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Ami Sherwood takes top honors Remember... WHS woodworkers "clean up" on regional and state awards; continue long winning tradition
By Joe Cheshire zer, and Justin Gagliardo earned The old myth of '"woodworking is honorable mentions. a guy thing" has been shattered with With 11 different categories in the Watervliet senior Ami Sherwood Regional Woodworking Division, proving girls can do anything they Watervliet students were entered in want, even in a predominately male eight of them and ended up winning atmosphere. seven. They also earn four second Ami walked away with the Re- places, two third places, and two^ gional Grand Award in Woodwork- fourth-place ribbons. ing, winning the distinguished The top four placing finishers in award with a project called a "Mor- each category advanced to the state ris Chair." She is following a tradi- competition against winners from 17 tion at Watervliet, for Watervliet other regions around the state. has won this award five times in the According to Waite, "Students The American legion reminds us that Memorial Day flag protocol requires the flag be flown at half-staff until noon only, then raised last six years.' learn many things while building to the top of the staff. The flag should be raised briskly and low- Ami, along with her classmates and sometimes designing their own ered slowly, and should always be treated with respect. from Mike Waite's woodworking projects. Teamwork, patience, per- class, came home winners from the severance, safety, and the sharing of Michigan Industrial Technology knowledge with others along the Education Society (MITES) Student way are some of the valuable skills Project Contest held in Constantine. they develop. The most rewarding, Memorial Day services Some 22 schools from all over of course, is the end result." southwest Michigan competed in It is easy to see that Waite is very announced for Tri-City Area this year's regional contest. proud of this year's students and By Joe Cheshire Services will be held in Pioneer Watervliet set a record by having their efforts and accomplishments. The Tri-City Area will pay tribute Cemetery at approximately 11:50 14 students advancing to the state "We moved into a new shop and REUNITED...After 56 years, in Mansfield, Ohio, William Mack of to local heroes on Monday, May 29, a.m. and again at 1:00 p.m. in competition in Grand Rapids last dealt with a few setbacks, but we Coloma Township holds a picture showing him with Steve Bogner, with each of our cities of Coloma, Keeler Cemetery. weekend, with six WHS students made it. Watervliet's students take whose life he saved during the D-Day landing, June 6, 1944. Mack ap- Hartford and Watervliet doing so in In Watervliet, VFW Post 6803 will finishing in the top 10. a lot of pride in their projects, some- plied a tornique to Bogner^s left leg after Bogner was hit by fire bursts different ways. provide a Color Guard for a parade Taking third- and ninth-place times spending several evenings after landing on the beach. (Cliff Stevens photo) In Hartford, a parade will be held beginning at 11:00 a.m. The parade finishes at the state competition was after school to get them completed at 10:30 a.m. that will feature will begin at the dwffntown water Adam Hall; Doug Wing, Stefanie on time for the contest." veterans from several conflicts. tower and proceed down Main Brule and Brian Geike had fifth- Watervliet students have been World War II soldier Members of Stoddard Post 93 will Street to the City Cemetery. place finishes, Andy Mayer had a recognized at the state level as one provide the Color Guard. The parade will feature veterans sixth-place finish, Ami Sherwood of the top woodworking programs in A 40-passenger benched wagon from several eras and will include placed ninth; and Eric Leith, Nathan the state. Many students have finds former comrade will be provided for those veterans Miss Watervliet and the Watervliet Antio, Chad Worl, David Hill, Jerry earned top honors at the state com- By Cliff Stevens those three, only one tank was able who are unable to march but who High School Band. Capovilla, Neal Evans, Joshua Pat- petition as well over the years. It took 56 years, but William Mack to assist in the beach landing." would like to participate in the Services at the Watervliet City of Coloma Township finally was About two weeks after the landing. parade. Cemetery will feature District Judge able to locate a wounded soldier he Mack was hospitalized at the Co- The parade will feature the Emer- Gary Bruce as guest speaker. served with in the U.S. Army during logne Hospital, suffering from ald Vanguard band from Hartford World War II. "battle fatigue." High School and Miss Hartford and There is no parade on tap for Co- Mack, 75, was among soldiers "They called it battle fatigue, but it her court. loma but veterans will be remem- landing on Omaha Beach on D-Day, was really from a concussion from a Ceremonies will be held in Ely bered in services at North Shore June 6, 1944. shell exploding close to me," said Park, by the Vietnam and World Memory Gardens in Hagar Shores Serving alongside Mack were Mack. War II memorials, featuring at 11:00 a.m., with Maurice Bishop Steve Bogner of Ohio and Carol Mack, who owned and operated speakers Mary Ann Middaugh and as speaker. Enders of Benton Harbor. Mack Cement Work off North Wa- Bill Queen. Middaugh is Michi- Another service will be held at After landing in Normandy, tervliet Road for 42 years, often gan's 79th District Representative 1:00 p.m. in Coloma City Cemetery, 51 France, Mack, a member of the 1 wondered what happen to Bogner. and Queen is Finance Officer from with Post Commander from Amer- th Division, 16 Infantry, along with In late March of this year. Mack Post 93. ican Legion Post 362 as speaker. Bogner and Enders, entered the and his wife were able to locate Ardenes Forest. Bogner. He was residing in Mans- After entering the forest. Mack field, Ohio. recalled Bogner was struck by a "1 was able to find out Steve's State requires computer for blast of fire bursts, with his left leg home address and telephone number suffering extensive damage. when I asked my stepdaughter Cyn- "I saw Steve (Bogner) fall to the dy Powers, who resides in South Watervliet Twp. voter files; ground and I opened a first aid kit Carolina, to enter his name in her and applied a tourniquet to his computer." Twp. will finance fire hall, bleeding leg," said Mack. When Mack and his wife were "I wanted to stay with him until a returning from Florida this March, medic arrived, but a sergeant hol- they drove to Mansfield and were lease back to Fire Board lered to me to keep moving on and a able to talk with Bogner and his By Joe Cheshire municipalities with no regard to medic would soon arrived to help wife. The Watervliet Township Board their individual situation. Steve." "It was both a joyful and emo- approved purchasing a new compu- In other matters, the Board heard a During the landing. Mack recalled tional moment as we relived that ter for state-mandated "Qualified report from Township Attorney Ron about 75 percent of the soldiers time, 56 years ago," said Mack. Voter Files," at a cost of $850 at the Postelli on financing for the pro- were killed. Bogner asked Bill, "Was it you board meeting May 15. posed Fire Station addition. Mack was an 18-year-old ammu- who rolled me over after I was "The state says we have to file via "There are different ways of nition carrier for his unit and hasn't wounded and put a tourniquet on the computer," said Clerk Eva Bau- financing it, but I think the best way forgotten that 55 amphibious tanks my leg?" meister. "Because we have less is to use Public Act 99 which will were to help the ground troopers as "We talked for quite a while," said than 3,000 registered voters, we use the full faith and credit of the they approached the beach. Mack, "and we plan to keep in cannot file with the state directly so Township." "Of the 55 tanks, most of them touch; and, hopefully, Steve and his we are filing by using Coloma Postelli said the Township would sank before reaching shore, and wife will visit us here in Coloma Township's system." take out a loan in its name for the only three tanks made it; and of someday." According to Baumeister, Water- cost of the addition, with the station vliet Township will connect via a deeded in the Township's name. It computer modem to Coloma Town- would then lease the station back to ship's computer and data will then the Fire Board, which would make be transferred electronically. the monthly installment payments to First at new location at 1-94 & M-140 A Board member said that at the the lending institution. BLUE-RIBBON CHAIR...Ami Sherwood displays her "Grand present time someone has to make a "When the loan is repaid, the Award" winning woodworking project, a "Morris Chair." Ami and trip to Coloma Township to insert Township would then deed the Fire several classmates competed for state honors this past weekend in 600 classic cars expected at the required files, thus taking up a Station back to the Fire Board." Grand Rapids. For a photo of more of the winners, see Page 5. considerable amount of time and Bids on the new addition are ex- (Joe Cheshire photo) weekend Lane Automotive man-hours. pected to be opened on May 25. When questioned why the present The Board also approved grading "Cruise-In & Car Show" computers could not be used, Bau- and/or applying chloride to several Coloma School Board expels meister stated, "The state says we private gravel roads in the Town- From 500-600 classic hot rods, local bands "E-Funk Connection" must have a separate computer for ship. "Even though they are private th street machines, racers, and trucks and "A1 & Friends." filing. It cannot be used for any- roads, those residents pay the road 10 -grader for fighting are expected to be on display this The SW Michigan Car Club will thing else and has to be separated tax the same as others," said Bau- By Cliff Stevens In other areas, the Board voted to Saturday as part of the 12th annual rally at Watervliet High School and from the rest of the office equip- meister. "I think we should grade At a special May 22 meeting, the renew a waiver allowing for the "Cruise-In & Car Show." A larger- "cruise" Main Street at approxi- ment." Coloma Board of Education voted increased number of special educa- than-normal crowd of participants mately 4:40 p.m. on its way out to the roads at least twice a year and Baumeister said the separation was to expel a IGth-grade student for tion teacher caseloads for the next and spectators is expected because Lane Automotive. At least 25 clas- apply chloride for dust at least once, fighting in the High School cafeter- three years. this is the first time the event will be sic cars are expected to cruise Main mandated in case state officials if needed, at no cost to them." ia May 16. A similar waiver was approved held at the new Lane Automotive Street, said Gary Tingue, a Car Club made an on-site visit, where the The Township has been grading Expelled until the beginning of three years ago. facility at M-140 and 1-94. member. separate space would accommodate and applying a brine for several the second semester of the 2000- More than 40 car clubs in Michi- At the show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. them. years to the private roads, such as 2001 school year was Willie Stokes, Board members voted to award a gan, Illinois, and Indiana have been Saturday, there will be food and Some opinions, such as the one Case Court, Pokagon Heights, Win- 17. bid for replacing a cooler-freezer at invited to participate in the Friday concession stands, door prizes, and labeled "bureaucratic constipation," demere and Woodland; and the Stokes must appear before the Washington Elementary School to night Cruise-In. They'll cruise to more. were heard from members of the Board's action allowed the process Board prior to returning to the BER Refrigeration of St. Joseph for Lane for an evening of great music, See the ad on Page 15 for more audience, citing the state was in- to continue. School District.. its bid of $19,200. food and fun, including music , by information. flicting its power on the smaller I f
May 24, 2000 Tri-City Record Page 3 Page 2 Tri-City Record May 24, 2000 MECCA Watervliet .. • ^5 Letters and Commentary Scholarship & Post-Prom •.f Coloma DDA prepares see every day the importance of WE WELCOME CllLOMA DILEMMA applications having a "healthy mind and a possible land sale healthy body." was a HUGE OH, NO/-A SENIOR LETTERS... By Cliff Stevens The property has been listed on the Given the rapidly changing popu- AS available The Tri-City Record welcomes all The Coloma Downtown Develop- open market for the past two years lation in our community, we should CARE CENTER? NOf MECCA (Monday Evening Club letters to the editor. Letters are ment Authority Board May 11 ap- at a selling price of S90,000 be aware of the need for skilled success! .WHAT ABOUT MY ANNUAL of Cultural Achievement), a wo- subject to editing, especially for proved a $500 expenditure for ob- Mayor Owen said he feels the de- mental health professional people. Dear Editor, men's club in the Coloma- length, and will be published at the taining an engineer's cost estimates veloper should attend the June For instance, the presence of the The Watervliet Post-Prom Commit- TARM PRflDUl MARKET CROP? AN0H01V Watervliet-Hartford area, is offering discretion of the editor. k ' ^ for infrastructure improvements in meeting of the DDA to outline his Hispanic community in Van Buren tee would like to thank some very a $250 scholarship. All women liv- All letters must be signed and must DO YOU DISPOSE OF A light of interest by a developer to plans, if they are ready for public County is continually growing and special people who helped give 92 ing in Coloma, Watervliet or Hart- include a phone number or address " ITT?. purchase the remaining 0.9-acre view. challenging It is evident that the students a safe and very enjoyable JONOfUPENPS^O ford, who are going back to school 50 the authorship of controversial iusf WZBbs tract of land owned by the City, off The firm of Sternaman & Associ- Hispanic population is experiencing prom night. Without their continued after finding themselves out of high letters can be verified. Names will 139 iTUMBd. Badt Drive. ates, of South Haven, will prepare significant mental health problems, support, none of this would have been school for a number of years, may be withheld at the request of the Coloma Mayor Charles Owen told • the costs for the infrastructure im- Prejudice and discrimination, cul- possible. apply. writer for sufficient reason. Letters the DDA the developer, which he provements. tural differences, and other experi- lndividuals--Dan & Kim Atherton, The scholarship is given to assist should be typed or at least written in [BOX DAUGHTER, did not identify, was interested in Owen suggested the DDA consider ences associated with minority Ken & Bonnie Bannen, John & Car- those women who have a serious easily-read handwriting. Names purchasing the vacant property to making options for the proposed group status may act as stressors rie Brigham, Debbie Bujack, Chuck TIL HAVE TO interest in seeking a degree, license, must be printed in addition to the construct a large retail store for a developer and consider sharing that influence their mental health. & MaryAnne Claywell, Jerry & Marj or certification in a specific area of signature. MOVE IN national chain. costs for developing the property. Common sense and respect for them Constant, Brad & Nancy Dlouhy, study. W' f The engineer cost estimates would "Right now, we (the City) only tells as that a focus on the positive David & Nan Edwards, Art & Barb WITH YOU Applications can be obtained by provide costs for the DDA to install have a large dirt parking lot for aspects of mental health demands r contacting the local colleges, area Frank, Bob & Cheri Freed, Tom & sidewalks, asphalt parking area. trucks," said Owen, "and by selling Hispanic our immediate attention. X v AND HERB/. libraries, a MECCA member, or Cathy Fuller, Tony & Sue Gagliardo; the property, we will be able to Our community needs to be more Penny Kosick Hanks at 463-3929. COLOMA WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY FOURTH-GRADERS TAKE CLASS TRIP...The fourth grad- curbs and gutters, and trees to de- Tom & Tammy Gear, GeofT & Pat collect tax revenues." aware and willing to address the [( All applications are due August I, ers from Washington Elementary School In Coloma took a class trip on March 10 to Lansing. They toured the termrne the extem the DDA would community Geisler, Les & Coleen Halamka, assist the developer in Undertaking In another area, DDA members mental health needs of culturally Mike & Dee Harper, Joan Harris, Jim 2000. state capital building, The Bug House, and the Michigan Historical Center. the project. agreed to consider preparing a list diverse groups. We are invited to Hartmann, Mike & Karen & Kathy Owen said, "Currently the devel- of priorities for future DDA pro- needs our help improve our mental well being . Hauch Linda Hazen Roger & Kath 7/ oper is interested in purchasing the jects. and that of the others. | |g ^ Q i j njff p , & een ert e or s a ^WUn Coloma Washington Elementary property and having the building's The list is expected to be devel- I appreciate the importance that kh help Debbie m Larry & Susan Joyner foundation in by this fall." oped at the Board's June meeting. you will give to this letter. Dear Editor, John & Dee Kue|bs Mike & shir|ey Sewer work fourth-graders take class May is Mental Health Month; yet ^incerely yours, jerry Miller, Manny & Rosalie I//,, \nj J German Perez-Diaz \\U "1 lie service we render for others for many it goes unnoticed. Mental Miller, Jeff & Debbie Morlock; Pastor health is an issue that has to do with John & Marcia Molter, Jill Peck, to continue trip to Lansing in March is really the rent we pay (or our Steve & Lorie Pudell, Randy & Judy everyone. 