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Volume 23, Issue 45 Serving Lowell Area Readers Since 1893 Wednesday, August 159 2001

(CPAP) to assist his breath- closely, but so far things are aul Sikkenga had a For some, that may seem came parents of quadruplets for 26 week-old babies," said going well," Teri Sikkenga dream that his four more like a nightmare, but for (14 weeks premature) back Teri Sikkenga. ing. said. "Megan is the only in- children, bom July Paul and his wife, Teri, it will in July, exactly one year af- Katelynn, born at 2 Megan, bom at 1 pound, P ter they lost twins who were pounds, 1 ounce, is now able 12 ounces, has the most ob- fant who is not yet being fed 6, were walking around in be a welcomed sight. breast milk by tube." dirty diapers. The Lowell couple be- bom at 17 weeks. to breathe on her own. She stacles to overcome. The in- The premature quadru- needed surgery (July 28th) to fant has had to deal with As for mom, "I am tired plets, now all well over two help close a vessel in her bowel, kidney and breathing all the time. It's going to take pounds, are expected to re- heart. difficulties while also being a while to get going again after main in the neonatal unit at Ryan, bom at 1 pound, treated for brain bleed. Doc- such a long labor," Sikkenga Spectrum Health until at least 14 ounces, breathes with the tors have told the Sikkengas said. Doctors ordered com- Oct. 10, their original due help of a ventilator. that they expect her bowel plete bed rest for Sikkenga on date. Tyler, bom at 1 pound, and kidney problems will April 27; on May 26th she 'They are still critical, 15 ounces, needs Continu- resolve themselves. 'They entered the hospital. Sikkenga but stable - they * re doing well ous Positive Airway Pressure are watching the brain bleed had been in labor four hours on July 6 when her doctor de- Ryan Megan termined that a C-section was necessary. "Paul and I have wanted children for six years. Since we' re not getting any younger, there has been a new sense of priority. Some take having To Have, But Not Hold children for granted, but after losing twins a little over a year ago, that changes things," Paul and Teri Sikkenga spend all of their Sikkenga explained. As with becoming preg- free time at the neonatal unit at Spectrum nant with twins, Teri Sikkenga needed the aid of fertility pills. Health watching and helping to nurture According to the Sikkengas, the perception is that if a couple uses fertility their little ones, who were bom 14 weeks pills, they are going to have six or seven children. While it premature on July 6. The Lowell parents increases couples' chances of having multiple births, are hopeful that their children's Sikkengas say most of the time i.fi- it's not that way. "My sister used fertility improving health will enable them to pills and she has two children, Katelynn Tyler both single births," Teri take Tyler, Megan, Ryan and Katelynn Sikkenga said. By Thaddeus J. Kraus Lowell Ledger Editor When the Lowell couple heard they were going to have home some time in October. Quadruplets, cont'd, pg. 8 Proposed ordinance would enable Weekend accident claims life of Ml man city to negotiate construction By Thaddeus J. Kraus from Houston, Texas, where he had been Lowell Ledger Editor working for Pontiac Motors. management agreement for City "He came back here looking for work. An accident in Ionia County took away Jerry was going to open his own business," a college buddy, an em- Rickert said. Instead Hall/police station project ployee and best friend from Rickert hired him as an Lowell's Jay Rickert. estimator for Rickert Elec- By Thaddeus J. Kraus The accident occurred tric. Lowell Ledger Editor dinance authorized by section the city council to adopt an at the intersection of Potters "He took care of bill- 13.3 of this chapter, each con- ordinance providing for an ex- Road and Whites Bridge ing and stuff I didn't want It will take the adoption tract for construction of pub- ception to this provision," said Road Saturday aftemoon to do," Rickert explained. of an ordinance if the city is lic improvements... shall be city attomey, Richard Wendt. (Aug. 11) at 3:36 p.m. "It freed me up so that I to enter into a negotiated con- let after opportunity for com- "If such an ordinance were Lowell resident Gerald could work in the field." struction management agree- petitive bidding. adopted, there would be no E. Laveque was pronounced Shirley Kloosterman, a ment with Fishbeck, Thomp- "The applicable provision legal impediment for entering friend of the Laveque fam- dead at the scene after a son, Carr & Huber (FTC&H) of the city charter does permit Agreement, cont'd, pg. 8 1997 Chevrolet, driven by a ily, said the Rickerts were for the City Hall/police de- 17-year-old male from like a second family to partment facilities. Allegan, stopped for a stop Jerry. "He was an up front The request made by sign at Potters Road and then kind of guy. If he said FTC&H would have the ar- proceeded into the intersec- something - it was like writ- chitectural firm serve as con- tion. Upon entering the in- ten it in stone. He also had struction manager and sub- tersection, the Chevrolet a great sense of humor. contract with various subcon- Jerry Laveque struck the eastbound CMC There's a big empty space tractors for services required pickup driven by Laveque, in all of our lives. He was to complete the project. 40. The pickup left the south liked and respected so The city's charter, how- Dunn Crowned portion of the roadway and rolled over. much." ever, contains language "Jerry was everybody's friend. He'd do Laveque and his close and trusted friend, which prohibits the city from Kent County Fair anything for you," Rickert said. "He always Maria Rozcma were on their way back to his entering into such an agree- had fun." home to host a picnic when the accident ment. Rickert and Laveque went to Central occurred. Chapter 13, Section 13.1 Queen, Page 17 Michigan University together in the early "Jerry and Marta met about a year ago. (c) provides in pertinent part: '80s. Eight years ago, Laveque returned Laveque, cont'd, pg. 8 Except as provided by or- The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15,2001 -Page 3 The Lowell Ledger -Wednesday, August 15, 2001 - Page 2 Church in Saranac. Surviv- of Sheridan; 12 grandchil- and Evans Funeral Home, SPECKIN - Madeline L. Speckin, aged 83, of Lowell, ing are her children Sandra dren, 27 great-grandchildren 5391 Highland Rd.. Jeanne and Mike Hawkins of and several nieces and neph- Waterford on Wednesday passed away August 7,2001 OBITUARIES at Cumberland Manor in California, Loretta "Lorrie" ews. She was preceded in from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m.; Ro- JeRue of Lowell, V aughn and death by her first husband L & N CARPET CLEANING sary Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Lowell. She was bom July Sonia Vickery of Saranac, Kenyon Vickery and her sec- Memorials may be made to 26, 1918, in Lowell, the Valerie Lordly of Arkansas; ond husband Clair Speckin. the American Heart Associa- daughter of Myron and LAVEQUE - Gerald (Jerry) hunting, fishing, golfing and stepchildren Ronald and Su- Funeral services were held We're Out To Take Care Of All Your Carpet Needs! tion. Envelopes available at Gladys (Callier) Kyser. She E. Laveque, aged 40, of Low- skiing with his family and his san Speckin of Ionia, Robert Friday at the Galilee Baptist ir ir ell, formerly of Waterford, many friends. He will be the funeral home. lived all her life in Boston Twp. She was a graduate of and Debra Speckin of Church in Saranac with Rev. died August 11, 2001; cher- dearly missed by all those who Greenville, Dennis Speckin James Frank officiating. In- SNYDER - Millicent Snyder, Lowell High School in 1936. ished son of Joseph and the knew and loved him. Mr. of Ionia, Brian Speckin of terment Sunset Memorial aged 103, of Saranac, died She was an avid gardener and late Jean Laveque of Laveque was a member of Ionia; sisters JoyceLyn and Gardens. Memorial contribu- Wed., Aug. 8, 2001. She is active environmentalist. She Waterford; beloved brother Our Lady of the Lakes Catho- Dick Chase of Lowell, Toni tions may be made to Ionia survived by her daughter loved to travel, listen to mu- of Denise (Brian) Stevens and lic Church where he will lie in Haller of Lowell; sister-in- Commission on Aging. Winnie (Karl) Fry of Lowell; sic, dance and read. She was Joe (Tracy); loving uncle of state Thursday, Aug. 16, law Jane and Bill Wieczorek Hannah and Cooper; and 2001,10:30 a.m. until timeof son Clair (Kathleen) Snyder a member of Galilee Baptist 2 Rooms Cleaned By L&N 3 Rooms Cleaned By L&N 6 Rooms Cleaned By L&N friends to many, especially the Funeral Mass at 11 a.m.. of Reed City; eight grand- to Marta Rozema and her Rev. Lawrence Delonnay of- children; many great-grand- children David, Kyle, Matt ficiating. Rite of Committal children. As per her request, Riverwalk Festival offers a healthy fair CALL 241 -2343 CALL 241 -2343 CALL 241-2343 and Anna. Jerry was a fun- to follow at All Saints Cem- private burial has taken place. Trip charges to some areas, TWp charges to some areas. Trip charges to some areas. loving person and an avid etery. The family will receive Spend Saturday, Sept. 1 need for more information present the Health Fair to the outdoorsman who enjoyed friends at Donelson, Johns of your Labor Day weekend regarding health care. Our community and invite all to Expires 8/29/01 Expires 8/29/01 Expires 8/29/01 at the First annual Lowell Area mission with this event is to attend. There is something JL JL Health Fair. Event activities promote the physical, emo- for everyone." run from 10 a.m to 3 p.m. at tional and spiritual well be- Grant monies from the Unity High School parking ing of those who attend. The Lowell Area Community WHO CAN YOU TRUST?...TOM & JERRY GOING To THE DENTIST DOESN'T HAVE To HURIMIORE! lot and gym, just north of the church, along with the Low- Fund make this event pos- sm?* COMPLETE FAMILY DENTAL CARE Englehardt Library. ell YMCA Wellness Center, sible. More than 30 health care THREE Accepting New Patients "Gentle & Painless providers and businesses as- Dentistry is Our Goaf" sociated with health care will Englehardt book discussion, Sept. 11 COMPLETE SERVICES: show you and your family Adult readers are invited Copies are available at TYPES OF / Gentle Dentistry for Children & Adults ways to stay healthy. The to get together at the the library's checkout desk / Immediate Emergency Treatment Lowell Police Dept. will offer Englehardt Library on Tues- or call 897-9596. CLEANING! / Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening a free car seat safety check day, Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. for a For times and locations / Preventive Care and a bicycle safety area. friendly, informal discussion of other book discussions, STEAM / Extractions/Broken Tooth Repaired Blood pressure, blood sugar of The Blue Bottle Club by contact the Kent District Li- / Dentures (Same Day Repair) and cholesterol checks are Penelope Stokes. brary at 784-2007. New 2001 $40,000 / Insurance Plans Accepted available as well as free infor- / Day & Evening Hours: mation sessions on many Butler Truck Mount Monday I to 8 p.m. health care topics. It's nice to be important, but it's Tuesday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ann Mulder, parish nurse DRY Wednesday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at First United Methodist important to be nice. Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Church in Lowell, said, "In Dry in 30 minutes working with members of our Anonymous Judd T. Carroll, D.M.D congregation, 1 have found a CHEMICAL 103 East Main • Lowell, IVIichi^an Great For (616) 89T-7595 The Lowell Ledger Commercial Jobs (USPS 453-830) Patches & NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Published weekly for SIZ50 a year in Kent County, $1750 a year outside the county by the Restretches BOWNE TOWNSHIP Lowell Ledger Publishing Company, 105 N. Broadway St., Lowell, MI 49331 PLANNING COMMISSION Roger K. Brown Thad Kraus PROPOSED REZONING OF CERTAIN PROPERTY Publisher Editor No Cat & Mouse Games With Tom & Jerry IN SECTION 4 FROM R-3 URBAN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (616) 897-9261 TO R-5 MOBILE HOME PARK DISTRICT Second Class Postage Paid at Lowell, MI Published every Wednesday Public notice is hereby given that the Bowne drain; thence Southeasterly along the center of POSTMASTER: Send address change to: Call 241-2343 • In God We Trust Township Planning Commission will hold a the County drain to the East line of Section 4: The Lowell Ledger public hearing on Thursday, September 13, thence North along the East line of Section 4, P.O. Box 128 • Lowell, MI 49331 2001 at 7:30 p.m., in the historic Township Hall, to the place of beginning. Except also that part Who Knows Your Carpet Better Than A Carpet Installer? located at 8240 Alden Nash Avenue, Alto, of the SE 1/4, Section 4, T5N, R9W, Bowne Michigan , to hear public comments regarding Township, Kent County, Michigan, described Carpet Installation With 29 Years Experience the proposed rezoning of the following property as: Beginning at a point on the East line of from R-3 Urban Residential District to R5 Section 4; which is SOOWW 1126.32 feet from COMING SOON TO LOWEUJ Patches • Pad Replacement • Seam Repairs • Restretches Mobile Home Park District. the East 1/4 corner of Section 4; thence S00o00'W 393.0 feet along said East line; We Clean Cars • Furniture • Boats 11720 - 64th Street thence N89o03"20'W 660.0 feet along the 1 DOLLAR GENERAL South line of the North 1519.32 feet of said SE One of the country's largest Water Removal • Prespray Free • Free Commercial Estimates Parcel 1: The NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 1/4; thence N00o00'E 703 feet more or less to retailers now expanding to areas in Michigan. 