I took a ride to Sidney today to survey what was left of the old Sidney Hillcrest Skating Rink.  When it burned down on Tuesday it was the 2nd oldest roller rink in America (built in 1929).

As I was about to leave a former owner, Bob Schmelcher (1993-1998), brought out a strange instrument which consisted of several harmonica-like items all pieced together. He then played a haunting rendition of Amazing Grace as we said goodbye to an old, old friend, the Sidney's Hillcrest Skating Rink.  There were very few dry eyes in the crowd behind the yellow tape holding back the crowd.  Wow......

 

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