PP 9.24.14

50¢ September 24, 2014

Pittsfield, IL Thank you,

Richard Emerson of Perry, for subscribing to Pike Press!

Society

Parker turns 90.

See page b1

NEWS

Milton Corn Carnival Friday.

See page a3

News

Apple Festival royalty.

See page a8

SPORTS

Athens hands Saukees loss.

See page c10 pikepress.com

INSIDE Classified . . . . . . . . . . c6 Community . . . . . . . . a7 County News . . . . . . . . . . . . . a2,a3,a8,a9,a10,b2,b3 Court . . . . . . . . . . . . . c8 Marketplace . . . . . C2-3 Obituaries . . . . . . . . . a6 Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . A4 Op-Ed . . . . . . . . . . . . A5 Our Town . . . . . . . . . b4 Public Notice . . . . . . . b6 Society . . . . . . . . . . . . B1 Sports . . . . . . . . . c9-10

Obituaries in this issue: Boyd, Griffeth, Kramer, Mink, Phillips, Swartz.

© 2014

Pike Press

All rights reserved.

This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Pike Press

pikepress.com

Vol. 172, No. 39

Farmers report bumper corn crop

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press Farmers in Pike and Scott counties report a bumper corn crop so far in the early harvest season.

“This year’s corn is an exceptional crop,” Blake Roderick, executive director of the Pike and Scott county farm bureaus, said by phone Monday morning. “It’s better than average and perhaps some of the best corn to date, historically.”

“We’re seeing some pretty good crops,” Wayne Brown, Winchester farmer and Scott County Farm Bureau president, said by phone Monday afternoon.

“I know several farmers I’ve talked to are very pleased with their yields so far. They’re probably some of the best we’ve ever seen.”

Both counties are seeing high corn yields, Roderick said.

Scott farmers “got into it in a big way the end of last week. Pike’s been at it about two weeks already.”

Brenton Dean, Griggsville, has begun harvesting corn and is pleased.

“The lighter soil type seems well above average, and our good soils are about as good as they’ve ever been,” Dean said by phone Thursday afternoon. “I’m more impressed with the lower producing soil yields at this point in the harvest.”

Tom Barger, Pittsfield, is seeing field averages around 200 bushels per acre, he said by phone Monday morning. “We usually see between 165 and 180 bushels per acre,” Barger said.

Farmers attribute the unusually high yields this year to the mild summer weather.

“We never had the corn under stress,” Dean said.

High corn yields this early in the season have resulted in full silos and long hours at the elevators, with most too full to take any more corn right now.

“I’ve been hauling to Cargill in Florence since Griggsville’s full of wet corn,” Dean said.

“You can only dry so much corn,” but with warm weather expected “in the near future, the corn should dry more in the fields so it won’t take as long to dry.”

Nikki Liehr/Pike Press

Harvest is in full swing in Pike County. Here, Kevin Waters unloads corn Saturday near Fishhook. Many area farmers are seeing record-breaking yield numbers this harvest season.

“There will be a lot of corn on the ground. The concern is how long it will stay on the ground,” Roderick said. “A year like this really emphasizes the importance of river navigation to move a crop of this size down to the Gulf.”

With higher yields come lower prices.

“Unfortunately, it’s kind of taking a drastic downturn, especially during harvest time, reflecting reports of higher yield right now,” Brown said.

“The price for grain is half what we had a year ago, but expenses are the same if not higher,” Dean said.

Winter predictions around $3.70 to $3.80 were downgraded to $3.50 in the spring, and “now we’re flirting with $3 corn as opposed to $6 corn with last year.”

Wet weather in late August and early September delayed the harvest somewhat, according to Brown and Dean.

“The corn and soybean harvest should go into Thanksgiving,” a delay of two to three weeks, “unless we get tremendous dry weather here on out,” Dean said.

Due to the late moisture, bean yields are not

anticipated to be as good as the corn has been.

“We’ll probably be disappointed in those yields,” Dean said. “We had a wet August and sudden death syndrome, which tends to (occur) in wet, cool conditions.”

Bean harvesting has not begun in earnest in either county, according to Roderick.

Barger anticipates it will be “another two to three weeks” before he begins harvesting his bean fields.

“Some beans are already harvested in Scott County” and most should be ready to harvest “by the end of this week, early next week,” Brown said.

‘Hitler’ sent home from PHS Monday Noncompliance plagues hotel tax collection

By Justin A. Cobb Pike Press A Pittsfield High School student who dressed as Adolf Hitler for Homecoming Week’s “Good versus Evil Day” was sent home Monday morning after refusing to remove parts of the costume the principal found offensive, according to the student’s mother.

“My son was kicked out of school today for dressing as Hitler for good versus evil day for homecoming week,” Rachel Shonhart, Pittsfield, mother of Kyler Phillips, the student who was sent home, said via Facebook message Monday afternoon. “(Angie) Greger,” PHS principal, “demanded he remove his swastika armband because she found it offensive,” and “(h)e refused with my blessing,” Shonhart said.

“This happened as soon as he got to school,” Matt Shonhart, Phillips’s stepfather, said by phone Tuesday morning.

“Kyler said he got out of his car and started walking up to the front foyer and, according to him,” Greger “stopped him before he could walk into the school, telling him, ‘Take the armband off before you get into the school,’” Matt Shonhart said.

Kyler replied, “No, because then no one will know I’m dressed as Hitler. It’s what makes the costume,” Matt Shonhart

said.

“He wouldn’t take the swastika off.

She also asked him to take the jacket off, as well, just a plain olive drab green jacket, but the armband was what offended her the most,” Matt Shonhart said.

Multiple attempts to reach Greger to answer questions were unsuccessful.

Supt. Paula Hawley could not comment on the specific incident due to state and federal laws safeguarding student privacy but suggested an incident such as this would typically be addressed as a dress code violation, speaking by phone Tuesday afternoon.

“When we have a dress code issue at a school, we follow our policy, which prohibits offensive or vulgar language and symbols,” Hawley said.

“When something is in question, we ask (the student) to remove it or change their clothing.

“If they do that, no problem, but if they don’t, then it’s typically dealt with as a dress code violation and disciplined accordingly,” Hawley said.

Phillips received no suspension or detention from the incident, according to Matt Shonhart, “just sent home. He’s back at school today.”

Greger called Phillips’s mother soon after the incident occurred to tell her why he was sent home, according to Matt Shonhart.

(See, hitler, A2)

Submitted photo

PHS senior Kyler Phillips was sent home from school Monday after refusing to remove the swastika armband he wore as part of the Adolf Hitler costume he put together for Homecoming Week’s “Good and Evil Day,” according to his mother, Rachel Shonhart.

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press Collection of the countywide hotel accommodation tax continues to be plagued by noncompliance, and county public servants hope changes in the ordinance improve participation.

“We have had three collection periods” to date, but several businesses the county believes should be paying the tax still are not, Gina Sheurman, Pike County Economic Development Corporation executive director, who assists the county in overseeing the collection efforts, said by phone Sept. 16.

Many of those not paying the county tax also are not complying with the statewide hotel tax, according to Sheurman.

“Our biggest concern is making sure our businesses are aware of the regulations they’re under,” Sheurman said.

“State penalties are not light.”

Noncompliance with the state hotel tax can result in a felony charge and fines of $25,000 per day of noncompliance, according to Sheurman.

“We’re looking at the state statute” to hopefully “put more teeth into” the county ordinance, Sheurman said.

“Really, the biggest concern is some people are complying, and it’s really

unfair to those individuals paying the tax, doing business as they should,” while those not paying “have an unfair advantage,” Sheurman said.

The advisory board established by the ordinance to oversee the funds collected through the tax and the County Board’s economic and community development committee, to whom the advisory board reports, have referred the matter to the State’s Attorney in hopes of improving compliance.

The committee hopes to have a recommendation ready to bring before the full County Board by the October regular meeting, Tami Webel, committee member, said by phone Sept. 17.

There are three main problems with the ordinance, State’s Attorney Matt Goetten said via email Thursday morning. “(T)he main legal issues the county is facing with this ordinance” are “lack of voluntary participation from businesses identified as ‘potentially’ falling under the ordinance;” “lack of enforcement mechanisms for compelling participation, reporting, and compliance checks;” and “lack of clear roles for county officials,” that is, “a clear division of labor,” Goetten said.

“Basically, I’m working on lan(See, tax, A2)

Backpack food program Obsolete 9-1-1 equipment has touching history concerns county board

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Every Friday or the last day of the week, 104 students at Pleasant Hill Elementary take home a sack of food to ward off hunger during the weekend. The program is the brainchild of a mother who was appalled that there were hungry children in her community.

Tracey Harrison went to Pleasant Hill Elementary School for her son’s birthday party in March 2011. Her son was in pre-K and it was Harrison’s first chance to be involved in his school life.

“I was armed with cupcakes, juice, treat bags, my camera,” Harrison said. “ I was honestly hoping to be acknowledged as the ‘Best Mom Ever’.”

But Harrison’s concern about her own accolades soon turned to concern over two of her son’s classmates.

“They were very slender and they kept coming back and asking for more food, very politely but coming back again and again,” Harrison said. “When I was out, I told them there was no more and they just said ‘Oh, we don’t get much to eat at home.’”

Harrison said she choked back tears as she realized that she had

Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

Lugging boxes of food is just one part of the backpack program started by Tracy Harrison in 2011 and continuing at Pleasant Hill Elementary. Harrison says there is a lot of work in getting the food loaded, unloaded and distributed, but the rewards are many.

been oblivious to what was happening in her own community.”

It didn’t take much research for Harrison to come to the conclusion hunger was a serious problem. She researched the statistics of families receiving free or reduced lunches, the average income, the unemployment rate, anything and everything that could affect child hunger.

“The unemployment rate in

Pleasant Hill and surrounding area was much higher than the state average,” she said. “I knew some factories had closed but I didn’t realize that meant children would be going hungry.”

“Another thing I didn’t realize is the amount of pride some families have,” she said. “There are families that are eligible for free or reduced lunches or food (See, program, A2)

By Justin A. Cobb Pike Press “Obsolescence has become an issue with the equipment that we bought in 2006,” Pike County board member Jim Sheppard said, reading the Sept. 8 Emergency Telephone Systems Board report at Monday’s County Board meeting.

The county currently has a so-called “Level 2” 9-1-1 system, which allows cell phone callers to be located, Sheppard said.

This is a step ahead of a “Level 1” system some poorer counties still use, according to Sheppard; a Level 1 system cannot locate a cell phone user.

However, the state is pushing counties to adopt state-of-the-art 9-1-1 equipment capable of receiving text messages.

The ETSB in Pike has received preliminary quotes on new equipment from four vendors to date, Sheppard said, but “(e)ven the lowest (quote) will drastically reduce the reserves of the 911 system,” the ETSB report reads.

