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OUR 88th 57 SOUTH MONROE ST. • COLDWATER, MI • 517-279-9764 • FAX 517-278-8597 YEAR! coldwatershoppersguide.com ANNUAL SPORTSMAN & TOOL PUBLIC AUCTION LOCATED AT WHITE STAR AUCTION FACILITY ONE MILE EAST OF BRONSON ON U.S. 12 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 AT 9:30 AM One of our largest annual auctions of the year! Always the 3rd Saturday of February, with 3 and 4 auction rings running at once in our large, heated auction facility. You will want to bring a bidding partner. Acres of close parking. Full handicap accessible facility with multiple restrooms and excellent food service. 9:30 A.M. AUCTION RING #1: Ammunition, hunting items, camping, sporting goods, lodge and cabin decor, new tools, used shop tools, equipment, power and hand tools, used shop tools, hardware, primitive toys and related. AUCTION RING #2: Vintage, collectable and new fishing equipment, lures, spearing decoys, several Bronson Surebite and other lures in boxes, Bronson rods and reels, 4’x4’ Bronson Invader sign, many used rods and reels, tackle boxes, 14’ boat, motor and trailer, plus thousands of dollars of all new rods, reels, terminal tackle, baits, lures, boxes and related from pan fish to salmon size. AUCTION RING #3: Hundreds of Indian artifacts from American tribes to the modern native American craftsman. Many primitive hammer stones, celts, knives, work stones, spearheads, axes, gorgets, banner and bird stones, arrowheads of all sizes and configurations. To be sold individually and in group- ings. Firearms sell at 11:30 a.m. Over 100 rifles, shotguns, hand guns, muzzleloaders, military, modern, hunting and wall hangers. All Federal Firearm laws apply. NICS checks will be done. Bring your carry permits. Archery equipment following firearms with nice crossbows, compound bows and related.

9:30 A.M.: FISHING, VINTAGE AND MODERN: 4’x4’ Bronson Invader reel sign; 3 Bronson Sharebits; “Shedevil” lures in boxes; other Shurebites in boxes; 2 Bronson 63 combos; Bronson Reel 900 Mate and 4 way reel boxes; rare J.A. Coxe model 9/0WC, 5” diameter salt water reel; old wooden lures; many used rod and reel combos; wicker creels; plus other useful and collectable fishing related items. Also selling brand new fishing equipment of all types. Name brands and sizes from a Michigan wholesale dealer. Hundreds of new items! 9:30 A.M.: INDIAN ARTIFACTS: Several frames of arrowheads; bird points and larger sizes; several axes; hammer stones; work stones; spear heads; celts; gorgets; banner and bird stones; plus other pieces. 9:30 A.M.: TOOLS: New 12 volt winch; propane heater; DeWalt power tools; new air tools; chain saws; screw cabinet; radial arm saw; table drill press; several small electric motors; metal band saws; metal lathe; 12 ton pipe bender; 20 ton shop press; cross saw; hydraulic splitter; engine stand; Clark variable speed 11 3/4” metal lathe; shop vacs; (6) 4 1/2’x8’ trailers full of used shop and garage, hand and power tools; new hardware; precision tools; boxes; several tables full of new tools and related items. 9:30 A.M.: SPORTING GOODS: Quantity of ammo; New Terrain 4’x4’ hunting blind mounted on trailer; new and used hunting clothes; paint ball items; new boots and waders; gloves; used basket- balls; baseball gloves; bats; balls; MotoX helmets; blow up kayak; 14’ boat, motor and trailer; cabin and lodge furnishings; decor; hunting knives; cast iron cookware; Coleman lanterns; stoves; antlers; old boat motors; white tail mount; BB guns; older collectable cars and trucks; toys; pocket watches; like new Craftsman zero turn 26” self propelled snowblower; spears; new boat seats; antique cam- eras; hand gun safe; Ruger 10/22 stocks; portable ice fishing shanty; 3 Ducks Unlimited whitetail bronzetone statues; 4 zero gauge Lionel train cars; and more. Over 200 ft. of tables full of good stuff! FIREARMS SELLING AT 11:30 A.M.: Remington models: #710, #4 - 14, 870’s, 597, 572. Winchester models 62A, 59, 94’s, 77, 190, 12. Mossberg models 100 ATR, Patriot, 185KC, 1920 Brownie, 500’s. Browning models 39BPS, A-Bolt, 30, A-Bolt Medal- lion. Rugers; Ithacas; Marlins; H&R; N.E.F.; Thompson Center; Savage; Stevens; Springfield; Westerfield; U..S. Carbines; Pedersoli; U.S. Springfield; Smith & Wesson; Glock; BSA; Rossi; FIE; CVA; Colt Python & Dia- mond Back; plus other models of rifles, shotguns, muzzleloaders and hand guns. NOTE: Federal firearms laws apply. NICS checks will be done. Bring your Michigan CPL’s, FFL and ID’s. Pictures on website. ARCHERY (FOLLOWING FIREARMS): Crossbows; compound bows such as Bowetech, Matthews, Bar- nett, Karnage, Parker and others.