1 affects individuals, fam- y/h) kzochg VCR By Chelsea Barrett a half-hour. Also, the fourth-graders fourth-graders were in the capital room on this earth . Willrrd (itrtifrll Pullins, Jack & Nancy Ruess, A1 & ilies, and communities as well. in Coloma On March 10, the fourth-graders at got to hold some bugs. The bugs building, they learned that the Those of us involved in this kind of Donna Rutledge, Greg & Carol Coloma's Washington Elementary were a hissing cockroach and a building had just been restored, For die family values of Watervliet care for people in the community Saurbier, Dan & Barb Schofield, Bob went to Lansing, our state capital, walking stick. One girl let the walk- Restored means to change some- WE?TERN TERPACE come to Western Terrace. & Vicki Sloan, Dale & Ellen Stewart, Tri-City Upton bill banning Township for a class field trip. They went to ing stick climb up her face. thing to look like it did a long time Call 983-0011 Bruce & Judy Tarantino, Tom & By Cliff Stevens Lansing to learn more about our After the students ate lunch, they ago. The fourth-graders learned that Loraine Teed, Ted & JoAnn Tees; Angels per-minute Internet Work on installing new sewer state capital. went to the Michigan Historical there are 38 senators and 110 repre- Shannon Thomas, Duane & Susanne lines is expected to get back on They traveled there by a chartered Center. At the Historical Center, the sentatives and that there were two Home of the Touch Free Karl's Kolumn Wagner, Rick & Barbara Warner, schedule after the construction firm bus. The bus had a bathroom, three fourth-graders learned that at school capital buildings before the one we By Karl Bayer, editor and publisher Andy & Cindi Wisdom, Mark & update access charges moves experienced unplanned delays. TVs, and seats that reclined. It was in the early 1900s or the late 1800s, have now. Also, when they were in Maryann Worl, Jackie Worley, Tom Ditches for laying new sewer lines probably a very comfortable ride. kids shared books, desks, etc. Also, the capital building, they laid down Dear Editor, .4 clean car is REMEMBER your heroes this State's office will sell your address & Debbie Ziemke; had to be dug deeper than first First, the fourth-graders went to they learned that there was no elec- on a glass floor, looked up and 155 Hello! Last week we found a home a happy car! weekend. Although the weekend at the drop of the hat (make that at Organizations-MECCA, Watervliet planned, according to Coloma The Bug House. At The Bug House, tricity so the classrooms were lit by feet from their noses they saw a Car Wash for the washer and dryer. Thank you into committee Athletic Boosters, Watervliet Lioness A bil1 that Township Supervisor Matthew Mo- the students learned that tarantulas candles and lanterns. Also, the cars dome of stars. "On the ceiling in the marks the beginning of summer, the drop of a dollar), it can't get its to the family who thought of us! Congressman Fred Up- free from per-minute charges keeps Club, Watervliet Lions Club, Water- ton back then cost only about $300 to House of Representatives were the those glorious days of warmth and mail delivered to you either, The donation is appreciated. (^"^1) introduced just over a communication between families ser. and scorpions can't kill you if they dep. vliet Middle School Boosters; a 0 bannin the For the first few weeks, equipment bite you, but it would hurt. Also, the $800. 50 state flags made of §lass," said Bjjd & Bud Licjht 18pkcans^^0^+ sunshine, it also marks memory of If you've been wondering why you Thank you also to the people who ^ g g possibility of who have loved ones overseas or in Businesses-Accurate Auto Body, er minute ac problems caused delays in keeping fourth-graders claimed to have Last, but not least, the fourth- the fourth-graders. those men and women of our coun- haven't gotten that neat little re- brought the clothes for the lady in P - cess charges on phone another state affordable. Forcing ca s t0 graders went to the capital building. try that gave their lives defending it. minder and return address envelope Belfy Pharmacy, Best Way Disposal, Hartford! " ^ 'nlernet went before the folks to watch the clock when com- the project on schedule. learned that bugs shed their bones, Miller Lito 15 pk cans ^S^+dep Bob Brandt Construction, Cabin Commerce The contractor plans to try new which are on the outside of their "The capital building was so beauti- "It was the most educational but It is a sure bet there would be no to mail back your license plate tags We STILL need help with yard Committee's Subcom- municating with their loved ones is COOL mi,1ee on methods to complete the pipe in- body. After they shed their bones, ful it felt like you were in a palace," fun field trip we have ever been Memorial Day if the veterans of all or driver's license, don't figure the Fever, Coloma Frozen Foods, work in Watervliet. Medical condi- Telecommunications on just not fair." DOWN WITH stallation, according to Moser. the new bones grow back in at least said a fourth-grader. While the on," agreed all the fourth-graders. our wars had not been willing to lay state is giving you a free year. Coloma McDonald's, Coloma Sub- lions don't allow her to clean up her Ma>' 3- During the hearing. Sub- Currently, calls to Internet service THESE HOT Busch Beer ispkcans^8^+d( SAVINGS! down their lives to defend our free- Your mail may have been sent way, Country Cuts, Cutting Comers, yard. After this week, I will call a committee Chairman Billy Tauzin providers are not subject to per- doms. back, address unknown, if there was Dave's Amoco, DeGroot's, Dewey's, few angels and get it done. (R-LA) assured Upton that the In- minute fees; ^however, Upton said Give them little time Monday to any error to it. You still owe for the Dlouhy Electric, Don Young Insur- If you would like to help, please 'ernel Access Charge Prohibition the door is still "very much open" "Dollars for Defibrillators" campaign gets final push from Foundation 7-Up 12 pk cans 2^+dep. remember and say thanks. There's a tags and the license. ance, Dr. David Moss; write in. of 1999 (HR 1291) which was for the FCC to allow such charges BMD GOODS FROM GOLDEN BROm BAKERY! Memorial Day service near you... My plate tags are due in March. 1 Enchanted Florist, First Impressions If you have any needs or donations '"foduced on March 25, 1999, and in the future. For example, should a has l38 rien County. individuals have given touching Springs Courthouse Museum. attend to honor those that can't. even remember thinking that the Tanning, Friesen Photography, Gold- and you live in the Tri-City Area, bipartisan co-sponsors will per-minute charge be imposed by Berrien Community Foundation "The public support for this cam- gifts in memory of loved ones who letter from the state would come in N-Tan, Golden Brown Bakery, Gregg please write in to: be "expeditiously moved" through the FCC, consumers would, in ad- provided the final funding needed to "The family members are excited MDOT MAPS... a request to the early February and 1 would send paign has been phenomenal," said may have lived had the defibrilla- Orchards, Hair Innovations, Hard- Angels the Congress. dition to membership fees for serv- npush the "-Dollars-for Defibrillators" to present this check and to say DAVE'S AMOCO Margaret Poole, Executive Director tors been in place." Michigan Department of Transpor- back the check. With that thought. I jng's - Coloma, Harding's - St. Joe, P.O. Box 7 "A per-minute charge would fall ices like America Online, pay an nfc campaign (.vto nui^t,, its $ 155,000 thank you to all the donors who fund-raising goal. The successful of Berrien Community Foundation. The Foundation, which acted as M-140, Watervliet at 1-94 463-4135 tation for a "carton" of the new promptly forgot about it until last Harding's - Watervliet, John's Stereo, Watervliet, MI 49098; disproportionately on lower income additional fee for every minute they have contributed to this campaign," "In addition to corporate, govern- fiscal agent for the campaign, re- Michigan highway maps has bom week when 1 was hooking up my Kling's Cut, Lane Automotive, Mei- Or send your e-mail to me at: families," said Upton. "I get thou- are connected to the Internet. campaign provided a defibrillator Poole said. "It is truly an oppor- 24-hour towing, AAA & AMOCO Road Service oat for every on-duty police car in Ber- ment and foundation support, many viewed a grant request from the b trailer. jers. Benton Harbor, Paw Paw Lake 1 CANGELS7fV7cs.com. sands of e-mails from my constitu- tunity to thank the people who Dollars for Defibrillators campaign The Record received a box of 500 Not only were the plate tags on the Golf Course, Pepsi, Reflections; Thank you all for your continued en^s every month. Many would be Upton's bill comes on the heels of helped save their lives." OPEN 24 HOURS - INDOOR ATM during its regular spring grant cycle. of the maps last week. Stop in any- car expired but so were those on the Richcreek Well Drilling, Sparkle interest and support! less able to afford to e-mail me oth- one FCC commissioner's warning The goal of the campaign was to time for a free copy (or two). trailer. Quj^ Lube, Sprague's Grocery, Star Have a great week! erwise. Any measure that has the that per-minute fees are a distinct raise SI55,000. Many, many years ago, getting a I'm not the only one; one fellow video< Tacy Bros Excavating Tri. possibility of shutting anyone out of possibility in the near future. The Bramblebush Farm MTM "When we reviewed the request, couple boxes of maps was no big around here was reminded to renew Recor(^ Unique Impressions, the process disturbs me. bill could be taken up for a vote by the campaign was $1,216 short of deal for a local newspaper. All we via a $50 traffic ticket. Another here Walmart - Benton Harbor, Watervliet "But it goes way beyond that," the full House before the end of For ALL your its goal," Poole said. "We were had to do was ask. Then, in some on Main Street went 11 months on Ace Hardware, Watervliet Post Of- Upton said. "Keeping the Internet May. WEEKEND FARMER'S eager to grant the money to bring budget-cutting frenzy, some bureau- expired tags... driving back from f|Ce Waterv|iet Township, Watervliet LOCAL NEWS the campaign to a successful con- crat (he/she) decided to save big Florida, happily and unknowingly, Wesc0 whirl , Foundationi WHS MARKET bucks and only pass out the maps to in violation. Subscribe to the clusion." Food Service. "big" distribution tourist centers. How are your tags? In the first weeks of having the These businesses support your stu- TRI-CITY RECORD I'm just guessing now, but I'll bet defibrillators in police cars, officers dents. Show your support by patron- the "bigger is better" plan didn't R.I.P., BOB BROOKFIELD... Call 463-NEWS The Back Fence have been able to save four lives izing them as often as possible and work because the folks using the The tri-cities lost another good that may have been lost. tell them thanks for their support. By Anne Bayer, co-publisher maps weren't getting them. friend last week with the passing of PLEASE CHANGE At the Berrien Community Foun- 1 would like to especially thank dation's Spring Grant Awards Cere- Hartford's Bob Brookfield. YOUR ADDRESS I still have a hard time when I have storage shed and playground equip- Bruce Tarantino for his years of help mony, a woman whose life was BUREACRATIC BOONDOG- In local business most of his life, to write 2000; it seems like it is not ment for the children at the Learn- and support. A special thank you to It's that time again, to all who saved because of the new defibril- CLE... By now you are all aware Bob made a career out of helping , • . „ • to be believed. Those numbers ing Center. The kids were so happy re lse ir spend winters in another state. ... . , r 7038 Little Paw Paw Lake Rd lators and her family will present that if the address on mail to you is folks and taking an interest in what ^ . ' ^ ' _/ , t . never did come mto my realm of when they were able to play for the Ro er Prince for the emire the Foundation grant to campaign not absolutely correct, it goes back was going on. 8 Please let us know. An incorrect thinking. I really don't know why 1 entire morning on the new equip- Coloma MI chairmen Jeanette Leahey of Ber- the sender. On more than one occasion he'd Sp- address label slows or interrupts never spent any time thinking about ment. I was out there as a monitor s my ear t0 c a t e (located between Interlochen and Johnson Rd.) rien County 911 and St. Joseph it's a safe bet you've had some buttonhole me down at his dealer- * ^ y ^ "" ^ delivery of your newspaper. the time and how fast it will slip and it was something to behold, serious problem or at least incon- ship and ask me for an update on Post-Prom Committee. I have been Police Captain Tom Post. way to fresH between my fingers, but it sure seeing how they could all run and Please let us know by calling Home-grown organic and other locaDvj grown The Spring Grant Awards Cere- venience when some brainless ma- what was going on with the DDA involved for 12 years and hope some- does. jump and smile and be so happy. one 463-6397 or write PO 7 Box produce in season mony will be held at 4:30 p.m. on chine, in some brand new regional and the WBA. wiW step in and continue this I must take some personal time in It's such a simple thing, just to be . Saturday May 24, 2000 Tri-City Record Page 5 Page 4 Tri-City Record May 24, 2000 Rolling Back the Years Accreditation achieved for all Local News and Newsmakers of Days Gone By HARTFORD DAY SPRING ket in South Haven. At the South 4 Hartford Public Schools 90 YEARS AGO - 1910 r Family Heirlooms Haven store, the thieves found the By Joe Cheshire J.E. Davis & Company has been safe empty but a cash drawer was Hartford Public Schools has grades and schools and special special education programs at any A Genealogy News Column by Carole Kiernan awarded the contract for the base- taken. At the Watervliet store, the Paw Paw River reached a milestone, that being all programs no later than the second level. Information that concerns genea- ment and cement floors for the thieves made off with cash and four schools have achieved accredi- week of August. Workshop... W.H. Martin residence near the An- I he Board also authorized the logy and its records sometimes pops checks. JOURNAL The Algonquin Chapter Daughters derson Mill. The work is to be com- tation from North Central Asso- Hartford anticipates there will be School District to begin seeking a up in the places you would least ex- Submitted by Carole Kiernan By Roy M. Davis of the American Revolution will be pleted by June l*1. ciation of Colleges and Schools. two openings in each kindergarten, special education teacher for fhe ' pect it to appear. Although 1, per- from files at Watervliet District Z3EZ hosting a "Genealogy Workshop" "This is quite an accomplishment," both Red Arrow and Woodside, next school year, citing enrollim t sonally. am becoming used to this Each teacher in the school found a Library from the Watervliet Re- on Thursday, 22 June 2000, at the enough to get your own copy from said School Board President Jerry large bouquet of tulips upon her cord newspapers donated by the with no openings in first through projections indicate the addition of bizarre phenomenon, every once in AARP, borrow one from an older Benton Harbor Public Library from desk Monday morning from Ada T. Thoughts on War Lutz. "We have had one or more of fourth grades. There will be two at least one more teacher. "Special a while 1 am still amazed at what I Tri-City Record. Hours: Monday, 1:00-3:00 p.m. friend or relative and read therein an our schools accredited every year Grove. It was a nice little attention 1-8 p.m.; Tuesday,' 1-5 p.m.; Wed- In his recent book, Tom Brokaw openings in the fifth grade, three in education teachers are extremely - read in unexpected places. article titled "My Private Vietnam." The program will be "Locating the which they all appreciated. really made our generation sound but this marks the first time all our the sixth, four in the seventh, and. difficult to find and recruit," said One of the latest bits of informa- nesday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, 1- It chronicles the stories of men and Key in Researching DAR Member- 60 YEARS AGO -1940 like heroes. We didn't feel that way schools have been accredited, and five in the eighth. In the High Superintendent Gary Pardike. "We tion came during the winter months 5 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 women who are "shadowed by a ship" and will include knowledge- Dot and Bet Okeson, daughters of at the time. But with all due mod- without one blemish. We met all School, some 20 slots will be open would like to start as soon as pos- from The Kip linger Washington p.m. Phone: 463-6382 war they can't forget." able individuals who will assist you Mr. and Mrs. Ben Okeson of Law- esty, that may be the last "good" criteria requirements: school, staff, in each of the ninth through 12th sible." Letter and detailed that "New On the occasion of the 25lh anni- individually with your questions and rence and granddaughters of Mr. war we will ever have. I mean one and planning." grades. The projected teacher would be a veterans cemeteries will open soon WATERVLIET RECORD versary of the fall of Saigon, a research. Those planning to attend and Mrs. Leonard Dade of this vil- in which everyone becomes united To achieve accreditation, each There will be no openings in the Middle School position. in Dallas, Cleveland, and Elwood, 90 YEARS AGO - 1910 baker's dozen of people from all are asked to bring any helpful data lage, who have gained a wide repu- with such a strong purpose. It was TOPS IN WOODWORKING...Several Watervliet students won woodworking honors in Regional school must go though a long list of Illinois. Next on the list are Atlanta, Elaborate preparations are being walks of life in America reflect on concerning their ancestors, such as: tation as singers, will have their not easy, and I'm not going to talk competition recently. Shown with their projects are: Neil Evans, Stefanie Brule, Brian Geike, Justin requirements including complying South Florida, and Detroit." made for the [Watervliet School) how deeply the war touched them birth, death and marriage certifi- chance to try for radio Thursday. about the blood and guts that were Gagliardo, Jerry Capovilla, Chad Worl, Nathan Antio, Doug Wing, Josh Patzer, David Hill, Andy with a long punch list and sub- Senior Center picnic This information is not especially Alumni banquet which will be held and how it continues to shape their cates; Bible records; land and pro- They have been granted an audition involved in the process. Mayer, Eric Leith, Adam Hall, and Ami Sherwood. (Joe Cheshire photo) mitting the results to North Central. ; valuable to me right now; but * Saturday evening and those who are lives. 