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First Dutch’s Frostop Reunion - 57 Years Later

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Macon County Historical Society hosted the first Dutch’s Frostop Reunion on Saturday, June 7, 2014. In addition to displaying old photos and articles, they also had a replica of the huge root beer mug from atop the building and served old-fashioned Frostop Root Beer floats. Pictured above is (seated on the left) Virginia Hirrlinger Scroggs, daughter of the owners, Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Hirrlinger. She is surrounded by those who were once carhops and a short-order cook at the Frostop Drive-in in Macon. According to the album at the museum, the drive-in opened June 22, 1957. A photo of the restaurant the day before the grand opening can be found pn Page 4A.

News From the Road - TransAmerica Bicycle Trail

Former Bevier resident, Charles Sharp, aka Rick, has dreamed of riding the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail since he started cycling as an adult. The TransAmerica Bicycle Trail was originally created in 1976 as a route across the country in honor of America’s 200th birthday. That year over 2000 cyclists rode the entire “Bikecentennial” route, from Yorktown, Virginia to Astoria, Oregon.

This is still the greatest and most traveled bicycle route crossing America. I will not be alone on the trail as many cyclists from all over the world ride this route. The entire route from coast to coast is 4,234 miles.

He will be riding his recumbent trike, which he says is more fun, more comfortable and has higher visibility than a standard bicycle. Sharp hopes to average about 60 miles a day, while resting on Sundays and attending church in whatever town he stops near. His wife, Carol (Brown) formerly of Macon, will drive the same route in a pickup with a small camper trailer and meet up with him each night.

Sharp had originally planned to continue from West Yellowstone to Oregon this year, stopping at the Astoria, Ore., on the west coast. That is an additional 1,300 miles, bringing the total trip up to 2,600. To reduce logistical issues, he will ride the second leg of the 1,300-mile journey in July of 2015.

See page 4A for an excerpt from his daily blog. You can read more in future editions of The Home Press and visit his blog at http://sharp-cpa.com/trike.

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The Office of the Registrar and the Graduate School at Northwest Missouri State University have released the names of students who completed requirements for degrees at the conclusion of the 2014 spring trimester. Area students include: La Plata: Michael Alan Eitel, B.S. Ed., English Education; Emily Marie Snodgrass,B.S.,Industrial Psychology Macon: Jakob William Kircher, B.S., Applied Advertising; Rachel Lynn Marie McGowan, B.S. Ed., Elementary Education

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Father’s Day - A Brief History On July 5, 1908, a West Virginia church sponsored the nation’s first event explicitly in honor of fathers, a Sunday sermon in memory of the 362 men who had died in the previous December’s explosions at the Fairmont Coal Company mines in Monongah, but it was a onetime commemoration and not an annual holiday. The next year, a Spokane, Washington woman named Sonora Smart Dodd, one of six children raised by a widower, tried to establish an official equivalent to Mother’s Day for male parents. She went to local churches, the YMCA, shopkeepers and government officials to drum up support for her idea, and she was successful: Washington State celebrated the

nation’s first statewide Father’s Day on July 19, 1910. Slowly, the holiday spread. In 1916, President Wilson honored the day by using telegraph signals to unfurl a flag in Spokane when he pressed a button in Washington, D.C. In 1924, President Calvin Coolidge urged state governments to observe Father’s Day. However, many men continued to disdain the day. As one historian writes, they “scoffed at the holiday’s sentimental attempts to domesticate manliness with flowers and gift-giving, or they derided the proliferation of such holidays as a commercial gimmick to sell more products– often paid for by the father himself.” Information from The

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June 14 - La Plata City Wide Garage Sale June 14 - American Cancer Relay For Life - Macon High School Front Lawn from 4 pm - Midnight June 15 - Father’s Day June 16 - Flag Retirement Ceremony - American Legion Hall Post 282 in LaPlata from 9:30 am - 11:30 am June 16 - Macon Safety Town, 8:15 - 11:30 am at Macon R-1 Vo-Tech for 4 to 5 year olds June 17th - Macon County Republican Club at Diner 54, 7:00 June 17 - La Plata Class of 51 meeting June 18-21 -Clarence Homecoming July 19 - Samaritan Hospital "Kick Cancer" Co-Ed Kickball Tournament, 8 am at Don Schelle Fields, Macon.

June 19 - Rock Road Rebels Concert for the Troops at Atterberry Park in Atlanta from 8 pm - Midnight

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On May 18, at the Atlanta High School graduation ceremony, the Atlanta FFA Chapter awarded scholarships in the amount of $250.00 each to three graduating members.

The recipients for 2014 were Atlanta FFA members Ashton Ross, Maddie Cuppy and Lance Weber. Justin Grigsby, Vice President presented the scholarships.

Funds for the scholarships are raised by the annual fruit sales.

Ashton Ross is presented her award by Justin Grigsby, FFA Chapter Vice President

Lance Weber is presented her award by Justin Grigsby, FFA Chapter Vice President

Maddie Cuppy is presented her award by Justin Grigsby, FFA Chapter Vice President

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Kick Cancer Co-Ed Kickball Tournament

The Macon County Historical Society will be hosting a Veterans Workshop on Saturday, June 28th from 10am till 1pm. It will be in the MCHS Museum next to the Macon YMCA. This notice is being sent to all surviving US Military Veterans, their spouses, next of kin or relatives who would like to attend.

The purpose of this workshop is to assist these individuals with applying for any military medals the veterans may have earned during their military service or were issued retroactively, but never received them.

Flag Retirement Ceremony Monday, June 16th June 21 - Nicole Spicer Believe Project at Macon Elks Lodge 9:30 am starting at 5 pm (Nicole is a cancer survivor/fighter) American Legion Post 282 June 27-29 - American Legion & Legion Riders Legacy Run,at Shoemaker’s RV in La Plata June 27-29 - Atlanta Homecoming Come dispose of your Flags properly

The surviving veteran needs to bring a photocopy of their DD214 or their Honorable Discharge Certificate to submit the application. If the veteran is deceased the family member will also need a copy of the Death Certificate to attach to the application along with the DD214/Discharge Certificate.

This service is being provided free of charge.

The workshop is being conducted by Roger Marsh of Macon, MO. If you have questions he can be contacted at 660-5913223.

LaPlata City Wide Yard Sales

June 21 - Family Fun Day at Macon County Fairgrounds

June 14, 2014 starting at 7AM. .

Coordinated by LaPlata Ladies Sorority

Maps will be available June 12 at these LaPlata retailers: LaPlata Pharmacy, C&R, and Casey’s.

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Samaritan Hospital, together with the Randy Johnson Memorial and Helping Hands of Shelby County, is hosting a co-ed kickball tournament July 19th at Don Schelle Fields in Macon. This double elimination tournament is set to kick off at 8am.

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At approximately 8:02 p.m., on June 7, 2014, the Chillicothe Police Department advised Troop B Headquarters they had received information that Jeremy Lee Orona, 25, of Chula, Missouri, who was wanted on felony Livingston County and Probation and Parole warrants, was possibly driving a stolen 2001 Chevrolet Silverado pickup in the Bucklin, Missouri area. A Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper responded to the area and at approximately 9:30 p.m. located the pickup in Bucklin, Missouri. As the officer

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attempted to stop the pickup it fled and a pursuit ensued. The trooper pursued the pickup through Bucklin city streets and onto county roads in Macon County, where the suspect abandoned the truck in a bean field on Aqua Street, approximately two miles east of the Linn County line, and fled on foot.

Members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Macon County Sheriff ’s Department, Linn County Sheriff ’s Department, a Patrol aircraft and canine unit responded to the area and began searching for the fugitive.

At approximately 1:45 a.m., on June 8, 2014, officers were able to determine that Orona had been picked up in New Cambria, Missouri, by a female acquaintance. At approximately 2:10 a.m., members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol and Macon County Sheriff ’s Department stopped the vehicle driven by the female acquaintance on U.S. Highway 36, just west of New Cambria, Missouri.

As officers attempted to approach the vehicle, a passenger later indentified to be Jeremy Lee Orona, pointed a handgun at officers and fired a shot from inside the vehicle.

A trooper fired one shot from his duty weapon that struck Orona in the right leg. Orona was taken into custody and was transported by a Macon County Ambulance to the Macon Samaritan Hospital with a non-life threatening injury, and was later treated Continued on Page 3A

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Elmer Items Thanks to everyone who help the Memorial Day Dinner be a great success for the Elmer, Shirley and Bunce Cemeteries. There were about 100 in attendance.

BURRIS, KITCHEN, AND PIPPIN 40TH FAMILY REUNION: The 40th annual Burris, Kitchen and Pippin family reunion was held Saturday, May 31 at the Bucklin shelter house in the park. There were 33 in attendance. Those attending were Robin and Connie Sevier and granddaughter of Marceline; Glenn and Debbie Banks and family of Marceline; Wayne and Doris Kitchen of New Cambria and Paula Haun; Stephen and Sara Gunnels of Elmer; Jennifer Libby of Monroe City; Mike Mullins of Corning, IA; Jack and Mary Burris of NM; Jerry and Marianne Sevier of IA; Joanne Teters; Mr. and Mrs. Terry Davis of IA; other Kitchens and Dean and Pam Burris of Elmer.

It was a good day for a reunion, a little sad, remembering those who had died since the last reunion.

Door prizes were won by Jerry Sevier, Dean Burris, Pam Burris and Robin Sevier. Next year reunion

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will be in Bucklin at the same place on Saturday, May 30, 2015 and will start at 11 a.m. and eat around noon. Plan to attend next year and invite someone else to come.

Dean and Pam Burris visit with Donald and Janet St. Clair in Marceline on Saturday afternoon.

Elmer Baptist Church had 14 in attendance for worship Sunday. Pastor Danny Welte just got back from a mission trip to South Dakota.

Elmer Baptist Church held their May and June mission study Sunday at noon with a carry-in meal and study followed the meal. Those attending were Bro. Danny and Donna Welte of Lancaster; Madison Peavler; Beulah Aldinger and Dean and Pam Burris.

