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25C HCAG t SONS" 300X Binder/ SPRiNGPORr, MICHIGAN 49234 Volume 13, Issue 47 Serving Lowell Area Readers Since 1893 Wednesday, October 4, 1989 Great Lakes Bancorp closing, Oct. 27 S&L repercussions felt by Lowell employees MET DEADLINE FAST APPROACHING The effects of the mismanage- ment of Savings and Loan in- Parents inleresled in the Michigan Educational Trust program stitutions that occurred in Texas must submit their application this week Oct. 2-6. within the last year, have Applications may be obtained at the high school office from stretched well beyond the "Lone Gordon Gould. Star" state. SUPER SATURDAYS - SIGN-UP NOW! In fact, far enough north, that the repercussions are now being felt locally. Super Saturdays for Kids workshops arc coming up at the Lowell Norene Martin, the Lowell Area Arts Council. 147 S. Hudson St. Starting this coming Satur- day. Oct. 7, workshops will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 noon and Branch Manager for Great Lakes Bancorp - A Federal Savings will continue for each Saturday during the month of October. Bank, learned Monday (Sept. Children in grades two through six may participate in one of 25), from Grand Rapids' Reg- two workshops. "Experiements with Line and Color", a drawing and painting workshop taught by Sandra Bartlett. or "The Puppet ional Manager. Sam VanBoven that the decision to close the Caper**, a puppet-making and drama presentation, taught by Dru Lowell branch had been made. Rooker. The decision was influenced Fee for either session for the four weeks is $20. Sign up now by the national legislation of by phoning the Arts Center at 897-8545, Monday through Friday, FIRREA. a financial institution I to 5 p.m. reform and recovery enforce- ment act. The act reviews the fi- POST OFFICE CLOSED OCTOBER 9 nancial industry and its products, services and delivery systems. Lowell Postmaster Charlie Doyle has advised that the Lowell "A sounder industry requires an Post Office will be closed on Monday, Oct. 9 in observance of increasing capital/' VanBoven Columbus Day. said. He added that it would not The office will not perform any function and there will be no be cost beneficial for the finan- postal employees working on this day. cial institution (Great Lakes Ban- corp) to add the products and ser- SURVEYORS TO DETERMINE LANDMARK LOCATIONS vices to the Lowell branch. "For several years the Lowell The Southwest Chapter of the Michigan Society of Registered- branch has not grown to the satis- Land Surveyors Foundation will conduct an original-research sur- faction of top management. It vey. Using chain and stake, they will determine the locations of has remained in a static posi- the 1939 sawmill, 1840 gristmill and tannery lot at the Fallasburg tion." Van Boven said. Pioneer Village. Other reasons for the closure Great Lakes Bancorp of Lowell announced it will be closing its doors effective Oct. 27. Saturday, Oct. 14 (rain date Oct. 21) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. decision included the current at Fallasburg Pioneer Village, across the old covered bridge, guides parking problem and the discus- will show in-progress restoration of the Fallas House. The Fallas- slack for the 40-50 that have Lakes Bancorp does not want to terminate the Lowell branch has sion of removing parking from burg Schoolhouse Museum will be open and visitors will be able been mismanaged. "We're hav- continue in this building. It does been known for 30 days, in front of the bank. to view an archeological dig taking place in the Village. ing to readjust because of them." not project the right image. A "We appreciate the business While thousands of S&L's are The Surveyor's group operates a museum in Lansing, the only Martin interjects. drive-up teller is also not possi- people have brought us while lo- strong, according to VanBoven one in the U.S. devoted entirely to surveying. In 1988 they were Martin added that the lease on ble at the current location." they are having to pick up the invited to survey Old Fort Michilimackinac, and this year com- the building is up Nov. 1. "Great VanBoven said the decision to Bank, contd., pg pleted a survey of the old Fort on Mackinac Island. Ladies of the Alto Apostolic Christian Church will cook and serve all homemade food, including pies, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. City vacates Mound St. right-of-way The event is being sponsored by the Fallasburg Historical Soci- ety, formerly West Central Michigan Historical Society. The public The Lowell City Council request. The councilmembers ag- After meeting with the Look mously approved the request. is invited and there is no admission