Potentially exacerbating the funding situation is a recent decision by the state government to grant Illinois State Police a say in how 9-1-1 systems are run, ostensibly to standardize services statewide.

County 9-1-1 systems have since 1975, according to the Illinois Commerce Commission website, icc.illinois.gov, accessed Tuesday morning, reported to the ICC. Sheppard views the state’s new tack as “an idea to siphon funds” from taxes collected from cell and landline phone bills to fund 9-1-1.

In other news, the board approved two appointC

M

K

Y

ments to the Mid-America Intermodal Authority Port District Board, nominated by county board chairs of the counties of Adams, Brown, Cass, Hancock, Pike, Schuyler, Scott, Henderson, Mercer, Morgan, and Warren.

The two newly approved members are Jeff Ferguson of Henderson County and Mike McLaughlin of Adams County.

Board members approved an ordinance authorizing the promissory note for the Health Department to borrow $200,992 at zero interest from Illinois Rural Electric Cooperative to fund additions to its new building.

Illumination of the dome atop the Courthouse will resume once B. K. Electric connects the four light fixtures now in place on the roof, board member Michael Boren, building and grounds committee chair, said.

Full-depth reclamation of three miles of County Highway 11 stretching north from Martinsburg is nearly complete, awaiting only the application of two coats of oil-and-chip, once moisture level on the road is below two percent, County Highway Engineer Chris R. Johnson, P.E., said.

The county expects to start receiving payment for fly ash from Meredosia once a new host county agreement with Hickory Ridge Landfill is signed, Boren said.

Under the current host agreement, the county could charge no fee for anything considered “environmental clean-up” for which the state charged no fee, Johnson, who also serves as the county’s Solid Waste Coordinator, said.

(See, board, A2)

A2

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

Program

(Continued from A1) stamps but won’t sign up for them,” she said.

While continuing her research, Harrison found a quote from tennis great Arthur Ashe: “Start where you are; use what you have; do what you can.”

About the same time, she found a program called “Blessings in a Backpack.” Started in Kentucky, the program’s originator, Stan Curtis, became aware of how many hungry children came to school Mondays.

Curtis started sending food home in the backpacks of the children he was the most worried about.

Harrison loved the idea and approached Ron Edwards, superintendent of the district, with the idea. He said he didn’t know if the board would go along with it, but would ask.

“I told him I would pay for everything,” Harrison said.

Permission was granted and Harrison started out with just her son’s class, which included 12-15 kids.

“I could handle that,” she said. “I started shopping and storing food in my garage over the summer so that I would be ready to go in August.”

But, a mistake was made when permission slips were given to both pre-K classes, not just one.

Permission slips were a condition of the board’s releasing them from liability should some child eat something they had an allergy to or some other accidental incident.

“Before I knew it, I had 23 children signed up,” Harrison said. “I was stressed. Where was I going to get the money to buy all the food for these children?”

Then, a phone call came from the school asking if they could put a few more children in the program.

“I secretly thought to myself, ‘No, I’m broke,’ but I said I would try,” Harrison said. “Another family was added to my list.”

Harrison now had 27 children but decidedshecouldn’twasteanymoretime or energy worrying about the money.

“If God wants this program to continue, He will find a way for me to afford it,” Harrison said.

Soon, she received a donation from Illinois Rural Electric and the Pleasant Hill Fire Department.

Harrison said she changed jobs about that time and her new job was a raise in pay.

“I knew I would be able to make it now; I could keep buying food for

these children,” she said.

Harrison said she was rewarded when she went to a local store and bought a lot of the provisions and was told by the woman at the check out that her daughter had received one of the backpacks.

“She told me she was a single mom and worked two jobs but was $100 over the limit allowed for food stamps,” Harrison said. “She told me how much the bundle helped her family.”

Harrison surveyed the school and found approximately 80 students would be interested.

“I knew I couldn’t do it on my own, “ she said. “I started looking for grants.”

A local television station did a 45 second story and The Weekly

Messenger highlighted her program.

The result was dozens of donations and a few grants.

This year the program has 104 students, down from last year’s 113.

Harrison estimates each bag of food costs $3.25. Each bag contains a protein, either a can of chicken or tuna, some chicken or tuna helper, a fruit and/or a vegetable, juice, a mix – such as pancakes, cake or brownies and six to 10 snacks. Harrison has a rotation she uses so that the bags are different every week. One week may be vegetables and chicken, the next a fruit and tuna or other combinations.

“I try to buy stuff that all you have to do is add water,” she said. “I try to keep it healthy, but the important thing is to ward off hunger.”

Weekend nutrition making a difference

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Since Tracy Harrison started the backpack of food program in the fall of 2011, she has learned a lot.

Harrison has partnered up with the Central Illinois Food Bank that delivers to Pleasant Hill Elementary.

“I can get food for 19 cents a pound,” she said. “And they deliver it. I don’t have to go pick it up.”

Harrison said she also gets food from DOT through a grant and has to go to Mt. Sterling to get it.

“I have to drive up there, load it, come back to Pleasant Hill, unload it,” she said.

“It is always five hours and a lot of gas money, but it gives me a lot of food for the children.”

Illinois Rural Electric also has given money to the program and Wal-Mart contributes every year.

Also, a couple in Pleasant Hill, who wish to remain anonymous, helped out a lot financially in the first few years.

“What Wal-Mart donates, I try to spend back in their store. That’s where I get peanut butter, juice, and canned fruit. and stuff like that. Everything else I try to get it where I can get it the cheapest and in bulk.”

She no longer has to use her garage; the school has a room for her to use.

“And we no longer use backpacks,” she said. “We have found it is easier to just send home disposable sacks, that don’t have to be returned.”

So far, the program has only had to

amend its offering for one student – a diabetic child.

“We were worried about food allergies in the beginning,” she said. “We were worried some child would open something without their parents present and it would contain nuts or something else to which they had an allergy” Harrison, with the help of Joyce and Brittany Koeller, sack the goods up and put them in large totes. Each tote is then taken the classroom and students are able to pick up a bag as they walk out the door.

“Sometimes the junior high kids will come in and help with the bags, too,” Harrison said. “It has made them aware of the problem.”

Harrison starts planning for the school year, the spring before. Permission slips for the program must be turned into the school by May 15.

“I try to buy all I can during the summer,” she said. “I take advantage of all kinds of sales and other offers. I know kids move in but I need to know by the middle of May, as close as I can, to how many I am going to have.”

Harrison says she knows some children don’t eat on the weekends because their parents choose not to fix them a meal.

“But, I know there are lots where there just isn’t the money. And those are the ones who won’t ask for help,” she said.

“There is a choice between paying a bill or buying food. I don’t think people realize the food insecurity we have in this area.”

Tax

(Continued from A1) falling under the ordinance;” “lack of enforcement mechanisms for compelling participation, reporting, and compliance checks;” and “lack of clear roles for county officials,” that is, “a clear division of labor,” Goetten said.

“Basically, I’m working on language to amend the ordinance to assist the board in reaching its goal of 100% participation from qualifying businesses.

“Right now, the (County B)oard believes there are certain businesses obligated to collect the tax that are either not doing so or are doing so and not paying it to the county,” but “(b)ecause there is no compliance measure in the ordinance they can’t be certain.”

A former business owner himself, Goetten said he is seeking input from businesses potentially falling under the ordinance.

“I like to get all the ‘shareholders’ in the room and open the can. There may be some practical reason the compliance is so low,” he said.

The ordinance, both as originally passed in February 2013 and as later amended that August, was drafted by former State’s Attorney Carrie Boyd.

The County Treasurer’s Office collects the tax but currently has little to do with enforcing compliance, Treasurer Jeff Gerard said by phone Thursday morning.

“Noncompliance is referred to Gina Sheurman and the County Board,” Gerard said. “We just collect it. We don’t have any more to do with it than that.

“We’re just the ones they mail their quarterly payments to.”

County Board Chair Andy Borrowman, speaking by phone Sept. 17, said he has reached out to the Illinois Department of Revenue for additional assistance in discerning who should or should not be liable for the tax but has

received little help in response.

“We know there are a number of entities not in compliance and not even paying or registered with the state,” Borrowman said. “That’s the bigger problem with them than not complying with the county ordinance.”

Asked whether that might be out of ignorance, “there must be some sort of intent because they’ve been made aware,” Borrowman said. “We sent information out to them explaining they are supposed to be filling out the information or paperwork and complying with our tax on room rental.

“They should know or have enough information to want to check it out, but it’s almost like they’re ignoring us.”

Borrowman said he feels he is being ignored by the state, as well.

“I called the auditing department,” to whom the Illinois Department of Revenue has referred the matter, “and they took my name and phone number, but no one has tried to call me back,” Borrowman said.

“My next call may be to (State) Representative (C. D.) Davidsmeyer and (State) Senator (Sam) McCann. These people (at the Department of Revenue) are snubbing their nose at us.”

Borrowman found it surprising the state seemed not to take more interest in the matter, given the current state of state finances.

“With the situation we’ve found, it seems like nobody knows for sure who’s supposed to be doing the policing for this in the State of Illinois,” he said.

“There is a very large number of outfitters in Pike County not even registered with the state, and the state’s not policing it…The state’s got a problem with low revenues anyway.

This is an easy way to get revenue owed to the state, and nobody’s taking notice.”

Hotel tax to boost local tourism

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press Originally passed by the County Board in February 2013 and amended that August, the Pike County hotel tax charges four percent on overnight lodging, with the resulting revenues kept in a fund to be used solely to promote tourism in the county, according to Gina Sheurman, Pike County Economic Development Corporation executive director.

Collection of the tax started Oct. 1, 2013, with the first collections due Jan. 30, Sheurman said by phone Thursday morning.

Current balance of the fund is $40,819, according to Sheurman.

“The money is to be used locally,”

Sheurman said.

“With lodging facilities, there are opportunities for large corporate events,” such as “corporate retreats or conventions.”

Unlike a county sales tax, the money “does not go to the state. Control is local,” Sheurman said.

Administration of the fund is overseen by an advisory board which reports to the County Board’s economic and community development committee.

The committee consists of committee chair Fred Bradshaw, Dr. Dan Mefford, and Tami Webel, with Sheurman serving ex officio as PCEDC director.

The advisory board consists of those committee members and the following four hotel or lodge operators: n Judy Dean, Gray House Bed &

Breakfast, New Salem n Jessica Funk, Green Acres Motel, Pittsfield n Gary Harpole, Harpole’s Heartland Lodge, rural Nebo n Jonas Petty, William Watson Hotel, Pittsfield The businesses subject to the tax are its ultimate beneficiaries, according to Sheurman.