The study was about a native Indian missionary in New Mexico and study about a prayer strategy.

Next study will be July 20 on a Sunday following a carry-in meal.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL: The Elmer Baptist Church will be having an ice cream social on Saturday, June 21 at 3 to 4:30 p.m. to welcome our new pastor and wife, Bro. Danny and

Donna Welte. All are welcome to come and meet them.

Bro. Danny Welte was a lunch guest of Dean and Pam Burris on Wednesday.

Bro. Danny and Dean visit with Red Roberts at the La Plata Nursing Home on Wednesday morning.

BACKYARD VBS: Elmer Baptist Church will hold a backyard VBS for boys and girls age 4 years old to those that just completed the 6th grade on Wednesday and Thursday, July 2 and July 3 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Then on July 14-16 we will have regular VBS for the same age of children, Monday through Wednesday nights at the same time.

possession of a firearm, felony possession of stolen property, and other traffic charges. No one else involved in the incident was injured.

The officer involved shooting is being investigated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control.

The charges for which Orona was arrested are

mere accusations and are not evidence of guilt. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty is determine guilt or innocence.

The storm that occurred on Friday night caused some major damage in our area. Pictured is an uprooted tree in La Plata. Wind gusts were reported to be up to 75mph.

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The Board of Directors of the La Plata Community Fire Protection District will hold its regular monthly Monday June 16 2014 at 8 pm in the Depot Inn Meeting Room. Agenda items will include Fire Chief Report, payment of bills, discussion of building plans and other items pertaining to the daily operation of the District. All patrons are welcome.

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and released. Orona is currently incarcerated in the Macon County Jail.

Orona was arrested on the following charges: felony Livingston County warrant for burglary, two felony probation and parole warrants, tampering with a motor vehicle, first degree assault on a law enforcement officer, felony resisting arrest, armed criminal action, felon in

Honoring Our Flag

Heartland Headlines

by Kathy Nickerson

Graduation season came to a close at Heartland last week with a couple of nice bookends. Our energetic kindergartners celebrated on Wednesday morning during a school assembly.

As usual, we were amazed by their ability to memorize scripture and their general enthusiasm for life.

On Sunday evening, seniors from Heartland Christian Academy re-

ceived their diplomas.

A large crowd of family members and friends celebrated with these students on their achievement. Although high school graduation is more of a beginning than an end, it is a major accomplishment.

Since these kindergartners and seniors will be in charge of the world when most of us are old, we are grateful to see them doing so well.

Open Father's Day 8am-2pm All You Can Eat Buffet

On June 14, 1923 the National Flag Code was adopted at the National Flag Conference.

The meeting was held in Washington D.C. to establish procedures for displaying the United States Flag. The code was based on Army and Navy practices. In 1942, Congress passed a joint resolution to make the Flag Code a law.

Today, we celebrate June 14 as Flag Day.

with penalties that prohibit desecration of the flag or its use for advertising or publicity.

H The U.S. Flag should not be allowed

Flag Etiquette

H It is acceptable to wash or dry clean a

H The U.S. Flag should be displayed from sunrise to sunset, unless it is well lit during the darkness.

to touch the ground, but if it does, you are not required to destroy it as long as it is still suitable for display.

U.S. Flag to keep it in good shape.

H Only all-weather U.S. Flags made of non-absorbent material should be displayed during bad weather.

When a U.S. Flag has served its life, it H The U.S. Flag should always H should be destroyed, preferably by burn-

be placed above other flags and pennants. There is one exception during a special Navy ceremony at sea.

H On a stage, the U.S. Flag should always be placed behind the speaker and to his/her right.

H When hanging the U.S. Flag vertically

ing. Many American Legion posts have special ceremonies on Flag Day, June 14.

You may have your own ceremony to discreetly burn worn out flags.

H Never use a U.S. Flag to cover a statue or monument or drape the flag over the hood, top, sides or back of a vehicle, train or boat.

or horizontally from a wall or window, the canton, or union, should be at the top right of the flag. When you face the flag, it should be on your left.

H The U.S. Flag should not be used as

H On Memorial Day, the U.S. Flag is

H Every schoolhouse should display the

flown at half staff until noon, and then raised until sunset.

Although it is a law, there are no penalties and the Flag Code is a voluntary guide H The President of the United States, governors and limited other government for showing respect to the U.S. Flag. officials may direct the U.S. Flag to be Forty-seven states have their own laws flown at half staff.

wearing apparel, including costumes or athletic uniforms, bedding or drapery.

U.S. Flag during school days.

H The U.S. Flag should never be used for advertising purposes.

Flag Terminology Finial a decorative ornament on top of a flagpole or staff.

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Halyard rope or cable used to raise and lower a flag on a flagpole.

Activities 1. Look through your

Fly the horizontal length, or width of a flag.

Canton top inner corner of a flag. On the U.S. Flag, this is also called the “Union.”

Field the section of the flag between the hoist and the fly, not including the canton.

Half Staff the position of the flag when it is one half the distance between the top and bottom of the staff or flagpole. This is done to mourn the death of an individual.

Vexillology the study of flags.

newspaper for pictures and stories of holidays, events and deaths where the U.S. Flag will be displayed.

Fly end the part of the flag that flaps in the wind and often becomes frayed.

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Write an editorial giving your opinion on this topic: Should there be a Constitutional amendment making it illegal to burn our flag in protest or is burning the flag an expression that is part of our Freedom of Speech?

Learn More Research the Tripp Flag online to learn about the story behind this famous painting.

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News from the Road

by Rick Sharp

Welcome to my “news from the road” journal as I ride my ICE recumbent trike from Chanute, Kansas to West Yellowstone, Montana. This is the second “leg” of my dream of cycling across the USA from coast to coast. My son, Jeff, and I rode bicycles from Chanute to the east coast in 1999. Next summer I hope to complete the journey by riding from West Yellowstone, Montana to Astoria, Oregon on the west coast.

Departing from Chanute, Kansas on Monday, June 2, I plan to average about 60 miles a day through Kansas, Colorado and Wyoming for a total of 1,318 miles. See the map below of the TransAmerica Trail as established by the Adventure Cycling Association. I hope you’ll visit this site often and keep me company along the way!

I will be riding this “leg” from East to West. This allows me to depart from my hometown, Chanute, Kansas, which is one of the towns on the TransAmerica Trail. The early June departure will take advantage of the cooler temperatures in Kansas and eastern Colorado but will hopefully keep me out of the very cold weather in the higher elevations of Colorado and Wyoming.

Another reason for riding westward is that I will not be riding into the rising sun and, more importantly, motorists won’t be riding into the sun as they overtake me.

This ride will include climbing the highest elevation on the TransAmerica Trail, Hoosier Pass near Breckenridge, Colorado.

But, I will try to focus on the downhill after the climb. There will be some spectacular scenery through Colorado and in the Tetons and Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming.

June 2: Today, especially for the first day, went well.

Some of us met for break-

fast at 7 am at the Grain Bin. Joined by my old riding buddy John Blair who had breakfast with me and Jeff 15 years ago when we rode to the East Coast.

Another veteran of 15 years ago, John Solomon, joined us too. The breakfast sendoff party also included Wade Housh, Rudy Potocnik, Larry McMahan and Carol. My fuel consisted of pancakes.

My daughter Jill, and Olivia, Eva and Judah came to the office at 8:15 to say goodbye. That wasn’t easy for Papa. Going to miss all my grandkids. Michael and Wade seemed excited that I was leaving.

On the way out of town, I stopped to see my little buddy Jaxson and his mom, Jeana, who cuts my hair. They even had two bottles of very cold water for me! Met a couple from Houston Texas who are in the process of doing a very big bike tour. It started in February and will end later this summer after about 4,000 miles. George rides an upright bike. His wife, Charlotte provides support. We saw them several times today and they too are staying in Eureka this evening. I stopped to see Lenny Harvey at his place of business and met a guy named Dale Sharp. No relation.

I finally connected with Mike Hinnen and his son, Race, about 20 miles from Chanute. They live in Toronto KS and rode the TransAmerica Trail toward Chanute until we met. Mike and Race are planning to ride with me at least to Breckenridge, Colorado and, possibly, further. We will see. Mike is a very close friend of mine and he actually introduced me to trikes. We have ridden a lot of miles together. We had lunch at Lizard Lips Cafe near Toronto after stopping at Mike’s house for awhile.

Then, on to Eureka, our first overnight location.

62 miles today. So we are

ahead of the 60 mileage average, at least for one day! Had some trouble getting pictures posted today but we will try again tomorrow. We plan to leave around 8 am tomorrow and probably will stay in Newton which is 76 miles from here. Before today, my longest ride this season was 30 miles……..

Anxious to post some pictures and in a couple of days, some video too. So please stay tuned in. Buenas noches.

JUNE 4, 2014 – EAST OF NEWTON TO NICKERSON, KS 58 MILES We left the campground at 8:20 am, headed for Nickerson, Kansas. The shortest day so far at approximately 56 miles. In the cool of the morning we passed by the Newton Airport, reminding me of a good friend of mine, Jeff Scobee. About eight years ago when I was flying, Jeff was interested in learning to fly too. One day I invited him to fly with me to Newton. We had a great time and talked about many things including our time together as “roomies” on a mission trip to Mexico. By the time we got back to Chanute it was very dark. No problem.

Except the plane’s landing lights wouldn’t come on.

I clicked the microphone 3 or 4 times to automatically turn on the runway lights. I said a silent prayer but really wasn’t stressed about it and we landed safely. I never mentioned to Jeff that this was a little more excitement than I wanted. Sadly, Jeff passed away recently but he left a legacy for those of us who were blessed to know him. One of his passions was the Fire Escape Coffee House in Chanute, one of the charities that we are raising money for on this trike ride. Probably no coincidence that we passed the Newton Airport this morning, reminding me of our friendship.

