Monroe County Appeal, July 10, 2014 • Week 28

Special four-page Monroe County Fair pullout section in this week’s Appeal

FRIENDS OF FLORIDA TO MEET JULY 13

The Friends of Florida will hold their monthly meeting on Sunday, July 13, at 1:30 p.m., at The Florida Resort Lodge in Florida Plans will be finalized for the New Florida Rock Sign at the intersection of Hwy 107 & U. Committees will be set up for the October 11, 2014 Historical Cemetery Walk that will include a 5K Fun/Run and Festival.

Please plan to attend. For questions or membership information please contact Adelaide Minor, 573565-3202 or Sharlene Posey-Hagan 850-508-2809.

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45th Annual Mark Twain Old Threshers features John Deere tractors & accessories

ARIEL ICE CREAM SUPPER JULY 19

You are invited to bring your family and friends to Ariel Christian Church’s Annual Ice Cream Supper on July 19 from 5 to 8 p.m. There will be special music at 6 p.m. The menu will include maid-rites, hot-dogs, potato salad, baked beans, potato chips, ice cream, homemade pie, cakes, and ice tea. Ariel church is a beautiful small historic church atop a hill just off Highway A southeast of Monroe City. There is no charge for this.

PSC MEETING SET FOR GRAIN BELT EXPRESS

There will be a public hearing with Public Service Commission representatives for residents of Monroe County at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 12, at the Knight’s of Columbus Hall, in Monroe City.

CLIMATE CHANGE TO BE DISCUSSED

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers would like to invite the public to the M.W. Boudreaux Memorial Visitor Center on Saturday July 12, at 1 p.m. to listen to a special guest speaker. Dr Robert Sadler, Professor of Physical Science at Culver Stockton College, will give a presentation on Global Climate Change. Topics will include atmospheric processes that have shortterm and long-term influences on climate, anthropogenic causes of climate variation, indicators of climate change, and possible consequences of anticipated changes.

The M.W. Boudreaux Memorial Visitor Center is located on Rt. J, just south of the Clarence Cannon Dam. If you need additional information, please contact the Mark Twain Lake Project Office at 573-735-4097 or email us at marktwaininfo@usace.army.mil

John Deere is the featured tractor at the 45th Annual Old Threshers beginning today and running through Saturday, July 12.

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The 45th Annual Mark Twain Old Thresher’s Reunion opens today, Thursday, July 10, at the Paris Fairgrounds.

Kick off begins today with the 4th Annual Poker Style Tractor Cruise starting at 9 a.m., with line-up at the south end of the Fairgrounds at 8:30 a.m., Ray Coffman is the chairman of this event. Take your tractor for a drive and see the countryside. The entry fee includes lunch along the way.

The Annual Fish Fry, which is open to the public will start at 5:30 p.m., at the

Food Shack. The cost is $8.00 per plate and $4.00 for children six and under.

Music provided by “Johnny Ragsdale and Friends.”

The gates open at 1 p.m., on Friday and 7 a.m., on Saturday. The flea market and craft show will be open on both days.

On Friday evening, there is the Farm Draft Horse Pull beginning at 6 p.m., in the arena at the south end of the Fairgrounds. There will also be a

Baby Show starting at 6 p.m., with registration at 5 p.m.

Boy’s and Girl’s Divisions are: 0-6 Months, 7-12 Months, 13-18 Months, 1924 months and 25-35 Months There will also be a Lil’ Mr. and Miss Contest open to 3 to 5 year olds. An Overall Grand Champion will be chosen.

Friday evening comes to a close with music by Ben VanDyke and The Rumble Strip Band. The old country music will be-

The American Red Cross Blood Drive was held Thursday, June 26, at the First Baptist Church, in Paris. Fifty four productive units were collected. First time donors were Jacob Ball and Ashley Jennings. Receiving five gallon donor recognition was Donald Street.

Other presenters were: Ronald Buck, Colin Yoho, George Hunter, Jerry Crigler, Wanda Turner, Ann Ball, Rita Breid, John Turner, Glenda Miller, Ste-

ven Schlabach, Wilda Gregg, Donna Turner, Teddy DeOrnellis, Maria Howard, Debbie Jones, George Keenor, Wesley Hammond, Sue Mattingly, Ryan James, Gary Wilson, Tammy Robertson, Richard Robertson, Steve R.Jones, Carol Hall, Dennis Hollingsworth, Libby Williams, Charles Ensor, Susan Sharp, Karen Johannaber, Sidney Threlkeld, Zane Crigler, John Gilmore, Carolyn Love, Gary Johan-

naber, April Turnbough, Vanessa Forrest, Wren Johannaber, Doug Buie, Kevin Dye, Jamie Ebbesmeyer, Jay Threlkeld, Cheryl Bright, Jackie Bordeleau, Timothy Troyer, Earl Sweitzer, Renee Bridgeman, Nicole Burke, Teddy Ebbesmeyer, Martha Conley, Dennis Allen, Deb Rinz, Joshua Mitchell, Clay Wilt, Donna Morgan, Debbie Boulware, Dorothy Johnson.

Volunteer workers were: Phyllis Bar-

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Fifty-four units collected at Paris blood drive

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SENIOR CENTER “MEET THE CANDIDATES”

Meet the Candidates Ice Cream Social and Auction Fundraiser for Paris Senior Citizens Community Center, will be held on Saturday, July 26. Ice cream and cake at 4 p.m., with Meet the Candidates at 4:30 p.m. Auction to follow!!

Please bring your own lawn chairs and meet us on the northeast lawn of the Courthouse.

Please come out and show your support to our senior center and your local candidates

Pyrotechnic Experts Extrordinnaire..

Pyrotechnic Expert Gary Tawney and members of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department helped set off the excellent Paris Fireworks display enjoyed by many on Friday, July 4. Left to right, Sheriff David Hoffman, Sergeant Sue Walker, Chief Deputy Joe Colston, Gary Tawney, Cole Hinshaw, Will Epperson, Jeff Durbin, Austin Tawney and Issac Tawney APPEAL PHOTO

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OPINION

JUST A THOUGHT

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them the grace and love of God. He loves us even when we make mistakes and He only wants us to come to Him so He can lead and guide us in the right direction and give us strength when we need it.

BY LISA TALTON CONTRIBUTING WRITER

From the desk of the Editor

Living a Happier Life

BY DAVID EALES EDITOR appeal@parismo.net

The Fair... Like winter comes after fall so does the Monroe County Fair follow Mark Twain Old Threshers. On Sunday, July 13, members of the seven Monroe County 4-H clubs will bring their fair exhibits to the community building and explain those said exhibits to maybe complete strangers. They will discuss how they built, made, took or arranged the exhibit; then they will take another project to another judge and repeat the process all over again. They will do this a minimum of at least three times. I equate it to a job fair where you take your resume to as many employers as you can trying to find that elusive blue ribbon job.

At this particular event blue ribbons will be plentiful as witnessed by the amazing results of our Monroe County 4-H members at the Missouri State Fair. The community building will be covered in a sea of blue. After an

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absence of a couple years, I am judging photography again at this year’s fair.

My memory harkens back to my first photography judging. I was a fresh faced idealist who thought I was going to teach these young 4-H members something of photography and judging.

By the third group of photos I judged I knew that for sure - this gregarious group of youth were going to teach me something.

I remember a bright eyed, smiling 4-H member sit down, introduce herself and present me with her group of three photographs, correctly Continued to page 9

Last week I was talking about forgiving others. I know it is a lot easier said than done sometimes but when we choose to forgive I believe we can live happier and more satisfying lives.

Life really is too short to waste time being mad at someone. Here are some more things that life is too short to do: *Waste Time Beating Ourselves Up Some of us might forgive what others have done to us but we do not forgive ourselves. We are so hard on ourselves and get down whenever we think we did not handle something right or made a bad decision.

We expect too much and do not give ourselves a break. We need to know we are not perfect and we are going to do some things (a lot of things) wrong in our life time.

There have been too

As Time Goes By

Sounds of the Fourth

wishful thought. If only we could carry the patriotism and pride in our country past the Pearl Harbors and 9/11s of our history and remember the huge costs of the body bags and seas of white crosses in military cemeteries here and abroad.

Or even the hard road of many of our immigrant ancestors should remind us that we, all of us, have a bill to pay. We can and should try as often as we can to act in concert, to try to sing the same song from time to time in concert, even though we may not be on the same page because we rely on different books, or different versions of the same book, for guidance. We can learn as well that you can’t hide the braying of a jackass in a choir. It’s our time for working together because we can and we should.

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Dear Editor, In my opinion the biggest fear we have in this country today is the national media. The three major TV networks and the majority of the large city newspapers either barely touch on a story the “left” doesn’t like or omit telling it at all. When they do report a story it is told with an ideological slant. Reporters used to report the whole story and let the reader form an opinion.

The Supreme Court decision on the Hobby Lobby case is being misrepresented as the Republican’s “war on women.” Hobby Lobby still pays for over a dozen forms of contraception - they just don’t feel they should have to pay for the 4 abortifacients (that cause abortion), since abortion is against their Christian belief.

The Supreme Court voted correctly according to the First Amendment of the Constitution and the “Religious Freedom Restoration Act” of 1993 signed by President Clinton. Many Democrat Senators have apparently forgotten that they voted for this Act, including the majority leader, Harry Reid.

Nothing in the ruling suggests that women should be denied these drugs. Yet that is what the media is suggesting, even though they surely know better. Women can still receive the abortion-causing drugs through Planned Parenthood who received over $540 million last year in taxpayer dollars - that’s $1.5 million PER DAY. Or they can buy them on their own from almost any pharmacy.

Wake up, America! Our country is deteriorating politically and culturally - and Nero is playing golf while Rome burns. God help us!

Jane Wilsdorf Rural Monroe County

many to count times when I know I would not have gotten the mommy of the year award for how I handled a situation. This use to bother me a lot because I wanted to be the perfect mom. I did not want my children to have anything to complain about or anything that would cause them to have to go to therapy when they grew up. But guess what?

I am human just like you are human and as long as I do my best but also ask for forgiveness when I fail to do my best, everything will be okay. I have learned that I can use my shortcomings to not only show them I am human but to also show

MONROE COUNTY HISTORY

MY TURN

Sounds of the Fourth This past Friday, July 4, I had tuned in to the Capitol Fourth, the celebration of the holiday from Washington D.C. as is my habit the last few years, I switch between that event and the New York festivities. At one point as it got dark, the music and fireworks blended into a harmony of its own “this land is your land, this land is my land” Boom, Bang, flash! And then suddenly a closer boomlet sounded from the fairgrounds where families were gathered for the fireworks.

Closer yet the pop, pop, sizzle of the neighbors’ party joined in as well.

The rhythmic drums of the Overture and the alternating explosions came magically together as if some brilliant composer could have produced that result. Those few moments brought a real pleasure and also a

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All yesteryears are reprinted in the exact text of the original issue 90 Years July 18, 1924 Orma E. Mackey, Jr. announces his arrival at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Orma E. Mackey of near Centralia on July 7. Mrs. Mackey was formerly Miss Cleo Mitchell of Paris.

Little Miss Elenora Young, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey Young, entertained twenty four of her young friends with a birthday party last Friday afternoon.

Eugene Henning, son of Mr. and Mrs. Al Henning, has received an appointment as an English teacher in the Porto Rico schools.

The Ed C. Nutt Comedy Company is playing to large and enthusiastic crowds in its big tent on East Locust this week.

J. David Arnold and Tom Thornton, owners of the Thornton Meat Company of Paris have opened a meat market in Monroe City.

Al Henning of Paris, is a first cousin to John W. Davis, Democratic nominee for president.

A barn and its contents belonging to Ed Powers, southeast of Paris, burned Friday from an unknown cause.

The building was valued at about $600.

Misses Frances Alexander, Frances Buerk, Jenelle Hall and Vivian Noel went to Spalding Springs last Friday for a week’s camp.

Mr. and Mrs. Ed Miller of Moberly, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Shatzer and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Davis, and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Seibert, spent last week camping at Baotner’s Lake, east of town.

75 Years July 13, 1939 Del Gwynn is building a greenhouse on the

south end of his Paris residence. He will install an Arcola heater for warming his residence and the greenhouse.

A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Tom Callis in the McMurry hospital at Paris, Wednesday morning.

The job of paving Paris streets will begin about the first of next week.

The WPA, it is understood, will furnish fifty men for the job. When it is completed Paris will have more paved streets than any other town of its size in Missouri.

The job of converting Highway 15 between Paris and Mexico from a total wreck into a new one is now in full blast, with many men and much machinery being used.

