HUMBOLDT — More than five car clubs and 40 cars attended Pete’s Car Show on Sept. 9 on the Humboldt square to benefit Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of the 31st Judicial District.
CASA serves Allen, Neosho, Woodson and Wilson counties by providing volunteers to work with children as they navigate the court process due to abuse or neglect by parents or caretakers.
William Schomaker, an octogenarian, showed a 1947 blue and white Chevrolet BelAir purchased in 1986. Immaculately kept for 37 years, it looks like it was driven off the showroom floor except for the removal of a record player which could not be repaired. He also showed a Willys-model military jeep and trailer that he also restored.
Music was provided as a donation from Rockin DJ, owner Tony Ysusi.
The SEK Disney Princesses, in full royal attire, visited the event and did a meet and greet with children, who were in awe of the royalty, and posed for pictures.
The event also included a bake sale, food trucks and vendors, and bouncy houses, along with a 50-50 raffle. Humboldt’s Willie Jones won $160 which was half of the $320 pot; he donated $60 back for CASA.
Sponsors of the event were Pete’s Stores 31 and 48, Iola Radio KIKS and Our Market.