1 can practically guarantee bate records; wills; census records; at station WENR in Chicago. They WWII involved men and women In other matters, the Board ap- ' researchers 20 or more years from so fortunate as to hold an invitation that when you read their stories, you reservations deadline is June 14 and obituaries and cemetery re- were brought in line for the radio of all ages. Some of my fellow vet- For ALL your proved opening Schools of Choice now will need to know this informa- are to be congratulated. will be haunted by them long after June 14 is the deadline for making person and the catered meal in- cords. audition in a "Search for Talent erans are in their 90s now, if they slots. Under new state rules, th you put down the magazine. LOCAL NEWS paid reservations for the 24 annual cludes grilled marinated chicken ' tion to find where grandpa, grand- Contest" a year ago. During the past week fifteen or are still living. And we are losing The workshop is open to anyone schools no longer have to adopt breast, hamburgers, bratwurst, ' ma, or other relatives are buried. twenty more men, carpenters, 1 suppose all of us who lived To Subscribe to the subscribe to the North Berrien Senior Center Picnic interested in working on his/her 30 YEARS AGO - 1970 this group by thousands every year. Schools of Choice resolutions. Dis- through those times have our own at Deer Forest, Coloma. baked beans, potato salad, fresh it is also an indication of the An apple harvesting machine de- laborers and mechanics have been I was almost too young for WWII. family tree. Those wishing to join TRI-CITY RECORD tricts are required to set and publish fruit and vegetables, coffee, and migration pattern of those who have added to the force at the paper mill stories. The most cruel are the tales The annual picnic will begin at the DAR will find the assistance veloped by Friday Tractor Company In 1943, when I enlisted in the Air TRI-CITY RECORD the number of slots available in all of those who had to go through it on Call 463r6397 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 21, lemonade. served this country and are reaching of Hartford is featured this month in and the work of getting the big plant Force, 1 was 18. One year out of especially useftil. If you require ad- the spot. To me all of them, men and includes a catered meal, bingo Seniors can call the Senior Center ' their "golden years and is an indica- Nation's Agriculture magazine. The in readiness for the machinery is high school and no career estab- ditional information, please call and women, are heroes. It was the Dial 463-NEWS games and free admission into Deer at 468-3366 for additional informa- tion of where one might find a liv- self-propelled machine, one of moving along at a more rapid pace. lished. I can remember listening to Ema Mae at (616) 473-2163. wrong place, the wrong time, and a Forest, where seniors can enjoy the tion. ing member of that group who may which is used on each side of the Mr. Bartley Hannan is visiting at some of my older friends talking President's Student chilling, sobering national experi- day. A paid reservation reserves a seat be related to you. There's still time... tree, consists of a tall shaker boom the home of Ed Broderick in Hagar about getting back to their wives, ence. LOMA MOVIE GUIDE The cost for the picnic is $8 per at the picnic. There is still time to register for and a catching frame with flaps ar- Township. children and careers. 1 could con- Technology... Marion and 1 both have our memo- Service Scholarship the Celebrating the Century! Con- ranged like a Venetian blind to slow Watervliet High School and New tribute little to those conversations. GLADIATOR — (Held Over!) Stars Russell Crowe. Set in ancient CD-ROM technology is being ries. We can both pinpoint the exact ference at the Grand Wayne Con- down the apples as they roll to a Buffalo High School Baseball teams I hadn't been anywhere or done Rome, a general is reduced to a career as a gladiator when the prince, ; touted as "the way" to preserve his- moment at which we came to know vention Center, Fort Wayne, Indi- conveyor at the bottom. The maga- will play at Watervliet Saturday anything in a career way. There was fearing the general as a rival, strips him of his rank and family. (Rated "R") • torical documents and photographs that the war we were in was wrong, awarded to HHS senior ana. Early registration ends 10 June zine article pointed out the wide afternoon. Come and see the game. a sweet girl waiting for me to get DINOSAUR - Live action animation. Dinosaurs roam the earth at ; by some. Others, however, do not wrong, wrong. I was teaching at the By Joe Cheshire agers for McCain" campaign, along 2000. The conference runs from 19- variety of fruit harvesting equip- 60 YEARS AGO - 1940 back, but 1 had absolutely no idea prehistoric times. (Rated "PG") • agree. University of Michigan while fin- Jeff Walls, a senior at Hartford with being a member of "Teens for Watervliet fruit [Kchange 22 July 2000. For information, call ment which has been developed by Five o'clock this morning the what I would do with my life after SHANGHAI NOON - Jackie Chan and Owen Wilson star. The Far Experts in the field say that al- ishing my Ph. D. Part of my job was High School, has been awarded a Spencer" in the Spencer Abraham (219) 421-1225 or go to www.acpl. the firm. members of the [Watervliet] gradu- the war. In fact, "after the war" was East and Wild West collide when an Imperial guardsman comes to America though placing scanned documents to supervise university students out President's Student Service Scholar- Senate campaign. lib.in.us. Submitted by Hartford Public ating class left for Detroit on their not a reality in my mind. to rescue a kidnapped Chinese princess. (Rated "PG-13") on CD-ROM is a great way to make in the neighboring towns doing their ship by the Corporation for National The Corporation for National Ser- Library from microfilm copies of annual trip. Superintendent Harold After some indecision and soul- the information available to many Queries... student teaching. Service and Hartford Lions Club in vice funds $500 of the $1,000 the Hartford Day Spring. Hours: searching, 1 did get my family and I would like to hear from you if Crocker and Mr. and Mrs. Andrew MAY 26 THRU JUNE 1 Let's Get Growing! folks. Leading historians emphasize One soft spring morning over by recognition of his outstanding ser- scholarship which is matched with a Monday & Wednesday, 11 a.m.-7 Hutchins accompanied the group. career. The girl back there helped to * SHOWT1MES SAT-MON ONLY that it is NOT, nor should it be, used you are a descendant of the local Plymouth, Michigan, I had to sit vice to the community. locally funded scholarship of at p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat- The Emil Planko family enter- push me, and the GI Bill made it WWW.MOORETHEATRES.COM THURSDAYS B.Y.O.B VBulk Garden Seed VPet Supplies as a preservation method. families with the surnames of either and wait while a funeral procession Announced by President Clinton least $500 from the school, a local urday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. tained guests from Chicago Sunday. possible. If you have scanned photos and Wigent, Finch, Famum or Fay; passed. It was long....stretching to LOMA 468 LOMA COLOMA and then administered by the Cor- civic group, business or faith-based y Bulk Grass Seeds ^C\nimal Feed Phone: 621-3408 Clarence Marutz of St. Joseph is the In Korea, we were not sure. I al- other documents, be sure to proper- please contact me. I have out-of- the crack of doom. The funeral poration for National Service, the organization. new meat cutter and grocery clerk at most got pulled back in by the Air FREE POP & POPCORN EVERY SHOW Flats of Flowers & Vegetables, ly archive the original paper docu- state descendants seeking informa- coach and following cars were piled President's Service scholarships are According to Harris Wofford, the Harris & Alfmg grocery and Force Reserve, but lucked out. No GLADIATOR 1:00* 4:00 7:20 R ment. That way, the original will be tion on all of the above families and high with flowers. Next came a car awarded to high school juniors or VAcjuu COLOMA COURIER regrets....I'd had enough anyway. 1:10*2:45*4:40 6:50 8:35 PG Chief Executive Officer of the V Aqua Kleen Shade 1 market. DINOSAUR around in the next century . would like to connect them with Then came Vietnam. And we have with the honor guard...all young, seniors to recognize an exemplary Corporation for National Service, 100 YEARS AGO -1900 30 YEARS AGO - 1970 SHANGHAI NOON 1:30*4:20 7:00 9:0 ^Tomato Cages & more Properly archiving paper items in- some of the local descendants. not really been able to get beyond handsome, and sad. Then the fam- record of community service. "With their idealism, optimism and The Congregational Church is The Watervliet Township Plan- ' eludes keeping them dry, sur- Thanks. that. Over the years since that time ily. As about a mile of cars passed 637-1662 Walls is Student Representative to energy, young people are a great receiving a new coat of paint with- ning committee will hold a public MICH-3 Get your garden going! rounded by acid free or archival I am also continuing to seek in- it seems as though more and more in this last ceremony for a boy who the Hartford School Board, along resource to the community; and the out and within and like its little meeting for the purpose of discuss- MOVIE CARD -A GIFT OF A GREAT TIME materials and pest free. Never store formation on local businesses as a people have come to believe that the had been shipped back from Viet- with being President of the Hartford President's Student Service Chal- Methodist sister will be made ulti- ing sewer service to a section of the part of the ongoing project in con- nam, 1 pondered. When the last car 1:25*4:05 6:50 9:20 SPRING SPECIAL! them in an attic or basement unless mately whiter than snow. whole thing was a horrible mistake. MISSION IMPOSSIBLE 2 Student Council, and was Hartford's lenge Program imparts on young junction with the North Berrien His- Township. was gone, I was forever against that the area would be a comfortable 60 YEARS AGO - 1940 Just recently we watched a film on ROAD TRIP 1:40*4:35 7:05 9:30 R Boys State Representative for 1999. people the importance of service by torical Society. If you have infor- For the second time in recent war. 18-3-5 Weed & Feed, just $9.95 place for you to live. Amie's ice cream shop on Paw TV "Indochina," Starring Cath- SCREWED 9:40 PG13 He serves as Youth Minister at Im- giving back to the students who mation, let me know. months, Harding's Market in Water- Marion had an even more dramatic Paw Street opposite Kolberg's gro- erine Deneuve. To me she will al- FLINTSTONES:VIVA ROCK 2:00* 4:20 7:20 pc. maculate Conception Catholic serve their communities." Diazinon Grubout, just $6.95 Did you know...? vliet has been the target of burglars. lesson. She worked for a time as a If you would like to have your cery and market, which • has been ways be one of the most beautiful Church in Hartford, is a member of In addition to overseeing the Presi- Senior citizens are the largest Slate police reported the theft was volunteer al the VA hospital in Ann SERVICE SERVICE SERVICE j queries, reunion notices or other closed for the winter, has been com- women ever to grace the silver READY NILES 683-1112 the chess team that finished eighth dent's Student Service Challenge group of computer users. They are almost identical to that which oc- Arbor. One of her patients was a 19- e ' information of genealogical interest pletely repainted and redecorated on screen. The story chronicles the 1:00*3:55 6:50 9:20 PG13 in state competition, and a member Program, the Corporation for J: using computers not only for genea- curred Thursday at Harding's Mar- MISSION IMPOSSIBLE 2 appear here, type or neatly write year-old boy sent back from Asia. of the Students of the Round Table. both the interior and the exterior decadence and the fall of French 12:45*3:40 7:30 R National Service administers Ameri- fc logy but to plan trips for research He was in a circular bed that could GLADIATOR Watervliet Fruit Exchange your information and mail to: and is now open for business again. culture in Indo-China (read Viet- He has obtained the rank of Corps, National Senior Service ^ and pleasure, to stay in touch with be turned in any direction to help SHANGHAI NOON 1:15*4:20 7:10 9:30 PG13 Carole Kiernan, P. O. Box 81, Wa- The table and seats in the place nam) in the '20s and '30s. "Certified Lifeguard" and was ac- Corps, Learn and Serve America their grandchildren and other family his circulation....his lower body 12:35*2:40*4:45 7:00 8:40 PG tervliet, Ml 49098. You may also e- have been painted in blue with other And 1 was struck again how much DINOSAUR tive in the school play. and, thus, creates opportunities for ]\e 're more than farm supplies members, and to continue contact was completely gone. THUR BRING YOUR OWN BAG FOR FREE FRESH POPCORN mail queries or questions to be decorations in the place to match. their rubber plantations resembled Walls has received a nomination to Americans of all ages to serve their •: with old friends. In addition to be- As we sat and drank coffee in our answered here in the future only to: The proprietors are anticipating a our own cotton fields in the Ameri- West Point and chaired the "Teen- communities. •: ing e-mail users, many have their dining room she told me how his Red Arrow Hwy., 463-3187 carolekiernan@hotmaiL com. good season this year, which will be Tom Smith can South before the Civil War. own Web site. eyes haunted her. Next day when their second season in Coloma. This You'd think we could learn from she went on duty, he was gone. In shop makes its own ice cream. what happened to the French in the night he had reached a cord that 30 YEARS AGO-1970 TRACTOR Asia...but we went in and tried to controlled his bed, wrapped it May 24th is Forrest Merritt Day in do what they could not. MOVIE Private property was the around his neck and then punched the Coloma area. That's the day Now the May-June issue of "Mod- Strokes the button to tighten it. original source of freedom. Forrest Merritt, deputy superinten- em Maturity" magazine has come SALES How can we ever forget those It still IS* ""Wtltcf Lippmann dent of the Coloma Community out. It is the copy with Paul New- things? How can we ever let them Schools, will be honored upon com- Landini - Long - Kloli Tractors man on the cover. If you are not old happen again? On this Memorial Maek Spech pletion of 45 years in education. A Orchard and Vegetable Sprayers G... GUIDGeneral Audience. E WESTERN TERRACE For the family values of Watervliet Day, think about it. reception and dinner are planned for PG.. Parental Guidence. Some material may not be suited for children. Call 983-0011 come to Western Terrace. Mowers - Forklifts Forrest Merritt day, with a reception PG-13 Parents strongly cautioned. PARTS FOR ALL MAKES R..Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or legal guardian. scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Difficlut to Udnerstnad CAR, TRUCK & FARM TIRES NC 17 No one under 17 admitted. Washington Elementary School all- purpose room and the dinner start- 621-2001,463-6141 Stroke maeks wurds difficlut tew rede. ing at 6 p.m. at the Coloma High Senior Citizen Discount 69760 RED ARROW HWV, HARTFORD School cafeteria. HARTFORD HIGH SCHOOL... Submitted by Vi Viscuso, Assis- senior Jeff Walls received the tant Librarian at Coloma Public on all parts & labor! President's Student Service Scho- Library, from the Coloma Cou- MISSION IMPOSS- larship. (Joe Cheshire photo) You are at greater risk if you: rier newspaper donated by the SHANGHAI WITH COUPON WO Years Ago Tri-City Record. Hours: Monday, SIBLE 2 (PG 13) • Are 55 or older. THIS EXPIRES Fri: 1:00,2:15.3:35,4 45,6:10,7:30, Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m.- NOON • Have a family history of stroke. COUPON 6-30-00 8:45 Local student Automotive 5:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thurs- at Paw Paw Lake Fri: 12:50, 2:10, 3:20,4:35, Sal: 10:20, 11:40, 1:00,2:15,3:35, • Have had a stroke. day, 1-5:30 p.m. and 6:30-8:30 By Rick Rasmussen 5:40,6:50,8:05,9:15, 4:45,6:10, 7:30, 8:45. 10:00, 11:15 • Have high blood pressure. p.m.; & Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. earns CMU Complete Automotive Specialist THE COLOMA COURIER 10:30, 11:40 • Smoke. Phone: 468-3431 • Have diabetes. Open M-F, 8:30am-5:30pm 7033 Red Arrow Hwy, Coloma 468-4252 NEWSPAPER Sat: 10:20, 11:40, 12:50, ROAD TRIP (R) Leader • Have heart and/or vascular disease. Friday, May 25,1900 2:10,3:20,4:35,5:40, 6:50, Fri: 2:35,4:30, 6:35,8:35, A Coloma correspondent to the 10:40 • Have an increase in your red blood cell count. Rural Press says: "Dr. Baker's train 8:05,9:15, 10:30,11:40 Sat: 10:35, 12:35,2:35,4:30, Advancement ran away Sunday with a load of WINNERS OF DRAWINGS AT THE TRADE FAIR...Fruitbelt 6:35,8:35, 10:40 household goods." Hearing Center, owned by Jerry Thiele, drawing winners are: (from Scholarship There are many skeptics and To reduce your risk: DINOSAUR SCREWED (PG13) Jeffrey Walls of Hartford is among scoffers in this section who would the left) Vitus Frazier, standing in for Pat Frazier, a 30-minute Mus- cles in Motion Massage; Richard Collis, camping chairs; Jerry Thiele, Daily: 1:05,4:15,6:40,9:10 42 of the state's top high school stu- • Don't smoke. be glad to exploit the fractious and $13.00 owner of Fruitbelt Hearing Center; and Joyce Melvin, dinner for two Fri & Sat LATE: 11:05 p.m. dent leaders to receive a Leader Ad- • Treat diabetes. frolicsome character of Dr. Baker's (PG) Sat & Sun EARLY: 11:05 a.m. vancement Scholarship to attend • Eat a healthy diet. a year off the single copy news stand price of the Tri-City Record when you homemade iron horses or chronicle at the Waffle House. (Tina Marek photo) Fri: 1:25,2:25,3:25,4:25,5:25,6:25, Central Michigan University this subscribe to your hometown newspaper for Coloma, Hartford and Watervliet... disaster to his trains. Dr. Baker's 7:25,8:25,9:25, 10:25, 11:25 • Be physically active. Sat: 10:25, 11:25, 12:25, 1:25,2:25, trains will never run away while BATTLEFIELD fall. • Maintain a healthy weight. An annual subscription to the Record is just $26 a year or $47 for 2 years when mailed in 3:25,4:25. 