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11 Graduating seniors from 6 county schools pictured this* week—See Section B Michigan Week

114th 15 cents How do you value farmland?

By LOWELL G. RINKER to be subdivided without a sewer system, as Mr some of the land in this area. County News Editor Nelson would have us believe. (The assessments "When development starts, it will come faster are) unfair to owners having to sell at a low than anybody thought possible." VALLEY FARMS—Should farmland be valued figure because of the lack of demand." Noting that DeWitt Township is the least de­ for its agricultural value, or for its marketable Nelson feels differently. The Looking Glass veloped of any township within a 10-mlle radius value? River and US-27 areas received the largest in- of downtown Lansing, Nelson has, been placing That's essentially the basic question which has higher values on properties in some parts of the embroiled DeWitt Township in a tax assessment township where he feels residential growth is hassle and which has its supervisor-assessor up Further comment coming. His opponents charge that this is a job before the voters in a recall election next Monday, The principal figures in the assess­ for the planning commission and the zoning com­ Supervisor Reginald Nelson says farmland ment hassle comment on the situation in mission. Nelson says the demand is present, and BOYS CLUB WINS LAKE TROPHY should be valued at its market value for whatever letters to the editor on Page 18-B and that increases the value. The Lester Lake Traveling Trophy, a Michigan Week award for out­ price it would sell for. His opponents, mostly 19-B. "Land is worth what it sells for today, with standing contribution to the community, is being awarded this year to farmers but also other residents, think farmland whatever improvements are there,"hesald.*When is to be valued for its worth as agricultural creases in assessments this year because Nelson the sales indicate the land is selling for $1,600 the Clinton County Boys Club, which sponsors the Golden Gloves pro­ land only. said he figures those areas are susceptible to to $2,000 an acre in some of these area, we have gram here. The announcement was made Monday evening by Ron Huard The values are-quite different, and that's growth in the near future, "if not already in the no choice but to figure that that is the value. We where the rub has come in. _^ planning stages on some of the purchaser's plan­ can't start discounting from what they paid for it (left), county Michigan Week chairman, who shows the trophy to officers "We feel these assessments, based on sub­ ning departments—not ours but theirs, the fact it doesn't have sanitary sewer." of the club, Wayne Beaufore, Ed Schmitt, Dan Salazar and Mick Droste. divided values, on 4,500 acres in DeWitt Township "... This land is very much in demand. Nelson has been calculating the value of land The trophy will be engraved for formal presentation later. are unfair, unjust and premature by 10 years," Interest rates are the only thing keeping it from according to what is usable. If a farm sells George Baird, chairman of the Citizens for Equal being developed at a very fast rate. I think for $600 an acre and half of it is in a floodplain, Taxation Committee, charged. that when our sanitary sewer system is in operation, then only the other half is usable most of the time, "There isn't the demand for this much land it will even increase the rate of development of [Story continued on Page 12-A) Recall • • • • • • • • • • • • election Monday ScHOOlS BOSG 111111(106 VALLEY FARMS - Township ^# Supervisor Reginald Nelson may or may not be In office after next ;•«• Monday; 'depending on the out­ come of a special recall election. The election will be held Mon­ day from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the five regular polling places In requests on assumptions DeWitt Township. Petitioners last month asked for Nelson's recall, charging that The opening of the new high Syfty&W&y^^ bill doesn't provide as much as he, "acting in his capacity as school and the implementation of they figure it will now, the new supervisor of DeWitt Township, a full Junior high program are on request could be higher. If the has arbitrarily and unfairly the line at the June 9 millage Preliminary allocation allocation board cuts the school assessed properties withinDe- election In the St. Johns School allocation, the new request could Witt Township beyond a reason­ District. be higher. If the allocation is able rate and without the use of The school board is asking for gives schools more higher, the request at the second sound judgment." 14.5 mills worth of extra voted election could be less. It's still A group called the "Citizens a toss-up. * millage for a two-year span — The Clinton County Allocation Board announced its pre­ for Reginald E. Nelson Com­ 1.7 mills more than the 12.8 The school board's presenfre- mittee" has requested, and b,een liminary allocation Monday night, giving 8 mills to the school «x MICHIGAN WEEK AT FOWLER HIGH SCHOOL mills that expired this year. districts of the county, 5.85 mills to the school, 1 mill to quest for 14,5 mills already^ in­ granted, authorization for chal­ With the extra millage, school volves one cut because of costs. lengers at the election. Eileen the townships, and .15 mill to the intermediate school dis­ Michigan Week at Fowler High School Is being marked by a number of officials figure they can carry out trict. Elementary physical education Corr will be the challenger in the basic same educational pro­ for grades two through six will student exhibits on display In the library. Chris Simmon, left, and Luke precinct 1, Vivian Klasko in pre­ The preliminary allocation gives the school districts more be eliminated next year, saving gram offered this year plus make than their 7,717 mills last year. On the contrary, the county Koenigsknecht look over a model fort. A replica of the Mackinac Bridge cinct 2, Rhoda Kzeski in precinct the high school and junior high the cost of 31/2 teachers. Several 3, Karen Williams in precinct 4 share is down from the previous 6,113 mills and the inter­ other cuts are being considered, is shown in the foreground. The displays, all-created by students, will improvements. mediate school district is reduced from last years' ,17 and Donna Beebe in precinct S. Without the millage - it's all too* — not replacing the third be on exhibition throughout the week. mill. counselor in the high school,; not one 14.5-mill package now — the A final hearing on the allocation will be held at 1:30 opening of any school next year replacing the string teacher," and p.m, Tuesday, May 27, in the circuit courtroom at the court­ not hiring a junior high counselor. would be doubtful. School of­ house. ficials, not at all sure about the So far the school board is re­ chances of the millage issue this luctant to cut any of those three, time, have only one safely valve but they may have to. —another millage election some­ ticipates about a $2 million in­ based on Gov. Milliken's pro­ Supt. Lancaster reacted last time before school starts should crease, which would bring the posal.) - , week to oft-heard charges 'that the one June 9 fail. "" valuation up. to around $47 money is being wasted.."We Some adjustment in the millage million. Based on last year's tax *IF THE FIRST MILLAGE haven't been throwing our moh^y figure asked could be made at the rate, that could produce about election fails, the school board away," he replied. "State studies second election, but it is not $41,000 extra. But that isn't a definitely will come back with last year showed we were JOfii certain yet whether it would have solid figure yet. another request. If the state aid (Slory continued on Page 4-Aj * to be higher or could be lower. *Gov. William Milliken's Too many things are still up in school aid bill before the House the air at this time, school of­ of Representatives would provide ficials point out. the schools with about $30 more Millage undecided per child, orabout$150,500more *FOR ONE THING, they don't in state aid next year than this know how much allocated millage year. This figure is based on an in 2 areas will be> available from the county. expected enrollment next year They're asking for more than the of 3,950 students, which is an School operating millage is a the district is at stake. The 14.5 7.717 mills allocated last year, •up-in-the-air" figure, too. question coming up in the dis­ mill request is for two years. but they're basing their present *A portion of the school aid tricts of the county June 11, but Ovid-Elsie voters will be asked calculations on the same millage, bill raises the necessary millage some of the districts haven't an­ to renew a 14-mill levy which and they could get even less , raised locally to 14 mills for a nounced what millage figure they Supt. Robert Beauchamp says millage depending on the decision district to be eligible to receive will be seeking. would not allow any new pro­ of the county allocation board. any state aid at all/This year the The Fowler School Board is grams to be added. "Hopefully we FOWLER MAYOR EXCHANGE DAY *If the allocated millage stays limit was i0. School districts can scheduled to make their decision won't have to cut any, either," he the same, there's another vari­ get a portion of state aid if they on millage Thursday night. A12.5 said. Mayor Exchange Day in Fowler was capped with a dinner at Fowler High School Monday for village able pertaining to local taxation- levy 11 1/2 mills. mill extra levy expires this year, district valuation. The assessed Pewamo-Westphalia board mem­ The Bath School District will official's and visiting municipal dignitaries from Schoolcraft. Holding the key to the Village of Fowler If proposed millage issues are vote on a two-year millage plan. value of each township is known, turned down June 9 and again bers haven't yet announced the is Schoolcraft- Mayor Roger Gilchrist, whose mayoralty seat was filled Monday by John Spicer, Fowler but the assessed value of the figure they will be asking for; a A six-mill extra voted levy ex­ later in the summer, St. Johns pires this year, and the school village president. Immediately to the right of Gilchrist is Blaine Douglas, chairman of the Mayor Ex­ school district portions of each would have only its allocated 10-mill levy expires this year. township hasn't been calculated The St. Johns School Board de­ board is asking that the same change Day program. Other village officals and visitors in the photo are, left to right, John Rademacher millage to work on — about amount ,be renewed for two years. yet. Supt. Earl Lancaster an- $361,900. Considering the school cided May 7 to ask the voters ftfr village treasurer Bob Halfmann, councilman; Mark Fox, clerk; Dr William Jordan, councilman; John budget for next year is proposed 14.5 mills" this year, an Increase An 8.5 mill levy expires this Klein; Clare Snyder; Gilchrist; Bob Petit/ Gerald Scott, councilman from Schoolcraft; Douglas; Earl HOMEMADE ICE CREAM at $2,553,791, there wouldn't be of 1.7 mills over the 12.8 that ex­ year at DeWitt, and the DeWitt enough money In the coffers to pires this year. The opening of School Board is asking for voter Frechen, assessor; and Carl Koenigsknecht, master of ceremonies. The dinner wrapped up a day of Social, Wednesday, May 28, 5:30 P.m. Hot Dogs, sloppy joes, pie, open the doors. the high school and the consoli­ approval of a 10-mill levy for touring the village and surrounding area and comparing the two communities. A social hour at the cake. West Pilgrim United Meth­ (The schools are, figuring on dating of a junior high program next year. It will be a one-year Knights of Columbus Hall preceded the dinner. odist Church, 3-2 $1,165,500 in state aid nextyear, that is now scattered throughout issue. Page 2 A CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Wednesday, May 21, 1969 4 districts have school Landfill Bath church Rinker now open to celebrate to resign board competition June 9 centennial The Bath United Methodist School voters In several dis­ Lawrence A. Phinney of 3275 E. Craig expire this year, and they 6 days Church is observing its cen­ as editor tricts In Clinton County will have Price Road and Jerry L. Stone of are not candidates. tennial year with a fellowship some decisions to make June 9 810 E. Baldwin. Only one seat on John Sinicropi and Lunsford St. Johns' sanitary landfill hour on Saturday, June 7, from 6 Lowell G. Rinker, editor of the about who their school board the board of education Is up for Melvin are both candidates for a north of town is now open six days 'til 7 p.m. with a banquet to Clinton County News since Sep­ members will be. There Is com­ grabs this year. two-year unexpired term on the a week. follow. tember 1965, will resign in mid- petition for vacancies in the St. Ovid-Elsie has competition for Ovid-Elsie School Board, created The new schedule went into ef­ All former ministers are in­ June to accept a similar position Johns, Ovid-Elsie, Bath and De- three vacancies. Election to two by the resignation of Robert fect last week under the operation vited to attend as well as all with the Hart Journal In Oceana Witt. four-year terms on the school Baese. of the K & H Refuse Service of former members and friends of County. At. St. Johns, Incumbent Donald board is being sought by three In the Pewamo-Westphalia Owosso. Keith Canf leld, owner of the parish. On Sunday morning, The Journal, a county-seat I. Bast of R-l is seeking re­ people—Joe Mlchutka, Glenn School District, the election of the service, will have the landfill June 8, the-morning worship will weekly of about 2,900 circula­ election for a four-year term, Webster and Mrs Mary Kurka. school board members will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. week­ be Informal with the guests tion, Is the launching pad of but he will get competition from Terms of Andrew Cobb and Don rather uneventful. Terms of days and 8 a.m, to 5 p.m. on sharing their experiences while Rinker's journalistic career,! Gerald J. Thelen, Charles A. Saturdays. It will be closed on at Bath. The service will begin since he started there as a I Hengesbach and Ronald Schafer Sundays and holidays. at 10 a.m. printer's devil in his high school expire this year, and they are all City officials emphasized that freshman year. Hart is his home NORMAN KETCHUM Members of the church are town and his mother lives there LOWELL G. RINKER KUBICA PLUMBING candidates for reelection. They the landfill is for the exclusive opening their homes to out-of- are theonlycandidates.Schafer's Issac Norman Ketchum has use of residents of the city. All now. been re-elected commander of town guests wishing to stay over cees since early 1965 and is a petition is for a one-year un­ persons using the landfill will be the weekend. Anyone who has Rinker said the move is the the Veterans of Foreign Wars required to show a driver's first step in a plan to someday past external vice president. He and HEATING expired term, while Thelen and interesting pictures, informa­ Is also a past member of Rotary, Hengesbach are running for four- Post 4113, St. Johns. A potluck license as proof or residency. purchase the Journal, although dinner was held at 6:30 p.m. on tion, or other items toshar e about having to give that up because of year terms. The city is paying Canfield the history of the church are for the present he will be work­ May 15, at the VFW Hall and Mr ing for Publisher Jack Corbin. a conflict between the meeting LICENSED MASTER PLUMBER Fowler's situation is about the $1,400 per month for equipment urged to contact Mrs Abbot Nel­ date and publication deadline. and Mrs Herb Estes were in­ and $1,000 per month for labor to His duties will involve editorial same. Incumbents Linus Pohl and son, Box 125, Bath, Mich. 48808. His wife, Ann, has been active JERRY KUBICA OWNER & OPERATOR Mrs Ellen Spicer are candidates stalling officers. operate the landfill on the six- and advertising work and general day-a-week basis. The landfill authority over the front office. in the Jaycettes and was elected for reelection to four-year their president for 1969-70, a If you are planning a new heating system terms, and they are the only has been open only Mondays, The newspaper Is printed by Thursdays and Saturday morn­ letterpress. position she has now resigned. this summer, contact Jerry Kubica to have candidates. Police Chief Filler facts The Rinkers were also secre­ Bath and DeWitt school boards ings for the past couple of years Rinker has been a resident of under the city's austerity budget. So great is the variety of Michi­ St. Johns almost exactly five taries of the new Hub Caps camp­ the system engineered, designed and laid both have contests this year. ing group. Harry Wick, M. Edward Pruetz issues warning gan foods that _ Michigan comes years. He and his family came out properly. closer to setting' the family table here in June 1964 from Farming- Mr and Mrs Rinker live at 303 and incumbent Lloyd Ballard are The world's largest limestone completely—breakfast, lunch and S. Traver. They have two daugh­ seeking election to twofour-year A lavatory in the boys' rest ton, 111. He was promoted to room at Rodney B. Wilson High quarry is located at Rogers City. dinner—than any other state. associate editor of the County ters, Kathleen, 8, and Randee, 5. FREE ESTIMATES terms at DeWitt. In the Bath dis­ Rinker graduated from Hart trict, incumbent Bruce Fletcher School was damaged beyond re­ News in December 1964 and be­ pair last Thursday,Mayl5,while came editor in September 1965 High School in 1957 and majored is seeking reelection to a four- in Journalism at Bradley Uni­ year term over competition from students were on their lunch when Ink White sold the news­ hour. paper to the present owners. versity In Peoria, 111. He worked challengers William Fouch and for the Peoria Journal Star on Keith Collister. According to Police Chief The paper has won a number ELECTION NOTICE Everett Glazier, either a cherry of awards during the past five two occasions for a total of about bomb or fire cracker was used. years in competition with other two years, in between serving as Economy Qain He has issued a warning to the Michigan newspapers, including editor of the weekly Farmington, 111., Bugle for two years. Ahead of Nation public that anyone caught using first places in use of pictures To the qualified electors of the City of either of the two devices will be and typography and third places Economic gains in Michigan out­ subject to immediate arrest. in news reporting. The paper won St. Johns, County of Clinton, Notice is paced the national economy in the "general excellence" award Arnica Club donates hereby given than an Advisory Election 1968, the Michigan Department of in 1966. Commerce reports in its economic Pat Courser wins to cancer fund will be held in the City of St. Johns in review of the year past. Patricia Courser, daughter of THE 29-YEAR OLD newsman the County of Clinton and State of Mich­ Michigan citizens' personal in­ Mr and Mrs Bruce Courser of has been a member of the Jay- MAPLE RAPIDS —The regular come jumped 10.3 percent as R-4, St. Johns, has been notified meeting of the Arnica Club was igan, on July 15, 1969 from 7:00 o'clock opposed to 5 percent the previous she will receive a $600 scholar­ held Tuesday evening, May 6, at in the forenoon until 8:00 o'clock in the year. ship to Lansing Business Uni­ Burnett involved the home of Evelyn Underwoods versity. The scholarship is one with, Arlyne Carr as co-hostess. afternoon, Eastern Standard Time, to Gross state product is estimated 1 at $40 billion, a sharp 11.1 percent of 160 offered by the Michigan in 'biggest deal The treasurer reported the vote on the following proposition: higher than 1967. Grosse national Business Schools Assn. club donated $25 to the Cancer product rose only 8.9 percent in the Leo Burnett, a native of St. Society. Johns, is ivolved in the largest "Shall the City Commission of the same period. ' The club voted to send boxes CLINTON deal in advertising agency his­ to all servicemen from the Maple City of St. Johns adopt a City Income Upper Michigan's economy in VFW TO SELL BUDDY POPPIES tory. 1969 is expected to receive a COUNTY NEWS Rapids area who are stationed Tax as provided for by Act No. 284 healthy assist from the January Mayor Robert Wood of St. Johns buys the The Leo Burnett Co. of Chi­ overseas, and a committee was 1st reduction in Mackinac Bridge Rollin A. Huard Publisher cago, which he founded, Is ne­ appointed for the project. Mem­ of Public Acts of 1964 as amended?" fares which were slashed 60 per­ Lowell G Rinker Editor first poppy sold this year from Ed. Schmitt chair­ gotiating purchase of London bers were asked to bring sug­ Wayne G. Gossett .... Adv. Mgr. Press Exchange, which billed gestions to the June meeting for Yes No cent. Auto fares alone were re­ John W. Hannah .. Printing Supt. man of this year's VFW poppy sale. Funds re­ duced from $3.75 to $1.50; trucks $85,000,000 last year and is one a summer club trip to be held Second class postage paid at St. ceived from Buddy Poppies are used to help dis­ of England's largest agencies. and other vehicles also benefited Johns, Mich this summer. Pat Partee will from a substantial reduction in toll Published Wednesdays at 120 E Walk­ abled American veterans and their families Addition of the billings will host the meeting and her co- rates. er Street, St. Johns, by Clinton County lift Leo Burnett Co. to the rank hostess will be Evelyn Stead. THOMAS L. HUNDLEY News, Inc. in the^^ommunity. The poppy sale will be held Subscription price by mail' In Michi­ of fifth largest agency in the Roll call was answered by Michigan's rivers and streams gan, $5 for one year, $9 for two ^Waf 22^23, and 24 in the downtown area of world with annual billings of Mother's Day poems. Fifteen >t City Clerk years, S3 75 for six months, $2 for would reach one and a half times three months; outside-Mlchigan, St. Johns, $375,000,000. members were present. around the world. for one year.

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A Boy Scout camporee is aplace where men and boys get together and sort of squeeze the generation gap a little narrower. A Boy Scout camporee is a place where kids eat with real gusto from a tin plate huddled under a tent out of the rain what they wouldn't like at home off mom's tasty kitchen range. A Boy Scout camporee is aplace where an adult can eat 14 soupy biscuits "baked" by the boys over an open fire in the heat of competition, grin and bear it and not get sick. A Boy Scout camporee is giving and getting, sharing and giving up, learning and teaching — all in the great outdoors where it'all seems to make more sense, somehow. A Boy Scout camporee is aplace where the boy who can't be dragged out of bed at home rolls out at 4:30 a.m., wakes up the whole camp and somehow gets away with it. Troop 71 of St. Johns had beef stew for A Boy Scout camporee is a grand lunch Saturday at the camporee. Scout­ experience. master John Williams supervised the prepar­ Boys of Troop 77 at DeWitt start to lash a pole to one of two trees to ations, thickening and thtn thinning the make a place to hang their American flag and troop pennant at the camp­ mixture to make sure all 24 boys with the troop had enough to eat. oree.

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News note: The Chippewa District of the Chief Okemos Council of Boy Scouts of America held their spring camporee last weekend at Cains •"•'mneion south of Port­ land. Some 230 boyc fror. most all of the Scout troops In the district atte.. 'edthecamp- out in the woods Friday, Saturday and Sun­ day. It was one of the biggest in district history. The district includes all of Clinton County and Portland and Danby townships in Ionia County,

This is the "alligator pit, " one of the competition events where the boy on the poles had to walk his stilts over a selected course, with help from other boys manning four ropes. If he stepped off, or the device One of the competition events at the camporee was to see how fast a fell over, the boy fell into an "alligator pit." It was probably the most tent could be set up by a patrol, with ail ropes Hitched and knotted prop­ fun, and sometimes the most frustrating, of the competition events. erly. As one patrol works, others look on and learn so they can do it faster.

stret Huddled under a lean-to, Scouts from Troop 81 of St. Johns waif our a drippy.rain and a camp Vent, rr»u inspection and get some tips on tying a taut line hitch from Scoutmaster Jerry Atkinson.

1 CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Wednesday, May 21, 1969 Millage Cobb waiting out > 'conflict' opinion based oh District 1 Supervisor Andrew assumptions ? Cobb said he questioned the at­ Cobb of Elsie says he s going to torney general's office last fall Continued from Page 1-A sit tight In his about-to-expire prior to his taking office as a seat on the Ovid-Elsie Area county supervisor, since he was from the bottom in all the dis­ Schools Board of Education concerned about the possible tricts of the state In the amount despite a state attorney general's "conflict of Interest" in the school of money spent per child for NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING opinion that there's a conflict of and county jobs. He said he was education, and we haven't im­ interest in his two jobs, sent a 13-page list of rulings on proved much in the ranking this positions in which there would be year." CITY COMMISSION Cobb's elective term on the a conflict, 'but school board Lancaster said that 83 per cent school board expires in a couple members were not included," he of a school's costs directly in­ of weeks; he's not a candidate for said. volve people and to reduce costs City of St. Johns reelection In the June 9 school drastically involves reducing voting. COBB, WHO REPRESENTS staff and cutting out services. \ He said he plans to attend next Duplaln and Greenbush Town­ "We think this 14/5 mill request Notice is hereby given that the City Commission Monday, night's school board ships on the Clinton County Board is pretty conservative.Ifyoustop of the City of St. Johns will hold a Public Hearing meeting and said he doubts there of Supervisors, said he would to consider that the widely ac­ will be any move to appoint some­ have resigned from the school cepted rule is that 50 per cent of to hear all interested persons concerning the pro­ one else to fill out the term, board last fall if he had been told school operating money should posed 1969-1970 Fiscal Budget ( since next Monday's meeting will there was a conflict of interest. come from the state and 50 per be the last before the election. cent from the local taxes, then we State Rep. William Ballenger of haven't been doing our share Atty. Gen. Frank J. Kelly, In the rural Ovid requested the attorney locally." DATE: May 26, 1969 summation portion of his opinion general's opinion on the case. In 1967-68, when the schools issued last Wednesday, said that Ballenger said he requested the levied a total of 12.7 mills (8.2 TIME: 7:30 p.m. "The office of member of aboard opinion in early January, and it allocated plus 4.5 extra voted), of education, including the board just came through lastweek. only 33 per cent of the funds of an intermediate school dis­ Kelly's opinion gives some of were from local taxes and 60 per PLACE: City Commission Chambers trict, and office of member of the reasoning behind the ruling, cent was from the state. In 1968- a county board of supervisors in 69, local millage was up to 20.5 which countytheschooldistrictis "There is a clear conflict in the KING AND 3UEEN FOR A WEEK THOMAS L. HUNDLEY representation of more than out; (7?7 allocated plus 12.8 voted), \ located, are incompatible and Michigan Week activities in DeWitt will be watched over by a royal but the percentage was only 42' City Clerk 3-1 may not be held simultaneously local governmental unit before the tax allocation board in the couple of the younger set. Mark Spence and-Metanie Sickles, third a nd per cent local taxes and 52 per by the same person." cent state. division of the balance of the net fifth graders, respectively, were selected to reign as king and queen limitation tax rate between all (The balance of the funds each local units. . . throughout the eight-day period marking Michigan Week. Shown with year came from transportation the youngsters, from left to right, are County Supervisor Gerald Lank- aid and federal aid.) "There is a divided loyalty on St. Johns spent $463 per child the part of the samepersonhold- fordy Mrs Lankford, Mrs Marian Malenfant, chairman, and Mrs Virginia in 1967-68 and $536 per child in ing the office of a member of a Ackerman, co-chairman and Clinton County News DeWitt correspondent. 1968-69. board of education of a school "To maintain the 50-50 ratio, district and member of the county we would need to vote 19.4 mills BORDEN'S HOMOGENIZED BORDEN'S THIRSTEE board of supervisors in the same this year," Lancaster said. "And 1/2 county to further and defend the this would be impossible." MILK 1/2 Gal. 3 for $123 Smash Drinks Gals. interests of the respective Events held for all ages •/«51 governmental units in the vital HERRUD, SKINLESS GRADE A matter of tax allocation. Rin Feeman again Franks 55* 9 Bologna "It is abundantly clear that the during Michigan week 49* resulting conflict renders it im­ proper from consideration, if DeWITT (c) - The DeWitt Week. Spring Band Day was held SJEA president public property, for the same area will celebrate Michigan Tuesday, May 20, and will com­ SMOKED HAMS 49< person to occupy the two offices. Roger Feeman, Central School Week in a big way with Mrs Fred bine the talents and musical abil­ Junior High teacher, has been Pillsbury Gerbers "Thus, the same person may Malenfant, serving as chairman ity of the students in honor of reelected president of the St. s Baby Foods strained asst. 3/25? not hold both of them at the same French Frauds, Onion Rings and Mrs Vern Ackerman co- Michigan. Johns Education Assn. f 3-oz. pkg. 2/25? time." and Potato Chips chairman. They have been work­ Twenty-one citizens were Other officers are Paul Repath, Maine ing through the schools, and named honorary citizens of De- Frito Lay Potatoes vice president; Bernice Urle, 20 lb. 79? grades one and two have had a Witt for the entire week. They corresponding secretary; Dick Potato Chips 14-oz. pkg. 59? CLINTON COUNTY poster contest with Robin Ballard or their ancestors have been tax Pascal Kramer, treasurer; and Marjorie selected as the winner. Some of payers for the past 50 years. Phillips, classroom teacher rep­ Royal Gem Cut Celery Ig. bunch 29? the best posters will be displayed All residents of the city are can 2/23? traffic deaths J resentative. Green Beans In downtown stores. asked to fly their flag each day Carrots Robert Koger was named re­ 1-lb. cello pkg. 10? Since Jan. 1, 1969 Grades three through five held of the celebration. gional assembly delegate. Robert Headquarters for hunting and fishing needs, also hunting and fishing an essay contestandMarkSpence ROGER FEEMAN Holzhei and Joella Rhoades were was named king and Melanle licenses named regional council delegates 6 Sickles queen. They were special Hot Chambers and Sara Adams alternate dele- guests at the Mayor's Day lun- Merrihew ; The thrust chambers used imvjjate. -%-."• -i': .^7i^k THIS TIME LAST cheon Monday, May 19. By Mrs Lloyd Reed—224-2951 the first stii^e of Project Apollo's'""'''" * ~ FRECH EN'S MARKET A full day was scheduled for Saturn rocket must withstand YEAR: 14 o Fowler, Mich„ "Mayor's Day." Chairman Lloyd heat of 5,()0l) K—hulf the tem­ Berkimer welcomed Mr and Mrs Mrs Rita Cuthbert, Mrs perature on the sun's surface. Fred Cole (mayor exchange) from Thomas Faivor, Mrs Charles The fuel is used as it coolant by Lake Orion at 10 a.m. They Faivor and Mrs Nancy Miller and circulutinjf it through uiliular daughters attended the mother- thrust chamber walls made of a visited the Michigan Beef Co., high - temperature nickel -. chro­ DeWitt sewage plant, Franciscan daughter banquet at St. Joseph parish hall on May 5. mium alloy. This cooling system Retreat House, and four schools. lowers the thrust ehamhei' walls A luncheon was served at the A welcome is extended to Mr Lo a mere l,0im°K. DeWitt High School at 1 p.m. and Mrs Dean Gill who have re­ DeWitt Mayor Eldon and Mrs cently moved to the neighbor­ Smith and Mr and Mrs Lawrence hood. Keck spent the day in Lake Orion. Mother's Day guests of Mr and Donald Melvin and William Mrs Joey Miller and family were PUBLIC NOTICE Stoller at the junior and senior Mr and Mrs Jerry Schafer and high schools have planned daily daughters of Shepard and Mr and events throughout Michigan Mrs Lloyd Reed, CITY of ST. JOHNS

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You want to make the day go right? Litter STORE HOURS: Dally Mon. thru Sat., 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. prevention isn't everything, but it'll help. PHARMACY HOURS: Mon., Thurs. and Pri. 11 a.m. Contact: Willard Searles to 9 p.m., Tues, and Wed. and Sat., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Clinton County News Closed Sundays and Holidays. at Searles Excavating 792 South US-27 Phone 224-2.313 S^bt$,iJvLCUnlon.ClAsuLSinaL 18S6 St. Johns Used by permission Michigan Sort Drink Association 212 Scott Rd. Ph. 224-3297 or 224-7011 Wednesday, May 21, 1969 CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Page 5 A Full junior high Obituaries in the Clinton County area program objective Club in Florida. Shewasahome-. more, Md., on Dec. 3, 1944. nio. She was a member of St. son Oct. 22, 1876, the son of While the new high school will command a good deal of the Bessie Smith maker all her life. She was a member of the United Michael CatholicChurchinGrand additional mUlage and voter Interest, St. Johns school board Henry Fayette' and Adella Mrs Bessie L. Smith, 85, of Survivors Include one daugh­ Church. Ledge. Crowner Balcom. He had lived members are looking forward to reinstating a full junior high ter, IvadelCartwrightof Sebring, Eagle passed away Sunday, May Survivors include one son, Survivors include her mother In Victor Township since 1881. from VAN W. HOAG program again. 18, at 6:25 p.m. in Lansing Fla; one granddaughter, Jerene Donald of Madison, Ohio; two and step-father, Mr and Mrs Da­ For the past several years junior high students In the city Mr BaTcom and the former General Hospital after a short Fuch of Winter Haven, Fla.; two sisters, Mrs Mercy Quick of vid Villa of Detroit; her father, Phoebe Kieth were married in have been attending classes only half-days because of crowded illness. Immediate cause of death great - grandsons ;Daryl and Ovid and Mrs Florence Green Pedro .Terrazas of Texas; two conditions at Central School. Junior high students in the rural Bath March 27, 1895. was a heart attack. Darrin Futch of Winter Haven, of StarkviUe, Miss.; one brother, brothers, Pedro and Manuel of His life's work was farming areas have attended classes at the nearby neighborhood schools. Funeral services will be held Fla.; four brothers, Floyd, Cas­ Percy Temple of Kalamazoo; Texas; two sisters, Mrs Irene Dear friends, A full-day program will be offered, and eight additional junior and he alsor served as deputy today, May 21, at the Peters and per and Orlo Mead all of Elsie, three grandchildren; three great­ Oviedo of Grand Ledge and Mrs sheriff of Clinton County. high teachers will be hired to teach the classes and students. and Alton MeadofColumbiavllle, Murray Funeral Home in Grand grandchildren; two step-sons, Margaret Corea of Texas; two Survivors Include one son, The equivalent of 3 1/2 new teachers will be hired for the Ledge at 2 p.m. Burial will be in Mich. One sister and three bro­ Nathan of Lavarnio, Italy, and. stepsisters, Angelita and Diana When we are confronted with high school, and school officials are anticipating a cost of about thers preceded her in death. Henry M. of St. Johns; three the North Eagle Cemetery, and Charles of Baltimore; and one Villa of Detroit; three step­ daughters, Mrs Elzle (Vlda) a death In the family, most of $60,000 - for utilities and janitorial services for the new high Rev Ann Burnett of the Four step-daughter, Mrs Anne Eakin brothers, Roman Villa of St. us are quite unprepared jor school building, which will be completed this summer. Exelby of St, Johns, Mrs Clarence Square Gospel Church in Eagle Effie Felheim of Baltimore. Johns and Robert and Steven VH- • (Lureta) Bauerle of Lansing, and the emergency. Our grief pre­ will officiate. la of Detroit. Mrs James (Edna) Whittemore vents calm, logical thinking. Village of Fowler Mrs Smith was born in Eagle Mrs Effie Irene,Felhelm,64,of of Ovidj three grandsons; nine We advise that you secure a- Kincaid District on Sept. 22, 1883, the daughter R-6, St. Johns passed away Fri­ Lucile Smith great-grandchildren; and four booklet from our funeral home day, May 16, at Clinton Memorial Henry Balcom that explains, beforehand, the Mrs Porter C, Parks Council Meeting of John and Ida McCrumb. She OVTD-Lucile Smith, 82, of 119 great-great grandchildren. attended Eagle Schools, and lived Hospital after a short illness. E. Elm Street,1 Ovid, passed away information you should know i FOWLER, MICHIGAN to make sensible preparations all her' life in Eagle. She was Funeral services were held at Friday, May 16, at 1:55 p.m. in Henry Otis Balcom, 92, of Production Credit Mrs Harmon Cropsey and Alan married to Frank Smith, and her the Osgood Funeral Home on Memorial Hospital, Owosso. She 3080 W. Clark Road, Lansing and decisions. visited Mr and Mrs Don Sullivan life's work was asahomemakeri Monday, May 19, at 1:30 p.m. had been 111 the past five weeks. and a former resident of Victor offers a May 13. MAY 12, 1969 Survivors include her husband, with burial in Mt. Rest Cemetery. Funeral services were held at Township passed away Tuesday Respectfully, Mr and Mrs Otto Dickinson Meeting called to order at Frank; one son, Robert of Kal­ Rev Robert Prange officiated at evening, May 13, at the home of bargain In money were May 18 dinner guests of Mr the Houghton Chapel of Osgood 7:30 p.m. by President Spicer, amazoo; two daughters, Mrs the service. Funeral Homes in Ovid on Mon­ his daughter, Mrs Clarence for farmers and Mrs John Dickinson and Trustees answering roll call: Charles (Lonelta) Higbee and Mrs Felheim was the daughter Bauerle. family of Owosso. day afternoon, May 19, at 2 p.m. PCA loam cost leu because of the Pettit, Douglas, Klein, Halfmann, Miss Betty Smoth both of Eagle; of George and Carrie McMakln Burial was in the Maple Grove Funeral services were held at eight grandchildren; and three Robinson. On June 14, 1924, she unique PCA way of figuring interest Snyder; absent, Jordan. Cemetery with Rev. Gordon the Lee R. Rummell Funeral costs... custom-designed for farmers. V\EVf t Minutes of previous meeting great-grandchildren. married Melvin Felheim in Cin­ Spalenka officiating. Home in DeWitt on Friday, May read, approved. cinnati and the family moved to Mrs Smith was born in Clinton 16, at 2 p.m. with interment in PRODUCTION Current bills in the amount of Clare Stone St. Johns in 1958. County June 25, 1887, the daugh­ the Stllson Cemetery* Rev Bert­ CREDIT IT'S TRUE She attended the Grove Bible ASSOCIATION $2,748.69 presented. A motion by Clare Stone, 81, of Sebring, ter of Mr and Mrs Haker. She at­ ram Vermuelen of the DeWitt m Douglas to pay bills with excep­ Church and was a member of the Methodist Church officiated at THEHUMMINGBIRD Fla., passed away March 2, at tended schools in Laingsburg and 108 Brush St., St. Johns Jioag Funeral fiome IS THE ONLY BIRD THAT tion of Dorr Oliver, in the amount Daughters of the American Revo­ resided most of her life in the the service. 2:25 p.m. at Walker Memorial lution. Homemaking washer Phone 224-3662 ' ST, JOHNS, MICHIGAN | CAN FLY BACKWARDS! of $1,892.00, until full shipment Hospital, Avon Park, Fla,, after Ovid vicinity. Mr Balcom was born In Jack­ IT IS MATURES is received. Motion supported by life's work. She was married to Rex Smith an illness of two years. Im­ Survivors include her husband,^ SMALLEST Halfmann. Carried 5-0. mediate cause of death was bron- in Lansing on May 6, 1916. He FEATHERED Report of Highway Committee chial pneumonia. Graveside ser- MMn' tw° fons' ??? °f Mar"'- passed away in 1958. . CREATURE. on First and Bath Streets tabled __.___.„. . :,,_,,. -. . Hnsviiiptinsville,. Ohio, anand'Leigd Leieh ouri G,,.,,*,,^,.,Survivors. includi„„i..,ie„ one son, vices will be held at the Maple c for further study. Pleasant Mills, Ind.; one daugh- R0ger 0f "Ovid; six grandchil- Grove Cemetery inOvidwithRev 1 The Fowler Jaycees requested Gordon Spalenka officiating May ter, Mrs Margaret George of St. " dren. three great-grandchildren;. MARK-DOWN SALE! mowing equipment for. Village 21, at 2 p.m. Johns; one sister, Mrs Marjorle . three SiSterS( Mrs Nellie Apple- Square. Referred to Parks Com­ Mr Stone 'lived all his life in Adams of Cincinnati, Ohio; seven bee of Detroit, Mrs Nettle Wilson mittee. Ovid until 1956 when he moved grandchildren; and one great- of Union Lake and Mrs Gertrude A motion by Douglas to okay to Sebring, Fla., where he res­ grandchild. Nicholas of Ashley; and one expenses of $120.00 plus milage ided until his death. brother, William Haker of Lan­ GLASPIE DRUG STORE for Leonard Thelen to attend He was born in Ovid on June Steven Strgar sing. features the finest in pro­ Water meeting In June and Sewer 7, 1887, the child of Luther and meeting in September. Motion fessional prescription ser­ Huldah Stone. He attended Sher- PEWAMO- Steven M. Strgar, Sadie Ann Treat vice;., . .using fresh drugs supported by Pettit; roll call burn Country School and the vote, yea 3, nay 2. Carried. 86, of Pewamo passed away Sun­ always. Ovid High School. day, May 18, at Pontiac Osteo­ Sadie Ann Treat, 82, of R-6, We keep our prescription Clerk was asked to advertise He was married to the former St. Johns passed away Saturday, for bids on approximately 300 pathic Hospital after a long ill­ prices low. . . .Feature Free Christine Collins at her home in ness. May 17^ at 5 a.m. at theRanshaw Delivery I yards of gravel, processed and Chesaning and she passed away Nursing Home in St. Johns. She We also feature overnight spread on streets as soon as Funeral services will be held on Feb. 18, 1944. He was then today, May 21, at 1:30 p.m. at the had been ill for a longtime. film service and the fabulous possible. Also advertise for bids married to Lizzie Mcintosh on on paving approximately 14 United Methodist Church In Funeral services were held at "Bonus Photo" Offerl You get May 29, 1948 at Bannister and the Houghton Chapel of Osgood two prints of each film, your blocks in Village this year. Pewamo with interment in the she passed away May 17, 1969. East Plains Cemetery. Mr Strgar Funeral Homes in Ovid on Mon­ supersize print and your Motion to adjourn after proper Mrs Stone was to have returned day, May 19, at 3:30 p.m. Burial Bonus PrintI motion at 10:10 p.m. will be -at the Osgood Funeral her husbands remains to Ovid Home In St. Johns until noon was In the MiddleburyCemetery, for graveside services when she that Make Bright Y0U3 PRESCRIPTION STORE today. Rev EarlLawrence officiated. became ill and died of heart He was born in Yugoslavia on Mrs Treat was born in Linden, The layette: until the 18th cen­ failure. GLASPIE DRUG tury babies were wrapped in Aug. 16, 1882, the son of Frank Mich., May 31,1886, the daughter Mr Stone was a member of of Walter and Aletta Johnson. She 224-3154 Free t)elrcery\ swaddling clothes called banda- and Mary Strgar. He came to the Gift Ideas letts in which the limbs were the Christian Science Church and Pewamo area In 1910 and spent attended Linden High School and | 221 N. CLINTON ST. JOHNS j virtually imprisoned. the Masons. Before retirement all' his life there. Mr Strgar was had lived in Duplain Township for -he workQd;.ssja sales manfqriLou married to. the, former Barbara1, ep^years. T. Storrer and later purchased .Cvetnich in Youngstown, Ohio,: ShV was married to Leo W, the business and operated it un­ and was a member of the United Treat in Windsor, Ont., on Aug, der the name of Stones Mens Methodist Church. 16, 1907. He preceded her in Wear for 50 years at the same Survivors Include two sons, death in 1966. Mrs Treat was a location in Ovid. Matthew Strgar of Flint and member of the Ovid-Duplain Li­ Survivors include, one step­ Thomas Strgar of St. Johns; one brary Club, and the Hobby Club,' daughter, Ivadel Cartwright of daughter, Mrs Catherine Wilson and a former member of the Just Call Us Sebring, Fla.; one step-grand­ of Pontiac; and four grandchil­ Rebekah Lodge. She was a home- daughter Jerene Futch of Winter dren. maker all her life. Haven, Fla.; and two step-great- Survivors include two daugh­ grandsons, Daryl and Darrin ters, Mrs George (Phyllis) De- Futch of Winter Haven, Fla, Jack Kelley Witt and Mrs Lawrence (Blanche) ELSIE—Funeral services were Shoup, both of rural St. Johns; Arranging funeral services from a dis­ Lizzie Stone held for Jack E. Kelley, 43, of one son, Hiram Treat of Main- tance need not be a confusing and costly 434 N, First Street, Elsie at the vllle, Ohio; one sister, MrsEllis Lizzie Belle Stone, 80, of Carter Funeral Home on Thurs­ Fllllon of Detroit; five grand­ matter. Just call us, and we'll make all ' Sebring, Fla., passed away May day, May 15, with interment in children; and two great-grand-' the necessary arrangements, promptly and 17, at 4:30 a.m. at Walker Mem­ Riverside Cemetery. children. orial Hospital in Avon Park, Fla., economically. Mr Kelly, whowasemployedby Siie had been ill only one week the Tulsa Oil Company and was Seth Cummings and cause of death was heart burned to death when the gasoline failure. truck he was driving struck an OVID—Seth Beecher Cumm­ Double funeral service will be automobile, overturned and burst ings, 65, of 125 E. SecondStreet, held today, May 21, at 2 p.m. into flames, in Flint, on Monday, Ovid, passed away suddenly at at the Hnughton Chapel of the Os­ May 12. Five other people died as his home on Wednesday, May 14, good Funeral Home with burial a result of the accident. at 4 p.m. in Riverside Cemetery, Elsie Mr Kelley was born in Hast­ Funeral services were held for Mrs Stone. ings, June 24, 1925, the son of at the Houghton Chapel of the OSGOOD She had resided all her life In Vincent and Gertrude Kelley. He Osgood Funeral Home on Fri­ the Ovid-Elsie area until 1953 graduated from Clarksville High day, May 16, at 1:30 p.rm Burial FUNERAL HOMES when she moved to Sebring, Fla. School and had resided the past was in the Pine Tree Cemetery Mrs Stone was born in Duplain' 21 years in Elsie. in Corunna. Rev RichardGleason OSGOODO^GOERGEO^ Township on Sept. 13, 1888 the He was married to Beatrice officiated at the service. ST. JOHNS FOWLER daughter of Israel Jay and Ella Trowbridge at ClarkstonJune20, Mr Cummings was born in Mae Rummell Mead. She attended 1945. He was a member of the Corunna on April 22, 1904, the ABBOTT^ HOUGHTOna^ Mead Country School, and was Elsie United Methodist Church, son of Willis and Kittle Cum­ TERRIFIC MAPLE RAPIDS OVID married to William R. Mcintosh .the Elsie American Legion and mings. He moved to Ovid from in St. Johns on Oct*. 22, 1906 the Elsie Lions Club. Corunna In 1953, Mr Cummings » \ CBin J* After he passed away she mar­ Prior to employment with the and the former Delia Marie Muz­ V , fl SELECTION ried Clare Stone on May 29, Tulsa Oil Company, he had been zy were married on Oct. 25, 1948 at Bannister. ._ a former employee of the Clinton 1930, in Toledo, Ohio. He served Regular $14 to $34 Values Mrs Stone was aformer.mem­ '^DEt* County Road Commission. in the United States Army from ber of the West Elsie Extension. Survivors Include; his wife, 1928 to 1931. Club and the Sebring Tourist Beatrice, one daughter, Janice, a He was a member of the Ovid Your student at Central Michigan Free Methodist Church and em­ *x University; one son, Larry Kelley ployed for 21 years at the Mitch­ t Choice $700 of Owosso; his parents of Clarks­ ell Bentley Corp', in Owosso. t t SPRINGTIME is PIANO TIME! ville; two sisters, Mrs Earl Wil­ Survivors include his wife, i Fine Table Lamps to Flatter Every Home! cox of Jenison, Mrs James Mil- Delia; oneson,SethJr.ofClarks- ing of Grand Rapids; and oner ton; four daughters,, Mrs Helen . brother, R. James Kelley of Lynch of Ontario, Calif., Mrs Choose from a large assortment of fable lamps, pole Saranac. Lela Hant and Mrs Mary Ann lamps, tree lamps and boudoir lamps. Three are Sutpheh, both of Owosso, and many one-of-a kind, floor samples, and close-out Grace Bangs Jennifer at home; one sister, Mrs Grace DeForrest of Central lamps. Choose Early American, Modern, Contem­ OVID r- Grace T. Bangs, 85, Lake; and 14 grandchildren. porary, and Period Styles* • ceramics, glass, metal, of 111 South Street, Ovid passed away •Monday^ May 19, at 4:15 Miss Terrazas wood and combinations. Each with harmonizing a.m. in 'the Ovid Convalescent shade. Shop Early Save Plenty. Manor. She had been ill for Miss Rosemary Terrazas, 23, Cook, you can listen, you can hear the difference several weeks. of 3891 Franklin, Grand Ledge, OPEN A CONVENIENT CHARGE ACCOUNT terence Funeral services will be'held passed away Monday/morning, at the Houghton Chapel of Osgood May 12, at 6:30 a.m. in Sparrow Funeral Home in Ovid on Thurs­ Hospital, Lansing. Miss Terra­ kimBAll day, May 22, at 1 p.m. Interment zas died as the result of an auto will be in the Maple Grove Ceme­ accident oh M-78 near Perry. tery with Rev Gordon Spalenka- Burial will be in San Antonio, Open Friday Night 'Til 9 FREE DELIVERY ANYWHERE The purchase of a piano is a lifetime officiating. Tex. Miss Terrazas was at the Mrs Bangs was born in Moore Osgood Funeral Home inSt. Johns investment. See our selection today. Township on April 20, 1884^ the until Wednesday morning. , daughter.of Augustus and Rachel She was born in San Antonio, Temple. She attended Moore Tex, on May 17,1945, the .daugh­ Township schools, and had been ter of Pedro and Cecilia Marti­ ST, JOHNS FURNITURE CO. a resident of Ovid for the past nez Terrazas. She attended * 17 years. schools in Texas and had lived at De Peal's Music Center Mrs Bangs and her husband her present address for only four 118 N. Clinton ST. JOHNS Phone 224-2063 ]2Q N, Clinton ST. JOHNS Ph. 224-3134 George were married in Baltl- months, coming, from San Anto­ Page £/\ CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Wednesday, May 21, 1969

