A look back in time – September 1985

35 Years Ago

Community

September 23, 2020 - 8:57 AM

Photo by Trevor Hoag / Iola Register

Bill Burcham, owner of Self Service Grocery Store, as he locks the door on the store tonight will be ending 50 years in the food industry. He looks forward to spending time on other interests such as traveling with his wife, Doris, stamp and coin collecting, woodworking, and cooking.

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Allen County commissioners addressed their concerns and the concerns of George Jones, road and bridge superintendent, about the frequency and costs of damaged or stolen road signs in the county. Jones noted that removing signs was a “very real safety hazard, one that could cost someone their life.” He also said that the cost to taxpayers was around $100 for each sign replacement. Costs include the prices of the sign, post, hardware and labor.

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The Light Hardware building on the southeast corner of the square in Yates Center will soon be a vibrant center of activity. It was condemned a year ago by the City Council, but was then purchased by Dr. John and Pat Atkin from an absentee owner. The Atkins called on volunteers to help renovate the structure. Today the building is nearly ready to reopen with a health club, restaurant, T-shirt shop and preschool within its walls.

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