E.P. Smiser has about completed tearing away the Smiser school building, northwest of Paris.

It will be replaced by a new and modern structure before the fall term begins.

Edwin Thomas Heathman, son of Postmaster and Mrs. M.J. Heathman, Post Shearer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Cleve Shearer, and Gene Noonan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edd Noonon left the first of the week for Des Moines, Iowa, where they are enrolled in the Citizen’s Military Training Camp for their second year.

W.E. Hoffman and Ralph Sanders, near Tulip, were in Paris Monday trying to interest the court in graveling a two and one-half mile stretch of road along the county line west from Tulip, a road that would connect with gravel at both ends and benefit a large number of people.

Mr. and Mrs. Jennings Talley are selling some

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So remember-even when we make a mistake, God still loves us.

We need to stop beating ourselves up because of the past and allow God to take us into our future. If God does not hold anything against us then we definitely don’t need to either. *Sweat The Small Stuff Most of the things or situations in life that we stress over really do not amount to a hill of beans. At the time they seem huge but after God helps us through it, we realize it was not as big of a deal as we made it.

Then there are those little irritations in our lives that we allow to build up on the inside until one day we just explode.

Even though it was only small things-fifty small things can add up to

one REALLY BIG thing.

That is why it is important to let go of the small things so they don’t have a chance of turning into a much bigger thing.

This might be easier said than done but it is possible. It is amazing how better our lives become when we put our focus on the positive things instead of the negative. *Overlook Or Take For Granted Our Daily Blessings And last but definitely not least, life is too short not to thank God for the many blessings that He gives us each day that we might take for granted. I have to not only remind my children but also myself a lot of times how blessed we are. We have a home to live in, food on the table, a family to love and be loved by and clothes on our backs. We might think all those things are a given but how wrong we are.

There are numerous children and adults in this world who do not know where they are going to lay their heads down at night or where Continued to page 9

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nice apples and peaches.

50 Years July 9, 1964 A crowd estimated at 2,000 or more attended the Fourth of July fireworks exhibition at the fairgrounds in Paris.

The barn on the Addie Gaines farm in the Woodlawn vicinity was struck by lightning Thursday night during a severe storm and was completely destroyed by fire.

W.C. Johnson has been appointed sales representative in the Agricultural Chemical Sales Department of Commercial Solvents Corporation.

Four Paris scouts will leave Saturday to attend the National Boy Scout Jamboree at Valley Forge, Penn. Those going are Jimmy Nevins, Jimmy Miers, Johnny Acton and Tommy Curtright.

Mr. and Mrs. Harry Brown have sold their Apco Service Station in Madison to Mr. and Mrs. Max McCarter. The McCarters will take possession around September 1. Mr. and Mrs. Brown will retire in Madison after 20 years of operating the station.

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Utterback and Tammy attended the Shriners Circus in St. Louis on Friday and on Sunday attended a Perry class reunion of Mrs. Utterback.

Janet Gower spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Gower.

Janet has been elected secretary-treasurer of the student body at the Kirksville College of Cosmetology where she is a freshman.

30 Years July 12, 1984 Paris will soon have a catalog store again, according to Nancy McIntosh, who will be the

manager. The Montgomery Ward Store will be located in the Show Me Realty Office in the USDA building south of town.

The wedding of Barbara Legrand, daughter of Shirley Legrand, Madison and Richard Legrand, Holliday, and Dannie Hendren, son of Lorene Stone, also of Madison and the late Virgil Hendren was solemnized on Saturday, July 16 at the home of the bride’s mother.

Sandy Pease, 17, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Pease will be a contestant July 13, 14 and 15 participating in the Miss American Co-Ed Pageant in Kansas City.

Mrs. Guy Reed left Tuesday for her new home in the state of Washington.

Crystal Diane is the name given to the new daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marty Stanton of Holliday. She weighed nine pounds thirteen and one-half ounces and is their first child.

Cindy L. Jackson, daughter of Nellie M. and James O. Jackson of Paris, has been promoted in the U.S. Army to the rank of specialist four.

Jackson is a metal worker in Kitzingen, West Germany with the 66th Maintenance Company.

Century 21 Country Properties Inc. shares have recently been purchased by Jack Bodine, auctioneer in Northeast Missouri and Realtor previously affiliated as sales associate with Century 21 Country Properties Inc. The new FM 2-way radios for Madison’s fire trucks have been received by the dealer, according to Larry Jones, volunteer for the fire department.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Ted Davis has witnessed the evolution of the telecommunication industry Special to the Monroe County Appeal by Denny Hollingsworth There is no one that uses a cell phone that hasn’t lost a connection with whom they were talking – what is referred to as a dropped call, one of the most annoying aspects of modern technology – and Ted Davis, a telecommunication pro, is not immune to the phenomenon.

Davis, 47, a networkplanning, design, and optimization services specialist for the world-wide telecommunication giant AlcatelLucent Corporation, knows as much about optical wave lengths, metrics, data transmissions and electrical engineering technology among other technical aspects of the telecommunication industry as one person can, is as frustrated with dropped calls as any cell phone user.

His advice when a dropped call happens? “Try holding the phone to your other ear,” he says with a wry smile.

Fred Davis picks his son’s career Growing up on a farm southeast of Paris in the 1970s, the oldest of three children – he has a brother and sister – of Fred and Ruth Davis, Ted enjoyed the outdoors, was active in 4-H, spent his share of time on a tractor in the middle of a row crop field, but instinctively knew agriculture wasn’t going to be his life’s work. He didn’t know what he was going to do, but his dad did.

Ted says his father, who suddenly passed away earlier this year, spurred him on to college when he was just a kid.

“Dad wanted me to study electrical engineering. He just announced one day he had a degree picked out for me and it would be electrical engineering,” Davis says as a matter of fact.

Being the ever dutiful son, Ted acquiesced to his father’s fiat, and it was a plus he was a natural when it came to studying mathematics and science.

“I was always fascinated with physics, electrical and optic properties,” Davis states. “Dad knew that and that’s what probably made him direct me into the science field.”

His first formal introduction to electronics came in an Emmett Brown-taught class at Paris High School.

Brown was not known to offer over-generous compliments to his students, but volunteered to Davis he thought the youngster could do well in the field.

Ted took every math and science class PHS offered before graduating in 1985, and credits faculty members Ida Mae Brazeale, math, Jim Mitchell, physics, and the late Milton Hendrix, chemistry, for major contributors to his success.

“They were great teachers and mentors,” he says earnestly. “I will always be grateful for their tutelage and encouragements.”

Studying and working in KCMO Ted matriculated to DeVry Institute of Technology, in Kansas City, to study electrical engineering technology and graduated with a bachelor of science degree, in the subject, in 1988.

He said he choose the KCMO school because his dad thought it would be a good fit, he could get a degree in three years and a neighbor, friend and high school study partner Mike McKinney was planning to attend the college. Unfortunately, Mike was killed in a traffic accident before classes started; Ted says he still misses his schoolmate.

Davis claims before starting college, PHS classmate Laura Crain teased him about going to DeVry and bet him $10 he wouldn’t finish. The affable science wonk says he’s waiting patiently to collect the money.

While at DeVry, Ted had a part-time job for an electrical control panel manufacturer, making $4 an hour.

He says he learned a lot and if it wasn’t for the experience he gained, he wouldn’t have the job he has today. While toiling for the company he developed, but didn’t patent, an automated electrical control panel tester. Later, though, in 1998, he created and in 2001 patented a call blockage identifier, which identified telephone lines that were blocking calls through a telephone switch.

Davis laments the software program became moot when digital subscriber lines came into existence.

Starting a career In July 1988, Davis went to work for Alcatel-Lucent – then known as AT&T Bell Laboratories – in Naperville, Illinois, the Chicago suburbs, and has been with the company for more than a quarter century.

Naperville was the company’s Research & Development headquarters and the new engineer’s first assignment was a tester for the telephone features of call waiting, call forwarding and pick-up. Ted did not invent

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the technology that allows telemarketers to bother you when eating supper, but he was in the room when the concept was developed. He says he was one of 12,000 workers that developed the telephone switch that could make 600,000 test calls – not to individuals but under controlled conditions – in one hour.

Davis laughs when asked if he feels any guilt about helping create the technology bothersome telemarketers use. “No,” he says. “We’re (engineers) not the ones doing the calling, but we are guilty of enabling those that do.”

In addition to his Chicago area day job, Ted spent much time expanding his education.

“During those first couple years in Naperville, I went to night school. I attended the Illinois Institute of Technology, taking prerequisite courses to start a masters in computer science.”

Eight hours to live An advanced degree was in Davis’ future, but not before a non-malignant brain tumor almost ended his life in 1992.

Ted recounts that he started exhibiting symptoms of neurological problems the last week of a 10-month assignment in Virginia.

“My reflexes started slowing down,” he says seriously. “I couldn’t hit a tennis ball, my vision was becoming impaired, and I began to having difficulty in walking.

But I was only 25 years old, I thought all those things would subside.”

They didn’t. On a Wednesday, his third day back in Naperville, he said he drove to work, entered the building, walked to the stairs that would take him to the lab, and discovered he couldn’t lift his feet to take a step up.

“I couldn’t climb the stairs. I’m standing there and couldn’t lift my my foot.

I thought, ‘Well, if I can’t walk up stairs, I’ll crawl.’”

And he did. He crawled up three flights. He said his boss caught him before he

made it all the way to the top and inquired why he was crawling. He said he simply told her he couldn’t walk.

“Even though it was only 7:30 a.m., later she told me initially she thought I was drunk,” Ted says today, “and even though I hadn’t anything to drink, I couldn’t have passed a sobriety test.”

Ted’s boss immediately got him to an on-site doctor, who after examining him got him admitted to a local hospital for tests. That same morning a neurologist told him he had a lifethreatening brain tumor and if treatment was immediately started he’d be dead in eight hours.

Davis started a 48-hour period of high doses of steroid concentrations that day to shrink his brain to relieve the pressure, flew to St. Louis on Thursday, motored to Columbia, and on Friday underwent a three hour operation at the University of Missouri Hospital & Clinics, where surgeons removed a golf ball-sized tumor from his cerebellum, on top of the brain stem.

The operation saved his life, but the tumor wiped out his math abilities, left him slightly dyslexia and erased the memory of the first date he had with his future wife.

“The side effects of the surgery are minor,” Ted states. “I missed a month of work and had some speech and coordination issues for a while, but they’ve subsided. God has blessed me.”

More school and work In 1993, his company selected him to attend what was then the University of Missouri-Rolla and work on a masters degree. He said it was a goal he’d striven for, but because of the tumor, he had to take a four-week crash course, relearning calculus. He graduated in 1994 with masters in computer science.

After UMR, Ted asked for and received a transfer from Alcatel-Lucent’s R&D Naperville lab to the company’s Baldwin, MO engineering services facility, and moved to Wentzville, where

he’s lived the past 20 years.

When Davis went to work in St. Louis County two decades ago, America’s telephone network was connected by and run through copper wires, the traditional way of communication. Today, that technology is akin to horse-drawn wagons and buggy whips.

Ted says in the last eight years engineers have increased the speed of telecommunications by 10 billion percent. It took 66 years from the time the Wright brothers invented controlled flight to the moon landing. Ted says what electrical engineers did in less than a decade to increase telecommunications speed, would be analogous to the Wright brothers flying their experimental plane at Kitty Hawk, NC one today and climbing into the cockpit of a 747 at JFK airport in New York the next day.

“When I first got to the St. Louis office, we were moving data through a copper line and now we’re moving data through a fiber optic line at speeds 1.5 million times faster. The 600,000 calls we made a quarter a century ago would only take up a modicum of space on a modern fiber optic network.”

He patiently explains, “The fiber optic network is similar to radio with various channels available on a bandwidth. Technicians can send different data on different frequencies. This allows cable companies to simultaneously market television, internet and telephone services in one package to a customer’s home.”

Alcatel-Lucent closed its St. Louis County office in 2006 leaving Ted to work out of out detached garage at his home. He primarily works with cable TV companies.

“I’m the technical person that gets called in after a salesman first meet with a customer, pitches what Alcatel-Lucent can do, then they bring me in to talk about electronics and what we can implement for the customer.”

He generally spends a week on the road once a month.

In addition to his work, Ted has continued his formal education. For three years he took a one-nighta-week course at St. Charles Community College studying internet routing protocols and received two professional certifications in Cisco Certified Networks

and and Design. For two more years he was a lab assistant at the college, helping students during the evening hours. In 2008, he finished second in a worldwide Cisco academic competition.

