25C Volume 11, Issue 33 Serving Lowell Area Readers Since Wednesday, July 1, 1987 State's 150th celebrated here The Sesquicentennial celebra- tion got off to a windy start on Saturday morning with the J parade at 11:00 a.m. The Lowell Area Arts Council recruited addi- tional riders to hold down parts of the float that threatened to fly away, and the Historical Society float skirt had to be stapled back FIREWORKS IN LOWELL ON THE FOURTH!!! on as the parade moved down Main Street. The Lowell Chamber of Commerce will again stage a Fourth The wind drove most booths of July fireworks display at Recreation Pari The show will begin into the Foreman Building at rec- at dusk Chairman of the project, Bob Pfaller says the best viewing reation Park, where flea markets, will be south of the 4-H bams. West Shore Fireworks of Muskegon crafts and food were available. will handle the pyrotechnics. A popcorn wagon, the FMB State Savings ice cream wagon FOURTH OF JULY INFORMATION and the Lowell Woman's Club hot dog booth braved the wind With the Fourth of July holiday falling on a Saturday this year, and cold outside. I mnuKi JfUnmm some schedules may be a bit confusing. We'll attempt to clear The YMCA conducted several things up. Lowell City Hall will be closed July 3, 4 and 5. FMB contests at all age levels, giving State Savings Bank will be closed July 4 and 5. The Lowell Post out first prize watermelons. Office will be closed July 4 and 5. Alt wood Corporation will be Eager contestants spat waterme- closed July 3,4.5 and 6. Root Lowell will be closed July 3,4 and lon seeds - the 'Iwdy English" 5. Most retailers will be closed all day on the fourth and Sunday was noteworthy - and threw roll- if they are normally closed on that day. The Lowell Car Dealers ing pins, but the hit of the day will be closed on Saturday, but will remain open on both Friday was the frog jumping contest. and Monday with split shifts. Once the "drivers" managed to Emma KropfHerron and several members of her original court from the 1931 Lowell Centennial If you weren't confused before this, we're sure you arc now. hold their frogs on the starting rode in Saturday's in a handsome horse drawn carriage. Look for an entire page of photos from Have a safe and happy Fourth of July! line, the signal was given. One Saturday's page 18. little fellow never moved, others LOWELL SESQUICENTENNIAL EVENTS TO BE SHOWN responded indifferently to the Hair Fashions, and Connie Senior Citizens performing as numbers on the guitar, flute, and ON CABLE noise, but the winner moved Stencel, owner of Lowell Family "The Unique Washtub Tho" and vocals, with some original tunes along smartly, no doubt because Hair Styling. composed of Rosie Kuempel, and blues numbers. The Lowell Sesquicentennial Parade and celebration of June 27 his driver stamped the ground The Eastern Star awarded rib- who played several homemade Third place was awarded to a will be shown on LCTV Channel 2 on Tbesday June 30, at 10 just behind him if he hesitated! bons to three women in the Best instrucments; Clyde Kuempel, young tapdancer, Mark A.M., Wednesday, July 1 at 12noonandThursday, July 2at7P.M. YMCA games prize-winners Costume Contest: 1st - Hazel banjo; both of Hastings; and Fern McManus of Grand Rapids who are as follows: SEED SPIT- Tanner, in blue gingham and flo- Tischer of Lake Odessa at the did a tap dance number to "Fabul- TING: 1st, Dave Rogers; 2nd, wered hat; 2nd, Marg Snyder, in piano. They were crowd-pleasers ous Feet". WOMEN'S SLO PITCH Kris Stremler; 3rd, Boby Saylor, frilly matching gown and bon- and said that they play at many An enjoyable and fun even- FROG JUMPING: 1st, Chad net; 3rd - Priscilla Lussmyer, in Senior Citizen events and nurs- ing, reminiscent of the ^old Women's Slo Pitch softball tournament Class C and under, Uzarski; tied for 2nd, Anderson housewife's dress, apron and ing homes in the area. days" when the Showboat Round Robin, will be held July 11 and 12 in Freeport. Entry fee and Koteski. HUSBAND CAL- mobcap. Second Place was awarded to Amateur Nights were held at the is $100. For more information, contact Rich Kunde (616) 765- LING: 1st, Andi Koteski, Mike The Showboat Talent Night two young men from Grand Showboat docks and the boat lit Anderson; 2nd, Kathi Anderson, up for "atmosphere". 