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Free movie sponsored by First Baptist Church of Lamar The First Baptist Church of Lamar will host the movie, “God's Not Dead”, at the Plaza Theatre during the Lamar Free Fair. The entire community is invited to see how college freshman Josh Wheaton, a devout Christian, finds his faith challenged on the first day of Philosophy class, when his professor demands see MOVIE, page 4A

Lamar Fair Youth Horse Show to be held August 17 The Lamar Fair Youth Horse Show will be held Sunday, Aug. 17, 1:30 p.m., at the Lamar Saddle Club Grounds. For many years the Rough Rider 4-H Club and Lamar Saddle Club have partnered in hosting the event. The Rough Rider 4-H Club holds one of the oldest 4-H charters see HORSE, page 4A

MU Extension and Barton County 4-H celebrate accomplishments It's a Celebration! Please join the University of Missouri Extension and Barton 4-H on Wednesday, Aug. 20, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the extension booth on the south side of the square, for 4-H demonstration and free cake and ice cream . University of Missouri Extension is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Smith-Lever Act, which established the Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service. This service was created to provide people nationwide with access to research being done at landgrant universities like the University of Missouri. Over the past century MU Extension has improved the lives of the people of Missouri in countless ways. In the beginning, extension workers demonstrated to farmers how to improve the yield and quality of various agricultural products. Today, the role of MU Extension has expanded see CELEBRATE, page 4A

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SECTION A Correspondents......................... 2 Fair Events.................................. 3 Friends & Family....................... 4 School.......................................... 5 Area News.................................. 6 SECTION B Area News.................................. 2 Records....................................... 3 Records/Legals........................... 4 Legals/Classifieds....................... 5 Area News.................................. 6

These Lamar R-1 Principals are out looking for students to Primary’s Snoop Night time, as it will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 “round up” and welcome back for the 2014-15 “Wagon Train of p.m.. Middle School and West Elementary Snoop Night will be Learning”. Pictured from left to right are Middle School Principal from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Middle School will be holding their “Back Alan Ray, East Primary Principal Zach Lemert and West Elemen- to School Splash” on August 15, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., at the tary Principal Mary Clark. Each year, staff members for kinder- Lamar Aquatic Park. All student’s first day of school is August 18. garten through eighth grade choose a theme to teach, decorate The staff at Lamar schools are looking forward to the “rodeo” and celebrate student’s success for the upcoming year. This year’s that is about to begin! chosen theme was “Western”. Students will get “roped” into reading, writAUGUST 16 - 23, 2014 ing and arithmetic. Their educational experience will allow them to show their “true grit”. School staff will “wrangle”, teaching rigorous and relevant learning standards, striving to keep students on the “cutting edge” of education. SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 The following are important dates to remember. PTO Snoop Night will be August 14, Orscheln Farm & Home Tractor Show.......10 a.m.-3 p.m................. Orscheln Farm & Home for all Lamar R-1 Schools. Incoming kinder- MS Benefit Rolling Thunder Poker Run.....11:30 am-1 pm......................... Nightwind Cycle garten parents, please note the change to East Queen Contest.............................................7 pm...................................Thiebaud Auditorium

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Busy Bee 4-H Small Animal Show to be held during Lockwood's September Days LOCKWOOD-The Busy Bee 4-H Club will host a small animal show in the American Legion lot during Lockwood's September Days on Saturday, Sept. 20. The show is open to all youth ages eight to 18, showing rabbits, poultry, goats and sheep. Ages five to seven may participate for fun (poultry or rabbits only), but will not be judged. Check-in begins at 8 a.m., with judging to start at 9 a.m. Awards will be given to first and second place in each category. Preregistration entry fee will be $2 per head or exhibit and should be sent to tcrisamore@millertel.net or 8273 Lawrence 2009, Lockwood, MO 65682 by September 5. Day of show registration will be $3 per head or exhibit. Entry forms are available on the September Days website at www.lockwoodseptemberdays.com. For questions please contact Tony Crisamore at 417-235-2337 or Julie Terry at 417880-2034. A complete show schedule, rules and registration information are available for download on the September Days website, as well as information on all September Days activities.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 Youth Horse Show.......................................1:30 pm........................... Saddle Club Grounds Community Worship Service....................6 pm...................................Thiebaud Auditorium MONDAY, AUGUST 18 Window Hobby Show Entry Deadline................................Lamar Bank & Trust Company Antique Tractor Rodeo...............................5:30 pm.................Lamar Saddle Club Grounds TUESDAY, AUGUST 19 Carnival & Food Vendors Set Up..............6 pm.................................................Lamar Square Enter 4-H Exhibits.......................................6-9 pm...............................Thiebaud Auditorium WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20 CARNIVAL & RIDES OPEN Wednesday-Friday Hours: 6-11 pm Saturday Hours: Noon-5 pm & 6-Closing Vendors Set Up............................................Starting at 9 am..................South Side of Square Gospel Sing...................................................7 pm...................................Thiebaud Auditorium All livestock check in before......................9 pm.............................................. Moore Pavilion 4-H Youth Demonstrations........................6 pm............... West Side Square UM Ext. Booth THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 Swine Show...................................................8 am.............................................. Moore Pavilion Goat Show....................................................2 pm.............................................. Moore Pavilion Memorial Hall Exhibits..............................8 am-2 pm.................................... Memorial Hall Bob & The Backwoods Kuzins...................7 pm..................................Thiebaud Auditiorium FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 Beef Show.....................................................7:30 am......................................... Moore Pavilion Bucket Calf Show.........................................During Beef Show...................... Moore Pavilion Baby Show....................................................10 am.................................Thiebaud Auditorium Sheep Show...................................................1 pm.............................................. Moore Pavilion Masonic Youth Parade................................5:45 pm...........................................Lamar Square Livestock Auction........................................7 pm.............................................. Moore Pavilion Sheep Lead Line...........................................After Auction.............................. Moore Pavilion Kentucky Road Quartet & Guests.............7 pm...................................Thiebaud Auditorium SATURDAY, AUGUST 23 10K Lamar Run............................................7:30 am...................................East Side of Square Livestock Showmanship.............................9 am.............................................. Moore Pavilion Fair Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show..........8 am-1 pm................................. Lamar City Park Antique Car Show.......................................10 am-1 pm............................... Lamar City Park Antique Tractor Show.................................9:30 am-2 pm............................ Lamar City Park Rotary Parade...............................................2 pm.................................................Lamar Square Sober As A Judge.........................................7 pm...................................Thiebaud Auditorium (Sponsored by Pat Barr, Edward Jones Investments) THURSDAY-SATURDAY, AUGUST 21-23 Lamar Art League’s Art Exhibition...........10 am-8 pm....Thiebaud Auditorium’s West Rm BC Historical Society Museum.................1-9 pm.............................. Courthouse Basement

Barton County in agreement with state results on constitutional amendments By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

LAMAR-The final percentages may vary somewhat, but Barton County voters were in agreement with statewide totals in the August 5 election as to which constitutional amendments should be approved and which ones should

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be rejected. The most noticeable percentage difference pertained to Amendment 1, the right to farm amendment. Barton County voters heavily supported it with 74.8 percent voting “yes.” Statewide, it just barely squeaked by with 50.13 percent supporting it and 49.87 percent in opposition. The actual statewide vote count

was “yes,” 498,751, and “no” 496,223, a margin well under one percent. This will likely trigger an official recount. County percentages were very much in line with those of the state on Amendment 7, the three-fourths of one percent sales tax for transportation. Barton County voters rejected it with 58.7 percent opposi-

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CORRESPONDENTS Coonfoot & Vicinity By LOUISE OTT Peeking out the door this early Monday morning I see our dear Lord has blessed us with scattered clouds. Mr. Sunshine is trying to peek through. The weatherman says we could get some scattered showers for several days. Yes, Gary and Judy Nelson, Michael Nelson and Ella Mae Turpen all enjoyed dinner at a restaurant on Sunday. Aurbry Winans, Ray and Tristan Winans, Ray and Nicole Winans and Elvin Winans Jr. and Durella were visitors of Marie Winans. Kenneth Dee and Esther Archer, Sarcoxie route, Louise Ott, Jasper route, Lonnie and Bonnie Hudson, Vanessa and Nathaniel Hudson, Carthage route and Mike, Mathew and Margaret Straw, Columbia, were dinner guests on Sunday of George Straw, Carthage route. Remember the big bridge route south of Alba is open now and it's so nice to go straight through to 96 Hwy. now. Be sure and watch for the turkey and deer crossing the road north of Alba. Hope everyone got out and voted while they could!

Sheldon By DARLENE SHERIDAN The children of Don and Roberta recently

hosted a 25th anniversary party for them at the home of Rebecca and Chris Jones, near Lamar. Five of their six children were able to attend, along with approximately 25 other family members and friends. A light lunch was served, along with cake and other refreshments. Roberta’s niece, Debbie (Sims) Broadwater and her husband Ben and their daughter Abby, made the trip from Branson to join the celebration. Don and Roberta were very surprised when they went to leave and found their car had been totally decorated with crepe paper, balloons and shoe polish. Everyone had a good time. I accompanied Jim and Delores Honey and granddaughter Sheridan Phelps of Carthage last Thursday evening for a trip to Butler, where we met their son Jeff Honey and son, Jack of Lee’s Summit. We enjoyed supper at the Pizza Hut before returning home. Friday morning a large number of friends and family gathered at Ferry Funeral home at 10 a.m. for the memorial for Dorothy Cross, age 92, who lost her life in a car accident on Sunday, July 27. Saturday morning the Lion’s Club had their monthly breakfast from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., that let’s everyone eat and visit. Saturday evening was a busy evening with the Back to Blue supper for the Vernon County Democrats at the Senior Center in Nevada. It was a good evening, but unfortunately an accident happened when Gail Wysong fell as she was leaving and was taken to Freeman

Hospital. Saturday, Aug. 9, at 8 a.m., was a Community Betterment “Work Day” in the park. There was a meeting on Saturday, Aug. 9, at 6 p.m., at the Bellamy Community Center. This was a time of remembrance for Dorothy Cross and friends. Donations are also being accepted to purchase a sign that will read, “Welcome to Bellamy, The Batts-Cross Community Center”. There was a potluck supper at 6 p.m. and people brought Best Choice labels. I believe this meeting was something that Dorothy would have loved, as she worked so hard to key the center and be sure everything was in readiness for each meeting. All friends are invited to join.

see when you open the door! When shopping, head to the produce section first. Buy seasonally available fresh fruit for the best price and flavor. Don’t want to eliminate all sweets? Try a drizzle of chocolate fudge sauce on a pear, banana, or berries.. Serve a watermelon salad for a refreshing treat. Check online for recipes. Need a dip for your fruit? Mix plain yogurt with a dash of vanilla, or add your favorite spice, like cinnamon, for a new flavor. Fruit with a low-fat yogurt dip makes a great party snack. Use melon, apples, bananas, berries, grapes and provide toothpicks! Dried fruits make a great snack. They are easy to carry and store well. Just remember 1/2 cup dried fruit counts as 1 cup of fruit. Even if you don’t eat the peel, rinse and rub fruit under running water before peeling or cutting so that dirt and microbes don’t transfer.