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NYSTROM, Jr. WOOD thence West 1256.64 feet; thence South 560 Please mail resume to District Manager feet, more or less, to the center of the ditch August 10,2001 14941 Bonanza Ct. equals two rooms. CALL 1-866-241-2343 - TOLL FREE Bonded & Insured (running In a Northwesterly-Southeasterly Sandra Kowalczyk, Clerk Granger, IN 46530 direction); thence Southeasterly along the Bowne Township or fax to (219) 243-1140 CARPET MATTING CAN BE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION & CLEANING. CALL L&N FOR YOUR CARPET ANSWERS, center of the ditch to the center of the County f "A Company WHh Values" E.O.E. The Lowell Ledger -Wednesday, August 15,2001 - Page 4 to Christianity is simply be- back to be all we can be The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15,2001 -Page 5 in the car and drove past it. I understand that when I mess cause we don't "show" well. through Christ so that when remember telling him that he up. I'm still under construc- Many Christians have never others look at us they will see couldn't appreciate it like 1 tion. allowed Christ to do much the real stuff of Christ's could because he hadn't Looking at my favorite more than begin the project power. This is what Jesus watched the progress as I had. house I am still moved by its and so they look like some of meant when He said, "Let As I look at my life I think beauty and splendor, yet I see those other projects we've all your light so shine before men about that illustration. When that it, too, has some unfin- ished things, yet those seem seen where the person began that they may see your good Viewpoint. I came to Christ there wasn't *1 to fade into the background with great expectations but works and glorify your Fa- much to work with but when be such loose-goosey tolerances around that cable pulley Of Faith I gave my life over to Jesus, as I am overwhelmed at the either ran out of money, or ther which is in heaven." allowing this to happen. I paid good money for those davits just the master builder, he began work already accomplished lost their motivation to con- What does your personal con- by the master builder. tinue so it is a disgusting heap struction zone look like? Is it a few months ago. THIS OLD HOUSE off far more than he was able construction to make some- Every Christian is under of half finished dreams; for a show piece or a pitiful un- Monday morning came and I called the guy who sold and to chew. thing beautiful out of it. I construction, and every life is that I am profoundly embar- filled project? Happy build- installed them. His business is nearby and his secretary said By Bob Roush, pastor But as the months pro- should like to think that, like a construction zone. The rea- rassed and sorry. Fellow be- ing. he'd stop by for a look. I took off for Key West with my helm Friendship Country Chapel gressed, I developed a high that house, people can see the cozy corner unit and steering cylinder. I had conceded that rebuilding them amazing changes that have son many people "turned off lievers, the monkey is on our regard for the ability of this was way, way beyond my mechanical aptitude, training and taken place in my life since I by Roger Brown Not far from where I live person, and it didn't take me tool availability. I couldn't even get the steering cylinder apart. first believed in Christ. Yet, is a house that I really admire. long to discover that he was DeBold, Daryl Chamberlain. I had found a repair facility in the yellow pages and quit while I'm afraid that far too often As a matter of fact, if I am not just a novice builder, but a HAPPY BIRTHDAY AUGUST 20: Emily Boss, I was ahead of the game. No smashed parts. No squished going anywhere in that direc- what they see doesn' t impress craftsman par-excellence, and Mattie Dalziel, B. J. fingers. i 4 tion I will purposely drive by much more, a master. I have them very much. The reason Rittersdorf, Alexis When it comes to things mechanical, I'm really not as The davit guy showed up while I was gone, looked at By there just because I love to watched the progression is simple. In the house of our Holloway, Andrea Bryant. dumb as I make myself out to be in this column. I'll bet. Here things, told my wife-what it would take to fix it and added that Priscilla Lussmyer look at it. One of the reasons closely for these, I don't know, illustration, beautiful as it is, AUGUST 16: Helen Vezino, D'Agostino, Sandy AUGUST 21: Madelyn in the Florida Keys a majority of the homes are on the water, it was my fault for not keeping the cable taught. The last caveat I fancy this house so much is five or six years. For the most if you were to pry back some Don Gasper, Trent Raab, Dykhuizen, Sean Pawloski, Pfaller, Charlene DeShane- usually a boat canal. Most of these homes are equipped with didn't sound like this was going to be a warranty job. I gave him because I watched it being part it is finished now, and it is floor boards or wall cover- Mike Mooney, Ryan Paul Reggie Owen, Paul R. Dalga, Tim Aksamitowski, boat hoisting davits at the dock. These davits can not only lift a call. I was told straight up that it would be a minimum $100 transformed from a simple breathtakingly beautiful. Yet ings you would find some of Ledger Entries Aksamitowski. Owen II. Joshua Hobrla, Tom Barnes. a three- or four-ton boat, but they swivel so you can swing the service call plus parts. He wouldn't buy into my theory of a old farm house into one of the as I look closely I notice there the old original construction AUGUST 17: Brittany AUGUST 19: Peggy Idema, AUGUST 22: Mike Blough, boat in over the dock and set it down in a cradle or on big design flaw. I later decided he couldn't agree with me because of125,100, 75, 50 & 25 Years Ago most exquisite and beautiful are still things left to do be- still there, all camouflaged by Essich, Jordan Harding. Joseph Thaler, Lois Boonstra, Shane Teelander, Austin styrofoam blocks. Even with the average Joe Schmuck home- he'd be admitting that all those davits he's sold over the years homes I have ever seen. When fore it can be called "com- the beauty of the outward AUGUST 18: Matthew Braydon Brown, Brian Goos. owner entrusted with such formidable equipment, you hear of are flawed. There are probably a lot of smashed boats and I first took note of it, the owner pleted," but oh, what a trans- which the master builder cre- surprisingly few smashed boats and squished pets. squished pets because of the loose tolerances around that cable was attempting to build a sort formation. I was telling a ated. It is like that in my life 125 YEARS THE WEEKLY JOURNAL, AUG. 16,1876 Having lived down here for nearly ten years spread out in pulley. of tower on the front of it. I friend about it the other day too. Although there is the Zadoc Howe is building a new residence at the comer of 2 oz. and measuring 19 1/2 three different homes, I've dealt with a like number of davits Even when I reminded him that these davits were pur- remember thinking to myself and he said, 'Take me over outer work that Christ has Bridge and Jefferson. inches long. for the same period of time. I've found that these davits are chased just last fall and I had also bought pilings for the seawall that he had probably bitten done which has so changed AREA BIRTHS The editor comments that burdock makes a pretty hedge there so I can see it," so we got from him, about $4,000, there was no offer of accommodation. my thinking and lifestyle, yet Alex is welcomed home relatively simple in design, easy to use and quite dependable. along Lowell sidewalks, and that if you have lost any thistles, There was no offer to meet me halfway... nothing. I might as still buried deep inside is the by his big sister, Mackenzie. No smashed boats. No squished pets. Still, to witness a 25- foot they can be found on several streets. well have bought the things on the internet and installed them sin nature that rises up fre- Proud grandparents are boat dangling over a concrete slab suspended from two 5/16ths J. A. Duga's orchard in Grattan has very fine red Astrachan Bob Stiles and Kim Doyle Michael. He was bom Satur- myself for all the good shopping locally had done me. He not quently. It will show when Ralph and Fran Clouser and cables is a sight on a par with most circus acts. apples, says the editor. are pleased to announce the day, July 21, weighing 7 lbs. only wouldn't agree with my argument that the davit was ^ Center Court Apartments Inc. something sets me off or Jean Stiles of Lowell. Two or three days ago I tore into a long put-off project of The Journal offers a Special of nine weeks for 25 cents. poorly designed, he insulted my intelligence by using some makes me respond in- appro- birth of their son, Alexander rebuilding the hydraulic steering on my boat. After a sweaty John Wingler's grocery averaged sales of $435 a day A Nice Place To Live stupid analogy about backing a new car into a pole, then priately. It's as if someone battle with the helm unit, I was ready to attack the piston at the during July. He also shipped out nine tons of butter and 4000 blaming the manufacturer and dealer. I wanted to tell him we has pried back a floor cover- stem that actually steers the motors. The boat was on the dock, dozen eggs. could test his theory with him standing in my driveway while ing to expose these old boards resting on big foam blocks. Thinking it would be easier to get Program helps get new high school I backed out of the garage. I bit my tongue and remained civil. which lie beneath the surface. at things if the outboards were tilted down, I decided to lift the 100 YEARS THE LOWELL LEDGER AUG. 15,1901 4t I pulled up short of a lost temper and foul language. I told the The Bible says, If any stem with the davit. This would allow me to swing the The Lowell Canning Co. elects directors, hires an expert guy we were at an impasse and there was no sense arguing any Vf man be in Christ he is a new students off to "Smart Start" outboards down. canner from Frazeyburg, Ohio, has Pere Marquette lay 400 longer. "I'll fix it myself, and the next time I need anything for creation, old things have It always seems to be this "thinking" thing that gets me feet of track to the factory and builds a sewer to the river. NOW LEASING... the dock or davits, I definitely know where NOT to go," I said. passed away, behold all things into trouble. I hooked the cable to the stem and hit the button. The post office gets two desks and some sorting cases, Newly decorated 1 & 2 bedroom unfurnished Smart Start, a program portant first step in the new ents will be given important I went to a competitor for a $39.00 cable and had it have become new." Although Things came taught as I kept a watchful eye on the boat and the government issue. apartments. Price includes heat, hot water, carport, being offered at Lowell High school year. Students will information about block installed in less than an hour. I figure I bought the guy pretty we have been created new in workings of the davit. Just as the boat was about to lift, the With the light and power company at full capacity, the decorator blinds, newer appliances and many fine School to all incoming new have an opportunity to re- schedule and the school in darned cheap. I'm no engineer, but I already have two very Christ, we are, in a sense, still electric motor powering the davit seemed to bog down a bit and editor calls for electric meters instead of the flat rate system. students and parents, will be view their schedule, find and general. simple designs in mind for modifications that would prevent services. Small pet and short term lease possible. under construction. I'm hop- the cable snapped. Nothing much happened, as the boat hadn't F.J. Ford's hardware store in Alton also takes in wagon and held on Monday, Aug. 27 at 7 open their locker, find their If you have any ques- the cable from jumping the pulley. Either modification would ing that, like this house, when moved yet. No smashed boat. No squished pets. A quick blacksmith work. p.m. classes, and familiarize them- tions, please contact the work, even if, heaven forbid, some stupid jerk like me should 219 N. CENTER STREET, LOWELL people see me, they will see inspection revealed that the cable had jumped the pulley at the A Chicago shoe manufacturer's sales have indicated that (One block north of Vennen Chrysler and Erb Lumber, across This program is an im- selves with the school. Par- high school between 7:30 let the cable go slack while making a hook-up. I'm going to the new creation Christ has tip of the davit's boom. It had pinched between the pulley and women of Kansas City have larger feel than the women of any from Laurels of Kent. Just 10 minutes East of Amway) a.m. and 4 p.m. at 897-4125. settle on one of them and get it installed soon. Remember the 897-0099 Day or Night made possible, and yet will the housing, shearing itself. My immediate reaction was, other city. "Damn, I'm glad that thing wasn't three feet off the concrete!" two rules of davit operation... No smashed boats! No squished pets! My second reaction was, "That just ain't right." There shouldn't 75 YEARS THE LOWELL LEDGER AND THE ALTO SOLO AUG. 19,1926 W. W. Gumser succeeds R. J. McVean as school superin- tendent. He announces that several teachers are looking for BAND INSTRUMENTS that we continue to find ways to reach out to our parents and our •Rentals'Sales community to fully engage all in the education of children. places to board, and that the four courses of study will be • Service • Lessons The school lives of our children pass quickly. It is impor- College Preparatory, Home Economics, Agriculture and Com- Sfarm tant that we, as parents, take time to help our children grow and mercial. CALVARY CHRISTIAN HANSEN S mature. Likewise, it is the school's responsibility to partner Runciman Co. contracts to hand-pick 2 million pounds of REFORMED CHURCH MUSIC HOUSE with parents to improve the learning of each child. pea and other seeds for a Grand Rapids company. There will OF LOWELL Vision We know that our schools in Lowell are good. Many be 60 women hired to do the work at the Thomas elevator and Downtown Greenville' 616-754-3803 Rev. William J. Renkema - 897-7060 individuals have worked very hard over many years to create the Chase factory buildings. 