, syrup, sausage, eggs, coffee and juice. A freewill offering will be taken. va' RKiSJIWHdfe ta i3itw.fitlalt(iiHr; gjakparita^ «Mndt,!wrti^ It's a girl— E*ripita(ta(Kii GIRL, A daughter, Casey Ann, bom April 3, 1991, weighing 9 lbs. 1 oz. to Jack and Shelly Ridge of Shelton, Ct. Maternal grandparents are Carroll and Marge Wolff of Nashville. 11 BIS 51 tai Ki iSJ iialksiijiWpytffl .immW. ptSnsfa^ipMi jn. siialw^A-: fcwtridA^1^’ jnifcnyhi^M* ijigawp*^ wg tWpt®1'* Sell your items visually in our classifieds. REGULARLY •15.00 NOW ONLY ... $M i n FURNISHED PHOTO SPECIAL this week, FREE PHOTO! Let prospective buyers see what you have to sell! You’ll save time on needless phone inquiries. You’ll get faster results and all for one low price when you place a photo want ad. One item per ad. More than one item can be listed only if they are related, such as: car and trailer. All ads must -be paid for in advance. Sel««l your... Car, Truck, Trailer, Motorhome, Bicycle, Motorcycle, Horse, Tractor, Boat, Airplane ...Just About Anything. Call 945-9554 4-H Exchange meeting planned Plans are moving ahead with the Eaton County 4-H Exchange program. The next meeting will be Thursday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Eaton County Ex­ tension office, 126 N. Bostwick in Charlotte. More Eaton County 4-H teens are needed. For more information, call the Exten­ sion office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Flowing stream. Cash sale! I 64‘A ACRES OF VACANT, PARTIALLY TILLABLE LAND Health, from page 10 and fortified ready-to-eat cereals (read the labels on the cereals). Copper is necessary (along with iron) for the formation of hemoglobin. It also helps keep bones, blood vessles and nerves healthy. Liver, shell fish, black-eyed peas, lentils, nuts and seeds, cooked barley, dried prunes, lima beans, sweet potato and tomato juice are among the good sources of copper. Eating a variety of foods that contains minerals is the best way to get an adequate amount. Healthy individuals who eat a balance diet rarely need supplements. THINKING OF SELLING AT AUCTION OR LISTING CONVENTIONALLY? PLEASE CALL US SO YOUR PROPERTY CAN BE MARKETED PROPERLY IN 1991! Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Cindy Doolittle 726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1991 — Page 14 Gala festivities dedicate Vermontville's 'Opera House by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Unseasonably warm and sunny weather Sunday added to the gala spirit at the dedica­ tion of Vermontville’s newlyrenovated Opera House. An extensive year-long pro­ ject has been completed and the 1898 building once again shines as the center of com­ munity life. Organizers estimate that more than 200 people attended the afternoon open house and dedication ceremony. Enter­ tainment was furnished by the Thomapple Valley Dulcimer Society. Russ Laverty, Vermontville Township Supervisor, acted as master of ceremonies. He headed the four-member Friends of the Opera House Committee that had charge of steering the renovation project. A $25,000 state grant, donations of $5,000 each from the Village of Vermontville and Vermontville Township, plus organizational and in- dividual donations went into the project. Also involved were many hours of volunteer work by community residents who supplied a portion of the in-kind contribution required under terms of the grant from Michigan’s Department of Commerce. Laverty estimated the total improvement project ran $41,000. Others who served on the steering committee were Village President Sue Villanueva, local Chamber of Commerce President Don Mulvany, and Hildred Peabody, representing the Vermontville Historical Society. Villanueva told the au­ dience that Peabody deserved credit for writing the grant ap­ plication that eventually was accepted by the state. The ap­ proval came after many years of persistent research and paper work. “It took 25 years of writing,” commented Villanueva, “but we finally accomplished it.” Village Treasurer Kay Marsh served punch at the refreshment table. TROWBRIDGE’S Auto Parts & Service Center Simplicity Lawn & Garden Equipment Snapper Mowers, Tillers & Snow Blowers BCS Tillers Mark Master Mowers Ohio Steel Carts & Rollers Green Machine Trimmers We Stock Parts For Most Automobiles Briggs & Stratton Tecumseh Kohler Snapper Simplicity & Others Automotive Parts & Service We service most makes & models of Lawn Tractors, Mowers, Tillers and Most Makes of Automobiles 130 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml. Phone (517) 726-0569 In Business Since 1951 pfivbidjittieiisdvediUsti She said the dedication was a very memorable moment for her, adding, “We thank everyone for sharing this mo­ ment with us.” Laverty expressed thanks to many individuals, including two Vermontville men who were major contractors on the project. They were Thomas. Brandenburg, who installed the new drywall in the building, and Daryl Hale, who did the electrical work. Among the visitors in­ troduced by Laverty were Eaton County Commissioner John Fisher and his predecessor, recently retired commissioner Edgar Fleetham. Fleetham later commented that the Opera House restora­ tion is a good example of the “part of Vermontville’s pioneer spririt I’ve always ad­ mired so.” Before the official ceremony, in which Villanueva and Peabody had the honor of cutting the rib­ bon, Laverty asked those in the audience who had graduated from high school in exercises at the Opera House, or had played basketball there, to identify themselves. In its heydey, the building served as the village’s com­ munity center, being host to everything from religious meetings to dances. It has also served as a polling place, movie theater, and roller­ skating rink. Edith (VanBlarcom) Benedict recalled how she us­ ed to “speak a piece” from the stage of the Opera House back in the days of the Great Depression to win food for the family. In that era of economic downturn, the Opera House was the scene of weekly local talent shows in which contestants competed for boxes ofgroceries donated by Vermontville merchants. Everet Steward said he remembers graduating from Vermontville High School in 1924 exercises at the Opera House. He also played basket­ ball there, while spectators sat on portable seating on the stage and in the balcony. “Putting the chairs up before the game and taking them down later was a job for all the kids,” he said. “We had a lot of fun here.” While the Opera House no longer need be host for basketball action, the building once again will be the scene of many community activities. It has already been the site of several recent Maplewood school performances. Besides traditional uses, art exhibits are expected to be on the new agenda for the beautifully restored old struc­ ture. The state grant mandates creation of a Fine Arts Coun­ cil charged with bringing art and other exhibits to the Opera House on a regular basis. Laverty said a second state grant is being sought to pay for a new roof, and a magnifi­ cent solid wood double door is being crafted for the front en­ tryway. He cited a few addi­ tional furnishings needed to complete the project. Laverty told the audience he hoped they would enjoy using the newly-renovated facility. “It belongs to you and it belongs to the community,” he concluded. A table filled with refreshments was a popular gathering spot for visitors at the event. Serving punch, cookies and fruit were Kate Bosworth, Audrey Hartenburg and Kay Marsh. Several Vermontville graduates who recalled early commencement exercises in the Opera House were present at Sunday's event. Among them were (seated from left) Helen (Benedict) Steward, Class of 1925; Everet Steward, '24; June (Hager) Stair, '23; standing, Harold Benedict, '28, and Dorothy (Faust) Stall, '27. While Kate Bosworth (left) and Audrey Hartenburg (right) hold the ribbon, Friends of the Opera House Committee members Hildred Peabody (second from left) and Vermontville President Sue Villanueva, do the cutting honors. 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Duncan Hines Peanut Butter Cookie Mix E* f1l 9 Q � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-04-16.pdf 0140007a3b49d0c34fc3e0996e09de70 PDF Text Text Bulk Publ ic Library VAIO p lurch Street MI. 49058 U.S. POSTAG® HASTINGS. ** 49058 PetutM He. t HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARYished by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 121-S. Church®2 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49050 HASTINGS, Ml 49058-1893^.0. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 38 — Tuesday, April 16, 1991 Nashville Council ties service rates to cost of living by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Water and sewer rates in Nashville will be adjusted an­ nually to reflect increases or decreases in the Consumer Price Index. The decision was made by the Village Council. The CPI provision was included in ac­ tion that also raised the mon­ thly sewer charge for opera- tion, maintenance and repair (O, M & R), as well as in­ creased the initial hook-up fee for water service from $300 to $400. Starting with the next bill­ ing, monthly O, M & R rate for sewer users with metered water service will jump from $1.66 to $2.06 per 1,000 gallons. For unmetered water customers, the monthly sewer rate will increase from $6.90 to $8.50 per residential equivalent unit assigned to the premises. “We have haven’t had a raise since we put in our sewer system” noted Trustee Richard Chaffee, Jr., head of the Finance Committee, which recommended the hike. “Now we are getting hit big time.” Nashville six-year-old's joy ride damages three cars in short trip by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter “After 20 years of being a police officer, I’ve never seen anything like this,” said Sgt. Gene Koetje, acting Nashville police chief.. He was speaking of an accident in which a car driven by a Nashville driver, age 6, damaged three vehicles in a short trip last Wednesday afternoon. Considering the potential for serious harm to drivers, pedestrians and vehicles, the toll was reasonably light. It all started about 3 p.m. when two 6-year-old lads spotted Jerry Gray’s car parked with the keys in its ignition in front of St. Cyril’s Parish Hall on the north side of Maple Street. Together, said Koetje, the two youngsters “conspired” to take the vehi­ cle for a ride. Only one lad, however, got into the vehicle. He managed to start the car and “hooked it into gear,” said Koetje. It proceeded forward some 50 yards, narrowly squeezing between a row of parallelparked cars directly ahead and an adjacent building.. The two right wheels of the auto were running on the sidewalk white the left two were in the gutter. In the process, the “stolen” vehicle sideswiped the full passenger-side length of a 1990 Olds from Lansing and struck the rear of a 1984 Chevrolet pickup truck owned by a local party. Both vehicles were parked along the north side of Maple Street, next to Smoky and Flo’s Roadkill Cafe. “He then made a left turn, missed the stop sign (at the in­ tersection of Maple and Main) and ended up in the traveled .portion ofthe northbound lane of Main Street (M-66),” explained Koetje. He said an 18-year-old boy saw the kid’s predicament and came to his rescue. When Koetje arrived on the scene the car was stalled and the 6-year-old.had fled. He found him peeking from behind a building a short distancce away. The officer instructed the youngster to go get his mother, but instead he ran home and hid in his bedroom. Later, Koetje also talked to the other lad involved in the See Joy Ride, on page 2 Nashville’s expanded municipal sewer system was installed in 1980; its improved water system in 1975. Both were financed by the Farm and Home Administration. In a letter received after that federal agency reviewed a re­ cent village audit, the FmHA recommened increasing sewer rates by at least 5 percent “to prevent future financial pro­ blems,” reported Village Clerk Rose Heaton. According to the most re­ cent figures, the village’s in­ debtedness on the 1980 sewer bond is $835,000, and the principal balance on the 1975 water bond is $286,000. The total payoff with interest on these obligations will amount to well over $2 million, said officials. In addition, a bond on the old 1963 system carries a balance of $16,050. It matures in 1992. Nashville has one water fund and several sewer fund Certificates ofDeposit, which produce about $15,000 annually in interest, said Chaffee. But he suggested that in­ stead of using this surplus for operation and maintenance of the system, “We might better turn this interest back into savings so we can pay off our obligation early, or use it in case of an emergency. “If you don’t build up a surplus, each time you need something like a new (municipal) well, you end up borrowing and paying in­ terest,” observed Chaffee. “We are not trying to add to the surplus from money we will receive (from the rate increase).” The 40-cent per 1,000-gallon hike is expected See Council, on page 2 Four candidates file for three school board seats J-Ad Graphics News Service Three newcomers and a former local school board member will vie in the elec­ tion June 10 for three trustee seats opening on the Maple Valley Board of Education. Meeting -the April 8 deadline for filing nominating petitions were former trustee Beatrice J. Pino and newcomers Bonnie L. Leep, Lynn M. Mengyan and David D. Tuckey. Pino, of 9400 Maple Grove Road, Nashville, completed a four-year term on the board in 1990. She is a retired school teacher and former chairman of the board for Barry County Council on Aging. She held that post three years. Tuckey, of 6491 Allegan Road, Vermontville, is an in­ spector at B-O-C in Lansing. He has three children who are former students at Maple Valley and has a stepson who is presently enrolled. Leep, of 9464, Cloverdale Road, Nashville, is a housewife, and has two children, an eighth grader and a sixth grader, attending Maple Valley schools. Mengyan, of 7700 S. Clark Road, Nashville, is an in­ dependent agency represen­ tative for Michigan’s Depart­ ment of Education. She has two children who are students at Maple Valley, one in elementary and the other in the junior high. Expiring terms are those held by Charles Viele, Sr., currently vjce president of the board; Ronald J. Tobias, secretary; and Irma Gene Baker, treasurer. All declined to run for re-election. Baker is serving as an ap­ pointee to a seat vacated last June by the resignation of Larry Filter. She was a former board trustee when appointed. Both Viele and Tobias are veteran members of the board. Nashville couple to be honored at Vermontville Festival Albert and Mary Bell, longtime members ot the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation, will receive special recognition during this year's festivities. Syrup was produced by the Bell family for over a century on the Centennial homestead southwest of Nashville. J-Ad Graphics News Service Albert and Mary Bell of rural Nashville have been selected as Honored Citizens ofVermontville’s 1991 Maple Syrup Festival April 26-28. The Bells, longtime members of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation, which sponors the annual celebration, will receive special recognition in ceremonies at 11 a.m. Satur­ day, April 27, in downtown Vermontville. State Rep. Frank Fitzgerald will take part in. that presentation. Later in the day, the Bells will serve as Grand Marshals of the festival parade, set to commence at 2 p.m. “The Maple Syrup Festival is a great thing,” said Albert. “We have sold a lot of syrup there.” The Bells are retired and have not made syrup since 1982, but they still live on the Bell family Centennial Farm, where maple syrup was pro­ duced for 100 years. In 1882, Albert’s great­ grandfather sold his 80-acre farm in New York and moved to Michigan with his two sons and their families. They bought 160 acres in Barry County’s Assyria Township. The farm where Albert was bom and where he and Mary still reside, included a 35-acre woods comprised mainly of sugar maples. Albert’s parents, Joseph and Lottie (Newton) Bell, continued the maple syrup business with the help of their sons Lee, Paul and Albert. In those early days they tapped about 300 trees, using wooden and cast iron spiles and English tin bucket. Sap was gathered in three wooden bar­ rels carried on a sled drawn by a team of horses, and it was boiled in an open 3xl0-foot pan. The finished product sold for 75 cents to $1.25 per gallon. In 1930, the Bells began boiling sap in a Champion evaporator owned by the Lawrence Maurer family. By this time the Bells were tapp­ ing about 450 trees, using a tractor and two-wheeled trailer for collection. Because open pails were used, the last part of the boiling process, in­ cluding cleaning and skimm­ ing with eggs and milk, was done on a cookstove in the house. Albert Bell and the former Mary Feigner were married in 1938 and began farming on the old homestead. In time, their three daughters, Betty, Louise and Marilyn, were able to help continue the fami­ ly tradition of maple syrup making. Eventually additional help was needed as the operation continued to expand. In 1944 Albert and his brother Paul bought a new 4xl2-foot King evaporator with 1,000 covered pails, and built a new sugar shanty in the woods with the help of their father, Joseph; Albert’s father-in-law, Ed Feighner; and Gerald Gardner. The syrup then was sold under the Bell & Gardner label. As the number of taps in­ creased, the Bill Swift family, Bell cousins, and hired help were needed to gather sap from 1,000 trees in three woods. Improvements were made to the evaporating equipment, and production in the 1960s reached 250 to 500 gallons per year, depending on length of the gathering season. “It was a busy time on the farm from the last of February to the budding of trees every spring,” recall the Bells. Their daughter, Marilyn Roush, remembers it as a time of “hard work, but also a time of fun, stories and fond memories,” including such antics as sliding down hills on sap bucket lids, hitching rides See Couple, on page 3 In This Issue... • Maplewood Elementary scores in national academic quiz • Annual Maple Valley senior tea held • Council appoints committees, names present pro tern • Young Authors named at Maplewood �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1991 — Page 2 Council sets rates to cost of living , to generate about $14,000 an­ nually. The yearly cost of liv­ ing adjustment will be im­ plemented in .1991 for the water system and in 1992 for the sewer system. With prior approval of the council, the rate changes would be effec- • tive on the first of the month following such action. The adjustments will reflect increases or decreases in the Consumer Price Index, as published by the U. S. Dept, of Labor, for the preceding calendar year. A public hearing Thursday preceded council approval of the measures. Jeffrey Beebe, one of the local citizens present for the hearing, suggested a more gradual increase instead ofthe 40-cent hike. He said he had surveyed area communities, and in comparison to Potter­ ville, for example, Nashville’s current rates were about 15 percent lower. But with the proposed increase they would be about 27 per­ cent higher than Potterville. “A raise of 25 percent, I have a problem with that,” noted Beebe. He conceded Nashville needs an increase in rates, but proposed the coun­ cil consider instead a 12 per­ cent annual raise enacted in two steps. Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer commented that the council should explain to the citizenry the intended purposes of the surplus funds generated by in­ terest on the Certificates of Deposit. She said, “They may ques­ tion why we have an extra $15,000 floating around and what we are going to use it for.” Trustee Forrest Burd responded: “This sewer was put in some time ago, these things are beginning to break down.” He also noted, “We are obliged to run lines to new pl^pes” if service is requested.. “We are strongly encourag­ ed tQ expand the system when we can,” advised Clerk Rose Heaton “Those were the terms of the grant, but I don’t know if we are compelled to.” Council support of the rate hike and other charge-related changes to the water and sewer ordinances was unanimous. In other action Thursday, the council: — Approved purchase of a new air compressor used in operation of the sewer plant. The old one has broken down, said Burd, and neccessary parts would cost $630, while installation of a new unit would run only $730. The compressor is involved in operation of the filtration system. — Agreed to give the Put­ nam Public Library Board control ofone-halfbfa $2,000 maintenance allowance granted annually by the village, which this fiscal year budgeted $3,050 for the library. Allocations also are received from the townships of Castleton and Maple Grove. — On recommendation of the Police Commmittee, approved paying newly-hired part-time police officers $5 per hour for the first 100 hours of service, and $7 per hour thereafter. (The rates now are $4 and $8.) from front page _2. Nashville’s two part-time of­ ficers currently work about 16 hours per month. They will not be affected by the change. The part-timers complement Nashville full-time force of two, and receive no benefits other than the provision of uniforms and required phsyical exams. — OK’d application of a Memorial Day parade permit on Nashville’s Main Street by the local Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post No. 8260. The parade will commence at Put­ nam Park and terminate at Lakeview Cemetery. — Agreed that Village President Ray Hinckley will visit Olivet and Potterville, two former villages that have converted to home rule, city status, to learn ifthey are hap­ py about the move. Council has been reviewing material supplied by the Michigan Municipal League pertaining t such a change. Chaffee said to it “sounded interesting” and he would like to know more about it. City status would ex­ empt residents from township taxes. Council also reviewed a letter from Castleton Township Supervisor Justin Cooley in which he opposed such a move, citing potential increased costs to the village that would offset anticipated tax savings. Hinckley pointed out what he called inaccuracies in the letter regarding street funds and other matters, adding that Nashville already handles its own voter registration, collects its own taxes and could easily disburse school and county taxes. He claims Nashville residents now are paying double for sharedsupport services such as fire and ambulance, operation of the Transfer-Recycling Center, etc. Market animals weigh-in slated It is mandatory that 4-H and FFA market and carcass animals be weighed in at the following times to show and sell them at the Eaton County Fair to be held July 21-27: Hogs - Sunday, April 21, from 12:30 to 5 p.m. at the Charlotte Fairgrounds; Lambs - Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Charlotte Fairgrounds. 4-H’ers in these project areas learn how to adjust feed according to their animals’ weight. A record book is com­ pleted for each market animal and will be judged and ex­ hibited at the fair. NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER • • • • Dr. Michael Callton [ । X-Ray Lab Gentle Spinal Adjusting Physical Therapy Therapeutic Muscle Massage Expires April 30, 1991 Most Insurances Accepted 127 S. MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE • Phone 852-2070 Maplewood Elementary team scores in national academic quiz A team of eleven Maplewood Elementary students in March competed in a computerized academic quiz with students from 50 states. Schools in numerous coun­ tries throughout the world also participated in the fifth annual Elementary Knowledge Master Open. This was Maplewood’s first year to enter. The local team scored 508 of a possible 1,000 points in the grueling contest, which re­ quired knowledge in 14 academic areas, including Life Science, American History and Literature. The questions were flashed on a computer screen by use of a disk that remained sealed until time for the contest. Practice sessions prior to the event were conducted with a sample quiz on a similar disk. “The team did an outstan­ ding job answering 79 of 100 questions correctly,” said Bob Smith, who served as academic coach for the event. “That is fantastic for a first time (entry.) Next year, the team needs to work on speed.” The 70-minute test is based on speed and accuracy. The team appoints a captain, a typist and a timekeeper. Deciding the answers to ques­ tions is a joint effort of the group. “They work as a group, as a unified effort,” explained Smith. He said the number of team members is not limited — some schools had as few as two or as many as 30 — but the average was probably six to 10 students. An adjustment in the final score tabulations takes into account the number of minds involved in solving the problems. The Maplewood team was comprised of fifth and sixth graders from the classrooms of teachers Amy Toutant, Vicki Williams, Bernie Hynes, Sue Luyendyk and Smith. The youngsters were selected by preliminary testing. Those chosen were sixth graders Brady Simpson, Kevin Conkey, Raymond Rathbun, Erin Hokanson, Mandy Beemer and Amy LaDere, and fifth graders Travis McIntyre, Liz Stanton, Jeremy Campbell, Derrick Stair and Jason Grassman. The computer quiz measures not only knowledge but also comprehension, ap­ plication and analysis. The contest is designed to stimulate interest and recogni­ tion for acadmic accomplish­ ment. It was developed to run on classroom computers in order to provide all schools the chance to compete in a na­ tional contest without the ex­ pense of traveling to a central site, noted Smith. Results of the contest are tabulated into national, state, and enrollment-size rankings by Academic Hallmarks, the Colorado-based publishing firm that hosts the event. The top team in the nation, Sky Oaks Elementary of Burnsville, Minn., scored 868 points. The last place team na­ tionally, Stone Elementary of Hobbs, N.M., scored only 255 points. The Maplewood team’s 508 points enabled it to come in 27th of the 32 Michigan schools competing. CLIP & SAVE rl Purchase a Minimum fpot s5000 (or more) and receive a | FREE GIFT! 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Pictured are (standing, from left) Elizabeth Stanton, Amy LaDere, Mindy Beemer, Brady Simpson, Erin Hokanson, Derrick Stair, Jason Grassman, Raymond Rathbun, Jeremy Campbell, coach Bob Smith and Travis McIntyre. i 1 * from frontpage— incident, who explained, “We wanted to go to Charlotte, but I didn’t want to go that badP’ Sgt. Koetje says the Gray vehicle, a 1984 Dodge, suf­ fered the worst damage. He estimated that repairs could run as much as $2,500. Obviously, no citations were issued. “Fortunately,” joked Koetje, “when this kid gets old enough to drive, I’ll be retired.” • NO appliances - NO concrete - NO dirt • NO hazardous waste (such as liquids, paint, oil, etc.) • NO loose brush, all brush must be bundled in bundles no larger than 3 feet by 5 feet and nothing over 50 pounds. • NO boxes or bundles over 3 feet by 5 feet or 50 pounds. 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, payable at Village Hall before any items will be picked UPVILLAGE OF NASHVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1991 — Page 3 Winning ‘Young Authors' named at Maplewood Elementary School Eighteen Maplewood Elementary fifth graders have been selected as winners in a recent Young Author’s competition. The youngsters are among 61 students in classes taught by Vicki Williams, Bernie Hynes and Bob Smith, who participated in the day-long event at the Vermontville Opera House. The children wrote original short stories, plays, skits, self-help tips, news reports, non-fiction narratives, etc., then compiled their work in booklet form. They are among students in six Eaton County school districts who participated in similar projects as part of National Reading month, The local winners and those from other schools have been invited to take part in the ss s Program scheduled for crime victims «*< r^t5 *»» *^i A program on “How to Be the Perfect Victim of a Crime” is planned for 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, at the Nashville Baptist Church. The free program, spon­ sored by Citizens Against Crime, will focus on: — “Keeping your home as vulnerable as possible.” — “Sure-fire places to go to get attacked.” — “How to end up at the ^85* 5* • Ss* s ***«■! * *Wk< • ^Urtii 1 “■’ ^hhar/ •felling fSpi I itaMBlM II ■ SEMI » RllUlll iftifKffltifSl ws ’! wsi^ fcjjW^ < Eaton Area Young Author’s Conference Thursday, April 19, in Charlotte. The event, at the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church, is open to the public; parents are en­ couraged to attend. The day­ long seminar will feature children’s author Karen Sum­ mers as keynote speaker. Later, the students may attend one of four topical sessions: “Joys of Childhood” by Bill Davis; “The Art of Writing­ Illustration,” by Tom Jury; “Storytelling” by Margaret Myers-Culver; and Sportscast Writing by a local sportscaster. Encouraging creative think­ ing and problem solving and fostering pride in a quality product are among the objec­ tives of the Young Author’s program. The children also wrong end of a gun. ” — “Looking for weirdos in all the right places.” — “Finding someone else to carry that heavy purse.” — “What to do ’til the burglar comes.” And live demonstrations. The Baptist church is located at 304 Phillips St. in Nashville. Couple honored, on the gathering wagon, and boiling eggs in hot sap for lunch. The first sip of hot syrup each spring was relished. She also recalled “tons of mud and wet feet.” But most of all it was a time for developing close ties with family, cousins and friends. The season always ended with festivities at the annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival in late April. There, the Bells joined other local producers who displayed and sold their wares to the thousands of visitors who flocked to the celebration. In addition to Marilyn (Mrs. Raymond Roush of Nashville), the Bells’ other daughters are Mrs. Gary (Bet­ ty) Jacobs of Grand Blanc, Mich., and Mrs. Eugene (Louise) Mortenson of S Maple Valley Athletic Boosters 3 I BINGO I S MAPLE VALLEY U.S. CAFETERIA S ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M-E £ Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 “ riiiiiiiniii>aaiiiiiiiiini)i* from front Sunrise, Fla. They also have six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. When the Bell family homestead was designated a Centennial Farm in 1983, and Albert and Mary retired from full-time farming, their daughters and their families celebrated the occasion with a pig roast attended by 425 relatives, neighbors and friends. Besides farming, the Bells were Pioneer Seed Com dealers for 44 years. They also were involved in many community activities. Albert served on the Barry County Board of Commis­ sioners from 1973 to 1983, was on the Barry County Fair Board for several years, and served two terms on the Barry County FHA Board. In addition, he was a member of Nashville’s W. K. Kellogg School Board for 18 years, and before that served on the board of the rural McKelvey School. Mrs. Bell is a member of Nashville Woman’s Literary Club. learn creative writing techni­ ques, with supportive work in organizing, proofreading, analyzing and evaluating their own and others’ work. The conference gives talented creative writing students a-chance to meet and interact with professional writers. Students also will have an opportunity to share their own books with other young authors in a small group and discuss how they came to write them. Maplewood fifth graders selected to attend the event are Erin Booker, Jeremy Camp­ bell, Brad Conroy, Jessica Dempsey, Steve Doyle, Joheather Grant, Jenny Hois­ ington, Kirsten Klinkhammer, Katie Krive, Corey Lamance, Kim Pennington, Cory Pethick, Mandy Pierce, Katrina Rasey, Dawn Stine, Jason Thompson, Jim Thorn­ ton, and Ben Woodworth. Winners in a recent Young Author's program for Maplewood Elementary fifth graders will attend a day-long conference with other Eaton County students Friday in Charlotte. The winners are (from left, front row) Mandy Pierce, Katie Krive, Steve Doyle, Jenny Hoisington, Jessica Dempsey, Katrina Rasey, Joheather Grant, Erin Booker, Kim Pennington, (back, from left) Jeremy Campbell, Jim Thornton, Corey Lamance, Kirsten Klinkhammer, Cory Pethick, Jason Thompson, Brad Conroy and Dawn Stine. Missing from photo is Ben Woodworth. At Eaton Federal ’ll make your money grow — right here at home We When you make a deposit, we make your money grow by passing it around the community. Your deposits may help finance a new tractor, buy cattle, or put up a house. Some of your money may finance a vacation, buy a car, or provide for a college education. We loan money back into our community, making it a better place for all of us. Eaton Federal Bank Diana’s Place ^(5 X Professional Styling for the Whole Family OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday P «« z. Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. Owner — Diana Kuempel 852-9481 FDIC INSURED FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 federally Insured to St00.000 EQUAL HOUSING Credit LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Nbon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... . L Nashville village president helped nab President Lincoln's assassin When President Abraham Lincoln was shot on Good Fri­ day, April 14, 1865, by John Wilkes Booth at Ford’s Theatre in Washington D. C., the village of Nashville did not yet exist, at least as a legal entity. (It was incorporated on March 26, 1869.) Yet, in a few years the com­ munity could claim a link to that tragic event, for a young soldier among the small party that tracked down the assassin would later become president of the village.. Pvt. Emory Parady was there when John Wilkes Booth breathed his last after being shot in a bam near Port Royal, Va. Parady was one of two soliders who dashed into the burning bam and carried the mortally-wounded Booth out­ side. He heard the assassin’s last whispered words. Eigh­ teen years later, Parady would become president of the village of Nashville. Several times during his years here, the anniversary of Lincoln’s birth was an occa­ sion for Parady to recall his role in the Booth capture for publication in the Nashville News. Portions of his story are used in this article. (His handwritten text ap­ parently contained misspell­ ings of names of a few key people. The correct informa­ tion has been supplied where indicated, but otherwise Parady’s original version is intact where quoted.) Young Emory Parady was determined to be a soldier. Perhaps he knew he had a date with destiny. However, when the 17-year-old New York lad enlisted in M’Combs Plattsburg Regiment in the fall of 1861, his father went to the company commander and secured his son’s release on grounds that he was underage. Bom April 9, 1844, at Beckmantown in Clinton County, N.Y., Emory was the fifth of 12 children of Edward and Mary E. Paradis, natives of Quebec, Canada, who Anglicized the family name after moving across the border to New York. After Emory’s first attempt to become a solider was thwarted, he turned to farm­ ing. But three years later, on Sept. 13, 1864, at the age of 20, Parady enlisted with Sprague’s Light Cavalry (Company H, 16th N.Y. As a 21-year-old Army private in 1865, Emory Parady (seen here about 1910) helped carry mortallywounded John Wilkes Booth from a burning Virginia bam and heard the last whispered request of Lincoln's killer. Parody's unit also captured Booth's companion, David E. Herold, who later was hanged. Parady mov­ ed to Nashville in 1870 and became a prominent civic leader. PancakeBreakfas^ All-You-Can-Eat! Pancakes • Sausage • French Toast Sunday, Apr. 21 • 8 am-1 pm KALAMO MASONIC TEMPLE 1.6 miles south of M-79 on Ionia Road Adults s3.50 Children Under 12 s1.50 Volunteers). In less than a year he would be among a unit of 26 enlisted men who pur­ sued and collared John Wilkes Booth. Before that historic event, Pvt. Parady had participated in a number of minor Civil War battles and was captured by Mosby’s guerillas near Warrenton, Va. He managed to escape into a swamp and made his way back to the command. Immediately after Lincoln was shot, the 16th N.Y. Cavalry was one of the first units engaged in a search for the killer. They hunted south and west of the capital city, and a few days later the unit was detailed as part of the military escort for the presi­ dent’s funeral. On April 24, the U. S. Department of War ordered the unit led by Lt. Edward P. Doherty to go “as speedily as possible in pursuit of J. Wilkes Booth,” on informa­ tion he had been spotted in Virginia. Accompanying the 26-man military unit were Na­ tional Police detectives Luther B. Baker and E. J. Conger. “We marched to the Potomac and were soon on board the little steamer Ida (actually the ship was the John S. Ide), which took us down the Potomac as far as Bell Plains,” wrote Parady in an 1880 account in the Nashville News. After the troops landed at 10 p.m., “we were ordered to strap sabers to our saddles and march along as quiety as possible and not speak above a whisper.” An all-night march brought them to the Rap­ pahannock River the next afternoon. “There we got track of the one we were after,” con­ tinued Parady. “While cross­ ing the river on a flat boat manned by two mulattoes, they gave us a description of Booth and Harrold (Booth’s traveling companion David E. Herold), who had crossed the previous day with a party of Mosby’s men, led by Capt. Jett.” After getting this news, the cavalrymen soon nabbed Jett in a hotel at Bowling Green, about 15 miles from the river. He subsequently led the federal troops to the Richard Henry Garrett farm where Booth and Herold were spen­ ding the night in a bam, unaware that they had been padlocked in by Garrett’s son, who later said he feared the men would steal his father’s horses. “Booth had given his name (to the Garretts) as John W. Boyd, doubtless to correspond with the initials J. W. B. on the back of his left hand,” noted Parady. The cavalrymen promptly surrounded the bam, with Parady in the lead. “I spurred my horse and quickly got to the bam, and while going around it heard a rustling of straw inside, went and informed Lt. Daugherty All the children of Emory and Frances Parody except Silas (seated, center) were born in Nashville. Elizabeth and Albert are standing; Nellie and Blanche, two years apart in age, are in the front row. Following rheumatic fever at 16, Silas used crutches the rest of his life. After 37 years in Nashville, Emory Parody, a cobbler by trade, moved his family to Portland, Ore., and died there in 1924. The Parody home, seen here circa-1900, still stands at 204 E. Francis St., Nashville. It may have been purchased with part of Emory's share of the $100,000 reward for the capture of Lincoln's assassin. It is believed that Parody's cobbler shop was located in the old "dug-out" building still standing on the northeast cor­ ner of the Main and Sherman streets intersection. (sic)...who appeard pleased that we were about to succeed.” The elder Garrett and Capt. Jett were tied to trees nearby and guards were posted. The other soldiers dismounted and took positions around the bam. Repeated calls for the suspects to surrender brought queries from Booth as to who they were and why they wanted him. He claimed he was en route to Mexico “to make a fortune.” Parady *s account continues: “Booth strongly insisted upon having terms granted him, wanted us to step back a few paces, then he would come out and fight us singly, saying ‘I will fight and die like a man.’ He told us to shoot him through the heart, not...the head.” Herold soon exited, unarmed and surrendered, claiming no connection with Booth. The latter confirmed this by shouting, “Captain, that man is innocent.” Negotiations with Booth continued. “During this time, one of our party drew a little straw through a crack in the bam and touched a lighted match to it,” remembered Parady. The blaze soon illuminated Booth, as the soldiers peered through cracks in the building to observe him. “On discovering the fire, Booth stepped near it with car­ bine in hand, looked at it for a moment, then turned and walked back a few steps, paused, and with a determined look was evidently watching for an opportunity to shoot the first man that came in sight,” remembered Parady. “Then B. Corbett who was to the rear of the bam and near Booth, placed his revolver to a crack and shot, the ball striking Booth in the neck. As soon as the shot was fired, Sgt. Wendell and myself ran to the door, went in on the double-quick, found Booth sitting on the floor with carbine by his side.” Parady then quickly placed his hands on Booth’s belt to prevent him from drawing a knife or pistol (he had two of each). Booth’s largest knife had blood dried on both sides of the blade, noted Parady.. “The fire spread so rapidly that we had to carry him out and while laying him on the ground, he whispered, ‘Tell Mother I died for my country, I thought it for the best.’” The soldiers moved Booth to the veranda of the Garrett house and procured the ser­ vices of a Confederate surgeon who did all he could for the man. “But it was of no avail,” wrote Parady. “The shot was fatal and Booth died about sunrise April 26.” The unit took Booth’s body and prisoner David Herold back to the Washington Naval Yard, where they were delivered on the night of the 26th. Parady was mustered out of the Army the following month in a war department cutback of active duty troops. For his participation in the Booth capture, Parady was awarded a private’s share of the $100,000 reward. 'There was a delay in payment, but he finally received his por­ tion: $1,568.30. Parady may have used some ofthis reward money to purchase property in Nashville. After his discharge, Parady came to Michigan. In November 1866, he married Frances Barnes in Ottawa County and the couple lived at Lamont before moving in 1867 to Ionia County. They relocated to Nashville three years later. Undoubtedly regarded as a local hero in his day, Parady was a cobbler by trade. Early Nashville News ac­ counts reflect Parady’s high standing in the community. He served at various times as assessor, school board trustee, Castleton Township Supervisor, postmaster, village president, and justice Continued on next page— Fish & Chicken Fry V.F.W. Post 8260 • Nashville, Ml Friday, April 19, 1991 Serving 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ADULTS ... s4.75 CHILDREN ... s2.75 — ALL YOU CAN EAT — �From previous page— of the peace — a post that earned him the traditional title of Squire. In that capacity he often presided over packed local courtrooms to settle disputes that occasionally erupted into public brawls in an era when whiskey flowed freely in Nashville. In January 1881, Parady was appointed by President James Garfield as Nashville’s postmaster. When an ap­ parently political move threatened his ouster in 1884, local citizens sent a petition of protest to the Postmaster General in Washington, preserving Parady’s post for two more years. Parady was serving in 1881 as Castleton Township Super­ visor, and was village presi­ dent for the 1883-84 term. He also was active in the Barry County Republican party, and in 1886 was a member of the examining committee for West Point candidates from Michigan’s 3rd Congressional District. By 1907 the Parady family had had enough ofMichigan’s harsh winters and looked west for more favorable climate. The Squire, his wife and three The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1991 — Page 5 daughters followed the lead of account first appeared as a sons Silas and Albert, who Memories ofthe Past publish­ Local florist joins AFS service earlier had gone to Oregon ed in February 1981. and California. Emory Parady Miller now is writing a Mapes Family Florist, 107 dent floral wire service in the and his family settled near book called “Lincoln’s N. Main St., Nashville, world with over 21,500 AFS Portland, Ore., and his Avengers: The Story of the recently joined American descendants still live on the Men Who Captured John Floral Services, Inc. (AFS), Florists serving more than 27,000 towns in the U.S. and West Coast. Wilkes Booth.” an international flowers-by- Canada. AFS Florists can also Parady died March 15, Miller notes that Parady wire service located in send a flower order to nearly 1924, at Portland, and his could not escape his involve­ Oklahoma City, Okla. any country in the world grave there is marked with a ment with the Booth capture. Dennis and Candice Mapes headstone that carries an in­ Records show that one of his are owners of the new AFS through AFS’ international affiliates. scription noting his unique brothers was named Lincoln shop. AFS offers an unconditional role in American history. Parady, in honor of the presi­ As an AFS Florist, Mapes order guarantee which is a (Note: Our thanks to Lincoln dent, and Emory is buried in Family Florist can arrange for assassination scholar Steven Mt. Scott Cemetery, which delivery of fresh flowers and total commitment to consumer satisfaction and the quality G. 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SALLEY NOLEN iv �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1991 Page 6 Antique dolls featured at Maple Valley Annual Senior Girls tea Club. On an alternating basis, each organization takes responsibility for arranging details. This year the Ver­ montville group had charge of the affair. Martha Zemke, president of the club, welcomed the young ladies and asked each to stand and introduce herself and her mother or guest. Zemke offered a brief by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The Senior Girls Tea — an annual rite of spring at Maple Valley — drew a large turnout of seniors and their mothers to the high school cafeteria last Tuesday evening. The yearly event is co­ sponsored by the Vermont­ ville Woman’s Club and the Nashville Woman’s Literary Maple Valley Chapel Genther Funeral Home 204 North Queen St. Nashville, Michigan (517) 852-0840 RICHARD A. 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Program chairperson Lois Siple then introduced Ruth Pickering, a Charlotte resi­ dent who has been collecting antique dolls for the last 20 years. Pickering told the au­ dience that after her husband retired from military service, and she was no longer called on to make frequent moves from place to place, she “began to collect things and became a pack rat.” She bought her first antique doll at an auction, paying just $1 less than the limit she had set for herself when the bidding began. Pickering brought along several of her favorite dolls fqr display. Most were dress­ ed in original clothing, in­ cluding a Civil War-era doll that came from a family that assured her that it had been Many "turn of the century" features include the "oak" open stairway & lots of natural woodwork! 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors in dining area & an attractive brick fireplace in the living room. (Call Garry) (N-354) TO APPRECIATE”!! 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Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359) Doll collecting is a hobby strongly recommended by Ruth Pickering. She displayed some of her favorite antique finds with those attending the Maple Valley Senior Girls Tea. “brought back from the war” by a soldier for his daughter. The dolls on display were made from a variety of materials, including celluloid, composition, china and bis­ que. Their clothing reflected die period, and often the region, in which the doll was manufactured. “Dolls teach us something about our history,” observed Pickering. “They are dressed as people dressed in those time.” She advised that one should never alter or discard original wigs or clothing on an antique doll because that lowers their value to a collector. These things should not be changed, even if though they show signs of considerable wear. “All of my dolls have been played with (by children whb once owned them),- but they are in wonderful condition considering that,” Pickering commented, adding that she has learned that no matter how .poor a family may have .been, they managed to have toys for their children. Many early dolls were homemade from various common materials. “Do a lot ofreading, that is where you will learn,” Pickering advised would-be doll collectors. Dolls can be acquried from a variety ofsources, but in her own collection she has been selective. “They have to pull at my heart,” Pickering explained. “If they don’t, I don’t buy them.” She advised the young ladies to develop a hobby: “In Refreshments were served to the senior girls and their moms'from a table beautifully decorated in shades of blue and silver, the chosen colors of the Class of 1991. the future, it is notjust making money. You have to take time to smell the roses, have a hobby.” She said doll collecting can be an inspiration in hard times. “You can look at your dolls and say, if they have made it so long, you will too.” After the program, club ladies served dainty refreshments from a table decorated in shades of blue and silver, chosen colors of the Class of 1991. Extension offers weed control guide The 1991 Weed Control Guide for Field Crops is available at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice office for a cost of $2.50. They provide research backed data on how well weeds respond to preplant, pre- and post-emergence ap­ plication ofvarious herbicides on com, soybeans, forages, dry edible beans, potatoes, small grains, sugar beets and weed response to nonselective herbicides. The guide also contains rates, remarks and limitations for each herbicide. Also in­ cluded are crop rotation restrictions, toxicity, solubili­ ty, adsorptivity, and per­ sistence of herbicides and potential for runoff and leaching. This guide will help make the most efficient and effec­ tive use of weed control dollars in 1991. The Mirrors Image" J.P6 wiLLOLe iHiaae,; Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 " w - j r, IRA’s Up to 8.75% as little as *25.00 per month qualifies TOBIAS MASON Insurance Agency — FREE QUOTES — 852-2005 • Dick Tobias �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1991 — Page 7 Nashville Council committees set; Spoelstra is president pro tern Standing committees of the The Putnam Park Board is Nashville Village Council for comprised of VanDerske, the 1991-92 fiscal year were chair, and Smith. Building named at last Thursday’s and Grounds committee is to meeting. be chaired by Spoesltra, with The appointments were Chaffee seving with him. made by Village President Dwyer will chair both the Ray Hinckley and, as a matter Policy Committee and the Or­ of formality, submitted to the dinance Committe, aided on council for approval. the former by Burd and on the The panel also re-elected latter by VanDerske. Ted Spoelstra to the post of Non-committee appoint­ president pro tern. ments included Carl Tobias The Department of Public­ and Scott Decker to the Works Committee is Forrest Transfer-Recycling board; Burd, chair, and Sue VanDer- and Burd and Chaffee to the ske. The Police Committee is Fire-Amublance board. Both Ted Spoelstra, chair, and boards also have represen­ Carol Jones Dwyer. tatives appointed by the Richard Chaffee Jr. will townships of Castleton and head the Finance Committee, Maple Grove. on which Chip Smith also will Hinckley reappointed Leon serve. Smith will chair the Frith as director of public Parks, Library, and Lights works, with Scott Decker as Committee, on which Burd his assistant; Sgt. Gene Koetje will serve. as acting chief of police, and Thomas Taylor, zoning administrator. The listing reaffirmed the current membership of ap­ pointed officials to the village’s Planning Commis­ sion and Zoning Board ofAp­ peals. Nelson Brumm chairs the Planning Commission with Carl Tobias, Gerald Shoup, Warren Travoli, Virginia Tobias, Bonnie White and Dan Clark on the board. Carl Tobias chairs the Zoning Board ofAppeals with William Thompson, Jeanne Steortz, Don Conner, Jeffrey Beebe and Richard Tobias serving as members. Also reaffirmed was the current Lakeview Cemetery Board with Spoelstra as chair, Larry Decker as secretary­ treasurer, and Gene Koetje, trustee. Eaton Extension Service to offer Manufactured Homes program The Eaton Cooperative Ex­ tension Service is offering a free program called “Is There A Manufactured Home In Your Future?” Thursday, May 2, at the Eaton In­ termediate School, 1790 E. Packard Highway in Charlotte from 7 to 9:30 p.m. So-called mobile homes first made their American ap- pearance in the 1930s and they were indeed portable, towed behind cars an/ trucks. With each decade, mobile homes have changed. In 1976, a big change came when the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Develop­ ment (HUD) adopted a na­ tional building code for the homes. In 1980, Congress Engagements] Fox - Sidebotham to wed Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Fox of Hastings are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Karen Marie, to Raymond Earl, son of Phillip and Shirley Sidebotham of Middleville. Karen is an inside sales representative at Flexfab in Hastings and Ray works as a leadman at John Whitticomb in Grand Rapids. Both are 1988 graduates of Thornapple Kellogg High School and are currently working on their business management degrees. The wedding will take place June 22, 1991, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Caledonia. adopted the term “manufac­ tured home” to describe a house constructed in a factory with HUD codes. This program will help par­ ticipants decide whether manufactured housing is a viable housing alternative. Topics covered will include housing construction, floor plans, service and financing. Learn how to be a good con­ sumer when dealing with dif­ ferent home manufacturers, manufactured home dealers and manufactured home com­ munity owners. As a bonus, a panel of resource people will share exr periences of living in a manufactured home. “The manufactured homes have changed but the em­ phasis is still on ‘affor­ dable,’” explains Mona Ellard, program coordinator. “That’s why they appeal to families.” Pre-registration is required. To enroll contact the Eaton Cooperative Extension Office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Marty Martin (right) receives a certificate from Dick Dewees for completing a course in auctioneering and auction sales management. Local auctioneer completes course Col. Marty Martin of Stan­ ton’s Auctioneers, Vermont­ ville, has just returned from Kansas City, Mo., where he successfully completed the course in auctioneering and auction sales management at the Missouri Auction School. He received his diploma and the honorary title of col­ onel along with men and women auctioneers from throughout the United States and Canada. The concentrated two-week course is conducted by Missouri Auction School at the world’s largest auction training center located in the Kansas City Stockyards. His training included lectures and workshops featuring promi­ nent auctioneers from throughout America. He participated in selling numerous public auctions in Kansas City and nearby com­ munities in Missouri and Kansas. Subjectsrcovered included antique auctions, livestock, furniture, business liquida­ tions, real estate, rare coin, auto, machinery, general mer­ chandise, all types of estate auctions, and the rapid fire chant of the tobacco auctioneer. Garage Sale THREE FAMILY GARAGE SALE: April 18 thru 20. No early sales. 9am to 5pm. 1562 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville. For Sale Automotive Something To Think About DAVID D. ROSIER DIRECTOR BURIAL BENEFITS Many people are members of a lodge, fraternal group, or union that provides a lump-sum death benefit to pay funeral costs. These organizations have such "burial benefits” as one of their membership fringe benefits. The money can range from as low. as $100 to amounts covering the total costs, as in the case of many unions. If you are a member of such a group, or groups, you still may not know whether or not there are such benefits or what they amount to. Check now to find out. 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OcephEW HOURS: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1991 — Page 8 M.V. grads Elementary kids have 'rap' contest During March’s Reading Month Pam Hunt had a reading rap contest that in­ volved first through fourth graders and fifth-sixth grades. First, second and third place prizes were awarded to those reading raps that had 16 lines or more, rhythm and rhyme, and promoted reading. The following are the reading raps that were the winners: Hey, all you people in readi’ land Books are cool, so read ’em in your hand Da-da-da dut, da-da-da-dada So why don’t you try it And then you’ll see That readin is fun when you read with me Da-da-da dut, da-da-da-dada So now that you know that reading is cool and reading is rad Pick up that book And don’t be sad Da-da-da dut, da-da-da-dada I’m sure you know that reading is hip So turn those pages and don’t turn your lip Da-da-da dut, da-da-da-dada Thank you for listening, ’cause now our rap is done But keep on reading, cause reading is fun! Da-da-da dut, da-da-da-da- da. Yea! By Kimberly Knoll and Alexis Smith 1st place — Mrs. Long, 3rd grade Yo! It’s Sock-It-To-Me day And I’m here to say I have my rap And I’m hot today! Reading is fun In a major way Books are cool So stay in school! Reading is cool So don’t be a fool! Hey, you got to go with the flow Where the rhythm goes! Bums don’t read Cause they sleep! They probably Don’t catch a peep! Reading is as fun as can be Get hooked on a book today It surely will pay! P.S. Read on! Read on! By Kara Rathbum, Jenny Morehart and April Musser 2nd Place.— Mrs. Hansen, 4th grade Hello! It’s Sock-It-To-Me day And we’re here to say We’re on the mike And we’re not lazy! It’s Sock-It-To-Me day And we’re so crazy! If you don’t read You’re probably dumb And when you grow up You'll be a bum! NEED HELP? we do yard work, move boxes, crates, etc. we are raising money for LION'S ALL STATE BAND TRIP. We Will take donations for the work done. Call 726-0434 (Bill) 852-4750 (Ryan) CdRQUESTFilters Special Buy 2 Carquest Oil or Air Filters CETAHIPPACK FOR ONLY ... 99 Ends April 30 STANDARD KEN'S STANDARD SERVICE — VERMONTVILLE — earn degrees Like an M.C. I’m here to boast! Listen very close And you’ll get a dose! Reading is fun And if you read You’re not dumb So don’t just sit around And chew your gum! We’re leaving But we’ll be back soon! And when we come back We’ll be in Cancun By Brandon Phenix and Kevin Aspinall 3rdplace — Mrs. Hansen, 4th grade Reading Is Cool Reading is cool, so don’t be a fool You’ll be hooked if you read a book Reading is rad, read a book when you’re sad And you’ll be mighty glad You can read for the knowledge you need. You can go near so far, Maybe wish upon a star, From an ocean to a sea, to bees buzzing in a tree In a minute, in a day, You can travel to the Milky Way, So what do you say, Read a book today! By Bee Gee Garvey, 1st Place — Sandy Briggs class, 6th grade Yo everybody grab a book, It’s not that bad just take a look If you think this book looks bad Just read it, it might be rad Reading is the key Read a book and you’ll see I’ve often heard, That if you read you’re a nerd It’s not true People who say that belong in a zoo At last I say Read a book to make your day! By Scott Rooks — 2ndplace Mrs. Sandy Briggs class, 6th grade Yo. Read a book Get with the hook Reading is the key For you and me So read a book now And don’t have a cow Because readings for you and me You’re reading a book It’s going pretty fast So don’t quit now You’re having a blast Books are full of imagination And if you believe You can be in the book And never leave By Robb Rosin, 3rdplace Mrs. Sandy Briggs room, 6th grade atMSU Carleen Becraft and Robert Wood Jr. both graduated from Michigan State University Sunday, March 10. Carleen graduated from the veterinary technology pro­ gram and Bob graduated from the electrical technology program. Bob graduated with Honors and received the Outstanding Student Award for the elec­ trical techonology class. Both are graduates from Maple Valley High School. . Carleen is the daughter of Sue Becraft of Charlotte and Gary Becraft of Dimondale. Bob is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wood Sr. of Nashville. They are planning to be married Sept. 13 on Carleen’s grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Shaffer’s 50th wedding anniversary. Carleen Becraft and Robert Wood Jr. Latest donations, to Putnam Library The latest contributions to Putnam Pulic Library came recently in memory of Fred Swift by Elaine Cortina, Nellis Brownfield, Mr. and Mrs. Bon West, Beverly Groh, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Groh, Mr. and Mrs. John Moore, Nelson Rasey, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Rasey and family, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Todd and Ruth, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Todd, Mr. and Mrs. Orvin Moore, Mr. and Mrs. Don Shook, Fred Frith, Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Othmer and family, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Brodbeck, Unah Dingman, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kesler, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Green, Mr. and Mrs. Jonnie Morris, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Strodbeck, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Henney, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Kruger, and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Sebastian. Ruth Kennedy, Thelma Hackney, Mr. and Mrs. Brian Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Crothers, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Hefflebower, Boyd Barry, Lillian Vandecar, Jan Everett, Mr. and Mrs. Gayion Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. Gorden Henney, Mrs. Beatrice Rogers, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Powers, Mrs. Esther Long, Mr. and Mrs. Russ Kerbyson and John Serving Our Country Karol Kristline McArthur Karol Kristline McArthur, a 1990 graduate of. Maple Valley High School and daughter of Karen and Tom McArthur of Vermontville, recently enlisted in the United States Army’s Delayed Entry program for a six-year tour of duty as a X-ray specialist. She is scheduled to report for active duty on May 1, and is slated to receive her basic training at Fort Jackson, S.C., and her advanced individual training at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. • NOTICE • INFORMATIONAL MEETING on REPLACEMENT of BARBER ROAD BRIDGE OVER THE THORNAPPLE RIVER Farm ...on April 24, 1991 at 7:00 p.m. at the Castleton Township Hall in Nashville, Michigan. Representatives from the Barry County Road Commission and Castleton Township Board will be present to reply to questions and/or concerns. Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Township FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Chan­ nel Catfish, Perch, and Fathead Minnows. LAGGIS’ FISH FARM, INC., 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI 49055, Ph. (616)628-2056 days (616)624-6215 evenings. cI., \...iI.n g s Tomaszewski. Harold Dupuie, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Dusik and son Dan­ ny, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Head, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen DeGroote and families, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Henningsen, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Shook, Mr. and Mrs. Eaton Everett, Mr. and Mrs. Phil Everett, and Mr. and Mrs. Linden Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Elenbass, and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Strodbeck. A donation has been given in appreciation of Rod Cook by Richard A. Genther/Maple Valley Chapel. Donations to the refur­ bishing fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box 920, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names of donors and those named in gifts will be listed in the Maple Valley News. Names of donors will be listed in the book of con­ tributors and those named in gifts will be added to the Memorial Scroll. S a I n■ itar■■y Se.1 rvic- e, ■ a/.j | 945-4493 or 1-800-866-4493 Serving Hastings 4 Barry County Communities Since 1950 • 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings • COMMERCIAL ■ RESIDENTIAL • INDUSTRIAL Clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK UPS • MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS LANDFILL Open to Public Tuesdays and Saturdays 8-5 90 Gallon Kart Service Available �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, April 16. 1991 — Page 9 Obituaries Edith A. Jones w w S$i W W ‘ | ?£» ?*£» hJW h -.s's NASHVILLE Edith A. Jones, 100 of Nashville passed away Tuesday, April 9,1991 at Tendercare of Hastings. Mrs. Jones was bom May 18, 1890 in Blanchard, the daughter of Henry and Myrtle (Armstrong) Dixon. She was a long time resident ofthe Nash­ ville area spending her last two years at Tendercare and previ­ ously lived with her grand­ daughter, Shirley Thompson in Delton for eight years. She was married to Claude Jones January 19, 1907 in Nashville. He preceded her in death 1957. She was employed as a housekeeper most of her life working many years for Dr. Thomas Myers in Nashville. She also worked at the Nash­ ville Stamping Plant and the Lentz Table Factory, Nashvil­ le. She was a member of the Nashville Evangelical United Brethren Church, Nashville United Methodist Church, Nashville Garden Club and Nashville Cloverleaf Club. In her later years she attended McCallum United Brethren Church, Delton. Mrs. Jones is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Elwood and Mildred of Battle Creek; daughter-in-law, M. Leone Jones of Delton; seven grandchildren; many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a son, Emery E. Jones; two great granddaugh­ ters, Debora Jean Thompson and Jean Ann Thompson; two sisters, Nellie and Stell; two brothers, Bill and George. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 11 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville with Reverend Jerry Gallaway offi­ ciating. Burial was at Lake­ view Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Commission On Aging. Vern L Gutchess 'Util ■Hl jjj'isaa fefe JJSw JJS s is NASHVILLE Vern L. Gutchess, 82 of 334 Phillips Street, Nashville passed away Monday, April 8, 1991 at his residence. Mr. Gutchess was born June 7,1908 in Maple Grove Town­ ship, the son of Samuel and Matie (Sheldon) Gutchess. He was raised in Nashville and attended Hosmer Elementary and Nashville High School. He was married to Gladys Rogers December 27, 1933 in Angola, Indiana. He was employed at Eaton Manufac­ turing in Battle Creek for 34 years, retiring in 1974. Previ­ ously he farmed in Maple Grove Township for 20 years. He was a member ofAFL-CIO in Battle Creek and the Nash­ ville Assembly ofGod Church. Mr. Gutchess is survived by his wife, Gladys; 2 sons, Robert of Orlando, West Virginia and John of Battle Creek; a daughter, Karen Cann of Commercial Point, Ohio; two brothers, Von of Battle Creek and Don of Charlotte; six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by five sisters, Alice, Grace, Vesta, Doris and Velma; two brothers, Ray and Victor. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 11 at the Nashville Assembly of God Church with Reverend Robert Taylor officiating. Burial was at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Assembly of God Church. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. 'J* AiMMhal !u , >*■ takh VicjQfd ■ tail»fcittatajHijltaki iftajduta Ii &W.!ijbi III WlWsiIf®! ] Kplnrita _J atariijrt w tefitdiiell^V*! h tatted If WiWi» titaalte®!0 iWdjHIfMik I* .fafiilW HOWlW5 PLACEMENT Fuller St. School Wednesday, April 17 Chili/crackers, pickle spears, mixed fruit, combread. Thursday, April 18 Tacos/chips, lettuce/cheese, pear, jelly EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENTS' DO OUR OWN WORK RICHARD J. EWING OWNER GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available <** ;5 <* (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLt sandwich. Friday, April 19 Hotdog/bun, tater tots, fresh fruit, pudding. Monday, April 22 French toast/syrup, sausage links, raisins, juice. Tuesday, April 23 Spaghetti/cheese, peas, pear, whole wheat roll. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost, A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Wednesday, April 17 ♦Salad, ♦Tacos, lettuce/cheese, sheell, corn, applesauce. Thursday, April18 ♦Salad, *Lasagna, ♦Tuna Sandwich, peas, cocktail, roll and butter, salad bar. Friday, April 19 ♦Salad, *Hamburger/bun, ♦Cheeseburger/bun, tater rounds, cherry sauce. Monday, April 22 ♦Salad, *Pizza, com, fruit juice. Tuesday, April 23 ♦Salad, ♦Hamburger gravy, mashed potatoes butter, ♦Com dog,- pears, rolland butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Barry County COA lunch menu set Wednesday, April 17 Spaghetti, wax beans, California blend, cookie. Thursday, April 18 Chuck roast, cabbage, mashed potatoes, bread, pudding. Friday, April 19 Turkey rice casserole, broc­ coli, mixed veggies, plums. Monday, April 22 Beef pepper steak with gravy, baked potatoes, green beans, bread, pineapple. Tuesday, April 23 Shepard’s pie, mashed potatoes, bread, jello. Events Wednesday, April 17 Nashville, blood- pressure; Hastings, matinee; Delton, Margaret Reid and her music. Thursday, April 18 Nashville, bingo. Friday, April 19 Nashville, birthday party, popcorn. Monday, April 22 Hastings, bingo and popcorn; Nashville, video on wills. Tuesday, April 23 - All sites puzzles. 4-H leader training offered by Eaton County Extension A special training session will be offered to Eaton Coun­ ty 4-H leaders Monday, April 29, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. This session, “Steps to Suc­ cess” is for all 4-H leaders. “Steps to Success” will in­ clude Leader’s Roles and Responsibilities, Club Management. Setting Goals, Fun at 4-H Meetings, Project Resosurces, Finances and Fund-raising, New Handouts for Club Officers, Refreshments and Door Prizes. Register by calling the Ex­ tension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594 on or- before Wednesday, April 24. Each registered leader will receive a gift. Community Action Day planned by Capital Area Services April 30 Capital Area Community Services Inc. will sponsor the fourth annual Eaton County Community Action Day April 30, 1991 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Americaan Legion Hall, 1000 W. Lawrence in Charlotte. Other humaan service pro­ viders will join CACS, bring­ ing information about their programs to the community. “Community Action Day” was attended by more than 650 people last year. Those interested in receiv­ ing a new commodity food card for the 1991-1992 surplus food distribution should attend to obtain their cards. Individuals who wish to receive commodities for the first time should also apply. There will also be a distribu­ tion of FEM A Food on that day. Commodity (surplus) Foods are provided to Capital Area Barry County Extension n Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin,, sex or handicap: April 17 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Nitrate Testing Clinic — call Extension Office for more information, 948-4862. April 19-21 - 4-H Shooting Sports Workshop, Kettunen Center. April 19-21 - 4-H Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and Youth Experience Action (YEA), Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Comers. April 22 - Extension Advisory Board, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Livestock Market Report (For Thursday, April 11) NFO Collection Points Clarksville and Saranac Jim Stebbins at (616) 693­ 2449. Community Services by the USDA for distribution. One must have a new blue card in order to receive commodities during the June distribution. Anyone unemployed, underemployed, living on a fixed income or receiving public assistance, you may qualify. This is also the time to leant about other community ser­ vices. Information booths will be available on employment, health, housing, preschool programs, services for senior citizens, community informa­ tion and referral and many other services. Community leaders, concerned citizens and consumers are encourag­ ed to attend. For more informaation, call the Eaton County Action Center (543-5465) or the Eaton County Senior Citizen Office (543-6075). Help Wanted EARN MONEY Reading books! $30,000/y r. Income potential.. Detials (1) 805-962-8000 ExL Y-6574. POSTAL JOBS $11.41 to $14.90/hr. For exam and appli­ cation information call 219-769-6649 ext MI 168 8am to 8pm 7 days. All grade of cows $1.03 Holstein Choice Steers $1.19 Good Holstein Steers $1.09 Choice Beef Steers $1.21 Good Beef Steers $1.11 (Cattle Sold on dressed weight at packing plant). For more information, call STANTON’S (517)726-0181 M4 south rnhin street MERMOHT'JIILE. MICHIC4H 49096 n/isHMiue •Just $19,900 *3 bedroom home with family room and fireplace •Needs work — but lots of potential (V-54) •Thornapple Lake - 2 bedroom year-round home •Large screened porch, newer seawall (M-36) •Land contract terms L-94. APPROX. 4 ACRES *10 acres - 4 bedroom home ‘Living room and family room ‘Large garage ‘Nice country property! (CH-107) *20 acres with large pond •Lovely large home with 2 baths, 2 kitchens, family room, garage •Nice deck overlooks pond (CH-106) of land with trees. Well, septic and electric already in. Paved road location I 330 ACRE FARM with two homes and complete set of buildings located near Muskegon WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES AND NEED YOUR LISTING. PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. THINKING OF SELLING AT AUCTION OR LISTING CONVENTIONALLY? PLEASE CALL US SO YOUR PROPERTY CAN BE MARKETED PROPERLY IN 1991! Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Cindy Doolittle 726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARSI �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1991 — Page 10 Lion track team fourth at Middleville Co-ed Relays The Maple Valley boys and girls track teams joined forces on Friday for the Middleville Coed Relays, with the result a strong fourth-place finish for the Lions. Maple Valley took fifth place in the opening relay, the 6400, as Cheri Sessions, Tom Snyder, Cindy Furlong and Steve Ainsworth ran a 22:26.1. Then the Lions 800 relay team of Ron Merrill, Jennifer Phenix, Jeff Moore and Janet Boldrey grabbed a first place medal in a time of 1:43.5. Winning a fourth-place medal was the 3200 relay unit of Aaron Patrick, Mindy Sharp, Scott Casteele and Tammy Ashley in a time of 9:39.6. In the 1600 special relay event, the Lions’ Retha Byrd, Casteele, Boldrey and Moore turned in a winning time of 4:08.4. Maple Valley placed fifth in the middle distance event in 2:57.9. The team consisted of Ashley, Merrill, Phenix and Snyder. In the final running event of the day, the Lions took a close second to eventual meet champion Wayland in a time of 4:03.1. Maple Valley also won two medals in the field events. Scott Casteele and Tracy Kangas combined for a second-place finish in the discus, throwing 235-10. In the long jump, Moore and Boldrey combined to leap 33-8, good for third place. MV softball team wins season opener 8-3 Thursday the Maple Valley softball team defeated B.C. St. Phillip 8-3 in the season opener. Sara Degroot held the Tigers to 3 runs on 5 hits, while committing three er­ rors. The Lions scored their first run on a walk to Anna Goodrich and a double by Jody Almstead. In the third inning, Maple Valley took the lead on three runs. In the fourth the Lions add­ ed three more runs to give themselves some breathing room. To end the scoring the Lions scored one more in the sixth. Tina Snedger was two for five; Jody Olmstead, two for three; Deb Joostberns, two for three, and Angie Felder, Kayli Orman and Janel Hansen all had singles. Tina Snedejar, Jody Olmstead and Deb Joostberns all collected two hits apiece to pace the Lion offense. Maple Valley will have a busy week ahead of it, travell­ ing to Middleville tonight, Athens Wednesday and enter­ taining Pennfield on Friday. Shaun Thompson named Rookie of the Year Shaun Thompson Former Maple Valley basketball star Shaun Thomp­ son is on his way to becoming an outstanding player in the MIAA college basketball conference. Only a freshman, Thomp­ son earned a starting position on the Olivet College Varsity basketball team and started all 25 games of the season. He has ended his first season by being named Rookie of the Year and has received his first college varsity letter. Last season, Thompson led the state of Michigan in scor­ ing, averaging 32.6 points per game and was Maple Valley’s first ever all state (first team) basketbaall selection. Thompson led his MV Lion team to its first SMAA cham­ pionship title in five years while breaking five MV team records. Thompson himself broke six MV individual school records in basketball. Thompson brought a great deal of public exposure and Maple Valley's Scott Casteele rips loose a discus toss during Friday's Middleville Coed Relays. Casteele teamed with Tracy Kangas to grab second place in the event. The Lions finished fourth overall. pride to the Maple Valley community by way of radio Athlete of the Week (twice), channel 10 TV Athlete of the Week, channel 41 TV all star team selection, and the Lans­ Only eight area wrestlers ing State Journals fabulous five team. All were firsts for qualified for regional meets at district tournaments on any MV baasketball player.. This season Thompson led Saturday. At the regional meet, the his Olivet Comet team in scor­ ing with 387 points averaging top four wrestlers in each 15.5 points per game. The on­ weight chart get to continue ly freshman in the league to on to state finals at East Kent­ make the top twenty scoring wood High School on Saturlist, Thompson finished 7th day, April 27th. The 8 year old and under averaging 16.6 points per game in league contest. He group do not continue on to also led the team in steals with state competition. Those ad39, he compiled 46 assists, vancing by medaling Saturwas 77% from the free throw day, April 13th are: 8 years old and under: line, second on the team in blocked shots and shot 49% Jonathon Thompson, third from beyond the three point place; Matt Thorne, 3rd stripe. place; and Zachary Trumble, stripe. In two different college second place. 9 and 10 year olds: Kyle tournaments, at Denison University and at the Marshall Optimist Tournament, Thompson was selected to the all tournament teams and nominated MIAA Athlete of • PHONE • the Week in December. More (517) recently, Thompson received honorable mention for the 726-0519 MIAA all conference team. Eight wrestlers qualify for regional tourney Lackscheide, third place. 11 and 12 years old: Ryan Elliston, third place; Tyler Robbins, second place; David Taylor, fourth place; and Patrick Lowe, fourth place. TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 Fassett Body Shop AKLA Drive a Deere Come in and drive a sew John Deere 40- to 100-hp 55-Series Tractor during Demo Days. Compare features...compare John Deere performance, value and reliability. One drive and you'll know why more farmers are choosing John Deere power. Drive Home g, Deal Right now we’re offering special prices and attractive financing alternatives on our new 40- to 100-hp tractors. There’s never been a better time to buy a new John Deere tractor. Stop in today and drive home your best deal. JOHN DEERE THORNARPLE VALLEY LEADERSHIPATWORK' — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M°Ridya;hru COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Wanted WANTED military items. Patches, badges, medals, uniforms, Randall knives, contact 517-852-1688. Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml HEARTWORM TESTING Medication and vaccines—Dog or Cat NASHVILLE FIRE HALL Wednesday 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday 1 to 3 p.m. THROUGH MAY 18 ONLY For the Ark Mobile Veterinary Unit next to Fire Hall — All other times for surgery, treatments, or testing by appointment — Please call 616-792-9500. We are trying to establish quality and convenient small animal care at affordable prices — your support is appreciated. Dr. Larry Julius �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16. 1991 — Page 11 This Week in Lansing — By State Rep. Frank Fitzgerald ^WtaJL" t tot* Ifofe TOO1S lb‘•suai hoia ’^stoui WWWHW ■titi WiMkSh WfeK b(W- ttttkiiiM weimift i hi me, M Hi. telMMII New laws... Extension of Benton Har­ bor Enterprise Zone (P.A. 80). The state’s only “enter­ prise zone” has been extend­ ed to July, 1994. In a pilot ef­ fort to revitalize Benton Har­ bor, commercial and industrial property will receive favorable tax treatment, a city revolving fund will be available for loans to capitalstarved small businesses, and an economic development plan must be formulated and implemented. Regulation of Check Sales by Telegraph Companies (P.A. 81). Sales of money orders and traveler’s checks by telegraph companies will now be regulated under the same state law which governs similar transactions made by financial institutions. Licensing of Credit Ser­ vices Organizations (P.A. 82). Credit assistance businesses, with the purpose of improving clients’ credit records, are springing up around Michigan. This law requires the licensing and regulation of such firms in an effort to discourage fraudulent offers of credit services to vulnerable consumers. Filling Township Vacan­ cies (P.A. 83). this election law amendment authorizes boards of county election commissioners to make tem­ porary appointments to a township board ifone or more vacancies has reduced the number of township board members to less than a quorum needed for the tran­ saction of business. County Parks and Recrea­ tion Commission Amend­ ment (P.A. 849. Now county planning commissions may designate a member other than the chairperson to serve on a couty parks and recreation commission. Title Transfer of Damag­ ed Vehicle (P.A. 86, 96). This package clarifies the pro­ cedure that an insurance com­ pany must follow to acquire a severely damaged vehicle it had insured — and exempts the transaction from the state use tax. Excluding Comprehensive Coverage from Auto In­ surance Merit Rating (P.A. 88). Auto insurance “merit rating” surcharges will only be applied to coverages that are related to driving ex­ perience, such as collision and personal injury. This amend­ ment rightly excludes com­ prehensive coverage of auto fire, theft and vandalism from merit rating plans of insurers. Seat Belt for Children in Back Seat (P.A. 90). Children aged 4 to 16 are re­ quired to wear available seat belts in the rear seat, as well as the front seat, of a vehicle. No longer will non-resident drivers be exempt from the re­ quired use of child restraint systems for children under age four. Biweekly Mortgage Pay­ Jobs Wanted ment Accounts (P.A. 94). Michigan’s usury law had WANTED: Lawn mowing jobs in Maple Valley area. Call made it difficult for some 852-9191. Maple Valley girls tracksters defeats Bellevue Maple Valley girls varsity track team won their first dual meet of the year this last Wednesday 85 to 43 over Bellevue. Taking first in their events were Janet Boldrey in the long jump, 100 meter dash, 200 meter dash and 400 meter dash; Tracy Kangas in the shot-put and discus; Jennifer Phenix in the high and low hurdles; Tammy Ashley in the 800 meter run; Retha Byrd in the high jump. The two mile relay team of Amy Kipp, Ashley, Cindy Furlong and Mindy Shoup also took first as did the mile relay team of Ashley, Shoup, Kipp and Phenix. The Lions will travel to St. Philip for a dual meet on Wednesday and on Saturday will go to Wyoming to run in the Godwin Heights Wolverine Relays. gLENN 7 MARY .. THE OUTPOST ' WE NOW HAVE... . banks to automatically deduct mortgage payments on a biweekly schedule, by limiting such withdrawal plans to interest-bearing ac­ counts. Now payments may be deducted from borrowers’ non-interest-bearing checking accounts. Election Law Amend­ ments (P.A. 95). An aggriev­ ed candidate may petition the county board of canvassers for a special election if a defect in a voting machine has prevented the casting of enough votes to affect the out­ come of the election. Also, the processing and tallying of absent voter ballots may now begin at 7 a.m. of the day of an election rather than 8 a.m. Registration of Pickup Campers (P.A. 98). An estimated 25,000 pickup campers — non-motorized recreational vehicles without wheels that rest on the back ends of pickup trucks — are owned by Michigan citizens. In order to help law enforce­ ment agencies and financial institutions identify such vehicles and their owners, pickup campers will have to be registered after January 1, 1991. Annual Township Meeting Referendum OP.A. 101). A recent change in state law has allowed township boards to forego the traditional annual meeting where citizens are asked to approve proposed salaries for township officials. Because of concerns express­ ed by township residents, this amendment lowers the re­ quired number of signatures • wet Burritos....... ’2.75 • Shakes ................ .$1.60 151 S. Main Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-1000 OURS: Mon. thru Thurs. 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.. , COB0 M Mftg & w# Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. uc. «i748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS K AH KB Do-it-yourself • 11A” 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 F.j 1 I yI Thank You CARD OF THANKS We the family of Maynard Tucker wish to express our appreciation for the many kind­ nesses shown us during the sick­ ness and passing ofour husband and father. Many thanks to our family and friends for their kind acts. We thank Dr. Wildem, Dr. DenHartog and Dr. Atkinson for their caring concern. We will always remember the Pennock Hospital staff for their tender loving care to Maynard. We are thankful for Rev. Kell­ er and Rev. Curtis and their spir­ itual support during Maynard’s long illness. A special thanks to Mr. Wren. Last of all how helpful were the people of Hospice who came to our home and helped us care for Maynard. Thank you. We are most grateful to each of you. Helen Tucker Elaine and John Gradowski Eileen and Phil Higbee CARD OF THANKS Thank You: Golden moments for care given our mother during her stay with you; Pennock Hospital doctors and nurses for treatment and care during her illness; Nashville and Mercy Ambulances for courtesy and kindness; Tendercare nursing home for yourexcellent care; Dr. Hildebrandt and Dr. Weather­ head for your visits to Tender­ care; Koops Funeral Home of Lake Odessa for your special kindness ;The Reverend Robert Kersten of Woodland United Methodist Church for your very comforting words; Organist, Mrs. Vivian Rairigh for the beautiful hymns; Ladies from the Woodland Methodist Church for the delicious luncheon. To all who visited, sent flow­ ers and cards, we, the family of Arlie Slocum thank you so much. God bless. Garth and LaVona Slocum and family Dorothy (Slocum) Karrar and family Vernon and Helen (Slocum) Karrar and family — from five percent of all electors to five percent for those who voted for super­ visor in the last election — to place on the ballot the ques­ tion ofwhether to hold an an­ nual meeting. Construction Permit Ap­ plication Fees (P.A. 103, 105, 106). Fees for construc­ tion of solid hazardous waste disposal facilities must now be set by statute, and approved by the legislature, before such fees could be raised by the Joint Committee on Ad­ ministrative Rules. Intermediate School District (ISD) Bonding Authority (P.A. 107). Until this amendment, intermediate school districts could use money from the sale of bonds only for equipment kept on ISD property. Adjusting to new educational technology, P.A. 107 allows ISD’s to pur­ chase and install off-site telecommunications and in­ teractive audio visual equip­ ment. Cooperative telecom­ munications programs will re- quire approval of a majority of the constituent districts within an ISD. Game Management Flex­ ibility (P.A. 108). The Natural Resources Commis­ sion is authorized to regulate the taking of a second deer by firearm during the hunting season, based on the game management needs in par­ ticular regions. Trying New Voting Technology (P.A. 109). The State Board of Canvassers is authorized to test and approve new electronic voting systems for use by local governmental units. Conservation Officer Retirement (P.A. 110, 119). Department of Natural Resources conservation of­ ficers will receive improved retirement benefits, semilar to those provided to State Police officers. Limited Partnership Fil­ ing Charge (P.A. 111). Limited partnerships doing business under assumed names no longer must file with county clerks, as they already are required to file their names with the Michigan Department of Commerce, Computerized Tax Rolls (P.A. 112). Upon the written authorization of the state tax commission and state treasurer, local tax collection units will be allowed to com­ puterize their tax rolls. Also included in this act are several requirements aimed at safeguarding the integrity of tax records. Disposal of Waste Oil (P.A. 114-116). This package prohibits the disposal of used oil by discharge into the ground, water or drainage systems. The Department of Natural Resources will be responsible for: enforcing violations of dumping restric­ tions; designating and approv­ ing collection facilities and containers for used oil; and developing a comprehensive oil recycling plan by July 1, 1991. Hoefler, Lions stymie St. Philip in opener Senior hurler Jason Hoefler and his Maple Valley team­ mates blanked St. Philip 11-0 on Thursday in the season opener. Hoefler allowed just two hits as the Lions prevailed in the five-inning mercy rule contest. No St. Philip runner reached second base. MV coach Mike Booher said that when his team plays well in all phases ofthe game, it is tough to beat. “It was an excellent start,” Booher said. “We got good hitting, good pitching and good defensive play.” “They really didn’t have a chance.” The Lions pounded out 13 hits and did not commit an er­ ror. Levi Schantz led the Maple Valley offensive at­ tack, going 3-3 with three r.b.i. and three stolen bases. John Shank also hit well, finishing 2-2. The Lions travel to Mid­ dleville tonight for a non­ league contest. Maple Valley will visit archrival Pcnnfield on Friday for a doubleheader. Applications being taken for a... DAY COOK at... The North Inn Restaurant 1005 Tupper Lake St., Lake Odessa • (616) 374-7533 • Drywall A Shingles olobI^^V . 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The MapleVolley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 39 — Tuesday. April 23. 1991 M.V. Senior-Youth Forum bridges generation gap by Susan Hinckley The “generation gap,” often blamed for communica­ tions difficulties between youngsters and oldsters, was bridged beautifully last week at Maple Valley High School. Some 65 National Honor Society students met with about 20 senior citizens Tues­ day for four hours of enlightenment and entertainment. The occasion was the fourth annual Senior-Youth Forum, sponsored jointly by the local chapter ofNHS and the Maple Valley-Lakewood Community Education program. Each year, area retirees are invited See forum, on page 5 Vermontville Chamber planning annual yard sale fundraiser J-Ad Graphics News Service A yard sale in which Vermontville residents are asked to take part as sellers as well as donors of goods has been set by the local Chamber of Commerce for Saturday, May IL Ricki Hill, treasurer, said the organization is hoping local residents will conduct sales in their own yards and garages, as well as donate items to the Chamber for its fund-raiser fund-raiser at a location come first-served basis. Those behind the Vermontville setting up in the park are ask­ Hardware. ed to make a $2 donation to Items can be donated up to the Chamber, which can be the day ofthe sale, and pickup left with Douglas Durkee at will be arranged for most the hardware. items, if desired. Otherwise, Hill said it is hoped that all goods may be dropped off at householders who conduct the hardware. sales that day also will con­ Besides residential sales, in­ tribute $2 to the Chamber to dividuals may also conduct help defray the cost of adver­ sales in the village park adja­ tising. In the past only those cent to the hardware store, but See Yard Sale, on page 2 setups there will be on a first- Hildred Peabody of Vermontville was one of the older generation who helped "bridge the gap" through discussion. Fun on tap for Vermontville's 51st Maple Syrup Festival by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A bountiful season’s harvest of maple syrup will be celebrated in Vermontville this weekend with a full slate of activities in the com­ munity’s 51st annual Maple Syrup Festival. Scheduled for April 26-28, the festival will give local pro­ ducers an opportunity to show and sell their top quality syrup and related products to thousands of visitors expected to attend. The festival is sponsored by the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation. Again this year it will feature a variety of attrac­ tions, including a talent show, parades, arts and crafts exhibit, musical entertainment, dancing, sporting events and demonstrations, along with a carnival and plenty of eats. Pancakes and sausage, the perennial festival favorite, will be served all day Satur­ day and most of Sunday by the Maple Valley Band Boosters at the Vermontville fire sta­ tion, and Friday night, Satur­ day and most of Sunday by the American Legion at their hall above the bank. In addition, several other menus will be offered. The local Lions Club will sponsor a chicken barbecue Saturday and Sunday on Main Street; the First Congregational See Maple, on page 4 Vermontville's 1990 Maple Syrup Festival Queen Tina Yost (back) will crown successor Holli Hale at 11 a.m. Saturday. Later, the outgoing queen and the new queen and her court will ride in the Grand Parade. This scene from last year's event shows the 1990 royalty: (from left) Sarah Simpson, Kayli Orman, Beth Ewing, queen. Everybody loves a parade, and there will be ।□ lot to love about the 1991 Vermontville Syrup Festival event. A new entry will be a Shrine Club Harley-Davidson motorcycle drill team. This file photo shows a band of Oakland County clown entertaining a past Festival crowd. Queen Tina Yost and Dana Cole, alternate �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1991 — Page 2 ********* ****************** Yard sale, continued from front REAL ESTATE Serving you is our business for all your real estate needs who had their addresses listed in advertising placed by the Chamber have contributed. “It is getting to be quite costly (to advertise in three papers)’’ said Hill. “We would appreciate a $2 dona­ tion from everyone. ” She explained that anyone having a sale in Vermontville that day benefits from the ads. Those who wish their ad­ dresses listed in a Maple Valley News ad should call Hill at 726-0282 or Durkee at 726-1121 by May 1. Ads not listing addresses but announc­ ing the sale will be placed in the Hastings Reminder and the Charlotte Shopper, noted Hill. MjM'-5 . M«nr«r» 4-H volunteers and members are reminded to complete any new 4-H enroll­ ment forms by the May 1 deadline. Enrollments are available at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office in Charlotte. Youth with completed registrations are eligible to take part in a wide variety of summer 4-H events and pro­ grams. Call 543-2310 or 372-5594 for more information. Welcome to the ... /gy ELSIE E. WOLEVER — Broker — Res. Phone (517) 726-0637 4-H enrollment deadline is May 1 126 S. Main, Nashville ille Office Phone (517) 852-1501 -1501 Congratulations on your 51st Annual Maple Syrup Festival Garage Sale VERY LARGE 4 family garage sale. Friday 26th, Saturday 27th, 9am to 6pm. Womens clothes 7 to 12, childrens clothes newborn to size 14, toys, Home Interiors, . lots and lots of extras. 1H miles east .ile west east of ofNashville, Nashville, 11 m mile west of of Sweetwater’s Party Store at 10538 Nashville Hwy. Scotts will celebrate golden anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Scott will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house hosted by their family Sunday, April 28, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Maple Grove Township Hall, south village limits of Nashville. Phillip Scott and Sara Gearhart were married April 26, 1941, at the home of her parents by the Rev. William Joppie, uncle of the bride. Attendants were Josephine Cowell, sister of the bride, and Mearle Scott Jr., brother of the groom. Jean Gearhart, sister-in-law of the bride, played the wedding music. The day after their marriage the couple returned to their farm on Thornapple Lake Road, where they still reside and are actively engaged in farming. Phillip and Sara have three sons, six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and three stepgrandchil­ dren. The sons, Barry of Milwaukee and Brian and Bradley of Nashville, extend an invitation to the neighbors, friends and relatives of their parents to help them celebrate their once-in-a-lifetime event. Visitors' presence are the only gifts desired. Congratulations ... VERMONTVILLE on your — 51st Annual MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL If you get hungry for good Mercury Sales & Service Sylvan Fishing Boats Sylvan Pontoon Boats home cooking during the festival... we are only 5 miles away in Nashville [outboards" ★ OPEN 7 DAVS A WEEK 6 AM to 8 PM ★ Wheeler’s Marine 113 N. Main Street — Nashville SOUTH M-66 — NASHVILLE Phone - 517-852-9609 Phone 852-1851 �The News. Nashville. Helping Hands THE NEIGHBORLY WAY! Eaton Federal has been a part of your community for over 54 years.., In that time, we’ve been able to assist a great many people with financial needs of all kinds. 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There were 100 last year, but that in­ cluded 40 past (syrup festival) queens” who were special guests in the 1990 parade in honor of the golden anniver­ sary of the festival. There will be no shortage of queens this year, either. Besides reigning Queen Hale and her court and outgo­ ing Queen Yost, the parade will feature Michigan Maple Syrup Queen Dawn Zechlin of Centerville; the Michigan Lions Club White Cane Queen; Charlotte Frontier Days Queen Brenda Berkompas; the Ionia ‘Free Fair Queen; Miss Michigan America Co-Ed Queen An­ drea Stuart of Union Lake; and Miss Branch County, 8-year-old Andrea Arredondo of Union City. Five different Shrine organizations will entertain parade-watchers in Vermont­ ville Saturday. Mini-500 racers and Mini-T’s (miniature “Model T” Fords) will be driven by two Battle Creek clubs, while an Eaton County club will enter the Mini-50 miniature motor­ cycles. Full-sized HarleyDavidson motorcycles will be seen in the Shriner’s Desert -Maple Valley Athletic Boosters - Sheiks* Drill Team from the Kalamazoo area. This is a new entry this ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA S year, said Martin. The ETHURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.B Shriners’ Elf Khurafeh S Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 Jj Nomads, an oriental band iiimmiiiaaiaimiiiiiiiiA from the Lansing area, also is Church will serve cafeteria­ style roast beef dinners Saturday, and the United Methodist Church will offer barbecued chicken Saturday. The 1991 Vermontville Syrup Festival kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Friday with a talent show on the Main Street stage. Barb Musser is chair­ woman. The winners will repeat their performances on stage Saturday at 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Also Friday night, starting at 4 p.m.,, Crown Amusements will offer six hours of fun for just $7 — the price for unlimited admission to any rides during that time. The carnival rides and attrac­ tions will be on hand throughout the extended weekend. The Rev. Richard Young of Vermontville United Methodist Church will open official activities Saturday with a 9:30 a.m. invocation on the Main Street stage. Greetings by Village President Sue Villanueva, local Chamber of Commerce Presi­ dent Don Mulvany, and' Maple Syrup Corporation President Gene Fisher will follow. Holli Hale, 1991 Vermont­ ville Maple Syrup Queen, will be crowned by last year’s queen, Tina Yost, in an 11 a.m. ceremony on stage. Albert and Mary Bell of Nashville, longtime syrup producers, will be introduced as 1991 Honored Citizens and | BINGO | j3S3S3«3S3S3SSS3S3S3S3S3SSSSS3HSXXX36SSHS36SS3K3»3S3HBSXSS3S3M Special BINGO SATURDAY, APRIL 27 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Prizes include s300 Jackpot Giveaway • Large Stereo System • 7 Special Balls for Choice from Prize Table • CASH ! Sponsored by... Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Proceeds go towards the new Maple Valley Track slated to appear. Another drill team, making a popular repeat performance this year, is the Barry County 4-H’ers K-9 Klub. The dogs and their handlers “did really well last year,’’ said Martin. Music for the parade will come from the Maple Valley Senior and Junior High bands; the Maple Valley Community Band, and the Glen Erin Bagpipe Band of Michigan. Other entries include a group of Dutch dancers from Zeeland High School, a Thunderbird car club from Flint, antique tractors and trucks, and “Shag Nasty,” a favorite Lansing-area clown. Floats also will be featured in the parade. This year there will be two different types of awards for floats: one will include monetary prizes for units entered by area youths, while the second will be non­ monetary awards in five categories of floats by business places and out-of­ town interests. The youths will compete for first, second and third place prizes of $100, $75 and $50. “We are trying to en­ courage more float competi­ tion in the parade, because people love floats,” said Martin. She said many hours of volunteer work go into the youth floats. A children’s parade, with the theme “Sweetness in Fan­ tasyland," is set for 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Gene and Mary Fisher have charge of that event. A “Cooking with Maple Syrup” contest is a new addi­ tion to this year’s lineup. It has been held at earlier festivals, but not in recent times. All entries must contain maple syrup or maple sugar. The six categories are candy and maple sugar, cakes, cookies, pies, breads and miscellaneous. A contestant Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Holli Hale (center) and her court will be presented at the annual festival Saturday. Serving on the court are (back row, from left) Leigh Stine, alternate Queen; Dawn Brand, (and front, from left) Amanda Rugg and Kelly Endsley, may enter one item in each category if desired; a recipe or list of ingredients must ac­ company each. Entries must be registered by noon Friday at Maple Manor. Judging will take place that afternoon and ex­ hibits will remain on display until 4 p.m. Sunday. Lorna Wilson, chair­ woman, stresses that the con­ test is open to everyone, not just syrup producers, and all ages are welcome to par­ ticipate, although no allowance for age will be made in judging. The popular arts and crafts show, which each year at­ tracts a steady stream of browsers and buyers to Maplewood Elementary School, will be held all day Saturday and until 4 p.m. Sunday. Hildred Peabody, coor­ dinator ofthe exhibit, said she expects about 150 vendors. Entry donations of 25 cents | | ®JS3S3S3S36X3S3S3H»SS3«3SSS3S36SSSS3SS6SS363S3«3SSS3«3S3MS3S3SSK Maple Valley Community Education is offering a lat­ chkey training for fourth, fifth and sixth graders Tuesday, April 30, from 3:15 to 5:30 p.m. at the Maple Valley High School auditorium. Guest speakers will be Sgt. Rick Wahl from the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department, John Truba, EMT with Hayes Green Beach Hospital, and Mona Ellard and Connie VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............. 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wednesday: AWANA............ 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meetin .... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ....... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study........... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR f i 18322651 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . . 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School 9:45 A.M. Service .... 11 P.M. Service .............. 7 Wed. Service....... ...7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ....... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship.............. 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship ....................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN M ETTLER Union church services will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday at First Congregational Church. Afternoon activities will in­ clude competition in arm wrestling, wood chopping, egg tossing, pig catching, and an antique chain saw demonstration. Campers will have facilities at Ponderosa Campground south of the village, A trolley will run from downtown to the camping area both Saturday and Sunday. Local syrup producers will sell their wares at stands in the village throughout the weekend. In addition to pure maple syrup offered in attrac­ tive containers in a variety of sizes, homemade maple sugar, candy and cream will be available. । Dickinson's Craft SI)oto $ APRIL 26, 27, 28 Theunick, Eaton Cooperative Extension Agents. They will cover such topics as staying home alone, handling emergencies, first aid and preparing nutritious after­ school snacks. Advance registration is re­ quired. Call Kay Hartzler at Maple Valley Community Education at 852-9275 for more information. Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH will go to the Opera House fund to help buy stage and window curtains for the recently refurbished building. The Opera House will be open all day Saturday. The Thomapple Valley Dulcimer Society will perform there at 3 p.m., followed by the Maple Valley Jazz Band. A dance band will play at the Opera House from 8 to 11 p.m. Admittance donations will go to the building refurbishing fund. Other festival attractions in­ clude entertainment by the Com Cob Cloggers, Al’s One Man Variety Band, a petting zoo for children, tours of the local history museum in Ver­ montville’s old academy, and syrup-making demonstrations at Maple Manor. Latchkey program offered April 30 MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA j from front page 202 Round Lake, Vermontville, MI TIME OF SHOWS Friday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. I and 11 OW I I PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship . Sun. School .. .9:30 a.m. 1:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service .............. 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. April 23, 1991 — Page 5 Senior citizen Nelson Rasey of Nashville shared his thoughts with students at the Senior-Youth foru m. Gospel selections were offered by the Horizon Gospel Quartet, led by Ed Smith (right). Others (from left) are Stan Graham, Joe Andrews and Maple Valley Superintendent Dr. Ozzie Parks. At the piano is Dr. Park's wife, Ruth. The Old Timers musical group played lively music to entertain the Senior-Youth Forum audience. Group members are (from left) "Pete" Dull, Joe Andrews and Doris (Dull) Catlin. fimT / Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival ★ DANCE * April 27 • 8 to 11 p.m. “NO SECRET BAND” Opera House — Donations No smoking, drinking or food allowed. Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. Owner — Diana Kuempel 852-9481 ! to join the students for a time of getting acquainted and sharing thoughts and experiences. The event is staged from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the high school library, and includes a potluck lunch served there. After registration and welcomes are completed, the forenoon is* devoted to two discussion periods in which individal groups of youths sit down with retirees to discuss various topics. The afternoon is devoted to entertainment. “It is really a neat day,” said Kay Hartzler, Communi­ ty Education Director, one of the organizers. She said many of the senior citizens par­ ticipating in the program have grandchildren attending Maple Valley Schools. Among the topics listed for consideration Tuesday were education yesterday and to­ day; recreation and other ac­ tivities; Middle East affairs; vacations and trips; use of leisure time; and technology in today’s schools and society. piscussion, however, is not limited to these topics. There is a free give and take of infor­ mation, questions and answers coming from both sides of the table. Entertainment after lunch was provided by The Old Timers, a trio comprised of Joe Andrews on violin, Ray­ mond “Pete” Dull on banjo, and Doris (Dull) Catlin on guitar. They played many old­ time favorites, ranging from polkas to hymns. “You are a good-looking bunch of students,” Dull told the youngsters in the au­ dience. “There’s not a better bunch of young people anywhere.” Andrews told the crowd that one of the selections they played, “Billy Boy,” il­ lustrated the difference bet­ ween how romance was “back then” and how it is now. “We didn’t need soft lights and music back then, we only needed to know if she could bake a cherry pie,” he joked. Lyrics to the old song ask the young lady’s age but, most importantly, the question, “Can she bake a cherry pie, Billy Boy, Billy Boy?” The Old Timers invited the audience to join them in sing­ ing “You Are My Sunshine” and prevailed on Ed Smith, a longtime local vocalist, to sing along with their rendition of “Amazing Grace.” Later, the Horizon Gospel Quartet, comprised of Smith, Superintendent Dr. Ozzie Parks, Joe Andrews and Stan Graham, sang several selec- tions of inspirational music. They were accompanied on piano by Ruth Parks, who fill­ ed in for Edna Smith. Concluding the entertain­ ment was the cast of the high school musical, “The Music Man,” which was presented at Maple Valley last month. Under direction of Carol Kersten, the talented students offered several songs from the popular show to the delight of the forum audience. Hartzler said she hoped the day was a rewarding ex­ perience for all participants. She noted that past forums have led to a “greater understanding and apprecia­ tion of those of a different generation.” In addition to Hartzler, others helping with organiza­ tion of the event were Principal Larry Lenz; NHS ad­ visor Susan Steffel; community-school representatives Hildred Peabody and Kathy Hansbarger; and students Lori Carpenter, Jeremy Smith, Rachelle Cheeseman, Renee Dingman and Terry Dempsey. — 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, April 17, 1991. 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 STANTON’S (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH MNH STREET UERMOHTMIllE. MIOIKMH 49096 H4SHMIUE (517) 852-1717' , SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1991 — Page 6 A glimpse at this week in Nashville's history... Today’s column looks at this week in Nashville’s history for the period 1881-1907, as recorded in The Nashville News. The following are excerpts from The Nashville Ancient History column published in the News from near the turn of the century into the 1930s: Items taken from The News of Saturday, April 23, 1881 Have you cleaned house yet?...A few gardens have been plowed...April showers visited this section Sunday night...Mart Cole speared a 14-pound pickerel in Mud Creek, Woodland, last Saturday...Eugene Cook has a new carriage maker. He arrived on Thursday, boards with Eugene and inherits the estate... Will Griffith has shouldered the yard stick and scissors and is again clerking in his father’s store.. .Dutt Jarrard says he has 14 boys from this village and vicinity on the road train and that any deviltry committted here now must be charged to older par­ ties, the boys being able to prove an alibi...On Monday three threshing rigs seized on chattel mortgage security were sold in the rear of C. C. Wolcott’s hardware store...Mrs. D. S. Hobbs was suddenly attacked on Tuesday with paralysis of the brain, which terminated Thursday morning in her death.. .A new bridge has been erected over the creek south of William Boston’s...George Franck has made, this spring, from 200 trees, 1,250 weight of first class maple sugar, which has netted him 10 cents per pound. He did all the work himself, besides attending to his regular farm chores. From these 200 trees he made 500 pounds in three days and a half. From the News of Saturday, April 22, 1882 From the News, Saturday, April 23, 1887 Postmaster Parady has the material on the ground for an addition to his residence...Al Rasey is building an addition to his premises to be used as a dining room and kit­ chen... Around 12 to 16 traveling men have been registered at the Wolcott House every day this week...Drs. Young of this village and Parmenter of Ver­ montville are moving in the matter of forming 9 medical association for Barry and Eaton counties.. .Town Treasurer Martin was taken worse Friday night and is in a precarious condi­ tion... (Hastings item) Mar­ shall Cook has returned from Denver and it is rumored that he has purchased his partner’s interest in the Banner and will run it alone. A wandering Arab with a trained bear was on our streets last Saturday, gathering cop­ pers from those who wished to see the bruin do the terpsichorean act...Daniel Straley has taken the contract to keep the dust laid on Main Street this season.. .Downing Brothers have built a slaughter house on the north bank ofthe river in the east part of the village...!. L. Stevens has traded his shop and residence in this village to Benjamin L. Goss, of Sunfield, for the latter’s 80-acre farm, together with stock, implements, etc., thereon Mr. Goss is an old blacksmith, who will un­ doubtedly retain Mr. Steven’s large business, fohn will re­ main in the village for some time yet. From the News, Saturday, April 25, 1885 Tom Purkey commenced stone laying for the new (Union) school house Wednesday...!. W. Wood has invented a buggy shackle, and sees fortune in the distance...The demand for Nashville potatoes in the past few weeks has been immense and foreign buyers are as thick as molasses in winter...!. S. Perry and Dr. Goucher have begun preliminary operations upon their new buildings. Dr. Goucher has removed his of­ fice to the lower room of the Yates block temporarily, awaiting the completion ofhis new brick building, which he will occupy as an office...Ed Mallory, who has been to Grand Rapids, taking baths for rheumatism, returned Monday improved .in health...The creamery is now completed with the exception of setting the engine and put­ ting up shafting. From the News, April 25, 1890 Friday, A. R. Wolcott has bought a half interest in the livery stable of C. H. Reynolds...Allen Bell got his hand too close to the knives on the shaper at the Bell Fur­ niture and Novelty Works (in Nashville) last Saturday, and is now minus about half an inch of three fingers of his right hand...D. L. Hullinger has sold his team of mustang ponies to C. Hart of North Castleton...lohn Appelman has gone to Orchard Lake to work in the military academy...Fred Baker con­ templates opening a fruit store and ice cream parlor in the rooms now occupied by him as a reading room...Will Reynolds and Miss Cora VanNocker were married Wednesday morning at the home ofthe bride’s parents on Sherman Street, Rev. George fohnson performing the ceremony. The happy couple are out on a wedding visit among friends at Marshall and George Coe purchased the milk route and outfit of Perry Cazier in April 1902, and, according to the Nashville News, was "in complete control of the whole milk business" in the village. Making door-to-door milk deliveries in Nashville in this circa-1910 photo are P. B. Potter (left) and his son, Basil. The two barefoot young lads are unidentified. other places, after which they will return to Nashville and go to housekeeping in the Shulze house on South Main Street. From the News, April 22, 1892 Friday, Dick Graham’s bam was destroyed by fire Tuesday afternoon, and Dick’s cow lost her life in the flames...The Nashville Fire Department is making ar­ rangements for a grand ball to be given the week of the big races.. .The city hall is to have some alterations made to fit it for fire department head­ quarters... W. E. Shields and W. T. Barker were at Hastings Wednesday erecting .a Shields windmill at the shop of Hastings Engine and Iron Works...E. R. White is hav­ ing city water put into his yard, this being the first tap for a private house...W. S. Powers is now the owner of the Brady Flats, brick house and all...Nels Crapo and Clarence Bennett have purchasednew s bicycles...Nashville Lodge I.O.O.F. is making ar­ rangements to present the can­ tata “ Queen Esther.” From the News, April 27, 1900 Friday, Another of the pioneer residents of Nashville has passed away, one whose go­ ing will be sincerely mourned, George Walden Francis, whose life has been closely identified with the business and social interests of Nashville since 1867, died at his home on the south side last Friday night, and in his pass­ ing Nashville loses one of its most highly respected citizens. He has been engaged in trade in this village almost continuously since his first ar­ rival here, until the last three years, since which time his health has prevented longer engaging in mercantile pursuits...Flav. Feighner has rented the ground floor of the Parady building and is using it as a wool repository...Lyle Williams of Detroit was at home over Sunday. He will be one of the boys in blue who start for Alaska about the first of lune. From the News, April 25, 1902 H Mill BbMi FkP hiFldDRift f lft, Harry Miller, Miller Bob Bob Messimer, Messimer Frank Frank Purchis Purchis, Floyd Floyd DeRair DeRair, (front (front row from left Marve Sheldon, Otis Gokay, Leon Partridge and Virgil Kidder. THE WINNING TEAM AND the CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 Friday, About four o’clock Tuesday morning Enos Wolf, a young Maple Grove Township farmer, committed suicide by cutting his throat from ear to ear with a razor. It is thought he was suffering from temlooccaalT ttaaiilloarr J Ja oh hnn 2 S G7reTene PeNrh?aShsvi"seomPe'Q oyferGSreWe*nee's workS iesW bneiinn A wporirln 1 b9°6 thbisy Hloaca™l taMilmorJ Jr ohl?n hS. MGarmee’ ne. Perhaps fsr°ommeleoHf )G BreeertnPe'esm wboerrk- ?is W beoilnf Ug nwiodrenn b tiyfiethdisis, Sprague was destroyed by fire Thursday afternoon. It caught from a bonfire in the yard, and was under good headway when discovered...Elsie, the 14-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Kunz, died Tuesday of scarlet fever, after an illness of but a few days...!. S. Greene is making baseball suits for the new Nashville baseball team.. .County School Com­ missioner I. C. Ketcham is conducting eighth grade ex­ aminations at the parlors of From JJie News, Thursday, the Nashville club...Dr. E. T. Morris ofthis village has been April 27, 1905 C. J. Scheidt has erected appointed examining physiiron hitching posts in front of cian for the U. S. Marine his building on Main Corps of this district, this beStreet...The Nashville ing made an examining Cooperage Co. shipped a station. carload of barrels to Grand Rapids Tuesday...Mrs. Rose From the News, Thursday, Schweigert has opened April 25, 1907 dressmaking parlors in the Theodore Demaray, son of rooms over the Kocher Bros. ’ Charles Demaray, former store...Probate fudge Mack resident of this village, is in has summoned a new jury on the Kalamazoo hospital, unthe Big Thomapple drain case conscious after hanging for and will be here Monday to go almost a halfhour with a high over the ground and listen to tension electric wire in his arguments for and against the hand, 2,280 volts of electricidrain.-More strenuous opposi- ty going through his body. He tion will be put up by the peo- was at work near a house that ple opposed to the drain than was being moved at the before and we believe the ver­ time...Mr. and Mrs. J. C. dict of the jury will be against Fumiss entertained at their the drain being established. home on State Street last week The jury was impaneled at the Wednesday and Thursday at a request ofthe Eaton and Barry six o’clock dinner. WednesCounty drain commis- day the elderly people of the sioners...The gardening gang village were entertained and of the M.C.R.R. have been Thursday the unmarried peohere the past week, working ple were invited. Over 50 on the company’s lawns. They guests were entertained each have laid out the flower beds, evening.. .Quite a number of sodded around them and German-Baptists of north of otherwise beautified their town will go to Los Angeles grounds here. next month to attend the con­ vention of that society...The From the News, Thursday, News has put in another press, April 26, 1906 a 12x18 jobber, one of the A bam belonging to C. P. best job presses made. they have been expecting for some time past and will now go actively at work to wire the village for the street lights...George Coe has pur­ chased the milk route and out­ fit of Perry Cazier and is now in complete control of the whole milk business...V. R. Martin went to Mt. Clemens Tuesday morning to take baths for rheumatism... D. Wells, has moved his stock of goods into the Parady building and is getting nicely settled. tphoeratriym aeb, baesrahtieonws aosfwmoinrrdieadt over a suit jeopardizing some of his property...The Thor­ napple Electric Company has received a shipment of poles OKSIOC—IQgOESl r ' NOTICE • 1 Q Nashville Residents n OThe village will be flushing fire O hydrants the week of April 22, fj 1991. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 199) __Page 7 Maplewood school party welcomes two local Desert Storm veterans by Susan Hinckley S3 StaffWriter Two former Maple Valley students now with the U. S. Army were feted last week at a gala “Welcome Home” party staged by Susan Luyendyk’s sixth graders at Maplewood Elementary school in Vermontville. E-4 Scott Flower and Spec. E-4 Wally Woodman were the honorees. Both recently returned from service in Operation Desert Storm. Woodman’s younger sister, Mary, is a member of the class, and both men had cor­ responded with the students during their service in the Middle East. Patriotic music, red-whiteand-blue decorations, and a special cake with lighted sparklers surrounding two miniature USA flags added to the festive spirit at the Friday morning classroom party. After refreshments were served, the soldiers talked with students and answered their questions about the war. Scott, son of Kay Flower and Maple Valley Board of Education President William Flower, is an infantryman sta­ tioned at Ft. Campbell, Ky. He has been in the service three years, and was sent to Saudi Arabia last September. He returned to the USA on April 10 and came home to Michigan three days later. His unit entered Iraq during the ground war, and he said that though he personally was not involved in exchange of fire he did see “some action.” Wally, a 1987 Maple Valley graduate, is the son of Theressa and Harold Wood­ man of Vermontville. He has been in the service three years and is a member of the military police. His home base is Ft. Meade, Md. Woodman was sent to the Middle East last October, and arrived home the end of March. In his duty as an MP, he was involved in entering Iraq to pick up prisoners of war. While communication with them was difficult because of the language bar­ rier, Woodman said the Iraqi soliders appeared to be “basically happy” to be taken as POWs. A special cake and patriotic decor helped Maplewood sixth graders welcome home two local U.S. Army veterans of Operation Desert Storm, who are seen here with a few of the students. From left are Krystal Krive, Mandi Golovich, Erin Hokanson, E-4 Scott Flower, Spec. E-4 Wally Woodman, his sister Mary Woodman, Brady Simpson and Mason Trowbridge. OX* ?iSS gS^ • * Jiw '*< taa.. JSl 5s (5!* (5!* J2w sSS' swS Sfcc '■j•Wk Wpi I t501■a ■e .1 ' I •lai kkhi'^ am t।।' *•» Ml Dtanj.n F ■ 3HSisfij[|| iva suanisti ■a anEffiJKi ns MiHfkiiiiH Sheriff warns about telephone solicitations Annonying and persistent telephone solicitations con­ tinue to plague residents of Eaton County, according to Sheriff Art Kelsey, who said his office receives numerous complaints from citizens and businesses, particularly in response to law enforcement solicitations. “Over the telephone, you can’t confirm ifa solicitor is a member of a local law en­ forcement organization, or a professional fund-raiser call­ ing from a phone bank,” the sheriff said. Some solicitors, who are often paid according to the amount of donations they col­ lect, will pressure potential contributors into supporting a fund-raising organization while promising possible favors concerning parking tickets, traffic violations or sional and often offensive to better police protection. the receiver.” Because of the number of Harlow added that in many complaints being received by cases, telephone solicitors are many sheriff’s departments, not employees or members of the Michigan Sheriffs’ the organization, but career Association, which represents solicitors who operate phone the state’s 83 county sheriffs, banks in distant cities. has taken action in the “Some phone bank opera­ legislature to reduce, or tions may take up to 90 per­ eliminate inappropriate cent of the donations received solicitations conducted by cer­ for themselves, while claim­ tain law enforcement ing that the majority of the organizations that have a donation goes to the organiza­ history of misrepresenting tion they are representing,” themselves. Harlow said. ‘ ‘There are more than 1,000 “I recommend that all licensed and unlicensed telephone solicitations be organizations in Michigan that carefully screened and quessolicit funds,” said Marc Harlow, MSA public relations coordinator. “Most of these organizations are legitimate, but some use high-pressure selling tactics, are unprofes- tioned,” said Sheriff Kelsey. “The easiest and most tactftil way to end an unwanted telephone solicitation,” he ad­ vised, “is to simply say ‘I’m sorry I cannot see your credentials over the telephone.’ Then simply hang up.” If someone is bothered by persistent telephone solicita­ tions, they should contact the Eaton County Sheriff Depart­ ment at 543-3512 or 372-8217. For more informa­ tion, citizens may also contact the Michigan Sheriff’s Association at (517) 485-3135. Barry County Extension ^Calendar of Events J The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: May 1 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. May 2 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m, Expo Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. May 6 - 4-H Nonlivestock Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. May 8 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. May 11 - 4-H Folkpattems Workshop, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tollgate Education Center, Novi, MI. May 13 - 4-H Goat Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Ex­ po Building, Hastings. May 14 - 4-H Mandatory Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds. TURN YOUR DREAMS INTO REALITIES ... ■i aniwij ■I H.Jittiff got 5!Hl®a)ji I iK- BtnlHiiw ■a atatttlil gg. stJtrtl1 gg fffiSOlIlI U/i jniititSlISH Ilk hffljiW :jp sf'drfxte » naP*1 Lack of quorum cancels school board meeting J-Ad Graphics News Service Only three members of the Maple Valley Board of Education were present at a regularly scheduled meeting Monday evening (April 15), so the session had to be postponed. For business to be con­ ducted legally, a quorum of four members is necessary. The failed meeting was already a rescheduling of the regular “second Monday of the month” session, which last month had been set ahead one week because of spring vacation. The three board members present last week decided to postpone the meeting until Monday, April 22. Board members present were Ronald Tobias, secretary; Irma Gene Baker, treasurer; and Harold Stewart, trustee. Trustee John Krolik was out of town, as was Board Presi­ dent William Flower. However, Flower had thought he might be able to make it back in time for the meeting, said Pam Harvey, school secretary. Trustee Ted Spoelstra, a telephone company repair­ man, was detained by storm work, and Trustee Charles Viele Sr. could not be reached by phone prior to the meeting being postponed. Officials waited 30 minutes before making that decision. None could recall such a circumstance occurring in the past. A large audience was pre­ sent for the session, and had it been held, the meeting pro­ bably would have been moved from the administration building to the school library to accommodate the crowd. WITH A HOME EQUITY LOAN Tap into the Equity of your home and watch your dreams of a new car, home improvement, college education, even a special vacation come true. Stop by or call any of our convenient offices today! Offices in: Hastings 945-2401 Middleville 795-3338 Bellevue 763-9418 Nashville 852-0790 Caledonia 891-0010 Wayland 792-6201 MEMBER FDIC (Q8U DODJIMC LENDER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1991 — Page 8 Local 5th graders learn tips at Authors' Conference by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter “Hooking the reader is the way to create curiosity and in­ terest,” a professional writer advised some 160 budding scribes attending the 12th an­ nual Eaton Area Young Authors’ Conference Friday at Charlotte. Among them were 36 Maple Valley fifth graders, 18 each from Maplewood school in Vermontville and Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville. The keynote speaker was Karen Sommer, whose topic was, “Write a Ticket for Success.” Sommer, an Owosso teacher and mother who specializes in writing children’s books, shared her thoughts and tips on writing in a lively address to the youngsters assembled at Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. Students from Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Potterville, Maple Valley, St. Mary’s, and St. Michael’s schools par­ ticipated in the day-long ses­ sion sponsored by the schools, the Charlotte Optimist Club and the Eaton Rapids Rotary, in cooperation with the Eaton Intermediate School District. “Spark your reader’s in­ terest and hold it by putting obstacles in the way of your characters,” suggested Som­ mer. She said dialogue, sounds and unexpected action also are good ways to capture reader attention. Most of the children atten­ ding the session had written stories of their own in school programs leading up to the county-wide conference, Sommer shared her first writing experience with the audience by reading a piece she had written as a child for a school assignment. “When I was young there was no such thing as a Young Authors’ day and I had no in­ spiration to write,” she said. However, the piece she composed as a 10-year-old relating her attempt at horseback riding on a family vacation revealed an obvious Maplewood teacher Bob Smith, co-chair of the event, introduced the keynote speaker by telling the youngsters that writers are "real people." MAPLESYRUP Fri., April 26 - Sun., April 28 Friday, April FRIDAY NIGHT SPECIAL CROWN AMUSEMENTS Pay One Price...‘7.00 to ride all rides as many 26th 1991 6:30 P.M. TALENT Saturday, April 27, 1991 I. ■ Master of Ceremonies ... Douglas Kelsey, Saturday and Sunday 6:00 a.m Pancakes - All Day American Legion 7:00 a.m Pancakes - All Day Band Boosters 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m .......... Arts & Crafts Maplewood School 9:30 a.m............................................ Invocation Rev. Richard Young, Methodist Church 9:35 a.m .m Greetings Vermontville Village President: Sue Villanueva President, Syrup Festival Association: Eugene Fisher President, Chamber of Commerce: Don Mulvaney 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m Maple Valley Jazz Band Director: Dennis Vanderhoeff M.V. Community Band 10:30 a.m Children’s Parade Theme: Sweetness in Fantasyland Chairmen: Mr. and Mrs. Gene Fisher 11:00 a.m.Presentation of Queen and Court Queen: Holli Hale Alternate: Leigh Stine Crowning of 1991 Queen by 1990 Queen Tina Yost Presentation of 1991 Honored Citizen Albert and Mary Bell Presentations: Rep. Frank Fitzgerald 11: 30 a.m. . .Talent Winners on Stage 12: 00 noon Announce winners of Maple products and Festival contests Visit the concessions and exhibits. Try the Maple products. 12:15 p.m Com Cob Cloggers 12:30 p.m To Be Announced 1: 00 p.m Entertainment by “Al’s One Man Variety Band” Allen Mott - Cassopolis 2: 00 p.m Grand Parade Parade Theme: Sweetness in Toyland Parade Committee: Sally Martin Grand Marshal: Albert and Mary Bell 3: 00 p.m. Talent Winners Afternoon . .Entertainment Opera House 4: 00 p.m Glen Erin Bagpipe Band 5: 00 p.m.Square Dance Demonstration 5:30 p.m.Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull Followed by Pig Catch 5:30 p.m Bingo Athletic Boosters High School Evening Dancing - Opera House A’ KA V IL J* “good guys” and “bad guys” in one of her books interact while trying to solve a pro­ blem that occurs in the story plot. “What we see (in the story) is real people,” explained Sommer. “We see their good side and their bad side. They are human characters.” Sommer also showed the children the original manuscript and galley sheets ofone ofher books, published under the title, “New Kid On The Block.” The students received copies of this book before attending the session. Sommer was introduced by Maplewood teacher Bob Smith, co-chair of the con­ ference. After her address, students were divided into small groups for topical infor­ mation sessions or to read and discuss their own work. Lunch was served in the church basement. Kellogg School students selected to attend the event Dr. Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley superintendent, was present at the conference and here greets were Jeff Brzycki, Ricky students were Erin Booher, Fowler, Teresa Gordon, Emi­ Jeremy Campbell, Brad Con­ ly Gould, Holly Green, Casey roy, Jessica Dempsey, Steve Hansbarger, Jason Joppie, Doyle, Joheather Grant, Jen­ Tonya May, Jessie Penn­ ny Hoisington, Kirsten ington, Rachelle Pettingill, Klinkhammer, Katie Krive, Monelle Quick, Wesley Corey LaMance, Kim Penn­ Quick, Mike Skedgell, Jessica ington, Cory Pethick, Mandy Smith, Jerry Swift, David Pierce, Katrinia Rasey, Dawn Taylor, Danielle Watson and Stine, Jim Thornton, Jason Nicole Wilson. Thompson and Ben From Maplewood, the Woodworth. ‘!r । ■ -LtJ feishi hitn! iwifraim wittjlij fittuejiS w 8 JJ*4* Si $ & & Sunday, April 28,1991 8: 00 a.m. ’til afternoon Band Boosters will serve pancakes '6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.American Legion will serve pancakes 9: 00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. . .Arts & Crafts Maplewood School — Program Subject to Change — 11: 00 a.m........ Union Church Services First Congregational Church Rev. Paul Mergener, First Congregational Church and Rev. Richard Young, Methodist Church 12: 00 noo Al’s One Man Band 1:00 p.m Arm Wrestling Chairman: Greg Hoefler Antique Chain Saw Demonstration Paul & Morris Miller from Athens Wood Chopping, Egg Toss & Pig Catch Chairman: Merle Martin Program Chairman: Hildred Peabody Txinjjs mtyid some 160 Eaton County students. $Mu1 ft oAriepso wrtrioitntenofbyth tehed cahyildwraesn 'tTere ^h from left) Brad Conroy, Jason Thomncn J.y Karen Sommer, keynote speaker at the event, attended by I?01)1 °plewood students, (starting second «s>ionn led kb.y. d Barbl bPlhelegar he7legar (.l.e.f.t) o7’m,,pPSsOn a°nd Jenny Hoisin9aton.-take isin9aton.-take Pnanrt in an na scescses- �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1991 — Page 9 Bellevue High School announces 'Top 10 Students' for *91 The top 10 students for the Class of 1991 at Bellevue High School have been announced: r Laura Ruman (Valedictorian) Laura is the daughter of Maija and Louis Ruman of 8840 Andrews Highway, Bellevue. She graduates with a grade point average of 3.765. While in school, she par­ ticipated in marching band, pep band, concert band, SADD, Save Our Planet, Bellevue Rescue Squad Ex­ plorers Club Secretary, Battle Creek Youth Orchestra, Red Cross volunteer, National Honor Society, blood drive, Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, and 1990 Summer Institute at W.K. Kellogg Biological Station. Plans include pursuing a career in the field of science culminating, in attending medical school. 3.755. While in school, he has par­ ticipated in cross country, Quiz Bowl, baseball, basket­ ball, Varsity Club, National Honor Society, president of the National Honor Society, President of his freshmen class, 1990 Talented and Gifted Conference, Boys’ State, National Honor Society David Reynolds trip, exchange with Marburg (Salutatorian) Germany, captain of basket­ David is the son of Dave ball team, captain of baseball and Marilyn Reynolds of team, Academic All­ 11400 Edgewood Road, Conference honorable men­ Bellevue. He will graduate tion and he has been employed with a grade point average of at Bellevue Felpausch. Plans are to attend Albion College in the fall and major in pre-med. After graduating from Albion, he wants to at­ tend the University of Michigan Medical School and hopes to open his own practice. dent representative to the Board of Education, par­ ticipated in the Marburg, Ger­ many exchange and traveled and studied in Ireland on the Irish Way program. She plans to attend By Michael N. Callton, D.C. Fast food salt and calories tion Road, Bellevue, and William Laymance. She will graduate with a grade point average of 3.508. Janette Laymance She has participated in Janette is the daughter of basketball, volleyball, track, Leona Knoll of 23317 JuncSee Top 10, on page 13 Congratulations on your... sist Annual Maple syrup Festival! WWCl market... W NASHVILLE, MICH. Country Fresh ALL VARIETIES 12 OZ. Thornapple Valley Smoked Sausage $189 BODY TALK” Michigan Technological University in Houghton to study chemical and environmental engineering. Gal. Traci Jones Traci is the daughter of Ed­ ward and Pamela Jones of 10661 M-78 of Bellevue. She will graduate with a grade point average of 3.682. While in school, she has participated in varsity cheerleading, All-Conference cross country, varsity soft­ ball, varsity track, National Honor Society Treasurer, Science Olympiad, yearbook sports editor, newspaper assistant editor, Quiz Bowl, LEO Club vice president, SADD and Varsity Club. She plans to attend Western Michigan University, where she is a member of Lee’s Honor College. She will ma­ jor in biology at WMU and plans to attend medical school to become a pediatrician. Pick of the Chick olrt Sparta large aac EGGS age Ji/2 Doz. WHOLE Turkey Breasts 9uSu7Ck Bananas 12 Pk. cans Shannon Perkins Who knows what has more calories, a Bic Mac, a Whopper or a Wendy’s double hamburger? The Wendy’s double ham­ burger has 560 calories, the Big Mac, has 570 calories and the Burger King Whopper is the king of calories, with a whopping 640 calories. If you ordered a Burger King Double Beef Whopper with cheese you yu’d be swalllowing w wg 950 calories.. Since most pp people need from 1,800 to 2,000 calories per day to sustain their weight, two Double BeefWhoppers with cheese could actually make a person gain weight even if nothing els else was eaten that day. Indeed, fact can be stranger than fiction. For those desparately trying to get into bathing ba suit form before the first day at the beach, fast food restaurants could be the ultimate source of frustration. It sure is hard to lose that winter blubber when food that we ingest is dripping with blubber. The motto “Hot and Juicy” might be more accurate ifit read “Hot and Greasy.” Keep in mind that if fast food is fried or dripping with “juice,” then you can bet it’s going to be high in calories. Salt is the second obstacle to losing weight at fast food restaurants. Grease and fat will plump you up, but salt will bloat you. In some cases, weight gain from salt water retention has exceeded 100 pounds. Some ofthe most notable “salties” from fast food joints are Arby’s Beef n’ Cheddar at 1520 mg of salt, Burger King’s Ham and Cheese with 1534 mg of salt, and McDonald’s Quarter Pounder with cheese packing 1220 mg of salt. The winner in this category has to go to Hardee’s Big Roast Beef, salted with 1770 mg. Watch the soft drinks too, while some are pretty much salt free, like Tab and Diet Sprite, others will typically pack 20 mg of salt in a 12-ounce serving, like Coca Cola, Ramblin’ Root Beer and Mr. Pibb. So what can you do ifyou’re in Charlotte, Hastings, or Lansing and it’s gotta be fast food? There are some good lowcalorie and salt choices. Arby’s has several sandwiches under 300 calories, McDonald’s has a variety of salads and some Burger Kings even have salad bars. Skip the big “juicy” beef burgers and get the moderately sized chicken or turkey sandwiches. Skip the fries, dessert and cheese and avoid Coca-Cola in favor of diet Sprite. Whether you’re sun bathing at Thomapple Lake or Lake Michigan, looking your best is important. And it will sure help if you can cut a 1,700-calorie fast food binge down to 500 calories. $ 19 90 t5A2n9nS PEPSI Shannon is the daughter of Margaret Perkins of 417 S. Main St., and the late John Perkins. She will graduate with a grade point average of 3.512. During high school, she has been a member of the Na­ tional Honor Society, a fouryear participant of Quiz Bowl and softball teams, T.V. Quizbusters Team, basket­ ball, Student Council, student leadership, Teen Court stu- Big Jays Maple Syrup Queen 15 oz. CHIPS Holli Hale HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. R9EK^BBBEE GET A WHALE OF A DEAL ON: Lawn Tractors! Lawn & Garden Tractors! Garden Tractors! Mowers! Riding Mowers! Chipper/ Shredders! 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L*1** Military pen pal visits Fuller Street Elementary school third graders Maple Syrup Festival Congratulations to Holli Hale, Queen and her Court Leigh Stine, Alternate Queen Dawn Brand, Amanda Rugg, Kelly Endsley April McCallum stands proudly beside her father, U. S. Navy E-5 Gary McCallum, during his visit Wednesday to her classroom at Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville. Her classmates (in foreground) have been corresponding 4 4Your Full Service Salon Eyebrow Wax Perms Cuts Coloring Frosting Spiral Perm Senior Citizens Discount Ear Piercing Free Coffee Phone 726-0257 The Village Hair Port with him during his recent service in Operation Desert Storm. J-Ad Graphics News Service April McCallum’s thirdgrade classmates at Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville joined her Wednes­ day in a special “Welcome Home” for her father, E-5 Gary McCallum. A 20-year veteran of the U. S. Navy, McCallum returned March 28 from five months’ duty in Operation Desert Storm aboard the aircraft car­ rier USS John F. Kennedy. He stopped by the classroom of Inez Hubka last week to greet the children. April’s classmates have been pen pals with McCallum since last fall, and they were eager to meet him and to ask many questions about the war and his service. They also were interested in such everyday matters as how meals are served on board ship and how their friend spent his spare time there. McCallum told them that besides writing letters, he en- joyed collecting stamps and playing cards. The USS J.F.K. was stationed in the Red Sea during McCallum’s tour of duty in the Middle East. Several years ago he also served for nine months in the Vietnam War on the USS America. McCallum, who holds an administrative staff position, also has served aboard the USS Constellation. He is a native of Olivet. 470 E. 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Manicures............................................... s20** • PROM • BRIDESMAID DRESS RENTALS Pedicures Private Tutor Classes MCA State MCEC Nail Instructor (2) Kalfsnn Tanning Beds �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1991 Page IT. If you love painting your house , nn’RwnrnramRnwiy **<»i i<»i ®**kw < < BfilY’l wsit tt'Si®. »mi» ei»w. »w. tcsKiv wteL fc^kwt <»te W*\ <taU »ife Si iw you’ll hate Wolverine premium vinyl siding. Ninja Turtles poster painted for 8th birthday Wolverine siding gives your house the natural good looks of freshly painted wood year 'round — without the hassle and expense of painting. And re-painting. And re-painting. So unless painting’s your hobby, call today and see how Wolverine can add new comfort, value and protection to your home. HOMETOWN) Teen-age mutant Ninja Turtles are the first thing Richard Singer (right) sees in the morning and the last thing he sees at night. To mark his eighth birthday Friday, April 19, his mother, Mrs. Dan (Sandy) Clark of Nashville, completely covered his bedroom walls and ceiling with hand-pinted murals depicting th the turtles in various activities, including standing on Nashville's Main Street with a Good Time pizza in hand. Here, the honoree shows the artwork to his little friends. Mrs. Clark spent three weeks on the project. 51st Annual Maple Syrup Festival t.i •** if QBOKCREDIT' 219 S. State, Nashville • Wolverine Technologies from people who care BONINE Caladryl OsCal 500 Lotion 6 oz. or spray 4 oz. Tablets 8’s Oil of Olay tutpultclii t LUMBERYARD 852-0882 3 • Estimates • Savings Regular, Plus D or Chewable Formulas MH BM afoititf See us for: • Delivery • Planning Dexatrim Sundown 20’s Sunblock Lotions SPF 8 OR SPF 15 4 OZ. 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I| sBpernaadryl | spray REGULAR SPRAY 2 OZ MAX/STRENGTH CREAM .5 OZ MAX/STREGNTH SPRAY 2 OZ ’2.33 $3.44 s2.49 s3.77 MACE PHARMAC Digital Blood Pressure Kit with Pulse 219 Main St., Nashville 29" Ph. 852-0845 HOURS: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1991 — Page 12 M.V. seventh-graders plan 'Jacob West* fundraiser May 3 by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Bargain-hunters who track down weekly garage sales might be interested to learn that a class of Maple Valley seventh graders plans to stage a big yard sale Friday, May 3, at the junior-senior high school. Proceeds of the event will go to the Jacob West fund to School Lunch Menus Maplewood School Wednesday, April 24 Taco’s w/lettuce and cheese, green beans, pears, cookies. Thursday, April 25 Hot dogs on bun, potato chips, com, apple cobbler. Friday, April 26 No School. Possible Snow make up day. Tuesday, April 30 Chicken pattie, mashed potatoes/butter, peach, peanut butter sandwich, cookies. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maple Valley Jr .-Sr. High School Wednesday, April 24 Monday, April 29 Hamburger on bun, french fries, green beans, fruit. Tuesday, April 30 Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, peas, dress­ ing, peaches. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Fuller St. School Wednesday, April 24 Sliced turkey/bun, cheese slice, tater rounds, fruit jello. Thursday, April 25 Pizza, green beans, applesauce. Friday, April 26 Tomato soup, crackers, pickle spears, pineapple, tuna sandwich. Monday, April 29 Cheeseburger/bun, pickle slice, mixed vegetable, trail mix. *Salad, *Chicken nuggets, Bar BQ Sauce or honey, mashed potatoes, bread and butter. Thursday, April 25 ♦Salad, *Spaghetti, *Tuna Sandwich, peas, applesauce, roll and butter, salad bar. Friday, April 26 No School. Possible make up day. Monday, April 29 ♦Salad, ♦Taco’s lettuce and cheese, com, applesauce. Tuesday, April 30 ♦Salad, Tuna and noodle casserole, *Hot dog/bun, french fries, fruit jello, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. help buy equipment that will enable the little boy to talk. Jacob, son of Steven and Lori West of Nashville, will turn 5 in September. He suf­ fers from a birth defect that makes it impossible for him to speak. A communication board called the Touch-Talker will solve the problem, and recent community-wide ef­ forts have been launched to help the family acquire this equipment. Carol Satterly’s LionsQuest Skills for Adolescence class members decided to do their part by conducting a benefit yard sale for Jacob. The class is part of a unique program for Maple Valley seventh graders, sponsored by the local Lions Club who sup­ ply funding for special train­ ing of teachers who have charge of the class. In addition to Satterly, Cin­ A yard sale to benefit the Jacob West Fund is being planned by Maple Valley dy Gatewood handles another seventh graders in Carol Satterly's Skills for Adolescence class. Among them are session of the skills group. (in front) Marty French, showing a promotional flyer he designed, and (standing, School counselor Judy Hagar from left) Derek Graham, Jay Hokanson, Leah Sleeper, Justine Quick and Tim also has been trained in the Borner. program, as has teacher senior high school office or Lucinda Martin, who former­ Marty French designed a flyer system, and all helped with Satterly’s classroom, A-5, as ly taught the class. making signs and are current­ soon as possible, so that pric­ to promote the event. Under the program, now in Several of the class ly soliciting donations of ar­ ing can be done in advance. its fourth year at Maple members are responsbile for ticles for the sale. The sale will be conducted Valley, each seventh grader producing a promotional Anyone wishing to con­ in the yard on the east side of spends one semester in a skills audio tape for broadcast on tribute saleable items may the main building from 8:30 class. The program is geared, tthe school’s public address drop them off at the junior- a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 3. toward helping youngsters im­ prove their self-image and to promote harmony at home. In addition, strong emphasis is placed on school and com­ The Eaton County 4-H Toby Post and Jenna Barmes. ed first and Sheryl Miller munity service projects as a Horse Quiz Bowl junior Two members placed in the ranking second in their divi­ means of involving students in novice team members placed top ten for individual rank­ sion, were also invited to at­ their learning process. third in the recent quiz com­ ings. The 4-H’ers were Laurie tend the 4-H Horse Jamboree. Satterly’s class has under­ petition in Coldwater. Team coach is Sharlene Gay, for her first place stan­ taken all aspects of organiz­ Team members include ding, and Kelsey Dingman, Miller and assistants are ing the sale. With the help of Laurie Gay (team captain), 10th. Dianne Barmes, Renee Maple Valley art teacher Kelsey Dingman, Sheila Both novice senior in­ Dingman, Joyce Weinley and Marianne Martin, student Weinley, Alaina Malinowski, dividuals, Dawn Miller rank­ Sherry Brodock. Congratulations and Welcome to the 51st Annual MAPLE syrup right) Joshua Coker, Teresa Doyle, Helena Lehman, Jackie Histed, Helen Diamond and Lynn Shea. • Baked Goods • Pizza • Subs Bread Sticks • Coke and Pepsi • video Movies, Players • Nintendo Games NOWavailable—Pizza by the Slice Horse Quiz Bowl team places third in contest Welcome to our ... 5lst Annual MAPLE SYRUP Congratulations to ... Holli Hale and her court! 151 South Main, Vermontville 726-1000 HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday & Saturday 6 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 pp.m. Nancy’s Beauty Shop 157 S. MAIN, VERMONTVILLE Phone726-0330 �Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. April 23. 1991 — Page 13 THe Earth Care Fair planned for May 11 The first Earth Care Fair will be held Saturday. May 11, at Woldumar Nature Center. The event, sponsored by the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service, and the Nature Center, is an outdoor education, hands-on program for children. More than 25 classes, seminars and make-and-takeit workshops will be offered for three age learning tracts; for a patient with child up to 7 years of age, for a parent and child over 7 years of age and for teens and adults. The young children will Nashville water plant expanded A crew of inmates from the Riverside Correctional Facility at Ionia and their supervisor last Tuesday morning began hoisting into place roof rafters of Nashville's latest municipal building. The pole-barn structure being added to the rear of the water plant on Water Alley will house a new detention tank and other equipment related to filtration of the village water supply. DPW Director Leon Frith estimates total cost of the building project, including materials and labor, at $7,000. The prisoners each receive wages of only $2.50 per day. Bellevue High Top 10 announced, Varsity Club, SADD, Student Leadership (plus leadership planning committee). Na­ tional Honor Society (vice president), yearbook staff, junior class vice president and Talented and Gifted Conference. She plans to attend Grand Valley State University to seek a career in the field of biology. Patty Cooper Patty is the daughter of Jill and Don Cooper of 20 E. Acacia St., Battle Creek. She will graduate with a grade point average of 3.495. During high school she par­ ticipated in basketball, volleyball, softball, National Honor Society, Varsity Club, Student Council and GET A HEAD START WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS Whether you're shopping for better digs, bigger office space or a newer mode of transportation, count on the Classifieds to take the legwork out of the race! And when you've got something to sell, an ad in the Classifieds can put you in the lead at a price so small that anyone can afford to be a sport. So next time you want to get the job done, team up with the Classifieds...and save your running shoes for the gyml THE WINNING TEAM AYNODU THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO from page 9 Homecoming Court. She plans to attend Central Michigan University this fall. Jason Pierce Jason is the son of Penny and Mark Pierce of 518 Michigan Ave., Bellevue. He will graduate with a grade point average of 3.495. During high school, he par­ ticipated in National Honor Society, football, basketball, baseball. Boys’ State, Na­ tional Honor Society trip, Stu­ dent Leadership Forum, Var­ sity Club vice president, Var­ sity Club president, captain of football team and he has been employed at Felpausch for the past three years. Plans are to attend GMI and major in electrical or mechanical engineering. He will be employed by a co-op sponsor while attending GMI. He’s also seeking admission to the United States Naval Academy. E. Spencer Abraham, co­ chair of the National Republican Congressional Committee, will be the featured speaker at the 1991 Eaton County Republican Lincoln Day Dinner Thurs­ day, May 2, at the Sheraton Inn in Delta Township. A 6 p.m. reception will be followed at 7 p.m. by the din­ ner and program. Abraham was the Michigan Republican Party chair from 1983 to 1990, and Vice Presi­ dent Dan Quayle's deputy chief of staff in 1990. The NRCC provides sup­ port for Republican Congres­ sional candidates. “We're very excited that Spencer Abraham will speak at the dinner,” said Al Blakemore, Eaton County IDRPLE VRLkEY. new^ ...»local .»localpaper paperof oftoday! today! —*rrl-~ - Republican chair. “Eaton County Republicans will play a key role in unseating the Democrat Congressman (Howard Wolpe) in 1992. Spencer will be here to help kick off that campaign plan.” Tickets, priced at $30 per person or $50 per couple, arc available from Kriss Musselman (543-2060), Al Blakemore (616-749-9868), Sharon Hice (543-4248), Ran­ dall Johnson (321-3303) or leva Inglis (543-4499). My THINK SPRINC ...with a new style Styles-R-Us 224 Main. Nashville Open Tues.thru Frl. SYLVIA HOEVE WALK-INS WELCOME MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS A THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Grodvcrte teoltort in»fitvf©) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS Darren Thornhill • • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR DOC OVERHOLT......... SANDY LUNDQUIST... DON STEINBRECHER GARRY KNOLL........... 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All this on a blacktop rood in a beautiful scenic setting. Every home buyer will love this onel I (CH-374) NASHVILLE • 5 BEDROOM HOME (or 8 rooms plus 3 room efficiency apartment upstairs). Many recent improvements. 2 car garage 8 large breezeway. (N-367) ting." (CH-377) 71 ACRE FARM NORTHEAST OF . one out!! Will divide. (F-37S) 1 ACRE - Quad level, brick & alum., 5 bedroom, 2'/> baths, 2 fireplaces, on M-78. Nico "homo for the family" between Bellevue 8 Bottle Crook. Call Don. (CH-376) 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town blacktop road ond land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN Blacktop road terms. VILLAGE LIMITS. land contract (VL-359) 10 ACRE BUILDING LOTS-Blacktop road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359) VERMONTVILLE - 4 bedroom, 2 V $69,9001! WEST OF BELLEVUE ON VACANT LAND TURED HOME - 24x48, 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms 8 2 baths. Range, refrig., washer & dryer included. Nice "country set­ story home, 2 car garage, horse born w/4 stalls plus 12x22 workshop building. Natural pond on the property & some wooded. Check this Beautiful Wood floors throughout. Partially fenced back back yard yard and and mature mature shrubs, shrubs, pine & maple trees In this large yard. Close to town. Call NEAR VERMONTVILLE: ON 7 ACRES • REDMAN MANUFAC­ Stacy Beckner 945-9554 Department, USDA Soil Con­ servation Service, Eaton County Parks Naturalist and Michigan United Conserva­ tion Clubs and Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The cost of the program is 50 cents per child. $1 per adult or a family fee of S3. Pre-registration is encourag­ ed, on-site registration will be higher. For a complete listing of all the options and for registra­ tion materials, call the Eaton Cooperative Extension office at 372-5594 or 543-2310. Spencer Abraham to speak at Eaton County GOP dinner May 2 Darren is the son of Sharon and Ron Thornhill of 8920 Follett Highway, Bellevue. He will graduate with a grade point average of 3.436. During high school, he par­ ticipated in student leadership, Eaton County Teen Court, National Honor Society, cross country, baseball, football, track and basketball. His plans are to attend Michigan State University and study engineering. Stacy is the daughter of Eldon and Elnora Beckner of 4261 Ionia Road, Bellevue. She will graduate with a grade point average of 3.366. During high school she par­ ticipated in softball. Science Olympiad, Varsity Club and SADD. Plans are to attend college in the fall of 1992 in the field of criminal justice. scan the skies in search of fly­ ing wonders, learn the dif­ ference between tame and wild animals, and have an op­ portunity to make recycled crafts or gifts from nature. Older children can learn gardening from the ground up, construct a bat house, or learn about fungus, mammals or explore the web of life. Classes will be taught by staff from Woldumar Nature Center. MSU and Eaton County Cooperative Exten­ sion Service, Charlotte Preschool Nursery, Bany/Eatou District Health NEW FARM LISTING: 160 ACRE Good crop land, 3 bedroom home, base­ ment barn 8 a large pole barn. Would sell 40 acres of vacant land separately. (F-384) FARM • BELLEVUE 20 ACRES - PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE- Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1991 — Page 14 Fuller Street math students raise nearly $2,300 for St. Jude's Hospital by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A check for $2,275.81 recently was sent from Nashville to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital at Memphis, Tenn., thanks to efforts of 58 students at Fuller Street Elementary. This is third year the school has participated in the annual fund-raiser. The money is raised by youngsters who, with parental approval, seek sponsors willing to pay a certain amount for each of some 200 problems the child can solve in a specially assigned math workbook. Sue Doozan, Chapter I math teacher at Fuller, said the amount pledged is typical­ ly about two cents per problem. Students from DK through fourth grade are eligi­ ble to particpate in the contest. Each child competes on his or her own grade level. “It’s a real good program,” said Doozan. “We have fun doing it.” The program has doubled in size each year. In 1990, there were 36 Fuller students who participated, bringing in a total of $1,123. Two years ago, in 1989, only 15 children • NOTICE • took part, earning approximately $580 for the Memphis hospital. Top earner this year was Michelle Jewell, who brought in $181.83. Next in line was Joe Elliston, with $163. Both are third graders. All students who par­ ticipated received certificates. Those earning at least $30 for St. Jude’s were awarded a Tshirt, and if they collected at least $75 they also received a tote bag. In addition to Michelle and Joe, the students bringing in at least $75 were Steve Frith, Tanya Powers, Nicholas Burpee, Matt Carpenter, Cor­ tney Gardner, Nicholas Nog­ gle, Torri Newton and Michael Hill. ...on April 24, 1991 at 7:00 p.rn. at the Castleton Township Hall in Nashville, Michi­ gan. Representatives from the Barry County Road Commission and Castleton Township Board will be present to reply to questions and/or concerns. Justin W. Cobley, Supervisor Castleton Township in a recent Math-a-thon were (back row, from left) Joe Elliston, Michelle Jewell, Steve Frith, Tanya Powers, with teacher Sue Doozan, (middle row, from left) Nicholas Burpee, From Our Readers Matt Carpenter, Cortney Gardner, Vermontville Opera House more than just a building To the editor: Boy Scouts, leaders pitch in to help dean area roadside To the editor: This letter is to commend the Boy Scouts and leaders with trucks I saw working Saturday, April 13, along AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE NO. 1-11-79-A APRIL 11, 1991 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING RATES, CHARGES AND RULES FOR THE USE, IN­ STALLATION AND SERVICE OF THE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN. THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. There shall be and there are by hereby established monthly rates and charges for the use of and for the service supplied by the Village’s Water Supply System based upon the meter readings of the amount of water consumed as follows: WATER RATES All over 50,000 gallons Fuller Street Elementary students earning at least $75 each for St. Jude's Children's Hospital (front, from left) Nicholas Noggle, Torri Newton and Michael Hill. INFORAMTIONAL MEETING on REPLACEMENT of BARGER ROAD BRIDGE OVER THE THORNAPPLE RIVER First 50,000 gallons ■m $1.00 per 1,000 gallons or fraction thereof $.85 per 1,000 gallons or fraction thereof BEGINNING IN 1991, THE ABOVE WATER RATES SHALL BE ADJUSTED ANNUALLY, WITH PRIOR APPROVAL OF COUNCIL AND EFFECTIVE OF THE FIRST OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING COUNCIL APPROVAL, TO REFLECT INCREASES OR DECREASES IN THE MICHIGAN CONSUMER PRICE INDEX (AS PUBLISHED BY THE U:S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR) FOR THE PRECEDING CALENDAR YEAR. The Minimum bill for each premise served shall be $12.51 per quarter plus a charge equal to the amount of water consumed. HYDRANT RENTAL: $100.00 per hydrant per year. MINIMUM RATE: M-79, cleaning the roadside as I approached Nashville. They looked and were very business-like in their caps, neckerchiefs, and bright orange-colored safety vests. As I returned to Hastings at 5:15 p.m. that same day, I counted at least 40 large-filled orange garbage bags. These were grouped every several hundred yards along the side of the road from just outside Nashville to the vicinity of Devine Road. It was very gratifying to see these young people doing their civic duty and hopefully earn­ ing badges. These boys and leaders are to be congratulated and thank­ ed for their efforts. I hope this letter will do that, and perhaps others in the area will also appreciate their good work. Jeanette M. Marquist Mar-Jay Collectibles Nashville SPECIAL RATES For miscellaneous services for which a special rate shall be established, such rates shall be fixed by the Village Council. TURN ON - OFF CHARGES There will be imposed a charge of $7.50 whenever the Village or off water services; provided, however, whenever the Village turn on or off service at times other than regular business hours be imposed an additional charge of time and material plus 10 It was both a pleasure and a privilege for Rosa and I to be present at the open house for the historic Opera House in Vermontville. The restoration efforts are being marked with great suc­ cess, although considerable work needs yet to be done. What has been accomplished is deserving of a great deal of praise. Dedicated leaders have put i in much effort to raise necessary funds, to seek ap­ propriate grants, and to ac­ tually help in the construction, cleaning, etc. Everyone in­ volved is to be praised. Without such leadership, the project would have been impossible. This is much more than the mere restoration of a building. It is more than a feeling of nostaliga and a sentimental tie to the past and the “good old days.” It is an ever-present reminder of a day gone by and the value system of that era. The pioneers exemplified the ultimate in personal in­ tegrity, the work ethic, moral and spiritual attributes, dependence on one another and patriotism. All are a part of the historic legacy and heritage ofthe original settlers ofthe area, with which we are blessed. Knowing the people and spirit of Vermontville, I am sure the project will be com­ pleted in its entirety, with or without future grants. We cer­ tainly want to help in any way that we can. Sincerely, Edgar and Rosa Fleetham Sunfield Miscellaneous ATTENTION - Buy govern­ ment siezed merchandise dirt cheap! Details - rush self addressed stamped envelope to: R.A. Associates, P.O. Box 104, Woodland, MI 48897. GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet that room at affordable prices, $ 1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd. (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058. Next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available. (616) 948-8334. GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Advertise with classifieds in The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. Business Services is requested to turn on is requested to provide of the Village, there will percent. SECTION 2. Bills for the rates and charges as herein established by the Village shall be sent monthly. All bills shall be payable on the 10th of the month following the receipt of the bill, and shall be paid at the office of the Clerk of the Village of Nashville. If any charge for the services of the System shall not be paid by the 10th of the month in which it shall become due and payable, a delayed payment charge of 10 percent of the amount of the bill shall be added thereto and collected therewith. If any bills for the service of the System shall remain unpaid after 60 days following the rendition of the bill therefor, the water supply for the lot, parcel of land, or premise affected shall be cut off and shall not be turned on again except on payment in full of the delinquent charges therefor, in addition to the payment of a charge of $10.00. SECTION 3. Installation of Water Services and Charges Thereon. There shall be a minimum of a 1-inch water service line for each new installation and at least one water meter per new installation. Hereafter, the charge for installing a 5/8 - 3/4 inch meter is $100.00 and the charge for installing a tap is $400.00. Charges for over 1-inch service and meter shall hereafter be on a time and materials basis. Multiple dwellings shall be charged for each additional water meter at the regular meter rate. All multiple dwellings shall have one meter for each rental unit, unless the owner of the premises agrees in writing with the Village of Nashville to be responsible for all water billings for said premises. If such latter agreement is made, the multiple dwelling shall have as many meters as the owner requests within the provisions hereof, but not less than one meter per separate building. SECTION 4. It is hereby made the duty of the Village clerk to render bills for service and all other charges in connection therewith and to collect all moneys due therefrom. SECTION 5. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed insofar as the conflictidn portions thereof are concerned. SECTION 6. This Ordinance shall be published in full In the Maple Valley News, a newspaper of general circulation in the Village, promptly after its adoption, and shall be recorded in the Ordinance Book of the Village and such recording authenticated by the signatures of the Village President and Village Clerk. SECTION 7. This Ordinance is hereby determined by the Village Council to be Immediate­ ly necessary for the preservation of peace, health, and safety of the Village and is, therefore, declared to be effective June 1,1991. PASSED and adopted by the Village of Nashville, Michigan on this 11th day of April 1991 RAYMOND HINCKLEY, President BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment LANGHAM REMODELING repairs, insurance estimates, licensed and insured, 30 years experience. 852-9300 after 4pm. Nashville. ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945. Spring is the Time for Power Wash to Clean Your Mobile Home, Travel Trailer Degrease Farm Eq., Trucks, Etc. • ALSO STRIP THE OLD PAINT • FOR PAINTING (517) 726*1000 or 726-0551 Central Mich. Power Wash VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free Maple Valley Trees and Shrubs estimates. 543-1002. Real Estate COUNTY: 10 BEAUTIFULLY WOODED ACRES 6 MILES EAST OF TORCH LAKE. Ideal hunting and camping spot. $9,500, $300 down, $125 per month, 11% Land Contract. Call Northern Land Company at 616-938-1097. ANTRIM Community Notices 2501 N. Ionia Rd. Vermontville, Mich. (1 mile South of Nashville Hwy.) 726-1108 Register for drawing. A tree to be given away MEETING OF CONCERNED CITIZENS in opposition to the Collier-Mud Creek, Tri-county Drain Improvement Project, 7:00pm Tuesday, April 23, Woodland Fire Bam. HOURS: 3:30 to Dusk Saturday 10 to 6 Sunday 10 to 6 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. April 23. 199) — Page 15 Syrup Court members have many varied interests Four young women with a variety of talents and inter­ ests comprise the 1991 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen's Court. They will be participating in many festivities as well as this weekend’s Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Fes­ tival with Queen Holli Hale. Members of the court are Leigh Stine, Dawn Brand, Kelly Endsley and Amanda Rugg. Alternate queen Leigh Stine, who was runner-up in the queen contest, is the daughter of Stephen and Pa­ tricia Stine. A member of the National Honor Society and the Maple Vqlley High School band, she also plays basket­ ball and softball and is trea­ surer of the Spanish Club. Leigh likes swimming, water-skiing, ice skating, collecting dolls and football and basketball cards and *>u£L *>u£ 4n»tca. fat it rip 1 Leigh Stine Student Council during the 1989-90 school year and par­ ticipated in the Student Leadership Forum in 1990. She is a member of Students Against Drunk Driving and has been a member of the yearbook staff. Amanda Hugg Dawn Brand Kelly Endsley Kelly Endsley, daughter of Royal and Vickie Stickles, is a member of the National Honor Society and vice pres­ ident of the Junior Class at Maple Valley High School. She also serves on the Student Council, is a band member and secretary of the Spanish Club. Country crafts, cross­ stitching, collecting porce­ lain dolls and reading are Kelly's hobbies. Kelly has fond memories of making maple syrup as a youngster with her cousin at their grandparents house. "We did this for years," she said. B fatl> hfa Mi W--M ta Mtqtigty Utailkhi imimiit j^hit riiHfe -------.J. tatMmS wfM pM WnWlGim ftffl jtajj si (opti !oq iii^W niliJlt(fli)W Sj ww® !“® faWttdWl* «‘!l# [to# There were fifteen schools represented at Godwin on Saturday, April 20 with the Lions taking fifth place. The mile relay team of Tim Edinger, Chip Reese, Aaron Patrick and Nick Grinage ran its fastest time this year of 3.44.9 - good for fifth. Taking first in the pole vault event was the team of Patrick and Steve Ainsworth with a combined height of 23’. Plac­ ing third in the shot put was the team of Keven Cheeseman and Chris Miller, while Cheeseman combined with Scott Casteele in the discus with a winning throw of 224’4”. The high jump team of Edinger and Tony Eye took fifth place. Also taking fifth in the 2 mile relay was the team of Patrick, Edinger, Tom Snyder and Nick Grinage and distance medley relay team of Casteele, Grinage, Snyder and Patrick. Wednesday M.V. had four­ teen boys place at a meet with St. Philips in Battle Creek. Taking first in the pole vault was Aaron Patrick with Steven Ainsworth taking third. Taking first in the shot put was Kevin Cheeseman, while taking third was Chris Miller. The first and second places in the discus were controlled by Lions’ Scott Casteele and M.V. Jayvees off to slow start The Maple Valley JV soft­ ball team is off to a slow start this year, posting a 0-3 early record. The season opener was at home against Middleville in a doubleheader. In the first game the Lions bats were alive but defense proved to be a problem, losing 28-17. Stacee Hawkins and Julie Huckendubler led the way with 2 hits each. Huckendubler and Becky Corkwell INSURANCE for... • Motorcycles • Boats • Jet Skis • Travel Trailers Motor Homes • Mobile Homes TOBIAS MASON Insurance Agency — FREE QUOTES — also added 5 and 4 stolen bases each. In the second game the Lions never put it together on either end losing 29-10. Angie Gordon led the team with 3 hits and 5 stolen bases. Kori Armour added 2 hits and Becky Corkwell 3 stolen bases. On Thursday the Lions traveled to Pennfield and again the bats were booming, as they scored 21 runs. However, Pennfield scored 31 runs. Samantha Hughes led the Lions with 5 hits, Kori Ar­ mour and Angie Gordon add­ ed 4 hits, and Stephanie Wakley and Linette Snyder added 3 hits each. Armour also had 4 RBI’s and Becky Corkwell added 4 stolen bases. 852-2005 • Dick Tobias Help Wanted Cobb 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 GIRLS WANTED from Michi­ gan, between the ages of9-19 to compete in this year’s Miss Pre­ Teen, Junior Teen and Teen 1991 Lansing Pageants. Over 815,000 in prizes and scholar­ ships including an all expense paid trip to Nationals in Orlando, Florida. Call for more informa­ tion, 1-800-345-2330 ExL C919. TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. B R s 17.39 10 882288 mMURb-WCXVJt L lawn chair 4 Kumulti-cotor m UltUi-cDotto r webbed webbedC chaise lounge Vermontville Hardware DOUG and JULIE DURKEE 131 S. Main St.. Vermontville, Ml Open Mon-Frl 8:306: Sal 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 726-1121 AMENDMENT TO EXHIBIT A — SEWER USER CHARGES Ord. No. 2-28-80 Village of Nashville A. CUSTOMER SERVICE CHARGE 1/ $1.15 per month per customer B. DEBT RETIREMENT CHARGES (DRC) 1/ Meter Size DRC Per Month 5/8 x 3/4” $ 7.90 3/4” 7.90 1” 13.85 1 1/2” 27.65 2” 53.70 2 1/2” 63.20 3” 110.60 4" 189.60 unmetered customers 7.90 per residential equivalent unit C. O.M&R CHARGE: EFFECTIVE APRIL 1,1991, the O.M&R charge shall be $2.06 per one thousand (1000) gallons of metered water use per month. EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 1991, for unmetered water customers, the O.M&R charge shall be $8.50 per residential equivalent unit assign­ ed to the premises per month. BEGINNING IN 1992, THE ABOVE O.M&R CHARGES SHALL BE AD­ JUSTED ANNUALLY, WITH PRIOR APPROVAL OF COUNCIL AND EFFECTIVE ON THE FIRST OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING COUN­ CIL APPROVAL, TO REFLECT INCREASES OR DECREASES IN THE MICHIGAN CONSUMER PRICE INDEX (AS PUBLISHED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR) FOR THE PRECEDING CALENDAR YEAR. For wastewater strengths exceeding normal strength sewage, as defin­ ed, the following surcharges shall be added as applicable: 1. BOD (in excess of 200 mg/1), $0.25 per excess pound. 2. Total suspended solids (in excess of 250 mg/1), $0.13 per excess pound. 1/ Rates to be effective September 1, 1980. 21 Rates to be effective March 1, 1981. PASSED and adopted by the Village of Nashville, Michigan on this 11th day of April 1991. RAYMOND HINCKLEY, President ATTEST: Rose Mary Heaton, Clerk 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Cheeseman, respectively. In the high jump placed third. Chip Reese was the long jump. Patrick won the mile in 4:52 while the 440 relay team of Morawski, Reese, Jason Green and Jamie Jones also was victorious. The 2 mile run had two Lions taking places. Ainsworth had first and Matt Bowen took the third place. U SpeciaL Maple Valley boy’s track team takes fifth at Godwin Invitational Saturday 2»^ h 10 |j( watching all sports. "The hard work, sweet sap and pride make maple syrup Vermontville’s finest prod­ uct,” she said. Dawn Brand, daughter of Charles and Dixie Brand, serves on the Maple Valley Student Council. She is involved with the Spanish Club, Prom Com­ mittee, high school band and her church youth group. Dawn plays piano and baritone, loves collecting bells and enjoys roller-skat­ ing, clowning and volleyball. Amanda Rugg has been active in high school track for three years and the vol­ leyball team for two years. The daughter of Terry and Larry Rugg, she said she en­ joys cooking, writing, spending time with children and animals, shopping and talking on the telephone. Amanda has served on the 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 YEA: Raymond Hinckley, Ted Speelstra, Forrest Burd, Sue VanDerske, Charles Smith, Richard Chaffe Jr., and Carol Dwyer �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23. 1991 — Page 16 Sara Degroot of the Lions uncorks a pitch during Maple Valley's doubleheader on Tuesday against Middleville (no further information available). Maple Valley's Dan Franks fires a pitch during Tuesday's doubleheader at Mid­ dleville. Franks, scattered seven Trojan hits as the Lions won the first game 6-2. Middleville won the second game on a Steve Baumgartner no hitter in five innings. M.V. girls track team places first at Godwin relays The M.V. varsity girls track team traveled to Godwin Heights last Saturday where it won 9 of 12 events and ran up a total of 99 points to win the Wolverine relays. Byron Center was runner up with 50 points and Morley Stanwood was third with 49 points in the 15-team field. Taking first in the field events for the Lions were Rachelle Cheeseman and Tracy Kangas in the discus; and Lora Emery in the shot put; and Janet Boldrey and Stephanie Bouwens in the long jump. Three of the running relays the girls won with meet record times. They were the 6400 relay team of Tammy Ashley. Cheri Sessions, Min­ dy Shoup and Cindy Furlong with a time of 24:13.1. The sprint medley team of Ashley, Retha Byrd, Bouwens, and Boldrey with a time of 3:05.2, and the mile relay team of Ashley, Shoup, Jennifer Phenix and Boldrey with a time of 4:21.8. Fassett Body Shop -­ (517) 726-0319 8 am. to 5 p.m. MonFXrU COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml Other relay teams placing first was the 880 team of Byrd, Phenix, Bouwens and Boldrey; the distance medley team of Shoup, Alicia Golovich, Sessions and Furlong; and the two mile relay team of Furlong, Alice Moore, Ashley and Shoup. Also placing in the top six for the Lions was the shuttle hurdle relay team of Renee Rosin, Bouwens, Janet Pool, and Phenix, who placed 5th. Sessions and Byrd teamed up in the high jump to place 6th, and the 440 relay team of Kel­ ly Eastman, Pool, Byrd and Phenix placed third. Wednesday the girls won a dual meet over St. Philip by the score of 110 to 18. Placing first in their events were Boldrey in the long jump, 100 yard dash and 220 yard dash; Shoup in the half mile; Ashley in the 440 yard dash; Cheeseman in the Maple Valley High School WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, APRIL 23 Sr. Boys Father & Guest Night, Cafe., 7:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24 Var. Track, Away, Pennfield, 4:30 p.m. Fresh. Baseball, Away, Harper Creek, 4:00 (D.H.) THURSDAY, APRIL 25 Var. Baseball & Softball, Away, Olivet, 4:30 p.m. J.V. Baseball & Softball, Home, Olivet, 4:30 p.m. Jr. Hi Track, Home, St. Philip, 4:30 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL 26 — NO SCHOOL Syrup Festival in Vermontville begins. MONDAY, APRIL 29 Var. Baseball & Softball, Home, Olivet, 4:30 p.m. Serving Our Country] discus; Sessions in the high jump and mile run; Kangas in the shot put; Furlong in the two mile; Phenix in the high and low hurdles; the two mile relay team of Amy Kipp, Ashley, Bouwens, and Shoup; the 880 relay team of Byrd, Phenix, Bouwens and Boldrey; the 440 relay team of Pool, Rosin, Shoup and Byrd; and the mile relay team of Ashley, Shoup, Phenix and Kipp. Barry County COA menu, events set Wednesday, April 24 Veal parmesan, corn, asparagus, bread, fruit. Thursday, April 25 Macaroni and cheese, broc­ coli cuts, beets, fruit. Friday, April 26 Swedish meatballs, Italian blend, mashed potatoes, bread, pudding. Monday, April 29 Chuck wagon with gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots, bread, fruit. Tuesday, April 30 Classic ribettes, red potatoes, mixed veggies, bread, pears. Rachelle Cheeseman’s throw in the discus of 107’0” made her the sixth girl at Maple Valley ever to throw the discus over 100 feet. The team will go to Pennfield for a dual meet Wednesday and on Friday travel to Mount Pleasant for the Lyle Bennett Central Michigan Relays. EWING WELL DRILLING , INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm IVe stock a complete? ■ line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies Events Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Eric W. Terpening, son of Jerry L. and Judy K. Terpening of 309 Cleveland St., Nashville, recently returned from deployment to the Middle East in support of HEARTWORM TESTING Medication and vaccines—Dog or Cat NASHVILLE FIRE HALL Wednesday 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday 1 to 3 p.m. THROUGH MAY 18 ONLY For the Ark Mobile Veterinary Unit next to Fire Hall — All other times for surgery, treatments, or testing by appoint­ ment — Please call 616-792-9500. We are trying to establish quality and convenient small animal care at affordable prices — your support is appreciated. Dr. Lorry Julius Operation Desert Storm while serving aboard the destroyer USS Spruance, homeported in Mayport, Fla. Operation Desert Storm was the largest deployment of U.S. military forces since Vietnam. The operation was in response to Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait and threat to Saudi Arabia. A 1988 graduate of Maple Valley High School. He join­ ed the Navy in August 1988. Wednesday, April 24 Delton, Matinee; Woodland, singalong with Margaret Reid; Hastings, singalong with the Fun and Play Children. Thursday, April 25 Nashville, bingo. Friday, April 26 Nashville, popcorn; Woodland, blood pressure; Delton, singalong with Margaret Reid. Monday, April 29 Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, April 30 - All sites puzzles. 726-0088 (517) 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Western Dance - LESSON Tuesday Night • 7-9 p.m RON MEYER, INSTRUCTOR Call for information...5177649-8375" Sportsman’s Tavern M-43, MULLIKEN �the 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 raider Phone 945-9554 Hastings �The Mople Volley News, Noshville, Tuesdoy, April 23, 1991 — Page18 Engagements Gypsy moth workshop planned in Eaton County The Eaton County Cooperative Extension Extension SerCooperative vice has scheduled a workshop on management of the gypsy moth for Tuesday, April 30, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The free educational workshop will be held at the Delta Township Hall, 7710 W. Saginaw Highway. The gypsy moth is found in every county in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula and in cer­ tain areas of the Upper Penin­ sula. In 1990 limited areas of defoliation were noted in Help Wanted Whitemore - Gearhart Doug and Joie Whitemore proudly announce the engage­ ment of their daughter, Stephanie Ann, to Tai Dee Gearhart, son of Marilyn And William Hosey of Vermont­ ville and Larry and Martha Gearhart of Olivet. The bride-to-be is a 1989 graduate of Maple Valley High School. She is a sophomore of Olivet College in the education program. She works at the After School Enrichment Program in Olivet. The prospective bridegroom is a 1987 graduate of Maple Valley High School. He will be graduating from Olivet College in May with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He is serving an internship at State Farm In­ surance Co. in Marshall. An Oct. 12 wedding is be­ ing planned at the First United Methodist Church Hastings. Jordan - Thompson Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Jor­ dan of Barryton and Mr. and Mrs. Parmer Thompson of Cumberland City, Tenn., would like to announce the engagement of their children, Debra Jordan and Parmer Thompson II of Nashville. A July 20, 1991, wedding date has been set. POSTAL JOBS $11.41 to $14.90/hr. For exam and application information call 219-769-6649 ext. MI 168 8am to 8pm 7 days. Fann FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Chan­ nel Catfish, Perch, and Fathead Minnows. LAGGIS* FISH FARM, INC., 08988 35th St, Gobles, MI 49055, Ph. (616)628-2056 days (616)624-6215 evenings. Eaton County. Gypsy moth caterpillars can be annoying. Although they feed on trees, large cater­ pillars will wander into the house, garage, patio, deck, yard furniture, or any object associated with residential liv­ ing. When they do this in large numbers, especially when trees are weakened wh defoliated, making them the susceptible to other insects and disease problems that can kill them. Anyone interested in atten­ ding the workshop is asked to register by calling the Exten­ sion office at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. Binder Park Zoo promoting ‘Read on Wild Side Binder Park Zoo, Battle Creek, has joined forces with libraries around the state in designing “Read on the Wild Side” programs and activities that will ignite children’s in­ terest in reading and wildlife. Across the country, libraries host summer reading programs for children to pro­ mote an interest in reading and fight illiteracy. The Michigan Library Association has decided on the theme “Read on the Wild Side” for its 1991 summer reading program. This theme will focus on wild animals, especially those often found in zoos. Eaton County flags now available The official Eaton County flag was adopted May 21, 1969. Only limited numbers of the flag were originally made available. Chairman of the Board of Commissioners, Leonard Peters, and the 1990 County Board authorized the produc­ tion of 100 county flags for the public, as well as for of­ ficial ceremonies. The 3’ x 5’ nylon flags, suitable for out- after stripping trees offoliage, the experience can be unplea unpleasant and upsetting. When feeding, the gypsy moth caterpillar can leave trees stripped of foliage. Caterpillars eat leaves of several hardwood trees, in­ cluding oak, birch, basswood, apple and aspen. Unhealthy door use, are available at the diagonal background stands county clerk’s office and the forfarming in the county. Cooperative Extension Ser­ The white part is for invice. The price is $35 plus dustry in the county. sales tax. The shock ofgrain signifies The county flag was created one ofthe mainfarming pro­ by Girl Scout Troop No. 81 of ducts in the county, namely Olivet. In a letter to former grains. The red maple lefisfor one County Clerk Kathryn Bosworth, Peggy Swan ex­ of the county *s oldest in­ plained the symbolism of the dustries, maple syrup and maple products. Also, it flag: "The green part of the stands for the county seat, Charlotte — the Maple City. ' ’ Librarians will encourage reading about wildlife through specially designed materials contained in an activity manual and “Discovery Boxes.” The activity manual, produced in a cooperative agreement with the Michigan Library Association and Binder Park Zoo, includes hundreds of ideas for crafts, games, songs, activity sheets, natural history information and more. The “Discovery Boxes,” produced with the assistance of John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids and the Detroit Zoo, contain a variety of “biofacts” such as bison fur, snake shed, and cross sections of antlers. These boxes also have magnifying glasses, animal stamps, wildlife cards, and binoculars in them for children to use. In addition, many libraries throughout Southwest Michigan will be visited this summer by Binder Park Zoo’s Zoomobile, a unique nature program featuring wildlife presentations and touchable live animals. Then on Saturday, Aug. 10, Binder Park will present a “Read on the Wild Side” Zoo parly. This special day is dedicated to reading and wildlife and will include a craft station, magic shows, animal presentations, a folk singer, and a raffle where children can register to win books. For more information, call the zoo office at (616) 979-1351, or contact your local library. Three area matmen going to state finals Only three area freestyle matmen will wrestle at U.S.A. Wrestling State finals on Saturday at East Kentwood High School. All other Maple Valley wrestlers were eliminated either at the district or regional level. Those continuing on to the finals are: 9 & 10 Group II, Kyle Lackscheide, 3rd place; 11 & 12 Group III, Ryan Elliston, 4th place, David Taylor, 3rd place. 51st Annual WELCOME TO THE MAPLE SYRUP 51st Annual Sweetwater Country Store welcomes you to the MAPLE SYRUP 1989 Maple syrup Festival Stop in and check us but, for all your party needs. •Hot & Cold Sandwiches “apie sym ana Candy For Quality Service And aRQUEST RQUES Parts Monroe P.v. Shocks Maremont Mufflers Oil & Air Filter by wix Trico Wiper KEN'S STANDARD SERVICE — VERMONTVILLE — Hope you will fill your tanks with our products and come enjoy the 51st Annual Maple Syrup Festival! 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And so are tourism officials, since a good morel crop br­ ings in thousands of visitors. “About a half million peo­ ple residing in and out of the state head for the Michigan north each year to hunt mushrooms,” reports Peter Erickson, AAA Michigan Club Services director. “Hotel rooms, restaurants and shops all benefit from morel fever.” Many folks with morel­ mania, especially from Ohio and Indiana, also stay over­ night in Michigan cam­ pgrounds in their search for the elusive morel. Black morels surface first, usually in late April or early May. White morels fruit about a week later, followed by giant morels. Mushroom-hunters say the best spot to find morels is in the upper half of the Lower Peninsula, in woods near the base ofhardwood trees and in hilly areas. Experts advise the most im­ portant point to know about morel hunting is how to recognize false morels which could be poisonous. Inex­ perienced pickers should hunt Michigan's potato stocks reported up Potato growers and pro­ cessors in Michigan held 1.3 million hundredweight (cwt.) of potatoes on April 1, accor­ ding to the Federal/State Michigan Agricultural Statistics Service. This is 63 percent above stocks a year earlier and represents 14 percent of 1990 fall crop production. Disappearance of the 1990 crop from harvest to April 1 totaled 7.9 million cwt. Disappearance of the 1989 crop during the comparable period was nearly 6.6 million cwt. Disappearance includes sales, shrink, and waste. Fall potato stocks on April 1 in the 15 major fall states are estimated at nearly 92 million cwt., 9 percent above last year’s level. Potatoes remain­ ing in storage accounted for 27 percent of the 1990 crop, equal to the level of a year ago.. Disappearance of potatoes from the 15 storage states so far this season is a record 244 million cwt., up 5 percent r from a year ago. Processing in the 8 major states claimed 116 million cwt. ofpotatoes from the 1990 crop thus far, 7 percent above last year and 21 percent above 1988. CONGRATULATIONS on your ... with a knowledgeable guide. When morel hunting, wear comfortable long-sleeve shirts and long pants to avoid insect bites and poisonous plants. Bring a paring knife to cut morel stems and a paper sack or basket to carry the mushrooms. It’s also a good idea to bring a compass ifhun­ ting in unfamiliar territory. Erickson added that morel hunting can be cheaper than purchasing the savory mushroom, since a pound will average anywhere between $8 and $18 this season, depen­ ding on availability. Tourists are encouraged to visit one of four state festivals celebrated during Michigan’s morel season-which generally runs through May: • The Harrison Mushroom Festival, May 11, will feature a mushroom hunting contest, arts and crafts show, and mushroom maps and cookbooks. • The highlight of Boyne City’s National Mushroom Hunting Championship, May 11-12, is a two-day event with a carnival and various mushroom dishes served at restaurants. • Mesick’s Mushroom Festival, May 10-12, offers visitors a variety of activities, including a hunt, craft sale, parade, flea market, bam dance and mud bog — with men in four wheel drive vehicles racing through a deep mud pit. • Lewiston’s Morel Mushroom Festival, May 11, will hold a contest for the largest and most morels, arts and crafts fair and cooking demonstration. 51st Annual MAPLE SYRUP ENGINE REBUILDING and a COMPLETE MACHINE SHOP Recondition Heads Magnaflux 8 cylinder V-6 6 cylinder 4 cylinder 4 cylinder over head cam Blocks Heads V-8’s 6 cylinder Connecting rods Crank shaft Reface valves Clean pistons & Install rings Knurling Guides Replacing Guides Degreasing Block - remove oil plugs I Heads Other parts, pan, covers, etc. Soft plugs installed Assemble engine Short block Complete Make hydraulic hoses Installing cam bearings Reboring cylinders Honing cylinders Press pistons Pin fittings Cut rotors Drums Press axle bearings Auto Value PARTS STORES AUTO & FARM SUPPLY MAIN STREET, NASHVILE • PH. 852-9500 Congratulations on your 51st Syrup Festival Quad Runner® 160E Front Row Center To Excitement. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 40 — Tuesday, April 30, 1991 Preliminary budget sees shortfall for local schools by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A potential shortfall of $124,396 is shown in - a preliminary 1991-92 school budget projection considered by the Maple Valley Board of Education. The report was presented to the board Monday by Superintendent Dr. Ozzie Parks. He stressed that the figures were preliminary and that data was based only on major items of revenue and expenditures known at this time. “We are not counting the minor ups and downs,’’ noted Parks. The board intends to begin preparing its official new budget this month and must have it in place by the end of June. Parks suggested two ways to reduce or eliminate thee anticipated shortfall for next school year: Do not purchase two new buses as planned, for an estimated savings of It's status quo for Nashville's Main Street paving project by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter There will be no immediate remedial work on the state’s recent paving of Nashville’s Main Street, and the contrac­ tor whose payment had been withheld for several months will be paid. This was the word last week from state officials, it was an­ nounced at Thursday’s Village Council meeting., The problem stemmed from local dissatisfaction with quality of blacktopping in a $131,000 state project last fall, when Main Street (M-66) was resurfaced from Church Street to Brumm Road. Nashville officials complained to representatives of the Michigan Department of Transporation, and were told that payment to contractor Rieth-Riley Construction Company Inc. would be withheld until spring to see how the new pavement withstood the winter. State officials, including Andy Strupulis, resident MDOT engineer, and Lee A. Kinney, MDOT district engineer, came to Nashville last week to meet with Village President Ray Hinckley, President Pro Tem Ted Spoelstra and Trustee Forrest Burd to re-examine the situation. The new blacktop surface has large pock marks that local officials had feared would fill with water and freeze in the winter, cracking the surface of the roadway. “They (state engineers) feel the road came through the winter OK,” reported Spoelstra. “They are going to let Rieth-Riley off the hook.” He said the engineers agreed the appearance of the roadway is “lousy,” but felt it was OK as far as durability, and predicted it may smooth out in hot weather. “MDOT said they will take care ofthe road ifit starts fall­ ing apart,” added Spoelstra. “We are to let them know if we have a problem.” Hinckley also had express­ ed displeasure that the new paving job fell some 50 feet short of connecting with an earlier paving project over Quaker Brook on South Main Street. MDOT representatives said they, too, were displeas­ ed with this engineering over­ sight and promised the missed section will be paved the next time the state does ajob in this area. In other business Thursday, the council agreed to imple­ ment by July 1 a recentlyapproved water rate increase tied to the rate of inflation. Adjustments will be made anSee Paving job, on page 2 $80,960, or seek a one-mill increase for school operations, which would bring in about $157,709. Trustee Ronald Tobias questioned why the school’s transportation department was targeted for a possible major cut in expenditures. “We have not come up with anything else of sizeable funds,” responded Parks. “This is the thing that stuck its head up.” Pat Powers, acting director of transportation, gave the board a comprehensive report on the condition of the bus fleet, and said if new buses are not purchased this coming school year, two of the pre­ sent vehicles will need com­ plete engine overhauls. He noted that the annual repair account fund would have to be increased from its present $23,000 to at least $30,000 to cover the anticipated work. “If we don’t get two new buses this (coming school) year, next year will we have to buy four?” asked Trustee Irma Gene Baker. The other alternative to the budget crunch, suggested by Parks, involved asking voters to approve an additional one mill for operations. He said that if the board had “any in­ clination” for a millage in­ crease, he would have to know by the May 13 meeting in order to get it on the ballot for the annual school election in June. Among anticipated major increases in expenditures are $292,299 in salaries and $120,000 in health insurance. Parks noted that the latter reflected a possible 20 percent hike, which would be a “worst case scenario.” The major possible increase in revenues is $144,558 in state aid and local taxes. Parks projected a 4 percent increase in the state aid formula for Maple Valley’s 1,671 students. In other business Monday, the board approved a proposal for a $40,000 technology lab that will cost the school only a $4,000 outlay. The balance will be paid by $20,000 in grant funds from the Eaton In­ termediate School District and $16,000 in Maple Valley funds that EISD is holding for vocational education programs. The lab will be implemented into the present eighth grade shop, and will in­ troduce students to technology that is changing their world. A nine-week Exploring Technology course will em- phasize hands-on experiences that allow students to explore changes in technology and produce significant projects. “It is a broad-based pro­ gram of technology and pro­ blem solving,” said Parks. “It will be nice to be able to equip our shop that way, with advance robotics. Wood and metal shops are not up with the times in industry.” William Kipp, Maple Valley shop teacher, spoke in favor of the program. He said he was very impressed with the technology lab that Eaton Rapids schools have establish­ ed under this program. The new lab also will be useful to students in physics, science or math classes. In another matter, the board decided that Maple Valley will drop out ofthe Communi­ ty Education consortium with Lakewood Schools, and will administer its own program starting July 1. Lakewood has See Budget crisis, page 2 Sunshine, sweetness top record-setting festival by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A liberal portion of sun­ shine, pleasantly warm temperatures with minimal rain, cooperation of organizers, a record-setting crowd and the generosity of a former Vermontville resident were key ingredients that pro­ duced a memorable 1991 Maple Syrup Festival last weekend. Local maple syrup pro­ ducers were out in number, showing and selling their wares to thousands of visitors who flocked to the historic State Rep. Frank Fitzgerald of Grand Ledge presented Albert and Mary Bell with a special tribute signed by state dignitaries, including Gov. John Engler. The family has produced syrup for 100 years on the Bell's Centennial Farm near Nashville. community for its 51st annual festival. “This is the largest crowd we have ever had,” said Gene Fisher, president of the spon­ soring Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation. “The weather is good and the cooperation (of organizers) has been fabulous.” The festival kicked off Fri­ day evening when Crown Amusements opened their midway, offering unlimited rides for a $7 fee. Bill Count, a former Vermontville resi­ dent now living in Battle Creek, made that occasion brighter for 20 underprivileg­ ed children in the community. He donated sufficient money to the local Chamber of Com­ merce to see that the youngsters could participate in the unlimited rides event. “He said he saw some children last year who really wanted to ride, but couldn’t,” noted Lisa Mulvany, chamber secretary. Working with the school and the Department of Social Services, the organization was able to select 20 youngsters See Maple Syrup, page 9 Prince Charming (Bryan Romer) and his bride Cinderella (Amanda Kirchof), both of Vermontville, were among the charming entries in the children's parade. In This Issue... • Plans under way for Alumni Banquet • Lions Club holds senior boys program • Sheriff warns of paving scam • Lions learn about adopt-a-highway �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 — Page 2 Budget crisis projected for Maple Valley Schools f been running the local pro­ gram since 1981. “We see an advantage financially and other ways in having the program operated locally,” said Parks. ”It give us greater control of our own program. Primarily what we do now (with Lakewood) is run our budget through them.” Kay Hartzler, Maple Valley Community Education Direc­ tor, said the change will “promote long-rang plann­ ing.” She stressed that fun­ ding for the program is based on attendance, and the money to run the community educa­ tion program does not come out of general school funds. “The Adult Education philosophy, is that you run in the black,” noted Hartzler. “If the money is not here, the program is cut.” Parks said the switch to local control has been endors­ ed by Maple Valley’s Central Planning Committee, com­ prised of school and com­ munity volunteers. Hartzler said Dr. Parks’ ex­ perience in administering Adult and Community Educa­ tion programs will be very helpful, and a state-mandated citizen advisory council allows for direct community input. The majority of in-formula school districts administer their own Community Educa­ tion programs, noted Parks. “This is the trend now,” he observed. In other business Monday, the board: — Approved purchase by Maplewood Elementary School of a high-tech stencil machine and a small copier for a total of $9,395. The stencil machine is designed LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION Notice of Last Day of Registration of the Electors of 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 Monday, June 10, 1991. 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 10,1991, IS MONDAY, MAY 13, 1991. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, MAY 13, 1991, 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. Ronald Tobias, Secretary, Board of Education for high volume runs and operates at about half the cost per copy of a bond copier. The need for upgraged copy machines in all Maple Valley school buildings was discuss­ ed. Besides normal office pur­ poses, the machines are fre­ quently used by teachers to produce multiple classroom handouts. Teacher Sharlot Sours told the board, “We are no longer dealing with paper and pencil and blackboard and chalk. Copy materials are the way we are going.” — Accepted the resigna­ tions of Nancy Dufault, special education teacher, and Wesley Smock, agricultural science teacher. Both resigna­ tions are effective at the end CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass........... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ......6 p.m. • Wednesday: AWAN A 6:45 p.m. Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship....... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . .11 am. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG of the current school year. — Approved tenure for a lengthy list of teachers recommended by their building principals, Nancy Potter (Fuller-Kellogg), David Doozan (Mapelwood) and Larry Lenz (Jr.-Sr. High). — Agreed to deny a request from school support staff employee Marilyn Hosey for a change in contract status. In March the board heard a com­ plaint from Hosey about a re­ cent arbitration decision to cut her pay resulting from a change in her position. A 15-year employee of Maple Valley schools, Hosey had been a bus driver until December 1989, when she became a cook. She believes that according to the board’s contract with the Maple Valley Education Support Personnel Association, her pay scale should not have been cut back to the level of a “Step 3” employee. Her grievance progressed through channels to arbitra­ tion, where the final decision against her was made by the school board’s arbitrator, Harlow Claggett of the Michigan Association of School Boards. "Obviously the employee we’re talking about is a valued employee,” noted Trustee John Krohlik. “But the board has, to go by what the ar­ bitrator has ruled. It is a bad situation for all concerned.” Paving job at status quo r nually based on the Consumer Price Index, as published by the U. S. Department of Labor for the preceding calen­ dar year. Earlier this month council approved making the first water rate adjustment in 1991 and a sewer rate CPI adjust­ ment in 1992. In other matters, the council: — Approved renting a por­ tion of the old Department of Public Works garage on Cleveland Street to Kelly Lawn Service of Bellevue for storage of equipment. The deal, which would bring in $150 per month in rent, is contingent on approval of the village zoning administator to make sure such use of the building is in compliance with Nashville’s zoning ordinance. — Discussed a case of possible encroachment on the Gribbin Block property, own­ ed by Jeffrey Beebe. The mat­ ter involves new curbing in­ stalled near the building as an alley way approach during a state highway repaving pro­ ject last fall. A council com­ mittee met earlier this month with Beebe to work out a solu­ tion, but Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer suggested that the MDOT should be contacted to see if the state should bear some of the responsibility for solving the problem. — Heard a concern ex­ pressed by Trustee Chip Smith about vehicles blocking access to the local ambulance and fire stations during the periods that a mobile veterinary clinic operates Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL Continued from front page NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School....... A.M. Service ...... P.M. Service ...... Wed. Service...... .9:45 am. ...11 a.m. ..... 7 p.m. ...... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... ..7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................... ........ 7 REV. ALAN METTllER From front page — Announced that Hin­ there. He said two autos recently obstructed the door ckley, Spoelstra, Chaffee, and where the ambulance must ex­ Dwyer will attend a May 1 it the building. Smith said this seminar in Lansing dealing could prove a serious problem with legal and liability issues for General Law Villages. in an emergency. — Discussed transferring Smith also questioned the use of electricity from the sta­ some of the village sewer and tions by the mobile vet clinic, water department Certificates which is a private business. of Deposits to keep them Hinckley said authorization within federal insurance for the clinic did not come limitation. — Approved a request from the Village Council. A fire and ambulance board from Putnam Public Library comprised of township and to allow youngsters to make village representatives has chalk drawings of storybook characters on sidewalks in the control of the operation. — Heard a report from business district during the Hinckley, Burd, and Trustee Harvest Festival celebration Richard Chaffee on a visit in August. they recently made to Olivet to learn more about the pro­ cess of changing from a General Law Village to a Home Rule City, something the Nashville council has discussed recently. Com-S Maple Valley Athletic Boosters prehensive figures and facts were provided by Olivet, a | community that made the • MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA change in 1958. 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Service ......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER I �X The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 — Page 3 Plans underway for Maple Valley Schools annual Alumni Banquet x. x. Nj Sij\S LS^ LS w ’'x’ Bethany Adams was the first Brownie to get her hair done when the troop recently visited their sponsor, Diane McGhan of The Personal Touch beauty salon near Nashville. *!^ 2 *"S *" >& **k T’Mk **• *£fcU$'*>*» *fcU.'**» :!gsj :gsj Brownie troop learns about styling Brownie Scouts in Nashville’s Troop No. 600 learned about hair styling last week from a professional. Tuesday afternoon, with their leader Janet Adams, the girls visited their troop spon­ sor, The Personal Touch Hair Salon on Thomapple Lake Road near Nashville. Using some of the girls as models, proprietor Diane McGhan showed various aspects ofhair styling. Adams said she hoped other Nashville Girl Scout Troops will be able to visit their 1991 sponsors in the near future. PENNY SUPPER | V.F.W. Post 8260, Nashville, MI ■ Wsfcm^ l*tfeafWll feaf Wll "Mikl " i(h ife» aturday, May 4th s Serving...5:30-7:30 P.M. Swiss Steak • Sausage and Kraut Chairperson: Linda Dunkelberger BINGO j ^jli Skl'WU; IJD- wj Sue Ball’s Troop 619 is spon­ sored by Wolever’s Real Estate; Kim Furlong and Anita Fox lead Troop 646, which is sponsored by J. G. Standardised Farm and Furlong’s Heating and Cool­ ing; Kari Hart’s Daisy Troop 689 is sponsored by Tim’s Pizza of Olivet; Country Video III sponsors two troops, 730 and 632, led by Laurie Pettengill; and Kathy’s Varie­ ty store is sponsored of Katy’s Mace’s Troop 622. The annual “Bridging” ceremony for Nashville Girl Scouts has been set for 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, at the Nashville Baptist Church. Adams asks that anyone wishing to donate or sell their used Girl Scout uniforms or Daisy aprons, to contact her at 852-0733. at the door the night of the J-Ad Graphics News Service The annual banquet reunion banquet. The school will be of alumni of Nashville, Ver­ open at 5 p.m. for those who montville and Maple Valley want to visit and reminisce, schools is set for Saturday, and punch will be available before the dinner hour. May 25. For more information about The dinner, which will be at 7 p.m. in the high school the event, contact Association gymnasium, will offer a President Russ Furlong, choice of stuffed breast of Treasurer Nancy Ostergren or chicken or swiss steak with all Secretary Judy Hook, all of Nashville. the trimmings. Hook said there will be Because of the size of the mailing list, invitations are special honored classes this mailed only to those who at­ year (50th year anniversary of tended the previous year and graduation, 40th year, etc.). She also noted that the to other alumni in five-year increments. This year, invita­ Alumni Association needs so­ tions went out to the Classes meone willing to serve as vice of 1971, ’66, ’61, ’56, ’51, president, Vermontville ’46, ’41, etc. Those who did not receive an invitation in the mail may still make reservations by sen­ ding a check to Maple Valley Alumni Association, 11903 Lawrence Highway, Nashville, 49073. Reserva­ tions for each alumni and a guest may be sent to the Alumni Association no later than May 15. The meal is $7 per person and current year dues for the alumni are $1. Alumni may pick up tickets secretary and Maple Valley secretary. Election of officers will be held at the Alumni business meeting after the dinner. Help also is needed to find a few alumni whose current ad­ dresses are unknown. Among the “missing” Nashville grads are Florence Lapham, Class of 1941; Peggy Boner, 1951; Rodney Purvis and Norma Mason, 1956; and Gretchen Engle, Sandra Burpee and Dawn Michaels, of the Class of 1961. 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Eaton Federal Bank OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FDIC INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... By Susan Hinckley Fatal train-pedestrian accident stunned Nashville 60 years ago Over its more than a cen­ tury of operation through Nashville, the rail line has been involved in several fatalities, including deaths of railroad workmen. Most loss of life, however, has been the result of vehicle­ train collisions on one of the three railroad crossings within the village limits. Sixty years ago today the town was abuzz with news of the latest episode: an accident in which a pedestrian was struck and killed by a fast­ moving “noon flier.” Details of this and other stories of the day appeared in The Nashville News of April 30, 1931: dent point before it came to full stop. Her handbag established her identity quickly. She had been downtown for her Saturday groceries and garden seeds and was on her way home at the time of the accident. Justice of the Peace McVeigh viewed the remains in the presence of four witnesses and rendered an open verdict that the death was due to an accident and there there would be no inquest. Monthly meeting of C of C was Monday evening Aged Nashville lady struck by train — killed instantly Shocked beyond measure were the residents of Nashville and vicinity as the news passed of the tragic death of Mrs. Julia Jones, who was killed instantly when struck by the Michigan Cen­ tral’s “noon flier,” a fast westbound train, at the South Main Street crossing in Nashville on Saturday. With Mrs. Jones’ lips seal­ ed in death, no one will ever knowjust how it all happened, although there were several who witnessed the tragedy. All agree that Mrs. Jones, who was past 70 years of age, would readily pass for 60 from her generad appearance and motions, that her hearing and eyesight were generally excellent, and that she was perfectly familiar with the area, for she had been going back and forth over the same route all ofthe 53 years ofher residence on the south side of Nashville. Whether she failed to hear the train whistle at the station, or thought she had hurried over its particular track, no one will know, but when the train whistled as it neared her she paused an instant and that instant spelled her doom. Broken, brusied and dead, she was carried or thrown some 60 feet down the track and the train, alleged to have been traveling 60 miles or more an hour, went on pro­ bably 80 rods from the acci­ The regular monthly meeting of the Nashville Chamber of Commerce was held last Monday evening. The meeting and dinner was at the Belson Cafe, and was served in the usual good style of this establishment. Thirty-one members and their guests were present. The reports of several committees were heard. Investigations were still be­ ing made into the proposition of securing a canning plant for Nashville or at least a receiv­ ing station, and the committee reported some progress in this matter. A special committee in­ vestigating the rounding ofthe turn at the intersection of M-13 and the Hastings road were not prepared to make a report until next meeting. Regarding a new sign board to be erected at the “three bridges,” it was reported by those looking after this matter that the new sign was in the process ofpainting and would be erected next week. Considerable discussibn enused regarding a “Dollar Day” or something along that line to stimulate business. The issue was received with much enthusiasm and a committee of three, consisting of C. L. Glasgow, E. L. Kane and E. C. Kraft, was appointed to inteview the merchants, for-mulate plans and get the idea working as soon as possible. The Rev. S. J. Francis, pastor of the Methodist Church, discoursed at some length on the matter of cooperation among the businessmen, and among the Give Mother a.. Gift Certificate ...and receive an additional discount! Stvles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville • .WALK-INS WELCOME 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE Open ‘ p thw “ri. people of Nashville in general, contending, as we all know, that cooperation spells success; lack of cooperation points to a condition no one likes to admit. Cooperate with Theater the Star A number of the merchants and business places ofthe city and neighboring towns are cooperating with the Star Theater here, in the way of giving their customers the ad­ vantage of securing a ticket to a show by purchasing goods at their place of business. A purchase of 25 cents worth of any kind of mechandise at any place mentioned below will secure a ticket to any show at the Star Theater Wednesday or Thursday evenings. The merchants have gone to a good deal of expense in securing these tickets and hope their customers will take advantage of them. Tickets may be obtained at the follow­ ing places: Nashville Home Pantry, Fumiss Drug Store, Diamante Fruit Store, Hannemann’s Store, Eddy Oil Station, Paul N. Perkins, Beedle Bros., Frank Caley’s and Art Appleman. Vermontville — Roy Mat­ thews, Myrt Raze and Roy Weeks. The Slout Players enlarge their show The Ruth and L. Verne Slout Players, who open a three-day engagement at Ver­ montville on Thursday, May 7, have enlarged their show this year and added Flo Phillips and her Melody Boys, a novelty entertainment orchestra. A 15- to 20-minute concert will be given each night before the show. Everyone is advised to arrive early so they will not miss this rare treat. The westbound "noon flier" had whistled at the Nashville station (left) before sailing across the Main Street crossing, striking an elderly pedestrian. Michigan Central's 1904 passenger depot is seen in this photo, taken about 16 years before that 1931 accident. Over the century of rail service through Nashville, fatalities occurred at all three crossings in the village. Besides the orchestra, the Slout Players have signed up that popular radio star from the old REO station, Merwin Jenkins, the blind wizard of the accordian. Merwin was known as “The Sunshine Boy” when his programs were featured over the REO station. He recently received a great deal of notoriety throughout the state due to a rather difficult and startling operation that was performed on one of his eyes in the at­ tempt to regain his sight. The opening play will be a crazy concoction of comedy entitled “The Little Spitfire.” It contains splendid leading parts for Ruth and Jack Lowry, the new leading man and partner. The rest of the company are well cast in their respective roles. The other two plays to be presented are “Under the Bed,” a riot of laughter, and the feature play, “Nice Girls Don’t.” Nashville P.T.A. holds final session The May meeting of the Parent-Teacher Association was conducted by President Mrs. Gladys Edmonds. The seventh and eighth grade room won the book for die month by having the largest number of parents present. — Serroll Powers, with Clair Pennock as helper, has been in Grand Ledge and St. Johns this past week, buying and packing wool. — Dr. G. J. Davis, Ver­ montville veterinarian, was in town Wednesday. — Frank Lentz and Carl Lentz were business visitors in Grand Rapids Tuesday. — State Rep. and Mrs. L. W. Feighner were home from Lansing over the weekend. — Wenger Bros, market is sporting a new awning and the sign over the door has been repainted. — Percy Penfold has ac­ cepted a position as butter maker at the East Jordan Co­ operative Creamery. — Noah Wenger leaves tonight for Sharon with a par­ ty of friends, the Cottontail Club of Burton Heights, on a trout fishing expedition. — Ralph Olin is moving from his old location in the former Caley blacksmith shop to the former Jerry Capen garage building further south on Main Street. — From our general rains, which did so much good last week, came cooler weather, with snow flurries, Sunday especially, and low Local news — Mrs. Charles Spellman temperatures again. is slowly gaining after a se­ Continued on next page cond light stroke of paralysis. Officers for the coming year were elected, the ballot resulting as followed: presi­ dent, Mrs. Belle Everts; vice president, Mrs. Ralph McNitt; secretary, Mrs. Harry Williams; treasurer, Mr. Vandeventer. A splendid program had been planned. Eleanor Parrott gave a recitation. A clarinet duet was played by Ellis Garlinger and Clifton Baxter, ac­ companied at the piano by Fem Schulze. Members ofthe seventh and eighth grade room gave a play, “Billy Bates’ Bicycle.” Those who took part were Jack Smith, Doris Betts, Junior Yarger, Carl Smith and Mildred Cole. Joe Mix, accompanied by Patricia McNitt, played a violin solo. Several high school students gave a short play, “Just Women,” under the direction of Mrs. McCor­ mick. Those taking part in­ cluded Georgia Gribbin, Vi­ vian Appelman, Marion Snow, Evelyn Steele, Eleanor Butler and Mary Goff. The high school orchestra closed the program, and mothers of the seventh and eighth grades served ice cream and wafers. Hannemann’s was one of several Nashville stores participating in a Star Theater promotion in April 1931. The local business climate was beginning to falter; Nashville's only bank closed three months later. Edgar and Clara Hannemann bought the former Kocher's dry goods store (now site of the post office) in 1914. She (left) continued to run the store for a few years after his death in 1929. With her is clerk Villa Parrott Olin. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 — Page 5 Sheriff warns about area asphalt paving scams By Ozzie D. Parks Great Expectations for schools v. •;$ $s W £^1 ^1 J* , J* WCsbj, : *’ '^W ^W Ri । ®jfeiaiji'. ( Ml^fatai •'■■bfapfti M£r pit hfadimii Government officials at the national and state levels recently have moved education to a position among their top priorities. According to news releases, they are finding that a number of problems they face will be solved only through improvements in our schools. What are the problems these leaders have confronted, and how our schools expected to help in solving them? I will at­ tempt to answer these questions below. On a national level, our nation has entered into a new era of international competition in many areas, ranging from the quality and quantity of our products to our military defense. Whereas our nation was once the unquestioned leader in these areas, other nations recently have raised their level of achievements through educational improvements and, in some cases, have surpassed us. Failure to improve our educational output could put our nation into a second-rate position, with many resulting economic and social problems. On the state level, leaders are finding that the job market re­ quires increasingly higher levels of skill and understanding. Failure to achieve these higher levels will result in high rates of unemployment and resultant costs in such areas as social ser­ vices and penal institutions. A third problem is that we will need a more productive and effective work force in the future to meet the costs of retire­ ment for an increasingly percentage of our population. Con­ trary to common belief, most of our retirement systems are kept alive through the payments of current workers, and are not similar to personal bank accounts or paid up insurance in nature. In past years, we were able to do well as a society by seeing that most students received minimal levels of achievement and that a few students achieved at high levels. For the reasons listed above, the schools of yesterday will not meet today’s requirements. Government leaders are in the best positions to observe the changing world and to see the need for better schools, which produce high levels of achievement for all students. In our democracy, however, better schools will only be achieved when educators and citizens share the understanding and concern of our leaders. Only then will our schools be able to meet the new and greater expectations. fa ft MCihNrima fata • k fam Jcnj Op hi iBMitiwut [i ifafct -faurnrii tai taiitaplli arnmirt ise tat itujEK® .. somtu ie«BpaM"8'”S*f Memories of the past, — A bursting steam pipe in the sleeping room of Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Feighner at their Nashville home, occasioned some damage and some quick work Sunday evening. — Curtis Wash Jr. and Richard Johnson, new students in Nashville, are stopping with the Charles Brumm family until their parents arrive. The Wash family will live in the Colin T. Munro house and the Johnson family in the house next to the Me Derby home. — The North Maple Grove Dorcas Society took in $14.55 at the bake sale Saturday. — Dr. W. A. Vance is in Be prepared for Summer Weather. Now is the time to get your Short Sets and Swimwear during our storewide... “Discount not valid on layaway items Hometown Apparel 1 1016 4th Avenue, Lake Odessa 974.87^0 First Earth Care Fair scheduled for May 11 The first Earth Care Fair, an outdoor educational handson program for children, youth and adults, will be Saturday, May 11, at the Woldumar Net director from Eaton County, coordinated and was host for the event. MAEH is a community­ based organization affiliated with Michigan State Univer­ sity’s Cooperative Extension Service. Its primary goal is to strengthen families and com­ munities through ed the skies in search of flying wonders, learn the difference between tame and wild animals, have an opportunity to make recycled crafts or gifts from nature. Older children can learn gardening from the ground up, construct a bat house, or learn about fungus, mammals or explore the web of life. As an adult, have you ever wanted to create an environ­ ment that enhances wildlife, create your own rich soil in your back yard or learn about Michigan snakes and reptiles? Then come to Earth Care Fair. Classes will be taught by staff from Woldumar Nature Center, MSU and Eaton County Cooperative Exten­ sion Service, Charlotte Preschool Nursery, Barry/Eaton District Health Department, USDA Soil Con­ servation Service, Eaton County Parks Naturalist and Michigan United Conserva­ tion Clubs and Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The cost of the program is 50 cents per child, $1 per adult or a family fee of $3. Pre-registration is encourag­ ed, on-site registration will be higher. For a complete listing of all the options and for registra­ tion materials, call the Eaton Cooperative Extension office at 372-5594 or 543-2310. Traveling criminals tradi­ tionally have no real local business address. They are even known to use the name of a reputable local asphalt supplier in order to win customer confidence. They may use business cards and truck signs that appear legitimate. Addresses and telephone numbers are fre­ quently those of only an answering service in another city. Traveling criminals sell asphalt paving material doorto-door after having scouted neighborhoods for their best targets. Their sales pitch is designed to appeal to those who are especially suscepitble to the offer of a so-called bargain. Their victims are often Michigan’s senior citizens. If there is any doubt about the reputability of a paving firm, consumers should take the time to check local business and bank references: Most important, they should insist on a written contract before work is started. Traveling criminals may offer a bill ofsale or receipt, hoping the owner will accept it as a contract. Consumers must be alert. For helpful hints on dealing with paving contractors, con­ sumers may call toll-free 1-800-292-5959 and request the free pamphlet entitled, “Asphalt Driveway and Park­ ing Lot Paving: Helpful Tips on Gettig the Best Pavement for Your Money.” Consumers may also re­ quest the booklet by writing to the Michigan Asphalt Paving Association, 1020 Long Boulevard, Suite 10, Lansing, 48911. Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Owner — Diana Kuempel Comer of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. 852-9481 (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH MhlFI STHeCT MCTMOriTMIllE. NICHIG/in 49096 wucTioneeus g realtors ndSHMIlie (517)852-1717 continued from page 4 Detroit this week attertding the Dental Association meeting at the Book-Cadillac. — Mr. and Mrs. George Austin and family are moving in their new home, formerly occupied by Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Nelson, on the south side. — Friends of Miss Mabie Mater will be pleased to hear that last week she received notice she had passed her State Board test, and is now a registered nurse. — Mrs. Alice Comstock has bought a home on the south side, and will take im­ mediate possession. — K. of P. Family Night Tuesday evening held its usual attrac- "Your Family Clothing Store 1 Each year traveling activity, consumers should criminals come to Michigan to call the nearest law enforce­ do hit-and-run paving work. ment agency or the Michigan Homeowners and business State Police immediately. owners are being urged, Traveling criminals usually through a special consumer leave their customers with a education campaign, to be driveway or parking area that especially cautious when ap­ will eventually reveal poor proached by people selling workmanship. Poor work is asphalt paving and sealing not always weeks or months. products, according to Eaton Poor work is not always evi­ County Sheriff Art Kelsey. ' dent immediately. Problems Traveling criminals were may not appear for several especially active in Michigan weeks or months. The travel­ last year. They are expected ing criminal paver will be to return in force during the long gone when the pavement spring, summer and fall of begins to break up, making 1991. legal recourse difficult or If suspicious of fraudulent impossible. HOURS: M-F 9 to 5; sat. 9 to 4 tion, and a little after seven the guests sat down to a potluck supper. After supper the tables were cleared away, and the remainder ofthe even­ ing was spent in cards. — (North Castleton) Very cold, for both people and the fruit that’s budding. The cow­ slips are up, and some have found mushrooms. How delightful is country life! Program on snakes set at Earth Fair Few people would name snakes among their favorite animals, and many people fear or at least mistrust snakes. This isunfortunate. Most snakes perform a beneficial service by consuming destruc­ tive animals such as insects and rodents. All have an im­ portant place in the environment. Jim Harding, co-author of “Michigan Snakes, a Field Guide and Pocket Reference,” will be guest speaker at the Earth Care Fair, a family day at Woldumar Nature Center Saturday, May 11. This program is a sample of more than 25 classes, seminars and nature adven­ tures available at the Earth Care Fair event. For a complete listing of all the options and registration in­ formation, call the Eaton Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice at 372-5594 or 543-2310. ‘Only $19,900 •Nice 5 bedroom home with 1V4’ baths *3 bedroom home with family room and •Large front porch, bay window fireplace •Newly redecorated and ready to move into! *Needs some work but lots of potential! 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Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Cindy Doolittle 7264)605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 — Page 6 Lions Club senior boys program dessert features fire official by Susan Hinckley A presentation of maple syrup was made to guest speaker Ron Wilson by Vermomtville Lion Mike Visger. StaffWriter Ron Wilson, forest fire supervisor with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, was guest speaker at the second annual Senior Boys Dessert last Tuesday evening at the high school cafeteria. The event was put together jointly by the Nashville and Vermontville Lions Clubs. All Maple Valley senior boys and their fathers or guests were invited. The event is designed to show community appreciation for young men and to honor them for completing 12 years of education. Maple Valley senior girls have been honored in a similar annual event, sponsored for a number of years by women’s clubs of both communities. Wilson presented a slide show of striking photos detail­ ing the May 8, 1990, Stephen Bridge fire on state forest lands near Grayling. The wildfire covered 6,400 hun­ dred acres, 60 percent of it state-owned property. Total dollar loss was close to $6 million. “Eventually we lost 76 Retirement Open House for (HANK) HAMPTON May 4, 1991 4:00 p.m. to ? 3651 Swift Rd., Nashville, MI Come and help us Celebrate! - NO GIFTS PLEASE - residences in the fire,” noted Wilson. However, 131 homes within the fire perimeter survived. He explained that when the flaming front of a wildfire races through an area, it preheats houses jo kindling temperatures, making them much more susceptible to flames. The speaker detailed key attack procedures for bat­ tling such blazes and outlined the process used for evacuating residents of a threatened region. “The best way to protect homes from wildfire is to keep grass and trees cleared out from around the house,” ad­ vised Wilson. The origin of the Stephan Bridge fire was - eventually traced to a homeowner’s brush fire that had been smoldering undetected for several weeks on recently cleared land at the edge ofthe forest. “May 1 to May 12 is a critical time (for wildfires) in Michigan,” warned Wilson. At the conclusion of his presentation, he fielded au­ dience questions. Later, Mike Visger of Vermontville ex­ pressed the Lions’ apprecia­ tion by presenting the guest speaker with a gift of locallymade maple syrup. At the conclusion of the program, the senior boys and their fathers and guests enjoyed choosing from an array of pies topped with ice cream. It’s On The House Nashville Lions President Russ Furlong then presented each of the senior boys with a special medallion to com­ memorate the occasion, tell­ ing the young men that the community is proud of them. Later, he conducted a drawing for several door prizes. To conclude the evening, the group enjoyed a selection of pies, ice cream, punch and coffee. Barry County COA menu and coming events planned Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 1 MB <£r±p Junk !(■» mine LENDER NO CLOSING COSTS ON A HOME EQUITY LOAN For a limited time, HASTINGS CITY BANK is waiving all closing costs when the state equalized value of your home can be used in place of the nor­ mally required appraisal. Just bring in your current real estate tax assessment and we can quickly pro­ cess your application. There is No Annual Fee. And the interest payments can be tax deductible — con­ sult your tax advisor for details. Use your home equity line: whenever you need it, for whatever you choose: cars, boats, home im­ provements, vacation, college, etc. Stop by or call any Hastings City Bank Office today to establish your HOME EQUITY CREDIT LINE. Member FDIC Hastings • Middleville • Bellevue • Nashville • Caledonia • Wayland 945-2401 • 795-3338 • 763-9418 • 852-0790 • 891-0010 • 792-6201 Current Annual Percentage Rate ... 10.875% Maximum Annual Percentage Rate ... 18% Stuffed peppers, sliced car­ rots, com, bread, cake. Thursday, May 2 Sliced turkey and stuffing, whipped potatoes, asparagus, grapes. Friday, May 3 Stroganoff, french cut green beans, califlower, jello. Monday, May 6 Fish, spinach, tomatoes, bread, fruit. Tuesday, May 7 Chicken, carrots, beans, bread, fruit. lima Events Wednesday, May 1 Delton, Pete Dull and his music, blood pressure. Thursday, May 2 Nashville, bingo. Friday, May 3 - Hastings, blood pressure; Nashville, popcorn. Monday, May 6 - Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, May 7 - All sites puzzles. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 — Page 7 Nashville Lions learn about ’Adopt-A-Highway’ duties A lifetime membership was awarded to Nelson Brumm (center), who has been a Nashville Lion since 1944. Making the presentation is President Russ Furlong (right) while Rick Genther, past president, looks on. J-Ad Graphics News Service The Nashville Lions Club recently “adopted” two miles of M-66 south of Nashville to the intersection of M-79 at Three Bridges. And the Lions learned more about their responsibilies at an April 15 dinner meeting at Nashville’s United Methodist Church. The state’s new “ Adopt-AHighway” program is spon­ sored by the Michigan Department of Transporta­ tion. Aimed at beautifying roadsides throughout Michigan, the project is pat­ terned after those in some southern states such as Texas, which has an extensive AdoptA-Highway system to combat a problem with roadside litter. Under Michigan’s plan, community service organiza­ tions or groups agree to adopt a minimum two-mile length of highway in one of nine districts in the state, accepting responsibility for keeping roadsides in that stretch free of litter. In recognition of this Newly-inducted member Ed Page (left) is seen with his sponsor, Lion Blair Hawblitz. contribution, the state erects two four-by-three-foot signs marking the designated area and crediting volunteers. Inez Warren, foreman with the Barry County office State Department of Transportation in Hastings, was a special guest at the recent Nashville Lions Club meeting. She showed a film outlining safety rules to be observed during roadsides cleanups. In other business at that meeting, the Lions inducted three new members, Doug Hardart and Ed Smith, both sponsored by Rick Genther, and Ed Page, sponsored by Blair Hawblitz. Also, Nelson Brumm was given a Life Membership in the Nashville Club. President Russ Furlong made the presentation. Brumm, who was honored at a special Lions dinner last November, joined the local club back in April 1944, and has been an active and dedicated member of the organization since that time. He had never missed a meeting until illness last Rick Genther (left) received a President's Plaque for 1989-90 from current president Russ Furlong. September prevented his at­ tation to Rick Genther, im­ tendance at the annual in­ mediate past president, who stallation of officers. was awarded the President’s Furlong also made a presen- Plaque for 1989-90. A special day is set aside each year in communities throughout the nation to recognize the contributions made by all school employees to our society. It is an appropriate time to reemphasize the fundamental importance ofAmerica’s schools. Our nation’s democracy is rooted in a free system of public education. Classroom teachers and other school employees are the dedicated professionals who make that free system work. May 7, 1991 is School Family Day, sponsored by Eaton County Education Association and the Michigan Education Association. School Lunch Menus Celebrating School Family Day Maplewood School Wednesday, May 1 Pizza, com, pickles, peanut butter sandwich, pears. ^hometown] Thursday, May 2 Hot ham on bun, broccoli, apple crisp. Friday, May 3 Hot dog on bun, french fries, green beans, cherries. ■ham. H Monday, May 6 Hamburger on bun, baked beans, pickles, mixed fruit. tafirinttapi Sikark gal uto •5 nrtittraM: XSJlTM(r.itdiW1® iwitol® Itariik'® Tuesday, May 7 Doug Hardart (left) and Ed Smith (right) were inducted as new members of the Nashville Lions Club. Their sponsor was Lion Rick Genther (center).' I® I** Something To ThinkAbout PREPLANNING MAKES SENSE ****5*»*if *****if if & W ar, /, m/ It would not be amiss for persons during their lifetime to decide what they consider a dignified and meaningful funeral. This phrase has different mean­ ings for different people, almost as wide a range as individual life-styles. A funeral home should make every effort, within reason and propriety, to ac­ comodate these wishes. Funeral costs should likewise be considered. It is helpful if the survivor understands how funeral charges in the community are computed. This could be investigated during the lifetime of a married cou­ ple. In that way, the sur­ vivor will be saved the task ofmaking ajudgement with respect to these matters at the height of his or her bereavement. Such costs, as well as the cost of burial or cremation — and usually the cost for arranging for perpetual care of the plot -- are considred proper estate ex­ penses and should be bill­ ed to the estate. ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. 219 S. State, Nashville (EE OK CREDIT Ravolli, com, peanut butter sandwich, peaches. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. HS Fuller St. School Wednesday, May 1 Tacos/chips, lettuce/cheese, pear, jelly sandwich. Thursday, May 2 Rib/E-Q/bun, com, fruit, mix. Friday, May 3 Hotdog/bun, french fries, applesauce, cookie. Monday, May 6 DAVID D. ROSIER LUMBER YARD Mini-sub/bun, lettuce/cheese, peas, peach, pudding. Tuesday, May 7 French toast/syrup, sausage links, trail mix, juice. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost, choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Jr.-Sr. High School Wednesday, May 1 ♦Salad, *Chicken Patty/Bun, *Tuna Sandwich, peas, peaches, cookie. • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • • • • Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 Thursday, May 2 ♦Salad, *Spaghetti, *Com Dog, green beans, pears, roll and butter, salad bar. Friday, May 3 ♦Salad, *Pizza, com apple. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 — Page 8 Maplewood pupil wins WCTU poster competition J-Ad Graphics News Service Alisha Pena, a fifth grader at Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville, earn­ ed first place in a recent poster contest sponsored by the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union. ' All Maple Valley fifth graders in art classes taught by Jill Shance were eligible to enter the contest. Kerri Dean, of Kellogg School in Nashville, and Dawn VanderVlucht, of Maplewood, placed second and third, respectively. Erin Booher, David Kock, and Carrie Blakney each received honorable mention. Eighty Maple Valley students participated in the contest, which asked for posters emphasizing the dangers involved in using alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. Maplewood fifth grader Alisha Pena was awarded the first-place ribbon last week for her winning entry in a poster contest sponsored by the Woman's Chris­ tian Temperance Union. Making the presentation is Mary Smith, president of the local chapter of the WCTU. Fuller Street 3rd graders learn times tables Fifteen third graders at Fuller Street Elementary recently topped their classmates in a multiplication tables contest held in four classrooms taught by Gerry Long, Inez Hubka, Tammi Wilde and Pat Retzer. Winners were (back row, from left) Alexis Smith, Nathan Swift, Josh Oleson, Richard Smith, Samantha Rice, Andrea Kreps, (middle row) Joe Butcher, Leah Smith, Craig Harvey, Kevin Mengyan, Tanya Powers, (front row) Teather Lowe, Lindsay Pettengill, Emily Aspinall and Tiffany Banks.'Winners were treated to a pizza lunch. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HIVIS Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available OWNER SAYS “ALL OFFERS CON­ Spacious "country brick" on 1 acre. Maple Val­ ley. Nice 7 room, 3 bedroom brick home. 1st floor laundry, high efficiency furnace, oak cabinets, many newer im­ provements, large wolmanized deck, 2 newer buildings include a 1344 sq. ft. work­ shop and a 24x32 garage w/ dog kennel. Blacktop road — nice location, scenic view. You must see this one to appreciate it! I (CH-374) SIDERED!” - I REALT0R* JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR. DOC OVERHOLT......... SANDY LUNDQUIST.. DON STEINBRECHER GARRY KNOLL........... JERI BAKER................ TIM BURD ON 7 ACRES ■ REDMAN MANUFAC­ 24x48, 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Range, refrig.,, washer & dryer included. Nice "country setting-" (CH-377) TURED HOME - BELLEVUE SCHOOLS - S ACRES ‘Starter home," good loca­ tion, 'A mi. east of M-66, easy access to Pennfield or Battle Creek. Price: $35,000. Possi­ ble land contract terms. Call Don. (CH-383) Good crop land, 3 bedroom home, basement barn & large pole barn. Would sell 40 acres of vacant land separately. (F-384) $69,900!! WEST OF BELLEVUE ON Quad level, brick & alum., 5 bedroom, 2'/> baths, 2 fireplaces, on M-78. Nice “home for the family" between Bellevue & Battle Creek. Call Don. (CH-376) 1 ACRE - VACANT LAND: - SOME TREES on property blacktop road east of Vermontville. (VL-373) 10 ACRES At edge of Wild^-ss State Park, older 3G^<nobile hom Gcr on approx jj^cres, 5 miles to Lake Michigan. A good buy for the money! (CH-339) NORTHERN “HIDEAWAY” - 2 ACRES Small home (could be 3 bedrooms), new roof & new siding. Mature shade. Listed at $39,000. Maple Valk ley Schools! I (CH-378) (APPROX.) ON south of Nashville. M-66 (VL-368) NEAR VERMONTVILLE: at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS 24 ACRES MONTVILLE - The next meeting of the local chapter of the WCTU will be at 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, at the home of Mrs. Russell (Mary) Smith of Ver­ montville. Everyone is welcome. Former local woman back in the dance marathon business by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Area residents who remember Sandy Hulbert won’t be surprised to learn that she is back in the dance marathon “business.” While a student, the energetic 1979 Maple Valley High School graduate was in­ volved in several weekendlong fund-raising dances at Lansing area malls. Now married and the mother of two, Sandy Duer lives in the Pocono Mountains region of eastern Penn­ sylvania, and she’s still at it. An unfinished library near Stroudsburg caught Duer’s eye recently and, according to an article by Paula Heeschen in the Pocono Record,- Duer was determined to see it open for business. When she learned 8hat the library’s opening" was stymied by lack of funds, Duer decid­ ed a dance marathon would be a good idea. Now, reported Heeschen, Duer is “wearing out her shoes organ ed and the mother of two, Sandy Duer lives in the Pocono Mountains region In a recent note to her of easterfields Library, a branch of the Eastern Monroe friends, Tim and Alice Boucher of Nashville, Sandy Public Library.” The 24-hour dance is set to wrote that she has already, at­ start at 2 p.m. Saturday, May tended about two dozen 4. Heeschen noted that Duer meetings at the college, is busy reserving tents,..lining school and various ‘organiza­ up music and entertainment, tions to drum up support for soliciting prizes, and even the marathon. She has signed recruiting dancers from the up square dancers, belly residence halls and fraternities dancers, bands and clowns to at East Stroudsburg provide live entertainment and she has lined up a popular disc University.” Students, teachers, jockey from a local radio sta­ members of civic groups and tion to emcee the event. She others are being asked to par­ has also done live radio ticipate, either as dancers or interviews. “I knew maybe ten people sponsors of dance couples. “Dancers will be eligible in the Poconos up ’til now,” for prizes — some as lavish as she wrote. “Now everyone a week’s trip to a Hilton Hotel knows me!” in Florida — depending upon on how much they raise,” wrote Heeschen. At Duer’s last marathon, 47 college student couples raised a total $26,000. And the pep­ py former Vermontville resi­ dent believes the goal also will be reached in her lastest effort. “Thirty-five thousand OFFERING COMPLETE dollars is what’s needed and WATER & WELL that’s what we expect to do,” DRILLING & PUMP she told the Pocono Record. SALES & SERVICE EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. 4” to 12” WELLS TO APPRECIATE”!! ON S ACRES NORTHWEST OF VER­ The posters made by the local youngsters will be plac­ ed for display in Nashville and Vermontville store windows by Kathy Hansbarger, com­ munity school representative. 160 ACRE FARM NEAR BELLEVUE - THIS IS A HOME YOU “MUST SEE Many "turn of the century" features include the "oak" open stairway & lots of natural woodwork! 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors in dining area & an attractive brick fireplace in the living room. (Call Garry) (N-354) 726-0223 ....... 852-1740 ....... 8S2-1543 ....... 8S2-1784 .Eves. 852-0786 ....... 726-1171 ....... 8S2-2012 .Eves. Alisha’s award-wining en­ try featured a giant-sized boot with the slogan, “Take the Big Step — Don’t Use Drugs.” The poster has been entered in statewide WCTU competition. north of Nash­ ville, 2 story, 3 bedroom home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog barn, 36x48 basement barn. Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) 80 ACRE FARM IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 10 ACRE BUILDING LOTS -Black­ top road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359) A EISD class to show new house May 9-11 The Eaton Intermediate entertainment center and School District’s Vocational dressing table, hickory Education Department will be cabinets and parquet floor in host for an open house May 9, the kitchen, skylight in the 10 and 11 at the house that the bathroom, Anderson win­ Home Construction class has dows, eavetroughs around the constructed. house, black top driveway, is The home, located at 605 landscaped and seeded. Harris St. in Charlotte, will be The home has an energy efopen from 9 to 11 a.m., 1 to 3 ficient gas furnace and hot p.m., and 6 to 8 p.m. on May water heater. The house is ful­ 9 and 10; and 10 a.m. to 2 ly insulated for sound and p.m. on Saturday, May 11. temperature, including a fully The L-shaped ranch home insulated basement. has 1,200 square feet, three Instructor Rod McMichael bedrooms, a full basement will be present, along with inand two-car garage. There is a structional aide Max Powers privacy fence and deck off of and students, to answer any the dining area. questions. There will be a bid The vinyl sided house is ful­ package available for perspecly carpeted, has a built-in tive buyers. • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWV. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 — Page 9 Maple Syrup Festival draws recording-setting crowd from eight local families who benefitted from Count’s generosity. The highlight of Saturday morning events was the cor­ onation of Holli Hale as 1991 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen. She was crowned by 1990 Queen Tina Yost, who with her court retires after a year of some 1,700 miles of travel to par­ ticipate in numerous parades. Comprising Queen Hale’s court are Leigh Stine, alter­ nate queen; Dawn Brand, Amanda Rugg and Kelly End­ sley. At the coronation ceremony, each was introduc­ ed to the audience and each gave a brief welcome to the crowd, pointing out various highlights of the celebration. Holli’s mother, Laurie (Green) Hale, was festival queen in 1966. Albert and Mary Bell of Nashville, longtime maple syrup producers and members of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corportaion, were recognized as 1991 Honored Citizens by the association of producers and were presented a special tribute from the state. The proclamation was signed by Gov. John Engler, State Sen. John Swartz, State Rep. Bob Bender and State Rep. Frank Fitzgerald, who made the presentation. “How sweet it is!” said Albert Bell, in accepting the honors. When the Bells retired from syrup production in 1983, maple syrup had been produced on the family’s Centennial Farm in Barry County’s Maple Grove Township for 100 years. The Bells also served as marshals of the Grand Parade at Saturday’s celebration. Local producers selling pro­ ducts at the festival agreed that 1991 was an exceptional season for maple syrup, both in quality and quantity. Wayne Pennock, for example, serviced 1,800 taps at his Mari-Way Farms operation south of Nashville. “This is the best and big­ gest (season) ever,” noted Pennock. His family has produced maple syrup on the farm for 102 years. This year the Pen­ nock made 520 gallons. “We had a good time, we enjoyed making it,” added Pennock. Joyce and Amos Haigh, who operate Haigh Sugar House of rural Charlotte, also reported a great syrup season. They have 2,000 taps of their own, and boil 1,400 taps for others. This year the Haighs got a late start, but boiled from Feb. 23 to March 18. Dan and Diane (Andrews) Smith, newest members ofthe Vermontville Maple Syrup "Sawdust and Sandpaper," wooden craft vendors of Dearborn, were one of 125 Corporation, were first-time exhibitors at the festival. They exhibitors at the popular Arts and Crafts show held at Maplewood School. rm r«»«i n«» ECaftg tti' ■• j, k®--E ®AW|fc ®5m mhiit? i in kaahn shk l«ri “ ITlt IXWffil tiihSiii pkkMni ktefcfyflto The "Home Grown" award went to Vermontville Cub Scout Pack 649 for its float depicting the production of maple syrup. Joe Andrews, manning the booth for his daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Dan Smith, chats with customers about syrup produced on the family farm. The Smiths are the newest members of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation. txkn. jufcjimnii Continued on next page— ursi ■lata! iieii k fe te btk [gknf irw EV W1MB jg^tikMi' START WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS nfbik to®01' The plaintive sounds of the Glen Erin Pipe Band pleased parade-watchers along the route. Unique, colorful costumes were shown by the Elf Khurafeh Nomads, a Shrine Club band from the Lansing area. Whether you're shopping for better digs, bigger office space or a newer mode of transportation, count on the Classifieds to take the legwork out of the race! And when you've got something to sell, an ad in the Classifieds can put you in the lead at a price so small that anyone can afford to be a sport. So next time you want to get the job done, team up with the Classifieds...and save your running shoes for the gym! 945-9554 �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 ;— Page 10 Maple SyrU|/ Festival, continued from page 9 tapped 400 trees on the An­ drews family farm near Nashville. “It was a nice family pro­ ject,” said Diane’s father, Joe Andrews. “We enjoyed the social part of it as well as the end product.” Winners in the Cooking with Maple Syrup Contest were Uses of maple syrup were in six categories: demonstrated in the Cooking Candy — 1st place, Larry Gearhart; 2nd, Fem Gearhart; With Maple Syrup Contest, a 3rd, Edith Hale. festival event revived this Cakes — 1st place, Anne Gearhart; 2nd, Fem Gearhart; year. Entries were judged Fri­ 3rd, Lachelle Haigh. day afternoon at Maple Manor Cookies — 1st place, Larry Gearhart; 2nd, Martha by Jean Story, consumer afGearhart; 3rd, Flossie Corey. fairs director for Felpausch, Pies — 1st place, Doris Fisher; 2nd, Larry Gearhart; 3rd, and Jan Hartough, Barry Anne Gearhart. County’s Extension director Breads — 1st place, Edith Hale; 2nd, Denice Hansen; and home economist. Lorna 3rd, Sandy Pifer. Wilson, contest chairwoman, Miscellaneous: 1st place, Edith Hale; 2nd, Anne said she was very pleased with Gearhart; 3rd, Larry Gearhart. paticiptation. Fifty-two en­ Winners in the Children’s Parade— 1st place, Selina tries offered dishes ranging Woodman, Troy and Shannon Duffy, T.J., Emily and from vegetables to desserts. Steven Doyle; 2nd place, Matthew and Stephanie France, One of the most popular Dan and Elizabeth Potter, Mike and Samantha Mater; 3rd festival attractions again this place, Stacie Wright, Eric Andrew, Christopher and Katie year was the Arts and Crafts Eldre; 4th place, Derek Summer and Kala Byington, show at Maplewood school. Derisa,' Alex Scott, Garrett Lorenz, Christina and Jessica Some 125 vendors lined up in­ Stouffer; 5th place, Lindsay Martin, Kristal and Chad side and outside the building Shepard, Chelsea Martin. to show their hand-crafted Winners in the Grand Parade: goods. They were well Home Grown award — Cub Scout Pack 649. rewarded by the attention Community Spirit award — Vermontville Lions Club. received from a steady stream Ambassador’s award — Michigan Maple' Syrup Queen. of browsers and buyers. God and Country award — Charlotte Christian School. Joe and Dolly Traskos of A list oftalent show winners was not available in time for Dearborn, proprietors of publication in this issue. “Sawdust and Sandpaper,” exhibited their wooden crafts under a canopy along the and great-grandfather, Jonas drive. It was their first time at Most have no connection to Davis, were early Vermont­ the festival show. They had Vermontville but some, like tried for three years to get a Don and Phyllis Davis of ville residents. Data on all Jackson, do. three was found Saturday by spot. Seated on the grassy lawn of Davis while touring the “This year we applied ear­ ly,” said Dolly. “And we the old Academy museum, en­ museum. The festival crowd peaked joying a Lions Club chicken love the people here. ” at 2 p.m. Saturday for the She commented favorably dinner, the Davises said this is Grand Parade. A dense throng on the friendliness of their second festival visit. of spectators lined both sides Don’s roots, however, are organizers and festival-goers. of the Main Street parade While hundreds of festival­ in the community. His father, route. There were many goers are from the local area, Dwight Davis, grew up in the entertaining and unusual en­ a large number also come house on the “point” at East tries, including several from various Michigan com­ Main village limits. His Saladin Temple Shrine Club munities and other states. grandfather, Walter Davis, units. Festival Queen Holli Hale and her court had a place of honor in the entourage. Of­ ficial dignitaries included U. S. Congressman Howard Wolpe and State Rep. Frank Fitzgerald. The Community Spirit award went to the Lions Club float featuring a giant white cane, symbol of Lions’ sight programs, and carrying the Michigan Lions Club White Cane Queen. The Am­ bassador’s Award was given to the float of Michigan Maple Syrup Queen Dawn Zechlin of Centerville. God and Country award wenL the Charlotte Christi^n School entry, and Ver­ montville Cub Scout Pack 649 took the Home Grown award for a clever float depicting the production of syrup. A children’s “Sweetness in Fantasyland” parade brought out a bevy of youngsters in imaginative costumes. Introducing the parade, chair­ man Gene Fisher told the au­ Local syrup producer Wayne Pennock (wearing hat) dience: “The sweetest thing is assisted by Chuck Curtiss of Lapeer at the Pennock we have in Vermontville is sales booth. This was the "biggest and best" season in our kids.” During the interval between more than 100 years of production by the Pennock the coronation and the Grand family. Parade, several winners of Friday night’s talent show entertained the crowd. Gregg for Matthews of Hastings cap­ tured the audience with a stirr­ ing rendition of * ‘Proud To Be An American.” Rides offered by Central Michigan Helicopter of Charlotte, and a congregation of motorcyclists from throughout the state occupied the ball field east of Main Street. Other festival attractions in­ cluded a petting zoo, band — FREE QUOTES — performances, dances, dulcimer players at the opera 852-2005 • Dick Tobias house, and athletic contests. Maple Syrup Festival winners announced INSURANCE • Motorcycles • Boats • Jet Skis • Travel Trailers Motor Homes • Mobile Homes TOBIAS MASON Insurance Agency The Corn Cob Cloggers, perennial festival favorites, entertained the crowd with a lively dance routine. Saying "Yes!" to Michigan maple syrup are Joyce and Amos Haigh, longtime members of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporataion. Joyce made this wooden map and used pins to mark locations of maple syrup production in the state. Flipping flapjacks at the Maple Valley Band Booster stand Saturday was Bryant Vedder. The event is a major annual fund-raiser for the organization. Holli Hale, 1991 Vermontville Syrup Festival Queen, seen here with her parents Darryl and Lauri (Green) Hale, follows in the footsteps of her mother, who reigned as festival queen in 1966. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 — Page 11 Eaton DDS volunteers recognized atluncheon The 11th annual Volunteer Recognition luncheon was held April 23 at the Kirk Center in Olivet to honor the Eaton County Department of Social Services Volunteers. Beverly Pardee, volunteer services supervisor, reported the volunteers provided 40,465 hours ofvolunteer ser­ vice to DDS clients during 1990. Jeralyn Lowe, director, Eaton County Department of Social Services, welcomed volunteers and guests. Edgar Fleetham, former Eaton County Commissoner, gave the invocation. Guest speaker was Delois Whitaker Caldwell, director of Family Services Adminstration for the Department of Social Services. Special recognition was given to the Eaton County Coordinated Transportation program, which has provided DSS clients transportation to medical appointments. The transportation has involved several funding sources and was provided by the Eaton County Senior Van, EATRAN, the Grand Ledge Senior Van, and the volunteer transporters at the Eaton County Department of Social Services. Pam Groner, Social Ser­ vices board member and Dean Doty, Eaton County Commis­ sioner, presented the awards to Bernice Phillips, coor­ dinator of the Eaton County Senior Office; John Mac- Queen, manager of medical appointments, EATRAN; Diane Bonofiglio, volunteer in the Children’s Grand Ledge Senior Office; Comers at the DSS office and and Carol Croff; John Cwik the Barry-Eaton Health Jr.; Al Kill; Helen Kirby; Department, act as represen­ Lorna Louis; Irma Jean tative payees, complete home Pease; Jacalyn Thomdyke; repair need assessments, pro­ Fred West; Cliff VanDeusen; vide clerical assistance, visit Bob Colby; Bill Powers; the elderly, and knit and Thelma Clough and George crochet for the Eaton County Hall, volunteer transporters. Craft Project. The volunteers at die Eaton During 1990 the Craft Pro­ County Department of Social ject volunteers provided 2,110 Services transport clients to hats, mittens, scarfs, lap robes Eaton 4-H members part of Rabbit Show Several Eaton County 4-H members recently participated in the 18th Annual State 4-H Rabbit Show at Michigan State University. There were 1,490 rabbits shown by 415 exhibitors from 37 counties. Kathryn Hamill ofthe Golddiggers 4-H Club exhibited both the best of breed and the best opposite sex Netherland Dwarf rabbits. Allen Haddix of the Aldrich-Partlow 4-H Club exhibited both the best of breed and the best opposite sex English Spot rabbits. Christine Houghton of the Island City Variety 4-H Club exhibited the best of breed Mini Rex rabbit. The best of breed and best opposite sex Hotot rabbits were exhibited by Brianne Jenks of the Gold- diggers 4-H Club. Peter Brown ofthe Walton Wonders 4-H Club exhibited the best opposite sex winner in the Polish rabbit category. Eaton County also was represented by Dan Culimore, Joshua Kane, Amber Luttig, Lisa and Ben Jackson, and Heather and Angela Vezino, all of the Golddiggers 4-H Club; Jeanetta Arras of the Island City Variety 4-H Club; and Cheryl Conkey of the Maple Valley Riders 4-H Club. New this year was a parade of all represented counties, in which each county made a banner. Peter Brown and Amber Luttig carried the Eaton County banner. Phone 945-9554 for M.V. News Classfied Action-Ads! and baby items for distribution. Marlene Simon, Sharon Hilliker, Mary Jane Uerling, Pam Hartenburg, Rita Lobert, Stoney Bretz, Virginia McCarrick, Sandy McDonald, Carolyn Kosloski, and Gregg Hoag (Eaton County DSS staff) presented awards to volunteers and community groups working with Volunteer Services during 1990. MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL • Weekly School Activities • TUESDAY, APRIL 30 • Var. Baseball & Softball, Home, Lakewood, 4:15 D.H. • J.V. Baseball & Softball, Away, Lakewood, 4:15 D.H. WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 • Var. Track, Away, Olivet, 4:30 p.m. • Fresh. Baseball, Away, Portland St. Pat, 4:00 p.m. D.H. THURSDAY, MAY 2 • Var. Baseball & Softball, Away, Bronson, 4:30 p.m. • J.V. Baseball & Softball, Home, Bronson, 4:30 p.m. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Chan­ nel Catfish, Perch, and Fathead Minnows. Laggis’ Fish Fann, Inc., 08988 35th St, Gobles, Mi. 49055 Phone: (616)628-2056 Days (616)624-6215 Evenings. FRIDAY, MAY 3 • Fresh. Baseball, Away, Pennfield, 4:30 p.m. D.H. • J.V. Softball, Home, Hopkins, 4:30 p.m. D.H. SATURDAY, MAY 4 • Var. Track, Away, Eaton Co. Invi.t., 10:00 a.m. • Jr. Hi. Track (boys), Away, Lakewood, 9:00 a.m. • J.V. Softball, Away, Union City Invit., 9:30 a.m. • PROM at K.C.C. MONDAY, MAY 6 • Fresh. Baseball, Home, Pennfield, 4:30 p.m. D.H. • J.V. Baseball, Away, St. Philip, 4:30 p.m. • TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK LANGHAM REMODELING repairs, insurance estimates, licensed and insured, 30 years experience. 852-9300 after 4pm. Nashville. OPEN LITTLE LEAGUE MEETING Wednesday >> May 1st • 7:00 p.m. • ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Fuller Street All Purpose Room Lost & Found Nashville VFW has annual banquet Past commanders, past presidents, life members and friends had their annual ban- quet April 20th at V.F.W. Post No. 8260; Nashville. Representing V.F.W. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: May 1 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. May 2 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m, Expo Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. May 4 - 4-H Bike Rodeo, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., South Eastern School, Hastings. May 6 - 4-H Nonlivestock Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. May 8 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. May 11 - 4-H Folkpattems Workshop, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tollgate Education Center, Novi, ML May 13 - 4-H Goat Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Ex­ po Building, Hastings. May 14 - 4-H Mandatory Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Department Commander and Editor of M.O.V., and his aide accompanied him. Gayle Scott, Department Conductress, and her hus­ band, Bob Scott, Past District Commander, were present. Representing the 8th District was Evelyn Carpenter, Sr. Vice Presi­ dent, William Nichols, Jr. Vice, and Vickie Banks Jr. Vice. Commander John Rapson presented Sue Dunham a cer­ tificate of appreciation as “V.F.W. Citizen of the Year” for her work with the scouting program of Nashville. Year pins were given to eligible members of the post and the auxiliary. Host and hostess of the night were Steven and Toni Cambric. A dinner was served by Sheila Grinage and her crew. A dance followed, with music by Country Harvest. LOST PURSE Near or around Kinsel Hwy. Please call iffound. 852-1629. LUe Bring Out Your P6RSONAL OFFICIAL SPONSOR OF THE 1992 U S OLYMPIC TF AM USA Frost & Tip Clairol Option Nice N Easy Men’s Instant Hair Color Kit Sea Breeze 4 33 4 oz. HEARTWORM TESTING Medication and vaccines—Dog or cat NASHVILLE FIRE HALL Wednesday 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday 1 to 3 p.m. THROUGH MAY 22 ONLY For the Ark Mobile Veterinary Unit riext to Fire Hall — All other times for surgery, treatments, or testing by appoint­ ment — Please call 616-792-9500. We are trying to establish quality and convenient small animal care at affordable prices — your support is appreciated. 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They were Andy Adams, Tom Powers, John Jarrad, Cory Currier, Chris Dunham, John Burpee, Shawn Graham and Lee Gould. Tiger Scouts were advanced into Club Scouts. They were Take Goodner, Christopher Andrews, David Rumsey, Justin Sealy, Isaac Franco, and Jason Graham. By Teresa J. Frith Three members of Den One received silver arrow awards: (from left) Tim Rumsey, Mark Percumbe and Bryan Rumsey. Paul Henry Felder of Nashville demonstrates a few karate moves for Nashville Cub Scouts Pack No. 3176. He is a member of the Hastings Karate Club. Help Wanted Jobs Wanted POSTAL JOBS $11.41 to HOUSECLEANING & BABYSITTING. I am earning $14.90/hr. For exam and appli­ cation information call 219-769-6649 ext MI168 8am to 8pm 7 days. money for the Lions Allstate Band Tour to Austrailia. Call 852-1544 and ask for Marcie Reid. Six members of the Hastings Karate Club put on a show Monday for members of Nashville Cub Scout Pack No. 3176. Invited to attend the scout’s monthly pack meeting, the group demonstrated the basic techniques of karate. These includes forms (fighting an imaginary foe), self defense and sparring (controlled fighting). Member Paul Henry Felder is a Nashville resident. He is 7 years old and demonstrated a weapons kata and sparring techniques. An awards presentation also was given at the meeting. Four members of Den Three received their Geologist and Scientiest pins. They were Matter how Large or Small Your Operation no Four members of Den Three received their Geologist and Scientist pins: (from left) Chris Ewing, Ricky Stephens and Steven Frith. Not pictured was Nathan Glass. Four members of Den Five were on hand to receive their Handyman, Family Member and Scholar pins: (from left) Chris Dunham, Tom Powers, Andy Adams and Shawn Graham. Also getting the pins, but not pictured, were John Jarrod, Cory Currier, Judson Burpee, and Lee Gould. parts for you. NEW HOURS DURING MAY MON.-FRI. 7:30-6 PM; SAT. 7:30-12 PM THORNAPPLE VALLEY Hastings • 616-945-9526 several I iger Scouts |oined the ranks of Cub Scouts. They were (from left) Jake Goodner, Christopher Adams, David Rumsey, Justin Sealy, Isaac Franco and Jason Graham. Standing behind them are parents or grandparents (from left) Gloria Goodman, Mark Andrews, Darlene Rumsey, Mike Sedly, Arturo Franco and Steven Graham. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 — Page 13 Fuller earns printer from Felpausch New playground equipment at Fuller Street Diane Meyer, manager of the Felpausch Food Center of Hastings, recently presented Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville with a new Apple E-2 printer to complement their present computer setup. The school children earned the award under the store's "Apples for Students" program by collecting $45,000 in cash register receipts from Felpausch. Under the plan, Nashville's Kellogg School also received five pieces of computer software for collecting $22,000 in receipts. With Meyer are Fuller first graders (from left) Jason Belcher, Ashley Fox and Michael Hill. The PTO last year donated the other equipment seen here. Don Steinbrecher of Nashville volunteered to hook up the new printer. The most popular attraction on the Fuller Street school playground is a new merry-go-round installed by the Nashville Parent-Teacher Organization. Proudly showing off the unit are (back row, from left) Dan Skedgell, Andy Adams, Kevin, Emily and Abby Aspinall, (front row) Matt Jpppie, Derek and Brandon Schantz, Donnie Joppie and Bethany Adams. The children's fathers, Roger Adams, Denny Shaver and Duane Schantz, were responsible for assembling the unit. The PTO PTO, which meets at 6:30 tonight (April 30) at Fuller school, announces that an addi­ tional collection point for Campbell soup labels has been established at Carl's Market. Obituaries mi Tecla Adinolfi Snow NASHVILLE Tecla University and Key and Lock Adinolfi Snow, 63 of 736 Conventions nationwide with Sherman Street, Nashville her husband. She enjoyed passed away Wednesday, swimming at their Thomapple April 24,1991 at St. Lawrence Lake cottage and collecting Hospital, Lansing after a long jewelry in the shapes of locks illness with Leukemia. and keys. She proudly raised Mrs. Snow was bom May and was an inspiration for five 25, 1927 in Naples, Italy, the children and five daughter of Rino and Rosa grandchildren. (Ruberti) Adinolfi. She was Mrs. Snow is survived by raised in Naples and attended her husband, Homer; sons, schools there. Robert Lee of Hastings, Larry She was married to Homer Rick of Granger, Indiana and W. Snow April 6, 1947 in Randy Lynn of Galesburg; a Battle Creek after she met him daughter, Barbara Rose Mitch­ while he was stationed in ell of Lansing; Eve grandchil­ Naples, serving in the United dren, Susan, Tony & Samant­ State Air Force during World ha, all of Hasitngs, Andy of War n. She co-owned and Battle Creek and Adam of operated Snow Locksmith in Galesburg. Nashville with her husband the She was preceded in death last 17 years. She was a substi­ by a daughter, Julie Ann Snow tute cook for Maple Valley in 1971. Schools for ten years. She was Funeral services were held a member of The U-Shar-It Friday, April 26 at the Maple Group in Nashville for 25 Valley Chapel-Genther Funer­ years, which is a group of the al Home with Reverend Lester Michigan State University DeGroot officiating. Burial Extension Homemakers and was in Lakeview Cemetery, the Antique Door Knobs Asso­ Nashville. ciation. 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April 30. 1991 — Page 14 Maple Valley track girls are Central Michigan relay champions The Maple Valley girls track team came from behind to win the Lyle Bennett relays held at Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant on Friday The Lions finished with 54 points, runner-up Reese had 52. and Riverview Gabriel Richard placed third with 24 points in the 26-team field Going into the last event, the 4*400 meter relay, the girls trailed Reese by eight points. The relay team of Tammy Aahley, Mindy Shoup, Jennifer Phenix and Janet Boldrey took first place, running away from the field by more than six seconds in a school record time of 4:14.1. Also placing first was Cin­ dy Furlong in the two mile run in school record time of 12:20.4, and the Lyle Bennett relay team of Phenix, Retha Byrd, Stephanie Bouwens, and Boldey. Boldrey took second in the long jump with a school record distance of 17’414**, breaking the record for the se­ cond time during one week. Placing third was Tracy Kangas in the shot put and discus, and Phenix was fourth in the high hurdles. Three other relays placed third for the .Lions, the distance medley team of Furlong, Amy Kipp, Ashley and Shoup; the sprint medley team of Ashley, Byrd, Bouwens and Shoup; and the freshman mile relay team of Alice Moore, Bouwens, Byrd and Kipp. Maple Valley's winning mile relay team: (From left) Tammy Ashley, Mindy Shoup, Jennifer Phenix and Janet Boldrey. Earlier in the week, the girls won two dual meets. On Monday they beat Bronson 104-24, and defeated Pennfield on Wednesday by the score of 91 to 32. Taking first against Bron­ son were, Kangas, shot put; Rachelle Cheeseman, discus; Boldrey, long jump, 220 yard dash; Cheri Sessions, high jump; Phenix, high hurdles, low hurdles; Byrd, 100 yard Winning Lyle Bennett relay team:(from left) Jennifer Phenix, Retha Byrd, Stephanie Bouwens and Janet Boldrey. M.V. Jr. High boys track team takes first at Portland Triangular meet Monday, April 22 the MV Junior High boys track team won a triangular meet with 82 points beating out Lakewood with 30 and Portland with 54 at Portland. The Lions had a strong showing in the shot put with Matt Thayer taking first, Jeff Hay taking second and John Baker taking fourth place. In the high jump places Gabe Priddy took first and Greg Halliwill placed second. Maple Valley took all places in the pole vault com­ petition with Damon Patrick taking first, Keith Carpenter second and Shane Scott third. Priddy placed first in the 60 yd. low hurdles. Weller took first in the 100. First and second places went to Maple Valley Thayer and Halliwill in the 100 low hurdles. The 200 dash was dominated by the Lions with Scott taking first, Hopkins se­ cond and Moore third place. On Thursday the Lions defeated St. Philip. Taking first place for MV were Shane Scott in the pole vault. Matt Thayer in the shot put, Gabe Priddy in the high jump, Adam Thayer in the long jump taking 1st. Priddy in the 60 yard hurdles, John Baker 880, the 880 relay team of Keith Carpenter, Brin Hopkins, Thayer and Pete Kilpore, Scott in the 100 and 220, Priddy in the 440, A. Thayer in the 100 hurdles, the 440 yd. relay team of Carpenter, Ben Kuempel, M.V. Jr. high gal track team is undefeated The M.V. girls ran away with the win Monday at the Portland triangular meet, beating the hosts and Lake Odessa. Maple Valley racked up 10 of 15 first places and scored points in all but one event. Rachel Thompson and Hol­ ly Taylor once again paced the Lions with two wins each. Other Lions taking firsts were Jody Mazurek, Sara Leep, Shannon Hoffman, Kathryn Murphy and Robin Hale. The 880 meter relay team of Hale, Kristy Priddy, Nichole Kewin and Jody Hickey was victorious as well. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE (517) 726-0319 Halliwill and Patrick, and the mile relay team of Hay, M. Thayer, Decorli, and Dunham took the first place. The Jr. Lions will be at the Lakewood High School on May 4 for the boys invita­ tional, the meet is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MonFdriadyaythru COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml Last Thursday the Lions built a 49-0 lead in route to a 106-16 win over Battle Creek St. Philip. M.V. runners took 13 of 15 first places, scored a shutout in field events, and took second and third in the two events that St. Phil won. Taylor finished with three firsts in the high jump, 60 hurdles and 100 hurdles. Taylor had just set the new school record in the 100 hurdles in Monday’s meet in Portland with a time of 14.84 seconds. twoo first each. Mazurek? Leep, Murphy and all of the relay teams took single victories. This week both the boys and girls are off. The boys team will travel to Lake Odessa on Saturday for the boys invita­ tional. Next week the boys and girls will combine to form a team for the Springport Co­ ed relays. dash; Furlong, mile, two mile; Ashley, 440 yard dash; Shoup, half mile; two mile relay team of Furlong, Ashley, Kipp and Shoup; the 440 and 880 relay teams of Byrd, Phenix, Bouwens and Boldrey. Placing first agaist Pennfield were, Kangas, shot put, discus; Boldey, long jump, 100 yard dash, half mile; Phenix, high and low hurdles; Furlong, mile; Sessions, two miles; Ashley, quarter mile; two mile relay team of Moore, Furlong, Ashley and Shoup; the 400 relay team of Byrd, Phenix, Bouwens and Boldrey; and the mile relay team of Renee Rosin, Shoup, Kipp and Ashley. The team will travel to' Olivet on Wednesday and to Waverly on Saturday for the Eaton County Invitational. Maple Valley Lion boys track team knocks off Bronson 83-54 The Maple Valley track team defeated S.M.A.A. rival Bronson on Monday 83-54. Finishing first for Maple Valley in the field events were Kevin Cheeseman in the shot put, Scott Casteele in the discus, Aaron Patrick in the pole vault, and Tony Eye in the high jump. Winning relay teams for the Lions include the two-mile relay unit of Aaron Patrick, Tim Edinger, Tom Snyder and Nick Grinage, the 880 team of Grinage, Eye, Chip Reese and Patrick, and the mile relay team of Patrick, Edinger, Grinage and Snyder. In the running events, Patrick won the mile, Grinage the 440, Casteele the 880 and Steve Aainsworth in the two mile run. Wednesday against Pennfield, Cheeseman in the shot put, Casteele in the discus, Edinger in the high jump and Patrick in the pole vault each won field events. The 400 meter relay team of Eye, Tom Snyder, Jeremy Reynolds and Derek Morawski took first, as did the mile realy unit of Patrick, Chip Reese, Snyder, and Grinage. On Friday the Lions travel­ ed to CMU where they com- peted in the 36-team relays. Three Maple Valley athletes took home medals, and all three were in the field events. Patrick finished second in the pole vault, Casteele was fourth in the Cheeseman was shot put. Maple Valley Olivet for a Wednesday. discus and fifth in the travels to dual meet Lions still perfect in league baseball race The Maple Valley baseball team remained perfect in the S.M.A.A. race at week’s end after sweeping a doubleheader from Bellevue and defeating Olivet. The Lions are now 5-1 overall and 4-0 in the conference. Monday Maple Valley pounded Bellevue 13-1 and 14-4. In the opener, Jason Hoefler allowed one run on three hits, while striking out 10 batters. The Lions collected 12 hits, including homeruns by Levi Schantz and Darrel Stine. Brent Haig, Derrick Brown and Westin Rooks added two hits apiece for the Lions. In .the nightcap, Dan Franks went the distance, allowing five hits and one earned run. He struck out five and walked one. Hoefler and Josh Clifford each went 2-2, with three and four RBI respectively. Brown also drilled a two-run double in the fifth inning. Friday the Lions handed Olivet a 13-1 loss, as the came was called in the sixth on the mercy rule. Hoefler struck out 13 hit­ ters, allowing one run on four hits. He is now 3-1 on the season. Offensively, six Maple Valley players collected at least a pair of basehits, in­ cluding Stine, who blasted a two-run homer. Maple Valley will play Lakewood tonight at home, then resume their chase of the league title Thursday at Bronson. Eaton County Homemakers hosts for state district conference The Suthwest District Con­ ference of Michigan Associat i o n of Extension Homemakers (MAEH) was held April 25 at the First Bap­ tist Church in Charlotte. Approximately 100 Exten­ sion Homemakers from 13 counties participated in the leadership training. The chosen theme of the con­ ference was “There’s A Change In The Weather— There’s A Change In Me.” The focus of the conference centered on how to run effec­ tive meetings and how members can become involv­ ed as citizens in their communities. The keynote speaker, Mariah McClean from Wind­ dances Training Institute in Bay City, talked about “Per­ sonal Empowerment,” in which she shared ideas ofhow members could affect their own lives and their world. Special guest Mayor Kathy Wright of Charlote welcomed the group of visitors. The Eaton Extension Homemakers, in cooperation with the Michigan Association of Extension Homemakers Executive Board and Nancy Conkey, Southwest District director from Eaton County, coordinated and was host for the event. MAEH is a community­ based organization affiliated with Michigan State Univer­ sity’s Cooperative Extension Service. Its primary goal is to strengthen families and com­ munities through educational and leadership opportunities. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1991 — Page 15 Eaton County 4-Hers hold annual Style Show April 13 Best of Show winners at the 1991 Eaton County 4-H Style Show were (from left) Kristina Wine of Olivet, Tonya Mott of Olivet, Heather and Elissa Good of Charlotte, Jason Lilly of Charlotte, Christina Priesman of Vermontville, Angie Bruce of Charlotte, Sarah Mater of Vermontville, Erin Postal (front) of Eaton Rapids, Erin Hokanson (back) of Vermontville, and Eric Hill of Charlotte. The Style Show was April 13 in the Charlotte Junior High Auditorium. More than 80 4-H members from across Eaton County modeled clothing fashions they made ion the 4-H Style Show April 13. Participants wei;e evaluated on how they presented themselves and the garments they made. This took place at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The “April in Paris” theme set the stage for the evening Style Show at Charlotte Junior High’ School’s auditorium, with an elaborate display of silk flowering plants, yellow chrysanthemums, green plants and a wrought iron bench and chair set, highlighting a blown up silhouette of the Eiffel Tower. It gave 4-H members the opportunity to model their garments for the public before awards were presented. Julie Swift, ofCharlotte and administrative leader for the Sunrisers 4-H Club, served as chairwoman for the Style Show. Cheryl Roll, of the Dusty Rose Boutique of Charlotte, was mistress of ceremonies. Peggy Kiplinger presented the awards. Best of Show photo plaques and certificates were awarded to: Young Sewers - Jason Lil­ ly, Chester Champions 4-H Club; Angie Bruce, Benton Variety 4-H Club; and Erin Postal, We-R-A-4-H Club. Junior Sewers Sarah Mater, Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club, and Christine Wine, Walton Wonders 4-H Club. 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Ask us Jor details. *1991 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. TROWBRIDGE’S Good, Spaulding 4-H Club, and Erin Hokanson, Vermont­ ville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club. Senior Knitter - Christina Priesman, Spaulding 4-H Club. Receiving Style Revue medals were: Young Sewers - Heather Newman, Millerburg 4-H Club; Elizabeth Means, Boody Feeders 4-H Club; and Jody Sadler, We-R-A-4-H Club. Junior Sewers Sarah Ross, Benton Variety 4-H Club; Stephanie Rohdy, Chester Champions 4-H Club; and Sadie Yokeum, Walton Wonders 4-H Club. Senior Sewers - Cheryl Lil­ ly, Chester Champions 4-H Club, and Krista McGuire, Walton Wonders 4-H Club. Young Knitter - Rachel Lautzenheiser, Maurer 4-H Club. Junior Knitter - Shannon Sheler, Country Kids 4-H Club. Senior Knitter Trevor Shumaker, Country Kids 4-H Club. Honor Group - Rosettes were presented to: Young Sewers Sarah Christiansen, Boody Feeders; Heather Good, Spaulding 4-H Club; Meghan Hettich, Millerburg 4-H Club; and Kathy Pettit, We-R-A-4-H Club. Junior Sewers Jessica Harmon, Walton Wonders 4-H Club; Sarah Jones, Millerburg 4-H Club, and Thank You CARD OF THANKS We would like to Thank the Maple Syrup Association for honorings us as Grand Marshalls of the 1991 Vermontville Syrup Festival. It was an exciting day for us. Everyone invovled with the Festival made us feel very welcome. We would also like to thank the many family members and friends who helped us celebrate later at our home. Albert & Mary Bell TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 726-0569 OPEN: Monday-Friday 7-7, Saturday 8-5 Jessica Menzer, Country Kids 4-H Club. Senior Sewers - Jodi Lilly, Chester Champions 4-H Club; Jenel Whitson, Walton Wonders 4-H Club, and Amy Swift, Sunrisers 4-H Club. Young Knitter Sara Brownell, Country Kids 4-H Club. Junior Knitters - Bess Ann Martin, Vermontville Jr. Farmers, and Heather Troyer, Maurer 4-H Club. Senior Knitter - Brandy Menzer, Country Kids 4-H Club. The following 4-H clubs handled specific respon­ sibilities for the show: Gresham Grain Grinders theme and decorations; Spaulding - program cover design; Millerburg - ushers and program distribution; Chester Champions - judges’ luncheon; Country Kids setup; Benton Variety & Chester Champions American & 4-H pledges; and Vermontville Jr. Farmers cleanup. Help and guidance were provided by 4-H leaders: Kathy Pion and Gloria Rockafellow, Country Kids 4-H Club; Judy Rinehart, Benton Variety 4-H Club; Tammy Wolf, Boody Feeders 4-H Club; Peggy Papol and Pat Langmaack, Chester Champions 4-H Club;. Sue Gross and Alice Priesman, Spaulding 4-H Club; Pat Mur­ phy, Walton Wonders 4-H Club; Donna Davidson, Millerburg 4-H Club; Sue Bums and Jackie Goodrich, Potterville Shamrocks 4-H Club; Deb VanAken and Mabel Kreischer, We-RA-4-H Club; Janet Mer­ ryfield, Busy B Sewers & Crafters 4-H Club; Louise Todd, Maurer 4-H Club; Sarah Pierce and Jeri Mater, Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club; Sue Mead, Gresham Grain Grinders; and Julie Swift, Sunrisers 4-H Club. Charlotte Plaza Florist pro­ vided the silk and live plants that decorated the stage for the evening program. Country House Interiors of Charlotte donated carpeting for the stage for the morning judging session. COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. Lift #tr4a RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • VA" 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 ATTENTION!!! 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CLASSIFIED 24 is yourr 24-HOUR classified placement and information line from — f voice communicetion service of J-Ad Graphics, Inc. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-05-07.pdf 34013dc4c67fbc94170fc04b7f763c54 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121-S. Church St. HASTINGS, Ml 49058-1893. ft* & 4?0sg Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. >2 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 4905P P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 41 — Tuesday, May 7, 1991 M.V. Class of '91 is first to have 3-way tie for valedictorian by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter For the first time in the history of Maple Valley High School, valedictory honors will be shared this year by three seniors. Lisa Long, Ryan Rosin and Tina Yost each achieved a 3.992 grade average to tie for the top spot. Jennifer Swartz came in a close second, with a 3.977, to earn the salutatorian slot. Eighteen members of the graduating class of 1991, ex­ pected to number about 105, qualified for “high academic honors” by completing 14 semesters of designated honors classes and maintain­ ing grade-point averages of 3.50 or better, according to Principal Larry Lenz. Normally, only about 10 seniors in an average-sized Maple Valley graduating class would attain this status. In addition, 25 other members of the Class of ’91 ranked in the 3.0 to 3.49 range. “This is an academically outstanding class, ’ ’ said Lenz. “In fact, tihey are outstanding all the way around, extra­ curricular activities, service projects, everything.” Commencement exercises See Class of '91, page 2 Lisa Long Dawn Othmer Debra Joostberns Andrew Robotham Derek Brown Vermontville to seek legal counsel on water tank Sale to benefit Jacob West Maple Valley students were bargain hunters at a benefit yard sale conducted Friday at the junior-senior high school. Proceeds will help Jacob West, 4, of Nashville, acquire equipment that will allow him to communicate. He is unable to speak now because of a birth defect. The sale was undertaken as a community service project by Carol Satterly's seventh-grade Skills for Adolescence class, and was well attended. Old school typewriters were sold along with a variety of privately donated goods. Proceeds of the sale came to $232. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter There’s a new wrinkle in the old business of Vermont­ ville’s water tower repair problem. The Village Council Thurs­ day decided to seek legal opi­ nion before making a decision in the matter. The council’s dispute with Pittsburg Tank & Tower Company now has turned into a dispute with Great Lakes Claims Service, providers for the village’s municipal in­ surance carrier. In an April 10 letter from the Lexington, Ky., tank company to the Grand Rapids-based claim service firm, the ball was toss­ ed back into the insurance company’s court. The problem stems from a routine check in December of the municipal water tower by a three-man crew from P.T.&T. At that time Ver­ montville officials were led to believe the tank had sustained wind damage and was in danger of'falling from a cor­ kscrew effect. Repairs were authorized after officials received assurance from their in­ surance carrier under the Michigan Consulting Managers (MCM) Group, Inc., that the village would be reimbursed for the $4,800 paid to P.T.&T. for its slight­ ly more than two-hours of work. The insurance company subsequently denied the claim, citing lack of evidence from the tank firm that repairs were necessitated by wind damage. The Village Council then took the tank company to task, but after weeks of what Trustee Rod Harmon has call­ ed a “runaround,” they got results. “P.T.&T. finally gave the insurance company a breakdown (of job costs),” Harmon reported Thursday. “But they said $3,600 was all that was wind damage. $1,200 was normal maintenance.” He added, however, that the insurance company was still unwilling to foot the total bill for wind damage but had of­ fered a compromise settle­ ment of $1,800, which would leave the village holding the bag for $3,000. This, despite written confirmation of pre­ approval by the insurer. “We’ve got a problem with the insurance company and a lesson to be learned from them,” noted Harmon. He said MCM told him that initial authorization for repairs should not have come from the insurance company, but from the adjustment company. In part, the letter from the tank company to the claim service firm said, “We disagree with your determina­ tion that this was probably just a normal maintenance type of repair. We have provided periodic maintenance and repair work on this tank for over 47 years. “Our determination was based on our knowing the tank’s history, our inspector’s observations and the American Water Works Association’s standard for steel tank construction.. .We See Water tank, page 10 Nashville Lions plan White Cane Week The Nashville Lions Club organization. Lions Club International will conduct its annual White Cane Week campaign in the supports many charitable pro­ village starting Wednesday, jects to aid the blind and May 8, and running through visually impaired, as well conducting sight preservation Saturday, May 11. Lion Club members will be programs. The White Cane is a symbol on the sidewalks outside the post office and the local of the Lions’ efforts in this branch ofHastings City Bank, field, and each donor will as well as at Carl’s Market to receive a miniature white cane seek donations for sight pro­ lapel pin. grams sponsored by the In This Issue... • Sheriff warns students about alcohol • Former resident raises $35,000 for library • Fuller Street students picnic with bears • Yard sale for Vermontville Chamber Saturday �The Maple Valley News. Nashv ille. s /May X FW clMasapsesO Ffa-9m1ilfyi rFslot rtiost have 3lan r continued from frontpoge Al iSfif i Lr Ai Jfft tj Jj jti* i# Amy Rasey Daniel Lundquist have been set for 3 p.m. Sun­ day. June 2, at the Fuller Street athletic field, with the Jason Hoefler high g school gy gymnasium as backup in case of inclement weather. I just wanted to express mv m appreciation to Mrs. Linda Gaber qrs;. Lfaura Smith and Mr. Bob Smrth for going the extra mile iin year"19 my S‘r S throu9h the school Thank You — Happy Teacher’s Appreciation Day! CINDY GRANT Lansing Chamber of Comseected to tthe State of sMe,iecchiegano’s aSuemmer Institute for Arts and an Sciences at Western Michigaann received University; and receve received an a ^ M1CKExCellence Award from Michigan State University, where she has been ac- °r th£at S%peca peci*al £Mooter *th* er res £%*£**< &°m‘ p.m. Daily Call or visit ourshop to place yiour order today! flowers-by-wre Sheryl Finkler We Deliv member of the Student Coun­ cil, the Honors Choir and the Varsity Club. She played varsity basketoall and was manager for the varsity baseball squad. «htiS<,Chair of . ^‘on rC«ounty Student Ldhi Leadlershfip Fourm, and is a counselor for Maple Valley’s sixth-grade camp. Lisa plans to pursue a premed course at Michigan State University. She wants to become a family physician and open a practice. 203 N. State, Nashville ungass............. : a. Holy Day Masses ce'ebrated at 6:00p. m. REV. LEON POHL I full gospel VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 18322651 METHODIST CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ..... 10 a m‘ Morn. Worship.... ........n6 am ' Evening Service .... .6 p m*, Wednesday: awana ...... C.‘A7K „ Prayer Meeting ..7 p o aJn’ Verm ontv ille Sunday School . . l1 i0 a m ’ Church Service . ..lia.m REV. RICHARD YOUNG PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday Sunday School School ........ . .10 1 am a*m‘ Service . 16? p pmm’ A. M. Worshipe. P-M. Worshi Worship..... ...1J Wednesday Night’; ” P B, ble S,uc|y... :30 p.m REV. RICHARD COFFING PASTOR assembly of god church 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. .. 10 a rmn Sunday: A.M. Worship.... ....... n6 Evening Worship Worship.. ’ 6 Pom PWedne sMdayt iEveni ngPrayer Meeting .. .7pm REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. .9-4n15 a_ mm ’ Sunday School .n a mmSunday: Youth Fellowship ... .66 p.ni p REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODISTCHURCH CMnur.of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a m REV. RICHARD YOUNG Angel Beardslee jrt* H*1* mH* ili1 Jennifer Swartz Tammy Ashley percent on MEAP testing. wire been a men,ber of Webster Scholarship from AlNHS for two yearss, was presi- bion College, the Gerald R dent of his ‘freshman class Ford Institute Leadership served on the Student Council Award, and the 1990 Maple lour years, is a member ofthe Syrup Festival Scholarship P°"Ors a.u°'r’ 1,16 ^sh Tina was 1990 Syrup Festival Pl°u"bOrasn ad .thu°e'rY’ o1u,1t6 h L^easdehr- Quneae nw.as ru esva C iiif if*1® R.tn» in® ®k* saa'?i snip Forum. She was a recipient of a In addition,, he has been Presidential Academic Fitness member of Maple Valley’s Award from former President Ronald Reagan;; a State of marching and concert bands Tri-valedictorian Ryan and the jazz band. He has Michigan Speciall Tribute Rosin, son of Ronald and named All-Conference for Gov. James Nancy Rosm of Nashville *ree of the four years he has “^“hand,, a Michigan State Played golf; and has been also was named to the SMAA tBoard of Education ermember of Maple Valley’s tificate of Recognition; CerAll-Conference Academic basketball, baseballl an and trac tra track f’f,Caje from Eaton In­ * eam. He is an Academic All­ State Golfer, one of six in the teams during his high school School District; state. years. Award war A™rican PtoKS He has earned a Maplde .#R^an is a member of the Valley academic letter an Michigan Lions Club All­ Other attendance and State Band and he spent one scholastic awards, include SV2'y^arx?in; ^ifiedforthe Part H National Math Prize month m Europe with the Blue Maple Valley’s academic twoCompetition;; was Recom Recom-­ ^ake International Collegeyear pm and she is listed in mended Student for National o mong Meat Scholarship; and is He plans to attend Western A^can High Sc„J listed m'’Who’’s Who Among Michigan University, then go Amcncan High School on too thee University of bJ” ier activities, she has Students. Michigan for graduate work work. been a member of the Student Ryan has been accepted by He is considering a career iin concert and mar­ Western Michigan University engineering. ching bands; NHS; Students honors college with a fourY<LriHValtdiCtOrian Tina «ADn?’ cD7*nk Drivjng year, $12,000 scholarship He Yost, daughter ofWilliam Yost,daughterofWilliamand P Student P Student Lea Leard Yerosuhtihp also received a University ii off Patncia Yost ofVermontville Forum; and the Senior alumni scholarship is also named to the SMAA Forum. m w »i,uuo. Ryan scored 100 All-Conferenc e Academic ream. She has received the See Class of '91, page3 Church Schedul ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH Taca Smith tFollowing are profiles of cepted into honors college. the top 18 students in the In addition, she was the °CClass Fla. s“stoof e f, 11991. o9to91e.r A group photo recipient of the 1991 DAR . , r academically high-ranking students d wiill alplyGood Citizenship Award, and will appear m a later issue of the award^ M Optimist cl“b Maple Valley News. Lisa is president of her class, a post she also held as a Tri-valedictorian Lisa hU,Ufr' uhe was Measurer in Long, daughter of John and her freshman and sophomore Geraldine Long of Nashville years A member of the Nais one of eight Maple Valley tional Honor Society (NHS) seniors named to the SMAA she has served as treasurer for All-Conference Academic mat rou as mat group, as president ofthe .e She Outstandi.nSgheS tuwdeanst bnya mtehde mSpeamnibsehr oCfltuhbe,, has been a NASHVILLE BAPTISTCHURCH 304 Phillips St,, Nashville Sun. School ... ’ 9.4n.5 a_ _"’ A-M. Service . .” 7 P-M. Service Wed. Service ^:::;;JP„^ PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE nazarene * 301 Fuller St., Nashville - Sunday School . . .9-45 aa mm Sunday: A.M. Worship... 171 anm"’ PM. Worshi Worship..’ Wednesday Evening WorshiP....... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF barryville 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) &.n’ ^°JShip • • ’ 9:30 amSun. School ... ,11.00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE chapel 2nH nH » In.^'50 n. EaSt at Al tO 2 d mn .k Sundays of fevery ,«.-^mon,h mon,h at 6:30 n 7m 1 ( 16) 765-3094 (afterr 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville doming Worship’ .: 11 a m Church School . ..i]^ , Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN hSti d OtaiiBba iittol it its. St i luttatii jctai la/h KWittejii MKtofji M. Site tai i.Wabj telteH fe.wtei Midi tap. fatenii tW.Wpi •tespi “IIIIIIIIUHI ■Wti ;0o#’Oj«h luteol Hi maple grove bible church ,,,8593 Cloverdale Road (,,%, mi. East of M-66, 5 mi (% south of Nashville) AMdqoS?h001 a-m. A.M. Service . 11 a m p.M. senile. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER i I s s % Sib it �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1991 — Page 3 Class of *91 ft SduJ _ ■, .Itt tv--Ifitfjnm b bT/t . -­ iffiii at ii* lwW _B.l T^takttlk ta J*fafaotal i. “* tagu t St! W Special ft taer Go,. ja Itkitta a( I®! if Education ft tat cf Rec ognita; 6 J fee ftom Engi ; nta Sctolfc ■f Al America Fie . . Ata Otter itteidutt 11 ata ita. it * W'lfa'jitaR 1 jerpaadskutar ? “Ih'i Ute Ant Avncu Hid ite 9 Ms." , continued from page 2 She has played varsity soft­ ball and basketball; has been manager of the boys’ varsity basketball team, and is vice president of the Varsity Club. In non-school activities, besides her reign as Vermont­ ville Syrup Festival Queen, Tina has been involved in Girl Scouts, a church youth group, the Vermontville Historical Society, the Miss Teen of Michigan Pageant, and has done volunteer campaign work for public officials. She plans to attend Albion College, where she will “dou­ ble major.” Her studies will involve a pre-law program, majoring in political science and the earth sciences (biology, chemistry). She then plans to attend University of Michigan Law School and hopes to become an en­ vironmental corporate lawyer. Salutatorian Jennifer Swartz, daughter of Terrill and Julia Swartz of Vermont­ ville, is another SMAA All­ Conference Academic Team member. She has earned a Maple Valley academic letter and pin, scored 100 percent on MEAP testing, is a com­ mended National Merit scholar, and was selected to attend the Summer Institute for Arts and Sciences at Western Michigan Universty, where she has been accepted in the honors college with a four-year, $12,000 scholar­ ship. She twice placed first in the American Math Core Competition. Jennifer is a member of the NHS, for which she is historian and photographer; the Spanish Club; Varsity Club; and has been a member of the Student Council for four years. She has also been a member of the band, the jazz band, and has been in­ volved in volleyball and was mananger of junior varsity softball. She has been a member of the Michigan Lions Club All­ State Band for four years, the Student Leadership Forum for four years, and has twice at­ tended the United State Space Camp. Jennifer will study pre-med at WMU, and plans to become an oral surgeon. F igterMil «■■■■■■■■■■■■■■>■■■■■■■■■■■■ S Maple Valley Athletic Boosters E ’ taiitarofteMi 1 flntfcfflsttet 1 Ay tac M'tete = BINGO I 3 MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA £ (a®! Dmi 1 jjjOtMstai* l^altitS«rW ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.; £ Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 “ llllllll N11 lai I tl I llllll IIIIO Emily Butler, daughter of Alvin and Susie Butler of Nashville, earned high honors with a GPA of 3.969, and is the another one ofthe Class of 1991 to be named to the SMAA All-Conference Academic Team. She has earned a Maple Valley academic letter; the school citizenship award; a Farm Bureau Certificate of Merit for outstanding 4-H work; and has qualifed for an NHS scholarship, Michigan Competitive Scholarship, and Hope College Presidential Scholarship. She is a member and treasurer of NHS; was treasurer of her junior class; and has been a member of the Varsity Club, Spanish Club, Honors Choir and Student Council; participated in varsi­ ty track and basketball, and served as a Maple Valley sixth-grade camp counselor. Emily’s other activities in­ clude participation in a church cantata and 4-H work. She plans to attend Hope College at Holland, where she will major in elementary education. She hopes to become an elementary teacher. Jody DeGroot, daughter of Jack and Judith DeGroot of Nashville, earned high honors with a 3.942 GPA. She has received a Maple Valley academic letter and pin, and earned a spot on the SMAA All-Conference Academic Team. In addition, she is -a reci­ pient of an Outstanding Stu­ dent Award in pre-allied health at Lansing Community College. Jody is a member and secretary of NHS, member of the Student Council, partici­ pant in Teen Court, a counselor for sixth-grade camp, statistician for junior varsity basketball, and a member of the senior homecoming court. She is employed at Good Time Pizza in Nashville. Jody plans to attend Hope College, and will study the pre-med course. She hopes to become a registered physical therapist. Dawn Othmer, daughter of Robert and Kathleen Othmer ofVermontville, is graduating with a high honors GPA of 3.917, and is another member of the class to earn a spot on the SMAA All-Conference Academic Team. She has received the Maple Valley f* academic letter and pin, scored 100 percent on MEAP math and reading tests, and has earned achievements awards in math and biology. She is a member of NHS, Spanish Club, Student Coun­ cil; Youth Leadership Forum, the marching and concert bands, the Lions Club All­ State Band and the Communi­ ty Band. She has played soft­ ball and volleyball and has been active in Girl Scouts, where she earned two silver awards, one for leadership. She also has been active in a church youth group. Dawn plans to attend Michigan State University to pursue a career in science. Levi Schantz, son of Homer Schantz of Nashville and Christine Royston of Pot­ terville, has earned high honors with a GPA of 3.824 and is the eighth member of the class to be named to the SMAA All-Conference Academic Team. He has received an academic achieve­ ment award for two con­ secutive years, and has served as senior high student council liaison to the Maple Valley Board of Education. Levi helps his father on their 600-acre, 150-head dairy farm. In July, Levi will leave for two years active duty with the U. S. Army Corps, of Engineers, where he has recently been promoted to Private E-2. He hopes to become a career military man as an Army warrant officer. He has also considered going into the Army Reserves to pursue aviation training to become a commercial helicopter pilot. Debra Joostberns, daughter of Tom and Darlene Joostberns of Vermontville, earned high honors with a 3.793 GPA. She has recieved an academic letter and a second-year pin, and has eamed awards in speech and typing. Debra has been a member of the Student Council, NHS and has been involved in basketball and softball. She also enjoys biking and dancing. She plans to attend Kellogg Community College in Battle Creek to study business management and computer processing. Later, she plans to transfer to a four-year college to complete her studies. Debra said she hopes to be employed in the business world, either as a computer See Class of *91, page 6 GLENN MARY -. TOE OUTPOST Order Your... MOTHER’S DAY CAKES by FRIDAY, MAY 10 151 S. Main Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-1000 AT EATON FEDERAL THERE’S SAFETY IN NUMBERS ^(tool W1 Looking for a safe place for your money? Look no further than Eaton Federal. Our reserves are over three times the amount required by Federal Regulations. 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By Susan Hinckley May storms’ damage and mumps highlight 1930 Nashville News fire. However, the blue flame proved to be only the electrici­ ty from the lightning. The whole village and vicinity was severely shaken up about two o’clock Friday morning when a windstorm of cyclone proportions passed over this section, leaving a trail ofdamaged buildings and trees after it had passed. The main force of the storm was spent about two miles north of Nashville, and from that point east. Throughout that area, farm property suffered con­ siderable damage. At the Peter Baas and Peter Lightning, wind, raze Snore farms, straight north of buildings in this vicinity Storms passing over this town,, roofs were tom from section Thursday and Friday buildings, chimneys were left considerable damage in blown down, buildings moved their wake as a result of from their foundations, and severe lightning and wind. other damage done. While all the parties whose Starting Wednesday afternoon with one of the hardest rains places were damaged have not ever witnessed, and a shower as yet been learned, the of small hailstones, the spring estimated amounts of damage storm season was initiated in those reported range from a small amount to several with a vengeance. About five o’clock Thurs­ hundred. At the Charles R. Brown day morning another storm broke over the village, with farm, north of Vermontville, lightning getting in its work of a tool shed 24x50 was terror for a period of several demolished and considerable farm machinery damaged. His minutes. When it had passed on, it loss is estimated at from $500 was discovered that the Fred to $700. Ray Perkins’ buildings suf­ Bullis home had been struck, but luckily no fire was started. fered a loss estimated at $200. However, the bolt tore off Sam Shepard’s bam was com­ considerable siding from the pletely demolished, but extent house, loosened a lot more, of the loss in money was not broke most of the windows learned. and otherwise damaged the Reports from the local of­ dwelling. fice of the Farmers & Mer­ At the Porter Kinne and chants Mutual Windstorm In­ Adolph Douse homes, either surance Co. estimate the com­ side of the Bullis home (in the pany’s losses in southern Ionia 400 block of North State County to be around $5,000. Street), windows were broken While considerable damage by the jar of the bolt. Mr. was done in the local area, the Douse, who was up watching greatest loss from the storm the storm spend its force, saw appears to be in the vicinity of the bolt hit the Bullis house, Grand Rapids, where huge and because it was so com­ trees were uprooted within the pletely enveloped in blue city and many houses and flames, thought the house on other buildings wrecked. A series of early May storms of cyclone proportions lifted roofs and moved buildings from foundations in the local region 61 years ago. The village of Nashville was hard hit by lightning and nearly all rural neighborhoods in the vicinity experienced some wind damage. A rash of mumps cases, the growing uses of electricity and other stories of the day also were reported in The Nashville News of May 8, 1930: Electric service was at a standstill for several hours in that city, traffic mediums be­ ing temporarily out of business and unable to operate. Country correspondence — (West Vermontville) The windstorm that passed through here last week did considerable damage in near­ by sections, demolishing S. R. Shepard’s bam. The contract for rebuilidng has already been let to a man from Mason and work will commence at once...Mr. and Mrs. Howard Shaffer, who have been spen­ ding the winter in Springfield, Ohio, returned Wednesday and at present are visiting at S. R. Shepard’s...Mrs. Elsie Offley has a new electric Maytag washing machine. — (Striker District) The windstorm last Thursday night visited nearly everyone in this vicinity. Among the heaviest damage done were Walter Ickes’ tool house and com crib; a bam roof on the old Eaton farm belonging to Charles Welch, and roofs on Mr. Geiger’s. Another old landmark was also finished, the barn on Emory Houghtaiin’s, known to all as the Warren Hall place...Again mumps have entered our school. Frederic Houvenir is the victim, while baby Joyce Jensen also is ill with them. — (North' Castleton) Gor­ don Rowlader is detained from school on account of the mumps. Mrs. Thelma Demond is also a victim of the mumps...The P.T.A. is postponed for a week in this district...It’s fine to see the green carpet on the ground and the trees with their foliage again. — (Kalamo) Considerable damage was done in this sec­ tion by Thursday night’s Uprooted trees and smashed buildings of the May 1930 storms may have reminded Nashville area residents of a more serious storm that touched down some ten years earlier, on March 28, 1920. That storm wreaked havoc on the Wilcox neighborhood of Cloverdale Road, about six miles south of Nashville. Four people died in that tornado which leveled buildings, as seen in this day-after photo of the Belson farm, where 17-year-old Edith Belson perished. At the church at Assyria Center (right), about 10 miles south of Nashville, area residents "interested in electricity" met with a Consumers Power Company representative in early May 1930 to discuss potential service. This was a time when rural homes were being connected to electrical power, opening the door to many modern conveniences of the day. Also in early May, several from Assyria traveled to Marshall to see that city's new electric lighted fountain. storm, with trees uprooted and buildings wrecked, but after reading accounts in the dailies of the storm’s fury, everyone is thankful to have escaped without more severe losses...Richard Garms, son of Mrs. George Garms, is very ill with the mumps and under a doctor’s care. — (Assyria) Paul Schroder, Phyllis and Dave Tasker have the chicken pox. Charlie Phillips has scarlet fever...A representative of Consumers Power Co. met with all those interested in electricity at the church Wednesday evening...Quite a number from here went to Marshall Sunday evening to see the beautiful electic lighted fountain, which has been dedicated there recently. — (Northeast Castleton) The storm Friday night doing lots of damage to buildings, trees and telephone poles, centered itself on P. B. Baas’ home and outbuildings. The family members consider themselves lucky to get out alive and unhurt. Carpenters are busy repairing the damage.. .Lloyd Pennington is putting out crops on Michael Ehret’s farm. — (Sheldon Comers) Grandpa Cass is quite poorly at present...Grandma Gordnier is somewhat better at pre­ sent. Her many friends wish for her a speedy and complete recovery...Miss Mae Rodgers was helping with housework and care of Mrs. John Helvie last week. We are sorry to hear of her serious il­ lness.. .Clyde Gould has a new radio. — (North Irish Street) Richard Hickey lost a valuable horse Monday while plowing.. .Mrs. Andrew Dooling is home after staying with her mother for a week, while having her tonsils taken out. She is very weak yet. (Branch District) Vincent Norton had the misfortune to dislocate his shoulder Satur­ day morning. Dr. E. T. Mor­ ris was called and took him to Pennock Hospital, where with the assistance of Dr. Lofdahl, the shoulder was replaced. Local news — A few members of the Nashville gun club made their initial appearance at the shooting range Monday even­ ing, but you don’t hear anyone bragging about the records they made. The blue rocks were fairly safe for one even­ ing, but now that the guns have been limbered up and the shootin’ eye is back in train­ ing, there is bound to be some real records hung up. — Menno Wenger, Lee Bailey and W. L. Gibson were in Hastings Monday night and attended a meeting of Giblum Council, No. 49 R. & S. M. The beautiful Super Excellent degree was conferred. — Mr. and Mrs. Allen Sage and four children of Detroit spent from Friday un­ til Tuesday with their uncle, Elmer Northrop. They bought a farm near here and will move next week. — Mrs. Della Bowman has purchased the property on the south side, known as the L. E. Seaman residence. — Horace Babcock has ac­ cepted a position with the TryMe Bottle Works. — Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Hafner visited their daughter, Miss Genevieve, at Michigan State College Sunday. — Mrs. Arthur Hyde of Charlotte, on her 80th birth­ day, had a gift of riding in an airplane. The gift was from her grandson, Orlo Mead, police department traffic of­ ficer. Mrs. Hyde throughly enjoyed the new experience and laughed and joked while soaring in the clouds. — Lucille Peterson, Battle Creek, was considerably daz­ ed and three young men, also of Battle Creek, was severely shaken up as the result of a head-on collision with a telephone pole in front of the Max Miller home in the south end of town, about three o’clock Wednesday after­ noon. The young men are Leigh Murray, Bob Terris and Dean Carnahan. All are students and were on their way to Woodland to par­ ticipate in a track meet when the accident happened. Miss Peterson was driving and rounded the turn top fast to clear the curb. The car climb­ ed the curb, and hit the pole squarely in the middle of its bumper. The girl was thrown clear of the car, through the left front door, the door being tom from its hinges. — Mrs. Audrey Appelman and Mrs. Stella Purchis enter­ tained the Clover Leaf Class of the Evangelical Church for the April meeting, at the home of the former. This was a “school girl party” and curls, braids and ribbon bows were very much in evidence. After the business meeting the group sang school day songs. Some amusing happenings of school days were then told by each girl. Several games were played, after which the com­ pany was invited to the dining room, where each was given a bright colored woven basket, containing a dainty lunch any “school girl” would enjoy. A very pleasant evening was spent by all present. — Dr. Willet, the former scoutmaster, has moved, causing a change in officers and organization. The new scoutmaster, Max Miller, and his new assistants, Mr. Cole and Mr. Higdon, are in­ augurating the program for the warmer months by chang­ ing the meeting place to a meadow, near Gregg’s cross­ ing, and establishing a new system of discipline and drill­ ing. Monday night the troop met at Gregg’s crossing and drilled for several hours with satisfactory results. In the business meeting the altered organization was approved by the boys who had several ex­ cellent suggestions. Thursday night Dr. Lofdahl instructed the troop in first aid in preparation for the coming rally. — The Bethany Class ofthe Evangelical Sunday School will meet with Mrs. Charles Ackett Friday afternoon, Ladies, bring thimbles, as there is a comforter to be tied. Give Mother a.. Gift Certificate ...and receive an additional discount! Expires May 10th Styles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville • ^WALK-INS WELCOME 852*1757 Open SYLVIA HOEVE iSSpri. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1991 — Page 5 Sheriff warns junior high youths about alcohol dangers jj 4»(l SJS!* mJ J wj jsi; J:S jtJ?w ; -fi^K ■JL^J faa J*^ ?/",**i tte -. ’.^■<*0 *0 ■1'kktai ( M..nB®.kl< by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Barry County Sheriff David Wood was guest speaker Thursday afternoon at a meeting of Maple Valley’s Junior High STAND (Students Taking A New Direction). The sheriff told the newlyformed youth group about the dangers of drinking. STAND is a junior high version of SADD (Students Against Drunk Driving) and is financially backed by the Nashville Lions Club. Local chiropractor Dr. Michael Callton, a Lions Club member and adult sponsor of the group, introduced Wood. “Most people nowadays consider alcohol a drug,” Wood told the students. He said a drug is any substance one ingests (other than food) that causes physical, mental or emotional changes. “Alcohol is the most abus­ ed drug because it is the most accepted,” noted Wood. “And it is the most accepted by parents, too.” The sheriff outlined general facts about the use of alcohol, and used graphs to show the relationship between alcohol consumption and auto accidents. “Auto accidents are the number one cause ofdeath for high schools students in the United State,” noted Wood. * ‘It is the number two cause of death for college students.” He said young people are (paralysis), which can lead to death. “Alcohol goes to your brain,” Wood told the youngsters. “If you register 4.0 or over (blood alcohol level) you are dangerously close to death.” He explained how body weight and speed of con­ sumption are involved in the effects of drinking, and ex­ plored some common myths about alcohol. “Beer is just as dangerous as any of the other hard Barry County Sheriff David Wood spoke to Maple Mapl Valley's junior high group. Students Taking A New Direction (STAND), about the dangers of alcohol. The newly-formed organization is sponsored by the Nashville Lions Club under direction of Dr. Michael Callton. on Her Day!! not experienced drinkers, in that they have little knowledge of how alcohol will affect them. Combine that with their driving inexperience, and you have a deadly combination. “Chances of an accident are three times more likely after ■nmikB i®£.!lll&.!I liBBlM iIt. Mi k 5 ■Dtk^tni ® lilZMEJ& * liaasui K DI’.Kt^lS' xk taato» li ®si£pifai£‘ li i KlCq'ioR* rt ns ii irate1* b is® sisH r- |mnaiitW only one drink,” warned Wood. He added that there are over three million teen­ age alcoholics in the United States. With a graph, the sheriff il­ lustrated the probability of an accident occurring in ratio to blood alcohol level. The legal limit in Michigan is . 10. He also discussed symp­ toms of alcohol impairment ranging from the least (over­ confidence, shortened atten­ tion span) to the greatest GINGHER SHEARS Lots of Floral Prints or a... In Stock Patterns Still 1/3 OFF — McCall Simplicity • Kwik Sew Sewing Machine Repair by Mr. J Extension Homemakers plan garage, craft sale The Eaton Extension Homemakers will sponsor a county-wide garage and craft "The Gift of Beauty" for Mother on Mother's Day - , -"" * “ * drinks,” warned Wood. “Alcohol also relaxes eye muscles and stops a person from seeing properly,” hence the blurred or double vision often associated with intoxication. Before concluding the ses­ sion, the sheriff fielded ques­ tions from the audience. Most pertained to-how one should handle situations involving alcohol use by peers and the proper procedures for repor­ ting suspected drunk drivers to authorities. "The Mirrors image „g6buh sjoujfiAl 9i|l„ Mair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 852-9192 -9192 sale at Kardel Hall, on the Eaton County Fair Grounds in Charlotte, Friday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Twenty-five different ven­ dors will offer bargains with good “second-time around merchandise” clothing, new craft items and baked goods — all for sale at reasonable prices. The on-site restaurant will serve homemade chicken noo­ dle soup, strawberry pie and hot sandwiches. The proceeds will be used to support leadership oppor­ tunities for members and scholarships to county, district and state activities for rion-members. 218 E. State St., Hastings Ph. 945-9673 HOURS: Mon. lhuft. 55 30; Frl M; SM. 0530 HULST CLEANERS PICK-UP STATION STANTON'S mtucTioneeRS & ioltors^F (517)726-0181 • PH !44 SOUTH i’jNFI STREET MERmOHTMIUE. MICHIG4M 49096 tl4SH'JIU.e (517) 852-1717 111 N. 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THORNAPPLE LAKE! 2 bedroom, year round home Large screened porch, newer seawall (M-36) 'Land contract terms •10 acres of land *4 bedroom home with living and family rooms •Large garage •Great country property! (CH-107) •Large pond — 20 acres of land — beautiful property! This lovely, large home has two baths, a family room and living room and attached garage. Deck overlooks the pond. Be sure to call if you are looking for a home in the country. (CH-106) TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION —- Wednesday, May 29 — Approx. 38 acres wiith two-story home and barn located south of Bellevue — close to expressway. Call for a flyer! — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Merge Andrews 852*0712 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Cindy Doolittle 726-0605 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 SERVING MICHIGAN R .30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1991 — Page 6 Class of *91 has 3-way tie, processor or a manager. She said she also plans to get married. Andrew Robotham, son of James and Ardyce Robotham of Nashville, qualifies for high honors with a GPA of 3.727. He has earned an academic letter and two-year pin, and honorable mention in the SMAA All-Conference Academic competition. He is a member of NHS, Spanish Club, Student Coun­ cil, Honors Choir, Maple Valley Jazz Band and Student Leadership Forum. Andrew has participated in track, wrestling and cross­ country. He plans to attend Michigan Technological University to study mechanical engineering. He wants to become a mechanical engineer, hopeful­ ly in Michigan. Derek Brown, son of Douglas and Nancy Brown of Vermontville, won high honors with a 3.667 GPA. He earned an academic letter and pin and has won awards in citizenship and classical literature. He is a member of NHS, Student Council and Teen Court. He has played varsity football and baseball, continued from page3 and was on the Homecoming court in both his freshman and senior years. Derek plans to attend James Madison College at Michigan State University to study business law and political science. He wants to work for a corporation as a legal advisor. Tammy Ashley is the daughter ofWilson and Elaine Ashley of Nashville. She earned high honors with a 3.589 GPA and honorable mention in SMAA All­ Conference - Academic com­ petition. She has received an academic letter, a Lions Award and has scored 100 percent on MEAP testing. She is a member of NHS, Vhrsity Club, Spanish Club, Student Council, Student Leadership Forum, and has played in the school band. Tammy has been active in sports, including basketball, volleyball and track. She plans to attend Grand Valley State University because, she said, “They have very strong programs in both psychology and criminal justice.” Tammy's careers plans are “to be successful in whatever Annual Garage Sale Wed. & Thurs., May 8 & 9 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 9118 Lawrence Road Nashville % miles west of M-66 I choose to do.” Amy Rasey, daughter of Donald and Patricia Rasey of Nashville, earned high honors with a GPA of 3.585 and has received an academic letter. She is a member of NHS, has been a member of the Lions’ Club All-State Band, and has participated in track, cross­ country and basketball. In other activities, she is in­ volved in church choir and church youth groups. Amy plans to attend Kellogg Community College for two years, then transfer to Western Michigan University to earn a bachelor’s degree in accounting. She wants to work as an accountant for an established firm for a while, then start her own accounting firm. Angel Beardslee, daughter of Tom and Ruth Beardslee, qualified for high honors with a GPA of 3.568, and earned honorable mention in SMAA All-Conference Academic competition. She has received an academic letter. Angel has been a member of the Maple Valley Quiz Bowl, NHS, SADD, and the Honors Choir. She works at Good Time Pizza. She plans to go to Kellogg Community College for two years to study to become a teacher of sign language, which she eventually hopes to be able to teach to disabled children. Sheryl Finkler, daughter of David and Claudia Finkler of Nashville, is a high honors senior with a GPA of 3.564. She has received an academic letter; is a member of NHS, and is listed in “Who’s Who Among American High School Students.” LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION Notice of Last Day of Registration of the Electors of 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 Monday, June 10, 1991. 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 10,1991, IS MONDAY, MAY 13, 1991. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, MAY 13, 1991, 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. Ronald Tobias, Secretary, Board of Education Yard sale Saturday for Vermontville Chamber A kitchen range and other goodies are among the things that Ricki Hill, Ver­ montville Chamber of Commerce treasurer, turned up last week for the upcoming community-wide yard sale Saturday, May 11. The Chamber is looking for donated goods, which may be left at Vermontville Hardware or can be picked up if re­ quested. The fund-raiser will be held at the rear of Vermontville Hardware. Com­ munity residents also are invited to conduct private yard sales Saturday, and setups will be available in the village park next to the hardware on a first-come first-served basis. A $2 donation to the Chamber will help defray cost of advertising. Taca Smith is the daughter Daniel Lundquist, son of Sheryl is senior class treasurer, was her sophomore of Dale and Delma Smith of Raymond and Sandra Lund­ class president, is a member Charlotte and tallied a high quist of Nashville, completes of the Varsity Club,- has been honors GPA of 3.520. She has the list of 18 high honors president of the Spanish Club earned an academic letter, is a seniors with a 3.50 GPA. He and has participated in varsity member ofNHS and the band. has earned an academic letter She plans to attend and is a member of NHS. track and volleyball. She is also a 4.-H Club Michigan State University to After graduation he plans to study interior design and go into an apprenticeship pro­ rodeo secretary. Sheryl plans to attend eventually hopes to own an in- gram to become an electrician. Grand Valley State University terior design business. to study business and accoun­ ting. Her career plans are uncertain, but she hopes to work in the field of accounting. Jason Hoefler, son of Greg and Bobbi Hoefler of Ver­ Lots of nice mens, womens and montville, earned a high honors GPA of 3.523. He is a childrens clothing, boys bikes, member of NHS; has won microwave cart, bar stools, couch, ot­ awards in composition and journalism, and the Presiden­ II toman, wicker room screen, dresser, tial Award in physical desk, coffee table, double deck remote education. Jason has played baseball, stereo cassette player, cream separators, football and basketball; was crocks, toys, easel, collectibles, and other All-State in both football and baseball; and placed five quality junk _et.e _Ben,ton’,s P times oh the SMAA All­ Conference team. 2652 Ionia Rd., Vermontville He has been a member of the Valley Visions staff, NHS, 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (No early sales) w »« M— ** Varsity Club, SADD, Student Leadership Forum, and has been Student Council presi­ dent and class vice president. Fri. & Sat., May 10th & 11th He played summer baseball in Battle Creek and has work­ ed in the lumber yard, hard­ ware and carpentry businesses. Jason plans to attend Western Michigan Universi­ ty, going into the field of education and studying for a Clearing out all my floral stock - flower minor in journalism. He said cuts by Pretty Petals, centers and he would like to have a fami­ ly, work as a teacher and cay lex, dishes and vases, ready made coach high school baseball. GARAGE SALE — May 8, 9 and 10 — . LARGE BASEMENT and YARD SALE Friends of Library to meet tonight Friends of the Putnam Library will meet tonight at 7 p.m. at Good Time Pizza Restaurant. Plans will be made for the May 18 window washing at the library. There will be an appreciation award presented at the meeting. flowers and arrangements. I will also be selling craft items I have made. This will be my last year for making cemetery arrangements. In addition, I will have used items you would find at a yard sale. 9749 Nasvhille Highway Vermontville, Michigan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1991 — Page 7 Maple Valley alumni addresses needed for this year's banquet Nashville water plant expansion nearly done Construction of on addition to Nashville's municipal water plant on Water Alley was drawing to an end Friday, and expected to be finished this week. The pole barn structure added to the rear of the present plant houses a new detention tank and other filtration equipment. It was constructed by a crew of inmates from Riverside Correctional Facility at Ionia and their supervisor. They also painted the interior of the existing plant. The whole project, including materials and labor, is expected to run about $7,000, according to DPW Director Leon Frith, who said he was very pleased with the inmates' work. One of the persons listed in last week’s story about the up­ coming banquet for alumni of Nashville-VermontvilleMaple Valley schools has been located, but another has been added to the list of “missing.” Still missing is Mark Norris ofNashville’s Class of 1961. Others whose addresses are needed for Nashville are Florence Lapham, Class of 1941; Peggy Boner, 1951; Rodney Purvis, 1956; and Gretchen Engle, Sandra Burpee and Dawn Michaels, 1961. Those who have any infor­ mation on these people may contact Nashville alumni secretary Judy Hook at 852-9655. The alumni banquet is set for 7 p.m. Saturday, May 25, Garage Sale RUMMAGE SALE, FRI, SAT, May 10th & 11th. 9-5, most clothes $.10, at Nashville United Methodist Annex. at the Maple Valley High School gymnasium. The menu will feature a choice of stuffed breast of chicken or swiss steak with all the trimmings. Because of the size of the mailing list, invitations are mailed only to those who at­ tended the previous year’s banquet and to other alumni in five-year increments. Those who did not receive an invitation in the mail may make reservations by sending a check to Maple Valley Alumni Association, 11903 ^Mother’s May ©ay 12 th Get her a Gift Certificate from ... THE VILLAGE HAIR PORT For Sale Automotive Former local woman to raise $35,000 in dance marathon by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Local residents who remember Sandy Hulbert will not be surprised to learn that she is back in the dance marathon “business.” While a student here, the energetic 1979 Maple Valley High School graduate was in­ volved in several week-long, fund-raising dances at Lans­ ing area malls. Now married and the mother of two, Sandy Duer lives in the Pocono Mountains region of eastern Pennsylvania, and she’s still at it. Recently, an unfinished library near Stroudsburg caught Duer’s eye and, accor­ ding to an article by Paula Heeschen in the Pocono Record, Duer was determined to see it open for business. When she learned that the library’s opening was stymied because of a lack of funds, Duer decided a dance marathon would be a good idea. Now, Heeschen has reported, Duer is “wearing out her shoes organizing the 1991 Dance for Knowledge marathon, hoping to raise $35,000 for the Smithfields Library, a branch of the Eastern Monroe Public Library.” The 24-hour dance is set to start at 2 p.m. Saturday. Heeschen noted that Duer is busy reserving tents, lining up music and entertainment, soliciting prizes, and even recruiting dancers from the residence halls and fraternities at East Stroudsburg University. Students, teachers, members of civic groups and others are being asked to par­ ticipate, either as dancers or sponsors of dance couples. “Dancers will be eligible for prizes — some as lavish as a week’s trip to a Hilton Hotel in Florida — depending upon on how much they raise,” wrote Heeschen. At Duer’s last marathon, 47 Eaton County visitor's guide now available at Chamber Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) 726-0319 college student couples raised a total $26,000. And the pep­ py former Vermontville resi­ dent believes the goal will be reached in her latest effort. “Thirty-five thousand dollars is what’s needed and that’s what we expect to do,” she told the Pocono Record. In a recent note to hei friends, Tim and Alice Boucher of Nashville, Sand] wrote that she has already at tended about two dozer meetings at the college, school, and various organiza­ tions to drum up support for the marathon. She has signed up square dancers, belly dancers, bands and clowns to provide live entertainment and lined up a popular disc jockey from a local radio station to emcee the event. She has also done live radio interviews. “I knew maybe 10 people in the Poconos up ’til now,” she wrote. “Now everyone knows me!” - HOURS 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M0F&hru COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Comer of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml INSURANCE for ... • Motorcycles • Boats • Jet Skis • Travel Trailers Motor Homes • Mobile Homes TOBIAS MASON Insurance Agency — FREE QUOTES — 852-2005 • Dick Tobias The fifth annual Eaton County Visitor’s Guide is now available at area Chamber of Commerce offices and the Cooperative Extension Service. The guide lists all major community events for the year, including special events such as the International Bow Hunters Clinic June 14-16; the International Water Ski Tournament July 12-14; the Eland Art Fair Aug. 3; Crusin’s Classics Auto Show Aug. 23-28; Country Living Day Sept. 21; and more. The guide also lists infor­ mation on farm markets and you-pick farms, historical sites, genealogical informa­ tion and golf courses. Com­ mercial businesses are also featured, including specialty stores, restaurants and hotels/motels and camping. The Visitor’s Guide is fund­ ed by a grant from Eaton County and advertising revenues. The Eaton County Cooperation Extension Ser­ vice coordinates the develop­ ment and distribution of the guide. Lawrence Highway, Nashville, 49073. Reservations for alumni and guests may be sent to the association no later than May 15. The meal is $7 per person and current year dues for alumni are $1. Tickets may be picked up at the door the night of the banquet. The school will be open at 5 p.m. for those wishing to visit and reminisce, and punch will be available before the dinner hour. 470 E. Main, Vermontville 1961 VOLKSWAGON BUG runs great, looks good, $800 or B/O. Also 1976 Mercury Marquis, needs a battery, $300 or B/O. Please call after 10am, 852-9104. Call for appointment... 7260257 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS * THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR. DOC OVERHOLT................. SANDY LUNDQUIST.......... DON STEINBRECHER....... Multiple Listing GARRY KNOLL................... Service (MLS) JERI BAKER........................ Home .Warranty Available TIM BURD (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HNIS • 726-0223 ........ 852-1740 ....... 852-1543 ....... 852-1784 .Eves. 852-0786 ....... 726-1171 ....... 852-2012 .Eves. Introducing our New Sales Associate Salesperson of the Month of April” “TIM BURD” “SANDY” LUNDQUIST We welcome to our sales staff — Tim Burd. Tim has lived in the Maple Valley area all his life and graduated from MVHS in 1978. He owns a pizza business in Olivet and was in "Real Estate Sales" previously in Hastings. He is now a corrections officer for the State of Michigan. Give Tim a call for any real estate needs you may have. Call 852-2012 or reach him at the office. NASHVILLE • S BEDROOM HOME (or 8 rooms plus 3 room efficiency apartment upstairs). Many recent improvements. 2 car garage & large breezeway. (N-367) NASHVILLE ■ 4 BEDROOM WELL CARED FOR HOME - Hardwood floors, on large double lot with a 2-story garage. Priced k right! (N-380) EARLY AMERICAN ■ NATURAL WOODWORK & OAK - OPEN STAIR­ CASE - Nashville "turn of the century" 3 bedroom, 2 story home, hardwood floors in dining area, attractive brick fireplace in living room. Screened in porch. Must see to appreciate! Call Garry. (N-354) 80 ACRE FARM - West of M-66, north of Nashville. 2 story, 3 bedroom home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog barn, 36x48 basement barn. Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) 160 ACRE FARM - BELLEVUE Good crop land, 3 bedroom home, basement barn & a large pole barn. Would sell 40 acres of vacant land separ­ ately. (F-384) ON S ACRES NORTHWEST OF VER­ MONTVILLE - Small home (could be 3 bedrooms), new roof & new siding. Mature shade. Listed at $39,000. Maple Val­ ley Schools!! (CH-378) Congratulations!! “Sandy” 3 BR RANCH, VERMONTVILLE Beautiful wood floors throughout. Partially fenced back yard and mature shrubs, pine & maple trees in this large yard. Close to town. Call "Jeri." (V-381) VACANT LAND: 10 ACRES • SOME TREES on property blacktop road east of Vermontville. (VL-373) 20 ACRES - PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) 10 ACRE BUILI^r^Q - Edge of Vermontx i blacktop rd. NEAR VERMONTVILLE: 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 10 ACRE BUILDING LOTS - Black­ top road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359) A �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1991 — Page 8 jEngagements Black - Johncock exchange wedding vows Betty Pierce was the organist, and vocalist Lisa Corkwell, niece ofthe groom, and friend Joe Maurer helped to create the lovely at­ mosphere for the ceremony with the selections of “To Me” and “Household of Faith.” Sheryl West of Colorado and Suzy Corkwell of Nashville, sisters of the groom, served at the guest book. Honored guests were Mar­ jorie Ostroth and Elizabeth Parker, great aunts of the groom, and Bill and Marion Hamilton, grandparents ofthe bride. Rick and Cathy Vessecchia, friends of the couple, served as host and hostess at the reception in the church fellowship hall, They presented a slide show of the new couple’s “Fairy Tale” courtship. Whitemore - Gearhart plan wedding Doug and Joie Whitmore proudly announce the engage­ ment of their daughter, Stephanie Ann, to Tai Dee Gearhart, son of Marilyn And William Hosey of Vermont­ ville and Larry and Martha Gearhart of Olivet. The bride-to-be is a 1989 graduate of Maple Valley High School. She is a sophomore of Olivet College in the education program. She works at the After School Enrichment Program in Olivet. The pros p e c t i v e bridegroom is a 1987 graduate of Maple Valley High School. He will be graduating from Olivet College in May with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He is serving an internship at State Farm In- surance Co. in Marshall. An Oct. 12 wedding is be­ ing planned at the First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Cake servers for the recep­ tion were Cindy Cason, sister of the bride, and Maxine Pix­ ley. Millie Greenawalt, and Neva McMillon, aunts of the bride. Glenn and Diana Coff­ man, poured the punch and coffee and Aaron Gonser and Jeff Knoll “manned” the ice cream. Nancy Trask, Sharon Beech and Darlene Hammond organized the food service. Jason and Chad Johncock, newphews of the groom, took care of the gift table. John Haines filmed the video and Mark Rigelman controlled the public address system. The white roses on the candleabras were in loving memory of Kerri’s grand­ father, Howard Hamilton, and Doug’s mother, Gloria Johncock. The couple honeymooned in the Bahama’s and now make their home at 312 Center Court in Nashville. Venton - Eastman to wed Sept. 28 For Sale 1989 JAYCO TRAVEL TRAILER 32’ J-Hawk designer series w/awning, level jack, spare tire, large refrigerator/ freezer, like new. Phone 517-852-1793. Mr. and Mrs. William Eastman of Nashville would like to announce the engage­ ment of their daughter, Michelle Lynn, to Scott Ven­ ton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Venton of Vermontville. Michelle is a 1988 graduate of Maple Valley High School and attended Lansing Com­ munity College. She is employed at Hastings Mutual Insurance Company. Scott is a 1986 graduate of Maple Valley High School and graduated from Michigan State University in March. He has been accepted into the Unitd States Navy’s Nuclear Engineering program. A Sept. 28 wedding is being planned. The former Kerri Black of Hastings and Douglas Johncock of Nashville were united in holy matrimony on Dec. 14, 1990, at Nashville Baptist Church. The lovely candlelight ceremony was performed by Pastor Lester DeGroot before 250 guests. Kerri is the daughter of Mr.and Mrs. Ron Avery of Hastings and Douglas is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Johncock of Nashville and the late Gloria Johncock. The bride, escorted by her father, wore a gown of light pink slipper satin and lace with a cathedral-length satin train. The gown featured a hi/low princess waist and hemline accented at the neck and hem with sequins. Her veil was a halo of silk, accented with flowers and sprays of pearls. START WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS Whether you're shopping for better digs, bigger office space or a newer mode of transportation, count on the Classifieds to take the legwork out of the race! And when you've got something to sell, an ad in the Classifieds can put you in the lead at a price so small that anyone can afford to be a sport. So next time you want to get the job done, team up with the Classifieds...and save your running shoes for the gym! 945-9554 The bride was attended by her maid of honor and dear friend, Brenda Mead. The bridesmaids were Lori Decker, friend of the bride, Chris Avery, sister of the bride, and Becky Corkwell, niece of the groom, all of whom were dressed in wine­ colored satin dresses with a hi/low princess waist and hemline and sweetheart neckline. Douglas, in a black tuxedo with tails, chose his longtime friend, Tony Phenix, for his best man, and fellow GM co­ worker and “buddy” Lewis Hoskins of Lansing for his groomsman, along with his nephew, Scott Johncock of Colorado, and brother-in-law, Larry Corkwell of Nashville, as ushers. The groom’s atten­ dants were also attired in black tuxedos. Codi Johncock, lovely 3-year-old grand niece of the groom, attired as a junior bride, delighted the gathering in her role as flower girl. Thank You CARD OF THANKS The family of Tecla Adinolfi Snow wishes to thank everyone who has helped ease the pain of our loss. The staff of Pennock Hospital that made preparations for blood transfusions, the Oncology Dept, of MSU Clinic, St. Lawrence Hospital, nurses and staff of the Oncology Dept. Genther Funeral Home for fast dependable accruate service and Reverend DeGrootes fine words. The residents of Sundago Park where she enjoyed many summers with them. Russ Furlong and his crew for groom­ ing our lawn when we were preoccupied elsewhere. Also Don and Jeanette Joseph for knowing exactly what to do at the right time as did Illa Steward, Peg Purchis and the U-Shar-It Ext. group, also all who rememebered her with beautiful plants, cards and flowers. Homer Snow Robert Snow & family Larry Snow & family Randy Snow & family Barbara & Jerry Micthell CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank all ofthe parents and band members who helped with setup, cooking, and serving ofpancakes at the Syrup Festival. Also, thank you to the Sav-Way store for the use of their freezers. A big thanks to Connie Steward who helped with the calling. Without all of your help this big project would not be possible. Denise Hansen M.V. Band Boosters Superintendent's Corner— Schools switching to outcomes By Ozzie D. Parks A management approach used in private business and industry for a number of years is now sweeping the nation’s schools. The private sector has referred to the approach as “manage­ ment by objectives and results.” The education community is calling it “outcomes-based education.” The reason for changing to the approach has been similar for both the private sector and the schools. Both had to ‘ ‘try harder and get smarter” when faced with increasing competition on an international basis. Both also had to deal with making better use of resources. Last, but not least, both found that it was the most scientific and practical way to bring about improvement. In earlier days, businesses, industries and schools in our country had the “luxury” of limited competition, plentiful resources and high public confidence. Times have changed in each of the areas mentioned. Such changes usually affect the private sector first, but eventually affect the schools. In brief, the major premises and components of outcomesbased education are as follows: • A basic belief that all or nearly all students are capable of learning essential skills and understanding when appropriate instruction is provided. • The general goals of education are broken down into specific objectives, which may be measured or assessed so that results may be studied and improved. • Standards that specify acceptable levels of achievement are determined before instruction begins and are known to all concerned. • Instruction is designed with the various needs, abilities and learning styles of the students in mind, with the aim that all students will achieve the objectives successfully. Teaching in­ cludes coaching as well as fact sharing. • Assessment and evaluation are designed to determine what students know before instruction begins, what they have learned through initial instruction, and what needs to be retaught in order to assure mastery of the learning objectives. • Learning support systems, correctives and advanced op­ portunities are provided not only to assure mastery of essentials, but also to provide opportunities for the highest possible learning levels. • A continuous evaluation of results in order to bring about the best possible quantity and quality of learning and student success. We believe that the outcomes-based education approach will help us and our students to do a betterjob now and in the future and that our nation, state and communities should be the better for the change. Spring is the Time for Power Wash to Clean Your Mobile Home, Travel Trailer Degrease Farm Eq., Trucks, Etc • ALSO STRIP THE OLD PAINT • FOR PAINTING (517) 726*1000 or 726-0551 Central Mich. Power Wash �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, May 7, 1991 — Page 9 Parental reinforcement enchanges class at Fuller School by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Third graders in Patty Retzer’s class at Fuller Street Elementary are pleased with a new Parental Reinforcement Program, and so is their teacher. “I have absolutely loved having the parents work in the class,” said Retzer. Four mothers, Denise Mead, Stephanie Wilson, Kel­ ly Shaver and Sandy Barron, have been involved in the pro­ ject. The volunteer force is now down to three, since Bar­ ron recently moved from the school district. Each parent normally works in the classroom one day per week. Last. Thursday, however, all three were on hand for a special project of helping assemble individual keepsake booklets the children had written to present to their moms on Mother’s Day. The normal daily routine of the volunteers is to reinforce daily reading, math, English and spelling work by the youngsters. They work with students one-on-one or in small groups to review and strengthen weak areas of study. Retzer explained that if a child scores lower than a C on a test, a volunteer parent assists the student to try to im­ prove his or her chances of achieving a higher grade when retaking the test. “Whether listening to the children read or helping with special projects, they have made an invaluable contribu­ tion,” noted Retzer. “Most important, they have shown the kids they care by being there and taking the time.” She said all of the mothers involved in the progam volunteered their services. The children also are very pleased with the program. “I like them coming in,” said student Andrea Kreps. “They are kind and willing to help,” observed her classmate Joe Butcher. “They help people when they need help on math, and they help a lot with the computer, and with spelling and stories and English and social studies and science.” Little Tina Jarred echoed those sentiments, saying simply: “They’re nice.” BODY Parental volunteer Denise Mead helps Marty Kill understand a lesson during math class. The volunteers work with small groups or conduct one-on-one studies to strengthen individual students in their weak subject areas. The program in Patty Retzer's class wins praise from teacher and pupils alike. TALK” By Michael N. Callton, D.C. High fiber foods can be found here Sd"stl«w^. stl«w^. BBi<'Iit!taMm »uifcMWiil]h *® Mi *14 MS t®^! es M&WiiiiiiBbit IfataMlfaMHfagi KMiltrtfcifliqf® ry’M.ttatiti to i"taf of tedctafam,|te fasfeAtJatete imiii'ittesritti fa mmiIj 41 k ii B^trjraisandfflmpae^t* unite yfaihaHiiMit®' ^ijs^afcafe^ rtffl®*1'1 According to some health expert’s, the average 45-year-old American male has several pounds ofundigested food caked up on the walls of his intestines. Decaying foods in the bowels, like red meat, produces toxins which migrate into the body and cause an array of diseases ranging from colon cancer to allergies. Also, because this decaying matter is coating the absorbig tissues in the intestines, needed nutrients cannot be absorbed well, which can lead to nutritional deficiencies, even with a good diet. If good food cannot be absorbed into the body through the absorbing tissues in the intestines, it will pass out of the body through the colon along with digestive waste. A good way to combat this problem is with a high fiber diet. Fiber is undigestable carbohydrate that passes through the bowels and is eliminated from the body as waste, but through its abrasive action, it helps keep the intestines free ofcaked up decaying food matter. In fact, the American Cancer Society recommends a high fiber diet to combat colon cancer, which is now occuring at a high rate in our country. Foods high in fiber are easy to find at the local supermarket if you know what your looking for. In the produce department, hard fruits and vegetables tend to be high in fiber content, like apples, carrots, celery, and cauliflower. Some cereals are high in fiber, like Nibasco’s 100% Bran and Kellogg’s All-Bran, with 10 mg of fiber per serving. Some cereals claim to be high fiber on the box even though they may pack only one-fifth the fiber of other cereals on the shelf. Craklin’ Oat Bran claims to be high fiber, even though it contains less than one-fourth the fiber of other cereals. Wheat and oat bran breads are another good source of fiber. An important way to evaluate the amount of fiber in any packaged food is to look at the labels and compare. If there is any fiber in that product, it will be listed somewhere on the box. [ *K*‘W iW* , uTpTmFanJsAVETril | Let Us Do The Dirty Work I I and You Can Have The | Fun of Refinishing..... । | These three mothers (from left) Denise Mead, Stephanie Wilson and Kelly Shaver, are the Parental Reinforcement team in Patty Retzer’s third grade at Fuller Street Elementary. A fourth volunteer recently moved from the district. 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Moore been laid for about $1,000, have not been raised since that HASTINGS - Margaret D. Schroeder, all of Hastings and but after a lengthy discussion, initial agreement. — In a related matter, Moore, 56 of 128 North Park Betty Root ofEast Jordan; four council rejected that idea. The new line would provide Villanueva reported that she Street, Hastings passed away brothers, William Curtis of a six-inch main and valve, had contacted Horizon Cable Tuesday, April 30, 1991 at Nashville, Orville Curtis of Climax, Morriss Curtis of plus a fire hydrant. Two other Company of Potterville about Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Moore was bom July Hastings and Hank Curtis of homes in the area, currently providing service to Vermontbeing served by temporary ville after a number of 15, 1934 in Hastings, the Clarksville; many nieces and lines, could be hooked up to subscriber complaints about daughter ofWilliam and Dolly nephews. She was preceded in death the permament main, said TRIAD service, but she said (Kester) Curtis. She was raised Summary Tony Wawiemia, supervisor Horizon had encouraged the in the Barry County and by four brothers, Frank, Earl, of the Deptartment of Public village to try to first work out attended Barry County Rural Delbert and John Curtis; one Schools. sister, Bessie Curtis. Works. Villanueva objected to its problems with TRIAD. She was married to Howard Funeral services were held — Agreed to send a letter to the more costly line because Luther Morris, owner of a E. Moore May 26, 1951. She Friday, May 3 at Hope United of a tight village budget. May 1, 1991 at 7:30-10:40 p.m. “It would be nice to run a house at South Main and was a member of the Hastings Methodist Church with Reverend Robert Mayo offiGen. Fund Bal. $67,822.29; B. Grant Bal. $39,453.53; permanent line, but I don’t see Third Street recently gutted Women of the Moose. Mrs. Moore is survived by ciating. Burial was at Rutland Fire Vat. Bal. $36,264.56; Amb. Vot. Bal. $30,442.91; how we can afford it,” she by fire, advising him that he has until May 10 to board up her husband, Howard; three Township Cemetery. Twp. Imp. Bal. $53,510.98; Cem. PPC #1 Bal. $457.38; said. Memorial contributions “We’ve wondered before the structure -to prevent sons, Howard E. Moore Jr., #2 $84.59. Action taken at May 1, 1991 Castleton Board when we put lines down unauthorized entry. Trustee Steven Moore and Franklin may be made to the Diabetes where we were going to get Don Martin warned that as the Moore, all of Hastings; six Foundation or charity of one’s meeting: house now stands, “It’s a trap grandchildren; eight sisters, choice. Accepted proposals from Barry County Road Com­ the money, but we always for kids.” Bennett agreed that Dorothy McCarthy ofTennes­ Arrangements were made came up with it,” countered mission for road gravel $2,775.00; replacement of President Pro Tern Russ the place is “a definite see, Violet Lancaster, Virginia by the Wren Funeral Home, bridge with tank car, on Woodland Road Stub, Twp. VanKuiken, Wilda Todd, Judy Hastings. hazard.” Bennett. cost $3330.00; Replacement of bridge with tank car, — Decided to enhance Barton, Joyce Curtis, Peg In other business Thursday, on Coville Road, Twp. cost $5325.00; Bayne Road im­ the council: visibilty at the intersection of provement and tube, Twp. share $4392.00; im­ — Heard Harmon report on South Main and First streets a Village Legal and Liability by eliminating two angle park- Cecile Elizabeth Perin provements Martin Rd., Twp. share $2,160.00. Passed resolution supporting Barry County suit op­ Issues seminar conducted at ing spots on the east side of LAKE ODESSA - Cecile Mrs. Perin is survived by Lansing by the Michigan Main and one parallel parking Elizabeth Perin, 86, formerly one daughter, Virginia Dom of posing Mud Creek Collier Drain project. Moved July meeting date to second Wednesday, Ju­ Municipal League. After spot on the west side. The ac­ of Lake Odessa, passed away Troy; one son, Larry Perin of hearing recommendations, tion was taken after a letter Tuesday, April 30, 1991 at Wyoming; one step-son ly 10, 7:30 p.m. council adopted a resolution to was received last month from Edward Perin of Florida; 14 Passed resolution to authorize assessors plat for provide cost of legal counsel local resident John Bruder, Bowmont Hospital, Detroit. Mrs. Perin was bom May grandchildren, several great part of Section 30, Castleton Township, Barry County, for village employees and expressing concern about the 24, 1904 in Lake Odessa, the grandchildren; one brother, Michigan. Property Code #0-030-000-020-00 thru elected village officials acting potential hazard associated daughter of Frank and Alice Raymond Gillaland of Jack0-030-000095-0 and #0-030-000-170-00 thru in the scope of their duties, with that busy intersection. ((Jackson) Gillaland. She sonville, Arkansas. 0-030-000-245-01. and to ascertain what legal Council considered but re­ attended Lake Odessa High Funeral services were held defense costs might be paid by jected the proposal of School. Authorized following bills: Friday, May 3 at Koops Funerestablishing a four-way traffic MML pool funds. M.V. News............... $81.54 N. Rasey.............. ...90.00 She was married to Henry al Chapel, Lake Odessa with — Agreed to send a cer­ stop there. J.W. Cooley.............. .998.57 Michael Meade.... 375.00 Perin on 1934 in Lake Odessa. Reverend Keith Laidler offi— Agreed to post tem­ He preceded her in death in ciating. Burial was in Lakeside L. Pixley.................. 496.17 tified letter to TRIAD, asking Village of Nash.... ..15.88 M.V. News........... ..81.60 H.C. Bank................ .637.84 the Marshall-based cable TV porary “No Parking” signs November, 1963. Cemetery, Lake Odessa. Ml Bell..................... ..25.98 J. Jarvie............... 510.00 service to pay past due rent for a 50-foot stretch in front of Mrs. Perin was a member of Memorial contributions R. Frohlich................ .395.83 W. Wilson............. ..90.00 owed the village for use of its the Wayne Hammond’s Central United Methodist may be made to Central United Hostings Reminder... .115.02 Consumers Power ..97.29 water tower for placement of residence on Elm Street, to Church, Lake Odessa, Eastern Methodist Church. Hastings Off. Supply ..11.78 J.W. Cooley......... ...20.76 a satellite dish, or risk being facilitate movement of his Star and Rebekahs. asked to remove the equip­ semi-truck and trailer rig in Block Grant: Verm. Hardware $156.00; Johnson ment. Village Clerk Sharon and out ofhis driveway. Park­ Construction $3100.00; Cheryl Barth $1406.63; H.C. Stewart said a monthly rental ing along the street near the Jose G. Salas______________ Bank $654.00; Potter Waterworks $2800.00. fee of $50 has not been receiv­ village ball field during the LANSING - Jose G. Salas, Grand Ledge. ed from the cable firm since summer season creates a traf­ 40 ofLansing and formerly of Funeral services were held fic hazard there, according to Lake Odessa passed away Monday, April 29 at the St. last November. a letter council received from Council also agreed that the Wednesday, April 24, 1991 at Edwards Catholic Church with monthly fee for TRIAD ser- the Hammonds. Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Father James Bozung officiatMr. Salas was bom March ing. Burial was in Lakeside 19, 1951 in Metadore, Texas, Cemetery, Lake Odessa. the son ofMiguel and Theresa Arrangements were made (Garcia) Salas. He attended by the Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa. Lakewood High School. He was married to Dora ..will be held 7:30 p.m., Castleton ■ Trevino on April 24, 1971 in Monday, May 13 Lake Odessa. He was employ­ Lunch Menu ■ Township Hall, 98 S. Main, Nashville, = Pork patty, beets, mashed ed at Hulls Cleaning Service in Wednesday, May 8 - Ml on: potatoes, bread, applesauce. Lansing. Beef tips with mushrooms, J □ June 5,1991 Tuesday, May 14 Mr. Salas is survived by his Nov. 6, 199 mashed potatoes, green Turkey stew, wax beans, wife, Dora; two sons, Jose Jr. bread, applesauce. | July 10, 1991 Dec. 4, 199 Z beans,Thursday, biscuits, fruit. and Daniel; one daughter, May 9 ■ Aug. 7, 1991 □ Jan. 8, 199 Events Anita; parents, Miguel and Sloppy joes, California Wednesday, May 8 - Theresa Salas of Sunfield; five ■ Sept. 4, 1991 Feb. 5, 199 ■ blend, com, jello. OFFERING COMPLETE Delton, Stan Pierce and his sisters, Jolanda Salas of Grand Friday, May 10 WATER & WELL ■ Oct. 2, 1991 March 4, 1992 Z dulcimers. Ledge, Modesta and Sandy Chix or turkey chop suey, DRILLING & PUMP Thursday, May 9 Salas of Lansing, Susie Salas broccoli, rice, pineapple. SALES & SERVICE Hastings, Headstart children; of Cadillac; five brothers, Ray Nashville, bingo. 4” to 12” WELLS and Mike Salas of Houston, Friday, May 10 - Nashville, Texas, Mingo of Sunfield; popcorn; Woodland, Stan Alex of Ionia and Larry of • Residential Pierce and his dulcimers. • Commercial Monday, May 13 • Farm Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, May 14 - All sites We stock a completed Richard Casselberry line of... puzzles. Next week information on • Pumps • Tanks Casselberry, Flordia, • Plastic & Steel Pipe trip to Rockford in June. formerly of Hastings passed • Other Well Supplies away Monday, April 22, 1991 at the age of 53. 4-H Council to Richard was born in Moline, Illinois. He moved from Hast­ meet Monday ings in 1972, resided at 610 During the 4-H Council Dohney Way Drive, until his meeting Monday, May 13, at death. 7:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall on He was an engineer for For the Ark Mobile Veterinary Unit next to Fire Hall — All the fairgrounds, special Eaton Siemans Stromberg-Carlson. County Fair materials will be He was a Veteran ofthe United other times for surgery, treatments, or testing by appointdistributed. States Air Force. ment — Please call 616-792-9500. The Eaton County Fair will Survivors are his wife, Wini be held July 21-27 and this (formerly ofWoodland); a son, We are trying to establish quality and convenient sm.all will be the first opportunity Steve of Orlando; a daughter, animal care at affordable prices — your support is for 4-H volunteers to obtain a Lisa of Casselberry; a sister, fair book and forms related to Darlene Grombling of Illinois appreciated. the fair. and three grandsons. Updates on comniittee ac­ (517) 726-0088 Funeral services were held tivities and summer programs Thursday, April 25 in Alamon­ 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. will be given. VERMONTVILLE te Springs. feel very strongly about this matter and are willing to offer expert testimony on behalf of the Village.” Whether or not that will be necessary will be indicated when Harmon and Village President Sue Villanueva con­ sult a municipal attorney May 8. The initial consultation is expected to cost approximate­ ly $125. How much the village can afford to expend in legal costs in an attempt to recoup $3,000 was questioned by officials, but the general consensus was that the matter merited at least an initial consultation. “We’re out $1,200 anyway,” noted Harmon. “The most we can get from the insurance company is $3,600.” In another matter, the coun­ cil authorized installation of a CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING |J CASTBLEOTOAN TROWDNS HIP J■ BOARD MEETINGS ■ Barry County Commission on Aging menu, coming events EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. HEARTWORM WING Medication and vaccines—Dog or cat NASHVILLE FIRE HALL Wednesday 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday 1 to 3 p.m. THROUGH MAY 22 ONLY Dr. Lorry Julius �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1991 — Page 11 Fuller Street first graders picnic with Teddy bears and parents fcfcJ'SI LL^Bl A month of studies about bears by first graders in the class of Claudette Holmberg at Fuller Street Elementary was capped Friday with a Teddy Bear picnic for the children. Each youngster invited a parent, grandparent or special guest to attend the event at the Nashville school. Everyone brought along at least one Teddy Bear to add to the festivities, which included a lunch of favorite bear fare: peanut butter and honey sand­ wiches, berry punch and fruit. Bear cookies made earlier by the children were decorated during the event. Bear stories written by the youngsters also were presented. During their several weeks of bear studies, the students learned about real bears as well as those featured in literature. They also created a traveling show of puppet bears. Each child, in turn, took the puppets home to con­ duct the show for his or her family. Another highlight of the month was the classroom’s Traveling Bear, who each night went home with a dif­ ferent child. Accounts ofthese visits were reported by the children — the tales of adven­ ture restricted only by the unlimited boundaries of a youthful imagination. Kellogg Elementary 'honor roll' set Neymeiyer, Jamie Norris, Matt Pennington, Dan Potter, Trisha Potter, Gretchen Priesman, Erica Reid, Scott Rooks, Jim Rose, Angie Rumsey, Teri Sessions, Carla Shook, David Stephens, Kevin Swift, Jason Symonds, Josh Thome. 6th Grade Robb Rosin, All A’s Marin Smith, Scott Spitzer.. A and B Average - Evelyn Ackley, Jeanette Beard, Tyson Brenton, Rod Brooks, Amber Davidson, Marty Dawson, Elizabeth Delong, Brandon Eberly, James Egan, Jenny Gardner, BeeGee Garvey, Nick Garza, Dana Hamilton, Mike Heyboer, Sarah Hughes, Sam Javor. Marie Jewell, Jenny Kuempel, Dan Leep, Jim Mitchell, Joel Mittelstaedt, Jason A and B Average - Donna Anderson, Samantha Butcher, Jeff Bryzcki, Kerri Dean, Nathan Dickey, Ricky Fowler, Richard Genther, Emilie Gould. Holly Green, Maria Green, Travis Hardin, Chris Hart­ well, Lezlie Hay, Andy Heyboer, Jason Joppie, Missy Kellepourey, Della 5th Grade Neymeiyer, Jessie Penn­ All A’s Terrance ington, Rachel Pettengill, Augustine, Kristen Frith, Monelle Quick, Michael Jessica Smith, Lorna Skedgell, Adrienne Simmons, Symonds, Danielle Watson. David Taylor. Puppets will teach at 'Care Fair' Three different sets of pup­ pet players will teach children about their world at the Earth Care Fair Saturday. “Puppet Toby,” the tree program, introduces the im­ portance oftrees in our human environment. “Freddie Fungus” meets “Jeremiah Sycamore” in a play about the natural order of life and then puppet “Montgomery” learns about trash and how to recycle. These three shows are just a few of the activities planned for children at the Eart Care Fair Saturday, at the Woldumar Nature Center in Lansing. Children can explore the fish-eye view of a pond en­ vironment, learn the dynamic process of predator and prey relationships and enjoy the special activities planned for the young gardener. Earth Care Fair has more than 25 classes, seminars and outdoor activities for young • • • • m Wai 14 liltjj Library Friends will meet May 7 laBWt(M Nashville Friends of the Library will meet Tuesday, May 7, at 7 p.m. at Good Time Pizza. There will be a plaque presentation for past F.O.L. officer Joy Peake and discus­ sion on future goals and projects. All interested people are in­ vited to attend. Further infor­ mation may be obtained from Dr. Michael Callton at 852-2070. !.i Hilfs h^f hniffltsnH EW fete$Jtjit lit bntKfeiii at iratafcEtih^ata nt's io.lata ajs anew i ni ui®® ;*w i® Zemke Scholarship report available The annual report of the Zemke Scholarship Fund is available for public inspection at 4396 Coats Grove Road, Hastings. 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Pease Rd., Vermontville I Come in or Call and Compare See us for: • Delivery • Planning • Estimates • Savings (YOU BUILD) VISA LUMBER YARD 852-0882 219 South State. NashviIle I I I I I I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1991 — Page 12 Eaton County Alternative School wins building competition Eaton County Alternative High School took top honors in a structural technology bridge building competition April 25. The competition, initiated by Holt Schools Technology Coordinator Leo Allaire, in­ volved teams from East Lans­ ing High School, Holt High School and Eaton County Alternative High School, which is headquartered at Potterville. Each school entered four teams of two students. The site winners for Eaton County Alternative were Jason Mulvaney and Dennis Hermen of Charlotte. The first-place winners of the en­ tire three-school competition were Ken Rathbum and Eric Hawkins from Maple Valley. Other team members and alternates from Eaton County Alternative included Shelby Sanders, Mariah Egan, Dan Flory, Tracy Stimac, Mike Barry County Extension Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: May 8 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7-p.m., McFall Elementary School, Middleville. May 11 - 4-H Folkpatterns Workshop, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tollgate Education Center, Novi, MI. May 13 - 4-H Goat Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Ex­ po Building, Hastings. May 14 - 4-H Mandatory Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds. May 16 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. EISD Home construction house recieves ‘perfect* rating A new house built by the Eaton Intermediate School District Home Construction Class has been rated as “about perfect, ideal” by Stan Shubel, State Depart­ ment of Labor, regarding air leakage and air exchange. Shubel and Ron Marabate, ofthe Department’s Bureau of Community Services, tested the home April 26 and ex­ plained the procedure to students in the program. A blower door that was at­ tached to the door helped in the calculation of the rate of air exchange. Shubel explained that it was Attracting purple martins is topic at 'Care Fair' Lawcock and Jennifer Clegg. Teacher Terry Chamberlin was the coach. The competition involved a design problem. Students were instructed to build a can­ tilever bridge in 45 minutes, using one stick of modeling clay, 180 plastic stir sticks, and 40 inches of tape. Students did not know what the problem would be, what the materials would be, or time allotted before the begin­ ning of the event. The assembly of the project took place oyer the Interactive TV system linking the districts. A backyard colony of pur­ ple martins has become a status symbol. It is one however, that can not be purchased. Whether a homeowner is fortunate enough to have a colony rests with these hand­ some swallows themselves. But there are a number of things one can do to improve the chances of establishing a colony. Dr. Glen Dudderar, MSU Extension specialist, will ex­ plain at the Earth Care Fair Saturday how to create an en­ vironment that enhances wildlife and how to bring bluebirds, squirrels and owls into the back yard through simple changes. This program is a sample of more than 25 classes, seminars and nature adven­ tures at the Earth Care Fair at Woldumar Nature Center. For a complete listing of all the options and registration in­ formation, call the Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice at 372-5594 or 543-2310. Antiques IONIA ANTIQUE AND COLLECTIBLE MARKET. Sunday, May 19th, Ionia Fair­ grounds. South M-66, Ionia, Michigan, 8am to 4:30om. Admission $1.50. Rain or shine. First market of season. Thou­ sands of antiques and collecti­ bles. 1-517-593-3316. School Lunch Menus Right now, you can buy a new or used John Deere hay and forage tool, make hay all summer, and not pay a penny's worth of interest until September 1,1991. Or, on new equipment, you can opt to go with a cash discount or lowrate financing. To put it simply, we've got what it takes to cut you a deal. Stop by and make an offer. Note: Some product exceptions do apply. Availability of John Deere financing subject to approved credit This offer may be withdrawn at any time. THORNAPPLE VALLEY Dog, peas, pears, bread sticks, cookie. Tuesday, May 14 ♦Salad,- *Hot Dogs, ♦Fishwich/bun, tater rounds, fruit juice, bread and butter, ♦Salad Bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Wednesday, May 8 Thursday, May 9 Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, bread and butter sandwich, pears. Friday, May 10 Chicken pattie on bun, tater-tots, com, apple crisp. Monday, May 13 Hot dog on bun, french fries, com, cherry crisp. Tuesday, May 14 Taco’s w/lettuce and cheese, green beans, pears, cookies. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Wednesday, May 8 *Salad, *Hamburger/bun, ♦Cheeseburger/bun, tater rounds, peaches, bread and butter. Thursday, May 9 *Salad, *Burritos, reg/sauce, *Com dog, mixed veg., pears, *Salad bar. Friday, May 10 ♦Salad, *Pizza, com, fruit juice. Monday, May 13 ♦Salad, ’Spaghetti, *Com Fuller St. School Wednesday, May 8 Corn dog, mixed vegetables, pears. Thursday, May 9 Fishwich/bun, cheese slice, green beans, fruit jello. Friday, May 10 Pizza, com, fresh fruit. Monday, May 13 Barbeques/bun, french fries, applesauce, cookie. Tuesday, May 14 Tuna sandwich, peas, peach, pudding. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maple Valley Trees and Shrubs Help Wanted On new AND used John Deere hay and forage equipment years. Because of federal fun­ ding, the inspection is available to low-income homes free ofcharge, with the goal that income saved on energy costs can be put toward other needs. The average fuel cost saving equates to about $144 for each home weatherized. The home, located at 605 W. Harris Street, Charlotte, will be open for viewing from 9 to 11 a.m, 1 to 3 p.m., and 6 to 8 p.m. May 9 and 10; and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Satur­ day, May 11. There will be a bid package available for perspective buyers. For further information contact Bev Hundley at the EISD, 543-5500/484-2929. important to be well insulated and sealed, but that sealing a home too tightly is not safe for the occupants, since a home’s heating system requires fresh air to operate safely and efficiently. Marabate demonstrated the infrared camera used to iden­ tify areas missing insulation and hot and cold spots. Bob White, the company representative from Certainteed Insulation, was on hand for the testing. The students, instructor Rod McMichael, and instruc­ tional aide Max Powers were complimented on the job they had done. The service has been per­ formed on 170,000 homes in Michigan over the last 16 POSTAL JOBS $11.41 to $14.90/hr. For exam and appli­ cation information- call 1-800-552-3998 ext. MI168 8am to 8pm 7 days. WANTED: Second shift baker, experience in donuts and bread doughs preferred. Call Monday thru Friday, 9am to 5pm 726-1000. Recreation ATTENTION CAMPERS Park your camper or RV on Cloverdale Lake, Delton. Come and go all summer. 962-8443. 2501 N. Ionia Rd. Vermontville, Mich. (1 mile South of Nashville Hwy.) 726-1108 Register for drawing. A tree to be given away HOURS: 9 a.m. to Dusk; Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Vings Sanitary Service, / | |945-4493 945-4493 or1-800-866-4493~ 1-800-866-4493~ | | * Sanring Hasting* * Barry County Communitlo* Sine* 1950 • 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings • COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL - INDUSTRIAL clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK-UPS - MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS LANDFILL 90 Callon Kart Sorvico Available �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1991 — Page 13 S w v w s*$ss <V5 ■ ^Si^ aW ^k* k , S'jJjS W ; •» Sj S*j t <*S* M ?J*«* *«*i fcfr. fr.-u ' * Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship foundation receives donations The newest listing as a Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation 1991 Funder is the Maple Valley Education Association. This status was achieved with their gift of $100 at their recent meeting. Other donations to the Foundation have been receiv­ ed from Lloyd and Frances Area woman appointed to foreign exchange position Kathleen Myall, of rural Charlotte, has been appointed Eaton County Representative for Educational Resource Development Trust. ERDT/SHARE is a non­ profit educational foundation that places international ex­ change students with local families. Myall, who has lived in the Maple Valley school district for 18 years, will be placing students from Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Costa Rica, Denmark, Ecuador, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Nor­ way, Phillipines, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand and Yugoslavia. State Senator John Schwarz and State Representative Frank Fitzgerald will be at the f*k^ p■ tei ,’^M p ' JJ to*1 to. lini &ta W|l Wtafa, ■I tsarii *?x Mu ®r hxfeirs Wj,W hjKta, ferl W iramrt i±i. MWI ta faiiuirri, p, ii pijfe ■i il BE(i«®. -j I at i am at 1 jc rf Wi rta a । jritjiWi 4-H Horse group to meet Moy 9 All 4-H horse leaders, club members and those interested in horse topics are invited to attend the 4-H Horse Developmental Committee meeting May 9 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting, at Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Fairgrounds, will focus on upcoming 4-H horse programs and sub­ committee reports. There will be a short educational program. The Maple Valley Memorial Foundation is a charitable non-profit founda­ tion, and donations are ac­ cepted into the Base Fund. In­ terest earned on this money is awarded to Maple Valley graduates each year to pursue further training or education in accredited colleges, univer­ sities, and schools. Recipients are selected on the basis of at­ titude and effort and desire to improve. Last year, $4,000 was awarded to five graduating day school students. 1991 recipients and amounts, total­ ing $4,000 again this year, are being selected and will be an­ nounced at graduation. This will bring to a total $12,000 awarded from interest earned, since the Foundation was started five years ago. JUST WHAT YOU’VE been looking for. A job just for you. Short order cooks and waitres­ ses, apply in person at The Ole Cook Stove Restaurant, down­ town Vermontville. No phone calls please. For more information call 726-1477. State Rep. Fitzgerald, Senator Swartz to be in Charlotte ktj *1® Eaton in memory of Ava Kroger and Paul and Rosemary Housler V‘39, in memory of Dellabelle Murphy. Donations in memory of Burdette Myers were received from Mr. and Mrs. Henry Joppie, Mr. and Mrs. Neil Parker, and John and Norma Viele. Eaton County Sheriff’s Department Wednesday, May 29, at 8 a.m. This will be a meeting bet­ ween the Senator, Represen­ tative, the Eaton County Chiefs of Police, Eaton Coun­ ty Prosecutor, Eaton County Circuit Judes, Eaton County District Judges and command staff of the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department. The purpose of the meeting will be to update county law enforcement officials of new legislation that will affect law enforcement and also to clarify any new proposed legislation. Dorothy Carpenter (left) and Junia Jarvie (right) were present to accept the donation, presented by Sharlot Sours (second from left), president, and Sally Jo Affolder, secretary of the MVEA. Carpenter expressed thanks not only for the gift, but for the donations in the past, from individual members, as well as from the associaton. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment PET GROOMING most breeds, pickup and delivery available. 852-0728. ROOFING-SIDING-REFRIGERATORS: Rebuilt REMODELING-NEW and reconditioned refrigerators. CONSTRUCTION give us a 616-964-9377. call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION LANGHAM REMODELING 1-517-852-9945. _________ 1-517-852-9945. repairs, insurance estimates, VERMONTVILLE ROOF- licensed and insured, 30 years ING licensed and insured. Free experience. 852-9300 after 4pm. estimates. 543-1002. Nashville. wspapers: A Real-Life Textbook Newspapers provide teachers and parents with a learning tool that can introduce children to the world around them while improving reading skills. Where else can you find history, social studies, geography, science, economics and more under one convenient cover? Plus, your newspaper is the only up-to-date history text there is! So encourage your child to read Latest contributions to Putnam Library The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library came recently in memory of Tecla Snow by Fred and Mary Meaton, Mr. and Mrs. Burdette Hayner, the Casualty Section Medical Services Ad­ ministration Department of Social Services, J.P. Rogers and Leona, Jan Hartough, Gals from Maple Valley Food Services Department of Maple Valley Schools, Rick and Deb Doubrava, and by Flexfab Lab. Also by Elizabeth (Elliston) Irwin, Sam and Marsha Elliston, Nelson and Geneva Brumm, Norman and Barbara Sandbrook, Louis and Donna Hickey, Nolan and Joyce Sriow, Flexfab friends and co­ workers of Robert L. Snow, Wallace and Elinore Graham, Harold and Bessie Stewart, TOOLS and Lloyd and Thelma Linsley and family. In memory of Fred Swift by Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Carter. In memory of Will Suntken by Elizabeth Lynch. In memory of Marguerite Ackett by Earl and Loma Wilson. In appreciation of Warren Travoli by Elizabeth Lynch. Donations to the refur­ bishing fund may be made at the library or mailed to P.O. Box 920, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors and those named in gifts will be listed in the Maple Valley News. Names of donors will be listed in the book of con­ tributors and those named in gifts will be added to the Memorial Scroll. Real Estate Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. HOME FOR LEASE in Nash­ ville, on the River, large yard, garden area, 2-3 bedroom, ener­ gy efficient, new appliances, ceiling fans, dishwasher, freez­ er, one year lease. Security depo­ sit and references required. No pets $500 month. Call 415-229-3679 leave message. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 WANTED babysitter in town during summer, in my home. Call after 6pm 517-852-2014. Help Wanted THE MAPLE VALLEYNEWS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1991 — Page 14 Beware of 'Miracle* agricultural products offered Every year about this time there are reports of a new pro­ duct being offered for sale to Michigan fanners. The product offers to im­ prove plant growth or yield, to reduce fertilizer or chemical inputs, to improve the soil structure, soil water holding capacity, soil microbial population or reduce environmental degradation. Over the years, very few of these products have ever made it into the marketplace, creating many questions. Before making a judgment of the product, Dr. Maurice Vitosh, MSU Crop and Soil Science Department, suggests farmers ask the following questions: Has the product been thoroughly tested? Who did the testing? What is the mode of action? How does the pro­ duct work? What is the active ingredient? Does the active in­ gredient have any potential of doing what it claims to do? If farmers cannot get good answers to these questions, the best approach is a skep­ tical one. If the product has been tested only by farmers and not by any independent or university agronomists, Dr. Vitosh would be skeptical of the product. It means that agronomists are not interested in testing the product. If the product has any potential at all and there is any funding for the research, most field agronomists will be eager to evaluate it. Quite often the mode of ac­ tion or the active ingredient of these new products is unknown. For this reason, Dr. Vitosh would again be skeptical because of its magical nature. Quite often the salesman will say that they don’t know how it works or that it’s a company secret. Many of these products are biodegradable and therefore are harmless to the environ­ ment. The problem with biodegradable products is that they often decompose so rapidly in the environment that they do not have much potential for creating a season-long effect. Recently, a cropping system approach has been sold to farmers. Advocates of this approach often promote a line of miracle products to be used with their system of production. Yes, quackery is alive and well in agriculture. Farmers should beware, there are few, if any, laws to protect them from being taken by these salesman. M.V. pounds unbeaten Bronson in baseball slugfest Maple Valley southpaw Jason Hoefler lowered his season E.R.A. to 0.67 after allowing just one earned run. Hoefler fanned 11 Bronson hitters, while walking just two. The Lions were led by Levi Schantz, who had four hits and leads the state in hitting, acording to coach Mike Booher. Brent Haig had three hits, including a dinger and a double, and six RBI on the game. Both Maple Valley and Bronson brought perfect league records into Thurs­ day’s baseball showdown. Something had to give. As it turned out, it was not the Lion bats. Maple Valley pounded fourth-ranked Bron­ son 19-4 to run its S.M.A.A. mark to 6-0 and 7-3 overall. The Lions exploded for an 18-0 lead in the first three inn­ ings and were never threaten­ ed in the five-inning mercy­ rule game. Hoefler helped his own cause by belting a three-run homer in the first inning. He had two hits, as did teammates Dan Franks and John Shank. Tuesday the Lions were nipped by Lakewood twice in a doubleheader, by 3-2 and 10-9 scores. In the first game, Darrel Stine suffered the loss in his first start of the season. He allowed all three Viking runs, all of which were earned, struck out five and walked Maplewood honor roll announced FIFTH MARKING PERIOD Fourth Grade AlIA’s Joe Stadel B Average Jeff Braden, Nick Bumford, Seleena Carperter, Ben Car­ rigan, Becki Conroy, Aaron Dempsey, Stacie Goris, Trent Graham, Levon Hammond, Jonessa Hammonds, Karl Hoover, Jr., Zac Jarvie, Jon Kenyon, Erica Krolik, Melissa Mansfield, Craig McDougal, Skye McConnell, Jamie Root, Melanie Shance, Ben Shepherd, Amber Shill­ ing Krista Teasdale, Adam Thompson, Lori Vallance, Fawn Ward, Loren Wright. Fifth Grade ADA’s Erin Booher, Jeremy Camp­ bell, Katie Krive, Travis McIntyre, Kim Pennington, Katrina Rasey, Jason Thomp­ son, Elizabeth Stanton, Dawn VanderVlucht. B Average Shelly Arras, Holly Carrigan, Emily Cerny, Brad Conroy, Bille Jo Cousins, Jessica Dempsey, Michelle Dennis, Steve Doyle, Jennifer Forquer, Lisa Gibson, Jo Grant, Jason Grasman, Brianne Haley, Jenny Hoisington, Casey Hudson, Jonathan Kay, Kirsten Klinkhammer, Nick Milligan, Kelly Moore, Alisha Pena, Cory Pethick, Mandy Pierce, Malenda Powers, Beth Sleeper, Der­ rick Stair, Dawn Stine, Trevor Wawiernia, Erica White. Sixth Grade ADA’s Devon Durkee, Nettie Emery, Misty Haley, Amy LaDere. B Average Katrina Alexander, Chris VERMONTVILLE | | VILLAGE COMMUNITY | | -YARDSALE— | I I May 11,1991 • 9a.m. til? I | • 9749 Nashville Highway 1 E• 5469 North Ionia Road | 369 West Main Street 1 * 148 East Main Street • 484 East Main Street 197 West 1st Street Village Park Behind the Vermontvill Hardware Sphere may be additional spots set up S. so Happy Hunting. K Sponsored by... £ VERMONTVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Baker, Mandy Beemer, Car­ rie Blakney, Jon Bowers, Aaron Brandenburg, Corey Clouse, Jennifer Collier, Kevin Conkey, Mandi Golovich, Jason Halliwill, Erin Hokanson, David Koch, Krystal Krive, Bess Ann Mar­ tin, John Nash, Jared Osborne, Amy Parish, Ray Rathbun, Rachel Ritenburgh, Derek Sadler, Brady Simp­ son, Kristina Spotts, Nichlas Thompson, Mason Trowbridge, Heidi Vedder, Tonya Ward, Melanie Wendorf, Matt Williams, Seth Wright. four. Hoefler relieved Stine and struck out eight of the 10 bat­ ters he faced. Dan Franks provided the only spark for the Lions offen­ sively with a pair of solo homers. In the nightcap, the Lions rallied from a six-run deficit, only to have Lakewood pull the game out on a bases load­ ed walk given up by losing pitcher Josh Clifford, the third Maple Valley hurler. Many helped make festival a success! To the editor: Thanks to the efforts and the cooperation of the dif­ ferent committees, our Maple Syrup Festival was a huge success. A big thank you to each of the Maple Syrup Festival officers, maple syrup producers, queen and court, various clubs and organiza- tions, VermontviDe Chamber, VermontvUle Village Council and crew, committee chairperson and helpers who put many hours into the festival each year. We can always use help in planning or any suggestions to make the 52nd Maple Syrup* Festival a success next year Festival Association President Gene Fisher [Serving Our Country $100 REWARD Diana’s Place this school year. There will be the usual potluck and a program. Each one is asked to bring a dish to pass. Drinks and table service are furnished. Area Births GIRL, bom to Lawrence K. and Debra K, (Jarrard) Parker of 1715 Blair St., Lan­ sing, a daughter Lindsey Renee, April 22, 1991 at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. too. The “Sweetest Town in Michigan” hopes everyone who attended the festival en­ joyed the weekend. Charles Secord On the way home they stop­ Navy Airman Charles run; Furlong, second in the Secord, son of Gray and Etha ped off in Egypt and he took a two mile; Phenix, second in Secord, NashviDe, returned trip on the Nile River and saw the low hurdles; Ashley, from duty on the aircraft car­ the VaDey ofthe Kings. When fourth in the 880 and fifth in rier America in the Persian he arrived in Norfolk, Buffy the 440; Janet Pool, fifth in Gulf. Roberts Secord (they were the 220; the Freshman 880 Secord went to the Red Sea married in December) and relay team of Sessions, Alice in December, then in Gray and Etha were there to Moore, Bouwens and Reth February the America steam­ meet him and bring him Byrd placed third; the varsity ed into the Persian Gulf and home, where his sister, Karen 880 relay team of Byrd, operated off the coast of Perry ofNashville, had a par­ Phenix, Bouwens, and Kuwait. ty of family and friends Boldrey placed second; and _ Secord is in VF 33, a waiting to greet him. the mile ralay team of Byrd, Secord and his new wife squadron of Fly Tomcats. Shoup, Phenix and Ashley They flew close air support have returned now to Norfolk, finished third. for U.S. ground troops. The where he is stationed to start Earlier in the week on war ended on Feb. 28, their new life together. Wednesday the Lions defeated Secord’s birthday. Olivet in a dual meet by the score of 84 - 44. Kangas set a new school record in the shot put in the meet with a throw of FOR ANY BASEMENT WE CAN T DRY UP 36’7”. Maple Valley will travel to Eaton Rapids on Thursday for a dual meet, and go to the 1 -800-748-0500 Bath Relays on Saturday. 