Fresh and frozen fruit such as raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and blackberries can be enjoyed throughout the year. When choosing canned fruits, select fruit canned in 100% fruit juice or water rather than syrup. Drizzle melted dark chocolate on your favor-

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Betty Gideon was the hostess Tuesday, Aug. 5, for Bridge and a luncheon. Winners of Bridge were Betty Weston, first, and Kathy Jenkins, second. The Bridge hostess August 12 is scheduled to be Betty Gilkey, with Norma Harris to be the hostess on Tuesday, Aug. 19.

CHANGE CLUB A few more healthy tips from the Change Club, Fruits To meet your fruit goal-keep fresh fruit rinsed and where you can see it. Reach for a piece when you need a snack. Rinse fruits under running water before preparing or eating them to remove dirt and microbes on the surface. Keep cut-up fruit at eye level in the refrigerator. It will be the first thing you

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For-getme-nots By GAIL LEAMING I would like to dedicate this article to a few of our teachers. Zelma Hooper, Jean Kersen and Mrs. Nash. I have to tell the story of how Russ went to Zelma his kindergarden year and the next year to Mrs Nash. Zelma said it took Russ until Christmas to learn to stay in his seat. The next year he went to Mrs. Nash, who was on her 43rd year of teaching. Russ came home the first day of first grade to tell me he wasn’t going back because he had argued all day with her that his name was Russ not Russell and she didn’t know how to spell. The other thing was she only wanted him to count to

10 and wouldn’t listen to him count to 100 because she probably didn’t know how. Last, he said he tried to tell her that the abc’s were abc and she kept telling him it was aeiou. Jean sent me a note about how this little girl had gone to school the first day and came home very upset. She told her mother that she couldn’t write and couldn’t read and now this teacher didn’t want her to talk. What our teachers have to put up with and how they succeed is beyond me. We all have our special teacher that you look back on that helped you in some way in your life. We all have several that taught us different things that have stuck with us. Many of us at Golden City remember Mrs. White. Every time we sew or set a table, don’t we? Zelma taught me music and I know she is quite surprised at what I play, but I think of her whenever I see or hear music. Miss Denny and Mr. Johnson taught me the love of history and civics. Miss Denny taught me how to read a paper and read between the lines. What fun I have picking one apart. Mrs. Race, the love of reading. Reach out and thank a teacher, because they are the people you have had that made you what you are. Janice Manka is out of the hospital and Luther Pennell is home from his ordeal in the hospital too. hurrah. Ron is home from his foot surgery, so now there are two of us down at the home place. We just muddle through, don’t we? I am finishing the last week of infusion and then I can find out what food

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tastes like again. We drove up to see Juanita and Lonnie Pennell this week. We enjoyed the visit. Missed the Milford jam session this week. Maybe next month. We are enjoying the rain and it just keeps my garden going. At least I am finished with the corn. It has been quiet here. Kamala went to Texas for a few days and Russ is checking in on us every day. Anastazia still hasn’t gotten home yet, but soon. Ron said I had a visitor today while I was at the hospital, but couldn’t remember her name but said she was from Miller. Thanks for coming by anyway. Have a great week and fun at the fair next week. Oh yes, I guess the Round Prairie bunch are meeting at same place same time, right David?

Maxine's Musings By MAXINE MORIN I hear that the 10th Street Community Farmers' Market has some nice fruits and veggies, along with some luscious baked goodies. Usually some organization serves biscuits and gravy in the mornings. Former members of the BPW met at Denny's on Monday, Aug. 4. Present were Donna Wescott, Barbara Robertson, Imogene Williams, Betty Gideon, Juanita Schmitt, Loeta Thompson, Sue Hobson, Maxine Morin, Jo Percy, Beula Miller and guest, Sheryl Shelgren. It was a pleasant morning

of having breakfast together and chatting. The next meeting will be on Labor Day, Sept. 1, 9 a.m. Remember ladies, Red Hats meet Thursday, Aug. 14. Whenever I dressed for Red Hats, I would ask Eddie if I looked okay and he would say, “You look kinda' loud, but then you say that is the way that all Red Hat gals dress, so go.” I wish that he could have seen the R.H. bunch at a meeting. I have not attended for a couple of months. Looking forward to it. My lemon cucumbers are not doing as well as last year. I have picked two and see there is a small one ready. They are prickly little things, but they rub off easily. Got my “moon” boot off, but still using a walker. Makes me feel safer. Now I am being treated for cellulite in both legs. I am taking an antibiotic for my legs and this one has made me ill, so will have to stop. See you next week. Prayer for our troops. Until next time.

ite berries for a special treat! Try a new recipe and get fruit into your dinner dishes--try chicken with apricots or lentils with apples and dried fruit. Make your own watermelon ice--it's a nice refreshment on a hot day. Check online for recipes.

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FAIR EVENTS

That Dalton Gang to perform at Lamar Free Fair

That Dalton Gang will be riding into town for the Lamar Free Fair on Friday evening, Aug. 22, at 7 p.m., for a show at the Thiebaud Audi-

torium. Anyone that has not seen this group of young musicians and one old guy are in for a real treat. That Dalton Gang was

one of the bands selected to perform at Bluegrass and Barbeque at Silver Dollar City and were contracted to play at the Starvey Creek Bluegrass Festival in July of next year. Cheyenne and Maddie Dalton, on mandolin and fiddle, are joined by Taylen Winchell on banjo, Russ Weeks on guitar and Tory Butler on bass. The audience will be delighted by the beautiful vocal harmonies of this sweet bluegrass sound. Make plans now to see this local group, it is sure to be an enjoyable show.

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METZGER’S MUTTERINGS

By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat Summertime is in full swing and along with it comes all the fun activities that keep us so busy. That is true with the paper, as well as life in general. Here at the Democrat we just published our free regional paper that included the fair guide, and the following week we featured the back to school section. Soon it will be time to concentrate on the fair and the beginning of a new school year and with it, the sports preview. Hopefully the Tigers will have

a bang up season again. A fourth consecutive year would be awesome and only time will tell. They have definitely proven themselves as champions on the football field. We made it to the Cardinal game in St. Louis last Friday, and as always happens it seems when we get the opportunity to attend a game, it rains and they lose. At least the rain had stopped before the game, cooling off the air and making a really pleasant evening for baseball. Our seats were phenomenal, right behind the Cardinal dugout, so we could watch them

coming and going, as well as when they were in the batter's box. Son Jud agreed that baseball takes on an entirely new dimension when you are so close to the action. No matter what sport, I have always been a faithful fan that stays until the very end, regardless of whether they are winning or loosing. Gary isn't, but this time he informed me the seats were so incredible that we were going to stay in our seats until the very end. Guess what, it didn't happen. At the bottom of the ninth inning, as we were behind by quite a bit, he decided it was time to go so we could beat the crowd. I told him I would go up to the top as we were almost on field level, but that I wasn't leaving the stadium until the game was solidified. So up we

Letter to editor Dear Editor: The recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court regarding Hobby Lobby’s successful challenge of that part of Obamacare which requires employers, as a part of their required health care, to provide contraceptives to their female employees appears to have far reaching consequences. At the heart of the Court’s decision is not so much whether that part of Obamacare was reversed, but whether corporations can have the same moral convictions and rights as individuals. Indeed the conservative majority on the Supreme Court has decided that they have. The Supreme Court has determined this provision in Obamacare violated the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, passed in 1993, which forbids the government from doing anything which prevents the free exercise of religionand that privilege now extends to corporations. Although Justice Alito, who wrote for the majority reassured everyone, as did Justice Kennedy, that this decision is “specific” to the case at hand, it nevertheless seemed to have opened a whole can of worms. Hardly had the decision been announced before a multitude of commercial enterprises began preparing their requests to be included under the Hobby Lobby exemption umbrella. That the five Supreme Court justices who voted to support this provision were all men, and Catholic, may yet become a central part of the post-

mortem discussion. One syndicated columnist, Leonard Pitts, in reviewing the decision postulated that under the Court’s logic how much different would it be for a corporation owned by a Jehovah’s Witness family to deny blood transfusions to its workers or one owned by a Muslim family to refuse employment to women. And, indeed, how different would it also be for a corporation owned by an evangelical Christian family to deny employment to gay men and lesbians. The question arises as to how can you differentiate between Hobby Lobby’s corporate “person” and other examples cited here. Consider this possibility too: Other religious convictions besides that held by the Christian Right may be the beneficiary, receiving dispensations which are wholly at odds with Christian beliefs. What then? Does the Supreme Court re-intervene and say these dispensations apply only to Christians and more specifically to far right Christians. Saying, as the Court has, that the present decision favoring Hobby Lobby is “specific to that case,” already addresses that possibility. Columnist Leonard Pitts, aptly, describes this decision as “a sidewalk coated with ice, slicked with oil and littered with banana peels.” Regarding the Green family who owns Hobby Lobby and their religious convictions which brought about this decision by the Supreme Court, it perhaps should

be noted that Hobby Lobby’s shelves are liberally stocked with goods labeled “Made In China.” China is undoubtedly the most aggressive nation in the world regarding planned parenthood with an estimated 13 million surgical abortions done each yearmany of them state mandated. Added to this is an unknown number of terminations of pregnancy with medication which undoubtedly far exceeds those involving surgical intervention. These abortions are universally performed in state financed and state run abortion clinics conveniently located throughout the country. And yet the Green family who owns Hobby Lobby sees no ethical problems in forging a close commercial relationships with China and its industries whose workers are these same abortion-afflicted women. There is a sidebar to this issue, undoubtedly unintended by the Supreme Court, which is this: Since the Court ruling concerning Hobby Lobby affirms that corporations are considered equivalent to people many private citizens are preparing to petitioning the IRS to extend to them the same tax advantages which are now enjoyed by corporations. Although these are expected to go nowhere they do make a point. Leon Faubion Albuquerque, NM