1151 West Main Street, Lowell, Ml Call Toll Free'l-SSS-MUSIC-l8 BERT R. BLEKE Morning Worship 10:00 A. M. an open school system that can benefit all children. Our pledge The Mammoth Historical Pageant will be presented at the (1-888-687-4218) Lowell Schools Sunday School 11:20 A.M. Superintendent is to continue to work in the future to improve all aspects of our West Michigan Fair in Grand Rapids, starting Aug. 30.1500 Evening Worship 6:00 P.M. school system. singing and dancing young people will be involved. Nursery available at both services Thank you for caring and helping in the past and we Six bams and a church burned in last Thursday's electrical Barrier-Free • ADA-LOWELL 5 Soon we will begin a new school year. It will be a year in encourage you to join us in the future as we work together to storm in Ionia County. which parents will hope that their sons and daughters find both make every child's life special. CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTER GOOD SHEPHERD FIRST UNITED METHODIST M-21 5 Minutes Eatt ol Amway H.Q.I 50 YEARS THE LOWELL LEDGER AUG. 16,1951 LUTHERAN CHURCH academic success as well as happiness in their classrooms and CHURCH OF LOWELL (Assembly of God) $4.21 Family Twilight ^6 pm dally' 897-1351 Highland Hill Dairy and Lowell Creamery merge. 1000 10501 Setttowood • Ph. 897-7185 10305 Bluewater Highway (Missouri Synod) 1 other school activities. For many, particularly parents whose 621 E. Main Street •897-5936 3050 AWen Nash S.E.» 897-1100 • Staffed Nursery $4.2S Kids A Smlora all shows Sunday School 9:45 A.M. Hallway between Lowell & Saranac on M-21 DAILY Matin—a tU 4pm children will be entering their senior year, it will be bitter sweet Your comments about this concern or any issue would be quarts of milk are delivered daily around Lowell by three Worship Sundays 8:30 A.M. & 10:00 A.M. Robert W. Helmet, Pastor Morning Worship 11 A.M. SS.00 Studsnts A Late Shorn* Fri S Sat Jonathan Walker, Youth Pastor www.iserv.net/~goodshep as they anticipate the closing of a long chapter in their and their greatly appreciated. Send to Bert Bleke, Lowell Area Schools, trucks. Evening Service 6:00 P.M. $5.7S Ewnlngs Mon -Thurs AIL SCREENS Jason Grear, Children & Young Adults 300High St., Lowell, Ml 49331 orbbleke@ remc8.kl2.mi. us. REV. B. GORDON BARRY Sunday Worship 10:00 A.M. O No passes DIGITAL STEREO student's lives. For parents with kindergarten students, it is the The new workman's compensation act also applies to Prayer and Praise - Wed., 7:00 P.M. SUNDAYS: Nursery & child care available at both services (Nursery available) Unlimltad Fr«« Drink Rafllla A .25s Com Rtfllla beginning of a long journey that holds many unknowns and (check out our web page at www.lowell.kl2.mi.us) schoolteachers. GLENN H. MARKS - Senior Pastor, 897-9110 Worship : 10:00 & 6 p.m. Barrier - Free Entrance Wednesday Evening 7:00 P.M. Oslux* Air Nooksy Tmtl* C.H. Runciman Co. is building a new 80 by 100 foot STAN GERIG - Associate Pastor. 897-5894 WEDNESDAYS: COMFORTABLE DELUXE HOCKMQ perhaps many fears. But for all it is a time of anticipation, hope, Joseph Fremer, Pastor 897-8307 ALL ARE WELCOMEI Family Night: (for All Ages) 7 p.m. CHAIR SEATS WITH CUP HOLDERS and perhaps relief as students leave summer vacations to enter warehouse and a fourth silo for beans. All facilities are wheelchair accessible (Barrier-Free) Generation Jacob Youth: 7:00 p.m. ft/l O V I the routine of school life. Eight houses are under construction in town. . APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE LOWELL CHURCH Increasingly our Lowell staff has come to understand that Separate articles state price supports for wheat at $2.25 a we cannot provide the best education for each of our children bushel this year, and a goal of almost 25,000 acres of wheat for UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE without the full and active support of our parents and commu- Kent County next year. 201 N. Washington • 897-8800 Sunday Services 10:00 A.M. Sunday School 10:00 A.M. nity. It is critical to the success of our school and our children at the Cherry Creek Elementary School Morning Worship 11:00 A.M. 25 YEARS THE GRAND VALLEY LEDGER AUG. 19,1976 12675 Foreman Road, Lowell, Ml 49331 EUGENE LE Sunday Evening 6:00 P.M. The school board holds a special session about the $250,000 CALL FOR FREE HOME BIBLE Wednesday Family Ministry 7:00 P.M. SH0WTIMES 8/13-8/16 STUDIES still in the Building and Site fiind; it ranges over paying off 10 AMERICAN PIE2(R) bonds, tennis courts, a greenhouse and administrative space. Pastor Robert L. Hubbard PASTOR TIM DESHAW 12:30.2:40,4:45, 7:00, 9:10 Letters, Letters, Letters, Letters... Phone: (616) 241-1739 Staffed Nursery Provided ORUSHHOUR2(PG-13) Harold Zeigler pays a record-breaking $1,166 for a 4-H email: apliQhthouse0vahoo.com Barrier-Free Entrance 111:00.1:00, 3:00. 5:00, 7:40. champion lamb, which he donates to the Franciscan Sisters 9:50 The Lowell Ledger welcomes all "Letters to the Editor" for publication on its "Viewpoint" page. House of Bread, a day care centcr. - FIRST BAPTIST ALTON BIBLE CHURCH | O PRINCESS DIARIES (G) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL Cook's Covered Bridge, ca. 1875-80, where the concrete Lincoln Lake Ave. at 3 Mile Road 12:00.2:20,4:30. 7:10, 9:20 Letters can be typed or written. However, we ask that they do not exceed one written page or one | PLANET OF THE APES (PG-13) 1931 bridge now stands at 48th Street SE of Cascade, parallel CHURCH OF LOWELL 897-5648 CHURCH OF LOWELL 12:10,2:30.4:50.7:20. 9:40 2275 West Main Street • 897-7168 Sunday School 10:00 A.M. (United Church of Christ) typed, double-spaced page and must be signed. to a wooden railroad bridge, is pictured. | JURASSIC PARK III (PG-13) — Internet: http://www.fbclowell.org Morning Worship.'. 11:00 A.M. 404 North Hudson • 897-5906 Lowell native Dr. Howard Peckham retires from his posi- Rev. Burland Margesson & Rev. W. Lee Taylor 11:00.12:50,2:50, 4:40. 7:30, "Letters to the Editor" should be sent to the Lowell Ledger, 105 N. Broadway, P.O. Box 128, Evening Praise 6:00 P.M. tion as director of the Clement Library at the University of Wayne Haines, Youth Pastor 19:30 Wednesday AWANA 7:00 P.M. Worship and Church School 10:00 AM. Lowell, MI 49331 or emailed to: ledgerbgl @aol.com. Include daytime phone number for verifica- " Sun. Worship Service.. 9:30 A.M. & 6:00 P.M. R33IEXE1 Michigan. . Sunday School Hour 11:00 A.M. (Sept. - April) Dr. Roger LaWarre. Pastor Sky Hi React, a group of volunteer CB'ers who monitor Prayer and BlWe Study 7:00 P.M. Megan MacNaughton Music Director i FREE n tion. AWANA/JV Wed. 6:15 & 7 P.M. I Bag of Buttary Popcorn BSE ( emergency channel 9, has assisted many motorists with emer- Ccxilad Church Oflke For Priyir Meeting TIitw Pastor Ken Ford (Home) 897-6418 Barrier-Free Nursery Provided .one per ad O Ada-Lowell 5 "U* Editing may be necessary for space, clarity and to avoid obscenity, libel or invasion of privacy. nursery rrovioea • Derner riee YOU ARE WELCOMEI Com* Join U§ For Prate# A Wonhlp I I WWW.GQn.COM gencies already. It was founded July 11. The Lowell Ledger thanks you in advance for your cooperation. The Lowell Ledger-Wednetday, August 15,2001-Pate 6 , % t 1 It* r « M - * *** The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15, ZUUl-Page 7 Sales has the "Dean'' of ducks warming up to Riverwalk parade awarded scholarships by the RIVERWALK FESTIVAL NEEDS CRAFTSPERSONS N Food Marketing Program in i COLLEGE EWS the Haworth College of Busi- The Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking artists, craftsmen and herbalists who Rv ThnHHpnc T l^ranc A /""u^ v r A »» Hnnc in ac Mrlv nc noccihlf* CCDSC tO ODCrate A mntnr i By Thaddeus J. Kraus Area Chamber of Commerce ing it more self sufficient," tions in as early as possible. cense to operate a motor ve- ness at Western Michigan have choice inventory to showcase. These people are invited to share their wares at the 7th Lowell Ledger Editor executive director, Liz Baker. Baker explained. If there are questions or con- hicle. No reckless operation University. annual Riverwalk Festival 2001. Limited space is available. Last year's total duck The Riverwalk parade cerns, call her at 897-9161. of motor vehicles is allowed. LaHaye, a 1999 graduate The city of Lowell has undergone extensive renovation in the downtown district with Calvin College has an-- The gauntlet was thrown ticket sales were $5,320. Lowell Police Chief Jim Michigan law requires opera- Calvin Presidential Scholar- of Lowell High School, re- streetscaping and a Riverwalk Plaza located on the beautiful Flat River. will start at 11 a.m. Registra- nounced its 2001-2002 schol- down and with a little more This year's sales have Valentine noted that candy tors of motorcycles, mopeds ship. He is the son of Randall ceived a Dorothy J. and Riverwalk Festival is always Saturday, Labor Day weekend. This year it will be held Sept. tion begins at 10. arships for new and transfer than two weeks to go, it ap- been enhanced by a corporate should not be thrown from and other similar vehicles to and Jean Boot; and Russell Clinton J. Christoff Endowed 1. The artists will open at 10 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. To add to the festivities there will also Parade participants are students. pears that Riverwalk Festival duck program. The Chamber asked to enter the Kent moving entries. Participants wear helmets. H. Specs, receiving the Calvin Scholarship. A junior, she is a be a parade, an antique tractor show, live entertainment, food booths, a duck race and a health • Cousins Students from the Low- Duck Race coordinators may has sold 70 corporate ducks, County Youth Fairgrounds at may walk along the parade "We ask that children on Faculty Honors Scholarship. food marketing major and fair. For more information or an application, call Liz Baker at 897-9161. ell area include Daniel J. meet the challenge. all of which can be viewed via lij. Hallmark the drive south of Bowes Road route and hand out candy. bikes also wear helmets," Val- He is the son of Russell and the daughter of Michael and Huffman. He received the Holly Spees. Coordinators were chal- a drive along Main Street. on Hudson Street. Traffic will Individuals must be 16 entine said. Marsha LaHaye of Lowell. Calvin Presidential Scholar- lenged with selling $10,000 "Individuals can buy the not be allowed to enter the and have a valid driver's li- Calvin is considered one Awarded for the 2001 -02 ship and is the son of Eric and worth of duck tickets by pa- ducks too; it's not limited to fairgrounds from Broadway of the country's top Chris- academic year, the scholar- Susan Huffman; Andrea M. LOWELL rade time on Saturday, Sept. just businesses and corpora- Street or Bowes Road; Drop tian, liberal-arts colleges and ships recognize students for Renkema received the 1 - reward being, if it is tions," Baker said. off points will be marked with A lot of people like snow. I find will have an enrollment of their academic excellence and Calvin Dean's Scholarship FOR SALE BY OWNER accomplished, Lowell High The corporate ducks are big orange signs. The parade over 4,300 students this year. extracurricular participation and is the daughter of Rev. School football coach, Noel sold for $100. With the pur- will line up on Broadway near it to be an unnecessary freezing Over 90 percent of the stu- in the department* s activities. 13940 Cascade • Pratt Lake William and Riepma Dean will attire himself in chase, the business receives Ottawa Street, travel on dent body receives financial 00 Renkema; Laura A. Befus $229,500 the Chamber of Commerce five duck race tickets and its Broadway north to Main of water. assistance from Calvin, mak- Hard work without received the Calvin Faculty duck suit for the Riverwalk name displayed on the duck. Street, east on Main Street to ing it one of the country's Honors Scholarship. She is talent is a shame, but OPEN HOUSE Festival parade. "It's a marketing program Jackson, north on Jackson to Carl Reiner more affordable private col- the daughter of Raymond and talent without hard SUNDAY, AUG. 19 • 2 TO 4 As of Monday, the tally which is going to help raise where the parade ends. leges. Carol Befiis. was $7,300. "We're just more money toward the op- Baker asks that parade work is a tragedy. or by appointment only From the Alto area are $2,700 away," said Lowell eration of the chamber - mak- participants get their applica- Laura E. LaHaye was Robert Half. Adam G. Boot, receiving the among the students recently 897-8375