Yesterday, today and tomorrow Davis will complete 30 years of employment with Alcatel-Lucent in 2018, and will be eligible to retire from the leading telecommunications firm.

He has yet to make a decision about his future, however, regardless what happens, he predicts he’ll continue working.

“I’ve admired all the excellent teachers I’ve had over the years and teaching is something I’d like to do someday,” Davis volunteers. “I don’t know if I’d teach math, science or communications, but I’d like to give back to the community something I’ve been fortunate enough to learn.”

Ted’s brother, Tom, a former machinist and Christian minister, is living at the family farm with their mother, and his sister, Lesa Brocksmith, lives in Columbia.

Ted married Kelly Kinsey, formerly of Blue Springs, in 1993. The couple has three children: Julia, 17, Jeffery, 14, and Jenna, 12.

Because all the kids’ first name starts with the letter J, does he have trouble mixing up names when calling for or addressing them?

“No,” Ted says. And laughs about what his dad called him and his brother.

“When we were kids, and Tom and I were together, and he wanted us to do something Dad would say, ‘Ted-Tom, come here,’ or he’d tell Mother, ‘Ted-Tom did a good job today.’ We got a big kick out of that.”

And about those pesky dropped calls, can Davis explain why they occur?

“You have dropped calls the same reason the sun sometime doesn’t shine during daylight hours,” Ted tells a confused interviewer.

He explains, “When the sun’s not shinning it’s because clouds are blocking it.

When you have a dropped call something has blocked the signal; it could be a flock of birds, airplanes, blowing leaves, energy efficient windows, buildings blocks cell phone signals. There any numbers of reasons signals are blocked. In my case, I am thick headed, so I just move the cell phone to the other ear!”

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begin at 8 p.m., near the Food Shack.

Lineup will be at 9 a.m. on Saturday behind the grandstand and at 10 a.m., the Old Thresher’s Parade will be headed downtown.

There will be an Antique Car and Truck Show after the Parade on the west side of the Fairgrounds. Cars and Trucks must be 25 years old or older.

The Miniature Draft/ Pony Pull will take place at noon on Saturday in the arena.

The Kiddie Pedal Pull begins at noon at the Tennis Court. This event is open to children ages 3 to 8.

There will be an Auction at 12:30 p.m., by the Food Shack.

Games for Kids begin at 1 p.m., by the Sawmill area. There will be a Straw Scramble and a Hula Hoop contest. Kids should register before noon by the Food Booth.

The Washers Tournament starts at 2 p.m., by the Food Shack.

A new event this year will be a Garden Tractor Pull sponsored by the Montgomery County Garden Tractor Pullers. It will begin at 2 p.m., on the Pulling Track The Antique Classic Tractor Pull will begin around 3 p.m. Registration starts at 2 p.m. The Best Overall Restored Tractor will receive a trophy and there will be a 50% Payback.

The Pet Show begins at 3 p.m., on the tennis court on the west side of the Fairgrounds. Pre-register by noon and make the judge work hard. You never know what you might see during this event.

At 5 p.m., the Pro Draft Horse Pull will be held.

There will be an overall first place trophy given to the winner of the Pro Pull.

Other winners of the contest will be for Horsemanship, Best Matched Team, Best

Dressed Team and Team Traveled Longest Distance.

Saturday evening will conclude with more music

by Ben VanDyke and the Rumble Strip Band.

Other attractions include horse-drawn equipment demonstrations, threshing with old time equipment, saw mills in operation, early day gas engines and farm tractors, dunking booth, Conservation exhibits, straw baling and a rope making machine.

Featured this year will be John Deere tractors and related equipment. All makes are welcome!

The Mark Twain Old Thresher’s Food Booth will be serving brats, hamburgers, pulled pork, hot dogs, taters and onions, walking tacos, cold soda pop, tea, lemonade, bottled water, and BBQ pork steak dinners. Bagged ice will be available. Something new this year will be Bloomin’ Onions. Breakfast will be served Friday and Saturday from 7-9 a.m.

Admission to this year’s event is $5.00 Button and is good for all shows and events. Program Books are available. Twelve years and under are free when accompanied by an adult. Sixteen years and under must have parental supervision.

2012 Chevy Avalanche LTZ

8 cyl., Towing, Sunroof, Nav., Heated Seats, 34,XXX Miles,Pre-Owned Certified, ST#12029, SALE PRICE: $37,892

201o Chevy Camaro 2SS, V8, 14,XXX Miles, Local Trade, Chrome Wheels, Leather, Auto, Sunroof, Pre-Owned Certified, ST#12556A, SALE PRICE: $27,356

2012 Buick Enclave

6 cyl., Premium Pkg., 55,XXX Milles, Leather, Sunroof, Pre-Owned Certified, ST#14515A, SALE PRICE: $33,869

Monroe County Historical Society members recently visited the Ralls County Historical Society and took a tour of Jere Nelson’s “Garden of Angels” located within the former Presbyterian Church. The group had lunch in the park. Left to right, Alice Dye, Jean Sinkclear, Lois Spencer, Louise Armstrong, Joanne Potter, Deanne Millard, Carol Comstock, Judy Preston, Heather Watson, Marguerite Jones and Verna Spangler.

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Farm Bureau Day a bargain You can harvest the fun and the savings this year during Farm Bureau/Farm Family Day, at the Missouri State Fair. Take advantage of special discounts courtesy of Farm Bureau on Monday, Aug. 11. You can save on gate admission, carnival ride wristbands and tractor pull tickets.

Coupons are free and available at the Monroe County Farm Bureau office

FISH FRY SUNDAY, JULY 20 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Madison Fire Station

$10/Person (All you can eat) 5 and Under Eat Free!

A portion of the proceeds to benefit Children’s Miracle Network

Menu: Fish, Hushpuppies, Cole Slaw, Baked Beans, Drink

2011 Buick Lucerne CXL

6 cyl., Leather, Heated Seats, Very Nice, Pre-Owned Certified, ST#1388, SALE PRICE: $21,498

2012 Chevy Silverado LT

Crew Cab, Z-71, 14,XXX Miles, Cloth, Towing, 1 Owner Trade, Pre-Owned Certified, ST#14106A, SALE PRICE: $32,587

2012 Buick Enclave

Leather Pkg., 43,XXX Miles, 7 Passenger, Mud Flaps, 1 Owner Trade, Pre-Owned Certified, ST#14509A, SALE PRICE: $30,987

located at 25976 Bus. Hwy. 24, in Paris.

You don’t have to be a member to pick up the coupons, but coupons are not available on the fairgrounds and are only valid on Aug. 11.

While on the fairgrounds, stop by the Farm Bureau building to drop your name in a drawing to win a John Deere riding lawn tractor. There is no cost to enter this contest

and a winner will be drawn after the fair. Another popular attraction at the Farm Bureau building is the milk house, where you can still get a cold cup of milk for 25 cents. Chocolate is a favorite choice. Displays in the building will also focus on issues important to rural Missouri, including commodity markets and government regulations.

“Harvest the Fun is a great theme for this year’s

State Fair. The Fair is a chance to show off to the entire state projects our 4-H and FFA youth have worked so hard on. It is a time for everyone, no matter their background, to enjoy a slice of rural life,” Blake Hurst, Missouri Farm Bureau president says. “The invitation is open to visit us and we look forward to seeing you at our building and on the fairgrounds in August.”

AUDRAIN COUNTY REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION Saturday, July 12 • 10 a.m.

PROPERTY & AUCTION LOCATION:

1400 Paris Road (Hwy. 15), Mexico, MO 65265 REAL ESTATE – Sells at 12 Noon Location, Location, Location

The real estate consist of 40 +/- acres total, to be offered in 4 individual tracts, located both inside and outside the Mexico City limits, all with great access directly off Hwy. 15, on the very north edge of Mexico, Mo. The real estate auction will be held in conjunction with the sale of the personal property, on location.

Tract 1 consist of 2 acres, accessed off Hwy. 15, City water, City sewer, and natural gas with a 1222 sq. ft. all brick home, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath with full basement that is partially finished with 1 bedroom, 1 bath, masonry fireplace w/wood burning stove, one car attached garage. Tract 1 also has a 24’x48’ all steel building and a 30’x48’ pole frame structure.

Tract 2 consist of 2 acres +/- entrance off Hwy. 15, city water and sewer are available. There is a 30’ X 50’ building with 12’ side walls, concrete floor, insulated side walls & ceiling, roll back door & walk-in door, hanging gas furnace, water, electric.

Tract 3 is 18 acres +/- accessed off Hwy. 15. Tract has some very large trees scattered throughout, a lake, and Davis Creek runs along the north line. City water and sewer lines run along Hwy. 15.

Tract 4 is 18 acres +/-, accessed from Hwy. 15, primarily open with the Audrain County FSA calls 15.3 acres tillable, the balance is in the wooded Davis Creek bank.

PERSONAL PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT: Case 680 Construction King backhoe, diesel, 2WD, hyd. outriggers, left hand mechanical shift, new hyd. pump & spline, w/ 8’ material bucket, 24” backhoe bucket, runs and operates good; 12” Case backhoe bucket; 30” Case backhoe bucket; 36” Case backhoe bucket; Fiat Allis Chalmers 645M rubber tired articulated loader, A C diesel motor, air brakes, 4 & 1 – 2 ½ yd. hyd. bucket, low gear been rebuilt, runs & works good, Mike uses, S/N 69060; P & H 34067 track excavator, 28” toothed bucket, good rails & roller, Detroit diesel power unit, flat steel pads, S/N 22J1026F; 5’ P & H pond cleaning bucket; Laplant Choate Mfg. Co. PABX1255, 4 cyl. gas motor, Wabasau Corp of Engineers, U.S. Army Airborne Equipment bulldozer, tracks, PTO, 4 spd., shuttle shift, starts & runs TRACTORS: Duetz 4006 diesel tractor, 2WD, 3 pt., hyd. remotes, 3675 hrs., new clutch, 14.9 x 28 rear tires w/ Kelly hyd. frt. loader w/ valve body; MF Industrial 2WD gas tractor, P/S, w/ hyd. MF20 frt. loader & rear mtd. hyd. concrete breaker; 2004 Kioti DK 45, MFWD tractor, 349 hrs., left hand shuttle shift, 21.5L x 16.1SL tires, 3 pt., w/ hyd. adj. arm, top link, heavy duty clutch, roll guard w/ canopy & Kioti KL1590 quick attach loader w/ wobble stick control, 6’ material bucket; 1940 Farmall Super M gas tractor, tricycle front, hyd. remotes, converted to 12v, good 14.9 x 38 tires, one set of rear wheel weights FARM MACHINERY: Danuser 6’, 3 pt. swivel blade w/ adj. scarifier; 6’, 3 pt. Swivel blade; 5’ 3 pt.