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Bail) at 269-962-7959 $ *Skin Kisses 100 First Board of Review Meeting for Appeals, Monday, March 9, 2020: ($130 Value) 9:00 a.m. to 12:00p.m and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Second Board of Review Meeting for Appeals: two facials Tuesday, March 10, 2020, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (in the fire department this year) *Sweetheart’s Letter appeals accepted by both Townships. They must be received prior to ad- journment. Journey $660 THE TENTATIVE FACTOR IS 1.00 FOR ALL CLASSES TOWNSHIP HALL LOCATIONS: ($840 Value) Girard Township Sherwood Township 1009 Marshall Road 548 N. Main Street Give your sweetheart the Coldwater, MI 49036 Sherwood, MI 49089 gift of relaxation for a year! Assessor: Marcia A. Bail, MAAO III 12 one-hour massages with Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact your choice of 1 add-on (hot township office in writing or by phone. stone or sugar scrub) 2006 CHEVY HHR, 4dr, *Beautycounter auto, low miles, air and more, $2,950. Hillside Mo- 15% off all in stock products tors 517-278-6278. IRS TAX RETURN SALE: 6 Arrows Handyman Hillside Motor Sales has Mark & Gayle Forrester *COLDWATER nearly 20 cars in stock *ANGOLA under $5,000, call us today 256 Hyska Rd., Bronson, MI 517-278-6278. 517-278-2519 269-625-4440 FOR SALE: GE washer and • ANY HANDYMAN PROJECTS www.coldwaterchiropractic.com dryer, 1 1/2 old, $600, 517- • All Fencing - Wood, Vinyl, Chain Link, 369-3632. Inground Dog Fencing, TIRED OF THAT 2 Custom Fencing STROKE outboard smoke • Shrub Planting, Trimming or Removal, or is it nickel and diming Minor Tree Trimming you? Come see us, repow- • Junk Removal Small to Large ering is our specialty. • Total Cleanout - Garage, Basement, 840 PHILLIP RD., Hutch’s Marine Repair and MONTGOMERY, MI Attic, Etc. Sales, 636 Miller Rd., Cold- CLOSED FOR THE water. 517-238-5390. WINTER SEASON 50 E. Chicago St., Coldwater, MI • 517-227-5877 FOR SALE: Bernese Moun- WALKER WATER KNOW YOUR SIZE... ANY TIME SEPTIC Service. 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Branch County’s Newest Driver’s Education Provider 517.227.2322 NOW FORMING SEGMENT 1 & 2 CLASSES STARTING 517-368-5266 • 888-368-5266 MARCH 2nd 1 Mile North of Camden, MI 0n M-49 Classes Fill Very Quick, So Hurry To Our OPEN MON.-FRI. 8 AM - 5 PM Website To Register... www.dpequipment.com www.blairsschoolofdriving.com Page 4 Say “I Saw It In The Shopper’s Guide” ...Week Of February 11, 2020 .... Phone 279-9764 53rd FARMER’S DAY Annual MONDAY, FEB. 17, 2020 BRANCH AREA CAREERS CENTER 366 MORSE ST., COLDWATER, MICHIGAN 9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.: VENDOR/EXHIBIT AREA OPEN 11:30 A.M.-1:00 P.M.: LUNCH 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM: MORNING SESSIONS 1:00-2:30 P.M.: AFTERNOON SESSIONS

MORNING SESSIONS 6 Educational Sessions Will Be Held Simultaneously From 10:00 To 11:30 As Follows AGRIVOLTAICS: THE ROLE OF AGRICULTURE FUN WITH FAT, SALT, and SUGAR - ROOM 112 IN SOLAR ENERGY PRODUCTION - ROOM 164 Valerie Albright, MSU Extension M. Charles Gould, MSU Extension Jessica Wright, MSU 4-H Children’s Garden Given the challenge to decarbonize the electricity grid, choosing Americans, on average, are consuming much more salt, fat, and between ag and energy is a false dichotomy. Learn how Agriv- sugar than recommended. Excess of these nutrients can lead oltaics can turn any pending competition between energy and to chronic illnesses. So, come, learn, and get the up-to-date in- food to mutually beneficial cooperation. formation on Fat, Salt, and Sugar. We will be doing a food demo to inspire you to make your own Granola. FIELD CROP MANAGEMENT UPDATE SESSION #1 ROOM 140 Eric Anderson, Bruce MacKellar, Erica Rogers and THE ARC - COUNTY VERSUS PLC DECISION Sarah Fronczak, MSU Extension ROOM 166 Producing corn and soybeans has become much more of a chal- Roger Betz, MSU Extension lenge over the last several years. Tar spot for corn, SDS, SCN, Decision