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Selections were for premier leadership, personal growth and career success Important information will be shared and students will be able through agricultural education. athletes. to familiarize themselves with the school. For information CHAMBER OFFICE CLOSED The Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce is closed the TAKING FALL SOCCER SIGN-UPS AT YMCA call 897-4125. Lowell Leadership committee seeking applicants week of Aug. 13 and will reopen on Tuesday, Aug. 21. Soccer sign-ups are now being offered for ages 3-5 years WOODLAND CARVERS - and from kindergarten-8th grade at the Lowell branch YMCA. Nausieda and Brinks win GR 2-inan volleyball league Would you like to sharpen your leadership skills, learn more about the Lowell area, expand NOAH'S ARK MODEL TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR To register call the Y at 897-8445 or come to the Lowell office understanding of community issues, organizations and volunteer opportunities? A carved wood model of Noah's Ark, created by the RIVERWALK PARADE at 323 W. 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DROP-IN ART SAMPLERS & Nausieda, a 1991 graduate ofLowell High School, received a BA from Aquinas College from 1-4 p.m. CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP and an MA from Northern Illinois University. He currently teaches communications courses I I I LHS CLASS OF 1961 Visit the Lowell Area Arts Council and check out the arts at Lansing Community College. LOOKING FOR CLASSMATES with hands-on workshops in watercolor, drawing, and cre- Brinks is also a 1991 graduate ofLowell High School. He received a BS from Davenport j j The LHS Class of 1961 is looking for addresses for the ative writing: College and is currently the Director of Operations at JHP in Sparta. Lowell Football Quadruplets, cont'd ... From Page 1 PUNT PASS & KICK

twins," Teri Sikkenga said. "It's been an emotional roller quadruplets, the topic of selective reduction was discussed. process. "I go to work in the morning, come home, take a NOTICE OF PUBLIC SATURDAY: coaster." "Both Paul and I decided that wasn't for us. We have a lot of shower and go to the hospital. We come home about 10 The mother is now allowed to take her children's tempera- faith, a strong marriage and decided we were going to do what o'clock each night. Right now it doesn't really feel like we HEARING AUGUST 25, 2001 tures, change their diapers and give them sponge baths. it takes to make this work," Sikkenga explained. have four babies because they're all in their own incubator." Because their skin is so sensitive, the babies do not enjoy • Lowell High School Paul adds, 'The house will be crowded and we're going to The process has also been difficult, as it is a reminder of BOWNE TOWNSHIP cuddling or the touch of their parents. "Right now it's skin-to- be changing a lot of diapers, but we're going to deal with it the emotional trauma they went through a year ago when they Field C" lost twins, Paul and Renee. Renee was a still birth and Paul skin care. A baby is laid on my chest or Paul's - so they can PLANNING COMMISSION IL together the best way we can." feel my heartbeat and get a sense of touch and smell. The While they can only anticipate what life at home will be died four hours after being bom. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING like with four infants, the Sikkengas know it has been a tiring "It's been scary because of what happened with our hospital calls this to have and not to hold." REGISTRATION - 9:30 A.M. ORDINANCE TO AMEND ARTICLE 10 COMPETITION -10:00 A.M. Agreement, cont'd... From Page 1 (R-5 MANUFACTURED HOUSING COMMUNITY DISTRICT) BOYS & GIRLS Birth Certificate & and another reason I support the concept." into a negotiated construction management agreement." Public notice is hereby given that the Bowne Township Planning AGES 8-15 Parental Waiver Required The type of agreement is looked upon favorably by city In addition, the proposed ordinance permits the council to commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, September 13, authorize the exemption of public improvements from the 8-9; 10-11; 12-13 & 14-15 officials because of the size of the project where costs, timing 2001 at 7:30 p.m. in the historic Township Hall, located at 8240 Alden VERGENNES and coordination are important. competitive bidding process if such contracts are in the Winners in age groups Gym Shoes Only! Nash Avenue, Alto, Michigan, to hear public comments regarding the "Because of the size, complexity and cost ($4 million) of amount of $10,000 or less. In such an event, the city council No Cleats! the project, I am pleased with the approach presented by would still be required to approve the contract as finally proposed amendment to Article 10 (R-5 MANUFACTURED HOUSING advance to regionals TOWNSHIP FTC&H," said Lowell city manager, Dave Pasquale. "The negotiated. COMMUNITY DISTRICT) of the Township Zoning Ordinance PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE renovation of a historic building makes it out of the ordinary (Ordinance No. 2000-3, as amended). Entry Forms Available From Youth Football Coaches PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing Laveque, cont'd... From Page 1 The proposed amendment would modify the procedures for review and before the Vergennes Township Board will be approval of preliminary plans for manufactured housing communities in Or Contact Mark VanLoon held on Monday. August 20. 2001 at 7:00 He was very happy. It's the The name of the driver beloved brother of Denise Funeral Home, 5391 High- the R-5 Manufactured Housing Community District and would amend At 897-4584 PM. at the Vergennes Township Hall, located happiest he'd been in years. was not released pending fur- (Brian) Stevens; Joe (Tracy); land Rd. in Waterford. Fu- the general requirements for manufactured housing communities to neral services are Thursday, at 10381 Bailey Drive, Lowell, Ml 49331 to He was like a role model for ther investigation of the acci- a loving uncle to Cooper and provide for the following: average site size of 5,500 square feet (subject dent. Hannah; and a dear and Aug. 16 at 11 a.m. at Our i I I consider the following application and her four children," to reduction to 4,400 square feet if an equal amount of open space is Kloosterman explained. Ionia County Sheriff De- trusted friend to many, espe- Lady of the Lakes Catholic accepting public comment: Rozema incurred non life- partment Sgt., Michael D. cially Marta Rozema and her Church, Dixie Highway, in provided): allowance of on-site model homes for sale while prohibiting threatening injuries and was Seinen said preliminary in- children, David, Kyle, Matt Waterford. street sales centers; layout of a community in accordance with JPH Development is requesting final transported to Spectrum Hos- vestigation indicates that nei- and Anna. Jerry was an avid Memorial contributions acceptable planning and engineering practices; allowance of a Enjoy the quiet country... development plan approval for "Headwaters" pital by Lowell/Rockford ther alcohol nor speed were a sportsman. He enjoyed hunt- may be made to the Ameri- maximum of one sign not to exceed 32 square feet; the inclusion of a factor in the traffic crash. can Heart Association. before the Township Board for the purpose of Ambulance. ing, fishing and golfing with circulation plan with access to all playgrounds or recreation areas from at Stoneridge Apartments! The driver of the Laveque was the son of his special friends. Visitation A date for a memorial developing property located at 11311 Bailey Chevrolet and his two pas- Joseph and the late Jean is Wednesday (Aug. 15) at service has not yet been set. internal roads with not less than two access points; regulation of Dr. in the SW 1/4 of section 21, RA zoning sengers sustained minor inju- Laveque of Waterford, MI; Donelson, Johns and Evans resident vehicle parking with two parking spaces for each home site; Central air district, into a single family (PUD) planned ries. regulation of visitor parking facilities with one parking space for visitors Energy efficient unit development (18 clustered lots *** for every three home sites; sidewalk requirements if the community Spacious open floor plans Garages/extra parking surrounded by large common areas and You can tell the ideals of a nation by its advertise- density is five (5) or more units per gross acre; requirements for utilities ments. Pet friendly trails to remain permanently in their natural —Norman Douglas including connection to public sewer, if available, and public water, if Great Lowell Schools state). available and underground installation of electric, telephone, cable 13 minutes from The public hearing is to accept comment television, and natural gas; illumination of vehicular and sidewalk Grand Rapids on the final development plan for lots and HOUSE FOR RENT systems; minimum separation distances between homes and minimum Perfect retirement community open space and construction of the setbacks for accessory structures; skirting requirements; minimum Senior center close by private road within the Headwaters MURRAY LAKE setbacks of homes and other structures from property boundary lines MANAGED BY PRECISION Large master suite with private bath, whirlpool tub, development. and public rights-of-way; interior landscaping requirements; screening PROPERTY MANAGEMENT walk-in closet, washer & dryer hookup, private balcony. and buffering when a community is adjacent to a non-vacant parcel of The complete application is available for land; regulation of speed limits (not to exceed 15 mph) and traffic reviewing at the Township Offices located at signs; and designated open space requirements of not less than 2% of LOWELL ACREAGE, $259,900 10381 Bailey Dr, PO Box 208, Lowell, Ml the community's gross acreage if the community contains 50 or more Special buyer incentive package included. 49331 during office hours of Mondays, home sites. Wednesdays and Fridays between the hours 865 Lincoln Lake Ave. Spacious ranch home with 3.6 acres. 3 large of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm. Call with questions The proposed amendment would also amend the definitions of "mobile bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, spacious kitchen with 616-897-5671, or fax to 616-897-5674. home" and "mobile home park" in Sections 2.53 and 2.54 of the eating area, formal dining room, living room with Zoning Ordinance to refer to "manufactured homes" and fieldstone fireplace. Walkout level plumbed for Written comments will be accepted if "manufactured housing communities," respectively. another bath and just waiting for your design. 24 x received by 3:00 pm August 20,2001. The proposed zoning amendment may be examined at the Township 36 pole barn for the mechanic or hobbyist. Comments can also be emailed to Call Hall, 8240 Alden Nash, Alto, Michigan, and Wednesdays or Fridays today for details. Dab Pawloski, Five [email protected]. 