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Hcj-.G 2, 50ri3 TRI-CITY R SPRffiJGPORT '' 4;2>, 117th Year Issue No. 49 December 5, 2001 Seventy-Jive ^ems
Demolition sets stage for developers of prime river front sites 200 say goodbye VM Ceremony begins paper mill removal By Joe Cheshire The beginning of the end of the old old friend and family provider. go out seeking other jobs. It pro- place where everyone knew every- Watervliet Paper Company took During the mill's heyday, more vided security and livelihood for one else, and cared about them as place on Monday morning. With than 500 earned their living there, a several generations of Berrien and well." more than 200 former workers and place where your father worked, Van Buren County residents." The mill was more than a place of /i spectators on hand, a mechanical you worked, and you knew your Tom Yore, an employee of the mill employment, it was a friend to the dinosaur sunk its jaws into and workers over its many years of op- children could get a job. for over 40 years, said, "The mill i Ji iM 'Al — pP. I clawed away at the metal sludge was not only a place where you eration. This reporter spent 21 removal building in a symbolic YOU WERE FAMILY worked, it was also a place where years within the walls of the old gesture of the mill's demise, thus brick structure, and I too, felt the As Aide to Senator Harry Cast, you were family." The mill pro- starting the demolition process. Bob Breckinridge said. "The mill vided hams and turkeys to employ- See MILL For more than a century, a mill has niiiAfnrii**f wasn't the highest paying place, but ees at Christmas time, along with continued on page 3 set on the banks of Paw Paw River, WATERVLIET PAPER MILL the pay was enough, that you didn't hosting parties and outing. "It was a first beginning as a grist mill, then a SAYS GOOD-BYE...Tom Yore, a lumber mill, and then early in the 40 plus year employee at Wa- REMEMBERING 20th century a paper mill. tervliet Paper Company, details Bob Flaherty The last roll of paper rolled over some of the company^ history during the good-bye ceremonies (above) and the giant machines more than a dec- Monday. The old mill on Paw : John DeFields ade ago, signaling the end of em- Paw River is being razed, and (right) were ployment to more than 350 workers. I on ships in hope springs eternal for new growth on the site. j Pearl Harbor BITTERSWEET TEARS I when it was (Joe Cheshire photo) » As the crowd, Monday, gathered ' attacked on close to hear short speeches from r Dec. 7, 1941. dignitaries, many former mill em- Their stories ployees stood in the bittersweet are on page 7. 5 arrested ' moment. Many were trying to hide the tears as they bid farewell to their for armed Watervliet treasurer resigns ^ I robberies due to health; former of Randy's commissioner appointed Amoco By Cliff Stevens missioner Ronda Jones to fill the By Cliff Stevens Watervliet City Treasurer Sandra treasurer's post. Five Benton Harbor area men have Pullins who was first elected to the Gagliardo said he expects Jones to been arrested in connection with post in 1988 resigned her position be sworn into office this week. two separate armed robberies at due to health problems. In another area, the commission ALL QUIET... but for the rumble of equipment and the tearing of metal, you could have heard a pin drop Randy's Amoco station in down- At a special meeting of the Wa- approved filing for a grant wit the as a crowd of 200 quietly watched the ceremonial beginning of the demolition of the Watervliet paper mill. town Coloma. tervliet City Commission December U.S. Environmental Protection (Karl Bayer photo) The convenience store was robbed 3, the Commission voted to accept Agency to seek additional funding twice this year, on June 2 and No- her resignation retroactive to Nov. to reduce overall costs for required vember 11. 20. testing on properties involved in Family of paralyzed youth needs van Coloma City Police Chief Kenneth Pullins was elected to a new two- Brownfield Redevelopment areas Gustafson said both armed robber- year term in city's general election and Renaissance Zones in both ies were solved through the efforts last November. Watervliet City and Township. Lee Smith coming home of two Berrien County Sheriffs Watervliet Mayor Tony Gagliardo, Approved $100 merchant gift cer- detective-sergeants Michael Dan- with the approval of the Commis- tificate to fiilltime employees and By Joe Cheshire while the family preformed artificial High School. "He loved football neffell and Dennis Buller. sion, appointed former City Com- $50 certificates to part-time work- Lee Smith, the Watervliet High respiration on Lee. He was trans- and is. really looking forward to get- Working on a tip received by ers. School Junior who was injured July, ferred to a nearby hospital, where it ting back in school." • Chief Gustafson, the detectives is coming home from the hospital. was determined Lee had broken his Edmonds said the family has talked were able to identify the subjects Michelle Edmonds, Lee's aunt said neck. with the school about Lee's re- involved in both robberies. Monday morning, "Lee is expected Lee was transferred to Children's enrollment. Watervliet Superinten- Arrested in connection with the to be released from the hospital on Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas dent Bob Gabel confirmed the June 2 robbery was Anthony John- Memorializing 9-11 Wednesday, and is looking forward where he underwent surgery on his school has talked to Lee's family, son, 18. Chief Gustafson said a sec- 1 to getting back home." neck, and remained in a coma for and stated, "when Lee is re- ond accomplice is still being sought. Lee was injured in a freak accident some time. enrolled, there will be special con- In the Nov. 11 armed robbery, the on July 18, while on a family outing Lee was transferred to the Univer- siderations and equipment re- arrests of Antoine Broadway, 17; in Arkansas. The family was fishing sity of Michigan Hospital in Ann quired." Gabel said when the time Willie Lee Nash, Jr., 20; David" on the Arkansas River when they Arbor after a 29-day stay in Chil- comes, a meeting will be held to Partee, 15, and Damario Rimpsoit,' decided to seek relief from the heat. dren's Hospital. determine what special needs will 17, have been made. Lee ran down a hill and dove into He has seen regained the use of his be required for Lee. Gustafson said none of the money the water, where he apparently arms, but still has no hand or finger Lee suffered severe lung damage taken was recovered. struck his head on an unknown ob- control. "They're trying to teach from inhalation of water and re- City police said in addition to tWF ject. When the other members him how to use silverware now," mains on a breathing device. He sheriffs department, Coloma reached the river's edge, they found says Edmonds. also suffered severe swelling of the Township officer Brett Langstott? and Watervliet City police assisted Lee floating unconscious, face down Anxious to return to school See LEE in the investigations. in the water. Edmonds said Lee is anxious to continued on page 3 GOD BLESS US ALL...is the mural designed by art students from Emergency crews were called return home and reenter Watervliet Coloma High School as a way of remembering the September 11 ter- rorists attacks in both New York and Washington, D.C. Murals painted by the students are being displayed on a billboard off 1-94 near Volunteer to speak of WTC Vacant buildings targeted the Coloma exit. (Cliff Stevens photo) • horrors at church service in proposed Wvt. charter Sunday December 9, will be Youth this area volunteered to go to New By Cliff Stevens on April I. ••V.T • Day at the Plymouth Congrega- York. He spent a week working at After eight months of work, the Charter members felt it would be tional Church, 123 First St., Wa- Ground Zero and was blessed be- Watervliet City Charter Revision beneficial to the city of Watervliet ^ | cause of the assistance he could tervliet. The speaker will be Pastor Commission has all but wrapped up to have its fiscal year start at the Johan Abrahams son. Earl Abra- give and at the same time shocked revising the 1925 city charter. same time as other surrounding * * 4' hams. The service starts at 11 ;00 at the horror of terrorism. Meeting November 29, commis- governmental units, Coloma City, a.m. Earl came from South Africa sion members reviewed chapters Coloma and Watervliet Township. with his parents in 1986. He was At the meeting, charter members t k * In his own words when he came they'd completed earlier in the year, educated at Berrien Springs High , back, "I will never be the same undertook some minor word approved an amendment to its Spe- School and did his Master's degree again." Along with him there will changes and agreed to take official cial Assessments Chapter stipulat- in psychology at Andrews Univer- be groups of musicians from Zim- action to forward the revised charter ing that any commercial, industrial sity in Berrien Springs. babwe and Zambia to bring us the to the Watervliet City Commission or residential structure which has He is currently employed at Riv- best of gospel music from Africa, at its Dec. 27 meeting. been vacant or unoccupied for 180 * erwood Mental Health Center as a and other Christian soloists from Included in the proposed charter days maybe removed or razed. Jk; Child Therapist and Crisis Inter- this area. revision is a change in the start of Warren Disbrow, charter chair- UNITED WE STAND...is one of two murals recapturing the Septem- vention Counselor. You are welcome to experience an the city's fiscal year. man, said the complete text of the ber 11 acts of terrorism in America. Painted by art students from Ban- A week after the September 11 4on the spot report' and a challenge Currently the city begins its fiscal charter revision should be for- gor High School, the murals are displayed on a billboard near the Co- attack on the twin towers in New that you too may never be the same year July 1. Under the proposed warded to the Watervliet City loma Emergen^ Ambulance headquarters. (Cliff Stevens photo) York he along with 42 others from again. change, the fiscal year would begin Commission for its input in January. December 5, 2001 Tri-City Record Page 3 one that can be rigged for handicap ested parties." Page 2 Tri-Clty Record December 5,2001 hard working Green and White LEE access. "If anyone knows of a van, The 92 acre spray field area, about Athletic Boosters who improved our continued from page / we sure would appreciate them let- one mile east of the mill site is also Letters and ConiuienUu bleachers and pressbox this season. brain. He remains paralyzed from ting us know," added Edmonds. contaminated, said Thomas, and it If you enjoy Friday nigh high the neck down, but the family is too can only be used for commercial school football, then you also know mine heart-sick and sore. Erasing all hoping his continuing therapy at use. . \ T re T WE WELCOME my doubt, has let me know we that fan support is a critical element wm m A Lakeland Medical facility in St. in the chemistry that makes the MILL r f « never again shall see those days of Joseph will improve his condition. RECREATIONAL USE yore. event special. To those fans, all over TWO DATES THAT WILL LIVE IN INFAMY/ continued form page I LETTERS... Family members have taken training The remaining 158 acres just across I view with pride the history of my the area, but particularly to those in The.Tri-City Record welcomes all in the care and operation of Lee's emotional twinge as the building M-140 from the mill does not con- land: It's freedom ringing out from Hartford, thanks for all your en- \i DECEMBER 7.1941 letters to the editor. Letters are special equipment, in preparation of succumbed to the wrecking ball. tain contaminates, said LaGrow. "It shore to shore. Aggressor's found a couragement this fall. Every athlete subject to editing, especially for his return home. The 12 acre parcel where the mill could be used for recreational or length, and will be published at the strong united stand, but always, we is a winner when their efforts are Lee's return home was delayed set will show no signs of the mill perhaps even some nature trails." discretion of the editor. have fed the weak and poor. applauded no matter what the from late November. "He was ever being there in 120-150 days, LaGrow said because the area con- All letters must be signed and Our torch of liberty has been held scoreboard says. scheduled to be released and comc said Loraine Thomas of the De- tains many wet lands; she is not must include a phone number or high to all who would escape the Sincerely, home in time for Thanksgiving, but partment of Environmental Quality certain at this point how it will be address so the authorship of tontro- despot's brand. Great men of des- Tom Shoemaker and the the doctors didn't think he was (DEQ). The bricks and concrete are developed. versial letters can be verified. tiny have had to die to hold that Hartford Coaching Staff ready," said Edmonds. "So we all slated to be crushed and buried on As the former employees and Names will be withheld at the re- scared torch high in this land. went to Ann Arbor to have Thanks- site, with the metal going to a recy- visitors paused in a historical mo- quest of the writer for sufficient We've always given God his right- Would like giving with him." cling plant. Other debris will be ment in Watervliet's history, reason. Letters should be typed or at ful place as King of Kings, and disposed of in a landfill. LaGrow passed out equipment least written in easy-to-read hand- mighty above all. And he in turn has Materials & labor donated nametags as mementos. The tags writing. Names must be printed, in showered us with His grace, and to respond bore the inscription "Watervliet addition to the signature. never let us hear the conquer's call. for ramp at home CONTAMINA TED ACRES For this' my land that I have loved to article With the expectation of his retum Of the total 267 acres now owned Paper Company, 1892-2001." by Berrien County, 109 acres con- TRI-CITY RECORD since birth, to no one do I need home, a ramp has been installed at apologize. This greatest country on the family home. "Big C Lumber tain contaminates which prevents 138 N. Main St., P.O. Box 7 God's green earth, this country that & letter donated all the materials, and the the property from being used for Watervliet, Ml 49098 Dear Editor: I M 1 I WWW. Hauch's celebrate 50 anniversary so many now despise. Indiana Labor Union installed the recreational or residential use. (616)463-6397 Fax 463-8329 I would like to respond to the letter •But we have weathered change ramp," said Edmonds. Cindy LaGrow, Executive Director tricityrecord Their children are Cheryl (Robert) years and is now employed at Co- E-mail at recordffl cvbersol.com Merlin and Jacquelyn Hauch of and storm before, and we will meet in your newspaper the week of No- n M i of Berrien County Economic De- Reinhardt of Richland, Kevin th The family is hoping to find a .com loma Frozen Foods. Karl & Anne Bayer, Publishers vember 12 , and the misleading Bainbridge Township were honored the challenge once again. The seeds handicapped access equipped van or velopment said, "We have several th (Denise) Hauch and Tim (Tina) Mrs. Hauch is retired as a secre- Karl Bayer, Editor headline in an article about me the on their 50 wedding anniversary of discontent, sweep from our door, SfPTEMBER ftf 2001 companies that have expressed an Hauch of Benton Harbor and Sandy tary at the Coloma Community Amy Loshbough, Business Mgr. th with a family dinner at the home of the cause of liberty must surely win! week of November 5 , both of jiiiuj j interest in establishing there, and Schools. Bonnie Bannen, Copy Editor which may have