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In Newton, I rode my trike on a “roundabout” for the very first time. Soon after that, we saw George and Charlotte’s red truck parked at a motel. We met them for the very first time near Lett’s Ornamentals (hi Bob and Joan!) just a few miles north of Fredonia. We stopped at the Newton Bike Shop which is very well known to touring cyclists. Besides selling bicycles, parts and repair, they have a kitchen and break room for the cyclists as well as a sleeping room complete with air conditioning. I bought a small security chain to lock my trike at night. We have never had a problem, but a missing trike in the morning could put a big damper on this trip. The owners of the shop mentioned that Newton has an average of 17 bikes stolen per week.

Before leaving Newton, we ate breakfast at McDonald’s (golden arches, etc).

Yep, I had pancakes.

Have you ever noticed how a certain smell will bring back memories? Today, passing a farmhouse, I noticed the smell of freshly ground feed. Reminded

me of working at Miles Feed Service in my good ole hometown of Callao, Missouri. I was in junior high and it was a summer job. I remember my Mom waking me up several times before I would finally get up at about 3 minutes till 8:00 am. I started work at 8:00 am but that was no problem since it was right across the road.

We would load up in a truck and go to the farmer’s place. My job was to scoop corn onto the conveyor belt and Bert Miles, the owner, would mix the sacks of feed and molasses and grind it all up. I think it was the smell of molasses that I noticed today. I remember Bert would occasionally offer me a piece of Wrigley’s Spearmint gum and say “Here, take this, it’s a lot better than

smoking.” Good advice.

Some excitement of the wrong kind today……….

Mike, ahead of us and out of our sight at the time, was attacked by a pit bull.

Thankfully, he did not get bit (but his trike did!).

Mike, a former Los Angeles policeman and firefighter, was pretty shook up by this. He was concerned that Race and I would be attacked when we went by the same place.

Apparently the dog’s owner took him inside because we didn’t see the dog. I know, I know. Pit bulls are the nicest dogs in the world.

This evening we had some great food and pie at the Sunshine Café in the nice little town of Nickerson. Staying at the city park and expecting rain.

Good night all.

The Original Frostop

Dutch’s Frostop Drive-in opened in 1957 and closed it’s doors in 1978. (Photo by Franke’s Photography)

Farmer’s Wife

by Verna Buck

Adrienne Hamlin of Columbia, Steve and Linda Christianson of Callao, Sue Vitalli and Nancy of Galesburg, Illinois, Jeff and Cindy Thomas od Purdin, Ronnie Brown, Richard & Stephanie Brown, Rebeka, Hannah and Steven all of Linwood, Kansas, Alma Pope Bonie Jekins, Leah Havard, Sylvia Sportsman, Fred Darrell, Kirk and Sis Lockwood, David and Rosemary Linebaugh, Don and Tina Linebaugh all of Marceline, Bill and Shirley Smith of Rothville, Cindy Gwinner of Eldon, Dena Dennis and Mary of Sedalia were among those attending services for Stella Tuggle in La Plata.

Word was received recently of the death of Billy Joe Hiles in Kansas City, Kansas. Relatives in the area include cousin Wil-

liam Fredman and aunt Wilma Hiles in Kirksville.

Billy Joe grew up in Cardy area and graduated from La Plata High School. Services were held June 2nd in Kansas City, Kansas.

Wm. Fredman and Robert Fredman visited recently with Dolores and Rick Silvers and Edgar Jones in Independence, Mo. Dolores is under hospice care.

Cindy Gwinner of Eldon, Dena Dennis and Mary of Sedalia spent from Thursday to Saturday with Virgil and Colleen Pippin in Elmer. Also visiting were Baxter and Nancy Haley, Robert and Kay Pippin, Vic and Diane Pippin and Aaron, Kim Rodriquez and Jake.

Carla Worley, Michele and Gabrielle of Tucson, Arizona arrived recently

for an extended visit with her parents Patsy and David Eitel. Also visiting Monday was Paige Carroll of Plano, Iowa.

Lenora Grear returned home May 29th after spending Mother’s Day and her birthday with her daughter Christi Bohnet in Ankeny, Iowa.

Gwen Gash of Dallas, Texas spent a few days recently visiting her parent Merl and Shirley Matticks.

Gwen and Shirley also visited Lenora Grear on Friday.

Andy Eitel, Althea and friend Dave of Hannibal and Todd and Shelly Eitel and Kyle of Hamilton were recent visitors of Jackie and Lavon Eitel. Also visiting recently were Bob and Rosemary (Turner) Allen of Kansas City.

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News From Loch Haven June is such a great month for us here at Loch Haven. Finally we are getting some very much anticipated “porch” time in all of our neighborhoods. Here’s a few things that have been happening around Loch Haven Senior Living Community!

We have such a dedicated staff.

We have many motivational awards and spotlights that recognize their efforts. This month Amie Myers, LPN was chosen as the Employee Spotlight.

Amie is an LPN in our Special Care Neighborhood. Stephen Lozuaway was nominated and received the Team Player Award. And our Star Award winners were Stephen Lozuaway, Stormy Bartlett, Sherry Hollis, Weezie Maloney, Donna Bridgewater, Julie Mason, Dana Morey, & Kyle Bouman. Congratulations to all!

On Tuesday, June 17th , Loch Haven will hold its Annual Ice Cream Social and Tribute to Veterans. A recognition ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. with Steve Paulsell as the guest speaker. Steve is the Central Missouri Honor Flight Coordinator. The Patriot Guard Riders will have a flag line as well. At 6:30 p.m. the Ice Cream Social will begin. Bill Leer and Friends will provide the music. Please bring lawn chairs. A $2 donation is asked for the Ice Cream Social.

We are looking forward to Wanda Wyatt’s Doll Show Wednesday, June 11th in the North Activity Room from 2—4 p.m. Visit with Wanda about her lifelong collection of dolls. She will be displaying over 50 dolls from her Heavenly Cottage Doll House in Bevier.

Our 3rd Friday Chef Series will be held on Friday, June 20th at 2 p.m.. Tammy Gibson of CVTV fame will be our guest chef. The public is invited to join our residents for this very interactive activity. We get to sample what the chefs prepare!

We have a really wonderful Alzheimer’s Support Group here at Loch Haven that meets on the 2nd Monday of each month. The group is led by Patty Hasselbring, LPN (LH Neighborhood Coordinator for Special Brook) and Dawn Moore. If you need information, call 660-385-3113 & ask for Patty or come to the meeting which begins with a light supper at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome!

Wishing everyone a Happy Father’s Day!

ABSOLUTE BANGERT TRUCKING / BC TRUCKING, LLC

JUNE 18 & 19 @ 9:00 A.M. BOTH DAYS (2 SEPARATE LOCATIONS—PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)

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DAY 1 • WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH - SELLING ALL SEMIS AND TRAILERS SALE TO BE HELD AT THE NEMO FAIRGROUNDS IN KIRKSVILLE, MO

SEMI'S, TRAILERS, PICKUPS AND GRAIN VAC: Truck #133 - '96 International Tran Star, Cummins N14, 10 spd., 48" mid roof bunk, VIN 2HSFHAEROTC071008; Truck #153 - '05 Freightliner Century Classic, Detroit 515, 13 spd., 250" wheel base, generator, 60" mid roof sleeper, 820K miles, overhauled at 699K miles (3-1-12), extra nice truck! Pete's personal truck, VIN 1FUJF6CK15DN63098; Truck #169 - '05 Freightliner Columbia, Mercedes eng., 10 spd., 72" bunk, bunk heater, 1,081,640 miles, complete new engine at 798,655 miles (9-30-10), VIN 1FUYJA6CV55DU91234; Truck #171 - '02 Ford Sterling, Cat 3406 eng., 13 spd., 1,332,212 miles, VIN 2FWJA6AV72AK00783; Truck #181 - '04 Freightliner Columbia, Detroit eng., 10 spd., air ride front axle, mid-roof 72" bunk, 1,284,652 miles, VIN 1FUJA6CK44LM20164; Truck #185 - '04 Freightliner Columbia, Detroit eng., 13 spd., air ride front axle, mid-roof 72" bunk, 1,308,361 miles, VIN 1FVJA6CK44LM20161; Truck #189 - '98 Freightliner FLD120, Detroit 500 eng., 10 spd., 48" flat top bunk, air ride, 1,274,190 miles, complete overhaul at 1,171,323 miles w/ a new radiator (2-13-13), VIN 1FUYSSEB7WL843597; Truck #191 - '05 International 9400, ISX Cummins, auto, 72" mid-roof bunk, heater, 869,965 miles, complete overhaul on transmission at 704,809 miles (7-24-12), VIN 2HSCNAPR45C013348; Truck #193 - '05 Freightliner Columbia, Detroit eng., 10 spd., 72" mid-roof bunk, 864,948 miles, complete overhaul at 754,903 miles (5-30-13), VIN 1FUJA6CK25LN87091; Truck #195 - '05 Freightliner Columbia, Detroit eng., 10 spd., 72" mid-roof bunk, 975,884 miles, VIN 1FUJA6CK95LN83619; Truck #201 - '06 Freightliner Columbia, Detroit, auto, 72" mid-roof bunk, bunk heater, 1,201,496 miles, transmission & clutch rebuild at 1,141,466 miles (8-30-13), VIN 1FUJA6CG16PW37453; Truck #203 - '09 Freightliner Cascadia, Detroit, 10 spd., Tri-Pac system, 72" raised roof bunk, 768,220 miles, VIN1FUJGLDR39LAK7176; Truck #205 - '09 Freightliner Cascadia, Detroit, 10 spd., Tri-Pac system, 72" raised roof bunk, 746,952 miles, VIN1FUJGLDR89LAK8565; Truck #207 - '08 Freightliner Cascadia, Detroit, 10 spd., NITE system, 72" raised roof bunk, 825,523 miles, reman motor at 618, 933 miles (1-23-13), VIN 1FUJGLCK28LZ65802; Truck #209 - '09 Freightliner Cascadia, Detroit, 10 spd., NITE system, 72" raised roof bunk, 723,378 miles, VIN 1FUJGLCK69LAD5210; Truck #211 '09 Freightliner Cascadia, Detroit, 10 spd., NITE system, 72" raised roof bunk, 760,162 miles, VIN 1FUJGLCK39LAD5200; Truck #213 - '09 International Pro Star, ISX Cummins, auto, heater, 72" mid-roof bunk, 426,889 miles, VIN 2HSCUAPR29C135389; Truck #215 - '08 Freightliner Cascadia, Detroit, 10 spd., Tri-Pac system, 72" raised roof, 663,400, motor replaced 5-2-14, VIN 1FUJGLCK28LZ80168; Truck #217 - '09 Freightliner Cascadia, Detroit, 10 spd., NITE system, 72" mid-roof, 675,771 miles, VIN 1FUJGLCKX9LAD5209; '81 Hendrickson shag truck, Int. DT466 eng.; Trailer #4872, 4873 & 4874 - (3) '12 Timpte 43' aluminum hopper bottom grain trailers, 78" sides, Ag Hoppers, vibrators, air ride, air dump, 22.5 low pro tires w/ 8 aluminum wheels, Shur-Lok roll tarps, PSI systems, nice trailers; Trailer #152 - '12 Wilson 43' aluminum hopper bottom grain trailer, 78" sides, vibrators, air ride, air dump, 24.5 low pro tires & 8 aluminum wheels, black w/ stainless corners & rear, fenders, Shur-Lok roll tarp, PSI system, always shedded; Trailer #136 & 140 - (2) '05 & '06 Cornhusker 44' aluminum hopper bottom grain trailers, 78" sides, air ride, air dump, Ag Hoppers, vibrators, 22.5 low pro tires, 8 aluminum wheels, equalizers, ShurLok roll tarp, stainless steel rear, color white; Trailer #154 - '05 Cornhusker 44' aluminum hopper bottom grain trailer, 78" sides, air ride, air dump, Ag Hoppers, vibrators, 22.5 low pro tires, 8 aluminum wheels, equalizers, Shur-Lok roll tarp, stainless steel corners & rear, color black; Trailer #138 - '05 Cornhusker 42' aluminum hopper bottom grain trailer, 78" sides, air ride, air dump, Ag Hoppers, vibrators, 22.5 low pro tires, 8 aluminum wheels, equalizers, Shur-Lok roll tarp, color white; (49) van trailers, some w/ air ride, some w/ PSI systems, some w/ port holes, 48'-53'; (13) reefer van trailers, 48'-53'; '88 Chevrolet 3500 2WD dually pickup truck, 350 gas eng., 4 spd., heavy duty steel flatbed w/ GN hitch; '89 Ford Ranger, 2WD, 2.3L 4 cyl., 5 spd., runs good; Spring ride tandem axle trailer, running gear only; Rolcor 4 ½' vibrating pull-type roller; Master Tow 2-wheel car dolly; Rem 2500 self contained grain vac, Cummins 4 cyl. turbo charged diesel, 515.6 machine hrs., 701 eng. hrs., on tandem axle trailer; Ultracart grain vac self-powered clean-up attachment.

