Club News: Sunbonnet Quester’s names award recipients at Jasper County Fair

The Sunbonnet Quester’s awarded its sixth annual 4-H Preservation & Restoration Awards at the Jasper County Fair July 23.

Quester’s is an international organization whose members promote the preservation and restoration of antique items for future generations. Judy Swenson, Charlotte Townsend and Verla VanScoy of the Sunbonnet Chapter awarded certificate; medals and cash awards to three 4-H members for their projects in restoration & preservation.

The first place winner was Caleb Leonard, a member of Sherman Sunbeams Club. Caleb restored an antique dresser that was a family piece. The project involved the tedious job of stripping black paint off the dresser. He then refinished it and replaced the mirror, marble top and drawer pulls. Caleb received a $25 cash award.

The second place winner was Coen Whipple from the Sherman Sunbeam Club. Coen restored an Ertl John Deere pedal tractor and wagon. His report described the detailed steps involved in cleaning, powder coating, painting and detailing the piece. Coen received an award of $10. Third place winner was Carter Dudley a member of P. C. Champs Club. He researched the long gone coal mining town of Seevers which was located south of Colfax. He displayed his research of this early 1900s town of 500 including maps, photos and information on a 12-pane window with holder. It was a very informative and attractive display. Carter received a $10 award.

If anyone is interested in joining Sunbonnet Questers contact Charlotte Townsend at 641-840-5654 or Susan Grigsby at 641-781-1337. New members are welcome.