Mary Masarik Mother-daughter •:il queen for April tea held at temple The Ladies MlssionarySociety Mary Masarik was crowned of the St. Johns Baptist Temple queen of the month and given a held a mother-daughter tea on gift Thursday evening, May 8, May 6 at 6:30 p.m. Twenty-two •'•! when the St. Johns Tops Club were present to hear the guest met in the Community Room of speaker, Mrs Darlene Brady the Clinton National Bank. The from Belleville, Mich. | meeting was called to order by Mrs Brady and her four daugh­ Adaline Dershem. Twelve mem­ ters sang several gospel songs, Clinton's Citizens of 1 bers were present and one guest. and then Mrs Brady gave a mes­ Tomorrow There weretwoturtles.fourtops, sage of inspiration to the and six gainers with Esther Dor- mothers. The oldest mother and man receiving the gift for losing the youngest mother and daugh­ SCHMITZ - A girl, Denice more than seven pounds during ter were presented with a gift the month of April. Louise, was born to Mr and Mrs and a toast was then given in Hilary Schmitz of R-4, St. Johns Mary Masarik was queen of their behalf. on April 16 at Clinton Memorial the week for April 3, 10 and 24 After the program a luncheon Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds, with Dorothy Wager queen for BESSIE BLAKESLEE was served. 1 ounce. The babyhas one brother April 17. They each received a BETTY JANE MINSKY and " two sisters. Grandparents gift, and members are to bring BRENDA BARRETT are Mr and Mrs Joe Plumstead gifts for the April queen. Anthony Yasutaki Open house of St. Johns and Mrs Peter The money making project for Mrs Minsky Schmitz of Fowler. The mother Engaged the month was an action sale. weds Bonna Taber is the former MarcIaPlumstead. The Gunnlsonville School PTA Adaline Dershem, Gladys May­ Mr and Mrs Maynard Barrett will hold an open house in honor ers and Mary Masarik attended listed in books Mrs Fred Stanlake of Lansing MAGSIG - A boy, Thomas of 504 Euclid Street announce the of Mrs Bessie Blakeslee on Sun­ State Recognition Day at Detroit announces the marriage of her Wayne, was born to Mr and Mrs Mrs John (Betty Jane)Minsky, engagement of their daughter, day, May 25, from 2'til4:30p.m. on April 25 and 26. sister, Bonna L. Taber of Royal Charles Magslg of 1600 S. Lan­ former St. Johns Chamber of Brenda Joyce, to Douglas Ross at the school located at 1454 E. Julia Thornton's name was Oak to Anthony Yasutaki, a Royal sing on May 12 at Sparrow Hos­ Commerce executive secretary Worrall, son of Mr and Mrs Clark Road. drawn for the door prize, but she Oak businessman. pital. He weighed 8 pounds, 6 and now a staff writer for the Richard Worrall of 801 N. Clin­ was absent. The mystery package The wedding was solemnized ounces. The baby has one sister. Mrs Blakeslee, first grade State Journal, has been notified ton Avenue. was won by Janet Jacobs. on Saturday evening, May 3. After Grandparents are Mr and Mrs teacher, is retiring at the close her biography will appear in The bride-elect is a member of a wedding trip to New York City Glenn Magsig and Mr and Mrs of the school year. She has been several national and two inter­ the graduating class at Rodney B. Couple celebrates the couple will reside at 213 S. Gerald Every. The mother is the in the teaching profession for 27 national biography directories Wilson High School this year and Main Street, Royal Oak. former Rosemary Every. years, the last 21 consecutive for the 1969-70 year. the prospective groom graduated 40 th anniversary The new Mrs Yasutaki is a years at the Gunnlsonville School. Mrs Minsky will be included in from the same school In 1966. He graduate of Rodney B. Wilson then attended Lansing Community the directory "Foremost Women High School in St. Johns. Mrs Blakeslee's husband, Mr and Mrs Joseph Bengel in Communications, 1969 - 70" College and is now serving with Leonard H,, is a professor of were honored recently on their and in the "National Social Di- the U.S. Army in VietNam. No wedding datehasbeensetby animal husbandry and is also re­ 40th wedding anniversary. On rectory," published out of New Mrs Betty Nelson, state super­ MR and MRS CLARE L. FOX the couple. tiring this year after 40 years of Thursday evening, Father Miller York. visor of the Royal Neighbors of teaching and research. They have celebrated the anniversary mass She will be one of 2,000 listings America, spent several days in two daughters, Mrs Frank Delia in the couple's home. in "The 2,000 Women of Achieve­ St. Johns last week with Miss Posta of New York andMrsMer­ ment, 1969," to be published in Birdaline Smith. On May 14, A buffet dinner was served to lin Farver of Bad Axe; one son, London, England, this month, and ^ : Nancy Adams becomes they attended a district meeting about 75 relatives on Saturday Bruce of California; and 10 was also listed in "Dictionary in Flint with Mrs Luella Ganton. grandchildren. evening at the Westphalia K of C of International Biography," pub­ Hall. Hosts for the occasion were lished six months ago in England, Mr and Mrs "Virgil Lyon have Mrs Blakeslee Is a resident of the couple's children, Mr and Both internationl directories are bride of Clare Fox returned to their home in East East Lansing and plans to travel Mrs Donald Weber, Mr and Mrs circulated world-wide. DeWitt after spending the winter Vernon Schneider, Mr and Mrs Nancy E. Adams, daughter of waists and long illusion sleeves. months in Homestead, Fla, Mrs after her retirement. - In March Mrs Minsky accepted Robert J. Bengel, Mr and Mrs Mr and Mrs Harold E. Adams of They each wore matching pink Lyon's health is now somewhat an invitation to become an ad­ All friends and former students Jerome P. Smith, Mr and Mrs Hubbardston, and Clare L. Fox of headpieces and carried colonial improved. are cordially invited to attend the visory member of the Marquis Richard Bengel and Mr and Mrs Mt. Pleasant, son of Mrs Urban bouquets of pink carnations and The 8 et 40 Club held their open house. Biographical Library Society, Charles George. T. Fox and the late Mr Fox of white mums. regular monthly meeting at the which publishes the "Who's Who Fowler, were married April 26. in America" and other direc­ home of Mrs John Caudy. The •MAIL THIS AD FOR FREE INFORMATION" The double-ring ceremony was tories. For several years she FOR HER DAUGHTER'S wed­ mystery package was won by Mrs performed at 1:30 p.m. by Rev ding Mrs Adams chose a beige Etta Smith. The next meeting has been included in "Who's Who Eugene R. Fox in St. John the of American Women" and "Who's dress with pink accessories. The will be held with Mrs Elzie Baptist Church in Hubbardston. groom's mother wore a turquoise Exelby on May 27. Who in the Midwest." The bride was given in marriage dress with matching accessories. Mr and Mrs Ernest Moore Her book, "Gimmicks Make by her father. Each wore a corsage of pink Money in Retailing," was pub­ celebrated their 56th wedding LINDA GOLDMAN The church altar was decorated roses and white fuji mums. anniversary on May 18 with a lished by Fairchild Publications with white mums on the main Mark Wirth of Fowler served in 1963 and reprinted in 1965. dinner at the Sveden House in altar and the bride presented the as best man and groomsmen Lansing. Guests present included BRUCE FOERCH She is presently updating it for Blessed Mother's altar with a were Marvin Fox, brother of the Great news for vacationers! 100 extra miles of travel fun with another printing next year and is Engaged Mr and Mrs Kenneth Moore and the dollars you save on each (are! Now you can cross Mighty _ bouquet of pink and white mums. groom, from Fowler and Kenneth family, Mr and Mrs Roland Ritter Foerch now reporter, Mac (or sheer fun and excitement! A thrilling 10-mile round trip of breathtaking working on two other books In Jerry McKenna of Lansing was Pung also of Fowler. Master and family, Miss Debbie Burgess views Irom high above the big blue waters ol "The Straits"—heart of America's the business field. Mr and Mrs Ted Goldman of soloist accompanied by Edward Matthew Dailey of Hubbardston photographer at WMU historic water wonderland. Right where you want lo be this summer! Enjoy BOTH She and her husband and four and Mrs Daniel Ritter. The hon­ peninsulas via the World's Most Beautiful Bridge. For FREE literature, mail this Bannister announce the engage­ Heckman of Hubbardston at the was ringbearer. children reside at 4958 N.US-27 ment of their daughter, Linda, ored couple received several Bruce Foerch, 20 year old son ad today. UMTA, P.O.Box 1188, Oept.W-69 IRON MOUNTAIN, MICH. 49801 organ. A reception was held for 400 cards, a lovely mum plant and Name in Greenbush Township. to Brian Swatman, son of Mr and The bride selected a solid guests at the VFW Hall in St.' of Mr and Mrs Berl Foerch of Mrs Forrest Swatman Jr. of St, money. ' J 141 W. High Street, Ovid, is now satin gown depicting the Vidtorian Johns directly after the "wadding Mrs Olive Conklin entertained W Fowler sister Johns. era, highlighted by an English and continued until 12 midnight. employed as a photographer and the Independent Club on May 14. reporter for the Western Herald, The bride-elect is a graduate lace overlay jacket with a satin Miss Linda Zimmerman and An­ transferred Canasta was in play during the scholastic newspaper for of Ovid-Elsie High School in collar and satin teardrop buttons. nette Gensterblum from Portland evening with prizes going to Mrs Western Michigan University. Sister Janet Pohl, daughter of 1968 and attends Owosso Beauty Her chapel length train and Mrs Daniel Fox of Warren Verna Whitlock and Mrs Fannie Mr and Mrs Henry Pohl will be Academy. The prospective groom was trimmed with Victorian lace. served at the bride's table. Mrs Foerch is a 1967 graduate of, INSURANCE FOR EVERY NEED! Weir. The next meeting will be Ovid-Elsie High School, and has working in Santa Fe, N. M., be­ is a 1967 graduate of Rodney B. The bride's crown was of camelot Madelyn Springer of East Lan­ held June 11 at the home of Mrs ginning in July. Sister Janet Wilson High School and is com­ satin and seed pearl trim with sing served the bride's cake been a photographer for the Jessie Conley. A picnic is school's yearbook. He has just AUTO — HOME taught for four years at Center pleting a course in architectural elbow length tiers of veiling. She assisted by Miss Marilyn Fox of planned. Line. She now will be part of a drafting at Ferris State College. carried a cascade arrangement Ann Arbor. completed his sophomore year on •51 FARM — BUSINESS parish which has discontinued the of pink roses and white carna­ a pre-law curriculum. A September wedding is being After a two week tour of Flor­ Catholic school. planned. tions. ida and the East Coast, with a LIFE — BONDS Mrs Harlene Wirth of Fowler planned stop in Beaufort, S. C, June graduates are already The team consists of 70 cate- served her sister as matron of to visit the bride's brother sta­ finding out that they have to do chists, five sisters and two Announcements honor. Mrs Lucia Thorburn of tioned with the Navy and his their own growing up. LANTERMAN INSURANCE priests. They hope to keep the Mason, friend of the bride, and family, the new Mr and' Mrs * ||€ faith alive among the Spanish- Miss Marlene Fox of Fowler, Fox will make their home in Mt. 115 E. Walker, St. Johns, Phone 224-7614 BRUCE LANTERMAN American people. The DeWitt Masonic Lodge will sister of the groom, were brides­ Pleasant. H* have its regular family style maids. Miss LoriSchafer of Fow­ The bride graduated from Ev­ * chicken dinner, featuring home ler, niece of the groom, was erett High School in Lansing In made biscuits and gravy, from flower girl. 1965 and completed her steno­ • 5 to 8 p.m. at the DeWitt Masonic All of the attendants were grapher training at Lansing Com­ Temple. Pre-school children will dressed in pearl pink floor length munity College. The groom grad­ be admitted free. The public is gowns, of acetate and nylon. The uated from Fowler High School invited to attend. gowns were designed with empire in 1963 and completed his state trooper training in East Lansing in 1967. He is presently stationed at the Mt. Pleasant post.

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Michael Seelye and Nancy Jane The groom's mother wore pink The new bride changed toanavy McCrory were united in marriage lace, and each had a corsage of blue and white polka dot dress at the Grove Bible Church on white gardenias. with a pink corsage for travel. April 25. The double ring service Gary Rossman served as best The couple honeymooned in was performed by Rev Robert man, and usherswereSteveStan- Niagara Falls and through New Prange assisted by Rev Arnold ley and Mike Williams. York State. Busenltz, at 8 p.m. A reception was held after the The groom graduated from The bride Is the daughter of service in the church undercroft Bath High School in 1965 and at­ Mrs Jane Bond of Lansing and for 200 guests. Special guests tended Bob Jones University in Vern D. McCrory of Flint. The were the grandparents of the Greenville, S,C. The bride at­ MRS GREGORY BRUNETTE •groom is the son of Mr and Mrs bride, Mr and Mrs Maynard John­ tended Eastern HlghSchoolandis Vern Seelye of 11940 Upton Road, son of Flint, and the groom's employed at Sears Roebuck In Bath. The bride walked to the grandmothers, Mrs Ford Grln- Lansing. altar on the arm of her father, Paseka-Brunette vows and bouquets of white gladiolus and lighted tapers decorated the church. Mrs Robert Prange sang "The Lord's Prayer," and "Each at St. Michael Church For The Other," accompanied on the organ by Mrs Busenitz. On Friday, May 9, Miss Leona bride, and Mary Paseka, her Marie Paseka, daughter of Mr and grandmother. The brideselectedawhltegown by Dana Anres Mrs Archie Paseka of 400W.A1- For her wedding trip to Niagara of peau de sole with lace appli­ MR & MRS RONALD L.THELEN Lightweight summer clothes ward Road, DeWitt, and Gregory Falls, and Albany, N.Y., the new ques and a chapel length train. A have proved a boon to man,.. Grant Brunette, son of Mr and Mrs Brunette changed toayellow pearl crown held her elbow length especially to a working man Mrs Russell Brunette of 715 W. crepe A-line dress with white ac­ veil in place and she carried a who has to wear a suit all Jefferson Street, Grand Ledge, cessories. On their return the cascade arrangement of white Newlyweds to or part of a hot day. And were united in marriage. couple will reside at 1794 W8 carnations and pink roses. many of the fabrics developed The 7 p.m. double ringservice Chadwick Road, DeWitt. by manufacturers in recent was performed by Rev Charles J. The bride is a graduate of Mrs Sandra Stanleyof Moores- years have added built-in Crowley at St. Michael's Catholic Rodney B. Wilson High School in town, N,J. served as maid of ive in Germany bonuses: they resist wrinkling Church in Grand Ledge before an 1967 and the groom graduated honor. She wore a full length A- and staining to keep their altar decorated with white glad­ from Grand Ledge High School in line gown of pink with white lace "fresh pressed" look longer. iolus and red carnations. 1967. accents. ' MR AND MRS GARY SEELYE Holy Trinity Church in Fowler placed inside and green ivy trail­ The bride given in marriage by was the scene Saturday morning, ing downward. The bridesmaids A word of warning, however; her father selected a lace floor May 10, at 10 a.m. for the wed­ were dressed identical to the regular cleaning is still length gown with a fitted waist. ding uniting Beth Ann Becker and maid of honor in pink and yellow. necessary for your summer Her train was designed in match­ Ronald Paksi takes bride on May 17 Spec. 4 Ronald L. Thelen. Miss The flower girl wore a short, clothing. Even when a coat ing lace and her elbow length veil Becker is the daughter of Mr and blue dotted swiss dress and car­ still looks pressed and the was held in place with a pearl Miss Connie Jean Fultz became bodice andshortsleeveswithlace Mrs Luke Becker of 10930 E. ried a matching parasol bouquet, trousers retain their crease, studded crown. She carried a the bride of Ronald Dean Paksi inserts, designed with a round Ionia Street, Fowler and the with white carnations. they may need to be cleaned. bouquet arrangement of red and Saturday, May 17, atFirstUnited neckline and floating panel in back groom is the son of Mr and Mrs The mother of the bride chose Normal stains and soiling still white roses. Methodist Church in Byron. with lace inserts. She wore elbow Alvin Thelen of West Main Street, a mint green belted dress for the occur and these should not be Linda Wood, sister of the bride, Parents of the couple are Mr length mitts and carried a Westphalia. wedding and wore a corsage of left in to attack the fabric or served as matron of honor. Becky and Mrs Wendell Fultz of 11084 colonial bouquet centered with a The double-ring service was yellow roses. The groom's become too deeply imbedded. Paseka and Martha Bailey were Byron Road, Byron, and Mr and cymbidlum orchid with white car­ performed by Rev AlbertSchmitt mother wore a turquoise dress And perspiration especially bridemaids. Kim O'Boyle, niece Mrs Tom Paksi of 3710 Balcom nations tipped in nile green. Her before an altar decorated with with white accessories and a cor­ should not be left in the of the groom, was flower girl. Road, Ovid. matching green veiling was held blue and white gladiolus. Mrs sage of pink and white roses. garment. in place with a pearl crown. The Bernita Halfman, organist, ac­ The attendants wore mint The double-ring service was other attendants were dressed companied the HolyTrinity Choir green,' floor length gowns, performed at 4 p.m. by Rev Kenneth Thelen, brother of the Such popular summerweight identical except the color was as they sang for the wedding trimmed in white daisies with Lorenz Stahl. The bride was given groom, served as best man, and fabrics as silks and silk apricot. service. mint green headdresses. They in marriage by her father. The groomsmen were James Thelen combinations are especially each carried a bouquet of white church altar was set with five The bride's mother chose an The bride, given in marriage by and Guy Becker. Robert Becker, vulnerable to perspiration. carnations and mint green rose white candles and bouquets of aqua A-line dress with matching her father, selected an A-line brother of the bride, was ring You may not see the buds. The flower girl wore a white snapdragons and car­ jacket, hat and shoes. The mother gown of chantilly lace trimmed bearer. Gerald Fox and Michael deterioration of the fabric white floor length dress trimmed nations. White gladiolus and pom of the groom selected a three- with seed pearls. It featured a Platte were ushers. caused by perspiration, but in mint green and carried a bas­ pons flanked the altar. Merrill piece mint green bonded knit suit Victorian neckline and short bell A reception was held immed­ it will show up as soon as the ket of carnations and roses. Thorne sang "He" and the "Lord's with bone accessories. Each of shaped sleeves with a detachable iately after the ceremony in Holy garment is cleaned. This is Prayer," accompanied by or­ the mothers wore a corsage of chapel train accented with lace Trinity Hall for 375 guests. a case where what jou don't ganist William Lehrlng. red sweetheart roses. and tiny seed pearls. Her eight- see CAN hurt you FOR HER DAUGHTER'S wed­ Special guests at the wedding The bride selected a traditional layer bustle veil of bridal il­ were Mr and Mrs Frank Becker ding Mrs Paseka chose a tur­ Richard Salters served as best lusion was held in place with a quoise dress and matching lace gown with a white lace overlay. and Mrs Matilda Fox, grand­ Summer or winter, tegular It featured a portrait neckline and man and groomsmen were Ronald Juliet cap, and she carried a parents of the bride. cleaning is the best way to three-quarter length coat with a Nethaway and Keith Putnam. MRS RONALD PAKSI long sleeves coming to points bouquet centered with a white For her going-away outfit, the preserve your clothing so yellow rose corsage. The Ushers were Gerald Paksi, Larry orchid surrounded with carnation groom's mother chose a peach over the wrists. The bouffant bride^ changed to a light blue that it will last longer, look Thurston and Thomas Fultz. Mrs Paksi changed to a beige pom poms. colored two piece dress and also skirt was fashioned in five tiers Tenn. On their return they will juniper type dress with brown better. James Fultz was ringbearer. linen dress with fitted waist. The wore yellow roses in her corsage, with a cathedral length train. Her reside at 14670 Ridge Road, Yvonne Becker, sister "of the accessories and wore her white veil was held in place with a couple spent their honeymoon in bride, served as maid of honor Gary Wood, brother-in-law of Oakley. orchid corsage from the bridal starched lace headpiece en­ Niagara Falls and Nashville, and Julie Becker and Janice the bride, served as best man, A reception for 300 guests was bouquet. After a wedding trip to crusted with seed pearls, the The bride graduated from Thelen were bridesmaids ANTES David Paseka and Clarence Ward held immediately after the ser­ Paris, France, the couple will veiling was shoulder length in Byron High School in 1964 and Michelle Becker, cousin of the were groomsmen and ushers vice in the church parlors. Those live in Germany for one year, three layers of illusion. She car­ bride was flower girl. The maid were Wayne Paseka and Roger assisting with the serving in­ Announcements Hurley Hospital School of Nurs­ where the groom is stationed with ried two white orchids on her of honor wore a blue dotted swiss CLEANERS Brunette. Mike Ward served as cluded Mrs Linda Henry, Miss ing in 1967. She is now employed the U.S. Army. mother's white Bible with green gown with a single pleated back FREE Pickup and Deliveiy ringbearer. Jane Paksi, Miss Judy Paksi, Mrs at Owosso Memorial Hospital. The bride is a graduate of Fow­ ivy streamers. ruffle from the shoulder to the Member of National Richard Fournier, Miss Marcla An open house will be held at The groom graduated in 1962 ler High School with the class of Following the ceremony a re­ Mrs Ray Thornton served as Fultz, Miss Debbie Ludwlck, the Riley Elementary School on hemline and a Juliet cap in match­ 1967 and the Capitol Beauty Institute of Dry Cleaners ception was held at the Masonic matron of honor. Bridesmaids Miss Diane Ludwlck, MlssKend- Thursday, May22,from8:30a4m. from Ovid High School and is now ing blue dotted swiss. They each Academy in Lansing, The groom Temple on River Street and also were Mrs Richard Salters and ra Long and Miss Suzanne Bailey. to 5 p.m. and during the evening employed as a dye-setter for the cameo a small parasol closed is a graduate of Pewamo-West­ 108 W. Walker St. Johns at the home of the groom, for 100 Miss Helen Ardelean. Miss Monta from 6:30 p.m. 'til 8 p.m. They Universal Electric Co. with three white carnations phalia High School in 1966. Pha 224-4529 guests. Those serving at the re­ Fultz served her sister as junior SPECIAL GUESTS at the wed­ will have Michigan Week displays ception included, Mary Ried, bridesmaid and Carla Fournier, ding were Mrs Theodore Fuller throughout the building and tours Carol O'Boyle, Joan Brunette and cousin of the bride, served as and Mr and Mrs Chester Fultz, will be conducted while classes It Pays to Shop at Marge Brunette. Vicky Paseka flower girl. grandparents of the bride, and are in session. The public is in­ was in charge of the guest book. Mrs Adam Paksi, the groom's vited to attend. Special guests present included THE MATRON of honor wore a grandmother. * * Archie Bates, grandfather of the green A-line gown with high For her travel outfit the new Memorial services will be held <^\l\aaD\inYion i at the Union Hpme Cemetery on Sunday, May 25, at 2 p.m., ac­ GOES BRIGHT cording toElmiraMorrison,sec­ FOR BETTER VALUES retary. IWflTH THE LIGHT Blue Star Mothers have The Maple Twirlers will host a dance at the Maple Rapids school gym on Friday evening, OF WHITE! 25th anniversary May 13 May 23, Wendell Law will be the FOR caller. There will be a potluck The Blue Star Mothers of and the chapter history was given tholomew was in charge of reg­ lunch and all area square dancers America Chapter No. 88 of St. by Grace Shipley. istration, and the favors and are invited to attend. HER Johns celebrated their 25th an­ decorations were byRoseWilkie, * * niversary on Tuesday evening, The Senior Citizens Rhythm Mildred Smith and Vianna Bond. Bingham Grange will meet at May 13. A potluck supper was Band entertained the group with The mothers closed their pro­ the hall, on Sunday, May 25, with held at the Congregational Church several songs, readings and a gram with silent prayer for the a potluck dinner served at 1p.m. musical narration. A11 members are at 6:30 p.m. and a program fol­ servicemen of our country and urged to be Bright and light, that's Spring '69, lowed. GRADUATION • The general committee was the singing of "God Bless Amer- Present and non-members are and the look to go with all your pretty pastel ica." welcome to attend. composed of Mabel Maier, Myrtle and bold fashions is the Whitened pump with The invocation was given by Tolles and Grace Sh pley. Serv­ DAINTY a slightly higher heel I Choose Usannerthe Ruth Barrett and the welcome ing on the dinner committee were strappy sling in White, Platinum or Flight and introduction of officers by Dorothy Steves, Bertha Henning, Blue Glove or Black patent uppers, Alberta Brock. The charter WEIGHT WATCHERS Mary Masarik, Eloise Pease and LINGERIE Eastside, the plain pump in Alabaster, Red, members were Introduced by Nora Helbeck. The programs Myrtle Tolles. Fannie Weir then were in charge of Edna Eldred Are In St. Johns ... At Last! by Kayser Pink, Yellow, and other neutral smooth uppers, presented the past presidents, and Frances Halltsky. Chloe Bar­ Rah, Rah, dipped sides and instep strapped in White, Red, Blue or Opening Wednesday, May 28 Exquisite Form Platinum smooth and Black ONLY 3 WEEKS LEFT! 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Shining Corfam, and Katz As seen In MADEMOISELLE To Apply For Regular & new members welcomed The Memorial Hospital every Wednesday at the GOWNS Nursing Sponsorship Fund Bingham Grange Hall If you are interested in becoming an S. US-27 & Taft Rd. PAJAMAS * NO CONTRACT TO SIGN RN or LPN ^PRIVATE WEIGH-INS SLIPS you are eligible for financial assistance *NO DIET PILLS *NO EXERCISE to meet expenses related to attending the *EAT REGULAR FOOD (NO DIET FOOD) • d PETTICOATS Nursing School of your choice. *LEARN PROPER EATING HABITS Closing Date for Applications Is *TAKE THE FAT OFF AND KEEP IT OFF BRAS With addition of food scales available $2.00 June 9, 1969 plus tax GIRDLES CONTACT: Mrs. Mary Webster, R.N. Registration Fee... $3. 00 Weekly Dues... $2.00 Director, In-Service Education AREA DIRECTOR: SOPHIA BRAN0FF ite and Colors The Memorial Hospital LECTURER- BEVERLY ARCHER ECONOMY SHOE STORE # Owosso, Michigan 48867 FIRST IN FOOT FASHIONS WITH FAMOUS BRAND NAMES Phone 723-5211 Ext. 363 For Further Information Call 393-5740 MODERATELY PRICED 121N. Clinton . 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W. of Round Lake. l-3p --r^orial Hospital, Personnel De- LARGE old-time coffee grinder. row, narrow - row cultivator. ..o^gartment, Owosso, Mich. 3-2 or write Leo Flood, R-4, Lan­ ALL CLASSIFIEDS WILL BE ACCEPTED Help your corn and The kind used in the early Fox Bros., 3 mi. E., 1 1/2 N. FEEDER PIGS. 5 mi. W., 10 sing. 3-1 country grocer y stores. It is UNTIL NOON MONDAYS beans get started FAST. on Chandler, 1/2 E. on Far- mi. S., 1/2 E. on Cutler Rd., j^ WANTED: mature adult: 18 yrs. more than 50 years old. Excellent ragher, St. Johns. 2-3p R. J. Thelen. 2-3p "'*" *™ and older to work in afriendly condition with an electric motor. Stop in and get your ^Jitmosphere. Must provide own Attractive woman needed hereto Grind your own coffee, your own RATES are based strictly on Classified Style. special corn $ & bean 4-YEAR OLD gelding, trained. ^transportation! We will train. teach make-up application, could corn meal and make your own starter fertilizer at Saddle included. Call 224-3722 ~j_JIU-60 per hour plus gratuities. lead to a small business of your graham flour. Floor model. .FOR FAST RESULTS —PHONE 224-2361 Used Equipment own. We train—for further in­ after 4 p.m. 2-3p -JlL-,Contact the Manager — Clinton Phone 224-7305. 2-3p or ENTERPRISE 8201 ^p .County Country Club. 3-1 formation, write: Viviane Wood- The 11-ft. MM 890 combine & ard Cosmetics, 2221 N. Cedar, SEED POTATOES - early and 2-row corn head. FOR SALE: 12 feederpigs. First Holt, Mich. 48842 or call 694- ST. JOHNS CO-OP house east of US-27 on Maple " .'•, -MAN FOR setting up and repair- late varieties. St. Johns Onion M670 Super diesel tractor -•»:•*' ing farm implements, 508 N. 0487. i_4 Farm, 2 3/4 miles north of Rapids Rd. Phone 224-7233. 3-3p St. Johns on US-27. 52-tf FARM TOOLS FOR SALE. M.F. 5-14" semi-mounted plow. '"^Clinton, phone 224-4481. 3-1 FOR SALE: 1962 Ford Fairlane, 300 combine with grain 'and 4-14" MM mounted plow. '^MAJOR OIL Company has an NEW 1969 Regent Mobilehome ir FOR SALE MISC. * FOR SALE MISC. bean headers. 2-row corn header $350. Call John Patton after ',, opening for a driver sales­ 60 x 12—Mediterranean Decor, for M.F. 300 combine (for 32- 3-14" MM mounted plow. 6:00 p.m. 224-4583. 3-3p • WANTED man. Applicant must be mar­ 2-bedroom, front dining room. MEN'S SUIT SALE - All new ATTENTION Sunday school 38 in. row), M.F. 180 Diesel- Minneapolis Moline U tractor ried and between 25 and 40 EMPLOYMENT Very nice, priced for quick sale. men's suits. Tremendous se­ matic tractor, 494A John Deere Teachers! For sale, taber­ Massey Harris 33 tractor ''years and able to furnish or Sunset Mobilehome Sales, 926 lection. Now at 2 for 1 prices. nacle, 30" x 55". replica of old planter, 14-ft. M.F. rotary hoe, 'Symbol of '"'finance own truck chassis. Group Hill St. Portland. 2-3p If you don't need two suits, bring testament tabernacle, $15. Call 11-ft. M.F. chisel plow (field Massey Ferguson 4-row cul­ WANTED—Horse shoeing, have 7 , .hospitalization and life insurance a friend, divide the cost and evenings or Saturday, 224-4305. cultivator), 4-row Innes bean tivator • . available. Write to Box B, c/o finished horse shoeing school. FOUR PAIR washable draperies. share the savings. Men's $35 windrower, 8-ft. tandem disc, Service 2-3p Gehl hay conditioner --•Clinton County News, St, Johns, Call for appointment, Bruce $5.00 . Call after 5:00 p.m. sport coats now 2 for $35. Men's ___„_„„______„_„_«__„__ 5)000 bu. capacity brock grain Strouse, Laingsburg, Michigan. Michigan. 49-tf . 224-7227. 52-dhtf pants 2 for the price of 1. FLOWER FRESH cleaning for bin for drying with grain handl­ Vemeer hay conditioner Phone 651-5046. 2-3p Men's $7.95 dress or sport shirts your carpeting, rugs and up~ ing equipment. Lowell Cook. 2 [ 'KELP WANTED: Female, full PAINT NOW: Inside - Outside now 2 for $5. Men's $29 all- holstery by the exclusive Dura- 1/2 N., 1 1/2 W. of Middleton 3 riding lawn mowers (" / or part time waitress to work WANTED-plowing with 7-16 in. oil base or Latex—Gambles in weather coats now $14.80. Open on Hayes Road. Ph. 236-7716. ptigfeompm clean absorption process, no 2-row mounted corn planter HERITORS ,,-in lounge. Send reply to: Box F, land hitch plow. Phone 484- Fowler. 3-1 Friday nights till 9. All other soaking or harsh scrubbing. Call l-3p • .% Clinton County News. l-3p 2868. 3-3p nights till 6. Sundays 12 to 5. us for a FREE estimate. DURA- CAMPER SHELL for sale for Dick Butler Clothing O. P. S. CLEAN SERVICE by Keith FOR SALE: 800 bales first MARTINS SERVICE ' POSITION open for clerk typist MOWING JOBS WANTED: We step-side pick up. Vernon Le- downtown Grand Ledge. Your Rosekrans, phone 224-2786. 33-1 cutting alfalfa hay. Raymond , with ability to work efficiently, Michigan Bankard is always wel­ St. Johns, R-4 Dial 224-2301 '>'j have a large lawn mower Marbe, 5501 W. Price Rd., 224- Heilen, phone 224-2284. 2-1 ,l'l to 7 shift. This will require come at the 2 for 1 store. equipped with grass sweeper and 7158. 3-3p Phone 626-6642 "OVER A QUARTER alternating weekends. Write ref­ rake to do the best job possible. 1-4 on Forest Hill Rd. CENTURY OF SERVICE" erences and experience c/o Box * FOR SALE JOHN DEERE Implement trailer, Call 224-2458. 2-dhtf between Jason & Pratt ATTENTION: Delightful new ''260, St. Johns. 3-2 PEP UP WITH Zippies "Pep FOR SALE: Used Polaroid MISC. FARM tilt bed, dual wheel, hand Pills" non-habitforming. Only Swinger camera and case,. Col­ winch, B. L. Chalmers tractor, 3-1 home, 508 S. Traver. 3 large $1.98. Glaspie Drug, l-3p liers Encyclopedia set and Child- single bottom plow. Junction of bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths. Extra . HELP WANTED: Nurses' Aides, CUSTOM PLOWING in spring. craft books. Phone 224-4572. WANTED: standing hay, N.W. M-57 and US-27, 3 miles west, ON THE FARM-TIRE SERVICE: size kitchen-dining area, big •'" experience preferred. $1.55 Robert Harden, 862-4649. 1967 MARLETTE for sale: 2- 3-dhtf of St. Johns. Also FOR SALE, 3/4 north on Jerome Rd. John Phone Collect St. Johns 224- storage closet in kitchen. Full '•hr. to start, AvonNursingHome. 53-6p bedroom, front-end kitchen, Helix wagon box, good condition, McDonald. . 52-3p 7900; FARMERS PETROLEUM. basement. 2-car attached garage 'phone 489-1701. 3-tf w/cement drive. $25,900,00. partly furnished. Shown by ap­ $250. Phone 224-2126. 3-lp 39-tf pointment, phone 224-6066. 3-lp STYLISH: 3-Bedroom (cen­ EXPERIENCED Lathe operator WINDOW GLASS • WANTED WOLVERINE HOG rings and USED MACHINERY trally air conditioned) brick ii -. > and welder fabricator trainee We have all sizes and any ringers — Gambles in Fowler, home. 1 1/2-Baths. Rec. room in J MISCELLANEOUS USE OUR insulation blower — " wanted. Steady employment, ex- Gambles in Fowler. 3-1 shape. We install glass. 3-1 I960 GMC Tilt Cab Diesel PIONEER CORN full basement w/fireplace. Fire­ '' 'Cellent working conditions and In-line 6 engine $4500 place in the 30x15 comb, living benefits. Clinton Machine, 1300 Phone 224-3337 See me^for dependable & "dining room. Patio. Call for WANTED1: ]&sed rototiller. Phone FOR SALE: New Holland mower, Massey-Ferguson" 1130 'wide- S. Main, Ovid, Michigan. 3-1 ACMEY ROOFING 7 ft. cut; 2 steel hog troughs; front, 18x4 rear tires. $6200 seeds': cbrri; alfalfa, appointment please. 862-50245' Elsie. 3-dhtf HEATHMAN'S VERY NEAT: 3-Bedroom re­ Company, Corunna wheat straw. 2 mi. south, 1/2 Allis Chalmers XT, sorghum, sweet corn, .\\ioliITION OPENING in St. Johns modeled older home, close in. We do all roofing. Free in­ Paint Service Center ml. east of Fowler. Oscar J. 190 diesel $4600 .". . for mature person with book­ LAWN MOWERS and Rototillers New IXL kitchen w/built-in in stock. Key - start mowers spection. Specializing in hot Downtown St. Johns Simmon. 3-lp 2 J.D. 4010 diesels ea. $3750 keeping proficiency and general Allis Chalmers D-19, gas HOWARD WALKER breakfast bar. Under 519,000. office knowledge. Must be able to available — riders or walking roofing. No job too bid or too 31-tf 2 1/4 mi. South on Don't miss this one! style. Dalman Hardware, phone JOHN BEAN field sprayer, $125; wide front $2850 ," 'meet the public. For appoint- small, phone 743-3000 52-tf NEARING COMPLETION: at 669-6785. 3-1 Case grain and hay elevator, J.D. 3010 Gas $2850 DeWttt Rd. ^u ,ment, call 224-4104 between 8- 600 Lambert Drive, unique 3- -^it'iPi 2-3p $185; 4 - row Allis Chalmers Case 310 loader & Phone 224-4354 1-4 FOUR WHITE nylon uniforms, front - mount cultivator, $150. back hoe $2200 bedroom home. Separate dining NEED SCREEN or glass? Call or PX STORE room. Ben Franklin stove in stop at Dalman Hardware, De- ' size 14, $5.00. Call after 5:00 Phone 224-2818. 3-3p J.D 720 diesel, wide front $2150 , t WANTED: Married man experi- family room. 2-car garage. See 1 Witt. 3-1 p.m. 224-7227. 52-dhtf WADERS JD 720 Gas $1950 ALLIS CHALMERS 190 X-Tdie- t j ' enced in dairy and general it today! $3.98 to $29.95 J.D, 720 diesel $1900 sel, 460 hrs., power steering, farming. Utilities and modern TRACTOR NEW LISTING: Attractive 3- WILL SELL or trade - AKC ORDER YOUR DETROIT Free J.D. 60 $ 950 3-ot.'hitch, 5-16, 9000 plow, with i. house furnished. Gaylord Long, Press t-o-d-a-y—and read the HIP BOOTS 1948 International M. Less bedroom home in fine location. Registered German Shorthair Farmall M __ $ 650 2-way cylinder. Allis Chalmer „ phone 834-2810. l-3p "Action Line." Phone 224-4348. $9.95 to $15.95 than 100 hrs. work since com­ Newly carpeted. Beautifully land­ for good Beagle. Also for sale Massey Ferguson"88 plow, 14-ft. transport disc harrow. 39-tf BOYS' $8.95 plete engine overhaul. scaped lot. Priced right for quick WANTED: Community news cor­ —2-speed belt massager, like 7-16. $1400 Call Lansing 485-1561, collect. sale! new. 1 Bronze speedprop. Phone EXTERIOR respondents for Ovid, Maple MEN—If you need a suit and Massy Harris 44, $450 2-3p $2,000.00 down will get you in 224-4400. 3-dhtf BALER Rapids, Fowler, Westphalia. Re­ if your are a big man, we can HOUSE PAINT Ford 9N tractor and this 3-bedroom, 2-story older port social and club events. Con­ fit you. We have a large stock $1.98 to $6.95 Case 200 Nearly new condi­ loader $450 home. Lots of storage, full base­ tact Editor, Clinton County News, TIMBER WANTED: Logs and of men's big sizes up to size 54 tion—Ready to work. Call 224- J.D. A $ 450 FOR SALE ment. 1-car garage. St. Johns. 44-tfdh standing timber. Logs de­ in Regulars, Longs and Stouts, 7043 after 5 p.m. 3-3 Gleaner A combine with cab DESIRABLE: 3- bedroom livered to our yard. DEVER- Dick Butler Clothing, O. P. S. SLEEPING BAGS and chopper $3400 Funk's G-Hybrids ranch. Island kitchen w/bullt- FULL or Part Time Career EAUX SAWMILL, INC., 2872 N. downtown Grand Ledge. Open $8.95 to $29,95 Gleaner A combine $2800 ins. Intercom, w/radio. Sliding Opportunity. Stable man or Hubbardston Road, P e w a m o, Friday night till 9, all other FOR SALE; 15 feeder steers, J.D.-40 Combine self- In single, special and 4-way glass doors to screened porch. ivo woman. Preferably age 25 or Michigan. Phone 824-3101. 40tf nights till 6; Sundays 12 to 5. INTERIOR 400 - 500 lbs. Leland Trier- propelled $1650 crosses. Reserve your seed Family room in basement w/ -•i.ir.qver. Interested in long-term Your Michigan Bankard is always weiler Jr. Phone 587-3515. 2-3p corn numbers Now! Supplies fireplace, A pleasure to show! WELL DRILLING'and service. Allis Chalmers 100 Self- -'.ii'Jemployment with prominent welcome at the 2 for 1 store. LATEX PAINT of some are limited. SOUTHWEST SECTION: 4- Pumps, pipes and supplies. propelled combine $ 850 .firm. Looking for personable 1-4 $3.29 to $5.95 SOY BEANS year from certified bedroom older home. Beautiful "•f"u'individual, willing to work and Fre* estimates. Carl S. Ober- Hark, Harosoy and Chippewa, all new kitchen. Double lot. litn r, 4664 N. State road, Alma, Almond B. Cressmon 4i -learn. Salary, fringe benefits REDUCE SAFE and fast with New Shipment of $2.65 per bushel. 4 miles south, Several wheel disc, plows, culti­ Garage. Phone 463-4364. 43-tf •i*u and training program available. GoBese tablets and E-Vap 1/2 mile west of Fowler. Ray­ vators, and etc. 2327 W. Price Road, FINISH the upstairs yourself .^rfi-jEor interview call 463-3637 or "water pills". Glaspie Drug. l-5p FOAM RUBBER mond Schafer. l-3p St. Johns. & save on this new 1 1/2-story Also, good supply of used tractor ^i^write to Eugene G. Jellison F.I. 1", 2", 3" and 4" Phone 224-4775 home located at 904 N. Oakland. C, 5901 N, Luce Road, Alma, MEN'S SUITS - Extra "special! parts. NEW 3-bedroom ranch w/2- ^-"Michigan 48801, 47-tf • FOR SALE MISC. Your unrestricted choice of board ft. CLINTON COUNTY'S LARGEST Financing Available car attached garage. Basement in }iVj- „ any $70 men's suit now yours SERTA MATTRESS DEALER 52-4 plans, in office, 807 N. Mead, for only 2 suits for $51. Sizes BOY SCOUT • *** i>"WELDERS, any male over 18 EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: FARMALL 450 gas NEW HOME: 1101 Hampshire years old who can weld or REPOSSESSED PIANO-organs. 35 through 40. Regulars, longs Davenports AL GALLOWAY USED tractor and Farmall Super M Drive. 4-Bedroom bi-level. -I^tf-iS interested in learning the Want responsible party to as­ and shorts. These won'tlastlong Back Pack, Canteens, Special S,ale on tractor. Phone 647-5572. 2-3p LATE MODEL: home at 413 sume low balance with small so hurryl Dick Butler Clothing, Mess Kits TRACTOR PARTS - I'litrade as a welder, please apply Chairs Meadowview Drive. 3-Bedrooms, >r.>> at, the Paragon Division ofmonthl y payments. Write M.M.C. O.P.S. downtown Grand Ledge. First Farm North of hall & dining room newly car­ Portec, Inc., formerly known as Legal Department, Box 532, Lan­ Open Friday night till 9, all Complete line of St. Johns on US-27 Ford Tractors peted. v sing, Michigan 48933. l-3p other nights till 6; Sundays 12 Tyler's Furniture J'.Ashley Corporation at Ashley, Phone 517-224-4713 and Implements DOWNTOWN: Business build­ "^''Mlch. Applications are being to 5. Your Michigan Bankard is rods, reels, lures Ph. 834-5895 3-1 3-1 ing. Price slashed for quick sale. *i" i taken Monday through Friday LAWNMOWERS: Gambles in always welcome at the 2 for 1 New and Used Machinery LAKE VICTORIA lot. Buy now, store, 1-4 and licenses. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We have Fowler. 3-1 Parts and Accessories build later. I .'fully paid Blue Cross-Blue ZEEB FERTILIZERS 79 ACRES: Vacant land in '^"'^Shield, $60.00 paid weekly in- FOR SALE: Craftsman 22- in., BEAUTIFUL Wedding Invitations PX STORE CARLAND SALES Greenbush Township, can be di­ 2-speed, self-propelled lawn —Speedy Service; Flnkbeiner •"V-icome insurance, a paid $4,000.00 N, Clinton Ave., St. Johns vided. mower. Inquire 610 E. Cass, St. Pharmacy, Fowler, Michigan, Urea-Potash - 18-46-0 and SERVICE Vllfe insurance, nine paid holidays 3-1 149 ACRES: Close toSt. Johns. .-j^iand paid vacations. 47-tf Johns, 224-2513. 3-3p 47-tf Let us prescription mix Phone Owosso, SA 3-3227 6-Bedroom modern country li'^-ri fertilizer to your specr- Carland, Michigan home. Contact us. No telephone ROTARY WATER WELL DRILLING cafions. 24-tt information please. if j ALL WORK GUARANTEED 2 BUILDING LOTS: Williams *\ IMMEDIATE OPENINGS SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS SOLD & REPAIRED. Road. GILBERT & INGALLS, Inc. <« TRAILER SPREADERS FOR SALE: 1964 Allis Chalmers Supervisors from $776 to $818 combine, like new. Phone 647- The DeVv'ftt-669-9636 or Dimondale -646-2871 5572. 2-3p TRUCK SPREADING SERVICE Briggs Co. Head Nurses from $705 to $743 * Anhydrous Ammonia Ol ANDERSONS FERTILIZER ACCO SEED CORN *Limestone REALTORS FOR SALE !tJ*f . N. from $605 to $645 Spy Bean Seed Phone 224-2301 Everything for the Soil Single & Double Cross "Across from the Courthouse" A. P. N. from $455 to $485 and Phone-St. Jnhns 224-3234 Available Gerald Pope, 224-7476 Corn Seed Derrill Shinabery, 224-3881 Ashley 847-3571 at the Farm ^s '•(plus FRINGE BENEFITS RETIREMENT PROGRAM Mrs Winnie GM, 224-2511 Available JOHN BECK Roy P. Briggs, 224-2260 ?.'. '^ Contact The Memorial Hospital •Archie Moore, 669-6645 .JOHN SCHUMAKER 224-2701 ZEEB FERTILIZERS North US-27 Owosso, Michigan Bruce Lanterman, 224-4746 RAYMOND HEINLEN 224-2284 3-1 208 W. Railroad ST. JOHNS Ph. 224-3686 _ Dwane Wirick, 224-4863 .3-1 5: 8 Wednesday, May 21, 1969 CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Pagejl^