cost me the presi- their son and daughter-in-law, Tim Luther Hombarger To Subscribe to the I'm sure as soon as this story hits (Robert) Herman of Coloma. They They are members of St. Paul's USPS669-340 permit for dency of the Coloma Area Chamber jji and Tina Hauch. Watervliet TRI-CITY RECORD the paper, my phone will begin also have 14 grandchildren. United Church of Christ in the Tri-City Record, a of Commerce, as I lost my bid by Merlin Hauch and the former Jac- Dial 463-NEWS ringing with calls from other inter- Mr. Hauch was engaged in fruit Bainbridge Township. weekly newspaper with only 3 votes. quelyn Weber were married No- farming in Bainbridge for many periodical postage paid at Letter to all Statements made in the letter from vember 10, 1951 in Benton Harbor. Watervliet, MI 49098 Annette Friday Biorge were com- Postmaster, send address football fans & pletely false. Besides that, the letter 12-5-01 changes to P.O. Box 7, was printed too late for me to re- J/mkojLch @TCR Watervliet MI 49098 particularly spond before elections. I want it Chamber of Commerce Out Of dollars that are donated by busi- room elsewhere. In death too. He: clearly understood that my husband Quee^ n Contest If Electe- d Presi- nesses toward the costs. had no sepulcher. Coloma those in and I are not against growth and dent." My running for president had Last but not least, Mr. Fitz hardly He was bom in darkness, He died in Thanks for progress in Coloma. In fact, we little to do with who runs the queen blinked when telling other Chamber darkness, "over the whole land".' Board learns Hartford have met and fully support the contest; however, I did intend to members that neither he nor the The light of the world came into it i —v-.v- - V• m the support Dear Editor: owner of the new wnery right next fairiy p0ii the entire Chamber Chamber had anything to do with at dark, to make it bright with His of interest in For many high school students in door to us. We even advised him of membership for their opinion on the the new queens' commirtee. I have presence, which presence taken' liear Editor: ether arw busiiiBsses ihBt might be | j . Southwest Michigan, Friday night matter That is what shou d have n hand a letter fi om Blossomtime away made it dark again. We at Randy's Amoco would like mgans football. Most all of our local able to help him. Nor do we object been done in the first p|ace j also dated September 25, 2001 which Bom in a manger on a hard couch position to thank first of all the police offi- districts field a football team which ^"tTen,ih0me t0 simP|y wanted to give something reads: "The Blossomtime Festival and died extended reposing on the • By Cliff Stevens cers, and their support staff for the bears the communities name and right behind our home, nor to any- back to the community, and to bring Board of Directors has authorized bitter couch of the cross. He as At a special December 3 meeting, excellent support they showed us. with it the faithful following of nu- thing Annette Biorge wants to do some professionalism and cohesion the Coloma Chamber of Commerce bom between two animals, the ox 5 members of the Coloma Board of Their diligent efforts, combined merous fans. Stadium lights, the 10 1,16 chamber and the ass. He died between two? Education learned at least ten can- £. with evidence provided through our What mv hndharirt ^hT u /?, - ^ o^'ous by the as the Executive Group for the 2002 — — band, the cheerleaders, and the ex- hat my husband and I objected to chaos that occurred at the meeting Miss Coloma Pageant. They will thieves and during His life He re-: didates are interested in applying video camera surveillance system, ceived citement of football in the crisp, was taxing current, long-time resi- 0n the 20''' that both are badly selec t the working committee" 41 sinners. His life for ours. for the post of superintendent. has led to a safer store, and a safer npntdentQs tofor u/ntpwater anHd cmuosewer tho*they/ AtAdid , , ~ . . .. • . autumn air has become a high needed. For instance, it was discov- believe that constitutes involve- ,h,s year' wh,le we celebrate thej: Board President Cynthia Graffen- community on the whole. not want or need, just so the land school tradition enjoyed by many. ered the Chamber has no official ment. birth of Christ, let us journey past 5 ius said she was encouraged to hear We take deep pride in our store around them would be more attrac- Our young athletes ho practice by-laws. This is something the Not only is Mr. Fitz unprofes- the store-bought gifts, hunt further; of the interest especially since the and our community. During this tive to new businesses. Coloma their skill during the week show off President should have been aware sional, he can't even tell the truth. t^an t^e twinkling lights and deco-j post has not been fully advertised time we appreciate the increased residents should be treated more their talent on Friday night. Each of and working on. His rather igno- Too bad for all of us Chamber rations, even beyond the love ofi yet. community support. We have no- fairly than that. one looks forward to the "big game" rant excuse was that the Chamber members that he will remain Presi- friends and family until at last we've Sj Earlier this year. Superintendent ticed not only increased community When Mrs. Biorge thought sewer "Guarantee with their neighboring rival or long did not have a "building" to store dent of the Chamber for the next reached our destination: the heart of 5 David DeFields announced he support since the incident, but also time, toughest opponent. Each ath- n water uould be installed along them in. By-laws are a must for any two years. If more had attended the Christmas - Immanuel - God with 1 would retire at the end of the 2001- Price" an increased customer support. We lete eagerly takes the field in front Friday Ro®d' she her unoccu- legitimate organization that handles meeting on the 20th, that might have us- 1 2002 school year ending 34 years of Free Tank Set would like to say thank you to the Th : of cheering crowds of parents, Hied t arm land located across the other peoples' money, and they are changed. There will be little growth e spotless Lamb came to the service in the school district, with customers that have chosen to sup- ear 24 hour classmates, family members, friends road trom our home up for sale at kept with one of the officers and and progress in Coloma unless more th to save us. Let us rejoice with LEE SMITH SURROUNDED BY FAMILY & FRIENDS...on Thanksgiving Day. Pictured arc Dave the last eight years as superinten- port the local community by shop- and football enthusiasts. All who ree times the going price for reviewed every year. Mr. Fitz also people get more involved. I cer- exceeding great joy. Let - us fall' Edmonds, Brandon Wyatt, Michelle Edmonds, Lynn Parker, Marianne Parker, Sonny Smith, Mike Rog- dent. Emergency ping with us. Most of all, thanks support high school football in their similar property. Paid experts from daimed by-laws had to be signed, tainly intend to do just that. Some- down and worhip Him. Let us give • gow, Karla Roggow, Aiissa Rodriguez, Mindy Rodriguez, Danielle Smith, Kathy Smith, Kelly Smiths Randy Board members reviewed a bro- goes to our staff that has stood Service community keep the excitement the Upjohn Company agreed that They do not. They only need to be one needs to be aware of what's Him the only gift He wants - our Thompson, Michael Roggow, Amber Devine, Lee Smith, Kim Thompson, Brianna Edmonds, Diana Wyatt,* chure outlining the qualifications strong, and provided consistent alive for the high school football the Township would have lost read and approved by the officers really going on. hearts and lives. Wayne Wyatt, Morgan Roggow, Brooke Edmonds, Morgan Wyatt, Jordan Devine, and Blake Wyatt. Not the board would be interested in customer service day after day, even money on the project. Between that player. and members, said approval and Rosanne Bittner, God Bless your celebration. pictured are James Devine, Steve Cagle, Becky Cagle, Brandy Cagle and Bethany Cagle. This Thanksgiving finding in a candidate for the post. in this stressful time. Without their and the outcry of township resi- On behalf of the coaching staff and date noted in the by-laws and in Author/Speaker surprise was made possible with special help from the University of Michigan Hospital social workers who A timetable calls for the deadline support we would not be talking dents, the project was wisely players on the varsity football team meeting minutes. I am wondering provided dinner and accommodations for all. of receiving applications from can- Asnarictf Proparw Company here today. dropped. Naturally this upset Mrs. in .Hartford, I would like to thank how Blossomtime can allow such a didates being scheduled in late Feb- The positivism regarding our store 616-621-6401 our loyal fans who encouraged our Biorge, who apparently hoped to sloppily-run organization, which CRADLE or ruary. and the community has been over- players each week this fall. Your profit from other peoples increased doesn't have any by-laws, and The selection of the finalist and 1-800-424-1965 whelming. We would just like to presence at home and on the road taxes. whose President has never even Knight's of Make Co Coma your Christmasnamin g of a new superintendent is emphatically say "Thank You Co- Regarding my bid for president of CALVARY 137 Prospect St. was a source of pride to our team. attended a queen contest, be in earmarked between March 18-21. By Johan Abrahams, Pastor loma, We Love you too!" the Coloma Area Chamber of rtu,aua 1 1 Hartford, Ml 49057 Your positive support of our ath- charge of such an important event, nl " '' Columbus Thanks, Commerce, I did not intend to-as letes at all times let them know that let alone handle the thousands of P^outh Congregationa Church Randy and Bonnie your headline read "...Get Coloma Something to consider this year you were on their side regardless of wnert preparing for the birth of Je- sHowmg CEWPE^ the game's outcome. In particular, 1 Thanksgiving sus. would like to thank the many par- Our For us His birth was a day of Joy, ents and community members who for Him a day of loving sadness. dinner For tKe pet in your life... For t/mr t ink/uc gift shared their enthusiasm for the Dear Editor: MSU He was bom to die. His birth over- game with our players and who Ovf -^Q Brick School i changing shadowed His life. He was bom a We would like to thank the M^j Secret Gojxlen waited after each game with warm Knights of Columbus, Coloma helpless, unknown babe, unable to Gallery & Gifts embraces and words of praise not Extension i: do anything. North Berrien Senior Center, St. Pet EhifotiuM. J* just for their own children but all Frames, & Art •i. times Hnee was mockemocKeda in thme hounour oxf Himss Josep-. h Catholi. c Churc; h and the Tri•" - our players. Several families hosted r D Pets S pet suppliES, A I)£ar Editor; passion as being weak and foolish, 'ecor or t^e'r continued help 408-9351 team dinners inviting all 31 boys for Connections gift c£itiflcat£s (^j J x \ lilstand in awe and view the unable to reply to Herod and Pilate. a!L suPP0^t- 1 A 1 an evening meal. Other parents got Michigan State University Extension New Location! changing times: The disappearance The burden of our nature was laid „ lan s a 5010 a" those people and helps people improve their lives ofepur old familiar ways. And sick together and packed sandwiches for upon Him all through His early life, "ipames wo donated food, cash, Bodt Drive 4G8-P£TS 177 S. Paw Paw St. the trip home after away games. To through an education process that at jjpart. 1 hear triumphant chimes of Kendra Demboski which was one long course of sacri- Z1. 'me' J0 10 a" t^ose who all of these generous individuals,- applies knowledge to critical issues, fx- Tu ™a o..f helped serve dinner. revolution, tolling off our days. Van Buren County fice for others. Thea weak and suf- Gifts it), the pool Si s[»3 owner, ^ift Tj&e sword of grief has struck a the team and coaches say thank you. needs, and opportunities. We served o:xv ^ ^ Home Economist fering are often the workers of the and delivered one certificates, pool toys, accessories, VJ11L V^Cl UliCctlC^) way to An additional thanks goes to our hundred and miftal blow, and left this heart of world. twenty dinners this Where ever you need chemMls Pool tables antl equipment year. I: Rethinking Anger changed nine or more behaviors He was bom without a dwelling - to be this Christmas, to the ^ Are you tired of the grocery store within six weeks of practicing RE- Thanks again, Four- Seasons Coloma Hartford Watervliet "No room for Him in the Inn", no we 7/ get you there! temper tantrums, the bedtime bat THINK skills and that these posi- room in Jerusalem for Him, no Gerald and Cookie Wesaw Easy Street Inn 6577 Paw Paw Ave 10 North Center 415 North Main St ties, or the arguing, yelling and tive changes persisted for a year or Destinations Sp^ & Pool # Karl's Kolumn screaming? MSU Extension intro- more. Parents reported changes in make great We specialize in custom Open Every Day Open Mon-Sat 7-10 Open Every Day By Karl Bayer, editor and publisher duces the RETHINK Anger Man- the following areas: Unlimited agement program to help parents hmlt spjs j ncl pools! stocking stuffers! 7A.M. - 10P.M. Open Sundays 8-8 8A.M. - 10P.M. The Back Fence jP Downtown 463-3 / 6 / ALMANAC AUTHOR AILING have brought some great re- handle some of those difficult and Increased knowledge of ADVERTISED SALE PRICES GOOD THROUGH SUN DA Y!!!!!!! Pishing buddy and Paw Paw Lake sponses... all of which will see the challenging child behaviors. Par- parenting skills ffy Anne Bayer, co-publisher ^ Almanac columnist Delavan Sipes light of day on these pages in the ents learn about anger triggers, de- Positive behavioral derfil1 life shows j"51 how n^h the' For S^nti .iik| A11 his Hometown Shopping We can help ^ USDA Choice LENDER'S has been under the weather the past coming months. velopmental tasks of children, prac- changes to beat the Christmas rush. No I am just ordinary things we do from day to day with your piece is smart shopping, Premium Monfort Angus Beef few weeks. Under enough to have Here's the first, and 1 guarantee tical parenting tips and how to ef- Increased anger control kidding, I am just typing early because I really do mailer". It shows very clearly of mind over jflfe FROZEN BAGELS missed being able to write his the strangest; copied verbatim from fectively solve child behavior levels . . . . how our actions are watched and how you save big and it's How s the Christmas shopping going? the linle ones especially watch and BONELESS 12 oz. weekly offering of Paw Paw Lake problems. By knowing constructive Decreased unrealistic ex- Deli By ^ the holidays Bill Hansen's own hand... I am not doing well but I also realize learn. good for your town! trivia and demographics. ways of handling anger and solving pectations of their children "For many years the highlight at tbat is not the most important thing I love the fact that most of us are sim- Harry Beef Round Steak In fact, Del has been hospitalized the holiday season in the Tri-City problems, parents can improve their Reduced anger levels anymore. We still do so much for the pie ordinary human beings who work to JOHN'S pound 2/$l earlier this week and when 1 spoke area was the paper mill Christmas relationship with their children and httle kids for this time of year it is too maintain a good lifestyle for ourselves The Park Johnson to him Monday, he expressed his Party, which was so well attended it begin teaching their children effec- Anger can be constructive when much for them. I love to see the light in and our children. That is where the next Featuring all GLASS # SPARTAN wish to stay where he was. "until 1 would