'Over 50' potluck set for Tuesday May 14 Maple Valley residents over 50 are invited once again to meet in the Maple Valley •Jr.-Sr. High School library Tuesday, May 14, at 12:30 p.m. This is the last meeting for Six Lions posted two hits apiece for Maple Valley, in­ cluding Schantz, Hoefler and Haig, who took Olivet pit­ chers deep for homeruns. Haig had 4 RBI in the game. Maple Valley will take on St. Philip tonight and will con­ tinue its march toward a possi­ ble conference title Friday when it hosts Bronson in a rematch of Thursday’s game. | From Our Readers M.V. girls track take 1 st at Eaton County invitational The Maple VaDey girls track team ran up 124 points to win the Eaton County In­ vitational Saturday. Waverly finished second with 93 points. Taking first for the Lions were Tracy Kangas in the shot put; Janet Boldrey in the long jump, 440 yard dash and 220; Jennifer Phenix in the high hurdles and the two mile relay team of Cindy Furlong, Stephanie Bouwens, Mindy Shoup and Tammy Ashley. Boldrey’s time of 59.9 in the 440 set a new school record. Also placing in the meet for the Lions were Kangas, se­ cond in the discus; Rachelle Cheeseman, third in the discus; Lora Emery, fifth in the shot put; Kelly Eastman, fifth in the long jump; Cheri Sessions, sixth in the high jump; Shoup, third in the mile Kirk Warner started for the Lions, allowing seven runs in one and a third innings pitch­ ed. He walked five batters. Franks added another homer in the contest, and Stine went 3-3 and Hoefler collected a pair of hits to lead the Lion offense. Monday Maple Valley blasted Olivet in a league game 10-3. Franks went the distance for the Lions, scatter­ ing nine hits while striking out 10 Eagles. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. William Parker of Gaylord and Mr. and Mrs. Waynard Jarrard of Nashville. OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. DM Owner —• Diana Kuempel 852-9481 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1991 — Page 15 Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School 5th Six Weeks Honor Roll AN? ♦Indicates all A’s. 7th Grade Samantha Ashley, Ethan Berry*, Keisha Brauer, Heather Carpenter, Joshua Cerny, Delisa Cortright, Jessica Fawley, Riley Fowler, Kerri Gibson, Andy Gordon, Derek Graham*, Corin Guernsey*. Scott Heyboer, Jody Hickey*, Tracy Hickey*, Jay Hokanson, Brian Hopkins, Hope Hughes, Pete Kellepourey, Nichole Kerwin, Nicole Kraai, Lindsey Krolik*, Nicholas Lake, Sarah Mater, Katie McDougal, Tony Mead, Travis Melvin, Kelly Mengyan, Richard Monroe. Sara Parish, Damon Patrick, Kristi Priddy, Justine Quick*, Nicole Reid*, Chad Rogers, Heather Shipman, Julie Skelton, Leah Sleeper, Bradley Smock, Amber Snoeyink, An­ dy Swartz*, Becky Vedder, Tara Whipple. 8th Grade Donita Aseltine, Dan Bailey, John Baker, Richard Baker, Nicole Beardslee, Dena Bignall, Rhonda Brown, Lanette Brumm, Allison Burpee, Keith Carpenter, Christinna Coblentz, Andrew Cole, Sara Conroy, Jason Cook, Faith Dempsey, Nate Dipert*, Richard Dunham. Barbara Franks, Angela Gardner, Mindy Garvey, Travis Graham, Tony Green, Ryan Gusey, Robin Hale, Sean WlJlKtfjil Haley, Corey Hamilton, Dana Hasselback*, Jeff Hay, Shan­ non Hoffman, Shane Howard, Andrea Hubka*, Billie Jean Jarman, Susan Koch, Ben Kuempel. Sarah Leep, Greg Little, Matthew Mace, Jodi Mazurek, Tobi Mazzoni, April McDiarmid, Dalaina McGhan, Meagan McLaughlin, Jennifer Mittlestaedt*, Gracie Pena, Jeff Pennington*, Bridie Petrie, Heather Philipp, Gabe Priddy, Arnie Reid, Jennifer Ripley, Laura Root. Jim Skelton, Kristy Smith, Joyelle Stine*, Holly Taylor, Rachel Thompson, Jason Vandervlucht, Tony Vandervlucht, Brandy Wawiemia, Cliff Weller, Matt Williams. 9th Grade Kori Armour, Christina Bigelow*, Stephanie Bouwens, Joshua Bowers, Jeremy Brzycki, Jeff Burpee, Retha Byrd, Virginia Coblentz, Cheryl Conkey, Lora Emery, Shannon Fawley. Jaime Gibson, Alicia Golovich, Leslie Gould, Todd Guernsey, Jason Harmon, Stacy Harvey, Tim Hass*, Stacey Hawblitz*, Tara Hoover, Spring Javor, Amy Kipp, Justin Lake, Brian Lewis, Daniel Martin, Jennifer McArthur, Melissa Melvin, Lisa Metzger, Chris Miller*, Jon Mitchell, Ben Mudry*. Rudy Othmer*, Dwight Peebles, Cindy Potter, Daniel Rasey, William Rooks*, Miriam Schantz, Cheri Ses­ sions, Brian Steward, Brent Stine, Jeremy Swift, Justin Thrun, Shawn Vanderhoff, Stephanie Wakley, Debra White, Lisa Wood. Kathy Morgan. Kyle Neff, Mike Rollins, Renee Rosin, Angie Scott, Becky Shapley, Mindy Shoup, Grant Simpson, Aaron Smith, Jeremy Smith, Jesse Snow, Tom Snyder, Angela Tobias, Mike Trowbridge. 10th Grade Aymie Alderink, Cassie Appelman, Dean Beardslee, Lentz Becraft, Kyle Booher*,, Matthew Bowen, Tonya Bowen, Joel Butler, Bryan Carpenter, Lori Carpenter, Barbara Claypool. Kale Dipert, Kelly Eastman, Dan Finkler*, Bren Flower, Gregory Gam, Natallie Haeck, Dustin Hass, Heather Hughes, Samantha Hughes, Tom Kruger, Linda Laymance, Carl Mazurek, Chris McManamey, 11th Grade Paul Adrianson, Cabe Allen, Michelle Baker, Janet Boldrey*, Brian Brandt, Jason Carpenter, Rachelle Cheese­ man, Mickey Collier, Sara DeGroot, Renee Dingman*, Jim Edinger*, Kelly Endsley, Tim Ferrier, Matt Gates*, Melissa Gillean, Donna Green. 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Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 4905g HASTINGS, Ml 49C5S-189cP-®49C Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 42 — Tuesday, May 14, 1991 Governor to visit Nashville Michigan Gov. John Engler is expected to be in Nashville Wednesday morning (May 15) for a briefvisit with public officials and business people. Nashville Village Clerk Rose Heaton was told of the impending visit in a phone call last week from the office of State Senator Jack Welborn. “He said Governor Engler was en route to Hastings and would have a little extra time,” and decided he wanted to stop in Nashville, Heaton said. Heaton stressed that the governor’s appearance is not intended as a public speaking event or a time for debate, but simply an approximately 20-minute goodwill stop in which he hopes to chat infor­ mally with local officials and business people. The governor and his party are expected to arrive about 9 a.m. Nashville community garage sale will be June 15 Nashville’s annual community-wide garage sale date has been scheduled for Saturday, June 15, according to David Mace, president of the local chamber of commerce. The chamber has sponsored the event for several years. Advertisements for the event will be placed in local and area newspapers, said Mace, and each householder who plans to conduct a sale and wishes to be included in the address listing will be asked to contribute $2 to the chamber to help defray costs. Mace said that flyers containing a map showing sale locations also may be distributed to out-of-towners. He hopes local restaurants will want to get in on the act by providing coupons or other promotions in the flyer to invite salegoers to eat with them. The community garage sale has attracted a large number ofvisitors to the village in the past. “Most of them stick around for lunch,” noted Mace. Details on registration will be furnished at a later date. Maple Valley has 27 honor seniors Besides 18 members of Maple Valley's Class of 1991 who earned high honors for maintaining grade point averages of 3.5 or better, there are 27 others who are recognized as honor graduates with GPA' of 3.0 to 3.49. They are (front row, from left) Dana Cole, Helena Lehman, Darla McGhan, Christine Rash, Janel Hansen, Angela Felder, (second row) Nathan Lindsey, Terry Platte, Weston Rooks, Jody Olmstead, Kayli Or­ man, Nicole Wood, (third row) Jeff Laverty, Scott Casteele, Jon Shank, Shannon McLaughlin, Polly Sayles, Kristin Reid, (fourth row) Paul Lingoes, Michele Gordon, Tim Reed, Garth Davidson, Tim Edinger, Mike Mar­ tin and James Lewis. Missing are Angela Shook and Andy True. Commencement is set for 3 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at Fuller Street athletic field. Nashville Village Council tables alley enroachment case by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter After an hour-long discus­ sion, an impromtu visit to the scene and two defeated mo­ tions for action, Nashville Village Council Thursday tabled an alley encroachment matter until the June 13 meeting. The postponement was agreeable to Jeffrey Beebe, who had come to the council for consideration of what he says is a 14-foot village en­ croachment on his property at 103 N. Main St., which now houses Nashville Dairy Delite. Beebe said the delay property,” said Trustee Carol would give him a chance to Jones Dywer. obtain a copy of a recent “I’m here because I want to survey of the property. build a deck there,” Beebe The case stems from the told the council. He said he plans to con­ repaving project last fall of Main Street (M-66) by the struct a 25-foot wide deck ad­ State of Michigan. At that jacent to the south side of the time the entryway to an east­ building as seating for Dairy west alley adjacent to Beebe’s Delite customers. One solu­ building was widened from 12 tion suggested by Beebe was to 32 feet, at the direction of that the village swap him land the village. Beebe says this at the back of his property for has resulted in traffic en­ the alley right-of-way, in croaching on a 14-foot width which case he would build the deck at the rear of the of his paved parking area. “The curb cut may have in­ building. After a brief adjournment to vited people to drive on your Nashville's council adjourned to the site of contention for a first-hand look at the problem, as explained by Jeffrey Beebe, owner of the building housing Nashville Dairy Delite at 103 N. Main St. allow the council to visit the site en masse, that suggestion was rejected out of hand, primarily because officials felt it might hamper other nearby businesses that use the rear alley for back door deliveries. Nashville’s municipal parking lot stretches behind the stores for the entire length of the block in which Beebe’s pro­ perty is located. He also owns the Gribbin building on the north side of Dairy Delite. Council considered two solutions: returning the alley to its original 12-foot width or closing it off entirely to vehicular traffic. Both mo­ tions were defeated. “Legally we’re only entitl­ ed to 12 feet,” said President Pro Tern Ted Spoelstra. “If we put it back the way it was, we’re done with it. We’re legal.” But President Ray Hinckley said he is concerned about possible liability if the village narrows the alley and Beebe builds the deck right up to his lot line as he plans, since this could place people using the deck dangerously close to vehicular traffic. “If we cut that back to 12 feet and a semi-truck comes in there and hits the deck, the village could be sued,” predicted Hinckley. Dwyer, who is an attorney, agreed that the village might be named as a defendant in such a lawsuit, but added that the council could not make a decision about the alley based on what a property owner may or may not do. “I’m not sure it’s our place to question the sanity of his plans,” she said. “I would argue that (his property) is a comer lot and requires some clearance, but that is not my decision to make.” The Village Zoning Board See Alley case, page 2 Council members discuss encroachement issue. In This Issue Gourmet chef opens local restaurant National figure to visit Vermontville Peake honored by Friends of the Library Staff Appreciation Week celebrated at Maple Valley �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 14, 1991 — Page 2 Maplewood fourth graders plant spruce trees J-Ad Graphics News Service Colorado blue spruce seedl­ ings were distributed free to fourth graders at Maplewood school at Vermontville Wednesday in an event plann­ ed as an annual project by Wayne Lobert, donor of the trees. Lobert and his wife, Rita, are proprietors of Maple Valley Trees and Shrubs, located on Ionia Road. He not only presented the trees to the youngsters, but also gave them instructions for their planting and care. “Trees love to grow, just like kids do,” Lobert told the students in the classes of Cheryl Berry and Laura Smith. Lobert said he hopes to con­ tinue yearly distribution of seedlings to local fourth graders as a community project. He told the children that the Colorado blue spruce they received is the same type that Michigan cuts and sends to Washington D.C. in December for use as the na­ tional Christmas tree. Wayne Lobert was busy passing out young trees to a steady stream of happy youngsters, lined up outside Maplewood Elementary school in Vermontville Wednesday. Learning about trees ties in with lessons that Mrs. Berry’s students have recently had in their Michigan history and Alley case tabled by council, of Appeals has authority to rule on the matter. Nashville’s zoning ordinance requires a 15-foot set­ back ofany structure on a cor­ ner lot adjacent to a public street, but Beebe claims that the alley is not a street. Dwyer disagrees. “I think (your property) is a comer lot,” she told him. “That is the intent (of the law); the setback provision is to prevent exactly the kind of problem this (deck) would create.” continued from front Dwyer also spoke out against a proposal to com­ pletely close off the east-west alley, since it would mean that every vehicle that entered the municipal parking area at Washington Street would also have to exit there. She pointed out this could prove to be a problem for large trucks and other vehicles that might have difficulty turning around in the lot. “It doesn’t seem the logical thing to do,” agreed Trustee Sue VanDerske. Graduation' Get ready by looking Styles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville walk-ins WELCOME 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE geography class.. Student teacher Deborah Morse of Michigan State University, who has been assisting in Open Tues, thru Fri. The measure to close the alley was defeated by a unanimous vote. The earlier motion to return the alleyway entrance to its original 12-foot width was defeated 4-3. Trustee Chip Smith then suggested the matter be tabled until the council has an oppor­ tunity to study Beebe’s survey. Very little other business was conducted Thursday. Dwyer reported on a recent Village Legal and Liability seminar she attended along with Hinckley, Spoelstra and Trustee Richard Chaffee Jr. The day-long session at Lans­ ing was conducted by Michigan Municipal League. Among advice Dwyer cited was that under Michigan’s Open Meetings Act even com­ mittee meetings of the council must be open to the public, with notice posted 18 hours in advance and notification given to the press. She said this applies to any meeting in which officials are “deliberating toward a deci­ sion,” even if it is a commit­ tee of only two council members. She recommended compliance and said the at­ torney conducting the seminar advised, “There is no reason not to do it right.” Mrs. Berry’s room, also has been involved in the study project. Wayne Lobert said he feels the tree distribution will spark the youngsters’ interest in nature. “I’d like to get them started planting trees,” he added. Each child is expected to take his or her seedling home and to tend to its planting and care. Local residents attend reception for Benedicts’ On May 5, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict, accom­ panied by Mrs. Fred Adams and Brian Benedict and sons, attended a reception for Tammie Wion, who graduated from Indiana University the day before, with distinction. Physical therapy is her field and she has been accepted at Boston University for a twoyear program. May 5th was also the 57th wedding anniversary of the Senior Benedicts. Correction In last week’s listing of the honor roll, Melanie Wendorf should have been-included in the “A” group rather than the “B” group. Area Church Schedules CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville ST. CYRIL Sun. Mass........... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY ' Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship....... .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Spearses to observe 40th anniversary A 40th anniversary open house for Fred and Catherine (O'Brien) Spears of Vermontville will be held at the Kalamo Township Hall, Sunday, May 26, from 2 to 4 p.m. Fred and Catherine were married May 26, 1951, in Lansing. The open house will be hosted by their children, Carolyn and Dave Lindberg, Fred Jr. and Kathy Spears, Kent and Janis Spears, Mary and Tom Douma and their 10 grandchildren. Fred and Catherine wish for you to come and join in their celebration, with your presence being the only gift requested. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG 304 Phillips St., Nashville PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE Sun. School ........ 9:45 a.m. A'.WL Service .......... 11a.m. P.M? Service ........... 7 p.m. Wed. Service...... 7 p.m. OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Seleena Carpenter, Maplewood fourth grader, was the first to receive a Colorado Blue spruce seedling from Wayne Lobert of Maple Valley Trees and Shrubs. A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARb YOUNG PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School .... 11:00 a.m. 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship..............7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER 8593 Cloverdale Road (14 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service .......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 14, 1991 — Page 3 From Our Readers Alcohol is public enemy No. 1 To the editor: When someone put poison into Sudafed capsules and kill­ ed three people, that product was immediately taken from the shelves all over the coun­ try until a tamper-proof con­ tainer was created. When someone puts poison into bottles calling it beer or wine or whiskey, it stays on the shelf. The promise made by our political leaders at the time Prohibition was repealed was that legalizing alcohol would be the great answer. Instead, alcohol has become public enemy number one. Its use results in the death of 100,000 each year. That is 25 times as many as all illegal drugs combined. Alcohol is the third leading cause of death in the USA, right behind heart disease and cancer, though ironically alcohol can cause both of these diseases. Alcohol destroys brain cells that can never be replaced. Brain damage starts with the first drink. Drinking by ex­ pedant mothers can cause birth defects and is a major cause of mental retardation in children. Alcohol preserves dead things, but kills the liv­ ing. It enslaves at least 18 million we call alcoholics. Alcohol-related problems cost our government more than $100 billion each year. Annual tax revenue from alcoholic beverages is less than $8 billion. Who pays the Two special people held kids in reading Dear editor: The teaching staffs at Fuller Street and Kellogg Elemen­ tary schools want to give special recognition to two very special people. Three years ago, ourstaff started to give students an op­ portunity to do extra reading activities during National Reading Month every March. As the students were en­ couraged to do more reading during this month, it was hoped that those students reading would be rewarded for their efforts. Behind the scenes was this husband and wife duo who have always said when it comes to the school children, “Let us know if there is anything we can do to help!’’ And help they did. Every year in March this couple has allowed me to make up free ice cream S Maple Valley Athletic Boosters a coupons to give to the students who show they are reading. This year some ofthe coupons even rewarded the whole family for reading together during the month. We would like to express our gratitude to Jack and Judy DeGroot of Good Times Pizza. Sincerely, Pam Hunt Reading Teacher Mary E. Smith Vermontville Jon and Charlene Anderson of Greenville announce the engagement oftheir daughter, Lee, to Eric Wolff, son of Carroll and Marge Wolff of Nashville. Lee graduated from Miami University and is in management with Ganto’s. Eric is a graduate of Central Michigan University and is a CPA with Deloitte and Touche in Grand Rapids. The wedding date is June 15, 1991. WE CAN HELP SPELL IT OUT FOR YOU K £ Garage Sale ESTATE SALE 9400 Butler Rd., 8 miles south of Nashville on M-66, 1 1/2 miles East on Butler. Tues., May 14, Wed., Thurs., Fri., 9-6. u For Sale Automotive 1961 VOLKSWAGON BUG runs great, looks good, $800 or B/O. Also 1976 Mercury Marquis, needs a battery, $300 or B/O. Please call after 10am, 852-9104.__________________ 1 BINGO I 1987 DODGE pickup, Dakota LE, V-6, air, tilt, cruise, a.mJf.m., two tone, $5500 firm. 945-5316 after 5p.m.________ £ Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 S FOR SALE: 1991 S-10 Chevy pickup. 852-9793. 2 MAPLE VALLEY H.S. 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I’m glad I finally prearranged for my family’s sake. Eaton Federal Family Serving Families Since 1923 Pray Juneral Home, Jnc. imstw Funeral Prearrangement Centers 401 W. SEMINARY ST. CHARLOTTE, Ml (517) 543-2950 FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 FDIC EQUAL HOUSING INSURED LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 14, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the pas Baseball, bakery. Mother's Day were focus of attention in 1930 The novelty ofan exhibition girls’ baseball team, the opening of a new bakery, and church and family observa­ tions of Mother’s Day were top stories in The Nashville News of May 15, 1930. Local ball team books all­ star girls for game high caliber. (Note: In a subsequent issue of The News it was reported that the All-Star girls team “lived up to their press notices, and put up a good game, compelling the Independents to keep on their toes every minute to nose out a 6-5 victory.” As it turned out, the girls’ team was bolstered by three male players, one doing the receiv­ ing while the other two alter­ nated on the mound and at shortstop. However, one of the girls, a “diminutive right­ hander,” did the twirling for the first half of the game and handled the ball like a veteran, according to The News report which also noted: “Baseball fans who visited Riverside park Saturday afternoon to see how a girls’ team would per­ form in the national pastime were quite thoroughly satisfied.”) Nashville will have an opportrunity to see a baseball team of girls in action when the All-Star Rangers, honestto-gosh girls, play a Nashville team on the local lot. Just where these girls hail from is not clear to the News, but advertising matter put out by the team’s manager state they will be here Saturday afternoon, May 24, to play an exhibition game. Advance notices of the coming of the girls’ team state that they play a real game, throw, catch, field and bat on equal terms with the men and that some genuine competition will be offered any team Williamston man will start engaging them for a game. It new bakery next week is expected a big crowd will A new bakery will be be at Riverside park for this started in Nashville within the game. next week or two, according The prospective lineup for to announcement made within the game with the girls will the last few days, with Will D. be: Gail Lykins, p; Max Featherly of Williamston havDeFoe, c; Earl Knoll, lb; Bill ing leased the Gribbin block, Thomason, 2b; Darrell next to the Postoffice Phar­ Housler, 3b; Clayton macy for this purpose. It is Johnson, If; Ernie Millier, cf; understood Featherly will Forrest Hynes, rf; Halley open the new shop here as Penfold, ss. Doyle Thomason soon as equipment can be and Clyde Sanders will be installed. holding down the bench as Featherly has also rented reserve timber. the house now occupied by This coming Sunday, May Supt. J. L. Prescott and will 17, the locals will play the move in as soon as the Consolidated Press of Prescotts vacate. Their plans Hastings, and the following have been made to move near Sunday the Charlotte Cubs Detroit, where the professor will be the headliner. has been hired as superintenC. G. Pennock is manager dent of another school. of the team and prospects for Featherly has been engaged the coming season are good. in the bakery business over a Baseball fans are sure to have period of years so that the a chance to attend good games venture here brings with it with the opposing teams of a considerable experience in this line of work. Coy Brumm finishes years service with U.S. 25 With the completion of his route Wednesday, Coy Brumm, carrier on Rural Route No. 4 out of Nashville, completed exactly 25 years in the service of Uncle Sam. Twenty-five years ago tomor­ row morning, Mr. Brumm made the first trip around his route and started a mileage equalled by few persons, whether mail carriers or not. More than a quarter million miles, 229,000 in all, have been traveled in the quarter century since he started. His route is slightly less than 30 miles a day, but from his home to the post office and back again makes up the full 30, and he has carried approx­ imately 312 days out of the year. Using these figures as a basis for calculation, he has traveled 9,360 miles per year. Figuring in terms of com­ parative distances Brumm has traveled as much as nine times around the earth at its equator. He could have traveled 55 times across the United States. The first nine years of this service he drove a horse on his route. By the same method of calculating, he drove that, or those, horses 84,240 miles. Looking back over the long period ofyears he has been on the job for Uncle Sam, Brumm can see many developments. Among them is the highway development. Where now he has splendid gravel roads, then there was but ordinary dirt, bad when wet and rough when dry. There was a time when, at the top of the Oversmith hill west of town he could see threefourths ofhis patrons’ homes. Now he gets farther from town, but makes the trip in one ofthose flivvers that takes him around to his 100 patrons After 25 years as a rural Nashville carrier. Coy Brumm (third from right) in May 1930 had chalked up more than a quarter million miles delivering mail. The first nine years were by horse. The staff seen in front of the old post office on Main Street at Sherman (ca-1915) are (from left) Almon Murray, Randall Wade, Roy Bassett, Isa Newton, Coy Brumm, Bessie Bassett, and Postmaster Henry Glasner, who served from 1914-22. A bakery was to be opened in May 1930 in the Gribbin Block (center of photo) by Will Featherly of Williamston. In those days the building housed three separate business places. At left is the old Nashville post office, with the central switchboard of Citizens' Telephone Co. located upstairs. The intersection of Main and Sherman streets is in the foreground; a canopy shading the old "dug-out" can be seen at right. in record time, getting him home in good weather in time to eat a late lunch with the good wife. Local news — Word has been received by Nashville friends that Robert Townsend is in a Toledo hospital, having been taken there for an operation for appendicitis. His many friends here will be glad to know that he is getting along nicely, and will soon be able to return home. — Several inquiries have been made of President Kraft as to when the village would spread the calcium chloride on the streets to lay the dust. In order to avoid spring rains and not lose the desired effects of the chloride, the village will not spread it until the latter part of May or the first of June. By this delay the chloride will last longer and be' more effective as a dust layer. — Freeman & Mater have recently sold the Fred Nelson farm of 26 acres to a Detroit party, and the Laurel Marshall farm of 97 acres to Zeno Decker of Hastings. — Horace Powers returned to Ann Arbor Sunday even­ ing, after spending the weekend with his parents. Horace has been elected treasurer of the Delta Chi fraternity. — Mrs. Carl Huwe of Castleton, Mrs. Porter Kinne and Ethel Mae Kinne visited the Lincoln school in Pennfield one day last week. Mrs. Huwe taught in the Lincoln school last year. — Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Osborn of Delton are occupy­ ing Floyd Everts’ residence in the east part of town. Mr. Osborne is buttermaker at the creamery. — Harry Laurent and fami­ ly have moved into the May Potter house recently vacated by Herman Maurer. — Len W. Feighner is in Washington D.C. this week as a representative of the Michigan Press Association, at the convention of the American Advertisers Federation. — Robert Smith ofAnn Ar­ bor came to spend Mother’s Day at home. He and his parents drove to the Leonard Fischer home near Charlotte Sunday, and helped welcome back Mrs. Susana Smith, who spent the winter in Canton, Ohio. — Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Mc­ Clure and Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Edmonds were in St. Joseph Saturday to see the annual Blossom parade and festival of the twin cities. Their drive also included a trip through the extensive fruit orchards of Berrien County....Mrs. Frank McDerby, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. McDerby and Margaret motored to Benton Harbor Saturday to see the big parade in connection with the Blossom Week celebration. — Claude Potter of Spokane, Wash., an old-time resident of Nashville, arrived in the village Monday for a short visit with his mother, Mrs. J. J. Potter. — Mr. and Mrs. Will Cun­ ningham ofMaple Grove have moved back to their home at Hart to spend the summer. — (Kalamo) After an ap­ propriate and fine Sunday morning sermon at the Kalamo church, a most in­ teresting Mother’s Day pro­ gram was given, consisting of readings, songs and recita­ tions. The church was prettily decorated, the principal features being two chairs — one covered in white and decorated with a white wreath, to represent the mothers who have passed on; the other being decorated in red and hung with a red wreath to represent the living mothers. This chair was oc­ cupied during the program by Mrs. Ellen Ludlow, a dear old mother who is much loved by everyone who knows her. Each person present was given a carnation to wear. — (North Castleton) Mr. and Mrs. Ben Haynes of Detroit favored Mother’s Day by spending the weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lou Bitzer. — (Barryville) Mother’s Day was observed by a good sermon from our pastor and a solo by Miss Ruth Mudge. — (Martin Comers) There was a good attendance and a splendid sermon by Mrs. Showerman at Mother’s Day services at the church Sunday. — (Northeast Castleton) One of George Austin’s ewes had four lambs last week. All of them are living. — (South Vermontville) The Friday night dances held at the opera house in Ver­ montville are changing or­ chestras. This Friday the “Cameo Club” five-piece will play. Joe Mix is the leader of the orchestra. Mrs. Chase of the Sweet Shoppe of Nashville will serve ice cream and other eats. — (Northeast Castleton) Mrs. Firster, teacher of the Hosmer School, took all of her pupils to the Slout Players at Vermontville Saturday night. — (Martin Comers) Miss Esther Fox closed another successful year’s school in our district last Friday, this being her second year with us. The teacher and her scholars en­ joyed a weiner roast. She has been engaged to teach our school next year, which speaks well of her ability as a teacher. — (Striker District) Sunday afternoon, as two young girls were gathering flowers near the roadside, a man stopped his car and started toward them. They ran and he pur­ sued them. Each time they looked back he waved them to stop, following them on their homeward trip over fences well into the fourth field. All that is known is that he wore a brown suit and drove a Star coupe ofbrownish grey color. Result, two very frightened girls and a man who made a flying get-away when pur­ sued. We read of degenerates and their terrible crimes, but this will surely put children in these parts on guard more than ever, regarding strangers. Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Fainily OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday u Corner of M-66 and g Thornapple Lake Rd. Owner — Diana Kuempel 852-9481 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 14, 1991 — Page 5 Gourmet chef opens Nashville's newest restaurant by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Folks in Nashville have been standing in line to get a taste of gourmet foods prepared with a European flair at the village’s newest restaurant. Helmut’s Kaffeehaus open­ ed April 26, and owners Helmut and Ann (Mater) Klett say business has been very good. Their location on the nor­ theast comer of Main and Maple streets in the heart of town has housed a restaurant since 1939 under various owners. But it is virtually cer­ tain that this is the first time in all those years that a professionally trained chef has been on duty there. A native of Hard, Austria, Helmut has been in the United States for four years. He is married to the former Ann Mater, daughter ofGerald and Shirley Mater of Nashville and a 1979 graduate of Maple Valley High School. The couple met while both were working at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island — she as a secretary and he as a chef. He came directly to the hotel from Austria, where he had been an apprentice chef for three years before cooking at Austrian and Swiss resorts. “He came to the Grand Hotel on a six months’ work visa,” explained Ann. “The chef at the Grand Hotel was □j Before starting their Nashville operation, Helmut and Ann lived in Florida and Virginia, where he worked as a chef. The Kletts then decided to open their own restaurant. “We decided we wanted to come back and settle close to home,” said Ann, who credits the “entire Mater family” with helping them get their new venture going. Relatives helped with everything, in­ cluding cleaning and painting to prepare the building for opening. Specialties of the house, prepared with an Austrian flair, include Helmut’s cream soups and his apple strudel. The menu also features several Italian dishes. And there are daily specials. Everything is served with an elegant touch. “Helmut likes to use fresh garnishes, herbs and spices,” noted Ann. “That comes with the gourmet training.” She said they think of their restaurant as a place for “fine family dining,” offering gourmet fare at reasonable prices. “There is no longer a need to drive to Grand Rapids or Lansing to get a gourmet meal.” Helmut’s Kaffeehaus opens at 7 a.m. and closes at 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, but stays open until 10 p.m. Friday through Sunday. The restaurant will be closed on Mondays. ' bySandyJones A personal touch to remember. Years of Experience with all occassions. 945-9402 Kid’s can find sewer dangers Ann and Helmut Klett are owners of Nashville's newest Main Street business, Helmut's Kaffeehaus,, a restaurant specializing in fine family dining with a European flair. M „d6eun sjojjii/u aux.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 852-9192 £ Two Lansing youths ages 15 and 13, dressed in camouflage and attempted to pull up a manhole cover mark-­ ed “sewer” and gain access the afternoon of May 2. “These boys were obvious­ ly imitating the actions oftheir popular fictitious heroes, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, who live in the underground sewer system, ” said Sheriff Art Kelsey. What these boys, as well as other youngsters, do not realize is that methane gas, also known as “sewer gas” can be found in these sewer systems. This gas is highly explosive and causes death by suffication. .The sheriff warned people to make children aware ofthe dangerous consequences that could result due to tampering with manhole covers and entering sewer systems. This type ofactivity may also result in criminal prosecution, he added. "Clip & save" training he liked.” Helmut has a total of 10 years experience in his trade. RE STANTON'S WiucTioneeRS & rcmtorsI^. 'JUST LISTED! 'Beautifully remodeled and redecorated 4 to 6 bedroom home 'Wrap-around enclosed front porch, rear deck overlooking lovely fenced back yard 'Great kitchen, paved drive, garage 'Priced to sell at $59,900 (N-78) l N. Main, Nashville M NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER X-Ray Lab Gentle Spinal Adjusting • Physical Therapy • Therapeutic Muscle Massage 144 SOUTH PJNrt STREET • MERMOHTMILIE. MICHIGAN 49096 H4SHMIUE (517)852-1717 'NEW LISTING! 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Original prices of the dresses range from $80 to $225. Weller rents them for $40 with a $20 refundable surety deposit. She attributes the idea of gown rental to her niece, Beverly Laymance, who mov­ ed to Nashville from Dayton, Ohio, where such practice is common. “Beverly really encouraged me to get into it,” said Weller. “She couldn’t believe that she couldn’t fine one (to rent) in this whole area.” Weller added the dresses as a sideline to her successful nails and tanning center business, and presently the gowns are on display in that location though she says she by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A service new to Nashville and believed to be the only one now operating in Barry County is the formal gown rental offered by Bobbie’s Unique Nails and Tanning Center at 203 N. Main St. Though Maple Valley’s 1991 high school prom is now history, owner Bobbie Weller says she hopes the rental idea will catch on. “There’s a really big need for it, once people get on to it,” said Weller. She pointed out that proms are not the only occasion at which her gowns can be used. They also are suitable for homecoming dances and parades, as attire for various queens and their courts, or even for plays or other dramatic productions. Many of the gowns also are appropriate for bridesmaids as well as for the mother of the Educational and economic cycle— By Ozzie D. Parks BOBBIE’S off Nashville 1-517-852-0940 Tan at Bobbie’s Bobbie Weller shows off one of the lovely formal gowns she has available for rental at her nail and tanning salon in Nashville. Mon., Tues., Wed. & Thurs. from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. FOR A REDUCED $ 9 00 RATE OF... S ingles may later move them to her home. The way Weller acquired the gowns is almost as unique as the award-winning nail designs she creates in her shop. Using a barter system, Weller exchanged her nail and tanning services for gowns ac­ cepted from her clients. Buy your Tanning Products Here! 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Weller has a good selection now and is not taking in addi­ tional dresses. In the spring she hopes to organize a style show that will give the public an opportunity to see the gowns that are available to rent. Nashville's Class of 1931 plans reunion Members and friends of Nashville High School’s Class of 1931 are invited to attend an open house to mark the 60th anniversary since graduation. The event has been set for Saturday, May 25, during the afternoon preceding the even­ ing Maple Valley Alumni Banquet. The Class of 1931 open house will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Maple Grove Community Center on Durkee Street (M-66) at the south village limits of Nashville. Friends and acquaintances ofthe class are invited to drop by. It is hoped that classmates will bring photos and other memorabilia about their school days as well as to their years since graduation. Edna (Brumm) Smith of Nashville is the local organizer of the event. Anyone who wants more details may call her at 852-9687. The annual alumni banquet will be held the evening of May 25 at Maple Valley Jr.Sr. High School. The school will be open at 5 p.m. to allow time for visiting and reminisc­ ing prior to the meal, which will be served in the gym­ nasium at 7 p.m. A business meeting and program will follow. I have been made increasingly aware of how important education is to our local and national economic cycle. In our society adults have, by constitution and tradition, provided for and invested in the education of our young. The young have developed to the place where they in tum have provided for and invested in the adult society, in particular our senior citizens. Our ancestors were aware that the better education our young people became, the better they would be able to perpetuate the economic cycle and our democratic society. There is, however, a danger that our present society may forget or forsake the past beliefs and practices in the press of other current needs and desires. Evidence of this danger comes to us in the form of com­ munications which may be summarized in the statement of philosophy that “I took care of myself and/or my children, let others take care of theirs.” The problem with this philosophy is twofold. One is that it is a departure from our original beliefs, traditions and system which could disrupt our society and economy. The other is that those who might adopt this philosophy could outnumber those who are still in the parent role. Therefore, I believe that it is important that we rethink our philosophy and commitment. Some ofthe rethinking needs to center around the fact that as a society we are living longer at the same time that our bir­ thrates are declining. This means that more and more senior citizens must be supported by fewer and fewer young adults. These young adults must therefore increase their abilities and earning power to keep the system working as well as it has in the past. Good education helps make that possible. Also, we need to be reminded that it costs less to provide our young people with a good education than it does to support them or to pay for their confinement in other institutions, a cost we all pay. In a recent year, according to published reports, our state budget went down $200 million for schools and up $500 million for penal institutions. That is not a good situation for our economy or our society. It appears that we are paying later for what we didn’t do earlier. There are many other ways in which our educational and economic systems are interrelated. We need a well educated citizenry and a well prepared work force. That is how our American educational and economical systems were designed and how they have succeeded in past year. We all play an important part in the education and economic cycle, so we can only afford to abandon it when we leave this world for a better one. Let’s continue to support the educa­ tional and economic systems that have made us the leaders of the free world. They have served us well in the past and are our best hope for a peacefill and prosperous future. Short Term Medical (For Person(s) Layed oft) • Bonding E and 0 Insurance • Teddy Bear Life Insurance Policy TOBIAS MASON Insurance Agency — FREE QUOTES — 852-2005 • Dick Tobias The Ole Cookstove FAMILY RESTUBANT § Weekend Specials .Friday, May 17 & Saturday, May 18 Prime Rib s795’ Seafood Platter $625 ‘Potato, soup or salad, blueberry muffin, rolls, vegetable and dessert. ®Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! HHOOUURRSS: :MMoonn ddaa yythtrhuruT Thhuurrscdr1aayt>77a.»m m. to 3 □p —..mm._. Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. 174 SOUTH MAIN, VERMONTVILLE Phone 517-726-1144 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, May 14, 1991 — Page 7 National religious figure to visit Vermontville Bible Church May 19 % S »A{X*> Reading teacher Pam Hunt presents a Certificate of Appreciation to Judy and Jack DeGroot of Good Time Pizza for their role in promoting the March reading program in. Nashville elementary schools. With them are six youngsters representing some of the classes involved in the program (from left) Nicole Rucinski of Young Fives; Stacey Hamilton, kindergarten; Nicholas Jones, first grade; Nikki Furlong, second grade; Chris Lentz, third grade; and Shawn Graham, fourth grade. K'S} R$ls ES^S% Good Time Pizza restaurant helps to promote good reading habits kfes IU? sSa Jack and Judy DeGroot, proprietors of Good Time Piz­ za in Nashville, were honored Friday for their role in im- 28S? '*WWife. !*iQffeK. IN MEMORY OF OUR BELOVED SON and brother Dion Ray Villan­ ueva who passed away seven years ago May 18th. “DION” es ^wr es IIi nfo proving Nashville elementary students* reading skills. Pam Hunt, Chapter I Reading teacher for Fuller Street and Kellogg elementary schools, presented the DeGroots with a framed cer­ tificate of appreciation in recognition of their contribu­ tion to the success of the an­ nual March reading program. Hunt’s students, who range from pre-primary to sixth­ graders, did lots of reading in March to attain goals set for each grade level. Each youngster who reached the in­ dividual goal was rewarded with a coupon for a free ice When you came into our ’’ Ilves you brought much joy and happiness. You always gave so much lfeiltn||||||jQj but only took so little, fenitatlliihs ^ssaslsSEKitt raUiittp, Those of us who knew you, loved you and adored you. You were the sunshine of our u^iikttanaiiiiK Ilves and the pot of gold at the end of every rainbow, Erisitaiititartiki Your laughter and your smile with you worthwhile. The memories of you shall never leave us. There is not much more to say or do except to pray and say "We love you." The Vermontville Historical Society’s meeting May 23 will feature a speaker who will focus on the towns and communities that were in existence in the 1800s. The group also will have a Written by ilMalfiw Julie Vlllanuevea Jensen WiijErf Mom, Dad, Jon, Julie, Scott ■eMfJ Lovingly Remembered, and Debbie £ J J & of the Rev. and Mrs. William Schafer, and is the father of four children: Debra Love of Oak Harbor, Ohio; the Rev. Richard Gregory, pastor of Byron Center Bible Church in Byron Center; Jan Kimbro of Greenville, S.C.; and Cynthia of Byron Center. Dr. Gregory has traveled extensively in Europe, South Africa, England, Ireland, and Israel and has been a featured speaker at a number of Bible conferences and Christian schools in America. Dr. Richard I. Gregory Remember Monday, May 27 We will fill your — URNS — • Fresh Flowers • Ums • Liners • Arrangements Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville „Phone — 852-2050 WE DELIVER 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily Jd LAST ONE TILL SEPTEMBER! $ Fish & Chicken Fry VFW POST 8260 • NASHVILLE, Ml Friday, May 17 • 5:30-7:30 “ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT” Adults ... s4.75 Children ... s2.75 A VWWWVWWVWVVWW'-. Maple Valley Treesand Shrubs 2501 N. Ionia Rd. Vermontville, Mich. (1 mile South of Nashville Hwy.) 726-1108 Register for drawing. A tree to be given away HOURS: 9 a.m. to Dusk; Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. potluck, beginning at 7 p.m. at The Bible Church. Charles F. Johnson, who is originally from Baldwin and now lives in Grand Rapids, will be the speaker. He has spoken to dozens ofgroups on the subject of Michigan’s ghost towns. Johnson is a graduate of Central Michigan University, where he majored in languages and social science and minored in history. He has located 75 towns, hamlets, etc., that used to grace our county, in the 1800s. He will present a map of Eaton County to the Vermont­ ville Historical Society, show­ ing where each one was located. Admission is free. Be sure to bring a dish to pass. Bausch & Lamb Sensitive Saline 12 oz. 209 Sensitive Eyes™ Saline Spray 12 oz. or Sensitive Eyes Daily Cleanser Dynatnm 14 oz. ,1 oz.. Aspirin 100’s Oral B Toothbrush 1” Tablots or Caplets Close-Up Vaseline Toothpaste Intensive Care Lotion 10 oz. 6.4 oz. a GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051. V3 O Bayer Week! Jr. Livestock meeting planned The 4-H Jr. Livestock Association will meet Wednesday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall at the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Agenda topics for this meeting will include prepara­ tion for the Eaton County Fair, to be held July 21-27, and updates of the swine and lamb weigh-ins. LUU-JI > Personal Attention & Local Historical Society to hear about ‘ghost towns’ made every minute spent tlisims^rib ssfaiRHhitlM rcaraMnjaalN n!oipnsper®ta cream cone from Good Time Pizza. The special reward also in­ cluded a 25 percent discount for ice cream cones for other family members. “It has really impoved their reading,” said Hunt, in thank­ ing the DeGroots for their three-year involvement in the program. Hunt said the ice cream cone offer was a way of getting the children involved. “You have to give them in­ centives,” she added. Hunt said the DeGroots had given her free rein to design the coupon offer to promote March as Reading Month. Dr. Richard I. Gregory, national executive director ofthe Independent Fundamental Churches of America, will be at the Vermontville Bible Church the morning of Sun­ day, May 19. Sunday School will be at 10 a.m. and morning worship services will start at 11 a.m. Dr. Gregory was born and raised in Honesdale, Pa., where his family attended an IFCA church, Honesdale Gospel Tabernacle. He received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Shelton College, a master of divinity degree from Faith Theological Seminary, and a doctor of divinity degree from Bob Jones University. During his 30 years in the pastorate, he has served at Byron Bay Chapel, Hopat­ cong, N.J., Pennridge Com­ munity Church in Perkasie, Pa., Braintrim Baptist Church in Laceyville, Pa., and at Limerick Chapel in Limerick, Pa., for 17 years. He has served two terms on the National Executive Com­ mittee of the Independent Fundamental Churches of America; president of the Eastern Pennsylvania Regional; president and board member of the Eastern In­ dependent Church Mission; secretary of the board of Biblical Seminary; member of the cooperating board of Clearwater Christian College; and president and board member of WEFMinistries (now named Biblical Worldwide) ofLawrenceville. He is married to the former Carol Ann Schafer, daughter PreSun for Kids SPF29 CC O29 4 oz. O MAY IS HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE MONTH Check Your Blood Pressure FREE at Mace Pharmacy And ask at the Pharmacy for your copy of the Healthy Heart Quiz Edge Shave Gel 7 oz. Right Guard Creamy SPF 15 4 oz. or Facial SPF 15 2 oz. j«ecI PreSul 177 266 PreSun •fc- ESS. Family Assortment Travel Toothbrush I Original or Sport Stick 2.5 oz. or SOFT & DRI Solid 1.75 oz. or Roll-on 1.5 oz. 66 J. i I Right Guard 5> oz. 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All pro­ ceeds will be used for Eaton Counties Horseback Riding for the Handicapped program. BODY TALK 4-H caprine classic goat show set A lunch Friday in Maple Valley's school library was one of the ways the Sr. High Student Council said "thank you" to the staff in the annual week-long apprecia­ tion event. Friday lunch caps Maple Valley annual Staff Appreciation Week A lunch oftacos, submarine sandwiches and desserts Fri­ day capped the annual Staff Appreciation Week at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. The lunch, served in the school library, was provided by the Senior High Student Council, and was just one of many gifts of appreciation ex­ tended to the faculty throughout the week. The special week-long observance started Monday morning with Student Council members delivering orange jiuice, coffee and. sweet rolls to each teacher in his or her classroom, along with a flower for the teacher’s desk. Tuesday, the Board of Education got into the ap­ preciation act by having the student council deliver fresh fruit door to door for each teacher in their classrooms. An ice cream social Wednesday in the teacher’s lounge offered several selec- 4-H Poultry Expo scheduled The 4-H Poultry Expo will Decks Additions icnMsiunlant ion Armour’s Remodeling “No Job Too Small” BRYON ARMOUR License #083426 Ph (517) 852-9313 after 5:00 tions of ice cream with toppings. Thursday, the staff was again treated to the sweet roll, coffee and juice delivery, and each received a personalized Maple Valley Schools business card. In addition to the lunch Fri­ day, the Student Council presented each teacher with a pen. 112 Cleveland St. Nashville, Ml 49073 be a full day of fun learning activities Tuesday, July 9, at Michigan State University. “Show features include fit­ ting and showing, chicken and turkey barbecues, egg preparation demonstration, breeds identification and quiz, live pullet judging, carcass judging and parts identifica­ tion and egg grading con­ tests,” says Anne Pease, 4-H program assistant. “It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet other kids and learn more about the poultry project.” There will also be a poultry fashion show. As a special award opportunity, the first and second place overall win­ ners in the senior division will be invited to participate in a three-day, all-expense paid trip in the tri-state area during August or September to attend a poultry careers program. For more information about the expo and entry forms, contact the Eaton County Ex­ tension office or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. Deadline for registration is June 14, 1991. HEARTWORM TESTING Eaton County 4-H goat members are eligible to attend the 4-H Caprine Classic Goat Show at Michigan State University July 6. “The show features dairy, angora and pygmy goats and market wether classes,” says Anne Pease, Eaton County 4-H program assistant. “It’s a great opportunity for young people to meet others with similar interests and compare their animals in show ring competition.” Goat driving classes for single or multiple hitches will display exhibitors’ skills in training and driving their animals. Showmanship competition and milk production awards are also parts of the show. The production awards recognize 4-H’ers whose animals are outstanding milk producers according to Dairy Herd Improvement Associa­ tion (DHIA) records. Cer­ tificates will be awarded for all dairy goats entered in the Caprine Classic that produce at least 33 percent above their breed average, and special awards will be given for outstanding production records. For more information about the 4-H Caprine Classic and entry forms, contact the Eaton County Cooperation Exten­ sion office, or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. The deadline for registration is June 14. Vibrating and rotating wheels massage and mobilize the spine and back with penetrating infra-red heat. REFRIGERATORS: Rebuilt and reconditioned refrigerators. 616-964-9377.______ ■ CRACKED OR BOWED BASEMENT WALLS? BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment ROOFING-SIDING ­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.____________ NASHVILLE FIRE HALL Wednesday 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday 1 to 3 p.m. ATTENTION CAMPERS Park your camper or RV on Cloverdale Lake, Delton. Come and go all summer. 962-8443. or. Larry Julius Intersegmental traction unit added PET GROOMING most breeds, pickup and delivery available. 852-0728.________ Business Services VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. For the Ark Mobile Veterinary Unit next to Fire Hall — All other times for surgery, treatments, or testing by appointment — Please call 616-792-9500. We are trying to establish quality and convenient small animal care at affordable prices — your support is appreciated. By Michael N. Callton, D.C. The Nashville Family Chiropractic Center added an in­ tersegmental traction unit to its line of noninvasive, natural therapies May 6. The unit also provides infrared heat and vibratory muscle massage. Intersegmental traction is a form of spinal stretching and mobilization more comfortable than standard traction units typically found in hospitals and.physical therpay clinics. It stretches the ligaments and muscles ofthe spine with vibrating, rotating wheels that move up and down the spine from the neck to the low back. A typical 10-minute therapy assists in breaking up bony fixa­ tions ofthe spine, which pinches nerves and lead to pain ofthe back, neck, arms and legs. The gentle motion of this units also helps relax muscle spasms and adhesions caused by injury to the muscles of the back. A typical 10-minue therapy assists in breaking up bony fixa­ tions ofthe spine, which pinches nerves and lead to pain ofthe back, neck, arms and legs. The gentle motion of this units also helps relax muscle spasms and adhesions caused by injury to the muscles of the back. The infrared heat, which is more penatrating than hot packs or moist heat, adds to the muscle relaxing capability of the vibration and intersegmental traction. Since this is the only unit of its kind in the area, it’s impor­ tant the community is aware of its special uses and easy access in Nashville. It aids in healing most back injuries, including strains, sprains, muscle spasms and generalized stress. The unit also increases local circulation of the back to improve healing and muscle waste removal. Any area residents interested in the intersegmental traction unit are encouraged to call Nashville Family Chiropractic Center for a free demonstration. Appointments can be made by calling 852-2070 during regular office hours. Medication and vaccines—Dog or Cat THROUGH MAY 22 ONLY Funds are needed by the Handicapped Riding program to build a classroom, tack room and stalls on the existing structure behind the Meadowview School on Packard Highway, Charlotte. Anyone who wants more in­ formation about the horseback riding program or the horseshow should call 627-8888 or 543-2681. Show bills will be sent upon request. EARTH ANCHORS -------------------------------------- ’THE WALL REPLACEMENT ALTERNATIVE' 1 -800-748-0500 COBB Recreation TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. uc. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION ST Do-it-yourself • 11A” 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 / OUN » ' EE i>' �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 14, 1991 — Page 9 Obituaries Norma Spencer SUNFIELD Norma Spencer, 78 of Sunfield passed away Tuesday, April 30,1991 in Grand Rapids. Elizabeth Norma Spencer was bom July 10, 1912, the second child of John and Blanche Lippincott, on the family farm in Sebewa Town­ ship. She attended the Halla­ day Rural School, Sunfield High School and Ionia County Teacher’s Training Normal. She started her teaching career at the Ware School near Lowell in the fall of 1931. Since that time, Norma has taught in the Hamlin School, the Clarksville School, the Pleasant Valley School, the Section School, the Travis School and the Friendbrook School, all in Ionia County. She taught the Laukes School in Eaton County and in the Pewamo-Westphalia School System in Clinton County. In the summer of 1964, Norma received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in elementary education from Western Michigan University. In earn­ ing her degree, she attended Ferris State College, Eastern Michigan Normal, Central Michigan Normal, Michigan State University, and Western. Norma continued her educa­ tion to earn certification in Special Education and spent the last seven years of her career teaching Special Educa­ tion in the Lakewood School Systems. She retired in 1975. On the 22nd of June, 1944, she was married to Thomas James Spencer. To this union came three children: Miriam Linda, who is an ealy child­ hood program administrator in Lawrence W. Johnson SlHtMBtfifflil i xristsasiftoii cmsrsaWujtift iyiffijosolteiBfe ■Kiotioiitqrt NASHVILLE - Lawrence W. Johnson, 82 of Nashville, passed away Friday, May 10, 1991 at the home ofdie friends who cared for him. Mr. Johnson was bom on June 29, 1908 in Elkhart, Indiana, the son of Gust and Hannah Johnson. He was raised in Detroit and Ann Arbor and attended schools there. He served in the United States Army during World War II in Central Europe and Northern France. He retired in 1974 from Hawthorne Metal Products Company in Royal Oak. Mr. Johnson was a member of the Lutheran Church and enjoyed bowling, golfing and working on electronics. Mr. Jgohnson is suriviv.ed by Wyoming; James Edward, who is persuing his masters degree in psychology at South­ ern Illinois University along with managing a mobile home park in DuQuoin, Illinois; and Lewana Diane, a practicing registered nurse and officer in the medical corps of the National Guard in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Mrs. Spencer is survived by her husband; her three child­ ren; an older sister, Frances; a younger sister, Allene; and a younger brother, John Allen. She was preceded in death by two younger sisters, Rachael Lippincott Binns, and Beth Lippincott Bailey. Norma will be remembered by her immediate family, her grand and great grandchildren and many neighbors and friends and former students. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 4 at the Lakew­ ood United Methodist Church with Reverend Ward D. Pierce officiating. Burial was in the East Sebewa Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Epilepsy nephew, Richard Pew; niece, Foundation in memory ofMrs. Carrie Pew, both of Ann Norma Spencer: Arrangements were made Arbor; special friends; Merle and Don Sears, Nashville, who by the Rosier Funeral Home, he lived with recently when he Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. became sick. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ella Pew. Graveside services were Junior Farmers held Monday, May 13 at Lake­ to meet Monday view Cemetery, Nashville with The Vermontville Junior Reverend Lester DeGroot Farmers 4-H Club will meet officiating. Monday, May 20, at 7 p.m. in Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel- the Maplewood gym. Genther Funeral Home. Fair materials will be hand­ ed out. Those who cannot attend should contact Jeri Mater at 726-1432 to get materials. i jnjntjnMtato|<ii ift rfcoapHihiii Joy Peake is honored by Nashville Friends of the Library group Joy Peake, a founding member of Nashville’s Friends of Putnam Public Library, was honored by the group last Tuesday with the awarding of a plaque in recognition of her years of service. Dr. Michael Callton, club president, made the presenta­ tion during a meeting of the organiztion at Good Time Piz­ za in Nashville. During her tenure with the FOL, Peake has at various times held each ofthe elective offices. She also has helped with many library projects and spearheaded the suc­ cessful FOL cookbook fund­ raiser in 1981. At Tuesday’s meeting, the Friends discussed a “Life Fund” proposal that calls for establishment of a trust fund from proceeds of sale ofa col­ lection of old “Life” magazines owned by the library. The funds would be Nashville Literary Club to meet Wednesday The Nashville Woman’s Literary Club will meet Wednesday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Esther Long. This will be the group’s an­ nual meeting, with election of officers for the 1991-1992 year. A silent auction will be held and plans will be discussed for the June outing. WANTED bakers apprentice for 2nd shift, will train. Call Monday through Fri., 9a.m.-5p.m. 517-726-1000. ^rfjupjlBilaj11® LPN’s your TLC is needed for a small child in Nashville, 8am to 8pm, full or part time. Orienta­ tion provided. 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Main, Vermontville 726-0569 OPEN: Monday-Friday 7-7, Saturday 8-5 Joy Peake, a founding member of Friends of Put­ nam Library, was awarded a special plaque Tuesday in honor of her service to the organization. Making the presentation is Dr. Michael Callton, president. C-Store (517) ■Your Mondty Neighbor Store* Help Wanted ■awn arfiWik®^^' deposited in a special bank ac­ dows cleaned by a profes­ count with interest earmarked sional firm. Dr. Callton said for perpetuation of FOL this is a job that has not been projects. done for 20 years. In other business, the FOL The group also is planning a has begun planning for the an­ pie and coffee sale fimd-raiser nual spring cleaning of the at the library during library, and hope to be able to Nashville’s Harvest Festival have the exterior of the win- Aug. 17. 416 N. Main St. PEPSI • Company Serving America 852-9561 PEPSI JOBS IN ALAKSA: Hiring. Up to $600 weekly or more. Summer/year round. Fishing, canneries, construction, logging. 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MARATHON GAS - Best in the Long Run �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 14, 1991 — Page 10 Lions nip Bronson; set sights on SMAA crown The Maple Valley varsity baseball team moved itself in­ to position for a league title Friday when it defeated Bron­ son 3-2. The win improved the Lions to 7-1 in the S.M.A.A. and 9-5 overall. Maple Valley can clinch the conference title with a sweep of Battle Creek Pennfield Friday. The doubleheader, which will be held at Bailey Park Stadium, begins at 4:30 p.m. The game with the Vikings was one of the more dramatic for the Lions this season. Bronson led 2-1 going into the seventh inning, but allowed a base on balls to Mickey Col­ lier to start the inning. Collier then went to third on Levi Schantz’ second hit of the game. He then scored on a throwing error by the Viking firstbaseman. Bronson tried to elude the heart of the Lion batting order, but the strategy backfired. The Vikings inten­ tionally walked Dan Franks and Jason Hoefler to load the bases. John Shank then drew a walk, driving in Schantz with the winning run. Hoefler went the distance for the Lions, scattering five hits while striking out 11 Vik­ ings. He allowed only two walks and one earned run. The pitching ofHoefler was a key to the Maple Valley for­ tunes, because it could muster a mere four hits off Bronson pitching. In addition to Schantz’ hits, Franks and Kirk Warner were the only other Lions to hit safely. Saturday Maple Valley was host to an eight-team field for a tournament. The Lions defeated Athens 12-2 in the morning game to advance to the semi-final round. Franks proved to be a oneman wrecking crew for Maple Valley. He jacked a pair of doubles and a homerun, driv­ ing in five runs in the contest. Franks also pitched all five innings ofthe mercy-rule contest, allowing two earned runs. He struck out seven and walkedjust one Athens batter. Collier also chipped in with a pair of RBI. The victory moved Maple Valley into the semifinals where it faced Hastings, com­ ing up on the short end of a 17-5 score. The Lions jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the first inning, but the Saxons responded with three in the bottom ofthe inn­ ing and added six in the third off losing pitcher Darrel Stine. “They are a very strong ballclub,’’ Maple Valley coach Mike Booher said of Hastings. “We just didn’t have pitching enough to stop them.” Thank You... We would like to thank all those who purchased member­ ships for the Maple Syrup Festival. Maple Syrup Producers Memberships John & Norma Viele Larry &. Karen Haigh Larry & Martha Gearhart Boy Scout Troop 46 Earl &. Lorna Wilson &. Son Harold, Edith, Brian &. Lorraine Benedict Don &. Karen Hickey Hilltop Maples Martins Maple Products Amos Haigh &. Family Sugar House Leo & Mary Malicut Wayne Pennock Fern Gearhart Aldrich Farms Gerald Lumstrum Don Shook &. Family Dan & Diane Smith Supporting Membership Ponderosa Campgrounds United Methodist Church Vermontville Lions Forrest Gardner Maple Valley Track Vietnam Vets Vermontville Chapter Edgar & Rose Fleetham Maple Leaf Inn The Old Cook Stove Sav-Way Store Vermontville Hardware Trowbridge Sales & Service Frith’s Service Station Vermontville Historical Society Americna Legion Congregational Church MCI Staffing Inc. Agate Motorcycle Club Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Cub Scouts Nancy’s Beauty Shop Trumble Insurance Agency Stanton Realty Marion Corey &. Family The Outpost Carpenters Den Richard’s Studios Independent Bank Village Hair Port Charles Viele Bulldozer Serena Goodenough Clay’s Dinner Bell Eaton Federal Savings &. Loan Hometown Lumber Company 2-Js Mace Pharmacy Maple Valley Real Estate ' Maple Valley Implement Nashville Lions Club Maple Valley Band Boosters V-Junction RL Hill Tax Service Carl’s Super Market Country Kettle Hastings City Bank Kathie’s Crafts Kent Oil Company Mapes Family Florist Mussers Service Nashville Hardware Wolever’s Real Estate Thank You... Maple SyrupFestival Association Maple Valley's Jason Hoefler drills a basehit to right field in Saturday's semi-final loss to Hastings at the Maple Valley tournament. The Lions defeated Athens 12-2 to advance to the semis. Hastings went on to defeat Sturgis and win the tournament. Stine allowed eight runs in two and a third innings, allow­ ing five walks and five hits, including a first inning dinger by Karl Gielarowski. Monday the Lions lost its first league game, 8-3 to St. Philip. Maple Valley could not get its bats going, as Shank delivered all three Lion hits, a single, double and his first homer of the year. He drove in all three Maple Valley runs. Franks suffered his first loss of the season, going five and two-thirds innings before Hoefler relieved him. Franks struck out five and walked three. This week the Lions will go without its seniors for most of the week. Maple Valley will face Climax-Scots in a non­ league game tonight, before facing Pennfield Friday in the league finale. Saturday the Lions will play Colon at Vermontville with the opening pitch at noon. M.V. girls track team wins David Courser Memorial Relays at Bath The Maple Valley girls var­ cond was the high jump team sity track team won seven of of Sessions and Byrd; the thirteen events and finished discus team of Cheeseman and with 114 points to win the Kangas; the shuttle hurdle team championship at the relay team of Renee Rosin, David Courser Memorial Bouwens, Pool and Phenix; Relays held at Bath Saturday. and the spring medley relay Haslett took second with 82 team of Rosin, Pool, Alicia Golovich and Alice Moore. points in the six-team field. This past Thursday the girls Taking first for the Lions in the shot put were Tracy won their final dual meet of Kongas and Lora Emery; the the season over Eaton Rapids long jump team of Janet by the score of 77-51, to finish Boldrey and Kelly Eastman; their dual meet season with a the two mile relay team of 6-0 record. Taking first was Cheeseman Cindy Furlong, Jennifer Phenix, Mindy Shoup and in the discuss; Kangas in the Tammy Ashley; the 880 relay shot; the two mile relay team team of Byrd, Phenix, Bouwens and Boldrey; the 440 relay team of Janet Pool, Retha Byrd, Stephanie Bouwens, and Boldey; the Jamie Appelman and Tai middle distance relay team of Gearhart, both Maple Valley Ashley, Bouwens, Byrd and High School graduates, earn­ Shoup and the mile relay team ed bachelor of arts degress at of Ashley, Shoup, Phenix and Olivet College commence­ Boldrey. ment exercises May 5. Placing second was the Appelman, whose parent is 4-mile relay team of Ashley, Michael Appelman of Cheri Sessions, Shoup and Nashville, and Gearhart, son Furlong with all four girls of Larry Gearhart of Olivet, running their miles in under both earned degrees in six minutes. Also taking sebusiness. of Furlong, Moore, Shoup and Ashley; Phenix in the high and low hurdles; Furlong in the mile and two mile; Boldrey in the long jump, 100 and 220; Shoup in the 880; and the mile relay team of Ashley, Shoup, Phenix and Boldrey. Boldreys winning time of 11.5 seconds in the 100 yard dash broke a 10 year old school record for that event. The team will travel to Bangor on Saturday this week for regional competition, with berths in the Class C State Finals at State. M.V. grads earn degrees Olivet College is a fouryear liberal arts college located in south-central Michigan and is associated with Congregational Christian and United Church of Christ churches. Founded in 1844, the private, residential college awards the bachelor of arts and bachelor of music educa­ tion degrees. Nashville Lions Clubs ...expresses its sincere appreciation to the following mer­ chants for their White Cane Week donations: Eaton Federal Savings & Loan Nashville Auto Parts Styles ‘R’ Us Bobbies Michigan Entertainment Center “C” Store Nashville Hardware Maple Valley Real Estate C’s Place Mace Pharmacy Kenny A’s Hastings City Bank, Nashville Branch Helmut’s Kaffehaus Country Kettle Mapes Furniture TRB Enterprises Clay’s Dinner Bell Clayton’s Auto Sales Powers Service Nashville Family Chiropractic Maple Valley Implement Kent Oil Company Maple Valley Concrete Products Wheeler Marine John Hildebrandt, M.D., P.C. Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 14, 1991 — Page 11 Lion junior high track team defeats Bellevue 90-33 The Jr. High Lady Lions are still running on all cylinders despite having several key performers sitting out due to injuries. Friday the team ran away from their guests from Bellevue, taking 13 of 15 events. The final score was Maple Valley 90, Bellevue 33. Holly Taylor remained unbeaten tor the year in both the 60 yard and 100 yard hurdles. She also won the high jump, finishing with a height of 4’6”. Nichole Kirwin also had a three-win afternoon. She won the 220 (30.89); long jump (13’1”) and anchored the winning 880 relay team. Other Lions winning events were Sarah Leep in the 2 mile in 13:33.43 (a new school record); Jody Mazurek in the shot put, 32’916” (season high); Samantha Ashley in the 880 (3:12.37), Kathryn Mur­ phy in the mile (6:17.8); Racheal Thompson in the 100 (13.62) and Jody Hickey in the 440 yard dash (1:16.86). The winning 880 relay team members were Kirwin, Nicole Reid, Kristi Priddy and Jackie Sealy. The winnng mile relay team members were Leep, Murphy, Hickey and Shannon Hoffman. Earlier in the week the boys and girls combined teams to Local scouts attend camp in Canada J1® Wtyfaui h ik. 'P te.va.'ai iKi il’sajtrt® ■bt bktkilllHdi Lm nanitara n«i Httnritirit ]bb WraaiOTpJart Elk rt iteCbsCSat gac fsciSit (feOM1** &n itM fcllii il ‘ jfcfraljs®1 L L utern^ frin^'1* gj fclfrlS^* £ Jfrjnf** Jf f * Boy Scouts of Nashville Troop No. 176 gathered May 3 to begin their trip to the seventh annual International Can-Am Camporee at the Attawandaron Reserve near Sar­ nia, Canada. Typically, the Camporee is attended by scouts from both Canada and America, this year numbering about 1,500. A wide variety of activities were offered for scouts of all ages. The activities involved scout crafts, pioneering, nature study and canoeing. These activities all ended at 4 p.m., when all camporee par­ ticipants gathered to watch a Civil War battle reenactment. Troop 176 Scouts also par­ ticipated in one unexpected activity, that of patch trading. The adult leaders of the troop provided each scout with four patches to trade. It was agreed that at the end ofthe day the youth leadership would decide who traded for the “best” patch and for the greatest number of patches. Willy Rooks won for the “befr” patch and Chris Baker traded his four patches for 13. Matt Fawley came in second with 10 patches. Those attending were Chris Baker, Josh Cerny, Matt Fawley, Shane Gillean, Jason Harmon, Trent Harvey, Sam Javor, Matt Knoll; Matt Mace, Ben Mudry, Dan Pot­ ter, Rudy Othmer, Willy Rooks, Brad Smock, David Stephens, Andy Swartz and David Taylor. Adult leaders were Russ Cerny, Mike Jarvor, Dave Mace, and Dale Ossenheimer. EWING WELL DRILLING , INC. 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(Call Garry) (N-354) CENTURY” HOME - TO APPRECIATE”!! Scouts pictured are.(from left, front) Shane Gillean, Matt Knoll, Matt Fawley, David Stephens, Dan Potter, (second row) Sam Javor, David Taylor, Andy Swartz, Willy Rooks, Brad Smock, Chris Baker, (third row) Jason Harmony, Matt Mace, Rudy Othmer, Ben Mudry, Trent Harvey and Josh Cerny. “TURN OF THE 3 bedroom, formal dining large living room floors, many y clos^jQ.nd . cupboards p. Above gi9<id pool. Maple Valley Schools. Tosee this elegant home — call "Jeri." (V-369) NORTHEAST OF VERMONTVILLE 4 'edroom, 2 story home, • garage, horse bare stalls plus p 12x22 w. shop building. Natural pond on the property. (F-375) ON 12 ACRES - School Lunch Menus NEAR FULLER ELEMENTARY • Goo<^^ < solid s older "starter" o' o'^^^tirement ^^tir ” home, 3 L-Ooms new win­ dows, vin^ n^ siding & roof in 1989. (N-360) NASHVILLE - Maplewood School Wednesday, May 15 Burrito, baked beans, pickle, peanut butter sand­ wich, applesauce. Thursday, May 16 Chicken nuggets, dip, potato chips, peas, pears. Friday, May 17 Bar-B-Que Pork on bun, com, french fries, peaches. Monday, May 20 Spaghetti-O’s and meat, com, peanut butter sandwich, pickles, peaches. Tuesday, May 21 Hamburger on bun, french fries, green beans, mixed fruit. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. Fuller St. School Wednesday, May 15 Meat sandwich, green beans, cherry surprise. Thursday, May 16 letapple Tacos/chips, tuce/cheese, spiced slices, jelly sandwich. We stock a complete Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, pineapple, butter sandwich. • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies MAPLE VALLEY 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE • Residential • Commercial • Farm line of ... Gabe Priddy and Holly Taylor combined for a silver medal in the high jump relay. In all, the Lions scored points in 8 of 15 events, and showed improvement over last years’ ninth place finish. Friday the Lions will travel to Olivet for the 1991 S.M.A.A. league meet. enter the Springport Co-Ed Relays. This year’s team finished fifth out of 12 team. The 44 points were just a shy of a third place trophy. One Lion team finished in first place and received gold medals. They were Murphy, Hoffman, Damon Patrick and John Baker. Friday, May 17 Monday, May 20 Spaghetti-O’s/meat, peas, peach, peanut butter sandwich. Tuesday, May 21 Fish sticks/sauce, cheese sticks, mashed potatoes, fruit jello, butter sandwich. ty/bun, *Com Dog, peas, pineapple, bread and butter. Monday, May 20 *Salad, *Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, butter, cherry sauce, bread and butter. Tuesday, May 21 *Salad, *Sloppy Jo/Bun, ♦Fishwich/bun, tri taters, peaches, roll and butter, ♦Salad Bar. If You Are Thinking off “Making a Change” BUYING or SELLING Please Give Us a Call! 80 ACRE FARM north of Nash­ ville, 2 story, 3 bedroom home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog barn, 36x48 basement barn. Maple Valley Schools. 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SAWA ER MONTH $ *11 QQO PER MONTH Many Good Used Lawn Tractors — In Stock — Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Wednesday, May 15 ♦Salad, *Pizza, cherry crisp. corn, Thursday, May 16 (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE ♦Salad, *Mac. and Cheese, ♦Tuna Sandwich, greenbeans, applesauce, roll and butter, ♦Salad Bar. Friday, May 17 ♦Salad, *Chicken Pat- Maple Valley Implement, Inc . ’FREIGHT AND PREP ADDITIONAL 738 E. Sherman St., Nashville, Ml 49073 Phone (517) 852-1910 SALE ENDS MAY 31, 1991 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 14, 1991 — Page 12 Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu, events set Wednesday, May 15 Meatloaf with gravy, baked potatoes, stewed tomatoes, bread, cake. Thursday, May 16 Spanish rice, winter blend, green beans, applesauce. Friday, May 17 Veal scallopine, mixed veg­ gies, mashed potatoes, bread, cookies. Monday, May 20 Chicken sauce’em, squash, asparagus, bread, fruit. Tuesday, May 21 Ground beef stew, com biscuits, applesauce. Events Wednesday, May 15 Hastings, Stan Pierce and his dulcimers; Delton, Lyle Siegreist; Nashville, blood pressure. Thursday, May 16 Nashville, bingo. Friday, May 17 - Nashville Stan Pierce and his dulcimers, birthday party, popcorn. Monday, May 20 Hastings, bingo and popcorn; Nashville, singalong with Millie Carrigan. Tuesday, May 21 - All sites puzzles. Copositing publication now available from Extension The Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service has a new, comprehensive publication on composting. It includes a description of the composting process, Maple Valley High Schools WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY,, MAY 14 • Varsity Baseball & Softball, Away, Climax/Scotts 4:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY, MAY 15 • J.V. Baseball, Home, Springport (DH), 4:00 p.m. • Freshman Baseball, Harper Creek (DH), Home, 4:00 p.m. THURSDAY,, MAY 16 • Welcome Back Seniors from Washington D.C., 9:00 p.m. FRIDAY, MAY 17 ’ • Var. Baseball, Away, Pennfield, 4:00 p.m. ’ • Jr. High Track, S.M.A.A. at Olivet, 3:30 p.m. • Jr. High Awards Assembly 5th & 6th Hours SATURDAY, MAY 18 • Varsity Baseball, Away, Colon, 12:00 • Var. Track, Away, Regionals, Bangor MONDAY, MAY 20 • J.V. Baseball, Away, Olivet, 4:30 p.m. methods of composting, making and maintaining a compost pile, using compost, and plans for constructing compost bins. The publication is $6.50 per copy and is available at the Extension office. Composting is the oldest method for recovering resources through recycling. It is the natural process by which organic matter decays into a dark, rich and crumbly substance called humus, which makes an excellent soil conditioner. Vermontville sale brings out bargain-hunters Devon Durkee was cashier Saturday morning at the Vermontville Chamber of Commerce yard sale. The fund-raiser was held at the rear of Vermontville Hardware, and is the first of two such events planned by the organization this season. Householders throughout the village also conducted sales Saturday as part of the Chamber-sponsored activity. County Extension Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: May 14 - 4-H Mandatory Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds. May 16 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. May 18 - 4-H Beef and Sheep Workshop, 10 a.m.-noon, (hot dog roast to follow — bring a dish to pass) fairgrounds, Hastings. May 20 - 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds, Hastings. The Serving our Country James L. Friddle Air Force Staff Sgt. James L. Friddle, a munitions systems specialist, has arrived for duty at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Friddle is the son of Merrill L. Friddle on Rural Route 1, Burr Oak, and Patricia Cook of 930 N. Main, Nashville. His wife, Vicki, is the daughter of Anthony Mott of 2613 Bellevue Highway, Olivet. He is a 1982 graduate of Lakewood High School. PAUL BELL Hometown Card with Worldwide Acceptance You can get the convenience of credit around town or around the world, with no annual fee, backed by a bank right here in your own hometown. Bunk MEMBER FDIC — Hastings (Middleville Bellevue Nashville Caledonia Wayland 945-2401 * 795-3338 * 763-9418 * 852-0790 * 891-0010 * 792-6201 ...for earning your Associates Degree in Science from Kellogg Community College on May 16. Paul received the Outstanding Award in Physics and a certificate for High Scholastic Achievement 4.0 on May 5. We’re proud of you Paul and are excited about your acceptance at the University of Michigan and know that you will excell in your chosen field of Electrical Engineer­ ing. Mom & Dad Sisters, and Family Kim, Pam & Valerie and Grandparents Something To ThinkAbout DAVID D. ROSIER DIRECTOR AFRAID TO SAY WRONG THING Many quite close and caring friends avoid a family which has suffered a loss, or keep . silent about their feelings, for fear “of saying the wrong thing.” To begin with, this is not an unusual reaction. Often it is because individuals have not come to terms with their own sentiments about death. Beacause they are unsure of their feelings, they are afraid their words will come out all mixed-up. Try not to worry. There is one “right” attitude toward death and grief. Besides, many people are as confused and ambivalent about it as you may be. In fact, it would not be amiss to share your concerns. It might even open the door for family members to express their own doubts and feelings. The important thing is to be with them, and to show that you care. It is very rare that an honest display of humanity will be. resented and misunderstood. Absence or silence, on the other hand, might be. ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-05-21.pdf f50cabce7fab5c7d11779b1696e85a21 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY .121-S. 121-S. Church St HASTINGS, Mll 49058-1893 12/30/99 Hastings Public Library 121 S, Church Street Hastings, MI. 49058 F 4POS8 ne Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49O5p P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 43 — Tuesday, May 21, 1991 M.V. voters asked to override 'Headlee Amendment* by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A public relations campaign may be necessary to explain a June 10 school election pro­ posal to voters. That was the consensus of Maple Valley Board of Education members at their regular meeting last Monday. The measure will ask voters to approve levy of the max­ imum authorized millage rate in 1991 without the reduction required in Michigan’s socalled Headlee Amendment. That law calls for a rollback of millage if the rate of increase in property assessments in the district exceeds the annual rate of inflation in the cost of living. “Headlee is not easy to ex­ plain, but it is explainable,’’ said Dr. Ozzie Parks, superintendent of schools. “It’s not that we’re gaining anything (if voters approve the measure), it’s only thatt we don’t lose.” Honors Night set at Maple Valley Maple Valley will honor many of its high school students for academic ex­ cellence, outstanding work, and contributions made during the 1990-91 school year tonight at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Scholarships, recognition for service, and awards for at­ tendance, citizenship, and scholastic achievement will be presented during the evening. Many teachers have con­ tributed to the organization of the Honors Night activities. Ward Rooks and Carol Satterly will act as master and mistress of ceremonies. Awards will be distributed by Gary St. Onge and Manny Smith. A formal reception, which will follow the awards presentations, has been organized by teachers Linda Johnson, Lucy Martin, Judy Hager, Norma Acker, Marge Wolff, Sharlot Sours and Terri Lake. Teacher Jerry Reese, student Rachelle Cheeseman and secretary Judy Laurie have been in­ strumental in the organization of the awards ceremonies. National Honor Society members will be acting as ushers. The evening is open to the public. The school district stands to lose more than $52,000 if voters fail to approve the Headlee override because it also would result in a cutback in state aid received by Maple Valley. “It’s really a double hit when you have a Headlee rollback,” noted Parks. Preliminary figures presented to the board by Parks show that the state equalized valuation (SEV) of properties in the local school district jumped an average of approximately 8 percent in the past year, while die Consumer Price Index rose only 5.4 per­ cent. Eaton County properties showed an increase of about 4 percent; those in Barry Coun­ ty went up more than 13 percent. Rejection of the Headlee override on the June 10 ballot would mean that Maple Valley’s current millage rate of29.01 would drop to 28.69, said Parks. The board expressed con­ cern that legal wording of the proposal could mislead voters into believing they are being asked for a tax increase. There is no mention of Headlee in the ballot language approved by state. “Without the word Headlee, it is going to be very confusing to them," said Maplewood Principal David Doozan. He suggested that the name be added in parentheses. Trustee John Krolik said the board should “attempt to clarify it for voters” with a comprehensive public rela­ tions campaign, citing in par­ ticular, use of the Maple Valley News. The board agreed, 4-2, that the proposal should appear on the ballot with the explanation (Headlee), if this can be cleared by school attorneys. Several board members stressed the importance of voter approval of the measure. “If we don’t (approve the override) now, with the (recently-approved property tax) freezes and everything, we will be in trouble down the road,” predicted Trustee Harold Stewart. In another issue that pro­ mpted considerable board debate, the panel voted to meet this week with represen­ tatives of a Holland-based ar­ chitectural firm for preliminary advice on school expansion options. The need for added classroom space has been acknowledged by the board, and a Building and Site Study Committee made up of more than a dozen community citizens has been meeting weekly to hash out possible solutions. These range from See Voters, on page 3 Governor John Engler charms Nashville Village residents Among local officials on hand to welcome the governor were Village President Ray Hinckley (center) and Pro Tern Ted Spoelstra. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Michigan Governor John Engler received what he call­ ed “an impressive country welcome” when he stopped for a brief visit in Nashville Friday morning, en route to a Hastings meeting. On hand to greet him were about 40 state, county and village dignitaries and local business people. Fifth- and sixth-graders from Kellogg School also came as a group to wave a “Welcome” banner to the Republican governor. He spent several minutes chatting with the children and signing autographs. After the initial welcome in front of Nashville’s village hall, the governor’s party, of­ ficials and others retired to St. Cyril Parish Hall on Maple Street for refreshments ofcof­ fee and rolls. As Engler entered the hall he received a round of ap­ plause from local business people gathered there to meet him. The governor was accom­ panied by Meg E. Niemann, his community affairs representative, and other aides. State officials on hand for the event were Senator Jack Welborn and Rep. Robert Bender. “I’ve always had a real af­ fection for towns like this,” Engler told the crowd at the parish hall. The governor noted that of­ ficials in small towns “know how to stretch a dollar,-'” something, he added, that “has got to be our focus in Lansing.” Engler, who took office in January, cited the half-billion dollar budget deficit Michigan faced in its last fiscal year. See Governor, on page 2 Seconds after alighting from his car, Gov. Engler purchased a "Buddy" Poppy from William Nichols of the local VFW Post, who was waiting on the corner. In This Issue... • Kellogg students ‘tour’ Mexican cities • Students score high on MEAP tests • M.V. students take part in Eaton math competition �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1991 — Page 2 Governor Engler visits Nashville, from front page _ Kellogg fifth- and sixth-graders gathered near Central Park for a chance to see the governor. Dr. Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley Superintendent, had a chance to visit with Gov. Engler as they walked to the parish hall. “Government has to live within its means,” said Engler. “We must give tax­ payers a better return on their dollar.” He said the state must make sure that expenditures fit the income. Engler, who hails from Beal City, a small rural Isabella County town near Mt. Plea- Maple Valley Athletic Boosters S BINGO 5I MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M = Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 ■ IIIIIIIINIIlBSlBIIIIHIIIiaflA sant, said he enjoyed getting out into rural communities, “getting off the expressways and talking to people who are hard-working people.” The governor arrived in Nashville in a sedan, but for the trip to Hastings he boarded the bus that had carried Barry County officials to the Nashville gathering. Engler was enroute to an informal meeting with Republicans at Hastings when he made the Nashville stop. Barry County officials on the bus included Judy Peter­ son, county coordinator; Nan­ cy Boersma, clerk; Sandy Schondelmayer, register of deeds; Robert Shaffer, drain commissioner; Dale Crowley, prosecutor; David Wood, sherriff; and Commissioners Ethel Boze, Ted McKelvey and Orvin Moore. Local officials on hand to greet the governor included Village President Ray Hin­ ckley; Pro Tem Ted Spoelstra; Trustees Carol Jones Dwyer and Forrest Burd; Village Clerk Rose Heaton; Village Treasurer Lois Elliston; and Village Assessor Justin Cooley, who also is Castleton Township Supervisor. Several individuals present for the event took the oppor­ tunity to briefly “bend the governor’s ear” about particular problems. Heaton presented him with a packet of letters written by local people voicing various concerns, and the governor spent several minutes outside the hall talking to a delegation of four complainants. But there appeared to be more compliments than com- Legal Aid representative to be in Nashville May 29 The Barry County Commis­ sion on Aging has announced that a representative of the Legal Aid Bureau of Southwestern Michigan will be available to consult with senior citizens at the Nashville Masonic Temple Wednesday, May 29, from 9 a.m. to noon. The temple’s building is located at 301 Main St. in Nashville. Senior citizens who have questions about legal matters are urged to use the free ser- arly plaints from the crowd in general. Many individuals took time to tell the governor they feel he is doing a good job, and numerous favorable comments were heard about Engler’s sincere and friendly manner. vice, which is funded through the Area Agency on Aging — Region DI. Those who want to stay for lunch are asked to phone the Commission on Aging at 948-4856 before noon Tues­ day, May 28. Lunch will in­ clude tuna casserole, peas, carrots, cake and milk, A $1 donation is suggested for each meal. The Commission on Aging is a United Way-funded agency. ■ DEADLINES I ■ ■ ■ As a result of Memorial Day, the CLASS OF ... DEADLINE FOR DISPLAY ADVERTISING 91\ for the May 28th issue will be ... THURSDAY, MAY 23 at 5:00 P.M. CLASSIFIED DEADLINE ■ FRIDAY, MAY 24 at 5:00 P.M. GRADS OF '91 LOOK YOUR BEST stop at ... I THE VILLAGE HAIR PORT Kellogg fifth- and sixth-graders were delighted when Gov. Engler walked over to chat with them and sign a few autographs. Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass ......... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ......10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship...... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship....... .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting ........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School :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 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........ 1 1 a.m. P.M.’Worship........... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................... p.m: REV. ALAN METTLER 470 E. Main, Vermontville, Ml • 726-0257 • Some Evenings by Appt. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 1:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School .....11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vz mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service ........... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1991 — Page 3 Voters asked to override Headlee Amendment, expanding present buildings to construction of a new middle school. “We’ve got to a point where we have to have expert advice,*’ said Trustee Charles Viele Sr., a member of the study comittee. He and Dr. Parks recently did con­ siderable investigative groundwork, contacting five area architectural firms and visiting some of their recent school projects before recom­ mending the board consult GNB of Holland. Parks suggested that ar­ chitects meet with the study committee to explore methods of updating and expanding facilities. But Trustee Ronald Tobias questioned what this consultation might cost. Stewart, also a study com­ mittee member, said no more than $6,000 would be spent for consultation until millage for a proposed expansion plan is approved by voters. He said professional advice is needed. “Nobody on the committee is an expert,” noted Stewart. Viele agreed that the pro­ blem ofovercrowding must be dealt with, saying, “We’ve got to do something sooner or later.” Maple Valley’s present bond issue for the junior­ senior high school, built in 1965, will be paid off next $10,883 from Valley School year. Supply for minor routine It was decided that GNB ar- classroom supplies for the chitects should meet with the 1991-92 school year. Valley’s study committee for an hour was the lowest of three bids before a session with the received. board at 8 p.m. May 20. — Reviewed copies of a In other business, the Maple Valley Crisis Response program formulated by school board: — Raised the adult admis- counselors Judy Hager and sion to varsity games from $2 Kris Green. The plan outlines to $3 for the upcoming school how the school staff will resyear, while leaving student pond to emotional needs of admission at $2. Also approv- students should a death by aced was a $70 annual family cident or suicide occur within pass and a $40 annual punch the student body or teaching pass, which can be used by an staff. individual or a group for ad— Heard a report from mission to 20 varsity games teacher Sandy Briggs about during the school year. the successful Maple Valley — Tabled a request by sixth-grade camp conducted Athletic Director Bill Rivest recently at Mystic Lake near for a combined total of about Farwell. Maplewood and $4,000 annually to pay Kellogg students enjoyed volunteer coaches, who three days of camping acpresently receive no compen­ sation. He said the money would have to come from the school’s general fund because there is no money for it in the athletic budget. — Decided to dispose of five school buses by advertis­ ing for bids on three 1978 models and two 1979s. Accor­ ding to Pat Powers, acting director of transportation, this will leave the district with three “spares.” — Approved a bid of continued from front tivities, including tree plan­ ting, canoeing, orienteering, bird watching, lake study and trail survival. The camp is an annual outing financed by stu­ dent fund-raisers, organizational donations and contribu­ tions by the campers’ families. — Agreed that the entire board will participate in Maple Valley’s high school graduation ceremony June 2. In the past, only two board representatives normally were on stage to hand out diplomas, but the platform will be enlarged this year to accom­ modate all seven members. — Agreed to postpone the next regular meeting of the board from June 10 to June 17 to allow more time for preparation of the 1991-92 school budget. Barry County Extension ^Calendar of Events j June 1 - 4-H Leaders Speed Horse Show, 10 a.m., fairgrounds, Hastings. June 3 - MAEH Council, 2 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. June 5 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. June 6 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. June 8 - 4-H Rabbit Show (entries due 8 a.m. — show starts at 9 a.m.), Barry County fairgrounds. June 8 - 4-H Leaders Open Show, fairgrounds, Hastings. June 9 - Bridles and Bits Open Show, fairgrounds, Hastings. June 12 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. June 15 - 4-H Horse Point Show, fairgrounds, Hastings. June 17-20 - College Week — Michigan State University (Brochures at the Extension Office). June 19 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. June 19-21 - 4-H Exploration Days, MSU, East Lansing. Opportunity Knocking WITH AN EQUITY LOAN FROM EATON FEDERAL RIGHT NOW IS AN OPPORTUNE TIME TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR AFFORDABLE HOME EQUITY LOAN. PUT THE MONEY YOU’VE PAID INTO YOUR HOME TO USE, AND STILL DEDUCT THE INTEREST. TO LEARN MORE, JUST GIVE US A CALL! (01 Nashville teacher honored Sue Doozan, Chapter I math teacher at Fuller Elementary school, has been honored for her "outstanding service and dedication" to Chapter I math and reading programs. She was awarded a pla­ que by the Association of Compensatory Education Directors for a 10-county region of southern Michigan in recognition of her role in coordinating state pro­ grams. The presentation at last week's school board meeting was made by Dr. Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley Superintendent. • Short Term Medical Bonding • Teddy Bear Life Insurance Policy • E & 0 Insurance TOBIAS MASON Insurance Agency — FREE QUOTES — 852-2005 • Dick Tobias Eaton Federal FDIC INSURED FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1991 — Page 4 Plans for Memoriald Day offered, school's year end was news in 1925 The close ofthe school year for rural schools, county ex­ ams for seventh and eighth graders, and planning the upcoming Memorial Day service were topics of interest in Nashville 66 years ago today. The following items ap­ peared in The Nashville News of May 21, 1925: Local News — Memorial Day will be fittingly observed in Nashville. The Village Coun­ cil has appointed Trustees Marshall and Menno Wenger and the Community Club has named George C. Deane and the Rev. G. A. Osborne as a committee on arrangements. It is requested that Nashville business places be closed from 10 a.m. to noon during the services. The committee is making arrangements for an out-of-town speaker; — Friday closed the school year at the Feighenr District. A program and refreshments were enjoyed by a large crowd, there being 112 pre­ sent. Mrs. Blanche McPeck will return for the coming school year. — (Martin Comers) School closed the past week with a picnic dinner and program at the schoolhouse Saturday. Miss Flossie Gillespie, who has taught the school suc­ cessfully the past two years, expects to attend the Western State Normal at Kalamazoo the coming year. Mrs. Pearl Stinchcomb has been engaged as teacher for the coming year. — (Dayton Comers) Miss C. Gladys Miller closed two successful years of school in the Shores District Saturday with a picnic dinner and, on account of the rain, the ballgame could not be finish­ ed. But all enjoyed a good time. The district presented Miss Miller with a beautiful pocket book...Those from the Shores District who wrote the seventh and eighth grade ex­ ams at Hastings Thursday and Friday were Burr Phillips, Von Rasey, Roy Furlong, Glen Early, Mary Early, Thelma Kennedy and Mildred Dillenbeck. — (Kalamo) Dorma Cronk took the seventh grade and James Ripley the eighth grade examination at Bellevue last week. They were from the South Kalamo School.. .Wednesday evening the members of the K.D.C. are meeting at the home of Will Justus for a little farewell party for their co-worker, Miss Esther Dull, whose school closes next week Wednesday, when she will return to Nashville. She plans on taking a Normal course of a year...Wednesday the 27th will be closing day for the South School, on which day they will enjoy a picnic in Bennett Park and invite friends to come and enjoy it with them. — (Southwest Maple Grove) Several seventh and eighth graders took the ex­ aminations Thursday and Friday. — (Four Comers) Miss Kate Curtis will close a very successful year of school in the Evans District, with a pic­ nic dinner for the kiddies and a program for the parents Fri­ day, May 22. — (Kalamo) Irene Rolfe, Mabel Pitinger, Edward Keehne and Delbert Hall took the seventh grade and Marguerita Burchett and Marion Shield the eighth grade exams from the Swift School last week. — (North Castleton) It froze Sunday night, and the hard frost of nearly a week ago surely will tell on the ear­ ly fruit. — (Maple Grove) Planting com is the order of the day, and the rain came very accep- table Saturday. — (John Wesley’s Comers) Thomas Mason is erecting a nice house on his farm, west of the Mason Schoolhouse, which will be occupied by his son, John and wife. — (West Maple Grove) Clyde Walton has his house moved back and is beginning his new house. — (North Castleton) Tor­ rence Townsend has a new Ford sedan. He also has a roadster for his son Paul to use. Homer Rowlader and family are also enjoying a new car. — (Southwest Maple Grove) A son, George Wesley, was bom to Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Cheeseman May 13, at Pennock Hospital. Clyde Cheeseman visited his wife and son at the hospital Sunday and his mother at Nashville. — (Kalamo) Mrs. Carrie Graves came Friday with bag and baggage for the summer. She came down from St. Johns with the Rev. and Mrs. Northrop, with whom she had been visiting for a few days. — Nashville residents were saddened Wednesday noon to learn that Mrs. C. A. Hough had suffered a severe stroke of apoplexy at her home on State Street. Mrs. Hough has been in poor health for some time, but her condition was not con­ sidered serious, and the sud­ den stroke was a decided shock to her many friends. At the time we go to press, she was still reported in an un­ conscious state, so that the ex­ act extent of her affliction could not be ascertained, but hopes are entertained that she may survive the attack. — The Hunt Stock Com­ pany arrived in Nashville to­ day, Thursday, for a threeday engagment. As a special feature on the opening night one lady and one gentleman or At Nashville s school a straw vote taken in May 1925 resulted in a close decision to stay on Central Standard time. Parents wayelrieghat sSkaevdingtos teimxperewsass tthheenir a SnCet°n ba^°°tS b"ou9ht b"°me students*. Daylight Savings time was then srhnl P u?°Puted Wi" rather than b* the state large. This 1902 of Maple Vol?eny”ahXls'On S'"”’ ’"s d°W" *,he ”60s °"er ,he ,ormoH°" Students at Feighner School, northwest of Nashville, celebrated the end of the school year in 1925 with a program and refreshments. More than 100 were in at­ tendance at the event, to which families and friends were invited. Feighner students of some 15 years earlier are seen with their teacher in this March 4, 1910, photo. two ladies will be admitted with each paid adult ticket, 35 cents. You are urged to attend the opening play, “Little Miss Light Fingers,” from the pen of Robert J. Sherman. — (Quailtrap) Quite a hard frost around this comer. Hope for warmer weather soon. — George S. Marshall reports that somebody took a barrel of cider vinegar from his back porch one night last week. George says he would appreciate it ifthey would br­ ing back the barrel. — Mrs. Charles Cruso entertained the Bethany Class last Friday afternoon. The blocks were finished for the quilt they are piecing and other sewing was done. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Dull. — J. E. Lake of this place, and his brother, E. D., of Vermontville, returned home the latter part of the week from Fennville, where they had been the past five weeks, grafting fruit trees. The two brothers are now busy graf­ ting trees in this locality. — Mr. and Mrs. John E. Taylor were at E. A. Camp­ bell’s in West Benton, Sun­ day. Mrs. Campbell was taken to the Christian Service Hospital at Charlotte and was operated on Sunday for the removal of gall stones by Dr. Campbell, a specialist from Grand Rapids, and is doing very nicely. The ladies are sisters. — Tom Powers of West Benton has bought the old Dr. Young farm near the Scipio, northeast oftown, but will not take possession until next spr­ ing. Mr. Powers’ niece and husband, Mr. and Mrs. George Matthews, expect to occupy the farm this year. Mrs. Matthews came from Ireland only six months ago, and she and Mr. Matthews were married last week. — Miss Bertine Deller drove through from Detroit Saturday as far as Charlotte, where she was met by her mother, Mrs. Henrietta Deller of this place. Together with Mrs. Goldah Packard, John Everts and Mrs. Hugh Green and son Harrison, the party spent the day in Homer with Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Everts, who have recently started a restaurant at that place. Miss Deller returned home with her mother in the evening for over Sunday. — The C.C. Class of the Evangelical Church was very pleasantly entertained at the home of their president, Miss Edith Fleming, Monday after­ noon. After transacting the business of the meeting, con­ sisting of election of officers, etc., all enjoyed a social ses- sion, talking over various ideas, and a photo was taken of the class. Fine and dainty refreshments were served, cafeteria style. All returned to their homes, looking forward with pleasure to the the next meeting June 12 with Mrs. John Snore and Mrs. Chris Marshall as entertainers. Officers elected were: president, Edith Fleming; vice president, Mrs. John Snore; secretary, Miss Jessie Lute; rec. secretary, Mrs. W. D. Feighner; treasurer, Mrs. Mae Northrup; flower committee, Mrs. Sam Marshall and Mrs. Emma Wilkinson. — Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Tuttle, Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Wotring and Mr. and Mrs. Von W. Fumiss were at Hastings Monday evening, invited guests of Congressman and Mrs. J. C. Ketcham to attend a program put on by the Olivet orchestra at the M. E. church ofthat place, under the auspices of the Hastings Brotherhood. The party report an excellent time. — Nashville has another garage. Earl VanAlstine opened his new South Side garage on South Main Street Monday, and is now fully prepared to meet every need in his line. He has a splendid new cement building, 24x36, properly equipped with modem tools, a drill press, battery recharger, free air tank, and a gasoline filling station. He will also carry a full line of tires, tubes and car accessories. Mr. VanAlstine has had several years of experience in the garage business, and his ven­ ture into business for himself is not entirely new to him. He is prepared to make a speciality of washing, oiling and greasing cars, which will be good news to car owners. Earl has employed the services of Sumner Hartwell to assist him with the work. — In the finals of the state high school music contest at Mt. Pleasant Friday, the Greenville Girls’ Glee Club took first honors, with Eaton Rapids second and Ithaca third. The result is of special interest to Nashville1 folks through the fact that two ofthe glee clubs are under the in­ struction of former residents of this village. Mrs. Mae Scarvell, who teaches music in the Greenville schools, held a like position in the local schools for several terms about 20 years ago, and Mrs. Leia Roe resigned her position as instructor in music here a year ago and joined the Ithaca teaching corps. Both are thoroughly competent teachers, and the success of their charges in the state contest is pleasant news to their many friends in the village. — The result of the straw vote taken by the pupils ofthe public school last week in regard to changing the school from Central Standard to Eastern Standard time showed a slight majority in favor of remaining on the present schedule. This should not be taken as a true expression of the sentiment in regard to Daylight Savings time, however, as the ballots referred only to the school and did not cover the villagee in general. Out of 183 ballots sent out, 142 had been returned Monday and the count stood: Central Standard, 72; Eastern Standard, 65. Five other votes were cast in favor of Eastern time, with the provision that the change afreet the entire community. Remember... Monday, May 27 We will fill your — URNS — • Fresh Flowers • Urns • Liners • Arrangements Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily mu..ejd a �The Maple Valley News. Nashville Tuesday. May 21. 1991 — Page Knoll - Starring plan June 27 wedding Bob and Judy Starring of Vermontville announce the engagement of their daughter. Beth, to Doug Knoll, ton of Jim and Delores Knoll of Nashville. Beth is a graduate of M a pie Valley High School and Kellogg Community College She is a dental hygienist at Dr Nashville Red Cross blood drive is May 29 Curtis office in Charlotte Doug it a graduate of Maple Valley High School and Western Michigan Universi­ ty. He is employed at CATA in Lansing. A July 27 wedding is being planned at the First Congrega­ tional Church in Vermontville. The Barry County Chapter of the American Red Cross wil1 conduct a blood drive in Nashville from 12:30 to 6:15 p m Wednesday. May 29. at the United Methodist Com­ munity House. “Come out and show your support.*’ urges local chairperson Sue Fawley. “Your Hood is in greater de­ mand during the summer Obituaries Ruth I. Chaffee "Im. M &llW K? s *| !Wta,a,»»nn ^*a a ftitotykkZ; y; Pt "<»■ * t » l“it 't*oA AtoL, s Ki S S** ffe* lw 1 unarms *||^^h ||^^hir ■w Mi ttiiudt । Rk fchilkiai Mi iihpika*1 Mtti|tainikil Hat? mtaiik^ rtyrepoti -IkoiifcB I nktfohhpyita s ata pti: riri hl m I Mlp. rttoptto tn Cal Ki Ufa EmMita ^1**'*' iHnBRi*!" mrt S|k^L*. JZ^,kA HASTINGS - Ruth I. Chaf­ ings; two daughters, Shirley fee, 67 of 1208 East Quimby Shade and Cindy Briggs both Road, Hastings, passed away of Hastings; nine grandchil­ Tuesday, May 14, 1991 at her dren, four great grandchildren; residence. three sisters, Martha Thomp­ Mrs. Chaffee was born on son ofHastings, Nancy Yelkin of Wall, South Dakota, Mayme March 15, 1924 in Kennan, Wisconsin, the daughter of Buckallew ofKalamazoo; four James and Myrtle (Heacock) brothers, Raymond Rider of Rider. She was raised in Hastings, Charles Rider of Wisconsin and Hastings and Newaygo, James Rider of attended schools there. Scottsville and Frank Rider of She was married to Shirley Middleville; many nieces and Keith Chaffee on April 14, nephews. 1944 and has lived at her Graveside services were present address for the past 25 held Friday, May 17 at Hast­ years. ings Township Cemetery with She was employed at Hast­ Pastor Michael J. Anton ings Manufacturing Company officiating. for about four years and 10 Memorial contributions years at the Thornapple may be made to Cancer Socie­ Manor, retiring in 1980. ty or Good Samaritan Hospice Mrs. Chaffee is survived by of Barry County. her husband, Shirley Keith; Arrangements were made two sons, Richard Rider, by the Wren Funeral Home, Thomas Chaffee both of Hast- Hastings. Troy Allen Boise NASHVILLE - Troy Allen Boise, 20, 6355 Thornapple Lake Road, Nashville passed away Wednesday, May 15, 1991 at Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids due to injuries of an auto accident. Troy was bom March 5, 1971 in Battle Creek, the son of Roy and Carolyn (Farkas) Boise. He was raised in the Nashville and Vermontville areas. He attended Maple Valley High School. He was employed at Klein Construction Company. Before that at Pizza Hut and Burger King in Hastings. He attended the Nashville Assembly of God and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Troy is survived by his 25 *u^Bir '*««*«<*; calf I* •“•'“* Barry County COM lunch menu and coming events 5® toik- And Trust 100 Funeral Prearrangetnent is one of those plans that makes a of sense. Particularly whe our friends told us how ei it is. Educational report meeting planned for June 4 The Maple Valley Junior­ parents, Roy and Carolyn Senior High School ImproveBoise, Nashville; three ment team invites parents and brothers, John of Bath, Jim of interested community Charlotte and Tim at home; members to its first annual five sisters, Cathy Tyler, Kim Educational Report Tuesday, Dixon, both of Illinois, Lisa June 4, from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Bowe of Maryland, Tammy high school auditorium. The meeting will highlight Robinson of Nashville and Tina Boise of Mason; grandpa­ accomplishments of the rents, Robert and Faye Ballard school improvement planning of Nashville; an uncle, Ray process for the 1990-91 Boise of Nashville; many school year. Components such as the friends, especially, Carrie. Funeral services were held junior-senior high core curSaturday, May 18 at the Maple riculum, student achievement Valley Chapel-Gcnther Funer- and parent conference paral Home with Reverend Robert ticipation will be presented. Taylor officiating. Burial was Thisz open public meeting in Riverside Cemetery, will be held annually at the Bellevue. close of each school year. Memorial contributions may be made to the Troy Boise Memorial Fund. We’re making lots of plans for the future. All it took was a phone call. We liked what we heard. So we each made a Trust 100 Prearrangement. It just makes sense to plan ahead. 'Trust® Funeral Pre arrangement Centers Pray funeral Home, Jnc. Family Serving Families Since 1923 401 W. Seminary St., Charlotte. MI (517) 543-2950 Graduation” Lightning hits tree, house at Nashville During a briefthunderstorm last Thursday evening, lightn­ ing struck a tree on the east side of State Street near the in­ tersection of Washington Street in Nashville, causing some damage According to Sgt. Gene Koetje of the Nashville Police Department, the lightning girdled the tree, then ap­ parently traveled along the ground to strike the side of the house at 205 Washington St. This left two holes in the siding and broke two win­ dows. No one inside the house, occupied by John Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 22 Roast turkey, mashed potatoes, broccoli, dressing, baked apples. Thursday, May 23 Chuck roast, Italian blend, parsley potatoes, bread, cookies. Friday, May 24 Macaroni and cheese, beets, asparagus, pudding. Monday, May 27 Holiday. Tuesday, May 28 Swiss steak, gravy, potatoes, spinach, bread, fruit. Events Wednesday, May Nashville, Pete Dull and his music; Hastings. Matinee. Thursday. May 23 Nashville. Bingo. Friday. May 24 - Nashville, Pete Dull and his music: Woodland. Dr. Flohr on the aging eye. Monday. May 27 - Holiday. Tuesday, May 28 - All sites puzzles. Sprague, was injured, accor­ ding to Koetje. "I’ve never seen anything like this,” noted the police chief. “The lightning even took some of the bark from the tree and carried it to the house and deposited it on the window sill. The strike peeled bark from the tree and singed grass along its route to the house. The incident happened at about 8 p.m. months.” Faw ley notes that one pint of blood can help several peo­ ple or save just one person. At the last Red Cross blood drive in Nashville in March. 49 pints were collected. The gml for next week’s event is 60 pints. “We hope the public will help us fill this goal.” says Fawley. Get ready a,, by looking y/ your best. Styles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville WALK-INS WELCOME STANTON'S •Approx. 117 acres with approx. 23 acres of timber •4 bedroom home •Pole barn (F-50) •Land contract terms 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE Open Tues, thru Fri. (517)726-0181 t44 5OUTH J1KCI WFlOnt'ALC. NCHtG*! 49096 mmwc (517) 852-1717 •Lovely remodeled and redecorated home with 4-6 bedrooms •Wrap-around enclosed front porch, rear deck overlooking fenced and landscaped yard Super kitchen, paved drive, garage Priced to sell ot $59,900! 11 (N-7B) BACK ON THE MARKET! 'Very good 3 bedroom home on approx. 2 'Barn excellent location 'Priced al $59,900 (CH-105) •Five bedroom home with 1 '/> baths •Newly redecorated and ready to move Infol •Nice slate, enclosed front porch, bay window (N-77) NEW LISTINGS! •PRICE REDUCED! •Only $39,900 for this two bedroom home al Thornapple Lake •Screened porch, newer seawall •Nice lot (M-36) •Land contract terms! •Four bedroom home with living and family rooms •Approx. 10 acres of land •Large garage (CH-107) •Nice country property! 1-96. 3 parcels of vacant land of approx. 20 acres each. Rolling land. Lakewood School District. Land contract terms. 1-97. Approx. 33 acres of vacant land with approx. 31 tillable. Located at Clarksville village limits. Land contract terms. * Approx. 20 acres of land with large pond •Two berths, family room and living room, all ached garage (CH-106) •Deck overlooking pond! TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION Wed., May 29,1991 • 12 Noon APPROX. 38 ACRES WITH TWO-STORY HOME and barn located south of Bellevue, close to expressway OPEN HOUSE: Wednesday, May 22 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. Coll for o flyer — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe AMarje Andrews 852-0712 Chris Stanton 5434)598 Cindy Doolittle 7264)605 Bob Gardner 7264)331 ■MMihI TiBlrfU)******* Katty Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1991 — Page 6 Kellogg Elementary students 'tour' four Mexican cities J-Ad Graphics News Service A quick trip through four Mexican cities was enjoyed by Kellogg Elementary students Friday afternoon. The educational and enter­ taining tour took place in the school gymnasium; travel ar­ rangements were by Sandy Brigg’s sixth-graders. For the second annual Mex­ ican event, the room was divided into sections represen­ ting four different Mexican cities: Acapulco, Cancun, Ti­ juana and Mexico City. At each station, activities native to the country were demonstrated by Briggs’ sixth-graders. These included performing the Mexican hat dance, staging a bullfight, playing J’ai A’lai, holding a Mexican kite flying contest and breaking a pinata. Typical Mexican foods, including tacos, nachos with cheese and salsa, jalepeno peppers and Mexican punch, were served. The host students wore traditional Mexican attire, including serapes and sombreros, and spoke some Spanish. These two young senoritas are Tara Stewart, tour guide, and Jennifer Gardner, mayor, of Acapulco. Matt Pennington was dressed in traditional Mexican attire, including serape and sombrero. Each city had its own “tour guide’’ to explain the history and other facts about each place to the “travelers.” On cue, groups of students moved from city to city within the gym, so that all had an op­ portunity to experience the various activities at the four points. Each town also had a mayor, played by a sixth grader. Preparing tacosffor visitors to Mexico was the job of Dana Hamilton, stationed at Tijuana. GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY Quality Products GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY Fabric Bandages Enteric Coated Aspirin Assorted 20’s Fabric Strips S Compare to J&J ENTERIC COATED ASPIRIN-..... 7---.--—­ T A H ITI 110 TAHITI n11s 0 K A M . ucN ARTHRITIS GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY Vitamin GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY Lip Balm C 15 oz. 500 mg. 250’s $449 Compare to Ecotrin nr NATIONAL^ Compare pare BRAND QiiriUlij GOOD PHARMACY ALCOHOL Prep Swabs X AFFORDABLE -•PRICES-^ Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 852*9192 111 N. Main, Nashville $1 89 Compare to Dexatrim CAPLETS Chapet Aspridrox Tablets 100’s $099 Compare to Ascription Compare > M ACE^HARMACY OURS: 9 o.mk to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 219 Main St., Nashville PRICES GOOD FOR 31 DAYS The Mirrors image” eBeuii sjojjfiAi aux*. Diet Caplets Aloe Vera Gel ana oavei REDKEN Maximum Strength 20’s GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY Compare to Solarcaine Graduation Time" GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY 8 oz. “At Mexico City, we had an election and the president made a speech,” said Briggs. In that city the children also had constructed a bank. At Cancun there was a tourist hotel and an open-air market. The event ties in with recent social studies about Mexico, and helped all Kellogg students learn more about natural resources, products and customs of that country. . 100’s Compare to B-D Dan Leep and Cody Ayars performed the Mexican hat dance at the city of Acapulco. Ph. 852-0845 /I I dedicated to 'PettsonaP. and । Sincene Senvice 517-566-8141 «H tj i 193 Jackson St. Sunfield, Michigan Serving All Faiths Serving Sunfield and surrounding area David D. Rosier - Funeral Director - �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1991 — Page 7 Eaton 'Earth Care Fair' focuses On 'bats' Participants in the Earth Care Fair May 11, sponsored by the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice, had an opportunity to learn about bats and their mosquito feeding habits. John Texture, Barry-Eaton Health Department, explained that bats respond to man-made housing in much the same way as birds. Unfortunately, they also respond to houses and Annual Lions Club calendar now in works Nashville Lions Club members are busy gathering data for their 27th annual Community Calendar. The calendar, which com­ mences with the month of September to coincide with the school year, lists school and community meeting dates throughout the year as well as individual birthdays, and anniversaries. Production of the calendar has been a major fund-raiser for the local Lions, with pro­ ceeds financing various pro­ jects of the club. Those who wish to list bir- thday or anniversary dates or order a calendar may contact any club member, says Lion Dave Mace, who can be reached at Mace Pharmacy. He also suggested that Lions President Russ Furlong of Maple Valley Implement, Mike Thome of Nashville Hardware and Nelson Brumm are among club members who would be readily available to take listings. The deadline for listings is June 8, said Mace. Each listing costs 30 cents, and the cost of a calendar is $3. Business ads also help finance the calendar project. other buildings if access is available. The result is often an unwanted bat infestation. If this is a problem, a bat house probably won’t lure them away from an attic or bam. Bat proofing is the answer. Although a bat house will not solve a bat problem, it can attract bats to the yard where people can enjoy their magnificant flying skills and benefit from their insec­ tivorous appetites. Texture explained a single bat can consume up to 600 in­ sects per hour and as many as 3000 insects per night. To maximize chances of at­ tracting bats, place the bat house 12 to 15 feet above the ground, and firmly attach it to Fuller St. School Wednesday, May 22 Mini-sub/bun, pork and beans, cherry delight. Thursday, May 23 Pizza, green beans, applesauce. Friday, May 24 Cheeseburger/bun, tater rounds, fresh fruit. Monday, May 27 No School. Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 28 Pizza, peas, fruit mix. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Wednesday, May 22 Thursday, May 23 Mini subs, baked beans, potato chips, fruit. Friday, May 24 Pizza, com, peanut butter sandwich, pickle, pears. Monday, May 27 No School. Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 28 Chicken, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and butter, fruit. NOTE: Milk is served with each meal. Salads available on Tuesdays and Fridays. MENGYAN ... for... Diana’s Place ...will be CLOSED Friday, May 24 & Saturday, May 25 REOPEN TOES., MAY 28 Owner — Diana Kuempel OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and 1 Thornapple Lake Rd. 852-9481 Edward D. Jones & Co.® Providing conservative investments since 1871. School Lunch Menus Jr .-Sr. High School Wednesday, May 22 ♦Salad, ♦Taco, lettuce and cheese, com, pears. Thursday, May 23 ♦Salad, *Goulash, *Tuna Sandwich, peas, fruit juice, peanut butter sandwich, ♦Salad Bar/roll. Friday, May 24 ♦Salad, ♦Pizza, green beans, applesauce. Monday, May 27 No School. Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 28 ♦Salad, *Chicken Patty/bun, *Com Dog, mixed vegetables, apple, no salad bar. NOTE: ♦Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. the side ofa building or a con­ venient free. Sites near water are the most attractive. Try to shelter the bat house from prevailing winds. Bats are very temperature-sensitive and generally select stable temperatures between 80 and 100 degrees F. In our climate a sunny ex­ posure will help maintain warm temperatures. A black roof on the house will also help. Pre-cut bat house kits are available for $8 from Woldumar Nature Center, 5539 Lansing Road, Lansing. Bat house plans are available free of charge from the Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice, 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte, 48813. We offer counseling in: Financial Planning Retirement Planning Tax-Sheltered Investments Estate Planning Stocks • Tax-Free Bonds Mutual Funds • CD’s Bonds • Tax-Deferred Annuities Government Securities • IRA’s • • • • • • • • US Government Guaranteed Bonds. Guamateed as to timely payment of principal and interest. Insured Corporate Bonds. Insured Federal Income Tax-Free Municipal Bonds. 6.90%* Interest may be subject to state and local taxes. IRA’s and Retirement Plans. 9.31%* Based on A-rated Corporate Bonds. Federally Insured Certificates of Deposit. Bank issued, federally insured from $5,000 to $100,000. Substantial pentalty for early withdrawal. 8.70%* 9.00%* 5 yr. - 7.85%* Maple valley school Board VOTE JUNE TO Paid for by- Committee to Elect Mengyan Kirk W. Evans 103 E. Lovett Charlotte NOTICE NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Please be advised that the Village does have a ordinance for the control of noxious weeds which requires that owners and occupants of premises within the Village cut and remove or destroy by lawful means, all weeds and grass and vegetation at least once in every three (3) weeks between May 15th and September 15th of each month. Nashville Village Council 517-543-8040 — Call Collect ♦Rate expressed as yield to maturity as of 5-16-91. Subject to availability. Market risk is a consideration on investments sold prior to maturity. Edward D. Jones & Co.® Member New York Stock Exchange, Inc. and Securities Investor Protection Corporation. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1991 — Page 8 Young Maplewood authors entertain senior citizens eluded such things as ‘ ‘resear­ ching how to draw the illustrations” and “thinking about words to write.” by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Senior citizens attending the monthly “Over 50” luncheon at Maple Valley High School last Tuesday were treated to stories written and presented by local youngsters. The children were part of a recent program in Maple Valley schools in which fifth graders wrote, illustrated and compiled their own books. The original works produc­ ed in the classroom assign­ ment included short stories, plays, skits, new reports, self­ help booklets, narratives or songs. After showcasing their talent at the local schools in March, some of the Maple Valley youngsters were in­ vited to participate in the an­ nual Eaton County Young Authors’ Conference at Charlotte in April. Both Corner— The Headlee headache By Ozzie D. Parks Dawn Stine's book, "The Triangle Holiday," was produced in the shape of a triangle. All of the books showed impressive artwork. Kellogg School in Nashville and Maplewood sent representatives to that event. At Tuesday’s luncheon in the high school library, 14 Maplewood authors read highlights of their individual works to the group of senior citizens. The senior gathering is sponsored by Maple Valley Community Education under the direction of Kay Hartzler. After the seniors finished their potluck dinner, Hildred Peabody, community school representative, introduced the young authors who had been bused from Vermontville for the occasion. Each child, in turn, read ex­ cerpts from his or her work, citing favorite passages and il­ lustrations. The books then were passed around to allow the seniors to examine them more closely. “They’re not just authors, they’re artists, too,” observed Outstanding illustrations highlighted Brad Conroy's book, "Cabot Camel and His Humps." MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available • HMS JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR. DOC OVERHOLT SANDY LUNDQUIST DON STEINBRECHER GARRY KNOLL JERI BAKER ..... TIM BURD 726-0223 ....... 8S2-174O ....... 852-1543 ....... 852-1784 .Eves. 852-0786 ....... 726-1171 852-2012 .Eves. Peabody. She also commented on the fine work of binding the children had done, noting that some ofthe children who took part in the Charlotte con­ ference had come from larger schools where professional binding services were available. She said Maple Valley’s books looked as good or better than any of those entered. Peabody asked the young authors Tuesday if they had written other stories besides the ones they presented. Several said they had. One young lady said she had written a book for her sister as a Christmas present, and a young lad reported that he had compiled a book for a new nephew. When Peabody asked students what they liked best about writing their Young Author books, responses in- Vermontville dancer in Alma dance concert floors, on large double lot with a 2-story garage. Priced right! (N-380) Good crop land, 3 bedroom home, basement bam & a large pole barn. Would sell 40 acres of vacant land separ­ ately. (F-384) 3 BR RANCH, VERMONTVILLE - PRICE JUST REDUCED TO $49,900!! 5 bedroom home Beautiful wood floors throughout. Partially fenced back yard and mature shrubs, pine & maple trees in this large yard. Close to town. Call "Jeri." (V-381) with 3 full baths, in Nashville. Many newer improvements, 2 car garage & large breeze­ way. (Could be 8 rooms plus 3 room efficiency apartment.) Call Doc. (N-367) 20 ACRES ■ PRICE REDUCED! POND A WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - 10 ACRES - SOME TREES on property blacktop road k east of Vermontville. \ (VL-373) Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) VACANT LAND: NEAR VERMONTVILLE: 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 10 ACRE BUILDING LOTS - Black­ top road near town. Land contract terms. Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359) ... for... Maple valley School Board VOTE JUNE IO Paid for by Committee to Elect Mengyan Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics” century" 3 bedroom, 2 story home, hardwood floors in dining area, attractive brick fireplace in living room. Screened in porch. Must see to appreciate! Call Garry. (N-354) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. MENGVAN NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER EARLY AMERICAN ■ NATURAL WOODWORK & OAK ■ OPEN STAIR­ CASE - Nashville "turn of the of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) This is the time ofyear when schools have to be concerned about possible financial problems that result from the im­ plementation of Section 31 ofArticle 9 ofthe state constitution, commonly known as the Headlee Amendment. Since many people are unfamiliar with the Headlee Amendment, I will attempt to explain its intention, implemention and our problems in brief. The intention ofthe Headlee Amendment was to put a lid on increases in tax levels by requiring a rollback in tax rates ifthe increase in total state equalized (SEV) assessed values for properties in the district exceeded the general price level for the previous year. The intention was good and the amendment was adopted by the people of our state in 1978. As so often is the case in legislation, the problem with the amendment for schools is in the way in which it was im­ plemented. Because of the nature of the state aid formula, a rollback in local tax rates also resulted in a rollback in state aid. In districts such as ours, state aid represents a larger amount of the funds for operation than does local taxes. If our district had a rollback next year, we could expect to lose $29,100 in state aid and $23,034 in local taxes, for a total of $52,134. This loss would lower our expected revenues from state aid and local taxes by nearly a full percent. To make mat­ ters worse, the loss would come from what is already expected to be a bad year for state aid. The problem for our schools is that while our costs are going up at approximately the rate ofthe general price level, which is 5.4 percent, the rollback and state aid formula would limit our revenues to approximately three percent in state and local revenues. Obviously, the difference between expenditures and revenues will present a deficit problem. The bottom line is that while we agree with the intention of the Headlee Amendment, the way in which it is implemented affects our school so adversely that we must ask for community understanding and assistance by allowing us to levy our maximum authorized millage rate. Our present millage rate and revenues per student are among the lowest in the state, and we cannot expect to reduce them further without jeopardizing the future of our children. You will be asked to vote on this issue at the annual election June 10. If you have any questions or comments about the Headlee Amendment or the election, please feel free to contact me. Sophomore Karris True of Vermontville was one ofmore than 100 dancers performing in the Alma College winter term 1991 Orchesis Dance Concert in early April. True, a 1989 graduate of Maple Valley High School, is the daughter of Russell and Victoria Weiler, 7641 Ander­ son Highway, Vermontville. She is majoring physics at Alma College. 160 ACRE FARM ■ BELLEVUE - NASHVILLE • 4 BEDROOM WELL CARED FOR HOME - Hardwood One lad quickly volunteered what he liked best about the assignment:: “Finally finishing the thing! Dr. Michael Callton • • • • • Therapeutic Muscle Massage Heat and Cold Treatments Special Therapy Machines Gentle Manipulations Appointments Available Same Day ;" " "free "examination" ’ ’ • I I To determine your health problem • No obligation implied । If needed, x-rays are s10.00 per view MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER EXPIRES 5-28-91 I Most Insurances Accepted - OpenVbays A week 127 S. Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1991 — Page 9 M.V. students part of Gifted and Talented program Editor’s Note: This essay and these poems were written by Maple Valley students Stacey Hawblitz, grade nine and Brandy Wawiernia, grade eight. They were displayed at the Gifted and Talented Child lun­ cheon at the Lansing Center on April 24. There were five other students who attended and displayed or performed from the junior-senior high school. Matt Nehmer, grade 11, per­ formed magic; Tina Moccardine, grade 12, art; Dawn Root, grade 11, “A Faust Story;” Rudy Othmer, grade nine, model rocketry, and An­ dy Swartz, grade seven, art. w w The Trails of A Poet By Stacey Hawblitz The pendulum swings back, And pauses for a short time. j.L. j . It seems to last forever, And I just can’t find a rhyme. I’ve got two words down. Another two hundred to go, This comp, is due tomorrow, And I’ve got nothing to show. Oh, what will I do? I can’t ignore the clock, Because this is for a grade, Oh, this stupid writer’s block! Grandpa By Stacey Hawblitz Long ago, when I was so small, And Grandpa, he looked so very tall, I remember Grandpa coming home from work, And my spirits, up they would perk, | From Our Readers . Ss?5 i?^* u®tiltf®tahtW hfiartaaqnfcui >itii|nfa fitatjtoiEiilKtiEt ®sacthit«^Blohj«iia' lR««{lteilMlttMt,lh fctaimMjspid a hmfcstiWita jtijiBnstiMaWk Governor's actions speak louder than gracious words To the editor: Nashville was proud and even a little bit flattered to welcome Governor John Engler to our village last Friday. No governor had set foot in Barry County in over eight years, and most of us welcome the opportunity to show our respect for the office of Governor of the State of Michigan. Though we found the governor to be congenial and gracious during his briefvisit, what he does when he gets back home to Lansing speaks louder than words. His “Tax­ payers’ Agenda” is really a plan to make the average citizen feel good while most aiitimiiKliiteB'®1 Music teachers work appreciated To the editor: On behalf of all parents, grandparents, and "special persons” who were greatly entertained Tuesday night by Fuller Street and Kellogg School children’s Spring Musical, ‘‘Disney Spec­ tacular,” we would like to say thanks to Mrs. Carol Kersten, music teacher for Maple Valley Schools. Her time and effort put into this musical was truly appreciated. Nashville P.T.O. of the benefits go to wealthy people and corporate in­ terests. The average Barry County homeowner would hardly notice the property tax cut he has proposed because again, it mostly gives a break to the rich and to big business. He has precipitated a budget crisis by rejecting cuts adopted by the House of Representatives because he wanted to do it all his way. His way includes withholding millions of dollars of state aid — our tax dollars — from schools in Barry County next month; forcing water shut­ offs for thousands of desperate families with emergencies; altogether eliminating state enforcement of workplace safety laws; and turning state parks over to private businesses. I think everyone agrees that we must downsize govern­ ment, balance our budget, eliminate some programs and perform a major overhaul of the inefficient way the state spends our money. But this Govenor is trying to ac­ complish that goal by asking too high a price from average, working taxpayers, in addi­ tion to the poor. And when the bill comes due for the true costs of some of his actions and proposals, 1 predict that it will be local tax­ payers and local municipal and county governments that will have to pay. Carol Jones Dwyer Nashville Village Trustee Democrat CLOSED Sunday, May 26 — and — Monday, May 27 Have a Safe Memorial Day! Vermontville Hardware DOUG and JULIE DURKEE 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml Open Mon-Fri 8:30-6; Sat 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 726-1121 And he’d sit down with his own lunch pail, With the friendly smell of bananas gone stale, And he’d pull out something small and sweet, Which for me was always a special treat. But now Grandpa goes to work no more, But sits by the window, watching the rain pour, And now, I’m not quite as small, And Grandpa isn’t quite as tall, But my memories forever will not fail, Of Grandpa’s great big silver lunch pail. A 14-Year-Old’s View of Desert Storm by Brandy Wawiernia At 7:00 p.m., January 16th, 1991 the United States of America bombed Iraq. In the words of White House Press Secretary, Marlin Fitzwater, ‘ ‘The liberation of Kuwait has begun.” We could see it from our living room. CNN, NBC, CBS and ABC all competed to be first with the latest reports. The ‘‘newest news” you could call it. It was scary. You knew everything that was go­ ing on as it happened. You heard the Patriots blowing up incoming Scuds. Everywhere you went, the war followed. For three days in a row, all our U.S. History class did was talk about the war. We expressed feelings, verified facts and explained personal feelings. Our student teacher helped us. Being closer to our age, he knew how teens felt and brought things up that we were afraid to bring up. One night I woke up with a strange thought. What if Sad­ dam Hussein gets a U.S. map, closes his eyes, points his finger and says, “I’ll bomb here.” He opens his eyes to read the word MICHIGAN. He pushes a little button and BOOM, we’re all gone. A lot of “what ifs” went through my head. I think they went through everyone's head but everyone was afraid to ex­ press them, for fear it would make them happen. You heard reports that if the U.S. agrees to certain conditions Iraq would pull out. Yeah, right. We pull out and he blows the United States offthe map. No thanks. Then all of a sudden it was over. You heard no more about it. There were celebra­ tions, five second pieces on the news ofreuniting families, a television special here and there. Now it’s gone. You almost expect people to say, “War? What war?” I’m sure in the comer of everyone’s mind there’s a little voice say­ ing, “What’s happening now? Are all our troops home? And what about Saddam? Where is he?” Everyone made such a big deal about it and now NOTHING! Our troops are still there. Suddam Hussein is still in control. The Iraqis are fighting each other now, in a civil war. During the war you heard stories about the Forgotten War in Vietnam and how the veterans were treated so poor­ ly. We didn’t want to make that mistake again. The Desert Storm veterans are being treated like heros. The people ofthe United States knew they had a mistake they weren’t about to repeat. The night the war broke out, I was in Godwin Heights at a wrestling meet. One of our managers had a head­ phone radio and was listening when they broke in with the news. Two of our wrestlers had brothers over there. One of the mothers of the ser­ vicemen was there. We pass­ ed the radio around all night, and before we boarded the bus that night, everyone on our team had given her a hug. No one said a word, it just wasn’t necessary. Her son came back April 14. Something I didn’t unders­ tand is all the memorabilia. I think the yellow ribbons were great, but the T-shirts, sweat­ shirts, hats, buttons, bumper stickers, posters, etc. seemed to be pushing it. I think American patriotism skyrocketed and it isn’t com­ ing down! I’ve seen more U.S. flags in the last five months than I’ve seen the rest of my life. The thing I didn’t like about the war were the protesters. I don’t think they were fair to the President or our troops. We tried for peace. Iraq in­ vaded in August. We bombed in January. Everything in bet­ ween consisted of one-sided peace talks. The very worst thing about this war to me was that I’m old enough to understand it. I understood the pain, the hate, the pride. I could put myself in President Bush’s place. I could put myself in the sur­ rendering Iraqis place and feel the embarrassment. Now I understand what they mean by ‘‘WAR HAS NO WINNERS.” Brandy Wawiernia Eighth Grade Maple Valley High School Darkness By Stacey Hawblitz Enveloping you, Like a black cloud, Tossing you about, Making you scream aloud, The fear of not knowing, What lies ahead, The fear of what lies, Under your bed, Crying out for protection, Receiving none at all, And praying that someone, Will answer your call. Hometown Card ...with Worldwide Acceptance You can get the convenience of credit around town or around the world, with no annual fee, backed by a bank right here in your own hometown. Wi^ting£ <£tip Bank — MEMBER FDIC — Hastings Middleville Bellevue Nashville Caledonia Wayland 945-2401 * 795-3338 763-9418 * 852-0790 * 891-0010 * 792-6201 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. May 21, 1991 — Page 10 M.V. students win at Eaton Math Day competition Sixth-graders in Sandy Briggs' class at Kellogg School were the first-place winning team in overall performance for their grade level at the recent Eaton Math Day competition. Seen with their teacher are (front row, from left) Amber Davidson and Rob Rosin, and (back row) Joel Mittelstaedt and Dan Leep (right). NOTICE The minutes of the regu­ lar meeting of the Nashville Village Council held April 25, 1991 are available in the Village Hall at 206 N. Main St., Nashville, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Fri­ day. '"fl A Z4 FROM Krystal Krive (left) and Devon Durkee, Maplewood sixth-graders, tied for first place in Dual Digs with the team from Kellogg School, comprised of Joel Mittelstaedt and Dan Leep. Three trophies were of Rudy Othmer, Willy brought home by teams of Rooks, Christi Bigelow and Maple Valley students in a re­ Cheri Kay Sessions. cent math competition involv­ Taking a second-place ing seven other Eaton County trophy was the eighth-grade area schools. team: Jenny Mittelstaedt, Students in grades six Sarah Leep, Matt Mace and through nine were selected to Heather Philipp. participate in the 12th annual In the Quick Calcs event, Eaton County Math Day May 10 at Olivet College. Each grade level sent two teams of four students each to com­ peted in three events: Quick Calcs (calculations), Dual Digs and Jeopardy. Overall performance by the Maple Valley teams resulted in a first-place trophy for the sixth grade team of Joel Mittelstaedt, Dan Leep, Rob Rosin and Amber Davidson; and a first-place trophy for the ninth-grade team comprised Derek Graham (left) and Andy Swartz, Maple Valley seventh-graders, took first place in the Dual Digs competition. Joel Mittelstaedt and Rudy Othmer earned first-place awards in their grade levels; while Dan Leep and Jenny Mittelstaedt took second place. In Dual Digs, the Maple Valley sixth-grade teams tied with each other for first place. Those teams were comprised of Devon Durkee and Krystal Krive representing Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville and Dan Leep and Joel Mittelstaedt of Kellogg school in Nashville. The local seventh-grade duo of Andy Swartz and Derek See Math Day, on page 13 Your 24 Hour ^Cklaksmsiificieud nPalaucceimnceinii iit and Information Line A VOICE COMMUNICATION SERVICE OF J AD GRAPHICS INC. 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After you’ve answered a question press the star key | * | or pause for three or more seconds and the program will automatically proceed to the next question. Earning a second-place trophy for overall performance was Maple Valley's eighth-grade; team: (from left) Jenny Mittelstaedt, Heather Philipp and Sarah Leep. Missing from photo is Matt Mace. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1991 — Page 11 Maple Valley Lions clinch SMAA league baseball title The Maple Valley baseball team clinched the outright conference title Friday, sweeping Battle Creek Pennfield in a pair oftight games at Bailey Field. The Lions won the first game 4-2 and prevailed in the nightcap 3-2, scoring the win­ ning run in the bottom of the seventh inning. Jason Hoefler won the first game on a yield of three hits. The senior southpaw recorded his sixth win of the season without allowing an earned run. He fanned nine Panthers and walked two. Hoefler also helped himself, scoring half the Maple Valley runs after drawing walks and stealing a pair of bases. Brent Haig was the only Lion with multiple hits, collecting two, including a double and an RBI. Darrel Stine drove in two runs for the Lions. In a pitcher’s dual in the nightcap, Dan Franks emerged the winning pitcher, as Levi Schantz drilled an RBI single scoring pinch-runner Brian Brandt from second in the last of the seventh. Brandt ran for Mike Martin, who drew a two-out base on balls. He then stole second base to get in scoring position. Franks scattered eight hits, M.V. Jr. High girls' thinclads take 2nd On Monday the Maple Valley jr. high track team took second place at the Ionia triangular track meet. The host team won while St. Johns finished third. Maple Valley won six of 12 individual events. Holly Taylor won the high jump, 60 yard hurdles and 100 hurdles. Jody Mazurek took the shot put with a distance of 33’1”. 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Maple Valley will be host to Eaton Rapids Wednesday before travelling to Olivet for a predistrict qualifier game Thursday. To the Editor Local photographer should take school photos To the editor: It is about time our local photographer, J.H. Studio, had some recognition for the fine work he does for our community. It doesn’t make sense that someone who lives in Grand Rapids is hired to take local pictures. Why not let the peo­ ple who pay for the pictures have input as to who actually takes them, without criticism from the Maple Valley Schools administration. Why not let a Maple Valley alum­ nus be that photographer! Let’s hear your comments, and let’s hire J.H. Studio! Respectfully submitted, Janet Gardner Nashville FDA warns about use of clenbuterol In a memo March 18, the FDA intends to employ full Analytical methods are Food & Drug Administration more available to test for the authority and resources to in­ announced it has evidence of drug in urine and tissues. vestigate and prosecute in­ use of denbuterol in cattle, Samples of tissues from show dividuals who illegally im­ sheep and swine exhibited at animals are currently awaiting port, distribute, sell or use recent major livestock shows. testing by USDA. clenbuterol. Clenbuterol, a beta-agonist, is not approved for use in food-producing animals. As a “repartitioning agent”, it is one of several beta agonists that increase lean and reduce fat deposition. Consequently, ... for... animals receiving these com­ pounds carry less fat and more muscle. Clenbuterol is approved in Canada and some European and South American countries to treat respiratory problems in horses. It is not approved Paid for by Committee to Elect Mengyan for any use in the United States. MENGYAN Maple Valley School Board VOTE JUNE IO Sports physicals for 1991-92 school year On Saturday , June 1, 1991, sports physicals will be given at the jr./sr. high school locker rooms starting at 9 a.m. for boys and 10:30 a.m. to girls. Pick up physical cards at high school office before June 1. Physicals cost $5 with checks made out to Dr. Balger. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051. FLORAL PRINTS ...in pastels and brights! • EYELET 45” Wide 3 & In Stock Patterns Still 1/3 OFF — McCall Simplicity • Kwik Sew Many Items SALE PRICED! Setting Machine Repair by Mr. J 218 E. State St., Hastings* eS I VISA Ph. 945-9673 HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 8-5:30, Fri. 8-7; Sat. 9-5:30 ga | Y ULST CLEANERS PICK-UP STATION <^ings Sanitary Service, 945-4493 or 1-800 866-4493 | Serving Hastings 4 Barry County Communities Since 1950 • 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings • COMMERCIAL - RESIDENTIAL - INDUSTRIAL clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK-UPS • MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS LANDFILL 90 Gallon Kart Service Available �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1991 — Page 12 Maple Valley kids score high on state MEAP testing Maplewood fifth-graders scoring 100 percent were (from left) Elizabeth Stanton, Katie Krive, Jessica Dempsey and Jim Thornton. Missing from photo is Kirsten Klinkhammer. Fuller Street fourth-graders scoring 100 percent in MEAP tests were (from left) Dustin London, Christina Desrochers, Carrie Hardin and Cassidy Holtrust. Maple Valley Trees and Shrubs 2501 N. Ionia Rd. Vermontville, Mich. (1 mile South of Nashville Hwy.) 726-1108 Register for drawing. A tree to be given away HOURS: 9 a.m. to Dusk; Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thirty-eight Maple Valley students, ranging from fourthto 1 Ith-graders, recently earn­ ed awards for perfect scores on Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) tests. Certificates of achievement were presented to the youngsters at the start of the May 13 Board of Education meeting. Family members, teachers and friends were on hand to watch the presentation by Maplewood Principal David Doozan in the high school library. Honors for scoring 100 per­ cent on tests in math and reading went to students in the fourth, seventh and 10th grades, while perfect scores Maple Valley seventh-graders scoring 100 were (from left) Scott Heyboer, Wayne Shance, Heather Shipman and Joe Vliek. Missing from photo are Kathryn McDougal, Justine Quick and Raymond Swartz. Also absent at the ceremony were eighth-graders Nathan Dipert and Jenny Mittelstaedt. Tenth-graders earning awards were, (back row, from left) Joel Butler, Bryan Carpenter, Michael Rollins, Aaron Smith, (front row) Natallie Haeck and Kathy Morgan. Absent were Aymie Alderink, Dean Beardslee, Dan Finkler, and 11thgrader Steve Hay. on the science test were earn­ ed by students in the fifth, eighth and 11th grades. In addition, Maplewood School received a special state award for having 75 percent of its students score 75 per­ cent or better on the math test. Local students earning MEAP certificates for perfect test scores are fourth-graders Christina Descrochers, Carrie Hardin, Cassidy Holtrust, Dustin London, Aaron Demp­ sey, Levon Hammond, Jonessa Hammonds, Jon Ke­ nyon, Erica Krolik, Melissa Mansfield and Joseph Stadel; fifth-graders Jessica Demp­ sey, Kirsten Klinkhammer, Katie Krive, Elizabeth Stan­ ton, Jim Thornton, Ricky Fowler, Andy Heyboer, and Danielle Watson; seventh­ graders Scott Heyboer, Kathryn McDougal, Justin Quick, Wayne Shance, Heather Shipman, Raymond Swartz, and Joe Vliek; eighth­ graders Nathan Dipert and Jenny Mittelstaedt; 10thgraders Aymie Alderink, Dean Beardslee, Joel Butler, Bryan Carpenter, Dan Finkler, Natallie Haeck, Kathy Morgan, Michael Rollins, and Aaron Smith; and llth-grader Steve Hay. MEAP tests are ad­ ministered each year to selected grade levels in schools throughout the state. Grades six, nine and 12 were not tested. HEARTWORM TESTING Medication and vaccines—Dog or cat NASHVILLE FIRE HALL Wednesday 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday 1 to 3 p.m. THROUGH JUNE 1 ONLY For the Ark Mobile Veterinary Unit next to Fire Hall — All other times for surgery, treatments, or testing by appointment — Please call 616-792-9500. We are trying to establish quality and convenient small animal care at affordable prices — your support is appreciated. Closed Memorial weekend Dr. Larry Julius Perfect scores in Maplewood's fourth grade were achieved by (back row from left) Joseph Stadel, Jonessa Hammonds, Erica Krolik, Melissa Mansfield, (front row) Levon Hammond, Jon Kenyon and Aaron Dempsey. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 21, 1991 — Page 13 Kellogg fifth-graders with perfect scores were (from left) Andy Heyboer, Ricky Fowler and Danielle Watson. Eleven Maple Valley students participated in 'search' program The Center for Talent Development of Northweastem University has conducted its 10th annual search forjunior high students who are academically talented. This year, 147 sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students from the Eaton In­ termediate School District service area participated in the search. The students participating from Maple Valley Junior High include Ethan Berry, Maple Valley High School WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, MAY 21 • HONORS NIGHT ■ 7:00 p.m., auditorium WEDNESDAY, MAY 22 • Var. Baseball & Softball, Home, Eaton Rapids, D.H., 4:00 p.m. • J.V. Baseball & Softball, Away, Eaton Rapids D.H., 4:00 p.m. • Varsity Track, S.M.A.A., Away at Postfield 3: 30 p.m. THURSDAY, MAY 23 • Var. Baseball & Softball Pre-Districts at Olivet, 4:30 p.m. • J.V. Baseball & Softball, Away, Hastings, 4: 00 p.m. • Jr. High Track, Away, Lakewood, 4:30 p.m. FRIDAY, MAY 24 Last Day of Senior Exams SATURDAY, MAY 25 • Alumni Dinner, gym and cafeteria MONDAY, MAY 27 • MEMORIAL DAY — NO SCHOOL Nathan Dipert, Corin Guern­ sey, Lindsey, Krolik, Matt Mace, Kathryn McDougal, Justine Quick, Brad Smock, Amber Snoeyink, Andy Swartz and Brandy Wawiemia. These students qualified for the Northwestern program by scoring at the 95th percentile or higher on the verbal, mathmat ical, or composite portion of a standardized in­ grade achievement test. They took the College Board’s Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) in January, a test usual­ ly taken by the high school juniors and seniors. The purpose of the SAT is to provide more information about students’ abilities. Local schools use this infor­ mation to help provide special services and programs for such students. The students received cer­ tificates of recognition and a listing of summer and academic year programs designed especially for such high caliber students. The Center for Talent Development serves eight states in the Midwest: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Min­ nesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Over 28,000 students par­ ticipate in the talent search on an annual basis. Fuller students thank PTO for new books Thanks to the Nashville Parent-Teacher Organization, these 13 youngsters and 44 more in Chapter I Reading classes at Fuller Street Elementary recently received a gift to encourage them to keep on reading. The PTO donated enough for each child in the program to make a $3 book purchase of his or her choice. Because of mass purchasing, many were able to select more than one book for the allotted amount. 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Pease Rd., Vermontville Drive a Deere Come in and drive a new John Deere 105- to 200-hp 55 Series Tractor during Demo THORNAPPLE VALLEY 1690 Bedford Rd., (M-37) Hastings • 616-945-9526 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml » 616-527-2724 LEADERSHIPATWORK' �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, Moy 21, 1991 — Page 14 1 -800-748-0500 M.V. girls track team are regional champions Maple Valley varsity girls track team ran up 118 points to win the regional champion­ ship held at Bangor last Satur­ day. Olivet was the runner up with 73 points in the 16-team field. Taking first and qualifying for the state meet for the Lions were Tracy Kangas in the discus; the two mile relay team of Cindy Furlong, Jen­ nifer Phenix, Mindy Shoup and Tammy Ashley; Janet Boldrey in the long jump, 440 yard dash and 220 yard dash; and the mile relay team of Ashley, Shoup, Phenix and Boldrey. Janet Boldrey’s first place leap of 17’8” set a new school record in the long jump. Placing second and also qualifying for the state meet was Phenix in the low hurdles; Ashley, second in the THE BEST DEAL ON EARTH! Sale *1337°° • • • • • All Gear Direct-Drive Transmission 6, 8 And 10 HP Engine 3 Forward, 1 Reverse Gear Electronic Ignition PTO To Accept Front & Rear Mount Attachments: Rotary Mower Cutter Mower Chipper Shredder (8HP & Above) Snowthrower And More ... TROWBRIDGE’S Auto Parts & Service Center 130 South Main Vermontville 726-0569 OPEN: Monday thru Friday 7 to 7; Saturday 8 to 5 half mile; and Kangas, who placed third in the shot and qualified by the distance she threw. Placing in the top six were Rachelle Cheeseman - third in the discus; Phenix - third in the high hurdles; the 880 relay team of Ashley, Shoup, Stephanie Bouwens and Retha Byrd - third; Cheri Sessions third in the high jump; Furlong - fourth in the mile and sixth in the two mile; Bouwens - fourth in the low hurdles; Shoup - fifth in the half mile; and Lora Emery sixth in the shot put. The team will travel to Bat­ tle Creek Lakeview for the league meet on Wednesday. Field events and preliminaries are scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. with finals scheduled to start shortly thereafter. Body Talk Warm weather brings 'elbow' injuries Jr. High boys track team triumphs over Bellevue Taking first in the pole vault was Mark Huver from Bellevue, taking the other places at 9 ft. from Maple Valley were Keith Carpenter with second and Damon Patrick with third. In the shot put was Jeff Hay taking first and Matt Thayer, taking third. Other Jr. Lion’s placig were: Gabe Priddy first in the high jump and a tie for third with Greg Holliwill and Ben Kemple. Cliff Weller took se­ cond in the long jump. The two mile run was dominated by M.V. with Wayne Moore taking first and Andy Gordon taking second. Priddy took first in the 60 yd. hurdles. Taking second for the 880 run was John Baker. Patrick took first in the mile run and Andy Swartz took third. The hundred yard dash was won by Weller for Maple Valley. Priddy took second in the 440 yrd. dash and Adam Thayer took first in the 100 yrd. hurdles. Weller took first in the 75 yrd. dash and Brian Hopkins took second in the 220 yd. dash. The mile relay team of Baker, Moore, Thayer and Patrick took the first place. The following Monday the Jr. Lions traveled to Ionia for a triangular meet between Ionia, St. Johns and M.V. Taking first place in the 60 yrd. hurdles was Priddy. In the mile run taking first was Patrick. Taking second in the 100 yd. dash was Weller who also took first in the 75 yd. dash. Taking second in the shot put was M. Thayer. The highjump found Priddy taking second place. Taking the first place position in the pole vault was Patrick. Boys varsity track team sends three to state finals Saturday, at the Class C Regional meet at Bangor, two Maple Valley boys broke school records in their events. In the discus throw, Scott Casteele established a new record of 141-2, while junior Chip Reese setting a record with a long jump of 21-3’A. The old record had been set in 1974, the same year that Chip was bom. The third Lion to travel to the State meet to represent Maple Valley is Steve Ainsworth in pole vault. Saturday, May 11 was another record breaking day at the Bath Relays. The 3200 relay team of Casteele, Nick Grinage, Tom Snyder, and Tim Edinger set the school record with a time of 8:41.4. Others taking places were the shot put team of Cheeseman and Chris Miller (third) and in the long jump team ofEdinger and Reese (third). The discus tandem of Casteele and Cheeseman also took a third. Taking second in the sprint medley was the team of Jeff Moore, Grinage, Reese and Derek Morawski. Extension to have three-part home buyers series The Eaton Cooperative Ex­ tension Service is offering a free three-part series for pro­ spective home buyers Tues­ day evenings, June 4, 11 and 18, at Eaton Rapids Middle School from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required. To enroll, call the Eaton Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice at 543-2310 or 372-5594. By Michael N. Callton, D.C. Now that the warm weather has arrived, both little and big kids are dusting oft the sand lots and tennis courts. The aroma of fresh cut grass flares the nostrils as golfers swing the after­ noon away. By the end of the weekend there’s going to be a lot of sore elbows across the county. Whether the injuries are diagnosed as tennis elbow, baseball elbow or golfer’s elbow, they are similar. Repeated twisting and bending ofthe arm lead to muscle rupture, ligament sprain and sometimes there is periostitis, which is a form of bone injury. Once diagnosed at a chiropractor’s or medical doctor’s of­ fice, treatment usually involves resting the elbow, manipula­ tion of the elbow, ice, bandage, vasocoolant spray techniques, ultrasound, electrical stimulation or anti-iflammatories. Tennis elbow normally is diagnosed by pain of the outer elbow while baseball elbow is located at the inner elbow. Golfer’s elbow involves both the inner elbow and middle elbow. Another point of interest is “javelin elbow,” which is seen at the inner elbow and may demonstrate chips of fracture bone. Here’s a few sports tips on how to avoid these injuries: For pitchers, you need to lay off of sliders and breaking curve balls. Golfers are most commonly injured due to poor warmup, or taking a divot too deep during chipping. Bowlers need not feel left out, because they get symptoms similar to tennis elbow, as do rowers, badminton fans and pro­ fessional chess players. $100 REWARD FOR ANY BASEMENT VUE CAN T DRY UP Decks Additions Siding Insulation Armour’s Remodeling “No Job Too Small” BRYON ARMOUR License #083426 Ph (517) 852-9313 after 5:00 112 Cleveland St. Nashville, Ml 49073 Adult Education graduation set for May 30th Lakewood Community Education extends an invita­ tion to all community persons to attend adult graduation ex­ ercises Thursday, May 30, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the Lakewood High School auditorium. This is a special day for adult seniors who have com­ bined work, family respon­ sibilities and attending school to complete all requirements to receive diplomas. A reception will be held in the high school cafeteria im­ mediately following gradua­ tion exercises. All are invited to attend. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 44 — Tuesday, May 28, 1991 Fate of Lakeview Cemetery considered in Nashville by Susan Hinckley operated independently of the StaffWriter municipal budget and is The financial woes of governed by a councilLakeview Cemetery were appointed Cemetery Board. discussed by Nashville’s No tax money is involved in Village Council at last Thurs­ the operation of the cemetery; day’s meeting. its sole income is from sales of One solution considered lots, fees for burials and in­ was to establish a memorial stallation of cement founda­ fund for the benefit of the tions for headstones. cemetery similiar to the suc­ “The cemetery is running cessful memorial plan that on about $9,000 a year,” said helped add a Children’s Wing Ted Spoelstra, president pro to Putnam Public Library last tern of the council who also year. serves as chairman of the While it is owned by the cemetery board. “I don’t village, the cemetery is know how to get {additional operational) money, but the cemetery is one of the nicest things this town has.” Gene Koetje, who with Larry Decker comprises the balance ofthe board, reported that last year the expenses at the cemetery exceeded in­ come by $,1300. “We’re just operating by the skin of our teeth,” said Koetje. He explained that a few years ago the cemetery receiv­ ed yearly contributions from the village with which they had built up a small surplus Vermontville St. Jude Bike-A-Thon planned Barbara Trowbridge of participants at a later date, and Vermontville has been named prizes given to the top fund­ coordinator of the St. Jude raisers. AU proceeds go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hopsital bike-a-Thon Saturday, June 1, Children’s Reserach Hospital at Maple Valley Junior-Senior founded at Memphis, Tenn., High School. by the late entertainer Danny Hours of the event will be Thomas. The institution openfrom 1 to 4 p.m. ed its doors to the public in Bike riders of all ages are 1962 to combat catastrophic welcome. In advance of the diseases that afflict children. event, each rider must sign up St. Jude Hospital is non­ sponsors who will pledge a sectarian, non-discriminatory, certain donation for each mile and provides total medical completed by the rider. Cer-care to all patients. At St. Jude, scientists and tificates will be awarded to physicians work side by side, seeking not only a better means of treatment, but also the causes, cures and preven­ tion of these terrible killers. AU findings and information gained at the hospital are shared freely with doctors and hospitals all over the world. Thanks to St. Jude Hospital, children who have leukemia, Hodgkin’s disease, sickle-cell anemia, and other child­ killing diseases now have a better chance to live. that has now been depleted. Koetje said he believes the funds had come from local tax money, but VUlage President Ray Hinckley said no millage has been levied for the cemetery. He said the con­ tributions Koetje referred to came from federal revenue sharing funds granted to the village for a number of years in the 1970s, but which the village no longer receives. The cemetery employs a sexton who is paid $125 per week throughout the year, with no fringe benefits. Trustee Forrest Burd ques­ tioned the year-round pay, saying there would not be much to do during the winter. But Koetje, who once held the position as a part-time occupa­ tion in addition to his work with the Nashville Police Department, said the sexton job requires a year-round average ofmore than 20 hours per week. “That cemetery is being operated as cheaply as it can be right now,” said Koetje. Hinckley said that asking the voters for a suggested quarter-mill levy for cemetery operation would not generate immediate help, since village elections will not be held until next spring. The board agreed to look in­ to requirements for establishing a memorial fund for support ofthe cemetery. If the library plan is followed, memorial donations would be acknowledged by listing the names in an appropriate place at the cemetery and periodically reporting such contributions in the Maple Valley News. Acknowledge­ ment also would be sent to the family of the deceased. Hinckley suggested that perhaps Lakeview could benefit from formation of a Friends of the Cemetery group patterned after the ac­ tive Friends of the Library organization, which has con­ tributed greatly to the success of Putnam Public Library. In other business, the coun­ cil agreed to establish a $10 “bad check’’ fee for customers who pay their water-sewer bills with non­ sufficient funds checks. “We’ve never had a pro­ blem (with NSF checks) until lately,” said Village Clerk Rose Heaton. “And we’ve never charged more than the See Lakeview, on page 3 Maple Valley’s graduation set for Sundayafternoon The Maple Valley High School Class of 9*1 will receive diplomas Sunday, June 2. The ceremony will be held at 3 p.m . at the Fuller Street athletic field. In case of incle­ ment weather, services will be moved indoors to the gym­ nasium at the high school. Ward Rooks, Maple Valley High School counselor, will be the featured speaker. Valedictorians Lisa Long (also senior class president), Ryan Rosin and Tina Yost, Salutatorian Jennifer Swartz and Student Council President Jason Hoefler will also ad­ dress the Class of ‘91. Presenting diplomas to this year’s seniors will be school board members Irma Gene Baker, William Flower, John Krolik, Ted Spoelstra, Harold Stewart, Ron Tobias and Charles Viele. The Rev. Daniel Smith will give the invocation and benediction. Vermontville welcomes Mayor Exchange visitors from Breckenridge by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Vermontville and the village ofBreckenridge traded visits last week as part of Mayor Exchange Day, a tradi­ tional feature of the annual Michigan Week festivities. Monday, Vermontville President Sue Villanuea, ac­ companied by a party of seven, journeyed to the Gratiot County town for a day of activities. Wednesday, a party of eight Breckenridge officials spent the day in Ver­ montville. President Bob Zimmerman was unable to be present, so Dale Clingenpeel, Breckenridge village manager, filled in for him. He was accompanied by his wife, Marieta, an elementary school principal who will be retiring in June after more than 30 years in education; Trustee Ron Cameron and his wife, Leona; Cindy Johnson, village treasurer; Karen Rohn, village clerk; Don Eichom, water plant operator; and Mike Coty, DPW foreman. The Vermontville delega­ tion touring Breckenridge Monday was comprised of President Villanueva; Trustee Don Martin and his wife, Esther; Trustee Nyle Wells The Maple Valley High School choir sang selections from "Phantom of the Opera" from the Vermontville Opera House stage. The Breckenridge party and Vermontville Village President Sue Villanueva (front, right) gathered outside the opera house. Visitors (front row, from left) are Cindy Johnson, treasurer; Leona Cameron, wife of trustee; Karen Rohn, clerk; and Marieta Clingenpeel, wife of village manager, (back row) Mike Coty, DPW foreman; Ron Cameron, trustee; Don Eichom, water plant operator; and Dale Clingenpeel, manager. and his wife, Denise; Clerk Sharon Stewart and her hus­ band, Harold; and DPW Director Tony Wawiemia. Several of these and others, including Village Treasuer Kay Marsh, Chamber of Commerce President Don Mulvany and Monte O’Dell of the DPW, were among the local party hosting the visitors Wednesday. The day in Vermontville started with a meeting at village office for coffee and rolls, followed by a tour of Milded Allen Memorial See Mayor, on page 2 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1991 — Page 2 Mayor Exchange members welcomed , Library and the newlyrestored 1898 Opera House. iTliere the group was enter­ tained ,hy the Maple Valley High. School choir, direction of Carol Kersten. After a visit to Maple Valley High School, wherethe high school band played for them, "the entourage returned to Vermontville for a luncheon in the Griswold Room at the First Congrega­ tional Church. About 45 com­ munity residents and guests were present for the occasion. At the luncheon, Villanueva presented a key to the village to Dale Clingenpeel who, in turn, expressed his apprecia­ tion for Vermontville hospitality. Later, the visitors retired to the church sanctuary for a brief history of the communi­ ty, presented by Rev. Mergener of Eaton Rapids, who is serving as temporary minister of First Congrega­ tional Church. He told them of the settlement of Vermont­ ville by the Union Colony of Vermont and a bit about the 1862 church structure. “This is a very friendly community,” said Rev. Mergener. “It was establish­ ed for the people. Buildings were secondary.” However, the village con­ tains several state designated *Miiiaaiiiiaaiaiiiiiiiaiiiii ; Maple Valley Athletic Boosters E | ■ BINGO I MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA * ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M 5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 historic buildings, which were on the tour, including the opera house, the 1843 Academy Museum, the First Congregational Church and, the United Methodist Church. The afternoon started with a tour of the historic 1850 W. V. Benedict home, occupied since 1939 by Hildred Kelsey Peabody, whose first husband conducted his medical practice there. The house was built by Rev. Rev. Benedict, Benedict, an an early early by minister of Vermontville’s Congregational Church, and was considered very elaborate for a minister of that day. In the Peabody home, the delegation was charmed with the second-floor ‘‘angel room,” encircled with an assortment of cherubs handpainted more than a century ago by Rev. Benedict’s daughter, Sarah Williams.. Peabody said Sarah had studied art abroad and “was considered to be one of the best copiests of her time.” The plaster frieze upon which the cherubs appear in various poses has been untouched for more than a century. “Rev. Benedict was instrumental in getting a school started in the community,” said Peabody. Three generations ofthe family lived in the house over a period of 75 years. After a tour of United Methodist Church, Maple Manor, Michigan Magnetics, the lagoon system, and Ponderosa Campground, the group enjoyed a rest and refreshment hour at the home of Sharon and Harold Stewart.. niiiiiiRiiiBiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii | Congratulations \ to the ... | MAPLE VALLEY \ I Class of 1991 { Open House Centerpieces ? | j and Fresh Cut Roses ! i Mapes Family Florist IO? North Main Street, Nashville i7^ihone “ 852-2050 H3WEDELIVER FSVj a-m- to 5 P-™- Daily from front A stop at the village fire bam and village garage also was on the agenda. The day conclud­ ed with dinner at the ’Ole Cookstove Restaurant. While the Vermontville contingent was in Breckenridge Monday they enjoyed seeing many sights, including the B. & M. C-oop Elevator,, where immense quantities of beans and com are handled. “It is the largest outstate elevator east of the Mississippi,” noted .Clingenpeel. He said they frequently ship complete plete trains trains carrying carrying 65 65 carloads of com. B. & M. has 130 employees working in its three opera­ tions, including the elevator, a farm service (handling fuels) and a farm center (selling farm machinery and trucks). ‘‘It is definitely definitely an agricultural community,” said Coty. In addition to beans and com, a large quantity of sugar beets are produced there. “A lot of vegetables are raised in our area,” added Clingenpeel. A packing company there employs about 20 people during harvest season. While Breckenridge has a strong agricultural base, it also is a bedroom community for workers in Lansing, Saginaw and Midland. ”It is heavy GM territory,” said Clingenpeel. At Midland, the major employers are Dow Coming and Dow Chemical. The latest U.S. census shows the population of Breckenridge at about 1,200 people, said Cameron, but he disputes the count since the 1980 census listed ste Breckenridge at nearly 1,500. Cameron said local officials doubt that that number ofpeo­ ple have been lost; they believe some were missed in the counting. While in Vermontville the Breckenridge party was showered with gifts, including a maple sapling donated by Don and Karen Hickey. The tree will be be planted on village property in Breckenridge. The Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation presented syrup to the visitors; Independent Bank gave them coffee mugs; the Outpost donated boxes of donuts; Don Lewis gave them maple leaf magnets; Trowbridge Sales, ink pens; Vermontville Hard­ ware, yardsticks; Vermont­ ville Lions Club, bumper stickers; and Trumble In­ surance Co., a road atlas for Breckenridge village president. Minor injuries reported in Nashville moped-auto accident Nashville ambulance personnel tend to a local woman injured Tuesday afternoon when her moped collided with an auto. Sgt. Gene Koetje said Sandy Schaub pulled out of an alley near her home into the path of a westbound auto driven by a Vermontville woman who took evasive action, but was uable to avoid striking the cycle. Schaub was transported to HGB Hospital at Charlotte, where she was treated and released. Koetje said he will issue a citation to Schaub for driving the moped without a license. He said while a youth may be licensed to drive a moped at age 15, an adult must posses a driver's license, which Schaub does not. Putnam Library is computerized The Putnam Public Library recently has installed a new public access catalog with the latest advances in compact disc and microcomputer technology. The catalog, called LePac, is easier to use and provides better access to the library’s collection than the old COM catalog. With LePac, patrons can look for items, not only at Putnam Public Library, but also throughout the entire Woodlands Library Cooperative system. Nearly 400,000 titles at 35 libaries in 11 Southern Michigan coun- CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass........... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship....... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. REV. RON K. BROOKS GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. . REV. RICHARD YOUNG reasonable cost. The Brodart LePac system is also much easier to use than comparable products. The Putnam Public Library is located at 327 N. Main St. in Nashville. MENGYAN ... for... Maple Valley School Board VOTE JUNE IO Paid for by Committee to Elect Mengyan 4-H Council meeting set The Eaton 4-H Advisory Council will meet Monday, June 3, at 7:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. 4-H leaders, parents and 4-H members are urged to at­ tend. Persons who are not in­ volved in 4-H at this time are welcome to attend to find out more about the 4-H youth program. Area Church Schedules ST. CYRIL ties are available. The Woodlands Library Cooperative members decided to purchase the catalog from the Brodart Company in order to offer patrons the most modem library aids within a NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School 9:45 A.M. Service ...11 P.M. Service ..... 7 Wed. Service............. 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship..................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER Graduation Time" REDKEN The Mirrors image” ((o6euj| sjojiuiiAi Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 852-9192 111 N. Main, Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School ...,11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School .. ,.1la.m’ Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vz mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.......... 11a.m. P.M. Service ............ 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER I �The Maple Valiev News. Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1991 — Page 3 Lakeview Cemetery discussed, $2 that the bank charges us.” She said, however, that with the new computerized bookkeeping system, several time-consuming entries are necessary to charge back an NSF check payment. Heaton reported that recently a man whose water service had been turned off for non-payment came into the office and paid his bill with what turned out to be a check on a closed ac­ count. This was not discovered until after his ser­ vice had been restored. Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer said she had “a problem with (the village) making a profit” on the issuance of an NSF check by a water-sewer customer, but Heaton said the increased fee would be an at­ tempt to deter such practice. “I don’t feel sorry for anyone who writes a bad check,” said Trustee Richard Chaffee Jr. “The bank’s not bashful about charging for it.” During the discussion it was disclosed that businesses in Nashville are charging penalty fees ranging from $10 to $25 for NSF checks they receive. By a 6-1 vote, the council ap­ proved a $10 fee. In other business Thursday, Maple Valley Band plays at Tulip Festival The Maple Valley High School Band was a participant in the 1991 “Parade of Bands” at the Tulip Festival, Saturday, May 18. This parade was televised on WOTV, enabling parents and friends to see and videotape the parade. The band marched in the Vermontville Memorial Day Parade, while the Maple Valley Junior High School Band marched in the Nashville Memorial Day Parade. The final performance of the high school band will be at Commencement June 2 at 3 p.m. at the football field. The band also is attending band camp this summer in preparation for the fall mar­ ching season. Camp is the week of Aug. 4-9. Maple Valley FFA chooses new officers The Maple Valley FFA has chosen its 1991-92 officer team, which consists of Presi­ dent Jason Byington, Vice President Tanya Bowen, Secretary Matt Reid, Reporter Michelle Gidner, Treasurer Joel Butler and Sentinel Jack Cripe. Two junior officers were also selected, Adam Gussey and Seth Kangas. The FFA has also par­ ticipated in a skills contest. Those participating in Ag Mechanics were Jason By­ ington, Seth Kangas and Jack Cripe. Those participating on the first Dairy Judging team were Tanya Bowen, Michelle Gidner and Kim Thompson. Those on the second team are Tony Bouwens, Adam Gussey and Matt Reid. The Maple Valley FFA banquet is scheduled for May 31 those wanting to attend should call the Ag Room at 852-9971. The banquet will begin with a small meal and follow with the presentation of awards. the council: — Agreed to pay LayneNorthern of Lansing $1,155.24 for replacing lines in the municipal water plant that have been narrowed by mineral deposits, causing a undue burden on the municipal water pumps. . — Agreed to reinvest for one year a $25,000 sewer fund certificate of deposit at Hastings City Bank. Council had earlier considered moving the account because of in­ surance limitations, but decid­ ed not to do so after hearing a report from Village Treasurer Lois Elliston on her recent consultation with the village auditor. — Received from Dwyer a draft of a resolution concern­ ing establishment and opera­ tion of a new recycling site in Nashville, in cooperation with the townships of Castleton, Maple Grove and Vermont­ ville. Carl’s Market has been proposed as site of the 24-hour drop-off site which from front page would be open seven days a week for deposit of clear glass, aluminum, tin, and plastic milkjugs. There would be no charge to depositors, and the participaintg govern­ mental units will pay only $25 per month for removal by Hastings Sanitary Service. — Discussed the expense of mowing village parks and sought alternative solutions, including use of persons who have been sentenced by the court system to periods of community service. Hinckley said the cost of mowing the ball diamonds is “where we get hurt” finan­ cially because that expense must come out general fund, while park mowing is charged to the parks fund. When the non-profit Riverside Recrea­ tional Development Corp, developed the new ballfields on village property west ofthe business district in the 1970s, the group made no provisions for the cost of future upkeep of the grounds. Dinosaurs reported at Maplewood School Caught backstage at Vermonville's opera house just before curtain time Tuesday evening were these six dinosaurs from Linda Gaber's Maplewood kindergarten. The well-attended production entitled "Our Dinosaur Friends," featured musical presentations with a dinosaur theme by various class members. These four are (from left) Matt Root, Danielle Myers, Kristen Vanderhoef, Krystal Root, Jessie Grant and Garry Cousins. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... Thornapple Lake opening, street dust laying readers in 1926 Plans for summer outings at Thomapple Lake and the long-awaited seasonal “laying of the dust” on Nashville’s unpaved village streets were top stories in the village 65 years ago this week. The following items are from The Nashville News of May 27, 1926. Monday opening day at Thornapple Lake Messrs. Cole & Wade, managers of the Thomapple Lake Resort, announce their official opening for Monday, May 31, starting the 61st The big toboggan slide at Thomapple Lake had been made "snappier than ever,” just in time for the season opening of the Lake House resort on Memorial Day, 1926. Swimmers of that era are seen here with the slide in the background. The popular resort near Morgan offered dining, picnicking, boating, fishing, dancing and hotel accommodations, and its own small depot for easy access by train. The resort dated back to the 1860s; the hotel burned in the 1940s. ELECT MENGYAN for Maple Valley School Board — endorses sound fiscal policy — endorses solid educational programs — 16 yrs. experience in education — 5 yrs. experience in budgetary management — cares about students and M.V. Community VOTE JUNE 10, 1991 Paid for by Comm, to elect Mengyan season that this popular place has catered to resort pleasure seekers. The fishing season does not open until June 16, but picnic parties, reunion gatherings and other early visitors will find everything in readiness for their entertainment. The one aim of the Lake House is to please, and nothing has been left undone that would add to the pleasure of their guests. On the spacious grounds, tables and benches have been provided for potluck dinners, and there are accommodations for the crowds inside in case of bad weather. A number of new boats have been added to the boat livery, including models adapted for the use of outboard motors, and the big toboggan slide has been altered so that it is snappier than ever. As a feature this summer, the Lake House will specialize in chicken dinners every Sun­ day, or by arrangement, at any other time. Last, but not least, the big Chief As-Ka-Saw pavilion, noted for the enjoyable times at its regular weekly dancing parties, announces two big dances for Saturday and Mon­ day evenings, May 29 and 31, with special surprise features each night. Later in the season the Tuesday night dances will be resumed. Reservations for hotel and boat accommodations for the opening of the fishing season are coming in fast and local patrons who wish to rent boats for June 16 should get their order in early. Dust laid on all streets Every street in Nashville is being treated with calcium chloride as a dust preventitive. The village purchased a spreader, which is being used behind a truck, and which ap­ plies the chloride very evenly and effectively. William McGillivray of the Dow Chemical Company, from whom the chloride or “Dowflake” was purchased, was here to superintend the starting of the work, in order that it might be done in the most effective manner, and the work is being completed by local workmen. It is a bit amusing to hear the startling reports going around as to the effects of the chloride. One story has it that “It destroys automobile tires;” another has it that “It will rot every pair of shoes in town;” another that “It will make automobile fenders rust out in a few days. ” Terrible! Terrible! Terrible! Many towns in the state have used the chloride for several years and keep right at it. Probably the local automobile and tire dealers and the shoe stores pay for it, on account of the increase in business it brings in. Kent County has used it on its trunk line roads for many years, and The street sprinkling rig was a welcome sight to housewives who battled clouds of street dust from spring to fall. Filled with water, the rig made regular sweeps through town in the dusty season. Driver(Nevada Johnson in this 1915 photo) was hired with team to haul the village-owned rig. In 1926, when a truck and spreader first applied more effective calcium chloride, rumors of its adverse effects were spread with equal speed by some Nashville residents. is this year treating every im­ proved road in the county with it. So it must be just awful stuff. As a matter of fact, calcium chloride is a by-product of salt, and its use on die roads to prevent dust is not injurious to tires, leather or automobiles. Of. itself, it does not keep the dust down, but it has the pro­ perty of absorbing moisture from the air, thus keeping the highways moist and preven­ ting dust. Junior-senior banquet held Wednesay evening The annual Junior-Senior Banquet was held at the Com­ munity House Wednesday evening, May 19. This was about the 30th banquet of its kind that has been held in Nashville, and a great improvement over the old “reception.” It is given by juniors in honor of the seniors, and, as one of the speakers said, to mourn (or celebrate) their departure. It is evident that the juniors this year put forth their best efforts to make the event a success. The elaborate yellow and white decorations made the room and tables very pretty. The color scheme was em­ phasized by yellow lamps. The nut cups were little waterlillies on lily pads, and the place cards and programs, as well as the invitations issued previously, were decorated with hand-painted water­ lilies. The orchestra consisted of seven high school boys, who furnished music between courses. The dinner was serv­ ed by Mrs. Wenger’s division of the Ladies’ Aid. The work ofthe juniors and their sponsor, Miss Thorlakson, was greatly appreciated... Irene Zemer, who has been confined to her home this year on account of illness, but who has been resuming her studies as ajunior, was able to be pre­ sent. Also Harold Wooodard, who has been absent eight weeks from school with diphtheria was able to report for the banquet. Two other juniors, Ralph Tieche and Theo Kennedy, were unable to attend on account ofillness. Local news — Work on pouring cement on M-79 in the south part of the village is going along splendidly this week and at the present rate the work will soon be finished. Then, with three weeks to cure, the highway can be opened for traffic. — The official detour on M-79 south of town is to go and small fruits. The welcome west from the village on M-79 rain of Friday has made a to Hyde’s comers, thence marked improvement in the south to the McKelvey school appearance of growing crops. — The Lentz Table Co. house, where it again hits the main drag. A passable detour furnished 12 cathedral oak is also maintained west from tables for the new People’s Main Street at John Greene’s Church of East Lansing. — The new oil station at comers, for the convenience Main and Washington streets of people living closer in. — The Nashville High is practically completed and School band, all togged out in helps to il'uminate that part of their handsome new uniforms, town. journeyed to the band tourna­ — Cpl. Clyde Surine left ment at M. S. C. at East Lans­ Friday on his return to Jeffer­ ing Saturday. They nearly son Barracks, Mo. He will blew the bells off their in­ visit relatives in Kalamazoo struments in an effort to cop a and Chicago on his way back. — Mrs. Orra Wheeler prize, but the judges very unkindly left them oustide the entertained a number of lady money. However, this does friends at luncheon Tuesday, not discourage the boys in the with Mrs. E. L. Parrish of least, because they had not Detroit as the honor guest. — Mr. and Mrs. Coy really expected to bring home the state capitol or anything Brumm and Mr. and Mrs. F. like that, but they did have a C. Caley were in Lansing most enjoyable day and they Wednesday attending a con­ learned a whole lot. It was a cert given by the Symphony valuable experience for them Orchestra of Chicago. and the results will be shown — Percy Penfold was in in their future efforts. The Kalamazoo the fore part ofthe home folks will have oppor­ week attending grand lodge as tunity to hear them Sunday a delegate from Nashville afternoon (at Decoration Day Lodge No. 255, F. & A. M. services at Putnam Park). — (North Castleton) The — Allen Brumm, the assessor made his yearly visit 13-year-old son of Mr. and to this vicinity last week. Mrs. Charlie Brumm, was — (Lakeview) Mr. and taken to Pennock Hospital Mrs. Robert Martin are driv­ Hastings, Saturday morning ing a new coach. and operated upon for appen­ — (Martin Comers) From dicitis and seems to be getting the rags given by the ladies of along nicely, though die ap­ the neighborhood the King’s pendix had broken, making Guards were able to get 11 recovery more slow. very pretty rags woven, — Ralph Opin is adding a which they are selling very big porch to his cottage at reasonably. The proceeds go Thomapple Lake. to missions. — The banks will be closed — (Maple Grove Center) all day Monday, May 31, Miss Geneva DeVine closed Decoration Day being a legal her school at the Norton last holiday. Friday by entertaining the — No, we haven’t had a pupils at her home. mess of mushrooms yet, and — (Barryville) Decoration we’re getting most plumb Day services will be held at discouraged. the church Monday with a — A hard frost Saturday basket dinner. The Cemetery night did considerable Circle will furnish coffee with damage, especially to grapes Continued on next page— ’’PRIN ... Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1991 — Page 5 Surplus food distribution set for June 4-5 in area Superintendent's Corner— Questions and answers about ‘Headlee’ By Ozzie D. Parks HmiJ mJ **k >sw Mb ^bt^1 S>?1!'^SS' hiillww ;;i*U'*1 h“ ’ki i*U j“(lll’ki g8$ 8$ 8 1 ' *Wl 'I ,® -ht|Mliji' * 1 imiiatp-j *• nnajite itahMii ■> 14 to -Wtali ■ * Bsiaijrim It liiiiBlBri -Jhn|lii isa fctate’ ■K Minai is®- -jtoWfr eh t£2 st sm *■J01 03tl flflif |E0l r*» to 1 I*bl1 I*bl1^ ^ One of our community members was nice enough to let me know that after reading last week’s column regarding the Headlee Amendment, she and others with whom she had visited did not understand how the issue would affect them personally. I appreciate receiving this kind of feedback and, as any good educator would do, I would like to try to “teach the lesson again,’’ using a different approach. Below you will find infor­ mation about how the Headlee Amendment works and affects you, using the question and answer method: Q. Will approval of the ballot question on the Headlee Amendment raise our tax rate? A. No. If the ballot proposal is approved, the tax rate for school operations will remain at 29.01, where it has been since 1986. Q. Ifthe tax rate will remain the same, why are we voting on the issue? A. Because under the constitution ofour state, ifthe assessed valuation ofproperty in the unit of government is increased by a larger percentage than the General Price Level (GLP) from the previous year, the maximum authorized tax rate must be reduced to the GPL rate unless a majority of voters approve authorization ofthe full previously approved millage. This part of our constitution is known as the Headlee Amendment. Q. Why is the Headlee Amendment an issue this year when we haven’t been affected in other recent years? A. The answer in a word is “reappraisals.” Some of our townships had their properties appraised by outside firms this year, which determined that their assessed property values had been under the “true cash value” required in our state con­ stitution. This indicates that some taxpayers may have been getting a “bargain” on their taxes in past years. Q. Won’t the school have enough of an increase in funds with the general price level increase of 5.4 percent allowed under the Headlee Amendment? A. The school would be happy and satisfied to receive a 5.4 percent increase in local levies and state aid. However, the cur­ rent state aid formula works against us in this case and makes it impossible to collect a 5.4 percent increase if the Headlee “rollback” takes effect. Actually, under the current state aid plan, our school would only receive a 4 percent increase without a rollback in our millage rate and a 3 percent increase if a rollback takes affect. The current formula reduces state aid when local property values go up and reduces both local levies and state aid when the tax rate is rolled back. Q. What do you mean by “rolled back”? A. To “roll back” is to reduce the tax rate, which has been approved by voters, to a lesser rate. Q. What is the bottom line of the ballot question? A. It is that voters will either say “yes” to allowing the school to have enough revenues to balance the budget, or “no” it cannot. The result will determine if the school can continue to offer the quality and quantity of programs and services it has in the past and make needed improvements, or if reductions must be made. The present tax rate is among the lowest in the state and it does not provide for any “fat” t*o be trimmed. Your careful consideration of this proposal will be ap­ preciated. Please contact me ifyou have other questios or con­ cerns. I will also be glad to discus the issue with your group or club. I realize that this issue is complex and not easily learned, but it is also very important. As we often tell our students, “The only foolish question is the one that you were afraid to ask.” * & *•?& J sfl BOBBIE’S Nashville • (616) 852-0940 Save up for Summer Bonus! Bobbie’s Going out oftown — Joan, Bonnie and Susy says... Let’s surprise Bobbie when she gets back! TANNING $QA00 15 Visits for ^9 V June 3, 5 & 6 to Buy Only From 12-6 POLISH $d0Cr0 0 per bottle Capital Area Community Services will resume distribu­ tion of surplus foods in Eaton County Tuesday and Wednes­ day, June 4 and 5. The commodities will be provided to families registered and have been issued blue cards. Eligible people may pick up the food at the following area sites: — Bellevue, City Hall, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 4. a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, June 4 and 5. To be eligible, families must be at or below the certain guidelines. The maximum annual in­ come allowable for a family of one, under 60 years of age is $8,606. For a family oftwo it is $11,544 and for three it is $14,482. For each additional family member, a maximum of $2,938 in income may be added. — Mulliken, United Methodist Church, 190 Charlotte St., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 4. — Sunfield, Community Room, Main Street, 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 4. — Vermontville, First Congregational Church, 9 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, June — Charlotte, Old Cour­ thouse, 100 W. Lawrence, 9 For those over 60, the max­ imum annual income for a family of one is $10,592, for two it is $14,208 and for three it is $17,824. For each addi­ tional family member, a max­ imum of $3,616 may be added. Those interested in applying for commodity cards may do so at the Old Courthouse in Charlotte or at the Action Center or Senior Citizen of­ fice in Charlotte. Preprimary program finishing first year locally The new preprimary pro­ gram at Maplewood Elemen- tary School in the Maple Valley School District is finishing its first year of operation. Teacher Glenna Mac­ Donald and EISD Preprimary Consultant Peg Cameron agree that the program has been very successful. The class of about a dozen kids ranges in age from 2 /*4 years to kindergarten. The children receive individual at­ tention from the teacher and classroom aide. Many have speech and language problems that they are working on. Those who have children or know of a child that may need services or have developmen­ tal problems that would in­ terfere with a good start in kindergarten, may direct questions to Maplewood Prin­ cipal David Doozan at 726-0600 or Peg Cameron at 543-5500. They may qualify for the program or other available services. We specialize in the following ... Farms • Country Estates Home Ownership • Vacation Homes Mobile Homes Prepimary students (from left) Jake Kelly, Mikey Gerstung, Jeff Rumsey and Matt Conklin. Memories of the past, trimmings. Officers will be elected and dues paid. All in­ vited to attend. — (Morgan) W. S. Adkins is improving his stock of bees with queens from Alabama. — (Kalamo) Edward Keehen is giving his house a coat of paint. — (East Castleton) Albert McClelland is working John Euper’s farm this year. — (Southwest Maple Grove) Memorial Day ser­ vices will be at Joy Cemetery, Monday, May 31. The pro­ gram is to begin at 2 o’clock, Eastern Standard time. — (Dayton Comers) Miss Patricia McNitt of Nashville was the guest of Miss Cecil Williams Sunday. — (Morgan) We are having our portion of dandelions and mushrooms. — (North Maple Grove) Harold Pendill entertained eight of his boy friends at his home Thursday afternoon for supper, it being his 12th birthday. — (Morgan) Donald and Dorothy Mead and Clayton Webb attended the chemistry and physics meet at the M. S. C. Friday, In the chemistry test, those in order who stood the highest were Rosemary Phelps, Donald Mead, Dorothy Mead and Ethel Parks, all of the Nashville school. — (North Maple Grove) The children ofthe McKelvey School were entertained at Thomapple Lake Tuesday afternoon by their teacher, Miss Lydia Guy. — (Smoky Road) The teachers and pupils of the Martin and Fisher schools were at Lansing last Tuesday to spend the day. — (Morgan) Those who at­ tended the W. C. T. U. con­ vention at Barryville last week were highly repaid for going. — (Barryville) Our junior (church) class is a busy bunch, with Mrs. Willitts as instruc­ tor. They are planting TOBIAS MASON Insurance Agency from 4 — FREE QUOTES — watermelons, squash and cucumbers to raise money for missionary work. 852-2005 • Dick Tobias SHOP LOCALLY & right guard right DEODORANT IO OZ. OR ANTI PERSPIRANT 6 OZ. TRAVEL TOOTHBRUSH TWIN PACK Gl ARI) 249 SALE PRICE...... SI.4 LESS MFC. 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JUST LISTED - VERMONTVILLE • 9 ROOMS, 3 BEDROOM RANCH - Built in 1984 . 2 baths, large family room, 2 buildings (gar­ age & workshop), 24x36 and 30x40. Good arrangement for truck driver or antique car collector. Call for more details! Occupancy at close! ____________________(V-385) NEW LISTING - EAST OF VER­ VACANT LAND: SOME TREES on property blacktop road east of Vermontville. (VL-373) 10 ACRES • 2 ACRES (APPROX.) ON south of Nashville. M-66 (VL-368) MONTVILLE - 3 BEDROOM RANCH - 80 ACRE FARM north of Nash­ ville, 2 story, 3 bedroom home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog barn, 36x48 basement barn. Maple Volley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) Built in 1972. New oak kitchen, nice fenced yard with trees, 2 car garage, plus extra 32x24 garage. 22 miles to Lansing Mall. Maple Valley Schools. (CH-386) 40 ACRES • SP’p WOODED Balance montville^ 20 If You Are Thinking of “Making a Change” BUYING or SELLING Please Give Us a Call! ACRES ■ Near Ver(VL-375) PRICE REDUCED! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) NEAR VERMONTVILLE: at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 1.S ACRE BUILDING LOTS 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 10 ACRE BUILDING LOTS - Black­ top road near town. Land cbntract terms. Priced from $11,900 up. (VL-359) 20 ACRES - “PERN TESTED’* - Blacktop rd.. Maple Valley Schools. Contract terms (will ill divide). (VL-375) Multiple growth award pins were earned by Herb Frith (center) and Blair Hawblitz for their success in bringing new members into the Nashville Lions Club. Region Four Chairman Michael Stone made the presenations. Inducted as a new member of the Nashville Lions Club last week was Charles ("Bud") Irish, seen here with his wife, Marilyn, and sponsor, Blair Hawblitz, while President Russ Furlong (left) conducts the ceremony. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter At their last official dinner meeting of the season, Nashville Lions Monday night honored member Harold Christiansen and gave special recognition to many others in the organization and the community. Christiansen joined the local club in 1970, and three years later was elected Lion Tamer, a post he has held since that time. In a tribute given by longtime Lion Nelson Brumm, Christiansen was cited for his service to the club and to the village. Besides serving a total of seven years as president of Nashville during the period of 1968-82, Christianen, who will be 88 in September, has been active in the Nashville Maple Syrup Association, the Maple Leaf Grange, and for many years was a volunteer caretaker of village parks. Brumm noted that Chris­ tiansen is the one who pushed for replanting new trees when Nashville’s stately old maples began dying. “He not only had a hand in replanting the maples,” said Brumm, “he bought and planted the trees himself.” Christiansen also is noted for growing and sharing garden produce, especially his beautiful flowers. “His vegetables feed the body, but his flowers feed the soul,” observed Brumm, ad­ ding that Christiansen has always been quiet and modest about his contributions, and fits the Lions’ creed very well. Club President Russ Furlong presented Chris­ tiansen with an engraved pla- que citing his dedication and said: “There is no better tribute to the Lions than to Continued on next pag ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ OPEN HOUSE Friday, May 31 from 9-12 at The Nashville Post Office Elmer Jarvie will be retiring after 17 years with the United States Postal Service. Come join us in wishing him a happy retirement. Matching Short & Top Sets Getting Ready for Summer • Bathing Suits • Summer Dresses • And More! Hometown Apparel "Your Family Clothing Store" • • 1016 4th Avenue, Lake Odessa 374-8730 HOURS: M-F 9 to 5; Sat. 9 to 4 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1991 — Page 7 From previous page— cessfill Lions Club pancake and sausage fundraiser at the have him known as Lion Vermontville Maple Syrup Harold.” Festival; and Maple Valley The tribute followed a ham News reporter Susan Hin­ dinner served by ladies of the ckley, for coverage of St. Cyril Church at the parish Nashville Lions Club hall. Wives and guests were in activities. attendance at the event. Furlong then presented Cer­ As a treat for Christiansen, tificates ofAppreciation to his Hastings musician Les Raber officers and several other club was present to play violin members for their contribu­ selections to honor his tion to the organization this longtime friend. He was ac­ past year. companied on piano by Nyla Those honored were Stanton. Secretary Rick Genther (for Special guests at the gather­ his “hard work”); First Vice ing were Michael Stone of President Ken Hawblitz (for Otsego, chairman of Lions White Cane solicitation); Se­ Region Four, and his wife, cond Vice President Roger Linda, president of the Green, (for his “concern for Allegan Lioness Club. the club”); Third Vice Presi­ In his remarks to the group dent Willard Myers (a “good­ Stone said: ‘‘Nashville is one will ambassador” for of the outstanding clubs in the Nashville Lions); Treasurer whole region. Your club is John Moore (for careful growing. You are getting out stewardship of club funds); and showing people what Tail Twister Orvin Moore (for Lionism is all about.” work on the track fund pro­ Stone thanked Furlong for ject); John Long (for his suc­ his “fine job” of leadership. cessful pumpkin-growing According to Lions Club pro­ fund-raiser); Norm and Nyla cedure, the president will be Stanton (help with the Lions’ succeeded by his first vice calendar project); Judd president, Ken Hawblitz, Cooley (White Cane project when the club resumes dinner and for “always being there meetings in September. when there is work to be Stone presented growth done”); Dr. Hugh Overholt award pins to Lions Rick Gen(for news coverage in Lions’ ther, Jim Jones, Herb Frith publications); Blair Hawblitz and Blair Hawblitz. This was (“workhorse” ofthe club, for in'recognition of their success promoting membership); his in bringing new members into wife, Lelia Hawblitz (food the club. preparation and other work Also Monday, lifetime for the syrup festival fun­ memberships in the Nashville draiser); Karl Pufpaff (the club were presented to Harold Lion “who worked hardest” Christiansen and George in construction of the Habitat Vogt. for Humanity house in Certificates of Appreciation Nashville last year); David were presented to several Mace (for computerizing the community residents who are Lions’ calendar project); and not affiliated with the club: Dr. Michael Callton (for Dick and Marilyn Chaffee of establishing the LionsNashville Locker Service and sponsored youth group their son and daughter-in-law, STAND). Brian and Gail Chaffee, for Furlong’s final award went their contribution to the suc- to his wife, Irene, for “being very supportive and always willing to help” with club projects. Furlong noted that many of the Lions had worked singly on certain projects that resulted in credit going to the entire club. The awards, he said, are one way to give special recognition to such individuals. Furlong said he was “truly honored” to have been able to serve as the club’s president this past year and foresees a great future for the organization. “The club is going to con­ tinue to grow,” he predicted. “Your enthusiasm will make it grow. I’m looking forward to having 50 members for our 50 years (celebration next year).” The Nashville Lions Club was formed in 1942. Inducted as a new member last week was Charles (“Bud“) Irish, sponsored by Lion Blair Hawblitz. During Monday’s business meeting the group heard com­ mittee reports detailing: — The club’s first Adopt-aHighway roadside cleanup on M-66 south of town to Three Bridges, in which 12 Lions and one lady volunteer filled 21 trash bags in a two-hour stint. The next scheduled cleanup is set for Saturday, June 15, starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Mace home. , — The success ofthe recent White Cane campaign, in which Lions collected a total of $1,075 for sight programs, with $453 of that amount coming from local merchants. — The good news that $2,260 was netted from the club’s pancake and sausage fund-raiser at the recent Ver­ montville Syrup Festival. Furlong said gate receipts were up but “expenses were extremely high" compared to last year. He suggested raising the cost of the meal by 50 cents. Lions members and families put in 422 man-hours and 22 Lions Quest students donated an additional 66 hours during the weekend event. NNUAL — SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 10, 1991 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, 1991. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O'CLOCK IN THE EVENING At the annual school election there will be elected two (2) members to the board of education of the district for full terms of four (4) years ending in 1995, and one (1) member for an unexpired term of two (2) years ending in 1993. THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCIES: TWO YEAR TERMS FOUR YEAR TERMS Lynn Mengyan Bonnie Leep David D. Tuckey Beatrice J. Pino TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT the following proposition will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the annual school election: APPROVAL TO LEVY MAXIMUM AUTHORIZED MILLAGE Shall the maximum authorized millage rate of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, be approved for levy in 1991 without the reduction required by section 31 of article 9 of the state constitution of 1963? (Headlee Amendment) THE VOTING PLACE IS AS FOLLOWS: Well-known Hastings musician Les Raber played the violin for his old friend Harold Christiansen and others attending the Lions Club event. Maple Valley News reporter Susan Hinckley received a Certificate of Appreciation for coverage of Nashville Lions Club activities. Dr. Hugh Overholt made the presentation. Lifetime memberships in the Nashville Lions Club went to Harold Christiansen (left) and George Vogt. Club secretary Rick Genther (center), made the awards. 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: Maplewood Elementary School, in the Village of Vermontville, Michigan. The second precinct consists of all territory of the school district of former Vermont­ ville Community Schools. 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 election. I, Alvin Starr, Treasurer of Eaton County, Michigan, hereby certify that as of May 17,1991, the records of this office indicate that the total of all voted increases over and above the tax limitation established by the Constitution of Michigan, in any local units of government affecting the taxable property located in Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, is as follows: Jail 1 Mill 1987-2006 By Eaton County: 911 1 Mill 1989-1993 Eatran 1/3 Mill 1987-1991 By Vermontville Township: 1 Mill 1976-1996 None * By Carmel Township: None By Chester Township: None By Kalamo Township: 2 Mills Fire District Indefinite By Sunfield Township: 20.71 Mills, 1991 Only By the School District: Alvin Starr Date: May 17, 1991 Treasurer, Eaton County I, Juanita Yarger, Treasurer of Barry County, Michigan, hereby certify that as of May 17,1991, the records of this office indicate that the total of all voted increases over and above the tax limitation established by the Constitution of Michigan, in any local units of government affecting the taxable property located in Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, is as follows: Park .25 mills 1991 By Barry County: Comm, on Aging .25 mills 1991-1994 Courthouse Renovation unlimited tax pledge 1.00 mill 1991-1994 System 911 NONE By Baltimore Township: 1991-1992 1.00 mill By Castleton Township: NONE By Assyria Townsnip: 1991 By Maple Grove Township: 1.00 milll 20.71 Mills, 1991 only By the School District: Juanita Yarger Date: May 17,1991 Treasurer, Barry County This Notice is given by order of the board of education. Ronald Tobias Secretary, Board of Education �A. Shook N. Lindsey p- Sayles D. Adkins M. Gusey B. Haag K. Tutt C. Robinson D. Hicks S. Finkler B. Secord J- Olmstead A. Gardner W. Rooks M. Gam B. Thompson The Ole Cookstove 174 S. Main, Vermontville * Hours: Monday-Thursday 7-3; Saturday 7-8 Furniture Stripping by Elaine and Stuart 4>?n,z B*art®"bur9 K. Cheeseman M. Nehmer A"1!?®* Assistant Principal Principal Class Advisor J. Clifford R. Howard D. Lamance Nashville Feed & Seed Dr;°-D. ^s Superintendent d. McGhan S. McLaughlin R. Marshall Musser Service 528 Sherman, Nashville Phone 852-0943 301 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9393 160 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9446 Vermontville Hardware Hastings City Bank Richards Studio 131 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-1121 203 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-0790 The Personal Touch 6901 Thornapple Lake, Nashville Phone 852-0767 250 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-1340 The Carpenter’s Den Hecker Agency 177 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-1043 225 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9680 Sport Stuff Michigan Entertainment Center J. Lewis A. Bryan Tobias Mason Insurance Agency 109 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-2005 o „HCeW?l,f M. Martin Class Advisor Retiring Superintendent R. Wright J. Ackett A. Amador 130 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0569 O’Dell’s Towing 24 Hr. Service 141 N. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-1040 or 726-1009 T. Snedegar T. Moccardine Country Kettle Cafe West Side of Main St., Nashville Phone 852-1551 Maple Valley Real Estate Sweet and How Good 204 N. Queen St., Nashville Phone (517) 852-0840 1601 S. Hanover, Hastings Phone 945-3354 Nancy’s Beauty Shop Wolever’s Real Estate Key Cleaning Services 157 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 1-517-726-0330 126 S. Main St.. Nashville Phone 852-1501 Stanton Real Estate and Auctioneers 803 W. State, Hastings Phone 948-8381 Goodtime Pizza Bob’s Service Shop Michigan Magnetics, Inc. Mace Pharmacy 119 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-1985 or 852-1986 610 S. Wellman Rd., Nashville Phone 852-9377 203 W. 3rd, Vermontville Phone 726-0590 207 N. Main St , Nashville Phone 852-0845 219 S. State, Nashville Phone 852-0882 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Carl’s Super Market, Inc. Styles-R-Us Cappon Oil Company Hometown Lumber 737 Sherman (7 blocks E. of Main) Nashville — Phone 852-1910 White, Ford & New Holland 224 Main, Nashville Phone 852-1757 Main Street Vermontville & Nashville Phone 726-0181 & 726-0555 S. Simpson 870 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0514 304 S. State, Nashville Phone 852-9260 265 W. Casgrove, Nashville Phone 852-9667 Genther Funeral Homes Citizen’s Elevator Company V.F.W. Post 8260 Dorothy’s Hair Salon Maple Valley Chapel T. Yos T«.. nHvonkaainiosuoini N. Wood 109 S. Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-1830 6 Thornapple Lake Road Phone 852-9152 133W S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9587 J. Swartz Trowbridge’s Auto Parts & Service Center Diana’s Place Powers Service J lHivoeelfileerr Eaton Federal Savings Bank 10030 Thornapple Lk. Rd., Nashville Phone 852-9481 105 Washington St., Nashville Phone 517-852-9301 A. Rasey K. Dean K&M Meats Bobbie’s R mMewrirmill N. Williams 230 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-0940 224 N. Main, Nashville 852-1757 ' M. Martin 227 N. Main St, Nashville Phone (517) 852-1915 or 852-1916 The Outpost 999 Reed St., Nashville Phone 852-1991 State Farm Insurance — Ruth Hughes — 825 S. Hanover, Hastings Phone 948-8488 Heney Construction 650 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0652 1515 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-1000 Bakery • Pizza ■ Subs - Videos ■ Pop Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods Wheeler Marine Service Nashville Locker Service South M-66, Nashville Phone 852-9609 729 Durkee, Nashville Phone 852-9332 233 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-0713 Kent Oil Co. Mirror’s Image M-66 at South Village Limits, Nashville Phone 852-9210 111 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9192 9360 Scott Rd., Nashville Phone 852-9945 | �to the Maple Valley Class of 1991 J. Elzroth A. Cukon T. Platte B. Carroll H. Lehman D. Brown B. Pion S. Bosworth T. Ashley J. Moore J. Ordiway T. Bouwens A. Madison D. Franks K. Orman T. Smith D. Joostberns J. Rounds M. Brewer A. True K. MacKenzie A. Beardslee T. Reed B. Thomas R. Rosin E. Ewing D. Morgan M. McClure �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville. Tuesday, Moy 28. 1991 — Page 10 Jacob West meets special Maple Valley 7th grade friends by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Maple Valley seventh graders in Carol Satterly’s Skills for Adolescence class met little Jacob West last week. He visited their classroom, and it was an enlightening ex­ perience for guest and hosts alike. A special bond had developed between the class and the 4-year-old son of Steven and Lori West of Nashville earlier this month when the students staged a benefit yard sale for him. Pro­ ceeds of the event at the school help assure that Jacob will be able to “talk” by the time he enters Young Fives class at Fuller Street Elemen­ tary this fall. Jacob was bom with a birth defect that makes it impossi­ ble for him to speak. A com­ munication board called a Touch-Talker will solve that problem. Recent community-wide fund-raisers have been staged to help the West family acquire the equipment. Carol Satterly’s LionsQuest Skills class decided to do their part by conducting a benefit sale. The class is a uni­ que program for seventh graders, sponsored by local Lions Clubs, who supply fun­ ding for special training of its teachers. In addtion to Satterly, Cindy Gatewood teaches a session. Each seventh grader spends one semester in a skills class. Now in its fourth year at Maple Valley, the program is aimed at helping youngsters improve their self-image and to promote harmony at home. There is also a strong em­ phasis on school and community service projects as a way to involve students in Graduation Congratulations!! To Our Grandson MICHAEL A. MARTIN and the Class of 1991 at MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Just a GREAT GROUP the WORLD is yours!!! Admiringly, Harold and Bessie Stewart Jack & Judy « Country Stop in and try our Breakfast Kettle Congratulations to our 1991 Graduate KRISTEN REID We wish you the best ... Jack & Judy and all the gang! HOURS: Open 7 Days 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Country Kettle Cafe Nashville shville’s friendtj fimilj restaurant with family prices pri 113 Main Street, Nashville PHONE 852-1551 The check from Carol Satterly’s seventh grade Skills of Adolescence class was presented by the teacher to Jacob West and his mother, Lori. The funds will help the West family acquire electronic equipment to enable the boy to communicate without sign language by the time he enters school in the fall. of turtles, trucks and school their learning process. Satterly’s class undertook buses. He also let them know all aspects of organizing and that there was a bit of litter conducting the sale, which outside their classroom earned $247.25 for the Jacob window! Jacob’s bright antics and West fund. A check for that amount was presented to his sunny disposition charmed the mother Monday during the class. The boy, who will be 5 classroom visit. She was ac­ on Sept. 18, began learning companied by Jacob and his basic sign language at age 1 and now can.“talk” faster younger sister, Kelsey, 3. than his mother can interpret. Jacob also has an older sister, He will receive training this 8, and brother, 6. summer to learn how to com­ After the presentation, Jacob, who now knows about municate with a Touch­ Talker. But for now, he sign­ 300 words of sign language, ed one special word as he left communicated with Satterly’s the classroom: “Thanks!” seventh-graders about his love Maple Valley senior gets Byrd Scholarship The State Board of Educa­ tion has announced that 228 Michigan high school June graduates will each receive a $1,500 college-of-their-choice scholarship. Maple Valley High School senior Lisa Long of Nashville is among the group. The federally-funded awards, the Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarships, are a one-time college scholarship for high school graduates who have demonstrated academic excellence and achievement. A total of $342,000 will be granted in this fifth year ofthe program. The financial resources of the recipient’s family are not a criterion for determining eligibility. The state board said each high school principal in the state nominates an outstanding graduating senior baed on high school academic achieement and test scores. Each scholarship recipient may use the Byrd Scholarship at the college ofhis or her choice. It is not renewable. The selection of scholarship recipients is coordinated with the Academic All-State Team Program, which is ad­ ministered by the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals, in coopera­ tion with the Detroit Free Press. Adult education graduation set for tonight The Maple Valley Adult Education graduation ceremony will be held Tues­ day, May 28, at 7:30 p.m. in the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School auditorium. The public is invited to attend. Little Jacob West charmed the seventh graders with his bright antics. He was fascinated by TV equipment he saw in the classroom and school buses he spotted outside. Decks dditions _ ... ? Insulation Armour’s Remodeling “No Job Too Small” BRYON ARMOUR License #083426 Ph (517) 852-9313 after 5:00 112 Cleveland St. Nashville, Nil 49073 A Door for all Reason ... 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In 1981 she married Thomas Lesage, a career Marine now assigned to Beaufort Air Station but cur­ rently deployed to Japan. Since their marriage, the Lesages have spent two years in California, four years in Texas and three in Hawaii. The couple has four children ranging in age from 8 years to 10 months. Mary has taught at Beaufort High for two years. She said the Coach of the Year award came as a surprise. “I didn’t expect to receive the award so early in my coaching experience,” she said. There was no softball at Beaufort High when Mary was hired. She developed the program and within two years took her team into state playoff competition with a 14-4 record this season. Castelein HASTINGS - Nial R. Castelein, 83 of 3891 East Quimby Road, Hastings, passed away Monday, May 20, 1991 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Castelein was bom on October 5, 1907 in Hastings Township, Barry County, the son of William and Myrtle (Reid) Castelein. He was raised in Hastings Township and attended the Quimby School and Hastings High School. Has resided at his present address for the past 47 years. Mr. Castelein was married to Dorothy A. Otis on April 5, 1929. He was employed at the Union Steam Pump Company in Battle Creek from 1932 to 1944 and then employed at the E.W. Bliss Company in Hast­ ings until he retired in 1970. He was a member of Quim­ by United Methodist Church, 45 year life member of the Hastings I.O.O.F. #57, the Rebekahs #53, Hastings Moose Lodge #628, Bliss Reti­ rees, Barry County Police Association, Democratic Party and a 20 year Hastings Town­ ship Trustee. Mr. Castelein is survived by his wife, Dorothy; son’s, William Castelein of Middle­ ville, Ronald Castelein of Huntsville, Alabama; daught­ er, Peggy Segur of Delton; 10 grandchildren and 12 great­ grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brother, Charles Castelein. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 23, at the Wren Funeral Home with Reverend James Noggle officiating. Burial was at Hastings Town­ ship Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Quimby United Methodist Church or charity of one’s choice. ‘‘As a player and a coach I have always been very com­ petitive and set my goals high and expected a lot from myself and my players,” noted Mary, adding that many of her players felt she was never satisfied. “I knew what they were capable of and didn’t let up until they realized what good ball players they could be. Once they saw their potential they played well and made it to the state playoffs.” The Coach of the Year award will be presented to her at a May 29 banquet in South Carolina. The Lesages plan to be in Michigan in late summer to attend Mary’s 15th-year class reunion on Aug. 17. She will return to her teaching job at Beaufort High in the fall, and will again coach softball. ‘‘Softball has always been my first love and I feel right at home on the field,” said Mary. Mary Drake Lesage, a 1976 Maple Valley High School graduate, has been selected to receive a Coach of the Year award in South Carolina, where she is a high school physical education teacher and softball coach. School, an AAA class school by Susan Hinckley with 1,200 students. StaffWriter The Lesage family lives at Former Nashville resident Bertha Grace McKinney Mary Lesage recently was Laurel Bay, S.C. Mary graduated in 1985 NASHVILLE Bertha West Virginia, the daughter of voted coach of the year in the Grace McKinney, 94 ofNash­ Jacob and Ellen (Brown) Bom. Lower *State 6-AAA Con­ from the University of Texas DAVID D. ROSIER at Arlington with a bachelor’s ville passed away Tuesday, She was raised in Reedsville, ference of South Carolina. Daughter of Arthur Drake degree in secondary educa­ May 21,1991 at her residence. West Virginia and attended DIRECTOR------------Mrs. McKinney was bom schools there. She was a home­ of Nashville and the late tion, having a major in April 17, 1897 in Reedsville, maker and came to Kalamazoo Mabie (Frith) Drake, and a THE CONDOLENCE CALL Help Wanted 11 years ago and to Nashville 1976 Maple Valley graduate, expresses sympathy and The condolence call is Mary is a physical education POSITION OPENING five years ago. offers help in a difficult distinct from attendance She was married to Otto F. teacher and head varsity soft­ For 1991-1992 School Year. time. The bereaved at the viewing or funeral. McKinney November 21, ball coach at Beaufort High HEALTH CARE SPECIALIST. should know that they It is a personal home Work involves caring for the 1915 in Reedsville, West are not alone in their visit made to a bereaved health care needs of a student. Wanted Virginia. He preceded her in grief, that there are peo­ individual or family death October 28, 1959. She I WOULD LIKE A PICTURE Procedures to be preformed ple who care about and by relatives, friends, include: 1. Manual resuscitation was a member ofthe Vermont­ OF Class of 1920, Vermontville understand their sorrow. neighbors, associates, - CPR. 2. Respiratory assess­ ville Bible Church and VFW High School. Would like to ment. 3. Breathing treatment. 4. It also helps maintain acquaintances soon Ladies Auxiliary. ties between that person after they have learned borrow to make copy for myself. Suctioning. 5. Oxygen delivery. OFFERING COMPLETE Mrs. McKinney is survived Call Sherrie at 945-4681. and the society. This not of the death. However, 6. Tracheal care. 7. Possible WATER & WELL by two sons, William McKin­ only demonstrates the individual who fails emergency treatment. 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Essay award. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Members of the Class of 1991 as well as underclassmen received recognition and awards for scholastic achieve­ ment Tuesday at the annual Maple Valley Honors Night. School counselor Ward Rooks and teacher Carol Sat- Asparagus Calorie Counter’s Friend Conkey’s Achin’ Acres 3446 Shaytown Road Vermontville, Ml 49096 Ken & Nancy • (517) 726-0240 After 1 P.M. - No answer keep trying terly served as master and mistress of ceremonies at the event conducted in the high school auditorium. Presentation of scholarships and special awards to a number of seniors comprised the first segment of the pro­ gram. This year, Maple Valley has a record-setting, three-way tie for valedic­ torian, plus a salutatorian and 14 other High Honors seniors, in addition to 27 students who will graduate with honors. “We have many, many outstanding seniors,’’ Prin­ cipal Larry Lenz told the au­ dience. 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The four top students, Lisa Long, Ryan Rosin and Tina Yost (who each earned a 3.992 grade point average) and Jennifer Swartz (3.977 GPA) have been awarded a combined four-year total of $53,500 in scholarship funds. Long will pursue a pre-med course at Michigan State University; Rosin will attend Western Michigan University with plans to enter the field of engineering; Yost is going to Albion College for a double major in pre-law and earth sciences with the aim of becoming a corporate en­ vironmental attorney; and Swartz will study pre-med at WMU with an eye on becom­ ing an oral surgeon. Tuesday night, Long and Rosin also were presented the U of M dictionary awards. Emily Butler was named recipient ofthe $1,000 Zemke Memorial scholarship. The presentation was made by Martha Zemke of Vermontville. Three seniors, Jody DeGroot, Lisa Long and Amy Rasey, shared the Douglass Vogt Memorial scholarship, awarded by the Nashville Lions Club. Lion Donald Pix­ ley made the presentation. A new scholarship at Maple Valley this year came from the Woodland Eagles and was presented by Joe and Billie Rose Marcum of Nashville. Sheryl Finkler and Derek Brown were selected as reci­ pients. Each was awarded $500. The Nashville Woman’s Literary Club awarded a $150 Karris True, a Maple Valley Varsity Club alumna had die honor of presenting the Vickie Fox-Carey Wolfe Memorial scholarships to five seniors. Any Varsity Club member who has earned at least one letter is eligible to receive the award. scholarship to Dawn Othmer. Club President Marge Wolff made the presentation to Othmer, who also was named to receive the Maple Valley Student Council scholarship along with Michele Gordon. Jason Hoefler, Student Council president, made those presentations. Continued on next page— MENCYAN ... for... Maple valley school Board VOTE JUNE IO Paid for by Committee to Elect Mengyan Maple Valley Trees and Shrubs 2501 N. Ionia Rd. Vermontville, Mich. (1 mile South of Nashville Hwy.) 726-1108 Register for drawing. A tree to be given away HOURS: 9 a.m. to Dusk; Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. HEARTWORM TESTING Medication and vaccines—Dog or cat NASHVILLE FIRE HALL Wednesday 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday 1 to 3 p.m. THROUGH JUNE 1 ONLY For the Ark Mobile Veterinary Unit next to Fire Hall — All other times for surgery, treatments, or testing by appointment — Please call 616-792-9500. We are trying to establish quality and convenient small animal care at affordable prices — your support is appreciated. Closed Memorial weekend Dr. Larry Julius �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1991 — Page 13 A special cake was served after the awards ceremony. Among those hosting the reception were (from left) Linda Johnson, Marge Wolff, Judy Hager and Sharlot Sours. From previous page— Dawn Othmer (left) received a $150 scholarship from the Nashville Woman's Literary Club. Making the presentation was Marge Wolff, club president. Dawn also was selected for a Student Council Scholarship along with Michele Gordon. True described the five winners as “outgoing, friendly, and always willing to lend a hand.” They are Tammy Ashley, Emily Butler, Lisa Long, Willis Rugg and Andy True. The Scholar-Athlete award given by the U. S. Army was presented to Tammy Ashley and Jason Hoefler by SSG Curry, who noted that both had “excelled in academic and athletic ability.” Janel Hansen, who has served as drum major of the Maple Valley High School marching band, was named to receive the Semper Fidelius award given by the U. S. Marine Corps. Sgt. Karsten, who made the presentation, said it is awarded to a senior band member who has demonstrated “good citizen­ ship and leadership.” Athletic Director Bill Rivest announced the Maple Valley Lion awards, which are given to “a select group of outstan­ ding athletes.” Those named were Tammy Ashley, Scott Casteele, Cindy Furlong, Jason Hoefler and JeffMoore. Janel Hansen (left) received the Semper Fidelius Award from the U.S. Marine Corps. Selected for a Scholar-Athlete award from the U.S. Army were Jason Hoefler and Tammy Ashley. These two also were among five named for the Maple Valley Lion award. Also at Tuesday’s event, Judge Borsos was present to name first- and second-place winners of a United Nations Essay contest. They are Jen­ nifer Swartz and Terry Demp­ sey, respectively. The essay by Swartz, who was awarded $75, has now been entered in state competition. After presentation of High Honors and Honors seniors, the program turned to recognition of outstanding students in grades 9 through 12. Those who achieved honor roll listings, all-A rank­ ings, and excellence in a variety of academic subjects and extracurricular activities were spotlighted. Each of the selected students stepped for­ ward for announcement of his or her achievements and received a round of applause. After the event in the auditorium, refreshments were served in the school cafeteria. Those is charge of the reception were Linda Johnson, Norma Acker, Marge Wolff, Terri Lake, Sharlot Sours, Judy Hager and Lucy Martin. Former Maple Valley student graduates in Florida This was the first year for a scholarship award at Maple Valley by the Woodland Eagles. Derek Brown and Sheryl Finkler each received a $500 scholarship from the organization. Martin attended Maple Valley schools beginning at the kindergarten level through the seventh grade. He then moved to Florida with his family, Bernie, June, and Tammy Martin. Kyle plans to attend USF in Tampa, majoring in marine biology. Since being in Florida, he has worked in fish farms, and wants to work with sharks and other sea life after college. Kyle Martin, a former resi­ dent of Nashville, will be one of 392 graduating from East Bay High School on June 5. Graduation will be held at the University of South Florida Sun Dome, Tampa, Fla. CRACKED OR BOWED BASEMENT WALES? Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 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Fassett Body Shop 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml » 616-527-2724 127 S. Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1991 — Page 14 Visitors 'see' the USA with Maplewood’s Tour America The third annual Tour America was staged Thursday evening at Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville. Thanks to painstaking research and work by three classes of fifth-graders there, other students, parents and visitors were able to get a glimpse of the 50 states and the District of Columbia without leaving town. And while the mini-tour of America is entertainting to visitors, it repesents important lessons learned by its creators. “It is the culmination of a year of studying the United State, beginning with the Vik­ ings to the present day,” said Vicki Williams, the fifth­ grade teacher in charge of the project. Bernie Hynes and Bob Smith are the other teachers whose students also were involved in the program. Williams said Tour Katrina Rasey's display zeroed in on the logging to learning, because it re­ quires students to learn skills of researching, creating, developing and writing. Each student is assigned a state and asked to become an “expert” on it. This means they must accumulate and The Board of Commissioners for the research all sorts of informa­ tion on “their” state. County of Eaton met in regular ses­ Topics covered include the sion at the County Facilities, in the history, natural resources, in­ City of Charlotte on Wednesday, May dustry, commerce, famous people and places of their 15, 1991. respective states. Minutes of the meeting are availa­ Students use all subject ble in the County Clerk’s Office at skills in producing their pro­ jects: social studies (state 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte study), math (making charts or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485­ and graphs), English (writing 6444, Ext. 225. a research paper) and reading (library skills). Besides the Linda M. 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Travis VanAlstine’s Indiana booth featured a miniature basketball court with players; Emily Cerny’s display for Kentucky was centered around a replica of Churchill Downs; Liz Stanton made a miniature Hoover Dam for Nevada; Kelly Moore’s Mississippi showed a tiny forest and rows of cotton “growing” in dark black soil; Joheather Grant’s deserted South Dakota gold-mining shaft delighted her fellow students; and Jeremy Camp­ bell’s exquisite Washington Monument and Arlington Na­ tional Cemetery were eye­ catchers in his Washington D.C. display. The following were the states and their tour guides: Alabama - Jessica Gilmore Alaska - Doug Philipp Arizona - Ben Woodworth Arkansas - Nick Little California - Brad Conroy Colorado - Erin Booher, Cor­ ey LaMance Connecticut - Jim Thornton Delaware - Jeremiah Morris Florida- Jason Thomson, Brandon Cross Georgia - Jennifer Forquer Hawaii - Jessica Dempsey, Brandon Harmon Idaho - Holly Carrigan Illinois - Lisa Gibson Indiana - Travis VanAlstine Iowa - Josh Tompson Kansas - Dan Butcher Kentucky - Emily Cerny Louisiana - Dan Shipman Maine - Mandy Pierce Maryland Kristen Klinkhammer Massachusetts - Dawn Stine Michigan - Brianne Haley Minnesota - Jason Grasman, Joshua Coker Mississippi - Kelly Moore Missouri - Jonathon Kay Montana - Trevor Wawiemia Nebraska - Jenny Hoisington Nevada - Liz Stanton New Hampshire - Matt Rose New Jersey - Corty Pethick New Mexico - Robbie Hill New York - Billie Jo Cousins, Derrick Stair North Carolina Kim Pennington North Dakota Corey Bowman Ohio - Greg Shook, Jason Betts Oklahoma - Jamie Potter Oregon - Katrina Rasey Pennsylvania Michelle Dennis Rhode Island -Mindy Powers South Carolina Damien Chesebro Elizabeth's Stanton's dam represented the Hoover Dam in Nevada. It actually had a flow of water. South Dakota Joheather Grant Tennessee Dawn Vandervlucht, Shelly Arras Texas - Steve Doyle Utah - Erica White Vermont - Josh Cook Virginia - Rusty Cox Washington - Nick Milligan West Virginia - Jamie Rasey Wisconsin - Travis Mclntrye, Katie Krive Wyoming - Casey Hudson, Alisha Pena District of Columbia - Beth Sleeper, Jeremy Campbell THE BEST DEAL ON EARTH! Sale $1337 • • • • • All Gear Direct-Drive Transmission 6, 8 And 10 HP Engine 3 Forward, 1 Reverse Gear Electronic Ignition PTO To Accept Front & Rear Mount Attachments: Rotary Mower Cutter Mower Chipper Shredder (8HP & Above) Snowthrower And More TROWBRIDGE’S Auto Parts & Service Center 130 South Main Vermontville 726-0569 OPEN: Monday thru Friday 7 to 7; Saturday 8 to 5 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1991 — Page 15 Title in hand. Lions look to make tournament run Now that the MV Lion baseball team has wrapped up the league title, visions of a long tournament run are danc­ ing in their heads. Maple Valley took the first step in that direction Thursday night with a 7-1 thumping of S.M.A.A. rival Olivet. Lion pitcher Jason Hoefler’s bid for a no-hitter was broken up in the seventh inning, when the Eagles collected two hits. The Lions scored twice in the opening inning to take the lead. Levi Shantz walked, Shantz was the only Maple Valley player with two hits, as Franks’ double and five singles comprised the remainder of its eight hits. The win assured the Lions of a spot in the Leslie district. Maple Valley will battle either Dansville, Springport or the host squad Friday at 10 a.m. Last year the Lions lost to eventual district champion Michigan Center, which then advanced to a regional title. Wednesday night Maple Valley survived a late Eaton Rapids rally, holding on for a 16-14 win in a slugfest. Eaton Tapids won the Capital Cir­ cuit title this year. Brent Haag picked up the win in relief in his first action on the mound this season. He came on in the second and worked three innings before giving way to Kirk Warner. Paul Adrianson closed the door for the Lions, picking up the save. Maple Valley pounded out 15 hits in the contest, in­ cluding three each by Franks, Haag and Hoefler. Franks belted his fifth homer of the season, while Josh Clifford also rapped a solo dinger in the second. The Lions led 15-5 after four and appeared headed for a mercy-rule win, but Eaton Rapids refused to fold, steadi­ ly chipping away at the lead. MENGVAN ... for... Maple valley school Board VOTE JUNE IO Maple Valley's Tammy Ashley anchored the 1600 relay to a new meet record at Wednesday's S.M.A.A. league meet. The Lions easily defeated the rest of the field and will set its sights on a Class C state title Saturday at Byron Center, Exquisite detail is seen in Jeremy Campbell's replica of two Washington D. C. attractions: the Washington Monumnent and Arlington National Cemetery, complete with eternal flame on the grave of JFK. Your Carpets Appearance Is Important •PROffSSONAl CARPET and UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Truck Mounted Steam Cleaning System V When it I can’t be a cleaned leave It to our ROIARVJEI UIMCIOR Rotary Jet Extractor It will clean A restore matted fibers to a like new appearance 20 Times More Powerful Than Portable Units RESIDENTIAL A COMMERCIAL Fully Insured & Bonded • Quiet • Safe • Clean $ Deep • fries Fast • Cleaned wtlti Our Own Softened Water • Sori A Waste Waler Are laker, Away • We leave No Soapy & Sticky Residue (517) *5761626 MI MM stole second and scored on a single by Hoefler. Hoefler then stole second, advanced to third on a fielder’s choice and scored on a passed ball. Maple Valley added two more in the third when Dan Franks, who had doubled, scored on an error. Mike Martin later drove in Darrell Stine with a basehit. After two outs were record­ ed in the Lion half of the fourth, Maple Valley tallied three more runs. The only Olivet run came in the third when the Lions committed a pair of errors. Paid for by Committee to Elect Mengyan ‘Land contract terms ‘Lovely remodeled and redecorated home with 4-6 bedrooms ‘Wrap-around enclosed front porch, rear deck overlooking fenced and landscaped yard ‘Super kitchen, paved drive, garage ‘Priced to sell at $59,900! 11 (N-78) (F-50) Lions dominate all SMAA team The Maple Valley baseball team dominated the S.M.A.A. all-conference squad, selected by league coaches. Lions selected to the team were pitcher Jason Hoefler, centerfielder Levi Shantz, shortstop Dan Franks, first baseman John Shank, catcher Darrell Stine and rightfielder Brent Haag. AH were firstteam selections. 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Swan (Lansing] 323-9536 Cindy Doolittle 728-0605 Kathy Hansbarger852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! hsMUlM ■ * BBMdMMFVBVS B • Bl B B> I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1991 — Page 16 Eaton athletes attend Special Olympics event The sun was bright as 175 Eaton County special educa­ tion students met at Eaton Rapids High School Stadium for the annual Special Olym­ pics Field Day Tuesday, May 14. As many high school students from Eaton Rapids and Charlotte high schools were there as volunteers to help each athlete and assist in the events. The Eaton Rapids Kiwanis Club sponsors the event each year, planning the entire body, providing help, and ar­ ranging for food donations for lunch. Maria Peak, Eaton In­ termediate special ed teacher and co-coordinator of Special Olympics, along with Chuck Rabey, commented that the help from the Kiwanis Club members was wonderful. “We cannot thank them enough, they do a wonderful job of this each year.” The Eaton Rapids High School Band led the parade around the track to begin the event. Athletes lined up to greet and get autographs from members of the Michigan State University hockey and football teams. The Neon Clowns, Big Bow, Spartie and Mr. Michigan were on hand to entertain athletes as they waited for their events. Sixty-three of the athletes will attend the state games in Mt. Pleasant May 30. Junior high girls take SMAA championship Maplewood school cook honored at retirement Pauline Dies, head cook at Maplewood school in Vermontville since 1964, was honored at a Wednes­ day afternoon retirement party staged by the Maple Valley Educational Support Personnel Association. On behalf of MVESP, Stan Graham of the Maplewood maintenance staff, presented Dies with a plaque honoring her 27 years of loyal service. Dies was pro­ moted to head cook just three weeks after she was hired, and has been responsible for feeding 250 kids each school day. Pauline plans to spend her free time traveling and visiting her family, which includes eight children and 17 grandchildren. The Maple Valley Junior High School girls’ track team captured its third consecutive SMAA championship last week at Olivet. Jody Mazurek won the shot put with a toss ofjust over 32 feet. Sarah Leep set a school record and Olivet track record while winning the two-mile in 13:05. Holly Taylor was first in the 60-yard hurdles in a track and school record time of 9.4 seconds. She also won the high jump with a leap of4-10, tying the school record set by Karis True, and took first in the 100-yard hurdles. Seventh grader Kathryn Murphy shattered the school and tack record with her win­ ning time of 5:55 in the open mile. Taking second were the 880 relay team with Nichole Kir­ win, Nicole Reid, Kristy Prid­ dy and Robin Hale; and the 4-H Dog Club meets The winning Woofers 4-H Dog Club will sponsor a pre­ fair dog match Saturday, June 1, in the 4-H Building on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. Pre-entries are $3 per entry if sent in by May 22. Entries will be $4 the day of the show and they will be taken up to 10 a.m. The show starts at 10 For entry forms or more in­ formation, contact Margo Ward at (517) 663-4928 or the Eaton County Extension of­ fice at 543-2310 or 372-5594. ATTENTION: HORIZONS CLUB MEMBERS Join us for the ... Cruisin Down The River Tour on Thursday, June 13, 1991 TOUR INCLUDES: * Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Continental Breakfast and Lunch • River Cruise of Grand River and Spring Lake • Shopping time at Mosiers Dried Flower Barn and Much More! Please call River Bend Travel in Hastings at 945-9852 to sign up or contact Jeralee Sheldon at Hastings City Bank for more information. mile relay team of Murphy, Leep, Shannon Hoffman and Jody Hickey. Others scoring points were Kirwin, third, long jump, and fourth, 220; Hoffman, third, 880; Samantha Ashley, fourth, 880; Hale, third, 220; Ara Pinida and Jennifer Mittelsteadt, sixth and fifth in the two-mile run; Leep, tie for fourth, high jump; Hickey, fifth, 440; Racheal Thomp­ son, fifth, 100; and the 440 relay with Mazurek, Reid, Jenny Koch and Jackie Sealy, fourth. The team finished the season with a 6-1 dual meet record overall. Four school records were broken and one was tied. The boys’ and girls’ teams will have an end of the season party Thursday at Putnam Park. Parents who can help are urged to contact either of the coaches. Records fall as M.V. girls track team wins league title Seven meet records and two school records were set last Wednesday as the Maple Valley girls varsity track team tallied 168 points to romp to its fourth consecutive S.M.A.A. league title. Olivet was runner up in the meet with 86 points. Junior Janet Boldrey took first in three individual Business Services events, setting meet records in BANKRUPTCY LEGAL all three. She jumped 17-0 in Services. First consultation free. the long jump, ran the 400 Fees fully explained in advance. meter dash in 1:00.7 and ran Call 945-3512 for appointment the 200 in 26.7. Boldrey also PET GROOMING most teamed up with Jennifer breeds, pickup and delivery Phenix, Stephanie Bouwens and Retha Byrd to win the 800 available. 852-0728. relay with a school-record REFRIGERATORS: Rebuilt time of 1:50.0. and reconditioned refrigerators. Junior Tracy Kangas won 616-964-9377._____________ two individual events, throw­ ROOFING-SIDING­ ing the shot put 36’3” and the REMODELING-NEW discus 115’3”. She establish­ CONSTRUCTION give us a ed meet records in both call - we do it all. HENEY events. CONSTRUCTION The 3200 relay team of 1-517-852-9945. Alice Moore, Cindy Furlong, VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ Mindy Shoup and Tammy ING licensed and insured. Free Ashley took first with a meet­ estimates. 543-1002. record time of 10:14.7, while the 1600 relay team of Thank You CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank all ofthe parents and members that helped with the Band Booster's Pancake at the Syrup Festival. A special thanks to Denise Hanson who has done a lot of calling this year, also a big thanks to Don and Pat Rasey, Sherri Reynolds, Nancy Rosin, and all that given extra time for projects this year. A special thanks should also go to the Band Students, Janel Hanson and Dennis Vanerhoff for the finejob the Band and Jazz Band has done this year. Connie Steward _________________& Family CARD OF THANKS As a band family we would like to say a Big Thank You and Congratulations to the Maple Valley Marching Band and director, Dennis Vanderhoef for the greatjob that they did in the Parade of Bands at Holland Tulip Festival. They made Maple Valley look proud. The Stewards For Sale PIANO FOR SALE: Wanted: Responsible party to assume small monthly payments on piano. See locally. Call credit manager 1-800-447-4266. - MEMBER FDIC - Athlete Don Krueger, a resident of the Maple Valley Schools are with student helper Dan Gibbs from Eaton Rapids High School. HASTINGS BANNER subscriptions. Phone 948-8051. Bouwens, Phenix, Shoup and Ashley placed first with a meet record time of 4:14.5. Shoup also won the 800 in 2:26.8. Taking second was Phenix in the 100 and 300-meter hurdles, setting a school record in the 300 meter hurdles with a time of 47.8 seconds. Also placing second was Rachelle Cheeseman in the discus, Lora Emery in the shot put, Kelly Eastman in the long jump, Ashley in the 800 and Furlong in the 3200. Also placing in the top five for the Lions were Cheri Ses­ sions, third in the high jump; Furlong, third in the 1600 meter run; Byrd, fourth in the 100 meter dash; Bouwens, fourth in the long jump; and the 400 relay team of Moore, Renee Rosin, Shoup and Byrd. The team will travel to the Barry County Invitation to­ day, go to the Lansing State Journal Honor Roll meet on Wednesday and travel to Byron Center on Saturday for the Class C State meet. beans, potato salad, fruitjello, Maple Valley cake. Jr .-Sr. High School Friday, May 31 Wednesday, May 29 Chicken nuggets, dip, *Salad, *Pizza, corn, mashed potatoes, green peaches. beans, bread and butter, Thursday, May 30 peaches. *Salad, *Hot Dog, NOTE: Milk is served with ♦Macaroni and Cheese, green each meal. Salads available on beans, pears, roll/butter, Tuesdays and Fridays. ♦Salad Bar. Fuller St. School Friday, May 31 Wednesday, May 29 ♦Salad, *Burritos, Hot dog on bun, french reg./sauce, *Tuna Sand., peas, apple. fries, peach. Monday, June 3 Thursday, May 30 ♦Salad, *Pizza, corn, Tuna sandwich, pickle pineapple. spears, applesauce, cookie. Tuesday, June 4 Friday, May 31 ♦Salad, ♦Corn Dog, French toast/syrup, sausage ♦Tuna/Noodle Cass., mixed links, fresh fruit, juice. veg., peaches, roll and butter, Monday, June 3 salad bar. Hot dogs/bun, tater rounds, NOTE: *Choose one en­ juice. tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A Tuesday, June 4 choice of lowfat white or Meat sandwich, peas, chocolate or whole milk is peach, pudding. served with each meal. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A Maplewood School choice of lowfat white or Wednesday, May 29 chocolate or whole milk is Thursday, May 30 served with each meal. Hot Dog on bun, baked � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-06-04.pdf 31b46cbf84d05cd322915936235f5a48 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 -S. Church St HASTINGS, Ml 49058-1893. 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. 119 - No. 45 — Tuesday, June 4. 1991 Maple Valley Adult Education graduates record-setting class by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The largest class in .the history of adult education at Maple Valley schools receiv­ ed diplomas last Tuesday night. Twenty-nine people qualified for graduation: 26 were present for the ceremony in the high school auditorium; two were absent, and one wished to remain anonymous. “This (anonymity) is something we do if requested by the student,” said Com­ munity Education Director Kay Hartzler, who has been associated with the Maple Valley program for 10 years. Tueday’s, commencement was well attended by families of graduates, some of whom had their own “cheering sec­ tions” as they received their diplomas. The Ionia-Maple Valley Community Band under the direction of Charles Brill, provided music for the occa­ sion, offering the traditional “Pomp and Circumstance” as the prospective graduates walked down the aisle to the stage. ’ Later, the band played “Climb Every Mountain” during the exercises and the “Coronation March” as a recessional. “It has taken an extra ef­ fort, but you’ve made it and you should be proud,” Dr. Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools, told the graduates. “Don’t stop now. The good news is that you made it through high school. The bad news is that you’ve got more work ahead of you if you want to keep up with the kids.” At least three of the 26 graduates present for the ceremony are already enrolled for college-level classes. Beverly Caldwell Petrey, who addressed the audience as part of the program, said she will pursue advanced educa­ tion in the field of electronics. “By the time I’m done I hope to have a degree in elec­ tronics,” said Petrey. Four other graduates spoke briefly from the podium to ex*press their appreciation of the local Community Education program. They were Thomas Fletcher, Joyce Reid, Eddie Wood and Kathy Atkinson. The latter shared her sen­ timents in an original poem written for the occasion. Guest speaker Terry Seitier, School election Monday to decide candidates, Headlee measure by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Maple Valley voters will choose three new school board members Monday and decide an important financial issue when they consider a Headlee Amendment override. At stake is more than $52,000 that would be lost to schools if voters do not approve the override, which asks whether the maximum authorized millage rate should be levied instead of a rollback required by Michigan’s socalled Headlee Amendment. The Headlee law mandates a millage reduction ifproperty assessment increases in a school district exceed the annual rate of inflation. Preliminary figures presented to the Maple Valley School Board in May showed that state equalized valuation (SEV) of properties in v the district jumped an average of 8 percent while the cost of living rose only 5.4 percent. Local officials say last year’s reappraisal ofCastleton Township properties by a professional firm contributed to thejump in SEV. Eaton County properties in the district showed an increase of only about 4 percent, while those in Barry County rose more than 13 percent. Rejection of the Headlee override would mean that Maple Valley’s current millage rate of 29.01 would drop to 28.69. The local school board has expressed concern that legal wording ofthe proposal could mislead voters into believing that they are being asked for a millage increase, which is not true. “Ifthe ballot proposal is ap­ proved, the tax rate for school operations will remain at 29.01, where it has been since 1986,” noted Dr. Ozzie Parks, superintendent of Maple Valley schools. If voters do not approve the See Election, on page 5 The 1991 Maple Valley Community Education adult graduates are (front, from left) Stacy Morgan, Pamela Reichard, Elizabeth Fletcher, Joyce Reid, Katerina Brumm, Jean Shapley, Darcie Elliston, Kathy Atkinson, Lynne Stampski, (middle row) Community Education Director Kay Hartzler, Joy Whipple, Frankie Reid, Beverly Petrey, Lona Pearson, Diann LaBelle, Jennifer Hill, Fonda Primm, Kathy Horn, Janna Drake, Darcy Powell, (back) John Fitzpatrick, Gaylord Pennington, Thomas Fletcher, John Pearson, Ronald Pearson, Eddie Wood and Blane White. a 1990 graduate of the Maple Valley program, also delivered a short but power­ ful message. He said most adults “have all got a reason” why they put offgoing back to high school to earn their diplomas, but he urged them not to use those excuses. He said his young son was an in­ spiration for him to seek his diploma when he asked: “Dad, why do I have to finish school, when you didn’t?” Seitier had high praise for the Maple Valley program and advised those who do not have high school diplomas: “Please go back and get your education for your own good.” In her remarks, Hartzler praised the families who are “great supporters” of loved ones who go back to school. She asked each of the See Adult Ed., on page 2 Kathy Horn (left) and her mother, Joyce Reid, were among the 26 students receiving diplomas at Tues­ day's event. Maple Valley *91 grads advised to 'hit the ground running* A row of graduates with diplomas and roses in hand await the graduation of the rest of their classmates. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Maple Valley’s Class of 1991 received diplomas Sun­ day, along with words of wisdom for the future. The commencement speaker, selected by the students, was Maple Valley High School Counselor Ward Rooks. “With this diploma there are some things you cannot do,” Rooks warned the graduates. “You cannot get the kind ofjob you could have 20 years ago.” Rooks stressed the role of inceasing technology in the workplace and the steady disappearance of unskilled jobs. “Many ofthe jobs you peo­ ple will pursue later don’t even exist yet,” predicted Rooks. He advised the students to be prepared by seeking higher education, and “to hit the ground running.” He also encouraged the young people to do their part to “bring back old-fashioned American craftsmaship and ingenuity.” . Rooks made his remarks before a large audience gathered at the Fuller Street field for the afternoon ceremony. Ninety-six seniors (out of a class of 106) were awarded diplomas Sunday, with a record-setting number of honor students. “This class is very outstan­ ding,” said Dr. Ozzie Parks, See Graduation, page 15 In This Issue... • MV Physical Ed students honored • Parades, ceremonies mark Memorial Day celebrations • Lighter Than Air bay held locally • Patriotism highlights Alumni Banquet �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 — Page 2 i Adult Education , from front page Beverly Caldwell Petrey told the audience she planned to pursue higher educa­ tion in the field of electronics. Graduate Frankie Reid is surrounded by her eight grandchildren at the recep­ tion after the ceremony. The entire family was present for the occasion. graduates to claim one of the 26 white chrysanthemum plants decorating the stage and to present it to the person "who has helped you the most’’. One graduate later was seen presenting her plant to Betty Heidt, teacher at the Maple Valley Adult Education Learning Center, where daytime classes are conducted. Other teachers of evening classes held at Maple Valley high school are Sandi Christie, Pauline Hunt, Dave Hustwick, Bill Kipp, Tate Mix, Linda Miller, Mike Schneiderhan, Mandy Smith and Marge Wolff. Students receiving diplomas at the ceremony were Kathy Atkinson, Katerina Brumm, Janna Drake, Darcie Elliston, This family duo graduating together were Elizabeth Fletcher and her son, Thomas. John Fitzpatrick, Elizabeth Fletcher, Thomas Fletcher, Jennifer Hill, Kathy Hom, Diann LaBelle, Stacy Morgan, John Pearson, Lona Pearson, Ronald Pearson, Gaylord Pennington, Beverly Caldwell Petrey, Darcy Powell, Fonda Primm, Pamela Reichard, Frankie Reid, Joyce Reid, Jean Shapley, Lynne Stampski, Joy Whipple, Blane White and Eddie Wood. Abesent were Connie Long and Helen Pontius. Among the graduates were a mother and son (Elizabeth and Thomas Fletcher), a mother and daughter (Joyce Reid and Kathy Hom), and a husband and wife (John and Lona Pearson), plus his brother, Ronald Pearson. The Pearson boys also have two other brothers and a sister-in­ law graduating from a com­ munity education program at Harrison, Mich., this month. Nashville vocalist Margaret Reid, an alumna of the Maple Valley Community Education program, had intended to per­ form at Tuesday’s ceremony, but had lost her voice and was unable to sing her original piece written especially for adult graduates. She sang it at the 1990 ceremony. This year, she played her recording of "It’s Your Desire” for the audience. Hartzler awarded perfect attendance certificates to nine of the graduates; gave recogni­ tion for “perserverance” to seven; granted Word Process­ ing awards to two; and cited Eddie Wood for high scores on his GED tests, including one in which he achieved a rarely-reached 100 percent. Ages of the graduates span some 45 years, ranging from young adults to senior citizens. Diplomas were awarded by Dr. Parks and Charles Viele Sr., vice president of the Board of Education. Gaylord Pennington, 64, has been working toward his high school diploma since 1979, when he commenced classes in the Hastings adult education program. Heart bypass surgery interrupted his plans and two years ago he resumed studies at Maple Valley. As a young lad, Pennington attended the Shores rural school north of Nashville, then left school after his freshmen year in the village. Now that he has his high Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass........... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR 16605763 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . .10 a.m. Church Service . . 11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship . .9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. • REV. RICHARD YOUNG QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School.. 10:30 a.m. Worship............. 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. Schoo 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 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... ..7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................. ........ 7 REV. ALAN METTLER Community education is a family affair for the Pear­ sons: John (left), his wife, Lona, and brother, Ronald, all received diplomas Tuesday. In addition, the boys have two other brothers and a sister-in-law graduating from adult ed classes at Harrison this month. school diploma, he said he is secretary. Tuesday’s ceremony was thinking about pursuing col­ lege courses and has applied opened and closed with prayers offered by the Rev. for a scholarship. Appreciation of what the Alan Mettler of Nashville adult education program has Church of the Nazarene. A reception in the high done for graduate Blane White was shown in a unique way. school cafeteria followed the On the top of his dark blue ceremony. Cake, punch and mortarboard he had attached coffee were served to the white letters that delivered a graduates and their guests. special message when he bow- MiiiiiiiiiiiuaiiiiiiaiiiKf ed his head. It read: "Thanks, S Maple Valley Athletic Boosters B arden, Tate & Deb.” Warden, The “warden,” he explain- | BINGO I ed, is Kay Hartzler. The ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA 5 others are Tate Mix, his math £ THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.” and science teacher, and Deb- 5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 g bie Baker, Hartzler’s ■ iiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiifl PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service ......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 — Page 3 Nashville VFW Post 8260 holds dual installation of new officers The Nashville VFW Post No. 8260 had a dual installa­ tion of officers May 18. Serving as installing officer for the post was District Senior Vice William Nichols. Installing officer for the ladies’ auxiliary was Audrey Dillin from the National Council of Administration. Filling in for the auxiliary president was Corrine Graham. New post officers for the year are: Commander John Rapson, Senior Vice Steve Cambric, Junior Vice Harold Wood­ man, Quartermaster Harvey Dunkelberger, Adjutant Charlotte Tesch, Chaplain Burdette Hayner, Service Of­ ficer Harold Woodman, FirstYear Trustee David Ruffner, Second-Year Trustee Robert Anderson, Third-Year Trustee Kay Rathbum and Surgeon Wayne Hill. New officers for the ladies’ auxilary are: President Linda Hummell, Senior Vice President Corrine Graham, Junior Vice Presi­ dent Victoria Banks, Treasurer Genevieve Allen, Secretary Elizabeth Nichols, Chaplain Agnes Hill, Conduc­ tress’ Alberta Lewis, Guard Karen Wertz, First-Year Trustee Jo Anne Rice, Second-Year Trustee Gloria Spidel and Third-Year Trustee Teresa Kellogg. Audrey Dillin presented the new president with her own gavel. Also attending were District Senior Vice President Vic- toria Banks and Distriuct Guard Elizabeth Nichols. Dad’s Post No. 241 also had an installation ceremony, on May 19, with OK Washburn as installing officer. New officers for the year are: President Kay Rathbum, Senior Vice Clayton Powers, Junior Vice Harvey Dunkelberger, Treasurer Raymond Histed, Chaplain Wayne Hill, Secretary Harvey Dunkelberger, Sgt. at Arms Are you getting your money’s worth? William Nichols, Guard Frank Purchiss, Jud.-Adv. Robert Decker, Three-Year Trustee Royal Thompson, Two-Year Trustee Burdette Hayner and One-Year Trustee OK Washbum. Vermontville Museum plans summer hours in June Members of the local historical society will have the Vermontville museum open for visitors Sunday afternoons from 12:30 to 3 p.m. during the month of June. It is hoped that local residents will enjoy this op­ portunity to become better acquainted with the many unusual artifacts displayed in this historic building. 99999 9999 At Eaton Federal our passbook savings account has been the traditional way to save for over 54 years. 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The strength you want...the service you need. -iBINGO; Eaton Federal *5$ ' > Bank FDIC INSURED FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 tv SIOO.MO Full AFma i*trhC M?Jd'»C*n Cn ofthe • United S&te» e» t7ovJntntfhla EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 — Page 4 Graduation came late ninty-eight years ago at Nashville High School Commencement exercises at Nashville High School were held at later dates in earlier days. The Class of 1893 graduated on June 30, some four weeks later than most present-day grads receive their diplomas. Graduation week activities in 1893 included Class Day exercises the day before com­ mencement and an alumni banquet the day after. All were staged at the opera house, then the center ofcom­ munity events, located on Washington Street near the in­ tersection of Main, The following account ap­ peared in The Nashville News issue of July 7, 1893: The exercises closed with a song, “Annie Laurie” by a ladies’ quartet, composed of Misses Ethel Wilkinson, Katharine Dickinson, Lida Feighner and Mrs. O. M. Hullinger, which was rendered in a pleasing man­ ner, after which Rev. Baxter dismissed the audience with a benediction. The alumni reunion The members of the high school alumni assocation met in their first convention Satur­ day evening at the Nashville opera house. The officers spared no pains to make this, their first reu­ nion and banquet, one long to be remembered, and they suc­ ceeded admirably in their work. The members of the association and the guests ar­ rived shortly before eight o’clock in the evening and after a few minutes spent in pleasant conversation and renewing old acquaintances and making new ones, the party was called to order and immediately repaired to the tables to partake of the delicious viands with which they were loaded. The ladies of the Congrega­ tional church are responsible for the elegant manner and taste in which the feast was spread. The tables, covered with banks of flowers, presented a pretty spectacle and to say they were “pretty as a picture” would be speak­ ing lightly of them. Mr. H. B. Andrus, master ofthe evening, was at his best and the bright little speeches with which he interlarded the responses were given in a hap­ py mood. Clyde W. Francis, who was to have responded to the sub­ ject, “Experiences ofa Newly Married Man,” was absent, so the toast was omitted. “America’s Patti,” by Miss Lida Feighner, elicited hearty applause from the merry crowd at her rendition of the old song, “Aunt Abby.” The next, “Subduing the Bike,” by S. Wilbert Smith, was very laughable as he had many comical tales to tell of his troubles with the wheel. “Women,” by Miss Lois Marshall, was good. “The World’s Fair,” by Ward Gribbin, was a good surprise to all, as they expected to be told ofthe wonderful things at the great fair, but instead were given a lot of good and witty remarks about the world’s fair sex, the girls. “Our New Members,” by Miss Bertha Marshall, was good and fitting for the occa­ sion. This ended the toasts, after which a short program was given (including) histories of the classes. The class of ’87, by Miss Emma Barber: this was the first graduating class of the Nashville schools, and was composed of four members; the class of ’88, by Mrs. Mabel Bell, the second class of the Nashville high school, which contained four members; and the class of *89 by Miss Jennie Mills. Miss Mills, not being pre­ sent the history that she had prepared was read by Ward Gribbin, a member of the class of three boys and four girls. Miss Katharine Dickinson rendered a very pretty solo, which was followed by the re­ maining class histories. There being no class graduating from the schools in 1890, con­ sequently the next history was by Miss Alice McKinnis, of the class of ’91 ofwhich there, were two boys and four girls. The last history, which was ofthe class of ’92, was written by Miss Anna Downing, the youngest members ofthe class of five, and elicited the hear­ tiest applause of the evening. It was written in verse and would do credit to a poet of note. The program was ended by a duet, “When Life is Brightest,” by Mrs. Mabel Bell and Lida Feighner, and was very pretty. And thus closed one of the most en­ joyable and successful occa­ sions of any kind ever held in our city. Commencement exercises The commencement exer­ The Nashville school cises were held at the opera graduates a sterling class house on Friday evening, and The Columbian class of the the audience was even larger Nashville schools have closed than that ofthe previous even­ their 12 years of work, have ing, every chair being filled stood the test ofexaminations, and many being compelled to have passed through the trials stand. and pleasures of commence­ On this occasion, Miss ment week and have received At age 14, Edward D. Smith was the youngest pupil Katharine Dickinson played their diplomas. ever to receive a diploma from Nashville High School the class march while the We consider ourselves safe teachers, graduates and board at the time he was graduated in 1893. The average in saying that no brighter or of education took their places age of his class of eight members was less than 17 more intellectual class has on the stage, and the exercises been graduated in Michigan in years. were opened by a solo, 1893. The eight young ladies “Grandma’s Lullaby,” by and gentlemen who comprised ed with nearly 200 extra chosen words. Miss Ida Burgman, a sweet C. F. Hough followed with this class have nobly won their chairs for the occasion, and little maid of five summers, laurels, and they wear them the wisdom of this was ap- a baritone solo, titled “Past who completely captured the parent before the exercises and Future,” receiving proudly, yet modestly. hearts of the vast assemblage. The class is comprised of commenced, for nearly every merited applause. Rev. J. S. Steininger made Frank C. Lentz had the four ladies and four seat was filled. The stage was an eloquent invocation of the gentlemen, namely Misses very handsomely decorated salutatory and bade the au­ with potted plants and dience welcome in behalf of divine blessing. Femie A. Lentz, Myrtle M. Miss Hortense Osmun, Smith, Maude M. Hough and flowers, with the class motto the class, and gave them an Nashville’s favorite soprano, Eva L. Brumm, and Messrs. suspended overhead: “We entertaining address. sang a beautiful solo, “Burst, Miss Eva Brumm followed Harry H. Dickinson, Edward have passed the bay in safety, ye Apple Buds,” and received D. Smith, Alvah O. Bivens the ocean lies in view.’’ with a poetical and well hearty applause. and Frank C. Lentz, and all Promptly at eight o’clock, delivered essay on “The Prof. H. B. Andrus then in­ who are acquainted with them Mrs. F. T. Boise took her seat Beauties of Nature,” and troduced the speaker of the feel confident that they will at the piano and to the inspir­ received hearty applause... evening, the Rev. Washington individually make themsevles ing strains of the class march, Harry Dickinson followed Gardner ofAlbion, who spoke bright futures and do honors “Tannhauser,” by Wagner, with the class history, in on the subject, “Does it Pay to their class and the schools the class marched up the which were many good hits, to Educate?” of Nashville. broad aisle and took their illustrating peculiarities of the At the outset the speaker places on the stage, accom- various members of the class, discussed the utility and prac­ Class Day exercises panied by Principal Andrus and winning hearty laughter ticability of education to be The class day exercises and Miss Aldrich, the precep- and applause from the large profitable. He said it was most were held at the opera house tress, and the board of audience. difficult to determine what on Thursday evening of last education. The class motto gave Miss business a person was best week, and those were for­ The Rev. Thomas G. Baker Maude Hough the subject for adapted to naturally, and tunate who were present. The invoked the divine blessing on her class poem, and it is only failure was often the result of opera house had been provid- the occasion, in a few well- justice to that young lady to a wrong choice, but having say that the poem was an ex­ determined upon our life’s cellent one, excellently work, does it pay to prepare rendered... ourselves to do your best? Edward Smith followed Emphatically yes, if the with an oration on “The motive is worthy... Power of the People,” which Following the address came was well delivered and gave a piano solo by Miss Lois evidence of deep thought and Marshall, which was highly careful study. Mr. Smith is appreciated and went to show the youngest member of the that Miss Marshall has not class, and the youngest pupil been neglecting her musical ever graduated by the education while pursing her Nashville schools, having other studies at Kalamazoo been bom near Massillon, College. • Ohio, Jan. 4, 1879, being By request of many, Miss therefore 14 years and six Katharine Dickinson repeated months old. The average age her solo of the previous even­ of the class, however, is less ing and scored another suc­ than 17 years. cess. She was then joined by The class prophesy was Miss Hortense Osmun and assigned to Miss Myrtle they sang a beautiful duet, Smith, and it was well ’twer “Crimson Glow,” which so. Miss Smith’s gift of pro­ received well-merited phecy may not be strictly applause. reliable, but her story of it Prof. H. B. Andrus then was well told and was as entertaining as any feature of presented the graduating class to the school board and Mr. J. the evening... B. Marshall, in a short ad­ The class oration, “The dress, conferred the diplomas, Stars and Stripes,” was a so richly earned, upon the masterly effort, not only being class of ’93. filled with good and patriotic The program was conclud­ thoughts, but delivered in ed by a chorus, “Vogel’s such a manner as shows that Eaton Intermediate School District marketing class Waltz,” by Misses Della Mr. (Alvah) Bivens, with student Tim Reed from Maple Valley High School and Comfort and Lida Feighner, practice, will make an orator friend Michele Gordon, at an awards banquet May 15 Mrs. George A. Bell, Mrs. O. of no mean ability. at the Days Inn Lansing South. Instructor Tom Miller M. Hullinger, Messers. C. F. Miss Femie Lentz followed explained that the class was responsible for all of the Hough, Ed White, A. H. Fernie Lentz was valedictorian of the Class of 1893 with the valedictory, and well planning for the event. It was part of the curriculum to Weber and Clyde White, after did she perform her duty. Her wile her brother, Frank (seen with her) while her), was which die Rev. Steininger plan an appreciation banquet. Guest speakers includvoice was clear and strong, salutatorian. They were grandchildren of Jacob Lentz, pronounced a benediction and her manner easy, and her ora­ ed Bill Watson, EISD Vocational Education Director; founder in 1867 of Nashville's Lentz Table Co. Fernie the audience dispersed. tion was full of good things, Lanny Johnston, Principal of EISD Vocational Pro­ later married William Kuhlman. clearly presented. grams; and Matt Stanley, Marketing student. Marketing Class has awards banquet �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 — Page 5 Election Monday to decide candidates. Headlee SS2'*^ 2X X* fc&s J8A§ A§ szhi sz 'hin $$: & && VU &i% V Ui% $^ gss te^l»l» «b nfcrioohiii^d ;ftx ^'hsfeji «* IfhlklHti >M- taOMh »i Ottafan,»Mn iH rtiilinit ffe Jfe.talhE! IM wsnntaofiti. M ik,iii#IHi bfei isnixite sir intibinj i r tiiailijti ilk ® J cJ Ikjrauni! iki “Ha !ii t s® iix H ■! 14i Fotta* rirfSWff111 ■to fl*-11-0 Headlee override, not only will the school lose local revenue but it also will forfeit some state aid because those payments are based on a permill, per-student formula. This means the schools will suffer a cut in current operational funds. “Voters will either say ‘yes’ to allowing the school to have enough revenues to balance the budget, or ‘no’ it cannot,” added Parks. He said the result of Mon­ day’s election will determine whether the school can con­ tinue to offer the programs and services it has in the past, or ifreductions must be made. Parks urges a “yes” vote on the Headlee override pro­ posal, a position supported by all four candidates seeking election to three seats opening on the board of education July 1.' Bonnie L. Leep, Lynn M. Mengyan, David D. Tuckey and Beatrice J. Pino will vie for election to expiring fouryear posts now held by three board officers: Vice President Charles Viele Sr., Secretary Ronald Tobias and Treasurer Irma Gene Baker. All chose not to seek re-election. Bea Pino is the only one of the four candidates who previously has served on the board. She completed a fouryear term in 1990 and at that time withdrew her name as a candidate for re-election. Now she is pleased about what she sees as a new direc­ tion at Maple Valley. “When I was on the board before, it seemed teachers had wonderful ideas that were ig­ nored,” said Pino. “I hope teachers will be listened to now. They’re awfully bright people, you know.” Pino favors a middle school concept to solve Maple Valley’s space problems. A school that would hold grades seven through nine “may be the answer," said Pino, who favors separating the junior and senior high students for the benefit of the younger ones. “So many seem lost; they don’t seem to belong anywhere,” observed Pino. “Seventh-graders are the ones that are most lost.” She believes, however, that expansion plans must remain flexible and that teachers should be consulted before the final decision is made since they are the ones who work with the children. But how would such an ex­ pansion be financed? “The community wouldn’t be too happy about additional millage,” noted Pino. “But since we have (nearly) com­ pleted our old bond issue they may consider a new one.” (The bond issue on Maple Valley’s junior-senior high school will be paid off in 1992.) Bea Pino Pino was bom in Montana, raised near Boston, and was employed for 10 years as a teacher at the second largest high school in Los Angeles. It was a “mixed school” with an enrollment of 4,000 in the top three grades equally divid­ ed between whites, blacks and Hispanics. She and her husband, James, since 1976 have lived at 9240 Maple Grove Road in Nashville, on a place that was once the summer home of his late parents when they resided in Lansing. Pino says she has lived on the East Coast, the West Coast and in the middle, “but I like Michigan better than any place I have lived.” About the future of the Maple Valley system, she said: “I have a lot ofhope for the school. There is an air of optimism and of working together.” She also has kind words about the students: “I really do like the young people in this school. They are so polite.” David Tuckey of 6491 Allegan Road, Vermontville, said he decided to run for school board after he and his wife, Judy, were asked to serve on Maple Valley’s Long Range Planning Committee. “The more I learned, the more interested I became,” said Tuckey, an inspector at B-O-C in Lansing. His agenda for the school board would include a pro­ gram of goal setting and career planning at the junior high level via aptitude testing. He also believes in outcome­ based education, and alter­ native education for “kids who don’t fit into a normal classroom.” Tuckey said he also would like to see implementation of the middle scool concept for grades 7-9. “Seventh- and eighth­ graders don’t fit in at high school level,” said Tuckey, who believes that sixthgraders might also have to be included in a middle school to relieve present overcrowding. About school financing, Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family 1 OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Owner — Diana Kuempel Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. 852-9481 Bonnie Leep Tuckey clearly doesn’t like the present system, but feels changes must come at the state level. He favors a new form of tax for support of schools with the proviso that the old method be completely abandonded. “Property tax is not an equitable way to finance schools,” said Tuckey. “I would like to see a more equitable method. I’m tired of paying higher taxes without any new money going to the schools.” He explained that when more tax money is generated at a local level, state aid is reduced. A native of Charotte, Tuckey has two sons, Chris and Dave, who graduated from Maple Valley schools, and another, Curt, who jumped from his freshman year at Maple Valley into his freshman year at Michigan State University as a math ma­ jor at age 14. Curt has since earned a bachelor’s degree at MSU and is now at the University of Wisconsin where he will receive a PhD. in math in August. Tuckey’s stepson, Nicholas Thompson, is a sixth-grader at Maplewood School. Bonnie Leep, of 9464 Cloverdale Road, Nashville, said she decided to run because she has two children in Maple Valley schools. “That makes me care very much about the quality of education they get,” said Leep. “Being on the board, I will be part ofthe policy mak­ ing which will affect this quality.” Leep supports equality of funding for each student in the state: “There is an existing grassroots movement that is working on this,” she said. Leep said she is concerned about the space problem at Maple Valley and is still studying the middle school concept. “We could have a middle school without a new building,” she suggested. Leep grew up in Kalamazoo and the family moved here in 1978. She and her husband, Thomas, have three children, Sarah, 14, an eighth grader; Dan, 12, in the sixth grade; and Mark, 2. Lynn Mengyan, 7700 S. Clark Road, Nashville, said she has no special agenda to bring to the board but would like to see a resolution of Maple Valley’s space problem. She also favors a district­ wide curriculum “so that there could be a smooth tran­ sition between all grades.” Mengyan pointed out that minimum standards of learn­ ing need to be established. “We need to continue to acknowledge individual dif­ ferences and needs, and u, Lynn Mengyan Continued from front page David Tuckey challenge each student to his or her potential.” Mengyan said she is not ready at this time to endorse any particular proposal for school financing, but notes that there are certain aspects of the Schools of Choice plan that she favors. School financing is “a very complex issue,’’ noted Mengyan. She is employed by the Michigan Department of Education, Michigan Rehabilitation Services. In the past, she taught five years in the middle school at Bronson Community Schools. Later she was a pre-school ad­ ministrator, having charge of Barry County’s Head Start program for five years. She said she had made no determination on the middle school concept for Maple Valley, and before making a decision first would like to see all the proposals. Mengyan now serves on the vocational subcommittee of the Long Range Planning Committee, and has high praise for the many Maple Valley community volunteers willing to serve on school pro­ jects. Mengyan says in her work she visits many school districts and rarely sees any that can equal the number of willing volunteers with which Maple Valley is blessed. She grew up in Walled Lake, in Oakland County near Detroit, earned a bachelor’s degree at Central Michigan University, and in 1979 was graduated from Western Michgan Unviversity with a master’s degree in counseling and personnel. She is currently pursuing a second master’s in educational administration degree at Grand Valley State University. The Mengyans have lived in the Maple Valley district for 11 years. 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Sat. 8AM 'til 4PM. 1039 FOURTH AVE.- We Service What We Sell - 616-374-8866 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 Page 6 Patriotism highlights Maple Valley alumni banquet For her dedicated work in tracking down Nashville alumni, Secretary Judy Hook was awarded an engrav­ ed plaque, presented by Russ Furlong, association president. Give DAD some REAL Green Stuff! Send the FTD® Green Garden™ Planter. Just call or visit us today. FATHER’S DAY IS SUNDAY. JUNE 16th • Cut Bouquets ... • Arrangements . . *2.88 .from $3 • 88 • Six Carnations .from *7.95 —See our Fiberglass Furniture— DAILY DELIVERIES OPEN: Mon.-Fri. 'til 8 p.m. Sat. ’til 5:30 A name nam in flowers since 1954 to Middleville area. Free delivery on $15.00 orders and up - serving the Middleville area since 1954. 109 West State St. Hastings 945-5029 by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A recent revival of American patriotism was reflected in the theme of Maple Valley’s 1991 alumni banquet Saturday, May 25. An impressive flag ceremony by the Maple Valley Barbershop Quartet opened the annual event in the high school gymnasium. This was followed with recitation ofthe Pledge of Allegiance by the assembled group of Nashville, Vermontville and Maple Valley graduates. Tables were decorated with red, white and blue streamers and small American flags. During his opening remarks, Russ Furlong, presi­ dent of the Maple Valley Alumni Association, com­ mented on the recent Persian Gulf war and honored veterans of all American wars and conflicts, asking ones in the audience to stand for a round of applause. Those present included veterans of World War II (the largest group present), Korea, Viet Nam, Granada and Operation Desert Storm. Robert Decker, Class of 1966, had returned only four days earlier from service in Saudi Arabia. After a dinner of stuffed chicken, swiss steak and all the trimmings catered by Roger The Chef of Battle Creek, alumni were entertain­ ed by several lively selections offered by the Maple Valley Jazz Band under direction of Dennis Vanderhoef. Sounds ofthe 1940-60s era made a hit with the audience. Furlong then introduced Now Open Evenings Russell Furlong presented maple syrup to Jack Garinger, Vermontville Class of 1931, who came the farthest distance to attend the banquet. He lives at Escondido, Calif. 6 EVENINGS A WEEK [ Monday-Saturday [ 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. [ NEW! Now Serving Miller Ice Cream Hand Dip EVERY DAY ALL DAY Fresh Ground Hamburger 99 The Ole Cookstove FAMILY RESTAURANT 174 South Main, Vermontville Phone ... 517-726-1144 Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! Golden Apple awards for Teacher of the Year went to these four former local teachers, from left: Martha Zemke, Thelma Lamb, Iva Rogers and Hildred Peabody. special guests and welcomed Maple Valley’s Class of 1991 into the association. Senior Class Vice President Anna Goodrich delivered the repsonse in behalf of her classmates. Homer Winegar was elected new president of the association during the business meeting that follow­ ed. Others chosen were Nan­ cy Ostergren, treasurer; Judy Hook, Nashville secretary; Ardean Gonzer and Margaret Graham, Vermontville secretaries; and Terri Thrun, Maple Valley secretary. There were no nominations for vice president and that post was left unfilled. Judy Hook was presented an engraved plaque from the association for her years of dedicated service in which she has tracked down numerous Nashville alumni, including Rex Bean ofMuskegon, Class of 1941, who was present at Saturday’s event — his first, he said. Hook makes numerous contacts each year to try to locate addresses of “lost” NHS graduates. “No one has put in the amount of work Judy has,” said Furlong, in making the presentation to Hook. Bean had the honor of in­ troducing Martha Zemke, one of four honored Teachers of the Year. Each was presented with a Golden Apple award from the association. “I learned more in the classroom than I taught, and I still say it’s a wonderful profession,” said Zemke, who taught at both Vermontville and Nashville schools before their consolidation. Others receiving Golden Apples were Iva Rogers (in­ troduced by Hale Hokanson); Hildred Kelsey Peabody (in­ troduced by former Maple Valley teacher Dorothy Carpenter); and Thelma Lamb (introduced by Muri Ham­ mond). All three taught at Vermontville. In her tribute to Peabody, Carpenter underscored a point that was echoed in various ways about all four: “She always saw the best in every child.” Former students ofall four teachers were asked to stand; many were present. Honored as the oldest man and woman alumni present were two Vermontville graduates: Fred Frith, Class of 1919, and Mary (Grant) Baker, Class of 1921. Each was presented with a gift of maple syrup donated by pro­ ducers Loma and Earl Wilson of Nashville. 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A report on the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund was given by Dorothy Carpenter, who along with another former local teacher, Junia Jarvie, is responsible its establishment. “The support has been tremendous,’’ said Carpenter. “We are only $400 short of reaching our $50,000 base.” Within minutes she was presented a check of more than $200 from the Alumni Association, then Furlong an­ nounced that his company, Maple Valley Implement, would give the balance needed to bring the fund to its goal. Only interest from the fund is used. The scholarship grant is not limited to seniors head­ ed to four-year colleges, but is specifically aimed at those who want to attend business or trade schools. “The scholarship is not bas­ ed on grades,” explained Carpenter. “It is based on a desire to succeed.” Honored classes at the ban­ quet were Vermontville and Nashville Classes of 1941 and The Maple Valley Jazz Band, directed by Dennis Vanderhoef, entertained the alumni group with several snappy numbers from the 1940-60s era. Judy Hook presents a gift of maple syrup to Fred Frith, Vermontville, Class of 1919, the oldest male graduate present. Nashville blood drive falls far short of goal Rex Bean, of Nashville's Class of 1941, introduced Martha Zemke, one of four Teachers of the Year honored at the banquet. J-Ad Graphics News Service An American Cross blood drive held" last week at Nashville United Methodist Church fell short of its goal of 60 pints. Though previous Nashville drives generally have reached the goal, only 27 pints were collected Wednesday. Chairperson Sue Fawley at­ tributes this to the unseasonably warm weather and said the shortfall was not unexpected. “On a hot day we hope to get at least 30 pints,” said Fawley. She added, however, that it was very comfortable in the church community room where the drive was conducted. Several repeat donors par­ ticipated. John Rathbum was awarded a pin as an 11-gallon donor. Both Harold Stewart and Petie Latta received fourgallon pins. The Nashville Lions Club furnished money to buy refreshments that were served by the United Methodist ladies. Fawley said more volunteer workers are needed for future blood drives in Nashville. Anyone who can help is asked to call her at 852-9415 after 7 p.m. Maple Valley’s Class of 1966. There were eight 50-year graduates present from Ver­ montville, seven from Nashville, and there were four 25-year Maple Valley graduates at the banquet. All received recognition. Earlier in the day several of the classes, including Nashville’s Class of 1931, held reunions attended by several members, some of whom were unable to attend the dinner. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852*1915 or Phone 852*1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HWIS WARRANTY The welcome to the Class of 1991 was given by Russ Furlong, association president. In foreground is Anna Goodrich, senior class vice president, who gave the response. Three Maple Valley High School graduates were named to the spring semester dean’s list at Olivet College. The students are: — Michael Everett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Everett of Vermontville, majoring in mathematics. — Stephanie Whitmore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Whitmore of Vermontville. — Eunice Cornish of Nashville, majoring in English. 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After his surprise ride in a hot-air balloon, Maplewood Principal Dave Doozan had a handshake for pilot Ivan Kerr, owner of Adventures Aloft of Mason. by Susan Hinckley We specialize in the following ... Farms • Country Estates Home Ownership • Vacation Homes Mobile Homes TOBIAS MASON Insurance Agency — FREE QUOTES — 852-2005 • Dick Tobias | StaffWriter Maplewood sixth-graders Thursday received a gradua­ tion gift they will not soon forget. As part of the Vermontville school’s first “Lighter Than Air Day,” the Maplewood Parent-Teacher Organization arranged for some 60 sixth­ graders to have a helicopter ride as a special treat in honor of their graduation June 6. About 12:30 p.m., a Bell “chopper,” operated by Cen­ tral Michigan Helicopter of Charlotte, set down on the school’s ballfield to begin a The youngest Maplewood students laughed as they made giant bubbles by slowly lifting hula hoops from tubs of soapsuds, series of flights that gave the youngsters — three at a time — a birds-eye view of the village. Parental permission had been prearranged. The flights were just one of many events that provided day-long aerial thrills for the school children and their adult guests. Sponsored and financ­ ed by the PTO, the program tied in with Maplewood’s an­ nual “Grandparents’ Day” and it may become a yearly event. ।a“ “This is the first,” said PTO President Diane Bowers. “We hope it will be (held) annually.” The day’s excitement ■ started with a hot-air balloon launch by Adventures Aloft of Mason. Liftoff came about 8 a.m., a little earlier than scheduled, due to rising winds, said owner-pilot Ivan Kerr. The launch was especially exciting for Maplewood Prin­ cipal Dave Doozan. He did i not know until the last minute that he was to be a passenger in the craft. When the PTO . hired Kerr to bring the balloon to Vermontville, the school children secretly took up a collection to pay the passenger fare to send their principal aloft. ““The The ride ride was wonderful, once I got over the initial shock,” said Doozan. Kerr, who has been a hot­ air balloonist for 14 years, said that because of wind cur­ rents the craft traveled at only about 1,000-foot altitude until it landed some five miles nor­ theast of Vermontville near Highway M-50. There the 219 Main Street, men were picked up by the Nashville “chase” vehicle. Another exciting event was 852-0845 the arrival of two Mon. thru Sat. parachutists, who jumped 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. TWO PRINTS | ! from every negative!! 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John Davis The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 ;— Page 9 of East Lansing and Rick Brown of Detroit were almost immediately surrounded by admiring youngsters who ask- Maplewood Principal Dave Doozan (second from right) was stunned to learn be would be a passenger in the hot-air balloon. (Photo courtesy of Kelly Smith). ed many questions and offered to help them with their gear. To help make the day a lear­ ning experience, the jumpers and the balloonist also spoke to various classes in conjunc­ tion with their performances. Activities geared for all grade levels assured that “Lighter Than Air Day” would be enjoyed by all ages of Maplewood students, from Young Fives through sixth grade. The younger children laughed as they made bubbles by swishing hula hoops or plastic beverage yokes through tubs of soapsuds. There was kite-flying for firstgraders; a Frisbee-throwing contest for second graders; and a crowd-pleasing egg drop. Fourth-graders made parachutes of their own design, attached a cushioned “basket” to hold a raw egg, then launched the apparatus from atop a high-rise lift pro­ vided by Vermontville’s Department of Public Works. Director Tony Wawiemia and his assistant, Monte O’Dell, had charge of lifting the children aloft, two at a time. The object of the com­ petition was to see if an egg could drift safely to earth without breaking. Many of the aerial events tied in with lessons the students have recently learned. Visiting grandparents were able to share “Lighter Than Air” activities with the children and to view various work projects put on exhibit in hallways and classrooms Wednesday for the annual Student Work Display. The youngsters and their guests were obviously delighted with Thursday’s spectacular events. Doreen Root, PTO treasurer, perhaps described it best: “This is a neat day!” — ANNUAL — SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 10,1991 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the annual election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 10,1991. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O'CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O'CLOCK IN THE EVENING At the annual school election there will be elected two (2) members to the board of education of the district for full terms of four (4) years ending in 1995, and one (I) member for an unexpired term of two (2) years ending in 1993. THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCIES: FOUR YEAR TERMS TWO YEAR TERMS Bonnie Leep Beatrice J. Pino Lynn Mengyan David D. Tuckey TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT the following proposition will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the annual school election: APPROVAL TO LEVY MAXIMUM AUTHORIZED MILLAGE Shall the maximum authorized millage rate of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, be approved for levy in 1991 without the reduction required by section 31 of article 9 of the state constitution of 1963? (Headlee Amendment) THE VOTING PLACE IS AS FOLLOWS: John Davis, a parachutist from East Lansing, brought his colorful rig in for a gentle landing on Maplewood School's ballfield. For Sale Automotive A Frisbee-thowing contest delighted Maplewood second-graders at "Lighter Than Air Day." ’81 AMC CONCORD station wagon, looks and runs great 517-726-0179. NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER “Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics” Dr. Michael Callton r • • • • • Therapeutic Muscle Massage Heat and Cold Treatments Special Therapy Machines Gentle Manipulations Appointments Available Same Day NEW PATI ENT ’s’PECTa L ............. ! Examination, X-Rays, • and Treatment • SOJ—CwOO MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • EXPIRES RES 6/91 — — • — — ——— — ——— —— — Most Insurances Accepted ■ Open 6 Days A week 127 S. Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 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: Maplewood Elementary School, in the Village of Vermontville, Michigan. The second precinct consists of all territory of the school district of former Vermont­ ville Community Schools. 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 election. I, Alvin Starr, Treasurer of Eaton County, Michigan, hereby certify that as of May 17,1991, the records of this office indicate that the total of all voted increases over and above the tax limitation established by the Constitution of Michigan, in any local units of government affecting the taxable property located in Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, is as follows: Jail 1 Mill 1987-2006 By Eaton County: 9111 Mill 1989-1993 Eatran 1/3 Mill 1987-1991 By Vermontville Township: 1 Mill 1976-1996 By Carmel Township: None None By Chester Township: By Kalamo Township: None 2 Mills Fire District Indefinite By Sunfield Township: 20.71 Mills, 1991 Only By the School District: Alvin Starr Date: May 17, 1991 Treasurer, Eaton County I, Juanita Yarger, Treasurer of Barry County, Michigan, hereby certify that as of May 17, 1991, the records of this office indicate that the total of all voted increases over and above the tax limitation established by the Constitution of Michigan, in any local units of government affecting the taxable property located in Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, is as follows: Park .25 mills 1991 By Barry County: Comm, on Aging .25 mills 1991-1994 Courthouse Renovation unlimited tax pledge 1.00 mill 1991-1994 System 911 NONE By Baltimore Township: 1991-1992 1.00 mill By Castleton Township: NONE By Assyria Township: 1991 By Maple Grove Township: 1.00 mill By the School District: 20.71 Mills, 1991 only Date: May 17,1991 Juanita Yarger Treasurer, Barry County This Notice is given by order of the board of education. Ronald Tobias _______________________________ Secretary, Board of Education �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 — Page 10 Vermontville Cub Scouts enjoy campout Webelos Den 1 ofVermont­ ville Cub Scout Pack No. 649 recently participated in a spr­ ing campout at Optimist Park in Charlotte. Six cubs and their fathers spent a weekend filled with events such as hiking, pioneering (rope lashings) and knot tieing. Compass skills were tested on a blind-fold compass course and orienteer­ ing race. A session on fire­ starting ended with a string­ burning contest. On a Saturday night, family members were invited to come share a campfire stew dinner. During the evening, a small child named Millhouse (actually a dummy) became “lost” in the woods. Two groups were formed, strategy was planned and the search was begun. After a couple of hours, many had given up hope of ever finding Millhouse, but thanks to the perserverance of Craig McDougal and Zac Jarvie, he was finally rescued. The event so inspired one of the participating fathers that he wrote the following poem around the campfire. | Obituaries Margaret Ellen Ackerson Cub Scouts and family members who searched for "Millhouse’' were (back, from left) Kathy Jarvie, Dale Stadel, Kathy Carrigan, (middle row) Gwen and Dot­ tie McDougal, Holli and Jason Carrigan, Nate Jarvie, (front row) Craig McDouglas, "Millhouse" and Zac Jarvie. In an atmosphere of nature, calm The sounds of children’s voices In a search for missing Millhouse So many ways and choices. The Search for Millhouse MENGYAN ... for... Maple valley school Board VOTE JUNE IO Paid for by Committee to Elect Mengyan ‘‘We’re searching everywhere there is” “So, give us one more clue” And, so I say “Just look around” “That’s all you have to do.” And so, they’re searching wildly ^HOMETOWN J LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville Is it teamwork? Who could know? We’re searching hard for Millhouse Bu, where’d the others go? “We started with a system” “We’ll run here and there” “Then we’ll run in circles” “I’ll check in the air” “We’ve searched down all the trails and lanes" “We’ve looked down all the latrines” “If we don’t look for Millhouse “Will you think we’re mean?” “We’ve all run to the park­ ing lot” “Each one has done his share” “And,oneby one we all return” “Where ishe? We don’t care.” Dale Stadel SUNFIELD Margaret Ellen Ackerson, 66 of Sunfield passed away Thursday, May 23, 1991 at Sparrow Hospital. Mrs. Ackerson was bom February 14, 1925 in Sebewa Township, the daughter of Iril N. and Matilda Shilton. She was a member of the Sebewa United Methodist Church, currently on the Board ofTrustees and Treasurer, also was a Conference Delegate. She was a member ofthe Farm Bureau, the Sebewa Commun­ ity Action Group and the Community Birthday Club. Her hobbies were stamp collecting, bird watching, and she loved gardening and plant­ ing flowers. She enjoyed her involvement on the family farm. On April 25, 1943 she married Allyn Jay Ackerson. Mrs. Ackerson is survived by six children, Patti (Bill) Weller of Sunfield, Larry (Judy) Ackerson of Mason, John (Georgia) Ackerson of Muir, Ron (Cindy) Ackerson ofHolt, Nonna (Grant) Russell of Virginia, Vicki Pontz of Grand Ledge; 23 grandchil­ dren; seven brothers and sisters, Carl Shilton ofMarion, Edith Tucker of Barryton, Bertha Smith of Portland, Howard Shilton of Texas, Pauline Manning of Arizona, Kenneth Shilton of Vermont­ ville and Royal Shilton ofLake Odessa; step mother, Faith Shilton; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 25 at the Sunfield United Methodist Church with the Reverend Joseph Spackman officiating. Burial was in Danby Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sebewa Center United Methodist Church. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Charles E. Hess NASHVILLE - Charles E. Hess, 68 of Nashville passed away Wednesday, May 29, 1991 at V.A. Medical Center, Battle Creek. Mr. Hess was bom January 4, 1923 in Homer, the son of Donald and Thressa (Zantop) Hess. He was raised in Nash­ ville and attended Nashville schools. He was married to Gail Foster and served in the United States Army during World War H. Mr. Hess was employed at several Hastings area car deal­ ers before working at Chenoweth Machine Company in Hastings. He was a former member of the Hastings American Legion and the Nashville VJF.W. Mr. Hess is survived by two sons, Gordon Hess of Hast­ ings, Donald Hess of Phoenix, Arizona; two daughters, Kend­ ra Williams-Green ofPhoenix, Arizona, Mary Houghtalin of Hastings; several grandchil­ dren and great-grandchildren; one brother, William Hess of Huntsville, Alabama. He was preceded in death by brother, Jack Hess; sister, Virginia Green. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 1 at Lakeview Cemetery with Nashville VFW Post 8260 conducting full mili­ tary services. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville V.F.W. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home. (EB OK CREDIT Vermontville Lions Club hear about 'wildlife' Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS Seventeen Lions and Lady Lions attended dinner at the Vermontville Congregational Church Tuesday evening, May 28. A D.N.R. representative presented a program showing many endangered species of animals and birds and plants. He exhorted the Lions to check the box on their Michigan Income Tax forms and “Look for the Loon.” This enables state funds for research and relocating en­ dangered species. The trumpeter swan, gone from Michigan for a century, is being re-introduced by hav- Eaton Farm Bureau sets photo contest The Eaton County Farm Bureau is sponsoring a new photo contest to take place at the Eaton County Fair July 21-27. 4-H youth may choose from three themes: Eaton County Bams, Eaton County Women in Agriculture or Eaton County’s Spring and Summer Crops. Cash prizes will be awarded for the top three places. Complete details are available at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice office. ing it’s eggs transplanted from Alaska. A new species ofpheasants, able to survive better, is being introduced, as well as falcons to high perches in the cities. Winter bird feeing has helped cardinals to survive, but people on jet skis have disturbed some nests of loons. King Lion Gene Fisher presented Lion Mike Fisger with a “Look for the Loon” shirt. ELECT MENGYAN for Maple Valley School Board — endorses sound fiscal policy — endorses solid educational programs — 16 yrs. experience in education — 5 yrs. experience in budgetary management — cares about students and M.V. Community VOTE JUNE 10, 1991 Paid for by Comm, to elect Mengyan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 — Page 11 Parades, prayers ceremonies mark annual Memorial Day in area A color guard from V.F.W. No. Post 8260 led the parade down Nashville's Main Street. At Nashville, firemen stopped at the old Fire Bell monument to honor deceased members of the force. J-Ad Graphics News Service Nashville and Vermontville observed Memorial Day Mon­ day, May 27, with parades and services honoring veterans of all wars. Tributes to the Navy dead were conducted at two points on the Thomapple River — south of Vermontville and at the north edge of Nashville. Also, in Nashville the parade entourage marching from Putnam Park to School Lunch Menus . Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Wednesday, June 5 ♦Salad, *Chicken patty, bun, veg., fruit. Thursday, June 6 School in a.m. only. No lunches. Have a safe and a wonderful summer. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. M 8s; ft ** Iftltnitsny fcww NihltatMii MkBBfttalBl BltUni^q. Iliiil! ta'lffifa s tf it nie > H nri lil ija fapawult ij' )|ltyVft|ty eJx HeH&k Fuller St. School Wednesday, June 5 Cook’s choice meat, vegetable, fruit, sandwich. Thursday, June 6 School in a.m. only. No lunch. Have a save summer. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 726-0319 M°?XhrU — HOURS — COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK . and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml ra7p~THTand~SAVE~T!l || Let Us Do The Dirty Work I land You Can Have The! 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In showmanship classes, 4-H’ers will be judged on their dog handling and show­ ing skills 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 learn­ ed the basic skills they’ll need later to become leader dogs for the blind,” explains Pease. Show time will be from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the 4-H Animal Facilities on College Road between Forest Road and Jolly Road on the MSU campus. Registration deadline for participation is June 19. For more information, con­ tact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice office, or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. ♦Approx. 117 acres with approx. 23 acres of timber ♦4 bedroom home; pole barn ♦Land contract terms (F-50) ♦4-6 remodeled and redecorated home ♦Wrap-around enclosed front porch, rear deck overlooking fenced, landscaped yard ♦Super kitchen, paved drive, garage ♦Priced at only $59,900! 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(L-97) TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. DER, two story home and outbuildings. SOLD FOR $39,000 CASH!! — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Cindy Doolittle 726-0605 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml « 616-527-2724 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 — Page 12 Graduation is a time for responsible celebration To the editor: As police administrators who serve the people of the Eaton County area, we are proud of the job our schools are doing and of our com­ munity youngsters who attend them. Our officers have become acquainted with a great many ofthese young people over the years. Sometimes it has been through cooperative programs with the school systems, chur­ ches and clubs. Sometimes it has been through stopping them on the highway and delivering a lecture, a traffic ticket, or even, unfortunately, an occasional arrest. Regardless of how we have come to know them, we feel that our service had con­ tributed in some small way to their growing up process. It’s an investment in the future of our community that we’re pleased to have made and are From Our Readers vehemently unwilling to see tragically wasted. Graduation time has come once again and, if our area seniors are anything like we were, it probably seemed a long time in coming. Now is the time when youthful dependency is ending and adult life, with all its challenges and respon­ sibilities, is beginning. The schools have done all they can to prepare our young people for this time, and so, to a lesser degree, have we. Now it’s up to the graduates themselves, and to you, our adult citizens, to see to it that all this community and paren­ tal effort wasn’t in vain. FAMILY HAIR CARE at Village Hair Port MEN'S-WOMEN'S CHILDREN'S 470 E. Main Vermontville Call for Appointment 726-0257 Graduation is a time for celebration, to be sure, but it must be a time for responsible celebration. It is the time that life as an adult begins, not a time for life itself to end. The laws concerning fur­ nishing alcohol or drugs to minors are strict, and we in­ tend to enforce them, without regard to any circumstances, to save the welfare of our graduates. If anyone out there reading this is planning on conducting an open house or other party for high school students, graduating or not, and serving or permitting alcholic beverages, cancel those plans right now. Ifwe find the party and the sponsor, we’ll arrest him or her and prosecute to the full extent of the law. That’s a promise from your police department. Ifone ofour young adults is maimed or killed at this significant juncture of his or her life because some foolish adult commits an irresponsi­ ble and criminal act in order to “be a sport,” there will be no mercy or sympathy shown to that adult from this quarter. We will leave no stone unturn­ ed to retrace the event back to whoever it was tht furnished the alcohol. As your community chiefs, we also would like to ask the graduates to give themselves a chance. Spending graduation night in the hospital, or in jail is certainly a poor way to be- NEW 1600 MID-PIVOT M0/C0! 12-, 14-, OR 16-F00T SWATHS ■ Mid-pivot 1600 Mo/Co comes in 12-, 14- and 16foot widths ■ Wider 110-inch rolls, exclusive design ■ Quick adjustments V DIV J11 0% Rate Financing or Cash Discount Available LEADERSHIP AT WORK® A ing a new life as a responsible adult. Being killed is also a distinct possibility. Think about it. It’s happen­ ed before, we all know that, and it will happen again. Let’s not let that be in Eaton County. Our very best wishes to all graduating seniors and con­ gratulations to their parents and teachers. All of you have done a fine job. Art Kelsey, Eaton County Sheriff Tom Potter, Charlotte Chief of Police Ron Flitton, Grand Ledge Chief of Police Mike Seeley, Eaton Rapids Chief of Police Greg Crawford, Bellevue Chief of Police Rich Howe, Olivet Chief of Police Bob Powers, Lieutenant, Michigan State Police Post #11 Board member clarifies school chief’s statements To the editor: I am going to try to clarify some statmeents made by Mr. (Superintendent Ozzie) Parks. Headlee does not give you a cut in income from last year, it is government trying to help the local taxpayers by limiting the increase. Mr. Parks says 5.4 percent! The Hastings Banner of May 2 says Hastings’ is 4.5 percent who is right? Mr. Parks says no fat in budget! On Feb. 11 we were at about $790,000 in carryover the Maple Valley School Board spent $106,401 in one night and has continued to spend like there is no end to the money. Mr. Parks apparently has trouble listening. On page 2 of the May 21 M.V. News shows a picture of Mr. Parks and the governor. Right under, in first column, Gov. Engler says expenditures must fit the income. My feelings are that we have had money. If you take care ofit, you can have a good basic educational program, buses, building maintenance. Thanks Ronald J. Tobias Sec. M.V.B. Ed. Corner— Learn more about... Headlee By Ozzie D. Parks It has been encouraging to receive feedback on the articles I have written for this column. The Headlee issue is undoubtedly one ofthe most misunderstood and debatable issues with which we will deal. I hope that other issues receive a similar response. One of our community members has requested that I publish answers to some questions that have not been addressed. The questions and answers requested and some related ones are presented below: Question: How many dollars will Maple Valley Schools receive from property taxes for the following years? Answer: 1990, 1,931,991; 1991, with “rollback,” 2,065,169; and 1991, without “rollback,” 2,088,203. Question: How many dollars will Maple Valley Schools receive from state aid for the following years? Answer: 1990, (includes adults through Lakewood), 3,157,662; 1991, with “rollback”, 3,186,610; 1991, without “rollback,” 3,215,710. Question: Since the above figures indicate that school revenues will increase with or without a rollback, how can you say that the district will lose funds with a rollback? Answer: What we mean is that we will lose “potential” funds from what we could receive without a rollback. Question: If local taxes are increasing more than state aid, why are taxpayers being asked to make up the potential loss rather than the state? Answer: The state is having financial problems and does not appear to be able to offer additional help to schools at this time. Also, local taxpayers are usually more aware ofand responsive to the needs of their schools than state officials. Question:Please restate the problem and issue in simple terms. Answer: Our expenditures, excluding the adult education program, are projected to increase by one percent more than our projected revenues without a Headlee rollback. That figure would become a deficit of two percent with a rollback. Voters are being asked to help us deal with this problem. Question: What will approval ofthe board’s request cost the average taxpayer? Answer: Although the actual figures for the average local taxpayer are not known, a home valued at $40,000 and assess­ ed at $20,000 is often used across the state as an average property. Based on those figures, the proposal would cost the average taxpayer $6.40 more per year or 2 cents per day. MENGYAN ... for... Maple valley School Board Paid for by Committee to Elect Mengyan Seasonal Jobs Available FOOD PROCESSING PLANT Truck Drivers, General Labor. Needed approx. July 1,1991 to mid-September 1991. We will try to work around your scheduling to meet our scheduling. Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Call ... 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Jarvie beg began as a substitute carrier in 1975, became postmaster in 1976, and semi-retired to part-time employment as a clerk in 1985. A former industrial arts teacher at Maple Valley High School, Jarvie plans to keep busy pursuing his hobbies of carpentry and woodworking and "golfing when I have time." For Sale xinslwisttra EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENTS DO OUR OWN WORK RICHARD J. EWING OWNER GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON INCREASING PROPERTY TAXES June 13,1991 at 7:00 o’clock in the p.m. ... at the ... 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POSTAL JOBS start $11.41 pr. hr., carriers, sorters, clerks. Excellent pay and benefits. For examination and application information call 1-206-736-7000 ext 5803T2, 6a.m.-10p.m/7 days. READ BOOKS FOR PAY! $100 a title. No experience. Call 1-900-847-7878 ($.99/min) or Write: PASE M5842, 161 S. Lincolnway, N. Aurora, II. 60542. Miscellaneous GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet that room at affordable prices, $1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd., (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available. (616) 948-8334. If adopted, the proposed additional millage will increase operating revenues from ad valorum property taxes in 1991 otherwise permitted by Public Act 5 of 1982 by 5%. The taxing unit publishing this notice, and iden­ tified below, has complete authority to establish the numberof mills to be levied from within its authorized millage rate. This notice published by: Village of Nashville 206 N. Main Street Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-9544 ARK VETERINARY SERVICES (Next to Fire Hall) Convenient small animal medical and surgical services available to you at very affordable rates with quality and 30 years experience. HOURS— MONDAY 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. WENDESDAY 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. SATURDAY 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. By Appointment Please call 1-1616) 792-9500 For appointment or stop by during the above hours for information. �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 — Page 14 Maple Valley physical education students honored Maple Valley Fitness record holders are (front, from left) John Harris, Adam Thayer, Patrick Robin, Damon Patrick, Anna Pineda, Mykl Howard, (back) Gabe Priddy, Cliff Weller, Chris Miller, Spring Javor, Tim Boise, Retha Byrd. Missing from photo are Autum Kellogg, Jody Hickey, Kelly Mengyan, Ernie Sulcer, Kedron Rhodes, John Bowereman, April McDiarmid, Sarah Leep, Matt Reid, Linda Lamance, Pat Kerby, Niki Grinage, Chris Varney, and Anna Goodrich. Maple Valley graduate earns two degrees from U-M Winners of National Physical Fitness Awards at Maple Valley Jr.- Sr. High School are (front, from left) Melissa Melvin, Samantha Greenman, Liza Metzger, Hillary Stevens, Stacy Harvey, Lisa Wood, Jeremy Jones, Rob Sheldon, (second row) Stephanie Bouwens, Randy Jarrard, Rudy Othmer, Spring Javor, Retha Byrd, Alicia Golovich, Chris Miller, (third) Samantha Ashley, Keisha Brauer, John Har­ ris, Zach Histed, Pete Kellepourey, Adam Thayer, Patrick Robins, Wayne Moore, Damon Patrick, Chad Rogers, Amanda Starnes, Salenta Stutz, (back) Teresa Aiken, Faith Dempsey, Barry Brandt, Ryan Gidner, Travis Graham, Anna Pineda, Gabe Priddy, Cliff Weller, Joy Stine, Robin Hale, Shannon Hoffman, Andrea Hubka. Missing from the photo are Jaime Gibson, Anna Goodrich, Niki Grinage, Chris Varney, Levi Schantz and Tom Snyder. Amy Laverty, a 1986 graduate of Maple Valley High School, received two degrees May 4 at University of Michigan graduation exercises. She earned a bachelor of arts degree in interior design and a bachelor of science in architecture. Laverty, daughter of Russ and Bonnie Laverty of Ver­ montville, will return to U of M in the fall to pursue a master’s degree in architecture. MENGYAN ... for... Maple valley school Board VOTE JUNE SO Paid for by Committee to Elect Mengyan $100 REWARD FOR ANY BASEMENT WE CANT DRY UP 1 -800-748-0500 COB0 Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. uc. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS XJ EH Do-it-yourself • VA" 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 Maple Valley receives flag from local VFW official In a presentation ceremony Wednesday at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, assistant Principal Bill Rivest accepted a U.S. flag that will fly from the staff in front of the school building. The flag is a personal gift from William Nichols, 8th District Senior Vice Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Making the presentation was his son and daughter-in-law, Ross and Fran Nichols, who are volunteer honor guards at Ft. Custer National Cemetery at Battle Creek. Both are affiliated with the local VFW Post No. 8260. Junior Farmers to meet June 10 c,\ings Sanitary Service, 945-4493 or 1-800-866-4493 Serving Hastings 4 Barry County Communities Since 1950 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL • INDUSTRIAL Clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK-UPS • MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service 90 Gallon Kart Service Available The Vermontville Junior Farmers 4-H Club will meet at the home of Jeri Mater on June 10 at 7 p.m. Fair entry forms are due. Late entries will not be accepted. This is the last meeting before the fair. 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Offer ends 5/25/92. Ask us lor details. *1991 Simpicity Mandacturinp, Inc. TROWBRIDGE'S Auto Parts ft Service Center 130 S. Main; Vermontville Phone 726-0569 OPEN: Monday - Friday 7 to 7 - Saturday 8 to 5 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 — Page 15 Class of'91 graduates g superintendent of schools. “There is a very high percen­ tage who finished with high honors; we are very proud of them for their achievements in the classroom.” For the first time in Maple Valley history, there was a three-way tie for class vadedictorian. Lisa Long, Ryan Rosin and Tina Yost shared this honor, while Jen­ nifer Swartz earned the title of salutatorian. In all, there were 18 students graduating with high honors and another 27 with honors. Rooks said that of the 96 graduates, 88 percent have plans for further education. According to Rooks, 41 have been accepted into four-year colleges; 35 will attend com­ munity colleges; three will go to vocational or trade schools, and four have enlisted in the armed services. In his valedictory address, Rosin reminded his classmates, “The thing that made the difference was how we used our talents.” Tri-valedictorian Long pointed out that the graduates must “keep trying to do the best we can do,” and remember that “we are not locked into one path in life.” In her valedictory message, Yost told her fellow classmates: “We have lived in our sheltered world for 12 years. We must go out now and reach for our dreams.” These sentiments were shared by Jennifer Swartz, who in her salutatory noted: “Ideals are like stars. 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This was the first time the entire board has participated in graduation. Maple Valley School counselor Ward Rocks, gowned in a black robe, which was the attire of all faculty members, remembered happy times with the Class of 1991. Hoefler, president of the stu­ dent council, delivered an address. Hoefler said some day the Class of 1991 would be telling their grandchildren what it was like to be a high school senior during the Persian Gulf crisis. He called for a moment of silence in memory oftroops lost in that war, and in memory of two deceased classmates, Sheila Allen and Michael Dennis, who died in accidents during their high school years. Yost also remembered the departed classmates in her address. Music for the occasion was furnished by the high school band, under direction of Den­ nis Vanderhoef; the choir, directed by Carol Kersten; a vocal duet by graduating classmates Emily Butler and Jody DeGroot, who sang “Pray For Me.” Another vocal duo, comprised of underclassmen Corey Metier and Sara DeGroot, accom­ panied by the band, sang ‘‘Proud To Be An American.” In an emotional last perfor­ mance as drum major, graduating senior Janel Hansen directed the band in a special number. Included among the musicians were Court ruling favors village against Green dispute Barry County Circuit Judge Richard Shuster Monday rul­ ed in favor ofthe village in its longtime dispute with Sidney Green over alleged junk or­ dinance violations. Shuster has ordered Green to clean up his property within 60 days or face a $100-day fine for 60 more days. After 120 days, the village then may clean up the premises and add the costs to Green’s proerty assessment payment. Green’s R&F Industries has been the subject of controver­ sy for a long time. The village took him to court in 1986, prosecuting him under the village junk ordinance. Village officials said they had been unsuccessful in getting him to remove junk from around his property, though Green moved inoperable vehicles. Green in 1989 was sentenc­ ed to 90 days in jail with work release. He served 30 days. Green did not appear in court for the decision, but his attorney was present. several of her classmates who were making their final ap­ pearance with the band. Awarding of the annual Memorial Foundation scholarships was conducted by the fund organizers, former teachers Junia Jarvie and Dorothy Carpenter. The five graduates chosen to receive the scholarships are Travis Hokanson, Dawn Othmer, Derek Brown, Sheryl Finkler and Lisa Long. Principal Larry Lenz called the roll of seniors for presen­ tation of diplomas by members of the Board of Education: William Flower, president; Charles Viele Sr., vice president; Ronald Tobias, secretary; Irma Gene Baker, treasurer; and trustees John Krolik, Ted Spoelstra and Harold Stewart. This is the first time that an entire Maple Valley school board has participated in com­ mencement ceremonies. In the past, two or three representatives of the board have handled the duties. The invocation and benedic­ tion were given by the Rev. Daniel Smith of Vermontville Bible Church. Prayers for good weather were answered. Despite an early morning rain and threatening clouds off and on during the day, the sun shone brightly throughout most of The choir offered a musical selection; six seniors sang with the group for the last time (shown above) Emily Butler, (left in photo at right) and Jody DeGroot teamed up to sing, "Pray For Me." the afternoon event. Many ofthe graduates were honored with open house gatherings at their individual homes after the ceremony. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1991 — Page 16 Called game ends Lions baseball season on sour note The Maple Valley baseball teams’ season ended due to circumstances beyond its control. . Mother nature and the man in blue teamed to help Michigan Center defend its Class C district title Friday at Leslie. The final score, 3-1, did not tell the entire story. Maple Valley put two runners aboard in the seventh inning with the top of its batting order, Levi continue. Lion coach Mike Booher said that he is appeal­ ing the decision, but added that seldom does the state overturn such a ruling. “It was a sad situation for the boys,’’ said Booher. “They didn’t get a chance to come back. It was only 6:30 at the time. They (umpires) had time to wait. It was not the way I would want the season to end.” Jason Hoefler, who had already worked four innings in the Lions 8-1 semi-final win over Dansville, allowed all three Michigan Center runs on five hits. He struck out six and walked three batters. Schantz at the plate. Schantz worked the count to 2-1, when it began to rain. After a delay of about 15 minutes, umpires called the game, maintaining that field conditions were too wet to Maple Valley also tallied five hits, all of them singles. Booher was impressed with Michigan Center, especially defensively, noting it had made several outstanding catches. “They are a very good ballclub,” he said of the defending regional cham-­ pions. “But we had an outstanding season. These guys should be proud of their accomplishments. They had a successful year.” The Lions, who won the S.M.A.A. championship with a 9-1 league mark, fell to 14-10 overall on the season. Maple Valley jumped out early against Dansville,, as Hoefler’s 425-foot homerun sparked a four-run first inning. The shot cleared both the field the Lions were playing on and the softball field facing the opposite direction behind it, finally coming to rest in the middle of the field. The senior lefty allowed just two hits in his four innings on the mound, striking out four. He was relieved by Brent Haag, who did nott allow a hit the rest ofthe way. Dan Franks led the charge for Maple Valley offensively. The senior shortstop went 3-4 with two RBI and also homered. Maple Valley Lion girls grab places at Class C state final track meet While the Maple Valley girls track team did not reach coach Gary Hamilton’s goal of a top-ten finish, it did manage to place in four events at Saturday’s Class C state finals at Byron Center High School. Janet Boldrey led the way for Maple Valley with a pair Levi Schantz crosses the plate during Thursday's 19-15 loss to Hastings. 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OPEN: Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. J-Ad Graphics News Service An open house has been set for 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 8, at Putnam Public Library. Hostesses will be present to conduct tours of the building and answer questions, and refreshments will served. The library staff and Friends of Putnam Public Library will be hosts for the event. Nashville’s library was established in 1923 at 327 N. Main St. in a home willed to the village for that purpose by Charles and Agnes Putnam. The bequest also included 300 books from their private col­ lection and some fiimishings. Built in The winter of 1884-85 by the Putnams, the two-story brick is now a state designated historical site. The library now has more than 14,000 items available for circulation. Last year, a $60,000 Children’s Wing was added to the rear of the struc­ ture. Both floors ofthe library are open to patrons. An active Friends of the Library has been an important factor in the success of Put­ nam over the past dozen years. The group is responsi­ ble for restoration of one of the upstairs rooms and for several other important pro­ jects at the facility. The Friends will meet at 7 p.m. tonight at the library to discuss plans for a book sale to be held in conjunction with Nashville’s annual community-wide yard sales June 15. Anyone interested in the library is invited to attend tonight’s meeting. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-06-11.pdf 979e9d26889e8f76e9a89daf2120ebb8 PDF Text Text Bulk Rat* new PAID K*'? cwr* W®* ® SW» W(S8 . U.S. POSTACe HASTINGS, 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49050 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 46 — Tuesday, June 11, 1991 Putnam Library holds open house, honors volunteers An open house Saturday at Putnam Public Library in Nashville gave visitors a chance to tour the historic building. The occasion also was an opportunity for the library board and staff to stage sur­ prise honors for three in­ dividuals who have served the library in various capacities. Books, flowering plants and certificates of appreciation were presented to them by Putnam Board President Lor­ na Wilson and Librarian Duska Brumm. ,, Mary Hay and Joy Peake, founding members of the Friends of Putnam Public Library, were two of the honorees. Both have been active in the Friends group since it was organized in 1978, and each has been a longtime officer of the club: Hay most recently as president and Peake as treasurer. Both recently retired from their posts, but remain active in the organization. During their tenure, many Vermontville to prosecute junk violators by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The Vermontville Village Council Thursday resolved cases on two of about a dozen alleged junk ordinance violations, and said legal action will be started against the remaining parties. Though the list of alleged violators was not made public, arrangements were made with two ofthat number, since they appeared at the council meeting for that purpose. Paul Racine and David Alexander asked for and received 30-day extensions to bring their properties into compliance, but not without some initial hesitation on the part of officials. “We’re in between a rock and a hard spot here, said President Pro Tem Russ Bennett. “We’ve got a lot ofpeople on final notice. Sometimes we cut people some slack, (but) if we let it go...we would soon have a village full of old cars. Pretty soon we’re right back where we started.’’ The law mandates that motor vehicles must have current licenses or be stored out of sight within a garage or behind a shielding fence. “We are not forcing anyone to move or get rid of vehicles,” explained Village President Sue Villanueva. “The ordinance says they have to be licensed or in an enclosed area.” All alleged violators on the list considered at Thursday’s council meeting have received their third and final notices, reported Village Clerk Sharon Stewart. Ofthat number, two involve dilapidated buildings. Those cases will be turned over to Eaton County’s building department for action. The balance pertain to vehicles and various forms of junk, and these will be submitted to the village attorney for prosecu­ tion. Violators face a $100 fine if convicted. In other business last week, the council agreed to turn over to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation the responsiblity of assigning vendor spots to syrup producers dur­ ing the annual festival. The council received a letter from Larry and Martha Gearhart complaining that the spot in See Junk violators, page 2 After serving 11 years as an officer of Friends of Putnam Public Library, Mary Hay in January retired as club president. Saturday she was feted with gifts presented by Library Board President Lorna Wilson (left) and Librarian Duska Brumm. helpful FOL projects were goods and books to raise funds and publishing a fund-raising conducted to benefit the for the library. Proceeds have cookbook filled with recipes library. These have ranged purchased such items as a contributed by local ladies. from sponsorship of the an­ movie projector and vaccum Both women also had a hand nual Children’s Story Hour to cleaner, as well as lighting in one of the group’s earliest staging a yearly spring clean­ fixtures for the new projects, restoration ofa small second-floor room to serve as ing of the building. Children’s Wing. The FOL has held many Peake headed the FOL com­ successful sales of baked mittee in charge of compiling See open house, page 7 End in sight for Green 'junk' case in downtown Nashville by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A decision handed down last week by Barry County Circuit Judge Richard Shuster is welcomed by Nashville of­ ficials, who now see an end in sight to a long-standing dispute with Sidney Green. At issue has been alleged junk ordinance violations at Green’s R. & F. Industries property at 230 South Main St. Shuster ordered Green to clean up his property within 60 days or face a $100-a-day fine for the next. 60 days. If the property is not in com­ pliance after that, the village then may clean up the premises and assess the costs as a lein against the property. The civil action last week followed nearly five years of legal wrangling in criminal court. The village has had a dispute dating back to the 1970s with Green and his father, the late Richard Green, over storage of in­ operable autos and other materials on their machine shop property. However, legal action was not com­ menced until December 1986, Under a recent court ruling, unless Sidney Green cleans up this property by Oc­ tober, the village of Nashville will have the right to do the job and assess costs. Disabled vehicles, machinery, etc., still encircle three sides of the building at 230 S. Main St. when Sidney Green was cited under a newly-adopted Nashville ordinance regulating storage of dismantled or inoperable motor vehicles, boats, machinery, equipment and parts. One defense offered by Green was that they had been in business since 1954 selling used and junk cars and car parts. After District Judge Holman denied for a third time Green’s attorney’s mo­ tion to dismiss, a Barry Coun­ ty jury on Jan. 26, 1988, found Green guilty and Holman immediately sentenc­ ed him'to two years probation with the condition that he remove the offending junk from the premises and other­ wise comply with the village ordinance on or before June 15, 1988. Two days after the verdict against him, Green proposed to enclose his property with a six-foot-high solid wood fence as an alternative to cleanup. Over the next two years, the height of the proposed fence grew from six, to eight, to 10 feet, but village officials re­ jected the offers. Nashville’s zoning ordinance sets a maximum fence height of six feet. “We might have approved it ifhe had allowed us to call it a junk yard,” said Village President Ray Hinckley. “But he wouldn’t.” After exhausting appeals of his court sentence, Green again found himself before Judge Holman on May 12, 1989, on a violation of proba­ tion charge. Holman ordered Green to bring the property into compliance by May 31 or report the next day to the Barry County jail to begin ser­ ving 30 days of his 90-day term. Holman granted Green work release for the sole pur­ pose of complying with the village ordinance, and told him that if he had not com­ plied at the end of 30 days, he would serve an additional 30 days until he had done so. It was during this initial work release period that Green began to clean up the proper­ ty. Several disabled vehicles were moved from the front yard, though other vehicles and materials remained at the sides and rear of the building. Since Green had made some progress in his clean-up ef­ fort, he was released from jail after the first 30 days. Village officials said they were pleas­ ed with the work that had been done and hoped it would con­ tinue, but they were soon disappointed. Green again found himself before Holman for a violation of probation hearing and was sentenced to 90 days in jail, with credit for time served. He was to report tojail on Jan. 25,1990, but that evening ap­ peared unexpectedly at a See Junk case, page 2 In This Issue... • Maplewood honors opera house grads • Kellogg holds 6th grade graduation • Extension offers poisoning facts • SMAA all-league athletes honored �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1991 — Page 2 Junk violators to be prosecuted, Suggested solutions ranged from installing a cable fence to placing large boulders or telephone poles as ground barriers. — Heard a report from Stewart that the state Dept, of Transporation has cut Act 51 funds for major and local streets in the village because of lowered 1990 census figures, which show popula­ tion of Vermontville dropped from 832 to 767 in the past decade. Stewart said the village owes the state for an overpayment totaling $341.58. — Learned in a letter from the state Department of Com­ merce that funding is no longer available for the Com­ munities in Transition pro­ gram which could have helped Vermontville implement pro­ posed projects pinpointed last year through a state-funded Strategic Study grant. — Referred to its Legal Committee a proposal by Trustee Rod Harmon that the village charge 4 percent inuaiiaiiiiiaiiiaiiiiiiiiaiin S Maple Valley Athletic Boosters B terest to homeowners who want to pay for their sidewalk replacements on the install■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA S ment plan. Harmon said that ■THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. J these funds “otherwise would 5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 ■ be invested somewhere earn­ ■aaaaaaaaaaaxaaaaaaaaaaaaaaii ing money” for the village. the town park, which they have used since 1978, was taken this year by another pro­ ducer. In their letter, the Gearharts asked the council to reserve the spot for them for the 1992 festival. “It has always been their (Gearharts’) spot,” said Villanueva. “No one else ap­ proached me about spots (in the park, but) if he is allowed in there, we can’t keep others out.” Stewart suggested, “Let’s turn it over to the association and get it out of our hands.” Council agreed, with the stipulation that any village property used by producers must “be returned in the same condition” in which it is given. In other business, the council: — Referred to its Insurance Committee proposed means to curtail reported hot-rodding around and across the village ballfield at the comer of Maple and Second streets, | BINGO I The Family of MARGUERITE BURDICK ...requests your presence at an OPEN HOUSE honoring her on the occasion of her 80th birthday on Sunday, June 23rd. It will be held at the home of Mr. & Mrs. William Shaw, 3713 Curtis Rd., Nashville, from 4-8 p.m. Marguer­ ite requests no gifts, but cards would be most welcome. Send the FTD® Green Garden™ Planter. Just call or visit us today. FATHER’S DAY IS SUNDAY. JUNE 16th *2.88 Six Carnations.......... *3.88 Amiwgf tail . , .from *7.95 • Cut Bouquets .......from • —See oar Fiberglass Furniture— A rninur in floum since 1954 OPEN: Mon.-Frl. 'til 8 p.m. Sat. 'til 5:30 109 West State St. Hastings DAILY DELIVERIES to Middleville area. Free delivery on $15.00 orders and up * serving the Middleville area since 1954. 945-5029 Ch1 urch1 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ .11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ ...6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Dr. Ozzie Park, Maple Valley superintendent of schools, is the newest member of the Nashville Lions Club. He was inducted at a meeting held last Monday at Maple Valley Implement. Club President Russ Furlong conducted the ceremony. Standing with Parks is his sponsor, John Moore. Membership in the club con­ tinues to grow as the organization strives to reach a goal of 50 members in time for its 50th anniversary next year. Junk case 'end is near', continued from front page table,” said Hinckley, “but Green wanted to store junk cars behind the fence, and that was not acceptable.” When village officials saw no further progess in or­ dinance compliance by Green, they decided to proceed with a civil action that would allow them to clean up the premises and assess a lein against the meeting of the village council accompanied by his attorney. A petition for work release was granted by Holman. Fence proposals flew back and forth between the parties, but none was acceptable to both sides. Each had varying definitions of what constitutes junk. “The eight-foot fence pro­ posal would have been accep- this summer. Boys and girls in grades four through six will meet Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon at Kellogg from July 9 to Aug. 8. The major goal for this pro­ gram will be to maintain and increase math skills taught in the 4-6 grades, give students a better understanding of world geography (with particular emphasis on Europe, Africa and Asia), and give the students a chance to par­ ticipate in team sports (soft­ ball, kickball and floor hockey). Dave Hustwick is the instructor. There will be a charge for these classes. For further information, or to enroll, call the Community Education office at 852-9275. Maple Valley Community Education will offer classes for boys and girls this summer. Karate/self defense will be held at Maplewood Elemen­ tary School in Vermontville Mondays from 2 to 3 p.m., beginning June 10. Par­ ticipants may attend the first day and register for the class at that time. Gymnastics for those 4 years old and up will meet at Fuller Street School in Nashville Thursdays from 10 to 11 a.m., beginning June 20. This will be a seven-week program. Participants may register for this class at the first session. Kellogg Plus Summer Equals Fun is a new program QUIMBY UNITED 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship............... 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available Pastor James C. Noggle 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH REV. RICHARD YOUNG 304 Phillips St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sun. School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service 7-p.m. Wed. Service...... 7 p.m. North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. . REV. RICHARD YOUNG property. This action led them to last week’s favorable deci­ sion by Shuster. “The judge said Nashville is a pretty little village and shouldn’t have to have an eyesore in its midst,” reported Hinckley, who at­ tended the court proceedings along with Village Pro Tem Ted Spoelstra, Trustee Chip Smith and Nashville Police Sgt. Gene Koetje, who had issued the original citation to Green in 1986. “I’m absolutely delighted with Judge Shuster’s deci­ PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship..............7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .......... 7 REV. ALAN METTLER sion,” said Spoelstra, a longtime advocate of enforce­ ment in the case. “As far as I’m concerned, there will be no more deals (with Green).” He added that Shuster “praised our town and said we had every right to clean it up.” Spoelstra said the judge told them he has visited Nashville on several occa­ sions and is familiar with the Green property. Green is reported to be working out of state. He did not appear in court, but was represented by his attorney. Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Comer of M-66 and 9 Thornapple Lake Rd. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH X CATHOLIC CHURCH Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. School chief is newest00^702 Sc hed« u«l es VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH ST. CYRIL Average homeowner cost of sidewalk improvements As $200 to $300, said Stewart. — Referred to its Water Committee a proposal by Har­ mon to charge non-residents a higher fee for village water than is charged local users. Non-residents typically draw water with permission from village hydrants into truck tanks for filling swimming pools, etc. — Also sent to committee a plan to review a bid received last year from Lakeland Asphalt of Battle Creek for the paving of Round Lake Road to the village limit and some 2,000 feet of Lagoon Road. Harmon said there “may be an increase” over last year’s bid. — Agreed to dispose of several pieces of villageowned equipment, including a tractor and a riding lawn mower, which are no longer being used. Council agreed to advertise for bids to be opened at their next meeting, which has been postponed until Jully 11 due to the Fourth of July holiday. M.V. Community Education to offer summer classes Give DAD some REAL Green Stuff! • from frontpage OFBARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship . .9:30 a.m. Sun. School .......11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN Owner Diana Kuempel 852-9481 MAPLE GROVE BIBLECHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service .............. 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1991 — Page 3 Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship fund reporting latest finances At the May 23 Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Board meeting, the audit report for Dec. 31, 1990, con­ firmed deposits of $47,548.90. Of this amount $1816.10 was interest, $8.60 was in Expense Fund and $45,724.20 in Base Fund, which is comprised of dona­ tions from individuals, organizations and business, plus funds from fund-raiser dinners held by Kalamo and Superintendent's Corner— Nashville Masonic Lodges. ed of 21 people. Board The May 23 records show­ meetings are held in May and ed $49,729.77 deposited. Of October. this amount, $2,773.97 was Junia Jarvie has been apinterest. C.D. interest to be pointed records keeper. added in early summer will Elected officers are Dorothy bring interest to a total of Carpenter, chairperson; Junia $4,000, which is being award- Jarvie, Jarvie, vice-chairperson; ed this year to graduating Larry Lenz, treasurer; and seniors of Maple Valley High Beatrice Pino, secretary. School. Other Board members are the Maple Valley Memorial Mary Belz, Brian Benedict, Scholarship Foundation’s David Dimmers, Lois Gard­ Board of Directors is compos- ner, Mary Hecker, Kevin Kilpatrick, Roz Buchner, Orvin Moore, Luann Stanton, Mark Jarvie, Homer Winegar, David Mace, Elbert Carpenter, Joseph Jarvie, Gertrude Montgomery, Larry Musser, and Eloise Wheeler. Graduation and reading By Ozzie D. Parks With graduation of our senior class completed, I would like to deal with a question often brought up at this time of year: “How can students graduate who can’t read?” Those who raise this question are not usually implying that most of the graduates have reading problems, bu rather are wondering how anyone can graduate who is not a good reader. The question is a fair one, and one that 1 believe needs to be answered. Reading is a complex process that requires the coordination of our eyes, neurological system and brain. When we have all the right equipment, it is learned rather easily. However, children who are bom with vision problems, brain damage or neurological abnormalities cannot usually master the normal reading process. Their problem is similar to that faced by the blind person. They must learn to comprehend in other ways. Our schools are expected to educate all children to their fullest potential, despite the physical and mental limitations they may have. Also, our society expects all of our young peo­ ple to earn at least a high school diploma to be admitted into the work force. Therefore, requirements for graduation are set as minimums attainable by all students. This does not mean that we aim for just minimal levels or standards for the majority of our students, or that most students achieve just the minimums required. Rather, it means that we must provide ways for all students to achieve a high school diploma, which will allow them to enter the adult society and the world of work despite their limitations and handicaps. If you want to be assured that the graduate you are consider­ ing for hiring is a proficient reader, contact our high school ad­ ministrators. Please be aware, however, that not all successful workers and performers have the same abilities. Have you ever heard Ray Charles play the piano? The above explanations are not meant to imply that we should not continue to pursue the highest possible achievement for all of our students. We are presently studying ways to raise our standards. Hopefully, however, they will help all of us to better understand how a student with a reading problem can graduate from our school. Please join me in congratulating all of our young people who have met the requirements for graduation. Among those who should be given special honor are those who achieved this goal despite being handicapped and not blessed with the ability to read in the traditional sense. As Uncle Remus said “It is what you do with what you’ve got.” NOTICE TO THE PEOPLE OF MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP The Township of Maple Grove has hired Daniel R. Scleverman to reap­ praise the real property located in the township. Residential and commercial classes were appraised in 1990 and the agricultural and developmental classes will be appraised in 1991. The field work will start in June, 1991. In­ terior inspections of each property are requested to insured the accuracy of the appraisal report. There will be an informational meeting on Monday, June 17,1991 at 7:30 p.m. at the Maple Grove Com­ munity Building to discuss the project. Rod Crothers, Supervisor Dorothy Carpenter, Gertrude Montgomery, Eloise Wheeler, Beatrice Pino and Joe Jarvie at the May 23 board of directors meeting M.V.M.S. Foundation. LOOK WHAT EQUITY POWER CAN DO IT CAN MAKE YOUR HOME A LOT HOMIER (Home Improvements) IT CAN GIVE YOUR BILLS A CLEAN SWEEP (Debt Consolidation) IT CAN PUT YOU IN BUSINESS (Business Investment) IT CAN BE A LEARNING EXPERIENCE (College Tuition) If you need ready cash, the money you’ve paid into your home can be useful to homeowners like yourself. To learn more, just give us a call! aton Federal FDIC INSURED FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: IT CAN BE A HOME AWAY FROM HOME (Vacation Home) Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville-852-1830 Eaton Rapids-663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9430, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... By Susan Hinckley Class day exercises, gas mains topped the new stores in 1930 Commencement activities were front-page news in Nashville 61 years ago this week. Also of interest to local readers was a report that Con­ sumers Power Co. was mak­ ing good progress in laying lines to supply the village with natural gas service. These and other stories of the day appeared in The Nashville News of June 12, 1930. Large audience attends class day exercises A crowd that filled almost all the available seats at the Methodist Church Tuesday evening attended the annual class day exercises of the senior class. Members of the class ap­ peared in speaking and musical roles, with the salutatory given by William Kleinhans and the valedictory by Georgia Bassett. The program in full was as follows: March — Class of ’30 Welcome — Agnes Surine Salutatory — William Kleinhans Class History Dorothy Harvey “Roses of Picardy” — Girls’ Trio Class Oration — June Brown Class Will — Louise Wotring, Mildred Dillenbeck Violin Solo Bernita Bowman Class Poem Richard Graham “Woodland Breezes” — Girls’ Chorus Class Prophecy — Helen Brumm, Louis Diamante Valedictory — Georgia Bassett Song - Class of ’30 This (Wednesday) after­ noon, the eighth grade is holding its annual graduation exercises with a program at the Methodist church. Closing the high school ac­ tivities for the year, the annual commencement exercises will be held at the Methodist church Thurdsay evening. Dr. N. A. McCune, ofthe Peoples church, East Lansing, will be the speaker of the evening. Dr. McCune is one of the outstanding churchmen of Michigan and the public is certain of an inspiring ad­ dress. His subject will be “Living and Learning in this New Age.” The annual baccalaureate service was held at the Methodist church last Sunday evening, the Rev. G. E. Wright delivering the sermon. The 23 members of the class and members ofthe faculty at­ tended in a body, and a large audience enjoyed a splendid service in which special music by the choir, and a solo by Miss Gladys Potter, accom­ panied by Mrs. Leia Roe at the piano and Joe Mix with the violin, played an outstanding part. Gas mains laid to point half mile north of town Workmen ofthe Consumers Power Co., engaged in laying the gas main of the company, have the work virtually com­ pleted to a point one-half mile north of the standpipe and ex­ pect to be inside the village proper with a few days. At the present time, they have about reached the north corporation limit. Work of welding the joints of pipe together has reached the standpipe comer. The pipe is welded together ahead of the ditch-digging machine and as the ditch is dug the pipe is laid into it. The pipe is laid at a depth of about two and onehalf feet. With the mechanical means for digging, the workmen are laying about two thousand feet a day. After the main has been brought inside the village the machine now working here will go to Lake Odessa where seven miles of work awaits. Betty Lentz places first in third-year county 4-H club work Miss Betty Lentz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl A. Lentz of Nashville, was awarded the county cham­ pionship in “three-year” work in the 4-H club at the Barry County achievement day in Hastings last Friday. Miss Lentz completed both the second- and third-year work this year and received honorable mention in secondyear work. Miss Betty Higdon, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Higdon, received honorable mention in firstyear work. Nashville wins from Sun­ field Sunday, 5 to 4 Sunday afternoon at River­ side Park, the Nashville In­ dependents tooks revenge on the Sunfield nine for their Decoration Day defeat, by nosing out the visitors 5 to 4 in an interesting hard-fought game. Sunfield opened the game with a flurry of heavy swat­ ting that netted them three tallies in the first inning, but that was the extent of their of­ fensive, as Lykins, pitching for Nashville settled down and held them subdued for the balance of the game... Aside from a weakness at bat, the Independents ap­ peared considerably stronger in the field than in previous games and gave a very creditable exhibition. Next Sunday afternoon they will have a chance to prove their mettle when they play the Bishop Colored Giants of Bat­ tle Creek on the local grounds. The colored team is reputed to be quite a strong aggregation and the game should draw a good attendance. Will build cut-off from McKelvey school north to Highway 79 According to the Hastings Banner of last week, Fred A. Johnson, maintenance superintendent of the State Highway Department for Barry County state highways, The Noshville Co-Op Elevator was one of several in the area that adopted strictly cash basis policy in 1930. Economic conditions brought on by the Great Depression were beginning to take a toll. Nashville's only bank would close without warning a year later. This 1940s photo shows the elevator and th the new Farmers Co-Operative Creamery building adjacent at right. Gas lines were laid north of Nashville to Standpipe Hill (left) in early June 1930 and would soon be completed within the corporate limits, so Consumers Power Co. could bring natural gas service to the village. This 1906 northward view of Main Street shows the old 1899 Thornapple River bridge that was replaced with the current cement span in 1934, the same year the road was paved. The old waterworks building is now a community center. has received instructions to proceed with construction of a cutoff from the McKelvey school in Maple Grove, to a point on M-79 straight north of this point, just east of the Will G. Hyde farm in Castleton. The length of the cutoff will probably be about one and one-half miles. Work on the new highway, which is to be gravel of regulation state highway width, will start some time this month. Capture escaped maniac in Hastings Monday morning A 29-year-old negro who escaped from the Ionia state hospital Tuesday of last week along with 12 others, was recaptured early Monday morning by nightwatchmen Clarence Shultz and Rex Foreman as he was boarding a Michigan Central freight train in Hastings. He is the 12th of the 13 escaped maniacs to be recaptured. One other, a 21-year-old automobile thief, is still at large. The giant negro, who wears a No. 13 shoe and stands six feet and seven inches high, of­ fered no resistance to officers. Local News Briefs — The Nashville Co­ operative Elevator Associa­ tion, together with practically all the elevators in this section of the state, on July 1 will go on a strictly cash basis. Credit conditions, and the fact that too much capital has been placed on the books in ac­ counts has forced these elevators to take this step in an effort to better their own financial status. Under the cir­ cumstances, it is believed the public will appreciate condi­ tions that warrant this step and make an effort to cooperate in carrying it out. — Saturday evening, 50 relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Danny Hickey, who were married last December, met at the home of his parents, south of town, to make the acquaintance of Mrs. Hickey, and for a miscellaneous shower. The evening was very pleasantly spent with cards and visiting and the opening of the gifts of friendship presented them by their friends. This was follow­ ed by light refreshments and all departed for the respective homes, leaving best wishes with them for a happy and useful life. — C. E. Mater has pur­ chased the North End garage building and Boyd Olsen is back at the old stand again do­ ing a general repair business. — Mrs. Lila B. Surine is having her residence painted this week. Mr. Carpetner of Castleton is doing the work. — Rueben Bivens returned Saturday from a 10 days’ visit in Battle Creek and Marshall. While he was gone, he en­ joyed, and he emphasized “enjoyed,” his first airplane ride, despite his 85 years of age. — Jack Cook flew over from Ann Arbor Wednesday and called on Miss Bernita Bowman. This was his first trip in his new plane. — Mrs. Amelia Lentz, who spent the winter in Florida and the past few weeks with her brother in Darien, Conn., returned to her home in the vllage last week. — Mrs. Theresa Douse and daughter, Pauline R., were in Hastings last Friday and en­ joyed the program of the 4-H club and the fine work done by the Barry County boys and girls. — (Southwest Maple Grove) Mesdames Olive McIntyre, Mabie Gillespie, Grace Mack and Lillie Cheeseman, with a number of the children of the communi­ ty, attended the 4-H clubs achievement day and eighth grade graduation program at Hastings Friday, and were entertained for dinner at the home of the teacher, Mrs. Robert McGlocklin... The school and community are proud of the record made by the eighth graders, who were Edith Ball, Irene Swift, Leona Aspinall, Louise Stanton, Howard McIntyre and Jackson Schiller. They all passed and Jackson Schiller had the highest average stan­ ding in the county. — (Assyria) Alton Olmstead attended the Cement Plant picnic at Bellevue Park, Thursday... The Board of Review met at the town hall Tuesday and Wednesday...Carol Angus and Kathleen Tuckerman passed the eighth-grade examination. They each stood 98 in arithmetic. — (North Kalamo) The Kalamo Ladies Aid Society met at the home of Mrs. Myr­ tle Swift Friday afternoon. About 21 were present. Mrs. Swift is custodian of the Aid society silver, and was presented with a set of silver teaspoons in appreciation of her services. Ice cream and cake were served. (South Vermontville) Asa Strait went to Lakeview Mon­ day morning and got two loads of potatoes... School closed in the Wells district Friday, with a picnic at Lon Hill’s. Miss Briggs will teach next year. — (North Castleton) Mrs. Harley Sease is having a tussel with bronchitis...Tib Springett of Sunfield is seriously ill at present.. .Homer Rowlader and family attended the funeral of Sam Varney last Thursday, in Nashville...Mr. Deicon’s is now located on their little place in this vicini­ ty. Work in Hastings was not always every day work, but not so in the country — there is work always. — (Barryville) Virginia Day and Agnes Foster passed the eighth-grade examination and are planning to attend high school next year... Eldon Day, one ofour school pupils, entered the spelling contest in Hastings last Friday. — (Castleton Center) We were very much pleased to hear that Helen McDonald and Philip Garlinger passed the seventh-grade exams with an average of 90. This surely speaks very well of our teacher, Miss Loftus. We wish her lots of success in her new school next year. — (Martin Corners) Several of the ladies of the Martin Aid Society attended the Coats Grove L.A.S. at the home of Mrs. Roscoe Cassell in Coats Grove last Thursday and gave their play, “Mrs. Lively’s Operation,” as part of the program. — (Castleton Center) Mrs. Carpenter missed 40 big hens one night last week. They cer­ tainly didn’t stray away on their own accord. Start Summer ...with a new style Styles-R-Us 224 Main. Nashville Open Tues, thru WELCOME) SYLVIA HOEVE Fri. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1991 — Page 5 Obituaries Adrian L. Pufpaff___ NASHVILLE - Adrian L. Pufpaff, 82, of Battle Creek formerly of Nashville passed away Sunday, unay, June une 2,, 1991 aat Riverside Manor, Battle Creek. Mr. Pufpaff was bom on March 5, 1909 at Assyria Township, the son of Raymond and Zelma (Talmage) Pufpaff. He was raised in Assyria Township area and attended Mason Schools. He was married to Robie Davis on September 25, 1925 in Elkhart, Indiana. He was employed at Sher­ man Manufacturing in Battle Creek as a tool and die maker, and farmed most ofhis life. He enjoyed working with farm equipment and he did bulldoz­ ing work at Thornapple Lake area. He was a member of the Nashville United Methodist Church. Mr. Pufpaff is survived by his wife, Robie Pufpaff of MS* kfcZ’SjN kf . it WkSt)^ ■ 1 PtltllJlK 1 J fcMjoii^ ■Muitaii 1 fcasiits®. ildifa^njy Wi mj ij mt |i miiw-te a intte -* -taiifci ci isi.tatesi * TSKBEE s Boric? .Bb ■I i e uSit?®2 ii assshii t -{anta'*! B* gSf^ ie j« * t • j B tl11 j. t! Battle Creek; three sons, Clif­ ton Pufpaff of Hampstead, North Carolina, Kenneth Pufpaffof St. Petersburg, Flor­ ida and Harold PufpaffofJack­ son, Tennessee; seven grand­ children, five great grandchil­ dren; one sister, Arlene Cheeseman of Hastings; four brothers, Kenneth Pufpaff of Bellevue, Alva Pufpaff of Hastings, Herbert Pufpaff of Greenville, Texas and Merle Pufpaff of Battle Creek. He was preceded in death by a daughter Ruby Marie Pufpaff and one brother Orville. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 5, at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, with Reverend Glenn Huisinga officiating. Burial was at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association. Aleta Mae Beck Extension Service offers facts about poisoning Have you noticed the number ofpeople complaining of poison ivy infections this spring? The following should help clarify frequently misunderstood information about poison ivy. 1. Poison ivy is in the sumac family along with staghorn sumac and its close relatives: pistachio, cashew, mango, squawbush, poison sumac, and some poisonous trees of the tropics. It is not closely related to Boston ivy nor English ivy. 2. Poison oak is not an oak, but a sumac. It is called poison oak because its leaflets resemble the leaves of some native oaks. 3. There is no poison oak in Michigan; elsewhere there are two species with this common name: one along the Pacific Coast and one in the southeastern United States. 4. There are two species of poison ivy in the United States. The one found in Michigan may grow as a shrub or vine. 5. The chemical nature of the poison in poison sumacor in either of the poison oak species presumably is related chemically to that in poison ivy, but its actual identity has yet to be determined.. It is possible that the human body can detect differences bet­ ween these poisons, but this has yet to be demonstrated. It is likely that a person who is “allergic” to one of these plants is allergic to them all. 6. The poisons are not volatile and, therefore, cannot be contracted “out of the air.” A direct or secondary contact is necessary. Emerson Beck, Jr., both of Hastings; 14 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, 10 great great grandchildren; two step brothers, Gilbert Paine of Hastings, Donald Paine of Indiana; step sister, Edith McGinnis of Sarasota, Florida. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emerson Beck on January 7,1974, sonDwane Beck, two daughters, Dorothy Walker and Barbara Ryan. Graveside services were held Tuesday, June 4 at the Kalamo Cemetery with Pastor Lester DeGroot officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Tendercare of Hastings. 19 Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home of The Nashville Woman’s Hastings. Literary Club will wind up the year with an outing Wednes­ day, June 19. The club will travel to Mar­ Richard Harmon shall for lunch at Schuler’s CHARLOTTE Richard Vermontville, Eric (Jenee) Restaurant, followed by a tour Harmon, 56 of Charlotte, Harmon of Charlotte; daught- of homes, such as the Goverpassed away Thursday, May er, Sherylyn Eggleston of nor’s Mansion, school house 30, 1991 at the Hayes Green Charlotte; ten grandchildren; and National House Inn. Beach Hospital. brother, Robert Harmon; four This will be more of a driv­ Mr. Harmon was bom in sisters, Martha Frey, Bessie ing tour than a walking tour. Carmel Township, Eaton Morales, Florence Morales Also on the agenda is a visit to County, the son of D. Cleve and Dora. the Marshall House Antiques and G. Venus (Towe) Harmon. He was preceded in death by Center, a restored 1838 hotel He was a maintenance man two sisters, Mary Klaiss, that was opened in 1990. for Hoover Group for 27 years Gertrude Smith; brother, Any member who wants to until his retirement in 1989. Lawrence Harmon. attend should meet at the He is survived by his wife, Funeral services were held Maple Grove Township Hall Elaine; three sons, Rod (Shir­ Monday, June 3 at the Pray June 19 at 10:45 a.m. Guests ley) Harmon, and Richard Funeral Home. Burial was in are welcome. (Deborah) Harmon all of the Gresham Cemetery. HASTINGS Aleta Mae Beck, 91 of 240 East North Street and formerly of Eaton County, passed away Satur­ day, June 1, 1991 at Tender­ care of Hastings. Mrs. Beck was bom on October 22,1899 in Rose City, the daughter of Elmer and Mary (Lesher) Paine. She was raised in Rose City and the Charlotte area attending rural schools there. She was married to Emerson Beck on November 10, 1918. She was a homemaker and lived all her married life in Eaton and Barry Counties. Mrs. Beck is survived by two daughters, Dorene Swan of Hastings and Mrs. Don (Shirley) Langham ofNashvil­ le; two sons, Richard Beck and Literary Club plans Marshall tour June NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER “Offering New Therapies Not 1 * Available at Other Area Clinics sj Dr. Michael Callton • • • • • Therapeutic Muscle Massage Heat and Cold Treatments Special Therapy Machines Gentle Manipulations Appointments Available Same Day $Ofc EwOO i• NEW PATIENT SPECIAL Examination, X-Rays, and Treatment MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • EXPIRES 6/18/91 Most Insurances Accepted - Open 6 Days A week 127 S. Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 7. The poison may be spread in the smoke of burn­ ing poison ivy because of tiny droplets of the poison present on the particles ofdust and ash in the smoke. 8. Poison ivy may be spread by animals. Petting a dog following his having ran through a patch of the plant is a frequent way of contracting it. 9. Poison ivy may be spread by articles of clothing. A per­ son may reinfect himself by handling the same shoes he wore when he walked through a patch of the plant. 10. The poison cannot be spread by breaking the blisters on the skin. 11. There is little way of hastening the departure of the disease. Any medicines used on the skin serve to help dry the blisters, treat for secon­ dary infection, or relieve it­ ching. ACTH or cortisone derivatives will help cure the disease, but should be ad­ ministered only with the ad­ vice and direction of a physician. 12. The level of sensitivity differs from person to person. Once one has surpassed his threshold of sensitivity, he will most likely alter that threshold. In some cases, it appears that a severe case will herald more severe cases; in others, it appears that one very virulent case precludes any others. 13. The initial contact is sufficient to give a person a rash if he is sufficiently sen­ sitive. Normally, however, one must be sensitized by an initial contact before he will react by producing a rash. 14. Washing with strong soap merely removes excess poison from the skin, but will not remove any which has already reacted, because the poison is believed to form a complex with skin proteins. 15. Eating a leaf of poison ivy may have disastrous results. One may surpass his normal level of immunity by the first bite; in this instance, he is headed for an internal case of poison ivy, occasionally known to be fatal. The idea that American In- 1 Michigan Lions Allstate Band 1991 AUSTRALIA-HAWAII TOUR Will have a pre-tour concert on St. Johns High School Football Field Thursday, June 13 at 6:30 p.m. STANTON'S miucTionecRs dians chewed a leaf of poison ivy to confere immunity is a myth that has never been documented. 16. There are some persons who appear to be immune to poison ivy. Probably very few persons are potentially totally immune, but rather have a high threshold of sensitivity or have never been sensitized. Any survey of the population generally reveals about 50 percent of those surveyed are immune at the time of census. Some studies seem to indicate that red heads are more susceptible than blonds, who seem to be more sensitive than brunettes. 17. There is no easy method for getting rid of poison ivy, either the plant or the disease. Request Extension Bulletin E-1517 for information on poison ivy control. g rcnjorsB^ ‘TOO NEW FOR PICTURE! *3 bedroom home located south of Charlotte ‘10 acres of land ‘Good location on Kalamo Hwy.! (CH-108) ‘Call to see ‘Enjoy the summer at the lake! ‘Two bedroom home at Thornapple Lake ‘Screened porch, newer seawall ‘Possible land contract terms (M-36) (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH 1W STRCCT MCmOHTMIlLC. MlGHGfll 49096 tlASHMIllC vl/fo (517) 852-1717 ‘TOO NEW FOR PICTURE!! ‘Approx. 17 acres goes with this 3 bedroom home in excellent condition located near Ionia ‘Garage ‘Possible land contract terms! (CH-109) ‘Excellent paved road location on this 3 bedroom home ‘Approx. 2 acres with possibility of more land ‘Barn ‘Priced to sell! (CH-105) ‘Approx. 117 acres with 23 acres of timber *4 bedroom home, pole barn ‘Possible land contract terms (F-50) ‘Super 4-6 bedroom home that has been partially remodeled and redecorated ‘Nice fenced back yard ‘Lovely kitchen, paved drive, garage ‘Priced to sell! (N-78) ‘Five bedroom home with 1 '/a baths ‘Newly redecorated and ready to move into ‘Nice slate, enclosed front porch, bay window (N-77) ‘Four bedroom home with living and family rooms ‘Approx. 10 acres of land ‘Large garage ‘Great country property! (CH-107) L-98. Approx. 4 acres of land located on a paved road. $8,900 with land contract terms. L-96. 3 parcels of vacant land of approx. 20 acres each. Lakewood School District. Home located in Vermontville needing work (V-54) L-97 . 33 acres of vacant land with approx. 31 tillable. Located at Clarksville Village limits. — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Cindy Doolittle 726-0605 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesdays June 11, 1991 — Page 6 Conference at MSU to focus on food June 18 When we think about nutri­ tion, we often forget the food — how it’s produced, process­ ed, packaged and marketed. These topics will be the focus of the 18th annual Food and Nutrition Conference June . 18 at Michigan State University. University. The conference, sponsored by the Extension Home Economics program of the MSU Cooperative Extension Service, will provide con­ sumers, dietitians, food scien­ tists, home economists and educators with information about food and our environment. “The nationally recognized speakers will present timely and cutting-edge information that is important for con­ sumers as well as food and nutrition professional,” says Sandra Andrews, Extension food and nutrition specialist and conference coordinator. Allen Matthys, director of technical regulatory affairs for the National Food Processors Association, will talk about labeling regulations and the challenges for food pro­ cessors. “Pesticides, Food Safety and the Environment — the Policy Linkages” is the ti­ tle of a discussion by Charles Benbrook, Benbrook Consulting Services, Dickerson, Md. Also featured will be Susan Selke, associate professor in the MSU School of Packag- ing. Her talk will be on “Food Packaging and Waste Management — Recycling Issues.” Jean Story, director of con­ sumer affairs for Felpausch supermarkets, will close the conference with her discus­ sion, “New Nutrition Label­ ing Regulations — Challenges for Supermarkets and Their Customers.” Continuing education credits are available from the American Dietetic Associa­ tion (registered dietitians and registered dietetic techni­ cians), the Dietary Managers Association, the American Home Economics Association and the Michigan School Food Service Association. The registration deadline is June 10. Seating is limited to the first 600 participants who register. The conference fee is $20. Contact the local county Ex­ tension home economist or call 517-353-3106 for more information. Barry Road Commission to work on Coats Grove Road Barry County Road Commission road crews will Open house to honor former MV student Michelle L. Ledbetter of Fort Pierce, Fla., (formerly a Maple Valley student) graduated from Fort Pierce Westwood High School Thursday, June 6, at St. Lucie County Civic Center. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack (Patty Varney) Cook ofFort Pierce, Fla., and William Ledbetter of Grand Rapids. An open house will be held June 15 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Varney at 7381 East State Road, Nashville. ATTENTION EMrs, AFA'S, and First Responders Vermontville Township Am­ bulance Service is looking for qualified EMS Personnel in the Vermontville area in­ terested in joining their volunteer ambulance ser­ vice. If interested or for more information call: Marilyn at 721-0270 be working on two and one/half miles of Coats Grove Road outside of the village of Woodland for another three weeks, hauling sand, shaping slopes and making culvert extentions in preparation for paving. The workers also are hauling sub-base for final shaping on Irving Road, getting ready for a seal coat. At the same time, they will be hauling maintenance gravel ave in n Barry arry Township. ownsp. , Already completed is regular maintenance gravel work in Assyria, Johnstown, Maple Grove, Baltimore, Castleton, Hastings and Woodland townships. Depending on Gun Plain Township participation, the crews may start paving Doster Road shortly. Scheduled for later in the summer is road grading work on Saddler Road in Orangeville Township. Barger Road bridge bids were taken, and the contractor, S, L and H Contractors from Corunna, will start replacing the structure after the Fourth of July holiday. On June 12 bids will be opened in Lansing on the Airport Road resurfacing project in Rutland Township to be done sometime this summer. Smiths to celebrate golden anniversary Russell and Mary (Dillenbeck) Smith will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary June 23. They were married June 22, 1941, at the Kilpatrick United Brethren Church. A buffet reception will be held in their honor at the Vermontville Bible Church, 250 North Main St., in Vermontville, from 2 until 5 p.m. The event will be hosted by their children, John and Isla Harris of Vermontville, Doug and Sue Smith of Hastings, Larry and Carolyn Trumble of Vermontville, Donald and Joan Smith of Grapevine, Texas, David and Sheryl Smith of Asheville, N.C., and Duane and Becky Smith of Muskegon. The couple also has 13 grandchildren and six great-granddaughters. Your presence is the only gift, please. Haskinses to observe their 50 anniversary Kenneth and Dorothy Haskins of Sunfield will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary Sunday June, 23. An open house will be held at the Sunfield Church of the Brethren from noon to 4 p.m. The honor of your presence is the only gift requested. In Memoriam IN MEMORIAM In sad, but loving memory of Clara Marie Spoelstra, left us so suddenly, June 14th, two years ago. Her death left a great void in our lives and we miss her so very much. Mother and sisters Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. 'Call 945-3512 for appointment ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Pets PET GROOMING, most breeds. 8524)728. Williamses to mark 40th anniversary Dorothy and Paul Williams of Nashville will cele­ brate their 40th wedding anniversary Sunday, June 16. They were married June 16, 1951, in Coloma, Mich. The occasion will be celebrated with a family dinner, love Lois, George, Bob, Judy, grandchildren Shannon, Shelby, Jim, Robert, Katie and Lyn nn. Yepez - Brown to wed Mr. and Mrs. David E. Stanton of Dowling and Albert C. Yepez of Bellevue are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Dani’el Renee, to Cleon Lee Brown Jr. of Nashville. Dani’el is currently atten­ ding Hastings High School. Cleon is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Cleon L. Brown Sr. of Nashville. Cleon is a 1989 graduate of Maple Valley High School. He is a PV2, currently serving in the Army in Osan, Korea. A November wedding is being planned. �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1991 — Page 7 Library open house from front page the library’s Rare Bool Room. Also honored at Saturday’ event was Susan Hinckley who retired last year after 1< years of service on the Pul nam Library Board. Durin that period she had at variou times held the posts of presi dent, vice president an> secretary. Hinckley was a member o the board when it decided ii 1980 to launch a public driv< to raise funds for a propose children’s wing. The addition, which also in eludes a librarian’s office anc a workroom, was completer and formally opened in May. 1990. The total project cost of about $60,000 was entirely paid for by memorial and other private and business donations. The next scheduled activity at Putnam Library is a book sale to be conducted by the Friends group Saturday, June 15, during the annual Nashville Garage Sale Day. Joy Peake, longtime member and recently retired treasurer of the Friends of Putnam Public Library, was presented with gifts of appreciation by Lorna Wilson (left), library board president, and Librarian Duska Brumm. Gerry Tobias, one of the guests attending Saturday's open house at Putnam Library, enjoyed refreshments served by Dr. Michael Callton, president of the Friends of the Library, and Librarian Duska Brumm. "Last day of school" surprise A van belonging to Pat Powers, acting transporation director for Maple Valley schools, was a sight to behold Thursday as it sat parked beside the bus garage on Nashville's Reed Street. Though school bus drivers were reluctant to admit in­ volvement in the project, these four were willing to show how ballons and toilet tissue played a "roll" in the surprise intended to mark the last day of the school year. The interior of the van was completely filled with crumpled newspapers and balloons. Shown here (Clockwise, from right) are Gladys Mitchell, Deborah Decker, Jody VanAlstine and Laurel Thompson. For Sale Automotive Garage Sale National Ads 1977 CHEVY PICKUP it runs, GARAGE/YARD SALE: Oodles of toys and dolls, some collectable. Lots of boys’ clothes, much misc. All clean and in good condition. Fri. & Sat, June 14 & 15,9am. 403 N. Main, Nashville. POSTAL JOBS start $11.41pr.hr., carriers, sorters, clerks. Excellent pay and bene­ fits. For examination and appli­ cation information call 1-206-736-7000 ext.5803T3, 6a.m.