5:25,6:25, 7:25,8:25. The four-year renewable award Chief Engineer John Upmhrey • Control high blood pressure. Berrien and Van Buren Counties. Mailed elsewhere in Michigan the subscription is $30 for 9:25, 10:25, 11:25 EARTH (PG13) covers the cost of 12 credit hours holds the reins. STEAM CLEANING • Get regular medical checkups. 1 year and $55 for 2 years. Subscriptions out of state are $35 & $65. Combination of local Fri: 2:30.7:00, 11:35 each week and is valued at approxi- THE WATERVLIET RECORD Sal: 10:00,2:30.7.00, 11:35 & out of state subs are $32 for 1 year & $59 for 2 years. PLEASE USE THIS FORM TO mately $4,800 overall. It is among NEWSPAPER VS. SHAMPOOING?? CENTER STAGE ORDER OR TO RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU USE THE the first scholarships in Michigan to Friday, May 25, 1900 CORRECT MAILING ADDRESS & ALLOW 3 WEEKS FOR YOUR SUBSCRIPTION TO BEGIN ASK YOURSELF TNIS QUESTION... (PG13) provide financial assistance specifi- l.M. Allen is building three new HELD UP (PG13) WHERE BOES THE BUT 607...THIIIK MOilT IT!! Pri: 1:50.4:!5.6:40,9:10, 11:40 cally for student leaders. NAME cottages on Forest Beach and his Fri: 5:00, 9:35 Stroke is an Emergency! Dial 911 Sal: 11:20. 1:50,4:15,6:40,9:10, 11:40 CMU selected the recipients based bam and bowling alley are nearly I Wl USI A TRUCK-MOUNTID I Sat: 12:30,5:00,9:35 MAILING ADDRESS completed. I stkuw cuwnwc sYsriiiti | on high school grades, standardized GLADIATOR (R) test scores, and a leadership profile Visit the (S) CITY, ST ATE & ZIP Fri: 2:00, 3:30, 5:00,6:30, 8:00,9:30, FREQUENCY detailing involvement in school and 11:00 community activities. COMMUNITY HOSPITAL amount enclosed (check or money order, no cash please) Paw Paw Lake Store Don's Carpet Cleaning 02959 75rd St., South Haven (1st building n of Wal-Mart) Sat: 11:00, 12:30,2:00,3:30,5:00, (PG13) Walls, the son of James and Mar- Fri: 2:20,4:50,7:20,9:45, 12:00 Medical Park, Watervliet, Ml 49098, 463-3111 ' Books about the history of SW Michigan 6S7-SS08 Or 6S7-44M 6:30,8:00,9:30, 11:00 guerite Walls, is a graduate of Hart- Charge to Visa, Discover or Master Card # Sal: 11:45,2:20,4:50, 7:20,9:45, 12:00 Memorabilia about Paw Paw Lake ford High School where he was • PROFESSIONAL CARPET CLEANING • WHERE THE HEART IS and expiration date Unique gifts and artwork 18 YEARS OF LOCAL EXPERIENCE! U-57I (PGI3) President of the Student Council, a 178 Paw Paw St., Coloma 468-9397 (PG13) "Tkare's a Treason Cotn/nunity is Our First Name" "WHEN WE LEAVE YOUR HOUSE, SO DOES Fri: 1:30,3:55,6:30.8:55, 11:25 Fri: 2:40, 5:05, 7:15,9:40, 11:55 School Board Student Representa- Your phone number (for confirmation) Wed. - Sat. 10am - 5pm Sat: 10:00. 12:20.2:40.5:05.7:15, , tive, and a Students of the Round Visit mt Wibiii tw tolpfcl cliaiig lip. wwwion c*|iUi{st*.cM Sal: 10:30.1:30, 3:55.6:30,8:55. 11:25 Sunday 1 Gam - 2pm 9:40, 11:55 Table participant. Mail to Tri-City Record, P.O. Box 7, Watervliet, MI 49098 (21-15) I i ) May 24, 2000 Tri-City Record I'age 7 Page 6 Tri-City Record May 24,2000 member of the Youth Group at First Legion Post 6, Holland; Life Mem- Survivors include: his wife, Jessie Assembly of God, St. Joseph. ber of Veterans of Foreign Wars (Jones) Scherer of St. Joseph; two To Subscribe to the Survivors include: his father and Post 4249, Newaygo, Michigan; and daughters-Penny Elaine (Kenneth) Tri-City Area Obituaries TRI-CITY RECORD National Honor Society inducts new members at WHS stepmother, John and Diane Gunn member of DAV Chapter 14, Hoi- Wilson of Watervliet and Darlene CHARLES BAHUS of Watervliet; his mother and step- land. He attended Zion Lutheran Crumb of St. Joseph; seven grand- Dial 463-NEWS Charles Bahus, 80, of Benton Har- father, Sharon (Milnickel) and Scott Church and worked at Wolbrink- children; 10 great-grandchildren; bor, died Saturday, May 13, 2000. ROBERT L. BROOKFIELD Liggett of Eau Claire; a brother, Lievense Insurance for more than and a sister, Betty Arent of Benton at Lakeland Specialty Hospital. Robert ("Bob") Lyle Brookfield, Eric Schmidt of Kalamazoo; four 20 years. More recently, he worked Harbor. He was preceded in death ) Cremation has taken place. A me- 77, of Hartford, died Friday, May sisters-Lisa Gunn, Shawna Gunn, part time at Family Fare in Holland, by: his parents, Adam and Grace iiiorial service will be held at I p.m. 19, 2000, at his home after a leng- Ashley Gunn and Bethany Gunn, all Survivors include: his children- (Jackson) Scherer; a sister, Juanita Saturday, May 27, at Reigle Funeral thy illness. of Watervliet; his grandfather, Clar- Wilma and John Kelemen of Colo- Kotyuk; and a brother, Clifford CERTIFIED Home Colonial Chapel, with burial A memorial Mass of Christian ence Gunn of Watervliet; his ma, Sherry and Gary French of Scherer. of ishes to follow at Argentine burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. grandmother, June Derring of Ben- South Haven, and Linda and Tom I 'Wnship Cemetery. Friday, June 30, at Immaculate ton Harbor; and his great-grand- Hysell-Thomton of Fresno, Califor- MICHAEL L. ST. JOHN AUTO ••• Mr. Bahus was bom March 20, Conception Catholic Church of mother, Neva Wright of Benton nia; special friend, Alice Doggen- Michael L. ("Mike") St. John, 53, 1920 in Galesburg. Illinois, the son Hartford, of which he was a mem- Harbor. dorf of Holland; six grandchildren; of Granger, Indiana, formerly ot ber. AS per nis wisnes, cremation REPAIR of Charles and Rosa Bahus. sisters—Wilma Philips of Ionia and Benton Harbor, died Sunday after- has taken place and burial of the ALOIS ("LOUIE") HANIKA Vema Belle and Al Bemor of Or- noon. May 14, 2000, at St. Joseph cremains will be in Maple Hill DWIGHT BRINK Alois ("Louie") Hanika, formerly tonville, Michigan; and several Regional Medical Center, South Cemetery, Hartford. Visitation was Dwight Brink, 84, of Watervliet. of Coloma, died Thursday, May 11, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Bend, Indiana. held from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May Services were held at 11 a.m. \ died Tuesday, May 23, 2000. 2000, at Birch wood Nursing Center C.A.R. ? 21, at Calvin Funeral Home, Hart- Funeral services will be held Fri- in Traverse City. ELSA JIMENEZ Thursday, May 18, at Hickey Fu- ford. The family requests that, in day, May 26, at 1:00 p.m. at Water- Cremation has taken place. Serv- Elsa Jimenez, daughter of Mario neral Home in South Bend, with lieu of flowers, donations be made vliet Free Methodist Church. Visi- ices will be held at a later date. and Maria Jimenez of Riverside, Pastor Emeritus Dr. Charles R. 468-5555 to Immaculate Conception Catholic tation will take place from 4 to 8 Memorials may be made to the was stillborn Wednesday, May 17, Wood of Grace Baptist Church, Church or Hospice of Van Buren > p m Thursday at Davidson Chapel, Humane Society of Southwest 2000, at Community Hospital, Wa- Granger, officiating. Cremation fol- FRONT END County. Florin Funeral Service, Coloma. Michigan or to the family. tervliet. lowed the service. Friends called Mr. Brookfield was bom January Burial will be in Byers Cemetery in Mr. Hanika was bom January 27, Services were held at 9:30 a.m. from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the ALIGNMENT 5, 1923, in Dowagiac, the son of il Bainbridge Township. Memorial 1924, in Poschitz, Egerland (Ger- Monday, May 22, in the chapel at funeral Home. In lieu of flowers. Indudcs front wheel drives & 4X4 P/U ; Frank and Nettie (Petcher) Brook- NEW INDUCTEES...Thc Watervliet Chapter of the National Honor Society inductcd 11 Watervliet donations may be made to Forgot- many). He served as a paratrooper North Shore Memory Gardens, Ha- memorials may be made to St. Jo- field. He was a veteran of the U.S. High School students during ceremonies held Wednesday, May 17. The inductees were: (seated, from ten Man's Ministries or the Free in World War II, being held as a gar Shores. Burial was in North seph County Cancer Society, 711 E. $23.95 & Up Marines, serving in World War II. the left) sophomore Eric Krieger and juniors William Belter, Nicole Dlouhy, Gregory Harper and Methodist Church, of which he was prisoner of war in Watervliet. He Shore Memory Gardens. Colfax, South Bend, IN 46617. MOST AMERICAN MADE CARS He was a partner in R&B Motors Kayla Mack; (standing, from the left) juniors Travis Mack, Stephanie Morlock and Sidra Tees, and a member. farmed for many years for Evertt In addition to her parents, survi- Mr. St. John was bom September Open Mon-Fri 8:30-5:30 Sales of Hartford in 1957; formerly seniors Frisha Brule, Chuck Wieand and Caroline Karlsson. The program included guest speaker Mr. Brink was bom November 4, Fisher and then worked at Water- vors include: a sister and brother, 13, 1946, in Traverse City to Joseph DOWNTOWN COLOMA owned Brookfield Ford of Water- Superintendent Bob Gabel. Gail Wells is advisor to the Watervliet National Honor Society. 1915, in Benton Harbor. He gradu- vliet Paper Mill for 25 years. Maria Jimenez and Gabriel Jime- and Lydia (Broomhead) St. John. VISA & MASTER CARDS ACCEPTED vliet from 1964 to 1970; Brookfield ated from Eau Claire High School, Survivors include: his former wife, nez, both at home; patemal grand- He graduated from Benton Harbor (Carole Kiernan photo) OFFICERS...of the Watervliet Chapter of the National Honor Society are: (seated, from the left) Ford & Mercury of Ohio; and most Berrien County Normal, and re- Anna Hanika; five children-Ursula parents, Maria and Miguel Jimenez High School in 1964 and attended Shanell Sloan, President; Amy /.iemke, Vice President; Candice Cahill, Secretary; (standing, from recently owned Brookfield Chrysler ceived his bachelor of science and (Bob) Larsen, Barbara (Tom) Orr, of Mexico; and matemal grandpar- Lake Michigan College. He was the left) School Board representatives William Belter, Eric Krieger, Nicole Dlouhv and Sidra Tees, Plymouth Dodge and Jeep of Wa- master of arts degrees from Westem and Michael, Christopher and Elisa ents, Celina and Filiberto Rodriguez former owner of St. John Liquor GOLDEN and Jason Elliott, Treasurer. (Carole Kiernan photo) tervliet. He built many homes in Michigan University. He taught Hanika; five grandchildren; a sister, of Mexico. Stop in Mishawaka, Indiana, and this area, touched many lives within school in Cass and Berrien counties. Anna Acimovic of Brooklyn, Con- was currently employed by Seyferts the community, and enjoyed retire- ^i/ne-s In 1955, he was honored as Rural necticut; and two brothers and four KENNETH W. LAWSON Foods, Fort Wayne, Indiana, as a ment in Florida. Teacher of the Year from Michigan sisters in Germany. Kenneth W. Lawson, 77, of Water- salesman. He enjoyed bowling; gar- Survivors include: his wife, the by Prairie Farmer Magazine and vliet, died Sunday, May 21, 2000, at dening; and golfing with his best by Puzzled? Last day for former Cecelia Parascandolo, whom WLS Radio Station. He was ap- ROBERT D. HOFFMAN Community Hospital in Watervliet. friend. Vic Russo. Vemon B. he married on October II, 1947; m pointed to a committee on elemen- Robert D. Hoffrnan, 57, of Benton A Memorial Mass will be held at Survivors include: his wife, the Canada ish somebtxly could help you put your car three daughters-Jeffri Brookfield, free physicals tary education by Dr. Lynn M. Bart- Harbor, died Wednesday, May 17, 10 a.m. Thursday, May 25, at St. former Vicky Jones, whom he mar- Administrator Ph. D., of Hickory, North Carolina, lett, state Superintendent of Public 2000, at Lakeland Hospital, St. Jo- Joseph Catholic Church, Watervliet, ried June 3, 1992, in Las Vegas, jnsurance puzzle together? As a local professional Monica (Bob) Anderson of Hart- Instruction. seph, after a short illness. of which he was a member. A me- Nevada; a stepdaughter, Ashley for Coloma ford, and Robbin (Rick) Chapman inJe|XMiJent insurance agency dm Mr. Brink taught 24 years in rural Funeral services were held at 10 morial visitation will be held from Johnston of Granger; two sons- THE VALUE OF of Georgetown, Texas; a son, Don- schools. In 1962, Mr. Alwood, Su- a.m. Monday, May 22, at Fairplain 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, followed Michael J. of Ypsilanti and Wade RESILIENCE Athletes is ald Brookfield of Hartford; three ivpivseniin^ Aufo-CVnerc Insurance / perintendent of Coloma Community Chapel, Florin Funeral Service, by a memorial service at Davidson M. St. John of Stevensville; his Life is formed by events and grandsons-Jason Anderson, Eric Schools, appointed him Principal of Benton Harbor, where visitation Chapel, Florin Funeral Service, mother-in-law and father-in-law, the way in which we respond to Anderson, and Brandon Anderson; (< Mnpmv. we're up to the challenge. May 25 Coloma Elementary School, a posi- was held from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Coloma. His body has been donated Jean and Paul Robinson of South them. While some people are laid three granddaughters-Autumn (Jay) at er a v ar one The Coloma Medical Center will tion he held for 18 years. In 1965, Burial was in Crystal Springs to the University of Michigan. Me- Bend; ^ ^ "^^ ^ ' ^ 'i ^ ^ low by losses, others remain un- Inr jvace-* >l-mintl protcctit »n Johnston, Ashleigh Anderson, and boutn bend; brothers-in-law-Rick offer free physicalsfor Coloma ath- Superintendent William Barrett ap- Cemetery, Benton Harbor. Memori- morials may be made to St. Joseph daunted by misfortune. One of Jordan Anderson; a great-grandson, (Shelly) Huff of South Bend, Dave letes in grades 8-11 in the Coloma pointed him Director of the new als may be made to the Oncology Catholic Church, Watervliet. the qualities that separates the ami all your insurance needs, Aaron Smith; three sisters-Beatrice (Jackie) Huff of Watervliet, Art High School gymnasium on Thurs- Title I Reading Program; and he Department at Lakeland Hospital, Mr. Lawson was bom March 21, former type of people from the (Hank) Velthouse, Rose Duck, and Jones, and Carl Jones of Michigan; day, May 25, beginning at 3:00 p.m. was also appointed Director of the St. Joseph. 1923, in Coloma. He was a World later is resilience, which is the toniaci ii^ lulay! Glennie Wilson; and many nieces a sister-in-law, Lisa (Greg) Wal- There will be two doctors and two Migrant Program when it started in Mr. Hoffman was bom August 16, War II veteran of the U.S. Navy, ability to recover from an adverse and nephews. lace; and many dear friends and nurses present. Coloma. He retired from Coloma 1942, in Watervliet and had lived in owner of the Kenneth Lawson In- change. Although some people Page 10 Tri-City Record May 24, 2000 293, on December 6, 1990, and requires an annual registra- months after return of service of this $337.63 taxes paid for 1994; double and two singles, while Josh May 24, 2000 Tri-City Record Page 11 t on ns e dated June 6, 1990. ' ' ' i P ction, and rental certifi- notice, upon payment to the treas- Amount necessary to redeem. Groendyk and Garland each added a cat on Press Box & Area Sports had a double, a single, and four To Mary Marguerite Susan, Trus- ' of a'l "residential" buildings urer of the county in which the $506.45, plus the fees of the SheriIT. pair of singles. Want Ads & Public Notices 0CCU e RBIs; while Corie Meachum, Becky tee, Mary Marguerite Susan Revo- P' d pursuant to a verbal or property is located, of all sums paid This parcel is an improved residen- Hartford finished the regular sea- In the second game, Adam Vawter written lease agreement in which Paxon, and Corilyne Liebenthal cable Trust, 2006 Ontario Road, for the tax sale purchase, together tial parcel. son with a perfect 7-0 dual meet improved his mound record to 5-1 rental consideration is a condition From the each had a pair of singles. HOUSE FOR SALE HELP WANTED Niles, Ml 49120. with 50% in addition, and the fees Scott Shires record against conference teams. with an inning and a third of relief of occupancy, or if offered for of the sheriff for the service or cost Viking Fund, c/o Shires Financial In game two, Camell struck out 431 RIVERSIDE DRIVE-Water- LOCAL CHURCH HAS OPEN- Assignee of record of that As- Combined with the conference meet from Derek Camp. Tom McMich- rental. of publication of this notice. The Group Inc., 6657 W. Ottawa Ave- eight batters in a one-hit shutout vliet. Drive by and see our brick ING FOR AN ORGANIST-Duties signment of Mortgage recorded at win, no one else had a chance to de- ael had a three-run homer. Brad All said buildings shall be regis- performance. Lindsay Smith had home with fenced-in yard; 2-3 bed- would include practice with the Liber 1802, Page 964, on April 11, service or publication costs shall be nue, #C-8, Littleton, CO 80128. PRESS throne coach Doug Parran's girls. Flowers had three singles, Carl Gar- tered with the Benton Charter the same as for personal service of a To Mary A. Stevens, 1257 Superior i the key hit of the game for Hartford rooms, counting the newly finished choir Sunday mornings and playing 1997, and dated 10/13/95. The Hartford girls were active in land and Josh Groendyk each had Township Building Department summons on commencing a civil Street, Benton Harbor, Ml 49022. with an RBI single that scored the attic. Beautiful brick and woodwork for the regular Sunday moming Frankle & Associates, P.L.L.C. Division III Regional action as well two singles, while Kenny Ashley after June 5, 2000, in accordance to game's only run. throughout; large sunken living service. Competitive wages. Inter- By: Lawrence I. Frankle, Attorney action, without other additional cost Frankle & Associates, P.L.L.C. last week. The Lady Indians added a three-run double. BOX The Lady Indians then took on the Rental Housing Ordinance. Reg- or charge. If payment as described By: Lawrence I. Frankle, Attorney room; appliances stay, including ested persons should contact the for Tax Lien Holder finished seventh as a team but sent Coloma then took on St. Joseph in for Tax Deed Holder Watervliet in a doubleheader and huge air conditioner that cools in church office at 468-5379 or send a 121 W. Merchant Street istration fee is $35.00 per unit. We in this notice is not made, the un- several participants to the upcoming a single game and beat the highly- 4 121 W. Merchant Street By fell by scores of 8-2 and 7-2. minutes. Asking $74,900. Please resume to St. Paul's UCC, 1650 N. New Buffalo, Ml 49117 encourage early registration to dersigned will institute proceedings state meet. Sarah Klug took second rated Bears by a 6-5 score. Kenny (18-4) New Buffalo, Ml 49117 Mike Leith In the first game, the Lady Indians call for more information. 