3 bedroom/2 bath between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Marl C. Stone Star Real Estate 292-1721 or log onto Available the end off August 243-7511 www.VQurautomatedaQent.cQm. 2 bedroom apt. with 2 full bathrooms, spacious closets, Vergennes Township Clerk August 10,2001 washer & dryer hookup, private patio or balcony, large Lowell off M-21 Sandra Kowalczyk, Clerk Bowne Township master suite with walk-in closet. by the new Meijers tlxXXXXlXllIIIiriTTIIHHTTITTTTTTTTi897-6824 r The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15, 2001 -Page 11 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15,2001 -Page 10 Kaeb brothers capture Quilt Fix spirit of youth fair in Members of the Bowne Township Historical Association are busy putting action and words together a quilt which will be raffled By Thaddeus J. Kraus Lowell Ledger Editor off at the Dec. 22 Christmas open The senior dairy showmanship contest was the final event house at the Bowne Township for two brothers whose Kent County Youth Fair combined Historical Museum. The queen-size tenure covers nearly 22 years. Aaron and Ben Kaeb did not compete; instead they quilt pattern is titled broken Dishes." relished in the opportunity to maneuver their dairy cows around the Reath Bam floor one final time. Tickets for the quilt are six for $5 or "We watched our older siblings grow and do well and then $1 apiece and are available at the it was our turn to follow them," said Aaron Kaeb. "It was just township office, the Riverwalk Festival P fiin to be out there. Most of the people out there were cousins, Kaeb Brothers, cont'd, pg. 12 and the Alto Festival; also from Bowne Township Historical Association members. Pictured, from left to right, are: Kim Culbertson, Janet VanWyck and Sally Johnson. -/Ida (Zkiiojpiactic There is never a better measure of what a person is than what he does • Aaron Kaeb, left, and Ben Kaeb participated in their Offering Holistic healthcare through when he's absolutely free to choose. final Kent County Youth Fair. The two competed in the chiropractic, nutrition and exercise. William M. Bulger Senior Dairy Showmanship event Now accepting new patients. NOTICE OF ANIMAL HOSPITAL OF LOWELL GRATTAN PUBLIC 11610 E. Fulton St. HEARING DR. KAREN CLARK TOWNSHIP BOWNE TOWNSHIP 545 Ada Drive Bruce Langlois, D.Y.M. HEARING OF In the Village of Ada PLANNING COMMISSION 676-2888 I FAMILY PET PRACTICE THE PUBLIC GRATTAN TOWNSHIP PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO • Evenings & Saturday Hours Available ZONING ORDINANCE TO GARAGE SALE GARAGE SALE ZONING BOARD Boys clothes/jeans, computer Wood stove, Chevy tailgate & tool • Early Drop Off & House Calls ELIMINATE MOBILE HOME Stem We Qa Ctgain! games, bikes & misc. household box, 5 gal. pails, hunting hats, towel • 24 Hour Emergency Service OF APPEALS PARKS AS A USE ALLOWED BY items. Fri., 8/17 & Sat., 8/18, sets, crafts. Aug. 16,17 & 18, A Public Hearing before the Grattan Zoning ^The Lowell Moose Lodge #809 Is Prou'd1 901 Flat River Ct. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 407 N. Division. • Science Diet Pet Foods Board of Appeals will be held at the Grattan RIGHT IN THE R-3 URBAN To Sponsor Our Annual Parent- • Boarding & Grooming Township Hall, 12050 Old Beldlng Road, on: RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT Child Fishing Derby. GARAGE SALE "TREASURES FOR SALE" • Sick or Injured Animals Aug. 24, 25, 26; 9-6 p.m. One day only: Fri., Aug. 17, 9-5 p.m. Public notice Is hereby given that the Bowne WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22, AT 7:00 P.M. 1463 Parnell SE, 1 mile north of M- 11748 Five Mile Rd., Murray Lake. Seen The Same Day Township Planning Commission will hold a 21. Furniture, games, clothes size 7 Round table & 4 chairs, collectibles, public hearing on Thursday, September 13, Saturday, & up; other items too numerous to Christmas decorations, misc. at which time and place the following subject household goodies, puzzles, books, Call 897-8484 2001 at 7:30 p.m.. In the historic Township list. will be heard. Aug. 18th post cards, something for everyone! Hall, located at 8240 Alden Nash Avenue, NEW STUFF!!! Alto, Michigan, to hear public comments Pebble Beach ADA Jeff Schafer has made application for regarding a proposed amendment to Section Baby items galore, maternity AUGUST 16,17,9-5 P.M. variance from the Grattan Township Zoning 8.02 of the Zoning Ordinance to eliminate clothes, household items, comput- 9:00 a.m. -12 noon er, and much more. Thurs. & Fri. 9-4 819 Lincoln Lake. Clothes, books, Ordinance Sections 3.13[C] and 9.03 [A] for mobile home parks as a use allowed by right p.m. 935 Pine Valley (M-21 to games, toys, Diablo skates, water an accessory building 24' in height in the R-3 Urban Residential District. Bennett). heater, snowmobiles, home deco., exceeding the height requirement of 18' for Jan Hagara, Gnomes, Precious TUSAIC You Moment figurines. the RR Zoning district. Said parcel is located The proposed zoning amendment may be GARAGE SALE I would like to thank the following people and businesses at 9796 Tiffany Creek, Rockford, Ml Just bring your 1487 Hawley Hwy., Saranac, locat- examined at the Township Hall, 8240 Alden for donating items for the Moose 809 Golf Outing permanent parcel #41-12-16-300-031. ed 2 miles N. of M-21 on the corner GARAGE SALE Nash, Alto, Michigan, on Wednesdays or pole and we will of Hawley Hwy. & Sayles Rd. Saturday, Aug. 18,9 a.m. - 3 p.m. that was beldfuly 28tb at Arrowhead Golf course. Fridays between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 ffofcfo** supply the baitt Thurs., Fri. & Sat., Aug. 16-18 Girls day bed, little girls clothes, lots Written comments concerning this issue p.m. from 8 a.m. - ? Surround Sound of miscellaneous items. Riverbend Jim Martin To everyone who helped make this a success/id outing... thank should be received prior to the hearing and No Boats Please! System w/receiver, antique dresser 10455 Settlewood. Heidi Christines Rick Fonger w/mirror, complete Avon nativity you! Mom, Randy, Dad, Cliff, addressed to: Al Berry, Grattan Township August 10, 2001 SOS Hair Salon MB Distributing Open To The Public collection, craft items & supplies, Sally and Deb, thank you for Zoning Board of Appeals, 12050 Old Beldlng Sandra Kowalczyk, Clerk treadmill, clothing & misc. items. GARAGE SALE Sneakers Kent Beverage all your hard work! Road, Beldlng, Ml 48809. Bowne Township ^ Sponsored by the Lowell Moose Lodge ^ Aug. 18, from 9-4 p.m. 2450 Gee Larkins Arrowhead Grandma Rosie, you did an Dr. (Alden Nash by Harold Zeigler I BARN SALE Mancino's Italian Eatery Jill Bruinekool excellent job cooking. Thanks. I Ford), follow the signs. Furniture, Collectibles/antiques. Sat., Aug. 18, Looking foruard to same time clothes & lots of good stuff priced Fase Apiaries 12-6 p.m. 843 Montcalm NE, Pat Fonger Focused on planning for retirement? to sell. next year, sign up early! Call or stop by today Fallasburg Park area. View items at Admiral Westside Distributing Angie Carlson, Which A traditional IRA or www.iserv.net/-agharris. 897-6998, Wittenbach Publicity chairperson 401 (k) rollovers Christopher J. Bouma Roth IRA, each offering unique tax advantages, GARAGE SALE Investment Representative can help you build your retirement nest egg. Thurs., Aug. 16,9-5 p.m. Mech. made easy 2050 W. Main, Suite D GARAGE SALE drafting table, gas stove, small Need to finance a college education? Thurs., Fri., & Sat., Aug. 16,17,18. desk, women's clothes. Barbie's Lowell, MI 49331 IRA An Education IRA can help you save Lots of stuff 417 Hunt St. comer of clothes and more. 946 Lincoln The Lowell Moose Lodge would like to thank all the 987-9515 for higher education expenses. Lincoln Lake & Hunt St. Edwardjones Lake, comer of Hunt. www.edward|ones.coin parents & kids who foined us in the Fishing Derby. Serving Individual Investors Since 1871 is right for you? 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Main,Lowell 897-9294 Trucks on the Road' Parts & Service The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15,2001 - Page 13 The Lowdl Ledger-Wednesday, August 15,2001 -Page 12 Heat doubled the electricity output required by Lowell Light & Power COMING By Thaddeus J. Kraus Lowell Ledger Editor Lowell was running its peaking generators from 9 a.m. overloaded. The system being used there is not adequate for until 9-10 p.m. the number of people and electricity being used, Richards Noticos in The Ledger's "Com- On an average summer/spring day, Lowell Light and . that can last a lifetime. For EVERY WED.: The "Pep- of 84th & M-50 (Alden ENGLEHARDT LI- visit their website at There were no outages during this time with the exception said. "It just wasn t designed for what they are doing now. ing Events' are free of charge Power operates at between 7-9 mega watts of electricity. infor call Terry Cavanaugh, pers" group (senior adults) Nash) at 7 p.m. BRARY HOURS: Mon. - www.graaa.org. of the Lowell Fairgrounds, where a circuit burned up. "It was to any nonprofit organization 868-6481. Last week's record-breaking heat indexes were not your meets at Franciscan Life Wed., Noon - 8 p.m.; in the Lowell, Ada, Alto, and average summer days. LL&P was running at all-time peak Process Center from 1- EVERY 2ND THURS.: Thurs. & Fri., 9:30a.m.-5 SAT., AUG. 25: Cyclamen Saranac areas. We prefer loads -15 mega watts. Kaeb Brothers, cont'd... From Page n TUES.: Take Off Pounds 3:30 p.m. $10 per week to N.A.R.F.E. meets 1:30 p.m. p.m.; Sat., 9:30 a.m. - Chapter #94 OES invites "Every circuit was loaded to the max and our transformers such notices to be kept brief Sensibly Tops Ml#372 must remain positive and keep a smile on your face. If you cover expenses. Transpor- at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2:30 p.m. family and friends to their were running within a hair of their rated capacity/' said Lowell distant cousins or friends. It was probably the most laid back and to be submitted by mail, meets at Key Heights Mo- don't, you haven't got a prayer," Ben Kaeb said. tation is available. For 2700 E. Fulton. Friendship Potluck Picnic at Light & Power general manager, Tom Richards. Tm sure the dairy showmanship you'll see." but will accept notices by bile Home Park Community On this day, for the second year, the Michigan State With the fair behind them, the Kaeb brothers prepare for more information, call Pat WOMEN OF THE Creekside Park from 3-5 amount of energy used over those days peaked as well." phone at 897-9261. Building. Weigh-ins at 5:45 students were beaten out by Byron Center's Bobbi Myer. another year at MSU. Aaron is studying crop and soil sciences at the Center at 897-7842. EVERY SECOND MOOSE: Business p.m. Bratwurst, chicken Lowell is a member of a power pool which serves 13 cities. p.m. Aaron Kaeb finished second and Ben Kaeb placed third. and Ben is studying entomology. THURS.: Lowell V.F.W. Last week (Monday through Thursday) the pool set a new EVERY MONTH: The Flat meeting is held the third breast & beverages fur- peak every day. The pool was using over 800 mega watts of "I knew early on that Bobbi would probably win. On this "We've been quite competitive over the years, but it's EVERY SECOND WED.: Auxiliary #8303 meets at River Snowmobile Club Mon. of each month at 8 nished ; bring a dish to pass electricity. "Every city in the pool was running every generator day, her cow was setting up better than mine," Aaron said. been fun," Ben Kaeb said. TUES.: Flat River G.F.W.C. Lowell Women's 3:30 p.m. at the V.F.W. meets at the clubhouse at p.m. & own table sen/ice. RSVP to full capacity," Richards said. "Electricity has to be created "I'm usually a little ahead of Ben in showing dairy, but Ben Woodcarvers meet at Club meets at 12 p.m. in Post, 307 W. Main St., Low- 11841 Potters Rd. just east by Aug. 24 to Nancy at the moment it's being used." has finished ahead of me showing beef." LAAC from 6:30 to 8:30 the community room at ell. Showboat to feature of Montcalm Ave. To check LOWELL AREA ARTS Domanski (897-1310) & 4-H and showing exhibits and animals at the fair have p.m. New members wel- Schneider Manor, 725 been a Kaeb family thing. Now that the last of the Kaeb meeting dates and times COUNCIL: Open Tues., leave message. come. Bowes Rd. EVERY THIRD THURS.: children have finished years of participation, one might local church performers call 897-5015 for a re- Wed. & Fri. noon - 5 p.m.; Parents Supporting Par- Thurs., noon - 7 p.m.; Sat., AUG. 24 - 26: Clarksville assume that the Kaeb factor will fade away. corded message. Guests 1ST TUES.: Adults with Not so fast! "As long as their mother (Luanne) remains a EVERY FOURTH WED.: ents is a support group at 1-4 p.m. 149 S. Hudson. Steam & Gas Association's The Lowell Area Ministerium will be sponsoring Sunday are welcome. AD/HD at Calvin College,7- leader of the Alto Active Achievers 4-H Club, we' 11 probably Elderly volunteers needed Franciscan Life Process Old Fashioned Days on Night Alive on Aug. 26 at 6 p.m. at the Lowell Showboat. 9 p.m. No cost. All welcome. all remain involved," Ben Kaeb said. "I already help teach her to participate in the Center offering a variety of MON., AUG. 20: The Robbins Rd., Clarksville. CITY OF Sunday Night Alive will feature a variety of performers EVERY SUN. THRU OCT. For info, call Gary Engle at kids how to show poultry, cows and beef. That's exciting as Intergenerational program topics and discussion Lowell Athletic Boosters Dawn till dusk. Featuring from local churches, with Rev. Tim Deshaw, pastor ofLowell 21: Free admission to the 897-6325 or 248-2423. well as seeing them do well." Church of the Nazarene, as the master of ceremonies for the Fallasburg one-room with school-age children geared to parents of chil- Club will hold their regular steam & gas engines, an- The Kaeb brothers agree that attitude is 70 percent of LOWELL evening. schoolhouse on Covered from Lowell in many differ- dren all ages. Call business meeting at 7 tique tractors, sawmill, showing an animal at the fair. The community is invited to join in to celebrate the good Bridge Rd. between 1ST TUES.: WINGS Par- ent seasonal activities. 