“Visitors on average spend $127 per day,” including lodging, Sheurman said.

The revenues from the county hotel tax can be used for anything intended to bring visitors to Pike County.

“We are our best promoters,” Sheurman said. “Whatever events we have, we want to promote those events and get people to come here.”

Board

(Continued from A1) Pike County Ambulance Service profited $66,272.90 in August, after receipt of $148,053.39 in sales taxes and $81,780.49 in expenditures, the public safety committee report reads.

Building and grounds, finance, and public safety committees approved a total of $146,004.05

News

Pittsfield, Illinois

Benefit for Nebo veterans memorial

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The committee that built the veterans memorial in Nebo will have a fundraiser this weekend to raise funds to pay off the balance owned on the tribute to all veterans with a Nebo address.

The event will be Saturday, Sept.

27 at the Nebo Park and will feature pork sandwiches, hot dogs, kettle corn, soda, beer, live bands and entertainment. Serving will start at 10 a.m. The monument will be rededicated at 1 p.m. and the Frank Vaughn band will start at 2 p.m.

Another band will play in the evening “There are 426 names on the monument,” Wayne Albert Shaw, who had the idea to build the monument, said. “We thought we could build it for $10,000 but it cost more than that.”

Shaw said the committee still owes about $5,000 on the monument, which sets in the park at Nebo.

“We started this project two years ago,” Shaw said. “I am a snow bird and winter in New Mexico. I noticed that almost every little town has something to honor the veterans. I thought Nebo should, too.”

Shaw said at one time, there was a wooden marker with the names of all those who served in WWII, but the wood rotted and the sign fell down.

He approached a group of Nebo residents who agreed it was a good idea to have a more permanent tribute and include all veterans. The group started looking for donors and the names of servicemen who had had Nebo addresses while serving in WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietman and thereafter. Shaw’s wife, Joyce, was in charge of keeping the list of veterans and putting them in alphabetical order.

Beth Zuwmalt/Pike Press

Wayne Albert Shaw and his wife, Joyce, were the driving forces behind the veterans memorial in Nebo. The memorial was built two years ago but still has an outstanding balance. A fundraiser and rededication will be held Saturday at the park with food starting at 10 a.m. and the rededication at 1 p.m. Two different bands will perform thoughout the day.

“A Mrs. Doyle, I don’t remember her first name, had a book with all the WWI veterans in it,” Shaw said.

“She came to me with it and if it hadn’t have been for that we would have missed a lot of those names. I ended up buying the book from her.”

The book resembles a hardbacked high school year book and was published after WWI. It has several pictures and pages of local names.

The group raised $10,000 but the costs exceeded the fundraising and Central State Bank of Pleasant Hill loaned the committee the money to finish the monument, charging no interest.

“Mike Kinscheriff, is a veteran and he said he thought every town ought to do this, so he loaned us the money at no interest,” Shaw said.

The committee had planned to have a fundraiser each year to pay

the remaining portion down but last year the Nebo village board refused the committee’s request to hold the fundraiser, according to Shaw.

“We asked the mayor and he said the trustees decided not to let us do it,” Shaw said. “He never gave us a reason.”

Shaw said rumors have been rampant that the village is again denying the committee permission, but says he has talked to the village president, Dean Spann, personally and has been assured the event can be held.

Since there is no longer an active American Legion in Nebo, fundraising for the monument has fallen on the shoulders of the committee.

“I don’t mind,” Shaw said. “I’ve got some of my own money in it, but that’s OK, it was my idea. I just hope the families of those whose name is on the monument are proud of it.”

Hitler

(Continued from A1) “Rachel told Greger it’s not really right that you had sent him home when there was someone dressed as Jesus there, which can also be offensive to Christians, Jews, anybody,” Matt Shonhart said. “It’s also sacrilegious, just about as bad as Hitler or Satan. It’s not right you’re keeping Jesus there but you sent Hitler home.”

“I told her I found a boy dressed as Jesus just as offensive yet they allowed that costume,” Rachel Shonhart said.

The student dressed as Jesus was a friend of Phillips, and they had planned to go to school together, according

to Matt Shonhart.

“He was disappointed. He wanted people to laugh.

People who did see him were getting a kick out of it,” Matt Shonhart said.

No ground rules were laid down by the school regarding what costumes were acceptable for Good versus Evil day, according to Matt Shonhart.

“It is something that is not really right when you think about it. It’s a civil rights issue,” Matt Shonhart said. “If you don’t want someone dressing in something you find personally offensive, you should have some ground rules.”

GOT NEWS? SEND IT TO US! ppnews@campbellpublications.net

Milton Corn Carnival

“They’re Gonna Put Me In The Movies”

Sept. 26th ,27th & 28th

Friday, Sept. 26 5:00 Queen Contest .................................................................................................. Jamie Kattleman 5:00 Community Center Opens - Flea Market .........................................................Milton/Pearl HCE 6:00 Mayor’s Welcome ..................................................................................................Doug Whitlock 6:05 Baby Contest (0-24 months) .................................................................................. Emily Hoover 7:00 Little Mr. & Miss (4-6 yrs) .........................................................................................Ashlee Nash 7:30 Junior Miss (5-8 grade) .................................................................................... Heather Richards 9:00 Miss Corny ..................................................................................Carla Allen and Sherri Howland **Carnival Rides 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.** • Movie: “The Little Rascals Save the Day” Following Miss Corny

Saturday, Sept. 27 9:00 Bird Drop .......................................................................................................Mark and Missy Still 10:00 Pet & Decorated Kiddies Parade ..................................... Rhonda Cunningham and Missy Still 10:30 Obstacle Course .................................................................................................Sherri Howland 11:00 Hay Scramble ......................................................................................................... Dan Graham 12:00 Backseat Driver.................................................................................................... Tyler Robinson 1:30 Parade ................................................................................................................... Kathy Scranton 2:45 Trophies on Stage ................................................................................................. Kathy Scranton 3:00 Romper Stompers ................................................................................................. Tyler Robinson 4:00 Egg Toss.....................................................................................................................Lynn Ottwell 5:00 Lip Sync/Talent ...........................................................................Carla Allen and Sherri Howland 7:00 “ExiT 52” 9:00 Clean-up .......................................................................................................Volunteers Welcome

**Carnival Rides and Pork Stand Closed During Parade** Sunday, Sept. 28 10:00 Community Church Service in the Park .................................................................. Jerry Edison

**Times are Approximations** in bills for payment, County Clerk Donnie Apps Jr. said.

The board will have what it hopes is its final budget meeting on Thursday, Oct. 2, 7 p.m., in the upper courtroom of the Courthouse.

Oct. 20 will be the last date to post comments on the U.S. EPAand Army Corps of Engineersproposed “Waters of the U.S” regu-

latory rule, Gina Sheurman, Pike County Economic Development Corporation executive director, said.

The meeting began 7:04 p.m. and lasted one hour and 12 minutes.

Board member Fred Bradshaw was absent, and board member Dr. Dan Mefford arrived 22 minutes late.

News

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

Pittsfield, Illinois

A3

Milton Corn Carnival kicks off Friday

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Milton Corn Carnival will kick off Friday night, Sept. 26 with the queen pageant. Five girls are vying for Miss Milton Corn Carnival and they will take the stage at 5 p.m.

The flea market at the Community Center will begin at the same time.

The mayor will give his welcome at 6 and the baby contest will follow at 6:05. The Little Mr and Miss will be after the baby contest, at 7 p.m. and the junior miss will be at 7:30. Miss Corny will be crowned at 9 p.m.

Once the royalty has been crowned, there will be Movies in the Park. This year’s movie will be “The Little Rascals Save the Day.” The carnival rides will run from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Deb Moore has tickets.

Saturday morning things get going with the bird drop at 9 a.m., the pet and decorated kiddies parade at 10 and the obstacle course at 10:30.

The hay scramble will start at 11, and the always popular back seat driver will be at noon.

The parade will start at 1:30 p.m. and trophies will be presented at

2:45 on the stage.

Romper Stompers will be at 3 and the egg-toss at 4.

A lip-sync, talent show will begin on the stage at 5.

Exit 52 will play at 7 and cleanup will begin at 10 p.m. All volunteers welcome.

Carnival rides and the pork stand will be open all day, except during the parade.

Sunday morning there will be a community church service in the park, with Jerry Edison of the Milton Christian Church bringing the message.

Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

Those vying for the title of Junior Miss Milton this year are, front row, left to right, Ketheryne High, Lacey Howland, Mayci Smith, reigning junior miss; Chloe Wade, Kaearson Booth. Back row, Mya Kattelman, Hannah Smith, Claudia High, Macee Borrowman, Raven Crawford, Brooklyn Bunn.

Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

Jenella Crawford, front left, and Bryson Brink, right, seem unphased by the notion of giving up their titles of Milton Babies. Those vying to be the new young couple are, front row, left to right, Parker Wade, Patryk Boden, Tanner McEuen, Baylee Booth, Audrey Booth, Reed DeJaynes, Sabbath Dejaynes, Biggston Parker.

Second row, Jonah Richards, Bradyn Kattelman, Iris and Summer Vela, Joleigh Blackettter, Faithlyn Booth, Sandra Anstedt, Remi Moore.

Submitted photo

Five girls are vying for the title of Miss Milton Corn Carnival. They are, left to right December Butler, Dekota Fox , Samantha Closemary, Abigail Heavner and Christin Maske. The pageant will be held Friday, Sept. 26 at 5 p.m. on the stage in the park and will be the first event of the Corn Carnival, allowing the queen to reign over the entire weekend.

Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

Those vying for the titles of Little Mr and Miss Milton, are front row, Brooke Dippel, Claire Kerns, Katie Toelke, Libby Kerns, Layla Brink. Second row, Jamison Vela, Fisher McEuen, Leaf Dejaynes. Also in the contest are Bobby and Ryan Harris, Preston McCoy, Caylee Fernandes and Alyvia Crawford.

E-mail your news tips to ppnews@campbellpublications.net

Opinion Pike Press

A4

Wednesday, September 24, 2014, Pittsfield, Illinois

This Week's

Poll Question Week of Wednesday, September 24, 2014

has arrived!

Q: Autumn I’m looking forward to:

Our View compliance issues

1.Beautiful colored leaves.

2.Wiener roasts, s’mores and cider.

3.Football, football and more football.

Everyone needs to pull together

Share your answer at pikepress.com

Last week's poll results The weather has been nippy.

What about the trees?

1. Trees will turn early this year.

2. Color will be especially vibrant.

3. Autumn is autumn – not expecting anything unusual.

The Pike County Board is coming along side the Pike County Economic Development Corporation and its executive director, Gina Sheurman, in seeking compliance with the county’s hotel accommodation tax.

Simply stated, some businesses which offer overnight accommodations in Pike County are complying with the local tax. Some are not.