* FOR SALE LEGAL * LIVESTOCK * AUTOMOTIVE * FOR SALE * NOTICES + LEGA1. NOTICES * NOTICES REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE, Eureka \ Am seeking information on any Mrs Gordon Waggoner. SEVENS Burke Skylark son, Dam 1968 DODGE CORONET "500", FOR SALE: Lake front lot at of the following persons: Eliza­ REGISTRATION NOTICE 318, automatic, bucket seats FOR SALE: By owner, 4 - bed­ door of the Court House In the City with several 20,000 lb. rec­ room colonial three year old Rainbow Lake, Call 224-4310. beth J, (Green) Carpenter, born Advisory Election with console, vinyl top, low mile­ Tuesday^ July 15,19C9 of St. Johns, and County of Clinton,- ords. Large enough for cows. home. One full and 2-1/2 baths, 2-3p in England about 1851, Gilbert E, Michigan, that being the place of holding $500. Also, Holstein bull old age, excellent condition. Owner Carpenter, 1843-1895, Lillie, Mrs I^ay Holmqulst of Detroit, family room with fireplace, for­ To the qualified electors of the the Circuit Court in and for said County, enough for heifers. Leon Miller, going overseas. Phone 224-7358 born 1869, William Carpenter, on August 12,1969, at 10:00 local time' Mr and Mrs Dale Randolph and or 224-3736. 3-3p mal dining room. Built-ins and crry op ST. JOHNS 224-2126. 3-3p many other extras. Phone 224- born 1876 and Mirty M. Car­ in the forenoon of said day, and said Terrie, and Mr and Mrs; J.D, Clinton County, Michigan premises will be sold to pay the amount 3243 or 224-2551. l-3p * FOR RENT penter, born 1881. This family Notice is hereby given that In con­ Robinson were all Mother's day resided in Clinton County. There so as aforesaid then due on said Mort­ dinner guests of their mothef Mrs FOR SALE: 8 milk cows, 6 formity with the "Michigan Election gage together with legal costs, Attor- Rent a New were 5 children and the four Law," I the undersigned City Clerk Ethel Randolph. j Holstein, 1 Guernsey, -1 Jer­ 3-BEDROOM ranch home to be LAND FOR RENT: 34 acres, jieys' fees and also any taxes and in­ sey ^ 5 to freshen soon. Call 224- youngest were born there. Clyde will, on any day except Sunday and a surance that said Mortgage does pay on Mr and Mrs Roland Hankey and started soon on lot 3 of Schnei­ cash or shares. Mrs L. L. legal holiday, the day of any regular 7925. l-3p COMET or MERCURY L, Carpenter, P.O. Box 161, or prior to the date of said sale; which Randy were weekend callers here der Subdivision, Westphalia. See Gilliland, 1 mi. E. of Ovid, Ph. or special election or primary said premises are described In said Libby, Montana 59923. 2-3p election, receive for registration the at Eureka and Elsie areas this Low Rates us on plans and prices. Fedewa 834-2613. l-3p Mortgage as follows, to-wlt: Property past Sunday May 18. FOR SALE: Four feeder steers, Daily, Weekly, Monthly Builders, Inc., phone 587-3811, name of any legal voter In said situated In the Township of DeWitt, 400 to 500 lbs. Paul Armbrust- city not already registered who may County of Clinton andState of Michigan, Linda Waggoner called on her 6218 Wright Rod. 52-tf FURNISHED 3 room upstairs apply to me personally for such macher, 1 mi. north, 5 1/4 west apartment. Also unfurnished 5 it CARDS OF described as: Lot No. 200 Clinton grandparents in Elsie Mr and Mrs Stan Cowan Mercury registration. Provided, however, that Village Ho, 2, a subdivision of part of Mllford Clark, May 17. of St. Johns on Walker Rd. 224- room apartment available June 1. THANKS I can receive no names for registra­ 2241, after 5:30 p.m. 3-lp NOTICE: St. Johns Realty—Now the Northeast 1/4 of Section 27, Town Mr and Mrs Earle Behrier of 506 N. Clinton St. Johns Close to downtown. Adults, Re­ tion during the time intervening be­ 5 North, Range 2 West. taking listings for home and tween the thirtieth day before any Houghton Lake spent Thursday, Phone 224-2334 farms. For information phone ferences. Phone 224-4463. 2-3p FOR SALE: 4 Holstein heaifers, We wish to thank Dr Steiger- regular, special, or official primary The redemption period as determined May 15, with Mr and Mrs M'ilford 24-tf 224-2479. 15-tf under Section 27A, 3240 of Michigan due soon. Louis Spitzley, 2 mi FOR RENT — Air hammer for wald, staff of the Carson City election and the day of such election. Clark, and Thursday night and Notice is hereby given that I will Statutes Annotated Is twelve months Friday they spentwithMrsSellna" south, 1/2 east of Pewamo. 3-lp breaking up cement, etc. We Hospital for their wonderful beat from the time of such sale, REAL ESTATE FOR SALE: (Bailey at Maple Rapids. FOR SALE: 1963 Impala, 2-dr. have two available. Randolph's* care, Frs R. H. Miller, Martin Municipal Dldg., St. Johns Stevens Lake—near Crystal, MICHIGAN NATIONAL BANK Mr and Mrs Paul Ranlka of WANTED: Holstein deacon heifer H.T., V-8. Joe Bernath, 3 Ready-Mix Plant, North US-27, Miller, Spillane, Schmitt and Friday, June 13, 1969 2-bedroom lake front cottage. Mortgagee Detroit were guests of their par­ calves, Gary Schafer,R-2, De- miles w, 1/2 north of Bannister. phone 224-3766. 18-t£ Gutha for their visits, and the the thirtieth day preceding said elec­ Dated: May 15, 1969 New in 1966 , $6,700. Crooked tion from 8 o'clock a.m., until 8 ents, Mr and Mrs Frank Rue*ss on Witt. Phone 669-9258. 3-3p Phone 862-4236. 3-3p Geller Funeral Home for their Fraser, Trebilcock, Davis & Foster Lake — near Sheridan, 2-bed­ services. We also wish to thank o'clock p.m. on said day for the Attorneys for Mortgagee May 15. FOR RENT: Furnished 4-room purpose of Reviewing the Registra­ room lake front cottage. Fur­ apartment, good location. our friends, neighbors and rel­ Michigan National Tower tion and Registering such of the Lansing, Michigan 48933 3-13 nished and boat and motor. $7,- Phone 224-4531. 53-3p atives for their masses, flowers qualified electors of this city as * POULTRY 950. ContachChetSpiece,Carson and food, the ladies who served shall properly apply therefor. it LEGAL NOTICES TRACTOR TIRES City. Phone 584-3284. Bowen's the dinner and everyone who in The name of no person but an Sale White-June 18 18.4-34 Realty. 3-1 any way helped us during the ill­ actual resident of the precinct at STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate ness and death of our dear hus­ time of registration and entitled un­ Court for the County of Clinton. to cause the abatement of such nuisance. MUSCOVY ducks and eggs. Frank * WANTED TO der the constitution, if remaining Estate of • 6 Ply MODERN 6-room house for sale band and father. —Mrs Dora Prikasky. Phone Owosso, eve­ RENT such resident, to vote at the next EDITH A. WHITE, Deceased B. In the event any violation of this on 2 acres of land, fireplace, Klein and family. 3-1 Ordinance results In the necessiFy of a nings. 725-5513. 2-3p election shall be entered in the reg­ It is ordered that on Wednesday, 2-car garage, new furnace. Call istration book. June 18, 1969, at 10:00 am., in the fire run by the DeWitt Township Fire FIELD & ROAD Department or any other Fire Depart­ 224-3151 after 3:00 p.m. 2-3p WANTED TO RENT: 3 or 4- We would like to express our Elector Unable To Make Personal Probate Courtrooms InSt. Johns,Mich­ BABY CHICKS: Egg production Application—Procedure igan, a hearing be held on the petition ment for which DeWitt Township has the bedroom modern home in St, sincere thanks to our family, obligation to pay, the person, partner­ and meat type available. Lial $138.50 SEC. 504—Any elector who is un­ of John E. White, Executor, for license HOME FOR SALE: little or no Johns area. Can give reference friends and neighbors for gifts, ship, firm, association or corporation Gifford Hatchery; opposite City able to make personal application to sell real estate of said deceased. TAX INCLUDED down payment, FHA approved. and deposit. Phone 224-7743. money and cards received, and Persons interested in said estate are so violating shall repay the Township Park, phone 224-4076. 45-tf. for registration because of physical the cost of said fire run in accord with *************** 3-bedroom, ranch-style home in l-3p all who in any way helped make disability or absence from the town­ directed to appear at said hearing to fast developing subdivision. Full ship, city or village in which his show cause why such license should the following schedule: " our 25th wedding anniversary A minimum of $50.00 for the first basement, 2-car garage. Carpet­ such a happy event. —Mr and legal residence Is located, may be not be granted. SAVE $$$$$$$ registered prior to the close of reg­ Publication and service shall be two hours or portion thereof or the ing and drapes included, 807 N. Mrs Eugene L. Thelen. 3-1 actual cost of such run, whichever shall ic FOR SALE Oakland, St. Johns. Phone 224- istration before any election or pri­ made as provided by Statute and Court SPORTS EQUIPMENT it NOTICES mary election by securing from the Rule, be the greater. 7589. 2-3p clerk of the township, city or village A minimum of $50.00 for each ad­ I would like to thank the TIMOTHY M. GREEN, ditional hour or portion thereof-or the PHILLIP213 NS. Lansin IMPLEMENTg S doctors, nurses and aides for in which is located his legal resi­ Judge of Probate, dence, duplicate registration cards and actual cost of such run, whichever shall SHOOTING, supplies, reloading IT'S BRAND NEW AND READY their good care, Rev Churchill Dated: May 1G, 1969 be the greater. ' Phone 224-2777 Pick the girl with the candy executing In duplicate the registration Robert H. Wood equipment and ammunition. 3-2 to move into: Beautiful 3- for his calls, Banner Grange for The violator shall be notified of such striped can. Vote for Connie affidavit before a notary public or Attorney for Estate Save at Smitty's'- US-27, 1/4 bedroom ranch home with at­ the plant, relatives, friends and other officer legally authorized to ad­ 115 E. Walker Street charges by a billing from the Township mile N of Alward Rd. Phone tached 2-car garage. Complete Cornell for Derby Queen. 2-3p good neighbors for cards and minister oaths and returning such reg­ Cler, such billing to be based upon St. Johns, Michigan. 3-3 Information furnished by the Township 669-3136. Open evenings and with built - in appliances in gifts. It was all appreciated very istration cards to the clerk of the Ford NOTICE — Persons observed Fire Department, In theeventoffnilure Saturdays. ' 2-3p kitchen. Located on the "big much. —Karl Hecht. 3-lp township, city or village before the stealing the coin boxes or of payment, action may be Instituted In FARM and INDUSTRIAL acre". Sacrifice sale on tyiis buy close of office hours on the last day DeWITT TOWNSHIP ZONING otherwise damaging newsstands of registration prior to any election a court of competent Jurisdiction by the TRACTORS and of a lifetime 1111 Located ORDINANCE NUMBER 16 Township Board for collection of such belonging to the Clinton County I wish to thank Drs M.J. Mc- or primary election. The notary pub­ : WE INVITE i EQUIPMENT just south of Pewamo about 1/2 lic or other officer administering the , obligation. News will be prosecuted to the Kenney and H. A. Hames and the An Ordinance to amend certain sec-' These remedies shall be In addition New and Used mi. from M-21. Ideal location oath shall sign his name on the line tlons of DeWitt Township Zoning Or­ full extent of the law. 34-tf staff of E. W. Sparrow Hospital for the signature of the registration to those set forth In the "Penalties" • COMPARISON! *. with privacy. Don't hesitate, call for the excellent care given me dinance Number 12 in accordance with section above. » Simplicity officer and designate his title. the provisions of Act 184, of the Public • North Wind Truck Campers.J Derby Realty today, MI7-4281, during my recent illness and • Alpine TentCampers,Piek-« LAWN and GARDEN Portland, day or night. l-3p THOMAS L, HUNDLEY Acts of 1943 as amended and Act 359, INVALID PARTS OF ORDINANCE, *•••••••* operation. A special thank you of the Public Acts of 1047 as amended. ** up Tops J EQUIPMENT Clerk of said City IF ANY jLl,000 printed name and ad- J^ to my two daughters who never Dated: May 21, 1969 The Township Board of DeWittTown- Should any Section, Clause or pio- • RON'S TRAVELAND * ALL CASH—For contracts. We 5dress labels, 75?, or two^ missed a day for a call, for 3-2 shlp, Clinton County, Michigan, hereby vision of this Ordinance be declared by HENGESBACH FORD ordains that certain sections of the *3 mi. W. of Alma on Lincoln • will buy your land contract for ^Tsets, $1.25. J" friends and relatives for flowers, the Court to be invalid, the samo shall NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DeWitt Township Zoning Ordinance » Rd. ,to Rich Rd. 1/4 Mile • TRACTOR SALES cash or take it in trade on other j£.Print name, address, and»» gifts and cards, also OES for not affect the Ordinance as a whole or ^ Z*P cocle and send with^ Default having been made in the con­ Number 12 shall be amended and re­ part thereof, other than the part so \ South. (Superior St. changes • Phone 647-6356 property. For a fast transaction, flowers. —Fern G. Archer. 3-lp pealed as follows: call the "House of Action" Fur- ^remittance to: •T" ditions of a certain Mortgage made by declared to be Invalid. • to Lincoln at City Limits) J 51 tt Ronald L. Barnes and Faith Ann Barnes, SECTION VII. PENALTIES AND PORTLAND^, MICH. " JLB & G Sales, P.O. Boxji- J OPEN DAILY • man-Day Realty, 393-2400.51-tf husband and wife to Michigan National REMEDIES FOR VIOLATIONS. REPEAL ~* ^129 DeWitt, Mich. 48820^ We wish to thank the Laings- Bank, a National Banking Association, All Ordinances or parts of Ordi­ • EVENINGS-Mon, Wed, Sat* burg Fire Department and all I jOpen Sunday Afternoons 53-4 f dated October 25, 1961, andrecordedin PENALTIES — Any person, parther- nances in conflict with any of the who helped during the loss of our the office of the Register of Deeds for ship, firm, association or corporation provisions of this Ordinance, are(here- • Phone 463-5521 Alma. barns and afterwards. Rolan and the County of Clinton and State of Who shall violate, onjieglect or refuse by repealed, Jv Clinton - Gratiot Bernice Sleight, and Steve and Michigan, on October 27,1961,lnLlber to comply with any of the provisions of CAMPERS, PICKUPS COVERS, Lena Prahim. 3-lp 232'of Mortgages, on page 921, on which this Ordinance, sha]l upon conviction EFFECTIVE DATE S Mortgage there is claimed to be due at thereof be deemed guilty of a mis- This Ordinance shall become-cfrt-c- TRAVEL TRAILERS AND the date of this notice,forprincipaland demeanor, and shall be subjecttoafine tive thirty (30) days afters itspfsLage, EQUIPMENT - Custom built, DAY, WEEK, MONTH or Real Estate interest, the sum of Ten Thousand Five or penalty of not less than $10.00 or publication and recording by the DeWitt Fleetwing, Tour - A - Home, LONG TERM LEASE STJOHNS Hundred Eighteen and 67/100 more than $100.00, or by imprison- Township Clerk , Woodlake, Little Champ and REALfY it IN MEMORIAM ($10,518.67) Dollars, and no proceed­ ment In the county jail of Clinton K r o w n Kemper. RENTALS, Service RESIDENTIAL-FARMS ings having been Instituted to recover County not exceeding thirty (30) days, Passed, ordained and ordeiod pub­ CAINS, Inc. the debt now remaining secured by said or both such flue and imprisonment. lished in Clinton County News this 12th SALES & SERVICE. Wing Mfg. Nearly New 3-bedroom home, COMMERCIAL RESORTS Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby & Sales, 5349 Wisner Rd., 1/2 day of May 1969 by the Township Board BUICK—PONTTAC full basement, Consumers Gas. PLATTE~In loving memory of the power of sale contained in said REMEDIES of the Township of DeWitt. Publication mi west and 1 3/4 mile north 212 N. CLINTON RAMBLER—OPEL—GMC Lot 255' x 465' Shephardsville our husband, father and grand­ Mortgage has become operative; A. Any violation of this Ordinance date May 22, 1969, of Ashley, phone 847-2318. 3-tf 210 W. Higham St. Johns PHONE: 224-2479 father, Robert S. Platte who Now therefore, Notice Is Hereby shall be deemed a nuisance per se, and 50 Acres with exceptionally passed away one year ago, May Given that by virtue of the power of sale the DeWitt Township Board, itsagents, OLIVLR S. ANGLLL Phone 224-3231 good Buildings; large 4-bedroom 21, 1968. contained in said Mortgage and In pur­ or any private citizen may take action DeWitt Township Cleik 2-tf home *tforth of St. Johns. suance of the statute in such case made in any court of competent jurisdiction U and provided, the said Mortgage will be it AUTOMOTIVE Older home near down­ He bid no one a last farewell, '.' 3-1 120 ACRES north of St. Johns, town St Johns. 9 rooms, foreclosed by a sale of the premises He said good-bye to none, therein described or so much thereof as \\ 4-bedroom home. 4 bedrooms, remo deled may be necessary, at public auction, to FOR RENT: 5 yard dump truck. THE WEST 1/2 of the SW 1/4 kitchen. Carpeting includ­ His loving heart had ceased to of the SE 1/4 of Sec. 35, beat, the highest bidder, at the North front Idlewild Court. Ph. 224-7740. 164 ACRES northwest of St. ed Duplain Twp. and the E 1/2 of Before we knew it, he was 2-3p Johns. Outstanding 9-room home, Real the NW 1/4 of Sec. 2, Ovid Twp., gone. Real : silo, dairy barn; $14,000 down, Clinton County, Michigan. TRACTOR TIRES 1967 FORD Galaxie 500, 2-door liberal terms. Some say time heals an aching hardtop, 289, standard shift, Modern 3-bedroom home. Farm heart 15.5 x 38 well tiled and fenced. Good our- WE Estate radio. Excellent condition. Call 80 ACRES north of St. Johns But no, it isn't true. 6 Ply Estate I buildings. Cayle Sloat, R-2, before 2:30 p.m., 307 E. State with large home. One long year has passed dear, NEW LISTING-S. Baker, 3- St. , St. Johns. Phone 224-3620 Elsie, Mich. Phone 862-4601.3-3 And our hearts still ache for bedroom ranch, large living- Dial 224-3987' ask for Gary Stevenson. 2-3p 200 ACRES northeast of St. NEED LISTINGS you. FIELD & ROAD room, carpeted, kitchen-dinette, MEADOWVIEW SUB.- 7-room FOR SALE: CORNER lot on Lake Johns, good allotments, owner full basement, gas heat, garage. brick home, 2-car garagej.sun- Tathoe, north of Muskegon. No one knows the silent heart­ $98.50 FOR SALE: Sharp! 1966 Chev­ might take small acreage. Nice full bath, nicely decorated, room, fireplace, nicely idand- Good beaches, newly planted for rolet Impala, 2-dr. hardtop, Have ache, large lot, well landscaped. A scaped, by appointment only. V-8 engine, like new tires. Clean. bass fishing. Private develop­ Only those who lost can tell TAX INCLUDED PLEASURE TO SHOW. ment. 6 miles east of Lake Mich­ 22 ACRES vacant land—Mar­ NEW LISTING- 7-room.home Call after 6 p.m., all day week­ Of the grief that comes in silence, *************** NEW LISTING-S. Oakland, 3- igan. VERY REASONABLE. shall Road. Qualified on E. Cass, just completely re­ ends, 862-4878. 53-dhtf For the one we lived so well. bedroom ranch, FHA approved, Write-Keith Sillman, R-l, New modeled, garage, owner will sell full basement, gas heat, low down Era, Michigan. 3-lp 4 ACRES West Mead Road Buyers. on land contract. Call Art EaBar FOR SALE: 40 H.P.Volkswagen Sadly missed by his wife, Ade­ SAVE $64.45 payment. Call for appointment. evenings to see. Immediate line, children and granchildren. motor, $100. Phone 834-5163. N. OTTAWA, 2-bedroom, large possession on this one. . > FOR SALE: Country home and 2- 40 ACRES vacant land, Wash­ 3-lp 148 N. Warren, Ovid. 3-lp living room, bath, gas heat, large NEW LISTING- 109 S. Lansing acres, 3-bedrooms up and 3 ington Twp. Would divide for Phillips Implement lot, full basement, reasonably St., large 8-room home,-4-BR, down, 2 baths, plenty of closets. trailer homes. 1966 CHEVROLET Caprice for 213 N. Lansing priced with terms, new carpeting included, garage, Large carpeted living room. If you sale, 4-dr HT. Top shape, clean, Phone 224-2777 terms. Basement, oil furnace, attached MELVIN SMITH 3-2 10 acres vacant land on E. automatic, V-8, $1575. Fowler, WE HAVE a very nice 2t-bed- 582-2020. Will consider trade. garage and 2 other buildings. 6272 N. US-27 are thinking of Price Road, 224-3801 room home in Perrinton with a 3-3p Some appliances and furniture. $10,950. 1 1/2 ml. south of Hub- Wheeler Wilson E. HIGHAM; 5 - bedroom, large lot, attached garage, priced bardston. Contact Chet Spiece, 224-7404 selling 2-bedrooms down, living room, for quick sale. ' s HOME FOR SALE IN FOWLER- a nearly new 2- Carson City. Phone 584-3284, Gladys Hankey «-*~~-# -'-"-"^-"^.'•^-^l^V^ W^T-HS—f M dining room, kitchen, sun room, K. ' % fireplace, gas heat, oak floors. bedroom home withelectridheat, EQUIPMENT Bowen's Realty. 3-lp Phone 224-2198 \ your home, Washer, dryer included. Priced attached carport, full ptice, Manure, Feed Handling to sell, appointment, please! $10,500. Terms. t Equipment and Silos. S. Wight Street: 3-bedroom TWO NEW Ranch homes'in St. it FOR SALE ranch, full basement with rec. Johns, both are nearly completed. REAL ESTATE CONCRETE call us room, nicely decorated, large NEARLY NEW - 3-bedroom Larry's lot. ranch-type home, paneled base­ S, Oakland Street; 3-bedroom ment, cement drive, inSt.Jflhns, Badger Sales WALLS Brick with extra lots; new roof, FARMS— We have several, WANTED TO BUY: St. Johns T-0-D-A-Y! gas furnace, reasonably priced 1 Grade A dairy setup and-l.com- family of 7 needs a4-bedroom A new home is a lifetime with terms. plete Beef setup, 1 bare 40a!cres and Service53.„ home. Can be older home if well investment. Let us^Jielp you and a 32-acre South of St. J/ohns ,R-5 ST. JOHNS Ph. 224-3648 maintained. Must have large lot. secure this investment with NICE SELECTION OF LOTS with good buildings. \ Close in. Up to $23,000. Phone the best basement wall i « 224-4215. 3-lp possible—a' poured concrete We We have several other dlder 418 MEADOWVIEW DR. wall. We are equipped to do homes in St. Johns. i This fine brick home offered for sale. 3 large bedrooms. FOR SALE • OPEN HOUSE-608 W. Cass St., the complete fob or any part Conley r » Carpeted living room, dining and T.V. room. Custom St. Johns. Sunday May 25th of it. Bring your prints over • * birch kitchen, divided basement. 150' x 150' choice lot. SERVICE IS OUR MOT^O Sformor Grain Bins from 2-5 p.m. Come and see or call for an appointment have buyers Call for a showing today. Real Estate Free Erection this one year old ranch with 3 587-3811. bedrooms, nice big basement, Phone: READY-MEK CONCRETE during and corner lot with shade. Clar­ waiting. . . HERB H0UGHTEN REALTOR Jessie M. Conley 224-2465 Winchell Month of May ence Powers, your host. Murphy- For All Your weeds Fox Realty, 484-5413 or eve­ QUALITY - SERVICE 200 W. State St. Johns Phone 224-7570 Edgar Conley 224-7090 Brown JOHN BECK nings, 626-6945. 3-lp Evenings call 224-3934 Ralph Green 224-7047 REALTOR , N. US-27 \ FOR SALE; 3 - bedroom ranch FEDEWA TOM WHITE 107 grush St. St. Johns home, gas furnace, carpeting, 224-2948 Cecil Smith 669-9125 DeWitt Phbne 224-3686 51.7 attached carport with heated Rubin Eirschele, 224-4660 Phone 224-3987 » storage* Priced for quick sale. BUILDERS, Inc. HERB ESTES William Bellant 224-7581 ART LaBAR | For Classified Ads —224-2361 Located at 263 Victor St. Fow­ 6218 Wright Road, 53-tf 224-2112 ler. Phone 582-5551. 1-tf Justin Marzke, 224-3316 Ruth J* Nosirant 224-3614 St. Johns 224-4845*! 5 1/4 Miles South of Fowler. i\ k Page 12 A CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Wednesday, May 21/1969

For those who arc in­ trigued by alphabetic Call No. 469 Charter No. 3378 National Bank Region No. 7 / games with psychedelic CONSOLIDATED REPORT OP CONDITION, INCLUDING drugs, such as LSD and DOMESTIC SUBSIDIARIES, OF THE STP, it might be well to re­ member that the ultimate letter combination could be How do you value farmland? END-for a lifetime. Clinton National Bank & Continued from Page 1-A and he figures the true value to be about $1,200 an acre. Trust Company Correction Notice Balrd, chairman of the com­ OF ST. JOHNS (Assistant City Attorney Proposal) mittee opposing Nelson's as­ sessment procedures, claims ,. v, in the State of Michigan at the close of business on April 30, The commissioners' vote on ordinance there Is not a sufficient amount Tt;) 1969. Published in response to call made by Comptroller of i'C. 224, City of St. Johns was inadverdently of subdividing on either the Look- *?** ' the currency, under Section 5211, U.S. Revised Statutes. omited. The vote was as follows: Ing Glass River or Remey- Chandler Drain to substantiate ASSETS YEAS: Commissioners Coletta, Rand, the high assessments farmers In those areas got this year. "There Cash and due from banks (including $0.00 un- ) Wood, Grost and Hannah. Is one subdivision on each drain/ posted debits) $ 4,202,653.89 NAYS: None he said. "One has been in ex­ U.S. Treasury securities 3,524,048,43 istence 15-20 years and the other Securities of other U.S. Government approximately five years. No agencies and corporations 986,156.25 other land is being developed at Obligations of States and political subdivisions .... 5,201,978.12 the present." Other securities 84,113.00 Loans , 24,368,683.79 Imagine this/ He's saying the land should be Bank premises, furniture and fixtures, and assessed for its present use. other assets representing bank premises 379,330.93 Derrill Shlnabery, township AN AWNING WHICH A AFFORDS PROTECTION Real estate owned other than bank premises 20,214.48 supervisor in Greenbush and a Other assets (including $0.00 direct lease A NEEDS NO UPKEEP former member of the county financing) 44,143.80 board of supervisors, thinks the PROTECTION A PROTECTS INTERIORS same way. In a letter to the Total Assets $38,812,322.69 editor appearing on Page 18- that adds beauty A LETS IN S0FT UGHT B of this week's County News, to your entrance! A F)TS ANV W|NDQW Shlnabery writes: LIABILITIES "Before the appraisal began Demand deposits of individuals, partnerships, (in 1965), the appraisal firm and corporations $ 7,348,941.96 (H. L. Yoh Co, ) made a very STREET CLEAN-UP, HOLLAND STYLE Time and savings deposits of individuals, thorough sales study of Clinton partnerships, and corporations 22,814,152.45 Requires no upkeep. County, using the time-proven . . . Well, not exactly like they do at the Tulip Festival. But last Deposits of United States Government 105,571.95 Available in wide range method of cash sales to deter­ Saturday some 25 youths from the high school assisted St. Johns Exchange Deposits of States and political subdivisions '4,531,912.85 of colors. Aluminum or mine the actual cash value of all Certified and officers' checks, etc.' 224,947.41 Rigid-Vinyl. Call today agricultural land. They at that Club members in sweeping down and picking up the dirt and debris from Total Deposits $35,025,526.62 for free estimate. time, and all good assessors of Spring Street, Clinton Avenue, Htgham Street and Walker Street in the Total demand deposits 9,685,233.90 the present including the State Total time and savings Tax Commission, appraiseprop- downtown area. Rain finally forced a halt about 10:30 a.m. This Sat­ deposits 25,340,292.72 erty at its present day use and an urday the youths plan to go over the same general area and also expand Other liabilities 492,727.72 economic factor is used where a onto Brush Street and around the high school and courthouse. The Rotary need is shown. Total Liabilities $35,518,254.34 "This is the only fair way to will be in charge this week. Refreshments were served to the youths by IT'S owners of land, at its present the Garden Club at the Central National Bank after their workout. RESERVES ON LOANS AND SECURITIES ALL YOURS use," Shlnabery writes. "When this land is sold for any use Reserve for bad debt losses on loans (set WITH other than agricultural and the would have been much less these have no value to him. years. The only thing that is hold­ up pursuant to IRS rulings) $ 415,569.24 use changes, then is the time to severe. Sales of from $600 to "It is quite obvious the poorest ing it up now is financing. Total Reserves on Loans and Securities $ 415,569.24 increase or decrease the assess­ $800 an acre on vacant acreages thing a large owner could do to­ "The process of development ment as the case may be, but not was quite common even in 1965- day in this area Is to invest will not depend so much on de­ until the use has changed." 66. in improvements to that farm mand, because the demand is CAPITAL ACCOUNTS which would not be recoverable From small windows to "Much of the problem involves here (—this is another point of Equity capital—total $2,878,499.11 HERE WE ARE back to the through a normal sale." contention—), but on financing Common Stock—total par value 732,000.00 large picture windows, front lines in the assessment large acreages where substantial investments have been made in Nelson thinks farmlands in and how readily these developers No. shares authorized 36,600 from Cape Cod to Ranch Style — hassle. Balrd and Shlnabery say DeWltt Township are doomed by can buy and develop this prop­ No. shares outstanding 36,600 the land should be assessed for buildings and Improvements for "Fairlite" is undoubtedly the most farming pursuits," Nelson said. urban development. Baird says erty. Surplus , 779,000.00 Its worth as farmland and nothing Tri - County Regional. Planning "There have been many owners Undivided profits 493,279.98 popular awning on the market today. else. Nelson says it should be "Had these owners been on a Commission projections show who have refused to sell prop­ Reserve for contingencies and other capital See it! Compare it! Call us today! 50 per cent of the real market graduated value schedule for the vast amounts of farmland re­ erty at offers from $1,500 to reserves 874,219.13 value—what it would sell for. last 10 years they would not maining in the county in 1990, $2,000 an acre reported to me He thinks a lot of the prop­ have made this type of invest­ despite the fact DeWltt Town­ by the salesmen. Their refusal, Total Capital Accounts 2,878,499.11 erty has been underassessed ment in the last year or two. ship Is the last in the immediate in a way, hinders development. during past years, and so to bring They would have seen the pro­ Lansing area to develop into an As long as their property was Total Liabilities, Reserves, and the assessments uptowherethey jected future of thatpropertyand urban community, only appraised at $200 an acre, Capital Accounts $38,812,322.69 WIEBER LUMBER CO should be creates quite a Jolt. not made that type of Invest­ and assessed at $100, their taxes "If property would have been ment. Today when a developer BUT NELSON IS steadfast. were only about $4 per year per MEMORANDA f * H FOWLER Ph. 582-2111 appraised at market value in buys acreage he discounts the "This area immediately adjacent acre. They could afford to 1965, the adjustment this year value of farm improvements; to the Looking Glass is not being speculate just as much as the Average of total deposits for the 15 put to its highest and best use Detroit developer could on hold­ calendar days ending with call date ... $34,595,914.47 today by being farmed," he says. ing that land until'a higher price Average of total loans for the 15 "Highest and best use is the was offered . , The owner could calendar days ending with call date 23,773,620.38 criteria of value. afford to hold his property off Securities carried at $1,255,368.28 in the above statement MI wouldn't say farms are the market," of April 30, 1969 are pledged to secure public deposits, in­ annual doomed; because of economics cluding deposits of $326,132.34 of the Treasurer, State of they will be forced to locate in Michigan, and for other purposes required by law. areas that have value for no other purpose than farming. And I, John A, Rumbaugh, Executive Vice President, of the above-named bank do hereby declare that this report of •we have some very, very good condition is true and correct to the best of my knowledge farmland further north in Clinton and belief. County." JOHN A, RUMBAUGH Baird, in opposition, claims that Nelson's assessments on We, the undersigned directors attest the correctness of farms and residences have not this report of condition and declare that it has been examined 1. 00 CrayolSna Crayons 69$ —-COUPOnN —r 5# Epsom Salts 39$ been uniform and that there is nc by us and to the best of our knowledge and belief is true and equality in his own formula. correct. 69$ Shoe Boxes 49$ \ ( $1.00 1,39 Anacin 100's 99$ Nelson says he has no for­ Ink White 69$ llqt. Pails 49$ 1.98 Utility Shears 99$ mula himself. "The formula ex­ William W. Barber 49$ Drop Cloths 29$ Super Ball 60 ft. Garden Hose lOyr. gr. 2.49 presses itself through sales, and Robert A. Conn I must analyze this sale that (Directors) 59$ Sponges 29$ Limit 3 29< 1.49 Plastic Clothes Line 100 ft. 1.19 is causing a reflection of value. Toyte Rex Movie Film 1.99 1.00 Watering Can 69$ I don't set the value; the sales "And when I think of all includes processing I COUPON * 1.89 Modess reg, or sup. 1.33 do. . , Economically the prop­ the proposals you turned erty adjacent to the river and the down cry, too!" There's News of Interest in the Classified Ads 1.19 Spray Deodorant Dry 69$ 69$ Bactine Cream 49$ unlimited county drain have a 1.09 Dristan 50's 1.33 Rosemary 1.49 1st Aid Spray 99$ much higher value, and this value Flash Bulbs 25% OFF diminishes with the distance Lipstick 98$ Rexall Tooth Paste 69$ from the unlimited source of You can own this 49$ Envelopes 33$ 1.49 Heet Linament 98$ drainage," Pt. Thermos Bottles 1.09 3/$l Fast Home Permanents 1.00 Baird contests the high as­ sessment justbecause it has good beautiful, new 98$ Hair Spray 50$ l COUPON r™» Facial Tissues 5/1.00 drainage for- subdividing. "This ) > .Rubbing Alcohol pt. 33$ 98$ Playdoh 59$ is just one man's opinion, as no Ice Cream percolation test was made, and International Home Minuteman Vitamins 1 00's 1,69 87$ Bag Balm ' 59$ $ 00 1/2 gal. 79« he didn't consult his own plan­ Free Contest Entry Blanks Many More Items ning commission." for as low as 11,660 IN THE REALM OF planning, Here's your opportunity to own a new home at the lowest Nelson contends DeWltt probably possible cost. The facts are surprising! would be more highly developed Finkbeiner's Pharmacy from an urban standpoint had Fowler Phone 582-3121 assessments been up where they YOUR FAMILY HEALTH CENTER should have been during the past COMMERCIAL - RESIDENTIAL - INSTITUTIONAL . If you're building . . . Build with

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NEWS WANT ADS CAN SELL ANyfH/NG\ i \ Clinton 4-H chatter Bridgeville By Mrs Thelma Woodbury Fifty 4-H members, leaders each Wednesday after school is and enter the litter barrel con­ out. test. Marcia Motz told her ex­ and parents attended the 4-H Beet PARTY SET FOR periences on the 4-H award trip No shear pin, no Pitting and Showing Training Officers elected for the year REV CONINE meeting at the fairgrounds Wed­ were: president, Sally Mac- to Detroit, John Aylsworth, Ex­ tension 4-H youth agent, dis­ A farewell party will be held nesday evening. Members were Luckie; vice - president, Tim at the Salem United Methodist carburetor adjustments, able to see how to actually clip Buiice; secretary, Shelly Amos; cussed the various project re­ quirements and activities and the Church for Rev Conine and his an animals head and tail for show, treasurer, Kim MacLuckie; news family on Sunday, June 1, from no leaky lower units, how to wash and curl the hair reporter, Teri McQueen. Tele­ summer 4-H activities. * * 2:30 'til 5 p.m. Everyone is for appearance and show as well phone committee consists of Lori welcome to attend. as to trim lYin animals feet. McQueen, Cheryl Clark and Ber- The Kountry Kouslns 4-H no noise and now most members will have a contest be­ nadette Jorae. Kim MacLuckie Mrs Claribelle Nleman, Mrs Dr Richa„-d Dunn, Extension tween the boys and girls in dec­ and Sally MacLuckie participaced Ruby Gardner, Mrs Thelma specialist in animal husbandry orating a litter barrel. The best corrosion resistance. in the All Arab Show on May Woodbury and Mrs Jane Hulbert from Michigan state University entry will be entered at the county 10 at Wyoming, Mich. Kim re­ called on Douglas Hulbert at St. demonstrated theproceduresand fair. The results of the club lit­ ceived two second place ribbons Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann answered questions. Jack Wood- ter pick up project in their area and a third place ribbon in her Arbor on Monday, May 12. Hul­ hams demonstrated how to lead were given to the members. classes and Sally placed sixth bert returned to his home on ^N a beef animal in the show ring Demonstrations will be given at as well as using a show stick in her class, The club voted to May 16. donate $10 toward sending Kathy the June 3 meeting by Jerry and to set up the animal. Leading Jane Smith, Frank Faivor, Ron Mr and Mrs Bruce Hulbert beef animals is quite different Nichols on the 4-H Teen Cara­ and sons called on Mr and Mrs van to Japan this summer. Cuthbert and Debbie Williams. from leading a dairy animal for * * John Woodbury May 13. Mr and showing. up * Mrs Woodbury spent May 14 In Members of the Lucky Riders With 51 steers entered in the Eighteen , m? nbers answered Lansing with Mr and Mrs Jay 4-H Club discussed three ques­ beef steer show and sale, mem­ roll call for the Eagle Beavers DeLong. tions on horses and Karen Mun- A LUCKY MOM bers are urged to start wovj:'; \$ 4-H Club meeting and elected the son gave a demonstration on with their animals now to have following off ic ers : president, "How To Groom Your Horse," Mother's Day held a bit of extra excite­ MERCURY'S TAKEN EVERTHING BUT THE; them in top condition for the fair Peggy Trommater; vice-presi­ The club-plans to ride in the FUN OUT OF OUTBOARDS. : in August. Brushing the animals dent, Michael Rademacher; ment this year for Mrs June Winsor of Maple R. E. BENSON Bath Memorial Day Parade with five minutes or more per day secretary - treasurer, Brenda Who wants to spend good boating time changing a busted '\ new uniforms. There will be a Rapids. She was the winner of a General will help improve the hair coat Kloeckner; news reporter, Tom shear pin? Mercury figures you don't—so every Merc has a ; horse clinic on June 9 at Joyce Electric dishwasher from Kurt's Appliance Plumbing & Heating plus help taming the animal. Rouseh and recreation leader shearproof drive. What kind of guy enjoys tinkering with a ; Hawks' home. The members The animal should be led some —Susan Fohl. The officers at­ as part of a sales promotion for those applian­ answered roll call by answer­ 106 N. Clinton ST. JOHNS carburetor to keep the engine running smoothly? Mercury sets ; each day and not wait until late tended the officers training ing a question about horses. ces. Mrs Winsor is shown here with Karen Phone 224-7033 the high-speed carburetor jets at the factory—you never ; in the summer to break them. workshop on May 15. The next * * need to touch 'em. When lower units leak lubrication they \ ,* * meeting will be June 2 at Wa- Knight, who conducted the drawing and The Scattered South East 4-H cause you big trouble. So Mercury casts driveshaft and lower '. Rain over the weekend caused cousta School. withdrew the winner's name. Mrs Winsor is members elected the following unit housings in one piece, No bolts, nuts, gaskets to come \ the area horse clinic scheduled * * 3 MASTER officers for the summer: presi­ the mother of seven children, six of whom apart. And who wants to have his perfectly good outboard : for Sunday to be postponed until Charlie's Gang 4-H members dent, Douglas Parks; vice-presi­ are still living at home, so her prize will after school is out. Mrs Robert completed their enrollment ruined by salt water corrosion? All '69 Mercs are bulit of a - cards with 25 members signed dent, Marty Musolfj secretary- be a useful one indeed. PLUMBERS ff special new anti-corrosive alloy, then J Ittner will be the instructor. treasurer, Kathy Hazle; news * * up. The club will have a 4-H J primed (twice), painted (twice) and * softball team in each of the reporter, Bruce Seyfried. The baked (twice) to stay looking and « Twenty different 4-H clubs members discussed the different American - Standard white and green leagues with Senior Citizen Band has busy season were represented at the county summer activities they plan to running like new, years longer. Who « 4-H officers training conference. practice beginning soon. Mark Plumbing, Hot Water wants an outboard that's nothing • Barz told about his experiences participate in. Adults worked with the different At the regular meeting of Clin­ tions by the Harmonica Group. Heating but fun? Step this way. ; officers on their duties and re­ on the 4-H award trip to Yan­ ton CountySenior Citizens May 13 The Rhythm Band has been in­ sponsibility in their local clubs. kee Springs. Miss Blrdaline Smith showed vited to present a program at the Following the training sessions, * * South Wateriown slides of her trip to California to bowling banquet to be held at all officers participated in some The Pioneer Trail Riders 4-H Lennox Warm Air By Mrs Bruce Hodges about 50 people. Sveden House In Lansing, on Mon­ recreation activities and closed members welcomed Kim Den- day evening, May 19. In the evening the members of Heating and Air FIRST IN MARINE PROPULSION ? with an inspirational ceremoney. worthy as a new member in their' Little Suzanrre Borton of Mason the Rhythm Band were the guests The next regular meeting will * * club. The members discussed the is spending the' week with her of the Blue Star Mothers at their be May 27, and all senior citizens Conditioning Another 4-H Youth Day at horse show on June 1 at the cor­ grandparents Mr and Mrs Robert 25th anniversary dinner in the are invited. Tiger Stadium has been sched­ ner of Wacousta and Clark Road, Borton while her parents are at­ Congregational Church.The uled for Mich.'gan 4-H'ers on Sat­ sponsor ed by the Riverside tending a Bible conference at Rhythm Band presented a pro­ Starting u power mower is CUSTOM SHEET urday, July 26. It's the Detroit Riders 4-H Club and the County Springfield, 111. gram which consisted of songs, easier when it is done with a re- chargeable nickel-cadmium bat­ METAL SHOP Tigers vs the Kansas City Royals 4-H Horse Show on Sunday, June Mrs John Stoll and Mrs Earl readings and a musical narration Bee's Sports Division 29 at St. Johns. The members will tery-powered ignition system. beginning at 2:15 p.m Tickets Stoll were May 18 dinner guests under the direction of Mrs A built-in generator recharges sell for 50, cents each for 4-H hold a work out Saturday, May of Mrs Gottlieb Reutter of East Clarence Hill, program director. 24, at the home of Nelson Ket- the battery while the motor i.< 47 Years same address S. US-27 ST. JOHNS members with the 50 cent ticket Lansing. There were also several selec­ running. available at the ratio of one adult chum. Demonstrations will start Mr and Mrs Romuald Lonier i to five young people. Reserva­ at the next meeting. were weekend guests of Mr and tions and money are due at the * * Mrs Robert Thompson of Macki­ county Extension office by Fri­ The We-Hah-Kay-Asta 4-H naw City. day, June 27. Last year over members have made several Mr and Mrs Don Feazel calle'd 2,500 4 - H'ers attended and changes in the club officers: on Mr and Mrs Ralph Curtis of watched Denny McLain win his Mary Stoneman will be the new Mulliken May 18. 31st victory. news reporter; Karlann Grin- Congratulations to Larry Bor­ * * stern is the new historian; Lori ton who is among the top 10 The 4-H Wonders Club mem­ Stoneman and Joanne Hudson are seniors at Waverly High. bers have elected officers for the the new recreation leaders. The Mr and Mrs Mark Oliver and coming year: president,- Larry- > ahib voted to enter the Ovid Cen­ Mr and Mrs Bruce Hodges spent Schomisch; vice - president, tennial Parade on June 28 and the weekend at Middle Lake. Diane Schomisch; secretary, Ann enter a litter barrel in the fair Joe Cote is recovering from a Graham; treasurer, Jeff Bras- contest. Club workouts will be serious heart attack at St. Law­ ingtonj news reporter, Gloria held each Thursday eveningfrom rence Hospital. Bond; and recreation leader, Tim 6-8 p.m. at the Robert Wolfe Miss Helen Lowell entertained Knaus. Twenty members are en­ arena with the business meeting the Starr Aid Society at dinner rolled for the summer projects. the first Thursday before the May 15. Following a business * * workout. Horse show sheets for meeting a white elephant auction The Double M 4-H horse club the Ovid - Elsie Jaycee Horse was held. The next meeting will ms nbers will be visiting the Show on May 25 in Elsie and be a breakfast with Mrs Bruce Kee-Wah-Kin farms at Montrose the county 4-H horse show on Hodges June 19. June 29 in St. Johns werepassed on June 21, The members held Miss Marian Pearson attended out. a work session and plan to paint the Delta Kappa Gamma Con­ horse ring at their workout area. * * vention at the Dearborn Inn, The club will schedule Bruce The French's Corners 4-H Detroit, May 17 and 18. Hack to treat and check the Club members learned about se­ Miss Faith Borton was pianist horses feet before the County lecting the proper picture frame recently for the Waverly East Fair. Members were reminded for the right picture from Wendy Junior High choir when they gave that they must attend six out of Smith's demonstration. The club excerpts from "The Sound of the eight workouts scheduled will plan to have a softball team Music,'' onWJIM. 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BANQUET PROVES BIG honoring Miss Alice Simon May in regional SUCCESS 18 at the home of her parents There was a good attendance Mr and Mrs Julius Simon, cards May 12 at the Mother-Daughter were in play. St. Johns' golf team put to­ ond out of 25 teams in the meet. banquet at St. Joseph's parish. Miss Simon will become the Clinton County gether a tremendous effort in St. Johns carded a 333 total the Class B regional golf tourna­ The tables were decorated with bride of Richard Agostlnl at St. News score, 10 strokes behind first- May flowers and everything was Joseph's Catholic Church at 1 ment at Forest Hills in Grand place Caledonia with a 323 score in readiness at 6:30p.m. Follow­ p.m. Saturday, May 24. Rapids Friday and finished sec- and one stroke ahead of Hast­ ing the meal the children of St. ings at 334. All three teams Joseph's elementary school fur­ Mr and Mrs Ronald Motz and qualify for the state tournament nished the entertainment. Mrs son Ron were May 18 dinner Wings win twice, at the Kalamazoo Country Club Oscar Cook received a planter guests of their mother Mrs Mary May 26. for having the most grandchil­ Wahl. Twenty-one teams will attend dren and Mrs Tony Thelen re­ Mr and Mrs Edward Ballard of the state tournament. St. Johns ceived a planter for being pres­ Clauson and their mother Mrs top Orioles, Owosso will tee off at 7:40 a.mi next ent and having the youngest baby. Mildred Foxwererecentvisitors Monday. Lee Lynam of St. Johns was The lucky chair winner was Mrs of Miss Cynthia Fox at the Coach Doug Japinga's Redwing Johns had only five hits and medalist for the regional tourna­ Hilary Schafer. Villa Elizabeth in Grand Rapids. baseball team won two out of committed five errors. ment, shooting the low score of Mr and Mrs Jon Foxand son, three games last week, 'posting MI§& SIMON HONORED AT Alma turned back the Red­ all 100 boys who took part in Paul William, of Detroit were victories over Charlotte and SHgWER wings 4-1 May 12, holding the the tourney. He had rounds of May 18 guests of their grand­ Owosso and losing to Alma. friends and neighbors were St. Johns to only three hits. Alma 36 and 39 for a record 75. mother and great-grandmother In their Charlotte game last had six hits. Both teams made pr^ent for a pre-nuptial shower Other membersoftheSt.Johns Mrs Mary Wahl. VISITORS FROM BRAZIL VISIT PRINT SHOP Thursday, the Redwings won 9-4, one error. team were Gary Sipkovsky with Mr and Mrs Henry Schafer and punching out 12 hits. St. Johns John Hannah (left) superintendent at the Clinton County News, shows St. Johns will close out its rounds of 47 and 38 for 85, family spent the weekend at their drew first blood with a pair of Foryourcar regular season May 22 against Dave Gaffney with 38 and 41 for cabin on Grass Lake. Jacques Gelman of Sao Paulo, Brazil, Dr Russell McBroom of St. Johns, runs in the first inning. Brian Lakewood and May 23 against 79, and Dan Schueller with 45 your home Mr and MrsHermanSchneider Ballenger singled toscoreChuck Dilson Mattos of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and Bill Kemper through the print Ovid - Elsie. Both are home and 49 for 94. Schueller hit three of Westphalia spent May 18 with Romig, and Ballenger later came your life shop. The two visitors are students attending MSU and were guest speakers games and will start at 4:30 balls out of bounds in his last their parents Mr and Mrs Joseph in on a single byDoug Brzak, p.m. at the city park. and your health L. Fox. for the Rotary Club. Host families In St. Johns are Mr and Mrs Dorr Ander­ round, costing the Wings six In the top of the fifth inning strokes^ May 10 the family gathered at Terry Maier drove in Larry son and Mr and Mrs Bill Kemper. The host family project was instigated at Figuring one match for every State Farm is all the home of Mr and Mrs Joseph Wakefield with the third run. Tracksters team with the Redwings topped L. Fox honoring their mother. the college when foreign students had difficulty with the language, Clothing, After Charlotte scored all four in the regional, the varsity you need to know Cards were in play. etc., the host families try to make their stay in America more pleasant and of their runs in the bottom of the golfers are 30-8 for the year. Dr and Mrs Leslie Caston fifth to take the lead, St. Johns win over about insurance. beneficial. There is a need now for more host families and volunteers for The Junior varsity is 11-0. spent from Tuesday through Sat­ bounced back with a six-run urday with their mothers Mrs this service may apply to the International Center at MSU. splurge in the sixth inning, Other teams in the regional, Clara Caston and Mrs Anna batting out five hits. Lakewood In the order of their finish, were Grand Rapids Forest Hills, Fedewa. gard of St. Raphael Parish at The occasion being celebrated The Redwing Varsity track wick spent May 18 with Mrs Brzak led the hitting attack Grand Rapids Plainwell, Lowell, toTHENNING Mrs Clara Caston accompan­ Chicago spent the day with her for Eric Simon son of Mr and team coached by Jeff Smith and Bertha Doane and family. with three safeties, while Ron Charlotte, Grand Rapids Rogers, C' New Office 224-2289 ied Mr and Mrs Owen Smith to parents Mr and Mrs William P. Mrs Roy Simon at St. Gerard Linden Lade won against Lake- Mr and Mrs Keith Melvin of Waggoner and Ballenger had two Greenville, Grand Rapids North- Home Ph. 224-7881 Mr and Mrs Robert Smith's of Smith. parish at Lansing, wood with a total score 70-42 140 W. Lincoln Street, Pewamo and Chuck Romig, Maier, Randy view, Ionia, Gull Lake, Grand !JK) S. Lansing St., St. Johns Utica on Mother's Day, in their contest on May 14. Mrs Rex Calkins and Mr and have purchased a home on E. Sister Jane Frances of Kal­ Atkinson and Roy Peterson aU Rapids Central Christian, Grand Sunday, May 18, Sister Hilda- Mrs Dale Pearson both of Fen- North Street occupied by the had one. Maier was the winning .In the shot put, Ed Moinet STAT1 FARM amazoo spent Saturday with her Rapids East Christian, Grand took first place with a throw Bugsbee family. Mr and Mrs sisterand husband Mr and Mrs pitcher. Rapids Wyoming, Portland. of 45 feet 5 3/4 Inches and Mike Melvin expect to move the first Myron Schafer and family. On May 14 the Redwings played Grand Rapids Kenowa Hills, COMPLETE BODY WORK Green took third. In the high part of June. Owosso and won a squeaker, 5-4. Grand Rapids Godwin Heights, INSURANCE jump, Roger Davis took first AND GLASS REPLACEMENT Saturday, May 10, Mr and Mrs Dan Rademacher was the winning Otsego, Lakewood, Allegan, with a jump of 5 feet 4 inches, Myron Schafer and Mrs Theresa pitcher, yielding six hits. St. Wayland, Kelloggsville, Beldlng and Davis also took first in the Simon were first communion day and Delton. Insurance Companies BOB'S AUTO BODY dinner guests of Mr and Mrs pole vault with a vault of 11 800 N. Lansing Phone 334-2921 Home Olflces: Blooming ton, Illinois Roy Simon and family of Lansing,, Bowling feet. Mike Green took third. NITE OWLS LEAGUE (May 7) In the two - mile run, Kurt St. Johns —High team game and series: Simpson took first with a time of Beck and Hyde 869 and 2485. 10 minutes 45.7 seconds, and Jon spring sports High individual game and series: Pierson placed third. In the mile Karin Barger 209 and Connie run Fred Root took first, Pete VARSITY BASEBALL— Chamberlain 525. The Wheel Inn Motz second and Jim Adam ski vs Lakewood May 22,4:30p.m. team leads the league with a 50- third. vs Ovld-Elsle May 23,4:30p.m. 14 record and Pierson's Shoes For the 120 high hurdles, are in second place with a 46- Roger Davis took second and 18. JUNIOR VARSITY BASEBALL- Mike Pettigrew third. In the 880 at Lakewood May 22,4:30p.m. Now that you have that new yard run Gary Moon was second MEW and Dick Holmes third. In the TRACK- LIGHT A GAS OVEN IMM£* lawnmower — turn the old one Into DIATEUY AFTER OPENING GAS VALVE. cashl Place a classified ad by 440 yard dash Bob Jones was state finals May 24 calling 224-2361. first. In the mile relay St. Johns DLC-100 TREADS again placed first. TENNIS- The junior varsity'track team," "atf'Iiake^obd May 22,4:l5p.m; ' coached by Tom Wilson, came in regionals May 23 and 24- RETREADS ON SOUND TIRE BODIES OR ON YOUR OWN TIRES first in all contests againstLake- state finals June 6 and 7 PUBLIC NOTICE wood. First place winners included GOLF- Dan Barz in the long jump, at Lakewood May 22,4:15p.m. Scott' Wing in the high jump, finals May 26 City of St. Johns Dennis LeVeck pole vault, Rick Flegel in the two mile, Ed San- Miguel in the one mile, Scott Golfers dump Wing in the 880 yard, Dennis SANITARY LANDFILL LeVeck in the 440 yard, and Tom Ovid-Elsie Bentley in the 220. A team composed of Rick Hud­ St, Johns'-varsity and junior son, Dan McKenzle, Ken Bentley varsity golf teams posted vic­ HOURS OF OPERATION and Scott Wing ran the one mile tories over Ovid-Elsie at the relay to a first place win. Total Clinton County Country Clublast score was St. Johns 92, Lakewood Monday, May 12. The varsity 26. won by a 177-212 score, while Monday Thru Friday — 10 a.m.-5 p.m. the JVs were victorious 190- 249. i i Saturday — 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Little League Lee Lynam of St. Johns was medalist for the varsity, card­ ing a round of 43, while team­ meeting mate John Estes had a 44 and Closed Sundays and Holidays Gary Sipkovsky and GregLounds fired 45's. For Ovid-Elsie, Craig Thursday Boog had 46, Bill Ordiway 48, The Sanitary Landfill is for the exclusive use and Mike Kadlek and Larry Jack Downing, Little League Byrnes 59. of the residents of the City of St. Johns. All president, has called a meeting At the JV level, Richard Stod­ persons using the Landfill will be required to show of managers, coaches and inter­ dard had the low score of 46, ested adults in Little League this a driver's license as proof of residency. while Dan Schueller and Dave Thursday evening (May 22) at Gaffney had 47 and Jeff Geller 7:30 p.m. at the Clinton County 50 for the 190 total, Ovid-Elsie's Athletic Club. The club is lo­ 249 score included a 60 by Mark cated at the corner of Clinton Case, 61 by John Dunham, and ) > Avenue and Railroad Street. 64's by Steve Simpson and John Backstop poles for the new Hlbbler, THOMAS L'. HUNDLEY Little League field behind the new The St. Johns varsity record City Clerk Bee's Chevrolet-Olds location stands at 7-5 after the Ovid- were set over the weekend and Elsle match, while the junior most of the field was mowed 3-1 varsity was undefeated in 11 out­ Guaranteed like NEW tires! before bad weather set in. ings. Our retreads, identified by medallion nnd shop murk, carry thin FULL LIFETIME GUARANTEE ntfiiinit detects in workumiwhip nnd mate­ rials nnd nil normiil road hiwtrti injuries encountered in everydny pa Hue riser cur use for the life of the ttwiil rlcHfan in Jiccrmlunce with (emit of our printed j!Ui,ninto«, I'riro of replacement pro-ruled i»i ortfiimil trend depth wear and bawd on Firestone adjustment price for replacement retread at time o[ adjustment. I'in-stono adjustment prices are intended to, hut may not, represent iippmximnte current average THE ^ -- selling price* and are subject to cluinge without notice. Tir«*ton« SUPER SPORTS 100 WIDE RETREADS A ffll* Low prices on all sizes ARE HERB 6.50-13 $ 4for 49« a and see us > f 59 7.35-14 or 55 7.35-15 4 for 55 59F70-1 4 7.74-14 of W.C-100* All prlcos plus 7.75-1 S 4 for 61" 43* to 71* par tiro Fad. oxclso 8.25-14 or tax, sales tax 8.15-15 4 for 67" and 4 rocappabla 8.55-14 or tires of same 8.45-15 4 for 73" NO MONEY DOWN slzo off IndVrform^^otr'on. batteries. your car. Months to oay-Credit established In minutes! Harris Oil Co. Bee's Chevrolet & Oldsmobile, Inc 909 E. State ST. JOHNS <-JQD Firestone Tires QQ* 110 W. Highdm ST. JOHNS Phone 224-2345 > Wednesday, Ma/21, 1969 CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Page 15 A' 5 2-week lesson periods set Fowler makes 'Week1 posters