621- Bainbridge Center Road, Water- avoid last minute scheduling diffi- for possession of the property. place in both the discus and shot put Ashley got the mound win for culties. (21-4) Sportswriter were up 2-0 going into the fourth 4548. vliet, MI 49098. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY to qualify, Lindsay Olds took Coloma, going the whole distance. At the time of registration, an in- inning before falling behind. Aimee (19-4) (21-1) Plat, Addition or other Description second in the 400 run to qualify, Tom McMichael had another three- formational packet will be distrib- Camell took the mound loss, with Village or City and County There are so many exciting things while the 3200-relay team qualified run homer, Brad Flowers had two uted. It will contain a copy of the Becky Paxon getting a single on NOW HIRING FOR SALE STATE OF MICHIGAN to write about this week as Tri-City as well. Klug also set new school singles and two RBIs, and Doug •i. -i A Ordinance, inspection form, phone Due to the May 29 holiday, offense. RN's/LPN's: Countryside Nursing Steel buildings, new, must sell PUBLIC NOTICE County of Berrien Area athletes are making their mark records in both the discus and the Ashley added two singles. THE COLOMA/HAGAR BRAVES WON...first place with a 4-0 rec- numbers, and other helpftil infor- deadline for the Tri-City In the second game, Camell took Centre of South Haven has full- and 30x40x12 was $10,200 now $6,990 WATERVLIET Lot 18, Broadway Addition to in all sports. You've got the Hart- shot put. To end the week, the Comets took ord in the Pre-Season Watervliet Tournament held May 7. Pictured mation. The first year's inspection the mound loss while Kim Ward part-time positions available for the 40x60x14 was $16,400 now Benton Harbor, according to the Record is 5 p.m. on ford girls track team, the Coloma on Brandywine in a conference are: (back row, from the left) manager Jeff Faultersack, coach Ron TOWNSHIP will primarily consist of Life Safety plat thereof recorded in Liber 2 of had two singles. 7-3 and 11-7 shift. New grads wel- $10,971 Friday, May 26. varsity baseball team, the Water- Coloma girls take doubleheader and swept the Bobcats Allred; (midde row, from the left) Taylor Hatfield, Blake Lucker, REGULAR MEETING issues. The second year will consist Plats, page(s) 52 of Berrien County The Lady Indians will have played come. Come and visit our beautiful 50x100x16 was $27,590 now Have a safe Memorial Day! vliet girls varsity softball team, and 6-3 and 6-4. Justin Johnson, Derrick Allred, Anthony Kiser; (front row, from the MAY 15, 2000-7:00 P.M. of the complete inspection. Both of Records. second at Division Marcellus at home by the time you wooded Lake Michigan setting and $19,990 the Coloma track teams making In the first game, the Comets got left) Luke Faultersack, Mathcw Thomas, Scott Winnell, Ryan Delk, SYNOPSIS these forms will be contained in the Parcel #11-53-1000-0018-00-0 read this, before getting ready for see why our employees enjoy Coun- 60x200x16 was $58,760 now waves. Let's start with the Hartford the win behind Brad Flowers' pitch- John Greco, and Joey Eschbach. Notice of transfer from Michigan packet for you use. II Regional District play next week. Look in $39,990 Common address: 1257 SuperiorK , 0 girls, just the same. tryside. Apply in person to: Coun- D ...... See LEGALS cont. on page 12 ing. Flowers struck out 11 batters 1-800-406-5126 Liquor Control Commission of li- For information or questions. Benton Harbor, Ml The Coloma girls track team took the District pairings section for their tryside Nursing Centre, 120 Base- and improved his record to 9-0 on 3 win. Marcie Stineman look the Becky Moser with a double. censed business with an SDD-SDM please contact: Lady Indians second place in last week's Division draw for the Division 11 District. line Rd.. South Haven. MI 49090. Pl-D Camp the season. Carl Garland had a loss, with Nicole Dlouhy getting The Lady Comets then took on Tom Bybee, C. PE, CCS II Regional track meet, just three (21-1) double and a single while Eric two singles, Nicole Forrester with league-leader Brandywine and to Elizabeth and Richard Marvin. Chief Building Official & three-peat as points behind champion Gull Lake. Hartford boys fall HELP WANTED Balsis rapped a pair of singles. two singles, and Crystal Petruk dropped a pair of tough games by HOMEWORKERS NEEDED-- Approval to relinquish ownership Zoning Administrator The Coloma girls had firsts in the FREE ESTIMATES AUCTION In the second game, Adam Vawter added a double. scores of 4-0 and 4-3. The Lady to Eau Claire $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! of Township half of abandoned road 616-925-0616 Ext. 131 first-place Red discus from Dana Calloway; the SAM'S STUMP REMOVAL & MONDAY, MAY 29 (MEMORIAL DAY), 10:00 A.M. improved his mound record to 6-1 In the second game, Stineman look Bobcats scored two runs in the first I he Hartford varsity baseball team No experience needed. Call 1-800- adjacent to Township owned Ter- (21-1) 200 dash from Teneisha Price; the TREE SERVICE-free estimates. Arrow champs and was actually pitching a no-hitter an 8-6 loss as the Lady Panthers inning of each of the games and played just two games last week race Grove Park LOCATED: 3 miles North/east of Eau Claire, Ml, at 5600 M-140. 400-relay team of Raykisha Cray- Free stump grinding with tree re- 440-1570 Ext. 5035 24 Hrs. - The Hartford girls track team won until the fifth inning. Marshall committed six errors. Nicole Coloma could not catch them in because of the weather. They fell in (21-4) Approval of motion to grade pri- AUTO: 1962 CORVAIR (convertible, 50,000 miles), late model CARS. ton, Stacie Howard, Becca Sanicki, moval. Call (616) 463-6017. PUBLIC NOTICE its third conference track title in as Champion and Tom McMichael either game. both of those games by scores of vate roads in township twice a year 24' PONTOON, 23' SAIL, 19' SPEED BOAT, TRACTORS, WIND- and Ebony Jones; and the 800 relay Dlouhy had two singles and Crystal (20-4) an STATE OF many years last week at Bangor, each had two doubles. Brad Flowers Petruk added a double. In game one, Tara Sieber struck 15-4 and 16-6 to league-leader Eau HELP WANTED d ^rest for dust control once a MILL, ANTIQUE FURNITURE & COLLECTIBLE GLASSWARE, with Teneisha Price, Krystle Weeks, GUNS, COINS, GOLD COINS, 2 complete estates, plus much more. with 141 points, to beat its nearest and Carl Garland each had a pair of Watervliet then took on Hartford out eight batters in the loss. Claire. PART TIME--Looking for depend- year of they desire it. MICHIGAN Stacie Howard, and Ebony Jones. BOOK YOUR PARTIES Held at "CLAY HILL RANCH" CONSIGNMENT AUCTION CEN- contender in the host Vikings with singles, while Josh Groendyk added in a twin bill and came away with In game two, the L.ady Comets Jeremy Parker took the mound loss able person for part-time help. Ap- Approval of purchase of computer BERRIEN COUNTY CIRCUIT There were no seconds but several HOME DECOR FEATURING TER. Call for complete brochure. Michiana's largest open air Auction 96. a double. wins of 8-2 and 7-2. ended the game with the tying run in the first game that went just five ply in person at Movie Library, 139 to be used only for new State of COURT - CIVIL DIVISION thirds, including Becca Sanicki in HOME INTERIORS PLUS GIFTS center. The Lady Indians had several first- The Comets will have played Con- In the first game, Hartford led 2-0 on third base. Tara Sieber had a innings. Matt Olds was saddled North Main Street, Watervliet. Michigan QVF system. LAND CONTRACT the high jump and Ebony Jones in -Sales, book parties, or home CLAY HILL RANCH, 5600 M-140, Eau Claire, Ml; place finishes, including a triple- stantine in a nonconference game until the fourth inning when the pair of singles in game two on with the loss in game two as the (21-1) Notice of State of Michigan P.A. FORFEITURE the shot put and 200 dash. Teneisha shows. Call (616) 463-6017. champ in Lindsay Olds. Olds took by the time you read this, as well as Lady Panthers plated five runs to offense. Indians gave up nine runs in the 245 of 1999 that requires munici- Charles Andrews, land contract Contact JERRY at 616-461-4318 evenings Price placed fourth in the 400 dash (20-4) the 100, 200 and 400 dashes, while playing a doubleheader against take the lead for good. Marcie The L.ady Comets will have played third inning. palities to set up a separate fiind for vendor, seeks to recover possession, CLASSMAN AUCTIONEERS & REAL ESTATE and will go to state, as her qualify- also chalking up a second in the Niles. They are supposed to have Stineman struck out six in the one- Constantine and Dowagiac by the Look for the draw for the Indians all construction inspection income money judgment and eviction, in Eau Claire, MI 616-461-6271 ing time was good enough to go. GARAGE SALE long jump. Lisa Williams took a their showdown with River Valley hit victory. Jen Olmsted had a time you read this. They will then in the District pairings section. FOR SALE and expenditures. land contract forfeiture by Robert FAX 616-461-6293 Those just listed through second TWO FAMILY GARAGE SALE- first in the high jump, Emily New- on Wednesday, May 24, at Coloma. home run and a single; Crystal host River Valley on Wednesday, Approval of extension of sewer Andrews, vendee. www.glassmanauctions.com place advance to the state meet. Friday & Saturday, May 26 & 27, at 1995 FORD 150 XLT num took a first in the 100 Districts start a week from this Petruk, Stineman, and Nicole May 24, to finish up this week. Watervliet boys lateral taps to property line of 7285 Property description: 933 Forest Licensed in Michigan & Indiana Coloma also had good efforts from 7761 Forest Beach Road, Water- intermediate hurdles; while the 800, Saturday, so look in the District Forrester each had two singles; Look in the District pairings EXTENDED CAB-- Paw Paw Ave. and 5057 N. Water- Watervliet, Michigan. Parcel Stacie Howard with a fourth in the fall to Bridgman vliet. Opens at 9:00 a.m. Children's 1600- and 3200-relay teams while Candice Butler, Candice section to see who the Lady Comets vliet Rd. 31; the north 69 feet of lots nine and long jump, along with fifths from pairings section to see when the The Watervliet varsity baseball and women's clothing, appliances, V-8, Loaded, 116,000 finished first as well. The 800 team Cahill, and Tara Smith each had will be playing in District action Approval of installation of sea ^ block seven, leveland home- PUBLIC NOTICE Tiffani Broussard in the discus and Comets will play next week. team fell to Bridgman last week by knickknacks & miscellaneous items. ten had Amanda Glasgow, Jessica Will- singles. next week. Miles. Asking $9,200. wall for firelane #16 if the adjoining acrei Watervliet, Berrien County, Raykasha Crayton in the 100 dash. scores of 14-3 and 10-5. (21-1) bum, Sar Rathgeb, and Lisa Wil- In the second game, Stineman property owner has a sea wall in- Michigan. CITY OF WATERVLIET Watervliet girls In the first game that went six liams; the 1600 team had Lisa Wil- struck out seven while the offense Hartford girls Call (616)983-1938. stalled on her lake frontage. Vendee may answer land contract Coloma baseball innings. Matt Rodriguez took the HELP WANTED (21-1) WATER RATES liams, Jessica Willbum, Amanda take own was busy again. Brandy Prince had Next Election: August 8, 2000- forfeiture at Berrien County Court- sweep Eau Claire loss with Eric Leith getting a pair of COLOMA COMMUNITY ORDINANCE #25.402 Glasgow, and Jennifer McKean; posts big week a home run and a double; Tara Primary (with proposals) house - Civil Division, 811 Port St., The Hartford girls varsity softball singles. SCHOOLS HAS IMMEDIATE SECTION 2: BASIS OF CHANGES and the 3200 team consisted of The Coloma boys varsity baseball Invitational Smith had a double; while Stine- Last day to register for this elec- St Joseph, MI 49085. Hearing to team downed Eau Claire in a Red In game two, Charlie Scheetz took OPENINGS FOR DRIVER EDU- Antiques On INSIDE CITY LIMITS Water per 1/m. gal. Sewer per 1/m. gal. Amanda Glasgow, Amy Martinez, team had a big week as it played six The Watervliet girls varsity man, Nicole Dlouhy, and Nicole tion is July 10,2000. occur on June 23, 2000, at 9:00 Arrow Conference twin bill by the mound loss. Scott Marks had CATION INSTRUCTORS. Minimum flat rate Class 1-6 Class 7 Class 1-6 Class 7 Jessica Engle, and Jessica McKean. games and won five of them. Even softball team started the week Forrester each had singles. Next Regular Township Board a m ) jucjge Tolen. Failure to an- scores of 10-0 and 1-0. two singles and a double, Dustin Apply to Principal Harold Wheeler the Bluff per quarter $3.99 $3.99 $22.43 $22.43 Their were also several second- more importantly, the Comets gave slowly but finished with a flurry as The Lady Panthers are now 17-7 Meeting: June 19, 2000 - 7:00 P.M. swer< or defend, will result in entry In the first game, Aimee Camell Muirhead had a triple and a single. Coloma High School 0-50,000 gal. 1.25 1.50 2.57 2.57 place finishes, including Sarah Klug themselves a chance to earn a share the Lady Panthers won their own overall and 11-3 in the conference, Downtown St. Joseph - Watervliet Twp. Hall, 3901 M- of default judgment. got the win in five innings as she 300 W. St. Joseph Street over 50,000 gal. .90 1.50 1.79 2.57 in the shot put, Jessica Engle in the of the Lakeland Conference champ- Invitational tournament held at tied for second with the Lady Bees. See PRESSBOX cont. on page 13 Sunday, June 4 140. (21-3) struck out 10 batters. Leslie Ward P.O. Box 550 OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS ionship. They will have played Coloma Lanes. They will have hosted River Valley Eva Baumeister 3200 run, along with the 400-relay Coloma, Ml 49038 10 a.in.-3 p.m. Minimum flat rate team. River Valley by the time you read The Lady Panthers took on by the time you read this and will Watervliet Township Clerk Getting your car repaired is NOT about price... Applications are due by May 31, this and, if they sweep the Mus- Bloomingdale in their first game of host Lawrence on Friday. For more information, (21-1) PUBLIC NOTICE per quarter $7.97 $7.97 $28.71 $28.71 Thirds were recorded by Stephanie 2000. 0-50,000 gal. 2.50 2.39 5.16 5.16 Bury in the 100 intermediate hurd- tangs, the Comets would share the the round-robin event and posted a Look in the District pairings COLOMA COMMUNITY call 983-0032. CITY OF HARTFORD over 50,000 gal. 1.65 2.39 3.56 5.16 les, Jessica Engle in the 1600 run, title with Berrien Springs. 1 ,.1,7-2,. Victory, Jn% Jour, jnoii\g§, section for the Division 111 District IT'S ABOUT TRUST SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OP- ARTICLE V QUARTERLY INSIDE CITY OUTSIDE CITY and Emily Newnum in the 300 low They started last week with an Marcie Stineman got the mound draw. Complete Brake Service Exhaust Systems & Mufflers win while the offense pounded out PORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Mi- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE SMOKE: PROHIBIT THE MINIMUMS LIMITS LIMITS hurdles. A fourth-place finish was important single game against the Front End Work Custom Bending Work nority candidates are encouraged to BURNING OF Water Sewer Water Sewer taken by Amanda Glasgow in the Shamrocks and came away with a 10 hits. Brandy Prince had a double Coloma girls down BENTON CHARTER Springs Shocks Struts U -Joints apply. STATUTORY NOTICE SECTION 3.47 PROHIBITION Class 1-7 $3.99 $22.43 $7.97 $28.71 400 run. Jessica McKean took a 16-6 victory in five innings. Brad and a single; Stineman and Tara Smith each had two singles; while Lady Shamrocks (21-1) (BY PERSON TOWNSHIP A. It shall be unlawful for any per- Water and Sewer Rates shall be for all billings after 7/1/2000 fifth in the 1600 run, while Amy Flowers got the mound win, striking The Coloma girls varsity softball ALL WORK IS DONE IN A CLEAN, FRIENDL Y ENVIRONMENT SYNOPSIS OF THE REGULAR son, to bum or cause to be C. Sewer-Quarterly flat rates (no water service or metering) Martinez took one in the 800 run. out nine in the process. Coloma there were singles from Nicole CLAIMING TITLE team beat Berrien Springs in a ' WHERE CUSTOMERS ARE TREA TED WITH RESPECT WANTED TO BUY MEETING OF THE BENTON burned, within the city limits, Stephanie Bury took a sixth in the scored six runs in the first inning Dlouhy, Candice Butler, Crystal single contest by a 10-6 score last WANTED - 25 or more prime Hard UNDER TAX DEED) CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD any dead grass, wood, tree 1 Person $33.80 300 low hurdles while Minoca Cis- but did not take control of the game Petruk, and Beth Sutherland. Wa- week, with Tara Sieber striking out Locally Owned and Operated Maple or Cherry trees needed for To the owner or owners of any OF TRUSTEES HELD ON limbs, brush or similar such 2 Persons 67.34 neros took one in the 800 run. until an eight-run third inning. tervliet put eight runs on the board in the third inning to put it away. seven batters in the win. The special orders. Contact PIKE LUM- and all interests in or liens upon TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2000, AT substances. 