Fair is fair. The county is looking for ways to assure that all who fall under the hotel accommodations tax are in compliance. Sheurman points out that any business violating the statewide hotel tax risks a felony charge and huge fines.

Also at issue are local revenues which then can be used locally to promote tourism. If all local businesses providing overnight accommodations are benefiting from local tourism promotion, then all should be contributing to the fund.

We support the efforts being made to clear up any misunderstandings and get everyone on the same page when it comes to Pike County’s hotel accommodations tax.

Policy on political letters Candidates and their supporters or detractors may submit letters to the editor, for consideration, through the issue of Oct. 22, 2014.

No letters to the editor dealing with the upcoming election will be printed in the issue of Oct. 29, 2014, unless to rebut a specific charge made against the candidate in the Oct. 22 issue. Such a letter may only address the specific charge, not other issues, and will be subject to the same evaluation process as all other letters.

Send us a letter The Pike Press welcomes letters to the editor on topics of mmunity interest. Letters should be no more than 300 words long and must be accompanied by the original signature, address and daytime telephone number of the writer. No personal attacks will be printed. Letters should be addressed to the editor and not to an individual. We reserve the right to edit for brevity and fairness and to withhold letters that are determined to be libelous or untrue.

“Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers, or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter.”

-- Thomas Jefferson, 1787

Pike Press will always be the number one information source about the people, events, and issues of Pike County, Illinois. We serve the Pike County community and lead in the efforts to make it a better place to live and work.

Bruce Campbell

Julie Boren

President Publisher & Editor

50% 25%

25%

Processed Words: Julie Boren

I

t isn’t often that I am asked to “walk the plank.” Especially living in landlocked Pittsfield.

But that clichéd pirate punishment is exactly what is happening in my house this week, all because of a well-intentioned home improvement project that somehow got impressively out of hand.

But why should I be surprised? You know how it can go -- you start out to change the curtains and the next thing you know you’re ripping out the kitchen sink and shopping for linoleum.

In our case, a paint job in the dining room has somehow morphed into new carpet two

Shiver me timbers! rooms away.

Oh, and it also brought into our house an old but sturdy plank.

I’m lucky, I guess, that our house has several exterior doors because last week all areas of the house remained accessible, but only if you were willing to go outside, walk around the house and come in another door.

We were grateful for mild weather.

But now not even all our doors can help us. The project has progressed to a floor refinishing project in the front entry hall, the sole access point for everything upstairs. (Including my comfy bed.)

It’s quite true that necessity is the mother

of invention. The only way we could see to get across the wood stained, polyurethaned and sticky foyer was to lay a plank from the walkable living room carpet to the first step of the stairway.

It’s not a high tightrope act, just a gentle climb the few inches to that first step. But, still, I try to pay close attention as I edge across.

And I am very grateful that my Pilates teacher continues to emphasize balance exercises!

Soon my house will return to some semblance of order…at least as much order as it ever achieves. And I can’t say that I will

be sorry to see the minibridge removed.

But I think I’ll suggest we keep plank handy, like in the garage or somewhere, just in case I’m ever in a pirate mood.

Or in case another home improvement project takes an unexpected turn into murky waters.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ■ Julie Boren is publisher of Campbell Publications.

Guest Column: Scott Reeder

F

or every new job created in Illinois since January 2010, two people have signed up for food stamps.

That’s just sad.

Ok, it’s pathetic.

And this has happened during a period that has been labeled an “economic recovery.”

But the fact of the matter is, Illinois has lagged far behind the rest of the country in recovering from the Great Recession. The number of Illinois private-sector jobs has dropped by 5,900 since the first of the year.

Only Illinois and Alaska saw a drop in the number of non-governmental jobs.

In the small town where I live near Springfield, there is only one grocery store.

Where are the jobs?

I see the furtive looks of folks of ahead of me in line as they slip the checkout clerk their Link Card. Nobody wants their neighbors to know.

We Illinoisans are a proud, hard-working people. We want jobs, not handouts.

And yet, for many folks employment remains elusive.

I suspect in your community you see those same embarrassed looks in the checkout lines, hear friends or family talk about difficult job hunts and know someone who just given up on Illinois and moved away.

Illinois’ recovery from the Great Recession has been the most sluggish of the 50 states.

You’ll hear state politicians proclaim-

ing we are in “recovery” because the unemployment rate has dropped. But the unemployment rate only tracks people who are looking for jobs. Many folks have just given up looking for a job and gone on welfare. Others have left the state looking for work elsewhere.

And still others have entered the “underground economy,” working for cash and not reporting their income to the government.

None of these are desirable outcomes for the state of Illinois. But when folks choose any of these negative alternatives, the state’s official unemployment rate goes down and the politicians can herald it as evidence that “we’re turning the corner.”

If only we were.

Other states like Indiana are prospering.

At a time when Illinois has been raising taxes, the Hoosier State has been cutting them. When Illinois has adopted more labor regulations, Indiana has reduced them.

Indiana’s economy has been prospering and Illinois’ has been struggling.

Prosperity may not be around the corner, but it certainly is right next door – in Indiana.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ■ Scott Reeder is a veteran statehouse reporter and the journalist in residence at the Illinois Policy Institute. He can be reached at sreeder@illinoispolicy.org.

Outdoor Truths: Glenn Mollette

Harvest happiness

Is happiness possible?

Problems plague the world. They always have.

The world has never been void of troubles. War, hunger and unhappiness have dominated this life. There is plenty to go around.

The news gets us down. We hear about ISIS, Ebola and abusive NFL football players. We’ve watched communities torn apart such as Ferguson, Missouri.

On top of this we cannot avoid non-stop political ads that pick opponents apart but never offer solutions on how to fix some of our troubles. While we have dramatic national and world troubles many Americans struggle with unhappiness. We battle depression, drugs, obesity, personal and family issues and a lack of job skills to

survive.

Where is the happiness? We are only guaranteed the pursuit of this good feeling.

We are only here briefly, so why not go for it? Today, go for some happiness, it’s legal in America.

With any pursuit there are seasons.

There is the season of pursuing or planting.

And then comes the season of harvest or enjoying what you pursued. Farmers understand this concept. Whatever you pursue is a possibility. Some pursuits take time and may be extremely difficult. However, that day comes when it sometimes becomes reality. Often the reality is never quite as enjoyable as we imagined. Or, it may be more than we imagined. With every accomplishment there is a price. It

depends on how much you want to sweat, study, work and toil.

Today, what do you want? What would make you happy? Often it begins with imagination. If we can imagine it we can begin to seek it. We simply have to know what we are seeking and why. Sometimes we don’t know why. If we can determine what it is we want then with that clarity we can begin to knock on all the doors and utilize every possible roadmap to find what we think we want.

Be careful what you think about. Often a simple thought may begin a whole new life for you, good or maybe not. Thinking about a new career, a new direction, a new hobby or a different lifestyle is the beginning.

This is a good day to contemplate

something good, lovely and positive. I realize a thought guarantees nothing. Many of us have been thinking about eating better but never do it. We think about giving up bad habits but constantly delay. We think about some new life choices that would make us feel better. Yet, we delay until tomorrow or just give up.

Today is a good day to write down two or three things you really want to do.

Carry this piece of paper with you every day. Finally, go for it. Even if it doesn’t work out, half of the fun is pursuing the happiness.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ■ Glenn Mollette is a columnist and author living in Indiana. Find him on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ GlennMollette

Outdoor Truths: Gary Miller

H

‘I wonder…’

ave you ever wondered about wonder? I mean have you ever thought why you attribute a beauty or awe to certain things?

Have you ever been amazed how a large tree can grow from the tiniest crack in a massive rock? Have you ever been rapt by a sunset, a blanket of fog, or ridge of mountains in the fall? I know you have.

And I also know you’re beginning to think I’m spending too much time in a tree stand, bored from not seeing deer. Not yet, but I can say this. Deer hunters are people who get to see some of the greatest wonders of earth.

Sitting in a tree stand for hours really can

make you focus on every particular area in view and analyze its most intricate pieces.

There, you are forced to think deeper than what is on the surface. You don’t just see a tree or a rock but you see an oak and a piece of sandstone. You don’t just see an oak and a piece of sandstone, you see a strutting limb and a unique shape. You don’t just see a strutting limb or a unique shape; you see a guiding force that has sent a seed flying through the wind or a boulder rolling down a hill.

We have today what is known as the Seven Wonders of the World. They are called “Wonders” because the architecture of each structure is greater than the known ability of its designers at the time it was

built. This “wonder” is not only in the form of question – “I wonder how these were built?” But the “wonder” here is also the prefix of “wonderful.” “What a wonderful sight to behold!”

Beauty is another feather in the hat of those of us who believe in God. Beauty cannot be explained by Darwin’s natural selection or randomness and yet it is evident in every human.

If I were to place the world’s most decorated physician alongside a member of the world’s most uncivilized jungle tribe, in front of the Grand Canyon, both would stand in utter awe at the beauty of such a scene. In one way or another each

would express the term “wonderful.” But given enough time, soon, “wonderful” would become “I wonder.” That is, I wonder how all of this could happen.

And when “wonderful” is put with “I wonder,” the outcome is the same as my little rock and tree – there must be a Guiding Hand.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ■ Gary Miller is an outdoorsman from Harrowgate, Tenn. gary@outdoortruths. org

How to reach us

E-mail: publisher@campbellpublications.net

Phone: (217) 285-2345 Fax: (630) 206-0320

Mail: 115 West Jefferson P.O. Box 70 Pittsfield, IL 62363

General Manager and Advertising Director: Nichole Liehr.

Reporter: Beth Zumwalt Sports: Dan Brannan Advertising: Erika Scott.

Office: Michael Boren, Tammy Sherman Commercial printing: Julie Nash Independent contractor, artist: Bill Beard.

Subscription rates: $30 per year in Adams, Brown, Calhoun, Greene, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison, Morgan, Pike and Scott Counties, IL and Lincoln, Pike and Ralls Counties, Mo. $60 per year elsewhere. $87 per year outside the continental United States.

College Rates: $26 nine months in Illinois. $34 nine months elsewhere.

Single copy: 50 cents.

Postmaster: Send address changes to:

Pike Press, P.O. Box 407, Jerseyville, IL 62052.

The Pike Press is published weekly by Pike County Publishing Co., Inc., USPS 602-540, Bruce Campbell, president.

Periodicals postage paid at Pittsfield, IL.

2014

OP-ED Pike Press

Wednesday, September 24, 2014, Pittsfield, Illinois

A5

The Coonridge Digest: Freida Marie Crump

Expense accounts and starvation in perspective Greetings from the Ridge Do Republicans eat more than Democrats or do they just order more expensive food? I have a feeling that the 8,500 children who are going to die today don’t care. They just want a meal. That comes out to one child every ten seconds. Yes, you’ve heard it before.