Rotary cutter; Land Pride 6’ 3 pt. rotary tiller w/ slip clutch, 540 PRM; Woods 5’ pull type rotary cutter; 30” Double roller w/ diesel eng., hydro drive; Land Pride 3 pt. 6’ tumble bug scraper w/ scarifier, NEW; Seed Ezee PTO seeder; TRUCKS & TRAILERS:1992 Int. 4900 single axle dump truck, 6 spd. trans., 466DT diesel eng., air brakes, 9’ steel dump bed, 11R 22.5 tires; 1992 Dodge LE Ram 150, 2WD, 6 cyl. gas, auto. trans., reg. cab, long bed w/ matching bed cover, 53863 act. miles, 1 owner;1971 Int. Loadstar 1800 tandem twin screw dump truck, 392 gas eng., hyd. brakes, 5 & 4 trans., P/S, 13’ steel dump bed, bed hoist; 1966 Ford F-600 single axle dump truck, gas V-8, 4 & 2 trans., 8:25 x 20 tires w/ 8’ steel dump bed, brakes bad; Hyster 15 ton tilt top trailer w/ 18’ deck, tandem axle, dually, air brakes, good tires, pintle hitch;34’ Storage van, side doors, corrugated floor, insulated; 2 – New 8:25 x 20 mud & snow truck tires; JEEP: 1949 Willy’s Jeep w/ windshields, manual trans., 4WD, 3 spd., original LAWN EQUIPMENT – BOAT MOTOR: Husqvarna LGT 2654 riding lawnmower, 239 hrs., 26 hp., 54” cut, electric, start, hydro drive; JD 112 gas lawnmower, not running; JD 80 yard cart; Gamefisher 7.5 gas outboard motor; SHOP TOOLS: U.S. General 12.85 CFM 90 psi air compressor, 3.5 hp, 60 gal. vert. tank, 1 ph., 1 hp, 220v; Air Stream 110v portable air compressor; Shop air compressor; Stihl gas chop saw; Table saw 110v; ATEC cabinet model battery charger; Airco Dip Pak 200 wire feed welder; Delco high pressure steam cleaner w/ Wayne diesel burner, Versa 100 “ 2 & 2 “; Pacific Hydrostar pressure washer; Homak 2 pc. Tool chest; Chain hoist; 3 Ton chain hoist; Walker 4 ton hyd. floor jack; 2 – 3/4” air impact wrenches; Large combination wrenches; Hand & shop tools; Pioneer Farm chainsaw, 24” bar 24” exhaust fan, Aluminum extension ladders, Pro-Line shop creeper; Poulan 446 Pro gas powered limb saw MISC.: 560 Gal. sq. fuel tank w/ 110v pump; Homelite 2” gas powered water pump w/ hoses; Electric sump pump; Hyd. hoses & pumps; Clinton gas motor w/ gear box; Spare tire carrier for a Lincoln car; Set steel 8’ ramps; Piece of 13’ x 21” corrugated plastic culvert; Tanks & tubs; Roll 5/8” steel cable PORTABLE BUILDING:10’ x 16’ Portable storage building, wooden floor, double doors HOUSEHOLD: Maytag auto. washer, white, late model; Crosley electric dryer, white, late model; Crosley thin wall 15’ cu. chest type freezer; Patio & lawn furniture; More household items will sell, not listed

Seller: Richard & Virginia Stephens (deceased) Mike Stephens, Personal Representative

Terms; 10% down day of auction, balance due and possession given at closing in 90 days or less subject to current farm tenant rights. If a survey is deemed necessary the Seller will pay 50% of survey cost and Buyers will pay the remaining 50% on a pro-rated/per tract basis. Buyer and Seller will each pay 50% of the cost for title insurance. 2014 taxes will be pro-rated. Property shall be sold subject to the Mexico City Planning and Zoning and the final plat must be approved by the Mexico City Counsel. All property in City Limits is zoned R-1, single family residential.

For more information call Charlie Nordwald 636-795-4552.

Tim Crow • Josh Bennett • Greg Keith • Chris Lewis • Sam Kelly

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MEYER IMPLEMENT CO. 926 Hwy. 24-36 E. • Monroe City, Mo. Bus.: 573-735-4546 • Home: 573-735-4314

Proud Monroe County Fair Supporter!

Proud Supporter of FFA and 4-H! Monroe County Farmers Mutual

Insurance Co.

Dane Kendrick: Sec./Treas.

125 W. Monroe - Paris • 660-327-5203

Proud Supporter of the Monroe County Fair!

125 W. Monroe • P.O. Box 267, Paris, MO 65275 Phone: 660-327-5203 • Home: 660-327-2355 Fax: 660-327-6303

B &N Business Services

Glen’s TV & MONROE Satellite MANOR

Specializing in Taxes Prep for Farm and Small Business

ROSCOE’S

Great Central Lumber Co.

Antenna Installation TV, Antenna & Satellite Sales & Service 660-327-4526

200 South Street, Paris 660-327-4125

Ice Cream Parlor

Agents Dane and Jill Kendrick, Annie Wallace and Ryan James

Supporters!

from the board members and staff at

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Buy one scoop get 1/2 off the 2nd scoop

Check out our summer sidewalk sale!

Kinkead Pharmacy

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201 S. Main • Paris

660-327-1040 One Hour Free Consultation at your business!

Proud Fair Supporter!!!

103 S. Madison, Perry 573-565-2242

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MONROE COUNTY FAIR Crop Production Services Lonnie Wolfe Manager 26411 Monroe Rd. 720 Paris, MO 65275 660-327-5181 Toll Free 877-327-3500

Proud Fair Supporters!

The Paris National Bank

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While you’re not working, your money can be working for you!

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301 N. Main St. Paris, Mo. (660) 327-4175

Proud 4-H & FFA Supporter!

620 S. Main Paris, MO 65275 660-327-4700

Proud Fair Supporter!

Miller Resident Care 210 Rock Road • Paris

660-327-5680

101 E. Broadway • Madison • 660-291-3041

Member FDIC

660-327-4181

Fax - 660-291-8772

www.parisnational.com

See you at the Fair!

Berna Kotsenburg, Michelle Callison & Ashlyn Hahn

MONROE COUNTY SERVICE CO.

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JULY 13-19 Paris Fairgrounds Sunday, July 13 4 p.m.........................................Exhibit Hall........................................4-H Check-In for Asst. Supt. & FFA 4:30 p.m....................................Exhibit Hall.............................4-H Exhibit Check-In (CC, HGL, Madison) 5:30-6:30 p.m...........................Exhibit Hall............................................4-H Exhibit Check-In (EB, MT) 6 p.m........................................Exhibit Hall.............................4-H Royalty and Fair Queen Announced 6:30 - 7:30 p.m...........................Exhibit Hall................................................4-H Exhibit Check-In (HH, PP)

Monday, July 14 8 a.m........................................Show Barn................................................................Rabbits in Place 9 a.m........................................Show Barn.....................................PeeWee Rabbit and Rabbit Show 11 a.m.......................................Show Barn...................................................................Poultry in Place 12 p.m........................................Grand Stand..................................................................Queen Pageant 1 p.m........................................Show Barn..............................Pee Wee Poultry and Poultry Show 5 p.m..........................................Exhibit Hall..........................................................Ham/Bacon Check-in 6:30 p.m.....................................Monroe Manor................................................Baby Show Registration 7 p.m..........................................Monroe Manor.....................................................................Baby Show

Auctioneer, Realtor, Appraiser Hwy. 24, Madison, MO

Proud Fair Supporter!

660-291-5921 800-404-3400

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Proud Fair Supporter!

220 N. Main Paris, Mo. 660-327-4305

Proud Fair supporter!

Tuesday, July 15 8:30 a.m....................................Ag. Building...........................................................Ham/Bacon Judging 12 p.m. ..................................Show Barn...................................................................Cattle Check-In 2 p.m........................................Show Barn...................................................................Cattle in Place 2 p.m. .......................................Show Barn.....................................................................Cattle Weigh In 5 p.m.....................................Ball Field............................................................PeeWee Calf Show 5:30 p.m...................................Ball Field................................................................Bucket Calf Show 5:45 p.m....................................Ball Field...................................................................Dairy Cattle Show Follows Dairy Show..................Ball Field............................................................Breeding Cattle Show Follows Dairy Show................Ball Field..........................................................................Steer Show

Wednesday, July 16 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.................................................................................................Exhibit Hall Open Viewing 8 a.m. ......................................Show Barn............................................................Meat Goats In Place 9 a.m. ......................................Show Barn.............................................................PeeWee Goat Show 9:30 p.m...................................Show Barn................................................................Meat Goat Show 4 p.m. .......................................Show Barn..................................................................Clover Kids Show 4 p.m. .....................................Show Barn...................................................................Sheep In Place

(660) 327-5047 (660) 327-5840 725 S. Main • Paris, Mo. www.eandemotors.com

Thomas Auto Parts Proudly Support FFA & 4-H! KENT & TRACIE THOMAS 409 S. Main - Paris 660-327-4165

Proud Supporter of FFA and 4-H! 9562 Highway 15 • Mexico, Mo. • 573-581-3224

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Russ Thomas

Paris • 660-327-4147 Madison • 660-291-5795

Jonesy’s Cafe,LLC Supporting the Monroe County Fair

Proud Fair Supporter!

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Thomas Motors Proud Fair Supporters!!!

1125 W. Outer Road Moberly, Mo. 660-263-4560 Toll Free: 800-586-4560 www.thomasmtrs.com

Supporting the Monroe County Fair!

1615 N. Morley Moberly, MO 65263 660-263-7100

Proud Fair Supporters! from the Mayor, City Superintendent Council and Employees of the

CITY OF PARIS

Proud Fair Supporter!

LLC

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Monroe County Abstract & Title Company, Inc.

Tire & Muffler

PUTNAM

Proud Fair Supporter

Proud Supporter of the Fair!

213 N. Main, Paris 660-327-1177

Paris Fairgrounds 5:30 p.m.......................................Show Barn......................................................................Lead Line Check-In 6 p.m...........................................Show Barn.....................................................................................Lead Line 6 p.m............................................Show Barn.................................................................Pee Wee Sheep Show 6:15 p.m......................................Show Barn................................................................................Sheep Show

Thursday, July 17 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. ...................................................................................................Exhibit Hall Open for Viewing 8 a.m...........................................Show Barn.............................................................................Swine in Place 9 a.m..........................................Show Barn................................................................Pee Wee Swine Show 9:30 p.m. ...................................Show Barn....................................................................................Hog Show 4:30 p.m. ...................................Show Barn.................................................................Sale Animals in Place FFA & 4-H Members must be checked in at Sale Trailer by 5:30 p.m.!!!

5:30 p.m. ...................................Show Barn...................................................................Public Fashion Revue 5 - 6:30 p.m. .................................Show Barn..................................................................Sale Supporter Supper 5 p.m. ........................................Show Barn.....................................................Farm Bureau Ice Cream Social 7 p.m. .........................................Show Barn.......................................................Livestock and Ham/Bacon Sale

Proud supporter of the Monroe County Fair!

COL. JAMES L. JOHNSTON

Auctioneer, Realtor, Appraiser Hwy. 24, Madison, MO

660-291-5921 • 800-404-3400

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Friday, July 18

Printing Service

1 - 7 p.m................................................................................................................Exhibit Hall Open for Viewing 5:30 p.m......................................Arena.........................................................................Horse Show Check-In 6:30 p.m......................................Arena.........................................................................................Horse Show

Proud Supporter of the Monroe County Fair!

Saturday, July 19

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8 a.m. - 12 p.m.......................................................................................................Exhibit Hall Open for Viewing 7:30 a.m.......................................4-H Building..........................................................................5K Registration 8 a.m. - Noon .............................E. of Basketball Court...............................................Car Show Registration 8:30 a.m.......................................4-H Building..............................................................................5K Walk/Run 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.............................Fun Games........................................................................................4-H/FFA 10 a.m.......................................Park Basketball Court................................Registration for Pedal Pull 10:30 p.m.....................................Park Basketball Court.....................................................................Pedal Pull Noon - 2 p.m............................Park Basketball Court...................................................Car Sow & Shine Noon - 1 p.m................................E. of Basketball Court................................................................Car Judging 1 p.m...........................................Exhibit Hall..........................................................................Project Pick-up 2 p.m.........................................................................................................Presentation of Car Show Trophies 12:30 p.m....................................Fair Grounds..............................................................Dog Show Registration 1 p.m...........................................Fair Grounds..................................................................................Dog Show

Agnew

Funeral Home 128 W. Caldwell 660-327-4167

Proud Supporter of FFA and 4-H!

Robey

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Paris Veterinary Clinic

Paris 660-327-5121

Building Supply, Inc.

Proud Supporter of FFA and 4-H!

573-735-4635 573-735-4630

For all your Printing, Mailing & Office Supply Needs!

107 N. Vine Monroe City, MO

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4-H Royalty

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Proud Supporter of FFA and 4-H!

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Proud Fair Supporter!

Proud Fair Supporters!

23815 Hwy. 24, Paris Now accepting full and part-time enrollment.

660-676-5441

230 N. Main, Paris, MO 65275

660-327-4192

Russell Stover Chocolates South Fork Candle Co. Candles

Jason A. Dodge, Pharm. D. and Katie L. Dodge, Jason Owners Dodge, Pharm.D.

223 North Main Street • Paris, Missouri • 660.327.4514

Proud supporters of FFA & 4-H!

JIM HANSEN

40th District jhansen@rallstech.com

Come and visit the Monroe County Fair!

Merry Sue Meals Monroe County Recorder

Proud Supporter of the Fair!

Proud Supporter of Monroe County Fair, FFA and 4-H! Michael Minor

Proud Supporter of FFA and 4-H!

Rita Wilkerson Monroe County Treasurer Paid for by Citizens to elect Wilkerson Martha Cullifer, Treasurer

Monroe County Fair July 13-19

Judy Harmon

Monroe County Assessor

Proud Supporter of FFA and 4-H!