fill Crystal Palace. tive problem solving and anger managed effectively. It can be a their faces. We are having Parents day generation of good strong Americans yoia mouth Insurance feel better". His "bad chest cold" Each employee only received a management skills. call to change and to solve the at the daycare, The Pre School Learning will be coming from. They spring from watering favorites! Downtown 468-4227 MILK has escalated into double pneumo- certain number of tickets so they Anger is a universal emotion. problems leading to the anger. RE- Center and Day Care, that is. We have all of us. They do not come from the 468-8000 $1.69 egun our practices and the kids are movie heroes we see on the TV or the (excludes chocolate) gallon nia. When I first heard of it. 1 fig- were often in great demand. Many people have difficulty ex- THINK provides parents with the really having ftin with the songs and so big screen. They only leam from what ured he was just looking for a way- One year 1 could only get one and pressing feelings of anger and problem solving skills that are nec- OA* l on. The day the parents come is usually they see and feel on a day to das basis, Uk '/hanks -for the out of shopping for my Christmas really needed two. dealing with them constructively. essary to improve relationships with For savings, service and Banquet Boneless so hectic and fun. jhe most important thing is if all of us 3/$5 present, but 1 guess this is the real The RETHINK program offers a family members. Cji/iAAtfi*#* HQfrci In the days before copy machines Une year a little boy came up to me adults be consistently adults and have opportunip' to friendly smiles, you Chicken Patties, Nuggets or thing... so get well soon, old buddy the problem was solved when my step-by-step approach to help par- The RETHINK program is a series and said, "Can My mom take a picture the right actions with care and consid- can't beat Christmas Florida's Natural (there's still a few shopping days girlfriend (who later became a local ents manage their anger. Research " of four sessions offered January 8, oi you with me, for you are my favorite eration for others. faai, gift wiap, 5erVe/cu! Tenders 10.5-14 OZ. left and I don't want something author) spent hours drawing a copy from Colorado State University ^ 22, and 29 from 6:30 to 8:30 teacher . I was so flattered that he So while we are all trying to gel in the shopping in Coloma Premium Orange Juice from the hospital gift shop either). so my buddy (who also became a Extension has demonstrated several P-ni. at the Human Services Build- thought of me in that way. That was Christmas goodies do not forget that the 64 OZ. local author) and I could go to the positive impacts from RETHINK ing in Paw Paw. The cost is $10. rCu/u-|SPCiCL , ,itt,e e>'es are watching and they are Uapp/ LaSalle Federal w hue 1 have taken the time to think THE PAPER MILL big event". participants. Researchers found that For more information or to register, leaming; so keep joy in your heart and about this I really have begun the think %CoIoma Savings Bank ^ CHRISTMAS PARTY There you have it... I wonder over one-half of ' the parents please call 616-657-7745. love on your lips. about the small things that we do that 3/$5 C OUNTERFEITING CAPER... what Bill's girlfriend did the night Fhey are learning how to live and they //o/idqys! Coloma Branch really do affect others. We think that get that from us not from the TV or My comments here about seeking he and his pal, using her forged what we do or have done does not mat- Harding's 2/S4 school. Have some fun while you do stories and photos of "the good old t ticket, went to the party? ter but in the big picture of life it does. your work. Life is so precious. days" at the Watervliet paper mill That Jimmy Stewart Movie "It's a won- December 5,2001 Tri-City Record Page 5 Page 4 Tri-Cify Record December 5, 2001 their favorites, and would I please ask them to play it at any memorial Santa will be a guest 7 / v - Cilv Ai va His to /1 service held for Harvey. I gave it to Family Heirlooms New toy gets free our Base Chaplain, and I presume A Genealogy News Column by Carole Kiernan at the Toys for Tots he sent it back to Harvey's home ok.htm /i7, base. I never heard anvthine visit a particular Internet site with a basketball admission The Paw Paw River Journal New Edition... You will be able to search the St. more thorough explanation of how By Cliff Stevens Tots dinner, slated for 6:30 p.m., Not so many months ago I Louis County Public Library's event on December 8 That is until this past summer. Out navigate the sites and find the Basketball fans attending the De- Saturday, Dec. 15 at the Club Roca- reviewed Genealogy Online, Fifth catalog at: Coldwell Banker Town & Country helper will be on site during the in Sunny California, friend Bick information you are seeking in the .r j •-** I cember 14 Coloma Comets- dero. Edition by Elizabeth Powell Crowe, http://www.slcl.lib.mo.us Real Estate and the Paw Paw Lake event, and the Pub will provide free r I Beckwith was working at Del Mar most eflficient manner. Brandywine game will receive free because of the rapid growth of the Sites to See... Pub & Grill want all children to coffee and hot chocolate. Kids can Race Track. He sent me an e-mail Tiie book also provides admittance into the game if they A free prime rib dinner will be Internet MacGraw-Hill/Osbome Although not exactly genealogical, experience holiday joy, so in coop- have their picture taken with Santa, and said a guy that worked for him information and helpftil how-to bring and donate a new toy at the provided to anyone who brings a Media is announcing the publication www.eastlanddisaster.com is a site eration with the US. Marine Corps Mrs. Claus and Santa's helper! there, David Bos, had asked him if information on planning a • • *M window. new toy to the dinner party. Reser- of Genealogy Online, Sixth you might be interested in visiting. Reserve, both businesses are par- Pius, each child will receive a free he knew anyone who had flown the genealogy research project, setting f Richard Becht, Coloma Athletic vations can be made by calling the Edition by Elizabeth Powell Crowe. Queries... ticipating as Toys for Tots sponsors candy cane and the adults will be Hump they had lost a brother up computer hardware and software, Director, said the varsity game is restaurant 468-7777. This edition covers new resources Need information on Emma this holiday season. presented with a free 2002 patriotic over there. Bick replied, "Yes, a making use of Usenet, the Internet slated to begin at 7:30 p.m., "This is the first time we're offer- that have been made available to on- (Brown) Robinson who died 2 Oct Everyone is encouraged to partici- calendar. friend of mine in Michigan did...I'll messaging system; subscribing to freshman, 4:30 p.m. and J.V. game ing free admission to the game with By Roy BL Davis \ line genealogists in the recent past. 1953 at Bangor, Van Buren Co., MI pate in the Toys for Tots event on All new, unwrapped gifts donated ask him." And Bick did thus 1 valuable Internet mailing lists and at 6 p.m. a toy donation," said Becht, "again .We recently had some visitors from Potential for finding clues, data and aged 90 years. She was the dau of Saturday, December 8 , from 10:00 for children stay right here in under his belt. We became friends came to know Harvey Bos' family, real-time chats with other Becht said the event is in conjunc- this year, Coloma athletes and the Grand Rapids area, and the en- other researchers looking for family Elijah and Clara (Steele) Brown. a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Paw Paw Southwest Michigan. The Salvation 1 1 for the couple of months I was sta- who immediately thereafter got in researchers around the world and tion with the IS ' annual Toys and coaches will also donate toys." :: suing day opened up memory path- lines has increased since the last Her husband was David F. Lake Pub & Grill located at 4896 Army, the Family Independence tioned there. I can remember talk- touch with me. much more. edition of this book. One of the Paw Paw Lake Road in Coloma, Agency and local church groups ways for years neglected and over- Next time Trying to bring Har- Robinson and her son was Gordon To Advertise in the TRI-CITY RECORD ing about our home towns....both This book is the very newest across from the Coloma Township distribute the holiday gifts to chil- grown. They are family members vey home. most significant recent contributions D. Robinson. The family is all being from Michigan, and he available being released in Hall. of a friend of mine from long to the world of on-line genealogy is interred at Forest Home Cemetery, dren in need throughout our corn- Dial 463-NEWS showed me a picture of his wife. A November 2001. It is available at The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, .ago Harvey Bos. I must admit the Ellis Island records database, Forest Park, IL. Please contact: Fran mumty. hearty man. he loved to tease and your favorite book seller by Santa & Mrs. Claus and their Elf ithat some of the memories are bit- which was published on-line in early Froberg Wooley, 88o Laciest LNG., Please help us bring a little holiday joke. requesting ISBN: 0-07-219465-0. •tersweet recalling the terror, 2001 by the Statue of Liberty N. Ft. Myers, FL 33917. joy to deserving children in South- Then, right after that lonely Christ- The price of the new edition is Financial Focus •filth, boredom and friendships of Foundation with assistance from the Did you attend school with a man western Michigan. If you are un- # mas, I was transferred to a small $24.99. You may also contact Wartime in Asia. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- able to attend the event, please base in Burma. Several of us were named Carl John Green or his It was late fall of 1944. That Day Saints. http://www.osborne.com for mail- Investing in bring new, unwrapped toys to sent down there to act as operations brother or sister, Bill or Theresa? If TALL TIMBERS TREE FARM August 1 had become a pilot....an Christius Genealogy Online, Sixth Edition order service. Coldwell Banker Town & Country officers at a base recently recap- you did please contact me (address officer and a gentleman by Act of Trees cover over a 100 Web sites NGS Holdings... Your Future Real Estate or the Paw Paw Lake tured from the Japanese. We were a below). A son is looking for the We cut em' - You spruce em' up $12 et. A substantial portion of the iCongress. Now 1 was being shuf- including Afrigeneas, JewishGen, school that they attended. I will pass By Tom King Pub & Grill in Coloma (both busi- : rag-tag bunch and Myitkyina was Fud raiser for You cut or we Cut Christmas Trees fled along with a bunch of other DearMYRTLE, GenWeb, holdings of the National Investment nesses are located across from the not the Ritz-Carlton. One of my C« your information on to him. guys like myself. We had no illu- MyFamily.com AOL genealogy Genealogical Society's library has Representative Coloma Township Hall) or call 616- Pre-cut tree also available for your convenience favorite historians, Barbara Geicral Baptist Do you have knowledge of the sions we were headed into The Ckirck Vouih sites and many, many more. Since been moved to the St. Louis County for 468-7986 for more information. Tuchman, said that after Myitkyina McKane Funeral Home? If you do, Groip (Missouri) Public Library. The :BelIy of the War Beast. At one the last edition, major genealogy please contact me at the address Edwardjones Largest U-Cut in the Area was recaptured, there was no more Red Arrow portion of the collection that was jpoint a Quartermaster Sergeant ex- Web sites Ancestry.com, 154 Badl Dr., Coloma dangerous Hump flying. I'd have to Hwy^ below. Over 50,000 Professionally trimmed Trees plained all the equipment we were Genealogy.com, Everton.com and moved is basically the portion disagree with her (respectfully). I Wtlenliei If you would like to have your 468-4153 BRING A NEW TOY...to the window of any Coloma-Brandywine Balsam, Fraser and Douglas Fir, Blue and White Spruce, Scotch and White Pine jeceiving including our very own betweei (rail Family Search.org have added more which was allowed circulate. After never made a trip across that queries, reunion notices or other basketball game, Friday, December 14, and get free admittance into Tree Drilling Machine Shaken Tree Wrapping Available side arm (.45 cal. Automatic pistol), tracks ud the first of the year, these materials mountain range but what something data and made their sites more user- information of genealogical interest Santa arrives the game. The Coloma Athletic Department is working with the Club Wreaths, Greens and Tree Stands Potted or Ball & Burlapped Trees Available pne of our guys said, tkAw, come o. Liie Rd. will once again circulate through "Bad Times" to was a nagging worry.... bad friendly. This edition like the appear here, type or neatly write Rocadero to get new toys for distribution through the Toys for Tots Stop by our Bia Red Barn for some Hot Chocolate bn, Sarge, you know where we are Inter-Library Loan and can be weather, equipment malfunction, previous ones, is easy to use with your information and mail to: Invest Can Yield in Coloma program. Pictured, from the left are Tony Bertuca, Toys for Tots or- going tell us!" ordered by filling out the request at: (616) 463-5750 Mon-Fri 10-Dusk Sat 4 Sun 9-Dusk bad weather, not enough fiiel, bad many illustrations and pictures of Carole Kiernan, P.O. Box 81, ganizer and Richard Becht, Coloma Athletic Director. ,h Jhe wise old enlisted man smiled http://www.slcl.lib.nio.us/ill/ill_bo 1.5 miles N. of Red Arrow, on 70 St., Hartford/Watervliet Line weather, or something. Admittedly, exactly what you will see when you Watervliet, Ml 49098. You may also Good Results (Cliff Stevens photo) knowingly and replied, "You know Saturday, I was a worrywart....but just check e-mail queries or questions to be Is there ever a "bad time" to invest? ^1 can't tell you anything all I can with any Hump pilot, who would answered here in the future (be sure A lot of people have thought so, for one jsay is " And he moved his reason or another - but they've usually probably bear me out. to include your mailing address for December 15 jhand along up and down, as if been proved wrong. Then on the night of January 6, those who do not have easy Internet By Cliff Stevens ["drawing vast mountain ranges. We Just glance back over the past 20 1945, our worst fears were realized. Roiling Back the Years availability) to: years. We've had plenty of economic Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will be jknew then! The Hump! I was asleep in our tent, but a friend and financial events that probably arriving in downtown Coloma at Besure to feepfiartford jOn a bitterly cold fall day we left [email protected] Super Skate of mine was on duty. Awesome Local News and Newsmakers of Days Gone By caused many people to delay investing. 