deadline is March 15th. The ARC program provides white mold, herbicide resistant weeds and the weather have revenue-based payments when farm revenue falls below a “Cov- made management decisions more critical. This session will erage Guarantee” level. While the PLC program provides price- focus on how the weather conditions impacted the pest complex based payments when prices are less than the “Reference in 2019, and maybe re-defined how we will look at planting, crop Price” level and uses an individual farm’s PLC yields to deter- maturity group and harvest windows in the future. mine the payment rate. Depending on the 2019 and 2020 county 2 RUP Credits Pending yields and the ‘19 and ‘20 Market Year Average (MYA) price, which program provides the best risk protection for each individ- YOUTH FOR QUALITY CARE OF ANIMALS ual farm? ROOM 170 Nick Babcock, MSU Extension The class will cover animal care before, during and after the fair. HORSE CARE - ROOM 130 Attendance at this class meets the requirement for youth show- Tom Guthrie, MSU Extension ing at the Branch County Fair. Pre-registration mandatory thru This class will focus specifically on Equine Care. Attendance in MSUE. $3.00 cost with 50 exhibitor maximum. this class meets the requirement for youth showing at the SANDWICH SACK LUNCH - $3.00 Proceeds to Agribusiness Scholarship Fund Milk Provided By Branch County Dairy Producers. Sandwich Sack Lunch Items Provided By Branch County Agri Business Council 2019 Scholarship Winners: Sidney Akers & Hannah Furney AFTERNOON SESSIONS 7 Educational Sessions Will Be Held Simultaneously From 1:00 To 2:30 As Follows BUILDING SOIL HEALTH FOR WATER HOW COULD A FOREIGN ANIMAL DISEASE (FAD) MANAGEMENT - ROOM 164 OUTBREAK AFFECT FARMS WITH LIVESTOCK? Jordan Beehler, Branch County Conservation District ROOM 130 Too much, not enough, wrong place, wrong time - let’s talk about Beth Ferry & Dave Thompson, MSU Extension management options to help handle water issues on your farm. This session will focus on the role and expectations of farms dur- ing a FAD outbreak. It will describe how the State plans to man- FIELD CROP MANAGEMENT UPDATE SESSION #2 age an outbreak and what will happen if a FAD comes to the US. ROOM 140 This presentation will emphasize African Swine Fever. Bruce MacKellar & Eric Anderson, MSU Extension This session will continue focus on the issues outlined in the REINVENTING AGRITOURISM IN BRANCH COUNTY morning session. We will discuss what to look for when scouting, ROOM 128 field conditions optimal for outbreak, growth stages of both the Bob Harris, Retired Chairman/CEO of Alliance Foods, crop and the pests that are critical for management and the Inc., Harmony Fierke-Gmazel, MSU Extension “best” control options for what we see as the most important Learn how the “New Rules of Retailing” are creating opportuni- management challenges we think will be an issue in 2020. ties for Agritoursim and on-farm businesses. Topics will include: 2 RUP Credits Pending tools to help determine if Agritourism makes good business YOUTH FOR QUALITY CARE OF ANIMALS sense for your farm, ideas for farm-based businesses, and con- ROOM 170 siderations for community planning, zoning and Right to Farm Nick Babcock, MSU Extension Act. The class will cover animal care before, during and after the fair. Attendance at thsi class meets the requirement for youth show- CULTIVATING THE RECIPE GARDEN - ROOM 112 ing at the Branch County Fair. Pre-registration mandatory thru Valerie Albright, MSU Extension MSUE. $3.00 cost with 50 exhibitor maximum. Jessica Wright, MSU 4-H Children’s Garden FARM MANAGEMENT CHAT - ROOM 166 As our gardens begin to take shape this growing season, join Roger Betz, MSU Extension Val and Jessica as they help guide you in selecting the best cul- Need some guidance on complex matters when planning your tivars of fruit, vegetables and herbs to grow for your favorite farm succession? Stop in to talk with Roger. recipes. Samples and recipes will be provided to all attendees.

RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDE EXAMS (RUP) - 9:30 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M. - ROOMS 142-143 All categories will be given by the Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA). You must be in the room by 2:15 p.m. in order to take the test. Please bring a check or money order payable to State of Michigan. $50.00 for Private, $75.00 for Commercial. **Study Session FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14th at MSU Extension Branch Co. from 8:30 A.M. - Noon, cost $20.00. Payble to MSU.

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ROOFS no smoking, no pets, COAL: Anthracite, by the We Specialize In Metal & Shingle Roofs, Mexican central air, bag or by the ton, 517-639- Gutters, Pole Barns, Camper Roofs & 2 storage sheds. 8280. Flooring Restaurant 74 W. Chicago St. • Coldwater, MI • 517-278-4234 CALL FOR MORE INFO: 517-416-2003 586-745-4237 AMISH CREW ready to work for you. We have all 517-215-3359 Valentines Day Feb. 14 Special SECOND 3 BEDROOM your construction needs 12 Oz. Margarita Special $2.99 www.dandcroofing.net AVAILABLE AS WELL covered. Call 517-227- 16 Oz. Margarita Special $3.99 9728. 27 Oz. Margarita Special $5.99 2001 ISUZU TROOPER Double Fajitas for 2 - $19.99 BRANCH COUNTY HARDWOOD FLOOR 4x4 SUV, great year round vehicle, auto, air and more LUNCH SPECIALS 11:00 To 3:00 ROAD COMMISSION options, $3,950. Hillside Mo- REFINISHING tors 517-278-6278. Monday: Chimichanga ...... $5.50 is seeking two Mechanics to repair and maintain Speedy Gonzales...... $4.50 OLD FLOORS MADE SEPTIC TANKS AND sys- Tuesday: Taquitos Mexicanos...... $5.99 all vehicles and equipment owned by the road LIKE NEW. Profes- tems installed. M. W. Burns, Lunch #1: 1 Taco, 1 Chili Relleno, commission. Essential duties and responsibilities sional Sanding. 33 517-542-3869. Guacamole Salad ...... $5.50 include, but not limited to, maintain a valid Michi- years. Insured. Coun- MEDICAL MARIJUANA Wednesday: Burrito Real...... $6.00 gan Operators License, CDL, Class B with air try Quality Hardwood certification. Call The Tree Lunch #2: Rice & Bean Burrito...... $5.50 Floors, Inc. Roger House today, 517-278-2420. Thursday: Lunch Fajitas ...... $6.50 brakes, and a DOT physical. Must be able to Lunch #3: 1 Bean Burrito, 1 Cheese Sparks (517) 849-7667. 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Applications 304 COMM RD., BRONSON, MI 49028 of equal or greater value. Not valid with any other specials. Available accepted thru March 5, 2020. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 4 P.M. to 8 P.M., Sat. 12 Noon to 6 PM Ala Carte items not included. PHONE 517-369-1832 Say “I Saw It In The Shopper’s Guide” ...Week Of February 11, 2020 .... Phone 279-9764 Page 7 NOTICE! John Ulrich 517-617-7587 John Garrett 517-677-3650 KEN KEETON REALTOR JoEllen Donay 269-317-8790 John J. Rakocy 616-633-6299 IS PAYING CASH Anne Gregory 419-438-5002 FOR SINGLE Faye Schlatter 260-704-1055 FAMILY HOMES. Bruce Hauska 517-617-8218 Dennis Dirschell 517-617-9882 CLOSE IN 7 DAYS. Jami Lind 269-251-4139 Anette Booth 517-617-5542 517-279-8885 Grace Roberts 517-677-4407 EMPLOYMENT OPPOR- www.hauskarealty.com TUNITY: Looking for heavy 30 W. CHICAGO STREET equipment operators, gen- COLDWATER, MI 49036 A member of NAR “the Voice for REAL ESTATE” 517-279-9500 eral labor, asphalt person- nel, asphalt paver operator, asphalt roller operator. Em- ployment to begin Spring 2020, wages based on ex- perience. Applications at 455 W Chicago St., Coldwa- ter. MANY UPDATES NEW LISTING REDUCED Cute and efficient home waiting to be yours, within BULLDOZING Completely updated 3 bedroom Burr Oak home. This HUGE POLE BARN There is huge potential in this country home. walking distance of schools & parks. This well house was completely taken down to the studs and This is quality farm ground made up of Barry Beautiful original woodwork, gorgeous fireplace maintained Bungalow features 2 bedrooms & 1 bath, *Land Clearing *Fence Rows Loam soil which has been pattern tiled. Nearly all in the living room and French doors to the master a large enclosed front porch, and is ready for you to redone last year. Beautiful kitchen, large living room *Earth Moving *Land Grading & beautiful new flooring. Move-in ready. Extremely 21.9 acres are tillable ground with the exception of bedroom. This home sits on 1.37 acres with ma- move into. Many updates include plumbing, wiring, the 140x40 pole barn. The barn has a 40x40 shop ture trees. There is a 1.5 car attached garage with roof, furnace/AC, vinyl siding and replacement win- *Driveways *Basements close to Burr Oak schools, this is the perfect family with a cement floor & power. There is good road a mudroom entrance to the house. The partially dows. 1 car detached garage with extra storage in home. New furnace, roof, insulation, plumbing and access to the tillable ground on the south side of heated 30x40 pole barn would make a great work- the full basement. FHA, RD and VA financing avail- *Ditch Cleaning *Ponds partially updated electrical. $97,000. the pole barn. $112,000. shop. New Price $79,700. able. $79,900. NAGEL BARE GROUND EXCAVATING • .3 Acre - Desirable lot in the Sauk River Forest Condominium Project. $13,000. 214 Johnson Rd. • .5 Acre - Beautiful and buildable lot located near the 12th hole of Belle Vista Golf Course. Build your dream home. $16,000. Union City, MI • .6 Acre Buildable lot with Hog Creek running through your backyard. $21,000. • .4 Acre building lot in Coldwater’s 3rd Ward close to Rec Center, Aquatic Center and 517-490-5004 schools. $24,900. • 1 Acre - Cleared and ready for your home, near North Chain of Lakes. $24,900. IRS TAX RETURN SALE: AFFORDABLE REDUCED • .7 Acre - Located in Coldwater’s 3rd Ward, this nearly .7 acre building lot is centrally Hillside Motor Sales has Welcome to this affordable and charming 3 bed- Location is the key. Down the road from Quincy situated within walking distance of schools, parks & recreational facilities in Coldwater. nearly 20 cars in stock room, 1 bath Bronson home. 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FOR SALE: Seasoned fire- 33 N. Hanchett, Coldwater, MI CHECK ENGINE LIGHT wood, 8x12 dump trailer, STORAGE 517-278-5555 unsplit $150, split $200. Call ABS LIGHT 517-677-8734, 107 UNIT SALE Copeland Rd., Coldwater, Tenant: BRAKES • WHEEL BEARINGS MI 49036. A. RUDEN - A11 Feb. 21 at 3:00 P.M. AMISH CREW ready to Reliable work for you. We have all Outdoor & More, LLC your construction needs Now known as Fair Garage covered. Call 517-227- Trustworthy Storage (F.T.S.) 9728. Sun.-Thur. 11 AM - 11 PM (kitchen closes at 10 PM) 514 Marshall Rd. Fri.-Sat. 11 AM - 12 AM (kitchen closes at 11 PM) 517-278-7015 FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Coldwater, MI 49036 517-227-9924. 517-924-1500 Lunch Specials Served Till 2 PM MONDAY: WANTED STRAW, round or DAYCARE HAS OPEN- square bales, 517-542- Asa Jay INGS: Coldwater Lake, 517- Lunch: Beef & Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Corn 3604. Timber Procurement Coordinator 617-1793. All Day Special: Pulled Beef Brisket Sandwich 517-456-5705 w/French Fries COAL: Anthracite, by the or [email protected] FOR SALE: 500+ square bag or by the ton, 517-639- TUESDAY: 430 Division St. • Clinton, Michigan bales of hay, first cut, no rain 8280. Lunch: Chicken & Biscuits, Mashed Potatoes, Peas on it, $6 a bale, take it all All Day Special: Taco Tuesday NEEDING TO PURCHASE $5.50 a bale. Gene Ren- FREE: 12x24 cabin, tear WEDNESDAY: down for lumber, no Satur- shaw, 517-549-8451. STANDING HARDWOOD TIMBER? Lunch: Hot Pork Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes, day calls, 269-753-5384. Let’s Partner Together For A Substantial Harvest NICE DOWNSTAIRS 2 Green Beans TRANSCRAFT DROP And Profit For You! BEDROOM apartment, All Day Special: Wednesday Wings DECK SEMI-TRAILER, Harvests On 10 Wooded Acres Or More $1,000 month plus security THURSDAY: 48'x102" wide, excellent SELL YOUR TIMBER MILL DIRECT deposit and electric, call Lunch: Spaghetti with Garlic Bread condition, 260-905-6120. 