Anita Dunkle

Monroe County Collector

MITCHELL REPAIR AND WELDING Joe Mitchell

Proud supporters of FFA & 4-H! 15612 MCR 819 Paris, Mo. 573-819-2317 660-327-5571

Presiding Commissioner

Glenn E. Turner Western District Commissioner

Mike Whelan Eastern District Commissioner

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Mark Twain 4-H Club News

COMMUNITY NEWS

by Club Reporter Brandon Williams

May: The Mark Twain 4-H Club held a Graduation BBQ on Sunday, May 4, at the 4-H building in Paris.

There were 16 members, 14 leaders, and three others present. The 8th grade graduates were Makayla Fox, Taylor Gruber, Gracie Arnold, Rosie Arnold, Allison Miller and Brandon Williams. The High School graduate were Makenzie Fox and Annie Miller. All members present enjoyed a carry in meal. Games were also played by all members present. Members were reminded that the Monroe County Shoot is June 7. A Safety tip was given by Ryan Breid “Wear your life jacket while you are in a boat.” A Health tip was given by Trentin Minks “Brush your teeth every night.”

June: The Mark Twain 4-H Club met on Sunday, June 1, 2014 at the Florida Presbyterian Church in Florida. There were 14 members and nine leaders present. The meeting was called to order by Makenzie Fox, President at 6:08 p.m. Pledges were led by Ryan Breid and Dawson Bross. Roll call was “What are you doing fun this summer?” A Parliamentarian tip was given by Annie Miller “Don’t talk during the meeting and raise your hand to make a motion.” All members present reported on their projects.

Old Business - We collected over $300 at the 4-way on May 10. Thank you to the members who helped at the Friends of Florida diner. The presentation to the Stuart family to honor Jacquie was very nice. The Friends of Florida and the Stuart family complimented us of a job well done.

New Business-Discussion was how much money our club is willing to donate to the scholarship fund this year for the extension office help. This was tabled until next meeting. The Friends of Florida is having a member ship drive. It costs $20 for a year and our club would receive e-mails on information of upcoming events and recognition in their newsletter. This was also tabled until next meeting. Easter pie sales for this year approximated at $500 and we made $900 in the fall. This will be presented to Jacquie’s Barn committee on Recognition night. After we finished Easter pies we had several ingredients left over which include: ½ bag of flour, eight cans of Crisco. Allison Miller made a motion to donate the food items to the camp food fund. Ryan Breid seconded the motion. All were in favor. Livestock and Ham sale consignment paperwork is due Friday, June 13, at the Extension office no later than 4:30 p.m. along with a project record. State Fair Demonstrations entries are due by July 9. Please don’t wait until the last minute as if you are not able to attend that would give the Extension office time to contact the alternate. We will be picking up trash at the Mark Twain Lake Rodeo one of the mornings after the rodeo. Mary will let us know which morning we are doing. Joiners have joined the Saddle Club in Ralls County. They hold a fun show every second Saturday of the month and they start it at 2 p.m. They are looking for someone to run a concession stand. The first one would be June 14. This would be a good way to raise some money for the rising cost of club dues, get-a-away, and any other expenses. This was tabled at the last meeting and will be tabled again until Eric can get back with us with more information. Fair books were passed out to all families present.

Dates to Remember: 4-H Council meeting is June 25 at 4:30 p.m. • Fair board is June 3 at 7 p.m. • State Poultry day - June 7 Monroe County Shoot – June 7 • 4-H Camp is June 9-14 • Monroe County Fair is July 13-18 Aerospace Camp-July 15--17 A Health Tip was given by Trentin Minks “Reapply sunscreen after swimming.” A Safety Tip was given

by Taylor Gruber “Don’t dive into the water if you don’t know how deep it is.”

Next meeting: Sun. July 6, at 5 p.m. We will pick up trash first.

Logan Bross made a motion to adjourn the meeting with a second from Dawson Bross.

Kathy McCoy attends 43rd annual National Federation of Democratic Women’s Club meeting Kathy McCoy, member of the Monroe County Democratic Club, attended the 43rd annual meeting of the National Federation of Democratic Women’s Clubs held on June 11-15 at the Sheraton Crown Center in Kansas City. Her husband, Ron accompanied her.

Members attended from 22 states and the District of Columbia, with 214 full registrations received. Several partial registrations made the number attending even greater. Guest speakers at various functions included Missouri Senator Claire McCaskill and Roy Temple, State Chair of

the Missouri Democratic Party.

The group spent Thursday touring the area. Attractions visited include the Truman Museum and old Jackson County Courthouse in Independence, the Negro Baseball League Museum, and the Jazz Museum in Kansas City. A Friday evening reception was held at the World War I Memorial with a welcome from Fifth Congressional District Representative Emanuel Cleaver. W.A. “Bill” Hedge, Democratic candidate for the Sixth Congressional District, also spoke.

On Saturday after-

noon, a short Missouri Federation meeting was held to announce awards.

The Bess Truman Award - given for forming a new club - was given to Adair County. Their new Club President is former state representative Rebecca McClanahan.

The Missouri Woman of the Year award was also presented, and the nominee from the Sixth District, Janie Thomas of Vandalia, was the win-

HAWKINS THEATER 516 E. MAPLE, SHELBINA 573-588-7600

July 11, 12 & 13

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Admission $5.00 PG Digital Is Now Here!

Come early, movie starts at 7 p.m.

Gift Certificates available at the box office and at Community State Bank in Shelbina

ADVERTISEMENT Monroe County Bridge Replacement Sealed bids for Monroe County Bridge No. 13100041: BRO-B069 (41) , will be received at: Monroe County Courthouse, 300 N. Main, Room 204, Paris, MO 65275 until 11 a.m. on the 1st day of August , 2014 , at the office of the Monroe County Clerk , and at that time will be publicly opened and read. All bids shall be submitted in the form of a hard copy.

The proposed work includes: the construction of a 60’-0” long, 0 degree skew, single-span bridge using Steel I-Girders, concrete deck, and concrete abutments on County Road 670 in Monroe County MO over Burbridge Creek.

Plans and specifications can be viewed or purchased on-line at www.drexeltech.com in their eDistribution plan room, additional assistance is available at distribution@drexeltech. com. Information regarding this project can be found under the “Public Jobs” link on the website. Prospective bidders desiring the Contract Documents for use in preparing bids shall obtain a set of such documents from Drexel Technologies, 10840 West 86th Street, Lenexa, KS 66214, telephone number is 913-371-4430, upon payment of $50.00 (Fifty Dollars), which is non-refundable. Checks shall be sent to Drexel’s office but made payable to Shafer, Kline & Warren, Inc. Any questions regarding the project, plans, specifications, or bid documents should be directed to Shafer, Kline & Warren, Inc., at 660-385-6441.

All labor used in the construction of this public improvement shall be paid a wage no less than the prevailing hourly rate of wages of work of a similar character in this locality as established by the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (Federal Wage Rate), or state wage rate, whichever is higher.

The Monroe County Commission hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, ancestry, or national origin in consideration for an award.”

All bidders must be on MoDOT’s Qualified Contractor List per Section 102.2 of the Missouri Standard Specifications for Highway Construction, 2011 Edition including all revisions. The contractor questionnaire must be on file 7 days prior to bid opening.

Contractors and sub-contractors who sign a contract to work on public works project provide a 10-Hour OSHA construction safety program, or similar program approved by the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, to be completed by their on-site employees within sixty (60) days of beginning work on the construction project.

A certified or cashier’s check or a bid bond in the amount of 5% shall be submitted with each proposal.

The Monroe County Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

The DBE Goal for this project is 8% .

No 2nd tier subcontracting will be allowed on this project.

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ner. Janie is a member of both the Audrain County Democratic Club and the Monroe Democratic Club.

Next year the National Federation’s annual meeting will be June 4-7, 2015 in Atlantic City, NJ. The Missouri Federation’s annual meeting will be held in St. Joseph with the dates to be announced.

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Callaway Livestock Center, Inc. Kingdom City 573-642-7486 Feeder Cattle Sale Every Monday at 12:30 p.m.

Slaughter Steers & Heifers Monday 10 a.m.

REGULAR FEEDER CATTLE SALE July 7, 2014 Receipts: 1271 Hd. COMPUTER AVE - TOP 673 Steers: Medium & Large Frame Hd. 4-300 & Down..............302.00-312.00 18-300-400 lbs...............285.00-309.00 116-400-500 lbs................274.00-307.00 233-500-600 lbs................260.00-283.50 69-600-700 lbs.................240.00-277.50 72-700-800 lbs.................234.00-244.00 36-800-900 lbs.................201.00-213.00 124-900-1000 lbs.............207.00-211.10

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Monday, July 14--Friday, July 18 Lunch Served Monday-Friday -11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Monday - Baked Porkchop, Dressing, Cowboy Salad, Apple Crisp, Wheat Bread Tuesday - Baked Hamburger Steak, Baked Bean Trio, Zucchini Parmesan, Cantaloupe, Wheat Bread Wednesday - Country Ribs & Krauts, Mac & Cheese, Caesar Salad, Lime Pears Thursday -Baked Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Lima Beans, Sweet Potato Pie, Wheat Bread Friday - Fried Chicken, Potato Wedges, Baked Beans, Caramel Pear Pudding, Wheat Biscuit

Hand & Foot • Bingo

•The Hand & Foot Club met on Thursday, July 3, at the Paris Senior Center with 8 people participating. The winners of a meal ticket were Margaret Olney and Lucille Klingaman.

•Bingo was held on Monday, July 7, with 8 people participating. The winners of a meal ticket were Judy Hollingsworth and Harold Johannaber.

• Call us for all your catering needs.

• Visit the Center’s Website: www.parisseniorcenter.com.

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they are going to find food. They are thankful to have even one pair of pants or a shirt to wear. Most of us have so many clothes that we do not even have a chance to wear all of them. We are blessed beyond measure.

I know we have all had our share of hard times and we are going to continue to have struggles in our lives but I know even in those tough times we have this to be thankful for: God loves us and there is absolutely nothing that can separate us from that love.

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mounted and ready for judging.

I picked one from the group and asked her, “tell me about how this photo was taken and what you were thinking when you took it.”

She calmly and confidently instructed me on how, why, where and when she had taken her photograph.

She went on to explain to me why she had chosen the border and matting she had and the reasoning behind the color choices. After discussing her other photographs and receiving her blue ribbons for the projects she stood and shook my hand and thanked me for my words of praise and of instruction on her work. I set one photo to the side and the assisting 4- H member placed the others on the wall of photographs in the community building. After judging all that night’s photographs, I went back to a small pile of photos I had put aside that shined above all the rest. Out of this stack I had to pick a ”Best of Show.” My eye kept going back to one photo in the bunch - one photo that if I had been able to - I would have bought right then and there for my office. It was a photograph of a Nike basketball falling through a basketball net, shot from below, with sky and clouds above. It was my first, “Best of Show” and that photograph belonged to Payton Gruber. Here I thought I was going to teach the youth something that day and instead Payton taught me a valuable lesson - never assume you know everything about anything and always look for that opportunity to learn something new.

To remember this lesson I learned I just have to look over my desk as this very photograph was given to me upon her graduation as a gesture of thank you for the many pictures I in turn took of her in the course of my job and her school career.

Thank you Payton from the bottom of my heart and maybe also from those young 4-H members who will next week be entrusting me with their dreams and hard work just as you did so many years ago.

521 Heifers: Medium & Large Frame Hd.

3-300 & Down..............279.00-282.50 31-300-400 lbs.................256.00-277.00 101-400-500 lbs.................237.00-271.00 93-500-600 lbs.............232.00-243.00 74-600-700 lbs.................228.00-243.50 198-700-800 lbs.................212.00-225.75 19-800-900 lbs.................174.00-179.50 26 Bred Cows; Better Cows: 1750.001910.00; Small, Old Thin: 1050.00-1400.00 46 Slaughter Cows: High Dressing: 117.00-125.50; Bulk: 100.00-119.00; Low: 90.00-99.00; Thin: 70.00 & Down 5 Slaughter Bulls: 121.00-143.00 All Slaughter Steers & Heifers sold on Monday at 10 a.m. Receipts: 15 Hd. Steers & Heifers: Top: 152.00; Mixed Select: 145.00-152.00

Toll Free 1-573-522-9244 for 24-hour USDA Market Report recording.

We appreciate your business, both buyers and sellers.

Please visit our web site at www.callawaylivestock.com

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CHURCH NEWS

Pastor Kenny’s message today was titled, “Healed

by Humility.” Scripture was taken from James 4:1-14.

Don’t covet, meaning don’t desire other things, desire what God has for you. Don’t be prideful, be humble in your prayers. God does want us to be prosperous, to be healthy and have good marriages. Don’t be a friend of this world, for to do so makes you an enemy of God. We are rich!! Rich in Christ Jesus and we have access to everything that Jesus has access too. Quit trying to battle your old self and each other, turn towards the cross and obey God. Praise for Baker family finding a faulty light switch before it caused any damage to their home.