897-7842 for time. p.m. at the Red Arrow shingle mill, blacksmith, "No matter what happens or how the animal acts, you things of God at the close of the summer season. Fallasburg Park Drive and ent Group meetings from Two times available: 9:45 stadium concession spark show, etc. PUBLIC NOTICE McPherson/Potters Road. 7:30 to 9 p.m., usually in to 10:45 a.m. or 12:45 to EVERY THIRD THURS.: stand. Come and sup- From 2 to 6 p.m. Board Room at 300 High 1:45 p.m. Call Sister Col- Royal Arch Masons regu- port our athletes. SUN., AUG. 26: Sunday The Lowell City Council, acting as the Zoning A community is like a ship; everyone ought to be pre- St. Business meetings are leen Ann Nagle, F.S.E. at lar meeting at 7:30 p.m. at fi\gh\ Alive at 6 p.m. at on odd months & program Board of Appeals, will conduct a public pared to take the helm. EVERY MON.: Lowell the Franciscan Child De- the Lowell Masonic Cen- MON., AUG. 20: The Lowell Showboat; a variety hearing at their regularly scheduled meeting —Henrik Ibsen High School Fellowship of meetings on even months. velopment Center, ter, 119 Lincoln Lake, Clark-Ellis American Le- of performers from local KEENE Christian Athletes and on Monday, August 20, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. at Open to any interested 897-7842. Lowell. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. gion & Auxiliary will hold churches to celebrate the Friends • meets from 7- parents. the Englehardt Public Library Community 8:30 p.m. in members' their family picnic at good things of God at the EVERY FOURTH WED.: EVERY THIRD THURS.: Room, 200 N. Monroe Street, Lowell, TOWNSHIP homes. See poster in high Creekside Park at 6 p.m. close of the summer sea- EVERY SECOND & Support group for Periph- LaLeche League of Ada, Meat and beverage fur- son. Michigan. school cafeteria or call FOURTH TUES.: Knights VERGENNES 676-1355 for details. eral neuropathy meets at 4 Cascade & Lowell meets at nished; bring dish to pass PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE of Columbus #7719 meet- p.m. at St. Paul's Anglican 6:30 p.m. for socializing; The purpose of said hearing would be to & own table sen/ice. MON., AUG. 27: Smart Tkiesday, Sept. 4f 2001 ings at St. Mary School, Church, 2560 Lake Michi- meeting at 7 p.m. Motherto Start program at Lowell High receive comments on the following variance SECOND MON. OF EACH TOWNSHIP 7:30 p.m. gan Dr. N.W., Grand mother support for preg- SAT., AUG. 25: James School at 7 p.m. for new request: at 7:00 P.M. MONTH: Fallasburg His- torical Society holds its Rapids. Call 897-9794. nant & breastfeeding C. Veen Observatory Visi- students and parents; to Keene Township Hall EVERY SECOND TUES.: PUBLIC HEABING NOTICE monthly board meeting in women. Nursing children tors Night from 9-11:30 familiarize them with the 8505 Potters Rd. Lowell Masonic Lodge • 145 S. Center Street - Steven and Perry the meeting room of Engle- EVERY WED.: Overeaters are welcome to attend. Our p.m. weather permitting. school, block scheduling, Saranac, Ml 48881 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing regular meeting, 7:30 p.m. Cook wish to construct a 24' x 30' detached hardt Library at 7 p.m. Anonymous, 7:30 p.m. at current location is a church $1 children, $2 adults. Call classes, etc. Call 897-4125 before the Vergennes Township Planning at the Masonic Center, 119 garage within two feet (with roof overhang) Keene Township Planning Commission will Public invited. Forest Hills Presbyterian in Ada. Please call 752- 897-7065 for directions or for more information. Commission will be held on Monday, Lincoln Lake, Lowell. All from the south side lot liNe. A detached be holding a public hearing and accepting Church, 7495 Cascade Rd. 7524 for more information. September 10, 2001 at 7:00 p.m., at the Masons are welcome. accessory building must be three feet comments from the public for the following SECOND MON. OF EACH (at 36th St.) No fees, no Vergennes Township Hall, located at MONTH: The Lowell dues, no weigh-ins. SECOND THURS. OF EV (including overhang) from the side or rear requests for amendments to the zoning EVERY 1ST&3RD TUES.: 10381 Bailey Drive, Lowell, Ml to consider Board of Education meets ERY MONTH: The Ada yard lot lines. Thus, a variance has been ordinance. Lowell Lions Club meets at proposed amendments to the Vergennes at 7:30 p.m. In the Admin- EVERYTHURS.: TakeOff Historical Society meets at petitioned. 6:30 p.m. at Look Memo- Township zoning Ordinance. A summary istration Building, former Pounds Sensibly Tops Ml, the Averill Historical Mu- Property owned by Verne Lettlnga and rial Fire Station, S. Hudson. Runciman Elementary, No. 333, Saranac, meets seum of Ada, 7144 Headley The Lowell City Council will conduct the Michigan Agrl Systems of Lake Odessa Inc. follows: WEEKLY ACTIVITIES 300 High Street. at the Saranac Public Li- at 7 p.m. following public hearings: Is applying for a rezoning of land EVERY 3RD TUES.: Par- brary. Weigh-ins at 6:45 Article ill Zoning Districts, Section ents of children with AD/ LOWELL SENIOR NEIGHBORS CALENDAR • An ordinance to amend Section 18.06 approximately 118 acres located at the SW SECOND MON. OF EACH p.m. SECOND THURS. OF 201.308 "C" Commercial District: HD Issues Group meeting 897-5949 Review Standards of Chapter 18 Site Plan corner of Whites Bridge Rd. and Sayles Rd. MONTH: The Bowne EACH MONTH: Geneal- at St. Luke's Lutheran Review - Zoning Ordinance of the Code of in the SE quarter of section 30, parcel Township Historical Soci- THURS.: Weight Watch- ogy - The Alto Family Tree The proposed amendments are to modify Church, 32156 4 Mile NE ers meets at Lowell Club meets at Alto Public MON.: 8:30 a.m. Walk THURS.: 9 a.m. Walk/ Ordinances of the City of Lowell. numbers 34-070-030-000-055-00 and 34- ety holds its regular at Woodland Mall. Shop at the Malls; 9:30 the current "C" Commercial section to (& E. Beltline) at 7 p.m. For Nazarene Church, 201 N. Library from 6:30 p.m. - 8 070-030-000-050-01. The application is meetings at the Historical a.m. Crafts; 1 p.m. Euchre. info.,call Linda at874-5662. p.m. TUES.: 8:30 a.m. Walk rename as "GO" General Commercial Museum at 84th and Alden Washington, at 7 p.m. Reg- • An ordinance to add Article V, "Moving of requesting rezoning from Agricultural- For teen group info., call at Woodland Mall; 10:30 District and provide for permitted uses and Nash, 7:30 p.m. istration is 1/2 hour before FRI.: 8:30 a.m. Walk at Buildings and Structures," to Chapter 7, Residential to Low Density Residential for Sarah 281-6588. a.m. Armchair Exercise. special exception uses and clarifications for meetings. New members EVERY SECOND & LAST Woodland Mall. Buildings and Building Regulations," of the purpose of discontinuing farming and are invited to join at any SATURDAY OF EACH the current commercial districts. A new MON. OR TUES.: Cub WED.: 12:30 p.m. Shop the Code of Ordinances of the City of constructing a manufactured home EVERY 1ST TUES: Adults time. Questions? Call 1- MONTH: James C. Veen district and section 201.3085 "CC" Scouts for boys In 1 st - 5th at Family Fare. Lowell. development. with AD/HD Issues Group Observatory (3308 Kissing grades, in Alto or In Lowell. 800-651-6000. Community Commercial District is proposed meeting at Calvin College Rock Rd.) Visitors Night Contact Terry Amidon at to be added. This section is to provide for a Rm. 206 of the Commons EVERY THURS. - St. from 9-11:30 p.m. if the SPECIAL EVENTS • An ordinance to amend Article II of A text amendment to the zoning ordinance is 897-8751 for more infor- village atmosphere of small-scale bldg. For Information call Chapter 2, "Administration," of The Code proposed by the Planning Commission. The mation. Mary's Pregnancy Crisis night is clear. $2 adults; $1 of Ordinances of the City of Lowell by proposed amendment is for Article II, commercial, office and residential land uses Connie 942-6887. Center, 402 Amity St., non- children to 18. For info, call WED., AUG. 15: Adv. THURS., AUG. 23: 12:40 and includes permitted and special exception denominational help for Starwatch at 897-7065. Council. p.m. Shop at Family Fare Adding Division 3 "Construction Section 2.02 Definitions of 'Lot" to remove FOURTH MONDAY OF EVERY OTHER WED.: pregnant women and ado- Management Contract." the word "not" from the following sentence: A uses, dimensional and design standards, EACH MONTH: American 6:45-8:45 p.m. G.E.M.S. lescents at the school. SECOND SAT.: Lowell THURS., AUG. 16: FRI., AUG. 24:12:40 p.m. open space and landscaping standards, lot Legion Clark-Ellis Post 152 lot shall not include road easements or road Girls Club - Calvary Chris- From 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; on Amateur Radio Club meets Noon: Dance. Bingo. size and use restrictions. at Lowell V.F.W. Hall, 307 Copies of the above ordinances amendments right-of-ways. This amendment will allow new tian Reformed Church. Mondays from 5:30 - 8 at the west end of Lowell E. Main St. at 8 p.m. MON., AUG. 27: 12:40 are available for inspection during normal lots to Include right of ways as part of the lot Girlsages8-13.897-8694. p.m. Phone 897-9393. High School. 9 AM social FRI., AUG. 17: 12:40 The complete text of the proposed ordinance p.m. Visit "Clever Cook" p.m. Shop at Wal-Mart and business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday area. gathering; 10 AM meeting. EVERY 1 ST MON.: V.F.W. & Fabianni Ice Cream Dollar Store. through Friday) at City Hall, 301 East Main amendments can be reviewed at the EVERY WED.: Pioneer FIRSTTHURS.: 4-H drama LARC sponsors the 145.27 Post #8303 meets at Store.- Street, Lowell. Vergennes Township Hall, 10381 Bailey Clubs 6:30-8 p.m. Ever- club examines theater-re- MHz area radio repeater All interested persons may attend the public V.F.W. Clubroom, 307 E. TUES., AUG. 28: 12:40 Drive, P.O. Box 208, Lowell, Ml 49331 - green Missionary Church, lated topics, creative and system. hearing and comment on the zoning map Main St., Lowell, 7:30 p.m. MON., AUG. 20:12:40 p.m. Shop at Sam's Club. Interested persons may submit comments To and text ordinance amendments. Written Phone: (616) 897-5651 [fax 897-5674]. 10501 Settlewood Dr. Chil- personal development p.m. Cribbage. Written and oral comments will be received dren ages 4 thru 7th grade. skills. Meetings held at EVERY FRI. & SAT. : WED., AUG. 29: 8 a.m. Lowell City Hall, 301 East Main Street prior to comments will be considered If mailed and EVERY MON.: Boy Scout Call 897-5894 for details. Lowell Middle School choir Averill Historical Museum TUES., AUG. 21: 7:15 Women's Breakfast. the meeting or appear In person at received at the Keene Township Hall before until the conclusion of the public hearing. Troop 102, for boys 11 & room. For information call of Ada at 7144 Headley is Gambling. Englehardt Public Library. Written comments may be addressed to the up or completing the 5th- September 4, 2001. Comments may be WED.: 8 p.m. ALANON 897-1502 after 5 p.m. open from 1 to 4 p.m. Open THURS., AUG. 30: Noon, Chairman or the Planning Coordinator at the grade, meet 7 to 8:30 p.m. emailed to [email protected]. A map meets at Lowell Congre- other times by appoint- WED., AUG. 22: 8:30 Dance. Township offices. Comments may be emailed during the school year in Betty R. Morlock of the land location and the text amendment gational Church basement. FIRST AND THIRD ment. Call 676-9346. a.m. Kellogg Bird Sanc- the Scout Cabin at the end tuary at Gull Lake and FRI., AUG. 31:12:40 p.m. City Clerk will be available for viewing displayed in the to the Planning Commission at: THURS.: The Alto Lions of N. Washington St. En- "Christ the King" Cathe- Shop at Family Fare. 616-897-8457 window next to the Township Hall front door. [email protected]. EVERY WED.: Rotary Club meets at Bowne Cen- joy activities like hiking and dral in Kalamazoo. meets at noon at Lowell ter Fellowship Hall, corner camping and learn skills Planning Commission of Keene Township Vergennes Township Planning Commission Masonic Temple. HAPPY LABOR DA Y WEEKEND! ThAU*e. Lowell Ledger-Wednesdayy, Augus.