517-617-9443. All Day Special: $2.00 Hamburgers FRIDAY: LEE’S ROOFING & Lunch: Hot Beef Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes, Corn All Day Special: Fish Friday - Dine In Only SATURDAY: Thank you to the ladies who came out to support our HOME IMPROVEMENTS Lunch: Sloppy Teddy with Chips Quincy American Legion Auxiliary “LADIES NIGHT”! *Metal Seamed/Unseamed *Shingles Coney Dogs and Foot Longs We were blown away by the generous donations and *Flat Roofs *Also Do Siding SUNDAY: support! We are already planning our next “Ladies RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Broasted Chicken Dinner, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy Night” in September. Like us on Facebook for details. and Corn Thanks to QAL Auxiliary Member Donors: Contact Lee Swegles Phone 517-677-8310 Julie Andridge, Sharon Atkinson, Danielle Badders, Vicky [email protected] Hickock, Mary Miller, Nancy Morrell, Jen Pistilli, Kelley LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Rogers, Carol Salyers, Andee VanDyken & Michelle Winger. *Licensed & Insured* THURSDAY: Volunteers: Sue Ditton, Susan Force, Jeri Gundrum, Lisa KARAOKE 8-11 WANTED TO BUY scroll Hickock, Mandy Miller, Kim Posante & Dawn Shilling. Vendor SATURDAY: Donors: Color Street Nails - Lucy Lamson, Insight on Health RETIRED saw, 517-227-2141. - Catina Baumen, Norwex - Barb Wallen, Perfection Boutique FORMAL INVITATION DUO 6-8 - Amy Bassage, Pure Romance - Andee Vandyken, Scentsy/ HANDYMAN FOR SALE: 100 bales of SUNDAY: Tastefully Simple - Nicole Newsome. SAL Volunteers: Tim Has tools & truck. Will wheat straw, $300 takes all DENNY BICE 6-8 Wilkinson, Jeff Duvendack & Jake Gilchrest. travel. Also will haul or $3.25 a bale if sold sepa- Special THANK YOU to our Business Donors: your unwanted items. rately. Call 517-369-7138. Beauty Mark Salon & Spa - Sheena Spielbusch, Branch Painting, power washing, County Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Creations by etc. MiMi - Terri Hayes, Dairy Queen - Sue Ignasiac, Susan Frye, 269-625-0773 Gift Basket Dazzle - Marilyn Ostrander, Greentree Relief - Grand Vista Sue Ditton, Hillside Motor Sales - Debbie Lounds-Bowers, FARM LAND WANTED: Longstreet Living - Cindy Longstreet, Maytag Laundry - Family farm looking to take Assisted Living Communities Chantell Paxton, Mello Productions - Erin & Derrick Veysey, on new ground to rent, offer- Midwestern Realty - Debbie Lounds-Bowers, Michelle Miller, ing very competitive rental Pepsi - Jason Price, Quincy American Legion, Sons of the rates. Call 517-425-1750. Quincy American Legion (SAL). 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NEW YORK CITY & WASHINGTON D.C. Tuesday, June 9 - Sunday, June 14 • $939 Per Person, Double Occupancy Round trip Motor Coach from Coldwater. Overnight lodging en route to New York. 2 nights lodging in New Jersey & 2 nights lodging in the Washington DC area. 5 breakfasts, 4 dinners, touring per itinerary. Guided sightseeing in New York and Washington. Luggage handling & much more! ALASKAN CRUISE SOUTHBOUND ADVENTURE Thursday, July 23 - Saturday, August 1, 2020 • 12 Days - 28 Meals Join us on the ultimate adventure to America’s last frontier, Alaska! Cruise from Seward along the inside passage to Vancouver. Visit ports of call steeped in history, culture & tradition. Experience the natural beauty of Denali National Park and travel aboard the Alaska Railroad. Air from is included. Inside cabin $4,764 per person double occupancy. Oceanview cabin $5,264 per person double occupancy. Balcony cabin $6,534 per person double occupancy. SOUTH AFRICA HIGHLIGHTS & SAFARI Monday, September 21 - Wednesday, October 7, 2020 Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Eswatini, Zululand, Soweto & Hluhluwe National Park with extension to Victoria Falls. Round trip Air from New York (air add on local available) Touring Per Extension & Cancellation Insurance. $4,667 per person, double occupancy. NEW ENGLAND ADVENTURE October 17 - 25, 2020 • $1,275 per person AKC CORGI PUPPIES: Tri- Round trip Motor Coach from Coldwater. 3 nights lodging to & from New England. color, dew claw removed, ALGANSEE TOWNSHIP IS TAKING tails docked, current on 7 breakfasts, 5 dinners, Mystic Seaport Museum, Essex Steam Train Ride & Connecticut River SEALED BIDS FOR: Cruise. Gillette Castle, JFK Library & Museum, Historic Tour of Newport, Audio Tours of the shots and worming, call 260-760-7451. SEXTON JOB: At Fisher and Lester Cemeteries which Breakers & Marble House Mansions. Tour of Boston, Salem & Gloucester and much more! includes grave openings and foundation work. CHRISTMAS IN BRANSON, MISSOURI NICE DOWNSTAIRS 2 BEDROOM apartment, LAWN CARE: Seasonal lawn care including emptying Monday, November 16 - Saturday, November 21, 2020 • $675 per person $1,000 month plus security trash cans, fall leaf clean up of Fisher and Lester Ceme- Round trip Motor Coach from Coldwater. 