Preparations are in the making for 2014 Crockett reunion By JOY CROCKETT

Due to procrastination and circumstances beyond my control, I am later than usual in reporting the 2013 Crockett reunion. If entrusted with the task again, I will try and do better. Despite the beautiful day, with temperatures in the mid 80's and partly cloudy skies, this reunion had a relatively small attendance. Hopefully it will be better as we meet again soon. Remember, we meet the third Sunday in September. We met at the same park shelter we have been in for many years. I counted 58 there and we did have a

good time of visiting with both those we see often and those we almost never see except at these and similar reunions. I know I have enjoyed them for over 30 years now, beginning when I was just a friend of the family. These names are in no particular groupings, as this time I just went with the order signed in. I apologize if I made mistakes. Randy Crockett and Susan Duncan; Dustin, Cindy, Dacy, Dage, Logan and Chloe Crockett; Don and Donna Crockett; Brenden Crockett and Anna Andrews; Dorothy Dunn; Darrel and Daisy Reeder; Darin, Jessica,

April and Bailey Crockett, Caleb and Derrick Shafer; Darrel and Priscilla Crockett; Merlin and Lillian Barnes; David and Sharon Crockett; Cole, Dora, Zachary, Jerry and Cole C. Rector; Amy Engelage and Anne Crockett; Jerry and Karen Crockett. Also, Amanda Crockett, Jacob and Kadence; Denise Williams, Kayla Kirbey and Elijah Williams; DeLane, Ethan, Levi and Isaiah Adam, Danny and Connie Crockett, Abbie Crockett; Gene Crockett; Anita Crockett; Derek, Amy, Trace, and Keystin Crockett, Michael J. and McKade Crockett and Joy Crockett.

climbed and ended up going gate to gate to see what was happening with the game. The Cardinals did actually come back with a couple of runs, but unfortunately that wasn't enough and we lost the game. They did take the series by winning on Saturday and Sunday, so that's all that matters! I rode up north on Thursday evening with Jud, to pick up grandson Kobyn for the weekend. We are heading to Branson Friday afternoon to spend the evening with Kobyn's other grandparents and then will spend a fun filled day on Saturday

at White Water. Getting to play, besides myself, will be Jud and his wife Meghan, as well as eight year old Ko and 20 month old Landon. Gary will stay home with the cat as he doesn't do water parks! Anyway, Jud and Kobyn can enjoy the humongous water slides that I would be terrified to travel down and Meghan and Landon will enjoy the wading and wave pool, so that leaves me to enjoy of the lazy river and poolside chairs. I made a visit to the library the other day to get me a new book for the occasion, so if I don't burn to a crisp I'll be okay.

Here at work, Melissa came to the realization last Monday that there were only two weeks left to enjoy summer before school starts, so she too is trying her best to squeeze in as much activity as possible. I imagine a lot of people are trying to embrace the last bit of summer fun they can. At least gas is at a decent price, if you call a little over $3 decent! Not to show my age or anything, but I remember when I first started driving and we had one of the first self serve gas stations in town, that sold gas for 20 cents a gallon. Oh, for the good old days!

Sheldon UMC holds “High Seas Adventure” VBS By DARLENE SHERIDAN

Sheldon United Methodist Church had “High Seas Adventure” Vacation Bible School on July 21-25. A total of 24-36 kids participated over a period of five nights, with eight teenagers and 21 adults helpers, accounting for up to 63 people each night. Each night featured lessons from Acts, “God’s Word is True”, Peter being freed from prison; “God’s Word is Comforting”, God keeping

Paul safe during a shipwreck; “God’s Word is Surprising”, God protecting Paul from the deadly bite of a poison snake on the island of Malta; “God’s Word is Lie-Changing”, Peter and John were God’s instruments to heal a lame man at the gate of the temple and Friday concluded the study with “God’s Word is for Everyone”, how the community of believers met together. Every night, when the kids heard the theme of the night, they hollered, “Let’s Go”.

Movie, continued from page 1A all students disavow, in writing, the existence of God or face a failing grade. The public is invited to join in as Josh accepts the challenge to prove God's

existence, defending his faith, even though it may cost him his lofty academic goals if he fails to convince his classmates of God's existence. This free movie will be

Horse, continued from page 1A in Barton County, with many of those families being part of the Lamar Saddle Club. The Rough Riders will be opening the horse show with a special ceremony in memory of

Linden Wolf, a former Rough Rider 4-H member and volunteer. A special invitation is extended to the Rough Riders 4-H Alumni and Barton County community to join the youth as they

Celebrate, continued from page 1A to include hundreds of programs for after-school youth leadership curriculums, stress management classes, strength training for people over the age of 50, learning or updating computer skills and business development, to name just a few. As MU Extension celebrates the many accomplishments of its first 100 years, it will also expand programs to address the challenges of the next 100 years. MU Extension remains focused on providing relevant, reliable and responsive information that will improve the lives of people in our state, the nation and around the world. 4-H in Barton County is 80 years strong. The 4-H slogan, “Learn by Doing”, is what the Barton County 4-H clubs have been doing for 80 years. Since

1934 the family centered learning programs of 4-H clubs have been striving to help children and teens become the best they can be. “4-H is a real tradition in Barton County. Many of our youth have parents and grandparents who continue to be a part of 4-H, either as members or as volunteers and leaders. The four H's of Head, Heart, Hands and Health are still the guiding elements of the clubs today, but the projects look a little different from what they might

at the Plaza Theatre on Saturday, Aug. 23, 3 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 24, 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. For more information call the church office at 417-682-3538.

pay tribute to an honored member with an exciting afternoon of horse events. Youth of various ages will be participating in 29 events, so don’t miss the excitement. See you there!

have looked like 80 years ago. Eighty years ago the projects would have centered solely on gardens, food and livestock. Those areas are still important, but they have a fresh look for the 21st Century. Youth involved in 4-H clubs have a wide variety of projects and interests to choose from. Making the Best Better has been a lifelong goal over the past 80 years and will continue for many years to come. Come by and celebrate as the youth present project demonstrations.

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SCHOOL Gillen is honored by Missouri Vocational Agriculture Teachers Association

Brian Gillen was recently awarded with a Distinguished Service Award at the 2014 MVATA Awards Luncheon. Gillen represented the Southwest District Association of the organization. This award luncheon was held as a function of the Missouri Vocational Agricultural Teachers Association annual conference held during the Missouri Association of Career and Technical Education Conference in Springfield. The award was sponsored by L.C. Fundraising. MVATA is a professional agriculture education teacher association that has 491 members serving 337 schools.

Ford accepts membership in The National Society of Collegiate Scholars Pierce N. Ford, Lamar, has accepted membership in The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). “NSCS is more than just a symbol of academic achievement. Membership gives students access to a number of amazing benefits including career and networking resources, scholarships, travel and service projects, both on campus and in the

community,” says Stephen E. Loflin, NSCS founder and chief executive officer. NSCS is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies and is the nation's only interdisciplinary honors organization for first year and second year college students. Membership is by invitation only, based on grade point average and

class standing. NSCS has over one million lifetime members and 300 chapters in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. For more information about The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, please call 202-265-9000, visit NSCS' website at nscs.org or contact Pierce N. Ford at P.O. Box 563, Lamar, MO 64759.

Berlekamp graduates basic military training Air Force Airman Emily A. Berlekamp graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air

Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principals and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Berlekamp is the daugh-

ter of Ilene Mathiesen, Weaubleau and Bobby Berlekamp, Lockwood. She is also the stepdaughter of Brian Mathiesen, Weaubleau and Angela Berlekamp, Lockwood, the sister of Katherine Berlekamp and the Berlekamp is a 2013 granddaughter of Linda graduate of Weaubleau Eoff, Greenfield. High School.

Amendments, continued from page 1A to keep and bear arms, drew 77.3 percent support in Barton County, compared to 60.97 percent statewide. Both figures show that Missouri is clearly a right to keep and bear arms state. The

lower figure of support statewide reflects the tendency of metropolitan areas to be more opposed to firearms possession than rural areas. Amendment 8, creating a separate lottery ticket

whose proceeds would go exclusively for veterans’ needs, was soundly defeated. Barton County voters turned it down with 58.3 percent opposing, while statewide voters rejected it with 55.02 percent saying “no.” There was some fear that it might siphon off some of the proceeds from lottery ticket sales that are currently earmarked for elementary, secondary, and higher education. Amendment 9 had little trouble gaining support across the state. It was designed to extend to Missouri citizens the protection of unreasonable searches and seizures regarding electronic communications. Statewide, voters gave it 74.76 percent support. Barton County voters topped that by nearly 10 percent, 84.1 percent saying “yes.” Only two parties had any primary choices. Republican Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler brushed aside a challenge from John Webb to gain her party’s nomination for another term in the Fourth District. She will face Democrat Nate Irvin in the November 4 general election. Irvin was unopposed for the Democratic nomination. Libertarians selected Hershall Young to be their party’s candidate for the Fourth District in November. He outpolled Randall Langkraehr, gaining 53 percent for the nomination.

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Pediatric crash cart Polymer-Wood Technologies pays taxes donated to BCMH By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

totaled $352,415.98, a fairly convincing statement of the company’s future plans. When taxes on a property become delinquent for three consecutive years, that property is offered for public sale by the collector/treasurer. To prevent such a sale, PolymerWood has paid the taxes delinquent the longest. For example, on one part of the building complex, taxes were due for the years 2011, 2012, and 2013. Polymer-Wood paid the taxes for 2011, preventing for another year the possibility of the property being

subject to a delinquent tax sale. That payment was for $135,085.43. For one parcel of the building complex, constituting 19.73 acres, the taxes were also due for the years 2011, 2012, and 2013. On this particular parcel, Polymer-Wood paid all three years, bringing it completely up to date. The payment check was for $217,330.55. This has to be a cause for optimism. Polymer-Wood officials continue seeking foreign investment to hasten the day that buildings are renovated and operation begins.

LAMAR-The Barton County Commission authorized the distribution of CART funds to the county’s townships at its meeting of August 4. CART funds (County Aid Road Trust) come from the federal tax on motor vehicle fuel sales within the county and are to be used for the maintenance of township roads, primarily the purchase of gravel. Each township will receive $3,000, and checks in that amount are to be

mailed during the week of August 11-15. This is the second distribution of the year. Townships received identical amounts in April. Construction started, August 4, on a replacement bridge on Northwest 100th Road, which is also the Barton/Vernon county line. The work is being done by C & C Bridge of Pilot Grove and is to be completed within 60 working days. The 65-foot long span crosses Drywood Creek. The consulting engineer has requested a 10-foot extension of right-of-way

on each side for a replacement bridge to be built on Northwest 30th Road. The current bridge at that site is 18 feet wide, and the new bridge will be 28 feet wide. Competitive construction bids for the project have not yet been sought. Construction has been limited to a mid-July to November 15 window imposed by the Missouri Department of Conservation due to a nearby nest of bald eagles. The commission fears that limitation, plus the likelihood of inclement fall weather, may force delay of the project to 2015.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a 2011 Kenworth, being driven by Robert T Janes, 58, Mount Vernon, was traveling northbound on US 160, five miles north of Golden City, when he attempted to pass

a tractor within 100 feet of an intersection. The accident occurred at 10:20 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 5, as the tractor was making a left hand turn. According to the report, the Kenworth ran off the left side of the road to avoid the

tractor and overturned. Janes, who was wearing a safety device according to the report, received moderate injuries and was transported by ambulance to Barton County Memorial Hospital in Lamar.