12:30 p.m., Saturday, December 15 •from LaGuardia Field in New York But their hesitancy proved expensive. thunderstorms had been building up riding on a Coloma Fire Truck. jCity on a C-54 transport carrying past five years of its growth. Consider these bits of history: over The Hump all night. When I Watervliet is again sporting some which usually bring from two to At 11 a.m. the Loma Theatre will Toys for Tots Snail for our troops over in Asia. A WATERVLIET Comeluis and Albert Arent have • Recession - It's the first day of Huffman's came down in the early morning to new Christmas decorations this year three cents a bundle have sold for as / 1982, and we're in the middle of a show a holiday movie, with admis- planeload of replacement pilots and purchased property at the comer of see how he was doing and get some thanks to the City and the Jaycees. high as five cents a bundle, and recession - so you think twice about sion being a non-perishable food Dec. 7 & 10 Home jsacks of mail love letters for our RECORD Church and Center Streets. They 1 venturing into the market. But if you Kellogg's coffee, a strange sight met my eyes. Mayor Bob and Peg Flaherty and although the stalks are plentiful as item or paper product, which will be Ramona Roller Rink, Shawn Jnen in service. I napped on those 90 YEARS AGO -1911 both will erect modem dwellings. put $10,000 in the stocks making up the Furnishings Our field was literally covered with Commissioner Red and Helen usual they are in urgent demand to donated to an area food pantry to Palma's Super Oldies Show and the frnail sacks, warmed by the heat of Monday night two hoboes who had 60 YEARS AGO-1941 S&P 500, you will have accumulated Hardware airplanes. They were parked in Leverton went to Frankenmuth to aid the needy. Orchard's Mall in Benton Harbor Main St. at tfye very passion generated by letters across been put off the southbound take the place of other feed. Mrs. Andrew Stainbrook left on , more than $190,000 by the end of 2000. Thanks for doing every open space, with just enough pick them out. The Watervliet Fire •S&L bailout - It's New Year's Santa's visit is sponsored by the present Marine Toys for Tots Foun- She miles for absent loved ones. passenger pounced upon a 60 Years Ago 1941 Monday for Miami, Florida where business with us room for one clear runway. A few Department again was in charge of " Day, 1989, and the government is on Coloma Area Chamber of Com- dation. V\nd it look days to get there, but brakeman of a local freight that was Mrs. Margaret Hume of New Car- she will spend a month with her • the verge of bailing out the savings and top of your planes were still landing, but none putting them up. The new merce, and following his arrival. The Super Skate will be December j've written about that before. sidetrack here, and when Frank lisle, Indiana has been the guest of daughter and her husband. loan industry. Grim news for investors, taking off. decorations are larger and very eye- Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on the 7,h and 10,h at Ramona Roller Rink 3 wound up at a little base in the Russell and Oscar My rick arrived Mrs. Fern Snodgrass of 215 Frank- Mrs. Chas. Nichols received by v right? However, if you can overcome The operations office was like the catching. your concerns and put $10,000 in the front steps of the Chemical Bank- In Sister Lakes from 7:00 p.m. to Northeastern tip of India....The As- on the scene the two hoboes had the lin Street and other Hartford friends mail from Watervliet, a purse which tyristsras Tower of Babel and in the mid- Santa directed construction of a * S&P 500, your money will grow to Shoreline branch office handing out 11:00 p.m. Sam Valley. There we lived in man down and were beating his the past ten days. Mrs. Hume is the she lost 22 years ago. The purse was dle of it, my friend, the operations sign and mailbox on Main Street in some $63,000 by the end of 2000, when candy canes to the youngsters. Everyone who brings a new un- feritish army tents on a tea planta- head against a rail. They pulled the widow of Captain Wm. in good condition and all contents 2 the bailout had become a distant mem- Miller officer. Pilots were asleep on the Watervliet. The mail box was put up wrapped toy to one of the Super sfyoppity list TOSS'S tion. Our mess haU was in the "boes" off and then the brakeman Hume who for years was in com- were intact. ory. floor, on tables, and some pounding skate n to receive the letters from boys and ,r • Stock "meltdown" - It's Jan. 1, 'ghts will enjoy that night of owner's bungalow, where we were proceeded to do a neat job of mand of vessels on the Great Lakes. 30 YEARS AGO -1971 Thermometer Corner the desk, demanding to be released. girls to Santa. 1995. The investment community is Free Skating. ministered to by Hindu servants cleaning up on them one at a time. They resided in Hartford some 25 Current files of the Coloma City The operations officer had closed Submitted by Carole Kiernap ' still reeling from 1994, when more than 12 S. Center for tjorretoujr) Al I-H Exit 46 under the watchful eye of The Babu Police Dept. have been moved to 0 the field and would let no one take Supervisor Almon J. Baker has years ago, owing a home on North 400 stocks dropped 40 percent, vapor- (head guy). I can remember always from flies at Watervliet District the Coloma Township Hall. Chief CHRISTMAS off! That night we were one of the completed the Watervliet Township Center, which Mrs. Hume sold fol- izing billions of dollars of wealth. Do We've got being so uncomfortable whenever Library from the Watervliet Re- Kenneth Unruh has indicated the you really want to jump into the stock Gifts & Dolls! few bases that lost no ships or Tax roll 1911. Taxes are a little lowing her husband's death. savins, value, :we were served beef for dinner. cord newspapers donated by the hall provides better service as a market? If so, you won't be sorry - SRoml Artktrt/ 1,000s of gifts crews. The storms had wreaked higher than last year in this school 30 Years Ago 1971 your $10,000 investment in I995's :The cow is sacred to them and 1 Tri-City Record. Hours: Monday, dispatcher is on duty 24 hrs. a day. their damage.. I think over 50 district. The total rate on $1000 Nine employees of the Du-Well S&P 500 will grow to more than Huee Holiday Selection... of gifts, Santas, wondered at the pain those gentle 1-8 p.m.; Tuesday, 1-5 p.m.; Wed- Mr. and Mrs. Avis Fee of Coloma ar)d serviee... planes and crews were lost that valuation in the village is $23.12. plant here have received awards for $31,000 just five years later. nesday, 10 a.m.-S p.m.; Friday, 1- ,h figurines, villages, sleighs, centerpieces, people must have felt to see us observed their 28 wedding anni- Of course, these results, encourag- night. Hiram Reid and family spent their participation in safety, first-aid : desecrating one aspect of their re- 5 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 versary, combined it with pre- - ing as they are, can't be used to predict decorations, boxes, crafts, kits, & more One of them was my friend, Harvey Thanksgiving Day in Hartford. and fire brigade activities at the ligion. p.m. Phone: 463-6382 Thanksgiving dinner. future market performance after a cri- extra large showroom and supplies available! Bos, from up in the Assam Valley. Postmaster C. M. Becraft spent Hartford plant. Plant Manager sis, real or perceived. Furthermore, Crystal iOur airplanes were C-46s the Mrs. Stanley (Joyce) Youngman of We had a sort of rule of thumb... if a Thanksgiving Day with his daughter Irving Neubauer presented citations largest twin engine cargo plane the Coloma got her first deer after nine these three events weren't the only sup- Flash crew went down, they would most Lucy in Lansing. HARTFORD to Hammond Bailey, Carl Blake, MILLIE SEXTON Millie's s 37 Huffman's •Air Force ever flew. They were yrs. of hunting with her husband. r posedly "dark clouds" on the invest- FOR likely come out of the wilderness, 60 YEARS AGO -1941 Les Burford, Kay Drake, Beatrice dispersed at revetments all around 'ment horizon over the past two I TV & DAY SPRING Key, Miles Hamilton, Michael Ma- Weighing in at 201 pounds. decades. In fact, you probably wouldn't HOMETOWN or be rescued, within a month. Or While riding home on the bus. Bob RIVhk.SIIU- Kl> Harding's and through the gardens of tea Submitted by volunteer Barb 468-3581 they would never come out. That's Plasko saw a deer lying in the creek 90 Years Ago 1911 honey, Dean Mathias and George have to look too hard to find a reason fAWEANi Appliances plants. And we began to fly mis- Abrams at Coloma Public Lib- . not to invest in any given year. There's Shop us for all what happened to Harvey. near Peck's comer. It appeared to The scarcity of hay in this section Wykrentowicz. HOMETOW 25 Beech woo J sions over the Hump, under the tu- . always something going on: bad eco- 5723 Riverside Road, Colonm of Michigan is being emphasized in rary, from the Coloma Courier your holiday 1 waited....but no word. Then I be a doe. Submitted by the Hartford Public nomic news, political instability, energy SI R VIC telage of experienced pilots, many newspapers donated by the Tri- received a letter from Harvey's Mr. and Mrs. John Herron and Mr. more ways than the mere disposi- Library from microfilm copies of ' crises - you name it But if you delayed grocery needs! ;Of whom were anxiously trying to City Record. Hours: Monday, Hours: Thurs, Fri and Sat 10 a.m until 5:00p.m. wife. She wanted desperately to and Mrs. Herman Epple are tion of the sheep and cattle. At a the Hartford Day Spring. investing until conditions were perfect, -finish their tour of duty and retum Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m.- you'd have a long wail indeed. know anything....anything at all. I attending international Live Stock recent auction sale on the Wm. Hours: Monday & Wednesday, : home. 5:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thurs- You can't control world economic could tell her practically noth- Show in Chicago. Kemp farm Fred L. Simpson paid 10 a.m.-? p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-5 mm : One of my tent mates was a young day, 1-5:30 p.m. and 6:30-8:30 ,1 and political events - but you can man- NEWS AND ADVERTISING ing.... which 1 did. Then she wrote $50 for a straw stack, which ordi- p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. iman from Grand Rapids....Harvey The Misses Helen Jackson and age your response to them. Instead of narily would have been considered Phone: 621-3408 p.m.; & Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. DEADLINE IS NOON again and sent to me some sheet Natalie Smith are working in the letting today's headlines dictate your : Bos. He was a little older than 1, Phone: 468-3431 music. She said that the song, well sold at less than one-half the investment decisions, make up your MONDAY FOR THE NEXT j. married, and had been there long modeling department at the Fair COLOMA "Beautiful Dreamer," was one of price. mind to focus on the future. Instead of TRI-CITY RECORD i-enough to have 40 plus missions Store in Chicago. For ALL your 1 Farmers, who estimated the stack C aggravating yourself over how this or ' Uon,: - ' ' 30 YEARS AGO - 1971 COURIER ? that event will affect a particular stock, and heard Mr. Simpson's bid were LOCAL NEWS 100 YEARS AGO-1901 focus on quality. By building a diversi- astonished, but the veteran stock fied portfolio of high-quality equities, Cherry Subscribe to the 100% buyer declares he will turn the straw "Prospects Good" the future pros- . and holding them for the long term, COllef- a stack into a neat profit and that most perity of Coloma is practically as- TRI-CITY RECORD you'll have a good chance of achieving PURE Juice K of it will go for feed. sured; it is bound to advance at the I; the type of performance you need to Sue at Call 463-6397 Give yourself a raise... same rapid gait that has marked the help meet your financial goals. Concentrate THERE'S A NEW WAVE or At other auctions com stalks If there are no "bad limes" to invest, f are there particularly good times? Yes - only $18 qt. or $30 Vi gal. THINKING ABOUT GOING \ and the best time is today. 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Upon J.F. WETMORE Francis and Mary Hurley. A former Arizona; a brother, Frank (Marga- graduation from Watervliet High Boh Flaherty Pearl Harbor survivor Tri-Citv Area Ohjtuaric: J.F. Wetmore, 82, of Benton Har- truck driver and farm worker, he ret) Shaw of Kingsman; 12 grand School, he served in the United bor died peacefully at his home LORENZO ASHLEY Jordynne. had lived in Hagar Shores until children; 16 great-grandchildren; States Marine Corps. During his Thursday, November 29, 2001. moving to Northwest Arkansas and three great-great-grandchildren, lifetime he worked for the Benton This is no drill Lorenzo Ashley, 68, of Drasco, Survivors include: two sons- A memorial service was held at 1 Arkansas, a former area resident, Michael D Case of Watervliet and where he lived for the past 17 years. Mr. Shaw was preceded in death by Harbor Police Department, the By Sylvia Prager Up in smoke p.m. Saturday, at Fairplain Chapel, passed away November 10, 2001, at Brian J. (Sharon) Case of Kent, He especially enjoyed taking care of his wife, Dorothy Ruth (Hosmer) Benton Township Police Depart- John DeFields says quietly from John recalls, "we were ordered to Florin Funeral Service, Benton By Sylvia Prager The USS New Orleans had been his home in Drasco. Washington; two daughters-Marie animals including his dogs, and Shaw, whom he married in 1962; ment and Comstock Foods. his home in Coloma, "now for the line up to receive a belt of ammuni- Harbor. Cremation has taken place. The moming of December 7, tied to Pier 13 the ship had shrapnel He was bom Oct. 27, 1933, in Emmons of Vicksburg, and Judy liked to fish. a|So by his parents, Frank and Julia He was a member of the following Pearl Harbor story." John was on tion and a rifle". John put the am- »/. Burial of ashes will be at a later date C^) 1941, Bob Flaherty was aboard the hits but was not bombed. It was Leachville, Arkansas. He was a (Randy) Pullins of Benton Harbor; He is survived by his wife, Geor- Shaw; a brother, William L. Shaw; organizations: the Fratemal Order the USS Shaw (DD373), a de- munition belt around his waist but in Millburg Cemetery. Memorials v m f USS New Orleans, a heavy cruiser. later used lo escort ships back to the member of the Moose Lodge and nine grandchildren; and four great- gia of Fayetteville; two sons— and a sister, Josephine Edney. of Police No. 100, the Elks Lodge stroyer. He spent his entire Navy the rifle supply ran out." He was JefTery Hurley with the Air Force in may be made to Hospice at Home. He got up at 5 a.m. He was in states for repair. He remembers worked as a supervisor at Modem grandchildren. Mrs. Case was pre- No. 541, the Moose Lodge No. career on the Shaw. told to go to the abandon ship sta- Japan and Arthur Hurley Jr. of Mr. Wetmore was bom Feb. 22, charge of the Ships Service Store. having a birds-eye view of the Plastics in Benton Harbor for many ceded in death by her husband, 1570, the American Legion No. According to John, at that time, WW tions. Since he was a yeoman his Japanese torpedoing the USS Okla- Florida; one daughter, Lolita Jones 1919, in Benton Harbor to Anoug0h Bob checked to see if there was years before leaving the area. Harry Donovan Case, in 1996; one ROGER F. SPENCER uiud0105, narieHarley uaviasonDavidson, mthe iviaMa- *'7'. r :. ' 7T." " ships traveled with their lights off. station was the record office. Before of Fayetteville; five stepdaughters- and Mar reder,ck He had enough ice cream, looked over the homa, the West Virginia, Califor- Graveside services took place at daughter, Jeanne J. Hall, in 1969; Roger French Prentiss Spencer, 61, sonic Lodge No. 162, National Rifle >' F - >'ved On November 27, 1941, the USS he could gather records they were Marion Main, Ann Turner and M/ * I* J* J o J VT A • ^ J I_• .it , hies pntirentirpe iiflifpe in tm«this; cnmmnnitcommunityv . soda fountain and laughingly says, nia, the USS Maryland—all going Crystal Springs Cemetery, Benton and by one brother, Roger J. of Watervliet died Sunday, Novem- Association and his most beloved Shaw was on patrol off the entrance Mr Wetnlore was struck by three 300 lb bombs deto- we had enough pineapple juice be- up in smoke. Harbor on Wednesday, at 10:30 Schmitt, in April 2001. Dorothy Robins, all of Michigan, ber 25, 2001, at Lakeland Hospital membership, "The Five Brothers." - employed at lo Pearl Harbor, when the Sabine, nating directly below the