FOWLER - This week is being freshman class. A guest speaker celebrated as Michigan Week, and during the week will also point the freshmen Michigan history out some of the interesting events, class at Fowler High School is in the history of Michigan. Swimming pool opens June 8 honoring the various days that have been set aside as an oppor­ tunity to enhance the image of The St. Johns swimming pool application blanks on it may be of the program is to Introduce four and five and $5.50 for ses- and the lessons will cost $10. One period for the adult in­ Michigan with honesty and pride. at the city park will open June 8 sion two (there will be no classes sent to the Lansing YMCA, young children to the water. A struction runs from June 23 Students have designed posters 'for a summer of swimming July 4). Physical Department, 301 W. parent must accompany the child Twenty-two hours of instruction to July 10 and the other from pertaining to each of the days — through Labor Day, Sept. 1. Swim periods are scheduled Lenawee Street, Lansing, or in the pool to assist the in­ are required. July 14-July 31, with classes spiritual day, government day, Swimming lessons will start June this way : first period, June 16- brought to the St. Johns pool structor. « meeting on Monday, Wednesday Swimming instruction for hospitality day, livelihood day, 16. June 27; second period, June 30- after June 8. No phone reser­ and Thursday. The fee for the adults will be offered from 8:45 education day, heritage day and Larry Scramlin, pool director July 11; vations will be accepted, Scram­ instruction will be $6. third periqd, July 14- YMCA and Red Cross life- to 9:30 p.m. during two periods, youth day. for the YMCA of Lansing, said July 25; fourth period, July 28- lin said. saving methods will be taught too. "All ability levels can en­ Other programs not yet worked The posters have been distri­ all swim program offerings for Aug. 8; fifth period, Aug, 11- Make-up lessons, caused by during two periods, one from roll," Scramlin said, "but we out include a competitive swim buted throughout the village and this summer have not been ironed Aug. 22. cancellations due to bad weather, June 23 to July 25 and the other are mainly concerned with non- team, beginning spring board school^ Reports are being given out as to detail, but he did an­ will usually be held on Saturday, from July 21 to Aug. 21, They swimmers and those who cannot diving, SCUBA diving and skin (0MO each day by students, and the nounce "last week the schedule but times and dates will be an­ will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., swim 100 yards." diving. ST. JOHNS'SCHOOL District school library has a display of "Oh, come on, you two . .,.,,*". of events known to date. nounced. youngsters will get priority on items made by members of the who got there first?" , , , General swim classes will be lessons from 9-9:45 a.m., 9:45- offered for St. Johns, Fowler, 10:30 a.m., and 1:30-2:15 p.m. OPEN SWIMMING will be pro­ DeWitt, Pewamo-Westphaliaand during each swim period. Fowler vided from 2:30-5 p.m. and 7-9 Ovid-Elsie area youngsters. All youngsters will have their op­ p.m. Monday through Saturday Eye donations topic at instruction and tests will be con­ portunity from 10:30-11:15 a.m., and from 2-6 p.m. on Sundays. ducted in accordance with the Na­ DeWitt boys and girls from 11:15 Saturday evenings are reserved SAVE! SAVE! SAVE! tional YMCA Progressive a.m. to noon, and Pewamo-West- for families only. Group res­ Aquatic Program. phalia and Ovid-Elsie district ervations can be arranged for Ovid Crescent Club "Only certified instructors are youngsters from 12:45-l:30p.m. Saturday evenings from 5:30- up to used," Scramlin said, *and a Bus transportation will be fur­ 7 and Sunday evenings from 6-7 The Ovid Crescent Club metat the donor within two hours after Guests for the evening were ratio of one instructor for every nished to the Fowler youngsters p.m. the home of Mrs Anthony Sini- death and transplanted to another Mrs Harry Townsley's sister- 10 children is maintained. All by the Fowler School System. Ap­ Fees for open swimming will cropi on May 5. Mrs Gobel in­ person within 48 hours. The donor in-law, Mrs Annabel Chamber­ swim ability levels will be taught plications may be sent to the be 25 cents for children, 50 cents troduced the speaker for the eve­ should make his request known to lain from East Detroit and Mrs at the same time. All children superintendent's office there. for adults over 18"years of age, ning, Dr Rolland Phillips of the next of kin as that person has John Gobel's mother, Mrs Elmer 50% DISCOUNT will be tested at the first lesson DeWitt will provide transporta­ and $1 for families where a Owosso. the final decision about the do­ Limburg, from Council Bluffs, and placed in classes according tion again for sessions one, two parent attends with the children. His topic was the "Eye Bank" nation. An instruction card should Iowa, to their ability." and three and, provided enroll­ A season pass rate is being ar­ and he showed a movie titled also be sent to the Michigan Eye Refreshments were served by Five different swimming les­ ment warrants use of them, for ranged for children. "Boy With A Blindfold." Follow­ Collection Center, University of Mrs Louis Terpstra, Mrs George son periods are outlined in the sessions four and five. Several speical programs are ing the movie Dr Phillips Michigan Medical Center, Ann Sillaway, Mrs William Case and ON-ALL TIRES Arbor, Mich. YMCA plan for this summer in 1 Registration deadline is five also on the schedule for the pool answered questions about the eye Mrs David Houghton. St. Johns. There are only four days before theswimmingperiod this summer, Scramlin said. bank and stated that anyone can Mrs Clarence Semans, Mrs for the two early-morning ses­ starts. A sheet listing all the An aquatic program for pre­ make a contribution of their eyes, John Gobel and Mrs Harry sions. The cost for lessons will rules and schedules is being school, toilet-trained children regardless of their age or con­ Townsley reported on the Clinton be $6 for sessions one, three, distributed by the YMCA, and will start June 16. The purpose dition. County Federation of Women's The cornea of one eye will go Clubs Convention "at the United AMERICAN ST. JOHNS AUTOMOTIVE one person and the cornea of the Methodist Church in St. Johns on other eye to someone else. Thus April 30. They attended as dele­ GANGER two people benefit from one per­ gates along with Mrs Richard & TIRE DISCOUNT CENTER Area baseball summaries son's eyes. DePond and Mrs Harold Beard- SOCIETY The eyes have to be taken from slee. US-27 North Ph. 224-4562

DeWITT 5 LAINGSBURG 4 PEWAMO-WESTPHALIA 10 first inning, three times in the • The DeWitt Panthers whacked POTTERVILLE 0 second, pushed across single out eight hits but had to come up Mike Miller and Don Bengel runs in the fourth and fifth and allowed Pottervllle only four hits with a runinthetopof theseventh wound up with a big six-run last Thursday as the Pewamo- to edge Laingsburg 5-4 in a inning in the sixth. St. Pat's got CMAC game last Wednesday, Westphalia Pirates trampled the Vikings 10-0 in the first game six hits off three Laingsburg Mike Botke and Mike Cole had pitchers. Bob Brown was the home runs and Roger Berry two of a double-header. P-W seored winner. singles to pace DeWitt. Ray Cur­ four times in the second inning IV**1 tis had a homer, Gene Smith a and added two more runs in each double and Terry Hull two singles of the third, fourth and sixth for Laingsburg. Mike Beach was innings. The Pirates batted out ERNST the winning pitcher for DeWitt. 11 hits, including three by John Fedewa and two each by Mike WEBBERVILLE 6 Miller and Bob Hafner. DeWITT 3 PEWAMO-WESTPHALIA 12 Webberville handed DeWitt POTTERVILLE 3 Quality Guaranteed their second loss of the season The second game of Pewamo- Ph. 224-7041 last Thursday with a Q-3 /win^ Westphalia's double-header, with in thei first game &$3&J$ui>i£-'' PdtterViTle'1 'ttlrh'ed-^oue1'^ beTa ST. JOHNS header. Webberville punched in slugfest, tdb, with 'the Pirates three runs in the first inning to winning again 12-3, They col­ set the pace, then added one in lected 12 hits off three Potter­ the third and two in the fourth vllle pitchers. Tom Barke/had Commercial off loser Roger Berry. DeWitt two hits, including a home run, scored twice in the third inning Dan Weber had a triple and Industrial and once in the sixth. Rick Cole double, and John Bengel had three had two of DeWitt's six hits. singles and Rex Kramer two. Residential Pottervllle got five hits off Mike DeWITT 7 Miller and Mike Cotter. P-W WEBBERVILLE 1 scored nine runs in the fourth DeWitt got seven hits in the inning to break open a 3-2 lead. second game of their double- WE FEATURE header 'with Webberville last LAINGSBURG 13 Thursday and won with ease, 7-1. ST. PATRICK'S 6 Rick Cole had three hits, includ­ Terry Hull, Doug Morrill and *Free Estimates ing a home run, and Steve Swan Gene Smith led Laingsburg *24 hour Emergency had a pair of safeties. The Pan­ batters in a 13-6 conquest of Service thers scored their runs in Portland St. Patrick's last bunches, breaking the ice with Thursday. The Laingsburg * Design & Layout two in the third inning, adding diamond men outscored the of Lighting Systems three in the fourth and picking Shamrocks 13-6 and outhit them up the final two In the sixth. 12-6. Morrill and' Hull each *1 yr. Guarantee Greg'Kirchen was the winning had three hits and Smith had two. on Workmanship pitcher. Laingsburg scored twice in the Powerful-Easy to Handle JOHN DEERE LAWN & GARDEN TRACTORS >. COME TAKE YOUR PICK! tf!

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Page 16 A CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Wednesday, May 21, 1969 News of area servicemen \ we care their appearance, procedures on enemy captures, special orders, general orders and guard duty. The man receiving the highest score is then named "Soldier of the Month." Yerrick recelveda$25savings bond, three days of rest and recreation in the country, was permitted to travel for seven days with their colonel, and went with General Pepke for one day. He has been promoted from specialist 4 to specialist 5 and his parents expect him to return from Viet Nam the later part of July or the first part of August. His complete address is: Spec. 5 Jerry Yerrick US 54977902 H.H.T. 2nd/lst Cav, 4th Infantry Division, APO San Francisco, Prices Effective through Sunday, May 25th Only KEITH MAYERS DANIEL RITTER JERRY YERRICK Calif. 96262.

DANDY DANDELION Pfc Keith L. Mayers has been Sgt. Daniel R. Rltter received Mr and Mrs Lyle Yerrick re­ In last week's issue of the Top Quality, Government Inspected promoted to Specialist 4 in Dong his promotion to sergeant on May ceived word that their son, Spec. paper a report on Specialist Ha, Viet Nam. He has served 1. He" Is stationed with the Air 5 Jerry Yerrlck, has been named The dandelion wars are in full swing but few Yerrick was incorrect. The in­ near the DMZ since Feb, 1 and Defense Command at Clark Air "Soldier of the Month/ in Viet formation was received from the yard generals have encountered an attack like drives a 25-ton track vehicle Force Base in the Philippine Nam, U.S. Army Home Town News called a duster. that facing Joe Madar, above. Joe found this Islands. To receive the award each of Center In Kansas City, Mo. Mayers graduated from Rodney the troop headquarters A, B, FRESH pesky weed bearing seven hea'ds on one stem in B. Wilson High School in 1967 Ritter is a 1966 graduate of C, and D pick one soldier. He his yard at 5339 S. DeWitt Road, St. Johns, and entered the service on Jan. Rodney B. Wilson High School. then appears before aboard con­ 23, 1968. He Is the son of Mr and His wife Linda and his parents, and odds like that would give even the most de­ taining 6E-8's and above. They Mrs Raymond Mayers of R-2,St. Mr and Mrs Roland Ritter, reside question the men on map reading, termined of green thumbs a twinge of uneasiness. Johns. in St. Johns. military intelligence, weapon safety, current events, care and DRIVE *7fe&w FRYERS maintenance of a vehicle and IN „_^' ST. JOHN3, MICHIGAN MAY 23, 24, 25"" also regarding their work. -FEATURES- The men are then graded on JOHN WAYNE By MRS. MAMIE O'CONNELL, Correspondent—Ph. 981-2374 Whole KATHARINE ROSS Fryers Mrs Virginia Murphy of Holt Mother's Day with his parents CLINTON BFUFIGBTFRS: News notes from the and Mrs Julia Lovejoy visited Mr and Mrs James Boomer. THEATER A UNIVERSAL PICTURE Clinton County business world Mrs Elizabeth Cusack at the Ran­ Mrs Elizabeth Welsh was a TECHNICOLOR" • PANAVISION' kin Convalescent Home Thurs­ Mother's Day guest of John, Ed, Downtown St. Johns day. They also called on other ITS NOT WHO YOU CON.. Catherine and Esther O'Connell. FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY irs HOW YOU DO IT! c Prizes ranging from a 1969 friends and relatives. Mr and Mrs Cecil Tait are MAY 23, 24, 25 Cut-up Fryers 35 station wagon to a sailboat will spending the week vacationing in PDUL Robert McMillan and John O'­ nEiumnn go to lucky heating oil users in Northern Michigan. Brien visited Paul McConnell The Secret War of a sweepstakes contest announced STEVE near Rosebush last week May 12. by R. F. Smith, local Standard Tom Ward is a patient at Car­ .HARRY FRIGG Hygrade's Skinless Paul is recuperating after sur­ son City Hospital. 'iS© TECHNICOLOR-. Oil agent at St. Johns. m* UNIVERSAL PICTURE gery at the Midland Hospital. Mrs Mamie O'Connell andMrs MCQUEEN They also called on Mr and Mrs Vera O'Grady visited Mrs Emma EDGAR ALLAN POE'S Heating oil users, whether or David Cotter and family at Mt. Henley in Lansing on May 13. AS not they are customers of Stan­ THE piT AND THE Ball Park Franks Pleasant. Mrs Mayme Coonan is in very dard Oil, will be eligible to win. Bruce Boomer of Lansing spent poor health. Entry blanks are included in •BULLITT PENDULUM several major magazines. The -*^TSW\ sweepstakes contest is designed l-LB, to call attention to Standard Oil's PKG. annual summer fill program for home heating oil customers. NO 69 OTHER OUR OWN Kenneth E. Snider of St. Johns, c representative for The Pruden­ tial Insurance Co., has qualified MICHIGAN Tea Bags 70 for the 1968 Leaders Conference 1fic SAVINGS 100 CT. PKG. M JB by being among the top 10 agents KENNETH SNIDER through his sales record of life, BANK sickness and accident and hos­ AnANNn PAGE—rAUE—Ouvurr Finestnnesi ijuamyQuality 4th 4fc pitalization insurance. Hubbardston CAN The conference will be held at Salad Dressing.. « 39 Mrs Mamie O'Connell the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Phone 981-2374 Springs, Colo., May 21-24. Pur­ PAY Special! SaCe pose of the conference is to broaden knowledge and skill to Mr and Mrs George Nevills are YOU better serve clients and policy­ the proud parents of a son, George holders. Lynn, born May 13th at Carson EIGHT City Hospital. O'CLOCK Snider and his wife Betty and Abram Graham of Lansing MORE children Jeanne and Roger left called on old friends and class­ Sunday for aleisurely motor trip, mates this past week INTEREST visiting points of interest along the way. Shop in Clinton County. THAN NEW HOME CENTRAL NATIONAL 20c OFF FOR SALE on Pazkez Plain or (£1 Custard Flavored 17'0z. Cake ^^a.&^^?™^ CLASS OF 73 Angel Food 39

JANE PARKER—sppifbje Crusted 1-LB< In just four years (we guarantee your return for four full years., .few other banks do) the money you invest in a lemon Pie,,,. IS 49 Central National V.I. P. Time Deposit Savings will bring JANE PARrx'^ BREAD—Save it an average return on your investment of 5.53% per year... 2-LB. Deluxe Liberty Home LOAF 39 if held the full four years." How is this accomplished? Well Pullman Loaf *Three bedrooms Central National believes you should have every penny of -.!•. -tJ.—' *1 1/2 Bath Interest that you have coming to you. At Central National FIRM, CRISP HEADS *Fu!l basement JSm V. LP. savings enjoy continuous compounding of interest with storm cellar every hour of every day. *C!ompleteiy decorated *Fully carpeted What a wonderful gift for the graduate.. .what a wonderful LETTUCE * Landscaped & way to insure a college education for your youngsters. And Sodded lawn should you need your funds prior to the four year time plan, *FHA 30-yr. loan approved you can withdraw your funds at specified times without loss 24 SIZE c of interest! r ea FLORIDA NEW CROP 18 "If you want Quality, The Neighbors you can bank on- - - Sebago Potatoes 10 *& o™ see a Liberty Home" CENTRAL NATIONAL Shop A&P... the store that cares DARLINGS, Inc BANK OF ST. JOHNS 200 S. MAIN ST. OVID ... about You! 834-2252 MEMBER F.D.I.C. Ovid, PewQino and two offices in St. Johns • • seniors start week before graduation Fowler, P-W graduate May 28

With students humming strains of "Graduation Day" and broad smiles onfaces of senior students throughout the county, the big day Is not tar off. The hustle and bustle Is in full swing, with pic­ tures being exchanged, parties being planned, and special gifts being purchased. In 1969 approximately 600 Clinton County seniors will grad­ uate. Pewamo-Westphalia and SECTION B—Wednesday, May 21, 1969 Fowler High Schools will be first with commencement exercises scheduled for Wednesday eve­ Hospital Auxiliary ning, May 28. DeWitt and Bath will follow on June 3 and 5, Clarence Hill president respectively. St. Johns will have has membership its final graduation class from Rodney B. Wilson High School on of county Senior Citizens drive, program June 9, / RUSSELL WENTWORTH MSGR. HUGH BEAHAN AUSTIN BUCHANAN Each school has planned Clarence Hill has served as Clinton County Pomona Grange, The annual membership drive . .. Speaker at DeWitt in accounting and purchasing for ... Fowler Speaker . . . P-W Speaker special events, guest speakers, president of the Clinton County and overseer of Bingham Town­ 46 years. of the Clinton Memorial Hospital and other items to make this Senior Citizens group since 1962 ship subordinate Grange. Auxiliary is underway for 1969- year's "Graduation Day" one to when the club was first formed He recently dropped six other Hill is deeply interested in 70. remember. in St. Johns. They now have a organizations because time housing and especially the 100- membership of 75 and meet the would not permit him to keep unlt apartment for low Income The membership fee goes A full schedule of graduation toward the purchase of equipment week activities at the various second and fourth Tuesday of up with his many activities. ,Grange members nowundercon­ each month in the undercroft at Hill and his wife Bessie live struction in Haslett. He also and furnishing that make a hos­ high schools follows on the en­ pital stay not only more pleasant suing pages, complete with class the St. John's Episcopal Church. at 604 Meadowlawn, Lansing (one works with the Senior Service Anyone over the age of 50 block into Clinton County). They but the care up-to-date and mod­ pictures and a summary of the Corp. which matches the unem­ ern. year's senior activities. is eligible for membership. The have one daughter, Marian, and ployed with prospective em­ group Invites guest speakers to four sons. Hill enjoys working in ployers. The Senior Citizens* On Tuesday, May 22, at 8 p.m. their meetings and they have a the garden and works part time rhythm band won first prize in at the First Congregational Revival services great deal of diversity in their at Capitol Business Service. He 1964 at the Detroit State Fair Church the hospital auxiliary programs. They also have their attended St. Johns schools, then and they have performed since board will hold their annual meet­ . at Baptist Temple own rhythm band, and the club moved to Cadillac and completed that time on a non-competitive ing. A membership ticket en­ members take pleasure trips a course in accounting at Ferris basis. All of these many titles the holder to attend this The St. Johns Baptist Temple visiting various points of interest State Institute. He then moved activities keep Hill a very busy meeting and be entertained by at 400 E. State Street is having throughout the state. to Chicago and was employed club president. Mrs Doris Paul of East Lansing. revival services from May 25 They will travel to Howell soon through 31 at 7 p.m. each even­ for a get together with the club Mrs Paul and her husband, who ing. Rev Lawrence Housel will is director of concerts and lec­ there and enjoy dinner, contests tures at MSU, have just returned be preaching on Sunday evening and other forms of entertain­ fron a swing through South Amer­ and the speaker for the balance ment. ica where they visited 10 coun­ of the week will be Rev Charles Other officers include Elzle tries. Brady of Belleville, Mich. Exelby, vice-president; Carmen Special music will be played Tranchell, secretary; Roy The program features her by the Brady Trio, the Sons Of Ormsby, treasurer; and Bessie jewelry collection from all over the world. They have visited a Tom Barker, Gar/ Fedewa,' Elaine Kohagen, Jim Bengel and Roy Schnei­ Grace quartet from Ithaca and Hill, band and program director. the Girls Quartet from the local Mr Hill Is also on the board total of 60 countries. Each piece der received the highest academic records for the senior class at Pewamo- church. of directors and treasurer of of jewelry has its own story and Westphalia High School. It is the tradition of the school not to select a val­ The public is invited to attend the Gerontology society, presi­ beauty. the services. dent of the Grange Credit Union, Coffee and tea will be served edictorian or salutatorian but to choose the top five students from the senior- on the board of directors of the after the program. Tickets may class. All five have received scholarships and have actively participated In Capitol City Grange Housing be obtained from any board mem­ Many not only expect the worst ber or at the door the night of extra-curricular activities throughout their high school years. —they look for it. Corp. of Haslett, master of the CLARENCE HILL the program.

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CLINTON OF THE NATIONAL CLINTON AREA

/ ' Best of Luck %•' » Class of '69

Congratulations to all the graduates in the FDKS Clinton area for a job well done. You have HDEHAt DEPOIir INSURAMCt COlfOIATIOH achieved a major goal in your life and it took a lot of hard work. We w ish you success in your future plans whether it's CLINTON NATIONAL a college degree or an exciting career you plan to follow.

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CLINTON mom NATIONAL BANK AlO TRUST COMPANY "BIG enough to SERVE You . . J SMALL enough to KNOW You" •r< Page 2 B CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Wednesday, May 21, 196? Elsie Area ELSIE METHODIST CHURCH Rev Gordon Showers, Minister 9:30 a.m.—Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.—Sunday School, Supt, Next Sunday In Merle Baese,

DUPLAIN METHODIST CHURCH Rev Gordon Showers, Minister 10 a.m.—Sunday School, Supt. Ken­ Clinton County Churches neth Klgcr 11 a.m.—Worship service All Churches In Clinton County are invited to send FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH their weekly announcements to The Clinton County Rev Lome Thompson, Pastor 10:00 a.m.—Worship service News, They must reach us by 10 a.m. Monday to insure 11:00 a.m.—Sunday School, Paul Brown, Supt. publication in the current week's issue. 6 p.m.—Junior and Senior BYF Scrip lure* lelecttd by the American Blbte Society 7 p.m.—Evening Service 3:30 p.m., Wednesday—Junior and John St. Johns Area FIRST BAPTIST CinjRCH 7:00 p.m.—Evangelistic Service Senior Choir practice, 13:31-35 South US-27 8:00 p.m.—Morning Choir practices 7 p.m., Wednesday — Prayer and Rev Roger Harrison, Pastor Wednesday. 7:00 p.m. — Mid-week Bible Study, John John FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHUItCII 10 a.m. —Sunday School, Willard Prayer Service; 8:00 p.m.—Morning Gernld Churchill, Minister Goldman. Supt. Choir practice 13:36 14:8-17 Wed., May 21 — 6;45, Boy Scout 11 a.m.—Worship Service on WRBJ, Saturday 10:00 a.m.—Jr. Choir prac- ELSIE BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH 14:7 Troop No. 01; 8:00 Snior Choir re­ 1500 kc. 115'E. Main St. hearsal. 11:30 a.m.—Children's Churches 1st Thursday 7:30 p.m.—Woman's Roy F. LaDuke, Pastor Sat., May 24—12:30, Junior Choir; 6 p.m.—Omega Club for Teens Mission Society 10 a.m.—Sunday School John John 1;UJ children's choir. 7 p.m.—Evening Worship End Saturday 2:00 p.m.—Ann Judson 11 a.m.—Morning Worship 14:25-31 15:1-11 Sun., May 25 (Pentecost)—9:45, Each Wed., 7 p.m.—Family Night Guild lor Jr. Hi. girls 7 p.m.—Evening Service Church School; 11;C0, Worship service Service—Hour of Power, Whirlybird 3rd Tuesday 6:30 p.m.—Men's Fel­ 7 p.m.—Wednesday Bible Study sermon: "The Mighty Work of God"; and Junior Youth meetings. Choirs— lowship 6:00, Youth Fellowship leaves for John John Whirlybird, Youth, Miss Teen En­ DUPLAIN CHURCH OF CHRIST 15:12-17 - special meeting at Merrill. semble. Fowler Area 15:18-27 Tues., May 27—8:00, Mabel Maler First Sunday—Communion Service. 3 miles west Ovid-Elsie High School Division at the home of Mrs, Thom­ First Monday—Deacons meeting. MOST HOLY TRINITY CHURCH 5565 E, Colony Road as Taylor, 337 Norh US-27. First Tuesday—Ladies' Missionary Rev Fr Albert J. Schmitt, Pastor Justin Shepard, Minister Copyright 1363 Kehter Advertising Service, Inc., Straiburg, Vrt, Circle. Sunday Masses—6:30, 8:30 and 10:30 Jack Schwark, S.S, Supt. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH "The Singing Church with the a.m. 10 a.m.—Bible School Rev Harold E. Homer, Minister Salvation Message" Weekdays—During school year, 7 11 a.m.—Worship Hour 10:00 Morning Worship. a.m. and 8:15 a.m. 7 p.m.—Junior and Youth Fellow­ 11:15 Church School. Holy Days—5:30, 7:30 a.m. and 8 ship SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST8 7:45 p.m.—Evening Service 7:00 Junior High M.Y.F. 686 North Lansing Street p.m. Sorrowful Mother Novena—Friday, 7 p.m., Wednesday—Prayer Meet­ Wed., May 21—3:30 Girl Scouts; Elder, E. F. Herzel, Pastor ing 7:00 Chancel' Choir rehearsal, Services held on Saturday 7:30 p.m. Thurs.. May £2—9:00 a.m., Wom­ 9:15 a.m.—^Church Service Saturdays—7:30 a.m. en's Bible study class; 6:45 p.m. 10:30 a.m,—Sabbath School Service ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH Chapel Choir rehearsal. Rev Fr E. J. Konieczka, Pastor FrI., May 23—4:0j p.m. Children's SHEPARDSVILLE UNITED Riley Township Rectory: Bannister, Phone 862-5270 membership class. METHODIST CHURCH Sunday Masses—8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Before I had a chance to say, "Guess Tues., May 27—1:30 p.m. The Eliz­ Rev Leroy Howe ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH Daily Mass—7:30 a.m.; First Fri­ who/' Jack knew it was 1. We're like abeth Circle will meet with Mrs. Ma­ 9:30 a.m.—Morning Worship MISSOURI SYNOD day, 8 p.m. bel Ludwick. Co-hostess, Mrs. Vera 11 a.m.—Church School 4'A miles west of St. Johns on M-21 Holy Days—Masses 7 a.m. and 8 that — maybe it's because we're twins. Ridenour. The Ruth Circle meets with 5'A miles south on Francis road p.m. Mrs. Evelyn Putnam. Co-hostess, 2 miles west on Church road Confessions—4 to 5 and 7:30 to Mrs. 1 heron Richards, CHURCH OF GOD Marvin L. Bant, Pastor 8:30 p.m. every Saturday and before We've always been close. When we The Senior M.Y.F. will be serving Rev Dean Stork, Pastor 8 a.m.—Worship Service Mass on Sundays, Holy Days and home made Ice cream on the church Whittemore and Railroad on US-27 9:15 a.m.—Sunday School First Fridays. were, small, we had a private adven- lawn May 30, after the parade. 10:00 a.m.—Church School 10:30 a.m.—Worship Service 11:00 a.m.—Morning Worship Holy Communion first Sunday ear-. tureland out in our back woods. Hard­ ST. JOHN'S LUTHERAN CHURCH 6:30 p.m.—Youth Fellowship ly service, thircLSunday late service. Eagle Area ly a day went by that Jack didn't help * US-27 at Sturgis 7:00 p.m.—Adult Prayer group Rev Robert D. Koeppen, Pastor 7:30 p.m.—Evening Service SOUTH RILEY BIBLE CHURCH EAGLE METHODIST CHURCH me out of some scrape. He was the ,9 a.m.—Sunday School and Bible Wednesday, 8 p.m.—Prayer meet­ Rev Alfred Tripp, Pastor ing; choir practice, 7 p.m. Willard Farrier. Pastor Classes Located V4 mile east of Francis 14246 Michigan Avenue one who was able to entice me down •10:15 a.m.—Divine Worship Road on Chadwick Road Telephone 627-6533 •Holy Communion, 1st Sunday each PILGRIM UNITED 10:00 a.m.—Morning Worship from that tree when I fell halfway month. METHODIST CHURCH 10 a.m.—Sunday School 11:10 a.m.—Church School .Church Nursery during services. (Formerly EUB Church) 11 a.m.—Worship Service 7:30 p.m.—Evening Service from the top—and lay paralyzed with 6 and 7:30 p.m.—Instruction Clas­ Eugene W. Friesen, Minister 7:30 p.m.—Senior MYF Sunday fright between two branches. I bailed ses, Mondays. Brian K. Sheen, Assistant Minister 7:00 p.m.—Junior MYF Wednesday 6:30 p.m.—Junior Choir, Wednesday W. Pilgrim (formerly Bengal EUB) Gunnisonville Area him out of several misadventures, too. night. Corner of Parks and Grove Roads 9:30 a.m.—Worship EAGLE FOURSQUARE CHURCH 7:30 p.m.—Senior Choir, Wednesday GUNNISONVILLE Rev. and Mrs Royal Burnett, Pastor night. 10:30 a.m.—Church School E. Pilgrim (formerly Bingham EUB) UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 10:30 a.m.—Sunday School When it came to college—we chose a :30-ll :30 a.m. — Confirmation In­ Corner of Taft and County Farm Rds, Olark and Wooa Roaas 11:15 a.m.—Morning Worship struction, Saturdays. 11 a.m.—Worship Rev Marcel B. Elliott, Pastor 7:30 p.m. — Wednesday Prayer the same one. And it's been nice. Ev­ First Tuesday each month, Ladles' 10 a.m.—Church School 9 a.m.—Sunday School meeting ery now and then we get together Guild, 8 p.m. Combined Junior MYF will be held 10:00 a.m.—Morning Worship Second Tuesday each month, Men's at the parsongae (located at Parks A friendly church where all are and talk out our problems, just as we Club, 8 p.m. and DeWltt Roads) at 6:30 p.m. welcome Ovid Area Third Tuesday each month, Lu­ always have. We go to church to­ theran Women's Missionary League. Combined Senior MYF will be held OVU> FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 7;30 p.m. at the parsonage at 7:30 p.m. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH Main at Oak Street gether, too. Adult information classes held at Fowler, Michigan Rev Earl C. Copelln, Pastor the convenience of the interested FREE METHODIST CHURCH H. E. Rossow, Pastor Myron Woodruff, Church School Supt. parties. Phone 224-7400 (parsonage) 305 Church Street Regular church services, 9:30 a.m. Mrs Ida Beardslee, Organist We're glad Mom and Dad made the or 224-3544 (office) for specific in­ E. E. Courser, Minister Sunday School, 10:3Q a.m. formation, , 10:00 a.m,—Sunday School 9:45 a.m.—Church School Church an important part of our lives. Church office hours: Monday, Wed­ 11:00 a.m.—Morning Worship 11 a.m.—Morning Worship nesday, Thursday, Friday—9 to 12 7:45 p.m,—Evening Worship Wednesday, 7 p.m., Senior Choir When we think of graduation and the a.m. Thursday, 7:45 p.m.—Prayer service Maple Rapids Area Wednesday, 8 p.m., Prayer 8:0U p.m. (2nd and 4th Thursdays) inevitable parting of our ways, it's .ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH GREENBUSH METHODIST CHURCH Hev William G. Hankerd, Pastor Free Methodist Youth meeting CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH good to know that each of us has an Rev William Tate Ovid, Michigan Rev Joseph Labiak 10:30 a.m.—Church School Robert B, Hayton, Pastor Associate Pastor ASSEMBLY OF GOD ever-present source of strength and S. US-27 & E. Baldwin 11:30 a.m.—Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.—Sunday School Rectory—109 Linden St.—Ph. 224-3313 11 a.m.—Morning Worship guidance in God and His Church. Convent—110 S. Oakland—Ph. 224-3789 Joseph F. Eger, Jr., Pastor 10:00 a.m.—Sunday School MAPLE RAPIDS 6 p.m.—Sunday evening singing for School—201 E. Cass—Ph. 224-2421 METHODIST CHURCH boys and girls. Mass Schedule 11:00 a.m.—Morning Worship 6:30 p.m.—Youth Service Rev William Tate, Pastor 7 p.m.—Sunday evening services. Sundays—Winter (September-June) Sunday Wednesday evening prayer meeting 7-.3Q, 9, 10:30, 12 noon and 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m.—Sunday Evening 7 p.m.—Wednesday, second and 9 a.m.—Morning Worship at 7 p.m. Summer (June-September) 6, 8, 10, 10:15 a.m.—Sunday School 12 noon and 7 p.m. fourth, WMC 7:30 p.m.—Wednesday evening Monday CHURCH OF GOD Holy Days—See bulletin. 7 p.m.—Webelos Weekdays—Monday, Friday and service Ovid, Michigan Saturday—7:30 and 8:30 a.m. Tues­ Tuesday Rev. L. Sanders, Pastor 1:30 p.m.—WSCS, first Tuesday of 10:00 a.m.—Sunday School day, Wednesday and Thursday 8:30 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE month. aim. and 7:15 p.m. 515 North Lansing Street 11:00 a.m.—Morning Worship Sacrament of Penance—Saturdays, . Rev Wesley Manker 7 p.m.—Chapel Choir rehearsal 6:00 p.m.—Youth Fellowship 3:30 to 5 p.m.; 7:30 to 9 p.m. Week­ Phone 224-7050 8 p.m.—Official Board meets on 7:00 p.m.—Evening Service day evenings—a few minutes before 10:00 a.m,—Sunday School second Tuesday of month. 7:30 p.m.—Wednesday, Bible Study; evening Mass. _ 11:00 a.m.—Morning Worship Wednesday B:45 p.m.—Choir practice First Fridays—Sacrament of Pen­ 6:15 p.m.—Young People's Service 3:30 p.m.—Chancel Choir rehearsal ance, Thursday from 3:30 to 5 p.m. 7*01 p.m.—Evening Worship 7:30 p.m.—Boy Scouts THE UNITED CHURCH and after the evening Mass until all Wednesday, 6:30 p.m,—Caravan. Thursday Ovid, Michigan a.*re 'heard. Mass and Prayers of 7:45 p.m.—Bible Study and prayer 8 p.m.—Bible Study Services at the Front St. Church Adoration at 7:15 p.m. Holy Com­ hour. Friday Gordon E. Spalenka, Minister i\ munion on Friday at 6 and 7:15 a.m. 3:30 p.m.—Junior MYF Mrs C. E. Tremblay, Church A'doration of the Blessed Sacrament, School Superintendent 8f30 p.m. on Thursday through 7 p.m. LOWE METHODIST CHURCH 9:30 a.m.—Church School Classes on First Friday. DeWitt Area Rev William Tate 10 a.m.—Adult Class •Devotions—Our Mother of Perpet­ 9:00 a.m.—Church School 11 a.m.—Morning Worship ual Help Novena — after 7:15 p.m. DeWITT COMMUNITY CHURCH 10:15 a.m.—Morning Worship 5 p.m.—Youth Fellowships Mass each Tuesday. _ J „ {Inter-denominational) Each Wednesday after school, Jun­ Religious Instruction Classes—Adult Rev Sidney J. Rowland, Pastor CONGREGATIONAL ior and Children's Choir rehearsals. Inquiry Class, Monday at 8 p.m. High Bonnie Wickerham, Supt. CHRISTIAN CHURCH Each Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Chan­ School CCD, Wednesday at 8 p.m: Elizabeth Devereaux, Co-Supt. Maple Rapids, Michigan cel Choir rehearsal. PUblic Grade School CCD, Tuesdays 9:45 a.m. —Sunday school for all Rev Robert E. Myers, Pastor Second Tuesday each month, Offici­ from 4 until 5 p.m. ages 10;00 a.m.—Worship Service al Board. THESE CLINTON COUNTY FIRMS MAKE THIS CHURCH PAGE POSSIBLE Baptisms—Each Sunday at 1:30 by 11 a.m.—Morning Worship. Nursery 11:15 a.m.—Sunday School Second Wednesday, Women's Fel­ appointment. Other arrangements by provided during morning worship. 7:00 p.m.—U.C.Y.M. meets on al­ lowship. appointment. 6:30 p.m.—Youth Fellowship ternate Sundays Third Monday, United Men's Club. 6:45 p.m.—Thursday, Cherub and junior choir. OVID FREE METHODIST CHURCH Phillips Implement Federal-Mogul DeWitt Lumber «•"" JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH 8 p.m.—Thursday, Chapel choir. W. William St. Kingdom Hall David B. Franzmeier, Pastor 1:30 p.m.—Third Friday, Women's Rev. Richard Gleason, Pastor COMPANY CORPORATION Phone 669-2763 1993 N. Lansing St. Fellowship, church basement. Parsonage: 330 Winding Brook Road Telephone 834-2473 313 N. Lanstnc St. Ph. 824-2777 St. Johns Plant Thurs., 7:30 p.m.—Theocratic Min­ DeWltt, Michigan 4B820 8:3J p.m.—Service meeting Sunday School—10:00 a.m. istry School. Five prepared Bible dis­ Phone 669-9606 Church services—11:00 a.m. cussions taken from the "Babylon" 11:00 a.m.—Worship Service. DeWitt ST. STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL Evening services—7:30 p.m. book and "Your Word Is a Lamp High School, 2957 W. Herbison Road. MISSION — CHURCHMOBILE Prayer meeting—Wed. at 7:30 p.m. to My Foot". 8:30 p.m. Service meet­ 9:45 a.m,—Sunday School and adult 122 S. Maple ing. Demonstrations and discussions discussion Rev Richard Anderson of St.'John's Federal Land Bank Central Natl Bank Dick's Clark Super 100 American Bank concerning the Ministry of Jehovah's HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Future church site on Herbison road ' Alma, In Charge Ovid, Michigan Witnesses. Theme, "Use Dedicated just west of Highway US-27. Dedica­ OF ST. JOHNS Time Wisely". Services every Sunday at 9 a.m. Rev Fr Cummings, Pastor Association tion of new church i in spring of 1070, 10:30 a.m.—Sunday Mass 910 US-27 St. Johns I Sunday, U:00 a.m.—Public lecture St Johns—Ovid—Pewamo and Trust Company } i 7 p.m.—Evening Mass on Thursday. P.O. Box 228 Ph. 224-7127 given by a qualified representative Marherron Area Confessions following evening Mass. Member FDIC of The Watchower Bible and Tract DeWITT METHODIST CHURCH Society. 10:00 a.m. Watchtower study. Jim McKenzie Agency Woodruff office DeWitt North Bridge Street UNITED BRETHREN CHURCH May 1st issue "Taking Pleasure In Bertram W, Vermeulen, Pastor the House of My God". Matherton Michigan Pewamo Area Member F.D.I.C. ph. 669-2983 9:45 a.m.—Sunday School Rev Jessie Powell, Pastor 212 N. Clinton, St. Johns „ Tues., 7:30 p.m. — Congregation 11 a.rh.—Morning Service. Nursery Book study held locally at the Jack 9:45 a.m.—worship Service ST. JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC CHURCH Egan Ford Sales, Inc. 314 w. Washington, Ionia. available for all pre-school children 10:45 a.m,—Sunday School Schroeder residence in Ovid. Text during the worship service. Pewamo, Michigan 200 W. Hlgham Phone 224-2285 studied: "Babylon the Great has Fall­ 8:00 p.m. — Wednesday, Midweek Rt Rev Msgr Thomas J. Bolger, M.A., Capitol Savings 6:30 p.m.—Methodist Youth Fel­ prayer meeting Pastor en. God's Kingdom Rules", lowship (all sections). o Public invited—free—no collection We welcome you to the fellowship Sunday Masses—6 a.m., 8 a.m. and AND LOAN ASSN. taken, of our services. Our desire is that you 10 a.m. 222 N. Clinton Phone 234-2304 EMMANUEL METHODIST CHURCH may find the warmth of welcome and Dally Mass—7:30 a.m. Myrl Pierce Corner Clark and Schavey Roads the assistance in (your worship of Holy Baptism—Sunday, 1 p.m. Masarik's Shell ! PRICE UNITED METHODIST Bertram W. Vermeulen, Pastor Christ. Sacred Confession—Saturday, 3:30 Walling Gravel Co. Distr. of Sunoco Products „ CHURCH 9:30 a.m.—Worship Service First and third Sundays Matherlon and 7:30 p.m. SERVICE « Dr Leroy T. Howe, Minister 11 a.m.—Sunday School, adults and Ph. 224-4084 N. Scott nd. Phone 669-7362 children. Church, second and fourth at Fenwick Family Holy Hour for Peace—Satur­ 107 E. State Ph. 224-9952 * 9:45 a.m.—Church School Church day, 7:15 p.m. t 11 a.m.—Morning Worship Newcomers and old friends are al­ 11420 N. DeWitt Rd. i Men's Club to meet 3rd Thursday ways welcome MATHERTON COMM UNITY Harris Oil of the month at 7:30 p.m. CHURCH f Women's Society meets the fourth ST. ANNE'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 2:00 p.m.—Sunday School Victor Township COMPANY Wednesday of each month. Dinner at Corner US-27 and Webb Road 3:00 p.m.—Worship service S & H Farm Sales 12:30. Meeting at 1:30. Rev Hugh E. Banninga, Vicar GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Roger Moore & Lloyd Harris Rectory 224-2600 Office 224-2885 Hev. Robert Prange, Pastor .. Youth Fellowship meets the first & Service ) t and third Sunday of each month at 2nd and 4th Sundays—9 a.m., Holy Fulton Area Price and Shcpardsville roads 6 p.m. Communion and sermon. 10:00 a.m.—Sunday school, Classes New Holland Machinery * Educatfon Commission to meet the Other Sundays — 9 a.m., morning FULTON FULL GOSPEL CHURCH for all ages prayer and sermon. l 11:00 a.m.—Morning Worship Our Specialty 4th Monday night of each month at h mile east of Perrinton on M-57, 6:30 p.m.—Young People 7 p.m. Church school every Sunday, 9:30 "A mile south D & B Party Shoppe < Official Board meets the first Sun- a.m. Rev. Fred Wing, Pastor 7:30 p.m.—Evening Service 4 Ml. N. on US-27 to French Rd. day of each month following a pot- 9:45 a.m.—Sunday School 7:30 p.m.—Wednesday, prayer meet­ Open Monday thru Saturday Phone 224-4661 Mathews Elevator luck dinner at noon. EAST DeWITT BIBLE CHURCH 11:00 a.m.—Morning Worship ing Complete Party Supplies (Non Denominational) 7:00 p.m.—Youth Service Ladies Missionary circle meets 4th Grain—Feed—Beans * Youth Choir and Craft Club meets Thursday 224 N, Clinton Phone 224-3535 on Wednesday night at 7 p.m. Round Lake Road V*. mile 7:45 p.m.—Evening Service Phone 582-2551 East of US-27 7:45 p,m.—Thursday, Prayer Couples Club meets 4th Saturday in Ovid Conv. Manor * Senior Choir meets each Wednes­ and month day at 7 p.m. Glen J. Farnham, Pastor praise service Clinton National Hazel Dlctz, LPN Adm. Sunday— 9480 W. M-21 Phone 517-834-2281 10 a.m.—Sunday School. Classes for SALEM UNITED METHODIST BANK & TRUST COMPANY ST. JOHNS BAPTIST TEMPLE all ages. CHURCH Wacousta Area GlaSpie Drug StOK 400 E. State Street 11 a.m.—Morning Worship Rev Ralph Conine 200 N. Clinton Ph. 224-2351 Farmers Co-op WACOUSTA COMMUNITY Rev Jerry Thomas, Pastor •> 5:45 p.m.—Youth Fellowship. Senior, 10 a.m.—Sunday School 221 N. Clinton * Phone 224-3154 ELEVATOR Sunday School at 10 a.m., with 14 and up; Jet Cadets, 10-13. 11 a.m.—Morning Worship METHODIST CHURCH classes for all ages. Teaching from 7 p.m.—Evening Service 7:30 p.m.—Midweek Services Rev Dale Spoor, Pastor Wayne Feeds and Grain Ihc Book of Revelation, Wednesday— Phone 627-2316 Phone 582-26G1 ,• Morning worship at 11 a.m. 7:30 p.m.—Bible Study and prayer. ST. MARTIN DePORRE MISSION 10 a.m.—Morning Worship r Sunday, 6 p.m., study hour, with Supervised nursery for babies and Middleton, Mich. 11 a.m.—Sunday School Wes'Gulf Service adult group, young people's group small children in all services. Father Charles L. Ganley, Pastor 6:30 p.m.—Senior and Junior Youth Antes Cleaners •and Jet Cadets group. "An open door to an open book" Sunday Mass—9:15 a.m. Fellowship Pickup and Delivery WE GIVE S&H STAMPS 'e Sunday, 7 p.m., evangelistic mes-, , . ,_A Bible preaching church with a No Weekday mass Thursday, 3 p.m.—Children's Choir .sagc. message for you , . . Thursday, 7:30 p.m.—Senior Adult 108 W. Walker Ph. 231-4529 Free Pick-up & Delivery * Wednesday at 7, prayer meeting Choir > S. US-27 Ph. 224-2212 •and study hour. ST. THERESE CATHOLIC CHURCH Eureka Area Official Board meeting at 0 p.m. on FT Robert T. Palmer, Pastor 4th Monday of each month. Fr Eugene Sears and Fr James CONGREGATIONAL Methodist Men's Club Meetings — - ST. JOHN'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Murray, Assistant Pastors CHRISTIAN CHURCH Potluck at church at 6:30 p.m, on Maynard-AHen Icorner of East Walker and Mead Sts, Rectory: 102 W. Randolph, Lansing Eureka, Michigan 1st Wednesdays of Sept.t Dec, Feb. Rodemacher n , n „ „_ STATE BANK f Rev Hugh E. Banninga, Pastor Phone 4Q7-3749 Rev William D. Moore and April. Sunday morning breakfast CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FCW S HeXOlt MOW SHINGLE SHACK > ) >Rectory 224-2600 Office 224-2803 Mass Schedule—Sundays: 6, 7:30, 9, 10 a.m.—Sunday School on 1st Sunday morning of Oct., Nov., Portland—Sunfleld—Westphalia Jan., March and May at 8 a.m. The Corner Drug Store ; 1st Sunday of Month—8 a.m. Holy 10:30 and 12 , 11 a.m,—Morning Worship General Building Contractors Member F.D.I.C. Ph. 587-4431 [Communion; 10:30 a.m. Holy Com- Weekdays—6:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m. (8 110 N. Kibbee Phone 224-7118 Phone 224-2837 RESTAURANT Hnunion and Sermon a.m. non-school days). * Other Sundays—8 a.m. Holy Com- Confessions—Saturdays: 3:30 to 5, Bath Area Westphalia Area Jmunfon; 10:30 a.m. Morning Prayer 7:30 to 9 p.m. rand Sermon Eves of Holy Days and First Fri­ BATH UNITED METHODIST ST. MARY'S CHURCH ; Fall Schedule day—4 to 5, 8 to 9. CHURCH Hev Fr Aloyslus H. Miller, Pastor »r 10:30 a.m.—Nursery School Perpetual Help Devotions, Satur­ Rev Alma Glotfolty Hev Walter L.- Spillane Vouchers ** Statements * 11 a.m.i—Church School, kindergarten day, 7:30 p.m. Telephone 641-6687 Assistant Pastor £to 6th grade Holy Day Masses—7, 8, 10 a.m.; 10 a.m.—Worship Sunday Masses—(J, 8 and 10 a.m. 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. 11 a.m.—Church School Weekdays—During school year 7:00, Letterheads • Envelopes SEND GIFT First Friday Masses-i-6:30, 8:30 and 7:45 and 11:15 a.m. 7:30 p.m. (8 a.m. non-school days). BATH BAPTIST CHURCH Saturdays—6:45 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. Rev. James L. Burleigh, Pastor Holy Days—5:30, 7:30, 9 a.m. and Business Cards • Menus 10:00 a.m.—Sunday School 8 p.m. ( ?ro Valley Farms Area 6:30 p.m.—Youlh Fellowship Evening Mass—Friday, 8:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m.—Evening Service Whatever your printing needs, we serve • Accounting Forms • Programs • Brochures VALLEY FARMS BAPTIST CHURCH Midweek service on Wednesday 7:30 241 E. State Road p.m. Lansing Rev. LaVern Bretz, Pastor them right! Latest modern offset and 9:45-10:45 a.m.—Church School. ROSE LAKE CHURCH KIMBERLY CHURCH OF CHRIST Tickets • Booklets'•, There is a class for everyone from Reorganized L.D.S. 1007 Kimberly Drive the youngest to the oldest. The Bible Elder Jack Hodge, Pastor Lansing, Michigan letterpress equipment to assure you of is our textbook Corner of Upton and Stoll Roads John Halls 11 a.m.-l2 Noon—Morning* Worship, 10:00 a.m.—Church School 11 a.m.—Morning Worship the best results in every way. CLINTON COUNTY NEWS Junior Church for children through 6th 11:00 a.m.—Morning Worship 10 a.m.—Bible Study grade ' 7:00 p.m.—Evening Worship > 6 p.m.—Evening Worship 5!3U p.m.—BYF for both Juniors and 7.'30 p.m.—Wednesday, evening serv­ Midweek service 7:30 p.m. Wednes­ 120 E. Walker St. ST. JOHNS Phone 224-2361 TODAY! Seniors ice day night.