3 Persons 80.27 Marshall Champion had a home offense knocked out 15 hits, with BER COMPANY. Top market pri- the property described: 7:00 P.M. B. In addition, it shall also be un- 4 Persons 90.59 run, two doubles, a single, and four The Lady Panthers then took on PRO Muffler & Brake Shops Angie Himes getting two singles ces. Insured and supervised logging. Take Notice: Sale was lawfully MEMBERS PRESENT: Supervisor lawful for any person to bum or 5 Persons 106.07 RBIs. Tom McMichael had a Cassopolis and notched a 6-3 win Two Locations to Serve You... over the Lady Rangers. Marcie and a double, Hilary Taylor with Akron. Indiana. 800-356-4554. made of the following described Harvey, Clerk Phillips, Treasurer cause to be burned, within the Class 7 per each 30 persons 108.54 per quarter double and a single; while Flowers, Benton Harbor 2094 M-139 925-2006 Stineman struck out six batters in three singles, Sieber and Lexie Wat- (21-1) property for unpaid taxes on that Capozio & Trustees Fowler, Jeffer- city limits, any rubbish or gar- (Rev. 5/00) Tyler Richardson, Dusty Karp, and kins each with two singles, and Niles Third St. & Broadway 684-4540 property, and that the undersigned son-Banks & McCausland bage as defined by Article II, Carl Garland each added a pair of the win. Brandy Prince had two HELP WANTED has title to the property under tax MEMBERS ABSENT: Trustee Section 3.14, Items #3 and #5, singles. doubles and a single, Candice Cahill RENTAL HOUSING 1NSPEC- deed or deeds issued for the prop- Hudson or construction materials as de- The Comets then took on Portage and Stineman each had two singles, TOR-Contract Position. Must have erty. You are entitled to a reconvey- Accepted the minutes of the regu- fined by Article IV, Section Northern in a nonconference twin Crystal Petruk had a double, while a minimum of three years' docu- ance of this property within 6 lar meeting held May 2, 2000, as 3.36, Item #a of this Code of PUBLIC NOTICE bill and split, falling in the first Tara Smith and Jen Olmsted each 22"^ Annual had a single. mented experience in BOCA 1997 months after return of service of this presented. Ordinances. \ "j! ii game 12-7 before coming back to National Property Maintenance notice, upon payment to the treas- Authorized agreement with Patrol- SECTION 3.48 NOTICE Watervliet Public Schools take the nightcap 12-6. In their third game of the day for Hartford Lions Club man Wesley Koza and his drug de- the outright toumamefit title, the Code inspections. Consideration urer of the county in which the A call to the Hartford Fire Depart- REPLACEMENT WINDOWS! In the first game, Carl Garland will be given for combined housing, property is located, of all sums paid tecting dog. ment should be made to see if burn- went the distance and suffered the Lady Panthers took on Decatur. of Choice procedures Full line Glass Shop, New plumbing, mechanical and electrical for the tax sale purchase, together Held Public Hearing and adopted ing is permitted. For permission to loss despite a solid performance on That game turned into a rout as Hartford Watervliet Public Schools • A non-resident applicant Construction Windows, Outside experience. A State of Michigan with 50% in addition, and the fees resolution establishing the Vista bum or raze a structure the Hartford the mound. Northern scored nine Watervliet scored nine runs in the Board of Education has deter- will not be refused enroll- Service Work first inning and coasted from there Builders license is a plus. Must of the sheriff for the service or cost Lake & Wells north of Barbara Fire Department and the Depart- runs in the second inning while the mined that the district will ac- to a 14-2 win in five innings. Strawberry Run have transportation and computer of publication of this notice. The Water District 99-3. ment of Environmental Quality ment based on religion, Comet defense was busy commit- Marcie Stineman got the win to up skills and be compatible to Corel service or publication costs shall be Authorized changing private road should be contacted. cept applications for enrollment race, color, national origin, 468-4227 ting five errors to help the rally. Saturday, June 10, 2000 her record to 17-7 with a two-hit Spoason: Spoason: WordPerfect Suite 8. Fees will be the same as for personal service of a names as follows: Zoschke Ct. to SECTION 3.49 PENALTY FOR from non-resident applicants. sex, height, weight, marital Eric Balsis had a three-run homer Vic's Pizn Vic's Piza 271 Paw Paw St, Coloma six-strikeout performance. Nicole 5 kilometer (3.1 miles) based on cost per unit. summons on commencing a civil Sunrise Lane and Golf Place to Golf VIOLATION The applicants to be eligible status, or athletic ability. and a single, Tom McMichael had a Hxrcungs of tonlord Htnlmgj of Hstford Dlouhy had two doubles and a CJ's CJ's Send resume to: action, without other additional cost Lane. A violation of the provisions of must reside within either the Applicants for non-resident 10 kilometer (6.2 miles) Chief Building Official or charge. If payment as described Upheld the Planning Commis- single; Crystal Petruk had two Section 3.47 through 3.48 is a Mu- Berrien County Intermediate students are available from the SERVICE FOR YOUR MOTOR HOME OR CAMPER 5 kilometer - Kenny Brinsfield Veterans Memorial Walk Benton Charter Township in this notice is not made, the un- sion's recommendation and ap- nicipal Civil Infraction, (effective singles; Stineman had a double; School District OR a district Superintendent's Office by call- while singles were recorded by 1725 Territorial Road dersigned will institute proceedings proved request from Thelamco Inc. 5/7/97). liVIile Family Fun Walk that borders (contiguous) the ing (616) 463-5566. They may SALES Benton Harbor, Ml 49022 for possession of the property. to rezone 394 & 396 Margarete SECTION 3.50 EXCEPTION Candice Butler, Amy Hipskind, and 7 age divisions for men & Women Watervliet Public School ^ also be picked up at the Super- Please, no phone calls. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY from B, Two Family Residential to The only exception being the burn- SERVICE Jen Olmsted. (21-1) Plat, Addition or other Description E, Restricted Industrial. ing of wood (only) in a small rec- District. intendenfs Office located in the KreneK Earlier in the week, the Lady Pan- Village or City and County Granted blanket authorization for reational campfire. (resolution Transportation will not be High School. The district will VAN & RV RENTALS thers played four conference games Schedule Entry Fee YARD SALE STATE OF MICHIGAN the Berrien County Road Commis- 6/23/97) provided for the non- accept applications from June 1- and split, losing a pair to Bridgman, COLOMA YARD SALE-Friday, County of Berrien sion to chloride unpaved roads in SECTION 3.51-3.53 RESERVED resident student. June 15,2000. (616) 468-7900 before coming back to sweep Hart- ford. 7:30 to Obtain runner packets $6 per person prior to June 2 Saturday & Sunday, May 26-28, Lot 256, Township of Niles, Fulk- Benton Charter Township. ARTICLE V., SECTION 3.47, The non-resident applicant Parents or legal guardians of Approved bill listing totaling EXIT 39 ON 1-94 COLOMA, Ml Against the Lady Bees, the first 8:30 am and late registration $12 per person after June 2 multi-family, all sizes of clothes, erson Park No. 3, Lot 256, accord- ITEM A, "ANY LEAVES." RE- district of residence will be each non-resident applicant will household and shop items, bikes, ing to the plat thereof recorded in $183,800.59. PEALED BY ELECTIVE VOTE game was close with Watervliet 8:30 am 5 Kilometer Walk Starts Send chcck or money order with form to: asked to provide informa- be notified of their student's en- Wl SERVICE ALL MAKES & MODELS OF MOTOR HOMES, TRAVEL lawn mower & much more. Liber 17 of Plats, page(s) 27 of Ber- Received presentation on the pro- IN THE CITY OF HARTFORD getting on the board first, 2-0 in the 9:00 am Races Start Strawberry Run tion for evaluating the stu- rollment status by mail begin- TRAILERS, FIITH WHEELS, POP-I PS, ACCESSORIES, AM) Ford Taurus 1990 GL--4 door, rien County Records. posed Renaissance Application for ON NOVEMBER 3, 1998. fourth. But a big Bridgman five-run ning July I, 2000. RV GENERATORS... >vilh RVIA MASTER mHiMCIAiW register on line at Hartford High School the City of Buchanan. dent's application. rally in the seventh gave them an 8- 133.000K, in very good condition, Parcel #11-14-2430-0256-00-1 (21-1) (www.ActiveUSA.com) 115-8 School St. $2,400. Common address: 2260 S. 14th Adjourned the meeting at 7:25 Watervliet Public Schools Real Lite camper-8 ft., needs re- Street, Niles, MI 49120. p.m. may refuse to enroll a non- Grade Openings Hartford, MI 49057 pair, $400. $1,438.67 taxes paid for 1992; The next regular Board Meeting PUBLIC NOTICE resident applicant who has Kindergarten 2 Take me out to the Ball Game!!! Take Hagar Shore Road to 6846 $1,475.03 taxes paid for 1993; will be held June 6, 2000, at 7:00 within the preceding two 2 Please Pnm-Please Pnni- Please Pnnt-PIease Pruii- Please Print-Please Pnnt- Please Pnnt- Please Pnnt- Please Pnm Clymer Road (second house on the $752.94 taxes paid for 1994; total of p.m. STATUTORY NOTICE years been suspended from 9 Carolyn Phillips, Clerk t H 8 left). $3,666.64. (BY PERSON a school, or if applicant has 3 5 Name: Age: Sex; (21-1) Amount necessary to redeem, Benton Charter Township ever been expelled from 4 0 $5,499.96, plus the fees of the Dated: May 18, 2000 CLAIMING TITLE school. 5 10 Address: Citv: ST: Zip: RUMMAGE SALE Sheriff. This parcel is an improved (21-1) UNDER TAX DEED) If the number of qualified 6 3 Silver Ha wks NORTH BERRIEN HISTORICAL residential parcel. To the owner or owners of any 7 Distance 5 Kilometer 10 Kilometer 5 Kilometer walk 1 mile SOCIETY RUMMAGE SALE- Scott Shires and all interests in or liens upon non-resident applicants ex- 8 (check one) Thursday, Friday & Saturday, June Viking Fund, c/o Shires Financial PUBLIC NOTICE the property described: ceeds the enrollment allot- 9 Division: under 17 18-21 22-31 32-41 42-51 52-61 6l&over 1-2-3; Thursday & Friday from 8:00 Group Inc., 6657 W. Ottawa Ave- Take Notice: Sale was lawfully ments available, the district BENTON Shirt Size: Small Medium Large _Ex- Large a.m.-3:00 p.m. and Saturday from nue, #C-8, Littleton, CO 80128. made of the following described will use a random draw 10 2 LIVE on 092 8;00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. At NBHS Mu- To Garry L- Simons, 2260 S. 14 CHARTER property for unpaid taxes on that system that will be subject 11 5 Street, Niles, MI 49120. seum, 300 Coloma Avenue, Co- TOWNSHIP property, and that the undersigned to the need to abide by State 12 I Sponsors; Sponiorv. To Mary Susan, 2006 Ontario has title to the property under tax Special Ed. Conununuy Community loma. Saturday is "half-price sale" The Benton Charter Township and Federal anti-discrimina- 0 Educonon Signature Educanon Road, Niles, MI 49120. deed or deeds issued for the prop- w Listen to Joe Jason "Mornings" (Pircnts signaxu/c REQUIRED if under 18 vcarsoid) day! Trustees have passed Rental Hous- tion laws. Alternative Ed. 0 Modem Mini Siorage Village Auto Wash Mortgagee named in that Mort- (21-2) ing Ordinance No. 82-805. This Or- erIy- You are entitled to a reconvey- (5/24 & 5/31,2000) RADIO 6-9am to win tickets to the games! gage recorded at Liber 1442, Page ance of this property within 6 ( m Page 12 Tri-City Record May 24, 2000 VOLLEYBALL AWARDS STATE OF MICHIGAN Section .10, thence North 89 degrees Ht. Rd., Eau Claire, Ml 49111. 80128. Sally Gregg, Amber Robinson, ( oniiimcd from page 8 County of Berrien 15 minutes West along the Quarter $340.06 taxes paid for 1992; To Annie M. Hunt, 3661 Waybum May 24, 2000 Tri-City Record Page 13 PRESSBOX Other teams in the District are St. Two career milestones were set in A.J. Tyler. cxie Watkins, Krystle Weeks Township of Pipestone, Berrien line 625.4 feet to the place of be- St., Detroit, MI 48224. Melissa I my, Brad Flowers, $333.60 taxes paid for 1993; Continued from page 11 the second game at Freedom Bap- GOLF County, described as follows: That To Mack Fagen, 3661 Waybum St., Joseph, Dowagiac and, of course, DIVISION 6 - U8 - COED \gailia ijarev, Carl Garland, Jessica ginning of land herein described, $336.26 taxes paid for 1994; total of Eric Balsis, Dustin Karp, Mark while Eric Leith had two singles host Niles. tist. Junior pitcher Jenifer Nyhuis The game between Mike's Well Coloma A YSO "Picture of the Week" part of the Northeast Quarter of the thence North 104.2 feet, thence $1,009.92. Detroit, MI 48224. th Gervais. Anthony Gioannini, Tarn- Gargano, Carl Garland, and a double. earned her 100 career victory and, Drilling and Moo's Place ended in a Tom Southwest Fractional Quarter and West 135.67 feet, thence South 0 Frankle & Associates, P.L.L.C. ui • i if fit, Sail}, Gregg, Joshua Gro- McMichael, Trevor Strain Amount necessary to redeem, in the same game, senior third that part of the Southeast Quarter of degrees 01 minutes West 135 feet, By: Lawrence I. Frankle, Attorney The Panthers will have played Lake 6-0 score. James Morlock and Ryan ;iul>k, Granl liammuck, Lashica $1,514.88, plus the fees of the baseman Kristen Sweet picked up TENNIS the Northwest Fractional Quarter of thence East 135.7 feet, thencc North tor Tax Deed Holder Hartford and River Valley by the Heater each scored three goals for Hams, Tiffany Haygood, Amanda Sheriff. This parcel is an improved her 200th career hit. Nyhuis also Eima Mangat, Amber Robinson Section 30, Town 5 South, Range 30.8 feet to the place of beginning. 121 W. Merchant Street time you read this. They are sche- Mike's Well Drilling. Hejduk, April Hogue, April Hunt, residential parcel. pitched and earned her and the FOOTBALL 17 West, which is described as duled to play at Buchanan this Michigan The game between Noack Con- Ramona Jewell, Dustin Karp, April Parcel #11-16-0030-0028-01 -9 Kalos Investments Inc., 6657 W. New Buffalo, MI 49117 th James Clay, Chris Dahms, David Saturday. team's 26 game this season to commencing at the center of said Common address: 6101 Macedonia . (21-4) struction and Tri-City Record ended Kroschel, Holly Malloy, John Mef- Ottawa Avenue, #C-8, Littleton, CO bring their records to 26-1. Doneruse, Jason Ficklen, Joshua Look in the District pairings sec- in a 4-0 score. Ethan Street scored ford, Deanna Morris, Eric Moser, Weekly hitting totals were: Rachel Groendyk, Aaron Howard, John tion for their district draw. Hills one goal and Jake Klitchman scored Jason Moser, Layne Pethick; Bansen with eight runs and four Mefford, Michael Churchill three goals for Noack Construction. Dustin Reinhardt, Tyler Richard- RBIs; Katy Haas with eight runs, GIRLS BASKETBALL The game between Punkin Patch son, Amber Robinson, Jessica Golf Club four hits, and five RBIs; Denise Fox Raykisha Crayton, Dara Smith, Child Care and Movie Library ended Salmon, Rebecca Sanicki, Dara • TUESDAY A.M. LADIES with seven runs, six hits, and three Lexie Watkins, Krystle Weeks Softball and in a 4-0 score. Dylan Blackston, Smith, Jacob Smith, Kari Taylor, GOLF LEAGUE RBIs;« Jenifer Nyhuis with seven SOCCER Michael Chacon, Josh Hickmon, and Stacy Thompson, Rachel Toth, MAY 9, 2000 runs, five hits, and three RBIs; David Muellen, Joseph Helms, baseball District Brandon Johnson each scored one Vicki Vollrath, Jessica Walker, I On the Back Nine, Jerry Musia Autumn Barton with four runs, four Eric Moser, Jason Moser, Rachel goal for Punkin Patch Child Care. Kiionna Walters, Lexie Watkins, pairings had Low Gross of 55; Eve Rice had hits, and three RBIs; Ciara Fox with Toth The game between Dr. Cynthia Krystle Weeks, Tia Whitehead, Watervliet has drawn a prc-district Low Net of 28; and Minnie Sager five runs, two hits, and one RBI; BOYS BASKETBALL Garrone and McCanse Chiropractic Steve Wooley, Amber Wright game in the Division 111 District to won Low Putts with a 14. Chastity DeRoo with three runs, Dustin Karp Clinics ended in a 3-2 score. Nathan ART be held at Bangor. The pre-district three hits, and one RBI; Kristen GIRLS SOFTBALL Richardson and Alec Hiler each Jamie Binnington, Matthew Bro- game will be played at Bangor next Fleischauer with two runs, two hits, Dara Smith, Tiffany Wolfe, Lexie scored one goal for Dr. Cynthia Gar- magin, Brad Flowers, Agatha Ga- Watkins, Krystle Weeks Tuesday and the Panthers will face Grace and two RBIs; and Emily Enders rone and Skylor Vanderlinden rey, April Kroschel, Jessica Porter, CHEERLEADING V Lawton. If they are successful, they with two runs and one hit. scored all three goals for McCanse will play next Saturday, June 3, This week Grace travels to How- Amber Robinson Rebecca Sanicki, Vicki Vollrath, Christian Chiropractic Clinics. against host Bangor. ardsville on Tuesday, Marcellus on POTTERY Kiionna Walters, Amanda Zandar- The draw is the same for the girls. Thursday, and Michigan Lutheran The game between Wil-O-Paw Charlena Berry, Amy Christensen, ski, Ramona Jewell, April Kroschel, softball results In the same District, Hartford has on Friday. Lanes and JonEd's Styling Salon Coiivnrpoo Stacy Thompson, Denita Crockett, drawn a bye and will play the win- Nyhuis and Sweet set career ended in a 6-0 score. Shelby Metz, BAND Melissa Emy, Agatha Garey, Re- Ryan Vitale, and John Tanner each )ecca ; ner of the Bloomingdale-Cassopolis milestones Jessica Gervais, Tiffany Haygood, ^ Hicks, Layne Pethick nw CHil dmr pre-district on Saturday, June 3, as Last week in softball action, scored two goals for Wil-O-Paw Jessica Walker ' POMPONS CONFERENCE 9799 well. Grace Christian's team won four Lanes. CHOIR Rebecca Hicks, Tiffany Wolfe, Coloma Coloma will play in the Division 11 games by sweeping doubleheaders DIVISION 5-U10 -COED Kathryn Aikens, Trisha Hutch- Amanda Zaridarski, j. Amanda He DISTRICT 98,89 District at Niles. They have drawn from Hudsonville Freedom Baptist The game played between Century duk Tlfrany Ha ood Ain inson. Tommy Cottrell, Lana Price, '. y6 . Drew, a bye and both the girls and the and Galien. Grace defeated Free- . • > I M Karmt ViI TaylorI f% % / I, /"XJessic I a Salmonf I •, • • AprilJL - - ••• 1 AYSO #613 21 and Fulton Construction ended in April Cnapm, Edmon Mays REGIOMl 98 boys will face Lakeshore on Satur- dom Baptist 18-0 and 17-0 and Ga- Kroschel, Elizabeth Grabowski a 3-9 score.. Glen Anderson, Devin VARSITY SINGERS day, June 3. lien by the scores 1 l-l and 15-0. Davis and Jeff Quigley each scored Chris Krieger, Edmon Mays, Tom- results one goal; John McCormack scored my Cottrell LEGALS MAY 20, 2000 two goals; and Marco Montemano BUSINESS SERVICES scored three goals for Century 21. Continued from page 10 i DIVISION 7 - U6 - COED TECHNOLOGY Adan Hernandez scored one goal ! — i - The outstanding players of the Angeline Brown, Annette Crocker, PUBLIC NOTICE and Daniel Hernandez scored two PUT ME IN COACH!!! Pleads Micaela DeRosa to Utility week for the game played between Arica Harris, Rebecca Hicks, April CITY OF goals for Fulton Construction. Replacement Services coach Tammy Minor at a recent soccer Hipskind Building Supply and Hogue, Holly Malloy, Stephanie GRACF. CHRISTIAN SOFTBALL...