DAY 2 • THURSDAY, JUNE 19TH - SELLING MAJOR SHOP & HAND TOOLS AND COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE — SALE TO BE HELD IN LA PLATA, MO SHOP TOOLS AND MISC.: Miller ShopMaster 300 AC/DC welding power source w/ Miller S-22A wire feed attachment, Miller HF-251D-1 high frequency aluminum box for tig welding, tig & arc weld capabilities & Miller XR Control extended reach wire feeder aluminum mig welder attachment; Miller Millermatic 130XP 115V wire welder; Gates PC707 700 series hyd. hose machine w/ dyes & hose fittings; Esab PCS-53 plasma cutter w/ cart; Century stick welder; 12-speed heavy duty floor model drill press; Jet 6" 2-wheel bench grinder on stand; Foster electric/hydraulic 25-ton shop press; Craftsman 15-drawer rolling tool chest; Craftsman 9-drawer tool chest; Other rolling & stationary tool chests; Curtis 10 hp 80 gal. single phase industrial air compressor; Air hose on wall-mounted reel & other air hose; Portable trailer light testing system; Quantity of name brand hand tools to include: open & box end wrenches, pipe wrenches, crescent wrenches, socket sets, screwdrivers, punches, files & rasps, etc.; 8'x 3' heavy duty shop/welding table w/ 8" vice; 23"x 56" welding table w/ 3 ½" vice; 46"Wx 23"Dx 43"T multiple drawer storage bin; Walker fifth wheel tow boom; Snap-On PDM MT500 alternator tester; GBC 8 gal. 2-stage portable air compressor w/ Honda GX240 motor & heavy duty air hose; Portable air pig; Portable Kohler-powered generator/starter; American Forge model 2155 750 lb. transmission jack; Heavy duty truck transmission jack; Heavy duty clutch jack; Heavy duty semi tire assembly dolly; Dewalt DW735 13" planer w/ dust collecting system; Makita & other electric chop saws; Assortment of electric power tools including cordless drills, sawzalls, circular saws, angle grinders, etc.; Large acetylene torch outfit w/ cart; Small acetylene torch set w/ caddy; Small anvil on stand; Portable floor magnet; Shopbuilt wooden shop cart; Coats 6401 Direct Drive truck tire balancer w/ jack; Coats 1001 Direct Drive tire balancer; Corghi 2820-TI tire changer; Quantity of tire changing tools to include bead breakers, hammers, etc.; Assortment of tire repair supplies; Pneumatic bead breaker; (2) Robinair refrigerant recovery & recycling systems; Snap-On ACS9050 auto programmable charging meter; Atco 3700 hose crimper set; Heat Buster 44" shop fan & 42" shop fan; Craftsman 16 gal. shop vac; Milwaukee heavy duty angle grinder & sanders; Graco Ultra 4300 airless paint sprayer; Several pry bars; Heavy duty jack stands; Snap-On battery boost charger; Quantity of shop creepers to include Snap-On; Fairbank pneumatic oil dispenser; Manual oil & grease dispensers; Huck pneumatic riveter; Tap & Dye set; Heavy duty 1" drive pneumatic impacts to include Ingersoll-Rand 261 pneumatic impact w/ 1" drive, other Ingersoll-Rand & others; Large assortment of specialty truck repair tools; Werner 25' aluminum ext. ladder, 10' aluminum step ladder & other step ladders including fiberglass; Platform scales; Several heavy duty floor model jacks; 12" 50-ton heavy duty aluminum pneumatic bottle jacks; Several heavy duty bottle jacks; Several load stabilizers; Large quantity of semi truck chains; Fifth wheel camper hitch; 27"Dx 28"Wx 41"T combination safe; Large assortment of log chains & binders; Trailer ratchet assemblies; Reznor 35,000 BTU industrial furnace, model 218122; 500 gal. stainless used oil tank & electric pump; 3,000 gal. steel bulk used oil tank; 10-ton porta-power; Snap-On/Blue Point 830 lb. 1" torque wrench; Mack 830 lb. 1" torque wrench; 1,000 gal. stainless tank on running gear; Aztec 7250 watt 11 hp power generator; Lg. qty. of used 22.5 low pro tires and a few tall 24.5 tires; Bulk head for reefer trailers; Lg. qty. of scrap iron.

FORKLIFT, TRACTOR & OVERHEAD LIFTS: Komatsu FG15H LP forklift, 3,000 lb. lift, extra LP bottles; Oliver 77 tractor; ALM model 9001 2-post electric/hydraulic lift, 9,000 lb. capacity; 15'Tx 8'Dx 16'W 2-post portable track hoist w/ Yale 1-ton electric hoist.

PARTS - FLUIDS - INVENTORY: Quantity of new brake shoe kits, hardware, drums, etc.; Large assortment of shop fluids including engine oil, transmission fluid, degreaser, etc.; Barrel dollies; Quantity of leaf springs & U-bolts; Large assortment of new channel iron, tubing & other steel products; (5) new doors for van trailer; (15) trailer cross members, new; Assortment of used tires; Trailer parts to include Wilson & Cornhusker tarp bows, landing gear, crank handles, etc.; Large assortment of new & used tires, mostly low pro 22.5; Several radiator cores; Multiple steel bolt bins, variously stocked; (2) 36-drawer steel hardware organizers w/ brass A/C fittings; Assortment of wheel bearings, hub caps, etc.; Some truck & trailer replacement air bags; Large assortment of truck & trailer lighting; Assortment of truck & trailer parts to include: wheel seals, air hoses, oil & fuel filters, valves, brake adjusters, shocks, belts; Several grain trailer tarps, some new; KAR Products & KAR Product storage bins stocked w/ clevis pins, grease fittings, screws, etc.; Aluminum grain trailer extensions; Various Fifth wheel plates & assemblies; (4) 22.5 low pro super singles on polished aluminum wheels.

OFFICE EQUIPMENT: Kenmore apartment-size refrigerator, color black; Fireproof safe; Large amount of office equipment to include: Desks, chairs, calculators, file cabinets, etc.; 4-drawer fireproof file cabinet; 2 & 6-drawer lateral file cabinets & other 4-drawer file cabinets; Latham 2121 time clock & Latham 1000E time clock.

ALSO SELLING COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE: Parcel 1 - Main Office & Shop Building - This parcel includes a 32'x 38' brick office/parts area. Parcel 2 - Storage Shed & Lot - This parcel offers a graveled lot with 56'x 36' and 32'x 36' open front sheds. Details & photos online!

AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Mark your calendars now and make plans to attend this large 2-day absolute trucking liquidation auction. After many successful years in the trucking business, Pete & Elsie have decided to liquidate the above listed trucks, trailers, pickups, shop tools & inventory at public auction. The Bangert’s have had their trucks & trailers on a strict maintenance program and have taken great care of their inventory (maintenance records available for all units). Take advantage of this tremendous opportunity to purchase “Road Ready” trucks & trailers at absolute public auction. Please read the above sale order carefully as there are (2) separate locations for this 2-day auction. Loader tractor & auction personnel will be available both days to assist in loading out… please bring your trailers! Important: Day 1 - No small items, be on time. Exact sale order will be available online a few days prior to the auction. Feel free to call Pete with any questions you may have. Live internet bidding available on major items. Lunch available on the grounds both days. Not responsible for accidents, errors or omissions. Announcements sale day take precedence. Photos online @ www.sullivanauctioneers.com.

