Times have changed since 1972. Back then minimum wage was $1.60, a gallon of gas was 36 cents, and Don Haile was the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Manager.
The Dove Festival began as a fair and festival. Rodeo tickets were $1.50 for adults and $1 for kids.
Square dancing was the main attraction, along with three nights of dancing, a rodeo and a carnival.
Admission to the dance was $1.50 for singles an…