Since January of 2011 the members of the U.S. House of Representatives and the candidates for the job spent $14.5 million of their donors’ campaign money on food.

The Republicans dished out $9.2 million while the Democrats ate at the cheaper place down the street to the tune of $5.3 million. The current minimum cost for feeding a child a single meal averages about 22 cents. That’s “22.”

That’s “cents.”

Of course, it’s illegal for our congressional eaters to spend campaign money on personal expenses so the official records list these atrocities as “fund raisers,” “entertaining constituents” and “hospitality.” Meanwhile 8,500 children will die today.

According to Fredreka Schouten and Christopher Schnaars of USA Today, ex-House Majority Leader Eric Cantor spent more on steakhouses than his opponent spent on his entire campaign. He must have used the wrong steak sauce since Cantor lost the race to retain his seat but at least he didn’t go to bed hungry. David Brat, the fellow

who ousted Cantor, learned to step up to the trough as soon as he was elected. Two weeks after defeating Cantor he spent $731 of campaign money at a Morton’s Steakhouse.

The report said that our Congress didn’t discriminate in spreading its dinner money around. The tabs ran the gamut from fancy New York hotels, to Washington steakhouses, and some expenses were listed at Dunkin’ Donuts. And remember, federal law prohibits using campaign funds for personal expenses. It makes me wonder how many donut and coffee fundraisers these men and women have. The average cost of a Dunkin’ Donut runs around 58 cents, or a more easy to understand translation: 2.63 children.

Representative Bill Young of Florida died last October but before he ate his last donut he tallied up more than $240,000 in meal expenses which were described as “feeding constituents and visitors.” Bill must have met his visitors in some mighty strange places since many of the restaurants and steak houses were more than 20 miles away from Washington and 700 miles from his Florida district. Perhaps it’s just as well because the 8,500 kids who’ll die today probably didn’t own the necktie required to get into these hot spots.

I suppose that I should let him without sin toss the first rock. Herb and I are a great fan of the Grand Buffet style of eating. It’s economical, varied, and God only knows the food is plentiful, and to remind myself of world starvation

“

Of course, it’s illegal for our congressional eaters to spend campaign money on personal expenses so the official records list these atrocities as 'fund raisers,' 'entertaining constituents' and 'hospitality.' Meanwhile 8,500 children will die today.”

as I enter the sushi line would be as about as attractive as the “How to prevent choking” posters on the walls of the cafeteria. But it does give me pause when I see our waiters gather up plates of uneaten food and toss them into the dumpster. I guess that the only important difference is that I’m buying crab rangoon with my own cash and not the donations by a well-meaning housewife in Iowa or politically conscious steelworker in Chicago. I’ve contributed to various political campaigns for both major parties and it was never my intention to have my nickel go toward steak dinners for more wealthy contributors or Mr. Dunkin’s donuts.

Back in grade school we learned that a body could survive for 50 or so days without food, but our fifth-grade science books failed to describe what a miserable 50 days that could be. In less than a week the liver begins to panic and it produces toxins into the body. Then the body begins to consume its own muscle and organs. I needn’t go on ex-

cept to say that there are 260 calories in a glazed Dunkin’ donut. It takes about a thousand calories to keep a child alive and healthy for a day. The congressman’s Prime Burger at Morton’s Steakhouse weighs in at 1790.

The investigation of congressional piggishness goes on to say that the actual numbers are probably higher since they don’t take catering into account and in many cases the food costs were “bundled” into other expenses.

The Supreme Court has wavered back and forth over the decades when they’ve tried to define obscenity. Perhaps they should simply consult a congressional expense account.

You ever in Coonridge, stop by. We may not answer the door but you’ll enjoy the trip.

■ The imaginative commentary of Freida Marie Crump comes to us from Coonridge – a town that’s a lot like your own.

Pickings from pike’s past 75 Y :P C ears ago

ike

ounty board struggles with debt

125 Years Ago Sept. 19, 1889 There was considerable frost on the Mississippi bottom Wednesday morning, but none on the upland. There has been no frost as yet from the cold spell, which prevailed here Sunday. Corn is, in the main, beyond its reach.

If you really want us to take your wood for a subscription, deliver now before we stock up for the winter.

The school-house at Pearl is too small for the number of scholars, and our directors have tried to rent and fix up another room, but they cannot find one to suit. The Pearl village board of health was inspecting the back alleys Monday. After this week no more hogs will run through our streets.

J. A. Read is building an addition to his residence in Perry. John would be lost if he could not be doing something to improve the town.

When in Quincy we had a most interesting talk with Tom Baldwin, the distinguished aeronaut who has made 98 balloon ascensions in various parts of the world and retires from the business with $37,000 made in less than a year.

Political speech making is “taboo” all three days of the festival. Candidates are invited to be present, mingle with the people, and extend the glad hand, but so far as public speech making is concerned they are invited to do it some other time.

Truman Dinsmore of Nebo came to the rescue of his brother editors and printers this week and is helping the DEMOCRAT to get out a 300 page brief.

The prohibition state ticket has been filed with the secretary of state in Pittsfield. The names of two Pittsfield people appear on the ticket, L. A. Chamberlain for state treasurer and Mrs. Ella M. Orr for a trustee of the University of Illinois.

Today is Yom Kippur, the Jewish day of atonement and the business houses of the Strauss, Hirsheimer and Brunswick families are closed. The clerks at the Strauss store are taking advantage by going visiting.

The Pike county W.C. T. U. convention was held in New Salem, Sept. 24-25 in the M. E. Church. Mrs. Etta Roosa, Atlas, was elected president.

Pleasant Hill high school defeated Pittsfield high school in a game of basket ball here last Saturday.

100 Years Ago Sept. 23, 1914 Green, white and yellow are to be Pittsfield’s colors during the fall festival. Goldenrod, black-eyed Susan and other autumnal flowers are in demand for decorating. Arrangements for parking the automobiles have been made at the beautiful Bates park, two blocks south of the southeast corner of the square. Remember that you do not have to decorate your car. What is wanted is a line up of Pike county automobiles.

75 Years Ago Sept. 20, 1939 Finances were a big part of the discussion of the Pike county board of supervisors. The board turned down a proposal to bond the county for $36,000 to clear up back indebtedness. The board also took action to transfer 17 persons from the blind roll to the old age assistance department. Blind persons who qualified were granted by statute $1 a day as a pension, but the local blind fund was in arrears.

More than 150 Pittsfield citizens met in the court house Thursday night to protest against the city wheel tax, which the city council had imposed for the third year. Rev. Homer Brown presided at the meeting. The city council stated that the tax was necessary to raise money to care for streets and alleys.

The Pittsfield Indians journeyed to Quincy Saturday afternoon to play the opening football game of the year and lost to the veteran Quincy Academy Hawks 7 to 0.

Walter Fitch of near Barry caught and struggled with a chicken thief before dawn one morning recently. The thief escaped, but Fitch said he has a cut over one eye. The thief dropped his bag full of chickens in his haste to get away.

50 Years Ago Sept. 23, 1964 Connie Moody was crowned Fall Festival Queen Thursday evening. Her attendants were Kay Harrison, Linda Taylor, Sandra Zimmerman and Ginger Royalty. Forty-four girls were in the contest. The crown bearer was Randy Rhodes, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gaylord Rhodes.

Miss Mary Kay McCartney, a graduate of Pittsfield high school, is now serving Illinois at the Illinois Pavilion at the New York World’s Fair.

Class officer elections were held for the freshman class. The president of the class of ’68 is David Shaw; vice-president is Tom Henderson; treasurer is Don Jenkins and secretary is Rhonda Elledge.

R. C. Gray is celebrating his 50th year of selling and servicing automobiles in Pike county. Open House today at R. C. Gray Chevrolet Co., Pittsfield.

A crowd estimated at more than 700, obvi-

ously preferring rainwater to Goldwater, attended a Democratic rally and free chicken supper in the Milton gym Saturday night.

It was scheduled for the Milton community park, but rain forced it indoors.

Mr. and Mrs. Durrell Chamberlain are the proud parents of a son, born Monday Sept.

21 at Illini Hospital. The little gentleman, who answers to the name of Stanley Lynn, weighs in at 7 lbs. 15 oz.

Kenny Stauffer, Roger Woods, Bobbie Bullard and Franklin Deigh of Perry went Sunday to Jacksonville where they will be freshman at Illinois College.

25 Years Ago Sept. 20, 1989 Genny Robinson was named Queen of the Griggsville Apple Festival. Her attendants were Debbie Rose, Sarah Curry and Geri Sue Allen.

High school enrollment in Pike County continues to decline, going from 1290 in 1979 to 928 this fall. Pittsfield High School began the year below 400 for the first time in many years.

Robert M. Capps has announced his intention to be Republican candidate for re-election to the office of county treasurer. Capps is completing his second term in that office.

Martha Lowry of Pittsfield, administrator of the Pike County Health Department, is retiring. It was 23 years ago that she started the Pike County Health Department as a one-person organization. She was the county TB nurse prior to that for eight years.

Jack M. Bailis, M.D. has been awarded a plaque in recognition of 50 years of medical practice. He received his M.D. from the University of Illinois Medical School in 1939.

Guest Column: Jim Nowlan

Readers skeptical of redistribution, favor education T

his column summarizes the 26 reader responses to a recent column I wrote on income inequality. I laid out a list of generally redistributive ideas to address the problem.

I note that many respondents conflated lowwage workers with welfare recipients, and in turn focused on the latter. I meant to focus on those who were indeed working yet struggling to make ends meet.

Slightly more than half the respondents were clearly against redistribution by government Jerry spoke for several respondents when he wrote: “I cannot see how income distribution helps anything in the long run. . . .People need self-worth, and being a breadwinner for your family is a necessity for society to thrive. . . .There are cultures in America that thrive and those that don’t.”

Tom F. asked, “Why do we have to do anything about income inequality. . . .Not everything is fair once you get beyond grade school. . . .(Government programs are) creating a threshold below which it doesn’t pay to put forth any effort.”

Rolfe J. wondered why Americans weren’t hungrier for computer programmer jobs: “It’s a lack of motivation, poorer education (than for Asians, who are hungry for the jobs), and a safety net that means you should never go hungry.

Well, maybe people need to be hungrier.”

Mike S. observes that, “Recent history is full of examples where government charity seems like a good idea on an individual basis, but overall has devastating results. I offer public housing as just one such example.”

Several readers see education as key to ameliorating income inequality. Andrew W. notes: “I continue to believe that the root of the problem is the ongoing—and seemingly intractable—issue of providing quality public education to all our children. Income inequality is caused (or exacerbated) by a public school system that continues to hand diplomas to young men and women who cannot read, write, compute, or think.”