PETE & ELSIE BANGERT, OWNERS 573-999-9997

FOR ADDITIONAL INFO.: TERRY REYNOLDS (SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS' REP.) • PH. 660-341-1092

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Macon County Commission Minutes May 5th, 2014: Members present: Alan Wyatt, Drew Belt and Jon Dwiggins.

Met with Chris Waddle, road supervisor, to discuss work orders. Commission met with Shannon Howe to discuss bridge project.

Cliff Gray and Mike Weaver, with Quincy Mack, brought the paperwork for new hopper bottom gravel trailer, being purchased by the County Road & Bridge Department. Spoke with Larry Hart by phone about bonding options.

Commission signed court order to impose Local Sales Tax for ( Prop.1), Jail/Courthouse Project and Local Sales Tax for ( Prop.2), Law Enforcement Services.

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att, Drew Belt and Jon Dwiggins. Commission met with road supervisor, Chris Waddle to discuss various road & bridge projects. Alan Muncy met with the commission concerning the possibility of participating in a joint on line auction.

May 22nd, 2014: Members present: Alan Wyatt, Drew Belt in the a.m. and Jon Dwiggins in the p.m.. Commission met with Road Supervisor, Chris Waddle and Bridge Supervisor Corey Snow to discuss various road & bridge projects. Commission met with Jennifer Wilson, Travis Tindall and Stephanie Shadwick from nFORM to discuss courthouse/jail project.

Oklahoma Indians 4-H The Oklahoma Indians met on May 7. The meeting was called to order by Molly. Pledeges were led

by Travis, Jason, Tucker, Justin, Ben and Elaine.

Roll call was called by MaKenzie, 18 answered.

The minutes were read by MaKenzie, Lance made a motion to approve them Cordel seconded and minutes were approved. The treasurer report was given

by Trista. Our club spent $0 and received &0.

The Adair County report was given by Travis, Allen, Madison and Jennifer. Thank you to Tanner, Trista, MaKenzie, Tucker, Justin, Travis, Elizabeth, Hannah, Ben, Elaine, Mat, Skyler, Jason and Angel for going to the nursing home and playing games with the residents. Thank you

to Jason, Angel, Tanner, Trista and Madison for helping with the McLorn yard clean-up.

The Adair County Achievement day has been rescheduled to June 28 at 1 pm at the Kirksville High School. The Adair County Dress Revue will be held on June 28 at 1 pm. We will be collecting canned foods on May 10 at 9 am at the post office. We will be welcoming home soldiers on May 20 at 1:30, following we will greet the olcal soldiers at the La Plata park.

We will be visiting the La Plata Nursing Home with pets on June 7 at 10 pm.

We will be cleaning the stream on June 6 at 4:30 pm, we are tabling the date until the next meeting. We are selling chicken bingo

tickets for the NEMO Fair.

They are $2 each.

Our club will be hosting a pet show during the Soybean Festival. There are dates to prepare your photo for the fair in June; we will have more info at the next meeting.

Birthdays this month are Hannah and Trista.

Members present were Cordel, MaKwnzie, Tucker, Angel Jason, Brooklyn, Kady, Lance, Travis, Ben, Elizabeth. Elaine, Sarah, Matthew, Tanner, Trista, Madison and Molly. Leaders present were Julie, Allan, Le Anna, Brenda, Nikisha, Tori, Sonya, Jennifer and Jason. Next meeting will be held on June 4 at 6pm

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Legendary Reporter Ernie Pyle - 70th Anniversary of D-Day

Ernie Pyle earned the Pulitzer Prize for war coverage.

Pyle wrote for the Scripps Howard News Service during the war and was killed as the war ended on a small island northwest of Okinawa in April 1945.

To be a part of this national tribute to Pyle and the generation he chronicled, individuals can go to www.erniepyle.org and make a donation. Donors can receive a special collector’s edition of the documentary “G.I. Joe: The story of Ernie Pyle;” a poster about the movie signed by its producer, Marino Amoruso; or a coffee table book, “Ernie Pyle’s War: In Words and Pictures.” on the beach was some sniping and artillery fire, and the occasional startling blast of a mine geysering brown sand into NORMANDY BEACH- the air. That plus a gigantic HEAD, June 12, 1944 and pitiful litter of wreck– Due to a last-minute age along miles of shorealteration in thearrange- line.

Submerged tanks and ments, I didn’t arrive on the beachhead until the overturned boats and morning after D-day, af- burned trucks and shellter our first wave of assault shattered jeeps and sad little personal belongings troops had hit the shore.

By the time we got here were strewn all over these the beaches had been tak- bitter sands. That plus the en and the fighting had bodies of soldiers lying in moved a couple of miles rows covered with blaninland. All that remained kets, the toes of their shoes

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sticking up in a line as though on drill. And other bodies, uncollected, still sprawling grotesquely in the sand or half hidden by the high grass beyond the beach.

That plus an intense, grim determination of workweary men to get this chaotic beach organized and get all the vital supplies and the reinforcements moving more rapidly over it from the stacked-up ships standing in droves out to sea.

Now that it is over it seems to me a pure miracle that we ever took the beach at all. For some of our units it was easy, but in this special sector where I am now our troops faced such odds that our getting ashore was like my whipping Joe Louis down to a pulp.

In this column I want to tell you what the opening of the second front in this one sector entailed, so that you can know and appreciate and forever be humbly grateful to those both dead and alive who did it for you.

Ashore, facing us, were more enemy troops than we had in our assault waves. The advantages were all theirs, the disadvantages all ours. The Germans were dug into positions that they had been working on for months, although these were not yet all complete. A onehundred-foot bluff a couple of hundred yards back from the beach had great concrete gun emplacements built right into the hilltop. These opened to the sides instead of to the front, thus making it very hard for naval fire from the sea to reach them. They could shoot parallel with the beach and cover every foot of it for miles with artillery fire.

Then they had hidden machine-gun nests on

the forward slopes, with crossfire taking in every inch of the beach. These nests were connected by networks of trenches, so that the German gunners could move about without exposing themselves.

Throughout the length of the beach, running zigzag a couple of hundred yards back from the shoreline, was an immense V-shaped ditch fifteen feet deep.

Nothing could cross it, not even men on foot, until fills had been made. And in other places at the far end of the beach, where the ground is flatter, they had great concrete walls.

These were blasted by our naval gunfire or by explosives set by hand after we got ashore.

Our only exits from the beach were several swales or valleys, each about one hundred yards wide. The Germans made the most of these funnel-like traps, sowing them with buried mines.

They contained, also, barbed-wire entanglements with mines attached, hidden ditches, and machine guns firing from the slopes.

This is what was on the shore. But our men had to go through a maze nearly as deadly as this before they even got ashore. Underwater obstacles were terrific. The Germans had whole fields of evil devices under the water to catch our boats. Even now, several days after the landing, we have cleared only channels through them and cannot yet approach the whole length of the beach with our ships. Even now some ship or boat hits one of these mines every day and is knocked out of commission.

The Germans had masses of those great six-pronged spiders, made of railroad iron and standing shoulder-high, just beneath the

surface of the water for our landing craft to run into. They also had huge logs buried in the sand, pointing upward and outward, their tops just below the water.

Attached to these logs were mines.

In addition to these obstacles they had floating mines offshore, land mines buried in the sand of the beach, and more mines in checkerboard rows in the tall grass beyond the sand.

And theenemy had four men on shore for every three men we had approaching the shore.

And yet we got on.

Beach landings are planned to a schedule that is set far ahead of time.

They all have to be timed, in order for everything to mesh and for the following waves of troops to be standing off the beach and ready to land at the right moment.

As the landings are planned, some elements of the assault force are to break through quickly, push on inland, and attack the most obvious enemy strong points. It is usually the plan for units to be inland, attacking gun positions from behind, within a matter of minutes after the first men hit the beach.

I have always been amazed at the speed called for in these plans. You’ll have schedules calling for engineers to land at Hhour plus two minutes, and service troops at Hhour plus thirty minutes, and even for press censors to land at H-hour plus seventy-five minutes. But in the attack on this special portion of the beach where I am – the worst we had, incidentally – the schedule didn’t hold.

Our men simply could not get past the beach.

They were pinned down right on the water’s edge by an inhuman wall of fire

from the bluff. Our first waves were on that beach for hours, instead of a few minutes, before they could begin working inland.

You can still see the foxholes they dug at the very edge of the water, in the sand and the small, jumbled rocks that form parts of the beach.

Medical corpsmen attended the wounded as best they could. Men were killed as they stepped out of landing craft. An officer whom I knew got a bullet through the head just as the door of his landing craft was let down. Some men were drowned.

The first crack in the beach defenses was finally accomplished by terrific and wonderful naval gunfire, which knocked out the big emplacements.

They tell epic stories of destroyers that ran right up into shallow water and had it out point-blank with the big guns in those concrete emplacements ashore.

When the heavy fire stopped, our men were organized by their officers and pushed on inland, circling machine-gun nests and taking them from the rear.

As one officer said, the only way to take a beach is to face it and keep going.

It is costly at first, but it’s the only way. If the men are pinned down on the beach, dug in and out of action, they might as well not be there at all. They hold up the waves behind them, and nothing is being gained.

Our men were pinned down for a while, but finally they stood up and went through, and so we took that beach and accomplished our landing.

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Atlanta News

by Marsha Hammons

Julie Kay and Sheridan Howe took Marsha Hammons to the Kansas City airport May 24. On the way they met Jacie Hammons and Josie and Walter Serra for lunch.