-10p.mJ7days.________ READ BOOKS. FOR PAY! $100 a title. No experience. Call 1-900-847-7878 ($.99/min) or Write: PASE M5842, 161 S. Lincolnway, N. Aurora, II. 60542. $600. 1985 Buick Somerset Regal Ltd, $3,200. 517-726-1160.___ ’81 AMC CONCORD station wagon, looks and runs great 517-726-0179. For Sale Real Estate ORDER STRAWBERRIES Call 852-9679 or 726-1180. PIANO FOR SALE: Wanted: Responsible party to assume small monthly payments on piano. See locally. Call credit manager 1-800-447-4266. FOR SALE BY OWNER Grand Rapids, Alger, Brookside area, S.E. Two story, three bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, living and dining room, kitchen with eating area, 2 1/2 stall garage, private yard, $82,000. In Grand Rapids, 243-5131. ANNUAL Nashville village-wide GARAGE SALE SATURDAY, JUNE 15 Listed are some of the best bets! — FOR SALE — The Village of Vermontville will be accepting seal­ ed bids on the following equipment. Bids must be submitted to the village office by Thursday, July 11, 1991 at 3:00 p.m. Equipment may be seen by con­ tacting the village office. All equipment being sold as is, where is!! 1 - Allis Chalmers Industrial B Tractor - I.B. 1496, 12 Volt System, Starter & Alternator, Hydraulics 1 - 6 Foot Auger P.T.O. Power Street Broom 1 - Sidewalk V Plow - 6’ Wide & 30” Tall 1 - Adjustable Straight Sidewalk Plow - 6’ Wide & 26” High 1 - Cub Cadet Riding Lawn Mower - Rear Motor, Model 1136 • 107 S. State St. • Corner of Queen 8 Washington 228 Lentz St. 8715 Cloverdale 210 Queen St. • South M-66 440 Durkee • 415 Gregg • 4200 South M-66 • E. Casgrove (across from dump) • 202 Middle St. • 403 N. Main • 219 Phillip St. • 304 Washington • 703 Gregg St. • 502 Sherman St. • 336 Casgrove St. • Friends of the Lbrary Main St. Sponsored by ... NASHVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1991 — Page 8 Maplewood 6th graders first opera house grads in over 63 years Maplewood winners of the Presidential Academic Fitness Awards were (front row, from left) Corey Clouse, Nicholas Thompson, Nettie Emery, Chris Baker, (middle row), Seth Wright, Kevin Conkey, Aaron Brandenburg, Erin Hokanson, (back row)(l-r), Mandy Beemer, Katrina Alexander, Devon Durkee, Krystal Krive. ZLING “new SUMMER STYLES L "The Mirrors image" mis wiuoi,: iiuaac,. Hair Stylist for Men, Women and Children 1 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE 852-9192 by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter For the first time since 1928, Vermontville’s historic opera house last week was host to a graduation ceremony. The recently-restored historic site that once was the center of community activities was the scene Thursday morn­ ing of commencement exer­ cises for Maplewood’s sixth­ graders. 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Amy Parish read an original poem stressing Maple Valley pride. “This class has been ab­ solutely wonderful to work with,” said Maplewood Prin­ cipal Dave Doozan. He added that when he first came to Maplewood he “did uot believe in holding sixth-grade graduation” but since that time has changed his mind. “I am up here with a lump in my throat,” commented Doozan. “This has been one terrific class to watch through school.” He explained that the leadership shown by the class has helped promote good behavior in all classes at Maplewood. Sixth-grade teachers Cindy Gutchess, Susan Luyendyk and Amy Toutant took part in the ceremony. Gutchess presented certificates of atten­ dance to many of the graduates and noted two — Charles Brisco and Derek Sadler — had perfect atten­ dance this school year. Luyendyk gave the honor roll awards and cited Devon Durkee for earning all A’s for the entire school year. 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CHARLOTTE, Ml (517) 543-2950 �From previous page— library books;” listed Eaton County Math Day winners; and helped Doozen distribute the Presidential Physical Fitness award to eight students. Scholastic achievement was The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday,June 11, 1991 — Page 9 recognized with awards to eight students for their high ranking SAT scores, and to 12 who were named to receive Presidential Academic Fitness Awards. Doozan read a letter from President George Bush commending the Maplewood PAF winners. Beth Balcom was selected to receive a prestigious award from the Michigan Elementary School Principals’ Association. Locally the honor was been renamed the “Hildred Peabody Award.” Peabody is a former Maplewood teacher and active community volunteer. “It means more, when you see the name Hildred Peabody in Vermontville, you receive high esteem,” said Doozan. “Hildred is the kind ofcitizen we would like to see come out of Maplewood. She makes every day productive. ” The sixth-grader selected for the annual award is one who best exhibits the same sort of dedication and will­ ingness to serve demonstrated by Peabody, who played an active role in the recent opera house restoration project. At Thursday’s event, the sixth-graders presented Peabody with proceeds of a recentt “Kids” musical they staged at the opera house. A total of $106 was raised toward purchase of chairs for the building. Peabody expressed her appreciation to the class and reminded them that they are the first students to graduate at the opera house since 1928, the year Vermontville last conducted its high school commencements there. Maplewood graduates for 1991, listed in the program, were Katrina Alexander, Tony Avitable, Chris Baker, Beth Balcom, Stacey Balko, Mandy Beemer, Shawn Bigelow, Carrie Blakney, Jon Bowers, Brent Baden, Aaron Brandenburg, Charles Brisco, T. J. 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Jones & Co.® Member New York Stock Exchange, Inc. and Securities Investor Protection Corporation. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1991 — Page 10 Kellogg Elementary School holds graduation for "Class of *97 (at top right) Excited Kellogg sixth­ graders chatted outside the school before the ceremony began. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Seventy-four sixth-graders at Kellogg Elementary School Wednesday received diplomas Presidential Academic Achievement Awards went to 11 Kellogg graduates for high scholastic standing in their middle elementary years (front row, from left) Marin Smith, Robb Rosin (both of whom received the top Silver Star award); and Sarah Hughes, (middle row) Scott Spitzer, Mike Heyboer, Dan Leep, BeeGee Garvey, (back row) Evelyn Ackley, Marie Jewell, Rod Brooks and Dan Potter. 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They are Marin Smith and Robb Rosin (who earned the top Silver Medal Awards) and Marie Jewell, Dan Potter, Sarah Hughes, Evelyn Ackley, Rod Brooks, Scott Spitzer, Dan Leep, Mike Heyboer and BeeGee Garvey. The award is based on scholastic achievement. In a special award, sixth­ graders selected the “most improved student” from each of the three classrooms. Criteria are improvement in academics, behavior and other aspects of being a good student. Chosen from Slag’s room was Nick Garza; from Garlinger’s room, JeffJames; and from Briggs’ room, Darwin Cheeseman. Each teacher made the presentation to his or her own student. Four of the graduating sixth-graders took part in the commencement ceremony. Jim Mitchell, Kellogg Stu­ dent Council President, delivered a brief message. Sarah Hughes spoke on the importance of parents and thanked them for their role; Nick Garza talked about friendship; and Scotty Spitzer Continued on next page— Terri Sessions received a congratulatory kiss from her paternal grandmother, Betty Wilcox. Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Qualify Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1991 — Page 11 Kellogg Elementary 'honor roll' The following is the 6th six weeks Honor Roll for Kellogg Elementary Sth graders: ADA’s Kristen Frith, Wes Quick, Jessica Smith, Danielle Watson. A/B Average Terrance Augustine, Jed Brisco, Jeff Brzycki, Hillary Cates, Kerri Dean, Nathan Dickey, Ryan Elliston, Aman­ da Finkler, Ricky Fowler, Amanda Finkler, Richard Genther, Teresa Gordon, Emille Gould, Maria Green, Travis Hardin, Chris Hart- From previous page— delivered a lively introduction to honored Kellogg citizens, Donna and Bernard Garvey Jr. Mrs. Garvey is a library aide at the school and her hus­ band is an active volunteer in many school activities. The Garveys were chosen because of their “deep com­ mitment” to the PTO and other Kellogg School projects, said Spitzer, who then presented the couple with EWING WELL DRILLING , INC. 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A/B Average Corie Augustine, Rod Brooks, Kyle Curtiss, Amber Davidson, Marty Dawson, Brandon Eberly, Jenny Gard­ ner, BeeGee Garvey, Dana Hamilton, Scott Herman, Mike Heyboer, Sarah Hughes, Sam Javor, Marie Jewell, Steve Kill, Matt Knoll, Jenny Kuempel, Dan Leep, Jim Mitchell, Joel Mittelstaedt, Jason Neymeiyer, Jamie Norris, Trisha Potter, Gretchen Pries man, Erica Reid, Cory Robinson, Scott Rooks, Jim Rose, Carla Shook, Scott Spitzer, Amanda Smith, Tara Stewart, Kevin Swift, Josh Thome. flowers and a gift from the Dana Hamilton, Kevin Hansen, Melissa Harmon, school. The Garveys also were in­ Scott Herman, Mike cluded in the V.I.P. (Very Im­ Heyboer, Sarah Hughes, portant Parents) group Mike Hurlbut, Jeff James, selected for special recogni­ Sam Javor, Marie Jewell, tion this year. Others were Bobby Joseph, Steve Kill, Kim Hansen, Diane Kuempel, Matt Knoll, Jenny Kuempel, Crystal Potter, Diane Daniel Leep, Marshall Heyboer, Kathy Pennington, Magoon, Alicia Manning, Sue Dawson, Marvin Mit­ Josh Miller, Jim Mitchell, chell, Brenda Stewart, Kathy Joel Mittelstaedt, Jason and Rick Spitzer, and Bob Neymeiyer, Jamie Norris, Matt Pennington, Jeremy Joseph. Potter thanked the Pontius, Dan Potter, Trisha honorees. She said they have Potter, Gretchen Priesman, “volunteered above and Erica Reid, Trevor Rios, beyond the call of duty.” Cory Robinson, Scott Rooks, The Garveys had the honor James Rose, Jason Rose, of awarding diplomas to the Robb Rosin, Angela Rumsey, students. After the presenta­ Samantha Salzman, Teri Ses­ tion was completed, the sions, Carla Shook, Amanda graduates sang their class Smith, Marin Smith, Scott song, “Lean On Me.” Spitzer, David Stephens, Tara A toss ofhats in the air end­ Stewart, Kevin Swift, Jason ed the ceremony. Hugs, con­ Symonds, Josh Thome, Gabe gratulations, picture-taking Ulrich and Mike Way. and refreshments followed. Graduates listed on the pro­ gram were Evelyn Ackley, Kathy Anderson, Tony ApHorse Deveopmental pelman, Mandy Ashley, Corie Committee to meet Augustine, Cody Ayars, Merandia Banks, Jeanette Thursday June 13 Beard, Michael Bennett, All 4-H horse members, Tyson Brenton, Rod Brooks, Tom Chase, Darwin leaders and parents are invited Cheeseman, Lisa Crutcher, to the Horse Developmental Lesley Currier, Kyle Curtiss, Committee Meeting Thurs­ Amber Davidson, Marty day, June 13, at 7:30 p.m. in Dawson, Debbie Decowski, Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Elizabeth DeLong, Brandon Fairgrounds. Several upcoming events, Eberly, Jennifer Gardner, BeeGee Garvey, Nick Garza, fair events and educational op­ Shane Gillean, Jeff Hadden, portunities will be discussed. 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(VL-375) A �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1991 — Page 12 Kellogg youngsters have fifth annual 'USA Day* Marta Green included a state flag pillow as part of her Tennessee exhibit. The exhibitors shared their knowledge with other Kellogg students who enjoyed a mini-tour of the USA. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Kellogg Elementary fifth­ graders, after finishing studies and projects for their annual USA Day, last Monday demonstrated their newlyacquired knowledge at a show staged in the school gymnasium. The event was attended by parents, students and others. This is the fifth year for USA Day, which calls for each Kellogg youngster to -rAJlWSSC** research one of the 50 states and prepare reports and ex­ hibits touting the highlights of the state. Each child becomes an “expert” on his or her state and is expected to be able to answer questions that may be asked by visitors. “The students prepare seven written reports and maps, show the state flower, bird and products, and anything extra they care to add,” said teacher Laurie Kipp, whose class is one of $100 REWARD FOR ANY BASEMENT WE CAN T DRY UP 1 -800-748-0500 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON INCREASING PROPERTY TAXES The Village Council of the Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on a proposed addi­ tional millage rate of .045779 mill for operating to be levied in 1991. The hearing will be held on June 13,1991 at 7:00 o’clock in the p.m. ... at the ... Council Chambers 204 North Main, Nashville, Michigan If adopted, the proposed additional millage will increase operating revenues from ad valorum property taxes in 1991 otherwise permitted by Public Act 5 of 1982 by 5%. The taxing unit publishing this notice, and iden­ tified 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 206 N. Main Street Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-9544 Florida's Disney World and citrus fruit were two attractions touted by Nicole Wilson, appearing here as ’Minnie Mouse'. the three involved in the pro­ ject. The other two teachers are Dave Hustwick and Jamie Johnson. Posters and brochures make colorful backgrounds for the children’s individual booths. Relief maps are frequently in­ cluded, and often a child has made an extra effort to go beyond simply fillfilling pro­ ject requirements. Mrs. Kipp’s student, Hillary Cates, for example, did not merely draw the flower and tree for her assign­ ed state of Virginia. She molded a blossoming dogwood branch from salt dough, painted it and attached it to a wooden plaque to make an attractive three­ dimensional display for her table. A miniature portable saw mill assembled by Tyler Robins, of Mr. Hustwick’s class, added an outstanding touch to his Arkansas display. Nicole Williams, of Mrs. Johnson’s class, dressed as Minnie Mouse to draw atten­ tion to “her” state of Florida and one of its top attractions: Disney World. The event was a learning experience, not only for par­ ticipants, but also for those at­ tending the entertaining onehour nationwide “tour.” • Wanted WANTED: 2 persons to share a hot air balloon ride. Leaving from Nashville area. Cost $160 per person. Phone 852-9646. Dogwood blossoms helped Hillary Cate showcase the state of Virginia. She molded and painted the flowers and also painted a picture of Mt. Vernon, home of George Washington. 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Main; Vermontville Phone 726-0569 OPEN: Monday - Friday 7 to 7 ■ Saturday 8 to 5 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1991 — Page 13 Gardners, farmers can plan for their insect control In an age when many people are realizisng the importance ofprotecting the environment, it is important for home gardeners and farmers to use chemical control of insects in a timely and limited manner. Many farmers are using biological, mechanical, cultural and chemical controls in combinations to reduce the amount of insecticide applied. Home gardeners would be wise to follow the examples these conscientious farmers set forth. Gardeners can safely and effectively control insect pests by following this step-by-step approach: 1. know the insects associated with the crops you intend to grow. Pay special at­ tention to when damage is most likely to occur. 2. Monitor your garden at least once or twice a week. Monitor at different times of the day. Check for insects and signs of insect feeding. Deter­ mine which insects are present so you can find how to control Wildlife field guides available Now that it is spring, many people are curious about the wildlife they encounter when outside. The MSU Cooperative Ex­ tension Service has produced two field guides that may help: Michigan Snakes ($6.95) and* Michigan Turtles and Lizards ($8.95). Both field guides provide information on behavior, biology, habitat conservation and identification. The full color publications are available from the Eaton County Cooperative Exten­ sion Service. The Cooperative Extension Service has scores of other publications available on natural resources topics. In addition, more than 2,000 titles are available that deal with home community, farm or family. There are even video tapes and computer pro­ grams available on a variety of topics. For a free catalog listing all ofthese resources, call or visit the county Cooperative Exten­ sion Service office, 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte, 48813-1497, telephone: 517/543-2310 or 372-5594. them. 3. Decide on controls. Firs decide if control is necessary. Often insect numbers aren’t high enough to warrent spray­ ing. The County Extension of­ fice can help you make this decision. .Second, decide on what type of control will be effective. * Biological control— Natural enemies of pests found in the typical home garden include predators, parasites and pathogens. Be careful not to kill these when you spray for damaging insects. * Mechanical control— Picking large bugs off plants, and washing small insects such as aphids from plants with a forceful spray of water are examples. Barriers, such as soup cans sunk one inch in­ to soil around transplants, are effective in preventing damage by cutworms. * Cultural control—Rotate crops, adjust planting times, use of trap crops, and proper cleanup of crop residues are all examples of cultural control. Chemical control—follow label directions for use. Con­ tact the Extension office for rates and dates of application. 4. Apply the selected control(s). 5. Continue monitoring. For further questions, call the Eaton County Cooperative Extension service, 517/543-2310 or 372-5594. '1H1AV1\1)()\\''|O Buhd Around Recycling information offered 'free' Churches, businesses or organizations who accept or need something people might otherwise throw away may contact Angie Morris at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service to be in­ cluded in an upcoming brochure on “Recycling Unusual Items.” Information on what to do with things like old ap­ pliances, clothing and button TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 batteries will be included in this brochure. To be included in the brochure, call 543-2310 or 372-5594 or write to the Eaton County Cooperative Exten­ sion Service, 126 N. Bostwick, Charlotte, 48813. Be sure to include: Eaton County's ‘oldest* veteran being sought The Eaton County 4-H Fair Board is searching for the oldest Eaton County veteran. 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State, Nashville • 852-0882 See us for: • Delivery • Planning • Estimates • Savings (B OK CREDIT" �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1991 — Page 14 SMAA All-League athletes honored S.M.A.A. All-League Girls Track — (front, from left) Kalyn Ellis, Bronson; Shoni DeRosia, Olivet; Andrea Ripley, Olivet; Angela Wilber, Bronson; Heather Roach, BronBron­ son; Anngil Penney, Bellevue; Micki Bass, Bellevue; (back) Janet Boldrey, Maple Valley; Mindy Shoup, Maple Valley; Alice Moore, Maple Valley; Jennifer Phenix, Maple Valley; Tammy Ashley, Maple Valley; Tracy Kangas, Maple Valley; Retha Byrd, Maple Valley; Kim Poyer, Bellevue; Nicole Malinowski, Bellevue; Stephanie Bouwens, Maple Valley; Cindy Furlong, Maple Valley. S.M.A.A. All-League Girls Softball — (front, from left) Rachel Latshaw, Pennfield; Celeste Wells, Pennfield; Heidi Board, Bronson; Missey Ransbottom, Bronson; Sarah Byers, Bellevue; Lori Ganton, Bronson; (back) Amy Roberts, Bellevue; Kristin Summers, St. Philip; Lora England, Olivet; Beth Carpenter, Bronson; Leigh Stine, Maple Valley; Jody Olmstead, Maple Valley; Kelly Collins, Olivet; Shannon Swartz, Bellevue; Anna Goodrich, Maple Valley; Lauri Janousek, Bellevue. Missing from photo is Angie Dear­ man, Bronson. S.M.A.A. All-League Boys Baseball — (front, from left) Brian Clark, Pennfield; Rob Morris, Pennfield; Jason Hogan, Pennfield; Troy Ramos, St. Philip; Brent Haag, Maple Valley; Dan Franks, Maple Valley; (back) Levi Schantz, Maple Valley; Joe Welch, Bronson; Jason Hoefler, Maple Valley; Jamie Endsley, Bellevue; Pat Lucas, St. Philip; Darrel Stine, Maple Valley; Eric Austin, Bellevue; Jon Shank, Maple Valley; Chris Yesh, Bronson; Barry Bassage, Bronson. S.M.A.A. All-League Boys Track—(front, from left) Tavis Powell, Olivet; Troy Thay­ er, Olivet; Larry Cords, Olivet; David Monarch, Pennfield; Terris Todd, Pennfield; Dan Olmstead, Bellevue; Steven Ainsloorth, Maple Valley, (back) Tom Piepkow II, Olivet; Brandon Olsen, Olivet; Troy Shick, Olivet; Carl Schlee II, Olivet; Rich Witzke, Olivet; Kevin Sharp, Olivet; Jon Chilton, Bellevue; Jason Ballard, Bellevue; Matt Huver, Bellevue; Scott Wilber, Bronson, Ryan Yoder, Bronson. Junior golf league now forming in Nashville The junior golf league at Mulberry Fore will begin June 10th at 12:30. It is open to both boys and girls of age 8 up to high school students. The dates for the league will be June 10th, 17th, 24th, July 1st, 8th and the 15th. On the 15th the league will play a flighted 9 hole handicap tournament. During the league some in­ struction is provided but the majority of the time is spent playing golf and learning the etiquette of the game. Volunteer coaching positions available at Maple Valley A number of volunteer, un­ paid coaching positions are open for the 1991-92 school year at Maple Valley. Included are seventh and eighth grade and freshman girls’ basketbal’ freshman volleyball; seventh and eighth grade boys’ basketball; seventh and eighth grade and freshman cheerleading; and junior varsity and varsity foot­ ball and basketball cheerleading. Anyone interested in the positions may apply in writing to Bill Rivest, assistant prin­ cipal and athletic director, Maple Maple Valley High School, or call 852-9275 by Monday, June 10. Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes S.M.A.A. All-League Boys Baseball—(Added to Boys Baseball honorees) Chris Kohl of Olivet and and K. C. Place, also of Olivet. Brochures Wedding Invitations ) MORE rCall 945-9554 It is best if each player has their own set of clubs and all players must wear either ten­ nis shoes or golf shoes. The cost is $4 a day for non­ members or $22 if the league membership is paid in full on June 10th. The cost for junior members of Mulberry Fore is $4. If you have any questions about the league, call golf coach Mike Booher at 726-1066. Serving Our Country Wilson E. Guernsey Pvt. Wilson E. Guernsey III has completed an armor crewman course at Fort Knox, Ky. The course is designed to teach the crewman to serve as a member of an armor unit in defensive and offensive com­ bat operations. In addition to basic combat training, the soldier was taught to drive the armored weapon, load and fire the weaponry, perform ammunition supply duties, and to process intelligence and operations data. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilson E. Guernsey of 191 Strong Road, Ionia, and nephew of Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Guernsey of 9385 E. State Road, Nashville. The private is a 1988 graduate of Ionia High School. David L. Kenyon Tech. Sgt. David L. Ke­ nyon has graduated from an Air Force major command non-commissioned officer academy, having received ad­ vanced military leadership and management training. He is a refrigeration and air conditioning technician at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Kenyon is the son of Bennie L. and Lois F. Kenyon of 121 Kellogg St., Nashville. His wife, Layrine, is the daughter of Raymond and Joyce Aspinall of 222 N. State St., Nashville. The sergeant is a 1973 graduate of Maple Valley High School. �Y°ur 24 Hour Classified Placement and Information Line FROM A VOICE COMMUNICATION SERVICE OF J-AD GRAPHICS'INC. You can PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in any of the eight J-Ad Graphics publications seven-days-a-week, 24 hours-a-day... □ Reminder □ Advisor (Marshall) □ Lakewood News □ Maple Valley News □ Weekender □ Shopper (Battle Creek) □ Sun & News □ Banner ... by Calling To place a classified ad after dialing the phone number above on your TOUCHTONE PHONE! 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June 17-20 - College Week — Michigan State University (Brochures at the Extension Office). June 19-21 - 4-H Exploration Days, MSU, East Lansing. June 20 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. June 25 - 4-H Superintendents Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. June 25-26 - Michigan 4-H Milk Marketing Tour, Novi. June 27 - 4-H Clerks Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. June 28-29 - State 4-H Trail Ride, Grayling. Gypsy Moth invasion reported in Eaton County Gypsy moth caterpillars have been cited in Eaton County areas from Delta Township to the city of Olivet. The dark fuzzy worms are now over an inch long and are feeding on oaks, poplar, birch, willow, maple and other susceptible trees. According to Eaton County Extension Director Allen Krizek, the larger larvae now will be feeding at night and resting in the shade during the day. Homeowners can take advantage of this biological phenomenon to help control the pest. Cloth hiding bands can be made from medium weight dark cloth about 12 to 18 in­ ches wide and long enough to wrap completely around the tree. Fasten the band of cloth at about four feet from the ground with twine, cord or wire about midway from the bottom of the cloth. Then fold the top part of the cloth down over die bottom half. Some of the caterpillars searching for .a shady resting spot will hide under the flap of the band. These caterpillars can then be removed and destroyed (burned or dropped into a bucket of soapy water) daily, or many will climb back up the tree at dusk to feed. Be sure to remove all bands from trees by late July so the trees will not be harmed. A number of chemical insecdcides are also available for gypsy moth control. They include Orthene, Sevin, malathion and methoxychlor. If you choose to use insec­ ticides, read and follow label instructions. A complete guide on homeowner techniques for reducing damage by the gypsy moth is available from he Eaton County Coo.perative Extension Service, '126‘ N. Bostwick St., Charlotte, 48813. Fair open class entries still being accepted The Eaton County Fair is right around the comer, yet people still have time to enter in the open class division. What is a fair if the public doesn’t have a chance to see the most outstanding garden CPR Class Who: Anyone interested in learning CPR What: Adult, Child & Infant CPR & Airway Obstruction Techniques flowers, a chance to view beautiful quilts and embroidery skills, a chance to enjoy oil painting and photography? And the Eaton Fair wouldn’t be without the beautiful displays of its maple syrup products and shelves filled with baked goods. Many have items that have been skillfully made or special products that have raised. They are urged to share them with others by exhibiting them at the fair. The 1991 Fair Books are now available at the Extension office in Charlotte. In this publication, one can find regulations and categories for exhibiting. Deadline for open class registration is 5 p.m. July 10 at the fair office on the fairgrounds. Correction— In the June 4 Maple Valley News report of the Maple Valley alumni banquet, 1966 MV grad and Operation Desert Storm veteran David Decker was incorrectly iden­ tified as Robert Decker. Also, in that same story, a produc­ tion error resulted in a photo of Maplewood “Kids” musical being mis-identified as the MV Jazz Band which entertained at the banquet. When: June 19th & 21st from 5 pm*8:30 pm Where: Vermontville, Michigan Why: Choking and cardiac arrest can occur at any time or any place, and with the proper training you! could be the difference between life and death! Class space is limited, so for more information or to pre-register for this class call: Tina at 726-1047 — or — Ken at543-9489 Evenings Has anyone ever told you that if you keep cracking your knuckles they’re going to grow big, or you’ll develop arthritis? Do you, or do you know somebody who can bend their fingers all the way backward, maybe even far enough to touch the back of their hand? Do you know what it really means when somebody is double jointed? Do they really have an extra joint? Popping knuckles and double joints both deal with the same boney joints of the body that doctors call the metacarpalphalangeal joints, or “M.P.” joints for short. Here in Maple Valley we just call them knuckles, the joints where the fingers hook on to the hands. If the ligaments that hold the knuckle bones together are real flexible, then a person is able to bend fingers backward real far, as ifone had an extrajoint. That’s where the term “double jointed” comes from. There’s not really an extra joint, just more joint flexibility. Doctors grade a person’s joint flexibility from grade one to grade four. As a test, bend your right index finger backwards as far as it will go without discomfort and then compare with the above grades in the drawing. Are you a stiffgrade one? Or maybe you’re a flexible grade four. Knuckle popping is a noise created by quickly releasing pressure within the knuckles. Once knuckles are “popped,” they usually feel more comfortable and have a little more flex­ ibility. Cracking knuckles will increase joint flexibility and, even better, it Will not make your knuckles big or cause arthritis. I’m not saying that knuckle cracking is not obnoxious, but it’s not really bad for you, either. Take it from the best chiropractor in all all of Nashville, releasing joint pressure every now and then is good forjoints, that’s a big part of what a chiropractor does when he “pops” your back or neck. Aside from putting bones in place and lin­ ing up the spine, the “pop” released joint pressure and increasses joint flexibility, leading to better health. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-06-18.pdf dee5a984d29c304ae8932876619a889a PDF Text Text new ra's aPub,tty u' S' Hi, 4s t9tre Hastln9s, s9 re^^e ett ®ufc Raf, F PAID A*-S- pOSTACB HAST/NCS, Ml 49038 i F«ml» QTTIINMGPCS P S P ’J IBP!U |sP,LI lIbRhRAAiR j%Y2 N BPruobaldiswhaeyd bHya Js-tAindgsG, rMapichhic. s4,9 I0n$c?. HASTINGS. M»il'l4^9n0n5c8o-1'-t8 a9a3i. P.O. BPohxo Ane- Nashville,(HMmic)h|igan The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 47 — Tuesday, June 18, 1991 Voters say 'yes’ to M.V. Schools' Headlee override officials. “We are very pleased that Maple Valley voters last we did have voter support,” Monday approved an override said Dr. Ozzie Parks, of Michigan’s Headlee superintendent of schools. “I amendment, keeping about feel the board is pleased that $52,000 in the school budget the public has shown us this that otherwise would have confidence. He said the Headlee over­ been lost. They also elected Bonnie ride “will enable us to balance Leep and Beatrice Pino to the the budget and give us a two four-year terms opening chance to go forward with July 1 on the Maple Valley plans and programs rather Board of Education. Leep than to consider reductions.” The ballot measure asked received 337 votes and Pino, voters whether the maximum 251. In a contested race for a authorized millage rate should two-year seat on the board, be levied, instead of im­ David Tuckey topped Lynn plementing a rollback re­ Mengyan, 231-162. The two- quired by Michigan’s soyear opening resulted from called Headlee Amendment. the resignation last June of That law mandates a millage Larry Filter. Former board reduction ifthe rate ofproper­ member Irma Gene Baker had ty assessment hikes in a been appointed to fill the seat school district exceeds the an­ nual rate of inflation. until the 1991 election. Had voters not approved the Baker did not seek election to the post. Also not seeking override, Maple Valley’s cur­ re-election were Charles Viele rent millage rate of 29.01 would have been rolled back Sr. and Ronald Tobias. The Headlee override, ap­ to 28.69. This would have proved 232-204, was resulted not only in loss of welcome news to school local revenue, but also in by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter forfeiture of some state aid funds because those payments are based on a per-mill, per­ student formula. Preliminary figures presented to the school board in May showed that state equalized valuation (SEV) of properties in the district jumped an average of 8 per­ cent while the cost of living rose only 5.4 percent. Local officials say that last year’s reappraisal ofCastleton Township properties by a pro­ fessional firm contributed to thejump in SEV. Eaton Coun­ ty properties in the district showed an increase of only about 4 percent, while those in Barry County rose more than 13 percent. Parks said he believes a public relations campaign to explain the complex Headlee measure to voters contributed to the successful outcome of the election. In addition to news stories in the Maple Valley News, the superinten­ dent’s weekly column in the paper highlighted the issue in a question-and-answer Bonnie Leep format. He said he found it helpfill when readers called him for further information on the Headlee matter and suggested certain questions that could be answered in the column to help clarify the override proposal. “I appreciate the one-onone feedback,” said Parks. David Tuckey Of the three newly-elected board members, Pino is the only one with experience on that panel. A retired West Coast school teacher, she completed a four-year term on the board in June 1990, but did not seek re-election at that time. Leep is the mother of three children, two of whom are Bea Pino students at Maple Valley. Tuckey has a stepson enrolled in the local school system and three grown sons who are former Maple Valley students. He is employed as an inspector at B-O-C in Lansing. Pino and Leep reside at rural Nashville addresses; Tuckey in rural Vermontville. Nashville meets Headlee mandate with 5 percent tax increase Junefest celebration set at Barryville church than the annual rate of valorum tax revenue to Sixth annual event planned Summer food and fun for the community will once again be offered by the con­ gregation of Peace United Methodist Church, known as the Barryville Church. The Saturday, June 22 cel­ ebration is called Junefest and food plays the leading role. Strawberry shortcake, homemade ice cream, hot dogs, ice tea, lemonade and coffee will be featured at the sixth annual event In addi­ (Junefest) bazaar was a major tion to the array of food to fund raiser for the general purchase, there will be many budget. Today it is more craft items for sale plus a than just a fund raiser. Junewhite elephant table stocked fest has become an opportu­ nity for the church to share with many useful items. Junefest will be held from with the community, not 4 to 7 p.m. at the church, only good food, but good said a located on M-79 (Scott fellowship," Road), 3 1/2 miles west of spokesperson. For more information Nashville at the comer of Barry ville Road. about Junefest call (517) "In the beginning the 852-1993. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter In a rather complex maneuver Thursday evening, the Nashville Village Council raised by 5 percent its opera­ tional millage rate for 1991 while cutting its collection rate from one mill to .89 of a mill. The financial footwork was necessary to comply with Michigan’s so-called Headlee Amendment which mandates that millage rates must be roll­ ed back if property assessments increase more Business brisk at local 'garage sales' The nearest thing to a traffic jam that Nashville has seen in many moons occurred Satur­ day. The occasion was the an­ nual Garage Sale Day spon­ sored by the local Chamber of Commerce. Scores of homeowners stashed tables full of goodies, hung up racks ofclothing, and set out furniture, bikes, boats and other items at bargain prices. Shoppers apparently responded well, for most ven­ dors reported brisk sales star­ ting as early as 8:30 a.m. At Putnam Public Library, the Friends of the Library conducted a book sale fund­ raiser, with cookies and punch as a sideline. A unique offer­ ing at the library event was a collection of Life magazines dating back to pre-World War II. Most were listed at $5 per copy. Shoppers discussed the bargains and helped each other make decisions about purchases as they made the rounds of Nashville garage sales. See Sales, on page 8 inflation. Nashville is in an unusual position this year because a professional repppraisal of Castleton Township properites in 1990 resulted in a $1.7 million jump in state equalized valuations (SEV) of properties within the village. “At this point we would have to hold a special election (to ask for a Headlee override) in order to collect a full mill,” explained Village Clerk Rose Heaton. “We have never had property values go up so much.” Property assessments in­ creases in Nashville averaged more than 18 percent, while the annual rate of inflation was only 5.4 percent. The rate of millage increase approved by the council last week falls within the cost of living criterion established by Headlee. The action is expected to generate about $8,000 in addi­ tional income for 1991, bring­ ing Nashville’s total ad $156,000. In the millage spread Thurs­ day the street department lost one mill when council decided to allocate only four mills for its operation this year. The lifted mill was transfered to the village’s general opera­ tions budget with the stipula­ tion that it be earmarked for repair of village sidewalks. “Sidewalks in this town are in very bad condition,” said Village President Ray Hin­ ckley. “Something has got to be done.” He estimated cost of replac­ ing sidewalks at $7 per runn­ ing foot for contracted work. It was the idea of Trustee Richard Chaffee, Jr. to take one mill from the street department allocation for the sidewalk project, generating about $9,750. “This should buy us about $20,000 worth or sidewalks, approximately 3,000 feet,” said Hinckley. Homeowners See 5 percent, on page 2 In This Issue... • Pioneer spirit to come to area Vacation Bible School • Nashville Lions clean-up highway • Maple Valley honor roll announced �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1991 — Page 2 5 percent tax increase announced in Nashville, are charged one-half the cost of sidewalk replacement as ah assessment against their property. “The street department is not destitute,” noted Chaffee. “(Loss of) one mill will not hurt them.” He added that he is thankful Dept, of Public Works Supervisor Leon Frith has been “so frugal” with the street budget. In other business Thursday the council decided to return a Main Street curb cut on Water Alley to its proper width rather than reimburse Jeffrey Beebe for what he says is about a 14-ft. encroachment on his commercial property at 101 N. Main. The case stems from a repaving project last fall of Main Street (M-66) by the state. At that time the en­ tryway to the east-west alley adjacent to Beebe’s building was widened from 12 to 32 feet, at the direction of the village. Beebe complained last month that this has resulted in traffic encroaching on his pav­ ed parking area. Beebe told the council in May that he planned to con­ struct a 25-foot wide deck at continuedfrom frontpag the side ofhis building, which nuke a property swap,” now houses Dairy Delite, to Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer provide seating for that store’s told Beebe. “You saw an ad­ customers. He asked the vantage because of a village council for consideration of error.” payment or a swap ofproperty Beebe presented the council to compensate him for the with copies of a professional survey of the property as well encroachment. The council, ; however, as drawings showing the declined these proposals as village encroachment and a well as a suggestion that the layout of his planned imalley be closed off entirely. provments on the south side of Beebe asked the council the building. Thursday for installation of He had proposed the village speed bumps in the alley to trade him land at the back of slow down traffic, but council his property in exchange for did not consider the matter. the alley right-of-way, in “You would have liked to which case he would build the deck at the rear of his building. Council rejected this idea last month because village of­ ficials felt it might hamper other nearby businesses who use the rear alley for back­ door deliveries. Nashville’s municipal parking lot stret­ ches behind the stores for the entire length of the block in which Beebe’s property is located. He also owns the Gribbin building on the north side of Dairy Delite. The work of returning the original curb cut will be done by the local DPW crew. 219 N. Main Street LUMBER YARD I I Continued on next page— Mace Pharmacy HOMETOWN I Only one life — will soon be past Boundaries are to be establish­ ed by mutual agreement of Beebe on the north and Castleton Township, whose hall is located on the south. The entryway also encroaches about 4 feet on township pro­ perty, but officials have said this can be solved with a letter of agreement between the two entities to allow the village use of the land if it agrees to relinquish any future claim to ownership. On another matter Thurs­ day, the council heard Kay NASHVILLE Only what's donefor Christ will last. 8S2-084S 219 S. State St. Nashville, Mich. HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 852-0882 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. HOME COOKING AT ITS BEST Trowbridge Service - AUTO SERVICE CENTER 130 S'. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 REALTOR’ WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE ELSIE E. WOLEVER BROKER 126 S. Main St. Nashville, Ml. 49073 RES. 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Service ........... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1991 — Page 3 From previous page— Hartzler, director of Maple Valley Community Educa­ tion, express thanks for use of the village council chambers as an adult learning center this past school year. The council agreed to renew a rental agreement for next year with the Community Education program which pays $50 per month year-’round (since they store materials there throughout the summer) plus utilites for the months they are in the building. Later, Sgt. Gene Koetje, Nashville police chief, asked the council to stipulate that adult education students not park their, vehicles on Main Street while in classes. “We owe it to our mer­ chants to leave that space for their customers,” said Koetje, who reported handling several complaints when students had parked all day on Main Street rather than walk from the Superintendent's Corner— What do you do in the summer? By Ozzie D. Parks It is not uncommon for community members to ask school administrators how they are enjoying their summer away from school. Although we are given the opportunity to take vaca­ tions between school years, the business of the school goes on throughout the summer, and administrtors and some staff members are involved for approximately two ofthe three sum­ mer months. Perhaps a listing of some of the summer tasks that must be done will help answer the question regarding what we do when the students are on vacation. 1. Programs such as drivers education and recreation are carried out or coordinated by the school during the summer. 2. The facilities and equipment of the school are carefully in­ spected and scheduled for repair and improvement. The work is then assigned to staff members or contracted with outside firms. This work is supervised and checked for completion. 3. Textbooks and supplies are inventoried and orders are prepared and sent out to meet the needs of the coming year. They are then checked in when they arrive and distributed to teaching areas. 4. Contracts with employee groups are negotiated and prepared for the coming year or years. 5. New employees are contacted, interviewed and con­ tracted. They are also assisted in finding housing and getting acquainted with the school and community. 6. The regular business of the school, including the prepara­ tion of payrolls and the paying of bills, continues on throughout the summer. An extensive audit also takes place at this time. 7. Improvements for the coming year are studied, presented for approval and plans made for their implementation. There are other organizational, management, and planning tasks that are also best carried out in the summer. It is not the administrators and year-round staff members don’t enjoy a vacation or a change ofpace, we do. But we also think you should know that we only take short vacations, when possible and don’t really spend the whole summer fishing. To­ day’s schools are a year-around business. FAMILY HAIR CARE at Village Hair Port MEN'S-WOMEN'S municipal parking lot across the street. He also reminded the council that students must observe the “No Smoking” signs posted in the council chambers. In other action Thursday, the council: — Decided to approach the Nashville Planning Commis­ sion about possible rezoning ofthe old municipal garage on Cleveland Street and an adja­ cent Sherman Street property after receiving a letter from die board objecting to the village recently renting a por­ tion of the garage to a lawn care service for equipment storage. Zoning Ad­ ministrator Tom Taylor had given council prior approval. — Tabled for further study a request from Fred Lowell Mead to rent the Nashville Boy Scout hall at the Thomapple River public boat launch (off Reed Street) for a bait shop. The building was con­ structed with funds willed inii 1955 for that purpose by the late Joseph Hurd, early Nashville auto dealer and en­ trepreneur, but is currently vacant. Said Heaton: “Unfor­ tunately die Scouts don’t use it at all.” Read a letter from Castleton Township declining participation in a proposed community recycling program until the village “establish and operate such a pick-up station as a governmental function,” at which time the township will contribute an amount not to exceed $360 per year. The village planned to enlist four or five governmen­ tal units to contribute enough to cover the $100 monthly fee for hauling recyclables from a proposed drop-off site at Carl’s Market. Dywer, an at­ torney and strong proponent ofrecycling, said she believes the township may be concem— Also sent to committee ed about liability, adding that was the question of whether she personally is “not con- village workers .and the street cerned.” Heaton, however, tanker should be used to haul will consult the village insurer water from village hydrants to about the matter. fill private swimming pools and, if so, at what charge. Of­ — Approved a 15-cent per ficials estimate it will take 5 or hour raise for Scott Decker, 6 trips by the tanker to fill an assistant DPW supervisor, as average-sized pool. Presently, compensation for a recently- persons hauling water acquired state Water Purifica- themselves from the hydrants tion license. The approval are charged a flat $25 fee. The brought a complaint from Sgt. DPW Committee will conKoetje, who told the council sider the matter and make a they were being unfair to the recommendation to the village police officers who council. have not been similarly compenstated for mandated train­ ing and certifications. The council earlier had established the 15-cent raise for each j Maple Valley Athletic Boosters B license acquired by of DPW employees. A meeting the | BINGO MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA aA Are you getting QQQQQ your • • • • • 9999 money’s worth? At Eaton Federal our passbook savings account has been the traditional way to save for over 54 years. It’s always been our goal to keep your money safe and earning a fair rate of return. We do this by offering you: 5.50% 5.73% Regular Passbook Savings Rate Per Annum Effective Annual Yield with Daily Compounding Passbook accounts begin earning interest when account balance reaches *50.00 For convenience, safety and to make your money grow faster, Eaton Federal is the right choice. 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CAFETE for Tuesday to discuss the ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.B matter. 5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 g FDIC INSURED FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlc M3-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 - Olivet 211 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... New elementary school, VFW carnival top Nashville news in *50 What was to become Fuller Street Elementary got its of­ ficial start 41 years ago this week, when the Nashville Board of Education let con­ tracts for construction of a four-room school building that was to become the nucleus of the present-day facility. That and the annual VFW carnival were top news in The Nashville News of June 15, 1950. Contracts are let for new school; negotiating brings lowered cost Contracts for construction of a new four-classroom elementary school building for the Nashville Kellogg Rural Agricultural school have been let by the Board of Education. The general contractors, Blouw Brothers of Grand Rapids, have promised the board that they will com­ mence work within five days of the time they receive the contract, which should be within a very few days. They say that, barring unforeseen complications, they are confi­ dent the building can be ready for use by the time school opens in September. Blouw Brothers were given the general contract for a base bid of $45,987. They were the only firm submitting a bid for the general contract. Bowen & Blair Electric of Parchment, Kalamazoo, were low bidders for the heating and plumbing contract, with a base bid of $13,362. Two other firms bid slightly higher. E. C. Morse Co. of Battle Creek was low bidder for the electical contract, beating out two other bidders. Their low bid was $1,945. Total of these three con­ tracts is $60,294. To this must be added the architect’s fees, which will be about $3,600. But the board has been able to negotiate for certain changes in specifications that will save considerable money. All three contractors have indicated that they are willing to work with the board in ef­ fecting some savings and several deductions have been accomplished already. Original specifications call­ ed for facing two sides of the cinder block walls with brick. That item amounted to $1,700. Blouw Brothers have agreed to deduct the brick work, if the board decides to wait a bit before adding it. Also, there were to be cabinets built in each classroom. Some of these can wait until later. The contrac­ tors agreed to strike this item off the specifications at a sav­ ings of nearly $500. Another $550 can be saved by eliminating tunnels for carry­ ing service lines. Some of these changes still are only tentative. In other words, if enough can be saved without lowering the general standards of construction, then some of the deducted items can be afforded after all. Number one on the list of desirable features to be retain­ ed if possible, is unit ventila­ tion. An alternative would be convector (fin type) heating. As a second desirable feature, the board lists the face brick, which certainly should be add­ ed on, if not at the time ofthe original contraction. The board also hopes to be able to have asphalt tile foors, although an alternative would be smooth concrete. As things stand now, by negotiation the board can lop approximately $4,200 off the base bid for general construc­ tion. By making some substitutions and having some work done locally, the entire cost thereby can be held down pretty close to $60,000, which the district now has in its building and site fund. Merryland Shows here all this week The Merryland Shows, the same carnival that was here a year ago, arrived Sunday and will remain through Saturday. They are set up on the villagerented parking lot back of Rice’s Stop & Shop. (1991 note: Rice’s was located in the Buxton Block, present-day home to Nashville Hardware.) The carnival’s showing here again is sponsored by Thor­ napple Valley Post, Veterans of Foreign Wars. There is a ferris wheel, merry-go-round, several new NEW SWIMWEAR BRICS from... yd. & up v] COOL COTTON v]PRINTS cn yd. & up from HULST CLEANERS PICK-UP STATION 218 E. State St., Hastings 4j Ph. 945-9673 HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 8-5:30; Frr.i:. .8:- *7;2 S.a:t.. 9:-:5:30 L? y - a side shows and numerous other attractions. Big pet parade set for Friday Nashville’s summer recrea­ tion program went into full swing last week, with the best attendance since the project was started three years ago. Last Wednesday 74 boys and girls made the bus trip to Gun Lake for supervised swimming. Friday there was a vehicle parade on Main Street, with prizes for the best entries. Neal (Buzzy) Miller, Pat McKercher, Patsy Mead and Tommy Borst were prize win­ ners. Prizes were donated by McKercher Drag store, South End Service and Diamante’s Confectionary. After the parade, there was a double-header ball game on the new athletic field between grade and junior high teams from Nashville and Vermont­ ville. Vermontville won the graders’ event and Nashville took the junior high game. This week, in addition to swimming, there will be a pet parade Friday afternoon. Coach Ralph Banfield, direc­ tor of the six-weeks program, reports that attendance has been good during the first week, with a high of 92 on Tuesday. Merchants’ nine wins again from Battle Creek team The Nashville Merchants’ baseball team beat U.S. Steel & Wire of Battle Creek 10-4 in a game at Riverside park Sunday afternoon. Charles Lykins, nursing a sore arm, started on the mound for Nashville and gave up four runs in the first inn­ ing. He was replaced by his twin brother, Sherman, who struck out 16, allowing no runs, gave up three hits, caught one pop-up and threw out two men at first. Dull caught for the Nashville battery, and for the Battle Creek team was Snyder and Sloan. The Merchants’ team will play again next Sunday on the home diamond, meeting Verona Implement Co. at 3 p.m. Talk of the town; news in brief — Ivan Babcock attended an all-day Jewel Tea meeting in Detroit Sunday. Mrs. Bab­ cock and family and Mrs. Glenn Moore were afternoon callers ofMr. and Mrs. Victor Pratt near Hastings. — Mrs. Hilda Baas, a member of the Woodland Study Club, accompanied the club to Lansing for their last meeting Tuesday to go through the Lawrence Baking Co. and the Oldsmobile factory. — Mr. and Mrs. Horace Powers were in Traverse City last week for an insurance convention, and spent the weekend at Indian River, where Mr. Powers and several other officials of the Michigan Mutual Windstorm By making some substitutions and having some work done locally, the entire cost of Nashville's proposed four-room elementary school could be held down pretty close to the $60,000 the district had in its building and site fund in 1950. Tha new structure became the nucleus of Fuller Street school, as seen here in the 1960s after three additions had been made to the original building. The Dunham Community Club held a bake sale in June 1950 to raise money for an electric stove for the school. The Dunham School, pictured here in a circa? 1900 photo, was located on Dowling Road near the intersection of Barryville Road in southwest Maple Grove Township. Insurance Company have a lodge. — Frank C. Lentz has been quite ill the past week. — Putnam Public Library this week received a state aid check in the amount of $108.95, which is to be used for current expenses. — Roger Shaw, who has been attending Columbia University, received his master’s degree in interna­ tional affairs June 8. He also received a major in interna­ tional relations at the Russian Institute. He is spending a few days with hs parents before returning to New York. — Edward Haines arrived by plane Wednesday from Tacoma, Wash. He will spend the summer here with his mother. — Mrs. Harve Furlong is slowly gaining at her home here. — Honoring Joyce Dawson, a bridal shower was given Saturday afternoon by Bonetta Mead at her home. Guests included members of this year’s graduating class and friends. — Two home economics girls will attend the FHA Leadership training camp at St. Mary’s Lake from Wednesday until Saturday: Virginia Mason, who will be president of the club next year, and Jackie Brown. — The Beigh Extension Club will meet with Mrs. Wayne Pennock Tuesday, June 20. Those who wish to work on their lamps, please bring their materials. — Dr. and Mrs. R. E. White returned Sunday from their trip to Lubbock, Texas, leaving Kathie in Ohio for a two-weeks visit with her grandparents. — Mrs. C. P. Sprague returned Monday from Pen­ nock Hospital, where she had been a patient for about a week. — Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Elliston entertained at dinner Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Heber Foster of near Hastings and Mr. and Mrs. Ashley VanDoren and family of Quincy. It was the occasion ofthe 37th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Foster. In the after­ noon, all enjoyed music by Mr. Foster and his three granddaughters, Lucia and Marcia VanDoren and Rosalie Elliston. — (Southwest Maple Grove) The North and South Maple Grove EUB churches united in a reception for the new pastor, Rev. Lloyd Hansen, and family, Thursday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Walton. Rev. Hansen and family were also given a shower of groceries, after which refreshments of cake, jello and coffee were served. — (North Vermontville) Glenn Dickinson made three trips to Maumee, Ohio, last week with com for the Ander­ son Grain Co. — (Mayo District) Mrs. Alta Linsley and her mother, Nora Rice, of the Evans district, entertained the Evans-Mayo birthday club last week Tuesday afternoon. Most all the members were present. — (North Kalamo) Mrs. Louise Frey, Mrs. Chancy Walter and Mrs. William Justus accompanied Mrs. Carl Gearhart to Marshall Monday morning to attend a WSCS of­ ficers’ training institute at Brooks Memorial Church. Nearly 200 ladies of the Continued on next page Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and | Thornapple Lake Rd. Owner — Diana Kuempel 852-9481 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1991 — Page 5 Obituaries Edwin W. Ainsworth VERMONTVILLE - Edwin W. Ainsworth, 75 ofVermont­ ville passed away June 12, 1991 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Mr. Ainsworth was born in Lake Odessa, the son of Roy and Effie (Kieth) Ainsworth. He has been a resident ofKalamo Township since 1944 and owned and operated his own farm, where he had farmed and baled hay the day before he died. He served with the U.S. Army during World War II with the occupational forces in Japan. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; son, Larry (Lorelei) of Vermontville; two grand­ children, Brian and Steven both of Vermontville; three brothers, Arion of Grand Rapids, Kenneth of Hopkins, Robert of Saranac,; sister, Linda Aardema of Byron Center. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 15 at the Pray Funeral Home with Reverend Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment in the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. which will go toward buying an electric stove for the school. — Mrs. Ray Thompson was in Dearborn over the weekend visiting Mr. Thomp­ son at the veterans’ hospital. Janice Thompson was a guest at the Montgomery cottage at Thomapple Lake'from Saturday until Wednesday. — Mrs. Gerald Mon­ tgomery drove to Alabama last week to bring back her son, Gene, who has finished his year’s studies at the University of Alabama. Gene i to leave Friday for six is weeks summer R.O.T.C. ttraining at Camp McCoy, Wise. — Mr. and Mrs. Von W. Fumiss attended the Limerick school reunion, north of Lake Odessa on Sunday. This was where Mrs. Fumiss taught her first year of school. — Mr. and Mrs. Will Mar­ tin and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hawblitz spent Saturday at Leach Lake and attended the outdoor theater in the evening. The Family of MARGUERITE BURDICK ...requests your presence at an OPEN HOUSE honoring her on the occasion of her 80th birthday on Sunday, June 23rd. It will be held at the home of Mr. & Mrs. William Shaw, 3713 Curtis Rd., Nashville, from 4-8 p.m. Marguer­ ite requests no gifts, but cards would be most welcome. And Trust 100 Funeral Prearrangement is one of those plans that makes a lot of sense. Particularly when our friends told us how easy it is. ___________________ Velma Cross__________ SUNFIELD - Velma Cross, Jackson and Betty Kenyon of LEHIGH ACRES,, FLORI-- Schempp; c empp; four our daughters, augers, DA - John Adams Schempp of Nancy Lee Matt ofLoudenvil- 72 of 14524 Brown Road, Sunfield; two sons, Raymond Lehigh Acres, Florida and I le, New York, Beatrice Ann Sunfield passed away Thurs­ and'Leonard Cross, both of Ithaca, New York passed away I Crocetta of Saratoga, New day, June 6, 1991 at her Lake Odessa; two step daught­ ers, Loreta Burt and Geneva unexpectedly, May 19, 1991 | York, Mary Jean Brannon of residence. Mrs. Cross was bom Octob­ Strimback; two step sons, from an apparent heart attack Albany, New York, Susan Marie McCue of Westchester,' er 15, 1918 in Detroit, the Robert and Duane Cross, all of in his Florida home. Mr. Schempp was bom in Pennsylvania; a son, John A. daughter of Louis and Sophia California; several grandchil­ Camilla, Georgia and lived in Schempp Jr. of Rochester, (Makal) Sach. She attended dren; great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. Ithaca as a youth. He graduated New York; two sisters, Lucy LeValley School. She was preceded in death She was married to Ralph from Ithaca High School and Anne Jacoby of Brooksville, then Cornell University with Florida and Beatrice C. Cross in October of 1941. She by one son, Louis Ralph Cross the Class of 1940. Reddick of Guilford, Connec- lived most of her life in the and one sister, Julia Sutberry. Funeral services were held He was a B-29 pilot with the ticut; a brother, George Christ- Sunfield area. She attended the Army Air Forces in World War ian Schempp of Melbourne LeValley United Methodist Monday, June 10 at the Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa II and a pilot biologist for New Beach, Florida; eight Church. York State Department of grandchildren. Mrs. Cross is survived by with Reverend Duane Walter He was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; two officiating. Burial was in East Environmental Conservation, retiring in 1980 after 43 years. his mother, Beatrice Schempp daughters, Rosalie Bartlett of Sebewa Cemetery. He was a member of Christ Haley ofIthaca, New York and United Methodist Church at his father, George Christian Lehigh Acres, Florida; Cornell Schempp of Athens, Geoigia. Arrangements have been Club of Southwest Florida and the National Rifle Association. made by the National CremaMr. Schempp is survived by tion Society of Fort Myers, "The Mirrors image" his wife, Isabel Poyer Florida. A memorial service will be wjuoi.2 iiuaaeu held at Memory Gardens, Mrytle E. Graham Hair Stylist for Albany, New York, June 29, i, Women and Children 1991 at 10:30 a.m. NASHVILLE - Mrytle E. Memorial donations may be 111 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE Graham, 74 of Nashville sent to Christ United Method­ passed away Tuesday, June 11, ist Church, Lee Boulevard, 852-9192 1991 atTendercare of Hastings Lehigh Acres, Florida, 33936. after a long illness. Mrs. Graham was born June 11, 1917 in Hastings, the daughter of Howard and Iva (517)726-0181 (Jersey) Weaver. She was 144 SOUTH PiE'IH STSCCT raised in Rutland Township iieHMOHTMILlC. MICHIGAN 49096 and attended Edger Country School and Hastings High HASHMIUC (517) 852-1717 School. She was married to Ronald M. Graham on July 1, 1936 in Bumips. The couple settled in Nashville and had a bait busi­ ness in their early years. Mr. Graham preceded her in death in 1978. She also sold plants and vegetables from her green­ house and had a small farm and * IONIA - approx. 17 acres of land goes with a car wash. ‘CHARLOTTE - 3 bedroom home located only this 3 bedroom home located close to town She was a member of the one mile south of Charlotte ‘Possible land contract terms! (CH-109) Nashville United Methodist *10 acres of land *Call for details! Church and held several (CH-108) offices in the United Methodist Womens Group. She was a hostess at Charlton Park and a volunteer worker for the United Way and the Red Cross Blood Drive. Mrs. Graham is survived by ‘THORNAPPLE LAKE — nice two bedroom two sons, Raymond and his home with screened porch, seawall wife, Janice of Nashville, ‘Possible land contract terms! (M-36) ‘COUNTRY HOME on approx. 2 acres located James and his wife, Mary of on paved road Hastings; a daughter, Marjorie ‘Barn — possibility of more land! (CH-105) Disbrow and her husband, Ellsworth of Eaton Rapids; seven grandchildren; a sister, Irene Weaver ofDayton, Ohio; *20 ACRES with pond and large home a niece, Yvonne Jennings and located south of Nashville her husband, Keith of KitterHiving room and family room with bar ing, Ohio. ‘Lots of potential! She was also preceded in ‘Price just reduced! (CH-106) ‘NASHVILLE AREA - 117 acre farm with death by her mother in 1955; approx. 23 acres of timber her father in 1960 and a sister, *4 bedroom home, pole barn Chrystal Victory. ‘Possible land contract terms! (F-50) Funeral services were held Thursday, June 13 at the Nash­ ville United Methodist Church with Reverend Kenneth Vaught officiating. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. ‘Nice 4-6 bedroom home that has had lots of remodeling and redecorating Memorial contributions ‘Lovely back yard may be made to the Nashville ‘Owners anxious to sell! (N-78) United Methodist Church. Arrangements were made •Five bedroom home with 1 'A baths by the Maple Valley Chapel‘Newly redecorated and ready to move into! Genther Funeral Home, ‘Nice porch, barn (N-77) Nashville. IEW SUMMER STYLES Memories of the post, from previous page Albion-Lansing district were present. — (Barryville) Miss Lois Fassett attended a 4-H Leadership training camp at Waldenwoods from Friday, until Sunday. She was one ofa group of four boys and four girls chosen from the county.. — (West Maple Grove) Saturday, the neighbors and friends will have a party at the Moore School for Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Kesler, who have sold their farm and will be moving to Hastings soon. Anyone desiring to come is welcome. of wl . Refreshments Rf h f cake, jello and sandwiches will be served. — (North Vermontville) Mr. and Mrs. Carter Brumm have purchased a Frigidaire Deep Freeze. — (West Maple Grove) The LAS dinnerdlast Wednes d ­day at the Voorhees home was well attended. Dinner pro­ ceeds were over $27. — (Southwest Maple Grove) The Dunham Community Club held a baked goods sale Saturday at Hastings, the proceeds of John Adams Schempp All it took was a phone call. We liked what we heard. So we each made a Trust 100 Prearrangement. It just makes sense to plan ahead. Bust®)Funeral Prearrangement Centers Zhzy funeral Mo me, Family Serving Families Since 1923 401 W. Seminary St., Charlotte, MI (517) 543-2950 Jnc. STANTON’S Garage Sale 3 FAMILY SALE lots of clothes, baby to adult, Home Interiors, dishes, etc. Wed & Thurs, June 19 & 20. 9:30-6. 5074 Assyria Rd, Nashville. LADIES AND TEEN boys clothes, boys BMX bike, some furniture, old dishes, crafts and misc. June 18th to 22nd, Cindy Walker, 6753 Allegan, Vermontville. National Ads ‘Four bedroom home with living room and family room ‘Approx. 10 acres of land ‘Large Garage ((CH-107) L-98. Approx. 4 acres of land located on corner of Curtis Rd. and M-79. $8,900 with land contract terms. L-96. & L-97. Several parcels of vacant land in the Lakewood School District. Call for details. PROPERTIES TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION FRIDAY, JUNE 28 199'/, acre farm located south of Eaton Rapids. Home and buildings. MONDAY, JULY 8............... ........ 80 acre farm located southwest of Eaton Rapids. Home needs work. WEDNESDAY, JULY 10... .80 acre farm with brick home needing work located in the Hastings area. — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. READ BOOKS FOR PAY! Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 $100 a title. No experience. Call 1-900-847-7878 ($.99/min) or Write: PASE M5842, 161 S. Lincolnway, N. Aurora, II. 60542. Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris ChrisStanton Stanton543-0598 543-0598 Cindy CindyDoolittle Doolittle726-0605 726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1991 — Page 6 Maple Valley Jr. -Sr. 'honor roll* Rogers, Heather Rollins, Kathy Rollins, Wayne Shance, Heather Shipman, Julie Skelton, Leah Sleeper, Michelle Sloboda, *Bradley Smock, Amber Snoeyink, Amanda Starnes, *Andy Swartz, Erica Ulrich, Becky Vedder. ♦Indicates All A’s 6th Six Weeks 7th Grade Samantha Ashley, *Ethan Berry, Keisha Brauer, Joe Brown, Amanda Bryans, Heather Carpenter, Joshua Cerny, Regina Coblentz, DelisaCortright, Chamell Ellison, *Jessica Fawley, Lucas Forquer, Riley Fowler, Kerri Gibson, Andy Gordon, Derek Graham, *Corin Guernsey, Scott Heyboer, ♦Jody Jody Hickey, *Tracy Hickey, Jay Hokanson, Brian Hopkins, Hope Hughes, Misti Jones, Martin Junglas, *Pete Kellepourey, Nichole Kirwin, Nicole Kraai, Lindsey Krolik, Sarah Mater, Katie McDougal, Tony Mead, ♦Travis Melvin, *Kelly Mengyan, Richard Monroe, Sara Parish, Mary Lou Pena, Kristi Priddy, Justine Quick, Jennifer Reid, *Nicole Reid, Chris Robinson, Chad ♦Jennifer Mittlestaedt, Rox­ anne Morgan, Gracie Pena, ♦Jeff Pennington, Heather Philip, Gabe Priddy, Arnie Reid, Jennifer Ripley, Jim Skelton, Kristy Smith, Joyelle Stine, Ernest Sulcer, *Holly Taylor, Rachel Thompson, Jason Vandervlucht, Tony Vandervlucht, *Brandy Wawiernia, Cliff Weller, Matt Williams. Sth Grade Donita Aseltine, John Baker, Nicole Beardslee, Dena Bignail, *Allison Burpee, Christina Coblentz, Andrew Cole, Jason Cook, Faith Dempsey, *Nate Dipert, Richard Dunham, Barbara Franks, Angela Gardner, Mindy Garvey, Ryan Gusey, Robin Hale, Cory Hamilton, ♦Dana Hasselback, Jeff Hay, Shannon Hoffman, Shane Howard, *Andrea Hubka, Billie Jean Jarman, Suzan Koch, Ben Kuempel, Sarah Leep, Greg Little, Matthew Mace, *Jodi Mazurek, Tobi Mazzoni, April McDiarmid, • Fresh Flowers Plants Arrangements Cut Roses Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville ■■■ 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily 9th Grade ♦Christina Bigelow, ♦Stephanie Bouwens, Jeff Burpee, Retha Ryrd, Cheryl Conkey, Lisa Dickinson, Lora Emery, Shannon Fawley, Jaime Gibson, Leslie Gould, Todd Guernsey, Stacy Harvey, Tim Hass, *Stacey Hawblitz, Tara Hoover, Chuck Hoyle, Mikki Jones, Sara Kinyon, Amy Kipp, Maplewood sixth-graders staged a musical at Vermontville's historic opera Justin Lake, Christinehouse last Tuesday to raise funds to buy chairs for the recently restored building. Leonard, Kelly Mahan, Jen­ The performance, "Kids," featured seven different scenes performed by various nifer McArthur, Meliss students in the classes of teachers Cindy Gutchess, Susan Luyendyk and Amy Melvin, *Lisa Metzger, Toutant. An afternoon dress reheasal was staged for other classes. The evening ♦Chris Miller, Jon Mitchell, Ben Mudry, *Rudy Othmer, show asked for a $1 donation from those in the audience; a total of $106 was Cindy Potter, *Daniel Rasey, raised. ♦William Rooks, Miriam Schantz, Cheri Sessions, Julie Laymance, Carl Mazurek, Finkler, Andrea Gardner, Dawn Othmer, Brian Pion, Stair, Brent Stine, Justin Kathy Morgan, Kyle Neff, Mindy Gam, Anna Goodrich, Terry Platte, Amy Rasey, Thrun, Shawn Vanderhoff, Jennifer Phenix, Marcie Reid, Michele Gordon, Mike Christine Rash, Timothy Stephanie Wakley, Debra Renee Rosin, Darcy Schantz, Gusey, Jason Hoefler, Debra Reed, Kristin Reid, Bill White, Lisa Wood. Angie Scott, Becky Shapley, Joostberns, Jeff Laverty, Reynolds, Andy Robotham, Mindy Shoup, Grant Simp­ ♦Helena Lehman, James Weston Rooks, Ryan Rosin, 10th Grade son, Aaron Smith, *Jeremy Lewis, Nathan Lindsey, *Lisa Polly Sayl,es, Levi Schantz, Aymie Alderink, Cassie Smith, Jesse Snow, Tom Long, Dan Lundquist, Angie Jon Shank, Sarah Simpson, Appelman, Dean Beardslee, Madison, Michael Martin, Tara Smith, Tina Snedegar, Snyder, Kim Thompson, ♦Kyle Booher, Matthew Angela Tobias, Mike Michelle McClure, *Darla Jennifer Swartz, Gary That­ Bowen, Tanya Bowen, *Joel Moghan, Shannon cher, Brian Thompson, Andy Trowbridge. Butler, Bryan Carpenter, Lori McLaughlin, Tina Moccar- True, *Kim Tutt, *Nikki Carpenter, Babara Claypool, dine, Jeff Moore, Jody Wood, Randi Wright, Tina 11th Grade Jack Cripe, Kale Dipert, Kel­ Paul Adrainson, Steven Olmstead, Kayli Orman, Yost. ly Eastman, *Dan Finkler, Ainsworth, Cabe Allen, Scott Natallie Haeck, Chris Har­ Armour, Michelle Baker, mon, Steve Hopkins, Julie ♦Janet Boldrey, Jason By­ Huckendubler, Samantha ington, Jason Carpenter, Hughes, Seth Kangas, Linda Rachcelle Cheeseman, Joy Christensen, * Mickey Collier, Sara DeGroot, Terry Dempsey, Renee Dingman, Jim Edinger, Kelly Endsley, Tim Ferrier, Matt Gates, Tricia Gibson, Melissa Gillean, Donna Green, Kandy From the Greenville Unit Hart, Brice Hasselback, Steve Hay, Kelly Hickey, Deanna ~\*s and All the Other Soldiers Hopkins, Tracy Hughes, Rebecca Jensen, Tracy Kangas, Maria Kirchhoff, Vicky Koch, Dianna / Mahoney, Corey Mettler, Chris Mudry, Chris Musser, ^J224 Main. 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Excedrin PM 50’s... Boston Advanced Reconditioning Drops $ I n»l Vr‘ NEW! Now Serving Miller Ice Cream Hand Dip 4th Grade All A’s - Brandon Phenix, Carrie Hardin, Dustin Lon­ don, Trish Sloan. B Average Judson Burpee, Andrea Mace, Aaron Treloar, Tom Powers, Heidi Eberly, Cristina Desrochers, Kevin Aspinall, Janelie Sottillie, Sara Affolder, Sarah Behmdt, Dustin Carpenter, Chris Ewing, Steve Frith, Shawn Graham, Jenny Halliwill, Ryan Matson, Jessica Wymer. EVERY DAY ALL DAY A• Fresh Ground Hamburger The Ole Cookstove FAMILY RESTAURANT 174 South Main, Vermontville Phone ... 517-726-1144 Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! Mu Iiarj �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1991 — Page 7 Mr. and Mrs. Jacoby to mark 50th anniversary %*sl <S£ ^.JSO ^.JS **cs ^'^k' hi. hi :**S : •UlJtW •Ul JtW fei-k Mr. and Mrs. Ernest H. Jacoby of 535 W. Bond St., Hastings and Brooksville, Fla., will observe their golden wedding anniversary July 5. Ernest and Lucy were mar­ ried July 5, 1941 at Sage Chapel, Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y. The Rev. William Chase, chaplain of St. John's Episcopal Church, presided at the cer­ emony. The wedding party included eight bridesmaids, eight ushers and two flower girls plus a matron of honor and best man. George and Libby Schempp, Lucy's brother and his wife; other relatives, friends and members of the Jacobys' wedding party are hosting an anniversary din­ ner in honor of the couple at the family cottage at Tru­ mansburg, N.Y. After graduating from Cornell, Lucy taught home economics at Bergen and Cooperstown, both in New York. Ernest took a position with Winchester Repeating Arms Co. After nine months, he was called to serve overseas with Ordi­ nance Company and they left their Guilford, Conn. home. Lucy then became a home demonstration agent, serving three counties, for the Col­ lege of Home Economics at Cornell. After the war, they returned to Guilford and Ernest became employed with Flexible Tubing Co. Their next move was to Hastings, Mi. so Ernest could accept a position with Orchard Industries and later he became vice president of Flexfab, Inc. Lucy earned a master's de­ gree in reading at Western Michigan University and Ernest received his in admin- kGraAUiii IfeOWofe when their children hosted friends and relatives in Florida when all were able to be together. Lucerne Cook of Boca Raton served dinner at her home with the help of others: Jenneane Pelon of Caledonia, Chris Jacoby of Fl Lauderdale, Fl., Stephen Jacoby of Pompano Beach and their families. After the dinner, the cou­ ple renewed their vows, with the help of Lucerne, a legal secretary and notary public. With rings, given as gifts from their children, a double ring ceremony was per­ formed. Grandson Kip was the ring bearer. From Our Readers Maple Valley Schools really appreciate Headlee override Dear editor: I would like to express my gratitude to the voters of the Maple Valley School District for their approval of the proposal to override the Headlee rollback at the annual election. This approval will make it possible for us to fund our present programs and services and hopefully make some im­ provements in our school without having to use use too much of our fund equity, which could endanger fiiture programs and services. Theresponse responsetotothe theboard board’s’s The request indicates that the majority of our community wants good schools and is willing to support them. We appreciate that support. Ozzie D. Parks Superintendent of Schools Maple Valley Schools INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency Mr. and Mrs. istration from Michigan State University. Over the years, Lucy taught in Middleville, Del­ ton and Nashville. He taught at Middleville and Nashville where he became the com­ munity school director and assistant athletic director. When they retired in June, 1981, they established a permanent residence at Brooksville, Fla. During tax season, Ernest is a tax preparer and a 55 Alive instructor for the American Association ofRe­ tired Persons. She keeps busy with several patriotic and historical organizations, namely Pilgrims, Daughters of American Colonists and Daughters of the American Revolution. In 1988, they traveled to Germany in search of his roots, but could not get into Ernest Jacoby East Germany (Zwickau). Last summer, however, they were able to visit the small town of Hohndorf where Ernest's grandfather had been cantor for the church and school. The highlight of this visit was that Ernest was able to play the same organ his grandfather had played. The Jacobys already have observed an early celebration of their 50 years in March 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary %Hastings Mutual Insurance Company THE NO CHARGE CHARGE CARDS I'lesW 852-1157 P* fllVUHOK, You charge with them and we don't charge for them. There is no annual fee on our MASTERCARD or VISA. Around the town or around the world - your Hastings City Bank MASTERCARD or VISA is your passport to worldwide credit. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Jacoby, 50 years ago ^LMARYKAV Give us a call or stop by any Hastings City Bank Office for an application. A slide program designed to enhance your wardrobe “IQ TH p I ax Af^p _■ STYLE Ctiv ^ank Tuesday, June 25 at 7:00 P*mNashville Masonic Temple For reservations call: Pat Hansen 543-1548 Tammy Cheeseman 852-2179 Susie Moore 543-7047 — MEMBER FDIC — Hastings 945-2401 Middleville Bellevue 795-3338 763-9418 Nashville 852-0790 Caledonia Wayland 891-0010 792-6201 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1991 — Page 8 Sales brisk in Nashville, Kenneth Meade, Sr., vice­ president of the Friends group, said a large donation of books catne in Friday for the sale. The others were excess continued from frontpage books at the library. A number of householders started their sales on Friday and continued them through Saturday. The weather: sunny and hot. Dave Mace, president bfthe Chamber, was pleased with the response to the sale? He said several prospective sellers called too late to be in­ cluded in the Chamber adver­ tising, but he added that their participation in the event was welcome. “We were glad to have such a good response,” said Mace. “We look forward to the third Saturday in June again next year.” The sale traditionally has been set for that day each year. Mace said it seems to be a favorable time since it comes after the flurry of graduation activities and the youngsters are out of school. At Putnam Public Library, browsers and buyers dug into the books and magazine spread out on the library lawn in a Friends of the Library book sale fund-raiser. Bargains galore tempted early morning shoppers at scores of Nashville homes during the village's annual Garage Sale Day Saturday. Fassett Body Shop — HOURS — • PHONE • (517) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday 726-0319 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate COBB Little Jenna Denton, almost 4, enjoyed browsing through books offered for sale at her home in Nashville. MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HIVIS* WARRANTY Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Business Services ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR. DOC OVERHOLT SANDY LUNDQUIST DON STEINBRECHER .. GARRY KNOLL ... JERI BAKER TIM BURD .Eves. 726-0223 ....... 852-1740 ....... 8S2-1S43 ........... 852-1784 .... Eves. 852-0786 726-1171 852-2012 call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.___________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Pets PET 65^525 Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. tic. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • VA” 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 GROOMING, most breeds. 852-0728. OCCUPANCY AT CLOSE! PRICE REDUCED!! NOW $44,500 - 3 BR ranch, Vermontville. Beautiful wood floors throughout. Par­ tially fenced back yard and mature shrubs, pine and maple trees in the large yard. Close to town. Call "Jeri." (V-381) HASHVILLE - 4 bedroom well cared for home - Hardwood floors, on large double lot with a 2-story garage. Priced right! (N-380) $40,900!! ■ 3 BEDROOM RANCH - Built in 1972. New oak kitchen, nice fenced yard with trees, 2 car garage, plus extra 32x24 garage. 22 miles to Lansing Mall. Maple Valley Schools. K (CH-386) REDUCED TO 5 bedroom home with 3 full baths, in Nashville. Many newer improvements, 2 car garage & large breeze­ way. (Could be 8 rooms plus 3 room efficiency apartment.) Call Doc. (N-367) 10 ACRE PARCELS • Several to choose from - blacktop road near Vermontville. 160 ACRE FARM • BELLEVUE - $89,900! EAST OF VERMONTVILLE PRICE JUST $49,900!! Good crop land, 3 bedroom home, basement barn 8 a large pole bam. Would sell 40 acres of vacant land separ­ ately. (F-384) VACANT LAND NEAR VERMONTVILLE: 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 20 ACRES • PRICE REDUCED! POND A WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) 14 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge 10 ACRES ■ “PERK TESTED" - of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) Blacktop rd.. Maple Valley Schools. Contract terms (willl divide). (VL-375) — FOR SALE — The Village of Vermontville will be accepting sealed bids on the following equipment. Bids must be submitted to the village office by Thursday, July 11 1991 at 3:00 p.m. Equipment may be seen by contacting the village office. All equipment being sold as is, where is!! 1 - Allis Chalmers Industrial B Tractor - I.B. 1496, 12 Volt System, Starter & Alternator, Hydraulics 1 - 6 Foot Auger P.T.O. Power Street Broom 1 - Sidewalk V Plow - 6’ Wide & 30” Tall 1 - Adjustable Straight Sidewalk Plow - 6’ Wide & 26” High 1 - Cub Cadet Riding Lawn Mower - Rear Motor Model 1136 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1991 — Page 9 Pioneer spirit will come to Vacation Bible Peace and Quimby United Methodist churches will be conducting joint Vacation Bible School sessions June 24 to 28. "Sonward Ho" will be the theme for the week. The children will experience shar­ ing the adventure oflife with Jesus, based on the book of Acts. All of these adventures will take place in the pioneer spirit. Taking risks, ventur­ ing beyond the boundaries, moving toward a goal-no matter what the cost. That was the spirit of the folks called pioneers, who left their homes and ventured West toward a better life. Haskinses to celebrate 50th anniversary Kenneth and Dorothy Haskins of Sunfield will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary Sunday, June 23. In honor of their anniversary, an open house is being given by their daughters, Mrs. Marlene Trask and Mrs. Barbara Sherer. It will be held at the Sunfield Church of the Brethren, from noon to 4 p.m. The honor of your presence is the only gift requested. Driver education classes starting in Maple Valley Summer driver education TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press, and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • <16-527-2724 classes will begin Wednesday, June 12, at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. Students have been assigned to either the 8-10 a.m. or the 10-noon classroom. The academic portion ofthe driver education program will last from June 12 through July 2. Students are to consult their assigned driving instructor for their six-hour driving schedule. Call the high school office at 852-9275 for more information. "Sonward Ho" begins with an exciting frontier setting where students participate in pioneer life including 19th century games, snacks, folk crafts, frontier skits and singing around the campfire when the wagon trains circle for the night The pioneer spirit contin­ ues as the students discover another group ofpeople who had a pioneer spirit the early Christians as described in the book of Acts. Students will learn that, like the pioneers, the early Christians were ordinary folks like all of us, whose faith and vision led them to do some extraordinary Lisa Burkett has been nam ed valedictorian of Barry County Christian School’s Class of 1991. Lisa, daughter of Ken and Debby Burkett, has a 3.697 grade point average. During her high school years, she participated in volleyball, soc­ cer and various fund-raising programs for the school. In addition, she has been helping as a teacher’s aid and doing clerical work for the school. She is a member of gan, between the ages of9-19 to compete in this year’s Miss Pre­ Teen, Junior Teen and Teen 1991 Lansing Pageants. Over $15,000 in prizes and scholar­ ships including an all expense paid trip to Nationals in Orlando, Florida. Call for more informa­ tion, 1-800-345-2330 Extension C919. FOR SALE: mixed brome, clover and Miscellaneous GET IT DONE in *91. Carpet that room at affordable prices, $ 1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd., (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available. (616) 948-8334. Now Only $2,175 • Long-life Simplicity 12 hp single-cylinder I/C Quiet Engine • Hydrostatic transmission for infinitely variable speed selection. • "Free-floating" 36" mower with rear rollers floats and pivots over your lawn for a perfect, even cut. • Generous 2.2 gallon capacity gas tank. Gauge is conveniently mounted at top of dash. • Rugged, welded-steel frame and all steel hood. • Available with range of attachments for dozing, hauling, grass and leaf collection and snowblowing. ALL TRACTORS 12-20 HP SALE PRICED 0% INTEREST AND NO MONTHLY PAYMENTS UNTIL JAN. 1 OF ’92* ‘Available to qualified customers with required down payment. Easy monthly payments at competitive Interest rates after 9/1/91. Offer ends 7/12/91. Ask us for details. 1991 Simplici­ ty Manufacturing, Inc. TROWBRIDGE'S Auto Parts & Service Center 130 S. Main; Vermontville Phone 726-0569 OPEN: Monday - Friday 7 to 7 • Saturday 8 to 5 a DAILY DELIVERIES to —Se« oar F/berg/aaa Furniture— A —« in /trnm, migw A/t/P ivn ivn g OPEN: B ESffl® Nashville & Middleville areas. Free delivery on $15.00 orders and up • serving the Nashville & Middleville areas since 1954. 109 West State St. Hastings .9 45-5 Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics99 Farm alfalfa. 5 miles north and west of Nashville. Phone 852-1876 after 7pm._____________________ Ca«i> NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER GIRLS WANTED from Michi­ HAY from c SIX CARNATIONS $088 Nashville Baptist Church and active in the youth group. Lisa participated in a summer mis­ sionary project in Chicago last year and plans to do mis­ sionary work in West Virginia this summer. Next fall, she will be atten­ ding Kellogg Community Col­ lege, where she is enrolled in the nursing program. For the last two years she has been listed in “Who’s Who in High Schools.” Help Wanted program, which will feature all of the things they learned during the week: skits, songs and memory verses. Refreshments will be served. Bible School sessions will be held from 9 to 11:45 a.m. Children from pre-school up to age 10 are welcome to at­ tend. The classes will be held at Peace United Methodist Church on M-79, on the comer of Barryville Road. Transportation will be pro­ vided. For more information, call the parish office at (517) 852-1993. CUT BOUQUETS $088 Barry County Christian School names 'Valedictorian for '91' STANDING for the Model 12LTH Lawn Tractor with 36" mower tilings. Each day the focus will be on a different aspect of that pioneer spirit. Monday the children will learn how Jesus is always with us. Tuesday they will experience the powerful beginning which leads into Wednesday's focus on the new life in God's family. Thursday will shift to the conversion experience of Saul, and Friday will turn to the result of that conversion and help Paul receives from the family of God. Friday evening the chil­ dren will present a closing Dr. Michael Callton • • • • • Therapeutic Muscle Massage Heat and Cold Treatments Special Therapy Machines Gentle Manipulations Appointments Available Same Day :.......... NEW NEW PPATI ATIENT ENT SPECIALI ‘SPEC i Examination, X-Rays, SOCOO ■ • and Treatment MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • EXPIRES 6/25/91 • •.W*nnnn.»n-n'<ainn'n«jj»nan aa*iiraiKa'^w Most Insurances Accepted - Open 6 Days A week 127 S. Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 • • �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1991 — Page 10 Maple Valley ‘honor roll* named Fourth Grade ABA’* Aaron Dempsey, Trent Graham, Erica Krolik, Melanie Shance, Joe Stadel, Loren Wright. B Average Hammonds, Karl Hoover, Zac Jarvie, Jon Kenyon, Melissa Mansfield, Jamie Root, Ben Shepherd, Amber Shilling, Krista Teasdale, Adam Thompson, Lori Vallance Fawn Ward. Fifth Grade Nick Bumford, Ken Brandenburg, Jared Carpenter, Seleena Carpenter, Ben Carrigan, Becki Conroy, Kristin Fajnor, Stacie Goris, Leslie Grant, Levon Hammond, Jonessa ADA’s Shelly Arras, Erin Booher, Jeremy Campbell, Jessica Dempsey, Jason Gras man. Katie Krive, Travis McIntyre, Kim Pennington, Katrina Summary CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING June 5, 1991 Treasurer's Report showed: General Fund Beg. Bal. $67,822.29, Rects. $1,073.82; Disb. $5,676.20, End. Bal. $63,219.91; B.G. Bal. $24,012.90; Fire Vot. Bal. $36,336.44; Amb. Vot. Bal. $40,580.00; Twp. Imp. Bal. $53,640.09; PPC#1 $482.38; PPC#2 $122.09. Rasey moved, Pixley supported, by Roll Call: Ayes: Rasey, Pixley, Cooley, Jarvie. Absent Wilson: to pay the following Bills: Maple Valley News........$52.92 State of Ml...................... 100.00 H.C. Bank....................... 637.84 Justin Cooley.................. 998.57 Loretta Pixley................ 496.17 William Wilson.............. ..90.00 Consumers Power......... ..61.61 Village of Nash.............. ...15.88 M.T.A............................... 626.82 Aris Motrix............ .1950.00 Hastings Reminder ..$43.20 Reappraisal Services... 1595.00 Michael Meade............. 375.00 Junia Jarvie..................... 510.00 Nelson Rasey................... 90.00 District Service Center..167.44 Ml Bell............................ ..38.18 Hastings Office Supply ... 8.24 J.W. Cooley................... 259.95 Block Grant Bills: A.C. Construction $10,569.00; Cheryl Barth $1406.63; Barry Co. Reg. Deeds 11.00; H.C. Bank 654.00. Township Improvement: Barry Co. Road Commis­ sion $523.00. Other Bd. action: 1. Accept Bid for Audit-Foote Iles & Lloyd 2. Dust Control/payment authorized 3. Computer to Putnam Library Board 4. Decline to participate in recycling as proposed Rasey, Elizabeth Stanton, Jason Thompson, Dawn VanderVlucht. B Average Corey Bowman, Holly Car­ rigan, Emily Cerny, Brad Conroy, Josh Cook, Billie Jo Cousins, Rusty Cox, Brandon Cross, Michelle Dennis, Steve Doyle, Jennifer Forquer, Lisa Gibson, Jessica Gilmore, Joheather Grant, Brianne Haley, Jenny Hois­ ington, Casey Hudson, Jonathon Kay, Kirsten Klinkhammer, Nicholas Lit­ tle, Kelly Moore, Jeremiah Morris, Alicia Pena, Cory Pethick, Mandy Pierce, Jamie Potter, Malinda Powers, Jamie Rasey, Matt Rose, Greg Shook, Dan Shipman, Beth Sleeper, Derrick Stair, Dawn Stine, Josh Thompson, Travis VanAlstine, Trevor Wawiemia, Erica White, Ben Woodworth. Sixth Grade ADA’s Kevin Conkey, Devon Durkee, Nettie Emery, Krystal Krive, Amy LaDere, John Nash, Melanie Wendorf. B Average Katrina Alexander, Chris Baker, Stacey Balko, Mandy Beemer, Carrie Blakney, Aaron Brandenburg, Corey Clouse, Jennifer Collier, Mandi Golovich, Misty Haley, Tim Hannon, Erin Hokanson, David Koch, Rich Krebs, Bess Ann Martin, Jared Osborne, Amy Parish, Ray Rathbun, Rachel Ritenburgh, Derek Sadler, Brady Simpson, Kristina Spotts, Nick Thompson, Mason Trowbridge, Heidi Vedder, Matt Williams. IHOMETOWNJ LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • • • • Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS Nashville Lions Club clean-up highway A crew of Nashville Lions Club members, from I., Dave Kuempel, Blair Hawblitz and Orvin Moore, were busy Saturday cleaning up the M-66 roadside from the south village limits to the Three Bridges intersection. The Nashville Lions have assumed responsibility for that three-mile stretch as part of Michigan's new Adopt-A-Highway program. In their first sweep in May, twelve Lions picked up 21 bages of trash in a two-hour stint. Golf ‘retriever* bounds to rescue J-Ad Graphics News Service Gladys Richardson of Nashville tells a cute story about a recent golfing episode involving her son-in-law, Ed Backe, of rural Hastings. It seems that Backe and wife Beverly, Gladys and her hus­ band Ralph Richardson, and Delores and “Doc” Mater of Nashville were camping recently at Cadillac’s Lake Mitchell. Activities included a little golfing on a nearby Thank You CARD OF THANKS The Maple Valley Alumni Association would like to take this time, to thank each and everyone, whom had any part in making our 1991 banquet a big success. Special thanks to the volunteer coffee servers: Marcie and Nicole Reid, Pam Arquilla, Jenna Rounds, Shelby Bosworth, Mandi Goodnoe, Mr. & Mrs Richard Byrd, William Ostergren, Mr. & Mrs. Bill East­ man, Lany Hook, Tony Dunkelburger, Mr. & Mrs. Steve Cambrick, Belinda Elliston, Jennifer Ryan, Shelly Shumway, Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Roush and Joan Winegar. Special thanks also, Jim Lightner and Lee Brown, for setting up the gym and seeing to our every need. Thanks to Mr. Vanderhoef, and the M.V. Quartet & M.V. Jazz Band, for their lovely perfor­ mance. Thanks to Anna Good­ rich, Class of 1991 Vice Presi­ dent, for her response. Through your assistance and cooperation, you have made the 1991 Alumni Banquet one to be remembered. Thanks, M.V. Alumni Ass. Officers course. During the game, Ed in­ advertently drove his ball into a woods adjacent to the grounds. In the yard of a house on the other side of the course stood a man and his dog, apparently watching the playAt least the dog had his eyes on the action! Before Ed could attempt to retrieve his wayward orb, the canine caddy dashed into the woods, grabbed the ball and carrried it back home to his master. In the end, Ed wound up with the ball. The dog’s owner was kind enough to return it to him. EWING WELL DRILLING , INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS For Sale 1981750 YAMAHA VIRAGO Sharp, must sell, $895. 726-1000.__________________ ’78 FORD LTD new tires, $475. 726-1000._____________ POLE BUILDINGS erected statewide. Licensed/lnsured. Genesis/Ranger Building Group. Materials/Erb Lumber Company. 1-800-638-8580. • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock'a complete line of ... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies Real Estate FOR SALE BY OWNER Grand Rapids, Alger, Brookside area, S.E. 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Maple Valley girls Holly Taylor, Nicole Kirwin, Dana Hasselback, and Joy Stine finished first in second annual Oli-Hoops 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in Olivet May 25-26. There were 10 teams in the seventh and eighth grade divi­ sion. The tournament was a double elimination with the ladies going 5-0. Pictured left to right front row — Holly Taylor, Nichole Kirwin. In back row, Dana Hasselback and Joy Stine. Driving tips for teenage drivers offered Editor’s Note: The follow­ could save your child’s life. ing is one ofa series ofar­ Last year alone, 7244 teens ticles provided by the Tobiasdied in traffic related ac­ Mason Insurance Agency of cidents. At the very least, you Nashville. can help avoid unnecessary Car Tips for Your Teen Is your child about to get a driver’s license? If so, you must actively help him or her understand the serious responsibilities of driving. Your participation g claims and rate hikes due to teenage driving problems. Here are some ideas to consider: 1. Ask your teenager to pay at least a portion of the family auto premium. This gives him or her a stake in maintaining a Barry County Extension ^Calendar of Events June 17-20 - College Week — Michigan State University (Brochures at the Extension Office). June 19-21 - 4-H Exploration Days, MSU, East Lansing. June 20 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. June 25 - 4-H Superintendents Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. June 25-26 - Michigan 4-H Milk Marketing Tour, Novi. June 27 - 4-H Clerks Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. June 28-29 - State 4-H Trail Ride, Grayling. July 3 - 4-H Livestck Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Ex­ claim-free record. 2. Offer to pay the entire premium amount if your teen meets certain requirements such as no accidents or citations. 3. Set a good example with your own driving habits and attitudes, especially regarding alcohol. Teenage drinking and driving is lethal, and your in­ fluence is critical. 4. Let the teen know you’ll withdraw driving privileges if the car is misused or irrespon­ sible driving is exhibited. 5. Draw up a contract between the two ofyou. The teen promises not to drive after us­ ing alcohol or drugs. If necessary, you promise to pick him or her up at any hour — without an immediate lecture. 6. Make rules for car usage. You need to know where your teen is going, with whom, and when he or she will return. Make it clear the car can’t be driven by anyone else. Involve yourself. Hopeful­ ly, you’ll save yourself future pain and agony. The West Michigan Shores Council, Boy Scouts of America will hold a Cub Scout Day Camp for Cub Scouts and Tiger Cubs residing in the communities of Barry County on Wednesday, June 26 through Friday, June 28, at the Moose Recreational Park in Hastings. An individual registration fee of $15 covers the entire program, which includes ar­ chery, BB gun shooting, sports, games, crafts, nature studies, pioneering, snacks and the official Day Camp Patch and T-shirt. Qualified First Aiders and trainers will be on hand daily to assist in the activities and provide demonstrations. Families of participating Cubs are invited to bring a picnic lunch and join in the final day’s program. Program Director Greg Markley, indicated that in- terested Cubs can still signup by contacting Greg at (616) 948-2852 about registration information. She also said that 6 to 10-year-old boys, who are not in Scouting and their parents are encouraged to stop by the camp to learn more about Cub Scouting. General informa­ tion can be obtained through the council Service Center in Grand Rapids. Telephone: (616) 363-3828. 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For more information call Cheryl Barth 616/693-2271. po Building, fairgrounds. July 6 - 4-H Rodeo Club Speed Show, fairgrounds. July 6 - 4-H Caprine Classic, MSU. Story book theatre coming June 25 The Vermontville Library is sponsoring a Childrens’ Theatre Tuesday, June 25 at 2 p.m. in the Opera House. The tales performed will be, “The Covetous Coun­ cilman,’’ “The Girl Whose Fortune Sought Her,” “One Wish Too Many, and “Rapunzel.” This is for all the children in the community. Admission is free of charge. $100 REWARD FOR ANY BASEMENT WE CAN’T DRY UP Vermontville youth to attend 4-H camp Two Eaton County 4-H members will spend a funfilled week at the 4-H Great Lakes Camp Program in July. Matt Williams of Vermont­ ville and Heidi Charron of Charlotte were chosen to at­ tend this statewide teen camp to be held in Presque Isle County. They will learn about natural resources projects and develop new leadership skills from this camp experience. 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Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 48 —Tuesday, June 25, 1991 Nashville gathering unites long-lost siblings by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer The 10 grown children of the late Howard Porter Sr. of Nashville recently located three older members of the family in Kentucky. Last weekend the 13 Porters met for the first time at a weekend gathering in Nashville. Two half-sisters and a half­ brother were located in March by Mildred Porter Thurlby of Nashville, who made a series of phone calls that eventually reached her half-brother, Tom Porter of Elizabethtown, Ky. He led her to his two sisters, Sue Pierce, also of See gathering, on page 10 M.V. School budget hits $6 million by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer More than $6 million will be needed to run the Maple Valley school system for the 1991-92 school year, according to a proposed operational budget approved Monday by the Maple Valley Board of Education. Anticipated expenditures are $6,313,335, while anticipated revenues have been pegged at $6,222,651. The estimated expenditures are up 6 percent over last year while the estimated revenues have risen only 4 percent, explained Dr. Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley superintendent. He said the projected figures are “the best estimate of how things might go.’’ Parks added that if the cost of the local Community Education program is considered, both income and outgo are increased by an additional 2 percent. Maple Valley recently decided to take charge of its own adult education program, which previously had been administered by the Lakewood school system. The tentative figures adopted by the board Monday show a shortfall of $90,774, though there is a projected fund equity of $677,698 for 1991-92. Trustee Harold Stewart moved to adopt the proposed budget but noted: “lam concerned about the $90,000 deficit.” Parks said a portion of this year’s $758,472 projected fund equity will be used to balance the new budget, stressing that the required 10 percent 1991-92 fund equity would still be maintained. There was some good news Monday. In approving a revised budget for the current fiscal year ending June 30, the board learned that certain costs are down. Park cited some of them, including in­ surance, gas and oil (which See School budget, page 3 A weekend gathering in Nashville gave 13 children of the late Howard Porter an opportunity to get acquainted. Those present for a Sunday afternoon photo were (front row, from left) Sue Pierce of Elizabethtown, Ky., Pat Rowland of Lex­ ington, Ky., Mary Fueri of Nashville, and Tom Porter of Elizabethtown: (back row, from left) Karen Wallace and Flora Lynd, both of Hastings, Brenda Downing, Howard Porter, and Mildred Thurlby, all of Nashville. Present for the weekend festivities, but missing from the photo, are Ruth Smith and Bill Porter, both of Nashville; Cheryl Woodmansee of Hastings and Janice White of Port Huron. Resignation of president stuns Maple Valley school board by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Maple Valley School Board President William Flower unexpectedly announced his resignation Monday, taking officials and spectators by surprise. Flower was first elected to the board in November 1987 in the wake of the recall of Board President Dale Ossenheimer Jr. Flower serv­ e d the balance of Ossenheimer’s term and then was re-elected to a four-year term in June 1989. An appointee now must be named to fill his seat until the June 1992 election. The vacancy will be adver­ tised and letters of response will be read at the board’s July 8 organizational meeting, said Pam Harvey, administrative secretary. A unique situation exists because the other three board officers also are leaving when their terms expire at the end of June. None sought re­ election. They are Vice Presi­ dent Charles Viele Sr., Secretary Ronald Tobias and Treasurer Irma Gene Baker. Newly-elected trustees Bon- Honored at Monday's Maple Valley school board meeting was Pauline Dies, who retired after 27 years as head cook at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville. While Board President William Flower (center) looks on, Supt. Ozzie Parks presents Dies with a keepsake: her name plate that hung above the door of the school kitchen. She was also given a patio chair set as a token of the board's appreciation. Moments after honoring retiring Maple Valley School Board Vice President Charles Viele Sr., with a plaque recognizing 25 years of service, Board President William Flower (left) announced his own resignation from the board, two years before his term expires. nie Leep, David Tuckey and Bea Pinb will take office July 1, “You’re going to need a full slate (of officers),” Flower told the board. “Some of you ‘old’ people are going to have to fill these places. Think about who you put in this (presidential) spot. Remember you have got ad­ ministrators here who really know what they are doing.” Flower praised the school administrators and said he felt “comfortable” about leaving See Resignation, page 5 In This Issue... • School repair projects planned during summer • Patriotic musical planned at local church • Scholarship award totals $12,000 • Sportmanship awards announced at M.V. schools �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, .1991 — Page 2 Patriotic musical production offered at Nashville Baptist June 29-30 Saturday, June 29, and the other on Sunday, June 30. Both will start at 7 p.m. The show features several familiar songs such as “America, The Beautiful,” as well as new songs in a stirring collection arranged by Bob Krogstad. A “Salute to the The spirit of patriotism is alive and well at Nashville Baptist Church, where the choir is busy rehearsing its upcoming musical presenta­ tion, “I Believe In America.” Two performances of the show are scheduled this weekend. The first will be Armed Forces,” was arrang;. ed by Don Wyrtzen. Uncle Sam and the Statue of Liberty are part of the cast, along with flag girls, dancers, and singers. The show will be topped offwith a grande finale of “God Bless America.” During the show, soloist Joe Maurer will offer two selections for which Terri Fager will provide sign language interpretation of the lyrics for the hearing impaired. Dancers will include Dick and Barb Shaw, Joe Cipcic, Carrie Mason, Terri Fager and Ron Tutt. Cipcic also will play the role of Uncle Sam, while Isla Harris will be the Statue of Liberty. Flag girls will be Janet Miller, Cindy Gutchess, Lynne Cipcic, Diana Roush and Lisa Sterkenberg. “Our country has been through many wars in history, but this year especially our patriotism is high with yellow Song, dance and lots of flag-waving are part of a patriotic musical to be presented by the Nashville Baptist Church choir. Rehearsing one of the routines are some of the cast, (from left) Dick and Barb Shaw, Joe Maurer, Terri Fager, Joe Cipcic and Carrie Mason. ribbons and flags flying,” said Janet DeGroot, choir director. “We are fortunate to be living in a great land. We love and believe in America. ” The public is invited to at- Phillips and Washington tend the patriotic spectacular. streets. DeGroot said each Nashville Baptist Church is evening’s performance will located at the comer of last about 45 minutes. School repair projects planned during summer of unwanted items. Fuller Street Elementary needs to have sinks fixed; bathrooms walls painted and ceilings lowered; old lockers removed and replaced by coat hooks; baseball fences, backstops and playground equipment painted; and elec­ trical outlets added. There also are plans to install a win­ dow in the Chapter I — counseling room, which is a converted storage area. “Right now there is no place else to put a counselor and a Chapter I teacher,” reported Parks. “There is no exit out, no window. We need a window for safety, if nothing else.” Kellogg School will have bathrooms updated with lowered ceilings, new paint, and installation of a ventila­ tion system. Lighting in the gymnasium will be improved. Windows in the gym were covered in a energy-saving drive several years ago, leav­ ing the room very dimly lit. Window repair, addition of electrical outlets, and repair of fencing and playground equipment also are on the agenda at Kellogg. An outside basement entrance will be sealed. At the junior-senior high school, the auditorium will get by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The "I Believe In America" musical to be presented by the Nashville Baptist Church choir includes sign language interpretation of some songs. Terri Fager (front) handles the signing while soloist Joe Maurer sings. Looking on are other cast members (from left) Joe Cipcic, Carrie Mason, and Dick and Barb Shaw. ... Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Qualify Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) A number ofproposed sum­ mer projects to improve con­ ditions at six Maple Valley school buildings were review­ ed at last week’s Board of Education meeting. The plans call for work at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville, Fuller Street and Kellogg schools in Nashville, the high school, central office, and the bus garage. Projects range from simple painting to electrical improvements. Additional wall outlets are needed at all three elementary locations, reported Trustee Harold Stewart, a member of a committee that toured the sites. Another prevalant com­ plaint concerns doorways. “Doors are a problem throughout our district,” said Superintendent Ozzie Parks. Plans at Maplewood are to paint hallway walls; install lighting in the bathrooms and update them for handicapped accessibility; fix doorways; make chimney repairs; install shelving in the reading room; and add electrical outlets. Also, a storage building will be cleaned out, said Parks, and with board permission an auction will be held to dipose Church Schedules CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville ST. CYRIL Sun. Mass............. 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ...,10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting......... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ....... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Pastor James C. Noggle 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . .10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG 304 Phillips St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sun. School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ..... 7 p.m. Wed. Service.............. 7 p.m. A.M. Worship ....... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ....... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ....... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meetin 7 p.m. Sunday School. .10:30 a.m. Worship................ 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH North State, Nashville FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ ... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship..................... ..7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER the most attention. There, but he suggested filling them seats will be repaired, the ceil­ and painting the court for now ing cleaned, the stage refinjsh- “to make it presentable as ed, and the ventilation system well as useable.” Plans at central office call checked. “The auditorium is a good for building new storage room but it needs some help,” shelves and painting entryway railings. The bus garage on observed Parks. Other projects at the high Reed Street will get an ex­ school include fixing door­ terior coat of paint this ways, replacing lockers, summer. welding the boiler, reglassing Some of the projects can be the hot water tank, and resur­ handled by the custodial staff facing asphalt in the parking while others will require pro­ area. fessional help. The The tennis courts also will superintendent said the custo­ get some much-need atten­ dians traditionally take their tion: the concrete surface will vacations during the summer be repaired and painted. months. “Tfie tennis courts really “Realistically, I don’t think are an embarrassment at pre­ our staff is going to get all the sent,” noted Parks. jobs done,” said Parks. “We He added that architects will have contractors to do have told him that cracks in small jobs as funds permit.” tennis courts “never stop,” Start Summer ...with a new style Styles-R-Us 224 Main. Nashville WALK-INS I WELCOME | SYLVIA HOEVE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OFBARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship . Sun. School .. .9:30 a.m. 1:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE Open Tues, thru Frl. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ....... 10 a.m. A.M. Service........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ........... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11a.m. Church School ..... 11a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1991 — Page 3 School budget hits $6 million mark, ^ ^’ Mj «h n^ W had been projected high because of the Middle East crisis), and heat. “We’re not quite sure why heating costs were down, but we’re hoping they will be down again next year, unless we have a hard winter,” said Parks, adding that trying to estimate such costs in advance is “tricky.” The amount allocated for heating in 1990-91 was $64,655, but the revised budget shows that on­ ly $46,590 has been spent. Cost of special education took a notable jump in the new spending plan. The revised 1990-91 budget had listed it at $376,570, but in the proposed budget, anticipated costs have risen to $423,666. “Special education is one of our faster growing parts ofthe budget because of (state) man­ dated needs,” said Parks. “With (regulations man­ dating) the ‘least restrictive environment,’ we are having increases in the program.” Vocational education also rose (from $99,968 to $142,676), but there are notable deceases in other categories. One of the more dramatic is in general ad­ ministration, which Parks reported has dropped 17 per­ cent (from $173,601 to $143,951). Building ad­ ministration, separate from general administration and listed by the individual school principals, is up “roughly 6 percent in each building,” reported Parks. It is estimated that elemen­ tary education for the new school year will run $1,837,668 and for the junior­ senior high, $1,639,689. Plant operation and maintenance will cost an estimated $582,460 and transportation, $559,635. Anticipated revenues for 1991-92 will come from four sources: local ($2,143,848), intermediate ($188,622), state ($3,777,120), and federal ($112,971). The anticipated total of $6,222,561 is up from $5,887,908 for the current fiscal year. “Budgets must be adopted prior to July 1 of each fiscal year despite the fact that state school aid law is seldom final prior to that date,” noted Parks. “Budgets may be amended during the school year and generally are.” State aid is determined part­ ly on school enrollment, and Parks has projected Maple Valley’s total K-12 census for 1991 at 1,671. This is down from 1,694 last fall when the official “Fourth Friday ’ ’ count was made. The projected $90,000 budget deficit apparently af­ fected a board decision on another matter made after the proposed spending plan was adopted. Pauline Hunt, Maple Valley librarian and media specialist, proposed that the board take advantage of a $27,000 state grant to list the school’s cur­ rent holdings in a computeriz­ ed card catalog format that would enhance circulation with other on-line systems in a five-county network. Hunt said that the new system also would enable a change in the present check­ out method, which she says violates the right to privacy act because patrons are iden­ tified by name instead of number. This could be remedied, said Hunt, if the board agreed to spend $2,085 for a code scanning program continued from front page and equipment. The only other cost to the local school would be $5,600 to pay Hunt to superivse students available through summerjob programs to place the local library collection on computer disks. She estimated the job would take eight 35-hour weeks. “I’m all in favor ofthe pro­ gram, but how can we afford it?” asked Stewart, citing the anticipated $90,000 deficit in the operational budget. The proposal died when the board tied in a 3-3 vote on the matter. In other business, the' board: — Referred to its Negotia­ tions Committee a proposed contract with Kay Hartzler as director of Community Education. She will be work­ ing directly for the Maple Valley system since the school district ended its affiliation with the Lakewood Communi­ ty Education in April. — Compared prices for 500 gallons of paint quoted by the Glidden Company of Lansing and three local sources: Nashville Hardware, Ver­ montville Hardware and Hometown Lumber. After debating overall cost and the advantage of buying locally, the board decided to order the paint separately in each of eight categories, choosing the lowest bidder in each. For the total package the Lansing firm had underbid the others, but the local stores were able to quote lower prices for certain types of paint listed in- dividually on the specification sheet. — Agreed to pay Steel Equipment of Pontiac, $10,338 for 87 Republic stan­ dard duplex lockers for the high school. — Approved the request of Principal Larry Lenz for replacement of math and biology textbooks for the high school. — Okayed a recommenda­ tion by Pat Powers, interim director of transporation and facilities, for purchase of a wire feed welder at $1,495 from Snap-on Tools, the lowest of three bidders. Powers cited several proposed uses of the “multi-purpose” welder and said it was “one way to save money in the long run.” WANT TO STRETCH YOUR MONEY? J'W, , * * ® tf ■■ it * j*'3 Wt _*_** i*)()(j Obituaries wulitinit ®aa jilts® b ■niniHta ) 'MffiEatBSjuc MS. * 'iaMj.lhjti * EOMMSMi’i jkte,"ailMi1i s liinattri h rijdiiWijii' M Illi $111111 jitkiwi stilt itjlesw MW “ Richard Lee Paisley NASHVILLE - Richard Lee Paisley, Sr., 79 of 111 South Main Street, Nashville passed away Monday, June 17, 1991 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Paisley was bom April 7, 1912 in Rockwood, the son of Jethro Fitzgerald and Alice Mae (Lee) Paisley. He attended Adrain High School and worked for the Postal Service there and in Detroit. He was an Evangelistic Minis­ ter for the Weslyan Holiness Church for 11 years and retired from Dibar Industries in Litchfield. He enjoyed fishing, painting and riding his moped around Barry County. Mr. Pailsey is survived by ten children, Mrs. William of Camden, Mrs. Lon (Edyth) (Phyllis) Lloyd of Blissfield, Green ofClovis, New Mexico, Mrs. Robert (Nancy) Gamer of Jack Paisley of Frontier, Mrs. Deerfield, Mrs. David (Alice) Troy (Tami) Moore of Read­ ■ Inman ofAdrian, Becky Baran ing; several grandchildren and of Adrian, Richard Paisley, Jr. great grandchildren. of Nashville, Mrs. Joseph Funeral services were held (Patty) Christian of Camden, Thursday, June 20 at the Lake­ Mrs. David (Mary) LoPresto view Cemetery, Nashville. »■■■■■■■■■■■»■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Memorial contributions • Maple Valley Athletic Boosters B may be made to the Richard L. Paisley, Sr. Memorial Fund. Arrangements were made 2 MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA £ by the Maple Valley ChapelETHURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.g Genther Funeral Home of S Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 g■■ Nashville. 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Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 Phone (517) 852-2005 FDIC INSURED EQUAL H0USIN8 LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... By Susan Hinckley Letters from servicemen, war bond drive interested local readers in '44 Reports of local men and women in the armed services, a push to sell war bonds and business changes on Main Street captured the attention of Nashville readers two weeks after the Allies’ D-day invasion of Europe at Normandy. Details on these and other stories appeared in The Nashville News June 22, 1944: Theater to sponsor special bond show In cooperation with a na­ tional promotion of the Fifth War Bond drive by movie theaters, Flo Theatre in Nashville will show the outstanding picture, “Thousands Cheer” on the Fourth of July. Admission will be free to any person who presents a receipt showing the purchase of a War bond on any of the first four days of July. Such evidence of a bond purchase, in any denomina­ tion, is the one and only way of gaining admission. Mrs. Claire Greenhoe, owner-manager ofthe theater, announces that anyone wishing to buy a bond at show time to see the picture may do so at the box office. Bonds will not be issued outright, but applications will be taken, receipts given and bonds delivered the next day. There will be one show only, star­ ting at 8 p.m. Mrs. Greenhoe admits in advance that she does not an­ ticipate a full house, but since she has been asked to join in the special promotion, she is glad to donate the evening and facilities of the theater to such a worthy cause... As of last Saturday night, sales of war bonds and stamps during the Fifth War Loan drive in Nashville totaled only $5,049.50. Whereas the first week has been by far the big- None of the other hometown papers he saw in the service "quite stacked up to the good old Nashville News," wrote Kenneth Meade in 1944, from his sta­ tion at Scott Field in Illinois. He is seen here earlier that year in Texas with his wife, the former Bette Hosmer of Nashville. Letters from local men and women in uniform appeared regularly in The News throughout World War II. • Fresh Flowers • Plant■s • Arrangements Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville Phone — 852-2050 DELIVER 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily gest and best in previous bond drives, the three remaining weeks will have to show an improvement ifNashville is to realize the set quota of $22,000 by July 8. Mi-Lady Shop moving to new location Mrs. Hugh Fumiss expects to have the Mi-Lady Shop moved into new quarters before the end of this week. She is moving from the pre­ sent location, between Main Cafe and Flo Theatre, into a larger store, owned by Charles Diamante and formerly occupied by the late John S. Greene, tailor. The new quarters have been redecorated and new shelving and dress display racks have been installed. The front display window also has been remodeled, new lighting fix­ tures installed and a fitting room provided at the rear of the store... In the new location there will be about twice the floor space, permitting much better display and general accommodation. Bob Harris opening shoe repair shop By the end of this week, Robert Harris expects to have his modem electric shoe repair shop ready for business in the store building being vacated by Mi-Lady Shop. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Fumiss own the building. Harris is an expert shoe repairman, having learned the trade in Texas from skilled workmen who not only repair shoes, but also fashion the ex­ pensive handmade boots demanded in cow country. Since he has been in Michigan, Harris operated a shoe repair shop for a time in Woodland and several of his ex-patrons there have gone out of their way to report that he really knows the business. Nashville’s leading shoe repair shop, operated for years by Fred Tarbell, has been closed for some time due to Mr. Tarbell’s illness. Only other facilities in town are provided by veteran H. W. Walrtah, who would be hard put to take care of the entire trade of the community. Harris first planned to locate in the old post office building, but found it impossi­ ble to secure necessary elec­ trical accommodations. Dust control program starts McPherson Refining Com­ pany employees arrived in Nashville Wednesday morn­ ing and by mid-forenoon were prepared to begin application of asphaltic dust-laying compound. The material is heated and applied under pressure with a specially constructed tank truck. Application was ex­ pected to require a day and a half. The village originally ordered 12,000 gallons of the material,. but: the; , tank . car At the Flo Theatre (seen here in the 1930s as the Star), a war bond sales promotions was set for July 4, 1944. The Fifth War Loan drive then being conducted in Nashville by the third week of June had achieved less than a quarter of its $22,000 goal. A receipt for purchase of a war bond was the only means of admission to the theater for the showing of a special film on the Fourth of July. received has a capacity of on­ ly 10,000 gallons and was the only size available. It was not known here today whether the balance of the order would be delivered in time to be applied at this time... After originally promising to give advance notice, McPherson, of Detroit, telephoned last Thursday, saying they would arrive the next day. They were com­ pleting a job in Evart, they said, and wanted to move directly to Nashville. Faced with such a situation, the Village Council went into quick action. Handbills re­ questing detour of traffic for 48 hours after application of the material were hurriedly printed and circulated. The street department, with the aid of extra labor, scraped and raked the unpaved streets into perfect condition and everyone was ready for “D” Day on Friday. Friday morning the loaded tank car arrived, but no gang ofworkmen. (They did not ar­ rive until the following Wednesday.) Village President Adolph Douse Jr. said,... weather conditions had held the workmen up. News of our men and women in uniform — Cpl. Robert Betts of Camp McCain, Miss., is enen­ joying a 10-day visit with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Betts. Mrs. Betts has been with her husband for some time, but expects to stay in Nashville. — Harold G. Beedle, son of Robert Beedle, graduated last week from storekeepers’ school at Mare Island, Calif., and now has the rating of a third class petty officer. — Pfc. Richard N. Johnson has written his mother, Mrs. Esther Johnson, that he has ar­ rived in England. He has a change of address, which may be secured by friends from the News office. — Mr. and Mrs. Charles Diamante have received a let­ ter from their son, Cpl. Louis Diamante, the first in several weeks. When it was written, May 29, Louie was still somewhere in England. — T-Sgt. Carl D. Gould is home on a 37-day furlough, visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Gould of Maple Grove. When he returns he will receive a rating of chief engineer of a large boat. — In notifying the News of a change of address, Mrs. Lorin P. Garlinger observes that the only asset of the State of Virginia is lots of. beach. This is believed to be the mildest statement ever made by a resident ofNorfolk, a ci­ ty that has been damned by Navy wives in song and story for lo these many years. Mrs. Garlinger, whose ensign hus­ band is stationed near Nor­ folk, is now living at the following complicated ad­ dress: Comer 4th St. & East Ocean View Ave., c-o Knight’s Confectionary, Nor­ folk, Va. — Cpl. Robert C. Smith again reports a change in ad­ dress. His engineering unit has been transferred from North Carolina to N. Fort Lewis, Wash. Letters to editor-publisher Don Hinderliter Somewhere in Italy 11 June, 1944 Hi, Don: I think it is about time that I let you know I am still receiv­ ing the paper. Sometimes it is a month or so old, but I always enjoy reading it just the same. I should have written sooner, but have been very busy the past few months working in the ration dump. It seems like there is always something to do, even to working nights. It isn’t so bad now that the shells have quit flying over. It sure was great news, Don, when we heard the invasion had started. It now looks like we are really going after them. We are all hoping that it will soon be over, but of course it could last a long time yet. But we hope not. Once again, I want to thank you for the paper and will try to write a longer letter the next time. Sincerely yours, Bill (Sgt. William R. Thomason) June 11, 1944 Dear Don: This letter has been due since I left Texas for college, but like many other things it has been put offtime and time again, until now I feel almost ashamed to write. The paper arrives here every Sunday and it’s just as welcome as a box of goodies from home. I’ve seen quite a few of the other fellows’ home town papers, but none ofthem quite stack up to the good old Nashville News. Your paper has the tang and salt ofthe old hometown in every line, and to me that’s what makes a paper... Scott Field is a pretty fair place, all things being con­ sidered; its two main faults are food and passes. The first is poor and the latter rare, but as everybody in the Army says, “Things are tough all over.” They are now training us to be radio operators and gun­ ners on bombers, the same stuff that Jay Bruce is doing now, wherever he is. We have six hours of school each day, six days a week, plus an hour a day ofgood old physical training. The first three hours are spent learning the theory of radio, working with and building transmitters and receivers. The second three hours are spent in prac­ tice receiving and sending Morse international code. The course lasts 22 weeks, the last two being spent in planes putting our knowledge to practical use. In order to graduate we have to have a code speed of 22 words per minute. I have already passed 10 at the end of five weeks, so maybe I’ll get through. It looks as though Nashville has a golden opportunity in the form of a chance to have an airport. I hope they are farsighted enough to see its value and not bungle this chance as they have bungled many things before. It’s nearly an established fact that air transportation is the coming thing, and if they don’t plan on it now, it will probably be a long time before they get another chance. This war won’t last forever. Before I forget, I noticed you omitted my name on the graduating list of the mighty and noble Class of ’43. Surely I haven’t been forgotten after one short year, have I? All kidding aside though, it was a swell idea of putting the lists of graduating classes in. Those records will sure settle a lot of arguments I’ve heard concerning who gradated with whom, and when. Once again many, many thanks for a swell paper. Sincerely, Kenneth “Doc” Meade Camp Skokie Valley June 10, 1944 Dear Mr. Hinderliter: I guess I better write and let you know of a slight change in my address. It is still the same camp, only I am now assigned Continued on next page— �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1991 — Page 5 Morgan Horse open barns event is Sunday . Justin Carriage Works, 7615 Assyria Road, will have a Morgan Horse Open Bams I event Sunday. Numerous breeding farms and training facilities in Michigan will be open to the public and many will have free demonstrations to show the versatility of America’s . first breed of horse. Justin Morgan, the pro­ genitor of the Morgan Horse breed, was bom in Spr­ ingfield, Mass., in 1789, the same year George Washington became America’s first President. The Morgan is a light horse breed (900-1,100 lbs.), beautiful headed with high leg action. They are famous as carriage and riding horses, known for their trotting ability. The Morgans ancestry shall remain a secret, but this Greenfields to celebrate golden anniversary Serving our country Lawrence ("Red") and Eleanor Greenfield will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house Saturday, June 29, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Houseman Hall, First Baptist Church, 309 E. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. Red Greenfield and Eleanor Gardner were married June 29, 1941, at Maple Grove South Evangelical Church. The ceremony was officiated by the Rev. Moyer. The Greenfields' children. Bill and Mueril Tuggle of Grand Haven, Roger and Diana Gibson of Hastings, and Larry and Barbara Greenfield of Nashville and their 10 grandchildren will help them celebrate. The Greenfields request that the only gift be your presence. Kevin L. Cheeseman Kevin L. Cheeseman, a 1991 graduate of Maple Valley School and son of Carol and Elmer Cheeseman of Nashville, enlisted in the United States Army for a twoyear, 20-week tour of duty as a general construction equip­ ment operator. He is scheduled to report for active duty Aug. 20, and is slated to receive both his basic and advanced individual train­ ing at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. animal was a mutation possessing the ability to transmit to offspring characteristics unique and, many generations later, the same characteristics predominate. Justin Morgan was orginally named “Figure” and later got his name from the man who first owned him. He lived for 32 years and produced many get, but his most famous were his three sons: Sherman, Woodbury and Bulrush. To­ day’s Morgans descend from these three sons and crosses between them. Justin Morgan worked hard during his lifetime, earning his enviable reputation that he could out work, out race, and outshine any horse ofhis day. Walt Disney immortalized these consistent Morgan qualities in the film, “Justin Morgan Had A Horse. ” The Morgan is the only registered breed of horse ever perpetuated by the United States government. In 1907, the U.S. Morgan Farm was established in Middlebury, Vt., and operated by the Department of Agriculture. The purpose of the farm was to breed Morgans to provide stallions for Remount Stations at various points across the country. The Morgan horse was used to develop such breeds as the Standardised, the Saddlebred, the Quarterhorse and the Ten­ nessee Walker. He has ad­ justed to the changing times down through the years. Those unable to attend the open bams but who would like information, may contact the American Morgan Horse Association; P.O. Box 960, Shelboume, Vt., 05482-0960, or contact the Michigan Justin Morgan Horse Association, Jenny Moore, membership chairman, 10879 Hamburg Road, Hamburg, Mich., 48139 (313) 231-3397. BOBBIE’S off Nashville would like to encourage you to come and see the musical... I Believe in America ... at the ... Nashville Baptist Church JUNE 29 & 30 • 7:00 P.M. “Have a Safe Summer” IStanton’S HwucnoneeRs & R€h^TORs||F (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH rjMH STR££T 'ornortiMiiie. niCHi&in 4<?o96 H4SHUULC Resignation of board president sflsj (517)852-1717 .... Continued from front page— FARM REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 175 Acres Barry County DAIRY OR CATTLE FARM WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEW LOCATION: 30 miles southwest of Lansing, 21 miles north of Battle Creek, the farm lies on tooth sides of M-79 at the M-66 intersection 2 miles south of Nashville. LAND: 175 acres, 145 ac. tillable, 18 ac. woods and 5 ac. building site. BUILDINGS: 2-story home, freestall barn, parlor, 2 silos, 2 pin frame barns, machine shed and large feed lot. Also has a 250,000 gallon lagoon. *The farm was In the dairy buy-out and is eligi­ ble to come out Sept. 1, 1991. For further information contact... RANDY HARMON Lansing, Michigan 517’337-9710 HALDERMAN^ REAL ESTATE SERVICES 1(800)424-2324 (219) 563-8808 P.O. Box 297 - Wabash. IN 46992 the school in good hands. Valley school boards. Plaques “I was brought in when a also were ready for presenta­ big row was going on, and I tion to Tobias and Baker, but don’t feel I’m needed any neither was present at that longer,” said Flower. “I have time. Baker was absent and other interests I want to Tobias left the meeting early. pursue.” Also honored at Monday’s He said there are “lots of session was Pauline Dies, who people coming on this board has retired after 27 years as who can do the job just as well head cook at Maplewood as I can.” school. She was presented Flower made his surprise with a patio chair set as a announcement immediately token of the board’s after he awarded a plaque for appreciation. dedicated service to Viele, At the meeting, the board who is retiring after a combin­ named assistant cook Barbara ed 25 years of service on the Gagne to take over Dies’ post. Vermontville and Maple Memories of the post, from page 4 to a regular company of the 740th M.P. Bn. We are starting schools now for specialized training in Radio, Scout Cars, Armored Cars, Orientation, Chemical Warfare, and also driving lessons for those who pass the eye tests that the Army re­ quires for drivers of army vehicles. I will be pulling my first guard duty since I’ve been in the Army. I really kind of dread it, because the officers are really tough on the new guards. They have a little something for the guards to work for here. For the best guard of the day they give a 24-hour pass. This camp is small, but CHARLOTTE-3 bedroom home located just south of town w/opprox. 10 acres of land. (CH-108) LOOKING FOR A LARGE HOME? We have an excellent 4-6 bedroom home that has had lots of remodeling and redecorating completed. Lovely fenced back yard. (N-78) Sincerely, Pvt. Leslie Whitmore Approx. 17 acres of land with a 3 bedroom home located near town. Possible land contract terms. (CH-109) 117 ACRE FARM with approx. 23 acres of timber. Four bedroom home, pole barn. Possible land contract. (F- TEN ACRES OF LAND with a lovely four bedroom home. Large garage. pretty well situated. It’s only about an hour’s trip from camp to the Chicago Loop. I was noticing in the Nashville News the graduating classes, especially my Class of 1943. It seems funny that they could be separated to all the different parts of the world in such a short time. A fellow don’t realize how lucky he is to be home, and even yet at school. At least he doesn’t need a pass to go out nights. Although I think that so far the Army has done me good, and as long as there is a war on I would rather be in. IONIA • (CH-107) COUNTRY HOME • located on a paved road. Ap­ prox. 2 acres of land. Barn. (CH-105) 20 ACRES OF LAND with a large pond and home. Living room and family room with bar. Lots of potential. Priced reduced to sell! ( CH-106) THORNAPPLE LAKE ■ nice two bedroom home with screened porch, possible land contract. (M-36) FIVE BEDROOM HOME with 1 '/i baths which has been newly redecorated. Ready to move into at closing! (N-77) L-98. Approx. 4 acres of land located on corner of Curtis Rd. and M-79. $8,900 with land contract terms. L-96. & L-97. Several parcels of vacant land in the Lakewood School District. Call for details. PROPERTIES TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION FRIDAY, JUNE 28 199'A acre farm located south of Eaton Rapids. Home and buildings. MONDAY, JULY 8............ ...... 80 acre farm located southwest of Eaton Rapids. Home needs work. IEW SUMMER STYLES "The Mirrors image" wiuo kz iujaae„ Hair Stylist for Women and Children WEDNESDAY, JULY 10... .80 acre farm with brick home needing work located in the Hastings area. CALL FOR FLYERS ON THESE PROPERTIES — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Cindy Doolittle 726-0605 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Kathy Hansbarger8S2-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 111 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE 852-9192 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1991 — Page 6 Barry County Extension I Calendar of Events J The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicao: June 25 - 4-H Superintendents Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. June 25-26 - Michigan 4-H Milk Marketing Tour, Novi. June 27 - 4-H Clerks Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. June 27 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. June 28-29 - State 4-H Trail Ride, Grayling. July 3 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Ex­ po Building, fairgrounds. July 6 - 4-H Rodeo Club Speed Show, fairgrounds. July 6 - 4-H Caprine Classic, MSU. July 9 - 4-H Poultry Expo, MSU. July 9 - 4-H Live Carcass Class evaluation, 7 p.m., BeefBam, fairgrounds. July 9-11 - 4-H Dairy Days and Livestock Expo, MSU. July 11 - Barry County Fair Board, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. July 12-13 - 4-H Rabbit and Cavy Expo, MSU. July 13 - 4-H Rabbit and Cavy Expo, MSU. July 13 - 4-H Nonlivestock Judging 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Horse Bam, fairgrounds. NASHVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE DANCE if Saturday, June 29 8 PM to 1 AM at Nashville VFW Hall *3.00 Single / *5.00 Couple Music by... “PARTY DOWN — Public Invited — M.V. Scholarship award totals reaches $12,000 Five $800 scholarships, awarded to 1991 graduates of Maple Valley, have increased total scholarship awarded by the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation, since its beginning five years ago, to $12,000. Interest earned on donated funds is awarded each year to graduating seniors. Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship winners for 1991 are Sheryl Finkler, daughter of David and Claudia Finkler; Travis Hokanson, son ofMike and Sue Hokanson; Derek Brown, son of Douglas and Nancy Brown; Lisa Long, daughter of John and Geraldine Long; and Dawn Othmer, daughter of Robert and Kathy Othmer. Past recipients of scholar­ ships are 1987, Martin Dawson and Keith Bushee; 1988, Dorothy Butrick, An­ nette Powers and Trudy Dingman; 1989 William Smith, Annette Powers, Julie Orman and William Dean, and 1990, Roger Claypool, Cevin Cornish, Nicole Kipp, Lynette Thompson and Ryan Warner. National Ads KUWAIT/SAUDI JOBS. Hiring $37,500-$150,00 yrly. Construction/oil refinery/ medical office/welders/most skills. Transportation, housing. Incredible opportunities. Call 1-206-736-7000 ExL5803W5. MANY EXCELLENT PAYING hand crafted jobs available with national company. Call and get started immediately! 504-641-8003 Ext 5573. Lake Odessa Fair Schedule JULY 2nd - JULY 7th, 1991 TUESDAY, JULY 2 1:00 p.m. Children's Bike Races 5: 00 p.m. Harness Racing 6: 00 p.m. Midway Madness (8-Wp.m.) WEDNESDAY, JULY 3 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 3:00p.m. 7: 30p.m. Youth Tractor Driving Contest (Parking Lot) Midway Opens (Cash In Discount Coupons) Harness Racing Judging Crafts Monster Truck THURSDAY, JULY 4 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 2-4 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship winners for 1991, receiving their $800 Scholarships are Sheryl Finkler, daughter of David and Claudia Finkler; Travis Hokanson, son of Mike and Sue Hokanson; Derek Brown, son of Douglas and Nancy Brown; Lisa Long, daughter of John and Geraldine Long, and (pictured with her parents) Dawn Othmer daughter of Robert and Kathy Othmer. Parade (Free Parking until 3 p.m.) Midway Opens Harness Racing Puff Tractor Pull (ages 4 to 11 years) Reception for Grand Marshals Figure Eight Demolition Derby Latest contributions to Putnam Library memorial fund announced The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library came recently in memory of Dennis Greenleaf by Jerry and Doris Callen. Others came in memory of Ba Remington-Hill by Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Richardson, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Backe, Mr. and Mrs. Neal Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Backe, and Torre Miller; in memory of Tecla Snow by Leo and Grace Marisch, Larry Snow, and Florence Jarvis; in memory of Fred and Maude Ackett by Freda (Ackett) Barnes, Dick Barnes Jr. and family, and by Janice (Barnes) Hagele and family. A donation was made by the Nashville Garden Club for the purchase of a flowering tree for the library lawn. Donations to the refur­ bishing fund may be made at the . library or mailed to Post Office Box 920, Nashville Something To ThinkAbout DAVID D. ROSIER FRIDAY, JULY 5 9:00 a.m.Dairy Cattle Judging 10:30 a.m.Youth Horse Show (Horse Arena 1:00 p.m.Hamess Racing 1:00 p.m.Beef and Sheep Judging 1:00 p.m. Midway Opens 7:30p.m. Antique tractor Pull SATURDAY, JULY 6 10:00a.m. Draft Horse Show (Horse Arena ■ Parking Lot) 1:00p.m. 1:00p.m. 5:30p.m. 7:00p.m. Harness Racing Midway Opens Fireman’s Ox Roast Light Horse Pull SUNDAY, JULY 7 12:30p.m. 1:00p.m. 1:00p.m. 3:00p.m. 7:30p.m. 10:00 p.m. Children’s Games Midway Madness (is p.m.) Harness Racing Ladies Day Demo Derby Fireworks (Time Approximate) 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names of donors and those named in gifts will be listed in the Maple Valley News. Names of donors will be listed in the book of con­ tributors and those named in gifts be added to the Memorial Scroll. DIRECTOR ■ Parking Lot) Thank You CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our-deep gratitude and appreciation to everyone who attended and otherwise helped to make our silver anniversary a memorable occasion. Our sincere thanks for all the gifts, cards, flowers, plants, money, and phone calls we received. We will always remember that special day. Special thanks to son-in-law, Delbert Moore, Jr. for the pig roast and Eva Payne for the cake. Thanks to one and all. We love you all. God bless each one. Norma Jean and Lyle Varney Lost & Found LOST - REWARD Mastercraft blue boat cover, on State Road. Please call 517-726-1192. EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY Many people desire to ex­ press their sympathy by sen­ ding flowers or some other memorial in addition to exten­ ding their condolences in per­ son. Others do this because they cannot attend either the visitation or the service. For the most part, those who wish to demonstrate their feel­ ings should be able to do so, in the way they prefer and which is most natural for them. Flowers, for example, have a message all their own — one which is universal. They also add beauty to the casket setting and to the funeral service. While it is considered pro- per for the family to suggest a certain memorial (such as a donation to a particular chari­ ty), this should not be done in such a manner as to exclude alternate expressions of sym­ pathy. It should also be presented in such a way so as not to be construed as a tangi­ ble solicitation of sympathy. The funeral director can advise on these and smiliar matters. ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. -- �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1991 __Page 7 Girl with local ties crowned "Little Miss Michigan' by Susan Hinckley participation in that event, she Cincinnati, Ohio, and models age 6. had to win two preliminary frequently at malls in Battle Prior to leaving for Florida, pageants held last year in Creek, Lansing and Anna will make her third an­ Vermontville Syrup Toledo, Ohio. Newaygo. nual Children’s Day ap­ Festivalgoers will remember “Anna worked really hard At home, Anna loves to pearance at the Battle Creek her as the little cowgirl who on the state pageant,” said her sing, dance, ice skate, read International Balloon Festival. wowed the talent show au­ mother. “We were happy and and play with her friends. She The recent state title is the dience with her rendition of surprised that she won, and is an honor student at Union second for Anna. In 1989 she “Hey, Good Looking.” Anna was absolutely City school, where she will won the Miss Michigan Na­ Perhaps they also will recall thrilled.” enter third grade in the fall. tional Pre-Teen Petite her appearance in the Grand Besides a crown, banner Anna has a brother, Aaron, pageant, also held in Lansing. Parade as Junior America’s and 5-foot trophy, Anna was Miss Branch County. presented with a U. S. Savy Anna Arredondo, 8, of ings Bond, a cash award, an Union City, now is the new embroidered white satin Little Miss Michigan and soon jacket, $400 toward her na­ will be on her way to national tional entry fees, and a trip to competition at Orlando, Fla. Disney World. The daughter of Armando Her mother and grand­ and Sheryl Arredondo, Anna mother, Shirley Stalcup, will is the granddaughter of Gary accompany Anna to Orlando, and Shirley Stalcup, also of where she will compete July Union City. 3-7 in the national finals for The Stalcups and Arredon1991 Young American Miss dos are well known in the to be held at the Orange Coun­ Maple Valley community ty Convention Center. Monday-Saturday because of their affiliation Mrs. Arredondo said in ad­ with the Nashville Baptist 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. dition to the outing at Disney Church, and because Gary World they hope to visit was a longtime driver for MGM Studios. United Parcel Service in this To win the state title, Anna area. He also has performed competed with other locally as a gospel singer. Michigan girls, ages 7 to 9. Anna’s aunt and uncle, She entered in several Anna Arredondo, 8, of Union City, seen here perfor­ Susan and David Hustwick of categories, including ming at the 1991 Vermontville Syrup Festival, recently Hastings, also have a connec­ Spokes model, requiring per­ tion to the Maple Valley com­ sonal interviews with each won a statewide competition to be named Little Miss munity, since Mr. Hustwick is judge, and Speech, in which Michigan and will go on to national finals in Florida in & a fifth-grade teacher at she told of Union City’s Carp July. The song she sang in Vermontville was part of Kellogg School in Nashville. Rodeo Festival while model­ her winning performance at the state pageant in Lans­ The young lady was crown­ ing a party dress. In the Ac­ ing, where exhibitions of acting, modeling and public ed Little Miss Michigan at a tress Division, Anna perform­ speaking also were judged. ‘Potato, soup or salad, muffins, rolls, vegetable & statwide competition May 4-5 ed an original advertisement dessert. in Lansing. To qualifty for tion from Miss USA waiting written by her mother as a parody of a real TV ad. “We decided to make it as for Anna when she returned to funny as possible,” said Mrs. her dressing room. Arredondo. Anna recently auditioned FAMILY RESTAURANT Anna also did free-style for a yet-unnamed TV show 174 South Main. Vermontville runway modeling of sport­ on NBC, and has done several swear. In the talent competi­ auditions for TV commer­ Phone ... 517-726-1144 tion she wore the same Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! cials. She is co-managed by cowgirl outfit in which she ap­ Karen Bray Productions of peared at Vermontville and Jason Friddle graduated sang the same Hank Williams from Joel E. Ferris High tune. School in Spokane, Wash., Contestants also were re­ June 7. Jason had attended the quired to furnish a portfolio of recent photographs for review Nashville Christian Academy by the judges. before leaving Nashville. Near the end of the com­ Jason has muscular petition, the five finalists had dystrophy. to respond to one of five ques­ Jason’s address is: Jason tions. Anna was asked, “If Friddle, E 3903 24th St., you could look like anyone, Spokane, Wash., 99203. who would it be, and why?” Her response was Carole Gist Non Aspirin Caplets Buffered Aspirin ofMichigan, Miss USA 1990, whom she had met at an Extra Strength Tablets 100’s earlier pageant. “Anna was so impressed after meeting Carole in September,” reported her M 5 ’s 50 mother. Compare to Bufferin Compare to Tylenol Ironically, about three weeks after winning the Little Antacid Liquid Miss Michigan title, Anna was appearing in another w/Simethicone event when an interviewer asked her about her earlier response to the title-winning 12 oz. question. The Arredondos 8 02. Owner — were unaware that Gist was in Compare to Mylanta Compare to Dimetapp OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Diana Kuempel the audience, but later Corner of M-66 and discovered a note of appreciaAllergy Relief i Thornapple Lake Rd. Vitamin C GET MORE NEWS! Tablets 250 mg. Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051. A Staff Writer Now Open Evenings 6 EVENINGS A WEEK | NEW! Now Serving Miller Ice Cream Hand Dip Sat., June 29 Fri., June 28 PRIME RIB $ 7.95* The Ole Cookstove Nashville man graduates GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY Quality Product Diana’s Place $079 009 Professional Styling for the Whole Family $029 $099 852-9481 $029 $ 1 99 2O’s INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 100’s Compare to A.R.M. $E99 130’s Compare to Theragran M Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Stress With Iron Therapeutic M STMSS 6O’s JBT Compare to Stress Tabs w/Iron National Brand Quality At Affordable Prices! 219 Main St., Nashville Compare and Save Ph. 852-0845 HOURS: 9 o.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1991 —■ Page 8 Most valuable sportsmanship awards set at M.V. High School Traveling the Thornapple River Members of the Thornapple River Watershed Council paddled through Nashville at noon Thursday on a canoe expedition to study the Thornapple River. Officials from Grand Valley State University, the Barry/Eaton Health District and local residents made the trip that began Thursday in Vermontville and ended Sunday in Alaska. (Maple Valley News Photo by Jeff Kaczmarczyk). Garage Sale Daily Deliveries ...to Nashville & Middleville areas. Free delivery on $15.00 orders and up. Serving the Nashville & Middleville areas 4 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Friday, 28th and Saturday, 29th. 9-? Clothes, dishes, and little bit ofeverything. 6617 Round Lake Rd., Vermontville. GARAGE SALE all good arti­ cles, clothing, furniture, misc. Thurs., Fri., 9a.m.-6p.m. Sat. 9a.m.-lp.m. 2 1/2 miles south of Nashville at 6875 M-66. since 1954 — See Our Fiberglass Furniture — A name in flowers since 1954 Open: Mon.-Fri. ’til 8 p.m. Sat. ’til 5:30 p.m. For Rent MOBILE HOME: VERMONTVILLE 2 bedroom, den, air, $275. 517-349-8511. 109 West State Street, Hastings 945-5029 Pets PET GROOMING, most breeds. 852-0728. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852*1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HMS • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR DOC OVERHOLT SANDY LUNDQUIST DON STEINBRECHER GARRY KNOLL JERI BAKER TIM BURD .Eves. 726-0223 ....... 852-1740 ..... 852-1543 ....... 852-1784 .Eves. 852-0786 ....... 726-1171 852-2012 $69,900! EAST OF VERMONTVILLE • 3 BEDROOM RANCH - Built in LAND CONTRACT TERMS! $44,900! , ON 7 ACRES WITH TREES - Red­ VERMONTVILLE - 9 ROOMS, 3 BEDROOM RANCH - Built in 1984. 2 baths, large family room, 2 buildings (garage & work­ shop), 24x36 and 30x40. Good arrangement for truck driver or antique car collector. Call for more details! Occupancy at close! (V-385) man Manufactured Home. 24x48, 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms 8 2 baths. Range, refrig., washer 8 dryer included. Nice "country setting." (CH-377) bedroom home & good out­ buildings (72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog barn 8 36x48 basement barn). Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) VACANT LAND 2 ACRES (APPROX.) ON M-66 south of Nashville. (VL-368) 10 ACRES ■ “PERK TESTED” - 120 ACRES BELLEVUE - 3 BED­ ROOM HOUSE * FARM BUILDINGS $108,000! Land contract terms! 80 ACRE FARM - $79,900! NORTH OF NASHVILLE - Good 2 story, 3 1972. New oak kitchen, nice fenced yard with trees, 2 car garage, plus extra 32x24 gar­ age. 22 miles to Lansing Mall. Maple Valley Schools. (CH-386) Additional 40 acres of vacant land available at $28,000! Perks o.k. for septic — land contract terms. 15 miles north of Battle Creek, 30 miles to Lansing. (F-384) Blacktop rd.. Maple Valley Schools. Contract terms. (VL-375) MSU Nitrate tests to be concluded 10 ACRES - ROLL^p Blacktop roa, "pe^, road, pe , QV^ror ror sep septic. c. Maple Vai Schools. Two nitrate test clinics were sponsored by the Michigan State University Extension Service in the last two months. Both the farming and non­ farming community were en­ couraged to bring in soil and water samples for testing. The results of the water tests were consistent with the previous two years, showing that over 98 percent of the wells tested were within the EPA safe guideline. The results of the soil test allowed individuals to reduce the amount of nitrogen fer­ tilizer applied, thereby im­ proving profit potential and reducing ground water pollu­ tion potential. NEAR VERMONTVILLE: 14 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 10 ACRE PARCELS - Three to choose from - blacktop road near Vermontville. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Thinking of “Making A Move?” Give Us a Call!! BUYING or The Maple Valley Athletic Department would like to announce the t 1990-91 Most Valuable Athlete and Sport­ smanship Awards. Each year the coaching staff at Maple Valley High School selects from the senior class, two female and two male athletes to receive the above distinctions. This year’s Most Valuable Female Athlete is Anna Goodrich. Anna has been a member of our varsity girls basketball team for the past two years, a member ofvarsi­ ty softball team for the past three years and a member of our varsity cheerleading squad this past year. Anna’s accomplishments include: two year letter winner in basket­ ball, three year letter in soft­ ball, varsity letter winner in cheerleading, all conference in basketball and softball, most valuable player basket­ ball and softball, co-captain basketball and softball, All Barry County basketball and softball, All District in softball. Congratulations to Anna for the above accomplishments and an outstanding career. Outstanding male honors this year went to Jason Hoefler. Jason was a member of our varsity football team for two years and a member of our varsity basketball and baseball teams for three years. Jason’s accomplishments include: two year letter win­ ner in football, three year let­ ter winner in basketball and baseball; Lion Award winner; co-captain in football, basket­ ball, and baseball; all con­ ference in football, basketball, and baseball; most valuable player basketball and baseball; All State in football and baseball; new football school record with 12 in­ terceptions; All Barry County in basketball, football and baseball; All Lansing Area in football and baseball; Battle Creek Enquirer All Area Team in football and baseball; All District in baseball. Con­ gratulations to Jason for the above accomplishments and an outstanding career. The sportsmanship winners for the 1990-91 school year are Tammy Ashley and Jeff Moore. In order to qualify, athletes must be seniors and demonstrate good sportsman­ ship, character, cooperation, and leadership. The examples these two young athletes have demonstrated are ones in which Maple Valley High School, their parents, and community can be proud. Tammy was a member of our varsity track team for the Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) S ACRES ■ $35,000! BELLEVUE SCHOOLS - "Starter home," good location, ’/, mi. east of M-66, easy access to Pennfield or Battle Creek. Occupancy at close!! Call Don.. (CH-383) 20 ACRES - PRICE REDUCED! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) past four years, girls varsity basketball team for three years, and varsity volleyball team for two years. She is a member of our Lion Award Club by earning eight varsity letters in her career. Jeff was a member of our varsity track team for the past four years and a member of our varsity football and basketball teams for two years. Jeffalso earned the Lion Award this year. Congratulations to these fine athletes for their ac­ complishments and careers at Maple Valley High School. They have represented Maple Valley High School with distinction and pride. Why hair turns gray As the average life expectancy increases, the population of senior citizens grows in our country. This phenomenom causes what some refer to as “The Graying of America,” even though some people become gray in their twenties. Although most folks associate the change of hair color with old age, your first gray hairs may have sprouted from your temples at about age 15. By the age of 30, roughly a quarter of men and women have graying hair. Even so, only 23 percent of as ever become completely white haired, and a few will never get a single strand of gray hair. What determines gray hair? Race can be a factor. Whites begin to turn noticably gray in their mid-thirties, with a 50 per­ cent chance that half of their hair will be gray by age 50. Blacks begin showing gray in their mid-fourties. Family genetics is another factor. You are more likely to turn gray at about the same rate as your parents and grandparents. What we perceive as gray is an optical illusion produced by a blend ofcolored hairs with white hairs. As we pass through our twenties, the protein production that pigments our hair begins to slow down. When this happens, the proteins go dormant and hair grows with no pigment, and takes on the natural color of hair protein without pigment, which is white. Depending on your hair color, about 50 percent of the hairs on your head could turn white before their contrast with darker hair creates apparent grayness. Many people feel that stress from work and family cause gray hair, but there is little evidence to support this belief. In reality, grayness is hereditary and caused by race and family trends. NOTICE The minutes of the regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held May 9, 1991 are available in the Village Hall at 206 N. Main St., Nashville, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. • NOTICE • Public Hearing There will be a public hearing Wednesday, June 26,1991 at the Castleton Township Hall, located at 98 S. Main Street, Nashville, Michigan. The purpose is to obtain views of citizens on the proposed Joint Housing Grant application. Funds applied for through the Michigan Small Cities Community Develop­ ment Block Program may not exceed $300,000. A home rehabilitation program will take place with MSHDA loans, principal reductions, and direct grants. It will be geared exclusively for low and moderate income households. Com­ ments will also be welcome on Community Development and Housing Activities. The following units of government will be involv­ ed: Castleton Township, Nashville, Vermont­ ville, and Vermontville Township. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1991 — Page 9 M.V. Scholarship Foundation lists new patrons Hinman H. Sackett is now listed as a Patron of Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation. His gift, in memory of his father, Hale B. Sackett, brings his total to over the $500 needed for Patron status. Newest 1991 Funders are Phoebe Sours and Douglas Krauss Memorial, and the Maple Valley Alumni Association. The Maple Valley Alumni Association contributed, through donations accepted at its annual meeting $227. Con- tributors were Nashville 1929, Helen Rothaar Bram­ ble; 1915, Harry Nesman; 1933, Mr. Marie (Smith) Fisher; 1934, Elsie (Patten) Hamilton; 1934 and 35, Albert and Mary (Feighner) Bell; 1936 and 1940, Herald and Margaret (Rounds) Graham; 1939, Robert and Joyce Rathaar Meade; 1943 and 44, Alfred and Helen Decker; 1945, Gerald Taber; 1949, Roberta (Shaw) Stimac; 1950, James and Bemadine (Brock) Hynes; Vermontville 1931, John (Jack) Gardner; 1933, Carrol Benedict; 1934, Robert Woodard; 1939, Amos Fox; 1946, Clare Tabor; 1949, Don Baker; 1956, Clark W. Hill; Maple Valley 1966, Sallea (Moore) Tisch, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kline. A donation also was receiv­ ed from the Nashville Class of 1931. Helen Rothaar Bramble and Connie Rothaar Smith donated in memory of their sister, Virginia Rothaar Siebert. The foundation received memorials for Douglas Krauss and Phoebe Sours from Dorothy Betts, Kathleen Real Estate FOR SALE BY OWNER Grand Rapids, Alger, Brookside area, S.E. Two story, three bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, living and dining room, kitchen with eating area, 2 1/2 stall garage, private yard, $82,000. In Grand Rapids, 243-5131. Storybook theatre today at Vermontville Opera House A Children's Theatre presentation is set for 2 p.m. today (June 25) at Vermontville Opera House. The "All of Us Express," a theater troupe from Okemos, will present four storybook tales. The last such perfor­ mance there was in January when tales of Hans Chris­ tian Andersen were presented by a cast from Prit­ chard Productions of Marshall (seen in this file photo). Today's show is sponsored by Vermontville's Mildred Allen Memorial Library and is open to all children in the community. Admission is free. p55 HELP WANTED ~ Part-time Secretary/Retail Clerk Some Bookkeeping Looking for friendly, responsible person with good phone voice. Computer knowledge a plus, not necessary. Apply in person. Tues. & Wed. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Entertainment Center NASHVILLE BEHIND 'LAUNDROMAT Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) 726-0319 — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MonFdriadyaythru COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR § Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml KALKASKA COUNTY: 10 BEAUTIFUL WOODED ACRES 3 MILES EAST OF LAKE SKEGEMOG. Very Remote hunting and camping. $8,500, $300 down, $115 per month, 11% Land Contract. Call Northern Land Compnay 616-258-5100. Help Wanted LPN’S Needed immediately to care for a small child in Nashville, full or part time available, pediatric experience preferred, orienta­ tion provided. Call Allen Health Care collect 313-732-4430. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment J & S AUTO REPAIR 6009 N. Ionia Road, Vermontville, MI. 517-726-0164.____________ ROOFING-SIDING ­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.__________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. YOU WANT QUALITY-at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. Marsh, Rachel Weiler, Elizabeth Arnold, Mary Fisher, Gloria Sample, Phyllis Skedgell, Junia Jarvie, Gertrude -Montgomery, Maple Valley Education Association, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, and Ter­ rill and Julia Swartz. Other recent contributions have been from Gertrude Montgomery, in memory of Dennis D. Greenleaf; Ver­ montville Garden Club in memory of Ava Kroger, and Gayion and Marie Fisher in memory of Mildred Martin Greenman. Barry County Commission on Aging menu set Wednesday, June 26 Tuna salad, diced tomatoes, mixed bean marinade, cake. Thursday, June 27 Chicken cassiatore, asparagus, carrots, pineapple. Friday, June 28 Pork and gravy, mashed potatoes, beets, bread, peaches. Monday, July 1 Veal patty with gravy, whipped potatoes, oriental blend, bread, fruit cocktail. Tuesday, June 2 Chefs choice. Events Wednesday, June 26 Delton, slides by De Jong; Nashville, Pete Dull with his music. Thursday, June 27 Nashville, Bingo; bus trip to Rockford. Friday, June 28 - Hastings, bingo and popcorn; Woodland, video from Michigan Bell on handicap services. Monday, July 1 - Hastings, bingo and popcorn; Woodland, video from Michigan Bell on handicap services. Tuesday, July 2 - All sites puzzles. COBB 65^524 Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • HA” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Well Drill 81 Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville OMETOWN/ LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville GE OK CREDIT VISA CLEAN OUT YOUR BASE­ MENT and your attic. Turn extra and unwanted clothing and household items into cash! Advertise garage sales, porch sales, yard sales and miscella­ neous items with classifieds in both The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. — FOR SALE — The Village of Vermontville will be accepting seal­ ed bids on the following equipment. Bids must be submitted to the village office by Thursday, July 11, 1991 at 3:00 p.m. Equipment may be seen by con­ tacting the village office. All equipment being sold as is, where is!! 1 - Allis Chalmers Industrial B Tractor - I.B. 1496, 12 Volt System, Starter & Alternator, Hydraulics 1 - 6 Foot Auger P.T.O. Power Street Broom 1 - Sidewalk V Plow - 6’ Wide & 30” Tall 1 - Adjustable Straight Sidewalk Plow - 6’ Wide & 26” High 1 - Cub Cadet Riding Lawn Mower - Rear Motor, Model 1136 • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 see us for — DELIVERY '• PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1991 — Page 10 Calcium in your diet is important at every age stronger even after growth in height has stopped. But even­ tually this bone growth stops too. Current estimates are that we reach our peak bone mass Many people have gotten by age 30 or 35. The authors the idea that concern about of the RDAs concluded that getting enough calcium in the the most important dietdiet is best left to older related step to reduce the risk women. Actually, the com­ of osteoporosis in later life is mittee of scientists that wrote to consume enough calcium the most recent edition of the during the time of peak bone Recommended Dietary formation. They recommend Allowances (RDA) clearly consumption of 1200 mg of stated that calcium is an issue calcium per day through age 24. That can sound like a lot, for younger people as well. Much of the interest in but assuming an average leel calcium is related to of calcium in the diet from osteoporosis, a weakening of other foods, reaching that bones due to loss of bone level requires only three tissue. Some bone loss seems eight-ounces glasses of milk, to be inevitable as we age, but or the equivalent in cheese or clearly the stronger your yogurt. Keep in mind that adding bones before loss begins, the calcium to your diet does not stronger they remain. Bones continue to grow have to mean adding a lot of By Karen Collins, M.S., R.D. American Institute for Cancer Research fat and calories. Skim milk contains virtually no fat and a lot less calories. Lowfat, onepercent milk is also an excellent choice. And most supermarkets today carry many lower l fat versions of yogurt, cheeses, ice cream and other dairy products. Q. Is ommitting all added fat (butter, margarine, mayonnaise, and salad dressing) a good way of lowering the fat in my diet? — P.L., Richardson, TX. A. No. Some people have gotten the impression that following a lowfat diet re­ quires giving up almost all ad­ ded fat. Actually, while most Americans do use too. much added fat, including some in your diet is good for you. The key is moderation. Vegetable fat in particular (oil, margarine, mayonnaise and salad dressing) supply We didn’t leave anything out when we designed the Simplicity LT lawn tractor. It comes with every homeowner convenience imaginable. It even has a unique deck which cuts your clippings into tiny pieces and disperses them evenly so they recycle and feed your lawn - an environmental benefit. 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Chemical use for fall potatoes discussed The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will release a series ofpublications covering on-farm fertilizer and agricultural chemical use. The data presented were fund­ ed through the President’s Water Quality Initiative, designed to provide farmers, ranchers, and foresters with the knowledge and technical means to respond in­ dependently and voluntarily to on-farm and off-farm en- vironmental concerns. In the past, farm level data has been inadequate to deter­ mine the magnitude of water quality problems, benefits, or costs of alternative solutions for the farmer and other af­ fected parties. This data will help find solutions to the com­ plex environmental issues of the 1990’s. In Michigan, fall potato farm operators were surveyed by the Federal/State Michigan Gathering unites siblings, WASTE NOT essential fatty acids and vitamin E. Experts recom­ mend that we eat a balance of different types of fat (saturated and unsaturated) from a variety of foods. So don’t go overboard with added fats, but at the same time there’s no reason to be afraid of reasonable amounts. The current recommendations from health groups, such as the American Institute for Cancer Research and the Elizabethtown, and Pat Rowland of Lexington. The Nashville Porters knew that their father had three children by an earlier mar­ riage in Kentucky, but did not know their names or ad­ dresses. The mother of those three, Louise Porter, lives at Elizabethtown. Ann Porter, mother of the 10 local members of the clan, lives in Nashville. “We had thought about (trying to locate them) for a lot of years,” said Mary Porter Fueri of Nashville. The four-day Nashville visit gave the Kentucky and the Michigan Porters an oppor- Agricultural Statistics Ser­ vice. A total of 34,000 acres of fall potatoes were planted in 1990. A random sample of fields was selected so that the probability of selecting a par­ ticular field was directly pro­ portional to the total acres planted in our state. Thus, each acre planted had exactly the same chance of selection. Ofthese planted acres, 96 per­ cent were treated with nitrogen and 96 percent with from frontpage tunity to get acquainted. Ages of the 13 children range from 22 to 44. Among them, they have a total of 22 children. Tom Porter says that when he first received the Michigan call, his first impulse on learn­ ing he had a half-sister was, “Sure.” He laughingly adds: “But then I found out there were nine more (brothers and sisters)! Fueri said the local Porters have enjoyed the visit of the Kentucky Porters. “Hopefully we’ll be able to see each other before another 40 years,” she commented. Her half-sister Pat, of Lex­ ington, joked: “If it’s another 40 years I won’t be able to make it. Better leave names and addresses.” Fueri said her father had listed his earlier children on a piece of paper that the local clan was unable to locate at the time of his death in 1987. In addition to Thurlby and Fueri, the other brothers and sisters in the Michigan branch are Brenda Downing, Ruth Smith, Bill and Howard Porter, all ofNashville; Karen Wallace, Flora Lynd, and Cheryl Woodmansee, all of Hastings; and Janice White of Port Huron. $100 REWARD Residential landscaping can affect household energy use Looking for ways to cut the costs of cooling your home? Look no further than your landscape. To reduce heat gain and cut air conditioning costs, plant trees where they will shade the house in the summer. Afternoon shade reduces heat gain, but shade all day main­ tains overall cooler temperatures longer and causes the temperature to drop faster as the sun goes down. 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Nationally, nitrogen was applied to 98 percent of the fall season potato acres. Almost 97 percent ofthe acres were treated with phosphate. Potash was applied to over 89 percent of the acres. Her­ bicide use was prevalent in all the states with an average of 72.9 percent of the acres treated. Insecticides were applied to 88.2 percent of the acreage. Among the 11 states surveyed, acres treated with fungicides ranged from 39 to 99 percent, averaging 67.1 percent. Vine killers were ap­ plied to 32.9 percent of the acreage, but primarily in Maine. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml « 616-527-2724 n U South side of Nashville on M-66 Phone (517) 852-1900 W �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1991 — Page 11 Better Vision Institute asks, 'How's Your Eyesight?' 2 if lift l«h w'W.k1"' McSf ** **?> mJ? 1115 S*!**ui 52* ■■Oil ** •"Wi * fell mm I ■"Ji® muni tic **3.1®^ **3 1®^ t s^3. ftfagp a pdi i Ha Private consulting foresters are self-employed profes­ sionals. They offer a variety ofservices, including marking trees for sale or woodland im­ provement, managing timber sales, designing management 4-H Advisory Council to meet ** S lit take breaks or look across the room periodically when you’re working at the com­ puter for long periods oftime. Myth: Sitting too close to a television set will hurt your eyes. Fact: Watching television from a distance is easier on the eyes because it lessens eye fatigue. The ideal viewing distance is approximately five times the width of your TV screen. This distance sharpens and defines the picture, while reducing the visibility of broadcast lines and other elec­ tronic defects. In addition, viewing television in soft lighting and at eye level can reduce eye fatigue. Myth: Eat carrots because they’re good for your eyes. Fact: Carrots are rich in vitamin A, which is essential for maintaining good eyesight. However, because many other foods contain vitamin A — and only a small quantity of it is needed for vi­ sion — carrots are helpful but not essential for good eyesight. Myth: Ifyou have poor vi­ sion, avoid stressful eye tasks. Fact: Corrective eyewear can make almost any task possible. It’s a common misconception that people with poor eyesight will suffer accelerated vision loss if they read fine print or undertake a task requiring visually taxing work. Finely detailed work will not cause vision loss but may cause eye strain. Take frequent breaks, work in pro­ perly lighted rooms and wear corrective lenses when necessary to lessen eye fatigue. Hiring a consulting forester can help your timber sales I* St >> >*> Remember all those things gestion that not wearing your mom told you about your eyewear can physically eyes ... eat carrots, don’t damage your eyes. cross your eyes or they’ll stay Myth: If you stare at a that way, and don’t read in computer terminal too long, dim light? The following you’ll damage your eyes. myths and facts presented by Fact: Looking at computer the Better Vision Institute in screens or video display ter­ Rosslyn, Va., uncovers the minals is not harmful to the truth about popular vision eyes. However, extended myths. periods of close work at a Myth: Reading in dim VDT may cause eye strain or light will damage your eyes. eye fatigue. To increase your Fact: Reading in dim light productivity, remember to may cause eye strain but not eye injury. Proper lighting, however, makes reading easier and can help lessen eye fatigue. Adults need to remember that children and Have you ever considered teens can read clearly and without strain in less light than selling timber from your adults. The need for light to woodlot, but were conftised about how to do it right? If so, read by increases with age. Myth: If you need glasses you might consider hiring a and don’t wear them, you’ll private consulting forester. ruin your eyes. Fact: Glasses and contact lenses can improve vision and improve the quality of life. Children who have crossed The Eaton County 4-H Ad­ eyes or lazy eyes may need visory Council will meet glasses to straighten their eyes Monday, July 1, at 7:30 p.m. and preserve vision. in Kardel Hall. However, there is no firm Preparations for Clean-Up evidence to support the sug- Day and the fair will be finalized. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock'a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies The council meetings are open to all 4-H members, leaders or parents. 4-H leaders, members and clubs are given guidance, advice and financial support through the 4-H Council. Shooting sports meet planned The next 4-H Shooting Sports Meet is scheduled for Saturday, June 29, at the Bellevue Conservation Club. This will be the last of four meets held this spring. BB gun and firearms are scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon and archery is scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. The meet is open to any Eaton County 4-H member or leader. The meets are stepping stones to the county tourna­ ment Aug. 3 at the Conserva­ tion Club. From the county tournament, participants qualify to go to the state tour­ nament on Aug. 24 in Escanaba. Substance abuse program set Eaton Substance Abuse Program will offer a substance abuse prevention program in Vermontville for interested youth to attend. The program will consist of eight weekly group meetings in which activities and discus­ sions have been prepared to provide education and awareness on the risks of alcohol and other drug use, and positively influence youth in forming healthy attitudes and skills. plans, tree planting, tree ap­ praisal and more. “By far the most common way to use a consulting forester,” says Dean Solomon, district natural resources agent with the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice, “is when you want to sell timber from your woodlot. They can help manage the sale and assist you in meeting your woodlot management goals.” Once you decide to sell trees, a consultant may discuss your objectives with you, mark trees to be cut, prepare the necessary con­ tracts, notify potential buyers and help determine which bid to accept. Once cutting is under way, the consultant will inspect the sale to ensure that the job is being completed properly. 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For that reason, choosing a con­ sultant is much like choosing other professionals. Ask for references and shop around for the consultant you are most comfortable with. A consultant should have at least a bachelor of science degree in forestry, although a few qualified consultants in Michigan have associate degrees. He or she may be a member of the Association of Consulting Forester, or may be a registered Michigan forester, although these are not requirements. ‘‘Using a consulting forester,” says Solomon, “is an excellent alternative for woodlot owners who are seek­ ing to do a better job of managing their land.” For more information about consulting foresters or a list of consultants in the area, con­ tact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice office at 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte. ' Where Every Part Delivers It All The group meetings will also provide a safe environ­ ment where students can learn new problem-solving and decision-making skills. The program will begin Tuesday, July 2, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Vermont­ ville Public Library. Contact Eaton Substance Abuse Program at 543-2580, or the public library at 726-1362 for further informa­ tion and to sign up. There is no cost for this program. Eaton 4-H Rodeo plan revealed 4-H rodeo members from across the state will come to Eaton County to ride at the summer 4-H rodeos held in Bellevue. Junior and senior division 4-Hers will compete in a variety of rodeo events July 20 and 21, Aug. 24 and 25, income. “Many woodlot owners make more money than they would have without using a consultant, even after subtrac­ ting the fees,” said Solomon. “That’s because consultants usually use a competitive system to get sealed bids from buyers and often know who is offering the best price for timber in the area. Consultant fees are also often deductible from federal income taxes.” Solomon emphasizes that it is not absolutely necessary to hire a consultant for assistance with timber sales. A lan­ downer who has sold trees before and is comfortable working with timber buyers may find fewer advantages us­ ing the services of a consultant. If a landowner is not con­ sidering a timber sale, a con­ sultant may be helpful in deciding how to improve a woodlot for firewood, wildlife or other uses. Selecting a qualified con­ sulting forester is an impor­ tant first step. Legally, THORNAPJPLE (ffff •’l1 616-945-9526 1690 690 Bedford Bedford Rd Rd. (M37) (M-37), Hastings Hastings Bolt on Section �aVS Your 24 Hour Classified Placement and Information Line FROM You can PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in any of the eight J-Ad Graphics publications seven-days-a-week, 24 hours-a-day... 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CLASSIFIED 24 is your 24-HOUR classified placement and information line from « voice communication service of J-Ad Graphics, Inc. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-07-02.pdf a97fbcaf1724d4d02bf41d838ed664c7 PDF Text Text 8w0' Xat 12/30/99 Hastings Publ ic Library 121 S. Church Street F XS>0j8 Hastings, Ml. 49058 •*** N«_ , ntr BY ■ Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49050 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 49 — Tuesday, July 2, 1991 Auditor tells Nashville Council of needed changes School improvements made Dilapidated hallway lockers at Fuller Street Elemen­ tary School have been removed and will be replaced by coat hooks in one of several improvements plann­ ed at school buildings throughout the Maple Valley district this summer. Seen working on the project in Nashville last Thursday were Dave Gilding (right) of the school custodial staff, and Loren Griffin, a substitute custodian. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Certain bookkeeping and budgetary changes were sug­ gested Thursday to the Nashville Village Council by its auditor. John Walker of Walker & Fluke, CPAs of Hastings, made several comments and recommendations after his an­ nual audit of the village. He told officials that Nashville’s present com­ puterized water and sewer billing system does not pro­ duce reports that would “allow the treasurer to recon­ cile balances due the village from one month to another.” While the system produces a daily posting journal, it does not provide for an accounts receivable trial balance, a separate billing journal, a receipts journal, an ad­ justments journal, an aged trial balance, and a “turn­ off” report, explained Walker. He said he has discussed the matter with the computer pro­ gramed who will see that the needed reports are added to the system. The auditor also recom­ mended that the village close­ ly monitor its expenditures in relation to amounts ap­ propriated and amend the budget when necessary. He also stressed that Lakeview Cemetery board must prepare a yearly budget. “The village is reponsible for the Lakeview Cemetery budget and should insist that the cemetery board submit a budget for approval,” said Walker. The village, he explained, must officially adopt a budget to legally spend money. The budget from the cemetery. board “doesn’t need to be a very elaborate budget, and we can help them with it,” added Walker. On another matter, the council heard a presentation by Richard Kunde of Michigan Rural Water Association, which gives free technical assistance concern­ ing wellhead protection to communiities of less than 10,000 population. “Protecing ground water source is very important for several reasons,” said Kunde. “Zoning is the most powerful weapon you have in protecting your (municipal) supply.” He suggested a buffer zone for wellhead protection as well as an education program Protecting ground water source is very important for several reasons. Zoning is the most powerful weapon you have in protecting your (municipal) supply. ’ ’ — Richard Kunde, Michigan Rural Water Assoc. to enlighten the public about for a muncipality to receive possible contamination of the technical advice from the ground water supply by in­ association or to attend its dividuals. This can occur training seminars. The MRWA is affiliated through thoughtless disposal of motor oil, spilling of an­ with the National Rural Water Association. Part of its fun­ tifreeze, etc. Landfills, uncovered stocks ding comes from federal of road salt, gasoline stations, ' governmental sources, said, pesticides and fertlizers, sep­ Kunde, but he recommended tic systems, industrial un- membership because ofvoting poundments and hazardous privileges and other benefits waste dumpsites also are to municipalities. “The program really saves among potential threats to you money in the long run,” wellheads. “Protecting the land areas said Kunde. Trustee Forrest Burd, head surrounding your wells from accidental or intentional dum­ of the Department of Public ping, spilling or underground Works Committee, reported movement of contaminants is that Leon Frith, DPW Super­ a proven way to protect the visor, had told him he thought ground water reaching those the membership fee “would wells,” Kunde tpld the be money well spent.-” The council agreed to study council. Yearly membership in the literature furnished by Kunde. MRWA costs $150, but See Auditor, on page 2 membership is not required Children's theater troupe entertains at opera house by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Vermontville’s historic opera house Tuesday after­ noon was the scene of a children’s theater perfor­ mance that delighted parents and youngsters alike. A four-member cast representing the Okemos­ based All-of-us-Express Children’s Theatre appeared in four presentations, “One Wish Too Many,” “The Covetous Councilman,” “The Girl Whose Fortune Sought Her’’ and “Rapunzel.” The troupe’s appearance in Vermontville was sponsored by Mildred Allen Memorial Library and was open to all children of the community at no charge. “We were very happy with the turnout,” said Mary Fisher, local chairwoman. Organized in 1989 by a group of individuals gup vu interested in theater for children by children, All-of-us-Express offers young people the op­ portunity to produce and peform public plays of a pro­ fessional quality on a regular basis. A clown, played by R. J. White, tries to bolster the spirits of Carrie Hintz, the flower girl who wanted to do something "important" in life. The cast of All-of-us-Express Children's Theatre appearing in Vermontville were (from left) Carrie Hintz, Erica Beck, R. J. White and Prentiss Belknap. In the skit, "The Girl Whose Fortune Sought Her," Carrie does not realize that the beautiful flowers she grows in her garden have value until she encounters three wayside callers: a tart seller, a clown and a peddler. White also portrayed a w ealthy businessman who gave the flower girl a standing order for daily bouquets. The organization also pro­ vides educational experiences for young people in all aspects of the theatrical arts, in­ cluding vocal expression, movement, characterization, play writing, directing, set design and construction, costuming and makeup, through sponsorship of classes, seminars and public demonstrations. The non-profit community organization is supported by memberships and other dona­ tions. Children and adult In This Issue... • Summer story hours at local library • Judge signs clean-up order in Green case • Local classes offer kids summer fun • Nashville council OKs street project See Childrens on page 2 . > > ! ' ' ' ' I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1991 — Page 2 Auditor tells council of changes, Jeffrey Beebe was present to ask the council to consider installation of speed bumps on the alley that runs adjacent to his building, which houses Nashville Dairy Delite at 101 N. Main Street. The alley, ex­ plained officials, is actually an undeveloped extension of Sherman Street. “There is no special legal limit for speed on alleys (other than street speed),” Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer told Beebe. “The traffic you com­ plain about is not necessarily breaking the law.” Beebe said the problem has worsened lately, and told the council that a two-vehicle col­ lision recently occurred there but was not reported. He said “probably about three speed bumps would prevent it.” Village President Ray Hin­ ckley told Beebe it was something the council “could look in to.” In other business Thursday, the council: — Approved a bid of $20,685 from Highway Maintenance of Romulus to slurry-seal several village streets, including Chapel, Sunset and Francis, and por­ tions of State, Washington, Edna, Phillips and Cleveland. — Referred to the Nashville Planning Commis­ sion a request from Fred Lowell Mead to rent the Nashville Boy Scout hall at the Thomapple River public boat launch (off Reed Street) for a bait shop. The building was constructed with funds willed to the scouts in 1955 by the late Joseph Hurd on land donated to the village in 1936 by Mr. and Mrs. Serroll Powers, according to Hin­ ckley. The scouts no longer use the facility, — Heard a report from Burd that the DPW Commit­ tee recommends village workers and the street tanker not be used for hauling water from village hydrants to fill private swimming pools. The proposal and question of fee was brought before the coun­ cil last month, but referred to committee for study and recommendation. Persons Lake Odessa Fair to host Michigan's top bred harness racing horses from frontpage hauling water themselves from village hydrants present­ ly are charged a flat $25 fee. Officials said it would take five or six trips by the village tanker to fill an average-sized pool. — Agreed to contact Hastings Sanitary Service for possible solutions to a request by Kent Mead for a cardboard collection dumpster at a downtown location. Mead collects the material for recycling, but has a problem storing it at home, where of­ ficials say it has created a fire hazard. He sells the cardboard to a Middleville dealer and uses the proceeds to benefit Cerebral Palsy sports programs. The Lake Odessa Fair will be host to some of the state’s top two-and three-year old harness horses as part of the $4,700,000 Michigan Stakes Circuit. The fair, which first featured harness racing in 1906, has races scheduled each day from Tuesday through Sunday. An estimated $134,000 will be up for grabs over the course of the week. The stakes schedule in­ cludes 13 weeks of competi­ tion, primarily at county fairs. 1,897 colts and fillies will run in some 400 races at 39 fairs Childrens theater, from front sity, and a master’s from the University of Minnestoa. She has been a teacher of theater since 1971. The young cast appearing in the Vermontville event includ­ ed Carrie Hintz, Erica Beck, R. J. White and Prentiss Belknap, all of the Lansing area. Important lessons of life were portrayed in the storybook tales presented by the troupe. In “The Girl Whose For­ tune Sought Her,” Carrie Hintz longed to go out into the world to “do something im­ portant, something that would really matter.” Through a succession of wayside visitors, she soon learned that her talent for growing lovely flowers in her garden was of great value to many people who were eager to barter for her bouquets. Besides filling all the acting roles, the cast took charge of the scenery changes, which involved a simple arrange­ ment of cleverly designed boxes and signs that doubled as seats and tables when necessary. volunteers serve both on stage and off. Evelyn Weymouth, artistic director of the group, has two bachelor’s degrees in theater from Michigan State Univer- A Time An^tie Tlwtikfiil (fttv Sutitk _ E dH dHous i Hastings • Middleville Bellevue • Nashville Caledonia • Wayland DIC In Memoriam IN MEMORIAM In memory of Daniel Lewis. Its been a year ago today, 6-27-90 that you were taken so tragically from us. We will miss sharing your life with you but we know God is taking care of you, for you are his little angel now. Sadly missed Wes, Jill, John & Leslie. Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship.............11 a.m. P.M. Worship............... 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study........... .6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 58628348 METHODIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:30 a.m. Worship............... 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available Pastor James C. Noggle 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH REV. RICHARD YOUNG 304 Phillips St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG Sun. School....... A.M. Service ...... P.M. Service ...... Wed. Service ...... 9:45 a.m. ...11 a.m. ...... 7 p.m. ..7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship..............7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .......... 7 REV. ALAN METTLER colt pace, three-year old filly trot and three-year old filly pace races are scheduled. The best local horses will take center stage over the weekend, beginning Friday afternoon at 1 p.m., with four Overnights races on tap. Overnights will continue Saturday and Sunday at the same time, with five races daily. “Promise Me K,” which was the dominant two-year old pacing filly in Michigan in 1990. Bred by Marilyn and Tim Johnson of South Lyon, trained by Mike Boring and driven by Chris and Troy Bor­ ing, “Promise Me K” finish­ ed the season as the richest For Sale two-year old filly in Michigan POLE BUILDINGS erected history with earnings of statewide. Licensed/Insured. $112,875. Genesis/Ranger Building Two-year old trotting filly Group. Materials/Erb Lumber “Jeff’s Sister”, owned by Company. 1-800-638-8580. John Konen and John Sutton GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet of Croswell and David Jaglois that room at affordable prices, $ 1 of Birmingham, bred by per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Richard Katona of Milan, Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd., trained by Tom Buczkowski (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, and driven by Carl Putnam, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, earned $83,304 to capture her seaming and carpet binding division in 1990. available. (616) 948-8334. Both horses, as well as HASTINGS BANNER many other champions from subscriptions. Phone 948-8051. around thp state, will be featured at the fair. this season. Racing gets underway Tuesday evening, as -eight Michigan Colt Stakes Gold Circuit races, with a purse of $4,320 each, will be held. Post time is 5 p.m. Action continues Wednes­ day afternoon at 1 p.m. with eight Green Circuit races, with purses at $2,400. Thursday, the fair will feature the very best stakes colts in the state. Each of the six Standardbred Series races will be worth $8,650 est. Two-year old filly trot, twoyear old colt trot, two-year old filly pace, two-year old Something To ThinkAbout DAVID D. ROSIER DIRECTOR Policy Changes • Keeping Informed Owning and operating a business, whether it be in a small or large town, carries certain responsibilities to the community. Keeping the community informed about the ever-changing laws and procedures is as irqportant as the quality of the service that is provided. Almost daily, questions and different family situations encourage us to keep the public informed. As part of our obligation to the community of Sunfield and surrounding areas, we would like to inform you of a recent policy change. Asof January 1,1991 a major policy change has taken place in regard to non-countable assets for a person seeking Medicaid assistance. The following items will not be counted as assets: "Burial plot, gravesite, crypt, mausoleum, casket, um, niche, vaults, headstones, markers, plaques, buriel containers, care and maintenance of a gravesite.'* After January 1,1991 you can set up a guranteed price contract for casket, vault and any of the other Items listed above in any amount and ■ they will not be counted as assets. In addition, you may still set up a guranteed price contract for service, not to exceed $2,000.00, and have it PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 1:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE declared irrevocable. This is also not counted as asset. Please feel free to call anytime with questions regarding any aspect of funeral service. We are in the com­ munity to provide the best service possible. We are always available to meet with your family to discuss cemetery monuments, pre­ arrangement service or questions regarding the ever-changing funeral in­ dustry. We want to be known as your Information source in Sunfield and sur­ rounding areas, (some information pro­ vided in this article was published in the Michigan Funeral Directors Association Journal.) The ROSIER FUNERAL HOME, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, located in Sunfield, is a member of the Michigan Funeral Direc­ tors Association and the National Funeral Directors Association. ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vz mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11a.m. Church School .......11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1991 — Page 3 Community Notices HELP! The M.V. class of 1981 needs to find the following class­ mates for our August 3rd class reunion: Nick Crawford, Amy Youngs, Michelle Blair, Scott Alexander, Roger Angus, Andy Breeden, Wilma Brown, Gerald Dankenbring, Greg Dies, Mary Dzioba, Ranay Franks, Jim Barnum, Brett Emmons, Jerry Gould, Doug Johnson, Andy PPowell, Lisa Rockford, Tammy Starkey, David Starkey, Larry Thomason and Waverly Williams. Anyone with informa informa-­ tion please call Celia (Eaton) Banaszak at 1-800-888-8426, Carleen (Samann) Knickerbock­ er at 1-800-782-4502 or Brenda (Browne) Joostberns at 852-9431. SS. ! nJ’UC’KI J J®! A As "W ltti. Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Advertise with classifieds in The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. % Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Is this your idea ofa Saving’s Account? f5*S *S«5 *S « 5 INSURANCE Home repair workshop held in Nashville Don Rasey (left), co-owner of Hometown Lumber Yard in Nashville, explains the merits of caulking at a Wednesday afternoon workshop for minor home repairs and weatherization. The free session for residents of Castleton, Vermontville or Maple Grove townships was sponsored by Hometown Lumber and •WltB the local Community Home Improvement Program. *fe mm Maple Valley graduate is on Northland list M m ” ’ *1»iiw< WiV*lkMt toiuknihs atDMkWm Mkiimmi: «<C«W|Efa !“• aq xwi n _ npMrci*M 11 »k«t>wi« l“ MimiWbv WjBOTOTI' ne aifcittni*1 ■I * IM W I* „ MrtliC S’i |O ME It* f"ti■M*M*li!M£i! ■ t« ■ «*'n,|lW’ r*. d®b« WAHW o tai W IB jtt<l»<!' FARM REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 175 Acres Barry County DAIRY OR CATTLE FARM WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEW LOCATION: 30 miles southwest of Lansing, 21 miles north of Battle Creek, the farm Iles on both sides of M-79 at the M-66 intersection 2 miles south of Nashville. LAND: 175 acres, 145 ac. tillable, 18 ac. woods and 5 ac. building site. BUILDINGS: 2-story home, freestall barn, parlor, 2 silos, 2 pin frame bams, machine shed and large feed lot. Also has a 250,000 gallon lagoon. ‘The farm was in the dairy buy-out and Is eligi­ ble to come out Sept. 1, 1991. For further information contact... RANDY HARMON Lansing, Michigan 517-337-9710 HALDERMAN^ ALDERMAN^ REALESTATEWSfc SERVICES 1(800)424-2324 (219) 563-8808 P.O. Box 297 - Wabash. IN 46992 Nicolas D. Priddy of Nashville, a junior at Nor­ thland College, Wise., has been named to the dean’s list for outstanding academic per­ formance during the 1991 winter/spring term. To qualfy for the dean’s list, full-time students must have a grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.40 on a 4.0 scale with no grade less than a “ C ”. Priddy is majoring in chemistry and minioring in biology. He is the son of Pat and Dennis Priddy, Nashville, and a 1990 graduate of Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. An old fruit jar will keep your savings dry, that’s true. But it doesn’t pay much in interest. An Eaton Federal saving’s account will keep your money safe and pays 5.50 percent interest. Fruit jars don’t pay any interest, and very few banks pay 5.50 percent interest. Come save where your money’s safe, and also receives interest. Eaton Federal Drive-in service planned in Sunfield The Sunfield Church of the Brethren invites the public to a drive-in service Sunday, July 7, at 7 p.m.' Musical guests will be the Woodland Gospel Singers. The church is located two miles south of Sunfield, at the comer of St. Joe Highway and Sunfield Road. A freewill of­ fering will be taken. In case of rain, the service will be held inside. LCC offers clinic on how to gets things done— The seminar will be offered Tuesday, Aug. 13, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. in LCC’s Old Central Building. For more information or to register in advance, contact the Management Develop­ ment Center at 483rl584. LENDER FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1991 — Paae 4 Memories of the past... House fire, Harvest Festival plans top the news 61 years ago by Susan Hinckley Reports of a destructive house fire and arrangements for the approaching Harvest Festival superseded Fourth of July plans in Nashville 61 years ago this week. The following stories ap­ peared in The Nashville News on July 3, 1930: Fire ruins Bera house, cor­ ner State and Sherman St. A fire that started late Tues­ day evening when a lighted match was dropped in some kerosene spilled on the floor near the kitchen stove prac­ tically destroyed the residence at the comer of State and Sherman streets, owned by W. B. Bera and occupied by Watson Walker and his mother, Mrs. Henry Bellinger. Mr. Walker had been clean­ ing the kitchen stove, and had spilled oil on the floor near it. Thinking he could bum up the oil rather than clean it up any other way, he is said to have touched a match to it. The fire spread so rapidly he is said to have thrown water on it in an effort to put it out. This only served to spread it and place it beyond his control. The fire department was called about nine o’clock and by the time they arrived, almost the entire interior of the house was on fire. Most of the household goods were car­ ried out of the house, which was left almost a total wreck. No insurance was carried on the contents. About $800 was carried on the house. The residence of Mrs. Leia Roe, which stands only a few feet to the south of the Bera house, was saved from any serious. damage, although a large area on the north side was scorched by the intense heat of the burning building. Harvest Festival celebration to be biggest ever That the 1930 Harvest Festival and Home Coming will be the biggest and best in the series of festivals held dur­ ing the past several years is the plan of officers and com­ mitteemen responsible for plans and arrangements for this year’s occasion. More rides, more entertainment and more fun will mark the threeday affair, in the opinion of the management, who add that not only will there be more fun, but also there will be cleaner fun for everyone to enjoy. Among the rides listed to play here will be the usual merry-go-round, a Lindy loop, ferris wheel and fun on the farm, brought here from South Bend. Free acts will in­ clude a circus review and other open air entertainment that promises the best in street performances. Naturally there will be the usual concessions allotted those who sell the “pink lemonade,’’ peanuts, popcorn and hot dogs. Perhaps the most outstan­ ding part ofthe event this year will be the homecoming feature, which is being stress­ ed by those responsible for the festival. Not only do they want to make it an enjoyable occasion for folks hereabouts, but it also is hoped it will be the signal for all the “has beens,’’ or former residents, to return to Nashville for a reunion and renewal of old acquaintances. Through the secretary, Ward Quick, letters of invita­ tion are being mailed to every person who ever lived here and has since moved away, so far as their names and ad­ dresses may be obtained, to come back to Nashville on Ju­ ly 31, or Aug. 1-2. Every ef­ fort is being made to make their visit enjoyable. Registration booths will be furnished, places of gathering will be designated, there will be means whereby one may get in touch with others who have returned for the occasion, so that at the end of the festival all will have had an opportunity to visit with every other former resident who has returned. Cards accompanied the let- ters of invitation and on these cards the person to whom they are mailed is asked to designate whether they will at­ tend the homecoming. Games of chance taboo at Harvest Festival event Games of chance involving the winning or losing of money will not be coutenanced by the Village Council dur­ ing the Harvest Festival and Home Coming event July 31 and Aug. 1-2. The action was taken at a special meeting Monday evening. A certain difference bet­ ween games of chance in which money is to be — or not to be — won, such as the “shell’’ game, and games in which there is a possiblity of winning a blanket, candy, dolls, canes, etc., was recognized by councilmen when it was specified that these latter games were not to be included among those made taboo during the three days. The resolution also in­ structed the village marshal to see that the tabooed games were put out of business. Those who sold popcorn, peantus, hot dogs and "pink lemonade" would be allowed the usual concessions at the 1930 Nashville Harvest Festival, but there would be a ban on games of chance that involved winning or losing money. The decision was made by the Village Council and was to be enforced by the local marshal. Harry Miller (right) and his popcorn wagon are seen in Nashville's business district in this circa-1900 photo. furniture show. Safe to say, there will be no nicer, no bet­ ter combinations ofutility and beauty in furniture on the floor of the show than these occasional pieces the local company is producing. Arranged on their factory floor, these pieces of furniture present an unusually attractive appearance. There are tables of almost every design, in various styles, many of them old colonial. In fact most of these newer pieces are copies of famous creations of col­ onial days. In them are the choicest woods from Germany, from the Carpathian Mountains of Czechoslavakia, from Australia, from the Orient, and from California. These woods have been worked together in beautiful table tops of matched grain which rival McVeigh buys John the most expensive furniture Martens feed store and on the market. poultry station Just recently the Lentz com­ H.H. McVeigh, who for the past several months has pany has added Michigan hard operated the Michigan Poultry maple to its stock of lumber and Rabbit farm across the used to turn out this fine fur­ river, has purchased the feed niture, and on the floor now, store and poultry station of ready to be shipped to Grand Rapids, are several tables and John Martens and is now in a colonial-style suite. They active charge of the business. are finished in natural colors Mr. Martens has been in the feed and produce business for and present a fine appearance the past three years and now in contrast with the darker intends to care for his farm woods and finishes in other pieces. The maple is proving a south of town. popular material and a large sale is expected to result from Lentz Company will have fine display at furniture the addition of this home­ grown lumber. show The Lentz company is Lumber from all over the world has been collected at the working on a reduced time Lentz Table Co. and built into schedule, the plant running the most beautiful tables and four days a week now. buffet suites ever turned out However, in the face ofcondi­ by that company. Tomorrow tions over the country these pieces will be shipped to generally and especially in Grand Rapids for the annual large cities, Nashville can feel forunate in having four days per week employment for the large number of men who work there. The choicest woods from several foreign lands were used in furniture turned out by the Lentz Table Company, once Nashville's largest employer. In 1930, the firm introduced the use of maple in pieces it would show at a Grand Rapids hibition and predicted popularity for the lighter colored "home-grQ,wn" wood. Unloading a railroad shipment of lumber at Lentz in this 1916-17 scene are (from left) Frank Hecker (on wagon), Dell White, Sandy Walker, John Woodard and Bert Heckathorn. Night baseball to be initiated at Battle Creek The Postum baseball club, Battle Creek, is now tied with the Kellogg team for the city championship, by defeating Kellogg’s three games over the weekend... Monday and Tuesday ofthis week Postum is playing the Cuban Stars, and on Wednes­ day and Thursday, night baseball will be introduced in Battle Creek. Postum will play Kellogg’s at 8:45 p.m., and the Kansas City Monarch Lighting System will be used. Reports show that night baseball throughout the coun­ try is meeting with much suc­ cess and a capacity crowd is expected for both evenings in Battle Creek. Local news — Charles Dahlhouser is a fisherman. Charlie doesn’t monkey around catching little fish. When he goes fishing he brings in real fish. Sunday evening, he came in with a bass weighing four and threequarters pounds, measuring 21 inches long, 17 inches in circumference, and he said one could put two fists into its mouth. The size of the fish’s mouth wks the only part ofthe statement we doubted, for we took a look at Charlie’s fists and decided they were more than .17 inches in cir­ cumference (the two ofthem). Other than that, we’ll say it was some fish. He pulled it out of Saddlebag Lake, north of town. — Hale Sackett attended a school of instruction for custodian engineers at Olivet last week. — Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Bivens will be in Marshall from Thursday until Sunday, attending the centennial. — Friends of Mrs. Adolph Kaiser will be glad to learn that she is much improved and able to be up and around part of the time. — Miss Elizabeth Gibson went Monday to Kalamazoo, where she will study in the department of commerce at the Teacher’s College during the summer term. — Maxine Messimer of Elmdale is visitng her aunt, Mrs. Mae Bradford, and will remain over the Fourth to at­ tend the Y.P.A. Zone Rally at Putnam Park. — Mr. and Mrs. Harold Yettaw and son Floyd of near Bellevue have moved in the Azor Leedy house on the south side, and Mr. Yettaw will run the garage. — Miss Alice Roscoe left Wednesday for New York City to enter Columbia University for the summer to receive her master’s degree. She has been spending a week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Roscoe. — Miss Margaret Burton, who has been spending her vacation at home with her grandparents, J. E. Lake and wife, returned Saturday to her training as nurse at the Michigan Children’s Hospital in Detroit. — Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Decker and Hubert, Mr. and Mrs. Vem Bivens, Mr. and Mrs. Vem Hawblitz and Ortha, and Mr. and Mrs. Herbie Wilcox and Donna Joy motored to the Getz Farm near Holland and spent the day Sunday. — The Rev. Dwight Rood and daughters and the Rev. Ralph Graves and Mrs. Graves, all of Vermontville, attended services at the Church of the Nazarene Sun­ day evening. Rev. Graves and wife expect to go soon as mis­ sionaries to Africa. Mr. and Mrs. Chester Smith, daughter Elizabeth and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith were at Ann Arbor Monday of last week and witnessed the graduation of their son and brother, Robert Smith, who completed a course in chemical engineering. — The annual Fashbaugh family reunion was held at Putnam Park last Sunday afternoon with an attendance of about 60 members of the family from Ionia, Saranac, Detroit, Battle Creek, Maple Grove, Kalamo, Vermont­ ville, Hastings and Nashville. After a bounteous dinner, the afternoon was spent in visiting. The reunion next year will be held at the same place on the last Sunday in June, and all friends are in­ vited to attend. (North Castleton) Lots of people are attending the movies in Woodland...Homer Rowlader is working again, though not feeling as well as he might, but haying and farm work is very urgent.. .Another hail and rain storm Sunday — and lots of hay down. (Southwest Maple Grove) The Children’s Day program Sunday evening was well at­ tended. Collection, $7.36...Wednesday evening thieves visited Mrs. Clem Kidder’s poultry house, tak­ ing about 30 of her best Plymouth Rock layers. — (Branch District) The Dorcas Society held a bake sale at H. Foster’s store last Saturday. Proceeds, $12...Quite a number from this locality were at the Getz Farm Sunday. — (Barnes District) J. E. Hamilton has traded his pro­ perty in Nashville for the farm known as the Jack Moore place...Remember the Mason School reunion is July 4. Newest citizen announced Joshua Kenneth Hall, bom grandparents are Gerry and May 1 to Dawn and Ted Hall Smith Hall of Vermontville of Nashville at 9:53 p.m., and Don and Loretta Pixley of weighing 7 lbs., 6% ozs. and Nashville. 2016 inches long. Proud �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1991 — Page 5 Summer story hours planned at local libraries starting July 9 The annual series of sum­ mer story hours for children will start next week at both public libraries in the Maple Valley community. The four-week event starts Tuesday, July 9, at Putnam Public Library in Nashville arid on Wednesday, July 10, at Vermontville’s, Mildred Allen Memorial Library. The Putnam sessions will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. each Tuesday morning through July 30, and are under sponsorship of Friends of the Library. Darlene Scramlin is chairwoman. At Vermontville, the 2 to 3 p.m. sessions are set for Wednesiays through July 31, and are sponsored by the local Woman’s Club. Mary Fisher is chairwoman. Children ages 4 and up are welcome to attend. There is no charge nor pre-registration required. Various activities in addition to group reading are planned. Putnam Public Library is located at 327 N. Main Street in Nashville. Mildred Allen Library is situated in the ground floor of Vermont­ ville’s Opera House on South Main Street. Eaton County residents attend MSU College Week activities Michigan State University opened its doors to provide a college experience June 17-20 to nearly 700 adults from all over Michigan. This event, “College Week” is sponsored by the Extension Home Economics program of the Michigan State Cooperative Extension Service. Twenty-seven adults from Eaton County participated in the event, including Pat Ban­ nick, Louise Ripatte, Rochelle White and Lucille Williams from Dimondale; Florence Jeffery, Rosanne Knisely, Dorothy Long, Melissa Russell, Helen Tompkins, Jesusa Vasquez, Mildred Steward, Maida Hawley, Martha Green, Alys Hoover and Teresa Hurd from Eaton Rapids; Betty Briggs, Betty Cook, Eleanor Bennett, Ina Wooley, Judy Locke and Mona Ellard of Charlotte; Coleen Kluge and Catherine Epling of Lansing; Nancy Conkey, Peggy Byington and Mary Fisher of Vermontville and Barbara Worthington of Grand Ledge. More than 65 different classes, workshops and tours were offered. Each evening ■W i tm i * ® KStSlWl N ?ie hi'is ia|j » EMiiomat frniliitafr i* WjictaSE tn DELtett,^ 20% Off All Swimsuits in Stock 20 % Off All Full Figure Fashions 20% Off Selected Shorts & Tops Plus take an additional 10% OFF any item on clearance racks. Sale runs July 2-6th We will be closed on July 4th Have a Safe & Happy Holiday! :■ be, Ito, Vm ir itaalW b H ik ti ftitavfai toot m ip i> ntlitianU Qiikidlitw iktikhi^* Hometown Apparel 1016 4th Avenue, Lake Odessa hours: m-f 9 to 5; Sat. 9 to 4 kiUWiit ' ritai jiiuij j Now Open Evenings 6 EVENINGS A WEEK Monday-Saturday | 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. NEW! Now Serving Hand Dip Miller Ice Cream Every Day, All Day FRESH GROUND Hamburger 99 The Ole Cookstove FAMILY RESTAURANT 174 South Main. Vermontville Phone ... 517-726-1144 Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! Duska Brumm, Putnam Public librarian, group of youngsters attending last year’s 1991 session is set to start next week at Memorial Library in Vermontville. had a rapt audience Summer Story Hour Putnam, as well as as she read in Nashville. to a The at Mildred Allen Free composting barrels now available in Eaton County by Extension Service The Eaton County Cooperative Extension is giv­ ing away free composting bar­ rels while supplies last. These barrels were provid­ ed by the Michigan Depart­ ment of Natural Resources and are a good way to get started composting in the back yard. The composting barrels are made from plastic 55-gallon drums recycled from the juice and food industries. The bot- toms and tops ofthese barrels have been cut off and two-tothree inch holes have been punched in the side for aeration. A copy of the guidebook “Mulching and Backyard Composting” is provided with each barrel. For more in­ formation getting a free com­ posting barrel, contact Angela Morris, Resource Recovery Agent, at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Have a Safe & Happy JulJy ! Styles-R-Us YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. 224 Main, Nashville WALK-INS I WELCOME | SYLVIA HOEVE Open Tues, thru Fit. (517)726-0181 Thank You "Your Family Clothing Store" • * 374-8730 4-H horse clinic set for July 11 The second Allen Buck Memorial 4-H Horse Clinic will be held July 11 from 6-8 p.m. at the Eaton County Fairgrounds. The instructor for this fit­ ting and showing clinic is John Kenoyer. Everyone is welcome to observe. A limited number of 4-H members will be able to par­ ticipate with their horses. Call the Extension office to sign up. There is no charge for the clinic. The Doug and Nola Buck family will sponsor the clinic. The regular 4-H Horse Development Committee meeting will be held after the clinic is concluded. FAIR SPECIALS I* « iU’fflBS the Wharton Center provided the backdrop for programs and activities. This year Senator Debbie Stabenow was keynote speaker followed by Candace Anderson, song writer and performer. The Mid-Michigan Opera Com­ pany entertained and Valerie Krueger shared her adventure of exploring 24 countries by canoe. CARD OF THANKS My sincere thanks for all the gifts, cards, flowers and money. Also for coming to my gradua­ tion open house. Thanks to one and all. ______ Michelle Ledbetter CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank everyone who helped to make my 80th birthday such a beautiful day. First, a thank you to God for giving me such a dear family. Thanks to my friends who came and for die cards, gifts and flowers and to my family for the television. Also, my thanks to those who couldn’t come but sent cards. Again, thank you, Marguirite Burdick •JUST LISTED! •Jordan Lake - completely remodeled twobedroom home with lake access •Immediate possession •Priced to sell fast at only $29,800 (M-38) •JUST LISTED! •Excellent ranch home with large rooms and beautiful kitchen •Fireplace in living room •Attached two-car garage •Priced at $69,900 with super land contract terms to qualified buyer of only 15% down Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment J & S AUTO REPAIR 6009 N. Ionia Road, Vermontville, MI. 517-726-0164._____________ ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.___________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Garage Sale SEVEN FAMILY garage sale, July 5, 6, 9a.m.-5p.m. 1 mile south of Nashville on M-66 at Linda Boldreys.___________ WOOD ADD ON FURNACE, clothes and much more. July 2-3 & 5, 9am-5pm. 5507 Clark Road. M-66. Cathy Spitzer. •NEW LISTING! •Needs lots of work but priced at only $15,000 •Home with 15 acres of land •Possible contract terms (CH-110) •Lovely, large 4-6 bedroom home that has had lots of remodeling and redecorating •Nice, fenced yard (N-78) PROPERTIES TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION 80 acre farm located southwest of Eaton Rapids. MONDAY, JULY 8 WEDNESDAY, JULY 10........................... 80 acre farm with brick home located near Hastings. MONDAY, JULY 22............................................ 16 acres of vacant land located near Gobles. CALL FOR FLYERS ON THESE PROPERTIES — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Cindy Doolittle 726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1991 — Page 6 Judge signs clean-up order in Green junk case by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The clock has begun ticking on Sidney Green’s allotted time to clean up his R & F In­ dustries property at 230 South Main St., Nashville. Barry County Circuit Judge Richard Shuster last Wednes­ day signed an order that will compel Green to clean up the premises within 60 days or face a $100-a-day fine for the next 60 days. If the property still is not in compliance, the village then has authority to clean up the premises and assess the costs as a lein After nearly five years of Flood of Witzel and against the property. Shuster’s action came after Dimitriou, and Nashville’s at­ legal wrangling in criminal hearing a challenge to the pro­ torney Jeffery V. H. Sluggett court, during which Green posed order he had issued of Clary, Nantz, Wood, Hof- was twice ordered to jail but earlier last month. Green’s at­ fius, Rankin & Cooper of granted work release, the village commenced civil ac­ torney, James Witzel of Grand Rapids. The parties then moved to tion, seeking authority to Witzel and Dimitriou of East Lansing, had objected to the courtroom, where Shuster clean up the property at the signed the order in the expense of the owner. Shuster’s June 7 ruling on the After sentencing in 1988, case, saying in part that the presence of two village of­ ficials, President Ray Hin­ Green removed several defendant “believes that the said proposed Order exceeds ckley and Trustee Forrest disabled vehicles from the front yard, but other vehicles the scope of this Court’s Burd. “The only change in the and material remain at the determination.’’ The matter was resolved judge’s original order is to sides and rear of the building. Wednesday in judge’s grant Sgt. Gene Koetjcf He claimed that some of 'the chambers in a conference bet­ authority to tag any items that items were needed in his ween Shuster, attorney Steven do not need to be removed work, but the business cur­ (from the property),” said rently is not in operation. Hinckley. As Nashville’s Several proposals by Green to police chief, Koetje issued the fence the property in lieu of original citation to Green in cleanup were rejected by 1986 under a newly-adopted village officials. village ordinance regulating Green reportedly is working storage of dismantled or in­ out of state and was not pre­ operable motor vehicles, sent at the recent court boats, machinery, equipment sessions. and parts. CLIP THIS and SAVE IT! I Let Us Do The Dirty Work and You Can Have The Fun of Refinishing. Wheat crop is progressing well in Michigan THE FURNITURE STRIPPING BUSINESS 538 Sherman, Nashville ★ Stripping rppng ★ Repair epar * Refinishing * Regluing — NEW HOURS — Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri. I 9:30-4:30 Saturday 8-12 noon Wednesday by chance Stuart and Elaine Southworth, Owners | Phone (517) 852-0943 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate The 1991 crop is estimated to total 25.5 million bushels, same as last month’s forecast according to the Federal/State Michigan Agricultural Statistics Service. This forecast is based on expected yields reported by farmers as of June 1. Yields are expected to average 50 bushels per acre, 5 bushels below last season’s yield. Growing conditions have been good despite an ex­ cess of precipitation this spr­ ing. As of June 1, nearly 60 percent of the wheat was headed which compares to a MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. AAAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HIVIS™ w* n p * u T v • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available 726-0223 ....... 852-1740 ....... 852-1543 ....... 852-1784 .Eves. 852-0786 ....... 726-1171 ....... 852-2012 .Eves. SALESPERSON OF THE MONTH OF JUNE JERI BAKER PRICE JUST REDUCED TO $49,900!! 5 bedroom home with 3 full baths, in Nashville. Many newer improvements, 2 car garage & large breeze­ way. (Could be 8 rooms plus 3 room efficiency apartment.) Call Doc. (N-367) $40,900!! NASHVILLE • 4 bedroom well cared for home - Hardwood floors, on large double lot with a 2-story garage. Priced right! (N-380) Wednesday, July 3 ' Beefpatty with gravy, com, asparagus, bread, dessert. Thursday, July 4 Closed. Friday, July 5 Chefs surprise. Monday, July 8 Mushroom steak with gravy, potatoes, peas and car­ rots, bread, pineapple. Tuesday, July 9 Veal scallopini, mashed potatoes, winter blend, bread, cookie. Events Wednesday, July 3 Delton, blood pressure; Nashville, video from Michigan Bell on Handicap- Congratulations “Jeri” VACANT LAND OCCUPANCY AT CLOSE! PRICE REDUCED!! NOW $44,500 - 3 BR ranch, Vermontville. Beautiful wood floors throughout. Par­ tially fenced back yard and mature shrubs, pine and maple trees in the large yard. Close to town. Call "Jen." 5 ACRES ■ $35,000! BELLEVUE SCHOOLS "Starter home," good location, '/, mi. east of M-66, easy access to Pennfield or Battle Creek. Occupancy at close! I Call Don.. (CH-383) Thinking of “Making A Move?” Give Us a Call!! BUYING or SELLING 10 ACRES • “PERK TESTED” Blacktop rd., Maple Valley Schools. Contract terms. (VL-375) NEAR VERMONTVILLE: 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 10 ACRE PARCELS - Three to choose from - blacktop road near Vermontville. (VL-359) (V-381) 120 ACRES BELLEVUE - 3 BED­ ROOM HOUSE & FARM BUILDINGS $108,000! Land contract terms! Additional 40 acres of vacant land available at $28,000! Perks o.k. for septic — land contract terms. 15 miles north of Battle Creek, 30 miles to Lansing. (F-384) The Davis Brothers, who perform throughout a fourstate region, will appear in concert Sunday, July 7, at Nashville Assembly of God. Nashville Assembly of God Church plans gospel concert The Davis Brothers, Battle Creek gospel singers, will ap­ pear in concert at 11 a.m. Sunday, July 7, at Nashville Assembly of God. Though speading the gospel is their number one priority, these men, whose ages range from 26 to 32, greatly enjoy Barry County Commission on Aging menu, coming events REALTOR* JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR. DOC OVERHOLT................. SANDY LUNDQUIST.......... DON STEINBRECHER....... GARRY KNOLL................... JERI BAKER........................ TIM BURD 30 percent 5-year average. Soil moisture throughout the state was adequate and the crop was in good condition. Harvested acreage is expected to total 510,000 acres, down 32 percent from last season. Abandonment and winter kill is expected to total 20,000 acres. The U.S. winter wheat pro­ duction as ofJune 1 is forecast at 1.45 billion bushels, off 3 percent from May 1 and down 29 percent from 1990. Yields are now expected to average 36.0 bushels per acre, down 0.9 and 4.7 bushels per acre from May 1 and 1990 respec­ tively. Sharp declines in most soft, red, winter, yields paved the way for the overall decline in winter wheat production. 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 20 ACRES • PRICE REDUCED! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hilT. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) ped Services. Thursday, July 4 - Closed. Friday, July 5 - Hastings, blood pressure; Nashville, popcorn. Monday, July 8 - Hastings, bingo and popcorn, video from Michigan Bell on Han­ dicapped Services. Tuesday, July 9 - All sites puzzles. their time spent on the road. The group performs more than 100 services and concerts every year on a part-time basis. They have earned five awards from the Michigan Gospel Music Association since 1989. Members of the group are Lyle, Lane, Travis and Jeff Davis and Cyle Cornish. The group features four songwriters, so they perform mostly original songs with a variety of arrangements. As the Davis brothers travel throughout Michigan, In­ diana, Ohio and Illinois, it is their prayer that they will be a blessing and an encourage­ ment to everyone who hears their music. The public is invited to at­ tend the event at the church, located at 735 Reed St., Nashville. ;^^VSIZZLING NEW SUMMER STYLES The Mirrors image" J.M6 wiuoke iujaa6u Hair Stylist for Men, Women and Children Cattlemen plan summer roundup The Michigan Cattlemen’s Association will hold its an­ nual .Summer Round-Up in Grand Rapids July 12-13. There will be educational sessions, a production tour, special spouse tour of Amway Corporation, fellowship with people from all walks of the cattle industry, and fim for the whole family. Guest speakers will include Agriculture Director Bill Schuette, Dr. Kirk Heinze, Dave Tullis and Pat Leimbach. Brochures, including registration forms,, are available at the Eaton County Extension office. Pre­ registration deadline is July 5. 111 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE 852-9192 Tobias-Mason Insurance Dick Tobias • Frank Guerriero • Dale Harbach Over 65 Years ofProfessional Insurance Experience Offering free quotes for all your insurance needs Farm & Country Estates Special Coverage Horses, Livestock and Concessionaires at Expositions For complete information, contact: Dick Tobias, 109 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 Phone (517) 852-2005 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1991 — Page 7 Chemical application rates studied in state Jack Freeland Garlinger. HOUSTON,TEXAS- Jack Freeland Garlinger, 46, passed away Sunday, June 23, 1991. Mr. Garlinger was a native of Hastings. He graduated from the Nashville High School in 1963. He was associated with Rice Food Markets and formerly with The Kroger Company. Mr. Garlinger is survived by his loving wife, Betsy Roos Garlinger; his children, Steffanie Joy and Jacob Peter Garlinger; his mother, Phyllis Garlinger and the late Phillip Garlinger; sisters, Janet Hansen and her husband, Kenneth, Carole Garlinger, Nancy Moore and her husband, Hugh, Jenella Smith and her husband Dean; brother, Jerry Garlinger and his wife, Charlotte; mother-in­ law, Mrs. Henry K. Roos; sisters and brothers-in-law, Cathey and Michael Cook, Ginger and Byron Bertrand; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 26 at the George H. Lewis and Sons, Houston, Texas with Sister Alice Potts and Rabbi David Lyon officiating. Burial was in Beth Isreal Cemetery (Woodlawn). Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia Society of America, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center (Bone Marrow Transplant Fund). Sylvia W. Harshman __ NASHVILLE - Sylvia W. Harshman, 56 of 423 Kellogg Street, Nashville, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 1991 at her residence after a long illness. Mrs. Harshman was bom October 14,1934 in Robinson, Illinois, the daughter of William and Ruby (Dugan) Wiman. She was raised in Robinson, Illinois and attended schools there, She came to Nashville in 1970 from LaPorte, Indiana. She was married to Dan Harshman on May 31,1965 in Truman, Arkansas. She was a homemaker and enjoyed crochetting, sewing, cooking, reading and collect­ ing bells. Mrs. Harshman is survived by her husband, Don; four sons, Ed Laymance and David Lamance both of Nashville, Henry Laymance of Illinois, Mike Laymance of Michigan; two daughters, Lois Miller of Pennsacola, Florida and Rebecca Kelly of Nashville; many grandchildren; five sisters, Joan Bowen of Truman, Arkansas, Jean Brackeen ofWesley, Arkansas, Sue White ofMaryville, Tennessee and Judy VanSandt and Patri­ cia Keaton both ofFort Smith, Arkansas; three brothers, James Wiman of Truman, Arkansas, Bill Wiman of Nashville and Tom Wiman of LaPorte, Indiana. She was preceded in death by daughter, Sherri Laymance in 1990, mother and father William and Ruby Wiman. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 29 at the Nashville Church of the Nazarene, with the Reverend Alan Mettler officiating. Burial was at Fuller Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Sylvia Harshman Memorial Fund. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home. In 1990 com and soybean chemical use was surveyed as part of the President’s Water Quality Initiative by the Federal/State Michigan Agricultural Statistics Ser­ vice. The Water Quality In­ itiative is a multi-agency propro­ gram designed to provide the knowledge and technical Nashville Council OKs street project by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter In the only official action taken Thursday, Nashville’s Village Council approved spending $20,685 to seal several streets in town. Highway Maintenance of Romulus will do the work which calls for application of about 25,000 square yards of slurry seal, said Trustee Forrest Burd, head ofthe Depart- ment of Public Works Committee. Streets to be covered in­ clude Chapel, Sunset and Francis, and portions of State, Washington, Edna, Phillips and Cleveland. In other business Thursday, council heard a report from John Walker, of Walker & Fluke, CPAs, of Hastings, on his annual audit ofthe village. ( Calendar of Event means for farmers, ranchers, and foresters to address the complex environmental issues of the 1990’s. Michigan surveyed 110 com operations and 150 soybean producers in 1990. The sample fields were randomly selected from those determin­ ed to have the commodity. Thus, the probability of selec­ ting a particular field was directly proportional to the total planted acreage of that commodity. All farms selected were surveyed to determine which chemicals were getting applied to the fields. There were 2,400,000 acres ofcom planted in Michigan in 1990. Of these, 97 percent had nitrogen applied, 91 per­ cent had phosphate applied, and 96 percent had potash ap­ plied. In addition, 93 percent of Michigan’s com acreage haJd an herbicide application The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: July 3 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Ex­ po Building, fairgrounds. July 6 - 4-H Rodeo Club Speed Show, fairgrounds. July 6 - 4-H Caprine Classic, MSU. July 9 - 4-H Poultry Expo, MSU. July 9 - 4-H Live Carcass Class evaluation, 7 p.m., BeefBam, fairgrounds. July July 9-11 9-11 -- 4-H 4-H Dairy Dairy Days Days and and Livestock Livestock Expo, Expo, MSU. MSU. July 11 - Barry County Fair Board, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. July 12-13 - 4-H Rabbit and Cavy Expo, MSU. July July 13 13 --4-H 4-H Rabbit Rabbitand and Cavy CavyExpo, Expo, MSU. MSU. July 13 - 4-H Nonlivestock Judging 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Horse 'Bam, fairgrounds. July 15-20 - Barry County Fair Week! July 16-18 - Ag. Expo., MSU - Michigan’s Farm Show — Show hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • • • • • and 29 percent had an insec­ ticide application. The three most widely used herbicides were Atrazine, Metolachlor, and Alachlor. Atrazine was applied to 79 percent of the acreage, Metolachlor to 32 percent, and Alachlor to 22 percent. In 1990, 1,150,000 acres of soybeans were planted in Michigan. Of these, 67 per­ cent had nitrogen applied, 70 percent had phosphate ap­ plied, and 78 percent had potash applied. Michigan had the highest use of nitrogen of all states surveyed. In addi­ tion, 98 percent ofMichigan’s soybean acreage had herbicide applied. The three most wide­ ly used herbicides were Metribuzin, Linuron, and Metolachlor. Metribuzin was applied to 39 percent of the planted acreage, Linuron to 29 percent, and Metolachlor to 27 percent. Fresh Flowers Plants Arrangements Cut Roses Wedding Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville ,Phone — 852-2050 RRwe deliver 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily Darrell Gene Slaughter HASTINGS - Darrell Gene Slaughter, 34 of 208 West Grant Street, Hastings, passed away Thursday, June 27,1991 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Slaughter was bom July 19, 1956 in Grand Rapids, the son of Ralph and Lavada (Melette) Slaughter. He was raised in the Grand Rapids area • 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, June 19, 1991. 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 and attended schools there. He was married to G. Linda Weatherwax on November 9, 1974. Came to Hastings in 1983 from Grand Rapids. Mr. Slaughter was employ­ ed as a construction worker from General Labor Union #1165. Mr. Slaughter is survived by his wife, Linda; one son, Darrell R. Slaughter and one daughter Lesslie Slaughter both of Hastings; mother, Sue Slaughter of Hastings; one brother, Dennis Slaughter of Grand Rapids; two sisters, Christine Slaughter of Grand Rapids and Brenda Bekker of Dowling; mother and father­ in-law, Darlene and Gerald Weatherwax of Hastings; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Sunday, June 30, at the Wren Funeral Home with Reverend Steven Reid officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. SAVINGS WITH A EXTRA STRENGTH CAPLETS 50'S 3®9 044 BARGAIN OF THE WEEK WHITE RAIN v8» STYLING AIDS --r| MURINE I OR MURINE PLUS I .50Z. 1 99 CLEAR EYES .5 0Z.. NOTICE of SCHOOL BOARD POSITION OPENING An opening has developed through the registration of school board member William Flower. The appointment is through June 1992. Anyone interested in being considered as a candidate for appoint­ ment to this position should send a letter stating your interest in this position including any general information regarding why you desire to serve on the board of education. This appointment will be made at a meeting of the Baord of Education on July 8,1991. Letters are to be addressed to the Board of Education, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096. All letters are to be received by 7:00 p.m. July 8, 1991. |Vj|| PSSINGLE OINL GLAE RFIOLMI D W|V FILM VITAMIN C. 500 MG 100'S.............. SI.88 PRE SUN CREAM LOTION SPF I5 4 0Z. OR PRE SUN FACIAL SPF 15 469 CAPLETS IDO'S MYLANTA LIQUID 12 0Z. ^aturS 99 ORIGINAL OR CHERRY FLAVORS MYLANTA REGULAR STRENGTH TABLETS 4B S.. .$1 88 MYLANTA REGULAR STRENGTH TABLETS 100 S .$3.2* Pre 15 PreSin ISg- 2 0Z. HOURS: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 219 Main St., Nashville PRE SUN FOR KIDS SPF 29.4 OZ..... $5.29 IH ADVIL TABLETS OR REGULAR STRENGTH VITAMIN E. 400 lU I00S________$2.99 AOSEPT. DISINFECTING SOLUTION I2 0Z. $4.99 CIBA. SALINE AEROSOL I2 0Z................S3.44 MIRAFL0W. CLEANER 25 ML.............. $3.44 CIBA. LENS CLEANER 15 ML... 2.99 AODISC ..S2.99 SI.79 NATURE MADE WatuiG 600 PLUS. TIME ZERO AND SPECTRA Ph. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1991 — Page 8 Classes offer local children some summer fun by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Karate, gymnastics and drama are among summer ac­ tivities being enjoyed by Maple Valley youngsters, thanks to the local Community Education program. “It gives our kids something good to do,” Kay Hartzler, director of Maple Valley Community Educa- tion, told a recent meeting of the Board of Education. The summer program in­ cludes Thursday gymnastics training from 10 to 11 a m. at Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville through Aug. 8. The class of youngsters, ages 4 and up, includes tumbling and show team training and is geared for beginners as well as for those who have had some gymnastic experience. Cost of the class, which started June 20, is $35. Lessons in karate and self defense are being learned by parents and youngsters on Mondays through July 29 at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville. The 2 to 3 p.m. class includes topics ranging from how to handle a school bully without fighting to pro­ per use of the word “no.” Physical movements are taught from the self-defense style Sanchin-Ryu. The lessons are geared for kindergartners through eighth graders and their parents. Cost of the class, which started June 10, is $12. At Kellogg School in Nashville, summer fun for fourth through sixth graders will take on a more scholarly nature at Tuesday and Thurs­ day forenoon sessions starting July 9, and running through Aug. 8. Time will be 9 a.m. until noon and cost is $20. David Hustwick will be in­ structor of the class with the goal of helping youngsters maintain and increase math skills and giving them a better understanding of world geography. The sessions will not be en­ tirely academic, however, for the students also will have an opportunity to particate in team sports: softball, kickball and floor hockey. In addition to these pro­ grams a free children’s drama class for parents and youngsters was held on two consecutive Thursdays in June at the Opera House in Vermontville. Pre-registration with the Community Education Office is necessary for participation in the classes for which fees are charged. These young Maple Valley girls are rehearsing a show team routine in a gymnastics class sponsored by the local Community Education program. Mary Hay of Nashville is the instructor. For 41 years you’ve worked everyday. Now it’s time for you to relax & play. Congratulations WAYNE LOBERT on your Retirement From B.O.C. f CLOSED > July 4th, 5th, 6th, V 9th and 10th Tri-County crop management group forming Tom Wirth of Fowler recently was appointed crop management technician for the newly-formed Tri-County Crop Management Association. The association will provide soil sampling, nitrate testing, rootworm beetle scouting and manure sampling services to fanners in Eaton, Clinton and Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. Ionia counties. The program is sponsored by Eaton, Ionia, and Clinton County Extension Services. Serving Our Country erested in Farmers interested in the the aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa encouraged to g Maple Valley Athletic Boosters services are call the Eaton County Exten­ sion office at (517) 543-2310 BINGO or 372-5594 for further details g MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA on • 6:15 P.M. fee options schedule.available and the 5^THURSDAY Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 | ■■laaaaaaaBaeiitaiauiaaaiaaa'i t Loren D. Tower Diana’s Place OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Michael Cater of Superior Gymnastics of Grand Rapids teaches tumbling to Maple Valley boys in weekly classes at Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville. Owner Diana Kuempel 852-9481 Marine Cpl. Loren D. Tower, son of Larry K. Tower of 3870 Barryville Road, Nashville, was award­ ed the Good Conduct Medal. The medal signifies honest and faithful service during a three-year period. To earn it, ATTENTION! IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Attention High School Grads $1 JL ft0® Per Hour Starting DISPLAY, DELIVERY, SET-UP DEPARTMENT No experience necessary. Will train. Must have reliable transportation. Must be 18 years old or older. START IMMEDIATELY FULL OR PART-TIME PAID VACATIONS, BENEFITS, and PROFIT SHARING AVAILABLE Call for Interview Tuesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 1-800-783-4304 Tower achieved and maintain­ ed a satisfactory level of per­ formance and an unblemished conduct record for the entire period. He is currently serving with Marine Corps Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station, El Toro, Santa Ana, Calif. He joined the Marine Corps in March 1988. 4-H Advisory Council plans annual chicken barbecue July 26 This year’s Eaton County 4-H Advisory Council chicken barbecue will be Fri­ day, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the 4-H Food Shack on the east end of the race track in Charlotte. Proceeds will go to the 4-H Council for field trips, state events, camp scholarships and educational programs for the Eaton County 4-H clubs, members and leaders. Chicken can be purchased by the quarter of half. There will also be a dinner special with a quarter or half a chicken, potato chips, ap­ plesauce and regular drink. Price will be determined ac­ cording to current price of chicken. ' GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Bapy Copnty. Ph. 948-8051. WASTE NOT We didn’t leave anything out when we designed the Simplicity LT lawn tractor. It comes with every homeowner convenience imaginable. It even has a unique deck which cuts your clippings into tiny pieces and disperses them evenly so they recycle and feed your lawn - an environmental benefit. Also: • Powerful Briggs & Stratton 16 hp or 12.5 hp Vanguard engine with hydrostatic transmission. 12.5 hp Kohler Engine model also available with gear drive. • Tight 16" turning radius, a Simplicity exclusive. • Easy on/off, “free-floating” 38" mower. • Infinite cut height adjustment from 1" to 3!4". • Excellent sight lines, comfortable adjustable seat, easy-to-service spin-on oil filter, and much more. *2,595 ’Available to qualified curUxncn with required down payment. Eaiy monthly psymtrta at competitive hlcrcat nta after 90 days. Aik tu for dctiali. Offer good while supply lata. TROWBRIDGE’S Auto Parts & Service Center 130 S. Main, Vermontville • 726-0569 HOURS: Monday-Friday, 7-7, Saturday, 8-5 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1991 — Page 9 ins "JJ % WS i First Lake Odessa Depot 5K Run Fun Run will step off Saturday LAKE ODESSA Runners of all ages can compete in a new annual event set to take off Saturday, the Lake Odessa Depot 5K Run and Fun Run. So far, 62 people have pre-registered to competed for ribbons and trophies,' but organizer Bob Vietch said there is plenty of room for more. "I think we'll have another 30 or 40 sign up that day," said Vietch, who is joined in coordinating the event by Jim Farman and Bill Walker. "The purpose of the run is mainly exposure for the vil­ lage. And, we're trying to make it a family event to go along with Art in the Park and the fair." Those wanting to compete should sign up between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. at the an­ tique Lake Odessa train de­ pot, located on Emerson Street between the Lake Manor and Emerson Manor Apartments. The entry fee is $12, which includes a t-shirt as supplies last The five kilometer (3.1 mile) race begins at 8 a.m., while the one-half-mile Fun Run will take off at 8:45 a.m., both starting and end­ ing at the Depot. Trophies will be awarded to the top finishers in each five kilometer run age divi­ sion and to male and female winners. The age divisions are as follows: 14 and under; 15-19; 20­ 24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40- 44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60 and over. No age divisions have been established for the half­ mile contest and trophies will be awarded to the top male and female finishers. All participants will receive ribbons. Refreshments will be pro­ vided and people wanting to walk the course during the events are also welcome. Helping to sponsor the races are Cobb's Corner, Walker Pharmacy, Hazel Bros., Fairchild Oil, Pennock Sports Medicine Cling, Lake Odessa Racquetball and Gym and Hastings Savings and Loan. Anyone wanting more in­ formation can contact Vietch at (616) 374-8490, Walker at (616) 374-3190 or Farman at (616) 374-3176. Mulliken Annual Homecoming set for three big days, July 12-14 111 ■mmiiiwiiMiiin it IWml iRnMiiiiiuniii The dates for the Mulliken Homecoming this year are Ju­ ly 12, 13 and 14. The “Blueberry Hill Amusements” will be present all three days, with carnival rides for the smaller children. This is the first time in several years Mulliken has had a carnival. Most ofthe activities will be held under the tent on the Village Commons, including the chicken barbecue at 5 p.m. Friday and the ox roast at 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Friday evening at 7, the Homecoming Court will be crowned, at 8, the Com Cob Cloggers will dance. There also will be a street dance both Friday and Saturday nights. Saturday morning, a pan­ cake breakfast will be served at the United Methodist Church, from 7 to 10 a.m. The parade at 1 p.m. will start the afternoon activities. Antique cars, fire tracks and tractors will be on display after the parade. The enter­ tainment for the afternoon will A second magic show will include a magic show, a per­ formance by the Wolverine take place at 7 p.m. The United Methodist Harmonica Club, a White Elephant auction and a Church services will be held Sunday under the tent on the popular bake walk. The Micks regret they will Commons at 11 a.m. This will not be able to bring the petting be an opportunity for the zoo this year, due to D.N.R. public to meet the Rev. and and Department of Mrs. Spalenka (Gordon and Agriculture regulations. The Nancy), the new minister and Brothers of the Ring and the his wife. After the church services, at Mulliken Lions Club each are sponsoring a bicycle for the 1 p.m., the Roxand Service bicycle drawing Saturday Club will furnish hot dogs and afternoon at 5 p.m. To receive iced tea for the Community tickets for the drawing, par­ Potluck Picnic. Entertainment ticipate in the games for ages will be provided by Scott 17 and under. (One must be Taylor. present to win). IRS reminds taxpayers to cash refund checks quickly Thinking of stashing away that federal refund check in a drawer and saving it to cash on a rainy day? Better not. The IRS reminds Michigan taxpayers (most of whom have now received refunds from their 1990 federal tax FassettJBody Shop • PHONE « — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MonFdriadyaythru (517) 726*0319 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml returns) that there is a time limit for cashing those checks. “Federal checks used to be good indefinitely,” said IRS district director John Hum­ mel. “Now they must be cashed within 1 year of the date issued,” he said. “Individuals do not lose the right to the money,” explain­ ed Hummel. “If the check is not cashed within the time period, it will have to be returned to the IRS and we will re-issue it. That process takes about 8 weeks from when the check is returned to us.” Hummel added that cashing a refund check when it is received will also prevent the possibility of it being misplac­ ed or stolen. Business Services COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner • T ’ Mich. Lie. #iz48 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 YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. Working relationships focus of LCC seminar Middle- and upper-level managers can learn how to improve interpersonal com­ munication skills in a seminar offered by Lansing Communi­ ty College. LCC to offer workshop on strategic planning The day-long session focuses on identifying per­ sonal behaviors and the behaviors of others, the im­ portance of communicating openly, overcoming barriers to communication and other related topics. The session will focus on the essential features of strategic planning, using the basic steps of this planning and utilizing the leadership team in this process. “Strategic Planning” will be offered Tuesday, Aug. 8 from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. in LCC’s Old Central Building. For more information or to register in advance, contact the Management Develop­ ment Center at 483-1584. “Improving Interpersonal Relationships” is scheduled Thursday, July 18, from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. in LCC’s Old Central Building. Register in advance by call­ ing the Management Develop­ ment Center at 483-1584. Welcome Home SHELDON From your three years in the Army. HOMSTOWNj LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville CEB OK CREDIT VISA Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Pictured is the old Depot near the railroad tracks before it was moved 3 Miles North of I-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml » 616-527-2724 852-0882 SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1991 — Page 10 Faith Chrisitan School offers honor roll students Faith Christian School of Lake Odessa honored students at an Awards Night Program to cap off the 1990-91 school year. The K-2 and K-3 students (pre-kindergarten and kindergarten) received “Faithful Worker” awards and reading certificates for their ability to read. These students included Ryan Stam­ baugh, Kala Byington, Melissa Thomas and Misty Ramirez. High honors (all A’s) for the entire year for grades 4 to 11 went to Amie Stambaugh, Becky Winebrenner, Jennifer Carr, Nichole Wieland, Mike Lewis, Joy Richards and An­ drea Riemer. Honors (B average) for the entire year for grades 4-11 went to Jenny Baum, Candace Richards, Melissa Lewis, Larry Thomas, Tara Riemer, Nikki Ketchum, Mike Gatewood and Jennifer Hurless. Pastor/Administrator Dick Sessink said that he was very pleased with the ac­ complishments of all the students. “Our academic studies are very demanding. The students worked very hard for their grades,” he said. The “Outstanding Victor Award” was presented. This award is for “that Victor who best exemplifies the spirit of Faith Christian School by be­ ing strong in Christian character and spirit.” This year’s recipients were Autumn Wieland, Chad Carr, Jennifer Hurless and Cliff Lobdell. Faith Bible Church/Faith Christian School is located at 7455 N. Woodland Road in Lake Odessa. Powers Service CLOSED ... will be ... July 2 thru July 6 133 SOUTH MAIN, NASHVILLE Ill" il The Statue of Liberty was portrayed by Isla Harris during the selection, "Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor." After the presentation, the tion. Among the 36-member musical cast of the “I Believe cast and audience enjoyed in America” presentation ar­ refreshments in the fellowship hall in the church basement. ranged by Bob Krogstad, were several who also served as narrators: Ron Tutt, Carrie Mason, Dick and Barbara Shaw, Gordie Miller and Rob Roush. Janet DeGroot, Nashville Baptist choir director, Charles directed the show. She was assisted by her daughter, Gray and Etha Secord of Lynn Rigelman. Rural Nashville flew their small plane to Norfolk, Va., June 14. Upon arrival at Nor­ folk International Airport, they were picked up by an air­ man and taken to Naval Air Station Oceana, where their son, Charles Secord, is a plane captain. They spent the day with him at the base, observing routine operations, launches and recoveries, and had a tour of the hanger and aircraft being repaired. The Secord’s also were invited by the Navy to a dependents cruise on the USS America, an aircraft carrier young Secord served on dur­ ing Operation Desert Storm. Boarding the America, they were served breakfast and given the run of the ship. Then they steamed for more The grande finale was a swirl of red, white and blue. | Serving Our Country COMBINE OF THE 90’S! 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All four branches of the services were individually honored. See Nashville, page 10— *2s** >Oa *119” ea ’1088 ea*22“ • Webbed Chaise Lounges • Lawn Fertilizer 20-5-5 or 10-6-4 Weed ’N Feed . choice $4M • Fuller 10” Pipe Wrenches ea. $800 • Apco Light Bulbs 40, 60, 75 or 100 Watt 4 Pk. EA. $I49 W5• Rustoleum Wood Saver and Other Paint y2 oft 5^1 Staff Writer America and its Armed Forces were saluted in a flag­ waving production by Nashville Baptist choir last weekend. A capacity audience packed the church for two con­ secutive evening perfor­ mances Saturday and .Sunday. The star-spangled celebra­ tion featured music, as well as narration, dancers, flag girls, Uncle Sam and the Statue of Liberty. In addition, four branches of the Armed Forces were saluted. Representing the military were uniformed servicemen Kirk Holloway (Air Force), Rick Vessecchia (Army), Jamie Strader (Navy) and Rod McMillon (Marine). Joe Cipcic portrayed Uncle Sam and Isla Harris was the Statue of Liberty. Cipcic also was among six soloists who performed. Among the others was Becky Roush, who sang “America The Beautiful” while slides of scenes from across the USA were shown in the background.” Cipcic, Amy Lewis and David Roush had solo parts in a performance of “This Land is Your Land.” When Joe Maurer soloed on “I Believe in America,” he was accompanied by Terri Fager, who interpreted the lyrics in sign language. Fager also signed on the choir’s en­ core, “God Bless America." Lisa Sterkenberg sang “If My People,” backed by the men’s chorus. A flag ceremony near the end of the show brought the audience to a standing ova- — FOR SALE — JI The Village of Vermontville will be accepting sealed bids on the following equipment. Bids must be submitted to the village office by Thursday, July 11, 1991 at 3:00 p.m. Equipment may be seen by contacting the village office. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 50 — Tuesday, July 9, 1991 Barry County Fair gets underway this weekend I J-Ad Graphics News Service The Barry County Fair again will provide a showcase for area young people, and those not so young, to show their talent and skills from July 13 through 20. The grandstand shows pro- vide a wide mix of entertain­ ment during the week with nightly shows. On Monday the Demolition Derby will be in front of the grandstand at 8 p.m. A Truck Pull Super Stock will begin at 7 p.m. on Tuesday. Wednesday's grandstand event is the Michigan State Championship Super Cross races starting at 7 p.m. SteppenWolf will entertain on Thursday with 7 and 9 p.m. shows. One of the country's biggest country and western stars, T. G. Sheppard per- Participants sought as Nashville Harvest Festival plans gel J-Ad Graphics News Service As the date nears for Nashville’s 1991 Harvest Festival, organizers are busy coordinating plans for the event, which is to be staged in conjunction with an Aug. 16-18 Muzzleloaders’ Rendezvous. The festival is scheduled for Saturday, the 17th. t“We have a lot ofgreat activities planned for this year’s festival,” said Chamber of Commerce member Mary Ohler, one of the organizers. “We hope to have a lot ofparticipation by everyone in the community. There will be something for everyone to enjoy because of the variety of things going on.” Among the planned events are shooting competitions, historical re-enactments and other activities sponsored by the Fork River Free Trappers. The Muzzleloaders’ camp will be located on the old Riverside ball park, southwest of the business district, between South Main Street and the Thomapple River. Harvest Festival features will include a parade, an arts and crafts sale, an art show in Cental Park, children’s games, a firemen’s water ball contest, and a pancake breakfast sponsored by the Nashville Fire Department. “We still need people to participate in many of the events,” reports Ohler. “We need civic groups and owners of antique cars, for example, to participate in the parade.” Ohler said local crafters are needed to join in the arts and craft show. Also, the commit­ tee hopes to find local musicians who are willing to peform during the festival. Other plans for the celebration include a chalk art show sponsored by Putnam Public Library, where a used book sale also will be conducted by Friends of the Library. Additional events may be added as details and plans are finalized. See Harvest Fest., page 3 The Barry County Fair, set for July 15-20, offers something for everyone, day or night, from livestock, homemaking and craft exhibits to a colorful midway. forms at 7 and 9 p.m. on Fri­ day, July 19. To wind up the week there will be a Classic Car show at 2 p.m., Saturday, July 20. Also on that Saturday night, the 30 Years of Rock and Roll show will perform twice, at 6 and 9 p.m. Harness Racing will be a daily event from Monday through Thursday of the fair week. One of the highlights of the fair as always are livestock and non livestock events. Among the animals raised by 4-Hers and brought to the fair to be judged are horses, ponies, mules, cows, beef an­ imals, sheep, hogs, goats, See Fair, on page 3 M.V. represented at Barry County's July 4th celebration J-Ad Graphics News Service Veterans, politicians, paraders and spectators represented the Maple Valley community at Barry County’s Fourth of July celebration in Hastings Thursday. A 9:30 a.m. parade with the theme “Let Freedom Ring,” preceded dedication of a monument on the courthouse square, honoring those from Barry County who served dur­ ing the Persian Gulf War. State Rep. Bob Bender, guest speaker at the ceremony, praised U.S. veterans of the Persian Gulf who “defended a tiny country against a murderous enemy.” Americans, he said, “are the most unselfish warriors the world has ever seen.” Several military personnel who served during Operation Desert Storm participated in the parade and ceremonial ac­ tivities. Among other U.S. veterans on hand for the occa­ sion were 11 members of Maple Valley Chapter ofViet­ nam Veterans of America. Chapter president Dick Halstead of Vermontville said the group currently is seeking additional members. The Maple Valley Vietnam vets appeared on a special float in the parade. State, county and local dignitaries on a reviewing stand located near Court Street on the east side of the courthouse included two from the Maple Valley area: Barry County Board of Commis­ sioners Chairman Ted McKelvey of Maple Grove Charles Murphy of Hastings, known in the Maple Valley community as former owner of Michigan Magnetics in Vermontville, rode in the parade in his ex­ perimental helicopter. Tom Kaufman, Hastings Chamber of Commerce president, welcomed the crowd. Among Maple Valley area dignitaries seated behind him on the reviewing stand were Nashville Village President Ray Hinckley and Barry County Board of Commissioners Chairman Ted McKelvey of Maple Grove Township. Township and Ray Hinckley, Nashville Village President. One of the entries in the parade was Kent Mead of Nashville. He rode his three­ wheeled Schwinn all the way to Hastings early Thursday in order to enter his bike in the lineup. Among spectators along the route was Piia Viljanen, 17, of Finland, an exchange student who arrived in the USA in late June to spend six weeks with See Barry County, page 2 In This Issue... • Nashville Class of ’56 reviews memories • Local carriage maker shows Morgan horses • Balloon rides spark holiday weekend • Karate moves learned at Maplewood �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 9, 1991 — Page 2 Barry County 4th of July event held, from front the Sue Furlong family of Nashville. “The Fourth ofJuly is a day when America stands a little Members of the Maple Valley Chapter of Vietnam Veterans (in camouflage fatigues) participated in Thursday's dedication ceremony. Eleven of them also rode on a special parade float. Among Maple Valley area spectators at the Barry County parade was Finnish exchange student Piia Viljanen, 17, and her Nashville host family. She is in the USA for a six-weeks visit with Sue Furlong (center) and her children. With them is Sue's son Rich, and his nephew Daniel. INSIDE DRY CLEANING SPECIAL • Good Selection of Calico • Mini Lessons • Pendleton Wool • Many Items Sale Priced from Hulst Cleaners 15% Off In Stock Patterns 1/3 Off McCalls — simplicity — kwik sew THIS WEEK ONLY (Expires 7-15-91) No rush orders. 218 E. State St., Hastings Sisters Fabrics Pick Up Station Only Ph. 945-9673 HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 6-5:30; Fri. 87; Sat. 9-5:30 Antique autos were among the colorful entries in the "Let Freedom Ring" parade." QUIMBY UNITED Church Sch ed«u l«e s MnH0BTCH « ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass.............. 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting......... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship............11 a.m. P.M. Worship.............. 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study........... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Pastor James C. Noggle 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ....... 10 a.m. Church Service ....... 11 a.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH REV. RICHARD YOUNG 304 Phillips St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Worship................ 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available A.M. Worship ....... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. . REV. RICHARD YOUNG Sun. School . ?.. A.M. Service ....... P.M. Service ....... Wed. Service....... 9:45 .... 11 ..... 7 ....... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship................7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship...................... .......... 7 REV. ALAN METTLER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ....... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (16 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service........... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 9, 1991 — Page 3 Barry County Fair gets underway, Laughter is therapy Most people would readily agree that a good laugh makes them feel better. I’m sure we have all heard the expression, “Laughter is the best medicine.” Well, now studies have pro pro-­ ven it. Many medical experts have shown that laughter is good for those who are sick and for those who wish to stay well. Laughter, of course, is only part of the equation for staying well and recovering from illness. But with the rising costs of health care, laughter is priced right. Like exercise, laughter reduces stress. Once laughter stops, blood pressure drops below normal for a brief period. Breathing slows down and muscle tension subsides. The result is that most people feel a relaxed afterglow. A good belly laugh exercises your heart as well as your cir­ culatory and respiratory systems. Laugh out loud and you’re likely to get your facial, shoulder, and diaphram muscles into the act too. One note of caution: A spasm of the diaphram muscle from excessive laughing can stop a person from breathing and suf­ focate them. By excessive laughing, I mean in excess of 20 minutes of continued laughter, which is abnormal for most people, anyway. On a brighter note, laughter appears to be one of the best anti-depressants available, it softens emotional pain, brightens outlooks and broadens perspectives. So remember, when all is said and done, “He who laughs last,... laughs best!” Auto-Owners marks 75 years Auto-Owners Insurance and its 2,261 agents in Michigan are celebrating the company’s 75th anniversary this month. Representing Auto-Owners in Vermontville for all lines of personal and commercial pro­ perty and casualty insurance, as well as annuities, life and health protection, is the Trum­ ble Agency at 133 S. Main St. Auto-Owners Insurance is headquartered in Lansing and is comprised of a group of companies that currently ranks as the 37th largest in the nation, insuring approximate­ ly two million customers in 19 states through more than 15,000 independent agents. Servicing customers and agents are 35 underwriting, claims and marketing offices. Auto-Owners group com­ panies include Auto-Owners Insurance Company, the sixth largest mutual property and casualty insurer in the U.S.; Auto-Owners Life Insurance Company; Owners Insurance Company; Home-Owners In­ surance Company; and Property-Owners Insurance Company. Birth announced GIRL, Sarah Jane welcomes home a sister, Jennifer May, bom June 26 at Pennock Hospital, weighing 6 lbs., 11 Vi ozs., 21 in. long, time: 9:36 a.m. Mother, Angela Heney, grandparents, Jim and Sue Heney of Nashville, great-grandparents, Jennie and Ray Hause of Hastings and Richard and Grace Whitehair of Nashville. Harvest Festival plans, * ‘We have a lot of ideas and events which we hope will be added," said Ohler. “We are just waiting for commitments and clarification of details. An important Harvest Festival planning meeting is Miiiiiiiiiiiiiasiaaiiaiiain ; Maple Valley Athletic Boosters S | BINGO I MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA S ETHURSDAY • 6:15 P.M = . ■ £ Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 ■ ■oaaaaaoaaaaosaaaoaaiaaaaaaaii from front set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Ju­ ly 17, at Village Council chambers. Anyone who wishes to help or who may have ideas to offer is en­ couraged to attend or to send a representative to the meeting. “We need to get the events finalized at this meeting so we can then work on the actual process of scheduling, locating sites and running the various events,” said Ohler. “It looks like it’s going to be a busy, fun-filled festival for everyone. poultry, rabbits and dogs. In the non-livestock areas are creative crafts, fine arts, sewing and needlework, foods and nutrition, food preserva­ tion, floriculture, conserva­ tion, leisure education, health and safety and technology and citizenship. Those interested in home economics supply displays of the are of food preservation, preserves, pickles, meats, and baked goods. Bill and Ginny Phillips will be honored during fair week for their many years as leaders in the Hickory Comers Busy Beavers Club. Both have led many project for the Barry County Fair, and remain active in both the fair and in 4-H. "Fairs have something to offer everyone, young or old. Whether you're here to visit the impressive livestock ex­ hibits, try your luck at the challenging midway games, or enjoy one of the hundreds of other activities available at the fair, I hope your visit is Fair clean-up day planned 4-H members from all around the county will be pitching in to clean the fairgrounds and fair buildings on July 13 m preparation for from front page memorable," Gov. John En­ gler said of the 1991 Barry County Fair. Daily gate admission is $5; daily senior citizens passes are $3; children 6-12 are $1; and children 5 years of age and under are free. Admission to grandstand events is free. Diana’s Place | O the Eaton County Fair July 20-27. 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At Eaton Federal we appreciate your business. The strength you want...the service you need. Eaton Federal Bank Fresh Flowers Plants Arrangements Contact us for Wedding Consultant Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville IPhone — 852-2050 WE DELIVER 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily FDIC INSURED FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 - Olivet - 749-2811 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Mople Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. July 9, 1991 — Page 4 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 Chuch rally, school reunion marked Fourth of July celebration in 1930 A regional rally of young Nazarenes in Putnam Park and the fourth annual reunion at Mason School southeast of Nashville were among major community activities on the Fouth of July, 61 years ago. The following stories ap­ peared in The Nashville News on July 10, 1930: grounds. Rain in the early afternoon drove the crowd from the open air meetings to the tent back of the Masonic Temple, in which the Nazarenes are holding their revival meeting, and there they held election of officers and the remaining numbers on the program. At 3 p.m. the company en­ Six hundred young people joyed vibraphone solos, and here for rally an address by the Rev. Wiggs. With young people from At 4 o’clock a-praise meeting Grand Rapids, Jackson, was held after which came the Kalamazoo, Lansing, “eats.” Charlotte, Ithaca and other The evening program open­ places, the young people’s ral­ ed with a sacred musical, in ly of the Nazarene Church at which a 100-voice chorus and Putnam Park on the Fourth of 40-piece orchestra took part. July was one of the most This was followed by a ser­ outstanding church gatherings mon by the Rev. J. B. ever witnessed in Nashville. McBride of Pasadena, Calif., It was estimated that more who is conducting the than 600 persons were in at­ evangelistic services for the tendance from the two zones local church. represented by the Grand Services are being con­ Rapids and Lansing areas. ducted nightly at the big tent Opening at 9 a.m. with a back of the Masonic Temple. prayer service led by the Rev. There folks are listening to the Clay Jackson, the program preaching of McBride, and continued with an address of splendid music led by the welcome by the Rev. Lyman Rev. Barenger. Both men are Brough, pastor of the local outstanding leaders and are church, reports of NYPS delivering inspiring messages presidents and Rev. Wiggs, to their audiences. Midland. These meetings will conAt 10:30, Paul Bassett of tinue until July 20, and the Grand Rapids, president of public is invited to attend. that zone, led the young peo­ ple’s forum, after which all Mason school reunion held enjoyed a basket lunch on the One of the most pleasant Behind the Masonic Temple (right), the Nazarenes had erected a large revival tent (on area at left in this 1931 photo of a Woman's Literary Club costume event). The rally group fled here for the balance of the program, which included a 100-voice chorus and a 40-piece orchestra. Forlife’s little disappointments l[ Send the FT LI® Pick-Me-Up \ •i.’Wf "wW I Bouquet. Just *1 *54 * caB or visit us today. *1 * 54 • i" 2 44 • • .51 5 1? J* SIDEWALK SALE . froml DAILY DELIVERY ... to Nashville & Middleville Areas <4, Free delivery on •15.00 orders & up A name in flowers since 1954 HOURS: Open Mon.-Fri. ' 945-5029 si™ s 109 West Slate St. — Hastings celebrations of the national holiday was held at the Mason homestead, where more than 125 friends and schoolmates assembled for the fourth an­ nual reunion. The forenoon was spent greeting old and new friends and at noon a most bountiful potluck dinner was served cafeteria style, with no indica­ tions of hard times. At 1:30 was heard the sound of the old school bell ringing and, as in former years, we hastened over and the business meeting was called to order by the vice president, Mrs. Mae Youngs, and the following of­ ficers were elected for 1931: President Amy Hartwell, Vice President Mrs. Mae Youngs and Secretary-Treasurer Mrs. Iva Martin. This concluded the business meeting, and a program prepared by Dorothy Mason, consisting of songs, readings and recitations, then was given, with remarks from Mrs. Roscoe, Mrs. Ben Mast, Frank Bradley, W. A. Baker and Francis Showalter; It was found that Mrs. Roscoe, Mrs. Ben Mast, Francis Showalter and Mrs. Rhoda Brown had attended school there over 60 years ago, and that Mrs. J. Mason Sr., and Mrs. Sarah Hartwell, both of whom were unable to be present, were the only two left from those early days. The program was closed by all paying a tribute to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Roscoe, who celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary July 3. The following residents from away were present: Mrs. Duane Brown, Grand Rapids; Fred Bradley, Mrs. Edith Nash Smith, Bellevue; Bessie Davis Bissett, Mary Bradley Jarvis, Will Green, Milo Green, Stella Mason Hum­ phrey of Battle Creek; Melvin Ehret, Olin Brown, Eugene Brown, Frank Bradley, Lans­ ing; Ruth Heath Kelly, Jackson; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Barnes, Rives Junction; Jessie Baker Ackley, Eaton Rapids; W. A. Baker, Olivet; and Floyd Mason and Mary Hart­ well Youngs, Charlotte. Co-Op Elevator adds bean cleaner to other equipment The Farmers Co-Operative Elevator ofNashville Tuesday added a bean cleaner to its splendid equipment. One of the association’s trucks brought the machine from Saginaw. It is of the latest design, made to handle 400 bushels of beans an hour and will prove a distinct benefit when bean handling time comes. With a bumper bean crop promised this fall, manage­ ment ofthe elevator deemed it advisable to add this equip­ ment to facilitate handling of large quantities. The machine was needed last fall, but pur­ chase was deferred until this year. Another machine probably will be added before fall, if At Nashville's Putnam Park, 600 young people representing Nazarene churches from throughout the region gathered for a Fourth of July rally in 1930. A morning program and basket lunch were enjoyed before rain drove the delegates to other shelter downtown. plans now in the making mature. That will be a feed mixer. More and more feeds are being sold and mixed in the local elevator and there are times when the present cacapcity is overtaxed in handling the output ofthis one department alone. Local news — The Independent baseball team, recently revamped and now playing under the baseball association with L. G. Cole as manager, will meet the Speaker Drug nine of Battle Creek at River­ side Park next Sunday after­ noon at 3:30. The druggists took a game from Nashville a few weeks ago, but will find it a hard job to repeat. Don’t miss this game. — One hundred and eight neighbors and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Fassett ofBattle Creek gathered at the home of the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. O. D. Fassett, in Barryville Saturday evening and gave the recently married cou­ ple a miscellaneous shower. Refreshments of ice cream and cake were served, and the evening was spent in an en­ joyable social manner. Mr. and Mrs. Fassett were reci­ pients of many useful and beautiful gifts. — The W.C.T.U. will meet at Main Street Park Thursday afternoon at 2:30 for a picnic supper. Members bring eats and dishes. — Mr. and Mrs. George Watts and family have moved to Nashville from Charlotte, and Mr. Watts will assist Mr. Yettaw in his garage. Mr. and Mrs. William Hoisington, Mrs. Julia Jones and Clinton Jones attended the Jones reunion at Wildwood Park, Gull Lake, on July 4th. — Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith will go to Midland Thursday, where they will make their home. Frank has accepted a position with the Dow Chemical Company there. — A miscellaneous shower was given Mrs. Clare Brooks at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Wenger, Saturday afternoon. About 25 guests were entertained with games, after which dainty refreshments were served. Mrs. Brooks received many lovely and useful gifts. Her friends departed wishing her much happiness in her new home. — Mrs. Ida Cheeseman at­ tended the Cheeseman reu­ nion at Harvey Cheeseman’s on July 4th. — James Hardamon of Marquette spent the Fourth and over the weekend at the Clarence Mater home. — Dr. and Mrs. W. A. Vance spent from Thursday over Sunday at the Nelson cot­ tage at Thornapple Lake. — Ralph and Dick Tieche spent the Fourth with the home folks. — (North Castleton) The wild raspberries begin to ripen, but there is a bird to every berry, so those who have them in their gardens are lucky. — (West Vermontville) About 25 descendants of the Abbott family gathered on the spacious lawn at the C. F. LaFluer’s Sunday, and held one oftheir most pleasant reu­ nions. A sumptuous dinner was served with an ice cream treat later. Friends were pre­ sent from Waverly, N.Y.; Detroit; Jackson and Williamston, and all ap­ preciated the quietude of the meeting at a private home in­ stead of a public park. — (Kalamo) Mrs. G. D. Chase, wife of the minister of the Bellevue and Kalamo M. E. charges, passed away at her home in Bellevue Satur­ day afternoon, after an illness of about two weeks. On ac­ count ofthe death, there were no church services or Sunday School at the Kalamo church Sunday. — (Southwest Maple Grove) Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Cady and grandson Jackson Shiller left last Wednesday for Oregon, mak­ ing the trip with their Ford truck. — (North Castleton) Mrs. Etta Smith has joined her hus­ band on their farm in this vicinity. Mr. and Mrs. Smith were overseers of the old ladies’ home in Charlotte for six years. Mr. Smith came back early in the spring, put­ ting out crops and raising chickens, and getting established on the farm again. At last someone was found to take Mrs. Smith’s place, thus releasing her. Her former neighbors welcome her back to her home. — (Barryville) On the evening of July 4th the C. E. business meeting was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Heber Foster. A pleasant time was enjoyed by the young people. — (Branch district) The Rev. J. J. Marshall, age 75, passed away at his home Saturday afternoon, July 5. Mr. Marshall had been in poor health for some time. He had been living in Lansing with a son for several months, but came here to attend the an­ niversary and was taken sick while here. — (Castleton Center) The bridge gang is working on Mud Creek bridge, and expects to have the new one in in five weeks. — (Barnes district) The Mason young people, Seymour Hartwell and family and Mrs. Lena Mix were at Marshall July 4th and enjoyed the fireworks. — (Southwest Maple Grove) Although the weather was rather chilly Thursday evening a good crowd attend­ ed the ice cream social at Or­ rin Cole’s. — (North Castleton) Mrs. Harry Ritchie, whose farm home is in this vicinity, was in an auto accident near Webber­ ville last week, and was entered at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, with a fractured ankle and other bruises. Latest reports are that she has been removed to her home in Hastings. Her friends here wish her a speedy recovery. — (Branch district) Father John Day and 10 friends of Flint came for a day’s outing the Fourth at the home of the former’s mother, Mrs. Minda Mudge. They spent the day in the woods with a potluck sup­ per at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Mudge. — (Castleton Center) George Guntrip has moved back to the farm. His son, Abie, and family of Detroit will live with him. — (Barnes district) Alfred Baxter’s are enjoying a new Delco lighting plant. — (Assyria) The 9th ofJuly is the regular date of the Cemetery Circle, but it has been postponed on account of smallpox. — (Striker district) July 4th in our community would have passed off very quietly, but for a wreck just north of David Ickes’ comer. Two young couples from Battle Creek, in a Durant car, lost control of their machine by turning to the left to avoid a collision with a car turning onto the cross road. Result — a car turned over two or three times, throwing the occupants out, excepting the driver, who stayed behind the wheel through it all. The car was a complete wreck and how seriously were the injuries we are unable to learn, for all were taken to a hospital in Battle Creek. TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. July 9, 1991 — Page 5 Nashville's Class of 1956 renews old acquaintances at 35th reunion The 35th anniversary reu­ nion Saturday of Nashville’s Class of 1956 was a time for renewing acquaintances as well as memories of the past. Before the session conclud­ ed, the group had set the date for their next meeting in 1996. Twenty-nine of the 56 sur­ viving members of the class were present for the occasion at the Nashville VFW hall, where a 7 p.m. dinner was followed by an evening of shared laughs and fond H W«*>•5 > >«><£ 5<£ More than hair me so surviving members of Nashville's Class of 1956 were pre pre-­ sent at a July 6th dinner reunion. (Front row, from left) Mary Lou (Symonds) Bitgood; Marvin Hummel, Carole (Roush) Hussey, Rosalie (Elliston) Murphy, Martha (Powers) Schimmelpenneg, David Teeter, Ruth Ann (Roberts) Hamilton, Bar­ bara (Gould) Hawblitz. (Middle row) Duane Gardner, Bernadine (Brock) Hyn es, Nola Jane (Wilcox) Hickey, Bonnie (Sherman) Maker, Janet (Marshall) McMillen, James Hynes, David Yarger, Richard Hamilton, Charles McMillen, Darlene (H anchett) Hughes. (Back row) Larry Elliston, Douglas DeCamp, Larry McVey, Robert Starring, Douglas Bumford, Richard Chaffee Jr., Bernard Stutz, Bill Maker, Linden Fisher, and Robert Bitgood. Missing from photo is Phillip Beard, who arrived later. recollections. School days were recalled through frequent reference to their Tig-Na-Hi yearbook. Jim Hynes acted as master of ceremonies. Those traveling the greatest distance to attend were David Teeter of Racine, Wise., and Charles and Janet (Marshall) McMillen of Versailles, Ky. The Class of ’56 had an ex­ traordinary number of members who married each other. In addition to the STANTON’S McMillens, classmate couples present at the reunion were Robert and Mary Lou (Symonds) Bitgood; Jim and Bernadine (Brock) Hynes; Richard and Ruth Ann (Roberts) Hamilton, and Bill and Bonnie (Sherman) Maker. To add an authentic reminder of the era in which they graduated, Mr. and Mrs. Hynes arrived in their 1956 Mercury, and parked it at the main entrance to the hall. (517)726-0181 uz south tj&in siteet MOJNcnme. I'licniGsH 49096 mtsHMiue (517) 852-1717 Area 4-Hers to compete in state Rabbit Expo U , «dj «j Mll 7 ^•k •k * *“*E 1,1 IlS Site h fed l .’J HiHqaiiiM/ biailiiih'ini I 1O. WwiitWi b»dI tan'iiMi(!,lilib tall. JWfltjpirti ml hiiMipiis- tin- piitMi ute .Out- - (Mett Caei I ffitffi fajita) W j [jaif 1st d it tn Si n itH feullrijiita ii fe lit in. -itatai.® Un. fuKiwiffl11’ w Ito W» M llisl -(^ii|lW mlW wnfetfcl1 tapF’*1- B.J. Seume and Courtney Priester of Bellevue; Dena Bignail of Charlotte; Sarah Mater, Mandy, Foye and Nick Pierce, Brandy, Tim and Trevor Wawiemia, Angela Todd, Gracie Pena, and Lacey Planck, all ofVermont­ ville; Heather and Angela Vezino of Mulliken; and Amber Luttig of Grand Ledge will compete in the 1991 State 4-H Rabbit Expo July 9 at Michigan State University. Events will include live rab­ bit judging for meat and fur quality, showmanship con­ tests and a breed identification quiz. Participants may also compete in a killing and dress­ ing competition, a demonstra­ tion 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 Anne Pease, Eaton County 4-H program assistant. “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 overall award will be a college or career training scholarship. Participants in a minimum of five categories qualify for the award. The Rabbit Expo is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu, events set Wednesday, July 10 Chili con came, Italian blend, lettuce salad, muffin, margarine, peaches. Thursday, July 11 Pork patty, sweet potatoes, broccoli, bread, margarine, applesauce. Friday, July 12 Turkey stew with veggies, peas, bread, margarine, dessert. Monday, July 15 Chicken sauce ’em/gravy, peas and carrots, red potatoes, bread, margarine, fruit. Tuesday, July 16 Quiche, baked beans, spinach, bread, margarine, Events Wednesday, July 10 Delton, video: Michigan Bell Handicap Services. Thursday, July 11 Nashville, Bingo. Friday, July 12 - Nashville, popcorn. Monday, July 15 Hastings, bingo and popcorn; Nashville, Millie Carrigan. Tuesday, July 16 - All sites puzzles. Eaton County 4-Hers to hold car wash for goat project Eaton County 4-H Goat Project members will sponsor a car wash on Saturday, July 13, beginning at approximate­ ly 9 a.m. in the Charlotte Felpausch Food Center park­ ing lot on Lawrence Avenue. Proceeds will go to help fund the fair goat bam remodeling. Any excess will be donated to the Eaton Coun­ ty 4-H Small Animal Association. Eaton County's oldest veterans to be honored The Eaton County 4-H Fair Board is trying to identify veterans who may have served in World War I or shortly thereafter. This year at the Senior Citizen’s Day Award Assembly, the county’s oldest veterans will be honored. “We need your help in identifying these men and women,” explains Mona Ellard, coordinator of the event. Anyone who knows of so­ meone who qualifies may con­ tact the Eaton Cooperative Extension Office at 126 N. Bostwock St., Charlotte, 48813 or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. "The fair is but a short two weeks away, and it is impor­ tant that we are able to honor our county’s oldest veterans,” says Ellard. Jobs Wanted CHILCARE BY TEACH­ ER’S WIFE in the Vermontvil­ le area. CPR trained. Call Kelly 517-726-1316. INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 9, 1991 — Page 6 Nashville carriage maker shows Morgan horses at 'Open Barn by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Justin Carriage Works of Nashville was among 20 breeding farms and training facilities in Michigan to show its Morgan horses at an “Open Bam” June 30. Morgan horse raisers in locations stretching from Ludington east to Deckerville, from Sutton’s Bay south to Niles, participated in the statewide event that invited public visits. The open bam gives spec­ tators an opportunity to see free demonstrations of the versatility of the Morgan, America’s first breed of horse. Justin Morgan (named for his owner) was the progenitor of the Morgan horse breed. Bom in Springfield, Mass., in 1789, he lived 32 years and to­ day’s Morgans descend from his three most famous sons, Sherman, Woodbury and Bulrush, and crosses between them. At the Nashville location, the Herb Andler family pro­ udly showed their nine Morgan horses. They have owned Morgans since 1968. “This is as close to a perfect Morgan stallion as you’re going to find,” said Andler, pointing to his 10-year-old horse Alex, whose official name is Four Fields B. J.’s Bear. The animal has belonged to the Andlers for the past six years and had been trained by its former owner. Throughout the years, the history of the Morgan breed has been interwoven with the development of the United States, according to literature published by the Michigan Morgan Horse Association. Pioneers streamed westward with their Morgans, and they were often used by cowboys and by the Pony Ex­ press, During the Indian wars, the only survivor of the Little Two carriages recently turned out at Justin Carriage Works' are shown by proprietor Herb Andler. The larger one will be shipped to Cuba; the other was ordered by a miniature horse owner in Iowa. ass Who: Anyone interested in learning CPR What: Adult, Child & Infant CPR & Airway Obstruction Techniques When: July 23rd & 25th from 5 pm-9:30 pm Where: Vermontville, Michigan Why: Choking and cardiac arrest can occur at any time or any place, and with the proper training you! could be the difference between life and death! Class space is limited, so for more information or to pre-register for this class call: Tina at 726-1047 — or — Ken at 543-9489 Evenings Alex, seen here with the Andlers' daughter, Claudia, has belonged to the family for six years. The 10-year-old animal is a perfect example of a Morgan stallion, says its owner. Big Hom was the Morgan gelding, Commanche. Popular as a cavalry mount, the Morgan is the only registered breed of horse ever perpetuated by the United States government. At a farm established in 1907 at Mid­ dlebury, Vt., the Department of Agriculture bred Morgans to provide stallions for re­ mount stations across the country. The Morgan is a light breed (900 to 1,100 lbs.) with a beautiful head and high leg ac­ tion, famous as a carriage and riding horse, and known for its trotting ability. Visitors at the local open bam had the additional treat of viewing a couple of the custom carriages recently turned out by Andler and his crew. One, a beautiful white canopied rig with green velour seats upholstered by his wife Roxie, is headed for Cuba. Next to it stood a tiny one-seater carriage, specially designed for a miniature horse owner in Iowa. Andler has been in the custom carriage business since 1974, using his original designs to re-create old-style buggies with fiberglass bodies and other updated features. He began in modest quarters on Guy Road, but is now located at 7615 Assyria Road (M-66), south of Nashville. More than 80 percent of his carriages are ordered for commerical purposes, said Andler. They are now in use on Mackinac Island as well as in New York City’s Central Park. The Nashville-made car- riages also can be found in commerical use at a number of other resort and tourist at­ tractions across the USA, in­ cluding Charleston, S.C.; Hilton Head, N.C.; St. Augustine, Fla.; New Orleans, La.; San Antonio, Texas; Las Vegas, Ney.; San Diego and Los Angeles, Calif.; and Washington, D.C. Andler also has shipped his carriages to St. Croix in the Virgin Islands, to Bermuda, England, Japan and Malaysia. He advertises in international trade magazines, which ac­ counts for some of the orders he receives. But he attributes much of his success to satisfied customers. He noted: “More than anything, it’s word of mouth.” Eaton County police participate in nationwide seat belt "Blitz Police officers in Eaton County are asking county residents to “start clicking” their safety belts, that is. Between now and continu­ ing through Labor Day, all police agencies in Eaton County will participate in “The Blitz.” A nationwide campaign, “The Blitz” is geared to increase safety belt usage to 70 percent by 1992. Presently, about 50 percent of Michigan drivers use their safety belts. In Michigan alone, converting another 20 percent into safety belt users could save 300 lives this year. The Blitz has adopted a twoprong approach of education and enforcement to ac­ complish this goal. Currently, Michigan has a secondary en­ forcement safety belt law that allows officers to ticket motorists for not buckling up. Officers are encouraged to enforce this law, and a coali­ tion of agencies have im­ plemented a public informa­ tion campaign in support of Picnic dinner for Maple Grove Birthday club set The Maple Grove Birthday Club will meet Tuesday, July 16, at Putnam Park for a pic­ nic dinner at 12:30 p.m. Audrey Wetzel will bring the birthday cake and Feme Howblitz the door prize. Each member is asked to bring an item for prizes . In case of rain, the meeting will be at Maple Grove Com­ munity Building on M-66. this effort. Among them are the Office of Highway Safety Planning, the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, the Michigan Sheriff’s Association, the Michigan State Police and the Coalition for Safety Belt Use. In Eaton County, officers from the Eaton County Sheriff Department, State Police, Bellevue, Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Grand Ledge, Olivet, Potterville, and Sunfield police departments will hand out a “$50 bill” buckle-up reminder to each driver dur­ ing a traffic stop. The oversiz­ ed “$50 bills” have the message “It Pays to Buckleup” on one side and “It Could Cost You Dearly... Not to Buckle-up” on the other. These officers join with of­ ficers nationwide in saying to motorists, “Safety Belts help cure traffic deaths. Don’t ig­ nore the cure - Buckle Up!” 01487176 “The »1PG Mirrors image wiuoke imaae Hair Stylist for Men, Women and Children 111 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE 852-9192 Letterheads 'PRIN Business Cards Envelopes LT Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Qualify Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 9, 1991 _ Page 7 Balloon rides spark Nashville holiday weekend activities When the winds died down, inflation of the balloon beg by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Perhaps the most exciting and colorful Fourth of July weekend activity in Nashville occurrred at the Mulberry Fore golf course, where a hot air balloon gave rides from a launch location just north of the clubhouse. Gusty winds Friday morn­ ing curtailed planned fore­ noon flights but by evening weather conditions had im­ proved enough to conduct scheduled tethered rides. Full hour-long flights were set for Saturday evening. The four-place rig owned and piloted by Mark Bartram of Hastings Balloon Port will be at Mulberry Fore on a Inn jiih icbipi t6 ol Wi Hip With Mulberry Fore clubhouse in the background, the hot air balloon rises gently above the golff course. pfatyitsifa MUiMtlifci nptnfosty ta d “ISl'bil ikus "ihpta f”»®al!«nW flu I’m tapi & W«w jnf fatoltajW & fanWtibfl' fn rtoris8,“&fcjW h gRUfckkMi gR wfeM'W g After watching a successful "test"flight, passengers eagerly awaited their turn. Tobias-Mason Insurance Dick Tobias • Frank Guerriero • Dale Harbach Over 65 Years ofProfessional Insurance Experience Offering free quotes for all your insurance needs Farm & Country Estates Special Coverage Horses, Livestock and Concessionaires at Expositions For complete information, contact: Dick Tobias, 109 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 Phone (517) 852-2005 Boucher. The $225 fee for a couple to take a one-hour ride also includes 18 holes of golf. Individual price is $125. Friday night there were folks of all ages lined up for the tethered rides. Persons weiging under 100 lbs. were charged $2, and those over 100 paid $5. The rig lifted approximately 50 feet off the ground for the tethered rides. In the regular hour-long flight the balloon can travel at a speed of about 10 miles per hour depending on the pilot maneuvering in wind currents. Nadine Ankney ofCharlotte was one of the apprehensive spectators on hand Friday evening. She had read of the scheduled tethered flights in the Battle Creek Shopper News and was determined to try it, even though she admits to having a fear ofheights. By the time Ankney arrived at the clubhouse she had decided to sign up for a regular flight on Saturday, but still wanted to try the tethered ride first to help allay her fears. After landing Ankney described the tethered ride as “peaceful, beautiful,” and added empahatically, “I’m hooked!.” She said she was looking forward to Saturday’s flight, then rushed off to buy five rolls of film for the journey. Cameras are welcome on board, said Bartram, who has been piloting hot air balloons Continued on next page— Motrin IB Citrucel Efferdent Tablets or Caplets Orange Cleaning Tablets oz. 100’s ClTRUCEE jMBcAontfUn-f^ijBcAnfU- Fans! Fans! Fans! 12” Deluxe Oscillating Fan 3 srpd. 20.98O8D 2 spd. Oscillating Fan 12” Oscillating Pedestal Fan, 3 spd. Reg. *28" ........ 20 Box Fan 3 Spd. M ft 88 ■■ $14^ . $m4)W^99 *2088 6” Personal Desk Fan ... Prints $099 O HOURS: 9 o.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday. July 9, 1991 — Page 8 Balloons spark excitement, from page 7 Airborne at last, the rig was anchored by ties to three vehicles on the ground, ing a balloon race to be held for 10 years. He started in the during the upcoming Barry business five years earlier by County Fair, hoping the event repairing balloons. can become an annual affair. Now, he travels across the In addition to the rig he United States for public engagments and racing com­ brought to Nashville, Bartram also owns a two-passenger petitions. He is now organizballoon. THE Wedding balloon brings 'congratulations' J-Ad Graphics News Service One of 23 balloons recently launched near Nashville on the occasion of a wedding brought a prompt congratulatory response from finders in Pennsylvania. Nancy Berkimer of Nashville and Trevor Taltnage of Hickory Corners were married June 15 at Pleasantview Church near Lacey. At a gathering held later at the home ofthe bride’s parents on M-66 south of Nashville, family members released green and white helium-filled balloons that had been used as decorations at the wedding reception. Each balloon carried a tag with the message: “Nancy and Trevor Talmage, Just married, June 15, 1991.” The tag also carried the address of Nancy’s parents, Bob and Leah Berkimer. “The balloons drifted east and high, but the family thought they would not go far,” said Nancy. They were amazed when a letter arrived 10 days later from a Mr. and Mrs. Weaver of Jackson Center, Pa. The couple reported finding the The popular red haven Midwestern shoppers could be buying fresh Michigan peaches are also ahead of peaches by July 10, and the schedule with beginning sales reason is that this summer’s slated for July 15. This year’s fresh season is about 2 !6 national freestone peach crop is predicted at about 1,625 weeks ahead of normal. Those hot days mean that million pounds by the U.S. shoppers will have to adjust Department of Agriculture. WINNING TEAM their seasonal calendars if The Michigan crop is YOU they are to enjoy Michigan’s forecasted at 40 million AND THE fresh fruits and vegetables. pounds, 11 percent below the CLASSIFIEDS Consumers missing the sum­ 1990 crop. GET YOU Due to the accelerated mer red raspberry harvest can WHERE YOU always get a second chance in season, fresh Michigan WANT TO GO the fall, but there is no blueberries are already being reprieve for those who miss harvested. This will move the black raspberries and supply peak to about the third week in July, even earlier if blackberries. extremely hot weather per­ sists. Shoppers will find quan­ MEMBERS OF BARRYtity packs (at lower prices per EATON BOARD OF REALTORS unit) during the supply peak. & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE The state’s ’91 blueberry crop looks to be one of the best in recent years. Estimated 227 N. 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Michigan peaches expected for sale this week 945-9554 WARRANTY Family members released helium-filled balloons to celebrate the marriage of Nancy Berkimer and Trevor Talmage, and were rewarded with a speedy response. of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 10 ACRE PARCELS - Three to choose from - blacktop road near Vermontville. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 20 ACRES ■ PRICE REDUCED! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) even reach the 137,500 tons predicted earlier as rains just wiped out cherries in the Northwest. Vegetables, too, are way ahead of schedule. Radishes, green onions, head lettuce, green and wax beans, peas, pea pods, spinach, endive and other greens are all being harvested in Michigan. Western Michigan celery growers should have some celery is grown anywhere. Shoppers will find lowpriced lemons and limes this month as there’s a good crop ofboth. No July report would be complete without informa­ tion on watermelon. Prices have dropped dramatically while quality is greatly improved. Business Services Garage Sale BANKRUPTCY LEGAL FRIDAY & SATURDAY 12 & Services. First consultation free. 13, 9-5. Nashville United Fees fully explained in advance. Methodist Annex.___________ Call 945-3512 for appointment. YARD SALE: Fri. & Sat., July J & S AUTO REPAIR 6009 N. 12, 13. Kalamo Masonic Ionia Road, Vermontville, MI. Temple, 1 1/2 miles South of 517-726-0164._____________ 517-726-0164. M-79 on Ionia Road. ROOFING-SIDING-YARD SALE: Saturday, 9a.m., REMODELING-NEW 261 Fuller, Nashville. CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY National Ads CONSTRUCTION JOBS IN KUWAIT/SAUDI: 1-517-852-9945. Hiring $37,500-$150,00 yrly. VERMONTVILLE ROOF- Construction/oil refinery/ ING licensed and insured. Free medical office/welders/most estimates. 543-1002. skills. Transportation, housing. GET MORE NEWS! Incredible opportunities. Call Subscribe today to the Hastings 1-206-736-7000 Ext.5803W7. Banner. Only $13 per year in POSTAL JOBS start $11.41 pr. Barry County. Ph. 948-8051. hr. carriers, sorters, clerks. Excellent pay and benefits. For Antiques examination and application call OLD ORIENTAL RUGS information wanted any size or condition. 1-206-736-7000 ext. 5803T8, 6a.m.-10p.mJ7days. Call 1-800-443-7740. FOR SALE The Village of Vermontville will be accepting seal­ ed bids on the following equipment. Bids must be submitted to the village office by Thursday, July 11, 1991 at 3:00 p.m. Equipment may be seen by con­ tacting the village office. All equipment being sold as is, where is!! 1- Allis Chalmers Industrial B Tractor - I.B. 1496, 12 Volt System, Starter & Alternator, Hydraulics 1- 6 Foot Auger P.T.O. Power Street Broom 1- Sidewalk V Plow - 6’ Wide & 30” Tall - Adjustable Straight Sidewalk Plow - 6’ Wide & 26” High - Cub Cadet Riding Lawn Mower - Rear Motor, Model 1136 �The 'Hie, Tuesday, July 9, 1991 — Page 9 Karate moves learned at M.V. Community Ed. summer program EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies Karate instructor Dave Lich of Portland teaches basic defense movements to this class of beginners in Maple Valley's summer program sponsored by Com­ munity Education. The one-hour Monday afternoon sessions are being held at Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville. ■‘‘ ‘ ft?, •* **<*>ii» ■■ *M hatna, * * idn 'JWHMimill ■ifelUSWtt i* ikit In SiinsuW WikblA Itf f«jitWi itM Little Olivia Blakely, 3, is not a student of karate, but found it fun to try to follow the actions of instruc­ tor Dave Lich when the group moved outdoors for cer­ tain training. Olivia's brother is a member of the class. exhibit area will be located at Michigan State University in East Lansing at Mt. Hope and Farm Lane Roads. Show hours will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday. The Expo will feature: • The latest in farm equip- Children's story hours get underway this week -Children’s Summer Story Hour starts today, July 9, at Putnam Public Library in Nashville. The sessions will be con­ ducted weekly on Tuesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. throughout July, and are open to youngsters age 4 and up. Stories, crafts and other ac­ tivities are planned. The event is sponsored again this year by Friends of Putnam Public Library, with Darlene Scramlin serving as chairwoman. The annual Children’s Story Hour starts Wednesday, July 10, at Vermontville’s Mildred Allen Memorial Library. Also open to those age 4 and up, the sessions are sponsored by the Vermontville Woman’s Club and will be held from 2 Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) - HOURS -t0 8 P-m- MonFXhru 726-0519 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml W 25% Off ON SALE: Lr ryX Aspha,t Based Aluminum Roof Coating.......................5 cais. 5.5 hp Poulan Lawn Mowers Fft < Fft < WebbedLawnChairs webbed Chaise Lounges. Prices good until July 31 st rest areas. • Free admission and parking. For further information, call 517/355-3477 or contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office at 517/543-2310 or 372-5594. Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Local 4-Hers joins dairy goat show Mandy Pierce of Vermont­ ville and a member ofthe Ver­ montville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club will join other Michigan 4-H’ers to compete at the Michigan 4-H Dairy Goat Show July 6 at the Shiawassee County Fairgrounds in Corunna. “They will participate in contests ranging from breed and showmanship classes to dairy goat driving,’’ says Anne Pease, Eaton County 4-H program assistant. For more information, con­ tact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice office, or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. All H.W.I. BRAND PAINT Lawn Fertilizer 20-5-5 or 10-6-4 weed 'N Feed............ * 29" RICHARD J. EWING OWNER to 3 p.m. each Wednesday throughout July. Mary Fisher is chairwoman. ANNOUNCES OUR ANNUAL jl ALSO ment, products, supplies and services. • Daily field demonstra­ tions on secondary tillage and seed bed preparation. • Educational exhibits. • Historical displays and steam engines. • On-site food service and DO OUR OWN WORK GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Ag Equipment Expo set for July 16-18 at MSU The 1991 Michigan Agricultural Equipment Ex­ position will be held July 16-18. The 35-acre outdoor central WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & E^99 PC Fuller 10” Pipe wrenches... ..... ea$8°° THE CUTTERS YOU WANT FOR REALLY SHARP PERFORMANCE ■ John Deere value comes in a whole family of rotary cutters—4 to 15 feet! ■ For tough action, check the new 717 with 7-foot cut ■ For real heavy-duty stuff, try the 6-foot 609 or 7-foot 709 Apco Light Bulbs 40, 60. 75 or .$119" 100 watt 4 Pk........................... ea 910" Rustoleum wood saver and Other Paints........ % Oft ea..$2288 Doug and Julie Durkee VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 726-1121 ea. 1 THORNAPPLE VALLEY �Th* Mopl* Volley N*w*. Noihvill*. Tu»iday, July 9, 1991 — Poge 10 Gary G. Roberts June L. (Slyfield) Wallace Obituaries Elsie N. Kenyon NASHVILLE Elsie N. Kenyon, 76 of 203 Philadel­ phia Street, Nashville passed away Sunday, June 30, 1991. Mrs. Kenyon was born October 22,1914 in Nashville, the daughter of Ansel and Nellie (Spelman) Kinne. She was a lifelong Nashville resi­ dent. She graduated from Nashville High School. She was married to Ronald Kenyon April 20, 1935 in Nashville. She was a home­ maker who enjoyed quilt making. She was a member of the Nashville Church of the Nazarene for over 50 years. Mrs. Kenyon is survived by her husband, Ronald; sons, Richard ofFt. Stockton, Texas and Jack of New Carlisle, Indiana; grandsons, Mark of Niles, Dean ofTampa, Florida, Jack Kenyon Jr. of Vallejo, California and Curt of New Carlisle, Indiana; four great grandchildren; sister, Agnes Weaks of Hastings; sister-in­ law, Irene Kenyon of North Port,, Florida; a brother-in-law, Gordon Kenyon of Hastings, brother-in-law and sister-inlaw, Ben and Lois Kenyon of Nashville. She was preceded in death by brothers, Earl and Pete and a sister, Mabel. Funeral services were held Friday, July 5 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home with Reverend Alan Mettler officiating. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Church of the Nazarene. Lester E. Wright _____ CHARLOTTE - Lester E. grandchildren all of Charlotte; Wright, 68 ofCharlotte, passed parents Don and Veda Wright away Monday, July 1, 1991 of Charlotte; four sisters and after a lengthy illness. He was a brothers-in-law, Betty and farmer in the Eaton County Vern Gilding, Esther and area and was employed at Raymond Grant, both ofCharAluminum Extrusions in Char­ lotte, Phyllis and Stan Both-lotte for 30 years until retire­ well ofLudington, Patricia and Max Butler of Eaton Rapids; ment in 1984. He was a former fireman for three brothers, Dewane Wright the Village of Vermontville and Wendall Wright, both of Vermontville and Larry until 1966. Mr. Wright is survived by Wright of Charlotte.. Funeral services were held his wife, Bonita (Shance) Wright; son and daughter-in­ Wednesday, July 3, at the Pray law Gary and Patti Wright; two Funeral Home in Charlotte daughters and sons-in-law, with Reverend Edwin Visscher Brenda and Mark Friar and officiating. Burial was in the Teresa and Robert Lea; nine Gresham Cemetery. BEDFORD TOWNSHIP June L. (Slyfield) Wallace, 66 of Bedford Township, former­ ly of Nashville passed away Tuesday, July 2,1991 at Bron­ son Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo. Mrs. Wallace was bom June 1, 1925 in Alma, the daughter of Clyde and Hattie (Chapin) Slyfield. She moved to Battle Creek in 1985 coming from Nashville where she had lived for nine years. She graduated in 1943 from Alma High School, also graduated from Alma College with a bachelor degree in Elementary Educa­ tion. She had a teacher career in Grand Rapids, substitute teacher 10 years and had taught kindergarten at Maple Valley Elementary School in Nashville, retiring in 1988. She was married to Jack Wallace on November 14, 1970 in Vermontville. She was a member ofME A, Michigan Teachers Association and MESSA (Michigan Education Special Services Association) Sundown Squares square dance club. Glenn A. Mille BELLEVUE - Glenn A. Miller, 98 of 14010 Waubascon Road, Bellevue, passed away Saturday, July 6,1991 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Miller was bom June 30, 1893 in Lacey, the son of Arthur and Olive (Case) Miller. He was raised in the Lacey area and attended Briggs Elementary School. He was married to Dora M. Benedict in 1912 in Nashville. She died in 1967. He married Mabel Abbott in Armada in 1969. She died in 1987. He was a farmer and worked at the Hastings Sale Bam dealing in HOMETUWN! LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • • • • She enjoyed working on crafts, flower gardnening and travel­ ing with her husband. Mrs. Wallace is survived by her husband, Jack; five sons, Michael Barrette of Charlotte, Ronald Barrette of Phoenix, Arizona, Joseph Barrette, of Rockford, Robert Barrette of Battle Creek, Bryan Wallace ofCoalmount, Tennessee; five daughters, Catherine Atherton of Indianapolis, Indiana, Christine Carrigan ofLansing, Cynthia Gilson ofVermontvil­ le, Marjorie Goins of Chatta­ nooga, Tennessee, Charlotte Barrette, of Charlotte; 16 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father in 1951; mother, May of 1991; sister, Mary Jane Hamilton in 1981. Funeral services were held Friday, July 5 at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service with Reverend Leon W. White of Pennfield Presbyterian Church officiating. There was a private burial. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society. Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS livestock for many years. He bought wild horses in Wyom­ ing and transported them by rail to Hastings. Then he drove them down Main Street to the Old County Fairgrounds. He also worked for A.K. Zinn Company in Battle Geek and the W.K. Kellogg Company. He moved to Hale in 1941 and helped build a sale bam there and helped get the Iosco Coun­ ty Fair going. He was a stone mason and enjoyed laying field stone into his late years. He enjoyed working at yard sales and putting handles on old hand tools. He attended Assembly of God churches, Hale and Nashville. Mr. Miller is survived by daughters, Glenndora Clemens, Rose City; Marian Ellsworth, Hale; Thelma Youngs, Bellevue; Wilma Couch, Battle Creek; Lois Potter, Gladwin; sons, Dale Miller of Hastings, Glenn F. Miller of Hastings, Reverend Milboume Miller, Cartersville, Georgia, Royal Miller, Juddville, Nile Miller, Florida, Eldon Miller, Auburn Hills, Reverend Vernon Miller, Portage, Maynard Miller, Mendon and Merwyn Miller, Bellevue; 90 grandchildren, 150 great-grandchildren, espe­ cially Jacob Miller who was bom on his 98th birthday, 20 great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Floyd Miller and Clifton Miller, both of Hastings. He was also preceded in death by daughter Eleanor Frey; sons, Gordon and Wendell; sisters, Annie David­ son and Jeanette LeClear; brother, Orlie. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 9 at Nashville Baptist Church with Reverend Robert Taylor and Reverend Curtis McClain offi­ ciating. Burial will be at Ellis Cemetery, Assyria Township. Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home. Varsity Club to meet July 10 The Maple Valley Schools’ Varsity Club will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, at the home of Larry Filter, 209 Francis, Nashville. Club members will discuss the “Adopt-A-Highway” program. _____ LINDALE, TEXAS - Gary G. Roberts, 39 of Lindale, Texas passed away Thursday, June 27, 1991 at his home in Lindale, Texas. Mr. Roberts was bom on October 21,1951 inNashville, the son of Roy and Virginia Hoover Roberts. He graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1970. He was married to Debbie Girrett on April 29, 1989. Mr. Roberts was self employed in the H and R Fabri­ cations, owned by himself and good friend David Hooper. He was a faithfill member of the Prairie Creek Baptist Church in Lindale. Mr. Roberts is survived by his loving wife Debbie and step son Justin Novac, his father and mother Roy and Virginia Hoover Roberts; brother Lee Roberts and wife Joyce of Grandville; sisters Irene Ames and husband Russell of Brethren, Eunice Goodemoot and husband Rex of Lake Odessa, Margene Taylor and husband Jim of Normall, Illinois, Ruth Ann Hamilton and husband Dick of Middleville. Funeral services were held ■July 1 at the Prairie Creek Baptist Church in Lindale with Reverend John Offutt officiat­ ing. Burial was at Damascas Cemetery in Lindale. There will be a memorial service at the Zion Lutheran Church in Woodland, July 14 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements were made by Caudle-Rutledge Funeral Home. Kenneth W. Schutte ___ HASTINGS - Kenneth E. Schutte, 59 of 5500' Upton Road, Hastings, passed away Saturday, July 6,1991 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. Mr. Schutte was bom on April 1,1932 in Colfax Township, Wexford County, the son of Karl and Doris (Aiston) Schutte. He was raised in Meauwatata area and attended Mesick Schools. Moved to Battle Geek in 1950, to the Nashville area in 1960 and to his present address on Upton Road in 1975. He was married to Marian L. Humphrey on May 10, 1976. Mr. Schutte was employed at Kelloggs in Battle Creek for about 17 years and from 1974 until the present time as an orthopedic technician at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Mr. Schutte was also well known throughout the state as a horseman being engaged in horseshoeing, breeding and raising of horses. He was a member of the Michigan Farmers Hall of Fame organization at Prairieville. Mr. Schutte is survived by wife, Marian; son and wife, Michael and Sandy Schutte of Holt, son, Kenneth Schutte, Jr. of Dowling, son, Jeffery Schutte of Mason; stepdaughter and husband, Susan and Kim McNier of Kentwood, step-daughter and husband, Mary and Robert Portera of Kalamazoo; stepson and wife, Michael and Lori Harrison of Auburn Hills; eight grandchildren; three sisters, Phyllis Craig, Grace McIntyre, McIntyre, both both of of Traverse Traverse City, Betty Anderson of Mesick; brother, John Schutte of Mesick. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 10 at the Wren Funeral Home with Reverend Kenneth R. Vaught officiating. Burial will be at the Dowling Cemetery. Visitation will be-Tuesday, July 9 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society. Barry County Extension ^Calendar of Events J The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: July 9 - 4-H Poultry Expo, MSU. July 9 - 4-H Live Carcass Class evaluation, 7 p.m., BeefBam, fairgrounds. July 9-11 - 4-H Dairy Days and Livestock Expo, MSU. July 11 - Barry County Fair Board, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, fairgrounds. July 12-13 - 4-H Rabbit and Cavy Expo, MSU. July 13 - 4-H Rabbit and Cavy Expo, MSU. July 13 - 4-H Nonlivestock Judging 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Horse Bam, fairgrounds. July 15-20 - Barry County Fair Week! July 16-18 - Ag. Expo., MSU - Michigan’s Farm Show — Show hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs­ day, 9 a.m:-4 p.m. July 20 - State 4-H Dog Show, MSU. COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS gf! 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Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 4905£ P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 51 — Tuesday, July 16, 1991 School board studies new administrative post, residency rule by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter It isn’t a question of whether a second elementary principal is needed in Nashville, it’s a question of how to finance the plan. That was the consensus of the Maple Valley Board of Education at its July 8 meeting. The idea of hiring a prin­ cipal for Kellogg School to lighten the load carried by Principal Nancy Potter, who now must divide her time bet­ ween Fuller and Kellogg, sprang from the Long-range Planning Committee, an ad- visory panel of school and community volunteers. Superintendent Ozzie Parks presented the proposal to the board in behalf of the panel. “The committee recom­ mended that to improve in­ struction we should not have one person serving as prin­ cipal of both Kellogg and Fuller Street schools,” said Parks. “But we have a budget that is not balanced. It would be a situation where in the future you would have to fund this out of fund equity balance, ask the people to help you, or get help from the state.” Bonnie Leep, a newlyelected board trustee who was a member of the committee that formulated the proposal, said she favored the idea “if we had the money.” She said that over the years, duties of the dual principal have doubled. One of the motivations of the proposal was the hope that a new middle school concept might be approved in the near future. The committee “wanted the new principal to ‘drive’ the new middle school,” observed Trustee David Tuckey, a newlyelected board member who Vermontville may restructure village water-sewer charges by Susan Hinckley system is financed through StaffWriter FmHA. Vermontville’s base water The monthly base rates now and sewer rates could change are $2.50 for water and if a proposal considered at $10.25 for sewer, for a total Thursday’s meeting is approv-of $12.75. The proposal by ed, but users would see no in-the Water Committee would crease in their bills. realign this total by upping the The recommendation by the monthly water base fee to $6 council’s Water Committee and by dropping the sewer would help ease a budget base fee to $6.75. Charges for crunch in the water depart- per-gallon use would be unafment by drawing on a “flush” fected by the change. sewer fund. One of the press­ “No one’s water or sewer ing needs in the water depart- bill would increase (because ment, according to Trustee of this change),” said Wells. Nyle Wells, is to replace 72 “Basically it is just shifting water meters at a total cost of funds around.” about $4,000. Village Clerk Sharon “We have an immense Stewart said in so doing the amount of water meters that village “is not in any danger don’t work,,” said Wells, of not being able to meet our “But Farmers’ Home Ad- obligation (on the sewer inministration doesn’t want us debtedness).” She added that to charge that to the sewer the village has built a fund.” The village sewer tremendous reserve” in its sewer fund, with enough presently on hand to make payments for the next two years. There is no reserve in the water fund, she said. “We must only maintain enough in our sewer fund to make payments,” explained Stewart. “In a year’s time we can re-evaluate this to see if we are maintaining enough in that account.” Before any changes in the rate structure can be im­ plemented, a public hearing must be conducted. Council set the hearing for 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, preceding their next regularly scheduled meeting. In other action Thursday, the council opened sealed bids on several pieces of used village equipment and acSee Vermontville, page 2 also served on the citizens’ panel. “There needs to be a shuf­ fle, but first we need to find out if we’re going to have a new school,” commented Board President Harold Stewart. “Everyone agrees it needs to be done. It’s just a matter of how to finance it.” Stewart estimated that the cost ofan additional principal, counting salary and benefits, would run between $38,000 to $40,000 annually. Sandra Briggs and Laurie. Kipp, teachers at Kellogg School, both spoke in support of the proposal. Briggs said she favored it “not just because the middle school (issue) is coming up. I’ve seen the pressure and stress on administration, staff and students at Kellogg. We really need a person (in the principal’s post) at all times.” Kipp agreed, adding that teachers at Kellogg “need some relief.” Stewart referred the matter to the board’s Finance Com­ mittee for study. In another matter regarding administrators, the board con­ sidered a request from the local principals’ association for clarification of a current board policy that requires ad­ ministrators to live within the school district. No such rules apply to the teaching staff. “My personal feeling is that employment should be based on whether a person is doing the job or not, not where they live,” said Jr.-Sr. High Prinicpal Larry Lenz, who ad­ ded that “most administrators would want to live near the district.” He said the board should permit administrators to live Candidate appointed to M.V. School Board seat by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Lynn Mengyan ofNashville was appointed Monday to the Maple Valley Board of Education to fill a vacancy created by the resignation last month of William Flower, board president. Mengyan, a former teacher and pre-school administrator now employed by the state Department ofEducation, was an unsuccessful candiate in the June 10 school election. She lost her bid for a two-year post to David Tuckey of Vermontville. After taking her seat Mon­ day, Mengyan was elected board treasurer for the 1991-92 fiscal year. Harold Stewart, a trustee since 1988, was chosen as president; John Krolik, was named vice presi­ dent; and Bea Pino, secretary. Besides Mengyan, Pino and Tuckey, another new board member, Bonnie Leep, made her first official appearance Monday. Lynn Mengyan Was ap­ pointed by the Maple Valley school board Mon­ day to fill the vacancy created by the unexpected resignation of William Flower. Mengyan, an un­ successful candidate in the June 10 school election, was one of four applicants seeking to fill Flower's seat. Three applicants other than Mengyan had sought the seat vacated by Flower. They were James Heyboer of Nashville and Victoria Weiler and Thomas Torson, both of Vermontville. “They are all wonderful candidates,” said Leep, who nominated Mengyan for the post because “she went through the campaign.” Krolik agreed, saying he felt, “The person who ran and garnered (162) votes (in the recent election) should be considered.” Mengyan received a vote of support from all but Stewart. He abstained because he said he had not had an opportunity to learn enough about the other applicants. Letters of in­ terest from all four hopefuls were read to the board by Superintendent Ozzie Parks. Mengyan will serve until the next regularly scheduled election in June 1992. In other organizational business Monday, board com- mittees for the current fiscal year were named. Labor and Management will be headed by Mengyan; Facilities and Equipment by Tuckey; Policy and Curriculum, Pino; Tranportation, Ted Spoelstra; Public Relations, Leep; Athletic Council, Krolik; and Finance, Mengyan. First assignment for the Policy Committee was a pro­ posal by Dr. Parks that some current committee categories be realigned and renamed. He suggested adding Legislation to the Finance Committee; ad­ ding Food Service to Transportation; changing Policy and Curriculum to Curriculum and Staff Development; and turning Labor and Management into a Personnel and Policy committee. The policy committee will study the proposals and make a recommendation to the board at a later date. Harold Stewart was chosen as new president of the Maple Valley Board of Education at their organiza­ tional meeting July 8. He replaces William Flower, who resigned from the board last month. Stewart has served as a trustee since 1988. outside the district, but set a Lenz and Potter cited cases distance limit. He said the where the policy created hard­ association is “looking at a ships when newly-hired ad­ radius of 35 miles as a sugges­ ministrators were compelled tion,” and asked the board to to move into the district, but consider that idea. were unable to sell their Lenz said relaxing the pre­ former homes in nearby sent restriction would allow communities. the school to attract “more Stewart referred the matter and better people” when to the board’s Policy Commit­ hiring. tee for review and “I like to see teachers and recommendation. administrators live within the In other action, the board district,” observed Vice accepted the resignations of President John Krolik. But he William Rivest, assistant added that the board should Jr.-Sr. high school principal either say administators have and athletic director; his wife, to live in the district or they Holly Rivest, a Fuller Street don’t, and set no specific first-grade teacher; and Susan mileage limitations. Steffel, high school English “My own personal belief is teacher. that they should live within the The Rivests have accepted community,” said Stewart. postions in the Petoskey area He explained that the cur­ to be nearer family in the Up­ rent board policy “is a guide, per Peninusla, and Steffel will not the law" and exists to be teaching at Central “give us some continuity with See School board, page 2 the past.” In This Issue... • Nashville site plan approved • Twp. officials test infrastructure planning workbook • Public opinion sought on Nashville sidewalk project • Missionary to speak at Nashville church Sunday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 199i — Page 2 Ricky Skaggsto headline Eaton County Fair July 20-27 Popular. Grand Ole Opry star Ricky Skaggs will headline a full slate of grands­ tand shows at the Eaton Coun­ ty 4-H Fair, which starts Saturday, July 20, and runs through Saturday, July 27, at the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Skaggs will appear in two shows Monday evening, the first at 7 p.m. and the second one at 9 p.m. Other grandstand highlights throughout the week will in­ clude harness racing at noon Saturday and heavyweight harness pulls at 7 p.m. Hamess racing is also set for noon Sunday. Later, at 7 p.m., the Cooperative Church of Eaton Rapids will present a gospel music show. Monday, at 2 p.m., the Ronald McDonald show will thrill the youngsters, and the evening entertainment by Skaggs will please country­ western music fans. A tractor and truck pull is set for 7 p.m. Tuesday and again at the same time Wednesday. Quad and motor­ cycle moto-cross racing is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday. The Grand Eaton National Pedal Pull for children has been set for 3 p.m. Friday, and at 6 p.m. the four­ wheeled Mud Bog event pro­ mises to please the grandstand crowd. Saturday’s shows will feature a 9 a.m. antique trac­ tor pull. The USA demolition derby is set to start at 7 p.m. Saturday. Thursday is Market Livestock Day at the Eaton County Fair, with large animal sales commencing at 2 p.m. The sale of small School board studies new post, Michigan University. Lenz said he has begun advertising for a replacement for athletic director and assis­ tant principal. By Monday’s meeting he had already received 15 applications, but will seek more before inter­ views begin the end of this month. In other business Monday, the board: — Granted permission to post a job listing for a part­ time director of the school’s Chapter I reading program, with the estimated $7,000 an­ nual salary to come entirely from the account for the federally-funded program. — Asked Parks to research school security systems and make a recommendation at next meeting. The action was prompted by a June 19 break­ in at the high school in which entry was gained through a window. Only minor damage was done and little was taken, though all parts ofthe building Vermontville water-sewer rates under review, from front— cepted the highest bids as follows: Phil Seese, $1,200 for an Allis Chalmers in­ dustrial tractor; Jerry Stults, $150 for a straight sidewalk snowplow; Myron Shilling, $26 for a “V” sidewalk snowplow; and Nyle Wells, $102.52 for a Cub Cadet riding lawn mower. No bid was received on a power street broom. Also Thursday, the council: — Voted to turn over for prosecution for violation of the village’s junk ordinance six cases in which property owners have not responded to council communications ask­ ing for compliance. — Agreed to advertise for bids to be received by Aug. 1 for paving Round Lake Road to the village limit and some 2,000 feet of Lagoon Road. — Agreed that the village of Vermontville would join Nashville and the townships of Castleton, Maple Grove and Vermontville, in support m» uiiiiimuiiiauaoiain of a proposed drop site forr ■ Maple Valley Athletic Boosters B recyclables at Carl’s Market in Nashville, by contributing $$20 per month to the $100 ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA S haul-away fee for a one-year ■THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.b period. (See related story in " Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 ■ this issue.) I BINGO ■■■■riiiiiiiiaiitaiaiiiiiiiiin GOT THE SUMMERTIME Get a New Hair Style at. Styles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville WALK-INS WELCOME 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE .O.p.en..T.u.e.s..-Fn. Mountain Mist Quilt Batts Coats Zippers & Thread JHB Buttons 1/3 Off In Stock Patterns • McCall • Simplicity • And Kwik Sew 218 E. State St., Hastings Ph. 945-9673 HOURS: Mon. Thur*. 8-5:30; Fri. 8-7; SH. 9-5:30 Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up animals is set for 2 prm. Saturday. Daily gate admission for all ages is $5, except for senior citizens, who will pay $3. This fee covers not only park­ ing and entry to the fairgrounds and entitles the holder to ride any or all amusement rides on the midway. Crown Amusements will open its midway rides Monday. For additional information on the Eaton County 4-H fair, contact the fair office at 543-4510. from front p appeared to have been ex­ plored, according to Lenz. There was an apparent failure of the present alarm system, which Gerald Aldrich, transportation and facilities director, called “one of the oldest systems in the country.” — Chose Buhman’s Studio of Grand Rapids over JH Photographic of Nashville as the school’s photographer after a lengthy discussion of whether bid specifications had been equally solicited. Stewart said some students and parents had complained to him about Bultman’s prior service, but since the staff favored continuing business with the firm and Bultman’s offered several free services for the yearbook project, the board ageed to accept the bid of the Grand Rapids studio. — Agreed to pay $6,685 to Maple Valley Computer for equipment and services in­ volved in establishing a new technology lab. Arris Matrix of Hastings submitted a bid approximately $800 lower, but advantages offered by the local firm prompted the board to accept the recommendation of teachers Michael Schneiderhan and William Kipp to purchase the IBM system. — Approved an offer, sub­ ject to union approval, to pay approximately 20 Maple Valley teachers $50 per day for four days of in-service work involved in piloting an outcome-based education pro­ gram. Krolik said every staff member should be given an opportunity to participate in order to avoid possible labor grievances later. But the $4,200 budgeted for the train­ ing project, set to start Aug. 5, will pay for only about 20 participants, said Parks. — Appointed Donna Mahon as new assistant cook at Maplewood Elementary to replace Barbara Gagne, who was promoted to head cook when Pauline Dies retired last month. — Set a special meeting for 7 p.m. Monday, July 29, to review recommended priority goals and objectives for 1991-92; to conduct the re­ quired annual Truth in Taxa­ tion hearing; and to discuss hiring an emergency medical technician or other profes­ sional health aide for Jacob West of Nashville, a tracheotomy-dependent 4-year-old who will enter developmental kindergarten in the fall. Law requires the school provide an attendant, explained Parks. --Showing animals and other projects by 4-H youths will be highlights at the an­ nual Eaton County Fair, July 20-27. In this file photo of the 1990 fair, these weary young livestock exhibitors from Eaton Rapids found their pen of show hogs an ideal place for a sale-day siesta. Gun Mocker 3 on 3 basketball deadline set If you played on a winning team in this past weekend’s Gus Macker 3-on-3 Tourna­ ment, we would like to publish a team photo. Please send photo and rele- vant information to: Todd Tubergen, Sports Editor, PO Box 188, Hastings, MI 49058. Be sure to include names of team members, in order on photo. If no photo is available, call Todd Tubergen at 945-9554 to set up a shoot. Deadline for ALL photos is Friday, July 19. Obituaries _ NASHVILLE, - Ellen E. Hardart, 77, of5171 Banyville Road, Nashville passed away Friday, July 12, 1991 at her residence. Mrs. Hardart was bom on February 1, 1914 in Hastings, the daughter ofMax and Mary (Sparks) Eck. She was raised and attended school in Hast­ ings graduating from Normal College with a teaching certificate. She was married to Frank Hardart in Hastings. She was a home maker who enjoyed sewing and knitting. She was a member of Nashville Church of Nazarene. Mrs. Hardart is survived by her son, Douglas Hardart and a daughter, Nelle Hardart both of Nashville. She was preceded in death ___ be her husband, Frank Hardart. Memorial services will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday July 18 at The Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home. Burial will be in Hast­ ings Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Masonic Home in Alma. ___ BELLEVUE - Edgar R. (Ray) Wall, 77 of 4380 Fruin Road, Bellevue, passed away Monday, July 8, 1991 at Borgess Hospital, Kalamazoo. Mr. Wall was bom on Janu­ ary 29,1914 in Mears, the son of- Clayton and Ida (Robins) Wall. He was raised in Dighton by his mother and step-father Matt Jacobs where they owned a store and attended school in Dighton. He served in the United States Army. He was married to Jessie Belle Patten on November 23, IN MEMORIAM In memory of June Wallace. TOMORROW Tomorrow is a special day for you and me in each and every way. Tomorrow is very kind to us for we always will have love inside of us. Tomorrow the sun Will shine in our hearts for the love bums bright Tomorrow, Tomorrow. Tomorrow is wonderful in many many ways. Tomorrow, Tomorrow. Tomorrow may come near or far but we always know it will be in our hearts. So we all must look forward to tomorrow and all the many gifts it may bring. Tomorrow, tomorrow, tomorrow. I love you grandma, Love Autum 1939 in Grand Rapids, she died in December 29, 1984. He retired from Pennock Hospital 12 years ago. He enjoyed fishing and could catch fish out of a rain barrel. He loved his dogs, Susie and Sasha and his cat Jake. Mr. Wall is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Bill (Dale Ann) of Nashville, Don (Donna) of Cloverdale; daughters, Barb Kilbourn of Battle Creek, Mrs. Steve (Joyce) Tuttle of Athens, Mrs. Randy (Jean) Scott of Gales­ burg, Mrs. Dan (Kathy) Allen of Lacey; 18 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; sister, Leah Fralick of Greenville. He was preceded in death by his wifi;, Jessie; daughter, Mary Lou in 1945; mother Ida Jacobs, March 15, 1990. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 11 at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funer­ al Home with Reverend Douglas Huntington officiat­ ing. Burial was in Barryville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International. CC I'Ve now have Mylar & Latex BALLOONS ...for all occasions Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville Phone — 852-2050 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1991 — Page 3 Finnish exchange student enjoys life in Nashville &£■' ‘‘ Sfe fe*^ *s Millie jei * W £**k £* *j Piia Viljanen (front left) is seen with her Nashville hosts, the Furlong family: Cindy (front, right) and (back row, from left) Priscill.a with baby Daniel, Sue, and Rich. Piia is the third Finnish student the Furlongs havehosted. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Americans are very friend­ ly, swimming beaches are great, demolition derbies are exciting, and summer here is “too hot,” says a 17-year-old Finnish student spending six weeks with the Sue Furlong family of Nashville. Piia Vilijanen arrived in the U.S. in late June on a Finn Air flight of students bound for points in the U.S., Canada and Mexico under the Lions Club International Youth Ex­ change program. She is the third Finnish student the Furlongs have hosted. Piia hails from Kemi, a coastal city of 26,000 on the Gulf of Bothnia in northern Finland. With a location only about 100 miles south of the Arctic Circle, summertime temperatures there are not nearly as warm as they are in Cooking up a batch of pulla for her host family was fun for Piia Viljanen. The Finnish treat is similar to American cinnamon rolls. Michigan. “It is really hot here,” observed Piia, after landing in Detroit in 85-degree temperatures. She said that at home, mid-summer temperatures average about 60 degrees. Local recycling site plan wins final approval 1,1 * Ihltyifa ,WI Qiptldtita fig falMltii istete «* Writ (rii h it nit tfa trt Banta (fillip* tjriit ptit'piw® kjj cca, &sA ; toylrf*' J JrtWfi r ’ * ; J! w*S3 1w11 ®* ® *Sii 3 ft *5 by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A proposed Nashville drop site for recyclables is one step closer to reality after a deci­ sion Thursday by Vermont­ ville Village Council to back the program. Ron Ohler, chairman of a citizens committee responsi­ ble for implementing the pro­ posal, said he appreciates Vermontville’s vote of support. Vermontville was the final one of five local governmental units to agree to .sponsor the project by splitting the total monthly haul-away cost of $100. Each entity has agreed to pay $20 per month for the first year. Vermontville joins the village of Nashville and the townships of Castleton, Maple Grove and Vermontville in support of the plan to locate a 24-hour per day, seven-dayper-week drop site at Carl’s Market in Nashville. The move to establish such a site originated with Ted Spoelstra, Nashville President Pro Tem, said Ohler. Spoelstra’s suggestion was first made last November to the Nashville Village Council, where preliminary ground­ work was laid. Jane Norton of the non­ profit organization Recycling in Barry County (RiBC), and Ken Neil, owner of Hastings Sanitary Service, met with the Nashville council and local representatives in several planning sessions. Containers for various recyclables, including plastic, glass and aluminum, will be provided by Hastings Sanitary Service. That firm also has agreed to haul away the materials as often as necessary. For these services HSS will charge only $100 a month, but will receive in­ come from sale of the recyclables. Ohler told Vermontville of­ ficials Thursday that the pre­ sent Transfer and Recycling Center located on Casgrove Street in Nashville and sup­ ported by that village and the townships of Castleton and Maple Grove, cannot handle the current volume of recyclables because it operates only one day a week. “The present center has had to hire extra help for Satur­ days because of the recyclables,” said Ohler. “A lot of people from Vermont­ ville are presently using the center.” Carl’s Market was chosen for the new drop site because of its convenient location. Ohler said instruction signs regarding deposits at the un­ manned center will be provid­ ed by RiBC. He also reported that a proposal presented last school year on behalf of the National Honor Society pledged The help of Maple Valley student volunteers to help police the new site if it were established at Carl’S Market. Carol Jones Dwyer, a Nashville village trustee who also is serving on the recycl­ ing committee, said Friday she was very pleased that all five Units of government have Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family I OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. Owner Diana Kuempel 852-9481; now given their approval to the drop site proposal. “There seems to be a lot more excitement out there for recycling than we had thought,” noted Dwyer. The next step, said Dwyer, will be for committee representatives to meet with Neil and Norton to finalize facility plans. The committee also will contact heads of the five supporting governmental units to seek their ideas on establishing an authority for the project and naming a volunteer coordinator. Spoelstra has said he would take responsibility for seeing that the site is kept in a clean and orderly manner, a stipula­ tion set by the owners of Carl’s Market in their agree­ ment to provide a spot for the site. Dwyer said she has learned ofa small grant available from Eaton County that could pay for a screening fence for the drop site. She said that even though the proposed Nashville site is in Barry County, it is considered eligible for the grant because of the number of Eaton County residents who would be using the facility. All governmental units will sign a resolution of support for one year, said Dwyer, an attorney who has helped the committee draft the document. “This is a one-year trial to see if it will work,” Ohler told the Vermontville council Thursday. “There is no re­ quirement after one year to stay with it.” Les’ Service, Vermont­ ville’s current refuse hauler, has been picking up recyclables along with curb­ side garbage since April, said Village President Sue Villanueva, but she favored giving the drop site proposal the go-ahead for one year. The council concurred on a 4-1 vote, with two absent. Dwyer said she expects the drop site to be operational by the first of September. Summary CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING July 10, 1991 Fund Balances: General Fund Rec. $25,288.20, Disb. $6,401.93, Ending Bal. $82,106.18, Block Grant Bal. $26,470.31; Fire Vat. Bal. $48,869.05; Amb. Vol. Bal. $53,148.99; Twp. Imp. Bal. $48,748.89; PPC#1 $507,38, #2, $122.09. Bills approved: Twp. Imp. Michigan Chloride $2247.30 and $2247.30; Gen Fund: M.V. News $33.00; Arris Matrix $1950.00; St. of Mi. $280.47; H.C. Bank $637.84; J.W. Cooley $998.60; J. Jarvie $510.02; L. Pix­ ley $496.17; N. Rasey $90.00; W. Wilson $90.00; M. Meade $375.00; Cons. Pow. $39.66; Vil. of Nash. $15.88; Ml Bell $27.83; M.V. News $18.00; C/M.G./N fire $3250.00; C/M.G./N. Recycle $1000.00; C/M/G./N. Amb. $2000.00; C.D.B.G. $500.00; Hastings. Office Supp. $2'i .96; Twp. Imp. Fund $20,000.00. Block Grant: Bixby $12.00; State of Ml $277.11; H.C. Bank $654.00; C. Barth $1406.63; De. & Miller Painting $890.00; B.C. Reg. Deeds $11.00; M.V. News $26.60. Action taken: Approval of PAI 16 Farmland agree­ ment application for David and Brenda Chase; Castleton Township will not hold Truth in Taxation Hearing. It’s different there,” sheadded. “It’s always windy.” Also, towns in the U.S. are smaller than in Finland, where municipalities tend to be larger, and it seems more Americans own their own homes, observed Piia. In her country,-many people live in apartments, she said. Piia’s father works at a paper mill; her mother is a schoolteacher. She has a brother, 14, and a one-yearold dog, a Spitz name Juju who does tricks. In the U.S., Piia would be a junior in high school. Since her arrival she has at­ tended a Whitney Houston concert at East Lansing, en­ joyed the beach at Gun Lake, toured a car show in Marshall and went “cruising” down Main Street there, and witnessed a demolition derby at the Lake Odessa fair. “That (derby) was special for me because I haven’t seen (anything like) it before,” said the visitor. Her host family also hopes to take her to Sea World and to Cedar Point before she returns to Finland in early August. This week she will spend a few days in Flint as the guest of an American girl that Piia’s family hosted a few years ago. The Flint girl and another from Costa Rica, who also was a guest of the Viljanens, were on tour in Finland with the American Waterways Wind Orchestra. Piia said she is extremely impressed by the friendliness of Americans. She said that at Pleasantville Church near Lacey, where the Furlongs at­ tend, “everyone came up to me and asked me about Finland. I liked that. In Finland people don’t talk to strangers so much.” 7th Annual Nashville LIONS CLUB Golf Tournament — 2 PERSON SCRAMBLE— Saturday, July 27 • S9:00 AM Starting Time at MULBERRY FORE Sign up at the Golf Course or Phone 852-0760 for details & to enter. Something To ThinkAbout DAVID D. ROSIER DIRECTOR BURIAL BENEFITS Many people are mem­ responsibility know how bers of a lodge, fraternal much you have, and with group, or union that pro­ what organizalion(s). If there is a discrepancy vides a lump-sum death benefit to pay funeral costs. between benefits and costs, These organizations have you must decide whether such "burial benefits” as your survivors need any ad­ one of their membership ditional special funds. The fringe benefits. The money advantage of taking care of can range from as low as the funeral and burial costs $100 to amounts covering now is that you spare your the total costs, as in the case survivors one more imme­ of many unions. diate burden during a dif­ If you arc a member of ficult time. such a group, or groups, you still may not know whether or not there arc ROSIER FUNERAL HOME such benefits or what they Mapes-Fisher Chapel amount to. Check now to 193 Jackson St. find out. Then, let whom­ Tel: (517) 566-8141 ever may be taking the Dedicated to those we serve. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past By Susan Hinckley Berryville Church celebrated its 50th anniversary in 1928 The Golden Anniversary of minister who is now residing the Methodist Church at Bar- at Climax, gave a briefbut in­ ryville (now Peace United teresting talk. Then came the part in which Methodist Church) was all partook and thoroughly en­ celebrated on July 15, 63 joyed — the fellowship din­ years ago. Reports of this and other ner. A bounteous dinner was stories of the day appeared in served and an hour of visiting The Nashville News of July was greatly enjoyed. Mr. Frank Caley of Nashville 19, 1928. donated the coffee for the Fiftieh anniversary of the dinner. At two o’clock the people Barryville Church An enjoyable, educational were entertained by a selec­ and spiritual day was found by tion by the S. S. Orchestra, all who attended the 50th an­ which also played for the song niversary of the Barryville service that followed. After the song service, church Sunday, July 15. The weather was in perfect greetings were given from harmony with the beautiful neighboring churches and spirit of the day. The church, friends. which was recently Congressman J. C. Ket­ redecorated, was beautifully cham, a former Maple Grove adorned with ferns and boy, gave fitting words of flowers. One lovely basket of greeting and of congratulation flowers was presented by to the faithful workers. Mrs. Bertha Wilcox of Rev. Gillett introduced Dr. Freeman, president of Adrian Hastings. At 10:30, the congregation College, who gave a stirring very reverently joined in sing­ educational address. ing. This was followed by Rev. Gillett then thanked all prayer by the Rev. Gillett. who had had a part in the The scripture lesson was then day’s program and invited all read, followed by a prayer by to come again end reminded the Rev. Willitts, a former the young people that from pastor. flow on the responsibility and Rev. Gillett, in a few fitting progressiveness of the church words, very graciously rested on them — the younger welcomed the guests... A generation... brief but interesting historical paper was nicely given by Farm home burns Mrs. W. N. DeVine. In it she Saturday the house on the traced the development of the Lowell Fisher farm on die church from the time it was county line six miles north of organized in the little Old Nashville was destroyed by schoolhouse in 1878 to the fire. present day. She also told of The Fisher family was staythe numerous organizations ing with Mrs. Fisher’s sister, formed in die church and Mrs. V. S. Knoll, at the time, mentioned all past preachers. and as the blaze, which was of Mrs. Willis Lathrop gave mysterious origin, broke out an interesting reminiscence of in the early hours ofthe mornrevival meetings. She told of ing, it had gained considerable the various meetings held and headway when it was ofthe evangelists who assisted discovered by the neighbors. Mr. Fisher was promptly in the revivals. A quartet, consisting ofAr­ notified and an alarm turned thur Lathrop, Heber Foster, in to the neighboring towns. Ruth Mudge and Geneva The fire trucks from Nashville Brumm, sang a pretty song, and Vermontville and a after which Lloyd Mead (one chemical pump from of the Barryville boys) gave a Woodland responded quickly, talk concerning his past ex­ but the dwelling was so nearly periences and of his feelings consumed by the flames that it for his old home church, and was impossible to save any of his desires for service to part of it. others. This was followed by The neighbors salvaged a an appropriate solo by Mrs. piano and a few household Nelson Brumm. goods, but the balance is a Mrs. Gould, a former total loss. Mr. Fisher carried insurance in the Barry & Eaton Company. New Tire and Battery Shop at South End The Brass Tire & Battery Co. of Hastings has leased the south rooms of the F. A. Meyers hotel building on South Main Street and opened for business last week. They specialize in Goodyear tires, Willard batteries and R.C.A. radios and supplies, and will do battery repairing and charging and tire vulcanizing. Ralph Townsend of Hastings is the manager ofthe Nashville branch and is ready to render thoroughly satisfac­ tory service to local motorists. Caution to our citizens A recent examination by the state board of health of the water in our city mains disclosed the discomforting fact that the water is con­ taminated with typhoid fever bacillus. , With these conditions ex­ isting it would be well for those who have heretofore us­ ed the city water for washing vegetables and for bath pur­ poses to refrain from doing so in the future unless the water is first boiled. Likewise there is danger in the children and others swimming in the river. We urge that care be taken in the use of city water during the summer months. Fine orchestra at As-KaSaw Managers Cole & Wade gave a free introductory dance at their mammoth As-Ka-Saw pavilion at Thomapple Lake Tuesday evening for the purpose of introducing to their friends and patrons their new orchestra, Arnold Frank and his University Orchestra „of Chicago. There are eight musicians in this organization, and all of them are artists. The opening party was attedned by a crowd that taxed the capacity of the big pavilion, and all were loud in their praises ofthe splendid music furnished by Mr. Frank and his entertainers. The University Orchestra will remain at As-Ka-Saw pavilion for the rest of the season, and dancing parties Swimming in the Thornapple River was considered dangerous after state health officials declared in 1928 that Nashville's municipal water supply was con­ taminated with typhoid bacillus. In those days, village water (intended for non­ consumptive use) was drawn directly from the river. Residential wells provided drinking water. In this circa-1915 photo, a diver plunges into the river while two other swimmers scale the old Main Street bridge to a diving perch while other youngsters look on. will be given every evening except Mondays. Home Restaurant into the Be­ ment building, two doors south of the post office. — Clarence Miller returned Local News — The Clover Leaf Club to his work in Chicago Thurs­ held their July meeting at the day morning after a two home of Stella Purchiss Fri­ weeks vacation with the home day evening, with Mildred folks. Mater assisting. This meeting — Adolph Douse Jr. at­ proved to be a delightful tended the annual Press Boys’ garden party. The lawn was Picnic at Ramona (Park), bright with lights and dotted Grand Rapids, accompanied with tables, each having a by the four delivery boys from lovely centerpiece of cut here. flowers. After the business — Miss Pauline Fumiss is meeting, the ladies gathered at spending several days this the tables and enjoyed week in Lansing, visiting themselves in a series of many of her acquaintances games. Later, dainty during the time she attended M.S.C. refreshments were served. - — Mr. and Mrs. Donald — H. D. Wotting, E. A. Hannemann and Menno Hill of Battle Creek spent the Wenger were in Detroit the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. fore part ofthe week attending Phil Penfold and family. Pearl the big triennial Knights returned home with them for a Templar conclave. They were visit. — Clark Titmarsh is taking accompanied by their wives, and Mrs. Florence Hale, who his vacation from the Glasgow will visit relatives and friends hardware. — Porter Kinne is giving while there. — Welby Crockford and his residence a new coat of family , of Woodland, John paint. — Carl Lentz and family Higdon and wife of Barryville and Charles Higdon and fami­ are camping at Wall Lake. ly ofNashville returned home Carl drives back and forth to his work. last week from a month’s — E. L. Schantz has motor trip through the west. — Earl Culp, who was a resumed his work at the State former Nashville school stu­ Savings Bank, having gone dent, is here from Abilene, back last Wednesday after an Ind., for his vacation and is absence of several weeks. — Mr. and Mrs. Robert making his headquarters at the Belson Bakery, where he Townsend, who have been spending the past two weeks formerly worked. at the Townsend cottage at — Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Camcross have moved their Thomapple Lake, returned to their home in Toledo Sunday. — The Standard Oil people are installing two more large storage tanks on their property on East Sherman street. — Mrs. Clarence Biggs entertained Monday 12 little girls in honor of Genevieve’s birthday. Ice cream and cake were served and all departed wishing her many more happy birthdays. — Farmers have been hav­ ing great weather the past week or so for harvesting their hay and wheat crops. A number of fields are already in the shock. — (Martin Corners) Several from here attended the circus in Hastings last Fri­ day. Those who did not attend did not miss much. — (Kalamo) The band con­ cert Friday night was well attended. — (South Maple Grove) Eber Hoffman and friend spent a few days at Peter Hof­ fman’s last week, helping in the haying. — (North Irish Street) An­ drew Dooling had a swarm of bees light in an apple tree, but didn’t have a hive to put them in. — (Striker District) At last, one coat of gravel is on our road and they are spreading the second course.- Others are putting up guard rails and finishing gutters. — (Southwest Maple Grove) The stork has made several trips in this vicinity recently, leaving a daughter at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Continued on next page— Farmers were enjoying great weather for harvesting their hay and wheat crops in mid-July 1928, and a number of fields of wheat were "already in the shock," reported The Nashville News. "There's some work in the country," noted a rural correspondent to the News. In this early 1900s photo, a threshing crew stands ready for the harvest at the old Phil Garlinger farm on Thornapple Lake Road. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1991 — Page 5 Eaton County 4-Her's honored at State Awards Program at MSU Nine Eaton County 4-H’ers were honored for outstanding achievements at the 1991 Michigan 4-H Awards Pro­ gram June 20 at Michigan State University. is a state winner in natural resources and will travel to Chicago in the fall to compete at the national level. They were among 240 district winners selected to represent more than 224,000 4-H participants from throughout Michigan. Each 4-H’er was selected on the basis of his or her ac­ complishments in project work, leadership and com­ munity service. Becca Wilford, of Sunfield, Orin Cole July 1, a daughter for Mr. and Mrs. Vem Ham­ mond last week, and a son at Leland Goodson’s Monday, July 9. — (Moore District) Mrs. Belle Norton has a new Essex six. — (Dayton Comers) Miss Helen Slocum is working for Mrs. Boyd Olsen in Nashville. fitness and nutrition, and Howard Troutner of Eaton Rapids for his safety project. Also competing were Justin First alternate placings went to Dan Pennington of Charlotte in dairy; Krista McGuire of Olivet for foods, Memories of the past, Sivyer of Mulliken in photography; Jolene Penn­ ington of Charlotte in agriculture; Amber Mead of Sunfield, crafts; Autumn Mead of Sunfield, sheep; and Kimberly Yesh of Bellevue, leisure education. Club met with Mrs. Viola Hagerman at Mary Lane Park July 11 to help her celebrate her birthday. A bountiful din­ ner was served at noon. After the business meeting, Mesdames' Grover Marshall and Frank Norton entertained with a program of games. After the program, a number went swimming and wading while the others tooks pic- tures. It was a day to long remember by all present. Mrs. Lena DeBolt will enter­ tain the club on her birthday, July 25. — (Moore District) Clarence Martz brought home his separator from his former home near Coats Grove Mon­ day, and expects to be ready to do threshing in the near future. continued from previous page school grounds. — (Southwest Maple Grove) There are 10 girls in the recently organized cann­ ing club. Louise Kidder is president and Edith McIntyre vice president. — (Barnes District) Eldon Sears has taken the milk route of Paul Mix. — (Maple Grove Center) The Maple Grove Birthday — (West Vermontville) Mr. and Mrs. George Neal and children of Flint, Mrs. Ross Young and daughter of North Bay, Canada, Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Weeks and family of Grand Ledge, and Mrs. M. J. Weeks and daughter of Charlotte visited at the Roy Weeks’ Sunday, and all had a picnic dinner at the Chance Mace Pharmacy HOMETOWN 219 N. Main Street LUMBER YARD Only one life — will soon be past 219 S. State St. NASHVILLE Only what's donefor Christ will last. 852-0845 Nashville, Mich. HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 852-0882 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. HOME COOKING ATITS BEST Trowbridge Service Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices AUTO SERVICE CENTER 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 YOUR HOUSE OF WORSHIP IS 20 DEGREES COOLER INSIDE REALTOR" WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE ELSIE E. WOLEVER BROKER RES. 126 S. Main St. Nashville, Ml. 49073 (517) 726-0637 Office (517) 852*1501 GOODTIME PIZZA 119 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; Sunday 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. lias the midsummer heat been getting you down? Not to mention the humidity factor, which can only add to the oppres­ siveness of the soaring temperatures. Of course, being a sensible person, you dress right, live right and do what you can to offset the discomforts of the season. You spend as much time as your lifestyle will allow in air conditioned places, and maybe at the of swimmin' hole. However, there is one more place you might add to your itinerary in search of a pleasant environment— your House of Worship. More than just a haven of refuge from the heat, it's a place for all seasons. However, in summer the only warmth you will feel there is the com­ forting assurance that God's love is with you all the year 'round, no matter what it says on the thermometer. 'To every thing there is a season, and a time to every jturpose under the heaven." — Ecclesiastes 3:1 How God comes to thee...and all times are his seasons. —John Donne Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass ......... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School .... 10a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... 11a.m. P.M. Worship........ ..6p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR R axo.4 ai'-U Sunday School ...... 10 Morn. Worship 11 Evening Service ...... 6 Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. > p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E; SMITH 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 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. • REV. RICHARD YOUNG QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:30 a.m. Worship.............. 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School....... A.M. Service ...... P.M. Service ...... Wed. Service ..... 9:45 a.m. .... 11 a.m. ..... 7 p.m. ..7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE HAZARENE Jack & Judy a Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE PH. 852-1551 HECKER Agency 225 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN Telephone: 852-9680 Furions Heatins SALES & SERVICE 9975 Thornapple Lake Road FURNACE SALES & REPAIR Also ... Refrigerator, Freezer and Air Conditioner Repair — 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE — Earl Furlong PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship Sun. School . .9:30 a.m. 1:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE 852-9728 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service ......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO 301 Fuller St., Nashville FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............11Ia.m. P.M. Worship.:........... 7p| .m. Wednesday Evening Worship 7pI .m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ......11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN REV. ALAN METTLER OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6 A.M. to 8 P.M. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1991 — Page 6 Jaycees plan miniature golf fund-raiser for Jacob West Missionary to West Africa to speak The Rev. David Hollis, newly appointed Assemblies ofGod missionary to the Cape Verde Islands, will speak at the Nashville Assembly of God on Sunday, July 21, at 11 a.m., according to the Rev., Robert Taylor, pastor. Hollis and his wife, Jen­ nifer, have always had a heart for missions. As a teen-ager, he said he experienced a vi­ sion of a sea of black faces and felt that God would one day lead him to the mission field. However, that goal was not realized for a number of years, as he found his ministry taking several different tracks. Educational preparation was gained at two different colleges, and ministerial ex­ perience was earned through three pastorates. Hollis got a taste of missions work when he took a team ofvolunteers to Saarbrucken, West Germany, to assist missionary Paul Clark in completing a church. At a ministers’ conference in January 1990, David and Jennifer heard a message that challenged them anew to give their all to God. They felt this was God’s signal to pursue missionary appointment. The Cape Verde Islands lie about 400 miles west of Senegal, West Africa. The 15 islands cover a total area about the size of the state of Rhode Island. Geographically, the islands are volcanic in origin and stark in appearance. About 350,000 people live on the islands. The population is predominantly Roman Catholic, and Portuguese is the national language. David and Jennifer, with their three children, will be the first Assemblies of God missionaries to reach out to this comer of the world. Since about 60 percent of the population is under 20 years of age, children’s ministry and youth evangelism will form an im­ portant part of their ministry. The Assemblies of God plans to supplement their efforts by targeting the islands in 1991 with a task force evangelism team that will conduct crusades and help establish churches. “The fact that this is a new field for the Assemblies of God means much prayer will be needed to build a good foundation,” David said. He and Jennifer will share their burden for the Cape Verde Islands at this special missions service on July 21. The public is invited to attend. The Nashville Assembly of God is located at 735 Reed St. Young and old alike are in­ vited to Captain Lucky's Miniature Golf course, 1907 S. Bedford Road in Hastings Saturday, July 27, from 7 to 9 p.m. for a miniature golf tournament sponsored by the Hastings Jaycees. Proceeds from the event will be used to help purchase a "Touch Talker" for Jacob West, a 4-year old Nashville boy who has a rare birth defect that prevents him from talking. The entry fee for Saturday's tournament is $5 for adults and $2.50 for children under 16 years old. To pre-register call Captain Lucky's at 945-4997 or come the day of the tournament and receive a tee time. For more information, call Gene Gorczyca at 948-8091. Jacob West (at right) sinks a putt at Captain Lucky's Miniature Golf Course near Hastings. Twp. officials to test infrastructure planning workbook Many rural townships have limited funds for infrastruc- ture maintenance and unprovements and limited access FAMILY HAIR CARE at Village Hair Port MEN'S-WOMEN'S CHILDREN'S 470 E, Main Vermontville Call for Appointment 726-0257 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate to professional planning assistance. Most handle such issues as road and street repair, drainage im­ provements and culvert maintenance with minimal long-range planning or analysis. Allen Krizek, Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice Director, identified the need to assist rural townships several years ago and initiated an infrastructure evaluation project in Eaton County’s Sunfield Township with sup­ port from the Local Leader­ ship and Government Educa­ tion Project (LLGE). The Eaton County planner, equalization director and road and drain commissioners helped him compile an inven­ tory of the township’s in- MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN "ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available $40,900!! NASHVILLE ■ 4 bedroom well cared for home - Hardwood floors, on large double lot with a 2-story garage. Priced right! (N-380) NEAR MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL ON 7 ACRES - 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, 1987 Redman Manufactured Home. Out­ buildings & fruit trees. 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This information will be in­ ventoried and evaluated to help governmental officials set priorities for repair and maintenance schedules. “In the long run, carefully prepared maps and informa­ tion will also help officials make policy decisions that will allow them to realize their visions for their com­ munities,” Krizek said. “But training and education are still needed to help guide them as they interpret and evaluate the information that’s been collected.” Krizek and County Planner Dennis Dunnigan presented the maps that had been prepared to the Sunfield Township Board during a special meeting April 15. They pointed out Sunfield’s strong agricultural potential and discussed various agricultural zoning methods. Dunnigan reviewed the county drain map and describ­ ed the structures in need of immediate attention. He sug­ gested an active prioritization schedule for drain, culvert and bridge maintenance that should include repairing main drain system before branch Local woman to speak to diabetes association— New Maple Valley Board of Education member Lynn Mengyan will be guest speaker at the Ionia County Chapter of the American Diabetes Association bi­ monthly educational meeting in Belding July 23 at 7:30 p.m. “Vocational Certification for Persons With Diabetes: How Being Certified Can Help You Get a Job” will be the topic of the discussion. Mengyan is with the Depart­ ment of Education, Michigan Rehabilitation, Services of Grand Rapids. The meeting will be held at the Independent Bank — Belding Branch in the Com­ munity Room. Sugar-free refreshments will be served, and free literature is available. The meeting is open to anyone interested in diabetes. For more information, con­ tact Chapter President Harry Wright at 642-9522. drains and working to avoid silt buildup. Krizek displayed road maps highlighting the roads most in need of repair. He explained the code system that was used to distinguish between bad, poor and fair roads and sug­ gested that the township should adopt a five-year, pro­ active road repair plan, rather than responding to complaints. “There is a distinct need for us to establish a policy of growth, whether it’s agricultural, residential, com­ mercial or industrial,” said Krizek. “In order for positive growth to take place, we need to begin looking at the future of our township now.” To help other rural townships deal with similar planning needs, Krizek and Eaton County officials sug­ gested the development of an infrastructure evaluation workbook for roads, drains, bridges and culverts that could be used across the county and the state. The workbook will establish a process to help township officials objectively evaluate project needs and re­ quests so that township funds can be used to effectively ad­ dress the most urgent needs. Financial support from the LLGE Project will enable this group to contract with a plan­ ning consultant for profes­ sional services in developing the workbook, which will be tested in Sunfield Township. Several associations will be approached and asked to col­ laborate on input for the workbook, including profes­ sional organizations represen­ ting drain commissioners, road commissioners and township associations. The workbook will provide alternatives for developing necessary infrastructure in­ ventories and evaluations. Three alternatives will be presented, including a thorough technical approach requiring professional plann­ ing, engineering or computer assistance. A less precise method uses existing county data and expertise, regional planning agencies private con­ sultants and others, and the third option provides a basic evaluation using public input such as visual observations and knowledge. Sections of the workbook, when completed, will be com­ piled into a summary that may be used to stimulate public in­ terest and involvement with township board members to develop plans for the future. Now Open Evenings 6 EVENINGS A WEEK Monday-Saturday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. VALUABLE COUPON*" iller Ice Cream Tjj Cone.. .with every ^dinner purchase after \ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1991 — Page 7 Public opinion sought for Nashville sidewalk project ■ *hi k*2*^ j.1* a®®#®, a :cj **«Bi ■sf "WBat j 1'1 JJ'pttMpii i» **5 ir ®SJ BE®.. f ; pt ®b il nbii ,rik*®stik t K !®*i. Kfci I , _. '-KWijs BKilsps DUSSEIU * aaiansra . 1 XEKEpSS ' BEaKul * tonsils 1 j raaiHi®iB ** ail id tai by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Faced with more sidewalk replacement needs than money at hand, the Nashville Village Council Thursday voted to schedule a public hearing to get some advice from property owners. The hearing has been set for 7 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at council chambers. “Should we do the job piecemeal or all at once?’’ asked Village President Ray Hinckley. He explained that in June the council allocated one mill ofits street department budget to a special fund for sidewalk replacement, generating about $9,750 for the project. But this is not enough to replace all the sidewalks in town that need attention. Under present procedure, homeowners must bear half ,ff the cost for replacement of sidewalks in front oftheir pro­ perties. Hinckley estimated the cost of a sidewalk fronting a typical 55-foot-wide lot would run about $400, half of which must be borne by the owner. The problem, he said, is that homeowners often do not pay this assessment “up front,” but rather remit on an installment plan, which means that the village initially would have to foot the entire bill of the contractor, creating a cash flow problem. “I’m not sure that taxpayers at large should pay for those who can afford to pay (their assessment now),” offered Trustee Carol Jones Dywer. “We should not make a deci­ sion (about sidewalk replace­ ment) based on cash flow.” Ifhomeowners all paid their assessments at the time of the project, about $20,000 worth of sidewalks could be done at once, explained Hinckley. But if the village must foot the contractor’s bill and wait for payments from homeowners, only about $10,000 can now be spent on sidewalk replacement. Village Clerk Rose Heaton suggested using the approx­ imately $10,000 sidewalk fund for repairs the first year, then collecting homeowners’ assessments before next fiscal year and adding them to a se­ cond annual village alloca­ tion, which would give $20,000 to the project next year. But Dwyer questioned the idleness of money collected from homeowners during the interim, and suggested that the council “make sort of a non­ binding agreement as to what we are going to do next year.” Should the council start inone end of town and replace sidewalks systematically or ferret out the worst cases and replace them first? This is the question officials will ask the public in an attempt to establish guidelines. In other business Thursday, the council approved a 1991-1992 budget -for Lakeview Cemetery. The spending plan was prepared by the cemetery board after village auditor John Walker of Walker & Fluke, CPAs of Hastings, criticized lack of a cemetery budget at a council meeting in June. He told council members they should insist that the cemetery board submit an annual budget for approval. In the budget presented Thursday, anticipated receipts for the fiscal year are Homemakers Day at the Eaton Fair is July 26 “Beauty’n Wood” will be terned after an authentic the theme of this year’s circa-1916 model. Hundreds Homemakers Day activities at of hours of labor plus exten­ the Eaton County Fair Friday, sive research was used to turn July 26, in the community out the animal in much the tent, starting at 10 a.m. same manner as it was done Since the day will highlight decades ago. trees and their by-products, The crowning of the 1991 who better to lead through the Eaton County Fair Champion day’s events than Paul Bu­ Homemaker will cap the nyan, master of ceremonies, events. This year, three portrayed by Judge Paul women are running: Kathleen Berger? Othmer of Vermontville, Those attending can enjoy Patricia Nicol of Charlotte the musical entertainment of and Jane Mikesell of the Methodist Marvel singers Dimondale. as they register and can watch Free food, games and ac­ the antics of six City Council tivities are planned at the people from Charlotte, Eaton Homemakers Day at the fair. Rapids and Grand Ledge as they compete in a walnut Barry County COA cracking contest. They also can learn how to menu and coming create a green plant legacy by events planned growing and preparing their Wednesday, July 17 own bonsai trees. Peggy and Spaghetti, waxed beans, Jennifer Byington of Ver­ montville will share their bon­ California blend, cookie. Thursday, July 18 sai collection and techniques Chefs surprise. for keeping their bonsai Friday, July 19 healthy and miniature. Turkey rice casserole, broc­ Another presentation will be from Almo Jordon, a wood coli, mixed veggies, plums. Monday, July 22 carver from Nashville, who Beef pepper steak with recently has finished a hand­ crafted carrousel horse, pat- gravy, baked potaote, green beans, bread, pineapple. Tuesday, July 23 Shepards pie, mashed potatoes, bread, jello. Events Wednesday, July 17 -Nashville, blood pressure; Hastings, Dr. Nosanov on "The Mirrors image" Hearing Aids. wiuokz iiuaae„ Thursday, July 18Nashville, Bingo. Hair Stylist for Friday, July 19 - Nashville, Men, Women and Children birthday party. 111 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE Monday, July 22 852-9192 Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, July 23 - All sites puzzles. “r-r- Hijra? SuBiktai ttattytaiiii ■if ^»iar®« ita ^itat^ gsalitW^ ta hailta1 ifc estimated at $10,350. In­ terments will account for $5,000, foundations for $3,000, lot sales for $2,000, and interest on certificates of deposit held by the cemetery at $350. Hinckley said the CDs represent allocations the cemetery received from federal revenue sharing funds a number of years ago, some of which were banked for future needs. In the disburements column, the sexton’s salary of $7,020 was the largest an-ticipated annual expense. The treasurer will receive $500 for the year; tree trimming and removal is expected to run $400, as is lawnmower repair. Extra labor is set at $300; ce­ ment and lumber at $200; and insurance at 150. Other ex­ penses of running the cemetery include electricity, seed and fertilizer, water, and office supplies. Total disbursements are pegged at $9,188. In another matter, Jeffrey Beebe was present to ask about the timetable for the village to reduce its curb cut to the east-west alley adjacent to his property at 101 N. Main Street to its original width. The opening was widened from 14 to 32 feet at the direc­ tion of the village during last year’s repaving ofMain Street (M-66) by the State of Michigan. Council since then has agreed that the expansion en­ croaches on Beebe’s property and promised to correct it, which Hinckley told Beebe Thursday “will be done with BUF PUF REGULAR OR GENTLE Dr. Michael Callton LOTION 13 OZ. $4.97 Examination, X-Rays, i and Treatment * Most Insurances Accepted - Open 6 Days A week 127 S. Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 $3.29 - ! a/n of the WEEK BUFFERIN TABLETS OR CAPLETS 100’S $4.99 They're all ALL STARS MYLANTA DOUBLE STRENGTH 12 OZ. $3.99 ECOTRIN, 1OOS OR MAXIMUM STRENGTH 60 S TABLETS OR CAPLETS TUMS, 150'S OR TUMS EX 96'S ........................... AQUA FRESH, TOOTHPASTE 4.6 OZ.......................... AQUA VELVA. AFTER SHAVE 3 OZ. $1.88 SELECT SCENTS ANO FORMULAS MASSENGILL. TWINS ...................... .... $1.33 MASSENGILL. TOWELETTES 16'S .. $1.33 ASSORTED SCENTS AND FORMULATIONS Ecot^ DOUBLE STRENGTH TABLETS BO’S $3.19 SOE00 MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • EXPIRES JULY 18, 1991 LOTION 6 OZ. 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She suggested that since Mead collects most of the cardboard at Nashville business places, the Chamber of Commerce or individual business owners might wish to make a small contribution to Mead’s charity if Hastings Sanitary Service hauls the cardboard away free of charge. AVINGS IEW SUMMER STYLES Available at Other Area Clinics” all disptach.” Beebe plans to add a deck to the south side of his building as seating for Dairy Delite customers. In other business, the coun­ cil discussed possible location of a dumpster for collection of cardboard by Nashville resi­ dent Kent Mead, who amasses several tons per year, which he sells to raise money to benefit Cerebral Palsy sports programs. Ken Neil, owner of Hastings Sanitary Service, has agreed to provide a free dumpster and haul the cardboard away at no cost, but said that would have to be his contribution to the cause, as he can not also pay the ap­ proximately $12 per ton Mead now receives when delivering it to a Middleville dealer. 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He said that his baserun­ Competing teams were ap- ning skills enabled him to be ver-­ Gaylord Gardner, 71 ?°!nted [rom each state, so one of his squad’s more ver Vermontville resident who only the best teams in the na­ satile players. spends his winter months in tion qualified for the coulWd heithabdutaltohteyofa gSuy?s Vwh^o Ftofida in the tournament. , Ftofida, Sparticipated penior Sports Classic ■ “The competition wasreal- good runners,” Gardner said So we would let those guvs y great, Gardner said . “We Syracuse’ New hit hit and then then II would wouldpinch-run pinch-run’ r u uu1118 softball team wTk^PPyto Just get f«« far. finished third in the 11-team, tor them the rest ofthe time. ’ ’ We had a chance to win dthde Gardner stressed the imporclass,, and Gardner gold medal. All we needed and his teammates brought XVimelyhiito rtwh^a hnd thaeyningr eaiin cnh inshape, sha pheis, tonce of wsstaying home bronze medals for their who knomwse w yhatt might have especially when reaching his I happened. But we really had a age. He said that he walked I toudr pfule tssh pteer orurndday aamy engtee.tting II ready for the tournament. I . r,i reSd.enicoor mOlyemtitpiiocsn alisno J.ari“red p stuTdenrtes eatteMndaepd ethe VSaprienvg various sports rangindg ifroldm students attended the Spring badminton to track l eveanntdw faies lidn (SOAR)10? . and ReSlstratlon The senu-annual event was in faculty and stuent eareors rvii Pr Pro«ram at Albion Pjamung their academic he JTar JTar’ ’ Gardner Gardner said said College this year. p Dhe 3is eagerly atnticbipathinlg the The three wer w e Tidna S Yostt dX. resis,erins f«r gR mugese,,, LLtotoui eianhhae . BDyayto3n’R gaoouge ouibbssian a..ld l in Angela Shook an cot They also have the opporC V)ap 311 °f VermontviHe. hJUS itd?a“d f fanllike tiaksetiac said, ftawas tunity to get to know other ttiimme J’’ehhe WAR is a pg program designg ed to heflp ihncioming sltludents new students and various uream come true.” prepare reareorerenrome for their enrollme aspects of cp campus life, including residence halll living. . G"dner’s team, which is J finisheJ Jd ””t uuUesburg huird behind’ Florida, attend Albion SOAR <517)726-0181 1 17 (517)852-17 er landN?onCacMerms“CreS re n an ^tj^e forr pOS!i,b|e building (1-99) committee plans meetings “JUSTJ^TED! Becauseidoftthe fdrop in ^milk pnees paid to farme« farme«^sit Eaton County will be iynedaru,sttrhye DCaiorym Amgriictulturali - Wednesday, July 24, 1 to industry Commit 7shlP HHall, Gara rlal,n d 18R3a6Pp idEs S7shlP developed a progr p9r5og■>ram A Arr nve Alive in‘95 ■> Rap,*' ap, Ave., N.E, fo^nhPrO8ram consists c of four phases and is designed &’ FridayK, AugD. i2, 1C to 3 not only, to help da iry fa rS & ^KDairy Cente" (KBS) & 106 N 4ai0ryh Street Cente S (KBS), icBkSo)i,y 110641 C06oK441 m1 eNN. rsD .. 40th survive, but also thrive As H(K Part of this Uplrobger ahme,ldr eIgciorntasl Hickoiy Comers. meetings wUl be held 7, Ito3 £kSmilkhere fanners ca“ Howell CES Office, o'ioo^ ^X^^ '”9. .o-n.,,.,, Only $36,000 (N-79) ★Excellent location Hn^^ close to Charlotte PP ° Ocres ~•Three bedroom home with outbuilding (CH-108) bExctieflll eknittrhan chh beautiful kitchen m e Wi,h firt>P,a<» and ‘Attached two-car grage 4“ '°"d £ S £o, h»S River (M o (M-37) If ' ’ - toE^h*00’ "^Sementt ffac*”?’ h W t0 “crease income and.C°St contro1 ideas. The meetings closest completed bedroom eroom hlme^cated hl ^d ^dcontraZe^ nearlOnia 9 Wilderv ^ ^ialis alists HerR rrb B Rucholtz,, Ted Bartlett, Ferris redecorating (N-78) INC. offSss“tletb off CA*| A*|Rio,NG & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” wells ~S A Jourr bedr bedroom 'home’’’”0*' 23 Creso«jnber (F-50)SLoT^d ;xion 9 • Pumps . Tanks X Si3 Week! ’ P,as“c & Steel P|pe Other Well Supplies K we own our own equipmen 0° OUR own WORK t ovaTb|Xe2QCreSO,'0ndwi,h 2 P ”- Sh0W Arcra’ H Li,eS'0Ck *B°rn and buildi (CH-105) R’CHARDJ.EWING OWNER J“0'20-Slate4-H Dog Show. Msu. gravel wells A SPECIALTY Maeker winner photo deadline set Nice locotionl (CH-106) i„ arm arme^^togtimefor^I . d w,th ° nice foui Large garage (CH-107) Estimates Available nEon‘-h vCestockt eFxhiib itis1 Ea‘on County Fair i at the ^y. July 20, from 1 i। Saturto 2:30 p.m. I Mabel P. Furlong_ _led MaT infOnM,i°". VERMONTVILLE WOODLANoDf -w™ Mabel PP ‘ Mabel Furlong, 83 ow dSr ’^^-dyt <N-77) Woodland. nd. CALL USff WECfNi , h0me in by che^hn^ nhbeeirl drheuns;b asn1e?! dv',18 e raWis Y survived aS ltero- 'S1 n cbildren; Kathleen I. SerdS-s1*'^"' OanSmltfi 852.20S9 85220S9 1991 a?' 17, • PHONE < <517) 726-0319 ~ HOURS to 5 P-n Monday thru Friday nC0mplete 1nsurancp anta fRUS TC rewhu rC .W lORK Di.scount n forr as And.y EWING WELL ~drilling • Farm (CH-109) ‘Approx. 