office cause they grow pineapples here. Cecilia Web of Riley, North Caro- in St. Joseph. He is survived by two daughters- Wilderness Foods for 10 years and an oil tanker loomed out of the a.m. The Rev. David Hills of Co- where the crew was standing. Eve- Una, and Laura Grim of San Anto- Visitation was held from 5 to 7 Laura L. Spencer of St. Joseph and was a self-employe^ farmer. He was black night and the ships collided. ARIZONA HIT; loma United Methodist Church offi- KAYLA J. FATKIN rything was blown overhead and the nio, Texas; three stepsons-Rick p. . Monday, at Starks & Mench- Tracey (Tom) Starks of St. Joseph; a member of the American Baptist ALARM BELLS BOMBS EVERYWHERE ciated. Kayla J. Fatkin, 52, of Watervliet, m whole area went up in flames. Two Whitmire of Illinois, John Gratzle inger Funeral Home, St. Joseph, his mother, Irene Spencer of Wa- ^urc^ 'n St. Joseph, Four Flags WENT OFF A T 7:50 A.M. The USS Arizona was hit by a He is the son of the late Edgar died peacefully on Friday, Novem- of the three fellows standing with of Hagar Shores and Charles where1 the funeral service was held tervliet; his sister Donna (Bob) Square Dance Club, Rose Society He was in the store until 10 min- dive-bomber- it hit the magazine Ashley and Delphia (Holcomb) ber 30, 2001, at the home of her John were never found and the third Gratzle of Paragould, AS. Also sur- at 2 p.m. Tuesday, followed by a Schuur of Dowagiac; his brother, aid the Board of Education at John- utes to S a.m., when he heard bells and blew up. The men didn't know Ashley. son, where she resided, in the pres- was in the hospital over two years. He is survived by his daughter, ence of her family. viving are two brother-Francis military burial at Watervliet Ceme- Duane (Denise) Spencer of son School for a number of years. go off. It was a steady, penetrating what hit them. There were bombs Diana (Mike) Cotter of Bridgman; Funeral services were held at I Hurley Jr. of Blue River, Wiscon- tery. Memorials may be made to Clarksville, Michigan; three grand- Survivors include: his two sons- sound. "I didn't know why we were everywhere, everything took a sec- Jay (Teresa) Wetmore of Benton ABANDON SHIP three sons-Brian (Tammy) Ashley p.m. Tuesday, at the Davidson sin, and Trueman Hurley of Day- Juvenile Diabetes or Berrien County -hiu™, nil,,;, w i r having a drill on Sunday moming. I ond to destroy. "1 can see it today! The men knew they had to get off of St. Joseph, Dennis Ashley of Chapel of Florin Funeral Services tona Beach, FL; three sisters- Cancer Service. The family invites starkr.nH Wnr.r 'aI ' T' ^ Harbor and Jon (Joyce) Wetmore of went topside. It wasn't a drill." He Chaos, fire, smoke and death. The p !,1 gel the* ship. They made their way up a Stevensville and Steve Ashley of of Coloma. Visitation was held Gertrude Hemden of Kinde, Michi- you to sign their guest book at T l u ® ' Coloma; 10 grandchildren; and six looked up and saw a plane with two feeling of helplessness and rage. ladder to the top of the drydock Weidman, Michigan; four sisters- from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, and gan' winifred whetzel of West www.starks-menchinger.com. Adam "Spencer HiT'fate great"grandcjjlldren Wetmore red balls on each wing. They were Destroying our fleet awakened a PreCeded in by where they were to jump into the sleeping giant Except for the Ari- Dee Catania of Watervliet, Reva from noon until the time of the Brooklyn, IL., and Ahce Stotler of Mr. Spencer was bom April 18, R D Spencer preceded hS in ^ ^ Japanese. P Wilda "Willie" Wetmore, in 1989. water and swim about 150 yards to zona and the Oklahoma, all other (Orville) Sassman of St. Joseph, service Tuesday at the funeral Bangor; many grandch.ldren; nieces 1940, in Chicago, and lived in Wa- dea,hinl986 d get to shore. John removed his belt Sandra (Tom) Billington and Norma home. Burial was in Fairview f "^phews. He was preceded in DAY PASSED IN ships were repaired and sent back to of ammunition. When he did, he (Tony) Berberick, both of Drasco; Cemetery. Watervliet. Memorials death by hls parents' Francis 311(1 Dedicated not ottlv to his family but to his communitv as well A MINUTE battle." Marvy H,lrlevHurley: ; 9a sosonn , RRichar!h!,rH d H,,rHur- found his T-shirt soaked in blood. six grandsons-Joel, Billy, Chad, may be made to the family, " - Bob immediately went to his bat- ley; brother, Charles and a sister, He had a hole in his abdomen. The Adam, Alec and Tim; and one She was bom Jan. 16, 1949, in tle station. "The eight inch guns 9-11 BROUGHT BACK Wanda. Denis Huffman: A familiar face around town forty or more swimming to the granddaughter, Sara; and many Kalamazoo, the daughter of Richard HELPLESSNESS & RAGE By Angela Stair contracts for the business much schools but do not pay their share of beach were strafed. Fortunately were my station. The guns were for nieces and nephews. Preceding him and Joyce (Lantz) Northrup. She "It is now 60 years later and it Denis Huffman is a familiar face simpler. the tax burden. there were no more casualties. combat out at sea but couldn't be in death were his wife, Alice; a sis- was employed as a registered nurse, fired in port. There was nothing I feels like yesterday when 2000 men around the Hartford area-business- Huffman could see a need for a Huffman wrote a resolution (it is As soon as John hit the beach he ter, Lee Gitersonke; and two broth- working at Borgess Hospital four WILLIAM G. PETERTIL SR. could do! 1 went down and asked died and half of the Navy sank. man, Scoutmaster of Troop 196, good Web site on the Intemet for on his Web site) addressing these John DeFields headed for the hospital. "Horrors BOND TOUR SWEETHEARTS... Bob Flaherty, on a war bond ers, Leon and Lloyd Ashley. years and Community Hospitaiwil William George Petertil Sr., 85, of tour as a veteran of Pearl Harbor and a survivor of his ship's what I could do? 1 passed shells to Listening to the news on September former Hartfordd School Board Hartford's school system so, in problems and went to the MASB The Sabine put a large gash in the there were, 1,700 wounded, arms Watervliet for 18 years"She'wa^the Watervliet passed away Monday, rn^ R the anti-aircraft gunners. When I 11, 2001 as the Twin Towers were fon,ler Re resenta ve for 1997, he set up "The Unofficial Delegate Assembly (Michigan As- starboard bow of the Shaw. The off-legs off, every kind of wounded- sinking at Guadalcanal got to steal a few minutes with his future YVONNE J. CASE MS Society Chapter leader for Ber- November 26, 2001, at Countryside ' P " looked at my watch it was 4 p.m. hit, it brought back the helplessness MASB in Lansing, former Liaison Web site of Hartford Public sociation of School Boards) in Lan- Shaw was barely able to get back corpses. Unbelievable! wife Peg when the tour train stopped in Chicago. i Yvonne J. Case, 76, of Dowagiac rien County and a member of Ply- Nursing Home, South Haven. The day passed in a minute, so it and the rage I felt at Pearl Harbor. to the Recreation Council, and now Schools" at wwW.huffmantv.com sing. He spoke before 600 delegates into a floating dry dock. That night he was operated on. died Wednesday, November 28, mouth Congregational Church in Memorials may be made to Co- seemed." Then we knew the enemy—today teacher—not only dedicated to his hartford. On it you will find the from around Michigan, and the John spent three weeks in the hos- 2001, at Lee Memorial Hospital, Watervliet. loma Ambulance or Berrien County wife and family but to his commu- pital, during which time the Shaw we still ask who?" Dowagiac. She wa^ a very caring and special Cancer Society. Hutchins Funeral DONUTS & MEATBALLS nity as well. was put back into commission. John Funeral services were held at 10 person who always put others be- Home, Watervliet is in charge of This is where they were on the Huffman graduated from Hartford retumed to the ship and took part in a.m. Saturday, at Fairplain Chapel, fore herself, especially her family. arrangements. morning of December 7, 1941. John PAW PAW LAKE High School as Valedictorian in the rest of World War II. i Florin Funeral Service, Benion Sh..ve love.wwud tht..ve sunsetcm.awios v.on. thu.ve beacuvowhu ^ was bom July 29, recalls, "I had just finished break- 1977. He was in the National Honor PUB & CRILL Harbor. Visitation was held from 5 of Lake Michigan. She was known ^erwyn' Illinois, to George • uJlV"!I-'^nr fast and was finishing a doughnut s seven CHUMS SURVIVED 4896 PAW PAW LAKE RD CO 8 p.m. Friday, at the funeral by her family for her strength and ^ (Pribyl) Petertil. He was when 1 noticed planes diving on years and played in the jazz band COLOMA - 468-6881 home. Burial was in North Shore determination. 9X1 Arniy veteran of World War n- l ord Island Naval Air Station. They DAY IN INFAMY for four years, and was a member of Memory Gardens, Hagar Shores. In Survivors include; her parents, ^ay 1^51, he married June mi had hit our bases first to destroy our Ted Blahnik of Coloma passed the track team. He also received two RIBEYE STEAK DINNER lieu of flowers, memorials may be Richard and Joyce Northrup of ^rlaub, who preceded him in death planes before attacking the ships. away in December 1999. He too letters for football and four letters • OR • made to Berrien County Humane Portage; two sons—Aaron (Jamie) ^arch 4,2001. He drove school bus One of the planes pulled out of its had been in Pearl Harbor. John and for basketball. i PERCH All You Can Eat Society or to the donor's choice. Christopher and Todd (Jennifer) for Coloma Community Schools dive right over the Shaw, it was Ted had been schoolmates. Ted had In his sophomore year, Denis de- Both with Soup & Salad Bar Mrs. Case was bom Sept. 3, 1925, Christopher, both of Watervliet; her ^ worked at Fred's Meat Market then 1 saw those red ipeat balls on seen the Shaw buming and believed cided he wanted to follow a career Your choice $10.95 in Evanston, Illinois, to John and two step-children, David and Katie ^ I^ayWood before retiring in the wings. Still it was not until 1 he would never see his friend again. in the family business, Hufftnan TV Friday - 5 pm to Close Fatkin, both of Stevensville; two 1981. He and his wife moved to heard the message AIR RAID He did visit John in the hospital in Lucy Schmitt. She had lived in the & AnniianrpAppliancesc , Tnathar t mhic s n
PageS Tri-Citv Record December 5, 2001 COUNTRYSIDE There are seven juniors on the December 5,2001 Tri-City Record Page 9 CHARTER SCHOOL I Tri-City Area Sports squad, all with J.V. experience. Skating party, holiday dance Kevin Adams is a 6'1" shooting Weather and construciton delays has project behind schedule HONOR read this before hosting Mattawan guard-forward, Jimmy Butler is a set for WMS students (only) From the this Friday at the Comet gym. 5'8" shooting guard that had 88 No baseball at Hays Park next season three-pointers last year for the ROLL The Watervliet Middle School is retumed to the WMS office by De- HHS Has The Numbers Caleb shannon is a 6'2" First Marking Period planning a couple of winter activi- cember 13. Students will not be The Hartford boy's varsity basket- forward-center, Kenny Irwin is a First Semester ties for their students. allowed to participate if they hav^ PRESS ball team consists of 14 players this ^ ^ forward, Scott Marks is a 2001-2002 School Year Oi. Friday, December 14 the sixth not turned in a permission slip by year and coach Ken Dietz intends to guard' Justin Gulbrenson is a graders will go to Ramona Skating this date. take advantage of those numbers. ^ ^ guard and transfer student High Honors Rink in Sister Lakes. School buses On the evening of the 14th, the "We have alot of good athletes and ^om Buchanan, while Matt Myrick Evan Bates will leave the middle school at 4:00 WMS Honor Club will sponsor a I intend to take advantage of that by 's a ^ forward and a transfer from Richard Blighton p.m. and retum at 7:00 p.m. The holiday dance for 7th and 8th grad- going deep on the bench this sea- ^race ^ hristian. Coach Pepin talks Megan Green skating rink is reserved for WMS ers, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; By son," he says. a^out wanting to be able to go deep George McManus IV students only. No guests will be Again, only WMS students are in- Mike Leith The Indians have a wealth of expe- 'nt0 bench so they could all Candace Roberts allowed to attend. Admission, in- vited. Admission will be $4.00 per Sportswriter rience retuming including 7 senior make contributions. Robert Thai las cluding skate rental, is $2.00 each. person and all proceeds will be used letterwinners. Lee Mireles is a 5'7" Rounding out the team is the only Kaitlyn Young Permission slips have been distrib- to purchase food for the North Beiv Most Tri-City area basketball teams will be getting their seasons forward that retums and gives the sophomore on the team in Jordan uted to all 6th graders and must be rien County Food Bank. eser Honors underway this week with confer- Indians strength inside. Dan Bohle ^" - Jordan is 5 11 shooting uard Scott Arent ence play actually starting in the is a 6'5" center that should have S ^at has J.V. experience from ast ca^ s Warren Baker Red Arrow on Friday. Lets take a double digits in rebounding every ' . y • ^ould become a fa- m ar name Francine Brezinski look at what our various Tri-City game. The key for Bohle is to stay ''' to Panthers fans as the seas n Michael Duffy 111 area teams have to offer. out of foul trouble. Aaron Blay- o progresses. arr Jenna Garlanger lock, Brian Williams, Eric Droski, ^ y Adams will assist Coach e n en Karissa Griffin Matt Olds, and Kyle Duncombe ^ P' - B w'" coach the CHS Boys Show Promise s Jennifer Hartline round out the rest of the retuming ^ Andy Crescenti will f Coach Bill Gillespie likes what he c Jacob Kline senior letterwinners. Blaylock is a 03ch the freshmen. sees in this year's varsity squad Eric Merfeld 5'10" guard, Williams is a 6'1" Coach Pepin feels that the favored even though he returns just four teams n George Paustian forward, Droski is a 6' guard, Olds i the Red Arrow will be letterwinners from last year's team. Emma Perez is a 6' guard/forward, and Dun- Bridgman, and Eau Claire, WET WORK... delays in the construcllon of the ball fields al hays park has the Recreation Council | The Comets retum three senior ust vvant Roberto Perez combe is a 5'9" guard. Senior Chris j ^o come out and be scambiing to find alterantive playing sites for next years' ball season. (Joe Cheshire photo) letterwinners in Derek Camp, c Andrew Poley Roberts is a 6'2" forward out for the ompetitive night after night," he Phillip Washington, and Desmond e n By Joe Cheshire "We're checking into the possibility construct the old playground. The Amber Vladic first time in a few years but is a P Pi brings alot of enthusi- Webb. Camp is a guard that has The Watervliet Recreation Council good athlete, as he showed on the asm and commitment to program if of using the fields at the school." committee consists of the Watervliet JUNIOR ACHIEVERS... Tierra Ward lettered four three years already but football field, and could help out. anything, while also wanting to is seeking sites to play ball for the Wood said although the agenda Lions and Lioness Clubs, the City of Members of the Watervliet North Kevin Washington LOMA MOVIE GUIDE suffered a severe ACL-MCL injury The juniors are led by 6'1" keeP ^ eye on the younger kids to 2002 season, said George Wood, remains up in the air, "we definitely Watervliet and the Watervliet Rec- School Junior Achievement class Simeon Williams in football and is still recovering make sure t at as former President and now Trustee will have some kind of program for reation Council. SPY GAME (R) - Stars Robert Redford and Brad Pitt. Retiring CIA visited downtown Watervliet last Kristin Woolverton guard/forward Jared