Marsha flew to visit her sister , Elva Thorne in Cypress , Texas for a week.

Beverly Dale of Pennsylvania visited her mother, Dolores Harpster and other relatives in the area for two weeks.

Joan Neal of Mattoon, Il-

linois is visiting her sister, Dolores Harpster for a week.

Memorial Day weekend Wayne and Elizabeth Beeson visited Kyle and Cindy Palmer of Warrensburg.

Other guests were Travis Palmer, Matt and Tabitha Jones and Maddie, of Clinton, David and Leannette Beeson and Cooper of Salem, Brooke Beeson, and Blake Beeson.

Mae Graham and Rhoda Graham Visited Sarah

Grinder in the hospital recently.

Madison Klamert and Noah Graham spent Sunday night with Rhoda Graham.

Carol Graham, Krystle Graham and Cassie Graham visited Rhoda Graham recently.

Daniel, Julie Kay, and Sheridan Howe took Basil Hammons fishing last week.

Clarence Chronicles

by Patty Truitt

Well I hope everyone has had a great week. It has been a good one, some really nice weather and a good rain for my garden.

My tomatoes are blooming and I cannot wait for some big ripe tomatoes.

I also have green beans, cucumbers, zucchini, peppers, lettuce and green onions all planted. I love eating out of the garden.

Last Thursday our granddaughter Kaylee Clause came to spend part of the day with us. She helped us do some work in the yard then we had a Bar B Q and had a fun afternoon. Kaylee is so fun to have around, as she is a

lot of fun.

Saturday after work I spent some time checking out the garage sales in Macon. I found some really neat stuff that I couldn’t live without.

Sunday our son Raymond and daughter in law Jess came by and helped us put in the window air conditioner upstairs.

Thank you for your help.

So awful when you can’t do things by yourself.

My daughter Laura came over Sunday evening to visit and to get a start of some of the fern I have growing everywhere. We had a nice visit and I was glad she came over.

This week our granddaughter, Norma Wood joined the Cardinal Youth Cheerleading. For a fundraiser they are selling Shakespeare Pizzas. I know she will do a great job and have lots of fun cheering.

Tonight I went to the Clarence Senior Center to play cards. I played the worst cards I have ever played. It was awful. I played like a beginner.

Hope all of you remember the Clarence Homecoming is June 18, 19, 20, and 21.

Hope all of you can make it over for the fun.

Praying all of you have a great week. Patty

Hoffman, Still, Henderson, Boyd Family Reunion Sixty-two family members and friends gathered for the 42nd Hoffman, Still, Henderson, Boyd family reunion held on Saturday, May 24, 2014 at the American Legion building in La Plata, MO. The breakdown of lineage descendants in attendance was: 24 HoffmanStill; 11 Henderson; 16 Boyd; 11 family friends.

The reunion is held annually for descendants of George and Christina (Yost) Hoffman who immigrated from Germany in the 1800’s. Ancestral tables were set up to display framed photos of the first three generations of descendants and various books of ancestry history.

Host and hostesses were Charlie Thompson, Bev and Lori Harrington.

The doors opened at 9:00 am for a time of fellowship, viewing family albums and displays, and taking photos. At noon, Charlie Thompson welcomed everyone and recognized our oldest family member, Betty Boyd, who will be celebrating her 90th birthday in June. A decorated 90th birthday cake and cupcakes were made by Betty’s niece, Ruthie Bush.

The family presented Betty with a lovely birthday and gift card. A prayer of blessing for the food followed given by Betty’s daughter, Robin McCuller.

The Legion Hall was decorated in the traditional Memorial Day colors of red, white and blue. The long tables were covered with a blend of red and blue tablecloths and adorned with centerpieces of miniature baskets of flags. The food tables were laden with a variety of delicious dishes and crock pots; recipes from the past and present, along with store-bought chicken and bakery items.

Following lunch, a monetary collection was taken for expenses, a short busi-

ness meeting was held with an informal program following.

Then names of 4 births, 7 deaths and 4 marriages that occurred since 2013 reunion were read and recorded in the family history book. Nelba gave a short biography of a Hoffman ancestor, her greataunt Susannah “Suse” Agnes Hoffman, who was a daughter of George & Christina Hoffman. On display were three poster boards filled with photos and other records of Suse’s life. Lying on the display table were various nursing books and WWII books that had belonged to her.

In closing, other family members shared personal memories or stories that had been passed along regarding Suse.

Family attending from La Plata were: Mary Williams and Charles Thompson.

Family and Friends attending from surrounding Missouri towns were: Macon- Deb Taylor, Ben Miles, Nelba Shockley, Janet Wadlow, May Lous Teter, Linda Ruth Bush, Jean & Lori & Jett Harrington, Trenton Fitzsimmons. Elmer- Debby Peavler, Kevin, Madison & Jaron Peavler, Crystal Allen, Ione Baker, Marilyn Thomas, Terry & Sarah, Mason & Rhys Thomas.

Kirksville- Daryl Henderson, Bob & Jean Overstreet, Michelle Standfuss, Shane Haas. GlenwoodJohnny, Robin & Roberta McCuller, Betty Boyd, Loran & Robin, Aneta, Jasmin, Karsyn, Korbin Weilbrenner. Moberly- Janet Farmer. Cairo- Kristi Stroppel. Columbia- Leola Dunseith, Dennis Hoffman. Napoleon- Romelle Hoffman. Independence – Richard & Janet, Stephanie Leonard, Steven Grenawalt, Josh & Jennie Leonard.

Out of state attendees were: Donald Epperson, Fort Madison, Iowa; Lisa,

Christian & Alexander Roundtree, Burlington, Iowa; Kenny & Donna Williams, Hot Springs, Arkansas and Charles & Carol Bunce, Irving, Texas.

The 2015 Reunion will be help at the American Legion building in La Plata on Memorial Day Saturday, May 23. Hostesses for next year will be Linda Ruth Bush, Leola Dunseith and Nelba Shockley.

On 05/25/2014 at approximately 1:04am, an officer of the Macon Police Department made enforcement contact with a vehicle at the intersection of Highway 63 and Pine Street. As a result of the contact, police arrested a 22-year old male of Kirksville for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. The male suspect was transported to the Macon Police Department for processing and was later released pending a municipal court date after posting the required bond.

On 05/31/2014 at approximately 12:00am, an officer

of the Macon Police Department made enforcement contact with a vehicle in the area of Highway 63 near Patton Street. As a result of the contact, police arrested a 22-year old white male of Columbia (MO) for driving while license suspended, improper passing and exceeding the posted speed limit. The suspect was transported to the Macon Police Department for processing and was later released pending a municipal court date after posting the required bond.

On 06/01/14 at approximately 12:20am, an officer of the Macon Police De-

partment made enforcement contact with a vehicle in the area of Oak and Pearl Streets. As a result of the contact, police seized intoxicating liquor from the vehicle. Police then arrested a 17-year old male for minor in possession of alcohol. The male suspect was transported to the Macon Police Department for processing and was later released on summons pending a municipal court date.

A criminal charge is merely an allegation and the defendant is, of course, presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Gifford Items

by Sharron Burns

What a beautiful day today. The temperature is about 80, with lows in the 60s at night. We are in dire need of rain in our area.

Corn and beans are up and needing moisture.

Sunday evening Mike, Jennifer, Timerick Gunnels, Ayden Gunnels, Christy and Rob Bristow, Dillon Huddleston, Niki Couch and children, Ski Schveland were dinner guests of Connie and David Gunnels. They helped David celebrate a belated birthday.

Nancy and gary Belfield, Leroy and Pearl Miller, H.A. and Josephine Lindberg, Evelyn Falls, Sharron and Amy Burns attended the wedding of Brett Baker and Estela Gingerich Saturday at the Church of Nazarene in Kirksville.

Butch Manigold of St. Louis visited his parents, Karen and Walter Manigold, this week.

Donna and Jerry Gray attended ball games for Alaina Gray on Tuesday and Thursday, and Chase and Zachary Gray on Saturday in Clarence, Atlanta and Macon.

Travis Grove attended the

Missouri State 4-H Congress in Columbia this past week.

Correne Corrick and Evelyn Hagar visited Saturday with Ronda and Steve Van Hara.

MaKenzie Beautte and Sharron Burns worked on 4-H minutes at the La Plata Library on Wednesday.

Richard and Sharron Burns attended the La Plata Lions Club meeting Tuesday night.

Todd Gray visited his parent, Donna and Jerry Gay, this weekend.

Richard Burns attended his VA appointment in Columbia Tuesday. He and Sharron enjoyed lunch with Amy Burns. They helped her celebrate her 30th birthday.

Floyd Sanders was a Wednesday evening guest of Steve and Ronda Van Hara.

Richard Burns helped with the State Track Meet in Jefferson City for 3 and 4 A schools on May 30 and 31st.

Vonda, Phillip, Josh and Caleb Bender and Rachel Johnston visited Ronda and Steve Van Hara last week. They visited La Plata, Bell. Indian Hills and Yarrow cemeteries.

Sharron Burns helped the Larson family with their photography project Monday. She met with the Campbell kids on Wednesday for their work on demoes.

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FRIDAY, June 27th 6:00 - Pulled Pork Dinner

$8.50 Adults, $5 Children, 5-12 yrs, 4 & under FREE FREE. (Grillin’ Time 651-1422)

Welcome by 2013 Miss Atlanta Concession Stand Opens (Sarah Watson, 341-2695)

4-H Homemade Ice Cream & Desserts (Erica Baker, 473-6300)

Bounce House, Inflatable Slide

sponsored by Atlanta Baptist Church AWANAS $10 wristbands sold at food stand for the entire weekend (Melanee Schwieter, 660-349-5322)

Little Mr & Ms Atlanta (ages 5-7)

Participants must plan to attend or live in school district Advance Registration (Lisa Bender, 651-0177)

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Noon - Car Show (Red Faught, 651-4979) Tractor Show sponsored by Sydenstricker Farm & Lawn

Lineup on Williamson St next to park following parade.