5338. had a nice turnout of 26 acts and Rapids performing as "Shadow- Kevin Strembler; 3rd, Carri a good crowd at the Showboat cat", a musical duo. Larry Bar- Altogether a fun day, in spite OFF THE BLOTTER Landers, Bobby Saylor; Tracy Amphitheatre dock. The contest ton and Dave Ward are Aquinas of cold wind and occasional Anderson and Jason Koteski. winners were: First - Three College students and offered drops of rain. Laurie Lawrence, 35, of Holly Michigan, made an improper ROLLING PIN THROW: 6 yrs. turn off Main Street near Hudson, Thursday, June 25, into the and under, 1st: Matt Saylor; 2nd, path of a car driven by Kimberly Hoseth, 36, of Lowell resulting Danny Landis; 3rd, Ben Hodges; 7-12 years, 1st, Kevin Stremler, The Lowell Rotary Club in a property damage accident Arrested and taken to the Kent County Jail for driving under 2nd. Kathie Anderson; 3rd. Mike the influence of alcohol, second offense was, John DeHaan, 65, Anderson, Adults: 1st. Dave Ro- of Lowell. gers; 2nd. David Saylor; 3rd. Jim Involved in a 3 car accident at the CSX railroad crossing on Maatman. Volleyball was cancel- installs 1987-88 officers Main Street, Friday evening, June 26 was Mayoma Dawson, 64, led due to the weather and lack of Lowell, Jean Johnston. 47, of Lowell who was injured and Kurt of enough players. Blasher, 23, of Belding who caused the accident by striking The Lowell Area Arts Council Johnston's car from behind. had a glue-in (wood pieces) and Injured and taken to Ionia Hospital early Sunday morning, June paint-in (faces). Some intrepid 28, was Peter Fineis, 23, of Lyons when his car was struck by a souls offered a free swim. swam. car driven by Scott Brown, 26, of Grand Rapids, when Brown The Blough Builders, sponsors failed to stop at Jackson and Main Street. of the "Brush Contest" - Mus- Involved in a minor property damage accident on West Main taches and Beards, awarded near West Street, Saturday, June 27, were Jeannetta Carter, 37, many fancy trophies for the fol- of Clarksville, when her car struck a vehicle driven by Monica lowing classifications; Hand- Johnson, 18, of Lowell who failed to yield at the intersection. lebar Mustaches: 1st - Jon Terance Garchow of Lowell reported to police Sunday that his Schwacha of Lowell; 2nd, Art pick-up truck had been struck by a hit and run vehicle while parked Snyder of Lowell, 3rd - Dick on Main Street early Sunday the 28th. Crissman of Caledonia. Abe Lin- Ricky Scott, 28, of Saranac, was issued an appearance ticket coln Beard: 1st - Duane Lambert for unlawful entry into a residence Sunday evening, June 28, by of Lowell; 2nd John Crissman Lowell officers. of Alto; 3rd Howard Burton of Lowell. Longest Beard: 1st - i Issued an appearance citation for consuming alcohol in a public place. Tuesday, June 23, was Robert Morris. 26, of Lowell. Clint Thomas of Lowell; 2nd - Charles Winfield, 25, of Grand Rapids was unable to stop in David Powell of Lowell; 3rd - time and struck the rear of a truck driven by Eric English, 20, Lou D'Agostino of Lowell. Thic- also of Grand Rapids with his truck at Main and Hudson Street. kest Beard: 1st - Mayor James Maatman; 2nd - Jay Van- Tuesday, June 23. No injuries were reported. Spared from injury Monday afternoon, June 22, was a 16 year Antwerp. Ivan Blough wishes to thank the judges: Marilyn Daw- old from Ada when the moped cycle she was driving was backed son of Man's World Hair Styling; into by Dennis Kissenger, 34, of Lowell on Broadway near Jerri Bryant, owner of Vanity The Lowell Rotary Club installed its new slate of officers for 1987-88 at their annual pknk Chatham. held each year at the Fallasburg Park pavillion. In the back row are Board Members Dr. Paul t Injured in an accident. May 31, on Main near West Street were PRECISION & FASHION Gauthier, Herb Haines. Dr. James Lang and Jim Hodges; Sergeant-at-Arms Dick Bryan, Secret- Michael Ketchum, 20, of Lowell and his passenger Phyllis Beach- HAIRSTYUNG - For both ary Roger Roberts, Second Vice President Jerry Patton and Treasuer Jerry Hale. In the front ler, 19, also of Lowell, when the pickup truck they were driving men and women. Man's World raw are Outgoing President Brian Doyle, President Jim Speerstra and First Vice President Roger t stmck another in the rear, driven by Dale Erickson, 19, of Lowell. Halratyling. Phone 897-8102. Brown. The Lowdl Ledger • Wednesday. July 1, 1987 • Page 2 Obituaries Coming Eventa s The Lowdl Ledger • Wednesday. July lv 1987 • Page 3 grandchildren; 23 great grand- Home. Memorials may be made MERRIMAN - Erwin W. Mem- day afternoon. June 22, 1987 at NoUcm In th# Ladgw i call 897-8434. Everyone wel- Roth. Program: White 243-9050. Ages 3-9 years WED., JULY 15: Lowell Gar- Fox's Mill and Settlement. children; five great-great grand- to the First Congregational man. 80. of Lowell, passed away the age of 60.