charge. For more information breezed through Monday's meet- reed that the street would likely Fund Committee and representa- A bid of $34,500 to construct call Judy Baird, 897-9081. ing in short order. The first never be developed and voted tives from both Lowell and Ver- a six place hangar at the Lowell agenda item was a public hearing unanimously to approve the vac- gennes Townships. City Man- Council, cont'd., pg. 8 MASONS SPONSOR FISH DINNER OCT. 7 concerning a request to vacate ation. ager David Pasquale advised the the Mound St. right of way. The The council passed a resolu- Council that "Look Memorial LOOK for your Westside Deli On Saturday. Oct. 7. there will be Fish Dinner sponsored by 66 foot right of way runs north tion observing Head Injury Fire Station'' was the preferred coupon inside this week's Ledger Lowell Masons and Eastern Stars. from Hill St. on the city's east Awareness Month. The request name for city's new fire station and SAVE. The "All You Can Eat" dinner is at the Lowell Masonic Temple, side. The request originated from originated from the Michigan on S. Hudson. The Look Memo- 112 Lincoln Lake, serving from 5 to 7 p.m. Prices are $5 adults; Dean and Carol Collins. The Col- Head Injury Alliance. rial Fund contributed more than KIRSCHLIN KENNEL • Minia- $2 children. lins are selling their home at 901 The council approved a $200,000 to the project. The ture Schnauzers AKC puppies, N. Jefferson. Potential buyers $1,600 expenditure to establish council unanimously approved shots, ears, also champion stud LOCAL LIBRARIES OFFER HALLOWEEN PROGRAMS had expressed concern that the an employee performance ap- the name. service. Kirsdilin Kennel. 676- property's value would be di- praisal and merit pay system. The council approved an 9257. I Before you carve your pumpkins or stock up for trick or treat, minished if Mound St. were ever The system will be put in place amendment to Jim Sowle's ac- gather 'round for some creepy, scary songs and stories at the developed. All neighbors to the by Nancy Ohle of Midland. Ohle cess agreement to the Lowell Air- MCGEE HOMESTEAD - Bed Lowell and Alto branches of the Kent County Library System. property were notified of the re- specializes in such projects and port. Sowle owns a hangar on and breakfast, 2534 Alden Nash The library's monthly story programs for pre-schoolers will be quest. and none expressed op- will establish guidelines for the private property adjacent to the N.E., Lowell. 897-8142. featuring this favorite holiday for October. position to the vacation. TWo system as well as train the super- airport. The original agreement The program will be presented at the Lowell branch. 325 W. neighbors. Ned Swift and Lloyd visors using it. The city's 23 full restricted Sowle from storing PRECISION & FASHION Main St.. on Monday. Oct. 9 at 10:30a.m.; and at the Alto branch. Ritzema were on hand at the time employees will be involved fuel at his hangar. Sowle now HAIRSTYLING - For both men 6059 Linfield. on Thursday. Oct. 19 at 10:30 a.m. hearing in support of the Collins' with the system. bums auto gas in his airplane and Call either of these branches to register or for more information. only aviation fuel is available at and women. Man's World the airport. The council unani- Hairstyling. Phone 897-8102. OFF THE BLOTTER COUSINS' CARD & GIFT ICEMAN'S OUTLET - Issued appearance tickets to 63rd District Court Thursday, Sept. SHOPPE - Big selection of adult Liquoi, Beer & Wine. It's new - . 28. were Roy Miller. 41. of Lowell for Assault and Batter)' and LITE & LISTEN SOUND - Music and infant Halloweenmerdian- BBQ Ribs & chicken to go on the GARY'S COUNTRY MEATS - for all occasions. Make your re- Margaret Baker. 44. also of Lowell for Disorderly Person. dise. New store hours:Sunday, 12- weekend. Panama Jack T-Shirts For fresh meal cuts, cold cuts and Involved in a properly damage accident September 26 on Amity 3 p.m.; Monday, 10 a.m. to 8 and shorts. Open till 1 a.m. cheese visit Lowell's exclusive ception or party a time to re- member. Call Jerry and Alicia l)e- St. near Elizabeth was Marie Doyle. 64, as she backed from a p.m.; Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. weekends and until 12:30 a.m. meat market at 205 E. Main. Call Main Street, cont'd., pg. H to 6 p.m. Monday thru Thursday. 897-7306. spres at 897-4336. The Ixmdl Ledger - Wednesday, October 4, 1989 - Page 2 The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday, October 4, 1989 - Page 3 Obituaries Palmer of Cameron, MO; and Grand Rapiis; grandchildren 7 BEERS - Edilh Hanchett Beers, sister, Neal and Dale Lynn An- of Lowell, died Monday, Sep- Alto; three grandchildren. Doug- five grandchildren. Memorial Jennifer.