All car & truck entries receive free meal. (David Butts, 651-4662)

Cake Walk Begins (Lisa Nuhn, 651-8199) Homemade Ice Cream & Desserts sponsored by

Atlanta United Methodist Women (Samantha Halley, 342-6071)

1:00 - Sand Volleyball Tournament

6 players per $20 team - cash prize (Jessy, 573-289-5579)

Frog & Turtle Show & Kid Olympics in the Park sponsored by Macon Electric Cooperative. Tug of War, Egg Toss, Sack Races (Jennifer Stull, 676-2441)

Three on Three Basketball Tournament (Cole Thurman, 660-734-4684)

Bingo - Atlanta Community Bldg

2:00 - Pet Show sponsored by Orscheln Farm & Home.

Cake Walk Begins (To volunteer to make cookies,

5:00 - Alumni Meeting

(Janis Diamond, 349-0738 for Volunteer Fire Dept)

cakes or cupcakes, contact Lisa Nuhn, 651-8199)

6:00 - Live Entertainment: Joshua 24:15 (Chris Baker, 349-5702)

7:00 - Live Entertainment: Keota

Sponsored by Macon-Atlanta State Bank (Jace, 651-5638)

8:00 - Queen Contest sponsored by D’Zines by T

for high school girls attending or living in school district (Felicety Wilcox, 239-4683)

9:00 - Live Entertainment: Keota (cont.)

SATURDAY, June 28th 7:00 - Biscuits & Gravy

sponsored by Edward Jones Shannon Isaacson (Mae Graham, 346-8245)

7:45 - Kids’ Fishing

All ages, meet at park with poles & tackle.

Rides to Baker residence provided by Charley’s Service (Kent Baker, 384-1609)

9:00 - Fishing ends; Children return to park.

Baby Show Registration - $2 entry fee

Age groups: Birth-6 mos., 7-12 mos., 13-18 mos., 19-24 mo.

Sponsored by McDonalds, Macon. (Crystal Pickens, 346-9158)

9:30 - Future Little Mr & Ms Atlanta

- $2 entry fee

2-4 year olds planning to attend or living in school district.

(Crystal Pickens, 346-9158)

10:00 - Parade Registration

at MFA Station by school (Cindy Wilhelm, 239-4436)

11:00 - Parade sponsored by Chariton Valley

with Grand Marshall, Martha Baker. Cash prizes for divisions: Large floats, mini floats, bikes, horses & team horses.

(Cindy Wilhelm, 239-4436)

Prize for all entries of all types & ages. (Crystal Pickens, 346-9158)

at Community Building.

(Suzanne Britt, 660-415-6269)

6:00 - Macon County Cattlemen’s BBQ Brisket Dinner

$8.50 Adults, $5 Children, 5-12 yrs, 4 & under FREE. Also sponsored by Sen. Brian Munzlinger, Halley Farms, Elliott Funeral Home, Baker Family Farms, Thurman Farms, Harpster Farms, Harrington Farms, Jackson Farms, Mr & Mrs Roger Garrett, Mr & Mrs Ralph Klusman, Rick’s Service & Tire, Ms Donna Ayers, Dan Nelson Insurance. (Jerod Thurman, 342-4269)

Introduction of 2014 Miss Atlanta and Little Mr & Ms Atlanta Local Entertainment Cake Walk (Lisa Nuhn, 651-8199) 4-H Ice Cream & Homemade Desserts Bounce House, Inflatable Slide (cont.)

Bingo - Atlanta Community Bldg

6:30 - Entertainment: The Busted String Band (Matt Kennedy, 417-321-3963) ` 7:30 - Pie Auction sponsored by Charley’s Service (Charley Watson, 239-4450) 8:00 - Entertainment: The Busted String Band sponsored by Leo O’Laughlin (Call 660-385-5132 for all your rock & concrete needs)

SUNDAY, June 29th 11:00 - Area Church Services

Rain location: Christian Church (Rhonda Nelson, 651-0274)

3:00 - Ol’ Timers Softball Games

Location: Atlanta High School, sponsored by AJ’s Food & Drink (Stephen Stull, 651-2678)

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FLPP Meeting

The Shepherd Calls

The May 5 meeting was called to order by Gary Smith, president.

The April minutes were read by Carolyn Craig.

Two corrections made.

Cindy Moore made a motion to approve corrected minutes. Arlene Bunch seconded the motion.

The treasurer’s report was read by Arlene Bunch.

Cindy moore made a mtion to approve the report. Wava McHenry seconded the motion.

Carolyn Craig made a motion to dispense with the rose garden at the Post Office. Wava McHenry seconded the motion.

Sharron Burns is going to take the roses that are left.

There was a discussion about landscaping around the new La Plata Welcome Sign. All were in agreement that we should do something. Ideas will be brought to the June meeting.

We are getting ready for the City Wide Garage Sale on June 14. We were reminded to bring items for sale and volunteer to work.

Jack straightened up the pump at the first school site. The plaque has not been installed as of the May meeting.

We will be checking with Julia at the Possibility Alliance so see if she is still interested in painting the Green Theater sign this summer.

The new FLPP sign has been ordered. This sign will be used at our different functions.

A thank you card was given to PEO for letting us use their decorations for out Big Band dance fundraiser.

There was no other business. The meeting was adjourned. The next meeting will be June 2, 2024 at the library at 5:00.

On Saturday night, May 24, 2014, Rich Burns welcomed a group of alumni and guests to their annual celebration in the high school gym. Rev. John Gorham led in prayer and Leland Collins led the pledge of allegiance to the American flag. Debbie Gorham read the minutes from the 2013 meeting and they were approved as read. Bobbi Hamlin reported a beginning balance of $673.62 minus $60 for refreshments for the current meeting, minus $120 for change to register this year’s guests to equal ending balance.

A new slate of officers was elected from the floor as follows: Larry Sees, President; Eddie Mansfield, Vice-President; Lois Bragg, Secretary, Julie Roberts, Treasurer; and Lois Gaughan, Corresponding Secretary.

Alumni scholarship recipients for 2014 were announced: Preston Payne and LaDonna White.

Classes recognized this year were: 1939, 1944, 1949, 1954, 1959, 1964, 1969, 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999, 2004, and 2014. Several classes reported that they had held their reunions. The class of 1948 held a reunion with seven class members at 54 Diner and the class of 1949 held a reunion at the Masonic Lodge with 12 members and their sponsor, Holland Clem, attend-

ing. The class of 1959 will hold a reunion in August at the depot Inn. The class of 1964 held their 50th year reunion at the Baptist Family Life Center with 18 class members and two teachers present. The class of 1973 held their 49th reunion this past Labor Day. The alumni Association appreciate the following businesses who donated door prizes: Buck Brothers, C&R, Casey’s in Kirksville, Choo Choo Café, D’Zines, John and Louise Gaughan, LaPachanga, La Plata Pharmacy, and MFA Propane.

Winners of the door prizes were Ann Bullock, Carol McDaniel, Darrel Henderson, Shirley Weber, Zella Rudd, Marvin Seidt, Patsy Pippin, Diana Reynolds, Sara Beth Fouch, Mary Lou Wait, George Garner, Clark Garner, glen Pippin, Jean Elliot, Verna Buck, Donna Ruby Williams, Rayburn Graham, George Cribb, Claudette Thompson woods and Leland Collins.

Pam Sewell won the grand prize which was a beautiful Bulldog afghan handmade and donated by Nancy Wood Bissey, class of 1968.

Music was provided by Sara Beth Fouch and John Gorham. The meeting ended by all singing the La Plata school song. Next year’s alumni association meeting will be on May 23, 2015.

La Plata Alumni Association

Obituaries

by Dr. H. Wade Paris

Years ago, my wife and I were privileged to visit some friends in London. Our friends took us many places to show us the sights of their lovely country. At Buckingham Palace, I was admiring the beautiful, flowery scenery and remarked, “What a lovely yard”.

Quick as a flash, our hostess said, “That definitely is not a yard. A yard is where you park your car.” In London, a yard is what you and I call a parking lot.

Realizing I had made a cultural faux pas, I quickly apologized. “I beg your pardon. What do you call such a lovely place?”

“It’s a garden,” our hostess replied with a smile.

“Of course”, I thought but did not say. “A palace should have a garden.” In London, I was told the soil and climate are conducive to gardens. “Just stick it in the ground,” our hostess boasted, “and it grows”.

I have just returned from working in my garden, approximately three acres of weedy grass, trees, and a few hardy flowers. Prior to my London enlightenment, I worked in my “yard”; but it really does change one’s perspective to refer to it as a garden. I have built a pergola, hung

a “porch” swing (where I sit and think and pray), and even installed a fountain in my garden.

The more I think about it, the more I like the term “garden”. Human life began in a garden. No matter your interpretation of Genesis, human kind did not begin in a dwelling but outdoors, i.e. in a garden.

A garden is a microcosm of life. It has beautiful plants, but it also has weeds and pests. The beauty of a garden often depends on how hard one works to cultivate it. A garden experiences good times and bad times.

When I was young, working in the garden was an unpleasant chore. Now that I am older, working in the garden is a blessing.

It is a pity I did not realize this sooner. The wealth of hymns about gardens tells me that I am one of many who find spiritual vigor from digging in mother earth.

It enriches my time in the garden to realize Jesus spent many hours in a garden. The Bible tells us a garden was a favorite place for Jesus to go and pray. Indeed, His decision to endure the cross for our salvation was wrought in a garden. Amen!

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Gary Clarkson and Rich Burns were celebrating birthdays. The speaker for the evening was Mayor Lois Bragg. She shared info about the City Coun-

cil functions and upcoming projects. Present were Rich and Sharron Burns, Todd McClaskey, Clyde Burch, Marvin and Betty Seidt, John and Debie Becker, Gary Cunningham, Donna and Gary Clarkson, Lee and Linda Moots, Duane and Peggy Turner, Gary Smith, Robert and Charlotte Wheeler.