The free community college idea was popular, but readers doubted how it could be paid for.

(Tennessee is initiating free community college next year, and will fund the program by creating an endowment from lottery revenues.)

Several, but a minority, felt income redistribution made some sense.

Patrick M. felt that successful redistribution “requires that most of the cost of any solutions must fall on the top 1 percent. The point is not to demonize or in some way punish the wealthy.

The point is to recognize that in our system, wealth gradually moves from the bottom to the top. Redistribution is not about morality or fairness. It is about necessity.”

A reader directed me to a paper by liberal, Nobel Prize winning economist Joseph Stiglitz. He calls for a 40 percent tax on the top 25 percent of income (roughly the top 1 percent of Americans), a 20 percent tax on the next 25 percent of income, and no income tax on the remainder of income, but a 5 percent Value Added Tax (national sales tax) on everyone.

Although Stiglitz does not focus on the expenditure side, he identifies increased spending on infrastructure, technology and education as criti-

cal to the future health of the economy.

John M. also recommends infrastructure spending. “Government can create jobs for people. There is a crumbling infrastructure coast to coast. Waterways, roads and rail could be rebuilt to provide jobs.”

“Clearly manufacturing needs to be revitalized,” says Chuck S., a retired manufacturing executive. Chuck says we need to find ways to incentivize companies to in-source work “by allowing companies to pay the ‘China cost’ to their workers” and through tax policy make it possible to provide a middle-class wage.

Brent W. provided an extensive critique of the ideas I laid out in my earlier column, most of which he likes. He does think the child tax credit should be phased out, since it is not targeted to the poor and thus has a higher than necessary cost. Brent also opposes the idea of a wage subsidy, which he thinks would simply encourage employers to lower their wages.

Overall there was significant skepticism among respondents that government intervention to solve income inequality would be productive.

Yet I still worry that concentrating most wealth among the very few leaves the great majority without the resources to buy all the products and services we can produce.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– n A former Illinois legislator and aide to three governors, Jim Nowlan is co-author of “Fixing Illinois: Politics and Policy in the Prairie State” (University of Illinois Press, May 2014).

Our readers today are your customers tomorrow

Advertise with Pike Press 217-285-2345

The Saukee golfers are starting to put things on the right course in readiness for post-season play. Junior Nevin Grigsby is playing the best golf of his life and is continuing to post the Saukee low score each and every match.

10 Years Ago Sept. 22, 2004 Hickory Flats Group, a Winchester-based historic preservation company, is repairing the tower of the East School building. Funding for the $86,000 project has come from the coffers of the Pike County Historical Society. Richard DeLong of the society is helping supervise the work.

The first time the Pikeland Community School has had a See You at the Pole event brought a large crowd. The nationally recognized event has been held at the high school for a number of years, but this was the first time for PCS and was held after the students requested the event.

Betsy Splain was the 2004 Griggsville Apple Festival queen. Brittany Shoemaker was first runner-up and Michelle Ruble was second runner-up.

Jim and Betty Logan led the Magnificent Mile parade Saturday afternoon as the Grand Marshals. Both Logans are long-time residents of Griggsville and supporters of community events.

Employees of Illini Community Hospital honored Dr. Ansar and Shehnaz Ansari for 30 years of service Friday with a luncheon, honorary video and commemorative quilt.

■ Pickings from Pike’s Past is compiled by Michael Boren.

Get all your outdoors news at tworiversoutdoors.com

Maggie Hea, LCSW Counseling AND

Divorce Mediation

Consultation is FREE! 104 East 3rd St, Beardstown

217-321-1757

hea.mediation@gmail.com

A6

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

Pike County Community Health Partnership selected as RHI grant recipient

By BETH ZUMWALT

Harold Swartz

Harvey Mink

Neval Boyd

Harold V. Swartz, 85 of Quincy, formerly of Pittsfield died Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2014 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. Harold was born Jan. 26, 1929 in Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., a son of George V. and Myrtle Perry Swartz. He married Barbara Jean Goodwin and she survives.

Harold was a veteran of the United States Navy. In earlier years he worked for Garden Denver in Quincy. He then drove a truck for Burlington Northern Truck Lines for 30 years, retiring in 1985. He was a member of the Masonic Temple Consistory in Quincy and a past member of the South Side Boat Club. He was a collector of antique motorcycles and antique cars, loved going to “The Boat”, fishing, gardening, cats and dogs.

Harold is survived by his wife, Barbara, and a son, Steve (Pamela) Swartz all of Quincy and a brother, Ray (Leona) Swartz of Pittsfield.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Joyce Elaine Swartz, two sons in infancy, and a brother, Bill Swartz.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2014 at the Detroit Methodist Church with Rev. Dave Kelly officiating.Visitation was held Monday evening, Sept.

22, at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Masonic services will be held at 7 p.m. Monday evening at the Niebur Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Blue River Cemetery near Detroit with military graveside honors being accorded by Pittsfield American Legion Post #152 and Military Funeral Honor Guard.

Memorials are suggested to be made to the Blue River Cemetery or Pike County Animal Shelter.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.nieburfh.com. The Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield has been entrusted with the service.

Harvey Ray Mink, 89 of Pittsfield, died Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2014 at his residence in Pittsfield.

Harvey was born Feb 16, 1925 in Pittsfield, a son of Harvey Jacob and Gertrude Gill Mink. He married Ruby Cresson and they have been married 66 years.

Harvey was a veteran of the United States Navy and had worked for Pan Handle Pipeline for 33 1/2 years. He was a 50-plus year member of the United Methodist Church in Pittsfield, a 50 year member of Pittsfield Masonic Lodge #790 A.F. & A.M. Quincy Consistory serving as past secretary and past high priest. Harvey enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a “frequent flyer” at County Market.

He is survived by his wife, Ruby, and a son, Harvey Mink, Jr. and wife, Carolyn, of Atlanta, Ga; granddaughters, Vicky (Roger Martinez) Mink of Okinawa, Japan; Karen (Eric) Mink Todd of Sacramento, Calif. and four great-grandchildren, Emily, Jacob, Lauren and Carolyn. Harvey was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Marilyn Elaine Mink on Feb. 10, 2010.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014 at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield with Pastor Gary Dice officiating. Visitation was held from noon until 2 p.m. with Masonic services being held at 1:30 p.m., accorded

by Pittsfield Masonic Lodge #790 A.F. & A.M. Interment was in the Bethel Cemetery with military graveside honors accorded by Pittsfield American Legion Post #152 and Military Funeral Honor Guard.

Memorials are suggested to be made to Bethel Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.nieburfh.com. The Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield has been entrusted with the service.

Neval Boyd, 99, of Pittsfield, died Thursday, Sept. 18, 2014 at Griggsville Estates in Griggsville. Neval was born on an Indian reservation in Oklahoma, Feb. 9, 1915, a daughter to Earle and Viola Breeding Phillips. She married Dana T. Boyd Sept. 18, 1937 in Bowling Green, Mo. He preceded her in death Sept.19, 1977.

Neval started working as a nurses aid in the 1950’s at Illini Community Hospital then went to radiology school and became an x-ray Technician, working at Illini Community Hospital until her retirement in 1977. Neval worked at Green Acres Motel in Pittsfield until she was 92. She was a member of the Eastern Star and was a member of the First Christian Church in Pittsfield where she was active with the women of the church. She was a St. Louis Cardinals and Illini basketball fan. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends and was very talented at crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. She loved attending her grandchildren’s sporting events and dearly loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She is survived by a son, Daniel L. (Sue) Boyd of Arthur, and a daughter, Suzanne (Jerry) Carnivale of Quincy; six grandchildren, Mike Boyd of Arthur, Darcy (Bill) Singer of Arthur, Betsy (Ray) Card of Crystal Lake, Tony (Sarah) Carnivale of Kenosha, Wisc, Lori (Brad) Gehrke of Plainfield, and Carrie (Ryan) Boyd Culton of Pittsfield; in addition to 12 great-grandchildren; Adriana and Ashleigh Perez, Nick Gehrke, Andrew and Anabel Culton, Codi, Allie, Mary Kate and Jack Singer, Logan, Brock and Griffin Card. Neval is also survived by a very special friend, Jeanette Decker, three nieces and one nephew.

Neval was preceded in death by her husband and two sons, Sam Boyd in 1991 and Stan Boyd in 2002; a granddaughter, Stacy Boyd in 1974 and a sister, Bernie Powell.

Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, at the First Christian Church in Pittsfield with Pastor Michael TenEyck officiating.

Visitation was held prior to the service from 1:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. at the church. Interment was in the West Cemetery in Pittsfield.

Memorials are suggested to be made to the Griggsville Estates Activity Fund or Pittsfield First Christian Church. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.nieburfh. com. The Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield has been entrusted with the service.

Velma Phillips

Velma Sue Phillips, 61 of Valley City died Monday Sept. 15, 2014 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis.

She was born Jan. 29, 1953 in Brighton, Colo. the daughter of Orville and Ellen Bright Westfall.

She married Richard D. Phillips May 11, 1973 in Pittsfield.

Surviving are her children Preston M. Phillips (Morgan Smith) of Valley City, Timothy M. Phillips (Veronica Roth) of Golden, and Rhiannon M. Phillips (Joe O’Brien) of Springfield, her mother Ellen Jane Westfall of Valley City, and her sister Linda (Stephen) Kells of Valley City, six granddaughters, Caleigh, Kaitlynn, Ileana, Rhio, Alexis, Maddison, one grandson Owen and her dear friend, Sheila Dorsey of Perry.

Preceding her was her father Orville Westfall.

Velma graduated from Griggsville High School in 1971, she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved the outdoors, her flowers and her two cats, Peaches and Baby. She also enjoyed reading, movies, and shopping.

A funeral service was held at 5 p.m. Sunday Sept. 21, 2014 at the Airsman-Hires Funeral Chapel in Griggsville with Rev. Mark Dickerson officiating. Todd Evans was the pianist. Special recorded music included “Gone Too Soon”, “One More Day”, and “You’ll Be In My Heart”. Honorary casket bearers were Greg Liehr, Stephen Kells, Marvin Reel, Joseph Kells, Wayne Reel, Phillip Reel, Joseph O’Brien, Jason Thomas, and Brandon Hobson. Visitation was held Sunday from 3 until the time of the service at the funeral home.

Burial will be private.

Memorials can be made to the Pike County Animal Shelter.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.airsman-hires.com

Obituaries

Pittsfield, Illinois

Ann M. Griffeth Ann M. Griffeth, 66, of Pleasant Hill, died Friday evening Sept.

19, at Illini Community Hospital in Pittsfield.