t - 4 Wednesday, May 21, 1969 CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Page 3 B

Pewamo - Westphalia High Fenels, Ann Freund, William ' School will graduate 73 seniors Freund, Everett Genereux, **. this year at commencement ex­ Carol Goerge, Glenna Rae Horn.*'* ercises to be held In the school Row 3, ElaineKohagen,Stanley gym at 8 -p.m. on May 28. Kolp, Gary Kramer, Rex Kra-i^ Austin Buchanan, direcjor of mer, Philip Kowatch, LoreneC-J admissions at Central Michigan Lumbert, Susan Martin, DavidS University, will be their guest Miller, Michael Miller, Janiceg speaker for the evening. O'Brien, Patty Osborne. ^ Buchanan is a native of Michigan Row 4, Donald Platte, Gary3? and graduated from Coral High Platte, Gary Pohl, Ronald Pohl,fc; School. He received his BS degree Donald Pung, Karen Pung, Ver-X' from Central Michigan Univer­ non Pung, William Savoie, Pat-*" sity and his master's from Har­ rick Schafer, Roger Schafer,Roy vard University. He was an Air Schneider. . •+ Force pilot in the European The­ Row 5, Sandra Schneider, ater during World War II. Agnes Schrauben, Barbara Roy Thelen, high school prin­ Simon, Rita Simon, Roy Simon, ir cipal, will introduce the top five Fred Schmltz, Allan Smith, Dar-. in the graduating class and pre­ lene Smith, Judy Smith, Michael.' sent the achievement awards. Smith, Sharon Smith. ?* The diplomas will be presented by Carl Kramer, school board Row 6, Shirley Smith, Alan , president. Thelen, Jerry Thelen, Connie*' Vance, Lucille Wieber, Gerald','" Graduating this June from' Wirth, Russell Wirth, Stanley' " Pewamo-Westphalia High School Wirth, Richard Wohlfert, Penny1,'* are the pictured students who are Wood, from top left: Absent are: John Cook, Joseph Heckman Jr., Kevin Thelen. Row 1, Daniel Arens, Roman Arens, Tom Barker, John Beden- bender, James Bengel, Jeannene Sole Survivor ' *. Bengel, Anne Marie Bushong, Gen. George Armstrong' Becky Campbell, Norma Jean Custer and his whole com-1- Cook, David Cummins, Donna mand were massacred at the h Devereaux. Battle of the Little Big Horn. > Row 2, Pam Devers, Mary A horse named Comanche;/! Droste, Arlene Fedewa, Gary was the only survivor of the < Fedewa, Larry Fedewa, Richard disaster.

Maryann Droste is the daugh­ AS IS THE custom, the gradu­ The senior year of '69 ter of Mr and Mrs AlfredDroste. ating class chose their own Throughout the past four years special class flower, colors, and she has been an active member motto. The chosen flower is the ^, or officer in the following clubs: yellow rose and the colors are Scholastic variety, athletic GAA, PAC, FHA, FNC, JCL, and yellow with halls of Ivy green. student council. Maryann is a The motto is, "The way is hard, To you we say congratulntinns class officer and a candy striper. but the prize is great." She plans a career in secretarial LUCK joy the story at P-W High work when she graduates. P-W High and the best of on a job well done. ,..•- 'TVh.at.is a senior year without everything for .ft. T 1 l : : 1 form of a runner-up trophy irom royalty- in the form of "The ' * " fey'GAltf' COTTEfi '?.'' - 'rfIR The name,s of^the^top ;:fiye seniors will be held on May 28, "" ' P-W High ^ our 69 Grans. ^ students; graduating from St, Pat's Christmas Invitational. Throne of '68"? This was the 1969, at 8 p.m. in the hlghschool theme of the senior homecoming PEWAMO - WESTPHALIA - '•"•' fi Pewamo-Westphalia" High School" "gym. The guest speaker will be Team captain was Tom Barker, i. who made conference first team. float. The royalty consisted of This year P-W again gave the "I have been announced. Austin Buchanan director of ad­ Dare You Award." This award Tom Barker is the son of Mr Tom also won the Clinton County Janice O'Brien, who was PENNEY S PAINT missions at Central Michigan crowned by last year's queen, is given to the outstanding senior and Mrs Jerome Barker of University. Carl Kramer, pres­ News free-throw award. The sen­ ior team members consisted of and whose reign will terminate girl and boy who have demon­ and Supply ECONOMY SHOE STORE Pewamo. He has been a member ident of the school board, will strated outstanding qualities of of PAC, Varsity Club,, and Stu­ Mike Miller, Jack Bedenbender, when she crowns next year's FIRST IN FOOT FASHIONS WITH FAMOUS BRAND NAMES present the diploma and class queen. Janice's court was made leadership, and have been well dent Council. Tom has partici­ flower to each graduate. Jerry Wirth, Don Pung, Roger 121 N. Clinton Ph. 224-2213 Schafer, and Bill Freund. up of Sharon Smith, Donna Dev­ balanced in a four-square way in There's News of Interest Stores also in Owosso and Durand pated in football, baseball, track, The junior-senior banquet was their personal development: and basketball, and was team ereaux, Jeanlne Bengel, and Chamber of Commerce Member held on May 20 at 6:30 p.m. Elaine Kohagen. physical^ mental, social, char­ in the Classified Ads captain this year. His future At this dinner the guest speaker acter. The sole purpose of this plans include college and the was Richard Wellington. MIKE SMITH and Maryann award Is to challenge seniors to Army. He is a recipient of a Droste were chosen as P-W's The student council runs under The class of '69 will leave the leadership of four seniors. measure up to their very best scholarship given by the Detroit Outstanding Teenagers. They and to aspire to constructive lives News to the college of his choice. behind the glories of an excellent have both shown distinguished They are President Roy Simon, football season. Mile Miller, of­ of service and good citizenship. James Bengel is the son of Mr qualities throughout their high Vice President Larry Fedewa, fensive captain, and Gary Pohl, school years. Secretary Donna Devereaux, and The "I Dare You" committee and Mrs Clifford Bengel of West­ defensive captain, led their team­ phalia. During the past four years Treasurer Maryann Droste. is eager to recognize character mates to their first CM AC con­ Mike is the son of Mr and Mrs This year the class of 1969 has and leadership qualities in youth, he has been a member of the ference football title. This was Science Club, Band, and SLA. Jim Leonard Smith of rural Pewamo. been under the leadership of and to encourage young people to the first time P-W High School He has been an active member in President Larry Fedewa, Vice lead creative, purposeful lives. was class treasurer in his sopho­ had won the title. Other senior more year and this year was the Science Club, where he served President Rex Kramer, Secre­ Penny Wood and Jim Bengel players were Bill Freund, Rex as treasurer for two years and tary Elaine Kohagen, and Trea­ co-director of the Thespian Or­ Kramer, Roger Schafer, Don are the proud recipients for 1969. chestra which performed for the secretary for one year. This surer Maryann Droste. Ken They will each receive a certif­ Pung, Dan Arens, Larry Fedewa, year he has taken on the re­Christensen was their sponsor. school play. After graduation his Tom Barker, Al Smith, Everett icate at our honors assembly. plans are the Navy and college. sponsibility of business manager Genereaux, Bill Savoie, andDave of the yearbook. His plans after He has been granted a trustee Cummins. scholarship from Michigan State high school include the Army and, University. Basketball left memories in the later, college. Gary Fedewa, son of Mr and Mrs Richard Fedewa, has been a member of theFFAandSclence Club. This year he solicited for the annual. He hopes to follow a career In college and engineer­ ing. Gary has been awarded a State of Michigan competitive scholarship. Elaine Kohagen is the daugh­ ter of Mr and Mrs Gerald Ko­ hagen of Pewamo, Elaine has been awarded a State of Michigan competitive scholarship and' a trustee scholarship from Central Michigan University, the college that she will enter in the fall. She has been an active member In such organizations as GAA, PAC, and FTA. She also be­ longed to the Student Council for two years, was class secretary for two years, class reporter one year, has been a J.V. cheer- leader, JCL president, queen candidate, and a member of the Pirate's Log and yearbook staffs. Elaine was also the recipient Good Wishes and the best of the DAR Good Citizen award. Congratulations.' Roy Schneider Is the son of Mr \\ of everything to our and Mrs Melvin Schneider of rural Westphalia. He is now the 1969 Graduates. Science Club president and has And the best of everything been a member of FFA. Roy has received a Michigan State Uni­ versity trustee scholarship and to our 1969 Graduates. an educational opportunity grant. His future plans are to attend Michigan State University and possibly to join the Air Force. CLINJON CROP SERVICE Finkbeiner's Pharmacy 2 Bros. Foods COMMENCEMENT exercises FOWLER, MICH, for the- 73 Pewamo-Westphalia M-21 & Forest HiN Rd. Phone 224-4071 Phone 582-3121 E: M-21 ST. JOHNS .-if; .'I •- ~ -' F •-"

\ Page 4 [J CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Wednesday, May 21, 1969

140 O-E seniors have big year to remember ; '

* • OVID^ELSIE -TheOvltl-Elsie last year's queen. The court on April 25. "Rest Assured" was senior class this year consists of consisted o f Phyllis Stewart, directed by Mr Foreback and 140 students. Missy Mizga, Sue McCreery, and student director Vicki Cerny. Our president is Keith Keck, Judy E.Thornton. We constructed Keith Keck was producer and the who is assisted by Phyllis Stew­ and decorated a sedan chair for' prompters were Becky Latz, Su­ art as vice president, Raelene our homecoming queen to ride san Doubrava, and Nancy Shina­ Loznak as secretary, Louize in, in order to add something to berry. The cast consisted of Bob Heinze as treasurer, and Verl our homecoming festivities and DePond, Mary Pat Foran, Judy Nicholson as historian. Rick we also won the spirit award. E. Thornton, Shelley Hall, Carol Warren is serving as president In the fall, we again partici­ Buck, Cliff Seybert, Daryl Mel­ of the student council and our pated in a Powder Puff Football vin, Phyllis Stewart, Sue Mc­ representatives are BobDePond, game. Bob DePond coached again Creery, Randy Johnson, Bob Juva Lea Wilkins, and Nancy and was assisted by Daryl Mel- Craig, Rick Warren, Sherry Shinaberry. vin, Dennle Barrett, and Jerry Latham, Jerry Guyski, Terry ( For homecoming, we decided Guyski. We were cheered on by Plowman, and Verl Nicholson. against having a king. We nomin­ Terry Plowman, Dave DuBols, Recently we chose our class ated 15 candidates and voted for Jerry Weir, and Ken Coon; they motto, "The dream that I see five. From these five the stu­ were very spirited. We lost makes me what I am. "Our colors dent body selected our home­ another heartbreaker to the jun­ are navy and light blue, and our coming queen, Marie Huss who iors in the last thre.e seconds flower Is the white mum. was crowned by Karen Hawley, of the game. WE HAVE ONE very special, We are looking forward to memory of the winter of 1968- May 29, which is "Senior Day,* 69. Our basketball team became and the class will not be required conference tri-champions and to attend school. We hope to go district champions. Senior mem­ to Silver Lake to celebrate. bers Jerry Guyski, Jerry Weir, The FHA sponsored a Senior Daryl Melvin, Dave DuBois, Cliff Tea on May 16. This has been Seybert, Tim Schroeder, and co- a tradition in the past. captains Dave Klabak and Terry Plowman helped to lead the Ma­ Baccalaureate will be June 1,\ rauders to victory. and commencement exercises on ( June 5 will end our high school The juniors again sponsored careers. the Junior-Senior Prom. The theme, "Tahitian Twilight'' was Although we are a little sad at carried on throughout the cafe- the thought of leaving Ovid-Elsie and stepping out into the world, Baccalaureate services will be we are eagerly anticipating the held Sunday, June 1, at 8 p.m. seeking out of that dream. in the high school auditorium. We would like to thank Mrs The Invocation will be given by Boone and Mr Pope who were Rev Earl Copelln, benediction our sponsors this year, as well by Rev Gordon Showers and the as other faculty members who scripture by Justin Shepard. put up with us throughout our The sermon, "Maturity and its high school years. Symbols," will be presented by The ten honor students of the Earl Lawrence. Roger Mattheis Ovid-Elsie High School gradu­ will serve as organist, and the ating class of 1969 were an­ choir will sing "Lord Make Me nounced by Blaine C, Lentz, high Thine Instrument" by York and school principal. several other selections. Commencement will be on Keith Alan Keck, whohas main­ Thursday evening, June 5, at 8 tained a 4 average throughout p.m. at the high school stadium. the four years, and Pamela June f In case of inclement weather the Darling, with a 3.97 average, ceremonies will be held in the are valedictorian and saluta- school gym. torian, respectively, of the class. The invocation will be given by Keith, age 17, is the son of Mr Rev Beatrice Townsend, the salu­ and Mrs George Keck Sr., of tatory addressbyPamelaDarling 16753 Fenmore Road, Bannister. and the introductions by Robert He has been accepted at the Beauchamp, school superintend­ University of Michigan, Flint' ent. Branch, for fall admission. He plans to major in pre-med. The commencement address will be by Dr Edgar Hardin, re­ Pamela, age 17, is the daugh­ Ovid-Elsie graduates pictured Draper, Karla Mead, Carol Buck. Welter, Nancy Shinabery, Robert Doubrava, Robert Easlick, Mary Stiles, Sylvia Easlick, Dennis tired president ofNorthern Mich­ ter of Mr and Mrs Harvey Dar­ on this page from top left are: Sloat, PatSkriba, SharonSnyder, Foran, Robert Doten. Montague, Andres Smalec, Diane igan University. ling of 312 Main Street, Ovid. Row '3, Randy Johnson, Beth Harry Price, Kathy Price, Mario Row 6, Marlene Mizga, Keith Shipley, Phyllis Stewart, Rose­ She will be attending Michigan Row 1, Sallie Cramer, Richard v Blaine C. Lentz will introduce Bartek, Pamela Bigelow, Robert Jandik, Shirley Pospisil, Kay Rodriguez. Parker, Dave Klabak, Janet mary Fabus, Colleen Daley, Jim »t the graduating seniors anbthe Continued page 5B Bloomer, Dennis Bolton., '•'• '?LddIfeki, Joanne Ladiski, Raelene Smith, Jerry Wlnans, Verl Miller, Terry Plowman. diplomas will be awarded by the Loznak, Sherry Latham, David Nicholson, Dennis Mead, Linda board of education. The valedic­ "Bj>yd. Row 5, Daryl Melvin, Caroline Absent are Gary Boog, Jen­ Medina, RebeccaLatz, Susan Mc­ Oberlln, Carolyn Llndauer, tory address will be given by Row 2, Ron Miller, Gwen Plow­ Nancy Leland, Paul Marton. nifer Cummings, Carol Duffield, man, Rose Prlkasky, Larry Row 4, Bob Walter, Richard Creery, Verna Lyon, Pat O'Don- Peter Glowney, Dean Marks, Keith Keck. Father Edward Rockwell, Clifford Seybert, Paula Warren, Mark Webster, Peter nell, Margaret Thornton, Diane Row 7, Richard Jenks, Larry Cindy Salisbury. Konieczka will give the bene­ diction. The recessional march will be Citizenship seminar offered P-W youths played by the senior band.

Practical , down-to-earth represent this county. The prin­ igan State Association of Super­ To be eligible for the seminar teria and library. The juniors training in citizenship will be cipal is expected to name the visors; John H, Furbay, Ph.D., a student must be a junior or worked hard on our prom as well offered to 140 high school juniors youth this wqek. Mrs Dorothy General Motors lecturer, author senior in the 1969-70 school as the reception which followed and seniors during the annual Ward is chairman of the com­ and global air commuter; Clifton year, can be either a boy or a Senior Remembrance Night. Young People's Citizenship Sem­ mittee, with Mr and Mrs Bruce L. Ganus, Ph.D., president of girl, should be a top level stu­ We presented ^the Senior Play inar conducted by Michigan Farm Irish and Mr and Mrs Robert Harding College, Searcy, Ark.; dent, one capable of learning Bureau. Reese Jr. and committee mem­ and Arthur Hoist, National Foot­ and discussing with leadership The program is scheduled for bers. ball League official and admin­ potential. '. ( July 21-25 at Central Michigan Approximately 16 0 students istrator for. the Forest Park The county Farm Bureau will 0ESTQP University at Mt. Pleasant. Five from all over the state repre­ Foundation, Peoria, 111. pay the expense of one student MEL WARREN major topics will be included: senting all county Farm Bureaus Each day's activities will begin and the committee will be con­ People and Governments Around will be present. at 7 a.m. with an early morning tacting agri-related businesses AGENCY the World, Americanism, Eco­ Outside experts who will con­ breakfast preceding the flag- in the county to finance the other nomic Systems, Participating in tribute to the over-all informa­ raising ceremony. Discussion student. Political Parties, and the Chal­ tive materials participants re­ periods and workshops following 109 N. Clinton lenge of Leadership. ceive will include these five: each major presentation will give Ph. 224-4051 The citizenship committee of Kenneth Cheatham, assistant students an opportunity to carry the county Farm Bureau has se­ director of program development out mock primary elections, A. T. ALLABY you're, well ahead of the lected Pewamo-Westphalia High for the American Farm Bureau county political conventions, car­ field... Good Luck to the School as the school from which Federation; D. Hale Brake, di­ ry out a political rally, and hold a INSURANCE the youth will be selected to rector of education for the Mich- general election. All these ac­ Mhe class of'69./ tivities are designed to give the young people practical exper­ ience in the field of politics. Miller Furniture oooooooooooooooooooooooooo

rtis a proud dap Class of THE "BEST OF '69 To the class of '69 we And we're proud of you. Good Luck To you we say say Congratulations for a ...to the Class of '69. EVERYTHING congratulations and To you we offer our congratulations the very best of luck.' job well done; May you have ..and best wishes to • and wishes for the best of health, our'69 Graduates. happiness and achievement. Alan R. continued success in the future. Dean Hdwe. TOM'S GAMBLE STORE 300 N. Clinton WESTERN SHOP Glaspie Drug Store OVID 108 N. Clinton Phone 224-2828 Ph. 224-3271 Wednesday, May 21, 196? CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Page '5 B vegetable and flower garden leader is Esther Simon* 23 men to leave \ 4-H Members of the Four Corners 4-H club have elected Marie for induction Chatter Blakely as their president for the summer program. Other of­ The following men will leave for induction into the armed M By JOHN AYLSWORTH ficers are: vice-president, Kam Washburn; secretary, Pam forces on Wednesday, May 28, Jewell; treasurer, Caroline at 7 a.m. from the Central Na­ IjgGR^^^i The Happy Hands 4-H club Oberlln; newsreporter, Dan tional Bank, members haveelectedBruceLe- Washburn; song leaders, Marie The group includes: vey for -their president during the Blakely, Rose Oberlln, Debbie summer program. Other officers Pokorny, Annette Zuckschwerdt; Harry Matthew Janes include vice - president, Wendy health, Terry Bernathi Sherry Darrell Lee LaClair Acre; secretary and newsre- Winkler, Helen Blakely and Kam Edward James Whalen porter, Bonnie Kimball; trea­ Washburn; safety, Matthew Peck, James Patrick Mikesell surer Ronnie Rlsley; recreation Alan Cobb, Terry and Ralph John William Overla leaders, Susan Mitchell and Bancroft; recreation leaders, Clayton Otto Weaver Cindy Rlsley; and song leader, Kam Washburn, Larry Bernath Gary Norman LaCross Brian Acre. The club partic­ and Melody, Jewell; sentinel, Rudolfo A, Rosales Ronald Wayne Hicks , •« ipated In the "Operation Clean Garry and Larry Bernath; and Sweep" litter pick up and the Miss Sargeant, Kella Carter. Dennis Edward Harr 4-H Talent Show program. The members presented their Kerry Denton Reed * * talent number—"You Gotta Sell Arthur Howard Shank James Roger Smalley The Saddlemates4-H club will The Cow" that they gave at the county talent show. The club will James Dale Wells be holding a horse show on Sun­ Gary Lee Barnes day, July 20, in the arena on the set their summer meetings for the first Monday of the month. Edward Clark Losey corner of Clark Road and Wa- Douglas Lee Walton cousta Road. The members dis­ 'Pam Jewell and Caroline Oberlln CLASS of '69 told of their experiences on the Steven D. Bauer cussed the 4-H Saddle Horse Robert Lee Bennett Jr. Clinic on Sunday, May 18, at St. Yankee Springs 4-H Award Trip. The vegetable and flower gar­ David Allan Waltz To you we say Johns Fairgrounds and other 4-H Larry Raymond Beckner horse showbills. Mrs Rex Hoo­ den members toured the MSU congratulations and greenhouse and campus Satur­ Gerald Nathan Hurd ver, the club leader, brought the Lawrence Victor Ladiskl the very best of luck. lower jaws of alS-year-oldpony day. stallion which the members dis­ cussed concerning the teeth, age ri and care of teeth. The club par­ Da I man ticipated in the Utter cleanup, project in the DeWitt area. * * Hardware The Victor Pathfinders 4-H club have elected the following officers, for the new year:presi- dent, Dan McMaster; vice-presi­ dent, Pani Jones; secretary, and- newsreporter^ Bruce Strouse; and treasurer, Ron Strouse. The club held a trail ride on May 4 and invited the We-Hah-Kay- Asta club from Ovid to join them. Dan McMaster will bring the horse to the 4-H horse clinic on May 18 to demonstrate rid­ ing techniques. The club is mak­ ing plans for their fair float already and also start working on some team horse judging before the fair, * * * Susie Hattis is the new presi­ dent for the Westphalia 4-H club this summer. Sue, has been an active member for three years in 4-H. Other officers are as of our'69 Grads and follows: vice-president, Pamela Pfaff; secretary and newsre- hope this happy day porter, Janice Hanses, trea­ is just one of many surer, Tammy Thelen; and song leader and recreation leader, to come. Janet Pllne, • The organizational leader is Esther Pung and the new LEVEY'S Mt Ovid-Elsie Higjk JEWELRY ELSIE r^*- Continued from page 4B State University in the fall of plans to attend Central Michigan Bois, Nancy Cross, Bill Csapos, 1969 to major in languages or University and is the daughter Robert Bemis., Dawn Baese, Di­ creative writing. of Mr and Mrs Robert Shinabery ane Bashore, Dennis Barrett. of 138 E. First Street, Ovid; The. remaining honor students Phyllis Jean Stewart, 18, daugh­ alphabetically, are as follows: Row 4, Adrianne Bocek, Shi- ter of MrandMrsRaymondStew- ann Biehler, Marie Huss, Susan Paula May Draper, 18, daughter art of 7596 Wilson Road, Ban­ of Mr and Mrs Leo Onstott of Hess, Janls Hlbbler, Diane nister who plans to attend West­ Hiller, Joanne Hrncharik, Diane 124 E. Maple Street, Elsie; San­ ern Michigan University; Juva dra Jeanne Grubaugh, 17, daugh­ Lea Wllkins, 17, daughter of Hoshield, Linda Hooker, Chris­ ter of Mr and Mrs Alpha Gru­ Mrs Jeanne Wilkins of 9447 West tine Hood, Beth Holton. baugh of 6712 Maple River Road, Juddville 'Road, Elsie, plans to Elsie, will be attending Western attend Albion College in the fall. Row 5, Gerald Guyski, Sandy Michigan University; Rebecca > Grubaugh, Lee Grubaugh, Irene Ann Latz, 17, daughter* of Mr< Groom, Kurt Grinnell, Mike and Mrs Albert Lata Jr., of 7132 Graduating from Ovid-Elsie Good, Gerry Freed, Fran Fowler, Allan Road,' Elsie,whowillattend High School are as pictured on Louise Heinze, Shelly Hall, Allan Central Michigan University; this page from top left; Hathway. Carolyn Elaine Lindauer, 18, who plans to attend Lansing Com­ Row 1, John Ackels, William Row 6, JerryWeir,KeithKeck, Angell, August Barrett, Rose munity ""College, and is the daugh­ 1 Laura Parker, Cindy D. Patter­ ter of Mr and Mrs Floyd Lind­ Mary Borst, Jean Brewbaker.' son, Danny Medina, Susan Dou- auer of 7201 W. Riley Road, Row 2, George Pereira, Robert brava, Jim Tefertiller, Bob De- Elsie; Susan Ann Salander, 18, •Craig, Ken Coon, Kay Clark, Pond, Marleen Seconsky, Ben daughter of Mrs Myrtle Salander Lucille Champlin, Vickl Cerny, Sloat, Kathleen Thornton. of 6308 Krouse Road, Ovid, who Bruce Call, Teresa Dudash. will attend Central Michigan Uni­ Class of versity; Nancy Ann Shinabery, 17, •Row 7, Debra Davis, Barb Row 3, David Mead, Dave Du- Dean, Janet Strachota, Judy A. Thornton, Judy E. Thornton, Brenda Sperow, Juva Wilkins, Susan Salander, Richard Schrei-- BEST WISHES : ber, Tim Schroeder, Pam Dar-' C ' ling.

f ^ CONTINUED SUCCESS &m :M Capitol Savings and Loan Association joins, the §0 i entire community in wishing each and every grad- 1 uate of the 'class of '69 the best of luck in their future plans. Remember, a sound financial future

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Seniors at the Rodney B, Wil­ son High School are pictured here. They are from top left on this page: Row 1, Glenna Acker, Mike Adamski, Diane Albers, Bruce Aldrich, Robert Ashbaugh, Mary Ashley, John Ballard, Douglas Barker, Brenda Barrett, Craig Bartholomew, Dana Beaman, Mary Becker, Connie Bellingar, Jon Benedict, Bruce Bishop. Row 2, Carol Bishop, Doug Bishop, William Blank, David Boron, Randy Bouchey, Janice Bullard, Tim Bunce, Mike Bur­ gess, Bill Butler, Doug Cardy, Tom Carmack, Bob Cartwright, Colleen Cesar, Shirley Clande- ning, Shirley Collard. Row 3, Lowell Conklin, Beverly Cornell, Chris Cornell, Karen ler, Jane Garcia, Jeff Geller, Cornell, Theresa Cornwell, Pa­ Charleen Gillespie, Mike Green, tricia Courser, Vance Courser, Gary Greenfield, Ruthann Guy, Gale Crawley, Janice Crowell, Alan Harris, Toni Heathman, Gary Curtis, Lisa Davis, Roger Scott Heibpck DeMorest, Linda DeVore, Mary Dick, James Dickman. ' Row^ 6jLi Jane Wieber, ' Dave Zischke,"'Dick Henderson, Gale Row 4, Susan Downing, Lynda Hennlng,-Darrell Herbruck, Mi­ Droste, John Dush, Janet Eaton, chael Heuer, Victor Holcomb, Ken Eldrldge, May Ely, Alan Sharon Howe, Denise Hufnagel, Ernst, CarlaErnst, James Ernst, Gordon Hyler, Linda Isbell, John Trudy Estes, Janet Faught, Jerry Jolly, Kenneth Jones. Felghner, Dave Feldpausch, Wade Williams, Rene Jorae, Row 8, Jon Berkhousen, Carol Jeannie Ferman, Penny Foland. Row 7, Linda Willette, Dorothy Charles Kehr, Michael Keilen, Flegler, Kenny Wood, Tom Wood- Row 5, Donald White/Judy Williams, Patricia, Zuker, Pnllip Knight, Daniel Koenigs- hams, Ann Yock, Roger Zigler Whitlock, KreggFoote, JanFow- Edward Wood, Debra Witgen, knecht. Janet Koenigsknecht.

St Johns High School

Rodney B, Wilson High School nasium. A reserved seat section will hold its final graduation will be held at the park for rela­ exercises in 1969 with a class of tives of the graduates, and other & 61$ pat on 213 students. seats will be available for the Baccalaureate services will be public. If the exercises are held held in the high school auditor­ in the gymnasium only persons ium on Sunday, June 8, at 4 p.m. with tickets will be admitted be­ Rev Dean Stork will give the in­ cause of the space factor. vocation^ Rev Harold Homer the Dr Emil R. Pfister, professor scripture andRevWesleyMankey at Central Michigan University, the benediction. Rev Eugene Mt. Pleasant, will present' the Friesen of the Pilgrim United main commencement address. He Methodist Church in St. Johns has served in the speech de­ will be the guest speaker. partment at CMU for the past 24 years, has authored three Commencement exercises will books, co-authored several be at the St. Johns City Park on others, and has traveled ex­ June 9 at 8 p.m. In case of in­ tensively in the United States, clement weather the exercises Canada, Mexico, Asia and will be held in the school gym­ Europe.