Prayers for Erion Bergmann, Bonnie Sudsberry, family of Betty Huff, Nora Britt, Don Laird, Alicia Creech, Randy Davis, Valena Booth, Bev Holmes, Bill Meyers, Karen Hobrook, Brenda and Terry Baugh, Paula Maxey, MFUGE staffers, Cracker Barrel employees, those preparing for church camp, service men and women, Janeen Sims, Darrel Watson, families of drowning victims, Mrs. Copeland, Shang Williams and volunteers sandbagging, silent prayers, Sherron Melton, Wendy Pendrod.

Happy birthday to John Baker. Salt Saturday will be July 26. MFUGE group will give their mission trip stories during worship service on July 27. Invitation to Woodhaven’s 50 year celebration on Aug. 23. Church camp for grades 7-12 July 19-23 and grades 2-6 July 23-26. Salt Saturday group and others volunteered at the Community Kitchen in Moberly and plans to make that a regularly scheduled trip, food packs for Festival of Sharing are still being worked on. June is tuna month and July is peanut butter.

Bible study is every Wednesday night, carry in meal at 6 p.m., and study at 6:30 p.m. Sunday school is at 9:30 a.m., and worship service at 10:30 a.m.

The First Christian Church held worship on Sunday, July 6, with Reverend Donna Scott officiating. Her morning message, “The Freedom to Soar,” was based on 1 John 4:7. The Vacation Bible School youth sang “All That I Am,” “Nothing Could Keep Me from You,” “Love Round,” and joined with the congregation to sing “I Saw the Light.” Bob Mitchell, Hope Chandler, and Connor Eckman presented the flags and the Bible. Everyone joined for the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag, the Christian flag, and the Bible. “Blast Off ” Bible School Reflections were given by Vacation Bible School Coordinator, Anita Ness. Those who participated in the service were: Worship Leader Erin Gruber; Elders Everett and Sharon Martin; Diaconate Debbie Boulware, Dede Mitchell, Carol Comstock, and Nadine McKinney; Acolytes Katelyn McGinness and Adam Forrest; Song Leader Mary Beth Mitchell; and Music Director/Pianist Vanessa Forrest.

Announcements are: Wednesday, July 9 - Stewardship Committee Meeting at 6:45 p.m. to discuss Primary Election Ice Cream/Dessert Social on August 5 and Board Meeting 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, July 23 - Elders’ Meeting 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, July 27 - Elders’ Meeting after church.

July Elder’s Helping Hands are Clint Chandler and Nancy Swartz. Pastor Donna Scott’s contacts are (660) 327-1355 or (573) 933-0593. Church contacts are (660) 327-4440 or fc418@centurytel.net.

We extend the Good News of God’s Love through our worship, education, and service to each other, our family, friends, and community.

Everyone is welcome to Adult Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., Junior Church at 10:30 a.m., and worship at 10:45 a.m.

The Bible Memory Verse is: God’s Spirit, who is in you, is greater than the devil, who is in the world. 1 John 4:4.

The weekly thought is: Until God opens the next door for you, praise Him in the hallway.

Services were held at Madison Christian Church on Sunday, July 6, with 37 members and guests in attendance. Rev. Holmes greeted the congregation and led the announcements. Joys and concerns were expressed before Rev. Holmes led the congregation in prayer, followed by the Lord’s Prayer. Paula Delaney and Linda Wood sang “Freely, Freely” as special music. The Lord’s Supper was observed and tithes and offerings were given. Rev. Holmes delivered the morning message and all were invited to Christian Discipleship. Announcements: Youth group meets on Sundays, at 6:30 p.m.

Next Sunday, July 13, we will worship outside under the pavilion and then three baptisms will be held at the Union Covered Bridge at 2 p.m. Serving next Sunday: Karen Forsyth and Junior Hulen, Elders; Christion Hulen, Gay Thomas, Eddy Mitchell, and Debbie Mitchell, Diaconate. Karen Forsyth, Communion Preparer. All are welcome to attend the services of Madison Christian Church.

Fred Vincent was the DJ and sang at the annual Paris Christian Church Fourth, Food and Fellowship on Friday, July, 4.

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Greetings from FaithWalk Ministries – Bishop Harold G. Long, Pastor Morning worship service began at 10:30 a.m.

“Don’t Do It Without Me” – sung by FaithWalk Choir Prayer-led by Elder Helen Fugate Scripture-read by Bro. Michael; Thompson “Chasing After You” – sung by FaithWalk Choir Offering (Seed Planting)-directed by Elder Kelly Ballenger. Our Vision and Mission Statements were read in unison, declaring that FaithWalk Ministry’s constant goal is the work of, “Building and Sustaining Strong Communities by Breaking the Cycle of Addictive Failures.”

“We Need You Lord” – sung by FaithWalk Choir “Whatever You Need, Gods Got It” – sung by Bishop Long and FaithWalk Choir Bishop Long’s message was entitled, “As It Has Been Determined!”

St. Luke 22:22 – “And truly the Son of Man goes as it has been determined, but woe to that man by whom He is betrayed.”

There are three key elements in the text, ‘As It Has Been Determined’ being: 1-What has been determined, 2-Who determined it, and 3-How was it determined?

Life is lived by determined things and events, some we have control over to a point, and some we don’t.

The determined things we have control over are the seeds that we have sowed in life that produces the determined outcome or result in life.

In the complete scope of things, God is the only one Who controls all things determined. The Bible declares in Acts 17:26 & 28a - And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation; 28- For in him we live, and move, and have our being; as certain also of your own poets have said,

We see that the sovereignty of God is what determined their appointed times and their boundaries. His sovereignty means: His supreme power and rule. This truth about God makes it difficult for us to accept some things that happen to us and makes it hard to sometimes to trust the sovereignty of God, especially when those determined things we experience hurt and are painful, which make it hard to see the grace of God at work in it.

The Word of God reminds us in Romans 8:28 – And we know that all things work together for the good of them that love the LORD and to them that are the called according to His purpose. This is good news to the child of God! The purpose of God has determined that His Holy Spirit works together all things for the good of the child of God, as it has been determined.

Come and worship with us! Weekly service times: Tuesday at 7 p.m., Thursday at 7 p.m., and Sunday at 10:30 a.m., and 7 p.m. God bless you!

Organist, Jane Akers, opened services at Holliday Christian Church on July 6 with the prelude. Reverend David Holmes welcomed all in attendance, including guests, Donnie and Judy Thomas.

The church will host the homemade ice cream/cake social and political candidate speaking on Friday, July 11; serving will begin at 5:30 p.m. The church annual meeting has been scheduled for 6 p.m., on Sunday evening, July 13; hamburgers, brats and hot dogs will be provided.

Happy birthday was sung to Brad Callison and Melissa Vanlandingham. “My Country, ‘Tis of Thee” was the opening hymn; pastoral prayer and Gloria Patri followed.

Prayer concerns were expressed for: Aaron Eckman and Adam Wallberg. The joy of having Virginia Vanlandingham feeling better and able to attend church and for Harold Wilson feeling better after having a pacemaker “installed” was shared. Sympathy was extended to the families of Richard Shannon and Rex Forsyth.

Singing of the prayer hymn, “I Need Thee Every Hour” was followed by pastoral prayer and unison recital of the Lord’s Prayer. “O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee” was the communion hymn sung as elders, Opal Johnston and Sally Blakemore, went forward to serve.

Diaconate: Mendy Blades and Diane Wilson. Following sharing of communion and collection of offerings, the doxology closed the communion service.

To open the morning message, Reverend Holmes shared humorous and thought provoking readings, “Only in America”. Two passages of scripture from Galatians 1:6-9 and 1Timothy 2:1-6 were shared to illustrate the message, “Patriots and Christians”. Several examples of this country’s founding fathers and the sacrifices they made in their lives and of their families during the Revolutionary War were cited. As those patriots made a bold declaration of their purpose, so we as Christians must also make that declaration and pay a high price to declare that we will live our lives for Jesus who died for us.

Following the closing hymn, “O Beautiful for Spacious Skies”, Andrea and Brandon Callison went forward to confess their faith and belief in Jesus before the congregation. As the “Spirit Song” was sung, Andrea and Brandon joined Reverend Holmes to greet the congregation as they left the sanctuary.

A time for fellowship and to enjoy refreshments was observed in the church basement. Sandy Callison read “God’s Spirit Produces Gentleness” from “365 Things God Wants Us to Know”. Jim McMorris shared that two of his ancestors served their country in the Seige of Yorktowne during the Revolutionary War. Also during that war, Phil Willoughby’s ancestor served in a governorship capacity for Massachusetts under the Queen’s reign. Jim Mcorris then led the group in prayer and in study of the Acts – Second Chapter.

Services are held each Sunday at Holliday Christian Church beginning with worship at 9:30 a.m., followed

by Bible Study at 10:30 a.m. All are welcomed and encouraged to attend.

an Church hristi C e ill Granv Pastor Fran Schnarre “The Solid Rock” was the prelude presented by Kathy Miller on the piano. Floyd Lawson gave the invocation. Mac Wilt gave a special prayer for the safety and work of those on mission trip.

Announcements: (All events p.m. unless otherwise indicated) Wednesday, July 9, Prayer Meeting 6:15, Adult Choir 7 and Business Meeting 8:06. Associational Camp for Youth, July 19-23 and July 23-26 for children. Thursday, July 31, 6:30, Ladies Salad Supper, First Baptist Church of Paris; bring favorite salad to share. Program will be given by Reverend Wesley Hammond, Associational Mission Trip.

During January through May, Our Father’s Closet has served: 44 families with food and 191 people with clothing.

Cheryl Gholson gave the children’s sermon. She showed some pencils; marine pencil, one with $50 bill on it, blue one, etc. They all had erasers. This would take care of any mistakes we made so we wouldn’t have to scratch it out. She said the pencils remind her of people who are all different. Though different they each need Jesus. Jesus is there to take away the mistakes when we ask him to be in our life. Jesus covers our sins. He is our eraser.

Steve Ensor sang a solo, “Let Them See You” for the Personal Worship Moment. He referenced Philippians 1:27. Regina Ensor led children’s church. Special music was sung by Steve Ensor, “We Believe”. His Biblical reference was 1 Psalm 1:1-2.

Reverend Jimmie Stewart gave the message from God’s Word, “Discover, Decide, Defend” from 1 Peter 3:15-18. 1 Peter 3:15 tells us to always give the reason for the hope that you have in Christ. “But do this with gentleness and respect”. Once we believe in Jesus as God’s son, we need to make a decision to follow Him. At Christ’s death on the cross some knew that he was truly the Son of God. Sometimes we make wrong decisions and God is not going to honor them.

In the Upper Room Jesus met the disciples on the evening of the first day of the week after the crucifixion. He told them, “As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” Choosing to follow is not always an easy task. The disciples were ready to take a stand for Jesus.

The Grace United Methodist Church held worship service Sunday, July 6, which was Independence Sunday.

Pastor Bonnie Sudsberry message was, ”Watch Out for the Woes.” based on Matthew 11: 11-30.

The Children’s Little Sermon was given by Konnie Wilson.

Sunday, July 13 is our Fellowship Dinner 11:45 a.m.

Monday, July 14, is the Adult Bible Study group at 6:30 p.m.

The Festival of Sharing books are on the back table for you to take.

Granville Christian Church will honor its 2014 graduates on Sunday, July 20. Our annual fish fry will be Sept. 6.

Last Sunday we celebrated the baptism of two young people, Cody Shumard and Jasmine Holt, at the Union Covered Bridge. Many family members and friends were in attendance.

Vacation Bible School will be an evening event, Wednesday, Aug. 6, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

We are still sending care packages to servicemen and women in the combat zones. Please contact Brenda Coffman with names and addresses.

Come spend an hour in worship with the One who continuously remakes you, saves you and loves you, at 11 a.m. on the first, third and fifth Sundays (July 20, Aug. 3, 17, and 31). Sunday School is held at 10 a.m., every Sunday and communion follows on the weeks when we do not have worship services.

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Pastor John Grimmett

The Paris Presbyterian Church held worship service Sunday, July 6. The ushers for this week’s servcie were Albert Sinkclear and John Hayhurst. Patti Grimmett led the congregation into worship service with, “Fantasia On America.” Pastor John Grimmett led the prayer of confession.