(back row, from the left) coaches Judy Sweet, Mike Sweet, Tim Nyhuis, John Jewell, Cindy The game between Roxy's Brown game. HEY KIDS! Watch this photo feature each week; when WATERVLIET Sharon Voder State Farm were Josh- Milnickel, Deanna Morris, Jason Nyhuis, Laurie Jewell; (second row, from the left) Manager Julia Liedtke, Melissa Allen, Autumn Barton, Ciara Fox, Kristen Ni A# Mi Lantern and Shade Tree Tees ended your team is mentioned or pictured, tell your coach and get a prize! The City of Watervliet will be YM'M Imi ua Peters and Kevin McQuire for Scott, Kari Taylor, Stacy Thomp- n . ' ^ w . Fleischauer, Emily Enders; (third row, from the left) Chastity DeRoo, Jenifer Nyhuis, Katy Haas, Angela Sweet, Kristen Sweet, Denise in a 4-2 score. Daniel Clay and Lind- cnn \ y ii -r- dn. u j flushing hydrants on Thursday, May wtmafi rwi Hipskind Building Supply and for son, Julie Unger, Tia Whitehead, ^ K4 I' i Fox, Rachel Bansen, Charity DeRoo; (in front, from the left) team managers Danielle Kahler and Samantha Jewell. sey Haney each scored one goal and Brandy Cagle, the catcher for the cats catcher Brandy Cagle with a AmK^r MJri u* 25' ^ Friday, May 26, from 8 Sharon Voder State Farm were Amber Wrighn t / vSvu Allen Eastbum scored two goals for Wildcats, was quick on her feet to triple in the third inning and Ashley a.m.-4 p.m. Shanna Sibley and Mercedes Harris. DRAFTING Roxy's Brown Lantern. Huston Har- keep base runners from stealing. Wyatt with a triple with two RBIs On Thursday, May 25, all hydrants OVER 30 ROUS Outstanding players of the week for rison scored two goals for Shade Ashley Wyatt opened the game with in the fourth, which closed the win Christopher Cowgill, Steve Wool- from the Main Street railroad tracks WSTOCl. the game played between John's Tree Tees. a fly catch in right field. Jenn Hart- for the Wildcats. ey south, east and west to the City Vffll SAVWOS ur TO Glass and Utility Placement Services mann came in and dazzled Hartford 7 Wildcats vs. Panthers 1 COMPUTER Limits will be flushed. $3«o MAY 19,2000 were Alyssa Rouse and Justin Cripe in the first inning with a walk that Jamie Hartmann had a great game, TECHNOLOGY On Friday, May 26, all hydrants YEA PATRIOTS! Hundrt^W" for John's Glass and for Utility DIVISION 4 - U12 - BOYS turned to a home run. Kourtney pitching all six innings for the Wild- Jessica Boyle, Tereatha Brewer, from the Main Street railroad tracks The game between Collins Well Placement Services were Tommy Marvin was the big hitler for the cats while catcher Brandy Cagle north, east and west to the City Amy^ Christensen,7 Christopher ^ Drilling and Saugatuck ended in 2-2 bft CWik DeRosa and Micaela DeRosa. game, with a triple and a single. continued with amazing agility as Cowgill, Melissa Emy, Jason Fick- Limits (including Pokagon Hgts.) score. Andrew Ollis and Ryan Gar- Congratulations to the Grace Christian High MttttM The outstanding players of the Ashley Wyatt had two singles, Sun- the Wildcat catcher. Jenn Hartmann len, Joshua Groendyk, Grant Ham- w'" flushed. week for the game between Subway ton each scored one goal for Collins nie Crescenti added a single, while and Jessica Deloach both had a mock, Elizabeth Knight, Chris Glenn Openneer Jr. and Lifestyle Chiropractic were Well Drilling. Jessica Deloach added an RBI. double. Deloach had two RBIs. Krieger, William Loper, John Mef- Director of Public Works School Girl's Softball Team for the great season. Maddy Rohrer and Taylor Willming MAY 20,2000 18 Wildcats vs. Tigers 0 Kourtney Marvin rocked the field ford, Scott McClure, Eric Moser, (21-1) for Subway and for Lifestyle Chiro- Jamie Hartmann pitched a six- with an awesome catch at shortstop Jason Moser, Jacob Nunley, Tyler DIVISION 3 - ui4 - BOYS practic were Vanessa Harvey and inning game for the Wildcats, al- on a line-drive hit from the Pan- Richardson, Jacob Smith asr-»^5S The game between John's Glass PUBLIC NOTICE You 're Always Winners With Us! Kyle Jewel. thers' Ashley Green. Lindsey John- Sq.Ff. and Saugatuck ended in 3-2 score. lowing only eight hits and only two AUTO SHOP Outstanding players of the week for son and Jamie Hartmann both had a CITY OF Diego Hernandez scored one goal batters arriving safe al first base. Derick Biastock, Grant Hammock, CtrtaU Tib? the game played by Shade Tree Tees Wildcat catcher Brandy Cagle, single. Dustin Reinhardt WATERVLIET and Mike McCoy scored two goals Y*. id and Custom Tool & Die were Mat- paired with Hartmann, didn't all6w Championship1 Game The City of Watervliet will be for John's Glass. MACHINE TOOL • CERAMIC TII-CI thew Ross and Rachel Davis for the Tigers any room to advance. accepting sealed bids on the fol- Broadwater Enterprises Friesen Country kitchen J- U 6 Wildcats vs. Hartford 4 James Burwell, Chris Dahms, Stop In ind ^ ® 1 Yt Shade Tree Tees and for Custom Jenn and Jamie Hartmann both had lowing vehicles. Lifestyle The Wildcats came into the game David Muellen, Dwane Newton Auto Service Tool & Die were Karianne Lane and Watervliet two doubles apiece, Kourtney Mar- A. 1986 Chevrolet 3/4 ton pickup. Photography with sheer determination. Hartford Catering Service Brandon Venchus. WOODSHOP vin had two singles and two RBIs, had just completed two games back B. 1987 Chevrolet 1/2 ton pickup. Chiropractic Maxi Muffler 4261 Coloma Rd. 4915 Riverside Rd - Mark Gargano, April Kroschel, PROTEGE $|«8 The outstanding players of the Brandy Cagle had two singles, Kim C. 1981 Chevrolet 1 ton dump. 7053 Red Arrow Hwy Coloma 849-2202 Recreation to back and were ready to take their Amanda Kuelbs, Ryan Neeley, 7652 Red Arrow Hwy, Coloma 849-0693 week for the game played by Cul- Yeske had a single, while Jessica There will be a minimum bid of Coloma 468-3807 third win. Teamwork and defense Dwane Newton Watervliet 463-4100 ligan Water Conditioning and Col- Deloach added two RBIs along with $500.00 on each vehicle. All vehi- played a key factor in the win for lins Well Drilling were Ashley Perry Lindsey Johnson with two RBIs. WELDING cles will be sold AS IS. Vehicles Council the Wildcats. Kourtney Marvin and Ryan Christopher for Culligan Derick Biastock, Erich Koenig- can be viewed daily from 8:00AM- 22 Wildcats vs. Emeralds 2 caught a fiy ball and threw to Jenn Water Conditioning and for Collins shof, Jared McQuillan, Dwane 4:00PM at the Public Works Garage Town & Woodward's Ethel's E&N Watervliet ACE Jenn Hartmann pitched three in- Hartmann at second base for a dou- Well Drilling were Katelyn Collins Newton located at 235 Butternut St. results nings for the Wildcats while Jamie ble play. Ashley Wyatt in right field QUEEN'S CARPET SflLE!! and Jeremy Adams. LIBRARY All bids should be clearly marked Country Gas Bait & Tackle Women's wear HARDWARE Hartmann came in to finish up the caught the fly ball that kept Hart- Outstanding players of the week for Peanut League Stephanie Milnickel "SEALED BID-TRUCK" and 5520 Interlochen 5605 Paw Paw Lake Rd. ENTIRE UNE ON SALFF fourth inning. Jessica Deloach and ford from advancing more runs. Downtown Coloma Main St. 463-5461 the game played between Cyber Yankees vs. Cubs Jenn Hartmann both had a double in Jamie Hartmann pitched the six- OUTSTANDING must be submitted to the City Coloma 468-6721 Coloma 46H-7522 WICES SUSHEP TO SEU1I Solutions and Wil-O-Paw Animal On May 15, the Peanut League the first inning. Kourtney Marvin, inning game, with Brandy Cagle al Clerk's Office, P.O. 86, 158 W. QVARANTCCD INSTALLATIOMS ATTENDANCE Hospital were Callie Sullivan and Yankees opened the season with a Jamie Hartmann, and Kim Yeske all catcher, with a line of defense that Pleasant, Watervliet, MI 49098, ALL JOBS POWK^STMTCMEtt^ Kathryn Aikens, Brieanna Bare, Tyler Johnson for Cyber Solutions 6-1 win over the Cubs. Hitting stars added doubles in the third inning. kept.the Wildcats' record at 6-0. prior to 4:00PM on Monday, June 5, for the Yankees included Gerald Derick Biastock, Christopher Cow- f Teed Heating and for Wil-O-Paw Animal Hospital Big hitters for the game were Wild- Congratulations, Wildcats! 2000. SO YIARS Of 10CAI SHMCI OCTTIW UTTEt R* VOill gill, Sally Gregg, Grant Hammock, Easy St. John s Glass Hipskind were Bradley Martin and Anthony and Josh Miller with three hits The City reserves the right to re- Tiffany Haygood, Jason Moser, 02959 73rd ST. Gagliardo. apiece, Skylar Vanderlinden and ject any or all bids. Downtown Coloma & Cooling Layne Pethick, Tyler Richardson, Building Supply SOUTH HAVEN Justin Granke added two each, and HOME Any questions regarding the sale Inn The outstanding player of the week Jacqueline Rybarczyk, Stacy Nicholas Kaley had a big hit to of these vehicles, please call 463- 468-4227 468-9640 Coloma 468-3128 MMaik 6S7-3308 in the game played by Dave's TV & Thompson, Lexie Watkins, Krystle DOWNTOWN COLOMA Carpel Selection Syolem (Just ol Wai Mam help. FURNISHINGS 4041 or 463-3616. Amoco and Sprague's Grocery were Weeks, Steve Wooley 9 00-5 30. Mon.-Fn The Cubs got hits from Brett COMPLETE LINE OF 10 00 2 00. sat. Justin Lavanway and Zac Noack for APPLIANCES Glenn Openneer Jr. CARPET and FL00BC0VERINSS Thumb, Zachary Poole, and Austin DRAMA Dave's Amoco and for Sprague's HOME FURNISHINGS 'RENT TO OWN- Director of Public Works CALVIN Tom Smith Tacey who scored the lone run Jessica Boyle, Tommy Cottrell, (19-4) Masters Grocery were Nicholas Morlock and CASH & CARRY ZENITH - WHIRLPOOL Jessica Gervais, Edmon Mays, Amerigas Yankees vs. White Sox HITACHI-PIONEER-GIBSON Samantha Sibley FUNERAL HOME Tractor Sales On May 17, the Yankees beat the RENT TO OWN PUBLIC NOTICE Automotive Red Arrow Hwy, Hartford White Sox by a score of 10-3. Big SALES & SERVICE STUDENT FORUM 137 Prospect Harlford Hartford 621-4101 621-4473 621-3720 468-3720 Charlena Berry, April Chapin, STATUTORY NOTICE Red Arrow Hwy 621-2001 463-6141 hitters for the Yankees include Coloma 46S-4252 800-424-1965 Jaxon DeHaven, Josh and Gerald Melissa Emy, Rebecca Hicks, Eima (BY PERSON Mangat, Layne Pethick, Jessica Sal- Miller, John Blanchard, Terry Mo- mon, Dara Smith, Kiionna Walters, CLAIMING TITLE 1 CURE ser, and Nicholas Steinke. BROOKFIELD C Agneultura Amber Wright UNDER TAX DEED) Belfy Jaxon DeHaven also added several HUFFMAN'S S&o |5Uppiy good defensive plays from second ACADEMIC To the owner or owners of any CHRYSLER-PLYMOUTH D&Js Auto Body 25 Beechwood DRUG STORE base. Key hits for the White Sox 1 E. MAIN ST. and all interests in or liens upon 320 Park St, Coloma Hennessey Rd., Watervliet CHALLENGE DODGE & JEEP came from Danny Isbrecht, who HARTFORD HARTFORD the property described: Dmtawi Wateniitt VISIT US AT Dan Eberhardt, Chris Cowgill 468-4801 also scored two runs; and Tylar Take Notice: Sale was lawfully WATERVUET 463-5656 463-4635 I VISIT US AT ATHLETICS 443-3164 OUR NEW Ledesma and Jonathon Morrow. made of the following described OUR NEW BASEBALL TECHNOLOGY Shawn Beezley made some great property for unpaid taxes on that Brad Flowers, Joshua Groendyk, TECHNOLOGY plays on defense from his pitching property, and that the undersigned STORE! Carl Garland, Dustin Karp, Tom STORE! position. has title to the property under tax Countryside Watervliet Buckshot Archery McMichael, Jared McQuillan, Tyler Richcreek deed or deeds issued for the prop- 8080 Carmody Rd., Girls Major League Richardson, Steve Wooley, Eric 1HOUR erty. You are entitled to a reconvey- RV Center 13 Wildcats vs. Panthers 8 Balsis Harding's ance of this property within 6 Red Arrow, Coloma Watervliet 463-7468 Jamie Hartmann pitched a six- WRESTLING Well Drilling months after retum of service of this 468-6761 inning game while snagging a hard Photo Processing Eric Balsis, James Clay, Joshua Market Watervliet 463-3241 notice, upon payment to the treas- fine drive from the Panthers' Jessica Groendyk, Anthony Gioannini, plus custom photo enlargements urer of the county in which the Garland to make the third out that Erich Koenigshof, Eric Moser, FOR THE COMMON CABLE! property is located, of all sums paid prevented the Panthers from a rally. Steve Wooley Album prints, computer prints... for the tax sale purchase, together Lindsey Johnson snatched a groun- BOYS TRACK Hartford Community ]udd with 50% in addition, and the fees MILLER der and offered a great throw from Make the Hartford RITE AID your 1-stop Michael Churchill, James Clay, 1-800-377-3130 or 616 521-7300 of the sheriff for the service or cost Builders Express left field to throw out the runner at Christopher Cowgill, Grant Ham- Hospital THERMOMETER shop for prescriptions, patent medicines of publication of this notice. The first. Players with the most hits mock, Dustin Karp, David Muellen, Harding's Watervliet 463-3111 Watervliet BLOOMINGDALE COMMUNICATIONS Inc. service or publication costs shall be Hartford were Jenn Hartmann with a double; magazines, greeting cards, beer, wine & Dustin Reinhardt 463-572! the same as for personal service of a Kourtney Marvin with two singles; GIRLS TRACK 621-3124 "Nothing Measures Up to DIRECTV!" package liquor, toiletries, refreshments, summons on commencing a civil Market and Brandy Cagle, Kim Yeske, and Jessica Boyle, Raykisha Crayton, action, without other additional cost Jamie Hartmann all had a single toys, games, gifts, paper products, etc... Sally Gregg, Tiffany Haygood, or charge. If payment as described each. Lindsey Johnson had one Layne Pethick, Lana Price, Jacque- Visit us at http:\\www.btc.bci.com in this notice is not made, the un- Harry Johnson Coloma RBI. rj HARTFORD line Rybarczyk, Rebecca Sanicki, Call dersigned will institute proceedings Krystle Weeks 7 Wildcats vs. Hartford 0 for possession of the property. Insurance Credit Cards Welcome CROSS COUNTRY The Mrs. Sash & Door Jamie Hartmann pitched a six- STORE DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY Record Jessica Boyle, Anthony Gioannini, Agency inning game to lead the Wildcats in Plat, Addition or other Description "Large enough to serve your technological needs, 302 W. Main St. Tiffany Haygood, Tyler Richard- Coloma 468-8000 463-3688 468-3737 their victory, allowing only eight Village or City and County AID son, Rachel Toth, Steve Wooley 463-NEWS hits, three of which were outs while being small enough to know you " caught by first baseman Kim Yeske. 621-6400 f •"•ge 14 Tri-City Record May 24,2000 were seeking food, as well as was purchased al a cost of $8. A probably new territory of their own. Paw Paw Lake Almanac library fund was begun, and a book May 24, 2000 Tri-City Record Page 15 Is there any reason why they would rental plan was put into effect. By Delavan Sipes those streams on Saturday, you Jerry Drake wins Limited Model Feature at Kalamazoo Speedway desert their new-found hunting area In 1923, the library moved to the Mow! Rain! Mow! Rain! Mow! would have found that the flow into with more deer than any wolf could from room of the IOOF Hall. In fourth Rain! Mama Nature must be mak- the lake was much greater than By Jackie Hiler with Doug TerMeer taking third and Kenny Head capturing fourth and Toby Montgomery in fourth. - checkered flag, followed by Dou^ imagine possible? Of course not. 1955, it moved into the new city I he Factory Stock feature was a TerMeer in second, Larry Overbeek ing up for the dry spring last year. normal. Bangor's Jerry Drake won his first quick with a time of 15.052. spot. Mark Clark won the "C" heat with Experienced woodsmen have re- hall. By 1963 the club felt that the There has been 5.65 inches of Historical Trivia feature of the season in the Limited The Factory Stock "A" heat was In the "B" heat, Dave Bowen Brad Bullis in second, Jeremy Van- 25-lap race with 27 cars starting on in third, with Kyle VanSparrentak ported not only finding wolf tracks library had grown beyond their crossed the finish line in first place. Loo in third, and Travis Reist in lhe Dave Bowen took the capturing fourth. rainfall in less than two weeks. Question: Where are the three Late Model division at Kalamazoo won by Chad VanSparrentak, with in the Lower Peninsula snow but ability to provide volunteer service. with Scott Gross taking second, Paw Paw Lake was 622 feet 1.92 major streams that feed Paw Paw Speedway last Saturday night, May Brad Shellenbarger taking second, have had numerous sightings of the th They turned over all of the books ra&Oft) inches above sea level on the 17 20. The 30-lap feature consisted of followed by John Chapman in third. followed by John TerMeer in third. animals. The DNR, however, insists Lake located? Answer next week. and equipment to the city. A new of May. The last rainfall increased 23 racers vying for the checkered they are "probably" big dogs which Answer to last week's question: library building on East Logan may have some wolf blood in them. t0 In ^ year- ^ hy wllat °f Street' was completed iTI W but flag. Drake started in fourth position May 21. This was a 4.8 inch people, was the Coloma Public Nobody can be perfectly sure until a by 1970 it was overcrowded. but moved quickly to the front and increase from a 3 inch rain. didn't relinquish his position. dead one can be examined closely Library established? A dream of Finally the library moved to its GORDON CHARLES If you are wondering why we had to confirm that, sure enough, it is a the ladies who formed the Self present quarters on Main Street Jim Sternaman of Coloma gave it a greater increase in level than the wolf! Culture Club, newly organized in (Paw Paw Avenue). his all but couldn't overtake the fast DNR continues denial of wolves amount of rainfall (4.8" rise from 1900, was to begin a library. In #4 car belonging to Drake. Sterna- 3" rain) it is because there are So if a car doesn't kill a wolf, how 1902 each of the ladies donated a Source; Trails from Shingle Diggin 's, man had his hands full holding on B/GGER AND BETTER