Kelly. Kelly ^ h continuity from that. He is practicing but is lettered last year and coach Dietz ^roughout the program. of the Council. the kids." Wood also said, "it is Some $210,000 has been raised operative, Nathan Muir, must find a way to rescue his protege after he is week, stopping in at City Hall Kaurie Young out indefinitely until he gets the go- ie "It's obvious the fields will not be going to depend a lot on the parents; though fund drives, donations and arrested in China for espionage. and at the Tri-City Record. The expects more consistent play out of ^ will have played at ahead from the doctors. Washing- him this season. There are four Parchment by the time you read this ready for the coming season, and we're going to tell it like it is." grants for the renovation. The com- MONSTERS, INC. (G). - Voices of John Goodman. Billy Crystal, class has been discussing city ton also lettered last season and is a before host,n Ban or this Frida we're looking at optidns to play the The Watervliet Recreation Council pleted project will see the recon- James Cobum. Monsters scare children because it is their job but. things government and newspaper "A Place to more juniors on the team this year, g g y- 5'9" guard with alot of talent while games." has been providing baseball and struction of the three playing fields, can change when one of the monsters accidentally lets a little girl mto the writing. They're pictured at the all with J.V. experience from last Webb lettered as well and is also a Wood said tentative plans call for softball competition for kids ages 5- the addition of a fourth, a play- monster world. Tri-City Record officc. year. Those include Robert Cor- GCHS Has Experience 5'9" guard. all games to be on the road, and the Call Home" a nejo, Brent Walker, Andrew Scheid, While some teams worry about 16 at Hays Park on the shores of ground and a new concession stand. HARRY POTTER (PG) - Stars Daniel RadclifTe & Rupert Grint. (Karl Bayer photo) There are three other seniors in Shepard-Ricketts wed and Brad Manning. Comejo is a have to fill voids in their lineup council is checking to the possibility Paw Paw River for several years. The project will also see new water Harry discovers that he is a wizard & the adventure begins as he learns to Eugene Hines, John Blackamore, Christmas Jessica Lynn Shepard and William Porter and Brian Kierstod friends of 5'10" guard and a good outside from last season the Grace Christian of using Coloma and/or Hartford From t-ball, to instructional league, and sewer lines installed as well. use his talents at Hogwarts School of Magic. Breakfast and Kendall Hollins. Hines and fields for games. Todd Rickets were united in mar- the groom. \ shooter. Walker is a 5'11" forward Patriots don't have that problem, from minor league to major league The Hays Park Project is running Hollins both lettered as sophomores riage during a 2:00 p.m. ceremony Flower girl was Brooke Marie that is a good post player, Scheid is Coach Tom DeJong retums four "Nothing is cast in concrete, we're and Pony League competition is behind schedule, due to "all the wet DEC 7 THRU DEC 13 **FRI-SAT ONLY *SAT-SUN ONLY program on but did not play last season while with Santa at Saturday, July 7, 2001, at the daughter of the bride and groom- a 6' forward, and Manning is a 6'!" starters from last year's squad in only looking at possibilities, we're provided for the 310-320 kids that weather and a late start on recon- WWW.MOORETHEATRES.COM THURSDAYS B.Y.O.B Blackamore was on the J.V. squad. Country Cove Banquet Hall. Jerry Ring Bearer was Noah Dean eB- guard that is a hard worker. Ryan Keath, Lucas Fox, David checking at all options," said Wood. tum out each year. struction," said Wood. "But, it's MOVIE CARD--A GIFT OF A GREAT TIME Hines is a 6'2" forward, Hollins is a Dec. 15 & 16 Rose performed the ceremony corted by April Ott sister of the There is one sophomore on the turhune, and Nick Runyon. Some two years ago, The Hays going to be a whole lot better than- AREAS ONLY ALL DIGITAL SOUND THEATRES Coloma Lions 6'1" forward, and Blackamore is a Central Assembly of God, 6801 Jessica is the daughter of Joe groom. The flowers were made by team in 5'10" guard Jamin Olds. The seniors are led by Keath who Park Committee was formed to re- the old facility when completed." 468 1 ()V1A 5'11" guard. i niv/i a ( oloma Ryno Rd., Coloma, cordially invites Shepard of Millburg and the late Mrs. Peggy Haase. Olds lettered last year as a freshman is a guard-forward that averaged HJ1VIA ALWAYS I KI K POP & POPC ORN The juniors are led by 6'2" for- CULL!CAN Community you to their 2001 Christmas pro- Scarllet Shepard. A reception followed the cere- and is a good leader despite his about 12 points per game last year, 1:55*4:45 6:40 8:35 ward Seth Griffin. Griffin is the has been solving the wirld's MONSTERS INC duction, "A Place to Call Home." William is the son of David and mony at Country Cove Banquet youth. Fox who is a 5'11" guard-forward only junior on the team that lettered water problems for over 60 years! ; 1:20*4:30 7:30 PG This is not a regular church serv- Linda Haase of Watervliet and Bill Hall in Riverside. si Coach Dietz is pleased with the and averaged 10 points per game HARRY POTTER Center last season and should play a major Call about renting a Culligan for ice, but an hour-long heartwarming and Kathy Ricketts of Covert. Jessica is currently taking evening progress that the team has made, last year, Terhune is a 6' guard- SPY GAME 1:40*4:15 6:50 9:10**R On Sunday, December 9, the Co- role this year. Troy Dixon and Wes $3.30 per month! Limited special, play that combines the Christmas The bride was escorted by her fa- classes to become a Registertjd wWe really feel that we can compete forward and averaged about 9 loma Lions Club will sponsor Boven are both forwards and J.V. call 1-800-442-2802 www.mooretheatres.com story and modem day life. ther Joe Shepard. Nurse while running a daycare and with the process that our program points per game last season, and Breakfast with Santa from 9:00 a.m. products from last year. Dixon is Brookfield Performances begin at 6 p.m. Sat- Bridesmaids were Jacy Corannel taking care of their two daughters. ) has made," he says. Coach Dietz Runyon who is a 5'8" guard. It will MICHIGAN southHAV'KN 637-1662 to 11 a.m at the Lions Club Com- over 6'3" and Boven is 6'2". They munity Center. urday, December 15 and Sunday, and Tonya Ricketts, sister-in-laws William is a Watervliet Hifeh says that the team's motto is staying be awhile for Runyon though as he 1:40*4:15 6:40 8:35 G should be able to give the Comets MONSTERS INC December 16. All are welcome. No of the bride; and Suzie Coettig, School graduate. He is currently together this season and the intense suffered a broken leg in the just Admission for the All-You-Can- some solid rebounding. 1:20* 4:00 6:50 9:00**PG13 admission charge. If you have any friend of the bride. employed at Mac Engineering. competition between players has completed soccer season. Other OCEAN'S 11 Eat pancake breakfast is $3.00 for There are two sophomores on the questions or need more information Bestman was TJ Ricketts, brother The couple will reside in Benton been very positive. Coach Dietz seniors include 5'11" guard Bill I adults and $1.00 for kids. Kids team this season in Erich Biggart MOVIE CARD-A GIFT OF A GREAT call 468-8422. of groom. Groomsmen were Bill Harbor. in feels that LMC, Eau Claire, and Ashley, 6'I" forward-center Jordan comt and get your picture with and Farrid Coleman. Both are very IHARRY POTTER i oo*4 30 7:30 PG r.i-. 7 H] • Bridgman will all be tough in the Hart, 5'10" forward Brooke Hen- DAVE WILLIAMS Santa! t talented J.V. guards from last year r- • ' Red Arrow this year. ' . nan, and 6' forward-center Ben s * READY NILES 683-1112 with Biggart at 5'10" and Coleman BUILDING SAL^S Smith. at 5'9". Coach Dietz will be assisted by FARM COMMERCIAL The Solution to the problem of auto repair 1:45 4:05 6:40 9:00 PG13 Kevin Green, the J.V.'s will be There are four juniors on the squad OCEAN'S 11 : There is one freshman on the team 1:45 4:20 7:00 8:50 G WMS coached again by Joe Quigno, while this season in James Zucker, Jimmy 429-7611 Stevensville MONSTERS INC Community Calendar this season in Justin Webb. Justin is the freshmen will be coached by Fitz, David Logan, and Brian Napp. LUBE - OIL - FILTER BEHIND ENEMY LINES 1:30 3:55 6;50 9:10 PG13 a 6'2" forward or swingman who Mike Tate. Zucker is a 5'11" guard, Fitz is a "Student of Sponsored as a community service by Orchard Hill Sanitary Landfill looks impressive. All service work 90 days same as cash. See us for details. ALL SEATS BEFORE 6:00 ONLY $2.50 Hartford will have played 5'7" guard, Logan is a 6'1" for- • Coach Gillespie is once again as- HARRY POTTER I 00 4:40 7:40 PG Send Community Calendar listings to: Tri-City Record, P.O. Box 7, Marcellus by the time you read this ward, and Napp is a 6' center. the Week" sisted by Bill Coleman with Mike 544 N. Main St. $ *1 O 67 COMPLETE THUR BRING YOUR OWN BAG FOR FREE FRESH POPCORN before traveling to Bridgman this Coach DeJong plans on being able The 8th grade teachers would like Watervliet, Mi 49098; or Fax to (616) 463-8329; or e-mail to Gillespie handling the J.V.'s and Watervliet | £m W/COUPON Friday. to go deep into his bench, which to present Viviana Ramirez as the [email protected]. Listings must be renewed weekly; the listing Bob Edelberg coaching the fresh- 616-463-5656 W/completion of Repair Now t0 5 ^ 'ir will help a pressure-type defense, he John's Pay Later application product- i ^s only student of the week. Viviana is a men. would like to employ. I assume that Watervliet native, and has 3 sib- deadline for next week's paper is noon on Monday. Coach Gillespie expects Cassopo- WHS Has New Coach also means that he would like to lings, Gabriel, Andres, and Alma. hursday, December 6,12:15 p.m., "CHRISTMAS PROGRAM AT SENIOR CENTER," students from the lis to be very strong this season with Watervliet has a new coach this push the ball up the court, which Chrysler - Dodge - Jeep TO Riverside School will perform at the North Berrien Senior Center, Ryno Road, Coloma. alot of returning talent with the rest season in former J.V. coach Rick irtt makes for exciting basketball. MOVIE of the Lakeland still being able to Pepin. He has worked his way Friday, December 7,9:00 a.m., "ATTENTION, GRANDPARENTS," there will be a meeting at the Van Buren . ( The Patriots open up at Trinity Glass pull a surprise on any given night. through the ranks and now has his County Courthouse, Paw Paw, concerning the challenging of visitation rights. For information, call 468-4479. South Bend this Friday before trav- : He likes his team's chances as well. shot. WE MAKE OUR OWN VINYL riday, December 7,5:00-7:00 p.m., "SWISS STEAK DINNER," the Riverside United Methodist Church, 4401 eling to Heritage Christian a week Coach Gillespie says that obviously I've watched Rick grow especially REPLACEMENT WINDOWS! Fikes Road, Riverside will host the dinner. The price is by donation. Carry outs available. later on Dec. 14,h. one of his team's goals is to win the over the last four years, and he does Full line Glass Shop, New :rlday, December 7, 7:00 p.m., "ELEMENTARY CHRISTMAS PROGRAM, at Grace Christian School, G... GUIDGeneral Audience. E Lakeland Conference but another a good job of constructive coaching Construction Windows, Watervliet. The program will be held in the gym. For more information call 463-5545. PG.. Parental Guidence. Some material may not be suited for children. one that he is putting alot of empha- from the sidelines during his games, Davie Gets The Axe Outside Service Work PG-13 Parents strongly cautioned. Friday, December 7 & Monday, December 10, 7:00-10:00 p.m., "SUPER SKATE AT RAMONA," the sis on is winning the Class "B" and has a good rapport with his I guess no one can say they were R... Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or legal guardian. NC 17 No one under 17 admitted. Orchards Mall & Ramona Roller Rink are teaming up for the Marine Toys for Tots. Bring an unwrapped toy District. players. surprised at the firing of Notre and receive a FREE night of skating. Anyone who follows basketball The Panthers retum four senior Dame football coach Bob Davie last 468-4227 Saturday, December 8,7:00 p.m., "SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM TALENT SHOW" knows that the Class "B" District in letterwinners in Andrew Parker. Sunday. Davie may have been a 271 Paw Paw St., at St. Joseph High School, for amateur-status boys & girls ages 7-23. Prizes for each of the 3 winners of 3 age,] this area is one of the hardest to win Joey Dilts, Josh Blakesly, and Theo nice guy but never grew into the job Coloma Real Music Variefy categories. For more information, call 428-4999. Tickets available at the door for $10; to view audition, $5. in order to move on in "March Attila. Parker is a 6'4" post player it seems. Athletic Director Kevin Saturday, December 8,7:00 p.m., "OWL PROWL," at Sarett nature Center, Benton Harbor. Bring along your Madness" with the likes of St. Joe, but won't play for awhile after un- White did what he had to do but dergoing an appendectomy last also took the blame for a lapse in flashlights and remember to dress warm. For more information, call Sarett at 927-4832. Niles, Lakeshore, Dowagiac, and 2001-2002 Showtimes valid now even Berrien Springs. He has week. The Panthers definitely will judgement when he gave Davie the SPY GAME Sunday, December 9,11:00 a.m., "GUEST SPEAKER," Earl Abrahams will be the speaker at the Youth Day challenged his team to prepare for welcome him back. Dilts is a 6'I" 5-year contract extension last Janu- C.A.R. HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBAII 12-07-01-12-13-01 service at the Plymouth Congregational Church, 123 First St., Watervliet. (R) For fun Viviana likes to watch King that as they go through the season. shooting guard and forward, while GAME OF THE WEEK of the Hill, and loves the color yel- Sunday, December 9, 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., " CHRISTMAS PROGRAM," the Berrien County H'storical The Comets will have played Blakesly and Attila are both 5'9" See PRESS BOX th CERTIFIED DAILY: 12:45,3:20, low. Her favorite movie is "Big Association will host its 10 Annual Christmas Celebration at the 1839 Courthouse Museum. Free Muskegon Heights by the time you guards. continued on page 12 BEHIND admission to the museum and music programs all day. For more information call 471-1202. 6:35,9:20 Mamma's House." 12/7 Bangor at Watervliet ENEMY LINES Viviana is a delight to have in the Sunday, December 9,2:00 p.m., "VOLUNTEER WORK DAY," at Sarett Nature Center, Benton Harbor. Come AUTO 12/14 Gobies at Lawrence (PG13) classroom because she is a very and help clean up the landscape. Bring work gloves. For more information, call 927-4832. BRING ENTERTAINMENT funny and polite student, and her Friday, December 14, "FREE ADMITTANCE TO COLOMA COMETS BASKETBALL GAME," bring a new 12/21 Berrien Springs Coloma DAILY: 1:35,4:10,6:45, REPAIR OCEANS 11 desire to achieve excellence sets a unwrapped toy to the game and receive free admittance. Come out and support the Toys for Tots. Games 1/4 Hartford at Lake Michigan Catholic 9:20 high standard. HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS (PG13) begin at 4:30 p.m. & 6:00 p.m., & 7:30 p.m. 0. 1/5 Fennvllle vs Saugatuck at the Palace Among other activities, Viviana is TOYS FOR TOTS COLLECTION BOXES AT Coldwell Banker Town & Country Real Estate and Paw Paw Lake 100 CHANNELS. FREE INSTALLATION. $9 A MONTH.' 468-5555 DAILY: 12:50, 1:50, 3:25, currently participating in Science 1/11 Gobies at Bloomingdale HARRY Pub & Grill, both in Coloma. For more information, call 468-7986. 