- —O t 15,2007 1 -PagOe 14 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15, 2001 -Ptge 15 Lowell area residents earn planner program certificates ... t nm^it Charter Townshio ongoing training need Dealing 8 Michigan State University Extension Citizen Planner niques and complete 30 hours resident; Debra Hinton, Low- zens appointed to serve on Program will award 12 Lowell area citizens and planning of land use related commu- ell City Planning Commis- P R „rj nf Anneals local land use planning bod- nity service. The community sioner; James Pfaller, Low- Zoning Board of Appeals ^ officials certificates for successfully completing the program. with the mc r Recipients of the citizen planner certificates must attend service requirement, how- ell City Planning Commis- ® * , n R "V Harloff, Lowell Charter UI-auiiun V. each week In Lowell Led- DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING Township resident; Alicia paoc no ger, 105 N. Broadway, School lunch prices will increase CASE 33 Harris, Vergennes Township ^ MARIO OROZCO Lowell, Ml 49331 three Lowell Area Education Foundation to consecutive weeks, and Hall of Justice TO: MARIO OROZCO proof of publication shall for 2001-02 school year mail out school calendars this week 333 Monroe N.W. IT IS ORDERED: be filed In this court. By Thaddeus J. Kraus Grand Rapids, Ml 1. You are being sued by Lowell residents with children in the donation to the Foundation. July 25,2001 Lowell Ledger Editor building offices and kitch- cent increase in total lunch Your Bundles of Joy Need 49503 plaintiff In this court for Lowell School District will be receiving their The businesses which will carry extra ens. Reduced price lunches program revenues. However, Complaint for Divorce. free copy of Lowell Area Education copies of the calendar are Meijer, Mass Patricia D. Gardner, For the first time in eight remain at 40 cents, breakfast the lunch program operated \ Bundle of Life Insurance Plaintiff name: Youmustflleyouranswer Foundation's annual "Partners in Education" Mutual Life Insurance (Mac McPherson), Judge years there will be a lunch at 30 cents; free meals are at a deficit of $36,010. In LETICIA GALLARZO or take other action per- calendar. First Baptist Church of Lowell, McGee /f you have kids, you need a big amount of life price increase at Lowell Area available to those who 1999-00 it operated at a defi- The calendar keeps parents and students Homestead Bed & Breakfast, Curtis Clean- insurance. A term policy from Farm Bureau Life Schools. qualify. cit of $105, 249. abreast of all the school and sporting events ers, Roger Chapman, agent. State Farm In- Insurance Company of Michigan ^ The meal prices in 2001- "We strive for continued Kotarski told the school throughout the year. surance, Roll Away Family Fun Center, provides the protection you need Jf'A- 02 are as follows: improvement and hope to board Monday night that it at a cost you can afford. Call today. Snyder's The calendar was mailed out on Wednes- Speerstra Insurance Agency, BJ Roark & O If you believe Elementary lunch $ 1.45; continue to serve the students was realistic to think the pro- 4A O day. A limited number of copies will be Co., Inc., Lowell YMCA, Litehouse, Root- Middle and High School lunch with the finest program that gram will operate in the black MARK JOHNSON Making Your Future More Predictable Asphalt available at a multitude ofLowell businesses. Lowell, Lowell Amoco, Reedy Realty, Ward everything you $1.60; Adult lunch $2.35; El- we can provide " said Lowell for the 2001-02 school year 6095-28th Street amm farm bureau C\J 'The calendar is a valuable aid to parents Electric Inc., Huntington Banks, Friendly CiD ^Driveways & Parking Lotsj ementary breakfast 90 cents; food service director, Lynne based on the price increases. Grand Rapids, Ml mm* INSURANCE IT) during the school year," said Marsha Wilcox, Lowell Dentists, Ionia County National FARM BUREAU MUlUAl • FARM BUREAU LIFE • EARU BUREAU OENERAl O read, better not Middle and High School Kotarski. Even witli the price in- 49546 - 940-8181 CO IVe Deliver Premium Topsoil $12lyard! a member of the Lowell Area Education Bank, Gerst Funeral Homes, Lowell Show- breakfast $1.10; and Adult For questions, comments crease there are only three www.larmbureauinsurance-mi.com Q 1-800-755-4547 Foundation. 'The December portion of the boat Garden Club and Overbeck Construc- < read. breakfast $1.65 or suggestions, call 897-4443. schools in the county with calendar will have an envelope attached to it tion Co. Inc. or 642-0202 Assistance is available for Last year there was a 1.8 lower lunch costs, according so if people choose to, they can make a We Accept Major Credil Cafds Japanese families who may need it. Ap- percent increase in total stu- to Kotarski. MM Proverb plications are available in all dent lunches and a 7.7 per- Information is golden. I want everyone to get as much AWANA information as possible - you cannot have a democracy without WILLPOWER. 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Call for details...897-4123 visrr us AT WWW.HEATTNQCOOUNQONUNE.COM The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15,2001 -Page 17 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15,2001 -Page 16 Dunn crowned 14. There are several standard provisions that are typi- terminate the contract, can he require you as seller to contrib- cally included in these types of agreements, such as a time is ute toward the cost of repairs, etc. of the essence clause, a binding effect clause, a severability 7. There should be a provision dealing with real estate clause, an amendment clause and a governing law clause. 2001 Kent County LEGAL taxes and assessments. Are the taxes to be prorated and if so, 15. All parties to the agreement should execute and date how, or instead of prorating taxes, is buyer simply going to be responsible for those taxes and assessments which become th'f agreement. EASE There are certain disclosures that a seller is required to Youth Fair Queen due subsequent to the closing date? make to a buyer under Michigan law. For instance, the seller 8.1s there going to be a survey (a lending institution will By Thaddeus J. Kraus By require one) and who shall pay for the cost of same. This is is required to provide to buyer a seller disclosure statement Lowell Ledger Editor which provides the buyer with certain information regarding Jonathan David typically buyer's responsibility. 9. There should be a provision requiring you as seller to the condition of the property. Further, if the home was 4-H has been very, very good to Jeanie Dunn. s provide evidence of your title to the property. This is done by constructed prior to 1978, then under federal law the seller is Last year she was the grand champion in the hunt seat and the issuance of a title insurance policy which is typically at required to provide buyer with a lead based paint disclosure over fences competition in the state horse show at Michigan seller's cost. This provision should also include what happens statement. Since the form of the disclosure statements are State University; she was selected by the state to compete in if any defects in title show up on the title work. governed by Michigan and federal law, respectively, you will the Mid South Team Challenge at the Kentucky Horse Park; want to make sure that you use those mandated forms for f 10. Will there be any contingencies that need to be met and she was a member of Lowell's state champion equestrian DEAR JONATHAN: You have an interesting and infor- providing those disclosures to the buyer. before buyer is required to consummate the transaction? If so, team. mative column. In one of your prior articles you gave some This is a very general answer to what is involved in putting those contingencies need to be spelled out. For instance, if The Lowell senior has been showing horses for 10 years. information on what a homeowner should do when selling together a real estate purchase agreement. I recommend that buyer's obligation to close is subject to his ability to get This year marked the fourth year she has competed with i* their home without the use of a realtor. It seems like I saved the before you finalize any such purchase agreement, that you fey financing, then the agreement needs to say that. There are "Buddy," her appendix quarter horse. article, but I can't find it. Can you give me some information have it reviewed (if not prepared by) an attomey knowledge- other types of contingencies that a buyer may want to include In a last-minute decision, Dunn decided to run for Kent on this subject? Thank you. able in residential real estate transactions. in the agreement. As seller, you will want to allow buyer as few County Youth Fair Queen. The same success she's enjoyed JONATHAN SAYS: There are two important points to contingencies as possible. showing horses followed her through the queen competition. keep in mind when selling a home without a realtor. First of all, 11. A provision should be included indicating when and Dunn was crowned queen on Sunday (Aug. 5) following the you want to make sure that you properly document all of the Attention All Coaches, Proud Parents, where the closing is to take place, as well as under what Kent County Youth Fair's opening ceremonies. terms and conditions regarding the sale of the home. You will conditions that closing date can be extended. There should Athletes & Others Who Wish To "It's the first time I've ever run for queen. I'm very proud «» also want to make sure that you comply with certain disclosure also be language included as to who is responsible for the of the honor. The role of queen gives me an opportunity to requirements required of sellers under Michigan law. Submit Photos In The Ledger... various fees associated with the closing. Typically, the buyer represent the Kent County Youth Fair and to give something As to the agreement itself, several key points to keep in is responsible for the costs of recording the deed and the back," Dunn said. "As queen I will attend events, parades and mind: It Is important that the mortgage and the seller is responsible for the cost of recording set up community service projects." 1. It must be in writing to be enforceable. subject's face not be shaded Members of the 2001 Kent County Youth Fair Court, left to right, are; Clint Steketee, Caledonia, junior king; any discharge of mortgage, as well as the transfer taxes (both The fair marked the last time Dunn will show "Buddy." 2. If you as the seller are married, then your wife must sign In order to print your photo Morgan Olin, Lowell, junior queen; Shannon Conson, Walker, Kent County Youth Fair first runner-up; Jeanie Dunn, county and state) which will be imposed upon the sale of the The senior will head off to college next September and will the agreement to make it enforceable against the buyer. clearly In the paper. Ada, Kent County Youth Fair Queen; and Stephanie Peavey, Lowell, Kent County Youth Fair second runner-up. property. sell her horse. Dunn's current plans are to study politics and/ 3. You want to properly identify the property being sold. 12. You might want to include a provision that sets forth All group pictures should or education (elementary teaching). Also, if there is any personal property being sold with the certain remedies in the event either party to the agreement be taken home, the agreement should so indicate. defaults. WITHOUT . 4. The agreement should include the purchase price, the 13. A provision should be included indicating when caps, visors, etc. Attention All Coaches, Proud Parents, time and method of payment and the amount of the earnest possession is to be turned over to the buyer. Is this to take place Photos will no longer be money deposit being made by the buyer.. at closing, or are you, as seller, going to have the right to retain Athletes & Others Who Wish To 5. As for buyer's method of payment, will he be paying accepted If faces are too dark. HELP WANTED ARROWHEAD possession of the property for a period of time after closing? cash at closing or will he be purchasing the property from you Submit Photos In The Ledger... If you are going to retain possession of the property after the on land contract. This needs to be documented. GOLF COURSE closing, then language should be included spelling out your It is important that the Service writer wanted. Full time, 2170 Alden Nash, Lowell •897-7264 Also, if buyer plans to get financing through a bank or rights and obligations as tenant and the buyer's rights and subject's face not be shaded financial institution, there should be language included that GM experience preferred. No obligations as landlord while you are in control of the property. in order to print your photo dictates when the buyer is required to apply for the loan and the CART SPECIALS For instance, there should be language how much rent, if any, There are three rules for writing well. clearly In the paper. Saturdays. Apply in person to date that loan needs to be secured in order for the transaction I MONDAY - FRIDAY SATURDAY & SUNDAY is to be paid by you, when the property needs to be vacated and Unfortunately, no one knows what they All group pictures should George in Service Dept. to be consummated. what happens if you fail to vacate in a timely fashion, whether 18 holes w/cart 18 holes w/cart 6. Provisions relating to buyer's right to inspect the prop- are. be taken the buyer has the right to come onto the property while you are ^ WITHOUT $ erty at his cost should be spelled out, as well as what rights the M9 per person 20 per person still in possession, etc. Somerset Maugham caps, visors, etc. buyer has if he does not like the inspection reports, i.e., can he Thomet Valid anytime, no time restrictions. Not valid with outings & league play Photos will no longer be HHEVRQIH BUICK ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••a accepted if faces are too dark. 1250 W. Main, Lowell • 897-9294

LOWELL AREA r Keiser's Lowell Family Medical Ctr. Mark Johnson CHARACTER IN ACTION •^o James C. Lang, D.O. Kitchen 6095-28th Ste. 4 2550 W. Main 700 E. Main 940-8181 Our community is filled with citizens living their lives everyday with respect, inlegrily, i 897-8455 compassion, honesty, and responsibility. These are the character traits our community has 252-5600 chosen to emphasize. Do you know someone who goes beyond what is expected to help others? Do you know someone who has overcome great obstacles to succeed? Is there someone you know that lives their life every day modeling our character traits?