LAMAR-Many months ago, Lamar Mayor Keith Divine observed that surely Polymer-Wood Technologies of Texas is coming to Lamar to start up operations in the now vacant O’Sullivan building complex, or they wouldn’t continue to pay annual taxes on the property. That belief was confirmed again on July 30 and August 1 when two checks from the firm arrived in the office of Barton County Collector/ Treasurer Barba Parish. The two checks combined

Children's Miracle Network Hospitals recently donated a pediatric crash cart to Barton County Memorial Hospital's Surgery Department. Pictured are, left to right, BCMH Operating Room Supervisor Pat Daniel, Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Program Director Heather Lesmeister, Freeman Otolaryngologist Dr. Nathan Box, Med One Clinic RN Kyley Metcalf, BCMH Director of Nursing Marlys Buckner and BCMH CEO Wendy Duvall.

Seasoned Army physician now practicing in Lockwood

LOCKWOOD-When it comes to medical experience, Dr. Travis Hawks has been on the front lines, so his homecoming is very fitting. The seasoned U.S. Army family physician has begun practicing at Mercy Clinic Family Medicine – Lockwood. “Providing primary care to the people of my hometown in Dade County was a goal of mine when I applied to medical school,” Dr. Hawks. “But this was put on hold for a few years due to my service

in the Army.” Dr. Hawks graduated from the University of Missouri – Kansas City’s School of Medicine in 2006. From there, he completed his family medicine residency in the U.S. Army at Fort Benning, Georgia. He then assumed the role of brigade surgeon with an infantry brigade out of Fort Wainwright, Alaska. Most recently, he served two years at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. “I’ve also been on several deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan,” he added. Now, at the age of 32, Dr. Hawks has come full circle, settling down with his wife, Melissa, and their two children, ages one and two. “We’re so excited to be moving back home

to start the next chapter of our lives,” Dr. Hawks said, who was raised on a farm near Lockwood. Now a pilot, Dr. Hawks and his family take to the skies when they can to enjoy the beautiful southwest Missouri landscape. “This has been a dream of ours for some time now and it is finally becoming a reality to be able to focus time on family and the care of those in our community.” In Lockwood, Dr. Hawks will provide prenatal care, care for illness and injuries, well child exams and immunizations, sports physicals, health maintenance for adults, as well as chronic disease management. He’ll also provide urgent and emergency care at Mercy’s emergency department in Aurora. “I’m looking forward to building relationships with my patients and providing the highest quality care.” To schedule an appointment with Dr. Hawks, call Mercy Clinic Family Medicine – Lockwood at (417) 232-4560.

CART money goes to townships for road maintenance By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

Kenworth overturns avoiding tractor

Track-hoe prepares for bridge's center support

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Photo for Lamar Democrat courtesy of Michael O'Sullivan This track-hoe in the I-49 median, is beginning to prepare for the center support of the bridge at 1st Street. Excavation was the first step then a substantial pad was poured. Once the supports are in place, the actual bridge structure can begin.

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Photo for Lamar Democrat courtesy of Michael O'Sullivan Workers are awaiting another semi for the pre-fab sections of the box culvert that will channel water under the bridge's ramps and roads, north of 1st Street and east of I-49. Due to their weight, semis can only carry three sections at a time. The heavy lift crane is then used to set them in place, then the workers align and seal them. This is essentially the last phrase prior to preparation for the large amount of dirt that will be necessary for the bridge. The moving of dirt was scheduled to start on August 5.

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spring flowers, scarlet autumn foliage and red berries that attract songbirds in the winter,” said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. New members of the Arbor Day Foundation also receive “The Tree Book”, which includes information about tree planting and care and a subscription to “Arbor Day”, the foundation's bimonthly publication.

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Intern has interesting family tree Liam Detwiller, has been an intern at the Lewis County Press corporation office in LaGrange during the summer. Liam is 22 years old and will be a senior at Georgetown University this fall majoring in English. He lives in Weymouth, Mass., which is near Boston. He is also an executive in the largest student run bank in the country. The bank has 17.9 million in assets. Liam has an interesting family tree. His great-grandfather Harry Kelly was the Governor of Michigan.

Harry Kelly, Michigan Governo

Harry Kelly was born April 19, 1895 and served as the 39th Governor of Michigan from 1943 to 1947. Kelly enrolled in Notre Dame University before serving in the U.S. Army during WWI and earning the Croix de guerre medal with palm leaves. Kelly served as state’s and prosecuting attorney after returning from war and served as Michigan’s Secretary of State from 1939 to 1943. In 1942 he defeated Democratic Governor Murray Van Wagoner in the general election to become Governor of Michigan. Kelly served two terms in office and ran once again for Governor in 1950, but lost to Governor G. Mennen Williams by only 1154 votes. He was elected to the Michigan Supreme Court and served from 1954 to 1971. He died in 1971. His son,

Brian Kelly, was a TV star. Liam's uncle, Brian Kelly, was born in 1931 and served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War and attended law school before deciding to pursue a career in acting and

met people from all aspects of life. While in school his teacher wrote a book on President John Kennedy. Caroline Kennedy wrote the introduction and she came to his school and he was able to meet and talk with her. Liam talked about his summer in northeast Missouri. He said, “Turning 21 has its obvious signals that a new phase of adulthood is about to come. Most r e p p li of F r ta s , y ll significantly though (and e Brian K beyond the newfound heading 'right' of being able to consume for Hollywood. In 1964 alcohol) 21 signifies the waning Kelly secured a lead role years of college and the beginportraying Porter Ricks in ning of a very real pursuit of the popular family-orient- what is to come next. The most ed action and adventure immediate stress by the end of television program Flip- my junior year at Georgetown per. Kelly went on to play in was the first step into the 'what movies including a lead role comes next' era: finding a sumin Around the World Under mer internship. The search for the Sea in 1966. In 1970 Kelly an internship eventually narwas injured in a motorcycle rowed to two great opportuniaccident while filming, which ties: working for a hedge fund resulted in his right arm and in Chicago, or with a startup leg being paralyzed. Kelly no company in La Grange, Mislonger acted after the accident souri. Obviously, the decision but continued to work in Hol- was difficult and the jobs themlywood. He served as execu- selves on different extremes – a tive producer of the cult-classic firmly established and large 1982 film Blade Runner and business in a major American served as associate producer of city or a malleable startup in Cities of the Wild in 1996. small-town America. EventualLiam Detwiller is the son of ly the opportunity in La Grange Peter and Julie Detwiller. He with Lewis County Press won has an older brother, Conor. out; it was too difficult to pass Liam has travelled extensively on a company I thought I and also studied abroad in Ire- could help mold, even in the land. His father works in ener- most modest of ways, and that gy conservation and his mother I could learn from by observis in education. His parents ing and hopefully obtaining the wanted their sons to experience skills and knowledge necessary many different cultures and to grow a business. get an understanding of how “Being the first corporate inpeople live and work. He has tern at a startup newspaper visited 38 countries and says company has been exciting and Egypt was his favorite. He has definitely has provided me with

Average annual wages in Missouri counties By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

Based on U.S. Census figures for 2013, the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center (MERIC) has calculated the average annual

wage paid in all 114 Missouri counties as well as the average hourly wage. MERIC has calculated the wages in two categories. One is wages paid in private employment only, while the second includes wages paid by private employers and gov-

ernment employers. The latter includes government workers as well as elected officials. When considering Barton County and the four surrounding Missouri counties, Jasper County has the highest annual see WAGES, page 2B

Lamar Democrat/Richard Cooper Nate Irvin, Democratic candidate for Fourth District Congressman, spoke to a small but friendly crowd, Sunday afternoon, beneath a large shade tree on the lawn of the Truman birthplace. He made several points clear to the gathering. There is too much money in politics. Campaign reform should include public financing of elections. The first two years of post-secondary education should be free. By 2050, we will have an energy and water shortage; therefore, Congress should invest in renewable sources of energy. The Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) has provided coverage to many who would otherwise not be insured. On gun control, he said, “I like guns.” Regarding the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), he said it should not hurt small businesses. The 25-year-old candidate is a native of Versailles and now makes his home in Columbia. He is a graduate of the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg.

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LAMAR-When we escape with a July of no 100-degree heat, people in southwest Missouri consider themselves fortunate. When temperatures were as cool as this year’s July, many were sent scrambling to weather record books to see how it stacked up with other rare

Julys of the past. Needless to say, it compared very favorably. Thanks to the help of National Weather Service meteorologist Jay Colucci in Springfield, we found that it was among the coolest on record. In Springfield, the mean temperature was 74.2 degrees, making it the ninth coolest on record at that location. Joplin was cooler

yet, 4.8 degrees below average, which made it the fourth coolest on record in Joplin. Lamar was in line with Joplin, producing a mean temperature of 73.8 degrees, which was also 4.8 degrees cooler than the long term average. This marked the second consecutive year that July has been unseasonably cool. Nearly one-third of the

out here are so close to one another, that when they see someone they do not recognize, such as myself, they perceive the foreigner not as a stranger but as someone they are interested in meeting – and I have benefited greatly from such philosophy. A very big thank you to everyone who has made my time here what is was, who have kept me from the walls of my apartment and who have shown me this country from a different vantage point.” The staff at Lewis County Press and the Press-News Journal have enjoyed working with Liam and wish him well. He is a bright young man with much potential and has been an asset to the company. (Editor's note: Liam had the opportunity to visit Lamar, as well as Greenfield, last week and was a pleasure to get to know.)