Pastor John Grimmett read the announcements and asked for prayer concerns. He gave a pastoral prayer and The Lord’s Prayer. The special music piece was, “What Did He Die For?” Pastor John Grimmett read the scripture reading from Romans 8:18-39. Pastor John Grimmett gave the message entitled, “Purpose, Power, Freedom, and Faith.” The closing hymn was, “God Bless America.” Patti Grimmett led the congregation out of worship service with, “A Joyous Acclamation.”

The Paris Presbyterian Church will hold worship service next Sunday, July 13. Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by worship service at 10:45 a.m.

Anyone is welcome to attend

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ton, Becky Vanlandingham, Mary Johnson, Annie Herron, Heather Watson, Robbie Turner, Charles and Jane Callis. Other supporters were: Paris First Baptist Church, Hickman’s IGA, Holliday Christian Church, Monroe County Co-op Service Co., Paris Senior Center, Gleason Club, Country Homemakers Club, Cradle to College Club, Evans Club, P.E.O. Chapter Y, and Karen Conley at Monroe County Extension Office.

The next scheduled Red Cross Blood Drive at the Paris Baptist Church is Sept. 25.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Monroe City Youth Fair set for July 1416 at Monroe City Lions Club Field Services Sunday, July 6 began with Patti Grimmett playing “America the Beautiful” on the piano followed by singing “The Star Spangled Banner”, “My Country ‘Tis of Thee”, “”Doxology”, “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” and “America the Beautiful”.

Pastor John Grimmett let the Call to Worship and A Prayer of Confession with prayer for JD Whelan; Helen Kennon; Bryan Carey; Dorothy Woodhurst; Arian Gordman; John Bergthold; Darrell Watson; our country; the emigrant’s; Amanda Grimmett; the Randall and Shonda Galloway family; the Hufferman family; praises for Sherry Cleaver and thank you from the Grimmett’s.

The church was challenged to do five acts of “Love in July” and baby items are needed for the church project; Happy Birthday was sang to Jere Nelson.

Patti played guitar and sang “What Did He Die For?”.

The message “Purpose, Power, Freedom and Faith” was based on scripture from Romans 8:18-39. A lot of suffering has been so that we can have freedom...You are a saint - a believer! If God is for us - who can be against us? Jesus is praying for you. Nothing can separate us from God which is in Christ Jesus. Stephen was the first to die as a martyr... there is persecution throughout the world for believing in Jesus Christ. Consider the scriptures to find God’s purpose for your life! Who are you?

God has a purpose for your life - you can reach out with the love of Jesus Christ to someone today. Live life as a witness! We’re restless until we find rest in God! Communion and Offertory was led by Earl Sweitzer as Patti played “God of Our Fathers”.

All retired in fellowship as Patti played “God Bless America’.

Services are held every Sunday at 9 a.m., and all are encouraged to come hear the word of the Lord.

Remember our freedoms and thank God for them!

The July 6 worship hour of the Perry Christian Church remembered the Independence Day Holiday.

Arlen Provancha sang “This Is My Country”. Greg Harrison introduced Pastor Jim Walker, his wife Shirley and son Nathan. Pastor Walker filled the pulpit for today. Their friends from Moberly were also welcomed.

Arlen announced VBS will be July 20-24 and they are in need of individuals to be crew leaders and a photographer. Call Arlen if you can help “America, The Beautiful” was sung in praise. Floyd Seelow had several members of his family with him helping to celebrate his birthday. Logene and Lois Friday will have an anniversary July 13. Betty Fry will have her 90th birthday July 11. Cards can be sent to her at Monroe Manor, 200 South St., Paris, 65275.

“A Song of Peace” was the prayer hymn. Sympathies were for the families of Carol Moseley, Gordon Groves, Edith Webber and Kirk Worley. “Alleluia” was the response.

Pastor Walker gave the invitation to share the Lord’s Supper. “God of Our Fathers” was the communion hymn. Greg Harrison and Arlen offered the Elder’s Prayers. Deacons were Nancy Seelow, Warren Hetrick, David and Wyatt Lewellen.

Our special music was a piano solo, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” by Floyd’s granddaughter, Kathryn.

Alisha Eisele told the children about Jesus being their friend and taking their burdens from them if they come to Him for help when they have problems.

Psalms 145:8-14 was read by Jim Gay for the pastor’s sermon, “When Saying Thanks is Not Enough”. Giving thanks to God is not the same as blessing God. We should be blessing God with our lips,(what we say) eyes (what we see), minds (our thoughts) and decisions we make in life. We need to encourage America to Bless God, not just have God bless America.

“Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus” was the invitation hymn. Pastor Walker gave the benediction and to close the service “God Bless America” was sung, with recognition for America Blessing God.

The Monroe City Youth Fair will be held July 14-16, at the Monroe City Lions Club Field.

The fair is open to FFA members of the following chapters: Monroe City, North Shelby, South Shelby, Paris, Mark Twain, Palmyra, Hannibal and Marion County. It is also open to 4-H clubs meeting the school district and having members living in the school district: Lucky Four, Lucky Stars, Mark Twain, Pleasant Day, Stone and Cannon Kids.

Setup will begin at 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 13 and setup for the beef show will be done immediately following the sheep show.

Livestock shows are as follows: The goat show will be held Monday, July 14, at 5 p.m., weigh in will be at 3 p.m.

The sheep show will begin at 6 p.m. on Monday, July 14, weigh in will begin at 4 p.m.

The swine show will begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15; they will be weighed as they are unloaded or as soon as possible.

The beef show will be at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, weigh in will begin at The

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4 p.m. Beef cattle cannot arrive before 1 p.m.

Registration papers are expected on purebred classes. Sheep must be listed on a health certificate prior to coming to the fair. A veterinarian will be on hand to inspect swine and cattle. Cattle must be free of lesions,

warts and ringworm.

Members can pick up a fair book at the Monroe City Ag Department along with a registration form. Pre-registration is not required. You may contact Sean Frankenbach at 573-735-4626 ext.

1125 or sfrankenbach@ monroe.k12.mo.us.

There will also be a portion of the fair open to Monroe City FFA members only. Members may bring field crops, planting for wildlife, vegetable and garden, and farm mechanics and woodworking displays to the Lions Barn on Monday, July 14 from 9 a.m. until noon

On March 26, Grain Belt Express Clean Line LLC (“Grain Belt Express”) filed an application with the Missouri Public Service Commission (“Commission”) for a certificate of convenience and necessity. The application proposes to construct a high voltage, direct current transmission line and associated facilities within Buchanan, Clinton, Caldwell, Carroll, Chariton, Randolph, Monroe and Ralls Counties, Missouri (collectively, the “Counties”).

On June 27, 2014, the Commission issued an order scheduling local public hearings and directing notice of the hearings to interested persons. Due to subsequent scheduling conflicts, the Commission will amend the hearing schedule. The Commission will not conduct a question-and-answer session before the beginning of the hearings.

THE COMMISSION ORDERS THAT: 1. The Commission shall hold local public hearings as follows: See insert 2. The local public hearings shall be held in a facility that meets the accessibility requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any person who needs additional accommodation to participate in the hearing should call the Public Service Commission’s Hotline at 1-800-392-4211 (voice) or Relay Missouri at 711 before the hearing.

3. The Data Center of the Missouri Public Service Commission shall serve a copy of this order upon the county commission of each of the Counties.

4. The Public Information Office of the Missouri Public Service Commission shall send a copy of this order to members of the General Assembly who represent residents of the Counties and to the media that serve any of the Counties.

5. Grain Belt Express shall provide notice of the

local public hearings by placing advertisements in newspapers serving each county in which a local public hearing is scheduled to be held at least ten (10) calendar days before the date of the local public hearing. The advertisements shall, at a minimum, inform persons of the date, time, location, and purpose of the hearing and shall be no smaller than 1/8 page in size.

6. This order shall become effective immediately upon issuance.

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20382 Highway 24 Holliday, Mo. 660-651-7286 or 660-266-3008 (shop)

Auto Body

AAA & All Major Road Service Providers

SUZANNE GRIFFITH

24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE

Whirlpool • GE • Fisher Paykel Appliances Sales & Service

Arnie and Susan L. Neely

201 Fairground Road • Shelbina, Mo. 573-588-4188

Robey

Not sure what to do about your car’s damage?

Put Damage in Reverse

J & L Collision & Glass AT

Jerry & Leisa Graupman Glass replacement, body work & paint.

200 E. Main St. Perry, MO ~ Right across from Casey’s 573-565-1100 (Phone) • 573-565-1101 (Fax)

Building Supply, Inc.

Russ Thomas Paris, MO 660-327-4147 Hwy. 15 & Bus. 24 Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Madison, MO 660-291-5795 Wed. 12 - 5 p.m.

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• Certainteed Vinyl Siding • Tamko Shingles • Lumber • Doors • Plumbing Supplies • Glass Repair WIDE SELECTION OF • tools and electrical supplies • replacement windows • much more!!

573-735-4635 573-735-4630

107 N. Vine Monroe City, MO

Salt River Community Care now offers Outpatient Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy along with Inpatient stays for short or long term.

Contact us at 573-588-4175 or check out our web site at www.saltrivernursinghome.com 142 Shelby Plaza Shelbina, MO Libby Youse, Administrator.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

The Eastern Missouri Crappie Club will hold their fish weigh-in on Saturday, July 12, at 3:30 p.m., at the Monroe County Courthouse. All are invited. The group freely gives generously to county groups including MCCS.

Terry Ballard enjoys the Paris Christian Church Fourth Food and Fellowship.

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REAL ESTATE

SERVICES

HAYHURST REAL ESTATE

DANDELION PROBLEMS? See us at CO-OP Agri-Service, Hwy. 24 W., Paris. ......................................15-tfn FLY CONTROL: Back rubs, bullets, fly spray, Permectrin, fly dust and dust bags available at Monroe County COOP. (660) 3274195..............................16-tfn SULLIVAN SHOW SUPPLIES: Grooming products, combs and brushes, ropes and many other accessories and products available at Monroe County COOP. (660) 3274195..............................16-tfn PARIS MO TRUCK AND AUTO: Lawn mower and Small Engine repair. See Randy Wilkerson, small engine mechanic at Paris MO Truck and Auto. 660-3271371...........................18-tfn NOW WORKING ON: Valtra and Mahindra Tractors.

Paris MO Truck & Auto, 200 E. Madison, Paris. (660) 3271371..............................24-tfn

23815 Hwy 24 West • Paris, MO www.hayhurstrealestate.com

509 Cooper, Paris MO - This 3 bed 2 bath home offers a big open living room with fireplace. Huge dining room for entertaining. Large master bedroom.

Laundry room on the main floor! Home sits on a over sized lot on a very quiet street in Paris. Newer back deck, and newer furnace and central air!

62 M/L acres near South Fork of Mark Twain Lake. The tract has Corp. ground that adjoins the property. Water and electric is available. Very private area. The county road dead ends at the property. Has a nice opening on the property to build a weekend place or to set your new home. The current owner will retain ownership of the road that goes through the property to get back to his place. Also the buyer cannot sub divide the ground anything less than 20 acre tracts. Asking $2,750 an acre.

418 Cooper, Paris MO - Gorgeous completely remodeled home from top to bottom! This home offers 2477 sq ft of above ground living space with also an additional 1322 in the basement. New stone front porch entry way with custom made solid oak front door.

126 Bodine, Paris, MO - Very Clean 3 bedroom home on partially finished basement. One car attached garage with Breezeway. Big back deck for entertaining! Very nice sized living room with a fireplace.Appliances stay! Forced heat with central air. Would make somebody a nice maintenance free home. Should qualify for USDA 0 down or FHA / VA loan.

411 W. Cooper, Paris, MO - Ready to move into, Well Maintained, Updated two-story home in Paris, Mo. Home offers 4 bedrooms with 1.5 baths. 2 car detached garage. Home has been updated with newer windows, siding, and roof. Big living room. Main floor laundry room. One bedroom on the main floor with the other three upstairs.

See our website for pictures on all listings.

Mark Twain Lake Area • Farms • Residental • Hunting

660-327-1507(Bus.) 573-473-0776 (Cell) Daniel Miller: 573-808-2676 (Cell) e-mail: john@hayhurstrealestate.com

209 N. Main St., Paris, MO 65275

660-327-5193

www.adams-realty.com

POSTED

The land owned or rented by the following are posted against trespassing for the 2012-13 hunting season. The charge is $1.00 per line each week for the season and is to be PAID IN ADVANCE.