You have the opportunity to recognize an adult, teen, child, service group, business, or organization that would be a worthy candidate for the Character in Action Award. Award winners would be recognized in the local press and would receive a certificate of State Farm Insurance Tummino & Tummino, P.C recognition. Please help us .-ecognize the everyday heroes of our community! Martin Vredenburg, D.D.S. Roger D. Chapman, Agent Please complete the following form and mail to: 1150 N. Hudson 311 E. Main Lowell Area Chamber Of Commerce 897-8429 217 W. Main 897-5931 113 Riverwalk Plaza fltaybe P.O. Box 224 897-9237 Lowell, MI 49331 It'/ M Lowell Area Character in Action Award The Buyer/ Harold Zeigler Ford Name of Candidate Showboat Automotive 11979 E. Fulton Guide/lec^er Supply Inc. Address Zip Phone 897-8431 Character Trait(s) Exhibited: (please circle) Office 1450 W. Main W 897-9231 Respect Integrity Compassion Honesty Responsibility J. Summary of why you are recommending this candidate: n Also in order to keep pictures from pili.ig up in the future, we are implementing a new policy. Modern Photographies Greenridge Realty Anyone wanting their photographs returned alter Hooper Printing 104 W. Main 1160 W. Main they have appeared in the Buyers Guide or Ledger 2125 Bowes Rd. 897-5606 897-9239 Nominated by: must include a sell-addressed, stamped envelope or 897-6719 Phone: Please enclose a picture, if possible. Please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope if pick up the photo within 60 days of publication. you would like the picture returned. Alter 60 days, photos \ull be discarded. The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15,2001 -Page 19

The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15,2001-Page 18 walking. Usually the first step in the morning is particularly tenderness. Spurs can be found incidently on X-rays in indi- viduals without pain. ^ — |JL|^ With Drs. Paul Gauthier, painful with the pain easing after 5 to 10 minutes of walking, It's Hot!!! So am the deals Jim&KevinM er but gets progressively worse as the day progresses. Treatment is aimed at decreasing the inflammatory pro- PiScllin '" The pain is located usually at the inner weight-bearing cess and treating any underlying mechanical problems. Avoid area of the calcaneus (heel bone). The spur results from strain, any activities that put constant strain on the foot. A heel cup or injuring the attachment of the plantar fascia (tissue) to the fqlt can be inserted in the shoe to relieve pressure on the heel. calcaneus. Any activity that increases weight-bearing or pres- Anti-inflammatory medication may be prescribed. An injec- sure such as running or jogging or excessive foot pronation tion of corticosteroid and anesthetic into the tender area of the (turning in of the foot) or a sudden change to flat shoes after heel usually brings dramatic relief from pain. Orthotic devices wearing high heels can cause inflammation to the plantar may be prescribed to alleviate mechanical pronation. If con- fascia. servative treatment fails, a painful heel may require surgical X-rays frequently demonstrate the spur at the point of treatment. j m J V E ™LP 9 HELP FOR FOR SERVICES*! 1 SERVICES* 0 a 9 © 0 long-term care policy to meet your individual needs. But here ^WANTED, WANTED SALE SALE Financial Focus are some general guidelines to keep in mind as you consider ^ -— r Heel Spur long-term coverage: • Look for a stable company - You may not actually need QUICKBOOKS ARE YOU LOOKING FOR DRIVER - CDLB drivers A CAREER IN REAL BEAUTIFUL 10 ACRE 1979 CHEVY UNIVAN Calcaneal exostosis (heel spur) is a common problem. 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Can be moved bedr, 1 bath home, close to '"a /• 1 /-'"Wl while yours is being DRIVER - You like it! You CARPET - Beautiful oat- anywhere. Call 1-800-615- VICTIM OF CAREER park & schools, finished fixed. Call 897-9040 for love it! Now earn more of it meal berber, very durable, 1224. ADJUSTMENT!! - Want a basement, 2 stall garage, details. $$$, 14-16 Day CDL training (bought new, never used.) r d i! v ](• r flexible lifestyle with oppor- 6x8 shed, fenced back yard can earn you 36K-42K p/yer! 120 yards. Cost $1,500, 3/4 ACRE LOT IN tunity to earn a good income? with patio. $110,000. Call No exp. nec. $0 down req. sacrifice $575. 517-227- TANGLEWOOD ESTATES - WINDOWS, CABINETS, Think about real estate. Call 897-1517. Open House Call 1-877-83TRAIN. 2986. Perfect for walkout or mfg. DOORS - New construction Craig Sanborn at Westdales Sunday 12-3 p.m. 1445 Carol home. Close to new or custom replacements. Cascade office 942-2300, Lynne, Lowell. V OWN A COMPUTER? - Put STOP THROWING YOUR expressway, $19,900. iiv Free estimates. Please ext. 533. ^CARD OF^ FOR FOR FOR ^ it to work! $25-$75/hr. PT/FT. MONEY DOWN THE Westdale BH&G 616-538- e contact Michael D. at 682- DISCOUNT www.wealthsoar.com, 888- TOILET- Own a 3BR/2bath, 8500 or JoAnn Church, THANKS REXT SALE SALE , 4630 or 340-5986. GROWING BUSINESS MANUFACTURED HOMES - f 658-1472. large master suite. $1,000 616-534-8945. NEEDS HELP! Work from Some with assumable loans, down. CalM -800-615-1224 IN MEMORIAM 1993 CHRYSLER NEW home. Mall-order/E- others repossessed and CARD OF THANKS FOR RENT - Lakefront cot- FOR SALE - 3 bedroom, FOR CARPET HOME MAILERS NEEDED - DEALER OUT OF In memory of YORKER - very clean. Runs NEED WEDDING Commerce $500-$4000/week offered at discount prices. Heartfelt thanks to all of the tage, Sept. - May $550 a raised ranch, 2 1/2 years INSTALLATION - Call 616- Earn $635 weekly mailing FOR SALE -1995 Chevy S- BUSINESS - Must sell ALL Alice Lambert great, full power. Asking PT/FT. Free Information. Bank motivated to sell. All dear relatives and friends month + utilities. 291-3867. old, on 2 1/2 acres. Lowell INVITATIONS? OR 642-6471, ask for Phil. letters. Easy! Limited open 10 pickup, ext. cab, 134,000 PRODUCT 3BR/2 bath by It hardly seems two years $1,900 or offer. Call 897- www.DreamFreeNow.com offers considered. Call for a who came to help me Schools. $165,000. Call positions. Call 1-888-517- miles, teal. Call 837-1100 Sept. 1st. No offer refused. ago 7489. BIRTH (888)373-9961. list of homes in your area. celebrate my 90th birthday. It APARTMENT FOR RENT - 897-7770. 2362 Ext. 3625 24hrs. day or eves. 1-800-615-1224. She left all stress behind. gave me many more happy Alto, $475 + deposit, no pets. ANNOUNCEMENTS, $164 MOVES YOU IN!-The Dave Covert® Home Though she's no longer with NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - America 1-800-365-8232. memories to cherish. Must have steady employ- CEDAR POST LOG BED - FOR SALE BY OWNER - 3 ANNIVERSARY realtors we work with have FOR SALE - Antique Model us, Thanks again. Queen size. Amish made, Light industrial positions in PART-TIME LUB r\, ment. 868-6208. bedroom farmhouse on 2.86 a list of over 85 homes for T. parts. Make an offer. Call She is never out of mind. the Lowell/Alto areas. All HOME FOR SALE - Ada, 7 Helen Alderink. includes mattress. 2 mos. old rolling wooded acres, Lowell INVITATIONS? sale where the seller may TECH/CLEANUP PERSON 897-4148. ® LOST » acres + pond, 3,400 sq. ft. 4 We know her spirit now (still in plastic). Cost $800, schools, convenient location accept $164 total down pay- shifts. Many positions avail- - Ideal for student, 15-20 STOP BY & CHECK able. $8.50 - $12 an hour to bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 2 fire- shines sell $175.517-626-7089. in area of newer homes. ment & pay ALL buyers hours per week, good atten- FOR SALE - 16 ft. alumi- In a far better place. ®WANTEI* start. Apply today. Staffing dance required, must be at places, I i v i n g/f amily/rec $88,000. 2847 Gulliford Dr. OUT ONE OF OUR closing costs. Homes avail- num pontoon, new deck LOST! - Missing since 7/29 Just as we remember daily JUST REDUCED - MUST Inc. 917 Washington St., least 16 years old, able to rooms. A must see. 897-7248. able from $59,900 to carpet/battery, prop, 15 hp is our cat Chance. He is a The precious smile upon her FREE 9 SELLI - Bought another CARLSON CRAFT Greenville. 616-754-2100. work after school or school $265,000. Also 3 wooded $199,000. Call Scott Noffke Evlnrude. Runs excellent. black & gray tiger with a face. WANTED - facility. Apostolic vehicle! 2001 Olds Alero, to work program. Must be acres, $70,000. Call 676- FOR SALE - Rainbow BOOKS! at (800) 282-0325 or 616- $1,750 obo. Call 517-637- white belly & hind legs. You She left a legacy of Lighthouse. Phone Pastor red, 4 cyl., auto, power eve- DRIVER - Big trucks earn willing to work & be depend- 9035 or 874-7697. vacuum cleaner, $100; Jr. 975-0909 to pre-qualify & 8322. may be our last chance. kindness rything, leather, moonroof. Many styles to choose you big bucks!!! 372 student able. Competitive wage, FREE BLACK & WHITE Robert Hubbard, 616-241- compound bow, 30-45 lbs., computer match you to a Please bring him home. Her lasting love...a gentle Must see! Asking $14,995. drivers needed! No $7/hour or more depending CHERRY SLEIGH BED - PUPPY - Call 231-937-2219 1739; e-mail $90; Cornet, $200. OBO's. from in many program. CTX MORTGAGE *98 MAZDA 626 LS - Auto., Thank you. Please call sign Call 616-318-6189 or 794- experience necessary! $38- on ability. Apply in person at Queen size, $165. Bought or 897-5070. aplighthouse @ yahoo.com Call 897-9768. COMPANY. 4 cyl., sunroof, alarm, Maureen anytime 915-6389. 2983. d'rffmnt price ranges! $42K potential 1st. year. No new (2 mos. ago) Still in box. She now has lived in Metric Manufacturing Co., tape/CD, air, cloth, cruise, cost CDL training. If qualified. 517-227-0006. Heaven WATERBED - extra long Lowell Ledger 1001 Foreman Rd, Lowell. 102,000 hwy., $9,000. Call Call 1-800-380-0610. Exp'd Since August 19,1999. FREE 10 MONTH OLD CAT It is so easy to BUICK - 1994 Century, twin w/2 sets of sheets. MAKE YOUR HOUSE OR 897-5451. TRY A Sadly & greatly missed by 76,000 miles, clean, excel- drivers call 1-800-958-2353. • front claws declawed & Make an offer. Call 897- 105 N. DECK - look like new. Free SWEET CORN FOR SALE - all her family. place an ad I lent condition, original owner CLASSIFIED! neutered. 7 toed cat. To good 2030. Broadway estimates. Barracuda Power by the bushei & by the dozen. senior citizen. 874-8550. Son, daughters, grand- & home. 897-5874. Call today! Wash 813-8160 11130 36th St. SE. 897-8808. 897-9261 great-grandchildren. Phyllis McAvoy. The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, August 15,2001 -Page 20

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