4:25,6:00, 8:25, 9:45 Olympiad. When asked what moti- Just purchase any state-of-the-art DISH Network satellite Saturday, December 15,12:00 noon, "SENIOR CITIZEN CHRISTMAS PARTY," at the First United Methodist FRONT END 1/18 Covert at Coloma POTTER (PG) vates her she stated that she likes to TV system valued at $199 or more and subscribe to America's Preferred be successful, and live up to the Church. There is no charge but the church is asking the seniors to make reservations. 1/25 Lawrence at Fennvllle SHALLOW HAL DAILY: 12:40, 1:25,2:10, Top 100 programming package. You'll get a credit on your Satellite Inc. ALIGNMENT expectations that her parents, stu- Saturday, December 15,12:30 p.m., "SANTA IS COMING TO TOWN," Santa & Mrs. Claus will be arriving in 2/1 Hartford at Bangor 3:20,3:50,4:35,5:20, bill for 121.99 per month for 12 months. At our current includes fironi wheel drives & 4X4 P/U (PG13) dents, and teachers have of her. Coloma on a fire truck. The Loma Theatre will show a holiday movie with admission being a non-perishable 406 N. Main St. 6:30, 7:00, 7:45, 8:30 2/8 Lake Mich. Cath. At Hartford DAILY: 1:50,4:20,6:50, In the future Viviana plans on go- food item or paper product. America's Top 100 price of $30.99, you'll pay only $9 a Watervliet $30.00 & Up ing to Paris, meeting the president month* tor over 100 digital channels. Plus, 2/15 Decatur at Fennvllle 9:25 Saturday, December 15,1:00-3:00 p.m., "SANTA IS COMING TO SARETT," Santa & his reindeer will be 463-8510 MOST AMERICAN MADE CARS of the United States, and sky diving. visiting Sarett Nature Center, Benton Harbor. Holiday nature crafts will be available for 50 cents or $1. For with free Basic Professional Installation 463-8511 Open Mon-Fri 8:30-5:30 2/22 Detroit Country Day at Covert Congratulations, Viviana!! MONSTERS INC. more information call 927-4832. (a $199 value) you'll save $462. DOWNTOWN COLOMA 3/1 Hartford at Watervliet THE HEIST Saturday, December 15,6:30 p.m., "TOYS FOR TOTS AT CLUB ROCADERO," in Coloma. Prime rib dinner VISA & MASTER CARDS ACCEPTED (G) The CORRECT Over 100 of America's v.V' tVe have will be furnished free with a donation of a new, unwrapped toy. Reservations are required by calling 468-7777. 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section 4 thereof, no single unit P«ge 10 Tri-City Record Decembers, 2001 PUBLIC NOTICE pliance with the rules, regula- tions, laws or housing codes of dwelling, multiple unit dwell- December 5,2001 Tri-City Record Page 11 RENTAL PROPERTY City of Hartford and /or the ing, boarding house, lodging PUBLIC NOTICE REGISTRATION AND Tri-Citv A/'cci Outdoors Wcuit Ads & Piiblic Notices State o^ Michigan, the Building house, or other rental property "The service we render for others INSPECTION ORDINANCE WATEVLIET Inspector shall furnish the ap- offered to let or hire shall be is really the rent we ^pay for our To Advertise in the TRI-CITY RECORD plicant with a written list of the occupied unless Hartford TOWNSHIP room on this earth.' -wafwi<;«.r,ii FOR SALE specific violations which shall Building Inspector has issued a Dial 463-NEWS WANT AD RATES The Watervliet Township CITY OF HARTFORD CHRISTMAS TREES—5-8 ft. be corrected before the rental certificate of compliance for D OP ' For wint ads. lost & found, thank-you December Board of Review The City of Hartford ordains that its Scotch Pine, $9 each. 5-7 ft. Con- certificate of compliance is is- the single unit dwelling, multi- notes, personals, etc. meeting will be held on Tuesday, code of ordinance is hereby WESTERN TERRACE For the family values of Watcrvlier color Fir, $15 each. Pre-cut, locally ple unit dwelling, boarding December 11, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. at amended by the adoption of a sued, provided further, that the comc to Western Terrace. Tri-City Area FISHING REPORT grown. Weekends only, Saturday house or lodging house in the CaU 983-0011 $7.25 per ad of 25 words or less, plus 10 the Watervliet Township Hall, 4959 PROPERTY REGISTRATION violation does not render the With the close of gun season we still have a couple of lucky hunters name of the owner or his/her raKfc) cents per word over 25 words. Repeat the from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday from M-140 Hwy., Watervliet, MI 49098. ORDINANCE as follows: unit(s) unfit for occupancy or is designated representative, same ad for $6.25, plus 10 cents for each 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Six miles south of The purpose of the meeting is to of a nature which if not cor- w b. Each certificate of compliance extra word over 25. Watervliet on M-140, just north of correct any clerical errors and SECTION 1 rected would result in further shall be effective until revoked Napier. mutual mistakes of fact. PURPOSE: deterioration and subsequent Ad must be paid in advance by (47-6) by the City, however, all units Eva Baumeister The purpose of this ordinance is to danger to human life, safety or Credit card, cash or check at the must be registered annually as Watervliet Township Clerk welfare. However, if occupancy GORDON CHARLES Tri-Clty Record MASSAGE SPECIAL protect the public health, safety and (49-1) can continue safely, the City of set forth herein. 138 North Main Street welfare of occupants in the residen- THREE ONE HOUR sessions for Hartford shall issue a tempo- P.O. Box 7 tial buildings, occupied pursuant to Experiment with a big $99 ($135 value). Perfect gift for SECTION 10. 115 North Moin Sf. • P.O. Box 796 • Watervliet Ml 49098 Watervliet, Ml 49098 a verbal or written lease agreement, rary certificate of compliance the holidays. Wishing You Well, MAINTENANCE OF AD DEADLINE IS NOON MONDAY! in which rental consideration is a allowing occupancy to continue phc«, (6161463-7452 • Tues.-Fri, Noon-6, Saf. 9-6 • tec(616|463-862 0 Natural Health Center, 352 First St., RECORDS: whitetailed buck PUBLIC NOTICE condition of occupation, or if of- while violations are being cor- Watervliet, 463-HERB. All records, files and documents Isn't it amazing how animals as KEROSENE fered for rental, by the registration, rected. No Certificate of com- gust and just happened to walk into (48-2) COLOMA CHARTER pertaining to the Rental Registration large as whitetail deer can manage FOR GREA T GIFTS! SERVICE & SALES inspection and certification of rental pliance shall be issued if occu- the big deer in the brushy draw TOWNSHIP and Rental Unit inspection program to vanish during the hunting sea- Ely Hardware, Bangor FOR SALE properties every three years, as set pancy will endanger the health, where he was resting. The buck REGULAR MEETING shall be maintained by the City sons? Frustrated hunters are likely (616) 427-7685 MODERN MINI STORAGE, forth in this ordinance. safety, or welfare of the public. didn't jump from his hiding place Visit our 3,000 sq.ft. of items NOVEMBER 14, 2001 Clerk and made available to the to explain it away by declaring: (41-TFN) 60401 CR 687, Hartford, Ml 49057. In such cases an order to vacate until the hunter was 30 feet away SYNOPSIS public as allowed or required by "There just ain't any deer left or 1 Lien Sale on December 12,2001 of SECTION 2. shall be issued. and it was obvious to the deer that There are l,OOOs of them at WIGGLE WORMS DAYCARE MEMBERS PRESENT: MOSER, state law or City ordinance. would've seen some!" 'Unit # 32, Sherif Fawzy and Unit REGISTRATION th^ man was going to walk right LICENSED DAYCARE-in Water- BAIERS, BECHT, AVILES, That sort of remark makes me re- #53 Vema Clouse. Sale begins at REQUIREMENT: SECTION 6. over him if he didn't move. with a couple of nice bucks. vliet. Experienced preschool MOLTER, TEUTSCH SECTION 11. member back some years to when 1 3:00 p.m. No person shall hereafter occupy, ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATE No matter where they are found, Craig Hansen (above) has his teacher, food program, daily activi- MEMBERS ABSENT: DUFFIELD APPEAL: had the opportunity to report on an (49-1) allow to be occupied or let to an- OF OCCUPANCY: whitetailed deer are pretty much the eight point that field dressed at 170 ties, and parent reports. FIA ac- 1. APPROVED CONSENT Any person who is grieved by a other person for occupancy any experiment with a big whitetail same all over. And, though it may lb., shot in Allegan County on cepted. Pet free/smoke free. Imme- AGENDA, MINUTES OF decision of the Building Inspector residential rental property within the a. If after the initial inspection, buck. It involved some wildlife bi- be a blow to their ego, hunters don't November 11. diate full-time openings. Call Leslie Vl PRICE! OCTOBER 10, 2001 or whose Certificate of compliance ologists who tranquilized a trophy- City of Hartford for which a regis- the dwelling unit is found to be know as much about deer and their Jeremy Gagliardo (right) has his at (616) 463-4628. (DF110086719) REGULAR MEETING, has been revoked or if the unit(s) tration statement has not been prop- in compliance with the rules, size buck, then attached a miniature habits as they think they do. This is 10 point buck shot in Berrien (46-4) THE NOVEMBER 6, are found to be unfit for occupancy, E-mail the erly made and filed with the City regulation, laws, and ordi- radio transmitter to him before why it is possible for even a good g WLVTED g mNTEI) 6 WANTED $ WANTED S WANTED SCounty , on Nov. 26. 2001 SPECIAL MEET- shall be entitled to reconsideration turning him loose. To up the odds in Toy Twts & Accmontt. any m icalt. make, condition or qwrtty Altypes o f EUctnc Hot Cm, HELP WANTED Clerk and for which a certificate of nances of the City and / or the hunter to go through an entire sea- ny icaie of brand. N#w and OW Model Kits, wood, plasbc, of mtUI. OW Play sets. Erector Sets. OW A few steelhead and walleye are ING, AND PAYMENT by appealing the decision to the NAIL TECHNICIAN & MAS- occupancy has not been issued. State of Michigan, Hartford finding the deer again, the radio son without seeing a buck. Or, for Gaa or Beclric Powered Cars. Old Die-cast (Coroi. Matchbox, Hot Wheels, Hutty. PoNsM. Dinky. being caught at the Buchanen and OF BILLS City Board of appeal as provided in SAGE THERAPIST-Looking for Tri-City Registration shall be made upon Building Inspector shall issue a harness was a brilliant blaze-orange, that matter, even a doe. Toofcie, Ert. etc.) OW Dime Store SoWers and Promotional Cars, such as thoee given away by deal- Berrien Springs Dams. The 2. APPROVED HAVING A the Property Maintenance Code in as were a set or ear streamers. Fur- ershipa. Pre-WWil World's Fair memorabilia, especially Chicago 1933-34 Old Doll Houses and experienced nail technician & mas- forms furnished by the City Clerk Certificate of compliance for Our whitetails are wising up much Fumfere, Cast Iron or Pot Metal. Old Battery Operated and Wind-up Toys, Log Cabin Sets, otter col- Kalamazoo River, at the Allegan Dam, is still producing steelhead and STREETLIGHT IN- effect. sage therapist for rental or commis- for such purpose and shall specifi- the unit(s) in the name of the ther complicating things for the faster than those of us who are ledable and miscelaneous or related Hems. walleye also. Record STALLED BY SENIOR sion. Please contact Julia at Country cally require the following mini- owner or designated represen- buck was a crippled left front foot. hunting for them. That is really all They are still getting whitefish off the piers at St. Joe, Holland, and Send news, press releases, ads, CENTER ON RYNO SECTION 12. (616)463j^^ Cuts Salon, 463-2887, or stop in at mum information: tative. for the good, too, because if every South Haven. announcements, letters & photos ROAD DISTRIBUTION: our new location on East Red Ar- Despite all of these handicaps, that hunter should get a deer every year, Call Woodward's for all your fishing and hunting information, and to the Tri-City Record at 3. APPROVED RESOLU- A certificate of compliance shall be row Highway, Watervliet. (1) Name, address and phone SECTION 7. trophy buck made an utter fool of we could run out of these animals in licenses too. recorder cvbersol.com. TION FOR DEQ TO given to the owner or his/her desig- To SUBSCRIBE (47-6) number of the property owner. REINSPECTION; the many hunters who invaded his just a few seasons. WWW. FALL & WINTER HOURS Monday-Sunday 7 A.M.-6 P.M. Send text in Microsoft Word & CONSIDER EXTEND- nated representative and the City of REVOCATION: home area. By tracking the deer's As somebody said, "We are all to the photos in JPG, as attachments. ING WATER TO WASH- Hartford shall retain a copy. tricityrecord WOODWARD'S BAIT & TACKLE (2) Name address and phone a. No later than sixty days after movements with directional receiv- part-time hunters but theses are all INGTON SCHOOL Tri-City Record 5605 Paw Paw Lake Road, Coloma (across from The Bend) number of the designated local the initial inspection, a follow- ers, the biologists were able to keep full-time deer!" So why grumble if .com 4. APPROVED HIGH BID SECTION 13. 468-7522 FISHING & HUNTING LICENSES property manager if the prop- up inspection shall be con- him located at all times. For seven you think your luck is bad during call 463-6397 RECEIVED FOR OLD TRANSFERABILITY: erty owner lives outside the ducted, if necessary, to verify straight days, in an area swarming the hunting seasons. After all, there SQUAD CAR A Certificate of Compliance shall metropolitan area. that all the violations listed pur- with hunters, the buck avoided even is still next year! 5. ACCEPTED ORDI- suant to section 4 herein, have not be transferred to any other being seen by any of them. A C)URISTMAS (i)lFT IDEA THAT LASTS ALL YEAR! NANCE DOCUMENT dwelling or unit for which it was (3) The street address of the rental been corrected. If not corrected, ' Some of the gunners passed within FOR REVIEW WITH originally issued. 