Ann was born Oct. 23, 1947 in Lyons, N.Y., a daughter of John J. and Thelma Maxine Sigel Adams.

She married Richard “Dick” Griffeth Dec. 5, 1976 in Pleasant Hill. Dick died June 12, 2006.

Ann loved animals of all kinds, raising deer and was a well-known breeder of dogs. She enjoyed outdoor activities and hunting and fishing.

Survivors include a brotherin-law, Don Griffeth of Pittsfield, a sister-in-law, Brenda (Leroy) Leonard of rural Pleasant Hill, nieces, Judy Griffeth of Round Lake and Michelle Leonard of rural Pleasant Hill, nephews, Jeff (Nancy) Griffeth of Winamac, Ind., Mike (Michelle) Leonard of Pearl and Sonny (Avril) Leonard of rural Pittsfield and numerous great nieces and great -nephews as well as great-great nieces and great-great nephews.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Dick Griffeth and a sister-in-law, Jeannie Griffeth.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service will be held Monday, Oct. 13, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill. There is no visitation, but friends are invited to the memorial service.

Memorials in Ann’s name may be made to the Crescent Heights Cemetery Association or to the charity or organization of the donor’s choice.

Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangements.

John Kramer John Phillip Kramer, 64 of rural Pittsfield died Sunday afternoon Sept. 21, 2014 at his home.

He was born Aug. 5, 1950 in Ft. Wayne, Ind. the son of the late Bernard Eugene and Margaret Suzanne Berg Kramer. He married Brenda Thompson Dec. 25, 2011 in Vale, Ariz., and she survives at home.

Also surviving are his children Scott, of Denver, Colo, Jennifer of Tucson, Ariz., and Michael of Tucson, Ariz., a grandson Jordan and several brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.

Mr. Kramer lived in the Tucson area from 1960 until 2013. He had worked as the head grounds keeper for the University of Arizona at Tucson. He was also an accomplished gunsmith and toolmaker. He was a ham radio operator and enjoyed working on cars. He attended the First Christian Church in Pittsfield.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 24, 2014 at the First Christian Church in Pittsfield. The family will meet with friends from 10 a.m.until the time of the service Wednesday at the church. Memorials can be made to the family.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.airsman-hires.com The Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Pittsfield is in charge of the arrangements.

The Pike County Community Health Partnership (PCCHP) has been awarded a grant from the Southern Illinois School of Medicine as part of the Illinois Rural/Downstate Health Initiative Act for the 2015 fiscal year. The $20,000 grant is part of a program established to advance innovative proposals that respond to access problems in medically underserved rural areas and in designated shortage areas such as Pike County.

The Rural Health Initiative Grant (RHI) will make it possible for PCCHP to continue its work toward collaboratively strengthening the health and wellness of Pike County’s citizens. The Partnership has been able to continue its work for the past eight years because of the RHI grant, state and federal grants and donations from the public.

“We know that PCCHP’s efforts have impacted the health and wellbeing of Pike County in so many ways since the group’s inception in 2006.,” Patti McIntosh, executive secretary of the PCCHP, said “We owe much of the Partnership’s ability to address local health concerns to the Southern Illinois School of Medicine’s Rural Health Program.

We are grateful to them for continuing to be an invaluable partner to

PCCHP.” Projects that will be implemented as a result of the new grant encompass a myriad of areas, including: continuation of the Pike County Food Pantry Garden, ATOD Coalition under-takings, Catch Childhood Obesity Training, 2015 Senior Expo activities, and marketing of the Pike County Safety Net Dental Clinic, among others.

Previous RHI grants have funded activities which have included among others: Ruby Payne Understanding the Culture of Poverty Program; the SHINE Childhood Obesity program; conducting a Poverty Simulation Workshop; helping enable a Consultant for the Safety Net Dental Clinic and support of Pike County Unmet Needs (PCUN).

In addition, the RHI Grant will enable: continuation of an office assistant for one day a week; conducting an annual membership meeting; distribution of “The Connection” PCCHP quarterly newsletter; and maintenance of PCCHP’s website (www.pikehealthpartnership. org). Many of the Partnership’s other expenses are covered by inkind contributions from the Steering Committee organizations.

SIU School of Medicine works with downstate physicians, hospitals and health care agencies to assess health care needs of the region.

Support for SIU’s on-going efforts to improve health care in the region came from the Illinois Legislature through the Rural/Downstate Health Act, which began in 1994.

Its goal is to improve health care in the rural and medically underserved areas of the state, and is a major component of the School of Medicine’s outreach efforts to assist rural and underserved areas in central and southern Illinois with increasing access to healthcare services and improving local healthcare infrastructure. In its 20 years of existence, the Rural Health Initiative has worked with hospitals, federally qualified health centers, departments of public health, mental health centers, local planning groups and a variety of other entities, both public and private, to define local needs and identify solutions The PCCHP Steering Committee provides oversight and direction for implementing RHI grant activities. That group is comprised of: Pike County Health Department, Illini Community Hospital, Health and Wellness Foundation of Pike County, Mental Health Center of Western Illinois, Pike Co., Two Rivers RC&D, and two at-large community member organizations – PACT Head Start and U of I Extension, Unit 14.

Illini construction update Sept. 22-26 As Phase1 of Illini Community Hospital’s 2-phase, $4.5 million construction project enters its twelfth week, community members should begin noticing major changes to the planned addition on the West end of the facility.

“Steel work is scheduled to begin this week and should take approximately 3 weeks to complete,” said Kathy Hull, President and CEO of Illini. “This is very exciting as we will get to begin to see what this structure will actually look like.”

The 2,720 square foot addition will act as the entry-point for the new Illini Rural Health Clinic.

The existing space, known as the

Strauss Wing at the hospital, will be renovated as part of Phase 2 of the project. The two spaces will be combined to be utilized by the Rural Health Clinic.

“The Rural Health Clinic is currently in a building that is around 2,700 square feet in size,” Hull said. “With the new addition coupled with the renovation of the Strauss Wing, the new Rural Health Clinic will be over 6,000 square feet in size. The additional space is needed and something our providers are looking forward to in order to better serve our patients.”

Progress is also being made in the currently unused space above the Emergency Department, which

will house the Consulting Physician Clinic and Outpatient Services/Oncology.

“Drywall work is going to begin this week and it will also take approximately 3 weeks to complete,” Hull said. “If everything goes as planned, our hope is to have that space open and useable by the 2nd or 3rd week of December. There’s still a lot that needs to be completed but we feel confident our construction team will help us meet that goal.”

If any member of the community has questions or concerns related to the construction project, he or she is encouraged to call 217-2852113 extension 3810.

Join us as we say farewell to those who have passed on Death notices are now available in our daily news update emails Monday - Friday

Go to pikepress. com to sign up today

Community

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

Milton Milton Corn Carnival this weekend There will be a local candidate Meet and Greet Reception, sponsored by Pike County Democrat women, Sunday, Sept. 28 from 2-4 p.m. at the Senior Center, 220 West Adams, Pittsfield.

Milton-Pearl HCE will be at the Community Center from 1 to 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 24 and from 9 to 5 Sept. 25 to accept any items you would like to donate for the flea market during the Corn Carnival. You may also call Darlene Moore at 217-473-3246 if you have any questions or would like to make other arrangements for donations.

The Corn Carnival theme this year is, “They’re gonna put me in the Movies!” Schedules are available at Farmers National Bank in Milton.

The Douglas Cemetery Board is taking preorders for cinnamon rolls to be sold at the Milton Corn Carnival.

If you would like to order a half

dozen or more, please call 217-7234044 after 5 p.m. The rolls must be preordered by Sept. 25 and picked up by noon at the booth at the Corn Carnival, Saturday, Sept 27.

East Pike Fire Protection District Ladies Auxiliary will be in charge of the pie stand during Corn Carnival.

Donations of pies and baked goods would be greatly appreciated. Call Karrie Spann, 723-4262, if you have any questions.

Milton Corn Carnival vendor information and Carnival Ride Tickets, contact Deb Moore 723-4228.

All Milton Corn Carnival pageants: contestants must live in the old East Pike School District or have a parent or grandparent that lives in the old East Pike School District: Baby contest (0-24 months): Contact Emily Hoover at 217-4739306. Sign ups are now closed.

Nebo

By KARRIE SPANN 723-4262

There will be a Hunter Education Course in Nebo at the Dog House Oct. 2 from 6-9 p.m. and Oct 4 8 a.m.-4 p.m.. For more information on this call Dean Spann at 7342867.

The Pike County Color Drive is just around the corner. This year it will be Oct. 18 and 19. The Nebo Community Club is preparing! The club will be making Apple butter Oct. 4 to sell during the Color Drive. If anyone would like to help make the apple butter, come to the club that morning.

The Nebo Halloween Carnival date has been set for Oct. 24. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and carnival starts at 7 p.m. Please come out and enjoy this fun event.

The D.O.G. House is thinking about starting a reading program.

If anyone would be interested in

this kind of program please let them know. For more information call Carolyn Johns 734-2764, if no answer, leave a message, or message on Facebook at Michaels Doghouse.

Also, they would like to know if there would be anyone interest in starting GED classes again.

Kelly and Kevin Hill went to the Chicagoland Speedway two weekends ago. They met up with friends and also met up with Brandon Griffeth (from Pittsfield) who works on Kyle Busch’s car as a mechanic.

Brandon also is a tire catcher and goes over the wall if the car needs mechanical attention.

Darrell Grammer had to have another knee surgery because of infection. He is recovering well now. He would appreciate your prayers.

Several of the Grammer fam-

Pleasant Hill

Christian Church will have yard sale On Sunday, Oct. 12, Justin Raulston will be at the Pleasant Hill Christian Church sharing about Christian student fFellowship at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited.

On Saturday, Oct. 25, there is going to be a benefit for Phillip Gates who has been battling cancer since the fall of 2013. There will be a chicken dinner. Cost $8 for adults and 4-8, $4. There will be a 50/50 drawing, a gun raffle, silent auction. The gun is a Mossberg shotgun deer and turkey combo for $10 each ticket. Need not be present to win. Contact Angie Hughes at 217-491-8308, Joe Gates 217491-1192, Mack Holland 618-2321432, or Donna Stelbrink 618-5353504 to purchase a ticket.

The family of Hugh Sutherland held a open house birthday party for him Saturday night. Besides family, many friends and former co-workers attended. The food was excellent and visiting was enjoyed by all.

The Nebo Community Clubs is looking for quart and pints jars to use in making their apple butter. If you have you would like to donate, contact any club member.

If you do not know someone, call me and I will put you in touch with someone.

Our fifth grandchild was born this past week.

Michael and Allison Miller welcomed Francine Ann Miller who was born Sept. 18.