LCP acquires The Vedette of Greenfield from New Media Investment Group Subscriber rural weekly added to newspaper portfolio

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A July to remember

a unique opportunity that appeals to my business interests and my English major – but the community I have worked with and lived in has been one of the greatest parts of this internship that I did not foresee. I love where I am from – the Boston area – but I couldn’t imagine moving from here to Boston without knowing anyone. The Midwest has welcomed me in a way I’m not sure the East Coast can – the day after I arrived in Quincy, Illinois, I was invited to a pickup basketball league, within the week I was playing Frisbee golf (completely new to me) with somebody I met while shopping at Walmart and by the month’s end a woman I met who runs the karaoke at the town’s bar was taking me to the Mark Twain Casino to play some penny slots. It almost seems as if the town residents

LAGRANGE and GREENFIELD-Lewis County Press, LLC, announces the acquisition of The Vedette of Greenfield, Missouri, a paid-weekly newspaper, and The Lake Stockton Shopper. Both publications serve Dade County in southwestern Missouri. The Vedette is Lewis County Press’ eighth newspaper acquisition in the past four years; the company continues to seek additional papers to expand its portfolio of rural, subscriber-based weekly newspapers. Marlene DeClue, editor and general manager, will continue to lead The Vedette as editor and publisher. Lavinia Thornhill and Cletis McConnell will also continue in their roles at the paper. Together, they will continue the paper’s focus on community journalism and local advertisers and will maintain a web presence for Dade County residents at www.GreenfieldVedette.com. “I am excited to be part of a growing group of community-focused newspapers who have invested in the technology needed for us to marry our small town news with residents who are local information consumers of print, mobile and high-speed Internet,” DeClue said. “No one in our community should notice any differences at first; any changes will be evolutionary

days of this July found temperatures no higher than the low 80s with gentle northerly breezes. In fact, there were 15 days with highs in the 80s, five only in the 70s, and one with a top reading of only 69 degrees. That was the 31st. Only 10 days were left with 90-degree temperatures, with one of them, the 27th, the highest for the month at 97.

and not revolutionary.” Payne Schoen, Lewis County Press chief operating officer, said the news company looked forward to additional acquisitions, including two additional newspapers that are under letter of intent and a pipeline of other potential deals. “We are happy to add Marlene to our team of community newspaper leaders,” Schoen said. “Lewis County Press takes on the hassles of newspaper production – the technology, the billing, the subscription management – and we count on the local newspaper leaders to deliver the special sauce of community news and advertising.” About Lewis County Press, LLC Lewis County Press, headquartered in LaGrange, MO, is the parent of the DeWitt EraEnterprise, Arkansas County, AR; The Lamar Democrat, Barton County, MO; The Vedette, Dade County, MO; The Messenger of Juneau County, Juneau County, WI; the PressNews Journal, Lewis County, MO; the Macon County Home Press, Macon County, MO; the Monroe County Appeal, Monroe County, MO; and the Ralls County Herald-Enterprise, Ralls County, MO. Our mission is to strengthen communities by delivering proprietary local news and editorial supported by advertising and subscriptions.

There were a remarkable 10 nights when the low temperature dropped into the 50s. Two records were broken. On the third, 52 degrees broke the previous record of 53 that had stood since 1959, and on the 16th, 50 degrees shattered the old record of 56 back in 1967. Precipitation was another story. July produced only 2.17 inches,

two inches below the long term average of 4.17. Of that amount, 1.10 inches were recorded on the 31st. For the first seven months of 2014, total precipitation comes to 16.01 inches, which is a deficiency of nearly 10 inches. Historically, August has not been a producer of very large amounts of precipitation. The long term average is only 3.65 inches.

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Facing tough moments By JACK SLADE lean on your own underCornerstone Southern standing. In all your ways Baptist Church acknowledge Him and He will make your paths When dealing with straight." (Proverbs 3:5difficult circumstances, 6) Have you acknowlwe’re not always sure edged God in your curhow to react. We want to rent circumstances and say and do all the right in the decisions you have things, but in our human to make, or are you relyweakness and heartaches ing on your own thoughts we often fall short of and ideas on how to hanwhat we had in mind. We dle things? God gives may say things we really wisdom generously and don't mean, or do things graciously when we turn that only make matters to Him and ask: Lord, worse. Then there are the what would You have decisions needing to be me to do? Where would made: What should I do You have me to go?" He with this extra money I promises to give you His got? Is surgery or chemo- wisdom and to guide therapy best? Can we re- you, if you will just ask. build our home or busi- Proverbs 3:13 says, "How ness, or should we start blessed is the man who over somewhere new? finds wisdom and the Where will I work? How man who gains underwill we make it in a new standing." place where everything is Wisdom will enable totally unfamiliar? you to honor God in "Trust in the Lord with everything you say and all your heart and do not do regarding your cir-

cumstances. Wisdom will safely guide you in every decision you have to make. And wisdom will help to move you and your family towards healing, wholeness, and restoration. It's time to take back your life! What are some of the tough decisions you are facing? Psalms 32:8: I will instruct you and teach you in the way which you should go; I will counsel you with My eye upon you." Have you asked God to guide you in making your decisions? The following scriptures will help you know and find that which God will impart His wisdom to you. Through the Bible: Psalms 119:105,"Your word is lamp unto my feet and a light to my path." Through wise

counsel (A pastor, teacher, Christian counselor, a Godly friend or relative). Through prayer: Jeremiah 33:3, "Call to me and I will answer you and I will tell you great and mighty things which you do not know." Through the Holy Spirit" Romans 8:14, "For all who are being led by the Holy Spirit

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of God, these are the sons of God." Through your spirit: Isaiah 30:21, "Your ears will hear a word behind you, "This is the way, walk in it, whenever you turn to the right or to the left." Pray and ask God for His wisdom and guidance. Ask Him what He would have you do in

each decision you are facing and to make clear the path that He wants you to take. Scriptures: Psalm 37:33; Proverbs 16:16; James 3:13-17. But, if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him. (James 1:5).

sonality. If we look at Paul, he aggressively fought for whatever he believed, when he was against Christians he was vehemently against them and when he became for Christ he was willing to sacrifice life and liberty to serve him. Paul's passion for life and his beliefs never changed, just his actions the same with all Christ's converts they never quit

being who they were, they just walk a different path. Everyone was given the same command in scripture to go forth and proclaim the gospel, but if each of us was to proclaim it in the same manner using the same methods, think of all the people who'd be left out. Today God told me to tell you who you are just be for Him and where he calls you to be

He was transported to the Barton County Jail and incarcerated. After his release, and several hours later, Avila was again contacted and he was found again to be highly intoxicated. He was detained a second time on a 12 hour protective hold due to his intoxication level. * An incident of vehicle tampering was reported July 15 in the 600 block of E. 10th St. The callers 2007 Chevrolet Trail Blazer had been damaged when someone apparently tried to enter it. Damage was done to the door seals. The perpetrator also removed and took the windshield wiper blades and replaced them with smaller ones. The in-

vestigation into this matter will continue. * Arrested July 15 on a Barton County warrant issued on a charge of failure to appear on a traffic charge was Rebecca Lynn Wheeler, 42, Lamar. Wheeler was transported from the 800 block of Poplar St. to the Barton County Jail where she was processed and turned over to jail staff for bonding. * A burglary was reported August 16 in the 600 block of Mill St. The residents of a home re-

God told me to tell you... By JASON SPENCE

This week God told me to tell you it's time to be who you are and be proud of it. In the Bible, we are told countless times that who we are is good enough, even when a change was required of someone, however the change required was always their actions, not their per-

LAMAR POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT * An incident of shoplifting was reported July 10 at the Walmart store. The suspects in the attempted shoplifting had fled the parking lot and were eventually stopped by Barton County sheriff ’s deputy and a Lamar officer at Jasper. After investigating the incident and looking at the store video, an arrest was made. Arrested for shoplifting was Savea Nichole Sparks, 26, Tulsa, Okla. Also arrested was the driver of the van that Sparks was in, William Lee Neill, 42 Walthill, Neb. Neill was arrested by Barton County on a charge of felony driving under revocation. The third individual was released at the scene. Seized at the time of the stop was roughly $600 worth of property. Since the stop a little under $500 worth of property was found to have been shoplifted from the Nevada Walmart. This information has been forwarded on to Nevada for the possible filing of charges against two of the subjects from the stop. Sparks was processed, posted bond and was released. Neill was incarcerated in the Barton County Jail on state charges.

* A two vehicle accident was reported to have occurred July 10 in the 1000 block of Gulf St. on the Lamar square. According to statements taken at the time, this accident occurred as one of the vehicles was traveling south on Gulf and the other vehicle was parked. The parked vehicle began to back and the driver’s vision was blocked by another vehicle that was parked next to him. He did not see the southbound vehicles and struck it as it passed. No injuries were reported at the time of this collision. * A 15 year old runaway was reported July 10 to the police. He was later located in Carthage. Information concerning this juvenile was forwarded on to the Juvenile office in Nevada for further action. * Arrested July 11 on a City of Nevada warrant was Dalacey Dawn Norcross, 26, Lamar. Norcross was processed and turned over to jail staff for bonding. * While investigating an assault complaint in the 1000 block of Truman St. on July 11, an arrest was made. Arrested on a warrant issued out of Crawford County, Kansas

was Patrick Kelly Sheat, 31, Lamar. Sheat was transported to the Barton County Jail where he was processed and turned over to jail staff for bonding. * Two tires and wheels were reportedly stolen July 12 in the 800 block of E. 17th St. The tires and wheels had been sitting next to a garage. * Officers were called July 12 to the 1100 block of Truman St. on the report of a person there who needed to be placed on a 96 hour committal. Officers arrived and spoke to the subject in question and they wound up taking him to Barton County Memorial Hospital. The male, a 25 year old, was transported from the hospital once he was medically cleared and taken to New Beginnings in Nevada for the evaluation. * Officers were called July 13 to the 1700 block of College St. on the report of a domestic assault. All parties who were still present were spoken to and the other parties, who had left the scene, were located and statements taken from them also. No arrests were made at the time. The case was later presented

to the prosecuting attorney, who failed to file a formal charge. * Webb City Police notified the Lamar Police on July 13 that they were in contact with one Heather Marie Bowman, 26, Webb City, who had an active Lamar City warrant issued on a charge of failure to appear. Bowman was transferred from Webb City to Carthage on yet another warrant and she was subsequently transported from Carthage to Lamar. Bowman was able to post a bond and was released from the Barton County Jail. * Three 14 year old males were picked up July 14 in the 700 block of Parry St. on a curfew violation and were transported to the Barton County sheriff ’s office so that their parents and the juvenile authorities could be notified. All parents were called and the children were turned over to their parents. * Officers were called on July 14 to the Lamar Travel Plaza, on the report of an intoxicated male on their premises. Contact was made with Jerry Avila, 47, Lamar. Avila was found to be highly intoxicated and was taken into custody and placed on a 12 hour protective hold.

wage of $25.65. With public and private employees combined, its annual wage drops slightly to $52,680, and its hourly wage to $25.53. Scoring even higher is St. Louis City with an annual private employment wage of $54,317 and an hourly wage of $26.11. With government employees and officials added, St. Louis City has an annual wage of $53,613 and an hourly wage of $25.78. Technically, St. Louis City is not a county. Under the Missouri Constitution, it is a self-governing entity. The statewide average annual private employment wage is $43,438, with an hourly wage of $20.88. When govern-

ment workers and officials are added, the statewide figures drop to $43,061 and $20.70.