1 HOUR property. either a second reinspection 30 yards of the buck without spot- FIRST ACTION IN DE- shall be scheduled, or if in the ting him. Others glassed the area CEMBER SECTION 14. (4) The number and types of units opinion of the inspector, a good from distances of 150-300 yards 6. AUTHORIZED MOSER TENANT RESPONSIBILITY: within the rental property faith effort to correct the code and also failed to see him. By taking Youth Bowling Photo Processing TO OBTAIN BIDS FOR violations has not been made, In the event of a violation exists or advantage of the sparse cover in Kelley's Bowl (dwelling units or sleeping OLD PUBLIC WORKS occurs which prevents the issuance SAVE 20% rooms). the temporary certificate of ravines, the deer stayed out of sight of a certificate of compliance or plus custom photo enlargements, PICKUP TRUCK compliance, issued pursuant to in spots where a mouse could hardly Results for: November 30 7. ACCEPTED RESIGNA- violates the currently approved (5) The maximum number of oc- section 4, shall be revoked and •hide. album prints, computer & disc prints TION FROM GLENN B.O.C.A. National property Main- BANTAMS: His series consisted of games 101- cupants permitted for each the unit(s) vacated. Finally, deciding enough had been ON A GIFT SUBSCRIPTION KEEFER FROM FIRE tenance Code due to the actions or Girls: Heather Vitale eamed high 76-121. His 121 game was a Make your HARTFORD RITE AID your dwelling unit or sleeping b. The landlord shall have the Warned from that particular buck, BOARD failure to act by the tenant, then the series honors for the week with her whopping 56 pins over his average. room. right to request inspections al the biologists figured they should 1-stop shop for prescriptions, patent medicines, 8. APPOINTED MARK tenant may also be cited for the 273 series and she also eamed high Great bowling Dylan. Louie ^ ^TO THE TRI-CITY RECORD no cost. Recover the radio equipment the CRAWFORD TO FIRE violation and subject to punishment game honors with her 112 game. Dominion eamed third high series magazines, greeting cards, beer & wine, package (6) The name, address and phpne -'deer was packing. Obviously, the BOARD — under section 15 of this ordinance. Amanda Swihart eajned second honors with his 285 series and third We 7/ send your Gift Subscription in time for the holiday! number of the person author- SECTlONT' easiest way to do that was'tcT'Jbst liquor, toiletries, refreshments, toys, games, 9. APPROVED HIRING high series honors with her 95 series high game honors with his 103 Just fill out the enclosed coupon(s) below and return to the Tri-City Record by Dec. 15, ized to make or order made re- FEES: walk over and shoot him. gifts, paper products, seasonal decorations, etc. PART TIME HELP FOR SECTION 15. aid third high game honors with her game. Ryan Scott eamed fourth pairs or services for the prop- a. There will be a charge of $5.00 Here's where the real surprise 2001 and your gift will begin with our Christmas issue! Sorry, new subscriptions only! POLICE OFFICE CIVIL INFRACTIONS; ^0 game. Rachael Knapp eaimed high game honors with his 102 erty, if in violation of City or for initial registration required came in. Even with the directional 10. APPROVED $1,300. AD- PENALTIES; second high game honors with her game, which was 30 pins over his State codes, if the person is under this ordinance, however receivers to help them home in on DITIONAL RENU- OFFENSE: 47 game. Great bowling gals! average. Christmas Gift Subscription Special for different than the owner or lo- there shall be a Twenty-five the signals being transmitted by the HARTFORD MERATION FOR WORK Any person, owner or designated cal manager. ($25.00) fee assessed for late 'Emck's radio, there were plenty of ON ORDINANCES AND representative admitting responsi- Boys: Ryan Vitale eamed high PREPS: Name registration. problems. It took the combined ef- 302 W. Main St. MASTER PLAN bility or found guilty of violating series honors with his 394 series Girls: Marissa Collins eamed high (7) Name of current tenant. b. No fees shall be charged by the forts of five men and entire day to any provision of the ordinance, shall and high game honors with his 146 series honors with her 207 series Mailing Address 11. AUTHORIZED CHIEF City for inspections contem- catch up with the crafty whitetail be guilty of a civil infraction as set game. Dylan Woods bowled and eamed high game honors with COTTIER TO OBTAIN plated by this ordinance to de- "afid to recover then expensive 621-6400 forth in the City of Hartford Ordi- outstanding this week. The eamed her 81 game. Megan Barry eamed BIDS FOR NEW POLICE SECTION 3. termine that any violations of equipment. City, State, Zip_ nances, chapter I,section 1.4c shall second high series honors with his second high series honors with her VEHICLE MANNER OF REGISTERING: the City ordinance have been be punished by a fine having a fine Even then, he almost got away- 298 series. The 298 series is 174 series and second high game NEXT REGULAR BOARD The registration must be made on or corrected by the owner or prop- "Happiness, I have discovered, of $50.00 for the first violation and and would have if one of the men Dylan's high series for the season. honors with her 60 game. Kelsey Gift from MEETING: DECEMBER 12, 2001 before January 31, every three years erty manager, however, there is nearly always a rebound a fine of $150.00 for the second hadn't given up on the chase in dis- It also eamed him a YABA award. Collins eamed third high series AT 7:00 P.M., COLOMA JUNIOR or when there is a tum over by the shall be a fee of Seventy-five from hard work."— HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY ($75.00) Dollars to be assessed violation and a fine of $300.00 for honors with her 116 series and third Your phone number property owner or designated local high game honors with her 52 against the property, property the third and each subsequent vio- PAID ADVERTISEMENT property manager in the office of lation. Each violation of the provi- game. NANCY BAIERS owner or designated local Cost of annual subscription with 20% discount in Berrien and Van Buren the City Clerk. sions hereof shall be deemed a sepa- For the family values ol Watervliet COLOMA CHARTER property manager for each ad- WESTERN TERRACE rate offence. Wives need not fear Boys: Tyler Beutter eamed high Counties S20.80. Elsewhere in Michigan $24.00, Outside Michigan $28.00 comc lo Western Terrace. TOWNSHIP CLERK ditional inspection required be- CaU 983-0011 The applicant/ owner or his desig- series honors with his 416 series Please enclose cheek or M.O. with order and return to Tri-City Record, 138 N. Main St., cause of violations have not nated representative, by filing an SECTION 16. and high game honors with his 172 P.O. Box 7, Watervliet MI 49098 or pay by major credit card been corrected. Additional in- buying application, shall be deemed to have SEVERABILITY: game. The 172 game is Tyler's high # expires given the consent to Hartford spections shall mean inspec- The sections and portions of this game for the season. Cody Scott Building Inspector to enter each tions required after the initial $ 00 ordinance are declared to be sever- husband a eamed second high series honors and follow up compliance in- rental unit, at reasonable times and with his 373 series and second high spections. able and if any section or part Christmas Gift Subscription Special for upon reasonable notice, to inspect hereof is declared to be illegal, un- fishing pole game honors with his 152 game. % 4 V F 11 *the premises at any time after the enforceable, or void for any reason, Josh Soderborg eamed third high Name SECTION 9. application is made or a certificate such illegality shall not affect the series honors with his 371 series CERTIFICATE OF "We all know the jokes of compliance is issued. remaining sections of the this ordi- and second high game honors with OFF THE WEEKLY NEWS STAND PRICE WHEN YOU COMPLIANCE Mailing Address nance. about the poor guy trying to buy his wife jewelry for his 150 game. The 150 game was 43 REQUIREMENT: SECTION 4. SECTION 17. pins over Josh's average. Great a. After the initial inspection of Christmas, says Richard Smith of Discount Fishing, TRANSFER OF PROPERTY: EFFECTIVE DATE: bowling guys! City, State, Zip_ the rental unit(s), pursuant to "he doesn't have a clue, so he goes back to the per- Every new owner of rental property This ordinance shall take effect fume counter and buys the biggest bottle they've got. (whether as fee owner or contract immediately after its publication. JUNIORS: Gift from purchaser) shall be required to fur- He doesn't realize the gal behind the jewelry counter Boys: Matt Vitale eamed high nish to the City Clerk the new can help him pick the gift that will really mean some- series honors for the week with his Your phone number SUBSCRIBE owner's name, address and phone thing to his wife". 434 series and high game honors number and the name, address and We Made It All Brand New with his 151 game. Andrew Ollis Cost of annual subscription with 20% discount in Berrien and Van Buren phone number of the owner's des- Now accepting applications for newly remodeled I, 2, & 3 bedroom "That's same reason the husband gets the slippers eamed second high series honors Counties $20.60. Elsewhere in Michigan $24.00, Outside Michigan $28.00 to the TRI-CITY RECORD ignated manager before taking pos- units, all units feature new carpet/vinyl throughout, kitchen and the tie every year", Richard adds, "his wife with his 323 series and third high session of the property. No registra- Please enclose cheek or M.O. with order and return to Tri-City Record, 138 N. Main St., cabinets including new appliances, window blinds, lighting fixtures knows he'd like a fishing pole but she has no idea game honors with his 124 game. and you will also get your favorite local newspaper delivered tion fee shall be required of the new Justin Smith eamed third high series P.O. Box 7, Watervliet MI 49098 or pay by major credit card and updated heating and air conditioning. Professional staff. how to get him one. If she's only come in and ask right to your mail box every week, rain or shine. That means you owner during the year in which pos- honors with his 307 series. Brad # ; expires session takes place provided that the Country setting, yet close to town, shopping and schools. me, I'd be glad to help her select the right one from Denny eamed second high game will never miss any of your favorite weekly features, local news previous owner has paid all regis- Country View is in the Dial-A-Ride service area our inventory of more than 7,000 rods". honors with his 145 game. The 145 tration fees and has complied with Christmas Gift Subscription Special for items, school news, sports reports, and important public notices. and on the public school bus route. game was a incredible 69 pins over all requirements of this ordinance "Selecting the right fishing pole and reel, like fine Brad's average and is also Brad's Name Just fill out the form below and return it to the Tri-City Record and any notices from the City con- jewelry, is determined by quality, materials, applica- high game for the season. Great cerning violations of health, zoning, Country View tion (river or lake fishing, panfish or sportfish), and bowling Brad! at 138. N. Main St., P.O. Box 7, Watervliet, Ml 49098 or fire or safety codes of the City. If Mailing Address Apartments & Townhomes individual taste. Believe it or not, the right fishing any change in the type of occupancy MAJORS: call in your order with a credit card payment to (616) 463-6397. 1928 E. Britain Ave., Benton Harbor, Ml as originally registered is contem- pole also is determined by the fisherman's height; Bovs: Doug Rau bowled great. He City, State, Zip_ Name plated by the new owner, a new Phone (616) 926-8068 the taller he is, the longer it needs to be." eamed high series honors with his registration statement will be re- TTY 1-800-649-3777 420 series and high game honors Street address or P.O. Box # quired. Gift from Income Restrictions Apply "Once I know what kind of fishing he likes, his size, with his 157 game. Smart kid and Rents starting at $319 great bowler! Adam Astopenia City, State and Zip his fishing experience and the quality he wants, I can SECTION 5. Office open Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm eamed second high series honors Your phone number Credit Card # expires INITIAL INSPECTION; Saturday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm; put together the right rod and reel combination that with his 351 series and tied for ORDERS; POWER TO Sunday 12 noon to 3:00 pm will please any fisherman." second high game honors with Joel Cost of annual subscription with 20% discount in Berrien and Van Buren Phone # (for verification, if needed) VACATE: Tichenor...each bowled a 134 Counties $20.80. Elsewhere in Michigan $24.00, Outside Michigan $28.00 Please circle & pay the annual amount that applies to your mailing address a. After registration, an initial game. Joel Tichenor eamed third inspection of the rental unit(s) DISCOUNT FISHING Please enclose check or M.O. with order and return to Tri-City Record, 138 N. Main St., * Berrien or Van Buren Co. $28.00 Rest of Michigan $35.00 high series honors with his 334 shall be conducted as soon as Equal Houiing f P.O. Box 7, Watervliet MI 49098 or pay by major credit card series. Combination of local & out of state (snowbirds) $35.00 inspection schedules permit. If Opportunity ©* 324 N. Main St., Watervliet # expires Rest of U.S. $38.00 Outside the USA $75.00 the rental unit(s) is not in com- Open Every Day 463-8457 Page 12 Tri-City Record December 5, 2001 It's early in the season, but our a first period pin, to make the final Harper Creek PRESS BOX ' Coloma Comets look much im- score 77-3. Tournament proved over last year's squad. An- Hartford, with six forfeits, was in continued front page V Coloma traveled to Harper Creek other year's experience under the trouble before the wrestling even Saturday, Dec. I to an individual ary. That was a no-brainer. old belt tends to do that for you. began. It was heard in the stands tournament where they finished Now the Irish have to go out and Coloma traveled to Lawton for the that they had 13 wrestlers ineligible. fourth out of eight teams. Coloma get someone with a proven record, first dual meet of the season to take When their lineup is back intact, had four wrestlers in each of the someone to come in and restore the on Hartford and Mattawan. Hartford they should be able to compete for championship and consolation Irish to national prominence. The was the first to go down to defeat to the Red Arrow Conference. rounds. Taking second were, Wade list of names that have been men- the Comet wrestlers. After the draw Coloma was also too much for Richardson (103), Wally Kroschel tioned is just speculation at this (to determine which weight class Mattawan to handle in a see saw (112), Ken Ashley (135) and Jay point, but they are impressive. went first), it was announced that battle. Mattawan did start out with a Erny (140). Thirds were eamed by It's just my opinion but there may wrestiing wouid begin at 135 lbs. 0-6 lead. Ken Ashlev (135) wa«: Brian Thomas (171) and Doug be a need to look at the toughened vvjt|1 j^en Ashley. With Kenny win- unable to wrestle to his potential Ashley (HWT). Brett Hawblitzel admissions standards that were put ning by a tech faii and jay Erny when he injured his left arm during (119) and Shawn Morlock (145) into effect a few years ago. There (140) pinning his man in the first wrestling action. Get well soon finished fourth. may be some merit about missing period Co|oma wou|d iead n-O Kenny, we need you in the lineup. Jay Erny (140) with a tech fall and out on several recruits in recent and never look back. Shawn Mor- Shawn Morlock (145) with his first years because of it. I'm not saying iock (145) and Mauricio Mafia period pin put us back in the lead at THREE FIRES IN TWO YEARS...brings a hall to action at RL-DJ to completely trash the admittance (152) received forfeits, then Nick Auction in Hartford. Fire caused extensive damage to a portion of the standards but you have to be on a Toth (160) and Brian Thomas (171) 11-6. After losing the lead with a structure Friday evening. State Fire Marshals ruled the fire as level playing field with everyone both pinned their gUys t0 make the couple of losses, Brian Thomas "unknown origin," but have ruled out arson. (Joe Cheshire photo) else. He wouldn't say it when he score 35.0 (171) and the improved Jon Smith (189) both pinned their opponents left but I'll bet money that it played After forfeits for jon Smith (189) to make the score 23-15 in favor of a big role in his leaving the univer- and chris Immos (215), Doug Ash- sity. ley (HWT) and Wade Richardson Coloma. Again Mattawan came A BUTTON FUND-RAISER... (103) followed up with pins of their back to take the lead at 23-27. Then Bob's Hobby and Collector Shop To SUBSCRIBE •own to make the score 59-0. Co- Coloma put the old hurt on with of Watervliet is offering these Coloma loma lost a tough fought 11-12 de- pins by Wade Richardson (103), buttons, commemorating the at- to the cision at 112 pounds to make it 59- Wally Kroschel (112), Ryan Sim- tack on the World Trade Center, wrestlers 3. Again Hartford gave up forfeits mons (119) and Brett Hawblitzel for a $2 donation. One hundred Tri-City Record (125) to make it 47-27. Matt Fryling percent of the donations will go to to Ronnie Simmons (119) and Brett call 463-6397 take two Hawblitzel (125) before Matt (125), with a sore hand and all, fol- IRemembeM the New York Police & Fire Wid- Fryling (130) ended the match with lowed up with a hard fought deci- September 11,2001 ows and Children's Benefit Fund. Coloma 77 - Hartford 3 sion to end the scoring at 50-27. 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