To dur'69 Grads, a big pat on the back and heartiest congratulations. .,.-****

With great pride we congratulate all the *69 graduates Edinger & Weber for your fine achievements. That diploma is just the beginning. It's the passport that opens the way to a successful future for you! . Chevrolet FOWLER Ph. 582-2401

riwi Wednesday, May 21, 196? CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Page i ff

Nuser, Pattl O'Leary, Roger Ordway, DavidPaksl,NancyPak-. ski, James Parr, Woodle Patter­ son, Mike Pearson, ShlrleyPetti= grew, Beth Phinney. *^1 Row 4, Wendy Pifer, Rose Ann Pohl, Kathy Powers, Rosalie _ Presocki, Bonnie Pung, Deannii Rademacher, Michael Radfe- macher, Robert Randolph, Mike Rasdale, Ruth Rawson, Richard Rehmann, Raymond S. RobbinsJ Mike Roberts, Charles Romig', Neil Rossow. fwt Row 5, Cindy Rothstein, Grant Russell, Joe Salazar, Rick Sa^V ters, Kathy Schaefer, Le„$ Schavey, Joyce Searles, Ga_y Shafley, Althea Shaw, Gary s)p? . kovsky, Barbara Slagell, Stey.en Upham, Rose Villarreal. [0^. Row 6, Judy Smith, Sue Smith;. Pictured on this page are half Theresa Smith, Marlene Snyder-, of the graduates of Rodney B, Paul Speerbrecker, Julie Stainesl Wilson High. Karen Stockwell, Marlene Stdd- Row 1, Janet Kosht, Sherri dard, Darlene Sullivan, Carrol Kraemer, Ken Kramer, Barry Sutfin, Steven Sutherland, Rlctr- Kus, Christine Kus, Barbara ard Vitek, Charles Waggon- Langlois, Jack Larsen, Roger schutz. "jJ Lerg, Mike Lewis, Sharon Liszewski, Randy Lqpher, Susan Row 7, Cheryl Swagart, Xjega London, Lee Lyham, Terry Swatman, Michael Szarka, Col­ Maier, Rita Martens. leen Teems, Dave Thelen, Lois Werner, Wayne Weber, Richard Row 2, David Mankey, Juanita Warren, Eric Wakefield, Bnian Martinez, Susan Martinez, Gary Woodbury, Dale Woodhams. .^ Masarik, Terrance Masarik, Alicia Medina, Susan Merignac, Row 8, Carl eta Thursfpn, Karyn Meyer, Judi Miller, Rose- Douglas Thurston, John Yur4ek, marie Mitosinka, Eric Mohnke, Debra Westland, Lee VanCajnp, Rex Mohnke, Norman E, Moinet, Roger Mygrants,SueSlicer,Scott Frederick Moore, Tom Moore. Knight. 1(>(/ Row 3, Carol Morriss, Linda Graduates not pictured include Murray, Suzanne McAlvey, Teri Cheryl Diehl, Bill Klrkpatrick McQueen, Robert Newman, Patty and Rodney Richards. _^_

Commencement June 9 ished sixth in the West Central Sharl Liszewski and her court of The seniors will be honored conference with co-captains Mike seniors, Debbie Westland, Judy with a banquet on Saturday, May Heuer and Kirk Simpson leading Whltlock, LexaSwatmanandPatti 24. Although no definite agenda It was busy last year for St. Johns seniors the way. O'Leary. has been drawn, the location wilK The Redwing football squad be Smith Hall. Following thsl _ topped Alma 46~7 on Oct. 18 to banquet the Junior-Senior Pronit By PATTI ZUKER Deanna Rademacher, daughter of Romig, Judy Whltlock, Kathy Newman, who was assisted by Mike Green and Jon Berkhousen In March the senior class pre­ St. Johns High Mr and Mrs Dennis Rademacher, Schaefer, Charles Kehr, Sue Judy Whltlock as his vice pres­ bring a final Homecoming victory sented "You Can't Take It With 'if on the honorable mention list. to Rodney B. The theme for the with identical averages of 3.794. Downing, Gail Shafley, Debbie ident. Captains for the football team You." Leading roles were taken will be held in the school gym^ The class of 1969 is the final Rounding out the top twelve in Witgen, Deanna Rademacher, and Athletically speaking, the Red­ festivities was "Thanks For The by Lee Lynam, Glenna Acker, with the theme "My Hawaii N,el.'^ were Craig Bartholomew and Jon Memories" in commemoration of graduation class from Rodney B„ alphabetical order are: Mary Mary Ann Becker. wings did an outstanding job this Berkhousen. Dick Rehmann led Sue Smith, and Chuck Romig. Baccalaureate will be on Sun-J Wilson High School. Seniors are Ashley, Linda Isbell, Charles year. They broughthome the con­ Rodney B's final year asasenlor They were assisted in the produc­ day, June 8, in the high schopij The class of'69 was led through the B-ballers through their suc­ high school. Reigning over the in the process of rounding out Kehr, Neil Rossow, Gail Shafley, ference championship i n both cessful season. The final over­ tion by the Mask and Dagger Club, auditorium, with commencement its senior year by the following victory celebration was Queen and directed by Robert Koger. their final weeks of study, cul­ Gary Slpkovsky, Cheryl Swagart, officers: president, Dick Hender­ football and basketball-, placing all record for the Redwing grap- Monday, June 9, at the city park* minating four years of academic Linda Willette, and Debbie Wit- son; vice president, Dave Feld- three men on the Free Press All plers was 3-4-1 with DougThur- toll. gen. pausch; secretary, Carol Morris; State football team. They were Ed ston as captain. The valedictorian, salutatorian Named as DAR good citizen was treasurer, Lexa Swatman; and Moinet as an offensive guard and The cross country team fin­ and honor students were an­ Judy Whltlock. student council representatives, nounced by Principal B. Stanley Seniors who were named to the Sue Smith, Mike Lewis, Debby Poculs. Taking top honors was National Honor Society last year Westland, and Dick Vltek. Stu­ To the Graduates < \ Charles Romig, son of Mr and are Gary Slpkovsky, Chuck dent Council president was Bob Mrs John Romig, with a 3.9 average. Co-salutatorians are • Kathy Schafer, daughter of Mr and Mrs Albert Schaefer, and DAV,

Our Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Graduates. May You be gifted svf with continued Success. COMPLETE BODY WORK AND GLASS REPLACEMENT HETTLER'S F. C. MASON CO. BOB'S AUTO BODY '.»« Motor. Sales 200 E. Railroad Ph. 224-3291 E. F. Boron Co. 800 N. Lansing Phone 224-2921 FW SB CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns,. Michigan Wednesday, May 21, 1969

Busy days at Bath High ( Remember when, seniors

By MARILYN SIDEL THE MEMBERS of the senior Bath High School class who hold student council offices are: Patrick Munson, BATH—The senior class of president; Roberta Six, vice Bath High School has had a busy president; Beverly Beebe, secre­ and exciting year. The class of tary; and Shirley Derke, trea­ '69 has the motto of: "Your great­ surer. est glory is not in never falling, The senior class officers are: but in rising every time you fall." Shirley Derke, president; Bill Their class colors are yellow and pink and they have a yellow Goff, vice president; Bobbie rose for their class flower. Mrs Herrguth, secretary, and Kathy Paul D^Tschetter is their spon­ Smith, treasurer. Shirley Derke sor. Is also the editor of the 1969 Carol Dunavant and Tom yearbook, "Shadows." Feguer reigned over the home­ n coming festivities as the king The senior class play was held and queen. The senior members recently. They selected the play, of the queen's court were Sally •Tune In On Terror." The play Osenga, JoAnn Schroeder, and was produced under the direction Roberta Six. of Miss Rita Pence and student The senior class had their float directors Edward Lehman and theme as "Rub-a-dub-dub; Clean Patrick Munson. Up the Rocks." The opposing team at the homecoming game The .members of the cast were was L Portland St. Pat., and the JoAnn Schroeder and Beverly senior float placed third in the Beebe as the Arkwright twins, judging. Jane and Ellen; Chari Ruthruff as Jacqueline Jerrold ("Jikki*); The seniors held a magazine Bobbie Herrguth and Shirley sale during the months of October Derke alternated performances and November. During the sale as Patty Larson; Beverly Mollo- awards were given every two han as Afadilla Deaver; Roger days to the top salesman. The Jensen as Bart Burdette; Tom sale was to help finance the Feguer as Rev Pete Moss senior trip. ("Pete"); Linda Smith as Granny Carp; Patrick Munson as Bruno The senior class trip will be Carp; Mary Lynn Rhynard as taken during the last of May. Rozika, the wildcat girl; Edward They will go to the Gay El Ran- Lehman as Herr Doktor Klaus cho which is located at Gaylord, Von Slasher; Diana Andress as Mich. Arnold, the boa-constrictor boy; Roberta Six as Hortense Fuddy; MARK ONDRIAS earned the and-Bill Goff as Dilingham Fuddy. position of valedictorian this year. He achieved a 3.9857 aver­ Other seniors who helped with age. Roger Jensen, the the play were Carol Dunavant, salutatorian, has held a 3.83 publicity; Mary LaPratt, Diane -A.^M^^flD^ •^$?s^m Bath High average. Palmatier, and Marsha Brainerd, tickets; Carol Dunavant, Bobbie The seniors who were Herrguth, and Kathy Shirey, School awarded certificates for being make-up; Dennis Deyarmond and Members of the graduating on the semester honor roll for Greg Dunlap, scenery; and Don senior class of Bath High School seven consecutive semesters Black and Don Allen, lighting and dRADS GLAD! are: Marsha and Martha Brain­ sound effects. (from top left) are: erd, Dorothy Burleigh, Shirley Row 1, Don Allen, Diana An-' Derke, Roger Jensen, Edward The senior slave sale was held dress, Bruce Beagle, Beverly Lehman, Rita Mitchell, Patrick Give A CAMERA POLAROID Beebe, Donald Black, Rita Boling, on May 8. The member s of the Munson, Mark Ondrias, Kathy senior class were auctioned off Kenneth Bolinger, Marsha Brain­ Smith, and Mike Walker. Remember erd, Martha Brainerd, Vere by Tom Feguer. Baccalaureate will be held Sun­ Color Pak II Brown, Dorothy Burleigh. The Daughters of American ese Special Row 2, Nancy Burleigh, Susan day, June 1, at 3 p.m. in the Revolution Award was given to high school gym. CAMERA Danes, Gwen David, KathyDavid, Bobbie Herrguth. Shirley Derke, Dennis Deyar- Moments : fmond, Randy Duffy, Carol Duna? C*arbi'Dunavant and Diane Pal­ Commencement will be held \ t $0695 •vant, GregDunlap,MichaelEsch- matier were the lead majorettes June 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the high KODAK truth, Tom Feguer. for Bath's twirlers this year. school parking lot, weather per­ 29 Row 3, Steve Glanz, Bill Goff, The senior class twins, Mar­ mitting. WITH FREE FILM PAK Dave Havens, Bobbie Herrguth, sha and Martha Brainerd, were Instamatic Robert Jensen, Diane Keeling, given honors. Marsha was Mary LaPratt, Ed Lutz, Helen awarded the 1969 Betty Crocker CAMERA OUTFITS Mansfield, Rita Mitchell, and Homemaker of Tomorrow Award, Patrick Munson. and Martha is the National Honor S0 Ladies' or Mens' Row 4, Ed Lehman, BevMullo- Society president. WE CARRY ALL MODELS han, Dave Murray, Don Nichols, M9'IM39 Sally Osenga, Mark Ondrias,_ Di­ ane Palmatier, Steve Parker, BILLFOLDS Dennis Perkins, Harold Philip, $]00 $095 Mary Rhynard. Smith-Corona Row 5, Charl Ruthruff, JoAnn Schroeder, Chuck Simmons, Ro­ Quilted berta Six, Kathy Smith, Linda PORTABLE TYPEWRITERS Smith, Susan Stevens, Vaughn Vohdrasek, Mike Walker, Mike $ 5< 00 Hanger Sets Wood, Dixie Vandrasek. Not pictured are Wilda Mc- i 129 L*229 $150 $000 Kenzie, Albert Parkey, and Dor­ fazduaUKf : REGULAR or ELECTRIC othy Parks. The baccalaureate service for Bath High School will be held June 1, at 3 p.m. in the high Men's or Ladies' en s school gymnasium. The invoca­ MEN'S SHAVING SETS FHed SHAVING KITS tion will be given by Rev Gary Pammenter of St. Thomas $100 $ up to $ T5 0 MANICURE SETS Aquinas Church in East Lansing. The general address will be pre­ sented by Rev LaVern Bretz of the ValleyFarmsBaptistChurch. A reception will then be held In Men's or Ladies' the school cafeteria for friends ) \ PERFUMES and relatives of the graduates. 7tU*i- Commencement will be* held COLOGNES ELECTRIC June 5 at 7:30 p.m. on the black­ top in front of the high school. DUSTING POWDERS RAZORS The speeches will be given by the senior class president, Shirley Derke, valedictorian Mark On­ $ 00 $ drias, and salutatorian Roger 1 , 10 AT DISCOUNT PRICES Jensen. William Brook, president of $ 95 95 the school board, will present 9 o*31 the diplomas to the 60 grad­ uates. The invocation and bene­ TIME$£9X955 WATCHE$$ 00 S diction will be given by James Lee Burleigh of the Bath Baptist 6 o 50 Send a Church. Mrs John Miles, guidance counselor, will present the gold Cosmetic Travel Kits Card . . . cords and scholarship awards to seniors who have maintained a $O50 $050 "B* average throughout their four They're Always years in high school. The junior honor guard wUl lead the procession of seniors. Permanent press, 65% Dacron polyester and 35% cotton. Brush, Comb & Mirror Dresser Welcome Thtf two, chosen by members of Glistening sprigs, of multi-colored petal embroidery the senior class, will be Gayle dance across the squared bodice. Matching bikini has 95 Gelsenhaver and David Ankney. legs edged in narrow band of lace. In pink, lemonade, The junior class will present to or blue. S-M-L. $6.00. s^s *3«0*15 each senior girl a yellow rose, the class flower, to wear during commencement exercises. The high school band will play CAROL ANN SHOP "The Impossible Dream," and Rexall the choir will sing "House Of 102 N. Clinton 224-4703 Ivy,* and 'Graduation Day,* ac-* PARR'S DRUGS companied by Mrs Roberta Pharmacist on duty at nil times -not just part time Peterson, choir director^ Mrs " y !J4li!'W<.s •••} i •;•;•; ;y "• ^ P'aul Tshetter has served the St. Johns senior class this* year as ad­ visor; "-• '"• '•"•' ",r "'" • ' '" ' " ••'" •in ml i Wednesday, May 21/ 196? CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns,. Michigan Page 93 ' Fowhr High School *s Fowler High School will hold Row 5, Don Thelen, George their commencement exercises Thelen, Jane Thelen, Diane Top­ for 55 graduating seniors on per, Gary Feldpausch, Grace Wednesday evening, May 28, at Meyers, Tom Nobach, Robert K. 8 p.m. in the high school. Wesner, Mike Wieber, Max Wit- Guest speaker for the evening gen. will he Msgr Hugh Michael Bea- han, director of radio and tele­ vision for the diocese of Grand Rapids. He also serves as pres­ ident and general manager of WXTO-FM and is a member of the Aquinas College faculty. Monsignor Beanan has chosen as his topic "Welcome To The Club.* The public is invited to attend the services, but reserved I seats will be held for the im­ mediate families and grand­ parents of the graduates. Fowler High School will grad­ uate 54 seniors this year. Pic­ tured from top left they are:

Row 1, Judy Bird, FredEpkey, Irene Feldpausch, Dianne Fox, Janet Fox, Diane Goodknecht, Marie Goerge, Becky Graff, Bill Halfmann, Leon Harr. Row 2, Jerry Klein, Diane Koenigsknecht, Karen Koenigs- and we know the knecht, Leone Koenigsknecht, class of 1969 will Sandra Martin, Virginia Martin, Diane Kramer,. Doug Messer, get the job done. Charles Miller, David Moritz, . W Mary Lou Mueller. Row 3, Allan Pohl, Kenneth Rademacher, LindaSchaefer, Jo­ anne Schneider, BetteSchomlsch, Karen Schomisch, Kathy Scho- misch, Mary AnnSchrauben,Sam Simon, Linda Simon, Bruce Simon. Row 4, RosanneSmith, Marlene Theis, Dale Leo Thelen, Dale FARMERS CO-OP Louis Thelen, Mike McKean, Louis Thelen, Don Kramer, Jerry Thelen, Larry Thelen, Linda FOWLER Thelen, Patrick Thelen. Ph. 582-2661 Year end activities at Fowler High By ANN THELEN Joan Pohl, Rose Goerge, Brenda The beginner band, sixth grade . Fowler High School Hoffman, Shelly Weber and Su­ band, Junior band, high school zanne Van Ells. choir and high school band were On Wednesday, May 14, the The final FHA meeting was featured. Music ranged from folk senior class went to the Jack and held Tuesday, May 13. The elec­ music to popular show tunes. Jill Ranch for their class trip. tion of officers for next year After the concert Bob Wesner presented director William Nel­ student special I! Swimming, horseback riding, was held and Janice Pohl was canoeing and archery were some elected president, Elaine Feld­ son, with a plaque in appreciation of the activities that were en­ pausch, vice president, Sue Rade­ of his time and effort. ' SPECIAL OFFER joyed. macher, secretary, Judy Feld­ UP TO 30 WORDS The cheerleaders for the 1969- pausch, treasurer, Mary Martin, This year the JohnPhilipSousa GOOD FOR 70 year have been chosen.They reporter, Debbie Wltgen, histor­ award went to Bob Wesner who are as follows: for varsity, Eva ian, Sandy Thelen, parliamentar­ has shown outstanding ability in CLINTON COUNTY Goerge, Mary Wieber, Judy Feld­ ian, and Ann Weber, student coun­ music and dedication to the band. NEWS pausch, Lois Miller, Germaine cil representative. The service award was presented to Marie George. Smith and Judy Koenigsknecht. Fowler High School's music ISSUES OF For junior varsity: Joy Weber, department presented their an­ MAY 28 & JUNE 4 nua} sprang. cpncer^Sunda^May B*.~J WANT AD w?* \$& r*a V- •*•* iti WEEKS FOR ONLY

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t. , "TOP If you're . . . LUCK Applause, Cheers, and The job you've done is and the best of "looking for Work Top Billing... The Class more than fine... everything for of '69 has earned them . ^ Congratulations. •- our '69 Grads. ^ *Wanting to sell Un-needed Items all. BECKER'S RICHARD'S MONTGOMERY Dept. Store for cash DAIRYLAND WARD FOWLER 215 N. Clinton Ph. 224-4785 St. Johns Ph. 582-3351 *Need Transportation You can say that again. *Hunting a Date or *Pushing A Cause .... PLACE YOUR AD TODAY! STOP AT THE COUNTY NEWS OFFICE Another portable stereo for graduation. Case look^to the of space age stuff that's almost indestructible. Solid or phone 224-2361 State. V*M's own 4-speed THE VOICE OP MUSIC future! "Stere-O-Matio"® record changer. "Broadway" Matched stereo speakers. Model 352/479^00 It's a bright one for Goose-bump sound incredible for the money. We'll Help You Write Your Ad! the class of '69. MATTHEWS BECKER'S ELEVATOR Clinton County News FOWLER FURNITURE SahohupihsL CUttion. Chstc SI/IOL 7SS6 Ph. 582-2551 Fowler, Mich. „Page 1QB CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Wednesday, May 21, 1969 DeWitt High School \ Baccalaureate services will be Wentworth, director of admis­ held on Sunday, June 2, at 8 p.m. sions at Michigan State Univer­ In the high school auditorium at sity. DeWitt High School. Rev Sidney J, Rowland of the Community Church will give the address for John Gaudy Jr. the 82 graduates. Commencement will be on June *«^*-> ^<^^'^^^*^ m^ .€* 3 at 8 p.m. in the high school to graduate ' s % °'«"" ^«»to»^ 4 ' sW >^ """'•" %,» ^/-l* auditorium. The diploma will be John F. Caudy Jr. has re­ presented to the seniors by Wll- ceived an associate degree from lard Reed, president of theschool Lansing Community College in board. The commencement business. Graduation exercises speaker will be Dr Russell B. 'J*r will be held at Everett High ^SR> ^g^ *»w *%£***& c< School on June 8. Caudy has been on the dean's ^Sl&^y*' — list for the last two terms, for . "^leCP* having achieved a three point ' ( average in his studies. He has been accepted on the Lansing City Police Force and is pres­ ently taking a seven weeks course of study at the Mid-Mich­ igan Police Academy. w."-sfip*5y

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By DAVE HORVATH iors, Sue Graves, and Dave auction was held. Sold at mul-vcrowned. ' •* , laureate which will be held in DeWitt High School Horvath). - " * tiples of 25 cents, the^seniorsptf/ And finallyfJune will arrive. the'gym at 8 p.m., 'btit June 3 is it' ii The end of the semester, exams enjoyed the day of har^ labor"* We is a "nidnlh'for happiness an even bigger day, for it it the • , "We've worked and slaved for four long year's, Assignments have and snow came in January, and and human bondage. Class colors, and hope for many people in the day they will march down the aisle brought a lot of tears. Now the diploma is nearly mine, For it's seniors cooperated in a workday motto and flowers were chosen, world, but for a senior it is this in caps and gowns to the strains almost June of '69." project, for it had been well ad­ with the yellow rose tipped in added to the emotions of fear and of "Pomp and Circumstance,** vertised before the event, and orange as winner, and "There is leave their sheltered world of DeWITT-TMs rhyme typifies seniors had the starring roles. frustration. To the seniors at anyone wishing jobs done could a time for every season, and a high school, and face the world. the excitement of the DeWitt High They were Shireen Spencley as DeWitt, June 2 means bacca­ call the school, and seniors would purpose for everything under School senior class, as gradua­ Nickles, Dave Horvath as Zuss, be sent to do the work desired. heaven" as the class motto. tion draws near. While working Jim Reed as J.B., and Ruth The frantic month of May is hard throughout the year, the Smith as his wife, Sarah. And it Graduation came even closer now upon the Senior Class of -season's activities first got was In November that DeWitt for DeWitt seniors. It was time 1969 and plans are being made Reauty Salon started in early September with High School participated in "The to order announcements for grad­ right and left. It was during May Uhe yearly "Annual Staff Dance." High School Quiz Bowl" in Grand uation. It was during February Phone 224-6161 that the top ten seniors were an­ While the Bent Sceptors, an all Rapids on Channel 13. Three of that Linda Berkimer was chosen nounced, with Andrew Paquet and senior rock group, played, De- the four man team were seniors for the DAR Good Citizen award Collyn Munroe as valedictorian Witt students received their 1968 Andy Paquet, Linda Chapel, and of 1969. Also, on February 15, Especially for and salutatorian; The rest of the ;annuals, published by seniors, Dave Horvath, while senior Wally three seniors were part of the honored seniors are: Linda Dave Horvath, editor, Barb Blos- Cutler acted as a substitute. class C & D All-Star Band Fes­ Chapel, Linda Everett, Dave the graduate •sey, Jill Gogarn, and Claudia tival for Lakewood High School, The yuletide season arrived Horvath, Debbie Devereaux,Ruth "Ritter. with Ruth Smith, flute, Claudia with December, and seniors were Ritter, French horn, and Paul Smith, Eve Smith, Jim Soule, and A perfect gift for the • ; Then came October, and home- busy. Class meetings were held, Mulford, alto clarinet, chosen. Sharon Greene. And six seniors graduate ... 100% "coming. It was then that the five led by Jim Soule, president; earned the State of Michigan „queen candidates rode their float, Roger Kaminski, vice president; Scholarship: Ted Aldrich, Mike human hair Wigettes. _;"A Dream Come True," and the Nancy Thelen, secretary; and March found activities speeded Molitor, Dave Horvath, Linda ^king candidates rode "Road to Linda Berkimer, treasurer; and up, as the invitations and per­ Everett, Linda Chapel, and Andy Helcnc Curtis "Royalty." At halftime, it was it was decided to sell snow- sonal name cards arrived, and Paquet. WIGETTE announced that Linda Berkimer scrapers for a fund raising proj­ time was spent in exchange of ,and Jeff Tews would be the 1968- ect. Soon, the senior portraits cards. Seniors were measured On May 10 the junior-senior |A AS Appointment not always 69 royalty. Also, during October arrived, and much time was spent for caps and gowns in March, prom took place. Precedents necessary the seniors slicked themselves up exchanging each other's pictures. and the annual rental fee was paid were set in that this Will be the for a day, pasted ori their best Finally, before school was dis­ by each. The second all-school first time that the prom is held Helene Curtis FIRST-TIME Perm 10*00 smiles, and posed for their senior missed for Christmas vacation, play was held on March 27, 28 away from DeWitt in four years. pictures. the student council sponsored its and 29, and seniors Dave Hor­ Also, a prom king and queen . November came, and with it annual Christmas assembly. vath, Shireen Spencley, Diane were introduced into the plans NELTORPEY JUDY BELLANT •was the first production of the Here, the band and chorus per­ Smith, and Linda Everett were for the evening, and on the night ANN PASEI > i year for an all-school play, J.B. formed, and at the end, the stu­ members of the seven-man cast that "Camelot" will be held in the JO PENIX

and we know the Assortment of Billfolds We Monornm Oar class of 1969 will $3.95 to $15 Choose the most get the job done. LUGGAGE BILLFOLDS Tie B»r, Tucks, Belts feminine gift of all Cuff Links—1.54 np F*R-E-E for the girl graduate on your list—Lingerie Portable WATCHES from the Hen's Nest, for Boys & Girls VISIT OUR GIFT BAR . . . We're sure you'l! Travei A|a Where you'll find gift ideas find just what 5vRl? ™ for all occasions. you're looking for. $5.49 CLOCKS $4.99 STOP IN SOON. All your decorating needs for graduation. REHMANN'S Tfo^eetbTUAt D&C STORE CLOTHING—FURNISHINGS — SHOES SADIE HIGGINS FKE G & L SALES for DAD and LAD DeVWT LUMBER 205 N. Clinton. ST. JOHNS 224-9937 St. Johns 121 w. Main f. DeWITT Ph, 669-3470 DeWitt JL 7™N Wednesday, May 21, 1969 CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Page ]] B

S News notes CMAC League council plans activities for '70' l By ANN THELEN Webbervllle and Fowler. art projects, home economics an opportunity for students to ball, volleyball, dancing, soccer from here Fowler High School Various programs were dis­ and others. Specific details on the become familiar with various and gymnastics. cussed to provide competition talent show will be drawn up schools. The third annual League Stu­ among the schools other than for next year. To encourage better.relation­ It was decided to donate $30 'n there dent Council meetingof the CMAC athletics. It was brought to a Also planned for next year is ships within the league there will from the league treasury to some league was held Wednesday, May motion and passed to hold an all- an all-league college vocational The Ovid-rElsie School Board be a recreation night where stu­ needy cause, 7. The following schools had rep­ league talent show. This will in­ night. At this time all Interested dents can become better has passed a resolution com­ resentatives at the meeting: clude entries from many fields. students can listen to represen­ mending Helen Hubbard, fifth acquainted. Activities will be set During the noon hour everyone Portland St. Patrick's, Pewamo- Examples of these are industrial tatives from colleges and schools up for the entertainment of every­ had an opportunity to visit and grade teacher at the North Ele­ Westphalia, DeWItt, Laingsburg, arts, wood-working, shop metal, of their choice. This will offer mentary School in Oyld, who is one. These will include basket­ exchange ideas. retiring after a 25-year teaching career . . . An open house in honor of B. Stanley Pocuis will be held at St. Johns High School Gym this ATTENTION GIRL GRADUATE Sunday, May 25, from 2 to 5 p.m. Pocuis has resigned as high One of the truly great moments of your In order to obtain this gift, please drop school principal to assume the life is at hand. Your high school graduation into our store any time between now and duties of superintendent of Clin­ Is an important occasion, and may we, first graduation to choose, as your free gift, the ton County Intermediate School of all, offer our sincere congratulations. teaspoon you like the very best. District July 1. . . However, we wish to do something a little We look forward to having you come to see Wage increases averaging 8 more Important for this occasion, and to us, and to see just which of the many pat­ per cent have been approved for commemorate this big event we would like to terns will please you most as a graduation three classifications of clerical give you the teaspoon of your choice from gift. help in the Ovid-Elsie School our extensive stock of sllverplated and District, . . stainless steel flatware. David L. Pocuis, son of Mr and TEACHING DANCE RHYTHM Mrs B. Stanley Pocuis of 904 W, FOR GRADUATION, GIVE THE WATCH AT THE HEAD Baldwin Street, St. Johns, is one of 153 MSU students initiated into Molly Sapp (standing), daughter of Mr and >thd MSU chapter of Phi Beta Mrs Eugene Sapp of 508 W. Park Street, St. OF ITS CLASS GlRARD PERREGAUX FINE WATCHES SINCE 1791 Kappa scholastic honorary May Johns, conducts a class in dance rhythm as part 16 at a dinner given in their honor. Dave is a senior majoring of a physical education class at Michigan State in English ... University. Miss Sapp, a 1965 graduate of Rod­ Cardy Acres of rural St. Johns ney B. Wilson High School in St. Johns, is a has been elected to membership in the American Angus Assn. ... senior at MSU majoring in physical education. Clubs hold activities, elect

If there's a very special graduate to whom you want to officers, receive awards give a lifelong memento, choose Girard Perregaux. Nearly two centuries of watch­ ' By PATTI ZUKER undergoing initiation rituals for programs this year, assisted in making skill are in back of the Rodney B. Wilson High School the past week. the production of "Brigadoon" by great technological marvels ' escorting people to their assigned enjoyed in today's Girard seats. Programs that are coming Perregaux's. Man's self­ 14KT. GOLD OVERLAY The St. Johns chapter of the The GAA (Girls' Athletic winding automatic calendar up in which the club plans on watch, $150. Lady's 4-diamond Multi-colored mosaics of Future Homemakers of America Assn.) is planning for election of lending their services are bacca­ has Just completed their most next year's club officers. Mem­ with faceted synthetic sapphire semi-precious stones are laureate and the commencement crystal, $220. Lady's octagonal bordered in rich, lasting recent project. It consisted of bers are also turning in their exercises. At the last meeting, with matching bracelet, $200. collecting new school supplies points which have accumulated officers for next year were elec­ AN 14K gold. 14KX GOLD OVERLAY. From (crayons, pencils, etc.) fc be sent over the year. These points are ted. They are: Sandy Wing, pres­ our selection of fine quality to school children in South Viet awarded for extra-curricular ac­ ident; Barb Hart, vice president; jewelry by Krementz. Nam. At the last FHA meeting, tivities outside of school. Tro­ and Chris Bohll, secretary. discussion was held concerning phies, letters, and charms are a prospective gift to be given to awarded to members who have Following their successful production of "Brigadoon,* the the Home Economics Department earned the required number of 1 at the new high school. points. The club is also beginning choir is now busy preparing PRINCESS GARDNER' - a series of softball tournaments music for the upcoming com­ among club members. mencement and baccalaureate Plans were made to have exercises. It is anticipated that Robert LaBrle, foreign language the traditional "No Man Is An teacher at RBW, speak to the The Radio Amateur's Club, new Island" will be sung for com­ group on May 28 concerning at RBW this year, has announced mencement. The choir Is also Mexico and also show some slides that several of its members have making plans for their annual taken there. passed the radio amateur's Code trip at the end of school. The examination. Craig Puetz, Gary entire music department will at­ The Mask and Dagger Club Is Haines,-Larry. Spltler, Mark Si­ tend this outing at Yankee Springs as active as ever as theyarenow mon; ajifl,^Lawrence Hatch are - on June+12. The .students going engaged in preparations for now£pr,epa'ring to take the radio will leave in the morning and Greek night. At Greek night, theory examination. Richard Bol- spend the entire day at the lake. which will be held May 29, all yard, club advisor, has placed, a Several students from RBW eligible students will be installed second radio station in room 112. were listed as top attalners — into the National Thespian Members are now able to send upper 10 per cent in the National Society. Eligibility for the Na­ and receive messages from both Engineering Aptitude Search Test tional Thespian Society requires stations, scores. Thosereceivingthishon- 10 points, each one representing or were Don Chant, Richard Mol- 10 hours of work in any aspect THE USHERS' CLUB which has denhauer, Mike Rademacher, and Noyantique—for a very modern mood. Its beauty is of drama. Candidates have been worked at all the school affiliated Dave Zischke. matched only by the most revered of antique sterling pieces ... its form, its silhouette is clearly 20th century. The very best of old and new—Novantique DELLE MEADE will grace the loveliest of modern tables. See it! LACE POINT ELOQUENCE 6 piece place setting $73.25 Presenting the NEW ACCESSORIES Classic beauty! Buffalo Grained Cowhide with nailhead Counterpoint and embossed motif. Here is Lunt's newest, A. "Princess" Tri-Partite French Purse ,...$5.00 B. Continental Clutch $6.00 smartest design in C. 100MM Cigarette Case $4.50 contemporary sterling. D. Eyeglass Case $3.50 Bold ornament, gleaming E. KEY GARD*... Button closing key case. .$3.00 surfaces. A pattern for sr today, for tomorrow, forever. PRINCE GARDNER8

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Gold Overlay. or merchandise gift of your choice with the purchase the northwest side of town. The school board approved Hufnagel. 6-PIEGE MATCHING HOSTESS SET From our selection of fine of any Girard Perregaux of Hamilton watch from our contracts for three new teachers with purchase of a 50-pc, service tor 8 In either pattarn quality jewelry by Krementz. regular stock. The boarddecldedtoputquarry through April 30, 1Q69 only. Beautiful storage tray Included. tile, Instead of asphalt tile, in the —Mrs Rebecca Bristol and Mrs main corridor of the new school. Donna Hobart in the elementary Set Includes cold meat fork, pastry server, gravy ladle, school and, Robert Berry as band pierced tablespoon, butter knife and sugar spoon. The quarry tile Is costlier. The •price for 50-pc. service for 8 change was made because the instructor. Resignations of Mrs LESTER H. LAKE corridor is the main traffic route Sally Dean, Miss Karen Kelley and Miss Ruth Ann Teft were -%- INTERNATIONAL SILVER COMPANY to the all-purpose room, which a subsidiary of Ins/Ico Corporation will be used as a cafeteria, too. accepted* ' t Jeweler In addition, the board figured Appointed to the election board MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS Div. Webb-Ring 107 N. Clinton, St. Johns maintenance cost on the quarry for the June 9 school election Page 12 B CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St, Johns, Michigan \ Wednesday, May 21, 196? Joseph Pung of Westphalia. Fu­ Jean attended the open house at William LeClear as mother with Homemakers of America conven­ the state attended. The theme of tian," was presented byMrsB.F, Durable press Pewamo neral arrangements were made the American Legion Club at the most children. tion April 24 and 25 came home the convention was "A voice in the Wade with WSCS members par­ by the Palmer - Bush Funeral Portland May 11 honoring Mr and Mr and Mrs Walter Miller and with a third place ribbon for a Nation." Speakers included Law­ ticipating. ) By Mrs Irene Fox Home. Mrs Matt Schrauben on their family were May 11 dinner guests scrapbook display competition. rence Taylor of Hillsdale speak­ A short business meeting was Mixed blessing 50th wedding anniversary. of his parents, Mr and Mrs Judy Koenlgsknecht and Lois ing on "Communication," DrDar- conducted by President Dianne RELATIVES ATTEND SERVICE Mother's Day guests of Mr Ralph Miller, Miller were the voting delegates rel B. Thomas of WMU on "Citi­ Hazle with the new slate of off. By HELEN B.-MEACH Mr and Mrs Oscar Cook of and Mrs Roger Leonard and fam­ Mrs Freda Ferris Is a patient from Fowler, and the others at­ zenship," and Dr Leroy G, Au- fleers presented by the nomin­ Extension Home Economist Pewamo and their daughter, Mrs ily at Lansing were their parents Bannister at Ann Arbor University Hos­ tending were Janice Pohl, Susy genstein of MSU on "Morals and ating chairman, Mrs Walter Donald Hoy and granddaughter, Mr and Mrs Clyde Shoemaker. pital. Her address is University Rademacher, Germaine Smith, Manners." Nickel. The new officers for Durable press and soil release Later in the day they attended Mrs Robert Valentine Diane Simon and Ann Weber. 1969-70 are as follows: Mrs Jean of Sterling, El., attended Phone 662-4342 Hospital, 9th floor, East Wing, finishes on fabrics are a mixed the funeral of their sister and a musical comdey titled "The Room 924, Bed 34, Ann Arbor. They were accompanied by Mrs Donald Swagart, president; Mrs •blessing. To be sure, the new aunt, Mrs Anna Boynan, 78, at Unsinkable Molly Brown" at the Mother's Day gifts were pre­ Carole Smith, their advisor, and WSCS installs Fraser MacKinnon, vice' pres­ fabric finishes may eliminate Lansing on Saturday morning, Farm Theater at Okemos. sented to special mothers at the Mrs Rademacher, the chaperone, ident; Mrs Charles Wood, secre­ -some problems but they demand May 10. Mr and Mrs Jerome Barker Bannister United Methodist Fowler FHA The Fowler group rode to the new officers tary! and Mrs Joseph Hallen- .a different kind of attention than Mrs Boynan died at a Lansing spent four days at Pittsburg, Sunday School hour. Mrs Ray convention at Western Michigan beck, treasurer. standard fabrics require. Pa., while there they attended Peck honored Mrs Wayne Wal­ wins state University by bus along with the The WSCS of the United Meth­ The installation ofofficerswas v hospital and funeral services f Durable press clothes are de were at St. Casimir Catholic the funeral of their uncle Joseph ters as youngest mother, Mrs delegates from Pewamo-West- odist Church met in Niles Hall held May 18 at the worship ;signed to stay Church at Lansing. She is sur­ Barker on Tuesday morning, May Grace Pearce as oldest mother, scrapbook prize phalla, and they stayed overnight on May 13. A worship service service. Iresh looking vived by two sisters, Mrs Oscar 6, at the Catholic Church. Mrs Lillian Terrell and Mrs at Harrison Hall dormitory on was presented by Mrs Revella Pand wrinkle Cook of Pewamo, and Mrs Louis Mr and Mrs Oscar Cook and Anna Ensign as oldest daughters FOWLER-Fowler delegates to the WMU campus. Wood. For the program a play Experience and responsibility resistant dur- Martin of Fowler and a brother Mrs Donald Hoy and daughter, with a mother present and Mrs the 23rd annual State Future So.me 1,400 girls from all over "Trial of Mrs Nominal Chris­ make conservatives of us all. '•ing wear, re- itain their ismooth look, Wo Reserve The Right To Limit • s h a r p pleats Quantities, Copyright The -,and creases Kroger Co. 1969 ".when properly ^^ _ ^ laundered. But durable press fin­ ish creates other problems. The .-• most crucial seems to be that WfiEOMf durable press fabrics stain and • soil more easily. Recently a soil release finish was created to help ease these problems. Other claims against durable press soil release fabrics are 'that that they are warmer, that they wear out faster than standard ;• fabrics and may have some chem- • ical odor. Also, some may need '. • touch-up ironing depending on the • quality of the fabric and the .laundry procedures used. up WHOLtE OoR PORTION HERRUD PESCHKE'S If you like the service and H PESCHKE'S . 'convenience feature well enough Party i 'to cope with the soiling and stain­ Semi-Boneless ing problems, here are some Hams ' -suggested care procedures that KROGER Assortment Franks should help. Give the stain special 7-LB • attention before the garment is PKG washed and dried. The older the 69 99 69 LB stain the more difficult it is to PRIDE1IDE 0 MICHIGANMICH WHOLE OR QUARTER i remove. Sponge oily stains with a safe cleaning fluid before laundering the garment. Sponge Boneless Ham Roast 9St T ' greasy collar and cuffs with a CENTER ROAST LB SJ.05 full detergent and then soak for PETER'S ROLLED & TIED WHOLE OR QUARTER an hour before washing. < Since durable press fabrics Boneless Ham 85$ stay fresh looking longer, the CENTER ROAST LB 95t .tendency is to wear them too many times before laundering. Prices And Coupons Good Durable press finishes tend to Thru Sat., May 24, 1969 f ' pick up soils from the air as well in St. Johns ^as contact with the wearer, and can also pick up redeposlted soil EXTRA TOP from the wash water during the laundry. If such soil isn't com­ VALUE STAMPS pletely removed in laundering it WITH ITEMS BELOW builds up on the fabric and even­ tually causes a gray, grimy look. with the purchase of SOME PEOPLE think the soil #51 O 50 an. 3 pkgs ECKRICH release finish will eliminate CHIPPED MEAT5 these problems, but that's not with the purchase of SO 2 ^S» SILVER exactly true. Soil release is an JV PLATTER PORK CHOPS aid to make soil removal easier. i ,» .Atiuiwtth the^purchate of lH But proper laundering is still _ ^-_ a 2—lb ptc Jerry 100 Frozen Beef Bar necessary. • ,UU B Que or Gravy 8. When a new product comes Sliced Beef along many homemakers choose with the purchase of to "try it and see," while some *«, _ ^^ 2—lbs or more Ground P+l&Klll Hli Beef Chuclt, Ground others decide to *wait and see." f&jif** U^ JU Beef Round or Store To be sure soil release durable Made Meat Laaf PETER'S BOLOGNA OR PETER'S POLISH OR WEST VIRGINIA WHOLE OR HALF press clothes offer a con­ with the purchase of venience, but they're not a guar­ 2-lbs or more Shurtenda1 Beef Fritters or Hot Dogs ft* 59$ Roasted Sausage LS 69* Semi-Boneless Ham LB 89t anteed cure-all for laundry prob­ #55 CD 100 Breaded Cooked Perch lems. The fabric, the kind of Fillets, Haddock Fillets PETER'S FRESH LIVER SAUSAGE OR HERRUD REGULAR OR THICK WEST VIRGINIA '.stain and soil and the length of or Fish Crisps ;tlme the stainhasbeenonafabric with the purchase of Braunschweiger LB 49$ Sliced Bologna LB 89* Smoked Pork Ckops L99< also influence the effectiveness of 2-lbs or more Peter's Polish or Roasted PETER'S RING ECKRICH ALL MEAT PETER'S soil release and durable press. #56 a so Sausage or Ring Bologna- * If you would like additional in­ Mix or Match 5-02 Bologna LB 69< Franks LB 75* Boiled Ham WT PKG 59* formation on durable press with with the purchase of soil release, write your county any Clatrol Color Shampoo NICE & EASY Every package of Kroger'* fruit* and Extension office asking for Ex­ vegetables must be Sunrise-Fresh when >» tension Bulletin E-650A, Facts with the purchase of you buy It, If you are not completely GOLDEN RIPE WASHINGTON STATE APPLES ony 2 pkgs satisfied, Kroger will replace your Item For Consumers. There is no KROGER DONUTS or refund your money. charge. with the purchase of LBS four 6—ox wt pkgs Bananas 2 29* Winesap 3 - 69$ KROGER GELATINS TOP VALUE 1 with the purchase of GOLDEN KERNEL NEW CROP YELLOW a gal ctn Kroger STAMPS 2%HI-Nu Low _ with a J5 or mare purchase of LAWN a Southeast Eagle Fat Milk EARS sunrise B & GARDENING SUPPLIES Including | By Mrs Harold Sullivan with the purchose of Sweet Corn 5 45$ Onions 3 - 39$ a 44-oz wt pkg KROGER FRESH oj Rose Bushes, Gross Seed, Decorative ej DRY MILK BJ Bark Mulch, Bulbs, Evergreens WILD 27 SIZE SUGAR SWEET ^^ _ _ with the purchase of ej Fertiliser, Peat Won and more 4-H CLUB ELECTS OFFICERS Redeem at Kroger LB BAG The Summer Eagle Lite 4-H #62 • 50 sgMrt-RA«~|« Bird Seed 10 99$ Cantaloupe 59$ L1 EA Club met Monday evening, May with the purchase of _!!"_"_ Sot., May 24, 1969. 5, for an election of officers for ony 2 pkgs HOMESTYLE the summer club. Those elected #63 a so SOFT COOKIES Included: Bernice Ann Sullivan, with the purchase of > i 2 pkgs KELLOGG5 president; Sandra Volk, vice- POP TARTS president; Lou Ann Volk, secre­ #64 a so with the purchase of tary; Brenda Pritchard, trea­ a 17-ox wt can DOW surer; Linda McCrumb, Jane #65 CD 50 BATHROOM CLEANER 'Higbee, Collene Murphy and with the purchase of any pkg Kroger Pamela David, recreation; Brig- #66 a 25 FRANKENM1JTH CHEESE ette McCrumb, news reporter; with the purchase of any Frozen and Mark Moyer, Rosie Enness PASQUALES PIZZA and Darcella McMIchaels, clean­ #67 a so with the purchase of up committee. any 2 Frozen SARA The next general meeting will /jsj #68 a so LEE BAKED GOODS be held May 26 at the Eagle i^&jCoupon strip good thru Sot., May 24, i969^$&fj Town Hall at 7 p.m. Mrs Lester 'Enness and Mrs Harold Sullivan [ifi LIMIT ONE PER CUSTOMER .are the leaders for the various 'summer projects.

* Mr and Mrs Jim Foster are Jhe proud parents of a son born May 9, He weighed six pounds Frozen Foods! Baked Foods! Dairy Foods! four ounces and has been named Sea Foods! > > Steven Richard. / KROGER 30-OZ The NorthEagleSocletywillbe WT CTN 'Jield May 22 at the Eagle Town '.Hall. The business meeting will 49 '.begin at 4:30 p.m. and dinner Cottage Cheese 'will be served at 5:30 p.m. Mrs . Bruce Mayers will head the din- SEA PAK OCEAN FROZEN MANDARIN KROGER COUNTRY OR KROGER PLAIN OR CHIVES rner committee and Mrs Ann 7-LB 70-OZ 16-OZ /Burnette will be in charge of the PKG 49* Orange Sections WTPKG 29* Italian Rolls 3wV%$l Sour Cream WT CTN 39* program. Perch Fillet KROGER CRINKLE CUT CHOCOLATE, LEMON OR STRAWBERRY DELIGHT KRAFT SLICED " The North Eagle and Niles SEA PAK r LB oz 16-OZ OO* Cemetery Memorial services 70-OZ WT PKG 75* French Fries J BAG 79* Cakes W 39* Swiss Cheese WT PKG 77^ -Will be held May 25 at 2 p.m. Shrimp Steaks BANQUET BEEF, TURKEY, CHICKEN OR ICED RAISIN KROGER ASSORTED "at the North Eagle Cemetery. FRES-SHORE BREADED SALISBURY STEAK ^Judge John Fitzgerald will de­ 10-OZ WT PKG Coffee Cake 4 Jfrl&s $1 Twin Pops 2 I To? lls liver the address. In case of Fantail Shrimp 79* Cookin' Bugs 4 r BAGS 77V 3 F B $1 KROGER KROGER FUDGEE BARS OR ^inclement weather the services FRES-SHORE KROGER FROZEN "will be held at the Eagle Town 1-LB PKGS OF 72 4 P¥ $1 Ice Milk Bars 2 2Vt-FL OZ BARS 'Hall. Haddock Fillet PKG 69* Lemonade 2 o'zwn 25* Cinnamon Rolls $1 f Wednesday, May 21, 1969 CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns,.Michigan Page 13 B_

with the UA Seventh Fleet At­ pairman at the BUIC in (Back­ ment specialist, is assigned to a Marine Sgt ALLEN B. tack Carrier Striking Force, up Interceptor Control m) site unit of the Aerospace Defense HOBART, son of Mr and Mrs s News About Clinton County Task Force 77, consists of sup­ that recently became operational Command. He previously served Ralph R. Hobart of 500 E. Grand Home canning porting U. S. and Allied Forces at Othello Air Force Station, at Richards-Gebaur AFB, Mo. River, Lalngsburg, and husband and attacking enemy supply Wash. The airman is a graduate of of the former Miss Marie E, route in the Republic of South The airman is a graduate of Ovid-Elsie High School. Hubbard of Oakdale Drive, Round + Service pepAonnei Viet Nam. Shepherd (Mich.) Public High * • * Lake, Mich., was awarded the e in Tlconderoga, first carrier to School and received an associate Staff Sgt CARLTON E, Purple-Heart Medal during cere­ th thin g return for its fifth tour of duty in degree in 1961 from Spring Ar­ ANDRUS, son of Earl L, Andrus monies in Viet Nam. Fireman ROBERT J. G'AZDA, existing joint service pro­ Viet Nam, recently celebrated its bor (Mich.) Junior College. His of R-6, St. Johns, is on duty at "Home Canning is the in thing senior and junior home econom­ cedures. He received the award for USN, son of Mr and Mrs Frank 25th birthday. wife, Montel, Is the daughter of Udorn Royal Thai AFB, Thai­ wounds sustained Feb. 23 in com­ for homemakers", said Mary ics students and teachers from J. Gazda of 3338 E. M-21, St * * * * Mr and Mrs Orville Emerson of land. / bat while serving with the First Scott, director of consumer ser­ the area schools. t Johns, is aboard the USS Forrest Interior Communications Airman l.C. THEODORE A. 1900 Price Road, St. Johns. Sergeant Andrus, a flight en­ Tank Battalion, First Marine vice for Ball Brothers, Inc. "The Mrs Scott's audience was en­ Royal in the Caribbean off Puerto Electrician Fireman NORMAN D. RUBLE, son of Mr and Mrs * * gineer, is assigned to a unit of Division in Viet Nam. art of home canning Is very thusiastic as they listened to her Rico, BLAKELY, USN, son of Mr and Alfred A. Ruble of 401 Pine Airman l.C. NATHAN J. DU­ the Pacific Air Forces. Before A graduate of Lalngsburg High much alive." program on the art of home can­ Mrs Norman A. Blakely of 203 his arrival in Thailand, he served ning and food preservation. "I The ship is participating in a Street; Greenville, plays a key BOIS, son of Mr and Mrs Nathan School, Sergeant Hobart entered Mrs Scott was speaking on May S. First Street, Elsie, is serving role in the operation of one of L. DuBois of 2352 N. Ovid Road, at Ellsworth AFB, S.D. the service in January 1963. 6 at Smith Hall In St. Johns to don't want you to be lucky by joint service, amphibious and aboard the attack aircraft car­ The sergeant is a 1964 gradu­ chance, but consistently success­ airborne exercise, "Operation the nation's newest frontline de­ Ovid, has arrived for duty at some 150 homemakers, Exten­ rier USS Tlconderoga off the fense facilities. Perrin AFB, Tex. ate of Rodney B. Wilson High Progress is always able sion study group members, 4-H ful because you have followed Exotic Dancer II.* The exercise coast of Viet Nam. School to Airman Ruble is a radio re­ Airman DuBols, a fllghtequip- demand and get its own price. adult leaders and members, directions. ; is designed to test and improve His ship's present assignment * * "We have more questions about canning tomatoes than any other food. Tomatoes are not as high WIN $l,000-S100-$2S-S10-$5 in acid content as they used to be -XI OR 50 EXTRA TOP so we recommend processing this VALUE STAMPS. NO PUR­ vegetable in boiling water bath." The audience learned from Mrs CHASE NECESSARY TO PAR­ Scott that the number one fruit TICIPATE. GAME CARDS AND canned by homemakers is Ttiicab/s GAME TICKETS AVAILABLE peaches and that homemakers AT END OF CHECKOUT LANE can more green beans than they OR AT STORE OFFICE. LIMIT freeze. ONE PER ADULT CUSTOMER PER STORE VISIT. $100 WINNER THE HOMEMAKERS were LOWELL D. ANDERSON warned about using out-dated re­ cipes which do not apply to mod­ ern vegetables, fruits and proc­ essing methods. They were told that open kettle canning has not been recommended as a safe process for over a quarter of a century and that hot pack for vegetables is most desirable. A success in home canning is assured If the homemaker will read, understand and follow re­ liable rules—r u 1 e s developed Top Value after long periods of research and testing by authorities. Ob­ taining faulty seals, underproc- essing, and improper handling Stamps are the three main causes of food With These spoilage. A highlight of the program was Coupons the showing of a color film called "Now Is The Time*—for canning, that isl VALUABLE COUPON Arrangements for this event were made by Extension Home I Economist Helen Meach. Mrs I 50 Sziha Bruce Mehney, a member of the I B & B study group, assisted I TOP VALUE STAMPS with the canning and freezing WITH THIS COUPON AND demonstrations, providing home I S5 TO S9.99 PURCHASE canned products and equipment. I (EXCLUDING BEER, WINE OR TOBACCO) L REDEEM AT KROGER THRU SAT., HAY 14, 1969. £ettiice VALUABLE COUPON 1 I I I 100 Stfra I Petecmel I I I TOP VALUE STAMPS I ' -1 ;•' -WhTHiTHIS COUPON AND ~ ^IOTO'SU.994iv iu «ii. " PURCHASEr on tnMJi. it, ^m • (EXCLUDING BEER, WINE OR TOBACCOi S • REDEEM AT KROGER THRU SAT MAY 24, 1969. rfl