10 acres bedroom home anH • Residential • Commercial ■m?0, fenced back yrd foie born Sherrill Nott Skidmore. »- Rd d, Vern,oy„„. ata I *«l �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1991 — Page 9 Come to the 139th Annual Engagement Barry County NEW EBxaprroy CCeonutnerty at the Decker - Courtney speak wedding vows Lori Decker and Phares Courtney HI exchanged wed­ ding vows April 27 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Woodland. Kathy Christopher, best friend of the bride, served as maid of honor. Teresa Decker, sister-in-law of the bride, and Kerri Johncock, friend of the bride, were the bridesmaids. Kevin Courtney, brother of the groom, served as best man. Scott Decker, brother of the bride and Ronald Sim­ mons, friend of the groom, were groomsmen. Angie Decker, niece ofthe bride and Tom Powers, friend of the families were junior atten­ dants. Raymond Decker, nephew of the bride, and Jim Thorpe, friend of the groom, wre ushers. Parents of the bride and groom are Mr. and Mrs. Larry Decker, of Nashville and Mr. and Mrs. Phares Courtney II of Sunfield. A beautiful reception was held in Lake Odessa at the Lake Odessa Community Center. Music was provided by Ken an Kyle Christopher. After a weekend honey­ moon, the happy couple lives in Lake Odessa. Com rootworm beetle scouting tour planned On Monday, July 29, at 1:30 p.m. there will be a com rootworm beetle scouting tour at Sid Murphy’s farm, 3627 Bellevue Highway, Olivet, just east of Marshall Road (old M-27). All interested individuals are welcome to attend. How and when to scout for the beetles will be demonstrated. Also discussed will be threshold levels at various stages of com development, what treatments are available and when and how to treat. Counting adult rootworm beetles will provide a base for accurately predicting the need for rootworm control the foilwing year in multi-year com rotations. By using an in­ secticide only when needed, fanners can reduce cost of production and potential en­ vironmental damage. The tour is sponsored by MSU’s Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice and the Tri-County Crop Management Association. For further information, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice at 517/543-2310 or 372-5594. Community Notices Jobs Wanted CLASS 1976: R.S.V.P’S NEEDED (75 R.S.V.P.’s already received). Send $12.50 adult, $5.00 child over 5 years. •C. Kane, P.O. Box 1769, East Lansing, Mi., 48826 NOW. HELP! The M.V. class of 1981 needs to find the following class­ mates for our August 3rd class reunion: Nick Crawford, Amy Youngs, Michelle Blair, Scott Alexander, Roger Angus, Andy Breeden, Wilma Brown, Gerald Dankenbring, Greg Dies, Mary Dzioba, Ran ay Franks, Jim Barnum, Brett Emmons, Jerry Gould, Doug Johnson, Andy Powell, Lisa Rockford, Tammy Staikey, David Starkey, Larry Thomason and Waverly Williams. Anyone with informa­ tion please call Celia (Eaton) Banaszak at 1-800-888-8426, Carleen (Samann) Knickerbock­ er at 1-800-782-4502 or Brenda (Browne) Joostberns at 852-9431. CHILDCARE BY TEACHER’SWIFE in the Vermontvil­ le area. CPR trained. Call Kelly 517-726-1316. YARD SALE Friday and Satur­ day, July 19 & 20,700 Kellogg, Nashville, 1 mile off M66. Everything cheap. Recreation THREE WHEELERS 1983 Yamaha 200, $550; 1984 Yama­ ha 60 $150. Only selling because of wife allergies: Dutchwest woodstove $800, Brier Elete woodstove $200, 16 face cord wood $35 face cord. Round maple pedistal table, one leaf $100. 517-852-9596. Miscellaneous GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet th'at room at affordableprices, $1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd., (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available. (616) 948-8334. Thank You CARD OF THANKS Our sincere thanks for all the flowers, cards and contributions to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund in the name of June Wallace. A special thanks to the Sundown Squares for the wonderful dinner they gave for our family and friends. We will all sadly miss a wonderful wife, mother and freind. God bless you all. The Wallace and Barrette families. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment J & S AUTO REPAIR 6009 N. Ionia Road, Vermontville, ML 517-726-0164._____________ ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.___________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Garage Sale 3 LARGE GARAGE SALES in Vermontville. Wednesday, July 17th, 458 Elm St., 187 Maple and 390 Elm- Lots and lots of stuff. Pets PET GROOMING, most breeds. 517-852-0728. Located on M-37 between Hastings and Middleville SATURDAY, JULY 13 POLE BUILDINGS erected statewide. Licensed/Insured. Genesis/Ranger Building Group. Materials/Erb Lumber Company. 1-800-638-8580. Antiques 2:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m. Open Class Non-Livestock E nInes, Banquet Hail. (Flowers not until Monday) 2: 00 p.m. Gospel Music Jamboree 3: 00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. Rabbit Cralts MONDAY, JULY 15 ALL ENTRIES MUST BE IN BY 11:00 AM. a.m. -12:00 noon Rabbit & Cavies Showmanship a.m. Youth Goat Breeding Classes a.m. ALL ENTRIES CLOSED noon 4-H Rodeo p.m. Youth Goat Showmanship p.m. Open Class Flower Judging p.m. Hamess Racing Programs $1.00 Grandstand FREE 3: 00 p.m. Meat Rabbit Judging 4: 00 p.m. W.G. Wade Shows Open 4:00 p.m. until Closing Pay One Price $7.00 5: 30 p.m. 4-H Rodeo 6: 30 p.m. Livestock Judging Contest, Show Arena 8:00 p.m. Demolition Derby Grandstand FREE DAILY POPPO’S FUN TIME SHOW, FREE DAILY ENTERTAINMENT VARIETY TENT. FREE I 8: 00 9: 00 11: 00 12: 00 1.-00 1:00 1:00 8: 00 8.-00 M0 9: 00 a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. 1:00 p.m. 1: 00 p.m. 2: 00 p.m. 5: 00 p.m. 7. -00 p.m. DAILY DAILY 8. -00 a.m. Youth Horse Judging, Horse Arena 9*00 a.m. Youth Beef Judging followed by Open Class, Show Arena 1:00 p.m. Kid’s Pedal Pull 1: 00 p.m. Hamess Racing Grandstand FREE 2: 00 p.m. W.G. Wade Shows Open Kid’s Day Ono Less Coupon on Rides 7: 00 p.m. Michigan State Championship Supercross Races Grandstand FREE 7XX) p.m. Youth Talent Show, Variety Tentt DAILY POPPO’S FUN TIME SHOW, FREE DAILY ENTERTAINMENT VARIETY TENT, FREE 8.00 a.m. Youth Draft Horse Judging Followed by Open Class, Show Arona Youth Dairy & Open.Class Judging, Show Arona Hamess Racing, Grandstand FREE W.G. Wade Shows Pay One Price Dav $7.00 41XF p.m. Draft Horse Hitch Classes following Hamess Racing. Grandstand 4:00 p.m. 4-H Demonstrations Variety Tent 6: 00 p.m. Livestock Skillathon, Show Arena 6: 00 p.m. Hol Air Balloon Race 7JOO p.m. & 9:00 p.m. Steppen Wolf, Grandstand FREE DAILY POPPO’S FUN TIME SHOW, FREE DAILY ENTERTAINMENT VARIETY TENT, FREE FRIDAY, JULY 19 b:'JU a.m. 9:00 un. 2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 7: 00 p.m. DAILY DAILY a Fuller 10” Pipe wrenches... 5.5 hp Poulan Lawn Mowers Ms webbed Lawn Chairs. webbed Chaise Lounges. Prices flow* until July 51st ea. $8°° APCO Light BUlbS 40.60,75 or $119’9 mMO88 ea$2288 100 watt 4 Pk....................................... Rustoleum wood Saver and Other Paints 1/2 Off Doug and Julie Durkee VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 726-1121 Mo Mon.-Fn. 8:30-6, EA *1" Tuesday, July 16 • 7:00 p.m. TRUCK PULL SUPER STOCKS Grandstand FREE Friday, July 19 WCUZ.Day 7 P.M. and 9 P.M. Grandstand FREE T.G. Shepard Thursday, July 18 7 & 9 p.m. SATURDAY, JULY 20 8:30 a.m. 11:00 Bum. 11.-00 a.m. 1: 30 p.m. 2: 00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Show of Champions. Show Arena Safety Tractor Contest Adult Beef Showmanship, Show Arena Games & Contests W.G. Wade Shows Open Classic Car Show 6 9:00 p.m. 30 Years of Rock ’N’ Roll, Grandstand FREE Fireworks after grandstand show. POPPO’S FUN TIME SHOW, FREE ENTERTAINMENT VARIETY TENT, FREE Grandstand FREE Classic Rock Day Thursday, July 18 HOT AIR BALLOON RACES - REMINDER-BANNER PAY ONE PRICE DAYS Monday, July 15 Midway Opens 4 p.m. Thursday, July 18 Midway Opens 2 p.m. Sponsored by,.,. Join us at the New Barry County Expo Center £ MJ Micky Dolenz T.G. Shepar Livestock Fashion Show, Show Arena Horse Games A Contests, Horse Arena Livestock Sale, Show Arena W.G. Wade Shows Opens & M0 p.m. T.G. Shepard, Grandstand FREE POPPO’S FUN TIME SHOW, FREE ENTERTAINMENT VARIETY TENT, FREE $3°° Asphalt sp a Based ase Aluminum Roof Coating............. s cais. *29" STARRING Micky Dolenz The Tokens Tiny Tim Jewel Akens Bobby •‘Boris" Pickett Al Wilson Mike Pinera Donnie Brooks Spiral Starecase Sugarloaf's Jerry Corbetts Cannibal f/ A The Headhunters 12:30 p.m. . 1c00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. (65 and Older) Lawn Fertilizer 20-5-5 or 10-6-4 weed'N Feed............ choice ’4" 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. THURSDAY, JULY 18 General Admission ALSO ON SALE: Saturday, July 20 WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 • KID’S DAY (12 and Under FREE) Senior Citizens ■"ni ■HRn*i FREE SHOWS DAILY * FUN TIME SHOW Youth Horse Judging, Horse Arena Youth Poultry Judging, Show Arena Open Class Non-Livestock Judging Youth Sheep Judging, followed by Open Class, Show Arena Harness Racing Grandstand FREE Open Class Ponies Judging W.G. Wade Shows Open Youth Swine Judging, Show Arena Truck Pull Super Stocks, Grandstand FREE POPPO’S FUN TIME SHOW. FREE ENTERTAINMENT VARIETY TENT, FREE flUJwcvMs Ms 25% Off BRANDPAINT Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday TUESDAY, JULY 16 OLD ORIENTAL RUGS wanted any size or condition. Call 1-800-443-7740. » OUR ANNUAL *5.00 *3.00 *1.00 ..Free Daily General Admission - Adults Daily Senior Citizens <65 & Older)....... Children 6-12 Children 5 & Under...................... SUNDAY, JULY 14 DAILY DAILY For Sale ADMISSION PRICES 9 00 a.m. YOUTH Dog Judging, Show Arena 9 00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. Non-Livestock Judging & Young Clovers, Variety Tent 9:00 a.m. -4 00 p.m. Open Non-Livestock Entries Taken, Banquet Hall 12:00 noon Barrel Judging Located on M-37 between Hastings & Middleville J-AD GRAPHICS PAY ONE $“700 PRICE........ f And ride all day, as many rides as you like, as many times as you like. All ages. Demolition Derby Monday, July 15 8:00 P.M. Grandstand FREE Harness Racing Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 1:00 P.M. Each Day o Sat. 8:30-5; PROGRAMS ‘1.00 Sun. 41-3 Grandstand FREE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1991 — Page 10 M.V. Pee Wee Baseball tourney winners named The Maple Valley Pee Wee Beseball Tournament runners-up: Front Row— John Aspinall, Bob French, Joe Bowers, Tim Wawiernia, Brandon Hopkins, Jon Kenyon and Jeff Aspinall. Middle Row— Jason Abfalter, Ken Lackscheide, Jeff Granger, Kevin Horton, Eric Goris and Kyle Lackescheide. Back Row— Coaches Steve Hopkins, Tony Wawiernia and Gary Goris. The Maple Valley Pee Wee Baseball Tournament winners: Front Row— (left to right) Ben Hanson, Michael Myers, B.J. Griffin and Josh Rasey. Middle Row— Aaron Dempsey, Travis Kerjies, Jarod Carpenter, Levon Hammond, Travis VanAlstine, Matt Rasey and Kyle Kines. Back Row— Coaches Joe Ancona and n«»nnv Carpenter. The Maple Valley Little League tournament winners: (top) First place— Good Time Pizza (left) Second place, Sandy's Sport Stuff. Rep Fitzgerald to have Eaton County fair booth Vermontville’s annual Sunshine Party planned COBS Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself •. 11/4” 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 The annual Sunshine Party, a long-standing tradition in Vermontville, has been set for 2 p.m. Friday, July 26, at the First Congregational Church. The event is co-sponsored by women of that church and women of the Vermontville United Methodist Church, and is designed to honor senior ladies of the community. The Rev. Paul Messenger, pastor of the Congregational Church, will present a pro­ gram on the history ofhymns. In addition, there will be time for socializing and recognition ofthe eldest ladies present. Refreshments will be served. Serving Hastings & Barry County Communities Since 1950 1-800-866-4493 | • 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings • COMMERCIAL ■ RESIDENTIAL • INDUSTRIAL Clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK UPS • MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS LANDFILL Open to Public Tuesdays and Saturdays 8-5 90 Gallon Kart Service Available public is invited to stop by and discus*our area concerns. Several informational publica­ tions will also be available. “I am looking forward to visiting with county residents and listening to their ideas and interests,” Fitzgerald said. The fairgrounds are located on South Cochran Avenue in Drama set for Sunday at Nashville Methodist Church An original drama of Si­ mon Peter, by Rev. Steven L. Reid, will be presented at 9:45 a.m. Sunday (July 21) at Nashville United Methodist Church. Written in 1980, this drama has been presented Varsity Club to meet July 17 The Maple Valley Schools’ Varsity Club will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, at the home of Larry Filter, 209 Francis, Nashville. Club members will discuss the “Adopt-A-Highway” program. sVings Sanitary Service, | 945-4493 Area residents will have an opportunity to meet with State Representative Frank M. Fit­ zgerald at the Eaton County 4-H Fair, July 22-27. Rep. Fitzgerald will occupy a booth under the grandstand from 5 to 9 p.m. daily. The The Eaton County 4-H Fair is celebrating its 61st year. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. more than 220 times in Michigan, Illinois and Cali­ fornia. Last month, the drama was videotaped for television in Lansing and aired June 26 on Channel 39. Nashville United Methodist is located at the comer ofWashington and N. State streets in Nashville. Charlotte. For additional information, contact Fitzgerald’s office at 373-0853. For Sale Automotive 1984 PONTIAC SUNBIRD 2 door, 5 speed, gets 34 miles per gallon, cruise control. Asking, $2200. 795-9639. TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml « 616-527-2724 Tobias-Mason Insurance Dick Tobias, Agent______ Carol Tobias, Office Farm and Country Estates Livestock at Fairs Animal Mortality Offering FREE QUOTES For All Your Insurance Needs 109 N. Main — Nashville Phone 517-852-2005 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1991 — Page 11 On the Hoad Again It’s vacation and summer fun time. Time to travel the highways and byways. Don’t let your fun be spoiled by running out of money! 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) ...a loc lpap per oftoday! The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 119 - No. 52 — Tuesday, July 23, 1991 Queen and 'Ugliest Leg' to be chosen Old twist to give new life to annual Harvest Festival in Nashville by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer A popular event that added spirit to Nashville’s annual Harvest Festivals a decade or so ago has been revived for this year’s celebration. The decision to reinstate an adult Harvest King and Queen contest was made at a meeting last Wednesday night by festival organizers. Nashville’s festival is set for Saturday, Aug. 17, in con­ junction with a weekend Muzzleloaders’ Rendezvous. As in the past, Harvest Festival royalty will be selected by penny votes deposited in canisters placed at sponsoring business places. While the queen candidates will judged along traditional lines, with their photos grac­ ing their vote canisters, the men will compete in what is known as an “Ugly Leg” contest. Each will be iden­ tified by a photo of his legs at­ tached to his vote canister. “Nashville Hardware, Mace Pharmacy, Kathy’s Crafts, Sandy’s Barbershop, Village Hall and possibly Good Time Pizza already have agreed to sponsor can­ didates,” reported chair­ woman Duska Brumm, a day after she began soliciting sponsorships Thursday. Can­ didates may be employees, owners or associates of the sponsoring business places, but are not required to be. Brumm said any interested sponsors she may have missed in her canvass may call her at home (852-1976) or at Put­ nam Public Library (852-9723). Weekly tallies of votes will be made by contest organizers on Friday and reported the following Tuesday in the Maple Valley News to let the public know who is leading in the race. After the final tally is mad& Aug. 16, the identity of the winners will be kept secret until the following day. Announcement will be made during the festival, said Brumm, and the Harvest Queen, “Ugly Leg” King and all other contestants will be in­ vited- to ride in the grand parade at 11 a.m. Saturday. Proceeds of the contest will help sponsor festival activities. Brumm and her husband, Bob, also are organizing a Harvest Festival co-ed softball See Harvest Fest, page 3 Nashville's Central Park (filled with arts and craft vendors in a 1980s Harvest Festival file photo) will be devoted this year to a show by local and area artists whose entries will be judged. Vendors will have a new location. Central Park was the site of many clothesline art shows that put Nashville in the spotlight in the 1950s and '60s. Syrup project proves a sweet deal for Nashville J-Ad Graphics News Service Checks were distributed last week by the Nashville Syrup Association to several com­ munity organizations. Geneva Brumm, Syrup Association secretary­ treasurer, said a total of $3,966.15 was disbursed. These funds represent man­ hours credited to organiza­ tions of their choice by seven volunteers who helped pro­ cess the 1991 “crop” of maple syrup under Nashville's long-standing community project. That endeavor, which dates back to 1942, provides for "If more young people were aware of the program they might want to get involved in the project next spring. volunteef workers who help produce the syrup to designate the organization to which their “wages” will go. Brumm keeps track of the hours work­ ed by each volunteer. She said if more young peo­ ple were aware of the pro­ gram they might want to get involved in the project next spring. “Perhaps they could go up (to the sugar shanty in Putnam Park) and work a few hours and earn a few donations for the community,” commented Brumm. Funds disbursed last week included $453.55 to the Douglass Vogt Memorial Scholarship; $289.50 to the Lions Club Administration Fund; $965 to the Lions Club Memorial Fund; $617.60 to Putnam Public Library; $289.50 to Nashville United Methodist Church; $366.70 to Peace United Methodist Church; $598.30 to the Nashville Masonic Temple; $173.70 to Nashville Little League Baseball; $67.55 for Habitat to Humanity; and ’$144.75 deposited in the NSA ’ savings account. In addition, Nashville Boy Scouts who tapped the village maples, collected the sap and delivered it to the sugar shanty for boiling earned $2,349.72 for their organization. More than 500 gallons of syrup were produced in the Nashville project this past season, said Brumm. Life of trappers and traders of the 1800s will be por­ trayed in the seventh annual Muzzleloaders' Rendez­ vous, set for Aug. 16-18 in conjunction with Nashville's Harvest Festival. This participant in a past event is shown at the encampment on the old Riverside ballfield, where the public is invited to watch shooting competitions and other related activities. In This Issue.., • Magician to entertain Vermontville kids • Area kids sell livestock at Barry County Fair Maple Valley area 4-Hers do well at Barry Fair Winners from the Nashville at the Barry County Fair are Nick Noggle, goats; Stephanie France, y.c. rabbits, Alex Lorenz, y.c. rabbits; Desiree Lorenz, baking and rabbits (second row) Barret Noggle, goats; Amy Pennington, dairy; Matt France, swine, and Elizabeth Potter y.c. rabbits. More story on page 11 • Story hours entertain area children • Nashville area 4-Hers show at fair �The Maple Valley^N^^|M<p^yjl^ , 19$ 1 Page 2 Magicicriifp entertain Vermontville children during summer story hour J-Ad Graphics News Service Kevin St. Onge, who is in­ cluded in the Guiness Book of World Records, will entertain Wednesday, July 31, at the Children’s Summer Story Hour in Vermontville. The event will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Vermont­ ville Opera House, with the performance staged outside if weather permits. St. Onge, of Leslie, is best known for his performances as an illusionist and expert card manipulator. Thousands of school age children in several states recognize St. Onge as “Dr. Zap,” a lively character he developed for Michigan’s largest hands-on science museum. Dr. Zap arouses student in­ terest in science and motivates diem, to reach for technical careers. When he combines physics, chemistry and optics with his knowledge of magical presentation and theatrics, a dynamic audience participa­ tion program is created. St. Onge repeatedly has won national media attention for some of his unusual magical exploits. He was selected an official magical Maple Valley Athletic Boosters S BINGO | MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA 9 THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.B Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 ■ llllflliRllliiltllllllllllilll Obituaries HOUGHTON LAKE - Leo P. Goris, 90, of Houghton Lake and formerly of Nashville passed away Wednesday, July 17, 1991 at Mercy Hospital, Grayling. Mr. Goris was bom on Janu­ ary 9, 1901 in Buffalo, New York, the son of Joseph and Mary (Kriegbaum) Goris. He attended Catholic School in Buffalo and as a teenager moved to the Concord area in Jackson County where he farmed most of his life. He was married to Lulu Johnson on January 18, 1924 in the Jackson area. He retired from farming and moved to the Houghton Lake area and also to the NashvilleVermontville area for a short time. He attended St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville and enjoyed hunting and Kevin St. Onge is "not your ordinary magician," according to the Dearborn Times Herald. St. Onge, whose unusual brand of magic has brought him national attention, will appear Wednesday, July 31, at the Vermontville Opera House for the final episode of Children's Summer Story Hour. representative by the State of Michigan and has been writ­ ten up in magazines such as VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL “Bible Heros WOODLAND - Mabel P. Furlong, 83 of 1991 Clark Road, Woodland, passed away Monday, July 15, 1991 at her residence after a long illness. Mrs. Furlong was bom on April 4, 1908 in Sebewa Township, Ionia County, the daughter of Oscar and Bertha (Van Houten) Gray. She graduated from' Woodland High School in 1925 as Valedectorian of her class. She also played basketball in high school. She was married to Walter Furlong on January 15, 1926. The couple recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. Mrs. Furlong was employed at Lake Odessa Canning Factory, farmed with her husband, and was a bookkeep­ er for the Nashville Iron and Metal and the Maple Valley Implement until her retirement in 1986. She enjoyed crocheting, craft working, and playing the piano. Mrs. Furlong is survived by her husband, Walter, sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Caroline Furlong of Wood­ land, Kenneth and Sandie Furlong of Vermontville, Russell and Irene Furlong of Nashville; daughter and son­ in-law, Mabel and Neil Wilson of Lake Odessa; 23 grandchil- Ripley's Believe It or Not!, Playboy and Newsweek. His appearance in Vermont­ ville is sponsored by the local library, and the show is open to children throughout the community, not just those from Vermontville, stressed Librarian JoAnn Zemke. The performance will con­ clude the 1991 series of Children’s Summer Story Hour programs, sponsored by the Vermontville Woman’s Club and held at the library weekly throughout July. Come meet one ofyour Bible heros... Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday • August 5, 6 & 7 • from 9 A.M. until NOON Ages Preschool thru 6th Grade Daily Crafts, Music & Snacks Wednesday 7 p.m. there will be a program & fellowship for all kids & parents John Gordenski NASHVILLE John Gordenski, 74 of 7310 Thomapple Lake Road passed away Sunday, July 21, 1991 at Pennock Hospital. Arrangements are pending at the Maple Valley Chapel/ Genther Funeral Home. Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass ..........9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m.• Wednesday: Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . . 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR fishing. Mr. Goris is survived by his brother, Anthony Goris of Prudenville; sisters, Cecelia Horey of Jackson, and Frances Lang of Houghton Lake; step sons, Walter Johnson and Lewellyn Johnson both of Jackson and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Lulu; brothers Charles , Frank and Joe. Mass of Christian burial was held Friday, July 19, at St. Cyril Catholic Church, Nash­ ville with Reverend Charles Fischer officiating. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Vermontville Cemetery Association. Mabel P. Furlong_____ Nashville Baptist Church . Joseph N. Bland Leo P. Goris—------------- 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR A.M. Worship . 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. . PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. . REV. RICHARD YOUNG QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:30 a.m. Worship............... 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School ...... A.M. Service ...... P.M. Service ....... Wed. Service....... 9:45 ...11 ..... 7 ..... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship..............7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... ......... 7 REV. ALAN METTLER dren, 36 great-grandchildren, four great-greatgrandchildren; brother, Cecil Gray of Lake Odessa. She was preceded in death by son, Danny Furlong in 1950. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 17 at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funer­ al Home, Nashville with Reverend Richard Cross offi­ ciating. Burial was in Wood­ land Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Pennock Hospital Emergency Department. NASHVILLE - Joseph N. Bland, 77 of 807 East Washington Street, Nashville passed away Friday, July 19, 1991 at Hayes Green-Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Bland was bom Decem­ ber 12, 1913 in Fairoaks, Arkansas, the son of Sylvester and Bell Bland. He was raised in Fairoaks and attended school there. He lived in Char­ lotte 25 years before coming to Nashville 20 years ago. He was married to Doris Reynolds June 2, 1971 in Grand Ledge. He worked in the timber industry most of his life as a timber buyer. Mr. Bland is survived by his wife, Doris; sons and daughters-in-law, Tom and Kay Reynolds of Madison, Tennessee, John and Mary Reynolds of Charlotte; daught­ er and son-in-law, Claudia and Bill Thompson of Nashville; grandchildren, Karen, Tom, Derrick, Johnny, David, Theresa, Sara, Billy, Katie and a nephew, Joy Leach. He was preceded in death by five brothers, Colemand, Willis, Jim, Dave and William and a sister, Ivy. Funeral services were held Monday, July 22 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funer­ al Home, Nashville with Reverend Robert Taylor offi­ ciating. Burial was in Lake­ view Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Joseph Bland Memorial Fund. Fresh Flowers • Plants • Arrangements Contact us for Wedding Consultant Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville Phone — 852-2050 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily } PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship Sun. School . . .9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ,.11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service .......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 19VI — rage Harvest Festival activities planned in Nashville, tournament. The Saturday and Sunday event is to be held on the new Riverside Recrea­ tional ballfield west of the business district. Teams who wish to register for the com-. petition are urged to contact the Brumms as soon as possible. Rose Heaton and Bonnie White have volunteered to organize games for children, on the north end of the new Riverside park, from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday. That area and the adjoining municipal parking lot will be the center of several festival activities, including a water­ ball fight between Nashville firemen and neighboring departments on the north end of the parking lot at 2 p.m. Saturday. Bill Wilson is chair­ man of that event. The local firemen again this year will serve a pancake and sausage breakfast from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and Sun­ day at the fire station on North Main Street. Across the street, at Putnam Public Library, children will decorate sidewalks along the front and south side of the building in a chalk art event set for noon to 2 p.m. Satur- day, while the Friends of the Library conduct an all-day book sale on the grounds. The Thornapple Valley VFW post will open festival activities Friday evening with a Las Vegas Night at their hall on Railroad Street. Area and local artists, including Maple Valley art students, are invited to display their work in a 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday art show in Central Park. Work will be judged, with prizes awarded to best of show, said Eunice Priddy, chairperson. “Space is available on a first-come basis,” noted Priddy. “There is no pre­ registration, no fee — just show up.” Mary Ohler (852-9593) is accepting reservations from vendors for an arts and crafts show. She reported at Wednesday’s meeting that she now has 15 signed up. Last year the vendors were located on grounds at the edge of the new ballfield, but because of the planned softball tourney the committee decided last week that they should be relocated this year, either to the Mace Pharmacy parking Homemakers Day set at Eaton County Fair “Beauty’n Wood” will be the theme of this year’s Homemakers Day activities at the Eaton County Fair Friday, July 26, in the community tent, starting at 10 a.m. Since trees and their by­ products are being highlighted leading the day’s events will be Paul Bunyan, master of ceremonies, portrayed by Judge Paul Berger. Musical entertainment will be by the Methodist Marvel singers as participants register. Six City Council people from Charlotte, Eaton Rapids and Grand Ledge will com­ pete in a walnut cracking contest. Peggy and Jennifer By­ ington of Vermontville will share their bonsai tree collec­ tion and techniques for keep­ ing bonsais healthy and miniature. Almo Jordon, a wood carver from Nashville, will display his recently finished hand-crafted carrousel horse, patterned after an authentic circa-1916 model. Hundreds of hours of labor and exten­ sive research was used to turn out the animal in much the same manner as it was done decades ago. Also planned is the crown­ ing of the 1991 Eaton County Fair Champion Homemaker. This year, three women are running, Kathleen Othmer of Vermontville, Patricia Nicol of Charlotte and Jane Mikesell of Diamondale. Free food, games and ac­ tivities will be offered at Homemakers Day at the fair. Latest contributions offered to Putnam Library fund The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library came recently in memory of Dennis Greenleaf by Albert and Mary Bell. In memory of Jack Garlinger by Albert and Mary Bell, friends and neighbors, Lee and Joyce Roberts, Donald and Jane Grier, Larry and Judy Hook, Joyce (Woudstra) Gardner and Eldon (Butch) Ackley. A donation was made by the Nashville Syrup Association for the hours donated by Nelson Brumm and Warren Travoli. A donation was made by Genevieve Hafner in ap­ preciation of Rod Cook for work he has done for her. Donations to the refur­ bishing fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box 920, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names of donors and those named in gifts will be listed in the Maple Valley News. Names of donors will be listed in die book of con­ tributors and those named in gifts will be added to the Memorial Scroll. lot (fronting Main Street) or along Maple Street (from Main to State), if the street can be closed. David Mace, Chamber of Commerce President and a member of the Festival Com­ mittee, said the proposed new locations also would make the arts and crafts show more accessible to elderly people who had trouble last year making the long walk to the outfield location. The Muzzleloaders’ camp will be situated again this year on the old Riverside ball park, southwest of the business district. Among planned ac­ tivities sponsored by the Eork River Free Trappers are shooting competitions and historical re-enactments. Hank Felder Jr. is local organizer of the three-day encampment, which simulates life of trappers, traders and craftsmen of the 1800s, and is open free of charge to the public. This will be the seventh annual rendezvous the wide-ranging group has held in Nashville. The grand parade at 11 a.m. Saturday is being organized again this year by Ruth Beardslee. Civic groups, owners of antique autos and others are encouraged to participate. “The parade will pay tribute to all veterans of the Persian Gulf War,” said Beard slee. She asks that local people who served in the war or family representatives contact her at 852-0756 about par­ ticipating in the parade. Continued from front page An exhibition of local musical talent will be staged Saturday evening, from 5:30 to dusk, in the Mace Pharmacy parking lot. Mace said several bands already have agreed to perform and he encourages other local musi- cians to contact him about ap­ pearing in the free show. Ohler said a flyer detailing the schedule of Muzzleloader and Harvest Festival activities is being printed this week and soon will be available for distribution. GOT THE SUMMERTIME Get a New Hair Style at... Styles-R-Us 224 Main. Nashville WALK-INS WELCOME 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE Open Tue*-’Frt- Are you getting PPPPQ your • • • • • money’s worth? PPPP At Eaton Federal our passbook savings account has been the traditional way to save for over 54 years. It’s always been our goal to keep your money safe and earning a fair rate of return. 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Nine contractors filed estimates on the job, but A. E. Green of Grand Rapids quoted the lowest figure. His estimate on the village’s share of the paving was $6,429.48, and the other bids were as high as $7,425.66. Marshman & Tabor, the Grand Rapids men who put in the brick paving on Main Street (in 1917), were also in­ terested in the job, but their bid topped Green’s by more than $600. Bids on the state’s portion of the paving were taken to Lansing by R. H. Beers, resi­ dent road engineer, and it is expected that the state ad­ ministrative board will take definite action on them within a few days. Band concert tonight The Nashville Boy Scout band will give a series of public concerts each Wednes­ day evening during the sum­ mer months, and will make their first appearance tonight from 8 to 9 p.m. The band was reorganized about six weeks ago under the direction of Scoutmaster D. D. Hess, and the boys have been practicing diligently under the leadership of W. G. Davis, who is an experienced band man and cometist. The boys will have to de­ pend on popular subscriptions to meet the running expense of the organization and will soon canvass the business men of the village for weekly donations. It is hoped that they may meet with a liberal response, as it is a laudable venture and deserving of our whole­ hearted support. New oil station completed nearly The new oil station, replac­ ing the old feed bam at the comer of Church and Main streets, is nearly completed, and a gang of men is now busy Family get-togethers were popular summer pastimes in the early part of this century. Large reunions often were held at community parks or nearby lake resorts. Members of this area family are unidentified, except for the lady at right in the first row: Emma (Swift) Feighner. The circa-1900 photo was found by Dorothy (Hummel) Martich of Battle Creek in a collection of Nashville area pictures. NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER “Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics Dr. Michael Callton • • • • • Therapeutic Muscle Massage Heat and Cold Treatments Special Therapy Machines Gentle Manipulations Appointments Available Same Day • Examination, new patient special X-Rays, SHC00 i • and Treatment S « J4—SJ BRING COUPONJO REDEEf^OFFEF^ . ^ffER EXPIRES JULY 30^1991 Most Insurances Accepted - Open 6 Days A^vee” 127 S. Main Street, Nashville • ““ Ph. 852-2070 A Nashville man's car parked at the pavilion at Battle Creek's Goguac Lake was stolen but later recovered near Jackson. Its owner was a member of an orchestra playing at the dance hall in the old Liberty Park, a popular recreation spot also featuring steamer rides around the lake and a roller coaster (part of which can be seen to the right of the building in this circa-1915 view). The park was located on the north shore of the lake on the site formerly occupied by Surby's Resort. laying the cement driveway. It is announced that the station will be open and ready to dispense gas and oils by Satur­ day, Aug. 1. (1991 note: The station is now headquarters of Clayton’s Auto Sales at 201 S. Main, and was built on the site of the feed bam owned by livery operators Jim and Flora “Ma” Taylor.) Local news — Howard Sprague, who had his Buick stolen from in front of the Dreamland pavilion at Goguac Lake Saturday night, where he plays in an orchestra each week, received a communica­ tion from the Jackson Police Department Tuesday that his car had been found in a ditch near Grass Lake. Aside from being minus one wheel, the car was reported intact, was towed into Jackson and stored in a garage awaiting his arrival. — Three automobiles were tangled in an accident that oc­ curred on Main Street Satur­ day night. John Pennington was coming down Main Street from the north in a Ford tour­ ing car when he collided with another Ford driven by Harold Bahs, which was back­ ing from the curb on the west side of the street. The colli­ sion threw the Pennington car across the street and it crashed head first into a Star coupe driven by Harry Wilson of South Kalamo, who was com­ ing from the south. The Bahs car escaped with a crumpled fender, but the other two were not so fortunate. Both are in a garage undergoing repairs, while Bahs and Pennington are debating responsiblity for the crash. — An argument over the use of the Co-operative Elevator scales on South Main Street reached a rather amus­ ing climax Tuesday, when F. J. White parked his Reo car on the scales and kept it there for several hours. A question as to the public or private status of the scales arose when White, who is engaged in the coal business, averred the scales to be public inasmuch as they were located in the street, while the elevator management maintained that they were private scales and refused to do any weighing for White. The Tuesday affair was the culmination of the argunient, with White per­ sisting in parking his car on the scales until elevator officals made the statement before Sheriff Parker that the scales were private property. Now the question is being debated as to whether it will be necessary for the elevator to remove the scales from the street. — William Flory has sold his 40-acre farm in Maple Grove to Glenn Steele. Flory is making preparations to move his family in the near future to Lansing, where he has been employed for the past several months at the M.S.C. farms’ piggery. — Dr. Louis A. Brunsting of Grand Rapids has purchas­ ed the home and office of the late Dr. Shilling and will take possession Aug. 1. Dr. Brunsting is a graduate physi­ cian and surgeon from the University of Michigan and has served as intern and resi­ dent surgeon at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. — Harold Bahs, Adolph Douse, Ellis Gutchess and Harold Lundstrum motored to Lansing last Wednesday and attended the Ringling Bros, and Barnum and Bailey Circus. — Word has been received from Mr. and Mrs. Ray E. Geiger that they are at Long Beach, Calif., enjoying the many beautiful sights. They send their regards to Nashville friends. — Mrs. C. H. Tuttle and Mrs. E. T. Morris were in Ionia Tuesday attending the golf tournament between the Hastings and Ionia golf clubs. — A. R. Wolcott has been making big improvements on his residence property on Queen Street by painting, and building a fine new porch. — Will L. Gibson and family and Ward H. Smith and family are spending the week at Houghton Lake. — Dr. C. K. Brown is spending the week at the Mayo Clinic at Rochester, Minn., and expects to return Sunday. — Pauline Wagner is spending a few days at Lake George, Ind. She is there with a party of young poeple from Homer. — E. H. Palmer has completed a bungalow in the Hardendorf addition. — Ralph Olin went to Toledo Sunday night to drive back a Willy-Knight sedan. — Lovisa Everts and Dorothy Powers returned Fri­ day from their trip to Charlevoix. — Mrs. Frank Curtis is spending a couple of weeks with the home folks in Listowel, Ontario. — Mr. and Mrs. Correll Eldredge and family called on Mr. and Mrs. Bert Foster Sunday. They all motored to Thomapple Lake and spent the day. — Charles Laurent is giving his house a fresh coat of paint. — The pickle station will open about the middle of the week. — Mrs. Wm. Jarrard is the happy possessor of a new wheel chair. — George C. Deane and R. H. Olin were at Kalamazoo Tuesday attending races. — (Barryville) Last Thurs­ day afternoon, in honor of Harley Lathrop and family of Texas, a reunion of the Lathrop families was held at Thomapple Lake, with 32 be­ ing seated at the table and a pleasant time enjoyed by all... Francis and Harold Higdon and Clare McIntyre are spen­ ding a few days fishing at In­ dian River in die northern part of the state...The ice cream social at the Wilcox home was largely attended and a pleasant time enjoyed by all. — (South Vermontville) Mr. and Mrs. Asa Strait and son Myrlen, Helen French and Edwin Williams just returned from three weeks’ visit at Sault Ste. Marie. Mr. Strait bought some hay while there, the farmers of that locality having a very good crop...Eli Strait is having a new roof put on his house by some men from Lansing. — (Morgan) Gaylord Varney has opened the Morgan garage and is now do­ ing business... Mr. and Mrs. W. N. DeVine and Miss Geneva are spending the week with relatives at Houghton Lake... Donald Mead and Howard Shaffer spent the week at the farm boys’ camp at Pine Lake... J. W. Howard had some sheep killed by the train Friday night. — (West Maple Grove) The threshing machines have been busy in this neighborhood and the farmers are well satisfied with their wheat crop, considering the terrible dry spring and sum­ mer... Several from this neighborhood attended the ice cream social Thursday night at Cyrus Buxton’s and Friday night at Herbie Wilcox’s... Earl Cheeseman is at camp with the farm boys at Pine Lake. — (Quailtrap) Lots of rain and warm weather in this neighborhood. Everything growing nicely at present. — (Maple Grove Center) There will be no Sunday School at the M. E. Church next Sunday, as several intend to go to Eaton Rapids to camp meeting.. .Clare McIntyre is on a trip to the resorts in nor­ thern Michigan this week... Merle Mason had the misfor­ tune to lose a cow last week. — (Martin Comers) Mrs. Anna Endsley has been at her son Gordon’s several days the past week to help during threshing...Melvin Whestone Continued on next page— �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1991 — Page 5 Tips to help your cows beat the summer heat Gardners to celebrate golden anniversary H IS? IS hbijs h2^< Gaylord and Bernita Gardner will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house Sunday, August 4, from 2 to 5 p.m. at their home at 2870 Mason Road, Vermontville. Gaylord and Bernita Flory were married at her parents' home in Castleton Township on Aug. 2, 1941. Their children are Doug and Judy Gardner, hosting the open house, and Dwight and Debbie Gardner. The Gardners request no gifts, just your presence. J ** * <U*«J «J L L “^Wnkm m ^swa!i]B£ kqiifyi - M Vamt MuDiitatal ■ tola, fthfc *«!6!wKhi tta feo te® « isiMSttet fi jtxtatiiawiS 4 tat. it tail t tuijiraiiM ■ '■ Ht '■ s. m Dtfc d to B tflE!S3i2^ffl II Ltti mi mi" >■$» >■*$» 5 5-*; ^ 5^ ! l fzv % 1 Zlrlr % $$ $w$ w The annual teen dance at the Eaton County 4-H Fair is set for Friday, July 26, from 9 to 11:30 p.m. in the upstairs of the 4-H Building. The dance is sponsored by the Eaton County 4-H Ad­ visory Council. Doug Pennington, from Pure Energy, will be playing favorites from top 40 to rock. Eaton County 4-H teens 13 to 19 years old and guests are invited. 4-H members must show their 4-H fair passes for ad­ mittance to the dance. $100 a title. No experience. Call 1-900-847-7878 ($0.99/min.) or Write: PASE H5842, 161 S. Lincolnway, N. Aurora, IL. 60542. IS i Barry County Extension I Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: July 20 - State 4-H Dog Show, MSU. August 7 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. August 19 - 4-H/FFA Livestock Appreciation Banquet, 7 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH MMH ST?£€T vaMonTMiuc. Michigan 49096 wucTioneeRs g rcntorsI MSHVJIILC L£ (517) 852-1717 •JUST LISTED! •Approx. 40 acres with a remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath home w/fireplace •Large deck, barns •Owner might consider selling a building site off this property •Call for details (CH-111) •Approx. 4 acres of land goes with this attractive country home (CH-105) •Priced to sell! •Nice corner lot goes with this home with garage (N-79) •CHARLOTTE — approx. 10 acres of land •Excellent location — 3 bedroom home with outbuildings (CH-108) •Lovely country home on approx. 10 acres - 4 bedrooms •Large garage (CH-107) READ BOOKS FOR PAY! k teJIKUtS! *1^ riikhkl’^ j)jiw jjiw jiw intake. More information about reducing heat stress in dairy cattle is available from the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte, 48813. Teen dance planned snapshots! No experience. $900.00 per 100., Call 1-900-230-3636 ($0.99/min.) or Write: PASE Q5842, 161 S. Lincolnway, N. Aurora, IL. 60542. ■tahini k - (Mora) W tifntjtaipiii nU.MW’1 potassium lost during heat stress because more rations in Michigan already contain more potassium than cows need. • Feed one quarter pound of sodium bicarbonate per cow per day to increase feed National Ads i muniicr L iniifcP 11 in a shaded area. • Feed cows more than twice a day and at times of greatest activity, such as dur­ ing or after milking, to in­ crease feed intake. • Feed high rather than low quality feeds to increase the amounts of nutrients the animals consume. • Too much grain may cause digestive upset, which will reduce feed intake. • Consider feeding one to 1 xh pounds of fat per day. Fat digestion produces less body heat than other feedstuffs. Sources of fat include whole soybeans, cotton seed, liquid animal fats and commercial rumen-protected fats. •Do not increase potassium levels to offset GET PAID for taking easy SlfjMJSEI I When the temperature ap­ proaches 75 degrees F, milk production can drop up to 10 percent per cOw. Herbert Bucholtz, Michigan State ■ University Extension dairy specialist, explains that milk production decreases as the temperature rises because cows are uncomfortable and eat less. Reduced feed intake results in decreased nutrient intake, which lowers milk production, reduces fetal growth and alters the cows’ hormonal status. Bucholtz recommends the following to help reduce dairy cow heat stress: • Get as much ventilation through the bam as possible. Consider removing the bam sidewalls. Contact the county Extension office for more information.! • Provide shade over the feed bunk to encourage eating. Cows are being thoroughly soaked to the skin. A light mist covering the cows will insulate them, making them hotter than they would have been without the misting system. • Provide plenty of water Memories of the post, those who threshed last week... The Galloway-Euper school reunion is this week Wednesday at Saddlebag Lake. — (West Vermontville) Ernest Offley and family at­ tended the circus at Lansing last Wednesday... Frieda Surine of Western State Nor­ mal spent the weekend at home... Ed Eddington and lit­ tle son of Potterville and Charles Surine and family motored to Kalamazoo Sun­ day and attended a reunion of relatives. — (North Kalamo) A near hurricane swept through North Kalamo Thursday mor­ ning, laying the com flat, breaking over trees and blow- Ain’t It Great To Be 38 Happy Birthday KIMMY Your Loving Family July 27th •IONIA AREA — approx. 17 acres of land goes with this 3 bedroom home (CH-109) •Land contract terms! *117 acre farm with approx. 23 acres of timber •Four bedrooms, pole barn (F-50) continued from page 4 has been tussling with poison ivy...It was decided at school meeting to have the school basement cemented. James Tyler of Woodland has been engaged to do the work...It is regretted that so few attended the Ladies’ Aid Wednesday at the Martin church, as some of the Welcome ladies came and gave us a splendid program. — (North Castleton) It is raining easy now, despite the long drought in the forepart of the season. Com is growing and bids fair to be a good crop, if we don’t get hail...Machines are threshing grain out of the fields. Casgo Smith, Torrence Townsend and Dan Green are among ing off bam doors... George Tubbs is having asphalt roofs put on some of his out buildings. A Lansing flrm is doing the work. — (Dayton Corners) Several from this way attend­ ed the Birthday Club party at Robert Price’s Tuesday even­ ing... Miss Dora and Victor Baas and Cecil Williams are spending several days with Wesley Worst and family at Morrison Lake. — (Four Comers) The Bir­ thday Club spent Sunday in Lansing with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Fruin and Mr. and Mrs. Clair Mosher. — (Guy Comers) Mr. and Mrs. Vem Bivens spent Sun­ day with the latter’s cousins, at Clear Lake. — (John Wesley’s Comers) Miss Beatrice Mix, who has been ill this week, is much better and is spending the weekend with her Grandma Mix in Nashville... A large party of relatives from Indiana spent the weekend at Nathaniel Lykins’... Several from this way attended the Hunt Stock Co. show at Ver­ montville Monday night... Not much news this week, the electrical storm put the telephones out of commission. •Beautiful pond — approx. 20 acres of land go with this large home (CH-106) •Excellent ranch home with fireplace and beautiful kitchen •Great land contract terms with only 15% down to qualified buyer (M-37) L-98. Approx. 4 acres of land — nice, high location for building. Land contract terms. •Wonderful family home with 4-6 bedrooms, lots of remodeling and redecorating completed, garage, fenced back yard (N-78) 80 ACRES OF LAND L-97. & L-96. 33 acres & 66 acres in the Clarksville area. Can be split. Good land contract terms. SOLD AT AUCTION ON JULY 10! and large brick home. — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Chris ChrisStanton Stanton543-0598 543-0598 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Cindy Doolittle 726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1991 — Page 6 Area 4-Hers sell livestock at annual Barry County Fair Purchasing Amy Pennington's hog was Glenn and Julie Stoneburner of Stonebumer Farms. The hog weighed 210 pounds and sold for $1.70. Jessica Pennington of Nashville sold this hog to Pat Buckland of Buckland Insurance Agency for $1.70 per pound. The hog weighed 210 pounds. Jesse Snow sold his 1,170-pound steer to Farmers Feed Service, represented here by Shirley Drake, for $1.15 a pound at the Barry County Fair's annual fatstock auction Friday. MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate Matthew Pennington's hog sold to Pat Buckland of Buckland Insurance Agency. to Habegger Construction for $1.05 per pound. Pictured with Cynthia is Steve Habegger. MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852*1915 or Phone 852-1916 Homer Winegar, GRI Broker (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available HMS JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR DOC OVERHOLT SANDY LUNDQUIST DON STEINBRECHER GARRY KNOLL JERI BAKER TIM BURD 726-0223 852-1740 852-1543 852-1784 .Eves. 852-0786 726-1171 ....... 852-2012 .Eves. NEW LISTING: 100 ACRES - GOOD on this 100 plus acres of beautiful rolling woodland with over 1000 ft. of lake frontage on a private lake — Many building sites or build a perfect sportsmen's lodge close to Battle Creek. Call Don. (VL-387) HUNTING & FISHING NEAR MAPLE VALLEY HIGH 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, 1987 Redman Manufactured Home. Out­ buildings & fruit trees. Nice "country setting." Land con­ tract terms. $44,900! (CH-377) SCHOOL ON 7 ACRES - 5 ACRES ■ $35,0001 BELLEVUE "Starter home," good location, '/> mi. east of M-66, easy access to Pennfield or Battle Creek. Occupancy at close!! Call Don. (CH-383) SCHOOLS NEEDED! Good "marketable” properties for This hog, owned by Jesse Snow of Nashville, sold to Great Lakes BankCorp represented by Patty Woods, Colleen and Molly, for $1.50 per pound. “qualified" buyers — country homes on small acreage, Maple Valley School District and homes in Nash­ ville or Vermontville. Please give us a call H you are thinking of selling! VACANT LAND VERMONTVILLE - 9 ROOMS, 2 3 Built in 1984. 2 baths, large family room, 2 buildings (garage & work­ shop), 24x36 and 30x40. Good arrangement for truck driver or antique car collector. Call for more details! Occupancy at close! (V-385) BEDROOM RANCH - 80 ACRE FARM NORTH OF NASH­ 2 story, 3 bedroom home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog barn, 36x48 basement barn. Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) VILLE - ACRES (APPROX.| ON 20 ACRES - PRICE M-66 (VL-368) south of Nashville. REDUCED! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 NEAR VERMONTVILLE: at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS $69,900! EAST OF VERMONTVILLE Built in 1972. New oak kitchen, nice fenced yard with trees, 2 car garage, plus extra 32x24 gar­ age. 22 miles to Lansing Mall. Maple Valley Schools. k (CH-386) • 3 BEDROOM RANCH - 120 ACRES BELLEVUE - 3 BED­ ROOM HOUSE & FARM BUILDINGS $108,000! Land contract terms! Additional 40 acres of vacant land available at $28,000! Perks o.k. for septic — land contract terms. 15 miles north of Battle Creek, 30 miles to Lansing. (F-384) 10 ACRE PARCELS - Three to choose from - blacktop road near Vermontville. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 40 Hastings Mutual Insurance Company �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1991 — Page 7 Shirley Drake of Farms Feed Service bought this hog from Matthew France of Nashville for $1.30 per pound. Jacob Snow sold his 245 pound hog to Barb and Sandy Schondelmayer for $1.40 per pound. Janice Mater of Nashville sold this 230 pound hog to DVT Electric for $2 per pound. Pictured with Janice is Jerry TeBos. Ben Snow of Nashville sold his hog to Sue Gross of Citizens Elevator for $1.50 per pound. Chrystal Hubka of Nashville sold this pig to K&M Meats, represented by Mike Kerjes. Matthew Pennington's hog sold to David Slocum of Slocum Livestock Farms at the Barry County Fair. The pig weighed 215 pounds and sold for $1.80 a pound. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thru Friday. MAJOR NATIONAL BANK CARD reguardless of previous credit'rating, 100% guaranteed, no risk, call now for information. 9am to 4pm, 616-795-6010. R O O FIN G - S IDIN G - Dan Potter of Nashville sold this 200 pound hog to Dwight Newton and Rick James of the Electric Motor Service. REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY C O N S T R U C T I O N 1-517-852-9945.____________ Off Mylanta Efferdent Wart .5 oz. Double Strength Tablets 24’s Cleaning Tablets 60’s VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Pets Diana’s Place P ' Professional Styling for the Whole Family I OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday * Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. Owner Diana Kuempel 852-9481 PET GROOMING, most breeds. 517-852-0728. Miscellaneous THREE WHEELERS 1983 Yamaha 200, $550. Only selling because ofwife allergies: Dutch­ west woodstove $800, Brier Elete woodstove $200, 16 face cord wood $35 face cord. Round maple pedistal table, one leaf $100. 517-852-9596. For Sale DOBERMAN PUPPIES for sale, black and tan,'4 reds, $50. 852-1650 after 6p.m. Antiques 7th Annual Nashville LIONS CLUB Golf Tournament - 2 PERSON SCRAMBLE- Saturday, July 27 • 9:00 AM Starting Time at MULBERRY FORE Sign up at the Golf Course or Phone 852-0760 for details & to enter. OLD ORIENTAL RUGS wanted any size or condition. Call 1-800-443-7740. For Rent 2 BEDROOM one bath apart­ ment with refrigerator and stove, water included, $300 month. 852-9873. Garage Sale GARAGE SALE Nashville, 1/4 mile north on M-66, Fri., July 26, 9-5, Sat., July 27, 9-4. Aqua Fresh Toothpaste 6.4 oz. or Pump 4.6 oz. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1991 — Page 8 More livestock sales, from page? This hog, owned by Cynthia Potter, sold to Jane DeBot of Hastings City Bank. Eberhard Food Center, represented by Brent VanBuren, purchased this hog, owned by Ben Snow. Crystal Hubka of Nashville sold this hog to Jim Couchenour for $1.40 per pound at 240 pounds. Robert Picking of Hastings City Bank purchased this lamb from Andrea Kreps of Nashville. Barrett Noggle of Nashville sold this hog to Jackie Steeby of Shadow Valley Suffolks. Jack and Cody Finkbeiner of Felpausch Food Center purchased this hog from Jacob Snow of Nashville for $1.40 per pound, weighing 200 pounds. Civil War artifacts on display at Charlton Park NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON INCREASING PROPERTY TAXES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on July 29,1991, at 7:00 o’clock p.m. at the office of the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools will hold a public hearing on the levying in 1991 of an additional proposed millage rate of 1.79 mills for operating purposes pursuant to Act 5, Public Acts of Michigan, 1982. The Board of Education has the complete authority to establish that 29.01 mills be levied in 1991 from within its present authorized millage rate. The maximum additional proposed millage rate would in­ crease revenues for operating purposes from ad valorem pro­ perty tax levies in 1991 otherwise permitted by Act 5, Public Acts of Michigan, 1982, by eight percent (8%). If the additional proposed millage rate is not approved, the school district’s revenue for the 1991-1992 fiscal year will be one percent (1%) higher than the school district’s revenue for the immediately preceding fiscal year. State aid to the district would also be reduced by five (5%) if the authorized millage rate is not levied. The purpose of the hearing is to receive testimony and discuss the levy of an additional millage rate. Not more than ten (10) days after the public hearing, the Board of Educa­ tion may approve all or any portion of the proposed addi­ tional millage rate. The date and location that the Board of Education plans to take action on the resolution approving the additional proposd millage rate will be announced at the public hearing. This notice is given by order of the Board of Education. Beatrice Pino, secretary As part of the recent re­ creation of the Battle of Vicksburg/Civil War Muster at Charlton Park, additional materials were selected from the collections to complement a long-term display of Civil War materials in. the Museum’s exhibition gallery. Along with the permanent display, these artifacts and documents illustrate three ma­ jor periods in a service member’s life: his active ser­ vice in the “War Between the States,” life on the homefront during the war, and the honors and financial assistance provided to the veteran after the conflict. • In addition to the military objects in this display, ar­ chival documents such as muster rolls, quartermaster and pension records, and per­ sonal letters all provide an in­ sight into the lives of the soldiers and their families. This timely display of ob­ jects from another military conflict, possibly our nation’s most traumatic, since it saw a nation divided, will be on display at Charlton Park Museum through the end of August. The Museum is located at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road in Hastings, just offM-79 bet­ ween Hastings and Nashville. The Museum is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mike Smith of Smith Appraisal Service bought this lamb from Karla Kay Hughes of Nashville. Rick James of James Taxidermy bought this pig from Dan Potter of Nashville for $1.55. Boating safety course offered A boating safety training course will be held July 30 and 31 in the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department Training Room, 1025 Independence Blvd., Charlotte. Completion of the course will enable power boaters 11 to 15 years of age to operate vessels, which under Michigan law would other­ wise require them to be 16 or older to pilot. Though this is the targeted age group, everyone is invited to attend. Students who pass the class will be issued Michigan Safe Boater Certificates their “boat driver’s licenses.” All materials will be provid­ ed and there is no charge for the class. For further information, contact the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department at 517-543-3512 or 372-8217. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1991 __Page 9 Joel Butler of Nashville bought this lamb, owned by Barrett Noggle of Nashville. For life’s little disappointments .! X ” f-----*KWI5.r! 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EVEN WHEN CONDITIONS AREN’T PROMISING THORNAP,PLE VALLEY /nc. 1690 South M-37 Hastings 3 Miles North of I-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml » 616-527-2724 (616) 945-9526 Fri Fri. �The Maple VaHey News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1991 — Page 10 MAPLE VALLEY Board of Education Administration Building, 7 p.m., July 8, 1991 Present: J. Krolik, B. Leep, B. Pino, H. Stewart, D. Tuckey, O. Parks. Absent: T. Spoelstra. 1. Opening: The meeting was called to order by Superintendent Parks and a roll call vote was taken for attendance which is listed above. Time: 7:01 p.m. Administrators present: Larry Lenz, Nancy Potter, Ozzie Parks, Gerald Aldrich. 2. Vacancy: There was consensus of the Board to fill the vacancy left by Wm. Flower before electing officers. All letters were read from the vacancy candidates and questions were answered. A motion was made by Leep and supported by Tuckey to nominate Mrs. Lynn Mengyan to fill the vacancy. Vote was as follows: Krolik, Leep, Pino and Tuckey in favor of L. Mengyan. Abstain: Stewart. Absent: Spoelstra. 3. Mrs. Lynn Mengyan appointed to fill vacancy. President: Nomination made by Pino to nomi­ nate J. Krolik as President. J. Krolik declined the nomination. Nomination made by Krolik, supported by Tuckey to nominate H. Stewart as President. Vote was as follows: Krolik, Mengyan, Pino and Tuckey in favor of H. Stewart as President. Abstain: Stewart. Absent: Spoelstra. 4. H. Stewart elected as President. Mr. Stewart presided over the meeting beginning at 7:17 p.m. Vice-President: Nomination made by Stewart, supported by Tuckey to nominate J. Krolik as Vice-President. Vote was as follows: Leep, Mengyan, Pino, Stewart and Tuckey in favor of J. Krolik as Vice-President. Abstain: Krolik. Absent: Spoelstra. J. Krolik elected as Vice-President. 5. Secretary: Nomination made by Leep to nominate B. Pino as Secretary. Mrs. Pino had a question regarding job duties of the Secretary. Mrs. Pino accepted the nomination. The vote was as follows: Krolik, Leep, Mengyan, Stew­ art and Tuckey in favor of B. Pino as Secretary. Abstain: Pino. Absent: Spoelstra. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. B. Pino elected as Secretary. Treasurer: Nomination made by Krolik to nominate L. Mengyan as Treasurer. The vote was as follows: Krolik, Leep, Pino, Stewart and Tuckey in favor of L. Mengyan as Treasurer. Abstain: Mengyan. Absent: Spoelstra. L. Mengyan elected as Treasurer. Board Meetings: A motion was made by Pino and supported by Tuckey to hold the regular meetings of the Board of Education in the Administration Building giving authorization to the President or Superintendent to move the meeting to the high school library with prior notice. The meetings will be held on the second Monday of each month beginning at 7:00 p.m. and finishing no later than 11:00 p.m. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. Depository: A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Mengyan to approve Hastings City Bank as depository of school funds and checking accounts for the 1991-92 school year. Ayes:- All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. Auditors: A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Mengyan to approve Foote, Illes & Lloyd as school auditors again for the 1991-92 school year. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. Legal Retainer: A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Mengyan to approve Thrun, Maatsch & Nordberg, P.C. as school attorneys and counselors at law for the 1991-92 school year. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. Memberships: A motion was made by Pino and supported by Leep to continue memberships membership with the following: MASB, Informula School District Caucus and Eaton County School Boards Association. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. A motion was made by Mengyan and supported by Krolik to continue membership with MHSAA and adopt the resolution. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. 12. Committees: There was consensus of the board to have the policy committee meet and review Superintendent Parks' recommended All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. changes regarding the committee titles and return with a recommendation to the Board. At this time, however, the committee titles shall remain as they have been in the past. The committees are as follows: Organizational Minutes Labor Management Finance Lynn Mengyan-Chairperson Lynn Mengyan-Chairperson David Tuckey John Krolik David Tuckey Ted Spoelstra Facilities and Equipment David Tuckey-Chairperson Ted Spoelstra Beatrice Pino Policies and Curriculum Beatrice Pino-Chairperson Bonnie Leep John Krolik 23. Public Relations Bonnie Leep-Chairperson Lynn Mengyan Harold Stewart A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Leep to accept the resignation of Assistant Principal/Athletic Director William Rivest. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spolestra. Motion carried. Athletic Council John Krolik-Chairperson Ted Spolestra Harold Stewart A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Tuckey to accept the resignation of Holly Rivest. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spolestra. Motion carried. Transportation Ted Spolestra-Chairperson Bonnie Leep Harold Stewart 13. Representatives: A motion was made by Leep and supported by Stewart to have Secretary B. Pino be the representative for the Board on behalf of MASB. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Stewart to have Vice-President J. Krolik be the representative for the Board on behalf of the Eaton County School Boards Association. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. 14. Compensation of board members: A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Mengyan to continue past practice with $200.00 per annum for each board member serving on the board, paid in a lump sum in June of said school year. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spolestra. Motion carried. 15. Publication: A motion was made by Pino and supported by Krolik to keep two updated copies of Michigan General School Laws in the Administration Office for the Board's reference. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spolestra. Motion carried. Superintendent Parks informed the Board of other valuable publications. He recommended that Board members take time to look over the publications. 16. Notebooks: A motion was made by Tuckey and supported by Leep to furnish notebooks to board members who want to have one to store* their board materials. Ayes: Leep, Pino, Stewart and Tuckey. Nays: Krolik and Mengyan. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. 17. Priority goals and objectives: A motion was made by Stewart to table the issue of priority goals and objectives until the next meeting. The motion died due to lack of support. A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Tuckey to have a special meeting to discuss the issues of Goals and Objectives. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spolestra. Motion carried. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Tuckey to hold the special meeting to discuss Goals and Objectives and Truth in Taxation on July 29, 1991 at 7:00 p.m. in the Administration Office. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion car­ ried. Approval of minutes: A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Mengyan to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held June 17, 1991. Ayes: Krolik, Leep, Mengyan, Stew­ art and Tuckey. Abstain: Pino. Absent: Spoels­ tra. Motion carried. Bills: After various questions were answered, a motion was made by Krolik and supported by Leep to approve the passing on bills payable in the amount of $50,966.04. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion car­ ried. Payroll: A motion was made by Pino and supported by Krolik to approve the transfer from general fund to the payroll account for the June 28, 1991 payroll in the amount of $23,336.38. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spolestra. Motion carried. Communications: There were no communica­ tions at this time. Reports: Superintendent Ozzie Parks gave the superintendent's report to the Board including updates of projects and happenings. Larry Lenz gave the Board an update on a break-in at the high school on June 18, 1991. A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Tuckey to have Superintendent Parks provide the Board with a recommendation for a new security system including costs. Ayes: Principal Potter informed the Board a former Maple Valley elementary teacher passed away. The Board suggested a donation in memory of June Wallace to Putnam Public Library. Resignations: A motion was made by Pino and supported by Mengyan to regretfully accept the resignation of Sue Steffel. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. There was consensus of the Board to have Principal Larry Lenz narrow down the applica­ tions for assistant principal/athetlic director and set up interviews with the Labor Man­ agement Committee. 24. Assistant Cook: A motion was made by Mengyan and supported by Krolik to accept the recommendation of the administrative staff to hire Donna Mahon as the assistant cook at Maplewood Elementary School. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. 25. Releases to other districts: A motion was made by Tuckey and supported by Mengyan to release Daniel McFall for his senior year in the Charlotte School District. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spolestra. Motion car­ ried. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. A motion was made by Leep and supported by Pino to release Angie Delong to the Hastings School District. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. Tuition Students: A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Leep to accept tuition students at the same amount as the 1990-91 school year for the 1991-92 school year: Elementary students - $13.00 Jr.-Sr. High School - $99.00. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. Photography bids: A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Tuckey to accept the low bid of Bultman Studios for photography services. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. Purchase for Tech. Lab: A motion was made by Krolik and supported by Pino to recommend that Maple Valley Computer Center provide the purchases for the Technology Lab equip­ ment. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelestra. Motion carried. Outcome-based workshop proposal: A motion was made by Pino and supported by Leep stating that the OBE program be put into effect this summer for the amount stated of $4200.00 pending union approval. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion car­ ried. Kellogg School principal: A motion was made by Tuckey and supported by Krolik to have the issue of hiring a principal for the Kellogg School sent to the Finance Committee for a recommendation and return a decision to the Board. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. Chapter I Director: A motion was made and supported by Leep to take sufficient funds from Chapter I monies to compensate a part-time director. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. Administrators' Association request: A motion was made by Mengyan and supported by Leep to refer the issue of residency to the Policy Committee. Ayes: All present. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Motion carried. Truth in Taxation: A motion was made by Leep and supported by Krolik to schedule the Truth in Taxation hearing and post appropriate notices on July 29, 1991 at 7:00 p.m. in the Administration Office. Library Proj. Proposal: There was consensus of the Board to reconsider the library project proposal. Adjournment: A motion was made by Pino to adjourn the meeting. Time: 11:16 p.m. Motion died due to lack of support. There was more discussion regarding the library project proposal. . A motion was made by Mengyan and supported by Leep to adjourn the meeting. Time: 11:26 p.m. Ayes: Krolik, Leep, Mengyan, Pino, Stewart and Tuckey. Nays: None. Absent: Spoelstra. Meeting adjourned. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. July 23, 1991 — Page 11 Jodi Wilson and James Speck exchange vows Nashville area Barry County Fair winners announced— Nashville area winners at the Barry County Fair are (first row, from left) Ben Snow, swine; Matt Pennington, small engines; Jessie Pennington, dairy and swine, Kathleen Anderson, rabbits; (second row) Cynthia Potter, swine, Andrea Hubka, swine; Crystal Hubka, livestock judging; and Steve Hay, dogs and woodburning. Potato research field days set for Aug. 22-23 Tours of potato research plots and demonstrations of harvesting equipment will be featured Aug. 22-23 during “Spudtacular,” an annual event highlighting potato research. Spudtacular will take place at the Montcalm Potato Research Farm at 4747 McBride Rd., near Entrican. The first day will feature ex­ hibits, tours and a hog roast. The second day, visitors can view demonstrations of harvesting equipment. The event opens at 9 a.m. and will feature about 40 exhibitors who will showcase sprayers, insect vacuums, agricultural chemicals, potato seed and other potato-related items. The research tours will begin at 12:30 p.m. Aug.2 2. Along with research on genetically engineered Colorado beetle-resistant varieties, the tours will include variety trials, herbicide applications, nematode control, nitrogen management, COBB s. *p *1 m i|t ht phosphorus management, and potato breeding and research. Following the tours will be the hog roast. Reserved tickets can be purchased for $6. Send reservations and a check to the Michigan Potato Industry Commission (MPIC) at 13109 Schavey Rd., Suite #7, Dewitt, MI 48820. Tickets can also be purchased that day. The harvesting demonstrations will start at 9 a.m. on the second day. Visitors will also see the insect vacuum imple­ ment in action and the injec­ tion sprayer control unit. 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Pease Rd., Vermontville !<> Vermontville ^*S> s’<&w -li*- Mary Ann Neal and Richard Kibbey to wed July 27 William and JoAnn (Neal) Beachnau of Hastings are pleased to announce the engagement of JoAnn’s daughter, Mary Ann Neal, to Richard Allen Kibbey, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kibbey of Grand Rapids. Mary Ann is a 1982 graduate of Hastings and she now resides in Grand Rapids. A July 27 wedding is plann­ ed at St. Mary Magdalen, Grand Rapids. Kellogg of St. Luois, Mo. was the groomsman, and ushers were James Wilson, brother of the bride, and Todd Dupont. After the ceremony a dinner reception was held at the Vik­ ing Steak House in Jackson, after which the couple left for Minnesota on a short honeymoon. Jodi and Jim are both graduates of Michigan Tech University and are employed in Minneapolis, where they will be making their home. Special guests at the wed­ ding were the grandparents of the bride, Emma Mattson of Grayling, and Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Barrett of Nashville, and the groom’s grandmother, Jeanette Rivers, of Minnesota. Zavtra Adams and Steve Sage united A pretty lawn wedding was held July 13 at the Vermont­ ville home of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict when their granddaughter Zavtra Adams was united in marriage to Steve Sage in front of a white arbor decorated with white and purple flowers and ribbons. Zavtra was escorted to the arbor by her grandfather, Lyle Adams. During the service, Steve’s father, John Sage, sang with guitar accompani­ ment Zavtra’s uncle, ment, uncle Roger Adams, read a poem “Love” written by Zavtra *s late father, -Fred Adams. Cherry Adams sang a love song. About 125 guests enjoyed a buffet luncheon, after which the happy couple opened their gifts and then left on a short honeymoon in Northern Michigan. They will make their home in Lansing. 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The bride, given in mar­ riage by her parents, John and Jean Wilson of Whitmore Lake, Mich., was attended by Kathy Sidnam of Detroit as maid of honor. Julie Speck, sister of the groom, of New York, served as bridesmaid, and Terri and Andrea Speck, cousins of the groom were the flower girls. The groom, son of James and Marilyn Speck of Green Bay, Wise., had his brother, Todd Speck of Green Bay, served as best man. Keith Asphalt Based Aluminum Roof Coating.................... seals. *29" Lawn Fertilizer 20-5-5 or 10-6-4 Weed 'N Feed.......... choice’4" Fuller 10" Pipe wrenches.. eas800 Apco Light Bulbs no, 60,75 or Sts 3.5 hp Poulan Lawn Mowers $119" 100 watt 4 Pk..................................... ^' 7 webbed Lawn Chairs ea.®1088 Rustoleum wood saver and other Paints...... 1/j Off webbed Chaise Lounges. Prices good VJ until July 31st ea.s2288 Doug and Julie Durkee VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 726-1121 Mon.-FH. 8:306; ; Sal. 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 .ea’149 10’xl2’ Storage 8’x8’ Storage HOMETOWN: LUMBER YARD 219 SOUTH STREET, NASHVILLE 852-0882 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1991 — Page 12 July story hours at area libraries entertain Maple Valley area kids by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Maple Valley youngsters in both Nashville and Vermont­ ville have been turning out in large numbers for weekly ses­ sions of the Children’s Sum­ mer Story Hour. The annual events started July 9 at Nashville’s Putnam Public Library and July 10 at Mildred Allen Memorial Library in Vermontville, and will run on consecutive Tuesdays and Wednesdays, respectively, throughout the month. At Nashville, the time is 10 to 11:30 a.m.; at Vemontville, 2 to 3 p.m. Attendance at both locations has averaged more than 30 children per week. While this is a normal amount for Nashville, the Vermontville library is experiencing what is probably its greatest atten­ dance in the history of Story Hour. “This is the largest turnout I can ever remember,” said Mary Fisher, a member of the sponsoring Vermontville Seated among a cluster of attentive youngsters at Vermontville's Mildred Allen ~ Memorial Library last Wednesday is Kelly Hoefler, one of four volunteers helping with the weekly Story Hour program. A special presentation is planned for the final session next Wednesday afternoon, Darlene Scramlin (standing) reads to youngsters attending Children's Summer Story Hour in Nashville last week. The Tuesday morning sessions at Putnam Public Library continue through July, and are open to children ages 4 through fourth grade. Woman’s Club. Besides Fisher, other volunteers helping with the program are Kim Caudell, Cheryl Rathbum and Kelly Hoefler. At Vermontville, youngsters have enjoyed s t o r i e s, games and refreshments. A special treat is planned for the final session July 31. Magician Kevin St. Onge will perform at a show to be held on the library lawn if weather permits, or inside the opera house in case of rain. (See related story in this THE NO CHARGE CHARGE CARDS You charge with them and we don't charge for them There is no annual fee on our MASTERCARD or VISA Around the town or around the world - your Hastings City Bank MASTERCARD or VISA is your passport to worldwide credit. Give us a call or stop by any Hastings City Bank Office for an application. tfpiiitnu^ Cttv $aitk Middleville Bellevue 795-3338 763-9418 Nashville 852-0790 and activities enhanced by materials supplied by the American Dairy Association. At the first meeting, youngsters churned butter by shaking jarsful of cream. At last week’s session they en­ joyed eating the butter on crackers. “This ties in with their dairy studies,’’ said Scramlin. The Nashville youngsters will see a film and hear stories about saying “No” to drugs July 23. For their final session next Tuesday they will have a parade through the business district and bring sack lunches for a picnic on the library lawn. Milk will be furnished. New Extension Bulletin features tips for homeowners and gardeners Reducing insecticide applications while maintaining a beautiful home, yard and garden is the focus of a new Extension bulletin. The bulletin HYF-001, “Michigan Insect Pest Management Guide, 1991,” is available at the Eaton Coun­ ty Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice, 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte, 48813-1497. This bulletin challenges homeowners to use the same methods used by farmers to minimize environmental effects of insecticides while managing insect populations at an acceptable level. Use of these methods is called Integrated Pest Management Newest citizens Mr.and Mrs. Wallace Graham of Nashville are great grandparents for the first time with the arrival of Andrew, Aubrey and Lauren. The triplets were bom in Park View Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana on July 12th. Their parents are Stewart Jr. and Chris Graham. Andrew Michael weighed 3 lb. 3 ozs., Aubrey Elizabeth 3 lbs. 6 ozs. and Lauren Michelle 3 lbs. 8 ozs. Mrs. Verne Gutchess of Nashville is also a great grandmother to the triplets. TRIPLETS, (1PM), which includes mechanical, biological, cultural and chemical controls. The bulletin includes tips for scouting insects and the number of insects allowed before a pesticide should be applied. Proper pesticide selection, use, strorage, handling, mixing and disposal is also covered. Chemical and non-chemical control measures for vegetables, flowering plants, trees, shrubs, lawns and households are displayed in tables easy to follow. The cost of the bulletin is $1. Football practice to begin at M.V. August 12 Practice will begin for all Maple Valley jayvee and var-’ sity football players Aug. 12 at 8 a.m. The football prac­ tices will be held behind Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. If someone is new to Maple Valley please feel free to participate. If you have any questions call Coach Mittelstaedt (852-9510) or Coach St. Onge (948-8202). — NOTICE — To rent the Nashville Masonic Temple, please contact... — MEMBER FDIC — Hastings 945-2401 issue.) At Nashville, Story Hour is sponsored again this year by Friends of Putnam Public Library. Darlene Scramlin is acting as chairperson, assisted by Barbara Sandbrook and Librarian Duska Brumm. Also, several Nashville Girl Scouts are helping with the project to earn activity badges in their scouting program. “We are doing more fun things outdoors this year,” said Scramlin. “We are not leaning heavily on crafts (as in the past).” The first two sessions at Nashville centered on the dairy industry, with stories Caledonia Wayland 891-0010 792-6201 RICHARD GENTHER (517) 852-9853 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-07-30.pdf 646f9fe1f74f060ec195fad921739b23 PDF Text Text S>^l4ar>< ^8 ^893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 4905$ P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 1 — Tuesday, July 30, 1991 Sunshine party carries on a Vermontville tradition by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Another chapter was added Friday to a 53-year-old Ver­ montville tradition. Senior ladies of the community were entertained at the annual Sun­ shine Party, sponsored jointly by Vermontville’s United Methodist Church and First Congregational Church. The two congregations alternate as hosts from year to year. The 1991 party was held in the Griswold Room at First Congrgational. The annual celebration originated in 1938 and honors all older women of tha com­ munity. It is usually held the last Friday in July. This year, some 40 ladies were present for the occasion. Seventeen were singled out for special recognition because of their ages, which ranged from 80 to 91. “I just lived long, I guess,” joked Mildred Carey, a former schoolteacher who at age 91 was the oldest guest present. Born Mildred Granger in Kalamo, she grew up in the Vermontville area and lived there until recent years when she moved to Charlotte. She taught at See Sunshine, on page 2 The seven oldest ladies present at the party were, seated from I., Mildred Carey (91), Leta Nagle and Irma Joppie (both 89); standing from I., Mary Baker, Ruth Hatfield and Ruth Semrau, (all 88), and Margie Joppie (87). They were honored with flowers and special recognition. schools in Vermontville, Nashville and Charlotte, in addition to several rural locations. Many ofthe women present at the party were former schoolteachers. ‘‘You all look so young,” noted Martha Zemke, who acted as mistress of ceremonies. In addition to Mrs. Carey, the others receiv­ ing recognition were Irma Joppie and Leta Nagle, both 89; Ruth Hatfield, Ruth Semrau and Mary Baker, all 88; Margie Joppie, 87; Verna Frederick, 85; Viola Bennett, 83; Mary Shaw, Mabel Booher and Helen Todd, all 82; Carolyn Priddy, 81, and Iva Rogers, Wilma Kamin­ sky, Sarah Ames and Irma Schwab, all 80. The special honorees received' bouquets of flowers grown by Cindy Krolik. She and Joan Hasselback, party committee chairwoman, had arranged the bouquets as stun­ ning centerpieces for the tables. In addition to these two ladies, other committee members were Vicki Mansfield, Madeline Forest, Nina Reed, and Mary Fisher. Patty Cooley helped in the kitchen. A former Vermontville schoolteacher, Wilma Kamin­ sky of Hillsdale, traveled the farthest distance to attend the event. Other former local residents were present from Kalamazoo and Grand Ledge as well as Charlotte. Krolik and Fisher extended the official welcome to the guests; Fisher read the See Sunshine party, page 2 Nashville community center proposed senior citizen site by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer An active senior citizens group and a seldom-used Nashville community center soon may be paired to benefit the organization as well as the facility. The village council Thursday authorized its Buildings and Grounds com­ mittee to meet with the Barry County Commission on Aging to negotiate a proposed rental agreement. Martha Lee, supervisor of the Nashville COA Nutrition Site now located in the local Masonic Temple, and Tammy Pennington, director of the Barry County COA, were present at the council meeting to offer the proposal. “The community center would make a nice senior Nashville's old 1891 waterworks building, renovated as a community center in the late 1970s, has been proposed as a meeting site for local senior citizens. The interior of the historic building includes a fully equipped kitchen, a free standing fireplace, and hand-painted murals depicting early Nashville scenes. center, a place they could call their own,” said Lee. She pointed out changes that would be needed to bring the old village waterworks station up to code required for such use, including installation of vents in the restrooms and certain painting. Lee said some of the work could be done by the seniors. “The building is falling into disrepair,” agreed Village Clerk Rose Heaton. The sturdy brick structure on the comer of Main and Philadelphia streets-was built in 1891 to house the steamoperated pumps that lifted Nashville’s early municipal water supply from the Thor­ napple River to a tower located in Waterworks (now Putnam) Park. The building had not been used as a pump­ ing station for many years before it was renovated in the late 1970s with funds provid­ ed by a federal block grant. Since then, the community center has filled various needs. Starting in July 1980, the village council used it as a meeting hall until they moved to their present quarters in the former Irene’s Beauty Shop because of its proximity to of­ ficial files and records stored in the adjacent village hall. The community center also has been rented on a daily basis to private parties for various gatherings. Harold Christiansen, former Nashville village president and longtime community volunteer, has had the responsiblity of handling rentals and upkeep of the building. Lee said after she learned that Christiansen’s health may pre­ vent his continued service in that role, she had the idea of local senior citizens taking over the building for daytime weekday use in exchange for its upkeep and management. The building still would be available for rental to private parties evenings and weekends, council. Lee told the “The Club 60 (as the local group calls itself) that meets here in Nashville is a very ac­ tive one,” said Pennington. She told the council she favors the proposal because it would provide the seniors with quarters that are available more hours per day than they presently have at the Masonic Temple quarters. Pennington said that with council approval she would be willing to develop a board to oversee policy governing use of the community center. She See community, on page 2 In This Issue... • Nashville Boy Scouts attend summer camp • Barry County Fair winners announced • One man recycler needs help �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1991 — Page2 Senior center, continued from front said the proposal made Thurs­ day was only preliminary as it had not yet been prese'nted to the board of dirpctors^of the Barry County COA. Nashville senior citizens meet daily for their noon meal Monday through Friday of each week.The food is prepared and delivered through the COA, with serv­ ing and clean-up handled at the local site. A modem kit­ chen was added to the com­ munity center during the restoration project. Pennington said the activities and other programs that round out the daily meetings of the seniors could be enhanced in the new site because ofextended hours that the facility would be available for their use. She added that at the Masonic Temple site the seniors often are stuck with cleaning up messes left by private parties who rent the facility. She suggested a refundable surety deposit for private use of the community center. In other business Thursday, the council conducted a public hearing to allow village pro­ perty owners to comment on a proposed sidewalk improve­ ment project, but none showMiiiiiiiiaaaiiaiiiaaaiiaim Maple Valley Athletic Boosters S BINGO | MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA 2 THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.fii Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 g ■aaaaaaaaaaa • iaaaaaaaaaaiiaaa" ed up. The council proposes to undertake a large scale replacement of sidewalks in bad repair, but finds the needs exceeds the means. In June the council allocated one mill of its street depart­ ment budget to a special fund for sidewalk replacement, generating about $9,750 for the project. Under the present procedure, homeowners must foot half the cost of replace­ ment for sidewalks fronting their properties. If payment is not made in a timely manner, the assessment is added to their property taxes. “ Should we sweep across town (in a systematic manner) or just do the worst sidewalks first?” asked Village Presi­ dent Ray Hinckley. That is the question the council had hoped the public would help them decide at the public meeting. “I don’t see any sense in going to the public again,” said Trustee Sue VanDerkse, expressing disappointment that no property owners show­ ed up for the posted hearing. “I’d like to see us go on the basis of need,” said Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer. Refreshments were served at tables decorated with lovely bouquets of homegrown flowers arranged by committee members. Sunshine Party, from front page— Since that opinion was the consensus ofthe council, Hin- the last party; and Helen ckley appointed Trustee For- Boger led the devotions. rest Burd, head ofthe Dept, of Public Works committee, to ment project to take several conduct a personal survey of years. all village sidewalks to deter­ On another matter, the mine which ones will receive council learned Thursday that priority treatment. Council C-Tec Cable Systems of expects the complete replace- Michigan plans to raise its rates in Nashville in October. According to a letter from the company read by Heaton, the hike likely will be 3 to 8 per­ cent. The last increase was last December, when basic service rose from $16.50 to $18.95 per month. President Pro Tem Ted Spoelstra strongly expressed his displeasure with C-Tec, and added, “I would not even want to renew their contract. ’ ’ Heaton said C-Tec has nine more years on its franchise agreement with the village. Hinckley noted that recent reports show the average na­ tional rate for cable-TV ser­ vice is 36 channels for $17.50 per month. “We’re only getting 25 channels for $18.95,” said Hinckley. In other business, the council: — Discussed the problem of storage of cardboard col­ lected by Kent Mead for recycling. (See related story necrology in memory ofthose who have passed away since in this issue.) — Agreed to supply two port-a-johns for the weekend of the Nashville Harvest Festival celebration, Aug. 16 - 18. — Set a public hearing for 7 p.m. August 22 for the pro­ posed addition of a nuisance and abatement provision to the village’s junk car ordinance. — Instructed Heaton to send a letter to Village Zoning Administrator Tom Taylor drawing his attention to several reported violations of the village’s zoning ordinance. — Heard a report from Spoelstra that several memorial donations have been received by Lakeview Cemetery board for upkeep of the facility. The donations, said Spoelstra, apparently came because of recent publicity about the financial straits ofthe cemetery and the suggestion that memorial con­ tributions would be ap­ propriate tributes to the deceased. Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting .........7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR 09625735 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . .10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. . REV. RICHARD YOUNG Mildred Carey, 91, was honored as the oldest guest present at the 1991 Sunshine Party. Here, she receives a bouquet from Cindy Krolik, representing the hosting committee. Rev. Paul Mergner of the Congregational Church gave a program on the history of hymns, providing both an entertaining and enlightening presentation, and leading the ladies in singing several selections. Refreshments served by members ofthe committee in­ cluded cheesecake with a Nashville Baptist Church VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL “Bible Heros” Come meet one ofyour Bible heros... Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday • August 5, 6 & 7 • from 9 A.M. until NOON Ages Preschool thru 6th Grade Daily Crafts, Music & Snacks Wednesday 7 p.m. there will be a program & fellowship for all kids & parents QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:30 a.m. Worship............... 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available OFBARRYVILLE Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship Sun. School . .9:30 a.m. 1:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. Schoo 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 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 7p REV. ALAN METTLER choice ofblueberry, cherry or pineapple toppings. “We appreciate the ladies in these two churches who keep this tradition going,” said Zemke. She said it is never difficult to find volunteers who are willing to work on the Sunshine Party committee, because it is something they all enjoy doing. OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (14 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ........... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1991 — Page 3 Car Care Quiz offered for vacation travelers— Which two months are nortorious for traffic deaths? If your answer is July and August, you’r off to a good start on this car care quiz. Half again as many people will die on our nation’s highways in July as in February, ice road conditions notwithstanding. Mechanical neglect leads to inefficient, unsafe vehicles. Not only does this jeopardize the safety of drivers, passengers and surrounding vehicles, it also wastes fuel and adds to air pollution. To heighten public awareness of maintenance, Car Care Coun­ cil offers this multiple choice quiz. Questions may have more than one correct answer (or none). I. The vehicle defect most often reported in accident in­ vestigations is: a) leaking brake fluid b) Headlights out c) Worn tires. II. If your engine should overheat on the road you should immediately: a) Pull safely off the road, raise the hood and pour cold water on the radiator and engine b) Same as (a) but also pour water into the radiator; c) Drive to the nearest ser­ vice shop and have the ther­ mostat removed. III. In its publication, Safe Driver, National Safety Coun­ cil included a reader survey. Among the questions; “When do you get a tune-up?” Over Class of 1966 reunion set for Aug. 10 Maple Valley’s Class of 1966 will hold a reunion at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Vermontville Opera House. Organizers need help in locating a few “missing” classmates: Harold Helsel, Harold Hubka, Chris Martin, Herman Kruger, Allen Sim- 50 percent answered: a) At least annually b) When the car doesn’t run right c) with an oil change IV. Motorists were stranded more than 21 million times last year according to the American Automotive Assn. Most frequent reasons for emergency road service was: a) Out of gas b) Can’t start c) Locked out of car V. At 65 miles per hour you’ll need how many feet to bring your car to a stop? a) 110 feet b) 360 feet c) 420 feet. VI. Before towing camper, boat or other trailer on a trip, it’s recommended that you: chery will be from 1 to 3 p.m. 4-H members must compete in the county tournament to qualify for the State Shooting Sports Tournament Aug. 24 in Escanaba. For more information, con­ tact the Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. road, shut off the engine and allow it to cool down. Do not drive an overheated engine. A major leak may require tow­ ing to a service shop. Ifwater or antifreeze can be added safely, do so with the engine idling. Then proceed slowly to the nearest service facility where repairs can be made. HI. (a) is correct. 335 of Safe Driver readers say they get a tune-up yearly, 20% say twice a year. 14% have their engines tuned when they get the oil changed. Surprisingly, 33% admit they wait until there’s a problem (which means they have waited too long!). IV. (b) is correct. Nearly 40% of all emergency road calls reported by American Automotive Association were for cars that would not start. Some ofthese, no doubt, were among the above-mentioned 33% who wait until there’s a problem to get their car tuned up. V. (b), 190 feet, is correct. That’s an “aggressive” but not a panic stop, according to the experts. Since you’re covering 190 feet every 2 seconds at 65 mph, it’s clear that one needs good reflexes and strong brakes to drive safely at high speed. VI. (a) and (c) are correct. (Rotating worn tires to the front is a poor substitute for replacing them). When tow­ ing, it is advisable to service the engine and transmission and, if the load is substantial, to have an auxiliary transmis­ sion cooler installed. HOST FAMILIES NEEDED NOW! mons and Bob Schwab. Anyone who has informa­ tion on any of these in­ dividuals or wishes to know more about the upcoming reu­ nion may contact Linda Heinz ofVermontville (726-1153) or Pat Priddy of Nashville (852-0939). KEIICHIfrom JAPAN and many other international exchange students are arriving in late August and urgently need host families in the your community area for the 1991/92 school year. KEIICHI enjoys rugby, table tennis, and swimming. He hopes to become a mathematician or scientist. English is one of his favorite subjects at school. County shooting sports tourney set Eaton County 4-H shooting sports members will compete at the annual County Shooting Sports Tournament Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Bellevue Con­ servation Club. BB guns and firearms will be from 10 a.m. to noon. Ar- a) Change engine oil and filter b) Rotate worn rear tires to the front c) Service the transmission. Answers: I. (c) is correct, according to a Washington State Patrol investigation which showed 14% of the vehicles checked in fatal accidents had some type ofvehicle defect. 8% had worn or smooth treads. 2.5% had defective brakes, the next closest defect. Do a safety check on your vehicle before starting out on a trip, says Car Car Council. II. None is correct. Never remove the cap from a hot radiator. You could be scald­ ed. And cold water can ruirra hot engine. A correct answer would be to pull safely offthe KEIICHI from JAPAN Please call today if your family can host KEIICHI or one of our other international exchange students. All of our exchange students speak English, are good students, and are eager to learn about America. SHARE! your life with a boy or girl eager to join your family. CALL NOW FOR INFORMATION: (517) 726-1477 or l-(800)-321-3738 EROT/SHAKE! A non-profit student exchange program THE ROOFOVERYOUR HEAD TO PUT ‘iMy iWiiyWioijRliibciKET Iw - ■■■F When you need cash to pay bills, take a vacation, pay tuition, buy a boat — or just about any other reason — our Home Equity Loans have you covered. They're easy to apply for, quickly approved and, unlike most other loans, can give you ubstantial savings on income tax. Call or stop in for details Celebrating 54 Years of Progress Eaton Federal Bank FDIC INSURED FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: EQUAL H0WIIM LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1991 — Page 4 Festival opening, heat wave were top news stories 61 years ago Nashville was abuzz 61 year ago this week with preparations for the annual Harvest Festival. Concessionaires were busy erecting numerous stands and rides, and many former residents had already returned for the homecoming festivities. One of these was Claude Greenfield, local lad turned aviator, who offered rides in his bi-wing aircraft during the three-day celebration. Adding to the excitement was the lastminute announcement that the famed Kellogg Band of Battle Creek had agreed to perform at the festivities. Record water use due to skyrocketing temperatures also was a topic of discussion in The Nashville News ofJuly 31, 1930. Nashville Harvest Festival opens tomorrow Nashville’s annual Harvest Festival and Homecoming celebration is all set for the opening day tomorrow, when the program of fun and amusement will start in the morping, and last throughout Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Concessionaires who expect to operate stands, rides, etc., have been pulling into town all week, most of them pit­ ching camps in Putnam Park. Many ofthe large outfits have been unloaded on the streets and are now in the process of erection preparatory to the grand opening tomorrow. The streets will be roped off early Thursday morning so that traffic will not interfere with operation of the festival. The free act and bandstand is being erected between the C. T. Hess & Son and Zemer stores (on Maple Street near Main). Several excellent free acts have been booked at a cost of considerable money and these will show every afternoon and evening during the three days. The committee in charge ofthese features are confident they have the best display they ever booked. The homecoming feature is already being realized, several old timers and former residents being seen about the streets the past day or two. A registration booth is be­ ing set up in the downtown park, where all visitors are asked to register. It is exepcted several hundred names will be entered in the “Big Book.” The park will also be filled with seats where the crowd may rest a bit “bet­ ween times.” Among the sports to be featured for the three days are three ball games in which Nashville boys will meet teams from Woodland, Battle Creek and Bellevue. The local team is anticipating some tough competition and the fans are assured their money’s worth in every game. Water sports at the bridge will be another feature. In ad­ dition to the usual swimming (200- foot race for boys and girls) and diving stunts (pret­ tiest and clumsiest dives from bridge railing), Nashville firemen expect to stage a water battle with two hose lines in the south part of the village (south of the railroad tracks). There also will be boxing matches and flour blowing contests (for boys) for the amusement of both the contestants and the public. Substantial purses are being offered to the winners. At 10:30 Thursday morn­ ing, the annual pet parade will be staged. Children under 14 may take part in this event, which has proven a popular one. Prizes are also being of­ fered for the best entrant. The Nashville band will fur­ nish* music morning, after­ noon and evening, the morning concert taking place at 10 o’clock each day. A program of the various events and time at which they will occur is printed in a large advertisement on another page of the News. (Other activities listed in the ad included a 50-yard fat man’s race, ladies’ nail driving contest, blind man’s boat race, and a human wheelbarrow race. Top prizes in the various events ranged from $1.50 for flour-blowing to $5 for each winner of a 2-minute boxing bout.) Kellogg band will play here Saturday eve As a “last minute” feature on the Harvest Festival pro­ gram this year comes the an­ nouncement from the enter­ tainment committee that they have secured the famous Kellogg Band of Battle Creek to play a special concert from 7:30 to 9 o’clock Saturday. The committee had been trying to get the Battle Creek band for some time, but because of a full program of dates, they were unable to promise until the latter part of last week, when C. H. Dahlhouser of the program committeee received a letter from S. J. Huber of the Kellogg Company, advising that Saturday was open and they could come then if satisfactory. Mr. Dahlhouser immediately phoned them the committee’s acceptance, so that the festival audience is assured an additional treat... The Kellogg concert will precede the free acts Saturday evening. Upon the conclusion of their concert, the Nashville band will start playing for these acts. News that the Kellogg band will play is welcome throughout the community. They have played concerts in Hastings and Charlotte recent­ ly, drawing immense crowds to each city. Their band numbers more than 50 pieces, they play a high class ofmusic and play it well, so that an ex­ cellent concert is in store for The Nashville village band was to perform at daily shows during the 1930 festival. Musical entertainment also would be furnished by the famed Kellogg Band of Battle Creek appearing in a Saturday evening concert on the free stage downtown. The local band, seen here some 15 years earlier, was organized and led for many years by Hiram Walrath (fifth from left in front row), who was paid a small salary by the village. Nashville. Fly over Nashville, $1.50 (advertisement) Greetings to my friends in Nashville: I’m returning home, via the air lanes, for the big Home­ Coming celebration Thurs­ day, Friday and Saturday. Believing that no event of this sort is complete without flying activities, I’m bringing with me my new five-place, open Standard, one ofthe first large open planes built especially for passenger­ carrying. During the three days ofthe celebration, we will have our headquarters two miles east of Nashville, on the NashvilleVermontville Road at Sher­ man’s Comers. From this point we’ll take you for a thrilling, exhilarating spin over Nashville — at the bargain rate of $1.50. All the pleasurable sensa­ tions ofopen ship flying, with the comfort and ease and safe­ ty of cabin airplaning, will be experienced by those of you who ride in the Standard. It offers the last word in sky cruising. Come out to the field and see me during the celebration. Whether you fly or not, I’ll be deighted to have a chat with you and show you the ship. And I think, after you’ve seen the Standard, you’ll want to fly. Sincerely, C. A. (Buck) Greenfield, Greenfield Air Service, Inc., Moraine Field, Dayton, Ohio Good home cooking (advertisement) While you’re attending the Harvest Festival and Home Coming, eat your meals here. Bring your house guests here and save cooking and dishwashing. Then you’ll have all your time for visiting. Chicken dinner every day during the festival. Home cooking, pies baked in our own oven, cool drinks, and a nice comfortable, cool place in which to eat. Make this your eating place during the Festival. Main Cafe, ’ Mary White, Prop. Nashville's Main Street would be closed off for the three-day 1930 Harvest Festival, to make way for amusement rides and concession stands. The free entertainment stage would be set up on Maple Street between C.T. Hess & Son (building on corner at left) and Zemer Hardware (out of sight at extreme left). Many businesses up and down the street (seen in this late 1930s photo) got in the spirit by offering Harvest Festival specials. Business news — Home-like meals served in a home-like manner at Belson’s Bakery. Eat here during the festival. — Eat at Masonic Temple Friday night. 50c supper. — Come to the Harvest Festival and buy a Maytag at your own price. Maytag head­ quarters. at Herman A. Maurer’s store. ' — Good, wholesome food, plenty of it, excellent service, in a place just like home. Eat here during the Harvest Festival. Commercial Hotel. — The bank will be closed Saturday evening of this week on account of the Harvest Festival. — The money you pay for gas stoves bought of a local dealer is spent in Nashville for Nashville’s good. Glasgow (hardware). — Harvest Festival days are sale days at the Kleinhans store and bargains there are expected to bring folks from miles around. 239,000 gallons of water us­ ed here as mercury hits bottom While Nashville as well as the balance of Michigan has been sweltering in the terrric heat ofthe last two weeks, this village is more fortunate than some, in that the watrer supp­ ly has been, and is, abundant with no prospect of a shor­ tage. However, last Friday set a new high mark for water consumption here. Figures given out by Engineer Frank Russell of the pumping station show that Nashville folks on Friday used more than two times as much water as they have on any one day before or since during the summer months. A total of 239,000 gallons was used and this, according to Mr. Russell, is the most water he has pumped in one day in all of his 23 years’ ex­ perience in the local plant. The standpipe holds 70,000 gallons of water. The amount pumped Friday would fill it more than three times and leave enough extra to fill several bathtubs. Folks here were using water so fast that it was difficult for Mr. Russell to gain on them, or to keep the water at a safe level for fire protection. Water was being used so fast and so continuously that it was necessary for him to keep the pumps working until late Friday night in order to catch up with the demand. On Saturday he pumped 111,000 gallons and on Sunday a total of 130,000 gallons were pumped. During the month of June, 3,472,900 gallons of water were pumped, at a cost of2c a gallon for coal. It is expected the total for July will be well toward the five million mark, although it is not likely it will reach that figure. The fact that Nashville gets its water supply from the river is an almost certain assurance that the supply will equal the demand. Since none ofit is us­ ed for drinking pupOses prac­ tically all of the enormous quantity ofwater being used is for lawns, baths and other means of cooling the atmopshere or person. Other towns, pumping their water from wells, have found it necessary to curtail the use ofwater and restrict its use for sprinkling lawns. Kleinhans’ store celebrates 44th year in business Climaxing 44 years in the general store business in Nashville, W. H. Kleinhans’ store is this week celebrating with an anniversary sale that leaves nothing to be desired by bargain hunters interested in savings on good merchandise. A store-wide markdown of prices is being advertised by 4,000 page-sized bills from the News’ job department, and the sale opens Thursday morning. Independents win Sunday game by 11 to 2 score Continuing their work of getting in trim for the Harvest Festival games, the In­ dependents handed the Fen Mgf. Co. nine of Charlotte a drubbing at Riverside Park Sunday afternoon. Despite the unusually sultry weather the boys played snap­ py ball, and the smoke finally cleared away the count stood 11 to 2. The Martin boys, Bill and Archie, divided the mound work, with Yarger on the receiving end, and while both of them pitched winning ball, Archie showed up a trifle the better, allowing but four scat­ tered hits and not a tally in the first five innings. Bill’s aim was somewhat erratic, and a walk, a hit batter and a scratch texas leaguer let the visitors count a couple of runs in the eighth. The locals still had their batting eye and got a number of extra-base hits, Coville and Thomason connecting for drives over the right field fence. Three good games have been scheduled for the Harvest Festival celebration. Thursday afternoon the Woodland team, with a strengthened lineup, will be the attraction. On Friday the Bishop Colored Giants of Bat­ tle Creek will play, and on Saturday Bellevue will be here. Games are called at 3:30 o’clock. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1991 __ Page 5 Life-saving CPR taught in Vermontville by Susan Hinckley ed over a class Tuesday even­ ing at the Vermontville Fire A new CPR training center Station. organized and operated by The course of instruction two area people has generated for a lay person rescuer con­ a lot of interest in sists of two nights of classes, Vermontville. each running from 5 to 8:30 “The response has been so p.m. Lambracht stressed that good — it’s unbelievable!” the course offers training that said Ken Lambracht, who can enable a lay person to with Tina Thompson has make the difference between established the Cardio life and death for a victim of Pulmonary Resuscitation choking or cardiac arrest, but Center (CPRC), based at his it is not intended to make them Charlotte home. professionals. The two-month old business “We don’t expect you to do is a franchise of the American as well (as trained emergency Heart Association and is personnel) in four hours train­ operated under its auspices. ing, ng, ” hee reassure reassured te the cass class oof Lambracht and Thompson beginners at last Tuesday’s underwent special training in session. Each student works order to become certified in­ with a specially designed structors. They now are con­ mannequin, following steps of ducting AHA-authorized action which, in addition to community training classes in medical techniques, includes a Vermontville and Lansing. reminder to shout “Help!” to “We can handle up to 18 attract assistance in summon­ students in one class,” said ing an ambulance. Lambracht, as he, Thompson The students learn pro­ and assistant Neal Gee presidcedures of CPR and clearing Staff Writer Ws Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thomapple Lake Rd. Owner Diana Kuempel 852-9481? NOTICE Individual help was given to students by instructor Tina Thompson. The minutes of the regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held July 11, 1991 are available in the Village Hall at 206 N. Main St., Nashville, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. jilfe ilfe ’"’’•Ian STANTON'S MuCTIOHECRS G RChLTORSil^ 11‘"'' "''ll u mi MthaSy (517)726-0181 M4 SOUTH F)t>in STRECT VERFIOHTMIUC. MIGIIG4H 49096 hashmiuc (517)852-1717 Mrthif fc h1 jot Instructor Tina Thompson (right) teaches the class CPR procedu re. Wtpte ii M Im pmljlllilm life’s little disappointments _\l J X Send the FTD® H ij Mill [an, H- lift fri iiiiistMiM Pick-Me-Up Bouquet. 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For additional information on either program, interested persons may call Thompson at Vermontville (726-1047) or Lambracht, evenings, at Charlotte (543-9489). 109 West State St. — Hastings j A NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER “Offering New Therapies Not Available at OtherArea Clinics i J X Dr. Michael Callton 1 I • • • • • Therapeutic Muscle Massage Heat and Cold Treatments Special Therapy Machines Gentle Manipulations Appointments Available Same Day NEW PATIENT SPECIAL $XOaE W00! and Treatment MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES AUGUST 6, J ! Examination, X-Rays i i 1991 Most Insurances Accepted - Open 6 Days A week 127 S. Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1991 — Page 6 Obituaries Holiday ornament competition offered Although it is midsummer, People with creative flair Eaton County residents in­ and an interest in the Vic­ terested in designing an torian Era can obtain the con­ original Victorian-style holi­ test rules from the Eaton day ornament should think Cooperative Extension Ofabout trimming the holiday fice, 126 N. Bostwick St., tree, now, according to Charlotte, or call 543-2310 or Michigan’s official historian, 372-5594. Ornaments must represent Secreary of State Richard H. the Victorian Era (1837-1901) Austin. Guidelines have been and be constructed only of released for the first-ever, materials available during that Michigan Victorian Holiday period. Ornament may not be Ornament Competition, co­ larger than 5x5x5-inches and sponsored by the Michigan must incorporate the county Association of Extension name on the surface. In­ Homemakers and the dividuals of all ages are in­ Michigan Historical Museum vited to enter the contest. Entries must be received in in Lansing. The ornament judged best the Extension office by 5 in each county will be p.m., Friday, Aug. 30. Local displayed on a Victorian judging will take place during Christmas Tree at the early September, with the museum, which has about first-place county entry being 160,000 visitors each year and sent in to the Michigan is a popular attraction during Historical Museum in Lansing the winter holidays. for display. | | Beatrice Mae Burghdoff. | 111 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE J HASTINGS - Beatrice Mae Burghdoff, 71 of 1501 North Middleville Road, Hastings, passed away Friday, July 26, 1991 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Burghdoffwas bom on June 24, 1920 in Baltimore Township, Barry County, the daughter of Chris and Anna (Benedict) Christiansen. She was raised in the Hastings area and attended the Gregory Country School and Hastings Schools. She was married to Arthur Burghdoff on March 27, 1939 and had resided at her present address since 1955. Mrs. Burghdoff was employed at Pennock Hospital for about seven years and then 27 years at the Viking Corpo­ ration in Hastings, retiring in 1981. She was a member of Women of the Moose, Michi­ gan Travel Trailer Club since 1969, V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary of Middleville, former long time recording secretary ofthe United Steel Workers Local Something New is Happening at | John W. Gordenski Big Changes at... Union at Viking. Mrs. Burghdoff is survived by her husband, Arthur; three sons, Rex Burghdoff of Casa Grande, Arizona, Tom Burghdoff, Dan Burghdoff, both of Hastings; two daughters, Pam Guyott of Caledonia, Michele Lawrence of Middleville; 12 grandchildren, 10 great­ grandchildren; one brother, Harold Christiansen of Nashville. She was preceded in death by sisters, Alta Sutton and Bertha Kinne; brother, Lawrence Christiansen. Funeral services will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, at the Wren Funeral Homee with Reverend Steven Reid officiating. Burial will be at Rutland Township Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 30 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Diabetes Association. "The Mirrors Image" Marleen Ann Lathrop NASHVILLE Marleen Ann Lathrop, 54 of6405 Thor­ napple Lake Road, Nashville, passed away Friday, July 26, 1991 at Kent Community Hospital in Grand Rapids. Miss Lathrop was bom December 15, 1936 in Nash­ ville, the daughter of Hubert and Agnes (Surine) Lathrop. She was raised in the Nash­ ville area and attended the Barryville School,, graduating in 1955 from the Old Nashville High School. She was employed as a self­ employed bookkeeper and income tax preparer for 30 years from her residence, retir- ing because of failing health in 1989. Miss Lathrop is survived by her parents, Hubert and Agnes Lathrop of Thomapple Lake Road, Nashville; brother, Hubert Lathrop, Jr. of West Palm Beach, Florida and sister, Kathleen Nickel ofWoodland; one nephew; three nieces; two great nieces. Respecting her wishes there will be no funeral services. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Ambulance Service. . Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home, Hastings. Phyllis L Bishop FREEPORT - Phyllis L. Bishop, 71 of 6775 Usbome Road, Freeport, passed away Tuesday, July 23, 1991 at her residence. Mrs. Bishop was born on November 26, 1919 in Hastings, the daughter of Charles and Virgie (Bidelman) Reid. She was a life long Hastings area resident and attended Hastings schools. She has resided for the past four years at her present address. She was married to Richard J. Bishop on August 26, 1938. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Bishop is survived by two daughters, Sue Smith of Nashville, Jean Steeby ofFree- port; two sons, Herbert Bishop of Nashville, Richard Bishop of Hastings; 15 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard in May 1987; sisters, Neva Tate and Vesta Harthy; brother, Rex Reid and a grandson, Thomas Bishop. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 25 at the Wren Funeral Home with Pastor Lester DeGroot officiating. Burial was at Hastings River­ side Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation. NASHVILLE John W. for several of his inventions Gordenski, 74 of 7310 Thor­ used for military equipment. I „1P6 UILLOLS [W956„ 1 napple Lake Road, Nashville, He was married to Della Thomas J. Wyble __________________________ | We are here to make you look your best. X passed away Sunday, July 21, Ripson 51 years ago in New 1991 at Pennock Hospital. York State. The couple came CHARLOTTE - Thomas J. four brothers, Cleo, Roland, | ★ WE USE REDKEN PRODUCTS ★ Mr. Gordenski was born on to the Nashville/Vermontville Wyble, 66 ofCharlotte passed Merle and Valorise (Bo) Toni Belinda Darlene July 7, 1917 in Erie, Pennsyl­ area in 1948. Beginning in his away Sunday, July 21,1991 at Wyble and a sister, Martha Mon.-Sat. Tues.-Sat. Appt. Only vania. He was raised in Erie. In teens, he was a race oar his residence. Axtell. Our Hours 8:00-4:00 Walk-ins Welcome 1939-40 he was a champion mechanic and built engines for Funeral services were held Mr. Wyble was born in | After 4:00 p.m. by Appointment Only | motorcycle racer in New York. National and World Race Car Kalamo Township, Eaton Wednesday, July 24 at the was a sergeant in the Air Champions in 1959, he was County, the son ofThomas and Nashville Baptist Church with Just Phone Us O.K. — 852-9192 ! He Force during World War II and named “Mechanic ofthe Year”s Cecil (Rolfe) Wyble. Pastor Lester DeGroot officiatwas awarded commendations at the Indianapolis 500. He was He was a lifelong farmer and ing. Burial was in Kalamo inducted into the Michigan General Supervisor at Oldsmo- Cemetery. Memorial contributions Sports Hall of Fame in 1987. bile for 32 years before his may be made to the American He owned and operated John­ retirement. Mr. Thomas is survived by Cancer Society or the Eaton nies Pit Stop Bar in Nashville from 1973-80. his wife, Kay; two daughters, Community Hospice. Arrangements were made He was a member of the Maureen (Michael) Orman of Hastings Moose Lodge and Vermontville and Valerie by the Pray Funeral Home. American Motorcycle Associ­ (Brian) Hudson of Charlotte; ation Veterans. He was an avid two sons, Thomas (Kristine) bowler and at one time took Wyble of Vermontville and Antiques second .place in the Michigan Michael R. (Kimberly) Wyble OLD ORIENTAL RUGS Pro-Am Bowling Tournament. of Charlotte; six grandchil- wanted any y size or condition. He was also a carpenter and dren; three sisters, Mildred Call 1-800-443-7740. enjoyed telling stories. Treloar of Charlotte, Helen Mr. Gordenski is survived Osman of Jackson, Lois Rich Lost & Found by his wife, Della; sons and of Eaton Rapids; three Who: Anyone interested in learning CPR daughters-in-law, Jon Jay and brothers, Robert and Clayton REWARD: LOST MASTER­ Earleen of Hastings, Hal and Wyble, both of Charlotte, CRAFT BLUE boat cover on What: Adult, Child & Infant CPR & Airway Ann of Nashville, Cam Theodore Wyble of Lansing. Vermontville Hwy/State Road, Gordenski ofChicago; daught­ He was preceded in death by June 11th. Please call 726-1192 or 726-0218. Obstruction Techniques er and son-in-law, Bonnie and Roy Baker of Union City, Cali­ When: Aug. 6 & 8 • 5-8:30 Adult, Child & Infant CPR fornia; grandchildren, Tay, Justin, Trent, Tara, Cheyene, Aug. 13 • 5-9:30 Adult Heartsaver, Adult Cam n, Capri, Johnie. CPR and airway obstruction techniques He was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters. Where: Vermontville, Michigan Private graveside services were held Wednesday, July 24 at Lakeview Cemetery, Why: Choking and cardiac arrest can occur at Nashville. any time or any place, and with the DAVID D. ROSIER Memorial contributions may be made to John Gordensproper training you! could be the DIRECTOR ki Memorial Fund. difference between life and death! Arrangements were made PRESELECTING by Maple Valley ChapelA FUNERAL HOME Genther Funeral Home. Something To ThinkAbout Class space is limited, so for more information or to pre-register for this class call: Tina at 726*1047 or — Ken at 543-9489 Evenings Help Wanted POSTAL JOBS start $11.41 pr. hr. carriers, sorters, clerks. Excellent pay and benefits. For examination and application information call 1-206-736-7000 ext. 5803T2, 6a.m.-10p.m./7days.________ RN’s/LPN’s Needed immediately to care for small child in Nashville. Pediatric experience preferred. Individual orientation and in service available. Full or part time, flexible hours, top pay including weekend differential and time and one half for holi­ days and over time. Please call collect Allen Health Care 313-732-4430. There are a number of im­ portant advantages to choosing a funeral home in advance of death. To begin with, it will enable you to find the one that best suits your needs. As with most other professions, there is a whole range to choose from. With a little effort on your part, you can surely find a mortuary that will offer the arrangements you want, at what you feel is a fair price. Having pre-selected a mor­ tuary can be especially helpful ifyou or a loved One dies away from home. They can help make arrangements with a mortuary where the death took place. Ifthe place was another country, this is doubly true. Our country’s embassy or con­ sulate abroad MUST have the name of a mortuary in the home city in order to ship the body. Having named one will save the survivors from hav­ ing to investigate and decide upon a mortuary under pres­ sure of haste and grief. ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1991 __Page 7 <Sw SW Stay cool when the heat's on! s hsS Mw Mm ibglijjM - w'*'* w Q«jj* sr*■ ^51*^ TOJ '•■j2a fo ij W&®1 wiaej. W Mtftfa niHtefaiiii redly tafeiifo Barry County is really having a hot summer. As the days go on, temperatures only seem to rise. There are some hot weather hazards to be aware of: heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and heat cramps. Of these three, heat stroke is always life threatening. Heat stroke most always occurs on hot days during physical activity, but can also occur while just walking or being outdoors in ex­ treme heat for a long period of time. With heat stroke, the person’s temperature control system that causes sweating, stops working correctly. The body’s temperature rises so high that brain damage and death can result if the person is not cooled quickly. The main signs of heat stroke are: red or flushed skin, hot dry skin (although the victim may have been sweating earlier), and a high body temperature. There may be dizziness, nausea, headache, rapid pulse or unconsciousness. If a person suffers from heat stroke medical attention should be sought immediately. If that is not possible, be sure to cool a victim ofheat stroke quickly. Soak the person in cool, not cold Nashville Boy Scout Troop No. 76 members (from left, kneeling, front row) Sam Javor, Mark Fawley, David water, sponge the body with rubbing alcohol or cool water, or Taylor, Scott Rooks, Dan Potter, (second row) Josh Cerny, Andy Swartz, Rudy Othmer, Willy Rooks, (stanpour water on the body to reduce the temperature to a safe ding) Jason Harmon, Russ Cerny, Mike Javor, Matt Mace, Dale Ossenheimer and Ben Mudry. level, about 102 F. Then stop cooling and observe the victim for 10 minutes. Ifthe person’s temperature starts to rise, repeat the process. Do not give the victim hot liquids or alcoholic beverages. When the victim’s temperature remains at a safe level, then seek medical attention. Nashville Boy Scout Troop quirements. Those areas in­ Those scouts attending On Thursday evening, July Heat Exhaustion is much less dangerous than heat stroke. No. 76 attended summer cluded first aid, cooking, 11, the Order of the Arrow camp were Josh Cerny, Matt The major signs of heat exhaustion are: pale, clammy skin, camp July 7-13 at the Roto woods, tools, knots and Tap Out took place. Josh Cer­ Fawley, Jason Harmon, Sam profuse perspiration and extreme tiredness or weakness. The Kiwan Scout Reservation. lashings and fire building. ny and Matt Mace were Javor, Matt Mace, Ben victim’s temperature is around normal. Headaches and This was their seventh year During the evenings, recognized at that time as Mudry, Rudy Othmer, Dan vomiting may come with heat exhaustion. attending summer camp. several activities took place at youth ordeal candidates and Potter, Scott Rooks, Willy Provide bed rest, and give a salt solution of 14 teaspoon salt atten ngsummercamp. ’ The scouts worked on com­ the camp site. One evening Russ Cerny as an adult can­ Rooks, Andy Swartz and to 'Z> cup of water every 15 minutes for three or four doses. pleting merit badges, which the camp staff sang folk songs didate for the Order ofthe Ar­ David Taylor. Medcical care is needed for severe heat exhaustion. included the fishing merit with the scouts while other row and will meet joining re­ Adult leaders included Russ Heat cramps usually involve the abdominal muscles or the badge, leatherwork, evenings they made ice cream quirements in the fall at the Cerny, Mike Javor and Dale limbs. These cramps may accompany heat exhaustion. Firm wilderness survival, mam­ and cake. ordeal. Ossenheimer. pressure and warm wet towels placed over the cramped area mals, invironmental science, give relief. Give salt solution to drink as you would for heat reptile study, camping, exhaustion. emergency preparedness, first One thing applies to all heat injuries, prevention is the best aid, swimming, life saving, cure. When the heat is on, don’t be a fool, stay cool. Find a canoeing and rowing. nice place in the shade with a cool drink and relax. Enjoy the Some scouts worked in the summer without hot weather injuries. commissioner’s areas, where they worked extensively on first and second class re- Nashville area Boy Scouts attend summer camp DrScholls fiss Sifrfaih Mot; P^OIMIW DB» qfjijBinii JBH Q21W1 “"■' paffi’u®' <*! *! ffinUW M igilihw1® si? ijjffil Nashville LITTLE LEAGUE Football BOY, Stephen and Sonya Schilz are proud to announce the birth oftheir son, Matthew Stephen, bom July 20, 1991 at 12:21 p.m. at Battle Creek Community Hospital. He weighed 7 lbs. 14 ozs. and was 20 inches long. The pro­ ud grandparents are Saundra Thompson of Hastings, Junior Thompson of Nashville and Robert and Sandra Schilz, also of Nashville. Sign-up Night and First Practice Tuesday, Aug. 6 • 6:30-8 — FULLER STREET FIELD — Every player must be accompanied by a parent. Last date to sign up Aug. 16th. Bring used equipment you wish to sell with your name and price on it (helmets and shoes). #1*® Newest citizens announced— GIRL, Brooke Elise bom Ju­ ly 15 to Richard and Lisa Davis ofNashville weighing 9 lbs. and 22 inches long. Brooke is welcomed home by her proud brother and sister Eric and Chelsea. INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 OTAL FOOT COMFORT Dr. Scholl’s Dr. Scholl’s Tritin Powder Shoe Deodorant =i or Spray der Spray 3 oz. Clear Away Wart Removal System 31/2 oz. 244 Lotrimin® AF Cream 12 gm 419 Lotriman AF Solution Dr. Scholl’s Dr. Scholl’s Air-Pillo Insoles Foot Powder 7 oz. foot 10 ml Powder Dr. Scholl’s Tinactin Tinactin Cream 15GNI.. .359 Tinactin Aerosols Liquid 4 oz. or Powder 100 gm........... 319 Tinactin Powder 45 gm . 27 Back Guard Men’s & Ladies Sizes Spray Liquid 4 oz. ^■J ATHLETES^ Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Ji Plllo Tinactin Solution 10 ml 319 HOURS: 9 o.m. Io 6 p.m. Mondoy thru Solurdoy 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1991 — Page 8 Maple Valley 4-Hers win at 1991 Eaton County Fair Jr. Farmer winners in sheep were (from left) Ben Shepherd (first in pen market lamb), Barry Byington (reserve champion market), Brant Wheaton (grand champion market lamb, grand champion market pen, reserve supreme champion ram, first in showmanship), and Megan Wheaton (supreme champion ewe, reserve champion showman). Missing is Tina Snedegar (grand champion showman who also was first in showmanship of hogs). The club also won sheep flock for the 15th time in the past 17 years. Basketry and knitting awards were earned by (trom left) Erin Booher (Top 10, baskets), Haley Todd (Top 10, young baskets) and Bess Ann Martin (Top 10, junior knitting). Goats were Tig winners tor the Jr. Farmers, taking showman in class were (from left) Brandy Wawiernia (first), Mandy Pierce (first), Trevor Wawiernia (second), Steven Ainsworth, group leader (grand champion showman), Sarah Mater (first); Foye Piece (reserve cham­ pion junior doe) and Mike Mater (second, showman in class). A gun safety exhibit brought a Top 10 award to Amy Parish. Matt Williams (not pictured) won Top 10 in archery. RMCAPdLl EEVAtLLiEtY RCdl Estcite & K Her wildflowers entry brought a Top 10 award for Sara Parrish. Sisters Erica (left) and Lindsey Krolik took awards in different categories. Erica earned Top 10 and judge's choice in nutritious snack, EAT0NB0MHI OF REALTORS 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS • • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available REALTOR'JMKSj JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR. 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(CH-386) VACANT LAND NEW LISTING: 100 ACRES • GOOD HUNTING & FISHING on this 100 plus acres of beautiful rolling woodland with over 1000 ft. of lake frontage on a private lake — Many building sites or build a perfect sportsmen's lodge close to Battle Creek. Call Don. (VL-387) 30 ACRES • BETWr$nNASHVILLE ^; qW-Ktop rood, A HASTINGS HASTINGS^; rood k (VL-387) 80 ACRE FARM NORTH OF NASH­ VILLE • 2 story, 3 bedroom home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog barn, 36x48 basement barn. Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) NEAR VERMONTVILLE 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 10 ACRE PARCELS - Three to choose from - blacktop road near Vermontville. (VL-359) 120 ACRES BELLEVUE - 3 BED­ ROOM HOUSE & FARM BUILDINGS $108,000! Land contract terms I Additional 40 acres of vacant land available at $28,000! Perks o.k. for septic — land contract terms. 15 miles north of Battle Creek, 30 miles to Lansing. (F-384) NEEDED! Go Good “marketable" properties for qualified" buyers - country homes small acreage, Maple Valley or IN VILLAGE LIMITS. School District and homes in Nash­ Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) ville or Vermontville. Please give us 24 ACRES a call If you are thinking of selling!^ Cooking awards went to (fro left) Stacie Goris (Top 10, young foods), Jonessa Hammonds (judge's choice, food presentation), Dena Bignail (Top 10, junior foods), Bess Ann Martin, (Top 10, cooking) and Erin Booher (Top 10, junior cooking). An exciting week of ac­ tivities and competition ended Saturday for Maple Valley area 4-H youths participating in the 1991 Eaton County Fair at Charlotte. A moderating weather trend last week brought welcome relieve from sweltering heat, enhancing enjoyment of the fair for youngsters and their parents, many of whom camped on the grounds throughout the event. The 42-member Vermont­ ville Jr. Farmers Club was the largest Maple Valley area 4-H group participating in the fair. For that club it was the “year of the goat,” as all Jr. Fanners who entered goat competition did very well. “We are real happy,” said Jeri Mater, administrative Continued on next page— COBB Richard r. Cobb, owner • Mich. lic. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • VA” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available K 726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville �Rabbits brought awards to Jr. Farmers (from left) Sarah Mater (reserve champion market pen, best opposite of Californian breed), Mike Mater (grand champion individual market rabbit), and Brandy Wawiernia (overall reserve champion showman). Brandy allso was a top Tod 10 judges choice in public speaking. Oil paintings by Jason Byington earned him a Top 10 award and honorable mention in open p class competip­ tion with adults. Mike Mater earned a Top 10 award in sack lunch category, while his sister, Sarah, took a Top 10 in dolls and three awards (Top 10, judge’s choice, and Ball award) in freezing. This is the LAST WEEK Of our JULY Hull named to Michigan Tech, dean’s list Ronald W. Hull of Nashville was named to the spring quarter Dean’s List at Michigan Technological University in Houghton. A total of 1,132 students achieved placement on the list by earning a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Hull was a senior majoring in Environmental Engineering. PAINT SALE 25°/oOFF All h.w.i. Brand Paint (MANUFACTURED BY SHERWIN WILLIAMS) Prices Good through Saturday, August 3 Vermontville Hardware DOUG and JULIE DURKEE 131 S. Main St.. Vermontville, Ml Open Mon-Fri 8:30-6; Sat 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 726-1121 ^HOMETOWN? J An outdoor cookery display brought a judge's choice award to Mandy Pierce (left). Her brother Nick won a Top 10 in rocketry. Continued from previous page— leader ofthe club. “Everyone in our goat club placed high — first or second — and our club had the grand champion and the alternate grand champion in goats.” For the 15th time in the last 17 years, the Jr. Farmers earned the sheep flock award. As a club, the Vermontville group also took first place in banner display and third in booth exhibit in competition with other Eaton County 4-H clubs. Other clubs representing the area at the fair were Maple Valley Beefers, Vermontville Feed Fetchers, Barnstormers, Maple Valley Riders and Cir­ cle C Riders. Eric Wright of the Barn­ stormers had the British Com­ mercial Grand Champion heifer. The Vermontville lad will be a seventh grader at Maple Valley schools this fall. Besides showing off talents in raising and exhibiting a variety of farm animals, the local youths also earned awards for numerous non­ livestock projects such as cooking, freezing, knitting, basketry, oil painting, ar­ chery, rocketry, gun safety and several other categories. 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, July 17,1991. 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 LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville (Eg OK CREDIT Barry County COA lunch menu set Wednesday, July 31 Stuffed peppers, sliced car­ rots, com, bread, cake. Thursday, August 1 Turkey and gravy, asparagus, mashed potatoes, bread, fruit. Friday, August 2 Goulash, yellow cauliflower, jello. beans, Monday, August 5 Mushroom steak, spinach, parsley potatoes, bread, fruit. Tuesday, August 6 Chicken, carrots, baby lima beans, bread, brownie. Events Wednesday, July 31Delton, Cordrays with their dulcimers. Thursday, August 1 Nashville, Bingo. Friday, August 2 Hastings, blood pressure; Nashville, popcorn. Monday, August 5 Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, August 6 - All sites puzzles, Penassee Padle Boat Trip. • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Dry wall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • • • • Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 SEE US FOR — National Ads READ BOOKS FOR PAY! $100 a title. No experience. Call 1-900-847-7878 ($0.99/min.) or Write: PASE H5842, 161 S. Lincolnway, N. Aurora, IL. 60542.4 ' DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS �The Mople Volley Hewt. Noehville, Tueedoy. July 30 1991 — Pop* 10 Barry County 4-Hers sell at annual Fair Livestock Sale Meryle Peake of the Lake Odessa Livestock Auction purchased this pen of lambs from Amy Kreps of Nashville Norma Gregg of Associated Construction bought this hog, owned by Jessica Pennington of Nashville. Andrea Hubka sold this hog to Dave Seidle of Clark and Seidle Veterinary Service. Barrett Noggle of Nashville sold this hog for $1.20 per pound to Don Drake of Farmers Feed Service in Hastings. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL REMODELING-NEW Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945. BOBCAT SERVICES back­ hoe, auger, bam cleaning, and more. $125 1/2 day, $250 full. 1-517-852-2278. ROOFING-SIDING­ PUBLIC AUCTION Having sold my home, I will sell the following located at the rear of 106 N. Main, Nashville, Ml on ... Wednesday, July Si *4:30 PM HOME FURNISHINGS • SMALL ARTICLES Like new 30" gas range; Sears automatic washer; Sears electric dryer; stereo w/speakers and 8 track; refrigerator with top freezer; 3 pc. glass top table set; stands and small tables; panel glass hanging light; Kirby sweeper with attachments; Sears 15 cu. ft. chest freezer; microwave oven with stand; col­ lection of small bottles; metal cupboards; occupied Japan pitcher; McCoy wall plaques or planters; reclining rocker; platform rocker; shadow boxes; drapes and curtains; canned fruits and vegetables; 40 channel Panasonic CB and tower; 3 elec, weed trimmers; child's wagon; 30" electric range; maple hutch; dinette sets with chairs; buffet; single and double beds; chests and drawers; corner whatnot shelf; collector plates; lanterns; oil lamps; chifforobe; ceramic rabbits and owls; old pictures; writing desk; nice pine frame sofa; 13" color televi­ sion; bedding; throw rugs; canning jars; hand tools; large chain sow; like new lawn mower. TERMS: Cash. Not responsible for accidents day of sale or items after sold. Lunch wagon on grounds. ESTHER WILSON, Owner yriuliorutri: STANTON'S ■Himonccn t iCNion^W WILLIAM J. STANTON STEVEN L STANTON CHRIS STANTON U Al>O«' Veta Casey purchased this hog from Andrea Hubka of Nashville. National Ads GET PAID for taking easy snapshots! No experience. $900.00 per 100. Call 1-900-230-3636 ($0.99/min.) or Write: PASE Q5842, 161 S. Lincolnway, N. Aurora, IL. 60542. Miscellaneous GET IT DONE in '91. Carpet that room at affordable prices, $1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd., (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available. (616) 948-8334. Pets 144 South Main St., Vermontville. Michigan 49096 Ph. 517-726-0181 or Fax 726-0060 Amy Pennington of Nashville sold this hog to Pat Buckland of Buckland Insurance for $1.70 per pound. PET GROOMING, breeds. 517-852-0728. most The family of Mabel Furlong express their sincere gratitude to everyone who called, sent cards, flowers and memorials. To all that visited and attended the funeral and to those that kept us in your thoughts. Special thanks to Dr. McAlvey and staff, Pennock Hospital and staff, Pennock Emergency doctors, nurses and staff, the Nashville ambulance and crew, the Hastings Reminder and Maple Valley News, Rick Genther-Maple Valley Chapel, Rev. Richard Cross, the Sebewa Baptist Church, Kenneth and Ruby Ackley and neighbors, Doug Aspinall, Don Garrett, Don and Janette Joseph, and Fred Jacobs. To Ben, Jo, Gloria, Phyllis, Debbie, Millie, Julie, Irene and Betty, words can’t come near our heart-felt gratitude. Walter Furlong, Richard & Caroline Neil & Mabel, Ken & Sandie Russ & Irene, Cecil & Lila �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. July 30, 1991 __Page 11 One-man Nashville recycler needs your help by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer To residents of the Nashville community, Kent Mead is a familiar sight. Day or night, he can be seen pedal­ ing around town on his three­ wheeled Schwinn, doing his bit for ecology. Mead operates a volunteer, one-man cardboard collection “business.” But all proceeds go to charity - and therein lies the problem. The village council has been wrestling with the Kent Meade “problem” for several months, after the cardboard started piling up at his Middle Street home. Neighbors com­ plained and officials and others fretted about potential fire hazard. It’s no small matter. Mead collects close to two tons of carboard a month, all by himself, “trucking” it home from various business and other locations around town on the back of his three­ wheeler. A victim of cerebral palsy, Mead uses all the proceeds of cardboard he sells for recycl­ ing to benefit cerebral palsy sports programs. He currently get about $12 a ton for the cardboard he collects, but must find volunteers to load and truck the material to the buyer at Middleville. In the meantime, Kent’s collection both worries and pleases village officials. “He has kept all that card- board out of the landfill,” trucked the cardboard to observed Village Clerk Rose market for Mead find they Heaton. spend more on gasoline than Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer, he realizes from sale of the an avid supporter of recyling, load. Dwyer approves of Neil’s said she is “amazed” at the amount of cardboard Mead is proposal and has suggested that since Mead collects most able to collect by himself. Heaton, Dwyer and other of the cardboard at Nashville concerned individuals have businesses places, individual been working on possible merchants or the Chamber of solutions to alleviate the Commerce might wish to make a small contriubition to storage problem. Ken Neil, owner of Mead’s charity if Hastings Hastings Sanitary Service, has Sanitary Service hauls away agreed to provide a free the cardboard free of charge. dumpster and haul away the Although this would amount cardboard at no charge, said to perhaps only a dollar or two Heaton, but Neil cannot af­ per month per merchant, ford to also pay Mead the ap­ Heaton said initial response to proximately $200 a year he the idea has been cool. now gets for selling the card­ While the cardboard could board directly to the dealer. Local volunteers who have be deposited free of charge at the local transfer-recycling site on Casgrove Street, Mead would realize no profit from such a procedure. He would still be doing his bit for the ecology, but would be gain­ ing nothing for his favorite charity. Meanwhile the stash of cardboard continues to collect in and around Mead’s house. It overflows from the base­ ment into huge mounds in the back yard, and the front porch is full. “I have 5 to 8 tons on hand right now, if not more,” said Mead. “The last time it was hauled was April 1st.” At last Thursday’s meeting, the council agreed to set up a meeting with Neil, Mead and several village officials to try to find a solution that will satisfy everyone. Business Services LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thru Friday. Satellite Service. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. GET EASY CASH with extra "household goods and tools. Advertise with classifieds in The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. Kent Mead unloads cardboard at his Middle Street home, where more than five tons are already stashed, awaiting transfer to a buyer. Early or late. Mead can be seen collecting cardboard around Nashville, truck­ ing it home on his three-wheeled Schwinn. FassettJBody Shop •PHNEJ (517) 726-0319 — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MonFdriadyaythru COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK RICHARD J. EWING OWNER GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Fair excitement! The Sea Ray boat brought squeals of excitement from its passengers as it swung to and fro. Barry County Extension I Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin,, sex or handicap: August 2 - “Farming Through the Dairy Situation,” 1-3 p.m.. Kellogg Biological Station Dairy Center. August 7 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m.. Expo Center, Fairgrounds. August 14-4-H Horse Leaders’ Dinner, 7 p.m.. County Seat, Hastings. August 17 - 4-H Advisory Council Picnic, 6 p.m., Diana Langshaw’s home. August 19 - 4-H/FFA Livestock Appreciation Banquet, 7 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. Tobias-Mason Insurance FOOD FOR THOUGHT: “I buy my insurance from an independent agent for the same reason that I buy my honey from the grocer rather than the bee. While I might save some money from dealing directly with the bee, there’s a possibility my lack of training, knowledge and experience would result in my getting stung. There is no substitute for experience!” 109 N. Main — ONE OF At KIND Nashville Phone 517-852-2005 TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. GEnaHEEHEHSEa 3 Miles North of I-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 ■ Only the John Deere forage harvester offers a feature package that includes the Dura-Drum" cutterhead with 40 knives ■ Pull-type 3950 for up to 150-hp tractors, 3970 for up to 190 hp. Choose heads to match your crops. 0% Rate Financing Available JOHN DEERE CREDIT THORNAPPLE VALLEY LEADERSHIP 1690 South M-37 Hastings AT WORK* (616) 945-9526 �fVERYDAYSERVICES Bl .. 5Double Prints on Film w w .5* Fbrleq Cuent Sho ppert D 5is0count .5 .Double Coupons up to 50 |I. SCatmst OauWt Alw”ay“s Available StstaW”“»Mea‘Dww“8B . ■Where Pleasing You Us 160 S. Main, Vermontville open J I. Money Orders 7S** Mon.«.* on.«. 726-06*0 ViW-11 £ '&1 o, (3 fl Ready to Eat peaches Nectarines Calif. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 2 — Tuesday, August 6, 1991 New M.V. middle school recommended by citizen committee by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer A new middle school to house Maple Valley’s sixth through eighth graders topped the list of recommendations presented to the school board by the Building and Sites com­ mittee at a special meeting last Monday. That group is a sub- committee of the Long Range Planning Committee made up of school representatives and community volunteers. Prior to the meeting, the committee met with architects of the Holland-based GMB firm, who later talked to the board about needs in various district buildings. . “The middle school is the No. 1 priority of the commit- tee,” said Nancy Potter, Fuller-Kellogg Principal. “That’s what’s best for the kids,” responded Board President Harold Stewart, “But can the district afford it? That’s up to the board.” Several building code viola­ tions, including some involv­ ing fire safety, were found by GMB architects in each one of Maple Valley’s elementary Vermontville Village Council handles concerns from four parties by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Four parties with four dif­ ferent concerns appeared before the Vermontville Village Council during a three-hour session last Thursday evening. In each case, the matter at hand was referred to council committee for study and recommendation. Two of the matters will undergo further discussion at a public hearing set for 7:15 p.m. Aug. 13. Gene Fisher, president of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association, told the council about a proposed addition of public restrooms to Maple Manor to enhance its usefulness to the community. Local businessman John Chames sought repositioning of a village right-of-way across residential lots he owns in order to secure placement of a mobile home. The First Congregational Church via a delegation headed by John Krolik, asked for relocation of a municipal water main to facilitate a planned expansion of their sanctuary. The local Chamber ofCommerce, represented by Douglas Durkee, requested consideration of a two-hour parking limit in the business district. “All we’re asking is that people who are working downtown for eight hours park somewhere else,” said Durkee. There are eight or nine cars that are down there eight hours every day.” Durkee said the Chamber recently passed a resolution recommending a two-hour parking limit during normal business hours on South Main Street from First Street to the east-west alley beside the town park. Vermontville currently has no ordinance limiting parking time.* Durkee said verbal re­ quests that business owners ask their employees to park elsewhere have been unsuccessful. “The easiest way to police it is to have an ordinance,” added Durkee. Council members said they were sympathetic to Durkee’s request and agreed to refer it to the street committee for review. Improvements to Maple Manor outlined by Fisher would add public restroom facilities to accommodate four women and four men at a time. The syrup association See Council, on page 3 schools during an evaluation tour of all district facilities. Besides a new middle school, the committee recom­ mended discontinuing use of portable classrooms now in service throughout the district (perhaps using them instead as alternate storage areas); relocating all athletic areas to a sports complex adjacent to the high school; providing space at Fuller Street Elemen­ tary for Nashville special education students; and con­ verting Nashville’s Kellogg School into a center for adult education and alternative education programs. They also suggested explor­ ing the need for additional classrooms at Fuller Street Elementary and at Vermont­ ville’s Maplewood Elemen­ tary, and building a deck above the high school locker rooms for athletic use. The latter idea was not recommended by architects because of the high structural cost of building an upper floor. They said adding on is less costly. The Maple Valley bus garage on Reed Street in Nashville was an immedaite concern of the Building and Sites committee. “It is our recommendation that due to low ceilings, in­ adequate ventilation, poor drain systems, no lounge and crowded drivers’ parking area, we replace the exisiting bus garage with a new facili­ ty,” said the report presented to the board. Other concerns of the com- "That's what's best for the kids. But can the district afford it? That's up to the school board." -President Harold Stewart mittee included the need for improved parking at all four school locations, inadequate exterior lighting around all buildings and an outdated track facility. Would the proposed new middle school be attached to the present junior-senior high school or located on an independent site? Which would be more econmical? What would it cost to add on to Maplewood and Fuller Street schools, to bring them up to code, and to turn Kellogg school into an adult education center? These questions and others will be answered by GMB when company representatives meet again with the local committee Aug. 19. In the meantime, the board voted approval ofthe committee’s recommendations and encouraged continued pursuit of the proposals. In other planning work Monday, the board heard a review of recommended priority goals and objectives for the 1991-91 school year, presented by Supt. Ozzie Parks. “The recommendations are based upon input from staff, community, administration and board members,” noted Parks. The detailed list contained seven major goals: improve instruction and learning through staff development in new teaching techniques and through curriculumn and policy development; increase student learning opportunities through curriculum changes and additions; improve staff opportunities for leadership and recognition; work for the best possible community understanding of school pro­ grams, services and needs; upgrade buildings and sites; improve financial information, planning and resources for maintaining and improving the school; and improve board effectiveness. The new concept of outcome-based education received considerable attention in the review. “It is possible to help all See Middle School, page 6 School board OKs special help for 5-year-old Jacob West by Susan Hinckley Jacob West climbed on the lap of President Harold Stewart while his mother spoke to the school board. StaffWriter The Maple Valley Board of Education Monday approved hiring a medical aide to ac­ company Jacob West daily to school when he starts classes at Fuller Street Elementary in September. A serious birth defect resulted in the young lad hav­ ing a tracheostomy, which in turn necessitates constant availabilty of an oxygen supp­ ly and suctioning about once an hour to keep his airway clear. The aide will ride the school bus with Jacob and stay with him in class. Jacob is well known in the greater Maple Valley com­ munity because of recent fund-raisers to help acquire an electronic ‘ * Touch-Talker for the boy. He now must communicate with sign language because the tracheostomy makes his vocal chords ineffective. The board approved hiring Paul Vosburg of Burlington, who has agreed to work in the lower range of a $7 to $12 per hour pay scale, said Supt. Oz­ zie Parks. The exact figure has not yet been established, but the estimated expenditure for 180 four-hour days for the 1991-92 school year will amount to approximately $5,000, said Dr. Parks. “In a school setting he is going to need to be monitored,” said Jacob’s mother, Lori West, who ad­ dressed the board at the special meeting. “(But) he will function in a classroom as a normal student. He has just as much potential as any other 5-year-old.” West introduced her son to the board. The lively youngster promptly climbed on the lap of Board President Harold Stewart, “picked” his shirt pocket for a pen, and commenced drawing pictures on Stewart’s papers. Jacob’s mother said he is “the longest living survivor of this type of birth defect. ’ ’ She credits “quick, ingenious” surgeons for rebuilding her son’s trachea. She said that 10 years ago such children “did not come home (from the hospital), but with medical technology now we are beginning to see more and more” back in the community. Jacob’s medical costs have already reached a million and a half dollars, said West, ex­ hausting his original insurance coverage. Lori and her hus­ band, Steven, have received financial help from a Medicaid program and Children’s Special Health Care Services. Recently they were able to secure new group insurance in which the limit for Jacob probably will not be reached until he is 8 or 9. “Jacob is a very expensive little boy,” his mother said. Under current law, Jacob and other “medically fragile” or “special needs** children are entitled to attend classes in the “least restrictive environ­ ment,” which gives most parents the option of choosing a local school system instead of an intermediate school district, which normally 'educates such children. “This is a new era for the district,” said Parks. “It is a challenge and something we have to look at.” Nancy Potter, FullerKellogg Principal, said area schools are closely monitoring the precedent-setting Jacob West case. Three other See Jacob West, page 2 In This Issue... • Nashville joins Barry Area United Way •_ Traveling work group to renovate Habitat home • Antique steam & gas engines at Clarksville • Street dance to cap Vermontville Community Garage Sale �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, August 6. 1991 — Poge 2 Jacob West special needs approved, special heeds children attend­ ed classes at Maple Valley last school year. They needed in­ dividual personal care aides, but did not require attendance by a medical professional. “Other schools in Eaton County have been looking at the Maple Valley program to see how we handle this," reported Potter. She said representatives of some of the schools have at­ tended preliminary planning sessions with Mrs. West and school officials. Potter reported that the ex­ perience with special needs children has been a positive one for students in the general school population, enhancing their understanding and con­ sideration of others. Parks af­ firmed this conclusion, as did others in the audience. Stewart said helping Jacob is “the right thing to do,” but he expressed concern about future potential costs to the school district. “We can (afford to) do this for one or two, but not many,” noted Stewart. “Which mandated programs do you cut when you run out of money? I don’t think we should look for a way out; we should look for help." Currently the state pays on­ ly about half the cost of such care. Stewart suggested forma­ tion of a committee to study court cases involving such situations and possible alter­ native sources of funding. He asked Mrs. West to serve on the committee with school of­ ficials because of her ex­ perience in dealing with potentially helpful agencies. Before the vote was taken, members of the Maple Valley Support Personnel Associa­ tion who were in the audience indicated the union’s desire to FAMILY HAIR CARE at Village Hair Port MEN'S-WOMEN'S CHILDREN'S 470 E. Main Vermontville continued from front page approve terms of the contract with Vosburg before it is negotiated. But Parks said that to delay the contract would be to deny Vosburg time for specialized training he will need to handle the West case. “We felt we should have some input on the pay scale and position," said Cathy Spitzer, of the MVSPA. This cannot take place, however, until settlement of current arbitration between the board and union. “The union is being very inflexible on this,” commmented Board Trustee John Krolik. He said when the board advertised the job, they had no idea what it should pay, since it is a new position. “We owe it to Jacob West and his family to get on with this. Let the chips fall where they may,” said Krolik. The board’s vote of ap­ proval followed. CLEAN OUT YOUR BASE­ MENT and your attic. Turn extra and unwanted clothing and household items into cash! Advertise garage sales, porch sales, yard sales and miscella­ neous items with classifieds in both The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. Parade marks close of Putnam Library 1991 story hour Children attending the final session of the 1991 Summer Story Hour at Putnam Public Library Tuesday celebrated by parading up and down Nashville's Main Street. Thirty-seven participated in the march, said Darlene Scramlin, Story Hour chairwoman. In addition to stories and games, the youngsters enjoyed learning about dairy production and saying "no" to drugs in special programs during the weekly July sessions, sponsored annually by Friends of Putnam Library. Golf tryouts set next week Call for Appointment Tryouts for the junior varsi­ ty and varsity Maple Valley golf teams will be Monday, Aug. 12, through Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course. All players are asked to meet at 8:30 a.m. at the 726-0257 course and they will be ex­ pected to play 18 holes on Monday, Wednesday and Fri­ day of that week. Physicals are required. For more information, call 726-1066. HOST FAMILIES NEEDED NOW! KEIICHI from JAPAN and many other international exchange students are arriving in late August and urgently need host families in the your community area for the 1991/92 school year. KEIICHI enjoys rugby, table tennis, and swimming. He hopes to become a mathematician or scientist. English is one of his favorite subjects at school. KEIICHI om JAPAN Please call today if your family can host KEIICHI or one of our other international exchange students. All of our exchange students speak English, are good students, and are eager to learn about America. SHARE! your life with a boy or girl eager to join your family. CALL NOW FOR INFORMATION: (517) 726-1477 or l-(800)-321-3738 ERDT/SHARE! A non-profit student exchange program Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass . .T...... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School .... 10a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ ... 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study........... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. > Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship . .9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:30 a.m. Worship.............. 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. Schoo 9:45 A.M. Service ... 11 P.M. Service ............7 Wed. Service....... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Kleins to celebrate 60th anniversary Frank and Oveta Klein of 1713 Moore Road, Woodland, will observe their 60th wedding anniver­ sary Wednesday, Aug. 7. It will be celebrated Aug. 6 during visiting hours at Pennock Hospital due to Frank's surgery on Aug. 7. Have something to sell..advertise in The Maple Valley News... Reach over 4,500 area homes! PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship . Sun. School .. .9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO 301 Fuller St., Nashville FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School ... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 1 1 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... 77 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................ 7 .m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN REV. ALAN METTLER MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1991 __Page 3 Council handles concerns, from frontpage and other donors will foot the park). estimated $10,000 structural * ‘Actually the property and plumbing costs ofthe pro­ (where the water line lies) is ject, said Fisher. He asked the public property and by all village to bear the expense of rights the village should move intalling necessary water and (the line),” said Harmon. But sewer service lines. he pointed out budget con­ “We want to make this straints. Consensus was that more of a community pro­ the project could run several ject,” noted Fisher. “It is not thousand dollars. More just for syrup festival precise figures will be weekend; people can use it presented at the public when they use the park for hearing. reunions and such.” Also to be discussed at that Fisher said the association hearing will be the formal plea spends $1,400 annually to for variance oflot line setback place port-a-johns at the for placement of a mobile festival. home on land owned by John With the proposed new Chames between Walnut and facilities, the association Seminary streets. Charnes hopes to cut this amount in owns several adjacent lots in half. that section, but the village He said they would like to has a water service right-ofbegin work on the Manor this way near the area where he fall. Siding the building is also plans to place the trailer. a future goal of the group. The variance procedure is a Fisher’s request was refer­ “quick fix” for the problem, red to the council’s water and but in the long run Chames sewer committee, as was the proposes to offer the village Congregationalists’ request to another right-of-way through relocate approximately 150 his land in exchange for feet of a six-inch village water release of the present path. main that runs along the east The matter will require study side of the north-south alley by the water and sewer com­ behind the church. The mittee as well as the legal parishioners plan to break committee, said Villanueva. ground this fall for a building Hannon said the legal pro­ addition that would extend cedure could take several months, and told Chames he over the present line. The council made no com­ would have to bear the cost of mitment to the church delega­ the necessary land survey and tion because they had no attorney fees. In other business Thursday, estimate of what expense might be involved in the council — Accepted a bid of relocating the line. “Right now we want to $20,300 by Spartan Asphalt of know how much it costs,” Lansing for paving Round said Village President Sue Lake Road to the village limit Villanueva. She asked the and some 2,000 feet of water and sewer committee to Lagoon Road (also known as get estimates on several Forest Street). — After conducting a options. Trustee Rod Harmon later public hearing on the matter, questioned the use of public realigned monthly base rates hinds “for church uses,” but for sewer and water by upping explained the unique Ver­ the water to $6 (from $2.50) montville situation in which and dropping the sewer to land on all four comers of the $6.75 (from $10.25) to central intersection is owned alleviate a budget crunch in by the village through original the water department. “Bills aren’t going to go up charter. Two of the lots were set aside for religious use any,” stressed Villanueva. (each holds a church), a third “This is just a paper move.” — Decided that sale of for educational use (the old academy-musem), and the water to non-residents (for fourth for recreation (town filling swimming pools, etc.) 16 16 16 16 1616 16 16 16 16 Happy 16 Sweet "16" 16 BECKY J® will be set at $25 for the first 1,000 gallons and $10 for each additional 1,000 gallons. In addition, overtime pay for village employees helping in such sales must be paid by the purchaser. — Accepted the resignation of Trustee Sharon Faust due to employment which now prevents her attending even­ ing meetings. Village Clerk Sharon Stewart said the vacancy will be advertised and at its September meeting council will name a replace­ ment. The appointee will serve until next spring, when Faust’s four-year term expires. — Approved Villanueva as official village representative in administration with Ver­ montville Township of a recently-received $14,582 Michigan Equity Grant for ad­ ditional work on the opera house, including installation of roofing, eaves, and possibly a new furnace and kitchen. — Tabled a bid of $6,375 from Duane and Steve Hamilton Excavators of Nashville for proposed im­ provements to West Street un­ til the necessary funds can be budgeted. — Voted to send a letter of opposition to a proposed “rails to trails” plan in which the state would convert the old Penn Central railroad bed from Eaton Rapids to Grand Rapids into a linear recrea­ tional park that would be turn­ ed over to local townships for upkeep after completion. “It sounds really nice, but think ofthe expense right here in Vermontville,” said Villanueva. 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The following are excerpts from The Nashville Ancient History column published in The News from near the turn of the century into the 1930s: Items taken from The News of Saturday, Aug. 2, 1884 The oat harvest is now well nigh ended. The crop is in general way heavy and will yield bountifully...Merritt Moore of Ionia, state organizer of the Union party, spoke on temperance at the opera house Tuesday evening, after which a Union prohibi­ tion club of 24 fully pledged voters was organized with the following officers: S. Overholt, president; E. Roscoe, secretary; and M. H. Palmer, treasurer... A. R. Kanaga is in Ohio on business and J. M. Waters runs the shoe store during his absence...H. M. Lee exposes a choice collection of ar­ chaeological specimens in a show window of his store...The Castleton Republican caucus Saturday organized by choosing John Keagle chairman and Omo Strong secretary. E. W. Mur­ ray and Jacob Osumn were appointed tellers. Items taken from The News of Saturday, Aug. 6, 1887 The thermometer manages to crawl into the neighborhood of 100 degrees above zero practically every day. Prominent physicians j predict that if the dry weather continues, typhoid fever will become alarmingly prevalent...Burglars broke in­ to Lewis Wellman’s house in North Castleton Saturday night, during the absence of the family, and secured a silver watch, a chain, several other articles of jewelry and about $8 in money...!. N. Kellogg has purchased the land between the west end of the driving park (north side of river along what is now Kellogg Street) and North Main Street, and will lay off the same into village lots...Sneak thieves were abroad in the village Saturday night and got in their work to considerable extent. A new hammock belonging to G. F. Truman was stolen out of Elihu Chipman’s yard, the ropes being cut, while the family was at home and the windows and doors all open. At about the same time a valuable felt robe, lap robe and whip were stolen out of one of Jacob Osmun’s rigs, while it stood in the alley in the rear of Duncan’s saloon...New street lamps have been put up by H. C. Zuschnitt and Omo Strong and one by the village on the north side of the river. Items taken from The News of Saturday, Aug. 4,1888 Nashville seems like a new town since the two new trains were put on the Michigan Central... A. R. Wolcott, while braking down a (railroad) car at the elevator the other day, discovered that another car was 40 feet away, just after he had made up his mind to jump to it, and landed Big Changes at... x ! 111 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE | Something New is Happening at I X I Toni’s Style Shop । | | | We are here to make you look your best. ★ WE USE REDKEN PRODUCTS ★ Toni Belinda Darlene Mon.-Sat. Tues.-Sat. Appt. Only Our Hours 8:00-4:00 Walk-ins Welcome After 4:00 p.m. by Appointment Only Just Phone Us O.K. — 852-9192 X on the hard ties. He strained the ligaments on his foot bad­ ly, and is now around on crutches...Shel Cook has taken the position of clerk in Aylsworth & Lusk’s clothing store...Miss Julia Lusk was 4 years old Wednesday and a party of her young friends joined a tea party with her on that day...C. L. Glasgow’s horse which was so badly in­ jured recently has been shot. Items taken from The News of Friday, Aug. 1, 1890 Alfired hot!... Lots of Nashville parties visiting Thomapple Lake these hot days...The “bicycle club” made a trip to Kalamo Sun­ day, in bill uniform...Lee Soules has returned to Nashville and entered the employ of A. C. Buxton...Elwood Martin has quit his position as clerk at the Wolcott House, and Fred Ellis has taken his place...Fred Baker has retired from business in Nashville and gone north into Oceana Coun­ ty to assist in picking the blackberry crop...Ed Reynolds is overhauling and fixing up the basement just vacated by Fred Baker, and will shortly move his barber shop downstairs...The Driv­ ing Park Association has made arrangments for a series of races to be held at the driv­ ing park Thursday afternoon, Aug. 7. There will be a threeminute race for a purse of $25; a 3:30 race for a purse of $50; and a running race for which $10 is offered. Items taken from The News of Aug. 4, 1893 The Bachelors beat the Married Men in a very close and exciting game of ball at the driving park Wednes­ day... Wheat only brought 48c per bushel in the Nashville market one day last week, but it has now risen to 51c...Charles Scheidt, Homer Downing, Henry Roe and C. M. Putnam are building a fine new boat house at Saubee "Nashville seems like a new town since the two new trains were put on by Michigan Central,” observed The News Aug. 4, 1888. Here, some 20 years later, an eastbound train arrives at the Nashville station. The frame building at left was the early depot, used for freight after the new brick one (right) was built in 1904. Lake and will soon have a summer home of their own...The shaving blowers at the Lentz Table factory got a' hot box Saturday, melting the babbitt and necessitating the closing of the factory until Monday... Nearly all the school ma’ams of Nashville and vicinity are at Hastings, taking in the teachers’ ex­ amination... Al Brooks of Maple Grove got under his hay fork one day this week just at the wrong time, and was knocked against a beam in the bam, rendering him un­ conscious for a moment. Items taken from The News of Friday, Aug. 4, 1899 A great day of sports at Lacey will be the attraction in Johnstown Township Satur­ day. Messrs. James L., Seth C. and Martin R. Graham of this place will furnish the band music during the day. Nashville is also booked for a ball game on that occasion...Thomas Purkey, who took the contract for building the vault at the cemetery, has it nearly completed, and is now waiting for material with which to finish the job. The vault when finished will be a useful addition to the cemetery as well as an orna­ ment. The contract was let at $170...Joe Baker, a fanner living north and east of the village, experienced a little hard luck last Friday, caused by getting his hand mixed up in a hay fork. He was unloading grain and in some manner his left hand was caught between the rope and pulley and was badly mangled before he could get the horse stopped. Dr. Weaver examin­ ed the injury and found that an amputation of the little finger was necessary...Work on the new iron bridge has been commenced and is being pushed to the front as rapidly as possible. No pains are being spared, however in providing a way by means of which farmers coming from the north can enter and leave the village. A road is being made below the dam by filling in gravel and when completed will have a solid level bottom and the water will not exceed one foot in depth at any place in the entire width of the stream. Farmers can ford the river with just as heavy loads as they formerly drew across the bridge and feel perfectly safe about it. A foot bridge also will be constructed below the dam so that pedestrians can also have acess to the village as usual. Items taken from The News of Aug. I, 1902 Bordell Sprague, a former resident of Nashville, and brother of C. P. Sprague, was killed in Battle Creek, a short distance east ofthe east switch of the Grand Trunk Western yards at Nichols (factory), Monday morning at 12:10 o’clock. He was riding on a westbound freight and fell between the cars...The machinery for the new creamery is all in place and ready for business, and gathering of milk has already begun. September is the time when the creamery will pass into the hands ofthe new com­ pany... Work on the school house is progressing satisfac­ torily, and rock-faced stone work will all be completed this week. . Items taken from The News of Thursday, Aug. 6, 1908 The Advent parsonage is up and enclosed and soon will be ready for occupancy...State Highway Commissioner H. S. J X I For life’s little disappointments Send the FTD® "■ Pick-Me-Up f. Bouquet. 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Munroe’s house on Cleveland Street is nearly com­ pleted...L. E. Pratt and family left Tuesday for a trip through the east...Mr. and Mrs. Henry Roe left Tuesday for a trip through the west and will visit relatives in Mon­ tana...C. J. Scheidt has finish­ ed equipping the largest barn in Barry County with Martin lightning rods. It is the huge barn owned by Townsend Bros., four miles north of the village. The barn required 414 feet of rods...Walter Burd, William Zachman and Truman Cole have organized a company for the manufacture of piano benches and are fitting up a factory over Dick Poff’s billiard hall on Main Street...Mrs. G. A. Truman is preparing to start a millinery store in G. A. Truman’s small building south of the post office...Dr. E. T. Morris is moving into his new office. It has been enlarged by a 10-foot addition at the rear, and has been refinished inside. The repairs and alterations to the house are nearly completed and he expects to move into it in a few weeks...A severe electrical storm passed over Maple Grove, Assyria and Kalamo Tuesday afternoon, doing lots of damage...Ed Kraft has been confined to the house the past two weeks, as he was recently exposed to small pox while visiting at Middleville and is staying in as a precaution.. .An amateur cyclone struck town Tuesday night and she struck hard enough to suit everyone con­ cerned. It was about half an hour going through and did considerable damage to chimneys and shade and fruit trees...At the council meeting Monday night it was proposed to go ahead and construct the sewers as first proposed...A. C. Buxton has been at Detroit a few days this week where he has begun construction of a flat. It will be two stories, with four suites of rooms, and will be built of brick...Mrs. Mary Townsend has bought Orley Squire’s house on Phillips Street...C. T. Munro has installed a system of gasoline lights in his grocery store, which gives the store a very pretty appearance. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1991 — Page 5 No-Till Conservation Practice Tour for Eaton County planned Aug. 21 14 s Ns tj&s i? is?s ss iS iS *W h***^ »<*k i'*4j u-’A ^h sj jjsh W.IW ^raklih1 ta mri ij fa ‘ to., knit! trf ii Wtn 'felitta^ ttl4® fatinUitk !■«! I'lllill Mill | ■^e ImCiltiRi^ I W. ijgfBkks II HID fc^Wii! an isnira dH»- MilalWikj if...iie taLWltai ik in patai^l jeh fflMninl b. ml (utariftpl art sitse wk^4'! ilips Install1 ■’ Details of a merger of Nashville's United Way with Barry Area United Way were hammered out at a July 23 meeting at the Nelson Brumm home in Nashville. Present for the occasion were (seated from left) Rick Genther, a director on the Nashville board; Cathy Williamson, executive director of BAUW; Geneva Brumm, secretary-treasuer of the Nashville board; and (standing) Nelson Brumm, a local director. Nashville joins Barry Area United Way campaign, fundraising set by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Directors of Nashville United Way recently decided to merge with the Barry Area United Way in an effort to facilitate bookkeeping and enhance collections. The decision for Nashville to relinquish its independent status was made by the local board at a preliminary meeting July 16 and it was confirmed in a meeting July 23 with Cathy Williamson, BAUW Executive Director. The change will be in place when the annual fund-raising drive kicks off in mid­ September. BAUW brochures including Nashville in its listings will be printed soon, said Williamson. She said she is pleased with the decision made by the Nashville board, and added that the BAUW “hoped it could become countywide.’’ Woodland is the only re­ maining independent United Way agency in Barry County. Geneva Brumm, secretary- treasurer of the local board, said the merger decision was influenced by the fact that most of Nashville’s annual United Way collections come from payroll deductions, primarily from local employees at large companies such as B-O-C in Lansing who earmark their donations for the community. Few come through direct canvassing. “It is so hard to get anyone to go out and canvass any more,’’ said Brumm. Rick Genther, a director on the local board, agreed. “Door to door has not been too successful,” he said, ad­ ding that another reason for the merger was “to perhaps develop special programs for youths and maybe for senior citizens (since) we have a lot of senior citizens here.” Barry Area United Way has supported development of youth programs in Middleville and in the southwestern part of the county, explained Williamson. Three exclusive Nashville ■rat kjdgd task- w^4®" Tobias-Mason Insurance ids® s natal FOOD FOR THOUGHT: ifcriPr ,01 wilkif ilk Jf I* ffkf®ttt**1*^4 4 k®*1^ rliftpji n**i5 “I buy my insurance from an independent agent for the same reason that I buy my honey from the grocer rather than the bee. While I might save some money from dealing directly with the bee, there’s a possibility my lack of training, knowledge and experience would result in my getting stung. There is no substitute for experience!” 109 N. Main — Nashville Phone 517-852-2005 (kfl«f**'* !'U*AS* «*J^ !>(**> •& programs now supported by United Way will be not be af­ fected by the change. “We have decided we will continue funding the Nashville Christmas basket program, Little League baseball and Little League football,” said Williamson. “All the other agencies (that now receive support from Nashville United Way) are ones that we aleady fund.” Williamson plans contacts with Nashville business places to emphasize the importance oftheir support, as well as the potential of employee donations. “People may give 10 times more if they can do it by payroll deduction,” said Williamson. Mail solicitation will replace door-to-door calls in the general community. Local volunteers still may be needed to set policy and make business contacts, but the Nashville agency will no longer be burdened with paperwork under the new system. The BAUW agency is computerized. Genther has been nominated for a seat on the board of directors of the BAUW to provide local representation. He said he is convinced the merger decision will benefit Nashville. “I’m really positive this is going to be a good thing for us,” noted Genther. “We will get more for our community than ever before.” He said that anyone who waints additional information on the matter may contact him at his home in Nashville or call Cathy Williamson at the BAUW office in Hastings (945-4010). INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency Farms, East of Vermontville on Vermontville Highway then south on Anderson Highway. Equipment displays and four field tour stops will be included. The meal will be furnished by Citizens Elevator and the Horse development committee to meet **★*★*•★**★★******■**■#*■; All 4-H horse members and leaders are invited to the Thursday, Aug. 8, 7:30 p.m. horse developmental commit­ tee meeting at Kardel Hall in Charlotte. Agenda items will include updates on future 4-H youth horse events as well as a wrap-up on the Eaton County Fair horse activities. : vegas night nightJ: V.F.W. Post 8260 — Nashville, MI J * Friday, August 16 J ♦ ♦ 7:00 P.M. to MIDNIGHT Public Invited • s500 House 4* — rcmtorsB^ (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH STPECT MCRnOhTMIllC. MICHIGAN 49096 tlASHMIUC (517) 852-1717 ‘NEW LISTING! ‘Very nice 3-4 bedroom home with large rooms ‘Porch, garage, living room, dining room, television room, lots of extras! ‘Located on a shaded, corner lot (N-80) ‘3 bedroom home located on approx.40 acres ‘Barns, large deck ‘Stone fireplace ‘Great country home! (CH-111) ‘Charlotte Schools - 3 bedroom home located on Kalamo Hwy. ‘10 acres of land! ‘Priced at only $58,900! (CH-108) Approx. 20 acres of land with large pond Large home with family room and living room . . (CH-106) ‘Need to move soon? Want to buy on a land contract? ‘Excellent ranch home with land contract terms of only 15% down to qualified buyer! (M-37) ‘Large, family home that has had lots of remodeling and redecorating ‘Beautiful fenced, back yard (N-78) ‘Owners anxious! ‘JUST LISTED! ‘3 bedroom ranch style home with 2 baths ‘Beautiful fireplace, island kitchen, first floor laundry ‘Call to see! (CH-112) ‘Ionia area — 3 bedroom home with fireplace ‘Approx. 17 a^res of land ‘1'/» car garage ‘Good paved road location! (CH-109) ‘Approx. 10 acres of land goes with this nearly new ranch home with 4 bedrooms ‘Call for details! (CH-107) ‘Nice 3 bedroom home on paved road with approx. 4 acres of land ‘Priced to sell at $61,900! (CH-105) ‘Great retirement or starter home located in Nashville ‘Only $36,000! (N-79) BUILDING SITE... 60 ACRES OF LAND WITH WOr^oLP £ *>5 M fiOL;9south of Nashville! and a ranch style le fronton^ home on Saddle Bag Lake. 9 MM «5i APPROX. 16 ACRES OF VACANT, WOODED LAND.. located near Gobles. — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary % Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Chris ChrisStanton Stanton543-0598 543-0598 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Cindy CindyDoolittle Doolittle726-0605 726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 ♦ Limit J J Proceeds for V.F.W. Sports Fund — STANTON'S ■Pmuctiohccrs & Dupont Chemical Company. This is a family affair, so br­ ing the entire family. For further information, contact the Thomapple Grand Soil Conservation District of­ fice, 200 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte, (phone: 517/543-1539). 726-0580 <A •M ?; % % The Eaton County No-till Club is sponsoring its firstt annual Conservation Tillage and Conservation Practices Tour Aug. 21. It will be held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at Thornappleview Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1991 — Page 6 Traveling work camp arrives in Hastings next week to help Habitat renovate local home The pounding of nails and buzzing of saws will all be part of the action when a traveling work camp of Habitat for Humanity volun­ teers converges in Hastings to help the local chapter ren­ ovate a home in Nashville for a local woman and her This is the Nashville home which will be renovated by the Barry County Habitat for Humanity chapter with the help of a traveling work camp. NEW OWNER... TONI CAMBRIC 100 Off Any Service Big Changes at ... 111 N. Main, Nashville Something New is Happening at The Former Mirrors Image ... GRAND OPENING at TONI’S STYLE SHOP We are here to make your look your best We Use Redken Products TONI BELINDA DARLENE Mon.-Sat. Tues.-Sat. Appt. Only Our hours 8:00-4:00 Walk-Ins Welcome After 4:00 p.m. by appointment only Just Phone Us O.K. - 852-9192 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate three children. A 4 p.m. rally is set for Monday, Aug. 5 on the Barry County Courthouse lawn to welcome the travel­ ers. who will spend nearly a week on the project. The public is invited to the rally, which will feature brief comments by State Rep. Robert Bender, R-Middleville, and singing by Randy Noom. A potluck dinner for ev­ eryone will be held at 6:30 p.m. that day at First United Methodist Church. (Those who attend are asked to bring a dish to pass and their own table service). Ten travelers, including a Hastings woman, are expected in the work camp. Their efforts will be matched by local volunteers, who have started preliminary work on the project. Some of the team are from such MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Homer Winegar, GRI JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR DOC OVERHOLT................. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES SANDY LUNDQUIST.......... DON STEINBRECHER....... • Multiple Listing GARRY KNOLL................... Service (MLS) JERI BAKER........................ • Home Warranty Available TIM BURD Broker 726-0223 ....... 852-1740 ....... 852-1543 ....... 852-1784. .Eves. 852-0786 ....... 726-1171 ....... 852-2012 .Eves. (Graduate Realtors Institute) HMS NEAR MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL ON 7 ACRES - 3 bed­ “FAMILY HOME” ■ NASHVILLE - 4 5 ACRES • $35,000! BELLEVUE - "Starter home," good location, V4 mi. east of M-66, easy access to Pennfield or Battle Creek. Occupancy at close!! Call Don.. (CH-383) SCHOOLS bedrooms, hardwood floors, a "well cared for" on large double lot with a two-story garage, for $40,900! (N-380) rooms, 2 baths, 1987 Redman Manufactured Home. Out­ buildings & fruit trees. Nice "country setting." Land con­ tract terms. $44,900! (CH-377) VACANT LAND 20 ACRES ■ PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - $69,900! EAST OF VERMONTVILLE - 3 BEDROOM RANCH - Built in 120 ACRES BELLEVUE • 3 BED­ ROOM HOUSE & FARM BUILDINGS $108,000! Land contract terms! Additional 40 acres of vacant land available at $28,000! Perks o.k. for septic — land contract terms. 15 miles north of Battle Creek, 30 miles to k Lansing. (F-384) 1972. New oak kitchen, nice fenced yard with trees, 2 car garage, plus extra 32x24 gar­ age. 22 miles to Lansing Mall. Maple Valley Schools. (CH-386) 20 ACRES JUST LISTED: North of Nashville, gravel road, some trees, stake surveyed & site perked. (VL-388) Great building sites for walk­ out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) NEW LISTING: 100 ACRES • GOOD HUNTING & FISHING on this 100 plus acres of beautiful rolling woodland with over 1000 ft. of lake frontage on a private lake — Many building sites or build a perfect sportsmen's lodge close to Battle Creek. Call Don. (VL-387) A places as California, Illinois, Fennville and Big Rapids. The work camp is part of the international Habitat's 15th anniversary and 15 teams, each traveling to 15 different cities, are building throughout North America. Habitat workers who will arrive in Barry started build­ ing in Owen Sound, Ontario and helped with six other projects. After they complete their work here they will construct homes in Kalama­ zoo, Indiana and some Ohio cities. All 15 teams will wind up in Columbus, Ohio, where the interna­ tional celebration will be held Sept. 26-28. Relying on contributions and committed volunteers of all denominations, Habitat, a Christian housing ministry, builds homes for low in­ come families currently liv­ ing in substandard condi­ tions. The homes are sold at cost to the families, who also must work on the pro­ ject. When plans were origi­ nally made to host a work camp, the county Habitat planned to build a new house in Orangeville, but that had to be changed. "We thought we had someone (a family selected). Then there was a problem because of the school dis­ trict" where Habitat's prop­ erty is located," said Habitat Executive Director Patricia Wagner. The property is lo­ cated in the Martin School District and an applicant-fi­ nalist wanted to stay in Del­ ton schools. No other eligi­ ble applicants had made ap­ plication. "We're still anxious to go to Orangeville. With our "One in a Thousand" pro­ Local Habitat volunteers have already been on the job doing preliminary work at the renovation site in preparation for next week's work camp. Two of the youngest helpers are Deah Beardslee, 8, and Laura Beardslee, 5. They and their parents and other siblings live in a Habitat house next door, and are eager to help another family have a home. gram, maybe we can pull money together to go ahead this fall," Wagner said. "If the resources are available, we'll be there this fall." The One in a Thousand fund-raiser seeks to sign up I, 000 people who will each donate $25 each time the lo­ cal Habitat dedicates a house. Nearly 100 have made that pledge, so far. With the Nashville reno­ vation project scheduled to be dedicated Sunday, Aug. II, funds should start com­ ing in from the One in a Thousand. With the focus on Nashville next week, volun­ teers, who will be staying with local families, will be on the job site at 517 N. State St, at 7 a.m. for devo­ tions. Coffee breaks and lunches are being provided by local churches each day. A potluck picnic is set for Sunday, Aug. 11 at 1 p.m. at Fish Hatchery Park. The Nashville home will be dedi­ cated two hours later. Judy Sarver will present special music for the dedication pro­ gram, open to the public. Middle School discussed, children achieve basic skills,’’ commented Parks. He supports the new computer-enhanced project in which teachers help each stu­ dent reach his or her potential by not giving up until the child understands the lesson. This calls for repetitive “coaching,” he said, but it enables many more students to succeed. “We expect the kids to learn (in outcome-based education) and to achieve cer­ tain goals before they move on,” noted Potter. “By graduating kids with D’s (as has been done) we are giving them permission to fail.” In the area of community relations, Trustee Lynn Mengyan suggested board meetings be held occasionally in the four various school locations instead of always in the administration building. She said this would give more people in the community an opportunity to attend and it wouldo give the board a chance to get a first-hand look at what is going on in the host schools. The idea will be taken up at the next board meeting Aug. 12, said Stewart. In other business, the board agreed to change its present policy that requires school principals to live in the district. Instead, it will only be “recommended” that they do. “The (present) policy has been a complete failure,” said Trustee John Krolik, who was a member of the Policy Com­ mittee that made the recom­ mendation for change. Trustee Bonnie Leep, another member of that committee, said that the present require­ ment limits potential can­ didates for employment. But Mengyan disagreed with the change: “Ifyou have a policy you should stay with it.” She cited several points to support her position, including the fact that one who lives in a district likely will spend money there, and that administrators who live in a community “have an oppor­ tunity to do informal public relations in the district.” Mengyan said she had received five phone calls in support of the current rule after the question surfaced at last month’s meeting. Stewart said he had talked about the matter with “dozens of people” in the three years he has been on the board and reported, “The majority of them want (the administrators) here.” Parks said: “It is the excep­ tions that ‘kill’ you when you make such a hard and fast rule.” from front page of exceptions in the past.” She cited two cases where the rule had not been enforc­ ed, while in her case it had been. She was compelled to move from her home located seven miles from the school to one that was only three miles closer in order to comply with the requirement. In other action Monday, the board: — Conducted the required annual Truth in Taxation hearing and authorized the full current levy of 29.01 mills. — OK’d a contract with Kay Hartzler as director of Maple Valley Community Education for the 1991-92 school year at the annual salary of $31,792, plus a $100 monthly annuity. — Agreed to hire a medical aide to accompany Jacob West to and from school on the school bus and to be with him during his class hours at Fuller Street Elementary for the 1991-92 school year. (See related story in this issue.) aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Potter, who herself had en aa target been target of ofthe the controvercontrover­ - Maple Valley Athletic Boosters sy a few years ago, agreed: “It is in the principals’ master “ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. 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"thTpapea p . 0 ffi iLTOEVSife“cor WSA CLASSIFIED 24 is your 24-HOUR classified placement and information line I from — 4 voice commumcaI tion service of J-Ad Graphics, Inc. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1991— Page 8 ^Obituaries ] Henry John Joppie____ VERMONTVILLE - Henry John Joppie, 90 ofVermontvil­ le, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 1991 at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mr. Joppie was bom in Vermontville Township, Eaton County, the son of William and Josephine (Vandeijagt) Joppie. He was a machine operator for Aluminum Extrusions before his retirement. Mr. Joppie is survived by his wife, Margie; three sons, Russell (Janice), Robert (Frances) all of Charlotte, Earl (Evelyn) of Custer, two daughters, Maxine Harag of Charlotte, Phyllis (Emery) Fenstemaker of Wacousta; step daughter, Norma (John) Viele of Vermontville; step son, Neil (Billie) Parker of California; 20 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren; brother, Leonard Joppie of Vermontville; five step grand­ children; 7 step great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, August 2, at the Pray Funeral Home with Reverend Paul Mergener officiating. Burial was in the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Henry Joppie to the Local T.B. & Emphysema Association or the American Cancer Society. Mabel T. Lake Most decorated horse Kim Thompson of Vermontville and her registered purebred Arabian Saber won numerous honors recently in a competition. They received first-place honors in Western Pleasure and horsemanship and were reserve champions in Arabs, Morgans and other registered breeds. They champions in the showman breed and reserve champions in the overall sweepstakes, showman and Kim, a member of the Eaton Raiders Horse Club, was a state show delegate. MARY GLENN Our Pizza has the Thickest Crust... Bigger Bread Sticks... at the same low price. • SHAKES • FLOATS • SUNDAES • CONE 151 S. Main Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-1000 Lisa Higbee of Nashville, a member of the Gresham Grinders 4-H Club, was a winner at the recent Eaton County Fair, receiving Judge's Choice on her double­ walled basket. She also will receive a savings bond from County Additions of East Lansing for "most outstanding weaved basket." Also, Lisa and her club­ mate Amber Mead of Mulliken took top honors in the sheep team fitting contest. Each of six teams was given 45 minutes to prepare sheep brought in from the farm for the show ring. arry xtenson Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: August 7 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. August 14 - 4-H Horse Leaders’ Dinner, 7 p.m., County Seat, Hastings. August 15 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Ex­ po Building, Fairgrounds. August 17 - 4-H Advisory Council Picnic, 6 p.m., Diana Langshaw’s home. August 19 - 4-H/FFA Livestock Appreciation Banquet, 7 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. August 21 - Farm Chemical Storage Open House, 1-4 p.m., Carl Huhn’s Farm, St. Johns. August 22 - Turfgrass Field Day, 8:30 a.m., MSU Hancock Turfgrass Research Center - must pre-register - cost $10. August 24 - Summerfest/4-H Kite Making, 1 p.m., Fish Hat­ chery Park, Hastings. August 24 - Summerfest/4-H Fishing Clinic and Contest, 8 a.m., Fish Hatchery Park, Hastings. August 28 - Post Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Advertise with classifieds in The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. • VERMONTVILLE • PeeWee Football Sign-up ounty BUB Monday, August MAPLEWOOD FOOTBALL FIELD Coaches Meeting 6:30 anyone interested in helping coach, referee or work concession stand please attend. Player Sign-up 3rd-8th Grade - 6:30-8:00 $2.00 sign-up fee. Please bring any used equipment to sell or donate to sign-up. Any questions call Gary Goris 726-1310 or Charlie Wawiernia 726-0010. State of Michigan Probate Court County of Kent CLAIMS NOTICE INDEPENDENT PROBATE File No. 91-152,343-IE ESTATE OF THOMAS W. JACKSON, DECEASED. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Your interest in the estate may be barred or affected by the following: The decedent, whose last known address was 2010 Island Drive, Wayland, Ml 49348 died January 8, 1990. An instrument dated July 13, 1988 has been admitted as the will of the deceased. Creditors of the deceased are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to the indepen­ dent personal representative, Robert W. Jackson, 140 Hanlon Court, Wayland, Ml 49348 or to both the independent personal representative and the Kent County Probate Court, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503, within 4 months of the date of publica­ tion of this notice. Notice is further given that the estate will be thereafter assign­ ed and distributed to the per­ sons entitled to it. Robert D. Brower (Pl 1256) 800 Calder Plaza Building Grand Rapids, Ml 49503 (616)459-8311 (8/6) NASHVILLE - Mabel T. Lake, Nashville, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 1991 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mrs. Lake was bom on May 29, 1917 in Jackson, the daughter of Frank Clemons and Lyda May Goodrich. She was married to Bernard Lake for 57 years. Mrs. Lake was a housewife. Mrs. Lake is survived by her husband, Bernard, five daught­ ers, Mrs. Earl (Gerry) Browers of Benton Harbor, Mrs. Leonard (Marjorie) Hughes of Nashville, Mrs. Ruth Lieb of Hastings, Mrs. Bernard (JoAnn) Hughes of Banfield, Mrs. Eldon (Alice) Lieb of Battle Creek, 21 grandchil­ dren, 35 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two grandchildren, one great-grandchild and four brothers. Funeral services were held Friday, August 2 at Nashville Baptist Church. Burial was in Wilcox Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Andrew Michael Wymer NASHVILLE Andrew Michael Wymer, 4 weeks old of Nashville passed away Thursday, August 1, 1991 at home unexpectedly. Andrew was bom July 4, 1991 in Charlotte, the son of Charles Wymer and Neva Rhodes. Andrew is survived by his parents; three brothers, Char­ les Jr., Jason and Justin; one sister, Jessica; grandmothers, lonb Wymer of Hastings and Evelyn Rhodes ofVermontvil­ le; great grandmother, Ruby Ward of Leslie; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services were held Friday, August 2 at the Woodlawn Cemetery., Vermontville with Reverend George Speas officiating. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. Roy C. Degner Jr. CHARLOTTE - Roy C. Degner Jr., 50 ofCharlotte and formerly of Vermontville passed away Saturday, August 3, 1991 at Ingham Medical Center, Lansing. Mr. Degner was bom on September 19, 1940 in Lans­ ing, the son of Roy and Dorothy Degner. He was raised in Vermontville and attended school there. He was married to Patricia Laurie on February 6, 1960 in Vermontville. The couple has lived at their address on Miller­ burg Road the last 20 years coming from the Vermontville area. He was employed at Oldsmobile in Lansing for 32 years. He enjoyed fishing and repairing cars. Mr. Degner Jr. is survived by his wife, Patricia; two daughters, Diane (David) Tyler of Haslett, Denise (Kenneth) Young of Lansing; five grandchildren, David Tyler, Betsy, Cortney, Heather and Kenny Young; mother, Dorothy Etegner of Charlotte; two brothers, Jerry (Jamie) Degner of Lansing, Harold (Sharon) Degner ofPotterville; sister, Emma (Lewis) Trow­ bridge of Vermontville; sever­ al nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Degner Sr. in 1975. Funeral services were held Saturday, August 3, at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funer­ al Home, with Reverend Duane Royston officiating. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. - . Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice or American Cancer Society. Brandy^ Trevor Tim Great job at the fair! You are all blue ribbon kids to us! Special congrats to you Brandy on Reserve Champion, Reserve Sweepstake Showman, Top 10 & Judges Choice! Love...Mona & Maynard ilaJi alh si. aii up: MM Wii *i hl •ij® ■iijifc WK •Mt । M-a ^iwi �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1991 __Page 9 Antique steam and gas engines on display at Clarksville Aug. 16-17 by Barbara Gall sss ss « IJS JJKLu will be held each day and a pig StaffWriter roast is planned for Friday Anyone who visits the night, Aug. 16, said one ofthe Clarksville Gas and Steam organizers, Lewis Good of Engine Association show Caledonia. Aug. 16 and 17 will get a taste He said that visitors who are of history along with a close­ “into” restoring the old up look at the forerunners of engines also will be able to today’s mechanical marvels. buy and swap parts. The big old engines with The historical aspect of the their huge gears, wood boxes show goes far deeper than just and enormous boilers don’t understanding the history of look much like engines of the machinery. today. Good described what it But their development meant for the farmer to have a marked a turning point both in machine available that could agriculture and in plow 40 acres a day, even on manufacturing. hard ground. And though the machinery Ss approaching the centenary “The harder the ground, mark, it still can work, and the better it rolled,” he ex­ part of the fun of the show is plained, describing a 1910 playing games with the Reeves engine similar to the restored and carefully main­ one his own father had pur­ chased for the family farm. tained equipment. “It changed the farmer’s One such event is the “slow race,” in which the par­ life.” And it changed the course ticipants try to see whose engine can run the slowest of manufacturing as well. Along with engines that without stalling. Besides the exhibit and were used in the fields for special events, a parade and a plowing and thrashing, a drawing for donated prizes steam engine-powered saw mill owned by the Blough family of Clarksville also will be on display. Lloyd Blough of Clarksville, a member of the Gas and Steam Engine Association, said that he used a steam engine to run his saw mill right up to 1940, when he finally went to diesel power. He has shown a portable saw mill that he bought and restored about 25 years ago at exhibits throughout the state and at Charlton Park. Like Good, his fascination with the steam engines began in his childhood, watching his father operate the “new” equipment. He agreed that “there’s a lot of nostalgia” involved in restoring the old engines. Good said that refreshments will be available on the grounds, and that an unusual “drinking fountain” will be installed so guests will have good cold water available. A special well will be sunk and an antique steam-driven pump jack will pump the water from the well. “We’ll have fountains of drinking water,” he said. TO THE EDITOR Nashville Temple board concerned about story e mi mi e ■ Mill * Um Mmitig Lillf Vggllni [mJ ri falgunHta in Or- asta H .taC l)kr (MW* ilijs js IjWWJ jJ mm tw Uw* w*f To the editor: In reference to the Maple Valley News article July 30, regarding the proposed senior citizens* site. The article re­ quires a rebutal. While the officers of the Nashville Temple Association have no objection to moving the C.O.A. site to the old pump house, they do strongly resent Mrs. Pennington’s remarks, and we quote, “the Seniors are often stuck with cleaning up messes left by private parties who rent the Lodge.” Martha Lee, the present site director, is well aware that she could always call Tim Smith, Harold Hansen or Clayton Newland if there was a problem, and she has not done so. Furthermore, a number ofyears ago the lodge instituted a policy of requiring a deposit of $25 from private individuals to rent the hall. This to be refunded only if everything was left clean and orderly. Martha Lee was quoted as saying, “The Community Center would be a place they could call home.” Actually, the Community Center is also available for rent to private parties, just as the Masonic Temple is. As COA Director, Mrs. Penn­ ington should be aware that the Masons have provided a clean, comfortable, easily ac­ cessable site for senior citizens for approximately 12 years. The contractual use of the dining area by COA is from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. However, use of the area for other activities and additional time has always been available. Our original contract called for a daily rental rate of $4.50. At present, the rate is $5, an amount that was established by the federal government, and was meant to cover the cost of utilities, heat, disposal, electricity, water and sewer. During the winter months, this amount does not entirely cover these costs. We find it interesting that the COA presented a Cer­ tificate of Appreciation to the Nashville Masonic Lodge in recognition of their participa­ tion in support of the nutrition program. This was dated Oct. 2, 1986, and signed by the former excellent Executive Director Eloise Wolf and Beatrice Pino, Board Chair­ man. Then on April 21, 1988, there was an almost identical award signed by Tammy Pen­ nington and Sue Huver, Nutri­ tion Program Coordinator. As recent as March of 1991, Mrs. Pennington requested Temple Board approval' to identify the temple as the COA site with a sign, and ap­ proval was granted. Masonry is a non-profit organization, and we do con­ tribute to a number of philan­ thropic charities in the Nashville-Vermontville areas, including the Student Scholar­ ship Fund, Christmas Fund, Diabetes Fund, and yes we are contibuting the site for the Barry County Commission on Aging. We urge the seniors who have a direct interest in the COA program to contact the Barry County COA Board of Directors regarding this matter. Lewis Good, left, Jim Reser and Ernest Heaven provide some perspective on the size of the old steam engines by standing alongside this Keck-Gonnerman machine built around 1920. Engines like this were a boon to farmers. The drawing for the “big stuff” will be on Saturday, he said, adding that area businesses and banks had been very generous in donating cash and gift certificates as well as prizes for the event. More than $2,000 worth of cash and prizes will be raffled during the two days, with the $2 admission ticket automatically entering the guest in the drawing, he ex­ plained. Children 12 and under will be admitted for free. The exhibit will be located west of Clarksville, near the Bloughs’ sawmill. 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Plus M Your Cost After Refund SQOO $499 60’s OsCal Chewable 500 mg. 60’s 41 HOURS: 9 O.m. Io 6 p.m. Monday Ihru Soturdoy 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 4 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1991 — Page 10 Street dance to cap Vermontville's garage sale day The fifth annual Vermont­ ville community-wide garage sale and street dance has been set for Saturday, Aug. 17. Sales will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., followed by an evening dance on Main Street near the town park. The events are sponsored by the local Chamber of Com­ merce. The organization will conduct a fund-raising sale of donated goods at a location behind Vermontville Hard­ ware, and encourages householders throughout the community to set up sales in their yards or garages that day. The Chamber is requesting a $2 donation from every household that conducts a sale to help defray cost ofadvertis­ ing the event in area papers. “We wouldn’t have gotten the turnout (at last year’s event) without it,” said Ricki Hill, Chamber treasurer. She asks that those who wish their addresses listed on the ads to sign up before Aug. 10 at Vermontville Hardware. A $2 donation to the Chamber is requested, regardless of whether or not the address is listed, said Hill. Spots for vendors also will' be available in the town park on a first-come, first-served basis, with a $2 fee that can be paid at the hardware. Chamber members are busy collecting a variety of items for their sale, and are seeking community donations of household goods and other ar­ ticles for the fund-raiser. Con-, tributed items may be dropped off at the hardware store, or pickup can be arranged by COBB » » Richard R. 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Call 945-3512 for appointment BOBCAT SERVICES back­ hoe, auger, bam cleaning, and more. $125 1/2 day, $250 full. 1-517-852-2278.___________ LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thru Friday. Satellite Service. ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.____________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Garage Sale Estimates Available RUMMAGE SALE at the Nashville United Methodist Annex, Fri., Sat, Aug. 9,10,9-5. Lots of cheap summer and fall clothes, plus other items. YARD SALE: Everything 500, 124 Church, Monday thru Satur­ day, 9am to 7pm. 726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd;, Vermontville OMETOWN? LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville (EB OK CREDIT • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • • • • Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS his band, “Dealer’s Choice,” will furnish music for the dance. Those attending are asked to bring lawn chairs for seating in the park. Another upcoming fund­ raiser for the Vermontville Chamber will be an Aug; 24-25 co-ed softball tourna­ ment. Teams must register by Aug. 19 with Doug Durkee at the hardware store. Entry fee per team is $75 plus one ball. The action will take place on the village ballfield at the comer of First and Maple streets. 5 FAMILY YARD SALE: Wed. & Thurs. August 7-8,9-5. 122 West Francis, Nashville. Help Wanted FREE ROOM AND BOARD for live-in to help ailing man and wife. Light housework, must have references. 852-9523. For Sale FOR SALE: One 14 inch, P185 tire. New. Russell Booher. Phone 726-0417.___________ YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. Thank You CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank Nashville Ambulance Service, Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Pennock . Hospital Emergency mergency Dept., ep., I.C.U., .. ., Doctors, Nurses & stafffor their kindness and professional help during our great loss. Also, all the ladies who provided and prepared the food. Della Gordenski & Family CARD OF THANKS Thank you to the Ambulance and Fire Department Crew for helping Hora Miller. The Miller Family In Memoriam IN MEMORIAM SOMEONE SPECIAL In times like these, We all ask why, Would God permit, Such a man to die. Although he seems So far away, In our hearts, He will always stay. A father, a husband, And a friend was he, Kind and gentle, And as loving as anyone. Men like him, Are oh so rare, Always smiling, And full of care. From this we all Did truly share, May he live with the Lord, Until we join him there. In loving memory of Randy Grant August?, 1990. By Aaron Smith. We would like to express out deepest thanks and appreciation to: Family members, Church members, Neighbors, Our many friends, Randy’s Basketball Team, AE Employess and Nippondenso & Employees for everything you have done for us this past year. Cindy (Sam) Joheather, Leslie Jessie Grant National Ads GET PAID for taking easy snapshots! No experience. $900.00 per 100. Call 1-900-230-3636 ($0.99/min.) or Write: PASE Q5842, 161 S. Lincolnway, N. Aurora, IL. 60542.______________ READ BOOKS FOR PAY! $100 a title. No experience. Call 1-900-847-7878 ($0.99/min.) or Write: PASE H5842, 161 S. Lincolnway, N. Aurora, IL. 60542. Posters promoting Vermontville's upcoming Garage Sale Day were put in place last week by Ricki Hill and Doug Durkee, representing the Chamber of Com­ merce. That organization is sponsoring the Aug. 17 fund-raiser, as well as an evening street dance that will conclude the day's festivities. Insects attack area apple trees A big surprise this year is the widespread browning of the leaves of apple and crabapple trees. On closer inspection one can see the “netted” ap­ pearance of the brown leaves. The culprit is the apple and thorn skeletonizer, a pest pre­ sent in unusually large numbers. The caterpillar is about a half-inch long, yellow in color with six black dots on each segment. If caterpillars can still be found on affected trees, they can be controlled with many common horticultural insecticides, GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Advertise with classifieds in The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml » 616-527-2724 Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) _ hours — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M0RMayhrU 726-0319 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml TROWBRIDGE’S Auto Parts & Service Center WE SELL AND SERVICE: • Simplicity • Snapper • bcs Tillers • Ohio Steel Carts & Rollers • Green Machine Trimmers Drive a little & save a lot! 130 S. Main, Vermontville • 726-0569 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1991 — Page 11 Eaton County Fair 4-H winners announced Seth Wright of Vermontville, who will be a seventh-grader at Maple Valley this fall, had the Grand Champion heifer in the British Commercial division at the Eaton County fair. Children’s craft classes offered Again this year, the Ver­ montville Historical Society will sponsor its special craft classes for children in the community. For Tuesday, Aug. 6, Mary Hokanson is asking each child to bring a T-shirt and enjoy ‘‘Fun Painting with Sponges.” On the following Tuesday, Aug. 13, Paula Cole will help the children learn the art of basket weaving. Mary Fisher will teach the final class on Tuesday, Aug. 20. In this lesson the children will learn to paint wood plaques. Classes will run from 2 to 3:30 p.m. each Tuesday in the museum. Extension Homemakers picnic planned for Tuesday Aug. 13 Elizabeth Steinberger, 8, of the Maurer 4-H Club calmed her noisy four-month-old lamb, "Courtney," while waiting to show the animal Wednesday. NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING Aug. 15,1991 • 7 p.m. ...at the Nashville Council Cham­ bers. Purpose: that being that Robert Fueri is requesting a special use permit in order to place a mobile home on Lot #44 and #45 in the Hardendorf Addition. Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals The annual Eaton County Extension Homemakers August Council picnic is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 13, at Fox Park, just north of Potterville on Gresham Highway. All members are encourag­ ed to attend. Everyone is ask­ ed to bring a dish to pass and their own table service, beverages will be provided. Fall Tour plans will be distributed, as well as a list of possible resource speakers for monthly club meetings. The business meeting will start at 10:30 a.m., followed by the potluck picnic lunch. All members are to identify themselves at the entrance gate. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. Maple Valley area youngsters showing animals in Cloverbud Class judging Friday afternoon were, (from left) Vince Shepherd with his sheep; Autumn Piece and her rab­ bit; and Samantha Mater, with her goat. Cloverbud is a junior division of 4-H for children ages 6-8. They do not place in the competi­ tion but receive participa­ tion ribbons and learn the rudiments of appearing before judges. [open Sundays 11:00 ■ 3:00 ...to serve your needs. Vermontville Hardware DOUG and JULIE DURKEE 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml Open Mon-Frl 8:30-6; Sat 8:30-6: Sun. 11-3 726-1121 GREAT HALF-GRAND SALE $500 on tractor/ implement Buy a new John Deere 55 or 70 Series Tractor with any compatible implement and save $500 off the combined sug­ gested list prices. Choose from eight hydrostatic and geardriven models, 18.5 to 38.5 hp. And more than 30 implements. Use our special finance options (ask us for specific details) and save even more. Hurry in! Deals end Nov. 2, 1991^/1' THORNAPJPLE VALLEY NOTHING RUNS 1690 South M’37 Hastings LIKE A DEERE* (616) 945-9526 �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1991 — Page 12 Magician delights more than 100 youngsters at Vermontville event The wonderful worlds of magic, science, reading and math were opened in Ver­ montville Wednesday after­ noon for more than 100 youngsters and adults atten­ ding a performance of Leslie magician Kevin St. Onge. His appearance was spon­ sored by the Mildred Allen Memorial Library as the final event of July Summer Story Hour. St. Onge established an im­ mediate rapport with the au­ dience through his combina­ tion of humor and magic. Besides traditional tricks with cards and ropes, he did others based on scientific principles. “It’s science, pure and sim­ ple, under the guise of magic” said St. Onge, as he demonstrated his balloon-inthe-bottle trick. After inserting a ballon into a bottle and inflating it, he demonstrated that air would not escape from the unsealed top. The secret of this was revealed to the children by the magician and he later distributed flyers explaining how they also could do it. “If you mix science and magic together you can learn something and have fun with your friends, too,” noted St. Onge. He enlisted help from children in the audience for parts of his act. One was a mathematical trick also in­ volving reading. He said it was a special trick he had “worked up for the library group.” Again, he later revealed the key to his trick so the children could try it at home. St. Onge repeatedly has won national media attention for some of his unusual magical exploits. He was named an official magical representative by the State of Michigan and has been writ­ ten up in several publications, including Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, Playboy and GET A HEAD START WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS Whether you're shopping for better digs, bigger office space or a newer mode of transportation, count on the Classifieds to take the legwork out of the race! And when you've got something to sell; an ad in the Classifieds can put you in the lead at a price so small that anyone can afford to be a sport. So next time you want to get the job done, team up with the Classifieds...and save your running shoes for the gym! The appearance of magician Kevin St. Onge brought a crowd of over 100 youngsters and adults to the lawn of Vermontville's opera house Wednesday. Newsweek. Thousands of school-age children in several states recognize St. Onge as “Dr. Zap,” a lively character he developed for Michigan’s largest hands-on science museum to arouse student in­ terest in science and motivate them to reach for technical careers. After his performance in Vermontville, St. Onge per­ sonally autographed photos of himself for each child. Refreshments of popsicles were served by the library staff and Vermontville Woman’s Club. This month, children of the community are invited to par­ ticipate in a weekly craft pro­ gram, starting at 2 p.m. today (Aug'. 6) at the Vermontville academy-museum. Different crafts will be featured each week.' Today, children should br­ ing a T-shirt to paint. Martha Zemke is in charge of the event. After the show, St. Onge personally inscribed and autographed his photo for each child who wanted one. THE WINNING TEAM YOU AND THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 St. Onge entertained the kids by performing his popular rope trick. Serving our Country Scott K. Benton Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Scott K. Benton, whose wife, Brenda, is the daughter of Leon W. and Sue Smith of Thornapple Lake Road, Nashville, has been promoted to his present rank while serv­ ing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz, homeported in Bremerton, Wash. The 1982 graduate ofMaple Valley High School joined the Navy in July 1982. Denim • Cotton Prints • Plaids • Knits Florals • Pendleton Wool Halloween Prints & Holiday Fabrics x/i OFF In Stock Patterns • McCall, Simplicity, Kwik Sew SEWING MACHINE REPAIR by Mr. J. HULST CLEANERS PICK UP STATION 218 E. State St., Hastings Ph. 945-9673 ■HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 8-5:30; Fri. 8 7: Sat. 9-5:30 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1991 — Page 13 Ugly legs' add fun to Nashville festival fund-raiser Ugly legs will play a role in selecting the King of Nashville's 1991 Harvest Festival. The event revives a popular fund-raiser of a decade ago. Mike Thorne (left), owner of Nashville Hardware, and Village President Ray Hinckley, representing Village Hall, are among the candidates. Seated between them is Pam Thomason, queen candidate of Clay's Dinner Bell. The mother of four boys, ages 1-13, has been a waitress at the restaurant five years. The 1991 Harvest King and Queen contest is well under way in Nashville. The royalty, to be selected by penny votes, will reign over the village’s Harvest Festival, to be held Aug. 17 in conjunction with a weekend Muzzleloaders’ Rendezvous. As of last Friday, Duska Brumm, chairwoman of the King and Queen race, had registered the following spon­ sors and candidates: Good Time Pizza, Jack and Judy DeGroot; C’s Place, Mike Lawrence and Kerrie Bol­ inger; Mace Pharmacy, Dave Mace and Darlene Hammond; Village Hall, Ray Hinckley and Rose Heaton; Nashville Hardware, Mike Thome; and Clay’s Dinner Bell, Pam Thomason. While the queen candidates will be judged along tradi­ tional lines, with their photos gracing their vote canisters, the men will compete in what is known as an “Ugly Legs” contest. Each will be iden­ tified by a photo ofhis legs at­ tached to his vote canister. Candidates may be employees, owners or associates of the sponsoring business places, but are not required to be. Money collected in the vote canisters will help defray costs of sponsoring the festival, which at present time includes a full agenda: kids’ games, a softball tournament, arts and craft vendors, a judg­ ed art show, a firemen’s water battle, band music, parade, a Decreased tillage means increased weeds Farmers who are using reduced tillage systems are experiencing increased peren­ nial weed infestations. The number of perennial weeds increase because reduc­ ed tillage systems are not breaking up perennial weed “root” systems as much as conventional tillage. No-till fields tend to have higher perennial investations than do chisel-plowed fields. Perennials reproduce by NOTICE Vermontville Township Residents For Emergency Fire, Ambulance and Police Call 911 vegetative means, which allows the “roots" to store food reserves so the plant will form new shoot growth each spring until it dies. Taken a step further, perennials can not be effectively controlled if they are sprayed with a her­ bicide when they do not have enough leaf area to absorb the herbicide. If many perennials are pre­ sent in your field, then spot spraying at the proper time is recommended by Karen Ren­ ner, Extension agronomist. , Perennials should be sprayed when they enter the flowering stage because the plant has sufficient leaf area to absorb enough of the her­ bicide to kill it. Renner also says herbicide applications are not effective during times when the peren­ nials are under drought stress because the perennial has “hardened off” and wUl not absorb enough herbicide to kill it. Other methods used to con- trol perennials include crop rotation and cultivation. Cultivation may decrease perennial weed infestations if done frequently enough to deplete underground root reserves. The field should be cultivated every two to three weeks. Warm, dry soil condi­ tions increase the effec­ tiveness ofcultivation because the plant roots are dried out. Cultivation can increase perennial weed infestations by moving perennial weeds to new areas in the field and breaking the dormancy of underground buds, resulting in new shoot development. Cultivation during cool, wet conditions also reduces weed control. . For more information about perennial weeds and how to control them, refer to the Ex­ tension bulletin series E-2244 through E-2257 or contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte. Latest contributions to Putnam Library CLIP THIS and SAVE IT! i The latest contributions to Memorial Scroll. Let,Us Do The Dirty Work I and You Can Have The | Fun of Refinishing....। THE FURNITURE STRIPPING BUSINESS 538 Sherman, Nashville ★ srppng stripping * Repair epar j * Refinishing * Regluing I — NEW HOURS — Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri. 9:30-4:30 Saturday 8-12 noon Wednesday by chance Stuart and Elaine Southworth, Owners Phone 1517) 852-0945 Putnam Public Library came recently in memory of Marleen Lathrop by Esther Long, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Parsons, and by Ruth Brown. In memory of Mabel Furlong by Esther Long. In memory of Greta Firster and in memory of Jerry Fowler by the Nashville Class of ‘56. In memory of Vem and Doris DePriester, in memory ofJoe Hickey, and in memory of Randy Grant by Dennis, Debbie and Sara DePriester. Donations to the refur­ bishing fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box 920, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors and those named in gifts will be listed in the Maple Valley News. Names of donors will be listed in the book of con­ tributors and those named in gifts will be added to the book sale and sidewalk chalk art at the library; pancake breakfast served at the fire station; and a Las Vegas night Friday at the local VFW post. Coronation of the Queen and “Ugly Leg” King will take place Saturday morning before the 1.1 a.m. grand parade, in which the royalty and all other candidates are in­ vited to ride. The parade will pay special tribute to veterans of Opera­ tion Desert Storm, said chair­ woman Ruth Beards lee. The Muzzleloaders’ camp will be situated again this year on the old Riverside ball park, southwest of the business district. Among planned ac­ tivities sponsored by the Fork River Free Trappers are shooting competitions and historical re-enactments. Hank Felder Jr. is local organizer of the three-day en­ campment, which simulates life of trappers, traders and craftsmen of the 1800s and is open free of charge to the public. This is the seventh year the wide-ranging group of muzzleloaders has chosen Nashville as the site of its en­ campment. The proximity of the campsite to the Thomapple River plays a role in this choice, since some of their competition involves canoeing. Chairpersons of the various Harvest Festival events are Mary Ohler, arts and crafts (852-9593); Ruth Beards lee, parade (852-0756); Duska Brumm, King and Queen con­ test and softball tourney (852-1976 or 852-9723); BUI WUson, firemen’s waterball fight; Rose Heaton and Bon­ nie White, kids’ games; Dave Mace, band entertainment; and Eunice Priddy, art show. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of ... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies 726-0088 (517) 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Sign-up Night and First Practice Tuesday, Aug. 6 • 6:30-8 — FULLER STREET FIELD — Every player must be accompanied by a parent. Last date to sign up Aug. 16th. Bring used equipment you wish to sell with your name and price on it (helmets and shoes). Bow Hunters i/veallcanyour meet archery needs — CUSTOM — ARROW MAKING BOW TURNING Video Rental ASHVILLE 16 sporting HARDWARE ‘ST 233 N. Main St. Nashville, MI 852-0713 WE SHIP U.P.S. OPEN: Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1991 — Page 14 Beware of state's highway workers These crashes are caused by Each day highway construc­ tion workers put their lives on driver inattention, distractions and going too fast in a crowd­ the line, or at least close to that center line of the ed, congested area. They oc. cur most often when highways highway. are busy with drivers going to Sometimes they must feel or from work, and when there like part of a video arcade game, forced to duck and is a mix of both high and low speed vehicles in road con­ dodge speeding vehicles. But struction zones. this is no game. Drivers who Highway construction ignore posted speed limits and fail to slow down are delays can be frustrating. But, dangerous to highway failure to be aware ofthe road ahead, to slow down and obey workers and to themselves. In 1990, there were 5,814 posted speed limits can be road construction site crashes deadly. Drivers need time to react that resulted in 15 deaths and 2,192 injuries, according to to the unexpected, such as construction vehicles entering the Michigan State Police. While highway crews work in or exiting the highway. So, these potentially dangerous always keep a safe distance areas, most of the injuries in between your vehicle and the construction work zones are one ahead. Be prepared to to drivers and their slow down, stop or drive passengers. Recent research around workers and construc­ funded by the Federal tion equipment, and be ready Highway Administration to follow instructions from found most fatal work zone road workers directing traffic. crashes occur at night when a Remember, always obey vehicle hits a fixed object, the speed limit in road con­ such as a construction barrier. struction zones. Under a new During the day, most crashes law, the speed limit in involve one vehicle hitting highway construction areas is another. 45 miles per hour, unless YOUR COMPANY CAN BENEFIT FROM PRE-SCREENED INTERVIEWS WITH JOBLINE HERE’S HOW IT WORKS: A job seeker sees the following ad in one of our papers ... 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Road construction workers deserve a safe work place, too. So “Give ’em a Brake” when you see the orange and black signs warning that a construction zone is ahead. Slow down and follow the posted speed limit. Consumers Power has record high electric output New girls softball champs This team, sponsored by Diana's Place, won the Maple Valley girls softball title. Front Row— (from left) Tammy Jo Sealy, Samantha Smith and Trisha Johnson. Middle Row— Stephanie Webb, Sarah Hughes, Salena Stutz and Lezlie Hay. Back Row— Danielle Watson, Jenny Kuempel, Evelyn Ackley and Holly Green. Maple Valley graduate receives conducting accolades nationally Maple Valley graduate Laurine Celeste Fox has con­ ducted orchestras in Den­ mark, Germany and Brazil, and will be appearing as a guest conductor with the Sao Paulo State Orchestra of Brazil and the National Or­ chestra of Ecuador next season. In New York, Fox was recently appointed the new music director/conductor of the Riverside Orchestra following a highly lauded guest appearance with that ensemble. She will hold this post while continuing as music director/conductor of both The Virtuoso Strings and The Bronx Concert Singers, as well as co-conductor ofThe Great Neck Philharmonic. Prior to assuming these positions, Fox was the con­ ductor of the New York Chamber Orchestra and the Suburban Symphony of New Jersey, leading these ensembles to critical acclaim in many settings throughout the New York metropolitan area. Fox’s education has includ­ ed studies under Maestros Herbert Blomstedt (then Kapellmeister of the Dresden Staatskapelle and presently music director of the San Francisco Symphony), Eleazar de Carvalho (the “dean ” of South American conductors) and Kurt Masur, (Papellmeister of the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra and incoming music director of the New York Philharmonic). She is also a scholarship alumna of the Juilliard School, from which she received an M.M. degree, and Michigan State University, where she graduated magna cum laude with a B.M. degree. Her parents are William and Janene Fox, Vermontville. Consumers Power Com­ pany electric customers used a record amount of power during July, the fourth month this year in which a new all­ time monthly sendout record has been established. “Warmer than average temperatures early in the month, the improving Michigan economy and in­ creasing customer use of air­ conditioners drove the record demand,” said Fred Buckman, the utility’s presi­ dent and chief operating officer. New electric sendout records established during Ju­ ly include: • A new July monthly sendout record of 3.0 million megawatt-hours (MWh), ap­ proximately 3.5 percent higher than the former record for the month set in 1988. • A new July hourly peak demand record of 5,825 megawatts (MW) set July 18, surpassing by 1.3 percent the former July peak of 5,753 MW set July 10, 1989. • A new all-time Saturday 24-hour sendout record of 104,848 MWh, surpassing by almost 4 percent the 1988 record. • A new all-time Saturday hourly peak demand record of 4,936 MW, surpassing by 3.4 percent the 1988 record. Monthly electric sendout records by Consumers Power customers have also been set this year for January, May and June. “We expect that 1991 will be the eighth consecutive year of record electric sales, par­ BOY, bom to Tammy and ticularly in light of increased Mike Jones ofGrand Ledge, a vehicle production schedules son named Andrew Martin on for the final five months ofthe July 22, 1991, weighing 7 lbs. year,” said Buckman. 15 ounces. Maternal grand­ parents are Carroll and Marge Wolff of Nashville. It’s a boy! Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Brochures MORE Call 945-9554 VILLAGE ©IF— NOTICE OF VERMONTVILLE COUNCIL TRUSTEE OPENING Due to the resignation of Sharon Faust, there is a trustee position open on the Vermontville Village Council. The appointment is until the General Election in March 1992. Anyone interested in filling the vacancy should send a letter of interest to the Vermont­ ville Village Council, 121 S. Main, P.O. Box K, Vermontville, Ml 49096. 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The event will be held in conjunction with Nashville's annual Harvest Festival, set for Saturday According to Hank Felder Jr., local organizer of the trappers' gathering, the rendezvous this year will offer a great deal more than tradi­ tional muzzleloader competition. Besides fashioning of fur hats, demonstrations by in­ dividuals will show such early trades as making leather shoes by hand, sewing period clothing on an antique machine, weaving sashes on a loom, crafting baskets from pans of Michigan's black ash trees, and turning willow branches into furniture. Other talents of that era also will he featured "We have one man who will demonstrate primitive fire-starting techniques." said Felder. "And we have two blacksmiths who have promis- ed demonstrations all day long." Also to be shown both Saturday and Sunday at the campsite are primitive styles ofbaking. Among foods to be served at the event are ge­ nuine buffalo burgers. Muzzle loader enthusiasts from around the state are ex­ pected to converge on Nashville Thursday to begin setting up camp on the old Nashville Council pinpoints sidewalk repair by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The first step in a giant sidewalk replacement plan was taken Thursday night when the Nashville Village Council announced the project will commence on Sherman Street. Trustee Forrest Burd, head of the Department of Public Works Committee, said the first walks to be replaced arc on the north side of Sherman Street, from Main Stmt eastward. "We’ll go as far as the money will take us,’’ said Burd. Last month the council ap­ proved the project which will be paid in equal shares by the village and by property owners whose sidewalks are replaced. Only those walks in disrepair will be affected. In June the council allocated one mill of* its street depart­ ment budget to a special fund for sidewalk replacement, generating about $9,750 of village share for the first year. Completion of the plan to replace all faulty sidewalks throughout the village is ex­ pected to take several years. Burd said the lowest estimate he has on the job is $2.35 a square foot ($7.05 a running foot for the three-foot wide walks). "This would be a little less if our (DPW) people took out the old sidewalks,” added Burd. Trustee Richard Chaffee asked if the village crew could do the entire job. Village President Ray Hinckley responded that they could, but it might result in walks being tom up for a much longer period because the crew must also handle other duties and could be called away for water or sewer emergencies. He said in the past this situation has resulted in complaints from property owners whose tom-up walks were left on hold. Completion of the Sherman Street project is expected this year. In other business Thursday, the council adopted a resolu­ tion concerning establishment and operation of a new recycl­ ing site proposed at Carl's Market. The facility will operate 24 hours per day. seven days per week, and will accept free of charge, clear glass, aluminum, tin and plastic milk jugs. Castleton, Maple Grove and Vermontville townships and the Village of Vermontville have all agreed to help support the project along with the Village of Nashville. Each will contribute $20 per month See Sidewalk, page 2 Yarger named Harvest Festival parade marshal Douglas Yarger has been named grand marshal of the 1991 Nashville Harvest Festival parade. He has been a member of the local fire department for 31 years and has been chief since 1972. A man who has helped pro­ tect the lives and property of residents in the greater Nashville area for 31 years has been selected as grand marshal of the 1991 Harvest Festival parade, Aug. 17. Fire Chief Douglas Yarger was selected for the honor because of his long service to the community, said Ruth Be a r d s1e e, parade chairperson. Yarger is senior member of the department, having the most years of service in the 18-member volunteer force, which covers the village of Nashville and the townships of Castleton and Maple Grove. A native of Nashville, the son of Winifred Yarger and Dennis Yarger Jr., Douglas grew up in the village and at­ tended Nashville schools. His uncle Voyle Varney, an early local milkman, was the only Nashville fireman ever killed in the line of duty. The 30-year-old Varney died in November 1943, when he fell from the roof of a home while fighting a fire at* the Rube Norton farm, five miles southeast of Nashville. Yarger says his youthful impression ofthat tragedy had a bearing on his desire to be a firefighter. “I remember the day he went out on the fire." recalls Yarger. “I was standing on the corner in front ofthe dug­ out (on Main Street at Sher- man) when Voyle went by in his milk truck (responding to the fire call). He never came back.’’ Yarger says another uncle, Glenn Yarger. and two of his cousins were firemen in Battle Creek. "I kind of grew up in it," says Yarger of firefighting. "1 used to visit the station in Bat­ tle Creek when my uncle was there.” Yarger has seen many changes in the local fire department over the years. In the earlier days the fire and ambulance departments were combined, and most of 'he volunteers were employed at businesses on Main Street. When the fire siren sounded, they could race on foot to the fire station. Now, a number of the local volunteers work at out-of-town jobs. Yarger retired May 1 from B-O-C in Lansing with more than 27 years of service. He said he hopes to retire from the fire department on Jan. 1. 1992. He and his wife, the former Mariebelle Reed, plan to retire to a home they own in Houghton County in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. They love the scenic area and don't mind the winters there, said Yarger, who enjoys hunting and fishing. The Yargers have four grown daughters and nine grandchildren. Hank Felder Jr., and his son Paul, 7, are dressed as French voyagers for the seventh annual Rendezvous of the Fork River Free Trappers in Nashville Aug. 16-18. Felder is local organizer of the group, which portrays life of traders, trappers and voyagers of the 1800s. Their three-day activities are held in conjuctlon with Nashville's Harvest Festival Saturday. Riverside athletic field on the banks of the Thornapple River, southwest of the Main Street business district. The goal is to portray life of trap­ pers, traders and voyagers of the 1800s. Indians also are represented at the encampment, with a Medicine Man conducting opening ceremonies Friday evening and a closing ceremony on Sunday. There will be provisions for both primitive and modem camping, with Indian teepees and other simple shelters erected in a circle around a central campfire on the grounds. For some it will be an extra special occasion. "We will have several buckshiners’ weddings after 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday,” noted Felder. This is an op­ portunity for couples in the encampment to renew their wedding vows during a ceremony in which the entire group participates. In weekend shooting com­ petition, a new event last year has again been scheduled. The Woods Walk will test skills of marksmen who aim muzzleloaders from a distance at targets propped against trees in woods bordering the campground. This tests a shooter's ability to judge distance and challenges him in a different way than competition out in the open. Another contest unique to the Nashville gathering is a canoe shoot, made ideal by the proximity of the campsite to the Thomapplc River. Felder says it is the only rendezvous in Michigan, Ohio or Indiana in which con- $•• Early crafts, page 2 In This Issue... • Bolinger, Lawrence to lead harvest ‘royalty race1 • Kellogg summer program for MV students • Para-plane bedazzles M-66 motorists • Balloon launch to highlight Harvest Fest �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1991 — Page 2 Early crafts highlight festival / The organization maintains its own unit of “dog soldiers” to police its own people and to keep vigil over the large campfire that will bum on the grounds throughout the threeday weekend. Camp activities are open to spectators. Signs will direct the way to the camp. Billows of smoke from the campfire also will point the way. The Harvest Festival begins on Saturday. Firemen and their wives will serve a fund­ raising pancake breakfast at the fire station from 7 a.m. until 1 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. A judged art show in Cen­ tral Park starts at 9 a.m. Saturday. Arts and crafts ven­ dors also are expected to set up in the downtown area or at the east end of the Rendez­ vous camp. A grand parade is set to step off at 11 a.m. at Putnam Park and move south down Main testants can actually shoot from a river at targets on the bank. “Thb guys get to be on an ■authentic ' river that their forefathers may have travel­ ed,” observes Felder. “We are the only ones who have an actual shooting match on a river.” Safety regulations are strict­ ly adhered to in all events, and shooting is downward at a 45-degree angle, notes Felder. Men also will par­ ticipate in a knife and tomahawk throw. Women, too, will have some competitions, including a bow and arrow match, throws of fry pans and brooms, and a tug of war. Many games and contests for kids also are planned, said Felder. Most campers at the rendez­ vous dress in authentic period costumes, sleep in tents and cook their meals out of doors. from front page Sidewalk replacement discussed r to cover the $100 per month fee that Hastings Sanitary Ser­ vice has set for removing and processing the recyclable solid wastes. HSS also will furnish the necessary containers. Instruc­ tion signs will be provided by Recycling in Barry County (RiBC). The move to establish a convenient drop site originated with Ted Spoelstra, Nashville President Pro Tem. His idea prompted establish­ ment of a committee headed by local citizen Ron Ohler and including Village Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer. The four other governmen­ tal agencies were contacted by the committee, and approval received for participation. Dwyer said an element ofcon­ trol of the site was not sought by the other units; they prefer­ red to limit their contribution to the $20 monthly payment rather than become part of a governing board. The site at Carl’s will be the responsiblity of the Village of Nashville, with the village president empowered to ap- Hiiiaiiiiiiiiiaiiiiaiiaiim j Maple Valley Athletic Boosters 3 1 BINGO | ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA 3 3THURSOAY • 6:15 P.M. g £ Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 “ iaaanaaaaaanaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa*a Nashville Harvest Festival Special Carnations Soso per doz.' Q(V w^ea. Assorted Colors • Cash & Carry Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville Wr Phone — 852-2050 63WE DELIVER' ? a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily The Thornapple Valley VFW Post No. 9260 will open festival activities Friday even­ ing with a Las Vegas Night at their hall on Railroad Street. Saturday evening, starting at 6 p.m., local bands will entertain in the Mace Phamacy parking lot, fronting Main Street. Additional information on the festival may be acquired by contacting David Mace, Chamber of Commerce presi­ dent, or Mary Ohler (852-9593). Ruth Beardslee (852-0756) is organizing the parade; Duska Brumm (852-1976 or 852-9723) is in charge of the softball tourney, the Harvest King and Queen contest, and can supply information on Putnam Library activities. Eunice Priddy is heading the art show; and Rose Heaton and Bonnie White have charge of the kids’ games. Street to the intersection of Sherman Street, then circle westward and north through the municipal parking lot. The parade will honor local veterans of the Persian Gulf .War, and will feature the 1991 Harvest King and Queen, to be named just prior to the parade. Festival sporting activities will include a Saturday and Sunday co-ed softball tourna­ ment on the new Riverside field west of Main Street stores. Children’s games will be staged from noon to 2 p.m. at the north end of that park. Local firemen will conduct a water ball fight with neighbor­ ing departments starting at 2 p.m. on the north end of the municipal parking lot. At Putnam Public Library, children will compete in a sidewalk chalk art event from noon to 2 p^m., while Friends of the Library conduct an all­ day book sale on the grounds. from front page the townships of Castleton, Maple Grove and Vermont­ ville. Bookkeeping for the federal grant previously had been handled by Castleton Township. The village commitment, however, is contingent on approval by Village Clerk Rose Heaton and Village Treasurer Lois Elliston, who were not at the meeting. “What it involves is that we have to cut the checks to con­ tractors, plus do a little extra bookwork,” said Hinckley. In the last four years the program has provided grants and low-interest loans totaling over $201,000 to the combin­ ed local service area. Grant administrator is Cheryl Barth of Clarksville. point a recycling site coor­ dinator. Thursday, this post was accepted by Spoelstra. “I agreed to be responsible for the site,” noted Spoelstra, who had said at his initial sug­ gestion that he would see the proposed recylcing site at Carl’s was kept in an orderly and clean manner. His responsiblities as recycling site coordinator in­ clude authorization to proceed with detailed planning for the location and physical establishment of the site, enlisting the assistance of volunteers as necessary, mak­ ing arrangements with the owners of the property upon which the site is located, and with Hastings Sanitary Ser­ vice for removal and process­ ing of recycled materials, as well as coordinating volunteers for the regular monitoring and maintenance of the site. Once established the site will continue to operate for a period of one year. At that time agreements with the sup­ porting units of government and HSS will have to be reaffirmed. In other action Thursday, the council agreed that the village will assume bookeep­ ing responsiblity for a Com­ munity Development Block Grant that benefits low in­ come property owners in Nashville, Vermontville, and Nashville PTO sets first meeting A planning session of the Fuller-Kellogg Parent­ Teacher Organization has been set for 6:30 p.m. Tues­ day, Aug. 20. Because the schools are cur­ rently undergoing renovation, the meeting will be held at Nashville Baptist Church at 304 Phillips St. All old members, as well as new ones are welcome to attend. For additional information, contact Janet Adams at 852-0733. Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass ..........9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Senrice ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship p....... ........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG Balloon launch to cap Harvest Festival A hot-air balloon ascension is slated to conclude Saturday activities at Nashville's 1991 Harvest Festival, Saturday, Aug. 17. Weather permitting, the balloon, piloted by Mark Barstrom of Hastings Balloon Port, will lift off between 7 and 8 p.m. from the new Riverside recreational park west of the Main Street business district. The balloon is seen here in July, giv­ ing tethered rides at Mulberry Fore golf course in Nashville. NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING Aug. 15,1991 • 7 p.m. ...at the Nashville Council Cham­ bers. Purpose: that being that Robert Fueri is requesting a special use permit in order to place a mobile home on Lot #44 and #45 in the Hardendorf Addition. Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:30 a.m. Worship...............11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available Pastor James C. Noggle OFBARRYVILLE NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. Schoo 9:45 a.m. A.M. Senrice .11 a.m. P.M. Service ............. 7 p.m. Wed. Service....... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................................7 REV. ALAN METTLER 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship Sun. School . .9:30 a.m. 1:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 a.m. Church School .......11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service .......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1991 __Page 3 Bolinger, Lawrence lead Harvest 'royalty race* J-Ad Graphics News Service With the final countdown just three days away, interest is picking up in the race for Nashville’s 1991 Harvest Festival Queen and “Ugly Leg” King. According to contest chairperson Duska Brumm, Kerrie Bolinger and Mike Lawrence were in the lead as of Aug. 7, with Pam Thomason and Jack DeGroot running a close second. More than $130 was collected at that count. Ballots are cast by placing penny votes in canisters at the sponsoring places ofbusiness. The final tally on Friday, Aug. 16, will determine who the royal couple will be. An­ nouncement of the winners will be made at 10 a.m. the following day, during the festival. The King and Queen and all other contestants are expected to ride in the 11 a.m. grand parade, one of the highlights the men’s competition is bas­ of Saturday’s celebration, held in conjunction with a ed on the ugliness of their weekend Mu;zleloaders’ legs. Each is identified by a Rendezvous. (See related photo of his legs attached to his vote canister. story in this issue.) Candidates may be The King and Queen contest employees, owners or ' is a revival of a popular ■ Harvest Festival fund-raiser associates of the sponsoring ; ofa decade ago. Proceeds col- business places, but are not lected in vote canisters help required to be. Festival events include a defray costs of staging the an­ clothesline art show in Central nual event. ’ A total of 10 men and Park, arts and crafts vendors women are in the race. They set up on Maple Street, a pan­ are Jack and Judy DeGroot, cake breakfast Saturday and sponsored by Good Time Piz­ Sunday at the fire station, za; Mike Lawrence and Ker­ children’s games and a soft­ rie Bolinger, representing C’s ball tourney at the new River­ Place; Dave Mace and side Park, sidewalk chalk art Darlene Hammond of Mace and a book sale at Putnam Pharmacy; Ray Hinckley and Public Library, a firemen’s Rose Heaton, Village Hall; waterball fight on the Mike Thorne, Nashville municipal parking lot, and Hardware; and Pam Thomason, Clay’s Dinner Bell. While the queen candidates will be judged along tradi­ tional lines, with their photos gracing their vote canisters, Saturday evening band music at the Mace parking lot. Saturday’s activities will be capped with a hot-air balloon launch (weather permitting) from the new Riverside ball field between 7 and 8 p.m. p. The rig is owned and piloted by Mark Bartram of Hastings Balloon Port. Dave Mace and his employee Darlene Ham­ mond are Mace Pharmacy candidates for Harvest King and Queen. As presi­ dent of the Nashville Chamber of Commerce, Mace is also an active member of the festival committee. The Test of Time Time works for you when you save regularly. Your deposits add up .. and we add the interest payments to your account. Pizza makers Judy and Jack DeGroot are can­ didates of their business. Good Time Pizza. Penny votes for Harvest King and Queen may be deposited in canisters at sponsoring business places. Don’t “let time go by. Put it to work for you today. 5.50% 5.73% Regular Passbook Savings Rate Per Annum Effective Annual Yield with Daily Compounding Passbook accounts begin earning interest when account balance reaches $50.00. LENDER Bartenders Kerrie Bolinger and Mike Lawrence are candidates representing their employer, C’s Place, and at last count were leading in the race for 1991 Nashville Harvest King and Queen. ................... FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: FDIC Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon INSURED OFFICE HOURS: �The Maule Valiev News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1991 — Page 4 Reunions were always favorite late summer events in early 1900s 1937, under the heading: by Susan Hinckley The month of August was a Reunions. (Note that the Belson family popular season for reunions of families and rural school event was cleverly recorded in groups in the forepart of this verse). century. In the 1920s and '30s, late Burgess family The eighteenth annual summer issues of The Nashville News were filled Burgess reunion was held with accounts of such gather­ Saturday, Aug. 7, at Putnam Park, Nashville. ings, many of which had About 50 relatives, become long-standing representing four generations, traditions. Reunions were so popular were present, arriving from Petoskey, Harbor Springs, in those days that relatives often traveled hundreds of Detroit, Hastings, Battle Creek, Belding, and as far as miles by trains or early autos to attend. There also were Osceola, Ind. These are descendants of good turnouts at annual reu­ nions of classmates and Aaron and Margaret Burgess, teachers at many of the old early settlers who resided near the North Evangelical Church country schools in the area. Both events were occasions on what is now the Sam Ostroth farm. for visiting, catching up on the Picnic dinner, visiting, latest news about one’s relatives and friends, and some entertainment features and the annual business ' reminsicing about days ofold. meeting preceded the heavy ; Nashville’s Putnam Park, downpour of Saturday the Lake House at Thornapple Lake and a number of other afternoon... The reunion of 1938 will be regional resorts were favorite held at Cadillac, all but three gathering spots for reunions. Some were held at homes of previous reunions having been held in Nashville. Cadillac various members of the clan. School reunions often were will be quite central, and staged at the old schoolhouse relatives are to meet at Grand Rapids and go on to Cadillac. site if feasible, or at the home In the election of officers, of a neighboring family with Lynn Burgess was elected ties to the school. president, Roy Morford vice Activities at reunions varied, but most included a president, Mrs. Pearl Burgess business meeting to elect of­ secretary-treasurer, and Mrs. ficers and to plan for next Florence Morford chairman year’s gathering. A program of the cradle roll. of music or speeches usually Moore reunion followed, and there were games, sports and swimming, The 27th annual reunion of where possible. the Moore family was an Bountiful potluck meals event of Sunday, and most en­ were featured, often followed joyable for all. It was held at by a special treat of handVermontville with Mr. and cranked ice cream. Mrs. Frank Kroger, with 76 The following reports and present for a potluck dinner announcements all appeared with all seated at one long in The News issue ofAug. 12, table. j ■ A Special Thank You ..to Tobias-Mason Insurance : Agency and Nashville Feed and Seed for buying our Grand Champion f Market Rabbit and Reserve Champion 5 Market Pen, at the Eaton County 4-H | Small Animal Auction. { Sarah & Mike Mater : j; \ ( ! || ( At the business meeting, in charge ofthe president Shirley Moore, Walter Moore was elected president, Edward Curtis vice president, Miss Frances Kroger secretary­ treasurer, Mrs. Albert Turner and Mrs. Ray E. Noban pro­ gram committee. During the year there had been two deaths, Miss Emma Moore and Otto Schulze; and one birth, Winona May Schulze to Mr. and Mrs. Earl Schulze; and one marriage, that ofWalter Moore ofBattle Creek to Mrs. Mary Stevens of Detroit. A program and games were enjoyed, and ice cream and cake were served before leaving. Guests were present from Toledo, Big Rapids, Battle Creek, Hastings, Bellevue, Olivet, Nashville and Vermontville." The 1938 meeting will be with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kroger of Vermontville. Stickler family Eighty gathered Sunday at the farm of Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Dickinson for the an­ nual reunion of the Stichler family, Mr. Dickinson’s mother, Mrs. Nettie Dickin­ son, in girlhood having been Nettie Stichler. They were mostly from a distance, coming from Detroit, Lansing, Laingsburg, Pontiac, Dearborn, Flint, Marshall, Perry, Stockbridge and Vermontville. Dinner, visiting, a program and sports engaged the atten­ tion, and all had a fine time, with lunch served before the visitors departed to meet in Lansing in 1938. Officers elected were: R. D. Stichler of Laingsburg, president; Mrs. Ann Carter of Lansing, secretary-treasurer. Zuschnitt-Henney family The Zuschnitt-Henney reu­ nion was held at Streeter’s Landing, Gun Lake, Sunday, Aug. 8. At that time, Miss Verna Zuschnitt was elected president and Mrs. Hazel Roush secretary-treasuer, and it was decided to have the next reunion on the second Sunday in July, 1938, at Morrison Lake near Clarksville. INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency Stan, Teresa, Kelly’ and Mary %Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Family reunion photos were almost as traditional as the occasion itself. This one, of the 1900 Feighner family reunion, was taken at Cole's Lake House resort at Thornapple Lake, a popular gathering spot in that era. Relatives ranging from tots to great-great grandmothers were likely to be present at such events, and some families traveled many miles to attend the annual get-togethers. Longtime Nashville News publisher Len W. Feighner is second from left in the sixth row from front. Brick, Shores, Warnerville The Brick, Shores and Warnerville schools will have their reunion on Thursday, Aug. 26, at the park at Lake Odessa. Potluck dinner at noon, sports and program. Edyth Wheeler is president, and Sylvia Rupe is secretary­ treasurer. Quailtrap school The annual reunion of the Quailtrap school will be held at Harrington’s Landing, Clear Lake, near Dowling, Saturday, Aug. 28. Picnic dinner and program. Bring table service. Mrs. Rilla Whitmore, secretary. Mayo school The ninth annual Mayo school reunion will be held at the school house Sunday, Aug. 15. Co-operative dinner at 1 p.m. Bring table service. Mrs. Lee Mapes, secretary­ treasurer. Moore school The Moore school district reunion will be held on the school grounds Saturday, Aug. 21. Cooperative dinner. All school teachers and former residents ofthe district are cordially invited. Garlinger family Seventy-five or more at­ tended the 19th annual reu­ nion of the Garlinger family, held Sunday at Ermal Garlinger’s resort on Tupper Lake, Lake Odessa, some of them attending for the fist time. Cadillac, Kent City, Detroit, Lansing, Hastings, Nashville, Woodland and Lake Odessa were represented on this occasion. All were seated at one long table, except the waiters, for a delicious dinner, to which all did ample justice. All enjoyed themselves so thoroughly that they voted to meet in 1938 at the same place. The program and sports were enjoyed. Mrs. Rose Wachter of Lake Odessa, one of the historians, presented the history of Jacob Garlinger, her ancestor, and Miss Dorothy Garlinger of Nashville, that of Theobald Garlinger, her ancestor, cousins who came from Bavaria, Germany, to settle in Ohio, and later came to Michigan. In the election of officers, Ermal Garlinger of Lake Odessa was elected president, Freeland Garlinger of Nashville vice president, Madeline Garlinger of Detroit, secretary, and Mrs. Dorothy McLoud of Lake Odessa, treasurer. Attending from this way were Mr. and Mrs. Dan Garlinger, Mr. and Mrs. Philip Garlinger, Freel Garlinger and son Philip, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Garlinger, Mr. and Mrs. Ceylon Garlinger, Miss Dorothy Garlinger of Hastings, Miss Madeline Garlinger of Detroit, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Garlinger; Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Garlinger and family, including Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Garlinger and baby of Hastings, Mrs. Jane Garlinger and son Ross. Others from this way were unable to attend this year. thought a good mark To try our reunion in Barry County’s newpark. Let’s put it in motion and all try to vote, That’s what Iplanned when I wrote this note. It doesn’t matter what township, whether Castleton or Carlton, We might like it so well we ’ll all dance the Charleston. I am giving my part as a pro­ gram we’dplanned; No telling what talent we’re apt to land. They are just self-conscious and oh, hate to start; Why not try your luck in the new Charlton Park? (Note: The 1937 Belson reu­ nion was held at Clear Lake, Dowling. A special event Belson family slated to be held Aug. 15, The twenty-first Belson 1937, at Indian Landing in the family reunion on the 11th of new Charlton Park at Thor­ August, 1936. napple Lake was an Old Set­ The ladies ofthe Belson reu­ tlers' and Pioneers’ Day Pic­ nion were in quite a mix. nic. The event developed into Their tables were set and a two-day celebration as a neatly arranged, Barry Centennial. When along came the wind More than 100 Indians were and completely exchanged. to pitch their tents there, perWhere eighty-five members form native dances, and were ready to dine, display and sell handmade Andfill up their tummies and baskets. A speaker, ball have a good time, games and a display of anti­ When one lady said, “It’s all ques and pioneer articles also covered with sand; were on the agenda, according It’s time wefound a newplace to a front page story in The to land. ’’ Nashville News.) We had halfset our mind, and Dry bean tour set for Aug. 14 Area farmers are invited to attend a dry bean variety tour Wednesday, Aug. 14, at the Bob Davison Farm in Eaton Rapids. The tour begins at 1:30 p.m. at the demonstration plot located on the north side of Bellevue Highway, between Houston and Tucker roads. The tour will feature side by side comparisons of both white and colored bean varieties, a discussion on leafhopper control recommen­ dations, and question and answer period. The tour is sponsored by the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service and the Dry Bean Production Research Board. Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the 't}\ W”-h- o-- l--e-”-------------- | OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. Family Owner Diana Kuempel 852-94813 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1991 __Page 5 Kellogg plus summer equals fun for Maple Valley students While summer is tradi­ tionally a time for children to enjoy a break from studies, some 20 to 30 youngsters in Nashville have enjoyed “hit­ ting the books” at twiceweekly sessions at Kellogg School. The three-hour classes also have included time out for sports. Taught by Kellogg fifth- grade teacher Dave Hustwick, the five-week course was one of several summer programs offered by Maple Valley Community Education. ~The final session was last Thursday. Major goals of the class were to help students in grades 4-6 maintain and in­ crease their math skills; to give them a better understan­ ding ofworld geography, with particular emphasis on Europe, Africa and Asia; and to offer the children a chance to participate in team sports, particulary floor hockey and softball. Attendance was voluntary, said Kay Hartzler, Communi­ ty Education director. The class was not limited to students who might need extra help with studies. It was open to any child eager to learn more about math or geography. The classes were conducted each Tuesday and Thursday forenoon from July 9 through Aug. 8. Most of the children present last Tuesday agreed that they have enjoyed the experience. PANCAKE BREAKFAST at Nashville Fire Department Aug. 17 & 18 • 7 AM-1 PM Adults $3.50 Kids 5-12 $2.50 and Under 5 FREE Proceeds go to Equipment Fund Fiiremen’s Waterball at 2 pm (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH I’JNH STteet VERMOnTVIlie. MICHIG4H 49Q96 Nk A better understanding of world geography was one of the benefits of a fiveweek session of studies and sports for 4th-6th graders at Kellogg school iin Nashville. Teacher Dave Hustwick points out a place of interest to students (from left) David Wyman, Holly Green and Casey Hansbarger, while others look on in the background. wuciionceRs g rcmtors HASHUIUC (517) 852-1717 * LETTER TO THE EDITOR utn 4 ?? J 3** s ass ? J J' . Minjwhdittlt wOciiM’ « (NotlklWBdMa MraWiChthi Dwfcj. A jpXlil iH k b W In I!, n Ma Iti ih a- ta'adPim'DijfcKibakis What's wrong with living in Maple Valley? To the editor: For years now, the issue of residency for administrators at the schools has been kicked around and resolved over and over. What is good policy and what is bad policy? This depends on one’s perspective. Is it too much to expect the President of the United States to reside in America? Is it too much to expect your con­ gressman to reside in his con­ gressional district? Is it too much to expect a state legislator to reside in his legislative district? Residency is a legal require­ ment and a necessity for many things in our daily lives. Is it too much to ask of our school administrators? I do not think so! It is com­ mon in many areas to have residency requirements for public service jobs. Maple Valley is not unique in this aspect. The Maple Valley area en­ compasses a very large size of land, surely there is a place they can find to live that will suit their personal and profes­ sional needs. The Villages of Nashville and Vermontville are surrounded by some beautiful country. Why is it that some profes­ sionals who make a very » । rt sta 11 ItatolBw in mb mi ri Inta. A ?* ■ jks ml Get a new look for.. Back-to School Styles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville jiisWWl 852-1757 Open Tues.-Fri. SYLVIA HOEVE ? Its that time again && ig&jj Our new fall line of merchandise is starting to arrive for boys, girls and ladies, so stop in, browse around and maybe you’ll find something new to add to your back-to-school wardrobe! We will have a large selection of greatly reduced items throughout the store. — Stop in and $AVE! — Hometown Apparel “Your Family Clothing Store" • • lucrative income in our area, not only teachers but also doc-, tors and dentists, do not wish to reside here? It is beyond me! Frankly, it is their loss. Trustee Krolik will find a lot of people, I’m sure, who disagree with his statement that the residency policy has been a complete failure. The policy has not been a failure, the school board has failed. Failed to enforce the contracts it has made and were agreed to buy the applicants for those jobs. Maybe our school system would be better if all teachers lived within the district. With the present trend, that possibility is unthinkable. Perhaps we are lucky the superintendent still resides here. The investment of our pro­ fessionals should be compris­ ed of more than money that often leaves our district. It should also include com­ mitment ofproperty and ideal­ ly personal ties, through fami­ ly, church and community envolvement. To become a part of our community, and be one ofus, to share in our triumphs and troubles, to understand our issues, and how our pro­ blems are viewed and resolved. It is a pity that the board did not listen more to Trustee Mengyan in this matter. Her voice in the dark was the only one of reason. What was reasonable for our district to expect from its administrators. On this day, the school board deserves a “Thumbs Down.” Dennis Mapes Nashville Thank You CARD OF THANKS: THE FAMILY OF Joseph Bland wishes to thank our friends and neighbors, Maple Valley-Gunther Funeral Home. Reverend Robert Taylor, the Doctors and Nurses of Hayes Greenbeach Hospital for thier kindness during our recent loss. Doris Bland & Family SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1991 — Page 6 First donation received for Lakeview Cemetery Cemetery board estimated an­ ticipated receipts for the 1991-92 fiscal year at $10,350, primarily from sale of lots, interments and in­ stallation of foundations. The cemetery receives no direct tax support from the village. Total anticipated disbursements in die spending plan were pegged at $9,188, the largest expense being the A memorial contribution in memory of Edna Graham is the first received under a new program to benefit Nashville’s Lakeview Cemetery. The fund was launched recently as a means to help the financially strapped cemetery continue to be an attractive asset to the community. In a budget recently approv­ ed by the Nashville Village Council, the Lakeview Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu planned biscuit, applesauce. Events Wednesday, August 14 Woodland, singalong with Margaret Reid. Thursday, August 15 Nashville, Bingo. Friday, August 16 Nashville, popcorn, birthday party. Monday, August 19 Hastings, bingo and popcorn; Nashville, slides by Anna Cairns. Tuesday, August 20 - All sites puzzles. Wednesday, August 14 BBQ Meatballs, baked potato, stewed tomatoes, bread, cake or pie. Thursday, August 15 Spanish rice, winter blend, green beans, bread, applesauce. Friday, August 16 Veal scallopini, mixed veg­ gies, mashed potatoes, bread, cookie. Monday, August 19 Chicken sauve’em, squash, asparagus, bread, fruit. Tuesday, August 20 Ground beef stew, com, H MAPLE VALLEY > CO-OP NURSERY SCHOOL Now Taking Enrollment for 1991-92 School Year 852-9271 CALL RACHEL CURTIS or KAREN KIRCHOFF 726-1405 k $7,020 annual salary of the sexton. “The memorial contribu­ tions will be deposited in the general fund for upkeep and beautification of the cemetery,” said Larry Decker, secretary-treasurer of the cemetery board. The fund is to be patterned after the successful memorial building fund that recently raised approximately $60,000 to add the new children’s wing to Putnam Public Library. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors to the cemetery fund and those named in gifts will be listed periodically in the Maple Valley News. Contributions to Lakeview Cemetery may be sent to Larry Decker at 636 East St., Nashville, Mich., 49073. Checks or money orders payable to Lakeview Cemetery may also be left at Village Hall 206 N. Main St. Village and cemetery of­ ficials feel that memorial con­ tributions will be appropriate tributes to the deceased. Acknowledgments will be sent to the family designated by the donor, if name and ad­ dress are supplied. Guido and Elizabeth Binda have reached the Benefactor ($1,000) status with the recent contribution of $500 to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation . Binda is a name many Maple Valley citizens will remember from when Maple Valley High School was be­ ing constructed. In 1987 the Binda Foundation donated $500 when the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation was being “founded.” The recent contribution mov­ ed them from the Patron classification to that of Benefactor. Joining the Bindas as 1991 Funders ($100 or more/calendar year) is the listing June L. Wallace Memorial. Donations in memory of June Wallace were received from Sylvester and Bemita Cornwell, Bill Chlor-Timeton WiMiTheraqran M 5 mg. Tablets 130’s 11111 ormeon X■ aB Q 24’s Monistat 7 Tampax Cream or Suppositories Tampon’s 40’s 449 12" g------- and Roseanna Hamilton, Harry and Frances Pease, William C. Hamilton, Sue, Chuck and Emily Whitcomb, Maple Valley Education Association, Robert Kline, Victor and Joyce Fettes, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, Sav-Way Food Stores Friends in Vermont­ ville, Elmer and Junia Jarvie, and James and Gladys Gilson. Recreation STARCRAFT POP UP CAMPER, screen room, $1900. 261 Fuller, Nashville. 852-0879. Garage Sale • GARAGE SALE winter and summer clothes, furniture, household, including 24’ side by side refrigerator harvest gold, frost free $450, dated 1916 brides cabinet $475, black beav­ er knee length fur coat from Three Rivers Furs $400, Fri., Sat., Sunday, 16,17,18,9-6,612 Reed St, Nashville, 852-9074. Opti-Free Hawaiian Tropic Dark Tanning Lotion or Oil 8 oz. 8 oz. or Opti-Clean 20 ml. Your Choice 433 Cl 9 9 One Touch II Blood Glucose Monitoring System Sale Price..................... *99.99 Less Mfg. Cash Rebate*50.00 Less Mfg. Trade-In __Offer.................. *25.00 Your Cost After Rebate & Trade-In 24" Bactine Plastic Bottle 4 oz. first as Bodine] ■pnry 499 Aerosol 077 3 oz.................... X> GRANDMAS GARAGE SALE Everything must go, upright and chest freezer, dress­ ers, lots of pans and dishes, clothing, Avon and linens, 2 trunks and antiques and many many more. 9475 W. Casgrove St Nashville, August 15, 16 & 17. 8am to ? SALE: LITTLE TYKE FISHER PRICE lego, Barbie, Avons Cape Cod collection, tupperware, wood changing table, walker, car seat, typewrit­ ten, vaproizers, humidifier. Aug 16, 9am-5pm, 8110 West Vermontville Hwy, Vermontvil­ le. Business Services Disinfecting Solution By Michael N. Callton, D.C. Unlevel hips with the short leg Binda's become benefactors for scholarship foundation GARAGE SALE: Aug. 16, 17 & 18, at Dunns 61/2 miles south of Nashville on M66. 2 wood stoves, aquariums, bikes, old trunk, clothing and other nice things. Bargain of the Week! “BODY TALK wAMJUMlCYf HOURS: 9 o.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Soturdoy 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BOBCAT SERVICES back­ hoe, auger, bam cleaning, and more. $125 1/2 day, $250 full. 1-517-852-2278.____________ DELIVERING SAND, gravel and fill. CaU 948-2909 or 945-4894. ___________ LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thru Friday. Satellite Service. ROOFING-SIDING ­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it ah. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.____________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Pets PET GROOMING most breeds. 517-852-0728. Have you ever noticed that you feel offbalance when you’re sitting or standing? Or maybe you have to stand on one leg to feel comfortable. This is usually caused by unlevel hips, for a short leg. If a doctor has told you that you have a short leg, theleg usually is not actually short, itjust seems short because it is sit­ ting higher than the other leg. A true case of short leg is actual­ ly quite rare and is caused by polio or a severe leg injury which stunts the growth of one leg while the other leg grows normal­ ly. More often a short leg is caused by hip unleveling, which twists the hips and pulls one leg up higher than the other leg. In this case, the legs are actually the same length but one seems shorter than the other, creating a feeling of being off balance when standing. A true short leg requires a shoe lift in one shoe to balance the hip levels, but if one leg is pulled higher than the other leg due 'to hip twisting, than the hips need to be adjusted to balance the hips and equalize the leg lengths. What happens when hip twisting or a short leg is left un­ treated? A lot of things can happen. Because the hips are unlevel, the low back has to twist to one side to balance the body’s weight. When the low back is twisted, it is susceptible to a variety of back injuries, like sprains, disc damage and arthritis of the low back and hips. If you notice that your hips are unlevel or that you have a short leg, it is important to have the situation corrected before back or hip pain starts taking its toll. See your chiropractor or osteopath. They are trained to correct the problem. Don’t put it off for too long, because once other problems develop, it will take longer to correct the imbalance. In the case of unlevel hips and a short leg, an ounce of prevention really is worth a pound of cure. Toni’s Style Shop 111 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE Something New is Happening We are here to make you look your best. ★ WE USE REDKEN PRODUCTS ★ Toni Belinda Mon.-Sat. Tues.-Sat. Darlene Appt. Only Our Hours 8:00-4:00 Walk-ins Welcome After 4:00 p.m. by Appointment Only Saturday 8:00-12:00 Just Phone Us O.K. — 852-9192 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1991 — Page 7 Habitat dedicates second Nashville house by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter For the second time in less than a year, Habitat for Humanity has dedicated a house in Nashville — its third in Barry County. A Sunday dedication celebrated renovation of the three-bedroom home at 517 N. State St., next door to a new four-bedroom unit built last year by Habitat. A worldwide organization of non-denominational Chris­ tians, Habitat uses volunteer labor and donated materials to build or renovate homes and sells them at no profit to selected low-income families. Interest-free payments made over a fixed period are recycl­ ed to build more houses. Pro­ spective homeowners are re­ quired to participate in con­ struction of their house and later help with other Habitat projects. Jennifer Murphy and three children of Hastings are owners of the house dedicated Sunday. They will be neighbors to Tom and Ruth Beardslee and five children, who last October became owners of the adjacent new house at 507 N. State St. A building blitz last week by local and traveling Habitat volunteers helped speed renovation of the house in time for Sunday’s dedication. Several of the group were in attendance at the ceremony. “This is a very special ex­ perience for us,’’ said Pat Wagner, executive director of Barry County Habitat. “It is an opportunity to celebrate this week with the traveling work campers and other volunteers from around the county.” Among the 34 workers registered early last Tuesday morning to help renovate the house were eight members of the Habitat work camp who came from such distant points across the U.S. as Virginia Beach and Kona, Hawaii. Traveling crews were in­ itiated earlier this summer to mark the 15 th anniversary of Habitat. The idea was to send each of 15 teams to 15 dif- | From Our Readers] ferent cities in 15 weeks. The plan has been a suc­ cess, as volunteers have swept across the country building and renovating homes. “I said 1991 was going to be a different kind of year for me," noted Ronda Wooten, team leader. Wooten sold her property in Oklahoma and nearly everything else she owned, in­ cluding her auto, to take a bus See Dedication, page 9 HORIZONS CLUB uncneon “Everything You Wanted to Know About Banking But Were Afraid to Ask” Tuesday, Aug. 27 LUNCH...at Country Kettle Cafe in Nashville at 12:30 P.M. Jennifer Murphy an children received a symbolic key to Nashville from Village President Ray Hinckley, as an official welcome to the community. Hastings City Bank’s Robert E. Picking will be our speaker and don’t be afraid to ask questions! Reservations are due by August 19. Just call Jeri at 945-2401. „ Hope to see you there! Library Story Hour hailed successful! To the editor: ... ’^•Witold. . Mj'snak WniebtWt «ip it Mill fi to The Putnam Library Story Hour was very successful this year. We had some very good helpers. Girl Scouts who helped with games and activities were Kathryn Murphy, Sarah Ke­ nyon, Sarah Mapes, Jackie Sealy, Keisha Braurer, Nicole Wilson, Rachael Pettengill, Christina Desrochers, Andrea Mace and Tomi Sealy. Mothers who helped us were Becky Smith, Connie Porter, Denice Scramlin and Rae Alice Murphy. We wish to express appreciation to Dr. Mike Callton for the use ofhis V. C.R. to show the film, to Cody Page for running the V.C.R. and to Ken Meade Sr. for helping with the activities. The film on drugs is now ready to be checked out at Putnam Library for anyone who would like the use of it. It is a good film and suited for children. Please mothers... be think­ ing of volunteering to help next year for story hour. Just one Tuesday would help us. We having story hour for your children. Please get involved, it is fun! Putnam Friends of the Library Darlene Scramlin, Story Hour Chairperson Summary giBMttlitpta- CASTLETON TOWNSHIP Board Minutes JtrjAIeiniSiilCh r.AiniiilC mmite 8ite ^WWOO J! Castleton Township Board met Aug. 7, 1991, all members present: Treasurer's report: Gen. Fund. Reefs $4,727.70, Disb. $30,119.24, Bal. $56,714.64; Block Grant $23,340.22; Fire Vot, $39,004.89; Amb. Vat $43,354.42; Twp. Imp. $68,879.92; PPC $513.63, #2 $123.34. Bills approved: GENERAL FUND: J.W. Cooley N. Rasey M. Meade Vill. of Nash J.W. Cooley J. Jarvie W. Wilson Mi. Bell M.V. News Ba. Co. Treas L. Pixley H.C. Bank Cons. Pow J. Jarvie $998.57 83.12 375.00 16.33 44.57 510.00 83.12 29.19 18.90 4.17 496.17 665.36 24.57 24.69. BLOCK GRANT: C. Barth B. C. Villa H.C. Bank C. Barth Yoder.... A.C. Con FIRE VOTED: Cast. Twp... AMB. VOTED: Cast. Twp .1406.63 ... 52.00 ..654.00 ..237.86 5088.00 .7630.00 .477.36 .477.36. GARAGESALE ft#* Friday and Saturday August 16 and 17 3* Fri., Aug. 16 • Sat., Aug. 17* Sun., Aug 18 - EVENTS Friday, August 16 Las Vegas Night — Nashville Post VFW Hall Saturday, August 17 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Pancake & Sausage Breakfast Nashville Fire Bam, Nashville Fire Dept. 8 a.m. Softball Competition 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Clothesline Art Show, Nashville Central Park 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Arts & Crafts Show 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Used Book Sale, Putnam Library 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 12 - 2 p.m. 12 - 2 p.m. 2 p.m. 6 p.m.- Dusk 7 - 8 p.m. 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. 9125 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville 1976 Chevy Pickup, truck bed trailer, wind­ mill head, gang mowers and lots more. King & Queen Contest Judging Parade Children’s Games Chalk Art Contest, Putnam Library Fireman’s Waterball Contest Local Music Events Hot Air Balloon Launch (weather permitting) Sunday, August 28 7 a.m.- 1 p.m. Pancake & Sausage Breakfast, Nasvhille Fire Bam, Nashville Fire Dept. Rendezvous and Shoot Dates: Motions passed: authorized signing of Block Grant application, partial pmt. of expenses for NATaT convention. Commissioner Moore reported on County Business. A Harvest Festival Muzzleloaders Rendezvous August 16-18, 1991. August 16 set-up time for campers from 8 a.m. - ?. Matches:August 17 - Saturday Canoe Shoot - 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Wood’s Walk - 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Matches:August 18 - Sunday Canoe Shoot - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Wood’s Walk - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Cost: $6.00 per day. Camping: Primitive style and modern camping (modern camping will be located at east end of field.) Free Camping water toilets and wood wil Sign-up for shooters will be 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. both days. No slings & swivels, no peep-sights, no inline action. Open sights, patch and round ball on­ ly, smooth bore welcomed! Awards at 4:30 p.m. Must be present to win! Opening Ceremony 8:00 p.m. Friday Night Closing Ceremony 4:30 p.m. Sunday or shortly afterward. Place: The field (Nashville old race track) diagonally behind Nashville Merchants. Roles:: �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1991 — Page 8 Para-plane sign bedazzles M-66 motorists near Nashville by Susan Hinckley “Look, up in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’ Superman!” Actually it’s a para-plane! And the sight of it has at­ tracted, amazed and delighted onlookers, most of ■ them motorists who, on a calm evening, first spot the strange contraption in the sky near the Maple Leaf Grange Hall on Assyria Road (M-66) southwest of Nashville. A sign alongside the highway offers speedy solo training to prospective pilots of the rig, which is actually a motorized parachute on the market since 1981, but only recently getting its introduc­ tion here. “I can teach anyone to fly in one hour,” says operator John Bailey of Mason. “That’s my motto.” The owner of Fun Flights Inc., Bailey recently purchas­ ed the 22-acre parcel of land he uses as his local head­ quarters. With approval of Barry County zoning officials the property has been designated as a private landing strip. Bailey’s goal is to sell para­ planes to clients who fall in love with the airy flights that afford a leisurely bird’s-eye view of the countryside. Manufactured in New Jersey, the rig features an open framework with a seat for the pilot, who steers with foot rudders. The propeller is powered by two 1514 h.p. German-made engines built specifically for that purpose. The key to flight is a canopy parachute that billows behind the wheeled rig as it barrels some 100 to 300 feet down the MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate grassy runway before lifting gently into the air. “Most flights are perform­ ed between 300 and 500 feet (altitude),” says Bailey. The manufacturer claims die rig has a maximum altitude range of 10,000 feet; Bailey himself has flown the rig at 8,000. Weather plays an important role in the flight of a para­ plane; a calm evening is ideal. “In 15 mile per hour winds, we don’t fly,” said Bailey. “And we don’t fly students (in winds) over 8 to 10 mile per hour.” Maximum air speed is 20 mph. The unit can stay in the air for about an hour and 45 minutes. It uses three gallons of 93 octane gasoline per hour. Even if engines failed, the rig would never fall faster than 10 feet per second, said MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Lift-off occurs some 100 to 300 feet down the runway, depending upon weather conditions, as the multi-hued parachute billows above the rig. 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS HMS • • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available A GOOD FAMILY HOME - VER­ MONTVILLE - 9 rooms, 3 bed­ room ranch. Built in 1984 . 2 baths, large family room, 2 buildings (garage & work­ shop), 24x36 and 30x40. Good arrangement for truck driver or antique car collector. Call for more details! Occupancy at close! (V-385) JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR. DOC OVERHOLT SANDY LUNDQUIST DON STEINBRECHER GARRY KNOLL JERI BAKER TIM BURD $40,9001! NASHVILLE ■ 4 bedroom well cared for home - Hardwood floors, on large double lot with a 2-story garage. Priced right! (N-380) $69,900! EAST OF VERMONTVILLE 80 ACRE FARM NORTH OF NASH­ VILLE - 2 story, 3 bedroom • 3 BEDROOM RANCH - Built Th home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 1972. New oak kitchen, nice hog barn, 36x48 basement fenced yard with trees, 2 car garage, plus extra 32x24 gar­ barn. Maple Valley Schools. age. 22 miles to Lansing Mall. Call Don. (F-382) Maple Valley Schools. ___________________.(CH-386)NEAR VERMONTVILLE VACANT LAND 20 ACRES JUST LISTED: North of Nashville, gravel road, some trees, stake surveyed & site perked. (VL-388) 10 ACRES • “PEPijTESTED" ^PijT Blacktop rd^V^ple ^pl Valley Schools. C^Tact terms. (VL-375) k 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up(VL-359) 10 ACRE PARCELS - Three to choose from - blacktop road near Vermontville. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 726-0223 ........ 852-1740 ........ 852-1543 852-1784 .Eves. 852-0786 ........ 726-1171 ........ 852-2012 .Eves. PRICE REDUCED TO $49,900!! 5 bedroom home with 3 full baths, in Nashville. Many newer improvements, 2 car garage & large breezeway. (Could be 8 rooms plus 3 room efficiency apartment). Call Doc. (N-367) 120 ACRES BELLEVUE ■ 3 BED­ ROOM HOUSE & FARM BUILDINGS $108,000! Land contract terms! Additional 40 acres of vacant land available at $28,000! Perks o.k. for septic — land contract terms. 15 miles north of Battle Creek, 30 miles to Lansing. (F-384) NEEDED! Good “marketable” properties for "qualified” buyers — country homes on small acreage, Maple Valley School District and homes in Nash­ ville or Vermontville. Please give us a call If you are thinking of selling! Bailey, which is slower than a parachute. However, he stressed the safety of the para-plane. In 3,500 solo flights over the past nine years there have been no deaths or injuries, he said. Weight of the pilot is limited to 230 lbs. “It works best when the pilot weight is 150 lbs.,” ex­ plained Bailey. Bailey said he has taught children as young as 11 years old h.ow to fly the para-plane. In addition to field training, students are required to watch a video and must be tested before they can solo. During the student’s flight, Bailey is in constant contact with the craft via a walkie-talkie. “We are required by the maufacturer to give five hours performance time to everyone we sell one to,” noted Bailey. Sales, not rental flights, are the goal of Bailey’s stand on Assyria Road. “Our intent is to get more units in the air,” he said. Prices of the para-plane range from $6,150 to $8,495. Rental flights are limited to two per person, unless he or she br­ ings two new students to Bailey. He is one of four dealers for his company in Michigan. Barry County is one of seven counties in his territory, which stretches to Lake Michigan. For more information, Bailey can be contacted at 1-800-FLY-SOLO. tL Even if engines failed, the rig would never fall faster than 10 feet per second, which is slower than a parachute. , — John Bailey HOST FAMILIES NEEDED NOW! KEIICHIfrom JAPAN and many other international exchange students are arriving in late August and urgently need host families in the your community area for the 1991/92 school year. KEIICHI enjoys rugby, table tennis, and swimming. He hopes to become a mathematician or scientist. English is one of his favorite subjects at school. Please call today if your family can host KEIICHI or one of our other international exchange students. All of our exchange students speak English, are good students, and are eager to learn about America. SHARE! your life with a boy or girl eager to join your family. CALL NOW FOR INFORMATION: (517) 726-1477 or l-(800)-321-3738 ERDT/SHARE! n-profit student excnange pros This sign along Assyria Road (M-66) southwest of Nashville marks the site of Fun Flights Inc. Tobias-Mason Insurance Dick Tobias • Frank Guerriero • Dale Harbach Over 65 Years ofProfessional Insurance Experience Offering free quotes for all your Insurance needs Farm & Country Estates Special Coverage Horses, Livestock and Life and Health Insurance For complete information, contact: Dick Tobias, 109 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 Phone (517) 852-2005 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1991 __Page 9 Dedication of Nashville house, to Oregon. That trip eventual­ ly led her to Habitat’s interna­ tional headquarters at Americus, Ga., near the home of its most famous volunteers, former President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalyn. Wooten, who has met the Carters, says, “They are the salt of the earth.’’ Harry and Joanne Hicks were among the other happy travelers for Habitat in Nashville last week. They have been involved with the organization for five years. “We left California, rented our house and never went back,” said Joanne. “We’ve been pretty involved with Habitat and it has been a fulfilling retirement.” The couple will spend only four months this year at their Virginia Beach home; the rest ofthe time they will be on the road as volunteers. Eileen Oehler ofHastings is a Barry County member ofthe traveling crew. She joined continued from page them for about seven weeks of their travels around Michigan. The crew sometimes has numbered up to 20, and has not always had the comfort of home and bed offered by host families in Barry County. The volunteers have spent some nights on floors ofchurches or school gymnasiums. “We were told to bring sleeping bags,” said Oehler, who has worked on houses in several locations in the Lower Peninsula this summer. She said the work camp has been a 7 “very good experience,” and an opportunity to meet “a lot of nice people.” The work camp crew was officially welcomed to Barry County at an outdoor rally Aug. 5 at the County Cour­ thouse in Hastings, where, state Rep. Robert Bender, RMiddleville, and Barry Coun­ ty Board of Commissioners Chairman Ted McKelvey ex­ tended words of welcome and encouragement. At Sunday’s dedication, the Rev. Ken Bensen of Michigan Habitat, lauded volunteers and the work of the organiza­ tion in the state. He said in September the 30th affiliate in Michigan will be established at Newaygo County, with 14 more to follow in the Upper Peninsula. “Everywhere we go, the question is, ‘How are we go­ ing to raise the money?”’ said Bensen. “I tell them to call Pat Wagner!” He cited Wagner’s One in a Thousand fund-raising camSee Dedication, page 11 • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE their uniforms or sashes, said Janet Adams, coordinator. The parade will march south on Main Street to Sherman Street, when circle westward and north through the municipal parking lot back of the business district. VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE WIDE Garage Sales 8 a.m.*5 p.m. Street Dance 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Street dance on Main Street near park, bring your own lawn chairs. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP 4” to 12” WELLS All local Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Girls Scouts and Brownies are invited to march in the 1991 Harvest Festival parade Saturday. The youngsters should be at Putnam Park for the line up at 10:30 a.m. and should wear GARAGE SALES & STREET DANCE Saturday, Aug. 17th EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. SALES & SERVICE Nashville Scouts are invited to march in Harvest parade The Rev. Ken Bensen of Michigan Habitat told how the organization is expan* ding in the state, as Pat Wagner, executive director of Barry County Habitat (left) and Jennifer Murphy and children look on. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: August 14 -4-H Horse Leaders’ Dinner, 7 p.m., County Seat, Hastings. August 15 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Ex­ po Building, Fairgrounds. August 17 - 4-H Advisory Council Picnic, 6 p.m., Diana Langshaw’s home. August 17 - State 4-H Horse Show, MSU, East Lansing. August 19 - 4-H/FFA Livestock Appreciation Banquet, 7 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. August 21 - Farm Chemical Storage Open House, 1-4 p.m., Carl Huhn’s Farm, St. Johns. August 22 - Turfgrass Field Day, 8:30 a.m., MSU Hancock Turfgrass Research Center - must pre-register - cost $10. August 24 - Summerfest/4-H Kite Making, 1 p.m., Fish Hat­ chery Park, Hastings. August 24 - Summerfest/4-H Fishing Clinic and Contest, 8 a.m., Fish Hatchery Park, Hastings. August 28 - Post Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. • LIVE MUSIC • by “Dealer’s Choice” Band • 310 W. Main • 340 W. Main • 401 W. Main • 131 S. Main, behind the hardware • 650 S. Main • 178 E. 2nd Street • 177 W. 5th Street • 9763 Kinsel Highway Miscellaneous Village Park on South Main — Look for other locations not listed on day of sale ALONE & SINGLE? Free brochure. Date-Mates Inc., Box 2080-AF5, Decatur, IL 62524-2080; 1-800/345-MATE. Sponsored by... Vermontville Chamber of Commerce NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing August 22, 1991 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers to receive public input on the following proposed amendment to Ordinance 10-9-86. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 10-9-86, AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE STORAGE OF DIS­ MANTLED, PARTIALLY DISMANTLED OR INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLES, BOATS, MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT OR PARTS THEREOF. The Village of Nashville ordains: Section 1. Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10-9-86 is amended to read as follows: Section 3. Nuisance and Abatement. In addition to any penalty imposed for a violation of this Or­ dinance, the presence of a dismantled, partially dismantled, or inoperable motor vehicle, boat, machinery, or equipment, or any parts thereof, on any platted or unplatted parcel of land in violation of this Ordinance is declared to be a public nuisance subject to summary abatement by a restraining order or injunction issued by a court of competent jurisdic­ tion. Additionally, the Village may seek an order permitting it to enter onto land in violation of this Ordinance to abate the nuisance and to apply any costs incurred as a lien on the land. Section 2. Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10-9-86 is amended to read as follows: Section 4. Penalties. Any person who violates this Ordinance shall, upon convic­ tion, be penalized as provided by a fine up to five hundred dollars ($500), the imposition of court costs, imprisonment of up to ninety (90) days in jail or a combination of these penalties. Every day that such violation shall continue shall constitute a separte and distinct violation of this Ordinance. Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect 20 days after its adoption. Section 4. The Village Clerk shall publish this Ordinance in a newspaper of genral circulation in the Village of Nashville within 15 days after its adoption. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1991 — Page 10 More Michigan farmers finding canola a viable state crop Growing canola is rapidly gaining popularity among Michigan fanners. Michigan canola production reached 13,000 acres in 1991, which is up considerably from the 100 acres grown in 1988. Larry Copeland, MSU Exten­ sion agronomist, expects canola production to be bet­ ween 15,000 to 20,000 acres in 1992. Copeland says he feels canola is a crop that will com­ pete well with small grains, as well as other crops. Canola was not as adversely affected as small grains were by poor weather conditions during this growing season. Canola pro­ duction was down by about 5 percent from 1990, while wheat production was down by about 20 percent. Farmers planning to plant canola have little time to waste because optimum plan­ ting dates range from Aug. 20 to Sept. 10 in southern Michigan and from Aug. 10 to Aug. 25 in the Upper Penin­ sula. Copeland says that plan­ ting too early or applying over 20 pounds ofnitrogen per acre can reduce winter hardiness. At this time, the only her­ bicide registered for canola in the United States is Treflan. Application of this pre­ emergence herbicide is only recommended for canola planted in the spring. Treflan does not control wild mustard, which can cause problems for canola growers because canola con- COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. lic. #1748 dj RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION DH STA-RITE PUMPS ■ ) Do-it-yourself • 11/4” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0577 taining more than 5 percent wild mustard seed may not be processed. Fields that have a wild mustard problem should not be planted to canola. Copeland expects another herbicide, Poast, to be ap­ proved by September for post­ emergence control of small grains in canola. Even ifPoast is approved, the wild mustard problem will not be solved because Poast does not control this week, either. Contact your chemical supplier for more details about control of small grains by Poast if it is approved. In the meantime, small grains can be controlled by tilling the field after harvesting the small grain, which will encourage ger­ mination of shattered seed. Two weeks after the first tillage, the field should be disked to control small grain seedlings. Another recommendation practice includes planting canola in a four-year rotation to reduce potential disease and insect problems. Potential problems include: flea beetle, diamondback moth larvae, while mold, blackleg and tur­ nip mosaic yellows. For additional information about canola practices, con­ tact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service. Help Wanted POSTAL JOBS $11.41 to $14.90/hour. For exam and application information call 1-800-552-3995 ext. MI168. 8am-8pm, 7 days. 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville MAPLE VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION High School Completion & Vocational Classes Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. FREE to the high school graduate who is under 20 by 9/1/90. All other adults may take a class for *30.00 for 8 weeks. ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES - MONDAY - THURSDAY MAPLE VALLEY ADULT LEARNING CENTER 204 N. MAIN ST. NASHVILLE 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Daytime classes begin September 9,1991 Classes are 31/2 hours in length. You may attend classes any time during the above hours. Accounting Government Global Issues Consumers Education Math U.S. History English Reading Writing GED Preparation Science And MORE!! EVENING CLASSES-MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Evening classes begin Sept. 16,1991 MONDAY Government Office Update includes: Basic Office Skills Electronic Typewriters Calculators Dictaphone Word Processing New Office Procedures and More! Accounting Typing, Beg.-Adv. Tree winners announced Sterling Wells of Vermontville was this year's winner of a spruce tree given by Maple Valley Trees and Shrubs. Mr. and Mrs. Wells received their tree form Wayne Lobert. < Observing safety tips avoids accidents Parents must be aware of and respect the safety and health hazards their children face. Hazards include powerful machinery and tools, chemicals, confined spaces, ATV’s, ponds, animals and motor vehicles on rural roads. These safety tips can help pre­ vent children’s accidents: • Don’t allow unsupervised children around farm equip­ ment, large animals, chemicals, bins, ponds and other potential dangers. Don’t let them ride along. • When you drive, fasten small children in approved child safety seats. Now even kids in the back seat must use a seat belt. Avoid letting kids ride in the back of a pickup when on the roadway. • Never leave a small child unsupervised in or near water. This includes bathtubs, cisterns, washtubs, five gallon buckets, ponds, swimming pools or stock watering tanks. • Keep toxic products such as pesticides, medications and solvents in their original con­ tainers and locked up or out of reach. • Restrict kids from work operations that involve chemical use. 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Main St., Vermontville, Ml Open Mon-Fri 8:306; Sat 8:305; Sun. 11-3 726-1121 NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER Choice of: Intro to Computers Computer Literacy Appleworks Computerized Accounting “Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics” THURSDAY U.S. History Word Processing, Beg. & Adv Maple Valley Community Education Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School • PHONE • (517) FOR SALE: One 14 inch, P185 tire. New. Russell Booher. Phone 726-0417.__________ PIANO FOR SALE: Wanted: Responsible party to take on small monthly payments on piano. See locally. Call Manager at 800-635-7611. TUESDAY Science Basic Math thru Algebra Computer Science physical and mental develop­ ment into account when you assign jobs. Teach themhow to do the job safely and well. Supervision and praise are also important. Provide need­ ed protective equipment. Don’t assign a youngster ajob better suited to adult skills. Fassett Body Shop For Sale Welding & Machine Shop WEDNESDAY GED Preparation Writing Workshop English Reading, Writing, and Spelling Improvement Woodworking & Furniture Making pesticides and weed killers. Put chemicals away when finished. Safely dispose of empty containers promptly. • Develop and practice a home fire escape plan with your family. Teach kids how to call for help. • Take young workers’ Dr. Michael Callton • • • • • Therapeutic Muscle Massage Heat and Cold Treatments Special Therapy Machines Gentle Manipulations Appointments Available Same Day " NEW PATI ENT SPECIAL........... ! । Examination, X-Rays, ' and Treatment J SOfZOO ! MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES AUGUST 31 ms < 1991 L. • a * OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday Most Insurances Accepted - Open 6 Days A weemk - 852-9275 - 127 S. Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. August 13, 1991 — Page 11 Habitate dedicates second home, ?£>? ?£>?;• 1 L*** '*&$ paign, which seeks to sign up 1,000 people who each will donate $25 every time the local Habitat dedicates a new house. Nearly 100 have made the pledge to the Barry Coun­ ty unit so far. Wagner paid tribute Sunday to the many volunteers who have helped with the Nashville project and singled out several for special recognition, including Con­ struction Supervisor Steve Schoenleber of Hickory Cor­ ners, who oversaw the renovation. “He knows how to sing, too,” quipped Wagner. Schoenleber, accompanied by Habitat volunteer Amy Rodriquez, sang a special songs ofblessing at the event. Other inspirational selections were offered by vocalist Judy Sarver and her daughter, Angie. Wagner then introduced Murphy and her children, Matthew, 7, Scott, 5, and Amanda, 3, who will reside in the newly-renovated home. Also introduced by Wagner was a delegation of youths from Circle Pines Camp near Delton, who worked on the '• continuedfrom page 9 Nashville project, cleaning up the site and helping with various other jobs including roofing, insulating, and siding the house. Kay Heffelmire, group leader of the traveling work camp, shared her thoughts with the audience,, as did Wooten. Heffelmire saluted all Barry County volunteers and said, “It was wonderful each morn­ ing to have Jenny (Murphy) here working with us.” Wooten said it is great “be­ ing a part of a group ofpeople that genuinely do have love and concern in their hearts for others.” She also had words of praise for the state. “I love Michigan,” declared Wooten. “I knew what I was doing when I pick­ ed this route!” The two traveling Habitat leaders presented a bouquet of flowers to Murphy and her children. The Murphys also received a “Welcome to Nashville” key presented by Village President Ray Hin­ ckley and a Bible from the Habitat organization, presented by their new neighbors, the Beardslees. Harry Beard, a longtime resident of the neighborhood, who provided electricity dur­ ing the house renovation, was given the honor of presenting die Murphys with die key to their new home. Kitchen and bath fixtures are yet to be installed, the new drywall must be painted, and tile and carpeting must be laid before the family can move in, probably about mid­ September. Barry County volunteers will continue to work on the home until it is completed. “It’s an exciting thing,” said Murphy, as she expresesed her appreciation to all who have helped make it possible Varsity Coats for area schools GIRLS AND GUYS ORDER NOW... for Hastings, Middleville, Lakewood and Maple Valley • Lay-a-way for Christmas • Monogram • Chenille Script ... THE OUTPOST ALL WOOL or LEATHER styles available starting at......................... Our Pizza Now Has Thicker Crust and Bigger Bread Sticks I< I |f ।. ! turns providing refreshments for coffee breaks and daily lunches served on site to the volunteers. The traveling Habitat volunteers who worked in Nashville are moving on to assignments in Kalamazoo; Notre Dame, Ind.; and several locations in Ohio. All 15 crews will wind up in Col­ umbus, Ohio, for Habitat’s in­ ternational celebration Sept. 26-28. Have something to sell..advertise in The Maple Valley News... Reach over4,500 area homes! - MARY glenn for her family to have a home. The Rev. Lynn Wagner gave the invocation and benediction at Sunday’s ceremony, while Pastor Alan Mettler offered a blessing of the house, pointing out the difference between a “house” and a “home.” Refreshments and tours of the home concluded the day’s event. About 100 persons at­ tended the dedication service. 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B°x A' o°:^"^lc4h,ga" Phone 9459554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 4 — Tuesday, August 20, 1991 Lack of quorum postpones school board meeting; West case considered by Susan Hinckley For the second time in four months, lack of a quorum forced postponement last week of a regular meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education. The August 12 session was re-set for Mon­ day, August 19. For official business to be conducted a quorum of four of the seven members is necessary. Only three were present: Board President Harold Stewart, Vice Presi­ dent John Krolik and Trustee Bonnie Leep. Board secretary Bea Pino was ill; Treasurer Lynn Mengyan had a death in the family; Trustee David Tuckey was out of town; and Trustee Ted Spoelstra was detained at work but had expected to ar­ rive later. His presence would have constituted a quorum. After an appropriate period of time Stewart decided to postpone the meeting. A full slate of business, much of it pertaining to the start-up of the 1991-92 school year, had to be put on hold for a week. Filling various staff posi­ tions and approving food ser­ vice supplies for the school lunch program were among several “new business” items listed on the agenda. After closing the official meeting the three board members conducted an infor­ mal open committee meeting to discuss the case of Jacob West, a tracheostomy depen­ dent 5-year-old who will enter the Young Fives program at Fuller Street Elementary this fall. Jacob’s parents, Steven and Lori West were in the au­ dience to express concern that no health care specialist had yet been hired to attend Jacob in the classroom and on the school bus. The board approved hiring a medical aide at its July 29 meeting, but the prospective employee later declined to ac­ cept the job, citing other committments. Jacob requires frequent air­ way suctioning, administra­ tion of oxygen and occasional breathing treatments. The specialist who is hired will need an orientation period, its length dependent on his Or her base line medical skills. "It is imperative that we have someone in. that position (at the start of school),” said Steven West. “It is two weeks away and we don’t have anyone.” His wife explained that a great deal of time and effort has been invested by the inter- viewing committee comprised of herself, Fuller-Kellogg Principal Nancy Potter, Special Education Coor­ dinator Beverly Black, and Young Fives Teacher Theresa Duffy, but it has been difficult to find qualified candidates for various reasons. Dr. Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley superintendent, said wage expectations of the ap­ plicants have varied dramatically, from $6 to $12 See School Board, page 2 Green fails to stop clock on clean-up decree Sidney Green has lost another round in his battle with the Village of Nashville over a court order to clean up his R. & F. Industries proper­ ty at 230 S. Main St. In a hearing Friday in iHastings, Barry County Circuit Judge Richard M. Shuster ruled against a motion for stay filed by Green’s attorney Steven Flood of the Witzel and Dimitriou law firm of East Lansing. The motion would have delayed enforcement of the judge’s order of June 26, 1991, while appeals were filed. In that June ruling Shuster signed an order that will compel Green to clean up the premises within 60 days or face a $100-a-day fine for the next 60 days. If the property still is not in compliance, the village then has authority to clean up the premises and assess the costs as a lein against the property. Friday’s ruling by Shuster means that Green has until September 3 to comply; otherwise, the daily fines commence. Green was originally cited in March, 1987, under a newly-adopted village ordinance regulating storage of dismantled or inoperable motor vehicles, boats, machinery, equipment and parts: After nearly five years of legal wrangling in criminal court, during which time a jury determined Green was guilty and he was twice ordered to jail but granted work release, the village commenced civil action seeking authority to clean up the pro- perty at the expense of the owner. After sentencing in 1988, Green removed several disabled vehicles from the front yard, but other vehicles and material remain at the sides and rear of the building. He has claimed that some of the items are needed in his work, but the business cur­ rently is not in operation. In June, Shuster granted' Nashville police chief, Sgt. Gene Koetje, authority to tag any items that do not need to be removed from the property. Several proposals made in the past by Green to fence the property in lieu of cleanup were rejected by village officials. Just prior to filing the July motion to stay, Green’s at­ torneys submitted a $200 “ap- peal bond” to the Barry County Circuit Court. In his presentation before Shuster Friday, Jeffrey V. H. Sluggett, representing the village for the Grand Rapids law firm of Clary, Nantz,. Wood, Hoffius,.—Ra«ki» & Cooper, said that such bonds must be set by die court and the defendant’s “offer” of a $200 appeal bond does nothing to protect the village. Schuster agreed and set the bond at $10,000, said Village President Ray Hinckley. Under terms of the judge’s order, if Green refuses to, comply with the ordinance he could face up to $6,000 in fines. Accompanying Hinckley and Koetje to court Friday were President Pro Tern Ted Spoelstra and Trustee Forrest Burd. Green was not present. Lions Club calendars ready Dave Mace, chairman of the Nashville Lions Club Birthday Calendar project, shows one of the new calendars that will be distributed this week. A longtime annual fund-raiser, the pre-ordered calen­ dar lists local birthdays, anniversaries, meetings, etc., with proceeds earmarked for the Lions activity fund for community service. The first fall meeting of the Nashville Lions is set for 7 p.m. Monday, August 26, at Castleton Township hall. Visitor salutes Nashville in AAA magazine Kristin Reid, a waitress at Country Kettle Cafe since April 1990, is believed to be the one who served a Marquette man who later reported his pleasant visit to Nashville in the August issue of Michigan Living magazine. With Reid is Judy Quantrell, owner of the restaurant at 113 N. Main St. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The village was abuzz last week with news that Nashville had been spotlighted in Michigan Living, official publication of the Auto Club of Michigan. First word of the feature came from Mary Ohler, ofthe Harvest Festival Committee, who said she received two calls from the Detroit area in­ quiring about Nashville’s up­ coming celebration. Ohler’s phone number was included in a promotional statement about the festival in an editor’s note that followed the one-page contribution by Adam Carl of Marquette. Carl wrote the piece for the magazine’s Postcard section, a feature in which readers receive $75 for 200 words or less published about their visits to interesting out-of-theway spots arond the state. It seems Carl and his wife were passing through Nashville, when they decided to stop at a restaurant for breakfast. Although it was not mentioned by name, clues in the article narrow down that spot to the Country Kettle Cafe, owned by Jack and Judy Quantrell. Under the heading of Nashville Rambling, Carl relates his favorable impres­ sions of the “Friendly Village.” He says, in part: “The highway is the main street five, maybe six, blocks - no stop sign, plenty of parking. Wide lots with two story homes on the side streets; shaded, large old trees, sidewalks and verandas. No fences. A few hedges, flowered borders... “The restaurant, one of three in town, is small and neat. The carpet at the entry says, ‘We’re glad you’re here.’ “People turn to watch us. Strangers — they turn back. A waitress asks, ‘Coffee?’ She’s not long out of high school... “The ice cream cooler hums busily behind the counter. A man in bib overalls talks around a cup of coffee. “I pick up a menu. Steak and eggs $2.85? I fumble for my glasses. That’s right, $2.85. That’s for me. “Two elderly ladies come in, pause at the door. Everyone looks. They ex­ change smiles and nods... “Dorothy’s order is bacon and eggs. I doubt she’ll eat all of it... “A heavyset man walks to the register, waits, looks around. Everybody is busy. He puts his bill and some change on the counter. “‘Tell her I paid.’ I smile and nod.” Later, as Carl paid his check, he inquired about the population of Nashville. The waitress called out the ques­ tion to a fellow in a booth who See Magazine, page 3 In This Issue... • Charlotte Frontier Days kicks off Sept. 4 • Musicians gather for sessions in Nashville • Summerfest fun planned in Hastings this weekend • Vermontville youth enjoy craft sessions �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1991 — Page 2 School Board meeting postponed due to lack of quorom, per hour. "We have no other position in the school that varies that much,” said Parks. But he was hopefill a figure would be reached after negotiations Wednesday (August 20) with Maple Valley Support Person­ nel Association. “I know we can come to an agreement with the union,” said Parks. He added that the wage scale has not been the problem in hiring a medical aide, but that it has been “harder than we thought it would be” to find a qualified person. past. In addition to the trained health care specialist, Maple Valley schools must provide two-way emergency com­ munication devices for Jacob’s bus and classroom, develop and post emergency procedures for him, provide adequate humidification using distilled water, and provide monitoring of the health care specialist by a licensed RN. Mrs. West says she does not expect the school to provide the in-depth medical care that Jacob gets from his parents and nurses who work in the Many of the applicants, he precendent-setting case. said, did not want to accept a Three other special needs part-time position — children attended classes at estimated to be four hours per Maple Valley last school year. day for 180 days. The medical While they needed individual aide will ride the school bus to personal care aides, they did and from school with Jacob, not require attendance by a meeting before and after the medical specialist, p Under current law Jacob ride with Mrs.. West for an exchange of information about and p|her “medically fragile” the child's current medical 1 children are entitled to attend classes in the * ‘least restrictive status. “This person is (to be) environment,” which gives directly responsible for parents the option of choosing Jacob’s well-being,” noted a local school system instead of an intermediate school his mother. Area schools are closely district where such children monitoring the local have been, educated in the West home. “We are only looking for medical maintenance from the school aide,” said West. At last week’s meeting the Wests presented the school Vermontville Historical Society to hold annualpicnic Aug. 22 The Vermontville the Maple Valley Community Historical Society will hold its Band. Anyone is welcome to at­ annual potluck picnic Thurs­ day, August 22, starting at 7 tend. Please bring a dish to pass and your own table p.m. The event in the town park service. will include entertainment by 219 N. Main Street LUMBER YARD i NASHVILLE Only what's done for Christ will last. 852-0845 I 219 S. State St. board with copies of a legal overview citing several court decisions that have established responsiblities of parents and schools in such cases. Mace Pharmacy HOMETOWN! Only one life — will soon be past from front page Nashville, Mich. HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 852-0882 HOME COOKING AT ITS BEST Trowbridge Service Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices - AUTO SERVICE CENTER 130 S. Main St., Vermontville Jack & Judy a Country Kettle Cafe OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6 A.M. to 8 P.M. 726-0569 113 N. MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE • PH. 852-1551 YOUR HOUSE OF WORSHIP MAY OFFER A GOOD SCHOOL fUAlTOR" WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE ELSIE E. WOLEVER 126 S. Main St. BROKER Nashville, Ml. 49073 RES. (517) 726-0637 office (517) 852-1501 GOODTIME PIZZA 119 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; Sunday 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The approaching school season reminds us that there are several options for our children's ed­ ucation. We have a fine public school system in this country, which does its best for our children; both in teaching them and in trying to protect them from evil influences, and it should be remem­ bered that even the best school in the world cannot do the parents'job. However, there is an alternative. Many Houses ofWorship provide their own elementary school, beginning with kinder­ garten. They offer a full curriculum, maintain dis­ cipline, and establish a solid foundation of faith and moral values. There is no better place to give your children a good start in life, and now is the time for you to look into it. The greatest natural resource that any country can have is its children. — Danny Kaye "Bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord." — Ephesians 6:4 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass ............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. > Wednesday: Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ......10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... ...11 a.m. P.M. Worship....... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR 225 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN Telephone: 852-9680 Furlong Heating SALES & SERVICE 9975 Thornapple Lake Road FURNACE SALES & REPAIR Also ... Refrigerator, Freezer and Air Conditioner Repair — 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE — Earl Furlong Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH HECKER Agency VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:30 a.m. Worship.............. 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available Pastor James C. Noggle 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . .10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH REV. BOB KERSTEN 304 Phillips St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sun. School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service .... 11a.m. P.M. Service ............ 7 p.m. Wed. Service...... .7 p.m. North State, Nashville A.M. Worship . .9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship............11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ..7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.............................. 7 REV. ALAN METTLER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship Sun. School . .9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN 852-9728 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (14 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ......10 a.m. A.M. Service.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ........ 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1991 — Page 3 Charlotte Annual Frontier Days to celebrate 21st year Sept. 4-8 Charlotte Frontier Days will be celebrating its 21st year, Sept. 4-8. The weekend is chalked full of events and happenings, in­ cluding a world championship rodeo, old-time saloon, arts and crafts show, parade featuring a salute to the Desert Storm servicemen and anti­ ques of all kinds. September 4 activities begin at 6 p.m. at the Frontier Saloon and Dance Hall held at the Eaton County Fairgrounds. The evening will consist of a talent showdown open to all ages, “Meeting the Queen and her Court,’’ the Kikker Band kicking off at 8 p.m. and performances by the Dancing Deputies. The Silver Slipper Dance Hall opens September 5 from 6 p.m. until 12:30 a.m. at the Eaton County Fairgrounds. Tickets are $30 per couple and limited to 600 tickets. Tickets will entitle the holders to ad­ mission, two pig roast din­ ners, $5 in gambling chips for Las Vegas Night and one raf­ fle ticket with 10 prizes total­ ing $5,000, including a grand prize of $3,000. The Cathy Ford Band and the Dancing Deputies will be providing the entertainment throughout the evening. September 6 the festival is in full swing with the arts and crafts show (at the 1885 court house lawn at Lawrence and Cochran) and the flea market (under the fairgrounds grands­ tand) opening at noon. The saloon will open at the Sheperd and Bostwick will fairgrounds at 7 p.m. with live have a Chicken BBQ from entertainment by the Frisco noon until 6 p.m. Band and the Dancing Sunday, a pancake Deputies. There will be a $3 breakfast will be served at the cover charge. The Martin Masonic Temple from 7:30 Jeep Eagle World Champion­ a.m. until 10:30 a.m. spon­ ship Rodeo begins at 8 p.m. sored by Job’s Daughters. The event is co-sponsored by Oak Park will be featuring Coors. Other special events entertainment. Events at the will be taking place court house and fairgrounds throughout the community. will continue into the evening. Saturday at 10:30 a.m., one For any further information of mid-Michigan’s largest regarding Frontier Days, call parade’s begins from the Charlotte Chamber of downtown to the fairgrounds. Commerce at (517) 543-0400 The family event draws or stop in at 207 S. Cochran, thousands to see the covered Charlotte, MI 48813. wagons, authentic costumes, Proceeds of the festival go horse teams, antique cars, to the Charlotte community to bands and clowns. help fund various projects. Carriage and Eatran Trolley are available to transport one and all to the various events, including the Living History Encampment at Bennett Park. There you will find a re­ creation of American History of the 18th and mid-19th centuries. There will be a wide variety of concessions throughout the festival offering something for every taste. The Chamber of Commerce will be operating a Roast Buffalo Sandwich stand on the court house lawn Fri­ day and Saturday. They will have tables and chairs available for everyone’s din­ ing pleasure. Saturday the Lion’s club will be having its Ox Roast at the Beach Market beginning at 10 a.m. and St. John’s Episcopal Church at INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Assembly of God Church to hold Vacation Bible School “In The Beginning’’ is the theme of the Vacation Bible School being held this week at the Assembly of God, 803 Reed St., Nashville. Uncle Bob Homan is host of i.MAWSWEET LE.WCHIGAN the sessions which run from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. through Fri­ day, August 23. Children from school age and up, including adults, are welcome to attend the school. Checking Account? nkM Magazine salutes town , ig Heating 4SERVICE rapelieW salesiW ijeniotM iditionerBepw IS®' from front who served the visitors . (Carl noted: “The coffee cup is kept full.”) She also believes that what the writer thought was the hum of the ice cream cooler was actually the hum of the pie case. The Country Kettle is the only family restaurant in Nashville that has a traditional counter with stools in addition to booths and tables. It is like­ ly that the Carls were seated at die counter, near the cash register. “And it’s our door mat (he saw),” said Judy, as she -Maple Valley Athletic Boosters - points out the welcoming slogan observed by the writer. The Quantrells have owned ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA £ the Country Kettle Cafe for ETHURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. B nine years. Reid has been B Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 — employed there since April ■■■maiiiiiiiaoiiiaiiisiiiiA 1990. looked up and said, “I dunno. Maybe twelve, fifteen hundred.’’ Back on the street, the writer notices a passing pickup truck carrying a load of shucked com. At the edge of town the visitors pass a large, white bam and dark, fresh-plowed soil. Three Canada geese sit by a pond. “My kind of country,” concludes Carl. Judy Quantrell believes Kristin Reid was the waitress 1 It can produce cash at a moment's notice 7 days a week. It gives you an automatic receipt for the payment of every bill and a permanent record of all expenses. You can pay an obligation in any part of the country without walking further than your mail box. If you are not using a checking account you're missing one of the greatest conveniences ever invented. Eaton Federal BINGO | When school starts... have the right style for you ATTRACTIVE and EASY The Village Hair Port Phone 726-0257 470 E. Main, Vermontville HOURS: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon. thru Fri. Some evenings by appointments FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 FDIC INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past... £ £ By Susan Hinckley Thousands enjoyed Nashville's 1937 Festival-Homecoming event Ideal weather and plenty of entertainment were credited with the success of Nashville’s 1937 Harvest Festival-Homecoming celebration. It was estimated that 10,000 people attended the three-day event. That, and a contagious farm fire near Vermontville were top news in the community 54 years ago this week. The following stories ap­ peared in The Nashville News issue of August 19, 1937. this year, C.J. Betts vice president, C.O. Mason secretary and M.J. Hinckley treasurer. L.W. Feighner was head of the publicity committee; C.J. Betts, finance; C.E. Mater, attractions and conces­ sions; Mildred Mater had charge of the parade; Etta Baker headed the invitation committee; Dr. Morris, the music committee, with L.W. Feighner actively assisting; and Dr. W.A. Vance headed the executive committee. Ten thousand attend 1937 Harvest Festival Free attractions at band An estimated attendance of stand Every afternoon and even­ ten thousand for the three-day Harvest Festival and Home­ ing there were free high class Coming of last Thursday, Fri­ attractions at the band stand day and Saturday, put the on Maple Street, just off Main Street, varying daily. Band 1937 celebration in Nashville back in its old class, a better music as usual was a great attendance than for the later drawing card, with fine pro­ grams twice daily. Festivals. On Thursday it was the The weather was ideal for Charlotte aroe High g scoo school band, an, an outdoor affair, the bands, the program of Fox Studio of directed by Ward Hynes, who Kalamazoo, and the Wonder married Charlotte Cross of Man, were all enjoyed, the Nashville, which furnished ball games drew their share of pleasing afternoon and even­ attention, there were oppor­ ing programs. On Friday afternoon, the group known as tunities for going up in the air, stunt flying and parachute the Hastings Rube band, furnished the program, and in the drops, a water battle, ponies to ride, and the carnival, Weir evening the Hastings City rides, Ferris, merry-go- band, both concerts enjoyed. round, auto and - airplane Then on Saturday the Voca­ rides, little autos to drive, for­ tional school band from Lans­ tune telling, quick picture tak­ ing gave splendid programs. ing, beano, and a considerable Baton whirlers gave some number of other midway at­ pretty exhibitions in connection. tractions, and a Juvenile Fox studios, Kalamazoo, parade, a local affair, and a operated by LaNola Cross minor amount of disturbance. Probably there were never Fox, presented two enjoyable so many cars within the programs daily, with Fox village limits in a like period Follies, in varying personnel oftime. With practically three and arrangements, in straight tap, roller tap, toe tap and blocks closed for the carnival, and the new parking, what an acrobatic dancing, and Blues area they covered! singers, with Kenneth FroFrank Caley was presidents wein and Charlotte Kellogg, MAPLE VALLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION • • • • • Offers... Basic Skills Classes High School Completion Classes Vocational Skills Classes College Classes Enrichment Classes DAYTIME AND EVENING CLASSES To enroll call, or stop in! Maple Valley Community Education Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School -852-9275Office Hours: 9 a.m.-3 p .m. Monday-Thursday adult and community education youthful prodigies, scoring especially high with the audience. On Thursday and Saturday the Hill Billies presented a good program, with the small brother of the violinist making a creditable appearance in the evening. On Friday the Sweethearts of Saxophone gave pleasing programs. Still another attraction was the Wonder Man, M. L. Cover of Bellefontaine, Ohio, who did “wonders” with ropes, which he made. His acts were out of the ordinary, and closely followed. "Probably there were never so many cars within the village limits in a like period of time," said The Nashville News, of the three-day 1937 Harvest Festival. Main Street was closed for the occasion but that same week the state highway commissioner announced he would no longer issue permits for trunkline closings for local festivals and celebrations. This scene from the late 1930s shows the thoroughfare at a quieter time. the drum corps of the same band behind him. Then came the parade in groups, with the Pets leading. Carl (Junior) Smith won the first prize with his goose and Lennon Maurer second with his Shetland pony. A fleet ofdoll cabs compos­ ed the second group, with first prize to Gloria Jean Carpenter, and second to Pat­ ty Duguid. In the comic group, Betty’s Band, Betty Burchett leader, received the award. In the Tricycle group, No. 45 was voted the winner but did not report for the prize. As the entrants were not listed by number, the committee would like to have the winner report. Dickie Dahlhouser received second prize. Girls’ Bicycles was the con­ cluding group, and Patty Adell Mater received first, and Elner Jane Purchis second. Al Bennett announced the winners, and Mrs. Mater gave the prizes. Airplaine flights; parachute j jumps Claude Greenfield,- former resident, came with an airplane for the Festival, fly­ ing from a .field east of Nashville, and taking up close to 100 passengers for hire. A sound car, and parachute jumpers were also brought by Mr. Greenfield for the occa­ sion. The plane was over the village in most of its flights, and then Saturday afternoon there was stunt flying over the village and delayed parachute drops. One of these jumps was the first of its kind in Michigan. It was made by a mechanical man, who after the usual fly­ ing display, was cut loose, and came down on the flying field, minus a leg, which was later found by Roy Smith near the river and sent on to again become a part of the mechanical man. The second parachute jump was made as the water battle concluded, by Billy Kuhn, who perfonped various feats, and remained aloft for a considerable time before cutting loose, to make a nice landing. Three good ball games were played on Festival days, and Nashville won two of the three. On Thursday Woodland won from Nashville 6. to 1; Friday Bellevue lost to Nashville 12 to 8; and Satur­ day Nashville won from Schmidt’s Shoes team of Bat­ tle Creek 5 to 1. There was a fair attendance. Juvenile parade Water battle One of the very pleasing entertainment features was the Juvenile parade, in charge of Mrs. C.E. Mater and Mrs. Higdon, presented early Saturday afternoon, with about 60 entrants from 4 to .16 years old, and with money prizes for the winners in the different groups, and ice cream cones for all the participants. Judges for this event were chosen from former residents who were “Home-Comers” — Miss Blanche McMore of Los Angeles, Mrs. Flora Boston Reinhardt of Ann Ar­ bor, and Mrs. Mary Henton of Delton, who found it quite difficult to make the awards in the Pets group, there were so many good ones. The parade started from the schoolhouse, a good gathering place, with plenty ofroom for forming the lines of the groups. Blance Kindig of Grand Rapids, great­ granddaughter of Francis Showalter, asked to lead the parade as baton whirler, and she was followed by the baton whirler of the Vocational school band of Lansing, with Ball games Friday night, was arraigned Saturday morning in Hastings, given a $16 fine, $9 cost, and was sentenced to jail to remain until Monday morn­ ing. The second was a conces­ sion man who struck another carnival man for alleged in­ sult. He was brought before Justice McDerby, and fined $2.50, with $3.35 costs. for years was an expert ac­ countant and credit manager.. Vermontville vicinity had serious fire Two bams and several smaller structures were destroyed and other buildings on four farms in the Vermont­ ville vicinity were imperiled by a fire which started on the Perry Cushing farm late Fri­ day afternoon. It was the most serious blaze in that vicinity in years. Threshers blamed a stone, rattling in a separator, for sparks which ignited a strawstack on the Cushing farm. The flames spread rapidly to the Cushing bam, then to a nearby hen house, jumped across the road to the Jay Imes farm, destroying a bam and strawstack there, then further down the road to the Mrs. J. Imes farm, doing damage to several wooden buildings. The roof ofthe farm house of John Clemons, still further away, also became ignited from sparks carried by a strong wind. Five fire departments were summoned to aid volunteer workers and succeeded in preventing further spread of the flames and in saving First white boy Myron J. Stanton of Detroit, first white boy, and third white child to be bom in Nashville, was one of the old timers here last week. He was bom in 1866 in what is now the home of Mr. and Mrs. LaVem Staup, but the house then stood just north of the present Star Theatre, and was moved off in 1869, for the erection of the Union House, which later burned. His folks were the thirteenth family here and his father helped clear off what is now Main Street. He remembers the first train over what was then the Grand River Valley Railroad in 1869, the locomotive front adorned with a deer’s head and horns...Mr. Stanton graduated (high school) here with Clyde W. Francis, Lenna Parrish and Mabel Selleck in 1888. He has been in and out ofNashville for 48 years, and Continued on next page— One of the dampest of the free features, and inviting to the freely perspiring onlookers, was the water bat­ tle put on by the Nashville Fire Department on North Main Street about supper time Saturday, in which the Yellow Jackets won over the Hornets in a three-quarter hour en­ counter, in which water ran freely and with effective force. Quite a crowd witness­ ed the fight. Gypsies midway involved, left Forty dollars taken by a band of gypsies from Wallace Harris, 67, Assyria fanner, was recovered by sheriffs officers, and the band driven from town. They operated some of the fortune telling concessions on the carnival midway. The gypsies told the officers that the money was paid for ser­ vices rendered Mr. Harris. Two arrests made Two arrests were made dur­ ing the carnival. Lewis Bailey, drunk and fighting Hot-air balloon ascensions were a highlight of Nashville’s first Harvest Festival in 1906 (seen here), and aeronautics continued to play an important role in subsequent celebrations. At the 1937 event, festival­ goers witnessed a parachute jump that was the first of its kind in Michigan. Claude Greenfield, former resident and noted stunt flyer, arranged the drop by a mechanical man." �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, August 20. 1991 — Page 5 Musicians gather for weekly sessions in Nashville ! Si 'J'S JS ^ ^cos. ilt lt ** **, &> Traditional stringed instruments form the nucleus of the group calling themselves the Nashville Strings. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The sounds of good, oldfashioned “down-home” music emitting each Wednes­ day evening from the Maple Grove Community Building — Township Hall at the south edge of Nashville can be trac­ ed to a loosely structured group calling themselves "The Nashville Strings.” Guitars, violins, banjos, dulcimers, a mandolin, accordian, harmonica and even a musical saw were among the instruments in play last Wednesday evening as the Strings practiced for their ap­ pearance Saturday in the Nashville Harvest Festival. A spin-off of the Barry ®ofH J,'l<|iiB| Hitt, "*'**• "*•»«» County-based Thornapple Valley Dulcimer Society, the group numbering 12 to 15 recently began meeting for weekly jam sessions at the rural Nashville home of Bessie and Willard Myers. “Each week we would move the furniture out of the living room (to make room for the players) then move it back in,” said Mrs. Myers. When the crowd outgrew the Myers home they decided to start holding the sessions in the township hall. Lloyd Peck of Battle Creek, playing a mandolin he made, and violinist Joe Andrews of Nashville team up for a special rendition of "Amazing Grace." Players come from Nashville, Hastings, Charlotte, Bellevue and Battle Creek. Others are invited to join. "Anyone who likes to play is welcome,” says Willard Myers. Lovers of old-time music also are invited to just come sit and listen to the toe-tapping tunes of yesteryear. Playing starts at 7 p.m. and lasts until who-knows-when. The door is open. t al Jti" Free pressure Conner testing mb ta Mtmffc ’•^kh Due to numerous requests for dial gauge pressure canner testing, Mona Ellard from the Eaton Cooperative Extension will be providing free testing at the Coast-to-Coast Hard­ ware in the Charlotte Plaza, on Thursday, Aug. 22, from 1-4 p.m. a, al m “"J *’'■.)» »,irfc *k»^i mfe “^ihi atta^kik att a^kik "J fctai ca Memories of the post , tai pita tni > ■S* The dial gauge pressure valves need to be tested for accuracy every two years. All you need to do is bring in the lid. Due to availability of the tester, this will be the only op­ portunity provided this harvest season. several structures. Barns on the Cushing and Jay Imes farms, with all con­ tents, were destroyed. Loss was largely covered by in­ surance, however. No stock was lost and no one was injured. fititipn.- hti* wtodK*: *: “> RM0' ®i* tt fa k in, UiUiM . jHij ul MWlRt Not all the instruments are stringed. Blair Hawblitz makes music on a saw he has been playing since March, while his wife, Leila, plays the accordion. Something To ThinkAbout DAVID D. ROSIER DIRECTOR FUNERAL COST PREPAYMENT If you wish, you may choose not to do anything at all about prepaying your funeral ex­ penses. Let the money come out of your estate's assets when you die. If it's obvious that there will be money In your estate In the form of savings, in­ surance, cashable stocks or bonds, or other liquid assets - that's probably all the protection your survivor needs. The money you would other­ wise tie up for funeral payments could be in­ vested or put into savings instead. The disadvantage of this course is that your estate may never'be so large as to cover the funeral cdst adequately. Another possibility is that even if you are well off now, your financial for­ tunes may change to such a degree that there won't be much money in the estate when you die. In such cases, your sur­ vivors would be under great financial strain to meet the cost of your funeral and burial. It may require going into in­ surance money or other resources more urgently needed to live on. ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. Village gets $181.11 gas tax money Mrs. Mildred Mater, as village treasurer, received last week a check for $181.11 from County Treasurer Clouse. This was Nashville's share of a check for $6,069.32 received from the gas tax from the state highway department. The first half of the check received by Mr. Clouse went to the county road commission and the second half was divid­ ed between the county, the villages of the county and Hastings city, according to the population. Nearly $100 taken from Mrs. Phoebe White’s A sum of money, amoun­ ting to nearly $100, was taken probably some time last week from the home of Mrs. Phoebe White on North Main. The money belonged to a son, Glenn White, who works on the local section crew of the Michigan Central. No more trunkline closings for festivals State Highway Commis­ sioner Murray D. VanWagoner has served notice that he will issue no further permits to close trunkline highways for local festivals and celebrations. The com­ missioner made the announce- continued ment as a flood of requests came to his desk for trunkline closings for Labor Day. All such requests are being re­ jected, which is a sound position. Dulcimer players at last Wednesday’s sessions were (front to back) Joan Keech, Hazel Meek and Thelma Fassett. STANTON'S PmuCHOH€€RS G RChLTORS^F (517)726-0181 south meet vaNnom-MC.noitsm «O96 rusHwic 'JUST LISTED! Beautiful lakefront home on Thornapple Lake •Completely remodeled — bath and % ♦Screened porch, walk-out basement •Only $36,000! •Great starter or retirement home. Large lot! (N-79) IT] (517)852-1717 •Only $30,000 with land contract terms to qualified buyer *3-4 bedroom home with large rooms, living room, dining room, TV room •Lots of extras owners ready to sell! (N-80) — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan [Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Cindy Doolittle 726-0605 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1991 — Poge 6 Vermontville youngsters enjoyed Historical Society craft sessions Children in the Vermontvilie community are enjoying noons in August. The last session will be to­ day (August 20), since school a J* lessor held T y Marcia Gront showed Christy Todd (center) and Karalea Rothenberg, how to trace patterns on wooden blocks in last Tuesday's craft session in Vermontville. 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They then colored the pictures with oil paints. "It gives the children something to do in the sum­ mer," said Zemke. Other adult helpers at last Tuesday’s event were Cindy Krolik, Marcia Grant and Dawn Conklin. $44,9001! ON 7 ACRES - 3 bed­ NEW LISTING: “PANORAMIC VIEW” ■ 1979 “CHALET-STYLE" Styles-R-Us Painting was serious work for this budding artist, 5-year-old Katy Rothenberg. MAPLE VALLEY Broker Homer Winegar, GRI PART TIME sell soothing, non-caustic, natural products. Enhance the lives of those you touch. Call Mary 517-852-9312. Dr. Michael Callton ; • • • • • Therapeutic Muscle Massage Heat and Cold Treatments Special Therapy Machines Gentle Manipulations Appointments Available Same Day NEW PATIENT SPECIAL i Examination, X-Rays, • and Treatment SO COO i! MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES S AUGUST 31 1991 • • • *" " 1 ••••■••■••••••••'■••■•I Most Insurances Accepted - Open 6 Days A week 127 S. Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1991 — Page 7 Thank You Binkowski - Rumbaoa united CARD OF THANKS The family of Marleen Lathrop would like to thank friends and relatives who sent cards, food, and flowers to us. We would like to thank Mr. Wren ofthe Wren Funeral Home for his help and kindness in our time of sorrow. Special thanks to the neigh­ bors who made Marleen’s idea ofa bench in the park come true. Many a thank you for your dona­ tions to our wonderful Nashville Ambulance crew. Your kindness will never be forgotten. Hubert Sr. and Agnes Lathrop Hubert Jr. and Janet Lathrop Kathy and Gary Nickel Deborah and Richard Murray Angela Murray Nicole and Tom McMillen Kerry Nickel David Nickel Eric Vincent Binkowski and Norma Illacas Rumbaoa were united in marriage on July 7 by Reverend Alfred Dietzel. The wedding was held in a gazebo at Oak Park in Charlotte, Michigan. Parents of the groom are Chester Binkowski of Woodland and Doreen Vahs of Bellevue. Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Angel Rumbaoa of Maui, Hawaii. Mr. John Lehman served as best man and Mrs. Kathy Feldhusen served as maid of honor. The bride was given away by Chester Binkowski. The bride and groom travel­ ed up north for their honey­ moon and plan a trip to Hawaii in December. They now reside in Woodland. Minerva Arroyo of Puerto Rico and Reinaldo Rivera of San Francisco wish to an­ nounce the marriage of their daughter, Teresa, to Tim SS*& » '*»SJ!*i !“»S‘* £!!?**4i £!!?** *aMw cbool 1 »Wsg| uNasMe W 757:-'6>fel W tf For life’s little disappointments T T.. Obituaries two daughters, Mrs. Rick (Norma) Rodriguez of Hast­ ings, Mrs. David (Bonnie) Roush of Nashville; seven grandchildren; 10 great­ grandchildren; brother, Gerald Crawley of Battle Creek; two sisters, Mrs. Lawrence (Doris) Holcomb of Bellevue, Mrs. Verdie Sinclair of Hastings. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie on January 26, 1972, brother Dale Crowley, sister, Irene Bridleman. Graveside services were held Tuesday, August 13, at the Dowling Cemetery with Chaplain Cathy Vessecchia officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry County Habitat of Good Samaritan Hospice of Bany County. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home, 1401 N. Broadway, Hastings. Send the FTD® Pick-Me-Up Bouquet. Just call or visit us today. See our i FIBERGLASS FURNITURE DAILY DELIVERY ... to Nashville & Middleville Areas Free delivery on *15.00 orders & up HOURS: Open Mon.-Fri. ’til 8 p.m.; Sat. ’til 5:30 109 West State St. — Hastings Bow Hunter SPECIAL Teresa is working at the Pediatric Group in Monterey, Calif., and E-3 Rose is sta­ tioned at Fort Ord, Calif. The couple are living in Marina, Calif. Tim and Teresa recently visited family and friends in Nashville. FREE Bow Tune-Up ut target$21.95 Maple Grove Birthday club Video Rental $1.00 Per Day (Ends August 31) The Maple Grove Birthday Chib will meet Wednesday, Aug. 21 at the Maple Grove Community Building on M-66. A potluck dinner is at 12:30 p.m. Joyce Starring will bring the birthday cake and Ha Gray the door prize. HUNTER’S CHOICE & ELK APPLICATION AVAILABLE NOW ASHVILLE 1 6 sporting HARDWARE Cm“s 233 N. Main Si Nashville, Ml 852-0713 OPEN: Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. WE SHIP U.P.S. CHARLOTTE FRONTIER DAYS Martin Jeep Eagle Kenneth Bowser CHARLOTTE - Kenneth Bowser, 74 of Charlotte, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 1991 at his residence. Mr. Bowser was bom in Walton Township, the son of Van and Florence (Porter) Bowser. He served in the Navy during World War n. He worked as a truck driver for Grand Trunk Railroad, then A.E. and retired from Lowe Brothers, June 19, 1981. He is survived by his wife, Hildred; son, Ronald (Virgi­ nia) Bowser of Lawrence, Kansas; two daughters, Sandra (Mrs. John) Rollins of n e w Mt | new Mt w | ■■Qvnvt Q v nv tw tt '' I James Kenneth ‘Ken’ Crawley____________ HASTINGS James Kenneth “Ken” Crawley, 82 of 7088 South Bedford Road, Hastings, passed away Friday, August 9, 1991 at Tendercare of Hastings. Mr. Crawley was born on October 27,1908 in Baltimore Township, Barry County, the son of James and Mabel (Merritt) Crawley. He lived all his life at his present farm home and attended the Dowl­ ing School and Hastings High School. He was married to Nellie Lester on April 5, 1929. He farmed and was well-known area milk hauler for the Pet Milk Company for many years. He retired in 1975. He was a life member ofthe Grange being affiliated with the Star, Johnstown, Maple Leaf, National and State Granges. Mr. Crawley is survived by Garage Sale BACK TO SCHOOL GARAGE SALE Thursday & Friday, Aug 22nd-23rd. 9-5. Lots ofkids clothes, couch, love seat dozens of puzzles, some dolls, *40’s collectible Imperial ROOFING-SIDING­ crystal, household, books, toys, REMODELING-NEW bicycles and misc. Sherry Gould CONSTRUCTION give us a & Petie Latta, 10560 Bivens call - we do it all. HENEY Road, Nashville, 1/4 mile east of CONSTRUCTION M66. 1-517-852-9945. BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BOBCAT SERVICES back­ hoe, auger, bam cleaning, and more. $125 1/2 day, $250 full. 1-517-852-2278. ___________ LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thru Friday. Satellite Service. Rose, son of Mary Rose of Nashville. Tim and Teresa were mar­ ried Feb. 2, 1991 at Lake Taho. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. Business Services Rivera - Rose marriage told ‘iSi . DELIVERING SAND, gravel and fill. Call 948-2909 or 945-4894. ________________ Marshall, Cheryl (Mrs. Verlin) Franks of Olivet; eight grand­ children and five great­ grandchildren; sisters, Donis Barnett of Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were held Friday, August 16 at the Pray Funeral Home with Reverend Darwin Kuhl officiating. Burial in the Maple Hill Cemetery. Mr. Bowser was a member ofthe West Carmel Congrega­ tional Church where the family would like to have memorials directed in Kenneth’s name. Fri., Sept. 6 • 8 p.m. Sat., Sept. 7 • 8 p.m. FAMILY DAY Sun., Sept. 8 • 3 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Fairgrounds, Charlotte, Ml FRIDAY-SATURDAY-SUNDAY RAIN OR SHINE * COVERED GRANDSTAND ADULT $7 flale FRIDAY-SATURDAY ADVANCE TICKET COUPON BACK TO SCHOOL LitX w , , Hair Care Made Easy! Tired of taming her wild hair? Have your child's hair permed for school and you'll both love the results! Our gentle perming methods are specially formulated for children's hair. Diana’s Place Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. • Open Tues.-Sat Owner Dlun/i Kuempel • 852*9481 My check or money order is enclosed for: _______Children Adult Total amount enclosed! PLEASE CHECK DAY TICKETS DESIRED FOR: FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY Please send to CHILD under $5 gate SUNDAY-FAMILY DAY CHILD $3 gate SENIOR CITIZENS $3 Ticket Information • 543-0400 __ Phone_______ Pleass enclose a slamped, self-addressed envelope with this coup on and mail to Charlotte Frontier Days, Chamber ber ol Commerce, 207 S. Cochran, Charlotte, Ml 48813 Tickets also available at: Charlotte Shopping Guide, Wildern’s Drug Store in Potterville & Charlotte, Sherman Hallmark, Carl’s Market in Olivet, Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Office "O "Official Radio Station of Frontier Days" �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1991 — Page 8 Summerfest fun planned for this weekend in Hastings Hastings' annual celebra­ tion of summer this weekend will be filled with favorite and new activities, ranging from a two-day arts and crafts show to athletic events. All the fun on Friday is centered around the Barry County Courthouse/ Hast­ ings Public Library area and also on Saturday besides nearby Fish Hatchery Park. A shuttle bus will be avail­ able to transport people back and forth. On Sunday, folks can par­ ticipate in the Dawn Patrol and Pancake Breakfast from 6 to 11 a.m. at the Hastings Airport and then go to the Antique Fire Muster from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Historic Charlton Park, located off said Reid. Street dances, food booths, a parade, sky diving, 3-on-3 basketball, fishing, a bike tour, 10K and 5K runs and more are part of the festival. About 40,000 people are expected to flock to the fes­ tivities. Bruce Hunt, who is co­ chairing Summerfest with Robert Byington, expects the crowds to enjoy the changes made for the event. "With the additional events, especially the ath­ letic aspects, we had to ex­ pand to Fish Hatchery Park," he said. "I think it will be a lot of fun, I really do." On Friday, activities begin at noon on the Courthouse Square, with the Arts and Crafts show! which will stay open until 8 p.m. Enter­ tainment on the library stage also starts at noon and runs continuously throughout the day, concluding with a street dance from 9 p.m. to mid­ night Street dancing will be to the beat of Spam Paris, an alternative rock group from Boston, and the Michael Edwards Band, a lo­ cal country group. Saturday will include a va­ riety of sports activities at Fish Hatchery Park, located off Green Street and Cook Road. Those events start at 8 p.m. and include softball, tennis, basketball, youth M-79 between Hastings and Nashville. Musical talent will abound on the outdoor stage in front of the Hastings library Fri­ day and Saturday. Two top groups from Boston will be among the 31 acts and Steve Reid, who has booked the entertainment, calls this year's lineup the best Sum­ merfest has ever had. "With the exception of opera, we've got something for everyone. There is music the whole family can enjoy," he said. Only one stage will be used this year, for the first time since 1980, to allow people to more easily enjoy their favorite music, without having to walk back and forth from stage to stage, Tobias-Mason Insurance Your insurance needs are our specialty You take care of your farm, and we’ll take care of your insurance needs. From protection for your farm and equipment, to cash-building life insurance plans for your family and retirement, helping Michigan farm families is what we do best. Call today. Making your future more predictable 109 N. Main — Nashville Phone 517-852-2005 LARGE DISCOUNT AND FREE Accessories ON Snapper Mower Antique Car show planned by Eaton County 4-Her's The Eaton County Fair Board is sponsoring an Anti­ que Car Show at the Charlotte Fairgrounds Aug. 23 - 25. 4-H members and leaders will help out at the show by offering food for sale. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be available to the public on both August 24 and 25. A roast beef dinner will be featured on Saturday. The car show will feature hundreds of antique cars, a parade of cars, dances on Fri­ day and Saturday, craft show, activity booths and more. soccer and horseshoe tour­ naments. There is also a corporate tug of war and youth fishing contest for ages four to six. On the Courthouse Square on Saturday, the 10K and 5K runs begin at 8:30 a.m., fol­ lowed by the Fun Run and Fitness Walk at 9:30 a.m. From 8 to 11 a.m. Satur­ day, a pancake breakfast will be be sponsored by the Barry Child Abuse Council at the Episcopal Parish House, lo­ cated just off S. Broadway on Center St. Saturday's parade steps off at noon on N. Woodlawn and will proceed along down­ town's State Street. (See separate article for parade route details.) Arts and crafts booths will open at 10 a.m. Saturday and continue until 6 p.m. Enter­ tainment on the library stage starts at 10 a.m. until the street dance begins at 9:30 p.m. Echo, a local rock band, and Question Mark and the Mysterians, a classic rock band from Boston, will provide the music. Food booths will be set up in both locations during Summerfest. Barry County Transit will be running every 30 minutes between locations and will be available within the city limits from 8 p.m. to mid­ night. ‘Andy and Friends Gospel Puppets' to appear at CBC Under the direction of Rev. tian School in Elkhart, Indiana Brent J. Blough, “Andy and and the Grand Rapids School Friends Gospel Puppets” will of the Bible and Music in minister on Aug. 25 at the Grand Rapids. Clarksville Bible Church. Rev. Blough has a doctorate This will be during the regular in puppetry from “Puppets Sunday School at 9:45 a.m.. From One Way Street” in LitRev. Blough, known as Mr. tleton, Colorado, and holds Brent, founded the Andy and membership in the Fellowship Friends Gospel Puppet of Christian Magicians and Ministry in the summer of the National Christian 1981. He has since ministered Counselor Association. Rev. Blough and his wife in many churches throughout Karen, have three children the Michigan Area. Rev. Blough is a graduate and live at 2425 Morton of the Elkhart Baptist Chris-Avenue in Elkhart, Indiana. Maple Valley Community Education enrollment now underway Enrollment has begun for the fall adult education classes. Classes are being of­ fered again during the daytime at the Maple Valley Adult Learning Center in Nashville, with evening classes held at the jr.-sr. high school. The classes required for a high school diploma are of­ fered in the daytime and even­ ing, and vocational classes, such as Office Update, ac­ counting, typing, are also of­ fered in the evenings. The classes are open to adults who are 18 and older and whose high school class has graduated. Classes are free to those who are working toward a high school diploma. Adults with a diploma may take the classes for a small fee. Many enrichment classes for all ages are also scheduled for fall. Classes such as exercise, gymnastics, karate, social dancing , and more! A newsletter will be mailed of the newsletter, or further to all of the homes in the information, call the Com­ Maple Valley School district munity Education Office at this week. The newsletter will 852-9275. contain community education Office hours are from 9 news, as well as news about a.m. 9 p.m. Monday the K-12 program. through Thursday. Ifyou do not receive a copy arry ouny xenson Calendar of Events j The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: August 21 - Farm Chemical Storage Open House, 1-4 p.m., Carl Huhn’s Farm, St. Johns. August 22 - Turfgrass Field Day, 8:30 a.m., MSU Hancock Turfgrass Research Center - must pre-register - cost $10. August 24 - Summerfest/4-H Kite Making, 1 p.m., Fish Hat­ chery Park, Hastings. August 24 - Summerfest/4-H Fishing Clinic and Contest, 8 a.m., Fish Hatchery Park, Hastings. August 28 - Post Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. Miscellaneous (‘Does not include Commerce Mower) TROWBRIDGE'S Auto Parts & Service center 130 S. Main, Vermontville Phone — 726-0569' OPEN Monday-Friday 7 to 7; Saturday 8 to 5 ALONE & SINGLE? Free brochure. Date-Mates Inc., Box 2080-AF5, Decatur, IL 62524-2080; 1-800/345-MATE. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051. National Ads AUTOMOBILES BAD CREDIT OKAY *88-’91 models, guaranteed approval, no down payment, 1-800-233-8286, 24 hours. POSTAL JOBS $11.41 to $14.90/hour. For exam and application information call 1-800-552-3995 ext. 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A few householders started their sales on Friday, anticipating Saturday's overcast skies and sudden afternoon thundershowers. 90 Gallon Karl Service Available Fassett Body Shop Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. • PHONE • (517) 7260319 726-0319 — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS LANDFILL : 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 Discount for Cash Claims .90rner ^9 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1991 — Page 9 Maple Valley Athletic Boosters working to build all-weather track by Todd Tubergen Sports Editor Athletic programs that are as successful as the Maple Valley program has been over recent years depend on a great many variables. It takes dedicated athletes, devoted parents, excellent coaching and the unending support of the community at large. One other key segment that is often overlooked is the contribution of athletic booster clubs. The Maple Valley boosters have been an integral part of that success. Over the past few years, the boosters have contributed to new facilities such as a volleyball system, pads on the football goal posts and a lighting system at the Fuller Street school field. The project that is commanding most of the club's attention these days is a track fund. Booster officials hope to fund a new all-weather track as soon as possible, to replace the existing cinder track encircling the football field. "I've talked with other area schools that replaced their old cinder tracks with all-weather tracks, and they say that injury totals have dropped right off," said booster president Rick Spitzer. "Particularly shin splints. Cinder tracks also cost approximately $3,000 per year to maintain.. The new tracks cost next to nothing." Booster officials have raised over $10,000 since the fund was established about eight months ago. Estimates on a new track range from $80,000 to $175,000. Spitzer said the goal the club has set is $100,000. No specific timetable exists for reaching that goal. Booster officials, echoing the sentiment of area residents, insist that they would like to see a new track in place as soon as possible. In order to attain their goal, the club has been, and will continue to be hard at work organizing fund-raising activities. Included in those activities is a weekly bingo game, held Thursdays at 6 p.m. at the high school. "The hardest part about the bingo game is finding enough volunteers to operate it," Spitzer said. "We do have some devoted workers, but we need other people to get involved." Other upcoming events include a chicken barbeque coinciding with the Sept. 6 home football opener against Fowler. The feast will be set up near the football field, but people not attending the game are welcomed to stop by to eat. It will run from 4-7 p.m. The booster club is getting some assistance from the Maple Valley Band Boosters that day as well. They will donate 50% of all profits from their concession stand to the track fund. Another organization, The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters are busy raising funds for a new all-weather track, to replace the current cinder track at the Fuller Street School field. Booster officials estimate that they are about 10 percent to their established goal of $100,000. The boosters meet on participation. the Lions Club, is also the third Monday of every lending a hand. The club Private donations to the month. Spritzer said that track fund may be sent to: has donated the use of it's they welcome input from Maple Valley Track Fund, snow cone trailer at community members and 527 S. Main, various events, including encourage their the Vermontville Syrup Vermontville. Festival, the county fair, and the upcoming Harvest Festival. The boosters recieve roughly half of all proceeds, a total that has amounted to approximately 10% of the current fund total to date. Spritzer said that people on^^Fe shouldn't get the $0 50 one per doz. ^^Fea. impression that the boosters are operating with Assorted Colors • Cash & Carry the sole purpose of funding the new track. "The track fund is our largest project, but we are 107 North Main Street, Nashville ■■■ A Phone — 852-2050 LZJ working with other sports as well," he said. "We also spite of a very hectic WE DELIVER fund the printing of fall 9 a.m. to 5 p.trt. Daily schedule, this past June one of and winter sports our former members, Karris programs. True, returned so she could Carnation SPECIAL Maple Valley Varsity Club adopts a highway, cleanup set for Aug. 23 AMt With the 1991-92 school year fast approaching, former and present members of Maple Valley’s Varsity Club met recently to discuss ways they could help the communi­ ty. Out of this meeting came the decision that the club would adopt a highway. “Tim Smith approached us with the idea and information on adopting a highway,” said parent advisor Larry Filter. “We held a meeting of former and current members and decided that we wanted to take on this activity so we could thank the community for all the support they’ve shown us in the past.” Groups that adopt a highway agree to clean a two mile stretch of road three or four times a year. The area assigned to Maple Valley’s Varsity Club will be the sec­ tion of M66 between Maple Grove Road and M79. “We plan to meet on Fri­ day, Aug. 23 at 5 p.m.,” said Filter, “and work until nopn on the road. After that, there’ll be a pizza party for everyone who helped.” “Students at the school help the Varsity Club by attending dances we’ve sponsored and members of the community support us by coming to events such as our donkey basketball game,” said Willis Rugg, former member of the club. “It is through this sup­ port the club can raise money and offer scholarships to members who attend college.” “The Varsity Club recognizes those athletes who don’t necessarily make a lot of touchdowns or game-winning baskets,” said Andy True, former Treasurer for the Club. “It gives all varsity athletes a good feeing about themselves.” “These kids are very special,” said Filter. “They stay active all year long and most don’t have a lot of time to give. But they wanted to find a way to let the communi­ ty know that they appreciate the continued support. In present the 1991 scholarships for the Varsity Club. I believe she summed up best what the club is all about when she said that in order to be a member of the varsity club you don’t have to be the fastest, make the most baskets, or set any records. Varsity club members are outgoing, friendly, dependable, and are always there to lend a helping hand. They have a positive at­ titude and keep going whether they’re finishing in first place or last.” All former and current club members, family, or friends who would like to help the Varsity Club with this project are urged to contact either Larry Filter at 852-1878 or Vicki Weiler at 726-1118. COB0 Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. uc. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • VA” 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 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing August 22,, 1991 at 7:00 p.m. .. in the council chambers to receive public input on the following proposed amendment to Ordinance 10-9-86. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 10-9-86, AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE STORAGE OF DIS­ MANTLED, PARTIALLY DISMANTLED OR INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLES, BOATS, MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT OR PARTS THEREOF. The Village of Nashville ordains: Section 1. Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10-9-86 is amended to read as follows: Section 3. Nuisance and Abatement. Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu planned Wednesday, Aug. 21 Cottage cheese plate, slice of cheese, tomato, carrot, Mapes Family Florist celery, roll, peaches. Thursday, Aug. 22 Veal and gravy, Italian blend, parsley potato, bread, cookie. Friday, Aug. 23 Macaroni and cheese, beets, broccoli, pudding. Monday, Aug. 26 Swiss steak with gravy, parsley potatoes, spinach, bread, fresh fruit. Tuesday, Aug. 27 Tuna pasta casserole, orien­ tal blend, carrots, fruit. Events Wednesday, Aug. 21 Nashville, blood pressure; Delton, Singalong with Margaret Reid. Thursday, Aug. 22 Nashville, Bingo. Friday, Aug. 23 Nashville, popcorn. Monday, Aug. 26 Hastings, bingo and popcorn; Delton, slides by Anna Cairns. Tuesday, Aug. 27 - All sites puzzles. In addition to any penalty imposed for a violation of this Or­ dinance, the presence of a dismantled, partially dismantled, or inoperable motor vehicle, boat, machinery, or equipment, or any parts thereof, on any platted or unplatted parcel of land in violation of this Ordinance is declared to be a public nuisance subject to summary abatement by a restraining order or injunction issued by a court of competent jurisdiction. Additionally, the Village may seek an order permitting it to enter onto land in violation of this Ordinance to abate the nuisance and to apply any costs incurred as a lien on the land. Section 2. Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10-9-86 is amended to read as follows: Section 4. Penalties. Any person who violates this Ordinance shall, upon convic­ tion, be penalized as provided by a fine up to five hundred dollars ($500), the imposition of court costs, imprisonment of up to ninety (90) days in jail or a combination of these penalties. Every day that such violation shall continue shall constitute a separte and distinct violation of this Ordinance. Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect 20 days after its adoption. Section 4. The Village Clerk shall publish this Ordinance in a newspaper of general circulation in the Village of Nashville within 15 days after its adoption. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1991 — Farnsworth replaces Rivest as M.V. athletic director Bill Farnsworth, 29, currently of Greenville, has replaced Bill Rivest as the Maple Valley Athletic Direc tor/Assistant Principal. Rivest resigned recently to accept a position in the Petoskey Public School System. Farnsworth comes to Maple Valley Schools from the Lakeview school system,* where he held a teaching position for the past three years. He also coached varsity track, jayvee football and middle school basketball in the Montcalm County school system. Prior to arriving at Lakeview, Farnsworth taught for two years in Colton, California and also at Oak Park, in suburban Detroit Farnsworth recieved his degree in education at Central Michigan University in Mt. Pleasant, where he returned to complete his Masters in Educational Administration. A native of Marysville in suburban Port Huron, Farnsworth was a standout in hockey, baseball, basketball and football while in high school. He was voted Marysville's most valuable athlete as a senior. Farnsworth, who travelled on an all-star hockey squad on a tour of Canada, said he has been involved in sports his entire life. He added that he is pleased with what he has seen at Maple Valley thus far. "The people I've met have been great," he said. "They have a real colseknit community here. People seem to genuinely care about what goes on in the school system. The parents really get involved with their kids." Farnsworth is currently making the long drive from Greenville, but said he is looking forward to moving into the Maple Valley school district. His wife, Shirley, recently was hired in the Hastings School System as a school psychologist. "I hope to be established as a community leader here a soon as possible," he said. "I'm very impressed with the coaches here at Maple Valley. They are extremely hard workers, and that will make my job much easier." Besides the obvious task of getting used to his new surroundings, Farnsworth Lions prepare for Sept. 6 opener Maple Valley football players work on blocking under the scrunizing eye of head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt. Practice for the Sept. 6 home opener said he hoped to settle the problem ofMaple Valley's membership in the S.M.A.A., which is currently down to four members with the departure of Pennfield and Bronson. He also would like to see more athletics at the middle school level. "Personally, I would like to see more middle school sports," he said. "I'd like to try to get as against Fowler began this week. The Lions will be gunning for their fourth trip to the state playoffs in the past five years. many kids participating as possible." Farnsworth was quick to praise the efforts of Rivest. "It's really nice stepping into a well-established position," he said. "Bill (Rivest) and his predecessors have really done a great job. I just hope to carry on o the tradition." Livestock exhibitors do well at Eaton County 4-H Fair Kids and animals, what bet­ ter combination is there? Sheep, hogs, beef and dairy cattle, rabbits, chickens, Insulate Now With CertainTeed. Get A Free Polaroid8 Instant Camera. Buy 10 or more bags of CertainTeed Fiber Glass Building Insulation (3%" thick R-13 or greater) and you can get a free Polaroid* instant camera. Offer good through October 13,1991. See store display for details. turkeys, goats, horses, cats Williams, Bellevue and dogs were all shown at the Traildusters. 1991 Eaton County 4-H Fair, Western Pleasure - Grade, July 21-27. Reserve Champion, Scott The rewards of selecting, Williams, Bellevue caring for, taking the respon- Traildusters. sibility of, and showing an Walk-Trot Pleasure 12 animal project are numerous. and under, Emily Cerny, Kids have to make a commit­ Maple Valley Riders; 13 and ment to feeding, grooming, over, Becky Robertson, training and caring for the Bellevue Traildusters. animal. Walk-Trot Equitation - 12 The local award winners in and under, Emily Cereny, each division are: Maple Valley Riders; 13 and Horse Judging - Fitting and over, Becky Robertson, Showmanship Reserve Bellevue Traildusters. Champion, Kristen Heinze, Horsmanship Grade Circle C Riders; Grade Horses, Reserve Champion, Horses, Reserve Champion Scott Williams, Bellevue Christine Graham, Bellevue Traildusters. English Equita­ Traildusters. Halter - tions, Champion, Melissa Registered Quarter Horse, Melvin, Maple Valley Riders. Reserve Champion, Cora Ann Flag Race Winner - Chad Kosbar, Sunny Crest Riders; Archer, Circle C Riders, 13 Registered Horses, Color and over; Dan Rugg, Bellevue Breeds, Reserve Champion, Traildusters, 12 and under. Dawn Vander Vlucht, Maple Pony II Judging - Grand Valley Riders; Grade Horses, Champion Fitting and Reserve Champion, Scott Showmanship, Jamie Rugg, Bellevue Traildusters; Grand Champion Western Pleasure, Jamie Rugg, Bellevue Traildusters. Pony I & II Judging - Pony Bareback Equitation, Jamie Rugg, Bellevue Traildusters. State Show Pony Selection Jamie Rugg, Bellevue Traildusters. State Show Horse Selection - Scott Williams, Bellevue Traildusters; Melissa Robert­ son, Bellevue Traildusters; Cheryl Conkey, Maple Valley Riders. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE Palmer named Independent Bank Corporation director HOMETOWN: u LUMBER YARD 219 SOUTH STREET, NASHVILLE V/SA .MaitarCard] 852-0882 Charles A. Palmer, an Associate Professor of Law at the Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, has been named to the board of direc­ tors ofIndependent Bank Cor­ poration, the Ionia-based bank holding company. Palmer has been a full-time member of the Cooley Law School faculty since 1988. For the previous 17 years, he was in the private practice of law in the Lansing area. Following graduation from the University of Michigan Law School in 1970, he serv­ ed in the United States Army Reserve as a military judge in the Judge Advocate General Corps. Originally from the Leslie area, Palmer has served as a director for the parent com­ pany’s subsidiary bank, In- dependent Bank South Michigan, which is head­ quartered in Leslie, sicne 1978. He is a graduate of Leslie High School and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Palmer, still reside in Leslie. 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of ... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies. Serving our Country Arthur C. Drake Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Arthur C. Drake, a 1971 graduate of Maple Valley High School, recently reported for duty aboard the aircraft carrier USS In­ dependence, homeported in San Diego. He joined the Navy in Oc­ tober 1971. (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1991 — Page 11 Thunderstorm fails to foil Harvest Festival activities Nashville scouts were among the parade marchers. ”,t latent '■* iuitkWmi * n Im® ^1,,! Mllia-fo , tea Epii fa ■’f Btafota' J-:* Ink Iik. Hint Meh. id® b afeltata m l • Jaffa Bn । in fomBste KL'ri iHk Iktes MM MCtfoW'k b Mb by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Nashville’s 1991 Harvest Festival was rated a success by organizers despite a brief but heavy thunderstorm that struck shortly after 2 p.m. Saturday. Many of the scheduled ac­ tivities already had taken place. The firemen’s water­ ball contest, set to start at 2 p.m., went on as planned, despite the deluge. There were, however, few spec­ tators present for that event. One event curtailed by rain was the arts and craft show on Maple Street. Vendors were forced to hurriedly cover their tables with tarps, but winds that accompanied the cloud­ burst made it difficult to keep protectivie coverings in place. Many subsequently closed down for the day, said Mary Ohler, festival committee member in charge of the show. “We had a lot of business before the rain came,” said Ohler. “There was more traf­ fic on Maple Street than we had last year on the ball field (site of the 1990 arts and crafts show).” Though the weather cleared, a hot-air balloon ascension set for 7 p.m. by Hastings Balloon Port had to be canceled due to winds. Dave Mace, Nashville Chamber of Commerce presi­ dent, said pilot Mark Bartram notified him of the cancella­ tion earlier in the evening. He explained he could not con­ duct the flight if there were storms within 60 miles of the launch site. The afternoon storm scarce­ ly affected activities at the en­ campment of the Muzzleloaders, said local organizer Hank Felder Jr. He said the group was just com- pleting their canoe shoot com­ petition on the Thornapple River when the deluge hit. Most festival activities came off smoothly before the storm, though light precipita­ tion early Saturday gave a foretaste of things to come. The celebration started at 7 a.m. when the wail of the Nashville Fire Department siren alerted village residents that the serving of pancakes and sausage had begun at the station. Local firemen and their wives continued to serve until 1 p.m., staged the fund­ raiser again on Sunday, and sold more than 250 meals. Softball competition on the Riverside Recreational field began Saturday morning, but some afternoon games had to be postponed until Sunday. The clothesline art show started at 9 a.m. in Central Park. There, Beverly Beardslee of Hastings took first Handicapped horseback riding volunteers nneded for program Volunteers are needed by the Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association for horseback riding for the handicapped. Since 1974, people from 4-H, the horse industry, in­ termediate school districts and community organizations have worked together throughout Michigan to develop community-based 4-H Horseback Riding for Handicapped programs. To­ day, there are over 40 suc­ cessful programs in Michigan. The Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association (ESRVA) program, like other HRH programs, does not of­ fer pony rides to participants. The program is designed to Varsity Coats for area schools GIRLS AND GUYS ORDER NOW... for Hastings, Middleville, Lakewood and Maple Valley • Lay-a-way for Christmas • Monogram • Chenille’ Script ALL WOOL or LEATHER styles available starting at s85 Cnercies Inc. hone 948-2848 teach horsemanship as well as riding skills. The riding pro­ vides physical benefits in the form of movement, aerobic exercise, and improved balance, coordination and muscle tone. Opportunities for social and emotional growth and fun are provided by riding and stable manage­ ment classes. Volunteers are the lifeblood of Horseback Riding for the Handicapped programs. Volunters are needed to act as “side walkers” (helping students to balance on the horse), to lead horses, to help trailer horses, and to help staff child care provided for volunteers, working in .the arena. The ESRVA program takes place in the arena behind the Eatonlntermediate/Meadowview School, 1790 East Packard Highway, Charlotte. Volunteers are needed for Tuesdays, Sept. 10 through Oct. 29 from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. Individuals may volunteer for all or part of the day. Free child care is provided. Orientation day (to learn what to do) is on Sept. 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m, No ex­ perience is necessary. For more information, call Dorothy 627-8888 or Jodi 543-6526. A painting outlining her family tree was exhibited by local artist Eunice Priddy at the show in Central Park. The work presently includes miniature portraits of 16 of her Higdon-Bell ancestors painted from old photos. She has traced 15 generations of the Higdon family and will add more faces as pictures are found. place for her “White Cat” portrait; Deidra Bryans of Nashville, second for her “Muzzleloader” picture; and Shirley Imhoff of Vermont­ ville, third for her “Sand Dune” painting. Also displayed in the park Continued on next page START WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS Whether you're shopping for better digs, bigger office space or a newer mode of transportation, count on the Classifieds to take the legwork out of the race! And when you've got something to sell, an ad in the Classifieds can put you in the lead at a price so small that anyone can afford to be a sport. So next time you want to get the job done, team up with the Classifieds...and save your running shoes for the gym! 945-9554 �Riding in the antique fire engine was Nashville Fire Chief Doug Yarger, grand marshal of the parade. With him is his wife, Mariebelle. Driving the truck is Earl Wilson, assistant chief An appearance by the Maple Valley Senior High Band was a crowd-pleaser. The Nashville Lions Club was represented, with members riding in a '/vagon. Bikes decorated by kids added color to the parade. ME OF AKIM ■ Only the John Deere forage harvester offers a feature package that includes the Dura-Drum” cutterhead with 40 knives ■ Pull-type 3950 for up to 150-hp tractors, 3970 for up to 190 hp. Choose heads to match your crops. \JOHN OEERtJ AT WORK" 0% Financing Rate Available /MX liwwilhit THORNAPPLE VALLEY Kill 1690 Bedford Rd. (M-37, Hastings • 945-9526 From previous page was a full-size replica of an antique carousel horse recent­ ly completed by Ahmo Jordan of Nashville. He also showed a second horse currently under way. The horses are carved of basswood and col­ ored with paints specially mixed for authenticity. Names of the 1991 Harvest King and Queen were reveal­ ed at 10 a.m. at the staging area near Mace Pharmacy. Jack DeGroot of Good Time Pizza was crowned king and Pam Thomason, representing Clay’s Dinner Bell, was crowned as queen. “It’s official, Jack has the ugliest legs in Nashville, Michigan,” quipped Duska Brumm, contest chairperson, as she announced the winners. In the race, men were judg­ ed on appearance of their legs while the women competed along more traditional lines. Ballots were cast by depositing penny votes in canisters placed at the various sponsoring business places. Running a close second in the race were Mike Lawrence and Kerrie Bollinger, both of C’s Place. Brumm said there was only $3 to $5 difference between the winning can­ didates and the runners-up. The total of $616.98 raised in the contest will help defray costs of the annual festival. “The queen (candidates) always get more votes than the guys do,” said Brumm. “The girls brought in a lot more money.” Winners of a kids’ bike decorating contest were an­ nounced just before the cor­ onation. The bikers later join­ ed the parade which stepped off at 11 a.m. from Putnam Park. The king, queen and court comprised of other con­ testants, were featured in the march. While the parade apparently pleased spectators, chairper­ son Ruth Beardslee expressed disappointment that many of the units slated to appear fail­ ed to show up, perhaps due to the threat of rain. A crowd-pleasing perfor­ mance by the Maple Valley High School Band, under direction of Dennis Vanderhoef, was highlighted as they paused at Central Park for a special rendition of “Voices That Care.” The local VFW color guard that led the parade also par­ ticipated in this tribute to veterans of the recent Persian Gulf War. Kids’ games and a chalk art contest at Putnam Publie Library were completed before the rains came, and proved to be popular events. “There was quite a good turnout and the kids seemed to have a good time,” said Rose Heaton, who with Bonnie White co-chaired the games. All participants were awarded new Harvest Festival T-shirts that were left over from a celebration sponsored by the Riverside Recreational Development Corp, about a Continued on next page— "Here Comes The Bride,” Kristi Mead, 4, who was a hit in the children's bike decorating contest. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. August ^20, 1991 — Page 13 Her portrait of a white cat earned Bev Beardslee of Hastings first prize at the art show. Theda and Ken Gardner were among the folks who ate pancakes and sausage at the firemen's fund-raiser at the Nashville fire station. From previous page— decade ago. Friends of Putnam Public Library netted more than S100 in an all-day fund-raising book sale. The Harvest Festival ended Saturday evening with free acts at the downtown staging area. A team of young gym­ nasts, led by Mary Hay. per­ formed a routine and local musicians entertained the crowd. The seventh annual Nashville Muzzleloaders' Rendezvous was a three-day affair, running from Friday through Sunday. “Everybody had a good time,” said Felder. He reported 65 participants in Saturday’s shooting com­ petition. There were 36 camp­ sites in the encampment, where life of the late 1700s and early 1800s was re­ enacted by participants por­ traying trappers, traders or voyagers. Many of the men were accompanied by their wives and children, with near­ ly everyone attired in period costumes. There also were several craftsmen showing trades of that era: blacksmithing, basket-weaving, tailoring, etc. Lone Bear 'N Bubbles Inc., Dogs and their handlers, members of 4-H K-9 Klub of Barry County, were in the parade line-up. "Indians" and their parade. a couple from Estherville, Iowa, made their first stop at a Nashville encampment en route to a show near Mid­ dlesex, N.Y. They travel to frontier shows across the U.S., selling period clothing they turn out on an antique sewing machine. Among the Continued on next page— It' a girl GIRL, Bom Aug. 11 at 2:10 a.m. to Steven and Sharon Elzinga, 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, weighing 6 lbs., 8 ozs. Grandparents are Lorena Fedewa of Nashville, Robert and Micki of New York and Richard and Jan Baxter of Kalamazoo. School Lunch Menus Fuller St. School menu planned Tuesday, Aug. 27 Tuna Sandwich, Green Beans, Peaches. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Hot dog/bun, tator rounds, pear. Thursday, Aug. 29 Pizza, Mixed Veg., Applesauce. Friday, Aug. 30 Hamburgers/Bun, Carrots, Fruit Mix, Pudding. NO SALDADS THIS WEEK. NOTE: A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. M.V. Jr-Sr. High Lunch menu set Tables of arts and crafts vendors lined Maple Street and attracted the attention of festival-goers. Maple Leaf Grange to meet The Maple Leaf Grange will hold its regular meeting Friday, Aug. 23 at the Grange Hall. A potluck supper is at 6:30 p.m. The Jr. Grange will give a program on Isrial. Plan to attend. Tuesday, Aug. 27 ♦Salad, ♦Chicken patty/bun, *Com dog, green beans, pears, no salad bar. Wednesda, Aug. 28 ♦Salad, ’Hot dog/bun, ♦Fishwich/bun, french fries, mixed fruit. Thursday, Aug. 29 ♦Salad, *Hamburger/bun, ♦Cheeseburger/bun, corn, fresh fruit, no salad bar. Friday, Aug. 30 ♦Salad, ♦Pizza, peas, applesauce. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. A bread item is offered with all salads. ponies added interest to the King and Queen of the 1991 Nashville Harvest Festival were Jack DeGroot, of Good Time Pizza, and Pam Thomason, representing Clay's Dinner Bell. The contest in which winners were selected by penny votes netted over $500 for festival activities. Harvest Festival contest winners— Chalk art contest Age 4 and under — Amanda Rumsey, 1st; Matthew Scramlin, 2nd. Age 5 & 6 —■ Amanda Scramlin, 1st; Mitchell Magoon, 2nd. Age 7 & 8 — Tim Rumsey, 1st; Daniel Mace, 2nd. Age 9 & 10 — Kristen Frith, 1st; Micehelle Jewell, 2nd. Bike decorating contest Age 3 to 5 — Dusty Mead, 1st; Kristy Mead, 2nd. Age 6 to 9 — Lauren Hansbarger, 1st; Ryan Mead, 2nd. Age 10 to 13 — Casey Hansbarger, 1st. Sack race Age 6 and under — Jessilyn Dunkelberger, 1st; Laura Beardslee, 2nd; Kyle Lesage, 3rd. Age 7 to 12 — Emily Gould, 1st; Lauren Hansbarger 2nd; Casey Hansbarger, 3rd. my Koi and Mandy McLeod, 2nd; Lauren Hansbarger and Kimberly Knoll, 3rd. Broom Toss Age 6 and under Cole Hansbarger, 1st (26 fit. 4 in.); James Frith, 2nd (18 ft.); Spencer Heaton, 3rd (16 ft. 7 in.). Age 7 to 12 Josh Oleson, 1st (49 ft. 10 in.); Jerrod Cousins, 2nd (45 ft. 1 in.); Ben Covert, 3rd (40 ft.). Bale toss David Mater, 1st; Tom Lesage, 2nd; Bob Perry, 3rd. Needle-in-the-haystack Age 6 and under — Kyle Lesage, 1st; Jessilyn Dunkelberger, 2nd; Alicia Phillips, 3rd. Age Age 77 to to 12 12 — Corie Augustine,, 1st; 1st; Casey Hansbarger, 2nd; Ben Covert, 3rd. Age 13 and over — David Mater, 1st; Brenda Ashcraft, 2nd, Becky France, 3rd. Three-legged race Firemen’s waterball contest Age 6 and under — Jessilyn Men’s teams — Lansing, and Lee Ann Dunkelberger, 1st; Nashville No. 1, 2nd; 1st; Tiffany Thomas and Nashville No. 2, 3rd; Laura Beardslee, 2nd; Kyle Woodland, 4th. and Josh Lesage, 3rd. Women’s teams Age 7 to 12 — Kristen Frith Nashville, 1st; Woodland, and Lacey Planck, 1st; Tam-2nd. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1991 — Page 14 Robert Mason of Gladwin, son of Ben Mason of Nashville, portraying a "free trapper" of the early 1800s, visits with the Medicine Man, Mell Warner of Hastings, near the latter's lodge (tee-pee) at the Nashville Rendezvous. Mason is president of Pine River Long Riflemen of Midland. YOUR COMPANY CAN BENEFIT FROM PRE-SCREENED INTERVIEWS WITH ... JOBLINE HERE’S HOW IT WORKS: A job seeker sees the following ad in one of our papers ... Allan Fryer (I.) of Howell and Jim Stidham of Ham­ burg, chat while waiting to enter the canoe shoot competition on the Thornapple River. This was their first visit to the Nashville Rendezvous. From previous page— members of the host club, the Fork River Free Trappers, favorite pieces are men’s said Felder. trousers, featuring a sixFork River is an early name button drop front. Cotton is a of the Thomapple, which popular fabric. flows adjacent to the ‘Cotton was more elite than Nashville encampment site. linen,” noted Lone Bear. Sunday offered mostly sun­ ‘‘Linen had been around for years and years (before ny skies for Rendezvous activities. cotton).”, A new event at the Harvest Robert Mason of Gladwin, who grew up in Nashville and Festival this year was the soft­ is president of the Pine River ball tourney arranged by Duska and Bob Brumm. Mace Long Riflemen of Midland, observed that a poor man of credits the games with keep­ that era usually had to wear ing festival-goers in town Saturday afternoon. buckskins. “The ball teams helped “They were not the prefer­ red things but they were the tremendously,” he said. “We most available,” explained had better attendance than last year, when we lost so many Mason. He and most of the other spectators after the parade.” Nashville’s business district participants in such frontier events have researched many was brightened for the festive aspects of the era they weekend, thanks to Jeanette Norquist of Mar-Jean Anti­ portray. “Almost all of us are ques. She offered the use of amateur historians,” said her collection ofcolorful flags for the lamp posts lining Main Mason. 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C.'.lurch .<?* --- HASTINGS, P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) ...a localpaper oftoday! The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 • No. 5 — Tuesday. August 27, 1991 Principal's resignation sparks school board debate Maplewood. by Susan Hinckley elementaries in Nashville. “I have been spread too Doozan has been hired by Staff Writer thin to be effective,” said The resignation of Doozan in his letter of the Lakewood district, said Parks, and until a suitable Maplewood Elementary Prin­ resignation, read to the board replacement can be found, he cipal David Doozan last Mon­ by Supt. Ozzie Parks. The will share his time between day rekindled a contining Vermontville elementary that school and Maplewood. school board concern over principal noted that his Parks said the Lakewood distribution of administrative predecessor, Bill Christensen, board approved the arrange­ duties. had suffered two heart attacks ment. He estimates it will take Doozan, who last year was while holding the post. about a month to fill the slot. called an “outstanding In the letter Doozan stressed “In the meantime, Mrs. educator” by a visiting col­ the need for a principal at each Potter will be in contact with lege professor, cited the Maple Valley school building. the (Maplewood) building (in strenuous workload currently Nancy Potter now handles Doozan’s absence),” said put on the principal of both Fuller and Kellogg Parks. He recommended a new policy in which each elementary building would have a designated lead teacher in charge during the absence of a principal. There is a par­ ticular need at Nashville because of Potter’s dual role. “This is a better alternative, not a perfect one,” noted Parks. He explained that probably the lead teacher only occa­ sionally would be called from his or her classroom to act on administrative matters. He said the school secretary could handle most situations, but Compensation for the pro­ would consult the designated posed post would have to be teacher when the need arose worked out in negotiations (for discipline problems, with the Maple Valley Educaparental consultation, etc.). See resignation, page 3 Temporary solution reached for Jacob West case; local help sought by committee by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter It appears.the Jacob West will be able to start school this week, along with his sisters and all the other youngsters who ride the big yellow bus he has so long admired. The 5-year-old temporarily will be accompanied to the Young Fives program at Nashville’s Fuller Elementary by a registered nurse who has been a primary care provider for the tracheostomy­ dependent lad in the West home. The Maple Valley Board of Education OK’d this arrange­ ment last Monday when it ap- proved a $16 per hour rate for the RN through Sept. 9. She must ride the bus to and from school with Jacob and stay with him in the classroom. The boy requires frequent air­ way suctioning, administra­ tion of oxygen and occasional breathing treatments. Attempts to hire a qualified health care specialist in the board-established parameters of $6 to $12 per hour have failed. A prospective employee who had been ap­ proved later declined to accept the job because of other com­ mitments. He lived at Burlington. “One of our problems is that this is a part-time job,” will receive about two weeks said Supt. Ozzie Parks. He of orientation, depending noted that most of the ap­ upon his or her base line plicants live outside the area medical skills. and do not wish to commute Parks said he hopes to find a for the post — estimated to be qualified individual in the area four hours per day for 180 who is willing to accept the days. A committee comprised job. The medical aide must of school officials and Jacob’s ride the bus to and from mother, Lori West, have spent school with Jacob, meeting several weeks interviewing before and after the ride with applicants. Mrs. West for an exchange of “The committee does not information about the child’s feel there is a candidate current medical status. The presently qualified for this aide must also stay with Jacob position,” added Parks. during his classroom hours. The applicant need not be a “We would certainly like to nurse, but could be an hear from anyone in the area emergency medical techni­ See West Case, page 2 cian. The selected candidate The resignation of Maplewood Elementary principal David Doozan has caused the Maple Valley school board to take a closer look at the work load placed on administrators. In this file photo, Doozan is seen last fall when he was the praised by William Hart, Michigan's 1988 College Professor of the Year, as "an outstanding educator —- a blessing to (the Maple Valley) community." Community mourns loss of 'Mr. Nashville* Harold Christiansen is remembered in Nashville for the civic contriubtions he made through dedicated volunteerism in his "retirement" years. He is seen here last August with his dog, "Suky," after he was selected as grand marshal of the 1990 Harvest Festival parade. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The death of Harold Chris­ tiansen last week was mourn­ ed by his fellow Nashvillians and others whose lives he had touched. A dedicated but unassuming man, Christiansen’s longtime volunteerism had earned him a special place in hearts ofthe Nashville community. Services were held Thurs­ day at the local Church of the Nazarene for Christiansen, who would have been 88 Sept. 11. He died Monday at Pen­ nock Hospital after a long illness. Besides serving a total of seven years as president of Nashville from 1968-82, Christiansen maintained a volunteer schedule through his retirement years that would have tired a man half his age. He was a life member ofthe Maple Leaf Grange (where he had served as Grange master and had a hand in planning their new building in 1947); had been involved with the Boy Scouts of America since age 13; was a member of the Nashville Chamber of Com­ merce; and a life member of the Nashville Lions Club, an organization that honored him in May for his service to the organization and the community. To many people, Harold Christiansen was the fellow who each spring was always found boiling sap at the sugar shanty in Putnam Park — often into the wee hours ofthe morning — for Nashville’s maple syrup project. “Many years we boiled 24 hours, day and night,” recall­ ed Christiansen in an inver­ view last August. In 1966 he was one ofthree local men who- volunteered to take over the task rather than see the long-standing com­ munity fund-raiser scraped. That started his quarter­ century association with the project, now run under auspices of the Nashville Syrup Association, which he later headed. Despite his fail­ ing health he was on hand for boiling at the shanty this past spring. Inside the park’s restored pump house his portrait — painted as a surprise tribute — appears in a mural depicting old time sap collection. To others, Christiansen was the solitary figure seen raking leaves each fall at Putnam Park — or doing a myriad of other volunteer jobs there — usually in the company of his small dog. Still others saw him as Nashville’s “Johnny Ap­ pleseed,” planting young new saplings up and down the village’s residential streets to replace the century-old maples that had begun to die. Thanks to Christiansen, many future generations of Nashvillians will enjoy sheltering summer shade and the opportunity for continued maple syrup production. Christiansen was president of Nashville when the village marked its centennial in 1969. He was elected for three con­ secutive one-year terms, star­ ting in 1968, and ten years later began a second stint in that post, serving two con­ secutive two-year terms com­ mencing in 1978. It was dur­ ing his second period of ser­ vice that Nashville’s new waterworks system was constructed. Christiansen was bom in the Yankee Springs area near Hastings, and attended the rural Gregory School on Cam­ pground Road. Before moving to Nashville in 1952 he had See Village mourns, page 2 In This Issue... • School year gets underway in Maple Valley • Carl’s Market to help local recycler • Nashville Council debates junk ordinance • Fall sports preview offered �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1991 — Page 2 Village TROUmS d6dthy farmed at Bellevue and later lived in'Kalamazoo. where he worked for the Farm Bureau. After he came to Nashville he was employed 14 years at the car seal division of Viking Corp, in Hastings, retiring in 1967. For nine years Christiansen also was a local businessman. He and his second wife, the former Marie (Elliston) Jarrard opened The Diner in 1965 in the building that now houses Nashville’s council chambers. She passed away two years later, but Harold kept the restaurant going until 1974. He married the former Josephine Morgan, a waitress at The Diner, and together they built a new home on Philadelphia Street. She died in 1984 in an auto accident en route to her job in Grand Rapids. After that, Harold liv­ ed alone with his Pomeranian “Suky.” The two were a familiar sight around town as the dog accompanied him everywhere he went in his pickup truck. Christiansen spent his spare time gardening. The beautiful flowers he raised were shared with others through the bou­ quets he generously presented Elsie Wolever to head St. Jude Bike-A-Thon St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has an­ nounced that Elsie Wolever has agreed to be coordinator of the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Bike-AThon in Nashville and Ver­ montville Sept. 21. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital was found­ ed by entertainer Danny Thomas. The institution open­ ed its doors to the public in 1962 to combat catastrophic diseases that afflict children. St. Jude Hospital is non­ sectarian, non-discriminatory and provides total medical care to all patients. At St. Jude, scientists and physicians are working sideby-side seeking not only a bet­ ter means of treatment, but also the causes, cures and prevention of these terrible killers. All findings and infor­ mation gained at the Hospital are shared freely with doctors West case gets solution, continued from front page and hospitals all over the world. Children who have leukemia, Hodgkin’s disease, sickle-cell anemia and other child-killing diseases now have a better chance to live. The Bike-A-Thon program this year is dedicated to Brooke Simon, a 6-year-old solid tumor patient at St. Jude. Brooke developed a malig­ nant tumor in her abdomen, and after surgery, was treated with Radiation and chemotherapy. She has now been taken off all therapy and is in remission (no sign of the disease). Although she isn’t cured of her cancer yet, as long as she has people helping her through the Bike-A-Thon program, there is always hope. Brooke is a living ex­ ample of the successful research, patient care and educational programs of this internationally recognized Hospital. (who can fill the post),” said Parks. “It doesn’t appear that we will get anyone from out­ side the area because it is a part-time position.” Parks said the committee has always had the financial interests of the district in mind, with a goal of hiring “the best possible person for the lowest possible price.” Under current law, Jacob and other “medically fragile” children are entitled to attend classes in the “least restrictive environment,” which gives parents the option of choosing a local school system instead of an intermediate school district where such children have been educated in the past. The West case is a precendent-setter in the Maple Valley area. While the school district had three other “special needs” children in classes last school year, these students required only per­ sonal care aides — not atten­ dance by a medical specialist. School Board President Harold Stewart explained his position before casting the lone dissenting vote against hiring the temporary RN to at­ tend Jacob. “We set the parameters for financing, and we could have found someone,” said Stewart. “Personally I can’t see why Mrs. West couldn’t have come in (to school with Jacob) until someone was found.” West and her husband, Steven, have been trained in medical care oftheir son. She said at the meeting that while she would be willing to ac­ company her son at school she did not feel it would be the best thing for Jacob. At its Sept. 9 meeting the board will reconsider the to staffs at village hall, the post office and bank. A caller at his home in flower season was sure to leave with a bunch of gladiolus or other showy blossoms in hand. “I like flowers,” said Christiansen, in an August 1990 interview with The Maple Valley News. “I always have.” He also raised vegetables, and knew how to can them. He had learned to keep house as a child because his mother was ill. Woodworking was another hobby. His talent is seen in a card table he presented last Jaunary to Putnam Public Library. It took Christiansen 25 years to complete the inlaid table top comprised of an en­ tire deck of wooden playing cards in an original design. Each piece was individually cut on a jigsaw and inlaid in a wooden “card” in which cor­ responding openings has been cut. Delicate eyebrows on the face ofa queen, eyes no larger than the head of a pin — all these and more attest to the patience and diligence of the man who will be remembered as “Mr. Nashville.” Nelson Brumm, another longtime local volunteer who worked closely with Chris­ tiansen in the syrup project as a fellow Lion, said Harold was a “good honest Christian man who was always thinking of everyone else,” and who believed that everyone else also was honest. Brumm called him a depen­ dable, hard worker who was concerned about the future of the community syrup project. “He always worried about who would take over when we were gone,” said Brumm. INSURANCE Taxpayers in the Maple Valley district will notice a reduction in school taxes when they receive their township tax notices this winter, because indebtedness on the district’s junior-senior high school will be paid off in May. At their meeting last Mon­ day, the school board approv­ ed the final and lowest annual tax levy for retirement ofthat debt. The amount was set at Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Church Schedules VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass ..........9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ ... 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study...6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 1 a.m. Evening Service .......6 p.m. > Wednesday: Prayer Meeting ........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR 09625735 METHODIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School.. 10:00 a.m. Worship............... 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . 10 a.m. Church Service 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sun. School........ 9:45 A.M. Service ........ 11 P.M. Service ............ 7 Wed. Service............. 7 North State, Nashville A.M. Worship . .9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service Jacob West is expected to start school on schedule this week at Nashville's Fuller Street Elementary, following action last week by the Maple Valley Board of Education. In this May file photo, Jacob is seen charming Maple Valley seventh graders who had staged a benefit sale for him. He was facinated by TV equipment in the classroom and the big yellow school buses outside. West case, hoping by then that a suitable candidate for the medical aide post will have been found. Also at Monday’s meeting, the board established a com­ mittee to study file handling of issues relating to students with special needs. Appointed to the committee were Mark Dennis of the Eaton In­ termediate School District; Beverly Black, special educa­ tion coordinator; Harold Stewart, board president; Lynn Mengyan, board treasurer; and Lori West, parent. Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School debt to be paid off in May Home, Auto*, Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH from front page 9:30 a.m. REV. RICHARD YOUNG 304 Phillips St., Nashville a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... 1 1 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship .................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER .04 mills, down from 1.35 mills last year. “People will have a lower tax rate totally,” noted Supt. Ozzie Parks. He explained that every year since the school was built in. 1965 the board has had to set an amount of millage levy to pay off the bonded in­ debtedness on the project. As the debt has decreased, so has the annual tax levy. “Interest is heavy up PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 1:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE front,” explained Parks, com­ paring it to a home mortgage. The balance to be paid off by May 1992 is $91,575, plus about $500 in settlement costs, said Parks. Vermontville Garden Club cancels flower show Because of illness and “the aging process,” the Vermont­ ville Garden Club has cancel­ ed its annual flower show. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ....... 10 a.m. A.M. Service ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service .............. 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School .......11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. August 27, 1991 — Page 3 Resignation of principal sparks school board debate, p J" «*mi; d L" h pa. I 1J5 bn Htta^t Sijt BilWW ta ID i «ta » toaito sM Ktrfu* klM fcs^'3 ni I 1W* ! !»** lit l u jja* jjl^..JI* W* 8f H USl^X tional Association. “This is not the best thing for our kids,” said Trustee Bonnie Leep. “But it seems to be the only solution at this time.” Trustee David Tuckey recalled a July discussion in which the board agreed that there is a need to hire a third principal. Board President Harold Stewart said hiring a third principal is a good idea, “but there is not enough money in this school system to address the problem.” He said addi­ tional revenue would be needed. Tuckey then suggested hir­ ing a substitute principal for Maplewood until Doozan’s replacement is named. High school teacher John Hughes, who heads the MVEA bargaining unit, said he has some “real reserva­ tions” about the lead teacher plan. He said it is best to get someone as principal at Maplewood “as soon as possible.” Parks responded, “We should take our time and do it right.” “1 don't like to think of our Maplewood school being run by the secretary,” said Board Vice President John Krolik. “I don’t feel confident with any of the solutions (offered) so far. But the clock is ticking.” Stewart concluded that it was the consensus of the board to let the administration handle the situation for now. A meeting will be held with negotiators for the teachers’ union to work out details of the lead teacher plan. Doozan also expressed the board’s regrets at losing Doozan, whom he said “has done an excellent job in the Maple Valley area.” Doozan was an elementary teacher in the local school system for 10 years before becoming principal at Maplewood six years ago. His wife, Sue, is a teacher at Fuller Elementary School. In other personnel matters Monday, the board: — Accepted the resignation of part-time Maplewood special education teacher Lisa Talon, and hired Janice Gaubatz of Charlotte for that post and Janice Haag of Lans­ ing for pre-primary teacher at Maplewood. Both will work part-time. — Accepted the resignation of Cynthia Gutchess, fifth­ sixth grade combination teacher at Maplewood, and replaced her with Lori Bunker, formerly Chapter I reading teacher there. Gut­ chess has accepted a position with the Hastings school district. — Accepted the resignation of Kellogg fifth grade teacher Jamie Johnson and agreed to post the vacancy for applica­ tions. Johnson will teach in the Battle Creek area. — Hired Rose Cemy as high school English teacher to replace Susan Steffel, who resigned last month. — Hired Rebecca Heide of Lakewood as first-grade teacher at Fuller to replace Holly Rivest, who resigned in July. — Approved Sue Doozan, Chapter I teacher at Fuller, as Chapter I director. — Approved Denise Scramlin’s transfer from assistant cook at Fuller Elementary to assistant cook at the high school, and placed Patsy Semrau, of the high school kitchen staff, in the post at Fuller vacated by Scramlin. "Hiring a third principal is a good idea, but there is not enough money in this school system to address the problem, additional revenue would be needed. ” Harold Stewart, Board President — Approved several coaching positions recommended by Athletic Director William Farnsworth. — Accepted the resignation of Phil LaFluer who will retire Sept. 20 after 18 years of service. — Agreed to hire a registered at $16 per hour as a temporary medical aide to ac­ company Jacob West to school through Sept. 9, when the board will reconsider the case. (See related story in this issue.) In other action Monday, the board accepted bids by Lans­ ing Dairy and Schafer Bakery as milk and bread suppliers, respectively, for the hot lunch program for the 1991-92 school year. The board also approved retaining the same hot lunch prices as last year: elementary students, $1; Jr.-Sr. high students, $1.10; adults, $.160; reduced student lunches, 40 cents. Lois Gardner, head cook at the high school, said, “Maple Valley lunch prices are the lowest of any school districts around us.” Parks said lunch prices may have to be raised in the future, after the board has an oppor­ tunity to review recent audit data on the budget. The total Maple Valley hot lunch pro­ gram costs about $200,000 annually. The need for replacing out­ dated equipment in school kit­ chens surfaced in Monday’s discussion. The high school is still using a dishwasher that was a second-hand unit when it was placed in the then-new school in 1965. Monday, the board also agreed to put up for bids five old school buses, all 1978 or ’79 models, as well as an old metal storage building on the Fuller Street athletic field. The structure had recently been cited by a neighbor as a home to destructive wood­ chucks. After an inspection, Parks concurred. The initial complaint had been sent to the Nashville Village Council, and was forwarded to the school board. Next month’s regular school board meeting, Sept. 9, will be held at Maplewood school in Vermontville. The continued from front page board will tour the building starting at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Subsequent monthly meetings will be held at Fuller Elemen­ tary (Oct. 14) and Kellogg school (Nov. 11) in an attempt to enhance attendance and to showcase the various buildings. Normally, all regular school board meetings are held in the the central of­ fice building, just east of the high school. We Now Have MYLAR & LATEX BALLOONS \\ for all $ OCCASIONS Just arrived ... Maple Valley Balloons Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville IPhone — 852-2050 E DELIVER 9 a.tn. to 5 p.m. Daily When you’re ready to turn your sand castle into something more concrete ... Come to the bank with the people who sincerely want to help! We have helped several generations of mid-Michigan families buy and build homes for 54 years. Eaton Federal Bank FDIC INSURED FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1991 — Page 4 Nashville schools opening, Kalamo accidents top local news in 1927 known Kalamo farmer, was escaped serious injury and perhaps a horrible death on severly burned on the hands, Wednesday of last week, legs and about the body Wednesday morning of last when attacked by an angry School would resume on Sept. 6 in Nashville in 1927. That year, a newlyweek, when a blazing pan of bull. Mr. Klont and two ofhis adopted policy allowed 4-year-olds who would be five by the end of December to roofing preparation overturn­ sons, one age 13, and the start kindergarten. Classes for all grades, K-12, were held in this 1902 building ed as he was carrying it out of other 17, were attacked by Schools open Sept. 6 (seen here in the 1920s). the house. their large 2-year-old Holstein According to an announce­ Mr. Barnes and Haz bull when they tried to drive — (Barnes District) Simon ment printed elsewhere in this from an infection of the teeth, of his lunch room and billiard Feighner were recoating the him into the bam. Schram and family, Harry issue, the Nashville public which gradually sapped his and card parlor. steel roof on the former’s Mr. Klont and sons were school will open Tuesday strength and finally brought — The Consumers Power Hunter and Mr. and Mrs. house, and as the preparation drawing oats out of the field morning, Sept. 6. on the fatal heart attack.. Company is placing poles this Frank Reynard attended the was rather stiff, Mr. Barnes arid on looking toward the The high school, which is The funeral will be held at week along Cemetery Street, auto races at the Ionia fair had taken it into the house and bam discovered that the bull on the accredited list (Univer­ the Maple Grove M. E. preparatory to lighting the Saturday. placed it on the kitchen stove had broken out of the bam. — (South Castleton) sity of Michigan) for another Church Thursday at 2:30 street. to warm up. After placing the The animal had never shown Solomon Varney was at period of two years, offers an o’clock, conducted by Rev. — Miss June Brown return ­ pan on the stove, Clinton went any signs of evil disposition, academic course equal to that Willitts. Interment will be in ed home the latter part of the Homer Rowlader’s Saturday, out doors for a few minutes, but when they approached him of much larger schools, and a the Wilcox Cemetery. week from a 10 days’ visit where he purchased his seed and on hearing the screams of with the forks they had in their splendid corps of teachers has with relatives in Detroit, and a rye for fall sowing...Ray his wife rushed back into the hands it enraged him and he McKelvey reunion held been engaged to supervise the Perkins and Forest Everts, motor trip to Niagara Falls. house to find that the tar had made a mad rush for the Thursday, Aug. 18, was the school work for the coming — Mr. and Mrs. Amos formerly ofthis vicinity, have caught fire and the entire younger boy. year. This year it has been annual McKelvey family Wenger and daughters gone into the restaurant Mr. Klont realized what reunion. decided to accept children in lower rooms of the house ap­ Margaret and Bernice, return­ business in Charlotte. was about to happen, jumped Fifty persons partook of the ed Saturday night from a trip the kindergarten who will be 5 parently were all on fire. — (Lakeview) Miss Mag­ Clinton grabbed a shovel between the animal and his years old on or before Dec. potluck dinner at Willard to the Soo and other points of gie Gillespie visited relatives and ran into the kitchen, got son in order to save his life. 31, 1927. Park, Goguac Lake, Battle interest in the north. here Friday. She will leave The angry bull knocked Mr. (The announcement by the the shovel underneath the pan Creek. After dinner a short — Mrs. George Lovell and this week for Boston, where and started for the door, but in Klont to the ground, then see ­ school board appearing on meeting was held. grandson Frank Wolf left she will visit her brother and Page 3 of The News included his haste he ran into the side of ing the lad running toward the Members who have their Monday for Florida, the other relatives, returning to bam rushed after him, leaving winter homes in the south told the following comments: “On the door and tipped the boiling her home in Fivemiletown* Mr. Klont lying on the ground of their trip last winter, and former going south to settle up Ireland, in September. account of limited facilites, hot blazing contents over his some business matters per ­ hands and clothing. Clinin a dazed condition, the result something of what they knew we cannot offer anything but — (Smokey Road) Owen ofhaving struck his head on a of the conditions during and taining to the estate ofthe late an academic course...We are ton’s hands were burned so and Merle Varney, William George Lovell. badly that it was necessary to in the fall. The older stone proud of the following corps following the storm at Miami, — A small blaze Schantz and the Cogsell boy, seeing his chance, dragg­ Fla. of teachers who will have come to the office of Dr. C. originating from a gasoline children spent Sunday at K. Brown and have them ed his father into the bam to charge of your school for the Communications were stove called the fire depart­ Reed’s Lake, Grand Rapids. safety. coming year: Mr. Devereaux, dressed. At present he is read. Lyman Briggs of ment to the home of — (West Vermontville) unable to use them even for The Klonts then mounted Washington, D. C., a grand­ Supt.; Mrs. Ireland, Prin­ Postmaster Surine Monday Mr. and Mrs. Ed Purchis are the slightest task, and we horses and it was nearly two cipal; Mrs. Hallenbeck, son of James McKelvey, one having a furnace in­ hours before they finally got of the pioneers of Maple evening, but the fire was well English; Mr. Vandenberg, understand that he has to de­ stalled. . .Miss Esther under control when the truck pend on the good wife for his the bull back into his stall. As Grove Township, invented the Languages; Mr. Struble, arrived, and was extinquished Shepherd had her tonsils daily meals. soon as the animal entered the compass that guided Col. Science and Math; Mrs. Roe, The fire caused from the bam he became as quiet as a Charles Lindberg safely before much damage had been removed Thursday at Hall’s Music and Art; Miss Memorial hospital, Drs. done. burning preparation did con ­ kitten, but Pete says that fool across the Atlantic Ocean. VanHorn, 7th and 8th Grades; — Rev. J. S. Slininger and Brown and McLaughlin siderable damage to the bull isn ’ t going to get a chance Miss Voorhis, Assistant At the business meeting wife of Detroit called at the attending. 4-5-6; Miss Ostroth, 5th and decorations and contents of to have so many personal Elwin Nash and Effa Dean home of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. — (Striker District) The the lower rooms, and it was liberties while he owns him. 6th; Mrs. Parks, 3rd and 4th; were re-elected president and Betts and H. C. Zuschnitt Fri­ Ladies’ Aid of the U.B. only after brisk work on the The animal is a valuable Mrs. Butler, 2nd; Miss secretary for the coming year. day, on their way home from Church was entertained by full-blooded Holstein, with a The rest of the afternoon was Parmelee, Kindergarten and part of Mr. Feighner and others that the house was sav ­ high butter production record spent in visiting, bathing and a camping trip in the northern Mesdames Sarah Ickes and 1st; Mrs. Greta Bean, as part of the state. Rev. Slin- Lenora Striker last Wednes­ attached to his credentials. In playing quoits. assistant teacher when need- ed. Fire seemed to ignite in all inger was a pastor of the day. Although everyone is so the rooms at the same time, the inixup, Pete received two ed...School house and The next reunion is to be Evangelical church here 33 busy, a fair crowd was out to evidently the fumes of the cracked ribs and several grounds will be taken care of held at Mary Lane Park, Mar­ years ago. enjoy a most bountiful dinner. bruises on his face and head. by Mr. Sackett, who has given heating coal tar paint had tin’s Lake, Assyria. — (South Maple Grove) — Miss Elizabeth Endsley penetrated every nook and very efficient service the past and had exploded John Bell passes away spent from Wednesday until Mrs. Harvey Cheesman is Barnes School reunion held year...We anticipate a very corner John Bell, respected Maple Saturday in Ann' Arbor, visit- suffering with infected teeth, A jolly crowd numbering successful school year and ex­ simultaneously. Grove farmer, passed away at ng her father, Fred Endsley, and had to have her gums around 75 met at Pine Lake, tend a hearty welcome to all Kalamo man narrowly his home near the Branch at the hospital. Mr. Endsley’s lanced twice. south ofOlivet, Sunday, Aug. rural pupils to be with us.”) escapes death school house Monday, from 21. — (Maple Grove Center) condition is about the same, Kalamo fanner suffers pain­ Peter Klont, a farmer living myocarditis. and it is feared that he will Mr. and Mrs. Earl Merkle left The forenoon was spent in ful burns in Kalamo Township, can Mr. Bell had been in poor renewing old acquaintances have to be taken to the Mayo Monday morning for their Clinton Barnes, a well thank his lucky stars that he health all summer, suffering and talking over the old school Bros, hospital in Rochester, new home at Beebe, where they will run a store. Minn. days, when the little Barnes — (Greggs Crossing) Mr. — Friday Chris Marshall school house used to seat from went to Grand Rapids on and Mrs. Sam Smith and 80 to more than 100 pupils, business and was accom­ children spent Friday and and at one time employing panied by his wife, Mary Saturday at the Ionia fair. two teachers during the winter — (Castleton Center) Miller, Anna Hawblitzel and terms. Rose Minnich and spent a part Several from this A bountiful potluck dinner was enjoyed by all, after ofthe afternoon sightseeing in neighborhood attended the John Ball park. Ionia fair last week. which a business meeting was called. It was decided to make this reunion an annual affair. Next year the reunion will meet the third Sunday in August at Bennett Park, Charlotte. Everybody who has ever attended the Barnes School is invited to be Your insurance needs are ourspecialty present. You take care of your farm, and we’ll take care Officers were chosen as of your insurance needs. From protection forr your follows: President Charles farm and equipment, to cash-building life iinsurance Lundquist, Secretary Alice Pja,?s f°r Vour family and retirement, helping Gamble, assistant Secretary Michigan farm families is what we do best. Call today. Arlie Hough, Treasurer Allie Hill and Program Committee, Making your future more predictable Martha Moore, Edith Slout, Allie Hill and Luben Barnes. 109 N. Main — Nashville oigniseeing at John Ball Park was a highlight for a Nashville party visiting Local news Grand Rapids in 1927 This circa-1907 scene shows greenhouses at the popular — L. E. Prine is painting park where the main attraction today is a zoo and redecorating the interior The start of the 1927-28 school year in Nashville and two mishaps in the Kalamo area were among front-page stories in The Nashville News of August 25, 1927. Tobias-Mason Insurance Phone 517-852-2005 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1991 — Poge 5 Carl's Market to help Nashville's one-man recycler by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Kent Mead, Nashville’s No. 1 recycler, has gotten the help he needs to continue to keep tons of cardboard out of landfills. Last week, Jeanette Joseph of Carl’s Market an­ nounced that Kent has been in­ vited to deposit the cardboard he collects in the store’s box baler on a daily basis. “Just think of all the boxes that can stay out of the land­ fill,” noted Joseph. In addition, Carl’s Market will give Mead $100 annually to donate to his favorite chari­ ty, Cerebral Palsy Sports. Joseph said they made this offer in hopes that perhaps ten other merchants in town would each donate $10 per year to make up the balance of the approximately $200 that Mead had been raising an­ nually for the charity by his cardboard collection. A victim of cerebal palsy, ,ee*!Sb «s Maple Valley schools open for the 1991-92 year today, August 27. Classes for students in K-12 were to start W »«k kU this morning. Elementary students will begin classes at 8:10 a.m. and end at 2:42 p.m. High school School Lunch Menus 'kl« Fuller St. School Lunch Menu -took)h| Wednesday, Aug. 28 Hot dog/bun, tator rounds, pear. Thursday, Aug. 29 Pizza, mixed veg., applesauce. Friday, Aug. 30 Hamburgers/bun, carrots, fruit mix, pudding. Monday, Sept. 2 No School. Labor Day. Tuesday, Sept. 3 Mini-sub/bun, green beans, cherry sauce. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost, A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Milt Seta ml k pfe ttefa P , Wilit^i^ ■tof -(inVault Wj HMteta thi itil!ed...)liii Enk pH Sbepbd U io ta iltet imlHjiM gal (k CJ, ilfj. >ta Mwiil ftl h Sran ml ate -(ft KJ & Ita H i k W tow ata 1 ita feta Sh- lanftte’ite ite tapS^’i** (felMlftii* dsky risit- ulWtto^1 to»M J rill Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Aug. 28 ♦Salad, ♦♦Hot dog/bun, ♦Fishwich/bun, french fries, mixed fruit. Thursday, Aug. 29 ♦Salad, *Hamburger/bun, to *% % . <*£• ot j Maple Valley Athletic Boosters = = BINGO Z| ; MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.fi “ Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 Jj H mount, until it reached an estimated 5 to 8 tons stored on the premises. That is when the village council stepped in, hoping for a satifactory solu­ tion to a potential fire hazard. Ken Neil, owner of Hastings Sanitary Service, of­ fered to provide a free dump­ ster and to haul away the load free of charge, but said he could not also afford to com­ pensate Mead. Then the Josephs stepped in. Cardboard compacted into 600 lb. bales at Carl’s Market is hauled away free of charge by the Spartan company to its Grand Rapids warehouse before going to a recycler. This is a service provided to all Spartan stores in Michigan, said Jeanette Joseph. Everyone seems pleased with the solution. The Josephs have told Mead they will ac­ cept all the corrugated card­ board he now has stored at home plus all he collects in the future. Mead was shown how to use the baler and last week was busy hauling countless loads from his home on Mid­ dle Street to the store on Reed Street. Meanwhile, Village Clerk Rose Heaton was hoping to line up volunteers to help Mead move the stockpile. She said volunteers just a few days earlier had loaded up and trucked three tons to the Middleville recycler, but there was still a substantial supply to be moved from the Mead home to Carl’s Market. Mead said he is pleased with the offer by Carl’s Market. Hopefully, other local merchants whose card­ board he hauls, or some civic organization, will be inspired to underwrite the additional $100 he had previously earned from his recycling venture. School year opens today in Maple Valley « ** m JJ * ? 'llaa »bitkZlS* bitk ZlS tyt [j J’S tyt[j >J“ Mead is a familiar sight in Nashville. Day or night he can be seen pedaling his three­ wheeled Schwinn around town, doing his bit for the ecology. The project is no small mat­ ter. Working alone, in the last few years Mead had collected close to two tons of cardboard each month from local businesses and other locations around town, trucking it home on the back of his bike. Previously, he has relied on volunteers to periodically haul the collected material to a Middleville recycler where he received about $12* a ton which he in turn donated to cerebral palsy sports programs. But local volunteers who have trucked the cardboard to market have found that they spend more on gasoline than Mead realizes from the sale of the load. The cardboard stock at his home had begun to ♦Cheeseburger/bun, corn, fresh fruit, no salad bar. Friday, Aug. 30 ♦Salad, *Pizza, peas, applesauce. Monday, Sept. 2 Labor Day. No School. Tuesday, Sept. 3 ♦Salad, ^Spaghetti, ’Tuna Sandwich, green beans, peaches, roll and butter, no salad bar. NOTE: ♦Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Tuesday, Aug. 27 Com dogs, pickles, peas, mixed fruit. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Burritos, com, peanut but­ ter sandwich, applesauce. Thursday, Aug. 29 Chicken patties on bun, potato chips, peas, pears. Friday, Aug. 30 Ravolli, green beans, fruit, jelly sandwich. Monday, Sept. 2 No School. Labor Day. Tuesday, Sept. 3 Hot dog on bun, french fries, green beans, peaches. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. srHLETIC BOOSTERS September 6,1991 • 4-7 PM ONE HALF CHICKEN DINNER Baked Potato * Coffee or Tea * Coleslaw * Roll at Fuller Street School Cost: s3.00 students will begin classes at 8:20 a.m. and will be dismiss­ ed at 3:03 p.m. Buses will run on approximately the same time schedule as last year. Morning kindergarten will run from 8:10 a.m. until 10:50 a.m. Afternoon kindergarten begins at 11:50 a.m. and ends at 2:42 p.m. Fuller Street Elementary will handle Nashville area students in grades K-4th. Kellogg school is for Nashville area students in grades 5th and 6th. Maplewood elemetnary is for Vermontville area students in grades K-6th. Students in grades 7th - 12th will attend Maple Valley Jr.- Sr. High School. Additional details including information on the hot lunch program are included in a Maple Valley Schools Newsletter sent to all homes in the district last week. The newsletter also includes infor­ mation on community educa­ tion classes and program. Classes for students in the daytime adult education pro­ gram at the Nashville Learn­ ing Center will begin on September 9, and on September 16 for adults in the evening classes at Maple Valley High Jr.- Sr. High School. Adults may renroll in high school completion and enrich­ ment classes by calling the Community Education Office at 852-9275. New, expanded hours set at Putnam Library Putnam Public Library in Nashville has announced a change of schedule, effective Sept. 1, that will offer more convenient, expanded hours. The library will be open Monday and Wednesday from noon to 8 p.m.; Friday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The library will be clos­ ed all day Tuesday and Thursday. “We feel we can offer bet­ ter service (with the new schedule),” said Lorna Wilson, president of the Put­ nam Public Library Board. The decision to change the hours was made by the board after careful study. “We found that not many patrons were coining in after 8 p.m., and there were not many on Tuesday morning,” said Wilson. Under the old schedule the library had remained open un­ til 9 p. m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and was open from 10 a.m. ’til noon on Tuesdays. Another slow period was found late Saturday, so the hours there were shortened by one hour. The library will now be open a total of 30 hours per YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. week, up from 28 in the old schedule. Jeanette Joseph of Carl's Market greeted Kent Mead Thursday when he arrived with a bike load of cardboard for the store's box baler. 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Radiating out from the cen­ tral circle are blocks naming their 11 children, ten ofwhom survived to adulthood. Con­ necting blocks continue to fan out to list all successive generations for the next 100 years. Nyla set the centennial anniversary of her grand­ parents marriage - March 25, 1991 — as the cut-off date for births listed on the huge piece of work. Altogether, 204 people are named on the quilt, starting with the original couple. There are 11 in the second generation, 33 in the third, 72 in the fourth, 64 in the fifth, and three who were bom into the sixth generation before the century mark arrived. Also in­ cluded are spouses of the se­ cond generation and 10 youngsters who have become part of the family through adoption. An intricate system ofcolor coordinated fabric and quilting thread allows one to easily follow each birthline from start to finish. Small symbols, such as tiny crosses BACK TO SCHOOL Hair Care Made Easy! Tired of taming her wild hair? 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Surnames that entered the family by marriage are incorporated in special corner designs outside the central circle. (married Horace F. Conklin); Herman (married Johanna Dianich); Helen, who died as a infant; and Madeline (mar­ ried William D. Ellis). The two who are still living in addition to Doris are Irene (age 94, at Indianapolis) and Madeline (age 74, at Niles). Norm and Nyla Stanton took the quilt with them to a recent national reunion of the Stanton family at Stonington, Connecticut. The August 2-4 event was held at a home built in 1676 by Thomas Stanton, the first ofthe clan to come to America from England in 1635. Over 300 relatives had an opportunity to tour the home where Stanton’s descen­ dants still live. They also en­ joyed seeing the quilt that represents a branch of the Michigan Stantons. And members of that branch of the family also are very excited about Nyla’s quilt. All of the many local cousins who have seen it want photos. “They’re just crazy over it,” said Nyla. 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(VL-359) ON 10 ACRES - Toni’s Style Shop Business Services NEAR VERMONTVILLE NEW LISTING: “PANORAMIC VIEW’’ ■ 1979 “CHALET-STYLE’’ Nyla Stanton shows her recently-completed family circle quilt which lists a century of relatives descended from her maternal grandparents. Individual family lines are distinguish by color coordinated fabric and thread used in an origianl design. Pcdicuted to Buraxitif f c o$ ien 7(iinPtlG«l Tfome! 517-566-8141 y f —j (V _ j— ~Mapes -Ticliwi Chapel Sunfield, Michigan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1991 — Page 7 USSR's stability affects farm prices markets heavily, experts report Commodity futures prices with the Michigan Farm on the Chicago Board of Bureau. “Because the USSR Trade crashed this week on is such a big customer for our news ofthe coup in the USSR, farm products, futures prices but skyrocketed just as fast for com, wheat and soybeans when it appeared the coup had will be very sensitive to events collapsed. in that country.” “That just underlines the News of the coup raised fact that, more than ever serious questions about the before, America’s future of U.S. export credits agricultural economy has a and other food aid to the big stake in the stability ofthe Soviet Union, but Boehm said Soviet Union,” said bob it is clear that the Soviet Boehm, commodity specialist Union will continue to have to import food from foreign sup­ pliers, and he fully expects the United States to continue to be; a major supplier of commodities. “The Soviet Union is obligated under the 1991 long­ term grain agreement to pur­ chase a minimum of 10 million tons ofU.S. grain and oilseeds annually,” he said. Boehm said farmers will , have to continue to pay close attention to more than just supply and demand factors when they are making their marketing decisions. “World events, as we’ve seen the past few days, have a major impact on markets and prices. The Soviets are impor­ tant customers. To the extent that the United States is able to contribute to the stability of by her husband, Larry; two the Soviet Union, it will con­ sons, Brian and Steven of tribute to the stability of our Vermontville; mother, Edna own markets.” Seiler of Chicago; one sister, Sally Krefft of California; two brothers, Walter M. Seiler Jr. For Sale of Chicago, Daniel Seiler, BUILDING FOR SALE by the Fond DoLac, Wisconsin. Maple Valley Schools. Frame Funeral services will be held building w/metal siding. Suit2:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 27, able for a farm shed. Approx 10’ at the Pray Funeral Home with X15’. Will be sold to the highest Reverend Lester Degroot offi- bidder. Sealed bids will be ciating. Burial in Lakeview accepted until 3:00pm on TuesCemetery in Nashville. day, September 3, 1991 at the Obituaries ] Lorelei Laurel Ainsworth VERMONTVILLE - Lore­ lei Laurel Ainsworth, 46 of Vermontville, passed away Saturday, August 24, 1991. Mrs. Ainsworth was born in Cook County, Illinois, the daughter of Walter and Edna (Reisner) Seiler. She owned and operated The Western Pines Track And Square Dance Appearl Shop since 1978. She was active with Maple Valley Track Team and Junior Farmer 4-H Group. Mrs. Ainsworth is survived office of the superintendent, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermont­ ville, MI 49096._ Harold Benedict Christiansen 01992934 NASHVILLE Harold Benedict Christiansen, 87 of 330 Philadelphia Street, Nash­ ville passed away Monday, August 19, 1991 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Christiansen was bom September 1.1,1903 in Rutland Township, the son ofChristian Frederick and Anna (Benedict) Christiansen. He was raised in Rutland Township and attended Gregory Country School. He was married to Hazel Barnard in Hastings in June of 1926. She preceded him in death. He married Marie Ellis­ ton Jarrard on May 15, 1952. She preceded him in death March 13, 1967. He then married Josephine Eleanor Rose June 9, 1973 in Battle Creek. She preceded him in death December 6, 1984. He farmed most of his life and also worked at Tyden Manufactur­ ing Car Seal Division, Hast­ ings and owned and operated the Nashville Diner from 1968 to 1971. He was a member of the Nashville Church of the Nazarene, Nashville Chamber of Commerce, National Arbor Foundation, lifetime member ofthe Maple LeafGrange, life­ time member of the Nashville Lions and was recently honored for being Lion Tamer for twenty years. He was Village President during Nash­ ville’s Centennial in 1968, president of the Nashville Syrup Association for 25 years and active in Maple Syrup making for 30 years. He super­ vised Putnam Park for 20 Nationwide safety belt "blitz is working in Michigan, says Sheriff Eaton County Sheriff Ar­ thur Kelsey has announced preliminary results of “The Blitz,” a nationwide cam­ paign to increase safety belt use to 70 percent by 1992. According to the Office of Highway Safety and Planning safety belt use has increased from 56.5 percent (driver on­ ly) prior to Memorial Day, to 63.85 percent (driver only) after the July 4 “Blitz.” The Blitz has adopted a twoprong approach of education and enforcement. Michigan now has a secondary enforce­ ment saFety belt law that allows officers to ticket motorists for not buckling up. Officers are encouraged to en- Maple Valley FFA joins ‘no-till’ tour Aug. 21 Members of the Maple Valley F.F.A. attended a no­ till farming tour in Vermont­ ville Wednesday, Aug. 21. Those members attending were Jason Byington, Jack Cripe, Pat Kerby, Michelle Gidner, Don Kerby, Ben Ashley and Mark Poriffit. They helped with parking, setting up and registration. After the tour, they attended a pig roast, where the various no-till machinery was displayed. force this law. All police agencies in Eaton County are participating in the Blitz, which runs through Labor day. Officers will be handing out a “$50 bill” buckle-up reminder to each driver during a traffic stop. The oversized “$50 bills” have the message “It Pays to Buckle up” on one side and “It Could Cost You Dear­ ly.... Not to Buckle up’ ’ on the other. Kelsey reminds motorists, “Safety Belts help cure traffic deaths. Don’t ignore the cure buckle up”. Maple Valley ag teacher returns from conference Tate Forbush, agriscience educator at Maple Valley Schools, has returned from the 72nd annual Michigan Association of Agriscience Educators (MAAE) Technical Agricultural Workshop, in cooperation with the Michigan Occupational Education Association’s (MDEA) Superconference, Aug. 12-16. The purpose of the con­ ference each year is to update agriscience educators on technical aspects of the many diverse areas in agriscience and natural resources. Highlights of this year’s con­ ference included conferring honorary membership on Gov. John Engler, listening to Jack Laurie, president of Michigan Farm Bureau, speak at the conference banquet, and touring agricultural-related businesses and industries in West Michigan. Forbush also had the oppor­ tunity to participate in many technical sessions, including workshops dealing with hor­ ticulture, natural resources, leadership contests and FFA applications. Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes years, especially planting trees FORTRESS SCIENTIFIC he donated. He was involved in 655FS power wheel chair, Hoyer Brochures Boy Scouts since he was 13 lift. 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TUESDAY MONDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY Funeral services were held Government Science GED Preparation U.S. History Thursday, August 22 at the Office Update Writing Workshop Basic Math thru Algebra Word Processing, Nashville Church of the Basic Office Skills English Computer Science Beg.-Adv. Nazarene with Reverend Alan Electronic Typewriters Choice of: Reading Improvement Mettler officiating. Burial was Calculators Intro to Computers Woodworking & Furniture Dictaphone in Lakeview Cemetery. Appleworks Making „ New Office Procedures Computerized Accounting Memorial contributions Accounting Computerized Literacy may be made to the Harold B. Typing, Beg.-Adv. Welding & Machine Shop Christiansen Memorial Fund. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. MAPLE VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION High School Completion & Vocational Classes ENROLL NOW! Maple Valley Community Education THE WINNING TEAM Monday-Thursday 12 Noon to 8:00 P.M. • 852-9275 ASK ABOUT ... Vocational Classes offered through the Eaton Intermediate School District THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 ITIRPLE VRLKEY new^F ...a local paper oftoday! Lansing Community College Classes Offered at Maple Valiev Jr.-Sr. High School CREDIT HRS. COURSE N-BUS 100 College Typewriting1 N-BUS 101 College TypewritingII N-BUS 102 College TypewritingII N-BUS 104 College Gregg Shorthand I N-BUS 117 College Business Mathematics N-BUS 125 Business English N-WRI 121 Composition 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 TIME DAY 6:10-8:00 p.m. 6:10-8:00 p.m. 6:10-8:00 p.m. 6:10-8:00 p.m. 6:10-8:00 p.m. 6:10-8:00 p.m. 6:10-10:00 p.m. TTh TTh TTh TTh TTh TTh Th Tuition for LCC Classes s39.00 Per Credit Hour �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1991 — Page 8 Nashville council debates "junk"enforcement duties by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Whose responsibility is it to enforce Nashville’s zoning and “junk car” ordinances? That matter was a topic of lively discussion Thursday at the regular meeting of the village council. The question was presented to the panel by Sgt. Gene Kotje, acting police chief. He said that until the village enacted its junk car ordinance in 1986, enforcement of such viola­ tions was “always zoning business.” Since then the council has told the police department to handle it, he said. “I feel junk and zoning (en­ forcement) should go back to zoning (administration) since it is a civil case and not a criminal case covered by...statues of Michigan,” noted Koetje. He cited a heavy workload. “Our crime load is con­ stantly increasing. When I’m Basketweaving ends Vermontville craft series— As she begins weaving a basket, Linsey Krolik receives individualized attention from Paula Cole, longtime instructor at the local craft series. Basketweaving was the order of the day Tuesday, as children gathered in Vermont­ ville’s town park for the last of the 1991 series of craft programs. The weekly series is an an­ nual August offering by the local historical society. Tuesday, the youngsters learned to weave baskets under the guidance of rural Vermontville resident Paula Cole, an instructor at Country Stitches in Lansing. She has been weaving baskets for the past decade, and has taught the craft to children at the Vermontville sessions for about eight years. Other crafts learned by the local children over the years have included stencilling, rock painting, crocheting, em­ broidery, paper embossing, tie-dying and sponge-painting T-shirts. IF WE DIDN’T THINK WE COULD GIVE YOU THE FASTEST, MOST FLEXIBLE, COMPETITIVE RATE HOME MORTGAGE, WE WOULDN’T BE RUNNING THIS AD. dealing with crime I don’t have time to deal with junk cars and people's junk.” President Pro Tem Ted Spoelstra said he thinks or­ dinance enforcement is the responsibility of the police department. “How much time does it take to knock on the door or write a citation?” he asked, but later added: “I know Gene is busy. We could hire outside help if we had to.” Nashville’s zoning or­ dinance adopted in Sept. 1976, states in Section 18:03 that it is the duty ofthe zoning administrator to enforce pro­ visions of the law, one of which (Section 3:06) sets restrictions on outdoor storage and waste materials. That section reads, in part: “Waste materials shall not be allowed to accumulate on the premises in such manner as to be unsightly, constitute a fire hazard or contribute to un­ sanitary conditions.” The discussion initially sur­ faced at the council’s August 8 meeting when complaints were heard about an alleged violation at the Pete Symonds residence at 105 E. Sherman Street. The council asked Spoelstra, as head of the Police Committee, to instruct Koetje to contact Symonds about the problem. According to Village Presi­ dent Ray Hinckley, Koetje made the call but later told him that he believes enforce­ ment of the zoning ordinance is the responsibility of Zoning Administrator Tom Taylor, who received $1,500 annually for the part-time post. Village Clerk Rose Heaton said Taylor’s work primarily involves approval of applica­ tions for building permits issued by the county. “I don’t think we will get anyone for $125 a month to go out and cite people and take them to court (for junk viola­ tions),*’ said Heaton. Contacted Friday, Taylor said he was unaware of the Symonds case but said his policy has always been to first talk to the individuals to try to get a resolution. He said that, unlike the police, he does not have a book of formal tickets with which to issue citations. And, he added, he does not routinely tour the village look­ ing for violations. “Most of these things can be resolved with the people,” noted Taylor. He said per­ sonal contacts can be followed up with letters urging com­ pliance before court action is necessary. He said he is will- We Salute AMERICAN INDUSTRY Labor Day Styles-R-Us 852-1757 on... 224 Main, Nashville sylvia hoeve Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics ®tip IBank Dr. Michael Callton Hastings • Middleville • Bellevue • Nashville • Caledonia • Wayland as a volunteer. Ted Ohler of Maple Valley Concrete Pro­ ducts offered to furnish a bronze memorial plaque ordered by the council. — Heard a report by Spoelstra that plans for establishing a recyclables drop site at Carl’s Market are moving along on schedule. — Heard a report from Burd that repair work is need­ ed on the spillway at the Thor­ napple River dam to prevent damage to a nearby sewer line. He said engineering costs alone could run from $3 to $5 thousand. Trustee Richard Chaffee said the dam is a deteriment to the town, not only financially but because it creates a “swamp behind it.” He advocated allowing the river to return to its natural boundaries. The dam dates back to the early days ofNashville when it was needed to power a nearby grist mill. — Discussed but took no action on Jeff Beebe’s claim that the village’s right-of-way on the east-west alley south of his building at 103 N. Main (housing Dairy Delite) should be two feet less than the 12 ft. width the council agreed to earlier this summer. In May, Beebe protested that his pro­ perty had been encroahced upon when the Main Street entiyway to the alley was widen­ ed from 12 to 32 feet in the state repaving of M-66 last fall. Council had agreed to correct the encroachment when cement contractors are in town next month, but left things in limbo Thursday. Beebe claims his lot is short two feet acquired by his great­ grandfather in 1895 on the north side of what is now the Gribbin Block. He believes the missing two feet may have been encroached by the alley on the south. Hinckley told Beebe, “The burden ofproof is on you.” A recent survey hired by Beebe and shown to the council Thursday lists the alley width as 13 feet. NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER Fixed And Adjustable Rate Loans Available. Established 1886 ing to investigate any alleged violations, but noted that most require “a fair amount of in­ terpretation” of the ordinance.” As a compromise solution Thursday, Hinckley said he and Trustee Forrest Burd would canvass the town to list possible violators of the junk provision of the zoning or­ dinance. Offenders will first receive warning letters before citations are issued, said Hinckley. In other business related to “junk,” the council, after conducting a public hearing on the matter, adopted an amendment to the ordinance regulating storage of dismantled or inoperable motor vehicles, boats, machinery and equipment. Essentially, the amendment clarifies the village’s authority to seek a court order to enter onto property to effectuate compliance with the ordinance and to charge as a lien against the land any costs incurred in bringing it into compliance. In other matters Thursday, the council: — Read correspondence from the Nashville Planning Commission recommending against rental of the Scout Hall to a private party seeking it for a bait shop, and set a public hearing for 7 p.m. Sept. 12 on their plan to rezone from R-l to R-2 pro­ perty at 519 Sherman St., after the commission deadlocked in a tie-vote on the matter. — Approved a bid of $2.45 sq. ft. from Donald Britton of Hastings for sidewa” replace­ ment on Shermai. Street. Work is expected to begin in September on the project which is the first step in a long-range plan to replace deteriorating sidewalks throughout the village. — Expressed sorrow at the passing of former Village President Harold Chris­ tiansen, and decided to plant a tree in his memory near the Sugar Shanty in Putnam Park where he worked many years • • • • Therapeutic Muscle Massage Special Therapy Machines Gentle Manipulations Appointments Available Same Day NEW P ATI ENT SPECIALI I 1 Examination, X-Rays, ■ and Treatment BRING COUPON. K)REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES 9/31/91 EOU*t HOUSING OPPORTUNITY MEMBER FDIC 1 or? ,nsur^nces Accepted VpZnVblyl A w7ek Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 ! �, Nashville. Tuesday, August 27, 1991 — Page 9 The Maple Valley 219 Main Street, Nashville, Michigan *t*Sil'* >ss OPEN: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 852-0845 Legal Pads Crayola Crayons COLOR cmtoNS 3-Subject £s &&J! 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Last year, the Lions won the S.M.A.A. title, finished an undefeated regular season 9-0 and qualified for the state playoffs for the third time in four years. Once there, they blanked Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central 14-0 before falling to Muskegon Oakridge in the regional title game. But what a difference a year makes. Of the 22 starters on last year's squad, only three remain. Mittelstaedt must hope that last season's juniors learned how to win and that the talent off an 8­ 1 junior varsity team responds well to varsity competition if he hopes to post a winning season. "Right now, we're just hoping to win our opener," Mittelstaedt said. "We've got a scrimmage this week, so we will try to find some guys who can play some positions." The Lions will host Perry for a scrimmage Thursday at 6 p.m. Mittelstaedt said his team should begin to take shape then. He said that while his Lions are short on experience, he does see some talent. Leading Maple Valley this year will be Darrel Stine, who started both ways last year at offensive tackle and defensive end. He was also an all-state punter. The lone other regular from a year ago is defensive back Jeremy Reynolds. Mittelstaedt is looking at three quarterback prospects to replace the graduated Jason Hoefler, senior Derek Morawski andjuniors Greg Gam and Kale Dipert. The trio will split time until one steps forward and assumes command. The Lions also lost running backs Dan Franks, Ron Merrill and Jeff Moore. Mittelstaedt, however, points to the backfield as a possible strong point on his squad. "I feel like we have some talented running backs," he said. "The key will be the blocking up front. We do have above average team speed." Among those backs to choose from are Reynolds, Jason Byington, Nick Grinnage, Travis Norton and Tom Snyder. Aaron Patrick has also been moved into the backfield from last season's end position. Besides Stine, the offensive line will be led by guards Dan Finkler, Seth Kangas, Joel Butler, tackles Brent Stine and Mike Trowbridge and centers Scott Armour and Carl Mazurek. Mittelstaedt Maple Valley Varsity Football Fri., Sept. 6 Fri., Sept. 13 Fri., Sept. 20 Fri., Fri., Fri., Fri., Fri., Fri., Fowler Edwardsburg Parma Jackson Co. West St. Philip Olivet Baldwin Bellevue Hopkins Portland Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nov. 1 said his line will not be as big as it has been in past seasons. Only four Lions weigh in excess of 200 pounds. Defensively, Darrel Stine, Tony Eye, Dayton Walker and Matt Gates will be up front, with linebackers Kyle Neff, Jason Byington and Snyder behind them. Reynolds, Patrick, Brian Brandt and Steve Hopkins are competing for starting H A H 7:30 7:30 7:30 H A H A H A 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 7:30 jobs in the backfield. Stine will again handle the punting chores, while Butler and Brian Carpenter are competing for placekicking duties. In addition to an inexperienced team, the Maple Valley coaching staff also must deal with a rag-tag schedule, caused by the departure of Pennfield and Bronson from the S.M.A.A. Included in that schedule 1991 Maple Valley football team: Front Row-(left to right) Coach Gary St. Onge, Coach Don Roscoe, Derek Morawski, Scott English, Mgr. Trevor Wawiernia, Mgr. Don Kerby, Jerome Walliczek, Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt, Coach Mike Schneiderhan, Coach Marty Martin, Coach Wallace Clay. Second Row-Chris Harmon, Chris Cooley, Tom Snyder, Nick Grinnage, Greg Garn Kale Dipert, Mike Trowbridge, Tony Hansen, and Bryan Carpenter. Third Row- Brent Stine, Pat Kerby, Seth Kangas, Dan Finkler, Steve Hcpk’ns, Brett Flower, Carl Mazurek, Kyle Neff. Dustin Hass, Dayton Walker, Darrel Stine, Scott Armor, Shawn Weicht, Travis Norton, Jeremy Smith and Joel Butler. Fifth Row- Aaron Patrick, Tony Eye, Matt Gates, Jeremy reynolds, Brian Brandtm Shawn Scott, Grant Simpson, Jack Cripe. (Missing: Brian Dennis, Jason Byington) are three larger schools: Edwardsburg, which plays in the Wolverine conference alongside defending Class BB state champs, Jackson County Western and Portland. As for league schools, Mittelstaedt expects Olivet and St. Philip's to be highly competitive. The Lions open the season at home tin Sept 6 against traditional Class D power Fowler. Lion linksters 'tee off' season with tournament win The high school golf season teed off last week, and the Maple Valley team began on a positive note by winning the inaugural "Wayville" tournament, co-hosted by Middleville and Wayland. The Lions carded a collective 341 to trip runner-up South Christian and third-place Caledonia by six strokes for the trophy. The balanced Lion squad was paced by Kyle Booher's 84. Kirk Warner and Jeff Knoll had 85's, while Brice Hasselback shot 87. Maple Valley will be playing as an independent this season after Pennfield and Bronson left the S.M.A.A., leaving just four league schools. The Lions had won the league title seven of the last 10 years and were 12-5 overall in 1990. Only academic all-stater Ryan Rosen is missing Maple Valley Boys Gc Tues., Aug. 27 Wed., Aug. 28 Tues., Sept. 3 Mon., Sept. 9 Thurs., Sept. 12 Sat., Sept. 14 Tues., Sept. 17 Thurs., Sept. 19 Fri., Sept. 20 Mon., Sept. 23Thurs., Sept. 26 Tues., Oct. 1 Thurs., Oct. 3 Mon., Oct. 7 Wed., Oct. 9 Fri., Oct. 11 Springport Lakewood Pennfield St. Philip Ionia Clinton Co. Inv. Portland St. Pat. Eaton Rapids Byron Center Union City St. Philip Belding B.C.C.H.S. Saranac/ Middleville Hastings Regionals from last year's varsity lineup, so another successful season appears imminent. All-league selections Kyle Booher, Kirk Warner and Jeff Knoll are back, as do Chip Reese and Brice Hasselback, who also have varsity experience. Sophomores Justin Troon, Craig Hamilton and Brian Steward and a solid group of five freshmen provide depth for H A H H A A A H A H A A A H 4:00 4:00 4:00 4:00 400 8:30 4:30 4:00 4:15 400 4:00 4:00 8:00 4:00 H A 4:00 the Lions. Coach Mike Booher said that with no league title left to shoot for, the Lions have set their sights on a trip to the Class C state finals. Maple Valley was fifth in the last two regional meets, and only the top three qualify for the finals. Last year, the Lions' regional was the toughest in the state, with the first, second and fourth-place 1991 Maple Valley Golf team: Front Row (left to right) Rich Warra, Cory Hamilton Barry Brandt, Travis Graham, Andy Cole. Middle Row- Justin Troon Todd Guernsey, Craig Hamilton, Brian Steward, Kyle Booher. Back Row- Rick Little Chip Reese, Bnce Hasselback and Jeff Knoll. teams finishing ahead of them- "It's like any other sport," Booher said of his See Lion golfers, continued on page 12 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. August 27. 1991 — Page 11 Maple Valley Lion cross country teams looking for more runners Maple Valley cross country coach Gary Hamilton has a dilemma. He doesn't know if he’s got enough runners for a team. As of Thursday, he said he had only two boys on the team and five girls. He said he hoped to recruit some more before the season's scheduled opener Sept. 2 against Hastings and Ionia. The good news is that he does have several good runners among those on the squad, including state qualifiers Steve Ainsworth, Matt Bohen and Cheri Sessions. Other returnees for the girls are Spring Jabor and Michelle Gidner. New faces include Jenny Mittelstaedt and Alicia Golovich. Hamilton said that cross country will not be a league sport in the S.M.A.A. unless all four teams could field teams. Maple Valley Cross Country Mon., Sept. 2 Sat., Sept 7 Mon., Sept. 9 Thurs., Sept. 12 Sat., Sept. 14 Thurs., Sept. 19 Sat., Sept. 28 Tues., Oct. 1 Thurs., Oct. 3 Tues., Oct 8 Sat., Oct. 12 Tues., Oct. 15 Thurs., Oct. 17 Tues., Oct. 22 Sat., Oct. 26 Sat., Nov. 2 Hastings/lonia Barry Co. Open Middleville Saranac Olivet Invit. Chariotte/Portland Carson City Olivet Pennfield Bellevue Greater Lansing St. Philip Lakewood SMAA at Olivet Regionais State_____________ A A A H A A A A H H A A A A 4:30 10:00 4:30 4:45 9:00 5:00 5:00 5:00 5:00 4:30 4:30 Javor, Steve Ainsworth, Michelle Gidner, Jenny Mittelstaedt. 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Main, Nashville Phone 852-2005 Vermontville Phone 1-517-726-0330 Goodtime Pizza Maple Valley Chapel Dorothy’s Hair Salon 230 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-0940 119N. Main Nashville Ph. 852-1985or 852-1986 Genther Funeral Homes 204 N. Queen St. Nashville • 517-852-0840 265 W. Casgrove, Nashville Phone 852-9667 ■ Wolever’s Real Estate Musser Service Bob’s Service Shop 610 S. Wellman Rd. Nashville Phone 852-9377 Stanton Real Estate and Auctioneers $ 1 Ww B 1 H( menfwin The Ole Cookstove I Vy BW (Zy§T mpjp eIf/f■l 174 S. Main, Vermontville Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 7-3 Saturday 7-8 126 S. Main St. Nashville Phone 852-1501 160 S. Main Nashville Phone 852-9446 Mace Pharmacy 207 N- Main st* Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods Wheeler Marine Service Nashville Locker Service South M-66, Nashville Phone 852-9609 729 Durkee, Nashville Phone 852-9332 Eaton Federal Savings Bank Trowbridge’s Auto Parts & Service Center Nashville Phone 852-0845 233 N. Main Nashville Phone 852-0713 Toni’s Style Shop Mape’s Family Florist 111 N. Main Nashville Phone 852-9192 O’Dell’s Towing 24 Hr. Service 141 N. Main, Vermontville Ph. 726-1040 or 726-1009 Carl’s Super Market, Inc. 999 Reed St., Nashville Phone 852-1991 107 North Main St. Nashville Phone 852-2050 Citizen’s Elevator Company 870 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0514 Diana’s Place 10030 Thornapple Lk. Rd. Nashville Ph. 852-9481 109 S. Main Street Nashville Phone 852-1830 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 737 Sherman (7 Blocks E. of Main) Nashville - Phone 852-1910 White, Ford & New Holland Maple Valley Real Estate 227 N. Main St., Nashville 517-852-1915 or 852-1916 Main Street Vermontville & Nashville Ph. 726-0181 & 726-0555 Kent Oil Co. M-66 at South Village Limits, Nasvhille Phone 852-9210 219 S. State Nashville Phone 852-0882 Styles-R*Us Country Kettle Cafe State Farm Insurance — Ruth Hughes — 825 S. Hanover, Hastings Phone 948-8488 ffrlalW Hometown Lumber 130 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0569 224 Main, Nashville Ph. 852-1757 Zfi' West Side of Main St. Nashville Phone 852-1551 *) 1 �NLV, Lions cage team looks to replace lost seniors Last season, the Maple Valley girls basketball team was second in the S.M.A.A. with a 12-9 overall mark. But coach Jerry Reese lost eight seniors, including all-conference selection Anna Goodrich and three-year letter winner Tammy Ashley. Reese said that replacing the seniors will be the key to the Lions' success this fan. "This will be a rebuilding year," Reese said. "Hopefully we can develop into a very competitve squad." Maple Valley does return 5-5 Janet Boldrey, their leading scorer in 1990. The senior swingperson was a firstteam All-S.M.A.A. selection and averaged a dozen points per game. Also expecting to see alot of action this season are guards Sara DeGroot (5-5 senior), Stephanie Bouwens (5-5 sophomore), forward Jennifer Phenix (5- Maple Valley Girls Basketball 1991 Maple Valley girls varsity basketball team: Front Row-(left to right) Stephanie Bouwens, Holli Taylor, Leigh Stine, Janet Boldrey. Back Row- Coach Jerry Reese, Renee Rosin, Jennifer Phenix, Kelly Eastman, Mindy Shoup and Becky Corkwell. Prices for athletic events announced Prices for athletic events at Maple Valley for the EWING WELL DRILLING, INC, OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies school year 1990-91 are $3 for adults and $2 for students. A Maple Valley Family Athletic Pass is available for $70. It is good for the entire school year for all immediate family members at all home regular-season athletic events. Maple Valley Punch Card Passes are good for 20 regular season home athletic events, at a price of $40. Also, individuals working at least four school activities during the year recieve a pass to attend all athletic contests. Tues., Aug. 27 Thurs., Aug. 29 Thurs., Sept. 5 Sat., Sept. 7 Tues., Sept. 10 Thurs., Sept. 12 Thurs., Sept. 19 Mon., Sept. 23 Thurs., Sept. 26 Thurs., Oct. 3 Tues., Oct. 8 Wed., Oct. 9 Mon., Oct. 14 Tues., Oct. 15 Wed., Oct. 23 Tues., Oct. 29 Wed,, Oct 30 Fri., Nov. 8 Tues., Nov. 12 Fri., Nov. 15 Paw Paw Portland St. Pat Bath Invitational Bath invitational Galesburg/Augusta Athens Pennfield Galesburg/Augusta Pewamo West. Bath Lansing Christian St. Philip Bellevue Lansing Christian Olivet Lakewood St. Philip Bellevue Saranac Olivet A A A A H A A A H H H A H A H H H A H A 5:30 6:00 6:00 6:00 5:30 6:00 5:30 5:30 6:00 6:00 6:00 5:30 5:30 6:00 5:30 4:00 5:30 5:30 5:30 5:30 8 junior) and center Leigh Stine (5-9 senior). Also expected to contribute are guards Becky Corkwell, Renee Rosin, center Kelley Eastman and forwards Mindy Shoup and Holli Taylor. The schedule will not do the young Maple Valley team any favors, mostly due to the fact that Pennfield and Bronson joined other leagues. That gave Maple Valley an extra four non-league dates. "Our schedule of away games is tough early," Reese said. Maple Valley plays seven of it's first eight contests away from the Lion's den. Reese looks to Olivet to be the team to beat in the league, as the Eagles return most everybody from last year. He also added that St Philip will also be tough. The Lions open the season Thursday at Portland St. Patrick's. Their first home contest is Sept 10 against Galesburg Augusta. Maple Valley High Schools WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES MONDAY, AUGUST 26 OPENING DAY FOR TEACHERS! Welcome Back! TUESDAY, AUGUST 27 OPENING DAY FOR STUDENTS! Golf, Home, Springport, 4:30 p.m. Fresh. Girls Basketball, Home, Middleville, 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28 Golf, Away, Lakewood, 4:00 p.m. Cross Country, Away, Hastings/lonia, 4:30 p.m. THURSDAY, AUGUST 29 JV & Var. Girls Basketball, Away, Portland St. Pat, 6:00 p.m. J.V. & Var. Football Scrimmage, Home, Perry, 6:00 p.m. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 LABOR DAY — NO SCHOOL Barry County Commission on Aging menu, events planned (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Wednesday, Aug. 28 Quiche, baked beans, tomatoes, bread, cake. Thursday, Aug. 29 Spaghetti, mixed veggies, cauliflower, jello. Friday, Aug. 30 Get Your Antlerless Deer Permits at Vermontville Hardware — SPECIAL — Remington 20,16 & eA7Q 12 Gauge slugs _(«3.A9 — 1") We will be CLOSED Sunday Sept. 1 and Labor Day _____________ Sept. 2. Have a nice Holiday!_____________ Vermontville Hardware DOUG and JULIE DURKEE 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml Open Mon-Fri 8:30-6; Sat 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 726-1121 Swedish meatballs, asparagus, corn, bread, dessert. Monday, Sept. 2 Closed. Tuesday, Sept. 3 Chuck wagon steak, parsley potatoes, green beans, fruit. Events Wednesday, Aug. 28 Hastings, singalong with Margaret Reid. Thursday, Aug. 29 Nashville, Bingo. Friday, Aug. 30 Woodland, blood pressure; Nashville, popcorn. Monday, Sept. 2 - Closed. Tuesday, Sept. 3 - All sites puzzles. Gus Macker “Runners Up” named This area team took second place in the 18-team,14-under division at the recent Port Huron Gus Macker Tournament. Pictured standing are: (from left) Jay Hokansan of Vermontville and Pete Kellepourey of Nashville. Front Row- Wayne Moore of Vermontville, manager Andy Gordon of Nashville and Brian Hopkins of Vermontville. PROPANE GAS Lion golfers From page 10— squad's chances at reaching the state meet. "If you play well on that day, you can do it" One team the Lions won't have tp worry about is defending champion Calvin Christian, which moved up to Class B. Maple Valley will be host to Springport this afternoon at Mulberry Fore and travel to Lakewood tomorrow. For Refilling, Grills, Travel Trailers, Motor Homes & Etc. — No Home Delivery — Will be Closed Saturday, Aug. 31 For Labor Day Holiday KENT OIL COMPANY 735 Durkee (M-66), Nashville Phone 517-852-9210 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1991 — Page 13 After School Special" returns to Quimby church Schools around the area are back in session this week and a local church has once again decided to provide a weekly "special treat" for children in the area. Every Wednesday that school is in session, begin­ ning Sept. 4 through Memo­ rial Day 1992, the Quimby United Methodist Church will be open from 4 to 5:15 p.m. for children of all ages who want to come and have fun. The church is located on M-79, two miles east of M­ 37. The "After School Spe­ cial" started in November of last year and has always ex­ perienced good attendance by area school children as well as pre-school aged kids, said a church spokesperson. Members ofthe church are encouraged enough by the at­ tendance to offer the program for another school year. Snack time with nutri­ tional foods is part of the program, followed by stories, video tapes or special guests, crafts, singing and Bible drills. This year's sessions will be extended by 15 minutes to allow for extra music time. A puppet show for the children will be presented on Sept. 4. There is also a mu­ sical program being planned for the children to present at an open house to be sched­ uled for the parents. Other new plans include a monthly newsletter for the children and a birthday party on every fourth Wednesday ofthe each month. Some of last year's special guests included Santa, a ma­ gician, Jonah and clowns. This year promises to be as good or better. After children complete their crafts, they can take them home. Rita Lowell or­ ganizes the craft items with help from "Grandma's of the church.” The "After School Spe­ cial" is organized and super­ vised by Ruby Cairns. A qualified staff of volunteers are on hand to help. Several ladies from the church are af­ fectionately referred to as "Grandma" by the children. These ladies prepare, and sometimes provide, the snacks for the children as well as supervise crafts. The idea was first brought up out of concern for nearby children who, living in a ru­ ral area, do not have many interesting activities avail­ able to them. "This effort would be im­ possible if it were not for the many dedicated folks who have given their time to work with these kids, and the people who have donated snacks and the money neces­ sary to support this program have been great," said Pastor Jim Noggle. All children are welcome to attend and transportation can be arranged by calling the parish office, (517) 852­ 1993. That number may also be used to call for more in­ formation about any of the church's ministries. The church is located five miles from Hastings and five miles west ofNashville. "Grandmas" from the After School Special program include (front row, from left) Florence Ossenheimer, Kitty Ulanowski, Dorothy Castlein; (back) Pearl Lowell, Anna Cairns, Ovita Cruttenden, Viola Wilson and Sandy Mostellor. Not pictured are Rita Lowell and Ruby Cairns, (photo supplied) Vermontville native named industry's vice president marketing goals. Hokanson, after his 1965 graduation from the Kendall School of Design in Grand Rapids, spent four years with Selig Manufacturing Com­ pany in Leonminster, Mass., prior to joining American of Martinsville in 1969. He spent 19 years with American of Martinsville in various design positions, be- ing named vice-president of design in 1979. For the past three years, he has served as a merchandising manager and designer with the Lane Com­ pany’s Casegoods Division in Rocky Mount, N.C. Hokanson and his wife, Pat, live in Martinsville, Va. American of Martinsville Residential Casegoods manufactures and markets up- per medium-priced residential wood bedroom, dining room and occasion furniture, as well as curio cabinets, ina variety of highly styled designs. The company, a sub­ sidiary of LADD Furniture Inc., in headquarter in High Point, N.C., with manufac- turing operations in Mar­ tinsville, Va. LADD’s other major fur­ niture brand names include American Drew, Barclay, Brown Jordan, ClaytonMarcus, Daystrom, Design Horizons, Lea Industries and Pennsylvania House. YOUR COMPANY Call for Classifieds - 945-9554 Thank You Gary W. Hokanson Gary W. Hokanson, a native of Vermontville, has been appointed vice president of merchandising for the American of Martinsville Residential Division. Commenting on the ap­ pointment, President Roy Mitchell said, “Gary Hokan- son’s extensive experience in the areas of design and mer­ chandising, along with his previous association with American of Martinsville, will allow him to have an im­ mediate impact in helping us achieve our company’s ag­ gressive growth and. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday (517) 726-0319 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml Help Wanted disappointments J’ Send the FTD® Pick-Me-Up J Bouquet. Just ji call or visit us today.r See our FIBERGLASS FURNITURE F DAILY DELIVERY 4 L. to Nashville & LOW Middleville Areas * Free delivery on 15.00 orders & up A name in jlowtn since 1954 For Sale Automotive FOR SALE 1988 S-15 GMC Jimmy, loaded, excellent condi­ tion. 517-726-1310. For life’s little ■' CARD OF THANKS The family of Annie Bumgardner thanks the Lord for all of the kind and comforting people He brought into her life, and ours, during her painful illness and her death. We must mention a few by name because oftheir exception­ al ministry to us: Dr. James Atkinson, Pennock Hospital 3rd floor nursing staff (especially Belinda, Wendy & Andrea). Her “Adopted” grand-kids: Sharon Beech, Suzy Corkwell, Janet Miller & Julie Bursley. Pastor DeGroot’s visits and comforting memorial service. Lois Deland, Granny’s long­ time “Aide”. David Rosier and family of Rosier Funeral Home in Sunfield. Jack, Brandon and Lynwood, who “Manned the Fort” during our vigil. Nashville Baptist Church family thank you for all the pray­ ers, flowers, visits, cards, and love. May Jesus pour you out a blessing in return. Mr. & Mrs. Charles Bumgardner Bob & Kathy Bumgardner Larry & Nancy Trask & family Rick & Cathy Vessecchia David & Ginnv Chase & family HOURS: Open Mon.-Fri. 'til 8 p.m.; Sat. 'til 5:30 109 West State St. — Hastings AMBITIOUS INDIVIDUALS NEEDED. Willing to train as demonstrators for Christmas Around The World. No collect­ ing, no delivering, no hidden costs, free kit, weekly pay, excellent hostess program. Call Teresa, 517-627-4524._______ POSTAL JOBS start $ 11.41 pr. hr. carriers, sorters, clerks. Excellent pay and benefits. For examination and application information call 1-206-736-7000 ext. 5803T6, 6a.m.-10p.m./7days. WANTED CHILD CARE South of Vermontville. Refer­ ences required, . call 517-726-0381 after 4pm. WANTED: Part time adult education teacher certified in Business Education to teach Word Processing. Call Maple Valley Community Education at 952-9275.* _________ PART TIME sell soothing, non-caustic, natural products. Enhance the lives of those you touch. Call Mary 517-852-9312. CAN BENEFIT FROM PRE-SCREENED INTERVIEWS WITH ... National Ads AUTOMOBILES BAD CREDIT OKAY ’88-’91 models, guaranteed approval, no down payment, 1-800-233-8286, 24 hours. POSTAL JOBS $11.41 to $14.90/hour. For exam and application information call 1-800-552-3995 ext. MI168. 8am-8pm, 7 days. Miscellaneous ALONE & SINGLE? Free brochure. Date-Mates Inc., Box 2080-AF5, Decatur, IL 62524-2080; 1-800/345-MATE. GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet thatroom at affordable prices, $ 1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd., (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available. (616) 948-8334. DELIVERING SAND, gravel and fill. Call 948-2909 or 945-4894._______________ LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thn! Friday. Satellite Service. MOTHER OF ONE- Will care for your child in my Nashville home. Lots of TLC, nutritious meals and activities. Located close to Kellogg school. 852-9477 for more information or to visit ROOFING-SIDING REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a caU - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.__________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Pets PET GROOMING Most breeds. 517-852-0728. JOBLINE HERE’S HOW IT WORKS: A job seeker sees the following ad in one of our papers ... FULL TIME OFFICE ASSIST more 948-4460 and extension number ent below. g EXT. 1005 GIVE IT A CALL! If you feel your company can benefit from this service, call Brenda at... 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1991 — Page 14 1991 Fair small animal sale as strong as ever by Anne C. Pease, 4-H Program Assistant The sale tent was filled and bidding was strong throughout the 4-H Small Animal Sale Saturday, July 27, during the Eaton County Fair at Charlotte. Seventy buyers were successful bidders on goats, chickens, turkeys and rabbits. Rabbits sold gross $2,000, goats sold gross $750 and The 4-H Small Animal Sale was clerked and organiz­ ed by many volunteers. Andy and Jan Wawiernia of Shepherd, Ruth Ann Wawiernia of Vermontville, Jane, Randy and Chad Burt of Charlotte, Julie McKeever of Grand Ledge, and the 4-H Small Animal Association youth officers are a few of the many who help to make the sale a success. Don Trout, of Trout Auction Service, Charlotte, donated services for the third consecutive year. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: August 28 - Post Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. September 4 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. September 5 - MAEH Rally Day, 1:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. September 5 - Barry County Fair Board, 7:30 p.m., Expo Bldg., Fairgrounds, Hastings. September 5 - 4-H Nonlivestock Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Exten­ sion Office. September 7 - Banfield 4-H Club’s Horse Show, 10 a.m., Fairgrounds. September 11 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. September 14 - Leader’s Open Horse Show, Fairgrounds. poultry projects grossed $415. Eaton Farm Bureau Co-op of Charlotte purchased more than $2,000 worth of animals. McDonald’s of Charlotte pur­ chased more than $100 worth of animals. Both businesses were represented by Buddy Day of Olivet. State Rep. Frank Fitzgerald of Grand Ledge purchased more than $170 worth of animals. Kay Serven of Bellevue represented the legislator. Animals can be resold one time at the buyer’s discretion, with the proceeds going to the Eaton County 4-H Small Animal Association for educa­ tional trips, workshops, and supplies. Twenty-seven buyers helped the association and its members with $700 in resales. Don Trout, of Trout Auc­ tion Service in Charlotte, donated his service as the auc­ tioneer. Each buyer for every START WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS Whether you're shopping for better digs, bigger office space or a newer mode of transportation, count on the Classifieds to take the legwork out of the race! And when you've got something to sell, an ad in the Classifieds can put you in the lead at a price so small that anyone can afford to be a sport. So next time you want to get the job done, team up with the Classifieds...and save your running shoes for the gym! 945-9554 time he or she bought an animal received a carnation, compliments of Trout. This is the third year he has volun­ tarily auctioneered the Small Animal Sale. A raffle, sponsored by the Small Animal Association, was held immediately after the sale. Winning first prize of a Panasonic stereo component system was Rodger Burrows of Goldsboro, N.C. Second prize went to Mary Lou Bignail of Charlotte and won two round-trip tickets to Chicago via Amtrak. Third prize was a Kodak 35mm camera kit, and was won by Ron Granger of Charlotte. European corn borer flight continues in county The second generation European corn borer (ECB) flight continues throughout much of Eaton County. Several fields that have been scouted in Eaton County have shown some damage from the second generation larvae. Damage thus far has been confined to the tassels (causing them to fall over). Eggs are still appearing in fields as are larvae. Producers should continue to monitor fields for second generation ECB. In par­ ticular, late planted fields should be most susceptible to this generation. For fields that have already received damage from either generation, an early harvest may help to minimize losses. The stalk breakage and ear drop that can accompny damage get worse as time goes on. Planning to harvest the most heavily damaged fields first will help to minimize these losses. Sheep, goat producers' comments sought Sheep and goat producers should be aware of the need for timely comments about a July 16 Federal Register listing of the proposed Volun­ tary Scrapie Certification program. The proposed program has been developed by the Scrapie Negotiated Rulemaking Ad­ visory Committee and reflects early steps towards the long­ term goal of eradication of scrapie in the United States. Sheep and goat producers wishing to comment on the proposal should send the original and three copies of their comments to the follow­ ing address: Chief, Regulatory Analysis and Development PPD, APHIA/USDA, Room 866 Federal Building, 6505 Belcrest Road, Hyattsville, Md. 20782. Producers also should be sure to state that your com­ ments refer to Docket No. 91-019. Consideration will be given only to comments filed on or before Sept. 16. The proposed 10-page document describes rules for a voluntary certification pro­ gram that appear to have economic and regulatory im­ pact for the industry. The key elements of the program in­ clude the following: 1) ‘‘Voluntary’’ participation. 2) Program planning, over­ sight and implementation via a state Scrapie Cerrification Board. 3) “Program requirements based on sound risk manage­ ment practices.” An in­ dividualized farm plan. 4) A uniform-identification system for animals in the cer­ tification program—electronic implant devises. 5) Participating flocks progress through four classes of certification. 6) Program administration on ji national basis. While the program appears vague and harmless, pro­ ducers should do some “reading between the lines” and study how this document might affect their entire pro­ duction system (including packers, tenderers, and sales). Now is the time to comment, in writing, on perceived concerns about the program. Producers might pay special attention to direct costs and in­ direct costs if the program becomes an unofficial require­ ment (by renderers-packersbuyers due to the BSE liability issue) for selling lambs. For additional information, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice office, 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte, Mi., 48813. '92 State wheat crop needs more planning The 1991 wheat crop in Michigan and the midwest was a disappointment. Grain production was severely reduced by various foliar and head diseases. While it is impossible to predict disease conditions for 1992, the potential number of disease organisms will be very high this fall and next spring. Severe disease in the 1992 wheat crop, however, will only occur with the right weather conditions. Extended periods of wet, cloudy, and humid weather will favor disease .development. The following suggestions are practices producers can take to reduce the potential for disease in the 1992 crop:: 1) Crop rotation — Most all diseases overwinter in infected crop residue or in the soil. Rotate 1991 wheat fields to another non-small grain crop. 2) Date of planting — Planting 10-15 days after the Hessian fly-free date for your area reduces fall disease and insect infections. The fly-free date for Eaton County is Sept. 16. 3) Nitrogen fertilization — Apply only 10-25 lbs. of nitrogen in the fall. Excessive nitrogen in the fall can cause abundant growth that in­ creases the probability of disease. Apply the remainder early in the spring before the ground thaws or stems elongate. 4) Seed Selection — Select high yielding adopted varieties. Use certified seed when possible. Where bin-run seed is used, be sure to commercially clean the seed, run a germination test and seed treat with a fungicide. 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Sunborn Sweetened Orange Juice Kellogg’s RIfICfl EBICU POP Tarts Oatmeal 50 Ct. Shurfine Milk Drinks Potato Chips 4 Flavors, Quaker Instant Gal. Heatherwood 8 OZ. Lil Juicy Fruit Flavored POTATO CHIPS Bags 80 Ct. Shurfine Sandwich Bags CRRQ � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-09-03.pdf c46a9b1c998bb41be779009ab10dd653 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY Hastings^ 12/30/99 Hastings Publ ic Library 121 muscSisss F S. Church Street Hastings, MI. 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 4905f) P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No, 6 — Tuesday, September 3, 1991 Auction Friday to benefit United Methodist building project of other articles are included in the sale list. The offerings also include such diverse items as 300 board feet of knotty pine lumber and a 200-lb. fat hog with free butchering. “It’s all stuff that people can use,” said Harold Hansen, a member of the church’s auction committee headed by Russ Keech. Others on the committee are Dan Watson and Diane Smith. All items and services of­ fered for sale have been donated by various individuals in the community and numerous business people. “We’ve been given some pretty nice items to sell,” noted Keech. “We have had an excellent response from merchants.” Most of the business dona­ tions are local, but at least one came from out of town. The Harley Hotel of Lansing con­ tributed a gift certificate for Sunday brunch at Sigee’s, said Keech. Dick Chaffee Jr. of Nashville Locker Service has offered free butchering of a hog donated by Joe Andrews of Nashville. Other businesses contribu- See Auction set, page 2 Road work continues throughout Barry County for coming weeks by Jean Gallup The new addition to Nashville's United Methodist Church is attached to the east side of the sanctuary on the site formerly occupied by the old parsonage. The new exterior matches the pale yellow Nashville-made brick used in the 1881 structure. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Everything from a doll’s an­ tique highchair to a Toro snowblower will be offered Friday at an auction spon­ sored by Nashville’s United Methodist Church. Funds raised at the event will help the congregation finish the interior of a new wing added earlier this year to their 1881 church. The Sept. 6 auction will start at 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Laura McIntyre home at 940 North Main St. (across from Mulberry Fore golf course). Stanton’s auctioneers are donating their services to the fund-raiser. Ladies of the United Methodist church will serve lunch on the premises. Household goods, tools, camping and sporting equipment, office furniture, antiques, collectibles, and a host ship, where they have graded, In Thornapple Township, Staff Writer put down gravel and expect to wedging and sealing is almost Jack Kineman, man- pave in early October, Kine- completed on parts of Irving ager/engineer for the Barry man said.. Road, and seal coating will be County Road Commission, Paving on West State and done on the entire length of said the work on the Barger Airport roads is scheduled to that part of the road from Road bridge is progressing on start Tuesday, Sept. 3, Kine- Loop Road to the village of s schedule, with the bridge re- man said. That project ex- Middleville, he said. pair expected to be completed pected to be finished by the Seal coating is scheduled around Oct 1. first part of October. for Gilkey Lake Road from After that, his department The target date for paving Floria to Pifer roads, as well will build approaches to the of Woodland Road is Sept. as on Dowling Road from Mbridge and traffic will be re- 11, he added. 37 to North Avenue. sumed over the bridge on North Irving Road had one Kineman said projects comNov.l layer of pea stone laid as the ing up will include work on Road Commission crews first coat in the paving pro-River Road, and some platted now are working on several cess,, with another planned in roads in Hastings Township, p projects, including Steven's two weeks. A final coat will and then Velte Road in WoodWooded Acres in Hope Town-be applied next summer. land Township. New Nashville recycling drop site ready for operation by Susan Hinckley Among those on hand Monday to discuss plans for the new community recycling drop site to be located at Carl's Market in Nashville were (from left) Ted Spoelstra, volunteer site coordinator; Ron Ohler, citizens' committee chair; Jeanette Joseph, of Carl's; and Jane Norton, coordinator of Recycling in Barry County. Staff Writer The proposed community recycling drop site at Carl’s Market should be operational this month, said organizers at a meeting held last week Mon­ day to iron out final details. Present for that session were Donald, Jeanette and Bob Joseph of Carl’s Market; Jane Norton, coordinator of Recycling in Barry County (RiBC); Ken Neil and Don Johnson of Hastings Sanitary Service, Inc.; Ted Spoelstra, Nashville President Pro Tern and recycling site coor­ dinator; and Ron Ohler, chair­ man of a citizens’ committee responsible for implementing the initial proposal. The group inspected the selected site at the southwest comer of Carl’s Market park­ ing lot and discussed the con­ tainers, instruction signs and other facets governing the free 24-hour per day, seven-day per week operation. The villages of Nashville and Vermontville and townships of Castleton, Maple Grove and Vermontville have all voted to support the site, each unit of government pledging $20 per month for one year toward the $100 monthly charge by Hastings Sanitary Service. The com­ pany will supply all con­ tainers, haul away the materials as often as necessary and will receive any income from sale of the recyclables. The Nashville Village Council did the preliminary groundwork on the plan after Spoelstra last November made the initial suggestion of a community drop site. He cited the inconvenience of the present Transfer and Recycling Center on Casgrove Street in Nashville, supported by that village and the townships of Castleton and Maple Grove. He said that the facility cannot handle the cur­ rent volume of recyclabes because it operates only one day per week. The new site will open as soon as signs, furnished by RiBC, are ready. Norton ex- pects these to be completed in time for an opening about mid-September. “Ken has the containers ready,” noted Spoelstra. Items to be accepted at the site are clear glass jars and bottles (clean with no lids); metal food cans (cleaned, labels off, and flattened); aluminum, including aluminum foil (wiped clean); and plastic milk jugs (washed, flattened, no caps). “It is so important that everthing be cleaned,” noted Norton. “It’s not garbage any more.” Inside Carl’s Market there also will be a container for recyclable polystyrene (often See Recycling, on page 7 In This Issue... □ Local teachers attend ’super conference in Grand Rapids □ Surplus food distribution set □ Nashville Baptist sends mission crew to West Virginia □ Nashville blood drive planned for Wednesday �The Maple Valley ,*New Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1991 — Page 2 Auction set for church t tions Iist^ at the time of this report' were--Slay's Dinner Beth a dinnej; Nashville Auto & *FSaimrmp| mp|ye case of oil; Maple e'•valley Implement, grease gun and four matched 14.” tires; Sandy’s barber shop, two 1990 SMAA Cham­ pion sweatshirts; Toni’s Style Shoppe, hairctils for a man and woman; Mace Pharmacy, fan; Carl’s Market, electric heater and two gift cer­ tificates; Key Cleaning Ser­ vices, two rooms of carpet cleaning; Maple Valley Car Wash, car wash tokens; Mulberry Fore, free greens fees for golf; Personal Touch Beauty Salon, gift certificate for a perm; Country Kettle Cafe, two dinners; Helmut’s Kaffeehaus, two dinners; Kent Oil Co., a case of Amoco motor oil. In addition, former local merchants Nelson and Geneva Brumm have donated two gallons of Nashville maple syrup. from front page Keech said the committee will continue to solicit tax­ deductible donations this week. Arrangements for pickup can be made by calling him at 852-9845. “We are looking for dona­ tions right up to the day of the sale,” said Keech. Names of all merchant donors will be announced at the auction. Meanwhile, work is conti­ nuing on the impressive addi­ tion to the church. Exterior construction was completed earlier this year but most of the interior still is unfinished. “We started out with a $200,000 (total project) target,” said Hansen, who has served on the church’s building committee. “Right now we are in the process of reassessing what needs to be finished.” He said the congregation will hold a special meeting soon to consider the matter. The addition, designed by Welcome Home 1LT Dean Stewart and Family Good Luck at Ft. Hood, Texas Love, Mom, Dad, Kevin and Kim the Lansing architectural firm of Dimitrious Economi des, features an impressive main entrance off Washington Street, a lobby, church office, pastor’s office, meeting room, a new kitchen, and two barrier-free restrooms on the main level, plus several children’s rooms in the basement. Prime contractor was a local firm, A. & C. Construc­ tion Co. The new exterior brick closely matches the pale yellow Nashville-made brick used in the original structure. A work crew headed by church building committee member Darryl McGhan is in­ stalling drywall in the interior of the church. McGhan and three other men, Arthur Plaunt and J. W. Carroll of Nashville and Bob Loveland of Vermontville are working under a special job bank pro­ gram for laid-off General Motors employees. With union approval, the company pays wages for its workers in such community service projects. “We are sort of loaned out to the church and its ■ Items ranging from household goods to a garden tractor are among many to be sold at an auction Friday in Nashville to benefit the local United Methodist Church building program. Harold Hansen (left) and Russ Keech, members of the church's auction committee, show just a tiny sampling of donated items that will "go on the block." The two are seeking donations right up to the day of the sale and will provide pick-up service. members,” said McGhan. The kitchen and restrooms are completed and three classrooms are useable, but not finished. Most other areas need work. The local Methodists have a long history in Nashville. Wednesday, Sept. 4, will be a busy day for the Red Cross in Nashville, as they will have a community blood drive at the Nashville United Methodist Church on North State Street from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. The goal is 60 pints, which is sorely needed by the Regional Blood Center after Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 just finishing a busy Labor Day Weekend. All types of blood are need­ ed as the Red Cross is trying to combat a nagging shortage that officials believe was caus­ ed in a large part by record high temperatures this sum­ mer throughout the region. The Red Cross hopes that the now cooler temperatures, combined with public awareness of the shortage, will encourage the donors to come back out. The local Red Cross chapter’s motto for the fall season is “Bring a Buddy,” which is a campaign designed to encourage people who are already donors to bring a friend, family member, co­ worker or neighbor to the drive and share the donor ex­ perience together from registration to canteen time. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Church Schedules CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass :30 a.m. Holy Day Masses Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Mom. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalarno Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship....... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 present-day Bridge Street). The first Methodist sanctuary was a frame structure built in 1870 on the site of the present church. Ten years later it was damaged by fire and was replaced the following year by the present brick building. tyCJiW' Nashville blood drive planned for Wednesday INSURANCE ST. CYRIL They were the first to hold services in the fledgling com­ munity in 1866, three years before the village was incorporated. Those services were held in an early mill on the west bank of the Thomapple River (near VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . . 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. Rev. Bob Kersten “Many new donors are sometimes nervous about donating,” said Fred Sewinkunas, director of the Barry County chapterof the Red Cross. “And the presence of a friendly, familiar face seems to ease this feeling dramatically. We’ve found that often all that it took for a new donor to come in was for someone to say ’Come with me to the drive’ and the new donor soon became a regular.” The local chapter also says that for those who were unable to donate due to a busy schedule this summer, this is a great opportunity to get back on track and work toward that particular gallon-pin goal. 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ALAN METTLER orsng u Wl Sisks |tyh Catty. CE FOR YOUR CONVENI MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville kutta.Mran Dtntnlla Hdktadi it tail, it PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE — ■ ■■imilllllalHIIIIIIIIIIIIII QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH | S id, s i: staidd ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M."tod rising MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA - 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 1:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE Sunday School .... 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service ........ 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN II bn®] iWii �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1991 — Page 3 Nashille beauty salon has new local owner J-Ad Graphics News Service Toni Cambric is the new owner of what formerly was The Mirror’s Image at 111 N. Main St., Nashville. Cambric bought the business in July from Darlene Hughes and has renamed it Toni’s Style Shop. Hughes, who had owned and operated the beauty salon for 15 years, is now semi­ retired from die business, but continues to handle customers at the shop by appointment only. Cambric, however, is on duty there Monday through Saturday. Belinda Elliston also works at the Style Shop and is there Tuesday through Saturday. Walk-ins are welcome. Redken products are used. The shop no longer carries craft items and clothing, as it has in the past. Cambric had been employed at Mirror’s Image since January, after a year off operating a beauty salon at her former home on Lawrence Highway, southeast of Nashville. She is a graduate of Craig’s School of Cosmetology in Lansing and has been a beautician since 1981, working at shops in Lansing and Lake Odessa. She is the daughter of former Nashville residents Roger and Nancy Wells, who now live in rural Mulliken. Cambric as graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1976. Toni and her husband, Steve, live on East Francis Street in Nashville and bet­ ween them have four children: Erica, 14, Gabe, 13, and Erin, 7, at home, and Joe of Eaton Rapids. IIn her spare time, Toni enjoys raising registered Chinese Shar Pei dogs and iin the past has shown them in various competitions. She said she hopes to find time to do this again in the future. Tobias-Mason Insurance Short Term Medical 30-180 Days Coverage Valuable protection when you are: • Between Employment • • Recently Graduated or • On Vacation From College • On Strike • In between group enrollment Phone 517-852-2005 Not all apples are alike... Toni Cambric is the new owner of the former Mirror's Image on Nashville’s Main Street. She has renamed it Toni's Style Shop and keeps hours there from Monday through Saturday. K k ■fr. ' ® •inniiiiiiiiiii.iiiiiinn ••[•-Wwa; [•-Wwa; IB .^a-aha. Second donation to Lakeview Cemetery J-Ad Graphics News Service A contribution in memory of Clara Marie Spoelstra by her mother, Marguerite Bur­ dick, is the second to be received under a new program to benefit Nashville’s Lakeview Cemetery. The memorial fund was launched last month to help the financially strapped cemetery continue to be an at­ tractive asset to the community. The cemetery now operates on receipts of approximately $10,000 per year, mostly from the sale of lots, in­ terments and installation of foundations. The sexton’s an­ nual salary alone runs over $7,000. Memorial contributions will be deposited in the general fund for upkeep and beautification, said Larry Decker, secretary-treasurer of the cemetery board. Contributions to Lakeview Cemetery may be sent to Decker at 636 East St., Nashville, 49073. Checks or money orders payable to Lakeview Cemetery may also be left at Village Hall, 206 N. Main St. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors to the cemetery fund and those named in gifts will be listed periodically in the Maple Valley News. Acknowledgments of memorial donations will be sent to the family designated by the donor, if name and ad­ dress are supplied. Reading classes available for adults in Maple Valley area Adults who would like to learn how to read, or would like to improve their reading, writing, or math skills, may call the Maple Valley Com­ munity Education at 852-9275. A reading class is offered Wednesday evenings at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. There is also reading instruction available in the daytime at the Learning Center in Nashville. For those people who do not feel comfortable in a classroom situation, there are reading tutors available. 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Eaton Federal Bank disappointments JJ Not all home loans are alike. , DAILY DELIVERY ... to Nashville & Middleville Areas Free delivery on **15.00 orders & up FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: HOURS: Open Mon.Fri. ’til 8 p.m.; Sat. ’ill 5:30 Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 109 West State St. — Hastings FDIC INSURED UUALHWMN LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News.'Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1991 — Page 4 Sunfield bank robbery was news in Nashville 60 years ago...today The account of a bank rob­ bery at Sunfield overshadow­ ed announcement of the local school opening on the front page of The Nashville News exactly 60 years ago today. Nashville’s only bank had failed just five weeks earlier, a victim of economic decline sweeping the U.S. Depression-era police reports were among stories carried in The Nashville News issue of Sept. 3, 1931. Bank at Sunfield robbed by three gunmen last Friday Conditions in Sunfield seemed perfectly normal to G. D. Weippert, 65, cashier of the Sunfield State Bank, as he stepped along to the bank on Friday morning, preparatory to beginning the day’s duties. But his entrance to the bank was the signal for the ap­ pearance of three masked ban­ dits, who confronted him and with a sawed-off shotgun and revolver, forced him to open the vault, from which they scooped $1,577 and escaped in a car after binding and gag­ ging the cashier and threaten­ ing to kill him if he touched the burglar alarm. The bank is housed in an old hotel building, occupying only part of it. George Gardner, 50, sleeping in one of the rooms, did not hear anyone, but the three men had entered the building, state police believe, at about 2 a.m., crawling into the basement through a window, and then cutting through a door into the bank offices. Dust cloths found in the bank had been made into masks. Weippert said that when he entered the bank at 7:30 a.m., he found a map of Eaton County, marked with the names and residencs of vigilantes, spread out on the floor. He surmised something was wrong. Then the bandits, one armed with a sawed-off shotgun and another with an automatic pistol, confronted him and forced him to open the vault. After scooping up the entire contents of the vault and tying up the cashier, they removed their masks and left by the side door to the car they had parked. They somehow aroused the suspicion of Mr. and Mrs. Ar- chie Stinchcomb, who operate a drug store across the street from the bank, as they came to their car parked there, and they noted the license number, each writing it down. Weippert squirmed close to the burglar alarm and touched it, and state police were on the scene in 30 minutes to find no clues. Witnesses said the trio drove out of town on the road toward Lansing. The automobile they were driving was reported stolen from that city. This car was found Sunday afternoon near Shimlicon, an old Indian campground six miles north of Sunfield jn the River road, by William Sleetham of Sunfield, while riding with his wife and children. State police and members of the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department were notified. Numerous fingerprints found on this car may aid in establishing the identity of the bandits. When discovered by Mr. Sleetham, the car was partial­ ly hidden in a clump of bushes. It was to be returned to the Lansing owner from whom it was stolen the day before the robbery. Weippert described one bandit as short and stubby, another as slender and of medium height and the third as tall and slim, speaking with a German accent. All wore soft felt hats. Melon thieves busy in East Maple Grove It is understood that East Maple Grove farmers are ar­ ranging for double barrelled dogs, and guns that shoot something besides rock salt in order to protect their melon patches. And if the miscreants fall into their clutches are prepared to take the law to them. Harry Gould’s and Reuben Norton’s *patches have already been visited, and the melons and vines destroyed. It is also alleged that some of the boys who did this lawless and in­ considerate act are known, and if they are wise they will cease their activities along that line. SCHOOL IS OPEN! Watch for the kids! The Village Hair Port Phone 726-0257 470 E. Main, Vermontville HOURS: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon. thru Fri. Some evenings by appointments Middleville boy is killed by auto Clarence Robert Kelly, 12, living on M-37 near Mid­ dleville, lost his life almost in­ stantly on Monday after he stepped from a school bus in front of his parents’ home and dashed across the highway in front of the automobile of Lawrence A. Hill of Grand Rapids. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Kelly and was returning from the first day of the new school year. He was killed at virtually the same spot at which his nephew, a son of Mrs. Margaret Taber, Clarence’s sister, met death under similar circumstances in May. Nearby notes — Two Battle Creek men, the remainder of the quintette charged with breaking into and entering the gasoline sta­ tion of Mert Raze in Vermont­ ville Township in the night time with the intent to commit larceny, pleaded quilty upon arraignment in circuit court. They gave themselves up to the Battle Creek police some time after the robbery and waived examination when taken before Justice N. W. Spencer. Their three compa­ nions who were captured the day of the burglary Aug. 1, were fined $50 each and plac­ ed on probation for three years in Eaton Circuit Court. — Two mysterious blazes in Irving Township recently have destroyed bams on two farms, one on the H. L. Sisson farm and one on the Henry Smelker farm. — Grand Ledge has a new problem. The council is con­ sidering a new sewage treat­ ment plant and its aid to the unemployment situation in case of immediate construction. — Within another week, cement shipments from the Alpha mill at Bellevue will be halted entirely, Supt. G. A. Lawniczak announced yester­ day. The plant, which closed last year with a capacity stock of cement on hand, has not exhaused its supply. In event business conditions improve, Mr. Lawniczak expressed his opinion that operation of the mill might be resumed early next year. — The large bam on the Klingman farm, Lake Odessa, burned, probably from spon­ taneous combustion. . — A reported holdup near Portland recently turned out to be a man with a stalled motor, using a flashlight for the pur­ pose of getting help. It was found without lights later, where he had abandoned it, and he paid $7.50 for this breaking of the law. — Light traffic is now per­ mitted to use the new M-21 pavement between Pewamo and Ionia, except for a short detour until completion of an underpass, regarding location of which there is disagreement between the state, the school and the railroad company. — Bringing in the bacon, or At Sunfield, a daring bank robbery netted three Depression-era bandits over $1,500. The story made headlines in Nashville, where the village's only financial institution, Nashville State Bank, just five weeks earlier had unexpectedly closed due to failing economy. Sunfield, located about a dozen miles northeast of Nashville, is seen in this circa-1909 winter view. bringing down the bacon, was accomplished when Theron Moyer of Portland struck a large hog that loomed up sud­ denly out of the darkness, kill­ ing it, and then his sedan, damaged somewhat, turned over. The ladies in the party were injured somewhat. — Sylvester Cronk of Rutland, with the seven other occupants of his Studebaker car, figured in a wreck near the comer of State and Park streets, Hastings, when the car strack an electric light pole, smashing it, the car standing on its “nose” in conclu­ sion, braising everyone. Par­ ties nearby rushed to the scene and dragged them out when the car caught fire from the leaking gasoline, which was extinguished by chemicals from the fire track. The car was a sorry looking wreck. — Ivester Martin died recently at Lake Odessa from an automobile accident when the car in which he was riding was struck as it drove out from a side road in the path of another car driven by Ross Pierce, manager of the Woodland Co-Operative Co. Martin had handled horses all his life, and a daughter repeatedly urged the aged man to give up the horses. He had done so a few weeks before, only to be killed by an automobile. — Two Eaton Rapids boys left their fishpoles and caps on the banks of Grand River at Smithville and then started out to see the world. They return­ ed home Wednesday night, safe and sound. The state police dragged the river and pumped out the dam to find the supposedly drowned chaps. The lads said they talk­ ed with policemen in Jackson and Detroit, but no one molested them. Feeling their absence had not, perhaps, at­ tracted the attention they an- ticipated, the lads turned back after reaching the shores of Lake St. Clair. Local news — P. A, Staup, who has resided on Sherman Street, is moving this week to the living room suite over his barber shop on Main Street. H. W. Walrath is transferring his cobbler shop equipment to the former location of the Staup barber shop, just across the street. — The reunion of the older graduating classes of the Nashville high school, to have been held here this year, has been postponed to 1932 by the committees having the details in charge. — Reports are heard of a little ice that had formed in a boat at Thomapple Lake sometime Sunday night or Monday morning, and of a frost at some places the same night, with no particular damage resulting therefrom. — Horseshoe pitchers liv­ ing on the west side of Main Street have issued a challenge to the east-siders for a tourna­ ment to be staged on Thursday evening of this week, and the local “barnyard golfers” will fight it out for the supremacy of the courts. Friday evening the local pitchers have accepted an invitation to compete with the Hastings reserves at the county seat. — (West Kalamo) The Bowen School began Monday with Mrs. Mary Dye as teacher again. We have with us this year three new begin­ ners, Mary Margaret and An­ na Jean Carroll, and Velma Oaster. — (Barnes District) School commenced in the Mason district Monday with Miss Cronk as teacher, and Miss Wilda Martens began her se­ cond year as teacher at the Barnes School. — (Maple Grove) Mr. and Mrs. Harold McDonald and children and Mrs. Burdette Benedict are moving to Battle Creek this week on account of school. — (Branch District) School began in the Branch district Aug. 31, with Miss Loraine Jugle of Hastings as teacher. — (North Irish Street) Hugh Parker of Lansing is home for a week, at James Harvey’s. He had been employed at the Durrant plant. — (Southwest Sunfield) A large company of people witnessed the baptismal ser­ vices at Saddlebag Lake Sun­ day afternoon. Seventeen peo­ ple were baptized. — A very complete birth­ day surprise party was given Miss Fannie Woodard at her home on North Francis Street Sunday by her relatives, who came with well-filled baskets for a potluck dinner, and a family visit. In the party were Mr. and Mrs. Ed Woodard of Charlotte, Mr. and Mrs. Will Woodard and family of Ver­ montville, John Woodard and family of Nashville, Charles Ayers and family of Nashville. — Those from here who at­ tended their old school reu­ nion held in the Chance district last Saturday were Mrs. Ella Feighner, Mrs. Lila B. Surine, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Norton and Miss Cleota Conklin of Maple Grove, Geo. Thomas, Chas. Ray­ mond, Mrs. Amanda Down­ ing, Mrs. Ella Taylor, and Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Noyes. Mr. Raymond read an original article about the school and neighborhood, and Mrs. Nor­ ton gave a reading at the pro­ gram hour. About 250 attend­ ed the reunion. An electric light pole near the intersection of State and Park streets in Hastings proved the downfall of a Studebaker that struck it, stood on its nose, caught fire an en e up a sorry looking wreck.” Bystanders rescued occupants of the car. is scene, w ich predates that 1931 mishap by about a quarter-century, shows State Street lined with utility poles and horse-drawn rigs. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1991 — Page 5 Maple Valley teachers attend ‘super conference' in G.R. Maple Valley teachers Audrey Watson and Gail Johnson attended the first an­ nual super conference for Michigan Occupational Education Association in Grand Rapids Aug. 10-16, The first meeting of its kind, the MODA brought together vocational-technical education specialists to discuss crucial issues for the 1990s, Nearly 25 professional groups were represented. The conference schedule allowed for many of the professional groups to interact and share information on education in their respective fields. Some of the groups involv­ ed included the Personal Development Institute, Health Occupations Educators, Michigan Association of Agriscience Educators, Michigan Association of Area School Administrtors, Michigan Association of School Placement Personnel, Michigan Adult Vocational !•* Of hi L, L (k * * •*■1 Association, Michigan Conncil of Vocational Ad­ ministrators, Michigan Food Service Teachers, Michigan Home Economics Educators and the Michigan Business Educators. Watson and Johnson are members of the Michigan Business Educators Associa­ tion. They both teach business education classes at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, Opening the conference was TonFs J Gov. John Engler, reinforcing his campaign promise to fully fund education, as his speech title implied, “Educating Michigan’s Workforce for Global Economy.” After the opening speech, attendees broke into small groups and participated in ses­ sions with speakers. Watson and Johnson attended a presentation by Dr. Rose Ann Swartz, from Ferris State University, specialist in col­ laborative learning, an area included by the State Depart­ ment of Education in the new­ ly developed core curriculum. Collaborative learning is a teaching strategy recommend­ ed from industry to education to increase worker coopera­ tion, the ability to use the “team approach” in industry and business. Positive in­ terdependence among members of each learning group is a goal of this teaching method. “Teaching Strategies — Bring Practical Thinking Skills Into Your Life” was presented by original developers of the program, Purgraski, Morales and Kirkpatrick. Johnson attended this session and gained ap­ plication skills to help learners become more aware, listen, question, discuss, sort out and take a stand. Using the “Magic Key” steps to building life-long learning skills was practiced and discussed by conference participants. These skills enable learners to initiate the thinking power to manage in­ formation on their own when reading, writing, viewing, discussing or doing content in work. Watson and Johnson attend­ ed Roy Monzo’s presentation Martha Zemke to celebrate her 80th from a model used in the Bay Arenac Intermediate School District. Implementing technology at the junior high/middle school level ac­ tually involves a K-14 pro­ gram. Classroom models of working programs were reviewed and discussed. Bas­ ed on the Staffordshire Model, telephones in the classroom and crosscurriculum linking are featured in this learning model. The Personnel Develop­ ment Institute presented a ses­ sion on Employability Skills, attended by Watson. This presentation concentrated on learning activities that can be used in vocational education cluster programs and general education to respond to the core curriculum and strategic plan. Packets of learning ac­ tivities were distributed and ways to tailor this approach to each local system were discussed. Both Watson and Johnson said they found the conference informative and valuable with practical applications they will implement during the 1991-92 school year at Maple Valley. Those interested in more in­ formation about any of these sessions or learning concepts may contact Watson or Johnson at the school, (517) 852-9275. We Now Have MYLAR & LATEX BALLOONS \\ for all OCCASIONS Just arrived ... Maple Valley Balloons Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville WE DELIVER ■7CTI 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily (517)726-0181 The family of Martha Zemke is holding an open house in honor of her 80th bir­ thday on Sunday, Sept. 15. The party will be held bet­ ween 2 and 5 p.m. at the Zemke Homestead, 6089 Brown Road, Vermontville. Please stop by to say “hap­ py birthday.” No gifts, please. 144 SOUTH I’jNCI STREET MERMOHTMILIE. MICHIGAN 49096 AUCTIONEERS & REhLTORS n/isHMmc (517)852-1717 yieShopl ■tataith ■/'■’Wtatai Something New is Happening « We are here to make you ** *® #iwbiisi Lyme support group to meet look your best. WE USE REDKEN PRODUCTS Toni Belinda Darlene Mon.-Sat. Tues.-Sat. Appt. Only c> kiilhSW fahlkfl •te WnWft ■» ■ikb'iai tab tajiiisita ax tairifniiil i‘«i tat The S.W. Michigan Lyme Disease support group will have its first meeting, Wednesday, Sept. 4, at 7:30 p.m. at the Pennock Hospital Physician Center, 1009 W. Green, Hastings. For more information, call 948-4165. Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a m. to 12:00 Noon After 4:00 p.m. by Appointment Only WALK-INS WELCOME 852-9192 EX -iksilEIT HR BEX Mt! RFaHikOK i» B KB fc&fS®^' A I*^SB 1 1 Sb!®^5® i**p OtaU^ p fc* * * * • t JM k J W MONDAY If Kt t*f"1 MAPLE VALLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION ENRICHMENT CLASSES 852-9275 Accounting Office *Update Typing Exercise Women’s Self Defense Tax Savings 105 Plan Wills & Trusts Computer Class for Kids Jazz Class for 7-12 Year Olds PM PM PM PM $30.00 $30.00 $30.00 $20.00 9/16/91 9/16/91 9/16/91 9/16/91 8 8 8 10 MVHS MVHS MVHS Fuller St. Wolff Wolff Wolff Gurd 7:00-8:30 PM $15.00 10/7/91 6 Fuller St. Hammond 7:00-9:00 PM 7:00-9:00 PM $5.00 $5.00 10/7/91 10/21/91 2 1 MVHS MVHS Boldt Boldt 3:00-4:30 PM $13.50 10/7/91 6 MVHS Hunt 7:00-8:00 PM $36.00 10/7/91 8Maplewood Diebold 6:00-10:00 PM $30.00 9/17/91 8 MVHS Kipp 6:00-10:00 PM $30.00 9/17/91 8 MVHS Hunt $18.00 10/8/91 $15 pp 10/8/91 $18.0010/15/91 $12.00 9/24/91 9/24/91 $20.00 $32.0010/15/91 6 6 6 8 8 8 MVHS Fuller St. MVHS Maplewood Maplewood Fuller St. Callihan Myers Steinbrecher OSKA OSKA Heaton $30.00 8 6:00-10:00 6:00-10:00 6:00-10:00 6:00-7:00 TUESDAY Welding & Machine Shop Computer *Science Painting & Drawing Social Dancing Intro to IBM Jr. Karate Open Karate Baton Twirling 7:00-9:00 7:00-9:00 7:00-9:00 6:00-7:00 6:00-8:00 6:00-7:00 PM PM PM PM PM PM WEDNESDAY Woodworking Exercise 6:00-10:00 PM See Monday 9/18/91 MVHSSchneiderhan THURSDAY 6:00-10:00 PM $30.00 9/19/91 B Word Processing MVHS 9/12/91 8 3:00-4:00 PM $40.00 Fuller St. Gymnastics Community Band meets first and third Thursdays 7:00 PM MVHS Hunter Safety September 23, 24 & 25 6:00-9:00 PM $3.00 MVHS Christie, Thompson SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1991 Page 6 Stained glass is fascinating hobby for Nashville artist by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Michelle Dunkleberger of Nashville has always loved old church windows. That was her inspiration to get into the design and crea­ tion of stained glass pieces, a hobby she has pursued for the past four years. Unlike many artists who on­ ly cut, fit and lead the colored glass to create stained glass pieces, Michelle also does fired hand-painting so that details such as faces can be in­ corporated in her work. “My sister (LuAnn Stan­ ton) and I searched and sear­ ched to find someone to do fired painting,” remembers Michelle. Finally they located Liz Ar­ nold, living right in Nashville. She knew the basics of hand painting and taught the techni­ ques to Michelle. Now operating Church Street Glass out of her home at the comer of Church and State streets, Dunkleberger recently completed a project for Pennock Hospital in which she donated hundreds of hours. She designed and made a 6x3-foot stained glass win­ dow for a new chapel located on the first floor of the hospital. After creating the original design for the theme “You are never alone,” Dunkleberger worked from May to July to turn out the huge scene, cut­ ting each piece of glass by hand, painting, firing, fitting and leading them all together to create the finished window, which was hung in a red oak frame made by her uncle, Herbert Frith of Nashville. “I worked (on it) whenever I had free hours,” said Dunkleberger. “Ten hours a day, sometimes.” Arnold donated the use of her kiln for the chapel project. “It took at least three fir­ ings for each (painted) piece,’’ explained Dunkleberger. Firings must follow the application of each layer of lead-based paint, which is added in stages to the glass. All of the glass creations produced by Dunkleberger are original designs. “I don’t feel they’re mine if I use a pattern,” she said. Each work must first be drawn to scale. The daughter of Leon and Bernice Frith of Nashville, Michelle is a 1982 graduate of Maple Valley High School, where she was a devoted art student. She had done pain- Daylight streaming through a window lights up two of Michelle Dunkleberger's favorite original pieces: (top) a boy who resembles her son Kellen and (below) one of her earliest painted works, Madonna and Child. FLU SHOTS by Vermontville Lions MAPLEWOOD SCHOOLS Monday, Sept. 16 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. — Donations Accepted — MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate ting, drawing and “a little pottery,” before getting into stained glass art. Her mother also makes Capital Area Commodity Services Inc. will resume distribution of surplus food Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 10 and 11. Commodities will be pro­ vided at local sites during the following hours: — Bellevue, City Hall, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 10. 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(VL-359) The coomodities will be provided to eligible families who are registered and have been issues blue cards. The be eligible, household income must be at or below $8,606 for one family member, $11,544 for two, $14,482 for three and $2,938 may be added for each addi­ tional family member. For senior citizens, ages 60 and older, eligibility is household income of $10,592 for one person, $14,208 for two, $17,824 for three and $3,616 for each additional family member. Those who want to apply for commodity cards may do so at 100 W. Lawrence (the old courthouse) in Charlotte, either at the Action Center or the senior citizens’ office. The Barry County chapter of the American Red Cross will conduct a blood drive Wednesday, Sept. 4, in the Community House at Nashville United Methodist Church. Hours are 12:30 to 6:15 p.m. Local chairperson Sue Fawley said blood supplies currently are low and urges a good turnout of donors. NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER “Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics Additional 40 acres of vacant land available at $28,000! Perks o.k. for septic — land contract terms. 15 miles north of Battle Creek, 30 miles to Lansing. (F-384) NEAR VERMONTVILLE Cedar siding, 2 redwood decks, cathedral ceiling & fieldstone fireplace, 2 large bedrooms (1 in loft), 2 full baths, 3 pole barns & a stor­ age shed, blacktop drive, fruit trees & pine trees — More land available. (CH-389) parents of three children, Kellen, 7, Jessilyn, 6, and Lee Ann, 4. Local blood drive set for Sept. 4 VACANT LAND “PANORAMIC VIEW" - 1979 "CHALET-STYLE" ON 10 ACRES - project. Michelle and her husband, Tony Dunkleberger, are Surplus food distributions set for Sept. 10-11 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Broker Homer Winegar, GRI stained glass pieces, but does not do the hand-painted varie­ ty. She did some of the cutting for the chapel window The stained glass window in Pennock Hospital's new first floor chapel is the result of hundreds of hours donated by Michelle Dunkleberger. She design­ ed the piece, cut, painted, fired, fitted and leaded the individual glass pieces, Her uncle, Herbert Frith, made the oak frame. Dr. Michael Callton • • • • Therapeutic Muscle Massage Special Therapy Machines Gentle Manipulations Appointments Available Same Day :............. NEW PATI ENT SPECIAL i Examination, X-Rays, • and Treatment 8 «d —M—BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES: PIRES: 9/10/91 Most Insurances Accepted - Open 6 Days A week 127 S. Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 �N®w r°?.!*n9 an^ a P°rch were some of the improvement projects handled by the Nashville Baptist mission crew, seen here at work on one of the West Virgini homes. by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer The lives of four West Virginia families have been enhanced through a July mis­ sion project by 35 members of Nashville Baptist Church. In a week-long project for the non-denominational Florida-based World Servants mission, the local group spent a week at Bluefield, W. Va., renovating four homes of disadvantaged residents in an abandoned coal mining camp at nearby Matoaka, popula- tion 600. This is the third year Nashville Baptist has participated in such a project. “It has grown every year,” said Assistant Pastor Don Roscoe. “The first year there were three who went, then 13 and then 35 this year.” Among those 35 was one entire family: Tim and Nancy Brenner and children Melanie, Heather and Joshua. Other partial family groups were included in the total of 14 adults and 21 youths who participated in the mission. “It speaks a lot for the family to have them take their vacation to do this,” said Roscoe. The Nashville group travel­ ed south in four vans, towing a trailer to carry their own tools and equipment. On loca­ tion, they divided into three teams — Red, White and Blue — for a little friendly competition. Bluefield College acted as host, providing rooms and meals for World Servants crew. Each morning the Nashville teams traveled to their work location to spend the day on such diverse tasks as re-roofing a house, renovating a porch, building a Some of the 35 Nashville Baptists who participated in the mission to West Virginia gathered for this photo after church last Wednesday evening: (front row, from left) Jennifer Pash, Justin Keesling, Joshua Brenner, Gabe Suntken, Pastor Don Roscoe, (second row) Lisa Corkwell, Dylan Pash, Melanie Brenner Becky Corkwell Amy Roscoe, Janet Pool, Cindy Gutchess, (third row) Marty Harris Larry Corkwell, Rindy Knight, Bobbi Butcher, Heather Brenner, Tim Brenner, Nancy Brenner, Charley Mater, Robin Olmstead. new deck or painting. The modest homes sat high on a side hill with a sharp drop to the town below. Steep roads winding up to them were difficult to negotiate. In at least one of the homes, the water supply came through a gravity flow system from a mountain spring above the structure. Five members of one of the West Virginia families shared a small onebedroom house. “You realize how fortunate you are,” observed Becky Corkwell, 16, who was accompanied on the trip by her older sister, Lisa, and their father, Larry Corkwell. Lisa Corkwell is one of two Nashville Baptist girls who served at a missionary com­ pound in Haiti last year. Besides an opportunity to help the underprivileged, she found the West Virigina mis­ sion a time to get to know her fellow travelers a bit better. “You get closer to the peo­ ple you go with,” said Lisa. “You learn how to work together.” It was a leam-and-do pro­ ject. Few of the group had any prior construction skills. Prospective recipients of the home improvement projects are referred by various governmental agencies to the World Servants mission, which in turn screens the ap­ Recycling drop site HOT SAVINGS COOL PEALS Continued from front—- Nancy Brenner wields a hammer to help add a deck to this home. The entire Brenner family, including her husband Tim and their three children, were among am local volunteers working in the mission program. called styrofoam) items that have been cleaned, said' Jeanette Joseph. This material will be hauled away by the Spartan company. •' In August, the Nashville Village Council appointed Spoelstra as volunteer recycl­ ing site coordinator. At the time of his initial proposal, he had offered to be personally responsible for seeing that the drop site is kept in an orderly and clean manner. As coordinator, Spoelstra was given authorization to proceed with detailed plann­ ing for the location and physical establishment of the site; to make arrangements with the property owners, and with Hastings Sanitary Ser­ vice for removal and process­ ing of recyclable materials; and to coordinate volunteers for regular monitoring and maintenance of the site. The drop site will be the sole responsiblity of the Village of Nashville, since the other four supporting entities of government expressed a preference to limit their con­ tributions to the $20 monthly payment rather than to become part of a governing board. All governmental units signed a resolution of support for one year. The drop site will be operated on a one-year trial basis to see if it will work, explained Ohler. There is no requirement after one year to continue its operation. However, there has been widespread community sup­ port for the project, due especially to its convenient location. Now, planners and proponents of the recycling drop site are eagerly awaiting its opening. plicants. The mission, whose motto is “To love is to serve,” is an international organization handling similar programs around the world, said Roscoe. Next year, he added, the local church hopes to be in­ volved in a domestic project, probably closer to home, perhaps in Michigan. An evangelical trip to England or Bermuda is also in the works. How do the local volunteers feel about their role in helping needy families of a remote West Virginia town? Nancy Brenner summed it up: “It’s a great way to share the Lord.” “NEW” CLEARASIL DAILY FACE WASH 3.5-OZ. MEDICATED DEEP CLEANSER 7 75-OZ...M.O9 DAILY FACE WASH 4,5-oz IMODIUM A-D LIQUID HYPO TEARS 15 ML. OR PRESERVATIVE FREE 3O’s 3.39 ALKASELTZER CEPACOL LOZENGES 36's 18's HYPO TEARS 30 ML *6.19 Bargain of the Week! ACE ORAL B BRAND ELASTIC BANDAGE - 3” TOOTHBRUSH BOSTON CONDITIONING SOLUTION 4-OZ. OR CLEANER 1-OZ............ ADVANCE CONDITIONING __ SOLUTION 4-OZ. OR conventenct CLEANER 1-OZ...... Boston ADVANCE RECONDITIONING DROPS 10 ML........ SELECT VARIETIES ADVANCE CONVENIENCE PACK................. WHITE RAIN STYLING AIDS 99 YOUR CHOICE OF SELECT FORMULAS HOURS: 9 o.m. to 6 p.m. Mondoy thru Solurdoy 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1991 — Page 8 Latest contributions to Putnam Library named The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library came recently in memory of Jack Garlinger by Roger Tobias, Lois Barton, Ron Chaffee, Donna Whittenburg, Marilyn Roush, Carol (Beedle) Joseph and Arlene (Woodard) Beimers. In memory of Marleen Lathrop by Ray and Sue Hinckley. In memory of Dolores A. MacDonald by Torrence H. MacDonald. In memory of Harold Chris­ tiansen by Ray and Sue Hinckley. In memory of June Wallace by Maple Valley Schools. Donations to the refurbb bishing fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box 920, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors and those named in gifts will be listed in the Maple Valley News. Names of donors will be listed in the book of con­ tributors and those named in gifts will be added to the Memorial Scroll. Maple Valley schools opened Tuesday to sweltering temps! Maple Valley area residents' potluck to resume Sept. 10 On second Tuesday of each month, Maple Valley area residents meet for a potluck and program. This year they will meet in a different school each month. This will give people an op­ portunity to see all of the BranrrroTrrrrirnrrrrirTTTTTTTg bbbbbbbb i PENNY SUPPER September 7th • VFW Post 8260 Nashville, Michigan ”• Serving: Chop Suey • Baked Chicken Stuffed Peppers - Cabbage Rolls : schools and the students in them. The first get together will be Tuesday, Sept. 10, at 12:30 p.m. in the library at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. There will be an op­ portunity to visit with others and have an enjoyable afternoon. Bring a dish to pass and a friend. Table service and drinks will be furnished. Watch the Maple Valley News for the times and places of the next metings. For further information, call the Community Education office at 852-9275. Jump-rope was one of the outdoor activities enjoyed by Kellogg fifth and sixth graders during recess on the first day of the 1991-92 school year. Unseasonably warm weather made most Maple Valley classrooms uncomfortable last week. - 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. - Obituaries Chairperson — Alberta'Lewis JUUL (ULaJUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUULJUUUU^ • 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, August 21, 1991. 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. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners Hah May McKelvey HASTINGS - Ilah May McKelvey, 79 of 2173 McGlynn Road, Hastings, passed away Wednesday, August 28, 1991 at her residence. Mrs. McKelvey was bom on November 19, 1911 in Barry County, the daughter of Robert and Ola (McCarty) Morgan. She was raised in Barry Coun­ ty and attended the Dowling School. She was married to LeRoy H. McKelvey on May 27, 1930. She was a homemaker and had resided on the McGlynn Road for over 50 COMPUTERS ARE NO MYSTERY. Investigate the possibilities through Adult and i Community Education. - Computer Science - Introduction to the IBM/PC - Word Processing - Computer Class . for Kids Z /J 3rd-8th __ The clue to success is Education. years. Mrs. McKelvey is survived by two daughters, Mrs. James (Betty) Fenstemaker, Mrs. Robert (Sharon) Conner, all of Hastings; two sons, Jack McKelyey of Delton and Max McKelvey of Hastings; 16 grandchildren, 34 great­ grandchildren; three sisters, Billie Leinaar of Hastings, Gerri Headley of Battle Creek, Bobbie Seaman of Grand Haven. She was preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy on June 13, 1978; one son, Stan­ ley bn July 14,1980 and by two brothers, and three sisters. Funeral services were held Saturday, August 31, at the Wilcox Cemetery with Reverend Lynn Wagner officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by the Wrpn Funeral Home, 1401 North Broadway, Hastings. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment. BOBCAT SERVICESBackhoebam cleaning, general excavating, sand and gravel delivery. Lowest rates. 1-517-852-2278. 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ROSIER DIRECTOR IMPORTANTS OF PLANNING Often one works for a ly and, better yet, include lifetime, makes countless your wishes in written sacrifices, and does a form (called letter of great deal of planning in Instruction). order to provide financial Plan ahead concerning security for one's heirs. other matters. Should the On the other hand, often survivor stay where he or too little time and thought i she is and live alone? is spent on other con-t Would it be better to siderations involving move in with grown one’s survivors. z. children, another relative, What should be done in a friend, a retirement the event of one’s death community? Unless this is of primary importance. type of question is ex­ It is a difficult enough plored and answered, one time for spouse and close has not fully provided for relatives without having one’s survivors. to make decisions regar­ ROSIER FUNERAL HOME ding your wishes -- par­ Mapes-Fisher Chapel ticularly if these have 193 Jackson St. never been expressed. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Discuss the subject openDedicated to those we serve. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1991 — Page 9 Lions drop opener 66-45 The Maple Valley girls basketball team opened the season Thursday night with a 66-45 loss to host Portland St. Pat's. The Lady Lions were outscored 20-8 in the decisive second quarter, as St Pat's center Kelly Fedewa pumped in nine of her game-high 17 points. Maple Valley coach Jerry Reese said that his squad tried everything in the book, including fouling, to stop the 6-1 Fedewa. "We went with a zone to try to pack it in (on Fedewa)," Reese said. "Then they started popping from the outside. I'd rather Superintendent's Corner— Lets go together! By Ozzie D. Parks School is starting and our administrators, staff members and students are getting together to get back to the business of our school, which is learning and growing into effective and suc­ cessful people who are lifelong learners. Research has revealed that one more group plays an impor­ tant role in making it possible to achieve the major mission of our school. That group includes the parents and other citizens of our community. Without your interest and involvement, we will find it difficult, if not impossible, to reach our goals. We want and need to get together with you. How and when shall we get together? The possible places and times are many and varied. They include: 1. Arrange to meet with teachers and administrators on a personal basis. 2. Attend parent-teacher meetings or open houses at school. 3. Attend a meeting of the school board. This fall we will be meeting in a different building each month, with a tour at 6:30 and a meeting at 7 p.m. See the schedule below: Monday, Sept. 9 — Maplewood School, all-purpose room. Monday, Oct. 14 — Fuller Street School, all-purpose room. Monday,,Nov. 11 — Kellogg Street School, gymnasium. Monday, Dec. 9 — Jr.-Sr. High School, library. 4. Invite school officials and staff to your social or civic group. 5. Contact us by phone or write us a letter. These are just a few of the options we have for getting together in the best interests of our students and the school. Please choose one of those listed or suggest an alternative. Let’s get together soon. Maple Valley High School WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 • Golf, Home, Pennfield, 4:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 • Fresh Girls Basketball, Away, Hastings, 5:00 p.m. • Jr. Hi Girls Basketball, Home, Olivet, 4:30 p.m. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 • J.V. Football, Away, Fowler, 6:30 p.m. • J.V. & Var. Girls Basketball, Away, Bath Invit., 6:00 p.m. \ FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • Var. Football, Home, Fowler, 7:30 p.m. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 • Cross Country, Away, Barry Co. Invit., Hastings, 10:00 a.m. • J.V. & Var. Girls Basketball, Away, Bath Invit., 6:00 p.m. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 • Golf, Home, St. Philip, 4:00 p.m. • Fresh. Basketball, Away, Eaton Rapids, 6:00 p.m. • Cross Country, Away, Middleville, 4:15 p.m. have them hurt us from outside than inside." Reese also said that a prolonged dry spell in the quarter also proved costly. The Lions connected on 39 percent from the field and were outscored at the line by 13 points, 22-9. "We played very aggressively, maybe too aggressively," Reese "■ inued. "But we moved ue ball well. We got up md down the court. We ust had too many umovers." Maple Valley totalled 25 niscues in the first half lone. Janet Boldrey and ennifer Phenix led the .ion scoring attack with a ozen points each. Boldrey Iso had eight steals and ight rebounds, while henix pulled down a jam-high 10 caroms. Maple Valley returns to action Thursday at the Bath Invitational. Garage Sale 2 FAMILY SALE Childrens clothing, size 3 and up. 9-6 thru 9-7, 8am to 5pm. 324 Center Court, Nashville. For Sale Automotive FOR SALE: The Maple Valley Schools Board of Education is accepting sealed bids on five used busses which are located at the bus garage on Reed Street in Nashville. All sealed bids are to be received no later than 3p.m. Monday, Sept 16, 1991 at the office of the superintendent, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096. For Sale FORTRESS SCIENTIFIC 655FS power wheel chair, Hoyer lift. Excellent condition. 852-9422. Help Wanted HELP WANTEDEVENINGS - Apply in person. No phone calls. The Ole Cook­ stove. 174 S. Main St. Vermontville. POSTAL JOBS start$11.41 pr. hr. carriers, sorters, clerks. Excellent pay and benefits. For examination and application information call 1-206-736-7000 ext. 5803T7, 6a.m.-10p.m./7days. UTILITY COMPANY JOBS Start $7.80/$15.75/hour, your area. Men & women needed, no experience necessary. For infor­ mation call 1-900-370-4562, ext #4317,9am-9pm, 7 days. $12.95 fee. Front Row (left to right) Keith Carpenter, Cliff Weller, Corey Bumford, Dan Bailey, Jason Cook, Dick Baker, Rich Waara. Back- Jef Pennington, Asst. Coach Dennis Rasey, Greg Halliwill, Coach Dan Stine, Brent Stine, Asst. Coach Dick Pennington, Dan Rasey, Brian Steward, Brian Rasey, Coach Steve Warner, Matt Reid. Vermontville team takes Pony League tourney Host Vermontville finished a 17-1 season on a positive note by defeating Sunfield #1 8-5 for the 1991 Tri-county Pony League tournament championship. Vermontville had been runners-up the previous three seasons. Catcher Brent Stine went 4-4 with a homerun and three runs scored. Winning pitcher Dan Rasey had opposing batters hitting the ball on Golfers sought for local benefit Kent Mead of Nashville is seeking local golfers to par­ ticipate in a Sept. 15 tourna­ ment to benefit the Battle Creek Cerebral Palsy Sports Team. The event will be held at Cedar Creek Golf Course. Call Mead at 852-9147 for more information. Deadline for signup is Sept. 5. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) § Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml CLIP THIS and SAVE IT! Let Us Do The Dirty Work and You Can Have The Fun of Refinishing. THE FURNITURE STRIPPING BUSINESS 538 Sherman, Nashville ★ Stripping ★ Repair jj^A^Refinishing ★ Regluing — NEW HOURS — Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri. 9:30-4:30 Saturday 8-12 noon Wednesday by chance Stuart and Elaine Southworth, Owners Phone (517) 852-0943 WANTED CHILD CARE South of Vermontville. Refer­ ences required, call 517-726-0381 after 4pm. Bow Hunter SPECIAL FREE Bow Miscellaneous RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION d! ALONE & SINGLE? Free brochure. Date-Mates Inc., Box 2080-AF5, Decatur, IL 62524-2080; 1-800/345-MATE. Tune-Up DN STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • 11A” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville “°™ya;hnJ Discount for Cash Claims Farm Mich. lic. #i74s 8 a m-1° 5 P-m- COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Adult education classes to start Adult education classes will begin soon. Daytime classes begin at the learning center in Nashville Sept. 9 and evening classes begin at the Jr.-Sr. High School on Sept. 16. Many classes are offered. Call Maple Valley Com­ munity Education at 852-9275 to enroll, or for further information. — HOURS — 726-0319 WANTED: One pair good 14.9 x 26 tires. 948-2148. Richard R. Cobb, owner • Greg Holliwil, Jeff Pennington, Keith Carpenter and Brian Rasey. the ground, recording seven assists himself. Also scoring runs were *ZE OUT TARGET821.95 Video Rental sl00 Per Day Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 10) j HUNTER’S CHOICE & ELK APPLICATION AVAILABLE NOW ASHVILLE a *HARDWARE 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 (Ends Sept. 233 N. M«tn Si. SPORTING c Nashville, MI 8W52fc-0V7I1lU3 WE SHIP U.P.S J\ Monday-Saturday 8 5 30 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1991 — Page 10 Eaton 4-H shooting sports tournament held The 1991 Eaton County 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament was held Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Bellevue Conservation Club. Competition was sharp and enthusiasm ran high as 24, 4-H members from throughout Eaton County participated. 4-H members participated in BB gun, 22-caliber rifle, archery, air (pellet) rifle, and muzzleloading rifle divisions. In the air (pellet) rifle event, Ken Burcaw and Louis Vasilion, both of the Walton Wonders 4-H Club, took first and second places, respective­ ly. Justin Sivyer of the Gresham Grain Grinders 4-H Club took first place in the .22-caliber rifle division. In the muzzleloading rifle divi­ sion, Howard Troutner of the Island City Variety 4-H Club took first place; Shane Rugg of the Bellevue 4-H Farmrs 4-H club took second, third and four went to Jacob and Matt Williams, respectively, both of the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club; Jason Troutner of the Island City Variety 4-H Club took fifth; and Tom Pfiester of the Bellevue 4-H Farmers 4-H Club took sixth. In the Division I ages 9-11 BB gun event, first place went to Jason Edick of the Boody Feeders 4-H Club; second went to Garett Swift of the Sunrisers 4-H Club; third and fourth went to Adam and Derek Sederlund, respective­ ly, both of the Boody Feeders 4-H Club; Mike Mater of the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club took fifth; and sixth went to Nick Vasilion of the Walton Wonders 4-H Club. In the Division II ages 12-14 BB gun event, Courtney Pfiester of the Bellevue 4-H Farmers 4-H Club took first place. In the Division I instinctive long or recurve bow ages 10-14 event, Melinda Hen­ drickson of the Walton Wonders 4-H Club placed first and Courtney Pfiester of the Bellevue 4-H Farmers 4-H Club was second. In the Divi­ sion II instinctive long or recurve bow ages 15-17 event, Ken Burcaw took first place. Division IV instinctive compound bow ages 15-19 event winners were Howard Troutner, first; Tom Pfiester, second; and Jason Troutner, third. The Division VI sighted long or recurve bow ages 15-19 event winner was Jacob Williams. In Division VII sighted compound bow ages 10-14 event, Patrick Priesman of the Spaulding 4-H Club placed first; Shane Rugg placed se­ cond; Russell Gleason of the Bellevue 4-H Farmers 4-H Club was third; Matt Williams fourth; Jeff Treat of the “BODY TALK Bellevue 4-H Farmers 4-H Club fifth; and Jason Gleason of the Bellevue 4-H Farmers 4-H Club sixth. In the Division VIII sighted compound bow ages 15-19 event, Alain Serven of the Bellevue 4-H Farmers 4-H Club placed first, Chad Tret of the Bellevue 4-H Farmers 4-H Club was second and Louis Vasilion was third. Chuck and Irene Vasilion, Paul and Deborah Williams, Clarence Conant, Mike Swift, Jim Mater and Larry Serven all helped with handling tour­ nament details. Fifteen kids qualified to compete at the State 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament in Escanaba Saturday, Aug. 24. They were Patrick Priesman, Shane Rugg, Alain Serven, Tom and Courtney Pfiester, Nick and Louis Vasilion, Melinda Hen­ drickson, Jacob and Matt Williams, Jason Edick, Justin Sivyer, Ken Burcaw, and Howard and Jason Troutner. By Michael N. Callton, D.C. rVERMONTvTLLE HARDWARE! 1 SPECIAL OF THE WEEK ... I g Rinse N’ Vac Carpet Cleaning Rental I * Expires 9/8/91 24 HOURS Vermontville Hardware DOUG and JULIE DURKEE 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml Open Mon-Fri 8:30-6; Sat 8:30-5: Sun. 11-3 726-1121 Nitrogen test plot to be en display in Charlotte Sept. 14 Many producers this year are looking for ways to cut their input costs on Corn without reducing yields. This concern, along with in­ creasing concerns on how over-application of nitrogen fertilizer can affect drinking water, causes a look at how nitrogen inputs can be reduced. There will be a nitrogen test plot on display on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Karl Forell Seeds ItiEWiNDOWlt) Bunn Around Inc., 5858 N. Cochran Road, Charlotte. The nitrogen test plot was developed to demonstrate how nitrogen inputs can be reduced according to how much nitrogen is found already available in the soil without reducing yields. MSU soil test and recommendations were used to determine nitrogen ap­ plication to control (full nitrogen rate) and test (reduc­ ed nitrogen rate) strips. Farmers are encouraged to attend this demonstration to see how they can reduce their input costs next spring. This plot is sponsored by the MSU Eaton County Cooperative Extenson office. Another way producers can reduce input costs and protect their valuable land resources is through the use of no-till. The Thomapple Grand Soil Conservation District will have a no-till com test plot on display at Karl Forell Seeds. In Memoriam IN MEMORIAM 010201020 An Andersen1* Perma-ShielcT angle bay window can make more of a beautiful view. And make less of your energy bill and maintenance chores. • Snug-fitting design • Insulating wood core • Energy-saving • Low-maintcnancc rigid High-Performance vinyl exterior Roof not supplied insulating glass 5-7 DAY DELIVERY Come in or Call and Compare! We have leased the Corey Farm north of Vermontville for Hunting. The lease Agreement is stipulated that only relatives with written permission are allowed to hunt. This farm was previously leased by Forrest Gardner. Stan Venton Dale Briggs s\ings Sanitary Service, Serving Hastings “ ' & Barry County Communities Since 1950 See us lor: • Delivery • Planning • Estimates • Savings 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL - INDUSTRIAL Clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK-UPS - MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service INDUSTRIAL « COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS 2 LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville • 852-0882 ATTENTION DEER HUNTERS | 945-4493 or 1-800-866-4493 | Come home to quality. Andersen, HOMETOWN: In loving memory of our son, husband, father and grandfather, Lee R. Christopher, who left us suddenly September 7, 1988. It’s lonely here without you, we miss you more each day. For life is not the same for us since you left us. We think of you so often, and things we did and said. You never really left us, you’ve just gone ahead. And many a lonely heartache, often a silent tear, but always a beautiful memory of the one we loved so dear. Your memory is a keepsake with which we will never part. Though God has you in his keep­ ing, we have you in our heart. So sadly missed by Your Loving Family Football has the highest rate of injury among collision sports. All too often I hear a middle-aged patient tell me that he still feels old football injuries that he received back in high school. This is why childhood football injuries must be taken very seriously... because football injuries sustained by teenagers may persist into adulthood. From bruises of the forearm to serious neck and back in­ juries, football produces a large variety, of injuries affecting the entire body. From head to toe, it’s important for the young athlete to wear properly fitting body protection. Also, to prevent injury, it’s very important for the football player to be well stretched and warmed up prior to playing. Without proper stretching and warmup, a player’s muscles are susceptible to muscle and ligament tears, which are better known as strains and sprains. But whether it’s an ankle sprain or a face mask neck injury, it’s important to see a chiropractor or medical sports physician. All too often, injuries sustained on the playing field are badly under treated, or just plain neglected. Just remember, high school football careers are short lived, but the injuries incurred during these years may last a lifetime. LANDFILL (EBOK CREDIT' 90 Gallon Karl Service Available �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1991 — Page 11 yy Eaton Homemakers' fall tour being planned The Eaton Extension Homemakers invite the public to join them on a fall excur­ sion to Chicago Wednesday, Oct. 30. A color tour will be provid- ed by nature as the bus travels through Michigan’s southwest counties into Illinois. Once in Chicago, the first stop will be the Water Tower Vermontville Woman’s Club to meet A 6:30 p.m. dinner at the United Methodist Church in Vermontville will begin the activities of the Woman’s Club when it reconvenes on Monday, Sept. 9 after the summer break. A program is being plann- ed, and it will include the recognition of past presidents. Interested women in the community are welcome to at­ tend this meeting. Please br­ ing own table service and a dish to pass. Eaton 4-Hers help blue bird population Eaton County 4-H members helped to increase the bluebird population this summer. Spaulding 4-H Club members, under the guidance of club administrative leader Alice Priesman, constructed bluebird next boxes. The next boxes were erected on the west side of the county. This 4-H community ser­ vice project was sponsored by the Department of Natural Resources Non-Game Wildlife Fund and Michigan State University’s Cooperative Extension Service. School Lunch Menus Place, located on the Miracle Mall. Here, one can ex­ perience shopping in a large metropolitan atmosphere. Or individuals can personally take in Chicago sites, such as the Sears Tower, by grabbing a cab. In the afternoon, the tour reconvenes to take in the Chicago Aquarium, which provides a view of aquatic life and delights both young and old. Those who have never visited Chicago may find that this tour will provide a conve­ nient way to travel and take in Barry County COA lunch menu planned— Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 4 Wednesday, Sept. 4 Chicken nuggets, dip, mashed potatoes, bread and butter sandwich, fruit. ♦Salad, *Pizza, mix, cookie. com, fruit Thursday, Sept. 5 Thursday, Sept. 5 ♦Salad, *Goulash, *Com Dog, peas, applesauce, peanut butter sandwich, salad bar. Friday, Sept. 6 . ♦Salad, *Chicken Patty/Bun, *Macaroni/cheese, green beans, pears, peanut butter sandwich. Taco, lettuce and cheese, green beans, peanut. butter sandwich, peaches. Monday, Sept. 9 ♦Salad, *Hamburger/Bun, ♦Cheeseburger/Bun, corn, applesauce. Tuesday, Sept. 10 ♦Salad, *Tuna/Noodle Cass, *Hot Dog/Bun, broc­ coli, peaches, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Friday, Sept. 6 Bar-B-Q Pork on Bun, car­ rot and celery sticks, fruit. Monday, Sept. 9 Hot ham and cheese sand­ wich, green beans, pickles, peaches. Tuesday, Sept. 10 Chicken nuggets, dip, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and butter sandwich, fruit. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 4 EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stocks complete line of... Ravioli, pears, pear, cheese sandwich. Thursday, Sept. 5 Chicken pattie/bun, french fries, applesauce. Monday, Sept. 9 Cheeseburger/bun, pickles, tater rounds, dried fruit mix. Tuesday, Sept. 10 Feista Stix/cheese, peas, pineapple. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost, choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Thursday, Sept. 5 Friday, Sept. 6 Chili concarne, cauliflower, peas, crackers, pudding. Mushroom steak, mashed potatoes, asparagus, bun, fruit. Tuesday, Sept. 10 Turkey ham salad, baked beans, broccoli, bread, fruit cup. Events Wednesday, Sept. 4 Delton, blood pressure; Hastings, Tom Kaufman from Pennock Hospital. Thursday, Sept. 5 Nashville, Bingo. Friday, Sept. 6 - Nashville, popcorn; Hastings, blood pressure. Monday, Sept. 9 - Hastings, popcorn, Jan Hartough with video on gypsy moth at 11 a.m.; Nashville, Jan Hartough with video on gypsy moth at 12 noon. Tuesday, Sept. 10 - All sites puzzles. Lost & Found LOST 2 Holstein heifers, one mostly black, one more white than black. Large plastic ear tags on left ear, last seen headed east of Guy Rd. and north of Bivens Rd. If seen call 852-1935 or 852-9560. Pets PET GROOMING Most breeds. 517-852-0728. National Ads models, guaranteed approval, no down payment, 1-800-233-8286, 24 hours. $11.41 to $14.90/hour. For exam and application information call 1-800-552-3995 ext. MI168. 8am-8pm, 7 days. POSTAL JOBS We would like to thank the following merchants for supporting our 7th Annual Muzzleloader Shoot & Rendezvous: 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE GET A HEAD START WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS Whether you're shopping for better digs, bigger office space or a newer mode of transportation, count on the Classifieds to take the legwork out of the race! ££ And when you've got something to sell, an ad in the Classifieds can put you in the lead at a price so small that anyone can afford to be a sport. So next time you want to get the job done, team up with the Classifieds...and save your running shoes for the gym! Nashville. Thanks to the village workers for getting the field ready for camping. And a big THANK YOU to all our shooters and campers for making this year a success. Hank & Cathy Felder Fork River Free Trappers THE WINNING TEAM YOU AND THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 Nashville Feed & Seed Two JJ C’s Place Maple Valley Real Estate Hecker’s Insurance Country Kettle Nashville Hardware Helmut Kaffee Cafe Mape's Florist Nashville Family Chiropractic Center Carl's Supermarket Power's Service Jerry LaDere mRPLE VALLEY news . We would also like to thank the Fork River Free Trappers members for all the help you did. Thanks for port-a-johns paid by Nashville Chamber of Commerce and Village of (517) 726-0088 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. September 5 - MAEH Rally Day, 1:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. September 5 - Barry County Fair Board, 7:30 p.m., Expo Bldg., Fairgrounds, Hastings. September 5 - 4-H Nonlivestock Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. September 11 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. September 14 - Leader’s Open Horse Show, Fairgrounds. September 15 - 4-H Rodeo Club’s Horse Show, 10 a.m., Fairgrounds. September 16 - 4-H Goat Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Expo Bldg., Fairgrounds. September 18 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. September 19 - Barry County Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Bldg., Fairgrounds. September 23 - County Rabbit Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Bldg., Fairgrounds. AUTOMOBILES BAD CREDIT OKAY '88-’91 • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies Country Video SportsstuH Mace Pharmacy Good Time Pizza Kenny A Pawn Shop Nashville Auto Clay’s Dinner Bell Mussers Service Station Charlie’s South End Shell Bobbie's Nall Service Eaton Federal Savings Bank Ron Clum The Eaton County 4-H Ad­ visory Council will meet Tuesday, Sept. 3, at 7:30 p.m. in Kardel Hall at the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The council meetings are open to all 4-H members, leaders and parents. Prepara­ tions for the November Leader Banquet will be discussed. September 4 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 asparagus, Breast of chicken and sauce, broccoli, carrots, bread, brownies. Friday, Sept. 6 Taco’s/chips, lettuce/cheese, fresh fruit, peanut butter sandwich. 4-H Council to meet Sept. 3 Calendar of Events Wednesday, Sept. 4 Pork stir fry, rice, fruit. Monday, Sept. 9 Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu the sights. The tour cost is $32 per Extension Homemaker member and $35 for non­ members. For more information, contact Thelsa Turner at 543-2899. ...a local paper oftoday! | �Your 24 Hour Classified Placement and Information Line A VOICE COMMUNICATION SERVICE OF J-AD GRAPHICS INC. 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CLASSIFIED 24 is your 24-HOUR classified placement and information line from — a voice communication service of J-Ad Graphics, Inc. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-09-10.pdf c9ac47914b820dc36d74c3da74025143 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121-S. Chur Church St. HASTINGS, IVL' 49w3d-lS93 •«4k <«r« PAID U* *OSTAGt HASTINGS M> *9033 *•"»* Na. f 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. 120 - No. 7 — Tuesday, September 10, 1991 Maple Valley welcomes five new elementary teachers by Susan Hinckley When Maple Valley schools opened recently, students found new faculty members at all three elementary locations in the district. Kellogg and Fuller Street schools in Nashville each have one new teacher while Maplewood has three, one of whom also will serve a dual role at Kellogg. Rebecca Heide, a native of Lake Odessa and August 1991 graduate of Central Michigan University, has taken over the first grade room at Fuller Street Elementary, formerly taught by Holly Rivest. “I am very proud and hap­ py to be a part of the Maple Valley school system,” said Heide. “And I have enjoyed getting to know the people that work here.” Heide is a graduate of Lakewood schools, is single and is currently living in Ver­ montville. Her hobbies in­ clude playing basketball, lif­ ting weights and reading. Lynne Harrison replaces Ice cream social to kick-off Nashville PTO new season J-Ad Graphics News Service A combination ice cream social-open house at two Nashville schools will be the first event of the year spon­ sored by the local Parent­ Teacher Organization. The PTO will be hosts for the events tonight at Fuller Street Elementary and Thurs­ day, Sept. 12, at Kellogg School. The hours for each are 6 to 7:30 p.m. Parents are cordially invited to attend the events, which will give them an opportunity to meet their children’s teachers, tour the classrooms and enjoy an ice cream sundae for only 25 cents, said Janet Adams, PTO public delations officer. . Parents also are reminded to save Campbell Soup labels and, if they shop there, cash registers receipts from Eberhard Super Market. These will help the local schools get special supplies or cash refunds. Under the Eberhard Ap­ preciation Refund Nestegg (EARN) program, the schools receive a refund donation equal to one percent of the total cash register receipts submitted to the company. Campbell Soup labels can be refunded for extraordinary supplies such as computer disks, etc. All meetings of the Nashville PTO are held in the library at the Fuller Street school. The meeting calendar for the school year is Oct. 1, 6:30 p.m.; Nov. 5, 3 p.m.; Dec. 3, 6:30 p.m.; (Jan. 7, 3 p.m.; Feb. 4, 6:30 p.m.; March 3. 3 p.m.; April 7, 6:30 p.m. and May 5, 3 p.m. New members are always welcome. Officers of the organization are Kelly Shaver, president; Ella Allwardt, vice president; Dawn Meade, treasurer; Lesley Schantz, secretary; and Janet Adams, public relations. Nashville Red Cross blood drive falls short of goal Ray Aspinall was one of 44 donors who gave blood in last Wednesday's Red Cross drive in Nashville. With him is Nancy Large, RN, one of several volunteers helping with the event at the United Methodist Church Community Room. The Red Cross blood drive Wednesday in Nashville net­ ted 44 units, 16 short of its goal. Local chairperson Sue Fawley reported that 48 potential donors turned out for the drive at the United Methodist Community Room, but four were disqualified. “We are down from what we normally get,” said Fawley, adding that she does not know the reason for the lower response, but it seems to be the pattern throughout the state. “We generally get about 60 units (in Nashville),” noted Fawley. None of the donors Wednesday qualified for gallon-pin awards. Many of the regular local donors did not show up, said Fawley. The Nashville Lions Club donated money for food serv­ ed to blood donors by the United Methodist Church women. The ladies also made chocolate-chip cookies for the canteen. The next Nashville blood drive is set for Nov. 8 at Maple Valley Junior- Senior High School. All types ofblood are sorely needed by the Red Cross Regional Blood Center. New faculty members at Maplewood Elementary are (from left) Janis Gaubatz (resource room), Jeanne Hansen (Chapter I) and Janice Haag (pre-primary). Hansen also will serve Kellogg School in Nashville. Jamie Johnson as a fifth-grade teacher at Kellogg school. She is a native of South Lyons, and holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Michigan State University. Harrison taught English, science and social studies for one year at a private French school in Redondo Beach, Calif. She also has worked as a substitute teacher for two years in the Detroit area. She is single and is tem­ porarily living with friends in Hastings. She enjoys the out­ doors, reading, camping, music, animals and running. “I hope to implement an ef­ fective, cooperative learning environment this year,” com­ mented Harrison. Janice Haag of Lansing has been hired as teacher of the pre-primary classroom at Maplewood. This is the se­ cond year of the new PPI class, designed for young students needing special help with motor skills who are referred through Eaton In­ termediate School District. Haag holds master’s and Z.A. degrees from Michigan State University and has a bachelor’s degree in elemen­ tary education from Universi­ ty of Michigan. For the past six years she taught children ages 3 to 5 in a private cooperative preschool. Earlier she was teacher of a self­ contained fifth grade and also has taught a class of multiplyhandicapped hearing impaired students. Haag’s husband, Peter, is an engineer consultant for energy projects. The family includes two children: Eric 17, a senior, and Kari, 15, a sophomore. Jeanne Hansen, a 1972 Maple Valley graduate and resident of Vermontville, is the new Chapter I teacher for Maplewood and Kellogg schools. She received a bachelor’s degree from See New teachers, page 2 At the blackboard in her classroom, Rebecca Heide (left), new first grade teacher at Fuller Street Elemen­ tary, pauses for an after-school chat with Lynne Harrrison, new fifth grade teacher at Kellogg Elementary. In This Issue... • Adult learning center opens locally • “Old Timers” renew memories for seniors • Nashville Methodist auction raises over $6,000 • McKeithens to sing in Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1991 Page 2 Adult Learning Center now openin Nashville by Susan Hinckley Classes ^uthe Adult Learn­ ing Center in downtown Nashville started Monday, Sept. 9. This is the second year that classes, sponsored by Maple Valley Community Educa­ tion, have been held in the convenient location at 204 N. Main St. The village-owned building is rented by the Community Education program. From September through May it serves a dual role as a daytime center for adult schooling while continuing as evening meeting quarters for the village council and other municipal boards. Last week, Betty Heidt, supervisor and instructor of the Adult Learning Center, was busy readying the quarters for the new school year. She said present enroll­ ment showed that the Center will have 19 students each of the four days per week that it is open. The Monday through Thursday sessions are held from 8 a.m. through 3:30 p.m., with students having the option ofchoosing morning or afternoon schedules. Students receive guidance and help as needed, but work at their own pace and are responsible for completing outlined steps in their individual curriculum. “Some younger people can’t take independent learn­ ing, but most adults can,’’ noted Heidt. “They can discipline themselves.’* Extensive files provide each student with step-by-step ob­ jectives in each particular sub­ ject they pursue. These can in­ clude classes in accounting, English, GED preparation, government, math, reading, science, social studies and more. Some of the adults who enroll may be illiterate, and this calls for special treament. A volunteer tutor from the Barry County Literacy Coun­ cil, arranged through Hastings City Library, will attend classes with the student to give the individual one-on-one lessons in reading. The federally-funded pro­ gram “helps us train more people to teach more people, ’ ’ said Heidt, who is vice chair of the council. In addition to traditional book learning, the center also offers life skills. Heidt helps Get a new look for. her students learn how to deal with agencies, how to fill out employment applications and “what to say in a job interview.” Heidt is entering her 21st year ofteaching and supervis­ ing adult education classes. A graduate of Nazareth College, she has a master’s degree in school administration from Grand Valley State Universi­ ty. Before joining the Maple Valley program, Heidt was director of adult education at Hastings, from 1972 to 1987. Evening classes ' for adult education and enrichment will start Monday, Sept. 16, at Adult education classes get underway in Maple Valley Betty Heidt, instructor-supervisor, was busy last week filing and doing a multitude of other tasks to get the Maple Valley Adult Learning Center in Nashville ready for the start of classes Monday. New teachers named, Michigan Sate University in home economics along with an elementary endorsement. In 1979 Hansen accepted a position teaching Native American children on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota. She is working toward a master’s degree in Styles-R-Us 224 Main. Nashville 852*1757 WALK-INS SYLVIA HOEVE ^|_COME INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass ....... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ ...6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Sunday School ...... 10 Morn. Worship 11 Evening Service ...... 6 Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. ■ p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . .10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship . .9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. Rev. Bob Kersten from front special education — learning disabilities at the University of South Dakota. Her Chapter I duties for Maple Valley include pro­ viding supplemental reading and math services to targeted students in third through sixth grades. Janis Gaubatz of Charlotte has been hired at Maplewood for a newly-structured post as part-time resource room teacher for fifth and sixth grades. She attended Eastern Michigan University and is currently working on a master’s degree in curriculum and teaching at Michigan State University. She holds a degree in special education K-12; Regular Education K-8; and English K-9. Gaubatz came to Michigan from North Shore Chicago area where her family still lives. Her husband, Mark, is director of special education for Charlotte Public Schools. The family includes two children: Aaron, 9, and Rachel, 8. Church Schedules ST. CYRIL Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School. The 6 to 10 p.m. classes include vocational courses, as well as those re­ quired for a high school diploma. Adult education classes are free to all those who have no high school diploma and to graduates who were under age 20 as of Sept. 1. Other adults must pay a small fee. For more information, call Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School at 852-9275 and ask for the Community Education office or call Heidt at the Learning Center, 852-1630. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship............... 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. 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 Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Adult education daytime thand, business math and classes began this week at the business English. These classes will be held Tuesday learning center in.Nashville. There is still time to enroll and Thursday evenings. in these classes. Those who Register at LCC, or in the have thought about earning a Community Education office high school diploma, may on Monday, Sept. 16, bet­ ween 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. wish to inquire about it. For more information on The learning center is located at 204 N. Main St. and these classes, call the Com­ is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. munity Education office. Monday through Thursday. Classes are three and one half hour blocks oftime and adults Vermontville may take classes any time dur­ Council meeting ing the day. Betty Heidt is the postphoned— teacher in the learning center. Evening classes begin at the The regularly scheduled Jr.-Sr. High School Monday, Sept. 5 meeting of the Ver­ Sept. 16. People may enroll in montville Village Council was any of the classes by calling called off early last Thursday the learning center at when it was learned that a 852-1630, or the Community quorum could not be present Education office at 852-9275. for the session. They may also stop in the Four of the seven members learning center during the must be present for the unit to above and visit the classes. legally conduct business. Several Lansing Communi­ The meeting has been ty College classes are being rescheduled for Thursday, offered at the Jr.-Sr. High Sept. 12. It will be held at School. Some of the classes 7:30 p.m. at Vermontville are college typewriting, shor- Village Hall. Toni’s Style Shop We are here to make you look your best. BVY . WE USE REDKEN PRODUCTS Y Toni Belinda Darlene 5. Mon.-Sat. Tues.-Sat. Appt. Only Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon 4:00 p.m. by Appointment Only WALK-INS WELCOME 111 S. Main, Nashville, Ml 852-9192 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OFBARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School .... 11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. A.M. Service........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ........... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO 301 Fuller St., Nashville FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship..............7 p.m, Wednesday Evening Worship.................... ......... 7 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN REV. ALAN METTLER MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. September 10, 1991 — Page 3 Olmstead and Franklinexchange vows Jody Irene Olmstead and Douglas Paul Franklin were married June 22 at the Church of the Nazarene in Nashville. They were married by Pastor Alan Mettler. The bride is the daughter of Ronald and Ann Olmstead of Vermontville. The groom is the son of Harold Franklin of Vermontville and the late June Franklin. Maid of honor was Tina Snedegar of Vermontville. Walker - Campbell united in marriage Bridesmaids were Lisa Burkett of Bellevue, Andrea Gardner of Nashville and Heather -Hawkins of Nashville. The best man was Matt Ew­ ing of Vermontville. Groomsmen were Kevin Pix­ ley of Nashville, Greg Olmstead, brother of the bride, and Rob Cook of Vermontville. Flower girl was Kelly Wilson, daughter of Bill and Becky Wilson of Nashville. Ring bearer was Andy Franklin, nephew of the groom. Lisa Corkwell sang “You & I" as part of the wedding ceremony. Jim and Lori Olmstead, aunt and uncle of the bride, were host and hostess. A reception at the church followed the ceremony, then a pig roast and dance was held at the Maple Leaf Grange. Special guests were the bride’s grandparents, Howard and Joyce Glommer ofGreen­ ville, Dorothy and Ed Jones of Bellevue and great­ grandmother Essie Vasil of Bellevue. Ruth Gearheart of Howell was the groom’s grandmother. Special people who assisted in the wedding were Diane and Theresa Whitaker, Robin Olmstead, Jennifer Pasch, Maxine Pixley, Anne Ewing and Margaret Cook. After a honeymoon in Ohio at Cedar Point and Sea World, they reside in Vermontville. ^klSluSi Mk n. * *■< S*t«a**>. <*«*> ®W' “ a M 1 “ k)W*i®i« » M)*i® * “B HI pa i M •kt- iltM lo^tirtl M Miii Mk ihmwii ^NiAliW The Olivet Congregational Church was the setting for the 3 p.m. wedding of Amy Walker and E. Joseph Camp­ bell IV on Saturday, July 13. They were married by Dave McAllister, minister ofthe W. Kalamazoo Christian Church. Amy’s full-length dress featured an eight-foot, beaded and appliqued train, a beaded bodice with full, Cinderella sleeves and open back with large bow at the waist. Maid of honor was Kim Bahs, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Joy Hamilton, Diona Morowski and Angie Smith, friends of the bride, and Dawn Root, cousin of the bride. They wore royal blue lace and satin dresses. The best man was John Campbell, brother of the groom. Groomsmen were Bob and Dan Cerutti, cousins of the groom, and Aaron and Dayton Walker, brothers of the bride. They wore fully tailed black tuxes with royal blue tie and cummerbunds. Flower girl and ring bearer Hmimimimmiiiimn j -Maple Valley Athletic Boosters3 I BINGO ’ IH1 J07 li* if I1’ JU S MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA a ■THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. 5 5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 J llllfllllllllilllllllllllllBIli were Sarah and Matthew Todd, children of Rick and Cindy Todd of Charlotte. They were dressed identical to the bridal party. The music selections of the ceremony included Rachael and Brian Lautzenheiser of Charlotte, opening with “Seek Ye, First.” Then Laura Furstenberg, the bride’s roommate at Western Michigan University, sang “Hand in Hand.” Doug Lautzenheiser sang “Household of Faith.” Dur­ ing the lighting of the unity candle, Aaron Walker and Angie Smith sang “To Me.” A dinner reception was held at the Kirk Center, with Doug and Rosemary Lautzenheiser and Rick and Cindy Todd as host and hostess. Special guests were Mr. and Mrs. Walter Wozniak of Alsip, Ill., great-grandparents of the groom, and Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Zindt of Cherokee Village, Ark., grandparents of the groom. Cleo Walker and Cedric and Kathleen Root were grand­ parents of the bride. Dennis and Cindy Walker of Vermontville are the bride’s parents and Ed and Linda Campbell of Portage are the groom’s parents. After a honeymoon trip to Pennsylvania, the couple will reside at the Lincoln Shire Complex of Portage. 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The following are excerpts from The Nashville Ancient History column published in The News from near the turn of the century into the 1930s. Items taken from The News of Saturday, Sept. 10, 1881 — Last week Friday, to all appearances, the brick work to Fred Appelman’s house was finished, but this week he has set window fames and built it one story higher, mak­ ing it three stories high, which leads us to remark that Fred will have the only three-story house in town. — At the school meeting on Monday night, Lemuel Smith and I. N. Kellogg were elected for the full term, and on account of the illegality of the meeting last year, C. Ainsworth and John Fumiss, who have filled the offices the past year, were elected for the remainder of the term, two years. It was voted to have ten months’ school. — The village schools opened Monday with a good attendance, there being enroll­ ed in the principal’s room, 52; in Mrs. Nichols’ room, 50; in Mrs. Hindmarch’s room, 47; and in Miss Allen’s room, 52. — New sidewalks have been built on Phillips, State and Railroad streets. -t- Late potatoes are almost a total failure on account of the drought. — The Woodland oar com­ pany have shipped seven carloads of oars to Jersey City the past week. — Barney Kelly of Ver­ montville threshed 1,360 bushels of wheat in less than 10 hours and made two settings. — The smoke in town has been so thick as to be almost suffocating, supposedly from fires in northern Michigan. Items taken from The News of Saturday, Sept. 10, 1887 — John Perriman has been engaged by our merchants to perform the duties of night watchman. — H. M. Lee’s new place of business in the Boise block is without doubt the finest clothing store between Jackson and Grand Rapids. — Feighner & Kuhlman now have their millinery store opened and it is filled with the choicest of fall hats. — The three little girls from the Boston Baldwin home, who were taken by Mrs. C. Everts, B.F. Reynolds and Isaac Purkey, were sent back to the home Tuesday, not proving fully ac­ ceptable to the parties. — J. B. Messimer com­ menced teaching a term of school in the Palmer district, Maple Grove, Monday. The only three-story home in Nashville was under construction in September 1881 by Fred Appelman. He surprised local residents by adding a third floor to hiis nearly-completed two-story brick, located on the south side of Reed Street near its junction with Main (on property now occupied by Marathon C-Store). For many years the building was used as an apartment house. Items taken from The News of Friday, Sept. 12, 1890 — Thomas Purkey left Wednesday for Gaylord, where he will plaster the newly-built school house. — Miss Kate Dickinson, in company with her father, left for Chicago Tuesday morn­ ing, where she will enter the conservatory of music. — Henry Roe is overhaul­ ing and painting his old meat market building, and it will be occupied by Miss Lulu Feighner. — The M. B. Brooks evaporating (apple drying) plant on East Sherman Street is running night and day at present and employs 54 hands, 37 of whom are at work during the day and the remainder at night. The mill has a capacity of 150 barrels every 10 hours, and Mr. Brooks has apple buyers at nearly every town in this vicinity. — Henry Gross has moved in C. M. Putnam’s building, north of Putnam Bros.’ hard­ ware store. — Omo Strong, formerly publisher of The News, has been elected a member of the board of education of Tacoma, Wash., and is now chairman of the committee on teachers and salaries. Through his influence, Prof. J. W. Roberts, formerly prin­ cipal ofthe Nashville schools, has been appointed principal ofthe Tacoma High School at a salary of $2,000 per year. Items taken from The News of Friday, Sept. 11, 1891 — A team of colts belong­ ing to John Kilpatrick, living in Woodland Township, ran away with him last Wednes­ day. Mr. Kilpatrick was mow­ ing clover in a field by the road, when his team became unmanageable. No damage was done except breaking his mower up considerably. — Another narrow escape from fire the other evening. A lamp in the rear ofthe Buel & White’s store set fire to the ceiling and had a pretty little blaze started in the garret when it was discovered by outsiders and put out. — It is expected that work on the six-inch test well for the water works will be com­ menced today. — The Lentz Table Co. commenced work on their new plant (on what was to become Lentz Street). — Glenn Young exhibits a carrot 28 inches in length, which was raised on his father’s farm, north of the village. — Charles Wolcott made three successful parachute drops at Traverse City last week. (Wolcott, formerly of Nashville, in the 1890s achieved an international reputation as a fearless aeronaut who parachuted from hot air balloons. In a performance at Charlotte in 1890 he jumped from a bum- One hundred years ago this month, a lamp in the rear of Buel and White's store set fire to the ceiling and had a "pretty little blaze" started in the attic before it was spotted by passersby. From left in this early photo are Charles Raymond, William Buel, Cort Wilkinson, John Barry, Reuben Kuhlman and Jerry VanNocker. Today, Nashville Coin-Op Laundromat occupies this site. ing balloon, but his luck ran out on a South American tour several years later when he broke his back after bailing out too soon for the chute to fully open.) Items taken from The News of Friday, Sept. 9, 1892 —• Quite animated was the annual school meeting held at the opera house Monday evening. Lively battles of words occurred between several of our prominent citizens and scintillations of wit were frequent. H. R. Dickinson was re-elected a member of the school board, and about the only other business of importance tran­ sacted was the passage of a resolution to employ no teachers who hold only third grade certificates. — Frank Treat has returned to Nashville and is running the poolroom in the old Union House. — Grain is coming into town rapidly. — Henry Kunz has his new home in the Phillips Addition nearly completed...Rev. P. Scheurer’s new house in the Phillips Addition is nearing completion. — Downing & Co.’s new building is nearly completed. — Quite a little lightweight silver was taken in by our merchants this week but no steps were taken to apprehend the stranger who passed it. — Another test was given the new water works Tuesday afternoon. Three streams were thrown, but only one of them reached the required distance and that was thrown with the wind. The pumps pounded badly and the test was altogether unsatisfactory. A conference was held in the evening between the contrac­ tors and the board of water commissioners, in which the latter demanded in plain language that the works be completed according to con­ tract without further delay and the contractors expressed their willingness to fulfill their part of the contract as soon as possible. Six weeks time was granted them. — Jerry and Al VanNocker started for the north Monday with eight horses for sale. — E. A. Phillips has left the employ of Frank McDerby and expects to embark in the grocery business for himself at Vermontville. D. A. Green takes his place at McDerby’s. Items taken from The News of Friday, Sept. 15, 1899 — Thomas Purkey has been awarded the contract for building the abutments for the new bridge at Gregg’s Crossing, the contract price being $173. — The bridge men have finally arrived and work is progressing rapidly on the structure over the Thornapple at the north end of Main street. The bridge will be open for traffic the latter part of next week. . — Toot Beigh is building a new office at his place on South Main Street.. — The Rev. and Mrs. A. T. Waterman left yesterday to take up their new residence at Washington, D.C., where they have a son employed in the government printing office.. Monday morning for Hastings, where they will attend the Normal this school year. — The Ward Quick store is being vastly improved in appearance the past week by having a new front put in. — A fan attached to a blower in W. E. Shields’ plan­ ing mill went to pieces Monday and made things very live­ ly around the mill for a time. — The hottest weather of the summer has been with us this week. — W. H. Burd has purchased of Harry Mayo, administrator of the Margaret Burgess estate, the brick residence at the east end of Maple Street (on Middle Street) and has broken ground for a new six-room cottage on Items taken from The News the north end ofthe lot, which he will construct at once. of Friday, Sept. 11, 1903 — John H. Barrow of — Preparations for the new depot are going on very slow- Jackson, has purchased the ly and while it seems that little McDerby shoe store, which has been done toward that he is invoicing. — There was a deficit of end, it must be remembered that good things come slow. $11.82 reported from the The company requires that the Harvest Festival. Officers of village donate a small piece of the permanent association to land, which is the chief source hold over were E. B. Townof delay at present. (The send, pres., H. D. Wotring, depot, now the local VFW secretary; N. Wenger, hall, was built the following treasurer. — Frank Lentz received year.) — Clyde White has ac­ last week a 25-pound salmon cepted a position as telegraph from a friend, H. B. Driscoll, at Bellingham, Wash. operator at Hastings. — A. C. Buxton has sold — A water main across the this week, to Jarvis & Sons Machine company of Lans­ river has been taken apart this ing, a 20-horsepower vertical week and lowered to prevent freezing in severe weather. engine. — The carpenters are again The town was without fire working on the Evangelical protection or city water for Church (renovation) and the three days while repairs were members are in hopes of being made, owing to a faulty holding regular services in gate at the north end of the their new edifice soon. street. — There are a lot of — Elias Lockhart received subscribers who ought to be a couple of valuable additions to his museum last week from dropping in with their dollars B. B. Wilcox, who presented nowadays. Don’t wait for a him with a piece of petrified statement because it costs wood from the petrified money to send them out, and forests ofArizona, and a stone we haven’t the money to from the Catalina Islands in spare. But just be a good California. fellow and drop in and pay it — The Farmers’ Picnic at while you think about it. You Thomapple Lake last week know we have to pay off our was a success in every par­ printers every Saturday night, ticular. A large crowd attend­ and it takes money to do that. ed and eveyone seemed to have a good time. The Hon. P. T. Colgrove and J. C. Ket­ National Ads cham of Hastings were pre­ sent and gave interesting ASSEMBLY WORKERS: talks. earn excellent income for light assembly work. 504-646-1700. Items taken from The News Dept P4255. of Thursday, Sept. 13, 1906 AUTOMOBILES BAD — Ernest Appelman and CREDIT OKAY ’88 ’91 the Misses Nettie Ackett, Etta models, guaranteed approval, no Pennock, Agnes Bachellor down payment, and Daisy Scothome left 1-800-233-8286, 24 hours. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. September 10, 1991 — Page 5 (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH fiwn STRCCT MCCMOnTUIUC. PlicHIG«n 49096 HASHMiae 3 (517) 852-1717 OPEN HOUSES • SUNDAY, SEPT. 15 1:00 to 2:30 P.M. McKeithens to sing in Nashville £”CS •* ’“Si S •\\ it.'. iJt.'. Si. S*. The McKeithens, Tim and wife Dixie and daughter Angelina, will be in concert at 7 p.m. Sunday at the Nashville Baptist Church. Tim and Dixie both sang with the Hemphills Quartet forr a number of years before they joined with their daughter to form this gospel trio. Angelina was nominated by Cash Box magazine as New Female Gospel Vocalist of the Year when she was 16 years old. Now 18, she plays guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and harmonica. Her mother plays piano and is a songwriter. VERY NICE 4 BEDROOM HOME LOCATED AT 504 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE - Home features living, dining and TV rooms, screened porch, fenced back yard, double garage and a double lot. It has just been painted and is ready to move into! Owners are very anxious and ready to sell! LETTER TO THE EDITQR: s JCy'lu'JS5Vs hiL p■CS'lla-t'vJS'5Vk) hiL hhiL. *iL'. ,pSl-vk ,ppSl-v'k -S Kl*-:v*"'k* *ib *ib"ti *.,i U „,„ fc; »h __ ^SlitHttii te (a ® ft ■bWaaw •iBMJatBi »V* JtsaiMi.# ir.Xils® rtn -talfcn rw- ffiusras's M2 !th«& MM unx JK -'itewiJfUtf (a) tilgiBiilit ji tatoita' EJ inaKut jj. wjwbEHm iyi V-• .j.. Kcrary: S. W I®8 -Fnila^' siai^® jcMiftalll®®1 jjejsia.'*s _A«CMH3,! jetoto^' td^'J gf lW" 1"««!* 1 S S! K KK K**;i K 1 Remembering a friend and colleague To the editor: My longtime friend and col­ league cannot hear these words of eulogy. If they can bring comfort and solace it will be to the family and friends who loved him. However, in life Gerald Siple knew of my respect and affection. We were colleagues in local and county govern­ ment for many years. We shared many of the same con­ victions and concerns and sup­ ported each other. We worked together to make the dream of the Eaton County Medical Care Facility a reality. I had the honor or chairing the committee, but on the floor of the Eaton County Board of Supervisors, Gerald was always there with his sup­ port. In his own community, he worked for the passage of the small county millage that made construction possible, along with a Hill-Burton grant through the State Health Department. For a number of years he was an active member of the Barry-Eaton Health District Board, named to the position by his chairman and fellow supervisors. I believe that my memory is correct in recalling that Gerald was the first member of the Community Mental Health Board to serve from Eaton County. His desire and motivation was always to serve the best interests of his constituents and his own conscience. Our friendship grew throughout the years. When the time came that I began to serve the people of Vermont­ ville on the County Board of Commissioners, Gerald was always a constitutent I could count on for advice, counsel and support. I was thinking this morning of the late winter of 1988, when I was confined to the boundaries of our home after having gone through quadru­ ple by-pass surgery. Gerald Siple visited me and spent most of an afternoon reminiscing and sharing memories. I will never forget his kindness. At one time, I “unbraided” for not letting me know that he was to go to the hospital for surgery of his own. I only knew about it after reading his card of thanks after he got home. His response was, “I did not want people to know.” He was a private person. Over the past couple of years, I have visited him many times in the Eaton County Medical Care Facili­ ty, one that he himself helped build. It was always agony to see a friend incapacitated and We Now Have MYLAR & LATEX BALLOONS for all $ OCCASIONS i i i Just arrived ... Maple Valley Balloons Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville Phone — 852-2050 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily J J* •iLFino suffering as he did. Less than a month ago I saw him for the last time. He could not speak in a manner that could be understood, but he gripped my hand. Gerald does not leave behind great riches or even great fame. He leaves the in­ comparable wealth of the heritage of a man of integrity and purpose, who loved and lived for his family and friends, and not himself. The union of Gerald . and Madeline for over 50 years leaves us all the legacy of two wonderful people who took the vows of marriage seriously. “To have and to hold, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health and ’till death do us part.” Such a legacy is a challenge to our day and this generation. Madeline, with her great love and devotion, literally wore herself out going to the facility day after day and sit­ ting with Gerald, no matter what the weather and road conditions were. She has endeared herself to the staff. The administrator, who is a personal friend, has often told me what a truly great lady she is. Madeline Siple gave her all to the husband and father she loved, but it is with the knowledge that had the situa­ tion been reversed, it would have been Gerald by her side. This is of great comfort to her and her family. I leave the memory of my friend trusting in the wonder­ ful verse in Samuel, “Man looks on the outside, but God looks on the heart!” What a comfort and pro­ mise to all of us! Edgar Fleetham Sunfield Miscellaneous GET IT DONE in ’91. Carpet that room at affordable prices, $ 1 per sq. yard and up. Kathy’s Carpet’s, 2154 Gun Lake Rd., (M-37), Hastings, MI 49058, next to Bob’s Gun & Tackle, seaming and carpet binding available. (616) 948-8334. DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION! Only $59,900 buys this excellent ranch home located at 410 Third Street in Sunfield. Owner will carry a land contract with only 15% down to qualified buyer. Immediate possession. Florida owners say sell! Plan to visit both of these properties on the 15th! BACK ON THE MARKET! ONLY $15,000 BUYS THIS HOME that needs lots of work on approx. 15 acres of land. Land contract terms! ’Charlotte Schools - 3 bedroom home on approx. 10 acres ’Priced at $58,900 (CH-108) ’Still lots of time to enjoy the lake. Great sandy beach location on Thornapple Lake ’Completely remodeled *Walk-out basement, porches (M-39) ’Only $30,000 with land contract terms to qualified buyer ’Nice three bedroom home, garage, corner lot (N-81) ’Looking for a home in the country with a few acres? rjjrawi ’Be sure to see this 3 bedroom home on approx. 4 acres with barn ’Good paved road location (CH-105)’ Just $36,000 buys this home located on a NASHVILLE - 3 bedroo %A^-'eled borne. large corner lot ’Ideal starter or retirement property (N-79) SOLD IN ONE DAY! — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Cindy Doolittle 726-0805 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1991 — Page 6 'Old Timers' renew memories for Oak View seniors Pete Dull's Old Timers band keeps a busy schedule. This Wednesday stop at the Oak View adult foster care home was one of three appearances that afternoon. by Susan Hinckley Come Exercise With Us!! Mon./Wed. 6-7 pm • Fuller Street Elementary Gym Hi / Low Impact AEROBICS Toning & Stretching 10 CLASSES - s20.00 WALK-INS - $3.00 Call Maple Valley Community Ed — for more information — 852-9275 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate StaffWriter For Cameron McIntyre, the monthly performance by the Old Timers band at the Oak View adult foster care home brings back fond memories of his violin-playing days. Each time the group ar­ rives, the 89-year-old resident ofthe home brings out a violin he has owned for 50 years and asks one of the group to play it. Because of hearing pro­ blems, the former area school teacher is no longer able to play his prized instrument, a copy of a Stradivarius. “Good pitch is necessary for one to play a violin well,” MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HWIS WARRANTY ’ Multiple Listing Seerrvviiccee(IMMLLSS1! » Home Warranty Available REALTOR'' JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR DOC OVERHOLT SANDY LUNDQUIST 726-0223 ....... 852-1740 ....... 852-1543 .Eves. 2?5DVuliJnRiECHER GARRY KNO.LL.................... ............... Eves. 852-0786 JERI BAKER......................... .................... 726-1171 tim BURD 852-2012 Congratulations, Don! ON 7 ACRES $44,900! OWNERS ANXIOUS! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1987 Redman Manufac­ tured Home. Outbuildings & fruit trees. Nice "country set­ ting." Land contract terms. Near MV High School. Land contract terms possible. (CH-377) 80 ACRE FARM ■ $79,900! North of Nashville - 2 story, 3 bedroom home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog barn, 36x48 basement barn. Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) NOW AT $67,500!! EAST OF VER­ MONTVILLE - 3 bedroom ranch. Built in 1972. New oak kitchen, nice fenced yard with trees, 2 car garage, plus extra 32x24 garage. 22 miles to Lansing Mall. Maple Valley k Schools. (CH-386) NOW $49,900!! NASHVILLE ■ S BEDROOMS, with 3 full baths. Many newer improvements, 2 car garage & large breezeway. (Could be 8 rooms plus 3 room efficiency apart­ ment). Call Doc. (N-367) “Salesperson of the Month” for August DON STEINBRECKER NEW LISTING: SMALL HORSE FARM ON APPROX. S ACRES Large 5 bedroom farmhouse with natural wood trim, 2 full baths, new kitchen, formal dining room, large deck, nice barn "set-up" with 3 box stalls & 3 standing stalls plus tack room. Good location. Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (CH-390) WE NEED LISTINGS! Good “marketable” properties for "qualified” buyers — country homes on small acreage, Maple Valley School District and homes in Nash­ ville or Vermontville. Please give us « call if you are thinking of selling! NEW LISTING: “IN COUNTRY” • 2 BEDROOM BUNGALOW With walkout basement, on 3 acres — corner lot with trees, black­ top road. Maple Valley Schools. Listed at $38,900. Call Don. (CH-391) VACANT LAND 22 ACRE PARCEL ville on of Nash(X-247) NEAR VERMONTVILLE 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 10 ACRE PARCELS - Three to choose from - blacktop road near Vermontville. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract A performance by the Old Timers is a highlight for residents of Oak View, some of whom are seen here with the band. Seated from left are May Schultz, Gladys Cook, Dorothy Dell, Hazel Conyer, Arloa Newton (behind sofa) and Thelma Wickham (extreme right). Standing (from left) are resident Cameron McIntyre with his violin, and band members Joe Andrews, Lloyd Peck, Doris Catlin, and Pete Dull. says McIntyre, who in the 1930s played one summer with the orchestra of what is now Western Michigan University. He studied violin for 40 years under tutelage of Joe Mix, a music legend in Barry County. Now McIntyre is the sole male client-resident of the home, situated in a park-like setting along M-79 just west of Quimby. All the residents there say they enjoy the mon­ thly visits of Pete Dull and his Old Timers. Others in the band include Doris (Dull) Catlin of Clarksville; Joe Andrews of Nashville; Lloyd Peck of Bat­ tle Creek, and (when a piano is available) Diane Smith of Nashville. The group averages about 20 such appearances per month except in the summer. Last Wednesday after­ noon’s schedule included Oak View, followed by perfor­ mances at Tendercare of Hastings and the Tick Tock Restaurant south of Hastings. In the evening, they planned to join a regular Wednesday night jam session at Maple Grove Community Center in Nashville. Sunday, the Old Timers were slated to be in Marshall where they were invited to play for the annual Historic Homes Tour. Hymns and polkas are among traditional favorites enjoyed by their senior audiences. “We old-timers are sold on polkas,” laughed McIntyre. Between selections he showed some early photos of his days as a teacher in rural Barry County schools during the 1930s. He taught at Quim­ by, Podunk and at Norton school, south of Nashville in Maple Grove Township. After nine years, he gave up teaching to become a contrac­ tor for 40 years. McIntyre recalled one year when Maple Grove con­ solidated two rural schools, giving him 53 students, rang­ ing from first through eighth grades for two years. “That was some job,” observed McIntyre. “It couldn’t be done today.” At Oak View, McIntyre is close to his roots. He grew up two miles east of Quimby, near the Castleton-Hastings township line. Cameron McIntyre recalls the 1930s when he played violin with the orchestra of what is now Western Michigan University. The 89-year-old former contrac­ tor also remembers his years as a teacher in rural Barry County schools. Tobias-Mason Insurance Short Term Medical 30-180 Days Coverage Valuable protection when you are: • • • • • Between Employment Recently Graduated or On Vacation From College On Strike In between group enrollment Phone 517-852-2005 THANK YOU Vermontville Fire Dept. For sponsoring our team in the Chamber of Commerce Co-ed Softball Tournament on Sept. 7th Kevin Stewart and Team Members �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1991 — Page 7 Woodland Eagles club awards scholarships Superintendent's Corner— Two 1991 graduates from financial need, choice of col­ Maple Valley, Derek Brown lege and planned major or and Sheryl Finkler, were course of study. awarded $500 toward their Profits from the breakfasts higher education from the on the first Sunday go to Woodland Eagles, and at the benefit other Eagles projects same time, Heather Nelson and for building upkeep. and Marsha Hardy, The Woodland Eagles have Lakewood High School a club room on North Main graduates, each received a Street in Woodland and hold $500 scholarship. Nelson bingo games several times a lives in Sunfield and Hardy week for other .charities and lives in Clarksville. projects. Woodland Eagles hold two Sunday morning buffet breakfasts a month all year, Project planning meeting on the first and third Sundays. Profits from the breakfasts on New ideas and project re­ the third Sunday are set aside quirements and workshops for for scholarships for Maple all non-livestock project areas Valley and Lakewood will be shared at the 1992 pro­ graduates. ject planning meeting. Recipients of these Eagles 4-H leaders, teen leaders scholarships are selected on and parents are invited to at­ various criteria, including tend Monday, Sept. 16, at grades, family situation. 7:30 p.m. in Kardel Hall. On School’s of choice By Ozzie D. Parks There has been much written and discussed in the media about schools of choice.” I though perhaps some explanation and discussion locally would be beneficial. The schools of choice concept is designed to provide parents with an opportunity to select the school they most de . ire for their children to attend. The idea and practice began in our large cities and has been reportedly particularly successful in Harlem, New York. Obviously, the concept is most easily implemented in an area where there are many schools in close proximity and operated by a single school district. The concept has been tried in states such as Wisconsin and Minnesota and has been considered for Michigan. The preliminary discussion in our state has centered around giving parents a choice within their school district. The obvious limitation for districts such as ours is that there are only two elementary schools and one high school in the district, pro­ viding limited choices. Does this mean that we have no choice? No it does not. One ofthe choices open to us is choosing another school by moving to another district. That choice has been with us for many years. Another choice open to us is to choose to make the schools we have better for our children. How can we make the latter choice? There are a number of ways. Consider these possible actions: 1. Let your school representatives, administrators and staff members know what you would like to have improved in your present schools. Your input can make a big difference. 2. Become a part of your schools’ planning and support groups. These groups have considerable influence in determin­ ing the programs and characteristics of our schools. 3. Support your school financially. Choosing better and the best education can be expected to cost more than poor, fair or good education. That is a fact of the marketplace. Schools are also businesses. People usually choose to live in communities like ours because they enjoy the rural and small town environment, in­ cluding some ofthe friendliest and best people in the world. It would be a shame if these people did not feel that they could move if they wanted to or to choose to have outstanding schools here as well as elsewhere. I hope that you will exercise the choices open to you. Ifyou want the “best oftwo worlds,” I recommend choosing the best possible school in the best possible community. Hopefully, you will find that choice results in you ending up right here! disappointments CE Easy entryway for the Senior Citizen or for the person in a wheelchair or walker. Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family OPEN: Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lk. Rd. 852-9481 Diana Kuempel See our FIBERGLASS F FURNITURE Visitors to Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville are greeted by this impressive new sign designed and made this past summer by Glenn Gurd (in photo). In keeping with Maple Valley's school col­ ors, the approximately 4x6-foot sign features hand­ cut blue letters affixed to a white background. It is topped with a symbolic red apple. Gurd made the sign at the request of Nancy Potter, Fuller-Kellogg principal. Free delivery on •15.00 orders & up HOURS: Open Mon.-Fii. •Ill 8 p.m.; Sat. ’til 5:30 A name in /lowers /lowers since since 1954 109 West State St. — Hastings LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment SERVICES- Backhoe bam cleaning, general excavating, sand and gravel delivery. Lowest rates. 1-517-852-2278.___________ DELIVERING SAND, gravel and fill. Cafi 948-2909 or 945-4894._________________ LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thru Friday. Satellite Service. ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a caU - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945,___________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER Aveeno Bar Children’s Tylenol CHEWABLES AMECNO WlEBS . Aveeno Anti­ Itch Cream ।. 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KILLS “BARGAIN OF THE WEEK” Opti-Free Disinfecting »4«» Solution 12 oz........................ Flex-Care 12 oz... •5*’ Opti-Zyme Cleaning Tablets 24 s »iltly|pl Clairol Condition 7 oz Mousse 6 oz. or Gel 4 oz. 00 »6‘» Opti-Zyme Daily Cleaner 12 ec... •3” Tears or Tears II Naturale 15 mi....................... »4»» - YOUR CHOICE - HOURS: 9 o.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1991 — Page 8 Barry County Lunch menu, events planned Wednesday, Sept. 11 Pork stir fry, asparagus, rice, fruit. Thursday, Sept. 12 Sausage and sauerkraut, carrots, bread, dessert. Friday, Sept. 13 Turkey and gravy, whipped potatoes, mixed vegetables, bread, fruit. Monday, Sept. 16 Chicken sauce ’em, red School Lunch Menus Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 11 ♦Salad, *Burritos/sauce, ♦Burritos-no sauce, peas, pears. Thursday, Sept. 12 ♦Salad, *Fishwich/bun, ♦Stew and biscuit, french fries, fruit cocktail, garlic bread, salad bar. Friday, Sept. 13 ♦Salad, *Pizza, corn, peaches. Monday, Sept. 16 ♦Salad, *Ham and cheese/bun, *Corn Dog, green beans, pears. Tuesday, Sept. 17 ♦Salad, *Chicken patty/bun, *Macaroni/cheese, mixed veg., applesauce, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 11 Sapghetti-O’s, com, jelly sandwich, pears. Thursday, Sept. 12 Taco, lettuce and cheese, green beans, peanut butter sandwich, peaches. Friday, Sept. 13 Bar-B-Q Pork on Bun, car­ rot and celery sticks, fruit. Monday, Sept. 16 Pizza, corn, pickles, applesauce. Tuesday, Sept. 17 Cheeseburger on bun, french fries, peas, mixed fruit. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 11 R-E-Q/bun, green beans, pear, cookie. Thursday, Sept. 12 Pizza, com, cherry sauce. Friday, Sept. 13 Breakfast for lunch, french toast, sausage liinks, applesauce, juice. Monday, Sept. 16 Hotdog/bun, peas, peaches. Tuesday, Sept. 17 Taco’s/chips, lettuce/cheese, fruit mix, butter sandwich. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. potatoes, okra, bread, plums. Tuesday, Sept. 17 Macaroni and ham, cheese, broccoli, carrots, fruit. Events Wednesday, Sept. 11 Delton, Pete Dull and friends, senior conference; Hastings, singalong. Thursday, Sept. 12 Nashville, Bingo. Friday, Sept. 13 Nashville, popcorn. Monday, Sept. 16 Hastings, Anna Cairns with her slides; Nashville, Tom Kaufman with video of hospital. Tuesday, Sept. 17 - All sites puzzles. Enrichment classes to start soon Several Maple Valley enrichment classes will begin soon. Gymnastics will begin again Thursday, Sept. 12, and will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. Gymnastics is open to boys and girls 4 years old and up. It is open to beginners, as well as those who have had some experience. Other youth enrichment classes beginning in the next few weeks are: computer class of third through eighth grade, jazz class for 7-to- 12-yearolds, karate and baton twirl­ ing. Hunter safety will be held Sept. 23, 24 and 25 in the high school auditorium. On the 23rd and 24th, the classes will run from 6 to 9 p.m. and on the 25th, class will be from 5 to 9 p.m. To enroll a child in any of these programs, call the Com­ munity Education office at 852-9275. — MAPLE VALLEY — ADULT EDUCATION High School Completion & vocational Classes Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. FREE to the high school graduate who is under 20 by 9/1/91. All other adults may take a class for $30.00 for 8 weeks. ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES — MONDAY thru THURSDAY 204 N. Main Street, Nashville 8:00 A.M.-3:30 P.M. • DAYTIME CLASSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 9,1991 • Attend classes any time during the above hours. Accounting Government Global Issues Consumers Education Math U.S. History English Reading Writing GED Preparation Science And More!! EVENING CLASSES — MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL 6:00-10:00 P.M. • EVENING CLASSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 16, 1991 • MONDAY Government Office Update Basic Office Skills Electronic Typewriters Calculators Dictaphone New Office Procedures Accounting Typing, Beg.-Adv. TUESDAY Science Basic Math thru Algebra Computer Science Choice of: Intro to Computers Appleworks Computerized Accounting Computer Literacy Welding & Machine Shop WEDNESDAY THURSDAY U.S. History GED Preparation Writing Workshop Word Processing, Beg.-Adv. English Reading Improvement Woodworking & Furniture Making ENROLL NOW! Maple Valley Community Education 12:00 Noon to 8:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday • 852-9275 • obituaries Maureen Burnham (Reenie) Clarence C. Hartma HASTINGS Clarence C. Hartman, 81 of 5573 Chief Noonday Road, Hastings, passed away Tuesday, Septembers, 1991 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Hartman was bom on June 15, 1910 in Custer, the son of Charles and Betty (Nelson) Hartman. He was raised in the Scottville area and attended schools there. He came to the Hastings area in November 1951 from Scottvil­ le and has resided at his present address on Chief Noonday Road since 1970. Mr. Hartman was married to Edith H. Dixon on July 20, 1929 at Crown Point, Indiana. Mr. Hartman’s employment included: farming and a school bus driver for Hastings schools for 25 years, retiring in 1978. He had previously owned and operated the former Highlan­ der Restaurant in Hastings for about five years and also the Trading Post Tack Shop for over 10 years. He was a long-time member and past officer of the Barry County Sheriffs Posse, long- Gerald Charles Siple__ VERMONTVILLE - Gerald Charles Siple, 79 of Vermont­ ville, passed away Sunday, September 1,1991 at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mr. Siple was bom in Ches­ ter Township, Eaton County, the son ofBen and Ruby (Bursley) Siple. He was a lifelong farmer, a Vermontville Township Supervisor and a member of the Farm Bureau for 37 years, where he started Farm Bureau’s Blue Cross in Vermontville in 1952, a member of the Woodlawn Thank You CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank the Nurses in 2C for all the good care that was given to me during my stay at Pennock Hospital. A special thanks to Dr. James Weatherhead for his care. . Also, thanks for the visits and all the cards I received. Lawrence Jarrard Lost & Found LOST 2 Holstein heifers, one mostly black, one more white than black. Large plastic ear tags on left ear, last seen headed east of Guy Rd. and north of Bivens Rd. If seen call 852-1935 or 852-9560. Pets PET GROOMING Most breeds. 517-852-0728. Help Wanted EARN EXTRA MONEY. Christmas Around The World is hiring demonstrators in your area. No collections, no delive­ ries. $300 sample kit provided. Call Teresa, 517-627-4524. GRAPE PICKERS WANTED. FULL BASKET ORCHARD AND VINYARD. 8301 VALLEY, VERMONT­ VILLE. 726-1102. UTILITY COMPANY JOBS Start $7.80/$15.75/hour, your area. Men & women needed, no experience necessary. For infor­ mation call 1-900-370-4562, ext #4317,9am-9pm, 7 days. $12.95 fee. Recreation FOR SALE: 14ft. fiberglass boat, with motor & trailer, 50HP Mercury with controls. 4 seats, electric start, $750 or best offer. Call 852-1968. time 4-H leader, Hastings COLDWATER - Maureen Moose Lodge and Past Gover­ Burnham (Reenie), 67 of nor, former member of the Coldwater and formerly of Hastings First United Method­ Sunfield, passed away Friday, ist Church. August 30,1991 at Communi­ Mr. Hartman is survived by ty Health Center of Branch three sons, Charles Hartman of County in Coldwater. Evart, Gary Hartman of HastMrs. Bumham was a former ings, Carl Hartman of Bay member ofthe Lioness Club of City; two daughters, Ardith Sunfield and was a former Boulter ofOtsego, Judy Seeber employee at the Mapes Furniof Hastings; 18 grandchildren, ture Company of Sunfield. 19 great-grandchildren; three She was the daughter of sisters, Doris Dillon of Scot- Clara and Frank Hoag, born on tville, Dorothy Underwood of March 31, 1923 in Jackson. Dowagiac, Edith Anderson of She was preceded in death New Port Richey. by her mother and father; a He was preceded in death by sister, Ardene Norton; a his wife, Edith on May 15, brother, Wendall Hewitt; her 1984. husband, Willard H. Childers; Funeral services were held one child, Macie D. Childers. Friday, September 6 at the Mrs. Bumham is survived Wren Funeral Home with by her daughter, Brenda S. Reverend Philip L. Brown Childers; son, Richard B. Chilofficiating. Full Sheriff ders; grandch,ildren, Lisa Ann, Department honors were also Richard Jr., Macie D. and conducted. Burial was at the Michale (twins); nieces, Rutland Township Cemetery.Miriam Howk, Caroline,; Memorial contributions nephews, Frank L. Noragan, may be made to Barry County Michael D. Noragan and Commission on Aging- Russell L. Noragan, Donald Alzheimers Group.. Norton, Lyman Norton and John A. Custer. Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 3 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel Sunfield, with Cemetery Board for 22 years, a the Reverend Ward D. Pierce member of the Vermontville of the Lakewood United Congregational Church and a Methodist Church officiating. former Eaton County For those wishing, contribu­ Commissioner. tions may be made to the Mr. Siple is survived by his Sunfield Lioness Club in wife, Madeline; son, Robert memory of Mrs. Bumham. (Lois) Siple of Vermontville, Burial was in the East Sebewa four grandchildren, Janice Cemetery. Crane of Nashville, Mark Siple of Vermontville, Michael Siple of California, Dan Siple of Vermontville; four great­ grandsons, Keith and Matthew Siple, Ben and Vincent Shepherd. He was preceded in death by Air compressors, air tools, air his son, Raymond Siple in accessories, socket sets, 1959. power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking Funeral services were held equipment, tool boxes and Wednesday, September 4, at cabinets, drill press and ac­ the First Congregational cessories, vises, fans. Church in Vermontville with Reverend Paul N. Mergener officiating. Burial was in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Arrangements were made Ionia, Ml » 616-527-2724 by the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. TOOLS Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) — hours — 8 a m-to 5 P-mM°FXhrU 726-0319 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml SPECIAL OF THE WEEK— Clear wood Preservative 188 FWlhait Owla ll P9a8in8 tI I . Flat House Paint OTHER PAINTS ALSO ON SALE - CALL TO ASK Vermontville Hardware DOUG and JULIE DURKEE 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml Open Mon-Frl 8:30^; Sat 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 726-1121 MM �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1991 _Page 9 Nashville United Methodist holds auction, raises over $6,000 L^SE& ?.W‘ isMife Going, going, gone! The auction action was fast at Friday sale, but the preponderance of items necessitated dual auctioneering to get the job done by nightfall. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter * ?h*W ih ES kMk A cookie jar that brought $200! That was one indication of the overwhelming success of Friday’s benefit auction for the Nashville United Methodist Church building fund. When the final tally was made, more than $6,000 had been raised to help finish the interior of a wing added to the 1881 church last winter. A plethora ofdonated goods stretched out in multiple rows over several hundred feet of Laura McIntyre’s yard at 940 N. Main St. attracted the at­ tention of curious M-66 motorists and drew a crowd of several hundred browsers and bidders to the late afternoon event. The auction started at 4 p.m. but the quantity ofgoods to be sold required the threeman team from Stanton’s Auctioneering of Vermont- fe®_""k£s!ta _""k£s!ta n....ot w not ik tp fcs TOOLS '•rnirtoiaixesona, socket sets, Ki :$. raM<: wretWtaK awts.W(«sMr tSSWWta nt jlfeWMW bfrlll'WW Volunteers unloaded countless truckloads of goods all day Thursday and most of Friday to get ready for the benefit auction. Here, (from left) Willard Myers, Carroll Lamie, Michael Meade, and Norman Stanton unload a clawfoot bathtub, one of many antiques that were donated for the event. • NOTICE • Nashville Residents There will be an informational session on Barry County E-911 Cen­ tral Dispatch during the regular council meeting September 12, 1991 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Barry County - 911 - Central Dispatch Director, Charles D. Nystrom will be giving the presentation and answer­ ing questions. The Nashville Village Council ville to implement two simultaneous operations to dispose of the goods by nightfall. Stanton’s donated services and all of the items sold were donated by individuals and businessess in the community. These ranged from typical household goods to such diverse offerings as a 244-lb. hog. Last-minute contribu­ tions included a used pickup truck and automobile. Mer­ chants offered various goods and services. “I am amazed at the number of items we picked up around the country,” said Harold Hansen, a member of the church’s auction committee. The sheer quantity of items that flowed in, even as late as minutes before the sale, kept church volunteers busy. All day Thursday and most of Fri­ day there was a steady stream of trucks in and out of McIn­ tyre’s yard, delivering articles for the benefit. ‘‘Local residents and mer­ chants did a superb job of donating — not only material things but also (gift) cer­ tificates,” noted Russ Keech, auction committee chairman. ‘‘There was general coopera­ tion by all members of the church and we had good com­ munity support.” Friday morning, women of the church undertook the task of unpacking dozens of boxes of miscellaneous items donated by Doug Hardart and his sister, Nelle. Hardart said the goods from his parents’ estate had been stored for about seven years. Digging through the boxes, the church ladies discovered numerous antique dishes, collectibles and other special pieces that drew a lot of attention in the bidding. The Hardart items were displayed on tables set up at the south end of the lawn while the larger items were strung out to near the north point of the property, which stretchs to the junction of Bridge Street and M-66. “I never saw so much stuff in one place,” observed Bruce Stewart, who came from Lake Odessa to attend the sale. Auctioneering was handled by Bill and Chris Stanton and Marty Martin. Marilyn Wright, of Stanton’s, was cashier. Assisting as clerk was church volunteer Diane Smith. Sandwiches, beverages and snacks were served by the United Methodist Women Rows and rows of goods strung out in Laura McIntyre's yard attracted browsers well before the sale. Here, Bill Kelsey of Nashville examines some of the items set to go on sale at 4p.m. A four-man crew of local rooms in the basement. The from a motor home set up on men supplied by a General the grounds. The crowd was -exterior work, kitchen and Motors community service beyond expectations and sand­ restrooms are completed but program for its laid-off all other rooms need varying wiches andjuice were sold out workers is currently at work by 6 p.m., reported Ada amounts of interior finishing. on the completion project. Yaudes, head of the food committee. She said she was “very pleased” with the suc­ cess of the women’s fund­ raiser. Perfect weather enhanced attendance, and several bid­ ders stayed for the entire event. By dusk, pickup trucks ringed the grounds as buyers loaded their vehicles with “trash and treasure’’ bargains. The United Methodists now hope to complete the expan­ sion project, which includes a new entrance off Washington R-1 Street, a lobby, church office, pastor’s office, meeting room, new kitchen and two barrierfree restrooms on the main level, plus several children’s • NOTICE • Nashville Residents There will be a public hearing September 12, 1991 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers to discuss rezoning 109 Cleveland, 519 Sherman, 538 Sherman and the Kent Oil Company property from to General Business. The Nashville Village Council VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Councilmember Spoelstra supported by Councilmember Burd moved the adoption of the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 10-9-86A AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 10-9-86, AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE STORAGE OF DISMANTLED, PARTIALLY DISMANTLED OR INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLES, BOATS, MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT OR PARTS THEREOF. The Village of Nashville ordains: Section 1. Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10-9-86 is amended to read as follows: Section 3. Nuisance and Abatement. In addition to any penalty imposed for a violation of this Ordinance, the presence of a dismantled, partially dismantled, or inoperable motor vehicle, boat, machinery, or equipment, or any parts thereof, on any platted or unplatted parcel of land in violation of this Ordinance is declared to be a public nuisance subject to summary abatement by a restraining order or injunction issued by a court of competent jurisdiction. Additionally, the Village may seek an order permitting it to enter onto land in violation of this Ordinance to abate the nuisance and to apply any costs incurred as a lien on the land. Section 2. Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10-9-86 is amended to read as follows: Section 4. Penalties. Any person who violates this Ordinance shall, upon conviction, be penalized as provided by a fine up to five hundred dollars ($500), the imposition of court costs, imprisonment of up to ninety (90) days in jail or a combination of these penalties. Every day that such violation shall continue shall constitute a separate and distinct violation of this Ordinance. Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect 20 days after its adoption. Section 4. The Village Clerk shall publish this Ordinance in a newspaper of general circulation in the Village of Nashville within 15 days after its adoption. YEAS: Raymond Hinckley, Ted Spoelstra, Forrest Burd, President Chaffee. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Sue Van Derske, Chip Smith, Carol Dwyer. Passed and adopted by the Village Council this 22nd day of August, 1991. Raymond Hinckley, Village Rose Mary Heaton, Village Clerk President I, Rose Mary Heaton, Village Clerk of the Village of Nashville, Michigan, cer­ tify that the foregoing Ordinance was adopted by the Council of the Village of Nashville at a regular meeting held on August 22,1991, in compliance with the requirements of 1945 Public Act 246, as amended, and 1943 Public Act 184, as amended. Dated: 8-22-91 Rose Mary Heaton, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1991 — Page 10 New golf club scores 'ace* at Mulberry Fore A new golf club purchased Tuesday at the pro shop at Mulberry Fore in Nashville produced a hole-in-one there Wednesday for a novice golfer from Charlotte. Neil Wright said the lucky shot on the 18th hole came during the first game in which he used his new Double Thunder driver. “It was the first day I played with it,’’ said Wright, who began golfing only this year. He said he plays 80 per­ cent of his games on the Mulberry Fore course. “I never expected to get a hole-in-one,” noted Wright. His golfing partner when he made the perfect 250-yard drive on the par-4 green was his wife, Darlene. She also had ordered a new club, but did not have it in time for Wednesday’s game. Alice Boucher, who with her husband Tim owns Mulberry Fore, said that the coincidence ofWright making a perfect shot the first time he used the new club is “ab­ solutely phenomenal." “I couldn’t have done it with my old one,” quipped Wright. NOTICE Nashville Residents The Village will be flushing fire hydrants the week of September 23. ATTENTION DEER HUNTERS \ We have leased the Corey Farm north of Vermontville for Hunting. The lease Agreement is stipulated that only relatives with written permission are allowed to hunt. This farm was previously leased by Forrest Gardner. Stan Venton Dale Briggs Neil Wright is congratulated by Mulberry Fore owner Alice Boucher on making a hole-in-one Wednesday on the 18th green at the Nashville course. Looking on is Wright's wife, Darlene. The lucky shot came during the first use of a new driver purchased at the pro shop there. Serving Our Country Karol K. McArthur Pvt. Karol K. McArthur has completed basic training at Fort Jackson, S.C. During the training, students received instruction in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tac­ tics, military courtesy, military justice, first aid, and Army history and traditions. She is the daughter ofKaren B. McArthur of 5926 Round Lake Road, Vermontville. The private is a 1990 graduate ofMaple Valley Junior-Senior High School. Yard and Garden Handy Robert M. Hill Navy Seaman Recruit Robert M. Hill, son of Carl A. and Mary D. Hill of 895 Frey Road, Vermontville, recently completed training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, II. During the training cycle, recruits are taught general military subjects designed to prepare them for further academic and on-the-job training in one of the Navy’s 85 occupational fields. Studies include seamanship, close-order drill, Naval history and first aid. After completing this course of in­ struction, recruits are eligible for three hours of college credit in physical education and hygiene. The 1989 graduate ofMaple Valley High School joined the Navy in April 1991. Michael J. Mahar Storage Sheds ...the complete solution for your home, garden and recreation storage needs. IN STOCK Army Staff Sgt. Michael J. Mahar has returned to his home station from Desert Storm. Mahar, a construction supervisor deployed to Saudi Arabia, is homebased at Fort Knox, Ky., with the 13th Engineer Company. He is the son of Robert M. and Dorthy Mahar of 1247 Ionia Road, Vermontville. The sergeant is a 1978 graduate of Maple Valley Junior Senior High School. 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The scouts sailed from Muskegon to South Manitou Island and back on two sailboats. One boat the “Johnathan,” was skippered by John Sare. The other, “Assignable Cause,” was skippered by Darwin Foster. The scouts served as the crew on each boat. The trip demonstrated “the magic of scouting." At night, while the boats were in port at marinas, the scouts camped on lawns nearby. People were willing to provide their lawns, picnic tables, and water to the scouts. They also looked for­ ward to having the scouts return as they sailed back to Muskegon. The ports the scouts stayed in were Ludington, Portage Lake, and Frankfort. They ar­ rived at South Manitou Island on Tuesday evening, Aug. 13, and anchored in the natural harbor there. While on the island, the scouts visited the lighthouse, the giant cedars, the shipwreck, the sand dunes, and they searched for Petoskey stones. The group left South Manitou Island Thursday morning, Aug. 15, to begin the trip back. During the last evening out, the scouts treated themselves to giant ice cream sundaes at the House of Flavors in Ludington. Because the sailing trip was considered a high adventure experience, scouts were re­ quired to have attained a First Class rank or higher in order to take part. Those par­ ticipating gained sailing skills and techniques, and co­ operation in working together. Those scouts participating were Ben Mudry, Rudy Othmer, Jason Harmon, Willy Rooks, Josh Cerny, Sam Javor, Andy Swartz and Matt Mace. Adult leaders par­ ticipating were Russ Cerny, Mike Javor, Lee Ossenheimer and Dale Ossenheimer. Horse development committee to meet All 4-H horse members and leaders are invited to the next 4-H Horse Developmental Committee Meeting Thurs­ day, Sept. 12, at 7:30 p.m. in Kardel Hall on the Charlotte fairgrounds. The agenda for the evening will cover a report from the fund-raising committee, up­ dates on future youth pro­ grams, a State 4-H Horse Show report, and setting goals for the ftiture. Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. lic. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • 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 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1991 — Page 11 Maple Valley Lions blast Fowler in opener The Maple Valley football team picked up right where it left off a year ago with a 34­ 7 defeat over Fowler in the season opener for both teams. Leading only 13-7 at halftime, the Lions posted three second-halftouchdowns to cruise to the win. Maple Valley outgained Fowler 244-141, including a 210­ 118 advantage on the ground. The Lions opened the scoring midway through the first quarter on a 16-yard toss from quarterback Greg Garn to Jeremy Reynolds. The extra point was blocked. Fowler responded with a touchdown by Ryan Armbrusmacher, and the conversion gave Fowler its only lead of the game. The score remained 7-6 until Tom Snyder picked off a pass and returned it 46 yards for a touchdown. Because of a pair of Lion penalties, Brian Carpenter was forced to boot what was essentially a 30-yard extra point, making it 13-7 at halftime. Maple Valley's Darrel Stine threw a key block on the Lions opening possession of the third quarter, springing Reynolds on a 47-yard touchdown scamper. Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said that those two touchdowns gave the Lions a huge lift. "I thought that the Tom Snyder interception was a key," he said. "That, and the drive at the start of the second halfhelped turned the game in our favor. "It was a very well-played game by both teams." The Lions added a pair of scores in the final quarter. Gam hit Tony Hansen with an 18-yard strike at the 11:05 mark, and Nick Grinage added an insurance touchdown late in the game, breaking free on a 56-yard scoring run. Reynolds led the Maple Valley rushing attack with 101 yards on 16 attempts. Aaron Patrick contributed 65 yards on 10 tries, while Grinage totalled 60 yards on the ground. Both of Gam's pass completion went for scores. The Lions were led defensively by Seth Kangas and Brent Stine with eight tackles apiece. Chris Harmon and Darrel Stine notched seven apiece. Scott English also picked off a pass. Fowler had nine first downs to seven for Maple Valley. The Lions travel to Edwardsburg Friday. The Class B school competes in the Wolverine conference alongside defending Class BB state champ Dowagiac. Maple Valley returns home the following week for a contest against Parma Jackson County Western. ^'co urse it 19 points. Sara DeGroot chipped in nine. Jennifer Phenix and Holli Taylor wer the team's leading rebounders with 10 and seven, respectively. Thursday against Morrice, the Lions lost the game despite scoring more field goals. The reason for the loss was a huge difference in free throw shooting. Morrice canned 20 of 32, while Maple Valley dropped just four of 12. Phenix and Boldrey each scored a dozen points to lead the Lion scorers. Phenix pulled down 11 caroms, while Leigh Stine grabbed eight. Again, the Lions attempted a large number of shots from the floor, 74. They connected on 13. Maple Valley will entertain Galesburg/Augusta tonight and will travel to Athens Thursday. Lions jayvee football team nips Fowler 14-12 !h» ®’. ‘RM li ■a wt • 1® ■a h Ittj, ■T in tab. krt Cenj, Sa nn kWniift ib fc li Wo: x ■e nEKtltsto, em Ifcta.Lstaiffi Hit ■Hl The Maple Valley jayvee football team traveled to Fowler Thursday night and came away with a hard-fought 14-12 victory. The Lions opened the scor­ ing at the 7:15 mark ofthe se­ cond quarter, when Rich Furlong went in from two yards out. The extra point pass from Gabe Priddy to Josh Bowens was good, to make the score 8-0. The Eagles roared back and with 53 seconds left in the half, hit paydirt. The extra point was missed and the Lions went in at halftime cl­ inging to a 8-6 lead. The junior Lions struck again with 3:25 remaining in EWING WELL DRILLING , INC. [SC irff It * OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS ftk • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies. O N OWN O QUIPM O R OWN T& RK RICHARD J. EWING OWNER GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY i Estimates Available {517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, . the third quarter when Furlong went in from 5 yards out. The extra point was miss­ ed to make the score 14-6. The Eagles moved down the field and tallied their second touchdown with two seconds left in the game. The Lions held on the extra point try to make the final score 14-12. Leading the offense for Maple Valley was Furlong with 63 yards on 15 carries and two touchdowns. The defense was led by Matt Reid with eight tackles and a fumble recovery and Chris Miller and Gabe Priddy with six tackles each. M.V. Lion girls basketbailers finish second The Maple Valley junior varsity girls basketball team finished second in the Bath tournament over the weekend. On Thursday night the Lions defeated Morrice 47-11 to advance to the finals. Linette Snyder and Retha Byrd led the Lions with 8 points each. Lisa Metzger and Stacy Hawblitz added 6 points apiece. Saturday the Lions played Bath in the finals and got off to a very slow start, trailing 15-5 at the end of the half, The second half was very close but the Lions were outscored 21-18 and lost 39-34. Lisa Wood led the way with 12 points, including two 3-pointers. Stacee Hawkins added 9 points. Joy Stine chip-' ped in five points and seven 9th grade girls beat Hastings The M.V. freshman basket­ ball team traveled to Hastings on Sept. 4, winning 43-35. The girls did a good job defensively playing a full court man to man against Hastings. Leading scorers were Meagan McLaughlin with 13; Dana Hasselback with 10 and Sarah Leep with 8. Reboun­ ding went to McLaughlin and Hasselback with 10 each. Leep led the way defensively with six steals. Hasselback had a team-leading six block­ ed shots. The ninth grade team will play at home tonight against Hopkins. It will travel to Delton on Thursday to finish out the week. The Lions are now 1-1 on the young season. M.V. cross country team third The Maple Valley girls cross country team placed third at the Barry County In­ vitational held at Charlton Park this past Saturday. Hastings was first with 53 points, Middleville second with 59 points, Valley third with 73 points, Lakewood fourth with 75 points and Delton fifth with 78 points. Cheri Sessions was the overall individual winner in the 3.1 mile race with a time of 22:23, Spring Javor finish­ ed seventh, Alicia Golovich was 11th, Jenny Mittelstaedt was 26th, and Michelle Gidner was 28th. Hastings also won the boy’s race. Maple Valley did not field a complete team. Steve Ainsworth placed fourth and Matt Bowen seventh for the Lions. 8th graders open season with win! The Maple Valley eighth grade girls opened the season with a victory over Olivet, 33-19. The game started slowly, but Maple Valley’s press and running attack soon controlled the game. The M.V. girls led the en- tire game. With a very ag­ gressive defense they held Olivet to just two points in the first and third quarters. The eighth grade scoring at­ tack was led by Nichole Kir­ win with 10 points and Jody Hickey with 8 points. WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 • Fresh. Basketball, Home, Hopkins, 4:45 p.m. • J.V. & Var. Basketball, Home, Galesburg, Augusta, 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 • Golf, Away, Portland St. Pat., 4:30 p.m. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Cross Country, Home, Saranac, 4:30 p.m. Golf, Away, Ionia, 4:00 p.m. J.V. & Var. Basketball, Away, Athens, 6:00 p.m. Jr. Hi. Basketball, 7th Grade, Away, Lake Odessa, 4:30 p.m. • Jr. Hi. Basketball, 8th Grade, Home, Lake Odessa, 4:30 p.m. • • • • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 • Var. Football, Away, Edwardsburg, 7:30 p.m. Yearbook Dance after Game SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 • Cross Country, Away, Olivet College, 10:00 a.m. • Golf, Away, Clinton Co. Invit., 10:00 a.m. _• J V. Football, Home, Edwardsburg, 12:00 Noon MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Lion gal eagers split pair in Bath Tournament The Maple Valley girls line, which has been a basketball team posted its problem in the early going first win of the young season this fall. Coach Jerry Reese Saturday in the consolation figures that the shots will game of the Bath start falling soon. tournament, defeating "We put up alot of shots,” Lansing Christian 44-33. he said. "We're missing alot, The Lady Lions had lost but I'm encouraged that we're their opening-round tilt with getting them. With a young Morrice on Thursday by a team, we will miss them 46-33 score. Maple Valley early in the year. If we can improved to 1-2 overall with improve our percentage, our Saturday's win. . record will improve as we The Lions connected on 14 go." of 63 shots from the field and Janet Boldrey led the Lions hit 15 of 44 tries from the scoring with a season-high Maple Valley Schools rebounds. Stacee Hawkins and Lisa Wood were chosen for the all touranment team. The jayvee record is now 2-1 and they will open the home season Tuesday against GalesburgAugusta. Area births BOY, bom to Christopher and Judy Boughton, a boy, Samuel Porter. Samuel was bom at St. Joseph Hospital, Ann Arbor, on June 6th. He weighed in at 6 lbs. 2 ozs. His father is a 1969 graduate of Maple Valley High. His pater­ nal grandparents are John and Amy Boughton of Nashville. GIRL, bom to Jerry and Anne (Boughton) Peppers, a girl, Kelsey Renae. Kelsey was bom at Blodgett Hospital, Grand Rapids. She weighed 7 lbs. 7 ozs. Mother Anne is a 1977 graduate of Maple Valley High School. Maternal grandparents are John and Amy Boughton of Nashville. The Peppers live in Plainwell. It’s A Boy! Adam Jeffrey Karl Zank was bom Saturday, July 13, 1991 at 10:22 p.m. to Jeff and Kelly Zank of Nashville. Adam weighed 7 lbs., 216 ozs. and was 20% in. long. Adam’s grandparents are Duane Reid and Janice Reid ofNashville; K. Durwood and Norma Zank of Charlotte. Great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Foote of Battle Creek; Mr. and Mrs. Claude Reid of Nashville; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Gross of Sand Lake; Mr. and Mrs. Karl Zank of Sand Lake. Great-great-grandfather is Dewey J. Musser of Hastings. • Golf, Away, Pennfield, 4:00 p.m. • Jr. Hi. Basketball, Away, Bellevue, 4:30 p.m. • Fresh. Basketball, Home, Charlotte, 6:00 p.m. Vermontville defeats Nashville white The Vermontville fifth and with 6. Chris Gonser scored the on­ sixth grade team scored twice in the first quarter and held a ly Nashville touchdown on a 12-0 lead until late in the 3-yard run and added the con­ fourth quarter. Nashville version. Trent Harvey led the scored a touchdown and two Nashville defense with six point conversion to make the tackles and five assists. Other Nashville Scores: final score 12-8. Josh Cook led the Vermont­ 5th & 6th Blue 20, Saranac ville offense with 55 yards in 6; 7th and 8th 8, Saranac 0. 7 carries. Ben Woodworth Next week’s games (all at scored both Vermontville Fuller Street Field in this touchdowns and had a total of order) Junior Varsity vs. Edward­ 43 yards. Brandon Harmon stacked sburg 12 p.m.; 5th & 6th up 10 tackles for the day White vs. Lake Odessa; 3rd & defensively. Greg Shook and 4th vs. Vermontville; 5th & Ben Woodworth each chipped 6th Blue vs. Vermontville; 7th in 8, followed by Josh Cook & 8th vs. Vermontville. Vermontville area woman missing since Friday A 27-year-old Eaton County woman, last seen in Hastings on Friday, has been reported missing, according to the Eaton County Sheriff Department. Irene Eaton ofVermontville was reported missing by her husband Friday at 11:48 p.m. She was last seen when she was dropped off in downtown Hastings by a co-worker. Eaton is employed by Twin City Foods in Lake Odessa. Police are gathering addi­ tional information from coworkers and friends and the Eaton County Sheriff Depart­ ment is investigating. Obituary offered— Rex L Symonds _________ IONIA - Rex L. Symonds, 36 of Ionia and formerly of Nashville passed away Sunday, September 3,1991 at St. Lawrence Hospital, Lans­ ing after a long illness. He was bom December 4, 1954 in Charlotte, the son of Duane and Sally (West) Symonds. Mr. Symonds is survived by his mother and step father, Sally and William Musser of Carson City; sisters, Jeanne Symonds of Lansing, Patricia Williams of Wheaton, Maryland, Brenda Phenix of Nashville; brothers, Craig Symonds of Nashville, Trudy Beacham of McComb, Mississippi; Aiken - Hoffman to wed in spring John Aiken ofVermontville and Susan Aiken of Nashville are pleased to announce the engagement oftheir daughter, Robin Kay Aiken, to Craig Duane Hoffman, son of Ber­ nard and Connie Hoffman of Nashville. A spring wedding is being planned. paternal grandfather, Malcolm Symonds of Nashville and maternal grandfather, Bon West of Nashville. He was preceded in death by his father, Duane Symonds in 1966 and a sister, Dawn Symonds in 1978. Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 10 at the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the A.R.C. Association for Retarded Citizens. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1991 — Page 12 EVERYDAYSERVICES • Double Prints on Film • 5% Frequent Shopper Discount Captstarwnc. “Where Pleasing "You Pleases Us” 160 S. Main,’ Vermontville• • Double Coupons up to 50 • Carry Out Always Available • Tickets for Weekly Meat Drawing OPEN Mon.-Fn. 8 to 8; Sat. 8 to 6; Sun. 9 to 3 726-0640 • Money Orders 75( 'M ‘I Chicken Leg Qtrs. America’s Finest 10-lbs. or More 29« Lesser L Amts.. Pork steak «:: Chuck Rst. 10-lb. bag S9Q9C ib Lesser Amts... $979 I ib Henry House Ring Turkey Bologna Drumsticks 10-lbs. or More Lesser $9■ 79ib Amts... Farmer Peers So-Long Franks 69' Golden Ripe Fresh, Juicy $189 gal. Orchard Grove Orange Juice 14b. 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Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 8 — Tuesday. September 17. 1991 Plans for Barry County 911 service outlined in Nashville by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council heard a report Thurs­ day on the emergency 911 ser­ vice to be established in Barry County. Progress on the enhanced central dispatch system was outlined by Barry County Commissioner Orvin Moore at a public hearing preceding the council’s regular meeting. Nashville has been served since January by a 911 system operated by Eaton County, but when the Barry County setup becomes operational, the community will be switch­ ed over. Moore said he hoped the new system will be ready in a year, but, “They are telling us a year and a half; it’s up to the telephone company. ’ ’ Barry County residents in 1990 approved a one-mill re­ quest for five years to establish the county-wide system that will allow residents to dial “911” to summon fire, police and medical emergency services. With the computerized system, the caller’s phone number will flash on a screen seconds before the phone rings at the central dispatch office. Within seconds after the phone is answered the name and address associated with the caller’s number also will appear automatically on the computer screen. Even if the caller is unable to speak or to give specific details, emergency personel can be dispatched immediately to the location. The system is particulary helpful for young children Port-a-john dumping prompts Vermontville Council action by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The dumping station intend­ ed for recreational vehicle use at the Lions’ Club Park in Vermontville will be locked down after action Thursday at •VCftnorttville's .Village Coun­ cil meeting. The session was a postponement of the regularly scheduled Sept, 5 meeting, which had to be because of a lack of a quorum. Action to control use of the dumping station came after it was learned that a local distributor for the Statewide Port-a-John Company had been emptying his truck at the park without permission, said Deputy Village Clerk Jill Booher Friday.. Anyone now wishing to use the station must first obtain a key from the village office, a DPW employee or Village Council member . The council approved the clamp-down on a motion by Trustee Rod Harmon. - The panel also adopted a resolution that says Vermont­ ville’s sanitary sewer system “shall not be used for outside community purposes, dumping of port-a-johns, effluent from septic tanks, offal waste, or animal waste generated in commercial farms and introduced into the system in a manner other than the routine normal intended use.” A bill for $250 will be sent to Statewide Port-a-John for “illegal and unauthorized dumping into the sanitary sewer system..” It will be ac­ companied by a letter deman­ ding immediate cessation of the dumping. In another matter, the coun- cil approved 50-50 deals that will help First Congregational Church expand its santuary and aid the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association in efforts to update Maple Manor with expanded restroom facilities. The Congcegatfonalists in August requested the village to relocate about 150 feet of a six-inch village water main that runs along the east side of the north-south alley behind the church. The parishioners plan to break ground soon for a building addition that would extend over the present line. In August the question arose over responsiblity for costs, but Thursday’s compromise provided for a 50-50 split of the anticipated total expense of $1,614. On a 5-1 vote, See Dumping, page 6 Barry County Commissioner Orvin Moore spoke to a full house at Nashville's council meeting Thursday, explaining the new 911 enhanced central dispatch system to be instituted in the county. because of the simpler emergency number, as well as the enhanced program that lets the dispatcher know the origin of the call. “The system is very expen­ sive to start up,” said Moore, noting that he did not know of any in Michigan that had not been costly. Barry County’s 911 central dispatch will be located in a structure to be built on Old Nashville Highway, north of M-79, bet­ ween Thomapple Manor and the building that houses the Hastings branch of EBI. Moore said it is a very at­ tractive site for the radio tower that is part ofthe dispat­ ching system. He estimated the cost of the building, not including equipment, at about $600,000, but said specifics on costs are not yet available. J “The proposed building will house central dispatch with three computer stations, but only two normally will be us­ ed unless there is a widespread emergency. Also housed in the structure will be an emergency operations center for use in event of a major disaster. Moore said in such an instance the center is crucial for disseminating emergency information. Some citizens in the Nashville audience questioned the cost of the proposed structure. “I feel the building costs will have to be trimmed,” said Moore. “We’ve done it before and we can do it again. We must stay within our budget.” Also participating in the presentation to the council was Earl Wilson, assistant chief of the Nashville Fire Department. He said that while Nashville has had ex­ cellent service through Eaton County 911, it is better to have the system in one’s own county for speedier response to calls. That way, he said, “The people who are answer­ ing (the calls) are doing the dispatching.” He cited a problem with Kent County’s handling of the See 911 service, page 5 Teen-agers to benefit from adult education changes The September meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education was held last Monday at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville, the first on a circuit of local school locations that will be host to regular board meetings through December. The idea is to give officials and others an opportunity to become better ac­ quainted with district facilities. Here, Supt. Ozzie Parks, officials and visitors chat during the tour proceeding the Maplewood meeting. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Teen-age high school dropouts who wish to finish their schooling are the win­ ners in action taken Monday by the Maple Valley Board of Education. The board Sept. 9 agreed to revise the eligibility policy for participation in the local adult education program. The new plan lowers the minimum age to 17 for ap­ plicants who will be 18 by Dec. 1 and drops the previous requirement that their high school class need already have graduated. The young enrollees must havq missed at least one semester of regular day school to qualify. The change was made at the suggestion of Kay Hartzler, director of Maple Valley Community Education. She said she recently had to turn away five applicants because they did not meet criteria of the previous policy. She cited an example of a young dropout who wants to complete his education, but now is employed at a wellpaid position during daytime hours that prevents his resum­ ing a regular class schedule at the high school. A solution, she said, would be to allow such applicants to earn a diploma through the local adult education program by attending evening classes at the high school or morning or afternoon sessions at the Adult Learning Center in Nashville. “There is a real need to serve this class of people,” said Hartzler. “This will open doors for those who (other­ wise) would have to put off their education.” She said she would first en­ courage such applicants to resume their studies in the regular day school. One stipulation of the new See Teen-agers, page 2 In This Issue. . • Vermontville grocery store sold • Nashville sidewalk replacement gets underway • Ice cream social brings parents and teachers together • Eaton County Junior Miss candidates sought �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. September 17. 1991 — Page 2 Teena<jers’t>tenefit from adult education , plan is that young students enrolled M-hdult ’education will not be; able to earn diplomas^.ihetjd pf the time their regular high school class will graduate. . In a retetgd is^ue, the board agreed to a one-year pilot of a proposal that would - allow Maple Valley seniors who are missing one credit in an elec­ tive subject to make up that class in the local adult educa­ tion program. Previously, such students have been re­ quired to go outside the district to do so. Under the proposed plan, the student would have to pay a fee for the class. No state aid would be available since he or she is already part of the regular school population for which per-capita funding is received. Fees paid by the enrolled students would cover the wages of an instructor, said Hartzler, and perhaps 10 students would be needed to justify establishing such a class. Longtime local high school teacher John Hughes told the board that the old policy re­ quiring students to go outside the district to acquire missing credits was implemented in the 1970s because “kids were dropping out of day school to take adult education” to earn certain credits. “Adult education was of­ fering, they felt, an easy way out,” observed Hughes. He cited examples of students who threatened to drop out of his government class because they believed they could get the credit with less work through adult education. The new policy will allow a senior to take one adult educa­ tion class per school year within the Maple Valley district to make up a credit for an elective subject only. Hartzler said details of the new plan will be worked out soon. In another matter, the board approved a request from senior Dawn Brand to stay in Maple Valley school even though the family has moved to Lansing. The Brands will pay tuition to the district. The board also granted release of Fuller Street fourth­ grader Jonathan Mudry to the Lakewood school district. His mother, Mrs. Paul Mudry, was in the audience to explain the request. She said the family lives five miles north of Nashville but has a Woodland address and phone, and attends a Woodland area church. She NOTICE Nashville Residents The Village will be flushing fire hydrants the week of September 23. added that ail her son's friends are enrolled at Woodland Elementary school and she feels the 10-year-old would do better academically and socially among children he knows. Board Vice President John Krolik, who conducted the meeting in the asbsence of President Harold Stewart, questioned the board's policy on releasing students to other districts and the recent rash of such requests. “How can we have a board policy and not follow it?” questioned Krolik. “We can’t have a policy and make excep­ tions every other week.” Supt. Ozzie Parks said the state requires that local board release -students on request, and right now is debating the broader “schools of choice” proposal. He said in rural districts this new plan could be “chaotic” because of bus­ ing, but added that in the Maple Valley district, “I do not think it’s a major issue at this time.” The board consensus was sympathetic to the Mudrys and permission was granted for immediate release of their son. Also at the meeting, enroll­ ment figures for the new school year were presented by Parks. Opening day -showed 396 at Maplewood, 572 at Fuller-Kellogg, and 718 in the junior- senior high school. The total of 1,686 is down seven students from last year. In other business Monday the board: — Offered congratulations to Phil LaFleur, who is retir­ ing this month after 18 years as custodian at Maplewood Elementary, and presented him with a patio chair as a gift. — Aproved the transfer of custodian Cleon Brown from the high school to Maplewood to take LaFleur’s place and hired Dennis Smith, school bus driver, to fill Brown's former post. — Heard a report from Fuller-Kellogg Principal Nan­ cy Potter on the procedure to fill the post vacated by the resignation of Maplewood Principal David Doozan. Pot­ ter said the teachers’ commit­ tee has screened numerous resumes and has scheduled preliminary interviews with seven applicants this week. — Also heard from Potter about a staff committee’s pro­ gress in updating Maple Valley’s language arts cur­ riculum. She said the proposal probably will be ready for presentation to the board in December. — Approved a bid by R. L. Bowen Remodeling of Ver­ montville to install a window in the Chapter I room at Fuller Street Elementary at a cost of $546 for a double-hung win­ dow or $588 for a glider. Ad­ vice of architects will deter­ mine which style will be chosen. The window is for fire safety as well as ventila­ tion in the windowless, former storage room. — Agreed to pay Russ Ben­ nett of Vermontville $1,790 for repairs to a Kellogg school chimney that is in danger of falling. — Agreed to let the ad­ ministration handle a recent infestation of mice and rats at Maplewood school. The board debated whether a com­ mercial exterminator should be hired or if local maintenance personnel should bejrained to properly handle the poison that must be used to INSURANCE A seminar to help people lose weight or stop smoking will be held at noon Thursday, Sept. 26 at the Community Room in Nashville. The program will be con­ ducted by representatives from Directional Consulting Institute, which has been in­ structing and researching in the field of hypnosis for more than 16 years. Both smoking cessation and weight loss programs are in­ cluded in the $50 fee. For further information, call (218) 385-3404. 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary %Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Church Schedules VERMONTVILLE CATHOLIC CHURCH BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass .......... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Mom. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service .......6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...,10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ ... 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study...6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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.rr. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR 18322651 METHODIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School.. 10:00 a.m. Worship............... 11:00'a.m. Video Tape Available After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . . 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sun. School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. P.M. Service ............. 7 p.m. Wed. Service...... 7 p.m. North State, Nashville A.M. Worship . .9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service Phil LaFleur (right), retiring this month after 18 years as a custodian at Maplewood Elementary, is congratulated by John Krolik, school board vice presi­ dent, at last Monday’s meeting. LaFleur received words of praise from board members for his work and a patio chair as a token of appreciation. eliminate the problem. The board agreed that screening present rodent entryways should be first priority. — Set 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, as the date of a special meeting to hear a report by the Central Planning Committee on long-range plans for Maple Valley schools. Representatives of GMB, a Holland-based ar- Smoking, weight loss seminar set Sept. 26 Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency ST. CYRIL from front 9:30 a.m. Rev. Bob Kersten 304 Phillips St., Nashville PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship.'......... ...7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER chitectural firm, also will of­ fer various concepts of pro­ posals to update and expand present facilites. The meeting will be held at the administra­ tion office or in the high school school library, depen­ ding on attendance. Monday’s meeting was held at Vermontville’s Maplewood Elementary, the first on a cir­ cuit of school locations to be used by the board for its regular monthly meetings through December to showcase facilities. The Oct. 14 session will be held at Nashville’s Fuller Street school, starting with a 6:30 building tour. /WEDNESDAY is / SENIOR ^CITIZEN’S DAY • ) Check Out Our Speck Styles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville WALK-INS WELCOME PEACE UHITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship . .9:30 a.m. Sun. School . .11:00 a.m" Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (W mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...,10 a.m. A.M. Service .11 a.m. P.M. Service .6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ___11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �me Mapie vanvy Indiana zebra 'tours' Nashville en route to Pennsylvania by Susan Hinckley shut when we found that he StaffWriter was gone,” said Carriage A zebra recently brought Works owner Herb Andler. from Indiana to Michigan to “He squeezed out there board while awaiting somewhere.” transport to an exotic animal The animal remained free auction in Pennsylvania took for more than 50 hours, roam­ advantage of the opportunity ing fields of Maple Grove to tour a bit of the Wolverine Township and generally con­ state. founding Barry County The 14-month-old male Animal Control officers and a animal escaped Wednesday number of volunteers who afternoon from a stall at Justin tried to recapture him. Carriage Works, on Assyria Kevin Persons of Lacey, an Road south of Nashville. exotic animal owner, recently “The stall door was still had brought the nearly full Latest Lakeview Cemetery donations announced *%?*« t*tb **b‘ 22^*1 ^£141 ^£4 W ^XMhxt. Contributions in memory of Farrell Babcock are the latest to be received under a new program to benefit Nashville’s Lakeview Cemetery. A memorial fund was laun­ ched in August to help the financially strapped cemetery continue to be an attractive asset to the community. Last week’s donations came from Vada Mix, Ona Hin­ ckley, Petie Latta, Joel and BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT BOY, Tyler James, bom August 17, 1991 to Tim and Tammi Duke of Urbandale, weighing 9 lbs., 914 ozs., 2114 in. long. Grandparents are Ron and Carol Tobias of Nashville and Tom and Phyllis Duke of Bronson. Great-grandparents are Marguerite Tobias of Hastings and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Schmidt of Virgil, Ill. Gladys Hummel, Ray and Susan Hinckley, and friends and relatives of Farrell Babcock. Contributions to Lakeview Cemetery may be sent to Larry arry Decker ecer, r secretarytreasurer of the cemetery board, at 636 East St., Nashville, 49073, or checks or money orders made payable to the cemetery may be left at Village Hall, 206 N. Main St. The funds will be us­ ed for upkeep and beautifica­ tion of the cemetery. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors to the cemetery fund and those named in gifts will be listed periodically in the Maple Valley News. Acknowledgements of memorial donations will be sent to the family designated by the donor, if name and ad­ dress are supplied. fc ,',n*fc'iH,h| i i taijifaiij r- ®jsWlra®i)|l ®l lj it H tr j1 alii Mhli jffii ta|l DikiIu it iwiiSiH U sasaWteWt Hi Mu fa riooL acs rih ID Hhu grown zebra and a 5-week-old colt to Michigan from In­ dianapolis as a favor to a friend, Paul Ressler of Ver­ mont. Persons was to keep the animals until October, when they would be trucked to a Pennsylvania auction conducted by Ressler? Persons said he doesn’t have box stalls at his farm, so he brought the older animal to Nashville to board at his friend Andler’s place. “It was a domestic zebra, raised in captivity,” said Andler. According to Persons the zebra had always been in pasture and was unaccustom­ ed to confinement. After its escape it was sighted along M-66 south of Nashville and at varibus other points in the area. Animal control officers had trouble getting close enough to the animal to capture it, and at­ tempted to use tranquilizing dart guns. “It is my understanding that the tranquilizer finally brought it down,” said Persons. He was on the scene part of the time and sent four of his employees to help in the rescue operation. Andler said the animal was finally cap­ tured near Cloverdale Road, about a half-mile south of his place. Besides the officers and his employees, Persons said his friend Darryl Kauffman and several local residents also helped in the pursuit. “pen.” Persons took the “The zebra was more animal to the home of a scared of the people than friend, where it will be free to anything,” said Andler. “He roam within property enclos­ didn’t have a bad attitude, he ed by a seven-foot cyclone was just evasive.” fence until time for the Penn­ The chase brought sylvania trip. widespread media coverage Ressler, who came to by area newspapers and TV Michigan to assist in the pur­ stations, but no one got a pic­ suit, has returned to the East, ture ofthe full grown zebra on and things are back to normal. the loose, said Persons. All On the auction block, the the reporters had left the scene animal could bring as much as about half an hour before the $2,000 to $3,000, said animal was captured at 7:30 Persons. p.m. Friday. Some, however, did get a liaiiiimiaiiuimamiiif photo of the baby zebra - Maple Valley Athletic Boostere brought to the scene Friday from Lacey in hopes of luring 5 the older animal within reach. ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. After the capture, the 5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 “escapee” was sent to the Are you getting your BINGO aiiiniiiiii*ii*iiiiiinii(iiT QQQQQ 99991 money’s worth? At Eaton Federal our passbook savings account has been the traditional way to save for over 54 years. It’s always been our goal to, keep your money safe and earning a fair rate of return. We do this by offering you: 5.50°° 5.73° Superintendent's Corner— Regular Passbook Savings Rate Per Annum Should we drop C’s, D’s and E’s? Effective Annual Yield with Daily Compounding Passbook accountsbegin earning interes#?wh<^' accountbalancb-reache^:’50.00.There are no fees on an Eaton Federal Passbook Account*1 BY Dr. Ozzie D. 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All accounts FDIC insured to ’100,000.00. £ At Eaton Federal we appreciate your business. £ The strength you want...the service you need. Eaton Federal Bank EQUAL HOUSING LENDER LAUREN ALEXA 8-23-91 6-lbs., 1-oz. Richard & Jeri and brothers Chris & Nick Baker FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 - Olivet - 749-2811 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the past ... Village attorney, Hastings fire, potato crop are top news in 1929 The hiring of a “compe­ tent” village attorney was among top news in Nashville 62 years ago this week. Other stories of interest concerned a serious business fire in downtown Hastings and, on a broader level, the possiblity of increased potato prices due to a crop shortage resulting from drought conditions. Details on these and other reports of the day appeared in The Nashville News issue of Sept. 19, 1929: W. G. Bauer will be city lawyer by council vote Nashville’s legal problems will be passed on by a compe­ tent attorney in the future, following action ofthe Village Council Monday evening when W. G. Bauer, county prosecuting attorney, was hired for the coming year by that body. Mr. Bauer was present at the meeting and offered his services in order that the village might have the benefit of legal advice in matters which require attention of a lawyer. C. L. Glasgow and E. V. Smith, appearing on behalf of property owners west of the standpipe, addressed the council with regard to exten­ sion of water mains in that direction. Although within the village limits, residents in that section are without a water supply either for domestic use or fire protection and a special plea was made that they be given an extension of the mains. The matter was refer­ red to the water works com­ mittee for investigation and report. Regular monthly bills were allowed as a part of the routine business of the evening. Hastings grocers suffer $10,000 loss by fire Sunday Fire visited downtown Hastings Sunday night and wiped out two business places. The Pierson and the Kroger grocery stores on South Jef­ ferson Street, discovered on fire shortly after 11 o’clock, were wrecked by the fire. For three hours the firemen fought the flames before they were brought under control and ad­ jacent property to the south, also frame construction, was out of danger. When discovered, the two grocery stores were in flames and Fire Chief Guy Giddings and his men did well to con­ fine the flames to the two wooden buildings. The origin ofthe fire is undetermined and the loss on buildings and con­ tents is estimated at about $10,000. The building occupied by the Pierson grocery carried $1,000 insurance with $700 on the stock; that occupied by the Kroger store, owned by Mrs. Fred Young, is partly covered. Potato crop shortage may raise prices With the harvest season of the late potato crop at hand, both growers and consumers are interested in the produc­ tion and price outlook. From an acreage 12 percent smaller than last year, the farmers of the United States on July 1 looked for a crop of 379 million bushels. Since that time, drought conditions have developed in nearly all of the late producing states east of the Rocky Mountains ex­ cept Maine. On Sept. 1, reports from the thousands of government crop reporters indicated that a loss of 30 million bushels had been sustained since July 1, which reduced the estimate to 349 million bushels. The decline during August alone was 24 million, of which Michigan suffered to the extent of 5'A million...The only state with an appreciable gain was Maine, the estimate being in­ creased by 21/2 million. If the final estimate should not change materially... the crop will compare closely with that of 1926 in volume and be around 115 million bushels smaller than the 1928 crop, which was the largest production on record. This indicates far better prices than have prevailed in either of the last two years, and unless the outlook changes materially before the end of the season, the crop will be somewhat below the normal requirements, which should be favorable for prices above the average paid to growers during the last 10 years. Nashville hunters get nine ducks on season’s opening day E. A. Hanneman and J. C. Hurd are eating and enjoying wild duck dinners since Monday. They were at a lake in the southern part ofthe county for their first day’s shooting and bagged nine fine specimens of mallard and teal. While other hunters have been out, this is the best report reaching the News office. Barn fire causes considerable loss Fire of undetermined origin broke out in the Herbert DeWitt bam, on North Main Street, last Thursday evening about 7:30 o’clock and before brought under control by the fire department did damage amounting to a few hundred dollars. The bam was full of hay Displayed in the window of the Postoffice Pharmacy and t*me*y discovery of the blaze very likely saved a in 1 -9-2-9- was -t.h...e... f.i..r.s...t. issue o.f th.e "N.ashville Busines»s general conflagration among Register," the community's first newspaper. (This copy the wooden buildings located is now at Putnam Library.) The paper predated The near the bam. Nashville News by three years; was heavy on adver­ tising and light on news. Publisher Leonard E. Stauf­ fer, a local merchant, was an uncle to Len W. Feighner, who later became longtime publisher of The Nashville News, forerunner of the Maple Valley News. Most rural school districts had formed Parent-Teacher Associations by the 1920s, and their monthly schoolhouse meetings proved to be popular social gatherings for neighborhood residents. Entertainment at one such event in September 1929 was furnished by "friends from Nashville who have the interest of rural communities at heart." This March 4, 1910, photo shows the students and teacher at Feighner School on Thornapple Lake Road, northwest of Nashville. of the West. They went via the Santa Fe to Los Angeles, where they visited their son, Louis, and family and took in most ofthe sights in that section, in­ cluding a trip to Catalina Island, and an airplane trip over into old Mexico. On the return trip, they went north through California to San Francisco, and to Seat­ tle, Wash. From there they went to Vancouver by boat and returned via Canadian National railways through Lake Louise and Banff, stopp­ ing off at these places. They also stopped at Calgary and visited about the city in com­ pany with Dent McDerby, a former resident of Nashville who is located in that city. Mr. and Mrs. Furniss are much elated over the ex­ periences and sights of their journey, which proved to be one continuous round of pleasure. Nashville’s first newspaper is shown in pharmacy window In the front window of the Post Office Pharmacy there is displayed the first copy of the Nashville Business Register, Nashville’s first newspaper, dated Feb. 10, 1870. The paper was published by L. E. Stauffer. Among the limited number of news items which appear in its colums were found these: “Our streets to­ day present a lively ap­ pearance, being crowded with teams. ’ ’ ‘ ‘The depot buildings at Vermontville were destroyed by fire on the night of Feb. 7.” The paper is the property of Len W. Feighner. Another display in the same window which is creating much interest is a glasscovered case in which are mounted a large number of butterfly specimens. The display is the property of Fred Ackett and is quite a notewor­ thy collection of these vari­ colored insects. Local News — Dr. and Mrs. E. T. Morris and Mr. and Mrs^ C. J. Betts attended the Lansing Radio show Friday evening. This event, which was being staged for the first time in Lansing, was sponsored by the Lansing State Journal. The crowds that attended were staggering, and far surpassed the hope of the committee in charge. — Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Mr. and Mrs. Furniss Mayo of Maple Grove receiv­ return from Western trip ed word from their daughter, Sunday evening Mrs. Leo Herrick, and family Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Furniss- • stating that they left Los returned home Sunday even­ Angeles Sept. 11 to return to ing from a two months’ tour Michigan, coming over the southern route. At Sentinel, Ariz., where they stopped for lunch last Thursday, the ther­ mometer registered 110, which the natives considered rather cool. — Elder Roach will preach at the home of Mrs. Belle Mix Sunday, Sept. 22, at 2 p.m., fast time. An invitation is given to all who wish to attend. — Miss Beatrice Boyles was in the village Thursday in the interest of the 4-H club work, which will soon be under way again in the Nashville schools. — Miss Geraldine Olmstead spent Saturday and Sunday with the home folks. Miss Olmstead is staying with her aunt, Mrs. Robert Goltz, and attending a beauty culture school in Royal Oak. — Mrs. Cora Parks has ac­ cepted a position in the Cen­ tral School at Albion as first grade teacher. — Mr. and Mrs. Will Gib­ son accompanied their daughter, Elizabeth, to Kalamazoo Monday, where she entered the Kalamazoo Baptist college. — Miss Elizabeth Smith went to Kalamazoo Tuesday, where she entered the Kalamazoo Baptist college for another year. — The Nashville Chamber of Commerce will hold its first meeting of the fall and winter season next Monday evening, when its members will meet at Belson’s Bakery, have supper and listen to a progam of entertainment im­ mediately following. — Frank Smith left Mon­ day for Providence, R.I., where he will resume his studies at Brown University. — (North Castleton) Rain has stopped the bean harvest in this vicinity. — (Southwest Maple Grove) School began in the Dunham last week with Mrs. Leona McGlocklin of Hastings as teacher. There are 36 pupils enrolled. — (North Irish Street) The first reunion of the Hickey family was held Sunday at Richard Hickey’s. — (Morgan) The district meeting at Castleton church was well attended by pastors and pilgrims of the district, and a real means of grace to all. — (Kalamo) Little Genevieve Barlond, who suf­ fered a large gash on the forehead and eyelid, when kicked by a horse, is improving nicely. The stitches were removed Saturday and she is privileged to again attend school. — (North Martin Comers) The Castleton Center school called Thursday noon on Miss Fox and children at the Martin school. — (North Kalamo) First meeting of the North Kalamo PT A will be held at the school house Friday evening, Sept. 20, at 8 o’clock and Hans Kardel ofCharlotte will be the speaker of the evening. We hope each family in the district will be represented. — (Barnes'District) Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Hamilton and Clarence Shaw and family visited friends and relatives at Adrian Sunday, and enjoyed a trip to the Irish Hills. — (Barryville) Perry Fassett attended the Michigan State College this last year, and was sent to Washington to spend his vacation in the forestry department. He had a lookout job, looking for forest fires, being all alone for several weeks at a time, and not seeing a white person. At one time an Indian came his way. He is now on his way back to attend the M.S.C. another year. — (South Vermontville) Miss Ruth French of DePere, Wis., will visit her aunt, Lola Strait, the last of this week. She is on her way back to her school work at Yale College. — (Barryville) Mr. and Mrs. Charley Day and family attended the annual picnic held at the Kellogg farm near Gull Lake last Saturday, and visited the new school building and said it was worth one’s time. — (Martin Comers) No services at the church Sunday. Our pastors are in Kalamazoo at the annual conference. We hope they may be returned to us. — (Barnes District) The PTA met Thursday evening and enjoyed the splendid pro­ gram of music and readings, given by friends from Nashville, who have the in­ terest of the rural communites at heart, and so willingly gave us of their time and talent. Cub Scouts plan round-up Vermontville Cub Scout Pack No. 649 will start the school year off with a pack meeting and roundup at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, in the all-purpose room at Maplewood. This meeting is for all new and returning scouts in grades one through five. An ice­ cream social follows the meeting and registration. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1991 __Page 5 911 service outlined, s '"tijSiss RjjS JSb* «mS& “ S 1 * Ss *«SS ‘*'' Freeport area in Barry County. Phone customers who can dial 911 are billed a nominal monthly fee (Nashville residents now pay 32 cents), which goes to the phone com­ pany to cover cost of their equipment and service for the emergency system. Moore also talked about the importance of correct address information and said a master address service guide and new mapping ofBarry County now under way will help in this area. For now, Nashville residents have the option of calling 911 through Eaton County, but may receive faster emergency assistance by dialing the exisiting seven­ digit phone numbers: 852-0810 for fire or am­ bulance and 948-4800 for police. In another hearing Thurs­ day, the council considered public comments on a pro­ posal to rezone the old village garage at 109 Cleveland St., a home at 519 Sherman St. and business properties at 520 and 538 Sherman St. from residential to general business. The proposed move was in­ tended to enhance the sale of the village garage by connec­ ting it to the nearby business area through a zoning change. The Nashville Planning Commission in August deadlocked in a vote on the plan. from front page Ronald Bracy, a former member of that commission, said he had canvassed the area, talked with some of the residents and, “They are against it.” Owners of all the named properties were present at the hearing, and some expressed concern that their taxes might rise if the area was officially declared a commercial zone. “You have no business sec­ tion out there,” Bracy told the council. “If those (existing) businesses are abandoned they would revert to R-l (residential).” Council later voted 5-2 against rezoning. The issue initally surfaced this past spring when the village rented part of the old garage for storage. Nashville built a new municipal garage at the sewer plant site in the mid-1980s. In other business Thursday, the council: — Referred to Forrest Burd, head of the Department ofPublic Works Committee, a complaint by Richard Sweet that the village grader is sweeping gravel from his pro­ perty each time it swings around the comer near his property at 128 Water Alley. — Approved a bid of $540 from Musser Service of Nashville for six radial tires for a village truck. Musser’s was among four bids receiv­ ed, and though one from a Lake Odessa dealer was $21 lower, council said it would kK« ?£*«** *«** ■k ‘Mita, ■InHIoVl^gu** ^bnofaifcj ,,"* tajfcjBinaLftWi! *k taj^irta •® fa In; d hi '-"’ ■U “■ls *« mlfauikk ussimffli JtSIllfeBll njliwibm fa Dial kbit Toni’s Style Shop We are Jiere to make you look your best. WE USE REDKEN PRODUCTS Toni Belinda Darlene Mon.-Sat. Tues.-Sat. Appt. Only Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon After 4:00 p.m. by Appointment Only - WALK-INS WELCOME - 111 S. Main, Nashville, Ml Phone - 852-9192 ■t antjij. - Ml I M tfgUHtt I ofc. h.tifStekW | i it imWilW sir Stintanjhdtk tfanfittW Ha -kmWK fait ihMi^ Mb UH aift^B HiQil*^ itonfaifr globin obin” "•’.tilwl1 be more costly if they had to send the truck and driver out of town to get the tires installed. — Agreed to skip participa­ tion in the annual Michigan Mayor’s Exchange Day next spring because of costs involved. — Gave permission to let bids for trimming of trees in Nashville and removal of about a dozen dead trees. It was reported there also are about eight dead trees to be removed from Lakeview Cemetery. — Heard a report from Burd that DPW Supervisor Leon Frith will meet with an engineer next week for advice on the spillway repair project, adding: “We aren’t going to abandon the dam yet.” — Learned, also from Burd, that a new pump is needed for the municipal lift station on Lentz Street at the cost of $12 to $15 per hun­ dred. One ofthe two pumps at the station is inoperable and if a problem should develop with the remaining one, said Burd, it could create a serious sewage problem in the east end of town. — Heard a report from Village President Ray Hin­ ckley that he and Burd had canvassed the town Wednes­ day to cite infractions of Nashville’s junk ordinances. They found some 20 proper­ ties in violation. Owners will be sent warning letters before citations are issued. — Heard a report from Village Clerk Rose Heaton on a meeting she attended on pro­ posed use of the Nashville Community Center by the local senior citizens’ group. Meeting with Barry County COA Executive Director Tammy Pennington, COA board members and Jeff Zank of the Barry County Health Department, Heaton learned that the building would re­ quire extensive renovations to meet state regulations. Although delivered meals would be served, not prepared there, the health department mandates four sinks in the kit­ chen, installation of a new kit­ chen stove vent, and refinishing kitchen walls and ceiling. In addition, restroom doors must be widened. The Community Center is Nashville’s old pump house, renovated in the late 1970s with federal grant funds, and now is available for rent for private gatherings. Overholt gospel singers to appear at Nashville church Sept. 22 Gospel singers Ray and Millie Overholt will appear in concert at 11 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 22, at Nashville Assembly of God. ■£££' Ray Overholt was formerly featured on the “Kate Smith Hour” on CBS and the “Na­ tional Barn Dance” in Chicago. He also had his own TV show in Grand Rapids. Since their conversion to Christ in 1958, the Overholts have appeared on several radio and television programs around the country, “The Grand 01’ Opry,” “Accent,” and “Abundant Life,” to name a few. The Overholts also are songwriters. Some of their better known songs are Ten Thousand Angels, Hallelujah Square, God’s Choir, and Nothing Touches Me Quite Like Calvary. Ray plays guitar and Millie plays piano. The Assembly of God is located at 735 Reed St. The public is invited to attend. Gospel singers Ray and Millie Overholt will appear Sunday at Nashville Assembly of God. Open Nights ’til 9:00 p.m. Monday thru Saturday Vermontville woman is no longer missing A 27-year-old Vermontville area-woman reported missing last Friday actually was in hiding as the result of a domestic issue and has been located, ocae, accorng according to o thee Eaton County Sheriff Department. Irene Eaton ofVermontville had been reported missing by her husband Friday at 11:48 p.m. She was located in Hastings. The case has been closed,, according to Detective Benton of the Eaton County Sheriff Department. 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Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1991 — Page 6 Vermontville Sav-Way grocery store sold to Lansing couple by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Ken Lambracht of Sav-Way Mini Market in Vermontville announced last week that he has sold the store to a Lansing couple. Carl Smith and his fiance, Nicole Aibout, will take over officially Thursday. The two have a wedding date set for next April. She hopes to relocate to the Ver­ montville community as soon is a home can be found. Last week they were in the Vermontville store learning he “ropes” from Lambrecht, vho has owned the business or three years. Aibout has had some four years ex­ perience, working in her family’s Lansing area grocery. Smith is new to the business. “He has been in construc­ tion and electrical engineer­ ing,” said Aibout. “But he is very adaptable.” Smith’s grandfather is Dorr Granger, a rural Vermontville native who moved away from the community in 1917. Granger now lives in Lansing, and is in good health, said Smith. The 90-year-old man plans to spend some time in the Vermontville store visiting his grandson and renewing old acquaintances. Old-timers Something To ThinkAbout DAVID D. ROSIER DIRECTOR DOCUMENTATIONFOR ESTATE If part of your estate izing your documentation eventually will be pro­ can mean a direct dollar bated, a simple but enor­ savings. Whether we like it or mously useful step to save money is to organize your not, our financial and legal records and documents as affairs depend on paper. completely as you possibly For your survivors’ sake, can now, while you’re draw up an inventory of all the information they alive. will need. Gather the Interestingly enough, papers together, if you this is more important if have them, or make care­ your estate is small rather ful notations as to where than large. Searching out the papers are to be found locuments by the executor and what they contain. s charged against the ROSIER FUNERAL HOME state and represents a Mapes-Fisher Chapel ireater percentage of a 193 Jackson St. mall estate than a large Tel: (517) 566-8141 me. In either case, organDedicated to those we serve. may remember his parents, Ernest and Adeline Granger. The new owners are looking forward to learning more about the store operation and becoming part of the community. “Johnny Rodriguez and his wife (longtime former owners of the store) will come in and help out for a while,” said Smith. Rodriguez will teach Smith how to cut meat for the meat department. Aibout has been working as a designer for a Lansing ar­ chitect. She has an associate’s degree in that field from Lans­ ing Community College. After he leaves the store Lambracht plans to attend paramedic school for nearly a year and will continue with his other businesses, including a cardio-plumonary resuscia- Ken Lambracht congratulates the new owners.of Sav-Way Mini Market in Ver­ montville. Carl Smith and his fiance, Nicole Aibout, officially will take over the business Thursday. tion center he opened last spr­ ing with Tina Thompson of Vermontville. CPRC is a franchise of the American Heart Association and is operated under its auspices. Lambracht and Thompson are both AHA-certififed Dumping prompts council action r council approved allocating $807 to move the line. The Maple Manor project proposes to add public restroom facilities to accom­ modate four women and four men at one time, especially necessary during the village’s annual Maple Syrup Festival, but it also is intended for use in connection with gatherings in the nearby town- park. The Syrup Association and other donors will foot the estimated $10,000 structural and plumbing costs ofthe pro­ ject. The village will pay half the approximate $500 cost of installation of necessary water and sewer service lines. With improvements, the association hopes to cut in half / its annual $1,400 rent for port-a-johns used during the festival. In other business, the counted extended a deadline for in­ terested parties to submit ap­ plications to fill a vacancy on the village council. The open­ ing occurred when Trustee Sharon Faust resigned last month due to employment that prevents her attending even­ ing meetings. Confusion over the first deadline resulted in only one application being received the day before the meeting, a time initially set as the cutoff. One was received the next day. “Some had assumed that the day ofthe (scheduled Sept. 5) meeting was the deadline,” noted Booher. A deadline date did not ap­ pear in minutes of the council meeting at which it was agreed to advertise the open­ ing. Because ofthe confusion, Booher phoned Michigan Municipal League for advice. “They said one application wasn’t a choice,” explained Booher. “They advised exten­ ding the deadline and advertis­ ing it again.” Booher said the village now has two applications and will continue to accept others from interested persons until the new deadline, set at 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26. In other business Thursday, the council: — Approved purchase of a new John Deere 310-C backhoe from. A.I.S. of Lans­ ing at the cost of $25,600 with instructors. He said his future plans in­ clude “putting a lot more em­ phasis on CPR.” continued from front- trade. — Tabled an ordinance variance requested by John Chames in August to place a mobile home on property he owns between Walnut and Seminary streets. The council called a public hearing on the matter Aug. 13, but Chames did not attend. Council has now learned that the party for whom the request was made has since obtained property in Nashville for placement ofthe mobile home. Booher said the measure will be tabled for six months or until Chames con­ tacts them again. — Read a letter from TRIAD Cable TV expressing displeasure about council’s plan to increase from $50 to $200 the monthly fee for use of the village water tower for placement of a sateillite dish. The Marshall-based cable television company suggested $60 per month instead, but council resubmitted a pro­ posal for $100 per month for six months starting Dec. 1, and $200 thereafter. 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Britton Concrete of Hastings is handling the job, which involves tearing out old sidewalks and removing many large tree roots in addition to installation of the new concrete. In August, Burd said the plan was to proceed eastward on Sherman “as far as the Carl Slagel of Britton Concrete of Hastings installed forms Thursday for fo new sidewalks on Sherman Street, the first step in a long-range replacement plan. money will take-us.” The council in June allocated one mill of its street department budget to a special fund for sidewalk replace­ ment, generating about $9,750 “seed money” for the first year. Completion of the plan to replace all faulty sidewalks throughout the village is expected to take several years. Homeowners will pay half the cost ofreplacing the walks abutting their properties. This can be paid in a lump sum or in monthly payments, but if unpaid, would become a tax assessment against the property. The village hopes to collect the Sherman Street payments within one year so that this amount can be added to next year’s one-mill allocation, generating close to $15,000 for the 1992 phase, explained Village President Ray Hin- Eaton County Junior Miss candidates sought Application forms are being accepted for the 1991 Eaton County Junior Miss “Young Woman of the Year” scholar­ ship program. Candidates must be high school senior girls attending a high school in Eaton County who plan to further their education after graduation. Scholarships and prizes, are awarded based on excellence in scholarship, fitntss, creativity and human rela­ tions. Half of the procedures are “behind the scenes” in scholastic achievement and the panel evaluation (personal interview). On-stage presentations make up the other 50 percent creative and performing arts, fitness, and presence and composure. The 1991 Eaton County Junior Miss “Young Woman of the Year” program will be held Saturday, Nov. 16, in the Mott Auditorium at Olivet College. The 1991 Eaton County Junior Miss “Young Woman • Thank You • d We would like to thank all those who donated and helped in any way, to make our Nashville United Methodist Church Building Fund Auction such a success. A special thank you to Stanton’s Auctioneers, Susan Hinckley, Laura McIntyre, Esther Long, The Merchants, and Doug and Nelle Hardhart. Russ Keech Harold Hansen The law firm of Clary, Nantz, Wood, Hoffius, Rankin, and Cooper of Grand Rapids will be presenting a seminar focusing on issues in­ volving the elderly. Nursing home regulations, guardianship, durable power of attoney for health care decisions, conservatorship ap­ pointment and estate planning will be specifically addressed. This seminar is open to the public and is free of charge. This seminar will be held at: THORNAPPLE MANOR 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings Wednesday, September 18 • 7:00 P.M. For any additional information, please call Teresa Howell at 945-2407, For life’s little disappointments r,w I l.. Send en thee FTD® r Pick-Me-Up 1SWJ.fl Bouquet. Just ! call or visit us today.. itffl FIBERGLASS FURNITURE F session is required for candidates. This also will be the final day that applications will be accepted for participation. Parents are encouraged to attend the “Coca Cola Party” with their daughters to become acquainted with the details of the program. For more information or to have an application form mailed, call chairwoman Susan Joostbems at (616) 749-7116 or (616) 749-9243. Application forms also are available in the office of each high school’s guidance department. GARAGE SALE SEPT 19TH, 20TH & 21ST 9-6. 1/2 mile south ofM-50 on Shaytowh. Loa Kinyon. GARAGE SALE: SEPT 19-20, 9-5. 540 Durkee Street, Nashville. 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Balloons Fresh Flowers Plants Arrangements Contact usfor wedding consultations Business Services DAILY DELIVERY *15.00 orders & up • • • • PRICE BUSTERS Garage Sale Pets * Free delivery on A name in flowers since 1954 §| ofthe Year” also will be eligi­ ble to win scholarships and other awards at the state level, when she competes at the Michigan Junior Miss “Young Woman ofthe Year” state finals to be held in Mar­ shall in January. The winner of the state title will go on to compete at the national Junior “Young Woman ofthe Year” program in Mobile, Ala. Interested candidates should plan to attend an orientation program, commonly known as the “Coca Cola Party” (after the national sponsor), on Sunday, Oct. 6, from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Dole Hall Blue Room at Olivet College. At­ tendance at this orientation ckley. Under this plan the fund will increase annually by one-half so that each suc­ cessive year more walks can be done. Only those sidewalks in disrepair will be replaced, and obstructive tree roots will be removed rather than cir­ cumvented with circular cuts in the walks, said Hinckley. He added that he is pleased with the work being done by Britton’s. Priority of sidewalks needing repair was established by the council after a public hearing last month to seek comments on the matter. No citizens showed up at that session. “However, since we’ve started this project (on Sher­ man Street), several have come into village hall to sug­ gest other locations they think should have been done first,” said Hinckley. 8-OZ. HOURS: 9 o.m. Io 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday Hineral ice 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-084S �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1991 — Page 8 Ice cream socials bring parents, staff together J-Ad Graphics News Service An ice cream social and open house last week at Fuller Street and Kellogg elementary schools in Nashville gave parents and teachers an oppor­ tunity to become better acquainted. The event, billed as an ice cream social-open house, was sponsored by the Nashville Parent-Teacher Organization, and was held Tuesday evening at Fuller Street school and Thursday evening at Kellogg. Nancy Potter, FullerKellogg Principal, said there was a “nice turnout” at Fuller but attendance was not so great at Kellogg. She said this is the first year that the annual event has been held separately at the two schools. In past years, a joint gathering has been held at Fuller Street school. The decision to hold separate events was designed to help put the spotlight on Kellogg school as well. Potter said a main purpose of the open house is to give parents an opportunity to visit their children’s classrooms and to The open house provided an opportunity for parents to visit their children's classroom and to get an overview of studies from the teachers. Here, Kellogg sixth-grade teacher Steve Slag talks with mothers Mary Hay (left) and Janet Scott. talk to their teachers. “The teachers give an over­ view” of classroom studies, ffSEClWA ALL INTEREST IS CANCELLED That's what happens when SECURA Life's Mortgage Decreasing Term insurance pays off the principal on your home. Through this necessary coverage, both the principal and any future, unpaid interest are cancelled if a primary breadwinner dies before said Potter. Also at last week’s events, a special display showed samples of products that the schoolchildren will be selling in the fall PTO fund-raiser Several Eaton County 4-H members placed well in the annual Michigan 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament held Aug. 24 at the Great Lakes Sport and Recreation Club in Escanaba, Michigan. The muzzle loading team, consisting of 4-H members Howard Troutner, Matt Williams, Jacob Williams and Shane Rugg placed second in today. Tobias-Mason Insurance For complete information, contact: Dick Tobias, 109 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 Phone 517*852-2005 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS • • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available PRICE REDUCED!! NOW $39,500!! 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(CH-377) BELLEVUE: 120 ACRES - $108,000 or 160 ACRES $136,000. 3 NEW LISTING: SMALL HORSE FARM ON APPROX. 5 ACRES ■ Large 5 bedroom farmhouse with natural wood trim, 2 full baths, new kitchen, formal dining room, large deck, nice barn "set-up" with 3 box stalls & 3 standing stalls plus tack room. Good location. Maple Valley Schools. Cal! Don. (CH-390) NEEDED! Good “marketable” properties for “qualified" buyers — country homes on small acreage, Maple Valley School District and homes in Nash­ ville or Vermontville. Please give us La call if you are thinking of selling! gallons of ice cream served there by the PTO. Dipping ice cream for sundaes was serious business for Kellogg school student Abby Aspinall. Eaton County 4-Her's join state tournament your home is paid for. It isn't enough to protect the financial investment represented by your home through property insurance. You must also protect your family's right to live there, should something happen to you. For more information on Mortgage Decreasing Term insurance, or other SECURA Life products, call your local SECURA Life agent Broker (Graduate Realtors Institute) starting in October. Ice cream sundaes that sold for 25 cents at the open houses defrayed costs ofthe nearly 18 APPROX. 350-FT. ON CEDAR CREEK - Private^*ioded set­ ting. 2 bedr^«A^anch home, main flo^ruundry, 1 % car garage. Call Sandy. (CH-266) bedroom house and farm buildings. LAND CONTRACT TERMS! 15 miles to Battle Creek. 30 miles to Lansing. The "extra" 40 acres perks o.k. for septic. (F-384) VACANT LAND NEAR VERMONTVILLE 20 ACRES • PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge Great building sites for walk-out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) 20 ACRES: North of Nashville gravel road some trees, stake surveyed and site perk­ ed(VL-388) of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up(VL-359) 10 ACRE PARCELS . Three to choose from - blacktop road near Vermontville. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) the state. Members of the ar­ chery team placing fifth were Patrick Priesman, Alain Serven, Tom Pfiester and Jason Troutner. In individual archery com­ petition, Melinda Hen­ drickson and Courtney Pfiester placed second and third respectively in their junior division. Tom Pfiester and Jacob Williams both received third place honors in their separate senior divi­ sions. Patrick Priesman took a third place award in the Junior Sighted Compound Archery Division. Howard Troutner won first place in the Senior Bow Hunting Program. Ken Burcaw received a first place award in the Senior Field Air Rifle competition. Also competing were Louis and Nick Vasilion and Jason Edick. Help Wanted BABYSITTER NEEDED In my home. From 6am to 10am. If interested call, 852-9695. EARN EXTRA MONEY. Christmas Around The World is hiring demonstrators in your area. No collections, no delive­ ries. $300 sample kit provided. CaU Teresa, 517-627^524, GIRLS WANTED from Michi­ gan between 9-19 to compete in the 1991 GRAND RAPIDS PAGEANTS. Over $15,000 in prizes and scholarships. Call 1-800-345-2330 ext. 6118. HELP WANTED night time waitress. No phone caUs. Apply in person at Ole Cookstove, 174 S. Main, Vermontville. UTILITY COMPANY JOBS Start $7.80/$15.75/hour, your area. Men & women needed, no experience necessary. For infor­ mation caU 1-900-370-4562, ext #4317,9am-9pm, 7 days. $12.95 fee. Lost & Found LOST- 9-10-91 Female lab/ springer mix puppy. Brown w/ white chest, Round Lake Road area. REWARD! 517-726-1185. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. h The tournament gave the 4-H’ers an opportunity to test their shooting skills and demonstrate their ability to handle a firearm safely. To start or join a 4-H‘Shooting Sports Club in your area, con­ tact the Cooperative Exten­ sion Service, 543-2310 or 372-5594. Summary CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING September 4, 1991 Present: J. Jarvie, L. Pixley, N. Rasey, W. Wilson. Absent: J. Cooley. Also present: Lorna Wilson, Orvin Moore, Earl Wilson, John Gates. The Treasurer’s report showed General Fund Beg. Bal. $56,714.64, Reefs. $1828.87, Disb. $3625.77, End. Bal. $54,917.74; Block Grant Bal. $14,906.81, Fire Vot. Bal. $38,566.81; Amb. Vot. Bal. $42,913.16; Twp. Imp. Bal. $69,079.42; PPC# $513.63; PPC#2 $135.84. Bills Approved ...83.12 N. Rasey.......... J.W. Cooley....... J. Jarvie................. W. Wilson............... Ml Bell.................... Nashville Lions..... Cons. Power........ L. Pixley................. H.C. Band.............. Recycle Bd............. J. Jarvie.................. J.W. Cooley........... $250.00 ..510.00 ... 83.12 ... 33.73 .... 3.60 ... 30.75 ..496.17 ..665.36 1000.00 ... 24.64 ..998.57 M. Meade......... BS&A Software Village of Nash ..375.00 1795.00 ...16.33 Block Grant: Johnson Con............... C. Barth....................... Johnson Con............... Johnson Con............... HWC. Bank................... Eaton Co. Reg. Deeds ..957.00 .1406.63 .2043.00 .1052.00 ..654.00 ....11.00 Other business: Amended Block Grant Budget, heard presentations from Moore and Wilson on E-911, and Gates on Planning and Zoning. VIL1A6E ©IF NOTICE OF VERMONTVILLE COUNCIL TRUSTEE OPENING Due to the resignation of Sharon Faust, there is a trustee position open on the Vermontville Village Council. The appointment is until the General Election in March 1992. Anyone interested in filling the vacancy should send a letter of interest to the Ver­ montville Village Council, 121 S. Main, P.O. Box K, Vermontville, Ml 49096. All letters are to be received by 3:00 p.m. September 26, 1991. The appointment will be made at the regular meeting of the Village Council at 7:30 p.m. on October 3, 1991. tft HLUU UHLU n | HUMJJI11 LU �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1991 — Page 9 Maple Valley High School graduates return from national band tour obituaries Farrell D. Babcock___ Farrell D. Babcock passed away Sunday, September 8, 1991. He enlisted in the Michigasn State Police in 1937, retired as Detective Captain and Divi­ sion Commander of the Records, Indentification and Statistics Division in April 1966. The State of Michigan Bureau is one of the largest in the world. He was appointed Director of Public Safety and Chief of Police, East Grand Rapids May 1966, retiring in April 1983. He was Past President of International Association for Identification, past President Michigan-Ontario Identifica­ tion Association, life member of Michigan Association of Chief of Police, member of local Michigan Law Enforce­ ment Association, Michigan- Helen A. Randall_____ VERMONTVILLE - Helen A. Randall, 86 of 9260 West Lawrence Highway, Vermontville passed away Monday, September 9, 1991 at Bennett’s Care Home, Vermontville. Mrs. Randall was bom July 26, 1905 in Vermontville, the daughter of Benjamin and Blanche (Hart) Lake. She was raised in Vermontville and graduated from, Vermontville High School. She was married to Myron Randall on July 2, 1942 in Baltimore, Maryland. She worked at Lozo’s Grocery in Vermontville in her younger days and did housekeeping in the area. During World War II, she worked for the government assembling radar equipment at Dundok, Maryland and work­ ed as a waitress there. Also during World War II she assembled engines for the Geraldine (Gerry) Richard Wellman government at the fairgrounds in Richmond, Virginia. She VERMONTVILLE - Geral­ She was married to Keith dine (Gerry) Richard Well­ Wellman May 8, 1937, the enjoyed meeting with her man, 72 of Vermontville couple had been married 54 friends at the neighborhood coffee clutch. passed away Tuesday, years. Mrs. Randall is survived by September 10, 1991 at Hayes Keith and Gerry wintered in Green Beach Memorial Hospi­ Cedar Key, Florida. Gerry her husband, Myron; brother tal, Charlotte after a long loved fishing and camping and and sister-in-law, Winston and illness. both Keith and Gerry were Opal Lake of Kalamo; Mrs. Wellman was born charter members ofthe Happy brothers-in-law, Forest Randall of Livonia and Dalee April 1, 1919, the daughter of Camper Trailer Club. Randall of Fairbome, Ohio; Marian Van Buren and Clifton Mrs. Wellman is survived several nieces and nephews. Richard. by four children, Ed and She was preceded in death Myrna Bartlett of Midland, by three brothers. Kendal and Pat Wellman of Funeral services were held Charlotte, Raymond and Sam Wednesday, September 11 at Wellman of Portland, Greg Maple Valley Chapel-Genther and Linda Wellman of Funeral Home, Nashvjlle.with Sunfield;' grandchildren, Tim Reverend Kenneth Vaught Bartlett, Jay Bartlett, Susan officiating. Burial was in and Tim Skutt, Judy Wohl- Maple Hill Cemetery, from, Bill Wellman, Wendy Charlotte. and Rob Grant, Waverly and Memorial contributions OFFERING COMPLETE Dave Wilcox, Randy and may be made to the Vermont­ WATER & WELL Becky Wellman, Kelly and DRILLING & PUMP ville United Methodist John Smith, Cori Wellman, Church. Shari Wellman, Angela and SALES & SERVICE Bill Hosmer, Wade Peele; In Memoriam 4” to 12” WELLS great grandchildren, Joey IN MEMORIAM Wohlfrom, Tony and Tiffany In loving memory of George • Residential Wilcox, Lynn and Emily T. Frith who passed away one • Commercial Hosmer; brother, Lewis year ago September 21, 1990. • Farm Richard of Osseo. Treasured thoughts of one so Funeral services were held dear, We stock'a complete Saturday, September 14 at the Often brings a silent tear. line of ... Rosier Funeral Home, Mape- Time rolls on but memories lastt • Pumps • Tanks Fisher Chapel, Sunfield with In life we love you dearly, • Plastic & Steel Pipe Mr. Edgar Fleetham officiat- In death we love you still. • Other Well Supplies ing. Burial was in the Sunfield For in our hearts you hold a Cemetery. place, Memorial contributions That no one else can ever fill. may be made to the the DiabIt broke our hearts to lose you, etes Association or the Happy But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, Camper Trailer Club in That day God took you home. memory of Mrs. Wellman. The Family Indiana Law Enforcement Association, Southern Police Institute and University of Louisville Alumni Association. Mr. Babcock is survived by a daughter, Bonnie (David) Otto; 2 grandchildren, Jodi and Jamie; four brothers, Forrest C. of Nashville, Ivan J. (Phyllis) of Hastings, Versile D. (Geri) of Mason, William N. (Toni) of Lake Charles, Louisiana. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian, March 1982. Graveside services were held Wednesday, September 11 at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice or charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by the MetcalfJonkhoffFuner­ al Home. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. Literary Club to meet Sept. 19 (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE The first meeting of the year for the Nashville Woman’s Literary Club will be held this week Thursday, Sept. 19, at the Putnam Public Library. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. A book review and special readings will be given. Plans will be made for the upcoming year. President Marge Wolff has asked that anyone interested in joining the Literary Club and supporting the library is welcome to come to the meeting. lings Sanitary Service, 945-4493 or 1-800-866-4493 COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL • INDUSTRIAL Clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK-UPS • MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service INDUSTRIAL 4 COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS LANDFILL Helena Lehman Loren and Mary Lehman of Nashville. She is actively in­ volved with the National Honor Society and jazz band. Both girls are champions of the Grand National All-Star To the Editor: Boosters, Carl’s help athletics To the editor: The Maple Valley Boosters and Carl’s Supermarket, Inc. has done another great job in supporting athletics at Maple Valley. They provided hot dogs, chips, cookies and pop for the visiting Edwardsburg players and the Maple Valley athletes following the J.V. football game on Saturday, Sept. 14. Their help in supporting athletics at Maple Valley is greatly appreciated. Gunther Mittlestaedt, head varsity coach; Gary S. Onge, head J.V. football coach; Bill Farnsworth, athletic director, and the rest of the M.V. coaching staff Kristen Reid Dance Competition. They are students of tap, ballet, jazz Hawaiian and modeling, as well as being senior assistants at Brenda’s Dance Academy of Charlotte. SPECIAL QF THE WEEK... Reliance water Heaters 40 GAL. ELECTRIC - Energy efficient R Value 16.67, pressure and temperature relief valve is included. 40 GAL. GAS - Energy efficient R Value 8.33, pressure temperature relief valve is included. *165 *155 Comparable savings on other water heaters not In stock — Call and ask. Vermontville Hardware DOUG and JULIE DURKEE 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml Open Mon-Frl 8:30-6; Sat 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 726-1121 HOMETOWN I LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville (EB OK CREDIT • • • • • • • Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Andersen Windows Paneling Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints • • • • • • • Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Tools Electrical Plumbing Hardware 852-0882 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings Serving Hastings & Barry County Communities Since 1050 Maple Valley High School graduates Kristen Reid and Helena Lehman recently com­ pleted a successful tour with the Michigan All-State Lions Band. The band performed in Hawaii, Malaysia and Australia. Kristen, a 1991 graduate, is the daughter of Duane and Janice Reid of Nashville. She is active with 4-H, National Honor Society, student coun­ cil, color guard, jazz and con­ cert bands, track and horseback riding. Helena, also a 1991 graduate, is the daughter of SO Gallon Kart Service Avallebte SEE US FOR — DELIVERY • PLANNING ESTIMATES • SAVINGS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1991 — Page 10 ( Sports ] Nashville tops Vermontville 3rd and 4th grader gridders Last week Vermontville defeated Sunfield 12-6. The touchdowns were scored when Goris pulled in a 14yard Kenny Lackscheide scoring pass and when Kyle Kines scored on a 2yard run. Kines led the rushing with 35 yards on six tries. Goris chipped in 34. Sunfield scored its only TD late in the game. Vermontville is idle until it visits Sunfield Sept. 28, while Nashville will play Sunfield Saturday at Fuller Street School. Nashville's third and fourth grade football team defeated Vermontville Saturday 6-0. Nashville scored the only touchdown of the game in the first quarter on a run by Jeff Jones. Jones had 103 yards in 11 carries. Doug Crutcher led the Nashville defense with 14 tackles. Vermontville was led by Eric Goris with 36 yards on seven carries. Kevin Horten had five tackles to lead the Vermontville defense. Nashville 5-6 grade gridders drop Lake Odessa 8-0 The Nashville white 5th and 6th grade team defeated Lake Odessa 8-0 Saturday. Nashville took the lead ear­ ly in the first quarter. Chris Gonser ran 49 yards for a touchdown, then ran in the POLE BUILDINGS Erected by WOODLAND BUILDERS. Residential, Commercial, Farm • Horse Barns, Custom Framing Call Lloyd for a quick start at 1*800*950*2894 Free Estimates CELEBRATING Include*: CbalaSatt_____ Deluxe Carrying Case 196 oz Bottle of 2-Cvcle Engine Oil two-point conversion. Ryan Elliston, Leonard Hooks and Matt Rose all added to the days total of 141 yards. Gonser led the defense with seven tackles, followed by Andy Adams, Andy Oleson and Trent Harvey with 5 each. Nashville 5-6 white’s next game will be Saturday Sept. 28 at 12 p.m. at Fuller School. Save $45 On A Complete Poulan Pro Package New Model 255 features: • Exclusive Turbo-Clean™ air filter system • 2.44 c.i. engine (40cc) • 16' reversible guide bar • 3-piece crankshaft for longer eengine life 255-16’ Saw Package $229.97 (reg. $274.97) Bob’s Service Shop 852-9377 After opening the season with two losses, the Maple Valley girls basketball team has posted three straight victories. The Lady Lions squelched an Athens rally Thursday and hung on for a 52-44 win in a non­ league game at Athens. The Indians, after trailing 30-22 at halftime, closed to within a bucket with about two minutes remaining. But a pair of clutch free throws by Jennifer Phenix, one by Stephanie Bowens and a The Maple Valley junior varsity girls’ basketball team split a pair of games last week. The young Lions defeated Galeburg-Augusta, 39-21, on Tuesday, but dropped a tight 41-38 decision to Athens Thursday. Against Galesburg, Maple Valley jumped out to a 23-10 lead at the half and then coasted the rest of the way. Joyce Stine scored 10 points to lead the winners. Alice Poutan PRO Moore had eight, Stacee Hawkins seven and Linette Snyder six. At Athens, it was a poor shooting performance in the first half that doomed the Lions, as they sank only 5 of 32 attempts. Stine collected 13 points, Snyder had 10 points and seven rebounds and Lisa Wood had nine points and seven steals. Maple Valley’s record now is 3-2 overall. School Lunch Menus Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 18 *Salad, *Taco’s, lettuce/cheese, com, fruit juice, cookie. C*b*g0u45^*ar couple of late baskets by Janet Boldrey sealed the win. Phenix led the Lions with 20 points and 11 rebounds. Boldrey also had a big game, with 19 points, 10 boards, four assists and four steals. Athens dropped to 1-3 overall. Tuesday the Lions squared their season record with a 69-46 win over Galesburg Augusta. Maple Valley, leading 27-21 at halftrime, blew open the game in the third Bow Hunter SPECIAL FREE Bow Tune-Up Thursday, Sept. 19 *Salad, *Spaghetti, Tuna Sandwich, peas, peaches, roll and butter, salad bar. Friday, Sept. 20 ♦Salad, *Pizza, green beans, applesauce. Monday, Sept. 23 ♦Salad, *Hot dogs/bun, ♦Sub sandwich, french fries, fruit juice. Tuesday, Sept. 24 ♦Salad, *Burritos/sauce, ♦Burritos/no sauce, cheese, peas, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 18 Hot dog on bun, potato chips, beans, peaches. Thursday, Sept. 19 Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes, vegetable, bread and butter sandwich, fruit. Friday, Sept. 20 Ravolli, green beans, jelly sandwich, pears. Monday, Sept. 23 Hot ham and cheese sand­ wich, green beans, pickles, pears. Tuesday, Sept. 24 Burritos, french fries, car­ rot and celery sticks, fresh fruit. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. TOOLS Easton Gamegetter II Arrow (Cut to length and Insert Installed) $ f Q99 per ’/z Do*. JL ANTLERLESS DEER APPLICATION AVAILABLE NOW ASHVILLE HARDWARE sporting Tc quarter by outscoring the Rams 21-8. The one-two punch of Boldrey and Phenix paced the Lions again. Boldrey had 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Phenix added 19 and pulled down a game-high 19 caroms. Leigh Stine and Sara DeGroot chipped in eight Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 233 N. Main St. NaahviUc, Ml 852-0713 WE SHIP U.P.S. OPEN: Monday-Saturday fl a.rn.-5:30 p.m. points apiece. DeGroot also was a terror defensively, collecting 11 steals. Galesburg dropped to 1­ 2 with the loss. The Lions hit the road this week for road games at Paw Paw tonight and Pennfield Thursday. “BODY TALK Maple Valley jayvee eagers split two games last week Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 18 BBQ Turkey/bun, green beans, pears, cookie. Thursday, Sept. 19 Chicken nuggets/dip, mash­ ed potatoes, cherry sauce, butter sandwich. Friday, Sept. 20 Fishwich/bun, french fries, fresh fruit. Monday, Sept. 23 BBQ’s/bun, tater rounds, pear, pudding. Tuesday, Sept. 24 Macaroni and cheese, peas, pear, peanutbutter sandwich. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. OUR 45TH YEAR WITH SAVINGS FOR YOU1 610 S. Wellman Road Nashville, Ml 49073 Lady Lions b-ballers win third straight By Michael N. Callton, D.C. Sport spectator injuries While you’re watching the varsity football team on Friday, keep in mind that the players on the field aren’t the only ones who can get hurt. The fans sitting in the stands can end up with more aches and pains after the game then a lot of the athletes. Spectator .injuries are common, ranging from sore backs to frostbite. Sitting for four quarters on hard benches is not only tough on rear ends, but without proper back support, the muscles can get overstretched, leaving the sports fan achey by the end ofthe first half. A soft seat cushion will do wonders for rear ends while the tight ends are catching passes. Sitting straight, instead of slumped will keep sitting backs feeling good while running backs are diving for extra yardage. As the season wears on, the temperature drops. Shivering, cold muscles are at extra risk for soreness after the game. So while the players are warming up, the die hard fan must keep warm with adequate clothing and blankets. Since fingers, toes and ears are the most likely body parts to get frostbitten, don’t forget warm gloves, socks and hats. Some spectators think that they can keep severe cold away by drinking alcoholic beverages at games, but booze actually puts fans at a higher risk of getting frostbite, and getting into car accidents after the game. Alcohol impairs a person’s ability to recognize that a body part is freezing, so don’t forget that when the temperatures dip, there is no subsitute for warm clothing. Face mask and spearing infractions can lead to a 15-yard penalty and sore neck, but sitting in cold air looking to one side for too long can lead to a sore neck, too. When the play action moves to one side of the field, adjust your sitting position so that you are directly facing that side. That way you won’t have to twist your neck to that side, since you will already have your whole body facing that direction. Good teams need good players who are healthy, but they need good healthy fans too. Take precautions to avoid spec­ tator injuries so that when the game’s over, you’re not on the injury list. Fas sett Body Shop • PHONE • - HOURS — “‘W" 7234013 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. lic. #174« RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself •IIA” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1991 — Page 11 Lions win 27-7 following another strong second half Whatever tinkering Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt does with his team at halftime, he should keep on doing. Last week the Lions broke open a close game with three unanswered second-half scores en route to a 34-7 win over Fowler. Friday, Mittelstaedt's "pep talk" inspired the Lions to a 27-7 win over the Class B Eddies at Edwardsburg. The Lions have now outscored their opponents 34­ 0 after the half. Mittelstaedt, however, chose to heap the praise on his players."For a young team, I feel like we are playing very well as a team," Mittelstaedt said. "Our offensive line has done an outstanding job, and defensively, we are playing very well and hitting hard. Hopefully we can continue to improve a little bit each week throughout the season." The Lions came out strong to start the game. After a 47yard punt by Darrel Stine, Aaron Patrick levelled the Edwardsburg ball carrier on his own six. Stine then crunched an Eddie back, who tried to pitch the ball to a teammate. Kyle Neff recovered the ball in the end zone, and Brian Carpenter's FACTORY WORKERS Kxsiaoiiihti KimnilglmW iiaiidiEfciwtak ixjuywaii!|» k|iiiii.ltanj)wra'ita ixn leitlBtjw.jn’ieioi"* Allo area company has sanding, buffing,. and light assembly openings available. High starting wages for the non­ experienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope­ nings coming in every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be .given immediate con­ sideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal I.D. Never a fee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN 11:30 A.M. • 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY 698-7979 (EOF) Three Bldgs. South of corner of M-37/44th Street or 4595 Broad­ moor, S.E., Suite 150 (located in the Kent­ wood Corporate Complex) WE WILL BE IN YOUR AREA ON THURSDAY, SEPT. 1(, 1001 BETWEEN 1-4 P.M. AT MIDDLEVILLA INN, M-37, MIDDLEVILLE, Ml (USE SOUTH ENTRANCE) E.O.E. &r kick gave the Lions a 7-0 lead. Patrick then scored on a power dive play later in the quarter. Scott English helped set up the run with a 16-yard punt return. Mittelstaedt said he was particularly pleased with his special teams. "Our kicking game has Lion golfers win pair The Maple Valley golf team recorded a pair of wins last week to improve to 4-1 on the season. The Lions defeated St. Philip Monday 182-187. Kyle Booher had a 41 to lead the Lions, followed by Kirk Warner with a 46. Justin Truhn, Jeff Miller and Brian Stewart added 48’s. "It was the poorest score we’ve shot all year," Lion coach Mike Booher said. "Fortunately we were able to come out on top anyway." Maple Valley went from its worst to its best for WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 • J.V. & Var. Basketball, Away, Paw-Paw, 5:30 p.m. • Golf, Away, Portland St. Pats, 4:30 p.m. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 • Cross Country, Away, Marshall, 5:00 p.m. • Golf, Home, Eaton Rapids, 4:00 p.m. • J.V. Football, Away, Jackson Co. Western-Parma, 7 p.m. • J.V. & Var. Basketball, Away, Pennfield, 5:30 p.m. • Jr. Hi. Basketball, Home, Hastings, 4:30 p.m. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 • Var. Football, Home, Jackson Co. Western-Parma, 7:30 p.m, • Golf, Away, Byron Center, 4:15 p.m. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 • Golf, Away, Concord/Union City, 4:00 p.m. • Fresh Basketball, Home, Pewamo Westphalia, 6 p.m. • J.V. & Var. Basketball, Away, Galesburg/Augusta, 6 p.m. • Jr. Hi Basketball, Away, Olivet, 4:30 p.m. 8th grade eagers split with Lake Odessa Vikings Maple Valley 8th grade girls basektball team hosted Lake Odessa Thursday play­ ing an A and B game. Maple Valley’s “B” group lost to the Vikes 26-20. “The girls really played a fine game butjust were outsiz­ ed and not as quick,’’ Coach Kirwin said. “All in all I was very pleased with the way the girls played.” Sarah Kenyon led Team “B” with six points and Kerri Gibson had 5 steals. Maple Valley’s Team A beat Lake Odessa 37-17. The Lions press and good defense took control of the game early as they led the whole way. Team “A” was led by Nichole Kirwin with 12 points, Nicole Reid with eight points, Tracy Hickey 11 steals and Jody Hickey collected eight rebounds. Freshman girl eagers split with Hopkins and Delton The Maple Valley Lions hosted Hopkins Tuesday night. The eagers lost 40-25. Leading scorer was Dana dfolibaus. Halloween Fabrics & Patterns for Costumes and Crafts VII Thursday's meet with Ionia, shooting a 160. Booher shot a 36, followed by Warner and Miller with 41's. Stewart had a 42. The junior varsity improved to 4-0 with wins over St Philip (201-212) and Ionia (186-196). Against St. Philip, Matt Mace, Barry Brandt and Travis Graham led the way for the Lions, while Craig Hamilton and Truhn shot low scores against Ionia. The Lions will play Portland St. Pat's tonight and will face Eaton Rapids Thursday. 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Dana Hasselback controlled the boards, grabbing 17 rebounds. The 9th grade girls record is now 2-2. special teams." The Eddies' Brent Kohler scored late in the first half on a 1-yard run. A key play in the drive was when Edwardsburg converted a fourth-down play on a fake punt by a mere six inches. Ben Ronsten's conversion made it 14-7 at the half. To start the second half, the rushing of Jeremy Reynolds, Jason Byington and Patrick sparked a 13play, 70-yard drive. Reynolds scored from the two midway through the quarter. Carpenter's conversion sailed wide to the right The defense then came up big for the Lions. On fourth and one, from the Maple Valley 20, the Eddie quarterback fumbled. Stine scooped up the ball and returned it out to midfield. The Lions scored their final touchdown in the fourth quarter on a 1-yard Travis Norten dive, set up after Maple Valley stopped still another fake punt A late Byington interception ended any Edwardsburg threat to mount a comeback, and the Lions held the ball the rest of the way. The Lions gained 247 yards in offense, all on the ground, and limited the Eddies to 163 yards. Defensive tackle Mike Trowbridge led the Lions with 12 tackles, and inside linebacker Tom Snyder chipped in eight Stine also made five tackles, nearly all ofthem for losses. Reynolds led the Maple Valley rushing attack with 145 yards on 18 carries. Patrick had 66 yards on 13 tries. Maple Valley will return home Friday for another game against a Class B opponent playing host to Parma Jackson County Western. Jayvee gridders defeat Edwardsburg 30-14 The Junior Lions picked up third touchdown, capped off scoring on a 14-yard their second win of the season by a 26 yard run by Cliff touchdown pass from Priddy Saturday afternoon with a Weller. Gabe Priddy ran in to Burpee. Priddy ran in the hard fought 30-14 win over the extra point to increase the extra points to make the final score of 3D-14. Ian B. Edwardsburg. lead to 22-8. The offense was led by Ran­ Edwardsburg refused to The Eddies opened the scor­ ing on their first possession fold and scored on a 40-yard dy Jarrard with 106 yards on and converted the extra points run and missed the extra point 16 carries. The defense was led by Chris Miller with 12 to take an 8-0 lead. The Lions to close the gap to 22-14. The Lions capped off the tackles and Matt Reid with 10. answered on their first posse­ sion with Randy Jarrard going over from six yards out. The extra point was no good to make the score 8-6. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 9 —.Tuesday, September 24, 1991 Christiansen memorial tree planted in Nashville park J-Ad Graphics News Service A tree was planted last Wednesday at the south side of Nashville’s Putnam Park in memory of Harold Chris­ tiansen, former village presi­ dent and longtime community volunteer. A young maple sapling was moved by Ay les Tree and Landscape of Lansing from an obstructive position at the edge of an alley in the south part of the village to its new location near the Nashville Syrup Association Sugar Shanty. The idea of planting a tree in memory of Christiansen was suggested by the Nashville Village Council shortly after Christiansen’s death Aug. 19. Officials said they felt it would be a fitting tribute to a man who for several years had single-handedly spearheaded a drive to replace Nashville’s dead or dying ancient maples with young new trees. Not on- Former resident, 90 year-old, has fond memories of Vermontville by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Memories of Vermontville in an earlier era flooded back Friday to Dorr Granger. The 90-year-old Lansing resident stopped in the village to see his grandson, Carl Smith, who with his fiance, Nicole Aibout,' recently bought the Sav-Way Mini Market. The occasion that brought Granger back through his hometown was quite unusual in itself: he had been in Charlotte for the annual din­ ner meeting of his siblings — all six ofwhom are still living. Their ages range from 79 to 96. Only the eldest. Iva Amspacher of Vermontville, who will be 97 in December, was unable to attend the gathering at Elias Brothers Restaurant. All of the other children of the late Ernest and Adeline (Gehman) Granger were pre­ sent. They are Gertrude Tyler of Hastings, who will be 94 in November^ Mildred Carey, 92, of Charlotte; Dorr Granger, 90, and Keith Granger. 88, both ofLansing; and Marjorie Childs, 79, of Sunfield. Dorr remembers well the community in which he was bom and raised. "We lived in Vermontville until 1 was 5 years old, then moved in 1906 to a farm near Carlisle, and after that to several other farm locations.” recalled Granger. Then in 1916 his parents purchased the farm of his uncle, Will Gehman, south of Vermdntville. While living in the village, Dorr’s father sold farm equip­ ment, buggies and harnesses in a location on the east side of the business district, across from the food market now owned by his grandson. The store building is no longer standing. Granger remembers exactly where various businesses were located on Vermont­ ville’s Main Street in the early See Memories, page 3 The Christiansen memorial tree was moved to its new location by Ayles Tree and Landscape of Lansing. ly had he planted most of the saplings himself, he also had furnished many of them. The location for the memorial tree was selected because of Christiansen’s 25-year association with Nashville’s community syrup­ making project, an annual fund-raiser dating back to the sugar-rationing days of World War II. Each spring since 1966, Christiansen had spent countless hours boiling sap in the NS A Sugar Shanty, donating his “pay” to various local groups. (Under the NSA program a record is kept of man-hours donated by each volunteer who helps produce the annual maple syrup crop from village-owned trees, and the “wages” earned then go to any community organization designated by the various workers.) Also near the site of the newly-planted tree is Nashville’s old municipal pump house, renovated in the late 1970s for use as a com­ munity center. Christiansen became a volunteer caretaker See Memorial tree, page 9 Convenient 24-hour recycling drop site opens in Nashville by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The opening last week of a convenient new recyclables drop site in Nashville was heralded by planners and welcomed by residents. The around-the-clock facili­ ty is located in the southwest corner of the parking lot at Carl’s Market on Reed Street. The only local site for depositing recyclables previously had been Nashville’s Transfer and Recycling Center on Casgrove Street, which operates only on Saturdays. The new site opened under auspices of the Nashville Village Council, with financial support from the Village of Vermontville and townships of Vermontville, Castleton and Maple Grove. Each of the five -units of government has pledged to contribute $20 per month toward the $100 monthly fee to be charged by Hastings government. He also praised who are confused about the Sanitary Service to haul away Dwyer and Ohler for the difference between metal and the materials. presentations they made to the aluminum should test the can Carl’s Market is con­ various governmental bodies with a common refrigerator tributing use of the location; to win support for the project. magnet. The magnet will not Ken Neil, owner of Hastings The collection bins were stick to aluminum. Sanitary Service, furnished Most foods (vegetables, pressed into service almost the collection units; and Jane Norton, coordinator of immediately after placement fruits, etc.) are canned in last week. Despite very metal, while most beverage Recycling in Barry County, specific signage, some users containers are aluminum. The arranged for instructional have shown confusion over latter tends to be very pliable, signs paid for by RiBC, said steps for processing and squeezable by hand. Nashville President Pro Tern All cans need to have labels depositing plastic milk jugs, Ted Spoelstra, who serves on the recycling committee form­ metal cans, clear glass and removed and be flattended aluminum recyclables, noted before depositing in the dump­ ed last December. sters. Metal cans need to have Spoelstra. Ron Ohler, a local citizen “They need to really take both ends removed ifpossible. who volunteered to head that The large unit provided by note of the signs,” said committee, donated posts and Spoelstra. “A lot of people Neil is equipped with bins to anchors for the signs. are not flattening the cans and hold metal cans in one end and "There is about a $7,000 they are putting aluminum in plastic milk jugs in the other. total investment in bins and with the metal. There is; a An adjacent open dumpster signs,” noted Carol Jones separate barrel just for holds clear glass, and a barrel Dwyer, Nashville village aluminum.” trustee who serves on the See Recycling, page 6 Dwyer suggested people RiBC Board of Directors. All capital expense has been donated, said Dwyer, and it is important that people realize the hauling costs are a small amount of the total operation. "We are taking a big step • Long-time fireman retires (locally) in supporting it so far,” noted Dwyer, but she urged Barry County also to of­ • Nashville Lions induct new officers fer financial help. “Recycling that is going on in the county • Recycling is now trend at school is (now) being supported by volunteer effort and principal­ kitchen ly business people.” Spoelstra said Dwyer, an at­ • Professor Orlan dies at 99 torney, “has done one tremendous jobin formulating the agreement” that was signed by the local units of In This Issue... Recyclables now can be deposited at this new facility at Carl's Market. Showing how the bins are to be used are Nashville Village Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer and Bob Allen, a manager at Carl's. Watching are Ron Ohler, chairman of the local recycling committee and Ted Spoelstra (right), a member of the committee and vi village president pro tern. Proper procedures for processing and depositing recyclables are listed on various signs at the location. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1991 — Page 2 United Methodist church plans special weekend Bill Ealari, coordinator of Campus Life ministries for the Central Indiana Youth For Christ organization, will be guest resource leader at the Nashville* United Methodist Church this weekend. The schedule is as follows: Friday - 9:45 p.m., getacquainted fellowship for youth (after the game). Saturday 6:30-8 p.m., “Family Talk” (youth and youth leaders); 8 - 9:30 p.m., “Family Talk” (parents and Former Vermontville woman to be honored Former Vermontville resi­ dent Serena Goodenough of Bellevue will be honored at an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, at the Ver­ montville United Methodist Church. The event will serve as combined farewell-retirement party. Goodenough recently closed her candy and cake­ making business, which she operated for many years at her home on South Main Street in Vermontville. other interested adults). Sunday - 9:45 a.m., Morn­ ing worship (Bill preaching); 11 a.mu church family shar­ ing (cross ages: junior high through adults), 12:30 p.m., church potluck dinner; and 1:30 p.m., closing worship and fellowship with Eakin. After serving in his home town of Akron, Ohio, Youth for Christ, Eakin was ap­ pointed worldwide club direc­ tor, a post he held for 10 years. In 42 years of youth work, he has flown almost two million miles and has driven enough miles to drive round trip to the moon twice. He has ministered in 36 coun­ tries, helping develop youth ministries there. Eakin has enjoyed success in communicating with young people. He has written scores of articles and books. Campus Life, the junior/senior high school ministry of Youth for Christ is now working in 28 high school and 12 junior highs in the Indianapolis area. It is an interdenominational organiza­ tion that works closely with local churches, schools and civic officials. Bill Eakin hometown! Mace Pharmacy LUMBER YARD NASHVILLE oZly one life - will soon be past 219 N. Main Street Only what's done for Christ will last. 852-0845 I-i 219 S. State St. Nashville, Mich. HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 852-0882 HOME COOKING AT ITS BEST Trowbridge Service Nashvilles Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices - AUTO SERVICE CENTER 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE ELSIE E. WOLEVER BROKER 126 S. Main St. Nashville, Ml. 49073 RES. (517) 726-0637 office (517) 852-1501 GOODTIME PIZZA 119 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; Sunday 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. THESE PAGES BRING YOU THE WORLD AND YOUR HOME TOWN Your newspaper is just a few cents' worth of paper and ink, but its real value is incalculable. It's your window on the world, or at least on your home town. Through it you learn what's happening, and perhaps some conflicting opinions about it. You'll read the publisher's views, those of some guest columnists, and in the letter section, those of your neighbors. You may be motivated to add your own on occasion. You will receive some good advice on health and other subjects, and learn of upcoming events in your community, including hearings on matters of local concern. Another vital service of your newspaper is the House of Worship directory, representing one more great freedom in this land of ours, of which your newspaper itself is a leading symbol. Where the press isfree and every man able to read, all Is safe. — Thomas Jefferson Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............. 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School .......10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service .......6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR A.M. Worship . .9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship ,. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. Rev. Bob Kersten "Ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. — John 8:32 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship............... 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available After School Special .......Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. 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 Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship..............11 a.m. P.M. Worship,.............7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship....................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER Kettle Cafe OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6 A.M. to 8 P.M. 113 N. MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE • PH. 852-1551 HECKER Agency 225 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN Telephone: 852-9680 Furlong Heating SALES & SERVICE 9975 Thornapple Lake Road FURNACE SALES & REPAIR Also ... Refrigerator, Freezer and Air Conditioner Repair — 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE — Earl Furlong 852-9728 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (16 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ....... 9:30 a.m Sun. School . 1:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ............ 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School .......11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �The Memories of Vermontville, J9OOs. He can recite the list running northward from the comer of First Street and Main: Lovehmd Drug Store; Lamb's Grocery; Lamb’s Barbershop; a pool room; Granger Farm Equipment; Weiler Auto Sales; and Barber Hardware, next to the town park complete with the town pump "where everyone could get a drink of water. ” Crossing the street to the Congregational Church and heading south, there was the short-lived Citizens’ Bank (1913-18); Barber Auto Sales; a grocery; Hammond Jewelry; a notary public; Dr. McLaughlin; Mull Meat Market; Barber State Bank, and across Fira Street, Barber Clothing and Dry Goods (site of the present-day fire sta­ tion), and Lamb’s Hardware. "There was a grocery store here (in the Sav-Way location) even back in the old days,” noted Granger. Granger remembers Satur­ day evenings when farm families traditionally came in­ to town to shop. “The ladies would trade eggs and cream for groceries," recall­ ed Granger. "They would give the grocery clerk a list of items they needed and go out front and sit on benches and visit. The men would stand Standing In front of Vermontville's 1862 Congregational Church, 90-year-old Dorr Granger of Lansing recalls his youthful days in the village for his grand­ son, Carl Smith, new owner of Sav-Way Market. Granger can recite all the businesses that lined Main Street in the early 1900s. Ethel Curtis to mark her 90th birthday Family members arc plann­ ing a card shower for Ethel Lundstrum Curtis, a lifelong Nashville area resident who will be 90 on Sept. 28. The daughter of Frank and Alvidcne Feighner. she was born on the family’s Thornap­ ple Lake farm, northwest of Nashville, and attended the -Maple Valley Athletic Boosters I BINGO I MAPLE VALLEY H.S CAFETERIA ■THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. S Doon Open 5:30 • Eerty Birds SOO Feighner rural school in that neighborhood. At age 17 she married William Lundstrum and they established their home on a Mason Road farm. After his death, she married Elmer Curtis and continued to reside at the same address until recently. Mrs. Curtis is currently liv­ ing in an adult foster care home at 9418 River Road. Bellevue, 49021. She would enjoy hearing from friends and acquaintances any time and especially on the occasion of her birthday. Vofley News. Noshvifie. Tuesday. September X 1991 — Page 3 continued from front page arrmd oa the sidewalks, drwg the weather, plant growth and yield, and prices.” Granger left Vermontv ifle in September 1920 to attend I ammg Business University (now Davenport College). *T didn’t warn to be a farmer, so I left the farm to *®ck more education.” he recalled. After about two years of studies, he began working for a small contractor budding houses and doing riir ration work. Eventually, he went in­ to business for himself and after weathering the tough years of the Great Depression, the company founded by the former Vermontville resident struction was in 1932 at Chnrioae. "As the years went on. the projects became more and larger," said Granger. He bn* more schools. col­ lege buildings, churches, shopping centers, apartments and sewage treatment plants. Granger was joined in the business by his brother. Keith, and his sons. Kenneth. Richard and Donald. They bn* senior citizen housing units all over Michigan, in­ cluding the Upper Peninsula Today, Granger Construc­ tion is still operated by the third generation of the family io work in the business. Granger still lives in Lans­ ing. sharing a home with a He attributes his longevity io "wnrtong hard” all of his life. Now Granger has lime to reflect on many special memories of his boyhood town, including the economics of that early era. “Back in those years a recession did not affect the formers mo much because that ■ they had had for years," he said. He added "During the teens and *20k an SO acre farm could be bought for less than a COM buddings ” to replace the With a New Style from... 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All grades, K-12, attended classes in the same building then. The facility included the 1902 brick schoolhouse on Washington Street with the new W. K. Kellogg wing add­ ed in 1936, fronting Queen Street. Nashville’s Class of 1937 had been the first to graduate at exercises held in the new gymnasium-auditorium that was part of the expansion. When school re-opened in the fall, Nashville’s Board of Education was still making final decisions about fur­ nishings for the new addition and planning extension of bus routes to encompass several recently-consolidated rural school districts. Details of these reports and other items were included in the “School News” column that appeared in The Nashville News issue of Sept. 23, 1937: Collins made principal Rodney Collins was elected principal and started his new duties Monday morning. Mr. Collins is a graduate, A. B. degree, of Michigan State Normal college at Ypsilanti. In addition to his degree, he has completed four terms of summer school at the U. of M. and over one year’s work at Cleary’s Business College. His preparation has been varied and he is able to teach a number of high school sub­ jects; being well prepared in science, mathematics, biology, English and commer­ cial work. In addition to his other duties he will teach com­ mercial work and geometry. William R. Carmichael of Durand, a graduate of U. of M., was elected to fill the opening left by Mr. Collins. He taught science and mathematics in the W. K. Kellogg-Thornapple school for four years. While at Mid­ dleville, he was very active in extra-curricular activities, in­ cluding the Hi-Y, Scouting, club work and acted as senior class advisor. The new teachers are all well prepared and experienc­ ed. The changes in teacher personnel that occurred so late in the season did not seriously interrupt the school schedule in any way. The new teachers adapted themselves im­ mediately to the school pro­ gram and at present it would be very difficult for a stranger to pick out the new faculty members. Board of Education meets At the regular meeting of the Board of Education Mon­ day evening, a sufficient number of tables and chairs was purchased to complete the equipment ofthe addition with new school furniture. Representatives from the Norton, Beigh and Maple Grove school districts were present for the purpose of completing the school con­ tracts (for transportation and instruction of pupils). A committee is working on plans for a community gettogether to be held the first part of October The new teachers are to be entertained by the old teachers the latter part of the week. Bus routes changed The school buses were rerouted to distribute the loads more equally. At present, each bus is loaded to full capcaity. The Studebaker bus is on the Hosmer, Shores, Morgan, Barryville route. The two Ford buses collect children from the McKelvey, Beigh, Maple Grove, Barnes, Norton/ Moore and Qualitrap school districts. A dramatics class wa_s_t_o_ b_e__orag_a_n_iz_e_d__at_ N__ashville school for study, as well as pleasure. This undated photo shows four NHS students in costume. Only the girls are identified: “Ed“na S - c-hu-lze (left) and Mary Edmonds. Sackett on vacation Mr. (Hale) Sackett is taking a two weeks vacation. During the past three years, the building and equipment kept him on thejob so that the most he could get away was for on­ ly a day or so at a time. Mr. Sackett and his assistants have been very busy preparing the school building for the coming year. With the aid of the new scrubbing and waxing machine, all floors were cleaned, waxed and polished. The side walls have ^T?|eJ?k6rKelllO99.^dition (left) to t Nashville's 1902 schoolhouse greatly panded the facility. When school opened in the fall of 1937 1937, the thle Board of Ed uca tion was making final purchases of furnishings for the newcassrooms. all been washed and polished, and the ceilings and other parts cleaned with a vaccum cleaner. Seniors name officers Last week the seniors held their class election, which resulted in the selection of Philip Scott as president to lead the class again this year, and Gladys Eddy to fill the of­ fice of vice president. Marion Kraft and Elaine Thompson were chosen secretary and treasurer, respectively. Miss Martha Zemke was asked to continue her work as advisor ofthe class for the en­ suing year. The seniors are entering their last year in high school with much enthusiasm and already are making plans for the production of their first play, which is scheduled for late October. We hope to be able to release the name ofthe play selected through the next issue of The News. Fire drill held The entire school responded to a fire drill on Tuesday, Sept. 21, and emptied the building in one minute and 28 seconds. Debate may be revived With the opening of the school term there has been a decided interest on the part of some of our students for reviving debate. Prior to last year, certain Nashville students took an active part in this type of activity. This year it seems that with some good material present in our student body and with the question chosen for the state debates, that of the adoption of unicameral legislatures, Nashville High School holds possiblities of successfully competing with some of our neighboring schools. The first regular meeting of the group will be held this week and work will get under way im­ mediately under the direction of Miss Martha Zemke Dramatics being organized For some time there has been a feeling among members of the faculty and student body that the teaching ofdramatics should be given a definite place on our high school schedule. This year a class of this nature is being organized which will meet two days a week during the activity hour in the afternoon. No regular text book will be employed for the course, but instead the group will organize their own course of study, which will be largely determined by the special interest of the members com­ prising the group. We anticiapte from the plans now formulated that simultaneously with the study of different phases of play production, the group will be prepared to contribute short plays, pantomimes and short skits for entertainment at high school assemblies. It is hoped that this class will be a real help in arranging programs in the future, and the members of the group have shown their willingness to help any organization or Parent-Teacher association in the community that would like such assistance as they might be able to render. Ifany group should be interested in this type of assistance, please communicate with Miss Mar­ tha Zemke two weeks in ad­ vance of the date you wish assistance. Football starts Twenty-two men have been working out daily with coach Arthur Johnson in an attempt to rebuild last year’s wrecked football machine. This year’s squad is minus the services of three capable ends in Sam Varney, Robert Beattie and Louis Kraft. Darwin McClelland, 170-lb. tackle; Wayne Robin­ son, 175-lb. guard; Sigmond Lenic, 165-lb. first-string center; Paul Diamante, 165-lb. versatile quarterback, and Dennis Yarger, 155-lb. triple threat halfback, also will be missed. Available experienced men to fill these positions include Robert Meade, halfback; Pat Cole, halfback; Bill Hecker, quarterback; John Hickey, fallback; Kenneth Osborne, guard; Johnny Dull, end; Nelson Rasey, tackle; William Hynes, guard. Others vying for positions on the team are Wayne Bera, center; Gaylord Gardner, end; Robert Eaton, tackle; Elgin Pritchard, end; Doyle Swan, tackle; Carl Rose, guard; Earl Flook, guard; Paul Rhoades, guard; Clifford Rose, guard; Harold Snow, tackle; Myron Bruce, tackle; Raymond Shaw, guard; Nathan Sheldon, tackle; Ed­ win Bassett, tackle. The opening game of the season will be played at Dimondale Friday, Sept. 24. (Other opponents listed on the 1937 schedule, which ran through Nov. 11, included Middleville, Bellevue, Ionia, Lake Odessa, Vermontville and Resurrection School of Lansing.) Grade school news The third grade room is making a reading room. Two of the boys made bookshelves out of orange crates. We brought nail kegs for chairs. We have a table on which we put some flowers and books. Some of the children brought fish, a katydid, stones, shells, acorns, a turtle and a frog. We are going to make a vivarium and terrarium to keep these in. The fifth grade held a meeting Sept. 9. The following officers were elected: President Billy Hess, Vice President Billy Warner, Treasurer Charles Laurent, Secretary Marjorie Cole, Class Reporter Roger Warner. We decided to bring two cents a month for dues. We are bringing plants, flowers and pictures to make the room look better. The sixth grade has spent the first two weeks becoming accustomed to the new school furniture and getting acquainted. There are 29 in the grade. Twelve came from other schools; nine from the rural districts, one from Lans­ ing, one from Detroit and one from Cedarville school in Mackinac County. The gym period is being spent out of doors while the weather is nice and the gym floor is being waxed. We have used this time for free play un­ til we adjusted ourselves to the routine of school again. Now we are organized into two teams and are playing German Bat Ball... Agricultural department The boys in farm crops class brought exhibits on seed com from home and during the past few days the class has been working on the selection of seed com. The senior agricultural class is studying agricultural economics for the first part of the school year. As soon as sufficient shop equipment is installed for farm shop, the class will shift to farm mechanics. Teachers a t t e n d encampment The teachers in the Nashville school system, in company with those of other schools in Barry County, enjoyed the annual Barry County Teachers Encampment at Clear Lake last Thursday and Friday, held under the auspices ofthe W. K. Kellogg Foundation. This year, the program featured some outstanding speakers. The guest speaker at the Thursday evening session was Dr. William S. Sadler, chief psychiatrist ofthe Chicago In­ stitute, who spoke on “The Problem Child.” Dr. Sadler immediately expressed his deep convictions as to the in­ justice of the term in its com­ mon use among edcuational groups today. The character and makeup of youth of today is the result ofthe influence of three H’s: heredity, health and habit. Dr. Sadler definitely proved that of the three, “habit” plays by far the greatest part in the develop­ ment of youth... The Friday morning session was devoted to outlining the health program as it will be carried out by the Foundation this year...During the after­ noon session, Dr. Pollock, head of theepoc political scece sci e o science department at the U. of M., spoke interestingly on “Modem Problems in the Ad­ ministration of Government.” The encampment closed after Friday evening had been spent in dancing and enjoying of novel entertainment. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BOBCAT SERVICESBackhoe bam cleaning, general excavating, sand and gravel delivery. Lowest rates. 1-517-852-2278. DELIVERING SAND, gravel and fill. Call 948-2909 or 945-4894. _____________ ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.___________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1991 — Page 5 Nashville long-time firemanDon Augustine retires :ton. Rove S y/ NX's xS1v vs. x SS? s ssj s"xSSvjv j MTLLE Brt. s ‘A • a sis *m. wM ^<kJSk •kfc 'tA ' ^(^Xi *ss£ ‘‘*»*, ** * ?^k’lli. *h. Fw® ” *» '’■!», l |jt 3CB| J(J tbi «? th, , BK fcibffSSHjjij Zsr; ^-ffciiSifc.ii I In, P®nftfe ,ui at riojptfea n mt Nta IB" Dr !4 n y. ■ttei a;® i itfttramit !t KEitamcR । rnsnste Retiring Nashville fireman Don Augustine holds his helmet-clock while Fire Chief Doug Yarger presents him with a plaque of appreciation for his 27 years service on the volunteer department. Augustine was honored at a Sept. 15 firemen’s picnic, and received an inscribed ring from the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville fire board. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter After 27 years of chasing fires, Don Augustine has hung up his fireman’s hat. As soon as he did, his fellow Nashville firefighters turned it into a clock. That, and other awards were presented to Augustine Sept. 15 at the annual firemen’s picnic in Putnam Park. On hand for the occasion were Augustine’s wife, Shirlee, his four children and seven grandchildren. Besides the helmet clock, which has become a traditional gift to retiring Nashville fireman, Augustine was presented with a plaque of appreciation. The Fire Board also gave him a sapphire ring inscribed with his name and years of service to the department. Augustine joined the local fire department in 1963, at the urging of then-chief Clarence Thompson. At that time, Augustine and his wife owned and operated the Blue Ribbon Grill on Main Street. “Clarence used to come in­ to the restaurant to eat, and he talked me into it,” remembers Augustine. “As soon as they found a new business man on Main Street who could run” they recruited him. In those days, most of Nashville’s volunteer firefighters worked on Main Street. When the alarm sound­ ed, they would race on foot to the fire station. Now very few Nashville firemen are employed in town. 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(517)726-0181 144 SOUTH NNF1 STREET MECMOrtT'JIUE. MICHIGAN 49096 tiflSHMiiic LFCT (517)852-1717 OPEN HOUSE • SUNDAY, SEPT. 29 • 1-2:30 PM ■ffls LOCATED: 5 miles south of Nashville on M-66 to Cloverdale Road and ’/, mile west to #7451. Nice three bedroom, 2 bath home located on approx, one acre. Be sure to plan to see this country property I Community Education classes still offered at local program j.’l liqfiiM ’B litisiiiitte Augustine also recalls his first fire — at a house on Guy Road. When he arrived he found longtime Nashville fireman Joel Hummel already on the scene, standing in the middle ofthe living room with smoke billowing out of the windows. “I thought to myself, there’s nothing to this — until I got inside,” laughs Augustine. In those days the firemen’s use of Scott Air Tanks was very limited; today it is stan­ dard practice. Augustine says Hummel could swallow more smoke than anyone he has known. Augustine’s retirement ends another of the father-son teams among the Nashville firefighters. His son, Steve, is still a member of the department. The retirement last year of longtime firefighter Larry Decker ended another duo; his son Scott still serves. Two other father-son combinations on the force are still intact: Ear) Wilson and son Bill; and Bill Semrau and son Jack. “It is kind of unusual, especially in a small depart­ ment,” said Fire Chief Doug Yarger. The current force is down to 15 members, and Yarger says “We like to carry 20.” He asks anyone who is in­ terested and who is available days to contact him for an application. As for Augustine, a self­ employed contractor for many years, his early days on the 517-852-2005 sbcwu iiahiai sscumhi Valley Community Education. High school completion classes are free to adults 18 and over who do not have a high school diploma. Classes required for a high school diploma are offered in the daytime and evening. Many enrichment classes are offered this fall. There are classes for youth as well as adults. Some of the classes in­ clude gymnastics, exercise, baton twirling, karate, com­ puter classes for kids, as well as adults, welding, office up­ date, word processing and more. Call the Community Educa­ tion office at 852-9275 now to enroll in the classes. 'Lovely 3 bedroom ranch with garage located on approx. 10 wooded acres 'Good paved road location! (CH-114) 'Thornapple Lake - lakefront cottage - sandy beach 'Completely remodeled, walkout basem.ent, porches (M-39) 'Approx. 40 acres of land and a 3 bedroom home. Barns, separate office (CH-111) 'Approx. 17 acres goes with this 10 room, 3 bedroom home. Land contract terms available. (CH-109) K K db. -ft i®3 NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER ts* ti 'Only $30,000 for this 3 bedroom home. 'Good land contract terms! (N-81) 'Great corner lot — nice smaller home 'Only $36,000! 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One of — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1991 — Page 6 50th anniversary celebration planned Nashville Lions induct new officers Outgoing Nashville Lions Club President Russ Furlong (left) turns over the gavel to new President Ken Hawblitz, as Lions District Governor David MacDonald looks on. MacDonald was guest speaker at Monday's event. * Vermontville ¥ ♦ Senior Citizen Night * Tuesday, Oct. 8*7 P.M. at.. .Congregational Church of FREE Meal 1 Serving Swiss Steak FREE Entertainment Come one! Come all! r Sponsored by Vermontville Lions Club Ph. 726*0670 for Reservations MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer The slate of officers that will guide Nashville Lions Club through plans for its 50th anniversary celebration next year was inducted last Mon­ day evening. The occasion was the first dinner meeting of die new season, held at St. Cyril Parish Hall, where ladies of the church served a dinner of ham, scalloped potates and all the trimmings. Honored quests at the din­ ner were Lions District Governor David MacDonald of the Allendale Lions Club and his wife, Jean. He had the honor of inducting Nashville’s officers of 1991-92: Ken Hawblitz, president; Willard Myers, first vice president; Fred Corkins, second vice president; David Keumpel, third vice president; Norman Stanton, secretary; John Moore, treasurer; Judd Cooley, Lion tamer, John Long, tail twister; and Charles Irish, the Rev. James Noggle and Dr. John Hildebrandt, directors. Outgoing President Russ Furlong turned the'gavel over to Hawblitz. Lions Club of­ ficers are elected in May and take office July 1, but dinner meetings do not resume until September. Next September, Nashville Lions will mark the 50th an­ niversary of the chartering of their club. Officers inducted Monday will have a hand in planning the celebration of that milestone. In his address to the group, MacDonald remarked that Lionism is in its 75th year. He said Lions should let their communities know about the work the organization does. He also talked about the Lions’ Leader Dogs for the Blind program, and noted that volunteers are needed to raise pups who are candidates for the school. Anyone interested may con- MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. 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(CH-377) ANXIOUS! “PANORAMIC VIEW" • 1979 “CHALET STYLE" ON 10 ACRES - Cedar siding, 2 redwood decks, cathedral ceiling & fieldstone fireplace, 2 large bedrooms (1 in loft), 2 full baths, 3 pole barns & a stor­ age shed, blacktop drive, fruit trees & pine trees — More land available. (CH-389) VACANT LAND 20 ACRES • PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - Great building sites for walk-out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) New officers of the Nashville Lions Club for 1991-92 are (seated, from left) Ken Hawblitz, president; Willard Myers, first vice president; Fred Corkins, second vice president; David Kuempel, third vice president; (standing from left) Charles Irish, director; Judd Cooley, Lion tamer; Norman Stanton, secretary; John Moore, treasurer; and John Long, tail twister. Directors missing from the photo are the Rev. James Noggle and Dr. John Hildebrandt. tact any Nashville Lion, said Hugh Overholt, reporter for the local club. He noted that the volunteers ‘‘have to be willing to give them up” when the time comes for the dogs to enter training at the Rochester, Michigan facility. The Lions Club also is seek­ ing donations of old eyeglasses for its sight program. “We recycle those and also hearing aids,” said Overholt. He said donors may turn the items into any local Lion. Also at Monday’s meeting, Secretary Norman Stanton an­ nounced names of seven Lions .who have earned the follow- ing membership Chevron awards; Art Bateman, 20 years; Phil Howard, 15 years; Bob Joseph, Blair Hawblitz, Jim Jones, John Moore and Orvin Moore, 10 years. Over 50 Lions, wives and guests attended the dinner meeting. The MacDonalds were presented a gallon of Nashville maple syrup. Recycling site o pens r is designated for deposit of alumimum, which includes aluminmum wrap, foil pie tins, etc., and aluminum cans. Plastic milk jugs must have caps removed, be washed and flattened. Labels need not be removed from glass jars and bottles (only clear glass is accepted) and no window glass, ceramics or light bulbs are accepted. “More signs are on the way with more specific instruc­ tions on glass,” noted Dwyer. It is important that recyclables not be in plastic bags when they are dropped into the dumpsters. Flattening of everything is critical to keep hauling costs down. “The whole thing is just to conserve space, to get more in one load,” explained Spoelstra. He predicts great success for the project, “once people find out it’s here and start using it.” Besides the outside facility, Carl’s Market plans to have collection bins inside the store for other recyclables, in­ cluding polystrene (commonly called styrofoam) and colored plastics (such as laundry detergent containers). These will go to the Spartan Company warehouse, said store owner Jeanette Joseph. She stressed that the items must be clean. The reason recyclable materials must be separated is that each commodity is sold to a different buyer. An informa­ tional flyer that will guide would-be recyclers is ex­ pected to be available for distribution soon. Dwyer said it is hoped a small grant available through Eaton County will help pay for this printed matter. Recycling conserves not on­ ly natural resources, but energy as well, according to literature furnished by RiBC. Aluminum recyling requires only 3 percent of the energy required to smelt primary ore. In other words, with aluminum we save 97 percent from fro of the energy if we recycle. For metal cans, there are no reserves of virgin tin the U.S. We are entirely dependent on imports and recycling for tin in this country. It takes 1,312 lbs. of sand, 475 lbs. of soda ash, 181 lbs. of feldspar, 339 lbs. of limestone and small amounts of other ingredients to make a ton of container glass. The total energy needed, including transportation, in 2,055,200 BTU’s per ton. 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(F-382) choose from - blacktop road near Vermontville. 24 ACRES (VL-359) IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary' Hastings Mutual Insurance Company �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1991 __Page 7 Recycling is new trend at local school kitchen by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Four cooks multipled by a cause equals a recycling crusade in the kitchen at Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School. Head cook Lois Gardner and her staff of three full-time assistants recently decided to undertake a project to recycle cans, cardboard, and polystyrene (often called stryofoam) in an effort to help clean up the environment. “We were all doing this at home,” said Gardner, so it seemed a good idea to start recycling at school, too. With the new community drop site now established at Carl’s Market, the task should be easier than ever. For the first few weeks of the project, Denice Scramlin, one of the assistant cooks, toted the kitchen’s stash of recyclables home on Friday to deliver it to Nashville’s Transfer and Recycling Center on Saturday — the on­ ly day the Casgrove Street site is open. Now, said Gardner, recyclables from the school kitchen can be deposited daily at the Carl’s site, which will be open 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Cans will go in an outside con­ tainer, cardboard will go into a box baler operated by the market, and styrofoam will be deposited inside the store. The Spartan company will haul away the cardboard and styrofoam. Cans are to be transported to the recycler by Hastings Sanitary Service under an agreement with the Village of Nashville and four other local units ofgovernment providing financial support for the operation in which glass, plastic and aluminum also will be collected. “We are getting rid of all this trash,” noted Gardner. “It works out wonderfully.” The school kitchen prepares daily lunches for about 90 Kellogg School students and 300 at the junior-senior high school. Fuller Street Elemen­ tary in Nashville and Maplewood in Vermontville each have independent kit­ chens. Scramlin transferred this month from Fuller Street School Lunch Menus Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 25 *Salad, *Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, peaches, bread/butter sandwich. Thursday, Sept. 26 *Salad, *Lasagna, *Tuna Sandwich, green beans, peanut butter sandwich, fruit juice, salad bar. Friday, Sept. 27 *Salad, *Hamburger/bun, Cheeseburger/bun, corn, applesauce. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 25 Chicken nuggets, dip, mashed potatoes, fruit, bread and butter sandwich. Thursday, Sept. 26 Macaroni and cheese, peas, meat sandwich, peaches. Friday, Sept. 27 Pizza, corn, pickles, applesauce. Monday, Sept. 30 Corn dogs, green beans, pickles, mixed fruit. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. Fuller St. School Wednesday, Sept. 25 Tomato soup, crackers, pickle spears, mixed fruit, tuna sandwich. Thursday, Sept. 26 Pizza, green beans, peaches. Friday, Sept. 27 Breakfast for lunch, pancakes/syrup, sausage links, oranges, juice. Monday, Sept. 30 Goulash, peas, peaches, peanut butter sandwich. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost, A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Tonis l>tyle shop Something New is Happening We are here to make you Denice Scramlin washes cans while Charlotte Cowell flattens and packs them for recylcing. The two assistant cooks at Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School are part of a daily crew effort to salvage recyclables in the kitchen. Ssss kitchen, where a recycling campaign also has been launched. The other assistant cooks at the high school helping with the project are Marilyn Hosey and Charlotte Cowell. Most of the school lunches are made from scratch, said Gardner, so there is less to recycle than if the meals were all prepackaged. Still, there is £ * < Wr » k( httilggtai ’■* JicesfasH, 5, 5 >it®Kjs, ft s^t o orasiMi ’K XMasli 35 HITipa 135 a sizeable number of cans and boxes to be processed for recycling each day. “We just wanted to let the public know what we are try­ ing to accomplish,” noted Gardner. Historical Society ■! * Aijoiita^ii dinner planned |18 Hhrid. ’el The Vermontville Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, for a potluck dinner meeting in the Griswold Room of the First Congregational Church. A program on Michigan cemeteries will be presented by Richard Genther of Nashville. The public is invited to at­ tend. Please bring a dish to pass and your own table service. One day’s supply of cardboard waste at the high school kitchen is flattened for recycling by Marilyn Hosey (left), assistant cook, and head cook Lois Gardner. DEXATRIM 20'S KER! LOTION 6.5 0Z. . SELECT FORMULAS Local couple elected to Angus Association Ron and Carol Tobias of Nashville have been elected to membership in the American Angus Association, reports Dick Spader, executive vice president of the national organization, with head­ quarters in St. Joseph, Mo. The American Angus Association, with over 24,000 active adult and junior members, is the largest beef cattle registry association in the world. Its computerized records include detailed infor­ mation on nearly 11 million registered Angus. The association records ancestral information and keeps records of production on individual animals for its members. These permanent records help members select and mate the best animals in their herds to produce high quality, efficient breading cat­ tle which are then recorded with the American Angus Association. Most of these registered Angus are used by the U.S. farmers and ranchers who raise quality beef for U.S. consumption. NO We otter Step Smoking and Weight Los* TOGETHER. Imagine. NO MORE teeung guktyl NO health tearsi Wouldn't it De worm it? What would your life be like? why wan any longer? Attend ths seeann. No more excuses because hypnosis wontsi Hypnosis <s approved by me American Medical Assooaoon. 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OR ENZYMATIC CLEANING TABLETS 16 S Thursday, Sept. 26 Grew comtoreply. • 12 NOON • Community Room, Nashville I Directional Consulting Institute © 1990, all rights reserved. A TOTAL SELF-DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM INFORMATION: (21 •) 3SS-34Q4 HOURS: 9 o.m. Io 6 p.m. Mondoy thru Soturdoy 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 Sahnt Soknon SENSITIVE EYES*SALINE EYES aaw 12 0Z .................... SI 99 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1991 — Page 8 Maplewood Elementary students learn about mental retardation by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Armed with the belief that knowledge is the way to eliminate ignorance about mental retardation, Jo Gager of Charlotte last Tuesday gave Amy Toutant’s Maplewood sixth-graders a first-hand lesson on the subject. The wife of Dr. Raymond Gager, Jo is special education teacher in cooperation with Jan Gaubatz, Maplewood Resource Room teacher. “People only make fun (of the mentally retarded) out of ignorance,” said Gager. “The way to eliminate ig­ norance is through knowledge.” The lesson tied in with a book, “Welcome Home, Jellybean,” which the class now is reading. It relates ex­ periences encountered by a 12-y ear-old boy and his parents when his mentally retarded sister who had been living in an institution returns home to stay. In connection with their studies, the children did several pre-reading activities and are doing vocabulary and comprehension exercises as well. The Gagers’ son, Matt, had attended Meadowbrook, Eaton County’s school for handicapped at Charlotte. However, this year he has begun a special two-day-perweek class at Charlotte High School under the new in­ clusive education program that permits special students to attend school in the least restrictive environment. “Things are changing so fast,” observed Gager. “In the past they were in the closet, they were hidden. Now you will grow up with them.” She said this should enhance understanding among the general school population. “The more we talk to children like you, we know you will never be unkind (to Matt or other handicapped in­ dividuals). If he were lost, you would help him.” Maplewood youngsters showed insight into the pro­ blem and were curious about various aspects of Matt’s life, his development and activities. His mother said he now works three days a week in a sheltered workshop, where he assembles packages of license plate screws included with new autos. He lives at home with his parents. His two older sisters have graduated from college and the eldest now is an aide to Michigan’s lieutenant governor. coordinator, planner and monitor for the Eaton In­ termediate School District. More important, she is the mother of a 24-year-old men­ tally retarded son. Her professional and per­ sonal knowledge of the topic was shared candidly with students who asked thoughtful questions during the one-hour session, arranged by their The public relations subcommittee for the long-range plann­ ing project will be conducting a community survey soon. The purpose of the survey is to obtain broad community in­ put. The survey will include many aspects of the operation of your schools. Preliminary plans include publishing a summarypof recom­ mendations of the various subcommittees and seeking public opinion regarding your reactions to proposals and your own ideas. The project will not be considered complete until everyone has an opportunity to be involved. Plans include mailing a report and survey to every household. Volunteers will then collect the surveys to assure a good return. The results of the survey will be published. Please be looking for this survey in your mailbox within the next two weeks. Your input is important and will be appreciated. Maple Valley High School WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, SEPT. 24 • Fall Sports Pictures, 3:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25 • Fresh. Girls Basketball, Home, Ionia, 6:00 p.m. THURSDAY, SEPT. 26 • Golf, Away, St. Philip, 4:00 p.m. • J.V. Football, Away, St. Philip, 7:00 p.m. • J.V. & Var. Girls Basketball, Home, Pewamo-Westphalia, 6:00 p.m. FRIDAY, SEPT. 27 • Varsity Football, Home, St. Philip, 7:30 p.m. (Academic Awards Pre-Game) SATURDAY, SEPT. 28 • Cross Country, Away, Carson City Invit., 9:00 a.fn. MONDAY, SEPT. 30 • Jr. Hi Girls Basketball, Woodland, 4:30 p.m. 7th Grade Home; 8th Grade Away Maple Valley Community Education ENRICHMENT CLASSES MONDAY Accounting Office Update* Typing Exercise Women’s Self Defense Tax Savings 105 Plan Wills & Trusts Computer Class for Kids 3rd-8th Grade Jazz Class for 7-12 Year Olds Phone 852-9275 6:00-10:00 p.m. $30.009/16/91 6:00-10:00 p.m. $30.009/16/91 6:00-10:00 p.m.$30.009/16/91 6: 00-7:00p.m. $20.009/16/91 7: 00-8:30 p.m. $15.0010/7/91 7:00-9:00 p.m. $5.00 10/7/91 7:00-9:00p.m. 10/21/91 $5.00 8MVHS 8MVHS 8MVHS 10 Fuller St. 6 Fuller St. 2MVHS 1MVHS Wolff Wolff Wolff Gurd Hammond Boldt Boldt 3:00-4:30p.m. $13.50 10/7/91 6MVHS Hunt 7:00-8:00p.m. $36.00 10/7/91 8 Diebold 6:00-10:00 p.m.$30.00 9/17/91 Maplewood Maplewood sixth-graders posed many thoughtful questions on a difficult sub­ ject when Jo Gager spoke to them last week about mental retardation. The Gagers first noticed a problem with their son when he was five months old. “His sisters thought for a long time that his problems were because he was a boy,” laughed Gager. She said the girls became very protective of Matt during their growing-up years. Questions from the Maplewood sixth-graders brought frank answers from Gager about Matt’s ability to handle emotions, his personal care needs (“He can feed himself, but it’s real messy sometimes”), his pets (“He has a big dog that is very good to him”). Gager explained the selfabusive behavior that is typical of a mentally retarded individual and compared it to the “terrible twos,” a period when toddlers may become difficult to handle because of frustration caused by their in­ ability to communicate. “Matt will bite the top of his hand (when he is frustrated),” said his mother. “The handicapped do not have the tools to really ver­ balize what’s wrong.” It took two years before Matt could get a haircut without crying and carrying on so much that it took both parents to hold him in the barber chair. Now he gets a haircut with no problem. Matt loves to watch racing and wrestling, said his mother, and likes to listen to the radio with earphones. He enjoys participating in Special Olympics sports (he does the 50- and 100-yard dashes and softball throw), is begining training in floor hockey, is fond of snakes and loves flying (he has been to Disney World).. Matt also loves movies and can comprehend the plot, said CENTURY FURNACE High 90 Plus Efficiency Intro to IBM Jr. Karate Open Karate Baton Twirling 6: 00-10:00 p.m.$30.00$9/17/91 7: 00-9:00 p.m. $18.0010/8/91 7:00-9:00p.m. $15.00 10/8/91 per person 7:00-9:00p.m. $18.00 10/15/91 6:00-7:00p.m. $12.009/24/91 6:00-8:00p.m. $20.009/24/91 6:00-7:00p.m. $32.00 10/15/91 8MVHS 8MVHS 6MVHS 6 Fuller St. Kipp Hunt Callihan Myers 6MVHS 8 Maplewood 8 Maplewood 8 Fuller St. Steinbrecher OSKA OSKA Heaton WEDNESDAY Exercise See Monday THURSDAY Word Processing 6:00-10:00 p.m.$30.00 9/19/91 8MVHS Gymnastics 3:00-4:00 p.m. $40.009/12/91 8 Fuller St. Community Band meets first and third Thursdays 7:00 p.m. MVHS HUNTER SAFETY September 23, 24 & 25, 6:00-9:00 p.m., MVHS Christie Thompson There is still time to enroll in these classes. Call now! greater improvment. “Would you love him more ifhe was normal?” asked one student. Gager said she didn’t see how it could be possible to love Matt more than she already., does. She spoke of “what he has given back to us,” especially lessons in kindness he has evoked in others. Neighbors accepted Matt once they learned he was not a danger to them. And sibling love has been enhanc­ ed. “Because of him his sisters have always been very, very kind,” concluded Gager. From Our Readers Consider scouting for your kids To the editor: As we all begin or resume our busy schedules for the school year, I would like parents and youth alike to consider anothr activity available in our area — Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts or Cub Scouts. These separate programs are worthwhile activities for our youth to become involved in, from kindergarten through high school. In the Maple Valley area, we are fortunate to have many dedicated, talented adult volunteers who devote their time and energy to making scouting opportunities available. As a parent, you may feel comfortable that your children will enjoy the chance to learn more about themseles, develop talents they didn’t realize they had, gain leadership skills and make friendships that could last a lifetime. Please, look into these pro­ grams for yourself. Contact either elementary school for the local scout representative. Troops are just forming for the year. I would also like to thank troop leaders for Nashville Boy Scout Troop No. 176, Dale Ossenheimer, Russ Cer­ ny and Mike Javor, for their commitment to the troop and to commend them for the tremendous job they are do­ ing. I have said, and heard other parents of boys in the troop say, that our boys are growing in many ways through the examples, pro­ grams and activities provided by these leaders. These gentlemen are helping to demonstrate the best ofa great program. Jeri Baker Vermontville $85.00 per ton — Sale Ends 10-31-91 —­ Maple valley concrete (517) 852-1900 South side of Nashville on M-66 SPECIAL OF THE WEEK... TUESDAY Welding & Machine Shop Computer Science Painting & Drawing Social Dancing Gager, and now is able to sit contentedly in church for an hour or longer. “He can really respond and knows what is going on,” noted his mother. Institutions where one sees so many handicapped are “real scary,” Gager told the children. She said one sometimes can become frustrated and angry in trying to deal with a mentally handicapped individual, but instead of harsh discipline, “positive reinforcement real­ ly works.” A sincere compli­ ment on the individiual’s accomplishments usually pro­ duces an effort for even Poulan 3’/2 hp. LAWN MOWER $11995 • Air Conditioning • Sales & Service We also do custom sheet metal work walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 Vermontville Hardware DOUG and JULIE DURKEE 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml Open Mon-Frl 8:30-6; Sat 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 726-1121 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1991 — Page 9 Obituaries Quma Bernita Smith | L & jfe* sSS: sS'S: Sr&i: fapsiKjstajfr irnt Bjj IwiifelitsW irtoii gjtjj. fry iat Troop fe ll VERMONTVILLE - Quma Bernita Smith, 79 of 1859 North Ionia Road, Vermontvil­ le, passed away Thursday, September 19, 1991 at Hayes Green-Beach Hospital in Charlotte. Mrs. Smith was bom on May 7,1912 in Assyria Town­ ship, Barry County, the daughter of John and Eltie (Cheeseman) Miller. She was raised there attending the Ellis School, and graduated from the Lakeview High School in Battle Creek. She was married to Earl A. Smith on October 1, 1932 in Angola, Indiana. She farmed with her husband in Maple Grove Township and spent her later years in the Baldwin area. She was a member of Cloverleaf Class at Nashville United Methodist Church, Maple Leaf Grange, and the Farm Bureau. She enjoyed sewing and crafts. Robert J. Milbourn, Sr. Mrs. Smith is survived by her husband, Earl; daughters, Maggie Aspinall ofNashville; daughter and son-in-law, Vivian and Jerry Neimeyer of Lansing; grandchildren, Gary and Carla Burpee, Linden and LuAnne Aspinall, Margo and Bob Miller, Michael and Michelle Neimeyer, Melinda Neimeyer; five great grand­ children; sisters, Mildred Hill of Nashville, Sylvia White of Battle Creek; brothers, Maur­ ice Miller and Lyle Miller, both of Battle Creek. She was preceded in death by son-in-law, Carl Aspinall; brother, Byrl Miller. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 21, at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville with Reverend James Hynes offi­ ciating. Burial was in Lake­ view Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Vermontville Ambulance. _ MIDDLEVILLE - Robert J. Milboum, Sr., 65 of 10909 Shady Lane, Gun Lake, Middleville, passed away Wednesday, September 18, 1991 at Blodgett Memorial Medical Center. Mr. Milboum was bom on April 5, 1926 in Chester, the son of Virgil and Mary (Snell) Milboum. He was raised in Eaton County and attended rural schools there. He was married to Frances Anne Walsh on February 8, 1946. He was employed 32 years at E.W. Bliss Company in Hastings, retiring in 1984. Went on to be employed at D&S Machinery Company in Hastings until the present time. Mr. Milboum is survived by his wife, Frances Anne; two sons, Robert J. Milboum, Jr., of Hastings, Barry Lee Milboum of Middleville; two daughters, Dianna Dee (Milbourn) Schaafsma of Grand Rapids, Pamela Christ­ ine Milbourn, at home; three grandchildren; sister, Margaret Ballard of Olivet.. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Lawrence Milboum. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 21 at the Wren Funeral Home, with Reverend Bruce Bode officiat­ ing. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to a donor’s choice. Phillip Joe Swain __jjjgn, ini ®tta,fail xaMkRX __ taanltahii fd t fe fed itlteiife" ra?sj,fe^ pWl ““J,'’1 tin feu fee fefetk^ life ija It ia 1W RF )g» NASHVILLE - Phillip Joe Swain, 39 of 7139 Lawrence Road, Nashville, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 1991 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Swain was born on July 22,1952 in Highland Park, the son of Bill and Bonnie (Beav­ ers) Swain. He was raised in the Detroit area and attended school there. He served in the Army during the Vietnam Conflict and received the Purple Heart. He came to the Nashville area several years ago and had many friends there. Dominic ‘Doc’ Marco NASHVILLE Dominic “Doc” Marco, 88, formerly of Nashville, passed away Sunday, September 15,1991 at Sherbrooke Nursing Center, Grand Rapids after a long illness. Mr. Marco was born on March 11, 1903 in Franklin Mine, the son ofJohn and Lena (Rossio) Marco. He was raised in Franklin Mine and attended school there. He was married to Bessie Shook in 1947. She preceded him in death in 1977. Mr. Marco was employed at Quincy Mining Company in Franklin Mine as an electrical maintenance worker in his early years. He also worked for General Motors in Pontiac as a mechanic, and for Clark Manufacturing in Battle Creek Mr. Swain is survived by one son, James; one daughter, Danielle, both of Royal Oak; mother, Bonnie Baker of Clin­ ton, Arkansas; brother, Arthur Swain of Texas. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 21, at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Burial was in Fort Custer National Cemetery, Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to Phillip Swain memorial fund. Professor Orlon Boston dead at age 99 Word has been received in south of Casgrove), and there Nashville ofthe death ofProf. manufactured bricks used in Orlan Boston, an early local many historic stuctures still resident. standing today, including Boston died last February, Nashville's United Methodist Church and Putnam Public according to the Summer Library. 1991 issue of Michigan Engineer. He had lived in Orlan’s older brother, Irv­ ing, became a local legend in Arizona since his retirement and would have been 100 I894 when he drowned in a futile attempt to rescue Clif­ years old later this year. ford Barnes, a young lad who He was an internationally known pioneer in manufactur­ had fallen through the ice ing process and concurrent while skating on the Thornap­ ple millpond east of the Main engineering. Boston graduated in 1909 from Street bridge. A local volunteer fireman, Irving, Nashville High School, and then 21, was among other after receiving his bachelor’s degree from University of skaters there and rushed to the rescue. Both died in the icy Michigan, in 1914 joined the faculty of the College of waters. Other Boston siblings in­ Engineering there as an in­ cluded sisters Flora Reinhart structor in engineering (who became a teacher), mechanics while continuing Mabie Speery and Isabel his studies for an advanced Holcomb. degree, which he earned in 1917. News of Prof. Boston’s death came from former Except for two years (1919-21) when he was an in­ Nashville resident Gaylord Wotring of Venice, Fla., dustrial engineer for the whose mother was a “best Cleveland Tractor Company, friend” of Flora Boston when he was continuously a they attended school together member of U of M’s here. engineering faculty until he “In 1926 when I was an retired in 1956. During his entire career at engineering student at the U of M, Boston was a pioneer university and until I in research in machining and graduated there in 1929,1 oc­ casionally talked with Orlan machinability of metals. He because we were both from published more than 200 research papers and was a Nashville and he knew my much sought-after speaker mother,” wrote Wotring. and seminar leader. - “He lived a long and fruitful life and (was) a credit to his In 1944, he was elected a family and home town and the Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical university. Wotring graduated from Engineers and in 1952 was Nashville High school in elected Life Fellow. In 1950, 1922. He retired from he received the Reed Warner General Electric Company in Gold Metal from the ASME. 1966 and has resided in Prof. Boston’s interest in machinability of metals conFlorida since 1969. tinued after his retirement. He provided financial support of the Mechanical Engineering Department and in 1966 the O. W. Boston Research Grant was created. It has been sup­ ported to this date by grants from several industrial companies. Boston was the son ofa pro­ minent Nashville businessman, William Boston, and his wife, Adaline. The elder Boston, an English native who became an American Civil War veteran, moved to Nashville in 1875 from Dexter. He established the Boston brickyard on the south edge of the village (on the west side of M-66 just Orlan Boston (right) is seen here in 1908 with classmates Eltie and Elzie Clifford at Nashville High School. Boston went on become a longtime professor of engineering at the University of Michigan. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) 726-0319 — hours — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MonF®hru COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Comer of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml FALL BATTERY SALE Sept. 24-Oct. 12 Strongbox e Memorial tree planted, from front of that building and donated long hours to the upkeep of adjacent Putnam Park. In addition Christiansen was active in the Maple Leaf Grange, the Boy Scouts of America, the Nashville Lions Club and the Chamber of Commerce. A Barry County native, Christiansen moved to Nashville in 1952 and served aa total total of of seven seven years years as village president between 1968 and 1982. He was presi­ dent when Nashville celebrated its centennial in 1969. Ted Ohler of Maple Valley Concrete Products has offered to furnish a bronze plaque ordered by the Village Council to mark the Christiansen memorial maple. This is ex ex-­ pected to be installed in the near future. repairing fork lift trucks. Mr. Marco is survived by four brothers, Andrew of Stan­ wood, Vincent of Lapeer, Mike ofLivonia and George of Homewood, Illinois; three sisters, Lucy Lamberson of Big Rapids, Margaret Gorman ofDetroit and Martina Pichitino of Battle Creek; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 18, at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville with Reverend Kenneth Vaught officiating. Burial was at Wilcox Cemetery, Maple Grove Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville POLE BUILDINGS United Methodist Church * * Erected by WOODLAND < ’ Building Fund. BUILDERS. Residential, ; • Commercial, Farm • Horse < [ Bams, Custom Framing ]> Call Lloyd for a quick start at < ’ JJ 1-8OO95O-2BY4 ‘► <> Free Estimates <' A Bflttery Fo^iJK PBAC John Deere’s rugged StrongBox batteries feature: • Rock-solid construction to handle heavy equipment punishment • Extra-heavy plates to give an added reserve of power • Super-radial grid design to provide more cranking amps and resistance to corrosion • Envelope separators to virtually eliminate electrical shorts • Lifetime trade-in offer »o% o,scounf t>tterles <’f® b°ught ln Pairs! We have good supply of Harvest Repair Parts Call us for your needs. THORNAPPLE VALLEY 945-9526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1991 — Page 10 This Week in SPORTS... Lion gridders explode in second half for win over Fowler There is definately a pattern developing here... The Maple Valley football team proved again that football is a game played for two halfs. Just as in previous wins over Fowler and Edwardsburg, the Lions dominated the second half Friday against non-league rival Parma Jackson County Western en route to a convincing 34-6 victory, improving to 3-0 overall. Trailing 6-0 at the half, the Lions exploded out of the locker room and manhandled e visiting Panthers in the final 24 minutes. The explosion was sparked by Nick Grinnage's 55-yard FACTORY WORKERS Alto area company has * sanding, buffing, and light assembly openings available. High starling wages for the non­ experienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope­ nings coming in every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be given immediate con­ sideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal I.D. Never a lee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN 11:30 A.M. ■ 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY Beacon Seruices, Inc. 698-7979 (EOE) Three Bldgs. South of corner of M-37/44th Street or 4595 Broad­ moor, S.E., Suite 150, (located in the Kent-1 wood Corporate ■ * Complex)., t E 01 kickoff return to the JC Western 38-yard line. Running back Jeremy Reynolds then took a pitch, broke loose and scampered into the end zone. The score was keyed by blocks from Darrel Stine and Dayton Walker. The Panthers, who had been moving the ball fairly effectively throughout the game, then drove the ball into Lion territory before Brian Brandt picked off a pass and returned the ball back to the Maple Valley 40. Soonafter, Reynolds scored again on a similar pitch, this time covering 54 yards, giving Maple Valley a 12-6 lead. A Tom Snyder fumble recovery gave the Lions' possession, and their running game, led by Aaron Patrick, Jason Byington and Reynolds, moved the ball downfield before quarterback Greg Gam scored on a 1-yard keeper. His pass to Matt Gates on the conversion made it 20-6. Lion coach Guenther Mittelstaedt was quick to give much of the credit for the 363-yard rushing total to his offensive line. "Jackson County Western played a tough, physical game, particularly in the first half," he said. "They controlled the line of scrimmage. We were fortunate to be down only 6­ 0 at halftime. "But our offensive line really did a super job (in the second half)." Early in the fourth quarter, Patrick scored on a 37-yard run. Bryan Carpenter's conversion extended the lead to 27-6, and Grinnage put some icing on the cake late in the game with a 1-yard run. The Panthers rushed the ball four more times than the Lions in the game, but were outgained 363-146. Chris Harmon led the Maple Valley defense with 10 tackles. A trio of teammates, Stine, Scott English and Snyder, added nine apiece. Mittelstaedt also felt his special-teams play was again solid. The Lions allowed just 46 yards on five kickoff returns. Maple Valley will have what will be its biggest game of the season to date Friday at home aginst St. Philip, which is ranked 10th in the state in Class D. St. Philip, which opened league lay with a tough 6-0 win over a solid Olivet team, is led by quarterback JeffWells, a transfer from Lakeview. jl?)1 1*1 tsp OH1 0, ^1 jtn A Jackson County Western player nearly picks off a Maple Valley pass intended for Tony Hansen (12). The Lions pounded the Panthers 34-6 in the non-league game at Maple Valley. I lift ■ nIb | alk I Lion jayvee gridders split pair last week The Maple Valley junior varsity basketball team split a pair of games last week. The Lions are now 4-3 on the season. Maple Valley lost to Paw Paw 32-29 Tuesday, although it rallied from a late eight-point deficit to make the game close at the end. A late layup, which could have put the Lions in front, was missed, and Maple Valley W is 4iO fal had to foul. Lisa Wood scored 12 points, while Lynette Snyder added 11 and hauled down 14 rebounds for the Lions. Thursday Maple Valley survived a late Pennfield rally to post a 29-27 win. Stacey Hawkins had nine points and eight rebounds, while Wood added seven points and eight boards. it|a in 311 Ala it ip IB Mb Maple valley Adult Education High school completion & vocational Classes Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. FREE to the high school graduate who is under 20 by 9/1/91. All other adults may take a class for $30.00 for 8 weeks. ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES — MONDAY thru THURSDAY • 8:00 AM-3:30 PM 204 N. Main Street, Nashville DAYTIME CLASSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 9, 1991 Attend classes any time during the above hours. Accounting Consumers Education English GED Preparation Government Math Reading Science Global Issues U.S. History Writing And Morel! EVENING CLASSES • MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL • 6:00-10:00 PM EVEING CLASSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 16, 1991 MONDAY: TUESDAY: Government Science Office Update Basic Math thru Algebra Accounting Computer Science Typing, Beg.-Adv. Welding & Machine Shop WEDNESDAY: GED Preparation Writing Workshop English Reading Improvement Woodworking & Furniture Making THURSDAY: U.S. History Word Processing, Beg.-Adv. Kale Dipert of Maple Valley bulls ahead for yardage as the swarming Panther defense converges. The Lions will be host to a tough St. Philip team Friday in a crucial S.M.A.A. showdown. For Sale FOR SALE: 1989 Harley 883 Sportster Hugger with extras, " $3600 firm: After 5pm i795-9160. 1 vii -H---O---R---S --E-- T - RA.--I--L--E---R-- 2---s--t-a--l-l-,--t-a--l-l-, $275 or B/O. After 5pm, 795-9160. 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The Lady Lions are welcoming the opportunity to return back to their own gym following a murderous stretch in which seven of the first eight games on the schedule were on the road. Maple Valley dropped to 3­ 4 overall last week by losing a pair of games. It had won three in a row prior to Tuesday's 50-28 loss to a big, physical Paw Paw squad. The Lions started slow, as the Indians built a 25-9 halftime advantage. Coach Jerry Reese was impressed by Paw Paw. "They are a very, very strong team," he said. "They used superior height to gain a scoring and rebounding advantage. It was a physical contest." Maple Valley hit 24 percent from the floor and dropped just four of 14 free throws in the game. Janet Boldrey had 12 points, six boards and four steals to pace the Lions. Jennifer Phenix chipped in seven points. Boldrey, Phenix and Sara DeGroot all fouled out of the game, which didn't help the Maple Valley cause. Thursday at Pennfield, the Lions lost a tight 47-43 Maple Valley Lion linksters eclipse school record The Maple Valley golf team posted a new school record at Portland Country Club on Tuesday, posting a 152-156 win. The score is the lowest in school history, eclipsing the previous mark of 154 established in 1983. Kyle Booher carded a 34 to lead the Lions. Teammte Kirk Warner also broke 40, finishing with a 35. Jeff Knoll had a 41, while Chip Reese shot 42. The Lion jayvees suffered their first loss, 179-185. Brian Stewart had a 42 to lead Maple Valley. Thursday the Lions improved to 8-1 on the season with a slim 176-178 win over Eaton Rapids. Booher had a 41, Jeff Hamilton had a 44, Justin Truhn a 45 and Stewart a 46. The junior varsity lost again, 194-204. Matt Mace led the way with a 48. 4-H visual arts workshop available to area adults Adults 18 and over who work with youth are invited to attend the State 4-H Visual Arts and Crafts Workshop at Kettunen Center, Oct. 12-13. Kettunen Center is the state 4-H volunteer training facility south of Cadillac. Participants will explore five dynamic visual arts and crafts guaranteed to inspire creativity and confidence in kids. Sessions to pics, taught by professional artists, in­ clude Japanese word block printing, drawing and sket­ ching, mobiles (paper, wire, and whirligigs), plaster and clay, and fabric quilting. Workshop cost for 4-H volunteers is $35. Costs for non 4-H volunteers is $67.25. This fee covers food, housing, registration and all workshop supplies. Remaining costs are covered by the Michigan 4-H Foundation. Registration is due by Sept. 27. For more information, contact the 4-H staff at the Eaton County Extension Ser­ vice office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. For Rent EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. 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DeGroot played what Reese called her best game of the season, chipping in eight points and five steals. Maple Valley was 15 of 54 from the floor and improved somewhat from the line, hitting 13 of 25. The Lions hit the road one more time, last night against Galesburg Augusta, before returning home for Thursday's contest with Pewamo Westphalia. Happy surprise for Vermontville DPW head Monte O'Dell (left) of Vermontville's Department of Public Works, presents keys to a new John Deere backhoe Monday to Supervisor Tony Wawiernia. The rig was purchased while Wawiernia attended a week-long municipal water seminar in northern Michigan, and came as a surprise on his return. A.I.S. of Lan­ sing delivered the unit Friday the 13th, the day after the Village Council approved the $25,600 purchase. It replaces a 23-old backhoe that was beyond repair. Maple Valley Elementary teachers learn new way to grade classes by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Maple Valley Elementary teachers Friday were taught a new system of assessing how well their classes are doing in certain subjects. Attending in shifts at Maplewood School in Ver­ montville, teachers from that school, as well as Fuller Street and Kellogg elementaries in Nashville, learned how to The month of October pro­ operate computer scanning vides splashes of gold, equipment that is part of the bronze, brillant reds and rusts innovative “Outcome Based as summer green leaves Education" program. Pete Freel of Saginaw’s change into their fall-colored Bailie School conducted the wardrobe. People can learn how to br­ training session. Assisting ing these vivid colors into the was Donna Garvey, Kellogg home by joining the Eaton School aide, who earlier had Association Of Extension taken classes in the procedure Homemakers for their first and who will be involved in handling the computer process fall lesson day Tuesday, Oct. 8, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at for the local elementaries. “The scanners, in conjunc­ the First Baptist Church, 1110 tion with Apple computers, S. Cochran in Charlotte. will be used to evaluate and The first of two speakers, Brenda Patefield from Richter record student test scores in Gardens in Lansing, will math and reading,” explained demonstrate how to construct Fuller-Kellogg Principal Nan­ cy Potter. She said the OBE fall decorations for the home. Mona Ellard, Extension home program now being initiated economist also will by the local school district “will assist elementary demonstrate a variety of fall teachers in preparing pro­ vegetable recipes and give tips grams to meet the needs ofthe on how to harvest and store students.” the various vegetables. All Each teacher had an oppor­ participants will receive free tunity Friday to run through recipes and taste test the dishes. the scanner individual pre-test sheets for each member ofhis Pre-registration is required. Call the Eaton Cooperative or her class. Compilations ap­ peared on the computer Extension office at 543-2310 screen. Final results will help or 372-5594 to reserve a seat. teachers identify specific ob­ There is a $1 charge at the jectives for the class and for door. Free babysitting is. individual students. “A student must score 80 available. Please indicate if percent or better before con­ the service is needed when sidering it is a learned objec­ making the reservation. ( tive,” explained Potter. Registration deadline is With the new system, those Thursday, Oct. 3. who do not make the grade can easily be identified and singled out for additional in­ Serving our Country struction or remedial help. Michael D. Gusey Pre-test scores will provide a baseline for post-test scores. Michael D. Gusey, a 1991 “Those kids (who do not graduate of Maple Valley score 80 percent or better) do High School, has reported to not move on until they’ve met Camp Pendleton, Marine the objective,” added Potter. Corp Base at San Diego, The data picked up by the Calif. He will be in basic training there for 13 weeks. GET MORE NEWS! " He is the son of Dave and Subscribe today to the Hastings Kathy Gusey of the Vermont­ Banner. Only $13 per year in ville area. Barry County. Ph. 948-8051. . Homemakers to learn about fall decorating— scanner is contained on individual computer-scorable test sheets called Student Answer Forms, which also in­ clude the student’s name. Participation in OBE train­ ing is voluntary, said Potter. Teachers doubled up in classroom duties to allow their colleagues to take turns attending the training sessions, conducted both forenoon and afternoon in the principal’s of­ fice at Maplewood. Scanning equipment even­ tually will be located at each ofthe elememtary locations in the district, said Potter. Vicki Williams, Maplewood fifth-grade teacher, takes her turn at learning the new test scanning pro­ cedure under the guidance of Donna Garvey, Kellogg School aide, and Pete Freel, instructor from Bailie School in Saginaw. Garvey had been pre-trained in the program. Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations ) MORE rCall 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1991 — Page 12 Nashville Baptists honor choir director for 30 years of service J-Ad Graphics News Service Janet DeGroot was honored Sunday by the Nashville Bap­ tist congregation in recogni­ tion of her 30 years as church choir director. DeGroot was not aware the tribute had been planned util after the regular Sunday morning service had begun. “It totally surprised me,” said DeGroot later. Her first inkling that something was afoot came when Howard Burchett step­ ped forward to read a poem entitled "The Choir Direc­ tor,” dedicating it to Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: September 24 - Gypsy Moth Task Force meeting, 7 p.m., Cooperative Extension Service office. September 27 - Waste Water Energy Conference (one day) at Kellogg Center, MSU — cost is $15 including lunch if pre­ registered. September 29 - 4-H Funfest, 3-7 p.m., Barry County Expo Grounds. October 2 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 8 p.m., Expo Bldg., Fairgrounds. DeGroot. She is the wife of the church pastor, Rev. Lester DeGroot. Mrs. DeGroot said she was very touched by the poem and by several special songs and other tributes offered in her honor during the service. On behalf of the congrega­ tion, Ken Burkett, chairman ofthe church board, presented DeGroot with a diamond pen­ dant necklace in appreciation of her three decades of service. Under the direction of Mrs. DeGroot, the Nashville Bap- Local youth begins study at Moody Bible Institute Paul J. Berkimer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Berkimer, Jr. of Nashville, began his course of study at Moody Bible Institute of ‘Gloryland Express' to visit Nashville A special program is planned for Sunday, Sept. 29 at Peace United Methodist Church, near Nashville. Genny Wilson will be re- turning once again to share her musical talents and her faith with the congregation. During the 9:30 a.m. ser­ vice, Genny and her hus- Billy Graham film to be shown at Nashville Assembly of God Nashville Assembly of God will show a new Billy Graham film, Caught, at 10 a.m. Sun­ day, Sept. 29. The movie is the newest film from Billy Graham’s World Wide Pictures and por­ trays the dramatic true-to-life story of the power of one per­ son caring for another. Tim Devon, an 18-year-old American, goes to Amster­ dam in search of the father he has never known. His mother reluctantly admits he was bom illegitimately out of her col­ lege romance with a Dutch ex­ change student. In this city far from his home, Tim slips into the self­ destructive drug culture, but is encountered by a single, caring person — one of deep faith. Rajam Prasad found a way to share Christ’s message of love, hope and forgiveness in a way that Tim could not ignore. Audiences who have witnessed the Elm’s premier in movie theaters around the world have been gripped by its central focus on the friend­ ship forged out of danger and desperation. Moved by the warmth ofthe film with its many moments of humor, Graham said, “Caught is certainly the most outstanding film yet produced by World Wide Pictures.” The public is invited to at­ tend this showing at Nashville Assembly of-God, located at 735 Reed Street. y| Z4 tist choir stages many special shows, including the annual "Christmas Carol” produc­ tion, which draws hundreds of members and visitors to the church for repeat performances. Last July, in recognition of Independence Day and as a salute to U.S. military person­ nel, the choir staged a spec­ tacular patriotic musical en­ titled “I Believe in America.” The performance packed the church for two consecutive evenings. band, Herb, will be present­ ing many new songs as well as old favorites. Genny has been singing since the age of nine, mak­ ing television appearances and performing out-of-state tours. The Wilsons, who make their home in Charlotte, travel all through the year presenting their musical programs. Children, especially, of all ages are welcome to come and listen to the music and take part in a special chil­ dren's time during the ser­ vice. Sunday School classes for all ages, pre-school through adult, wifi follow the morn­ ing service. Everyone is welcome to attend. Peace United Methodist Church is located on M-79, 3 1/2 miles west of Nashville. For more infor­ mation about Sunday's pro­ gram or other ministries of the church, call the parish office at (517) 852-1993. Y°ur ?4 Hour LL/fd C/flda _aooss_ooss-fffc f fifciee?u _duii rPr*i-lacemen ? ia-cement and Information Line Chicago (MBI) this month. Berkimer, a 1991 graduate of Gull Lake Christian School (Richland), enrolled in the communications major. He joined more than 547 new students to make up the pre­ sent student body of 1,432. MBI is a college- and graduate-level school prepar­ ing pastors, missionaries and other church-related workers. Students choose from majors including pastorl studies, Christian education, music, missions and communica­ tions. Each major includes in­ tensive studies in the Bible. Founded by evangelist D.L. Moody in 1886, MBI seeks to integrate classroom knowledge with practical ex­ perience. As part of the pro­ gram students obtain hands-on experience in such areas as teaching Bible classes, hospital and home visitation, and working with children and adults. Ken Burkett, chairman of Nashville Baptist Church Board, presents the congregation's gift of a diamond pendant necklace to Janet DeGroot while her hus­ band, the Rev. Lester DeGroot, looks on. 4-H Dairy Banquet set 4-H Dairy project members will have a banquet Saturday, Sept. 28, starting at 7:30 p.m. at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. This banquet is for dairy award donors and supporters, 4-H Dairy members, leaders and families. Call the Cooperative Exten­ sion Service ofice, 543-2310 or 372-5594, for details or banquet reservations. After the surprise tribute, Janet DeGroot is led by song leader Steve Coplin to the church vestibule, where she and the choir were greeted by members of the congregation. A VOICE COMMUNICATION SERVICE OF JAD GRAPHICS INC. 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Church St. HASTINGS, M! 49C58Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49O5£ P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 10 — Tuesday, October 1, 1991 Bea Pino resigns Maple Valley School Board post by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer The resignation of Trustee Bea Pino of Nashville from the Maple Valley Board of Education was accepted with regrets by that panel at a special meeting last week Monday. Pino, elected in June to a four-year term, said in a letter to the board that she is resign­ ing because she felt she is “not able to do my share of the work” due to ill health. She offered to continue to serve as a community volunteer to the schools whenever possible. The board agreed that the, vacancy will be advertised for two weeks in the Maple Valley News before their Oct. 14 meeting, when a replacement will be named. Interested par­ ties may send letters of ap­ plication to the school administration office before that date. Pino, a retired West Coast schoolteacher, completed a four-year term on the board in June 1990, but did not seek re­ election at that time. In other business Monday, Bea Pino the board set Oct. 15 as the date for an evening apprecia­ tion event at the high school to recognize members of the Central Planning Committee. That volunteer group recently completed an extensive longrange improvement plan for the school. Representatives of ten sub­ committees gave their final, reports to the board Monday, and these will be compiled in a survey to be mailed to Maple Valley school district residents this week (see related story in this issue). In other action Monday, the board: — Accepted a bid of $5,008 from John Billman of Donna, Texas, to buy five us­ ed school buses, three 1978 models, qnd two 1979s. Billman’s was the highest of eight bids received. — Renewed fleet insurance with the Farm Bureau com­ pany for one-year for $11,037.11. It was the lower of two bids received. — Approved contracts for two recently hired elementary teachers, Jeanne Hansen (Chapter I for Maplewood and Ke; Hogg) and Lynne Harrison (fifth grade at Kellogg). — Awarded a contract to Country Roads Inc. of Belding to reupholster 37 auditorium seats, plus 14 backs, and make other repairs at the total cost of $1,478.65. — Hired Shelley Swift of Vermontville as a dishwasher at the high school kitchen. The position became available because of transfers within the school’s food services division. Jack and Judy DeGroot named '91 Homecoming parade marshals Judy and Jack DeGroot, owners of Good Time Piz­ za, have been selected as grand marshals of Maple Valley's 1991 Homecoming parade. The couple have been strong supporters of the local school system, and are friends and role models to the young people of the community. by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer A Nashville business couple who have earned the love and respect of local students have been selected as grand mar­ shals of the 1991 Maple Valley Homecoming parade Friday, Oct. 11. The selection was made by Tricia Gibson and Terry Dempsey, representing the student council, sponsor of the event. “We looked at what we saw the DeGroots doing (for the schools),’’ said Gibson. “They donate toward various sports and activities, and even though all their kids are out of school except Sara (a senior), they are still doing a lot for the schools.” The DeGroots are owners of Good Time Pizza in Nashville, a favorite gathering spot for young people, especially after school games and dances. A wholesome atmosphere is maintained in the place. Smoking is discouraged while school achievements are en­ couraged. The DeGroots give discounts as rewards to students who reach certain reading goals at both elemen­ tary and high school levels. “We feel school is impor­ tant,” said Judy DeGroot. “The biggest thing is that we’re friends with the kids.” Good Time Pizza employs See Homecoming, page 6 Academic honors awarded to 17 Maple Valley High school students Seventeen Maple Valley high school students earned academic letters or pins last week in a program that recognizes scholastic achievement. They are (back row, from left) Chris Miller, Joel Butler, Dan Finkler, Darrel Stine, Paul Adrianson, (middle row) Jim Edinger, Rudy Othmer, Kyle Booher, Tim Ferrier, Leigh Stine, Janet Boldrey, (front) Lisa Metzger, Renee Dingman, Dawn Root, D onna Green, Victoria Slocum and Rachelle Cheeseman. J-Ad Graphics News Service Outstanding scholastic achievement in the 1990-91 school year was recognized last week in presentation of academic letters and pins to 17 Maple Valley High School students. Letters were award­ ed to 14 students, while second-year pins were given to three students who earned their letters last fall. Official announcement of the awards was made Friday evening evening in in ceremonies preceding Maple Valley’s football game with St. Phillip. Larry Lenz, principal of Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School, assisted by faculty member Julie Swartz, presented the letters and pins. 7081 Each of the honored students was accompanied by his or her parents or grandparents during the event. Academic letters are similar to those presented annually to Maple Valley athletes, but carry an emblem of the Lamp of Learning. A student who qualifies for the award a se­ cond consecutive year is presented with a pin to attach to the letter he or she recieved earlier. Sophomores receiving let­ ters Friday, based on the qualification of maintaining a 3.9 grade point average dur­ ing their freshman year, were Lisa Metzger, Chris Miller and Rudy Othmer. Juniors recognized for maintaining a cumulative 3.8 grade point average as sophomores last year, were Kyle Booher, Joel Butler\and Dan Finkler. The latter received a pin Friday, as this is the second year he nas qualified for the academic honor. Seniors recognized Friday earned the honor by maintain­ ing a cumulative 3.65 grade point average as juniors. They were Renee Dingman and Donna Green (both received pins as second-year awards); Paul Adrianson, Janet Boldrey, Rachelle Cheeseman, Jim Edinger, Tim Ferrier, Dawn Root, Vic­ toria Slocum, Darrel Stine and Leigh Stine. ’s insurance costs stable by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Nashville’s municipal in­ surance policy, renewed last week, will be at the same price as last year’s coverage. The action to approve the lower of two submitted bids was taken Thursday at the Village Council’s regular meeting. “The premium happens to be the same as last year, it did not go up,” said John W. Ryan, Kalamazoo-based underwriter for the Michigan Township Par Plan, which covered the village for 1990-91. MTPP also is the in­ surer of several other local governmental units, including Castleton and Maple Grove townships, and under a separate policy also covers the local fire deparment operated by the two townships and the Village of Nashville. The bid by Ryan was $14,458. Representatives of the Stack Agency of Hastings also were in attendance to pre­ sent that company’s proposal of $19,267. These were the only two formally submitted bids. Village Clerk Rose Heaton said Hecker Agency of Nashville also had been con­ tacted, but had submitted only See Insurance, page 2 In This Issue... • Maple Valley School survey seeks opinions • Candidates for homecoming royalty chosen • Park bench memorializes special friend • Maplewood custodian receives honors �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1991 — Poge 2 Maple Valley school survey seeks public opinion on ideas by Susan Hinckley The community this week will have an opportunity to grade various Maple Valley school improvement ideas recently proposed by volunteer committees. Ten branches of a Central Planning Committee ap­ pointed last winter have work­ ed for several months to develop proposals for changes in diverse categories of school operations, ranging from adult education to transportation. In a special school board meeting Monday, Sept. 23, the Maple Valley Board of Education heard reports from representatives of several sub­ committees. A compilation of those recommendations to the Central Planning Committee will be mailed this week to residents of the school district in an attempt to gain public opinion on the proposed changes. “We are going to ask in general if they agree with recommendations of the Cen­ tral Planning committee,” said Supt. Ozzie Parks. “The survey will not focus on any one issue — we are just as in- terested in food services as we are in the middle school issue.” He said the long-range plan­ ning project was intended as a comprehensive study in which “all ideas fit together” and all should be considered as one unit. The survey is the first chance the public at large has had to express views on recommendations of the plan­ ning sub-committees, com­ prised of school staff members and community volunteers who have devoted countless hours to the study. Sub-committee reports will be compiled in survey form by Janis Gaubatz, a Maplewood teacher who has agreed to do all the pre-publication preparation for $10 per hour. The board Monday approved this expenditure, setting a cap of $600 for labor costs of the project. Parks said he expects to have a force of volunteers who will go door to door throughout the district to pick up the completed survey sheets next week. He said this has proven to be more effec­ tive than asking participants to return the forms by mail. With a New Style from... Styles-R-Us 852*1757 224 Main, Nashville SYLVIA HOEVE WALKINS WELCOME Insurance costs stable, an estimated phone proposal of $35,738. The MTPP plan offers coverage for comprehensive municipal liability, automobile liability, property (buildings and contents, as well as fleet), valuable papers and records, inland marine, crime, public official bonds, boiler and machinery liability, and employees’ group acci­ dent coverage. “It is pretty good that (the premium) hasn’t gone any higher than last year,” noted Trustee Sue Van Derske. The council considered the idea of reducing the policy’s liability limit from $3 million INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary % For the present, board members will consider as many of the proposals as possible at their October meeting and prioritize the others for consideration at a later session. Among reports received Monday evening were ones suggesting improvements in special education; curriculum and learning; staff relations; food services; adult and com­ munity education; extra­ curricular programs; policies and procedures; board and ad­ ministrative management; buildings and sites; transpor­ tation; financial resources, and public relations. Beverly Black, teacher and special education coordinator for Maple Valley, chaired the Special Education Committee. In her report to the board Monday she recommended the school hire a “transition person who understands the Tabulation of the surveys should be completed in time for the board’s next meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, at Fuller Street Elementary School. Officials then will begin a systematic review of the proposals. Some committee ideas were adopted by the board last April in order to implement needed changes in time for start of the new school year. “Each idea will eventually be considered," noted Parks. “I don't want any one of these ideas lost,” said Board President Harold Stewart. “Bring each one to the board (for review) to approve or vote down.” Stewart noted the long hours invested by the commit­ tee members. The volunteers will be recognized in a special event Tuesday evening, Oct. 15, at the high school. Hastings Mutual Insurance Company to $2 million to lower the premium further, but decided against the move. “The thing is, (with in­ surance) you are trying to pro­ tect your assets," said Ryan. ‘.‘Your people are your assets.” He explained that while the village owns property on which replacement costs of buildings and contents are estimated at $1,215,600, in the event of a judgment higher than total village assets, local taxpayers would be obligated to make up the difference. In other business Thursday, the Village Council heard a report from Heaton that local Boy Scout leader Dale Ossenheimer had contacted her about the possibility of the organization resuming use of the Scout Hall on the Thor­ napple River at the end of Middle Street. The hall, con­ structed with funds bequeath­ ed for that purpose in 1955 by early Nashville businessman Joseph Hurd, has been vacant for several years. Heaton reported that Ossenheimer had agreed the scout organization will be responsible for utilities at the hall. Heaton also said she will have a new lock installed on the door. The plight of the unused building surfaced last June when the council received a request from a private in- Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass ..........9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ ...6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study........... .6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service .......6 p.m. * Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. 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Worship........ 1 1 ia.m. P.M. Worship........... .7 ।p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... 7 ।p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER role of special education, so­ meone who can work with teachers and parents.” Several other suggestions for improvement were of­ fered, including help for special education sixth graders making the transition to junior high. Dr. Parks gave the report on curriculum and learning because Maplewood Principal David Doozan, chairman of that committee, has resigned to accept a position in the Lakewood schools. Parks told of pending state regulations that would require students to pass Michigan Educational Assessment Program tests in order to qualify for diplomas. Parks said it was a case of “bringing students to some degree of learning that can be documented.” A timetable for improving the local curriculum, as pro­ posed by the committee, was adopted by the school board in April. Parks also gave the report on staff relations, another committee chaired by Doozan. Proposals involve several plans to show more appreciation to the staff, in­ cluding an annual appreciation dinner in which service awards are made — an idea that also was approved by the board in April. Other proposals by the com­ mittee suggested ways to help ease added burdens on staff members. “Too much is being asked of all employees without time to do the committee work and the professional work well,” noted the report. “Quality of teaching, home life and rela­ tionships are suffering because of the added burdens.” Continued on next page— continued from front page dividual to rent the building for use as a bait shop. Council referred the proposal to the Nashville Planning Commis­ sion, which later recommend­ ed council deny the request. In another matter Thursday, the council agreed that the Boy Scouts can be allowed to claim wood not wanted by homeowners when the village conducts its annual tree removal and trimming opera­ tion this fall. Council agreed that the wood belongs to the village if it is not claimed by the homeowner from whose pro­ perty a streetside tree is removed. “It is the village’s tree,” noted Trustee Richard Chaf­ fee Jr. “If the landowner doesn’t want it, the village should get it.” He said in the operation last fall a private individual trailed the cutters around town, tak­ ing all the wood not claimed by property owners. “All the village ended up with was the cost of cutting the trees,” added Chaffee. Village President Ray Hin­ ckley agreed: ‘‘The homeowner must understand that the tree is his if he wants it, but it is not his to give away.” We Now Have MYLAR & LATEX BALLOONS for all OCCASIONS Just arrived ... Maple Valley Balloons Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville Phone — 852-2050 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OFBARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship . .9:30 a.m. Sun. School . .11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vz mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ............6 p.rp. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. SALLEY NOLEN �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1991 — Page 3 From Previous page— . • u^ u^wiitj life ife ' ifc JkA«kl» «» 5w kk J^hji i’k **®«ksk ’ ■«iHki» B1W (hh iiMffl aim Id p.® Geri Mater, a parent who served as a member of the Food Services Committee, presented that panel’s recom­ mendation. She said the sale of pop and other nonnuturitional items during the lunch period “is defeating our purpose.” The snacks sold by the student council as a fund­ raiser could be offered after school, she suggested, so they would not interfere with the hot lunch program. The committee also recom­ mended a small increase in Maple Valley hot lunch prices in order to keep the financial end of the program “on an even keel.” Mater cited lunch prices (all higher) from other area schools. A request from the commit­ tee to hire a food services coordinator was denied by the board in April. Community Education Director Kay Hartzler, chair of the Adult and Community Education, and Extra­ Curricular Program Commit­ tee gave a report of recom­ mendations, noting, “Space was a big topic,” in discus­ sions of proposed changes and improvements. The recommendation that Maple Valley schools ad­ minister its own adult and community education pro­ gram (which had been operated by Lakewood schools) was adopted in April by the board in order “to pro­ mote better programming and keep more dollars in the district.” Larry Lenz, principal of the junior-senior high, chaired the Policies and Procedures Com­ mittee. He reported that many of the committee’s recom­ mendations already have been successfully implemented, in­ cluding Parent Orientation Night in the spring and a “Meet the Teachers Night” for new seventh graders and their parents in August. “It went a thousand percent better than I had anticipated,” commented Lenz, in describ­ ing the latter event. He said 81 of the 135 seventh-graders were represented by at least one parent at the session, designed to give the youngsters the chance to become acquainted with their teachers and to familiarize themselves with class schedules and the layout of the building. Board member David Tuckey gave the report for the Board and Administrative Management Committee, in the absence of chairwoman Hildred Peabody. The com­ mittee concerned itself mainly with the “heavy work load” placed on secondary prin­ cipals, said Tuckey, and recommended hiring an ad­ ministrator for Kellogg school, now handled by the Fuller Street Elementary prin­ cipal in a dual role. Susan Butler, co-chair of the Building and Sites Com­ mittee, said the panel recom­ mends building a middle school to house the district’s sixth, seventh and eighth grade students. The proposed building would have a gym, a cafeteria and its own administrator, ac­ cording to the committee’s plan. That panel also suggested other improvements, including updating some buildings, discontinuing use of portable classrooms, using Kellogg School for adult education programs (if a new middle school were built), replacing the bus garage, and relocating all athletic areas to a sports complex adjacent to the high school. Pat Powers, interim super­ visor of tranportation, chaired the Transportation Commit- tee. He reported that improv­ ed parent and student educa­ tion about bus safety was a high priority. He also said the committee “would like to see all our regular routes have two-way radios” in the buses for use in case of emergencies such as a mechanical breakdown or in­ clement weather. Only five of the units are now so equipped. Teacher John Hughes delivered the report of the Financial Resources Commit­ tee in the absence of chairman Tom Taylor. Hughes said one of their recommendations is that a bonding program be im­ plemented for any plan to up­ date buildings and sites, and suggested that if the school adds a new facility, it should also levy enough millage to operate that additional facility. “Any time you look at something like a new middle school, you have to bond for these things,” warned Hughes. “You can’t use money intended for education of the kids to put on a new roof.” The final report was given by Jill Booher, who stepped in to chair the Public Relations Committee after Lorna Wilson relinquished the post because of other commitments. “Improvement (in public relations) need to start with the school board and the superintendent,” said Booher. The committee’s proposal sheet noted that the panel felt progress had been made in several areas since the original report was drawn up last spring. Booher stressed the need for good communication with the public, motivating people to become involved with their children’s education, and br- inging the Nashville and Ver­ montville communities together in a positive image. As part of an open door policy, the committee came up with a novel plan: “Have a parent-student ex­ change day where the parent comes to school and the child stays home to do the parent's Job (or in the case of younger children, the parent accom­ panies the child to school). “Anything to get the parents and community members into school to see what’s going on,” concluded Booher. Your dollar can go wacko in Washington. School Lunch Menus Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 2 ♦Salad, *Tacos/lettuce, cheese, com, pears. Thursday, Oct. 3 ♦Salad, * Hot Dog/Bun, ♦Fish/Bun, peas, fruit juice, garlic bread, salad bar. Friday, Oct. 4 ♦Salad, *Pizza, corn, peaches, cookie. Monday, Oct. 7 ♦Salad, *Hamburger/Bun, ♦Cheeseburger/Bun, peas, pineapple. 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At Eaton Federal our passbook savings account has been the traditional way to save for over 54 years. It’s always been our goal to keep your money safe and earning a fair rate ofreturn. Receive the steady growth of a Passbook Account at Eaton Federal. Once your account balance reaches *50.00, you start earning 5.50% per annum, with an effective annual yield of 5.73%, and there are no fees. Come save where your money is safe and earns a high rate of interest. FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 OFFICE HOURS: LENDER Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past... Lyceum programs, theater entertained here back in 1924 by Susan Hinckley Upcoming fall and winter lyceum programs and a re­ opened motion picture theater were of interest to Nashville residents 67 years ago. The Eaton County Fair (then held in September), a local polio case, an improved highway and a new service station also drew attention. These and other items ap­ peared in The Nashville News issue of Oct. 2, 1924: Tickets for the course soon will be on sale at $1.50 for adults and $1 for school students, at which low price the Scouts should have no trouble in selling enough tickets to tax the capacity of the house... You will get your money’s worth,- good and plenty, and you will be helping the boys finance their organization. They will make a canvass of the village the latter part of this week. Boy Scouts take over annual lyceum program The Boy Scouts of Nashville have taken over the management of the Nashville Entertainment course for the coming winter months and are now busily engaged in making arrangements for the success of the venture. There will be five enter­ tainments on the course, the opening number coming on Saturday night, Oct. 22. The various attractions are Loseffs Russian Orchestral Quartette, in a colorful in­ strumental and vocal pro­ gram; the Collins Novelty Comany in music, impersona­ tions and comedy; the Caveny Company in cartoons, clay, modeling and music; the Boyds and Catherine Gutchall in dramatic sketches, song and artists’ recital; and Henry Clark, famous lecturer and his popular lecture “Play Ball.” Park Theatre now has real manager again It will be good news to the hundreds of patrons of the Park Theatre to know that the house, which has been closed since H. R. Sprague sold it to Ray Phillips of Brighton, soon will open again under a real manager. The Phillips in­ terests were transferred back to Mr. Sprague yesterday afternoon and Mr. Sprague then closed a deal for the sale of the house to A. E. Davis of Detroit. Mr. Davis is no novice at the moving picture game. He and a brother are now running a house at Milford and recent­ ly sold one at Utica. They know the game inside and out. Mr. and Mrs. Davis were here yesterday, and after clos­ ing the deal, made ar­ rangements for a thorough renovation of the place, the application of new paint, and a general brightening up ofthe pretty little show house. Mr. Davis hopes that in next week’s News he can make an announcement of his opening dates and the plays to be presented for the week. He says he will give us the same high class of shows that Mr. Sprague has been giving us and that the place will be run in a manner to meet with the hearty approval of the public. Mr. and Mrs. Davis will move to Nashville as soon as they can find suitable apartments. Infantile paralysis in town Robert, 7-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Howell, is ill with infantile paralysis, perhaps the most dreaded of juvenile diseases. He was taken ill while visiting his grandmother, Mrs. Ben Hicks, at Hastings, and has only just been brought home this week, so it is likely no other Nashville children have been exposed to the disease, which is very infectious. Dr. E. T. Morris says he seems to have a mild form of the disease and it is hoped that he will soon recover. Erecting new oil station Dave Kunz, who recently purchased the Kyser property at the north end of Main Street, is putting up an oil sta- The quiet streets of Nashville were a welcome relief to the 1924 visitor from Toledo, who found a escape here from the "hurry and hustle" of the city. This scene of Nashville's Main Street was taken about three years after that visit. !i?’r,IS|ln 9MdeSJ°K.r ^ro“9h ei9ht were invited to attend a 1924 the King s Heralds at a Nashvill omnitl,linfreormy slheoftp). VThailserpihaoRtoeysnhoolwdss,a Mgraooup ru gparoof eft lolocal Fcuar-l girls about s.x .x years earlier: (front, from left) Valeria Reynolds, Margaret Furmss, Ida Rose Reynolds, Eava Guanrlidinegnetrif, ieMdabPealu Mineead4, (bm ack) Edith Mack Ger- unidentified'Pau,ine 4m tion at the comer of Main and Reed streets. It will be a “drive-in” station and the driveway will be cemented. The Standard Oil company will install the tanks and pumps and will maintain them, but Mr. Kunz will own and conduct the station. He expects to have it ready for business in about two or three weeks. (Note: This station was located on the northeast cor­ ner of the intersection on the present-day Justin Cooley property.) M-79 Highway accepted The east section of M-79, from Nashville to the foot of the Barryville hill, which has been constructed by Hoffman & Crater, was formally ac­ cepted by the state Sept. 24. The detour signs have been taken away and the road is now open to traffic between Nashville and Hastings, although we do not understand that the O’Connor job, from the foot of the Barry viile hill to the county farm, has as yet been accepted by the state. Superintendent Thompson, who has been in charge of construction on the Hoffman & Crater job, has gone to Hillsdale, where the firm is working on on a seven-mile contract. We feel that Hoffman & Crater are entitled to a great deal of commendation for the thoroughly good work they have done on this job and the speed with which they have completed the contract. Local news — Hard frosts the past two or three nights have set the farmers cutting com. Some of the com will suffer, but pro­ bably more than half of it is safe from harm. — A fire in the living rooms occupied by Earl Hoff­ man and family over Ireland’s “Eat Shop” called out the fire department Tuesday after­ noon. It was extinguished before much damage was done. The blaze started from an oil stove. — The fire hydrants are be­ ing painted a bright yellow, a very good color, because it is more readily seen, day or night, than red, and will show up clearly when there is snow on the ground. — The Hastings Township Highway Commission has graded and graveled a portion of the road from the town line near Thomapple Lake to M-79 at Hill’s comers, an im­ provement that has been badly needed for a long time. — Mr. and Mrs. Clare Pennock were fishing at Thor­ napple Lake recently, and Mrs. Pennock, who was fishing with a 10-cent line and a minnow hook baited with a worm, caught a nine-pound pike, which her husband helped her to land. — While attending the Johnstown and Barry Pioneer meeting, Mrs. Anna DeVine met two old schoolmates of over 60 years ago. One is now a resident of California. — The Home Guards and King’s Herald girls are requested to meet with Mrs. Evans at the hat shop Monday right after school. All girls in the fourth to eighth grades are invited. — Dave Kunz and family have moved into the home recently purchased of Mrs. Marcia Kyser on North Main Street, and Mr. Kunz has his new oil station well under construction. — Peter Klunt, popular West Kalamo farmer, has taken unto himself a wife, the bride being Mrs. Laura Kaercher, formerly of Freeport. The happy couple have gone to housekeeping on Mr. Klunt’s fine farm, and Peter is passing the cigars. — George Hayman is home from an extended western trip, and from all he tells us about it we almost wish we had been along with him. — Mrs. Ida K. Barker was in town Monday and finished moving her household goods to Battle Creek, where she has a position for the winter. — The Klan held an open­ air gathering west of town Monday night. A bit chilly, we’d think, for thin attire. (Note: Tire Ku Klux Klan was active in the local area in that era. A year earlier, the News reported a KKK gather-ing at the west end of Nashville’s Washington Street, where an unidentified white-sheeted, masked Klansman addressed a crowd estimated at 1,000. Local members were signed up at a subsequent secret meeting.) — Elder P. J. Kaufman of Wakarusa, Ind., will preach on the streets of Nashville Saturday evening. — .Mrs. George Cheeseman has bought from E. C. Swift the former Hummel home on the south side. — Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kellogg and Mrs. William Coolbaugh attended the Charlotte fair one day last week. — Mrs. Henriette Deller assisted her daughter, Mrs. Goldah Packard, in her restaurant at Charlotte during the fair. Gaylord Andrews returned home Saturday from Traverse City, where he spent the hay fever season. — Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Pennock are in Milwaukee this week, attending the an­ nual National Dairy Show. — Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sunior’s home was the place of a happy gathering of Toledo folks Saturday and Sunday. Those enjoying the Suniors’ hospitality were Mr. and Mrs. Roy Loomis and little daughter Pearl, Mrs. Henry J. Luschen and Mrs. Oscar B. Wisner. Mr. Loomis, a wholesale confec­ tioner in Toledo, finds his trip to Nashville good tonic, as nothing is so good and resting after the hurry and hustle of the city, as a trip to Nashville to visit his folks. He has made the trip four times this sum­ mer, and always is ready when opportunity comes to go again. (North Castleton) James Aspinall is doing carpenter work at Homer Rowlader’s... Harley Town­ send has painted his house, which adds greatly to the appearance of the place...Jack Frost nipped things Sunday night...There is still lots of wheat to be sown...Leo Guy is moving back to his farm, after working for Opal Flaningan the past year. — (East Castleton) A. L. Noyes attended the Eaton County Fair Thursday and Friday...Mr. and Mrs. Roy Demond have moved into the James Cousin’s house on the State Road. — (Kalamo) Saturday evening Bergderfer, the funny man with a face for every race, will give his entertain­ ment at the town hall as an L.A.S. benefit at low admis­ sion charges of 15 and 25 cents. His work is the clean, geniune humor and not the usual stage horse play and will be enjoyed by all who avail themselves of this opportunity to hear him...The cucumber season closed Saturday with 14,714 lbs. received here, for which $294.55 was paid the growers, averaging $49.10 per acre, which is not half bad for a season that was not adapted to cucumbers at all...Vegetation has gotten so accustomed to the cold that it doesn’t mind a little thing like a frost or light freeze any more...Bert Sprague is getting along fine and is quite like himself again, only not so as to be out at work exactly yet. — (Soutwest Maple Grove) The 10-day revival campaign closed Sunday evening with good interest and a victory... The revival party enjoyed the meeting Sunday morning at the county farm...Miss Woodmansee of Barney Mills is teaching the Dunham School and Miss Myrtle Cheeseman is at the helm at the Moore School... Byron Moody is busy buying produce and hauling it to the Food Ci­ ty... William Donovan and the road crew are hauling gravel from the McCartney gravel pit on the road west of the Adam Wolf farm. — (South Maple Grove) While returning from Battle Creek High School Friday afternoon, a combination of fresh gravel and a blow-out overturned Glenn Donovan’s car. Bernice Buxton, Mary Mack and Everett Miller were with him but fortunately no one was injured. — (North Maple Grove) Threshing finished in this community this week; — (Northeast Castleton) Don’t forget the revival meetings at the U.B. church every night, (this week) except Saturday. Thursday evening a young lady from Hastings High School will bring the message... The parent­ teacher’s club, which was to be held Friday evening, Oct. 3, will be postponed until fur­ ther notice on account of the revival meetings at the church. Community Notices ATTENTION LOT OWNERS Vermontville Woodlawn Cemetery will be starting its fall leaf season soon. Please remove all items (artificial flowers, vases, or anything else of value not secured in ums) as we will not be responsible for their safe­ ty. Please remove these by Oct. 10, 1991 they may be put back November 15,1991. Thank you for your help. Vermontville Woodlawn Cemetery Board �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1991 — Page 5 Joppies to celebrate 70th wedding anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Joppie of Vermontville will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary Tuesday, Oct. 8. Irma Ward and Leonard Joppie were married Satur­ day, Oct 8, 1921, at the Nazarene Parsonage in St Xk V sft (JX/I'kNJ. \ S^’sS sssia :>« >« J'SS J* V S (Nn J***ft feu3fe<U eueU w••>tftyh .> tftfetu/%h e'**»i ’hi ft U.X ‘*^S S **• tou?» **wj i»»’i ^ ogi! M«i Jto 5' ""’'S“ ton' ^* ti.iigi j' ftfttkaiiili ftfa iWJraltyil ihr !»irejiiiij lx b^iiithid , -i »Jfctaiiaia ffa nicnitWft’ft «fc tn lit .ta p i ia ft i it ft a i it £ IftHIn -MMftttt |te (WiftiWH! ADlligMlrf a' ^pliallw _ 1y®!fata'I! j. tatlmift ’ftftftto*' L -iw>¥* 1^0^’* W . rts 0 |0 ft f0t 0 ft ft ft ft £,> £,> ,> Obituaries Harry H. Lenz ______ HASTINGS - Harry H. Lenz, 81 of 2665 River Road, Hastings passed away Monday, September 23, 1991 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Lenz was bom Decem­ ber 1, 1909 in Irving Town­ ship, Barry County, the son of John and Elizabeth (Johnson) Lenz. He was raised in the Irving Township area and attended the Jones School. Later went on to attend Michi­ gan State University. He was married to Reatha M. Ferris on October 11,1933. They lived in the Dowling area for several years where he and his brother were partners in the operation of a portable feed grinder for area farmers for 12 years. He moved to his farm on River Road near Hastings in 1943, where he farmed until he retired in 1971. He was a member and past Governor of Hastings Moose Lodge #628, a Moose Legionaire and Moose Degree of Fellowship and also a member of Barry County Farm Bureau for many years. Mr. Lenz is survived by his wife, Reatha; son and wife, Jack and Judy Lenz of Hast­ ings; daughter and husband, Betty and Richard Bryans of Middleville; eight grandchil­ dren; nine great grandchildren; three brothers, William Lenz of Wayland, George Lenz of Atlanta and Carl Lenz of Middleville; two sisters, Clara Malcolm of Hastings and Lucille Jones of Atlanta. He was preceded in death by a brother, Luther; four half sisters and one half brother. Funeral services were held Thursday, September 26 at the Wren Funeral Home, Hastings with Reverend Michael J. Anton officiating. Burial was in Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pennock Hospital Intensive Care Unit. SUNFIELD - Nelson Carl Eastman, 89 of Sunfield, passed away Monday, Septem­ ber 23, 1991 at Tendercare "West in Delta Township. Mr. Eastman was bom on December 4,1901 in Sunfield, the son of Mr. Wilford and Mrs. Rosie Eastman. He was raised in Sunfield, where he farmed mpst of his life. He was married to Lottie Bell Holton in 1929, who survives him. The couple have been married for 62 years. Mr. Eastman was a member of the Sebewa Church of God. He loved music and enjoyed playing the organ and piano very much. Mr. Eastman is survived by five children: May (Fred) Apsey of Lake Odessa, Leona (Merlin) Brooke of Sunfield, Leta (Ray) Thompson of Tustin, Lyle (Doris) Eastman of North Carolina, Jeannette (Fred) DuBois of Grand Ledge; 24 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; brother, Lennis (Helen) East­ man of Sunfield; sister, Bertha King of Cement City; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by five brothers. Funeral services were held Thursday, September 26 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield with the Reverend George Anton of the Sebewa Church of God officiating. Burial was in Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheim­ er’s Association in memory of Mr. Eastman. We’re making lots of plans for the future. «**£ «* XJj'f j'f' ;rs „ cX'V t !>£$ !>£ ’ »v5 V And Trust 100 Funeral Prearrangement is one of those plans that makes a lot of sense. Particularly when our friends told us how easy it is. Musser of Vermontville, and Joanne (Douglas) Steward of St. Louis, Mich. A son, Neil, lost his life July 4, 1953, in the Korean War. The Joppies are proud grandparents of 21, who make their homes not only in Michigan, but in California, Texas, Florida and Maryland. They also enjoy 29 great­ grandchildren and several step-great-grandchildren. For years, the grand­ children and great- Miscellaneous YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. 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Thank You CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank all our relatives, neighbors and friends for their support and kindness during the loss of our loved one Thomas R. Hamilton. Thanks to all who provided food in our home and the ladies at Peace Reformed Church following the service. For all the cards, flowers, plants and visits, we thank you. A special thanks to all who contributed to the T-K. Scholar­ ship fund in Thom’s memory. God bless you all. Dick & Ruth Hamilton Rich & Shelley & Dylan Hamil­ ton Brad & Melisssa & Sean Hamil­ ton grandchildren have received Christmas tree ornaments hand made by their grand­ mother, This process starts each year following New Year’s Day. Mrs. Joppie never sits down without something to keep her hands occupied. Leonard and Irma have liv­ ed all their married life on the same farm on Mt. Hope Highway, south of Sunfield. In 1926, they exchanged houses with his parents, and in later years, two parcels of the farm were sold and they pur­ chased the farmland where they still reside. Leonard was a farmer, a milk hauler and a bus driver for the Vermontville, Maple Valley and Lakewood schools for more than 22 years. Irma has been a 4-H leader, an extension and council member, and was very active in the Bismark community. Their large garden was a great delight to many passers-by, but in later years they have had to scale back to potted plants and hanging baskets of petunias. Their children are planning a small family celebration, but encourage a card shower and give an invitation to stop by and visit them when in the vicinity. Their address is 8428 Mt. Hope Highway, Ver­ montville, Mich., 49096. Morgan - Throwbridge plan wedding Michelle Morgan and Andy Trowbridge, along with their parents, wish to announce their upcoming wedding. They will exchange vows on Nov. 16 at 4 p.m. at Grace Wesleyan Church. 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(L-100) ‘1987 mobile home located on approx. 1 acre ‘Charlotte Schools (CH-113) ‘Call to see! ‘PRICE REDUCED! ‘Now only $28,000 for this 3 bedroom home with garage ‘Land contract terms! ‘Possession at closing! (N-81) *3 bedroom, 2 bath home located on approx. 1 acre ‘Good country location! (CH-112) ‘Super 3 bedroom home with garage located on approx. 10 wooded acres (CH-114) CARD OF THANKS Family of Quma Smith, would like to thank those that shared our sympathy in losing our special loved one. A sincere thanks to all medi­ cal personnel, Maple Valley Chapel, family and friends who provided food and kindness in our time of sorrow. Earl Smith Jerry and Vivian Neimeyer Maggie Aspinall Grandchildren and great-grandchildren CARD OF THANKS We would like to express our sincere thanks to our daughter, Sue, for the surprise announce­ ment of our 50th wedding anniversary. Many thanks to our friends and family for the cards, gifts, the special Brunch and dinner invitations. It was all fun and an occasion we will treasure for a long time to come. Our love Dorothy and Raymond Shaffer Engagements ‘Thornapple Lake - lakefront cottage with sandy beach ‘Completely remodeled, walkout basement, porches (M-39) ‘Large corner lot with a nice smaller home ‘Priced at only $36,000 (N-79) ‘Large 4 bedroom home with lots of extras ‘Approx. 4 acres of land goes with this 3 and fenced back yard bedroom home. Barns, room for horses. ‘Owners ready to sell! (N-80) (CH-105) RANCH STYLE HOME with pole bai sOLD AT AUCTION y 6 acres north of Grand Ledge. — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1991 — Page 6 Candidates selected for homecoming royalty J-Ad Grap;hics News Service Six members of Maple Valley’s Class of ’92 recently were selected by their classmates as candidates to reign over the 1991 Homecoming Oct. 11. The seniors nominated Craig Swanson, Darrel Stine and Aaron Patrick for King, and Janet Boldrey, Kelly Hickey and Dawn Root to vie for Homecoming Queen. The student body will ballot Oct. 11 to select the royal cou­ ple, but announcement of the winners will not be made until halftime cerermonies during the game with Baldwin High School. Maple Valley High School underclassmen also have nam­ ed a Prince and Princess to represent their indiviudal grades. The juniors chose Mike Trowbridge and Julie Huckendub1er ; the sophomores selected Josh Maple Valley seniors selected by their classmates as candidates for 1991 Homecoming King and Queen are (front, from left) Janet Boldrey, Kelly Hickey, Dawn Root, (back) Craig Swanson, Darrel Stine and Aaron Patrick. Goodman and Retha Byrd; and the freshmen, Gabe Prid­ dy and Joy Stine. These six will comprise the royal court during the coronation of the King and Queen. The football game will be preceded by a Homecoming parade, set to step off at 6 p.m. from Nashville’s Putnam Park and wend its way down Main Street to the Fuller Street athletic field. The “Lions’ Storm,” in­ spired by “Desert Storm,” will be the theme of the parade. Class floats will be featured and will be judged later at the football field, where they will be on display during the game. Theme of Homecoming Let your “beauty” go to your “head”. You deserve it! ... at... VILLAGE HAIRPORT PVe know how beautiful you are. 470 E. Main, Vermontville Phone — 726-0257 HOURS: 8:30 to 4:30 Mon.-Sat. some evenings by appt. week activities at the school will be “Things that make you growl.” Each day of the week, a different dress-up theme will be featured. During lunch hours, a Maple Valley Macker, threeon-three basketball tourna­ ment will be conducted in the gym, with eliminations each day. Each grade of Maple Valley underclassmen selected a Prince and Princess to comprise the Homecoming court. Shown here are (from left) freshmen Gabe Prid­ dy and Joy Stine; sophomores Josh Goodman and Retha Byrd, and juniors Mike Trowbridge and Julie Huckendubler. A pep assembly on Friday will feature a spirit competi­ tion and other events, in­ cluding a football relay, jellybean-in-a-pie hunt, pop Homecoming parade marshals, several teen-agers and many others would like to work there. “We get a lot of applica­ tions,” added Judy. “We try to build honesty and integrity in our employees, and they are all good kids.” The DeGroots have four children, three of whom have already graduated: Tom (Class of ’84), Tracy (’88) and Jody (’91). The youngest, Sara, will graduate with the Class of ’92. Jack DeGroot grew up in Olivet, but his wife is a native of the local area. Her parents are Hubert and Marguerite Dennis of Vermontville. Judy was a member of the first class to graduate from the new Maple Valley High School (in 1964) following the con­ solidation of Nashville and Vermontville schools. The DeGroots were living in Delton before returning to Nashville about 15 years ago. They have operated Good Time Pizza since 1985. Now, the restaurant con­ sumes most of their time, says Judy, but they enjoy their work. “We love people, that’s the best part about this business,” she noted. For Sale TABLETS & KAPSEALS 24's B-D DIGITAL THERMOMETER 288 B-D FLEXIBLE DIGITAL X99 THERMOMETER................................ Bb--UD TIrHitEHRMMOOIVMIEI TER ORAL, RECTAL ffcrCT w OR BABY. ..2...1 Q Come to the Fuller Street School Cafeteria before Homecoming Kick-off to enjoy an Benadryl B-D BASAL THERMOMETER. 2-OZ. 319 0 R& C SHAMPOO TREATMENT KIT CAPLETS 12's Imodium A-D Si— COMTREX e I TABLETS, Dr. Michael Callton CAPLETS or LIQUIGELS 24's HOURS: 9 o.m. to6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. adults *5°° children 25c Per Yr. of Age Sponsored by the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Proceeds to go to the Track Fund V, /g Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics IMODIUM A-D 389 Meal includes... spaghetti, br^af?’ Salad’ leverage and dessert. 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Main Street, Nashville • Ph. 852-2070 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1991 — Page 7 Maplewood Elementary custodian retires; has almost perfect attendance for 18 years Phil LaFleur, recently retired custodian at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville, should be an in­ spiration to students. In 18 years of service to the school district, he was absent only once. “He missed only one day in all those years,” said Kim Hansen, interim custodial maintenance supervisor, “and that was on a ‘snow day’ when no one was here (at the school) anyhow.” LaFleur was feted last Mon­ day afternoon at an open house at Maplewood, which was put together by the Maple Valley Support Personnel Association. The event was Phil LaFleur was presented last week with a plaque noting his loyal service to the Maple Valley school district for the past 18 years, during which time he set an amazing attendance record. Making the presenta­ tion is Kim Hansen, interim custodial maintenance supervisor and president of the MV Support Personnel Association. J* lk^ st "Mie fepitfehjjHj itws^ BR “ktiujtlh CENTURY FURNACE High 90 Plus Efficiency «®w HmecofliWW lWlii fill Spa0W B twajn# PA ^ !S'W1ju j ggj • Heating'*^ • Air Conditioning • Sales & Service We also do custom sheet metal work walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 honoring the men and women of Desert Storm entitled “Voices That Care,” featur­ ing trumpet solos by Matt Bowen and Jeff Knoll. The Marching Lions have performed the competiton show during the varsity foot­ ball halftimes. Ionia, Maple Valley Community Band rehearsing again The lonia/Maple Valley Community Band has begun rehearsing again. They are meeting at 7 p.m. in the band room at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Some of the members also travel to Ionia on the second and third Mon­ days to rehearse in the middle school there. New members are always welcome to join. The band will perform Thursday, Oct. 24, in downtown Ionia during “Moonlight Madness.” The performance will be from 6:15 to 7 p.m. For further information on the band, call the Maple Valley Community Education Office at 852-9275. High School before transferr­ ing to Maplewood. He says he has no plans to sit idle now that he is retired. He will continue to do "odd jobs.” Hansen said LaFleur may also be called on to work as a substitute custodian at the schools. VFW Post 8260 Nashville, MI PENNY SUPPER Saturday, October 5 5:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Serving: Roast Pork and Roast Beef Chairpersons: Mary Maus and Alberta Lewis Edward p. Jones & Co.® Providing conservative investments since 1871. Maple Valley Band to play in competitions The Maple Valley High School band will attend two marching competitions in October. The band will compete at the Dansville Invitational Saturday, Oct. 5, and Tues­ day, Oct. 8, at the MSBOA competition in Comstock. The band will open with “I Can See Miles,” featuring a trumpet solo by Matt Bowen. A number featuring the saxaphones, titled “Super Six­ ties,” will be followed by “Play That Funk Music” featuring the color guard. The band will close with a number attended by Maple Valley faculty members and others. The Maplewood staff presented LaFleur with a radio-stereo set as a token of their appreciation. “We can’t tell you how much you are going to be missed,” said teacher Vicki Williams, iin making the presentation. On behalf of the schools, Hansen, who is president of the MVSP Association, presented LaFleur with an engraved plaque noting his 18 years of loyal service. 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Lovett Charlotte 517-543-8040 - can Collect 1969, 1971,1980, 1981, 1985, 1986, 1987 Old Year Books $ 10.00 Each Call Cindy Gatewood at Maple Valley High School ♦Rate expressed as yield to maturity as of 9/27/91. Subject to availability. Market risk is a consideration on investments sold prior to maturity. Edward D. Jones & Co.® Member New York Stock Exchange, Inc. and Securities Investor Protection Corporation. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1991 — Page 8 Area park bench memorializes special friend...Marleen Lathrop by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer When Marleen Lathrop died last July at age 54, her neighbors at Thomapple Lake Estates knew they had lost a very special friend. In her memory, they recent­ ly combined efforts to place a park bench near the mailbox complex in the rural Nashville mobile home park. From the bench, one has a beautiful view of Thornapple Lake. “It was a project of her friends and family,” said Star la Thompson, a neighbor who spearheaded the drive. “Marleen was an inspiration to everyone in the park.” Marleen lived at the park with her parents, former Nashville resident Hubert and Agnes Lathrop. She was stricken with polio 40 years ago, when the family lived in the village. She was a freshman at Nashville High School at the time and, though permanently confined to a wheelchair, she graduated with the Class of 1955, became a self-employed tax preparer, and never lost her cheerful outlook on life. “Her favorite thing to do in warm weather was to sit out­ side,” recalls Thompson. She would go outside as early as 9 a.m. and she wanted to stay outdoors all day. Because of her wheelchair, Marleen was unable to go in­ side the mobile homes of her neighbors, but she was the focal point when she was out­ doors. She loved to have company. “There were always lots of people in our yard,” remembers her mother. The neighbors would bring lawn chairs over to the Lathrops’ place to sit and visit SPECIAL OF THE WEEK... FEED SALE with Marleen. After a year of failing health, Marleen succumbed to post-polio syndrome, which affected her respiratory system. Since Marleen had re­ quested there be no funeral, Thompson felt friends might wish to remember her with a fitting memorial. Thompson recalled the times she took Marleen around the park in her wheelchair, and how they had seen clusters of residents stan­ ding and visiting. Marleen said she was sorry to see they had no place to rest, especially at the mailbox complex. “Many walk quite a ways to get their mail,” says Agnes Lathrop. A pork bench with attractive landscaping and a view of Thornapple Lake is a fitting memorial to Marleen Lathrop, say her family and friends. The bench is con­ veniently located near the mailbox complex at Thornapple Lake Estates, where the family resides. From left are neighbor Starla Thompson, who organized the memorial fund drive, and Marleen's parents, Agnes and Hubert Lathrop. Friends and neighbors con­ tributed money, but most of the funds were raised at a late August yard sale to which many donated goods. Enough was raised to pay for a cement foundation, land­ scaping, and a comfortable park bench made of recycled plastics by an Ionia company.. “Marleen wouldn’t have wanted anything that couldn’t Vermontville resident receives high Masonic honors at ceremony Big Red Dog Food 50# $9.99 Lil Red Cat Food 25# $8.49 Lil Red Cat Food 10# $3.99 Wild Bird Feed (Regular) 25# s3.99 Wild Bird Feed (Premium) 25# $4.59 Sunflower Seed (Black or Grey) 25#...$5.29 Skip Hodges, of 8362 Mt. Hope Highway, Vermont­ ville, became a 33rd-Degree Mason in recent ceremonies held in Indianapolis. Hodges was one of nine Michigan men on whom the honor was conferred by the Supreme Council of Scottish Rite Freemasonry. The Michigan men were among 152 Scottish Rite Masons who were nominated — Prices Good through October 6th — Vermontville Hardware DOUG and JULIE DURKEE 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml Open Mon-Fri 8:30-6; Sat 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 726-1121 EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate be used,” says Thompson. A bronze memorial plaque was installed on the bench last week. • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Groduole Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HMS • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & REALTOR1 1 DO OUR OWN WORK. JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR DOC OVERHOLT SANDY LUNDQUIST DON STEINBRECHER GARRY KNOLL JERI BAKER TIM BURD ...Eves. 726-0223 ’ 948-8693 ..Eves. RICHARD J. EWING OWNER 8S2-1543 852-1784 852-0786 726-1171 GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available ONE OF A KINDI! “PANORAMIC VIEW" - 1979 “CHALET-STYLE” ON 7 ACRES - $44,900!! Cedar siding, 2 redwood decks, cathedral ceiling & fieldstone fireplace, 2 large bedrooms (1 in loft), 2 full baths, 3 pole barns S a storage shed, blacktop drive, fruit trees & pine trees — More land available. (CH-389) Near Maple Valley High School. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, 1987 Redman Manufactured Home. Out­ buildings & fruit trees. Nice "country setting." (CH-377) LAND CONTRACT TERMS - ON 10 ACRES - FIRST TIME OFFERED - NASHVILLE Good 3 bedroom home with living room, dining room, kitchen & screened front porch. 2 car garage & extra pole building —■ llarge "park-like” yard with pond (fish included) & lots of trees (fruit & nut) & berries. Call now.to see! (N-392) • ON 5 ACRES! North of Nashville - 2 story, 3 bedroom home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog barn, 36x48 basement barn. Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) 80 ACRE FARM • $79,900! 3 BEDROOM RANCH ■ $67,500!! Built in 1972. New oak kitchen, nice fenced yard with trees, 2 car garage, plus extra 32x24 garage. 22 miles to Lansing Mall. Maple Valley Schools. On main road, east of Vermontville. (CH-386) NEW LISTING: MOVE IN AT CLOSE MOBILE HOME ON 1 ACRE -14x70 NOW $39,500!! NASHVILLE “ 4 bedrooms, hardwood floors, a "well cared for" on large double lot with a two-story garage. (N-380) FAMILY HOME” - Holly Park" mobile home on 1 acre between Nashville & Battle Creek. Has roof over & 2 additions plus 24x30 garage & 2 utility sheds. (CH-393) NEAR VERMONTVILLE at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 UP(VL-359) 1.S ACRE BUILDING LOTS VACANT LAND 120 ACRES NOW $98,000!! & 20 ACRES • PRICE REDUCED!! EXTRA 40 A (PERKED) $28,000!! PONO & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE Bellevue: 3 bedroom house and farm buildings. LAND CONTRACT TERMS! 15 miles to Battle Creek. 30 miles to Lansing. The "extra" 40 acres perks o.k. for septic. (F-384) Great building sites for walk-out basementt or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) 10 ACRE PARCELS - Three to choose from - blacktop rqpd near Vermontville. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract; lerms(VL-359)Jr Skip Hodges of rural Vermontville was one of nine Michigan men to receive the 33rd Degree of Scottish Rite Masons at the annual session of the Supreme Council recently in Indianapolis. and elected for the honor at a meeting held last year at Milwaukee. The 33rd Degree is award­ ed “for outstanding achieve­ ment in the Fraternity, or for contributions to others reflec­ ting credit on Freemasonry.” More than 2,300 Thirtythird Degree Masons and their wives attended the meeting in Indianapolis. They represented 15 northeastern and midwestem states com­ prising the 412,00-member Northern Jurisdiction. The session at Indiana’s capital ci­ ty was the first time since 1932 that the Northern Jurisdiction has held its yearly gathering there. Executive and general ses­ sions were conducted at the Westin Hotel, which served as headquarters, and at the In­ diana Convention Center and the Circle Theatre, where the ceremony was conducted on the evening of Sept. 24. Names of those selected to receive the 33rd-Degree next Continued on page 9 (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE jj CLIP THIS and SAVE IT! Let Us Do The Dirty Work and You Can Have The Fun of Refinishing. THE FURNITURE STRIPPING BUSINESS 538 Sherman, Nashville J ★ Stripping * Repair * Refinishing ★ Regluing — NEW HOURS — Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri. 9:30-4:30 Saturday 8-12 noon Wednesday by chance Stuart and Elaine Southworth, Owners Phone (517) 852-0943 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1991 — Page 9 Fuller Street fourth-graders study early Indians from our state Students in Clara Arvizu’s fourth grade class at Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville can tell you about the early Indians that inhabitated our state. As part of a semester-long study of Michigan history, the children learned how Indians lived many years ago. They can describe the homes of Native Americans, tell you how they dressed, what they ate, and about their occupations of hunting and fishing. The children recently demonstrated their knowledge on the suject by fashioning dioramas depicting lifestyles of early Michigan Indians. Wigwams were the focal point of the scenes, but the children remembered that those were only summer homes — in winter the Indians moved into “long houses,” which held several families. “The Indians made wigwams by sticking saplings in the ground, bending them over and covering them with bark and woven mats made from cattails,” explained Ar­ vizu. “The mats served as insulation.” The teacher said she was pleased that many of the students had used lots of natural materials in fashioning their dioramas. The individual scenes depicted such things as the drying of fish and animal skins, all part of the authentic Indian life, and featured miniature camp fires, etc. Kevin Mengyn added a traditional piece of Indian equipment to his scene: a tiny canoe complete with oars. The craft was hand-carved from a block of wood by Kevin with the help of his father. Dioramas showing how early Mighigan Indians lived were on display last week in Clara Arvizu’s fourth-grade room at Fuller Street Elementary. The scenes were made by her students as part of their Michigan History studies. Looking over some of the handiwork are classmates (from left) Doug Crutcher, Joe Butcher, Leah Smith and Rachelle Johnson. Eaton County Junior Miss deadline nearing Sunday, Oct. 6, will be the final date for accepting ap­ plications for the Eaton Coun­ ty Junior Miss “Young Woman of the Year” scholar­ ship program. On this date, an orientation session will be held for in­ terested candidates from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Blue Room of Dole Hall on the campus of Olivet College. This orienta- tion session, commonly known as the “Coca Cola Party” (after the pageant's national-sponsor) will be the final day to register for the program, and attendance is re­ quired for candidates. Parents are also invited to attend. Candidates must be senior girls attending high school in Eaton County who plan to fur­ ther their education after Sheriff's Dept, scraps 'Ride Along' policy Kevin Mengyn shows the tiny hand-carved canoe, complete with oars, that added a special touch to his Indian diorama. Local resident receives honors, from 8 September at Chicago were announced at the closing session. Hodges has been a Mason since February 1979, when he joined the Grand Ledge lodge. He has twice served as Master, and is a Past Patron of the Grand Ledge Order of Eastern Star No. 14, and is a Past District Deputy Instructor. In addition he is a member of the Saladin Shrine, and is past president of the Saladin Drill Team, Grand Rapids. The father of two grown sons who live out of state, Hodges is a reproduction machine supervisor with the State of Michigan’s Depart­ ment of Management and Budget. He was accompanied to In­ dianapolis by his wife, Pamela. — 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, September 18, 1991. 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. Twitchell Clerk of the Board off Commissioners 10191-9 Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) 726-0319 — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml The Eaton County Sheriffs Department no longer will of­ fer citizens the opportunity to ride along with a deputy on patrol. “We are following the recommendation of the county’s self insurer,” said Sheriff Art Kelsey. Law enforcement students whose college curriculum re­ quires them to ride along will still be provided an opportuni­ ty to do so. The “ride along” program was started by Kelsey several years ago to afford citizens a first-hand look at their sheriff's department. Since that time, liability suits have become more prevalent in to­ day’s society. “We were advised against having anyone ride in our cruisers unless it benefits the department in specific in­ stances,” said Kelsey. Superintendent’s Corner Special needs increase in our schools g BY Dr. Ozzie D. Parks The following article was prepared by Mrs. Beverley Black, our special education coordinator. It deals with a topic I believe is of current interest, the increase in the number of children with special needs. Special children are continuing to enter our school system. -With the advancement of medical technology, we are not pro­ viding services to students with many special needs. As a result of these advancements, the number of children with handicaps entering our school is increasing the special education population and the depth of services needed. The needs of these children vary according to their medical complications. As each child begins his/her education, we will example the special needs of the child. Some of these needs may include equipment, physical assistance, room adaptations, curriculum and adjustments, etc. This increase is causing the school system to expand, by law, the variety of services that need to be made available. The federal government, the state and the EISD provide some of the funds needed to support these services. It is important for the community and its school system to work together in facing and meeting the challenges of our children today and the future. We will be glad to deal with any questions or concerns com­ munity members may have in future articles. graduation. Due to space limitations, it is necessary to limit participation to the first 20 candidates. Scholarships and prizes will be awarded based on ex­ cellence in scholarship, fitness, creativity and human relations. Half of the judging takes place “behind the scenes” in scholastic achievement and the panel evaluation (personal interview). On-stage presenta­ tions make up the other 50 percent - creative and perfor- ming arts, fitness and presence and composure. The 1991 Eaton County Junior Miss “Young Woman of the Year” program will be held cn Saturday, Nov. 16, in the Mott Auditorium at Olivet College. For further information or to have an application form mailed, call Chairwoman Susan Joostbems at 749-7116, or 749-9243. Application forms are also available in the office of the local high school guidance department. 14th Annual Michigan Antiquarian Book And Paper Show Sunday, October 6 ■ 10am-5pm 100 Dealers- $3.00 Lansing Civic Center 505 W. Allegan Info: (517)332-0112 Michigan's Largest Book and Paper Showll NOTICE OF SCHOOL BOARD POSITION OPENING An opening has developed through the resignation of school board member Beatrice Pino. The appointment is through June 1992. Anyone interested in being considered as a candidate for appointment to this position should send a letter stating your interest in this position including any general informa­ tion regarding why you desire to serve on the board of education. This appointment will be made at a meeting of the Board of Education on October 14,1991. Letters are to be addressed to the Board of Education, Maple Valley Schools. All letters are to be received by 4:00 p.m., October 10, 1991. Give Your Boss The Works... Send FTD* Bosses Week Bouquet Just call or visit us today. Bosses Week is October 14-18. Bosses Mugs..... s7.95 c&c Balloons 2.00 c&c DAILY DELIVERY -. to Nashville t Middleville Areas Free delivery on *15.00 orders & up A name in flowers since 1954 r 945-5029 HOURS: Open Mon.-Fri. ’lil 8 p.m.; Set. 'Ill 5:30 109 West Slate Si. - Hastings �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1991 — Page 10 This Week in SPORTS... / Maple Valley Lion gridders defense stifles St. Philip 21-0 by Todd Tubergen Sports Editor It's pretty hard to win a football game if you can't move the ball downfield. Case in point: Friday's S.M.A.A. showdown between Battle Creek St. Philip and Maple Valley. The Lion defense terrorized the Tigers throughout the contest, enabling Maple Valley to post a convincing 21-0 victory in its league opener. The Lions improved to 4-0 overall on the season. Maple Valley simply stymied St. Philip, which entered the game ranked ninth in the Associated Press Class D rankings. How badly were the Tigers stymied? How about these numbers: three first downs, 16 total net yards on the ground on 24 attempts and a whopping one yard on two completions in the air. Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt was pleased with the play of his team, especially along the line of scrimmage. "Defensively, we played an outstanding game," Mittelstaedt said. "I also thought our offensive line was able to control the line of scrimmage. It was a well- Jeremy Reynolds of Maple Valley is upended by several St. Philip defenders during Friday's 21-0 Lion win. Reynolds gained 80 of Maple Valley's 251 total yards on the ground, and the Lion defense allowed a mere 16 yards by the Tigers. Vermontville picks up first Jr. High football win Vermontville Saturday picked up its first junior high football with a 14-12 verdict over Saranac. In the first quarter, Wayne Moore carried the ball in for the first touchdown. Damon Patrick carried it in for a twopoint conversion points mak­ ing it 8 - 6 in the first half. Moore took the ball in for the second TD .the third FACTORY WORKERS Allo area company has ■ sanding, buffing, and light assembly openings available. 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Jay Hokanson also recovered a Redskins fumble in the last eight seconds of the game on their 30-yard line, where the Ver­ montville defense held the Redskins. Vermontville will be host to Lake Odessa Saturday at Vermontville. Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service LANDFILL 59 yards, Damon Patrick for 57 yards, and Brian Hopkins for 51 yards. Moore led the defense with 11 tackles each, followed by Patrick and Brady Simpson with 8 tackles each. Vermontville will have a bye Oct. 5 and their next game will be home when they host Woodland Oct. 12 in Vermontville. Senior citizens to meet 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS The Nashville fifth and sixth Blue team defeated the White 20-14 Saturday. The white team scored in the first quarter on a 30-yard pass from Trent Harvey to Chris Gonser. Leonard Hooks ran in the two point conversion. Vermontville was defeated by Lake Odessa, Saturday, 6-0. Lake Odessa scored the game’s only touchdown at the end of the first quarter. Ver­ montville’s defenses kept them from scoring the extra point. On offense, Wayne Moore carried the ball for a total of COMMERCIAL - RESIDENTIAL - INDUSTRIAL Clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK UPS ■ MONTHLY RATES 90 Gallon Kart Service Available Continued on next page— Maple Valley High School WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1 • Golf, Away, Belding, 4:00 p.m. • Fresh. Basketball, Away, Byron Center, 4:00 p.m. • Cross Country, Away, Olivet, 5:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2 • Jr. Hi. Basketball, Away, Portland, 6:00 p.m. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3 • • • • Golf, Away, B.C.C.H.S., 9:00 a.m. J.V. Football, Home, Olivet, 7:00 p.m. J.V. & Var. Basketball, Home, Bath, 6:00 p.m. Cross Country, Home, Pennfield, 5:00 p.m. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 • Varsity Football, Away, Olivet, 7:30 p.m. MONDAY, OCTOBER 7 • Jr. Hi. Basketball, Home, Bellevue, 4:30 p.m. • Golf, Home, Saranac/Middleville, 4:00 p.m. • Fresh. Basketball, Away, Charlotte, 6:00 p.m. points and 9 steals and Jody Hickey had 10 rebounds. ..,, Then on Thursday, the young Lions overpowered Hastings, 32-14. The Lions let most of second, third and fourth string units play most of the game. The Lions’ press and quickness again proved to ■ be the down fall of the Hastings team. The Maple Valley eighth grade girls were led again by Nichole Kirwin with 12 points and 6 steals. Tracy Hickey had 6 steals, Jody Hickey 6 The blue team opened the points and 9 rebounds, and second half with a 53-yard Nicole Reid, 6 points. touchdown run by Kyle Hughes, who also ran in the two point conversion to tie the Air compressors, air tools, air game. Andy Olson scored accessories, socket sets, next on a 36-yard reverse to power tools, auto equipment, give the white team a 14-8 body tools, woodworking lead. equipment, tool boxes and In the fourth quarter, cabinets, drill press and ac­ Hughes ran in a three-yard cessories, vises, fans. score and a 20-yard touchdown. Trent Harvey lead the white defense with nine tackles, An­ dy Adams had seven, Cory 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Lamance six. Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2734 the young Lions team, until the fourth quarter. Maple Valley led the whole game but couldn’t put the Broncos away until late. Leading the attack was Nichole Kirwin with 13 points, Tracy Hickey added 6 Nashville 5th and 6th Blue top White gridders 20-14 Vermontville 7th, 8th lost | 945-4493 or 1-800-866-4493 | Serving Hastings * Barry County Communities Since 1950 Maple Valley’s eighth grade girls’ basketball team notched two more wins last week. The Lions defeated Bellevue 22-12 Monday. Bellevue was much bigger and played a zone, which fustrated The Junior Lions continued their onslaught in the second half when Randy Jarrard went in from the 6-yard line and the extra point kick by Keith Carpenter was good. Keith Carpenter again hit pay dirt on a 5-yard run at 9:59 of the fourth quarter and Cliff Weller romped 54 yards for his second touchdown at 3:46 and Keith Carpenter again kicked the extra point. Jackson got on the scoreboard late in the game to make the final score 50-14. The Lions ammassed 490 yards in total offense for their best effort of the season. %\ings Sanitary Service, plays to take the a early lead, the last a 34-yard touchdown on a quick pitch to running back Aaron Patrick. Tackle Darrel Stine threw the key block to spring Patrick, and Brian Carpenter's PAT gave Maple Valley a 7-0 lead midway through the first quarter. Once again, the Lion defense got the ball back, and the offense promptly Eighth grade girl eagers win two more games Maple Valley Jayvee gridders romp over JC Western 50-14 The Maple Valley junior varsity football team upped its record to 3-0 with a convinc­ ing 50-14 win over Jackson County Western last week. The Lions took on 8-0 lead at 9:03 of the first quarter when Cliff Weller went in from 32 yards out and Josh Bowers caught a pass for the two point conversion. The lead was short lived, however. The Panthers scored on their first play from scrim­ mage and converted their ex­ tra points to knot the score at 8-8. It was all Lions from that point on with Gabe Priddy go­ ing over from 5 yards out at 11:54 of the second quarter and converting the PAT with a run to make the score 16-8. At the 7:45 mark of the second quarter, Priddy again hit pay dirt with a 34-yard run, but the extra points were missed to make the score 22-8. With 45 seconds left in the half Chris Miller bulled in from the 3-yard line and the extra points pass to Jon Mitchell was good to run the score to 30-8. played game by both teams, as far as playing without making too many mistakes." The Lion offense was able to move the ball on the ground, grinding out 251 total yards on 58 attempts. It also was able to control the ball and keep the Tigers in less than ideal field position. After Maple valley forced a punt on the initial St. Philip possession, the Lions drove 53 yards on seven Maple Valley residents over 50 are invited to attend a potluck and program, Tues­ day, Oct. 8, at 12:30 p.m. in Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Library. Bring a dish to pass. Everyone is welcome. TOOLS COBB Richard R. 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With less than a minute left on the clock, Trevor Wawiernia scored from the one-yard line on a quarterback keeper. Ben Woodworth carried in the successful two-point conversion. Cook was leading rusher Kk'11 Mw vv J S Sb *jb**SSJ S §& with 86 yards on 11 carries and had one pass reception for 10 yards. Woodworth carried nine times for 53 yards. Greg Shook and Jason Thompson each carried the ball for first down runs. Adam Thompson had a seven-yard punt return. The Vermontville defense was led for the third week by Brandon Harmon, with 11 tackles. K.J. Goodwin had 10, Woodworth - 7, Cook and Travis VanAlstine each had 5 and Greg Shook and Wawiernia, 4 each. Next week Vermontville is at home against Lake Odessa at noon. The previous Saturday, Sept. 14, Vermontville fell to Nashville, 8-2. Nashville scored early in the first quarter with a touchdown and two-point conversion. Later in that same quarter, Nashville fumbled a punt at­ tempt with Vermontville recovering in the end zone for a two-point safety. Leading tackler was Bran­ don Harmon, with 11 tackles. Greg Shook had 10„ Josh Cook 9, Jason Thompson and Ben Woodworth 8 each and Adam Thompson 5. Travis VanAlstine also had a fumble recovery. Josh Cook had 42 yards on the ground and caught a 20-yard pass from quarter­ back Trev Wawiemia to lead the offense. Vermontville 5th, 6th graders improve to 3-1 12’ ^ 5^ 5 K >452* >452 S ** teaiMijjj «■» k«Hk ■sm 'it la jjjdjj ' tatlUla ■1 w taMih i vk E M sn^Mphu BUD! iWi!tb®> rifd>sipi|mli hit inIhit l tasta Tte giit^ltttUipl| m Initial* tfisatoW #®K ntnlSitii*^ iW .WWiJ* TOOLS xasofa^^ riMt#*11 kgs Jennifer Phenix banks in two of her 13 points in Maple Valley's 50-44 loss to Pewamo Westphalia Thursday night. The Lady Lions will be host to Bath Thursday. Lady Vikes split pair of games The Maple Valley girls basketball team split a pair of hard-fought contests last week, nipping Galesburg Augusta 35-32 Monday and losing a tough 50-44 decision to Pewamo Westphalia Thursday. In Tuesday's win, a huge three-pointer by Janet Boldrey proved to be the deciding factor in what was a close game throughout. Boldrey's hoop, with approximately 40 seconds remaining, gave the Lady Lions a 34-32 lead. After a defensive stop, Jennifer Phenix converted a free throw for the final margin. Sara Degroot led Maple Valley with 11 points and seven steals. Boldrey added 10 points, while Phenix led the rebounders with 11. Coach Jerry Reese expressed concern over his squad's poor free throw shooting. The Lions were two of 13 at the line. "They had a golden oppurtunity to win the game at the line," Reese said. "It was a typical Monday game. Alot of the players were gone for the weekend and weren't thinking much basketball." Thursday the lack of free throw shooting was also a deciding factor, as Maple Valley converted just two of eight from the charity stripe. Pewamo Westphalia rallied from a 26-22 halftime deficit, and it was either team's game throughout the second half. But PW was able to tally some clutch hoops late in the game, while a box-and-one defense kept Boldrey from getting any easy shots. She finished with 18 points, with most coming in the first half. "She got only six shots in the second half,” Reese said of his leading scorer. "The (zone) was effective. Hopefully some other people will step up and we can get some more balanced scoring." Phenix chipped in with 13 points. The Lions will be host to Bath on Thursday. The Vermontville 5th and 6th grade football team im­ proved its record to 3-1 Satur­ day with a 38-12 win over Lake Odessa. The Lions racked up 264 yards rushing and 25 yards in the air. Travis VanAlstine had a 60-yard kick return for one T.D. and an 86-yard run for a second. Josh Cook carried in once from the 14-yard line W W aaww e m A da T hoor h Waa wiie w emm e miia aa ann a nd dA Ad amm a mT Tho om rp- and once from the 12 to add 12 more points. Cook had a total of 39 yards rushing. Greg Shook crossed the goal line twice, once for a touchdown, once for a conversion. Scoring the other two point conversions were Ben Wood­ worth, Jason Thompson and Trevor Wawiemia. Trevor son both completed passes for a 25-yard total. An outstanding defense was led for the fourth week by Brandon Harmon with 11 tackles. Wood worth, Shook, Cook and Wawiemia each had eight. Next week all Vermontville teams have a bye. Freshman baseball loses to Charlotte 48-37 The Maple Valley frosh baseball team lost to Charlotte last Monday 48-37. The Lions led Charlotte at the half, but a cold third quarter proved to be the dif­ ference in the game, as Maple Valley was outscored 17-8. Leading scorers for the Lions were Meagan McLaughlin with 14 points, Dana Hasselback with 12, and Jody Mazurek with nine. Sarah Leep led the team in steals and most assists, while Dana Hasselback had a teamhigh 27 rebounds. The Lions will host Pewamo-Westphalia and Ionia at home this week. Nashville 7th, 8th suffers first loss of season The Jr. High Football team lost 14-0 to a much larger Belding team last Saturday. A long pass accounted for a T.D. in the first half and size seemed to be the factor in the second half as Belding bulled their way down the field to score one more time. Belding is now 3-0 and Nashville is 3-1. Speed, determination and excellent teamwork attributed to Nashville’s first three wins agaiiTst the larger teams of Saranac, Vermontville and Woodland. This Saturday the Jr. High team travels to Sunfield for a tough contest starting at ap­ proximately 1:30. Lion golfers improve record to 9-2 The Maple Valley golf team won a pair of matches last week, improving to 9-2 overall on the season. The Lions defeated Union City 176-189. Kyle Booher shot a 40 to lead Maple Valley, followed by Kirk Warner, 45; Chip Reese, 45; and Jeff Knoll, 46. Maple Valley also defeated St. Philip 169-175. Booher carded a 37; Knoll a 39; Reese a 45; and Justin Truhn a 48. The Lion jayvee team defeated St. Philip 203-217. Maple Valley will play Belding tonight and will compete in the Battle Creek Invitational Thursday. Lion jayvee eagers split pair Sunfield shut out Nashville 3rd, 4th graders The JV girls basketball team split a pair of games last week, defeating Galesburg Augusta Monday night and losing to Pewamo Thursday. Tuesday night the Lions us­ ed a 20-14 run in the second half to defeat Galesburg 38-30. Lisa Wood led the Lions with nine points while Joy Stine added eight points. Linette Snyder had six points and nine rebounds. 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Lion jayvee football team ups record to 4-0 The Maple valley Junior Varsity football team earned their fourth straight win Thursday night with a 30-8 victory over St. Philip. The Lions rolled up 203 yards on the ground and 127 yards through the air. Gabe Priddy hit on four of six passes to lead the offense. Help Wanted GREETING CARD DISTRI­ BUTOR seeking a mature self starter with dependable trans­ portation, 1 to 3 days per week. Hastings, Nashville area, $4.50 per hour, $.22 per mile. Must be detailed, neat and iterested in P.R. work. Call Monday thru Friday 8:30-4:30, EARN $50 or more free merchandise! Have a Christmas Around the World in home or catalog parties. Select Christmas decorations, dolls, music boxes, toys and much more. Call Sharon today at 517-852-2078. CRAFTERS WANTED: for November 2 show, $20 a space, VERMONTVILLE ROOF-at the Kellogg School, Ph. ING licensed and insured. Free 517-852-1744, or estimates. 543-1002. 517-852-0940. Scoring touchdown for the Lions were Rich Furlong (2), Randy Jarrard, and Chris Miller. The defense recovered 7 fumbles and was led by Matt Reid’s 10 tackles. The next contest for Maple Valley will be Thursday at home against Olivet. Game time is 7 p.m. 8th grade eagers fall to Olivet Last Monday the Maple Valley eight grade lost to Olivet 16-14. The Lions plyed solid defense but could not put the ball in the hole. The leading scorer for Maple Valley was Nichole Kinwin with nine points. Miscellaneous MOVING NORTH- Must sell 2 year old 14x70 Redman mobile home, 3 bedroom, cathedral ceilings, kitchen bay window, wallpaper throughout, triple insulated. Peaked roof. Thornapple Lake Estates. 517-852-9176. _______ The first Sunfield touchdown came in the first half on recovered fumble in Nashville’s end zone. The score remained at 6-0 until late in the game, when 6 Sunfield defender intercepted a pass and went the distance for the touchdown. Nashville’s defense was led by Doug Crutcher with 11 tackles, Jeff Jones with 8, and Matt Thome, Andy Ewing, Kyle Rose and Mike Hamilton with 3 each. The third and fourth graders next game will be Oct. 5 against Sunfield at Sunfield. The game will start at 10 a.m. Naashville and Sunfield Lions stifle St. Philip, drove 16 plays into the Tiger end zone. Quarterback Greg Garn capped off the drive with a one-yard sneak, and Carpenter again added the conversion. The half ended with a 14-0 Maple Valley lead. A key sequence of plays led to the the Lions' final score in the third quarter. The Tigers' Anthony Hardy returned a short Stine punt all the way back to the Maple Valley 15, where he fumbled on a hit by Patrick. The ball was recoved by Mike Trowbridge, but a penalty forced the Lions to punt again. Stine boomed the ball well over 40 yards on his second try, and Patrick again delivered a fumble-causing blow. Jeremy Reynolds recovered on the St. Philip 27. The Lions eventually turned the ball over on third and fourth graders squared off in a defensive bat­ tle Saturday that ended in a 12-0 win by Sunfield. Neither team could move the ball well, however, Sun­ field took advantage of two key turnovers by Nashville to score. from page 10 downs, but once again the defense kept the Tigers from advancing the ball. They got outstanding field position as a result, and five plays and a key face-mask penalty later, Reynolds rambled over right side for a 3-yard touchdown. Offensively, Maple Valley was led by Patrick, who had 84 yards on 15 carries, and Reynolds, who rushed for 80 yards on 23 attempts. Jason Byington chipped in a season-high 50 yards. But it was the defense which won the game. Tony Eye had nine tackles, Stine had seven, and Chris Harmon added six. Tom Snyder and Shawn Scott chipped in five apiece. The Lions also posted five quarterback sacks for a minus-28 yards. The Lions can clinch at least a share of their secondstraight conference crown with a win at Olivet Friday. The Eagles have been particularly tough at home, outscoring their opponents 62-20 in a pair of wins. St. Philip pinned a 6-0 loss on Olivet earlier in the season. Note: Editor's Several stories were inadvertantly deletedfrom last week's issue of The Maple Valley News. They appear here. We apologize for the error. $85.00 per ton — Sale Ends 10-31-91 Maple valley Concrete (517) 852-1900 South side of Nashville on M-66 �Th* Maple Valley Newt, Nashville. Tuesday, October 1, 1991 — Page 12 Vermontville jfr OPEN Mon.-Fri. 8 to 8; Sat. 8 to 6; Sun. 9 to 3 160 S. Main, Vermontville CAHSIARMINC. 726-0640 Ground Beef from Chuck Ranch or Chuck Steak $179 $198 LB. LB. $A1 68 beef Chuck Roast Due to getting the proper licenses changed over to our name, we are currently unable to accept WIC, Food Stamps, sell Lottery and beer and wine. 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EXPIRES SATURDAY. SATU OCT. 5. Vermontville I CVjjrT rTooOOrrCCooCCrrruruyy CV K —■ ■— ■—I■— ■ � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-10-08.pdf ccdb4d4841346445b762d74cf927edb7 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY UaJ21-S. 21-S. Church St. pl.*8* HASTINGS, M! 49058-1 ™L° U.S. PQSTAGt Gt HASTINGS. M 49058 F*** N*. f 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. 120 - No. 11 — Tuesday, October 8, 1991 Faust regains Vermontville Village Council position by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Sharon Faust was appointed Thursday by the Vermontville Village Council to fill the trustee’s seat she vacated in August. She was sworn in following the meeting. Two other applicants, Ruth Wineman and Lloyd Wolever, had expressed interest in the post after Faust resigned due to a work schedule that prevented her attendance at evening meetings. Now, said Faust, she has been assigned to days and would like to resume her work with the council. Before the council went into executive session to consider the matter, Wineman withdrew her application say- ing that she felt it would be better for the council to ap­ point Faust. “I don’t feel it would im­ prove the continuity at all (to appoint someone new),” said Wineman. After coming out of closed session, the board unanimous­ ly approved Faust’s appoint­ ment to her former seat. Trustee Rod Harmon said Elusive zebra may have died of EEE by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The zebra that eluded Barry County authorities recently while attracting widespread media attention has died. Officials suspect the 14-month-old male animal may have succumbed to Eastern equine encephalitis, but this could not be positively confirmed by press time. The zebra was brought to Michigan last month for tem­ porary boarding while awaiting transport to a Penn­ sylvania exotic animal auc­ tion. After its escape, it led Barry County animal control officers, sheriffs deputies and others on a wild two-day chase before being brought down by a tranquilizing dart gun. Kevin Persons of Lacey had picked up the animal at In­ dianapolis for his friend, Paul Ressler of Montpelier, Vt., but took the zebra to Justin Carriage Works on Assyria Road, south of Nashville, for boarding. It was there that the animal squeezed out of a stall and ranged over several miles of surrounding countrywide before it was captured and confined in a pen at a rural Belleuve residence on Wing Road where Ressler used to live. Herb Andler, owner of Justin Carriage Works, con- firmed Monday that the animal had died, but said he couldn’t give specifics. He said he understood that the zebra “ran around a few days OK, then just laid down and died.”, Persons acknowledged the animal’s death, but refused to give details, saying that too much had already been writ­ ten and said about the zebra. Attempts to reach Ressler in Vermont were unsuccessful, but his friend and former neighbor, Eldonna Love of rural Bellevue, said Ressler had visited her and her hus­ band Jack this past weekend See Zebra dies, page 2 Sharon Faust (left) is sworn into office as a Vermontville village trustee Thursday by Village Clerk Sharon Stewart. Faust is filling a seat she vacated in August due a job schedule which has since changed. the move was “in the best in­ terest of the council” but thanked the other applicants for their willingness to serve. Trustee Nyle Wells en­ couraged the applicants to become candidates for council seats in the next village election. On another matter, council proposed annexing a 2.6-acre parcel of property at 500 E. Main St. The home, located on the triangle at the east edge oftown, has had village water service since the 1950s, said Four children excape local house fire by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A 5-year-year old boy play­ ing with a cigarette lighter in an upstairs bedroom caused a house fire Tuesday in Nashville, but he and three other children safely escaped. The home of Mary Maus at 509 Durkee St. sustained an estimated $5,000 damage to the structure and $2,500 con­ tents loss, reported Nashville Fire Chief Douglas Yarger. “It was mostly heat and smoke damage,” said Yarger. The Nashville Fire Depart­ ment was summoned by a neighbor, Darwin Mead, shortly after 10 a.m. and firefighters remained on the scene for about an hour and a half. Black smoke was billow­ ing from the roofline of the two-story house when they arrived. Flames were confined to the second story room where the cigarette lighter had ignited a bed. The 5-year-old ran downstairs to report the fire to a an 18-year-old boy, Rolf Dark smoke billowed from the roof as Nashville firemen entered the burning house at 509 Durkee St. Tuesday. Quick action on the part of a neighbor helped contain the fire to the second story. Depyper, who was babysitting three younger children while their parents were in Hastings. Mead said there is no phone in the Maus home. Though the bedroom was ablaze, quick action on the part of DePyper had “really held it down,” noted Yarger. After he called the fire depart­ ment, the young man ran across the street, entered the house and closed all interior doors to help retard the flames. “When we arrived, the fire was starved for oxygen,” said Yarger. Mead said he went in the house to make sure that everyone was out, since he knew that several youngsters live there. He said the family of six children and two adults is comprised of Maus, her husband, Michael, their children and one granddaughter. “I’m just thankful that no one got hurt,” said Mead. “It just happened that I took a vacation day today. Otherwise I would have been at work.” Mead gave temporary shelter to the victims, but said the family had returned to their home Tuesday evening and were spending the night on the first floor ofthe burned house. Harmon, and recently was granted sewer hookup, but does not lie within the cor­ porate limits. The council also will con­ sider annexation of an adja­ cent 65 acres lying between Allegan Road and Vermont­ ville Highway, that was once part of the property. This move would help the council better provide for municipal services for future develop­ ment of the land. “We are in agreement that the town can grow,” said Harmon. He explained that annexation would be advan­ tageous “in order to best con­ trol services” extended to the properties. The council’s Legal Com­ mittee was instructed to con­ tact the landowners to initiate the action. In other business Thursday, the council: — Agreed to purchase 75 new Rockwell water meters with remote readers at $67.50 each. - — Set Halloween trick-ortreat hours in the village from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31. — Approved replacement of a catch basin and drain in front of the Larry Trumble property on South Main, with payment to come from the village fund for major streets. — Reviewed procedures for handling barking dog com­ plaints at the request of Trustee Nyle Wells. Village Clerk Sharon Stewart said the dog owner would first be sent a letter from the village, then would receive a verbal warn­ ing from county animal con­ trol officers. The next step would be a fine, and finally, removal of the animal by the county. — Read an anonymous let­ ter stating that “potential legal situations could arise” from the vacant Dennis Woodworth house, which the letterwriter said is “home to many wild cats with new litters each year, and is rat infested.” The complainant also maintained there are structural faults, but Stewart said when she con­ sulted county authorities last year, she learned that the house could not be condemn­ ed because “it was not leaning enough to be declared delapidated.” Village President Sue Villanueva referred the matter to the council’s Ordinance Committee. — Heard a report from Eaton County Commissioner John Fisher on several mat­ ters, including the proposed “Sugar Bush Trail” along the old Penn Central Railroad bed. He offered to help the village do anything he could to defeat the plan. The council has gone on record as opposing the proSee Faust, on page 2 In This Issue... • Local recycler raises more than $200 for charity • Vermontville couple celebrates 70 years • Parent-teacher conferences planned • 4-Hers celebrate National Observance Week �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1991 — Page 2 Eaton County youngsters attend weekend retreat at KBS To prepare Tor Jho- coming challenges o'fthe 21 st century, 27 men and women from Eaton County attended a weekend retreat at the Kellogg Biological Station at Hickory Comers Sept. 21-22. The retreat is part of the Eaton Leadership Project, sponsored by the Eaton Cooperative Extension Ser- vice through a grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Participants gained new perspectives and new skills through a process of identify­ ing each of their own leadership styles and gained knowledge on how that style has an effect on others. After a session on communication and active listening skills, the Faust regains council seat Continued from front page ject, in which the state pro­ poses to create a linear recrea­ tional park on the abandoned rail line from Eaton Rapids to Grand Rapids, then turn it over to local townships for upkeep after completion. Wells said in August he feared the path would become a “crime trail.” Fisher also told the board about an upcoming vacancy on the county E-Tran Board; about a woodchipper recently purchased by the Eaton Coun­ ty Road Commission that may be borrowed for use by muncipalites within the county at no charge; and about forms for property tax extensions that may be used by senior citizens who find it difficult to meet the end ofApril deadline because they spend winters out of state. I want to extend a thank you to all my friends, neighbors and relatives who came to my retirement open house and for the beautiful cards, flowers, gifts and money. A special thanks to Audrey Hartenburg, Mary Fisher, Margaret Cook and my two daughters, Helen Swiger and Gwen Lewis, for the cookies, cake, punch and pictures. Thanks also to Claude VanBlarcum and Mara Beth Graham, Pat O'Dell for the songs, Edith Benedict for the poem she wrote, Rev. & Mrs. Floyd Fisk and Gene Fisher for their remarks and Bill Swiger for the pictures. Thanks to all of you. group had an opportunity to develop skills on how to con­ duct effective meetings,- on parliamentary procedures and how,to improve public speak­ ing presentations. Besides leadership training, the purpose of the Leadership Eaton project is to develop an understanding of the complex challenges that face communi­ ty leaders today. In the next several months, the young leaders will look at community resources, develop awareness of Eaton’s solid waste plan, identify how local units of government can work together to meet shared needs and examine what ser­ vices state government should and can provide to its citizens. This year’s Leadership Eaton participants are Pam Anderson, Beth Beebe, Randy Cook, Lawrence Fields, Mary Barrett, Ivan Bradley, John Ewen, Kay Grenawalt, John Kimble, Leslie Hamrick, Susan Shook, Juli Line, Kriss Musselman, Carol Ranville, Lynn Stanke and Chris Reist of Charlotte; Kim Byerly, Michael McManus and Bill Wortz of Eaton Rapids; Michael Eagen of Olivet; Randall Johnson, Bobbie Lemon, and Thela Clark from Lansing; Gary Cypher and Janna Page of Grand Ledge; Judd Knaup of Bellevue; and Richard Murdock of Potterville. Miscellaneous EARN $50 or more free merchandise! Have a Christmas Around the World in home or catalog parties. Select Christmas decorations, dolls, music boxes, toys and much more. Call Sharon today at 517-852-2078. INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary' Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Church Schedules CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville ST. CYRIL Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Sunday School .......10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 18322651 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship . .9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. Rev. Bob Kersten This 14-month-old zebra, seen trying to elude a captor during its recent twoday romp south of Nashville, died last week from what may be Eastern equine encephalitis, a virus commonly transmitted to horses by the bite of a mosquito. The zebra was to have been sold at a Pennsylvania exotic animal auction this month. (Photo by David Berkimer) Zebra dies, and told them that the animal died. The Loves live near the Wing Road address where the animal was being kept after its capture. In the past, Jack Love has helped Ressler with the exotic animal auctions he has conducted at Lake Odessa. “They think it was Eastern equine encephalitis (that killed the zebra),” said Eldonna Love. “Apparently that’s what the vet told him.” Love said she did not know the name of the veterinarian who handled the case and was unsure if an autopsy had been ordered. She said Ressler returned to Vermont Sunday evening. Andler said he believed an autopsy was to be conducted. No one has implied that the chase or the tranquilizing darts were involved in the cause of the animal’s death. Barry County deputy Sgt. William Johnson, who shot the tranquilizing dart gun that finally brought down the escaped animal, said that he and Pam Ronchetti, Barry County animal control officer, had visited the zebra at the Wing Road address the day after its capture. Ronchetti took pictures of the animal and said, “It look­ ed healthy and fine.” Johnson said the animal was eating during their visit and appeared well. Eastern equine encephalitis is a virus affecting animals in the horse family and is most QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship............... 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. Schoo 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 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... ..11 a.m. R.M. Worship...............7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER continued from front page commonly transmitted by the bite of a mosquito. A few positive cases of EEE recently have been identified in Barry County. Mosquitoes usually get the virus from wild birds who carry but do not contract the disease. The mosquitoes can then pass it on to equines. “The horse is the dead-end host,” according to Dr. Mike Chaddock, director of animal industry division of the state veterinarian’s office, Michigan Department of Agriculture. Humans are not at risk, and neither are domestic pets. EEE is preventable with a vaccination program, but there is no cure for the disease. Outbreaks commonly occur in late summer. Chad- dock advises that those who move animals about should consult their veterinarians about protection. The disease is fast-acting, and animals afflicted with it show neurological symptoms such as head-pressing. Community Notices ATTENTION LOT OWNERS Vermontville Woodlawn Cemetery will be starting its fall leaf season soon. Please remove all items (artificial flowers, vases, or anything else of value not secured in urns) as we will not be responsible for their safe­ ty. Please remove these by Oct. 10, 1991 they may be put back November 15,1991. Thank you for your help. Vermontville Woodlawn Cemetery Board FOR SALE 1969, 1971, 1980,1981, 1985, 1986, 1987 Old Year Books $ 10.00 Each Call Cindy Gatewood at Maple Valley High School 852-9275 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School .......11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (16 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service .......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School .......11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1991 — Page 3 Local recycler earns more than $200 for local charity by Susan Hinckley board to a Middleville StaffWriter recycler. He has donated all Kent Mead, Nashville’s proceeds to charity. one-man recycler, has receiv­ Mead, a victim of cerebral ed more than $200 for his palsy, is a familiar sight in favorite charity, Cerebral Nashville. Day or night he can Palsy Sports, in recognition of be seen pedaling around town his work collecting corrugated with a load of cardboard on cardboard in the village. the back of his three-wheeled Jeanette Joseph of Carl’s Schwinn, doing his bit for the Market last week presented a ecology. $100 check to Mead. She also The project is no small mat­ passed on two $10 cash dona­ ter. Working alone, in the last tions that had been forwarded few years Mead has collected to her by individuals in the almost two tons of cardboard community. Mead last month each month from local received $100 from a local businesses and other locations merchant who requested around town. Previously he anonymity. had relied on volunteers to The total contributions periodically truck the col­ equal about the same amount lected material to Middleville, Mead had been receiving an­ but when the stash at his Mid­ nually from sale of the card- dle Street home became a mat- X X' 'Sf *S 'hi, , *■ RwS Mn • i ’*• Wfe L« 1 “RHWhi* g( 1 ^1*4 WftMm I t®fc VHIIIIHHi n I,IM IM ii Boob IOekI Kent Mead last Wednesday received a $100 check from Jeanette Joseph of Carl's Market, plus two $20 cash donations from indiviuals in the community for his cardboard collection work. These contributions and $100 from an anonymous donor are earmarked for Mead's favorite charity, Cerebral Palsy Sports. 'Cope' group to meet Oct. 10 “Cope,” a support group for bereaved families, will meet Thursday, Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Nashville United Methodist Church, corner of Washington and State streets. The group is beginning a video series on grief recovery. For more information call Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, (517) 852-0840. ter ofconcern to local officials cardboard that was stashed at in August, Carl’s Market his home to Carl’s for pro­ stepped forward to offer a cessing. The sea of cardboard solution. is his back yard is slowly Mead was invited to bring shrinking. all his collected cardboard to “It’s going down slowly, the store for processing in but it’s going down,” said their box baler, which com­ Mead last week. pacts cardboard into 600-lb. Joseph said she hoped bales that are hauled away volunteers in the community free of charge by the Spartan would offer to help Kent move company. Carl’s Market not the balance of the material only agreed to allow Mead use before winter sets in and oftheir equipment but also of­ buries the cardboard under a fered to donate $100 annually layer of snow. to Mead’s favorite charity, Mead now is making challenging others in the com­ countless daily round-trips to munity to help underwrite the move as much ofthe stockpile endeavor. as possible while still collec­ Since then, Mead has been ting additional new cardboard working diligently to move from dumpsters and ’other the estimated five tons of sites around Nashville. We’re ready to lend when you’re ready to buy. Obituaries Eula G. Halse Baldwin Heights Baptist Church in Hudsonville after moving to the area 12 years ago. Sewing was her main hobby. Mrs. Halsey is survived by her two daughters, Ava (Merle) Burdick ofHudsonvil­ le, Alda Lee (Valerie Lee) of California; one daughter-in­ law, Esther Halsey; son and daughter-in-law, Elwood and Marian Halsey of Nashville; 13 grandchildren, 19 great­ grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Jack in 1983. Funeral services were held Thursday, October 3 at the Ainger Road Bible Church in -Maple Valley Athletic BoostersS Olivet, with Reverend David Turley officiating. Burial was in Bosworth Cemetery. ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA S Arrangements were made ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. 5 by the Pray Funeral Home, Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:000 J Charlotte. iiiiniiiiiirtimsiiiiiiiiiat HUDSONVILLE - Eula G. Halsey, 84 of Hudsonville, formerly of Olivet, passed away Monday, September 30, 1991 at her residence in Hudsonville, following a short illness. She was bom May 16,1907, the daughter of Melvin and Sarah (Fleming) Roberts. In 1931 she married Fay Halsey who preceded her in death in 1974. Mrs. Halsey was a member ofthe Ainger Bible Church and a Sunday School Teacher for many years. She also attended At Eaton Federal our home mortgage specialists are familiar with current real estate values in Mid-Michigan and can advise you on different loan programs, qualifications and terms, plus we offer the most competitive rates available. Helping several' generations of area families buy and build homes for 54 years, Eaton Federal is your locally owned and operated Savings Bank. Stop in and talk with one of our loan specialists today. j BINGO | Eaton Federal Bank FDIC INSURED FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past... 'Ike's' train drew hopeful Nashville spectators in '52 by Susan Hinckley gathered at the depot last Bids on rerouting M-66, Wednesday evening, in hopes Nashville High School’s of seeing Dwight Eisenhower Homecoming and a “mild when the general’s special epidemic” of burglaries in­ train passed through town. terested local residents 39 Rumors had circulated to years ago this week. the effect that the special But the main topic of con­ might stop to take on water. versation was the arrival of a As it turned out, the train was train carrying then- drawn by a diesel engine and presidential hopeful Gen. though the train slowed down Dwight D. Eisenhower. Spec­ a bit, it didn’t stop. A far tators gathered at the depot, larger crowd in Hastings was but were sorely disappointed. equally disappointed. Details on these and other For the spectators, probably stories of the day appeared in Republicans for the most part, The Nashville News on Oct. the hour’s wait may have been 9, 1952: worth while. Several are sure they saw “Ike” in a dining Backstreet barometer (by car near the front of the extra Editor Don Hinderliter) long train. A crowd of probably more Nobody seems to have than a hundred people counted the cars, butthere must have been close to 30. Some expected to see General Eisenhower standing on the rear platform, waving, but as the last Pullman clicked by the observation platform was deserted. The Republican can­ didate may not have been aware of the fact that he was passing through Nashville, Mich. In years gone by, other presidential candidates have passed through Nashville dur­ ing their campaign tours and have been able to stop briefly. Many News readers will recall the visits of (William Jennings) Bryan and Teddy Roosevelt. But, as our daughter puts it, “Ike had to stay in the dining car and eat his dinner, or he would be too hungry to make a speech in Grand Rapids.” Construction bids of new routing of M-66 to be open­ ed Oct. 15 The Michigan State Highway Department is advertising for bids for con­ traction of an approximately 4 *6-half mile stretch of new routing of Highway M-66, south of Nashville. The Nashville News has been selected as the advertis­ ing medium for the official notice to contractors. Sealed proposals will be opened at 11 a.m. Oct. 15, in Lansing... Completion date for the entire project is Nov. 30, 1953. Unofficial reports are that the highway department has all rights of way secured ex­ cept for parcels of land from three owners. Procedure in such cases, of course, is con­ demnation action, in which in­ demnity is finally determined by law. Theodore Roosevelt greets Nashvillians from the observation platform on Feb. 11, 1911, the day his train stopped here twice (to and from Grand Rapids). On the return trip, T.R. stepped down on Nashville soil at the behest of a local veteran. His first appearance here was in a September 1900 whistlestop campaign as William McKinley's running mate. In October 1900, McKinley's Democratic opponent, William Jennings Bryan, also made a five-minute whistlestop speech at the Nashville depot. King and queen named for Homecoming The Student Council at the high school has announced that Friday (tomorrow) night promises to be a gala and ex­ citing affair for anyone who wishes to view the Homecom­ ing festivities and Lake Odessa-Nashville football contest. At 7 p.m., a big parade, led by the local band, will start from the high school and march the athletic field. A crowd gathered at Michigan Central RR depot in Nashville in October 1952 i hopes of glimpsing presidential candidate Dwight D. Eisenhower. sm arcrow (seen here) congregated at the station in February 1911 to greet a special train carrying ex-president Teddy Roosevelt and, unlike the Ike-watchers, they not disappointed. The general’s train was a diesel and did not need to make a water stop anticipated by locals. After Bob Vanderheide’s fast­ stepping musicians, will be a host of beautiful, comical and unique floats fashioned by the various classes and clubs of the high school. After this will come the royal entourage of Homecom­ ing Queen Grace Davis and her court of Lois Phillips, Ruth Roberts and Corky Foote, arrayed in regal fashion. For a fine ending, the parade will feature the 55-piece Lake Odessa band, who will be giving their all to emulate their rivals at the head of the parade. The parade will march to the field, encircle it once and stop before the south grands­ tand for the crowning of Queen Grace and King Dave Yarger. Last year’s King and Queen, Ron Coville and Delores Marshall will bestow the honors on the royal pair. The football game is a tossup as far as any attempt at prognosis is concerned. Lake O has lost to a good Caledonia team, while tying Saranac and Dimondale, while Nashville has conquered Richland and lost to Byron Center and Olivet. Anticipating a crowd of around a thousand spectators, the athletic department will provide extra seating arrangements. Following the game, the speech class will sponsor a Homecoming dance for students, guests and alumni in the high school gymnasium. Music will be provided by the “best bands in the land,” refreshments will be available, and the party will feature social and square dan­ cing. Admission will be 10 cents. Ed Hutchinson and ‘Pat’ Cleary to visit Nashville Two outstanding Republican candidates will visit Nashville next Monday.. Owen J. (Pat) Cleary of Ypsilanti, Republican nominee for Michigan Secretary of State, and Edward Hutchinson of Fennville, state senator from this district, and can­ didate for re-election, will be here about 11 a.m. Mr. Hutchinson said there might be one or more Republican can­ didates for Bary County of­ fices who would care to join the party. The visit, says Mr. Hut­ chinson, will be informal, to greet and meet constituents, and no speechmaking is planned. Mr. Cleary is president of Cleary College, is an attorney and a former Army officer. He served from 1947 through 1949 as chairman of the State Liquor Control Commission. Vandals break in at school office A mild epidemic of burglaries around Nashville in the last week was climaxed Tuesday night when the office at the high school and the school concession building at the athletic field both were broken into. Other lawless incidents in the last week have included the theft of gasoline from a school bus and from a truck at the Randall Lumber & Coal company’s yards. One result is that law enforcement officers are redoubling night patrols, value next Wednesday even­ which may put a damper on ing, Oct. 15. some of the usual pre­ Tom Maker has announced Halloween activities as well. that date for his auction sale, At the school, entrance was to commence at 7:30 at the gained to the building through Maker parking lot, just south an unlocked window and then ofthe store entrance. Kenneth the burglars pried out a win­ Mead of Hastings will be the dow into the outer office, auctioneer. where they obtained 25 or 30 Great quantities of food cents in change. They then at­ items and other merchandise tempted to pry open the door will be auctioned off, and real into the inner office, ruining money will not be acceptable. the lock, but failing to gain All purchases must be paid for entrace. in the paper auction money. Deputy Sheriff Frank Caley Bidding is likely to be investigated the case Wednes­ spirited. In case of rain, Tom day morning. has announced that the auction will be held two nights later, Red Cross, United Fund on Friday, at the same hour. campaigns launched in Barry County School News Bits Throughout Barry County, — A fire drill the other day the annual once-a-year cam­ found that the folks in the paign for raising money for all locker room could not hear health and welfare agencies is the bells — good thing for that under way this week. particular drill or we would And, for the first time, the have had some embarrassed Red Cross drive is being con- lads. Steps are being taken to ducted concurrently with the remedy the situation. United Fund campaign, thus — Did you know that last putting the entire year’s fund year the teachers cooperated raising activities into one throughout the elementary money-saving, effort-saving school and wrote a lengthy project. booklet on the elementary cur­ For Barry County the goal riculum? Well, it is availabe is high. The Red Cross needs on request of the committee $11,500. This, added to the members: Marjorie Slout, United Health & Welfare Bemeth McKercher and Car­ quota, to take care of the rie Caley. A post card request needs of 29 different will bring a copy. charitable agencies, brings the — Does the school carry total figure to $25,260. insurance on the children on Hastings has accepted well the playground? Answer: No. over half of this county quota. We are constantly reminded In Nashville, Joe Otto is by the Department of Public serving as chairman of the Instruction that under campaign, with Mrs. Richard Michigan law we are not perBogart and Mrs. Clarence mitted to so expend public Shaw as co-chairmen. They, money for such insurance. with 37 other workers, are — Kindergarten parents are canvassing the village, and it informed that report cards will is hoped the drive can be com­ come out in the middle of the pleted next week. semester instead of each six In Nashville, as in other weeks like the rest of the years, the local Youth Council school. needs will be included in the — Our football boys are figure to be raised. This fund, going to Michigan State Colto finance scouting and other lege to see the football game youth activities, is expected to on Saturday, Oct. 11, against be set at about the same figure Texas A. & M. College. They as last year, when $600 was will go by school bus. Future raised... Farmers are also going to, see a later game. They will go by Lions selling brooms house- private cars, but each student to-house going must have a letter from The Nashville Lions met his parent giving permis­ Tuesday evening at the com­ sion ... Private transportaion munity house, enjoyed a din- was under pressure and is not ner served by the ladies of the approved by the school. Draw Methodist Church, and then your own conclusions. instead of settling back to en— The school board met joy the usual program of Monday evening for its entertainment, head Lion regular meeting, which is President Richard Bogart always first Monday of the ordered everyone out to ped­ month. They paid bills, dle brooms. authorized purchase of new The project was designed to bus, decided to sell Quailtrap raise money for the club’s School to highest sealed bid at sight conservation and blind next meeting, talked over fund, which finances glasses general school policies, etc. for children who might other­ — The government class is wise not have them and white scheduled to visit court in canes for the blind. Hastings for a trial Tuesday. The brooms are excellent Education value? How many quality of best grade straw, of you have heard a trial? five-stitch, with good straight painted handles, and sell for $2 each. If a Lion hasn’t CPR Classes offered already knocked at your door, There will be a free C.P.R. one will. Ifyou can use a new broom, your purchase will class offered at Hayes Green assure you a good buy, as well Beach Memorial Hospital in as the knowledge that you Charlotte. The adult CPR class in have helped a good cause. scheduled for Nov. 23 in the Maker’s auction money classroom from 9 a.m. to 1 good next Wednesday p.m. Thousand's of dollars worth Participants must prepre­ of Maker’s Auction Money, register for the class by callhanded out at Maker’s IGA ing the EMS secretary at store in the last five weeks, 543-1050, extension 362, bet­ will be worth its full face ween 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1991 — Page 5 Vermontville couple celebrating seven decades together, today s W\ sJSS »w &"* •i by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Love, respect and togetherness are keys to a suc­ cessful 70-year marriage celebrated today (Oct. 8) by Leonard and Irma Joppie of rural Vermontville. The couple, which has lived for 65 years on a Mt. Hope Highway farm that has been in his family since 1910, credit hard work for part of their wedded bliss. “We worked together, and shared everything,” said Ir­ ma. “And we have lots of love and respect for each other.” Irma and Leonard both grew up in the Vermontville area. She was the daughter of William and Julia (Ackley) Ward, attended Brown Rural School and graduated in 1919 from Vermontville High School. After attending Eaton County Normal, she was *w w•NJ NJ w <<■ WiM Qs Q %s I toiS,1*-2’'^** 1*2^ tok o Etaa 4’'** * uu **k k *ttio ^‘ ti d??s» *rt*Sk ?UUZ1sZ»1"S* nfe i i uJSS. •toc IS''*. ®a* T4T4^- -ItaSsiliu --M neiitflgt bi*ktaairtfc tarai i)i( iifc <xtotoi it imp ■k«ttspdpifr b. ■jiriisntt. ,t -fiHfflfflJESK Ii intapmiii » aitoknM multiid si at cbitksdto ■ to it -bWsitnji*1 to snittaMi £ tallkW!® ej siito.M^' Leonard Joppie has always worked so hard, "he doesn't know how to stop," says his wife Irma. Last week he was raking walnuts from under trees at the Mt. 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That’s why we’ve prearranged our funerals with Trust 100. My father had a Trust 100 Prearrangement. It made things so easy for us. Trust 100 funeral prear­ rangement makes a lot of sense. And it’s so simple and easy. I’m glad I finally prearranged for my family’s sake. ' *ife ife Family Serving Families Since 1923 ' w* I . /fL '& Pray funeral Jioatc, Jac. imstw Funeral Prearrangement Centers 401CHARLOTTE, mi (517) 543-2950 employed as a school teacher for the 1920-21 year at the old Chance School on Vermont­ ville Highway. That is the same school Leonard attended as a boy. He later went to Magden School in Sunfield Township after his parents, William and Josie (Vanderjagt) Joppie, moved to that area. Before his marriage to Irma on Oct. 8, 1921, Leonard worked as a milk hauler and he continued the occupation for many years later, besides operating the family farm. Leonard was in the milk­ hauling business with his father. Initially they hauled from the Vermontville area to Lake Odessa. In the early days, “We hauled with mules and a wagon remembers Leonard. The elder Joppie died in 1937 and the following year his son sold the milk route. In 1942 he took up school bus driving as an addition to his farmwork. Leonard began driving a bus for the Vermontville school district in .1942 and continued until 1964, a year after the consolidation with Nashville. He retired because of a mandatory 65-year age limit set by the district, but for three years after that, he drove as a substitute for the Lakewood schools. Now 92, Leonard still en­ joys puttering around the yard. As he raked up walnuts last week, his wife, 89, com­ mented: “He’s always work­ ed so hard he doesn’t know how to stop.” The Joppies are parents of six children. A son, Neil, died on the Fourth ofJuly, 1953, in the Korean War. The others are daughters Leona McNally of Marshall; Louise Viele and Barbara Musser, both of Ver­ montville; Joanne Steward of St. Louis, Mich.; and a son, Leonard, of Nashville. The couple has 21 grand­ children, 29 great­ grandchildren and several step-great-grandchildren. A grandson, Larry Neil Musser, died in 1986 when a private plane he was piloting crashed. Among the Joppies’ great­ grandchildren are six who were born the same year. Now all 9-year-olds, they gathered this summer at the farm during a family reunion, coming from points as distant as Texas. The nine cousins got along beatifully. “There was no quarreling, dissension or crying,” said Ir­ ma. “It was such a nice day, they didn’t want to go home.” The grandchildren live across the USA, “scattered from one coast to another,” as Irma puts it, and are engaged in various professions. Among the 21 are a doctor, two nurses, a para-legal, a teacher, a school counselor, and one who is studying veterinary medicine. One of the grandsons and his family lives next door to the Joppies, so they have lots of company. They also ap­ preciate other folks who live in the neighborhood and keep an eye on the elderly couple. “We have such good neighbors,” commented Irma. The Joppies lived through the Great Depression in the 1930s, but say they never went hungry or without the necessities of life in those days of self-sufficiency and self-reliance. Irma says she As her husband of 70 years looks on, Irma Joppie examines some of the Christmas tree decorations she has made for her great-grandchildren this year. The project has been a family tradition for nearly 20 years for the former schoolteacher, 4-H leader and mother of six. finds it difficult to relate to the economic problems of society today. “Times back then were a lot worse than they are now,” she observed. Leonard attributes their happiness to “good country life.” Irma says, “We’re just ordinary people.” Their lengthy marriage, however, is extraordinary, and a few years ago the family was written up in the Lansing State Jounral for the total number of married years ac­ cumulated not only by the elder Joppies, but also by their children. The family .tally ran well over 200 years at that time, remembers daughter Leona. Have Irma and Leonard ever argued in their 70 years of marriage? “We haven’t quarrelled very many times,” said Irma. “If we did, it didn’t last long.” Her husband agreed. No disagreement, he said, had ever lasted longer than “overnight.” ■ (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH I’JMFI ST&CCT MCmOHT'JIUC. MICHIGUtt 49096 hashmiuc (517)852-1717 3 bedroom home located on approx. 10 acres ‘Just south of Charlotte (CH-108) ‘Approx. 40 acres of land with remodeled 3 bedroom home and buildings (CH-111) *3 bedroom, 2 bath home located on approx, one acre ‘Nice country location! 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MONDAY, OCT. 28.... .Two bedroom home located on an acre tree-covered lot near Vermontville. MONDAY, NOV. 25..... ............................ Approx. 260 acre farm with two homes located near Eagle. CALL FOR FLYERS ON THESE PROPERTIES! — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1991 — Page 6 Maple Valley nursery school tots learn about 'fire prevention* Students of Marilyn Swiatek at Maple Valley Co-operative Nursery School, heard about the dangers of playing with lighters and matches from local fireman Chip Smith. J-Ad Graphics News Service Students who attend Maple Valley Co-operative Nursery School in Nashville toured the Nashville fire station Thurs­ day to learn about fire safety. The program was con­ ducted by Chip Smith, a local fireman who serves as fire prevention officer for the department. Accompanying the 15 children were their teacher, Marilyn Swiatek, and two mothers. Thursday’s presentation was in recognition ofNational Fire Prevention week. Next Thursday, Smith will present an all-day program at Nashville’s Fuller Street Elementary school for students there. The nursery school tots heard Smith warn about the dangers of playing with cigarette lighters and matches. He told them of a house fire that had occured in Nashville two days earlier, caused by a child playing with a lighter. Smith showed the children the various facilities, vehicles and equipment at the fire sta­ tion, and quickly donned firefighting gear to demonstrate how . rapidly volunteers can respond to a fire alarm. After attaching his Scott air advice: Dont be afraid of a fireman in full gear if you see him coming into your house; he is coming to help you.’’ After the tour, Smith presented the children with packs of of kid-pleasing items including niters, badges and coloring books, all with a fire safety theme. The items had been purchased with contribu­ tions from several local businesses and organizations, including Hecker Insurance Agency, Eaton Federal Sav­ ings Bank and Nashville Bap­ tist Church. Also included were materials furnished by Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources and the of­ fice of State Senator Jack Welborn. J-Ad Graphics Inc. of Hastings provided the plastic bags to hold the items. Gift packs will be distributed to Fuller Street School students next week. “The local fire board also budgets money for fire prevention programs,’-’ said Smith, who volunteers his time to conduct the sessions. Before the nursery school tots left the fire station, Smith invited them to climb aboard the antique fire engine the local department uses in parade appearances. The youngsters learned the uses of many pieces of equipment on the big fire trucks. Later, they watched in wonder as the truck's red emergency lights were flashed but declined to hear its siren. Latest Lakeview Cemetery gifts announced Before you fix up. paint up or tear up, nail down a Home Improvement Loan from Hastings City Bank. We offer home improvement loans at competitive rates with a variety of terms to fit your budget Stop by or call any of our convenient offices today. fastings Olftu Wsmk Safe and sound since 1886 EQUAL HOUSING Hastings 945-2401 Middleville Bellevue 795-3338 763-9418 • MEMBER ashville 52-0790 FDIC Caledonia 91-0010 ayland 92-6201 Additional contributions in memory of Farrell Babcock were received last week by Nashville’s Lakeview Cemetery. Memorial donations made be may to a fund launched in August to help the financially strapped cemetery continue to be an attractive asset to the community. The latest donations came from Melinda and Betty Appelman, and from Martha Stacey. Contributions to Lakeview Cemetery may be sent to Larry Decker, secretary­ treasurer of the cemetery board, at 636 East St., Nashville, 49073, or checks or money orders made payable to the cemetery may be left at Village Hall, 206 N. Main St. The funds will be us­ ed toward upkeep and beautification of the cemetery. Unless anonymity is requested, names of donors to the fund and those named in gifts will be listed periodically in the Maple Valley News. Acknowledgement of memorial donations will be sent to the family designated by the donor, if name and ad­ dress are supplied. FALL SPECIALS Shampoo and Cut............ Perms........ Color .......... Acrylic Nails Cut.............. ........ s 6.00 .............. ......................... s6.00 s25.00, $30.00, s35.00 j ................................... s 16.00 a .................................... s25.00 Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. 852*9481 du^.p.1 supper rd., oct. it Maple valley Football Fans! Come to the Fuller Street School Cafeteria before Homecoming Kick-off to enjoy an ALL YOU CAN EAT SERVING TIMES Meal includes... spaghetti, bread, salad, beverage and dessert. ADULTS *5°° CHILDREN 2Se Per vr. of Age Sponsored by the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters ___ Proceeds to go to the Track Fund �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. October 8, 1991 — Page 7 VanGessel - Pixley exchange vows Tammy VanGessel and Scott Pixley were united in marriage June 22 at the Southside Church of Christ in Grand Rapids. Maid of honor was Tammie Pummel of Grand Rapids, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Pam VanGessel of Walker, sister Engagements Furlong - Allwardt Aiken - Hoffman Rich Furlong of Lake John Aiken of Vermontville Odessa and Sue Furlong of and Susan Aiken of Nashville Nashville and Guy and Nellie are pleased to announce the Allwardt of Nashville are engagement of their daughter, pleased to announce the Robin Kay Aiken, to Craig engagement of their children, Duane Hoffman, son of Ber­ nard and Connie Hoffman of Cindy <nd Tim. A Nov. 23, 1991 wedding is Nashville. being planned. A spring wedding is being planned. Brown - Hoffman Mr. and Mrs. Ken Russell of Hastings are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Allison Kristine Brown, to Larry W. Hoffman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hoffman of Nashville. The bride-to-be is a 1988 graduate of Hastings High School and is currently employed at Lacks Ind. The groom-elect is a 1984 graduate and is currently employed at Lescoa Inc. The wedding will be Nov. Methodist 9, at the First United Hastings. School long-range planning committee to meet Oct. 15 Church of Toni’s Style Shop Something New is Happening We are here to make you look your best. WE USE REDKEN PRODUCTS 'jSr x— A Toni Belinda Darlene '<S‘ \ Mon--Sat. Tues.-Sat. Appt. Only Wfe . ~ / Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. IWC : •’^7/ ofthe bride, and Dawn Hall of Nashville, sister ofthe groom. Best man was Kenneth Bishop of Nashville, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Troy Thompson of Vermont­ ville, friend ofthe groom, and Ted Hall, brother-in-law of the groom. Ring bearer was Tommy VanGessel, nephew of the bride. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard VanGessel of Sparta and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Don Pixley ofNashville. After the reception following the ceremony and a short honeymoon, the newlyweds are residing in Lake Odessa. Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon After 4:00 p.m. by Appointment Only WALK-INS WELCOME 852-9192 The Central Planning Com­ mittee for the long-range plan­ ning project and the Maple Valley Schools Board of Education will have a public information meeting on Tues­ day, Oct. 15, in the Jr. - Sr. high school auditorium, beginning at 7 p.m. Plans for the meeting in­ clude a report on the results of a public survev being con­ ducted and a review ofrecom­ mendations and board actions that have been completed or are needed. Everyone who has been in­ volved in the long-range plan­ ning project and other members of the public are in­ vited and encouraged to attend. 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Saturday’s activities includ­ ed a parade of scouts, a ferry ride to Mackinac Island, a two-hour bicycle tour of the island, a visit to Fort Holmes, Fort Mackinac, Skull Cave, Arch Rock, Sugar Loaf, pioneering activities, games, orienteering, and visiting the shops on the island. Lunch was served at the scout barracks behind Fort Mackinac. The closing campfire Satur­ day evening featured an elaborate demonstration by the Orders ofthe Arrow dance team and fireworks. “Scouting: A Bridge to the Future” was this year’s rendezvous theme. Each scout received a patch for participation. Local scouts taking part were Chris Baker, Josh Cer­ ny, Jason Harmon, Sam Javor, Matt Knoll, Matt Mace, Dan Potter, Scott Rooks, Willy Rooks, Andy Swarz, and David Taylor. Adult leaders were Mike Javor, Tom Taylor, and Dale Ossenheimer. Local scouts who took part in the rendezvous were (sitting in front, from left) Matt Knoll, Chris Baker, (kneeling) Willy Rooks, Sam Javor, David Taylor and Dan Potter; (standing) Jason Harmon, Josh Cerny, Andy Swartz, Matt Mace and Scott Rooks. Give Your Boss The Works... Send FTD* Bosses Week Bouquet Just call or visit us today. Bosses Week is October 14-18. Bosses Mugs Balloons......... 7.95 c&c 2.00 c&c DAILY DELIVERY ••• Io Nashville A Middleville Areas Free delivery on *15.00 orders 4 up A name in flowtn since Ml HOURS: Open Mon. Frl. ’ill 8 p.m.; Sat. 'Ill 5:30 109 West Stale Si. — I Listings �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1991 — Page 8 'Clancy, the Valley dog,' puts on halftime shows at football games by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter It started as a spin-off of “Zeke, the Wonder dog,” who a few years ago entertain­ ed halftime spectators at Michigan State University’s Spartan stadium. Now “Clancy, the Valley dog” is delighting local fans with a similar act during halftime at Maple Valley High School football games. The 3-year-old Golden Retriever is owned by Leon and Cherie Everett of rural Vermontville. The couple serve as statisticians at Maple Valley games. Their dog is put through the paces by the Everett’s older son, Scott, a 1984 MVHS graduate who now is a regional representative for Michigan Farm Bureaus and lives at Northville. The Everetts’ younger son, Mike, who graduated from Maple Valley in 1989, now attends Olivet College. “Clancy didn’t need any special training,” said Leon. “And every game he TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 "Clancy, the Valley dog," practices Frisbee catches seven days a week at his rural Vermontville home. The 3-year-old Golden Retriever has delighted Maple Valley fans, as well as visiting spectators, during football half-times at the Fuller Street field. Waiting for the fun to start, Clancy sits rather impa­ tiently near a bagful of Frisbees. He wears a blue-andwhite vest, bearing the Maple Valley emblem, made for him by Cherie Everett. improves.” The act started last year with the permission of thenAthletic Director Bill Rivest. Leon said Rivest agreed that it would be a good idea to let Clancy perform between the time Maple Valley High School band finished its. halftime show and the game resumed. “We didn’t want to infringe on the band,” said Leon. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Wearing his blue-and-white vest with its “MV” emblem, made especially for him by Mrs. Everett, Clancy is cheered by local fans and spectators on the visitors’ side ofthe field as he leaps into the air to catch the flying Frisbees. Scott returns from Northville Friday evening to take part in the halftime show on the home grounds. Leon said there is a possiblity Clan- M EMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HMS WA RRANTY • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR........ Eves. 726-0223 DOC OVERHOLT................ .................. 948-8693 DON STEINBRECHER........ ................. 852-1784 GARRY KNOLL................... ........ Eves. 852-0786 JERI BAKER......................... ................. 726-1171 TIM BURD ................. 852-2012 “Salesperson of the Month" for September Congratulations DONI! ON 7 ACRES • $44,9001! LAND CONTRACT TERMS - Near Maple Valley High School. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, 1987 Redman Manufactured Home. Out­ buildings & fruit trees. Nice "country setting." 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The pup became an eager Frisbee player from the first time someone in the family casually tossed one of the discs found in the garage. Now that he is in the public eye, Clancy gets lots of atten­ tion whenever he goes to town with his family. Leon says the dog is aware of the game crowd and ap­ parently looks forward to performing. “When we drive in the (athletic) field he starts trembling; he really seems to ‘get up’ for the game.” Is “Clancy, the Valley dog” headed for even greater fame? Perhaps. Speaking through his owner, Clancy responded: “Sometime in the future my goal is to catch Frisbees in Spartan stadium.” For the present, however, his next big local appearance will be at Maple Valley’s homecoming game Friday, Oct. 11. Eaton County youth, volunteers celebrate National 4-H Week Eaton County 4-H youth and volunteers will celebrate National 4-H Week Oct. 6-12. “You Can Touch the Future in 4-H” is the Michigan theme for the obser­ vance. The theme celebrates Michigan 4-H’s rich history of preparing kids for the future by helping them become productive and in­ volved citizens. “With the challenges of keeping up with a rapidly changing technological world, it’s important that we continue to be forward thinking by helping our kids develop skills that will help them cope,” said Michael J. Tate, assistant director of Extension for 4-H Youth Programs. . “Kids really can touch the future in 4-H through a host of activities that helps them ex­ plore the why and how of several traditional and modem skills,” Tate said. March and the name became National 4-H Club Week. In 1962, it was moved to the first weekin October and in the mid-1960s, the word club was dropped to become National 4H- Week, as it is celebrated today. For more information about 4-H in Eaton County, contact the Cooperative Extension of­ fice at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. Although 4-H has been in existence for more than 77 years, the National 4-H Week celebration is only 49 years old. The first celebration was held April 5-11, 1942, as Na­ tional 4-H Mobilization Week, to gamer national recognition and support ofthe many programs and benefits provided by county 4-H pro­ grams in all 50 U.S. states and in provinces. In 1945, the celebration was changed to the first week in Nashville Scouts to take part in Homecoming parade Oct. 11 All Nashville Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts and Nashville Girl Scouts are to ride on floats in the Maple Valley Homecom­ ing parade Oct. 11. All Scouts are to meet at Putnam Park at 6:15 for the lineup. Boys are to wear their Scout shirts. Boys and girls are to bring their own candy to throw to the crowd from the float. The parade ends at the Fuller Street athletic field, where parents are to pick up their youngsters. EWING WELL DRILLING , INC. 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Clark comes to Ver­ montville from Shopiere Con­ gregational Church near Beloit, Wise., where he had been an interim pastor. The Vermontville post will be the first official charge for the graduate of McCormick Theological Seminary at Chicago. “This will be a very good experience for me,’’ said Clark. “It is my first real pastorate.” The village of Vermont­ ville, he said, reminds him a lot of his hometown of Shopiere, a farming com­ munity of about equal size. “It seems like Main Street there was transplanted here,” noted Clark. “And the Ver­ montville church is almost an architectural twin of the church there.” Clark said he has found Vermontville people “very helpful and willing to do things,” and added that he ap­ preciates this. Clark is single, and is living in the First Congregational parsonage on South Main Street. He takes over from the Rev. Paul Menger, who had served as interim pastor to replace the Rev. Salley Nolen. Rev. Tod Clark Local youths receive awards at Michigan 4-H Horse show at MSU Several Eaton County 4-H’ers received awards at the Michigan 4-H Horse Show held in August at Michigan State University. Erin Jerick, of Charlotte, was awarded a gold medal for Working Hunter for age 15. Jill Hetherington, of DeWitt, earned a gold placing for Working Hunter for age 16 year old riders. She also won a bronze medal for Hunter Seat Equitation. Jami Rugg, of Bellevue, received a gold award in the Pony Trail Class, a silver CENTURY FURNACE High 90 Plus Efficiency medal in the English Fitting and Showing, a seventh place in Stock Seat, and fifth place in Western Pleasure. Shannon Derose, of Holt, won a silver medal in her Fit­ ting and Showing Class, a forth place in Stock Seat and sixth place in Western Pleasure. A silver award went to Angel Colizzi, of Charlotte, for Fitting and Showing and a fifth place in Western Pleasure, and a seventh in Stock Seat Equitation. Chad Archer, of Bellevue, earned a bronze medal for the Cloverleaf barrel race. From Vermontville, Kim Thompson won a bronze award in both her age divi­ sions of Western Pleasure and Fitting and Showmanship. She also received a fifth place in Stock Seat Equitation. Donald Kirby, of Charlotte, won a bronze award for Western Pleasure, forth place in Stock Seat, and sixth place in Fitting and Showing in his age category. Sarah Cribley, of Dimon­ dale, won fifth place in Work­ ing Hunter while Cheryl Conkey, of Vermontville, earned a sixth place in Fitting and Showing. Scott Williams, of Bellevue, won a fourth place in Trail Class and a sixth place in Bareback Equitation. Also partiepiating in the State show were Brian Eve land of Bellevue, Lena Bailey of Charlotte and Patrick Kirby of Charlotte. Andy Archer, of Charlotte, Deanna Cuppies of Haslett, Laurie Gay of Olivet, and Erin Gutierrez of Charlotte served as alternates for the horse show. The purpose of this annual event is to give 4-H horse pro­ ject members an opportunity to evaluate their horsemanship skills by competing against other youths from across the state with similar interests. Retired School Personnel meeting set • Heating • Air Conditioning • Sales & Service We also do custom sheet metal work walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 The Barry County Associa­ tion of Retired School Person­ nel will meet Oct. 23, at the Woodgrove Parish on Coats Grove Road, Hastings. The Friendship Hour will start at 11 o’clock, dinner will be served at noon, costing $5. Dr. Joseph Hooper, the MARSP insurance chairman, will be the speaker. Bring in­ surance questions, which can benefit the whole group. MAPLE VALLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION ENRICHMENT CLASSES MONDAY Exercise 6:00-7:00 PM $20.00 10/14/91 10 Fuller St. Gurd $ 5.00 10/21/91 1 MVHS Boldt 3:004:30 PM $13.50 10/7/91 MVHS Hunt 7:00-9:00 PM $18.00 10/15/916 MVHS Wills & Trusts 7:00-9:00 PM Computer Class For Kids 6 TUESDAY Intro to IBM Baton Twirling 6:00-7:00 PM $32.00 10/15/91 8 Steinbrecher Fuller St. Heaton WEDNESDAY Exercise 6:00-7:00 PM $20.00 10/16/91 10 Fuller St. Gurd THURSDAY Community Band meets first and third Thursdays 7:00 PM MVHS CALL NOW AND ENROLL 852-9275 ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION A business meeting will follow the program. Call in reservations by Oct. 19 to one of the following: Ethel Kilmer, 945-5657; Lydia Burchett, 721-8557; Bernice Carter, 795-9023; Gladys Chamberlain, 623-2550; Orpha Enz, 367-4973; Joyce Harrington, 623-2954; Margaret Johnson, 945-2050; and Grace Watson, 945-4558. Parent-Teacher conferences set Conferences will be held in the Maple Valley Elementary Schools Wednesday, Thurs­ day and Friday, Oct. 23, 24 and 25. In order for a good con­ ference to take place, it is necessary for both sides to prepare. Here are some hints on how you can best prepare. • Talk with your child. Find out if there is anything that is bothering him/her. • Write down any ques­ tions you want to ask. • Ask for ways in which you can help your child. • Be willing to listen to what the teacher is telling you. Remember, quite often a child’s behavior is different at school than it is at home. The teachers are trying to get a better understanding of the students and are looking for your help. Nothing that is said should be taken as an insult to you as a parent. • Remember that this is a conference on one child. It is not a time to discuss your other children, car problems, etc. The conferences are only 15 minutes long. Try to keep to the subject. The schedule for the various specialists is as follows: Kris Green, counselor Maplewood, 1 to 4 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 24; Maplewood, 6-8 p.m. Thurs­ day, Oct. 24; Kellogg, 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23; and Fuller, 1-3 p.m., Friday, Oct. 25. Hal Maxson, speech therapist - Maplewood, 1-4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23; Fuller, 1-4 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 24; Kellogg, 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 24; and High School, 1-3 p.m., Friday, Gospel sing to benefit Cerebral Palsy program The fifth annual Gospel Benefit Sing to aid the Battle Creek Cerebral Palsy sports team will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Assembly of God Church in Nashville. The program is being ar­ ranged by Kent Mead of Nashville, a member of the Battle Creek team. Performers slated to appear in the show are the Switzers of Merlin, Ontario; the Woodland Gospel Singers of Woodland; and local talents, the Gospel Lights and Jennie Wilson. The public is invited to at­ tend the event. 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Jeannie Hansen, Chapter Maplewood, I Math Wednesday, Oct. 23; Maplewood, 1-4 p.m., Thurs­ day, Oct. 24; Maplewood, 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24; and Kellogg, 1-3 p.m., Friday, Oct. 25. Jill Shance, Art Instruc­ tion - Maplewood, 1-4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23; Kellogg, 1-4 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 24; Fuller, 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 23; and Fuller, 1-3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25. Dennis Vanderhoef. Band - high school, all conference times. How would you like to be given a test over material you have not studied? Worse yet, how would you like to be graded on the basis of at est you didn’t take? Last and worst, how would you like the results of the above to make the headlines of papers across the nation? If you believe that the answer to the above questions is, “it wouldn't be fair,” then you will understand how our students and others connected with the schools must feel about headlines during the past week. In case you missed the many headlines, they included such statements as, “U.S. Students Falling Behind,” and “National Schools Receive an F.” The articles below the headlines noted that such statements describe the results ofthe National Assess­ ment of Educational Progress Test, a test sponsored by our na­ tional leaders in order to determine a “Nation’s Report Card. ’’ They were depressing. Although I am sure that the test and report card have some value, I consider the situation unfair because of the following reasons: 1. There is no national curriculum which is being taught and used as a basis for assessment. The test is written on the basis of what some people think is important, but they don’t say in advance what it is. 2. Not everyone takes the test. In my considerable years in education, I have never heard of an area school which took the test. 3. The test paints every student and school with the same brush. As someone has wisely stated, “It is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness.” I am not cursing the recent headlines, but I would like to light a candle of hope and thought. Let’s decide nationally and locally what is important, and then do our testing. When the news releases are prepared, let’s give credit where it is due, as well as reporting on what needs to be improved. I am pleased that our state is providing leadership in deter­ mining what needs to be taught and then assessing the results. It is my understanding that our national leaders soon will do the same. Our media also generally gives credits for improvement and well as blame for failure. Let’s not let the recent headlines and test results get us down on ourselves, our students or our schools. Lots of good things are going on now; We can do even better, and we will with your understanding and support. Be sure to show your interest and support for your school by returning the survey which was recently mailed to you. We are here to serve you, and it’s only fair to know in advance what you expect ofus, just as we hope it is with our national leaders. A Clarification Editor’s Note: In last week’s column, there were a couple of “typos” that changed the intended meaning ofthe article. In the secondparagraph, it should have read, “we are nowpro­ viding services to students with special needs ’ ’ rather than ‘ ‘we are not... ” In thefourth paragraph, it should have said: “As each child begins his/her education, we will examine... instead of ‘‘we will example...” THE WINNING TEAM YOU AND THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1991 — Page 10 Two Eaton County 4-H animal events successful Seventeen area youths at­ tended the Michigan State Fair in Detroit, Aug. 26. Fair goers were Dena Bignail and Pat, Jane and Jeremy Dotson, all of Charlotte; Jeri and Sarah Mater and Christina Priesman, all of Vermont­ ville; Judy and Dan Keefer and Angela and Heather Vezino, all of Mulliken; Karen, Anna and Chris Kaschner of Potterville; and Greg Winnie, Carl and Anne Pease of Bellevue. The day was packed with the Arabian and Paso Fino horse • shows, the camel and elephant rides, seeing all the livestock and non-livestock exhibits, collecting ideas from other people and visiting with Eaton County exhibitors. Everyone was ready to head home by the end of the day. The trip was sponsored by the Eaton County 4-H Small Animal Association. The fifth annual Buyer’s Appreciation Social was held Monday, Sept. 9. Approximately 115 local 4-H members and small animal buyers enjoyed fellowship and many desserts. The social recognized and thanked the buyers who support the sale at the fair. Serving as master of ceremonies was Pat Dotson of the Gresham Grain Grinders 4-H Club. Jeri and Sarah Mater of the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club served as hostesses. 4-H members and Small Animal Association officers introduced the buyers and recognized their support of the sale. Receiving the Friend of the Small Animal Association Award was Don Trout of Trout Auction Service of Charlotte. The award recognizes continued support of and interest in the Small Animal Association by an in­ dividual or business. Eaton County program to benefit divorced parents' children Eaton County has a new program mandate for any divorcing couple that have minor children in the home. According to Circuit Court Judge Tom Eveland, “Any couple seeking a divorce in the county since July of this year will be required to attend a two-hour program that deals with the impact of the divorce on their children and how parents can help their children through this experience.” Girl Scouting soon will be active again throughout area Vermontville Girl Scouts soon will be active again. Leaders have been busy registering troops and plann­ ing activities. It is not too late to join and girls can find out how by call­ ing our school organizer Kathy Othmer at 726-1264. Girl Scouts also need adult volunteers. There are present­ ly no leaders for girls a tthe first- or third-grade Brownie levels. Help could also be us­ ed in many other ways either regularly or occasionally. Those interested may call Kathy for more information. 4-H Llama meeting is Oct. 16 There will be a 4-H organization and information Maple Grove Birthday Club to meet Oct. 16 The Maple Grove Birthday Club will meet Wednesday, Oct. 16, at the Maple Grove Community Building on M-66. A potluck dinner will be at 12:30. Mae Newland will br­ ing the birthday cake and Ruby Ball the door prize. meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Eaton County Cooperative Exten­ sion Service office in Charlotte. Llama project materials, guidelines and possible fair classes will be discussed. The meeting is open to all adults and youth, ages 9 to 19 in­ terested in enrolling in the 4-H llama project. For more information, con­ tact the Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. ^SECIRALIFE Does life insurance for a child make sense? It sure does! IMMEDIATE PROTECTION FOR TODAY ...A GUARANTEED ESTATE FOR TOMORROW The SECURA Life Modified Juvenile Life policy is an effective way of providing a base upon which your child or grandchild can build a solid financial estate. Talk to your personal SECURA Life representative...today. Tobias-Mason insurance for complete information, contact: Dick Tobias, 109 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 • 517-852-2005 COBB MS Mfcf a Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich; Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS The first of such programs, called SMILE - Start Making It Livable For Everyone, was held Monday, Sept. 30, from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Charlotte. Family therapists Dr. Barry Mintzes, Dr. Sharon Hobbs and Dr. Dolores BorlandHunt, presented information to help parents on how to identify the feelings their children are experiencing, and how they can help them deal with these emotions. As Sharon Hobbs explain­ ed, “The children are not divorced, the parents are divorced. Children need to feel secure, not abandoned, and it takes both parents working together for the child.” This program was adapted from a similar program of­ fered by the Oakland County courts. The Eaton program is being coordinated by Judge Eveland, of the Eaton County Circuit Court and Mona Ellard of the Eaton Cooperative Extension Service. The SMILE program will be offered every two months in the county. The next pro­ gram is scheduled for Thurs­ day evening, Dec. 5. If interested in attending, contact the Eaton Cooperative Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594, to reserve a seat. There is no charge. FACTORY WORKERS Alto area company has sanding, bulling, and light assembly openings available. High starling wages for the non­ experienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope­ nings coming in every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be given immediate con­ sideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal I.D. Never a fee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN 9:30 A.M. ■ 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY Do-it-yourself • •11/4” 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 698-7979 (EOEJ Three Bldgs. South of corner of M-37/44th Street or 4595 Broadmqor, S.E., Suite 150 (located in the Kent­ wood Corporate Complex)* E E 01 A new award was establish­ ed this year for outstanding rabbit, poultry and goat 4-H members. The award recognizes 4-H members who have been active in the club, community, county and state levels and who have shown leadership development. There were nominations in the rabbit project only. The 1991 recipient was Angela Vezino of Mulliken, and a member of the Golddiggers 4-H Club. Special thanks were given to Randy, Jane and Chad Burt, rabbit and poultry superintendents; Diane Bowers, small animal sweepstakes superintendent; Nancy Haddix and Julie McKeever, goat superintendents; Eileen Starr for her hand printed posters; and Andy and Jan Wawiemia of Sheperd for serving as sale clerks. The buyers social would not have been possible without the help of the following 4-H clubs: Spaulding, Walton Wonders, VFW Dynamoes, Bellevue 4-H Farmers, Golddiggers, Community Riders, Vermontville Jr. Farmers, and Gresham Grain Grinders. Students study naval Civil War battle Todd Gonser's U.S. History class members began their year of study with an intense look at the Civil War. Part of their course of study was to examine the two ironclad ships, the Monitor and the Merrimac. These two ships changed forever the way naval bat­ tles were fought. In order to heighten students' awareness of the naval aspect of the Civil War, they built models of these two great ships. Pictured here are Mike Trowbridge, Angela Garber, Shelby Bosworth and Larry Lewis, who built especially fine replicas. Weiner roast, game night set for local Girl Scouts— A hot dog roast and game night for Nashville Girl Scouts is set for 6 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at the home of Kari Burd, 5270 Assyria Road. Each troop is to furnish hot dogs, buns, chips, cookies and marshmallows. For details, troop members should call their leaders. Eating uten­ sils and beverages will be supplied. In case of rain, the event will be held at Nashville Bap­ tist Church. Any girl, kindergarten age or older, who missed signing up for Daisy, Brownies or Junior Scouts, may call Sue Fawley, 852-9415, or Kari Burd, 852-2012. Opera House Friends to meet Oct. 15 There will be a meeting of the Vermontville Friends of the Opera House on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m. at the Opera House. A grant has been received for further restoration of the opera house. A portion of the grant will be used for a new roof and eaves. Other projects and plans will be discussed at the Oct. 15 meeting. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BOBCAT SERVICESBackhoe bam cleaning, general excavating, sand and gravel delivery. Lowest rates. 1-517-852-2278.___________ DELIVERING SAND, gravel and fill. Call 948-2909 or 945-4894. ________________ LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thru Friday. Satellite Service. ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945.___________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. Maple Valley freshman girl eagers beat Byron Center 54-37 The Maple Valley girls basketball team defeated Byron Center last Tuesday, 54-37. The girls shot 40 percent from the field. Leading scorers were Meagan McLaughlin with 11 points, and Dana Hasselback and Robin Haly added 10 each. Top rebounders were Hasselback with 13 and Joy Stine with 10. Sara Leep led the team with 7 assists. Sine also collected 10 steals. The girls have a pair of games this week, traveling to Charlotte and Middleville. Have something to advertise? call the Maple Valley News Reach over4,500 area homes! Call Today 945-9554 Homecoming Game Fri., Oct, 11 Good Luck Lions MARK YOUR CALENDAR Bosses Day • Oct. 16 Sweetest Day • Oct. 19 Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville Phone — 852-2050 WE DELIVER 9 a.tn. to 5 p.m. Daily gg �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1991 — Page 11 This Week in SPORTS... 90-yard drive seals Eagles' doom Maple Valley gridders squeak past Olivet 12-7 "The Drive." Depending on what part of the country you come from, that term carries connotations of Joe Montana's game-winning effort against Cincinnati in the Super Bowl or John Elway's game-tying shenanigans in the AFC Championship game against Cleveland the previous year. Friday night at Olivet, Maple Valley fans got their own version. The Lions went 90 yards on 17 plays in the fourth quarter of the key SMAA contest and pulled out a thrilling 12-7 win. The victory improves Maple Valley's overall record to 5-0 and it's league mark to 2-0, with only Bellevue left on the conference slate. The Lions, who had just been burned by Eagle speedster Carl Schlee on a 64-yard run a couple of minutes before, took over on their own 10-yard line with just under eight minutes remaining. Running backs Jason Byington, Aaron Patrick and Jeremy Reynolds carried the bulk of the load on the ground. Maple Valley drove to the Olivet one-yard line inside of two minutes left. Then, on first and goal, a holding penalty was called. It was the third Lion penalty of the drive. The ball was moved back to the 11-yard line. After an unsuccessful play, Maple Valley pitched the ball to Patrick, who received key blocks by Matt Gates and Darrel Stine. Patrick was School Lunch Menus 1826477 Fuller St. School Wednesday, Oct. 9 Tacos/chips, 1e t tuce/cheese, pears, peanut butter sandwich. Thursday, Oct. 10 Pizza, green beans, peaches. Friday, Oct. 11 Egg and cheese on biscuit, sausage links, fresh fruit juice. Monday, Oct. 14 Barbeque/bun, french fries, applesauce, cookie. Tuesday, Oct. 15 Fishwich/bun, green beans, pear, cheese slice. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maple Valley Jr .-Sr. High School Wednesday, Oct. 9 ♦Salad, *Chicken nuggets, ♦Tuna Sandwich, green beans, apple crisp, bread and butter. Thursday, Oct. 10 ♦Salad, *Burritos/Reg., ♦Burritos/Sauce, cheese, green beans, peaches, roll/butter, salad bar. Friday, Oct. 11 ♦Salad, *Hot Dogs, *Tuna and Noodle Casserole, broc­ coli, fruit juice, bread and butter. Monday, Oct. 14 ♦Salad, ♦Fish/Bun, *Com Dog, french fries, applesauce, cookies. Tuesday, Oct. 15 ♦Salad, *Pizza, baked beans, peaches. NOTE: ♦Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Wednesday, Oct. 2 Nacho chips w/taco meat and cheese, peas, bread and butter sandwich, apple. Thursday, Oct. 3 Fiesta stick w/cheese, potato chips, com, fruit pie. Friday, Oct. 4 Pizza, peas, pickles and pears. Monday, Oct. 7 Hamburger on a bun, green beans, dinosaur fries, applesauce. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. Summary CASTLETON BOARD MEETING October 2, 1991 Meeting held 7:30-9 p.m. Present Cooley, Jarvie, Pixley, Rasey. General Fund Balance $65,470.46; Block Grant $11,280.60; Fire Vot. $38,707.65; Amb. Vot. $43,154.46; Twp. Imp. $69,284.25; PPC#1 513.631 PPC#2 160.84. Bills approved: General Fund M. V. News $17.85 J.W. Cooley.................... 848.60 N. Rasey.......................... 83.12 M. Meade..................... 375.00 H.C. Bank...................... 150.00 H.T. Lumber..................... 56.44 J. Jarvie............................ 13.28 Postmaster....................... 38.00 Manulife....................... 3700.00 J. Jarvie....................... 510.02 W. Wilson......................... 83.12 State of Mi..................... 280.47 Cons. Pow........................ 31.35 Carls................................ 12.43 J.W. Cooley....................25.48 L. Wilson.... H.C. Bank... Ml Bell........ Vil. Nash.... D. Hamilton Block Grant D. Langham Bixby........... H.C. Bank... ECRD........... Bixby........... St. of Ml...... ECRD............ C. Barth..... Bixby........... Twp. Imp. - Barry Co. Road Comm. $1775.00 16.62 668.12 .28.49 .16.33 ..85.00 2000.00 ... 29.19 .654.00 ...11.00 .... 5.78 226.00 ..11.00 1406.63 ...... 5.50 stopped at the one, but somehow wriggled free and rolled into the end zone for the winning score. The Lions went for twp, but a procedure call moved them back five more yards. From there, a pass play was unsuccessful. Reynolds then sealed the Eagles fate with a spectacular interception on a pass intended for Schlee, who was running a fly pattern. "It was a really exciting game," Lion coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. "We played really well. You could see on our kids' faces at the end that they wanted to win very badly." Maple Valley drew first blood on a Byington touchdown on a simple fullback dive play in the first half. The score was set up by Reynolds, who recovered an Olivet fumble following a punt by Stine. Six plays later, Byington bulled into the end zone. Olivet rallied and took the lead on Schlee's run early in the fourth quarter. The Lions fumbled on the ensuing possession, but a key sack by Tony Eye, one of three on the night, gave Maple Valley the ball and set up the winng drive. Patrick led the Lion ground game with 156 yards on 21 carries. Reynolds added 75 yards on 17 attempts. Maple Valley outgained Olivet on the ground 246­ 131, and posted 15 first downs to just four by the Eagles. Defensively, Tom Snyder led the Lions with 11 tackles, followed by Mike Trowbridge with eight. Scott English added seven total stops. "We made a lot of mistakes that hurt us," Mittelstaedt said. "But in spite of that we were able to come back and score and win the game." Maple Valley will be host to Baldwin Friday in the annual homecoming game. It will be the first meeting between the two schools. Mittelstaedt said that the Tigers have both size and speed. Lady Lion eagers hold off Bath for 56-49 victory The Maple Valley girls basketball team needed a little added incentive in Tuesday's annual Parent's Night game against Bath. The Lady Lions were down 24-19 at halftime, but after the players were introduced with their parents, Maple Valley blitzed Bath with a relentless pressure defense to turn the deficit into a 41-33 lead by the end of the quarter en route to a 56-49 victory. Jennifer Phenix and Janet Boldrey led the Maple Valley defense with eight and seven steals, respectively. Coach Jerry Reese said that the majority of the thefts came in the decisive third quarter. "The girls responded very well after halftime," Reese said. "I think they may have forgot who they were playing for." Phenix had 17 points and collected seven rebounds, in addition to her steals. Boldrey tossed in 14 points, as did teammate Leigh Stine, who Reese said had her best game of her high school career. Stine ledfthe Lion rebounders with 15 caroms. Kim Kibbi had 16 points for Bath, while Nikki McCone added 12. Maple Valley's free throw shooting improved to nine* for-16. It had been atrocious in the past two games, in which die Lions connected on just four for 21 attempts. Maple Valley will be host to Lansing Christian tonight and will open SMAA play tomorrow at St. Philip. Maple Valley jayvee gridder team ties Olivet The Maple Valley junior varsity football team tied Olivet 14-14 Thursday night. Olivet got on the scoreboard first at 5:16 ofthe first quarter on an 11-yard touchdown run and converted the two-point conversion to make the score 8-0. The Lions answered at the 3:10 mark of the first quarter as Chris Miller went in from two yards out. At the 10:17 mark ofthe se­ cond quarter, the Eagles hit paydirt again but missed the conversion to take a 14-6 lead. Maple Valley again answered with 26 seconds left in the half when Gabe Priddy hooked up with Randy Jarrard on an 11-yard scoring pass and then hit Jon Mitchell from three yards out for the conver­ sion to make the halftime serve 14-14. There was no scoring in the second halfwhen the defenses dominated. Leading the Lions defensively was Matt Reid 23 tackles, Chris Miller with 15, Priddy with 11, and Ben Mudry with nine. The next game for the Junior Lions is at Penn fie Id, Thursday. Game time is 6:30 p.m. Maple Valley 8th grade eagers improve to 5-2 The MV eighth grade girls basketball team record is now 25,- after winning last Mon- day against Woodland and losiqg to Portland on Wednesday. Nashville’s 3rd, 4th top Sunfield The Nashville third and fourth grade football team defeated Sunfield Saturday 06.Nashville only touchdown was scored on the first play of the game on a 60-yard run by Jeff Jones. Sunfield’s offense threaten­ ed to score twice but Nashville’s defense contained it. Leading the offense was Jones with 121 yards. Leading the defense were Doug Crutcher with nine tackles, Jones with six, and Andy Ewing with five. Next week’s game will be against Vermontville at Ver­ montville. The two teams are tied for the lead, so next Saturday’s game will deter­ mine the champion. Game time is 10 a.m. Maple Valley 7th graders split pair The Maple Valley seventh grade girls basketball team split a pair of games against Woodland on Monday. The Lions won the first 18-15, and dropped the second 20-32. Coach Spears said his team played aggressively in both games. Leading scorers were Jenny Kuempel with 14 points and Mandi Golovich and Bess Ann Martin with 5 each. Erin Hokanson led the re­ bounders with five, while Nellie Emery collected five steals. The Lions lost to Portland Wednesday. Spears said that the ball handling for the team was weak, as MV had 23 turnovers Lion golfers preparing for regionals The Maple Valley golf team is preparing for Friday's regional meet at Shelby. The Lions improved their overall mark to 12-2 with three dual wins last week at Candlestone Golf Club. Maple Valley carded a 180 on the tough layout in blustery conditions. Belding was second at 182; Greenville had a 187; and Saranac shot 190. Kyle Booher led the Lions with a 39; Kirk Warner a 41; Jeff Knoll a 50; and Brice Hasselback a 50. Maple Valley will play state-ranked Hastings on Wednesday at Mulberry Fore. Monday was another A & B game for the young Lions. The “B” team lost 26-16, despite remaining close throughout the first half. Leading the “B” team was Heather Rollins and Lindsay Krolik with four points each. The “A” team won 37-18, keyed by an aggressive press. Leading scorer’s were Nichole Kirwin with 15 points, and Tracy Hickey with 12 points and seven steals. Jody Hickey also hauled in eight rebounds. Thursday the Lions traveled to Portland to face a bigger, quicker team. Portland won the game 44-32. Tracy Hickey led the scor­ ing, with 11 points, while Nicole Reid added seven points. Pets PET GROOMING, most breeds. 517-852-0728. For Sale PIANO FOR SALE: Wanted: Responsible party to take on small monthly payments on piano. See locally. Call Manager at 800-635-7611.- Maple Valley High School WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8 • J.V. & Var. Basketball Home, Lansing Christian, 6:00 p.m. • M.V. Marching Band Competition MSBOA - Comstock WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9 • • • • • Jr. Hi. Basketball, Home, Saranac, 4:30 p.m. Golf, Home, Hastings, 4:00 p.m. Cross Country, Home, Bellevue, 5:00 p.m. J.V. & Var. Basketball, Away, St. Philip, 5:30 p.m. Life Touch Student Pictures THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10 • Fresh. Basketball, Away, Middleville, 6:00 p.m. • J.V. Football, Away, Pennfield, 6:30 p.m. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11 • Varsity Football, Home, Baldwin, 7:30 p.m. HOMECOMING! • Golf Regionals SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 • Cross Country, Away, Greater Lansing Invit., 10:00 a.m. MONDAY, OCTOBER 14 • J.V. & Var. Basketball, Home, Bellevue, 5:30 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1991 — Page 12 ______ Vermontville OPEN Mon.-Fri. 8 to 8; Sat. 8 to 6; Sun. 9 to 3 W < W 160 S. Main, Vermontville ermontville Due to getting the proper licenses changed over to our name, we are currently unable to accept WIC, Food Stamps, sell Lottery and beer and wine. Signs will be posted and our ads will announce when our licenses go through. IN INC. fK 726-0640 Lean & Meaty Fresh Pork From Round 12-18# Shurfresh Grade A Spare Ribs Ground Beef Turkeys $139 69e $719 3-lb bag Michigan Empire Bananas Apples $j[29 DOUBLE COUPONS Every Friday Up to 50c on Manufacturers9 Coupons 24-oz. Heatherwood Farms Cottage Cheese $J59 28-oz. 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Church street ’•S. pOSTAG£ ^STINGS, Ml Hastings, MI. 49058 49058 N#. f HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121-S. Church St. Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 490$p P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 12 — Tuesday, October 15, 1991 Engineer says repairs needed at Thornapple River's dam by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Nashville’s Thornapple River dam is generally in poor condition, according to a re­ cent inspection report prepared by Scott Civil Engineering Company of Grand Rapids. The firm’s findings were reviewed by Nashville of­ ficials at last Thursday’s Village Council meeting. “The most serious deterioration occurs in the mill race,” noted the report. The walls of the mill race, badly undermined at the water line with considerable loss of cross section, are “in danger of collapsing.” The inspector who visited the site spotted seepage along the entire length of the west wall of the mill race, and reported that the plywood gate over the mill race opening was leaking badly. Because of that makeshift barricade at the inlet, it is ex­ tremely difficult to control water flow through the mill Nashville mourns loss of Geneva Brumm Friends and relatives filled day after a brief battle with Maple Valley Chapel at Gen- cancer. She is survived by her ther Funeral Home in husband Nelson, to whom she Nashville Friday to share their had been married for 63 grief at the loss of Geneva years; three daughters, eight Brumm. grandchildren and 13 great­ A dedicated community ser­ grandchildren. vant for many decades, Mrs. Bom and raised in Castleton Brumm was eulogized by Township, the local com­ Rev. Kenneth Vaught as “one munity became a lifelong who was never idle.” He said home to the former Geneva her longtime commitment to DeVine. community service should be Her list of contributions to an inspiration to others. the betterment of Nashville Mrs. Brumm died Wednes- and its environs is staggering. Only three months ago she Fire Department; the finally gave up her long­ Nashville Maple Syrup standing post as volunteer Association; and by the 33 bookkeeper for the Nashville years she served as Castleton United Way, that change be­ Township Treasurer. ing brought about by local afMrs. Brumm was a great fi baton with the Barry Area champion of the Nashville United Way program. Maple Syrup Association pro­ What did Geneva Brumm ject, and always encouraged most enjoy doing? She liked the younger generation to keeping books, noted the Rev. become involved in the annual community fund-raiser that Vaught. This is evidenced by her will mark its 50th anniversary longtime role as treasurer of See Brumm, on page 10 the Nashville Ambulance and race. Village Trustee Forrest Burd said operation ofthe mill race is necessary for flood control and to help clear algae from the mill pond. Burd said normally the gate would be opened about three times a year to clean the pond. According to the inspection report, the main problem at the gravity dam is loss of ap­ proximately 30 percent of the concrete spillway cap con­ structed in 1977. “In areas where the dam’s downstream surface is miss­ ing, the exposed cobblestones reveal considerable seepage through the dam,” noted the engineers. “Some loss of dam cross section is also evident. The concrete cap is cracked and delaminated in many areas.” Reported “in fair condi­ tion” were the weir (un­ completed fish ladder) con­ structed in recent years at the west end of the dam and the earthen abutments at the ends ofthe dam, where “no loss of cross section was evident and a good vegetative cover has been maintained.” According to a 100-year design flow provided to the village by Michigan’s Depart­ ment of Natural Resources, the dam handles 4,280 cubic feet of water per second. The drainage area for the dam is 226 square miles. In conclusion, the engineer­ ing firm recommended remedial repairs to the mill race in the near future. The firm also suggested prepara­ tion of a detailed plan of the dam, but said that because of the dam’s low head the pre­ sent structural deficiencies “are not serious enough to warrant immediate repairs to the dam.” However, the firm recommended periodic visiual inspections to insure no fur­ ther deterioration. Burd said the inspection See Repairs needed, page 2 Fire prevention lessons learned at Fuller St. School by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A recent house fire less than two blocks from their school, started by a child playing with a cigarette lighter, helped Nashville’s Fuller Elementary students relate to a fire safety presentation Thursday at their school. Local fireman Chip Smith, who serves as fire prevention officer for the Nashville Fire Department, told the youngsters about the recent fire, in which all occupants of the home escaped, and about another one in 1987 in which a young Nashville boy perished in a house fire he started with a cigarette lighter. Smith also pointed out the danger of playing with C C Smokey is the symbol of a real bear cub who escaped a deadly forest fire that killed its mother. The orphaned animal with burned paws became a mascot for National Fire Service, offering a strong fire ■ ■ safety message. matches. “Matches are tools, not toys,” he told the youngsters. Hearing the presentation were more than 260 students in second and fourth grades, kindergarten and developmen­ tal kindergarten, attending in successive sessions. The program was staged in conjunction with National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 6-12. Assisting Smith with the show was local fireman Jason Ackett and “Smokey the Bear,” played by David Phaneuf of Kalamazoo. Smith explained that Smokey is the symbol of a real bear cub who escaped a dead­ ly forest fire that killed its mother. The orphaned animal The fully-equipped shiny red fire truck parked on the playground was the center of attraction at Thursday's fire safety program. with burned paws became a mascot for National Fire Ser­ vice, offering a strong fire safety message. The students learned that children under age 11 were responsible for 248 fires in Michigan last year. There were 242 fire deaths in the state in 1990, and 61 percent of that number were children. “We don’t play with mat­ ches and we don’t play with lighters,” warned Smith. “If you find one, you give it to a grownup.” Smith pointed out the im­ portance of fire detectors in the home, and said they should be checked once a month to see if they are operational. “Half the smoke detectors (in homes) don’t work because they need new bat­ teries,” said Smith. He sug­ gested an annual day, such as Christmas, be set aside as a traditional battery­ replacement day. Valuable lessons in escap­ ing a fire also were illustrated by Smith and Ackett. The children were shown an eightminute video on the proper way to exit a burning house. The film was made last year at the Smith home in Nashville by a professional TV photographer who is a friend of the family. Actors in the film included Smith, his son Jason, and neighbor children Nicholas and Sarah Mapes. Using a mock bedroom set­ ting and with the help of a stu­ dent volunteer, Smith showed the children the procedure of dropping to the floor, crawl­ ing to the door, feeling it with the back of one’s hand to see See Fire prevention, page 2 "Smokey the Bear" joined Nashville firemen Chip Smith and Jason Ackett for the presentation to Fuller Street Elementary students. In This Issue ... • Vermontville Lions Club hold senior citizens dinner • National School Lunch Week celebrated here • Nashville mourns loss of Geneva Brumm • Maple Valley celebrates Homecoming ’91 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1991 — Page 2 Repairs ne< ded at localdam f ^report, would be forwared to the. bNR‘‘to see where we ■‘stand’* -regarding proposed repairs to the mill race and its ownership. “We’re still in a problem about who owns it,” com­ mented Burd. While the dam belongs to the village, officials are unclear whether the adjacent mill race is considered part of the dam. The mill race originally was constructed to power the water wheel at a grist mill built in 1881 by Elder Philip Holler on the east side of the Thornapple. (That mill replaced an earlier one on the west side of the river.) In the 1970s, the village bought the mill property from a private owner in order to secure rights to the dam. When a community effort to convert the old mill into a museum failed, the village tore down the building and sold the vacant land to a private party, retaining a right-of-way for control and maintenance of the dam. An island separating the mill race from the dam is part of the privately-held property. The parcel recently changed hands again and the council Continuedfrom front page rent should be charged for fo use of the land, but other council members disagreed. “No where else do people give you property (to use) for free,” noted Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer. She said the on­ ly costs the village would save by allowing crop-raising by a private party would be the wear and tear on equipment now used by village employees to mow the fields. “Maybe there’s someone else who would pay us (to rent it),” suggested Trustee Richard Chaffee Jr. He said a reasonable rate would be $25 per acre. now questions whether village taxpayers or the new owner should bear cost of restoring the mill race, a project ex­ pected to cost several thou­ sand dollars. On another matter Thurday, the council agreed to offer for rent approximately 50 acres on which to grow hay. The land surrounds the municipal sewer ponds on Brumm Road. Burd reported that an in­ dividual recently contacted him, proposing to plant the fields with alfalfa, but said he wanted a five-year agreement with the village. Burd added that, personally, he felt no NASHVILLE Only what's donefor Christ will last. 8S2-0845 Nashville, Mich. HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 852-0882 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. HOME COOKING AT ITS BEST Trowbridge Service - AUTO SERVICE CENTER 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE ELSIE E. WOLEVER broker RES. (517) 726-0637 126 S. Main St.. 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State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ .11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ ...6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Senrice ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship . .9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. .. . Rev. Bob Kersten QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship............... 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School....... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ..... ...11 a.m. P.M. Senrice...... .....7 p.m. Wed. Service...... ..... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship...............7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6 A.M. to 8 P.M. 113 N. MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE • PH. 852-1551 HECKER Agency 225 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN Telephone: 852-9680 Furlong Heating SALES & SERVICE 9975 Thornapple Lake Road FURNACE SALES & REPAIR Also Refrigerator, Freezer and Air Conditioner Repair — 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE — Earl Furlong Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH Continued on next page 219 N. Main Street LUMBER YARD 219 S. State St. quest by Nashville Baptist Church for village abandon­ ment of the west half of an east-west alley between Phillips and Cleveland streets. The proposal, which would eanble the Baptists to add a fellowship hall-gymnasium to the north side of their present building, was defeated by one vote when it was presented to the council last October. — Agreed to change the primary water service main in the building owned by Salley McLean at 105 N. Main Street, from commercial to residential size in order to Mace Pharmacy 1 HOMETOWN I Only one life — will soon be past The land, said Village President Ray Hinckley, would require chisel disking and application of lime by the prospective farmer. It it suitable only as cropland for animal feed as the land is part of the aeration process of the municipal sewer system. “You can’t raise a crop there for human consump­ tion,” added Hinckley. Council agreed, to place a newspaper ad for prospective renters. In other business Thursday, the council: — Set Nov. 14 as the date of a public hearing on a re­ PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE 852-9728 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (16 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ............ 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1991 — Page 3 4-H program urging youths to sign up for program The start of a new calendar year is the perfect time to sign up for 4-H in Eaton County and around the state of Michigan as well. 4-H clubs are reorganizing, planning their yearly pro­ grams and members are selec­ ting their projects for the cur­ rent 4-H year. 4-H members often take projects like beef, sheep, swine, horses and dairy. But in today’s ever-changing world, it’s not uncommon to find them branching out into project areas like computers, ag careers, commodity marketing and money management. Also, youth can choose from projects in 4-H like dog care, foods, clothing, citizenship, crafts and shooting sports. 4-H discourages school drop outs by making learning exciting through hands-on project work. 4-H builds self confidence young folks learn to feel good about themselves by reaching goals set in their 4-H programs. 4-H strengthens the family, Congregational church ground-breaking Ground-breaking ceremonies will be held at 12:15 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, at Vermontville’s First Con­ gregational Church in Vermontville. The public is invited to 50 years together :cker jency III HIM «:852-9680 ig Heating &SERVICE iditioiiwM IFtfERIENCE- The family of Francis and Margie Maurer will have an open house from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 at the V.F.W. Hall in Nashville to celebrate the couple's 50th wedding anniversary. They were married Oct. 25, 1941, in Marshall. They have seven children and four great-grandchildren. No gifts, please, your presence is all that is requested. Repairs needed to dam , from 2 lower the base rate charged for service. The request was made by the owner’s son Jeff Beebe. — Amended the 1991-92 budget to raise the amount earmarked for legal fees from $5,500 to $14,500 by a shift of general fund appropria­ tions. Officials attributed the needed increase to attorney fees connected with the Green junk case, on which a favorable judgement was recently rendered. — Answered questions pos- FAL LSPECJAlT WI Shampoo and Cut Cut Perms Color Acrylic Nails ||tf* ed by Nashville resident Gayle Chaffee on the rate of charge for sidewalk replace­ ment assessed against abutting property owners, who must pay half the cost. Three blocks of new concrete were recently laid along the north sode of Sherman Street as the Erst step in a long-range plan to replace deteriorating sidewalks throughout the village. — Approved a proclama­ tion designating November as National Hospice Month. s6.00 ‘6.00 25.00, $30.00, ..35..00 J, s16.00 A 25..00 Diana’s Place Professional Styling for the Whole Family OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday Corner of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. 852-9481 Diana Kuempel .. *11 U5"*..> DON'T FORGET... • Bosses Day Oct. 16 • Sweetest Day Oct. 19 Carnation $C98 SPECIAL D Doz. Fall Arrangements & Hardy Mums Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville Phone — 852-2050 WE DELIVER 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily attend. The congregation expects construction of a new addition to its historic 1862 church to begin before the end of October. building partnerships with parents and helping to hold families together through 4-H projects and programs. 4-H thrives on people working together. Youths ages 6 to 19 can enroll by giving the Eaton Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice office a call. The phone number is (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. ^SECUtAUE Does life insurance for a child make sense? It sure docs! IMMEDIATE PROTECTION FOR TODAY ...A GUARANTEED ESTATE FOR TOMORROW The SECURA Life Modified Juvenile Life policy is an effective way of providing a base upon which your child or grandchild can build a solid financial estate. Talk to your personal SECURA Life representative...today. Tobias-Mason insurance for complete information, contact: Dick Tobias, 109 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 • 517-852-2005 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15. 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past New highways, small game season, topics back in 1929 by Susan Hinckley Completion oftwo new area highways and the opening of small game hunting season in­ terested Nashville readers 62 years ago this week. The seasonal change to “slow time” also was an item of note. Details on these and other stories of the day appeared in Tlie Nashville News Oct. 17, 1929: New roads will be completed in next two weeks Two new highways in Barry and Eaton counties will be opened to the public within the next couple of weeks, ac­ cording to announcements made by contractors recently. One of them is the Covert Road of six miles running east and west through Kalamo and Maple Grove townships. The contractors, Johnson and chasing the cotton tails all be purchased at local stores if Green of Ann Arbor, expect over the lot in order to bag a they are wanted. to have the graveling finished rabbit on opening day of the next week and when com­ rabbit season. Mr. and Mrs. C. L. pleted it will give a splendid And most of them got Glasgow entertain for bank highway across the two results. Some of the officials townships. A very pleasant party was “gunmen” shot at the bunnies The second highway is the and missed, but we’ve heard given one evening last week at new pavement of M-43 south of a few who either were the Commercial Hotel by Mr. and north ofHastings, parts of lucky or good marksmen. and Mrs. C. L. Glasgow to which have already been Anyway, several rabbits were the board of directors of the opened to the public. The sizzling in frying pans Tues- Farmers & Merchants Bank. south portion, which extends day noon. It was in the nature of a com­ to Shultz, is of concrete, and The pheasant season opens plimentary dinner to Mr. Tut­ is the beginning of a paved Oct. 25, and almost every tle, the retiring cashier, and to highway from Hastings to hunter is prepared to take the C. W. Smith, the veteran Kalamazoo. The highway field when that day comes. banker who helped organized north of Hastings on M-43 Pheasants are reported plen­ the F. & M. bank 40 years also will be opened for public tiful this year and it is quite ago and remained a use shortly, according to likely the numbers will be stockholder and director reports. considerably depleted by the through all the years of time the season ends on Oct. business. (Note: Earlier that Rabbit season opened Tues­ 31. year, Fanners & Merchants day morning The partridge season open­ and the local State Savings Local hunters were out ear- ed today (Wednesday), and Bank had consolidated to ly Tuesday morning (Oct. 15) several local nimrods former Nashville State Bank.) pecting to make a trip up north for a few days hunting. Nashville State Bank one of Change to slow time will come Saturday night Nashville will revert to slow, or Central Standard time next Saturday at mid­ night, in accordance with ac­ tion ofthe Village Council last spring when the advance was made to Eastern Time. As a result of the change, Nashville folks can stay in bed one hour later Sunday morn­ ing and still get up at the same time. Farmers buy fake poultry medicine Highway improvements were of special interest iin 1929, when increasing numbers of automobiles were being sold. This circa-1915 scene shows the condition of many area roadways in those days. The hatless young man at the wheel is Merrill Hinckley , an employee of early Nashville auto dealer Joe Hurd. One of his duties was to give driving instructions to new auto owners. Michigan poultrymen are warned by the poultry depart­ ment at Michigan State Col­ lege that at least one man has defrauded state farmers by selling them a medicine sup­ posed to cure almost every disease that affects poultry. The salesman claimed to represent Michigan State Col­ lege when he sold the remedy to one poultry raiser in St. Clair County. At other points in the state, he has posed as a representative ofthe Michigan Poultry Laboratory. A sample of the remedy, when analyzed at the college contained reground bran or middlings, wood charcoal, quassia, limestone, salt and Epsom salts. None ofthese in­ gredients has a marked remedial effect on diseases of poultry and any of them can were ""s zX ?nT f I"9 °f °.Ct 15' Ond b* noon several cottontails Newc Th 9 hx fry|n9 Pans, , accoraing g to a 1929 report in The Nashville ohZ c I o !CenefO ene .an f an un,dentified hbunting camp of an earli(er erda is from th)e photo collection of longtime News publisher Len W. Feighner (standing at right) served to about 30 guests. for the mother and daughter in — Colin T. Munro and J. their recent great loss. C. McDerby were guests of — (West Vermontville) the Hastings Lions club Mon­ Robert Chance is having a day evening. Members of the new furnace installed...Miss Charlotte Lions club were Satterlee will attend the also guests, and Congressman teachers’ institute at Jackson Ketcham of the Hastings Thursday and Friday...Mr. Rotary club was the guest and Mrs. Howard Shaffer speaker. have gone to Springield, — Lyle Maxon had a bad Ohio, to spend the winter with eye a few days last week. his son. Mr. Shaffer is now While working on the railroad recovering from an attack of section, he was pounding poisoning...I. E. Fisher is on something into place under the jury duty at Charlotte this track when a stone flew up week. and struck him in the eye with — (Kalamo) The Kalamo such force that he was obliged Woman’s club met at the to see a physician about it, but home of their president, Mrs. it is much better now. Hazel Frey, on Wednesday — The members and afternoon for the first meeting friends of the Evangelical of their 1929-30 club year. Church and Sunday School After roll call and the presiwill meet in the basement of dent’s message, ice cream and the church Thursday night of cake were served by the ofthis week at 7:30 p.m. for a ficers, with a social hour potluck dinner. This is the following...The L.A.S. at the outcome of the contest in the home of Mrs. E. A. Keller biggest in Barry, Eaton Sunday School. We trust the Friday was well attended, That consolidation of committee appointed to ar- proceeds being nearly $8. Nashville’s two banks has range the dinner will be on Committees were chosen for provided a financial organizahand early to accept the the Christmas sale and tion which ranks among the eatables as they come in, and chicken pie dinner which will largest in Barry and Eaton we hope there will be good be Dec. 7. counties is seen in the current attendance. — (West Kalamo) Mr. and statement of the Nashville — (Sheldon Comers) The Mrs. Cecil Dye ride in a new State Bank which appears on neighborhood and community Ford. another page of the News. were saddened Tuesday even­ — (Morgan) Dr. McIntyre Assets totalling almost one ing when the word came that of Hastings is caring for Mrs. and one-quarter million George Garmes had passed Hattie Shaffer, who is suffer­ dollars appear in the state­ away at the hospital in Battle ing from a form of the ment, and it is believed that Creek. He underwent an flu...Mr. and Mrs. W. S. this amount places it second or operation for appendicitis Fri­ Adkins leave this Tuesday for third in the two counties. day, with gangrene and Mr. Adkins’ boyhood home in Commercial deposits of peritonitis developing. Maryland. $253,000 and savings deposits Despite all that medical aid — (Maple Grove) M. C. of $899,000 give some idea of and loving care could do he Owens made a business trip to the large amount of money passed to the Great Beyond Midland Monday. that has been entrusted to the about six o’clock Tuesday — Mrs. G. L. Gage left care of the bank. That the in­ evening. He leaves a wife and Sunday morning for Escanaba stitution will prove more able six children, one sister, one to represent Nashville’s to meet the needs ofthe public brother and a host ofrelatives Rebekahs in Grand Lodge. through the enlargements of and friends to mourn their She will return Saturday. its business and the consolida­ loss. — Word has been received tion of all the town’s banking (Martin Corners) from Ann Arbor that John interests under one manage­ Willard Hilton had a cow bad- Bowman’s condition is ment and in one building, ly injured by an auto running somewhat improved. there can be no doubt and the into it last week. — Little Beatrice Mix, who community in general will be (Quailtrap) Charlie had the misfortune to break gratified to note the success Boise returned home from her leg above the knee recentthat has already attended these Muskegon and is working at ly, has been taken to Ann Arefforts. the Lentz Table fac- bor hospital for treatment. We tory...Mrs. Harry Boise has all join in wishing her a Local news been suffering with ivy speedy recovery. — The Nashville band will poisoning the past week. Miss — Fifteen leaders of 4-H meet for their first rehearsal Osborn, a special nurse, call- club work attended the first Thursday evening. It is exed on Mrs. Boise Wednesday instruction meeting held at the pected that more than 20 men afternoon. club auditorium Wednesday. will be in attendance. — (Barryville) The The sessions started about — Drs. John I. and Minnie Livestock Club met with the 9:30 Standard time and lasted D. Baker have gone to Grand Bell boys Friday evening. The throughout the day. Miss Rapids to spend the winter youngsters are very much in­ Beatrice Boyle, Mrs. Harriet with Judge Clark E. Higbee terested in their work...Mr. Shafer, assistant state club and Mrs. Higbee. and Mrs. Merritt Mead and leader in the girls’ work, and — Harold Wright, who has Mrs. Willetts spent Sunday P. G. Lundin, assistant state been employed at the Olds with their sons, Russell Mead club leader in boys’ work, factory in Lansing, will go and Clayton Willetts. The were present. from there to Vermontville boys are attending M.S.C. at — Mr. and Mrs. A. R. when the Olds company shuts Lansing...The Aid was very Wagner returned the latter down for several weeks. He pleasantly entertained at the p । art of the week from aa will work for Carl Weiler. home of Halley Lathrop. The (delightful four-week trip in The shutdown will occur in ladies tied off a comforter for iCalifornia. Robert Ingersol of about a week. Mrs. Edgerton. Jackson was on duty at the M. — The first meeting of the — (North Castleton) Mrs. iC. depot during Mr. Northwest Kalamo Home Florence Dillenbeck is home 1 Wagner’s absence. Management class was held at present. She underwent an — Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Thursday, October 10, at the operation for cancer at ]Black and baby have moved home of Cora and Velma University Hospital at Ann jinto the Tobias house on the Hartwell. Seventeen members Arbor. Her mother, Mrs. S < outh Side. were present and enjoyed a Mote, is caring for her.. .The very interesting lesson PTA meeting at the Wellman presented by the leaders, Rose school house was quite well Business Services Hamilton and Luella Jordan. attended Friday evening. — The Evangelical Ladies About 44 were present...A )YOU WANT QUALITY at Aid enjoyed a very interesting very large attendance affordable prices when you buy entertainment at the church gathered at Stony Point Pprinting; Call J-Ad Graphics forr last Wednesday afternoon. In church to hear the funeral rite everything from business cards keeping with the season, of the Rev. John Hazeldine, and brochures to n newspapers autumn decorations were usWednesday...The funeral of and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or ed, as well as Halloween gypJohn Furlong was held at the ??s!top in at 1952 N. Broadway, sies being present to tell for­ South Brethren Church Fri- Hastings. tunes. A lovely supper was day. Much sympathy is felt �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1991 — Page 5 M.V. Scholarship Foundation adds patron plaque' for contributors S^S? S^S SSN Si *^S| ^Ibl' « L«S % S %{? )tiu ?W «: i;; Leonard and Irma Joppie are the latest addition to the Patron Plaque for the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation. Patrons are those who have donated at least $500 since MVMS Foundation was started. A new plaque has been add­ ed to the grouping in the entry of Maple Valley High School. Funder listings are those who have contributed at least $100 during a calendar year. The MVMSF Funders from 1988 through 1990 are on the pla­ que and additional listings will be made each year. Two new 1991 Funder listings for Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation are Henry Joppie Memorial and Henry Joppie Family. The other 1991 listings to date are: Ava Kroger Memorial, Vermontville Lions Club, Don Skedgell Memorial, Mildred Martin Greenman Memorial, Hinman H. Sackett, Maple Valley Alumni Association, Phoebe Sours/Douglas Krauss Memorial, Guido and Elizabeth Binda. As Funders are added dur­ ing 1991, they will be listed in the Maple Valley News up­ dates from the Scholarship Foundation, and at the close of the calendar year an addi­ tional metal plaque will be ad­ ded to the walnut base. A total of 179 Founders are listed in the Founder’s Plaque centered above the Funders Plaque. These are the listings of those who donated $100 or more in 1987 to start the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation. On either side of the Founders Plaque are the plaques for Patrons ($500) and benefac­ tors ($1000 or more). Donation in memory of Henry Joppie have been received from: Mr. and Mrs. William Cox, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Hannink, Cindy Grant, Mr. and Mrs. Randy Vandrivee, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Furlong, Teresa Lamont, Mr. and Mrs. John Gearhart, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Channel Jr., LaVance Aldrich, Ruth Wise, Friends of Sav-Way Store, Neighbors North Ionia Road, and Marge Joppie. Named in donations fro Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter are: Tom Wyble, Marlene Lathrop, Lester Wright, Helen Randal, Clyde Meister, Jack Garlinger, Gerald Siple, Henry Joppie, and Donna J. Lowery. Kellogg sixth-graders produce outstanding science exhibits «; « k'JjMi Elmer Jarvie with Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation plaques. He donated bases for plaques and new funder plaque under others. An additional donation in memory of Jack Garlinger was received from John and Gerrie Long; and in memory of Gerald Siple from Bruce and Carolyn Priddy. Another donation from the Vermontville Class of 1939, in memory of Dellabelle Mur­ phy, was received from Ber­ nard and Hilda Gardner. The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation is a charitable founda­ tion, and interest earned on donations is awarded each year to Maple Valley graduates to pursue training/education at an accredited school/university. In June 1991, five $800 scholarships were awarded. Pendleton Wool FLANNELS and CHALLIS Halloween Fabric & Patterns SiAiew 218 E. State St., Hastings Ph. 945-9673 Mon.-Thurs. 8-5:30; Fri. 8-7; Sat. 9-5:30 HULST CLEANERS PICK-UP STATION J ssj;^ Jtesta e ^s; (517)726-0181 Jr^ihh ihh ■■ Hai^d; B™- fclasfita 1 144 south Mhin sneer MCUMOKTMIlie. MICHiC/in 49096 FT| MSHMiue (517)852-1717 . W- HiyW. Uli -IMMt i* it (tamiitajr; W .UH ’» -Mn.G.L&pH SakjMBliki 1.1 It qrtiol Hi tai ItktUsiUli it StiitdM -Mteteti®1 nil M.tatoW nd- tai ) mI® • ■t gpill^wi -lilttalW a*! u it wk i W a ki 4 tafchM* |i fctotetaW f it- tatapmlf’®33 ■ a il joui«^’1 These students in Sandra Briggs' sixth grade at Kellogg School were among several earning special recognition for their collections of seeds, leaves or in­ sects in their study of Life Sciences. They are (from left) Wesley Quick, Hillary Cates, Jeff Chase, Holly Green and Tyler Robins. J-Ad Graphics News Service Collections of insects, leaves and seeds are exhibited in the hallway outside the sixth-grade classroom of teacher Sandra Briggs at Kellogg School in Nashville. They are the handiwork of her students, who have work­ ed on the project for the past Post 8260 V.F.W. - Nashville, MI 1b tfrfw® 1 kt »**£ »**£L r \,Irt jatiflity atiflityk u Fish & Chicken Fry Friday, October 18,1991 r. Serving 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. I - ALL YOU CAN EAT - ■ ■■s$* s$ c w’L IX * SPECIALS Vermontville Bible Church to hold dedication Oct. 27 Perms w $9Q79S Now (Long hair extra) Expires October 31st Styles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville • Walk-Ins Welcome Tuesday thru Friday Ph. 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE six weeks. “We have some beautiful collections,” said Briggs. Many of the youngsters earned grades of A or A— for their efforts. The project is part of their studies of life sciences, said Briggs, and is an annual autumn event in her classroom. She encourages the youngsters to get their families involved in the pro­ ject, and she said many of the children, aware that they will be entering her class in the fall, begin collecting insects, leaves or seeds during the summer months previous. Each student may choose which category he or she prefers, but can earn extra credit for doing additonal pro­ jects. The idea of preparing exhibits is to hone skills in identification, classification and sorting of specimens, said Briggs. i The public is invited to the dedication of the new building at the Vermontville Bible Ch’irch Sunday, October 27, at 3 p.m. Pastor Emeritus Paul Boger will be speaking, and there will be refreshments follow­ ing after the service. •1987 Mobile Home located on approx. 1 acre •Charlotte Schools (CH-113) * Approx. 10 acres of land! ‘Beautiful ranch home! •Wooded, Garage (CH-114) •3 bedroom, 2 bath home •Approx. 1 acre •Nice country location! (CH-112) Approx. 10 acres located near Charlotte 3 bedroom home (CH-108) Buildings •Approx. 17 acres •10 room, 3 bedroom ranch home •Land contract terms! (CH-109) •Lakefront home at Thornapple Lake •Remodeled, beautiful yard *Walk-out basement (M-39) L-100. 2 vacant lots with lake access at Jordan Lake. Only $8,900 for both with contract terms. •Large 4 bedroom home •Garage, partially fenced yard •Lots of'extras in this home! L-97. & L-96. 33 acres and approx. 2 22% acre pieces of vacant land. Contract terms. Located in Clarksville area. (N-80) Danby Township HnU land — $1 SOl-O ** « ycTlON.:res of UPCOMING REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS WEDNESDAY, OCT. 16 ............................................. 295 acre farm and 80 acre farm located near Hart. SATURDAY, OCT. 19................................................................. Historic Striker home located in Hastings. MONDAY, OCT. 28...... Two bedroom home located on an acre tree-covered lot near Vermontville. MONDAY, NOV. 25...................................... Approx. 260 acre farm with two homes located near Eagle. Call for flyers on these properties! — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton S43-0S98 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1991 Page 6 Geneva Brumm Barry County COA lunch menu, events Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 16 Stuffed peppers, carrots, french cut green beans, bread, dessert. Thursday, Oct. 17 Veggie lasagna, baked beans, stewed tomatoes, cookie. Friday, Oct. 18 Meat loaf, mashed potatoes, spinach, bread, fruit. Monday, Oct. 21 Chicken sauicem, gravy, red potatoes, oriental blend, bread, fruit. Obituaries Meatballs with gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed veg­ gies, bread, fruit. Events Wednesday, Oct. 16 Delton, Herminetts. Thursday, Oct. 17 Nashville, Bingo. Friday, Oct. 18 - Nashville, popcorn and birthday party; Woodland, Herminetts. Monday, Oct. 21 Hastings, bingo, popcorn, nutrition ed. by Corally. Tuesday, Oct. 22 - All sites puzzles. Tuesday, Oct. 22 Harvest Festival Turkey Dinner First Congregational Church of Vermontville Family Style with Homemade Pies and Rolls Saturday, October 19 Serving starts at 5:00 p.m. *6 Adults .• *3 Ages 5-10 • Under 5 Free j Surprise 75th Birthday j I OPEN HOUSE for... | I William (Bill) Hamilton ! I (NASHVILLE CLASS OF 1934) | । Sunday, Oct. 20 • 2 to 5 p.m. j at Kalamo Township Hall, Kalamo — ^ar^s on^y> n° gift5 — | MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Velma I. Jarrard Broker Homer Winegar, (Graduate Realtors Institute) GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HMS NOW $39,500!! • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available NASHVILLE “ FAMILY HOME" - 4 bedrooms, hardwood floors, a "well cared for" on large double lot with a two-story garage. (N-380) NASHVILLE - Leslie M. Adams, 92 of 5821 Barryville Road, Nashville, passed away Monday, October 7, 1991 at his residence. Mr. Adams was bom on June 25, 1899 in Jordan Lake, Wisconsin, the son of Eli and Ellen (Dietzman) Adams. He was raised in Freeport, and attended the schools in Freeport. He was married to Mabie MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE «•••■ nRcEnAuLTivO/nR' JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR DOC OVERHOLT................ DON STEINBRECHER........ GARRY KNOLL................... JERI BAKER......................... TIM BURD ■ .Eves. 72G-0223 ......... 948-8693 ......... 852-1784 .Eves. 852-0786 ......... 726-1171 .......... 852-2012 FIRST TIME OFFERED - NASHVILLE 80 ACRE FARM-$79,900! North of • ON 5 ACRES! Good 3 bedroom Nashville - 2 story, 3 bedroom home. 72x40 tool shed. 24x48 hog barn, 36x48 basem.ent barn. Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) home with living room, dining room, kitchen & screened front porch. 2 car garage & extra pole building — large "park-like" yard with pond (fish included) & lots of trees (fruit & nut) 8 berries. Call now to see! (N-392) VACANT LAND 20 ACRES ■ PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - Great building sites for walk-out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) MOVE MAT CLOSE-MOBILE HOME 1 ACRE - 14x70 "Holly Park" mobile home on 1 acre between Nashville & Battle Creek. Has roof over & 2 additions plus 24x30 garage & 2 utility sheds. (CH-393) ON BEDROOM RANCH - Built in 1972. New oak kitchen, nice fenced yard with trees, 2 car garage, plus extra 32x24 garage. 22 miles to Lansing Mall. Maple Valley Schools. On main road, east of Vermontville. (CH-386) (Joe) Jarrard of Nashville; stepdaughter, Gladys Mitchell of Nashville; 12 step grand­ children; nine step great grand­ children; seven sisters-in-law, Marjorie Ostroth of Hastings, Isa Decker, Ena Johnson, both ofNashville, Ila Gray ofHast­ ings, Jessie Burkett of Eaton Rapids, L.T. Weeks of Free­ port and Dorothy Willison of Battle Creek; one brother-in­ law, Lawrence Jarrard of Nashille. She was also preceded in death by a son, Merlin Dunkelberger in 1946; two brofliers, Wayne Ostroth in 1975 and Maurice Ostroth in 1982; step­ son, Ward (Jim) Jarrard in 1983; special friend, Dominic “Doc” Marco in 1991. Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 9 at the Wren Funeral Home, Hastings with Reverend Philip L. Brown officiating. Burial was in Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kidney Foundation or Pennock Hospi­ tal I.C.U. Leslie M. Adams 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 _ HASTINGS Velma I. Jarrard, 83 ofHastings passed away Sunday, October 6,1991 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mrs. Jarrard was-born on August 3, 1908 in Maple Grove Township, Barry Coun­ ty, the daughter of Ray and Sadie (Swift) Ostroth. She was reared on the family farm in Maple Grove Township and attended the Dunham School, graduating from Hastings High school. She was married to Claude Dunkelberger in 1929. They owned and operated a hard­ ware store in Lacey for many years. Mr. Dunkelberger passed away in 1957. She married Keith Jarrard in 1957. He preceded her in death in 1967. She came to live in Hast­ ings in 1982. She was a member of the Maple Grove Birthday Club and South Maple Grove E.U.B. Church. Mrs. Jarrard is survived by two nieces, Anne Ostroth and Janine Ostroth, both of Novi; two stepsons, Ross Jarrard of Battle Creek and Waynard NEAR VERMONTVILLE 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. (VL-359) 10 ACRE PARCELS - Three to choose from - blacktop road near Vermontville. (VL-359) NASHVILLE Geneva Brumm, 86 of 313 Center Court, Nashville passed away Wednesday, October 9, 1991 at Thornapple Manor, Hastings. Mrs. Brumm was bom March 5, 1905 in Castleton Township, the daughter of Ralph and May (Preston) DeVine. She was raised in Castleton Township and attended the Morgan Country School, graduating in 1923 from Nashville High School. She only missed two alumni banquets since then. She graduated from Barry County Normal in 1924 and taught school at the Norton and Beigh Rural Schools. She was married to Nelson Brumm on June 23, 1928 in Nashville. She and her husband owned and operated the Nashville Dairy from 1943 to 1955, and the Family Store in Nashville from 1955 to 1967. She assisted in the Cast­ leton Township treasurers office from 1937 to 1951 and was elected treasurer from 1951 to 1984. She was treasur­ er of the Nashville Fire and Ambulance Department from 1984 until she became ill. She was treasurer of the Nashville United Way and the Nashville Syrup Association for the past 25 years. She was active in the Nasvhille Lions Club the last 48 years and recently was presented an award for service and dedication to the Club. She served as secretary on several committees during Nashville’s Centennial and was awarded for her contributions. She was a lifetime member of the Methodist Church in Barryville and Nashville. She enjoyed needle work and embroidering. Mrs. Brumm is survived by her husband, Nelson; daught­ ers and sons-in-law, Annella and Jim Aurand of Saline, Shirlie and Don Augustine and Janice and Jerry Johnson, all of Nashville; eight grandchil­ dren; 13 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Karen Jo Lee and brother, Dale DeVine. Funeral services were held Friday, October 11 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville with Reverend Kenneth Vaught officiating. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Ambulance, Nashville Lions Scholarship Fund or the Nash­ ville United Methodist Church Building Fund. Maxine Marguerite VanBuren-France Ostroth on January 14,1920 at Maple Grove Township. She died August 14,1984. He then married Lucille Simon on September 24, 1985. She died in 1991. He farmed in Maple Grove Township from 1920 until 1957. He then went to work at Community Hospital in Battle Creek and worked at Barry County Medical Facility. In 1971 he worked at the Battle Creek stockyards until 1980. He was a member of the -Barry County Farm Bureau and the Michigan Polled Here­ ford Association of which he was a charter member. Mr. Adams is survived by his foster son, Jon Mangan and his wife, Beulah of Cadillac; grandson, Todd Leslie Mangan and granddaughter, Mrs. Scott (Tamara) Ghormley; one great grandson, Michael James Ghormley; step-daughter, Angela Hoots of Bolivar, Ohio; four step­ grandsons, two step­ greatgrandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by two sisters and five brothers. Funeral services were held Thursday, October 10 at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funer­ al Home with Reverend Jeff Mansell officiating. Burial was at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville United Methodist Church Building Fund. More Obits, page 9 TAMPA, FLORIDA Maxine Marguerite Van Buren-France, 77, of Tampa, Florida and formerly ofWood­ land passed away Saturday, October 5, 1991 in Lutz, Florida. Mrs. Van Buren-France was a resident of Woodland, wintering in Tampa, Florida for the past ten years. She was of the Methodist Faith, and was very dedicated to her family. Mrs. France is survived by eight children, Jean France of Tampa, Florida, Phyllis (Jack) Wilcox of Sunfield, Joyce (Ray) Smith of Lake Odessa, Robert (Kay) France of Hast- ings, Ronald (Peggy) France of Lake Odessa, Donald France of Tampa, Florida, Thomas France of Lake Odessa, and Richard (Charlotte) France of Woodland; 13 grandchildren and one great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Lilburn France in 1976. Graveside services were held Tuesday, October 8 at the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Hospice. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Milton C. Lamb OKEMOS Milton C. Lamb, 78 of Okemos passed away Tuesday, October 8, 1991. Mr. Lamb was born Febru­ ary 21, 1913 in Vermontville, where he returned after attend­ ing Eastern Michigan Univer­ sity to run a Hardware and Dry Goods Store that had been in his family for 70 years. In 1948 he sold the business and moved to Meridian Town­ ship where he worked for the Michigan Department of State Highways for 30 years, retiring in 1976. He also served as a part time Ingham County Sher­ iffs Deputy for 18 years and was the first police officer in Meridian Township. He was a member of the Okemos Community Church, the Friends of Historic Meri- dian, the Hope Borbas Library, the Central Michigan Law Enforcement Association, Michigan Knights ofthe High­ way, a life member of the Family Motor Coach Associa­ tion, the Masonic Lodge #255 of Nashville and the Battle Creek Elks Lodge #131. Mr. Lamb is survived by his wife, Thelma C; sister, Mrs. Hugh Whitmore of Eagle; two nieces, Mrs. Robert Moyer of Eagle and Mrs. Vem Cole of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Funeral services were held Friday, October 11 in Okemos. Memorial contributions may be made to the Okemos Community Church, P.O. Box 680, Okemos, MI. 48850 in memory of Mr. Lamb. Arrangements were made by the Gorsline-Runciman East Chapel, East Lansing. INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) NEEDED! Good “marketable" properties for 120 ACRES NOW $98,000!! AND EXTRA 40 ACRES $28,000!! Bellevue: 3 bedroom house plus farm buildings. LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! 15 miles to Battle Creek — 30 miles to Lansing. The "extra" 40 acres has been perk tested for .septic. (F-384) "qualified" buyers — country homes on small acreage, Maple Valley School District and homes In Nash­ Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary ville or Vermontville. Please give us a tall H you are thinking of selling! Hastings Mutual Insurance Company �<f b The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15. 1991 — Page 7 A 'W Wl K Vermontville Lions Club hold annual senior citizens dinner Sbs® s® >CaJ»On -SS Ssn sn JS jtSs W Kitchen work was handled by a crew of Lions, including (from left) Gene Fisher, Robert Kersten, Club President Wayne Lobert and Darwin Sampl . w w SSi ’’’Slftjj. ’’toil, f 1|| Sk SJ kS ?W *w’ SSS SSSl a®ja^. ?Maki]jj\ a'® tauiilJit ® takrtst Wisli|M!it ?©ai MdQtt fariil;*rj ^xly i^iMm ifesetf tatajifcc taw An entertaining musical program was offered by soloist Connie Holnacki of Olivet, accompanied on piano by Carol Kersten, choir director at Maple Valley High School. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The Vermontville Lions Club last Tuesday put together its fifth annual dinner for senior citizens of the community. Seventy-three seniors were present for the event, staged in the Griswold Room of the First Congregational Church. Last year, only 61 attended. “It gets bigger every year,” said Lion Gene Fisher. “A lot of the seniors sign up for the dinner when they come to the (Lions-sponsored) flu shot clinic in September.” The dinner of swiss steak and all the trimmings was prepared by the Lions with no “womanly help.” The men also handled the cooking, serving and cleanup. Preparation started at 3 p.m. when the Lions began peeling poatoes for the 7 p.m. meal. About a dozen members of the 21-member club took part in the operation. For the guests, the evening offered food and fellowship. For the hosts, it was an oppor­ tunity to show their love and appreciation of the elders in the community. After the meal, the guests adjourned to the church sanc­ tuary for a performance by soloist Connie Holnacki of Olivet. Accompanied by pianist Carol Kersten, Holnacki offered a wide selec­ tion of love songs, both old and new. The audience also ap­ preciated her lively version of “Second-hand Rose” and the spirited rendition of “Climb Every Mountain,” which cap- Senior citizens of the area enjoyed a swiss steak dinner prepared and served by the local Lions club, billed as "the sweetest club in the world." ped the show. The Lions recognized special honorees at the gather­ ing, awarding cherry pies to the oldest man, oldest woman and longest married couple in attendance. At age 98, Dean Rogers qualifed as winner in the first category. Hermina Southern, 90, was the oldest lady pre­ sent. Robert and Helen (Frith) Todd, married 59 years, took top honors in that category. Adding to the fiin, Rogers delighted the audience by standing to sing an impromptu ditty entitled, “The Life of Every Grafter.” Blackwood group to perform in area jj M Ha In Have a SAFE and Bewitching Halloween! tffr i Eitoxfii ta'~gaEiijd’S’ gj-2 faijltoWta ... AT... rffli fcfcitoWj fc tun. ftiBityJLL alfiy The VILLAGE HAIR PORT 470 East Main Street Vermontville IIfcWi* j 726-0257 5 £J , w^L frOURS: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Some evenings 5 * * S S? « m *" ' ,. m m*"' so' so ' Come to the Nashville Ambulance 'it HALLOWEEN I DANCE R Saturday, Oct. 26 • 8 PM to 1 AM • Nashville V.F.W. Music by: Kyle Christopher q Cost: s4.00 single / s6.00 couple 50/50 Raffle Door Prizes All proceeds go towards training supplies cNatute&lade AUTUMN SAVINGS VITAMIN SALE The James Blackwood Quartet, internationally known gospel quartet from Memphis, Tenn., will be featured in concert with special guests Amen at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 at Nashville Assembly of God. James Blackwood is the on­ ly living member of the original Blackwood Brothers Quartet, formed in 1934. He has received nine Grammy awards and seven Dove awards for musical ntexcellence. James and his new group made their debut in this area last April at Central Auditorium. Since then they have released one album as a quartet and another solo album by James. Other members ofthe group are Brad White, piano; Larry Ford, tenor; Ray Shelton, baritone; Ken Turner, bass. Opening the evening will be Amen, a local group made up of Denny Myers, Steve Reid and Dwight Hoffman. There is no admission charge for the concert, although a free will offering will be received. Seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Nashville Assembly of God is located at 735 Reed St., Nashville. $C19 Century-Vite Century-Vite™ Bonus Pack Vitamin C 1000 ma w/Rose Hips Vitamin E 1000 IU DLA ^WMaafudleS. $4,59 ,<»*■ Century-Vite 100+ 60 SOFTGELS 60 TABLETS Sunny Maid Children’s Chewable Multi <fr o HQ > <uy V 100 TABLETS 30 TABLETS $C69 OysterShell Calcium „500 mg, Bonus Pack Essential Balance' Bonus Pack Women's 30 Day Pack j._____ Maximin™ Vitamin 30 Day Pack Stress 30 Day Pack .................... Vitamin E«joiudla............................ Lecithin wgr ..____ .... 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CAFETERIA S ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.£ " Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 “ lllllllINil■■■!BillIIIBIIIIIIt 219 Main Street, Nashville, Michigan 852-0845 OPEN: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Monday thru Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1991 — Page 8 Kitchen staffs pick apples in honor of National School Lunch Week J-Ad Graphics News Service The kitchen staffs at Maple Valley Jr.- Sr. High School, Fuller Street and Maplewood elementaries last week found a unique way to help the district mark National School Lunch Week, which began Oct. 14. In a brainstorming session with high school library aide Sheila Dunn, head cook Lois Gardner came up with an idea The apples they picked in­ clude delicious, dutchess and golden blush, and will be distributed to Maple Valley students with their lunches during this week. Those participating in the apple-picking project in addi­ tion to Gardner and Dunn were Charlotte Cowell, Denice Scramlin, Gloria Hummel, Donna Mahon, Barb Gagne and Patsy Semrau. to observe the celebration in a manner that would promote good nutrition. Gardner and six other kit­ chen staff members last Wednesday afternoon drove out to Full Basket Orchard on Valley Highway, south of Vermontville, and picked seven bushels of apples. They were accompanied by Dunn, who had made arrangements with the orchard owners. Maple Valley area Boy Scouts, leaders receive "Order of Arrow Two Boy Scouts, Matt Mace and Josh Cerny, and one adult leader, Russ Cerny, from Nashville Troop No. 176 recently were accepted for membership in the Order of the Arrow. The induction ceremony, called the ordeal, was con­ ducted at Camp Gerber during the weekend of Sept. 13-15. It is the first step toward full membership. The Order of the Arrow was founded by Dr. E. Umer Goodman and Carroll A. Ed­ son in 1915 at the Treasure Island Camp of the Philadelphia Council, Boy Scouts of America. It became an official experiment in 1922 and was approved as part of Among those picking apples for Maple Valley students were (standing, from left) Charlotte Cowell, Denice Scramlin, Sheila Dunn and Lois Gardner. Children accompanying their moms on the fun outing were (from left) Jennifer Dunn, Matthew Scramlin and Jeremy Dunn. Hot Lunch Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 16 Ravioli, cheese stix, peas, fruit jello, butter sandwich. Thursday, Oct. 17 Pizza, com, pineapple. Friday, Oct. 18 Chicken nuggets/dip, mashWinning Order of the Arrow acceptance were (from left) ed potatoes, butter, peach, butter sandwich. Matt Mace, Russ Cerny and Josh Cerny. the scouting program in 1934. In 1948, the order became an official part of the national camping program of the Boy Scouts of America. The purpose ofthe order is: 1. To recognize those scouts who best exemplify the scout oath and law in their dai­ ly lives. 2. To develop and maintain camping traditions and spirit. 3. To promote scout camping. 4. To crystalize the scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others. Matt Mace began his scouting career in June 1988 and has obtained first class rank. He is presently the senior patrol leader in the troop. Josh Cerny began his scouting career in August 1988 and has obtained star rank. He is presently quarter­ master in the troop. Russ Cerny has been an assistant scoutmaster with the Nashville troop for the past two years, and has been ac­ tively involved in the high adventure trips taken by Troop 176. — COMMUNITY — Halloween Party POST 8260 V.F.W. NASHVILLE October 31 • 6-10 p.m. • Dance Contest (Older Children) • Games & Prizes (Ail Ages) • Refreshments NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics Dr. Michael Callton • Back Pain • Neck Pain • Headaches • Leg & Arm Pains • Numbness & Tingling • Work Injuries • Auto Injuries • Sports Injuries NEW PATIENT PATI SPECIAL । Examination, X-Rays, । and Treatment......................................................... | MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES 10/22/91 | Pets PET Ph. 852-2070 FOR SALE two bedroom mobile home, on a city lot in Nashville. $9,500. 852-2031. | 945-4493 or 1-800-866-4493 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL • INDUSTRIAL Clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK-UPS • MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS LANDFILL Tuesday, Oct. 22 Cheeseburger/bun, french fries, peach, cookie. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 16 *Salad, *Pizza, beans, peaches. baked Thursday, Oct. 17 ♦Salad, *Spaghetti, *Tuna Sandwich, green beans, pears, roll and butter, salad bar. Friday, Oct. 18 ♦Salad, *Tacos, lettuce/cheese, com, apple. Monday, diet. 21 ♦Salad, *Pizza, peas, apple. 90 Gallon Karl Service Available Loading apples on a pickup truck for transport to the local schools are (from left) Patsy Semrau, Donna Mahon, Gloria Hummel and Barb Gagne. Beautiful autumn weather added a festive spirit to the project. Race Carswap Meet at the Ionia Fairgrounds, Ionia, Ml Sunday, October 20 Tuesday, Oet. 22 Refreshments and Booths Available For reservations, call... ♦Salad, *Hamburger/bun, ♦Cheeseburger/bun, green beans, peaches, cookies, no salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Note: Milk is served with each7 meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. Wills and trusts program planned lings Sanitary Service, Serving Hastings & Barry County Communities Since 1950 most Real Estate Most Insurances Accepted — Open 6 Days a Week 127 S. Main St., Nashville GROOMING, breeds. 517-852-0728. Monday, Oct. 21 Scalloped potatoes and cheese, peas, pear, tuna sandwich. Maple Valley Community Education will offer a pro­ gram on wills and trusts presented by Ronald Boldt of Asset Financial Services Inc. of Grand Ledge. The program will be held Monday, Oct. 21st at 7 p.m. in the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. For more information, or to register for the class, call the Maple Valley Community Education office at 852-9275. 616-527-9687 OF 616-527-3361 ADMISSION — *2.00 A Nashville a V Little League v Football Players The FOOTBALL BANQUET wv will be held Tuesday, October 22nd at 6:00 p.m. at Maple Valley High School. We will be having desserts wy only. Please bring one dessert to Wy ®p ass. Table service and drinks will be provided. /B We hope to see you all there. Y Any Questions— Call: 852-1852 oo o �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1991 _Page 9 Obituaries Continued from page 6— William Lee Thompson NASHVILLE - William Lee Thompson, 36 of 211 North State Street, Nashville, passed away Saturday, October 12, 1991 at Blodgett Hospital, Grand Rapids after a short illness. Mr. Thompson was born on March 26, 1955 in Mulliken, the son ofWilliam E. and Joan­ ne (Piercefield) Thompson. He was raised in Mulliken and attended school there. He graduated in 1974 from Grand Ledge High School and has lived in Nashville the past 10 years. Mr. Thompson was married to Claudia Kay Reynolds on October 17,1981 in Nashville. He was a member of the Nashville Zoning Board, Masonic Lodge #255, Nashvil­ le and collected baseball cards and antiques. Mr. Thompson is survived by his wife, Claudia; children, David, Sara and Billy all at home; mother Joanne Thomp- son, of Charlotte; father, William E. Thompson of St. Louis, Missouri; brothers and sisters-in-law, Terry and Robin Thompson of St. Louis, Missouri, Jerry and Becky Thompson of Odessa, Texas, Jimmy Thompson of St. Louise, Missouri; sister and brother-in-law, Amy and Mark Young ofCharlotte, Tina Hine of Hastings; grandmother, Hazel Bloom of Mulliken; several nieces and nephews and many friends. Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 15 at Nash­ ville Assembly of God with Reverend Robert Taylor offi­ ciating. Burial was at Lake­ view Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Bill Thompson Memorial Fund. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home. Helen M. Seller___ KERRVILLE, TEXAS Helen M. Seller, 80,ofKerrvil­ le, Texas and formerly of Nashville passed away May 25, 1991 in Texas. Mrs. Seller was bom on June 3,1911 at Manistique, the daughter of George and Lena Gayar. She was raised in Manis­ tique and Detroit and attended schools there, graduating in 1929. She was married to Earl Seller on May 20, 1939 at TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml » 616-527-2724 Manistique. The couple moved to Nashville in 1974. Earl died in 1977. She was employed as a school teacher in Whitedale. She was a member ofNash­ ville United Methodist Church and the Women’s Group there. She enjoyed reading. Mrs. Seller is survived by daughter, Marilyn Lindquist, Kerrville, Texas; son, Daniel Seller, Sault St. Marie; grand­ son, Kevin Lindquist, Los Angeles, California. She was preceded in death by grandson Kent Lindquist in 1987. Also five sisters. Graveside memorial services will be held Wednes­ day, October 16 at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville with Reverend Kenneth Vaught officiating. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville United Methodist Church. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home. Nelson Brisbin __ HASTINGS - Nelson Bris­ Battle Creek; two sisters Anita bin, 68, of 3638 River Park Curtis, Hastings; Nina Rags­ Road, Hastings Township dale, Cheyenne, Wyoming; passed away Friday, October father-in-law Clyde Ruffner, 11,1991 at Thomapple Manor Nashville; sister-in-law, Janet where he had been the past Brisbin, Galesburg. year. He was preceded in death by Mr. Brisbin was bom on four brothers including his October 31, 1922 at Carlton twin brother Neil who died in Center, the son of George and World War H. Ivah (Wilson) Brisbin. Funeral services were held He was raised in Carlton Sunday, October 13 at Wilcox Center and Coats and attended Cemetery, Maple Grove schools there. Township with full Military He served with the Army Honors by American Legion during World War n receiving Post #45 from Hastings. several medals for battles in Burial was at Wilcox Central Europe. Cemetery, Maple Grove His marriage to Dorothy Township. Burpee ended in divorce. He Arrangements were made married Mary Ellen Shapely by Maple Valley Chapelon June 3, 1987 in Hastings. Genther Funeral Home, They have lived at their present Nashville. address the past 11 years; Memorial contributions previous he lived in Ceresco. may be made to Barry Area He was a farmer most ofhis Hospice or American Cancer life and retired from Clark Society. Equipment Company in Battle Creek as a hydraulic mechanic. He also worked for Royal Business Services Coach in Hastings. BANKRUPTCY LEGAL He was a member ofAmeri­ can Legion Post #45 in Hast­ Services. First consultation free. ings and the American Associ­ Fees fully explained in advance. ation of Retired Persons. He Call 945-3512 for appointment. was an excellent woodworker. BOBCAT SERVICES Mr. Brisbin is survived by Backhoe bam cleaning, general wife Mary Ellen; son Michael excavating, sand and gravel Brisbin, Benton Harbor; delivery. Lowest rates. daughter Diana Brisbin, Cere- 1-517-852-2278. sco; two grandsons; two step­ DUMP RUNS (large or small) sons Clyde and Lewis Tread­ call Bob at 945-5501._____ well; step-daughter Sylvia LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW Smith; 11 step-grandchildren; OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. three brothers, Robert Brisbin, 458 S. Main St. Phone Grand Rapids; Kenneth Bris­ 517-726-1379. Open Monday bin, Arizona; Roy Brisbin, thru Friday. Satellite Service. 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Your Care-Free storm door comes in a choice of colors, sizes, and styles. Retail value $103-$125. Our heating/cooling thermostat is a White-Rodgers 1F93-1 Digital Comfort­ Set® . It comes pre-programmed, but can be easily custom programmed to fit any household’s demand. Temperature can also be adjusted as needed without changing the programming. An energy saving must for any home! Retail value $138.50. HOMETOWN^ S LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville [MasterCard.] (SB OK CREDIT 852-0882 ] *74,’ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1991 — Page 10 Brumm remembered, next spring. The successful Nashville Centennial celebration in 1969 also was sparked by the volunteerism of Geneva Brumm. She received several special awards in recognition of her work on that project. Last November, Geneva and Nelson Brumm were honored by the Nashville Lions Club for more than 46 years of dedicated service to the organization. Lions Club dignitaries from throughout the region were present for that occasion, as they were at the funeral services Friday. For many years Geneva volunteered as the '‘phone person" for the local Lions, calling the individual members each month to take reservations for their dinner meetings. In the past the Brumms also have been involved with the Nashville Chamber of Com- Fire prevention, from front if it is hot before opening it, and then crawling close to the floor until out of danger. He said families should have a pre-arranged meeting spot outside the house, and each child should immediately go there. He also warned them against attempting to re-enter the house for any reason. The children also learned the “Stop, drop and roll” pro­ cedure to extinquish flames if their clothing is afire. He also told them never to hide from a fire, even if they are guilty of causing it by mis-use of mat­ ches, lighters, etc. “Have two (pre-planned) ways out,” Smith cautioned the children. “Ifyou can’t get out by the door, go out by the window.” In the case ofa second-story window, one sou wnow, should lean ean oout and shout for help, he said. merce. They were in business here for a number of years, owning and operating the Nashville Dairy for a dozen, years and, later, the Family Store on Main Street for an equal length of time. • The contributions of the Brumms to the Nashville com­ munity were summed up in a tribute by Lions Region 4 Chairman Michael Stone of Otsego at last November’s dinner: “People have had their lives made better because of your efforts.” Representative of the local organizations Geneva had served over the years, served Friday as her casket bearers. They were Kim Hansen and Chief Douglas Yarger, of the fire department; Rod Scramlin and Pat Powers, of the ambulance department; and Norman Stanton and Castleton Township Super­ visor Justin Cooley, Lions Club. Have something to advertise? call the Maple Valley News Reach over 4,500 area homes! Call Today 945-9554 Losing Interest On Your CDs? If you’re one of millions of Americans who have Certificates of Deposit maturing in October, you may be in for a big shock. Since interest rates have been on the decline, your renewal rate may not be as high. If you’d like to find out about acceptable invest­ ment alternatives that will keep your money working as hard as it can. Stop in or call us today. STOCKS & BONDS MUTUAL FUNDS Registered Representative “If you must exit through smoke, the cleanest air will be several inches off the floor,” Smith told the students. “Get down on your hands and knees, crawl low, and go, go, go.” He said they should first get out, then call the fire department from a neighbor’s home. Ackett donned full firefighting gear to help allay fears that children may have had of a fireman in action. The youngsters also had an opportunity to see various tools used in combating fires. At the conclusion of the presentation they were invited outside to see one of Nashville’s fully-equipped fire trucks on display. Each child was given a packet of materials and gifts promoting fire prevention. Geneva Brumm, longtime Nashville booster, is seen in this file photo with her husband Nelson at the November 1990 Lions Club dinner honoring the cou­ ple's contributions to the local community. Nashville Scouts and families to visit Bowens Mills Oct. 19 Tiger and Cub Scouts of Nashville Pack No. 3176 are planning an outing at historic Bowens Mills, north of Gun Lake, Saturday, Oct. 19. The visit to the mill will give scouts an opportunity to see the French Voyageur Liv­ ing History Encampment slated for that day. Also on the agenda are a hayride and refreshments of cider and doughnuts. The cost is $2 per person. The scouts and their families are to meet at Fuller Street school at 3 p.m. to car pool. Scouts must wear their scout shirts or bring their I.D. cards. Scouts are to call their leaders by Oct. 18 to make reservations. This gathering will be the October Pack meeting. If any boy missed signing up for Scouts this year or if any have questions about the Bowens Mills outing, they may call Scoutmaster Tim Rumsey, 852-9695. The children were interested in seeing Jason Ackett in his heavy firefighting gear, which in total weighed about as much as one of them. LIMITED PARTNERSHIPS STANLEY A. TRUMBLE C.L.U. from front page Calendar of Events MARINER FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. Securities Broker / Dealer Member NASD / SIPC Supervising Branch Office Located at: 5100 E. Saginaw Hwy., Grand Ledge, Ml 48837 • Ph. 627-1181 178 S. Main St., Box 160, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Phone 726-0580 REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS UNIT INVESTMENT TRUSTS GOLF COURSE 955 N. Main (M-66), Nashville (517) 852-0760 Start Your Christmas Shopping at our Gift & Pro Shop... MasterCard & VISA Welcome Scrambles Wednesday Morning. Wednesday Evening. 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October 21 - Annual Agricultural Society Meeting - Vote; 12 p.m.-8 p.m. and Meeting; 8 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds, Hastings. October 23 - 4-H Dairy Development Committee, 8 p.m., Lisa Stevens Home. October 24 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m.. Expo Center, Fairgrounds. October 26 - Regional 4-H Folkpattems Workshop, Grand Rapids 4-H Center. October 28 - 4-H Awards Program, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds, Hastings. October 28 - Extension Advisory Board Meeting, 7 p.m., Ex­ tension Office. November 2 - MAEH sponsored Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m., Hastings Middle School. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) — hours COBB 65^525 Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. lic. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • I’A" pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks — 8 a rT1-to 5 p.m. M“S;n,u 726-0319 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville �\X. S*XWJ *XSWy SJ'is SSyS'is w&s SuSr*& NS The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15. 1991 __Page 11 Property tax reform meeting planned at Extension Service Recycling procedure illustrated at library The Eaton Cooperative Ex­ tension Service is offering an informative meeting on “Understanding Property Tax Reform” to allow county residents an opportunity to ex­ plore all the alternatives being suggested and the effect on families, local units of government and services depending on the alternatives. Dr. Lynn Harvey, associate professor on public policy and Extension specialist in public policy, will be the presenter. The program is scheduled for Tuesday evening, Oct. 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Com­ munity Room of Charlotte Ci­ ty Hall. This program is the first of four public policy forums be­ ing sponsored by the Leader­ ship Eaton II project, spon­ sored by the Eaton Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice. In Leadership II, par­ ticipants have began a second year of identifying and understanding the critical issues facing state and local The proper methods of preparing materials for deposit at the new community recycling drop site at Carl’s Market are illustrated on this attactive display at Putnam Public Library. Assistant Librarian Ruth Brown shows the board that was recently placed by Jane Norton, coordinator of Recycling in Barry County (RiBC). It details procedures for handling all items ac­ cepted at the site, Including plastic milk jugs, glass bottles and jars, cans and aluminum items. Informa­ tional brochures also are provided. Wu Wulffs Body Talk Positive attitude is best medicine Eaton Extension plans clinic on environment BY Michael N. Callton, D.C. mnlereslsliiMijtaiWili rgSsiggeor, «tt'rtki«jW 3CfSollll6fll. In these days of “Star Wars” technology and super sophisticated medical surgeries, sometimes it’s hard to believe that there is something about every one of us that puts these in­ ovations to shame: our own minds and bodies. And with all of our amazing new drugs, there is not one that can compares in overall healing power to our own positive attitudes. The human brain controls our bodies by using the nervous system to direct every bodily function. Ifthe mind is gunked up with thoughts of depression and negativity, then messages from the brain to the nervous system are altered, resulting in abnormal bodily functions and disease. Folks with good attitudes are going to be healthier and hap­ pier than others with crummy attitudes. Sure, there are excep­ tions to the statement, but in the overall picture, this will be true. I recommend the book “Love, Medicine and Miracles,” by Bernie Segal, M.D. Dr. Segal is a cancer surgeon who over the years has found that a positive attitude to one’s own health can give a person a higher chance of healing from deadly cancers. The American Medical Association notes that stress is one of America’s biggest health problems. Stress at work or home can lead to not just mental disease, but also heart disease, colon disease and back pain, to name a few. This relates to our conversation about attitude. If a person is in a stressful situation, but is positive about it, he or she will be better off than a person in a non-stressful situation, but is stressed and negative over it. The attitude is powerful. It influences the brain, that runs your body. Keep it positive, you’ll be healthier for it. FACTORY WORKERS *«? «? Allo area company has sanding, bulling, and light assembly openings available. High starling wages for the nonexperienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope­ nings coming In every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be given Immediate consideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal I.D. Never a fee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. Have something to sell...advertise in The Maple Valley News... Reach over 4,500 area homes! CENTURY FURNACE High 90 Plus — Beacon i I Seruices I Inc. <eoe> Three Bldgs. South of corner of M-37/44th Street or 4595 Broadmqor, S.E., Suite 150) (located in the Kent-1 wood, Corporate • * Complex)* t E.o.t VFW officers join Tow Wow’ V.F.W. Post No. 8260 Nashville and Ladies Aux­ iliary officers who attended the annual “Pow Wow” at Boyne Mountain in September were: Williams Nichols, 8th District Senior Vice Com­ mander; Victoria Banks, 8th District Senior Vice Presi­ dent; Elizabeth Nichols, 8th District Guard; and Leona Decker, Ladies Auxiliary member. Ladies Auxiliary of Post 8260 also donated $231.50 from special bingo for the Maple Valley track fund. Ladies Auxiliary members also are planning a community Halloween Party for Oct. 31. Prizes and refreshments will be given out. All children in the community are invited. Open house to honor area nurse APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN 8:30 A.M. • 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY 698-7979 The Eaton Cooperative Ex­ tension Service will provide an overview of three en­ vironmental issues, solid waste, water quality and recycling efforts, as they af­ fect Eaton County and its families, at a program Satur­ day, Oct. 26. Allen Krizek, Extension director, will speak on water quality and provide informa­ tion from two years, of research by Michigan State University on nitrates in coun­ ty ground water. Angela Morris, Extension resource recovery agent, will deal with the issue of solid waste and how the county as a whole will implement the state mandated plan. She also will provide a summary of how recycling is working and what needs to be done to recapture reusable resources. • Air Conditioning • Sales & Service We also do custom sheet metal work walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 The children ofFran Morris will have an open house celebrating her retirement from Pennock Hospital after 35 years of nursing. The open house will be Sun­ day, Oct. 27, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Central United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall in Lake Odessa. Cake and refreshments will be served. Mrs. Morris has four children, seven stepchildren and 18 grandchildren. The program also includes a tour ofthe Dimondale Recycl­ ing Cen ter. The program will take place at the Presbyterian Church of Dimondale, 162 Bridge St., (downtown) from 8:30 to ll:30 a.m. Free continental breakfast will be served. Advance registration is re­ quired. Call the Eaton Exten­ sion office at 543-2310 or 372-5594 to reserve a seat. This program is being offered through the Leadership Eaton educational series. There is no charge. units of government. Pre-registration is required. Call the Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594 to reserve a seat. There is no charge. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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The Lions improved to 6­ 0 overall without a convincing 48-0 rout of the Tigers. Maple Valley, which has already clinched a share of the SMAA title, will look to claim the championship outright when it visits Bellevue. Maple Valley pounded the Baldwin defense for 391 yards on the ground on 44 carries. The Lions, who lost three fumbles themselves, also capitalized on eight turnovers and limited the Tiger offense to 40 yards rushing on 22 attempts. "Our defense was very sound," coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said of the game. "We gave up only 113 yards and recovered seven fumbles. "Our special teams were also very good. Baldwin had terrible field position all night." The defense, which held firm on a couple of goal-line stands, including one just before the half, was led by Mike Trowbridge with eight tackles, and Darrel Stine, who had five tackles, four sacks, and a pair of fumble recoveries. Trowbridge, Brent Stine, Tom Snyder, Tom Scott, and Jason Jayvee gridder team suffers 1st loss The Maple Valley junior varsity football team suffered its first loss of the season Thursday night, falling to a strong Pennfield team 34-6. The junior Lions rolled up 331 yards in total offense, but penalties and turnovers stalled many scoring drives. On the offensive side of the ball, Randy Jarrard racked up 71 yards on 12 carries and Gabe Priddy had a fine night passing, hitting eight of 13 for 107 yards. Rich Furlong had three receptions from 42 yards and Jon Mitchell caught two for 34 yards. Defensively, the Lions got 10 tackles each from Matt Reid and Chris Miller. Mit­ chell recovered his fourth fumble this season. The Lions will try to get back on track this week when they will be host to Bellevue. Game time is 7 o'clock. Frosh girls drop pair in basketball The M.V. girls traveled to Charlotte on Monday losing a close game 30-27. The girls had a chance to tie Nashville's Jr. High finishes season with 14-0 over Lake O The Nashville seventh and eighth grade football team beat Lake Odessa 14-0 Satur­ day to finish the season with a 5-1 record. This was the fourth shut out for Nashville this year. The defense has been ex- cellent, as Nashville has allowed only 20 points in six games. Basic football, good block­ ing and speed together with sound teamwork moved the offense down the field to score twice. Vermontville 3rd and 4th grade gridders top Nashville The Vermontville third and fourth grade football team defeated Nashville Saturday. The only score came in the third quarter, when Justin VanAlstine ran 54 yards for a touchdown. He also took the ball in for the two-point conversion. Van Alstine rushed for 104 yards on 12 carries and led the Vermontville defense with 11 tackles. the game, but missed a threepoint shot at the buzzer. Dana Hasselback led the Lions in scoring with seven points, followed by Meagan McLaughlin and Allison Burpee with six each. Hasselback also was top re­ bounder with 13. Thursday the Lions went to Middleville which has not lost a game this year. Middleville scored the first 14 points of the game before Valley came back to within 6 at the end of the second quarter. The 3rd quarter was low scoring with each team tally­ ing only three points. The Lions went cold in the fourth falling 50-26. Hasselback scored seven points, followed by McLaughlin with four. Hasselback and McLaughlin were top rebounders, while Hasselback also had 11 block­ ed shots. The Lions will play DeltonKellogg at home this Thursday. Byington also recovered fumbles, while Scott English recorded an interception. Offensively, the Lions clicked without running back Aaron Patrick, who was out with an injury. Jeremy Reynolds carried 15 times for 143 yards and scored four touchdowns, while English filled in admirably with 106 yards on nine tries. Nick Grinnage added 85 yards on just four attempts. A freak play started the Maple Valley rout. The Lions fumbled, and a Baldwin player returned the ball to the MV 30-yard line, where he was hit by English, causing a fumble, The Vermontville seventh and eighth grade football team was defeated by Woodland Saturday 16-0. Wodland scored the first touchdown against Vermont­ ville in the first quarter and at half time led 8 to 0 For the offense, Wayne Moore carried the ball a total of 108 yards, while Damon Patrick added 70 yards. Invitational this past Saturday. Cheri Sessions led the Lions, finishing 10th out of 166 runners. Her time of 19:58.1 made her only the se- cond girl ever to run under 20 minutes in a 3.1 mile race at Maple Valley. The time also made her the fastest sophomore ever to run at Maple Valley’s Cheri Sessions receives her plaque for 10th place at this past weekend s Greater Lansing Invitational. Maple Valley, breaking the old record of 20:31 held by Cindy Furlong. Also placing for the Lions were Spring Javor, who finished 68th with her fastest time ever of 21:45. Michelle Gidner finished 114th with her fastest time of the year of 23:19; freshman Jenny M. Helstaedt finished 118th, run­ ning her fastest time ever of 23: 30; and Alicia Golovich placed 136th, running her se­ cond fastest time ever of 24: 24. The girls’ dual meet record now stands at 3-6 as they lost a dual meet last Tuesday to Bellevue. For the boys at the Greater Lansing Invitational, Steve Ainsworth finished 44th and Matt Bowen 58th out of 177 runners. Ainsworth’s time of 17:07 was his fastest time of the year, and Bowen’s time of 17:19 is his fastest time ever. The boys’ dual meet record is 0-10 as they have not field­ ed a complete team all season. See gridders, page 13 The Maple Valley 8th grade basketball team defeated Bellevue 25-18 Monday. Bellevue’s size controlled most of the rebounding, but Maple Valley did most of the scoring. The defense was led by Jason Trowbridge who had an interception for return of 25 yards. Lucas Forquer led the team with the five tackles while Jay Hokanson and Moore followed with four each. Vermontville’s last game is Saturday, Oct. 19th when they play Sunfield in Vermontville. Nashville 5th and 6th grade gridders drop Saranac 34-0 The Nashville fifth and sixth grade football team defeated Saranac Saturday, 34-0. Chris Gonser and Andy Olosen scored two touchdowns each and Matt Rose added a touchdown. Trent Harvey led the defense with 10 tackles, while Chris Gonschrad and and An­ dy Adams had five. Chris Hartwell had 1 interception; Chris Eazy had 1 fumble recovery. Last week Nashville tied Sunfield 6-6. and Dayton Walker throwing key blocks. With 4:18 left in the half, Reynolds added a third touchdown on another 5-yard run. He also added the twopoint conversion. Reynolds scored still again Maple Valley 8th grade gals take Bellevue, Saranac Vermontville 7th - 8th grade gridders lose 16-0 M.V. girls cross-country 20th at Lansing meet With 28 schools represented and 24 of them with complete teams, the Maple Valley girls cross-country team finished 20th at the Greater Lansing which was recovered by Darrel Stine. English's 53-yard run to the eight set up a 5-yard run by Reynolds. Brian Carpenter's conversion made it 7-0. Then, after a blocked punt, Reynolds scored again on a quick pitch with Darrel Stine Sunfield scored on the first play of the game on a 53-yard run. Nashville came right back on a 16-yard run. Then the defense took over. Gonser had nine tackles, while Leonard Hooks had six. Nick Blakely had an intercep­ tion and Chris Ewing had a fumble recovery. The Lions led the whole game but could not pull away from the bigger Bellevue team. Leading scorers were Nichole Kirwin with eight points and Nicole Reid with seven points. Tracy Hickey and Samantha Ashley had five steals apiece. Thursday MV hosted Saranac, winning 30-25. For MV Kirwin had 14 points (scoring all eight points in the fourth quarter), seven rebounds and seven steals. Hickey, Reid and Ashley each added four. Hickey and Reid had seven and five steals respectively. Jody Hickey had 12 rebounds to help seal the win. Nashville 7th-8th grade gridders defeat Sunfield 8-0 Sunfield broke to inside the five-yard line, only to have to give up the ball on downs. Offensively, both teams had trouble getting footing in the mud, but Nashville managed 285 yards, resulting in a TD and 2 point conversion. Saturday the Jr. High team will try to improve their 4-1 record against Lake Odessa in its final game of the season. Maple Valley jayvee girl eagers split a pair The Maple Valley basket­ ball team split a pair of games last week against Lansing Christian and St. Phil. Tuesday night the Pilgrims of Lansing Christian came to town. The Lions jumped out to a quick 13-4 first quarter lead and never looked back, going on to win 35-26. Joy Stine led the Lions with 11 points and seven rebounds. Lisa Wood added 11 points, and Linette Snyder nine points and 10 rebounds. Wednesday night the Lions traveled to St. Phil and lost a heartbreaker 33-32. Maple Valley jumped out to a quick 13-6 first quarter lead but turnovers in the second half gave the- Tigers the chance they needed, and with twenty seconds to go they sank two free throws to take the lead for good. Stine led the Lions with nine points and nine rebounds. Snyder and Stacee Hawkins added seven points each, and Alice Moore added four points and eight rebounds. The JV record is now 6-6. Maple Valley High Schools weekly school ACTIVITIES Tuesday, Oct. 15 - J.V. and Varsity girls basketball, away, Lansing Christian, 6 p.m. Cross Country, away, St. Philip, 5 p.m Wednesday, Oct. 16 - No Sports scheduled. Thursday, Oct. 17 - Jr. High girls basketball, away, Pennfield, 4:30 p.m. Fresh girls basketball, home, Delton, 4:30 p.m. Cross Country, away. Lakewood, 4:30 p.m. J.V. Football, home, Bellevue, 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 - Varsity Football, away, Bellevue 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 Cheerleading Competition at Bellevue, 10 a..m. Monday, Oct. 21 - Jr. Hi. girls tournament begins, M.V. vs. Wayland, 4 p.m. at Hastings. �This float carried Maplre Valley's seventh and eighth grade football team. Royalty crowned in rainy halftime ceremonies were King and Queen Darrel Stine and Dawn Root (at left) and Prince and Princess Gabe Priddy and Retha Byrd. * Sft Sf .. Tft? ■*^» ikjjjj ■^» ikjjjj* >C ^3?’a SIL^ ' * *! Lt t ^ II’w-* 1 (ISM Mtt t« **ki A chilling message was given in the float entered by the Maple Valley Chapter of Students Against Drunk Driving. kHktaitfc hte**1 . , R?™te OtedjMtak Mi sal® in The senior class earned the spirit trophy for the week. Their float showed Lions ORM missile. hWk t HB. Xiiiisfeail! al’pamtffli jEiift Ir.H^ rfiytifiKtaH 2*1 ^hkOtai BiWBtDerftJesasx takab^ -* iWS^JJjJ! jS>J « ?.?*■-" ?. * wfe we wf *>«!<•* • $>'* 10 O 'L second halfkickoff downfield and English capped the drive off with a 7-yard run. Tony Eye scored on a 12-yard jaunt midway through the fourth quarter, and Jack Cripe tallied the final Maple Valley touchdown. Cripe's score was set up by a 60yard run by Grinnage. The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters provided refreshments for both teams. The players had a chance to meet each other offthe field. Bellevue, which is 3-3 overall, has played tough at home, according to Mittelstaedt, having won three of four decisions. The junior class showed a tank saying, "The mother of all games", took top $50 prize awarded by the student council. • �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1991 — Page 14 Maple Valley Junior-Senior High planning Parent-Teacher conferences Oct. 23,24,25 Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School will have parent/teacher conferences on Oct. 23, 24 and 25. Faculty members will be located in the gym during the following time periods: Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 1 to Nashville P.T.O. NEWS Oct. 16 - Kick off date for Fall Fund Raiser. Main goal for P.T.O. is to help purchase computers and computer equipment this year. Oct. 29 - Family Pumpkin Decorating Contest. More details to come. Oct. 23, 24, 25 - Parent Teacher Conferences. New basketball poles, backboards and rims to be installed at Kellogg School. Looking for a few volunteers to help put them in. Call Ann Taylor, 852-0784 if you can help. Theme for School Carnival this year will be “Story Books” to coincide with National Reading Month. Tentative date of March 6 is set for carnival. 4 p.m.; Thursday, Oct. 24, from 1 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday, Oct. 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. Student report cards will be issued to parents upon their arrival at conferences. Report cards for those not in atten­ dance will be issued on Mon­ day, Oct. 28. Teachers and administration strongly urge all parents to at­ tend these conferences. It is an opportunity to build a positive relationship with the students’ teachers and discuss ways to make every student successful. If parents have any ques­ tions, they may contact Prin­ cipal Larry Lenz at 852-9275. 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"It was one of those games that could have went either way," Lion coach Jerry Reese said. "We needed to be a little more poised at the end ofthe game." Also plaguing the Maple Valley cause was the fact that St. Philip canned five of six second-half free throw attempts. The Lions hit just one of two, as the Tigers were whistled for only one foul. Jennifer Phenix scored 12 points to lead Maple Valley. Janet Boldrey added 11. Tuesday the Lions routed In the Service- Lansing Christian 50-24. Maple Valley jumped out quickly, claiming a 13-4 first-quarter lead, and never looked back. Phenix scored 10 points, while Kelly Eastman hit double figures for the first time, also netting 10. Boldrey chipped in eight, had six steals and shared rebounding honors with Phenix with eight. Maple Valley will play Lansing Christian again tonight. Superintendent’s Comer All our children BY Dr. Ozzie D. Parks A community member commented recently, “I don’t understand how anyone can fail to support our schools and kids, even ifthey don’t have children of their own in schools. I think of all of them as my children.” That was a refreshing and encouraging statement, especially since we have been told that only one of four community members in the average community has children of school age.” I was reminded ofthe moral ofthe stage play recently attend­ ed by some of our community members, titled “All My Sons.” The play was a tragedy primarily because the main character put his own interests and financial gain ahead of the interests of the pilots who flew planes with engines which his company produced and which he knew to be defective. Many young men died, including one of his own sons. How sad! School are something like the company in the play and the plane engines are like the education in the minds and bodies which carry our young people on the mission of life. To put our own interests above those of our youngsters is a tragedy, similar to that in the play. This tragedy becomes a reality any time we fail to remember that they are all our children, and they deserve the best schools and education possible. Trinity J. Loy Army National Guard Pvt. Trinity J. Loy has completed basic training at Fort Sill, Okla. During the training, students received instruction in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tac­ tics, military courtesy, military justice, first aid, and Army history and traditions. Loy is the son of Judy A. Loy of 11451 Lawrence Highway, Nashville. Births announced BOY, Matthew Peter Jansen, bom Oct. 6 at 2:29 p.m. to Mike and Sherry (Morris) Jansen of Forest Grove, Oregon, weighing 7 lbs., 4 ozs., 21 in. long. Proud grandparents are Jonnie and Barbara Morris of Vermont­ ville and Wilbur Jansen of Forest Grove, Oregon. BOY & GIRL TWINS, born Sept. 28 at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. 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Noshvill* Vol. |JO - No 13 — Tuevfoy October 22 1991 Spook Night’ is Oct. 29 at Putnam Public Library by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Ghosts, goblins, and many other eerie things await youngsters who attend “Spook Night” at Putnam Public Library from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Oct. 29. The event is open to children of all ages. The very young, however, must be ac­ companied by adults or older children. “Spook Night" is a new adventure at the library. It is sponsored by Putnam Friends of the Library, in cooperation with the Putnam Public Library Board, the library staff, and the Nashville Woman's Literary Club. “It will be scary," said FOL spokesperson Joy Peake “We are really putting on quite a production.” She said the event is being held in conjunction with Na­ tional Library Month in October. Children will wend their way through a maze of Hallo­ ween "horrors” inside the library. Dominic Morawski of Vermontville is designing numerous exciting sets that will be placed along a cir­ cuitous one-way path leading from the front entry way to the back door of the main floor. Halloween attire is optional. Children may wear costumes if they wish, said Dr. Michael Callton. FOL President. The Woman's Literary Club will award prizes for best costumes by age category. “We will take the phone numbers (of the costumed children as they pass through) and will announce the winners at the end ofthe evening.” ex­ plained Califon. He said that in addition to the costume prizes, small gifts will be presented to all youngsters attending "Spook Night." Carl's Market is furnishing refreshments of cider and donuts. The event is free and is open to all children in the community with the stipula­ tion that parents provide supervision for the younger ones. Behavior problems create problems at Maplewood by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The problem of how to han­ dle a few special education students with '‘very violent” behavior prompted a lively discussion at the Maple Valley Board of Education meeting last Monday. The students, numbering less than half a dozen, arc among several enrolled al Vermontville's Maplewood Elementary in an innovative inclusion program. Michigan’s “least restrictive enrivonment" law encourages integration of special educa­ tion students with the general school population. Dr. Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley superintendent, said that recently two students were suspended for 10 days, the maximum span allowed at elementary level. “We should have a back-up room where we could send 1i This school system cannot afford one teacher for two students. There’s no way possible now; we don’t have that kind of space or the $25,000 to $30,000 per y j year for a teacher. — Harold Stewart these students when they are not fitting in (their regular classroom)/* suggested Parks. “This has been a disruptive situation; we don't normally suspend elementary students.” Beverley Black, special education coordinator, said the problem students are part of a combined fifth and sixth grade classroom established last year. Half the childen are special education students while the others come from the general school population. She said the new program had worked well, "to a degree.” during the last school year. Bernie Hynes, one of two teachers in that classroom, said there are more than two "very violent” children, perhaps five or six, but only two have been suspended. "Before, we managed as best we could, but they have gotten quite violent," added Black. She suggested that these children need a “more struc­ tured, smaller class size” where they can receive in­ dividual attention. As a temporary solution, Janis G— aubatz. a resource room teacher who normally works only part time, has begun full-time duties to in­ struct thc two students who have recently returned to school after suspension, A substitute teacher has been hired to fill Gaubatz *s regular post. "This school system cannot afford one teacher for two students," said Board Presi­ dent Harold Stewart. “There's no way possible now; we don’t have that kind of space (for a special classroom) or the S25.OOO to $30,000 per year for a teacher.” Black responded that the problem students are jeopar­ dizing others in the classroom. She said the school See Behavior, page 2 New principal hired at Maplewood Elementary Rebecca Eaton is welcomed to the Maple Valley Board of Education by President Harold Stewart. Eaton, a recent graduate of Cooley Law School, was appointed last Monday to fill the seat vacated by the resignation of Trustee Bea Pino. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Diane Brisette of Grand Rapids was hired last Monday evening by the Maple Valley Board of Education to become principal of Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville. She will fill the seat vacated by David Doozan, who resigned in August to become principal of Woodland Elemenary in the Lakewood School District. Brisette was one of two finalists interviewed at a public session during the board’s Oct. 14 meeting, held this month at Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville as part of a fourmonth round-robin plan to visit all buildings in the district. Jeannie Putnam, presently Chapter I director for East Grand Rapids schools, was the other candidate. The two are among 11 applicants who were interviewed earlier by a selection commiteee compris­ ed of board members and faculty representatives. Brisette formerly taught in Maine, but recently moved to Michigan when her husband was transferred here. The decision of the local board to select her was influenced in part by her immediate availabilty. Putnam, said Maple Valley Superintendent Ozzie Parks, could not assume the Maplewood post until her replacement at East Grand Rapids was hired — a process he estimated would probably result in a one or two month delay. Brisette told the board that her major teaching experience had been as a resource room teacher and that her background is in special education. See New principal, page 2 Children are looking forward to "Spook Night" at Putnam Public Library, advertised on the "wooden man" that is a regular fixture there. Clockwise (from left) are Nick and Melissa Nisse, Jessica Farroh, Billy Beden, and Norman Porter (trying out his Halloween pumpkin costume). Slow response given to school opinion survey J-Ads Graphics News Service Committee. The return of mailed Comprised of several dozen surveys seeking public opi­ community and school nions on proposed im­ volunteers working as 12 sub­ provements to Maple Valley committees, the group has Schools has been slow, accor­ analyzed various aspects of ding to Janis Gaubatz, survey school operation. For the past coordinator. eight months they have "We have close to 100 in, studied Maple Valley's pre­ but that is low considering that sent handling of curriculum over 3,000 went out,” and learning; special educa­ Gaubatz said Thursday. tion; adult education; exForms were mailed to every tracurricular and recreational household in the Maple Valley programs: buildings and sites; School District the last week transporation; food services; of September, and return had financial resources; public been sought by the first week relations; staff relations; of October. Some volunteers board, administration and have canvassed door to door management; and policies and in an attempt to collect as procedures. many of the completed forms In September, the commit­ as possible. tees submitted to the Board of The survey seeks comments Education a report of findings on recommendations for im­ in each category, as well as provement suggested by the recommendations for imLong Range Planning See School Survey, page 7 In This Issue ... • Missionaries to visit area churches Oct. 27 • Additional recyclables accepted at Carl’s Market • Nashville golfers earn $3000 for charity • Ona Hinckley to mark 90th birthday Sunday �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1991 — Page 2 New principal hired , “I have a global view that is beneficial when dealing with special education,” said Brisette. Board President Harold Stewart asked her if she would be willing to move into the Maple Valley school district. Brisette replied that she was being very candid with the board when she told them she did not plan to do so for two years because of a lease com­ mittment and her children’s current school enrollment. In response to the same question, Putnam responded that she would be willing to move into the district immediately upon her employment. Neither candidate has ex­ perience as a principal and the starting pay scale for each would be comparable, said Parks. Details of that scale and other negotiations cover­ ing a master agreement for principals, individual con­ tracts, and the superinten­ dent’s- yearly review were discussed by the board at an from front page executive session following the public meeting. In other business last week Monday, the board: — Appointed Rebecca Eaton of Nashville to fill the board seat recently vacated by Bea Pino. Due to ill health Pino last month resigned the seat to which she was elected in June. Eaton will serve until the next regular board elec­ tion. She is a 1983 graduate of Maple Valley High School, who completed undergraduate studies at Central Michigan University and recently was graduated from Cooley Law School with a juris doctorate. Eaton said she is not yet a practicing attorney, as she will not know until November whether she passed the bar ex­ am she took in July. — Discussed at length a problem with certain unruly special education students at Maplewood Elementary. (See related story in this issue of the Maple Valley News.) — Heard a presentation by representatives of the local Future Farmers of America chapter about the annual FFA convention in Kansas City, which they plan to attend Nov. 11-16. The board agreed to allow use of a school van for transportation of the party of six students and two adult chaperones, and agreed to pay for fuel. AU other costs will be borne by the students. At the behest of agriculture in­ structor and FFA advisor Tate Forbush, the board also agreed to pay half the $275 cost for Supt. Parks to join the group for a three-day meeting of school administrators at the national convention, which Parks said he would attend if his schedule permits. — Approved a bid of $5,414 by H. & H. Enter­ prises of Grand Haven to repair gymnasium bleachers at the high school. — Adopted a resolution supporting the Bicentennial of the Bill of Rights. Behavior problems create problems t BAZAAR Saturday, October 26 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. 11:30-1:30 Serving Sandwiches and Homemade Broccoli or Navy Bean Soup Pie and Coffee Served All Day Bears, Rugs, Comforters, Christmas Brooms, Cards, Napkins, Knives and Baked Goods Order Your Thanksgiving Pies! at the Sunfield Church of the Brethren 2 miles south of Sunfield cannot just continue to sus­ pend them indefinitely. “We need a program (to help the students),” said Black. Stewart asked if there is some place outside the district where special education pro­ grams are being conducted for such students and to which local students could be bused. Black said that programs are available in Eaton Rapids and Grand Ledge, but noted “that is a long bus ride” for unruly youngsters. Chris Green, Maple Valley elementary school counselor, said that parents of the pro­ INSURANCE Home, Auto*, Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Sunday School ...... 10 Morn. Wors 11 Evening Service ...... 6 Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 A contingent of local members of Future Farmers of America told the Maple Valley School Board about their planned trip to the national FFA convention in November. Speaking (from left) were Tanya Bowen, Michelle Gidner and Kim Thompson. — Approved Robert — Set Thursday, Nov. 7, mittees and compilation of Harvey as bus driver for the as the date of a special public response to a recent regular run of 79A, and Sally meeting to consider recom­ mail survey. The meeting will Magoon as driver on the 79A mendations of the various be held at 7 p.m. at the ad­ shuttle run. Long Range Planning Com- ministration building. a.m. a.m. p.m.> p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR 58628348 METHODIST CHURCH blem students “are very em­ phatic that (their children) will not be bused out of this district.” Staff meetings with the parents of these students have failed to resolve the situation. 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She recommend­ ed a separate room with a low student-to-teacher ratio so that the children “can work their way back into the regular classroom.” The inclusion project PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Wordhip.............. 11:00 am. Video Tape Available After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (% mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sun. School ...... A.M. Service ..... P.M. Service ...... Wed. Service...... 304 Phillips St., Nashville 9:45 a.m. ...11 a.m. ..... 7 p.m. ..... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 1:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd arid 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO 301 Fuller St., Nashville Church Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School... 10:15 a.m. Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ...7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship ..................... 7 p.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11a.m. Church School .......11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK REV. BOB KERSTEN REV. ALAN METTLER GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service .........11 a.m. P.M. Service ............. 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT “OK, then we cannot wait for another meeting (to take ac­ tion). Something must be done tommorrow morning. Trustee Ted Spoelstra sug­ gested that consecutive 10-day suspensions be continued, but Trustee Lynn Mengyan said the school is failing to provide a program to meet the needs of those students. “We board members are here to set policy,” noted Krolik. “It is up to you people (staff and administrators) to come up with ideas and recommendations, (but) we need to know what the costs are.” Stewart agreed that an in­ novative plan is needed, but noted: “We can’t just throw money at things.” He added that he favored taking all special education students out of the inclusion program. However, Jr.-Sr. High Principal Larry Lenz said that according to his understanding of the law, parents have the final say as to where their children will at­ tend school. He added that the only way around that would be “Perhaps, by expulsion.” Meanwhile, a committee will attempt to formulate various proposals to resolve the problem. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN North State, Nashville A.M. Worship . 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. classroom is financed by a $15,000 grant from the state, and Hynes said for the majori­ ty of students in the program “it is wonderful.” She said it would be “sad to disband” the room. The physical and mental toll taken on staff members at­ tempting to handle the dif­ ficult situation was pointed out by Sharlot Sours, president of the local teacher’s union, the Maple Valley Education Association. She told the board it needed to act im­ mediately to take pressure off the staff. “We don’t want to see our staffworn to a frazzle, and we don’t want to see our general education students and other special education students suf­ fer,” said Spurs. Parks noted that lack of a principal at the building, since David Doozan’s resignation at the start of school, is a “miss­ ing component” in controlling unruly students. Board Vice President John Krolik demanded immediate action to solve the problem. “Are our children under threat of violence in that building?” asked Krolik. When he received an affir­ mative answer from Maplewood staff members in the audience, he continued, from front �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1991 — Page 3 Missionaries to visit local churches Sunday. Oct. 27 Peace and Quimby United Methodist churches will be hosting missionaries from Singapore on Sunday, Oct. 27. Their visit will assist the churches in understanding the links between: the world as God's creation, mission outreach and hands-on efforts which seek wholeness and well-being for all, said a spokesperson. Dr. Phillip and Kathy Beal, who are home from t « *2S: Mi Singapore, will be speaking at the 9:30 a.m. service at Peace United Methodist Church and at the 11 a.m. service at Quimby United Methodist Church. The pub­ lic is welcome to attend. The Beals are currently traveling throughout West Michigan to assist churches in learning more about mis­ sionaries. Dr. Phillip E. Beal is en­ gaged in the area of pastoral care and counseling at the Anglo-Chinese School, which is an educational in­ stitution related to the United Methodist Church. The school is located in Singapore and has been as­ sociated with the United Methodist Church since 1985. Before going to Singa­ pore, Dr. Beal worked as dean of students at Saginaw Valley State College. Since 1979, he coordinated all ar­ eas within the student life division, where he received national acclaim for his work in student retention. With Noel Lee, he co-au­ thored What Works in Stu­ dent Retention and with Earnest Pascarella, he wrote an article for New Directions for Institutional Research. A native of LaCrosse, Mi., Dr. Beal received a bachelor's degree in psychol­ ogy and German from Cor­ nell College, a master's de­ gree from Northwestern University and a doctorate from Oregon University. Kathleen E. Beal is also serving in areas of pastoral care and counseling in Sin­ gapore. An educational spe­ cialist, she is using her skills in adult basic educa­ tion to counsel individual students. Prior to going to Singa­ pore, Kathleen taught English as a second language in Freeland, Mi. She has taught at the University of Colorado and Steilacoom Community College in Washington. She also was an instructor and in charge ofjob devel­ opment with the Michigan Refugee Program, directed by Mott Community* Col­ lege. 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Come save where your money is safe and earns a high rate of interest. Eaton Federal FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 FDIC EQUAL HOUSING LENDER INSURED OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past... County politics, school programs top news in 1926 by Susan Hinckley The front page of The Nashville News 65 years ago this week was filled with cam­ paign statements by can­ didates for various Barry County offices in the upcom­ ing Nov. 2 election, including treasurer, sheriff and pro­ secuting attorney. The incumbent candidate for the latter post was Democrat Kim Sigler, who in 1947 would be elected gover­ nor of Michigan on the Republican ticket. News reports of the day concerned a state political ap­ pointment of special interest to area readers, rural school events, and the death of a well-known local businessman. Details of these and other stories appeared in The Nashville News issue of Oct. 21, 1926. A. E. Kidder appointed assistant attorney general Arthur E. Kidder of Hastings, former Nashville at­ torney, has been appointed Assistant Attorney General of Michigan. The appointment comes from Attorney General An­ drew B. Dougherty, and Mr. Kidder assumed the duties of his new position Monday. He succeeds O. L. Smith, who resigned to take up private practice in Detroit. Mr. Dougherty’s term ex­ pires with the end of 1926, so Mr. Kidder’s appointment is to fill that portion ofthe term. However, because William W. Potter, the Republican candidate for attorney general, has at least a fair chance of being elected and is a Barry County man (a native of Maple Grove Township), it is more than likely that Mr. Kidder will be reappointed. The appointment is an ex­ cellent one. Mr. Kidder is recognized by the legal frater­ nity ofthis judicial district as a thoroughly competent and The death of skilled local tradesman John Taylor lor in 1926 saddened the Nashville community. Long recognized as a machinist of exceptional ability, Taylor maintained a shop near his home at 223 Reed St. He is seen here in 1915 with his wife, the former Ella Denton of Vermontville, who was a correspondent for The Nashville News and several other area newspapers. capable attorney who will be a vaulable addition to the staff of the attorney general’s office. County appointments The Board of County Supervisors now in session at the county seat has made the following appointments: Ray Sherk of Middleville has been named on the Board of County Road Commis­ sioners to succeed John Waters, whose term expires. Burdette Briggs of Hastings was re-elected as superinten­ dent of the poor. Lawrence Fuhr of Hickory Comers was named county school ex­ aminer for a full term, and Cecil Barnum of Woodland to fill a vacancy. The canvassing board, con­ sisting of Glenn D. Whit­ more, A. J. Woodmansee and Len W. Feigher (ofNashville) was re-elected, and Frank Kelly Bagnell retains his job as janitor of the courthouse. Among the appropriations made to date are $1,000 for Pennock Hospital, $200 for Starr Commonwealth, $200 for the Michigan Children’s Home and $200 for the Michigan Home for Crippled Children. Nashville machinist passes to reward Saturday a sadness was cast over our town when the an­ nouncement was made that John E. Taylor was dead. Mr. Taylor has worked continuously at the machinist trade in Nashville for the past 39 years, and his death will be mourned far and wide by those who have brought their work to his shop regularly this long period. Mr. Taylor had long been recognized as a machinist of exceptional ability, and during his long life with us has gain­ ed many friends. He was of a quiet and friendly disposition, a man of sterling qualities and fine character. He was baptized at the age of 20 by Elder Philip Holler and united with the Advent Christian Church. He loved music and singing, especially religious and spiritual songs, and always helped sing at funerals, whenever called upon. Mr. Taylor received his early training as a machinist tFormer Nashville attorney Arthur E. Kidder (left) was named assistant state attorney general in October 1926, and his reappointment seemed assured if another local Republican, William W. Potter,, was elected Michigan Attorney General in November. A native of Maple Grove Township and 1891 Nashville High School graduate, Potter, a former state senator, was a Michigan Supreme Court justice at the time of his death in 1936. under the supervision of the late A. C. Buxton. On May 15, 1889, he was married to Miss Ella Denton ofVermont­ ville, who still survives. Two children. were bom to this union, both dying in infancy. Mr. Taylor was past 63 years of age, and his death was caused by pernicious anemia. The funeral services were held from the home Monday afternoon at 3 p.m. The businessmen of the village showed their respect by closing their places of business during the hour of the services. The Rev. Arthur Longfield officiated. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery. Barnes District holds fine P.T.A. meeting It is very evident that it takes more than hard work to keep the people of the Barnes district and their friends from attending their P.T.A. meetings, as there were nearly 100 present at the session Fri­ day evening. The work ofthe teacher and scholars with Halloween decorating was appreciated, and the new lights made the school room cheerful. A splendid program was given by local talent and the school, each number being well received. Mr. Taylor, the county agent, was present and gave a fine talk on farm problems, cooperation, and an interesting report on the work done by the Boys’ and Girls’ clubs of Eaton County, and while the work cannot be on so large a scale this year on account of finances, Mr. Taylor promised to do his best with the help of the various communities. The supper committee was on the job with a Halloween lunch, and the orchestra played several old-time dance numbers. Wes Moore was there, so enough said. It is expected that a ladies’ sewing club will be organized soon, with Mrs. Roy Hough as leader. Plans also are being discussed for the organization of a sheep club later on. Local News — Mr. and Mrs. John Martens, Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Wotring, Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Munro and Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Tuttle were in Middleville Sunday attending the Hospitaler services for the Hastings Commandery, of which the four men are members. There was a large attendance of the Commandery men and a fine ser­ vice is reported. — William Ireland was in town the latter part of the week. Mr. and Mrs. Ireland are in Howard City, caring for the latter’s father, M. H. Bloom, who has been ill for several weeks. Monday we received word from James Haskins of that place, inform­ ing us that Mr. Bloom is rapidly failing. “Mott,” as he is better known to our older citizens, was a resident of Nashville many years ago, and is past 88 years of age. — Mrs. W. A. Vance and Mrs. R. H. Olin are at Ann Arbor this weekend attending the State Federation of Women’s Clubs. Mrs. Vance is a delegate from the local Literary Club, and Mrs. Olin repesents the Barry County a school fair at the Cole resort Federation. at Thomapple Lake Nov. — Dr. W. V. Vance is 3...James Howard distributed driving a new Willys-Knight a car load of coal among the light six. neighbors last week...Several — Mrs. Libbie Brooks of ofour ladies attended the sew­ Battle Creek is visiting ing bee Thursday at Will relatives and friends in and Hyde’s in Barryville...The around Nashville for a few seniors of Nashville High days. She expects to leave School had a wiener roast in Nov. 1 for Texas to make her James Mead’s woods Friday home with her son, Rex. evening. — Agent Warner has been — (North Castleton) informed by railroad officials George Rowlader and family that passenger train 108, went to Lawton Sunday and which arrives in Nashville at visited Nellie and Fred Snyder 12:12 p.m., will not stop here at their farm there. Crops after Sunday. Several of our looked good. Their grape crop residents will regret this deci­ is not productive, although sion of the company. there are quite a lot of grapes — There will be a Carpet unpicked in. that secRag social at the Mason tion...Rain, and plenty of it school on Friday evening, here, which has delayed Oct. 29, with a potluck sup­ wheat sowing. Many who had per. Please bring dishes. ground ready have given up Ladies, bring ball of carpet sowing, because of the rags with your name in the lateness. center. Program will be at 8 — (Quailtrap) There will p.m. Come and have a good be a box social at the time. Quailtrap schoolhouse Friday — Those attending night. Everybody inKalamazoo Normal who were vited...Mr. and Mrs. Carl home this weekend were the Moon are moving to Nashville Misses Pauline and Margaret this week and Mr. and Mrs. Fumiss, Catherine Mayo, L. P. Edmonds are moving on Mildred Wotring and Evelyn their farm...The Harve Rileys Wright. have moved to Battle Creek. — Miss Cleota Conklin of — (Maple Grove Center) Traverse City is visiting her Charles Mason has bought the mother, Mrs. Frank Norton, house and lot of Clarence in Maple Grove. She reports Mater and soon will move to two inches of snow and slush Nashville...Harry Mason has in Traverse City, Saturday rented his farm to Leon Gray night. and will move to Battle Creek — Mr. and Mrs. T. K. in the near future. Reid and son Don of Hastings — (Barryville) Herbie and Mrs. Charles Cruso spent Wilcox and Will Hyde have Thursday and Friday in new heating plants installed in Durand and Flint. their homes...Last Thursday — C. L. Glasgow address­ evening, after prayer meeting ed a businessmen’s banquet at Heber Foster’s, a reception Monday evening in Owosso. was given for Rev. and Mrs. — Mr. and Mrs. Herman Gillitt by the neighborhood Maurer attended the Holy and church. Refreshments Name Rally at Marshall Sun­ were served and a pleasant day; also Daniel Hickey and time enjoyed by all. two sons, Leo and Danny. — (John Wesley’s comers) — Howard Sprague of the William Lundstrum has Legion Hospital, Battle erected a new silo. Creek, was a guest of the — (Smoky Road) Mr. and home folks over Sunday. His Mrs. Sam Conrad and childen father, C. P. Sprague, took left for their new home in him back to the hospital Mon­ Jackson Thursday. Their day evening. Howard is feel­ neighbors regret seeing them ing fine and is gaining in move and wish them good weight. luck in their new home. — (Guy Comers) While — (North Kalamo) The Fred Smith was picking pears P.T.A. held an interesting Thursday afternoon "he fell meeting at the North Kalamo from a tree, striking the schoolhouse, with a large ground in such a way as to number in attendance. The fracture the pelvic bone, teacher and pupils had which will lay him up for decorated the school room s ame three or four very prettily in Halloween weeks...Mr. and Mrs. Eldon emblems. The pupils gave a Sears have purchased the farm short program of Halloween formerly owned by George selections, which was follow­ Carr, and expect to move ed by a short program of soon... William Bivens is music and short plays by the numbered among the older folks. Sandwiches, sick...Mrs. F. W. Bennett ac­ doughnuts, pumpkin pie and companied a merry crowd coffee were served at the from Nashville and went to close. Charlotte Thursday to help celebrate Mrs. Feme Cross’ Thank You birthday. — (Dayton Comers) The CARD OF THANKS parent-teacher’s club met at The family ofWayne Thomp­ the Shores schoolhouse Friday son would like to thank all our night and enjoyed a Hallo­ friends and neighbors for their ween program. We saw the love and support. old witch eat the black cats A special thank you to and owls and dogs and various Reverend Robert Taylor, the other animals, and last, but ladies of Assembly of God not least, all enjoyed the mar­ Church, Maple Valley Genther Funeral Home and the wonder­ shmallow roast. — (Morgan) At a meeting ful staff at Blodgett Hospital. Words cannot express. May at the schoolhouse Monday evening of the county school God bless each and everyone of you. commissioner and several of Claudia Thompson the teachers of neighboring David, Sara and Billy schools, it was decided to hold �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, October 22, 1991 — Page 5 Additional recyclables now accepted at Carl’s c^| iM’ki *cw fcs<S f, fts fts ;■ S& l*‘M h L^’krii ’""’I li u R it •®fc u'*lM *‘ «£*!* «£! t*K «jj tKjj » ^<* !!**£ £ *■}■ «tah. p? -Mih s?> ftufilHykh - tntajjluiiisiiii! tatailxlltai tifcst waii|fflE; W itothu'ijKt^ itan npabtn.iilh kirn BhittMi life dfri teta ialfi b wl»l i^o ffidriai st# -jiW1® ^KOflit 111 rtMk IDbj. 11. illtlt Ktriirti is o f it Wnft WM*1 r® rd r by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The list of recyclables now accepted at Carl’s Market has increased with the setup last week of inside depositories for two additional categories: colored plastics and styrofoam. The containers for these ar­ ticles are located in the beverage department near the produce section. Colored plastics include such items as bleach or detergent jugs, etc. They must be clean, have caps removed and be flattended. Styrofoam (polystrene) items include such things as food trays used in packaging of produce and meats, and they must be clean. These two items, as well as the cardboard processed by Carl’s in the store’s box baler, is hauled away by the Spartan company. Four other types of materials are accepted at the recycling drop site located in Carl's parking lot and operated by a combined effort of the villages of Nashville and Vermontville and townships ofCastleton, Maple Grove and Vermontville. Each governmental unit has agreed to contribute $20 per month toward the cost of hav­ ing the materials hauled way by Hastings Sanitary Service. Containers provided by HSS offer separate depositories for plastic milk jugs, metal, clear glass and aluminum. “Basically, it’s working out quite - well,” said Ted Spoelstra, Nashville President Pro Tern, who serves as volunteer coordinator of the recycling site. He added, however, that despite very specific signage, some people have deposited items in the wrong containers. He said — COMMUNITY — Halloween Party October 31 • 6-10 p.m. STANTON'S Styles-R-Us fiCXjOZ 1- 7i/Cj7/ O WALK-INS SYLVIA HOEVE WELCOME 4 ^*5! ^•45v! ^••kkkite 4kk-iitetWe»v»».^».1 «>“ PIa■ JJL»iiiWite tel® ■ JLiiiite ^■£7,!, w»’j> w»j> WE’RE MOVING We will be at our present location the week of October 22-26 then we will be open for business Wednesday, October 30 at our NEW LOCATION 938 Fourth Ave., Lake Odessa (Next to Swift’s Flower Shop) Stop by and take advantage of our “In-Store Special Sales” in celebration of our move. This would be a great time for you to pick up that special gift for someone on your Christmas list. HOURS: T-F 9 to 5 Sat. 9 to 4 Hometown Apparel "Your Family Clothing Store" • ■ 1016 4th Avenue, Lake Odessa 374-8730 S?i* $ School Lunch Menus Wednesday he found a quanti­ ty of tin cans dropped in the container for aluminum. Fuller St. School School in a.m. only. “The cans were cleaned, Thursday, Oct. 24 Lunch Menu and flattened and had labels Parent Teacher Con­ Wednesday, Oct. 23 off (as instructed),” said Parent-Teacher Con­ ferences. School in a.m. only. Spoelstra, but they were drop­ Friday, Oct. 25 ferences. School in a.m. only. ped in the aluminum collec­ Parent Teacher Con­ Thursday, Oct. 24 tion barrel instead of in the Parent-Teacher Con- ferences. School in a.m. only. “metal” bin of the large Monday, Oct. 28 ferences. School in a.m. container. *Salad, *Chicken patOnly. Such food cans should be ty/bun, *Corn Dog, mixed Friday, Oct. 25 dropped through the swing Parent-Teacher Con­ veg. doors marked “metal,” found Tuesday, Oct. 29 ferences. School in a.m. only. in the east end of the large ♦Salad, *Ravioli, Tuna Monday, Oct. 28 container, which also holds Pizza buns, green beans, and Noodle Cass., roll and milk jugs in another butter, com, fruit juice, salad pineapple, graham crackers. compartment. bar. Tuesday, Oct. 29 People who are confused NOTE: *Choose one en­ Vegetable soup, crackers, about the difference between pickle spears, peach crisp, tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A metal and aluminum should choice of lowfat white or tuna sandwich. test the can with a common NOTE: Choose one entree. chocolate or whole milk is refrigerator magnet. The Ala carte at extra cost. A served with each meal. magnet will not stick to choice of lowfat white or aluminum. Most foods (fruits, Maplewood School chocolate or whole milk is (vegetables, etc.) are canned Hot Lunch Menu served with each meal. in metal, while most beverage cans are aluminum. The latter Note: Milk is served with Maple Valley tend to be very pliable, easily each meal. Salads will be Jr .-Sr. High School crushed by hand. available on Tuesdays and Lunch Menu Aluminum accepted at the Fridays starting Sept. 3. Wednesday, Oct. 23 site also includes such items Parent teacher conferences. as disposable foil baking pans, pieces of clean alumimum foil, etc. Spoelstra said he hopes in­ Recyclable colored plastics (such as detergent or structional brochures soon can bleach jugs) and sytrofoam items now can be be widely distributed in the deposited inside Carl's Market in Nashville. Manager community to help enlighten Bob Allen shows the proper procedure for using the the public about proper POST 8260 V.F.W. NASHVILLE recycling procedures. collection containers located in the beverage section He has assumed respon­ at the store. It is hoped this will help stem the misplac­ sibility for seeing that the ing of colored plastics in the milk jug bins at the drop Carl’s site is kept in an order­ • Dance Contest (Older Children) site in the parking lot. Metal, aluminum and clear ly manner and for sorting out glass also are accepted outside. • Games & Prizes (All Ages) items dropped into the wrong • Refreshments bins before transporation to containers. He said a plan is Nashville by Jane Norton, currently under way to enlist coordinator of Recycling in the recyler, thus keeping costs volunteer National Honor Barry County (RiBC). That of operation low. Society students at Maple organization also provided in­ Valley High School to help structional signs for the Carl’s with the daily inspection drop site. (517)726-0181 work. Basic recycling instructions 144 SOUTH MNH ST8CCT |LTBT|, qSw A flannel-graph style are that metal cans must be UCRMOHTMIILC. MICHiCAH 49096 signboard showing recycling washed,have labels removed, methods recently was placed have both ends removed if nASHme (517) 852-1717 ., X/JX at Putnam Public Library in possible, and be flattened. Plastic jugs need to have lids removed, be washed and flat­ tened. Aluminum items must be cleaned and (if applicable) If you SPOOK flattened. Glass jars and bot­ ‘1987 mobile home located on approx. tles (only clear glass is ac­ 1 acre yourself in the cepted) must be cleaned, and ‘Charlotte School District (CH-113) have lids or caps removed, but ‘Wooded 10 acre lot with beautiful ranch morning, it’s time home need not have tables removed. ‘Garage No window glass, ceramics or for a new STYLE.. ‘Good location! (CH-114) lights bulbs are accepted. Flattening the items allows more to be collected in the 224 Main, Nashville HOURS: M-F 9 Io 5; Barry County Commission on Aging menu set Wednesday, Oct. 23 Macaroni, ham and cheese, asparagus, carrots, dessert. Thursday, Oct. 24 Sliced turkey and gravy, mashed potatoes, beets, fruit. Friday, Oct. 25 Spanish rice, peas, cauliflower, dessert. Monday, Oct. 28 Salisbury steak with gravy, mashed potatoes, Italian beans, bread, fruit. Tuesday, Oct. 29 Goulash, corn, broccoli, fruit. Events Wednesday, Oct. 23 Delton, nutrition ed. by Cor­ ally; Nashville, The Old Timers. Thursday, Oct. 24 Nashville, Bingo. Friday, Oct. 25 - Nashville, popcorn, nutrition ed. by Cor­ ally; Woodland, blood pressure. Monday. Oct. 28 Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Herminettes: Woodland, nutrition ed. by Corally. Tuesday, Oct. 29 - All sites puzzles. * *3 bedroom, 2 both home located on approx. 1 acre • ‘Nice country property! (CH-11.2) ‘Approx. 17 acres located near Ionia *10 rooms, 3 bedrooms ‘Land contract terms! (CH-109) 'Lakefront home at Thornapple Lake Remodeled, great sandy beach 'Walkout basement (M-39) 'Large 4 bedroom home with garage 'Partially fenced yard Lots of room and lots of extras! (N-80) 3 bedroom home located in Nashville with SOLD AT AUCTION MONDAY, OCTOBER 14! L-100.2 VACANT LOTS with L-97. & L-96. 33 ACRES land contract terms! lake access at Jordan Lake. Only $8,900 for both with contract terms. and approx, two 22'/, acre pieces of vacant land. Contract terms. Clarksville area. — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �Nashville. Tuesday October 22, 1991 — Page 6 The Mople Volley News Two presentations set for Nashville church Two inspirational music programs will be presented at the Nashville Assembly of God next week. At 11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, the McClains of Muskegon will perform. This Christian group manifests the joy of the Lord as they sing songs that God has inspired them to write and record. The Christian love and joy ofthe McClains is an inspira­ tion to families everywhere, and their musical talent is en­ joyed by young and old alike. At 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, Jimmy Blackwood of Memphis, Tenn., will appear at the church. A singer and evangelist with a rich heritage in Christian music, Jimmy is the son of Dr. James Blackwood, the only living member of the original Blackwood Brothers Quartet. Jimmy has been singing since 1963 and travels in a full-time solo ministry. • • • • Senior Citizens have a stake in our schools BY Dr. Ozzie D. Parks The McLains of Muskegon will present one of two inspirational musical ministries set for next week at the Nashville Assembly of God. In March 1984, he was healed of cancer. His testimony has been widely cir­ culated in the book, Deliverance...In the Valley of Death written by the Rev. Dan Betzer. Blackwood also has been a guest on TBN, PTL, 700 Club, and many other Chris­ tian television shows. Balloons Fresh Flowers Plants Arrangements Contact usfor wedding consultations Ona (Hummel) Hinckley will celebrate her 90th birth­ day Sunday, Oct. 27. A potluck open house will be held in her honor that day at the Maple Grove Township 107 N. Main St., Nashville 852-2050 9 ■.tn.-5 p.m. dally NOW IS THE TIME TO REFINANCE YOUR MORTGAGE Refinancing at Hastings City Bank can add up to considerable savings. Take Advantage of... ■ Low Interest Rates - our interest rates are at their lowest point in five years. ■ Zero Points - you won't pay any points on a majority of our mortgage term options. ■ Low Closings Costs ■ Fast and Efficient Service save time and hassles. With refinancing, you may end up with a shorter term mortgage — with a lower interest rate and a smaller payment — than you now have. Interested? Call or stop by one of our conven­ ient offices today. Safe and sound since 1886 Hastings 945-2401 Middleville 795-3338 795-3338 EQUAL HOUSING • MEMBER FDIC Bellevue 763-9418 Caledonia 891-0010 Nashville 852-0790 This inter-denominational ministry takes Jimmy to many churches across the nation, where he sings, shares his testimony and preaches the gospel in an evangelistic style. The Nashville Assembly of God is located at 735 Reed St. The public is invited to attend these presentations. Ona Hinckley to mark 90th birthday Oct. 27 Mapes Family Florist DeWliveer Superintendent’s Comer Wayland 792-6201 “Anybody who’s drawing a Social Security check had better want children growing up to be skilled and able to work and earn a living,” recently stated Lamar Alexander, who heads the federal department of education. He went on to say, “If you just want to get it down to straight-out self interest, the Social Security system is going to go bankrupt if there is nobody to earn a living to pay for it.” Those who know how the Social Security system works will understand the importance of Alexander’s statements. The system is not operated as our own personal bank account. In­ stead, it works like an investment cycle. Workers put money into the fun through their earning years to support those who are retired. They then look forward to having others do the same for them when they complete their working years. The quality and quantity of the Social Security system therefore is dependent on the quality of the supporting work force and the quantity of dollars they are capable of earning and investing in the system. Increasingly in our nation they key to providing these necessities is education. No longer may we expect workers with only a minimal education and skills to obtain good jobs and high earnings. In­ ternational competition and a more highly developed and com­ plex society have been major factors in this change. Failure to provide our young people with a quality education undoubtedly will affect the quality of our Social Security system. Education has always been essential to the American way of life. As Alexander has pointed out to our grandparents and senior citizens, continued support of our schools not only makes good sense, but dollars for their retirement as well. Your stake in our schools never stops. Some of our volunteer survey workers have advised me that a number of senior citizens haven’t believed that their input into our school is important. Hopefully, you will now better understand your take in our schools, let us know what you desire from your schools, and support community efforts to make them as effective as possible. beautifying Hall, just south of Nashville, at 1 p.m. Mrs. Hinckley, widow of Merrill Hinckley, has lived all of her life in Nashville and almost 60 years in her present home. She has three children, Donald and Wilma Hinckley of Hastings, and Petie (Mildred) Latta and Raymond and Susan Hinckley all of Nashville. There are seven grand­ children and 14 great­ grandchildren. Ona also has a living sister, Vada Mix of Nashville. Friends and relatives are in­ vited to come and share her birthday on Sunday. No gifts, please. 4-H Tack and Craft sale to be Nov. 23 The 4-H Horse Developmental Committee is sponsoring a Tack and Craft Sale at Kardel Hall at the Eaton County Fairgrounds Saturday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Anyone wishing to rent table space for $10 per table to sell tack equipment, crafts, etc., should call Sharlene Miller, (616) 763-3455 or Cheryl Van Aken, (517) 663-1885. The place to go for ... PROFESSIONAL STYLING for the Whole Family Diana’s Place Comer of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Rd. Owner, Diana Ruempel 852-9481 fl �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1991 — Page 7 Eaton 4-H volunteers needed locally ‘Chronicles’ to sing at local church "The Chronicles," a southern gospel group, will appear at Nashville Baptist Church Sunday, Oct. 27, at 7 p.m. Admission is free. The church is located on the corner of Washington and Phillips streets in Nashville. School survey, Obituaries Ray Woodrow Crane Kitt NASHVILLE - Ray Wood­ row Crane, 78 of 580 South Clark Road, Nashville passed away Tuesday, October 15, 1991 at his residence. Mr. Crane was bom May 13, 1913 in Lawrence County, Illi­ nois, the son of Washington and Nancy (Walls) Crane. He was raised in Missouri and attended schools there. He had lived in Nashville the last 40 years and before that lived in Pontiac. He was employed as a fanner most of his life and retired from Hartman and Fabco Incorporation as a welder in 1978. In his younger days he won a ribbon for boxing in the Golden Gloves Tournament. He enjoyed playing pool, dancing, country music and telling stories. Mr. Crane is survived by sons, Donald Crane of Saraso­ ta, Florida, Jimmy Dale Crane of Winter Haven, Florida, Christopher Crane, and John Crane, both of Nashville; daughters, Donna Martin of Orlando, Florida, Dorothy Bennett of Kalamazoo and Dianna Crane of Sarasota, Florida; 15 grandchildren; six great grandchildren; sister, Viola Rice ofPontiac; brother, Donald Crane of Dexter, Missouri; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 19 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home in Nashville. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer Foundation and Nashville United Methodist Womens Group. THE WINNING TEAM YOU AND THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 Losing Interest On Your CDs? If you’re one of millions of Americans who have Certificates of Deposit maturing in October, you may be in for a big shock. 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Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice officials say that being an adult volunteer in 4-H is as much fun as being a member, and it’s rewarding in many ways. The only things really needed by adult volunteers are a willingness to learn and an ability to relate to kids. The county staff can help volunteers gain skills or infor­ mation they need. The chances to improve oneself as a 4-H leader are endless. Special leader train­ ing events and workshops are UNIT INVESTMENT TRUSTS provements. The public is be­ ing asked to comment on these ideas via the mail survey. Results ofthe opinion poll will influence the degree of board action on the various proposals. “We want to continue hav­ ing the surveys coming in,” said Gaubatz, who has the task of compiling results. She added that anyone who did not receive a survey form may call her at Maplewood School in Vermontville (726-0600) or call the ad­ ministration office (852-9699). “If they didn’t receive one, we will get it to them,” said Gaubatz. If pickup of a completed Thank You CARD OF THANKS The family ofGeneva Brumm wish to thank the staff at Pennock Hospital and Thomapple Manor for the care of our wife and mother, the ambulance crews for transporting, friends and neighbors for visits, food and prayers, Rev. Vaught for visits and prayers and the ladies of the church for the luncheon. Nelson Brumm Annella & Jim Aurand Shirlie & Don Augustine Jan & Jerry Johnson CARD OF THANKS A big ‘Thank You” to my kids, family, friends and neigh­ bors for making my 50th birth­ day a celebration to remember. Bill Semrau In Memoriam IN MEMORIAM In Loving memory of our mom Gloria Johncock who went to be with the Lord October 10,1986. Five years ago today Our whole world fell apart For on that day we lost our mom The one closests to our hearts. A heart of gold stopped beating Hard working hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the besL She didn’t have time to say farewell Or for us to say goodbye. She was gone before we realized And we will never understand why. A thousand prayers won’t bring her back We know because we’ve prayed And neither will a thousand tears We know because we’ve cried. The hardest thing in life to bear Is to want your mom and she’s not there. With a broken heart we whisper low “God bless you Mom, We love you so.” Greatly missed by Her Children and Grand Children offered, as well as in­ dividualized assistance. At the same time, volunteers are learning more about 4-H, pro­ viding a valuable service to their community and having Nashville United Methodist Church - ANNUAL - Turkey Dinner Ct. .26, 1991 • 4:30-7 Adults s5.00 Child 5-12 yrs. s2.50 Under 5 yrs. FREE NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER “Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics” from front- form is needed, a call also will take care of that. In addition, there are drop boxes for com­ pleted forms located at Carl’s Market in Nashville and at Vermontville Grocery. “The surveys that are com­ ing in are providing really good input,” commented Gaubatz. “Considering the major decisions, we really need community help. ” The Board of Education has set a special meeting for 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7,to begin discussion of commmittee recommendations. Each idea will eventually be con­ sidered, said Supt. Ozzie Parks. fun. For information on how to become involved, call the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Dr. Michael Callton • Back Pain • Neck Pain • Headaches • Leg & Arm Pains • Numbness & Tingling • Work Injuries • Auto Injuries • Sports Injuries NEW PATI PATIENT SPECIAL ( Examination, X-Rays, । and Treatment............................. g $ E00 I g g Mt 3 MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES 10/29/91 Most Insurances Accepted — Open 6 Days a Week Ph. 852-2070 127 S. 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AEROSOL OR PUMP......................................... 12.19 — OPEN — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday HOW 219 Main Street Nashville, Mich. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. October 22. 1991 — Page 8 Two Nashville golfers earn $3,000 for youth programs J-Ad Graphics News Service In a day long session of golf last week Monday at Mulberry Fore in Nashville, two local men racked up a combined total of $3,000 in pledges to benefit Youth For Christ programs. The Rev. Lester DeGroot of Nashville Baptist Church and Tad Davis of Mulberry Fore played a combined total of 316 holes of golf in nine hours, despite chilly temperatures and numerous rain showers. Another local player, Erv Wagner of Vermontville, brought in $139 in 101 holes of competition. The three were among a dozen players participating in the YFC-sponsored “Iron Man of Golf’ contest to raise funds for child abuse pro­ grams and other YFC causes. The event was organized by Bryce Sherwood of the Battle Creek YFC. Most of the other golfers came from Calvary Baptist Church of Battle Creek. Results of their scores were not immediately available. In the local tally, DeGroot completed 172 holes of golf and Davis 144 to earn the top two spots in the contest. Sponsors pledged to con­ tribute a set amount per hole played. Each of the players completed at least 101 holes, reported Davis. The total amount raised in the event is expected to be an­ nounced soon. 4-H banquet set for Nov. 2 The annual 4-H Leader Recognition Banquet will be Saturday, Nov. 2, in the 4-H building on the Charlotte Family “SHOP & SNACK” Night Friday, Oct. 25 • 5-7 p.m. Homemade Soup — Sandwiches Sloppy Joes — Salads — Pie — Beverages (individually priced) BAZAAR / BAKE SALE Peace United Methodist Church 4 miles west of Nashville, corner M-79 and Banyville Road Everyone Welcome! Fairgrounds. A reception will start at 7 p.m., with the dinner and pro­ gram beginning at 7:30 p.m. Families are asked to bring two large dishes to pass of potatoes, vegetables, salad or desserts. Meat, rolls, beverages and table service will be provided. The theme is “4-H... New Directions For A New Tomorrow.” 4-H teens, adults and families are asked to make reservations by Friday, Oct. 25, at the Extension office by calling 543-2310 or 372-5594 (Lansing line). Missionaries, from 3 and Entry to English, a four book literacy program series. She is a native of Clinton, Iowa and holds a bachelor of arts degree in elementary ed­ ucation from Cornell Col­ lege. She has done graduate level study in adult education and adult English as a second language. Peace United Methodist Church is located four miles west of Nashville on M-79 and the Quimby church is located on M-79, two miles east of M-37. For more information about the Oct. 27 program or other ministries of the churches, call 517-852-1993. 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(VL-247) Cub Scouts plan October pack meeting Vermontville Cub Scout Pack No. 649 will have its Oc­ tober pack meeting Saturday, Oct. 26, at 4:30 p.m. It will be at the Mark Lawless farm at 75445 Brown Road, south of Kelly Road. There will be a hay ride, hot dog roast and a jack-o-lantem lighting. Bring carved pumpkins, lawn chairs, flashlights, hot dogs, buns, chips and tableware. The pack will fur­ nish drinks and doughnuts. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: October 23 - 4-H Dairy Development Committee, 8 p.m., Lisa Stevens Home. October 24 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. October 26 - Regional 4-H Folkpattems Workshop, Grand Rapids 4-H Center. October 28 - 4-H Awards Program, 7:00 p.m.. Expo Center, Fairgrounds, Hastings. October 28 - Extension Advisory Board Meeting, 7 p.m.. Ex­ tension Office. November 2 - MAEH sponsored Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m., Hastings Middle School. For Sale PIANO FOR SALE: Wanted: Responsible party to take on small monthly payments on piano. See locally. Call Manager at 800-635-7611. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment HOTPOINT glass-shelf no-frost • refrigerator GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051. GET READY FOR WINTER, call the handyman service. 852-1932. Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker (Graduote Realtors Institute) This hardy group of golfers set to tee off last Monday morning at Mulberry Fore in Nashville spent nine cold, rainy hours on the course to benefit Youth For Christ programs. The Rev. Lester DeGroot, seated in passenger side of the cart, was tops in the Iron Man of Golf contest, completing 172 holes. 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National Ads SINGLE GIRLS Michigan. 1-900-820-3033 $3/min.. Must be 18 yrs. Ranges • Freezers Garbage Disposers LARGE SUPPLY OF PARTS IN STOCK Bake & Broil Units Burners "We Service What We Sell" Lake Odessa T.v. & Appliance, inc. 1039 4th Avenue • 374-8866 OPEN: Mon. thru Fri. 8 a.m. 'til 5:30 p.m.; Sat. 8-4 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1991 — Page 9 Children's health conference set Improving children's nutri­ tion and health will be the focus of, “Working Together for Healthy Children,’’ a live teleconference that can be seen at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, at Lansing Communi­ ty College. “Kids are overweight and undernourished for a number of reasons,” said Pat Albright, teleconference co­ chair and adult education coordinator of the Dairy People involved with the accreditation were (seated, from left) Pam Anderson Kim Klatt, Pam Groner, Becky Frazier, (standing) Dr. Robert Leeser, Sheriff Art Kelsey, Dr. John Curtis, Jeff Wildern, Lt. Harvey Pettit, former-Undersheriff William C. Voight and Undersheriff William J. Grace. Eaton Sheriff's Dept, receives award The Eaton County Sheriff’s Department recently was ac­ credited by the National Com­ mission on Correctional Health Care, involving the jail facility. The accreditation was awarded in recognition of the provision of health services that meet standards developed by the American Medical Association and revised by the National Commission on Cor­ rectional Health Care. There was an involved pro­ cess to achieve the accredita- tion, which took many man­ hours by Sheriff Art Kelsey; former Undersheriff William C. Voigt; Undersheriff William J. Grace; Captain Richard Dye; Lt. Harvey Pet­ tit of the Sheriffs Depart­ ment, nurses Pam Groner, Pam Anderson, Mary Voorman, Virginia Benedict and Sue Allen, Dr. Edwin Larkin, Kim Klatt, and Becky Frazier, all of the Barry-Eaton Health Department; Dr. John Curtis, Dr. Robert Leeser and phar­ macist Jeff Wildern. Engagements An annual maintenance report and visits from the commission will be an ongoing process to keep accreditation. Kelsey said he feels that the accreditation is a feather in the county’s cap, as there is a select group of correctional facilities, nationwide that have achieved this distinction, and he credited the personnel involved ‘Adapting to change1 clinic planned at LCC Adapting homes to accom­ modate gradual or sudden physical, mental, normal or illness-related changes will be discussed in the seminar, “Adapting Your Surroun­ dings: Easier Living in Later Life.” It’s scheduled for Friday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lansing Community Col­ lege. LCC’s Arlena Hines will be the presenter. Cost is $17 (resident) and $24.50 (non-resident). For more information or to register, call the Center for Aging Education at (517) 483-5202. Council of Michigan. “Family life, exercise habits, self-esteem, academic success and extracurricular activities all influence what children eat. If you want your kids to eat better and be physically active, you must understand how all of these factors are interrelated,” Albright said. The teleconference will ex­ plore critical factors in children’s health and how adults can make a difference. Continuing education credits will be available for health professional groups, in­ cluding nurses, dietitians and home economists. The three-hour event can be viewed in Room 150 of the Gannon Vocational-Technical Building, 422 N. Washington Square. There is no cost to at­ tend. Seating is limited. Please register by contac­ ting LCC’s Health Careers Technology Department at (517) 483-1445. A Tribute to Jim Hey, isn't that Jim... What happened to him... Where did his dozer go? He'll be riding his mower, and goin' a bit slower than he did a few years ago. 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Tuesday October 22. 1991 — Page 10 This Week in SPORTS... Lion gridders clinch second straight SMAA leag ue title The Maple Valley football team found itself in a familiar position following Friday's win over Bellevue. But you won't hear the players and coaches complaining about it at all. The Lions' 28-7 victory ensured Maple Valley of its second straight SMAA title, its third in the past four seasons. The Lions also seized control of the "Little Brown Jug" for the 11th consecutive year. Maple Valley, which has Maple Valley High School WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, OCT. 22 • Cross Country, Away, S.M.A.A. at Olivet, 4:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY, OCT. 23 • J.V. & Var. Girls Basketball, Home, Olivet, 5:30 p.m. • Jr. Hi Girls Basketball, Away, Hastings, 4:30 p.m. • Parent Teacher Conferences 1-4 p.m. THURSDAY, OCT. 24 • Fresh. Girls Basketball, Away, Hopkins, 4:00 p.m. • J.V. Football, Away, Hopkins, 7:00 p.m. • Parent Teacher Conferences 1-4 p.m. & 6-8 p.m. FRIDAY, OCT. 25 • Varsity Football, Home, Hopkins, 7:30 p.m. (Parent's Night) • Parent Teacher Conferences 1-3 p.m. SATURDAY, OCT. 26 • Cross Country, Away, Regionals at Bath MONDAY, OCT. 28 • No Sports Scheduled 50 ACRES OF HAY GROUND FOR RENT If Interested... Call 517-852-9571 SPECIAL SALE! SNAPPER Riders & Tractors PRICES AS LOW AS... Plus $99900 ... FREE your choice.of Gas Powered String Trimmer Gas Powered Leaf Blower Grass Catcher Attachment SUBJECT TO AVAILABLE INVENTORY SALE ENDS OCTOBER 31, 1991 Trowbridge Sales & Service 130 S. Main, Vermontville 517*726-0569 DRIVE A LITTLE — SAVE A LOT now pieced together 20 consecutive regular season victories, spotted the Broncos an early 7-0 lead before completely dominating the rest of the first half. The Lions then got an assist from Mother Nature, as the heavens opened up in the second half. "We had good weather during the first half," Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. "It started raining really hard in the second half, and as a result, neither team could move the ball consistently." Fortunately, the Lions were able to move the ball, and score, in the first half. The Broncos scored first on a 44-yard return of a blocked punt by Bryant Gardner. The conversion made it 7-0. A 72-yard return by Nick Grinnage on the ensuing kickoff gave the Lions the ball at the Bellevue six, and two plays later Scott English bulled in from the three. Bryan Carpenter added the first of four conversions to tie the score. Maple Valley stopped the Broncos' next possession, then drove the ball 50 yards, capped off by a seven-yard run by Jeremy Reynolds. The third Lion score was set up by a fumble recovery by Darrel Stine in Bellevue territory. Aaron Patrick, who led the Maple Valley rushing attack with 84 yards on 12 carries, scored from three yards out with 7:37 remaining in the half. Brent Stine's fumble recovery enabled Maple Valley to add one more touchdown before the intermission, a one-yard Travis Norten touchdown. Although the Lions had a chance to score in the third quarter and might have scored at the end ofthe game had the clock not run out, neither team crossed the goal line in the second half. Maple Valley outgained Bellevue 242-56 on the ground, lost one fumble and was intercepted. It also committed 11 penalties for 70 yards. The Lion defense posted five sacks, and was led by Mike Trowbridge with seven tackles, Chris Harmon with six, and Brent Stine and Jason Byington with five apiece. Reynolds added 74 yards on the ground on 13 carries, while English added 45 on five tries. With the conference title firmly in hand, the Lions may now focus all of their energies on securing a playoff berth. They can take a huge step in that direction this week at home against 6­ 1 Hopkins, which is coming off a convincing 32-21 win over Battle Creek St. Philip. In the game, Hopkins rolled up 419 yards rushing. Maple Valley defeteated St. Philip 21-0 earlier in the season. Lady Lion eagers post pair of routs They play four quarters in a basketball game, but Maple Valley pretty much had things sewn up by halftime in a pair of wins this week. The Lady Lions defeated Bellevue Monday 62-41 to stay within a game of league-leading St. Philip. Maple Valley broke open a close game in the second quarter, outscoring the Jayvee gridders team beats Bellevue 43-22 The Maple Valley jayvee football team jumped out to a 21-0 lead in the first quarter and never looked back as it pounded Bellevue 43-22. The Lions picked up 226 yards rushing and 155 yards through the air. The balanced rushing attack was paced by Chris Miller, with 47 yards, and Gabe Priddy 67 yards. Priddy hit 10-13 passes in- cluding a 58-yard strike to CliffWeller for a touchdown. Also scoring touchdowns for the Lions were Gabe Prid­ dy (2) and Randy Jarrard (2). The defense was led by Matt Reid with 7 tackles. The junior Lions record now stands at 5-1-1. MV will look for their sixth win Thurs­ day at Hopkins. Game time is 7 p.m. Christian. She also grabbed Broncos 16-4 to take a 29-13 10 rebounds. halftime lead. Again, Maple Valley "We jumped out to an early lead in the second jumped out early, taking a 28-13 halftime edge. They quarter," Lion coach Jerry then sealed the win in the Reese said. "They just third quarter, outscoring seemed to have a hard time Christian 21-13. scoring and that was the Eastman added nine points difference in the game." for Maple Valley, while Janet Boldrey led Maple Phenix chipped in eight and Valley with 18 points and pulled down nine boards. added a team-high four Shoup chipped in eight steals. Holli Taylor, Mindy caroms. Shoup and Kelly Eastman Jessica Livingston and added seven points apiece, Darcy Orverweg scored nine with Taylor and Jennifer points apiece for Lansing Phenix sharing rebounding Christian. honors with eight Chris Graham and Kim HimmiiniuiiMiiimin Poyer had 14 points each to ■ Maple Valley Athletic Boosters £ lead the Broncos. Tuesday Boldrey continued her hot streak, scoring 22 ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA 5 points to lead the Lions to a ■THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. 3 £ Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 ■ 61-33 win over Lansing i BINGO i ■■■■nimiiiaiimiiiiiiiiaiji Jayvee eagers win pair The Maple Valley jayvee basketball team won a pair of games last week, defeating Bellevue and Lansing Christian. Monday night the Lions jumped all over Bellevue, leading 21-8 at the half and outscoring the Broncos 28-18 in the second half enroute to a 49-26 victory. Lisa Wood and Joy Stine led the Lions with nine points each, while Alice Moore add­ ed eight. Stine also chipped in 10 rebounds and seven steals. Tuesday night the Lions traveled to Lansing Christian and opened up a 19-6 halftime lead. The Pilgrims fought to within six in the third quarter, but a Lion surge held them off for a 46-36 win. Stine led.the Lions with 15 poins and seven steals. Linette Snyder added 13 points arid six rebounds and Lisa Wood added 10 points. Amy Kipp pulled down eight rebounds. The jayvee record is now 8-6. Frosh eagers win 40-35 The Maple Valley girls freshman basketball team hosted Delton Thursday night. The Lions came from behind in the fourth quarter, outscoring Delton 12-4. Leading scorers for the Lions were Robin Hale with 13 points, followed by Dana Hasselback and Sarah Leep with 10 each. . Rebounding honors went to Hasselback with 16 and Jody Mazurek with nine. Leep led the Lions with most steals, with 10. The Lions will travel to Hopkins on Thursday. 7th graders top Bellevue Monday the Maple Valley seventh grade basketball team defeated Bellevue 31-15. High scorers were Jenny Kuempel with 18 pionts. Wednesday, the Lions lost to Saranac 32-17. Kuempel scored five points to lead M.V. High rebounder Was Erin Hokanson with four. Thursday the Lions lost to Pennfield 27-25. High scorer was Mandi Golovich with eight while Kuempel had six rebounds. MV started tournament play Monday at Hastings. GSEORA IF YOU DIE, WILL YOUR FAMILY LOSE ITS HOME? If you die before your mortgage is paid for, your family could lose its home. With SECURA Life's Mortgage Decreasing Term insurance, this situation doesn't have to become a reality. Through Mortgage Decreasing Term, if a primary breadwin­ ner dies, SECURA Life will pay off the mortgage. Don't let death result in the loss of your family's home. 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The white team ended their season with a 2-3-1 record. The blue team finished second to Woodland in the league standings. It defeated Lake Odessa 16-14 last week in its final game. The blue team finished with a 5-1 record. Maple Valley 8th grade girls beat Pennfield, now 8 and 2 The Maple Valley, eighth grade basketball team defeated Pennfield Thursday 28-24. Pennfield was much taller and controlled the boards most of the first half but the Lions led the whole game nonetheless. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete? line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies Nichole Kirwin led the team with 16 points and Jody Hickey led the team with seven rebounds, two were offensive put back in for key buckets. GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Advertise with classifieds in The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. 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The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol; 120 - No. 14 — Tuesday, October 29, 1991 Vermontville's Congregational church vandalized by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer The Griswold Room of Vermontville’s First Con­ gregational Church was van­ dalized early Friday morning by an unknown subject, ap­ parently an adult male. Eaton County Sheriff’s authorities said entry to the basement was gained through the back door, which showed no signs of forced entry. One set of footprints was found leaving the church. Jim Zemke of Vermont­ ville, who began preliminary cleanup Friday morning before a professional crew ar­ rived, said footprints inside the building indicated the culprit also walked upstairs to the main floor, but apparently turned around and came back to the basement. No damage was sustained in the sanctuary of the historic church. In the basement, a phone was tom from the wall, a refrigerator was damaged, contents of two fire extin­ guishers were sprayed around the premises and into kitchen cupboards and drawers, dishes were broken, and com­ munion cups were smashed. An estimate of loss was not readily available but Zemke said the church carries insurance. The vandalism incident likely ties in with a break-in at a nearby home and a suspected entry attempt at another. Eaton County sheriff’s deputies responded at 2:10 a.m. to a call at the Jim Mater residence at 237 W. Main St. Matewr said he had seen an intruder inside the entrance to his living room. When the white male subject spotted Mater, he bolted from the house in such a hurry that he tore out the screen from a front storm door. Police say the man fled westward on foot. The subject is described as approximately 6 feet tall, weighing about 230 lbs., hav­ ing dark hair and possibly a beard. He is probably in his late 20s and was wearing a light colored jacket and blue jeans, according to the police report. Authorities are unsure which incident occurred first, but Mater later found coffee cans from the church in his front yard. Deputies noticed the back door ofthe church open when responding to the Mater call. Mildred Peabody, who lives directly west of the church, said an unidentified subject also walked on her porch at about the same time. Her te­ nant, who lives in an apart­ ment on the first floor of the house, had just returned home from work and was reading. “She heard someone come up on the porch, and got up and locked the door,’’ reported Peabody. The tenant could still hear the person on the porch half an hour later. Mater also was awakened by a racket on his front porch. When he got to his bedroom See Church vandalized, on 2 Nashville firemen have a busy night Bystanders on Nashville’s Main Street last Thursday evening were alarmed to see what appeared to be every one of the village’s emergency vehicles speeding southward — lights flashing and sirens wailing. Two almost simultaneous calls shortly before 7:30 p.m. resulted in both Nashville am­ bulances, several, fire trucks and the local police car racing out of town at virtually the same time. The first summons was to a two-car accident at the Three Bridges intersection (M-79 and M-66) about three miles south of town. When it turned out there were no personal in­ juries involved, the am­ bulances and fire rescue vehicles headed back toward the village while the Nashville officer stayed to help with traffic control at the accident scene. The accident was policed by the Barry County Sheriffs Department. Meanwhile, Nashville firemen received a call to assist the Hastings Fire Department with a large pole bam fire on Sager Road, near Charlton Park Road. Nashville Fire Chief Douglas Yarger said his department responded with two tankers and five men. Fire depart­ ments from Johnstown Township and Middleville also assisted. See firemen, page 2 Nashville dam poses no immediate danger, says DNR by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer The condition of Nashville’s deteriorating Thomapple River dam and mill race poses no immediate danger, village officials learn­ ed Thursday morning. The local officials last week had an on-site meeting with John Dexter, chief ofthe Dam Safety Unit, Land and Water Management Division of Michigan’s Department of .Natural Resources. “He agreed it was in bad shape, but not in any im­ mediate danger,’’ said Village Trustee Forrest Burd, head of the council’s Public Works Committee. Besides Burd and Dexter, others present at the meeting were Grand Rapids engineer Robert Scott, Village Presi­ dent Ray Hinckley, and Jack DeGroot of Nashville, who recently acquired the old grist mill property on North Main Street on which the race is located. Scott Civil Engineering Company was hired by the village last month to conduct a comprehensive inspection of the dam complex. A report prepared by that firm cited the most serious deterioration in the mill race where walls, badly undermined at the water line with considerable loss of cross section, “are in danger of collapsing.” The engineer­ ing firm fecommended redmedial repairs should be made in the “near future.” Burd reported at Thursday evening’s council session that the morning conference was “a good meeting, but we don’t know a whole lot more (except that) we are not in trouble with the DNR.” Local officials had feared the state agency would order immediate repair of the dam complex. “It is not on the (DNR’s) critical listing,” noted Burd. “They don’t seem to think there is any real hurry.” Village officials have estimated that restoration of the mill race could run several thousand dollars. Once used to power a no longer existent grist mill, the race now serves mainly as a means of flood control and to help clear algae from the mill pond by the opening of an inlet gate about three times a year. Burd said one suggested solution would be to install a in-flow tube, then fill in the old mill race. Another idea was to tear out the mill race and construct a canoe passage through the opening. He added that ownership of the race still has not been The condition of Nashville's dam was discussed at a Thursday morning meeting on location. Present for the inspection were (from left) John Dexter, chief of dam safety for the Department of Natural Resources; Forrest Burd, Nashville trustee; Ray Hinckley, village president; Robert Scott, engineer; and Jack DeGroot, owner of the adjacent old mill property. determined. While the dam belongs to the village, of­ ficials are unclear whether the adjacent mill race is con­ sidered part of the dam. It is separated from the dam by an island that is part of the privately-held property. The mill race originally was constructed to power the water wheel of a grist mill built by Elder Philip Holler in 1881 on the east side of the Thomapple. It was a replace­ ment for his earlier mill on the west side of the river. In the 1970s the village bought the mill property from a private owner in order to secure rights to the dam. When a community effort to convert the old mill into a museum failed, the village tore down the building and sold the vacant land to a private party, retaining an easement for control and maintenance of the dam. The council now questions whether the village taxpayers or the property owner should bear the cost of repairing the mill race. DeGroot does not yet have the final permit from die DNR to construct a proposed building on the site, said Hinckley. In other business Thursday, the council agreed to seek sealed bids for lease of an ap­ proximately 50-acre hayfield surrounding the municipal sewer ponds on Brumm Road. The idea to lease the land surfaced earlier this month when a individual contacted Burd, seeking a five-year agreement to plant alfafa there. Burd said he felt no rent should be charged for use of the land, but other council members disagreed. Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer reported Thursday that in checking with Barry County officials she had learned that in a similar setup the county is See Nashville dam, page 2 Hospice Month recognized A proclamation recognizing November as National Hospice Month in Nashville was signed last week by Village President Ray Hinckley. Witnessing the event were (seated) Nancy Spencer, Hospice home health aide working in the Nashville area, and Nicole Enz, Barry Community Hospice office manager. The na­ tional observance serves to increase public awareness of the benefits of hospice care for the ter­ minally ill. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. October 29, 1991 — Page 2 Christmas Bazaar planned by Barry County Extension Homemakers Large size dolls will be available including Grandma and Grandpa dolls to sit in chairs. Some even have de­ tails like veins showing on their hands. Puff beads, hand-painted China necklaces and belt buckles, deer and other ani­ mals made out of branches, woven rugs and unique dou­ ble knit rugs and pillows, love knots, swags and dried flower arrangements, Victo­ rian lacy dresses and even some in clown suits, clocks, quilts, Barbie doll furniture, including upholstered daven- The Christmas Bazaar sponsored by the Barry County Extension Home­ makers will be even bigger this year. The day is Satur­ day, Nov. 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hastings Middle School, located on S. Broadway, two blocks south of State Street (M-43/M-37). Joining more than 100 crafters will be local artisans Marilee Ayles, Bessie Smith, Ruth Lieb, Rose Gay Steward, Claire Huff­ man and Gloria Cooper. Some of the new items this year are stylish rompers and jumpers with matching necklaces and hairpieces as well as every conceivable type sweat shirt and T-shirt, some with matching acces­ sories, chocolate houses, needlepoint school houses, barns, different houses and churches. Jim Zemke stands amid the debris left by a vandal who wreaked havoc on the Griswold Room of Vermontville's historic First Congregational Church. Contents of two fire extinguishers sprayed about the room added to the mess, but cap­ tured the culprit's footprints in the residue. Happiness" film planned at Nashville church Nov. 3 The pastor and congregation of the Nashville Church of the Nazarene invites the public to the showing of the From a Sweet Little Girl to Super Mom & Grama HAPPY 65th to PETIE LATTA Love, Your Kids and Grandkids 10-30-91 ports and chairs; and lots of hand sewn and knitted clothes are just some of the many items offered for your Christmas shopping. A lunch counter will be there featuring home baked pies, sloppy Joes, hotdogs, etc. and a bake sale and Kiwanis peanut brittle will be on sale. Profits will go for schol­ arships to Michigan State University's College Week next summer. This year 15 full scholarships and one partial scholarship were given. film, “Happiness is a Choice,” Sunday, Nov. 3, at 7 p.m. A free-will offering will be taken. The film features Drs. Paul Meier and Frank Minirth, two of the world’s leading Chris­ tian psychiatrists; Joni Eareckson Tada; Beverly. LaHaye; and Don Baker, pastor and author. Major themes presented in this film will be the causes of depression, symptoms of depression and stress, and God’s solution to depression. The Nashville Church ofthe Nazarene is located at 301 Fuller Street (M-79). School Spirit Watches Available Only at Hodges Featuring... • Maple Valley Lions Only FREE Name Engraving 1 Year Warranty Battery Operated $5995 Grand things are happening at ... HODGES VVffwnm 122W. State St. H.. asti.ngs _Ban,kcard.s .W..el.come' Church vandalized , door he saw the intruder stan­ ding inside the front door, groping for a light switch. “Then he glanced up to see me,” said Mater. The man made a rapid exit by tearing through the screen rather than Miscellaneous HOURS: Monday-Saturday 9-5:30; Fri. 'til 8:00 p.m. VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship............... 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . .10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sun. School....... A.M. Service ..... P.M. Service ...... Wed. Service...... 304 Phillips St., Nashville North State, Nashville A.M. Worship . .9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. Church Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School....10:15 a.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. BOB KERSTEN Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways .9:45 a.m. ...11 a.m. .....7 p.m. ....... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ...7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER "There were marks on my door,” he said. A tracking dog was brought to Vermontville by the sheriff’s department, but the animal was unsuccessful in tracking down the subject. continued from front to add to the north side oftheir church a fellowship hall­ gymnasium that would extend over the west half of an east­ west alley between Phillips and Cleveland streets. Firemen busy, Yarger said one of Nashville’s big trucks was sta­ tioned at Barry’s Resort on Charlton Park Road to draw water from Thomapple Lake for transport to the fire scene. At the end of the regular meeting Thursday, council went into closed session to discuss legal communications received on the Sidney Green “junk” case. from frontpage _ The Nashville tanker drew 30,000 gallons of lake water to help combat the blaze, reported Yarger. Local firemen were on the scene for about four hours. (Toni’s Style Shop ) Something New is Happening We are here to make you look your best. WE USE REDKEN PRODUCTS Toni Belinda Mon.-Sat, Tues.-Sat, Darlene by Appt. Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon After 4:00 p.m. by Appointment Only WALK-INS WELCOME CRAFTS FOR SALE Jo’s Country Craft Shop. Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10-8. 452 1st Street, Sunfield. Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH opening the door, and ran west. Footprints were found leading up to the Mater home from the east. Mater said the man ap­ parently used a crowbar to pry his way into the house. Nashville dam , now receiving $32 per acre on a three-year lease of land at their sewer ponds. “It is only fair that we open it up for bids,” said Dwyer. Lease payments will go into the municipal sewer fund. The land cannot be used to raise crops for human con­ sumption because it is part of the aeration process of the municipal sewer system. It will require chisel disking and applicaiton of lime, said Hinckley. Sealed bids for lease of the land must be received at village hall no later than 5 p.m. Nov. 14, and they will be opened at the council meeting that evening. Also Thursday, the council announced that Nashville Bap­ tist Church has asked for a temporary delay on their alley abandonment. A scheduled Nov. J4 hearing on the matter has been postponed until a date to be announced later. The Baptists are proposing continued from front 852-9192 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School . 11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (16 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service ...........11 a.m. P.M. Service............... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 a.m. Church School ......11 am" Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1991 — Page 3 County Extension Calendar of Events Obituaries Max E. Meyers GRAND RAPIDS - Max E. Myers, 68 ofGrand Rapids and formerly of Hastings, passed away Saturday, October 26, 1991 at his residence. Mr. Myers was born on August 16, 1923 in Hastings, the son ofEllsworth and Mary (Newton) Myers. He was raised in the Hastings area and attended Hastings Schools, graduating in 1941 from Hast­ ings High School. He was a United States Navy Veteran of World War II. He was married to Barbara J. Thompson on August 2, 1947, she preceded him in death on March 24, 1987. He then married Constance A. (Dressier) Kupris on July 16, 1988. Mr. Myers was employed for 46 years for the Felpausch Company and was long-time manager of the Hastings City Food and Beverage Store of the Company, retiring in 1988. He has resided in Grand k Rapids for the past three and one half years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, life member ofNash­ ville Masonic Lodge #255, member of Hastings Order of the Eastern Star, Hastings Elks Lodge #1965, Saladin Shrine and it’s Chanter’s Chorus in Grand Rapids, Hastings American Legion Post, Past President of the Hastings Jaycees, former member ofthe Hastings Rotary Club and Lakewood Choral Society. Mr. Myers is survived by his wife, Connie; daughter and son-in-law Gayle and Doug Marsh of Hastings; four sons and daughters-in-law, Dave and Jane Myers of Jackson, Don and Karen Myers, Dennis and Kathy Myers, Greg and Kathy Myers all of Hastings; son, Bill Myers of Hastings; five step-sons and wives, Gary and Pat Kupris of Kentwood, Greg and Linda Kupris of Caledonia, Steve and Carol Kupris of Comstock Park, Brian and Muriel Kupris of Oban, Scotland, Dale and Catriona Kupris of London, England; step-son and fiancee, 29, 1991 at Hastings First Ken Kupris and Jamie Rade­ United Methodist Church with macher of Grand Rapids; two Reverend Philip L. Brown step-daughters and husbands, officiating. Burial will be at Cindy and Bob Irwin, Sandy Hastings Township Cemetery and Dan Reatini, all of Grand with Masonic Honors. Rapids; step-daughter, Brenda Memorial contributions Kupris of San Diego, Califor­ may be made to Hospice of nia; 20 grandchildren; sister Great Grand Rapids, Elks and husband, Bev and Erv National Foundation, ShrinKnox of Muskegon, sister, er’s Crippled Children. Jean Mosher of Beulah. Arrangements were made Funeral services will be held by the Wren Funeral Home of 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, October Hastings. The following Cooperative Extersion Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: October 30 - Extension Advisory Board meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. November 2 - MAEH sponsored Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m., Hastings Middle School. November 15 - Michigan Farm Credit Conference, MSU Kellogg Center, $20 registration fee, begins 9:30 a.m. 70th Birthday uOrPcEnN HnOuUuSaEt lfor HUBERT (Pheb) DECKER at his home 9766 Nashville Highway, Vermontville on... SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3rd from 3 to 6 p.m. Family and friends presence requested. — No gifts Please — INTERESTING BOOK! Frank "Joe" Frith law H, w **>55 *>55 Mat ^J^tapoje _ I •!Ts b »»• ttahi’inu mi ttyutekUg, ’to Yirpr. Id Ii fawwita u itafata. S^fcp tjbiiBipii! /eareherelomakeyou Myrtl VERMONTVILLE - Frank (Norma) Frith of Memphis, “Joe” Frith, 70 of 402 South Tennessee, Leon (Bernice) Cochran, Charlotte and Frith ofNashville, Herb (Phyl­ formerly of Vermontville, lis) Frith of Nashville, Ken passed away Tuesday, October (Marilyn) Frith ofVermontvil­ 22, 1991 at Sparrow Hospital, le; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Frith Lansing. of Nashville and Marjorie Mr. Frith was bom on Janu­ Moore of Cass City; brother­ ary 21, 1921 in Castleton in-law, Art Drake ofVermont­ Township, Barry County, the ville; many nieces and son of E. Dean and Laura nephews. (Potter) Frith. He was raised in He was preceded in death by Vermontville, graduating from sisters, Anna Daugherty and Vermontville High School in Mabie Drake; brothers, Ashley 1939. He attended Michigan Frith and George Frith. State University.; Funeral services were held He retired from Wade Friday, October 25 at Amusement after 40 years of . Vermontville United Method­ working the kiddie rides. Other ist Church with Reverend employment included farming Robert Kersten officiating. and managing service stations. Burial was at Woodlawn He enjoyed fishing, photogra­ Cemetery, Vermontville. phy, crossword puzzles and Memorial contributions agriculture. may be made to the Joe Frith Mr. Frith is survived by Memorial Fund. sisters, Caroline Berry of Arrangements were made Charlotte and Naomi Frith of by the Maple Valley ChapelMilan; brothers, John (Shirley) Genther Funeral Home, Frith of Redford; Charles Nashville. MHMH M Nita Marie Sherman Hi Ito oi^lIbU W jtrtfMinW** IfW^W'5*1 IlBKW® ML LANSING Nita Marie v Sherman, 73 of Lansing, passed away Friday, October 18, 1991. Mrs. Sherman was bom on January 23, 1918 in Muskegon. Mrs. Sherman is survived by her husband, Donald H.; two sons, Thomas (Gwilda) and Richard (Nancy) Byrd; three daughters, Patricia (Kendal) Wellman, Donna (Bob) Covell H Himimiiiimiiiiimiin -Maple Valley Athletic Boosters 5 I • B IN G O I MAP LE VA LLEY H.S. H S CAFETERIA CA FETERIA £ £ MAPLE VALLEY ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. 5 J Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 jj lllllllllllllaiimilllllllll ft and Retha (Doug) Puvogel; two step-sons, Peter (Jan) and Paul (Diane) Sherman; 20 grandchildren; 19 great­ grandchildren; three brothers, Lloyd (Bella), Ivan (Lou) arid Ronald (Louise) Starks; also numerous nieces, nephews and special friends. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Ida Lee Hosey. Funeral services were held Monday, October 21, at the First Congregational Church, Vermontville with the Reverend Tod Clark, Pastor officiating. Burial followed in Woodlawn Cemetery. The family was served by the Gorsline-Runcimari Lans­ ing Chapel. Our book holds more interest! We are always very competitive. Compare our 5.5% passbook rate with other banks and decide for yourself. High interest and no fees! Why save anywhere else? Eaton Federal $SEC1RA GRANDPARENTS ARE GIVING SMARTER GIFTS THESE DAYS Finding just the right gift for your grandchild isn’t as hard as you might think. Take a look at life insurance. That's right, life insurance. SF.CURA Life has a special. affordable life policy for eligible children bet­ ween the ages of 15 days and 15 years. It’s called Modified Juvenile Whole Lifc By making a “one-time-only” premium payment, you can give your grand­ child a gift of protection that lasts until he reaches age 23. 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Tuesday, October 29, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past Death of Woodland editor headlined the news in 1927 by Susan Hinckley The sudden death of Woodland’s editor and postmaster while on business in Nashville was news here 64 years ago this week. Also of interest to village readers was the call by the local Chamber of Commerce for appointment of a night •watchman to patrol the business district. Details on these and other stories of the day appeared in The Nashville News on Oc­ tober 27, 1927: Heart attack fatal Woodland editor to Charles F. Grozinger, 58, postmaster of Woodland and editor ofthe Woodland News, succumbed to a sudden illness early Saturday evening, while in Nashville on a business trip. Mr. Grozinger had driven out to the Seth Graham truck farm, just east of the village, after some vegetables, and as he was returning he was sud­ denly taken ill. He stopped his car on Sherman Street just east of Main, thinking he would soon recover from his faint spell and be able to resume his trip home. His condition was noticed by Charles Higdon, however, who took him into his home and summoned a physician. Mr. Grozinger seemed to ral­ ly somewhat, but a few minutes later suffered a se- cond attack and quickly pass­ ed away. The cause of his death was angina pectoris, to which we understand he has been sub­ ject for some time past. Mr. Grozinger had been a resident of Woodland all his life and had served his com­ munity as editor and postmaster for many years. He also had a wide acquain­ tanceship throughout the county, having served a cou­ ple of terms as county clerk. The remains were taken to Woodland Saturday night, and funeral services were held from the home Tuesday afternoon. Chamber of Commerce holds busy session The October meeting of the Nashville Chamber of Com­ merce was held Monday even­ ing at the auditorium (club room on the second floor of Gribbin block) and proved to be a very worthwhile session. Several matters of impor­ tance were presented for discussion, and an active program mapped out for several committees so that it may be possible to take definite action at the next meeting. After a fine feed prepared and served by a division ofthe Methodist Ladies Aid, the gathering was called to order by President Glasgow. A communication from the Parent-Teachers Association Edwin Kraft (right) was one of three Nashville businessmen appointed by the Chamber of Commerce in 1927 to confer with village officials about securing a night patrolman for the business district. Kraft, a grocer who also sold shoes, later served three years as village president (1929-32). Center in photo is Edgar Hannefnann, a Nashville dry goods merchant who died in a 1929 swimming accident. At left is Roe Tuttle, son of local banker Carl Tuttle. was presented, asking for the cooperation of the business men in attending the next P.T.A. meeting. Prof. Henderson of Ann Arbor has been engaged to give a talk (at the PTA meeting) and the program should interest everyone in the community. Miss Campbell, an employee of the Hastings Credit Exchange, gave an instructive talk on the methods of opertaing a credit bureau and the benefits to be derived. The organization of such an exchange had been previously discussed, but the cost was considered prohibitive. However, a smaller scale plan has appeared, originating at Shelby, which might be handl­ ed inexpensively in this com­ munity, and a committee con­ sisting of Von W. Fumiss, Chris Marshall and Charles Dahlhouser was appointed to thoroughly investigate the new plan and have a report for the next meeting. We unders­ tand that Mr. Wright ofIonia, state secretary of Credit Exchanges, has promised to be here at the November session for a further discussion along this line. W. A. Quick, Von W. Furniss and C. T. Munro were appointed a committee to con­ sider the idea of building per­ mits and the matter of lower­ ing insurance rates. The question of a night watch came up for discussion, and G. C. Edmonds, W. A. Quick and E. C. Kraft were appointed to confer with viillage officials with the idea of securing a capable man to patrol the business section. On motion, the president was appointed chairman of a road committee, with instruc­ tions to name the t other members to work with him for the interests ofthe community in improved highways. Some definite work also was assign­ ed to the industrial committee, and with these various ac­ tivities culminating at the next meeting, Nov. 28. That session promises to be one that no business man of Nashville can afford to miss. C. Thomas Saturday store opens According to announcement made in this issue of The News, the C. Thomas Co. will open its Nashville store on Saturday, Oct. 29. They are located in the John Kocher block on the west side of North Main Street, and ex­ pect to be ready for business Saturday morning with a com­ plete stock of groceries of all kinds. See their advertisement on Page 6. (The full-page ad. announc­ ed that the store would open at seven o’clock, with the first 300 customers receiving a fancy shopping basket. The next 100 would be given a loaf of white bread. One of the grand opening specials listed in the ad was an introductory offer of Thomas coffee, “a wonderful high-grade cof­ fee,” at 3 lbs. for 85 cents. A pound of fig bars was a dime; a 10-lb. sack of pure cane sugar was just 63 cents.) at Eaton Rapids Monday and — (Northeast Castleton) purchased a purebred Jersey Irene Austin attended the Girl bull.. Reserve party Monday even­ — (Morgan) The ing and the A. A. party on carpenters are rushing work Friday evening, in Nashville. on the new house of Mr. and — (Kalamo) Wednesday, Mrs. McClelland. October 19, being the birth­ — (North Castleton) The day of Will Martens,, a community has been shocked number of friends and by the sudden death of neighbors gathered at his Charles Grozinger, editor of home in the evening to remind the Woodland News.. him of the occasion. — (Martin Comers) Mrs. — (Durfee) A number from Millie Fisher spent Monday of this way attended the funeral last week at the home of her of Mrs. Cornelia Eaton at her brother, Will, in Lakeview, late late home, home, Saturday called there by her mother’s afternoon. accident. — (Dayton Comers) Mrs. — (South Maple Grove) Marion Forman gave a party Mrs. Mabel Moody is im­ Monday night to the young proving from her recent people in honor ofher nephew illness. and his friend from Detroit. A — (Morgan) Rev. B. I. fine time was had­ Local News Kinney of Grand Ledge held — (Northeast Castleton) — A shadow and box social our quarterly meeting and the The Hosmer P.T.A. will be will be held at the Feighner services were blessed with an held Wendesday evening. School Oct. 28. The shadows outpouring ofthe Holy Ghost. Potluck supper will be served. will be sold. Snappy program — (Southwest Sunfield) The men are asked to please first. Ladies, bring boxes. Adam Fender has been work­ bring their purse. Bring table Gentlemen, bring your ing for Clarence Down­ service for your family. pocketbooks. All welcome! ing... A. L. Fisher is moving a — (Barryville) The Junior — The members and building for Eugene orchestra played for C. E. friends of the Barnes P.T.A. Flewelling. Sunday evening. The Juniors enjoyed another one of their — (West Vermontville) D. are progressing very nicely. interesting meetings Friday M. Purchis left Sunday morn­ — (Maple Grove Center) evening and plans were made ing for Cass City to visit his The Rev. and Mrs. Kenyon for the rural school fair, sister, Mrs. Wallace Heller, spent Monday in Eaton which will be held some time who is in poor health. Rapids. in November. Several other — (Maple Grove Center) A — (Kalamo) The first rural schools willjoin with us, number have been attending meeting of the Kalamo and the time and place will be the Gipsy Smith meetings in Woman’s Club was held at the announced later. Mrs. Battle Creek, home of their president, Mrs. Barkalow of the Baptist — (Dayton Corners) Gertrude Noban, Oct. 19. Church gave a very in­ Misses Bertha Frith and Dora There are 25 members in the teresting talk on her life as a Baas were in Jackson Thurs- club this year, which is their missionary among the In­ day and Friday, attending the limited number. All except dians, and Messrs. Lathrop, teachers’ institute. three were present, two of' Foster and Fassett of Bar— (Barryville) The C. E. those being in distant cities. ryville gave us some excellent Society will have a box social After the president’s greeting, vocal music. Popcorn and at the home of Mr. and Mrs. appointment of committees, candy were served. O. D. Fassett Friday evening, and explanation of year — Dent McDerby and two Oct. 28. Ladies, please bring books, each answered roll call daughters; Mrs. Frank box. A very interesting pro­ with an account of their sum­ McDerby; and J. C. McDerby gram is being arranged. mer’s vacation. Several had and family visited at George — (Kalamo) There was no been in the northern part of T. Bullens in Albion Tuesday. school in the Swift district the state and pretty pictures of Dent went on to Chicago on a Monday and Tuesday, as the interesting places were passed business trip, and his teacher, Mrs. Conrad Barker, around. Mrs. Iva Martens daughters will join him there was ill with throat trouble. read the club commandments, Friday to return to their home — (Barryville) Ray Fassett, which brought forth hearty at Calgary, Alberta, Canada. one of our boys who attends applause, after which contests — Harry Anthony, travel­ Hastings ‘High School,, was and music took up the time ing salesman for the Berkshire one of 400 who had four A’s until refreshments were serv­ Paper Mills ofAdams, Mass., on their monthly report cards. ed by the officers. had Sunday dinner with his — (Durfee) Come to the — (Martins Comers) The cousin, C. H. Raymond. shadow social at the Durfee pheasants are assembled and — Clarence Shaw received school house Friday evening, are counseling one with word Monday evening that his Oct. 28. A potluck supper, in­ another, but can’t decide on father had passed away at his cluding chicken, will be the right direction. home near Middleville. served. — H. H. Church, W. H. Olin and Dr. W. A. Vance were among those who attend­ ed the football game at Ann Arbor Saturday. — Mr. and Mrs. L. Herryman and Mr. and Mrs. Clark Titmarsh were at Battle Creek Sunday afternoon, and heard Gipsy Smith. — Frank Caley and C. A. YOU CAN O /Z A SQO7 GUARANTEED Pratt were in Baittie Creek Monday afternoon on EARN 1 FULL YEAR business. — Otis Gokay of Three Oaks spent the weekend with hiis mother, Mrs. Melissa Gokay. . — (Striker District) We are sorry to hear that Eva Baulch is in Pennock Hosptial, having had an operation last Wednes­ day. Miss Eva was injured quite seriously some time ago in an automobile wreck, and has never thoroughly recovered. — (Smoky Road) The box social at the Wellman school was Well attended Thursday. Proceeds were around $17. — (Guy Comers) C. O. Elliston attended a Jersey sale CD’s Maturing?... Stock Market Blues?... eluding” som°e mlXgs"oMhe NashvHh Chamber^C0"010"1^ ?°therin9s’ in‘ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1991 — Page 5 ‘McGruff gives local kids Halloween safety tips more than 10 years, originating as part of a crime The “do’s and don’t’s” of prevention grant. With the help of McGruff, Halloween were spelled out last week for Nashville Wood gave the youngsters elementary students/ by a many tips to help promote safe trick-or-treat outings. He said special “canine” guest, that it was important that the McGruff, the Crime Dog. The popular TV symbol of children not eat the treats they crime prevention appeared receive until they can have Tuesday at Fuller Street arid their parents check the items. Kellogg elementary schools, He also spoke about potential accompanied by Barry County hazards of Halloween attire. “Be careful about costumes Sheriff David Wood and Nashville Police Chief Gene around fires,” warned the sheriff. “A lot ofcostumes to­ Koetje. The presentation on Hallo­ day are flammable. Also be ween safety was to be given to careful about wigs.” Face coverings that restrict all Schools in the county, said Wood. McGruff has been a vision are -dangerous, too, part of the Barry County noted Wood. “Use makeup instead of Sheriff’s Department for by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer L SS S'S h*fi» "*u'*fi l»»C»l js-js »iW£ *»<4 £k*»k H•*i|inIs*s*l ^•ss^ f.t MtMt Mh «w;; Eager Kellogg students shook hands with McGruff following the Halloween safety presentation. masks if at all possible. Wear nothing to impede your view.” He added that if a mask must be worn, it should feature wide eye holes that allow plenty of room to see. Another safety recommen­ dation was that children carry flashlights on their rounds. fc"afe fc afe 1k ft1?'*! ft1?! iWtfitilritlL "Spook Night" set tonight at Putnam Library ®® takHindu a™ tauijBk aujkm ®® tMtjficnjttuotoiiJ HW mbiItbt. iUImj mj' ttewtjwtiioU *CE iKtajBiaa mid .Mpta'ina sllfe. pt»a tl» Donning the sheriff's hat, McGruff clowned around to amuse the children. I®, is! njtotia <1 a sin; IdfliwiM isp lijsiffljrftaE i k'ihmMU kui KiDturtnpif ifat taiiifSiCB'1 ij,b6: ireaificawt^ i jifc, wl. k. fci ink. itilrt®*' iita fost ^>*1* tain riBSWMk“ t5 ERMONTVILLE RESIDENT ^TIMK 7REIITJ hours in the Village of Vermontville will r Thursday, October 31 O 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Vermontville Village^^ cil^— Children of the community are invited to enjoy “Spook Night,” set for 6 to 8 p.m. tonight, Oct. 29, at Putnam Public Library, 327 N. Main St., Nashville. Costumes are optional, but prizes will be awarded to the best dressed according to age group. Youngsters will be led through a spooky path of Halloween horrors: ghosts, goblins and such. The event, sponsored by Friends of the Library in cooperation with the Library Board and staff and the Nashville Woman’s Literary Club, is free and is open to children of all ages with the provision that parents provide supervision for the younger ones. Refreshments and small gifts will be furnished to those attending. McGruff warned the children that if they must walk in the roads they should walk against the traffic, facing oncoming vehicles. Wood added another very important rule. “Don’t go into strange houses, and don’t get into strange cars.” He also advised the children to trick-or-treat only at homes of people they know. “We suggest adult supervi­ sion, especially for younger kids,” concluded Wood. McGruffgreeted students at the school assemblies and showed them Halloween sacks that later were distributed to each child present. 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Parks Nashville Boy Scout Troop No. 176 held a Court of Honor Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Nashville United Methodist Church. Scouts were recognized for rank advancements, merit badge achievements and years of service. Parents and friends were present to view the ceremony. Leaders Russ Cerny and Mike Javor present awards to scouts Matt Kneil and Scott Rooks. The evening included a flag ceremony, skits, and infor­ mative talks conducted by the scout membership. We Now Have MYLAR & LATEX BALLOONS for all $ OCCASIONS I*JSi/W W’wizES ' Willy Rooks and David Taylor were responsible for planning the evening’s pro­ gram. The troop adult leaders presented the awards earned by the scouts. The scouts recognized for their accomplishment were Chris Baker, Josh Cerny, Matt Fawley, Jason Harmon, Sam Javor, Matt Mace, Ben Mudry, Rudy Othmer, Dan Potter, Scott Rooks, Willy Rooks, Andy Swartz and David Taylor. Adult leaders are Russ Cerny, Mike Jarvor, and Dale Ossenheimer. School Lunch Menus Just arrived ... Maple Valley Balloons Halloween Balloons Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 30 Mapes Family Florist Chicken nuggetts with dip, mashed potatoes, mixed fruit, jelly sandwich. 107 North Main Street, Nashville Thursday, Oct. 31 Hallowdog/bun, spooky fries, ghostly pears, fruit gummies. NOTE: Choose one entree. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 30 *Salad, *Spaghetti, *Hot dog/bun, broccoli, pineapple, roll and butter. Thursday, Oct. 31 Runny Nose Specials Robitussin $1 77 ■ 4 OZ Night Relief 4 oz... „•....... usterine Mils germs W Plaque, Gingi*® and Bad Brea#1 Bargain ofthe Week ... Listerine or Listermint 32 oz. CM, CF, PE or Pediatric 4 oz................ Friday, Nov. 1 ♦Salad, *Pizza, beans, applesauce. green Monday, Nov. 4 ♦Salad, * Hamburger/bun, ♦Cheeseburger/bun, corn, mixed fruit. Tuesday, Nov. 5 ♦Salad, *Spanish Rice, ♦Com Dog, green beans, peaches, com bread/butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice . of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu SU DAFED Tablets 24’s ♦Salad, *Mac. & Cheese, ♦Tuna Sandwich, peas, bread and butter, salad bar. Community members have been hearing the term “middle school” recently and may wonder where and why the term has emerged. A middle school is designed to serve students in the middle grades, ranging from grades 4 through 9, most commonly those in grades 5-8. It is a departure from earlier years, when students in these grades were placed either at the top of the elementary school or the bottom of the high school. The ma­ jority of schools across our nation now have middle schools, which are designed to better meet the needs of these students. Why are schools shifting to middle schools? There are a number of reasons. First and foremost is that research and experience have shown that students in this age group learn better in schools that help them to move most successfully from their early childhood years to older childhood. For example, in schools such as ours, students have one regular teacher in grades K-6 and then have to adjust to six teachers in grades 7 and 8. Many students have difficulty with this dramatic change and the result is that failure rates and behavior problems are the.highest in these grades. This failure can limit their future educational plans and efforts and may result in their turning offto school and turning on to such temp­ tations as drugs. A second reason for the shift is that when enrollment and programs expand at the elementary and high school levels, those in the middle tend to get squeezed out. This involves such issues as having little or no space for special and extracur­ ricular activities and having few staff members who are work­ ing primarily with them. A third reason is that young people at all ages need to have a place they can call their own and where the entire program and services are designed to encourage and assist them in develop­ ing as persons and learners. There are many reasons why a midle school is a better place for students in the middle grades. I hope that the reasons given will help our community to relate to the idea and need. If you desire further information, please feel free to contacT me. Q Sinus Tablets 24’s $^88 Severe Cold Tablets or Caplets 10’s Tablets 24’s or 12 Hour Tablets 10’s .......................... Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. ACTIFED Tablets 12’s or Capsules 10’s ACTIFED Tablets 24’s 12 Hour Capsules 10’s INSURANCE Plus Tablets or Caps 20’s Everyday is double prints for your Halloween Photos. Special on AssortedHalloween candies Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 BwiE Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 219 Main Street, Nashville, Michigan 852-0845 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Comp any �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1991 — Page 7 Kellogg Elementary 6th graders trace 'pumpkin* family trees 'Sn Shannon Bennett (left) and Samatha Smith, of Melanie Garlinger's sixth grade class, created a Mr. and Mrs. Clown Pumpkin, seen with their huge pet spider pumpkin "Walter. s» wIJ j&js ‘JSa *Qk% These six students of Sandra Briggs show some of the pumpkin people made by members of that class. The entry in the center of the table represents a Maplle Valley girl eager, complete with a pumpkin basketball. Standing from leftt are Tomi Sealy, Danielle Watson, Holly Green, Hillary Cates, Amanda Finkler and Jessie Pennington. imaginations while learning the way. the rudiments of recording Besides creative handiwork needed to develop the per­ Pumpkins became “peo­ family histories. Working in teams of two, sonalities of their pumpkins, ple” last week at Kellogg the students created pumpkins the project also required Elementary in Nashville. Sixth graders in Sandra representing various walks of students to compile a family life — from kings to clowns — history, tracing their pumBriggs’ and Melanie Garlinger’s classes exercised their and added “relatives” along pkin’s imaginary geneology. The paperwork assignment called for tracking origins of V.F.W. Post 8260 - Nashville, Ml their pumpkins, explaining the meaning of surnames, recoun­ ting when and how the pum­ pkin ancestors emigrated to America, etc. Students played the role of historians in recording im­ Serving 5:30-7:30 p.m. aginary interviews with their Turkey/dressing and Ham subjects, including questions relating to place of birth, Chairpersons - Linda and Harvey Dunkleberger childhood memories, youthful aspirations, and “How did BAKE SALE and BAZAAR you meet your spouse?” and Jennetta King Alberta Lewis “What was your wedding like?” Pumpkin family members also were called on for various recollections: favorite remedies, special games, fun­ ny stories, most embarrassing moments, etc. To complete the project, students filled in special fami­ ly tree charts that traced five generations of their pumpkin families. by Susan Hinckley StaffWritwe i^Z£ -’nS?1^ Q?h*<J ? h<’J‘’If PENNY SUPPER , "bS> T^'**i«k>fc **1^0.; R»4iitifaij|iji|[ November 2, 1991 VILLAGE CRAFT SHOW Saturday, November 2 at Kellogg Elementary School Y Home ImproyementHeadguarters • Tools • Plumbing • Electrical • Hardware • Drywall Insulation • Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding • Anderson Windows • Paneling • Dimension Lumber • Treated Lumber See Us For — • Delivery • Planning QUEEN STREET, NASHVILLE, Ml A A Ninja Turtle pumpkin and a King Pumpkin were creations of these Kellogg sixth graders (from left) Andy Oleson, Casey Hansbarger and Megan Starnes. • Estimates • Savings 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. — FREE ADMISSION — Q HOMETOWN! Food Served Including... Sandwiches and Homemade Pies (L 219 S. State, Nashville|*wsA DOOR PRIZES GIVEN AWAY ~ EVERY HOUR LUMBER YARD / CREDIT 3RC AVAILABLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1991 Page 8 Extension Homemakers join state convention The Michigan Association of Extension Homemakers held their state convention and annual meeting at the Radisson Hotel in Lansing, Oct. 15-17. The even attracted 137 members representing 46 Michigan counties. Attending from Eaton County were Ina Wooley, Betty Cook, Thelsa Turner of Charlotte; Nancy Conkey of V osc V i® V ia Vermontville; Catie Epling of Lansing and Alys Hoover, Maida Hawley and Helen Tompkins of Eaton Rapids. Notable guest speakers at the three-day program includ­ ed Lt. Gov. Connie Binsfield; Dr. Gail Imig, MSU Cooperative Extension Direc­ tor; and Judy DeWitz, Regional Director of the Na­ tional Association of Exten­ sion Homemakers. V ia V ja V san V THE WEATHERVANE "Olde Tyme Folk Art Shows • presents - Christmas in the Country Kalamazoo, MI NOV. 1,2 & 3,1991 Wings Stadium 1-94 Exit 80 at Sprinkle Rd. aa * Fri. Night Preview 5-9 pm, Adm. $5 * Saturday 10 am-5 pm, Adm. S3 os Sunday 12-5 pm, Adm. S3 OS The next Eaton County 4-H Advisory Council meeting will be Monday, Nov. 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Kardel Hall. 4-H teens, parents or leaders are encouraged to run for an officer’s position. If interested contact the Ex­ tension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594 or Kathy Pion, council president, at 543-6207. Each 4-H club is asked to have at least an adult and a teen representative attend the council meetings. Representa­ tion of each club is needed to make decisions for the Eaton County 4-H program. Vermontville woman to hear State Rep. information 167 S. Main St.. Frankenmuth. Ml 46734 (517) 652'8941 GAIL LYN MILLER • COLONIAL CORNERS Homa Addrau- 906 W. Baldwin. St. John*. Ml 48879 (517)224-8446 as Eaton County 4-H Council to meet Nov. 4 Children 6-12 $1.50, Under 6 FREE MARCO MILLER - THE WEATHERVANE OwS Leading the convention were President Gloria Cran­ dall of Calhoun County, Vice President Nancy Schave of Delta County and Catie Epling of Eaton County. The Michigan Association of Extension Homemakers is an organization of 6,000 members who study educa­ tional programs that target family issues. OLDE TYME FOLK ART SHOWS 1991 Fall Schedule Dec. 6,7 & 8 - Flint IMA Sports Arena as State Representative Frank Fitzgerald will speak on cur­ rent and pending legislation at the Nov. 4 meeting of the Vermontville Woman’s Club. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, in the Vermontville Library. This is an open meeting and everyone interested is invited to attend. 750:THE TRUE NO-TILL DRILL See it today p' ■ Seeds into virtually any condition with minimal soil disturbance Finance charge waiver until April ’92 ■ Unprecedented accuracy and depth control ■ 10- and 15-foot widths, grain or grain/fertilizer. Two-unit hitch available Hastings 945-9526 Gospel group to perform locally The Perrys, a southern gospel music group, will be in concert Sunday, Nov. 3, at 7 p.m. at Nashville Baptist Church, 304 Phillips St. The Perrys have become one of the top requested talents in the gospel music field and are recognized in the gospel music industry as having excellent talent and a sincere spiritual approach to their singing. 4-H leaders, parents take part in workshops Several Eaton County 4-H members, leaders and parents participated in various workshops at these locations. They include Krista and Mary McGuire of Olivet, who at­ tended the 4-H Food, Nutri­ tion and Fitness Workshop at Kettunen Center Oct. 19-20; Angie Maynard and Judy Rinehart of Charlotte, who at- tended the 4-H Personal Ap­ pearance Workshop at Kettunen Center Oct. 18-19; and Pete and Becca Wilford of Sunfield, who attended the 4-H Visual Arts and Crafts Workshop at Kettunen Center Oct. 12-13. Those attending the Sept. 21, 4-H Fall Hort Workshop Capitalaires Quartet to sing in Charlotte Nov. 3 The Capitalaires Quaret of Holt will be in concert at the Free Methodist Church of Charlotte Sunday evening, Nov. 3. The time of the concert is 6 p.m. There is no admission charge. The Charlotte Free Methodist Church is located across from the high school at the comers of State and Cherry streets. For more information on this free concert, call (517) 543-0910 between noon and 3 p.m. Monday-Friday. 'disappointments Send the FTD® Pick-Me-Up Bouquet. Just call or visit us today. See our... 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Many opportunities are of­ fered to 4-H members, leaders and families at the two con­ ference facilities, Kettunen Center in Tustin and the Kellogg Biological Station in Hickory Comers. In addition, MSU provides workshops for further educa­ tion in many project areas. State St. 945-5029 HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 to 8:00; Saturday 8:30 to 5:30; Closed Sun.. • NOTICE • The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular and recess­ ed session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Tuesday, October 8th and Wednesday, October 16th, 1991. 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. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners _________(10-29-91-31) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1991 — Page 9 Winterize equipment, tools before storing Village craft show set Nov. 2 Nearly 50 talented crafters from the Nashville com­ munity will offer their wares at a village show Saturday, Nov. 2, at Kellogg School on Queen Street. The 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. event will feature a variety of hand­ made items, including baskets, stained glass, wood crafts, ceramics, crocheted and knitted items, and decorated sweatshirts. Chairperson Joan Tutt shows a few of the items to Nikki Shaw, 5, of Hastings. Admis­ sion is free. Door prizes will be awarded hourly. Food will be available at a booth operated by Barry County Christian School. Birthdays may come and birthdays may go... But look who’s turning big 40h! Garvey OCTOBER 30 - SPECIALSALE! SNAPPER. Riders & Tractors PRICES AS LOW AS... Plus $99900 ... FREE your choice, of Gas powered String Trimmer Gas Powered Leaf Blower Grass Catcher Attachment SUBJECT TO AVAILABLE INVENTORY SALE ENDS OCTOBER 11, 1991 Trowbridge Sales & Service 130 S. Main, Vermontville 517-726-0569 DRIVE A LITTLE — SAVE A LOT From trowels to tillers, gardening equipment will last longer and do a better job for you if you spend time on preventive maintenance each fall. Getting tools in tiptop con­ dition 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 equip­ ment is 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 sharpen­ ing, adjusting and lubricating various parts as needed, and cleaning, replacing, or clean­ ing 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 starter so the oil lubricates the cylinder walls and valves. This protects against rust. Clean and regap the old spark plug or buy a new one and put it in. Clean the tops ofthe bat­ teries and store them where they won’t freeze. Chainsaws and other engine-driver equipment that will be used during the winter should be drained and refuel­ ed 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 handies and wood ladders can be treated with a wood preser­ vative 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 prun­ ing 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 STANTON'S Beautiful ranch home located on approx. 10 wooded acres. Garage. Super location! ________ _ (CH-114) need thorough cleaning so that chemicals don’t clog moving parts or nozzles. Dry fertilizer left in a spreader will absorb water, which will contribute to rust and general deteroration. After emptying and clean­ ing equipment, lubricate mov­ ing parts and rub rustprone metal with an oily rag before storing. (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH MhlH STCCCT MCSMOrtTMIlLC. MICHiCAn 49096 mashmiuc LFTU] rjfej (517)852-1717 1987 Mobile home located on approx, one acre. Charlotte School District. (CH-113) 3 bedroom, 2 bath home located on approx, one acre. Nice country property! (CH-112) Approx. 17 acres located near Ionia, 10 rooms, 3 bedrooms. Land contract terms! (CH-109) ttw Lakefront home at Thornapple Lake. Sandy beach. Remodeled. Walkout basement. (M-39) L-100. 2 vacant lots with lake access to Jordan Lake. Only $8,900 for both with contract terms. Great family home with four bedrooms, TV room, partially fenced back yard. (N-80) L-97. & L-96. 33 acres and approx, two 22% acre pieces of vacant land. Contract terms. Clarksville area. Thank You CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend our heart­ felt thanks to all the neighbors, friends and relatives ofLeslie M. Adams. Your prayers, flowers, memorial tributes and sympathy were greatly appreciated. A special thank you to the Rev. Jeff Mansell for his up lift­ ing service. We thank Richard Gcnther and the Maple Valley Chapel for the kindness in handling all the funeral arrangements. We, also thank the Nashville United Methodist Church ladies for providing a lovely luncheon. We pray God will bless each ofyou for sharing your love with us. Thank you so very much The Family of Leslie M. Adams CARD OF THANKS The family of William Thompson would like to thank all our friends and neighbors for their love and support. A special thank you to Reverend Robert Taylor, the ladies of Assembly of God Church, Maple Valley Genther Funeral Home and the wonder­ ful staff at Blodgett Hospital. Words cannot express. May God bless each and everyone of you. Claudia Thompson David, Sara and Billy ntiques & Collectible, VERMONTVILLE POLE BARN SALE. Saturday, November 2,9am until ? Lots of antiques, collectibles and a little bit of a lot of things. Six miles North East of Vermontville. 7998 Brown Rd. Needs lots of work but great potential. Historical home located in Hastings TO BE SOLD AT ABSOLUTE AUCTION MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11 • 12:30 P.M. Located at 8635 Clinton Trail (M-50), Mulliken, Ml (2% miles south of Sunfield on Sunfield Road to M-50 and 2 miles southeast or approx. 8% miles northwest of Charlotte on M-50) Four bedroom home located on approx, one acre. OPEN HOUSES: Wed., October 30 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday, November 3 - 1:00-2:30. Call for details on possible seller financing! — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1991 — Page 10 This Week in SPORTS... Lions move to within win ofplayoffs Maple Valley Lion gridders flatten Hopkins 12-6 The Lion defense chases down Hopkins running back Zach Wilson, who had gained 243 yards the previous week against St. Philip. Maple Valley limited Wilson to 86 yards. Pictured are Mike Trowbridge (71), Darrell Stine (76) and Kyle Neff (34). by Todd Tubergen CENTURY FURNACE High 90 Plus Efficiency • Air Conditioning • Sales & Service We also do custom shee t me tai. work walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 Sports Editor The Maple Valley defense was issued a challenge in Friday night's game against Hopkins. Lined up against an explosive Viking offense that had shredded St. Philip for over 400 yards, the Lion defenders responded, leading Maple Valley to a tough 12­ 6 win. The victory moves the Lions to within one game of its second consecutive unbeaten regular season and playoff berth. Last year's squad posted the first undefeated season in the school's 27-year history. Maple Valley will travel to Portland Friday with a playoff berth on the line. The possiblity exists that the Lions would meet former league rival Pennfield, which Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • - 726-0319 M°®hru hours - COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml won the Kalamazoo Valley Association title in its first year in the league. Led by running back Zack Wilson, the Hopkins offense has rolled up some impressive numbers over the course of the season. It was a different story on Friday, as the Lions bottled up Wilson for the most part, holding him to 86 rushing yards. A classic drive by Maple Valley in the third quarter enabled the Lions to come away with the win. The drive took 20 plays and covered 80 yards, taking 7:31 off the clock in the process. Running back Jeremy Reynolds, who had caught a clutch pass for a first down earlier in the drive, bulled in from the three with what turned out to be the winning touchdown. Reynolds led all rushers with 133 yards on 26 carries. Maple Valley had another sustained drive early in the fourth quarter. But on fourth and a long two at the Viking seven, the ball squirted loose and was recovered by Hopkins on the 11. The Vikings then methodically drove the ball downfield, as Wilson had key runs of 20 and 16 yards. Hopkins tried to pass on Turn Your Spring Cleanup into... CASH! we Buy All Metals ...such as aluminum, copper, iron, steel and auto bodies. Pacinos — 519 E. Hastings Division RAILROAD STREET / 945-3054 Ask for Bob Miller Maple Valley running back Jeremy Reynolds (27) plows through the Hopkins defense for some of his 133 yards in the Lions 12-6 win. (Photos by Gus Ross) third and five from inside Lion territory, but defensive end Darrell Stine unloaded on quarterback Kelly Reynolds as he was throwing the ball, which floated into the arms of Maple Valley's Karl Neff. The Vikings had one more chance, but a third-down sack by Brent Stine and a fourth-down pressure by Chris Harmon ended their chances. "Our defense played very well." Lions coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. "They just rose to the occasion. "I also thought the offensive line had another good game. They opened alot of holes and kept the Hopkins defense away from our quarterback." Maple Valley's first touchdown came on a 24yard pass from quarterback Greg Gam to running back Aaron Patrick early in the second quarter. The conversion was unsuccessful due to a fumbled snap. Hopkins responded with a long drive in the waning moments of the half, and Kelly Reynolds fired a nice pass to Wilson in the end zone for a 9-yard score on a fourth and six play with 0:19 left to play. The twopoint conversion failed. The drive was aided by several key penalties, including a defensive holding call and a face-mask. The Lions were flagged nine times for 90 yards in the game. Maple Valley outgained the Vikings on the ground 193-96. Gam completed all three of his passes for 44 yards, while Kelly Reynolds connected on just two of 12 for 15 yards. The Lion defense was led by Brent Stine with eight tackles, Jason Byington with seven, and Darrell Stine, Mike Trowbridge and Scott English with seven apiece. Portland comes into Friday's game with a 5-3 mark. They lost two league games during the season, but are coming off a 10-0 shutout of Haslett. FACTORY WORKERS Alto area company has sanding, bulling, and light assembly openings? available. High starling wages lor the non­ experienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope* nings coming In every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be given Immediate con­ sideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal I.D. Never a fee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. ** APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN 0:30 A.M. ■ 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY 7th grade gal eagers lose two The Maple Valley seventh grade girls basketball team took two losses in the Hastings Tournaments. Monday the Lions lost to Wayland 27-20. High scorers were Erin Hokanson with seven points and Jenny Kuempel with six. Nashville Lions hear program on Australia The Nashville Lions Club met recently for their monthly dinner meeting, at which Pam Grover, from the Barry-Eaton Health Department, told of her trip to Australia. Guests and prospective member the Rev. Ken Vaught and wife, Helen, attended. Pins were given out for 100 percent attendance to Nelson Brumm, Jud Cooley, Jim Carl, John Davis, Russ Furlong, Shirley Gillespie, Roger Green, Herb Frith, Rick Genther, Blair Hawblitz, John Hildebrandt, Willard Myers, John Moore, Oivin Moore, Hugh Overholt and Karl Pufpaff. High rebounders were Hokanson with 13 and Kuempelwith 11. Thursday Maple Valley lost to Allegan 27-17. Kuempel had nine points and Marie Jewill added four and grabbed four rebounds. MV’s last game of the season will be at St. Phillips Wednesday. 698-7979 (EOE) Three Bldgs. South of comer of M-37/44th Street or 4595 Broad­ moor, S.E., Suite 150 (located in the Kent­ wood Corporate Complex)* EOt COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner - Mich. lic. #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 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1991 — Page 11 Lady Lion eagers outlast league foe Olivet Maple Valley freshman Holli Taylor broke a 46-46 tie with a minute left and later added a free throw to lead the Lady Lions to a tough 49-46 win over SMAA rival Olivet. The win keeps Maple Valley in step with league­ leading St. Philip at the end of the first round of conference games. The Tigers are 3-0 in league play, while the Lions are 2­ 1. "It was just one of those Battle Creek man gets hole-in-one locally Bob Spindlow, one of a party of eight men from Bat­ tle Creek golfing Thursday at Mulberry Fore in Nashville, scored a hole-in-one on the par 3 No. 10. Other members of his foursome witnessed the perfect shot. Spindlow has been golfing for at least 20 years. A Charlotte man scored a hole-in-one last month at Mulberry Fore. J Vs win BIG! TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, tans.. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • <16-527-2724 The Maple Valley jayvee basketball team defeated Olivet Wednesday 51-33. The Lions jumped out to a quick 15-5 first-quarter lead and never looked back. Linette Snyder led the Lions with 14 points and seven re­ bounds Lisa Wood added 13 points. Dana Hasselback led the re­ bounders with 11, and Stacee Hawkins added 9 steals. The jayvee record is now 9-6. Vermontville Residents HYDRANTS WILL BE FLUSHED Thursday, October 31 st ...beginning approximately 10 a.m. This may cause temporary discolora­ tion of the water. Vermontville Village Council NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER “Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics Dr. Michael Callton • Back Pain • Neck Pain • Headaches • Leg & Arm Pains • Numbness & Tingling • Work Injuries • Auto Injuries • Sports Injuries NEW PATIENT PATI SPECIAL Examination, X-Rays, and Treatment.............................. $25°° MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES 11/5/91 Most Insurances Accepted — Open 6 Days a Week 127 S. Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-2070 games that could have gone either way," Maple Valley coach Jerry Reese said ofthe game. "Fortunately we were able to come out on top. "We're still in the title chase." Reese was pleased that his squad kept its poise late in the game after the Eagles had trimmed what had been a nine-point lead midway through the third quarter to no lead at all. The Lions had a 25-18 halftime advantage. Janet Boldrey led the Lions with 14 points and four steals. Jennifer Phenix had 13 points and shared rebounding honors with Joy Stine. Each had eight boards. Sara DeGroot also had double figures with 11 points. Julie Roiter had 14 points and Heather Sheets add 11 for Olivet, which dropped to 1-2 in the SMAA. It will be a tough week for Maple Valley. Tonight the Lions will play an explosive Lake wood team. Maple Valley will be right back on Wednesday against St. Philip. Both games are at home. Maple Valley High Schools WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29 J.V. gridders tieHopkins 14-14 • Freshman, J.V., Varsity Basketball, Home, Lakewood, 4:30 p.m. The Maple Valley jayvee football team played to a hardfought 14-14 tie with Hopkins Thursday night. The Lions tied the game with three minutes left on a Gabe Priddy to Randy Jarrard 60 yard pass to the one-yard line. Priddy then lunged it in from there. The extra point kick was blocked and the score stood at 14-14. Big plays accounted for all the scoring with the Vikings drawing first blood on a 66-yard swing pass and two point conversion to go up 8-0. The Lions struck back on a WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30 37-yard screen pass from Priddy to Rich Furlong with one second left in the half and also converted the extra point with a pass from Priddy to Jon Mitchell to tie the score. Leading the offense was Jarrard with 83 yards on 12 carries and Priddy who hit four of nine passes for 115 yards. The defense ws led by Matt Reid with six tackles, and Gabe Priddy with seven. The next game for the Junior Lions will be Thurs­ day, Oct. 31, at home against Portland. Game time is 7 p.m. Sth grade gals repeat The Maple Valley eighth grade girls basketball team last week won the Hastings Jr. High (8th grade) Tournament, which they had previously done when they were seventh graders. The Lions started out on Monday playing aginast Business Services BOBCAT SERVICESBackhoe bam cleaning, general excavating, sand and gravel delivery. Lowest rates. 1-517-852-2278. Thank You CARD OF THANKS To my family and friends a very special Thank You for all the special attention I received during my recent recovery. The phone calls, flowers, visits, thoughts and prayers are greatly appreciated. Thank you to Dr. DeGoa and Dr. Hoffman for their excellent care. Your thoughtfulness and care will never be forgotten. Thelma Christopher CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our friends and our U.M. Church for their prayers and cards and visits to Arthur Bateman. Thanks to Hospice for Nancy Spencer who comes each weekday morning to help us and at various times when called. And for the Hospice nurses and volunteers. Thanks to the Nashville Lions Club for Arts lifetime member­ ship award and 20 year pin and the calendars for ourselves and our friends. Thanks to Isabelle Dean and Tom McGrail for proch painting and lawn work and visits. Thanks to Edgar Smith who has cut our grass and is our “Mr. FixIt.” Thanks to Warren Travoli for his help and advise and errands run at tax time. Thanks to our neighbor Otto Dahm as our “mailman” and to neighbor Onalee Gabrick for coming when needed to help. Thanks to Eldon Lieb and Mary Lou Bitgood for coming at odd times when called and to Ruth Lieb for staying nights while we sleep. Thanks to Reverend Brooks and now Reverend Baught for visits and communion. Thanks to Commission on Aging for meals and volunteer time. We are still praying for a miracle. Arthur, Margaret & Tom Bate­ man. in tourney Wayland, the team that last year they had defeated in tri­ ple overtime in the finals. Wayland scored the first four points but that was the last time they saw the lead. MV’s quickness helped defeat Wayland 32-20. Leading the way for M.V. were team captains Nichole Kirwin with 17 points and Tracy Hickey with 10 points, five assists, and eight steals. The Lions played Hastings Thursday in the championship game. Maple Valley started out slowly leading 5-6 after one quarter. MV got on track and won the game going away 38- 12. The Lion defense held Hastings to six points each half. Kirwin scored 18 points, had six rebounds, and had 11 steals, while Hickey, added four points, six rebounds, five assists, and eight steals. • Jr. Hi. Girls Basketball, Away, St. Philip, 4:30 p.m. • J.V. & Var. Girls Basketball, Home, St. Philip, 5:30 p.m. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31 • J.V. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) ...a localpaper oftoday! §*, v<? A The Maple ValleyNews, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 14 — Tuesday, October 29, 1991 School Board to decide on building and site expansion and renovations by Susan Hinckley Architects last week offered the Maple Valley Board of Education an extensive menu of ideas for expansion or renovation of school facilities, but after a nearly four-hour session officials ordered “none of the above.” Instead, the Holland-based GMB architectural and engineering firm will meet again with community and school volunteers on the Building and Site Committee, a branch of Maple Valley’s Long Range Planning Com­ mittee. Officials hope an ac­ ceptable plan can be for­ mulated in time for approval by the board at a special meeting set for 7 p.m. Thurs­ day, Nov. 7, at the high school. “We need direction, giving limitations that can be raised on a bond issue,” said Gordon M. Buitendorp, president of GMB. His firm had presented a master planning study offer­ ing four optional schemes varying in scope and cost, and based on a list of priorities established by the Building and Site Committee over the past several months. The major scheme designed by the architects incorporated all committee recommenda­ tions: constructing a new mid­ dle school, adding classrooms at Maplewood and Fuller Street elementaries, discontiuing use of portable classrooms, converting Kellogg school to an adult education center, relocating all athletic facilities to a sports complex adjacent to the high school, building a deck above the high school locker rooms for athletic use, and replacing the present bus garage on Reed Street. The price tag on the top plan was estimated by GMB at $18 million. “The premise the commit­ tee worked on is not at­ tainable,” said Board Trustee David Tuckey. “We have to tell the committee, ‘You can’t have the wish list. Now, get real.’” One of modified plans presented Oct. 28 by GMB called for a new middle school See School Board, page 2 Architect Gernot Runschke showed the Maple Valley School Board diagrammatic plans for improvement to existing school buildings and sites at Monday' s meeting. At right is Dr. Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley Superintendent. First event draws over 200 people Principal-elect bows out; Putnam Library Spook House draws huge crowd runner-up to be hired ■ by Scot A. Scramlin Ghosties and ghoulies and long-legged beasties were haunting Nashville’s Putnam Public Library last Tuesday night. The library’s Spook House attracted more than 200 peo­ ple and was described as “definitely” successful by librarian Duska Brumm. People entering the library Tuesday were met by a ghost hanging from the stairway and Diona Morawski as a witch stirring her cauldron in the Reference Room. Next came a tunnel with critters hanging from the ceiling, followed by bowls of gross “goodies” to feel. In the History-Biography room was a ghost in a coffin with a squirt gun, played by Joy Peake. The Book Sale room held Ken and Mike Meade’s shadow operating room where Ken Meade gleefully an­ nounced the dumber of heads he had severed. The new Children’s Wing was host to Carol Satterly’s drama class from Maple Valley High School playing various ghouls, creatures and one hanging victim. Cider and doughnuts donated by Carl’s Market were served outside in the “graveyard” by Friends of the Library volunteers who watched a mummy, Derek Morwaski, wandering among the tombstones. Brumm estimated that near­ ly 250 children went through the library. “We really didn’t plan for that many people,” Brumm said. “Next year’s will be bigger and better.” Brumm said she appreciated all the “behind the scenes people” who made the event possible, and gave special credit to Helen Curis for props; Louise Bahs and Alfred and Helen Decker, servers; Friends of the Library volunteers for design­ ing the rooms; and Dominic Morawski for helping with the mechanical aspects. School bond earns high honors at competition Maple Valley Drum Major Samantha Hughes shows the two awards earned by the high school band in re­ cent competition. After losing 26 senior band members at graduation last June, Maple Valley Band Director Dennis Vanderhoef has been “pleasantly surpris­ ed” by the outstanding suc­ cess of the 1991-92 high school band. “It is an extremely young band,” noted Vanderhoef, “But we have had a lot of young people step forward and take charge. It has been a pleasant surprise for me as a teacher.” In an Oct. 5 exhibition at the Dansville Marching In­ vitational, the Maple Valley High School Band “played extremely well,” said Vanderhoef. They were among 12 bands competing in the event in front of three judges, and walked away with a special award for the best crowd response to their per­ formance. Maple Valley has earned that award each year for the past four years they have paricipated in the invitational. Three days later, on Oct. 8, the local musicians were among ten bands entered in competition at Comstock Park, north of Grand Rapids. That event was sponsored by the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association. The Maple Valley group came home with a trophy for having a Division I rating for Class C school. “That is the best we could have done,” said Vanderhoef. The bands were rated against standards on a scale of 1 to 5, with number 1 being the top score in each category. Maple Valley earned a 1 in marching and maneuvering; a 1 in general effect and showmanship; and a 2 in music. “To my knowledge this is the first time since the 1970s that our band has received this award,” said Vanderhoef. The director also com­ mented on the good turnout of local supporters who accom­ panied the band to the com­ petition. He said probably more than half the crowd of spectators were Maple Valley people. “We even had more than the hometown (host) band,” added Vanderhoef. reading program director at East Grand Rapids schools. StaffWriter Shortly after Maple The school board there agreed Valley’s Board of Education last Monday night to release voted Oct. 14 to hire Diane Putnam from her contract, Brisette as new principal at said Parks, and she is ex­ Maplewood Elementary, she pected to take over the reins at decided not to accept the of­ Maplewood on Nov. 22. Putnam has been an elemen­ fer, Supt. Ozzie Parks tary teacher for about 20 reported last week. “She has accepted a posi­ years, and has taught every tion with Greenville schools grade except third, she said in as an assistant middle school the October interview. She principal with special educa­ has also taught art, physical education and Chapter I tion duties,” noted Parks. “She said the situation fitted classes. In her final interview, Put­ her better.” Brisette, of Grand Rapids, nam said that she would had been one of two finalists “definitely” move to the chosen by a selection commit­ Maple Valley community. tee from a field of 11 ap- She praised the scenic beauty plicants. She had also been a of the local region and added finalist at Greenville, said that she and her husband are Parks, but did not learn until eager to “get back into a rural after the final Maple Valley area. ’ ’ Brisette, who recent­ interview that she had been ly had moved to Michigan from Maine, said if she were accepted there. After Brisette bowed out, hired she did not plan to the Maple Valley board last relocate here for two years. Putnam told the board, week agreed to offer a con­ tract as Maplewood principal ‘‘Education is a very to Jeannie Putnam, the other challenging field. People ex­ finalist interviewed by the pect a lot from schools, and we must expect a lot from board Oct. 14 meeting. Putnam is currently ourselves. We have to think employed as Chapter I See President-elect page 2 by Susan Hinckley In This Issue... • Area honor rolls announced • Surplus food distribution planned • Lion gridders playoff bound! • Education reform program Nov. 16 �AV.r,trrr The News, Nashville. Tuesday, October-297'T991 — Page 2 School Board meets / connected to the high school, remodeling ofthe high school, and new construction and remodeling at the elementaries, including Kellogg. Estimated total cost was $13.5 million. Another plan offered con­ struction of a free-standing middle school, plus remodel­ ing of the high school, but no improvements to elementary schools. The final plan proposed in­ tegrating a middle school into the high school building, plus doing minimum remodeling there, besides new and remodeling work at the elementaries. Estimated cost of each of the latter plans is $10.5 million. Some board members sug­ gested scaling down the com­ mittee recommendation for a new middle school. “A bond issue is going to be real tough to sell (to the voters),” said newlyappointed Board Trustee Rebecca Eaton. “It’s going to be a real job to sell the middle school concept.” The major plan called for a middle school that would han­ dle fifth through eighth graders on a site near the high school. The diagrammatic floor plan proposed by GMB shows a structure designed for a team teaching concept with three pods of classrooms, each pod holding 180 students. Besides the pods, the building would feature cen­ trally located facilities, in­ cluding a cafeteria, kitchen, individual rooms for art, music and home economics, an industrial-technical lab, a gymnasium, and an ad­ ministrative office. In a scaled down version that Buitendorp called a “Spartan, kind of barebones approach,” a middle school would be added to the nor­ theast corner of the existing high school building and would incorporate seven of the present classrooms there. Middle school students would share use of art, music, home economics and industrial arts facilities with the high school. In the scaled down plan, the middle school gym would serve as two teaching stations and would double as a cafeteria. Supt. Ozzie Parks said that the gym should be reserved for traditional use in order to provide a place for “kids to let off steam in the winter.” He suggested instead that middle school students be fed at the high school cafeteria, something that would require President-elect bows out, together, act together. Things are difficult in education, but they are not impossible.” Putnam will replace David Doozan, who resigned in August to accept a position as principal of Woodland Elementary in the Lakewood School District. He had been with the Maple Valley system M.V. graduate continued from front- from front for 16 years, the last six as principal of Maplewood. Nancy Potter, principal of Kellogg and Fuller Street schools in Nashville, has been temporarily overseeing opera­ tion of the Vermontville elementary until a replace­ ment could be found. joins ‘British Eighth’ band “tight scheduling, but it tan be done.” The present high school building currently holds grades seven through 12. There are now 463 students enrolled in high school grades (nine through 12), and Maple Valley has a total of 388 students in grades six through eight who would benefit from the proposed middle school. Another cost cutter offered by some board members was to drop a proposed $200,000 in improvements to Kellogg School if it becomes an adult education center. Many ofthe suggested changes there had to do with increasing han­ dicapped accessiblity, in­ cluding installation of an elevator to the second floor. Gemot Runschke, the GMB architect who assisted in the presentation, said that barrierfree facilities are not man­ dated unless a building undergoes renovation ofmore than 50 percent. Likewise, code violations in other Maple Valley buildings do not require correction unless more than half the building is renovated. “Coat hooks (now in use in hallways at Fuller Street Elementary) are a definite code violation,” noted Runschke. “Coat storage must be in metal lockers.” Nancy Potter, principal of Fulller and Kellogg schools, asked if architects could develop a middle school con­ cept for seventh and eighth graders within the existing high school, remodel elemen­ tary schools and include a new track in their plans. The pre­ sent cinder track is no longer approved for competition. Maple Valley has several track teams, noted Potter, Freshman Tina Yost ofVer­ montville plays percussion as part of the Albion College marching band, “The British Eighth.” “The British Eighth” is so named because ofthe tradition followed by the band. The band’s size, instrumentation and uniform are modeled after the military bands of early 20th century England. The band maintains several British traditions, including the use of British music and a salute to the British flag duri n g the pre-game performance. The band is under the direc­ tion ofJohn Blakemore, assis­ tant professor of music. Yost, a political science ma­ jor, is a 1991 graduate of Maple Valley High School. She is the daughter ofMr; and Mrs. William D. Yost, Vermontville. “but we cannot have track (meets) here because the track is not up to code. I think we need to address athletics.” Building and Site Committee member Cathy Spitzer echoed those sentiments, ad­ ding that if a new track were incorporated in the proposal it would be “a big selling point” with the public. “I want to see what it would cost to renovate (buildings) and not- build a hew middle school,” said Eaton. “Maybe we’d have money for a track.” Board Vice President John Krolik countered: “I cannot endorse a plan that doesn’t in­ clude a middle school. My personal feeling is that all buildings need to be address­ ed.” Jr.-Sr. High School Prin­ cipal Larry Lenz said a “mid­ dle school concept doesn't necessarily mean a new building — it means staff.”? He said that a new middle school would" allow growth for student.population, but he INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 72&-0580 Tina Yost wondered if there would be growth for programs. “When they start talking about taking rooms out ofthis (present high school) building (for the middle school) it worries me. I don’t want to see us end up in five years where we are now.” Some of these concerns are to be dealt with in committee meetings prior to the Nov. 7 board session. GMB is expected to have a new proposal ready in time for that meeting. Also at last week’s session, the board heard a presentation by Robert Caldwell, first vice president of the public financial consulting firms of Stauder, Batch & Association Inc. of Ann Arbor, about the school bond loan fund. The firm would help the local district secure loan funds for a proposed addition, “and make sure you get the best in­ terest rate out there,” said Caldwell. He explained that the local district would be “riding on the state’s credit rating” in the bond market. His firm, the largest of its kind in. Michigan, receives no fee for its preliminary work if voters fail to approve the bond issue. ■aimiiaiiBaiMiiwiaaamn -Maple Valley Athletic Boosters E I BINGO I ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA £ Doon Open 5:30 • Early Birds 640 — ■ iimoiiiioaiaaiiiioeiiiiiifi Methodists plan pancake breakfast A pancake breakfast is plan­ ned for Saturday, Nov. 9, from 7 to 10 a.m. by the Ver­ montville United Methodist Church. Pancakes and all of the “fixin’s” will be served at the church, by the United Methodist men. A free-will offering will be taken. Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary' Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass .......... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 1 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ ..6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study...6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 18322651 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship...............11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m: Pastor James C. Noggle OFBARRYVILLE NASHVILLE PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday School . .11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. Church Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School....10:15 a.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV BOB KERSTEN Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Sun. School....... A.M. Service ..... P.M. Service ... Wed. Service...... 9:45 ...11 .. .7 ...... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. 19:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship...................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship . .9:30 a.m. Sun. School .. 1:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School .......10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO ■ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time Alter Worship REV. TOD CLARK ■ ETHURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. J INDEPENDENT CHURCH of CHRIST Meeting behind River Bend Travel Agency, State St. MINISTER: JIM SANDUSKY Phone 945-2026 P.O. Box 558, Hastings, Ml 49058 Sunday Services: 9: 30 a.m. ...Bible School 10: 30 a.m Morn. Worship 6:30 p.m....Evening Worship Bible Study: 7:00 p.m Thursday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 199: — Page 3 Maple Valley Valley Jr. - Sr. High School honor roll First Six Weeks Honor Roll * Indicates All A’S Evelyn Ackley, Mandy Ashley, Corie Augustine, Amanda Bailey, Stacey Balko, Jeanette Beard, Mandy Beemer, Jonathon Bowers, Aaron Brandenburg, Charles Brisco, Kevin Conkey, *Lisa Crutcher, Kyle Curtiss, ♦Amber Davidson, Martin Dawson, *Devon Durkee, ♦Janette Emery, Bernard Garvey, Nicholas Garza, Superintendent’s Corner Extra­ curricular programs critical Roxanne Guernsey, Misty Haley,.Dana Hamilton, Kevin Hansen, Scott Herman, Mike Heyboer, Erin Hokanson, Sarah Hughes, Sam Javor, Marie Jewell, Krystal Krive, Jenny Kuempel, Amy Ladere, Dan Leep, Jim Mitchell, Joel Mittelstaedt, John Nash, Jared Osborne, Matt Pennington, Daniel Potter, Gretchen Priesman, Scott Rooks, ♦Robb Rosin, Angela Rumsey, Teri Sessions, Carla Shook, Amanda Smith, ♦Marin Smith, Scott Spitzer, Kristina Spotts, Jason Symonds, Nicholas Thomp­ son, Joshua Thorrie, Heidi Vedder, Nick Waara, Melanie Wendorf, Matthew Williams, Seth Wright, David Anscomb, Ethan Berry, Keisha Brauer, Amanda Bryans, Delisa Cor­ tright, Ray Decker, Jeremy Duffy, Jessica Fawley, Riley Fowler, Kerri Gibson, *Andy Gordon, *Derek Graham, ♦Corin Guernsey, Scott Heyboer, *Jody Hickey, ♦Tracy Hickey, Zach Histed, Jay Hokanson, Brian Hopkins, Crystal Hubka, ♦Martin Junglas, Pete Kellepourey, Nicole Kraai, Lindsey Krolik, Becky Mason, Sarah Mater, *Katie McDougal,1 Tony Mead, Travis Melvin, Kelly Mengyan, Kathryn Murphy, Sara Parish, Damon Patrick, Kristi Priddy, *Justine Quick, Jennifer Reid, Nocole Reid, Patrick Robins, Chad Rogers, Jackie Sealey, Wayne Shance, Heather Shipman, *Leah Sleeper, Derek Spicer, Aman­ da stames, Chris Sulcer, ♦An­ dy Swartz, Brigette Vallance, ♦Becky Vedder, Teresa Aiken, Donita Aseltine, John Baker, Brad Balko, Nicole Beardslee, Brian Bennett, Dena Bignail, Rhonda Brown, Lanette Brumm, Allison Burpee, Barry Byington, Christina Coblentz, Andrew (Ogden) Cole, Sara Conroy, ♦Jason Cook, Faith Dempsey, ♦Nate Dipert, Richard Dunham, Angela Gardner, Mindy Garvey, Travis Graham, Amanda Greenman, Ryan Gusey, Robin Hale, Sean Haley, Dana Hasselback, Charity Hester, Shannon Hoffman, Shane Howard, ♦ Andrea Hubka , Billie Jarman, Suzan Koch, Sarah Leep, ’Matthew Mace. Jodi Mazurek, Tobi Mazzoni, April McDiarmid. Dalaina McGhan, *Jennifer Mittelstaedt, Graciela Pena, Jeff Pennington, Bridie Petrie, Heather Philipp, Anna Marie Pineda, Gabe Priddy, Arnie Reid, Jennifer Ripley, Tam­ my Ripley, Karen Skedgell, Jim Skelton, Kristy Smith, Joyelle Stine, Ernest Sulcer, Holly Taylor, Brian Thomason. Elizabeth Vanderhoff, Tony Vandervlucht, *Brandy Wawiernia, Cliff Weller, Brian Williams, Matt Williams, Kori Armour, Christina Bigelow, ♦Stephanie Bouwens, Joshua Bowers, Heather Brenton, See Honor roll, page 5 BY Dr. Ozzie D. Parks A recent survey of high school students indicated that one of the things they like most about our schools is the extracur­ ricular program. It is evident that many adults share these feelings, as there are more active boosters for these programs than for other pro­ grams offered by the schools. It may be worthwhile to consider the importance and value of extracurricular activities such as athletics, band and the F.F.A. for our students. The sponsors of the national Scholastic Aptitude Tests have reported that the best predictor of a student’s success in later life is not test scores or grades, but participation in extracur­ ricular activities. National studies have also revealed that students who take part in these activities have higher academic averages and far better attendance records than those who do not. Other studies have noted that of those students who have dropped out of school, an almost certain road to failure these days, 94% percent had not been involved in extracurricular activities. Of course, there are exceptons to the “rule” that success is related to involvement in school activities. We need to remember, however, that exceptions are just that. Good schools have to be based on good general rules. What is there about extracurricular activities that makes them so important to the success of our young people? Con­ sider the following: • Participation in school-related activities that allow the stu­ dent to get actively involved make it possible for. them to achieve meaningful goals now, an important time for students. This sense of achievement helps them to get “high” on life without resorting to artificial and harmful stimulants. The en­ thusiasm generated in these activities can also serve as a motivator to be an achiever in the classroom as well as in related activities. • Young people have a natural need to earn acceptance and recognition among their peers and in the community. School activities provide an opportunity for them to fulfill these needs in a socially acceptable way, regardless of their race, sex or economic status. • We all realize the value ofthe development of such impor­ tant attitudes as selfdiscipline, emotional control, perservance, dependability and cooperation in our young people. The stages, fields, gymnasiums and other areas used for extracur­ ricular activities are laboratories of learning for these impor­ tant goals. Many other benefits of extracurricular programs could be cited. It appears evident, however, that extracurricular pro­ grams are important to the total development of one of our most important treasures and resources, our young people. An investment in these programs can pay investors big dividends. Incidentally, the percentage of our total budget needed to operate these programs is very small. A Eaton Federal Mapes Family Florist 107 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE 852-2050 Bank Open: Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Plants and Fresh Flowers & WE DELIVER 0. FDIC FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 INSURED EQUAL HOUSING OFFICE HOURS: LENDER Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �B BM\J S. UH The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, T99T— Page 4 Memories of the Past... Nashville community education got its start back in 1927 by Susan Hinckley What was to become the start of community education in Nashville was launched 64 years ago this week with a selection of classes offered by local teachers during evening hours. Details of this unique pro­ gram, reports of Halloween activities and other stories of the day appeared in The Nashville News issue of Nov. 3, 1927: Nashville teachers night school offer offered by Bera & Sons for the largest fish caught this season by any resident of Barry County. The contest closed Oct. 31, and the prize was a $25 Shakespeare outfit, consisting of bamboo rod, level winding reel, casting line and mouse bait. The fish that won the outfit was a 14 lb., 2*A oz. pickerel caught in the Nashville mill pond. Max was out on the pond Tuesday, trying out the new rig, and brought in a nice string of pickerel and bass. The teachers of Nashville Public Schools are offering to VanTuyl Variety store now the people of our community owned by E. E. Gibson E. E. Gibson, who recently something that we believe is a acquired the VanTuyl Variety unique service. store in the Gribbin Block, an­ On Tuesday, Nov. 8, at 7:30 o’clock, a series of even­ nounces in this issue of The News that he is continuing the ing classes will begin. Miss Ostroth, a trained business, and that he has commercial teacher, will offer engaged Mr. and Mrs. Vanbookkeeping. Miss Van Hom Tuyl to remain in the store. will offer a course in practical To the line of notions, 5c, politics. Mr. Vandenberg will 10c and 25c merchandise, he offer Latin. Mr. Struble will has added a big line of fur­ teach chemistry. Mrs. Ireland nishing goods, work and dress will take charge of a history wearing apparel, footwear, class. Mr. Devereaux will etc. teach typewriting. Mrs. Roe Mr. Gibson states that he will offer a very interesting will continue to devote most course in art. of his time to the real estate The other teachers stand business, and customers will ready to help by teaching any find him either at the store or other subjects for which there at his office across the street. is a demand. Local News In every case, these — Halloween passed off teachers are very well very quietly in the village, and qualified to teach the courses little damage is reported. offered. Any person, no mat­ Most ofthe youngsters con­ ter how old or how young, fined their activities to the may enter one or more soaping ofwindows, but a few classes. The cost will be the of the older boys, who were price of a textbook and obstreperously inclined, were materials. rounded up by Marshal Douse Classes will meet once and his assistants and spent every week in most cases. the night in the village bastile. Credit will be given for work — The Clover Leaf Club completed and it is hoped that and the Business Men’s class many of the people of of the Evangelical Sunday Nashville will accept the op­ School enjoyed a hard times portunity to earn a high school Halloween party Friday even­ diploma... ing at the home of Mr. and No man can remain where Mrs. George Parrott. All he is. He must advance or lose came in costume, and the fore ground. Why not enter one of part of the evening was spent these classes? If what you in guessing the identity of the need is not listed, come and various individuals, as some make your wants known were very cleverly disguised. Tuesday, Nov. 8, 7:30, at the Witches and ghosts were there school house. to help with jokes and games. Refreshments were served, Max DeFoe wins prize in consisting of sandwiches, fishing contest pickles, pumpkin pie, Max DeFoe, who has been doughnuts, coffee and pop­ an ardent fisherman since he corn balls. was large enough to handle a — On Thursday evening of pole, walked offwith the prize last week, members of the Baptist church enjoyed a Halloween party at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Wm. Barkalow. The house was decorated in everything sug­ gestive of the season, and a delightful potluck was served. — Howard Caley, who is studying for a degree at the Western State Teachers’ Col­ lege at Kalamazoo, has been engaged as assistant instructor in the chemistry laboratory there. — Manager Face of the Star Theatre is to be com­ mended for having brought to his patrons the past week the wonderful “Ben Hur,” one of the most stupendous produc­ tions of the motion picture world. He was rewarded for his enterprise by showing to crowded houses at four presentations, including a Sunday matinee, and he received many compliments from his patrons on giving them a opportunity to see this great spectacle at their home theater. — The season on pheasants and fox squirrels closed Mon­ day night, but the hunters were favored with ideal weather during the short open period and game suppers were plentiful. — C. H. Tuttle, F. K. Nelson, Ralph McNitt, H. D. Wotring and C. L. Glasgow attended a dinner at the Post Tavern, Battle Creek, Wednesday evening, given by the Old National Bank. About 75 were present from counties close around. Mr. Glasgow appeared on the program. — Mrs. Greta Bean attend­ ed the teachers’ institute in Detroit Thursday and Friday of last week. — R. B. Hayes Tieche from the Upper Peninsula spent from Thursday until Saturday with his family. — Mrs. Caroline Brooks visited relatives in Battle Creek last week and attended the state W.C.T.U. convention. — Mr. and Mrs. Harold Drollinger and family of Grand Rapids have moved in­ to George Hill’s residence on the South side. — Friday ofthis week there is to be a party at the Advent church for the members ofthe Baptist Sunday school, and the event is being looked for­ ward to with interest by the children. Nashville's Thornapple River millpond yielded the prize-winning fish in a countywide contest in 1927. A pickerel weighing over 14 over lbs., caught by a local man, topped the field in the seasonal competition. In this circa-1910 photo, fishermen are seen below the 1899 iron bridge that spanned the river on North Main Street. — Mr. and Mrs. George and good success...Mr. and Gill and family, who recently Mrs. Ernest Offley entertain­ opened the Yellow Front ed friends Tuesday evening to store, are nicely settled in a game supper. their new home on the comer — (Southwest Maple of Washington and Middle Grove) A Halloween program streets, in the Morgenthaler was given by pupils of the house. Dunham School Thursday — A special invitation is evening, followed by a extended to the men to attend potluck supper...Mr. and “Gentlemen’s evening” of Mrs. Ralph Johnson of the Methodist missionary Mississippi visited at the society, at the home of Fred home of Mrs. Johnson’s Wotring Friday evening, brother, Bert Harding, and Nov. 4. Ladies are welcome other relatives last whether members of the aux­ week...Drs. Brown and Mor­ iliary or not. There will be ris ofNashville removed Neal special music and light Kidder’s tonsils last Tuesday. refreshments will be served. — (Sheldon Comers) The Those who drive cars, please attendance at the Bowen bring those who do not. P.T.A. Friday evening was — (Barnes District) Mr. smaller than usual, owing to and Mrs. Nathaniel Lykins the inclement weather. Rev. enjoyed a visit over the Chase of Bellevue gave an ad­ weekend with relatives in In­ dress, stressing the value and diana. . .Ottie Lykins and fami­ importance of character train­ ly enjoyed a pheasant dinner ing in the home and at Frank Reynard’s Monday school...We are sorrty to lose night...Mae McKinnis of Bat­ our neighbors, Mr. and Mrs. tle Creek called on old friends Walter Satterlee. They are here the past week...Hartwell moving to his father’s farm, boys have started theirr com near Vermontville...Fred husker. Cosgrove was pleasantly — (Martin Comers) Mr. suprised Sunday when a com­ and Mrs. Orr Fisher, and Mr. pany of relatives came to help and Mrs. Alonzo Hilton and him celebrate his 70th children and Kenneth and birthday. William Schantz were guests — (Lakeview) T. K. Reed, at a game supper at Mr. and A. Bessemer and B. A. Perry Mrs. William Cogsell’s in of Hastings spent Tuesday Lakeview Thursday evening. hunting at Robert MarEleven other guests were also tin’s...No school Monday and present to enjoy the fine sup- Tuesday as Miss Parker at­ per and good time...Some tended the institute at Grand from here attended the social Rapids... Jim Parmer of at Lakeview school house last Hastings and Heber Pike or Friday night and report a fine Orangeville spend Tuesday time. . hunting hunting with Will — (Northeast Castleton) Gillespie...The box social (at Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Mater the school) was well attended and family entertained their in spite ofthe stormy evening, daughters, Grace and husband the proceeds amounting to of Battle Creek, and Mr. and $16. Mrs. Jake Hollister and baby — (Quailtrap) Mr. and of Hastings Tuesday evening, Mrs. Harry Sixberry and to a game supper.. .Junior, family are moving to Ann ArJean and Billie Roe of bor for a while. They have the Nashville spent from Wednes- sympathy of this day evening until Saturday neighborhood in the loss of evening with their grand­ their daughter, Velma...Mrs. parents, Mr. and Mrs. Will Titmarsh. — (West Vermontville) The box social at the Chance School Thursday night was a howling success. Forty boxes were sold by Mr. Endsley of Hastings. The box belonging to Dorothy Childs sold highest to Lemuel Forman. Each received a pound box of can­ dy. Much credit is due Mrs. Firster for her fine program L. C. DeBolt is spending the week in Jackson visiting her daughter. Mrs. Deller is look­ ing after the household duties during her absence...Mr. Sheldon has returned to his home in Kalamazoo after spending the summer on his farm. — (South Maple Grove) Fred Hill and family are mov­ ing on the old Will Cheeseman farm south of Clem Kidder’s...Mr. and Mrs. Grover Marshall left last week Wednesday on their western trip. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Robinson are looking after the farm work while they are gone... Several from this way attended the movie “Ben Hur” at Nashville Sunday night...Lillian Mason will entertain the L.B.C. at Battle Creek Thursday. — (Castleton Center) G. C. Linsea and Greta Firster visited relatives at Lake City Saturday and Sunday. The Linseas entertained company from Lansing, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Delton, Hastings and Vermontville Sunday. — (Banyville) Mrs. L. E. Mudge, Mrs. Pearl Foster and Mrs. Ethel Wilcox attended the state W.C.T.U. conven­ tion at Battle Creek last week. They gave fine reports Sunday...Mrs. J. J. Willitts was chosen as delegate to the State Sunday school convention to be held at Battle Creek this week. Others are planning to go also. — (North Castleton) Helen and Dorothy Slocum of the Martin Comers School visited the Wellman School last Thursday... Clarence Helmer of Hastings and nephew of Battle Creek were hunting in this vicinity last week one day...The little pheasants will soon be out of hiding again. They seemed so plentiful before the season opened. They made themselvess scarce eymaetemsevesscarce after a few gun shots and they hiked for unknown places. THE WINNING TEAM dnmnnp ?r anksters sPe"f Halloween nigThhti in19th30e vill<age jahil in 1h927, evHenllthough celebrant on?!tatuyeor- This 1930s «<ne shows havoc Halloween sZth ZemeX h 4 k®d on business district from the Star Theatre (center) to shoo on !outh M are! 6 (un9ht)- The °Uth°USe frOm Phil Penfold's blacksmith shop on South Main sits in the intersection of North Main and Mapl Maple streets Main S let'0 W°S at the °f the O,d villa9e ha,’*fire Nation on North YOU AND THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 �Wou 5", The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, ’Octobei 29, 199Y — Page 5 Maplewood School honor roll announced Ifta' Fourth Grade All A’s - Eren Berry. B Average Joseph Bowers, Cyrus Brandenburg, Amanda Briggs, Leanne Burton, Katrina Coblentz, Deborah Collier, Julia Draper, Jessica Dunhan, Matt Emery, Nicole Hoffman, Ken Lackscheide, Casey Milligan, Nicholl Moist, John Musser, Misty Nisse, Christina Pena, Liz Pena, Jeremy Rasey, Kristin Setchfield, Stephen Shipman, Joshua Smith, Danielle Spicer, Stephanie Stanton, Lateshia Ward, Chad Wetzel. Fifth Grade All A’s Erica Krolik, Craig McDougal, Melanie Shance. B Average - Eli Brisco, Jared Carpenter, Ben Car­ rigan, Becki Conroy, Aaron Dempsey, Amanda Farr, Leslie Grant, Jonessa Ham­ monds, Karl Hoover, Zac Jarvie, Jon Kenyon, Desiree Lorenz, Melissa Mansfield, Craig Roger, Amber Shilling, Joe Stadel, Charles Strong, Krista Teasdale, Adam Thompson, Fawn Ward, Loren Wright. Sixth Grade All A’s Erin Booher, Jessica Dempsey, Brianne Haley, Katie Krive, Travis McIntyre, Derrick Stair, Liz Stanton, Dawn Stine, Dawn VanderVlucht. B Average - Shelley Arras, Nichole Bulmer, Jeremy Campbell, Holly Carrigan, Emily Cerny, Josh Coker, ' “, -**1*4. 2 si“" 551 tea fe xnj j | ■Wi.*,, u| ™ fefaJIuBdUjj * Hi I'iiallJ gg jj «ay.aHii H total n iifa 3 ft ifeidiKiiilto' Ita it® hnlfafB nn ntt Ch. nil ini iijitaitart k'lWtaj sltAfeiij ®nkl!£tMi MWj. i» -i(taital(i( j nd ta #10# kt ibt tattailiiQ) dMn. foMtato a it LaiJfflW ifci fa teaW Fttd itantok^ sub dta®** it® -*K Jeremy Brzycki, Corey Bum­ ford, Jeffrey Burpee, Retha Byrd, Virginia Caoblentz, Cheryl Conkey, Shannon Denherder, Lisa Dickinson, Lora Emery, Shannon Fawley, Donna Garrett, Jaime Gibson, Leslie Gould, Jasen Green, T odd Guernsey, Adani Gudey, Craig Hamilton, Jason Harmon, Stacy Harvey, Timonthy Hass, *Stacey Hawblitz, Tara Hoover, Randy Jarrard, Spr­ ing Javor, Mikki Jones, Sara Kinyon, Amy Kipp, Justin Lake, Randy Loy, Jennifer McArthur, Melissa Melvin, Lisa Metzger, *Chris Miller, Jon Mitchell, Alice Moore, Angela Morris, Benjamin Mudry, *Rudy Othmer, Scott Planck, Cynthia Potter, Tim Priddy, Daniel Rasey, Karon Rhodes, Jill Roberts, 6TH GRADE All A’s Jessica Smith, Danielle Watson. B Average or Better Terrance Augustine, Donna Anderson, Jed Brisco, Jeff Brzycki, Hillary Cates* Lisa Combs, Ben Covert, Ryan Elliston, Amanda Finkler, Ricky Fowler, Jesi French, Kristen Frith, Richard Genther, Emilie Gould, Holly Green, Maria Green, Travis Hardin, Chris Hartwell, ♦William Rooks, Kristina Rucinski, Jenifer Ryan, Paula Sadler, Miriam Schantz, Cheri Sessions, Jason Shook, Linette Snyder, Julie Stair, Hillary Stevens, Brent Stine, Jeremy Swift, Justin Thruri, Shawn VanDerhoff, Stephanie Wakley, Angelo Walliczek, Debra White, Mellinda White, Lisa Wood, Aymie Alderink, Cassandra Appelman , Pam Arquilla, ♦Dean, Beardslee, Kyle Booher, Tanya Bowen, *Joel Butler, Bryan Carpenter, Lori Carpenter, Becky Corkwell, Jolene Crabtree, Kelly Eastman, Scott English, ♦Daniel Finkler, Julie Fisher, Bret Flower, Gregory Garn, Jelane Gibson, Michelle Gidner, Mandi Goodnoe, Natallie Haeck, Tony: Hansen, Chris Harmon, Professional Styling for the Whole Family! fct ifial «e finnef s Place Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. • Open Tues.-Sat. fill fillfcl i»«•* »l«A•* Wi ilWilA’Si ($!!• iW’S Owner Diana Kuempel • 5TH GRADE 852-9481 ' ' J Harvey, Sarah Irish, Ryan Mead, Lindsay Pettingill, Tif­ fany Robins, Nathan Swift, Andrea Kreps, Tanya Powers, Pat Chaffee, Denny Wood, Ben Hester, Jamie Little, Samantha Rice, Kristina French, Mandy Way, Joshua Curtis, Stephanie Ayers, Brett Continued from page 3 jUl^{ I Ms- 1«2 w 1*2 «*2 cr.ix 3^4 3 Lezlie Hay, Andy Heyboer, Melissa Kellepourey, Melissa Kirwin, Pat Lowe, Jeremy Mix, Bethny Owen, Cody Page, Rachael Pettengill, Jessie Pennington, Monelle Quick, Tyler Robins, Melissa Scripter, Michael Skedgell, Adrienne Simmons, Megan Starnes, Mike Sulcer, Loma Symonds, David Taylor, An­ dy Thompson, Stephanie Webb. Dustin Hass, Steve Hopkins, Angie Howard, Samantha Hughes, Kissandra Mathews, Kathy Morgan, *Kyle Neff, Jennifer Phenix, Karen Price, ♦Renee Rosin, Rebecca Shapley, Mindy Shoup, Grant Simpson, Susan Simpson, Aaaron Smith, Jeremy Smith, Jesse Snow, Kevin Stevens, Heather Steward, Kim Thompson, Angela Tobias, Mike Trowbridge, *Paul Addrianson, Cabe Allen, Scott Armour, Janet Boldrey, Brian Brandt, Jason Carpenter, Christina Casado-Gil, ♦Rachelle Cheeseman, Shelly Cobb, Mickey Collier, Dara DeGroot, Terry Dempsey, Connie Dickinson, *Renee Dingman, James Edinger, Kelly Endsley, Tony Eye, Tim Ferrier, Matt Gates, Tricia Gibson, *Donna Green, *Holli Hale, Kandy Hart, Brice Hasselback, ♦Kel­ ly Hickey, Tracy Hughes, Jamie Joseph, Tracy Kangas, Maria Kirchhoff, Vicky Koch, *Dianna Mahoney, Janice Mater, Corey Mettler, Cindy Morris, *Chris Mudry, Matt Nehmer, Travis Norton, Aaron Patrick, Janet Pool, Jerry Reese, Mindy Reid, Jeremy Reynolds, Carrie Root, *Dawn Root, *Amy Roscoe, Tim Schilz, Blanca Serrano, Victoria Slocum, Darrel Stine, *Leigh Stine, Casey Thompson, Carol Vanderske, Dayton Walker, Kirk Warner and Kale Dipert. Maple valley Community Education MONDAY Exercise............................... 6-7 p.m. • $20 • 11/11/91 • 10-Wks. • FullerSt. How to invest for the Long Term 7 p.m; • $5 • 11/18/91 • 1 Wk. • MVHS Dance Class for 7-12 Yr. Olds. 7-8 p.m. • $36.00 • 1/6/92 • 8-Wks. • Fuller St. TUESDAY Welding & Machine Shop 6-10 p.m. • $30 • 11/12/91 • 8-Wks. • MVHS Computer Science 6-10 p.m. • $30 • 11/12/91 • 8-Wks. • MVHS Jr. Karate........................... .6-7 p.m. • $12 • 11/12/91 • 8-Wks. • Maplewood Open Karate 6-8 p.m. • $20 • 11/12/91 • 8-Wks. • Maplewood Baton Twirling................... ..........6-7 p.m. • $32 • 1/7/92 • 8-Wks. • FullerSt. Losing Interest On Your CDs? If you’re one of millions of Americans who have Certificates of Deposit maturing in October, you may be in for a big shock. Since interest rates have been on the decline, your renewal rate may not be as high. 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MICHiCrtff 49096 hashmiuc (517) 852-1717 *1987 mobile home located on approx, one acre ‘Charlotte School District I (CH-113) *3 bedroom, 2 bath home located on approx. 1 acre ‘Nice location convenient to Battle Creek (CH-112) L-97. & L-96. 33 acres & approx, two 22'/* acre pieces of vacant land. Contract terms. Clarks­ ville area. Nice 2 bedroom home located on a beautiful shaded one acre lot! L-100. 2 vacant lots with lake access to Jordan Lake. Only $8,900 for both with contract terms. Diebold Kipp Hunt OSKA OSKA Heaton TO BE SOLD AT ABSOLUTE AUCTION - 4 bedroom home located on approx. 1 acre. Financing available. Call for details and flyer! Monday, November 25 • 11:00 A.M. TO BE SOLD AT ABSOLUTE AUCTION -198 acres with two homes and pole barns! Approx. 62 acres of vacant land to be sold subject to seller's approval of final bid. Property located in the Eagle area. Frontage on 3 roads. Call for a flyer! — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe A Marge Andrews 852-0712 6-10 p.m. • $30 • 11/14/91 • 8-Wks. • MVHS ........ 3-4 p.m. • $40 • 11/7/91 • 8-Wks. • Fuller St. meets first and third Thursdays • 7 p.m. • MVHS CALL NOW/ residence, 9687 Vermontville Highway in Dimondale. Washtenaw County 4-H resource people will speak on their 4-H llama program and share tips and pointers on showing at halter. Monday, November 11 • 12:30 P.M. Gurd Vollmar WEDNESDAY • Exercise .................................................................See Monday THURSDAY Word Processing. Gymnastics......... Community Band, Leonard, Kristy Sealy, Cassady Murphy, Matt Lingholm, Nick Noggle, Brett Lancaster, Tiffany Banks, Brandi Bernier, Ryan Emerick, Heather Brisco, Jesse Schantz, Kurt Rhodes,Tiffany Sparks, Rich Smith, Dan Skedgell, Brad Rapson, Amy Pennington, Kevin Mengyan, Mike Meade, Jessica McIntyre, Brook Ben­ nett, Brooke Joppie, .Joe Elliston, Angie Decker, Elizabeth Criddle, Tiffani Coats. The newly developed 4-H llama project is off and running. Interested 4-H members, leaders and parents may at­ tend meeting Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 6:30 p.m. at the Gordon and Penny Sparks UPCOMING REAL ESTATE AUCTION ENRICHMENT CLASSES iii»i ‘ S S^i ^i All A’s Kevin Aspinall, Heidi Eberly, Carrie Hardin, Brandon Phenix, Trish Sloan. B Average or Better Andy Adams, Sara Affolder, Sarah Behrndt, Judson Burpee, Cristina Desrochers, Chris Dunham, Chris Ewing, Shawn Graham, Cassidy Holtrust, Dustin London, An­ drea Mace, Andrea Phillips, Tom Powers, Kara Rathbum, Dewey Spicer, Janelie Sotillie, Lisa Stampski, Aaron Treloar. Fuller Street honor roll named All A’s Emily Aspinall, Josh Oleson, Michelle Jewell, Teather Lowe, Becky Wilson, Leah Smith, Alexis Smith, Chris Lentz, Kim Knoll, Jessica Gearin. B Average Lauren Hansbarger, Craig Yourself Lisi Ltaj Lamance. Kelly Moore. Alisah Pena, Kim Pennington, Cory Pethick, Doug Philipp. Mandy Pierce,, Malinda Powers, Katrina Rasey, Beth Sleeper. Jason Thompson, Trevor Wawiernia, Erica White. Kellogg School honor roll named Honor roll announced h*h ZfL*'* '*-’"* "«* f*-« Brad Conroy, Josh Cook, Billie Jo Cousins, Rusty Cox, Michelle Dennis, Tylene Depyper, Steve Doyle. Jennifer Forquer, Lisa Gib­ son, Jason Grassman, Jenny Hoisington, Casey Hudson, Kristen Klinkhammer, Corey Llama project meeting set Christie Thompson 11-5-91 39 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852 2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1991 — Page 6 First Nashville PTO Halloween pumpkin contest rated "successful | | Reviewing some of the entries at the Nashville PTO pumpkin contest, including pumpkin baby in a playpen, are judges (from left) Mary Hecker, Laurel Dean, Mary Gurd, Jill Shance and Helen Curtis. the first-place winner in what elephant pumpkin. by Susan Hinckley The Tony Dunkleberger is hoped will become the first StaffWriter family earned $15 for their A Maple Valley Lion was annual pumpkin decorating version of “Peter, Peter, contest staged by the Nashville Parent-Teacher Pumpkin Eater,” featuring a miniature pumpkin wife and Organization. The event was held Tuesday her house inside the shell of a evening at Fuller Street larger pumpkin. Fourth prize of $10 went to Elementary School, and it featured pumpkin characters the Gayle Greenman family created by students and their for a witch doctor pumpkin. Cash prizes and families. “There was a wonderful refreshments of cider and turnout,” reported Fuller- doughnuts were furnished by Kellogg Principal Nancy Pot­ the PTO. Each family also was awarded a certicate of ter. “We had 43 entries.” entry. She said the school and the Judges were Mary Hecker, PTO will try to sponsor more Laurel Dean, Mary Gurd, Jill family events in the future so Shance, and Helen Curtis. the youngsters and their parents can work together on Business Services projects. Potter said she hopes the pumpkin contest will BANKRUPTCY LEGAL become a yearly favorite. Services. First consultation free. In Tuesday’s competition, Fees fully explained in advance. the Martin Dawson family Call 945-3512 for appointment took the top prize of $25 for BOBCAT SERVICESturning a pumpkin into a B ackhoe, bam cleaning, general Maple Valley Lion head, excavating, sand and gravel complete with a flowing mane delivery. Lowest rates. created with pumpkin pieces. 1-517-852-2278.___________ Second prize of $20 went to TRENCHING for wires or the Steve Cates family for an water lines, residential or commercial, low rate, phone 1-517-852-2278.___________ Get Ready for the Holidays! | LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thru Friday. Satellite Service. R O O FIN G - SI DIN G REMODE LING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a 224 Main, Nashville call - we do it all. HENEY Tuesday thru Friday • WALK-INS WELCOME CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945. _______ Phone 852*1757 SYLVIA HOEVE VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. WITH A PERM | The winning entry was created by the Martin Dawson family (from left) Amy Rose, Martin, Marty, Melinda and Sue. The Dawsons won $25 for their version of a Maple Valley Lion pumpkin complete with intricate mane. New books at Putnam Public Library “The Art Course” by Tom Robb. Drawing and painting projects to develop your technique. Presented in memory ofRichard Paisley by Friends at C8s Place. “Kid Fitness” by Kenneth Cooper. A complete shape-up program from birth through high school. “Complete Book of Paren­ ting” by the editors of Con­ sumer Guide. A question and answer book for parents— divided into four groups, from birth to 5 years. “Atlas of the Environ­ ment.” Published by the World Wildlife Fund, this book reports on the action under way to improve the condition of our planet, along with recommendations on what else we have to do. “Ecologue.” The en­ vironmental catalogue and consumer’s guide for a safe earth; what products to buy, what products to avoid, recycling tips and more. “Triumph in the Desert” by Peter David. A com­ memorative photo history of the Gulf war. “Presidential Wives” by Paul Boiler, Jr. Biographical essays of each First Lady, along with a selection of revealing anecdotes. “Millie’s Book” by Bar­ bara Bush. A heart-warming look at one dog’s life as presidential best friend. “All My Best Friends” by UNDERSTANDING LOSS • Coping With Grief During the Holiday Season by Diane O'Connor DanKorvich Monday, November 11 • 7:30 p.m. At the Pray Funeral Home Hf°me W°U!? -n !Xtend a? invitation to y°ur family and friends to attend next semi-annual presentation of a senes that will discuss the natural feelings and reactions to loss. George Bums. A memorable visit with the unforgettable entertainers who made show business, as only George Bums can remember them. “When You Look Like Your Passport Photo, It’s Time to Go Home” by Erma Bombeck. America’s favorite housewife takes a witty look at family vacations. “Childhood” by Bill Cosby. A warm and funny book about the author’s childhood, seasoned with comic insights about kids today. New fiction books are “The Love Child” by Catherine Cookson, “Anna” by Cynthia Harrod-Eagles, “Lost and Found” by Marilyn Harris, “Ceremony ofInnocence” by Daranna Gidel, “The Last In­ nocent Hour” by Margot Ab­ bott, “Set for Life” by Judith Freeman, “City of the Mind” by Penelope Lively, “Car­ pool” by Mary Cahill, “The Reckoning” by Sharon Kay Penman, and “Meridian 144” by Meg. Files. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: November 6 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Meeting, 8 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. November 7 - Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Hastings. November 8-10 - 4-H Horse Leaders Workshop, Kettunen Center, Hastings. November 12 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. November 13 - 4-H Horse Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. November 15 - Michigan Farm Credit Conference, MSU Kellogg Center, $20 registration fee, begins 9:30 a.m. November 15-16 - 4-H Early Adolescent Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. CLIP THIS and SAVE IT! i Let Us Do The Dirty Work and You Can Have The Fun of Refinishing. THE FURNITURE STRIPPING BUSINESS 538 Sherman, Nashville her experience as a counselor with the Wood Creek Counseling Center in Farmington Hills. She is well known for her helpful presentations on Grief, Bereavement, and helpful Grief Recovery. COPING WITH GRIEF will discuss the emotions that many of us experience when we are faced with the loss of a family member or close friend. Pray Funeral Home, Inc. 401 W. Seminaiy, Charlotte. MI (S17) 543-2950 A Thist 100 Funeral Home and a Member of The Order ofThe Golden Rule 'TJLWJL g J kS-vLy * Stripping * Repair ^j*J?efinishing ★ Regluing — NEW HOURS — Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri. 9:30-4:30 Saturday 8-12 noon Wednesday by chance Stuart and Elaine Southworth, Owners Phone (517) 852-0943 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1991 — Page 7 Colonial America comes to life for 5th graders J-Ad Graphics news Service Students in Laurie Kipp’s fifth grade class at Kellogg School in Nashville turned in several outstanding assignments last week in a study of Colonial America. This is the sixth year Kipp’s class has undertaken the pro­ ject that helps bring that historical period to life. Besides writing a report, the younsters were required to do a creative project. Some chose to make dioramas, other acted out Indian-Pilgrim scenes for video taping, or undertook any of the several suggestions offered by Kipp. Among activities on her list were ideas such as “Write a dairy as ifyou were one ofthe Pilgrims, including something from the ‘starving time,’ at Plymouth.” Or, “Pretend you are a TV reporter and give an eyewitness account of the Pilgrims’ arrival at Plymouth.” “Pretend you are a Wamapnoag Indian. Write a letter to another Indian tribe describ­ ing your reaction to the Pilgrims.” On the creative side, several of the students chose to make models of the Mayflower, the Pilgrim plantation, a log cabin, etc. Chris Magoon and Aaron Treloar spent three and onehalf days turning out a model of James Fort, complete with church, guardhouse and storehouse. Miniature details, such as a supply of tiny foil “cannonballs,” small barrels of beans, com and seeds, a campfire and petite wooden pews in the church all added authenticity to the scene. Pop­ sicle sticks comprised the fort’s walls and main struc­ tures, and the boys spared no detail in the landscape of stones and greenery surroun­ ding the site. Kipp said she was very pleased with various projects submitted by all of the students Maplewood Book Fair fundraiser a success Maplewood Elementary held a “Great American Book Fair” again this year, Oct. 15-17, and it was reported to be an even bigger success than the one held in 1990. The Book Fair is a fund­ raiser. Maplewood can take the profits in cash or books or a share of both. This year, the profits were taken in books, giving the Maplewood Library $225 worth of new books, both hard cover and paperback. Each teacher was able to select approximately $48 worth of books oftheir choice to use as gifts for the students, special awards or for their own classroom libraries. Students enjoyed picking from many popular titles, such as the Babysitter’s Club series, Clifford, Little Crit­ ters, Hardy Boys and Sport h iiH M Us Shots, just to mention a few. There also were posters, pen­ cils, color books and book marks for them to purchase and six videos to order. The Book Fair is sponsored by the PTO and chaired by Marcia Grant. Many parent volunteers made the fair run smoothly, including Diane Bowers, Cindy Krolik, Sharon Rothenberg, Vicki Root, Carol Clothier, Kathy Jarvie, Jeri Mater, Trudy Cobb, Sylvia Terberg, Cindee Clouse, Pam Frayer and Gloria Smith. Birth announced Chris Magoon (left) and Aaron Treloar show the replica of James Fort they created as part of the Colonial America project in teacher Laurie Kipp’s fifth grade class at Kellogg School. Intricate furnishings inside the structures reflect the boys' attention to detail and authenticity. Replicas of the Mayflower were offered by three students (standing, from left) Judson Burpee, Donald DeLong and Heidi Eberly, while Jim Davis, (kneeling at left, in front) shows his log cabin complete with im­ pressive stone fireplace, and Tyson Vance holds his model of the 1627 Plymouth plantation. RHYTHM OF THE WORLD * RHYTHMUS PER WELT • RITMO DEL MUNDO • RYTHME DU MONDE • RHYTHM OF THE WORLD Q a Z z> 5 a Up with People O 5 BOY, Ryan Carl, bom Oct. 17 to Jim and Jamie (Yarger) Travoli of Findlay, Ohio, weighing 10 lbs., 2 ozs. and 22 inches long. Ryan is welcomed home by his 4‘A year old brother, Eric. £ s ffllliffiAnijilmii’ 9 O *FlFl "S n^ri All too often I talk with people who are afraid to see a chiropractor because they’re afraid that a chiropractor will “break their back” or “give them a stroke.” These fears are generally unfounded and reflect a misunderstanding of chiropractic medicine. In fact, chiroprac­ tic treatments are much safer than medical treatments for similar problems. Unfortunately, many fears patient have about chiropractors were propagated by their family medical doctors, who told them that chiropractors were poorly educated and adjustments could only hurt them. Both of these assertions are untrue because in reality, chiropractors have comparible educations to medical doctors and chiropractic adjustments have been pro­ ven useful and safe. Compare malpractice insurances for chiropractors and medial doctors. My insurance is under $1,000 per year, while a family medical doctor may be paying over $10,000 per year. This difference is a reflection of a lower risk of injury from a chiropractor. Over the past 100 years, there have been fewer than 150 cases of stroke documented to be caused by neck manipula­ tions. Compare this number to deaths and injury caused by medicines and surgeries. So, if you have a physical problem that you think a chiropractor can help, don’t be afraid of chiropractic adjustments, they are just as safe, if not safer than medical alter­ native treatments. O a Q o s THE SHOW THAT LIFTS YOU UP AND NEVER LETS YOU DOWN! a £S £ o ci o O s x Sponsored by: Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce Co-sponsors: J-Ad Graphics and WBCH Monday, November 18,1991 • 7:30 p.m CENTRAL SCHOOL AUDITORIUM TICKETS: Adult *7.00 Student 55.00 Fun Pak ’20.00 (Includes 4 Adults) Tickets available at Chamber Office, WBCH and J-Ad Graphics (Reminder) . For more information call 945-2454 RHYTHM/OF THE WORLD > RHYTHMUS PER WELT * RITMO DEL MUNDO • RYTHME DU MONDE • RHYTHM OF THE WORLD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, lubui 29, "T991 — Page 8 Parade of characters march at Maplewood Everyone got into the act Thursday at Maplewood. And the Halloween parade was a class act! Those appearing in the production ranged from a somber Abraham Lincoln to such light-hearted fictional folkss as the Scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz. Teachers, support person­ nel, parents, students and their pre-school siblings all joined in the festive Halloween parade at the Vermont­ ville elemetary with many adults sporting outfits as entrancing as the youngsters. The noisy parade of celebrants marched down the hallways and through each classroom to give everyone an opportunity to see the colorful cast of costumed characters. Maplewood’s Halloween procession has been an annual event at the school for a number of years and is well attended by parents and grandparents, many of whom filmed the event Thursday. After the parade, the children returned to their in­ dividual classrooms for refreshments and other party activities. This family of rabbits included Wendy Wright and her daughters: Teketha, 18 months, and Amber, a Maplewood second-grader. The Energizer Bunny kept going, and going, and going. Teacher Vickie Williams portrayed a present tagged with this message: "Happy Halloween from a Gifted Teacher." Latest contributions offered to Putnam Library fund The latest contributions to Putnam Library came recently in memory of Geneva Brumm by Warren and Carla Travoli, and by Alberta Gardner. In memory of Thomas Hamilton by Bill and Bonnie Maker. In memory of Marleen Lathrop by Jim and Delores Abe Lincoln was one of the distinguished participants in Thursday's parade. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • HMS NOW $39,500!! • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available NA5HVILLE “FAMILY HOME” - 4 bedrooms, hardwood floors, a "well cared for" on large double lot with a two-story garage. 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NEAR VERMONTVILLE 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract Terms. > erms. (VL-359) VACANT LAND JU$T REDUCED TO $42,900!! On 7 Great building sites for walk-out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) acres. Owners anxious! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1987 Red­ man Manufactured Home. Outbuildings & fruit trees. Nice "country setting." Land contract terms. Near MV High School. Land contract terms possible. (CH-377) Two to choose from — blacktop road near Vermontville. (VL-359) 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOT$ at edge * of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. 3 available! (VL-359)^ (VL-35 20 ACRES - REDUCED!! PRICE POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE 10 ACRE PARCELS - Knoll. In memory of Esther Gould by Clarence and Ruby Curtiss. In memory of Leslie Adams by friends and neighbors. Donations to the refur­ bishing fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box 920, Nashville 49073. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors and those named in gifts will be listed in the Maple Valley News. Names of donors will be listed in the book of con­ tributors and those named in gifts will be added to the Memorial Scroll. Bags given to students to promote safe trickor-treating Bags for Halloween trick-or-treating were distributed last week to all local elementary students by the Maple Valley Education Association. In this photo, Debra Cooley, Maplewood second grade teacher, hands the MVEA sacks to three of her students (from left) Jeremy Wise, Karalea Rothenberg and Nicole Newton. Halloween safety tips, a few treats, and coupons were enclosed. �l 5 i • j »• The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday .-October??^ Page 9 Surplus food distribution set for Sept. 10 and 11 Capital Area Commodity Services Inc. will resume distribution of surplus food Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 12 and 13. Commodities will be pro­ vided at local sites during the following hours: — Bellevue, City Hall, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12. — Mulliken, United Methodist Church, 190 Charlotte St., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 12. — Sunfield, Community Room, Main Street, from 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 12. — Vermontville, First Congregational Church, 162 Bridge St., from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 13. The commodities will be provided to eligible families who are registered and have been issues blue cards. The be eligible, household income must be at or below $8,606 for one family member, $11,544 for two, $14,482 for three and $2,938 may be added for each addi- Those who want to apply for commodity cards may do so at 100 W. Lawrence (the old courthouse) in Charlotte, either at the Action Center or the senior citizens’ office. Education reform program is Nov. 16 On Saturday, Nov. 16, a morning program on * * Underslanding Educational Reform” will be held at the Presbyterian Church of Dimondale from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. The speakers include Scott Schrager of State Rep. Lynn Johndahl’s office, who will speak on the school finance Obituaries aspects of education. Brian and Christina Templin, educators with the Holt schools, then will discuss the reforms taking place. Recently Holt Community Schools have developed an educational and research part­ nership with the Educational Department of Michigan State University. Participants can discover how this partnership is reforming the educational activities through the Holt school system. The free program includes a continental breakfast. Ad­ vance registration is required. Call the Eaton Cooperative Extension office to reserve a seat at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Many Nashville citizens Friday, Nov. 8, at the Maple will be taking to the roads du r- Valley High School ing the Thanksgiving holiday gymnasium. weekend to visit friends and “Holidays are a time of relatives. need for blood products at ‘Unfortunately, more hospitals because the number motorists will also mean more of accident victims in­ traffic accidents. creases,” says Sue Fawley, The Barry County Chaper chairwoman of the Nashville of the American Red Cross blood drive. “While we encourages eligible Nashville always hope for the best, it is area citizens to donate blood very important to prepare for to ensure that there is a ready the worst.” supply available for area Blood donors must be bet­ hospitals. ween the ages of 17 and 75, A blood drive will be held weigh at least 110 pounds and locally from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.be in relatively good physical health. NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER Latest Lakeview Cemetery donations announced Samantha Jo Croff OLIVET Samantha Jo Croff, infant daughter ofBrian Croff and Julie Badura of Olivet and formerly of Vermontville passed away Saturday, October 26, 1991 at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. Samantha is survived by her parents, Brian Croff and Julie Badura; sisters, Heather Nelson and Rachel Croff; paternal grandmother, Carol CroffofGrand Ledge; paternal grandfather, Ken Croff of Vermontville; paternal great grandparents, Lloyd and Ruth Carrier ofVermontville; pater­ nal great grandmother, Anna Croff of Scottville; maternal grandmother, Janice Badura of Sorrento, Florida; maternal tional family member. For senior citizens, ages 60 and older, eligibility is household income of $10,592 for one person, $14,208 for two, $17,824 for three and $3,616 for each additional family member. Pre-holiday blood drive set for Friday at high school great grandmothers, Phyllis Colagross ofLongwood, Cali­ fornia and Beatrice Badura of Escanaba; also several aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by paternal great grandfather, Orcen Croff and maternal grandfather, Albert Badura. Graveside services were held Wednesday, October 30 at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Samantha Jo Croff Memorial Fund. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. The latest contributions to a new program to benefit Nashville’s Lakeview Cemetery came recently from Edith Parks in memory of Frank and Eliza Berry, Fred and Cora Parks, and Ray­ mond arid Lee Parks; and from Albert Miller. A memorial fund was laun­ ched in August to help the financially strapped cemetery continue to be an attractive asset to the community. Money received will be used for upkeep and beautifiction of the cemetery, which now operates on an annual budget of approximately $10,000,' received primarily from sale of lots, interments and in­ stallation of foundations. Contributions to Lakeview Cemetery may be sent to Larry Decker, secretary­ treasurer of the cemetery board, at 636 East St., Nashville, 49073, or checks or money orders made payable to the cemetery may be left at Village Hall, 206 N. Main St. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors to the cemetery fund and those named in gifts will be listed periodically in the Maple Valley News. Acknowledgemerits of memorial donations will be sent to the family designated by the donor, if name and ad­ dress are supplied. 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Io 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday DOUBLE PRINTS — Everyday! — 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 �1^60 5,1^1 The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1991 — Page 10 Maplewood students to see ‘A Thousand Cranes’ Area man earns Masonic degree Boars head Young People’s Theater Touring Production from Lansing will bring the play “A Thousand Cranes” by Kathryn Schultz Miller to the Vermontville Opera House for the Maplewood afternoon kindergarten and DK and fourth through sixth grade students Nov. 5 at 1 p.m. The first through third graders and morning kindergarten and DK youngsters will enjoy the presentation at 9 a.m. on Nov. 6. The play, which is spon­ sored by the Maplewood PTO, is an encore production of last season’s critically ac­ claimed tour. It is the story of Sadako Saski, a Japanese girl from Hiroshima. On Aug. 6, 1945, in an effort to end World War II, the United States dropped the first nuclear bomb on the The highest honor of Scottish Rite Freemasonary was confer­ red on Skip Hodges (right) of Vermontville Tuesday, Sept. 14, in the Circle Theatre in Indianapolis. The degree conferral climaxed the yearly meeting of the Supreme Council of Scottish Rite for the 15 northeastern and midwestern states, com­ prising the 400,000-member Northern Jurisdiction of the United States. A total of 152 received the degree in the 1991 Class. The Thirtythird Degree is awarded for "outstanding service to Freemaonary or for significnt contributions to humanity, reflecting credit upon the Fraternity." School Lunch Menus 'disappointments Send the FTD® Pick-Me-Up Bouquet. Just call or visit us today. Maple Valley Jr .-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 6 ♦Salad, *Chicken patty/bun, * Ravioli, peas, apple crisp, peanut butter sand. See our... FIBERGLASS FURNITURE DAILY DELIVERY ...to Nashville & Middleville Areas Free Delivery on $15.00 orders & up West State St. HASTINGS 945~5029 Thursday, Nov. 7 HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 to 8:00; Saturday 8:30 to 5:30; Closed Sun.. ♦Salad, *Hot dogs/bun, ♦Chili dog/bun, hash browns, fruit juice, roll & butter,, salad. Friday, Nov. 8 ♦Salad, *Pizza, applesauce. corn, Monday, Nov. 11 ♦Salad, *Fiestada, green beans, pear, cookie. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE « — HOURS — (517) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m MonFdriadyaythru 726-0319 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR | small city in Japan. Sadako Saski was only 2 years old at the time. “A Thousand Cranes” is the true story of Sadako’s struggle and fervent wish for peace in the world. As the story unfolds, it is learned at the age of 14 that Sadako has the “radiation sickness” or leukemia, which she has gotten from the Abomb that was dropped when she was 2. She must remain hospitalized and this makes her very sad. Soon, her friend, Kenji, reminds her of the old story about the crane. If a sick per­ son folds one thousand cranes, the gods will grant her wish and make her healthy again. She begins to fold a thousand origami cranes in her quest for health and peace. As usual, parents are en­ couraged to attend. Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml Tuesday, Nov. 12 ♦Salad, *Ravioli, *Tuna sandwich, peas, peaches, roll & butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 6 Nacho chips w/cheese and meat, green beans, mixed fruit, peanut butter sandwich. Thursday, Nov. 7 Hot dog on bun, french fries, pickles, fruit. Friday, Nov. 8 Pizza, peaches. peas, pickles, Monday, Nov. 11 Bar-Q-Rib on bun, green beans, potato chips, pears. Tuesday, Nov. 13 Ravolli, mixed vegetables, bread and butter sandwich, fruit. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 6 Corndog, pudding. peas, peach, Thursday, Nov. 7 Pizza, green beans, pear. Friday, Nov. 8 French toast/syrup, sausage links, fresh fruit, juice. Monday, Nov. 11 Hotdog/bun, tater rounds, pear, cookie. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Maple valley Adult Education High School Completion & vocational Classes Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. FREE to the high school graduate who is under 20 by 9/1/91 Ail other adults may take a class for $30.00 for 7 weeks. ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES • MONDAY thru THURSDAY 204 N. Main St., Nashville — 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Daytime Classes Begin November 11th, 1991 Attend classes any time during the above hours. Accounting Government Global Issues Consumers Education Math U.S. History English Reading Writing GED Preparation Science And Morel! * EVENING CLASSES — 6:00-10:00 P.M. Evening Classes Begin November 11th, 1991 TUESDAY Science Basic Math thru Algebra Computer Science Welding & Machine Shop WEDNESDAY GED Preparation Writing Workshop 9 fl THURSDAY U.S. History Word Processing, Beg.-Adv. Reading Improvement ENROLL NOW! Maple valley Community Education 852-9275 ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION Small animal group plans meeting The annual Eaton County 4-H Small Animal Associa­ tion meeting will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 7:30 p.m. in Kardel Hall. Topics of interest will be upcoming events, fair issues and election of officers. The meeting is open to all 4-H rabbit, poultry and goat project members, leaders and parents. Help Wanted SECETARY- TO SERVE IN THE OFFICE of the superin­ tendent at Maple Valley Schools. Required skills include high speed and accuracy in typing and word processing. Apply in writing to the superin­ tendent, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Mi. 49096 by November 14, 1991. CENTURY FURNACE High 90 Plus Efficiency • Heating • Air Conditioning • Sales & Service We also do custom sheet metal work walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 Vermontville ♦ Monday, Nov. 11 • 6:30 p. m. J High School Auditorium All money and equipment must be in by Nov. 6th or no awards or prizes will be given to those players. « 12:00 Noon-8:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday • Students ina Liz VanderAAolen’s eighth grade American History Class at Maple Valley recently created several "artifacts" in connection with their study of Native Americans. Showing some of the han­ diwork are (standing, from left) Samatha Ashley and Nichole Kirwin, and John Cerny and Kristi Priddy. The items, including masks, tools and weapons are on display in hallway showcases. : LITTLE LEAGUE : «TJ FOOTBALL : AWARDS CEREMONY Maple Valley High School MONDAY Government Chicken nuggets/dip, mash­ ed potatoes, pineapple, jelly sandwich. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Salads sold daily. Eighth-graders learn about native Americans 11-5-91 40 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1991 — Page 11 Diet can be a factor in your risk against cancer Substantial scientific evidence indicates that many cancers are linked to the food Ave eat. Yet most American diets are high in suspected cancer­ causing foods and low in foods that appear to offer pro­ tection against cancer. Colon cancer is linked to a high intake of fat in the diet and a low intake of fiber in the form of cellulose and bran. Endocrine-dependent cancers are those of the breast, uterus, endometrium and prostate. These types of cancers occur most frequently in individuals who eat a high fat diet. This may be related to the bio-acids (salts), which are necessary to digest fat. In­ creased intake of calories resulting in obesity and also increases the risk of endrocrin-cancer. Cancer of the pancreas and liver occurs in individuals who consume frequent and large amounts of alcohol. Cancer of the mouth, throat and esophagus occurs in in­ dividuals who consume large amounts of alcoholic beverages and also smoke or chew tobacco. Cancers of the stomach and esophagus have been linked with frequent in­ take of smoked, salt-cured or salt-pickled foods. The dietary recommenda­ tions of the American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute include: 1) increase fiber intake; 2) reduce saturated fat; 3) reduce unsaturated fat; 4) reduce total fat intake to 30 percent oftotal calories; 5) increase use of fruits, vegetables and whole grain cereal; 6) avoid smoked and salt-cured foods; and if alcohol is used, drink in moderation. Eating a variety of food dai­ ly that includes fruits and vegetables, whole grain breads and cereals and dried beans and peas will increase intake of Vitamins A, C and fiber. Studies have found a relationship between lack of vitamins A and C in the diet and the development of cer­ tain types of cancer. Additional research sug­ gests that when foods high in vitamins A and C are eaten regularly, they may help pro­ tect the body from certain types of cancer. The Vitamin A component that seems to be protective is beta-carotene, which is found in dark green and deep yellow fruits and vegetables. Beta-carotene is not destroyed by heat, so can­ ned and cooked foods are equally good sources as fresh foods for this vitamin. Foods that provide fiber in the form of cellulose (fruits and vegetables) and bran (whole grain breads and cereals) may also help protect the body from certain types of cancer. In general, diets that are high in fiber tend to be low in fat. Researchers do not en­ courage the use of sup­ plements to provide Vitamins A, C and fiber. It is the food containing these dietary com­ ponents that helps protect the body. Another protective group of foods is cruciferous vegetables. These are vegetables beloning to the mustard family; and include Co-dependency program planned in Charlotte, Thursday Nov. 14 The Eaton Association of Extension Homemakers will offer a two-part program on co-dependency and develop­ ing active listening skills Thursday morning, Nov. 14, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church, 1110 S. Cochran Ave., Charlotte. The co-dependency program will focus on how the spouses or significant family members who - are not dependent on substance abuses can care for themselves. Brenda Stonebumer, direc­ tor of the Eaton Substance Abuse Center, will speak on how to get help, provide a self-test on co-dependency and share a program framework for the co­ dependent to leam to set limits, which in turn, will force the dependent to look at use. The second speaker will of­ fer advise on how to become a more efficient and active listener. “The Listening Ear” of Lansing will provide infor­ mation on improving human communications. Advance registration is re­ quired. Call the Eaton Cooperative Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594 to reserve a seat. There will be a dollar fee at the door. Free babysitting is available. When making reservation, indicate if the service is needed. Maple Leaf Grange receives Michigan State Grange award Chrystol Lindsey, director of community service for the Michigan State Grange, has COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich; Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • 11/4” 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 announced that Maple Leaf Grange No. 940, under the leadership of chairwoman Jean Withey of Vermontville, > received an award of high distinction at the recent Michigan State Grange Con­ ference in Flint. The Maple Leaf Grange performed many hours of ser­ vice to the community but was rewarded particularly for par­ ticipation in the “Safe House” project in Battle Creek, where they furnished a room and a half. Other projects completed by Maple Leaf were free holiday dinners, which included the shut-ins ofthe area, sponsored a pregnancy center in Charlotte; donations to many area charities; and volunteer­ ing for the Barry County Commission on Aging. Community service is a large part of the Grange. Michigan Granges reported more than 75,000 hours of donated time this year in com­ munities across the state. NOTICE The Village of Nashville will be ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, kohlrabi, rutabaga and tur­ nips. They are thought par­ ticularly to reduce risk of cancers of the lungs and in­ testinal tract. They also may be effective in preventing chemically induced cancer. Research is still on-going in this area. In addition to eating protec­ tive foods, it is important to lower our intake of fat in the diet. This can be done by changing food preparation methods and choosing lean meats, low-fat dairy products and limiting use of cream, butter or margarine, salad dressings, high-fat snack foods, shortening and vegetable oil. If the above recommenda­ tions are followed, they will help weight loss for people who are overweight. Weight loss will also occur by in­ creasing physical activity, decreasing the size and number of servings of food eaten, decreasing the intake of sweets and high- fat snack foods and limiting consump­ tion of alcohol to one to two drinks per day. To summarize, it is sug­ gested that we reduce intake ofdietary fats to 30 percent of our total kilocalories. Eat one cup ofwhole grain cereal dai­ ly. Eat two slices of whole grain bread daily. Eat one or two servings of fruit daily, in­ cluding one serving of citrus fruit. Eat two to three servings ofdark green and deep yellow vegetables daily, including one serving of a cruciferous vegetable. And always be moderate in consumption of alcohol. Serving Our Country Shawn D. Herman Lcpl. Shawn D. Herman, a Maple Valley High School 1990 graduate, and the son of David and Sherrill Herman, graduated Oct. 25, from the avionics technician course at the Naval Air Technical Training Center in Mill­ ington, Tenn. Herman entered the Marines in September 1990. After a short leave at home, he will return to Tennessee for further training in the avionics field. Rodney D. Lowell Army Sgt. Maj. Rodney D. Lowell has been deployed to Northern Germany and The Netherlands to participate in Reforger ’91. Reforger ’91 is a strategic mobility exercise emphasizing U.S. capability and resolve to rapidly reinforce Europe should the need arise. The ex­ ercise involves the Army, Navy and Air Force in effort to transport active and reserve component combat units from the continental United States to Europe. The soldier is an in­ telligence senior sergeant at Fort Carson, Colorado Spr­ ings, Colo. Lowell is the son ofRodney J. and Anita J. Lowell of 17 Jacob St., Ballston Lake, N.Y. His wife, Karen, is the daughter of retired Master Sgt. Steven and Glennis Bog­ gess of Vermontville. Scott R. Venton Navy Ensign Scott R. Ven­ ton, son of Stanley R. and Marie Venton of 1784 N. Ionia Road, Vermontville, was recently commissioned upon graduation from Officer Candidate School. During the course at the Naval Education and Training Center, Newport, R.I., of­ ficer candidates study the principles of leadership, man­ power management techni­ ques, navigation and communication. Studies also include naval history, traditions and missions, the structure and organization of Navy com­ mands, military courtesy, uniform regulations, seaman­ ship and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. The 1986 graduate ofMaple Valley High School, and a graduate of Michigan State University, joined the Navy in March 1990. Home Improvement Headquarters • Tools • Plumbing • Electrical • Hardware . : • Drywall Insulation • Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry • Roofing Siding • Anderson Windows • Paneling • Dimension Lumber • Treated Lumber See Us For Delivery Planning • Estimates • Savings for the Rental of Approximately 50 Acres of Hay Ground HOMETOWN: Bids should be turned into the Village Hall no later than 5:00 p.m. November 14, 1991. for details call 852-9571 or 852-9544. 219 S. State, NashvilleflSs? Nashville Village Council LUMBER YARD OK CREDIT ((03 RNANONC �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesdays October 29', 1991 — Page 12 Village craft show draws steady stream of browsers and buyers A steady stream of traffic flowed through Kellogg School Saturday as browers and buyers flocked to the Village Craft Show. Many of them took advantage ofthe opportunity to get a head start on the holiday shop- ping season. Local crafters offered a wide selection of their han­ diwork, ranging from decorative items to clothing, and including small furniture pieces. Two vendors of wooden crafts, Linda Friddle and Larry Corkwell, both reported brisk sales of their wares which included such items as benches, small tables, and decorative shelves. Sellers of soft goods rated sales activity from “fair” to “good.” Handcrafted door prizes furnished by the various ven­ dors were given away in hour­ ly drawings throughout the six-hour event. Peak traffic came shortly after the show opened at 10 a.m. There was no shortage of holiday gift ideas for browsers and buyers at Saturday’s craft show in Nashville. About a dozen of the local crafters plan a second pre- Christmas sale Dec. 13-14 at Castleton Township Hall in Nashville, 4-H Award event held at Expo Center Anita Fox of Nashville shows a selection of decorative handcrafted pins to her daughter, Ashley, while son Ben looks on. OTIC The deadline for filing nominating peti­ tions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer, three four-year terms on the Village Council and one two-year terms on the Village Council will be Tuesday, November 26, 1991 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Vermont­ ville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk's Office, 121 S. Main, Vermontville, Ml. Sharon Stewart, Vermontville Village Clerk 11-5-91-37 Barry County 4-H youth, leaders and clubs were recognized for their efforts at the annual 4-H awards night Oct. 28 at the Barry Expo Center. “Kids are at risk today,” Barry County Sheriff David Wood said, speaking to the large group about his personal experiences as a youth in a 4-H group. As a youngster he was in­ volved in the rabbit, sheep, chicken and horse programs in 4-H in Michigan City, Ind., and later in Bellevue. “4-H absorbed my time and energies,” Wood said. “Go­ ing to the fair for a week in the summer was the biggest thing that happened to me.” Using visuals, Wood spoke about the “Thrill Zone” that many youth live for today. Things need to be bigger, faster and more thrilling than experienced before, he said. The older we become, the more it takes to satisfy our wants and needs. Speaking of a person’s body, soul and spirit, Wood explained that if young people grow up with only the body satisfied, they never grow as a person. NOTICE VILLAGE Of NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Deadline for filing nominating petitions for: (1) (1) (1) (1) (3) 2-Year 2-Year 2-Year 2-Year 2-Year Term Term Term Term Term Village Village Village Village Village President Clerk Treasurer Assessor Trustees is... Tuesday, November 26,1991 • 4:00 P.M. • Petitions must be filed with the Nashville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk’s Office, M-F 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. FACTORY WORKERS Allo area company has/ sanding, bulling, and light assembly openings available. High starling wages for the nonexperienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope­ nings coming in every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be .given immediate consideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal 1.0. Never a fee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. applications accepted BETWEEN 8:30 A.M. • 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY 698-7979 Winning a year-end junior 4-H award in clothing, and a junior award in dogs is Leslie Hay of Nashville. She also was awarded a junior Citizenship award at the annual 4-H Awards Event. “4-H fills a child’s life. It gave me something to look forward to,” Wood said. “Bored youth only want what will affect an immediate need. They will not work on long­ term projects. They do not want to look forward to anything, only the physically gratifying, what they can smell, touch and feel. TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans.. <eoe) Three Bldgs. South of corner of M-37/44th Street or 4595 Broad­ moor, S.E., Suite 150 (located In the Kent­ wood Corporate Complex)* tox ,4-H can fin the need for kids at risk today, Wood said firmly, encouraging his audience. NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING November 21,1991 7:00 pm Council Chambers in Nashville Purpose: James Henney has reques­ ted a special use permit and/or var­ iance to replace a mobile home at 9360 Scott Road. The property is currently zoned R-1. Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml • 616-527-2724 Vings Sanitary Service, | 945-4493 or 1-800-866-4493 Serving Hastings 4 Barry County Communities Since 1950 • 1869 N. Broadway, Hastings • COMMERCIAL -.RESIDENTIAL - INDUSTRIAL Clean Courteous Dependable DAILY & WEEKLY PICK UPS - MONTHLY RATES Radio Dispatched Trucks for Fast Service INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL CONTAINERS 1-40 YARDS LANDFILL 90 Gallon Kart Service Available �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, October 29, 199T — Page 13 GENERAL PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS JUNE 3044.1991 . Fi GENF E RAiL INFORMATION Enrollment: Pre-Primary • 12th Grade Adult Total Enrollment Teacher BA Minimum Salary Teacher BA Maximum Salary Teacher Specialist Minimum Salary Teacher Specialist Maximum Salary Number of Teaching Staff 18 100A.0 0909A0-.9 01 1,694 1,694 $18,521 32,687 21,277 37,551 94.2 1991-1992 1,676 38 1,714 $19,632 34,648 22,554 39,805 96.0 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT Board of Education Maple Valley Schools Nashville-Vermontville, Michigan We have audited the general purpose financial statements of the Maple Valley Schools, Nashville-Vermontville, Michigan, as of and for the year ended June 30,1991, as listed In the table of contents. These financial statements are the responsibility of the organization’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and including those prescribed by the State Treasurer. Those standards require that we plan ahd perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes exam­ ining on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures In the financial statements. An audit also includes assess­ ing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion. In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Maple Valley Schools, Nashville-Vermontville, Michigan, as of June 30,1991, and the results of its operations for the year then ended in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. Our examination was made for the purpose of forming an opinion on the general purpose financial statements taken as a whole. The com­ bining, individual fund, and the individual account group financial statements and schedules listed in the table of contents are presented for the purposes of additional analysis and are not a re­ quired part of the general purpose financial statements of Maple Valley Schools. Nashville-Vermontville, Michigan. Such information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the examina­ tion of the general purpose financial statements and, in our opinion, is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the general pur­ pose financial statements taken as a whole. FOOTE and LLOYD CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTS Battle Creek, Michigan September 12, 1991 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS GENERAL FUND COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30, 1991 AND 1990 ASSETS 1991 Cash & Investments 835,555 Taxes Receivable 74 Accounts Receivable - I.S.D. 68,991 - State 5,050 - Other 538 Inventories 6,700 Prepaid Expeneses 2,315 TOTAL ASSETS 919,223 1990 656,188 686 12,457 1,862 -0­ 6,700 4,479 682,372 LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE LIABILITIES Accounts Payable 3,923 Due to Other Funds — 16,-400 Total Liabilities 20,323 FUND BALANCE 898,900 TOTAL LIABILITIES& FUND BALANCE 19,223 875­ 2,175 3,050 679,322 682,372 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS GENERAL FUND COMPARATIVE STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES & CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE FOR THE FISCAL YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 1991 AND 1990 REVENUES 1991 1990 Local Sources 2,030,357 1,919,485 State Sources 3,554,523 3,034,401 Federal Sources 99,763 97,955 Intermediate Sdurces 136,482 147,931 Other Transactions 7,950 15,555 Total Revenues - Forward 5,829,075 5,215,327 EXPENDITURES Instruction: Elementary 1,662,802 1,330,629 Secondary (Jr. & Sr. High) 1,477,266 1,138,836 Special Education 359,660 230,759 86,126 66,112 Vocational Education 3,549 2,305 Band Department 102,438 78,120 Compensatory Education 598,097 Employee Benefits Included Above 3,691,841 3,444,858 Total Instruction jpporting Services: 101,764 133,362 Guidance 67,116 82,463 Speech Therapy 64,579 78,471 Libraries 2,245 2,729 Audio-Visual 31,860 46,698 Board of Education 165,419 103,490 Administration 308,842 251,672 Ofice of Principals 508,552 434,461 Operation & Maintenance of Plant 354,864 439,520 Pupil Transportation 208,342 Included Above Employee Benefits 1,766,056 1,620,393 Total Supporting Services 5,065,251 5,457,897 Total Current Operating Expenses Capital Outlay: 28,815 58,227 Instruction 95,169 85,373 Supporting Services 123,984 143,600 Total Capital Outlay 5,601,497 5,189,235 Total Expenditures - Forward 5,215,327 5,829,075 Total Revenues - Forwarded 5,189,235 5,601,497 Total Expenditures * Forwarded EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER (UNDER) 26,092 227,578 EXPENDITURES OTHER FINANCING USES (9,000) Transfer to School Service Fund - Athletics (8,000) EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES & OTHER FINANCING USES FUND BALANCE - July 1 FUND BALANCE - June 30 219,578 679,322 898,900 17,092 662,230 679,322 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS FOOD SERVICE COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30, 1991 and 1990 ASSETS 1991 4,947 Cash 155 Accounts Receivable 11,457 Federal Aid Receivable 9,519 Inventory 26,069 TOTAL ASSETS 1990 20,207 9 11,197 10,673 42,086 LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE Liabilities 178 Accounts Payable 292 E EFund Balance Reserve for U.S.D.A. Commodities Undesignated Total Fund Balance TOTAL LIABILITIES & FUNDBALANCE 6,615 19,276 25,891 26,069 6,777 35,017 41,794 42,086 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS FOOD SERVICE COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES & CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE FOR THE FISCAL YEARS ENDED PUNE 30, 1991 and 1990 REVENUES 1991 1990 Student Lunches 93,577 90,044 Student ala Carte 11,322 10,070 Adult Lunches 6,038 6,255 Adult ala Carte 1,496 1,333 Milk 8,275 7,839 Special Events 232 73 Interest 2,454 1,368 Federal Aid - Cash 83,324 77,938 - U.S.D.A. Commodities 22,221 23,810 Total Revnues 227,873 219,816 EXPENDITURES Food & Milk 102,929 99,361 Federal Commodities Used 22,072 22,556 Labor 79,297 73,839 Employees’ Insurance & Annuities 187,986 12,252 Employee’s Retirement 3,925 3,640 Worker’s Compensation Insurance 4,280 3,995 Supplies 7,032 8,581 Refuse Service 1,706 1,706 Laundry 1,103 992 Food Storage 475 440 Repairs & Maintenance 1,386 869 Dues & Meetings 174 114 Vehicle Expense 192 190 Sales Tax 221 226 Miscellaneous 75 (2) Capital Outlay 0 526 Total Expenditures 243,776 229,362 EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES (15,903) (9,546) FUND BALANCE - July 1 41,794 51,340 FUND BALANCE - June 30 2$891 41,794 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS BOOKSTORE COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30, 1991 and 1990 ASSETS 1991 Cash 2,620 Inventory 1,020 TOTAL ASSETS 3,640 LAIBILITIES AND FUND BALANCE Liabilities - None 0 Fund Balance ,640 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND 3,640 FUND BALANCE 1990 2,226 1,366 3,592 0 3,592 3,592 COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES & CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE FOR THE FISCAL YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 1991 and 1990 REVENUES Sales 816 820 Other 361 241 Total Revenues 1,177 1,061 EXPENDITURES 1,129 946 Cost of Sales Other 129 0 Total Expenditures 1,129 1,075 EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES 48 (14) FUND BALANCE - July 1 3,592 3,606 FUND BALANCE - June 30 3,640 3,592 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS ATHLETICS COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30, 1991 and 1990 ASSETS 1991 Cash 8,455 TOTAL ASSETS 8,455 LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE Liabilities - None 0 Fund Balance 8,455 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE 8,455 1990 3,451 3,451 0 3,451 3,451 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS ATHLETICS COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES & CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE FOR THE FISCAL YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 1991 and 1990 1990 1991 REVENUES 30,306 28,172 Admissions and Fees Donations, Fundraising Activities 5,029 8,490 & Advertisements 2,252 3,727 Sales of Supplies 35,453 42,523 Total Revenues EXPENDITURES 10,727 8,388 Officiating & Other Services 30,064 28,249 Equipment & Supplies 4,152 3,006 Dues, Fees, Meetings & Travel 1,477 2,391 Cost of Fundraising 42,935 45,519 Total Expenditures EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER (UNDER) (2,996) (7,482) EXPENDITURES OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 8,000 9,000 Transfers From General Fund EXCESS OF REVENUES AND OTHER FINANCING 5,004 1,518 SOURCES OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES 1,933 3,451 FUND BALANCE - July 1 3,451 8,455 FUND BALANCE - June 30 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS DEBT RETIREMENT FUND COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30, 1991 AND 1990 ASSETS 1991 1990 Cash 639 18,477 Investments 50,500 42,000 Taxes Receivable 32 3 Due From General Fund 16,400 2,175 Accrued Interest Receivable 256 568 TOTAL ASSETS 63,252 67,798 LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE LIABILITIES - None 0 FUND BALANCE 67,798 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE 67,798 0 63,252 63,252 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS DEBT RETIREMENT FUND COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES & CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE FOR THE FISCAL YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 1991 and 1990 REVENUES 1991 1990 85,364 Current Tax Roll 90,293 Interest on Investments 5,473 6,110 Adjustment on Prior Year’s Taxes ______ 367 ____ 0 91,474 . Total Revenues 96,133 EXPENDITURES Bonds Retired Interest on Bonds Paying Agent Fees & Expenses Adjustment & Write-off of Prior Years’ Taxes Miscellaneous Total Expenditures EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES FUND BALANCE - July 1 FUND BALANCE * June 30 85,000 6,125 462 80,000 8,925 112 0 ____ 0 91,587 88 ____ 8 89,133 4,546 63,252 67,798 2,341 60,911 63,252 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS TRUST AND AGENCY FUND COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30, 1991 and 1990 ASSETS 1991 1990 Cash 2,994 19,356 Investments 30,000 30,000 Accrued Interest Receivable 1,894 2,000 TOTAL ASSETS 34,888 51,356 LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE LIABILITIES Due to organizations 34,888 FUND BALANCE 0 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE 34,888 51,356 0 51,356 STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES & CHANGES IN AMOUNT DUE TO ORGANIZATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 1991 AND 1990 1991 1990 REVENUES 136,787 141,202 EXPENDITURES* 153,255 141,345 EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES (16,468) (143) DUE TO ORGANIZATIONS - July 1 51,356 51,499 DUE TO ORGANIZATIONS - June 30 34,888 51,356 (1) (2) (2) (2) (2) (3) MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS GENERAL FIXED ASSETS GROUP OF ACCOUNTS STATEMENT OF VALUES JUNE 30, 1991 Increase Balance (Decrease) Balance 7-1-90 Additions In Value 6-30-91 Land 99,488 99,488 Buildings 9,784,526 9,784,526 Fixed Equipment 429,731 429,731 Movable Equipment 2,145,450 65,346 2,210,796 Property in the Open 200,249 200,249 Buses 78,254 313,747 (76,918) 315,083 Total 12,973,191 143,600 (76,918) 13,039,873 (1) Cost Estimated in Prior Years (2) Replacement Insurable Value per Appraisal Report by Deyo & Associates, Kalamazoo, Michigan, dated March 28, 1990 (3) Cost less Amortization Based on 7-Year Life School Buildings No. of Classrooms Maple Valley Jr-Sr High School 35 (Including relocatable classrooms) Maplewood Elementary 18 (Including relocatable classrooms) Fuller Street Elementary 16 (Including relocatable classrooms) Kellogg Elementary . 7 Administration Building 76 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF GENERAL LONG TERM JUNE 30, 1991 end 1990 ASSETS 1991 Amounts Available for Retirement of Debt 67,798 Amounts to be Provided for Retirement of Bonds 22,202 Amounts to be Provided for Payment of Classrooms of Tomorrow Note 7,431 TOTAL ASSETS 97,431 LIABILITIES Term Bonds Payable Classrooms of Tomorrow Note Payable TOTAL LIABILITIES 90,000 7,431 97,431 DEBT 1990 63,252 111,748 0 175,000 175,000 0 175,000 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS SCHEDULE OF 1990 TAX ROLLS BY TOWNSHIP JUNE 30, 1991 OPERATING 29.01 MILLS Township S.E.V. Tax Roll Assyria 727,000 21,090.27 218,040 6,325.34 Baltimore 115,900 Carmel 3,362.25 525,655.40 Castleton 18,119,800 4,867,145 Chester 141,195.91 49,019 1,422.04 Hastings 8,529,600 247,443.70 Kalamo 12,391,897 359,489.03 Maple Grove 4,202,200 121,905.83 Sunfield 504,090.75 Vermontville 17,376,448 Trailer Tax 3,978.00 1,935,958.52 Total Roll DEBT - 1.35 MILLS 727,000 Assyria 218,040 Baltimore 115,900 Carmel 18,068,800 Castleton 5,201,245 Chester 8,569,400 Kalamo 12,123,997 Maple Grove 4,390,900 Sunfield 17,376,448 Vermontville Industrial & Commercial Facilities Taxes TOTAL ROLL 981.45 294.35 156.47 24,392.88 7,021.68 11,568.69 16,367.40 5,927.71 23,458.20 123.99 90,292.82 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS SCHEDULE OF DELINQUENT TAXES RECEIVABLE JUNE 30, 1991 Write Off Year 1990 1990-91 Uncollectible Balance Balance of Levy 7-1-90 Roll Collections Taxes 6-30-91 GENERAL FUND .001,935,958.521,935,909.20 .00 49.32 1990 .00 .00 .00 24.91 24.91 1989 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 1988 .00 1987 .00 661.51 661.51 .00 .00 .00 .00 1986 .00 .00 .00 1985 .00 .00 .00 .00 Total 686.421,935,958.521,936,570.71 74.32 .00 DEBT RETIREMENT FUND 1990 .00 90,292.82 1989 1.16 .00 .00 .00 1988 .00 30.78 1987 .00 .00 1986 .00 .00 1985 31.94 90,292.82 Total 90,290.53 .00 .00 30.78 .00 .00 90,321.31 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 2.29 1.16 .00 .00 .00 .00 3.45 �hid *3 I I Vi1 The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 199T*_ Page 14 This Week in SPORTS... Lion gridders heading for playoffs on a roll... Maple Valley Lions cap off second straight perfect season The Maple Valley football team is heading for the playoffs for the second consecutive year. And they are heading there on a roll. The Lions defeated a solid Portland team Friday night 33-8, improving to 9-0 on the season. Maple Valley, which earlier in the year put the finishing touches on its third SMAA title in the past four years, has now won 22 consecutive regular season games. Ovid-Elsie is next on the slate for the Lions, who defeated Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central 14-0 last year before losing to Muskegon Oakridge 28-7 in the regional championship game. The Lions travel to O-E Saturday at 1:30 p.m. "It’s been an unbelievable season," coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. "We've got some very fond memories of this season. The kids played extremely hard all year.” The win was vintage Maple Valley. The Lions took advantage of numerous Red Raider miscues, controlled the ball on the ground, and got some key plays from their special teams. They also dominated the second half of play, which has been a trend all year long. After playing to a 8-8 deadlock in the first half, Maple Valley completely dominated the third and fourth quarters. The Lions drove 73 yards in six plays to take the lead for good on its opening possession of the third period. The drive culminated in a 25-yard run by Aaron Patrick, who ran over the Portland safety on his way to the end zone. Patrick led all rushers with 175 yards on 18 carries. The Lions totalled 288 yards on the ground in 47 attempts. Then, after a Darrell Stine punt rolled dead on the Red Raider three, the defense stiffened. A short Portland punt gave the Lions ideal field position on the 23-yard line, and Patrick scored from there two plays later on a sweep. Stine threw the key block on the play. The conversion was wide to the right, and Maple Valley led 20-8. The Lions scored twice more to seal the win, once on a 65-yard fake-punt play and the other on a short run by Derek Morawski late in the game. Maple Valley's Jeremy Reynolds, who added 89 yards on 20 carries, gave Maple Valley the early lead with a 16-yard scamper in the opening minute of the second quarter. Reynolds Maple Valley jayvee gridders lose to Portland 13-12, end season 5-2-2 The Maple Valley jayvee football team closed out their season with a heartbreaking 13-12 loss to Portland. The Lions got on the scoreboard first when Randy Jarrard went in from 18 yards out but failed to get the extra point. The Raiders struck back quickly by running the ensu­ ing kickoffback 76 yards for a touchdown and kicked their extra point to go ahead 7-6. Portland struck again at the 11:03 mark of the' third quarter on a 56-yard run, but missed the extra point. The Maple Valley Adult Education classes second term to begin The second term of Maple Valley Adult Education classes will begin Nov. 11. High school completion EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... » Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE classes are offered in the daytime and in the evening. All classes necessary for a high school diploma are of­ fered, as well as GED Preparation classes and basic reading, writing and math classes. Those who have always wanted to get their high school diplomas may enroll. To join a class, or for further informa­ tion, call the Maple Valley Community Education office at 852-9275. Classes are free to those working toward a high school diploma, or grads under 20. Other adults may take the classes for a fee. Legislative coffee planned in Hastings The monthly Legislative Coffee session will be held at 8 a.m. Monday at the County Seat. State Sen. Jack Welborn and State Rep. Bob Bender will be on hand to talk about any issues the public might want to have discussed. The coffee is sponsored by the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce. Chamber Executive Direc­ tor Penny Diehl said, “This is an opportunity for all Barry County residents to be inform­ ed and enlightened about the legislative process and its im­ pact on the business climate. ” Lions came back at the 6:08 mark of the fourth quarter with a 13-yard run by Chris Miller, but failed on their twopoint conversion to make the final score 13-12. The defense was led by Matt Reid with 10 tackles and Chris Miller with seven. On offense Gabe Priddy had 47 yards on 11 carries. The Lions finished the season with a fine 5-2-2 record. added the two-point conversion. Portland's Matt Morris blocked a Maple Valley punt out of the end zone for a safety. Brent Falen scored on a six-yard run a short time later to tie the score, as Stine blocked the extra point attempt The Lion defense limited Portland, which dropped to 5-4 overall, to 152 yards rushing on 37 carries and forced four turnovers. Portland totalled 41 yards on nine of 18 passing. Maple Valley's defense was led by Chris Harmon with 11 tackles, Tom Snyder with 10, Brent Stine with eight, and Darrell Stine with five. Patrick had an interception, while Darrell Stine, Scott English and Snyder recovered fumbles. Mittelstaedt is pleased with the Lions' level of play heading into Saturday's playoff game. "We were able to take advantage of their turnovers," he said. "Our offensive line did an outstanding job in the second half. They just took charge in the third quarter, and our backs ran hard." But Mittelstaedt lenows his squad will have its work cut out with O-E. "They are a very large team," he said. "They have tremendous size on their line." O-E was second in the Mid Michigan conference and finished 8-1 overall following a 42-0 thrashing of Perry on Friday. Its only loss was to eventual league champion Ionia, which qualified for the Class BB playoffs. Freshman gal eagers split for week The Maple Valley girls freshman basketball team hosted Lakewood on Tuesday, losing a close game 41-36. Leading scorers were Meagan McLaughlin with 14 and Allison Burpee with eight. Top rebounders were McLaughlin, Andrea Hubka and Robin Hale. Sarah Leep led the Lions with most steals and assists. Thursday night the freshman hosted Byron Center, winning 51-39. The Lions scored 19 points in the fourth quarter to finish on top. Leading scorers were McLaughlin with 16, Burpee with eight, while Judy Mazurek and Hale added 7 each. Rebounding honors went to McLaughlin and Leep. Leep also had most assists. The Lions will finish out their season Monday night, traveling to Portland. Maple Valley High Schools WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Seventh graders lose finale The Maple Valley seventh grade girls basketball team lost their last game 25-33. High scorers were Jenny Kuempel with 14 points and Erin Hokanson with six. High rebounder was Hokanson with five. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5th ... • Skill for Adolescence Parent’s Night 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8th ... • J.V. & Var. Girls Basketball, Away, Bellevue, 5:30 p.m. • Blood Drive-High School Gymnasium MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11th ... • Vermontville Little League - Auditorium - 6:00-9:00 p.m. Football Award Night Lady Lion eagers lose SMAA race to St. Philip Battle Creek St. Philip emerged as the favorite in the SMAA girls basketball race following an exciting 45-43 win over Maple Valley on Wednesday night. The win improves the Tigers to 4-0 with two games remaining in the league season and clinches at least a tie for the SMAA title. The second-place Lions fell to 2-2 in conference play and 9-8 overall. The win was secured at the final buzzer as St. Philip's Kim Dallamonte, who led all scorers with 17 points, picked up a loose ball and hurled in an unbelievable circus shot as the horn sounded. "It was a discouraging loss," Lion coach Jerry Reese said. "But, one team had to lose and one team had to win. "We just have to accept the loss and readjust our goals and hopefully get ready for the tournament." Maple Valley got several outstanding efforts in defeat. Senior Sara DeGroote scored a career-high 14 points, while Leigh Stine also had a career-best game with 10 points and eight rebounds. Janet Boldrey had eight points, while Kelly Eastman and Joy Stine each had seven. Jennifer Phenix also grabbed eight boards. Jill Hufnagel also tallied double figures for the Tigers with 12 points. St. Philip outscored the Lions from the free throw line 12-1. The previous night the overmatched Maple Valley team lost to Lakewood 58­ 23. The Lions could score no more that six points in any quarter, as the Vikes raced, out to a 32-11 halftime lead. Joy Stine had seven points, Boldrey added six, and Phenix and Leigh Stine added four points. Tricia Pierson led Lakewood with 25 points and Carmen Brown added 10. The Lions committed 34 turnovers and hit nine of 24 from the floor. ^ace yalley,’! J®nn?er ?her!ix <34> Passes the bal> ins'de to open teammate Kelly Eastman (40) during the Lions' 58-23 loss to Lakewood Tuesday night. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, OCToEerTTT"'— Page IS Congratulations on the SMMA Title and Good Luck Against Ovid Elsie Sat., Nov. 9 • 1:30 at Ovid Elsie 1991 FOOTBALL These area merchants support the ... year-round! Let’s SUPPORT THESE MERCHANTS The Carpenter’s Den Furniture Stripping 177 South Main by Elaine and Stuart Vermontville Phone 726-1043 528 Sherman, Nashville Phone 852-0943 301 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9393 The Personal Touch Powers Service Hecker Agency 6901 Thornapple Lake 133ft S. Main Nashville Nashville 225 N. Main Nashville Phone 852-0767 Phone 852-9587 Phone 852-9680 Bobbie's Nail, Tanning & Craft Goodtime Pizza Maple Valley Chapel 119 N. Main Genther Funeral Homes Nashville Dorothy's Hair Salon 204 N. Queen St. Nashville • 517-852-0840 265 W. Casgrove, Nashville Phone 852-9667 Entertainment Center 105 Washington St. Nashville Feed & Seed Sport Stuff 224 N. Main Nashville Tobias Mason Insurance Agency Nancy’s Beauty Shop 109 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-2005 Vermontville The Ole Cookstove Wolever’s Real Estate Musser Service 174 S. Main, Vermontville Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 7-3 Saturday 7-8 126 S. Main St. 160 S. Main Nashville 610 S. Wellman Rd. Phone 852-9446 Phone 852-9377 233 N. Main Wheeler Marine Service Nashville Locker Service Nashville South M-66, Nashville 729 Durkee, Nashville Phone 852-9332 Mace Pharmacy 207 N. Main St. Nashville Phone 852-0845 Nashville Phone 852-1501 Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods Phone 852-0713 Phone 852-9609 Toni’s Style Shop Mape's Family Florist 111 N. Main Nashville 107 North Main St. Eaton Federal Savings Bank Nashville 109 S. Main Street Phone 852-9192 Phone 852-2050 Nashville O'Dell's Towing Citizen's Elevator Company 24 Hr. Service 141 N. Main, Vermontville Ph. 726-1040 or 726-1009 Carl's Super Market, Inc. 999 Reed St., Nashville Phone 852-1991 870 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0514 Diana's Place 10030 Thornapple Lk. Rd. Nashville Ph. 852-9481 Phone 852-1830 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 737 Sherman (7 Blocks E. of Main) Nashville — Phone 852-1910 White, Ford & New Holland Maple Valley Real Estate 227 N. Main St., Nashville 517-852-1915 or 852-1916 Nashville Phone 852-0790 Ph. 852-1985 or 852-1986 Phone 517-852-9301 203 N. Main ' 852-1757 230 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-0940 Nashville Hastings City Bank Bob's Service Shop Nashville Trowbridge's Auto Parts & Service Center 130 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0569 Styles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville Ph. 852-1757 State Farm Insurance — Ruth Hughes — 825 S. Hanover, Hastings Phone 948-8488 157 S. Main Phone 1-517-726-0330 Stanton Real Estate and Auctioneers Main Street Vermontville & Nashville Ph. 726-0181 & 726-0555 Kent Oil Co. M-66 at South Village Limits, Nasvhille Phone 852-9210 Hometown Lumber 219 S. State Nashville Phone 852-0882 Country Kettle Cafe West Side of Main S|. Nashville Phone 852-1551 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, -OU6ber !29, I99l— Page 16 Due to getting the proper licenses changed over to our name, we are currently unable to accept WIC, sell Lottery and beer and wine. Signs will be posted and our ads will announce when our licenses go through. Vermontville snst&vi Grocery Capisit^Ainc. 160 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0640 PRICES GOOD NOV. 4 THRU NOV. 9,1991 Lean Breaded Pork Steak Pork Cutlets $139 -A»- | Sliced Bacon $129 $169 -AL LB. Fresh Whole A. Market Made Bulk DOUBLE COUPONS Every Friday Up to 50c Cut Up Free! Sausage on Manufacturers9 Coupons 69c $119 JL Fresh Cucumbers 3/99c 3/89c WE WILL PROCESS DEER Call 726-0640 or Green Peppers Heatherwood Farms Vitamin D Campbell’s Fresh Milk Mushrooms LB. WE CAN NOW ACCEPT FOOD STAMPS Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice, Cranapple 99‘ Gal. Heatherwood Farms 48-oz. Coke2 Liter Products Bottle Chip Dip Asst. Var., Freshlike Vegetables fl r.ADnFN r.A 8-oz. Corn, Peas, Beans 59' 99c CHlPDli*’ Ragu Great Plains Whole Grain Wheat Facial Tissue Spaghetti Sauce Bread SSlBld 175-ct. (Pre-priced) 89' Hunt’s Nestle’s Semi-Sweet Manwich Morsels 12-oz. $109 15.5-oz. 15.5-o 2/$l«° + Deposit Kleenex -A. LB. LB. 4 SPAGHETTI $179 A 30-o 30-oz. Dinty Moore Beef Stew »$ J89$ J79 24-o 24-oz. flnhiWloMi � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-11-12.pdf a5d7b6dec51108ed171c70ecb47d1a1e PDF Text Text 12/30/99 Hastings Putol ic Library 121 mid S.Church Street POSTACf ^ASTiNCS, M 4905* Hastings, HI. 49058 **** KU. fwsnwcs rowc ireun Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 121 S CHURCHS1)952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 WSTWGS. Ml 49058-1893 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 15 — Tuesday. November 12, 1991 School expansion plan T receives nod from school board by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Plan “F” proved to be a winner last Thursday at a special meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education. The session was attended by about 75 interested teachers, administrators, support staff and parents. School officials agreed to move ahead with expansion of present facilities. Plan “F” was drawn up by the Holland-based GMB ar­ chitectural and engineering firm as a compromise of pro­ posals rejected last month primarily due to costs ranging as high as an estimated $18 million. AU plans were based on recommendations formed by a citizen’s committee for school improvement. Gordon M. Buitendorp, president of GMB, and architect Gemot Runschke were present at Thursday’s meeting to explain the new plan, which incorporated ideas offered by Vermontville Village Council airs local cable television problems by Susan Hinckley providers locally (Charlotte, StaffWriter Potterville, Nashville) are not A partial boycott of experiencing these reception payments to Triad-CATV and problems. Wagner continued: “You, formation of a committee to seek a second cable television as contractual partners with provider in Vermontville were Triad, have the power to corsuggested to the village coun- rect the situation by taking cil by an unhappy subscriber steps to eliminate the current last week. ‘only game in town’ In a letter read at Thurs- environment.” Wagner said that he had day’s council meeting, Erv Wagner urged the council to mailed only a partial payment take action to rectify what he to Triad for cable services of called “substandard” service the last two months and enby the Marshall-based couraged others “to do the company. same until the aforementioned In his letter, Wagner committee can come up with pointed out that a similar com- an alternative, or get the situamittee had been formed in tion solved.” He added that he has no Charlotte and had, in fact, solicited another cable system desire for additional cable serlast year. vices but would be satisfied “It is in the best interest of with the current contract “if your constituents to form such the services contracted were a committee,” he said. “As being provided.” A copy ofa letter written by most of you are aware, the current cable service is Wagner to Triad also was read substandard. Full service at the council meeting. He hasn't been provided for over noted that copies also had a month at this time, and com- been sent to the Federal Com­ plaints are met with the state- munications Commission and ment by the Triad company to the Michigan Better that ‘satellite* problems exist. Business Bureau. Village President Sue Yet, upon investigation, other Villanueva said she was aware of problems with Triad ser­ vice in Vermontville. In May, after receiving a number of complaints, she had asked Horizon Cable Company of Potterville about providing service to Vermontville, but that firm encouraged the village to first try to work out its problems with Triad. She said Thursday that Horizon still “does not want to come in with Triad here.” Villanueva reported that recently only comic routines have been carried on the ESPN (sports) channel and country music videos are be­ ing shown on the HBO (movie) channel. She said the council was aware of reports that Triad recently had been sold to Americable International, and said she had been trying to clarify Vermontville’s status in a call to an Americable ex­ ecutive at Miami, but had been unsuccessful in repeated attempts to reach him. In a call Friday by the Maple Valley News to Triad’s See Cable TV, page 3 Lion pride displayed proudly ! Lion pride was evident everywhere in the Maple Valley community before last week's big playoff football game with Ovid-Elsie. Homes, stores and offices displayed posters boosting the team. Typical of the spirit was the display of ban­ ners and signs seen at the Tony Wawiernia residence at 501 S. Main St., Vermontville. the board and spectators at the October meeting. Under Plan “F” both Ver­ montville’s Maplewood and Nashville’s Fuller Street elementaries would be enlarg­ ed and remodeled to solve overcrowding that has necessitated conversion of storerooms and hallway niches into classroom space. Also, a new middle school wing would be attached to the northeast comer ofthe present junior-senior high school to hold grades six through eight; the high school would undergo some remodeling to upgrade teaching stations; and a new all-weather track would be added, probably at the high school location. The district’s present cinder track at the Fuller Street athletic field is no longer approved for competition. Under the new plan, Nashville’s KeUogg School would become a Community Education center for high school completion courses and enrichment classes for adults. The total estimated price tag for Plan “F” is $10.45 million, which Superintendent Dr. Ozzie Parks said is the limit allowed by the state for school bonding in the district. “Obviously, those who came here tonight are in­ terested,” noted Board Trustee Rebecca Eaton. "Would you care to support (the plan)?’’ she asked the audience. When she received a big round of applause as ap­ proval, Eaton continued: “I want this to be a community activity. I hope the people here (in the audience) can help us spread the word that we need the space.” Cathy Spitzer, a parent and member of the Maple Valley support personnel staff, said: “No one likes extra taxes, but we have to decide how we want our kids to be educated.” Board President Harold See Expansion, page 2 Maple Valley Implement buys Caledonia dealer's assets Maple Valley Implement recently acquired selected assets of a Ford-New Holland dealer at Caledonia and plans to expand its Nashville operation to pro­ vide sales and service to customers in that area. Richard Furlong, service manager, shows some of the lines carried by MVI. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter A long-standing Nashville farm equipment business has expanded its operation with the recent acquisition of in­ ventory of a Caledonia FordNew Holland dealer. Russ Furlong, president of Maple Valley Implement Inc., announced last week that his company has purchased selected assets of Caledonia Farm Equipment Inc., and will supply sales, parts and service to their customers. He said plans call for clos­ ing the Caledonia location on Cherry Valley Highway by the end of December. That firm has been in business 10 years. ‘‘Equipment purchases presently are being transfer­ red from Caledonia,” said Furlong. He said he expects to hire about half of the eight employees now working at the Caledonia firm, headed by Du wane “Duke” Suwyn. Maple Valley Implement has been in business in Nashville for more than 30 years and has been located at 737 Sherman St. since 1973. Besides Furlong, employees include Richard Furlong, ser­ vice manager; Don Garrett, parts manager; Douglas Aspinall and Ronald Michaud, mechanics; Cory Furlong, commercial sales and service and trucking; Judy Furlong, vice president and bookeeper; and Randy Furlong, treasurer- bookkeeper. “We’ve built our business on quality parts and service,” noted Russ Furlong. “We are dedicated to the fact that our customers are our most valuable assets. We must find ways to satisfy their needs at the most reasonable cost and yet maintain a profit for our company (in order) to remain in business to start the cycle See Implement, page 2 In This Issue... • Lion gridders lose playoff opener • St. Jude bikers celebrate successful fund raiser • Student teachers train at Maple Valley • Theater group entertains students r �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1991 — Page 2 Expansion plan 'F' gets nod from school board, Stewart echoed that senti­ ment: “We need to plan for the 1990s for our kids. David Tuckey, board trustee and a member of the Building and Site Committee that drew up the recommenda­ tions for the architects, noted that the district actually needs $18 million worth of im­ provements but, “We only have $10 million (in the pro­ posal); we’re 15 years behind right now.” Teacher Gail Johnson pointed out this would be a financially advantageous time to do the project. “We probably will not see interest rates any lower than now,” said Johnson. Parks said he had received similar advice from a school bonding consultant. Arthur Frith, a parent who was in the audience, asked about the average cost per family for the proposed improvements. Parks said that using a $50,000 home (assess­ ed at $25,000) as a typical ex- ample, the increased tax cost mittee, said consensus of that per year would be approx­ panel was against moving young pupils to the high imately $175. Jr.-Sr. High School Prin­ school: “We didn’t feel it cipal Larry Lenz pointed out would be wise to put sixth­ that with a new middle school grade students with high school students.” more staff will be needed. Parent and substitute Plans are for the middle er Lauric Pettengill said: school to have 'its- own. fmitely don’t want my ministrator. Lenz said board musf“be up front witji' JL1 -year-old sixth grader out the people that more opera- Heere with the high school.” However, many teachers tional millage will also be a spoke in favor ofthe proposal. necessity.” The matter drawing most Kellogg sixth-grade teacher attention in the discussion was Sandra Briggs said the transi­ the question of whether sixth tion from a middle school con­ graders should be in proximi­ cept would be “less ofa shock to the system” than that sixth ty of high school students. The middle school classrooms graders now undergo when will be remote, but the transferring to the high school students will have to share building as new seventh cafeteria, music, art, home graders. Cheryl Berry, fourth-grade economics and technical lab facilities located in the high teacher at Maplewood, noted: school. Seventh and eighth “Emotionally and physically, graders now attend the junior­ the sixth graders are a lot closer to junior high than to senior high school. Nancy Potter, Fuller- elementary kids (with whom Kellogg principal and co-chair they now attend school).” Carol Kersten, who teaches of the Building and Site Commusic at all levels at Maple Valley, said that the Class C Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port school district where she formerly worked had a similar setup to the one proposed here How OLD ♦ and it was “very successful.” you are is your i The middle school students were on a slightly different business. time schedule so there was virtually no hallway contact with the older students. How YOUNG Board Vice President John Krolik said bringing sixth you look is our graders to the new middle business. school wing at the high school location “will actually give more attention to those kids. ” He chided others at the Main — Nashville meeting for reacting “as if our high school students are all some kind of demons.” Several others noted that students of all ages mingle Styles-R-Us 224 N. | ♦ 852-1757 ! INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency continued from front page before and after classes on school buses. { L I want this to be a community The next step will be for activity. I hope the people here GMB architects to draw up more detailed diagramatic (in the audience) can help us plans based on Thursday’s gospread the word that we need y y ahead from the board. the space. In other action Thursday, the board agreed to handle the — Rebecca Eaton problem of a few unruly special education students at Maplewood school by placing them in new portable resource used primarily for emergen­ and 6:30 a.m. to upgrade classroom to located on the cies related to inclement cleanliness of the buildings. grounds there. The unit will weather or mechanical — Tabled a proposal that be installed and leased for would raise the pay rate for breakdowns. $10,000 the first year, and a substitute teachers in order to — Tabled a plan to add ad­ teacher now working 60 per­ attract more who are willing ditional custodial help to do cent of the time will be in­ to serve. floors between 10:30 p.m. creased to full time to take charge of the class. Parks said the new facility will be “a more appropriate setting” for those emotionally impaired students who are continued from front page— “not working out” in three inclusion rooms currently ve a great convenience for operating at Maplewood. The over year after year.” He said diversification has farmers. Furlong said his inclusion program attempts to mainstream special education enabled the company to company will put in operation students, but recent incidents weather various conditions a fully-equipped service truck of violence on the part of a (droughts, floods, grain em­ to take care of maintenance handful of those students has bargoes, etc.) that adversely and repair of equipment on location. worried school officials as affected the farming industry. But he attributes most of his Product lines now being well as parents. When the matter initially firm’s success to “hard­ sold at Maple Valley Imple­ surfaced last month, Stewart working, dedicated employees ment include Ford-New said: “This school system and repeat business from Holland, White-New Idea, AGCO-White tractors, Lan­ cannot afford one teacher for loyal, satisfied customers.” Diversification has included doil and Woods. MVI also two students. There’s no way possible now; we don’t have a rental fleet of hilos, service provides parts and service for that kind of space or the and repair of forklifts and Minneapolis-Moline and $25,000 to $30,000 per year hilos, and an industrial floor Oliver. coating service. Furlong is planning a getfor a teacher.” “Lawn and garden (equip­ acquainted event to be held He said Thursday, however, that after talking to ment) has become a pretty this month at the Caledonia parents of other Maplewood good part of our business, location to give that firm’s customers an opportunity to children he has changed his too,” noted Furlong. However, with the change meet the Maple Valley Imple­ mind. Stewart now believes the move will benefit not just in farming conditions and ment staff. two students with behavioral decreasing number of imple­ problems, but the 20 others in ment dealers, Furlong expects the classroom whose studies his company to become more -Maple Valley Athletic Boosters aggressive in the farm equip­ now are being disrupted. Parks said the cost of ment field. “We value our farm ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA schooling the troublesome students here would be com­ customers,” he added. ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. One important change soon * Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 parable to busing them to iiiinimiiaiitiiiiiiiiiiiiA special education classes out­ to be implemented should proside the district. A *j* •*• Stewart said as soon as the new resource room enroll­ ment reaches six, “it will be 111 N. Main, Nashville • 852-9192 V cheaper to do it here.” He •** said this also allows for more * TONI’S HOURS BELINDA’S HOURS local control. Mon.-Fri. 8 to 4, Sat. 8 to 12 Tues.-Fri. 8 to 4, Sat. 8 to 12 In other business Thursday the board: For the Month of December — Approved purchase of a RECEIVE A FREE GIFT J* two-way radio for each of the with your Redken Perm five school buses that do not A EXPIRES: 11-19-91 presently have one, at the t We are here to make you look your best. *t•* estimated cost of $650 each. V The price and capabilities of •J* ATTENTION Toni’s Style shop will be closed November 28 & December 24, 25 and 26 »Je mobile phones will be in­ * We’ll stay late if that’s what you would like for the vestigated and compared month of December on Tuesday or Thursday before radios are purchased. Communication equipment is Implement dealer expanding | BINGO •J* *J* *S* *2* *J* *J* *J* *J* «J* «J* * Toni’s Style Shop* 726-0580 •2* •J* *1* 2* Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company 2* *2* *2**2* *2* *2* *2* *2* V Church Schedul e s . ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass........... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship....... .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 18322651 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . .10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School... 10:15 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN QUIMBY UNITED Worship............. 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available After School Special....... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastpr James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. 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 Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ..7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School .... 11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Va mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK INDEPENDENT CHURCH of CHRIST Meeting behind River Bend Travel Agency, State St. MINISTER: JIM SANDUSKY Phone 945-2026 P.O. Box 558, Hastings, Ml 49058 Sunday Services: 9: 30 a.m.. ...Bible School 10: 30 a.m Morn. Worship 6: 30 p.m... Evening Worship Bible Study: 7: 00 p.m Thursday �The Mople Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. November 12, 1991 __Page 3 Coble TV Woes discussed, Marshall office, a spokesper­ son who refused to identify herself acknowledged that the company is aware of service complaints at Vermontville, but has “had problems with the stations” and is “working on getting them back on the from front page air.** Asked if Triad was to be sold to Americable, she said: “To my knowledge we have not been sold to Americable and don’t plan on selling to Americable.'* In other business Thursday, Maple Valley Schools " "IC11 WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES " TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 • J.V. & Varsity Girls Basketball, Home, Saranac, 5:30 p.m. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15 • J.V. & Varsity Girls Basketball, Away, Olivet, 5:30 p.m. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 • Girls Basketball Districts ^10 10 Sl SlJjk Obituaries j* Christa I. Padelford Idj. sts' "“•'•jfltsfo * up >K *"iniiiiihiniH| J bingo ; Kw»umsar~i| ' 1 ^792865 1 Style Stop} usA'Mfi J . J IWWilUWW | lontholDecesbed JJ NASHVILLE - Christa I. Padelford, 98 ofNashville and Rawlins House, Pendleton, Indiana the last three years passed away Sunday, Novem­ ber 10, 1991 at St. Johns Hospital, Anderson, Indiana. Mrs. Padelford was born December 25, 1892 in Balti­ more Township, Barry Coun­ ty, the daughter of Frank and Imogene (Edmonds) Wilcox. She attended the Durfee Coun­ try School. She was married to Olney Padelford in Barry County. They farmed in the Nashville area most of their married life. Her occupations were Gospel Trumpet of Anderson, Indiana and Putnam Library in Nash­ ville. She was a lifetime member ofthe Church of God. She enjoyed knitting, crochet­ ing, quilting and making dolls and afghans for her nieces. Mrs. Padelford is survived by nine nieces and several great nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband, Olney in 1956; brothers, LaVern, Herbert, Arthur Wilcox, sister, Mildred Fleming and one nephew. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, uuiRedkenPerio '[ Barry County Commission on Aging menu set Wednesday, Nov. 13 Macaroni and cheese. Oriental blend, carrots, fruit. Thursday, Nov. 14 0' * „ „ {Jin "(J* urn'1 k" Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes, beets, bread, brownie. Friday, Nov. 15 Chili, cauliflower, crackers, apricots. peas, November 13 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funer­ al Home in Nashville with Mr. Richard Genther officiating. Burial will be in Striker Cemetery, Baltimore Township. Visitation will be Wednes­ day, November 13 from noon until service time. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gideons International For Bibles. council rescinded a motion made in September to foot half the approximate $500 cost of water and sewer 1 ines to add restroom facilities at Maple Manor. The Vermont­ ville Syrup Association and ocher donors will foot the estimated $10,000 structural and plumbing costs, but had sought village help on the line project. Officials decided to rescind the September agreement when they recalled a policy adopted by the council in June 1985, which forbids village employees to do work on private property. “The policy is probably good the way it stands,” said Trustee Rod Harmon, citing its fairness if evenly applied. “We could make an exception, but as you all know, I am diametrically opposed to that,” said Trustee Nyle Wells, who in September had cast the lone vote against the Maple Manor proposal. He added that “any judge would interpret public property as that controlled by a unit of government; anything else is private property.” Maple Manor is owned by the Syrup Association, spon­ sors of Vermontville’s annual Maple Syrup Festival. With addition of the proposed restrooms the organization hopes to cut in half its yearly $1,400 expenditure for port-ajohns rented during the threeday celebration Wells said he is opposed to spending tax dollars to benefit an organization that is not taxfunded. In another case of drawing the line on public vs. private property, council agreed that while the village will foot half the $1,594 cost of movingg an exisiting water main for ex­ pansion of First Congregational Church, it will not be responsbile for costs of the water service line running from the relocated main to the structure. On a motion by Hannon, council voted that this is the responsiblity of the congregation. In other business Thursday, the council: — Learned that Vermont­ ville had been paired with Tekonsha for Mayor Ex­ change Day, part of the an­ nual Michigan Week celebra­ tion in May. — Asked a council commit­ tee to report whether two violators of the village's or­ dinance governing delapidated structures had met compliance deadlines set by the Eaton County Planning Office. — Tabled a request by Doug Janousek that the village abandon a platted but unused part of Jefferson Street that runs through his property. He said he wants to construct a new house that would span the old roadway. — Discussed a future ban on leaf burning in the village. “For health and safey reasons as well as environmental reasons, there are a lot ofpeo­ ple out there who are in favor of it,” noted Hannon. Bazaar and Bake Dessa Handle's Sale set for Nov. 1696th birthday The annual bazaar and bake sale of the Vermontville United Methodist Women will be held Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ver­ montville Hardware. A card shower to honor Dessa Handle’s 96ch birthday will be held Sunday, Nov. 17. Cards may be sent to Box 203, Nashville, 49073. Announcing the CLOSING of the Medical Practice of JOHN F. HILDEBRANDT at 307 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml. • Effective Dec. 20th • Records available upon written request. For new physician referral call Pennock Hospital 945-3451. Stay in out of the cold At Eaton Federal’s Drive-Up ATM, you can do your banking without ever leaving the comfort of your car. So don’t be left out in the cold . . . open your Statement Savings Account and get your SPIRIT CARD today to start enjoying the convenience ofusing Charlotte’s only DRIVE-UP ATM. Plus you can use your SPIRIT card at all MAGIC LINE and CIRRUS locations. AT EATON FEDERAL WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS Monday, Nov. 18 Swiss steak and gravy, parsley potatoes, Italian blend, fruit. Tuesday, Nov. 19 Baked chicken, carrots, cookie. spinach, Eaton Federal Events J® JjZ Zr 4 III’1 Wednesday, Nov. Delton, The Old Timer’s; Hastings, Movie; Woodland, Nutrition by Corally. Thursday, Nov. 14 Nashville, Bingo. 15 Friday, Nov. Nashville, popcorn. 18 Monday, Nov. Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, Nov. 19 - All sites puzzles. FDIC FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office — Charlotte — 543-3880 Nashville — 852-1830 Eaton Rapids — 663-1551 Olivet —749-2811 INSURED itui ioisim LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9:00-4:30, Saturday 9:00-Noon �The AAople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past... Depression-era projects helped area back in 1935 by Susan Hinckley Residents of Barry County benefitted from several federally-funded projects in the 1930s. In Nashville, building ofthe sorely needed W. K. Kellogg School addition was enhanced by a Public Works Ad­ ministration project launched in 1935. A year earlier, construction of a new $35,000 concrete bridge across the Thomapple River in Nashville, primarily with federal money, proved to be an economic blessing to a village reeling from the ef­ fects of the Great Depression. As many local laborers as possible were put to work on the bridge project and, later others would be hired for the school building. At about the same time, plans were announced for yet another public works project in the county. Details of this plus an up­ date on the school expansion and other stories of the day appeared in The Nashville News on Nov. 14, 1935: state highway commissioner. This is the first link in the proposed new direct route bet­ ween Hastings and Grand Rapids, and the project is be­ ing financed by WPA funds to be expended under supervi­ sion of the highway depart­ ment, at an estimated cost of $278,130. A survey crew was charting the route and actual work was expected to begin this week. The project is expected to give employment to 450 men for eight months. Mr. VanWagoner asks donations of sufficient right of way to assure the early com­ pletion of the project, as federal funds are not available for land purchases and the state cannot at this time afford to finance right of way purchases. VanWagoner said it will be necessary to wait for federal funds to become available before surfacing contracts can be let. The same source is ex­ pected to provide the money to complete the relocated trunk line. Relocating of M-37 and grading project Announcement of the grading of M-37 between Hastings and Middleville on a relocation of the trunk line, a distance of 13 miles, was made Wednesday of last week by Murray D. VanWagoner, School bids due this afternoon Construction bids for the PWA school addition for Nashville are being received Thursday up to 2 p.m. The sealed proposals are for general construction, plumb­ ing, heating, temperature regulation and electrical work, a part of a Public Works Administration pro­ ject, designated as PWA Docket No. 1086. They are subject to all rules and regula­ tions established by the federal government. The school board has the right to reject any bids and to hold all bids for a period of 60 days from this date of open­ ing, but we bet they don’t. Formal opening and con­ sideration of the bids will begin this afternoon at the of­ fice of the board of education at the school house. Nashville school bonds for sale People in Nashville and vicinity who would be in­ terested in buying one or more ofthe Nashville school bonds, please get in touch with Len W. Feighner, before Saturday night, Nov. 16. These bonds are in denominations of $500, and bear interest at 4 percent payable semi-annually. P.T.A. holds first meeting Monday eve The weather man was very inconsiderate Monday even­ ing for the initial meeting of the local P.T.A., and as a result attendance was rather light. So it was deemed advisable to postpone the formation of a ► The Depression years of the 1930s were made better for Nashville residents Jhr! r. Z .w wb VarJ°UJS PubliC WOrks Pr°iects implemented locally and o on nhvor £7'0 T bnd9e across the ThornaPPle River and an addition wo?k m thevH|dollSCRh00Jh°USe Were natsm ancc9opurnoteiedctfso trhmatanPyroovifd tehde tefemdpeorraalrl7y fwork wuondr kedin the trhojeecvillage vtisllangeth Road R roeadioi nmpTrhoivs eImotenl9ts30asccsocuennteedshfoowr sm oa bnu ysofNthoes fheXde Zralnl7 funded projects ,n th. region. This Iot..l930s scene shows o busy NoshX Zn permanent organization until the the next meeting and a nominating committee was formed to present a list ofcan­ didates at that time. Miss Carrie Caley, grade teacher, was chairman of the program, which opened with two selections by the Girls’ Glee Club, directed by Mrs. Lower. Principal A.A. Reed gave a talk on the modem trend of education in catering to the individual rather than the class groups, and the changes in the required sub­ jects in the school curriculum. Supt. W.D. Wallace also The Beigh was one of nine rural schools joining the spoke about the school work Agricultural-Home Economics Fair sponsored by mentioning especially the Nashville school in 1935. Located about a mile south of questionnaires circulated town on what is now M-66, this structure was built in among patrons of the school 1921 as a replacement for the original Beigh school and the importance of the in­ located in Maple Grove Township's Section 12. Closed formation thus acquired. He by consolidation, the school later was pressed into also distributed a very com­ plete community appraisal service in the 1950s to handle an overflow of Nashville blank with the request that elementary students. It is now a residence. those present give their in­ dividual views on civic Three-day Ag-He Fair most graduate of the Nashville conditions. successful event yet held school, and has two degrees Len W. Feighner of the One of the outstanding from the University of school board outlined the events of the school year in Michigan. work done and the progress Nashville, oustanding also for made in furthering the new the whole community, is the Locals school addition. Bids will be annual Ag-He Fair, an — Miss Mildred Mainone, opened Thursday and he ex­ outgrowth of the introduction former Nashville teacher, pressed the conviction that the to the local school of the spent the weekend and Ar­ contracts would be awarded teaching of agriculture and mistice Day with Nashville within a few days and actual home economics in 1931, friends. Miss Mainone is construction work will be when W.D. Wallace assumed working on her degree at commenced within two the superintendency of the Western State Teachers Col­ weeks. Nashville school. lege this year. As a concluding feature, Mr. Wallace has seen the — The Grover Penningtons Miss Sutton and her home fair develop in quality, in are glad their South Main economics class served quantity and in interest, and in Street home was insured. It refreshments of sandwiches, duration this year, continuing was pretty well gutted by fire coffee and cocoa. by request past the original and little of the contents were dates of Thursday and Friday, saved, but it’s being all fixed Ann Arbor professor here Nov. 7 and 8, to include up for them and furnished, as Sunday and Monday fire adjustment. Kermit Eby, teacher of Saturday, Nov. 9. Joining with our Ag-He — A chimney fire at the civics and world relations in students and other school Nazarene parsonage called Ann Arbor High School, will departments in exhibiting at out the department about 5 occupy the pulpit of the Methodist Church here Sun­ this fair were nine rural o’clock Tuesday afternoon. schools, Norton, Hosmer, The damage was small. day morning, and will address Beigh, Feighner, Branch, — Dale Burd suffered a the Nashville students after Morgan, Quailtrap, Barryville slight fracture of the wrist school on Monday. and Maple Grove Center, and while cranking a car. Dr. many individuals. This very Pultz set it for him. Hunters leaving for the attractive display of 1,500 ex­ — Mr. and Mrs. Frank north woods hibits taxed the capacity ofthe Kaiser took their baby Among the deer hunters ground floor of the Masonic daughter, Shirley Fayne,, to who have left or are leaving Temple, and resulted in ar-- the the Children's Children's Clinic Clinic at for the north are Dr. F.G. ranging some displays in the Blodgett Hospital, Grand Pultz, Adolph Douse and windows ofHess & Son, Vem Rapids, Sunday, leaving her Wilbur McVean, for the Bera, John Greene, Frank there and returning Newberry vicinity; Linus Caley and Ray Thompson. themselves Monday, where Maurer and a Charlotte It was a truly quality ex­ Shirley was given a blood friend, to be joined next week hibit, through the tireless ef­ tranftision, and remains there by W. B. Bera and son; Glenn forts of Supt. Wallace and for a time. She had been gain­ Bera, undersheriff of Barry Miss Bills, the home ing nicely in weight and County, will hunt across the economics teacher, and their growth until the week Straits; going to their old assistants and the rural preceding the transfusion. camp in Oscoda County are teachers whose schools par par-­ Shirley was a wee incubator Mr. and Mrs. Philip ticipated in arranging the baby and spent some time in Dahlhouser and Mr. and Mrs. displays. the clinic after her birth at Charles Dahlhouser, who will Apparently the attendance Pennock Hospital. have with them Mr. and Mrs. exceeded that of any previous — Mrs. Lowell Jarrard and Frank Haines, while Ward Smith and sons will be near year, evidence of increased Miss Cleota Conklin ofMaple interest and appreciation by Grove called on Mrs. Ella them; Floyd and Glenn White the general public. Taylor Wednesday afternoon. have gone but their location Miss Conklin was returning was undecided when they left; Orlo Ehret and Clayton Horace Powers will practice home after being at the home law here ofMr. and Mrs. Vem Elliston Decker secured their licenses; Horace Powers has decided in West Vermontville, nursing Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fuller and Mr. and Mrs. Elmer to practice law in his home Mrs. Elliston and baby son, Treat, all ofMaple Grove, are town, which is good news to the past three weeks. the Nashville community, — Lyle Maxson is working among this year’s hunters; Mr. and Mrs. Menno Wenger which has had no resident on the (MCRR) section in Nashville while Glenn White hope to be able to go to her lawyer in some years. Mr. Powers has not decided yet is north on a deer hunting trip. brother’s across the Straits for upon his location here. — A carload of grain and a a little of the season. A graduate from the carload ofbeans were shipped There was every indication University of Michigan’s law out this week by the Nashville that this year’s deer hunters would have tracking snow in department last June, he was Co-Operative Elevator either peninsula. Snow, rain one of 182 out of a total of254 Association. to pass the state bar — (Kalamo) Henry Joppie, and sleet were reported from examination. Kalamo Township Clerk, has Grand Rapids, and there was On Friday last he was ad­ been designated one of 26 snow this side of Grand mitted to the bar by Judge registrars to collect statistics Rapids Tuesday morning, McPeek in Barry Ciirc uit on births and deaths in accormotorists said. Court. Mr. Powers Continued on next page— �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12. 1991 — Paae 5 St. Jude bikers celebrate recent bike-a-thon fundraiser success In advance of the event, riders sign up sponsors who promise to make donations based on each mile com­ pleted. When all the pledges were tallied recently, they came to $961.14, reported Elsie Wolever, bike-a-thon coordinator. Merle Sears of Nashville rode 50 miles and brought in $240 in pledges to take first place in both distance and dollars. Her daughter, April J-Ad Graphics News Service Seventeen local cyclists of all ages gathered Thursday evening at Good Time Pizza in Nashville for a party to celebrate the success of the annual St. Jude bike-a-thon. Thew fund-raiser was held at the Maple Valley High school parking lot in scool September. As a group, the cyclists brought in an average of nearly $2 per mile for each of the 488 miles ridden. ?% S?4 § S§!S ^U* k ■“Mtal Bl,wMsllati wMsllati: ^"Sil St Inta#l i te St Inta# Ifteym. k -Iktwh^i K- SMtatnirti ngujitl^i' idHttfkMn nltai'ityU qftnWiii feififfii Merle Sears of Nashville rode 50 miles to raise $240 in pledges for St. Jude Children's Hospital. Here, she shows the T-shirt and tote bag she was awarded for her effort. U4 -Attantyfeik du tatiwi ■ I atthfflta: n odd Inky ta K PttaSHSS! jq -Diihidte nt jjkfadH .a: i*jt iiiit11^ B! Mtttibb |g. -Jt.UifcM Il [iiw twite B ^.SW* Qiiffl'l»' Jiaiitt M.® USuk!>' E»i<>* a «•»**! fcity «F° !* a-aiit i■1 ■1 It£*£ £*£ £*'£ a iad r * artj<rt'%. *<. it £ -* **£& -£*&S d k5$ & it s» f ^V, zg Memories of the Past , dance with a new system be­ ing inaugurated by the state department of health. Eaton is the first county in the state to be entrusted with this responsibility. — (Maple Grove)The play given by the Wilcox Cemetery Circle Wednesday evening was enjoyed by all. Proceeds of the supper and play were $18.58. The Circle will pre­ sent their play again Thurs­ day, Nov. 21, at the Maple Grove Grange Hall. — (Morgan) Mr. Hilton traded his store property to Glenard Earl for a 40-acre farm. Mr. Earl is stocking up the store and will be ready for business by the 15th. (North Kalamo) Mr. and Mrs. George Frey and family continued moved Tuesday afternoon into the house vacated by Mr. and Mrs. William VanCuren, who left Tuesday morning for their future home in Detroit. Mr. VanCuren returned Saturday with a truck to take their household goods. Last Wednesday night, their friends and neighbors had a farewell party for them at the Kalamo Town Hall. — (South Vermontville) George Hall has taken over the coal business of Asa Strait & Son at Nashville. — (Striker District) Paul Kesler of near Lacey has rented the Sarah Ickes farm and has started fall plow­ ing... No school at Striker Monday because of illness of the teacher. New Shipment Corduroy — Flatfold Solids s2’? 60” Prints ST4g» y»d. % Off McCalls, Simplicty, and Kwik Sew In-Stock Patterns •---S--E ---W---IN---G---- M---A--C---H---I-N---E---R---E--P---A--I-R---BY MR. J * F 04 St. Jude bikers of all ages capped a successful 1991 campaign with a pizza supper at Good Time Pizza in Nashville. Lloyd Wolever for his help and support; and Jack and School Lunch Menus *bt 3a ®d ite. nt Sears, came in second in distance by pedaling 40 miles. Funds raised will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn., an institution founded by the late comedian Danny Thomas. Riders participating in the event were Kyle Curtiss, Dacia Davis, Melinda Dawson, Amy Dawson, An­ drew Belen, Luci Jo Wolever, Tricia Johnson, Rachel Sears, Amanda Robins, April Sears, Merle Sears, Missy Ball, Joe Day, Scott Barker, Amanda Kirchoff, Helena Kirchoffand Brian Romer. Wolever said she apap­ preciated the assistance of Ruby Ball, Eloise Wheeler and Merle Sears for “extra hands” and for food served the day of the bike-a-thon; /1 Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 13 ♦Salad, *Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, butter, fruit cocktail, bread and butter. Thursday, Nov. 14 *Salad, *Sloppy Jo/bun, ♦Com Dogs, tater rounds, ap­ ple, salad bar. Friday, Nov. 15 ♦Salad, *Burritos w/sauce, ♦Burritos without sauce, corn, juice. Monday, Nov. 18 ♦Salad, *Sub sandwich, ♦Tuna Noodle casserole, mix­ ed veg., pears, bread and butter. Tuesday, Nov. 19 ♦Salad, *Lasanga, *Hot Dog/bun, peas, peaches, peanut butter sandwich, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Fishwich/bun, cheese slice, green beans, applesauce. Thursday, Nov. 14 Pizza, sweet potatoes, mix­ ed fruit. Friday, Nov. 15 Cheeseburger/bun, pickle slices, com, peach. Monday, Nov. 18 Spaghettios, hotdog, peas, peach, soft pretzel. Tuesday, Nov. 19 Tacos/chips, lettuce/cheese, applesauce, peanut butter sandwich. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Salads sold daily. Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 13 Hot dog w/bun, french fries, pickles, peaches. Thursday, Nov. 14 Macaroni and cheese, com, meat sandwich, fruit mix. Friday, Nov. 15 Hot ham and cheese sand­ wich, french fries, pickles pears. Ph. 945-9673 T HULST CLEANERS PICK-UP STATION ANTIQUE SHOW, FURNI­ TURE, glass collectibiles. Nov. 16-17. 9air.-5pm. 3 miles north of Ionia on M-66 at Boyce School. 616-527-5365. T-shirt from St. Jude. Those bringing in at least $75 in pledges also received a St. Jude tote bag. y y y y y y y .0, 0^ 0 0 0 0 0 0, V.F.W. Post 8260, Nashville, Ml | ’ o y Chicken & Fish Fry Friday, November 15 Serving 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. — ALL YOU CAN EAT — Bake Sale & Bazaar STANTON'S (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH Mfcifl STUCCT UCSMOHTMIUC MICHiC4H 49096 rusHiiiue (517) LFTI3! tJh?d®fc 852-1717 . ‘JUST LISTED! ‘One story, 2 bedroom 2 bath doublewide mobile home located on 4 lots! ‘Nice location — two lots are completely tree-covered ‘Immediate possession! (N-82) ‘JUST LISTED! ‘Large two-story home located on corner lot ‘3-4 bedrooms, 1 '/» boths ‘Priced at only $34,500! (N-83) Fuller St. School Lunch Menu ntiques & Collectible: 218 E. State St., Hastings Monday, Nov. 18 Chili w/crackers, carrot and celery sticks, bread and butter sandwich, fruit. Tuesday, Nov. 19 Hot dog w/bun, peas, french fries, peaches. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. Judy DeGroot for hosting the celebration supper. Each rider received a cer­ tificate of appreciation and a ‘Lakefront home at Thornapple Lake ‘Remodeled, walkout basement ‘Great lot with sandy beach ‘1987 mobile home located on approx. 1 acre ‘Charlotte schools (CH-113) (M-39) *3 bedroom, 2 bath home located on approx. 1 acre ‘Good location convenient to Battle Creek (CH-112) ‘IONIA AREA - approx. 17 acres with a 10 room, 3 bedroom home ‘Land contract terms! (CH-109) L-100. 2 vacant lots with lake access to Jordan Lake. Only $8,900 for both with land contract terms. Large home located on approx. 20 acres near Nashville. L-97. & L-96. 33 acres & approx, two 22% acre pieces of vacant land. Contract terms. UPCOMING REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25 • 11:00 A.M. • TO BE SOLD AT ABSOLUTE AUCTION -198 acres with 2 homes and pole barns! Additional approx. 62 acres vacant land sold subject to seller's approval of final bid. Property located in Eagle area. Frontage on 3 roads. Coll for flyer. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30 ■ 10:30 A.M. - Smaller 3 bedroom home located on a large lot in Charlotte. The home has been very well cared for. Call for a flyer! — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Marty Martin 566-8526 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �Th® Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1991 — Page 6 Sign language comes to life for Kellogg 6th grade by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter “Pizza” was one word that sixth-graders at Nashville’s Kellogg -Elementary were tracheostomy-dependent 5-year-old, gave the students an opportunity to broaden their knowledge of the language while heightening their awareness of one’s abili­ ty to conquer handicaps. Young Jacob West, who started developmental kindergarten classes this fall at Fuller Street School in Nashville, was bom with a birth defect that necessitated a tracheostomy and resulted in his being unable to breath in a normal manner. The surgery made his vocal chords ineffective. “That’s why Jacob needs a different way of talking,” ex­ plained his mother. While Jacob has normal hearing, he cannot speak. Also he can have only those foods that are strained or pureed with “no lumps,” said his mother. The Kellogg students were sorry to hear that Jacob could not eat McDonald’s ham­ burgers or french fries but learned that he does enjoy many of the same activities as other children his age. His presence in the D-K class also has been helpful to others. eager to learn Tuesday at a special sign language program. The informational presenta­ tion by Lori West, mother ofa Student Megan Starnes carried on a brief sign language conversation with Lori West after Tuesday's presentation at Kellogg School. Pamper Yourself dColibays.. Diana’s Place 852-9481 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Brakw Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available The latest contributions to a new program to benefit Nashville’s Lakeview Cemetery came recently from Edith Parks in memory of Frank and Eliza Berry, Fred and Cora Parks, and Ray­ mond and Lee Parks; and from Albert Miller. A memorial fund was laun­ ched in August to help the Dr. Lynn Havey, Extension Specialist from MSU in public policy education, will speak on “Understanding How Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. • Open Tues.-Sat. MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE REALTOR'■H JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR DOC OVERHOLT................ DON STEINBRECHER........ GARRY KNOLL................... JERI BAKER......................... 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VACANT LAND NOW $39,500!! NASHVILLE “FAMILY HOME" - 4 bedrooms, hardwood floors, a "well cared for" on large double lot with a two-story garage. (N-380) 20 ACRES • PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - Great building sites for walk-out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. (VL-247) Lori West fielded many questions from the students about the use of sign language. inger and Sandra Briggs asked many thoughtful questions. They also joined in signing the alphabet by using a pattern sheet they had studied. West and her husband, Steve, began teaching Jacob hand signs when he was 1 year old. Latest Lakeview Cemetery donations offered financially strapped cemetery continue to be an attractive asset to the community. Money received will be used for upkeep and beautifiction of the cemetery, which now operates on an annual budget of approximately $10,000, received primarily from sale of lots, interments and in- 'Understanding Local Government’ seminar to be held in Grand Ledge Professional Styling for the Whole Family! Owner Dl»n> Kuempel • “The 5-year-olds are learn­ ing signs, especially colors,” noted West. “That started with his teacher (Theresa Duf­ fy) reading a story about a bluebird. Jacob starting sign­ ing ‘bluebird.’ It wasn’t something we had planned, it just happened.” West said her son often uses sign language at school even though he has his electronic “Touch-Talker” with him. That computerized equipment produces synthesized words at a touch, It was purchased with the help of community fund­ raisers held before Jacob started school. Also, Duffy has been train­ ed in sign language. Jacob is accompanied in class by an aide who is a respiratory therapist. “Jacob now knows over 300 signs, and sometime he corrects me,” said West. She demonstrated many common words and phrases and showed that with careful observation many of them are self-explanatory. “If you think about it, a lot of signs make a lot of sense.” Students from the classrooms of Melanie Garl- NEAR VERMONTVILLE 10 ACRE PARC^P blacktop road neo.^-r. lontville. 1.5 ACRE BUILDING LOTS at edge of town — blacktop road and land contract terms. $6,200 up. 3 available! (VL-359' 10 ACRE PARCELS - Two to choose from — blacktop road near Vermontville. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop toad — land contract terms. (VL-359) Local Government is Fund­ ed” Monday, Nov. 18, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, just west of Jenne Street on Saginaw Street in Grand Ledge. Dr. Harvey is well known at the county level for his ex­ pert knowledge in county and township funding. Most recently, he spoke on the Eaton County Township Association about the pro­ posals being touted on proper­ ty tax reform. The public is invited to this free program, sponsored by the Leadership Eaton project and coordinated by the Eaton Cooperative Extension Service. Those who would like to in­ crease their understanding of local government funding are invited. Advance registration is required. To reserve a seat, call the CES Office at 372-5594 or 543-2310. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors to the cemetery fund and those named in gifts will be listed periodically in the Maple Valley News. Acknowledgements of memorial donations will be sent to the family designated by the donor, if name and ad­ dress are supplied. stallation of foundations. Contributions to Lakeview Cemetery may be sent to Larry Decker, secretary­ treasurer of the cemetery board, at 636 East St., Nashville, 49073, or checks or money orders made payable to the cemetery may be left at Village Hall, 206 N. Main St. Vermontville Historical meeting set The Vermontville Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, for a potluck dinner. Due to the recent vandalism of First Congregational Church, the event will be held at Vermontville United Methodist Church. For the entertainment, Glen Rairigh of Lake Odessa will present a program on antique Christmas decorations. The public is invited to attend and asked to bring a dish to pass. Mapes Family Florist 107 N, MAIN ST., NASHVILLE 852-2050 Open: Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Plants and Fresh Flowers lBL-J • WE ATTENTION Maple Valley Schools General Purpose Financial Statement June 30, 1991 Ex­ penditures of Employee’s Insurance and Annuities should have read $18,986 in the Nov. 5, 1991 issue of the Maple Valley News. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1991 — Page 7 Five student teachers training at Maple Valley by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Teachers in training — four from Michigan State Univeristy and one from Olivet College — are working in the Maple Valley school system to complete requirements of their degrees. Mary Trudeau of Mason, who is majoring in English at Olivet College with a minor in psychology, is completing her assignment at the junior­ senior high school under direction of teacher Julie Swartz. Trudeau is working closely with Introduction to Composi­ tion classes and the American Literature classes. She will continue working at Maple Valley through December, when she will receive her degree. The other four student teachers will be completing their local assignments before Thanksgiving. One of the four MSU students is Laura Carter, whose hometown is Marshall. She is working at the high school under Shannon Fineout as teacher of Spanish I and II. Carter majored in Russian with a minor in Spanish, and will graduate next month from MSU. Each of the three elemen­ tary schools in the Maple Valley district has enjoyed services of a student teacher since the start of the school year. All three trainees coin­ cidentally hail from Eaton Rapids. At Maplewood in Vermont­ ville, Brigid Bums, a major in special education, is working in the sixth-grade classroom of teacher Susan Luyendyk. Roberta Noss, also major­ ing in special education, is teaching sixth grade at Nashville’s Kellogg School under Sandra Briggs. Both Bums and Noss will graduate from MSU in March. Cindy Nemeth is serving at Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville in the first-grade classroom of Claudette Holmburg. Her major is in elementary education and she will receive her degree from MSU in December. Seated at the desk in a sixth-grade class is student teacher Roberta Noss. NESTLE DR. SCHOLL’S PREGO Hot Chocolate Air-Pillo ■■Hill Insoles Spaghetti Sauce (8) 1-oz. Envelopes Little Brieann Treloar, a first grader at Fuller Street Elementary, receives helpful instructions from student teacher Cindy Nemeth. 14-oz. Air. Milo ise“-~ ittiW|iil inille tai FtritoKwai fc K .taiifijiito Bayer Aspirin Beano ■an tafct® lirptotiti DROPS Mup I hi’ ’I! Prevents the gas from beans, cabbage, ■1 ■"*1 peas, broccoli, eggplant, soy and many others. 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At 23. we guarantee his right to convert his policy to another SECURA Life product, and his option to purchase additional coverage at special times in his future. Alarm Clock Starting at... No. it doesn’t go “vroom” or chew up shoes. But life insurance for a child is a smart idea in the long run. Give a gift of lasting value and make a parent happy. Talk to your SECURA Life agent 219 Main Street, Nashville, Michigan about Modified Juvenile Whole Life today! Tobias-Mason insurance for complete information, contact: nnnp Dick Tobias, 109 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 • 517-852-2005 Electric and Wind up 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1991 — Page 8 Business Services Lansing theater troupe entertains local students Presentations Tuesday and Wednesday in Vermontville’s historic opera house by a Lan­ sing theater troupe entertained and enlightened Maplewood students about one girl’s quest for peace. The four-member troupe from BoarsHead Young Peo­ ple’s Touring Productions performed “A Thousand Cranes,” a true story of the young Japanese girl who is memorialized in Hiroshima’s Peace Park. A momument there shows Sadako Sasaki holding a golden crane atop a granite Mountain of Paradise. On Aug. 6, 1945, in an ef­ fort to end World War II, the United States dropped the first nuclear bomb on the city of Hiroshima. Sadako’s grand­ mother was killed the day of the blast, and Sadako died ten years later at age 12 of an il­ lness caused by exposure to radiation from the bomb. Her role in the drama was explained by the cast in a question and answer period following the play. “Sadako was folding (Japanese origami) cranes throughout the time she was sick,” said Linda Key, who played the part of the young girl. “She was told that if she folded 1,000 cranes she would get well.” However, Sadako was able to fold only 644 of the paper birds before she died, so the children in her classroom continued to fold them after her death. Today, children bring thousands of paper cranes an­ nually to Hiroshima Peace Park to suspend them from the Sadako statue which bears the inscription: “This is our cup, this our prayer: peace in the world.” In the play, during the delirium of her illness Sadako, encounters spirits of some of the 80,000 persons who perished in the blast, in­ cluding her grandmother. As the victims recount details of that tragic day when Sadako was only 2, she cries out: “I wish there would never ever be a bomb like that again.” The cast included Lisa Beauchamp and Matt Meers, both of Michigan, and Linda Key and Marlene May, both ofNew York. The four are in­ tern actors with BoarsHead and will be touring as a troupe for a year, presenting their shows to various school groups. In the spring they will commence production of “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” “It’s a wonderful oppor­ tunity to get experience as ac­ tors,” noted May. Director of last week’s presentation in Vermontville was John Peakes, who also is director of Lansing’s BoarsHead Theatre. The local appearance was sponsored by the Maplewood PTO. NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING November 21,1991 7:00 pm Council Chambers in Nashville Purpose: James Henney has reques­ ted a special use permit and/or var­ iance to replace a mobile home at 9360 Scott Road. The property is currently zoned R-1. Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals BOBCAT SERVICESBackhoe, bam cleaning, general excavating, sand and gravel delivery. Lowest rates. 1-517-852-2278. TRENCHING for wires or water lines, residential or commercial, low rate, phone 1-517-852-2278.___________ LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thru Friday. Satellite Service. ROOFING-SIDING­ REMODELING-NEW CONSTRUCTION give us a call - we do it all. HENEY CONSTRUCTION 1-517-852-9945. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. Help Wanted The BoarsHead Theatre troupe that appeared last week in Vermontville will travel together for a year to present plays for school audiences. They are (from left) Lisa Beauchamp, Matt Meers holding Linda Key on his knee, and Marlene May, in costume as Sadako’s grandmother. From Our Readers Halloween was fun in Vermontville Dear editor: I would like to express gratitude to the residents of Vermontville for their generosity. Our children enjoy putting together a different Halloween costume each year. The school parties are fun, but the prospect of “trick or treating” is like a dream come NOTICE VILLAGE Of NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Deadline for filing nominating petitions for: (1) (1) (1) (1) (3) 2-Year Term 2-Year Term 2-Year Term 2-Year Term 2-Year Term Village Village Village Village Village BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment President Clerk Treasurer Assessor Trustees is... Tuesday, November 26,1991 • 4:00 P.M. • Petitions must be filed with the Nashville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk’s Office, M-F 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. true! Because we live in a rural area, we are one of the many families that converge onto the village of Vermontyille Halloween evening. Our children are greeted with smiles, “Happy Hallo­ weens”, decorated houses, and, in some cases, costumed treat givers who seem to be having as much fun as the kids! Halloween may get mixed reviews in terms of being a holiday, but in our family we keep it simple. It is a day to be silly, have fun and be thankful for such generous “neighbors” as we have in Vermontville. Cindy Krolik Charlotte For Sale WOOD STOVE for sale, Birar elete $150. Dustwest $800, new $1,300, excellent condition, 1985 Shasta 24’ Chev chasse $13,500. Ph. 517-852-9596 after 5p.m. ARTISTS NEEDED to do collegiate pencil portraits from photos of students, alumni & fans of MI Universities. High earnings part or full time draw­ ing in own studio. Call for free use of info, video, 1-304-428-4031. SECRETARY-TO SERVE IN THE OFFICE of the superin­ tendent at Maple Valley Schools. Required skills include high speed and accuracy in typing and word processing. Apply in writing to the superin­ tendent, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Mi. 49096 by November 14, 1991. Miscellaneous CRAFTS FOR SALE Jo’s Country Craft Shop. Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10-8. 452 1st Street, Sunfield. CHOCOLATE, CHOCO­ LATE! FILLINGS, FILL­ INGS! MOLDS, MOLDS! FRIENDLY, FRIENDLY! CANDYLAND-963-1010. CHOCOLATE, CHOCO­ LATE! FILLINGS, FILL­ INGS! MOLDS, MOLDS! FRIENDLY, FRIENDLY! CANDYLAND-963-1010. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051. National Ads TELEPHONE COMPANY JOBS Start $7.80-15.75 -hour, your area. Men and women needed. No experience neces­ sary for information call 1-900-740-4562, Ext. 4317. 6:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. 7 days $12.95 fee. UTILITY COMPANY JOBS $7.80-$15.75/hour, this area. Men and women needed, no experience necessary, for infor­ mation call, 1-219-736-9807 ext U4317, 9am-9pm, 7 days. TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans.. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml » 616-527-2724 CENTURY FURNACE High 90 Plus Efficiency • Heating • Air Conditioning • Sales & Service We also do custom sheet metal work walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 OTICE The deadline for filing nominating peti­ tions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer, three four-year terms on the Village Council and one two-year terms on the Village Council will be Tuesday, November 26, 1991 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Vermont­ ville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk's Office, 121 S. Main, Vermontville, Ml. Sharon Stewart, Vermontville Village Clerk 11 -5-91 -37 NOTICE The Village of Nashville will be... ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS for the Rental of Approximately 50 Acres of Hay Ground Bids should be turned into the Village Hall no later than 5:00 p.m. November 14, 1991. for details call 852-9571 or 852-9544. — Nashville Village Council �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12. 1991 — Page 9 Superintendent’s Corner Looking back, and ahead BY Dr, Ozzie D. Parks Students in our fourth grade this year will graduate in the year 2000. Seeing the new century so close ahead causes us to look forward with both anticipation and some concern. It also causes us to look backward with both nostalgia and some disappointments. The 20th century has experienced many changes in society and our schools. Consider the following: 1. In 1900, 85 percent ofall jobs were in agriculture and less than 10 percent of our young people graduated from high school. By the year 2000 2 percent or less of all jobs are expected to be in agriculture and mostjobs will require education beyond the high school level. 2. In 1900, there were few federal or state laws and re­ quirements that affected what went on in local schools. Also, schools were funded primarily through local taxes. By the year 2000, there will be many federal and state laws and requirements affecting local schools and the majority of the funding for local schools will come from federal and state sources. This trend is well established at this time. 3. In 1900, the traditional family provided most of the jobs, education and recreational needs of the community. By the year 2000, traditional two-parent families will be a minority, few jobs will be home related, and most educational and recreational needs will be met outside of the home. There are other dramatic changes in our society and schools, but I believe that the three areas cited will help us to see how different our society and schools are now from what they were at the start of the century. They also help us see how much more important and effective our schools must become in the future. Looking back, we can see some thigns that were better than now. We can also see areas in which we haven’t kept up with the times while holding on to those better things. Looking ahead, we can see some things that are new and ex­ iting, but also some trends that, if not reversed, will lead to the downfall of our homes, schools and society. What can our society and schools do to escape the pitfalls ahead? I would suggest the following: 1. Our families must strive to get back to the basics in pro­ viding the right foundation for nurturing our young people. The school can never take over this responsibility. 2. Our schools must strive to be increasingly effective in helping to meet the educational and social needs of our com­ munity. This includes meeting the needs of every child possible. 3. Our political and social leaders must help provide ap­ propriate education and jobs that are needed to support our families and society. This involves caring and sharing their wealth. Historically, our people have responded to the changing needs and trends of our society. How well we continue to res­ pond will determine our lives in the 21st century. Fas sett Body Shop • PHONE • - HOURS - 726-0319 Mo£Xru COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and rust repair & Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml Eaton County Sheriff's Dept, dedicates new flag pole Oct. 18 Members of the Eaton County Sheriff Department dedicated their new flag pole, erected in front of their office Oct. 18, with Sheriff Art Kelsey presiding. Kelsey dedicated the flag pole with “Old Glory” flying as a tribute to the three fallen members of the Eaton County Sheriff Department who died serving the citizens of Eaton County, Deputy Cleo Platt, Deputy Dean Foster and Deputy Donald Rice. “Old Glory” was raised in the prescribed military man­ ner by Sgt. Mark O’Donnell and Deputy Michael Monroe, representing the patrol section, and Sergeant Ron Rainey and corrections officer Dan Easter, representing the cor­ rections section. Sheriff acknowledges Winter Awareness Week The week of Nov. 17-23 has been declared “Winter Awareness Week” in Michigan. The Emergency Manage­ ment Unit of the Eaton Coun­ ty Sheriff’s Department, along with other emergency preparedness coordinators and the National Weather Service Eaton County 4-H horse club representatives will meet Thursday, Nov. 14, at 7:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. All club should send representatives. Business to be discussed in- 4-H Photo leaders meet The Eaton County 4-H Photography leaders will meet Monday, Nov. 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office in Charlotte. Photography guidelines and classes for the 1992 Eaton County Fair will be reviewed. New 4-H materials will also be available for 4-H club use. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies Vermontville Hardware will be... ...in the A.M. to celebrate the opening day of deer season. winter weather arrives. For more information on how you can prepare, contact the Eaton County Sheriffs Department, Emergency Management Unit, at 543-3512 or 372-8217. Jr. Livestock group to meet The 4-H Jr. Livestock Association will meet Wednesday, Nov. 13, at 7:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. All Eaton County 4-H members in the beef, sheep and swine projects are invited to attend. The agenda for the meeting includes reviewing fair book class changes, buyers ban­ quet, and a large livestock scales. The Eaton County Fair will be held July 19-26, 1992. Home ImsroyementHeadguarters • Tools • Plumbing • Electrical • Hardware Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding Anderson Windows • Paneling Dimension Lumber • Treated Lumber See Us For — • Estimates • Savings HOMETOWN! LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, NashvillelT/s1? — THANK YOU — 131S. Main, Vermontville, Ml eludes reports on the holiday tack and craft sale to be held Nov. 23 at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte, T-shirt fund-raiser, and voting for new officers. ty of residential fires also in­ creases with the use of wood and kerosene as alternative or supplemental fuels. Citizens are urged to educate themselves on winter safety and survival before • Delivery • Planning CLOSED Friday, Nov. 15 HOURS: Monday thru Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 11 a..m to 3 p.m. are using this opportunity to educate the public about the hazards of how to prepare for them. Each year citizens face winter hazards such as snow, icy roads, dangerous exposure to extreme cold, over exertion from snow removal, and isolation in homes due to heavy snowfall. The probabli- Horse Development committee to meet We stock a complete line of... Vermontville Hardware Pictured (left to right) are corrections officer Dan Easter, Deputy Mike Monroe, Sergeant R. Mark O'Donnell and corrections Sergeant Ron Rainey, standing with the flag. (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE CREDIT ING AVAILABLE �The Mople Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. November 12, 1991 — Page 10 This Week in SPORTS... Defense runs out of miracles on late drive Lion gridders lose playoff opener to Ovid-Elsie 7-3 By Todd Tubergen Sports Editor Football is a game of inches. And, unfortunately for Maple Valley fans, the Lion defense came up inches short of securing a win in Saturday afternoon's playoff opener at Ovid-Elsie. Marauder quarterback Todd Chapko ploughed in from a foot-and-a-half out for what proved to be the game­ winning touchdown with 5:35 left in the fourth quarter to pace Ovid-Elsie to its first-ever playoffvictory 7-3. The Maple Valley defense, which had held on two dramatic goal-line stands earlier in the game, had, quite simply, run out of miracles. Still, Chapko's dive barely made it into the end zone. "It was a close play," a dejected Lion coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. "The kids didn't think that he got in, but they have a very prejudiced point of view." The score was the only low point in an otherwise courageous Maple Valley defensive performance. Early in the first quarter, following a high snap on a Darrell Stine punt attempt, the Marauders had a first and goal on the Maple Valley four. They were stopped cold on four straight plays. Then, in the second quarter, Ovid-Elsie drove down inside the Lion ten, only to be stymied on a fourth-and-one play from the Maple Valley one. Mittelstaedt had nothing but praise for his defense, which allowed only two second-half touchdowns all season long. "All in all, we had a very fine effort," he said. "The defense played very well. "Offensively, we had a little trouble moving the ball. Ifwe could have maybe intercepted some passes, that might have turned the game (in Maple Valley's favor)." The Lion defense limited the potent Ovid-Elsie running game to a paltry 79 yards on 35 attempts. When the Marauders were able to move the ball, it was usually via Chapko passes. Chapko completed just five of 15 throws, but made the completions count, totalling 116 passing yards. The defense was led by See Lions, on page 11 Aaron Patrick (21) looks for a hole to run through as teammate Jeremy Reynolds attempts to throw a block. The Marauders' Aaron Maike (80) defends. Vermontville third, fourth grade football team ends season in 1st . w ..e.(76) puts Pressure on Ovid-Elsie quarterback Todd Chapko during Maple Valleys tough 7-3 loss on Saturday. Chapko scored the winning touchdown midway through the fourth quarter. The Vermontville third and fourth grade football team: (front row, from left) Enc Gons, Jeff Aspinal, Chris Ripley, Ken Lindsay, Tim Wawiernia, Joey Skelton Wnwul' v°h" JSpinal: (second row) Jason Abfalter, Kyle Lackscheide’ Jolv TaOero kKFVv*en *en Lackscheide, Lackscheide, Justin Justin VanAlstine, VanAlstine, Travis Kerjes, Kerjes, Joey LaDere, Kyle Kines; (back row) coaches Craig Lackscheide and Gary Goris. Missing are coaches Pat Kerjes and Joe Ancona 12 gauge slugs 4 Boxes ... $ 1000 LIMIT 4 BOXES — Does not include magnums tyrningtori. "W/NCHESJER Federal We also carry BRENNEKE BRI SABOTS and ACTIV Check out our New Sporting Goods Department for all your needs. HURRY SALE ENDS NOV. 13 ASHVILLE HARDWARE Va SPORTING GOODS INC. 233 N. Main St. Nashville, MI 852-0713 WE SHIP U.P.S. 723? Vermontville ended its season Saturday with a 6-0 win over Sunfield. The winning touchdown was scored by quarterback Ken Lackscheide. He was also the leading rusher with 18 yards. All the boys on the team played a big part in each game. The leading rusher for the season was Justin VanAlstine with 124 yards. Next was Eric Goris with 115 and Joey Bowers with 96. Leading the defense with tackles was Justin VanAlstine with 34 and Travis Kerjes came in second with 16. The team celebrated their victory with a hayride at the house of John and Jodi VanAlstine. Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich; Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • 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 726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1991 — Page 11 LIONS, from page 10 Stine, who had 13 tackles despite reinjuring an ankle trying punt added Chris to run with his first attempt. Reynolds eight tackles, while Harmon and Tom Snyder added seven apiece. Meanwhile, Maple Valley could manage only a 27-yard field goal by Bryan Carpenter with 11 seconds remaining in the first half. The kick, which capped the only sustained Maple Valley drive of the game, was set up by a key 25-yard Jeremy Reynolds run on a quick pitch up the right sideline. Reynolds led all rushers in the game with 67 yards on 13 carries. Mittelstaedt warned his team during the intermission that three points would not be enough to win the game. But offensively, the Lions just couldn't get untracked. Much of that was due to a big, physical Ovid-Elsie defense. "They had enough speed at the skill positions so that we weren't able to break a long run," Mittelstaedt said of the Ovid-Elsie defense. "And they had enough size to clog up the middle." With the Maple Valley running game not as effective as it had been in the regular season, the Lions turned to the pass. But junior quarterback Greg Gam was often found throwing on the run. Garn hit on four of 12 passes forjust 12 yards. While the loss was a difficult one the Lion coaches and players to swallow, Mittelstaedt was pleased with Maple Valley's season. The Lions posted their second straight unbeaten record, and just the second in the school's history, and claimed their third SMAA title in the past four seasons. "These kids had a good season," he said. "They were the only jayvee team with a losing record, but they wanted to have a good team, "They played every game as though their life depended on it" For life’s little disappointments Send I he RT)" POt-ME-W Bouquet Just call or visit us today. See our... FIBERGLASS FURNITURE R rrz?low L Middleville Areas Free Delivery on *15 Orders & Up 109 serviStar^^ WORKERS Alto area company has sanding, bulling, and light assembly opening? available. High starling wages for the non* experienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shill ope­ nings coming In every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be given immediate con­ sideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal I.D. Never a fee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN 4:30 A.M. ■ 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY This Bryan Carpenter field goal was the only scoring the Lions could muster. COPE group to meet “COPE” will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, at the Nashville United Methodist Church, Washington and State streets. COPE is a grief support group entering its fourth year of helping families. Those who have lost loved ones are welcome to attend. For more information, call the Maple Valley Chapel of the Genther Funeral Home, 852-0840. Scout skating party set Three Bldgs. South of corner of M-37/44th Street or 4595 Broad­ moor, S.E., Suite 150 (located in the Kent­ wood Corporate Complex)* K E0X BfAllDj All Nashville Daisies, Brownies, Girl Scouts and their families are invited to at­ tend a family roller-skating party Thursday, Nov. 14. The event will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Rolla-Rama in Hastings. Cost is $2.50 each, plus a canned good or non-perishable grocery item that will go to the Community Christmas basket project. For more details, call Janet Adams, 852-0733. CD’s Maturing?... Stock Market Blues?... 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And while last Friday's win over SMAA rival Bellevue wasn't pretty, they will most certainly take it. Janet Boldrey rebounded a missed free throw with one second remaining to secure the Lady Lions' 37-36 win over the Broncos. Maple Valley suffered from numerous turnovers in the first half, and, as a result attempted a mere 15 field goals. They went into the locker room staring at a 20­ 10 deficit. "I don't know if it was the long period off, but we didn't take very good care of the basketball in the first half," Reese said. "But in the second half, we were able to get some easier shots." The Lady Lions' full-court pressure sparked a furious second-half comeback and resulted in some easy layups. Maple Valley had trimmed the lead to 29-25 after three quarters. Bellevue ran into some personnel trouble late in the game, as half of the Broncos eight-lady roster was sent to the bench with five fouls. Bellevue had just four players on the floor at the end ofthe game. The Lions might have had some breathing room had their old nemesis, poor free throw shooting, not come back to hant them. Maple Valley filled up only seven of 30 attempts. Conversely, the Broncos hit 13 of 25 in the game. Maple Valley hit only two of 15 charity tosses in the fourth quarter. known who their opponent would be. PewamoWestphalia, MiddletonFulton, Carson City-Crystal and Bath are the other teams competing. Maple Valley will attempt to enter tournament play on a positive note with a pair of games this week, playing host to Saranac tonight and travelling to Olivet Friday for its regular-season finale. "We were extremely happy, and lucky, to get out of there with a win," Reese said. "And we're excited to be hosting the districts." The Lions will play Monday night, but as of press time it was not yet JV gridders post 30-17 win over Bellevue GET A HEAD START WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS Whether you're shopping for better digs, bigger office space or a newer mode of transportation, count on the Classifieds to take the legwork out of the race! And when you've got something to sell, an ad in the Classifieds can put you in the lead at a price so small that anyone can afford to be a sport. So next time you want to get the job done, team up with the Classifieds...and save your running shoes for the gym! THE WINNING TEAM YOU AND THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 mRPLE VALLEY news news' ...a localpaper oftoday! - * Friday night the Maple Valley Lion jayvees traveled to Bellevue and posted a 30-17 win. The Lions got off to a slow start, leading 6-5 after one and 16-9 at the half. Better defense was the key in the second half, as MV outscored Bellevue 14-8 enroute to a 30-17 win. Retha Byrd led the Lions with 10 points and five steals. Dana Hasselback added eight points and 11 rebounds, while Linette Snyder chipped in eight points and nine rebounds. The jayvee record is now 10-8. Former Vermontville resident, wife bike across America Timothy Wion, a former Vermontville resident, and his wife, Cindi, completed a tandem bike ride of 4,200 miles, from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean, Oct. 26. Wion’s parents took them to Seattle, Wash., where they started their trip on Aug. 3. His parents are Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Wion, former Maple Valley teachers, now of N. Manchester, Ind. His grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict. They finished their trip at Yorktown or own, Va. They ey had a nearly all good weather, and met many wonderful people, took many beautiful pictures, and kept a diary. First-place team members are (left to right) FrontKatrina Rasey, Melissa Kirwin, Jessie Pennington and Casey Hansbarger. Back- Danielle Watson, Dawn Stine, Emilie Gould, Erin Booher and Kirsten Klinkhammer. Young Lady Lions are first in Tournament Twelve Maple Valley sixth graders traveled to Lansing on Oct. 26 for the Lansing Chris­ tian Basketball Tournament. The young Lions brought home the first-place trophy with aggressive defense, good passing and balanced offense. The first game was an easy win for the girls, but the championship was an even match until the final two minutes when M.V. pulled away for a six-point victory. The girls are a part of 52 Maple Valley fifth and sixth graders who participated in a six-week basketball program which stressed fundamentals, team play, and winning at­ titudes. Head Coach Jerry Reese and helpers Jennifer Phenix, Kelly Eastman, and Nichole Kirwin instructed the young Lions. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: November 12 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. November 13 - 4-H Horse Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., Hope Township Hall. November 15 - Michigan Farm Credit Conference,, MSU g Kellogg Center, $20 registration fee, begins 9:30 a.m. November 15-16 - 4-H Early Adolescent Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. November 15-17 - 4-H Careers Unlimited Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Kim Nokes joins Eaton Extension Service Kim Noakes has joined the staff of the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service. Nokes will work with Angela Morris in the position of resource recovery agent. She assumes one-fifth of the agent’s activities and will be in the Extension office on ^Fridays. Morris will continue to provide assistance on solid waste issues Monday through Thursday. Nokes previously worked at the Tri-County Regional Plan­ ning Commission in Lansing as an Environmental Pro­ grams Planner. Her respon­ sibilities included assisting Eaton, Ingham and Clinton counties to prepare their solid waste management plans and providing planning assistance. Nokes obtained her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in resource develop­ ment from Michigan State University. One of the upcoming activing being worked on by Nokes and Morris is a yard waste conference scheduled for March 26. The conference will provide information on topics such as municipal and backyard composting, educating youth and marketing compost. For further informatio, contact Eaton County Cooperative Extension at 543-2310 or 372-5594. 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Bruskin, the survey of 1,000 adults revealed that: • 89 percent believe that having today’s American youth develop a strong set of basic values is a significant problem • 65 percent believe parents need more knowledge and abilities to effectively help their children develop a strong set of basic values To help deal with this pro­ blem, 20,000 4-H’ers across the nation are participating in a new educational fund­ raising program recently laun­ ched by the National 4-H Council and Fleischmann’s From Our Readers Young people must heed Magic's advice To the editor: As a very courageous Ervin “Magic" Johnson announced to the world he had tested positive for the HIV virus, my family sat staring at the televi­ sion screen. This is a man whose twinkl­ ing eyes and wide smile has warmed my heart for years. His love for his friend, Isiah Thomas, has brought tears to my eyes, as does this news. His disclosure of this infor­ mation makes me admire him even more. My heart and prayers go out to him and all those close to him. The “Today Show” inter­ viewed an AIDS specialist who stated that the number of teens with the HIV virus doubles every 14 hours. Young adults of Maple Valley, please heed Magic’s advice! More than once in his news conference, he told you to practice safe sex. You’ve been told this before, starting in the fifth grade, at school. It’s not an empty, silly message. It doesn’t happen just in inner city schools. It could be you. There are many, many of you whom I care about at Maple Valley. The news about Magic was heart break­ ing enough, please don’t make me hear this news about any of you. The solution is easy. A caring friend, Charlie Wawiemia Vermontville Yeast. This new program pro­ vides 4-H’ers with tools to help families explore and develop basic values together — and, at the same time, helps 4-H’ers raise needed educa­ tional funds. While typical fund-raisers involve items such as candy bars, cookies and raffle tickets, the centerpiece of the 4-H campaign is a colorful 1992 wall calendar. Titled “Celebrating Family,” the calendar is far more than a compilation of dates. It is an easy-to-use workbook that helps today’s busy parents develop stronger values in their children. The calendar was created in conjunction with Dr. Sol Wassermann, child psychiatrist and medical director at Pacific Center (San Jose, Calif.) Each month of the calendar focuses on a specific value such as self­ esteem, citizenship, fairness and responsibility. Each value is brought to life with a special quote, insights into the value’s significance and activities that families can use to explore the value together. Newspapers A Real-Life Textbook “American families are beset with a variety ofchanges which have the capability of weakening family structure,” says Dr. Wassermann. “Unless we respond actively, we will rob the next genera­ tion of the strength and skills necessary for a positive future.” While neighborhoods re­ main the prime territory for most calendar sales, many 4-H’ers have brought “Celebrating Family” even further into their communities. In one community, for ex­ ample, 4-H’ers made presen­ tations to discuss family values in a classroom, at a city council meeting and at a ser­ vice club. In San Leandro, Calif., Kiwanis Club members spon­ taneously began bidding for one calendar after a 4-H presentation. In another com- munity the calendar was en­ dorsed by the major. Each year more than six million children nationwide participate in 4-H programs. A staple of American life since the early 1900s, 4-H opens doors ofopportunity for youth through a variety of educational activities. 4-H members develop leadership skills, acquire a positive self­ image and learn to respect and interact with others. Fleischmann’s Yeast has sponsored 4-H programs for 40 years because its consumer research shows that home breadmaking is closely align­ ed with strong family relation­ ships fostered by 4-H. To order a copy of the “Celebrating Family” calen­ dar, write to: Celebrating Family, c/o National 4-H Council, 7100 Connecticut Ave., Chevy Chase, Md. 20815. Maple Valley graduate joins Albion’s Ford Institute Albion College freshman jor. Students complete intern­ Tina Yost ofVermontville has ships and take special course become a member of the work in political science, Gerald R. Ford Institute for history and ethics. The pro­ gram also encourages students Public Service. The Ford Institute is design­ to seek leadership roles on ed to give exceptional students campus. Yost, a 1991 graduate of a chance to broaden their education through concen­ Maple Valley High School, is trated study in areas of the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. government and public ser­ William Yost of vice, regardless of their ma- Vermontville. Newspapers provide teachers and parents with a learning tool that can introduce children to the world around them while improving reading skills. Where else can you find history, social studies, geography, science, economics and more under one convenient cover? Plus, your newspaper is the only up-to-date history text there is! So encourage your child to read Vermontville Cub Scouts hold cookout, hayride Vermontville Cub Scout Pack No. 649 had its pack meeting on Oct. 26 at the Mark Lawless farm. Scouts .and their families enjoyed a hayride, hot dog cookout, games and a campfire with the telling of ghost stories. 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A Chef Boyardee Pizza Mix IFjfl With Cheese JOAN 2/99c Mueller’s Wide or Extra Wide Noodles WE CAN NOW ACCEPT FOOD STAMPS Domino Powdered or � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-11-19.pdf c7e609782360f1b8d40c978abe6b96fd PDF Text Text HASTINGS P LIC LiBSAK'f 121 S.-C HASTINGS, Ml 4SQ5b PAID UJ. PQBTAM HAST I NW, Ml 4NM *Pw» Me. 9 Hastings Publ ic Library 121 S. Church Street Hastings, MI. 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. zm >•«. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 16 — Tuesday, November 19, 1991 School Board hears parentteacher conference recap by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Reports of successful parent-teacher conferences at Maple Valley schools were received Monday by the Board of Education. The meeting was held at Nashville’s Kellogg School as part of a round-robin plan to take the board to each of the district’s four school locations. Reports submitted by Nan­ cy Potter, Fuller Street and Kellogg principal, and Larry Lenz, Jr.-Sr. High principal, recapped the first parent- teacher conferences of the new school year, Oct. 23-25. Parental response to the con­ ferences was better than an­ ticipated, the principals said. “The conferences were very postive and parents showed up that weren’t ex­ pected,” noted Potter, in her Nashville Village Council plays role of 'Scrooge' with decisions Putnam Park for a proposed Lions Club improvement pro­ StaffWriter The Nashville Village ject; took a negative view of a Council made some decisions request by the United Thursday night that may have Methodists for financial help cast them in the role of the in replacing sidewalk tom up malevolent “Scrooge,” ac­ by heavy equipment used in cording to Village President construction of the church’s new addition; and postponed Ray Hinckley. The council decided not to action on a homeowner’s re­ turn on Main Street Christmas quest for replacement of a lights until the day after drain ditch tube heaving his Thanksgiving, but it was not driveway. The council also was unable that action alone that led of­ ficials to see themselves in the to come to a decision on a role of Charles Dickens’ lease agreement for about 50 character in “A Christmas acres of hay ground adjacent to the village’s municipal Carol.” Council also decided not to sewer treatment ponds on chop down a healthy tree at Brumm Road. by Susan Hinckley The only bid received on the rental offer made by the village came from Don Hickey and Ken Cowell. The two proposed an eight-year option on the land, paying no rent the first year; $10 per acre the second and third years; and $15 per acre for each of the remaining years, with the provision that the lease be open for negotiation “depending on the alfalfa stand and the economy of dairy farmers.” “I would be inclined to stay away from an eight-year lease,” said Trustee Carol See Scrooge, page 6 John Tomlanovich, interim superintendent of Eaton Intermediate School District, told the Maple Valley board Monday about services and programs of­ fered by EISD. The local board was meeting at Kellogg School, where a tour of the building preceeded the business session. written report to the board. “Parents were well prepared and asked important questions.” Potter also noted that the elementaries have “very sup­ portive parents” who volunteer their time in the classroom. A total of 496 parents were seen at Fuller Street School conferences, representing 96 percent. At Kellogg school, 162 parents attended con­ ferences, for a percentage of 97. “I believe a total of 658 parents in our buildings dur­ ing conference time is a very good indication that our Maple Valley parents are in­ terested in the education we are providing,” concluded Potter. Lenz presented a summary that showed parents represen­ ting 450 of a total of 710 students had shown up for conferences at the Jr.-Sr. high school, for a total of 63 percent. “Sixty-three percent is higher than I really an­ ticipated,” said Lenz. He noted that the percen­ tage was higher for the younger grades. Seventh grade had 71 percent turnout; eighth grade, 59 percent; freshmen grade, 72 percent; sophomores, juniors and seniors each had 58 percent. Lenz said he was open to See School Board, page 2 Art studio near Nashville destroyed in blast; man injured by Susan Hinckley and Jeff Kaczmarczyk StaffWriters NASHVILLE — An explo- sion and fire last Tuesday morning gutted an art studio and left a 67-year-old man hospitalized with third-degree bums. Lloyd Priddy, of 4550 Barryville Road, was hospitalized at the bum unit at Blodgett Memorial Hospital in East Grand Rapids after the 9:31 a.m. explosion in the studio next to his home. Authorities said the former gas inspector was in the studio when a leak from a liquid pro­ pane gas heater ignited. The explosion and fire caused bums to Priddy’s face and hands, peeling back the first layer of skin. A family spokesperson Tuesday evening said, “He’s going to be OK.” Officials said Priddy was fortunate to have escaped the burning studio after the blast that blew the roof off the 16-foot by 24-foot building. “He was lucky because the explosion was at the back, and he had to crawl through the fire to the door,” said Barry County Deputy Sheriff Don Nevins. Detective Sgt. Larry Squires, from the Michigan State Police Fire Marshal Division in Lansing, said he traced the leak to a propane gas line leading to the heater that Priddy had installed himself. “He just stressed a copper line too far,” Squires said. But the cause of the spark that ignited the gas remains under investigation, Squires said. Priddy’s wife, Eunice, a well-known artist in the area, was in the home when the ex­ plosion occurred. She had been confined to a wheelchair since breaking an ankle and spraining a wrist Saturday in her home. Because ofthe danger ofthe fire spreading, a firefighter and deputy carried her from the house. Nashville See Man injured, page 2 In This Issue. • Survey shows support for local school improvements • Community education offers variety of classes locally • Local teacher honored at WMU • American Education Week proclaimed in Destroyed by fire Nashville firemen hose down the smoldering ruins of Eunice Priddy's art studio after a blast Tuesday destroyed the building and numerous paintings, and seriously injured her husband. area �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1991 — Page 2 School Boord hoors rocop, ideas !rcfir ways to improve parental ^response, includingi*£nMnges scheduling. “Are we-looking at the best time for parents to be there?” asked ten?.' Conferences were schedul­ ed three afternoons and one evening, from Wednesday through Friday. Potter’s report also expressed concern by the staff that an additional evening be set aside for conferences. “With more and more parents working, teachers need to be available in the ear­ ly evening,” she noted. The board Monday also heard a report by John Tomlanovich, interim superintendent of Eaton In­ termediate School District, about services offered by EISD. “Special education (for handicapped students through age 26) is by far our greatest program,” said Tomlanovich, but he listed several other available services, including general education, vocational education, employment ser­ vice center, and regional services. EISD’s General Education Department provides a variety of support and coordinating services for local school districts, such as curriculum instruction, planning and development, cooperative academic programs, student accounting, attendance issues, transportation coordination and commercial driver’s license testing. General Education also is responsible for gifted and talented services, professional development, testing and evaluation services, and coor- from front page gone from his house Tuesday morning to the studio, a distance of about 10 feet, to get an apple for his wife. “He smelled gas. He bent over to smell the gas, and it exploded in his face,” Nevins said. Priddy, however, told SPICE UP THANKSGIVING WITH FLOWERS Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 28 VBA MotferCord] Send the Golden He said the change was recommended as a matter of convenience, especially for staff members attending con­ ferences. They now have to pay expenses out of their own pockets and wait for reimbursement until after the board meets. Another change approved by the board on auditor recommendation will allow administrative staff to sign checks for payment of general fund expenditures. Checks previously had to be signed by board officers. Stacks of them were process­ ed during regular board meetings — a procedure many officials said was disruptive to business at hand. The administrative staffwill sign checks only for paymennt of bills previously authorized by the board. The checks allow for three signatures but only two are required. In the absence of Dr. Parks, the board president will sign in conjunction with one of two administrative secretaries. The third item brought up by the audit report had to do with the school’s bank deposits exceeding the federally-insured per account limit of $100,000. “Just keeping money in ahead (to meet monthly bills) does take you quite a bit above that amount,” Parks told the board. He said that in the past the school has had balances as high as $700,000 on deposit with one bank, especially at the time when taxes are received. Parks said the problem is common with other school districts and he advised the board’s Financial Committee dination of various county level networking committees. The Vocational Education Department provides training and employment opportunities for area high school students, recent graduates and adults. Training opportunities are available at a number of loca­ tions with more than 20 classes available in addition to both training and employment programs offered in coopera­ tion with businesses in the Greater Lansing area. Each year, more than 800 students and adults use these services. The EISD Employment Ser­ vice Center handles job place­ ment, on-the-job training, and vocational training for youths and adults. “Ourjob placement service in Potterville is helping (clients) move forward in a positive way so they can break out ofthe welfare cycle, ’ ’ said Tomlanovich. EISD serves Eaton County public school districts of Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Grand Ledge, Potterville and Maple Valley, plus Roxand and Oneida townships. In another matter, the board approved two changes recom­ mended by school auditors and agreed to study a third proposal. A petty cash fund capped at $2,500 was established for Central Office to cover miscellaneous items such as conference fees and costs, postage, and other immediate expenses that must be paid before the board’s regular meeting. “This doesn’t give us a right to go over any line item in the budget,” explained Superintendent Ozzie Parks. Mdll injured in fire, firefighters, however, were able to keep the blaze from reaching the house. Arriving firefighters found Priddy trying to put out the blaze with a garden hose, said Assistant Fire Chief Earl Wilson. Officials said Priddy had from front page FLarvest Centerpiece this IhonksgMng. DeTwefy and satisfaction guaranteed through florists wrtdwide. Mapes Family Florist 107 North Main Street, Nashville Phone — 852-2050 authorities he did not do anything to set off the blaze. “He doesn’t recall lighting anything or turning on a switch,” Nevins said. An electrical power outage hit the Nashville area about 20 minutes earlier, and power was restored just a few minutes before the blast. Wilson, however, said the outage had nothing to do with the explosion and fire. The blast that leveled the studio blew the roof off ofthe building and dropped it back on the floor, Wilson said. The side walls were tipped outward. An estimate of the building and contents, including art works and supplies, was not immediately available. One of the paintings lost in the fire was an elaborate fami­ ly tree portrait Eunice Priddy had been working on for a number of years. Wilson said it had been moved from the house to the studio only two days earlier to make room for her wheelchair. INSURANCE stm Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company AMERICAN EDUCATION WEEK’NOVEMBER 17-23 ,< “Schools and Coummunity... A partnership for a strong America.'' American Education Week proclaimed locally Superintendent Ozzie Parks last week signed a proclamation designating Nov. 17-23 as American Education Week at Maple Valley schools. Looking on are (left) library aide Sheila Dunn, public relations officer of the MV Support Personnel Association; and teacher Sharlot Sours, president of the MV Education Associa­ tion. The week will feature a hallway display of teachers' photos; an essay con­ test; and a day when staff and students wear shirts supporting their favorite col­ lege or university. Theme of the week: "School and Communities — A Partner­ ship for a Strong America." to develop a policy of invest­ ment to correct the situation. “Do we have to go to seven different places (to bank)?” asked Trustee Bonnie Leep. “Possibly,” said Parks, but he added that he hoped the committee could work out a more acceptable solution. In other business Monday, the board: — Approved spending $1,000 for an in-service day in December to train Maple Valley teachers in New Definition of Reading and Reading Strategies for new curriculum objectives in the area of Language Arts. Bar­ bara Reed of the Lansing Waverly School District will come to Maple Valley to con­ duct the day-long workshop Vermontville Bank sponsors local food drive Independent Bank in Ver­ montville has announced it is the collection point for non­ perisable foods and cash dona­ tions for the community’s an­ nual Christmas basket program. Contributions dropped off at the bank will be turned over to the Vermontville Chamber of Commerce, which will have charge of packing the baskets for distribution. Community invited to Grange dinner The Maple Leaf Grange will stage its annual Thanksgiving dinner Friday, Nov. 22, at the Grange hall on M-66 south of Nashville. The 6:30 p.m. event is open t^everyone in the community at no charge. The annual awards program and other entertainment will follow the meal. Birthday Club to meet Nov. 20 The Maple Grove Birthday Club will meet Wednesday, Nov. 20 at the Maple Grove Community Building on M-66. Potluck dinner will be at 12:30 p.m. Hazel Spidel will bring the door prize, Helen Schantz the birthday cake. Each member is to bring a prize for games. for DK-12 grade staff. School will be canceled for that day. — Approved resolutions of commendation for the Maple Valley High School Band and Director Dennis Vanderhoef for two awards won in recent area competition; and for the Maple Valley Lions football team, head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt and assistant coaches Mike Schneiderhan and Don Roscoe for their 9-0 regular season — the Lions’ second straight unbeaten record and only the second in the school’s history — and for winning their third SMAA ti­ tle in the past four seasons. — Referred to the board’s Labor Relations Committee a proposal for renewal of a three-year retainer with Michigan Association of School Boards for $8,500. MASB has handled labor rela­ tions for the local board for the past three years, and the cost effectiveness ofthose ser­ vices was debated by the board and others attending Monday’s meeting. — Designated Dr. Parks as authorized coordinator for Maple Valley’s participation in a program which allows the district to buy federal surplus property for school use at con­ siderable savings, under direction of Michigan’s Department of Management and Budget. — Authorized Parks to ap­ point a committee by the Nov. 15 deadline for the state’s Schools of Choice program. Failure to comply could threaten state aid funding of the district. — Referred to ad­ ministrators a challenge by James Hammond of JH Photographic of Nashville to prices charged for yearbook and activity photos by a Grand Rapids firm that currently handles the school work. In July the board chose Bultman Studios over JH Photographic as official school photographer after a lengthy discussion of whether bid specifications had been equal­ ly solicited. — Heard a brief report by Trustees Bonnie Leep and Lynn Mengyan on their atten­ dance at a recent MASB Leadership Skills seminar held at Lansing. Mengyan said the event also provided an opportunity for “a nice ex­ change of information bet­ ween (school) districts.” 202 N. Main Nashville, MI 49073 Featuring... NEW WINTER MENU WITH NEW SERVING TIMES “Serving all meals any time!" NEW HOURS OF SERVICE: Monda Closed p.m. Friday... 9a.m.-- 9p.m. p.. Saturday 8a.m. - 9p.m. Sunday. 8a.m.- 8p.m. Effective December 1, 1991 We will be open Thursday, Novmeber 28 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. serving a special THANKSGIVING TURKEY DINNER _____"With all the Trimmings"___ NOTICE PLEASE: We will be closed for Christmas, December 24, 25, 26, 1991 HAVE A SAFE HOLIDAY SEASON (517) 852-2130 irimiBaai �TT»e Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1991 — Page 3 Survey shows public support for school improvements by Susan Hinckley * tyi h ito(0 tab into rati, itti Mrtjfa i taiirftocp II llliiill Kill! H^teitaik^j 1$. ta t( ritta K rii fgfambltai0 lib Ijttt lib -WiWjpi iff Im ta ta b Is is IjstaiwteB tufa fait i I UM IM The majority of Maple Valley school district residents who responded to a recent mail survey support school improvements. Various ideas of the Long Range Planning Committee were compiled in the ques­ tionnaire, sent out to seek public opinion. Most respondents said they felt the recommendations were “on target’’ in categories that included cur­ riculum and learning; special education; adult education; extracurricular and recrea­ tional programs; building and site; transportation; food ser­ vices; financial resources; public relations; staff rela­ tions; board, administration and management; and policies and procedures. The recommendations were formulated over several mon­ ths ofmeetings by 12 subcom­ mittees of the Long Range Planning group, comprised of school personnel and com­ munity volunteers. Survey sheets were mailed to 3,000 households. Of that total, 145 responses were received. • The greatest area of agree­ ment (81 percent) came in the category of public relations, in which the committee had found “no plan in place.” Suggestions included holding board meetings of reasonable length with matters that “relate to people” being granted priority on the agenda. Other ideas called for local speaking engagements by the superintendent; regular school communication through the media; an open door policy in all school buildings; enhanced parent-student activities; encouragment of parental in­ volvement in PTO; better teamwork between the Nashville and Vermontville communities; and recognition of accomplishments of alumni. Suggestions to improve transportation drew support of 77 percent of survey respondents. Recommenda­ tions included educating students and parents about bus safety; developing a code of conduct for infractions, a per­ sonal injury form, and a guideline for training new drivers; adopting a policy to replace buses within 10 years; and adding two-way radios to all buses. (The latter proposal has already been adopted by the school board.) , Improvements to curriculum and learning, and policies and procedures each received 70 percent support from respondents. The least-favored commit­ tee recommendations had to do with financial resources (52 percent support) . Building and site improvements and special education ideas scored only a bit better — each tallied only 54 percent. Financial resources recom­ mendations would seek voter approval to levy enough millage to meet operational costs, as well as building and site needs ofthe district, using a bonding program to update buildings and sites. Committee recommenda­ tions covering building and site would increase custodialmainteance staff, build a new middle school, discontinue use of portable classrooms, investigate adding rooms at the elementaries, replace the bus garage, relocate athletic facilites to a complex at the high school, etc. Proposals in the special education category called for additional teacher training, more aides, a transition coor­ dinator, increased facilities, etc., for speical education students. In answer to specific ques­ tions, 91 percent of the respondents said they attend school activities; 71 percent favored maintainance of the school’s 10 percent fund equi­ ty balance; and 58 percent said a broader curriculum is needed. Forty-seven percent favored an increase in opera­ tional funding; 46 percent understood and supported the concept of outcomes-based education; 44 percent sup­ ported a bonding program; and 41 percent wanted more extra-curricular activities. Respondents had the option ofchosing positive or negative answers, or listing themselves as “undecided” in the survey. In response to the question, “What do you like most about the Maple Valley Schools?” the three top answers were: “The size, friendliness, sup­ port and attention to students;” “The staff works hard and is approachable;” and "Community support and spirit.” The question, “What do you believe needs most to be improved?” brought these two top answers: “Facilites need upgrading and are over­ crowded,” and "The cur­ riculum for both college and non-college bound (needs to be improved).” Dr. Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley superintendent, said he was pleased with the survey results. “The sampling was a good one even though we didn’t get as many as we would have liked.” Parks added that many good ideas were received. He noted that in addition to the recom­ mendations of the LongRange Planning Committee, the school board also “looks at indiviudal inputs as a basis for improvement.” He offered statistics show­ ing that a survey of3.000 with a return of 145. has a 90 per­ cent confidence rating, with a sampling error between 5 and 10 percent. Happy 88th Birthday On November 29,1991 Iva Reed Friends and former students can mail her a birthday wish at: Michigan Masonic Home 1200 Wright Ave. Alma, Ml 48801 Engagements ttu Wltaflta i fj *ajteflBlioptai JU® (*|ppi|b'iii «*»W Gardner - Olmstead Mettler - Book Mr. and Mrs. Duane Gard­ ner of Nashville, and Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Olmstead of Vermontville would like, to announce the engagement of their children, Andrea Lynn Gardner, to Gregory Allen Olmstead. Greg is a 1989 graduate of Maple Valley and works for Spartan Motors of Charlotte. Andrea is a 1991 graduate of Maple Valley and works at Good Time Pizza. No wedding date has bepn set. The Rev. Alan and Mrs. Mary Mettler of Nashville, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kimberly Mettler, to Jonathan Book, son of Dick and Donna Book of St. Joseph. Kimberly is a 1988 graduate of St. Joseph High School and is currently employed at Hastings Mutual Insurance Company. Jonathan is a 1990 graduate of St. Joseph High School and is currently a full-time student at Hope College, majoring in psychology. The couple will be married JoonsepMha.y 23, 1992, in St. umiiiniiaiuiaiuuiHin - Maple Valley Athletic Boosters S I I BINGO ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA 5 ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.J " Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 jj laaiaaamaiistiaaaaaaaaaiaian Eaton Federal Bank FDIC FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 INSURED EQUAL HOUSING OFFICE HOURS: LENDER Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past. Local deer hunting prospects not good 40 years ago by Susan Hinckley The 1951 deer hunting season opened 40 years ago this week with announcement that deer herds in Barry Coun­ ty were “very thin.’’ Other news of the day con­ cerned a disappointing gridiron loss on a wintery field and the launching of the community’s annual Christmas basket campaign. Details on these and other stories appeared in The Nashville News Nov. 15: Local hunters heading north In the army of deer hunters heading north this week is a sizeable contingent from Nashville. License sales locally were brisk last week and probably will at least equal the record of any previous year. A few local hunters left as early as Sunday, in order to open camps and get set for the opening day of the season, Thursday. Monday and Tues­ day saw still more heading north. For those who hunt here at home with shotguns, the pic­ ture appears none too bright. George Sumner, Barry Coun­ ty conservation officer, says the deer herds in the county are very thin and hunting pro­ spects are definitely not good. In 1949, about 80 deer were taken in Barry County. Last year’s kill was only 40 and Mr. Sumner prophesies it will be still lower this year. Bellevue beats Tigers, 14-0, for Tri-C title The Bellevue Bronchos cop- ped the Tri-C championship and the coveted Little Brown Jug Friday night by beating Nashville 14-0. A crowd of 900 turned out for the contest on Bellevue’s field, which had been cleared of snow after two day’s labor. Other league games, between Portland and Woodland, and Lake Odessa and Vermontville, were cancelled. The Bronchos made their touchdowns in the second and fourth periods and Duane Wilis, their ace kicker, added the extra point each time, to run his season record to 24 out of 28 attempts. The first touchdown was scored by McDermid on a line smash, and the second one by Car­ rigan, who returned a Nashville punt 60 yards to score. With a little more luck and perhaps a bit better blocking and tackling, Nashville could have won the game. Early in the game Wayne Cogswell ran 70 yards to score but the touchdown was nullified by a clipping penalty against the Tigers. Game statistics made Nashville the better ofthe two teams, for they made 11 first downs to Bellevue’s 7, and made 76 yards in rushing, to the Bronchos’ 45. For Bellevue it was the 17th straight game without a loss. One tie, with Portland, marred their 1951 record. The last Bronco defeat was at the hands ofNashville in the final game of the 1949 season. Lake Odessa, with five wins and one loss, ends in second place in the league. Nashville, with an equal number of wins but two losses, takes third position. If the Lake OdessaVermontville game had been played and ifLake-O had lost, which never seemed very like­ ly to anyone, then Nashville and Lake Odessa would have tied for second place. Christmas Club needs help to provide for needy families In one home in Nashville there is a discussion this week as to whether the family shall buy a television set for Christmas or trade in their year-old car for a new one. The discussion, when we happened into it the other night, was going around a well-loaded dinner table, in a warm, pleasant house. That’s the sort of homes we like to visualize as being typical of Our Town. However, within a long stone’s throw of that home is another house in which a widowed mother does not even have a decent stove on which to cook the food she is able to buy with very limited funds. Around another table sit three children who do not have overshoes, and who sleep under blankets that are scrupulously clean, but far too thin for comfort on cold nights. Too many ofus dismiss this matter of Christmas baskets with the blithe statement that we’re paying plenty for relief ■ At Nashville-W. K. Kellogg Rural Agricultural school in October 1951, there were 4,867 hot lunches served. Lunch prices then were 25 cents, including a half­ pint of milk (which separately sold for 3 cents). The Kellogg wing (seen at left in this circa-1960 photo) was added in 1936 to the 1902 Nashville school. The older portion was razed following consolidation with Vermontville to form the Maplle Valley district in 1963. and that certainly nobody in Nashville really is in want for at least the necessities of life. If you actually believe that, call Mrs. Fred Langham, who again this year is heading the local Christmas club. She can tell you of some pitiable cases, without mentioning names. Plans are going forward to provide a number of needy families with food and clothing that will make their Christmas closer to the sort of holiday most of us enjoy. But a lot more help is needed ifall the people on Mrs. Langham’s list are taken care of. Max Miller has offered the use of his display room on the north side of the Gamble Store, for the cause. Mrs. Langham plans to have a display there, including a Christmas tree and canned goods, gifts, etc., which are donated. Robert Fisher at the Gamble Store, will handle any such contriubtions that are brought in. He also will accept cash contributions or they may be made directly to Mrs. Langham or left at the Security National Bank. Mrs. Langham reports she also still needs volunteers to make girls' dresses and that used rubber footwear of various sizes is urgently need­ ed... And about that matter of a stove: Who has a useable gas range that isn’t being used? nlque shop9in NSashvillehIin Novedmber 9'“S' chi"° °"d Gregg, often considered .he“lo.£ of\ThvV.r’°G rOndda“?h,”r o Become the original village, platted by his son Robert in 1865. School bond proposals carry in other towns Special bonding proposals to finance new school con­ struction carried at both Bellevue and Vermontville. Last Friday, voters in the Vermontville Rural Agricultural school district approved a 20-year bonding proposition to finance a $168,000 seven-room elementary school building. On Tuesday,, voters at Bellevue had approved by a majority of nearly two to one, a $270,000 bond issue for a new elementary school. Many win prizes at cooking school The cooking school, con­ ducted by Mary Davis, Mrs. Arthur D. Stansell has Crosley home economist, in for many years been an the Methodist community authority on early American house Thursday afternoon and gglass, rare china, Victorian sponsored by Nicholas Apsilver and on antiques in plicance Co., drew an augeneral. Now she has decided dience of about 75. Complete meals and in­ to combine business with pleasure and commercialize a dividual dishes prepared by hobby, and has opened a retail Miss Davis were given away antique shop at her residence among the audience. Winners at 401 North State St. in included Mrs. C. O. Mason, Nashville. She announces that Mrs. Ernest Mead, Miss Don­ in addition to handling her na Smith, Mrs. James Rizor, own merchandise, she will Mrs. Claud Jones and Mrs. E. buy and sell antiques on C. Kraft. Mrs. Floyd Everts won the door prize, which consignment. Bom Ethel Parrish, Mrs. was an electric clock. Stansell is a native daughter of Talk of the town Nashville and a descendant — Coach Ralph Banfield, from early pioneers. After her who has been ill at his home marriage to Mr. Stansell, an the past two weeks, entered attorney, they lived in Detroit Leila Hospital in Battle Creek and at Boyne City for years. last Saturday. Following his death she — Jay E. Blakely, who has Mrs. A. D. Stansell opens antique shop 51 wis°cTnSS’° j”"’ ”hu °pened -oriLnX; A noftvee o"f n V ” returned to her home town, bought a home and has since been among the most active workers for civic improvement. Among the various projects she has promoted are park im­ provement and development of the Thomapple River as a beauty spot. An experienced landscape architect and state licensed, she has taken the lead in beautifying Central Park and has given ex­ travagantly of her time and labor in setting plants and bulbs. One of her fondest ambi­ tions is to see Thomapple River cleared and developed into a sanctuary area. Through her efforts, some progress already has been made. been a shoe repairman for 62 years, has opened a shoe shop in the former William Martin house at 227 South Main St., which he bought recently. Mr. Blakely is nearly 80 years old. He had operated a shoe repair shop in Battle Creek 15 years when he decided a few months ago that city rents were get­ ting too high, and that he would rather have a small town shop in his own home. He will operate under the name Ideal Shoe Repair. — Chairman Rev. Howard McDonald and the other members ofhis committee for the United Fund, met Monday afternoon, and agreed to give $600 to the Youth Council and the rest, which amounted to $528.24, to the Barry County United Fund. There is at the present time $61 in pledges outstanding, which will also be turned over to the countyy when paid. — The Teachers Club of Nashville High School held its first meeting of the year Wednesday. An election of officers was held. Those elected are President Mrs. L. D. McKercher, Vice Presi­ dent Miss Mildred Hall, Secretary-Treasurer John Kimble and Song Leader Ralph Banfield. Business for the year was discussed and plans made for a Christmas party Dec. 13. — Due to the condition of the roads, there was no meeting of the Woman's Literary Club Wednesday. The next regular meeting will be held in Putnam Library Nov. 21. An interesting pro­ gram has been prepared. Mrs. Carl Lentz is hostess, and Mrs. Michael Dooley is in charge of the music. — The ladies of the Maple Grove Birthday Club enter­ tained their husbands and families with a ham supper at the township hall in Maple Grove Saturday night. — The weatherman had no damper on the Nashville Garden Club attendance Tues­ day. In spite of the near bliz­ zard, 25 ladies gathered at the home of Mrs. Colin T. Munro. The meeting was call­ ed to order by the president, who read an article on “November. This, accompanied by the cold, snowy Continued on next page— �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1991 — Page 5 Continued from Page 4 weather outside, made us realize it was nearer Thanksgiving Day than we thought. Roll call was answered by ‘‘Things we are thankful for.” — Dick Bogart and Maurice Purchis saw the Notre Dame-Michigan State football game Saturday. — Dennis Yarger and son Douglas left Tuesday noon for a few days hunting near Kenton. — Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Sheppard have rented the Cuthbert home on the south side, and are moving this week from the Stansell apartment. — Dr. and Mrs. Stewart Lofdahl were in Detroit three days last week, and Dr. Lofdahl attended the Michigan Academy of General Practice. — Winners of the blood bank essay contest and their chaperones recently visited the blood bank at Michigan State Laboratories, where they were shown how it is taken care of and shipped to the different places where it is needed. Those making the trip were Mesdames Gale Keihl, H. B. McIntyre, Clarence Shaw and C. K. Brown. Students attending were Mar­ tha Maurer, Kay Mon­ tgomery, Jim Babcock, For- rest Parrott, Peggy Mater and Donna Root. — There were 4,867 hot lunches served at the Nashville-W. K. Kellogg Rural Agricultural school dur­ ing the month of October. The total cost of the lunches was $1,427.11, with $1,014.40 for food, $408.65 for labor and other expenses of $4.06. The total income for the hot lunch program (for October) was $1,369.50, with $981.66 from the children, $306.34 subsidy from the U. S. government, and $81.50 from other sources. (Cost of a hot lunch served with a half-pint of milk was 25 cents.) From Our Readers Schools appreciate community support! To the editor: Nov. 17 thrcugh Nov. 23 is American Education Week. This year’s theme is “Schools and Communities A Partnership for a Strong America.” 1 am writing this letter on behalf of the Maple Valley Education Association as well as all staff to say that I think 219 N. Main Street LUMBER YARO ism. sm.■■ 219 S. State St. ty who show up regularly at athletic contests, band con­ certs, honors nights and all other activities that are school sponsored, and help out in so many other ways. The contributions made by this community are invaluable and appreciated. Norma Jean Acker, Maple Valley Education Association Mace Pharmacy HDMETOWNJ Only one life — will soon be past we've got a good foundation in working order in the Maple Valley community. Our appreciation goes to the local businesses who buy ads in our school publications and programs, make donations, and give discounts to staff and students. We also appreciate the many people in the communi- NASHVILLE Only what’s donefor Christ will last. 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And so, for ways in which we're blessed, By which we find our faith restored, Our gratitude should be expressed; Let's give our thanks unto the Lord. — Gloria Nowak O Lord! that lends me life, lend me a heart replete with thankfulness! — William Shakespeare Jack & Judys OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6 A.M. to 8 P.M. Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE PH. 852-1551 HECKER Agency 225 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN Telephone: 852-9680 Furlong Heatins SALES & SERVICE 9975 Thornapple Lake Road FURNACE SALES & REPAIR Refrigerator, Freezer and Air Conditioner Repair Also ... — 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE — Earl Furlong 852-9728 $ i*ll riii Church Schedules 1 Utt ift Uni, •%tty ft! ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............. 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL ft’’/ FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY ft tt Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road ft ftft, ft ft fftt r & ft >5 / J PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . .10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville ft ft ft Sunday School ...... 10 a m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. VERMONTVILLE UNITED Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship....... 11a.m. P.M. Worship........ ..6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship.............. 11:00 a.m. Video Tape Available After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School .... 11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Sun. 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 Assistant... Don Roscoe Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL 301 Fuller 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. Church Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School... 10:15 a.m. Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 ia.m. P.M. Worship.............7 ।p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... 7 Ip.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV, BOB KERSTEN REV. ALAN METTLER Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE FATHER FRANCISCO CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School .... 11a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vz mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service ........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service .......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER INDEPENDENT CHURCH of CHRIST Meeting behind River Bend Travel Agency, State St. MINISTER: JIM SANDUSKY Phone 945-2026 P.O. Box 558, Hastings, Ml 49058 Sunday Services: 9: 30 a.m.. ..Bible School 10: 30 a.m Morn. Worship 6: 30 p.m....Evening Worship Bible Study: 7: 00 p.m. .Thursday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1991 — Page 6 'Scrooge' , continuedfrom front Jones Dwyer. “This (bid) is below market and if we have an opportunity to get market price in three or four years, we’d be foolish to lock ourselves in.” Dwyer last month reported that in a similar setup, Barry County is receiving $32 per .acre on a three-year lease of land at their sewer ponds. The Hickey-Cowell bid also stipulated that the two would have the option of breaking the lease if the alfalfa “does not stand up to the conditions of the watering.” The land cannot be used to raise crops for human con­ sumption because it is part of the aeration process of the municipal sewer system. At the suggestion ofDwyer, the council went into closed session after the regular meeting to consider terms of the proposed lease. However, no agreement was reached and further negotiations with the' bidder will be sought. In the matter of the tree in Putnam Park, a tie vote scuttl­ ed a proposal by the Nashville Lions Club to remove a large maple that is believed to pre­ sent a hazard to children sled­ ding down Standpipe Hill in the winter. The tree removal was part ofa Lions project for improvements to the park, in­ cluding repair of playground equipment and handrails. “I hate to take out a good tree, one that’s been there 75 or 100 years,” said Dwyer. President Pro Tern Ted Spoelstra suggested that it would be OK as long as the Lions promised to plant a new tree somewhere else to replace the one that was lost. A motion by Trustee Richard Chaffee Jr. to cut down the tree was defeated by a deadlocked 2-2 vote. Chaf­ fee and Spoelstra voted “yes” and Dwyer and Hinckley voted “no.” Trustees Forrest Burd, Chip Smith and Sue VanDerske were absent from the meeting. Another matter involving the community came before the board when Hinckley reported that. United Methodist Church represen­ tatives had approached local officials to ask that the village share halfthe cost ofreplacing approximately 150 feet of the Washington Street sidewalk fronting the church property. The congregation proposed to hire their own contractor for the job, but wanted the village to pay half of a $2.45 square­ foot rate based on recent sidewalk replacement costs on Sherman Street, and on the MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate village’s normal 50-50 cost­ sharing policy. “It would cost the village about $700,” said Hinckley. “Two spots in the sidewalk are completely gone — just disappeared.”’ He said it appears the destruction was caused by heavy equipment (house movers, concrete trucks, etc.) driven across the sidewalk by private contractors involved in the recent expansion pro­ ject, in which the old par­ sonage was hauled out to make room for a new church addition. “That sidewalk was really in pretty good shape until they started moving those monstrous trucks across it,” noted Hinckley. “If their activity caused it, they should be responsible for the whole thing,” said Dwyer. Chaffee agreed: “They ought to repair what they destroyed.” Hinckley pointed out that the village’s sidewalk replace­ ment fund is depleted, now that the scheduled 1991 im­ provements on Sherman Street are done, and there will be no more allocations to the fund until next year. Dwyer suggested that the council could take another look at the church proposal when the new budget is drawn up in the spring, and the mat­ ter was tabled until then. On another matter, the council heard a complaint from Carroll Wolffthat a tube in a drainage ditch fronting his home on Center Court in the Fuller Heights subdivision is rising, causing his driveway to heave and rainwater to stand in the ditch. Wolff said that the present tube was installed by the village a few years ago to replace a larger tube that also proved unsatisfactory. “Why is it the village’s MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, (Graduate Realtors Institute) GRI REALTOR' ' JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR DOC OVERHOLT............. DON STEINBRECHER...... • Multiple Listing GARRY KNOLL............... Service (MLS) JERI BAKER..................... • Home Warranty Available TIM BURD EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS ....... Eves. 726-0223 .............948-8693 .............852-1784 ..... Eves. 852-0786 ............ 726-1171 .............852-2012 responsibility to put in the tube?” asked Chaffee. “The county doesn’t (install drainage tubes).” In a phone call made during the meeting, Hinckley con­ firmed that two of the newer homes in the sub-division had paid for their own under-drive drainage tubes. Fuller Heights is not served by the municipal storm sewer system found in the older parts of the village. “It would be interesting to see the record,” observed Dwyer. “If (installation) was assessed to your property tax and the village did it and did it wrong, it seems to me they would have some responsibility.” Chaffee suggested that the matter should be checked into further “before we take any action.” Hinckley volunteered to search village records in an at­ tempt to determine whether the village or the property owner footed the costs of the original project. In other business Thursday, the.council: — Approved a bid by Ayles Tree Service of Lansing to trim and remove village trees at the cost of $45 per hour, furnishing two men and a tower. The local' DPW crew will handle cleanup with the village-owned chipper and truck. Council also agreed to pay Ayles $35 each for grin­ ding out stumps where necessary. Ayles’ was the lower oftwo bids received, on the annual tree-trimming project. — Gave Hank Felder Jr. approval for the Fork River Free Trappers Association to repair the roofofa pavilion on the old village-owned River­ side athletic field, where the group camps each year; and approved Aug. 15-16 as the date for their 1992 Muzzleloaders' Rendezvous. — Approved quarterly payments of $3,500 and $1,500, respectively, to the Nashville fire and ambulance departments. — Discussed appointment of a village representative to the board of Barry County’s new Enhanced-911 emergen­ cy system. Hinckley, said that in a recent meeting with other county officials, he was asked to recommend a candidate, and he said he preferred it be someone from the local fire or ambulance department. — Canceled the next regularly scheduled council meeting which falls on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28. Sixth graders wish Happy Thanksgiving Sixth graders in Sandra Briggs class at Kellogg School wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving with this colorful turkey. Hands and feet in neon colors were attached to the bird. Each listed a student's name and what he or she is most thankful for. Mom, Dad, food, house, school. Sparky and "my animals" were among the many entries. Admiring the poster are some who helped make it (from left) Jason Joppie, Andy Heyboer, Nicole Wilson and Samantha Butcher. 10th Annual NOW $42,900! ON 7 ACRES - Owners anxious! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1987 Redman Manu­ factured Home. Outbuildings & fruit trees. Nice "country setting." Land contract terms. Near MV High School. Land contract terms possible. (CH-377) NEW LISTING ■ LAKE ODESSA - 3 NASHVILLE • 5 ACRES! Good 3 bedroom bungalow, kitchen, dining room & living roorr^ & 1 car garage on city lot in Lake Odessa. Lakewood Schools. Price $24,900! Call Don. 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Charlotte, Michigan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1991 — Page 7 Obituaries Rolland Lee Baker CHARLOTTE Rolland Lee Baker, 80 of Charlotte passed away Sunday, Novem­ ber 10, 1991 after a long Margaret E. Bateman illness. Mr. Baker was born in NASHVILLE - Margaret E. bridge club and reading. Vermontville Township on Bateman, 83 of Queen Street, She was married to Arthur Nashville, passed away Bateman on November 21, October 1, 1911, the son of November 13, 1991 at 1940 in Nashville and last year Allie F. and Fem B. (Snoke) Baker. Pennock Hospital, Hastings. they had a private celebration He was a lifelong resident of Mrs. Bateman was bom on for their 50th anniversary August 12, 1908 in Nashville, because of Arthur’s poor Eaton County and had been a farmer and Oil Deliveryman the daughter of Von and Edna health. for Community Oil before his (Johnson) Furniss. She Mrs. Bateman is survived by graduated from Nashville High her husband, Arthur; daughter, retirement. He was a member School in 1926. She attended Gail Tinsey of Farmington of the Eaton County Farm Bureau. Kalamazoo Normal School Hills; son, Tom Bateman of Mr. Baker is survived by his (presently Western Michigan Nashville; two grandchildren, wife, Mildred; a daughter, University) and Detroit Teach­ Bradley and Suzanne. ers College (now Wayne State She was preceded in death Phyllis (Duane) Jarvis ofChar­ University) taught in the by sister, Pauline Furniss, lotte; seven grandchildren; one great grandson; two sisters, Detroit Public schools for 38 1965. years. Funeral services were held Beatrice Wheaton and June She was a member of the Saturday, November 16 at (Harold) Satterly, both of Nashville United Methodist Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Charlotte. Church, Wayne State Alumni Funeral Home with Reverend Association, Nashville Kenneth R. Vaught officiating. Womens Literary Club, Nash­ Burial was in Lakeview ville Lady Lions, Hastings Cemetery, Nashville. Country Club, Retired Teach­ Memorial contributions ers Association, Thursday may be made to Nashville Bridge Club, Pennock Hospi­ United Methodist or Maple tal Guild 22. She enjoyed Valley Scholarship Fund. Edna Elizabeth Simmons He was preceded in death by one brother, Leonard and a son Roger in March of 1990. Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 13 at the Pray Funeral Home with Reverend Arthur Salisbury officiating. Burial was in Gresham Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hayes Green Beach Hospital. Dollie Dorman LOWELL-Dollie Dorman, 80, of Lowell passed away Thursday November 14, 1991 at the Lowell Medical Facility. Graveside Services were held Saturday November 16 at Lakeside Cemetery, Lake Odessa. Arrangements by Koops Funeral Chapel- Lake Odessa. MULLIKEN r Edna Elizabeth Simmons, 76 of Mulliken passed away Wednesday, November 6, 1991 at her residence. Mrs. Simmons was bom July 31,1915 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of William N. Sr. and Anna C. (Borgwaldt) Beckett. She was married to Willard Simmons Sr. on February 20, 1937. The couple moved to the Sunfield area in 1944. Mrs. Simmons is survived by eight children, Verna Brown of Hastings, Ronald and Hazel Simmons of Mulliken, Marilyn Pfeifer of Sunfield, Bill and Chris Simmons of Saranac, Wayne and ’Josie Simmons ofCalifornia, Kenyon Simmons of Suiifield, Lucy and Jeff Miller of Hastings, Cheryll and Martin Groom ofMulliken; 28 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; three sisters, Ethel Cox of Grand Rapids, Margaret Nowicki of Lowell and Alice Meyers of Las Vegas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard in 1987; four grandchildren; one great granchild; three brothers, William, Walter and Fred. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 9 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel in Sunfield. Burial was in Balcom Cemetery in Ionia. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Mrs. Simmons. More Obits, on page 9 Harlan Herman Leifheit LAKE ODESSA - Harlan Herman Leifheit, 89 of Lake Odessa passed away Thursday, November 7, 1991 at E.W. Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Mr. Leifheit was born December 23,1901 in Kendall County, Illinois, the son of Herman William and Willhelminnie (Borneman) Leifheit. Mr. Leifheit’s parents were bom in Germany. He was a very active leader for many years in the 4-H programs. He was also a member of and held various offices at the Sebewa Center United Methodist Church in Sebewa Township. On June 5, 1943 he was married to Ruth Leifheit in LaValley Church in Ionia County. Mr. Leifheit is survived by his wife, Ruth Leifheit ofLake Odessa; one son James (Jane) Shull of Lansing; daughter-in- law, Linda Hoffman of Battle Creek; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; three brothers, Elmer Leifheit of Ionia, Ervin Leifheit of Grand Ledge and Tim Leifheit of Tulsa, Oklahoma; one sister, Bernise Hake of Lansing; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers; one sister and one son, Keith Hoffman. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 9 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel in Sunfield with Reverend Gordon Spalenka of Sebewa Center United Methodist Church officiating. Burial was in Tuttle Cemetery in Ionia. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sebewa Center United Methodist Church in memory of Mr. Leifheit. Ellis Ray Lovell ___ HOUGHTON LAKE - Ellis Ray Lovell, 76 of Houghton Lake, a former Vermontville resident passed away Tuesday, November 12, 1991 in West Branch. Mr. Lovell was bom in Vermontville, the son of Arby and Minnie (Campbell) Lovell. He graduated frorA the Lake Odessa High School and the General Motors Technolo­ gy Institute. He was an engineer with Ford Motors in Livonia, retir­ ing 21 years ago. He was a World War II Veteran serving . with the United States Army. Mr. Lovell is survived by his wife, Evelyn; two daughters, Judy (Larry) Swartz of Houghton Lake and Jeanne (Richard) Pray of Ann Arbor; three grandchildren; six great grandchildren; one brother, Gordon Lovell of Lake Station; one sister, Ruth Wright of Potterville. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 14 at the Pray Funeral Home with Reverend Milton W. Watson officiating. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. not included) D I S CO U N T I r l W W I l ■ Russell '*Tut Endsley NASHVILLE - Russell dren: Max Endsley, Sue Rinta“Tut” Endsley, 84 of Guy maki, Jack Endsley, Iris Road, Nashville, passed away Hebenstreet, Eric Endsley, Wednesday, November 13, Penny Crim; 17 great­ 1991 at Pennock Hospital, grandchildren; one great­ granddaughter; sisters, Hastings. Mr. Endsley was born on Elizabeth Hainline, Betty September 2,1907 in Hastings, Christie, Wanda Paige, all of the son of Fred and Jennie Hastings; Mildred Adranson (Mead) Endsley. He attended and Margie Prentiss both of Mayo Country School. He Florida; brothers, Earl and farmed in Maple Grove Town­ Lyle Endsley, both of Hastship until 1968, then he built ings; sisters-in-law, Marian pole buildings until retirement Link of Vermontville, Ilah Martz of Hastings. in 1971. Funeral services were held Mr. Endsley was an avid hunter, especially racoon hunt- Saturday, November 16 at ing. He enjoyed horses, and his Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. coon dogs. He was married to Marjorie Burial was in Wilcox Cemet­ Dingman on July 3, 1928 in ery, Maple Grove Township. Memorial contributions Battle Creek. Mr. Endsley is survived by may be made to Alzheimer son and daughter-in-law, Rex Foundation. and Ivas of Olivet; grandchil- yfuto-Ownen Insurance - 7Im£No PrM/rnfyofrfe,- Hecker Apnrv ^dBnCF'Hrisr-nc 225 North Main Nashville, Michigan 203 S. Michigan P.O. Box 338 Hastings, Ml 49058 852-9680 945-3412 INSURANCES YOUR LIFE, HOME, BUSINESS & CAR �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1991 — Page 8 Community Education offers wide range of classes at Maple Valley by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Community education in Michigan is being spotlighted today (Tuesday) with an executive declaration signed by Gov. John Engler, designating Nov. 19 as Com­ munity Education Day. The National Community Education Association has designated “Literacy:: A Community Affair” as the theme for this celebration, held in conjunction with American Education Week, Nov. 17-23. The Community Education program at Maple Valley encompasses not only adult education classes, in which about 50 are currently enroll­ ed, but also features a multitude of enrichment classes and extra-curricular activities geared for all ages of community residents. Kay Hartzler, local Com­ munity Education director, says that in addition to high school completion classes re­ quired to earn a diploma, the adult education progam offers vocational classes such as welding and machine shop, word processing, accounting and typing. Other vocational classes are available through the Eaton Intermediate School District at locations in Charlotte and Lansing. Most ofthe local classes are conducted during evening hours at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, but daytime high school completion courses also are available at the Learning Center in downtown Nashville. There, in quarters leased from the village, the local Community Education program offers classes in basic skills such as math, reading, writing and Floor hockey for fourth through sixth graders is a very popular activity, sponsored by Maple Valley Community Education. Response has exceeded capacity for the workshop and league program conducted by teacher David Hustwick, The welding and machine shop class held evenings at Maple Valley high school attracts attentive students. Getting some tips on metal lathe operation from ■teacher Bill Kipp (right) are (from left) Jason Ackett, Don Smith and Merton Gould. 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In the local program this year, classes have included com­ puter training for all ages; hunter safety; wills and trusts; and investment and tax sav­ ings programs (all held at MVHS); exercise; baton twirling; jazz dance; and gymnatics (all at Fuller Street School in Nashville); and karate (at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville). “The jazz dance class is something new,” noted Hartzler. “We’re going to keep it going in hopes it will grow.” She said there also is a big demand for the hunter safety class, which has proved to be a “very popular” offering of Community Education. Other activities sponsored by Maple Valley Community Education include a floor hockey workshop and league, which has become a favorite program of fourth- through sixth-graders at Kellogg School. Also at that Nashville elementary, open basketball has been offered. The “Over 50” potluck and program for local senior citizens is a monthly Com­ munity Education activity staged at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High. Also held there is the annual Senior-Youth forum. At that event, senior citizens and senior high students get together for a day-long ses­ sion each spring to share ex­ periences, ideas, memories and goals. The Ionia-Maple Valley Community Band has proved to be a popular activity, en­ joyed by residents of the local community as well those liv­ ing in the Ionia Community Education district. The participants rehearse four nights a month, twice at Maple Valley schools and twice at Ionia, under direction of former Nashville school band director, Charles Brill of Ionia. “When they combined with Ionia it just gave them more opportunity to play,” noted Hartlzer. She said the band appears in parades, entertains at nursing homes, etc. “People just love that; it’s a fun thing to see.” For more information about Community Education pro­ grams, call Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School at 852-9275 and ask for the Community Education office. Computer science studies continue to be a favorite .choice in Community Education. Now a requirement for a high school diploma, the course may also be taken as an enrichment class. Here teacher Pauline Hunt oversees the work of student Dollie Gilbert. Christmas in the Village CRAFT SHOW 18430.. MIO. 8465. 8413. 8412 100s ..... <£17.99 (less $2.00 Mfg. refund offer) Ultra-Fine 29 Gauge Insulin Syringe Ire. l/2re 3/IOre 100 s ..$18.99 (less $2.00 Mfg. refund offer) Nrnhnl Swabs 100‘s ..SI.44 Blood Glucose Test System Ftale ............................... S99.99 -50.00 -■ Nashville United Methodist Church .-25.00 Saturday, November 23,1991 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 pirn. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 219 Main Street, Nashville, Michigan 852-0845 Candy • Quilts • Dolls • Stuffed Animals • Angels Christmas Tree Ornaments Wood Items S.E.R.R.V. Items Sweatshirts �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1991 — Page 9 Kellogg Elementary fifth-graders test their engineering skills Laurie Kipp's fifth-graders at Kellogg school recently tested their math and science skills by engineering fragile pasta towers. The only materials allowed in the project were macaroni, spaghetti, marshmallows and masking tape. When completed, a tower had to prove strong enough to support a ping-pong ball. “The project increased their problem-solving abili­ ty,” noted Kipp. She said the students worked in cooperative groups of three. Each tower had to meet specifications of height, cost, durability, neatness and compliance to pre-drawn plans. None of the groups brought their structures in under cost, observed Kipp. Dollar figures had been assigned to each in­ dividual piece of spaghetti, etc. The team of Brandon Phenix, Dan Swift and Chris Dunham turned in the top en- Obituaries Paul R. Sargeant BELDING-Mr. Paul R. Sargeant, 83, of Belding passed away Thursday, November 14, 1991 in Nassau Bay, Texas. He was born June 23, 1908 in Portland, the son of Hamlin and Mary (Fuller) Sargeant He was married to Velma Kart November 26, 1938. He was employed as a trac­ tor mechanic at Lass Motors in Lake Odessa and retired from the Gibson Corporation in 1972. Mr. Sergeant is survived by his wife Velma; three daught­ ers Sandra Augst of Decater; Carol Sargeant of Stanton and Pamela Sargeant Laurence of Austin, Texas; eight grandchil­ dren; twelve great grandchil­ dren; one sister Iva Miller of Grand Rapids. Funeral services were held Monday November 18, 1:00 P.M. at the Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa. Burial was in Clear Lake Cemetery, Fenwick. Lawrence B. Gerlinger LAKE ODESSA-Mr. Lawrence B. Gerlinger, 83, of Lake Odessa passed away Thursday, November 14,1991 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. He was born February 26, 1908 in Lake Odessa the son of Phillip and Fredrica (Mutchler) Gerlinger. He attended Eckardt school. He lived and farmed in the Lake Odessa area all his life. Mr Gerlinger is survived by cousins. try by coming closest to meeting criteria. Taking second place was a team comprised ofDorothy Fredo, Kim Betts, and Andrea Phillips. For their efforts, the firstplace winners each received candy bars; the runners-up, packs of gum. Taking top prize for this spaghetti tower engineered to specifica­ tions was a three-man team from Laurie Kipp's fifth-grade class at Kellogg School (from left) Brandon Phenix, Dan Swift and Chris Dunham. serviStar^^ Kill RM One brother Albert preceded him in death in 1969. Funeral services were held Saturday 1:00 P.M. November 16 at Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa. Reverend Alan Sellman officiating. Burial was in Lakeside Cemetery. Pallbearers: Jeff Henney, Brian Henney, Martin Henney, Dan Armbruster, Abraham Brodbeck, Jacob Brodbeck, Phillip Brodbeck. 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NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS AGE PHONE WHEELER MARINE SERVICE 728 Durkee (M-66), Nashville Phone 852-9609 AGE PHONE COUNTRY KETTLE CAFE 113 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-1551 �^#4 l-M �The Maple Valley New*, Na»hville, Tuetday, November 19, 1991 — Page 12 Tony Hansen is winner of local essay contest Tony Hansen, a junior at Maple Valley High School, recently won the $25 first prize in an essay contest for American Education Week, Nov. 17-23. The Maple Valley Educa­ tion Association sponsored the contest, which had the theme of “Schools and Com­ munities: A Partnership for a Strong America.’* The following is Hansen’s winning essay: VALLEY PRIDE by: Tony Hansen Anyone who has lived in the Maple Valley school district for very long, knows that Maple Valley Athletics are among the finest in the state. The community has had much to do with the success of our teams on their chosen fields. However, there is also another major role for the community. Education. The Maple Valley com­ munity is one of the most academically involved around. There are large crowds at band concerts, festivals, science fairs, and other educational activities. Many members of the com­ munity are involved with working bingo, concession stands, or work for a various number of school fundraisers at festival time. The community of Maple Valley is a very proud one. They never stop striving for the best. The support shown by the members of the community reflects directly on our shcools. Superintendent’s Corner Thanksgiving for our community and school BY Dr. Ozzie D. Parks Tony Hansen As good as the community involvement is, it needs to get better, and keep getting better. For the education in America to remain strong, communities like ours must support their schools with pride. Valley Pride. Local teacher honored at WMU 'Favorite' Day Student teachers training at Maple Valley Laura Carter (left) and Mary Trudeau are among five student teachers now training in the Maple Valley school system. Carter, from Marshall, a Russian major and Spanish minor at Michigan State University, is teaching Spanish I and II at MVHS. Trudeau, of Mason, an English major and psychology minor at Olivet Col­ lege, is teaching classes in Composition and American Literature at the high school through December. Carter will complete her assignment here this month. For life’s little disappointments Send I he I-TIX’ Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School teacher Julie Swartz was among the 22 high school teachers who were honored at the second annual “Favorite Teacher Day” at Western Michigan University on Nov. 5. WMU’s freshman honors program students were asked to nominate their favorite high school teachers and invite them to spend a day at WMU. Twenty-two ofthe 39 teachers nominated attended the day of School Lunch Menus Fuller St. School Wednesday, Nov. 20 Wednesday, Nov. 20 *Salad, *Chili/crackers, pickles, apples, peanut butter sandwich. Barbeques, green beans, pineapple, cookie. Thursday, Nov. 21 Pizza, baked beans, peach. PUCK-MI-WP Friday, Nov. 22 Bouquet Pancakes/syrup, sausage links, fresh fruit, juice. Just call or visit us today. See our ... FIBERGLASS FURNITURE DAILY DELIVERY ...to Nashville & Middleville Areas Free Delivery on 15 Orders & Up appreciation. Mrs. Swartz was nominated by Jennifer Swartz of Vermontville. The day started with an in­ troduction to the Lee Honors College program and discus­ sion of courses and “learning communities.” Teachers and students then joined for lunch and award presentations, followed by a tour ofthe cam­ pus that included the new Waldo Library, computing center and Haworth College of Business building. Monday, Nov. 25 Tuna/noodles, peas, cheese stix, pear, butter sandwich. green Monday, Nov. 25 •Salad, *Chicken Patty/bun, *Com dog, peas, apple. A special thanks to our coordinator, Harry Rollins. / Christmas Open House Friday, Nov. 22 *Salad, *Pizza, beans, fruit juice. Tuesday, Nov. 26 The Nashville Ambulance Service would like to thank you for supporting our Halloween Benefit Dance. Nashvi.lle VFW., Maple Valley Implement Nashville Locker Kent Oil Company Nashville Feed & Seed Bobbie's Nails Styles R Us •» •g™ Kenny A's Pawn Shop Mape's Family Florist nl9ci * r Toni's Style Shop Maple Leaf Florist Power Service Nashville Hardware Cappons Mace Pharmacy Musser's C-Store Kathy's Crafts C's Place Good Time Pizza Two-J's Clay's Dinner Bell Eaton Federal Nashville Auto Hastings City Bank Maple Valley Standard Alice Hulsebos Maple Valley Car Wash Louie Sherman Helmut's Kaffeehaus Carmen Shriver Diane's Place Jean Withey Country Video Margaret Reid Carl’s Super Market D.J.'s For Hire Country Kettle Kyle and Kenny Christopher South End TL iindao’s Country Woodworks Thursday, Nov. 21 •Salad, *Fish/bun, *Hot dog/bun, mashed potatoes, peaches, roll and butter, salad bar. Hotdog/bun, french fries, peach. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Salads sold daily. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Since November is the month which contains an important holiday. Thanksgiving, and the week of November 17-23 is American Education Week, I believe that it is appropriate to share some thoughts on being thankful for our community and school. This years' theme for American Education Week is “Schools and community - a partnership for a strong America.” The theme reminds us that we need to work together for the common good and that our community and its schools are key components in our nation. I was pleased to be reminded by a community member who completed and returned a survey recently that, although our long-range planning study focused on areas which needed im­ provement, we should not overlook or forget to be thankful for our many community and school “good points”. Among the many assets and strengths of our community and school shared by community members were the following: “We have good community support and spirit”. The staff works hard and is approachable”; and “I like the size, friendliness, support and attention to students in our schools”. These assets and strengths have made it possible for our community and school to operate as a partnership over the years. The results of this partnership include the desire by our community to support our school and its students in many ways. As a result ofthis support, our students have been successful in their endeavors during their K-12 years and into adult life. Many of our adults have shared in this success by attending school activities, volunteering to help out and serve as boosters, and working with and encouraging our young people in many ways. We have much to be thankful for at this season, including the partnership we share. Ifyou agree, please pass along a word or note of thanks to those who make it possible. Good partner­ ships thrive on such communications. I would like to pass my thanks and appreciation at this time to all the fine students, staff and community members who have welcomed me and my family and have been good partners over the past year. Thanks partners!! % • Hancrafted Items • Ceramics Sweatshirts • Ornaments November 18th-December 15th Monday-Friday • 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. % M-79 Linda Friddle 11309 KALAMO HWY. NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN Tuesday, Nov. 26 •Salad, ’Sliced Turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy/dressing, green beans, cranberry sauce, bread and butter. No salad bar. NOTE: ’Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. 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Z J MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES 11/26/91 | | 127 S. Main St., Naahvllle Ph. 852-2070 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19. 1991 — Page 13 Local dollmaker's work featured in Battle Creek show this weekend by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Original folk dolls created by a Nashville woman have been selected for showing at a special holiday exhibit at McCamly Place in downtown Battle Creek. Teri Moody of Scott Road recently was invited to exhibit her work at the juried Holly Mart show sponsored by the Art Center of Battle Creek. The Nov. 23-Dec. 24 event features original artwork and crafts by Michigan artists. “I am thrilled,” said Moody, whose primitve dolls, called “Moody Folk,” are hand-sculpted from clay. Her unique style also is evi­ dent in each doll’s hand- Teri Moody's primitive dolls (seated) have been selected for showing in a special Battle Creek show spotlighting MNiachsihgavnillaer,tisMts.icMhiogoadyn's one-of-a-kitnvd pt4i ece(Ns ealxstotoincCluladye ’st raDdintinoe nral BdeolllsR (estsatnaduirnagn)t.)All are VinHdAivNidDualPityAINhaTnEdD-scCuHlpRteIS d TwMitAhS oOveRnN-fAirMedENclTayS; no RtwAoN aGreELaSlik•e. REEaIcNh DisEEnaRm •edN, AsiTgInVeIdTYanSdCdEaNteEdS. ff Jw HCEuRm ASMLEICbIGIHlNSeDI aAnBNdS M e•U gSCAHiN nMTAOn RCiELn AUgS s CRAFT SHOW Friday, November 29th from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, November 30th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP HALL painted face, in wigs she in­ dividually styles from mohair, and period clothing she has designed and sewn. Seated in small chairs, many of the dolls are ac­ cessorized with miniature props such as books, washboards, etc. Each in­ dividual character has been named, signed and dated by Moody. The former Teri Cady, who grew up in Vermontville and graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1976, Moody has been making dolls for two years. “The more I do it, the longer it takes,” she noted. She attributes this to added attention to detail. For exam­ ple, her earliest dolls had cloth-booted feet; now she sculpts individual clay shoes for each doll. In addition to the primitive dolls that characterize senior citizens, Amish ladies, blacks, etc., Moody also creates larger traditional dolls from a special flesh-colored clay that has “almost a procelain appearance.” These dolls have glass eyes instead of the painted eyes featured in the folk dolls, but all have Moody’s touch in unique hair styles, clothing designs, ac­ cessories, etc. Fades, hands and shoes are sculptured freestyle by Moody. She uses no pattern, only her imagination. As the face of each creation evolves, the artist says it begins to take on its own personality. “The heads are the fun part,” noted Moody. “The hands and shoes are the most difficult.” For Sale Automotive ’76 CUTLASS SUPREME BROUGHAM, Strong V-8 350 Rocket. Good Transmission and interior, $400 or best. 517-726-0284. National Ads CANNERY WORKERS/ ALASKA: Hiring $600+ week­ ly. Over 8000 openings. Male/ female. Free transportation. Room and board. Call E.I.C. Now! 1-206-736-7000 Ext. 5803B2.__________________ UTILITY COMPANY JOBS $7.80-$15.75/hour, this area. Men and women needed, no experience necessary, for infor­ mation call, 1-219-736-9807 ext U4317, 9am-9pm, 7 days. Eric Moody's specialty is handcarved wooden ducks and birds that have been exhibited at various juried wild life art shows. He also makes tiny doll chairs and other wooden accessories for his wife’s creations. Although Moody was not particularly fascinated by dolls in earlier years, she has been interested in art for a long time. “I always liked art in high school and always wanted to go to art school.” Instead, she went into nurs­ ing and is now an obstetrics nurse at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She and her hus­ band, Eric, who works for a Hastings contractor, have three sons, ages 3, 5 and 11. Eric, a Dowling native, is an artist in his own right. He is a woodcarver specializing in ducks and birds for the past nine years. His work is sold at wildlife art shows, and is now available at a wildlife art gallery at Mt. Pleasant. Eric has been invited to ex­ hibit his work at a juried show March 7-8 at Dahlem Center inJackson. ks TRENCHING for wires or water lines, residential or commercial, low rate, phone 1-517-852-2278. LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thru Friday. Satellite Service. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002._______ YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. Working together, the cou­ ple has named their enterprise “Crudely Quaint Creations.” Eric also uses his wood­ working talent to turn out the miniature props his wife uses to accessorize her dolls. Teri’s dolls currently are available at retail stores on the east side of the state and she has sold them at shows in Michigan, Indiana and Il­ linois. She hopes to be invited to participateJn a well-known juried folk art festival in eastern Ohio next year. Her primitive dolls range in price from $135 to $240, and because of their uniqueness, the best market for them has been doll shows, said Moody. “It is hard for collectors to find one-of-a-kind things.” She noted that there usually Come and Join Us As We Tour the Holy Lands 11 day tour to the Bible lands and Amsterdam. Departure March 23, 1992. Cost $1,619 per person. This includes all airfare, food, lodging, taxes & tips. Just bring your suitcase, passport and spending money. CALL: Nashville Baptist Church 8*55172-9808 ...for a brochure and additional information For Sale Countree- Christmas • OPEN HOUSE • at our NEW LOCATION Miscellaneous CHOCOLATE, CHOCO­ LATE! FILLINGS, FILL­ INGS! MOLDS, MOLDS!! FRIENDLY, FRIENDLY! CANDYLAND-963-1010. CRAFTS FOR SALE Jo’s Country Craft Shop. Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10-8. 452 1st Street, Sunfield. Christmas Creations, Garlands, Door Swags, Fragrant Wreaths, Baby's Breath, Bundles of Herbs, Eucalyptus, Etc. 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She said her black male dolls are very popular with buyers, especially blacks who tell her that her character por­ trayal of them is not demean­ ing to their race. Although all her previous creations have sprung from her imagination, Moody, who also does commissioned work, is now sculpting her first “likeness” doll attempting to capture with ovenfired clay and acrylic paints the face of a real-life person. 144 SOUTH MhlTI STtCCT ueBMoriTMiite. Mialicurt 49096 hashmiuc ‘EXCELLENT NEW LISTING! ‘Lovely 4-5 bedroom home with playroom, located on approx, one acre *1 */i baths, some new carpeting, shop in basement *2 car garage, above ground pool ‘Priced to sell at $59,500. (CH-115) L-102. & L-99. We have just listed two building parcels in the Mulliken/Sunfield area. Both have been perked. Call for details. (517)852-1717 ‘Large two-story home on corner lot *3-4 bedrooms, 1 ’/< baths ‘Priced ot only $34,500! (N-83) ‘One story, 2 bedroom, 2 bath doublewide located on 4 lots ‘Two lots are tree covered ‘Immediate possession (N-82) — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge *Andrew 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Oan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, November 19, 1991 — Page 14 Home for the Holidays The Great Christmas Tree of Love NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS PHONE AGE PHONE AGE Nashville Feed & Seed 301 S. Main, Nashville Nashville Bank 8529393 948-1830 Bells are tolling ...for Christmas day. Toys...toys...toys... one for every girl and boy. NAME NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS AGE PHONE AGE ADDRESS PHONE Toni’s Style Shop Styles-R-Us 111 N. Main, Nashville 224 Main, Nashville 852-9192 The flowers of Christmas. 852-1757 AGE PHONE Mapes Family Florist . 107 N. Main, Nashville ___________ 852-2050 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. November 19, 1991 — Page 15 >A snowman smiles thru the sleet & ice, he thinks the weather is kind of nice! Santa knows that Christmas is here, It’s his favorite time of the year. Bells declare Christmas is near, watch the skies for Santa’s reindeer! NAME NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS PHONE AGE AGE PHONE South End MUSSER SERVICE 160 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9446 ADDRESS AGE PHONE PARTY STORE 637 S. Main, Nashville • CITIZENS ELEVATOR 852-9822 870 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0514 NEW HOURS: Sun. thru Thurs. 8:30-11:00; Fri. & Sal. 8:30-12:00 May the Christmas Angel make your Christmas bright! Ho...ho...ho in my sleigh your present goes. Santa’s helpers are busy this year Making presents for all his friends so dear. NAME NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS ADDRESS AGE PHONE MACE PHARMACY 219 Main St. Nashville Ph. 852-0845 AGE PHONE CARL’S MARKET Nashville, Michigan AGE PHONE VILLAGE HAIR PORT Main Street, Vermontville Phone 726-0257 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. November 19, 1991 — Page 16 This Week in SPORTS... Maple Valley gal gagers looking to regain shooting touch for districts The "second season" is upon the Maple Valley girts basketball team. And head coach Jerry Reese is hoping that his Lady Lions can find the range a little more than they did in the "first season.” Maple Valley connected on only seven field goals in 37 attempts during Friday night's regular season finale at Olivet, and the result was predictable. The Lions lost 48-37 to drop to 10-10 overall heading into Monday's district opener against Middleton-Fulton. "It was difficult to stay in the game (shooting 19 percent)," Reese said. "We just couldn't put the ball in the hole." Reese was encouraged that his squad was able to get to TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans.. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml « <16-587-2724 the line 43 times, of which points. Boldrey led the Lions with they hit 22. It was one of 22 points. Stine added seven, the Lions’ better efforts from while Holli Taylor and Sara the charity stripe this Degroot each added six. season. Maple Valley will play Maple Valley found the Bath in a semi-final game mark on three of 19 shots in Wednesday, if it defeated the first half and the Eagles Middleton-Fulton on took a 29-16 halftime Monday. The championship advantage. game will be held Friday Janet Boldrey led the night. Lions with 13 points. "We are looking forward Teammate Joy Stine added to the second season," Reese nine points and Jennifer said. "Not only are we Phenix chipped in six. looking forward to playing Julie Ritter scored 11 in the district, but we are points for Olivet. Rachael looking forward to being the Chavez added 10 points. district hosts.” Maple Valley also lost a tough game Tuesday against Saranac 53-50. The game was close throughout, but Saranac outscored the Lions 16-13 in the fourth quarter to break a 37-37 tie. "We played really well," Reese said. "We were in a position to win the game at the end, but crucial turnovers hurt us and gave them the opportunity to win it." Four Maple Valley girls Maple Valley led by five basketball players received points with just over two mention on the recently minutes remaining, but released SMAA all­ repeated turnovers allowed conference team. Saranac to sneak in for the Senior Janet Boldrey and victory. Jenny Thomas, who junior Jennifer Phenix were led Saranac with 17 points, awarded spots on the first scored her teams' final six team. The others selected include Kim Poyer and Chris Graham of Bellevue; Julie Maple Valley Grid All-Stars Four Lady Lions get SMAA recognition Roiter and Heather Sheets of Olivet; and Beth Crawford, Tia Bradley, Jill Huffnagel and Kim Dalimonte of league champion St. Philip. Sara Degroot was selected as an honorable mention selection, while Leigh Stine was awarded special mention. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) — HOURS — From Our Readers 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7264)319 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR $ Magic’ can write new record book model. I hope that with all of the eloquence you possess, No formal salutation is and all ofthe heartfelt dedica­ Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml necessary as in your tion that is within the plea for hometown area. Everybody “safe sex’’ will echo knows you simply as throughout the length and “Magic.” By the best possi­ breadth of our land. We have ble use of your God-given a society at terrible risk. But I athletic talent you earned the pray that the message will go title. far, far beyond the present in­ A brillant career in profes­ terpretation of safe sex, ofbe­ sional basketball has come to ing careful,” using condoms, a sudden and tragic end. etc. Tuesday Evenings 7-9 p.m. There is no possible “come When history writes the back” or return. records of the crisis era in KELLOGG ELEMENTARY At the press conference, which we now live, that will you said you were beginning a be found an illusion at best SCHOOL — NASHVILLE new career. My prayers go and a fraud at worst. The with you. In this new venture, results will not justify the • No Charge • I hope that you will grab a claim. Maple Valley Community basketball in those lithe and There is only one method of gifted hands and hit the floor safe sex, and that is within a running. Education — 852-9275 loving, monogamous and per­ Before the game starts, I manent relationship. Critics hope that you will stand will cry that this is morality, before your millions of fans but a moral sense of respon­ and all of our national youth sibility, to both self and socie­ who look to you as a role ty will save multiple and multiplied thousands from the deadly and terminal scourge of AIDS. Of all of the leaders in r America today, you are the one person most likely to be heard and truly listened to. In | 945-4493 or 1-800-866-4493 | lives influenced and saved, in families spared pain and in Serving Hastings • 1869 N. 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This was the Lions best overall game of the year, shouting well and playing ag­ gressive defense. Literary Club to meet The Nashville Woman’s Literary Club will hold their November meeting at the home of Loma Wilson on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. The program for the evening will be put on by Dema Wright. Plans will be made for our annual Christmas Bake Sale on Dec. 7th at Hastings City Bank. Open Basketball - FOR ADULTS - lings Sanitary Service, Edgar Fleetham Sunfield FACTORY WORKERS Allo area company has sanding, bulling, and light assembly openings available. High starling wages for the non­ experienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope­ nings coming in every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be given immediate con­ sideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal I.D. Never a fee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. M.V. trailed at the half 32-31 but outscored Saranac 21-18 in the fourth quarter to seal the win. Four girls scored in double figures, as Stacee Hawkins led the way with 16 points. Dana Hasselback added 13 points and 15 rebounds; Retha Byrd 12 points, Linette Synder chipped in 10 points and 10 rebounds. Friday night the JV’s ended their season at Olivet with a 40-29 victory. The Lions held a slim lead throughout the first half before turning it on in the second half, outscoring the Eagles 21-14. Byrd led the way with eight points and seven steals. Hasselback added seven points and 13 rebounds. Maple Valley ended their season with a 12-8 mark. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm stock a complete line of... We • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN 6:30 A.M. • 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY 1 I —• Beacon Services, Inc. 698-7979 (EOE) Three Bldgs. South of corner ofM-37/44th Street or 4595 Broad­ moor, S.E., Suite 150 (localed in the Kent­ wood Corporate *Complex) c t ox (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. November 19, 1991 — Poge 17 Cub Scouts plan ‘turkey shoot’ Wednesday, Nov. 20. will be Vermontville Cub Scout Pack 649 s turkey shoot at the Maplewood Elementary School gym. The monthly pack meeting will begin at 7 p.m.. followed by the turkey shoot. Each Cub Scout will have six shots with a BB gun at a target. A patch award will be given for the best scorer per den and those boys will com­ plete for a turkey. Uniform inspection will also take place. Diabetic support breakfast set Nashville Cub Scouts learn CPR training from County Red Cross Pat Powers, EMT specialist with the Nashville ambulance service and CPR in­ structor for Barry County Red Cross, gave a life-saving lesson Saturday at Nashville Baptist Church to first- and second-year Nashville Webelos as part of their training to earn Readyman badges. In addition to first aid, the Scouts will learn fire escape, bike safety, etc. The Readyman is a required step in earning an Arrow of Light award, the ultimate achievement of a Cub before he can move on to become a Boy Scout To heighten diabetes awareness during November, National Diabetes Month. Pennock Hospital will sponsor a diabetes support group breakfast with ophthalmologist Dr. Michael Flohr. The talk will be held in the Conference Center of the Physicians Center Wednes­ day, Nov. 20, at 8 a.m. Cost for the breakfast is $2 per person. Extension Service Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap; Nov. .25 - 4-H Rabbit Development Committee, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. Nov. 29 - 4-H Beef Rate of Gain Contest, 9 a.tn.-12 p.m. and 1-3 p.m., Fairgrounds. Dec. 6-7 - West Michigan Livestock Show, Lake Odessa Livestock Auction Bldg. Dec. 6-7 - Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and YEA Workshop, Kettunen Center. Dec. 14-15 - Michigan Winter Beef Show, MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing. Body Talk Car-deer collisions can hurt BY Michael N. Callton, D.C. The deer hunt is on, and with the commotion of 700,000 hunters in Michigan, the deer are on the run. Unfortunately the deer are running across roads, leading to deer-car collisions. There will be hundreds of deer-car accidents in the county over the next few months. According to Michigan State Police, Barry County is one ofthe state’s leading counties for deer-car collisions. Ifyou’ve ever collided with a deer you know that it's not the same as running over a cat or a turtle. Damage caused by these accidents is much worse, including injury to the car driver and passenger. Injury to the neck is very common in these types of accidents, due to the sudden jolt of the collision, whipping the head forward or sideways. The neck injury, also called whiplash, may lead to severe pain, headaches and arm pain, tingling and numbness. Anyone involved in a deer-car collision who experiences physical problems after the accident, should seek the profes­ sional services of a chiropractor or medical doctor. Automobile insurances cover medical expenses incurred by deer-car collisions, so there is no reason not to insure your own health. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, so slow down and keep an eye out for running deer. Deer whistles are effective and are available at our local hardware store. COBB 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 Summary CASTLETON BOARD MEETING November 6. 1991 Meeting 7:35-10:55 p.m. Present: Cooley. Jarvie, Rasey, Wilson. Absent: Pixley (ill). Also present: L. Wilson, O. Moore. Fund Balance Gen. Fund $57,771.62; Block Grant $4,101.12; Fire Vot. $38,795.74; Amb. Vot. $41.292.50; Twp. Imp. $67,629.84. Bills approved: General Fund. M. V. News $16.80 L. Pixley........................ 496.17 H.C. Bank 815.36 Block Grant 500.00 C MG N Fire 3250.00 C MG N Amb 2000.00 J.W. Cooley.................. 848.57 N. Rasey 83.12 VCon Mi.l . . Msumers ofe aNdaes.h.................... 1725.049 ..00 P..o...w..............3.60. M.V. News Vil. of Nash Ml Bell J. Jarvie...................... 510.00 BLOCK GRANT: Johnson Const Johnson Const C. Barth C. Barth H.C. Bank........ 0. Langham W. Wilson...................... 83.12 TWP. IMP. 17.85 16.33 32.52 $1837.85 1436.00 1406.63 75.96 ...... 654.00 3045.00 Barry Co. Road Com.18.330.00 Action taken: Opposedto conversion of old Penn. Central Railroad corridor into linear park. Adopted changes in By-Laws for Putnam Public Library. Amended Block Grant Budget. (11-19-91-47) NOTICE The deadline for filing nominating peti­ tions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer, three four-year terms on the Village Council and one two-year terms on the Village Council will be Tuesday, November 26, 1991 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Vermont­ ville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk's Office, 121 S. Main, Vermontville, Ml. Sharon Stewart, Vermontville Village Clerk 11-5-91-37 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1991 — Page 18 Questing for Christmas trees should begin in late fall Time for Christmas in the Country at Nashville church Nov. 23 Marabeth Graham (left) and Sheri Reynolds admire some of the attractive handcrafted items to be offered by vendors at the annual "Christmas in the Coun­ ty" craft show set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, at Nashville United Methodist Church Community House. Vendors' table rental fees and proceeds of a luncheon to be served by the Methodist Women are earmarked for the church's building fund. Also, Methodist youth will sell homemade candies and baked goods as a fund-raiser for their group. The quest for the perfect Christmas tree begins in earnest for many shoppers right after Thanksgiving, when most cut-your-own tree farms and roadside lots open. Tree hunters will have the best chance of finding that perfect tree if they shop early in the season, says Kel Koelling, Michigan State Universi­ ty Extension forestry specialist. “The Christmas tree season has been moving earlier and earlier for the past several years,” Koelling says. “Most tree farms and lots begin their heaviest selling the weekend after Thanksgiving.” Before starting the hunt, he advises shoppers first to con­ sider what they want and need in a tree — how much space they have for a tree, where they will locate it, how heavi­ ly they plan to decorate it and how long they plan to keep it. People who plan to put their trees up early and keep them up until after New Year’s Day might consider buying longneedled trees such as Scotch Newspapers A Real-Life Textbook Newspapers provide teachers and parents with a learning tool that can introduce children to the world around them while improving reading skills. Where else can you find history, social studies, geography, science, economics and more under one convenient cover? Plus, your newspaper is the only up-to-date history text there is! So encourage your child to read pine, white pine or Fraser fir. These trees tend to retain their needles well. If heavy decorating is ex­ pected, Koelling recommends spruce trees, which are noted for their open, layered form and stiff branches. Spruces, firs and balsam firs make good traditionallooking Christmas trees with their layered look and medium branching density. Koelling suggests some guidelines for shoppers to follow when selecting a tree: The most important criterion should be freshness, Koelling says. Trees with a high moisture content retain their needles longer and pose less of a fire hazard. Buyers can tell if a tree is fresh by examining the folilage. Needles should be soft and flexible — if doubled over, they should bend, not break and they won’t pull away easily or fall in large quantities if you thump the butt ofthe tree on the ground. Another clue to moisture content is tree weight. In two trees of approximately equal size, the heavier tree should be fresher because of its higher water content. Koelling says consumers can find fresh, beautiful trees at both roadside lots and cutyour-own tree farms. One source is not necessarily bet­ ter than the other. “It’s not so important where you get a tree, but rather how you take care of it after you buy it,” he says. Koelling says that when buyers arrive home, they should immedicately recut the base and keep the tree in water to prevent it from drying out. Cut about 1/4 inch offthe base ofthe tree to remove pitch and dirt and improve water absorption. Always keep the water level in the stand well above the bottom ofthe trunk to keep air bubbles from forming inside the water vessels of the tree. A seven-foot tree can absorb about a quart of water a day, and he recommends using a tree stand that holds at least a gallon of water and checking it daily. Koelling says most special tree water additives do little to preserve the condition of the tree. Consumers are further ahead to pick a fresh tree and care for it properly than to re­ ly on commercial additives to keep their tree fresh. To help ensure that a tree does not become a fire hazard, place it in a draft-free area well away from heat sources such as radiators, heat vents or major appliances. If possi­ ble, keep a humidifier running in the room with the tree. A listing of tree farm loca­ tions is available from the Michigan Christmas Tree Growers Association and the American Automobile Association. The Michigan Christmas Tree Growers Association also publishes a map showing the locations of tree farms around the state and a briefdescription ofwhat each site offers. For a copy or more infor­ mation, call the Michigan Christmas Tree Growers Association at (517) 347-1010. How to resist tempting tasty holiday foods For weight-conscious peo­ ple, holiday season can be a time of temptation or torture. Endless cocktail parties, of­ fice celebrations and family get-togethers present a panorama of tasty and delec­ table holiday foods and beverages, luring unwary dieters toward bulging waistlines. But despite all the enticing goodies on display, it is possi­ ble to enjoy those merry holi­ day functions without over­ indulging, health experts say. Charles Sekeres, president of Physicians Weight Loss Centers, a franchise with over 440 centers across the United States and Canada, offering dieters these suggestions for surviving the holiday enter­ tainment season: • Come with a partner, preferably thin, who will re­ mind you what not to eat. • Avoid alcohol, which is loaded with calories. Stick to flavored water, seltzer or tonic water. • Steer clear of salted nuts, breads, pastries and anything oily. • Eat raw vegetables, especially celery and carrot sticks, but without the dip. If you eat shrimp, use lemon juice instead of seafood sauce. • Don’t stand near the food table. Out of sight is out of mind. Mingle with other guests instead. • Carry a napkin and glass at all times, to keep your hands full. • Wear tight-fitting clothes that will show off any weight gain, and warn you if you’re overeating. • Reward your restraint after the party. Get yourself a gift, or go to the movies. 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Ground Beef $? 29 $1 89 $119 J Extra Lean Sirloin Tip Steaks Round Steak Philadelphia Cream Cheese Philadelphia! / ~ � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-11-26.pdf dd0f48207e11c884b06432c6bfbcbf59 PDF Text Text 12/SO/yy — 121 S. CHURCH ST. mHPLE HASTINGS, Ml 49058-1893 s. Church Street Hastings, MI. 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 490513 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) .. .a localpaper oftoday! The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 17 — Tuesday, November 26, 1991 MV School Board takes preliminary bonding steps QivcTliaiilDuring the holiday season, we pause to offer our sincere thanks to you, our customers. Have a Happy Thanksgiving. by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer Groundwork for proposed building and site im­ provements to Maple Valley schools was laid last Tuesday night in a special meeting of the Board of Education. Officials approved an ap­ plication for state qualification to bond the district, selected an Ann Arbor firm as bonding consultants, and established a local bond issue campaign committee. Earlier this month the board gave the go-ahead to GMB, a Holland-based architectural firm, to prepare preliminary plans for adding a middle school wing to the northeast comer of the present junior­ senior high school and upgrading and remodeling certain portions of the existing building. The $10.45 million proposal also calls for a com­ bination of renovation and ex­ pansion at Vermontville’s Maplewood and Nashville’s Fuller Street elementaries to alleviate present over­ crowding and upgrade facilities. Four portable classrooms presently in use can be abandonded under the plan, said Gernot Runschke, GMB ar­ chitect who attended Tues­ day’s meeting. The proposal also calls for a new all-weather track, pro- bably at the high school loca­ tion. The district’s present cinder track at the Fuller Street athletic field is no longer approved for competition. Runschke reviewed preliminary building and im­ provement plans and estimated prpject costs prepared by his firm for the board’s application for state bonding qualification. The proposals, said Runschke, “are subject to change once we meet with the (local building and site) committee.” In his presentation, Runschke stressed various ar­ chitectural means of keeping the middle school separate from the high school, a matter of concern that has been ex­ pressed by some committee members and parents in the community. The middle school will house grades six through eight. Presently, sixth-graders attend elementaries in Nashville or Vermontville. A new separate drive leading to the front of the mid­ dle school wing would help “create an identity for the middle school,” noted Runschke. Preliminary state approval has already been received, and if the final OK is granted, Maple Valley voters could be asked to decide on bonding for the project as early as February. If the ballot measure is successful, bids would be let on the various projects and construction could begin within a few mon­ ths of the election. Also Tuesday, the board agreed to hire Stauder, Barch and Associates Inc. of Ann Arbor as financial consultants and advisors on the sale of bonds needed to finance the proposed expansion project. The fee of $11,000 would be payable only if and when the bonds are sold and delivered, and payment is received by the district. “It appears to be a very fair price,” said Superintendent Ozzie Parks. In a general price schedule furnished to the board by the firm, their standard fee for a $10 million bond issue is listed at $21,800 — or $2.18 per bond. The $11,000 fee to be charged Maple Valley is ex­ clusive ofcosts ofprinting and mailing approximately 600 copies of the prospectus. Parks said expense of the See School board, page 2 County animal shelter deals with ‘homeless' The remainder, approx­ The staff at the Barry Coun­ ty Animal Shelter is asking in- imately 160 a month,, are dividuals, families and destroyed. Stray dogs are kept businesses to remember there for seven days and stray cats is a homeless group in the for four days. A large glass container can community that isn’t getting be seen in the shelter’s office much publicity. That group is the county’s area. It’s filled with 4,372 gumballs, which represents unwanted pet population.. “An estimated 200 dogs one unspayed dog or cat and and cats are brought to the her unspayed offspring for the shelter each month,” said next seven generations. Assistant Chief Animal Chief Animal Control Officer “Of that Control Officer Pam RonchetJulie Mitchell. number, 20 percent are lucky to find new homes.” ti said, “There is one major See Shelter, page 2 Nashville first-graders hold genuine Thanksgiving dinner, invite guests by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The traditional Thanksgiving meal was enjoyed by Indian and Pilgrim classmates and their adult guests. Claudette Holmberg’s firstgraders at Fuller Street School in Nashville last week had an opportunity to learn the tradi­ tion of Thanksgiving celebra­ tion in a hands-on experience. For the 13th consecutive year, Holmberg’s class was host for a genuine Thanksgiv­ ing dinner — turkey, dressing and the works — in a classroom operation that amazes observers. “I have a lot of good help, ” said Holmberg, crediting parents, helpers and students for the success of the event. The children take an active part in preparing the dinner, to which each is allowed to in­ vite one adult guest. In some cases it is Mom or Dad; others ask a grandparent or other relative to join them. “The children helped baked the pumpkin pies (Thursday), working in groups of four with some parents’ help,” noted Holmberg. This was ac­ complished in the school kit­ chen, and one pie was set aside that day for sampling while it was still warm. The turkey was roasted Fri­ day in a cooker in the classroom. Mashed potatoes, gravy, dressing, com, rolls Before the guests arrived, teacher Claudette Holmberg gathered her students together for a last-minute briefing. and stuffed celery rounded out the menu. The pie was served with whipped topping. Before the guests arrived, Holmberg found time to draw her class of active firstgraders together to give them a last-minute reminder of ap­ propriate conduct in their roles as hosts: how one should greet guests, proper manners at the table, etc. The children set the tables and helped handle other pre­ dinner preparations, including stuffing celery pieces with See First graders, page 7 In This Issue... • Maple Leaf Grange members honored • Vermontville Chamber lays holiday plans • Maple Valley staff plans in-service • Indian history comes to life for Maplewood students �The Mqple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1991 — Page 2 School board deals with bonding f continued from front firm’s trip to New York to sell the bonds^f rie&ssary, also would be exorf. j “We need to have thpm on board if w8-are goirig any far­ ther (on thte prqject),” jnoted Parks. «i '•'*** '•'** A committee to plan com­ munity support of the bond issue also was established by the school board Tuesday, but names of the appointees will not be announced until all are confirmed, said officials. Board President Harold Stewart said the committee will be responsible for setting up public information meetings on the proposed ex­ pansion project, organizing phone campaigns, etc. The committee, to be comprised of about a dozen school and community representatives, is expected to recruit others to help in the promotion. Parks said the panel will provide “coordination in get­ ting ideas out” to the public. In an unrelated matter Tues­ day, the board agreed to renew a three-year retainer t with Michigan Association of School Boards to handle labor relations. The cost will be $8,500 per year, and the board will specifically request the services of Harlow Clag­ gett, MASB representative, for local negotiations and arbitrations. The decision to approve the renewal followed the board’s earlier referral of the matter to its Labor Relations Commit­ tee for study of cost effec­ tiveness. MASB has served the local district the past three years. “My opinion is we need to utilize their services or like services,’’ said Trustee Rebecca Eaton. She said pro­ bably none of the board in­ cluding herself, a recent law school graduate, has the ex­ pertise to handle negotiation of contracts or arbitrations. “I think we should (hire MASB),’’ said Stewart. “Under these circumstances, it’s the best way to go. There just is not enough time to run a school, build a school, and ar- Linda’s Country Woodworks Christmas Open House • Hancrafted Items • Ceramics Sweatshirts • Ornaments November 18th»December 15th Monday-Friday • 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-79 Linda Friddle 11309 KALAMO HWY. NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN Call 852-1716 Cloverdale or Kalamo Follow Signs Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. amended a measure passed earlier this month that re­ quired two signatures on checks for petty cash expen­ ditures at central office. Pam Harvey, bookkeeper, said the school auditor advised that such a setup “defeats the pur­ pose” of establishing the ac­ count for convenience. The fund is capped at $2,500, and is intended to cover immediate expenses that must be met bet­ ween the board’s regular meetings. Only one signature now will be needed. Establishment of the fund was one of three changes recently recommended by the auditor. bitrate and negotiate.” Dr. Parks agreed that it is “a very demanding thing.” Stewart added that initially he had opposed retaining the services of MASB, but has since reconsidered his stand. “I was against it 100 per­ cent,” noted Stewart. “But I came full circle and changed my mind.” Parks noted that in addition to contract negotiations and arbitration of grievances, the board or administrators may call MASB for opinions on various labor issues as they arise. In other action, the board Shelter deals with homeless Continuedfrom frontpage— difference between the two homeless problems. The human problem is a result of economics. The problem we deal with here at the animal shelter is caused by a lack of owner responsibility.” Deer hunting season adds to the pet population at the shelter. Ronchetti said. “This time of the year we receive a large number of beagles. Some get separated from their owners and eventually are reunited. However, many are simply abandoned in the woods by hunters when the season is over.” Besides cold weather, winter brings with it a substantial increase in the number of pets brought to the shelter. Many owners find that caring for their pets becomes a burden when the temperature drops. Mitchell said, “They (the owners) don’t want to walk in the snow to give the animal food and fresh water, bring the pet inside out of the cold, or want it around the Christmas tree.” Mitchell has some advice for holiday shoppers: “Pets should not be given as Christmas gifts,” she said. “It’s not a good idea to pick another person’s pet, especial­ ly a child. Four to five months after the holidays are over, the shelter receives a large number of the unwanted presents, which are no longer cute now that they’ve passed the puppy or kitten stage.” Feeding the animals is a challenge. Like their human counterparts, animal shelters depend greatly on the generosity of their com­ munities in order to provide care for homeless dogs and cats. Nationally, Gaines and Ken-L-Ration have joined forces to create programs designed to increase com­ munity awareness of the pro­ blems animals shelters face. Locally, businesses such as the Wholesale Club of Grand Rapids assist the Barry Coun­ ty shelter by donating bags of dog and cat food that have broken open and can’t be sold to its customers. The shelter staff is asking the public to contribute old blkt blankets, th throw rugs or anything that can be used as bedding for the animals. One visitor said, “Sleeping on a cold cement floor is not a pleasant thought for man or man’s best friend.” The shelter also will accept dog and cat food, cat litter, kennels, or any other pet care items. All donations are tax deductible. The Barry County Animal Shelter is located in Hastings at 825 West Apple Street. Its hours of operation are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to Superintendent’s Corner FFA National I convention was ■ inspiring for | students BY Dr. Ozzie D. Parks I was privileged to be a guest of our local FFA chapter, the Michigan FFA Alumni and the Michigan Farm Bureau at the 64th National FFA Convention in Kansas City, Mo., recently. 1 made the trip with other state administrators, teachers, and board members. The convention was one of the best and most inspiring ex­ periences I have had as an educator. The theme of the conven­ tion was “Leadership for a Growing Planet.” Leaders who at­ tended the conference included President George Bush; a stu­ dent representative of Russian President Boris Yeltsin; the reighing Miss America, Carolyn Sapp; and a National FFA of­ ficer team of the most gifted enthusiastic and patriotic young people ever assembled. Maple Valley students were joined by more than 25,000 students from all over our country in what was announced as the largest convention ofyoung people in our country. The em­ phasis and atmosphere of the convention was on the greatness ofour potential and hope under God and in our great country as world leaders. The new emphasis in agriculture education is on agri­ science, agri-business and agri-leadership, as opposed to strict­ ly a production agriculture approach. It was pointed out that while traditional farming as a vocation is shrinking to less than 2 percent of our population, agri-science and agri-business now represent over 20 percent of the vocational choices available to our young people. Student leaders, contestants and project award winners pro­ vided examples of the fact that many of our best students and citizens are involved in the new developments in agriculture. Our growing planet needs these valuable resources. I came away from the convention with new information, in­ spiration and hope for our country. I wish that everyone would take part in this outstanding annual event. If you are interested, please contact me or your local agriculture education teacher and FFA sponsor, Tate Forbush. iiWNtMIMBMEMIJMMNEJMEMKMBMSMBJMDMiMBMtJMJMG at the Woodshop FOR THE 7TH TIME FrL, Nov. 29 • 6-9 p.m. 1 Sat., Nov. 30 • 10-4 p.m. । GRANT’S WOODSHOP * 3800 N.. Chester MI S eser Rd., ., Charlotte, ar noon Saturday. Church Schedules ST. CYRIL VERMONTVILLE CATHOLIC CHURCH BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass ..........9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. Sunday School .......10 Morn. Worship 11 Evening Service ...... 6 Wednesday: Prayer Meetin 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. > p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6p.m. A.M. Worship........ ..11a.m. P.M. Worship........ ... 6p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study........... 6:30p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ..... 10a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship......6p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship...... 11:00 a.m. After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School .... 11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) NASHVILLE PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE PASTOR MARVIN POTTER BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School....... A.M. Service ..... P.M. Service ...... Wed. Service...... 9:45 a.m. ...11a.m. .....7 p.m. .....7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL 301 Fuller St., Nashville CHURCH Church Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School....10:15 a.m. Sunday School ... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 ia.m. P.M. Worship..............7 |p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... ..7p| .m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK REV. BOB KERSTEN REV. ALAN METTLER GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......... 6 p.m. INDEPENDENT CHURCH of CHRIST Meeting behind River Bend Travel Agency, State St. MINISTER: JIM SANDUSKY Phone 945-2026 P.O. Box 558, Hastings, Ml 49058 Sunday Services: 9: 30 a.m.. ...Bible School 10: 30 a.m Morn. Worship 6: 30 p.m....Evening Worship Bible Study: 7: 00 p.m Thursday �The Mople Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday; November 26, 1991 We’re ready to lend when you’re ready r to buy or refinance. At Eaton Federal our home mortgage specialists are familiar with current real estate values in Mid-Michigan and can advise you on different loan programs, qualifications and terms, plus we. offer the most competitive rates available. Helping several generations of area families buy and build homes for 54 years, Eaton Federal is your locally owned and operated Savings Bank. Stop in and talk with one or our loan specialists today. Eaton Federal FDIC INSURED • X7< . FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 . Olivet - 749-2811 Deposits Federally Insured ,^5100.000 Back&iy the . Full Faitn and Credit of the +' L*Wist EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past... Nashville had its own Thanksgiving traditions by Susan Hinckley (Note: Portions of the following account first ap­ peared in this column on Nov. 30, 1982.) the old opera house also were a regular treat for some 40 years after the building was completed in 1877. Another unique Nashville Thanksgiving observance centered on a sport that is still a holiday favorite, but today’s electronic version is not quite the same. In the days before TV, the annual Thanksgiving Day football game staged at the old Riverside athletic field always drew a huge crowd of fans. Most years, the Nashville High School squad faced a team from Charlotte or any other area school willing to play on the holiday afternoon. Sometimes, however, it was strictly a Nashville affair with local alumni challenging the NHS lineup. Besides enjoying the enter­ Thanksgiving is a day of traditions: family gatherings, bountiful meals, worship ser­ vices, remembering the less fortunate. Also linked to the November holiday in early Nashville were special com­ munity traditions: hunting contests, dances and later, football games. Before the turn of the cen­ tury, Nashville marked the holiday with its annual Thanksgiving Day hunt. Local males divided into two teams and took to the fields in search of game. Reward for the winning hunters was a din­ ner prepared by the losers. tainment aspects Thanksgiving Eve dances at Thanksgiving, residents of of early Nashville did not overlook the true meaning of holiday as they gladly shared their bounty with the less fortunate. The following exerpts irom yellowing pages of The Nashville News help recap­ ture some of the flavor of those early Thanksgivings in the village: 1874 — The people of Nashville are invited to attend 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 Thanksgiving Day football games were a popular annual attraction i Nashville. If the NHS squad had no scheduled meet with another school, they were challenged by a lineup of local alumni at the old Riverside athletic field, west of Main Street. NHS 1916 team members are (front, from left) Wayne Kid-­ der, Elvars Larabee, Merle Vance, Vern Bera, Earl Gibson, Glenn Smith, Charlie Dalhouser, (middle row) Robert Townsend, Harold Reighner, Carl McWha, Forest Smith, (back row) Coach H. L. Rockwood, Merle Smith, Glenn Hunt and Dale Devine. The children of Nashville school in 1900 took up a collection to purchase drayload of food to deliver to underprivileged families in the village on Thanksgiving Day. This photo of that era shows local school children in the classroom of an unidentified teacher. In addition, to traditional observances residents of early Nashville had several special ways to mark the November holiday. the grasshopper ravages of the past summer. Contributions of cash, dried fruit, wheat, meal, and used clothing will be collected by Capt. Boise, Messers. C. Smith, L. Durkee and G.A. Truman, and sent in a box car to a distributing center in the hard-hit area. 1877 — Nineteen Hastings firms have agreed to close their places of business on Thanksgiving Day, but so far none of Nashville’s merchants have consented to follow suit...The Nashville orchestra will give a dance in the opera house Thanksgiving night. The bill, $1.25 per couple, in­ cluding oyster supper. 1878 — A seven-inch snow fell on Thanksgiving Day, providing excellent sleighing, and many a cutter was out on Friday morning...A big com­ munity hunt took place Thanksgiving Day, with close to a hundred hunters taking part. They were divided into two teams and all left at 8 a.m. and had until noon to report in with their game. A veritable mountain of game was returned, including squirrels, rabbits, partridge, chipmunks and a few ducks and one red fox. Captain Smith’s hunting team brought in the most edible game and thus won the privilege of feasting Friday night while members of the losing team prepared the meal. 1880 — The Nashville Quadrille Band will give a Thanksgiving party at the opera house Nov. 25. All lovers of the dance can have a good time for 25 cents a head...There will be a hunting match on Thanksgiving Day, with Dan Smith and Will Grif­ fith captaining the competing teams. Winners will be treated by the losers at an oyster sup­ per that night...The ther- ’ mometer stood at 8 degrees below zero Monday morning, which is several degrees col­ der than any day last winter. Frozen ears are as plentiful as Thanksgiving turkeys. 1890 — The sportsmen of the village enjoyed themselves hugely at a turkey raffle at Levi Smith’s Thursday. 1899 H. W. Walrath opens the skating rink at the opera house tomorrow night and on Thanksgiving night will give a public ball with ex­ cellent music by an out-of­ town orchestra...Sanford J. Truman has taken a full page in the News this week to advertise a great Thanksgiv­ ing sale of men’s suits and other clothing. Suits are pric­ ed from $2.10 to $10. In the grocery department are such specials as these: Lion coffee, 10c; best crackers 4 lbs., 25c; rice 4 lbs., 25c; light brown sugar 20 lbs, $1. 1900 — The children of the Nashville schools have taken up a collection to purchase a consistent line plunges for gains, while the high school team had to take to the air to score. Then the alumni discovered they, too, had a passing combination, Sprague to Bennett, which they pro­ ceeded to use to tie the count. 1932 — Thanksgiving Day in Nashville and vicinity was a day of quiet family gatherings for the most part. Various organizations sent out baskets to the less fortunate, and altogether it was a time for quiet thankfulness. Thanksgiving Eve found a very interesting program in progress at the Evangelical church, with an appreciative audience and a good collec- dray load of food and provisions to be distributed to the poor folks of the village on Thanksgiving Day. tion as further features. The young people deserve a lot of credit for the sucess, par­ ticularly Allen Brumm and Raymond McConnell, who were stage builders, decorators, etc. There was a two-act play and a comedy dialogue, a reading by 1901 — As usual, Brumm’s Market will give away a huge turkey the day before Thanksgiving, to the person coming nearest to guessing its weight. 1902 — There will be a masquerade dance at the opera house Thanksgiving Eve...Quite a few cutters out on Thanksgiving Day, taking advantage of the three-inch snowfall ofthe previous night. 1903 — Local mail carriers have received notice from Washington that they need not make their rounds on Thanksgiving Day. 1904 — There will be a dance at the opera house Thanksgiving night, with music by Walrath’s orchestra. Bill for dancing and for turkey or oyster stew supper at the Bon Ton Cafe at midnight: just $1 per couple. 1905 — A football game between Nashville and Charlotte high school teams will be played here on the afternoon of Thanksgiving Day. 1927 — The high school football eleven and an alumni team met at Riverside Park Thanksgiving Day in a benefit game for Jack V. Downing, and after a rather thrilling struggle, the hostilities ended with honors even, the score standing at 6 to 6. The old-timers’ lineup included a number of former high school stars. Among those who got into the fray were Don Sprague, John Johnson, Howard Caley, Jesse Guy, Bill Face, Shirley and Nelson Brumm, Dale DeVine, Dr. O. O. Mater, Ralph Olin, L. W. Face, and Al Bennett.. Postmaster Robert Surine, E. L. Kane and Emory Morris officiated. The alumni by virtue of their superior weight, made Eleanor Parrott, a violin solo by Billy Hecker, besides the devotionals. 1945 — Claude Miller, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Miller, arrived with his discharge in time for Thanksgiving. He was in the service over 37 months, spen­ ding 31 months in Africa, Sicily, Italy, Corsica, Franc?, Germany and Belgium. He wears four ribbons, four stars and one arrowhead...For the first time in 20 years, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Harlow of Maple Grove' had all their children home on Thanksgiving Day. 1948 — Nashville, along with the rest ofthe nation, will observe a day of Thanksgiv­ ing on Thursday of this week. The traditional union services this year will be held Thanksgiving morning at 10:00 at the Baptist Church, with the Rev. Corwin Biebighauser, pastor of the Evangelical-United Brethren church, delivering the sermon. Practically all places of business will be closed all day on Thursday. For pupils and teachers of Nashville-Kellogg schools, there will be vacation from Wednesday until next Monday. 1949 — Friends from Hastings, Stony Point and Nashville met Thursday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Matson for a double celebration. In keeping with Thanksgiving, they also honored Mr. and Mrs. Mat­ son, who were recently mar­ ried at Charlotte. The/able was beautifully decorated for the event, and the daughter, Continued on next page— �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1991 — Page 5 Top Maplewood candy sellers enjoy limo ride Five Maplewood students rode away from the Vermont­ ville elementary school in style Tuesday forenoon, head­ ed for an afternoon of fun in Charlotte. They were chauffered in a limousine driven by Ahthony Rodriguez, owner of Charlotte Limousine, Inc. First stop was the Pizza Hut for lunch, followed by a bowl­ ing outing at Char-Lanes. The whole event was a reward for their winning can­ dy sales performances in a re­ cent fund-raiser sponsored by the Maplewood Parent­ Teacher Organization. Children selected to receive the special honor were Jeremy Wiser, Gary Cousins, Janelie Decker, Justin Wright and Heather Dockter. They were accompanied on the outing by Diane Bowers, PTO presi­ dent, and Dorreen Root, treasurer. Jermey Wiser sold $342 worth of candy to earn the top spot in the campaign. He was assured a seat in the limo, but the other four were chosen by a drawing from among 26 Maplewood students who became eligible by bringing in The third annual VermontCrafters Home Tour will be held Friday from 5 to 9 ville CD’s Maturing?... Stock Market Blues? YOU CAN EARN Anthony Rodriguez, owner of Charlotte Limousine Inc., ushers five Maplewood youngsters into the elegant auto that carried them to Charlotte for an afternoon of fun. Front, from left, are Jeremy Wiser, top candy salesman in the Vermont­ ville school; Gary Cousins and Janelle Decker. In back are Justin Wright and Heather Dockter. Two PTO officers chaperoned the trip. sales of at least $150 each. Bowers said the candy sales raised an estimated $5,000 for PTO projects. As the five winners boarded the limo outside the school at 11 a.m., all their classmates and the teachers gathered on tended school at Assiout, and received his degree at the Middle East Evangelical Theology Seminary at Beirut, Lebanon. He was ordained by the Egyptian Assemblies of God. Joseph later served for 12 years at the orphanage, where he was house parent to univer­ sity, high school and junior high boys. He also ministered in drama teams, as choir director and as youth minister. Upon coming to the United States the Habibis learned of the large concentration of Arabs in the Detroit area, and are now living among the Lebanese Moslems. Their ministry includes radio, TV, children’s Bible clubs, literature distribution and training people who are called to reach the Arabic Muslims, as well as occa­ sionally holding Arabic meetings. The public is invited to at­ tend the Sunday event in Nashville. The church is located at 735 Reed St. Memories of Past From page 4— t Toni’s Style Shop* Y *** 111 N. 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Tour stops will be at 7527 East Vermontville Highway, 526 S. Main St., 134 E. Se- p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. All of the houses in the tour will be serving free refreshments and will have cond St. and 4402 Valley door prizes. Highway. Some of the items that will Arabic Christian missionaries to appear at Nashville church The Habibi family of Abun­ dant Life Arabic Ministries of Dearborn, will appear at 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, at Nashville Assembly of God. Joseph and Pat Habibi, with sons Stephen and John, are missionaries bringing the gospel of Jesus Christ to Arabic-speaking people of the metropolitan Detroit area. Joseph was bom in Haifa, (Palestine) Israel, and at age 2 he and his mother were in­ vited to live at the Lillian Trasher Orphanage, where Joseph’s mother worked the rest of her life. Her son at- Vermontville crafters home tour planned Ph. 852-2070 i | Mrs. Victor Osborne of Hastings, acted as hostess. After wishing the couple many more Thanksgiving days, the guests departed for their homes. 1950 — Dr. and Mrs. O. O Mater and sons Gene and John spent Thanksgving Day with friends near Warrenton, Va. On their way home, they were caught in a traffic jam on the Pennsylvania turnpike and had to detour around Pitt­ sburgh, arriving home late Monday night. 1952 Mr. and Mrs. Marcel Evalet, who spent the deer season at their cabin in Antrim County, returned home Monday with a deer. Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Mason spent the weekend with them, returning home Sunday with a deer. Ceylon Garlinger and John Gearhart, spending the last three days in the same area, also were successful in fulfilling their licenses. 1953 — Thanksgiving will be observed appropriately at Nashville-Kellogg school with a special program Wednes­ day. The first section of the seventh grade will present “The First Thanksgiving,” under the direction of Mrs. Greta Firster, and a skit entitl­ ed “Thanksgiving Day Hazards" will be presented under direction of Mrs. Lucille Gury. Musical numbers will be played by the high school band and by the combined seventh- and eighth-grade bands. the front walkway to cheer them off with a rousing shout — showing that all Maplewood kids are winners. O /Z/kQZO/ GUARANTEED 1 FULL YEAR * High Renewal Rates **Tax Deferred Growth * 10% Free Withdrawal Each Year * Guarantee Acct. Value * No Probate * No Front End Loads or Fees ♦PENALTY FOR EARLY WITHDRAWAL Stanley Trumble CALL TODAY TRUMBLE AGENCY 726-0580 178 S. Main Vermontville, MI Forever on Thanksgiving Day The heart willfind thepathway home. — Wilbur D. Nesbit So that our employees may share this special holiday with their families and friends, our offices will be CLOSED ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28. Happy Thanksgiving ...from... Hastings • Middleville Bellevue • Nashville Caledonia • Wayland Member FDIC �Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1991 — Page 6 MapleNaLsheviallef, MGicrhiagann ge mtevmbers honored at Thanksgiving dinner Entertainment was furnished by Hank Masters (left), Elaine Doxsie and Flutell Nye, offering a lively selection of old-time tunes. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Ten members of the Maple Leaf Grange were honored Friday night when the organization had its annual Thanksgiving dinner. A sumptuous feast of turkey Humble Beginnings CRAFT SHOW Friday, November 29th from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, November 30th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and all the trimmings was served to nearly 100 members and guests attending the event at the Grange hall southwest of Nashville. Doris Marshall was award­ ed the 1991 Community Citizenship Award for her donation of materials for drapes and bench cushions in the newly-renovated meeting hall. Others receiving special recognition Doris were Pufaff, for 60 years of Grange membership; Reva Schantz, for numerous years of dedicated service; Jean CASTLETON TOWNSHIP HALL Withey, for heading the Grange’s home economics department; Lynn Aseltine, for his work in remodeling the meeting hall, where new win­ dows and paneling have been installed; Lora Babcock and Ernie Withey, for helping with the remodeling project; carpeting for the entryway; Owen Lyons for donating a new freezer for the Grange dining hall; and Arden Burd, “a handyman who is always around,” said Grangemaster Ann Schantz. “We are honoring these Grangers for the outstanding things they have done this year,” said Schantz. She said Burd also was responsible for initiating a service project that recently resulted in the local Grange receiving an award of high distinction from the Michigan State Grange. It was Burd’s idea, said Schatnz, that the Maple Leaf Grange furnish a room and a half at SAFE PLACE, a Battle Creek shelter for battered women. Community service is an important role of the Grange. The Maple Leaf Grange also received state recognition for several other projects, in­ cluding free holiday dinners for shut-ins and others in the area; sponsoring a pregnancy center in Charlotte; donations to MAPLE VALLEY MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HNIS • JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR ...Eves. 726-0223 DOC OVERHOLT 948-8693 DON STEINBRECHER 852-1784 Multiple Listing GARRY KNOLL ....... Eves. 852-0786 Service (MLS) JERI BAKER .... ................. 726-1171 > Home Warranty Available TIM BURD 852-2012 $34,900! MOVE IN AT CLOSE!! 14x70 "Holly Pork" located between Nashville & Battle Creek on blacktop road. 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Entertainment was furnish­ ed by a musical trio comprised of Elaine Doxsie, an accor- 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) Maple Valley staff In-Service Day set for Dec. 13 Doris Marshall (left) was selected to receive the 1991 Community Citizenship Award of the Maple Leaf The Maple Valley Schools’ teaching staff and administra­ tion will take ..part in an in­ service workshop designed to improve the teaching of reading to all students in the district. The workshop has been scheduled for Friday, Dec. 13. There will be no school for students on that day. The purpose of the in­ service is to train teachers in strategies that will help all students achieve success in meeting goals and objectives for reading, established by the Michigan Department of Education. Improvement in the language arts, which in­ cludes reading, is an establish­ ed priority for the district this year. Barbara Reed of Lansing will be the presenter at the workshop. Mrs. Reed has been highly recommended as a specialist in reading and. strategies to improve the teaching of reading. AinmiiiiiiaiKiiiiaiiiim - Maple Valley Athletic Boosters E f BINGO I MAPLE VALLEY H.S., CAFETERIA S ETHURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.= ■ £ Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 ■ laaaaaaiaaaasiaaaaaaaaaaaiaaii Grange for her contribution to their recent remodel­ ing project. Grangemaster Ann Schantz made the presentation. Featuring ... NEW WINTER MENU WITH NEW SERVING TIMES "Serving all meals any time!" NEW HOURS OF SERVICE: Monda Closed Tuesday-Thursday .. .9 a.m. - 8p.m. Friday... a.m.- 9p.m. Saturday a.m.- 9p.m. Sunday 8 a.m.- 8p.m. Effective December 1, 1991 We will be open Thursday, Novmeber 28 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. serving a special THANKSGIVING TURKEY DINNER "With all the Trimmings" NOTICE PLEASE: We will be closed for Christmas, December 24, 25, 26, 1991 HAVE A SAFE HOLIDAY SEASON (517) 852-2130 ijwBagJMta.'iMfliiaiisjeJ iohjaaMi3SO T �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, November 26. 1991 — Page 7 First graders hold dinner, from front Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu, events set Wednesday, Nov. 27 Sliced beef, baked potatos, mixed veggies, dinner roll, oleo, cake. Thursday, Nov'. 28 Closed. Friday, Nov. 29 Closed. Monday, Dec. 2 Salisbury steak, g gravy, mashed potatoes. Oriental blend, bread, oleo, fruit. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Chicken, stir fry veggies, stewed tomatoes, bread, oleo, fruit. Events Wednesday, Nov. 27 Woodland, The Old Timers; Nashville, entertainment by Russ Nash. turns at. Here, Brieann Treloar (left) and Melissa Nisse do their part. Ralph L. Long GRAND RAPIDS - Ralph L. Long, 93 of Grand Rapids and formerly of Hastings passed away Friday, Novem­ ber 15, 1991 at Clark Memor­ ial Home in Grand Rapids. Mr. Long was bom Decem­ ber 29, 1897 in White County, Illinois, the son of Christopher and Bertha (Yeager) Long. He was raised in Illinois and attended schools there. He was married to Anne Verran on July 5, 1928. She preceded him in death April 16,1971. He then married Ella Ralph on March 6, 1983. She preceded him in death June 3, 1988. He lived in Detroit from 1920 until 1950 where he was a fireman with the Detroit Fire Department. He retired in 1950 and moved to a small farm near Stanton. He came to Hastings in 1962 and was employed about three years at the former Starts Wallpaper and Paint Store. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, member and past officer Hastings F & AM #52, Past Master of Stanton Star F & AM #250, member Ionia Chapter #14 R.A.M., member Hastings Commandry #56, member Grand Rapids Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, member Saladin Shrine of Grand Rapids, member Hast­ ings Chapter #7 O.E.S., life member Hastings #581.O.O.F. He was well known in the area as Masonic lecturer and install­ ing officers. Mr. Long is survived by step daughters, Betty Anspach of Grand Ledge and Phyllis TenEyck of Portland; 11 step grandchildren; 19 step great grandchildren and several step great great grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by ten brothers and sisters. Funeral services were held Monday, November 18 at the Wren Funeral Home in Hast­ ings with Reverend Philip L. Brown and the Hastings F & AM #52 officiating. Burial was in Forest Hill Cemetery in Houghton. A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 26 at the Clark Memorial Home Chapel in Grand Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Clark Memorial Home. OPEN NIGHTS ’til 9:00 P.M. Congratulations to... Barb & Linda New Owner of Sweet *n Good WEEKEND SPECIALS Friday, Nov. 29 & Saturday, Nov. 30 PRIME RIB Includes potato, soup or salad, Muffin, Rolls, Veg. and Dessert . . . Closed Wednesday, Nov. 27 at 3:00 Closed All Day Thanksgiving Day The Ole Cookstove FAMILY RESTAURANT 174 South Main, Vermontville Phone 517-726-1144 Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! Eaton County 4-H Counil to meet The Eaton County 4-H Ad­ visory Council will meet Dec. 2, at 7:30p.m., at Kardel Hall on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. All 4-H clubs should send representatives to give views on upcoming programs and to vote on the new executive officers. ...from... Bobbie’s in Nashville Stuffing celery was a job that all the children took Obituaries Thursday, Nov. 28 Closed. Friday. Nov. 29 - Closed. Monday. Dec. 2 - Trip to Crossroads Mall; Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday. Dec. 3 - All sites puzzles. (517) 852-0940 The honor of carving the turkey went to George Skedgell, school custodian. cream cheese or peanut butter. Earlier in the week, they made Indian and Pilgrim costumes to wear for the occa- sion. They also made place cards for die tables. George Skedgell, school custodian, had the honor of carving the turkey. Sheldon Rhodes will appear at ‘After School Special’ Exciting, educational and entertaining are the three "E's" that describe the pro­ gram planned for the children attending this week's "After School Special" held at Quimby United Methodist Church on Wednesday after­ noon. The "After School Spe­ cial" is held every Wednes­ day from 4 to 5:15 p.m. in the Quimby Church. This week's special pro­ gram will be the magic, juggling and storytelling of Sheldon Rhodes. He is best known in the area for his work at Puppet Prospectors of Nashville. After receiving a bache­ lor’s degree in communica­ tion arts and science, Rhodes taught in both public and private schools. He soon be­ came aware that learning can be fun. By yg using creative meth-ods, he soon found that holdiing the attention of children was easy. His occupation as a performer is still, he believes, overshadowed by his profession as a teacher. Rhodes has traveled exten­ sively over the years, prepre­ senting several programs he has developed. He empha­ sizes themes such as: the importance of reading, self­ esteem, patriotism, drug abuse and many Biblically based truths. He has presented programs throughout the United States and Canada, including Alk and Alaska d Hawaii. Hii "Children will enjoy this Wednesday's program and every Wednesday," e nesay, said Pastor James Noggle. Quimby United Methodist Church is located on M-79, half way between Hastings and Nashville, in the heart of Quimby. For more information concerning rides or other ministries of the church, call the parish office at (517) 852-1993. Due to the fact that all tanning packages have now expired, I will be closing my Nashville tanning business. Also, I wish to take this time to THANK each and every one of you who helped make the tanning business such a great success. 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HOURS: 9 o.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday Imodium AD~.