AUCTION COL. JAMES L. JOHNSTON Auctioneer, Realtor, Appraiser Hwy. 24, Madison, MO 660-291-5921 • 800-404-3400

SERVICE DRY DOCK OPEN FISHING HOURS: Open 6 Days a Week at 6 a.m.

GARAGE SALE HUGE GARAGE SALE: Friday, July 11, 12 - ? and Saturday, July 12, 8 a.m. - ?. 161 Bodine St.,Paris............28-1t

FOR SALE FOR SALE Used Grain Bins 9,000 BU with floors in Madison, Mo. (573) 473-4551

A heartfelt thank you to all the volunteers who helped make our 4th of July BBQ a successful fundraiser! A special thank you to all who donated, food, beverages and “especially” their time! The Eckman family’s donation of hamburger was truly a blessing! We are blessed with our community’s support! God Bless you all!

Paris First Christian Church

Thanks to our friends and family for cards, prayers, visits and call of concern since Boug’s surgery.

We are truly blessed to live in a caring community!

Boug & Sandra Francis

Plumbing • Heating Cooling • Electrical Work Call Little Rick Heitmeyer

HELP WANTED

SERVICES

Jane Miller Farm (6/6/15) Carl & Roger Ball (11/21/14) Ronald R. Krigbaum (6/6/15) Jerry Bogle Farms (10/31/14)

HELP WANTED

•660-327-4726• •573-473-6494•

HELP WANTED USDA-Monroe County Farm Service Agency has a vacancy for a full-time permanent position. The open application period is from Wednesday, July 9, 2014, to Wednesday, July 23, 2014. Grade potential will be based on education, work experience, agriculture knowledge, and background. Please visit usajobs. gov to complete the on-line application process.

Questions may be directed to Tony Francis, County Executive Director at 660 327 4137. USDA-FSA is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employeer.

Now Excepting All Major Credit Cards

LEGALS

THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO DEFENDANT, Michael J. Steffen YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, State of Missouri, the general nature of which is a petition for determination of father-child relationship proceeding filed by Nicole E. Bassler.

The names of all parties to said action are stated above in the caption hereto, and the name and address of the attorney for the Plaintiff is: Joseph A. Brannon, c/o Briscoe, Rodenbaugh & Brannon, Attorneys at Law, P.O. Box 446, New London, Missouri 63459.

You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petition within (45) days after the 3rd day of July, 2014, judgment by default will be rendered against you.

THANK YOU

Little Rick’s Plumbing

VERLE HUGENOT 660-676-4620 Broker Associate BRANDIE KINNAMAN 573-933-0612 Sales Associate DARREN ADAMS 573-819-1518 Broker/Owner

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

CLASSIFIED ADS

Mechanical Madness would like to thank everyone who sponsored and attended the tractor pull in Paris.

We had another successful year thank you for your continued support.

Contact your local agent!

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY AT PARIS, MISSOURI MARSHALL LEE BASSLER, a minor by his Next Friend, Nicole E. Bassler, and NICOLE E. BASSLER, Individually, Plaintiffs, vs. MICHAEL J. STEFFEN, Defendant.

Case No. 14MN-CV00081

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The first publication of this notice will be the 3rd day July, 2014.

Witness my hand and seal of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Missouri Circuit Court, this 24th day of June, 2014.

Heather Wheeler, Circuit Clerk Pennie Miller, Deputy Clerk Published on: July 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2014 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI AT PARIS PROBATE DIVISION ESTATE OF M YVONNE GARNETT, DECEASED

NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT

To all persons interested in the Estate of M YVONNE GARNETT, Deceased, Estate No. 13MN-PR00031 Notice is hereby given that the undersigned Personal Representative of said estate, will file a final settlement and petition for distribution in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Missouri, on the 1st day of July, 2014 or as continued by the court.

Objections to the final settlement or petition for distribution shall be in writing and filed within twenty days from the date said final settlement is filed.

CHARLES GARNETT, Personal Representative RICHARD FREDRICK, Attorney at Law July 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2014

MONROE MANOR NURSING HOME

MANUFACTURING OPENINGS Hubbell Power Systems (AB Chance) in Centralia, Mo., is seeking qualified candidates for various positions including: Certified Welder, Cellular Operator, Utility Operator, Forging Operator, Galvanizer.

Wage Range: $14.66-15.98 (based on position classification) HS diploma or equivalent required.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work in extreme heat conditions.

Multiple openings on all 3 shifts. Competitive wages and benefits.

Please apply and submit your application in person to: Human Resources 710 E Switzler St Centralia, MO 65240 EEO AA: M/F/D/V

HELP WANTED Grain Bin Supply Co., LLC s looking for top-notch people who would love to love their job for the following position: GRAIN BIN CONSTRUCTION LABORER Applicants must be honest, diligent, have a valid driver’s license and pass a drug screen.

Opportunities for advancement for exceptional performers.

Applications will be accepted in person only on: Thursday and Friday, July 10-11 • 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

1136 Cairo Outer Road, Cario, MO 65239 No phone calls please.

is looking for hard working, dependable, long term employees.

If interested in working with a team of professional healthcare providers, Monroe Manor is interested in you!

We have the following positions available: Full Time RN- Day Shift 6 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Every other weekend * sign on bonus * Please contact DON for details Employee benefits include: Sick Pay*Vacation*Personal Days* Insurance Apply at Monroe Manor 200 South Street • Paris, MO 65275 (660) 327-4125

MONROE MANOR NURSING HOME is looking for hard working, dependable, long term employees.

If interested in working with a team of professional healthcare providers, Monroe Manor is interested in you!

We have the following position available: Student Laundry Aide/Housekeeping Must be 16 years of age or older to apply.

For more details, contact the Bldg and Grounds Supervisor Apply at Monroe Manor 200 South Street • Paris, MO 65275 (660) 327-4125

HEAD COOK POSITION Madison C-3 School is seeking a full-time head cook. Starting wage $9.00/hr. plus benefits.

Application can made in the Superintendent’s Office of the Madison C-3 School District, 309 Thomas St., Madison, Mo.

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Angela Willier and Ricky Don Larrick wed June 7

Angela Rae and Ricky Don Larrick

Angela Rae Willier, daughter of John and Sheryl Willier, of Paris was married on Saturday, June 7, 2014, to Ricky Don Larrick, son of Julius and Shirley Larrick of Shelbina. The bride chose June 7, to honor her parents on their 50th wedding anniversary. Her parents were married 50 years ago on the same day, location, and time.

The afternoon ceremony took place at the First Baptist Church with Rev. Wayne LaForce of Quincy, Illnois, former pastor and friend officiating. A reception followed in the church fellowship hall.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore an ivory tea length gown featuring an illusion

Santa Fe Precinct #17 moves

According to Monroe County Clerk Sandra Francis, the polling place for voters in Santa Fe Precinct #17 has been moved from the Santa Fe Community Center to the Santa Fe Christian Church Fellowship Hall.

The reason for the change is due to the fact that election laws require all polling places to be handicapped assessable.

Voter Registration Cards showing the new polling place will be mailed out this week to all registered voters in the Santa Fe Precinct. Anyone with questions are urged to contact the County Clerk’s Office.

neckline, beaded lace appliqués and cap sleeves.

She carried a bouquet of hydrangeas and tea lilies.

She also carried a handkerchief given to her by her aunt, Gwen Mattingly, which had previously belonged to her great grandmother Rose McKee. Pam Walton of Middleton, Missouri served as the matron of honor for her sister. She wore a tea length coral gown and carried a bouquet of roses.

Tim Larrick, brother of the groom was the best man. Serving as ushers were Ron Larrick, brother of the groom and Steve Walton, brother-in-law of the bride.

Larissa Larrick, niece of the groom and daughter of Tim and Michelle Lar-

rick of Shelbina, served as the flower girl. She wore a tea length coral dress and carried a basket of coral rose pedals.

Peyson Larrick, nephew of the groom and son of Tim and Michelle Larrick of Shelbina, and Seth Willier Walton, nephew of the bride and son of Pam and Steve Walton served as the ring bearers. Peyson carried a box to hold the rings and Seth carried a pillow that had been used in his parent’s wedding to hold the rings.

Judy Bundy of Salem, Illinois, was the organist.

Judy is a close friend and was the first piano teacher of the bride. Justin and Kathryn Ensor of Holliday were the vocalist at the wedding. They sang three songs throughout the service. The songs were “Household of Faith”, “Delighted In Me”, and “From this Moment”.

Justin had been a former student of the bride and Kathryn had taken piano lessons from the bride when she was much younger.

Kim English, cousin of the bride, greeted people at the guestbook. The nephew of the bride, Jacob Walton and Michelle Larrick, sister-in-law of the groom were responsible for passing out the programs and assisting with the gifts.

Those helping at the reception, cutting the cake and serving the punch were Donna Jones of Fulton, Chanda Huffman of Paris, Bonnie Hinds of Centralia, Debbie Mann of Mexico, and Rhonda Detienne of Paris. They each wore coral aprons to accent their dresses. They were made by Linda Work of Colorado.

The bride is a second grade teacher at Chance Elementary in Centralia.

The groom is a self employed grain and livestock farmer in Shelbina. They reside southeast of Paris.

The bride and groom were blessed with three showers. The showers were given by Chanda Huffman for the friends and neighbors in Paris, Chance Elementary teachers and staff, and Sallie Millen, Pam West, and Betty Wilson for the church family and friends.

HELP WANTED City of Perry - Part-time Police Officer The City of Perry is currently accepting applications for a part time police officer. This position will require 20-32 hours per week.

Applications can be picked up at Perry City Hall located at 127 East Main Street, Perry, between the hours of 8 am - 12 pm, 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm, MondayFriday. All applications must be turned into Perry City Hall by 4:30 pm on July 25, 2014.

The City of Perry is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Dr. Paige Gibler and Gavin Clark marry in Florida Paige Gibler and Gavin Clark were married May 2, 2014 on North Captiva Island, in Florida. A reception for family and friends was hosted at the Moberly Municipal Auditorium on May 10, 2014.

Parents of the couple are Nelson and Michelle Gibler, of Centralia and Greg and Jane Clark, of Salisbury.

Grandparents are Harold “Sonny” Morehead, of Paris, Libby Baker Morehead, of Centralia, the late Fred and Clara Gibler, of Madison, Jean Marie Harvey, of Keytesville, the late Jerry Clark, of Salisbury, Virginia Slightom, of Salisbury, and the late Paul Slightom, of Salisbury.

The bride, a 2008 graduate of Centralia High School, received a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Pharmacy at the University of Missouri-Columbia in May 2014. She is a pharmacist at Red Cross Pharmacy in Salisbury.

The groom, a 2006

Gavin and Dr. Paige Gibler Clark

graduate of Salisbury High School, received a degree in biology from

Missouri Valley College in 2010. He is an auctioneer in Salisbury.

Donald and Marjorie DeVault celebrate 50th Anniversary Donald and Marjorie (Gipson) DeVault are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. The couple was married on June 28, 1964, at First Baptist Church in Mexico by the Reverend Marvin Jones.

The couple moved to rural Monroe County 43 years ago and have farmed there ever since. Don is also a rural mail carrier in Centralia and Margie has worked at Wonneman’s Flowers for 25 years.

Don and Margie have three children; Troy DeVault and wife Annette of Columbia, Cindy Phillips and husband Sean of Mexico, and Kimberly Carroll of Mexico. They have also been blessed with five granddaughters: Taylor and Morgan DeVault, Natalie and Ellen Phillips, and Jeraka Carroll.

The couple celebrated their special day with their children and grandchildren.

Mr. and Mrs. Don DeVault celebrate 50 years of marriage

Ida Jean Whelan garners “Garden of the Month” honors The Monroe County Gardeners met at Nelly’s in Moberly, on Monday, June 9, with six members and two guests present.

It was decided to give Ida Jean Whelan the “Garden of the Month” honor.

Jim Briggs of Four

Acres Nursery gave the program on ornamental grasses. He also gave us a lot of hints.

Lynn Blades and Nancy Crain are going to the nursery on Monday to pick out the plants for the fairground flower bed.

They will plant them on

Tuesday.

The July 14 meeting will be at Lois Spencer’s with a salad supper. Everyone is to bring a salad, acrylic paints and small paint brushes for a craft project. The meeting will be a 6:30 p.m.

Elect Susan McCarty to the Macon Electric Cooperative Board of Directors “My parents, Ronald and Phyllis Belt, instilled in me a love of learning, and a heart for serving. I would consider it an honor and a privilege to serve you on the MEC board.”

Paid for by Susan McCarty

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Ida Jean Whelan took “Garden of the Month” honors.

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