5 nights lodging including 3 consecutive nights in deposit and electric, call teries, and the lawn at the Algansee Township Hall. Branson, 5 breakfasts, 3 dinners, Admission to 7 Fabulous Branson Shows, Three Evening Shows, and 1 dinner on the Showboat Branson Belle. 517-617-9443. Bidder will furnish a list of references, list of all equip- WANTED STRAW, round or ment and proof of insurance. All bids must be received JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE 40 YEARS OF TRAVEL IN 2020! square bales, 517-542- before February 27, 2020. Bids will be voted on March We are now accepting credit/debit cards on all of our tours. We want to kick off our 3604. 3, 2020 at the Algansee Township Board meeting. tours by offering $40.00 off any tour booked & deposited by 3/13/2020. All of our tours depart from Meijer in Coldwater. Tours are available to view online at: allseasons.net Send bids to: Brochures are available for pickup at the office. Anne Gary, Algansee Township Clerk HELP 145 Lakeshore Drive, Coldwater, MI 49036 All Seasons Travel • 28 W. Chicago St., Suite 1B, Coldwater, MI • (517) 279-7924 The Algansee Township Board reserves the right to re- Email: [email protected] • Website: allseasons.net WANTED Front Office ject any or all bids. THINKING OF MOVING or Bookkeeper/Receptionist FOR SALE: By owner, two CHARTER BUS TOURS. a second home in Florida, I for HVAC and plumbing bedroom ranch home, two Call for new 2020 fliers. can help. Mike Thompson, contractor. 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Over 50 Shipment New Spring HUMANE SOCIETY FUNDRAISER Purses & February 13th & 14th All Day of *FUR BABIES FUNDRAISER Wallets *COOKIE SALE Winter/Spring All proceeds go to the Humane Society of Branch County. Donations may be made by phone. Clothing Valentine’s Day Feb. 14th Let us deliver your Sweetheart their Valentine’s Surprise the 12th or 13th and we’ll to add a free balloon or chocolates! All Clothing 50% OFF Tilted Tulip Florist Gifts • Collectibles • Antiques & Home Decor 68 W. Chicago St. • Downtown Coldwater • 517-278-3734 ~ FREE GIFT WRAPPING ~ tiltedtulip.com • Find Us On Facebook Hours: M-F 10:00-5:30, Sat. 10:00-3:00 Say “I Saw It In The Shopper’s Guide” ...Week Of February 11, 2020 .... Phone 279-9764 Page 13 Obituaries OBITUARY OBITUARY OBITUARY Elwin Earl Barry E. Hoyt Elwin J. VanHoosear Barry E. Hoyt, 77, of Coldwa- Elwin J. Van Hoosear, 88, of Algansee, passed away Thursday, “Bud” Holtz ter, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2020 at home. He was born October 10, 1931 in Al- February 4, 2020 at Parkview gansee to Marion and Lucene (Batterson) Van Hoosear. On June Regional Medical Center in Ft. 17, 1956 he married Evelyn (Walter) and she survives. Elwin at- Mable Alice Wayne, IN. tended Quincy Community Schools where he graduated as the A celebration of Barry's life Valedictorian, class of 1949. He went on to serve his country in (Denney) Holtz was held at 11:00 AM on Tues- the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. day, February 11, 2020 at Elwin was a member of the Farm Bureau for many years. He was Lighthouse Funeral & Crema- active in churches his whole life where he had the opportunity to tion in Union City. Burial l fol- design and help build East Algansee Baptist Church. Elwin was a lowed at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, very patriotic man and would root for the Air Force no matter who February 11, 2020 at Fort they played. Custer National Cemetery in Surviving besides his wife, Evelyn are two daughters, Eileen Augusta. Visitation was held (Gordon) Stroble of Quincy and Susan (Rick) Koster of Byron from 5:00-8:00 PM on Mon- Center; two sons, Gene (Sheri) Van Hoosear of Maumee, OH and day, February 10, 2020, also at Paul (Kelly) Van Hoosear of Reading; exchange student, Myriam Lighthouse in Union City. Yanez of Antofagasta, Chile; 11 grandchildren and 20 great grand- children. Barry was born on May 10, 1942 