< K 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 | j �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1991 — Page 8 Indian history comes to life for Maplewood Elementary students by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Gathering wood for the campfire and cranberries for sauce, turning cream into but­ ter by hand, fishing in an im- aginary pond and “hunting” buffalo were a few of the Native American ways learn­ ed last week by kindergarten and DK students at Vermontville’s Maplewood Monday, designated as Native American Day, was a time for participating in a number of Indian activities and crafts, including stringing beads, making prayer sticks, and fashioning tiny clay pots. Cranberries were picked from the “cranberry bog” on the playground lawn where they had been scattered by teachers. Among the children gathering cranberries were Jessica Lawless and Bobby Decker. Kim Rodriquez, a room "mom," helped turn the berries into sauce to serve on Grandparents' Day. The Room mother Cindy Krolik helps youngsters string colorful pasta necklaces to wear at Wednesday's event. children brought the berries inside and, with adult help, washed them and turned them into sauce. Butter was churned in­ dividually by the children shaking whipping cream and a little salt in baby food jars — a process that Seifert said takes from two to five minutes. The enhanced imaginary ac­ tivities of hunting, fishing and camping were carried on out­ doors Monday, despite a day­ long drizzle. The sauce and butter were served Wednesday at Grand­ parents’ Day, when the Little Indians seated at the table, waiting for the feast to begin are Elizabeth Soto (left) and Trescha Trowbridge. Having sold our restaurant, the Country Kettle Cafe, we would like to say a big “Thank You” to all our wonderful customers who have made our 9V2 years a success. Without you it would not have been possible. Thank you to all the wonderful people we have met in Nashville and think of as friends now. Thanks to Clayton Chapman of Clays Dinner Bell, to Jack and Judy DeGroot of Goodtime Pizza and Don and Janette Joseph of Carl’s for being such good business friends. Last but certainly NOT least, to our Employees; you have been the BEST. We cannot begin to thank you for all the things you have done for us above and beyond what your job called for. Thanks so much to all of you for the flowers and cards. Thanks to all, Jack and Judy Quantrell youngsters treated their elders to a program of Thanksgiving songs and Indian dances followed by a feast of finger jello, turkey-shaped cookies, muffins with homemade but­ ter, cranberry sauce and beverages. Gaber said 76 children par­ ticipated in the event, which was staged in morning and afternoon sessions both Mon­ day and Wednesday. At the feast, the children dressed as Indians, wearing costumes and necklaces they Miscellaneous BLACK PEARLS heirloom quality pendants $19.95, strands $700. Give the best for Christ­ mas. Empress 517-852-9335. Pearls, __________ CHOCOLATE, CHOCO­ LATE! FILLINGS, FILL­ INGS! MOLDS, MOLDS! FRIENDLY, FRIENDLY! had made. Turning the tables on the original Thanksgiving dinner, at which Indians were guests of the Pilgrims, the Maplewood Indians invited their grandparents to the feast and asked them to play the role of Pilgrims, wearing paper hats made especially for the occasion. OTICE The deadline for filing nominating peti­ tions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer, three four-year terms on the Village Council and one two-year terms on the Village Council will be Tuesday, November 26, 1991 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Vermont­ ville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk's Office, 121 S. Main, Vermontville, Ml. Sharon Stewart, Vermontville Village Clerk 11 -5-91 -37 CANDYLAND-963-1010. 1st Place: 8 pts. 12-3/8” Spread 2nd Place: 8 pts., 12-1/4” Spread 3rd Place: 8 pts., 10-5/8” Spread Richard Helsel Richard Byrd Garry Jones Thank you to all that participated! Muzzleloaders Get Ready — Complete Supply of Black Powder Accessories A S HVILLE ^a sporting hardware Ts 233 N. Main St. Nashville. Ml 852-0713 D C. WVVPC oQUnIiDr IUI .r .O OPEN: Monday-Saturday 8:Oo a.m.-5:30 p.m. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. November 26. 1991 — Page 9 New business brightens Vermontville Main St. by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer This young Indian, Nicole Hoard, cuddles next to her Pilgrim Grandpa Gene Fisher. Original crafts, exotic floral arrangements, and customdesigned glass etching are featured att “Patches -nPosies,” Vermontville's newest enterprise. Eileen Pittman and her daughter, Teresa Doyle, both of Vermontville, are pro­ prietors of the business, which opened Nov. 6 at 152 S. Main, in the heart of the village. “We have a little bit of everything,*' Pittman said Tuesday, as she arranged displays in the attractive quarters, set off by a pat­ chwork floor covering of col­ orful carpet squares. In addition to a wide selec­ tion of crafts sold on consign­ ment, the store offers fresh flowers and silk arrangements and will provide delivery. An unsual feature is their “Rent­ a-floral” service in which showy silk flower baskets, bouquets and centerpieces can be rented for weddings, par­ ties or periodic changes of of­ fice decor. In the floral line, Pittman and Doyle also make dried arrangements of exotic plants from around the world aixl do special-order silk flower wreaths for cemetery plots, etc. An unusual service at “Pat­ ches -n- Posies’* is custom glass etching, done by Doyle. She will even make “house calls,” doing her original design work on location for customer convenience. Ex­ amples of her craft are seen on a glass-fronted furniture piece displayed in the showroom. Alteration of clothing is another special service of­ fered at the store. Wooden chests, shelves, toys, baskets, and fabric crafts are among the many consign­ ment items now available. “We keep adding things all the time,” noted Pittman. Information on con­ signments may be obtained by phoning 726-1350. The store is open from 9 to 6 Monday through Friday and from 9 to 2 Saturday. Pittman said Christmas items will be displayed after Thanksgiving. She and her daughter are planning an open house at the store Dec. 6. Vermontville Chamber making holiday plans Pilgrims and Indians dined together, just as they did at the first Thanksgiving feast. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) — hours — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 726-0319 M0F?iadyayhru COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR § Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml COBB Richard R. Cobb, Owner * Mich. uc. «i74B 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 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Vermontville’s annual Christmas Basket campaign will be spearheaded again this year by the local Chamber of Commerce. Receptacles for donations of canned good, nonperishible foods and toys have been placed in various business places in the village, according to Ricki Hill, Chamber treasurer. Cash donations also are being accepted. Hill said unwrapped toys are especially needed. There was a shortage of toys in last year’s drive. Thirty-seven needy families of the community have already registered with Eaton County Social Services to receive the baskets. Included in that number, said Hill, are 61 children, only six ofwhom are teen-agers. All others are elementary school age or younger. The collection boxes will be in place until Dec. 18, but donations can be made until the 20th by taking the goods directly to Hill’s home or to Vermontville Hardware. After Chamber volunteers pack the baskets, they will be delivered Dec. 21 by members of Vermontville Fire Department. In other holiday activities, Santa Claus will make a stop at the village's historic Opera House at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, to distribute candy and talk to youngsters of the community. A Christmas tree placed in the Opera House by the Ver­ montville Woman’s Club is to be decorated Wednesday, Nov. 27, by students of the Maplewood Elementary class that brings in the most donated goods for the community Christmas Basket project. Also again this year, the Chamber is sponsoring its an­ nual holiday lighting contest to recognize householders and merchants who exhibit the best holiday decorations. The contest is open to those living in the greater Vermontville area, but in order to give everyone a fair chance, win­ ners will be limited to those who have not won the honor in the past three years, said Hill. Top prizes of $15 each will be awared in two residential categories: traditional theme and contemporary decor. Owner of the winning business display will receive a year’s free membership in the Chamber of Commerce. The annual membership dinner of the Chamber will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at the Ole Cookstove Restaurant in Vermontville. Election of offices is on the agenda. Teresa Doyle (left) and her mother, Eileen Pittman, show a few of the numerous items now available at their new store in Vermontville's business district. j Happy 21st Birthday CHRIS On November 27th x Have Fun In Las Vegas! j Love... Mom & Dad, Gordie and Kasi, ■ Dennis and Kathy (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH MMfl STCCCT PH jSr.. MCBMOnTMIlie. MICHiC^n 49096 hashniug (517)852-1717 TOO NEW FOR PICTURE! *3 bedroom, 1 'A bath home with garage •Newer deck, satellite dish •EXCELLENT COUNTRY HOME I *4-5 bedrooms, located on approx. 1 acre *1 'A baths, some new carpeting •Above ground pool •Super property priced to sell at $59,500 •Large 2 story home located on a corner lot *3-4 bedrooms, 1 'A baths •Two bedrooms, two baths •Located on 4 lots — 2 are tree covered •Charlotte Schools •1987 mobile home •Located on approx. 1 acre (CH-113) *3 bedroom, 2 bath home •Approx. 1 acre ’Good location! (CH-112) L-102. Wooded building site of approx. 2 acres located in the Sunfield/Mulliken area. Property has been perked. Land contract terms. L-99. Approx. 20 acres with older barn and garage. Property has been perked. Land contract terms. L-101. Vacant lot.......................................................................................................... located in Hastings. L-100. 2 vacant lots located at Jordan Lake with access. Only $8,900 for both with land contract terms. — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. lee* Marge Anftews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swaa (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris SUnton 5434598 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1991 — Page 10 This Week in SPORTS... Lady Lions lose district opener to Middleton-Fulton 46-29 by Todd Tubergen Sports Editor The Maple Valley girls basketball team was looking forward to the district tournament, of which it was the host team. After all, regular season records can be thrown out the window at tournament time. The districts give teams that may have struggled somewhat in the regular season a chance to start anew. But for the Lady Lions, the district tournament turned out to be a metaphor for the entire season. The cold-shooting Maple Valley team lost to MiddletonFulton in Monday's opener 46-29. Fulton advanced to the tournament finals, where it lost to Pewamo-Westphalia 54-50 Friday night. The loss ends the young Lions season with a 10-11 overall record. Maple Valley had its chances to score in the first half, but the continued inability to convert those oppurtunities proved costly. "We had a rough night shooting," Lion coach Jerry Reese said. "We had some makeable shots, but we just couldn't get them to fall." Maple Valley connected on five of 30 field goal attempts in the first half. Meanwhile, Fulton was shooting an even 50 percent from the floor. The result was a 25-11 deficit for the Lions. Maple Valley played Fulton relatively even in the second half, but the damage was already done. Fulton led 33-19 after three quarters. The Lions finished the game shooting 12 of 54 for 22 percent. Junior Jennifer Phenix led Maple Valley with 15 points, while Janet Boldrey added 10 points. The pair combined for all but four of the Lion points. Fulton was led by Heather Canfield with 19 points and Cindy Zapoli with 10. To the editor Lakeview Lanes Ph. 374-4881 No such thing as 'safe' sex To the editor: Regarding the letter in the Nov. 12 Maple Valley News: there is no such thing as “safe sex. ” Condoms are not safe they leak. Our all-wise God has or­ dained that sex be reserved for after marriage. When we break His rule of conduct, many social and physical pro­ blems beset. AIDS and abor­ tion are only two. Mary E. Smith Vermontville ^1101,1 DAYtr specials Maple Valley's Leigh Stine (55) pops a short jumper in the lane as MiddletonFulton's Brandi Redman (54) defends. Fulton, which ended the Maple Valley season with a 46-29 win on Monday, lost to Pewamo-Westphalia in the district finals on Friday 54-50. Sale Ends November 30,1991 16’x7’ Ribline woodgrain Garage Door Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment Was $339 NOW... £ $298" LEE’S TV REPAIR IS NOW OPEN IN VERMONTVILLE. 458 S. Main St. Phone 517-726-1379. Open Monday thru Friday. Satellite Service. 9 x7’Ribline woodgrain Garage Door Was $238 • ^0 VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING licensed and insured. Free estimates. 543-1002. For Sale NOW....................... CHOCOLATE, CHOCO­ LATE! FILLINGS, FILL­ INGS! MOLDS, MOLDS! FRIENDLY, FRIENDLY! CANDYLAND-963-1010. Garage Door Opener 1/2 HP Lift-Master Was $219.99 NOW $16995 Lift-Master The Professional Line Garage Door openers □Storm Door □ Entrance Doors □Garage Doors □ □ □ installation Available Garage Door openers windows Roofing & Siding Check • Licensed & insured A-A Distributing Inc 517 W. Lovett, Charlotte 1-800-876-9474 • (517) 543-0995 Sales & Service Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 to 5; Sat. 9 to 5 FOR SALE: Spinet-Console piano bargain. Wanted: Respon­ sible party to takeover monthly payments on piano. Can be seen locally. Call 1-800-327-3345. WOOD STOVE $300. 517-852-9334 or 945-2604. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings.____________________ POWERS SERVICE will be closed November 25th through November 30, 1991, for vaca­ tion. Jim Powers. EARN EXTRA MONEY SELLING Avon. Call Kathy, 868-7423. FACTORY WORKERS Alto area company has • sanding, buffing, and light assembly openings available. High starting wages for the non­ experienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope­ nings coming in every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be given immediate con­ sideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal I.D. Never a fee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock'a complete line of ... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN «:3O A.M. • 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY 698-7979 (EOE) Three Bldgs. South of corner ol M-37/44th Street or 4595 Broad­ moor, S.E., Suite 150 (located in the Kent­ wood Corporate Complex)* K tox 726-0088 (517) 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �M°Ple Va"ey NeWS' NaShvi,'e* TueSday’ November 26. 1991 g Nashville Boy Scout achieves 'Eagle Scout' rankina by Susan Hincklevy Hinckleyv --------- StaffWriter Chris Mudry, a member of Nashville Boy Scout Troop No. 176, was awarded scouring’s highest honor Sunday. The Eagle Scout rank was conferred on Mudry in an im­ pressive afternoon ceremony at Nashville United Methodist Community House. The son of Paul and Helen Mudry of rural Woodland, Chris is a senior at Maple Valley High School. As part of his qualification for the Eagle rank, Mudry completed a service project that involved extensive im­ provements to the Maple Valley School Forest located south of Hastings, west of M-37 in Section 16 of Baltimore Township. “This ceremony brings to a close many months and hours ofwork by Chris for the Eagle rank” Scoutmaster rank, S Dale Ossenheimer Jr. told the audience gathered for the occasion. Mudry devoted 208 hours Scoutmaster Dale Ossenheimer Jr. congratulates over a period of eight months new Eagle Scout Chris Mudry with the traditional leftto the project. After drawing handed Boy Scout handshake. up initial plans, he cleared and marked old trails through the haul logs to the bridge sites;; Lumber and Jack Smith 40-acre plot, designed and Don Rasey of Hometown donated materials; Russ constructed two foot bridges, and built three wildlife shelters for wood ducks or other small animals. “The hardest part was rebuilding the trails,” said Mudry, explaining that he first had to locate the original Maple Valley chocolate or whole milk is mapped paths which had Jr.-Sr. High School served with each meal. become obscured by Lunch Menu vegetation. Fuller St. School Wednesday, Nov. 27 Mudry credited others for *Salad, *P-izza, corn, Wednesday, Nov. 27 helping with the overall apple. Sliced turkey, mashed project. Thursday, Nov. 28 potatoes, gravy/dressing, He said Mike Meyers Thanksgiving Day. No sweet potatoes, cutie pie. brought in a team of horses to School. Thursday, Nov. 28 Friday, Nov. 29 Thanksgiving Day. No No School. School. Monday, Dec. 2 Friday, Nov. 29 *Salad, *Ravioli, *Mac. No School. and Cheese, green beans, ap­ Monday, Dec. 2 ple, bread and butter. Cheeseburger/bun, baked Tuesday, Dec. 3 beans, fruit mix. *Salad, *Sloppy Jo’s/bun, Tuesday, Dec. 3 *Com Dog, french fries, Comdog, peas, fruit jello. peach crisp, com bread, salad NOTE: Choose one entree. bar. Ala carte at extra cost. A NOTE: *Choose one en­ choice of lowfat white or tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A chocolate or whole milk is choice of lowfat white or served with each meal. Salads sold daily.- School Lunch Menus Century Furnace 8090 Efficient TOOLS • Heating^ • Air Conditioning • Sales & Service We also do custom sheet metal work walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans.. 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml » 616-527-2724 Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 27 Burritos, peas and carrots, peaches. Thursday, Nov. 28 Thanksgiving Day. No School. Friday, Nov. 29 No School. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. Cerney helped cut the lumber; Paul Kessler gave advice on bridge construction; and Mike Javor did trucking. Besides completing the forest improvements, i Mudry had to earn 21 merit badges to qualify as an Eagle Scout. In earlier steps toward the top rank, he was involved in two other community service pro­ jects: assisting with pioneer craft demonstrations for the public at Charlton Park, and working as a volunteer with his minister through the Zion Lutheran Church near Woodland. Mudry also has served as Senior Patrol Of­ ficer of his troop. His record of scouting achievements had to be reviewed and approved by the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America before Mudry could be named an Eagle Scout. “On an average nationwide, only one in 100 Scouts earns the rank of Eagle,” said Ossenheimer. Mudry is the third Scout from Troop No. 176 to earn that top rank in the past eight years. Mudry’s troopmates and other Scout leaders and parents took part in Sunday’s ceremony. Eagle Scout Lee Ossenheimer administered the Eagle oath to Mudry. Helen Mudry had the honor of pinning the Eagle Scout badge on Chris’ uniform, and her husband bestowed the blue Eagle scarf on their son. Mr. and Mrs. Mudry received pins, presented by Chris, that identify them as parents of an Eagle Scout. Dairy tour set Dec. 11 Nashville Baptist Church presents a CHRISTMAS MUSICAL Dr. Newheart” By Kathie Hill TWO BIG PERFORMANCES Sat., Dec. 7 • 7 PM Sun., Dec. 8*7 PM The 1991 Dairy Tour will begin at 9:30 a.m. Wednes­ day, Dec. 11, at the Ritter Farm, 5640 King Highway, south of Potterville (take M-100 south out of Potterville to King Highway, then go east). “If you enjoyed our Scrooge musical, you will love Dr. Newheart” Everyone is Welcome Lunch will be $4 per per­ son. Lunch is sponsored by Eaton Farm Bureau Co-op. For further information call the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office at 543-2310. Ply Gems Paneling SALE New SAND PETALS Regular *16.49 COUNTRY LINEN $1095 ROYAL BOUQUET $*1449 Regular *16.49 CANTERBURY OAK Regular *12.95 BRIARWOOD Regular *11.75 Abitibi Paneling New PEARLESCENCE Regular *16.75 ffitmksqiviiL Cenitterpniiecrpes c — Custom-made for your table. Order early. Plan to Attend Our 1st Christmas AU Fall Dried, Flowers December 7th • 9 am to 5 pm Register to WIN! Our Door Prizes* — Refreshments — 107 N. Main, Nashville • 852-2050 Regular *16.50 ............................. ............................. DESERT MIST Regular *17.95 Beautiful... $1449 Regular *12.49 FLORAL WHISPER Mapes Family Florist! The responsibilities that come with the top rank call for an Eagle Scout always to live with honor and with loyalty, tto be courageous, to be cheerful, and to be of service. The virtues are symbolized by various colors in the Eagle badge. Mudry, 18, is now a member of the U. S. Navy Reserves and plans to go into active service immediately following his graduation from high school in June. ............................. SILVER MIST Regular *17.95 ............................. P T SWIRL $<*1449 $1495 $*1549 $1549 Regular *9.99 ................................. $8" Domtar Drywall $324 1/2X4x8 ..................................... hometown; LUMBER YARD VISA 852-0882 �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1991 — Page 12 Due to getting the proper licenses changed over to our name, we are currently unable to accept WIC, sell Lottery and beer and wine. Signs will be posted and our ads will announce when our licenses go through. Vermontville OPEN Mon.-Fri. 8 to 8; Sat. 8 to 6; Sun. 9 to 3 W > B fl* 160 S. Main, Vermontville fl* BF f 726-0640 PRICES GOOD NOV. 25 THRU 30, 1991 WE WILL BE CLOSED THANKSGIVING DAY Frozen Boneless Who,le Turkeys Cp A■ 7/ Q Hams Sliced Sirloin Tip Roast 22’ 12-20 lbs Halves 79* $189j Cook’s Smoked Picnics Chicken Leg Quarters DOUBLE COUPONS Every Friday Up to 50c 99*. 39* on Manufacturers’ Coupons WE CAN NOW ACCEPT FOOD STAMPS Freshlike WE WILL PROCESS DEER Cail 726-0640 Vegetables Whole Kernel or Cream ** Style Corn, Cut Green Beans, French Style Beans jliyiiii,-;r.iiiiunw-;"” zy Coke Products Oven Fresh Dinner Rolls 12-Pack 79c Sunshine Hi Ho Pineapple $159 79* JL Deming’s 20-oz. Pink Salmon Kellogg’s Croutettescr o u t e tt e s S T U F F IN G M IX $199 $129 -A, JL 6-oz. box Regular or Butter Crisco 4 Roll Pack 89* Northcrh Heatherwood Farms Vitamin D JS1. 11 I* 1 Milk GAL Morsels $199 JL Bath Tissue 14.7-oz. Nestle’s Semi-Sweet Shortening RH 16-oz. + Dep. Northern S Crackers ShurfimTCrushed or _Sliced PINEAPPLE 89* 2 Liter 3-lb 4i Nt estl2e Liquid Tide � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-12-03.pdf 0cadf4c569f8d0e7b48e8df8553901f6 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRAS! 121S CHURCH ST. RUSTINGS, Ml 49058-1893 »*** »* *49os* os* . Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49050 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 18 — Tuesday, December 3, 1991 Nashville Masons Lodge holds annual 'Awards Dinner* Awards recognizing a dozen men for their longtime membership in the Nashville Lodge No. 255, F. & A. M. were announced at the organization's annual awards dinner Friday evening, Nov. 22, at the Masonic Temple in Nashville. Of the 12, four were in at­ tendance for the occasion. The others are now living or wintering out of state or were ill and unable to be present to receive the pins and cer­ tificates awarded by Harold Hansen, Nashville Lodge Master. Those present to receive the awards were Maynard Mathis, Muri Hammond and Gerald Reed, all honored for 40 years membership, and Raymond “Pete” Dull, 25 years. The others, not present to recieve the awards in person were Dr. Neil McLaughlin and Marian Vincent, both 60-year members; Harold Kinney, 50 years; Kenneth Barnes, Richard Barnes, Vermontville will not have primary election Five Republicans file for 3 council positions J-Ad Graphics News Service Five Republican candidates vying for three seats on the Nashville Village Council will necessitate a February primary election, but in Ver­ montville a mix of Republican and Democratic candidates has spared that village the cost of conducting a primary. In Nashville, five Republicans met last Tues­ day’s deadline for filing nominating petitions for three, two-year seats opening on the village council in the spring. Incumbent Trustees Ted Spoelstra and Forrest Burd will be challanged by newcomers Jeffrey Beebe, Arthur Drake and Richard Tobias. Trustee Richard Chaffee Jr. announced at the last council meeting that he was interested in running for re-election, but did not wish to appear on the ballot as either a Republican or a Democrat. Under Michigan law he cannot run as an Independent candidate because that party did not ap­ pear on the ballot in the last presidential election held in the state. Chaffee said that he will meet a December deadline to file a nominating petition as a “no party” candidate in the general election. Nashville Village President Ray Hinckley, Clerk Rose Heaton and Treasurer Lois dent Bill Mason. Democrats Elliston, all Republicans, are Richard Harmon and Ruth unopposed candidates for re­ Wineman, both newcomers to election. the village political scene, In Vermontville, Village also have filed as candidates. President Sue Villanueva and There is one, two-year Clerk Sharon Stewart, both trustee term opening on the Democrats, and Treasurer Vermontville council. Kay Marsh, a Republican, Democrat Lloyd Woelver, a also are unopposed. newcomer, is the only can­ Four candidates, two didate who filed for that post. Republicans and two ( Incumbent Trustees Russ Democrats, have filed for Bennett, Michael Trumbull three, four-year trustee seats and Sharon Faust decided not opening in the spring on the to seek re-election to their Vermontville village council. seats. Trustee Nyle Wells, now Nashville's primary elec­ serving on the council as an tion is set for Feb. 17. The appointee, will seek election general election in both com­ as a Republican, as will munities will be March 9. former Vermontville Presi- Richard Ewing, Lloyd Priddy and Cedric Root, each 40 years. In addition, special honorariums were given to James Schutlz, Clayton Newland and Murray Stall. Recognition also was paid to those members who con­ tributed to lodge projects dur­ ing the past year. Among these are included the Adopta-Highway project, a state campaign in which organiza­ tions volunteer to clean up roadside litter along several miles of designated roadway. The local lodge handles a stretch of M-66 north of Nashville. Hansen said Nashville lodge members also have worked at fund-raisers during the past year, including the Nashville Syrup Assocation project in which two lodge members earned $600 to donate to the lodge. Others helped with parking and ticket sales at the Barry County fairgrounds, See Masons, page 2 Christmas concert to be held Sunday Dec. 8 There will be a Christmas Concert Sunday, Dec. 8, at 3 p.m. at the Maple Valley High School gymnasium. Performance by the junior and senior high school bands, as well as the community band and choir, are scheduled. The junior high band will play three numbers: “Christmas Moods,” “A Carol for Everyman” and “Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” The community band will also play three numbers: “An Old English Christmas,” “The First Noel” and “Joyful All Ye Nations.” The senior high band will perform four arrangements: “March of the Belgium Paratroopers,” “White Christmas,” “What Child is This” and “Sleigh Ride.” There will be a reception held in the cafeteria im­ mediately following the con­ cert. Free-will donations are welcome. 'Wish Upon a Star' local campaign to brighten Christmas Michele Hoffman (left) and Lois Elliston last week launched Nashville's annual "Wish Upon a Star cam­ paign part of the Community Christmas Basket program.. Donors select a star from the tree, buy and wrap the listed item and place it under the tree. (The number-coded star must be attached to the package to asssure delivery to the correct child.) Clothing and toys are favorite requests. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Christmas morning will see dreams come true for many Nashville area youngsters who are “wishing upon a star.” The fifth annual “Wish Upon a Star” campaign was launched last week as part of the community’s traditional Christmas basket program. It ensures that each child in registered needy families receives three new Christmas toys of other gifts of choice in a $5 to $12 range. The 1991 campaign was launched Monday at the Nashville office of Hastings City Bank when co-chairs Michele Hoffman and Lois Elliston hung the first round of stars on a Christmas tree in the bank’s lobby. Each star lists the age and sex of a child, plus his or her top gift wish. Those in the community who wish to brighten a child’s holiday may pick a star from the tree, shop for the listed gift, wrap it (being sure to at­ tached the star to the package), and place it under the tree in the lobby before 4 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16. After the first round of wishes is fulfilled the second batch of stars will be placed on the tree, to be succeeded by the third. Organizers hope that all wishes of each registered child will be filled by the deadline. Elliston stressed that in order to avoid duplication, gifts must be placed under the tree by Dec. 16. Last year, she said, 15 stars taken from the tree had not been returned by the deadline. Not knowing who had taken them and wishing to ensure a happy holiday for all the registered children, organizers used cash donations to buy the missing gifts shown on a master list. At the last minute, however, as final packing was under way at United Methodist Church on Friday night, “Star” donors brought in the missing 15 gifts, creating a duplication. “If for some reason they can’t get the gift in to the bank by the deadline they should call me or Lois to let us know,” said Hoffman. Packing of the “Star” gifts is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 17, at the church; food baskets will be prepared on Friday, the 20th. The combin­ ed units may be picked up anytime from 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday, Dec. 21, at the United Methodist Com­ munity House. “Right now we have 44 families,” said Elliston last Monday. Nearly 80 children, from infants to teen-agers, are in­ cluded. Eligible families are referred by the Department of Social Services, local chur­ ches, schools, organizations and concerned individuals. The “Star” program has been very successful. Last year all the children’s wishes were granted. Canned goods and packaged foods for the Christmas baskets will be collected again this year in boxes placed at the Nashville branch of Hastings City Bank, at Eaton Federal Savings Bank, at Carl’s Market, and at local churches. Maple Valley schools con­ ducted a food collection that was turned in to organizers last week. “We get a lot of canned goods from the schools,” noted Elliston. “The kids are very generous.” Canisters to collect cash donations to the Community Christmas Basket program have been placed at various businesses in village. Contributions to the pro­ gram also may be made at the Nashville branch of Hastings City Bank, said Elliston. The donor should state a preference whether it goes to the food program or to the “Star” project. The money that goes into the latter will be used to buy gifts listed on stars that remain on the tree after the deadline. Those who wish to select a star, but who do not have time to shop for the listed gift can make a donation for that specific item and organizers will see that the gift is pur­ chased and wrapped. Hoffman noted that many of the requests this year are for clothing. She said that both she and Elliston enjoy taking care of the final shopping ex­ pedition to fulfill the children’s wish list. Anonymity of the youngsters is insured by assigning each star an iden­ tification number that cor­ responds to names on the con­ fidential list of families registered for the Christmas Basket program. In This Issue ... • Cub Scouts hold father-son cake bake • Santa to help Maple Valley cheerleaders • Holiday home tour this weekend • Nashville sailor takes part in ‘Fleet Week’ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1991 —, Page 2 Hastings Fourth Annual ‘Holiday Home Tour' set for Sunday Dec. 8 Simmering. fJoljfourri, garland-wrappe# * -staircases, flickering candles, 'a hQndaywelcomingi Holly-- Trolley, friends an*ci■“•perhaps snowflakes will be part of the fourth annual Holiday Home Tour in Hastings Sunday, Dec. 8. Featured homes on the tour this year include those owned by: • Larry and Dorothy Con­ klin, 1730 N. Broadway, an elaborate ranch-style house that is a sort of private museum of treasures from around the world. • Dale and Diane Hoekstra, 1740 Jacobs Circle, English Tudor exterior with a contemporary design inside that includes a sunken living room. • Jim and Marcia Mellen, 1480 E. Mill, a restored far­ mhouse not far from the city limits. • Wayne and Ardith Knop, 1050 E. Mill, a newer energy­ efficient home made of foot­ thick Styrofoam walls and triple-paned windows. • Larry and Barb Case, 301 S. Park, a redecorated older city dwelling that is home to three small children, and is unofficially this year’s “kid’s house.” • Don and April Tubbs, 411 W. Center St., another older city home fashioned with an assortment of antiques. This yearly event, which helps to usher in the Christmas season in Barry County, will begin with a hospitalty hour at Emmanuel Episcopal Church at 315 W. Center St., from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Homemade cookies, hot cider, coffee and tea will be served, along with the sounds of holiday music played by pianist Betty Williams. Money raised from the tour will be given to the Barry County chapter of the American Cancer Society. Organizers hope to raise $1,000 which will be used for research, local public educa­ tion programs, monetary aid for area cancer patients, and wig cleaning and styling. “This is the main fundraiser for the Cancer Society,” said Judy Lenz, this year’s tour chairwoman. “They used to go door to door. They no longer do that because they | V.F.W. Post 8260 — Nashville, Ml PENNY SUPPER December 7,1991 5:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Swiss Steak & Stuffed Pork Chops Serving... I Chairperson — Genny Allen — NO SUPPER IN JANUARY — j couldn’t get people’ to (go door to door). This is the biggie.” The cost of this year’s tour is $6, which includes unlimited rides on the Holly Trolley to and from the tour homes. Two of the homes are within walking distance of the Episcopal Church. The trolley will circulate between the Mill Street, Broadway and Jacobs Circle homes every 20 minutes or so. The nearby First Presbyterian and First Methodist churches will allow additional parking in their lots across the highway. Tickets, which include maps to the six homes, will be available at the church from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. the evening of the tour. Tickets may be bought in advance at Bosley Pharmacy, the Christmas Cot­ tage (next to Subway Subs), Barlow Florist, WBCH and the Music Center. For more information, con­ tact Judy Lenz at 945-4634. Book Fair Dec. 9-13 A book fair will be held in the high school library Dec. 9-13. There will be a wide range of titles. Allowing kids to select the books they want to read encourages reading and helps increase their knowledge. The book fair is a fundraiser for the school. Parents who send checks with their students should make them payable to Maple Valley schools. Parents who wish to attend are invited to visit any time during the fair. Hours will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency Among the 12 men honored for their longtime Masonic membership at Nashville Lodge No. 255 are (from left) Gerald Reed, Muri Hammond, Maynard Mathis and Raymond "Pete" Dull. At right is Harold Hansen, lodge master, who made the award presentations. Eight other honorees were unable to attend the event. Masons honored, continued from front page ---------earning $500 for the lodge. The local lodge is involved in various programs that help the local community, noted Hansen, such as contributing to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund and making donations to the annual Christmas Basket projects in Nashville and Vermontville. The local lodge also spon­ sors two “adoptees” who reside in the Masonic Home at Alma. James Schultz of Kalamazoo was the awards dinner speaker, with the topic of “Masonry, Past and Present.” An honored guest at the event was Edward Tudor, age 90, of Hastings. He has been involved in Masonry for 68 years; is a member of Hastings Lodge. No. 52, and an honorary member of the Nashville Lodge. Hansen said Tudor has presided over more than 250 Masonic funeral rites. Edward Tudor, 90, of Hastings was an honored guest at the Nashville Lodge dinner. He has been ac­ tive in Masonry for 68 years. Good Shepard Church plans holiday bazaar Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass........... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. < Wednesday: Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 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 Meetin 7 p.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School... 10:15 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Christmas Bazaar will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, at 908 W. Main St. in Middleville. Handmade crafts, homemade baked goods, and soup and sandwiches will be served. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship...... 11:00 a.m. After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. 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 Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... ..7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................. ........ 7 REV. ALAN METTLER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School .... 11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 a.m. Church School .... 11a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vz mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service .......... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER INDEPENDENT CHURCH of CHRIST Meeting behind River Bend Travel Agency, State St. MINISTER: JIM SANDUSKY Phone 945-2026 P.O. Box 558, Hastings, Ml 49058 Sunday Services: 9: 30 a.m.. ...Bible School 10: 30 a.m Morn. Worship 6:30 p.m... Evening Worship Bible Study: 7:00 p.m Thursday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville Tuesday, December 3, 1991 — Page 3 Cub Scouts show creative skills at Father-Son cake bake The sky was the limit in the imagination and creative skills shown by 31 Nashville Cub Scouts in the annual FatherSon Cake Bake contest last Monday evening at Fuller Street School. Welboes, Bears, Wolves and Tigers of Troop No. 3176 took part in the competition. The traditional event calls for each scout to bake and decorate a cake at home with the help of his father. Scouting themes were promi­ nent in the display of confec­ tionary artistry. Judges for the event were Gloria Hummel and Pat Seffirau, Fuller Street School cooks. Instead of naming three top overall winners as in the past, the entries this year were judged within individual scout groups in three categories of competition: most original, most creative; and best Scout idea. In second-year Webelos, the entry by Chris Ewing was named the most original; Tom Powers, the most creative; and Lee Gould, best Scout idea. Chris Lentz’s entry was the most original in first-year Webelos; Brandon Garvey, most creative; and Josh Oleson, best Scout idea. In the Bears, Jason Warriner had the most original en­ try; Kenneth Mead, the most creative; and Brian Rumsey, the best Scout idea. Daniel Mace’s entry was the most original for the Wolves; Justyn Sealy, the most creative; and David Rumsey, the best Scout idea. In the Tiger Cubs, Nichols Mapes’ entry was the most original; Mike Mead, most creative; and Jeff Taylor, the best Scout idea. An open class competition allowed entries by siblings of the Scouts. Here, Amanda Rumsey’s entry was most original; Jeff Rumsey, most creative; and Bethany Adams had the best Scout idea. Prizes of scouting items, in­ cluding flashlights, pens and Frisbees, were awarded. In some ofthe past contests, cakes have been auctioned after judging, but now the Scouts are allowed to take their cakes home for their families to enjoy. Many moms and dad were in the audience Monday to hear the announce­ ment of winners. Santa has agreed to help Maple Valley cheerleaders with a fund-raiser for new uniforms by appearing at JH Photographic in Nashville Saturday to talk to local youngsters. Varsity cheerleaders who will assist him are (from left, back row) Marcie Reid, Mandi Goodnoe, Darcy Schantz, Julie Huckendubler, (from left, front row) Jamie Joseph, Dawn Root, Janice Mater, Amy' Roscoe and Becky Corkwell. Contributions for scholarship fund announced— H. Hugh Hickok, Vermont­ ville Womans Club, Greta Firster Estate, Paul and Rosemary Housler, and Margaret Bateman Memorial join the listing of 1991 Funders of Maple VAlley Memorial Scholarship Foundation. Greta Firster is the first per­ son to have named the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation in her will, from which money has been received. Vermontville Womans Club, Patrons of MVMSF, continued their support with an additional $100 donation. H. Hugh Hickok donated in memory of his father, Ward B. Hickok, NHA 16. Paul and Rosemary Housler designated their Funders gift in memory of Delabelle Murphy. Homer and Joan Winegar donated in memory of Henry Joppie, George Frith, Quma Smith, Milton Lamb? Geneva Brumm and Harold Christianson. Donations in memory of Margaret Bateman have been received from Gertrude Mon­ tgomery, Elmer and Junia Jarvie, the Robert L. Todd Fami­ ly, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, Jules Dingerson, Friends at Pontiac General Hospital and Alcie Johnson. Additional donations have been received from Elmer and Junia Jarvie in honor of Homer and Irma Joppie’s 60th anniversary, Gertrude Mon­ tgomery in memory of Geneva Brumm and Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter in memory of Rolland Baker and Tekla Snow. Stay in out of the cold. At Eaton Federal’s Drive-Up ATM, you can do your banking without ever leaving the comfort of your car. So don’t be left out in the cold .....open your Statement Savings Account and get your SPIRIT CARD today to start enjoying the convenience of using Charlotte’s only DRIVE-UP ATM. Plus you can use your SPIRIT card at all MAGIC LINE and CIRRUS locations. AT EATON FEDERAL WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS. Eaton Federal FDIC FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office — Charlotte — 543-3880 Nashville — 852-1830 Eaton Rapids — 663-1551 Olivet — 749-2811 INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9:00-4:30, Saturday 9:00-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past... Cage season, auto tag delay were news back in 1923 by Susan Hinckley The start of Nashville High School’s 1923-24 basketball season was of interest to local readers 68 years ago this week. Other news of the day in­ cluded the state’s legislative delay in making 1924 auto licenses available to the public, an auto crash involv­ ing a local lawman, and im­ provements to M-79 west of town. Details on these and other stories appeared in the Nashville News Dec. 6, 1923: Basketball season opens Fri­ day night Nashville lovers of basket­ ball will crowd the opera house Friday night of this week to get their first glimpse of this season’s high school team in action. Their adversaries will be the Woodland team, which is said to be a speedy one, and is expected to give the home hopes a real contest. Nashville has more players out hoping to make the team this season than ever before, which means that those who come to be recognized as “regulars” will have to keep up to the high notch all the time in order to retain their places. Coach Rockwell has booked an ambitious schedule for the season, taking on Hastings, Eaton Rapids, Vermontville, Bellevue, Middleville, Lake Odessa and Woodland, and the schedule is filled for every Friday evening during the season, except during the holi­ day vacation. No license plates ’til Legislature acts Secretary of State DeLand has notified all his deputies around the state under no cir­ cumstances to sell 1924 licenses until after the special session of the State Legislature, which convened Tuesday noon. This action is taken on account of the cer­ tainty that legislation will be enacted at this special session, which will radically affect the prices of the new licenses for 1924. There’ is little doubt of the passage of some kind of a gasoline tax law, and with it undoubtedly will also be some changes in the present license rates on cars and trucks. Under the circumstance More Nashville High School basketball players were hoping to make the team in November 1923 than ever before, making stiff competition for "regular" spots on the squad. This NHS team 10 years later shows (from left) Maurice Purchis, Russ Partridge, Bob Ackett, Vernon Navue and Bill Roe, ready for action iin the old opera house (at left). Nashville did not have a gym until the Kellogg school addition was built iin all we fool drivers can do is to sit on our license money and await the result of the ex­ pected legislation. It will pro­ bably all be settled before the close of the year, so if we have our money and our ap­ plications ready, we can all make a grand rush under the wire and come up for the first of the year with our new license plates, all ready for business. In the meantime, you might be looking up your certificate of ownership of your car, for that old greenback certificate has to accompany the applica­ tion for a license, or you won’t get it. Autos collide on Main Street Undersheriff W. A. Quick, driving his new sedan, and Merle Hoffman’s new Star coupe, driven by his younger brother, engaged in a smash at the intersection of Main and Sherman streets Friday night. Quick was coming into Main Street from Sherman and turning south around the traffic pancake, while the Hoffman car was going south on Main Street, and they came togetherjust west ofthe traffic marker. (Note: The “ traffic pancake” was the cement base for a street light in the days when lights stood in the center of Nashville’s Main Street intersections.) Quick’s car received slight, injuries, aside from having a bumper tom off, while the Hoffman car will need new front and rear fenders on the left side. Fortunately no one was injured, and the owners ofthe cars are amicably going “50-50” on the repair bills. Work moving on M-79 The big steam shovel that has been altering the general contour of the Oversmith hill has completed its work there and has been moved to the hill at the Gribbin farm farther west, where there is additional work to be done before the machine is moved to the other big job at the Barryville hill. Gravel is going on the road, the first course being on as far west as the Otto Schulze place. The gravel is being taken from the old Clever pit, where a stone crusher has - Sale of new auto license plates was delayed in November 1923 with the Michigan dlegislature pondleired rh ate incNreashesilland pahsisaigte Jof ha Agasolli?ne tadIx Tifhi s ene, a dozen years earlier earlier, shows Nashville machinist JahrAayla? andI wife drive'" , ' bearin9 Q 1911 Michi9an plate. Note carsright-hand been installed to break up the rock accumulations of past years, and a gravel screener is also in operation. Wouldn’t plead guilty so got soaked plenty Glen Darrow and Charles Jakubowski of Wayland were arrested Nov. 17 by game wardens Millenbacker and Bera, and charged with hun­ ting ducks on Gun Lake after sundown. They denied their guilt and were brought to trial before a jury in Justice Selden’s court at Hastings Saturday morning. The jury found them both guilty and the judge told them they could stick $44.20 each into the county funds or go to jail for 60 days. They studied and wriggled and studied some more, but finally decid­ ed that they didn’t want to spend the Christmas holidays as guests of Sheriff Parker, so they laid down the currency. They will also have to pur­ chase new artillery before they go hunting again, as their guns were confiscated and turned over to the state arsenal. -Nashville stores make fine showing Not within our memory have the merchants of Nashville displayed so large and attractive lines of holiday goods as they are showing this year. In nearly every store, special displays greet one im­ mediately upon entering, and there are many attractive win­ dow displays. The newest novelties are being shown along with the old reliable staple goods, and there seems to be more of a Christmas spirit in the air than for many years past. The lines embrace full and complete stocks of all seasonable goods, and the buyer who can not find what he wants in the Nashville stores, and at a fair price, will be hard indeed to suit. It will pay, too, to get out and do your shopping early, while the various displays are at their best and the assort­ ments unbroken, and thus avoid the grand rush of the last few days. Local news — E. B. Townsend has been appointed local represen­ tative of the Standard Savings and Loan Association of Detroit, one of the best and strongest of such associations in the state. — Miss LaMoine Everts of Hastings, who has suffered for years with a seyere case of tuberculosis of the bone, had the affected limb amputated at Pennock Hospital Friday of last week and is getting along nicely, so the physicians are encouraged to hope for her complete recovery. Miss Everts, who lived for many years in Nashville, has a host of friends here who have wat­ ched her case with much in­ terest and whose good wishes go out to her in her affliction. — Miss Evelyn Tieche returned to her school at Al­ bion Monday afternoon, after spending Thanksgiving vaca­ tion at home. — Miss Gertrude Powers was home from Ypsilanti to spend the Thanksgiving vaca­ tion with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. E. Powers. Vermontville. — Clyde Surine of Camp — (Lakeview) Mr. and Custer visited his parents, Mr. Mrs. Simon Woolford enter­ and Mrs. J. E. Surine, Satur­ tained more than 50 friends at day and Sunday. Clyde has a dancing party Friday recently been promoted to the evening. office ofcorporal and at a nice — (Scipio) Mr. and Mrs. increase of salary. Fred Willison and family of — Wheat market is a trifle Charlotte have moved on the better, with upward tenden­ farm they recently bought of cy... Hog market dropping off Mr. Salmon. again. — (North Maple Grove) — The flu seems to be get­ Frank Smith attended the Hiting prevalent. Boys’ conference at Ann Ar­ — Mr. and Mrs. E. V. bor over the weekend...Edith Barker made a business trip to Parks visited the McKelvey Muir and Hastings Monday School Friday. and made an exchange of 40 — (Castleton Center) The acres ofland near Hastings for community extends deepest a 100-acre farm near Muir. sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. — (Smoky Road) Not a John Smith of East Castleton very large crowd gathered at in the loss of their little girl, Fred Butolph’s sale Wednes­ Clarabel,, with diptheria. day. Things did not sell as Clarabel used to attend school well as he expected. in the Shores district. — (North Castleton) — (Barryville) The Lowell Demond went as Thanksgiving dinner and juryman Monday, so he is at afternoon service was largely Hastings this week. attended at the church, and a — (Lakeview) The parent­ pleasant time enjoyed by all. teacher league meeting was The fruit, grain and vegetable held at the school house decorations were fine, and all Wednesday evening. Supper were raised on Rev. Willitts’ was served and a free-will of­ farm. fering was taken to buy dishes — (South Maple Grove) for the hot lunch club. A total There is a Christmas sale to be of $5.57 was received...A held at the Assyria church this few men turned out to the bee week Friday night, with a Saturday and built the garage chicken pie supper. at the school house. — (Castleton Center) Gil — (Martin Corners) Linsea was on the sick list part Several of the patrons of the of last week, caused from Martin school gathered at the having his teeth extracted. school house last Tuesday — (South Maple Grove) afternoon and listened to a Vem and Harold Gray left this nice little Thanksgiving pro­ week for Detroit, where they gram by the children, after have employment. which all enjoyed cake, jello — (Bellevue) Frank Silland popcorn balls. inger, 45, Hungarian laborer — (Maple Grove Center) at the Alpha Cement company Remember the Christmas sale plant, was killed Wednesday and aid dinner to be held at the afternoon when he became home of Mr. and Mrs. Carl caught in a screw conveyor in Moon Friday, Dec. 14. A cor­ the raw material department. dial invitation is extended to • He at the time was clearing all. out the raw cement from one — (North Assyria) Mr. and of the bins, but how the acciMrs. Henry Cheeseman of dent occurred no one knows, Pennfield visited at the home as there were no witnesses to of John Miller Wednesday. the tragedy. When found by They have rented the farm fellow workmen, the man was owned by Mrs. Jasper Miller, dead, no doubt by the loss of recently vacated by Glenn blood, as the left limb was Miller and family. -They ex- nearly severed from the body. pect to take possesion in Dr. Wasson was summoned March. and it was decided that no in— (North Maple Grove) quest would be necessary. Sam Smith is building an addi­ — (Kalamo) There was an tion to his henhouse...Sher- Armenian lady speaker at the man Swift is shingling his church Sunday, working for kitchen. the Armenian orphanage — (Guy Comers) Quite a fund, and the Near East Relief number from this way attend­ fund, getting quite a number ed the Eldon Sears dance of pledges. Among the many Saturday night. All report a trials with which they are fine time. beset she mentioned of how — (Four Comers) John the Turks took much of their Helvie drives a new car. crops as soon as they were — (Northwest Kalamo) harvested. They do it difMrs. Dean Mix has gone to ferently here — they wait until Chicago to spend the winter we get it all sold and then take with her daughter. the money — you can leave — (East Castleton) Mrs. yours with the tax collector Fred Dickinson has moved to any time now. her new home in THANK YOU.., To all the children who entered the colorinq contest. I J �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1991 — Page 5 Santa to help Maple Valley High School cheerleaders with uniforms Santa knows that Maple Valley cheerleaders need new uniforms, and he has promis­ ed to be in Nashville Satur­ day, Dec. 7, to do something about it. The Jolly Old Elf will be at JH Photographic from 10 a.m. until noon, and from 1 to 3 p.m. to visit with youngsters of the Maple Valley com­ munity. Photo packages will be available, but there is no obligation to buy. Proprietor Jim Hammond has agreed to supply the film and service to provide color portraits of children talking to Santa, and will turn proceeds of sales over to the Maple Valley cheerleaders, said coach Sandy Carpenter. “He is not making anything on it,” noted Carpenter. The photo packages range from $5 for an 8x10 portrait to $13 for a combination made up of one 8x10, two 5x7 photos with folders, and eight wallet-sized pictures. JH Photographic is located at 110 Maple St., in the former Nashville News office. Varsity cheerleaders will be at the studio to assist in the Prize-winning Webelos were (seated from left) Brandon Garvey and Chris Lentz, (standing from left) Lee Gould, Chris Ewing and Tom Powers. Missing from photo is Josh Oleson. Styles-R-Us ♦ How OLD you are is your t business. How YOUNG you look is our business. 224 N.Main — Nashville ♦ 852*1757 CORDUROY Flat Folds............... Prints...................... Z.99 yd. S4.99 yd. CHRISTMAS FABRICS 1/3 Off As Marked PENDLETON WOOL .. some with matching­ jacquard prints • SEWING MACHINE REPAIR BY MR. J fund-raiser. Also the same day, a bake sale at Carl’s Market will benefit the uniform fund. Junior varsity and freshmen cheerleaders will take charge of that event. Vermontville Scouts have community project completed In September, Vermontville Boy Scout Troop No. 648 painted the cement play fix­ tures in the village park. This was a community pro­ ject by the troop, which also helped individuals in rank ad­ vancement. The scouts were Jonathon Kay, Nick Milligan, Rusty Cox, Dan Shipman,. Brandon Harmon, Jim Thor­ ton and Jason Grasman. Supervising the project was troop scoutmaster Tom Kay and assistant scoutmasters Roger Grasman and Debra Grasman. The troop also participated in the fall backpacking camporee put on by the Manakiki District. The troop backpack­ ed everything six miles into Horner’s Woods (near Diamondale). There they picked out their own site, set up camp and cooked meals for two days. The troop also participated in three separate competitions with other troops in the district. They won second place in the campsite inspec­ tion competition. The troop, in living with the outdoor code of not leaving a trace, removed all evidence that they had been there. The troop hiked six miles back to the starting point. All the scouts and leaders said they enjoyed the camporee outing and looked for­ ward to going again. Barry County COA lunch menu and coming events set Wednesday, Dec. 4 Ham, sweet potatoes, Italian green beans, bread, oleo, applesauce. Thursday, Dec. 5 BBW beef, croccoli, corn, bread, oleo, cookie. Friday, Dec. 6 Meat loaf, gravy, mashed potatoes, peas, bread, jello. Monday, Dec. 9 Beef ee pepper sea steak wt with gravy, potatoes, 5-way mixed veggies, fruit. Tuesday, Dec. 10 Stuffed cabbage, corn, bread, baked apple. Events Wednesday, Dec. 4 Delton, blood pressure, Siegrist gift items; Nashville, The Old Timers. Thursday, Dec. 5 Nashville, bingo. Friday, Dec. 6 - Hastings, blood pressure; Nashville, popcorn. Monday, Dec. 9 - Hastings, bingo and popcorn, singing by Margaret Reid. Tuesday, Dec. 10 - All sites puzzles. Ph. 945-9673 HOLST CLEANERS PICM-W STATION Siblings of the Scouts who won in open class were (from left) Amanda Rumsey, Jeff Rumsey and Bethany Adams. We cordially invite you to join us for our... FIRST CHRISTMAS & ANNIVERSARY ...at... Mapes Family Florist SATURDAY 9 DEC. 7th Shop for decorations and home and business. Registerfor a DOOR PRIZE to be given during our Christmas Open House Enjoy Refreshments With Us! Mon.-Sat. Haiimiiimiiviiaiiauiiic - Maple Valley Athletic Boosters E I 218 E. Stale St., Hastings Bears, Wolves and Tigers with prize-winning cakes were (seated, from left) Jeff Taylor, Nicholas Mapes, Mike Meade, Brian Rumsey (standing, from left) David Rumsey, Justyn Sealy, Daniel Mace and Kenneth Mead. Missing from photo is Jason Warriner Mapes Family Florist BINGO I S "THURSDAY • S:15 P.M. * X Doors Open 5:31 • Eerly Birds 6:00 • ne • MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA VISA 107 NORTH MAIN NASHVILLE • 852-2058 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1991 — Page 6 Students set a record in support of local Christmas basket program by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer What is believed to be a record donation of food items for the community Christmas Basket campaign was con­ tributed last week by Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School. Donations of canned goods for the Nashville and Ver­ montville programs also came from the local elementary schools. “This is the most we have ever received (from the schools),” noted Lois Elllison, chairwoman of the Nashville campaign. She was on hand at the high school Wednesday, when a total of 1,662 canned goods and non-perishable food items were counted by the Maple Valley High School Student Council's Community Service Committee and divided for delivery to the two communities. Students serving on the committee were Holli Hale, chairwoman; Amy Roscoe; Aaron Patrick; Don Finkler; Jamie Joseph; Samantha Hughes and Blanca Serrano, a senior exchange student from Spain. Assistant Principal Bill Farnsworth served as advisor to the group. To add a little fun to the food drive, the committee organized a contest between first-hour classes to see which group could bring in the most items. The reward is a classroom pizza party for the winners. At the senior high level, teacher Steve Sanger’s firsthour chemistry class took top honors, turning in 465 items. Norma Acker’s writing for publication class turned in 240. In the junior high category, seventh-graders in Cindy Gatewood’s skills for adolescence class earned first place with 97 units; second was Denise Berry’s seventh­ grade math class, with 58. Elliston said that in addition to the contribution by Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High students, the Nashville Christmas Basket program received a total of 1,416 lbs. of goods from students at Kellogg and Fuller Street elementary OSECIRA GRANDPARENTS ARE GIVING SMARTER GIFTS THESE DAYS schools. Contributions by Maplewood students were donated to the Vermontville program. In Nashville, volunteers will pack Christmas Baskets for registered needy families Friday, Dec. 20, to have them ready for pickup at United Methodist Community House from 10 a.m. until noon the following day. In Vermontville, Chamber of Commerce volunteers will pack baskets to be delivered to registered needy families by the local fire department on Saturday, Dec. 21. Community contributions to the Christmas Basket pro­ grams may be made at boxes now in place at various business locations in Nashville and Vermontville. Cash contributions to the pro­ grams also are being accepted at banks in each community: the Hastings City Bank office at Nashville and the Indepen­ dent Bank at Vermontville. In Vermontville, unwrap­ ped toys also are being ac­ cepted in the food drive boxes. In Nashville the “Wish Upon a Star” campaign will take care of Christmas gifts for needy children ofthe com­ munity. (See related story elsewhere in this issue.) The mountain of canned goods and staples collected by Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High students for community Christmas baskets is surveyed by Lois Elliston (right), head of the Nashville program. The committee that spearheaded the school drive are (back row left) Blanca Serrano, Samantha Hughes, Aaron Patrick, Amy Roscoe, Jamie Joseph, (front) Dan Finkler and Holli Hale. Nashville Baptist Church members to present Christmas musicale Finding just the right gift for your grandchild isn't as hard as you might think. Take a look at life insurance. That’s right, life insurance. 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The holiday season at Nashville Baptist Church will open this weekend with presentation of the Christmas musicale, “Dr. Newheart.” The cast is comprised of select members of the church’s adult and junior choirs, says Janet DeGroot, who with her daughter, Lynn Rigelman, directs the production. DeGroot is director of the adult choir, Rigelman has charge of the junior choir. The plot centers in the of­ fice of Dr. Newheart, played by Lisa Starkenburg, and in­ cludes her nurse (Carrie Mason), interns, orderlies and Over 50 group plans monthly potluck lunch Dec. 10 DOC OVERHOLT 3 bedroom bungalow, kitchen, dining room & living room, & 1 car garage on city lot in Lake Odessa. Lakewood Schools. Price $24,900! Call Don. (LO-394) NEW LISTING • LAKE ODESSA - CONGRATULATIONS “DOC”! Good 3 bedroom home with living room, dining room, kitchen & screened front porch. 2 car garage S extra pole building — large "park-like" yard with pond (fish included) & lots of trees (fruit & nut) & berries. 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LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! 15 miles to Battle Creek — 30 miles to Lansing. The "extra" 40 acres has been perk tested for sepfic(F-384) ACRE PARCEL Blacktop road. Land contract terms. (VL-359) 10 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) Maple Valley residents over 50 will meet again Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 12:30 p.m. in the junior-senior high school library. There will be a potluck, and those attending are asked to bring a dish to pass. Table ser­ vice and drinks will be furnished. Also bring a gift (no more than $2) for a gift exchange. There will be a Christmas pro­ gram following the potluck. For further information, call the Community Education office at 852-9275. Pink Ladies. A teen-ager named Erin, played by Becky Corkwell, has brought her friends to Dr. Newheart to find out why they are “in the dumps.” Written by Kathie Hill, the story tells the Christmas story in a unique and creative way, and has a happy ending. “Come and celebrate the season with us,” encourages DeGroot. The public is invited to attend. Two performances are scheduled. Both start at 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7, and Sunday, Dec. 8. Nashville Baptist Church is located at the intersection ofWashington and Phillips streets. to OUT Eaton County Sheriff joins Task Force Eaton County Sheriff Art Kelsey has been appointed by the Michigan Sheriff’s Association to sit on the New Drunk Driving Laws Im­ plementation Task Force. The new laws are designed to assure the removal ofdrunk drivers from Michigan roads. The laws will eliminate hard­ ship licenses for drunk drivers and set minimum penalties. Sheriff Kelsey also represents Michigan’s sheriffs as a member of the Infrared Breathhalzyer Task Force. Holiday Dec. 5-7 • 8:30-8 Who Attend g-n A name m /kmm M BbW DAILY DELIVERIES to...Nashville & 109 West State St. I tastings 945-5029 Middleville areas. Free deliveiy on $15.00 orders and up serving (he Nashville & Middleville areas since 1954 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1991 — Page 7 Nashville sailor participates in "Fleet Week The fog-shrouded Golden Gate Bridge provided a scenic backdrop to 17 U.S. Navy ships recently, when they sail­ ed into the bay recently to par­ ticipate in San Francisco’s 11th annual Fleet Week festivities. Petty Officer 2nd Class Rodney A. Godbey was one of 1,500 sailors participating in seven days of activities, in­ cluding a parade of ships, ship tours, and an aerial display by the Navy’s flight demonstra­ tion team, the Blue Angels. Godbey, the 27-year old son of Lester B. Godbey and Shirley Gardner, both of Nashville, is stationed aboard the guided missile cruiser, USS Texas, which recently returned from the Persian Gulf. “I operate and maintain the ship’s radar system,” he said. Godbey, a 1982 graduate of Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School, is a fire con­ trolman aboard the Texas. “During Operation Desert Storm, the Texas had a multi­ purpose mission,” he said. “It was the command and control station for minesweepers in our area of responsibility. We provided needed facilities and supplies to the minesweepers. We also provided anti-missile and anti­ aircraft protection for the air­ craft carriers.” The opportunity to par­ ticipate in Fleet Week was one of several things he finds rewarding about being in the Navy, Godbey said. “What I find most challeng­ ing about my job is keeping the equipment operational 100 percent of the time,” he said. “We have to have this equip­ ment working seven days a week, 24 hours a day.” BARBIE & KEN doll clothes, Cindy Walker, 726-0019 after 3:00 P.M._________________ CHOCOLATE, CHOCO­ LATE! FILLINGS, FILL­ INGS! MOLDS, MOLDS! FRIENDLY, FRIENDLY! CANDYLAND-963-1010. p to: t Eileen Pitman & Theresa Doyle ...on Opening Patches-N-Posies Everyday Specials ... 99 Hamburger The Ole Cookstove Food items can be left in the bags for pickup by the scouts Saturday, Dec. 7, beginning at 2 p.m. FAMILY RESTAURANT 174 South Main, Vermontville Phone 517*726-1144 Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! Petty Officer 2nd Class Rodney A. Godbey From Our Readers For Rent TWO BEDROOM house in Nashville, stove & refrigerator, no pets, $300 a month plus utili­ ties and deposit required. 945-5304 after 6pm. Help Wanted ACRYLIC SEALANT jobs. $15./hr. We train, full time/part time. 616-247-5226. Maple Valley eighth-grader supports new Middle School Dear editor: On Nov. 21, I received the following letter from Andy Swartz, an eighth-grade stu­ dent at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, and thought everyone in the school system should have an opportunity to read it. THE WINNING TEAM YOU Wtfo jAND the CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 mHPLE VHLkEY neww ...a localpaper oftoday! - ■! ~C---L--I-P—-T---H--I--S--—a-n---d-— S--A---V-“E IT!~lI | Let Us Do The Dirty Work I land You Can Have The! Fun of Refinishing THE FURNITURE STRIPPING BUSINESS 538 Sherman, Nashville J GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051. OPEN NIGHTS ’til 9:00 p.m. Cub Scouts to join Food Bank efforts Vermontville Cub Scouts will participate in “Scouting for Food” this week for the local food bank. Fliers and bags will be distributed Thursday after­ noon beginning at 3 p.m. Residents are asked to donate non-perishable food items to be distributed for the Christmas holiday to families in need. FOR SALE: Spinet-Console piano bargain. Wanted: Respon­ sible party to takeover monthly payments on piano. Can be seen locally. Call 1-800-327-3345. WOOD STOVE $300. 517-852-9334 or 945-2604. For Sale ★ stripping ★ Repair ★ Refinishing ★ Regluing — NEW HOURS — Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri. I 9:30-4:30 Saturday 8-12 noon Wednesday by chance ! Stuart and Elaine Southworth, Owners ■ Phone (517) 852-0943 I would also like to thank Andy for his interest and advice. I encourage all Maple Valley citizens to give the Board of Education guidance and advice, and especially school-age citizens. The following is the letter: Dear School Board President, Mr. Stewart: “I have recently noted we are hoping to add a middle school. This will help make the elementary and high school less crowded. It can also separate older kids from younger ones. “The elementary schools and the high school are over­ crowded. Teachers are teaching in rooms which are way too small. Also in the high school there are more teachers than rooms. The solution is to get more rooms NOT to get fewer teachers. “A middle school will separate the sixth-graders from the kindergarteners and the seventh-and eight-graders from the seniors. Special pro­ grams like band, music, art and Phys. Ed. will be easier for the teachers. There is also a need for a new gym, which could be put in a new middle school. “Sixth-graders can get a more high school-like en­ vironment. Teacers vronment. Teachers can work together with a more flexible schedule from day to day. ay. Such uc asone as one day a certain class could lastt two hours while another day the same class could last only half an hour. “A new middle school would be in the best interest for students and teachers. It would be well worth the time and money put into it. Sincerely, Andy Swartz” Harold Stewart, School Board President Christmas Classics- Pume&CL Siovetc ^CANDIES ANDIES « CD Holidays ft WRAPPING PAPER 3-Roll Pack WRAPPING SHIRT BOXES Boxed Cards by Hallmark. 3 Pack GLASS ORNAMENTS Color Reprints only 19$ !! 3" color reprints from color negatives only. 10 Bulbs TIN OF BUTTER COOKIES CHRISTMAS BOWS / 30 Ct. 7^—$ CURLING RIBBON 400 ft. No limit. .< | Valid December 1-31.1991 140 CHASING \LIGHT ■cQ. �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1991 — Page 8 W.K. Kellogg Elementary School honor roll set The following is the Honor Roll for the Kellogg Elemen­ tary School: Sixth Grade AU A’s Kristen Frith, Andy Heyboer, Rachael Pettengill, Adrienne Simmons, Jessica Smith, Danielle Watson. B Average or Better Donna Anderson, Terrance Augustine, Nick Blakely, Jed Brisco, Jeff Brzycki, Hillary Cates, Ben Covert, Chris Easey, Ryan Elliston, Amanda Finkler, Ricky Fowler, Jesi ly, Carrie Hardin, Brandon Phenix. B Average or Better Andy Adams, Sara Affolder, Judson Burpee, Cristina Desrochers, Chris French, Richard Genther, Teresa Gordon, Emilie Gould, Holly Green, Maria Green, Travis Hardin, Chris Hartwell, Lezlie Hay, Melissa Kellepourey, Pat Lowe, Tonya May, Jeremy Mix, Bethny Owen, Jessie Penn­ ington, Monelle Quick, Wes Quick, Tyler Robins, Melissa Scripter, Michael Skedgell, Mike Sulcer, Loma Symonds, David Taylor, Andy Thomp­ son, Stephanie Webb, Nicole Wilson. Fifth Grade All A’s Kevin Aspinall, Heidi Eber- Duracell announces annual scholarship competition The Tenth Annual Duracell/NSTA Scholarship Competition, which offers $32,500 in prize money to high school students, begins this month. Open to all ninth through Local youths place in Michigan 4-H rodeo Eight Eaton County 4-H members received awards at the State 4-H Rodeo finals at Michigan State University in September. Mark Huver of Nashville received the highest honor in his division by being named All-Around Senior Cowboy. Huver also placed first in senior bareback, tied for first in the saddle bronc riding NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics” Dr. Michael Callton • Back Pain • Neck Pain • Headaches • Leg & Arm Pains’ • Numbness & Tingling • Work Injuries • Auto Injuries •. • Sports Injuries • Farm Injuries NEW PATIENT PATI SPECIAL । Examination, X-Rays, I and Treatment...... ..................... S......... E.... 0... O... *..। I | MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES 12/12/91 127 S. Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-2070 | Dunham, Chris Ewing, Shawn Graham, Dustin Lon­ don, Andrea Mace, Tom Powers, Dewy Spicer, Trish Sloan, Janelie Sottillie, Aaron Treloar. competition, and took a fifth place in bull riding. Also in the senior division was Duff Laverty of Ver­ montville, placing first in full riding and third in bareback. Matt Huver of Nashville took fourth place honors in bareback riding, while Jamie Endsley of Bellevue placed fifth in break-away roping. Richard Seume of Bellevue was awarded ninth place for bull riding and Christina Houghton of Eaton Rapids won ninth place in goat tying. In the junior division, Jason Yerge of Bellevue placed tenth in both the bull riding and bareback competition. Sarah Yerge, also of Bellevue, participated in the junior novice events and received a third place in goat tying and sixth place honors in barrel racing. All of these 4-H members qualified to compete in the state 4-H rodeo by gaining top scores in certain events at 4-H rodeos held through the summer. For more information about the 4-H Youth program, call the Cooperative Extension Service office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Life is Unpredictable Hastings City Bank Isn’t. Once again, Hastings City Bank has qualified for Veribanc’s “Blue Ribbon” award. Their standards for financial strength, earnings, and asset quality — everything that’s made us such a strong and secure bank for 105 years. Based on our solid history, we can predict that our future will continue to build on a financial foundation of strength, integrity and quality. 12th graders in the United States and its territories, the Duracell/NSTA Scholarship Competition selects one first place, five second place and 10 third place scholarship winners each year. Cash awards are offered to another 25 students. Each entrant receives a gift from Duracell. To enter, students must design and build a batterypowered device and submit a written description, a wiring diagram, and a photo of the device by January 17, 1992. Entries are reviewed by an in­ dependent panel of scientists and teachers who judge the devices on creativity, prac­ ticality, energy efficiency, and on the clarity of the writ­ ten description. To enter, students must complete a form available from science teachers nation­ wide or by writing to: Duracell/NSTA Scholarship Competition, 1742 Connec­ ticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20009. Superintendent’s Corner The rest of the story BY Dr. Ozzie D. Parks Maintaining confidence and trust in your schools is important to everyone in the community. It can only be accomplished, however, ifeveryone does their part. Essential to this effort is to be sure that we determine, as a noted news reporter would say, “the rest of the story.” Stories and facts can change and become distorted over time and as they pass from one person to another. This is well il­ lustrated by a party game that involves whispering a story from one person to another in a line or around a circle. By the time the story reaches the last person it is very different from when it started. Ifyou haven’t played this game, you may want to try it. Consider the following example from another school. When a school auditor was reviewing the schools’ inventory, he in­ cluded the value of some old fuel oil in a storage tank. A rumor later circulated that the school had found some extra money which had been hidden in an old fuel oil tank. The rumor in­ cluded some facts, but was very distorted and therefore untrue. It certainly didn’t help build confidence and trust. We need your confidence and trust to fund and operate your schools effectively. Please help us by contacting us when something appears to be wrong. This gives us an opportunity to provide “the rest of the story.” We will all be the better for your efforts. Thanks in advance for your interest and efforts. School Lunch Menus Fuller St. School Wednesday, Dec. 4 Chicken nuggets/dip, mash­ ed potatoes, peach, butter sandwich. Thursday, Dec. 5 Pizza, green beans, pear. Friday, Dec. 6 Chili/crackers, pickle spears, applesauce, peanut butter sandwich. Monday, Dec. 9 Chicken pattie/bun, sweet potatoes, pineapple, cookie. Tuesday, Dec. 10 Spaghettios/meat, green beans, peach, peanut butter sandwich. NOTE: Choose one entree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Salads sold daily. Maplewood School Wednesday, Dec. 4 Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and but­ ter sandwich, fruit. Thursday, Dec. 5 Ravolli, mixed vegetable, bread and butter sandwich, pears. Friday, Dec. 6 Pizza, com, pickles, mixed fruit. Monday, Dec. 9 Spaghetti w/meat, green beans, peanut butter sand­ wich, fruit. Tuesday, Dec. 10 Com dogs, hash browns, pickles, peaches. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 4 *Salad, ♦Taco’s, lettuce/cheese, shell, green beans, applesauce. Thursday, Dec. 5 ♦Salad, *Stew/Biscuit, ♦Tuna Sandwich, pickles, pears, roll and butter, salad bar. Friday, Dec. 6 ♦Salad, ♦Fiestada, com, fruit juice. Monday, Dec. 9 ♦Salad, *Escallloped potatoes with meat, *Hot Dog, peas, peaches, cookie, bread and butter. Tuesday, Dec. 10 ♦Salad, *Pancake, sausage sticks, tri taters, fruit juice, roll and butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. 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Reading • Read with your child about things that are of in­ terest to the child or tht will help the child achieve a goal (opening a bank account, get­ ting a driver’s license, making model airplanes, applying for a job, trying out for a play, etc.) • Play word and spelling games at home and while traveling. • Write your child notes and stick them in lunchbags or books. Include a poem or “word for the day.” Speaking • Have the child tell what happened in a television show or movie. • Share jokes. • Have a child read aloud a newspaper article, advertising or other item of interest to him/her and lead a family discussion on the topic. • Have one person tell about something he/she saw, read, did, etc., and talk about the feelings, questions, and concerns experienced. • Try not to finish the child’s sentences. Encourage lengthy conversation with complete sentences. Listening * To teach good listening, be a good listener yourself. Talk frequently with your child, and when your child talks, give your full attention. * Read a story, article or poem to the child and have the Latest Lakeview Cemetery donations offered The latest contributions to a new program to benefit Nashville’s Lakeview Cemetery came recently from: Dexter J. Babcock in memory of Farrell Babock; and in memory of Margaret Bateman from Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Downing; Louise An­ nis; Wilma Bogart; Edgar and Anna Smith; Debbie Cooley; Lucy Martin and family; Den­ nis Smith and family; Tim Smith and family; Kathy Smith; Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Arquilla; Jerry and Anne Kent and family; Claude and Chris Norton and family; Warren and Carla Travoli; Doug and Mariebelle Yarger; Ola Oster­ man; Illa Steward, Onalee Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: Dec. 5 - MAEH Sponsored Christmas Tea, 1 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. “Angels,” will be the theme. Dec. 5 - Beef Cow/Calf Management Meeting, 7 p.m., Clarksville Experimental Station. Dec. 5 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. Dec. 5 - 4-H Nonlivestock Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Barry/Eaton Realty Office, 1600 W. Green, Hastings. JOec. 6-7 - West Michigan Livestock Show, Lake Odessa Livestock Auction Bldg. Dec. 6-7 - Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and YEA Workshop, Kettunen Center. Dec. 12 - Sheep Flock Management meeting, 7 p.m., Clarksville Experimental Station. Dec. 14-15 - Michigan Winter Beef Show, MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing. Dec. 16 - Telfarm Check-In, CES office, 301 S. Michigan, Hastings. Dec. 18 - Dairy Nutrition Management Meeting, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hastings Township Hall, $5 pre-registration fee includes lunch and materials. tmaftaattaflattflflttaflflaaaaaoflotanaBBQaao.ao.o - • 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, 1991. Minutes of the meeting are avail­ able in the County Clerk’s Office at - 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 4856444, Ext. 225. Linda M. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners 12-3-91 56 o Gabrick; Bernice and Otto Dahm; Sharon and Tom Brady; and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Johnson. A memorial fund was laun­ ched in August to help the financially strapped cemetery continue to be an attractive asset to the community. Con­ tributions will be used for upkeep and beautification of the cemetery, which now operates on an annual budget of about $10,000 received primarily from sale of lots, in­ terments and installation of foundations. Donations to Lakeview Cemetery may be sent to Larry Decker, secretarytreasuer of the Cemetery Board, at 636 East St., Nashville, 49073, or checks or money orders made payable to the cemetery may be left at Village Hall, 206 N. Main St. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors to the fund and those named in gifts will be listed periodically in the Maple Valley News. Acknowledgements of memorial donations will be sent to the family designated by the donor, if name and ad­ dress are supplied. In Memoriam TRENCHING for wires or water lines, residential or commercial, low rate, phone 1-517-852-2278. IN MEMORY OF SHEILA . ALLEN WHO DIED DECEMBER 8th, 1987. “SHEILA” , Its that hard time of year again, when you went away .The memories that still linger in my heart Still hurt deeply each day. Its been four sad years of missing you, my little Sheila Dear. I often wonder what you would be like if you were still here. I think ofyou each and every day, I wonder if you ever hear me when I say, “Lord, tell my Sheila I love her, and miss her so very much.” I thank God for the precious gift he gave us the day you were bom. I wasted so much precious time, ifonly I could have known. We do not know the reasons God allows such tragedy. But He gives me “Hope” some day I’ll again hold my little Sheila Bee. Love, Mom Sister Tangi and Loved Ones Miscellaneous CHOCOLATE, CHOCO­ LATE! FILLINGS, FILL­ INGS! MOLDS, MOLDS! FRIENDLY, FRIENDLY! CANDYLAND-963-1010. HASTINGS BANNER subscriptions. Phone 948-8051. BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BOBCAT SERVICESBackhbe, bam cleaning, general excavating, sand and gravel delivery. Lowest rates. 1-517-852-2278. LEE’S TV REPAIR SERVICE IN VERMONT­ VILLE. is now open. Phone 517-726-1379. IS MOVING ... as of December 16, 1991 To better serve our many customers, we’ll have a new shop at ... 5300 Curtis Road, Nashville, Ml 490073 New Phone will be ... 517-852-2233 Stop in and see us for all your Welding Services, COMPLETE PORTABLE SERVICE • Custom Fabricating • Aluminum Boat Repair • Mig • Tic • Stick • Gas'Welding of All Metals Certified Welder with 30 years experience was awakened from a mysterious deep sleep by a handsome prince, and they lived happily every after (Sleeping Beauty).” Have the child make up a story putting all the parts together. • Have the child write about his/her own ex­ periences. Provide a starter line: “The time my friend and I laughed so hard...,” “One night when I stayed up late...,” or “The luckiest per­ son I know...” • Write a group story. One person starts a story and everybody adds a little bit to it. Each sequel could be read at dinner before it is passed on to the next family member. (Include small children by let­ ting them tell their part of the story and someone else actual­ ly helping them write it down.) With a little imagination, there are many family ex­ periences that enhance the basic skills of reading, speak­ ing, listening and writing. BASEMENT SALE Dec. 5, 6, 7 • 9 AM to 6 PM 9749 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville Phone (517) 726-1151 Having closed out my flower business, I’m selling my remaining stock at x/i price, including arrangements. I am also selling a lot of craft items and fabric. There are hundreds of yards of all descriptions with some pieces as much as 6 to 10 yards in each piece. It will be sold by the piece for a good price. Fas sett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 726-0319 M°F?iadyayhrU COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml STANTON'S (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH Mhin STReeT MeRMONTMILLG. MICHIGAN 49096 HASHMiuc LTJC3 F (517) 852-1717 JUST LISTED! *3 bedroom, 1 'A bath home with garage •Newer deck, satellite dish ‘Priced at only $38,900 (N-84) Business Services North Shore Welding Bill Hecker YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. child tell it back to you in his/her own words. • Start a story (for exam­ ple: “Jack is going on a vaca­ tion around the world. He will be gone a very long time. Jack will need to pack...”) and have the child repeat the first line and add the name of an item. The next person would repeat the starter line, the first item named and add a second item. For example, “Jack is going on a vacation around the world. He will be gone a very long time. Jack will need to pack a raincoat and a swim­ suit.” Each player repeats the entire story and adds an item that has not yet been named. Writing • Mix up fairy tales. For example, “Once upon a time there was a girl who lived with her mean stepmother and three ugly sisters (Cinderella)... who met the Big Bad Wolf while on her way to visit her grandmother who lived in the forest (Little Red Riding Hood)... and who •Super country property! •Great 4-5 bedroom home located on approx. 1 acre *1 V4 baths, some new carpeting, above-ground pool •Priced to sell at $59,500! (CH-115) •Large 2 story home located on a corner lot *1 'A baths •Only $34,500 (N-83) •Two bedroom, 2 bath home located on four lots — 2 of which are tree covered •Immediate possession! (N-82) L-99. Approx. 20 acres with older barn and garage. Perked. Land contract terms. L-100. 2 vacant lots with lake access to Jordan Lake. Only $8,900 for both with contract terms. L-102. Wooded building'site of approx. 2 acres located in Sunfield/Mulliken area. Property has been perked. Land contract terms. Large home located in a corner lot in Nashville. (N-80) 260 ACRE FARM SOLD AT AUCTION! Property had two homes, SOLD AT ABSOLUTE AUCTION ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25! pole barns and lots of road frontage. — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! s �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1991 — Page 10 Calcium supplements: Are they for everyone? answering the question about how much calcium is needed every day. Current Recom­ mended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) suggest 800 mg. daily Calcium is one of today’s for everyone between one and most common supplement ten years of age, or over the choices. It plays an important age of 24. For those between role in the development of 11 and 24, the years when strong bones and teeth. And bones are actively developing, calcium has received the recommendation is for widespread publicity in con­ 1200 mg daily. nection with its role in Researchers are also still osteoporosis, the weakening looking at the role calcium can of the bones that occurs as we plan in reducing osteoporosis. age and that seems to afflict Consumption levels from 800 women most often. But there to 1500 mg are under study. are actually several factors to Research is also looking at the consider before deciding to benefit of calcium sup­ get on the calcium supplement plements that raise calcium bandwagon. consumption levesl from 1200 The most basic one is to 2000 mg daily may offer in lowering the risk of colon cancer, but this research is still in eary stages. But for the average, healthy person, there seems to be little need to restore to high dosage 80% Efficient supplements. Levels of 800 to 1200 mg of calcium are easy to obtain within your diet if you use dairy products, the best source ofcalcium and the foods from which it is most easily absorbed. A typical diet might contain about 300 mg calcium without dairy products, and an addi­ tional 300 mg are found in each average serving of dairy foods (eight ounces of milk or • Heating yogurt, or one-and-a-half • Air Conditioning ounces of cheese). So the 800 • Sales & Service to 1200 mg goals are easily We also do custom met with two to three standard sheet metal work dairy servings each day. Supplements do make sense for someone who cannot or will not tolerate dairy pro­ ducts. Although some non­ dairy foods contain higherthan-average amounts of By Karen Collins, M.S., R.D. American Institute for Cancer Research Century Furnace walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 calcium, the volume of these foods that would have to be consumed to meet targeted calcium intake would be im­ practical for most people. If you are going to meet some of your calcium needs through supplements, you may be overwhelmed when you see the variety available. Calcium carbonate is the sup­ plement with the highest con­ centration of calcium. Other forms of calcium found in supplements, such as calcium gluconate or lactate, actually contain a low concentration of calcium. Dolomite and bone meal should be avoided because of possible con­ tamination with lead and other toxic metals. Ifyou avoid dairy products, which are also the primary food sources of vitamin D, you should choose a calcium supplement that contains vitamin D. This vitamin is necessary to properly use the calcium you consume. Ex­ cessive vitamin D can be tox­ ic, so do not use doses of a calcium supplement that would result in vitamin D in­ take of much more than 400 IU daily. If you decide for calcium supplements, take them bet­ ween meals so that they can be best absorbed, and so that they do not interfere with the ab­ sorption of other minerals, such as iron. Although calcium intakes of 1000 to 25000 mg per day appear to be safe, high intake may pose a risk for anyone with im­ paired kidney function or susceptible to kidney stones. Q. I have heard recent recommendations to use a high-potency zinc supple- Turkey Shoot winners announced On Nov. 20, Vermontville Cub Scouts held a BB gun turkey shoot in the Maplewood All-Purpose Room. Den winners were Lee Hansbarger, Michael Strong, Greg Rathburn and Ben Carrigan. The overall top scorer was Michael Strong, who won the grand prize turkey. ment for improved immune function and avoidance of age-related eye deteriora­ tion. Is this fact or fiction? A. Zinc plays a vital role in many body functions. Zinc deficiency can have negative effects on taste, growth, ap­ petite, wound healing and other body abilities. Research is investigating the role ofzinc in immune function and in visual health, but it is far from conclusive at this time. Zinc supplementation is not without risk. The current adult RDA for zinc is 12-15 mg. Supplementation at levels of 80 to 150 mg has been found to lower HDL (“good”) cholesterol (thus raising the risk of heart more whole grain products. disease) and to decrease “Nutrition Notes" is pro­ several aspects of immune vided as a public service by function. Excess zinc supplementa­ the American Institute for tion also interfers with utiliza­ Cancer Research. Questions tion of copper in our bodies, for this column may be sent to “Nutrition Notes,” do this and thus ofiron, leading to the newspaper, 1759 R Street development of anemia. Adequate zinc can be ob­ N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009. Ms. Collins cannot tained from moderate portions of meats, seafood, and lowfat respond to questions dairy products, along with personally. plenty of whole-grains breads and cereals. Zinc content is one of the many nutritional benefits provided by whole grains, which is why health organizations such as the Allo area company has* American Institute for Cancer sanding, buffing, and light assembly openings? Research encourage eating available. High starling wages for the nonexperienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope­ nings coming in every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be given immediate con­ sideration, have reliable Brian C. Gillum transportation and two Brian C. Gillum has been pieces of legal I.D. Never promoted in the U.S. Army to a fee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with the rank of sergeant. good work background He is a military police need apply. specialist at Fort Benning, Ga. Gillum is the son of Henry applications accepted BETWEEN 4:30 A.M. ■ 4:30 P.M. E. Gillum Jr. ofNashville and MONDAY-FRIDAY Sandra L. Wilkins of Freeport. The sergeant is a 1986 graduate of Grand Beacon Rapids Central High School. 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Church Street Hastings, MI. 49058 F Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) . .a localpaper oftoday! The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 19 — Tuesday. December 10. 1991 Wintery sidewalks are responsibility of Vermontville village property owners by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Vermontville property owners are responsible for removal of ice and snow from village sidewalks, according to a resolution adopted Thursday by the Vermontville Village Council. The action calls for residents and business owners to remove ’“ice, snow and sleet” in a “timely manner” from walks bordering their properties. “The village may remove it from time to time, but it is not obligated to do so,” said Trustee Rod Hannon, who proposed the resolution. “This is a stop-gap until we get an ordinance (to cover the matter),” noted Harmon. He said Vermontville has a “lot ofpeople who do shovel and a lot who don’t shovel.” Clerk Sharon Stewart said the village’s sidewalk ordinance states that the property owner is responsible for maintenance of sidewalks abutting their properties. Harmon said that with the resolution, “We are not forcing them to shovel,” but said the measure approved Thurs­ day is necessary to establish liability in case someone should fall on snowy or icy walks in the village. “The resolution won’t mean anything if you’re not going to enforce it,” observed Trustee Nyle Wells, who cast the lone “no vote on the proposal. President Pro Tern Russ Bennett questioned Hannon on his definition of “timely manner” as stipulated in the resolution. He asked if that could mean two days, 24 hours or less. “When the wind quits blowing and ice quits accumulating is ‘timely,’” responded Hannon. He added that he did not wish to set a specific measure of time for compliance. In another matter, the council set a public hearing for 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, on a request by Doug Janousek to abandon a platted but unused portion ofJefferson Street that runs through his property. Harmon said the meeting would be called on the premise that the village will not abandon the street, but that public comments on the matter will be heard before a final decision is made. Janousek, who was in the audience, said he could see “no usefill purpose” for the village to keep the street open because ecause “ “it it doesn doesn’’tt go anywhere, it starts at our yard and goes out into a field and stops.” Janousek is seeking aban­ donment of the street because he wants to construct a house that would span the old roadway. In other matters Thursday, the. council: — Approved purchase of a $1,382 salt spreader from Neil Automotive Service Inc. of Kalamazoo as an attachment for the 1991 village truck bought earlier this year. — Changed several pre-set village council meeting dates for 1992: Jan. 2 to Jan. 9, July 2 to July 9, and Oct. 1 to Oct. 8. The first two were changed because of their proximity to holidays, the last was due to its falling on the first of the month, before all bills would be in. — Heard a report from Village President Sue Villanueva that Americable International wants to come into Vermontville to provide cable TV service, but probably cannot do so for about See Sidewalks, page 2 Barry County Sheriff's deputies arrest two in pharmacy burglary J-Ad Graphics News Service NASHVILLE - Two men were arrested last week following a foiled burglary attempt at Mace Pharmacy. Richard G. Wagner, 37, and Paul A. Lingoes, 18, both of 7131 Lawrence Employee Barbara Noble examines the side window smashed early Wednesday in a break-in at Mace Phar­ macy in Nashville. Road, Nashville, were ar­ raigned last Wednesday on charges of breaking and en­ tering with intent to commit larceny. Barry County Sheriffs deputies were alerted at 4:30 a.m. Wednesday by an alarm at the pharmacy at 219 N. Main St. Deputies arriving at the store found two sets of foot­ prints in the newly fallen snow leading to a large bro­ ken window on one side of the building. By following the foot­ prints and a tip from a wit­ ness, deputies followed one of the suspects to the river where they discovered him sitting in two inches of water. Deputies then spotted the second suspect, carrying a large bag, fleeing north from the pharmacy. Deputies or­ dered the suspect to stop, and the man dropped the bag and gave himselfup. Authorities recovered 16 packs of cigarettes and 30 bottles of pills of various medications. Wagner and Lingoes were released on 55,000 personal recognizance bonds. Hearings were set for this week in Hastings District Court. The Holly Trolley will be in Nashville again this year in conjunction with Santa's visit Saturday. Rides will be available from 10 a.m. until noon. Santa Claus to visit throughout Maple Valley area this Saturday J-Ad Graphics News Service Jolly Old Saint Nick will be stopping by the Maple Valley area Saturday to visit with boys and girls of the community. He will start the day in Nashville as a guest of Cub Scout Pack No. 3176 for breakfast at the local VFW Post on Railroad Street. The public is invited to attend the 8 to 11 a.m. event. It will be the second annual “Breakfast with Santa” spon­ sored by local Cub Scouts. Breakfast of doughnuts, juice, milk or coffee will be available for $1 per person. The Jolly Old Elf will listen to the children’s “wish lists” and has promised to pose for individual pictures with them, ifdesired. Organizers ask that parents accompany their children to the breakfast and photo session. Ifparents want to have their child photographed with San­ ta, the charge will be $2 for double prints. There will be a 50-cent fee for each additional child included in the photo. Santa will be accompanied to the breakfast by Mrs. Claus, and both are later ex­ pected to ride through town on the Holly Trolley, a festive holiday bus that will be brought to Nashville by Barry County Transit in cooperation with Michigan’s Department of Transportation. The trolley will be available for rides from 10 a.m. until noon, starting at the VFW Hall. Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus are expected to board the bus there at 11 a.m. for a trip to Putnam Public Library for an appearance al the an­ nual Children’s Christmas Story Hour conducted by Friends of the Library. Youngsters ages 4 through fourth grade are welcome to attend the library event, which willTun from 11 a.m. until noon and will feature Christmas stories and crafts. At Vermontville, Santa is scheduled to appear at 2 p.m. at the historic Opera House to visit with the children of the community and to distribute candy to boys and girls. Nashville area children's Christmas wishes may not be met this year by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Nashville area children who have “wished upon a star” for Christmas gifts may be disappointed this year. The program to provide three gifts of choice to children of registered needy families in the community is falling behind expectations, say organizers. “It is going rather slowly,” said Lois Elliston, who with Michele Hoffman co-chairs the “Wish Upon a Star” cam­ paign in which the youngsters in registered families list their first, second and third choices of gifts in a $5 to $12 range. “We have more children this year than last,” said Elliston. Last year, about 100 were served; by last Friday about 130 had registered for the 1991 campaign. Names of eligible qualified recipients are supplied by. the Department of Social Ser­ vices, local churches, schools and organizations. Those in the community who wish to brighten a child’s holiday may pick a star from the Christmas tree in the Nashville office of Hastings City Bank, shop for the listed gift, wrap it (being sure to at­ tach the star to the package) and place it under the tree in the lobby before 4 p.m. Mon­ day, Dec. 16. Last Friday, the first-wish stars of about 100 children had been selected from the tree and the round of secondchoice stars were hung. In the meantime, however, Elliston said she received names of some 25 or 30 additional youngsters whose first-wish stars had to be added to the tree. See Christmas wish, p-2 In This Issue... • MV representative at National FFA Convention • Donations help scholarship fund reach milestone • Winter sports preview offered • Pearl Harbor attack concerned local citizens 50 years ago �Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, De<embeM0^99 Christmas wish may not be met, 1TJw*‘«Sraf* program, now in its fifth year, has been very successful in the past. Last Christmas all three wishes of each child were met. Anyone who can help make the 1991 campaign a success is asked to select a star from the tree and purchase and return the gift before the deadline. Each star lists the age and sex of a child who is identified only by a code number to ensure anonymity for the families. This year many of the requests are for clothing. While the number of “Star” applicants has risen, requests for Christmas baskets has declined, said Elliston. As of last Friday only 60 had registered for the food baskets; last year more than 100 were delivered. Elliston said this may be due to recent cuts in Michigan’s General Assistance program. The cases of single or married adults with no children who had been receiving GA are no longer being handled by the Social Services Department and consequently their names are not being reported to the Community Christmas Basket organizers. Canisters to collect cash donations to the Community Christmas Basket program have been placed at various business places in the village. Contributions to the program from front page also may be made at the Nashville branch of Hastings City Bank. The donor should state a preference whether the money donated at the bank goes to the food program or to the “Star” project, h Funds designated. for the latter will be used by organizers to buy gifts listed on stars that remain on the tree after next Monday’s deadline. Packing of gifts is schedul­ ed for Tuesday, Dec. 17, at Nashville United Methodist Church. Food baskets will be prepared Friday, the 20th. They will be ready for pickup anytime from 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday, Dec. 21, at the church. Sidewalks responsibility of owners, three months. The move hinges on settlement of Chapter 11 bankruptcy of Triad CATV, present cable service providers in Vermont­ ville. The matter is now in federal court. Villanueva said Americable officials told her that if they are successful in taking over Triad’s operation, they pro­ bably would move equipment Pancake breakfast set in Vermontville The Vermontville United Methodist men will serve their monthly breakfast at the church Saturday, Dec. 14 from 7 to 10 a.m. Besides the usual pancakes, sausage, eggs, etc., the Methodist men have added biscuits with sausage gravy to their menu. A free-will donations will be taken. now located in Marshall to Vermontville. She advised Vermontville cable customers who no longer are receiving special channels (such as HBO and ESPN) for which they con­ tracted with Triad, to deduct the charges for those services from their regular monthly bills. Following the conclusion of the regular meeting, village officials met with Nick Evers and David Bee, represen­ tatives of Gove Associates, a Kalamazoo-based engineering firm, regarding grant funds that may be available to the village. The Community Develop­ ment Block Grant, funded by the federal government but administered by the state, could provide money for development of various com­ munity improvements, such as new streets, curbing, lights, Wintery weather right for Yule Tree Sale from front page Last weeks' wintery blast provided an ideal setting for the annual Christmas tree sale by Barry County Christian School at Nashville's Central Park. Russ Sur­ face shows one of the many Scotch pines available now through Dec. 21. For more than 10 years the Christmas tree sale has been a major fund-raiser for the school, located midway between Nashville and Hastings on M-79. additional parking, or for ex­ tending municipal facilities to a potential industrial park development. Gove will meet with village officials at 9 a.m. Wednes­ day, Dec. 11, to help write the application for the initial grant that would pay 90 percent of the planning costs for a specific project. The local share of the maximum $50,000 planning grant would be 10 percent. Stewart said that ifthe plan­ ning grant is approved, the next step would be to apply for a second grant that would fund the actual project by pro­ viding $1 of grant money for every $2 of local money. “The local matching money does not necessarily have to come from the village treasury,” noted Stewart. “It could come from donations by community organizations or individuals.” Latest Lakeview Cemetery donations listed The latest contribution to a new program to benefit Nashville’s Lakeview Cemetery came recently from Clara Pennock in memory of Earl Pennock, Linda Jean Pennock and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Pennock. A memorial fund was laun­ ched in August to help the financially strapped cemetery continue to be an attractive asset to the community. Con­ tributions will be used for upkeep and beautification of the cemetery, which now operates on an annual budget of about $10,000 received primarily from sale oflots, in­ terments and installation of foundations. Donations to Lakeview INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment. BOBCAT SERVICESBackhoe, bam cleaning, general excavating, sand and gravel delivery. Lowest rates. 1-517-852-2278. LEE’S TV REPAIR SERVICE IN VERMONT­ VILLE. is now open. Phone 517-726-1379._____________ TRENCHING for wires or water lines, residential or commercial, low rate, phone 1-517-852-2278. Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Church Schedules 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .......10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6p.m. A.M. Worship........ 11a.m. P.M. Worship........ ..6p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study....... 6: 30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Church Service . .11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 9:45a.m. ...11a.m. ...... 7p.m. ..... 7p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Church Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School....10:15 a.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. BOB KERSTEN 111 N. Main, Nashville • 852-9192 TONI’S HOURS - Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11a.m. P.M. Worship..............7 ।p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship..................... 7p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER BELINDA’S HOURS - Mon.-Fri. 8 to 4, Sat. 8 to 12 Tues.-Fri. 8 to 4, Sat. 8 to 12 *** *2* *1* •J* For the Month of December *1* •J» RECEIVE A FREE GIFT * with your Redken Perm *1* We are here to make you look your best. • ATTENTION Toni’s Style shop will be closed November 28 & December 24, 25 and 26 V We’ll stay late if that’s what you would like for the month of December on Tuesday or Thursday g* aSa ajajaaja aja a~a a~a a|a a|a aja ajaaja aja jt•* PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways tToni’s Style Shop* NASHVILLE Sun. School....... A.M. Service ..... P.M. Service ...... Wed. Service...... event. Musical entertainment, in­ cluding carol singing also is planned. The Grange is located on M-66 four miles south of Nashville. For those who have no means of transportation, rides can be arranged by call­ ing Reva Schantz at 852-9243. a^a aja aja aje aje aja 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship . . .9:30 a.m. Sun. School .. .11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. The public is invited to a community dinner set for 1 p.m. Christmas Day at the Maple Leaf Grange. The event, sponsored by the Grange, offers a free meal of turkey and trimmings for those who would otherwise be alone on the holiday. This is the second year the Grange has put together the holiday M-79 West Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship...... 11:00 a.m. After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle BAPTIST CHURCH be left at Village Hall, 206 N. Main St. Unless anonymity is re­ quested, names of donors to the fund and those named in gifts will be listed periodically in the Maple Valley News. Maple Leaf Community Christmas dinner planned Business Services 726-0580 ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH Cemetery may be sent to Larry Decker, secretarytreasuer of the Cemetery Board, at 636 East St., Nashville, 49073, or checks or money orders made payable to the cemetery may Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. P.M. Service ..6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11a.m. Church School .... 11a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK INDEPENDENT CHURCH of CHRIST Meeting behind River Bend Travel Agency, State St. MINISTER: JIM SANDUSKY Phone 945-2026 P.O. Box 558, Hastings, Ml 49058 Sunday Services: 9: 30 a.m.. ...Bible School 10: 30 a.m Morn. Worship 6: 30 p.m... Evening Worship Bible Study: 7: 00 p.m Thursday aja �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, December 10. 1991 — Page 3 Maple Valley represented at FFA convention Six Maple Valley students attended the 64th National Convention ofFuture Fanners of America Nov. 11-16 at Kansas City, Mo. Local delegates were Ben Ashley, Jason Byington, Dayton Walker, Tanya Bowen, Kim Thompson and Michelle Gidner. The students were chaperoned by Tate Forbush, Maple Valley agriculture in­ structor and FFA advisor, and Jeff Byington. All costs of the trip were borne by the students except for transporation. The Board of Education approved use of a school van and covered costs of fuel. En route to the convention, the local students enjoyed several sightseeing stops. In Chicago they visited Sears Tower and the Mercantile Exchange; at Springfield, Hl., they toured President Lin­ coln’s home and saw his tomb; and at St. Louis, they stopped at the Arch. At Kansas City, they attend­ ed the American Royal Rodeo and toured the Agricultural Hall of Fame at Kansas City, s All 50 states were represented at the convention, which this year had a record attendance of more than 25,000 youths. Theme of the gathering was “Leadership for a Growing Planet.” President George Bush was one of the leaders making an appearance at the convention. The local group enjoyed hearing a speech by Capt. Gerald Coffee, a former prisoner of war in Vietnam, and attended a leadership workshop in conjunction with the convention. National FFA awards also were presented during the event. Dr. Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley superintendent, attend­ ed the conference with ad­ ministrators and teachers from other schools for a three-day meet. After his return, he told the local school board that he recommends Maple Valley students continuee to t participate in the annual event. “It is one of the most outstanding things I’ve ever attended as far as being inspired about what our kids are doing,” said Parks. Pamper Yourself dColibays... Professional Styling for the Whole Family! Diana’s Place Corner ol M-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. • Open Tues.-Sal. Owner Diana Kuempel • 852-9481 We re ready to lend when you’re ready to buy. tl Btl. **' kHltutitmj llle M ill K fa qJj [gj j( i» Wfittaite tit lomtlmifflto ■i ntaitinjiilM s ijlnitailSW ■ WI^M J ffl»- J tl«Alt|lllkl ♦ nthof December1}1 iAFREEGffl [ BedkenPenn ♦ ^joobok^w, i 0* BIBLECN^; „m»m» „nww Representing Maple Valley's FFA chapter at the 1991 national convention in Kansas City, Mo., were (front row, from left) FFA advisor and agriculture teacher Tate Forbush and delegates Tanya Bowen, Michelle Gidner, (back, from left) Dayton Walker, Ben Ashley, and Jason Byington. Missing from the photo is Kim Thompson. Nashville woman named statewide training manager Susan Bahs, Nashville, has assumed statewide respon­ sibility for agent training and development as the new manager of agency develop­ ment for Farm Bureau Insurance. In her new position, Bahs oversees new agent training, seminars and continuing education programs for 430 Farm Bureau Insurance agents throughout Michigan. Bahs was a Farm Bureau In­ surance agent in Barry County for several years and earned many top awards for her sales and service. She transferred to the company's home office in Lansing in January 1990, and served as an agent training specialist until her promotion. Farm Bureau Insurance, one of the state’s major in- Eaton Federal Bank DONATE A TOY Susan Bahs surers, serves nearly 350,000 Michigan policyholders. $SECUIA <5<£ Helping several generations of area families buy and build homes for 54 years, Eaton Federal is your locally owned and operated Savings Bank. 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Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 Phone 517-852-2005 Once again this year, Eaton Federal will be col­ lecting unwrapped toys ' ?for or delivery every by the Fire Departmentt on Christmas Eve. Or bring in your new ’ 0* hats, scarves and mittens * for our Mitten Tree, and non-perishables for the Holiday Food Basket project. Plan tOnnattBffldDo" o Ster er at wr [honoring Billl {fice on {ce {ice Eat°2, Pr 19and a 20, 1991. KoO rn.toW^ . j | m FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet.- 749-2811 FDIC INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past... i Pearl Harbor attack concerned Nashville 50 years ago by Susan Hinckley Four days after Japan’s in­ famous attack on Pearl Har­ bor, the Nashville News an­ nounced plans to mobilize local defense units in Barry County and listed local ser­ vicemen thought to be at or near the scene of action in Hawaii Dec. 7, 1941. The suprise Sundaymorning bombing raid crippl­ ed the U.S. Pacific fleet and Hawaii’s air defense and kill­ ed more than 2,400 soldiers, sailors and civilians. The following day, the United States declared war on Japan. On Thursday, Dec. 11, the date of publication for the Nashville News, Germany and Italy declared war on the U.S. Because of the timing, few stories in that week’s issue bespeak the global conflict that soon would become World War II, but several lines note the need of “na­ tional defense.” Business changes on Main Street, the start of the holiday shopping season and the death of a former U. S. Con­ gressman with Nashville ties also interested News readers on Dec. 11, 1941. Civilian Home Defense Committee moves to mobilize Barry County The sudden war provoked by Japanese aggression has speeded up plans of the Na­ tional Defense Council for the organization of local defense units in the protective bran­ ches of the Home Defense Services. People willing to serve are requested to register as soon as possible, giving their experience, qualifica­ tions and preference for choice of service. In Hastings the enrollment is being handled by Chief of Police Harry Thompson with County Clerk Allan Hyde, Sheriff Glenn Bera and City Clerk Sterling Rogers assisting. In Nashville and other communities in the county, enrollment can be done through the village presi­ dent or with the committee. Enrollment blanks have been distributed throughout the county.' In Nashville these blanks are now in the hands of Village President Earl Olmstead and Deputy Sheriff Frank Caley. In connection with the for­ mation of these local defense units, it must always be kept in mind that there is a tremen­ dous amount of detail involv­ ed in getting a free-will volunteer organization of this sort started. Considerable pa­ tience will be required and the work of organization will be rushed as rapidly as possible. Father John Dillon, chair­ man, and other members of the council, point out that county organization is waiting on the National Defense pro­ gram that will come through the state office to the county... The participation of the U. S. in active warfare makes it necessary for Michigan to speed up its organization of auxiliary fire and police units. The responsiblity of impress­ ing on the public the need for this organization is one of the many activities of the County Council... (Following was additional information outlining pro­ cedures for enrollment, size of units, screening of ap­ plicants, training and propos­ ed functions of the organization.) The chiefs ofthe established departments should give special attention to the selec­ tion ofmen who are to receive training. Every effort should be made to check these men for character, nationality, standing in the community and reliability, and all men should be fingerprinted. While there may eventually be need for protection against the raids of enemy bombers, emphasis should be placed at the present time on the necessity ofthese services as a protection against acts of sabotage and protection of defense industries and proper­ ty against usual fire hazards. Local men in service on scene of action Ofthe dozens ofyoung men from this community who are serving with U. S. armed forces in various parts of the world, only one is known to be on duty in Hawaii. William E. Irons, one ofthe many men in the service to whom the News is mailed regularly, is with the 26th Bombing Squadron stationed at Hickam Field near Honolulu. Hickman Field was the scene of the first Japanese attack Sunday and bombs inflicted severe damage. More than 100 American soliders were reported killed and many wounded. Among the Nashville men in service are several who stand a good chance to see ac­ tion in this war. Lee Mix aboard the U.S.S. Wichita wrote last month that he was far from home in some un­ disclosed location. At last report the Wichita was in the Atlantic. Pvt. Fredrick Williams is in the Canal Zone; A. K. Sage is stationed at San Juan, Puerto Rico; and Pvt. Clinton E. Barkhuff is at strategic Ft. Richardson, Anchorage, Alaska. Two men from Nashville are on duty in California. They at Lt. M. C. Plumley and Dale Gilbert Lapham. Famous psychiatrist to speak in Hastings on war­ time attitudes Dr. William Sadler, renowned psychiatrist from Chicago, is scheduled to ad­ dress an open meeting at Cen­ tral Auditorium in Hastings next Monday evening, Dec. 15, at 8 o’clock. Dr. Sandler will speak on psychiatry in relation to the mental attitudes during war. Street decorations give Main Street holiday atmosphere In direct contrast to the drop in temperature during the last four or five days, the Christmas atmosphere has soared in Nashville’s downtown section. Street department employees finish­ ed stringing the holiday decorations on Main Street Tuesday and the gay white way now has a very Mardi Gras touch. Strings of red, blue, green and yellow lights, interwoven with garlands of evergreens, are suspended across the street at both ends of the generally recognized downtown section and crossed strings of the same decora­ tions support a lighted cross at the intersection of Maple Street. (Note: This was the last time Christmas lights would be seen on Nashville’s Main Street until after the close of World War II.) Nearly every downtown store has taken on a holiday air and Christmas merchan­ dise is prominently displayed in windows. Inside the stores are the largest stocks seen in Nashville in more than 10 years, according to leading The names of Nashville men and women who served in World War II listed on this Honor Roll once located iin Central Park. Among them is William Irons, stationed at Hickman Field near Honolulu when it was targeted by Japanese p bombers in a surprise p attack on Dec.., 7, 1941..y By the end of the , nine Gold Stars had been added to the board to designate those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Nashville's Main Street was decorated with Christmas lights two days after the attack on Pearl Harbor. Holiday lights would not brighten the thoroughfare again until the war had ended. This late 1930s view, looking south on Main near the Washington Street intersection, shows the village in a happier day. merchants. What is more, Christmas buying seems to be off to a good start and with the fine selections to be found in town, the composite picture should set something of a record dur­ ing the next two weeks. Boy Scouts prepare to repeat drive for waste paper Nashville Boy Scouts will repeat their drive to collect old newspapers and magazines this week. This latest effort is to be made on Friday afternoon, Dec. 12, from 4 until 6 o’clock. During those hours, you will be visited by some Scout asking if you have papers. If you are to be away at that time, you may put the papers on the porch where they can be easily seen. The Scouts and Scouters ap­ preciate the cooperation given this project earlier in the fall, and believe that the people of the town will give even larger help on this occasion. It will help not only the Scouts, but the national defense effort as well. Nashville veteran barber, C. P. Sprague, retires afer 47 years C. O. (Cap) Sprague, veteran Nashville barber, laid his comb and scissors on the shelf Saturday night to retire after 47 years on Main Street. With the exception of one winter spent in Florida, Mr. Sprague has a record of un­ broken service during all those years. He sold the shop to J. R. Smith 18 years ago, but stayed on as an employee. Taking Mr. Sprague’s place is Arthur Fullerton, formerly ofBattle Creek. Mr. Fullerton is married and for the present will drive back and forth from his home in Bellevue. Louie Carter resigns as Kroger manager Louie Carter, a well known figure on Nashville’s Main Street during the last four years, ended 10 years service with the Kroger Grocery and Baking Co. last Wednesday evening when he resigned as manager of the local Kroger store. On Friday morning Mr. Carter went back to work a lit­ tle further south on Main Street, as co-owner of the White Front Market. His senior partner, William C. Spohn, has operated the White Front meat market and grocery a little more than a year. Mr. Carter came here from Charlotte four years ago to become manager of the Kroger store. His successor is Paul Shirely, who has been with the Kroger company in Ithaca. Mr. Shirely was relief manager in the Nashville store during Mr. Carter’s vacation last September. He and Mrs. Shirely plan to move here as soon as they are able to find living quarters. Earl Eaton hits train at Quimby crossing Earl Eaton of Barryville ran into the side of a freight train just east of the County Farm Monday morning while going to his work in Hastings. Apparently the train crew was unaware of the accident as they did not stop. The car was demolished, and Eaton was taken to the Hastings hospital where frac­ tured ribs and a head injury were dressed. Mr. Eaton is the father of 11 children. The accident occurred about 6 a.m. County mourns loss of John C. Ketcham John C. Ketcham, former Congressman from this district and at one time prin­ cipal of Nashville High School, died at his home in Hatings at 2 a.m. last Thursday. Mr. Ketcham, who was 68, had been ill for nine weeks and had been a patient in University Hospital, Ann Ar­ bor, until 10 days before his death. Funeral services in the First Methodist Church at Hastings Saturday afternoon were largely attended, many well known people coming from a distance. Burial was in River­ side cemetery. Mr. Ketcham was bom in Toldeo on Jan. 1, 1873, and came with his parents to Maple Grove Township iin Barry County when he was six months old. He attended high school in both Nashville and Hastings, and graduated from Hastings High in 1892. The following year he taught in Mayo and Moore schools in Maple Grove Township, and in 1893 became principal of Nashville High School. After four years in this position, Mr. Ketcham joined the teaching staff of Hastings high school. He later served three terms as Barry County School Commissioner. While still in his 20s, Mr. Ketcham became chairman of the Barry County Republican committee. Elected to Con­ gress in 1921, he was suc­ cessively re-elected until 1932. Among the many positions of high honor held by Mr. Ketcham during his lifetime were those of Master of the Michigan Grange, president of the National Sugar Beet Growers’ Association, state commissioner of insurance, and agricultural counselor for the Michigan Chain Store bureau. — (East Assyria) This com­ munity was greatly shocked and grieved over the passing of John Ketcham. He used to give interesting and inspira­ tional talks at the Assyria Farmers Club years ago and always was interested in com­ munity singing. If it was an­ nounced that John would talk or have charge of a gathering at a church or school there would surely be a crowd. He seemed to know how to do and say the right thing at the right time. He had organized a Pioneer Society in Maple Grove, in which he was very much interested, as he spent his childhood days in that township, and when only a boy taught the Moore school. Here is hoping we may carry on in his honor. Century Furnace 80% Efficient • Air Conditioning • Sales & Service We also do custom sheet metal work Walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 �John Krolik (right), vice president of the Board of Education, presented Director Dennis Vanderhoef with a board proclamation commending the award­ winning Maple Valley High School Band. Gifts A New Gift Shop In Nashville ville Special on Muslin Angels Was’19.50 sAi NOW Large Selection of Silk Plants Cherubs and Six Day Candles • Wood Items • Dry Flower • Potpourri • Sewing Crafts • Dolls • Ceramics • Wicker Image Furniture • and Much More Happy Holidays from Owner Joanne Swanson 117 North Main, Nashville 852-0779 Monday thru Saturday Something To ThinkAbout DAVID D. ROSIER DIRECTOR PUT IT IN WRITING Many of us feel uneasy around someone who is grieving and find it dif­ ficult to say the right words. Well, there really are no one set of right words, no magical com­ bination of nouns and verbs that could express all feelings and banish all discomfort. All you can do is ex­ press your sympathy simply and sincerely. You aren’t expected to come up with clever or polished rhetoric. A few words at the funeral should be enough. If you have more to say -• and have difficul­ ty expressing your feel- ings aloud, write them in a letter, even for a friend who lives just across the street. It may make it easier for you to say what you really want to say, and the gester will be treasured by your friend for a long time. In fact, whether or not you can attend the visita­ tion and funeral, it is a nice gesture to send a sympathy card. It is clear, material reminder of all the people who care. ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. Valley-Ionia Community Band, led by former Nashville High School band director Charles Brill of Ionia. The school board proclama­ tion recognized the senior high band’s “Best Crowd Response’’ award earned Oct. 5 in an exhibition at the Dansville Marching Invita­ tional. Maple Valley has earn­ ed the award each of the past four years it has participated in the event. “There were 12 bands that took part in the competition,” Vanderhoef told the concert audience, “and about half of the crowd was from Maple Valley.” He said it made it easier for the band to play, knowing that half the spec­ tators were “people we had already played for.” Three days later, the local band was one often entered in competition sponsored by the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association at Comstock Park. The Maple Valley group came home with a trophy for a Division I rating, Class C school, which was the best ranking it could have earned. Vanderhoef said the local Nashville pedstrian hit by automobile, suffers injuries Michael T. Prieur, 32, of 721 Washington St., Nashville, suffered minor in­ juries last Tuesday when he was struck by a northbound car while crossing North Main Street about 10 p.m. Prieur, who was not in the crosswalk, apparently stepped into the path of an auto driven by Roxanne M. Sellen, 18, of Five Point Highway, Bellevue, according to Nashville Police Sgt. Gene Koetje. He said the driver was not at fault. “It appears that it was no fault of hers whatsoever," noted Koetje. The Nashville ambulance transported Prieur to Pennock Hospital in Hastings, where he was treated and later released. Cantata planned at Methodist Church The Vermontville Methodist Church Choir cor­ dially invites the public to its presentation of the Cantata ‘ ‘The Beginning of Christmas” by Towler Sun­ day at 5 p.m.. This is a Cantata with the musical message of the true Christmas spirit. The program will begin at 5 p.m.. There will be a social hour following the presentation. Garage Sale RUMMAGE SALE Sat., Dec. 14,9-6, clothes $1 a bag. Nash­ ville United Methodist Annex, Washington at Queen. Help Wanted ACRYLIC SEALANT jobs. S15Jhr. We train, full time/part time. 616-247-5226. At the conclusion of their performance the MVHS Concert Band stood while th e crowd gave them a standing ovation. band will compete in an MSBOA concert festival in March. “This year we’re going to give it everything we have to achieve a number one rating,” Vanderhoeftold Sun­ day’s crowd. It would be the first time during his eight years at Maple Valley that the band has achieved a top con­ cert rating. The band received a stan­ ding ovation at the conclusion of its performance Sunday. Also a special crowd­ pleaser at the concert was the Maple Valley-Ionia Com­ munity Band. Adults from both communities comprise the band, which plays at various functions in the area. Saturday evening the com­ munity band performed a Christmas concert at the restored Ionia theatre in Ionia. A community choir directed by Brill’s wife, Marilyn, also took part in that event. SANTA CLAUS H ...is coming to VERMONTVILLE Saturday, Dec. 14 • 2:00 P.M. • at the... Historic Opera House STANTON’S (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH MNH STRCCT 'ICPMOrtTUIlLC. MICHiG/irf 49096 HASHviue (517) 852-1717 •Mi-S-i-t-ara•--? ‘Only $38,900 for this nice 3 bedroom home with 1 ’/> baths ‘Garage, newer deck, satellite dish ‘Call to see! (N-84) ‘Two bedroom, 2 bath home located on four lots ‘Two of the lots are tree covered ‘Garage ‘Immediate possession (N-82) ‘Beautiful country property! ‘4-5 bedroom home located on approx. 1 acre ‘1 ’/> baths, newer carpeting throughout part of the home, above-ground pool ‘Owners anxious to sell and have priced the property at only $59,5001 (CH-115) ¥ Large 2 story home located on a corner lot 1 'A baths ‘$34,500 (N-83) 1-99. Approx. 20 acres with older barn and garage. Perked............................ Land contract terms. L-100. 2 vacant lots with lake access to Jordan Lake....Only $8,900 for both with contract terms. L-102. Wooded building site of approx. 2 acres located in Sunfield/Mulliken area. Property has been perked. Land contract terms. Approx. 4 acres of vacant land. .Located near Nashville. SOLD AT AUCTION ON NOVEMBER 30. Good 3 bedroom home located in Charlotte. — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN FOR OVER 30 YEARS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1991 — Page 6 Donation helps scholarship fund reach milestone A contribution last week by Maple Valley Implement, Inc., has taken the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship fund over the $50,000 mark. The check was presented Thursday at the firm’s head­ quarters in Nashville by com­ pany treasurer Randy Furlong to Dorothy Carpenter and Junia Jarvie, co-originators of the MVM scholarship fund. Carpenter and Jarvie, both former local teachers, established the fund in 1986. “We started with $103,” said Carpenter. “The first year we had $300 to give away.” In the past five years the fund has granted $12,000 in scholarships to 19 Maple Valley graduates who have at­ tended nine different institu­ tions of higher learning. “The scholarships are awarded to students who have a desire to succeed, but who are not judged solely on their academic records,” noted Carpenter. She added that scholarships are granted for studies only at accredited schools. The fund is administered by a board ofdirectors comprised of local community residents. Carpenter and Jarvie ex­ pressed appreciation for the gift from Maple Valley Randy Furlong, treasurer of Maple Valley Implement Inc., presented a check Thursday that took Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship fund over the $50,000 mark. Accepting the gift are former Maple Valley teachers Junia Jarvie (center) and Dorothy Carpenter, co-originators of the fund which has helped 19 Maple Valley graduates in the past 5 years. Implement. “It takes us over the $50,000 amount,’’ said Carpenter. | Get Ready for the Holiday | Vt w > • • • • • S>j £> jg J & ...with... Holiday Poinsettias Christmas Balloons Gifts • Wreaths Centerpieces Fresh Holiday Arrangements £ I 1 Mapes Family Florist 107 NORTH MAIN, NASHVILLE t iZdZ 852-2050 £ I WtSJED - . MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate School Lunch Menus Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 11 *Salad, *Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, peaches, bread and butter. Thursday, Dec. 12 *Salad, *Lasagna, beans and franks, broccoli, pears, roll and butter, salad bar. Friday, Dec. 13 In service, No School. Monday, Dec. 16 *Salad, *Chili/crackers, pickles, pineapple, peanut butter sandwich. Tuesday, Dec. 17 *Salad, *Fish/bun, *Mac. and cheese, green beans, ap­ ple, muffin/butter, salad bar. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR DOC OVERHOLT................ DON STEINBRECHER........ Multiple Listing GARRY KNOLL.................... Service (MLS) JERI BAKER......................... Home Warranty Available TIM BURD (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS» • • ....... Eves. 726-0223 ..... 948-8693 ............... 852-1784 ....... Eves. 852-0786 ................ 726-1171 ................ 852-2012 LISTING: NASHVILLE 7 rooms, 4 bedrooms, and gar­ age, on corner lot. Good location. Priced to sell. Call Don for more information. NEW MOBILE HOME ON REDMAN MANUFACTURED HOME ON 7 ACRES -Jkbedrooms, 2 baths. trees. Nk & fruit *untry setting." 80 ACRE FARM - $79,900! North of Nashville - 2 story, 3 bedroom home, 72x40 tool shed, 24x48 hog barn, 36x48 basement barn. Maple Valley Schools. Call Don. (F-382) Located north of Nashville, west of M-66 on 1 acre plus. Home has kitchen-dining room combina­ tion & living ropm, & nice deck overlooking the river, 24x48 pole bam garage with 16x16 "lean to." Call now to see! I PLE RIVER FRONTAGE (CH-395) - top road. ^oile home plus two additions with roof over oil — also 24x30 garage & 2 utility sheds. (CH-393) Near MV high School. (CH-377) 3 BEDROOM RANCH - THORNAP­ ACRES • Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 11 Barbeques/bun, corn, mixed fruit, pudding. Thursday, Dec. 12 Spaghetti/cheese, peas, pears, wheat rolls. Friday, Dec. 13 Pizza, green beans, stew­ ed prunes. Monday, Dec. 16 Fishwich/bun, cheese slice, peas, pear. Tuesday, Dec. 17 Chicken nuggets, dip, mashed potatoes, dried fruit mix, meat sandwich. NOTE: Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Salads sold daily. 14x70 "Holly Park" located be >*'en Nashville & Battk^V^* on black"COUNTRY” 1987 1 Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 11 Chicken patties w/bun, peas, potato chips, trail mix. Thursday, Dec. 12 Burritos, mixed vegetables, pickles, pears. Friday, Dec. 13 No School. Teacher in service. Monday, Dec. 16 Ravolli, green beans, bread and butter sandwich, fruit. Tuesday, Dec. 17 Macaroni and cheese, peas and carrots, meat sandwich, mixed fruit. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. WE NEED LISTINGS! Good “marketable” properties for “qualified” buyers — coun­ try homes on small acreage, Maple Valley School District and homes in Nashville or Ver­ montville. Please give us a call H you are thinking of selling! VACANT LAND 20 ACRES - PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - Great building sites for walk-out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. Listed at $21,900! (VL-247) NEAR VERMONTVILLE 10 ACRE PARCEL - Blacktop road. Land contract terms. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) For Sale 2 GOLD CHAIRS, like new. Call before 8am or after 5pm or leave message 517-726-1323. CHOCOLATE, CHOCO­ LATE! FILLINGS, FILL­ INGS! MOLDS, MOLDS! FRIENDLY, FRIENDLY! CANDYLAND-963-1Q10. FOR SALE new patch work crazy quilts, crocheted afghans and crocheted rag rugs. 852-9057. Ewings to observe golden anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Richard N. Ewing, of Route 1, Vermontville, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Dec. 24. In addition to being Christmas Eve, the 24th is also Mrs. Ewing's birthday. Residents of Vermontville since 1947, Rich and Pearl Ewing have been active members of the Vermontville Congregational Church, Order of the Eastern Star, and the Masonic Lodge. Mr. Ewing served 16 years as president of the Eaton County Soil Conservation District and Mrs. Ewing served on the Farmers' Home Administration Board for two terms. The family is inviting anyone wishing to express congratulations to do so by participating in a "card shower." Cards may be addressed to: Mr. and Mrs. Richard Ewing, 2047 E. Michelle Drive, Phoenix, Ariz. 85022. Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu, events set Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 11 Beans and franks, sauerkraut, carrots, bread, dessert. Thursday, Dec. 12 Chicken and gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, bread, dessert. Friday, Dec. 13 Spaghetti, broccoli, mushroom and onions, bread, fruit. Monday, Dec. 16 Meatballs and gravy, mash­ ed potatoes, peas, bread, fruit. Tuesday, Dec. 17 Turkey stew, Italian green beans, dumplings, cookie. Events Wednesday, Dec. 11 Delton, Christmas craft show; Hastings, Mark Rutkoski on prescriptions; Nashville, music by Margaret Reid; Woodland, The Old Timers. Thursday, Dec. 12 Nashville, bingo. Friday, Dec. 13 Nashville, Mark Rutkoski on prescriptions, popcorn. Monday, Dec. 16 Hastings, bingo and popcorn; Delton, music by Margartet Reid; Woodland, Mark Rutkoski on prescriptions. Tuesday, Dec. 17 - All sites puzzles; Delton, The Old Timers. Losing Interest On Your CDs? If you’re one of millions of Americans who have Certificates of Deposit maturing in October, you may be in for a big shock. Since interest rates have been on the decline, your renewal rate may not be as high. If you’d like to find out about acceptable invest­ ment alternatives that will keep your money working as hard as it can. Stop in or call us today. STOCKS & BONDS MUTUAL FUNDS LIMITED PARTNERSHIPS STANLEY A. TRUMBLE C.L.U. Registered Representative Hiaiiauaiiaauiiaaimiiiiar MARINER FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. « Maple Valley Athletic Boosters E Securities Broker / Dealer Member NASD ISIPC I BINGO I MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA E ■THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.£ S Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 “ • Supervising Branch Office Located at: 5100 E. Saginaw Hwy., Grand Ledge, Ml 48837 • Ph. 627-1181 178 S. Main St., Box 160, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Phone 726-0580 REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS UNIT INVESTMENT TRUSTS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1991 — Page 7 Amity Leather Billfolds Mr Icicles 89* Garland I $M099 50 Indoor/ Outdoor Mini Lishts $359 Christmas Coloring Books 20 ft. Mint Cream Patties 7.24-oz Mini Canes Ca/ndlEA .4oct. Dak Ham When you want that special card for that special person 16-oz. Fruitcake Come in and see our 1990 line of Christmas cards — now on display in our store. 12-oz. Timex Watches 10% Off Women’s Fragrances Vanderbilt • Babe L’lllusion • Hope • Tabu Emeraude • Charlie Men’s Fragrances as English Leather Polo • Jovan Chaps • Brut • Canoe • Jade East �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1991 — Page 8 Maple Valley Sr. - Jr. High School honor roll announced 7th Grade Mandy Ashley. Stacey Balko, Mandy Beemer, Jonathon Bowers, Aaron Brandenbrug, Charles Brisco, Cory Clouse, Kevin Conkey, Lisa Curtcher, Kyle Curtiss, Amber Davidson, *Devon Not only is this football season and deer season, but this is also the “eating season.” As we all get together with friends and family to celebrate the holidays, we also tend to celebrate eating. Now that Thanksgiving has passed and we all gained a pound or two, we are quickly approaching the rest of the holiday season, accompanied by what else but more food. As we reach the New Year, everyone will be consuming such things as cookies, cakes, pies and whatever your favorites may be. The average person will gain from 5 to to 10 pounds during the holidays. So as Maple Valley sits down on New Year’s Day to watch the Michigan Wolverines go head to head against the Washington Huskies, here are a couple oftips to avoid being a “Huskic” yourself: While you’re watching the football game, instead of a bag of chips and a six pack ofbeer, try eating things like veggie sticks and a diet soda. This may not be the same as beer and chips, but it keeps you from becoming a defensive tackle Tor the Huskies. At the holiday dinners, try to limit yourself to one plate of food. If this segms impossible try to limit yourself to ^mailer portions. This may help cut down on your intake and possibly allow you to return, for seconds. Allow yourself the pleasures of the “eating season” without having to allow yourself new clothing in 1992. Durkee, *Brandon Eberly, ♦Jnette Emery, Jennifer Gard­ ner, *Bemard Garvey, Misty Haley, Dana Hamilton, *Scott Herman, Mike Heyboer, Erin Hokanson, Sarah Hughes, ♦Marie Jewell, *Sandra Kangas, Jenny Kuempel, Amy Ladere, Dan Leep, Mar­ shall Magoon, *Jim Mitchell, Joel Mittelstaedt, John Nash, Matt Pennington, Daniel Pot­ ter, *Robb Rosin, Angela Rumsey, *Marin Smith, Scott Spitzer, Jason Symonds, Nicholas Thompson, Joshua Thome, Mason Trowbridge, Heidi Vedder, Mary Wood­ man, Seth Wright. 8th Grade David Anscomb, Samantha Ashley, * Ethan Berry, Keisha Brauer, Joshua Cerny, Regina Coblentz, Delisa Cortright, ♦Jessica Fawley, Lucas Forquer, Riley Fowler, Kerri Gibson, *Andy Gordon, ♦Derek Graham, Corin Guernsey, Scott Heyboer, ♦Jody Hickey, *Tracy Hickey, Zach Histed, Jay Hokanson, Brian Hopkins, Crystal Hubka, Martin Junglas, 'Jennifer Kangas, Pete Kellepourey, Nichole Kirwin, Nicole Kraai, ♦Lind­ sey Krolik, Becky Mason, Sarah Mater, *Katie McDougal, Tony Mead, Travis Melvin,. Kelly Mengyan, Kathryn Murphy, Erin Owen, Sara Parish, Kristi Priddy, Justine Quick, Nicole Reid, Chad Rogers, Heather Rollins, Wayne Shance, Heather Shipman, Julie Skelton, *Leah Sleeper, Amanda Starnes, Chris Sulcer, *Andy Swartz, Shawn Thames, *Becky Vedder. 9th Grade Teresa Aiken, Donita BASICALLY BETTER ( TRACTORS AADA Value Loaded Finance Waived Until April '92 or CASH Discount Available JOHNOttU ■ Check out 45-95 hp John Deere tractors, then check our prices! ■ Basic tractors with more standard features Aseltine, John Baker, Richard Baker, Brad Balko, Nicole Beardslee, Brian Bennett, Rhonda Brown, Lanette Brumm, Allison Burpee, Christina Coblentz, Andrew (Ogden) Cole, Sara Conroy, Jason Cook, Faith Dempsey, ♦Nate Dipert, Richard Dunham, Angela Gardner, Mindy Garvey, Travis Graham, Ryan Gusey, Robin Hale, Sean Haley, *Dana Hasselback, Jeff Hay, Charity Hester, Shannon Hoffman, Shane Howard, Andrea Hubka, *Billie Jarman, Christa Kirby, Suzan Koch, Sarah Leep, *Matthew Mace, ♦Jodi Mazurek, April McDiarmid, Dalaina McGhan, *Jennifer Mittelstaedt, Graciela Pena, Jeff Pennington, Bridie Petrie, Heather Philipp, Anna Marie Pineda, Gabe Priddy, Arnie Reid, Tammy Ripley, Karen Skedgell, Jim Skelton, Kristy Smith, Joyelle Stine, Holly Taylor, Brian Thomason, Elizabeth Vanderhoff, Jason Vndervlucht, Tony Vandervlucht, *Brandy Wawiernia, Cliff Weller, Matt Williams. 10th Grade Jolene Adams, Kori Ar­ mour, *Christina Bigelow, ♦Stephainie Bouwens, Joshua Bowers, Heather Brenton, Jeremy Brzycki, Corey Bum­ ford, Jeffrey Burpee, Retha Byrd, Virginia Coblentz, Cheryl Conkey, Shannon Denherder, Lisa Dickinson, Lora Emery, Shannon Fawley, Rich Furlong, Donna Garrett, Jaime Gibson, Leslie Gould, Jasen Green, *Todd Guernsey, Jason Harmon, ♦Stacy Harvey, Timothyh Hass, *Stacey Hawblitz, Stacee Hawkins, Tara Hoover, Sara Kinyon, Amy Kipp, Scott Klinkhammer, Michael Kuempel, Justin Lake, Brian Lewis, Brandy Loy, Jennifer McArthur, Melissa Melvin, *Lisa Met­ zger, *Chris Miller, Jon Mit­ chell, Alice Moore, ♦Ben­ jamin Mudry, *Rudy Othmer, Scott Planck, Cynthia Potter, Daniel Rasey, William Rooks, Kristina Rucinski, Jenifer Ryan, Miriam Schantz, Cheri Sessions, Linette Snyder, Julie Stair, Brent Stine, Jeremy Swift, Justin Thrun, Shawn Vanderhoff, Angelo Walliczek, Debra White, Mellinda White, Lisa Wood. 11th Grade Aymie Alderink, Cassandra Appelman, Pam Arquilla, ♦Dean Beardslee, Kyle Booher, Joel Butler, Bryan Carpenter, Lori Carpenter, Chris Cooley, Jolene Crabstree, Kale Dipert, Scott English, *Daniel Finkler, Jelane Gibson, Michelle Gidner, Natallie Haeck, Chris Harmon, Dustin Hass, Steve Hopkins, Seth Hopkins, Carl Mazurek, Kathy Morgan, Kyle Neef, Jennifer Phenix, Karen Price, Renee Rosin, Mindy Shoup, Grant Simp­ son, Aaron Smith, Jeremy Smith, Jesse Snow, Tom Snyder, Kevin Stevens, Heather Steward, Kim ■ Plus, famous John Deere quality, reliability ADERSHIP AT WORK* THORNAPPLE VALLEY Thompson, Angela Tobias, Mike Trowbridge. 12th Grade ♦Paul Adrainson, Cabe Allen, Claudia Andler, Scott Armour, Michelle Baker, ♦Janet Boldrey, Brian Brandt, Jason Carpenter, Christina Casado-Gil, Rachelle Cheeseman, Mickey Collier, ♦Sara Degroot, Terry Demp­ sey, *Renee Dingman, James Edinger, Kelly Endsley, Tony Eye, Tim Ferrier, Tricia Gib­ son, *Donna Green, Holli Hale, Brice Hasselback, Kelly Hickey, Tracy Hughes, Jamie Joseph, Tracy Kangas, Jeff Knoll, Vicky Koch, Dianna Mahoney, Corey Mettler, Cindy Morris, Chris Mudry, Matt Nehmer, Travis Norton, Aaron Patrick, *Janet Pool, Jerry Reese, Mindy Reid, Jeremy Reynolds, Carrie Root, *Dawn Root, *Amy Roscoe, *Tim Schilz, Shawn Scott, Blanca Serrano, ♦Vic­ toria Slocum, Kathryn Stairs, Darrel Stine, *Leigh Stine, Casey Thompson, Kirk Warner, Shawn Weicht. In a research report summary called “Twency Clues to Rural Community Survival,” the number one clue is listed as “evidence of community pride. ” Probably no word has a greater variety of meanings or can bring about such opposite feelings as the word “pride.” I believe that it could be worth our time and effort to consider its definitions and applications for our school and community. Webster defines pride as follows: 1. The quailty of state of being proud; as a) inordinate (ex­ cessive) self esteem; conceit, b) a reasonable orjustifiable self respect, c) delight or elation arising from some act, possession or relationship. 2. Proud or disdainful behavior or treatment. 3. a) Ostentatious (pretentious) display, b) Highest pitch. 4. A source of pride: the best in a group or class. , 5. A company of lions. If you have reviewed the possible definitions carefully, you will undoubtedly agree that some are bad, and not what we want for our students, school or community. We don’t want to teach, or be known for, being “conceited, disdainful or preten­ tious,” and we don’t want to be regarded that way by outsiders. We do, however, want our students, school, and community to have “reasonable and justifiable self respect” and to have the “delight or elation” that comes with being the best that we can be. The fact that we are known as the “Lions” completes a good positive picture and definition of the right kind of pride. How does evidence of community pride serve as a clue to community survival? There are a number of ways listed in the other “clues.” One is that the “community is concerned about quality.” Others include: “willingness to invest in the future; strong belief in and support for education; deliberate transition of power to a younger generation of leaders; willingness to seek help from outside; and conviction that, in the long run, you have to do it yourself.” There are a number of programs and services in our school and community ofwhich we can be “justifiably proud.” Those who are part of these programs and services undoubtedly will be able to relate to the above clues. If we wish to have the right kind of pride in our total school and community, we will do well to check ourselves against the “clues” and then do our part to act on those things which will result in “a source of pride.” I find that kind of action inspiring and challenging. It is what being part of “a company of lions” is all about. What do you think. COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner«Mich. uc. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans.. M 1 Do-it-yourself • 1%” pipe 5’ length, Et 1 Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair Di ! Service on Submergible Pumps |n r Estimates Available 726-0377 3 Miles North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml « 616-527-2724 dfl 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1991 — Page 9 Winners announced forholiday coloring contest Jessica Cowell and Teather Lowe are the first place winners in their respective age divisions of the Maple Valley News’ annual Coloring Contest. Each will receive a $25 gift certificate. Jessica, 6, won first prize in the age 6 and under category. She lives at 7810 Brown Rd., Vermontville and her winning entry was the picture sponsored by Nancy's Beauty Shop. Teather, 9, captured the top prize in the 7 to 10 age ^ks division. She lives at 115 Phillips St. Nashville. Her winning picture was sponsored by Musser Service. Second place winners are Cody Tyler, 6, and Kara Rathburn, 10. They will receive $20 gift certificates. Cody of Nashville won with an entry sponsored by Hastings City Bank. Kara of 10538 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, submitted his winning picture to Maple Valley Fuller Street Elementary School honor roll named 4th Grade All A’s Brooke Joppie, Tiffani Coats, Jessie Gearin, Kim Knoll, Alexis Smith, Leah Smith, Rich Smith, Nathan Swift, Lindsay Pettengill, Josh Oleson, Craig Harvey, Teather Lowe, Michelle Jewell. B Average Heather Brisco, Ryan □®I»1IIJ(A|« p$fc Correction— Arthur Frith is one of the candidates seeking a Nashville Village Council seat in the February primary election. The Dec. 3 issue of the Maple Valley News incorrectly iden­ tified him as Arthur Drake. Emerick, Brett Lancaster, Tiffany Banks, Brandi Ber­ nier, Jesse Schantz, Brook Bennett, Joe Elliston, Chris Lentz, Keven Mengyan, Brandon Garvey, Jessie McIntyre, Mike Meade, Brad Rapson, Tiffany Sparks, Becky Wilson, Dan Skedgell, Ben Snow, Jeff Robotham, Tiffany Robins, Tanya Powers, Andrea Kreps, Sarah Irish, Lauren Hansbarger, Matthew France, Jessica Cook, Julie Behmdt, Emily Aspinall, Ben Hester, Kristina French, Kristy Sealy, Cassady Murphy, Denny Wood, Man­ dy Way, Jamie Little, April McCallum, Stephanie Ayers, Samantha Rice, Joshua Curtis. B*S; r^hnnnj r^hnn Maple Valley High Schools ’Wtojtam WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10 • J.V. & Varsity Boys Basketball, away, Springport, 6 p.m. din" ' FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13 • J.V. & Varsity Boys Basketball, away, Pewamo/Westphalia, 6 p.m. w wdMtaaA.n aa .n taiUiinipiiigii iftia'WM™ hi « t k itprid ij | SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14 • Wrestling, away, B.C. Harper Creek Invit., 10 a.m. Concrete. Third place winners of$10 gift certificates are Derek Ripley, 5, and Darin Thran, 8. Derek of 182 N. Mason, Vermontville had a winning entry sponsored by Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods. Darin of Nashville had a winning picture sponsored by Nashville Family Chiropractic Center. Although no prizes are awarded for those who receive honorable mention, a number of children deserve that recognition. In the 6 and under age category, they are Tara Gordenski, 4, for a picture submitted to The Outpost; Chelsea Martin, 3, Nancy's Beauty Shop; Leah Allen, 3 1/2, Eaton Federal Savings; Jennifer Dunn, 6, Hecker Insurance; Chayla Robles, 5, Citizens The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: Dec. 12 - Sheep Flock Management meeting, 7 p.m., Clarksville Experimental Station. Dec. 14-15 - Michigan Winter Beef Show, MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing. Dec. 16 - Telfarm Check-In, CES office. 301 S. Michigan, Hastings. Dec. 18 - Dairy Nutrition Management Meeting. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hastings Township Hall, $5 pre-registration fee includes lunch and materials. Just \Before OPEN HOUSE Saturday, December 14th 9:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. at... Maple Leaf Florist and Gifts 311 N. Main, Nashville • 852-2138 * Door Prizes for Adults & Children + Refreshments “BIG SAVINGS” on all Christmas Arrangements and Gifts Bellevue youth receives Mich. 4-H Rodeo scholarship Jamie Endsley, son of Max and Arlene Endsley of Bellevue, has received a 1991 Michigan 4-H Rodeo scholarship. He will use the $250 award to fund his studies in physical education. Michigan 4-H Rodeo scholarships are given annual­ ly to 4-H’ers who demonstrate proficiency in rodeo projects and outstanding participation in 4-H activities, long with proven leadership and citizen­ ship abilities inside and out­ side of 4-H. Endsley has been a member of the Eaton 4-H Rodeo team for seven years, as well as a member of the Western Con­ nection 4-H Horse Club. In 1990, Endsley was chosen for the state 4-H rodeo show, and in 1987 he was named best all-around cowboy, champion bull rider and champion roper. He also served on the State Rodeo Developmental Committee. Endsley will use the scholarship at Grand Rapids Junior College, where he is a freshman this year. 4-H'ers interested in apply­ ing for the Michigan 4-H Rodeo scholarship should contact Connie L. Theunick, Eaton County Extension 4-H agent, at (517) 543-2310. THE WINNING TEAM MONDAY, DECEMBER 16 • Wrestling, away, Lake Odessa/Muskegon, 6 p.m. at Lakewood YOU NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER “Offering New Therapies Not Available at Other Area Clinics” Dr. Michael Callton litftaiitatito Summary CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING • Back Pain • Neck Pain • Headaches • Leg & Arm Pains • Numbness & Tingling • Work Injuries • Auto Injuries • Sports Injuries • Farm Injuries NEW PATIENT PATI SPECIAL ।Examination, X-Rays, I and Treatment.......................... । | MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES 12/1W91 |' THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO hdjittiiiiggKi'iitlR naiifffldwwiji Elevator; Samuel Ayers, 6, Nashville Feed & Seed; Valerie Smith, 6, Hecker Insurance; Wesley Hasman, 5, Wolever’s Real Estate; and Ashley Jensen, 5, Goodtime Pizza In the 7 to 10 age division, honorable mention is given to Ryan Fenner, 7, Hecker Insurance; Kevin Ripley, 7, Toni's Style Shop; Nate Jarvie. 8, Hastings City BankNashville office; Cassady Murphy, 9, Goodtime Pizza; Mikael Lara, 7, Wolever’s Real Estate; Samantha Allen, 7, Mapes Family Florist; Erica Krolik, 10, Citizens Elevator; Hillary Grant, 7, Citizens Elevator;' Meghann Dunham, 8, The Outpost; Paul Henry Felder, 7, Village Hair Port; Chris Dunham, 10, Eaton Federal Savings Bank; and Janelie Sottillie, 10, Mace Pharmacy. 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HOMETOWN] ESS Discount for Cash Claims LUMBER YARD YARD LUMBER (08OK CREDIT Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml 219 S. State, Nashville 852-0882 �Th* Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1991 — Page 10 Maple Valley Lion eagers look to replace lost seniors On the first day of basketball practice, Maple Valley head coach Jerry Reese looked over his 1991­ 92 Lions. Reese did not see Jason Hoefler or Scott Casteele, both of whom were firstteam all-conference selections a year ago and were three-year letter winners. He also did not see five other graduated players from 1990-^1’s 14-7 team, that finished second to Battle Creek Pennfield in the SMAA standings. So, with the season opener tonight at Springport, Reese will be looking for some of his younger players to pick up the slack. "This will be a rebuilding Maple Valley JV & VarsityBasketball Tues., Dec. 10 Fri., Dec. 13 Tues., Dec. 17 Tues., Jan. 7 Fri., Jan. 10 Tues., Jan. 14 Fri., Jan. 17 Tues., Jan. 21 Fri., Jan. 24 Sat., Jan. 25 Tues., Feb. 4 Sat., Feb. 8 Tues., Feb. 11 Fri., Feb. 14 Tues., Feb. 18 Fri., Feb. 21 Tues., Feb. 25 Fri., Feb. 28 Tues., Mar. 3 Fri., Mar. 6 Springport Pewamo Westphalia Lansing Christian Middleville Bellevue Potterville Olivet Portland St. Philip Galesburg/Augusta Bath Paw Paw Galesburg/Augusta Lansing Christian Lakewood Bellevue Pennfield Olivet Bath St. Philip A A H H H A A H H H A A A A H A H H H A 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 year," Reese said. "We graduated seven outstanding seniors. "I'm hoping we can develop into a competitive squad (over the course of the season)." Reese does have several players who got a lot of playing time a year ago, including 6-3 Darrel Stine, an All-SMAA and first-team all-county selection. Stine, 1991-92 Maple Valley varsity basketball team: Front row (left to right) Mgr, Ryan Gidner, Mickey Collier, Chip Reese, Scott English, Tim Ferrier, Steve Hopkins, Mgr. John Decarli. Back Row- Nikki Grinnage, Mike Trowbridge, Darrel Stine, Brice Hasselback, Bryan Carpenter and Greg Gam. Continued on next page— Boys and Girls These area merchants support the ... year-round! Let’s SUPPORT THESE MERCHANTS The Carpenter’s Den Furniture Stripping 177 South Main Vermontville Phone 726-1043 by Elaine and Stuart 528 Sherman, Nashville Phone 852-0943 301 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9393 The Personal Touch Powers Service Hecker Agency 6901 Thornapple Lake Nashville Phone 852-0767 133V2 S. Main . Nashville Phone 852-9587 225 N. Main Nashville Phone 852-9680 Bobbie’s Nail, Tanning & Craft Goodtime Pizza Entertainment Center 105 Washington St. Nashville Phone 517-852-9301 Nashville Feed & Seed 119 N. Main Nashville Sport Stuff Hastings City Bank 224 N. Main Nashville 852-1757 203 N. Main Nashville Phone 852-0790 Tobias Mason Insurance Agency Nancy’s Beauty Shop 109 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-2005 Genther Funeral Homes Dorothy’s Hair Salon 204 N. Queen St. Nashville • 517-852-0840 265 W. Casgrove, Nashville Phone 852-9667 Stanton Real Estate and Auctioneers Maple Valley Chapel 230 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-0940 Ph. 852-1985 or 852-1986 The Ole Cookstove Wolever’s Real Estate Musser Service Bob’s Service Shop 174 S. Main, Vermontville Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 7-3 Saturday 7-8 126 S. Main St. Nashville Phone 852-1501 160 S. Main Nashville Phone 852-9446 610 S. Wellman Rd. Nashville Phone 852-9377 Mace Pharmacy Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods Wheeler Marine Service Nashville Locker Service South M-66, Nashville Phone 852-9609 729 Durkee, Nashville Phone 852-9332 207 N. Main St. Nashville Phone 852-0845 233 N. Main Nashville Phone 852-0713 Eaton Federal Savings Bank Toni’s Style Shop Mape’s Family Florist N. Main Nashville Phone 852-9192 107 North Main St. Nashville Phone 852-2050 O’Dell’s Towing Citizen’s Elevator Company Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 870 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0514 737 Sherman (7 Blocks E. of Main) Nashville — Phone 852-1910 White, Ford & New Holland 111 24 Hr. Service 141 N. Main, Vermontville Ph. 726-1040 or 726-1009 Carl’s Super Market, Inc. 999 Reed St., Nashville Phone 852-1991 109 S. Main Street Nashville Phone 852-1830 157 S. Main Vermontville Phone 1-517-726-0330 Trowbridge’s Auto Parts & Service Center 130 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0569 Styles*R-Us 224 Main, Nashville Ph. 852-1757 Main Street Vermontville & Nashville Ph. 726-0181 & 726-0555 Kent Oil Co. M-66 at South Village Limits, Nasvhille Phone 852-9210 Hometown Lumber 219 S. State Nashville Phone 852-0882 Country Kettle Cafe West bide of i Diana’s Place 10030 Thornapple Lk. Rd. Nashville Ph. 852-9481 Maple Valley Real Estate State Farm Insurance 227 N. Main St., Nashville 517-852-1915 or 852-1916 825 S. Hanover, Hastings Phone 948-8488 — Ruth Hughes — Main St. Nashville Phone 852-1551 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1991 — Page 11 Maple Valley Lion matmen hope to learn from experience Last season's edition of the Maple Valley wrestling team finished 13-9 overall in duals and won a district title. But according to coach Chris Ricketts, this year's Lions could do even better. Maple Valley will be wrestling in a new league this year. The Lions will join traditional SMAA rivals Bellevue and Olivet in competing against some Lansing-area teams, such as Bath and Dansville. Ricketts said he likes what he has seen from his team in practices thus far. "We have some kids who are good wrestlers," he said. "They're not super, but we have a good nucleus of wrestlers. "We are very definately improved over last year." Ricketts said that he should be able to fill all weight classes this season, but that the Lions lack depth, should they be beseiged by injuries, illness or eligibility problems. Leading the way is a talented group of seniors, led by co-captain Aaron Patrick, who Ricketts describes as his best wrestler. Patrick will probably be a 152 this season. Other seniors looking to contribute include Chris Varney (103), Jason Byington (130), and Brian Dennis (152-160). Ricketts also likes juniors Dan Finkler (152), Grant Simpson (130-135) and Jack Cripe (112-119). "Our success will depend on how much we improve during the season," Ricketts said. "But this is a good group ofkids." The Lions open the season Saturday against a tough field at the Harper Creek Invitational. Maple Valley's first home action is its own Jan. 4 tournament. Maple Valley Wrestling w Sat., Dec. 14 Mon., Dec. 16 Sat., Jan. 4 Thurs., Jan. 9 Sat., Jan. 11 Tues. Jan. 14 Wed., Jan. 15 Wed., Jan. 22 Thurs., Jan. 23 Wed., Jan. 29 Fri., Jan. 31 Wed., Feb. 5 Thurs., Feb. 6 Tues., Feb. 11 Sat., Feb. 15 Wed., Feb. 19 Sat., Feb. 22 Harper Creek B.C. Invit. M uskegon/Lakewood M.V. Invitational Fulton/Lansing Christian Union City Invit. Springport Lake O (B)ZBellevue Bath Pennfield/Mattawan Bellevue/Potterville Union City/Bath Olivet/Dansville Jonesville/Athens Hopkins/Bangor League Tourn. at Bath Team Districts Indiv. Districts A A H A A H H A A A H A A A A 10:00 6:00 8:00 6:00 8:00 6:30 6:00 6:00 5:30 6:00 6:30 6:00 7:30 6:00 8:00 A IWe fMfl Lion eagers tat^iStiiij^ 15/S.Uan Vemli Hkw fflMI Dorothy’s HiirSaloo flweKff IlijSWl who averaged 12.9 points per game a year ago, is slated for the power forward position this season. Other seniors that should see plenty of action include EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a completed line of ... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK RICHARD J. EWING OWNER 6-4 center Brice Hasselback, 5- 9 point guard Chip Reese, 6-0 off-guard Tim Ferrier, and 6-1 forward Mickey Collier. Both Chip Reese and Collier were key reserves on last year's team. While the seniors will lead FACTORY WORKERS Allo area company has ■ sanding, bulling, and light assembly openings? available. 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Cooperative Extension offers four nature books The Cooperative Extension Service recently has published four nature books that may be an appropriate gift for the out­ door enthusiast. The latest book. Nature From Your Backdoor, por­ trays in words and line draw­ ings, from bats in the attic, toads on the lawn and owls in the night to the robin and the ring-necked snake, these and many more denizens of the back yard nature preserve. The book, by Extension wildlife specialist Glenn R. Dudderar, is a collection of the monthly columns he has been sending to Michigan newspapers and magazines since the mid-1970s. Some ofthe columns have a strictly seasonal slant; others deal with problems wildlife sometimes cause, human at­ titudes toward wildlife, animal behavior, wildlife management projects and nature as teacher. From close encounters of the worst kind with the occasional errant skunk to the opossum that “played possum” standing up, the stories give readers a glimpse into the wonders of nature that are as close as their back yards. Other wildlife guides released by the Cooperative Extension Service include Michigan's Turtles and Lizards, Michigan Snakes and Managing Michigan Ponds. The soft cover books are pric­ ed from $2.50 to $9.95 and are available at the Eaton County Cooperative Exten- • • • • sion Service, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte 48813. Another gift idea available from Extension is the Eaton County Land Atlas and Plat Book. The 1990 book, distributed by the 4-H Ad­ visory Council, details land ownership in the county. It is priced at $15.60. Christmas Roping Per yu. sl69-sl89 Fresh Wreaths..... &uPs895 Christmas Centerpieces....... &uP s795 Loose Carnations........ Cash & Carry / 83 8 White, Pink, Yellow or Extension Homemakers name officers The Eaton County Council of the Extension continued from 10 GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available 1991-92 Maple Valley wrestling team: Front row (left to right)- Mgr. Timmy Mawiernia, Mgr. Tony Appelman,, Jason Byington, Matt Bowen, Mgr. Trevor Wawa, Chris Varney, Casey Thompson, Mark Trowbridge Trowbridge, Barry Byington, Brady Simpson. Second row- Brian the Lions this year, Maple Valley's success could come down to how well the juniors perform. "We -must find players up from the junior varsity team to fill gaps created by graduation," noted Reese. Among that group are guards Scott English, Greg Garn and Nikki Grinnage, forwards Bryan Carpenter and Steve Hopkins, and center Mike Trowbridge. Reese likes Olivet, the team that ousted the Lions from the district tournament at Kalamazoo Hackett last year on a buzzer-beater, as the favorite in the SMAA race. The Eagles were a very young team a year ago, but came on at the end of the year. Reese said that Bellevue and St. Philip also return several key players. "We will have a much tougher schedule (this year), as two of our former league schools have joined other leagues," Reese said. Following tonight's opener at Springport, the Lions will travel to Pewamo Westphalia Friday. Maple Valley's home opener is next Tuesday against Lansing Christian. The Lions will then be off until Jan.7, when they will be host to Middleville. Miscellaneous CHOCOLATE, CHOCO­ LATE! FILLINGS, FILL­ INGS! MOLDS, MOLDS! FRIENDLY, FRIENDLY! CANDYLAND-963-1010. Homemakers Association last week installed their new of­ ficers for the 1992 year. They are: president, Catie Epling of Lansing; second vice president, Dorothy Clarke of Eaton Rapids; Florence Donley, secretary, ofCharlotte; treasurer, Thelsa Turner of Charlotte; and past president, Ina Wooley of Charlotte. The installation ceremony Dec. 3 was one program seg­ ment held at the annual Awards Brunch, in honor of the past year’s achievements by the association. Each member also contributed a canned meat product to be donated to the county-wide food pantries, under this year's brunch theme, “Christmas Is For Sharing.” Extension Homemakers is a county-wide organization that provides informal educational programs that center on fami­ ly issues. If interested in lear­ ning more about the group, call Betty Cook, 543-4558, membership chairwoman. • Red Roses C&C .. ea. From sooo Poinsettias s295 • Mixed Bouquets c&c $2®® Let Barlows be Your Santa this Year A MMf M iBwb ■ DAILY DELIVERIES»... *•*•*» 109 West Slate St. I tastings Vermontville Hardware We will be... CLOSING ON SUNDAYS — Beginning Dec. 29 — Open Again Sundays Beginning in April HOURS: Monday thru Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 11 a..m to 3 p.m. 131 S. Main, Vermontville, Ml North Shore Welding IS MOVING ... as of December 16,1991 To better serve our many customers, we’ll have a new shop at ... 5300 Curtis Road, Nashville, Ml 490073 New Phone will be ... 517-852-2233 Stop in and see us for all your Welding Services COMPLETE PORTABLE SERVICE • Custom Fabricating • Aluminum Boat Repair • Mig • Tic • Stick • Gas Welding of All Metals Certified Welder with 30 years experience Bill Hecker �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1991 Vermontville Grocery OPEN Mon.-Fri. 8 to 8; Sat. 8 to 6; Sun. 9 to 3 Due to getting the proper licenses changed over to our name, we are currently unable to accept WIC, sell Lottery and beer and wine. Signs will be posted and our ads will announce when our licenses go through. We can now accept food stamps. We reserve the right to limit quantities 160 S. Main, Vermontville fZU’UOQU and correct errors in printing. 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Tropicana Orange Juice ■oz. □□BE3BBQE3BE3BBE3BBtiBBE3BBE3BB � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/805/MapleValleyNews_1991-12-17.pdf 0f07c5c11b73c2ba631f5f0af0e2cee9 PDF Text Text ^^STlNOS lNOS Mt *OJS **** Ne. f Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. ■ 952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 120 - No. 20 — Tuesday, December 17, 1991 School board approves pay hike for substitute teachers by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Difficulty in Securing substitute teachers to serve in the Maple Valley school district prompted the Board of Education last Monday to ap­ prove an increase in daily pay offered subs. The board unanimously ap­ proved raising the current per diem rate from $45 to $54. The rate for a half day of ser­ vice will jump from $22.50 to $27. In addition, after a substitute has been on the job for 10 consecutive days the daily rate will be $60, paid retroactively. Previously this amount was set at $50 per day. After 60 days, a substitute teacher will receive the regular base rate paid Maple Valley teachers. “This is a competitive situation," noted Supt. Ozzie Nashville community to lose its only doctor this week by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter When Dr. John F. Hildebrandt closes his medical practice in Nashville Friday, the community will be without a physician for the first time in 125 years. Hildebrandt, who took over when longtime local physician Dr. Thomas Myers retired last year, will move his practice to Ionia. Pennock Hospital in Hastings owns the local doc­ tor’s office at 307 N. Main St., and hopes to find a physi­ cian to serve in the Nashville location. “We are looking for another doctor, but we have nothing definite," said Marci Mulder, assistant director of public affairs at Pennock Hospital. The building has been con­ tinuously occupied by physi­ cians since 1916, the year Dr. Carl Kice Brown came to Nashville and established his practice there. Brown died suddenly in December 1929, at age 47, following surgery at University Hospital at Ann Arbor, and was succeeded by his brother-in-law, Dr. Stewart Lofdahl of Chicago. Lofdahl came to Nashville in 1930 and practiced medicine here for 30 years. When he retired in 1960, his young associate, Dr. Thomas Myers, took over. Like his predecessor, Myers served the community for 30 years. Nashville has had at least one doctor practicing in the community since 1866 when Dr. John H. Palmer arrived in the fledgling settlement. Palmer also was Nashville’s first postmaster, serving from 1866 to 1871. Nashville often had two or three doctors operating prac­ tices in the village at the same time. In one case, both were in the same family. Drs. John and Minnie Baker were a husband-wife team who had their offices in a house that stood on North Main Street approximately opposite the present physician’s office. The front part of the Hildebrandt office is one of the oldest structures in town. Originally it was the first home of Jacob Lentz, who in 1867 founded the Lentz Table Company that later would become Nashville’s largest employer. The building has been ex­ tensively expanded and modernized over the years, and now local residents anx­ iously await announcement that it will continue to house a medical practice. Dr. Hildebrandt’s wife, Cheryl, said she and her hus­ band will miss the local area, and that moving “was a hard decision to make.” For new physician referral, patients may call Pennock Hospital at 945-3451. Parks. “If we don’t pay (enough), we can’t get the teachers.” Compared to other area schools, Maple Valley has been on the bottom rung ofthe pay scale for substitutes, with the exception of Bellevue which pays $45 per day. A report presented at Mon­ day’s meeting showed daily rates paid by some school districts: Charlotte $50, Grand Ledge $55, Hastings $50, Lakewood $53, Eaton County Intermediate $83, Barry County Intermediate $50. Nancy Potter, KelloggFuller Street principal, told the board that Maple Valley’s low pay scale for substitutes has made it difficult to secure teachers when regular staff members are absent. “Today I was three subs short,” noted Potter, adding that this necessitated cancella­ tion of several regularly scheduled classes. “It’s a nightmare. It is real difficult to get (substitute) teachers to come in.” . “Money will solve it?” asked Board President Harold Stewart. Potter responded, “It will help.” In a related matter, the board considered, but later tabled a proposal to hire a per­ son to field calls from faculty members reporting in sick and to arrange for substitutes by phone. Potter, who did exten­ sive research on the matter for the board, noted that the hir- t t There are many days that we have spent in excess of two hours attempting to find subs for teachers that have called in sick or have other excused yy absences. — Nancy Potter ing of substitute teachers at the elementary level has become a “very time consum­ ing and stressful task” for ad­ ministrators and their secretaries. “There are many days that we have spent in excess oftwo hours attempting to find subs for teachers that have called in sick or have other excused absences,” reported Potter. “We have had to make up to as many as 22 phone calls in the attempt of finding one sub and have been unsuccessful in the attempt.” Potter proposed that the board hire an individual at See Substitute, page 2 Two brothers arrested in Nashville assault Two brothers were arrested of the home fled to a early Sunday morning, Dec. neighbor’s house and phoned 8, on a charge ofbreaking and police. The suspects were still entering a Nashville home and at the scene when officers arrived. assaulting a resident there. Both men were arraigned in Nashville. Police Sgt. Gene Koetje reported that Dana Barry County District Court Symonds, 25, of 105 State St. on charges of breaking and and Kenneth Symonds Sr., entering and assault with in­ 39, of 3663 Bridge Park tent to do great bodily harm. Road, Hastings, were arrested Dana Symonds was released by Nashville and Barry Coun­ on $7,000 bond; Kenneth Symonds Sr., on $5,000. ty officers about 12:30 a.m. The Nashville ambulance after they allegedly broke into a home at 325 Maple St. and transported Allerding to Pen­ assaulted Jerry Allerding, nock Hospital in Hastings, where he was treated and who lives at that address. Koetje said another resident released. Council to help Muzzleloaders with ‘camp fee’ This trio of hardy "Free Trappers" reflected a bygone era when they appeared Thursday before the Nashville Village Council to question state control of their campsites. They are (from left) Terry Shafer, Royce DeMond and Hank Felder Jr. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The scene appeared to be one from the past, but the pro­ blem was one of the present: government regulations. Dressed in period costumes, three members of the Fork River Free Trappers Associa­ tion filed into Nashville’s Village Council meeting last Thursday evening. They were in the audience to ask local of­ ficials for help with a $50 fee that must be paid to the state if they wish to conduct their an­ nual weekend campout in Nashville next summer. The trappers are participants in the Muzzleloaders’ Rendezvous that has been staged in Nashville one weekend each summer for the past seven years, most recently in con­ junction with the village’s an­ nual Harvest Festival in August. Members portray the lives of traders, trappers and French voyagers ofthe 1800s, creating a living history event that draws numerous spec­ tators to the camp site on the old Riverside ball field southwest of the business district. Hank Felder Jr., local organizer of the event, told the council Thursday that the group has been notified that the state Department of Public Health requires securing a temporary campground per­ mit. The application must be accompanied by a $25 license fee, and there is also a $25 in­ spection fee. “Anything more than five camps is considered a state campground,” noted Felder. At the 1991 meet in Nashville there were 36 primitive camp sites and several modem camps on the village-owned grounds, said Felder. “We feel it is wrong (that the state is) taking away from the village,” added Felder. “You don’t have any say at all.” Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer explained the state’s rationale is that campers not create any health problems, which she called “a reasonable require­ ment.” The inspection by health department officials deals with sanitary facilities, for example, requiring one port-a-john for each sex for every 25 campsites. Dwyer said that the village should pay the $50 fee, “But how do we recoup it?” Village President Ray Hin­ ckley suggested that the coun­ cil ask the Chamber of Com­ merce for help. Royce DeMond, one of the Fork River Free Trappers present, said that perhaps in the future the group could conduct a raffle to raise funds for the permit fees. Village Clerk Rose Heaton said state regulations would require payment of the $50 even from a group such as the Boy Scouts, who held a weekend camporee on the site in 1990. In other business Thursday, the council reversed last month’s negative decision on a proposal by the local Lions Club to remove a large tree that is believed to present a sledding hazard at Standpipe Hill in Putnam Park. The tree removal was part of a Lions project for park improvements that included repair of playground equipment and handrails. Dwyer initially had opposed the move because she said she “hated to take out a good tree, See Muzzleloaders page 13 In This Issue... • Cost of school lunches to increase in ’92 • Two file for ‘no-party’ positions in Nashville ’ • Community responds to ‘plea for kids’ Christmas wishes • Maplewood students decorate ‘opera house �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1991 — Page 2 Substitute teachers get raise r $11.28 per day’for a five-day week to handle substitute call­ ing for a 36-weeks school year. The job would take an average oftwo hours per day, but the indiviudual would have to be available for calls throughout the day with the aid of an answering machine placed in the home by the school. High school teacher John Hughes, chief negotiator for the Maple Valley Education Association, questioned the board’s compliance with pre­ sent contract language. “Our contract says we (teachers) call the building principal (if case of absence),” noted Hughes. “I’m not in disagreement with this (proposed plan) at all, but it scares me a little bit that the board can make changes so easily” in the existing contract. Hughes said the board should have consulted with him before considering action on the matter. Parks said that no one involved in drawing up the proposal had realized it would necessitate a change in present contract language. The board and Hughes agreed that a letter of understanding from the teachers’ union could clear up the problem, and the matter was tabled. Officials said they expect to reconsider the pro­ posal during sepcial meeting called for 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, to study bonding issues in a school expansion proposal. On another matter Monday, the board hired Jill Booher of Vermontville as new secretary at Central Office, bringing the staff there to three. The board also adopted job descriptions for those three positions. The new title of comptroller was approved for bookkeeper Pam Harvey because ofthe expanded scope of her duties. The other two designated posts are payroll­ payables secretary, and secretary to the superinten­ dent and Board of Education. In other business the board approved a resolution to establish a state-funded early childhood education program that will target 4-year-olds at risk of becoming educational­ ly disadvantaged and who may have extraordinary need of special help. The grant will provide a $2,500 per capita allowance for 10 selected youngsters in the Maple Valley district. Janice Haag, presently teaching in Maple Valley’s pre-primary program, will be the project director and teacher. Under the home-based pro­ gram Haag will be required to visit each family one hour per week to spend time with the child and its parent or quardian. The 10 children and their parents would be re­ quired to meet weekly for a group session of two and onehalf hours. “A key factor in the pro­ gram is that not only are we working with the child, we are working with the parents,” noted Haag. She said she expects the new program to be in place locally by Jan. 6. Provided under the State School Aid Act, the program has an appropriation of $27.5 million to serve 11,025 mon , Michigan 4-year-olds in the 1991-92 school year. On another matter Monday, the board took a look at cur­ rent financial projections for the 1991-92 school year in a Pamper Yourself rJorcTfie Professional Styling for the Whole Family! Diana’s Place Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. • Open Tues.-Sat. Owner Diana Kuetnpel • 852-9481 from front report prepared by Parks. Ex­ penditures now are expected to exceed revenues by $118,930. An excess of $146,591 in the 10 percent fund equity will offset the ex­ cess expenditures, but Parks warned the board, “This is a little bit like living on your savings. A year or two down the line, you’re going to have to balance out revenues with expenditures.” He added that if expen­ ditures keep increasing, even­ tually revenues will have to be increased. In other business Monday, the board: __Approved three state aid incentive resolutions dealing with graduation requirements, class size and quality of education. — Agreed to raise school lunch prices to offset losses in the food service budget which, without action, appear Vermontville Bible Church will present the Christmas drama "What the Pro­ likely to dip below a 10 per­ phets Said Is So!", Sunday, Dec. 22 at 6 p.m. at 250 N. Main, Vermontville. cent fund balance this school For more information call (517)'726-0647. year. (See related story in this Pictured (from left, back) are Kent Hamiton, Jim Robotham, Matt Gale, Cliff By­ issue.) ington and Brian Moore; (front) Ozzie Parks, Marvin Raffler, Aaron Raffler and _ Approved a contact Kedron Rhodes. Absent is Jim Keasler and Ryan Gidner. with Janis Gaubatz as teacher of a new resource room at Maplewood Elementary. — Agreed to seek bids for purchase of two new 72-passenger school buses. Previous models have held 66 passengers. Mengyn said an additional, The Food Services Com­ by Susan Hinckley — Heard a report from smaller increase in lunch mittee, a branch ofthe Central StaffWriter Transportation, Facilities and prices may be necessary next Planning Committee for longEating lunch at Maple Equipment Director Gerald fall. range school improvement, Aldrich that a University of Valley schools will cost more Increased costs of employee recommended a hike in lunch Michigan accreditation in the new year. insurance is a major factor prices in a presentation to the Increases approved by the specialist who visited the cited for the price hike. The board in September. The pro­ Board of Education last Mon­ school recently was “not very insurance has jumped $12,872 posal was seen as a way to happy with the halls in the day night affect lunch prices (or 211 percent) over the past keep the financial end of the for all students and adults. high school” because she two years. The need to update program “on an even keel,” The price of individual milk found dirt in the comers. kitchen equipment also was said Committee Member Geri servings also was increased. Aldrich said the department is noted. Mater, who gave that report. The changes go into effect “a little bit” understaffed and “There has been almost no The kitchen at the junior­ he suggested a study to deter­ Jan. 1. , capital outlay in the last two senior high currently prepares Elementary student lunches mine ifmore help is needed as years,” said Parks. and serves approximately 90 well as ways to improve will rise from 1$ to $1.10; Maple Valley’s current lunches for Kellogg School junior and senior high, from efficiency. food service budget shows and 300 for the junior-senior $1.10 to $1.25; adults from — Heard a report from Pat total revenues of $227,873 high school. In the kitchen at $1.60 to $1.75, and milk, Powers, Maple Valley school and total expenditures of Maplewood in Vermontville, bus mechanic, on removal of from 20 to 25 cents. $243,776. lunches are prepared and The move brings Maple a old fuel storage tank and “This fund appears likely to served to about 200 students; contaminated soil at the Ver­ Valley’s lunch prices in line dip below a 10 percent fund Nashville’s Fuller Street montville school bus garage. with those at other area balance this year if no ad­ Elementary kitchen staff also schools, and is designed to of­ (See related story.) — Heard a progress report fset current losses in the local justments are made,” Parks prepares and serves about 200 told the board. meals daily. by Potter on the outcomes- program. In the past two based education program now years, expenditures for the hot being piloted at Maple Valley lunch program have risen 10 elementary schools. She sug­ percent while revenues have increased only .02 percent. gested ways to improve the “Our high school lunches program that focuses on im­ proving reading and math were the lowest in the area,” V.F.W. Post 8260, Nashville, MI skills, but said overall she per­ noted Superintendent Ozzie Parks. Lakewood and sonally feels, “It is a very Charlotte both charge $1.40; good program.” Bellevue, $1.30, and Hastings Serving ... 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Olivet, $1.25. There was less disparity in: Adults s4 • Children s275 • All You Can Eat elementary lunch prices, which ranged from $1 to $1.15. Hastings and Potter? ville charge all students the same price ($1.25) regardless of grade level. Adults pay $2.25 to eat lunch at Charlotte schools; at Lakewood it’s $2; Bellevue $1.80. At Hastings, Potter­ ville and Olivet, adults pay $1.75. Offering New Parks said student lunches Therapies now served at free or reduced Not Available at prices under government sub; sidies will be not be affected Other Area Clinics by the new schedule. Back Pain • Neck Pain Board Treasurer Lynn • Headaches Christmas drama planned for Dec. 22 Cost of school lunches to jump in 1992 reports Board of Education Fish & Chicken Fry Friday, December 20 BAKE SALE & BAZAAR NASHVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER Correction The Vermontville Village Council will conduct a public hearing at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, on a request by Doug Janousek to abandon a portion of Jefferson Street. The Dec. 10 issue of the Maple Valley News incorrectly listed the tirtie as 4 p.m. Dr. Michael Callton • Leg & Arm Pains Numbness & Tingling Work Injuries Auto Injuries Sports Injuries Farm Injuries NEW PATIENT SPECIAL । Examination, X-Rays, ZC M D । and T reatment.......................... | E00I* • MUST BRING COUPON TO REDEEM OFFER • OFFER EXPIRES 12/26/91 127 S. Main St, Nashville Ph. 852-2070 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1991 — Page 3 New Maplewood school principal enjoys her work and community Putnam says she has a “real strong background in instruc­ tion,” including teaching of gifted and talented students, as well as others, and can br­ ing a lot of knowledge in ap­ plication to the local school system. Putnam graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education with a language arts background and earned her master’s degree at Central Michigan University in classroom teaching. She currently is working toward a specialist’s degree in educa­ tion at MSU. The Putnams are parents of two sons, both now attending college. INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary Hastings Mutual Insurance Company 'S 'S S’ H; Jeanne Putnam, new principal at Maplewood Elementary, finds her busy schedule at the Vermontville school ’an adventure.' * I ^'*3 US&«<•£ &«<•£ IS “"W ® M fa jffliof-S® “ sWliWim -taditai Wa n ppnil a h sdiuhtHi; Wt'i life by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter After having no building principal for the first three months of the school year, staff and students at Vermont­ ville’s Maplewood Elemen­ tary are happy that Jeannie Putnam is on the job. And so is she. Putnam took over Nov. 25, filling the post vacated in August by David Doozan when he accepted a prin­ cipal’s post at Woodland for the Lakewood School District. The new Maplewood prin­ cipal and her husband, Hadley Putnam, have moved to the community and are now settl­ ed in an apartment at Ver­ montville. In her public inter­ view with the school board in October, Putnam said she and her husband were impressed with the natural beauty of the Maple Valley area. Putnam came to Maplewood from the East Grand Rapids school district, where she had been employed one year as a Chapter I reading teacher and had handled curriculum and staff development. Maplewood is her first assignment as principal and she is finding the experience of getting oriented and cat­ ching up “an adventure. “The staff and kids at Maplewood have been very friendly,” noted Putnam. Her longest teaching service was at the JohannesburgLewiston district, near Gaylord, where at various times she taught all levels, from pre-school through eighth grade. Maple Leaf Grange planning holiday community dinner 82{0,hW JecembeiZO: 5:30W Wednesday, Dec. 25. This is the second year the Grange has sponsored the event as a community service. In addition to a free “turkey and trimmings” dinner, there will be musical entertainment. -Maple Valley Athletic Boosters £ The Grange is located on M-66, four miles south of Nashville. ■ MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA S For those who have no ETHURSDAY • 6:15 P.M. = means of transportation, rides " Doors Open 5:30 • Early Binis 6:00 — can be arranged by phoning Reva Schantz, 852-9243. Anyone who would other­ wise be alone on Christmas Day is invited to a community dinner provided by the Maple Leaf Grange at 1 p.m. I BINGO | Having trouble getting to DM* Classes Scheduled at: Enroll Jan. 2, from 7-8 p.m. Maple Valley High School I Lansing Community College Learning Centers _j See Us, We Can Help Eaton Federal Bank k a Special Telephone Registration for returning students enrolling in off-campus classes Jan. 2-3. See the LCC The Schedule Book for details. Continuing Telephone registration number is Education . £ (517) 363-2222 Office fX An equal opportunity, (517) 483-1860 NOT Confusing NOT Complicated NOT Expensive PLUS Pays You Interest us? Lakewood High School Enroll at Charlotte High School Jan. 2, from 5-7 p.m. If You Want a Checking Account that is affirmative action college We’LL COME TO YOU! 5 $ DONATE A TOY Once again this year, Eaton Federal will be col& lecting unwrapped toys tf or delivery byChristmas the Fire I Departmentt on £<•’ £<•’ Eve. r\r rO\rrRrin Rbrriinng in your new a hats, scarves and mittens for our Mitten Tree, and non-perishables for the Holiday Food Basket gee. 24 — 0peff?:004:00 FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 1 Pr°iectV. FDIC INSURED EtUUNOUSm LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past... Winter storm, Christmas programs were the mix in 1929 by Susan Hinckley Christmas programs and plans for other Yuletide observances dominated the news in Nashville 62 years ago this week. In addition, the community had to deal with an ice storm that ushered in a snowfall of blizzard proportions. (By the following week, news reports disclosed that the storm developed into a full-scale blizzard that set seasonal records for heavy snows, paralyzing the local area, as well as most of Michigan.) Details of these and other stories of the day appeared in The Nashville News Dec. 19, 1929: probably all of lower Michigan, is being held in the grip of the worst ice storm of the year, following rain that fell late Monday night and Tuesday. The temperature later dropped to freezing and on Wednesday morning a raw north wind carried with it Ice storm, low mercury snow which reached blizzard proportions before noon. grips lower Michigan Luckily there has been little Nashville and vicnity, and wind with the accumulating ice and telephone and electric lines have not been damaged to any extent as yet. The wires have been carrying heavy loads of ice and much wind is bound to cause considerable damage. While the highways have been unusually slippery and unsafe for driving, there have been few accidents and they have been minor, chiefly because drivers have been careful in the handling ofcars. Slower driving has proven the only preventive to accidents so far — unless cars were left in the garage. Since the coming of the ice and cold weather again, folks about town are more than ever envious of those fortunate folks who happen to be spending the winter in warm climates of Florida or California. An ice storm that struck Nashville on Dec. 16, 1929, developed into a full-blown blizzard that crippled the ■community and much of Michigan. The drifts reached two to six feet deep locally, delaying trains and stopping mail carriers. Men with teams of horses enlisted to haul snow from Nashville's business 'district. This southward view shows the Consumers Power Co., Mary White's ''Home Restauant" and adjacent buildings on the west side of Main Street, just south of Sherman Street. pace aced TLTZ 1929OSted e °b°Ut aboZrseven^e"011' ™ Mishler, teJ&<£d ^hh ™,^n^ Christmas program enjoyed by WLC at Tuesday’s meeting The Woman’s Literary Club held their Christmas par­ ty at Putnam Library Dec. 17. There was a good attendance despite the icy condition ofthe streets. After business items had been disposed of, the group enjoyed a sextette by singers from our high school. Misses Lucille DeWitt, Georgia Gribbin, Louise Wotring, Helen Brumm, Patricia McNitt and Betty Lentz sang “The Light of Bethlehem.” Mrs. Carl Lentz acted as hostess and told the group that the Lang players of Oberam­ mergau would present “The Littlest Shepherd.” Robed in an elaborate costume, Mrs. Chester Smith gave the story of the playlet. The play opens with David, the Littlest Shepherd, waving farewell to the shepherds who are leaving to find the Christ Child. After they are gone, he drops down by a large boulder and begins to cry. A young maiden approaches and twits him for crying. He assures her he was laughing because he is so happy to be left in charge of all the flocks. He tells her where the shepherds have gone and she coaxes him to go with her and follow them, but instead he gives her his lunch and bids her go along. Later she appears as a fairy star and blows star dust in his eyes and he falls asleep and sees a wonderful sight: the manger with the Baby Jesus, Mary kneeling near, the King of the North looking very thoughtful, shepherds and wise men stealing quietly to the manger, and high over all is an angel who guards the newborn babe. When David awakens he is so happy and the fairy star tells him always to live by this motto: “To be happy, you must first make others happy.” Then she tells him to watch for her in the heavens each night, the smallest star near the moon. She then whispers something to David and disap­ pears. The message was that behind the boulder a treasure chest would be found with gifts for each one present. During the dream of David, Mrs. Hale Sackett sang, “O, Little Town of Bethlehem.” The cast included: David, Mrs. Frank Purchiss; Fairy Star, Miss Helen Brumm; Shepherds, Mrs. Gordon Ed­ monds, Mrs. W. A. Vance, Mrs. Lucy Hinckley; Wise Men, Mrs. G. E. Wright, Mrs. Franz Maurer, Mrs. Charles Dahlhouser; King of the North, Mrs. Belle Everts; Mary, Mrs. Arthur McClure; Angel, Mrs. H. R. Willet. After gifts were distributed * Nashville, RoSrTTee^n' Students plan 1929 Christmas exercises by the shepherd lad, cake, ice cream and candy were served. And as the company dispersed many complimentary remarks were heard on the fine enter­ tainment provided for our final meeting of 1929. medical attention had it check­ ed and will soon be able to be out again.. .The Galen Cottrell family and A. E. Cottrell family are each enjoying a new radio. — (Striker District) The men of the community will Trappers may ship furs out meet tomorrow in O.H. Padof Michigan delford’s woods and cut wood Trappers are not required to for the church...Mrs. Christy have a special permit to ship Paddelford has been very ill furs out ofthe state, according for some time with heart trou­ to the law enforcement divi­ ble and does not gain as her sion of the Department of friends wish. Conservation. The 1929 law — (Branch District) A requiring permits to ship furs Christmas tree and apout ofthe state applies only to propriate exercises will be dealers and is not applicable to held at the North Evangelical individual trappers, it was church Friday evening, Dec. stated. Trappers, dealers and 20. A cordial invitation is ex­ shipping agencies have been tended to all...Mr. and Mrs. confused according to the Lester Hawks and five girls numerous lettters received by from the Branch school were the division. at Battle Creek Saturday on a shopping trip...A Christmas Pythian Sisters Christmas program will be given at the party Branch school house Monday A delightful Christmas par­ evening, Dec. 23...Joyce and ty was enjoyed Monday even- Jean Jones are under quaraning following the regular tine for chicken pox...Mrs. meeting of the Pythian Sisters Clare Marshall, who has been at the Pythian hall. The holi­ quite ill at the home of her day spirit prevailed mother, Mrs. Burchett, everywhere. Kalamazoo, is home, but has A Christmas tree with all its been suffering with quinsy for gorgeous decorations graced several days...Several of the one comer of the hall, around men from this vicinity attend­ which all eyes were fixed ed the horse sale at Hastings while Santa Claus and his Friday afternoon... Harold helper distributed gifts. Willits, who has been laid off Reminiscences of former for several weeks, was called celebrations were related; back to work at the Olds songs were sung, and automobile works in Lansing. Christmas readings given. — (Maple Grove) The SunThen as a suprise, the Most day school and Norton School Excellet Chief, Mrs. Edith will have their Christmas ex­ Kleinhans, brought forth a big ercises at the Wilcox church plum pudding just gloating Tuesday evening, Dec. with goodies, and from this 24...Francis Evans is painting each guest “pulled out a the interior of the jail at plum” that proved to be a Hastings...The Ladies’ Aid delightful gift. wishes to thank all who helped Two groups ofmembers in- with the supper or bazaar last tended to bring a suprise when Thursday night.. Proceeds, it came time for refreshments, $77. so needless to say, there was — (South Vermontville) an abundance of homemade The Wells Schools will have candy, popcorn, peanuts and their Christmas tree and the like, as each group P.T.A. Friday night...The unknowingly planned the dance, which is held at Versame treat. But the oversupply montville every Wednesday of good things to eat by no night is being well attended means detracted the enjoy­ and expects to continue ment of the evening. through the winter. We have good music and the bill only Local News — (Barryville) Christmas 50 cents...Perry Wells of Eve will be observed at our North Vermontville has mov­ church with a fine program. A ed on Mrs. Wells’ father’s Christmas tree with a little gift farm, the W. L. King place, for each child and everyone on the river road...The class invited to attend.... Mrs. party held at the church FriDoris McIntyre, tea.c..h.er o.f day night was well attended. the McKelvey ,School, has They surprised the class with Christmas exercises at the an oyster supper...Asa Strait North Evangelical Church is loading hay at Coats Grove. — (North Assyria) In spite Friday evening. Cameron McIntyre, teacher of the Nor­ of the bad weather and icy ton School, has Christmas ex­ roads, a large crowd was out ercises Christmas Eve. Arthur to the Briggs chicken pie supLathrop, teacher ofthe Moore per and bazaar. Good music School, has exercises Friday by the ladies and men’s quartet from Nashville, also evening. — (Sheldon Comers) There other musical numbers on the will be Christmas exercises at progam, were greatly the Bowen School Friday enjoyed. (Woodbury) Ben evening. Everyone is welcome...Miss Kate Bowen Schneider had electric lights is spending a few days in Bat- put in his house last week, tle Creek, before leaving for Forrest DeCamp doing the wiring...The evangelistic Florida. — (North Kalamo) Myrtle meetings closed at the Welcher, pupil at North Evangelical Church Sunday Kalamo school, is quarantined night. Much good was done at home with scarlet during the campaign. Rev. fever...Sammie Southern, Erskine is a Bible preacher. — (West Vermontville) who has been entertaining the flu, is better and will be able You are all requested to be to return to school present at the school house soon...Mrs. William Southern Friday evening, Dec. 20. A had erysipelas start on her fine Christmas program is beface, but by securing prompt Continued on next page— �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1991 — Page 5 Memories of the post, ?'1(1 ss? »■* \ *<K sss nssm s‘Si Smi SS&i mg arranged and Santa Claus will be there to greet you. — (Southwest Maple Grove) The Dunham School is preparing a Christmas pro­ gram to be given at the school house Monday evening, Dec. 23...Mrs. Ray Ostroth has a new Maytag. — (Barnes District) The P.T.A. will meet Friday even­ ing with a Christmas program and the Mason School will have a supper and program the same evening. Come and bring the children.. .Friends of Frank Boggs will be glad to hear he has improved so as to be able to accompany his brother home to Chicago, Saturday, where he will be cared for...Mr. and Mrs. Frank Reynard spent Sunday evening at the home of Ottie Lykins, who leave Friday for Florida. — (Dayton Comers) The Christmas exercises and tree will be at the Shores School Saturday evening this week, at 8 o’clock, fast time. Every one is invited. Want Column — For sale — Essex four touring car, in good condi­ tion. Price $50. Would take bankable note or shoats in ex- 219 S. State St. * tltatatariH |itetatagj![|. a‘* uaittlfatM WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE 126 S. Main St. Nashville, Ml. 49073 (517) 726-0637 office (517) 852-1501 ELSIE E. WOLEVER BROKER ■ i ItKrtfkjii iki Ufa'li nMiMtyi RES. ibj tifa MiriiU, tt W IfiS -iMtarifl eat MiMiite Bg taOrsmtsk niO^ I (jf gglt mrt WJ W ffl afc-ta! ** ® M'1”*4** "ridM**' *>w*t >*$■■ >$■ 4 ^4! e4 GOODTIME PIZZA 119 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; Sunday 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. LET US ENJOY THIS HOLIDAY AND REMEMBER ITS MEANING The hall is decked, the shopping's done. And presents lie beneath the tree. All gaily wrapped; a time for fun And holiday festivity. Our friends and relatives will call. As well as neighbors we invite; A happy time for one and all When distant loved ones reunite. But even as we celebrate. Let's not forget that we should pray. As lessons of our faith relate The message of this holiday. Our House of Worship will explain The meaning of the Savior's birth: The love He gave that will remain. Along with hope for peace on earth. — Gloria Nowak Peace on the earth, good will to men. From heaven's all gracious King. — The Angel’s Song Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............. 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. > Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road v! • 0^ 0 Sunday School ....... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study........... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Poinsettias 3 Mapes Family Florist 107 NORTH MAIN, NASHVILLE t! 852-2050 852-2050 isatSEa HOME COOKING AT ITS BEST - AUTO SERVICE CENTER - REALTOR’ and HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Trowbridge Service I Wreaths 852-0845 852-0882 726-0569 20% Off NASHVILLE Nashville, Mich. 130 S. Main St., Vermontville I 219 N. Main Street I I JMOMMAMMMMMKMKMMMMNMMKf Mace Pharmacy nly what's done for Christ will last. ShtaB* 5^’* 1 HASTINGS BANNER subscriptions. Phone 948-8051. LUMBER YARD Only one life — will soon be past '►S5S S5S *»?&3 ?&3 2 .2 J^s Js ii‘ SS *4z *!* dkw£ ' change, Fred Mayo. —Lost — Folder containing telephone orders, stamps, etc. Finder please notify R.A. Smith, phone 118, or Michigan Bell office. —For sale — 25 fullblood White Rock pullets, $1 each. Robt. DeCamp. —Hand-made embroidery and fancy work, table and dresser sets, pillows, tie backs, pillow cases, etc. For sale by Thelma Lynn and Marie DeVine at Bross Tire Shop. BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BOBCAT SERVICESBackhoe, bam cleaning, general excavating, sand and gravel delivery. Lowest rates. 1-517-852-2278.___________ LEE’S TV REPAIRSERVICE IN VERMONT­ VILLE. is now open. Phone 517-726-1379._____________ TRENCHING for wires or water lines, residential or commercial, low rate, phone 1-517-852-2278. HOMETOW I 2** l»fc Sp Si? Business Services from previous page— A.M. Worship .......9:45 a.m. Sunday School .......11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH "Every good gift ...is from above." — James 1:17 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship....... 11:00 a.m. After School Special .......Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School....... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ...... ... 11a.m. P.M. Service ...... .....7 p.m. Wed. Service...... .....7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller 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. Church Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School....10:15 a.m. Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.............11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ ..7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................................. 7 REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. BOB KERSTEN REV. 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Service ............. 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School ....... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK INDEPENDENT CHURCH of CHRIST Meeting behind River Bend Travel Agency, State St. MINISTER: JIM SANDUSKY Phone 945-2026 P.O. Box 558, Hastings, Ml 49058 Sunday Services: 9: 30 a.m.. ...Bible School 10: 30 a.m Morn. Worship 6: 30 p.m....Evening Worship Bible Study: 7: 00 p.m hursday’ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1991 — Page 6 Soil cleanup at Maplewood school nearing completion by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter “We’re at the end of the tunnel,” said Pat Powers, Maple Valley school bus mechanic, in describing removal ofa 2,000-gallon fuel storage tank and 500 cubic yards of contaiminated soil from the Vermontville bus garage site. Powers made a report on the project to the Maple Valley Board of Education last week Monday. Removal of the tank was ordered by the state after testing mandated by the Envrionmental Protection Agen­ cy showed leakage. The ex­ tent of soil contamination was not known until excavation began recently at the site west of Maplewood school. “What seemed to start out as a little project has turned out big,” noted Powers. “The farther we got, the worse it got.” The work is being done by Harold Thompson Excavating of Vermontville. Con­ taminated soil is being hauled to Hastings Sanitary Service and dumped for $30 per cubic yard, bringing soil disposal cost to $15,000. Powers estimated the total project will be nearly double that amount. Powers said there are state funds available from Michigan Underground Storage Tank Financial Assurance (MUSTFA) to help BINGO fi Maple valley Athletic [$S] Special Boosters are sponsoring a ... SECOND ANNUAL Christmas Bingo SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21 ffi at the Maple Valley High School Cafeteria Bingo Times — 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Many wonderful prizes as well as cash to be given away — Come join the fun. ’ Open Evenings 6 EVENINGS A WEEK Monday-Saturday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Ole Cookstove FAMILY RESTAURANT 174 South Main, Vermontville Phone 517-726-1144 Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! MAPLE VALLEY eal Estate defray costs ofthe project. He said he has filed the necessary application for the school to receive help. “If we can meet the $10,000 deductible they will pay anything over that,” ex­ plained Powers. The leaking tank was discovered in an inspection of five underground fuel tanks owned by the school district. “The only option was to remove the tank,” said Powers. He said it had cost $4,500 to bring the four re­ maining tanks up to code, but now that this is done, the only expense for several years should be an annual inspection pegged at $400 per tank. Within seven years., the school district will be required to in­ stall monitoring systems on existing tanks. Board President Harold Stewart predicted, “It’s not over yet. Every year it’s going to get worse.” According to EPA guidelines, by December 1998 all underground storage Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available • HMS LISTING: NASHVILLE - 7 rooms, 4 bedrooms, and gar­ age, on corner lot. Good location. Priced to sell. Call Don for more information. (N-396) Richard Chaffee Jr. and Justin Cooley have met a Dec. 10 deadline to file for slots in Nashville’s March 9 general election ballot as candidates with no party affiliation. Chaffee, an incumbent trustee who initially had been elected as a Republican, said he did not want to appear on the ballot either as a Republican or a Democrat. He filed a nominating petition last Tuesday as a no-party candidate for re-election. Chaffee’s name will not ap­ pear on the Feb. 17 primary MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE ....... 948-8693 ....... 852-1784 Eves. 852-0786 ....... 726-1171 ....... 852-2012 DOC OVERHOLT................ DON STEINBRECHER....... GARRY KNOLL................... JERI BAKER........................ TIM BURD NEW LAKE ODESSA - 3 bedroom bun­ galow, kitchen, dining room & living room, & 1 car garage on city lot in Lake Odessa. Lakewood Schools. Price $24,900! Call Don. (LO-394) NASHVILLE - ON 5 ACRES! 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The smaller two were installed sometime in the mid 1960s and the larger two in the early 1980s. Periodic tests of soil at the recently excavated site in Ver­ montville have been con­ ducted for the state by Wightman Environmental Inc., of St. Joseph. Company representative Dan Krall was at the Vermontville site Wednesday to pick up what local officials hope will be the final sample from the expan­ might conflict with the duties ding pit. of a township supervisor, or if The dirt will undergo the charter precludes a village analysis to see if excavators president serving in another have now reached the point of public office. contamination-free soil. Nashville shares operation “We had no control over it of the local fire and am­ once we started,” said Maple bulance departments and the Valley Supt. Ozzie Parks. Transfer and Recycling Center with the townships of Castleton and Maple Grove. All three entities provide financial support to these operations, which are govern­ ed by boards composed of representatives appointed by the village president and the township supervisors. OFFERING COMPLETE The village ofNashville lies WATER & WELL largely in Castleton DRILLING & PUMP Township, but a small portion ofthe municipality is in Maple SALES & SERVICE Grove Township. montville was installed about 1982. Units still in place are a 10,000-gallon tank at Ver­ montville, and one of the same size plus two 1,000-gallon units at in Nashville general election Phone (517) 852-1915 REALTOR’’Mm or Phone 852-1916 Broker Homer Winegar, GRI JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR .Eves. 726-0223 (Graduate Realtors Institute) tanks must have leak detecting devices, corrosion protection, and spill and overfill preven­ tion, and all must pass annual tank tightness tests. The leaking tank at Ver- Two file for 'no-party' seats 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Dan Krall of Wightman Environmental, Inc. of St. Joseph, examines the excavation site at the Vermontville bus garage Wednesday after he took a soil sample. Analysis will tell if a pollution-free point has been reached in the project to remove a leaking underground fuel storage tank and adjacent contaminated soil. Great building sites for walk-out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. Listed at $21,900! (VL-247) NEAR VERMONTVILLE 10 ACRE PARCEL Blacktop road. Land contract terms. (VL-359) 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) 4 election ballot in which in­ cumbents Ted Spoelstra and Forrest Burd and newcomers Arthur Frith, Jeffrey Beebe and Richard Tobias will vie for three seats opening on the council in the spring. All five are Republican candidates. Castleton Township Super­ visor Justin Cooley also filed a no-party petition for the post of Nashville Village President last Tuesday. “He was going to file as a Republican candidate for the primary election, but he miss­ -ed the 4 p.m. deadline on Nov. 26,” said Nashville Village Clerk Rose Heaton. Besides being township supervisor, Cooley also is assessor for the township as well as the village. Cooley will face Republican incumbent Village President Raymond Hinckley on the general election ballot. Hin­ ckley. is unopposed in the February primary. Heaton said she called the state attorney general’s office to ask about the potential issue of conflict of interest, should Cooley be elected village president. In response, Heaton receiv­ ed a copy of a letter written in 1976 citing unpublished opi­ nions of the attorney general in 1914 and 1944 that the of­ fices of township supervisor and village president are not incompatible unless there is a provision in the village charter that would impose duties upon the president that EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. 4” to 12” WELLS Century Furnace 80% Efficient • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK RICHARD J. EWING OWNER • Heating • Air Conditioning • Sales & Service GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available We also do custom sheet metal work For Sale CHOCOLATE, CHOCO­ LATE! FILLINGS, FILL­ INGS! MOLDS, MOLDS! FRIENDLY, FRIENDLY! CANDYLANP-963-1010. FOR SALE new patch work crazy quilts, crocheted afaghans and crocheted rag rugs. 852-9057. Miscellaneous CHOCOLATE, CHOCO­ LATE! FILLINGS, FILL­ INGS! MOLDS, MOLDS! FRIENDLY, FRIENDLY! CANDYLAND-963-1010. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 948-8051. Walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 Fassett • PHONE • (517) 7260319 (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Shop — HOURS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims 9°. rn.er.°f 79 &. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. December 17, 1991 — Page 7 Nashville Baptist Christmas show 'packs' house An overflow crowd packed the Nashville Baptist Church for their recent Christmas musicale, “Dr. Newheart.” At the Saturday evening performance (Dec. 7), the auditorium was filled to capacity. When the show was repeated the following night, every available chair in the church was pressed into ser­ vice to provide additional seating in the vestibule. Many in the audience arrived more than an hour early to secure seats. Combined attendance at the event was estimated at 1,200 by the Rev. Lester DeGroot, Nashville Baptist pastor. NwX Janet DeGroot and her daughter, Lynn Rigelman, directed the cast of select members ofthe church’s adult and junior choirs in the Katie Hill production. The plot centered in the of­ fice of Dr. Newheart, played by Lisa Sterkenburg, and in­ cluded Nurse Philpott (Carrie Mason), interns Dr. Fric and Dr. Frac (Rick Van Engen fe&ss and Steve , Coplin), “dis­ orderlies” (Joe Cipcic, Gor­ die Miller, Larry Roscoe) and Pink Ladies (Janet Miller, Lynne Cipcic, Janet Van Engen), plus nine patients. A teen-ager named Erin, played by Becky Corkwell, brings her friends to Dr. Newheart to find out why they are “in the dumps” on Christmas Day. The diagnosis is “a hole in the heart,” a condition brought on because they have not yet found the true meaning of the holiday. They learn that the empty spot in their hearts can be filled on­ ly with Jesus. Nurse Philpott also undergoes a major change in attitude during the show. The musical presentation was highlighted with comic moments but told the Christmas story in a unique and creative way — and it had a happy ending. The show was videotaped by Stephen Van Wormer of WILX-TV, Lansing (Channel 10) and copies of the tape soon will be available. Nurse Philpott, played by Carrie Mason, answers the doctor's phone, which rang non-stop on Christmas Day. In the end, Nurse Philpott undergoes an impor­ tant change in attitude. After each performance, refreshments were served in the fellowship room in the church basement. Teen-age patient Becky Corkwell appears ap­ prehensive as Pink Lady Janet Miller (right) prepares to hook her to a heart monitor, while others look on. III Community responds to 'plea for kids* Christmas wishes I ion J&: J-Ad Graphics News Service A plea published last week in the Maple Valley News seeking support of the Nashville’s “Wish Upon A Star” campaign has brought a “good response,” say organizers. info */ *# i ttj® ttj® From Our Readers Itn^ **teta lite R!TO |tei witj I 1® rate Hkfa Hltlii ipu iiM^t UIB DH1KIW Please don't furnish Icheer' to juveniles To the editor: Once again, the holiday season is upon us with all of its warmth and good fellowship. Unfortunately, the good spirit of the holiday never comes alone — it is always haunted by the specter of tragedy. The extent of which this nightmare is permitted to destroy our holiday dream depends entirely on how responsibly we govern our ac­ tivities and those of our com­ munity’s children. It’s tragic that some of us, as consenting adults, will take our own lives and those of our neighbors because we are un­ willing to celebrate the holidays in a responsible man­ ner. It is criminal that others will actively contribute to the destruction of our children through an insidious desire to be a “regular guy,” or derive financial profit. What we are talking about is the furnishing of alcoholic beverages to minors. The law makes no distinc­ tion between a bartender or a private individual when it pro­ vides up to three months injail for selling or giving alcoholic beverages to minors, nor does it matter who paid for it. Those who feel they can per­ mit the children of others to drink in their home are also fatally deluding themselves. Not only is this variation of furnishing to minors criminal in itself, but if that child leaves the premises and causes the death or injury of him/herself or others, the financial, emotional and even physical toll on the “host” may be staggering. All may rest assured that such blatant disregard for the welfare of our youth will find no sym­ pathy whatsoever in the law enforcement community. As police officers, we are not attempting to address the morality of drinking. It is legal for adults and it’s an ac­ cepted part of our collective sociality. Be that as it may, there are occasionally unplea­ sant ramifications for even the most mature adults in the use of alcohol. Encouraging its use by those who haven’t yet the maturity and experience to understand and control it’s ef­ fect amounts to antisocial behavior — and it’s a crime. Please work with us, not against us, during the holiday season and encourage your friends to do likewise. If we act responsibly, there will be plenty of time for our citizens to determine on their own to what extent they wish to drink as they reach adulthood. If we act irresponsibly, for some of our youths, there will be no time at all. We wish you a safe and happy holiday season and hope that you and your families have a healthy and productive year ahead. Art Kelsey, Eaton County Sheriff Tom Potter, Charlotte Chief of Police Ron Flitton, Grand Ledge Chief of Police Mike Seeley, Eaton Rapids Chief of Police Greg Crawford, Bellevue Chief of Police Rich Howe Olivet Chief of Police Bob Powers Lieutenant, Michigan State Police Post #11 As of last Friday, it ap­ peared that all three Christmas wishes of some 130 children of needy families in the com­ munity would be met. The plan provides for youngsters in registered families to name their first, second and third choice of gifts in a $5 to $12 range. Stars listing the individual requests are hung on a Christmas tree in the lobby of the Nashville office of Hastings City Bank. Benefac­ tors then select a star, buy the gift, wrap it and place it under the tree. Distribution of the gifts is coordinated with the Nashville’s Community Christmas Basket program. By last Friday, three days before the Monday’s deadline, all first and second wishes been filled and a good start had been made on the round of third-wish stars. “We believe we will be able to meet the third wishes,” said Lois Ellison, who with Michele Hoffman co-chairs the project. “We are real excited to think we could make it.” A week earlier the prospect had not looked so rosy. Only about 100 of the first-wish stars had been taken from the tree, and before the second round of stars could be hung, additional first wishes came in from families who were late in registering. Elliston says the need ap­ pears to be greater this year. Names are referred by the Department of Social Ser­ vices, local churches, schools and organizations. Organizers hoped to have enough cash donations to buy the gifts listed on stars that might remain on the tree at yesterday’s deadline, so that no child will be disappointed. Cash donations collected at the bank and in canisters around town also help buy food for the Christmas Basket program. THE WINNING TEAM YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO Call ANYTIME 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1991 — Page 8 Maplewood students decorate Opera House tree Maplewood fifth-graders in the classrooms of Vicki Williams and Robert Smith, and Susan Luyendyk’s sixth­ graders had the honor Thurs­ day of decorating a Christmas tree at Vermontville’s historic Opera House. Paper decorations of various patterns made by all Maplewood students were ad­ ded to a tall Yule tree that had been put in place by the Ver­ montville Woman’s Club. Literary Club to meet Dec. 18 A Great Christmas Gift. GIFT CERTIFICATE at... Styles-R-Us 224 Main, Nashville Tuesday day thru Friday • WALK-INS WELCOME -^Mrt>Phone 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE Before the children arrived to add their trimmings, Friends of the Opera House had strung the tree with lights and topped it with a magnifi­ cent mauve bow to comple­ ment the interior colors of the recently restored building. Maplewood students selected for the early after- « The Nashville Women’s Literary Club will meet Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Esther Long. Members are asked to bring a $2 gift exchange. This will be the last Literary Club meeting until April. noon tree-trimming outing were members of the three classes that had turned in the most canned goods for the Community Christmas Basket project, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Williams’ class was tops in the contest, with 141 units. Luyendyk’s class had 105; Smith’s, 85. Altogether, Maplewood students brought in a total of 717 units ofcanned goods and non-perishible food items in the campaign. Christmas Baskets are to be packed by volunteers and delivered by members of the Vermontville Fire Depart­ ment on Saturday, Dec. 21, to needy families in the community. Students from three Maplewood Elementary classes took turns adding handmade decorations to the state­ ly Christmas tree in the Opera House. Among the many children participating in the project were (from left) Ben Shepherd, Lori Vallance and Alisha Pena. Superintendent’s Corner Give an educational gift this Christmas BY Dr. Ozzie D. Parks Christmas is approaching and our gift shopping is being completed. Hopefully we will consider educational gifts for those we love along with our other gifts. Why consider educational gifts? One reason is that they not only supply a source of enjoyment, they are also a source for personal growth. Another is that they tend to last longer than many other gifts. Last, but not least, is that they show that you value educational highly and that you would like to encourage others to value it as well. What kinds ofgifts are considered to be educational? Among the possibilities are the following: books; calculators; com­ puters; learning software; globes and atlases; educational games; and scholarships. You might be surprised to find scholarships listed among the educational gifts. However, a recent mailing from the Maple Valjey Memorial Scholarship Foundation suggests that “our goal is to encourage, honor and reward” students so that they can “be the very best they can be.” They then request “won’t you join us in offering the best of gifts for a bright future... a gift to the MVM Scholarship Foundation?” I recommend that we all include educational gifts including scholarships this Christmas. CD’s Maturing?... Stock Market Blues?... 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Photos of kids with Santa also were available as part of the annual fundraiser. Santa was accompanied at the event by Mrs. Claus and two of his elves. About 9:30 a.m. the Holly Trolley arrived at the V.F.W. Santa lined up with several children eager to board the Holly Trolley for a trip around the village. The festive bus was in town for two hours, courtesy of Barry County Transit and Michigan Department of Transporation. hall to give free trips around the village to the youngsters, Santa and staff, and anyone else in the community who cared to hop aboard. The trolley was brought to the village by Barry County Tran­ sit under auspices of the Michigan Department of Transportation. Later in the day Santa ap­ peared at a Children’s Christmas Story Hour at Put­ nam Public Library, and made a stop at Vermontville’s historic Opera House to visit with youngsters of the community. Muzzleloaders helped with camp fee f Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus had plenty of Company at Saturday's Cub Scout Breakfast in Nashville. The were accompanied by two elves (Angie Schwendermann, left, and Stephanie Balaskas). On Santa's lap are brothers David (left) and Tim Rumsey. MOHAIR COATING SPECIAL (eg.s .)• n $20°° PENDLETON „0y0d. yd. (& Up) from.......................... CHRISTMAS FABRIC...... v..l/3 Off W Wmt 1/3 Off In Stock Patterns ■ -* McCall’s * Simplicity • Kwik Sew i’SEWING MACHINE REPAIR BY MR. J 218 E. State St., Hastings 5 Ph. 945-9673 HULST CLEANERS PtCM-UP STATION — two which are tree covered ‘Garage ‘Immediate possession! one that’s been there 75 or 100 years.” But she said Thursday after visiting the site, she was willing to change her position because the offen­ ding maple is surrounded by numerous other trees that could be left intact. “It’s not like you would really notice the loss,” com­ mented Dwyer. She said the tree is in the direct path of sledders and, “There apparently are a lot of parents who are concerned about it.” President Pro Tern Ted Spoelstra suggested that the Lions plant another hardwood tree to replace the one remov­ ed at the park. That provision was included in the motion by Dwyer. Hinckley, who also had earlier opposed loss of the tree, voted “yes” Thursday, giving unanimous approval to the plan. The council expressed ap­ preciation to the Lions for their interest in the park and ‘Large 2 story home located on a corner lot ‘ 1 ’/, baths (N-82) (N-83) (N-82) ‘$34,500 ‘$34,500 L-99. Approx. 20 acres added that they would like to see the wood from the tree go to a “good cause.’’ Officials said the village would assume responsibility for stump removal after the tree is gone. In another matter, the coun­ cil decided to consult the village insurer about liability in replacing a drainage tube in a ditch fronting the Caroil Wolff home on Center Court. The tube is rising, causing Wolffs driveway to heave and rainwater to stand in the ditch. Wolff last month told the council that the village install­ ed the tube a few years ago to replace a larger one that also had proved unsatisfactory. Hinckley said drainage tubes in Fuller Heights initially were installed by contractors who built the homes in the subdivision. Family Ag Day planned at Lakewood Jan. 18 Central Michigan Family Ag Day will be held at Lakewood Community High School Saturday, Jan. 18. This 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. pro­ gram features classes and ac­ tivities for adults and youth. Some of the morning classes include: “Ten Acres and the Small Beef Farm,” “Horse Management,” “Pre­ Retirement for Farmers,” “Quick Crafts,” “Keeping Hired Help,” “Science is Fun,” and “Herbicide Update.” Local businesses will have exhibits on display and will sponsor door prizes. 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He read an estimate by Department of Public Works Director Leon Frith that set proposed repairs on the Wolff drain at $995. Dwyer suggested contacting the insurance company to check on possible coverage before a decision is made, and the matter was tabled. In other business Thursday, the council: — Said the village would help local residents dispose of their Christmas trees after the holiday by grinding them up in the village-owned chipper speaker. There is no fee and lunch is provided. Flyers on the pro­ gram are available at the Eaton, Barry and Ionia Cooperative Extension of­ fices. Register by Jan. 3 at any of these sites. Call 543-2310 or 372-5594 in Charlotte for more information. This sewing machine company has been authorized to offer to the public a quantity of new special 1991 WHITE HEAVY DUTY ZIG ZAG sewing machines that are made of M ETAL and sew on all fabrics, Levi's canvas, upholstery, nylon, stretch, vinyl, silk, EVEN SEWS ON LEATHER! 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Trees will be accepted at the village garage near the sewer plant until Jan. 11, and the mulch will be available to anyone who can use it. — Adopted a -hazardous materials communication pro­ gram for the Nashville Department of Public Works to provide employees with in­ formation and training in the use of all hazardous chemicals to which they may have workrelated exposure. — Approved terms of a lease offer from Don Hickey and Ken Cowell, for rental of about 50 acres of hay ground adjacent to the village’s municipal sewer treatment ponds on Brumm Road. The two propose an eight-year op­ tion on the land, paying no rent the first year; $10 per acre the second and third years; and $15 per acre for each of the remaining years, with a provision that the lease be open for negotiation “depending on the alfalfa stand the the economy ofdairy farmers.” — Discussed the rising cost of Blue Cross-Blue Shield coverage for village employees. Heaton said an in­ crease effective Jan. 1 will br­ ing cost for families from $320 to $372 per month, and couples from $314 to $347. Employees do not contribute to cost of the coverage; the village pays the total premium for all employees. WIFE WANTED PLACE: Bob Gardner 726-0331 from front page Unibed Vtey �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1991 — Page 11 Vermontville woman is Miss Rodeo Michigan Christine Gardner, 21, of rural Vermontville, returned last week from the national Miss Rodeo America com­ petition at Las Vegas. She was there as an observer this year, but next ; December she will be a con­ testant in the event. In July, Christine won the title of Miss Rodeo Michigan 1992 in competition held at Iron River in the Upper Penin­ sula. Contestants are required to have a rodeo background and must compete in categories of horsemanship, speaking, appearance, and interviews. The 21-year-old daughter of Doug and Judy Gardner, Christine said she has ridden and raised horses, and has been interested in them all of her life. “I’m into horses, rodeo and roping,” said Gardner. In 1988, Christine was chosen as Michigan 4-H Rodeo Queen. Other 4-H ac­ tivities and accomplishments include being named Outstan­ ding 4-H Teen Leader of Eaton County in 1989, and serving four years on the state 4-H Rodeo Committee. Also in 1989, she was state cham­ pion in senior goat-tying and break-away competition sponsored by the Michigan 4-H Dorothy Rebecca Courtnay (Peggy) Courtney of Lake Odessa; four grandsons, Richard, Charles, Bret and Joseph; six great grandchil­ dren; two sisters, Donna Hutchinson of Charlotte and Florence Frayer of Grand Ledge. Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 10 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel in Sunfield with the Reverend Kevin R. Cherry officiating. Burial was at Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sunfield United Brethren Church. Don E. Wright_____ CHARLOTTE - Don E. Wright, 89 ofCharlotte passed away Monday, December 9, 1991 at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. Mr. Wright was bom in Eaton County, the son ofFrank and Clara (Fullerton) Wright. He was a lifelong resident of Chester and was a farmer and Oldsmobile employee before his retirement. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Veda; three sons, Wendall and Dewayne both of Vermontville, Larry of Char­ lotte; four daughters, Betty (Vern) Gilding, Esther (Raymond) Grant all of Char­ lotte, Phyllis (Stanley) Both­ well of Fountain, Patty (Max) Butler of Eaton Rapids, Brother Carson of Charlotte; sister, Irene Gregarek ofChar­ lotte; 32 grandchildren, 70 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sons, Carroll in 1967 and Lester in 1991; sister, Daisy Ames in 1991. 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Nashvllls, Ml 49073 • 517-852-2005 Vermontville Hardware § HOLIDAY HOURS Closing at Noon on Christmas Eve; Closed all Day December 25 & 26; Closing at Noon New Year’s Eve; Closed all Day January 1 Additional Notice: We will be closed Sundays until April HOURS: Monday thru Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 11 a..m to 3 p.m. 131S. Main, Verm.ontvill,e, Ml jjlv: ternship with Jackson Na­ tional Life and is now doing free-lance work for the company. She was the recipient in 1989 of a 4-H Rodeo Scholar­ ship toward her education at LCC, where she was a Phi Theta Kappa. The girl who is chosen Miss Rodeo America serves as am­ bassador to the Professional Rodeo Cowboys’ Association, the largest professional rodeo association in the world, noted Christine, so it is considered a “top honor” to win the na­ tional title. New Jaycees chapter to hold first meeting Obituaries SUNFIELD Dorothy Rebecca Courtnay, 78 of Sunfield passed away Satur­ day, December 7, 1991 at her residence. Mrs. Courtnay was bom on January 4, 1913 in Mulliken. She was a member of the Sunfield United Brethren Church. Her husband, Richard Courtnay preceded her in death in October 17, 1971. She was also preceded in death by three brothers. Mrs. Courtnay is survived by two sons, George (Dorothy) Courtney of Lansing, Warren Rodeo Association. Now she is involved in team roping. As Miss Rodeo Michigan, Gardner will spend her reign appearing in parades, rodeos and fund-raisers. Next December she will compete for the national title. This year, 27 states were represented in the national competition at Las Vegas. A 1989 Maple Valley High School graduate, Gardner graduated magna cum laude from Lansing Community College in 1991 with an associate’s degree in commer­ cial art and graphic design. She recently finished an in- 3 726-1121J 726- The Maple Valley chapter ofthe Jaycees will have its in­ itial meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. tonight at Maple Valley High School. The Jaycees are looking for civic minded adults ages 21-39 excited about joining the newly formed chapter. The Grand Rapids Jaycees have announced that the Maple Valley Jaycees were chartered with 22 members on Dec. 2 with the Michigan Jaycees, the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce and JC International. The Jaycees (Junior Chamber of Commerce) are devoted to the improvement of their communities by training community leaders. Members are encouraged to organize and run projects that aid their communities and develop the personal skills of individuals. For instance, while the Grand Rapids Jaycees are most noted for the First of America Classic GolfTourna­ ment and the annual Santa Claus Parade, members ofthe chapter also serve their com­ munity by hosting a Christmas Shopping Tour for underpriviledged children, by pro­ viding baby car seats for low income families, and by en­ couraging the development of bike trails on abandoned Nashville Cub Scouts to hold skating party Nashville Cub Scouts will have a family roller skating party from 7 to 9 p.m. Thurs­ day, Dec. 19, at the RollaRama in Hastings. Cost per person is $2.50, plus donation of a canned good for the Nashville Com­ munity Christmas Basket project. Each family is asked to br­ ing a dozen Christmas cookies, and Den No. 5 will bring punch. The event ’ will be the December Pack meeting. If anyone has questions, call Scoutmaster Tim Rumsey at 852-9695. railroad lines. The newly formed Maple Valley Jaycees soon will become known for similar type projects in the Nashville and Vermontville communities. The Jaycees also encourage well-rounded individual development by providing programs such as “Write Up!” and “Speak Up!” which are designed to im­ prove communication skills. Family life is stressed as well, as members organize putt-putt golf outings, canoe trips, and picnics for the chapter members. Maple Valley members and prospective members are en­ couraged to attend the initial general membership meeting. For more information, call Steve or Dina Corwin at (517) 852-9216. Christine Gardner of Vermontville begins her reign as Miss Rodeo Michigan with eye on the national title next year. 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Yet Maple Valley coach Jerry Reese was pleased to see his Lions give secondranked Pewamo-Westphalia all it could handle for most ofFriday's non-league game. P-W outscored Maple Valley 19-4 in the fourth quarter en route to a 60-37 victory. The Lions dropped to 1-1 overall with the loss. Maple Valley led midway through the third quarter 31­ 27, but couldn't keep the pressure on the host team. "The second half was the big difference," Reese said. "I think we simply got fatigued. They kept running 10 kids at us, and we just copuldn't keep up. "But I was pleased with our effort." Also plaguing the Lion cause was foul trouble inside. Center Brice Hasselback and forward Mickey Collier both ran into second-half problems. The pair combined for just five points. P-W, with four starters 6­ 3 or taller, led 20-12 after the first quarter, but the Lions sliced the deficit to 27-23 by halftime. But Maple Valley turnovers (25) at inopportune times allowed it to pull away in the second half. The Lions, who shot 30 percent for the game but connected on just three of 12 field goals in the second half, were led by senior forward Darrel Stine with 12 points. Point guard Chip Reese added five. Jason Bouer led a trio of P-W players in double figures with 15 points. Tyler Wohlfart and Nick Smith chipped in 13 and 10, respectively. P-W shot 38 percent from the floor and was red-hot at the line, canning 21 of 25. Tuesday the Lions opened the season with a convincing 65-41 win over host Springport. Maple Valley trailed 23-22 at the half, but blitzed Springport by an astounding 28-3 count in the third quarter. "We went to an up-tempo game (in the third quarter)," said Reese. "We pressed and it turned the game right around." The Lions, who hit 41 percent from the filed, were ied by Collier with 17 points and Stine with 16. Junior Mike Trowbridge added 10 points and led the Lion rebounders with nine. Collier and Hasselback each added six caroms, while Scott English had five assists and Chip Reese added four. Stine had three steals. Maple Valley will host Lansing Christian tonight in its home opener. Jerry Reese said that Christian will be a formidable foe, having won the Bath tournament over the weekend. "I'm hoping we can recover in time for the Lansing Christian game," he said. "It should be a good game." School Lunch Menus Darrel Stine: 12 points in loss to state-ranked P-W Kids Can Ask Some Pretty Tough Questions Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 18 *Salad, *Fiestada, peas, peach crisp. Thursday, Dec. 19 ♦Salad, *Ravioli, *Hot dog, mixed veg., pears, roll and butter, salad bar. Friday, Dec. 20 ♦Salad, * Hamburger/bun, ♦ Cheeseburger/bun, corn, applesauce. Monday, Dec. 23 No school. Tuesday, Dec. 24 No school. NOTE: *Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Thursday, Dec. 19 Crispitos, corn, potato chips, fruit. Friday, Dec. 20 Pizza, peas, pickles, pears. Monday, Dec. 23 No School. Tuesday, Dec. 24 No School. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 18 Cheeseburger/bun, car­ rots, applesauce, pudding. Thursday, Dec. 19 Pizza, green beans, peach. Friday, Dec. 20 Hot dog/bun, tater rounds, fruit jello. Monday, Dec. 23 No school. Tuesday, Dec. 24 No school. NOTE: Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Salads sold daily. How would you answer that question? As parents, you’re not going to be able to answer every question your child asks, but this one you can. You see, as citizens of the United States of America, we get our freedoms from the rights provided to us in the Bill of Rights. Rights like freedom of speech and due process of the law. The Bill of Rights spells out the very freedoms we experience every day. What would life be like without the Bill of Rights? You wouldn’t have an answer to your child’s question. There would be no freedoms to speak of. Ifwe want our children to grow up and appreciate the lifelong freedoms eeo sgve given too them, e,we we must us educate them. Teach your children about the rights that they, even as children, already have. They need to know. Our country was built on the Bill of Rights -let’s not find out what life would be like without it. Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 18 Chili-Mac, vegetable beans, bread and butter sand­ wich, peaches. The opinions expressed herein do not neccessarily reflect the views of the sponsoring organization. Alto area company has sanding, bulling, and light assembly openings available. High starling wages for the non­ experienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope­ nings coming in every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be given immediate consideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal I.O. Never a fee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN 8:30 A.M. • 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY 698-7979 <eoe) Three Bldgs. South of comer of M-37/44th Street or 4595 Broad­ moor, S.E., Suite 1503 (iocatea in the Kent-t wood Corporate Complex)* c E0.t COBB Richard R. Cobb, owner • Mich. lic. #i74s 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 For more information about the Bill of Rights write to: The Constitution 808 17th St. N.W. Washington, DC 20006 FACTORY WORKERS ^4 726-0377 TE^ 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1991 — Page 13 Fertilizer, pesticide workshop planned The Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice will offer a workshop on fertilizer and pesticide management Wednesday, Dec. 18. Co-sponsored by Maurer's Farm Center, Charlotte, the workshop will run from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall, located on the 4-H fairgrounds in Charlotte. The purpose of the workshop is to discuss the im­ portance of managing crop protection chemicals and nutrients to maximize pro­ fitability, and to protect sur­ face and ground waters. Par­ ticipants will receive one recertification credit for pesticide applicator certification. For additional information. Maple Valley senior makes Christmas cards Maple Valley senior Maria Kirchoff has published her own series of Christmas cards under the pen name “Mouisa.” These cards are mouth crafted since Maria is a quadriplegic and cannot use her hands. She has been prac­ ticing her art for a number of years and has recently decided to take her talent to the public. There are five different designs available, including poinsettias, a nativity scene, Christmas bears and stock­ ings, “Peace on Earth,’’ and a Christmas tree postcard. A sixth card, “Joy to the World,” will be coming soon. These cards can be seen at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High and at the card shop in Vermontville. Serving Our Country Roger A. Drake kl Fftu *®S Hal I lit i tah Ei'IW|W'j a ,!fll 111 w \xm<iA ^«bpJ 1 li|. Omliii ui D ull wWii ItMnittt* .*“_■ PR tajrtMii) kl! i km tUiNbt* (Mlntto,-:.. 11, Hit’ i IMUMKW inimuiibU!1 United Methodist cantata planned The Nashville United Methodist Church choir will present the cantata “Come Home for Christmas” on Sun­ day, Dec. 22 at 4 p.m. Written by Dave Clark and Russell Mauldin, the musical presents songs that will help listeners recall the memories and traditions of home and family at Christmas. It also invites those who have wandered to the manger to meet the Savior and hear Him say, “Welcome Home." Refreshments will be served after the performance. Maria Kirchoff and some of her cards. Calendar of Events Chad G. Erdman Marine 2nd Lt. Chad G. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Erdman, son of Judith C. Class Roger A. Drake, son of Debolt of 7934 Valley Arthur C. Drake of 120 Sher­ Highway, Vermontville, man St., Nashville, recently recently graduated from the participated in a two-week ex­ Basic School. ercise with Commander, U.S. During the course at Marine Seventh Fleet, Yokosuka, Corps Combat Development Japan. Command, Quantico, Va., While embarked aboard the newly-commissioned officers amphibious command ship are prepared for assignment to USS Blue Ridge, Drake par­ the Fleet Marine force. ticipated in Exercise Valiant The course includes instruc­ Blitz. This exercise is design­ tion on lland navigation, ed to improve military skills marksmanship, tactics, and cooperation between the military law, personnel ad­ United States and South ministration, Marine Corps Korea. history and traditions, com­ One of the highlights of the munications, and the techni­ exercise involved an am­ ques of military instruction. phibious assault using surface Officer candidates are also ships and several thousand taught leadership by example men on the shores of the and the importance of team­ Republic of Korea. work in addition to par­ During the exercise, the ticipating in a demanding Seventh Fleet made port visits physical conditioning to Pohang and Chinhae, program. Korea. The 1983 graduate of East The 1980 graduate of Maple Lansing High School and Valley High School joined the 1990 graduate of Iowa State Navy in July 1981. University, Ames, la., joined the Marine Corps in April 1991. call the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Lion’s jv eagers split a pair The Maple Valley jayvee basketball team opened its season Tuesday on a winning note, defeating Springport 55-44. The Lions jumped out to a quick 16-4 first quarter lead and took a 31-16 advantage at the half. The Spartans fought back in the second half to pull within 4-H Fair theme contest planned for ’92 Fair Area 4-H members and clubs are invited to submit a theme for the 1992 Eaton County 4-H Fair. The winning theme will be used on the cover of the fair book and in decorating 4-H club booths at the fair. The Eaton County 4-H Fair dates are July 19:26. All theme suggestions should be sent to the Eaton Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice in Charlotte by Jan. 6 or brought to the Jan. 6 4-H Council meeting held at Kardel Hall, 7:30 p.m. at the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The theme will be voted on at the council meeting. For more information call the Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372-5594. The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: five at the mid-way point of Dec. 18 - Dairy Nutrition Management Meeting, 10 a.m.-3 the fourth quarter, but two big p.m., Hastings Township Hall, $5 pre-registration fee includes baskets and freethrows sealed lunch and materials. the victory. Gabe Priddy led the way with 20 points and 15 re­ bounds. Jon Mitchell added 15 points and 12 boards, and Dan Rasey and Justin Lake WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES added six points each. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17 Friday night the Lions • J.V. & Var. Boy’s Basketball, Away, Springport, 6:00 p.m. traveled to Pewamo and were FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20 run out of the game losing • Christmas Assembly 1:00-3:00 p.m. 59-28. Mitchell led the Lions SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21 with 8 points, while Rasey ad­ • Cheerleading Comp., Away, Auburn Hills Palace, ded six. 8:00 a.m. The Lions’ next game will MONDAY, DECEMBER 23 be their home opener tonight • Christmas Break against Galesburg. Maple Valley High School m W200-HPJOHNDEERE 60 SERIES TRACTORS Thev’re the best you can buy The air filter is easier than ever (o service. You can do it quickly without tools or lifting the hood. New rack-and-pinion axles let you adjust treads from 60 to 134 inches. The flanged wheel rims bolt directly to hubs to prevent run­ out and wobble. Business Services YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. HASTINGS BANNER subscriptions. 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Is Mrs. Claus making alot of cookies? For Christmas I would like Spariking P.J. Sincerely, Miss Jennifer C. Third grade Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. How are you reindeers doing? If it isn’t any trouble, I would like a Game Genie, but if you can’t bring me that it’s all right. I also would like a remote control typhoon. Your friend, Brent m Dear Santa, I have been a good girl this year. If you do not mind, I would like a porcelain doll or a My Little Pony. My brother would like a Mickey Mouse doll and my sister would like a How is the baby doll weather? Your friend, Amy Dear Santa, I have been extra good this year. If you don’t mind, I would like a flash track car. The color is green. My sister would like a mermaid doll. Is coldupthere? Your friend, Chad f Dear Santa, I have been extra good this year. I was wondering if your elves are making a lot oftoys? and are you losing a lot of weight? and is Mrs. Claus making cookies. I would like a Game Boy and a babie and a doll that walks and a stereo. From your friend, Rosemary Dear Santa, How are you? How are the reindeer? I have been extra good this year. I would like fast tracks. My sister would like makeup. My two brothers would like electronic survival test. My baby brother would like candy. Your friend, Mike Dear Santa, I have been extra good this year. If you don’t mind I would like a doll called Baby Alive. And I would also like a Magic Barbie motorhome. My sister would like a doll called Baby Uh! Oh! Love, Deah Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like you to bring everything but if you can’t thats all right. I would like a airplane snap together model. And some wildlife figures and a box of football cards. Your friend, Andy Dear Santa, I have ben good this year. If you don’t mind I would like “star bright sparkels”. If you can’t get me that I don’t mind I would also like a new dog. How are you? Hop you hafe a Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I’ll see you on the Holly Trol­ ly. If I don’t see you that’s okay. I want a Dinomo alle. Your friend, Erin Dear Santa, I would like a Game Boy for Christmas. Ifyou can’t get me a Game Boy. I would like a new Nintendo. Or a Super Nintendo. So how are your reindeer? I been very good this year. And my brother wants a turtle watch. A ninja turtle lunch pal. Ninja turtle shoes and any other turtle thing. My sister would like a game called girl talk and a perfect match. Your pal, Buddy Dear Santa, If you don’t mind I won’t a baby face or a baby want a wolck. How are you? are you losing whate? Is it cold up thair? I hop you have a nice crismisse. Your frend Nikki Dear Santa, I have ben a little bad and a little good, but if you think I should have toys, I would like Baby Alive and if you don’t thank you cant get it I would like a stufed dog. Your freind, Rachel Ann I’ve been extra good this year. If you have room in your bag I would like a Tiger L.C. handgame. If you can’t bring me that I would like a sl­ ed. How is Mrs. Claus. Hope you’re having fun. I hope your reindeers are having fun too. Your friend, Kayla Dear Santa, I have been eskstra good this year. If you don’t mind I would like a tiphoon II. Ifyou can’t bringht it I would also like a game boy. I do not now what my sister wants but she might wante a barbie. Merry Christmas. Your friend, Josh Dear Santa, How are you doing? Well how is the Mrs.? I bet she is making cookies so you can get fat. I am going to stay up and see you. Well see you later. Your friend, Randy Dear Santa, How is your wife is she nice. How are your elves? Have you lost any weight? Are the elves making a lot of toys? If you don’t mind I would like a Game Boy, Clue Your friend, Tim Dear Santa. I want a doll called Baby Oh! Oh! Magic Bubbles the walking pup, Bottle Baby, Real Bake set, Cho! Cho! Train. A bike with training wheels, Scamps you walk away with my heart, Play Vacume, Play Mop, Play Broom with dust pan, a cradle, Play Cristmas tree. Magic Nursurey Baby. Real teacup. Poodle. Drink and Wet Quints, Fake frosty the snowman, hot pink and hot purple and green and blue and yellow and red and orange. Magic Barbie Motorhome with Barbies. Glow in the Dark Reach Toothbrush. Go! Go! My walking pup. Desk with thing in it and chair. Play stool. Glowing snowman. Lit­ tle Apron. Light Bright. Fake morning Dove. Big Play House. Plates, silverware, stove, microwave sink, real spray and stuff mixer, cof­ feemaker, ice cream maker, napkins, paper towels, bowl­ ing set, placemats, play ket­ chup and mustard, play clock, play table, play decorations, talking Homer, Lisa, Marge, Bart and Magie. Fake potholders. Dish. Real change purse. Real little exersize bike, real candy, and brief case, play camera. P.S. keep the list. We love you. Merry Christmas. 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December 24. 1991 Nashville Girl Scouts show Christmas spirit with event Christmas for needy children in local area will be brightened by toys designed and made by woodworking students at MVHS. Don Mulvaney(left) of Vermont­ ville and Lois Elliston of Nashville accepted the toys for inclusion in Christmas baskets in their respective communities. Among those who worked on the project are (front row, from left) Chris Harmon, Casey Thompson, Jeff Powell, Barry Byington, (back row) teacher Mike Schneiderhan, Larry Lewis, Scott Armour, Tiim Boise, Mark Schaub, Aaron Patrick and Cliff Weller. Missing from photo are Tim Priddy, Rob Sheldon, Josh Sleeper, Dan Hammond, Jeremy Swift, Brad Chase and Tom Kruger. Students make toys to help ‘Santa’ Santa’s workload was lightened last week when students in Mike Schneiderhan’s advanced woodworking shop at Maple Valley High School donated 30 handmade toys for needy children in the local community. Eighteen boys were involv­ ed in the project to design and construct toy autos, monster trucks, bi-wing planes, snowplows and road graders. The toys were donated last Wednesday to the Community students an opportunity to Christmas Basket programs in learn about mass production. Original designs for each toy the Maple Valley area. On hand to accept the gift were submitted by individual were Lois Elliston, head of students. The class then made the Nashville Christmas a decision on which plans Basket program, and Don would be adopted and Mulvany, outgoing president produced. of the Vermontville Chamber Elliston and Mulvany ex­ of Commerce. The chamber pressed appreciation to their has charge of the basket pro­ respective communities for the generous gift from the gram in that community. "The kids are proud to help students. The toys were to be out,” noted Schneiderhan. He included in Christmas baskets said the project gave the delivered last Saturday to families with young children. Among the large number of Nashville Girl Scouts who contributed gifts and and food for the Community Christmas Basket program are these troop members: (front row, from left) Lizzie Sundrala, Amber Primm, Sheena Andler, (back, from left) Kimberly Knoll, Michelle Jewell and Amanda Conklin. The spirit of Christmas was demonstrated last Tuesday by 10 troops of Nashville Girl Scouts who turned out for their second annual communi­ ty gift and caroling event. Meeting after school at the Nashville office of Hastings City Bank, the girls and their leaders placed Christmas gifts under the “Wish Upon A Star” tree there for needy children of the community. They also delivered donations of canned goods and nonperishible foods to be included in Nashville’s Christmas Baskets, which were prepared •last Friday for Saturday morn­ ing delivery to registered See Girl Scouts, page 2 Troop member Lacey Martin placed presents under the "Wish Upon A Star" tree at the Nashville office of Hastings City Bank. ChrirtiMt It’s Christmas again! May yours be a oneand your new year happy and prosperous! ITIFIPLE VALLEY In This Issue... • ‘Heirborn’ to appear locally Sunday • Three named official ‘Friends’ of foundation • Vermontville Chamber names lighting contest winners • Students thank Nashville PTO for classroom gifts �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 24, 1991 — Page 2 Gingerbread houses offer Kellogg students sweet learning experience Girl Scouts in holiday spirit... from front pag families. After the stop at the bank, the Scouts divided into two groups and went from store to store on Nashville’s Main Street to sing carols for the en­ joyment of proprietors and customers in each establish­ ment. A wet snow began to fall shortly before the trek began. After the caroling session the girls adjourned to Nashville Baptist Church for refreshments of hot chocolate and cookies. Leaders of the troops represented in the event were Janet Adams, Kari Burd, Jodi Pincumbe, Kelly Shaver, Jackie Dayton, Kathy Mace, Laurie Pettingill, Pam Tobias, Kim Furlong and Robin Glass. A total of about 50 girls comprise the 10 - Nashville troops. Neighborhood chair­ woman is Sue Fawley. Caroling at various business places on Nashville's Main Street completed the afternoon outing. Here a group of the local Girl Scouts entertains at Kathy's Variety and Crafts store. Quaint cottages with graham cracker siding and “thatched” roofs made of Frosted Mini-Wheats were a tempting sight for students at Kellogg School in Nashville last week. Plastered with frosting and trimmed with Christmas cookies, candy canes, gum drops, marshmallows and a variety of other sweet treats, the unique works of art were turned out by Sandra Briggs’ sixth-graders in their annual gingerbread house assignment. Each of the students under­ took a project of creating his or her own “dream house” based on a description in the poem, “My House.” Briggs said that the students had to use several skills to carry out the assignment, in­ cluding reading, math, graphing and layout, in addi­ tion to being able to visualize the result. Planning was done in the classroom but the in­ dividual construction work was done at home. The results of their homework were displayed last week in the hallway outside Briggs’ classroom, where gingerbread houses filled the air with a sweet holiday aroma. Viewers were in­ trigued with the many clever details of landscaping and creative trims added to the basic structures. After fellow Kellogg students had an opportunity to see the colorful exhibits the sixth-graders took their crea­ tions home for more holiday enjoyment. Special school board meeting postponed A special meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education that had been called for last Monday evening, Dec. 16, has been postponed until 7 p.m. Monday, Dec'. 30. Superintendent Ozzie Parks said the meeting to consider the language of bonding pro­ posals was postponed after the school’s attorney advised the board that it cannot take action on the matter until after the state approves Maple Valley’s bonding application. Church Schedules ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. • Wednesday: Prayer Meeting....... 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School. .10:00 a.m. Worship...... 11:00 a.m. After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Church Service ...... 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sun. School ......... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ............. 7 p.m. Wed. Service.............. 7 p.m. North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. Church Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday SchooL...10:15 a.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. BOB KERSTEN Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways 304 Phillips St., Nashville PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship........................ 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER Looking over their handiwork and that of their classmates are sixth-graders (from left) Tina Nelson, Andrea Hass, Christina Remes and Kyle Hughes. THE WINNING TEAM YOU THE CLASSIFIEDS GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO 945-9554 Our Door Is Always Open To You Merry Christmas and thanks to all! We look forward to serving you in the coming year. Diana’s Place Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. • Open Tues.-Sat. Owner Diana Kuempel • 852-9481 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vz mi. East of M-66, 5 mi 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ...... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School ...... 11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE south of Nashville) Sunday School .......10 a.m. A.M. Service........... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ........... 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-5Q East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship . .11 a.m. Church School .......11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK INDEPENDENT CHURCH of CHRIST Meeting behind River Bend Travel Agency, State St. MINISTER: JIM SANDUSKY Phone 945-2026 P.O. Box 558, Hastings, Ml 49058 Sunday Services: 9: 30 a.m.. ..Bible School 10: 30 a.m Morn. Worship 6: 30 p.m... Evening Worship Bible Study: 7: 00 p.m Thursday �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday. December 24. 1991 —- Page 3 Berry County Extension Service CALENDAR of EVENTS The following Cooperative Extension Sen ice programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or handicap: Jan.. 18 - Central Michigan g Family y Ag g Day. y. 9 a.m.-l:30 .. p... p.m.. Lakewood Community High School. Reservations required at the Barry County Cooperative Extension office or call (616) 9484862. Reservation deadline: Friday. Jan. 10. • JOI] TO JILL We wish to take this time to thank you. our patrons for your support during the past 'Heirborn' to appear here Sunday "Heirborn" will appear in concert at Nashville Baptist Church, 312 Phillips St., S Sunday, Dec. 29, at 7 p.m. The group of singers/musicians has been traveling and sharing the good news since 1980. These five men have spent all of their lives in gospel music and between the five of them have over 80 years of experience of singing and playing. Heirborn is currently recording with Revelation Records, on the Revelation label. The Village Hair Port 470 East Main Street Vermontville 726-0257 Hours: 8:30 am. to 4:30 p.m. Mon. Fri. Some evenings by appointment. From Our Readers ‘One Solitary Life’ has made a difference To the editor: There is no holiday in human history that has the origin, the meaning the message and the memory of Christmas. None ever will. The one whom the holiday commemorates was bom, liv­ ed, was killed at an early age but rose again to live forever. No other personage in the an­ nals of history ever made the latter claim. None ever will with any validity or reason. He came to save His people (you and I) but was rejected. There was not even any place for him to be bom in, except a farmer's stable. The Bible records the pro­ phesies of His birth thousands of years before the event took place, as well as His earthly life and death. Many cannot accept the Biblical record or even the Bi­ ble itself. Yet His coming is a fact recorded in history. Time is reckoned from His birth. This is year 1991 A.D. (in the year of our Lord) and means nearly 2000 years after His coming. His message of “Peace on earth and goodwill to men” was rejected when He came to Earth and is still denied. Yet that same message lives in the hearts and minds of millions upon multiplied millions of men and women, boys and girls today. It was the hope and motivation for millions upon multiplied millions who For Your Convenience THE REMINDER Now Accepts MASTERCARD OR VISA ..for payment of classified advertising. Call 945-9554 with your card number If you wish to charge an ad. J‘Ad Graphics The Hastings Reminder Christmas In observation of the Birth of our Savior we will be closed Christmas Evens’ at 3:00 p.m and all day Christmas Day Open 6 Nights a Week ____ to Service You___ The Ole Cookstove FAMILY RESTAURANT 174 South Main, Vermontville Phone 517-726-1144 Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! have already lived and died. No earthly tyrant or judicial decree will ever destroy that hope. He came into a world of strife and where people felt little hope. Our world today seems little different. One Solitary Life “He was bom in an obscure village, the child of a peasant woman; , He grew up in another village. He worked in a carpenter’s shop until He was 30, and then for three years was an itinerant preacher. He never wrote a book. He never held office. He never owned a home. He never traveled 200 miles from the place where He was born. He never did one ofthe things that usually accompany greatness. He had no creden­ tials but himself. “Though He walked the land over, curing the sick, giving sight to the blind, heal­ ing the lame and raising peo­ ple from the dead, the top religious leaders turned against Him. His friends ran away. He was turned over to His enemies. He went through the mockery ofa trial. He was spat upon, flogged and ridiculed. He was nailed to a cross between two thieves. “While He was dying, the executioners gambled for the only piece of property He had on earth, and that was His Robe. When He was dead. He was laid in a borrowed grave through the pity of a friend. “Nineteen wide centuries have come and gone, and to­ day He is the central figure of the human race and the leader of the column of progress. “All of the armies that ever marched, and all ofthe navies that were ever built, and all of the parliaments that ever sat, and all of the kings that ever reigned, put together, have not affected the life of man on the earth as has that One Solitary Life.” People have the God given right to reject this opinion, just as others have the right to agree. As for me that “One Solitary Life” changed my life completely for time and for eternity. That is my reason for celebrating Christmas. Edgar Fleetham Sunfield Christinas Greetings (And a little reminder) May the holiday season bring you and your family peace, love, and joy. December 24 Open 9:00-1:00 (Now’s the perfect time to open your Christmas Club Account for 1992) Eaton Federal Bank FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home office • Charlotte • Phone: 543-3880 Nashville • Phone 852-1830 OFFICE HOURS: Eaton Rapids • Phone 6663-1551 Monday-Friday 9 to 430, Saturday 9 to Noon OTwet-Phone 749-2811 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 24, 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past... A glimpse at this week in Nashville's history... by Susan Hinckley Today's column looks at this week in Nashville history, as recorded in The Nashville News. The following items are ex­ cerpted from The Nashville Ancient History column published in The News from near the turn ofthe century in­ to the 1930s. Items taken from The News of Saturday, Dec. 22, 1883 — First snow of the season fell to the depth of two inches on Saturday night. — From the present indica­ tions, the tide of emigration will now turn southward. Several of our citizens are talking ofmaking trips to Ten­ nessee and Virginia on pro­ specting tours. — A gang ofcloth peddlers are raiding the surrounding country. — J. M. Wood has a force of workmen engaged upon that new building which is to be completed before January first and occupied by Frank Scofield of Eaton Rapids as a livery stable. — D. E. Keyes is now pro­ prietor of the Nashville House, J. D. Blair having retired in his favor. Items taken from The News of Saturday, Dec. 24, 1887 — The sleighing arrived just in time for Christmas. — Eggs are going higher because of the scarcity of them. The price is 22 cents. — A new bell has been placed in the belfry of the Evangelical church, the other one not proving satisfactory. — W. J. Liebhauser return­ ed on Friday of last week from Pasadena, Calif., where he has been working during the fall. — Power and Stringham expect to open their grocery store today or Monday. — Mrs. Travis, the dancing teacher from Kalamazoo, fail­ ed to put in her appearance Wednesday. Items taken from The News of Saturday, Dec. 22, 1888 — Dr. J. T. Goucher is one ofthe assistants in the hospital department at Jackson. (Goucher, a Nashville physi- cian, had been convicted earlier that year of attempted grave robbery at Banyville Cemetery and was sentenced to one year of “hard labor” at Jackson State prison. Though he maintained his innocence of the crime, Goucher is believed to have been attemp­ ting to secure medical specimens.) — At the bank meeting held at the Wolcott House Saturay night, the organization of the new bank was completed and officers elected. It will be called the Farmers’ and Mer­ chants’ Bank ofNashville, has a capital stock of $35,000 and is chartered for a period of 30 years. — C. L. Glasgow is shipp­ ing about 10 carloads ofwood per week from this station. Items taken from The News of Saturday, Dec. 21, 1889 — As an incident of our present mild weather, H. G. Hale plucked a full blown daisy in the yard back of his store this week. — John Rasey has been ap­ pointed agent at this place for the Standard Oil Co. of Jackson. — Arnold DeBolt has mov­ ed into the rooms over his blacksmith shop. — Miss Sara Jones has again commenced giving music lessons in this village and has a nice class. Items taken from The News of Friday, Dec. 26, 1890 — Wood thieves are more numerous than ever about Nashville this winter. We know of a man who has in­ troduced gunpowder into several sticks in his pile for the purpose of giving some of the predators a surprise, and another one spends one night of every week watching his pile, and when he does catch the thief, there is sure to be some fun. — A new street lamp has been placed on the corner of Francis and Main streets. — Prof. O . M . McLaughlin is attending the state teachers’ institute at Grand Rapids. — Jacob Shoup, who has been seriously ill the past two weeks with typhoid fever, is able to be out again.. .George Marshall is sick with pneumonia...Mrs. A.. L. Rasey is quite ill. — Willie Hullinger is working for C. B. Lusk in his clothing store. Harry G. Hale was surprised during Christmas week 1889, when he found a daisy in full bloom behind his store on Nashville's Main Street. Hale came to the village in 1877 to engage in a drug and book business, which he operated until shortly before his death in 1928. He also had a longtime American Railway Express agency in his store (now the location of Good Time Pizza). Hale is seen here with his second wife, the former Mrs. Florence Jurgensen, whom he married in 1923. Items taken from The News of Friday, Dec. 22, 1898 — The ice harvest and the excellent skating the boys have been enjoying have both been temporarily suspended by the softening up of the weather. — At the council meeting Monday evening, a committee consisting of F. J. Brattin and F. W. Knoll was appointed to investigate and report on some adequate fire alarm for the village. — J. M. VanNocker, Eli Latting and James Wells started for California Monday morning in the interest of the Cazier sickle grinder. — The hardware firm of Mitchell & Young has undergone a change this week and Glenn H. Young is now at Nashville's new schoolhouse attracted a delegation of Mendon school board members, who were favorably impressed when they toured the building shortly before Christmas 1905. Dedicated in January 1903, Nashville's new school was constructed on the same Washington Street site where fire a year earlier had destroyed the 1885 Union school. The new school, seen here in its early years, was razed after Nashville and Vermontville schools consolidated in 1963. the head of the establishment, the firm being Glenn H. Young & Co. Mr. Mitchell retires from the firm entirely, and will give his whole atten­ tion to the clothing store. — Invitations are out for the wedding of Dr. • V. J. Lathrop ofthis village to Miss Lydia Dilbahner, to occur at the home of the bride’s mother in Maple Grove on Wednesday evening of next week. — Rev. C. M. Welch’s Sunday evening sermons are becoming deservedly popular and the large church edifice is barely able to accommodate the people who turn out to listen listen to to them. them. Items taken from The News of Friday, Dec. 22, 1899 — It is reported that coal has been found in paying quantities in the eastern part ofKalamo Township, and that outside capitalists have secured options on several thousand acres in the vicinity. •— A new club has been organized in the village, under the name ofthe 1900 Club and they will give a series of parties during the winter. Theirr first party was held on Wednesday evening of last week and a highly enjoyable time was had. — John L. Rhodes of Ver­ montville assisted by John E. Lake of this place is doing a lucrative hay business, shipp­ ing from 10 to 12 carloads per weeks. — Ernest Smith left this week for Elgin, Ill., where he has secured a position in the Elgin Watch factory. Items taken from The News of Friday, Dec. 26, 1902 — Mrs. Dan Feighner and Mrs. . Charles Deller r are quarantined in their homes on account ofhaving been expos­ ed to what is feared to be smallpox. — Roy Wolf, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Wolf, of this pHleacew, alsost claena nairnmg Mouotndathye. He was cleaning out the firebox of his (Pere Marquuette RR) engine at Toledo, when the engine suddenly started, knocking him over and so badly mangling his arm that at amputation was necessary. (After the accident Wolf, 22, left the railroad to do Christian mission work in northern Michigan, and in 1913 established in Nashville what is thought to be the first autombile bus line in the USA in the form of a Model-T jitney that made regular runs from Nashville to Battle Creek.) — The electric lights came on again Tuesday evening, and they were more than welcome. — G. W. Gribbin obtained a settlement with the in­ surance company on his re­ cent fire loss last Thursday, being allowed $4,750 out of his total insurance of $5,000. Items taken from The News of Thursday, Dec. 22, 1904 — The ice harvest is now on, and ice of a good quality and thickness is being put up. — Travis Surine speared a 15-pound German carp in the mill pond yesterday. — Harry B. Andrus of Wellington, Kansas, was in town greeting old friends Tuesday. Mr. Andrus was formerly superintendent ofthe school here. — C. B. Marshall, who has been spending some time in Salt Lake City, Utah, has gone to Mill City, Nev., where he is assistant superintendent of the mines at that place. — John E. Taylor was in Grand Rapids Monday and made application for a patent on a new gasoline engine which he has lately invented. Items taken from The News of Thursday, Dec. 21, 1905 — The school board of Mendon, consisting of five members, was in town Mon­ day day looking looking over over the the new school building. They were very favorably impressed with it and expressed the opinion that they would build a very similar one. — Mrs. Henry Roe, who had her hand severely injured some time ago by a careless porter shutting the door on her hand on a Michigan Central train, has settled with the company, receiving $300 for the injury. — Thomas E. Fuller has sold his house and lot on State Street to H. D. Wotring and has purchased the farm of C. J. Bassett near the Quailtrap schoolhouse. Mr. Bassett ex­ pects to leave this part of the country in the spring and Mr. Fuller will move onto the farm. — The annual meeting of the Nashville German Coach Horse Co., owners of the horse Alpenprinz, was held at the Wolcott House Saturday. C. L. Bowen was elected president; Dr. F. F. Shilling, vice president; Len W. Feighner, secretary-treasurer; and Walter Ruse, Frank Price, and T. Garlinger, members of the executive committee. — John Marshall of Maple Grove, Mrs. Chris Marshall and Earl Rothaar will leave Saturday for South Bend, Ind., to visit relatives during the holiday. — Bert Niles has closed his laundry. — Vem Ackett had a serious runaway Tuesday evening with his father’s team. He was coming home from the slaughter house on the north side of the river and Ross Walrath was riding on the wagon with him. While coming down the hill just north ofthe bridge, something gave way and the horses started to run. The beam struck one of the beams ofthe bridge and was tom away from the team. Both of the boys were thrown out, Ackett hanging to the reins until he struck the bridge when he was forced to relinquish his hold, and the team ran to the comer near the A. N. Appelman house (at the intersection of Reed Street and North Main) where they ran astride of a telephone pole and broke apart and were caught by a bystander. Both ofthe boys were badly braised up, Walrath getting out with a peach of a black eye, whileinjured, Ackett was more seriously being a mass of bruises from head to foot and being so badly shaken up that he was in bed for a day or two, but is now crawling out again. The wagon was also somewhat smashed up. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 24, 1991 — Page 5 Vermontville Chamber announces holiday lighting contest winners by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer The Vermontville Chamber of Commerce last week an­ nounced winners ofthe annual holiday lighting contest. In the business division, a “new kid on the block” took the top prize. Patches-nPosies, the craft and flower store that opened this fall at 152 S. Main, earned a free one-year membership in the Chamber of Commerce for its winning Christmas display. In the residential division, Mr. and Mrs. L L. Mingus of 199 Fourth St. were winners in the contemporary category. Honors in the traditional theme went to Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Marsh, 188 E. Main. Both families received a $15 prize from the chamber. The contest was open to anyone living in the greater Vermontville area but, in order to give everyone a fair chance, eligible contestants were only those who had not won the honor in the past three years. In other holiday activity, the Vermontville Chamber of Commerce coordinated the community’s annual Christmas Basket program, in which food and supplies were distributed to 43 registered needy families that included 59 children. The youngsters received toys delivered with the food baskets. In addition to the families helped by the chamber, four local needy families were “adopted” for the holiday. Assuming responsbility for one family each were B-O-C of Lansing and the First Con­ gregational Church of Ver­ montville. The Kalamo Eastern Star adopted two other local families. The adopting sponsors took care of providing Christmas food and gifts for their chosen families. The Independent Bank of Vermontville, the local Lions Club, the American Legion, and Vermontville Boys Scouts and Girl Scouts all had a hand in the Community Christmas Basket program, said Chamber Treasurer Ricki Hill. She said the bank col­ lected goods and money; the Lions distributed candy and arranged Santa’s visit at the Opera House; the Legion donated money, and the Scouts collected food dona­ tions door-to-door and helped wrap gifts. “Overall, the whole town pitched in,” noted Hill. Some items for the food baskets were purchased at reduced prices from the Eaton Vermontville offers a gaily decorated Main Street for the Christmas . Holiday lighting of homes and businesses also was encouraged in the annual Chamber of Commerce contest. County Extension Food Bank, added Hill. Several toys for the Ver­ montville program were Three named official 'Friends* of foundation by Susan Hinckley Staff Writer i» Bn Ct,«nik tat : b HtafaSt® C L tai rata ■ta ptaDf.f.F.Sfe t» «t ptodac la I it faiMffliB-BB Sr. it Uh lit, M li ta, <i I Up. jjl tan if ik «® -ifeJHi!i’fp iMWik' tab ab tab fcr Scd tai g> niiadtata tai fcW' tah' a r «w W* jj ii 4 » »£«** it fc** 'ttf efc** b i it k mm p*”! frU I i9l 4 i<%** The latest official “Friends of Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation” were announced last week by the board of directors. Judy Laurie, Audrey Wat­ son and Elmer Jarvie received recognition by the MVMSF for their individual contribu­ tions of time and effort to the foundation. In the past five years MVMSF has granted $12,000 in scholarships to 19 Maple Valley graduates. The founda­ tion recently reached the $50,000 mark in donations. Junia Jarvie and Dorothy Carpenter, retired Maple Valley school teachers who are co-originators ofthe foun­ dation, cited Laurie, Watson and Junia’s husband, Elmer, for dedication “above and beyond the call of duty.” “Judy has been very sup­ portive, always patient and helpful,” said Jarvie. “She has wonderful skills in setting things up for publication so they look good, and has been a real help in many ways.” Laurie is secretary to Larry Lenz, principal of Maple Valley Jr.- Sr. high school. Maple Valley office block teacher Watson received credit along with her past and present students. “Audrey and her office block students have helped us when we have done large mailings,” noted Jarvie. Carpenter said the students typed the foundation’s solicitation letters on com­ puters, “perfected and cor­ rected” them, merged the let­ ters with envelopes and stuff­ ed them. i i MERRY CHRISTMAS I I InnS ISd d tarsi’’ — and — b t A 0a A £ £ I 0 £ £ 0 0 K M “They have done this several times over the years,” added JarVie. “This gives the students a practical experience and also informs them about MVMSF.” Jarvie said that a major pro­ ject a couple years ago was doing mailings to businesses in Nashville, Vermontville, Charlotte, Hastings, Battle Creek, Lansing and Grand Rapids. Elmer Jarvie, a retired Maple Valley teacher and former Nashville postmaster, was recognized for his work in making wooden bases for the engraved plaques that recognize individual monetary donations to the foundation. “We have had wonderful support from many organiza­ tions and people,” noted Junia Jarvie. “These three were selected for recognition by the board of directors for their continuing efforts and support.” The recently honored trio joins a select group of other official Friends of MVMSF, chosen by the foundation directors in past years for similar contributions. Local community members comprise the board, which is responsible for administration of the foundation. Maple Valley students who receive scholarships from the foundation are selected on the basis ofattitude and effort, not on scholastic standing, although many of the reci­ pients also have very good academic records. The scholarships are granted for studies only at accredited schools. 0 IIMI ftif Wj Wj if If0*, HAPPY NEW YEAR STANTON'S 144 S. Main, Vermontville, Mi 49096 Phone 517-726-0181 s § i 1 donated through the United State Marine Corps “Toys for Tots” campaign, said outgo­ ing Chamber President Don Mulvany. This is the first year the village has benefitted from that program. In other recent chamber business, hew officers for 1992 were elected at the organization’s annual dinner meeting Dec. 8 at Ole Cookstove Restaurant in Vemontville. Nyle Wells replaces Mulvany as president. Richard Genther is new vice president and Rita Lobert is the new secretary. Hill was re-elected as treasurer. ... for your continued support and loyalty. Here’s wishing you a Happy Holiday Season and a Healthy New Year! StylesR-Us 224 Main, Nashville Tuesday thru Friday WALK-INS WELCOME Ph. 852-1757 SYLVIA HOEVE Judy Laurie (left), Audrey Watson and Elmer Jarvey recently were named official 'Friends' of the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation" for their continuing efforts in support of the foundation. MapeS Family Florist Horse management to be part of “Ag Day If your family has recently purchased a horse for your en­ joyment, you may want to enroll in the beginner’s horse management class being of­ fered during the Central Michigan Family Ag Day event. This event will be held on Saturday, Jan. 18, at Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free workshop being taught by John Shelle, associate professor of animal science will cover information on feed, bedding and special health considerations. This is an example of one of the 10 different workshops available during the Central Michigan Family Ag Day event. To register for this pro­ gram, contact the Cooperative Extension office in Barry, Eaton or Ionia counties. In May the love of home and family be yours to cherish at the miracle of Christmas 107 NORTH MAIN, NASHVILLE Eaton County, call 543-2310 or 372-5594 for more infor­ mation and a total list of classes offered. Advance registration is required. 852-2050 INSURANCE Home, Auto.., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary' Hastings Mutual Insurance Company �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 24, 1991 — Page 6 Sixth-graders help kids with 'Letters to Santa* Sixth-graders at Kellogg School in Nashville last Mon­ day extended a friendly holi­ day hand to their younger counterparts. Students in the classes of teachers Melanie Garlinger, Sandra Briggs and Steven Slag helped children in the “Young Fives” and kindergarten classes at Fuller Street Elementary write letters to Santa. The older students listened individually to the Christmas wishes of the younger children, then put pencil to paper to list requests and com­ ments on special forms ad­ dressed to the Jolly Old Elf. The letter-writing project was conducted in morning and afternoon sessions at the Fuller Elementary classrooms of Theresa Duffy, Tammi King and Rose Dunham. After the letters were com­ pleted, the sixth-graders took charge of mailing the messages to Santa’s head­ quarters at the North Pole. Some of the Kellogg sixth-graders from Steve Slag's class are seen with the children in Theresa Duffy's Young Fives class, who benefitted from the letter­ writing skills of the older students. Christmas in early American times with merriment. Christmas festivities in the Colonies began a week before Christmas and lasted until Twelfth Night, January 5. 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In Virginia, roast turkey was the centerpiece ofholiday meals, augmented with kum­ quats, roast beef, cranberry mold, spiced crap apples and glazed sweet potato slices. Greetings among the widely scattered settlers would often be accomplished with the fir­ ing of muskets, a custom which has evolved into the setting off of firecrackers in some parts ofthe South today. Christmas Day was a day of worship in Colonial America. In this land of freedom of religion, worship services ranged from morning services for Protestants to midnight mass for the Catholic settlers. Although the Puritans ob­ jected to the revelry surroun­ ding Christmas — in 1659, they enacted a law imposing a fine on anyone “found obser­ ving by abstinence from A personal one-on-one touch was added as an older student helped a young child compose a letter to Santa. Here, Nick Blakely, a Kellogg sixth-grader, lists the Christrpas wishes of Dustin Mead, a Young Fives student at Fuller Street Elementary. labor, feasting, or in any other way, such days as Christmas day” — the settlers in early America found much cause to celebrate, according to the country of their origin. When the New Style Calen­ dar was adopted by England, the Colonies subsequently followed suit, and took off 11 days from the year. Thus December 25 became January 6, which was celebrated as “Old Christmas” by many. The very first Christmas in America was a time of hard­ ship, but even then the Pilgrims managed to bring joy to the occasion. Harriet Beecher Stowe described the first Christmas in the colonies in one of her stories: “The men had come back from their work on shore with branches of green pine and holly, and the women had stuck them about the ship, not without tearful thoughts ofold homeplaces where their childhood fathers and mothers did the same. Bits and snat­ ches of Christmas carols were floating all around the ship, like landbirds blown far out to sea.” Even in the midst of their difficulties, the earliest Col­ onists took time to celebrate Christmas as best they could, a tradition that Americans continue to this day. Get “Set” For A Beautiful Season i e f With warm wishes from our entire staff. J CLOSED Christmas - Dec. 24, Dec. 25, Dec. 26; New Year’s • Dec. 31, Jan. 1, Jan. 2 •] 1 j Toni ’s Style Shop : 111 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE * il 852-9192 Our Hours 8:00-4:00 Walk-ins Welcome After 4:00 p.m. by Appointment Only Barry County COA lunch menu set Wednesday, Dec. 25 Closed. Thursday, Dec. 26 Macaroni and cheese, broc­ coli, carrots, bread, fruit. Friday, Dec. 27 Scrod, spinach, mixed vegetables, bread, brownie. Monday, Dec. 30 Chicken sauce ’em, gravy, red potatoes, European blend, brea, fruit. Tuesday, Dec. 31 Salmon loaf, mashed potatoes, peas, bread, fruit. Events Wednesday, Dec. 25 Closed. Thursday, Dec. 26 Nashville, bingo. Friday, Dec. 27 Nashville, popcorn; Woodland, blood pressure. Monday, Dec. 30 Hastings, bingo and popcorn. Tuesday, Dec. 31 - All sites puzzles; all sites close at noon.>«: 1 Attention: Lake Odessa Auto Parts Will be closed December 24th at 1:00 p.m. and will remain closed for inventory until January 2, 1992 We wish to say thank you to all of our customers for being patient during our inventory. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 24, 1991 —'Page 7 New Orleans-Style Meat Loaf Cooking for a Crowd Meat loaf doesn’t have to be ordinary. This version, Pinwheel Meat Loaf, looks and tastes extra­ ordinary. Spice up your dinner table by adding garlic, pepper, sausage and Lipton Rice Sauce - Cajun-Style to your ground beef. The packaged rice and sauce has the hot and spicy flavorings and bold color that make this dish special. Chopped spinach adds another circle of color. This all-in-one meat and vegetable dish needs very little else to support it for a complete meal. A few greens with a light dressing and perhaps a roll or croissant is all you need. Best of all, this dish can be prepared in advance. Then simply bake and serve. You’ll have all the ingredients for a delicious meal — and for a great party! Pinwheel Meat Loaf 1/2 cup milk 1-1/2 cups crustless Italian or French bread cubes 1-1/2 pounds ground beef 1/2 pound sweet Italian sausage, removed from casings and crumbled Smiths to celebrate 40 years Don and PSaECmURSA mLifiet hhas oa sfpe5c4ial7, afMfordeaabled loifew poliLcya fn or eel,igiHblea cshitldinreng bsc,t- will ceMleVbratwLeief eetn hthee aigres4 o0f t1h 5 dawys eandd dISinyegars.a Itn's ncailvlede Mrsodaifireyd JSuvuenniled Wahyo,le Jan. 5, 1992, fr.om 1 to 4 p.m. Friends and family are invited to share in the celebration at an open house luncheon located at the Maplegrove Community Building, 721 Durkee St. (M-66), Nashville, given by their children, Forest Smith, Linda and Alan Conrad, Dan and Joan Smith, Felicity and Tim Laurie, and 13 grandchildren. Don and Pam met on Valentine's Day in 1951 while Don was I stTaatkieo anloeokd at alifte intshureanceM. Tihladt'se rnighht,a lilfle inAsurramncey. Base in England. A year later, on Jan. 19, 1952, they were married at St. Mary's Church, Pakenham, England. $ SECUM GRANDPARENTS ARE GIVING SMARTER GIFTS THESE DAVS Finding just the right gift for your grandchild isn't as hard as you might think. Losing Interest On Your CDs? If you’re one of millions of Americans who have Certificates of Deposit maturing in October, you may be in for a big shock. Since interest rates have been on the decline, your renewal rate may not be as high. If you’d like to find out about acceptable invest­ ment alternatives that will keep your money working as hard as it can. Stop in or call us today. STOCKS & BONDS MUTUAL FUNDS LIMITED PARTNERSHIPS STANLEY A. TRUMBLE C.LU. Registered Representative Lipton is a registered trademark of Thomas J. Lipton Company, 800 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632. The story of the 'Nutcracker* offered One of the classic Christmas stories for youngsters was written in 1844 by E.T.A. Hoffman: “The Nutcracker and MouseKing.” This fanciful tale centers on two children, Fritz and Marie. Like all the other children in their town, they were looking forward to receiving gifts, especially from their god­ father, Doctor Drosselmayer. For he was no ordinary doc­ tor. An accomplished inven­ tor, the doctor could make life-like puppets that walked, danced, played instruments and drilled with guns. On this particular Christmas, when the door to the parlor was opened, the children found many delightful gifts under the tree. For Fritz, there was a squadron of red-coated hussars mounted on white horses; Marie found a beautiful doll which she nam­ ed Claire. But, most intrigu­ ing of all was a nutcracker in the shape of a man. When you placed a nut between his teeth and pressed on his cape, the nut would crack. The children delighted in playing with the new toy, but soon it was broken. Heartbroken, Marie insisted on taking care ofthe wounded nutcracker. It got late, and everyone drifted off to bed, except for Marie, who lingered by the toy cupboard. She made a bed for the nutcracker, promising to have her godfather take care of his injuries. The clock MARINER FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. HaiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiHHi*»r Securities Broker / Dealer Member NASD / SIPC - Maple Valley Athletic Boosters E Supervising Branch Office Located at: 5100 E. Saginaw Hwy., Grand Ledge, Ml 48837 • Ph. 627-1181 178 S. Main St., Box 160, Vermontville, Ml 49096 , Phone 726-0580 REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS UNIT INVESTMENT TRUSTS 2 eggs, slightly beaten 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 cups water 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1 package Lipton Rice & Sauce - Cajun-Style 2 packages (10 oz. ea.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry In small bowl, pour milk over bread cubes, then mash with fork until bread is soaked. In large bowl, thoroughly combine bread mixture, ground beef, sausage, eggs, parsley, garlic, salt and pepper. Place on 12 x 12-inch sheet of aluminum foil moistened with water. Cover with 12 x 14-inch sheet of waxed paper moistened with water. Using hands or rolling pin, press into 12 x 12-inch rectangle. Refrig­ erate 2 hours or until well chilled. In medium saucepan, bring water, butter and rice and Cajun-style sauce to a boil. Continue boiling over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until rice is tender. Refrigerate 2 hours or until well chilled. Preheat oven to 350°. Remove waxed paper from ground beef mixture. If desired, season spinach with additional salt and pepper. Spread spinach over ground beef mixture leaving 1-inch border. Spread rice evenly over spinach. Roll, starting at long end and using foil as a guide, jelly-roll style, removing foil while rolling; seal edges tightly. In 13 x 9-inch baking pan, place meat loaf seam-side down. Bake 1 hour or until done. Let stand 15 minutes before serving. Cut into 1-inch slices. Makes about 8 servings. I B IN GO I • MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA 5 5 ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.£ 5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 “ iiiiiiiiniiiriiiiiiaiiaiiiiaM struck midnight and suddenly, an army of mice advanced on Marie, with the Mouse-King leading them. Marie heard the commotion in the toy cup­ board — it was the toys, rous­ ing themselves to battle. The nutcracker jumped from his bed, drew his sword and took command of the toy army. But, the battle went badly for the toys. Marie sprang into action, taking offone ofher shoes and throwing it at the Mouse-King and knocking him down. At this point, Marie fainted, and when she came to, her mother and the doctor were hovering over her. When Marie told them what had happened, the doctor told her the story of the nut­ cracker, who was actually his bewitched nephew and who could only become young and handsome again when he had overcome the Mouse-King and had won the love of a charming young lady. The years went by and Marie and the nutcracker shared many adventures, traveling to the Plain of Sugar Candy and the City of Jam. There they visited the Palace of Marzipan, in front ofwhich a fountain of lemonade, orange juice and syrup gushed forth. At last, Marie reached the age of sixteen. One day, she told the nutcracker ofher love for him. Suddenly, a hand­ some young man appeared before her; it was Drosselmayer’s nephew, freed from his spell. He asked for her hand in marriage, and together they reigned happily ever after over the Kingdom of Toys and Sugar Candy. This delightful story has been adapted into a popular ballet and it continues to charm children and adults alike today. Corkins, Darlene Hammond, Barb Noble, Kathy Mace. HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH! Wishing you a good measure of happiness and a large dose of cheer to last throughout the entire year! Merry Christmas and many thanks to all our valued customers. 219 Main St., Nashville • 852-0845 OPEN: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday thru Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 24, 1991 — Page 8 Students thank Nashville PTO for classroom gifts Sandra Briggs’ sixthgraders at Kellogg School last week Monday showed ap­ preciation for the special classroom furnishings they recently have received, thanks to the Nashville PTO. To show their appreciation, the class members made a giant Christmas tree card, signed by each student in the class, and presented it to PTO representatives Lesley Schantz, secretary, and Janet Adams, public relations officer. Briggs’ students are enjoy­ ing three bean bag chairs and a radio purchased with PTO funds. The local PTO grants $50 annually to each elementary classroom in Nashville for “certain little things above and beyond” the normal sup­ plies and equipment or for special activities, said Adams. Sometimes the grant funds are used for items as practical as a bulletin board or as exciting as a field trip. In addition to the outright grants, the PTO awards creative scholarship money to cover extra needs specified by individual staff members. The Nashville PTO spon­ sors several fund-raisers throughout the school year to finance these programs and other activities and im­ provements at the local schools. Community is medically underserved BY Michael N. Callton, D.C. A giant Christmas tree card signed by all the students in Sandra Briggs' sixth-grade class expressed the students' thanks to the PTO for special class­ room furnishings. Trying out two of the new bag chairs are Shane Clapp and Adrienne Simmons, while David Taylor presents the tree card to PTO representatives Janet Adams (left) and Lesley Schantz. North Pole to South, Christmas is a Time of Joy to the World And here in our small corner of the world, we’re blessed with the opportunity to know and serve so many wonderful people. Seasons greetings and glad tidings to you all! Body Talk Christmas cards are a American tradition One of the most cherished traditions of the Christmas season is that of sending greetings to friends and family — yet Christmas cards did not become popular in the United States until the latter part of the 1800s. A German immigrant nam­ ed Louis Prang produced the first Christmas cards in this country in 1874. Prior to then, Christmas cards were known primarily in Europe. They were already an accepted custom in England, where the very first Christmas card had been created. The English artist John Horsley designed the first card in 1843 at the request of Sir Henry Cole. The illustra­ tion on the card depicted a family celebrating the season and bore the message, “A merry Christmas and a happy new year to you.” Side panels depicted the poor receiving gifts of charity. This design was eventually lithographed, hand-colored and sold for a shilling a copy. Not more than 1000 copies of the first Christmas card were sold. The second Christmas card ws not designed until 1848, by W.M. Egley. In England, at that time, the custom was to write to friends and family during the holidays, exchang­ ing good wishes. There were sheets of writing paper decorated with Christmas motifs available for such messages. But, these hand­ written letters took a great deal oftime. In fact, it was the desire to save time that pro­ mpted Sir Henry Cole to have a Christmas card made up for his holiday correspondence. Thus, by the year when Louis Prang designed the first American card, the English mails were already flooded with cards at Christmas time. Prang sent his friends cards to England, but the following year he began to produce them for domestic consumption. His enterprise coincided with the postal service’s policy of delivering free mail in large cities, encouraging Americans to purchase the new, beautifully printed cards. Prang’s cards reflected the tasts of the Victorian times. Fanciful animals, cherubs, flowers and romanticized children were popular sub­ jects for his cards. Oddly enough, the cards seldom reflected religious sentiments. This is the first week in 125 years that the Maple Valley area will be without a medical doctor. In 1992, both Nashville and Vermontville will definitely be “medically underserved.” Considering no significant popula­ tion drop, why is it that a town that once supported three medical doctors is now without any? It is due to a gradual shift of medical doctors away from rural areas and to bigger towns and cities where there is more potential patients and income. Unfortunately, what is good for medical doctors is not necessarily good for rural communities like ours. But to be constructive, folks here must turn to other options. In order to see a medical doctor you will now have to go to another town, like Charlotte or Hastings. Pennock Hospital is suggesting doc­ tors in Hastings, but some people are finding that some ofthese doctors are hard to get appointments with. On the bright side, we’re much better off than other “underserved” communities because we do have the option of medical care under 20 miles away. We also have other very good health professionals still right here in Nashville. Dave Mace is available to fill prescriptions locally and offer good suggestions for over-the-counter medications. Bradley Masse is still on Reed Street to take care of our community’s dental needs. Also I’m still on Main Street to help with health problems that will not require drugs or surgery. A lot of people in town still don’t understand what a chiropractor does, but now that we’re without a medical doctor in town it becomes more important to know what services a chiropractor offers. We have an X-ray machine that can image broken bones or bones out ofplace. So ifyou’ve been injured and require an Xray, you won’t have to go to a hospital emergency room, which is much more time consuming, expensive and far away. We work a lot with sports and other body injuries, like liga­ ment and muscle strains and sprains. Chiropractors have at least 10 times more training in these areas than the average medical doctor. We also work a lot with headaches, and depen­ ding on the type ofheadache, we may have better results than a medical doctor. Hopefully, another medical doctor will come to practice in Nashville in the near future. But until that happens, we need to completely use the health professionals and facilities still available in the Maple Valley area. FACTORY WORKERS Allo area company has sanding, bulling, and light assembly openings available. High starling wages lor the non­ experienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope­ nings coming in every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be given immediate con­ sideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal I.D. Never a lee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN t:30 A.M. • 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. 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VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 24, 1991 — Page 9 YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy NASHVILLE - Lewis E. Washington; two uncles, Fred BANKRUPTCY LEGAL printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for Powers, 55 of Nasvhille and White ofNashville and Harlow Services. First consultation free. everything from business cards lifelong Nashville area resi­ White of Saranac; several Fees fully explained in advance. and brochures to newspapers Call 945-3512 for appointment and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or dent passed away Thursday, nieces and nephews. stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, December 19, 1991 at He was preceded in death by BOBCAT SERVICES- Hastings. Community Hospital, Battle son, Jerry Powers in 1973; Backhoe, barn cleaning, general Dorothy L. Benton _ Creek. father, Thomas Powers in excavating, sand and gravel Thank You VERMONTVILLE Mrs. Benton is survived by Mr. Powers was bom May 9, 1985. delivery. Lowest rates. Dorothy L. Benton, 87 of son and daughter-in-law, Pete 1936 in Vermontville. He 1-517-852-2278. ___________ . THE VERMONTVILLE Funeral services were held Vermontville passed away and Doris Benton ofVermont­ attended school in Nashville Saturday, December 21 at LEE’S TV REPAIR Chamber of Commerce would Thursday, December 19, 1991 ville; daughters and sons-in- and Vermontville. He was a Maple Vally Chapel-Genther SERVICE IN VERMONT­ like to express their appreciation at Thornapple Manor, law, Vivian and Guy Adsit of foreman at American Metals Funeral Home with Reverend VILLE. is now open. Phone for the overwhelming support from the entire community. Hastings. Lansing, Roxana Mull of and Plastics in Grand Rapids in Kenneth Vaught officiating. 517-726-1379.___________ Especially: Maple Valley Mrs. Benton was bom July Belton, Missouri; eight grand- 1975 to 1985. He was also Burial was at Lakeview 24,1904 in Eaton County, the children; eight great grandchil- employed at Lake Odessa Cemetery, Vermontville with TRENCHING for wires or High School students; Maplew­ water lines, residential or ood Elementary students; daughter of Clark and Lena dren; brother and sister-in-law, Machine Products from 1967 full military honors. commercial, low rate, phone Maplewood Elementary teach(Moore) Rogers. She attended S.D. and Iva Rogers of to 1974. Memorial contributions 1-517-852-2278. 1-517-852-2278. ers and staff; Maple Valley High Vermontville Country Vermontville; niece, Kathryn He was married to Jan John- may be made to the Nashville School advanced woodshop; Schools. Hodgman of Charlotte. cockMay 10,1957 in Nashvil- VFW Post #8260. Vermontville Boy Scouts; She was married to Clyde Funeral services were held le. Their 15 year marriage Vermontville Girl Scouts; Benton February 7, 1923 in Saturday, December 21 at ended in divorce. He enjoyed Vermontville Fire Department; Lansing. He preceded her in Maple Valley Chapel-Genther fishing, the outdoors, and Vermontville Lions Club; death August of 1984. She was Funeral Home, Nashville with traveling. He served in the Michael Gene D'Onifrio Vermontville Independent a lifelong Vermontville/ Mr. Richard A. Genther offi- Army during the Korean Bank; Vermontville Grocery; Nashville area resident She ciating. Burial was in Wood Wood-­ Conflict, stationed in CaliforCOLORADO Michael Mr. D’Onifrio is survived Vermontville Hardware; Michifarmed with her husband. She lawn Cemetery, Vermontville. nia and Germany. Gene D’Onifrio, 39 of Color­ by his mother, Dorothy Wiser; gan Magnetics, Inc.; Bart Frith­ enjoyed crocheting, but espe­ Memorial contributions Mr. Powers is survived by ado, passed away Tuesday, sister, Alita Brooks of Lake Attorney at Law; lire Outpost; cially enjoyed cooking for the may be made to the Maple daughters and sons-in-law, November 19, 1991. Odessa; brother, Gennaro Patches and Posies; V Junction; school kids. Valley Scholarship Fund. Kathy and JJ. Johnson of He was bom on March 8, D’Onifrio ofFlorida; maternal RL Tax Service-Ricki Hill; Tucson, Arizona, Diane and 1952 in Percy Jones Hospital, grandmother, Naomi Kurr of Hildred Peabody; Maple Valley Trees and Shrubs-Reta and Floyd Dirette of Nutley, New Battle Creek, the son of Middleville. Robert R. Fueri, Jr Wayne LoberL Jersey; grandson, Jordan John­ Dorothy Wiser of Wichita He was preceded in death by The Christmas Basket Prog­ son; mother, Bemadine Hinde Falls, Texas. his step-father Leonard Wiser. NASHVILLE - Robert R. wife, Mary; sons, Michael at ram is a phenomenal success of Nashville; brothers, James He attended Maple Valley Graveside services were because ofthe tremendous dona­ Fueri, Jr., 63 of Nashville, home, Tony Doty and his wife, passed away Monday, Decem- Perk of Seymour, Tennessee, Powers of Nashville, Glenn High School and graduated in held Monday, November 25 at tions from everyone this year. ber 16, 1991 at his residence. Troy Fueri of Bakersfield, (Ed) Powers of Vermontville, 1971. He has lived in Colorado Riverside Cemetery in Denver, Apologies to anyone who was Colorado. over looked. Mr. Fueri, Jr. was bom on California, Robert Ward Fueri Milton Powers of Shelton, since 1972. Lewis E. Powers___ Business Services Obituaries December 3, 1928 in Detroit and attended schools in Detroit and Nashville. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II attaining the rank of Sergeant. After the war he had his own real estate company. He was an auto mechanic for Rheams Company in Hastings, also he worked for OwensBrockway Glass Company in Charlotte where he was Union vice president. He owned and operated the Total Gas Station in Nashville and the Village Inn Cafe in Nashville. He was on the Nashville Village Coun­ cil for two years, a member of the Nashville Masonic Lodge #255 where he was secretary of the Temple for serveral years; he was a 32nd Degree Mason, belonged to the Charlotte Shrine, and the American Legion Post, Lansing. Mr. Fueri enjoyed reading and watching sports on TV. He marriages to Arloa Sherman and Patricia Weiler ended in divorce. He married Mary Porter on May 25, 1988 in Vermontville. Mr. Fueri is survived by his of Hastings; daughters and sons-in-law, Vicki and Lee Bennett of Neponset, Illinois; Judy and Art Weeks of Sheffield, Illinois, Bonnie Moore of Neponset, Illinois; several grandchildren; mother, Virgie Fueri of Nashville; brothers, Gordon Fueri of Delton, Paul Fueri of Orlando, Florida; sisters, Lois Maurer of Maryville, Tennessee, Janet Garner of Charlotte; mother-in-law, Ann Porter of Hastings; aunt, Helen Ehlke ofLargo, Florida; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert R. Fueri, Sr. in 1980; infant brother and sister James and Virginia. Funeral services were held Thursday, December 19 at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville Masonic Lodge presiding. Full military graveside service were at Lakeview Cemetery with VFW Post 8260, Nashville presiding. Memorial contributions may be made to Michael Fueri Trust Fund. CHOICES Fassett Body Shop • PHONE • (517) - hours - 8 a m'0 5 P-m- M0Khru 726-0319 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml WE CAN MAKE THEM. Richard R. Cobb, owner * Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do-it-yourself • 11/4” pipe 5’ length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks FREEDOM OF THE PRESS GUARANTEED BY THE FIRST AMENDMENT OF THE CONSTITUTION KNOW YOUR RIGHTS... CALL (202) USA-1787 2”-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville The opinions expressed herein do not neccessarily reflect the views of the sponsoring organization. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 24, 1991 — Page 10 Maple Valley improves to 2-1 with 78-55 win Christmas came early for the Maple Valley basketball team. The Lions, who will not play again until Jan. 7, celebrated in style Tuesday night with a 78-55 victory Mike Trowbridge: 14 points in win over Lansing Christian over Lansing Christian. They improved to 2-1 overall with the win. Maple Valley built a 12point cushion by the end of the first quarter, then extended the advantage to 39­ 24 at the half. They then erased all doubt by outscoring Christian 23-12 in the third period. "I was most happy to see everybody score," coach Jerry Reese said of his Lions. "It sends us into the holidays with a good feeling." Maple Valley shot 47 percent from the field and held Christian to an 18 of 52 shooting night. The Lions also hit 13 of 15 free throw attempts. Mike Trowbridge scored 14 points for Maple Valley. Brice Hasselback added 13 points and led the Lion rebounders with eight. Bryan Carpenter and Darrell Stine also reached double figures, scoring 11 and 10, respectively. Chip Reese had rive steals. Brad Rhoda had 17 points for Lansing Christian, which was coming off a victory in the Bath tournament over the weekend. Tim Palmer and Sean Kribs added 14 apiece. Reese said that he hoped that the long layoff the Lions are embarking on does his team some good. Maple Valley had a similar layoff last year, and played sluggishly when it returned to action. "Hopefully we'll have a chance to rest, to get healthy and to get ready for the new year," Reese said. The Lions will play Middleville at home Jan. 7. Correction— John Krolik, vice president of the Maple Valley Board of Education, abstained from voting on the recent raise in substitute teacher pay. It was incorrectly reported in the Dec. 17 issue of the Maple Valley News that the board unanimously approved the measure. Newspapers Real-Life Textbook Newspapers provide teachers and parents with a learning tool that can introduce children to the world around them while improving reading skills. Where else can you find history, social studies, geography, science, economics and more under one convenient cover? Plus, your newspaper is the only up-to-date history text there is! So encourage your child to read 'Wishes Upon a Star' come true in Nashville Lois Elliston surveys the avalanche of presents that poured into the Nashville office of Hastings City Bank in the community's annual "Wish Upon A Star" cam­ paign. Although the drive initially got off to a slow start, a plea for help brought an outpouring of response, resulting in some 130 needy children each receiving three Christmas gifts of choice. Only 30 of 390 stars remained on the tree at Monday's deadline. Elliston and Michele Hoffman, who spearheaded the drive, purchased the remaining star wishes with near­ ly $300 cash donated to the cause. MMMlKHMMNMMMBMllMMMNtfMMMHNMMMMMW! Nashville Boy Scout receives Eagle award Christopher M. Mudry, a Boy Scout of Troop No. 176, United Methodist Church of Nashville, will be recognized with the Eagle Scout rank, the highest scouting achievement, at a troop Court of Honor in the very near future. Achieved by less than three percent of all Boy Scouts, the Eagle rank requires the Scout to earn 21 merit badges and perform a service project that Serving our Country Michael Gusey Pvt. Michael Gusey of Ver­ montville has completed 12 weeks of basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Calif. His parents, Dave and Kathy Gusey and his sister, Tracy, attended his graduation ceremony Dec. 6. He was on leave until Dec. 16, when he returned to California, where he is now stationed at Camp Pendleton. He is a 1991 graduate of Maple Valley High School. benefits the community and demonstrates the Scout’s ability in leadership. 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S Church Ch h Street St t Os Hastings, HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY u.d21 d21 ss cnuRCH cnuRCH st st. . •"STINGS. Ml 49058-1893 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. 120 - No. 22 — Tuesday, December 31, 1991 Nashville Lions Club gives life saving gifts— First Alert smoke and fire detectors were included in 15 of the Community Christmas Baskets distributed in Nashville, thanks to the local Lions Club. This is the second year the Nashville Lions have donated detectors to the local Christmas Basket program. Lion Chip Smith, who is also a Nashville fireman, made the presentation Friday before Christmas to Lois Elliston, chairwoman of the program. Elliston said the detectors were to be included in baskets going to homes where there are children. Smith said that having a smoke detector in one’s home cuts in half the See Lions give, page 5 Nashville Village Council to meet with planning commission Jan. 7 Nashville Lion Chip Smith, a local firefighter, presented Lois Elliston with smoke detectors for inclu­ sion in Community Christmas baskets. by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter In a brief post-Christmas session Thursday, the Nashville Village Council conducted little business other than establishing a date to meet with the village Planning Commission. The idea, aimed at opening lines of communication bet­ ween the two boards, came from Trustee Carol Jones Dwyer. She made the suggestion after President Pro Tern Ted Spoelstra commented on plans for proposed development at Mulberry Fore golf course that could require council action. President Ray Hinckley then said that application for approval would have to start with the Planning Commis- sion, but he added that some applicants have expressed ap­ prehension about approaching the board because of negative decisions rendered in the past. “We need to talk...generally about their role and our role, apart from any pending proposals that may exist,” said Dwyer. “This town needs a master plan so we have a vision where we are going.” Village Clerk Rose Heaton agreed: “The Planning Com­ mission has never understood what their role is. The council needs to say, ‘This is what the Planning Commission ought to be doing.”’ She Stressed the need for good communication between the two boards. Heaton also emphasized the need for a master plan for Nashville so that small im­ provements made year by year can be built upon to ac­ complish “bigger and better things down the road.” The council agreed that a meeting with the Planning Commission would be beneficial, and set a tentative date to coincide with the com­ mission’s regular session Tuesday, Jan. 7. Plans are for the joint discussion to follow the commission's scheduled agenda, which starts at 7 p.m. In other business Thursday, the council continued to debate the ongoing drainage ditch problem at the Carroll Wolff home on Center Court. The drainage tube is rising, causing Wolffs driveway to See Council, Page 6 1991 was a year of "firsts' in Maple Valley area by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter The Maple Valley area shared many “firsts” in the past 12 months. Nashville started 1991 again by claiming the New Year’s Baby title for Barry County. Cody Michael, son of Patrica Litnianski, made his appearance on Jan. 3, to suc­ ceed the 1990 winner, Michael Lee Paisley, son of the Richard Paisleys of rural Nashville. Many “firsts” were ex­ perienced in 1991 at Vermont­ ville’s restored 1898 opera house. When graduation ceremonies for Maplewood sixth-graders were held there in May, it was the first time since 1928 that the historic structure had been the site of a commencement — one of its primary functions in the early days. When Pritchard Produc­ tions of Marshall staged an original Hans Christian Andersen presentation there in January, it was the first professional production in the restored building. A Sunday “Walk Through” in January and a formal dedication in April gave the public an opportunity for a first-hand look at the opera house project, completed with the help of a $25,000 state grant and local donations from governmental units, organiza­ tions and individuals, and countless hours of volunteer labor. A “first” for the Maple Valley schools this past year was the oustanding academic record set by the Class of 1991. A three-way tie for valedictorian was announced when Lisa Long, Ryan Rosin and Tina Yost tied for the honor, each with a 3.99 GPA. Salutatorian Jennifer Swartz came in a close second with 3.97. In addition to 18 members of the class who earned high honors for main­ taining GPAs of 3.5 or better, there 27 others who were recognized with GPAs of 3.0 to 3.49. Also, the 1991 adult educa­ tion graduating class was the largest ever, with 29 students qualifying for diplomas. Commencement was a family affair: among the graduates were mother-son and mother­ daughter duos plus a trio of a wife, husband and his brother. A “first” shared by the combined community is a convenient new recyclables drop site at Carl’s Market. The Nashville Village Council and the non-profit Recycling in Barry County (RiBC) spearheaded the project with the cooperation of Hastings Sanitary Service. Capital outlay of equipment was donated. The $100 monthly The new recyclables drop site located at Carl's Market serves the greater Maple Valley community. Dr. Ozzie Parks, Maple Valley superintendent, talked with Gov. Engler en route to the parish hall. At left rear is State Senator Jack Welborn. haul-away fee is shared equal­ ly by the two villages and three townships whose residents use the facility. So far, organizers rate the ven­ ture a great success. Another “first” in 1991 was the Enhanced 911 Emergency service establish­ ed in Charlotte to encompass Vermontville phone customers as well as those in Nashville until such time as Barry County’s 911 system is operational. Also new for Nashville residents in 1991 was the use ofvoting machines in a village election. The used units were put into action for the first time in the spring election. Something new launched in Nashville in 1991 is the Lakeview Cemetery Memorial Fund aimed at help­ ing the financially strapped cemetery remain an asset to the community. Response has been good. Day in time to get the new Along with “firsts” for superintendent on board for 1991, there also were several the post-holiday reopening of changes in the community. school. Parks replaced Carroll The new year started with the Wolff, who retired in hiring of Dr. Ozzie Parks of December after 28 years of Deckerville to head Maple service. Valley schools. A hitch in a A drastic change in the proposed three-year contract was ironed out on New Year’s See Year in review, page 2 In This Issue • Maple Leaf Grange treats guests to second annual holiday dinner • Spikers look to compete with St. Philip for league title • Football season highlights ’91 sports season • Santa visits Fuller St. School �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 31, 1991 — Page 2 A year in Review , makeup of the Maple Valley Board of Education occurred in 1991. In June, David Tuckey, Beatrice Pino and Bonnie Leep were elected to three seats vacated by trustees who chose not to run. A week later, Board President William Flower stunned fellow officials and spectators at a board meeting by unex­ pectedly announcing his resignation. Flower said he wanted to pursue other in­ terests and felt he was no longer needed on the board to which he was elected in 1987 “in the middle of a big row,” referring to the recall that year of former Board President Dale Ossenheimer Jr. continued from front page Lynn Mengyan, an unsuc­ munity representatives named cessful June candidate for the in January. Those volunteers spent board, was appointed to fill the Flower vacancy; Trustee countless hours reviewing Harold Stewart was named current status of various aspects of Maple Valley’s new president. When Beatrice Pino resign­ operation and compiling ideas ed in September-due-tq er-due-tq ill fOr change. a comprehensive health, Rebecca Eaton, a 1983 mail survey of the community MVHS graduate and 9repent; showed support for school graduate of Cooley' Law improvements. The board now is involved School, was appointed to fill in preliminary bonding steps Pino’s seat. A major concern of the for a $10.45 million project board in recent months has that would add a new middle been the proposed expansion wing to the present junior­ and improvement of present senior high school, make cer­ facilities recommended by the tain improvements there and Building and Site Committee, enlarge and remodel one of 12 branches of a Long Maplewood and Fuller Street Range Planning Committee elementaries. Kellogg School composed of school and com­ would not be touched, but Gov. John Engler took time to chat with Kellogg students during his visit to Nashville. would be used as a Communi­ ty Education center. The pro­ posal also includes a new all­ weather track, probably at the high school location. Among local business changes in 1991 was Ken Lambracht’s sale of his SavWay grocery in Vermontville to Carl Smith and fiance Nicole Aibout of Lansing. He is the grandson of Vermont­ ville native Dorr Granger, who left the community in 1917 to form a successful con­ struction company in Lansing. In the spotlight Gov. John Engler’s May visit to Nashville brought at­ tention to the village, where he said he received “an im­ pressive country welcome.” The governor’s visit was a brief stop en route to a Hastings meeting. Some 40 state, county and local dignitaries were on hand in front of Nashville’s village hall to greet Engler on his ar­ rival. In nearby Central Park, fifth and sixth graders from Kellogg School clustered to get a glimpse of the governor and were rewarded when he spent several minutes chatting with them and signing autographs before retiring to St. Cyril Parish Hall to make a few remarks to the gathered crowd. Another 1991 visitor who praised the small town qualities of Nashville came from Marquette and got his impressions during a breakfast stop at Country Ket­ tle Cafe, where he was served by waitress Kristin Reid. Adam Carl recorded his ex­ perience in a short piece that was published in Michigan Living, official publication of the Auto Club of Michigan. It Several Vermontville graduates recalled early commencements at the Opera House during April's dedication of the restored building (seated, from left) Helen Benedict Steward; Everet Steward, June Hager Stair, (standing) Harold Benedict and Dorothy Faust Stall. INSURANCE Home, Auto., Farm, Business Trumble Agency 726-0580 Stan, Teresa, Kelly and Mary %Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Church Schedules ST. CYRIL VERMONTVILLE CATHOLIC CHURCH BIBLE CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. Mass............ 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:00p.m. REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sun. Night Service . .6 p.m. A.M. Worship........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ .6 p.m. Wednesday Night: Bible Study.......... 6:30 p.m. REV. RICHARD COFFING, PASTOR Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Morn. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 18322651 METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School 10 a.m. Church Service 11 a.m. REV. BOB KERSTEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship ...... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ...... 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship .. .6 p.m. PASTOR KENNETH R. VAUGHT PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School.. 10:00 a.m. Worship...... 11:00 a.m. After School Special ...... Wed., 4 p.m. Pastor James C. Noggle OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .......9:30 a.m. Sun. School .... 11:00 a.m. Bible StudyThurs. 7:30 p.m. NASHVILLE PASTOR JAMES NOGGLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School ......... 9:45 A.M. Service ..... 11 P.M. Service ...... ..7 Wed. Service...... ..7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 803 Reed St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School... 10:15 a.m. Sunday School .. .9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship..............7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .......... 7 REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. BOB KERSTEN REV. ALAN METTLER 301 Fuller St., Nashville zebra chase.” Photograpahers from area newspapers and TV stations gathered south of town in an attempt to capture on film an elusive young zebra who had escaped from tem­ porary quarters at Justin Car­ riage Works. Brought from Indiana en route to a Penn- Continued on next page— Hot air balloon passengers eagerly awaited their turn to board for tethered rides offered Fourth of July weekend at Mulberry Fore golf course. QUIMBY UNITED Sunday School ...... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship......6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meetin 7 p.m. Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways appeared in the magazine’s Postcard section in which contributors receive $75 for 200 words or less published about their visits to interesting out-of-the-way spots in the state. Limelight of another sort fell on the village in September during the “great MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (16 mi. East of M-66, 5 mi south of Nashville) Sunday School ..... 10 a.m. A.M. Service .......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ............. 6 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..11 a.m. Church School ...... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. TOD CLARK INDEPENDENT CHURCH of CHRIST Meeting behind River Bend Travel Agency, State St. MINISTER: JIM SANDUSKY Phone 945-2026 P.O. Box 558, Hastings, Ml 49058 Sunday Services: 9: 30 a.m.. ...Bible School 10: 30 a.m Morn. Worship 6: 30 p.m... Evening Worship Bible Study: 7: 00 p.m Thursday �From previous page— turned into Operation Desert Storm. U.S. troops had been deployed to Saudi Arabia following Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait on Aug. 2, 1990. Old Glory adorned windows and torches, yellow ribbons girded trees and posts in an out­ pouring ofpatriotism and con­ cern for U.S. troops in the war zone. A fierce U.S.-led Allied air attack against Iraq began on Jan. 16, followed on Feb. 23 by a short-lived ground offensive. Four days later President George Bush suspended offensive operations. Most of the world watched War and peace the war on TV. Many area The year 1991 will bring residents who had close ties to memories of the Persian Gulf those in Middle East service War to many Maple Valley banded together in support residents who had loved ones groups. One such organiza­ serving in the Middle East tion was formed at the Thorwhen Operation Desert Shield napple Valley VFW Post in. sylvania auction, the animal took a 50-hour tour of Maple Grove Township pursued by Barry County Animal Control officers and Sheriffs deputies on horseback, on foot and in patrol cars. The zebra’s owner, Paul Ressler of Vermont, came to Michigan in an attempt to help corral the animal. A tran­ quilizer fired from a dart gun by a county officer finally brought down the zebra, but several days later the animal died. The cause was believed to be Eastern equine encephalitis. Nashville to help alleviate stress and uncertainly for families ofmilitary personnel. Local students showed con­ cern by sending letters, valen­ tines and packages to U.S. troops. When the soldiers returned, the children were on the receiving end for many of the service people visited classrooms to share their war stories. U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Tim Higdon, a 1986 MVHS grad, returned to his former fifthgrade classroom at Kellogg School to tell youngsters of his experiences during nearly six months of duty in the war zone. Higdon’s unit moved to within 150 miles of Baghdad in the ground offensive. For a long period prior to their advance into enemy territory, the 3rd Armored Cavalry to which Higdon was attached, was the northernmost unit sta- Saying "Yes!" to Michigan maple syrup at Vermontville's 1991 festival are longtime producers Joyce and Amos Haigh. ■ 1040 U $. Indtriduel tncooeT|i Ratwp The Desert Storm theme was evident in this senior class float in the 1991 Homecoming parade. tioned in Saudi Arabia. At Maplewood school an April party welcomed home two local Desert Storm veterans: E-4 Scott Flower and Spec. E-4 Wally Wood­ man. Flower’s unit entered Iraq during the ground war; Woodman, an MP, was there to pick up Iraqi soldiers who were surrendering in droves. Woodman said most appeared to be “basically happy” to be taken as prisoners of war. Visiting his third-grade pen pals at Fuller Elementary was E-5 Gary McCallum, who served aboard the aircraft car­ rier USS John F. Kennedy sta­ tioned in the Red Sea. Government, of and by the people... In a June election, Maple Valley voters agreed to over­ ride Michigan’s so-called “Headlee Amendment,” ef­ fectively keeping $52,000 that otherwise would have been lost in the school’s $6 million the slightly more than two 1991-92 budget. hours work on the The Nashville Village 65,000-gallon tank was Council also had to do some necessitated by “wind fancy financial footwork in a damage.” The insurance complex maneuver to comply company later offered a with Headlee, which man­ $1,800 compromise settle­ dates that millage rates be ment that would leave the rolled back if property village holding the bag for assessments increase more $3,000. than the annual rate of Other woes plaguing Ver­ inflation. montville officials in 1991 The local Headlee problems concerned cable service pro­ arose after a professional vided to the village by Triadreappraaisal in 1990 of CATV. In May the council Castleton Township proper­ had to put pressure on the ties caused Nashville Marshall-based firm to collect assessments to soar an past due rent owed the village average of more than 18 per­ for use of its water tower for cent while the annual rate of placement of Triad’s satellite inflation increased only 5.4 dish. By October, Vermont­ percent. ville cable subscribers were Vermontville wrestled in complaining of “sub­ March with a disputed $4,800 standard” service from Triad. in Water tower repairs that the Soon after that, it was learned village had expected would be the firm had filed a bankruptpaid by their insurer, after the repair company indicated that See Year in Review, page 6 Trim your taxes with an IRA Opening or adding to an IRA is still a smart tax move for most people. And it makes sense for everyone who's concerned about financial security. Call or stop in today and discover all the benefits of our IRAs. Eaton Federal Bank FDIC FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-28-11 INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday'-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 31. 1991 — Page 4 Memories of the Past Deaths, accidents mar the holiday spirit back in 1926 by Susan Hinckley Reports of holiday gather­ ings interested Nashville readers 65 years ago. The festive spirit was tempered, however, by news that a longtime village employee had passed away the day after Christmas. Five days earlier, death had claim­ ed Nashville’s oldest resident, a 97-year-old woman. Several accidental injuries also caused suffering that season. Accounts of these and other stories of the day appeared in The Nashville News issue of Dec. 30, 1926: Lays down working tools of life It is with a strange feeling of sadness that we chroncile the passing of William Woodard Sr., who for a continuous period of nearly 30 years had held the office of street com­ missioner of the village of Nashville. It will only be as the years pass by that the people of Nashville will fully realize the integrity and faithfulness of this man. The storms of the seasons and the inclemency of the weather held no fear for him —. he had responsibilities, and he fulfilled every one ofthem, and almost to the very last. During these long years of service, it must be said that he has not escaped hasty words of censure for the manner in which he performed some of the tasks he had in hand, yet we can truthfully say that the majority of these unjust criticisms came not from the sound-thinking mind. He has gone, but his memory will dwell with us for many and many a year. God bless him, and may his reward be rich. Death came Sunday evening at about six o’clock, after a lingering illness of several months. He was 83 years, 9 months and 20 days of age. Mr. Woodard was bom in the state of New York, where he grew to manhood, and in the year 1875 was married to Miss Sarah Crout, also a resi­ dent of that state. The family came to Cemetery. Rev. A. L. Michigan and settled in Bingaman conducted the Nashville in 1878. To this services. union were bom five children, Local News three sons and two daughters, — Commencing next Mon­ all of whom survive. For the past 35 years, he day the Nashville post office lived in the house where he will close at 6 o’clock each died, a fine little home just evening. south of the outskirts of the Postmaster Surine informs us that this is in conformity to village. About 10 years after mov­ an order issued by the post of­ fice department at Washington ing to Nashville, the mother D.C. as no mail arrives in was taken from the home, but Mr. Woodard kept his splen­ Nashville each day after 4:30 did family together. He p.m. This will not mean a always considered no sacrifice disadvantage to anyone, as the too great for the comfort of factory employees can get their mail on their way home his loved ones. The children are Miss Fan­ after the factory shuts down at nie, who has remained 5 o’clock. faithfully with her father (Note: The writer here ob­ throughout all these many viously refers to the Lentz years, taking upon herself the Table factory which was then duties of of mother mother and and Nashville’s largest employer, homemaker; Mrs. Charles hiring 100 workers at its Ayers is the other daughter. peak.) The sons are Edward and John — Dr. Louis A. Brunsting, of this place, and William, who practiced his profession living at Vermontville. in Nashville a few months The funeral was held about a year ago, is now Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 junior consultant in his depart­ o’clock from the Evangelical ment of the Mayo Bros.’ Church, with interment in the Clinic at Rochester, Minn. He family lot in Lakeview is getting along in fine shape, Cemetery. and likes his work very much. — Nashville business Mrs. Matilda R. Brice goes places were closed Wednesto golden reward day afternoon during the Mrs. Matilda R. Brice, funeral of William Woodard Nashville’s oldest citizen, Sr. passed away at the home of — Porter Kinne is laid up her daughter, Mrs. W. P. Jar- with a badly bruised foot, as rard, on East Sherman Street, the result of dropping a stove on Tuesday of last week at the on it Tuesday. No bones were advanced age of 97 years, 10 broken, but it will be a few months and 5 days. days before Porter is able to Mrs. Brice was a resident of navigate again. Maple Grove Township for a — Howard Sprague was great many years, having home from the Roosevelt come to Michigan from the Hospital the latter part of last state ofOhio in the year 1862, week. and settled on the farm where — The Nashville Ice Yacht ; she lived until her health com­ Club has one boat erected and menced to fail her, since several of the members were which time she has made her at Thomapple Lake Saturday home with her only daughter. and Sunday enjoying the Her husband died in the year sport. They are contemplating 1887, and the son, Thomas their second boat, and hope to S., passed away several years have it on the lake within a ago. few days. The funeral was held from — The Rev. and Mrs. Mar­ the Jarrard home Sunday shall were somewhat surpris­ afternoon at two o’clock, and ed Christmas morning when interment was made in the their children came home to family lot in Lakeview spend the day. The dinner was 9 8 *! 8 till Lwn tuu OLHIV « I ■ t l I f.iH cutSourrat LL h e f x°xry WOUld exPerience no disadvantage from the a 6 OONashv,lle s.P°st ofJice in December 1926. The office would close at at at 6.00 each evening, an hour after the factory shut down for the day, allowinq orkers topick up their mail on the wway Lay thhome. ZoS mte. IIn tn its he heyday tyhday Lentz employed as "Z Ar ” " * P'Qnt On Le"tZ Street' the Michigan Central RR officials agreed to a signal stop of the 6:10 train at Nashville on Sunday evenings. The change was implemented in December 1926 in response to a local petition. Among those benefitting from the new service would be college students returning to school after a weekend visit with the home folks. An eastbound train arriving at Nashville's MCRR station in seen in this 1909 photo. furnished pot-luck style, each furnishing one article, enough to go around, and all paid for the chicken. There were 34 present for Christmas dinner. — Ed Surine was given a genuine surprise party Tues­ day, which was his 80th birth­ day. His brother, William Surine, and daughter Clara of Vermontville, also Mrs. Lillie Taylor and family of Kalamo came with a birthday dinner and spent the day very -pleasantly at the Surine home. — The petition asking the officials ofthe Michigan Cen­ tral Railroad Company to per­ mit train 110, which passes through Nashville at 6:10 p.m, to stop on signal Sunday evenings, has been favorably acted, on by the railroad authorities. Hereafter, the train will stop here on Sunday evenings when signaled. The train made its first stop last Sunday evening. This courtesy will be greatly ap­ preciated by our residents who have occasion to return to their school work, after spen­ ding the weekend with the home folks. — Mrs. Laurence Maurer of Maple Grove met with a very painful and serious acci­ dent at her home last Wednes­ day forenoon. Mrs. Maurer was doing her washing and mad started down into the basement with a boiler of hot water when in some manner she dropped the boiler, spill­ ing the contents over herself. The right side ofher body was severely burned. Dr. E. T. Morris was summoned, and when he arrived he found Mrs. Maurer’s bums were so serious that it was necessary to take her to the Pennock Hospital at Hastings. Mrs. Maurer is getting along nice­ ly, but she will be compelled to remain in the hospital for several days. — Kenneth Norton, who is employed by the Maytag Company in Illinois, is spen­ ding the holidays with his parents in Barryville. — Miss Gladys Remington ofthe News force is taking her holiday vacation and is enter­ taining an unfriendly wisdom tooth. — Max Miller has accepted the position as freight clerk and takes the place of Fay Green, who has moved to Hastings to assume his new duties as undersheriff. • — Mrs. J. R. Wotring sent a 50-lb. box of choice apples here at Vermontville, has a to J. L. Wotring of Wenat­ good position as manager of chee, Wash., for Christmas. Christian Breisch Co.’s — (Martin Comers) A elevator on Michigan Ave., pleasant time was enjoyed Lansing. with lots to eat at the — (Marble Comers) The Christmas dinner at the Christmas tree and exercises schoolhouse Friday, along at the Feighner School were with a Christmas program by well attended and all report a the children and Christmas fine time. tree in the afternoon. — (Quailtrap) The — (Barnes District) Glenn Quailtrap School is having a Nesman of Bay City is spen­ vacation this week. Miss Kinding some time with the home nie is spending the week at folks. He says that his new home. son, Edgar Glenn, bom Dec. — (Northeast Castleton) 24. is a fine youngster. His The Christmas program at the wife and children are in Lans­ Hosmer School Friday even­ ing with her mother, Mrs. ing was well attended. One Rosetta Mead. could see that every effort was — (Southwest Maple put forth by our teachers and Grove) A fine program was scholars. It was a big success. given by the pupils of the — (North Kalamo) The Dunham School Thursday Cottrell families enjoyed an evening, after which Santa oyster supper and tree at the and the fairies unloaded the home of Galen Cottrell tree of its many gifts and Christmas evening. distributed them to the many — (Kalamo) Eaton County people present. officers have found no clues — (Northeast Castleton) that would lead to the identity Dr. Orville Mater, who has of the robbers who broke into been quite sick with the flu for the general store at Kalamo the past week, is slowly on the about midnight Sunday and gain. stole about $200 in cash.. .The — (North Castleton) About store is owned by Floyd 25 skaters on Mud Lake Sun­- Ripley and managed by day were having ajoyful time. Shirley Southern. Entrance — (Southwest Maple was gained through the front Grove) Miss Fem Cole has door, which was pried open. been quarantined with measles The dial of the safe was the past week. broken off and the door was — (Barryville) The blown open. The inner door Christmas exercises were was chiseled open and the largely attended at the church cash was taken. Friday evening, Elmer Gillett — (North Castleton) Com and Floyd Nesbit securing a huskers were at Homer beautiful Christmas tree. The Rowlader’s Monday. children’s cantata, “A Make— (Maple Grove Center) Believe Santa,” was enjoyed Ed Hoffman and Orville by all.. DeBolt attended the pageant — (Morgan) While helping Sunday evening at Maple with the evening chores SaturSatur­ Street M.E. Church, Battle day, Mrs. Sophia Mead trip- Creek. ped over a board and nearly — (Kalamo) Very nice fractured a rib. Christmas exercises were — (Kalamo) Burl Wills has given Thursday evening at the purchased a farm near Swift and South Kalamo Hastings and expecs expects toomove move schools, schools, with with trees trees and and Santa asngsan there in the spring...It is Claus at each place The reported that Andrew Barlond teachers, Mrs. Elmer Curtis has traded his farm for pro- and Miss Ruby Clay, respec­ perty near Charlotte. tively, appreciated the splen— (Northwest Kalamo) did attendance. The Collins children are ames District) src C.. J.. — (Bames recovering from the scarlet Hatch was unable to spend fever. Christmas day with his wife, — (Castleton Center) Con- at Mr.. and Mrs. Wayne gratulations are in order for Long’s . in Woodland. He was Sterling Bahs and Miss Ruth able to leave his sick horse Shaffer, who were married just long enough to eat dinner Christmas Day. with Mr. and Mrs. Charles — (South Vermontville) Betts in Nashville. Wilford Price of Lansing,* who worked for the elevator �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 31, 1991 — Page 5 Maple Leaf Grange treats guests at second annual holiday dinner by Susan Hinckley StaffWriter Turnout was low, but spirits were high at the second annual Maple Leaf Grange Com­ munity Christmas dinner Wednesday. “It is so much nicer to have people be together on Christmas,” said Grange Master Ann Schantz, as she welcomed guests to the event, held at the Grange Hall, southwest of Nashville. Initiated last year, the gathering is designed to pro­ vide a traditional holiday meal and an afternoon of compa- VV nionship for any community resident who otherwise would be alone on Christmas. Attendance of about 20 was less than expected, but organizers hope the idea will grow. Guests need only to show up, or call for transporation if needed, to enjoy the free meal. “It’s hard to know how many to plan on,” said Schantz, but she is not discouraged in her goal of making the Christmas Day dinner a yearly event at the Grange. “We would like to keep it going if at all possible.” The Maple Leaf Grange recently earned an award from the state organization for its outstanding record of com­ munity service projects. Assisting Schantz in prepar­ ing and serving the meal were Lora Babcock and Joyce Noteboom. Grange members furnished food for the holiday feast, which featured both turkey and ham, along with tradi­ tional trimmings. Gayle Greenman donated the turkeys, said Schantz, and Sharon Bishop made a cash donation to the program in memory of longtime Grange member Harold Christiansen, who passed away last August. Those responsible for preparing and serving the Christmas dinner at the Maple Leaf Grange were, from left. Grange Master Ann Schantz, Lora Babcock and Joyce Noteboom. Elaine Doxsie of Grand Ledge provided lively musical entertainment on her accordian before and after the din­ ner, offering a variety of old­ time favorites and seasonal tunes. Guests joined in singing along on Christmas carols and other selections. “This is a lot better than having all these older people alone on Christmas Day,” noted Schantz. RlV Vk^ ^***»llkL. 1 TOOLS Air compressors, air tools, air accessories, socket sets, power tools, auto equipment, body tools, woodworking equipment, tool boxes and cabinets, drill press and ac­ cessories, vises, fans.. 3 Mile'S North of 1-96 on M-66 Ionia, Ml « 616-527-2724 We Wish You A »b Happy ’92 Thanks for your patronage, leasure to be of service. Family Florist IB n 1 MAIN, NASHVILLE 852-2050 '* taWHm ■tetwfeis * >i*k«tnsK ” fffiiniiats it Ma reHHatndi Lively musical entertainment was furnished by Elaine Doxsie of Grand Ledge on the accordion. Kt heiGfatad ki(¥ia» tr -Malate 0 gnihttiiE ■ a liflBItKI it> tanKifc lit MS3®- m v i rt '■’■■■ rk !fb x Jjriflido!® BB5s -«- j■ £»«« < *{{ ! IB • ’ , h fctf*,*' It adt dtf r' WITH WARM WISHES May the New Year bring happiness and content­ ment to your entireflock. Many kind thanks for your continued support. Toni’s Style Shop 111 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE 852-9192 Our Hours 8:00-4:00 Walk-ins Welcome After 4:00 p.m. by Appointment Only ^•*jj -(MO*1® nt H ii*> *!* &*f, ilfl,f f NS*; S*;; 5; ,jp'0 * j*#; #; 4 J**‘*»5jJ 4J**5 r -v{ Oodd^ fl^^rjr lkrjr OfllkJ New Hours Effective January 1 We will be Opened 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Friday We wish you a very happy '92. Thanks for your patronage. It's our pleasure to be ofservice. The Ole Cookstove FAMILY RESTAURANT 174 South Main. Vermontville - akirjpr / W/ **’> r I f Phone 517-726-1144 Come and dine — you will not go away hungry! Guests enjoyed a traditional holiday meal with all the trimmings. Lions offer gifts, risk of dying in a house fire. Nashville Christmas Baskets for registered needy families were packed by volunteers Friday evening and distributed on Saturday before the holiday. Elliston said 79 families, in­ cluding 140 children, were served in the 1991 program. The “Wish Upon A Star” campaign to grant three gifts of choice to each child was successful. “All wishes were met,” reported Elliston. Cash donations covered Eaton 4-H Advisory Council to meet - MAPLE VALLEY H.S. CAFETERIA Wishing you peace, prosperity and joy in the approaching year. from front page- purchase of food and gifts for several families who were late in registering for the program. STYLES-RUS 224 Main, Nashville • Tuesday thru Friday • Walk-ins Welcome _____ Phone 852-1757 • STANTON'S M)UCTIOH€€RS g rcaltorsB SYLVIA HOEVE (517)726-0181 144 SOUTH Nhllt STCCCT UaMOrtTMIUE. MICHiCAn 49096 L “BH.VJfiR[ twsHMiue (517) 852-1717 *2 bedroom, 2 bath doublewide located on 4 lots — some woods ‘large garage. Great location! (N-82) The Eaton County 4-H Ad­ visory Council meeting will be Monday, Jan. 6, at 7:30 p.m. in Kardel Hall on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Election of 1992 officers, voting on the 1992 fair theme, and planning for upcoming 4-H events will be agenda items. Each 4-H club should have an adult and youth repesentative present. ■aaiaiiiaiaiiiaaBiiaaaaiiiiii - Maple Valley Athletic Boosters E f BINGO Our Hopes For NewVear ewear Are Soaring! I *3 bedroom, 1 '/a both home with first floor laundry, new deck, garage, satellite dish ‘Nice home for $38,900 (N-84) ‘Only $34,500 for this 3-4 bedroom home with a first floor laundry ‘2 car garage (N-83) ‘Thornapple Lake! ‘Newly remodeled, 2 baths, screened porch ‘Sandy beach! (M-39) — WE HAVE HAD LOTS OF RECENT SALES — PLEASE CALL US IF YOU ARE THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY. Joe & Marge Andrews 852-0712 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 323-9536 Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathy Hansbarger 852-2280 Marty Martin 566-8526 Bob Gardner 726-0331 Dan Smith 852-2059 £ ^THURSDAY • 6:15 P.M.J 5 Doors Open 5:30 • Early Birds 6:00 * iiiiiiiiniii.siiaiiiiiiiiiBAas SUCCESSFULLY SERVING MICHIGAN �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 31, 1991 — Page 6 A Year in Review, continued from page 3 Lion pride was evident throughout the Maple Valley Tony Wawiernia home in Vermontville. $10,000 “seed money” cy petition in federal court. Most recently, village of­ allocated from its street ficials have talked with department budget. The first representatives of Americable phase was completed in International, and are hoping September, when three blocks that firm will take over of sidewalk on the north side Triad’s operation once the of Sherman Street were replaced. Homeowners will case is settled. In Nashville, the m^jor pro­ pay half the cost of replacing ject for 1991 was the start of walks abutting their its new sidewalk replacement properties. Vermontville in April plan that proposes to replace faulty walks throughout town adopted an incentive for new in a systematic annual pro­ businesses in town by granting gram funded by nearly owners a break on sewer and Having trouble getting to us? Classes Scheduled at: Lansing Lakewood High School Community Enroll Jan. 2, from 7-8 p.m. College Maple Valley High School Learning Enroll at Charlotte Centers High School Jan. 2, from 5-7 p.m. Special Telephone Registration for returning students enrolling in off-campus The classes Jan. 2-3. See the LCC. Continuing Schedule Book for details. Education Telephone registration number is O ffice (517)363-2222 ?A ffiAn teiqu al otipportullnity, (,517)483-1860 g We ’LL COME TO YOU! community, as seen at the water service rates for the first year of operation, after which regular rates will be charged. Faces in the news... Kent Mead, Nashville’s one-man recycler, was in the news in 1991. Mead, who personally collects nearly two tons of corrugated cardboard each month in Nashville on his three-wheeled Schwinn, caught the public’s attention in July when it became known that his fund-raising operation for Cerebral Palsy Sports was in trouble due to costs ofhaul­ ing the cardboard to a Mid­ dleville recycler.' Mead was bailed out of his dilemma in August when Carl’s Market offered him free use of the store’s box baler, with the cardboard to be hauled away by Spartan Corp, and Carl’s giving Mead $100 annually for Cerebral Palsy Sports. Other local benefactors followed suit, bringing the total to more than $200, the approximate sum Mead had been earning yearly for the charity. Phil LaFleur of Vermont­ ville set an example for students when he retired in September as Maplewood Elementary janitor after 18 years service. In all that time he had missed only one day of work — and that was a “snow day” when school was called off because of bad weather. David Doozan, Maplewood principal for six years, resign­ ed in August to accept a Thank You... Community-wide garage sales proved to be popular attractions. similar post at Woodland for Let the good times roll... longtime syrup producers on the Lakewood School Record crowds streamed to the family’s centennial farm District. His letter of resigna­ Vermontville’s annual Maple southwest of Nashville, were tion to the Maple Valley Syrup Festival in April. honored citizens. Some pro­ school board sparked a discus­ MVHS junior Holli Hale ducers reported the “biggest sion because Doozan noted reigned as 1991 Syrup Queen; and best” syrup season ever. that at Maplewood he felt he Albert and Mary Bell, Continued on page 8 had been “spread too thin to be effective.” School officials acknowledged the heavy workload on local ad­ ministrators. Doozan’s post remained vacant until November when it was filled by Jeannie Putnam of East Continued from front page— Grand Rapids. Jacob West, a heave and rainwater to stand by the municipal storm sewer tracheostomy-dependent in the ditch. system found in the older 5-year-old, continued to cap­ Initially, drainage tubes in parts of the village. ture the hearts of the Maple Fuller Heights were installed Heaton said she has con­ Valley community in 1991. by contractors who built tacted John Ryan, agent for He and his mother, Lori homes in the subdivision, but the village insurer, to see if West, appeared before the in 1984 the village replaced a the policy covers any potential Board of Education to plead malfunctioning tube in front liablity in the matter. She said his case for a medical aide to of Wolffs home although Ryan asked her to send him a accompany him to school drainage tubes for all other complete report on the matter when he started classes at properties in the development and said he would forward the Fuller Elementary in the fall. generally have been the information to the company’s The board was sympathetic, responsibility of the legal department. but unable to hire a qualified homeowners. Hinckley reported earlier applicant for the job in time Trustee Richard Chaffee Jr. this month that proposed for the August deadline. A said he had looked into the repairs on the Wolff drain registered nurse who had been history of the situation as well would cost the village an a primary care provider for as the proposal that the Dep- estimated $995. the boy at home was approved tartment of Public Works Heaton said, “I hate to see as a temporary solution to the replace the tube. us do it again. We’re not situation. “Unless you do a major engineers and if it breaks (a Volunteers who helped overhaul, it is not going to second time) we will be up finish Nashville’s second work because the ditch is not there again.” Habitat for Humanity house deep enough,” said Chaffee. Also Thursday, the council became faces in the news. “You would have to go in and retroactively approved a Some were members of a do the whole length (of the Christmas bonus for all Habitat work camp traveling ditch along Center Court).” village employees. The across the USA to help con­ Chaffee suggested im­ bonuses are the same amount struct or renovate interest-free provements might be made by as last year, $25 for each homes for qualified lowanchoring the tube or by regular full-time employee income families. They were in replacing the exisiting metal and $12.50 for two part-time Nashville in August for a tube with one made of police officers, and are in the week-long work blitz capped cement. form of scrip to be spent at by dedication ofthe renovated Fuller Heights is not served local businesses. house at 517 N. State St. Council to meet with planning commission Thank You ...for your patronage this past year. We hope to continue to serve you in 1992. for your continued patronage. Serving you is our pleasure! Thelma Christopher, Betty Pierce and Mary Hecker. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, BuSineSS and Car 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852*9680 ______ (Tuto-Ownersinsurance ■» Tk^NoProf^e/mPuipPe,'' Nancy and Laurie Nancy’s Beauty Shop 157 S. Main Street, Vermontville Phone 726-0330 �Ninety-six seniors received diplomas in ceremonies at Fuller Street field in June. The Class of ’91 set several academic records. From previous page— Nashville’s Harvest Festival came off successfully in August, despite a slow organizational start due to lack of volunteers. The festival was held in conjunc­ tion with the annual Muzzleloaders* Rendezvous, a living history encampment that draws hundreds of spec­ tators to the old Riverside athletic field. A brief but heavy thunderstorm that struck shortly after 2 p.m. Saturday forced street vendors to hurriedly take cover, but most activities continued as scheduled. Vermontville’s Chamber of Commerce sponsored its an­ nual community garage sales and street dance on Harvest Festival Saturday. Nashville’s annual community garage sales were held in June, and all attracted plenty of attention. Hot air balloons played a big role in the Maple Valley community in 1991. 91. In a PTO-sponsored “Lighter Than Air Day” at Maplewood school in May, Principal David Doozan found himself an unexpected passenger in a balloon that lifted off from the school grounds. The surprise ride came as a gift from Aaron Patrick (21) looks for a hole as teammate Jeremy Reynolds attempts to throw a block in the post-season playoff game with Ovid-Elsie. Continued on next page— !***•» »* i**'ffc* t*oi‘ >,w wT ,a®.toei ’a®. '/Special W Olympics Ol 7^ Special Olympics ij^Wtohi ^SWlljisjf SWlljisjf Special Olympics •J **M ?to U>tni& *Z fkc-wkRZ8i "> “When you participate everybody wins” . U0 waiiis! ** toffi. tk> taMUttB i i i s ft i iW mei'iik ■ • hbwi BIB fesa istei® ?>■ MfflljF*1 lit QbbIkH to is#® !1 ■ Prell Shamptx) 15 oz. a t took*0 «’ iHaQkk «»i^ii«^ IB a i jdCsaBi5"1 li Select Formulas Pantene Shampoo or Conditioner 7 oz. et tols® CD’s Maturing?... Stock Market Blues?... YOU CAN EARN OQ« W4Z A QZZO GUARANTEED 1 FULL YEAR * High Renewal Rates *‘Tax Deferred Growth *10% Free Withdrawal Each Year * Guarantee Acct. Value * No Probate * No Front End Loads or Fees Stanley Trumble 726-0580 TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 S. 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Deordorant Oil of Olay Daily IIV Protective Fluids 3.5 oz. $5.29 219 Main St., Nashville Ph. 852-0845 122691 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 31, 1991 — Page 8 Year in Review from page 7— students who collected the price of the fare. Other highlights of the day included parachutists and a helicopter that gave rides to all sixth­ graders as a PTO gift in honor of their upcoming graduation from elementary school. A hot air balloon from Hastings Balloon Port was a regular feature throughout the summer and fall at Nashville’s Mulberry Fore golf course where scheduled rides were launched as weather permit­ ted. Fourth of July weekend provided a special treat when tethered rides in the balloon gave potential high-flight passengers a taste of adventure. Patriotism was stirred in the community with a pre-Fourth ofJuly musicale staged by the Nashville Baptist €hoir. Capacity audiences packed the church for two consecutive nights to witness the spec­ tacular salute to America. A fund-raiser in August provided plenty of entertain­ ment for bargain hunters. A team of Stanton’s auctioneers operating simultaneously was needed to dispose of the over­ whelming quantity of goods donated for the Nashville United Methodist benefit auc- Maple Valley's High School marching band was a crowd-pleaser in the 1991 Homecoming parade. tion. Over $6,000 was raised pointer as time was running outstanding performance of the “extremely young” high to help finish the new church out. school band. ...to the MV Lions football addition. ...to MVHS senior Chris team who won the “Little Congratulations... ...to the MV Lion eagers Brown Jug” game with Mudry for attaining the rank who tied with Pennfield for Bellevue for the 11th con­ of Eagle Scout, the top rung in Boy Scouting, achieved on an the 1991 SMAA league cham­ secutive year and at the same time ensured their second average nationwide by only pionship by defeating Olivet. straight SMAA title, the third one in 100 Scouts. Mudry Just 72 hours later the Lions earned his rank in part by again met Olivet in the first in the past four seasons. They making improvements at the round of district basketball went into the Class CC school forest in Baltimore play at Kalamazoo, but lost playoff game with Ovid-Elsie the match 66-63 when Troy with a 9-0 season, and 22 con­ Township. ...to Vivian Connor of Thayer dropped in a three- secutive regular season wins, Nashville, a 16-yearbut lost the opener, 7-3. employee ofthe Dept, of State .. .to the Maple Valley High $ School Band for winning whose cost-cutting suggestion V.F.W Post 8260, Nashville, Mich. for the department saved awards in two fall exhibitions, — NEW YEAR'S EVE — Michigan a total of $139,557 one for “Best Crowd during the first year of its im­ Response” and the other, a Division I trophy in competi­ plementation and earned her a $1,300 award. tion sponsored by the Dec. 31 st • Tuesday We shall miss you... Michigan School Band and Death claimed two of Orchestra Association. After Members & Guests $8.00 per person Nashville’s most dedicated losing 26 senior band Party Favors & Meal Included volunteers in 1991, leaving members at graduation in Make Your Reservations Early the community with a void June, Director Dennis that will be hard to fill. _ 852-9260 Vanderhoef said he had been Harold Christiansen, a pleasantly surprised by the quiet, unassuming man whose longtime volunteerism had earned him the unofficial title MEMBERS OF BARRYof “Mr. Nashville,” died in EATON BOARD OF REALTORS August, three weeks short of & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE his 88th birthday. A former Nashville president for seven years, Christiansen also had 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE been very active in the Nashville Maple Syrup Phone (517) 852-1915 Association, the Maple Leaf or Phone 852-1916 Grange and the Nashville Broker Homer Winegar, GRI Lions Club; was a longtime (Graduate Realtors Institute) JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR Eves. 726-0223 volunteer caretaker of village EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES DON STEINBRECHER........ ......... 852-1784 parks, and personally under­ • Multiple Listing GARRY KNOLL................... Eves. 852-0786 took the replanting of new Service (MLS) JERI BAKER ......................... ......... 726-1171 HMS • Home Warranty Available TIM BURD trees to replace Nashville’s ......... 852-2012 stately dying maples. He lov­ ed to garden, sharing the bounty of his labor with others. In May he had been honored by the local Lions Club for his numerous con­ tributions to the community. Geneva Brumm, 86, who died in October, was eulogiz­ ed as “one who was never NASHVILLE: Corner lot, 7 NASHVILLE • ON S ACRES! 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(H-397) ■ PRICE REDUCED!! POND & WOODS S. OF NASHVILLE - EXTRA HASTINGS - NEW LISTING! Thank You 40 ACRES $28,000!! Bellevue: 3 bedroom house plus farm buildings. LAND CONTRACT TERMS!! 15 miles to Battle Creek — 30 miles to Lansing. The "extra" 40 acres has been perk tested for septic. (F-384) Great building sites for walk-out basement or on a hill. Located on blacktop road. Land contract terms. Call Don. Listed at $21,900! (VL-247) NEAR VERMONTVILLE ACRE PARCEL Blacktop road. Land contract terms. (VL-359) 10 24 ACRES IN VILLAGE LIMITS. Blacktop road — land contract terms. (VL-359) BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment LEE’S TV REPAIR SERVICE IN VERMONT­ VILLE. is now open. Phone 517-726-1379. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. Wanted WOULD LIKE TO SHARE A RIDE-or drive your car to Flordia. Excellent driver. Call Cathy 945-4010 days or 795-9090 evenings. Adult education graduates at MVHS included three family sets, one of which was Kathy Horn (left) and her mother, Joyce Reid. years as Castleton Township Treasurer. She also served many years as treasurer of the Nashville fire and ambulance departments; kept books for the Nashville Maple Syrup Association and the Nashville United Way; played an active role in organizing Nashville’s centennial celebration in 1969; and had been active in the Nashville Chamber of Commerce, and volunteered as “phone person’-’ for the Nashville Lions Club, of which her husband, Nelson, is a longtime member. Police and fire news... The vandalism of Vermont­ ville’s historic Congregational Church in October startled and disturbed the community. Someone entered the church basement at night and did ex­ tensive damage in the Griswold Room, but the main floor sanctuary was spared. Police believed there was a connection to an unknown male subject who entered the nearby Jim Mater residence later the same night. The man fled the home when con­ fronted by Mr. Mater, who had been roused from sleep by the sounds of the 2 a.m. break-in. In October at Nashville, four children escaped a house fire caused by a 5-year-old boy playing with a cigarette lighter in an upstairs bedroom ofthe home at 509 Durkee St. An explosion and fire at Eunice Priddy’s art studio on Barryville Road, west of Nashville, leveled the struc­ ture and sent her 67-year-old husband, Lloyd, to the hospital with third-degree bums to his hands and face. A leaking propane gas line line leading to a heater in the building was blamed. The Priddy’s adjacent home escaped injury as did Mrs. Priddy, who was inside the house when the explosion oc­ curred. Her husband had gone to the studio to get at apple for his wife who was confined to a wheelchair after breaking an ankle during a fall three days earlier. pEaCE We wish you all the very best during 1992. Tobias-Mason insurance for complete information, contact: Dick Tobias. 109 N. Main, NaahviHe, Ml 49073 • 517-852-2005 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. December 31, 1991 _Page 9 Maple Valley High School 1991 Pinata making contest winners For the past 18 years, Shan­ non Fineout’s first-year Spanish students at Maple Valley High School, have par­ ticipated in'an annual pinatamaking contest. The students begin working at home before Thanksgiving on the festive Mexican candyfilled containers traditionally suspended from the ceiling at holiday celebrations. The sky is the limit to the imaginative, unique papiermache forms seen in the en­ tries brought to the local high school shortly before Christmas for classroom judging. .The five winners of the 1991 contest recently were an­ nounced. Rachel Thompson took first place for her ex­ quisite mermaid with delicate face and hands. A Gus Macker eager com­ plete with tennis shoes earned second place for Chuck Brand. Chris Cooley fashion­ ed a football player in the likeness of Desmond Howard to take third place. Trica Gib­ son’s “Scrubbing Bubble” took fourth; Robin Hale’s reindeer, fifth. Fineout has 90 Spanish I students most of whom turned in a pinata for judging in the 1991 competition. She said enrolllment in the class this year is double what she normally has, so there were twice as many pinatas as were entered in past years. All were on display the week before Christmas, suspended overhead in Fineout’s classroom. School Lunch Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 1 Superintendent’s Corner No School. Thursday, Jan. 2 No School. Friday, Jan. 3 No School. Monday, Jan. 6 Cheeseburger/bun, green beans, raisins. Merry Christmas anda Happy New Year offered from your school Tuesday, Jan. 7 Scalloped potatoes, peas, peaches, tuna sandwich. NOTE: Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Salads sold daily. BY Dr. Ozzie D. Parks •‘Afi \“kh!*kui * <f Wt,rtktt. Bui MaM-|«t Hal, Ity, t i l'"1 rtrt Hta Hta Amu- tattaiit i ramal kite rm lib rstttkd htynteiit mor Ha m H Ik iiri Wji iljhiii I® aiila- sjpi i ii fe Mj, A s M Mn k in wnrMn (0 (BtlfckWWp jttii WiknoWi ride iiWta®W Kjfat UtMl tfc At this busy time of year it seems appropriate to take pause from sharing the latest thoughts about the important business and developments in our schools and smiply share the spirit of Christmas with you. As we reflect on the theme of Christmas “peace on earth, goodwill toward men,” we realize the importance ofthat spirit the year long. Without that spirit, man is at war, both with himself and others. Isn’t it great that the nations ofthe world are mostly at peace this year and that hostages are being released? It is no accident that the present world actions are taking place at Christmas. Wouldn’t it be nice if these actions would continue throughout the new year? It is important to keep the spirit of Christmas alive throughout the new year. To do so, it must be kindled by the same things that we share at Christmas, a focus on the Christ of Christmas, sharing gifts with others and realizing the impor­ tance of our families, friends, and society. Those of us who serve you in the schools wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy new year. HAPPY NEW YEAR The sands of time keep trickling by and once again it’s time to extend our heartfelt thanks and best wishes to all. Diana’s Place iCorner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. • Open Tues.-Sat. Owner Diana Kuempel • 852-9481 • NOTICE • NASHVILLE RESIDENTS You may deposit your Christmas trees on the cement slab which is on the village property south of Riverfront Park. The village will be chipping up the discarded trees for mulch. Any questions call the Vil­ lage Hall at 852-9544. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 1 No School. Thursday, Jan. 2 No School. Friday, Jan. 3 No School. Monday, Jan. 6 ♦Salad,, *Chicken patty/bun, *Tuna Sandwich, french fries, applesauce. Tuesday, Jan. 7 ♦Salad, *Mac/Cheese, ♦Com Dogs. NOTE: ♦Choose one en­ tree. Ala carte at extra cost. A choice of lowfat white or chocolate or whole milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Hot Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 1 Winners in the 1991 pinata contest at MVHS are (from left) Rachel Thompson, first place; Chuck Brand, second; Chris Cooley, third; Tricia Gibson, fourth, and (kneeling) Robin Hale, fifth. Barry County CO A lunch menu, events planned Wednesday, Jan. 1 Closed. Thursday, Jan. 2 Ribbetts, coleslaw, baked beans, bread, baked peaches. Friday, Jan. 3 Veggie lasagna, parmesan, stewed tomatoes, com, baked dessert. Monday, Jan. 6 Meatballs with gravy, broc­ coli, mashed potatoes, bread, fruit. Tuesday, Jan. 7 Turkey with gravy, stir fry blend, red potatoes, bread, dessert. Events Wednesday, Jan. 1 Closed. Thursday, Jan. 2 Nashville, bingo; Delton, blood pressure. Friday, Jan. 3 - Hastings, blood pressure; Nashville, popcorn. Monday, Jan. 6 - Hastings, Dr; Calton and his country music. Tuesday, Jan. 7 - All sites puzzles. Rachel's Thompson exquisite mermaid took top honors in the pinata-making contest among Shannon Fineout’s Spanish I students. No School. Thursday, Jan. 2 No School. Friday, Jan. 3 No School. Monday, Jan. 6 Burrito’s, veg. beans, pickles, fruit. A NEW YEARS RESOLUTION Tuesday, Jan. 7 Sloppy Joe, Tri-Tater, Peaches. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Salads will be available on Tuesdays and Fridays starting Sept. 3. Century Furnace 80% Efficient • Air Conditioning • Sales & Service We also do custom sheet metal work walker Sheet Metal 517-726-0019 LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville (E30K CREDIT FINANCING AVAILABLE 852-0882 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 31, 1991 — Page 10 Santa visits local Fuller St. school Santa took time from his busy schedule the Friday before Christmas to visit students at Nashville’s Fuller Street Elementary. Throughout the morning and afternoon, Santa stopped in every classroom in the school to greet students and to hear individual requests of EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of ... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR children who opted to sit on his lap for a brief chat. In the afternoon, the various classrooms held parties at­ tended by parents and younger siblings. Santa’s visit to the school was arranged by the Nashville PTO. The organization fur­ nished small gifts for Santa to distribute to each child. Gifts also were provided for all students at Kellogg School. FACTORY WORKERS Alto area company has sanding, bulling, and light assembly openings available. High starling wages lor the non­ experienced worker. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift ope­ nings coming in every day. Overtime and weekends available. To be .given immediate consideration, have reliable transportation and two pieces of legal I.D. Never a lee. Only dependable, reliable applicants with good work background need apply. APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN 8:30 A.M. ■ 4:30 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK RICHARD J. EWING OWNER Ji —• Beacon Services, Inc. GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE This little lady, Casey Mays, was the first to hop on Santa's lap when the Jolly Old Elf paid a surprise visit to Tammi King's kindergarten at Fuller Street School. Maple Valley High School WEEKLY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES SATURDAY, JANUARY 4 • Wrestling Invit., Home, 8:00 a.m. • J.V. Volleyball, Away, Delton Invit., 8:00 a.m. • Varsity Volleyball, Away, Galesburg/Augusta 8:00 a.m. MONDAY, JANUARY 6 • Jr. Hi. Boys Basketball, Away, Olivet, 4:30 p.m. 698-7979 (EOE) Three Bldgs. South of Corner of M-37/44th Street or 4595 Broadmqor, S.E., Suite150, (locatea in the Kentwoodf Corporate »* Complex)* £ EOt 1 Foroverl 05years, HASTINGS CITY BANK has been a community friend, providing people as well as businesses with financial advice and assistance. Local communities have put their trust in HASTINGS CITY BANK’S offices and per­ sonnel. This trust has been rewarded with . a safe place for saving, loans to help fulfill your dreams, and a wide variety of innova­ tive, convenient services, all delivered with the personal touch you’ve come to expect from a hometown friend. SAFE AND SOUND SINCE 1886 fastings (Eitg Hastings • Middleville • Bellevue Nashville • Caledonia • Wayland Member FDIC EQUAL HOUSING LENDER Obituaries Garold R. McMillen WOODLAND - Garold R. Eastem stem Star. Mr. McMillen is survived McMillen, 86 of Woodland, passed away Friday, Decem­ by his wife, Mercedeth; two ber 20, 1991 at Pennock sons, Carson D. McMillen of Hospital, Hastings. Lake Odessa, Garold Richard He was bom July 19,1905 in McMillen Jr. of Portland; five Middletown, Ohio the son of grandchildren, three great Harley and Almeda (Richard) grandchildren; five brothers, McMillen. He graduated from Reo F. McMillen of Berrien Woodland High School and Springs, Keith L. McMillen of was married to Mercedeth M. Nashville, LaRue McMillen of Smith on August 25, 1929 in Lake Odessa, Donald McMil­ Ohio. len of Pontiac, Rex McMillen Mr. McMillen was employ­ of Evart; two sisters, Arlene ed as an Engineer with Clark Yerty of Indio, California, Equipment and Morrison Helen Fickes of Big Rapids; Industrial Equipment ofGrand nieces, nephews and cousins. Rapids. Funeral services were held He was Past Master of the Monday, December 23, at the Woodland Masonic Lodge, Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Charter Member ofthe Wood­ Odessa, with Reverend Alan land Lions Club, Member of Sellman officiating. Burial the Zion Lutheran Church, a was at Woodland Memorial member of the Prayer Break­ Park. fast Club ofWoodbury and the Don and Pam Smith of 547 Meadow Lane, Hastings, will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary Sunday, Jan. 5, 1992, from 1 to 4 p.m. Friends and family are invited to share in the celebration at an open house luncheon located at the Maplegrove Community Building, 721 Durkee St. (M-66), Nashville, given by their children. Forest Smith, Linda and Alan Conrad, Dan and Joan Smith, Felicity and Tim Laurie, and 13 grandchildren. Don and Pam met on Valentine's Day in 1951 while Don was stationed at the Mildenhall Army Base in England. A year later, on Jan. 19, 1952, they were married at St. Mary’s Church, Pakenham, England. Mrs. Dorothy Goddard (mother of Pam Smith) is visiting for five weeks from Bury St. Edmunds, England. Shooting sports to meet Jan. 4 The first 4-H shooting sports meet is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 4. This meet will be held at the 4-H building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. BB gun and firearms are scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon and archery is scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. The meet is open to any Eaton County 4-H member or leader. Fassett Body Shop • PHONE •. (517) — hours — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MoSJhrU 726-0319 COMPLETE INSURANCE WORK and RUST REPAIR Discount for Cash Claims Comer of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml Alta May Duncan ARIZONA - Alta May Duncan, 81 ofMayer, Arizona, formerly of Nashville passed away Monday, December 23, 1991 at Arizona. She was bom on November 19, 1910 in Dover, Ohio, the daughter of John and Mary (Almond) Hagloch. Alta and her husband Kenneth Vaughn Duncan moved from the Nash­ ville area to Phoenix, Arizona in 1956. For three years Alta and her husband owned the Rainbow Restaurant in Sedo­ na, Arizona and leased their restaurant in Mayer, Arizona in 1959. Mrs. Duncan returned to Mayer where she operated the Duncan Oak Hills Restaur­ ant with the assistance,of her son for the last 31 years, she was known throughout Yava- pai County for her great home style cooking and delicious pies. Mrs. Duncan is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Ron and Carol Atkins of Mayer, Arizona; daughter-in-law, June Duncan of Cornville, Arizona; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1959. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 28 at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, Prescott, Arizona. Burial was at Lake­ view Cemetery, Nashville. Local arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. Richard R. Cobb, owner' • Mich. lic. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS ft ) Do-it-yourself • 11/4” 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 gfl DH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 31, 1991 — Page 11 Spikers look to compete with St. Philip for league title Maple Valley Volleyball Sat., Jan. 4 Thurs., Jan. 9 Thurs., Jan. 16 Sat., Jan. 18 Mon., Jan. 20 Sat., Jan. 25 Thurs., Jan. 30 Sat., Feb. 1 Mon., Feb. 3 Thurs., Feb. 6 Mon., Feb. 10 Thurs., Feb. 13 Wed., Feb. 19 Thurs., Feb. 20 Sat., Feb. 22 Mon., Feb. 24 Thurs., Feb. 27 Mon., Mar. 2 Sat., Mar. 7 Delton Invit. - J.V. Galesburg/Augusta Invit Olivet Pennfield/Kal. Christian Hastings Tourn.-JV Cereal City Classic Portland St. Pats/ Union City Union City Invit. Lansing Christian Delton Invit. DeWitt Bellevue Belding Olivet Portland St. Pats. St. Philip S.M.A.A. Tourn. Potterville/Lansing Cath. Bellevue Ionia Districts The Maple Valley volleyball team is hoping to compete with a traditionally strong Battle Creek St. Philip squad for the SMAA title this season. The Lady Lions finished fourth in the league a year ago, but are hoping to improve their position this year, especially since league champion Bronson and Pennfield each have left the conference. Maple Valley returns four players who gained valuable A A A A A A H 8:00 8:00 6:00 6:00 8:30 A A A H H H H A A H A A A A 8:30 6:00 8:00 6:30 6:30 6:00 6:30 6:30 6:30 10:00 6:00 6:30 6:00 TBA 6:30 experience a year ago. They include senior middle hitter Janet Boldrey, senior setter Sara DeGroot, junior outside hitter Renee Rosin, and junior Lori Carpenter, who can play either the outside or middle positions. Boldrey, Degroot and Rosin are the team's tri-captains. Others looking to contribute include senior outside hitter Janet Pool, senior server Michelle Baker, junior outside hitters 1991-92 Maple valley volleyball team: Front row (left Mindy Shoup, Renee Rosin, Jennifer Phenix, and to right) Lori Carpenter, Michelle Baker, Janet Pool, Nicole Kraai, manager. (Missing: Marcee Byrd and Sara Degroot and Janet Boldrey. Back row- Coach Alicia Goulovich. Carol Kraai, Cheri Sessions, Stephanie Bouiwens, which begins Jan. 4 at the primarily with defense at Jennifer Phenix and Mindy this point in the season. Galesburg-August tourney. Shoup, sophomore setter "We are going with two "Our success will come Stephanie Bouwens, setters instead of one," Kraai down to how much we sophomore back row players said. "All of our girls can set improve our quickness and Cheri Sessions and Alicia the ball well. movement on the floor," she Goulouich and junior outside "Nine of our 12 girls went said. hitter Marcee Byrd. The Lions' first home to camp, so I have seen Jeremy Reynolds, Darrell Coach Carol Kraai said competition won't be until definate improvements." Stine, Mike Trowbridge and that the team is still getting Kraai said that while she Jan. 20, when Portland St. Jason Byington, were used to some changes she is selected to the all-league has some strong hitters and Pat's and Union City pay a implementing this season, squad. servers, she is concerned visit. The Lions closed out the season 9-0 and travelled north to Ovid-Elsie for a regional semi-final game, which they lost 7-3. Marauder quarterback Todd Chapko scored the game­ winner with 5:35 left, although the Maple Valley players insisted they had stopped Chapko. The Lions had already pulled off a pair of dramatic goal-line stands earlier in the game. The Lion baseball team also ended a fine season on a depressing note. Maple Valley had already won the SMAA championship, and had advanced to the district title game against Michigan Center. The Lions trailed 3-1 in Six Maple Valley football players were selected to the All-SMAA squad. From the top of the seventh, when left- Aaron Patrick, Scott Armour, Jeremy Reynolds, Darrell Stine and Mike they put two runners aboard Trowbridge. (Missing: Jason Byington) with the top of their batting order, Levi Schantz, coming to the plate. Then it started to rain. And rain. But the umpires waited just 15 minutes before deciding to call the game. The Maple Valley girls track team not only romped to the league title, but also a posted regional championship as well. Junior Janet Boldrey won four events at the regionals, the long jump, 440 yard dash, 220 dash and mile relay. The two-mile relay team of Cindy Furlong, Jennifer Phenix, Mindy Shoup and Tammy Ashley, and the mile relay team of Ashley, Shoup, Boldrey and Phenix, and Tracey Kangas in the discus also won regional titles. Scott Casteele (discus), Chip Reese (long jump) and Steve Ainsworth (pole vault) qualified for the boys state The Lion football team advanced to the playoffs, where it lost to Ovid-Elsie on a finals. one-year plunge by Todd Chapko (4). Darrell Stine is applying pressure. Footballseason highlights M.V. 1991 sports season by Todd Tubergen Sports Editor "The rebuilding year." Coaches don't like to say it. Fans don't like to hear it. And the 1991 Maple Valley footabll team was having none of it. Lion coach Guenther Mittelstaedt was faced with those kind of ideas heading into the 1991. season. He was, after all, returning just two starters from 1990's fine 10-1 team. But Mittelstaedt's inexperienced squad learned their lessons quickly. And they learned enough to post the school's second consecutive unbeaten regular season and playoff berth. The back-to-back unbeaten seasons were the first two in Maple Valley's history. "These kids had a good season,” Mittelstaedt said after the year was complete. "They were the only jayvee team with a losing record, but they wanted to have a good season. They played every game as though their life was depending on it." There were some easy wins throughout the first part of the season. The game against Olivet on Oct. 4 was not one of them. Trailing 7­ 6 in the fourth quarter, the Lions embarked on a classic 90-yard, 17-play drive to post a 12-7 win. MV drove to the one, but a holding call moved the ball back to the 11. Aaron Patrick then plowed in for the winning score. Patrick, along with Scott Armour, Janet Boldrey receives her medal for finishing fifth at the state Class C track and field meet at Byron Center. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 31, 1991 — Page 12 Due to getting the proper licenses changed over to our name, we are currently unable to sell Lottery and beer and wine. 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