THAN EVER! AND AS ALWAYS... IT'S ABSOLUTELY FREE! in the Lower Peninsula about 5000 acres of land in the Paw book. Two years later, Mrs. Luella Mabel Branch Stark, p. 139-143. Lake to second place, with Stevensville's fact, the Canadians have long wor- can you get proof? Obviously, no- Numerous signs indicate that some Paw Lake watershed. The water Howard contributed cupboard level and rainfall recorded by Ray Eddie Payne trying to make his Cruise-In Friday May 26 5:00" •? ried about wolves taking too many body should shoot one. A Wiscon- of the Upper Peninsula wolves have that falls on that land works its way space for their small book collec- Dlouhy. Information provided by the move to overtake Sternaman. Ster- Round up all your cruisin' buddies and head out to our new location. Check with your local car clubs for organized n Wa recen ,U:ar ventured down below the Mackinac of their moose. Oddly, as Michi- i'PnT1? f ^ |/ 'j toward the lake, mostly as runoff tion. Mrs. Howard acted as the Paw Paw Lake Association. naman made sure Payne had an cruise times and departure locations. If you don't have a local club, just cruise on in...It's going to be a BLASTIII gan's DNR expresses concern over $3,000 for doing that and banned that finds ^ way the three Bridge. Wildlife biologists for the librarian. open lane, giving Payne the oppor- • Extended Showroom Hours (Open until 8:00 P.M.)' Live Music Women's Bumper Sticker: So Department of Natural Resources, fewer U.P. moose than they ex- yjj major streams that feed Paw Paw in 1905 the library moved to the tunity to pass him. However, Ster- • Great Food Concessions • MEET LINDA VAUGHN, MISS HURST in PERSON!!! however keep denying that such a many men. So few who can afford Red Riding Hood to let her pro,, it! lf °< 2-«Bui'dlng. The ta b.okc... naman had the better car of the two me. m thing could have happened. because he captured second place. Car Show Saturday May 27 9:00** to 3:00 least a partial cause. Still, wolves do Until somebody comes up with a Payne's holding on to third place Show will be held at 8300 Lane Drive, Watervliet • M-140 @ I -94 • Exit 41 dead wolf killed in the Lower Pen- eat moose whenever they can catch JERRY DRAKE WON...the Limited Late Model feature Saturday wasn't an easy task either because Race Cars • Street Rods • Trucks • Customs • Street Machines • Special Sale Items and kill them, a fact which is par- night. May 20, at Kalamazoo Speedway in his red #4 car. This was Door Prizes All Day for Participants and Spectators • Manufacturers' Reps On Hand To Answer Questions insula, the DNR will maintain their Berrien Springs' Alan Heritz was stubborn stand of denial that it ticularly true where moose calves Drake's first feature win of the season. Drake has had his fair share of trying to make his move for third could have taken place. After all, are concerned. bad luck and hard knocks this year and this win was well deserved. place, but he had to settle for fourth FOR MORE INFORMATION. CONTACT: they reason, why should any wolf Fears that wolves would wipe out This is the fourth time this season Drake has finished in the top five of place. These racers gave the crowd LANE AUTOMOTIVE • 8300 LANE DRIVE ^ WATERVLIET leave the wilds of the U.P. to head domestic cattle herds are also the six races so far this season. its money's worth by making the M-140 O 1-94 • Exit 41 • www.laneautomotlve.cem • (616) 463-8136 south and into more "civilized" mostly unfounded. In one case in race a very exciting one. country? the eastern U.P. wolves did begin to The Limited Late "B" feature was Although not coming right out and raid and kill a few cattle but the scheduled for 20 laps, with 23 cars admitting it, the DNR answered that DNR quickly trapped and removed starting the race. However, they question, too. A survey of the U.P. the offending predators. It will con- definitely had their problems; and, DONT LET THE BIG CITV wolf population made last winter tinue to do this whenever required, after four caution flags were thrown confirmed the presence of at least with the farmers also been paid for VtMfi only into the ninth lap, the race was 174 wolves, in about 30 packs, were their losses. cut to 15 laps. Ben Raber was the located there. How long should it It has been several vears since two victor, taking first place. Ken take then for these animals to seek pilots, flying a helicopter from the STEAIt s a serious charge, but manLy of u s YOare U BLIND Johncock crossed the finish line in out new hunting territories? South is U.S. Coast Guard base at Traverse •pariv^ guilty of actually stealing from our own second place, with Bob Kirkendall the only direction they can go now. City, reported sighting a pair of community Every time we fail to shop our own 2 taking third. home town stores first we take from the local Actually, statewide, Michigan may wolves crossing the ice at the Straits 13 Phil Bozell won the Limited Late ecomony now have 200 or more wolves. of Mackinac and heading into the Model "A" heat. Andy Appelhans Wolves just plain don't like to feel Lower Peninsula. Obviously, they of South Haven captured second "//. '/,/ •///, crowded. Each pack stakes out its place, followed by Jerry Drake of When we buy from those who buy from us specific territory and beware such . . . either our labor or our products, we're Bangor in third and Alan Heritz in other animals that might venture getting full value for the money we work to fourth spot. into those boundaries. While wolves earn The money we spend out of town could The "B" heat was won by Jeff Car- feel very close to their own pack be used to help improve our own community ter, followed by Rich Hardy in sec- and help make it a better place to live. members, they will not hesitate to ond, Randy Chupp in third, and kill other trespassers. U Tri-City Area Mike Wortinger in fourth. An available and abundant food "v- yf- nufcir ate u Ron Weesaw Jr. crossed the finish Because only part of each dollar we spend supply is also important to wolves. FISHING puts actual goods and services into our hands, line in first place in the "C" heat, iniini Mostly, that refers to deer but in we need to make sure the rest of those dollars followed by Doug Stoughton in neighboring Ontario, moose make REPORT WATERVLIET HIGH SCHOOL VARSII V BASEBALL TEAM...In the back row, from the left, are coach Brad Hessler, Jeremy go to support our own community Let's second, Chris Ridley of South Ha- support our own schools, churches, up a regular part of their menu. In Fishing has started to pick back Hull, Greg Harper, Richard Scheetz, assistant coach Rick Pepin; (middle row, from the left) Scott Marks, Jason Carter, R.J. LeFor, roads, police and fire protection Doug Wing, Peter Murphy, Jeremy Sutherland; (front row, from the left) Adam Thomas, Eric Leith, Matt Rodriguez, and Jody ven in the third spot, and Gary up with the increase in sunshine. — not someone else's. Don't let w Halamka. - - Brown in fourth. * The bluegills are moving back close the big city steal you blind — shop The "D" heat was won by Rich • to shore. Anglers are starting to get at home • Mercereau, with Mark Edick in In Memory into some nice crappie. Pike fishing • second, followed by Nick Marcott has been a little belter in late after- • in third, and Jim Hunderman in CLIP & SAVE THIS HANDY LISTING OF THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE of Sally Ann noon than in the moming. Every- • fourth. • thing from spoons to live bail has GO PANTHERS! There were 48 Limited Late Model WATERVLIET BUSINESS ASSOCIATION & PLEASE SHOP US FIRST! • been working good. A few walleye Pflugradt drivers vying for fast time of the have been caught in Big Paw Paw 3 $ 4-13-64 to 5-25-75 night. Eddie Payne was the victor off some of the drop-ofis using min- Congratulations and best wishes to the ^ WTiere have the 25 years gone- with a time of 13.948. Nate New- ACCOUNT! NC CAR REPAIR 358 NORTH MAIN ST. MEDICAL RADIO STATIONS nows and crawlers. • your halo is now of silver sparkling comb has second fast time of COMPREHENSIVE BUTLER'S GARAGE 463-4400 COMMUNITY COSY 98.3 RADIO ^ crystals-Shimmering for all the Watervliet H.S. Boys Baseball team! 14.005. Alan Vochaska of South BUSINESS SERVICES 451 EAST ST. JOSEPH HARDWARE HOSPITAL 510 WILLIAMS ST. J good you see. Haven had third quick time of P.O. BOX 296 COLOMA ACE HARDWARE MEDICAL PARK SOUTH HAVEN, MI I Who would have thought on a 14.007, followed in fourth spot by 463-7211 463-9443 343 NORTH MAIN ST. 463-3111 49090 ^ beautiful Sunday afternoon, on the YOU'RE AL WA YS WINNERS WITH US Alan Heritz with a time of 14.030. ANTIQLKS I11ROPRACTORS 463-5461 MEDIC 1 1-800-497-5983 ^ way to take flowers to your older Jerry Drake timed in fifth quickest TRADE WINDS DR. CYNTHIA HEATING & AIR AMB. SERVICE REAL ESTATE $ brother David's grave that your life with a time of 14.058. ANTIQUES GARRONE CONDITIONING (616) 925-2141 EPPLE REALTY INC. $ on earth would be over that day! Broadwater Enterprises Andy Bozell captured fast time for Friesen Country Kitchen 336 NORTH MAIN ST. 310 LEWIS STREET BLUE MECHANICAL MOBILE HOME PARK 8593 RED ARROW ^ Only God has the answer—We are Lifestyle the Super Late Model division with J so thankful for your 11 years on Auto Service 463-8281 463-3436 CONTRACTORS PLEASANT VIEW HWY. lotography Catering Service a time of 12.552. In a close second ? earth with us. You were always so AITORMV HARTFORD 351 NORTH MAIN ST. ESTATES 463-2828 or 463-4724 Chiropractic Maxi Muffler 4261 Coloma Rd. was Benton Harbor's Ken Scheffler ^ bubbly and a joy to be around. 4915 Riverside Rd TAT PARISH CHIROPRACTIC 463-7199 7605 RED ARROW WESTERN TERRACE 7652 Red Arrow Hwy, . 7053 Red Arrow Hwy Cotoma 849-2202 with a time of 12.559. ^ You're our Angel by day, playing Coloma 849-6693 The Super Late Model feature was 134 NORTH MAIN ST. 60069 CR 687 INCOME TAX REP. 463-7721 SUBDIVISION Watervliet 463-4100 Coloma 468-3807 ••rsFy.- $ your silver harp, spreading har- just as exciting as the Limited Late 463-3335 HARTFORD H & R BLOCK MUNICIPALITIES Dale McBride ^ mony wherever you go. Model feature, with the top five AUTO PARTS 621-3800 7422 RED ARROW CITY OF 1490 PARTIDGE AVE. ^ When the sun is shining, it's your giving it their all to gain the posi- LANE AUTOMOTIVE LIFESTYLE 463-4334 WATERVLIET EL CAJON, CA 92020 | big smile warming the hearts with Town & Woodward's Watervliet ACE tion they ended up with. Andy M-140 AT 1-94 EXIT 41 laughter. Ethel's E&N CHIROPRACTIC INSURANCE 158 W. PLEASANT ST. RESTAURANTS • Bozell took the checkered flag for 463-8136 Dr. Andrew DeHaven DON YOUNG 463-6769 BOARD OF TRADE ^ When it's raining, they are your Country Gas Bait & Tackle HARDWARE first place but he had a job holding Women's wear AUTO SALES 7652 RED ARROW INSURANCE WATERVLIET NORTH WATERVLIET ^ teardrops of compassion for all of 5520 Interlochen 5605 Paw Paw Lake Rd, off Andy Ponstein who captured BROOKFIELD 463-4100 323 NORTH MAIN ST ^ us-going through life's hurts. Coloma 468-6721 Coloma 468-7522 Downtown Coloma Main St. 463-5461 second spot. Todd Currier gave it TOWNSHIP 463-3100 Richard Wheeler got this nice 20-lb. CHRYSLER - PLYMOUTH llifesffLuiestrtl Darret.nepanel.neit • When it's snowing, it represents his all but couldn't overtake Pon- 463-6773 3901 M-140 HWY. BURGER KING DODGE-JEEP • the covering of your white purity turkey with VA-'in. spurs and two stein and ended up in third spot. mBSmmmi STATE FARM 463-5113 NORTH M-140 beards. One was lOVi in. while the 544 NORTH MAIN ST. ^ Angel robe, like on earth your Ken Scheffler was on Currier's CALL THE MRS. INSURANCE NEWSPAPERS 463-4957 6V2 463-5656 I Baptismal gown and your First other was inches. bumper and trying his best to get CLEANING SERVICE SHARON YODER TRI-CITY RECORD MOO'S PLACE ? Communion dress when you re- Easy St. John's Glass BAKERY Hipskind just a little more from his car but P.O. BOX 728 7618 RED ARROW 138 NORTH MAIN ST. 7415 RED ARROW ^ ceived the Lord at St. Joseph's in GOLDEN BROWN Downtown Coloma had to settle for fourth spot. Rick 463-3688 463-5249 463-6397 HWY. ^ Watervliet. After the winter, there's Building Supply Inn Sexton ended up in fifth spot and BAKERY FINANCIAL recordifl cvbersol.com if Spring for all to grow with-Faith, INTERNET 463-6688 DOW \|()\N\ ( Ol (l\1 \ 468-4227 Coloma 468-3128 fought just as hard as the top four 319 NORTH MAIN ST. • Hope, and Love. PINNACLE BANK QUANTUM ORGAN I/ATIONS W AFFLE HOUSE finishers to please the crowd with a 463-4731 ^ When night comes, you're our 332 NORTH MAIN ST. CONNECTIONS COLOMA CHAMBER 3801 M-140 topnotch race. The skill of each of BARS ^ shining star, sprinkling silver dust 463-3125 P.O. BOX 766 OF COMMERCE these drivers shined through last 463-4212 J upon us all. OLE BLACK CAT FLORIST Masters Tom Smith Saturday night. BENTON HARBOR P.O. BOX 418 SCHOOLS Hutchins 337 EAST ST. JOSEPH ? Please watch over us all of with si ENCHANTED 926-4242 COLOMA. MI 49038 WATERVLIET Amerigas The Super Late Model "A" heat 463-3042 ^ Peace and Tranquil for all. Automotive Funeral Home Tractor Sales was won by Todd Currier, with FLORIST salesu/ utm..net CWAEDC PUBLIC SCHOOLS ^ We are so thankful for all the ELITE BAR & GRILL 137 Pros peel 1 Ian I on! Red Arrow Hwy, Hartford Rick Sexton taking second place, 379 NORTH MAIN ST. KENNELS Fred Cox, Administrator Bob Gabel, Superintendent if beautiful memories of you-your Red Arrow Hwy Watervliet 463-3811 . 365 NORTH MAIN ST. 621-2001463-6141 Andy Bozell taking the third spot, 463-3903 VALLEY VIEW P.O. BOX 1028 463-5566 $ love of music and having fun Coloma 468-4252 800-424-1965 463-4471 and Hartford's Curt Spalding cap- FUNERAL HOME KENNELS COLOMA, MI 49038 SCRAPBOOKINC ^ playing tennis and sewing in 4-H, BOATS & ACCESS. turing fourth spot. HUTCHINS 7850 HILL ROAD J dancing with Miss Vi and Miss Pat. 468-4430 CREATIVE Agiiculluial Brent Hook took the checkered J & M MARINE INC. j Also, having the honor of being BROOKFIELD FUNERAL HOME 463-4945 HARTFORD BUSINESS MEMORIES flag in the "B" heat, followed by 320 NORTH MAIN ST. ^ Watervliet's first Miss Lollipop and Mi 209 SOUTH MAIN ST. KITCHEN SUPPLIES ASSOCIATION Suzanne Sloan CHRYSLER-PLYMOUTH Supply D&Js Auto Body Garry Terry in second, Tom Tho- 463-6611 ^ riding in the Blossomtime Parade 463-3811 PAMPERED CHEF Contact: Mark Smith at 423 SUMMIT DRIVE 321) I'm k Si, Coloiird mas in third, and Steve Potter taking BODY SHOP if that year. All the fun times with Taryn Yore, on opening day of the DODGE & JEEP Hennessey Rd., Watervliet GIF I S Kim Thurman (800-421-5995) 463-3059 fourth spot. ACCURATE if your cousins and brother Paul, do- extended season, at about 5:45 a.m., 468-4801 KUNTRY AIRE 463-6351 szsloanfix iuno.com WATERVUET 463-5656 463-4635 The "C" heat was won by AI P.O. BOX 283 if ing skits and catching fish and shot a 22-lb. torn with a 10-in. beard BODY SHOP McGlothlen, with Caleb Bisacky in 71768 48™ ST. LANDFILL HARTFORD. MI 49057 SENIOR API S. • swimming at Paw Paw Lake. The and I'/a-in. spurs. He only had to 7857 RED ARROW second, followed by Dowagiac's 463-3209 ORCHARD HILL VETERANS OF TRI CITY VILLAGE J so many friends you had, especially hunt about 45 minutes. This last 463-3135 Tim Brownlow in third, and Doug kuntrvairera qtmm.net LANDFILL FOREIGN W ARS 541 NORTH MAIN ST. ' your Coloma fifth-grade classmates hunt has been producing some nice Countryside Watervliet CABLE TV ||| Hanna in fourth. GOLF CLUB 3290 HENNESSEY POST 6803 463-4543 . that collected money for your mar- birds. Richcreek The top five fmishers of the Super AT&T CABLE PAW PAW LAKE 463-5588 ^ ble Angel on your marker, which is Bass season opens Saturday, May f 8080CannodyRd.J 463-7544 SERVICE STATION RV Center Late Last Chance race advanced to SERVICES GOLF CLUB if now gone but not forgotten! Some- 27. It should be a good opener. Harding s LAUNDROMAT PRINTING DAVE'S AMOCO Red Arrow, Coloma Watervliet 463-7468 the Super Late Model "A" feature. Sharon Bachinski, if one else needed it more! Call Woodward's for all your fish- Well Drilling PAW PAW AVENUE WATERVLIET LIGHTHOUSE 1-94 & M-140 468-6761 The top five in the order that they General Manager • In your short time with us, you ing and hunting information. Market Watervliet 463-3241 463-3831 COIN LAUNDRY COLORPRINT 463-4135 finished were Dick Harrington, P.O. BOX 128 ^ touch so many. We know in Monday - Friday 6 A.M. to 9 P.M. GROCERIES 154 W. ST. JOSEPH Gary Terry, Devin Malosh, Tim Chris McClosky WELL DRILLING J Heaven you're busy with your sil- Sat. & Sun. 5:30 A.M. to 9 P.M. Three Rivers, MI 49093 HARDING'S MARKET Brownlow, and Al McGlothlen. 463-7354 428-7062 RICHCREEK J ver wings reaching out and spread- CAMPING WOODWARD'S There were 29 Factory Stock driv- 415 NORTH MAIN ST. LUMBER chris(aliuhthousecol WELL DRILLING l ingjoy toall. Hartford Community Call CAMP RONORA Judd ers vying for quick time last Satur- 463-5966 JUDD LUMBER orprint.com 4068 CASE COURT ^ One day we will all be in the BAIT & TACKLE 9325 DWIGHT BOYER Builders Express day night. Kyle VanSparrentak had HAIR STYLING 27 N. PLEASANT S I 463-3241 if Eternal Land together. 5605 Paw Paw Lake Rd. Hospital The Mrs. 463-6315 Harding's quick time of 14.915. Second quick JonEds HAIR STYLING 463-5721 Coloma (across from the Bend) Watervliet ^ Your Loving Family Watervliet 463-3111 time of 14.944 went to Kenny Head, • FISHING & HUNTING LICENSES 463-5721 463-3688 468-7522 Market To Subscribe to the To join the Watervliet Business Association, contact Ann DeHaven at 463-4100 TRI-CITY RECORD Dial 463-NEWS MEMORIAL DAY, MAY29 K D d ^ivS" -vV. V^r . $&• 1%S& ^ -4 «KW t.-j ".'i.'/; •-•^cSJ^f1 X- v . ;- %.' * ;<»• Jfe ' •-,.;.-:,.;--.l-Vv IT W'.S^S »<:•• 4>^ ;.-r',.v- - : •;;;. vrwa-sse ?jr>> vSkZj' *, &K' - '. Am* f r f'\' [f • IK835^OT@8 iF*S&S°sBf i " \y^ D Let's stand together in proud remembrance and solemn mourning of America's finest, those courageous men and women of our armed forces who gave their lives that this nation might live on. Coloma Services Hartford Services Watervliet Services Service at North Shore Memory Gardens Parade begins at 10:30am; Parade downtown begins at 1 lam; at 11am and 1pm at the Coloma service follows at Ely Park. service follows at cemetery City & Township Cemetery Service also at Keeler at 1pm on Red Arrow Highway Have a safe & happy holiday! Ycur Tri-City ' Hartford Watervliet