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We opened with our TOPS and KOPS pledges. Roll call was, “Did you lose weight?” Best TOPS loser was Gail. Runner-up Janet and Donnie Joyce tied.

KOPS Barbara G. stayed in leeway. Barb Y. earned TOPS for the month of May. Donnie Joyce gave a show-and-tell program.

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Elva Irene Oberto Elva Irene Oberto, 93, of Macon, MO, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2014 Elva was born on September 1, 1920, in Jacksonville, MO, the daughter of James R. and Della Mae (Dean) Mulnix. She was united in marriage to Harold E. Oberto on November 21, 1942, in Moberly, MO. She is survived by two daughters; Pat Maloney of Macon, Donna Mefford and husband Jack of Excello, MO; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-greatgrandchildren; one brother Harry and several nieces and nephews. Elva was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son-in-law Jim Maloney and three brothers, Irvin, Tobe and Orson Mulnix.

Funeral Services were Tuesday June 10, 2014, at 2:00 pm at the Hutton and McElwain Funeral Home in Macon.

Burial was in Memorial Park Gardens in Moberly, MO.

Betty Jean Burns Betty Jean Burns, 88, of Macon, MO, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2014, at Macon Health Care Center in Macon. Betty was born on November 15, 1925, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Alvin and Ruby (Hubble) Bork. She was united in marriage to Ralph G. Burns on February 22, 1942, in Hannibal, MO. Betty was a member of Crossroads Christian Church, enjoyed crocheting, her dogs and spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren. She is survived her two children; Jim Burns and wife Marilyn of Anabel; Annette Knowles and husband Jim of Anabel. Funeral services were Thursday, June 5, 2014, at 10:00 am, at the Hutton and McElwain Funeral Home in Macon with Brother Matt Stieger officiating. Burial was in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens north of Macon.

Dolores I. (Fredman) Jones Dolores I. Jones, age 81, passed away in her home in Independence, Missouri, Saturday, June 7, 2014. Funeral services are pending at Travis Funeral Chapel in La Plata, Missouri.

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Legendary Reporter Ernie Pyle: 70th Anniversary of D-Day

Continued from Page 2B of a couple of days of retrospection, we sit and talk and call it a miracle that our men ever got on at all or were able to stay on.

Before long it will be permitted to name the units that did it. Then you will know to whom this glory should go. They suffered casualties. And yet if you take the entire beachhead assault, including other units that had a much easier time, our total casualties in driving this wedge into the continent of Europe were remarkably low – only a fraction, in fact, of what our commanders had been prepared to accept.

And these units that were so battered and went through such hell are still, right at this moment, pushing on inland without rest, their spirits high, their egotism in victory almost reaching the smartalecky stage.

Their tails are up. “We’ve done it again,” they say.

They figure that the rest of the army isn’t needed at all. Which proves that, while their judgment in this regard is bad, they certainly have the spirit that wins battles and eventually wars.

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Horrible Waste of War NORMANDY BEACH-

HEAD, June 16, 1944 – I took a walk along the historic coast of Normandy in the country of France.

It was a lovely day for strolling along the seashore. Men were sleeping on the sand, some of them sleeping forever. Men were floating in the water, but they didn’t know they were in the water, for they were dead.

The water was full of squishy little jellyfish about the size of your hand. Millions of them. In the center each of them had a green design exactly like a fourleaf clover. The good-luck emblem.

Sure. Hell yes.

I walked for a mile and a half along the water’s edge of our many-miled invasion beach. You wanted to walk slowly, for the detail on that beach was infinite.

The wreckage was vast and startling. The awful waste and destruction of war, even aside from the loss of human life, has always been one of its outstanding features to those who are in it.

Anything and everything is expendable. And we did expend on our beachhead in Normandy during those

first few hours.

For a mile out from the beach there were scores of tanks and trucks and boats that you could no longer see, for they were at the bottom of the water – swamped by overloading, or hit by shells, or sunk by mines. Most of their crews were lost.

You could see trucks tipped half over and swamped. You could see partly sunken barges, and the angled-up corners of jeeps, and small landing craft half submerged. And at low tide you could still see those vicious sixronged iron snares that helped snag and wreck them.

On the beach itself, high and dry, were all kinds of wrecked vehicles. There were tanks that had only just made the beach before being knocked out.

There were jeeps that had been burned to a dull gray.

There were big derricks on caterpillar treads that didn’t quite make it. There were halftracks carrying office equipment that had been made into a shambles by a single shell hit, their interiors still holding their useless equipage of smashed typewriters, telephones, office files.

There were LCT’s turned completely upside down, and lying on their backs, and how they got that way I don’t know. There

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were boats stacked on top of each other, their sides caved in, their suspension doors knocked off.

In this shoreline museum of carnage there were abandoned rolls of barbed wire and smashed bulldozers and big stacks of thrown-away lifebelts and piles of shells still waiting to be moved.

In the water floated empty life rafts and soldiers’ packs and ration boxes, and mysterious oranges.

On the beach lay snarled rolls of telephone wire and big rolls of steel matting and stacks of broken, rusting rifles.

On the beach lay, expended, sufficient men and mechanism for a small war. They were gone forever now. And yet we could afford it.

We could afford it because we were on, we had our toehold, and behind us there were such enormous replacements for this wreckage on the beach that you could hardly conceive of their sum total.

Men and equipment were flowing from England in such a gigantic stream that it made the waste on the beachhead seem like nothing at all, really nothing at all.

A few hundred yards back on the beach is a high bluff. Up there we had a tent hospital, and a barbed-wire enclosure for prisoners of war. From up there you could see far up and down the beach, in a spectacular crow’s-nest view, and far out to sea.

And standing out there on the water beyond all this wreckage was the greatest armada man has ever seen. You simply could not believe the gigantic collection of ships that lay out there waiting to unload.

Looking from the bluff, it lay thick and clear to the far horizon of the sea and beyond, and it spread out to the sides and was miles wide. Its utter enormity would move the hardest man.

As I stood up there I noticed a group of freshly taken German prisoners standing nearby. They had not yet been put in the prison cage. They were just standing there, a couple of doughboys leisurely guarding them with tommy guns.

The prisoners too were

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looking out to sea – the same bit of sea that for months and years had been so safely empty before their gaze. Now they stood staring almost as if in a trance.

They didn’t say a word to each other. They didn’t need to. The expression on their faces was something forever unforgettable. In it was the final horrified acceptance of their doom.

If only all Germans could have had the rich experience of standing on the bluff and looking out across the water and seeing what their compatriots saw.

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A Long Thin Line of Personal Anguish NORMANDY BEACHHEAD, June 17, 1944 – In the preceding column we told about the D-day wreckage among our machines of war that were expended in taking one of the Normandy beaches.

But there is another and more human litter. It extends in a thin little line, just like a high-water mark, for miles along the beach. This is the strewn personal gear, gear that will never be needed again, of those who fought and died to give us our entrance into Europe.

Here in a jumbled row for mile on mile are soldiers’ packs. Here are socks and shoe polish, sewing kits, diaries, Bibles and hand grenades. Here are the latest letters from home, with the address on each one neatly razored out – one of the security precautions enforced before the boys embarked.

Here are toothbrushes and razors, and snapshots of families back home staring up at you from the sand.

Here are pocketbooks, metal mirrors, extra trousers, and bloody, abandoned shoes.

Here are broken-handled shovels, and portable radios smashed almost beyond recognition, and mine detectors twisted and ruined.

Here are torn pistol belts and canvas water buckets, first-aid kits and jumbled heaps of lifebelts. I picked up a pocket Bible with a soldier’s name in it, and put it in my jacket. I carried it half a mile or so and then put it back down on the beach. I don’t know why I picked it up, or why I put it back down.

Soldiers carry strange things ashore with them.

In every invasion you’ll find at least one soldier hitting the beach at H-hour with a banjo slung over his shoulder. The most ironic piece of equipment marking our beach – this beach of first despair, then victory – is a tennis racket that some soldier had brought along. It lies lonesomely on the sand, clamped in its rack, not a string broken.

Two of the most dominant items in the beach refuse are cigarets and writing paper. Each soldier was issued a carton of cigarets just before he started. Today these cartons by the thousand, watersoaked and spilled out, mark the line of our first savage blow.

Writing paper and airmail envelopes come second. The boys had intended to do a lot of writing in France. Letters that would have filled those blank, abandoned pages.

Always there are dogs in every invasion. There is a dog still on the beach today, still pitifully looking for his masters.

He stays at the water’s edge, near a boat that lies twisted and half sunk at the water line. He barks appealingly to every soldier who approaches, trots eagerly along with him for a few feet, and then, sensing himself unwanted in all this haste, runs back to wait in vain for his own people at his own empty boat.

Over and around this long thin line of personal anguish, fresh men today are rushing vast supplies to keep our armies pushing on into France. Other squads of men pick amidst thewreckage to salvage ammunition and equipment that are still usable.

Men worked and slept on the beach for days before the last D-day victim was taken away for burial.

I stepped over the form of one youngster whom I thought dead. But when I looked down I saw he was only sleeping. He was very young, and very tired.

He lay on one elbow, his hand suspended in the air about six inches from the ground. And in the palm of his hand he held a large, smooth rock.

I stood and looked at him a long time. He seemed in his sleep to hold that rock lovingly, as though it were his last link with a vanishing world. I have no idea at all why he went to sleep with the rock in his hand, or what kept him from dropping it once he was asleep. It was just one of those little things without explanation that a person remembers for a long time.

The strong, swirling tides of the Normandy coastline shift the contours of the sandy beach as they move in and out. They carry soldiers’ bodies out to sea, and later they return them.

They cover the corpses of heroes with sand, and then in their whims they uncover them.

As I plowed out over the wet sand of the beach on that first day ashore, I walked around what seemed to be a couple of pieces of driftwood sticking out of the sand. But they weren’t driftwood.

They were a soldier’s two feet. He was completely covered by the shifting sands except for his feet.

The toes of his GI shoes pointed toward the land he had come so far to see, and which he saw so briefly.

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