VALUABLE COUPON i I WELCH'S APPLE-GRAPE, REGULAR I OR LO CAL LIBBY LO CAL HUNT MUSHROOMS OR ONIONS IN i 150 S*fo& 16-OZ • • WT • TOP VALUE STAMPS I Welchade 3 99< CANS 89* Tomato Sauce 7--41 WITH THIS COUPON AND I SIS TOS19.99 PURCHASE I FRESHLIKE CUT OR FRENCH STYLE QUALITY PINK HUNTS (EXCLUDINLULfinGu BEERDCCN, WINnineE OvrR\ TOBACCOIUDMI_\.U)I _ L REDEEMMA T KROGER THRU SAT.. MAY 24,1969. fg Green Beans5 - $1 Grapefruit JUICE O CANS 4? I Catsup K19£ SPECIAL LABEL NINENth LIVES TUNA, SUPERPER VALUABLE COUPON CLOVER VALLEY STRAWBERRY SUPPER OR TUNA && EGG LIBBY 6-OZ £l I 32-OZ WT CAN ^ I I Preserves VfT JAR 69* Cat Food 8 Tomato Juice 3X89* • 20Q£xtvz LADY SCOTT (200 2-PLY) PARKAY MISSY.UQUID i TOP VALUE STAMPS RICHARD C. LANCE • WITH THIS COUPON AND Here is the new address for Facial Tissue 4 $1 Soft Margarine 39C Detergent 3 $1 Z S20 TO S24.99 PURCHASE Richard C. Lance: Pvt Richard • (EXCLUDING BEER, WINE OR TOBACCO _— C Lance, RA 68078821, 238 B, SPOTLIGHT INSTANT LIBBY LO CAL HALVES OR SLICED ENZYME ACTIVE • REDEEM AT KROGER THRU SAT MAY 24, 1969. ffi Co. A., 2nd Bn., U.S. Med. T.C./ Fort Sam Houston, Tex. 78234. 6-OZ Combined coupons above with WT JAR Axion PRB-SOAK $-,& 69$ Coffee 59* Peaches 4 89< required purchase amounts for full 500 Extra Top Value Stamps. School election CONTADINA SOLID FRESH KROGER FRESHLIKE WHOLE KERNEL workers named GIANT WHITE OR GARDEN PEELED OR CREAM STYLE Election inspectors for the June 9 school election in the St. Johns School District have been TOMATOES Sandwich Sweet Freshlike appointed by the board of educa­ tion. Working in Precinct 1 (St. Bread Peas Corn Johns polling place) will be Ladd Bartholomew, Rudolph Mohnke, Helen Fitzpatrick, Alma Davis, Barbara Davis, Leola Gove, Ru|- dolph Tiedt, Orientis Fish and U-OZ Alberta Cornwell. l 24-OZ WT WT Election inspectors in the othei* LOAVES CANS precincts will be: 1 Precinct 2 (East Essex) Lois E. Upton, Marcia Nemcik and Charles R. Smith; precinct 3 (Eu­ reka) Gladys Hankey, Virginia Health & Beauty Aids Jones and Wilma Ferrall; pre'- cinct 4 (Olive Center) Agattta REGULAR OR HARDTO NOW WITH Simon, Mary Barks and Joa,n HOLD SUAVE * Fedewa; precinct 5 (Riley Town EN-JAX ACTION 6000 EVERYDAY Hall) Elmer Marten, Edwar'd Hair Spray W'°/N 49 Witt, Jewell Rossow and Ivah v • Ajax VALUABLE COUPONS LOW PRICES Rossow. SUAVE SHAMPOO OR VAC PAC COUNTRY CLUB One change in the normal voting • PIUS routine has been approved by the .OZBTL Detergent Kroger 1(9 school board. The polling place, Cream Rinse 5 TOP VALUE STAMPS for Precinct 1 voters from Bing­ REGULAR OR SPEARMINT SPECIAL LABELSEL Coffee Cream ham and Bengal Townships will be in Room 111 at the high school, TOOTHPASTE WT TUBE OV\ • '5-GAL McLeans CAN* I ,# while residents of the City of HAIRDRESSING • CTN 39< St. Johns will vote in Room 113. Why Settle In the past, only one room has Brylcreem WT~TUBE 79v I thru Sat., May 74, IH». I Thru Sal., May 14, \H9 $ be£n used, but school officials DtUDORANT made the change to lessen the UmMmmta dtiJA^JimmmmmmmMiMl $ikf I H«0 pressure in what they feel will Ban Spray jfti* 1H be a big turnout of voters. $age 14 B CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St Johns, Michigan Wednesday, May ^1, 1969 Frechen Jaycee president Leaves farm home after 84 years i Robert Frechen of 510 S. Ot­ president, will be state director tawa Street was elected presi­ for the local Jaycees next year. dent of the St. Johns Jaycees for Lloyd Beckwith has historical the 1969-70 year and will be sworn in to that office at a joint installation meeting with the Jaycettes June 7. memories about 'Sleepy Hollow Frechen was elected at the Jaycees' May meeting last Tues­ day evening at the L & L. He Lloyd Beckwith has some fond, area, Beckwith told the County an example of what one shouldn't ever the church was not or­ has been a member of the Jay- historical memories about the News last week. be. There was also a lecture ganized there, but at a house dees for two years and last year area that's being converted into The former Victor Township on phrenology (the study of the that stood on the Ronald Scoot sferved as external vice presi­ the new Sleepy Hollow State Park, clerk and justice of the peace conformation of the skull as farm about half a mile east of the dent. He lived 84 years of his life wrote down a lot of the things he indicative of mental faculties). school building on Price Road, 9 on a 120-acre farm on Upton remembers about the buildings. After a number of people had f Other officers for next year The membershipwasmadeupof ijiclude Roger Beebee as internal Road that has been bought for These are some of his recol­ their bumps read one of them Methodists, Baptists, Presbyte­ the park. He's been living the lections. was asked, "Have I told you the vflce president, Shayne Smith as rians and some others who had external vice president, Jack past seven months in St. Johns The Grove School building has truth about yourself?' The man no church affiliation, but they Bertoldi as treasurer, Jim Cathy with his daughter, Mrs Margaret been used as a gathering place replied "You'd better ask my were united in seeing the need as secretary, Dave Humenik as Paige, RN, at 502 E. McCon- for at least two different re­ neighbors." Also politics were of a church, local director, and John Bri- nell Street. ligious groups, the Victor Grange argued there pro and, con with ganti, John Arehart, Barry Dean The recently published article meetings, and otherpublic meet­ no one convinced on either side. WITHIN THE CHURCH organ­ a^nd Randy Ott as directors at about the Sleepy Hollow State ings. A prohibition lecture was The Grove School building was ization there were two church lhrge. Park was interesting, but there held there at one time with the the meeting place of the First societies and one could belong Congregational Church that was 'B Gene Downing, out - going ROBERT FRECHEN are a great many interesting speaker so drunk he could hardly to either one or both as he things about other buildings in the stand up. At least he served as founded in Clinton County. How- pleased. The church society really had more to do with the building of the Grove Church SON than the Congregational Church LLOYD BECKWITH MIDDLETON Phone: 236-728J organization. The building now Ovid Township, in 1839 and built place. There was an air space belongs to the Victor Missionary what was probably the only house about eight inches high under the Massey-Ferguson and New Idea Sales and Service Society. There's still a Victor of Its kind in Clinton County. floor and the floor was held up Congregational Churchwhich re­ It was a rather large home for with hewn logs and timbers which TRACTORS ports to the Genesee Association; that period, being 17 feet, 8 were laid on the stone wall. The MF TO 35 gas with 12 x 28 tires. however It's not very active. inches wide by 39 feet long. bricks were laid around these The Horton - Stockman Grange Farmall A, new paint with buzz saw. There was another room attached timbers. Also there were pieces John Deere G narrow front. still meets there. about 12 feet wide and 16 feet of wood incorporated In the inside John Deere 420 utility w/3 point hitch. In the attic of the Grove School long, complete with a cellar. The wall to hold furring pieces as Oliver super 88 diesel wide front. building there is straw (or was) house was build with sun dried the walls were plastered on the Oliver 550 that was blown in during a tor­ adobe brick measuring 2 1/2 inside, but not on the ceiling. John Deere 4010 diesel 15.5x38 tires. nado that went through In 1881, inches bv 4 1/2 Inches and 10 Rafters were of small tamarack MISC. IMPLEMENTS from the south west corner of 1/2 inches long with a whitish trees, but I don't know what kind section three to the northeast gray color. John Deere 8 ft. disc. of roofing; it might have been section of section three. No one John Deere 4 x 16 trailer plow. The ceilings in the main part oak or black ash shakes. Tam­ was hurt, but the children and Oliver 5 x 16 trailer plow. were sevenfeet eight Inches high. arack was used at that time as 32 ft. double chain elevator. teacher were badly frightened. The blocks were laid up with rafters and studding and also IH 16 ft. wheel drag. The frame of the church building mud of the same material as the later as they were plentiful in John Deere 3 pt. Sprayer (which was across the street brick with the joints properly the marshy area, where they John Deere 12 ft. wheel disc. from the school building) was broken. The doors and window grew very thick, tall and straight. IH 10 ft. 9 wheel disc. They had just started the con­ casings were of heavy plank. When the fall rains came the 3 Ford 2 row cultivators. struction of the church that day, The kitchen part o the home was outside walls started to wash bbwn down. They had just started IH 4 row front cultivator. torn down about 30 years ago down, so they were covered with the construction of the church John Deere 4 row front cultivator. when the house was remodeled. boards vertically and battened that day. The bri ck wall extended about down. These can still be seen, Some of the door and window three feet above the ceilingwhere where the siding has been torn casings were blown out of the there was a loft held up with off. Clinton County home where Mr and Mrs Magg small logs. One could get up by now live, and the housewas blown an open stairway with a landing THE MAIN PART of the house slightly off its foundation. The and turn; it brought one into the is still standing. What a museum Board of Supervisors Meeting This home located on the corner of Cenrerline and Upton Roads, in the orchard was completely de­ center of the loft. There was a piece] V stroyed. Some damage was also properly installed bed sink under How the moldsforthesebricks A Meeting of the Clinton County Board of Supervisors will Sleepy Hollow State Park, was originally built by an early pioneer named done where the Denison School the stairway. If you don't know were made, or how long the be held on Jobey Denison. He constructed it in 1839 and the home was remodeled at now stands. what a bed sink was, better ask brick had to be dried before they MONDAY, MAY 26th, 1969 various times through the years. Now partially torn down, the construction The Congregational Church an old timer. could be laid in the wall, or how building has two rooms, divided long the wall wasprotected while in the Courthouse, St. Johns, Michigan. At 1:30 p.m. the features are clearly visible in the walls, ceilings and basement areas. There is no mention of how by folding doors. The north part large a family Jobey Denison had, being laid up, no one knows. Board will act on the following applications referred to them -was especially designed for use from the Clinton County Zoning Commission: but I know there was one son, In later years when the house of the Victor Grange which at Jared, who lived there with his was remodeled there was a that time had a large member­ Wife Fanny. They raised four cement wall put around the main BINGHAM TOWNSHIP ship. There was hardly a fam­ sons and five daughters. There part as the rats found out they From Zone D, agriculture to Zone B, residential: Conservation practices ily within a three mile radius are a number of descendants could chew through the bricks. that didn't belong. The room was still living in Clinton and ad­ So this is my story of some of The NE 1/4 of Sec. 29, T7N-R2W, Bingham Township, also available for public use. joining counties. the doings that went on in that Clinton County, Michigan except a parcel ofiand in the North­ Many an ice-creajp social was The bricks of the home were part of the county that I suppose -west corner theieof 140 feet'East and'^est by 185 feet held there and maple syrup laid on a stone wall. I don't know someday will become "Sleepy V for the home garden socials. v* North and South also except the East 1755 feet of the North­ what kind of mortar held them in Hollow State Park." east 1/4; and except the South 885 feet except the East 1755 There was another building \ feet of said Northeast 1/4. 35.1 Acres, more or less. By LLOYD B.CAMPBELL across the road from the Grove rodents by screen, they should hard rains and keep it in place- School that was used for the Kick the right people District Conservationist be mulched also to provide more U.S,Soil Conservation Service not allowing one particle to wash Victor band to practice in. Dur­ BINGHAM TOWNSHIP uniform moisture and a more similar inflationary cost in­ About this time of the year the away from the garden area. Con­ ing parades the band rode and Pressures of inflation have Approval and recommendations from the Clinton County uniform fruit—another good con­ creases for manufacturers, pro­ conservation gardener is spading touring, cover crops, mulching, played on high wheeled bikes. resulted in price increases with Board of Supervisors to erect and maintain a trailer coach servation practice. cessors, and service businesses or plowing under the rye-grass residue return are a few of the The front wheel of the bike.was the cost of food being one of the park on the following described parcel of landf are reflected in rising prices of cover crop that he planted as the conservation practices that about five feet in diameter and less rapidly rising items included ! The East 1755 feet of the Northeast 1/4; and the South Returning the residue to the the back wheel about a foot high. in the Consumer Price Index. everything else we buy. ' 885 feet of the Northeast 1/4 except the East 1755 feet garden was harvested last sum­ assist the home gardener to mer and fall. This cover crop soil from the compost pile is Despite this, the retailer often The association executive thereof, Section 29, T7N, R2W, Bingham Township, Clinton achieve maximum satisfaction has kept the winter rains from another good conservation prac­ Land that is in section two bears the brunt of consumer ir­ points out that, "in the past 18 ! County, Michigan, 124.3 acres, more or less. and at the same time provide packing the soil, and tied up the tice. This practice adds humus, (on the east side of Upton Road) ritation over rising prices. After years, 1950 through 1968, every wholesome food for himself and i WILLIAM M. COFFEY, water soluble plant foods in their and perhaps if applied often In the east side of the park pro­ all, he sells a basic necessity of $2,6 billion of deficit In the enough and in large enough his family. ject was Indian territory. It was life and when food costs more it federal government has been ac­ I Zoning Administrator 3-1 little cover crop roots for use by this year's vegetable crop. amounts may add organic matter, easy to find camp sites on the simply leaves less in the family companied by a 1 per cent in­ and just might increase the depth The children will like to help gravel ridge that runs neailythe budget for purchasing something crease in all prices. Too much The gardener has by now of the rich top soil so badly Dad with the home garden and full length north and south of like a new fishing rod or tele­ money loose chasing too few mulched the strawberries (of needed to provide just the right should be encouraged to do the section two. You could find arrow vision set. goods. This is what happens." course, they are planted on the soil conditions for maximum food tasks they are capable of per­ heads, pieces of pottery, toma­ The president of the National Kicking the man at the super­ contour when the garden has a production. This building of new forming as the home garden is hawks, drills, skinning knives, Association of Food Chains has market check-out stand is not slope) to hold the frost in the top soil is a slow process. It is tobacco pipes and other tools. observed that costs made food only unjust, but completely in­ ground so the plants do not bloom many people's first work ex­ estimated that without man's aid, I have half of a ceremonial but­ prices, and he points out, "Sixty effective. It would make far more too soon and be hurt by the late perience. This work experience it takes 1,000 years to build one terfly ax and lots of pieces were per cent of the cost of food is the sense to kick some of the big frosts. The mulch will keep the should be fun and rewarding. It inch of top-soil. found on the cleared land. maiketing cost. Transportation spenders out of government. It moisture in the soil on the hot Is more fun when you are a I alone is an $11 blllion-a-year Is they who have put the main summer days so the fruit will This top-soil is so valuable to conservation gardener. Save the THERE IS A POND in the item. Then there's packaging, pinch on our pocketbooks and be more uniform. Mulching of the home gardener that he must nation's ability to produce food north-east corner (in the north processing, wholesaling and re­ nobody else. small fruits is important. When use all the conservation prac­ by applying more conservation one - half of the south - west tailing. fruit trees are protected from tices he can to protect it from practices in your garden. quarter of section two) where the "In labor, the food industry is One water desallnization plant Indians used to go fishing. Even settling contracts this year at on the island of Aruba in the today it is seldom that the pond roughly 7 per cent more than Caribbean provides 12,000,000 goes dry. last year's wage cost, about one gallons of converted salt water One of the early pioneers was per cent above the national 6 per daily. Enough in one month, to a Jobey Denison who came and cent increase In union contracts." fill an oceanarium the size of ' ( FOR SALE settled on 120 acres of land on These aie all details of costs 'California's famous marine land 163 1/2 times. Remodeled Downtown Office Building the south side of section 35, that make up food prices, just as

SPECIAL ELECTION NOTICE STATE FARM To the qualified electors of the township of DeWitt, County of Clinton: Notice is hereby given that a SPECIAL RECALL ELECTION will be held in the township of DeWitt; in the county of INSURANCE Clinton and State of Michigan, on ® MAY 26, 1969 £51 FOR INSURANCE CALL from seven (7:00) o'clock In the forenoon until eight The reasons are in Bolens (8:00) o'clock in the afternoon, Eastern standard Time for the purpose of voting on RECALL OF DeWITT TOWNSHIP Difference Designed Features SUPERVISOR.

¥r 7 hp compact with standard transmission Voting locations are as follows: and recoil starter •& Electric starter optional Precinct No, 1, Hall No. 1, 414 E. Main St., DeWitt,Mich. •fr Two speed ranges for six forward, two Precinct No. 2, Hall No, 2, 780 E. Wleland Rd., Lansing, jj reverse speeds * 34" turning radius -ft 108 BRUSH STREET Michigan, Eight attachments available for year 'round Precinct No. 3, Fire Hall, 780 E. Wieland Rd,, Lapsing, Michigan, DICK HAROLD versatility Between A & P store & Post Office Precinct No. 4, Hall No, 1, 414 E. Main St., DeWitt, Mich. HAWKS GREEN Precinct No. 5, Hall No. 2, 780 E. Wieland Rd., Lansing, Michigan, CONTACT: Floyd Parmelee, Mgr. 200 W. State St. Absent voters ballots are available at DeWitt Township Clerk's office at 78-0 E. Wieland Road, Lansing, Michigan, St. Johns, Federal Land Bank Assn. 48906, by written application on prescribed form until 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 24, 1969, Phone 224-7160 OLIVER S. ANGELL PHILLIPS IMPLEMENT CO. DeWitt Township Clerk STATE FARM IHSUMNCC COMPAKlU' 313 N. Lansing ST. JOHNS PH. 224-2777 Box 228, ST. JOHNS, Ph. 224-7127 2-2 KMM OfflCM! MwMtagtMt HM* Wednesday, May 21, ]969 CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Page 15 B FB Women Warn of roofing racket here Who's hear of farm The Chamber of Commerce has reportedly are using a highly warned St. Johns residents of the' inflammable material fori a presence In town of a roofing sealer which doesn't eyen seal life in past racket which has reportedly al­ j-well. -.<»:> Supporting ready duped one local lady. Persons who should happennb* Melvin Woell and Carl Ketner The Chamber office was noti­ be contacted by the men arg of the Michigan Farm Bureau fied by the Consumer Protection urged to call the Chamber or the' Information Division spoke on Division of the state attorney city police department, '•»•<'» Whom ? "Farming As It Used To Be* ,—.... i -. L general's office that two men are when they appeared at the May 6 offering the roofing work. They For-Classified Ads — 224-2361'' DHIA REPORT FOR APRIL 1969 meeting of the Clinton County Farm Bureau Women InSt. Johns. Name No. Lbs. Lbs. % Cows Woell and Ketner had some of Cows Milk B'Fat in test their antique hand tools and ap­ pliances with them, illustrating Harry Sanborn 29 1579 57 95 WE the progress from the sickle and Robert Wilcox 35 1630 56 96 adz to the self-propelled com­ Don Witt & Son 35 1473 56 89 bines. The program tied in with Robert Nurenberg 37 1451 53 94 the' 50th year anniversary of the Leon Miller 38 1346 53 89 Michigan Farm Bureau and the Wyrick Brothers 30 1337 51 101 American Federation of Farm NEED Laweda Farms 54 1454 50 87 Bureau. 32 1331 92 Willaim Mayers 50 This is also the 25th anniver­ Kenneth Thclen 34 1267 50 90 1360 sary year of the Clinton County Frank Prochazka 22 49 95 Farm Bureau Women's Organ­ Ernest Jackson 50 1381 48 .95 DO IT YOURSELF PROJECT BIG SUCCESS ization. CORN Ervin Marten 39 1234 48 100 George Smith 29 1010 48 84 r Miss Lorraine Sprague, Ex­ Marvin Simon 37 1292 47 85 Bob Nourse and Charles Volk who live on Cutler Road in Eagle Township tension home economist, was also Mervin Chamberlain 27 1275 47 97 were a little discouraged with the county road commission and several deep a speaker, and she presented Fred Mayers 21 1272 47 color slides to illustrate cos­ 82 holes in the road. They found an old road.grader (estimated age 100 years) . Warren Swanson- 26 1249 47 93 tumes for different figure varia­ IMMEDIATELY Jerome Spitzley 35 1248 47 89 out in the woods and welded and chained it back together and worked several tions in a program entitled *Your Russell Ormsby 29 1286 46 98 hours on the road. Best Self." Ron Spitzley 70 1257 46 100 The next meeting will be June 3 See Us Before Darrell Martin 31 1310 45 89 at the Farm Bureau office in St. S & H Farms 82 1279 45 92 EXTENSION REPORT Johns with a noon potluckdinner. William Knight 39 1151 45 92 Hostesses will be the Clinton You Sell! James George 33 1226 44 82 Pioneers and Friendly Farmers. Francis Motz 32 1224 44 88 A cancer film, "The Embattled 44 45 814 95 Cell," will be shown by'Mrs Al­ Dale Anderson 43 How about phosphate? Ed Grams & Sons 137 1238 87 bert Fruchtl, chairman of cancer FARMERS CO-OP 43 40 1180 93 volunteer activities for, Clinton Darwin Smith & Sons 43 50 1172 97 County. Robert Borton & Sons 43 Woodard Dunkel 26 1141 96 By GEORGE McQUEEN 43 92 ELEVATOR 41 1081 Alex Vitek & Sons 41 10 1108 95 FOWLER Ph. 582-2661 George J. Hazle 41 Recently, news articles have test exceeding 40 pounds per 65 1077 91 tainly is desirable, but one should Dennis Thelen 41 appeared in farm issues regard­ acre. Applications of phosphate 95 1050 90 not be afraid to ask if the informa­ Frank Rivest 40 ing overuse of phosphate fer­ fertilizer to soils testing over tion applies In his particular 4-H 30 1149 85 Don Swagart 40 tilizer. While accurate and well 40-50 pounds must be for main­ case. If so, why? If not, why 30 1091 102 Fruchtl & Bishop 40 supported by research studies tenance only. Excess phosphate not? ? ARE YOU A GRASS CUTTER ? 66 1087 94 Paul Nobis 40 they have confused some farm­ may reduce yields and be very 25 1054 67 Notes Rostan Mehney & Sons 39 ers in Clinton County. costly. We still have a few real good 36 977 92 Joseph Wing 38 List Michigan The Willing Workers 4-H A.W. Cobb & Son 38 1022 82 When read carefully the ar­ In Clinton County ove'r 80 per bargains in YARDMAN riding lawn 28 80 ticles each time point out the group spent part of Saturday mowers—also walk behind. Come George Jorae 1071 37 cent of the tilled fields are clay afternoon, May 10, picking up D Si V Green 1272 973 37 82 findings apply to loamy or sandy loam soils, so statements in the travel events loam soils with phosphorus soil trash along roadsides in Riley take a look. Lynn Fickles 26 741 36 93 news articles do not apply here. 115 Michigan travel events during Township. At the club's May 5 Peter Kurncz 981 35 99 meeting Diane Klrkpatrick re­ v *l Raymond Mayers 92 912 35 94 Beginning Also, soil test results forphos- the next 10 days include these ? SIMPLICITY ? 31 phorus in Clinton County since ported on her trip to Yankee Carl Burk 834 32 83 listings by the Michigan Tourist Springs.' The next meeting will E. A. Livingston 36 601 32 78 1957 have been over 85 per cent Council: SURE! We can give you any size of good beans low to very low. Most soil tests be held June 3 at 7:30 at Mary Country Fair of Yesteryear at Sehlke's home. to do your job the Easy Way. not showing low phosphorus have' Greenfield Village in Dearborn HIGH LACTATION RECORDS The beginning of Michigan's * * world-famous bean industry is been sandier soils, gardens, or Thursday through Saturday; In­ Owner Breed Milk B'Fat attributed to the late Dr Eldon lawns. ternational Festival at Grosse The We-Hah-Kay-Asta 4-H WHY NOT STOP IN.... OR E. Down, Michigan State Uni­ Becoming better informed cer­ Pointe Village Thursday through club members extends their D & V Green Holstein 21209 750 versity plant scientist. Saturday; Highland Festival at thanks to the Victor Pathfinders CALL FOR AN EVENING APPOINTMENT D & V Green Holstein 17447 711 In 1938, Down irradiated some Alma Saturday; and Fort Michili- 4-H club' for their warm hos­ D & V Green Holstein 17054 702 Michelite beans and spotted one mackinac massacre re-enact­ pitality .and inviting them on the D & V Green Holstein 19744 700 bean out of several thousand that ment at Mackinaw City May 29- trailride May 4 in Victor Toqn- C&L SALES A. w. Cobb Holstein 18279 696 was two weeks earlier in matur­ 30. ship area. There were 24 mem­ D & V Green Holstein 17689 693 bers, guests and adults from the US-27 at DILL ROAD — DEWTTT ity than the others and had an " WHERE SERVICE IS A HABIT " Ed Grams & Sons Holstein 16145 690 upright bushy structure. Aluminum that is 99.99 per We-Hah-Kay-Asta club who par­ A. W. Cobb & Spn , , Holstein 18155 579 ticipated^ In the.irail^ride,. Those PHONE 669-3107 i This superior plant (the first &*» icentrpure goesuinto aluminum 1 who couldn't ride a 'horse were .Frank.Rivest , ;:., ..s, ,,. . .JU, tHolstein 19397 ^678 important plant improvement in ^ 'alloys 'which ar'e*requlrecPfor 'diftPF LOESCH, OWNER Francis Motz Holstein 21049 676 this nation to be* developed by making military aircraft. treated to a ride on several Warren Swanson Holstein* 18135 669 ionizing radiation) was crossed pony hitches provided by the Rostan Mehney Holstein 18935 667 with other strains and produced Shop in Clinton County. Victor club. Ken Thelen Holstein 20171 665 Sanilac, a variety that produced Rostan Mehney Holstein 18619 665 bumper crops for Michigan grow­ Clinton County D & V Green Holstein 16461 659 ers while other beans were being News It's appreciated! D & V Green Holstein 19055 658 virtually wiped out by white mold D & V Green Holstein 19112 653 and early rains. GOOD PRICES D & V Green Holstein 16350 652 on Don Tatroe.to lead Cow 'check-ups' school board group Don O. Tatroe has been named organizations at local, state and save up to $4,000 executive director of the Mich­ national levels and has contri­ igan Association ofSchool Boards buted articles to state and na­ Regular herd "check-ups* by reproductive disorders." beginning Aug. 1, 1969. tional publications. His doctoral a veterinarian will prevent some Dr Morrow urges dairymen to Dr Tatroe completed high thesis was entitled "A" Critical of the cow reproduction problems use a "preventative medicine" school in St. Johns In 1945; at­ Examination of the State School that cost the average Michigan approach to prevent problems of tended Illinois Wesleyan and Aid Formula in Michigan," dairyman $1,000 to$4,000ayear. infertility that cause 20 to 25 June Cloven! $25.20bu. Michigan State University re­ Don and his wife, Marianne, "A monthly examination sched­ per cent of the state's cow num­ ceiving from the latter, degrees have four children; Deborah, 18; ule Is designed to keep repro­ bers to be culled out each year. Mammoth Clover $22.50 bu. as follows: bachelor's - 1949; Keven, 15; Philip 9; and Mark, 8. ductive disorders to a minimum "The best way to maintain a and to maintain a 12- to 13- master of arts, College of Edu­ high conception rate and proflt- a/id cation - 1951; and doctor of edu­ month calving interval," reports able4 reproductive performances Alfalfa.. •bu. $31.20 up cation - 1958. He attended,Har­ Dr David Morrow, a Michigan is to have the veterinarian come vard University Advanced Grad­ State University veterinarian. to the farm monthly and examine' uate Institute in 1965. "Nearly $20 million is lost cows on a definite schedule. •ALSO' Professional positions held by each year by Michigan dairy­ him include: instrumental music men," he says, "due to decreased - "For best results this pro­ GOOD PRICES on TEWELES milk production, fewer calves, gram should be started in the i I teacher, Holt 1949-52; principal, Haslett High School, 1952-54; extra maintenance of the dry late summer and early fall or whenever the majority of the graduate assistant, Michigan c'ow, higher replacement costs, Alfalfa — Corn When you install whole house gas air conditioning, you're in­ forced culling and treatment of herd is calving," adds Morrow. stalling COMFORT — and everyone says "thank you" in his State University, 1954-55; as­ own special way. "Thank you" for a cool, quiet, refreshing re­ sistant superintendent of schools, treat on a sweltering hot summer day... and especially "thank* Warren Consolidated, 1955-62; you" for remembering to.have the installation done NOW be­ and superintendent, Waterfdrd Soybeans fore the first summer scorcher strikes. Right now you may doubt that summer will ever come, but it Township, 1963-69. PAINT SALE!! will. Before it does, however, mail this coupon or contact our Don is an active member of a nearest office and find out how you can buy a whole house gas air conditioning unit plus ... number of professional and civic Certified, FIVE YEARS' FREE SERVICE ORDER SEED OATS Certified and Uncertified Consumers Power Company Tell me more about central I Qas Air Conditioning and your I LIQUID OFF NOW SOYBEANS FIVE YEARS' FREE SERVICE NAME. FERTILIZER ADDRESS. on O'BRIEN paint Bulk & Bag CITY ZIP. Blend 25<~40< PER GAL. Come in-check & our prices for your Granulated SMITH BROS. 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f e 3 P°9 16 B CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Wednesday, Ma/21, 1969 tf Business and Professional Announcements, Legal News?

It Is ordered that on Wednesday, Claim Korkoske, Aug. 6 Life With The Rimples By Les Carroll June 18, 1969, at 10 aim,, in the STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate Probate Courtroom, St. Johns, Mich­ SCIENCE Hfc5 PROVED YOU MAtt? •SCIENTIST* 1 THEY MADE ARE YOU INSINUATING THEY TT Court for the County of Clinton. J igan, a hearing be held on the petition Estate of ARK AU. MEAN.CAMTANKfiWOLl* NEVER TESTED," of Lenore Margaret Jones for probate «REEPV ANU CMECKEP You CLMeMFy ME MOHMtfS, ALBERT KORKOSKE, Deceased ON ME.' TOO,' of a purported Will and Codicil of the It Is Ordered that oh Wednesday, deceased, for granting of administra­ August 6, 1909, at 10:00 a.m., in <5$ tion to(the executor named, or some the Probate Courtroom at St. Johns, other suitable person, and far deter­ Michigan a hearing be held at which mination of heirs. '• New Business Firms Witt twp. all creditors of said deceased are re­ May 6; StateHlghwayCommis­ Publication and service shall be made quired to prove their claim, Creditors as provided by Statute and Court Rule. , t. St. Johns Automotive Service sioner of Michigan to Welland W. must file sworn claims with the court - and Supply Co., 1005 N, US-27, TIMOTHY M. GREEN, and serve a copy on Clara N. Kor- Sprague, property in Eagle twp. Judge of Probate, koske, 493 Chadwlck Rd., R-2, DeWitt, • St. Johns, by Dean E. Fosmoe, May 7: John L. and Helen Gaf- Dated: May 7,1969 Michigan, prior to said hearing. Pub­ ! Bx 184, St. Johns. fney to Gary L. and Mary E, Walker & Moore lication and service shall be made as - * St, Johns Tire Co., 1005 N. Soya, property in Olive twp. By: Jack Walker provided by statute and Court rule. ', US-27, St. Johns by Dean E. Fos- May 7: Darling Builders Sup­ Attorney for Petitioner TDHOTHY M. GREEN, ) Clinton National Bank Bldg, ; moe, Box 184, St. Johns. ply Co. to Michael W.andSharon Judge of Probate. * St. Johns, Michigan. 2-3 Dated: April 30, 1969. Pierce, property in River Wood. Thomas H, Skehan ; c Marriage Licenses May 7; Bruce J. and Elizabeth ORDER TO ANSWER Attorney for Estate STATE OF MICHIGAN-In the Circuit 800 Bauch Bid., I Terry h, Thurston, 20, R-2, Shaw to Virgil O. and Carol Estate of Wood, property in Victor twp. property in Auto Park Subdivi­ Court for the County of Clinton. Lansing, Michigan. 1-3 ;, St. Johns and Barbara J, An­ • LEGAL NOTICES JOHN L. SANDERS, Deceased. SHARON L. HAGY, Plaintiff May 7: Marion L. Hill to Tom sion. It Is ordered that on Wednesday, derson, 19, of 609 W. Higham May 12: John E. and Thelma Southeast Eagle vs Heirs Toth-June 18 •"Street, St. Johns. A, and Ruth Tabberer, property Heirs KruKer-July 2 June 18, 19G9, at 9:30 a.m., InthePro­ THOMAS S. HAGY, Defendant in DeWitt. Rule and Edna Ferguson to Irene By Mrs Harold Sullivan bate Courtroom, St. Johns, Michigan, STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate On the 7th day of May, 1969, an Court for the County of Clinton. May 7: Samuel D. and Ade­ Baert, property in Elsie. Court for the County of Clinton. a hearing \ be held on the petition of action was filed by Sharon L. Hagy, Driving Licenses Clinton National Bank & Trust Company Estate of laide France to Richard S. and May. 12: Steve Reha to William Mrs Erma Sheely and children Estate of plaintiff, against Thomas S. Hagy, de­ JOSEPH G. TOTH, Deceased Revoked in County for license to sell real estate of said fendant, in this Court to secure a Vida Burgess, property in Riley and Katherine Chapko, property of Hillsdale spent the weekend ' EDWARD F. KRUGER, Deceased It is ordered that on Wednesday, .^ (As reported by It Is ordered that on Wednesday, deceased. Persons Interested In said divorce. " twp. in Duplain twp. of May 4 with Mr and Mrs Donald estate are directed to appear at said June 18, 1969, at 10:30 a.m., in the ", Secretary of State) July 2, 1969, at 9:30 a.m., in the Pro­ It Is hereby ordered that the defend­ Probate Courtroom atSt. Johns,Mich- May 7: Douglas V. and Ger­ May 12: Francis E. and Thel­ Sullivan and family. They at­ bate Courtroom, St. Johns, Michigan, hearing to show cause why such license ant, Thomas Si Hagy, shall answer or ' David Owen Butler of 106 1/2 ma Law to Eldon C. Jr.andEffie should not be granted, lgan, a hearing be held on the petition trude Keilen to Donald E, and tended a potluck supper for Mr a hearing be held on the petition of take such other action as may be per­ of Bertha M. Toth for appointment of •" > S. Ottawa, St. Johns, for vio­ Marlene Love, property in De- L. Barclay, property in Olive and Mrs Russell Sullivan at the Louise S. Kruger for appointment of an Publication and service shall be mitted by law on or before the 10th day made as provided by Statute and Court an administrator, and for a determina­ lation of restricted license, Witt twp. twp. Greenwood School at Grand administrator, and for a determination of November, 1969, at 3 o'clock In the tion of heirs. of heirs. Rule. afternoon or as soon thereafter as -.license revoked; Michael Thur- May 7: Bernice G. Sleight to May 12:RichardJ.andDolores Ledge. Publication and service shall be \ low Hogle of 306 S. Lansing Publication and service shall be TIMOTHY M. GREEN, counsel can be heard. Failure to comply Isabel A. Smith, property in Zapoli to Henry J. Fischer, prop­ Mrs Levis Hope of Lansing and Judge of Probate. with this Order will result In a Judg­ made as provided by Statute and Court ' t \ made as provided by Statute and Court Rule. Street, Apt. 3, St. Johns, for un­ Brown's Outlot J. erty in Riley twp. Mrs Anita Pharis of Williams- Rule. ^ Dated: April 28, 1969 ment by Default against such defendant TIMOTHY M. GREEN, satisfactory driving record, sus­ May 7: Grace L, Richardson May 12: Earl F. and Lorena ton (sister and niece of Mrs TIMOTHY M. GREEN, Walker & Moore for the relief demanded in the Com­ By: James A. Moore Judge of Probate, pension effective through Nov. to Harry M. and Margaret Ver- Proctor to Joseph and Phyllis Porter Parks) visited Mr and Judge of Probate. plaint filed In this Court. Dated: May 14,1969 Attorney for Estate Dated: May 7,1969 -2; Lester Al Winter of 405 E. Planck, property in Pleasant Assaff, property in Bath twp. Mrs Porter Parks and family on LEO W. CORKTN, Camllle Sam Abood Walker St Moore Clinton National Bank Bldg. ' Circuit Judge. Higham Street, St. Johns, for View. May 13: William A. and Fran­ May 11. Attorney for Estate unsatisfied judgment, financial By: Jack Walker St. Johns, Michigan. 1-3 Date of Order: May 7, 1969 May 7: Allen J. and Dolores ces Rademacher to AlbertH, and Visitors In the Porter Parks' Attorney for Petitioner 117 East Allegan , responsibility in effeci. Walker & Moore, Lansing, Michigan. 2-3 Houser to St. Johns Public Alice Brenneman, property in home Mother's Day were Mr Clinton National Bank Building Heirs Noonan—June 18 By: James A. Moore Dallas twp. St. Johns, Michigan. 3-3 Attorney for Plaintiff ' Claims , Jones—August 13 'City Building Permits Schools, property in Bingham and Mrs David Parks and chil­ STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate twp. May 13: James C.Sr, and Pearl dren, Mr and Mrs Clyde E. Court for the County or Clinton. Clinton National Bank Bldg. STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate St. Johns, Michigan 48879 2-4 Court for the County of Clinton. Raymond McCullough, 805 E. May 7:,Argentina Mazzolini to McDonald to James R. and San­ Jenks Jr. and son of Lansing, Estate of dra Mead, property in Ovid twp. THOMAS F. NOONAN, Deceased . Estate of •State Street, porch. Donald and Phyllis Mazzolini, Clarence Parks, Elaine Beech of It is ordered that on Wednesday, Claims Theis—July 30 JESSIE JONES, Deceased property in St. Johns. Lansing, and Jerry Myszak of June 10, 19G9, at 9:30 a.m., in the STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate It Is ordered that on Wednesday, May 8: Richard A. and Alberta DeWitt. Mrs Donovan Henning Final Account McFarren—June 12 Probate Courtroom, St. Johns, Mich­ Court for the County of Clinton. August 13, 1969, at 9:30 a.m., In the County Building Thelen to Lyle and Nola McVay, Bannister and children visited May 10. STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate igan, a hearing be held on the petition Estate of Probate Courtroom In St. Johns, Mich­ igan, a hearing be held at which all Permits property in Olive twp. The residents of the commun­ Court for the County of Clinton. of Morris F. Noonan for appointment of MARY ELIZABETH THEIS, Mrs Robert Valentine Estate of an administrator, and for adetermlna- Deceased. creditors of said deceased are required ' - Murphy-Fox Realty Company, May 8:01iviaAndrewstoLouis Phone 862^4342 ity would like to express their CLARA A. McFARREN, tlon of heirs. It Is ordered that on Wednesday, to prove their claims. Creditors must -'* Bath, dwelling and garage. F. and Agnes Rademacher, prop­ deep sympathy to the family of Deceased Publication and service shall be July 30, 1969, at 9:30 a.m., in the file sworn claims with the Court and *' i Fred Wilson, 15850Northwood erty in Greenbush twp. Mrs Ray Peck's Bannister Mrs Florence Oden of Wacousta. ' It is ordered that on Junel2,1969,at made as provided by Statute and Court Probate Courtroom, St. Johns, Mich­ serve a copy on John Patton, RFD No. May 8: Clare H. and Kathleen Mr and Mrs Roger Balmer, 9:30 a.m., In the Probate Courtroom, Rule. igan, a hearing be held at which all 1, St. Johns, Michigan prior to said • '•'Drive, Lansing, addition to United Methodist Sunday School hearing. A. Simmon to Owen N. and Carol George Balmer and Betty Jo St. Johns, Michigan ahearlngbeheldon TIMOTHY M. GREEN, claims agalnstsaidestatewlllbeheard. - ' dwelling. class, the "Stai-llghters" held a the petition of Arthur McFarren, ad­ Publication and service shall be A. Baese, property in Dallas twp. Klingbeil went to the Sveden Judge of Probate. Creditors must file sworn claims with , ^ i Sylvester Thelen, R-2, Fow­ weiner roast Friday evening at ministrator, for allowance of his final Dated: April 30, 1969 the Court andserveacopyonFrederick made as provided by Statute and Court ler, dwelling and garage, May 9: Gertrude S. Guise to Mrs Peck's home. Games were House for Mother's Day. account, for assignment of residue, and Walker & Moore W. Theis, Executor, prior to saldhear- Rule. f\ Thomas R. Flint, property in t- , - Doug Brya, R-4, St. Johns, played and then the group visited Mr and Mrs Roger Balmer for discharge of administrator. By: Jack Walker ing, and also a hearing will be held for j TIMOTHY M. GREEN, East Bank Plat. ' Publication and service shall be determination of heirs. 1 Judge of Probate, . j ,dwelling and garage. Mrs Ellen Cross at her home. visited relatives in Charlotte on Attorney for Estate May 9: WUIard D. and Lillian May 11. made as provided by Statute and Court Clinton National Bank Bldg. Publication and service shall be bated: May 13,1969 *t u Harold R, Main, Eagle, at- On May 10 the 4-Corners 4-H Rule, , [Robert H. Wood Searles to Harold W. H. and Saturday night, May 10, Mrs St. Johns, Michigan. • 1-3 made as provided by Statute and Court ', .J:ached garage. Garden Club visited Beal Gar­ TIMOTHY M. GREEN, [Attorney for Estate Bonnie Wellman, property in Rule. Ralph Disbrow, R-3, Grand dens and toured the greenhouses Van Cleeve visited Mr and Mrs Judge of Probate. [ 115 E, Walker Meadowview Subdivision, Eldoris Hahn. Claims ' Hunt-July 30 TIMOTHY M. GREEN, * » Ledge, re-build garage. at Michigan State University. Mr Dated: May 14,1969 ' Judge of Probate. St. Johns, Michigan. 3-3 May 9: Paul A. and Mary Ann STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate , r, Richard Brook, RFD, E. Lan- and Mrs Norman Blakely and On May 10 Mr and Mrs John William C. Kemper Court for the County of Clinton. Dated: May 8,1969 . _, sing, dwelling and garage. Esch to Bernard R, and Martha Mrs Ray Peck accompanied the Dickinson and family of Owosso Attorney for Estate Estate of Harold B. Reed Will Smith—June 18 J. Thelen, property in Westphalia group. spent the night with Mr and Mrs 100 North Clinton Avenue LEWIS HUNT, Deceased Attorney for said estate Pete Gagne, North Rosewood St. Johns, Michigan. 3-3 STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate Subdivision, Lansing, dwelling. twp. ' Sunday evening the Bannister Otto Dickinson. Mr and Mrs El­ It is ordered that on July 30,1969, at 305 East State Street 10:00 a.m., in the Probate Courtroom, St. Johns, Michigan. 2-3 Court for the County of Clinton. %*** Raymond Davis, R-l, DeWitt, May 9: Mabel N. Sibley and UMYF attended The King's Play­ don Dickinson and family of Delta Estate of a St. Johns, Michigan, a hearing be held t>I addition to dwelling, Lewis U. Stephansky to Albert T. ers presentation of A Mighty Mills were supper guests of his FRANKLIN W. SMITH, Deceased parents. , on claims at which all creditors of said Claims Collins—August 13 5j Eugene McAdams, 4875 Howe and Maxine Fortino, property in Fortress" at the Elsie United deceased are required 16 prove their STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate It Is Ordered that on Wednesday, t5 Road, Bath, addition, Sibley Acres No. 2. Methodist Church. Mr and Mrs Paul Heller and claims. Creditors must file sworn Court for the County of Clinton. June 18, 1969, at 11:00 a.m., in the jg Joe H, Voisinet, 9765 S. Upton May 9: St. Johns Development Mr and Mrs Ray Peck, Mar- family of St. Johns visited Clare Will Hull-June 19 claims with the court and serve a copy Estate of Probate Courtroom at St. Johns, \\ * STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate on Howard S, HuntjrlllVO W. Herbison », DENNIS COLLINS, Deceased Michigan a hearing be held on the jy Road, Laingsburg, addition to Co. to Norman and Dorothy Cain, cella and Matthew were May U Witt May 11. Court'for the'County of Clinton." petition of Louise D, Smith for probate fv dwelling, property in Prince Estates No; 2. George Sargent visited Mr and Road, DeWitt, Michigan, prior to said It Is ordered that on August 13,1969, ""dinner^ guests of Mr and Mrs Estate of hearing. at 9:30 a.m., In the Probate Court­ of a purported will, for granting of May 9: William E, and Ruth Mrs Howard Sargent on May 6. administration to the executor named, %$ John Krezeminshi, Cutler Harold Phillips of St. Johns. RAYMOND F. HULL, Deceased Publication and service shall be room, St. Johns, Michigan, a hearing P*5 Road, Portland, unattached ga- Winegar to Delmar B. andVelma Other guests were Mr and Mrs Mrs Elmer Hardeuburg and It Is ordered that on Thursday, June be held at which all creditors of said or some other suitable person, and made as provided by Statute and Court for a determination of heirs. E>. rage. Gowing, property in Eagle twp. James Laldler and family. Mrs Verda Fuller of Lansing, 19, 1969, at 10:00 a.m., in the Probate Rule. deceased are required to prove their Jp Leon Esch, RFD, Grand Ledge, May 9: Lucile F. Hamer to visited Mrs Howard Sargent May Courtroom, St. Johns, Michigan, a TIMOTHY M. GREEN, claims. Creditors must file sworn Publication and service shall be Mr and Mrs Robert Valentine hearing be held on the petition of Laura Judge of Probate. claims with the Court and serve acopy made as provided by Statute and Court £*-; dwelling and garage. Harlan O. and Lorna D. Raby, 7. Mrs Maxine Hoerner visited J. Hull for probate of a purported wlU, Rule. property In DeWitt twp. and family were 'Mother's Day them on May 11, and Debbie Dated: April 29, 1969 on Ethel M. Coon, 6969 Clark Road, S>? 'Eugene McKee, 9486 W. Grand guests of Mr and Mrs Russell for granting of administration to the Delmer R. Smith Bath, Michigan, prior to said hearing. TIMOTHY M. GREEN, »£i River, Laingsburg, garage. May 12: Clare WitttoFranklin Sargent on May 10. executors named, or some other suit­ Attorney for Estate Publication and service shall be Judge of Probate Pope and family of St. Johns. able person, and for a determination of Dated: April 30th, 1969. $ »Leon Esch, R-3, GrandLedge, and Elaine Wells, property in Other guests were Mrs Irene 1815 E. Michigan Avenue made as provided by Statute and Court iT^f dwelling and garage, Westphalia twp. heirs.' Lansing, Michigan. 1-3 Rule. John Brattln Crowell and Dale of Shepards- DE WITT Publication and service shall be TIMOTHY M. GREEN, Attorney for Estate May 12: Irene M. Chandler to ville and Mr and Mrs William made as provided by Statute and Court Judge of Probate. Michigan Theatre Arcade Jjf^Real Estate Transfers Albert A. White, property in Bath Rando and sons of Ithaca. TOWNSHIP Rule. Will Fox-June 18 Dated: May 7, 1969 215 So. Washington Ave/ ' •yt (From records in office of twp. TIMOTHY M. GREEN, STATE OF MICHIGAN-The Probate Conway Longson . Lansing; Michigan 1-3 ipt Register of Deeds) May 12: Joseph T. and Ruth Judge of Probate. Court for the County of Clinton. Attorney > WATERTOWN MINUTES Dated: May 15,1969 $i May 6: Paul and Aerebelle Zalewski to Frank Hogle and Estate of 2706 E. Michigan Avenue MAY 14, 1969 William C. Kemper EDWARD J. FOX, Deceased Lansing, Michigan, 2-3 For Classified Ads —224-2361 ;$ Flak to Winto'n C.andJoanRuell, Kenneth Cooper, property in CHARTER Attorney for Estate J&; property in DeWitt twp. Dells Acres. Synopsis of DeWitt Township 100 North Clinton Avenue (*fZ&!>&* ro*ft^fttf«^««SS^W«55S!fl^^ O May 6: Ovid Hardware to Cen- May 12: John and Dolores Ka- * TOWNSHIP St. Johns, Michigan. 3-3 Regular Board Meeting held May y tral National Bank of St. Johns, zenko to John F. and Kathleen MINUTES 12, 1969, at Township Hall No. 2, Sale Sanders—June 18 r£* n'roperty in Ovid. Keenoy, property in Chateau 780 E. Wieland Road, Lansing, %< $May 6: Thomas L. and Con- Hills. STATE OF MICHIGAN-THE Probate MAY 12, 1969 Michigan 48906. Court for the County of Clinton. Business Directory JK stance L. Thorn to Jerry I. and May 12: Gladys E, Hughes to Call to order by supervisor, £~ Georgia Cooper, property inDe- David and Imogene E. Burk, The May meeting was called .Nelson, at 8:05 p.m. Board mem­ to order on the above date by bers present: Nelson, Angell, Eagle the supervisor with all board Zeeb, Johns, Purves, Hardtke Mrs Charles Higbee members present. Also present, and Powell. Approximately 30 Phone 626-6531 AUTOMOTIVE DRUGGISTS FUEL OIL-GAS %* Robert Montgomery and Jack citizens were present also. Ryan. Minutes of April 14,1969 meet­ For the BEST BUY in I Professional Directory The minutes of the April meet­ ing read and approved. Communi­ A special town meeting was ST. JOHNS OIL CO. held at the hall on May 10 to New & Used Chevrolet* ing were read and approved. The cations read: Notice of the Mich­ WHITE ROSE PRODUCTS treasurer's report was read and igan Department of State High­ discuss the supervisor's demand See for a raise in salary. Seventy He's o 710 N. Mead placed on file. Bills were read ways is calling a Public Hearing EDINGER & WEBER ATTORNEYS DENTISTS and orders drawn for the same. at 8 p.m. on June 4, 1969 at the one people were present and friend Phone 224-4879 St. Johns ? I Mr Montgomery gave explana­ new Bath High School located on there were 54 votes cast In favor FOWLER Phone 582-2401 TIMOTHY M. GREEN DR. BRUCE GRDJICH and 28 against. He will now re­ \ PAUL A. MAPLES General Dentistry tion of the newly formed DPW the east side of Webster Road, of the' By Appointment Phone 669-3220 ceive $3,000 for his work. Attorneys and Counselors East DeWitt Medical-Dental Bldg. Department in Clinton County North of Clark Road, in the HARDWARE *X210 N. Clinton Phone ZZ4-Z4M 13020 S. US-27 East DeWitt and what it hopes to accomplish. Community of Bath, Michigan. The North Eagle Cemetery ARMSTRONG & family *J JACK WALKER Dr. H. A. Burkhardt, D.D.S. He also stated that the new zoning Ordinance No. 16 presented by Society will serve a 5:30 p.m. dinner at the town hall on May GOODYEAR TIRES GOWER'S HARDWARE > JAMES A. MOORE General Dentistry regulations are being worked out. Purves and approved. Tour Pharmacists fills all J* Attorneys-at*law 201 Brush St. Phone 224-7339 Correspondence from Looking Planning Commission minutes 22. A business meeting will pre­ cede the dinner at 4:30p.m. Helen Prescriptions with the ut­ and »*Nat'l. Bante Bldg. Phone 224-.1241 OPTOMETRISTS Glass Valley Park requesting of May 5, 1969 read. Harris Oil Co. most accuracy. It : HAROLD B. REED Voted not to participate in road Moyer's committee will serve 909 E. State Phone 224-4726 DR. H. D. SHANE, Optra. that Carl Covert be approved by GRAIN ELEVATOR *t£ PATRICK B. KELLY the board to replace William Mc- - grave 1 program this year. Voted the dinner. Z*ta Attorneys-at«Law 105 S. Ottawa ' Phone 224-4843 Rev Royal and Ann Burnett Glaspie Drug Store BOTTLED GAS , ** •> Offices at Comb, who had to resign. The* not to participate In Lansing +-J>305 E. State, St, Johns—Ph. 224*7484 DR. ALBERT H. NELSON board gave its approval. Metro-Senior Citizens reduced attended the 4 Square Church BOOKKEEPING 221N. Clinton Cylinders or Bulk *a.*ill Wilson St., DeWitt—Ph. 669-3400 Convention at Dowaglac. They Phone 224-3154 St. Johns Optometrist The bid for putting up the ceme­ fare program because of lack of Eureka 4 t<1 KEMPER & WELLS 110 Spring St. Phone 224-4*54 Interest. said the lilacs were in full bloom SERVICE *»WiIIIam C. Kemper, Richard D. Wells tery fence was given to John Phone 224-2695 *•**•* Leon X. C. Ludwlg OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN Crane, The board agreed to hire Received report on road pro­ and the weather was grand for «***• Attorneys and Counsellors * the MYV group from the United gram progress. Received report the trip. FARM; SERVICES "-»www *30tf N. Clinton, St. Johns Ph. 224-3228 William M. Steigerwald, D.O. Ed Conn is on the critical R.E.S. • JMN. Main, Ovid Ph. 834-2288 Physican and Surgeon Methodist Church of Wacousta on revised sanitary sewer sched­ Maple Rapids to do the trimming in the ceme­ ule. * list at Clinton Memorial Hos­ Bookkeeping & Accounting Purina Feeds ROBERT WOOD Resident Phone 682*4435 pital In St. Johns. Service INSURANCE Attomey-at-Law Office Phone 682-4311 tery this year before Memorial Established hearing date for Means S S $ In Your Pocket % 115 E. Walker St. Day. The supervisor was given Street Light District (Clinton Vil­ Mrs Vern, Mrs Charles, Gllda, Richard E* Stoddard •* Phone 234-4604 Mathews Elevator Co. Complete Insurance Service .# HARRY J. DeVORE, D.O. the power to find someone to lage 2 & 3). Hearing date June 9, and Arthur Higbee attended- the Phone 669-3285 5 t recital of Miss Maureen Dake, Grain—Feeds—Seeds Since 1933 LARRY W. BADER, D.O. paint and caulk the Veterans' 1969 between hours of 7 and 9 3694 Round Lake Rd., DeWitt CHIROPRACTORS Hours bv Appointment soprano, and David Banfield, FOWLER \ * AUTOMOBILE COVERAGE St. Johns, Mich. Phone 224-2368 .Memorial at the cemetery at p.m. .$ A. N. SAUDERS the most economical price. Supervisor and clerk to attend pianist, at the Portland United FIRE INSURANCE '** Chiropractic Physician PHYSICIANS and SURGEONS The bid for the new ceiling and MTA Conference May 15,1969. Methodist Church, on May 11 at • ' GENERAL CASUALITT 7:30 p.m. ' ? CREDIT BUREAU FARM '+$04 N< Oakland St, Phone 224-2157 PAUL F. STOLLER, M.D. lights in the township office was Approved Voucher No. 1133 j& DENTISTS given to LaVerne KowalkandDon American Bank and Trust Co. Mrs Robert Smith of Kalama­ DRAINAGE AT. ALLABY —Ins. Office Hours by Appointment Only CLINTON COUNTY- L 1 £* DR. R' WOHLERS, Dentist 308 N. Mead Phone 224-21'tO Lowell. Transfer of Funds. Approved zoo spent May 10 and XI with Over Gamble Store •»|07 Spring St. Phone 244-4112 The bid for the new ceiling Vouchers No. 1001 thru 1063 her mother Mrs Hazel Shadduck. CREDIT BUREAU JAMES BURNHAM Office Hours by Appointment S. R. RUSSELL, M.D., F.A.C.S. St. Johns Phone 224-3258 T2* Closed Saturdays and lights in the township office Clinton National Bank and Trust Mrs John Sharp of the village Phone St. Johns 224-4045 J. M. GROST, M.D. was given to Pryor Bros.© Co. received injuries to her face and Phone 224-2391 R-3, St. Johns ' Office Hours 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. >3 Dally except Thursday! and Sundays The board agreed to hire the Announced next meeting at Hall leg on the left side, and her Credit Reports Collections PLUMRING $DR, C. W. LUMBERT, D.D.S. 210 E. Walker Phone &&&» Grand Ledge school band again No, 2 at 9 p.m., June 9, 1969. father, Mr Stanton received a • ELECTRICAL - Vlw S. Ottawa ,Phone 224-4187 broken ankle when an old build­ £g , 1 W. F. STEPHENSON, M.D. this year to play for Memorial Adjourned at 10 p.m. DR. H. L. OATLEY 510 E. Walker St. Johns Day at the cemetery. ing fell in while they were Rear­ Be a Partner* •* ERNST ELECTRIC DUNKEL Phone 224*2752 Respectfully submitted, ing It down., Mrs Sharp ,was >3 Dentist There being no further busi­ t -NOT JUStf A CUSTOMER. '* * ^ MOO Maple Ave. Phone 224-7012 ness, meeting adjourned. , OLIVERS.ANGELL, treated and returned to her home Plumbing, Heating VETERINARIAN after' the accident. Her father Is • , Buy the Co-op Way \ ' Comrn.ercialrlndustndl I5I r — ' MILDRED McDONOUGH, - * Clerk Residential1 ' and Air Conditioning y DR. D. R. WHITE, D.D.S. DR. NELSON S. HOWE, JR. Clerk still a patient' In St. Lawrence- .FARMERS' CO-OP V! - General Dentistry Signed: REGINALD S. NELSON, Hospital in Lansing'. The, ac­ Ph. 224-7041 Phone 224-3372 jji * Phone 224-2968 . Office Hours: 1-2, 7-8 p.m. Weekdays FOWLER . - 'Phone 582-M61 903 N. Clinton Ave. Phone 224-2308 Supervisor cident occurred on May 10. • ' a 807 E. State St St. Johns .. £H» Brush St. t St. Johns 8-1 Sfr. Johns . Wednesday, May 21, 1969 CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Page 17 B