Wages, continued from page 1B wage at $36,489 with an hourly wage of $17.54. When all wages, public and private, are considered, Jasper County’s annual wage is fractionally lower, $36,287, with an hourly wage of $17.45. Vernon County has an annual private employment wage of $32,812 and an hourly wage of $15.78. With government employment added, Vernon County’s average annual wage drops slightly to $32,712 and its hourly wage to $15.73. Dade County has an annual private employment wage of $26,933 with an hourly wage of $12.95. Include government workers and officials, and Dade County’s annual wage drops to $25,989

with an hourly wage of $12.49. Barton County shows an annual private employment wage of $25,199 and an hourly wage of $12.11. Add government workers and officials, and Barton County’s annual wage goes to $26,832 and its hourly wage to $12.90. Cedar County has an annual private employment wage of $22,603 with an hourly wage of $10.87. Add government employees and officials, and Cedar County’s annual wage rises to $24,976 and its hourly wage to $12.01. The county with the highest annual private employment wage is St. Louis County with $53,357 and an hourly

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GALE EUGENE “GENE” GARDNER RURAL SHELDONGraveside services were held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Olive Branch Cemetery in Milo for Gale Eugene “Gene” Gardner, 92, rural Sheldon, who died Sunday, Aug. 3, 2014, at his home. Rev. Lester Lowrey officiated. Arrangements were under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Memorial contributions may be made to the Olive Branch Cemetery Association, in care of the funeral home. The obituary may be viewed and condolences sent online at www.ferryfuneralhome.com. Survivors include two daughters, Nahwana Maslen and husband Johnny, El Dorado Springs and Karma Curtis and Jack Sportsman, Lamar; a son, Jim Gardner and wife Sheila, Branson; 11 grandchildren, Justin, Karla, Bobby, Kim, Jimmy, Shane, Rachel, Shannon, Chandler and Lexa; 20 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Fontella Brown, Des Moines, Iowa, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie; a son, George E. Gardner; three brothers, Harold Gardner, Tom Gardner and William Gardner and three sisters, Della Wescoat, Ruby McIntosh and Clovis Armstrong. Mr. Gardner was born May 10, 1922, to John

Warren and Nancy (Hamm) Gardner. He was reared on a farm near Milford and went to school in Milford. On his eighth birthday his dad was going outside to plant corn. He told his dad that he could do that and he started working that day. He said he has always enjoyed working. On Nov. 7, 1942, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and received training as an airplane and engine mechanic in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was transported by train from Las Vegas to the East Coast and departed by ship on Oct. 21, 1943, arriving in England on Nov. 3, 1943. He was stationed in Blackpool, England and later in Erding, Germany. He served with the European Theatre for 32 months and earned the title of Staff Sergeant. He received a European African Middle Eastern Theatre Ribbon, WWII Victory Medal, Good Conduct Medal and five overseas bars. He married Bonnie Finch when he returned home and they made their home in Panhandle, Texas. In 1952 he was called back into service. Bonnie and Gene sold their home in Panhandle, packed their possessions and started the move back to Missouri. They didn’t make it very far when they got the news that Gene did not need to report to the Armed Service. Since they were already on their way, they continued their trip to Missouri and bought the farm where they remained for the rest of their lives. On the farm he enjoyed baling hay and caring for the cattle they raised. Mr. Gardner worked road construction for many years. He was a member of Operating Engineers Union and worked on many different crews, building roads and other construction projects. He was the first dozer into the area, which later became Stockton Lake. He worked on the construction of the Northpark Mall in Joplin and was also part of the crew that built the berm on the Missouri River near the St. Louis Arch. He was a member of the Montevallo Masons and later transferred to Stockton when the Montevallo chapter closed. He had a special relationships with many. He had a big heart and let others know how important they were to him.

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and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert in 1998; a sonin-law, James King; two sisters, Louise Quillin and LuAlice Joyce and a brother, Loyd Strong.

LOIS FAST LIBERAL-A memorial service was held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Barton City Cemetery for Lois Pearl Strong Fast, 85, Liberal, who died Monday, Aug. 4, 2014, at Truman Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Lamar, where she had been a resident for approximately a year. Arrangements were under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home, Lamar. Memorial contributions may be made to the D.O.G.S. Foundation. The obituary may be viewed and condolences left at www.konantzwarden.com. Mrs. Fast was born Sept. 2, 1928, in Hannon, to Ralph Monroe and Ruth Eileen (Compton) Strong. She grew up in Iantha and the state of California and was a Liberal High School graduate. She married Robert William Fast in 1946. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Liberal. She and her husband Bob were active members in the Liberal community, where they reared their family, Connie Louise Fast King, Chris Fast Lovan and Robert William Fast, Jr. Mrs. Fast was a trained and nurturing Licensed Practical Nurse. She had worked as a surgical nurse at both Mt. Carmel Hospital in Pittsburg, Kan. and Barton County Memorial Hospital in Lamar. She continued her career as a staff nurse for Drs. Arnold, Carroll and Kneeland. Mrs. Fast was a kind and loving wife, mother and friend. When she was down she often turned to baking and would deliver delicious cookies and muffins to the businesses of Liberal. She truly believed in “paying it forward” to others and often used her energy and resources in random acts of kindness. In addition to her children, she is survived by a daughter-in-law, Sally Fast, who she loved as her own; five grandchildren

MENU BARTON COUNTY SENIOR CENTER LUNCH MENU: August 18-22 MONDAYBaked and gravy, pears, cofchicken, hominy, juice, fee/tea/milk. cinnamon apples, hot THURSDAY- Birthroll, ice cream sandwich, day dinner, oven fried coffee/tea/milk. chicken, mashed poTUESDAY- Spaghetti tatoes and gravy, butwith meat sauce, dark tered peas and carrots, green leafy salad, Har- wheat roll, birthday vard beets, whole wheat cake with fruit, coffee/ roll, fresh grapes, coffee/ tea/milk. tea/milk. FRIDAYCook's WEDNESDAY- Sau- choice, entree, vegsage patties, oven hash etable/fruit, bread, desbrowns, juice, biscuits sert, coffee/tea/milk.

CECIL BRYAN EARP, JR. CAMDEN, Ark.-A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Proctor Funeral Home in Camden for Cecil Bryan Earp, Jr., 81, Camden, who died Friday, Aug. 8, 2014, with his loving wife, Maxine M. Earp, by his side. Burial will take place with full military honors in Lamar, Mo. on Saturday, Aug. 16. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund. The obituary may be viewed and condolences sent online at www.proctorfuneralhome.com. Survivors include his wife, Maxine M. Earp, of the home and four children, Judy Earp, Julie Earp Rodriguez, David Earp and John Earp. He is also survived by three step grandchildren; one great grandchild and four step great grandchildren. Mr. Earp was born May 8, 1933 and was a graduate of Lamar High School. He received his Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Southern Illinois University. He was a Korean and Vietnam War Veteran of the U.S.A.F. He honorably retired after 22 years of dedicated service. He was very active in the American Legion, serving as an Arkansas State Department Executive Committeeman. He was also active in the VFW and the Forty and Eight. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church and of the Gideon Society. He was well known around town as an avid marathon runner and volunteer track coach at Camden Fairview High School for many years. He also ran in many local 5 and 10k races. His last race was in Camden on July 4 of this year.

LOLA FAYE (MCCULLICK) AMICK EL DORADO SPRINGS-Services were held at 2 p.m. Monday at Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home for Lola Faye (McCullick) Amick, 81, El Dorado Springs, who died Thursday, Aug. 7, 2014, at Cedar County Memorial Hospital. Rev. James Coleman officiatsee DEATHS, page 4B

