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~Lone Tree Reporter, Thursday, April 22, 2004 Page 5 Q Museum wl April 9 at 8:03 a.m. a the 200 block of East Street reported that a 4 door Ford Escort with driver's side window down had been there L Week and a half. caller in the 300 block of Linn Street reported 9 at 4:15 p.m. that the dog was loose. The reportedly attacks other and the owners do not about it. 10 at 8:06 a.m. a caller the 500 block of South reported receiv- phone calls. April 11 at 5:37 p.m. reported from Street a black van recklessly through at higiT-rates of speed running over the adult female was bitten own dog in the 200 Drive on April a van no license plates parked in the 300 block of :l lm Street on April 14 at a.m. : Was reported on April 15 that a five year old walking home alone school and wandering stopping at sever- to see if other kids play Required a call- a deputy I"~• by Ron Rife The Lone Tree Historical Society held an election of offi- cers at one of its recent meet- Lugs. Ron Krueger was elected to a two year term as President and Ron Rife was elected to a two - year term as Vice President. Nancy Westlake and Mary Lou Rife are in the middle of two year terms as Secretary and Treasurer, respectively The season opening date for the museum was set for April 24. The feature exhibit for the opening will be a display of old toys. There will also, possibly, be a display of antique cameras and photography The museum will be open on Saturday and Sunday after- noons each week until some- time in the fall Regular hours for the museum are from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. There will be special hours for the museum during Memorial Day Weekerfd to accommodate visitors to the community at that time. The museum will be open on Friday, May 28, and Lone Tree and the surrounding territory preserve the history of its heritage. Annual dues are only $10 and your membership and support in any way would be greatly appreciated. Also, just because you might be only.in your 20's, 30's, or 40's, don't be afraid to join us. We of the 'older generation' aren't going to live forever and will need experienced hands avail- able to take up the reins when we are no longer able to drive the team. Amateur poetry contest seeks entries from Lone Tree The Bards of Burbank is offering a $1,000 grand prize in their current open poetry con- test, free to everyone. "Poets deserve opportunities to exhibit their work and fred recognition" says Dr. John Cusack, the organization's con- Saturday, May 29, from 1:00 p.m. test director. "We're especially to 5:00 p.m. It will also be open keen on Sunday, May 30, and Monday,/ ets. Onwe thinkinspiringthis amateUrcompeti. May 31, from noon to 4:00 p.m.-" tion will achieve that. Iowa has Now for the editorial part of this story There is no time like the present to join the Historical Society and help of the Lone Tree of Commerce g of March 22, 2004 produced "many wonderful poets over the years, and I'd like to discover new ones from among the Lone Tree area grassroots poets." The deadline for entering is May 19, 2004. To enter, send one poem 21 lines or less to: Free Poetry Contest, PMB250 2219 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, CA 91506. Or enter online at www.bard- sofburbank.com. Twenty friends met at the Presbyterian Church on April 7. The committee was Esther and Abe Lincoln. Ray Swanson's birthday was observed. After Gladys Krueger read a prayer, a boun- tiful supper was enjoyed. At the same time the Friendship Group was in Fellowship Hall, many other church members were making preparations for Maundy Thursday The May. 5th committee will be Dorothy and Jan Davis. submitted by secretary Gertrude Swanson. The Fremont Homemakers Club met at the home of Ester Curtis for a potluck dinner Friday, April 16. Norma Larew and Gladys Krueger were co- hostesses. Fifteen members and one guest wore an Easter Bonnet that they created. Four prizes were awarded to the most cre- ative bonnets. Prizes went to Dilys Varney, Gladys Forbes, Gladys Krueger and Norma Larew -- a fun time. A group pictUre was taken. President Wilma Buline opened the meeting with the members repeating the Pledge of Allegiance. The committee •that had Bingo at the Care Center reported fifteen residents , enjoyed playing Bingo. Marilyn read "When I'm an old lady and live with my kidC' It was reported that our long time member Roma Burr is back in the hospital. We wish her a speedy recovery The May 21st meeting will take place at the Carriage House near Kalona for a noon meal. Members are to meet at the Legion parking lot at 11:00 to share rides. The meeting adjourned and Bid Euchre was played at 4 tables. Prizes furnished by Esther Lincoln were given to Rose Mary Lewis, high; Wilma Buline, second high; Marilyrm Stuart, mbst lones; and Laura Yochem, low. Submitted by Secretary Gladys Krueger. / regular monthly meet- the Lone Tree Chamber was held at the Tree Community on March 22, 2004. were Russell Ken Bagge, Grynneth Kurt and Kim Kris Gillham, Bell, Dennis Olson, Brown, Wilbur Huff, Burr, Paul Hain, Mary Phyllis Peterson, Allison, Tara Peterson, Dolores Wife. the meal the meet- called to order at 6:55 President Forbes. It r Bell and second- to approve the rain- the February 23, 2004, Carried. It was moved and seconded by to approve the Report. Carried. that the Ag would be held of that week. Phyllis an update on the Tree sign and the group three of them was cho- the group. It was felt southeast corner of at the north edge place ff it could be A $,50 bid from the Trigger for the old tent was received. It by Huff and sec- Klebe that the bid be Carried. group was given an update on plans for .the Fall Festival. Brandon Eden has been contacted and will do a show up to one and one-half hours long. He would prefer Saturday night. The Garden Tractor Pull will need to fred a new place for that event this year because of construction of. the new water tower. The Trolley Ride from the Tipton ,Lions Club will again be avail- able. The cost of hiring the ride will be split between the Farmers and Merchants Savings Bank and Marvin Klebe. Karnstedts announced that plans are moving ahead for the Fun Runs. Bell informed the group that the Horseshoe Tournament will be held on Saturday, August 14, the weekend before the Fall Festival. Bagge said the complete $500 donation for the appearance of Rock In Prevention has been paid. It was moved by Parizek and seconded by Dolores Rife to donate $50 to the annual Lone Tree Fire and Rescue Dance. Huff informed the group that the Fall Festival banner has been taken to get the 2004 dates put on it. It was moved by Parizek and seconded by Huff to adjourn. Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. Submitted by Ronald Rife, Secretary Deans Scholar named Kelsey Vincent of ConesvilleAA and a student of Columbus High School was named a Deans Scholar at Central College and attended Deans Scholar Day in February.. Kelsey is the child of Randy and Dee Anne Vincent. Vincent was one of 326 high school students from 15 states who participated in the 2004 Deans scholarship process. The day consisted of an essay, an interview and a problem- solving component. Each stu- dent already had qualified for a Deans scholarship with the opportunity to increase their award to as much as a half. tuition Dykstra Scholarship. Central College Deans schol- ars are recognized for strong academic achievement and exemplary leadership poten- tial. 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