in Charlotte, MI to Elmer and He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, James Van Katheryn (Willis) Hoyt. He attended and graduated from Char- Hoosear and one sister, Velma Estlow. lotte High School. On May 7, 1966, he married the former Donna Funeral services for Elwin J. Van Hoosear were held Tuesday, Withrow, who survives. Barry served in the U.S. Air Force during February 11, 2020 at 11 A.M. at the Eagle Funeral Home-George the Vietnam War. He was later employed with the U.S. Army Na- White Chapel in Quincy with Reverend Bradley Belcher officiat- tional Guard, where he worked with computers and attained the ing. Interment followed, with Military Honor’s, at Fisher Hill Elwin Earl “Bud” Holtz, and Mable Alice (Denney) Holtz both rank of Staff Sergeant, retiring with 20 years military service. Cemetery. Visitation was Monday, February 10, 2020 from 5-8 passed away peacefully just 10 ½ hours apart at the family home Outside of work, Barry enjoyed traveling and engaged in many P.M. and again on Tuesday from 10 A.M. until the time of serv- in Fulton. outdoor pursuits, including snowmobiling, camping and fishing. ice. Elwin died Tuesday evening, Feb. 4, 2020 at the age of 92. He He was a member of the American Legion and enjoyed visiting was born in Scotts, MI on June 24, 1927 the son of the late Earl many different posts. Lewis and Melva Mae (Wilcox) Holtz and was a fourth genera- In addition to his wife, Donna, Barry is survived by his children, WANTED: Standing timber, SHORT ON CASH? Shop- tion, life-long resident of Wakeshma Township. He attended Tara (Mike) Powell of Union City, Theresa Mohrhardt of Burling- top Michigan lumber manu- pers Guide delivery routes Athens area schools and served in the U.S. Army Corps of En- ton, Robert (Robin) Hoyt of Quincy and Daniel Hoyt of Water- facturer seeking landowners now available. Work 1 day a gineers during the Korean War. He worked at the Lee Paper Mill, vliet; a brother, David Hoyt of Charlotte; six grandchildren, three with 25 or more mature week, no collections, perfect Oliver Aviation, Kalamazoo Stove Company, and Checker Mo- great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was pre- hardwood trees to sell. qual- for retirees. Stop in today tors. He was a successful farmer and careful steward of the soil. ceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Gary Hoyt and Rod- ityhardwoodsinc. com. 517- and fill out an application, He enjoyed sports, and played on a very successful Leonidas ney Hoyt; and his son-in-law, Jeffrey Mohrhardt. 566-8061. 57 S. Monroe St., Coldwa- Softball team. He was a fan of the Detroit Tigers and the Detroit Memorial donation are suggested to the Battle Creek VA Med- ter, Michigan. Lions. ical Center Homeless Veterans Program Fund. NEW AND REBUILT LITCHFIELD LOCKER Mable died early Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020 at the age of 88. Please visit www.lighthousefuneral.com to share memories, pic- TRACTOR PARTS: Buyers STORAGE, 517-542-3869, She was born in Mendon Township on March 5, 1931 the daugh- tures and videos with the family. of rough, burnt or wrecked featuring mini storage; golf ter of the late Frederick and Goldie Mae (De Hoff) Denney. She tractors. Sumner Tractor, Pi- carts; motorcycles; cars; graduated from Colon High School, attended Michigan State oneer, Ohio, 419-459-4538. RV’s; boats; industrial. University, and earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees EXCAVATING, SITE USED DRYER, still under from Western Michigan University. She taught eleven years in WORK. M. W. Burns, 517- warranty, call Dan at 517- one-room schools, and for 19 years at Union City Schools. She 542-3869. 736-4863. Celebrating Valentine’s had also worked at Lamb Knit, Sutherland Paper Company, Friday, Feb 14th & Saturday, Feb 15th Burgess Seeds, and the Haas Corporation. She was first and fore- Open at 4pm • Walk-Ins Available or Call Ahead most a dedicated teacher and worked tirelessly on the family NIGHTS OF OLUMBUS farm. K C BRONSON COUNCIL NO. 2924 Please join us for our wonderful Seafood Mable and Elwin were married in 1953 and they enjoyed their 128 N. Matteson St., Bronson, MI 66 years together. 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