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF LAMAR will host the movie, “God’s Not Dead”, at the Plaza Theatre during the Lamar Free Fair. The free movie will be shown Saturday, Aug. 23, 3 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 24, 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. STOP BY THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH booth at the Lamar Free Fair for ice cold water and a clean, private place to change your baby’s diapers. The booth will be set up on the south side of the square by the post office and will be open Thursday and Friday evenings and Saturday from 12 noon to 10 p.m. VFW POST 3691 AND LADIES AUXILIARY will meet Monday, Aug. 25, 7:30 p.m., in the basement of Lamar Memorial Hall. A potluck supper will be held before the meeting at 6:30 p.m. All veterans are welcome. THE BUSY BEE 4-H CLUB WILL HOST A small animal show in the American Legion lot during Lockwood’s September Days on Saturday, Sept. 20. The show is open to all youth ages 8-18, showing rabbits, poultry, goats and sheep. Ages 5-7 may participate for fun (poultry or rabbits only), but will not be judged. Check in begins at 8 a.m., with judging to start at 9 a.m. For information call Tony Crisamore at 417-235-2337 or Julie Terry at 417-880-2034. THE ANNUAL HIGGINS-HAGINS REUNION will be held Sunday, Aug. 31, 12 noon, at the Lamar City Park. A basket dinner will be served. Please bring a covered dish. Family members are encouraged to attend. RICHLAND TOWNSHIP TAX LEVY HEARING and Board meeting will be held Thursday, Aug. 21, 10 a.m., at 694 SE 40th Lane. THE MARY K. FINLEY LIBRARY WILL BE closing early Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 5:30 p.m., and will be closed all day on Saturday, Aug. 23, for the fair. SENATOR BLUNT’S STAFF WILL HOST a mobile office on Monday, Aug. 18, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Barton County Senior Center in Lamar. They will also be at the Barton County Courthouse on the same day, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Mobile offices are opportunities for Missourians who have an issue with a federal agency or needing additional assistance. For information call 573-442-8151. NASHVILLE TOWNSHIP WILL HOLD ITS Tax Levy Hearing on Monday, Aug. 18, 7 p.m., at the home of Rodney Overman, 899 SW 30th Rd., Liberal. THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY CENTRAL Committee reorganization meeting will be held Tuesday, Aug. 19, 6 p.m., in the small courtroom at the Barton County Courthouse. All Democrats are encouraged to attend. THE DADE COUNTY DEMOCRAT CLUB will meet Thursday, Aug. 14, 6 p.m., at the Greenfield Community Building in Greenfield. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. The guest speaker will be Bob Glenn, Democrat candidate for Dade County Presiding Commissioner. Finger foods will be brought by members. A brief business meeting will be held prior to the speaker, followed by a silent auction. For information call Velma Wood at 417424-3419. A CARD SHOWER IS BEING HELD FOR Thelma Pope, who will turn 98 on September 7. Cards can be sent to her at 337 SW 90th Rd., Jasper, Mo. 64755. JASPER SURVIVING SPOUSES WILL meet Wednesday, Aug. 13, 11:15 a.m., for lunch at the Barton County Senior Center in Lamar. Games will be played following lunch. Bring a school article for young students needing school supplies. Also bring a school picture, the first grade and senior picture. All widows and widowers are welcome to join. GOLDEN CITY ELEMENTARY BACK to School Night will be held Thursday, Aug. 14, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., for students in kindergarten through sixth grade. This will be a time for students to find their classrooms, meet their teachers, bring in P.E. shoes and school supply money and for parents to learn more about the Parent Portal of the Lumen program. THE OWEN FAMILY REUNION WILL BE held Sunday, Aug. 17, at the Barton County Senior Center, 306 W. 11th St., Lamar. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. MILFORD TOWNSHIP WILL HOLD A TAX Levy Hearing on Thursday, Aug. 14, 7 p.m., at 515 NE 88th Lane, Lamar. THE UNION TOWNSHIP WILL HOLD ITS annual Tax Rate Hearing on Monday, Aug. 18, 7 p.m., at 501 NW 45th Lane. DIXIE ECHOES WILL BE IN CONCERT Sunday, Aug. 24, 10:30 a.m., at the Milford Christian Church, 758 East Hwy. C. The public is invited to attend. THE LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1953 fair breakfast will be held Saturday, Aug. 23, 9 a.m., at Denny’s in Lamar. FIBER ART GUILD WILL MEET MONDAY, Aug. 18, 8 a.m., for breakfast at Denny’s. Roll call will be a fair memory. The group will decorate the fair window between 9 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Bring items to be displayed. For information call Kathy at 682-5090. BARTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT will give immunizations every Wednesday, as well as Thursday, Aug. 14, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For information call 417-682-3363. PRAIRIE STATE PARK WILL HOLD ITS Prairie Jubilee on Saturday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The park is located at 128 NW 150th Lane in Mindenmines. For information call 417-843-6711. THE GOOD SAMARITAN IS AT AN emergency level of non-perishable foods. Donations of canned goods of corn, green beans, peas, tomatoes, beans of any kind, tuna, salmon, ham, canned meats of any kind and canned fruit are welcomed. A TAX RATE HEARING WILL BE HELD Monday, Aug. 18, 7 p.m., at the Lamar Middle School Library, 202 W. 7th St. see BRIEFS, page 4B

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THE GOULDS WILL BE IN CONCERT AT the First Christian Church, 901 Golden Ave., Golden City, on Friday, Aug. 15, beginning at 7 p.m. For information call the church office at 417-537-4404 or visit the Gould’s website at www.gouldsmusic.com. THE MAYFIELD FAMILY REUNION WILL be held Sunday, Aug. 17, at the Lamar City Park. A basket dinner will be held round 1 p.m. The family will also meet at the park on Saturday, Aug. 16, 6:30 p.m. Bring snacks. MASTER GARDENERS WILL HOLD A 10 week intensive horticulture course on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from August 26 to September 25. Times are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Lamar or 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Greenfield. The cost is $135 per person or $225 per couple. Registration is due by August 21. For information or to register call the Barton County Extension at 417-682-3579 or Dade County Extension, 417-637-2112. THE 33RD ANNUAL THORCO-FCA LAMARWalk-Run will be held Saturday, Aug. 23, 7:30 a.m. This event is held in conjunction with the Lamar Free Fair, with registration beginning at 6:30 a.m. At the corner of 8th and Broadway. The race will begin there and finish at 9th and Broadway. Awards will be given in each division for first, second and third places. The first 100 entrants registered before the race begins will be guaranteed a shirt. For information contact Ann Landrum at 417-682-2254 or 417-682-8758. THE 10TH STREET COMMUNITY FARMERS’ Market is open Wednesdays, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. THE 2014 LAMAR FREE FAIR DATES have been set for August 16-23.

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IN THE 28TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI Judge or Division: JAMES R BICKEL In the Interest of: ZMS BRANDI MCINROY, Juvenile Officer, Plaintiff vs. FELICIA SHEPHERD, Mother and RICHARD PORTER, II, Father, Defendants Notice Upon Order for Service by Publication Termination of Parental Rights The State of Missouri to defendant, Felicia Shepherd, mother, of the above-named juvenile. You are notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Barton County, State of Missouri, at LAMAR, the object and general nature of which is the termination of your parental rights in and to the above-named juvenile. You are further notified, pursuant to Section 211.462.2 RSMo, of your right to have counsel, and if you request council and are financially unable to employ counsel, counsel shall be appointed by the Court. The names of all the parties to said action are stated above in the caption

hereof and the name and address of the plaintiff is Brandi McElroy, Juvenile Office, 100 W. Cherry, Ste. 9, Nevada, MO 64772. You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within forty-five (45) days after 8-13-14, judgment by default will be rendered against you. Witness my hand and seal of the Circuit Court at 1:30 p.m. on 7-15-14. s-Karen Hines, Clerk 7-23,30,8-6,13-4tc TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Walter Dennis Watson, a single man single man Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Walter Dennis Watson, a single man single man dated September 20, 2002 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Barton County, Missouri in Book 478, Page 644 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 4:55

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ed. Burial was in Pleasant Springs Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant Springs Cemetery or Love Cemetery, in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at blandhackleman.com. Survivors include five children, Diana Stiver, Springfield, Eldon Amick, Ronald Amick and wife Anita and Beverly Cunningham and husband George, all of El Dorado

Springs and Sandy Davey and husband Larry, Iantha; three brothers, Leo McCullick and wife Joann, Bob McCullick and wife Joleen and Wayne McCullick and wife Linda; two sisters, Leila Jones and Wanda Worthington and husband Wayne, all of El Dorado Springs; 11 grandchildren; 14 greatgrandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Le-

roy McCullick; a sisterin-law, Edith McCullick and a brother-in-law, Jim Jones. Mrs. Amick was born July 10, 1933, in St. Clair County, to John Alvin and Lorena Marie (Ellerman) McCullick. As a young girl she attended Green Valley School and later was a 1950 graduate of El Dorado Springs High School. She and her husband reared five children on a farm in Cedar County. Family was very important to her. She enjoyed

ported that when they got up that morning they found a door open. There were some markings on the door jam and on the door seal, but nothing was taken from the home. The reporting party also said that someone had cut the lead on their dog. * A vehicle was reported stolen on July 15, from the 1700 block of Broadway. The residents of the

home had moved out and someone in a white Dodge truck had come and towed away an inoperable vehicle that belonged to the residents. * Arrested July 17 at the Barton County Jail on a Lamar municipal warrant was Michael Allen Jones, 18, Lamar. Jones was processed, posted a bond and was released. * Barton County Me-

morial Hospital notified the Lamar Police Department on July 17 that they had a 62 year old patient who needed to be placed on a 96 hour committal. The subject was later transported to Senior Serenity in Joplin for evaluation. * An attempted theft was reported July 17 at Castle’s Shoe Repair, located on the north side of

the square. Three young boys attempted to steal some ammunition and were caught by the owner. * Arrested July 18 on a felony warrant issued out of the Labette County, Kansas Circuit Court was Amber Dawn Newton, 27, Lamar. Newton was transported to the Barton County Jail where she was turned over to jail staff for bonding.

PM), at the West Front Door of the Court House, City of Lamar, County of Barton, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Barton County, State of Missouri, to wit: ALL OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION TWELVE (12), TOWNSHIP THIRTY (30), RANGE THIRTY-THREE (33),[IN BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI] SUBJECT TO ANY EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS AND RIGHT OF WAYS OF RECORD. [THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN BRACKETS HAS

BEEN ADDED TO MORE ACCURATELY REFLECT THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION] to satisfy said debt and cost. MILLAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 157445.081314.327186 FC NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt

Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt

collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any

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the times she spent with family and friends. She was a great mom, grandmother and great-grandmother, having time for each of her family members. If you have ever been in her home, you could tell this by the numerous pictures she had on display. In her later years, she attended Blue Ridge Church until her health prevented it. She married George Eugene Amick and they were married 24 years before his death in 1978.

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Consolidated Public Water Supply District No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, MO, P.O. Box 586, 1009 East 11th Street, Lamar, MO 64759. Separate sealed BIDS for the construction of: Verdella Area Water Distribution System Improvements will be received by C.P.W.S.D. No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, MO, at the office of C.P.W.S.D. No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, MO, P.O. Box 586, 1009 East 11th Street, Lamar, MO 64759 until 10:30 AM local time on August 26, 2014, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. The CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be examined at the following locations: Bartlett & West, Inc., 1719 Southridge Drive, Suite 100, Jefferson City, MO 65109 and Office of C.P.W.S.D. No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, MO. Copies of the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be obtained at the office of Bartlett & West, Inc., 1719 Southridge Drive, Suite 100, Jefferson City, MO 65109 upon payment of $150.00 for each set. Any BIDDER or non bidder, upon returning the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS fifteen (15) days after the date of bid opening and in good condition, will be refunded $75.00. Bidders on this work will be required to comply with the President’s Executive Order Number 11246. Requirements for bidders and contractors under this order are explained in the specifications. Bartlett & West, Inc. 1719 Southridge Drive, Suite 100 Jefferson City, MO 65109 Phone: (573) 634-3181 Fax: (573) 634-7904

Consolidated Public Water Supply District No. 1 of Barton, Dade, Cedar and Jasper Counties, MO P.O. Box 586, 1009 East 11th Street Lamar, MO 64759 Phone: (417) 682-3401 Fax: (417) 682-3038 7-23,30,8-6,13-4tc

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of: G.G.M. dob: 2010 A female minor child under the age of 17, Case No. 14B4-PR00046. NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO: BAYLEIGH GWEN MASTERSON and BOBBY MASTERS: You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri, General Division, the object and general nature of which is guardianship of above minor child. The names of all parties to said action are stated in the above caption thereof, and the name and address of the attorney is: Belinda S. Elliston, 114 West 10th Street, Lamar, MO 64759. You are further notified that unless you file an answer to the pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petition within forty-five (45) days after August 6, 2014, judgment by default will be rendered against you. WITNESSTH my hand and the seal of the Court on July 29, 2014. s-JANET B. MAUPIN, Circuit Clerk 8-6,13,20,27-4tc