CLINTON COUNTY FARM BUREAU News of Clinton County Farm Bureau activities ST. JOHNS, MICHIGAN 3 J 109 W. Higham Street, Phone 224*3255 L OFFICE HOURS 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Dally Except Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays Farm Bureau supports Lee Ormston, President Ovld-Vlctor 224-4818 Nell Harte .. Dlrector-at-large 224-4065 ^^SM&^ James Becker Bengal-RUey 224-7148 Andrew Cobb . , Duplain-Greenbush 862-5122 Ken Oeinsenhaver . Bath-DeWitt 641-6590 Spencer school plan Robert Klssane Bingham-OUve 224-7113 Lewis Lonier Water town-Eagle 626-6984 Dennis Phillips , , Essex-Lebanon 838-2517 The Farm Bureau voting dele­ other legislators are co-spon­ quirement is eight mills higher Daniel Thelen . . Dallas-Westphalia 587-4079 soring the bill. WHILE THE PLAN would af­ gates at the annual meeting last fect each school district accord­ than required under the present Fran Motz Director-at-large 224-4124 November 18-20 supported a The proposal gives a basic ing to its particular circum­ school aid formula, Mrs David Morris Women's Chairman 627-5801 strong and comprehensive policy formula of $550 less 12 mills 'Bruce Melmey Young Parmer Chairman 224*4706- stances, an example would in­ Ma'jfilyn'Knight County Secretary 224-3722 aimed at shifting the ever- deductible, which means that If dicate the effect— increasing cost of schools from a district is raising 12 mills for Dorothy Flak. Asst. Secretary 224-2028 operating its schools it can re­ For instance, a school district Needlecroft Kenneth Wimmer ... Regional Rep.,.Howell 546-0089 property taxes to some other with $10,000 of valuation behind source of revenue. ceive $550 per pupil. Several David Morris District Director 627-5801 alternatives are in the bill for a each child and raising 25 mills The policy adopted stated in for operating purposes on prop­ County Office 224-3255 part that: school district's use. If millage contest 191 9 ^m 9^ is raised above 12 mills, sub­ erty tax would presently have 1) Property taxes for school about $550 per child. The Spencer purposes should be limited by stantial additional state aid is guaranteed ($90 per pupil for the Plan would provide the same law. amount of money atl2 mills,thus this summer Clinton 4-H chatter 2) The income tax should be a first three mills and $100 per Farm Bureau pupil for the next five mills). permitting the district to cut its Fowler Busy Boys is the new are as follows: president, Sharon major source of funds for the property tax 13 mills or more Clinton County Farm Bureau financing of schools. However, additional millage need Women will participate in the name selected for the Fowler Martin; vice-president, Geralyn not be raised as the district than half. youth enrolled with livestock and Thelen; secretary, Kathy Spitz­ 3) A new state aid formula The Farm Bureau board of state needlecraft contest this should be developed that includes may, if it wishes, impose a per­ summer if enough ladies show conservation projects. Officers ley; newsreporter, Ann Arens; marks 50th year sonal Income tax up to 2 per cent. directors, meeting in March, elected are as follows: presi­ recreation leader, Rhonda .Sell- other factors besides property. went on record as supporting the interest. If this is done, additional state Persons wishing to be a con­ dent, Dan Jandernoa; vice-presi­ man. Mrs Marvin Miller is the 4) The state's share of the Spencer Plan as being the best dent, Bruce Weber; secretary, In October Clinton County County board members hope operational cost of schools should aid of $125 per pupil per 1 per testant should notify the county organizational leader with 24 Farm Bureau will hold its 50th the golden anniversary celebra­ cent Income tax will be guaran­ proposal that has been developed. Brian Thelen; treasurer, David members completing their en­ be increased in order to achieve It was fully recognized thatother office by June 3. Here are some Annual Meeting. This is also the tion will be a member ship-wide teed, even though the tax in the of the particulars on the contest. Pohl; newsreporter, Steve Spitz- rollment cards. tax equity and provide every school aid proposals presently ley; and recreation leader, Bill Golden Anniversary of Michigan effort. Any member having ar­ child with an equality of educa­ district does not yield that much This is to be a contest, not a * * -, Farm Bureau and the American ticles or pictures of past Farm money. This is an equalizing before the Legislature would re­ Spitzley. The leaders are Ron The Eaglelites 4-H club mem­ tion. quire a school district to raise teaching of skills and techniques. Spitzley, Larry Thelen and Farm Bureau Federation. Special Bureau activities is asked to factor. The contest will include sewing, bers have elected Bernicei Ann events will take place-on all contact the office. It is hoped The delegates pointed out "that at least 18 mills in order to re­ Francis Thelen. Sullivan as their president for farms have been taxed beyond The plan also creates a special ceive full state aid. Such a re- knitting, crocheting, embroidery, levels of the organization. that members will put together a rug making, quilting and any * * the summer program. Other of­ history of Clinton County Farm their capacity to earn and the state "Educational Tax Fund" to ficers are: Sandra Volk, vice- The county board of directors situation has become progres­ type of handiwork done with The Olive 4-H Projects club meeting this week selected a Bureau that can be printed into a be funded by 'a 3 per cent income president; Lou Ann Volk, secre­ sively worse." They also said tax on corporations and 1 1/2 First hybrid corn needles. members had the opportunity to 50th anniversary committee and booklet form. view slides shownbyJimNichols tary; Brenda Pritchard, trea­ that increasing voter rejection of per cent personal income tax, All entries must be from a surer and Brigitte McCrumb, took several steps to assure a We extend an invitation to you millage proposals clearly indi­ In 1877, Dr Beal, pioneer Farm Bureau member or a mem­ who toured Europe and Israel memorable celebration. Making with $1,200 exemptions for de­ newsreporter. The club has 26 now to make plans to help cele­ cates that the property tax for pendents. scientist for Michigan State Uni­ ber of a Farm Bureau family. this past winter for six months. the 50th year more notable is the brate our 50th year. versity's Agricultural Experi­ David Price is the new presi­ members. The next meeting will this purpose is too burdensome It is possible for a district to One contestant can enter any or be May 6, fact that the Michigan Farm and is obsolete. ment Station, became the first all categories but will be limited dent for the summer program. Bureau has reached its mem­ cut the basic 12 mills down as Other officers include Greg * * low as it chooses, and in this person to cross-fertilize corn to one entry per category at the bership goal of 54,200. Clinton to increase yields through hybrid county level. Articles entered in Crawley, vice-president; Paula County is one of the 50 counties Below the din ONLY ONE OF the several case that would mean they would The Maple Valley 4-H club vigor. He and fellow scientists the contest must be made in 1969. Gibson, secretary; Diane Whit- is the name selected by a newly over goal with a total of 1,273 school finance proposals Intro­ receive a proportionate share of more, treasurer; Kathy Davis, America gives its ear, heart, duced in the Legislature meets the basic state aid allowance. cross varieties to originate Registration for the contest organized 4-H club in the Maple families enrolled as of .May 1. strains more suitable, to soil newsreporter; Sharon Stoy, Col­ It is expected the other 71 coun­ conscience and front pages to the ' requirement of the Farm The plans is receiving wide­ must be made by June 3. Judging Rapids area under the leadership the protesters. But, below the and climates in Michigan and leen Wood and Kathi Haviland, of Pat Youngs and Carol Gooder. ties will top the goal mark by Bureau policy. This is known as spread support because it is will be during the week of Sept. recreational leaders. The tele­ din—Each day your mail is in the "Spencer Plan," named after a complete plan, carefully figured elsewhere. These experiments 22. Each county may have one Aug. 31. led to the modern development in phone committee consists of The officers for the new club your box; the bread is on the its chief sponsor and author, Rep. out so that its cost is known and article for display and one article are: president, Lavonna Craig; rack; the fireman answers your hybrid corn. Sharon Stoy, Tommy Hunt, Deb­ Roy Spencer (R-Attica). Several schools will know what to expect. of clothing to be modeled for a bie Price, Jeannine Wood, Steve vice - president, Karen Craig; call; the teacher heads her class; style revue at the state annual secretary and newsreporter, the soldier answers muster; the Conklin and Kathi Haviland. The FB members meeting next November, club has 69 members this sum­ Tony Beals; treasurer, Brenda waiters brings your soup; the Koeppen; song leader, 'Pat copper gets mined, and the cars mer. FB Editorial Comment Four million Americans are * * Reaum; and recreation leaders, provided get built. While critics go merrily Reo Youngs and Loretta Wal­ down the river Intoning, human crippled to a degree by respira­ The Fowler CookingClub is the Big issue of our times tory diseases including chronic new name selected by the mem­ lace. The main projects selected beings of high character and ,by the members are vegetable many backgrounds do their jobs, bronchitis, emphysema or pre­ bers in the Fowler area taking new benefit cursory diseases. and flower gardens. pay their taxes, educate their The practice of assessing use of land over which the owner farmland. Tow of the bills are food projects. The new officers children, invent, patch, plan, plow farmland on^its potential value is has little control. based on the New Jersey plan The Board of Directors of the . . .and make this country tick! rapidly spreading throughout the Presently, in some areas of the and would assess farmland on its County Farm Bureau is happy to State of Michigan. This has been state, farmland, is zoned agri­ farm use as long as it is so announce another service t o a problem for some years in cultural, but it is being assessed used, but would require a "roll­ member program—a car rental Bond application certain areas. However, more as though it could immediately be back" of taxes when it is sold. service. Arrangements have been and more assessors seem to used for residential or other de­ One would require a three-year made with the National Car Rental -think thatubecause a' parcel of velopment purposes.-The court roll-back; the other a five-year Service, Inc. to give all'* Farm by P.-W approved property sells for a higher price of appeals decision could be help­ roll-back. Bureau members a 10 per cent for residential or commercial ful in those cases. discount on the published rate PEWAMO - WESTPHALIA- Presently, using USDA data, Authorization from the State De­ development that immediately all Farm Bureau policies call for average property taxes on farm whenever they rent one of the surrounding farmlands are worth the assessment of farmland as service's cars. They have cars partment of Education was re­ real estate have now climbed to ceived by the Pewamo-West- that or more. agricultural as long as it is used an average of 16.2 per cent of available in most major cities for that purpose. This is a com­ and airports. phalia Community School Dis­ farm income. Michigan State Uni­ Such a practice is a form of plicated issue, with constitutional versity Telfarm records also A Farm Bureau member will trict last week for the prelim­ "blockbusting" because when it You Bet! Our used inary qualification of a $950,000 problems. However, one bill in­ support this figure—Telfarm co- receive the discounted rate by happens, a farmer finds that he troduced in the Michigan Senate, operators usually have better presenting his National Car Ren­ bond issue for school construc­ cannot pay the increased taxes tion. S.B. 231, would be a long step in than average farm incomes; the cars are in 70P-N0TCH' tal Service card and current from farm income and is literally the right direction. It would re­ per cent of those incomes paid Michigan Farm Bureau mem­ The application was for the forced to sell the property—often quire assessors t o "consider on farm real estate taxes is bership card. purpose of erecting, furnishing, at a price lower than its ultimate zoning, current land use and about 11 1/2 per cent. Members will be mailed their and equipping additions to the worth. This, in fact, may be con­ current income capability." A • Every farmer should let his condition! personal card in the fall prior to Pewamo Elementary School, fiscatory and the assessor be­ similar bill passed the Senate Legislator In Lansing know his our annual meeting. However, erecting, furnishing and equipping comes the land use planner. last year by a vote of 30-2, but concern over this serious situa­ anyone wishing his before then additions to and remodeling the bogged down In the House in the tion. The Clinton County Farm may come into the office and Pewamo-Westphalia High School An important and far-reaching rush of final adjournment. Bureau board urges all Farm pick it up. building, and to develop and im­ decision handed down by the Bureau members to write or call prove sites. Michigan Court of Appeals will be Other legislation introduced in Come on in and drive one Farm Bureau is growing, not the House in line with Farm Reps. Allen and Ballenger and only in numbers and influence, The P-W Board plans to take helpful to some farmers. That Senator Lockwood now. The time official action callingfor an elec­ case concerned property in Oak­ Bureau policies includes bills but also in benefits to members. for preferential assessment of for action has come. A year ago accidental death and tion on this issue in the near land County, which, while zoned of these great buys, and youll dismemberment coverage was future. residential, was partially taken out on all members at no assessed at a much higher value cost to the member. Benefits Leningrad, second largest as commercial property due to see what we mean! vary from $1,000 accidental death city in the Soviet Union, was the whim of the assessor. The MARTIN coverage down to $250 payable for known as St. Petersburg un­ court ordered the assessment to the loss of fingers. til 1914, then Petrograd until be reduced and said that zoned 1924. It resembles Venice property cannot be assessed at READY MIX CONCRETE , The board hopes the new ser­ with its more than 360 vice may be of value to mem­ a value higher than that for which 1968 OLDSMOBILE Ninety-Eight-2 door hardtop, bridges criss-crossing the it is zoned,Thecourtsaldfurther bers at some time in the near branches and canals of the 8 cylinder, automatic, power steering, power brakes, future. Neva River. that zoning is a restriction on the radio, vinyl top.

1968 CHEVROLET Impala SS-2 door hardtop, 8 cylinder, automatic, power steering, radio, console, vinyl top.

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/ Page 18 B CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Wednesday, May 21, 1969

Clinton County News Letters to the editor > * Opponents idential properties which have made a very thorough sales study Then the local board of review been appraised at a higher value of Clinton County, using the time- meets and examines the roll. Editorial Page charge he's than they were purchased or sold proven methods of cash sales to- They have the final decision to for in 1968. It is a known fact determine the actual cash value make before it is turned over that properties in some areas of all agricultural land. They at to the equalization committee of Wednesday, May 21, 1969 'bureaucrat' are assessed from $1,000 to that time, and all good assessors the county board. Only then does Dear Editor: $7,000 higher than properties of the present including the State the equalization director and Recently it has come to the which are better in many ways. Tax Commission,appraiseprop- committee of the county board attention of thegeneralpublic the This does not get his publicity. erty at its present day use, and take the assessment roll as pre­ They're impressive tactics of an elected official who How many older people who an economic factor is used where pared by the local board of re­ was placed in an office by the were receiving a tax exemption a need is shown. This is the only view and make a determination people to perforin a civic duty for which they were eligible fair way to owners of land at as to whether or not the asses­ (who) has now placed himself in We happened to overhear parts of the under state law are now going its present use. when this land sor is correct. a role as "dictatorial bureau­ to lose out as their assessed is sold for any use other than If they believe he has as­ planning session for last Saturday's big crat of DeWitt Township." value exceeds that limit as agricultural and the use changes, sessed too low they can give him sweep-up, clean-up of downtown St. Johns This has come to light by the specified? How many people will then is the time to increase or | a factor to bring the roll up to unequal valuations which were purchase a house in this area decrease the assessment as the the level they think it should be. streets. Wayne Gossett and Herm Bosma of placed on tax roll for assessment when taxes are 30 per cent case may be, but not until the However, if they feel it is too the Exchange Club were in deep conversa­ of property. By reading the news higher than other areas around use has changed. high they CANNOT give a nega­ items we are led to believe that Lansing? Would you? tive factor to bring the roll down tion with Mark Barber and Bob Newman he was justified in raising valu­ It is like a piece of raw iron I say it is time we all wake only worth what the value is as to the level of the balance of of the student council at Rodney B. Wilson ations on farm land and commer­ up and talk to our neighbors and the county and therefore the roll cial land as they were only as­ raw iron, but after it is sold and the people down the street or made into usable material can will show 100 per cent. So, the High School. sessed at 5 per cent of actual around the corner to see what statement that farmers of county worth. anyone determine its value. For What impressed us —but didn't surprise their taxes are or will be. It Instance, it might be made into agricultural land got a break in In his so-called justification, may shock many people to find us—was the enthusiasm which the two young a paper weight worth 50? or It the 1965 reappraisal is not true he has failed to furnish any out that this so-called 5 per might be used to make a com­ then or now I men showed for the "litter gitter" project. proof of a farm or commercial cent of the township is more than plicated gear in a jet engine, At the time the reappraisal property which was sold for the It is always impressive to see enthusiasm. just a few disgruntled farmers worth several hundred dollars. was finalized this county was same purpose which would sub­ or speculators as we are led to assessed more equitably than at stantiate his case. As self-ap­ believe. The article also mentioned a We've seen it a lot of times on the faces statement made by a former any other time that we knew. pointed "bureaucrat," he has at­ This elected official assured The H.L. Yoh Co. did a very and in the voices of youngpeople, and that's tempted to rezone areas with­ board.chairmanwhenasked, "Did us at the annual township meet­ the board of supervisors give the good and fair appraisal for why it doesn't surprise us. out even consulting his own plan­ ing that we can expect an ad­ Clinton County. No special inter­ ning boards or commissions. appraisal firm any directives?" Mark and Bob may have been a couple ditional tax increase in the next The answer was "yes, we did' est group was considered such as By his own news releases he two or three years. the article In the State Journal in using tactics which in theory instruct the appraisal firm in >,, of the leaders of this project as far as the If you are one whose assess­ classifications and grades but not inferred. Also, we have been ad­ if people hear something often ment was not raised in 1969 it vised NEVER to assess property student council at Rodney B. Wilson High enough they will believe it. in dollar value." Through their School is concerned, but they were not the is quite evident it will be'in sales study the firm arrived at because it might sometime have The people have not read in the future if he is retained in the values they placed on agri­ a higher value because of only ones enthused. The turnout of young papers about the numerous res- office. cultural land and the board of potential. people showed that. Be sure and vote at the recall supervisors did not know what I was NOT chairman of the May 26, 1969. By voting yes for that value was until the appraisal county board of supervisors in It also showed that they care about IF IT FITZ the recall, this will remove him was completed. 1965 as the article stated. their community. They take pride in seeing from office. In 1964, the tax commission Trusting thisletterwill clarify CITIZENS FOR EQUAL made a study of assessments in the doubts over assessments in­ the streets clean and not gutter-filled with TAXATION COMMITTEE Clinton County and the report to stilled in the minds of the tax­ dirt. They are willing to work with their Bigots aren't lazy GEORGE BAIRD, the board of supervisors of their payers of Clinton County. Chairman findings in DeWitt Township Respectfully yours, hands, arms and enthusiasm—and to get DeWitt Township. showed only 8/10's of one per­ DERRILL M. SHINABERY dirty doing it—to improve a bad situation. By JIM FIT7GERALD centage point difference between R-3, St. Johns, Michigan They don't have the monetary means to Greenbush agricultural, commerical and One thing I'll admit about my ings, but I spelled every word lishes a letter if he doesn't residential assessments. help, so they're making do with what they bigoted readers, they aren't with a lisp and a limp, hoping know who wrote it. Which is the Supervisor It seems some people believe Supervisor have. We adults can learn a valuable lesson lazy. They always have the he'd re-evaluate the serious­ one thing that puzzles me most the equalized value of a town­ energy and dedication to write ness of the national emergency. about the haters: responds ship or city, as the case maybe, tells his from that. For one thing, let's look at our long letters explaining that It didn't work, and I never again If they have sense enough to Dear Editor: Is a figures arrived at by the called a general darling. reasoning young peole for what they really are—let's Martin Luther Kingwas a Com­ be ashamed, how come they In answer to a statement ap­ Equalization Department, State munist. Anyway. A jerk who won't don't have sense enough to think pearing on the front page of The Tax Commission or some other Dear Editor: see the good they do, not just look at it. As a guy who still owes Aunt write to his mother certainly the cricks out of their twisted State Journal in the May 12 agency and then the assessor is I would like to say that the From out of the womb of our school Clara a thank-you note for hasn't got the ambition to write minds? issue (Clinton Farmland Delib­ supposed to find that much value most difficult assignment that a Christmas 1956, I have an in­ letters to the editor. But I erately Underassessed?) The in his particular assessment dis­ man could ask for locally is tc systems is coming a new generation of stinctive admiration for all let­ stoop in awe of people who do, plain answer to that question is trict. This is definitely not true. be a popular local property as­ American businessmen, laborers, profes­ ter - writers. The man who which is what I started to say definitely NO] for the following Each year the assessor works sessor. It is no easy task to look really cares wouldn't send in the first place. And I am GRASSROOTS reasons. his assessment roll, adding the at the total picture—and I em­ sional men and women, entertainers, house­ canned greeting cards to Mr positively enthralled with peo­ The H.L. Yoh Co., which did new property, adding the adjust­ phasize the word total—of all the wives, etc. Graduation in the next few Hallmark himself. The classy ple who not only send me mes­ the reappraisal in 1965, followed ments, subtracting the losses and properties in DeWitt Township thing is to send a personal let­ sages, but do it in a unique OPINION guidelines of the State Tax Com­ minus adjustments and arrives at and ascertain their values, be­ weeks is like birth. The graduate will find ter, hand - written or poorly manner. Once I got a month- mission in their appraisal of a total, then he divides by two cause first of all they are con­ himself in a big new world with a lot yet typed to prove it wasn't really old cupcake with "This is agricultural land. Before the ap­ to determine the State Equalized stantly changing. There is no chocolate, just your style" your secretary's idea. praisal began the appraisal firm Value, In his opinion. (Continued on Page 19B) to learn, but he has been conditioned through This kind of class I ain't pricked out in the frosting. RENVILLE, Minn., STAR- experiences like those we witnessed last got, Ihaven'twrittenmymother, And there was that Goldwater FARMER: "We believe that the fan who threatened to throttle major weakness of the local, weekend in downtown St. Johns. He'll make in 18 years. Instead, I sneak TAKING. FIVE personal messages into this my wife. His letter was fash­ state and national crime control it, and he'll make our world better. column and sell her a sub­ ioned from bits of headlines program is over and above the clipped from newspapers and law enforcement portion of the Our best wishes for a happy and pros­ scription (happy Mother's Day, Gertrude). Come to think, the pasted on a brown paper bag, picture. For several years, high perous life go to the graduates of the classes only letter I can remember just like in a kidnapping movie. court decisions have established Decency wins a battle This really made me feel like precedents and procedures that of 1969. Knowing and understanding the writing was to General Her- shey, the one with almonds who a blgshot. I relayed this letter have continually made it more caliber of people they are makes life a runs the draft. I told him I to Efrem Zimbalist Jr who difficult for the law enforcement By RON HUARD was simply returning his greet- drives Fords for the FBI, So officials to apprehend and give lot more reassuring for all of us. far no arrests have been made. testimony to convict criminals I think J. EdgarHooverwatches being prosecuted. . .it has come The Michigan State Court of liberal trends. Everyone seems Newspapers were to periodi­ Ed Sullivan. to a point where police and sher­ Appeals planted a land mine in to agree there is no place for cally re-run certain special or RAMBLIN' WITH RINK iff's office deputies are becoming the war on smut recently when such material in our society yet feature items for the sake of The messiest letter came in frustrated in their attempts to It included in a decision cri­ when faced with the reality of filling space . . . response to my column on bring law-breakers to trial and teria for the determination of legal proceedings the growing Trite expressions such as draft-card burning. A reader have their testimony stand up In obscenity. It was most encour­ nebulousness of the definition "Smile!", "What's new?*, "How ew a rusfi e burned my words and mailed me court because of some technical aging to read of definite action of obscenity provides little from are you?", and several others We bl the ashes. Nobodylikesasmart procedure which nullifies the by some recognized authority which to gain support. As in were simply forgotten . . . ash on his trousers. convicting testimony." attempting to close loopholes many other pressure areas Just now I received an en­ which allow peddlers of obscene we've become hamstrung with If everyone told the truth in By LOWELL G. RINKER velope bulging with newspaper material to operate. violating the words of moral every Instance and no one ever ^clippings. Some energetic soul and legal guidelines. It Is re­ became angry . . . According to the decision, There was only one sure The ranger probably blew a fuse blown out, but the only collected dozens of crime STRICTLY FRESH freshing to see that considering The ironic thing about this articles. And he circled the obscenity may be found under thing in life and that was death fuse,too. other unused outlet on the box is that the camper wasn't at the law if that being judged is: the intent of these rules has not I'm speaking of the ranger had blown a fuse, too. The radio words "Negro " and "black" been completely abandoned. fault. The radio adapter was each time they were used. I "Utterly without redeeming Someone were to outline his who was on duty at the Proud was plugged in in the trailer faulty, and I blew three fuses The Appeals Court determin­ lawn with neat rows of dande­ and when the ranger replaced got his message: If we'd mur­ social value." Lake Recreation Area camp­ at home, too, before I got When applied to "contempo­ ation is a far cry from estab­ lions . . . ground the weekend we camped the fuses, and everything der all the Negroes, there lishing boundaries of good taste things figured out. Even the wouldn't be any more crime. rary community standards, the there. He was polite and he was worked fine—the light and the good wife blew a fuse at the in the routine patterns of com­ Someone else were to admit radio. And the Mafia could handle the dominant theme taken as a whole almost sympathetic, but he let thought of such stupidity. appeals to prurient interest." munications, but it is definitely with sincerity, "I'm not always me know he wasn't going to killing at a cheaper rate per a prod In the side of hard core right" . . . Wonderful. —rink person than slaughter costs us change another fuse for me ... We left the trailer later and Providing the seller with "a smut. Even at this level the And still someone else to by not doing it. my wife pulled the plug out on in Viet Nam. Beautiful. business of pandering to the action offers hope for a trend aver, "I'm proud to be an Amer­ the radio. When we tried it You ordinary newspaper erotic interest of his cus­ which might reverse the ever- ican. An American who believes We had gone down to the rec­ They call persons under tomers." increasing prevalence of coarse reation area that weekend with later on, we had no juice again. readers are in tough luck. You in a supreme being. An Amer­ So I switched our cord to the don't get to read these incred­ 21 "minors" because they To my mind obscenity has and offensive material. ican who Is guided by the phil­ our camper trailer to give it really dig the world we * * its initial tryout. Allthecamp­ other empty spot at the fuse ible letters because they are live in. been steadily gaining footholds osophies of both my country box and plugged in the radio. never signed and no editor pub­ in the battle on the strength of and my God." —RAH sites at the Proud Lake camp­ # * * Wonder what would happen if: ground have electricity hookup, The socket spit at me, and we only we happened to pick a site had no light again. midway between two distant As I said, we were using the hookup boxes. This necessi­ trailer for the first time, and I State's stature has grown with the years tated another run into Milford figured the wiring in the outlet to buy some extra cord to reach box was faulty and was short­ By HAYDEN R. PALMER by water. This explains in part As roads, canals and rail­ products extend far beyond Mich­ the pole. ing out whenever we tried to Editor, Ingham County News the later joining of the upper and roads came into being, mining igan boundaries to all state's of the plug something in, Everything worked perfectly lower peninsulas Into one state. started In the upper peninsula union and to foreign ports —the dome light in the top of I walked back up to the The year was 1618. When the French settled here yielding supplies of copper that throughout the world. the trailer lit up like it was ranger's office and informed A French explorer, Etlenne Indians roamed the area, and found a ready market. Meanwhile, Michigan has be­ supposed to and we were look­ him I had blown two more Brule, pushed his little canoe their trails were the forerunners The population grew steadily. come a center for recreational ing forward to theevenlngwhen fuses. through the Sault Ste. Marie nar­ of the ribbons of concrete high­ The settlers worked hard, build­ activities and for tourism. we could havelight in the trailer "Two?" he asked disdain­ rows between Lakes Huron and ways which now crisscross the ing a foundation on which Mich­ Deer roam its wooded areas, without the smell of the Cole­ fully. Superior. state in every direction and over igan erected a state that ranks the many inland lakes and man lantern. I admitted to the fact and told All about him were forests- which trucks haul farm and in­ among the greatest in the nation. streams abound with fish to make dustrial products. We also had our radio with him I thought I had a short in virgin pines and hemlocks- As the 19th century closed, lt*Mecca for Ike Waltons from far us for some FM music. It has the outlet and I promised faith­ spreading for miles In every di­ MICHIGAN WEEK With its vast forests Michigan lumbering which had been the and near. Michigan lakes provide an adapter that plugs into the fully never to plug anything in rection. naturally turned to lumbering and economic heart of the area de­ bathing beaches, hotels and mo­ > > wall sockets so as not to drain it as long as we were in the Brule didn't know it then, but MAY 17-24 this became the leading Industry. clined. tels dot the land to offering the batteries. Being in the mood park and could we please have he had discovered a wilderness Week, an annual event in the Sawmills sprang up and towns , B^ut as it did a new industry lodging to thousands of motorists for music, I plugged the radio another fuse so we could have that in the years to come would Wolverine state, Michigan will soon grew around them. appeared. It was the automobile and campers who pour into the adapter inandthelightwentout. light tonight. be known as Michigan. showcase to the world its Detroit became the territorial or "horseless carriage," greeted north country for swimming, The radio wouldn't play either. He mumbled something under In the 351 years since, Mich­ progress, its attractions, its ad­ capitol in 1805. At the close of at first with laughter. Many were golfing and camping In summer, That night we had light by the his breath and started pawing igan has grown to include a pop­ vantages and its history May 17- the War of 1812 with Britain, the jokes told about the fledgling •'for skiing, skating and snowmo- Coleman lantern—it was out­ around for his box of fuses. ulation of B 1/2 million people. 24. settlers poured into the area and industry which Ransom E. Olds bile activities in winter. side on the picnic table and we Somebody else came Into the It embraces an area of more than Michigan has always been a the federal government soon sold started in his father's machine When autumn wields her wand were inside. office, and he quickly told me 56,000 square miles and progressive state. More French them large tracts of land. shop in Lansing. In the 20th over the landscape and decks the The next morning 1 wandered I could go on and he'd come stretches from the tip of the explorers, fur traders and mis­ century Henry Ford moved onto state's trees in vibrant hues, up to the ranger's office and In­ down as soon as he wasn't They Fly Keweenaw peninsula to the bor­ sionaries followed Etlenne Brule. Steam.navigation began on the Michigan people take to the open Great Lakes. Several years later the automobile scene and busi­ formed him I thought a fuse had busy. ders of Ohio and Indiana. The fur traders centered their ness boomed. roads for breathtaking color blown in the box on the pole. He never did show up, and we Within 'its'boundaries are activities on Mackinac Island in the, Erie Canal opened a water tours. Our Flag route between Lake Erie and the It has been booming pretty He Immediately got out his box got the Coleman out again. I teeming Industrial cities, vast Lake Huron. much ever since. As the years roll on, Michigan of fuses and walked down to the can't say as I blame him, agricultural areas, and so many After Antoine de la Mothe Cad­ Hudson River, which stimulated Police Chief Everett Michigan's commerce. Michigan manufactures about economy and stature continue to site with me, chatting gingerly though. Anybody who blows , Glazier flies the flag on a lakes and forests that It Is a illac founded Detroit in 1701, the everything from shoes to auto­ grow increasing its leadership all the time. three fuses in one campout tall pole at his home. He natural year around playground. chief avenue of transportation be­ Michigan was admitted to the mobiles and breakfast foods to and prominence throughout the We found that not only had my should be left in the dark. lives at 104 Floral Avenue. In observance of Michigan tween Detroit and Mackinac was union as the 26th state in 1837. baked goods. Markets for these nation and the world. Wednesday, May 21, 1969 CLINTON COUNTY NEWS, St. Johns, Michigan Page19B -, Letters to the editor ? (Continued from Page 18B) center of the township runs a I realize this has caused some in. And I would be the last one other improvements would cause Commission because of lnter- However, I think that the larger Witt Township. such thing as a static value that state highwayatthepresenttime. very serious concern on the part to hope that they would be forced a hardship in their case, even county school districts where one view of the entire ever-changing The townships to the east and remains for any period of time. In the southwest corner of the of property owners who In them­ to move into an economic area though they were both working millage rate Is spread in two face of 'value of this township west of us are beginning to,ex­ Newly adopted county stan­ township lies Capital City Air­ selves may not have been a\vare in line with their resources. and earning the average area counties they must be equalized is very necessary before anyone perience the same problems, and dards for subdivisions, as well port, which is also expanding. of the changes that were taking I know. I have several friends wage. by someone who does not have could Impartially cast a decision I am sure that the assessor who as new highway proposals run­ About the only bona fide farm­ place beyond their scope of who are senior citizens, and I The law is quite emphatic on a vested. Interest In the area. on the kind of job that assessor tries to be as fair as possible, ning east and west and north ing area we have left in the town­ vision. However, It is impossible know some of these have more how assessments will be made, I have said at the outset of my does. will never be popular. Our Presi­ and south through this town­ ship is in the extreme northeast when you list the sold properties property or at least more value and the assessor has one of two term of office that there is only It should also be remembered dent has made a statement very ship, and also the proposal of corner. Even some of this land In the last four years on a map on their property than would choices. He must either assess one way I will attempt to do this that DeWitt Township is rather recently that we can never make White Motor Co. to move into is now beginning to reflect a of DeWitt Township to not see qualify them for an exemption. it at 50 per cent of its true job, and that is as honestly and unique in Clinton County in that taxes popular; however, we can the south part of the township- higher value than a farmer could that values have changed, and However, I had one elderly lady market value for the total value as fairly as I can do it each it experiences the largest urban make them fair. This is my aim. all In their own way have a very economically derive from it. I coupled with the new county stan­ admit at the time she filed her of the township or he must as­ day. And when the day arrives growth found nowhere else in the REGINALD NELSON, definite effect on the changing was not and am not now pleased dards for subdivisions for which applicatipn for an exemption that sess it at whatever rate he. that I cannot do the job in this entire county. The vacant acre­ Supervisor, face of values. to have to do the job that is be­ we know the demad factor is still she found it rather hard to ration­ feels justified and expect to take fashion, then I would resign. ages have a much higher resal- DeWitt Township '; It would be absolutely impos­ fore me. very high even though at the alize why she still kept that big a factor imposed by either the I cannot make an appraisal on able value than they would five present time the financial picture four-bedroom house when she county or the state that will a $30,000 home in a subdivision to 10 miles farther away from the sible for any one individual, if However, to be fair as near Origin Lost in Time his scope of vision was limited as possible to all property is distorted, that these values are was the only one living in It. ^ bring the total township value up and assess it at $15,000 while I Lansing metropolitan complex. owners, it Is necessary to con­ very real, and no conscientious to where it should be. leave a large vacant acreage that This does make it difficult for Origin of the diamond in-' to his own neighborhood, to see She admitted, as others might, dustry is lost in time. It is' Mhe values as they interact with stantly keep abreast of prop­ assessor could ignore them. that this sentimental attachment The State Tax Commission sells for $2,000 an acre ap­ the county at-large to rationalize praised at only $200 an acre. believed that by 1000 B.C., each other throughout the entire erty values reflected through There are many people in this was not always justifiable econ­ also keeps a running' inventory its changing face of values, be­ the Chinese were obtaining' township. Itmustberemembered' sales as well as other economic township, I know, who are on omically. of sales, and they know what Some of these properties are cause for years DeWitt Township the hard gems from northern. that we border the City of Lan- influences, even though they were fixed incomes, eitherthrough re­ Another young couple who had each new assessment roll should adjacent; In other words the sub­ has been and probably will be Borneo. Traditionally, the, sing on the south; in the north- not sold, and to as fairly as tirement plans or through a busi­ Just bought a $30,000 home ad­ reflect from the previous as­ division dweller lives across the a problem child. The larger first westerners to see the* west corner of the township lies possible reflect these values on ness that does not pay compar­ mitted in 1967 and agaiiithis year sessment rolls. This is a neces­ fence from this acreage that is part of the county Is chiefly agri­ stones were the soldiers of the City, of DeWitt. Through the the properties they belong with. ably to the area that we live that special assessments for sity on the part of the State Tax being sold. cultural. This is not true in De- Alexander the Great.

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