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of SHARON K. GARFIELD, DECEASED, ESTATE NO. 14B4-PR00014 NOTICE OF LETTERS GRANTED To all persons interested in the Estate of SHARON K. GARFIELD, On March 12, 2014, MARK GARFIELD was appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of SHARON K. GARFIELD, deceased, by the Probate Division of Barton County, Missouri. The business address of the Personal Representative is 1204 E. 12th Street, Lamar, Missouri 64759 and the personal representative’s attorney is JAMES V. NICHOLS, 206 WEST 10TH STREET, LAMAR, MISSOURI of NICHOLS & NICHOLS. All creditors of the decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such IN THE CIRCUIT two-month period do not COURT OF BARTON extend the limitation period COUNTY, MISSOURI that would bar claims one PROBATE DIVISION year after the decedent’s IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN death, as provided in section L. BREWER, DECEASED, 473.444, RSMo, or any Estate No.13B4-PR00074 NOTICE OF FILING other applicable limtation OF FINAL periods. Nothing in section SETTLEMENT 473.033, RSMo, shall be AND PETITION FOR construed to bar any action

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Cards of Thanks We would like to thank everyone for all they did for our family during Willard’s illness and passing. Your many acts of thoughtfulness and kindness were greatly appreciated and will always be remembered. May God bless you all. The family of Willard Ison Thank you Milford Christian Church, friends and neighbors for the food, flowers and cards during my accident and the death of my brother. Sincerely, Jean Buzzard Special Notices

against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent’s death was March 5, 2014. Date of first publication is August 6, 2014. s-Charles D. Curless, Judge 8-6,13,20,27-4tc

Narcotics Anonymous Meetings - Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., 1104 Alcoholics Anony- Broadway, Memorial mous meets every Hall Basement. Sunday, 5 p.m., in the basement of Lamar Services Offered Memorial Hall, 1104 Broadway. All meetings are nonsmoking. Appliance Repair. Ap-

DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN L. BREWER, Deceased: Case No. 13B4-PR00074. You are hereby notified that the undersigned Personal Representative will file a Final Settlement and Petition for determination of the persons who are the successors in interest to the personal/real property of the decedent and of the extent and character of their interest therein and for distribution of such property, in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri, on September 8, 2014 or as may be continued by the Court, and that any objections or exceptions to such Final Settlement or Petition or any item thereof must be in writing and filed within twenty days after the filing of such Final Settlement. JAMES V. NICHOLS NICHOLS & NICHOLS 201 West 10th Street Lamar, Missouri (417) 682-6003 JESSICA BREWER

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Personal Representative 8-6,13,20,27-4tc NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of that certain note secured by Deed of Trust executed by Ray Hayden and/or Joan Hayden, his wife, dated May 14, 2008 and recorded on June 17, 2008 as Document No. 2008883, Office of Recorder of Deeds, Barton County, Missouri. The Successor Trustee will on September 4, 2014, between the hours of 9:00 o’clock A.M. and 5:00 P.M. more particularly at 12:00PM, at the Barton County Courthouse, 1007 Broadway, West door, Lamar, MO 64759, sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash, the following real estate: Lot 1 and lot 4 of Ketcham’s Addition to Golden City, Barton County, Missouri. Except the North 120 feet of lot 1 of Ketcham’s Addition to the City, in Barton County, Missouri. Also except the South 60 feet of lot 1 and the North

clothing. Miscellaneous For Sale

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40 feet of lot 4, Ketcham’s Addition to the City, in Barton County, Missouri. 1208 Clinton, Golden City, MO 64748 For the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness and the costs of executing this trust. S&W Foreclosure Corporation Successor Trustee Pub Commences August 13, 2014 S&K File No.14-024772 By: Shapiro & Kreisman, LLC www.shapiroattorneys.com/ mo Purported address: 1208 Clinton, Golden City, MO 64748 8-13,20,27,9-3-4tc Richland Township Tax Levy Hearing & Board meeting will be held Thursday, Aug. 21, 10 a.m., at 694 SE 40th Lane. 8-13,20-2tc Nashville Township will hold their Tax Levy Hearing on Monday, Aug. 18, 7 p.m., at the home of Rodney Overman, 899 SW 30th Rd., Liberal, MO. 8-13-1tc

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Learn A Do 4-H receives first at Gold Buckle Extravaganza Pictured are, back row, left to right, George Weber, Lauren Morgan, Chase McKibben, Kelsie Morgan, Halle Miller, Trent Morgan, Tony Morgan, Caitlyn Moreno; front row, Mason Brown, Connor Brown, Stetson Wiss, Zaverie Wiss, Matthew Morgan, Kinder Standley, Brandon Overman, Addison Brown, Marcy Miller, Lily Weber, Payden Nolting and Lakin Standley. Learn A Do 4-H Club received first place at the Gold Buckle Extravaganza team events, held July 17-19, at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. Club members from Lamar and Liberal participated in team events on Jr., Intermediate and Senior divisions. The events included a stockmen's contest, team sales, photography contest, livestock

judging, showmanship and exhibition of animals. The 4-H club with the most accumulated points was presented a check for $150 and each participant re-

ceived individual recognition. The Gold Buckle Extravaganza Team says, “It's All About The Kids”. This signature event of the Ozark Empire Fair Founda-

Stockpiling tall fescue By LOGAN WALLACE University Extension Livestock Specialist

While most of you are just thinking about how much hay was put up, now is the time to begin planning for wintering the cow herd. Stockpiling tall fescue is a management tool that can play a big role in keeping the cost down. According to the hay budget produced by University of Missouri, the projected value of fescue hay is $60.86 per ton of dry matter, while the value for pasture is $26.51 per ton of dry matter. That difference in prices can play a large role in the profitability of the herd. The planning for stockpiling fescue needs to start in the next couple weeks to maximize the production. The first step to planning for stockpiling is to determine how much land to allocate. As a general rule, one acre can sustain a cow for 65-90 days with typical growing conditions. The second step is to prepare the pastures by either grazing or clipping to three to six inches by mid to late August. After the mature growth

has been removed, apply 40–60 pounds of nitrogen fertilizer per acre. Once fertilized, shut the gates and leave the pasture alone until mid-December. The amount of days that one can get out of their stockpile depends on the density of the stand and amount of management put into grazing. The yield of stockpile will vary on the height and density of the stand of fescue; one inch over an acre will yield 150-250 pounds for a low density stand, 250-350 pounds for a medium density stand and 350-450 pounds for a high density stand. Efficiency of cows harvesting stockpiled fescue varies from 30-35 percent when continuously grazed, 4050 percent when rotated weekly and 65-70 percent harvest efficiency when strip grazed on a three day rotation. The strip grazing concept is taught in grazing schools and utilizes portable electric fencing to allocate the amount of forage that the cattle will consume in a desired time, usually one to three days. Another plus of stockpiled tall fescue is the high forage quality. The

crude protein (CP) level of the stockpile can be as high as 14 percent CP in December when beginning to feed and may still be at 12 percent CP in February. Those levels of protein will meet the needs of both the drypregnant cow and the lactating fall-calving cow. Putting all of this together, 10 inches of growth of a medium density stand (300 pounds per inch) would give: 10 inch x 300 pounds equals 3,000 pounds per acre. A dry cow on the high quality fescue will consume 2.3 percent of body weight in dry matter, meaning a 1,250 pound cow will consume 0.023 x 1250 pounds equals 28.75 pounds of forage each day. If we are strip grazing the stockpile and get 70 percent harvest efficiency, there will be 0.70 x 3,000 pounds equals 2,100 pounds of forage available. That gives an estimate of 2,100 pounds forage per acre / 28.75 pounds day per cow equals 73 cow days per acre. That many days of grazing will go a long way in reducing the amount of hay being fed and hopefully lower winter feed cost.

Twenty-eight farms in southwest Missouri named Century Farms SPRINGFIELD-The Missouri Century Farm Program annually recognizes Missouri farms that are still productive and have been in the same family for 100 years or more. The newest additions to the Century Farm list were announced in mid-July and included 28 farms in southwest Missouri. The following is a list of new area Century Farms organized by county, showing the primary contact for the Century Farm nomination, original owners, relationship to current owners, the acreage qualifying and the year it was first farmed by the family. Barton County, Paul Crabtree, Samuel William Crabtree, great-great-

grandfather, 160, 1881; Dade County, M Louise Rush, Elwood and Agnes Rush, grandparents, 240, 1897; Jasper County, Robert Rees, Freeman and Sarah Rees, greatgrandparents, 240, 1905. In 2008 the Missouri Farm Bureau joined MU Extension and the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources as a program sponsor. Applicants certified as owners of a Missouri Century Farm are recognized by the MU Extension center in the county where the farm is located. Applicants are presented with a sign and a certificate at various county events. Since Missouri began the program in 1976, more than 8,000 century

farms have been recognized. To qualify for Century Farm status, a single family must have owned the farm for 100 consecutive years. The line of ownership from the original settler or buyer may be through children, grandchildren, siblings and nephews or nieces, including through marriage or adoption. The farm must be at least 40 acres of the original land acquisition and make a financial contribution to the overall farm income. For application forms and information call MU Extension Publications toll free at 1-800-2920969, contact the local MU Extension center or visit the program website at http://extension.missouri.edu/centuryfarm.

tion was first held in 2004 and its primary purpose is to recognize the efforts of Southwest Missouri 4-H and FFA livestock exhibitors who have qualified for

the auction and to award youth grants and scholarships. Since the event's inception, nearly $600,000 has been awarded to kids.

Morgan attends State FFA Leadership Camp KAISER-Tony Morgan from the Lamar FFA Chapter attended the State FFA Leadership Camp from June 30 through July 4. The camp, sponsored by the Missouri FFA Association, was held at Camp Rising Sun located within the Lake of the Ozarks State Park. The institute provides leadership training for over 1200 high school students who are members of FFA across Missouri every year. The high school students are trained by State FFA officers as well as a leadership director who is a past State FFA officer. Students learn how to overcome obstacles and develop their communication

and personal skills. During his time at FFA Leadership Camp, Morgan was the camp treasurer, which “made my first camp experience that much better than it would have been.” Tony also received first place in the Conservation SAE contest while attending the camp. Tony is the Lamar FFA president and senior this school year.

The National FFA Organization makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Nationally there are over 500,000 FFA members. Missouri ranks fourth in the nation with over 24,000 FFA members.