She weighed 7 pounds and was 19

Rockport in your prayers. She is back in the hospital and has had surgery. Pray she gets along good this time and remember Leon and the family as well.

Don’t forget the Milton Corn Carnival this weekend. Sounds like they are going to have good weather

Hawthorne Inn Assisted Living news Happy Fall! We hope everyone is having a nice week and enjoying the beautiful weather we have been having! The residents have been busy here at the assisted living this last week by preparing for the fall season. We have been pulling out the decorations and making some new decorations to enjoy this year.

We decked out our patio and outside entry with mums and pumpkins.

They are beautiful!

We helped Maurine Cloninger celebrate her 92nd birthday earlier this month. Everyone enjoyed a time of fellowship while having a treat of birthday cake and ice cream.

We would like for everyone to mark their calendars for Oct. 2.

State Senator Sam McCann and State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer will be visiting us in the

and other area news

New name on prayer list this week ent to win. Tickets are $5.00 apiece.

Only 500 tickets will be sold. The funds will be used by each boy (Trailman) to fund our “summer event”, a four day canoe trip at the Current River.

Contact any Trailman for tickets or they may be purchased at The First National Bank of Barry, Farmers Bank of Liberty in Barry, Carquest in Barry, or our raffle sponsor Hart & Wyatt Professional Land Surveyors in Barry. Gun Descriptions: *Springfield Armory XD .40 cal SS/Black 4” pistol with gun and clip holsters; * Smith and Wesson model 811036 M&P .223 cal AR-15 Sport Rifle with 30 round clip; * 870 Remington shotgun 5114 Express Super Mag 12 ga. Combo.

Recycling -- Friday -- 9:30 - 1:30 -- by Bowlers Universe.

Never too late to start saving those General Mills’ boxtops.

Trivia Answers from Last Week: 1. How many bricks are in a ton of bricks? (444 bricks) 2. Under what age of the Israelites, did God bless and allow into the promised land? (under 20 years old) 3. What is a baby rabbit called? (a kit) 4. How many times did Moses hit the rock with a rod and water came out for the people to drink? (twice) 5. Who suffers more from migraine headaches, men or women? (women) 6. How old was Aaron when he died and in what mount did he die? (he was 123 years old and died in Mount Hor) Trivia Questions for This Week: 1. Og, the king of Bashan who was a giant, had a bed made out of what?

2. Who were the two Presidents to sign the Constitution?

3. What country did Moses describe as an “iron furnace”?

4. Who were the two Presidents to sign the Declaration of Independence?

5. Who was the ruler of the synagogue that begged Jesus to heal his daughter?

6. Who was the only U.S. President to decline a salary and instead bill Congress for his expenses?

Friday, Sept. 19th, Howard and Alma Harshman joined several members of Alma’s high school class for a reunion lunch at the Red Apple Room.

George and Ginger Whitlock attended the wedding of their nephew and his new bride Robert and Lori (White) Whitlock on Saturday, Sept. 20th, at the Baylis Baptist Church. Afterwards, they stopped at the home of Tim and Stacey Brown to wish their granddaughter Ashley a Happy 14th Birthday. While they were there, they were able to see the new great-grandson Robert Lee Wyatt, son of Tracy and Christy Wyatt. They had a very good eventful day.

By WYVETTA DAVIS 285-4880 Harold and Joyce Harshman of St. Joseph, Missouri, called on Howard and Alma Harshman on Saturday, Sept. 20th. Harold and Joyce were in Pittsfield to attend her class reunion.

Amos Blacketer, son of Tad and Hannah Blacketer of Lincoln, Illinois, celebrated his second birthday with family Saturday, Sept.

20th. Grandparents are George and Cindy Clevenger of Mt. Pulaski and Carl and Wanda Blacketer. Amos has an older brother Asa who is four.

Everyone enjoyed being together and cake and ice cream.

Folks, I realize I am always telling you about where we go to listen to gospel groups. And when we do that, we always have a good time. But one of our all time favorite groups is Anticipation. Steve and I figured it up and we have been to see them six times. I know of two ladies from our area who goes to see them whenever and wherever they are in driving distance. Anticipation is that good.

Saturday evening, Sept. 20th, at the Barry Nazarene Church was no exception. Steve and I were among the good crowd that enjoyed listening to this wonderful group. And were we all blessed!! Anticipation will be in our area again Saturday, Oct. 25, at 7 p.m. at the Pike County Senior Center at 220 West Adams in Pittsfield. Make plans to attend and come ready for a great evening.

During Anticipation’s break Saturday evening, Sept. 20, Erica Graham sang. Can she ever sing! Hope to hear more from her in the future.

Jim and Millie Carroll and Carl and Wanda Blacketer enjoyed the fried chicken dinner at the Pleasant Hill American Legion Sunday, Sept. 21.

“Those who think it’s alright to tell white lies, soon become color blind”.

Finished a very good book that I’m recommending, and it is Saving Cee Cee Honeycut by Beth Hoffman.

Your news is always appreciated. Please give me a call with the news you are willing to share. And thank you.

God bless and have a great week.

Six ethics of life Before you Pray -- Believe Before you Speak -- Listen Before you Spend -- Earn Before you Write -- Think Before you Quit -- Try Before you Die -- Live

Griggsville

Operation Christmas seeking volunteers

Had a good time at the family reunion The Pence family reunion was held Sunday, Sept. 21 at the New Canton Park. Some had to work and were missing but we still had 28.

We had a lot of good food, and good times, with games and stuff. We enjoyed ourselves.

Please remember Sue Holcomb

New Salem

“It’s not so much what is poured into the student but what is planted that really counts”. Progressive Farmer Birthdays and anniversaries for this week are: Sept. 24 -- Phyllis Ehredt, Jaime Syrcle, Luke Smith, Avery Bradshaw, Little Mr & Miss(4-6 years old): Rosalee McDannold, Edith Turner; Contact Ashley Nash at 217-370-8524. Sept. 25 -- Melissa Johnston, Troy Jr. Miss (5-8 grade): Contact Garner; Sept.

26 -- Mckenzie Heather Richards at 217-491-2008.

Gwartney; Sept. 27 -- Clint Weir, Queen contest: Contact Jamie Tasha Kirk, Sharon and Roger Straus; Kattelman 217-653-0893 Sept. 28 -- Maurice Slater, Jon & Contestants for the Milton Corn Kerensa Webel, Nicole Browning; Carnival, Miss Corny Contest set Sept. 29 -- Panny Tedrow, Elizabeth for 9:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26 on Rudd, Aunt Ona and Uncle Don Ogle; the square in Milton. To enter, call Bill and Laura Grimsley, Mary Beth Sherri Howland, 217-723-4311or Carla and Maurice Slater, Pennie Rush, Allen 723-4484, you may also leave a Emily Rhodes; Sept. 30 -- Debbie message. This contest hasn’t been held Fitzpatrick, Vanessa Edgar. for several years, lets bring it back for Prayer Requests: April Myers, lots of fun! Grand prize for winning is Angie Lin, Betty Collins, Bob Rue, $100 and a beautiful crown!

Brenda and Darold Garner, Connie McFall, Debbie Fitzpatrick, David Brawdy, Dianna Ruble, Eric Wilson, Heather Alvey, Jeanette Doran, Janet Shoemaker, Josh Bennett, Karen McCullen, Leroy Leonard, Mary Crane, Missionary Mike Leonard and family, Monica Ruble, Ona Ogle, By Roger Woods, Radar Grim, Roger Lori Clendenny Bonnett, Roger and Brenda Pennock, 217-734-1811 Vicki Brackett and family, and pray especially for the United States of loriclendenny@gmail.com Americ its leaders, its people, and let everyone remember how and why this ily got together and had a birth- great country was founded. day party for Rosemary Grammer Eight years ago Sept. 22, my and Rilee Boatright (Darrell and dear mother went home to be with Rosemary’s great-granddaughter) the Lord. Forever loved and always Saturday. Afterwards, Rilee and her missed. friends went to Bonkers in Quincy.

If you read the prayer requests, you Rilee turned 8 years old. probably noticed that I added Debbie Happy Birthday this week to Fitzpatrick to the list. When she was Bridgette Adams and Kayla hurrying to help a neighbor, she fell Merryman! Also, I’d like to wish and hit her head against a tree and also a Happy Birthday to my Aunt Kay broke her arm in three places. After McDaniel in Versailles! being in Blessing Hospital for sevQuote of the week “Always eral days, she was sent to a nursing put yourself in the oth- home to recuperate and get well. If you er’s shoes. If you feel that it would like to send her a note or a card, hurts you, it probably hurts the per- here is her address: Debbie Fitzpatrick, son too.”

Monroe City Manor Nursing Home, 1010 Hwy. 24 / 36 East, Monroe City, Mo. 63456. Give us help from trouble: for vain is the help of man.

Through God we shall do valiantly: for he it is that shall tread down our enemies. Psalm 60:11, 12 Legos are very much needed at the public library.

By Either drop them off when the DEBBIE MILLER Library is open or, if they need picked up, please call the Library at 1-217734-2845 335-2149.

At the BARRY APPLE FESTIVAL: inches long. She joins big sister, Trail Life Troop IL. 15 is raffling Bernadette, who will be three in off your choice of one of three guns or December. Her grandparents are $500 cash. The drawing will be made Mike and Debbie Miller of rural on the Sunday afternoon of Festival Nebo and Kelly and Eric Lyon of October 5, 2014. You need not be presNormal. Her great-grandparents are Todd Miller of Nebo and Ray Webster of Cypress, Cali.

The Christian Church will be holding a yard sale during the color drive to raise money for the mission trip to Haiti. Anyone with Bored? Uninspired? Empty shoedonations can contact the church boxes lying around with no purpose? or any member.

Join us for a fun and inspiring evening as we launch Operation Christmas Child. Come and learn how simple, gift-filled shoeboxes deliver the hope of the Gospel to children all over the world. The event will be held Friday, Sept. 26 from 7-8:15 p.m. at the Pittsfield Church of the Nazarene By Family Center, 227 West Washington Street in Pittsfield. It will include quesFRANCES tion and answers time, door prizes, fun PENCE and fellowship. Bring your family and 217-242-3511 friends to hear how God has impacted for it. lives for eternity through this minisThat’s all for this week, God try of Samaritan’s Purse. For further Bless you all and have a good week. information, please contact Bob and Karla DeVries at (217) 723-4036.

Cleve and Susanne Curry had 16 of their family home for Apple Festival weekend. Saturday evening, they enjoyed a family supper togethdining room of the Hawthorne Inn er, officially greeting the arrival of Assisted Living from 11 a.m.-1 pm. Katherine Jolie Curry, now two weeks Please stop by to mingle and enjoy old. Katherine is the fourth daughter some refreshments! We look for- of Justin and Joelle, and joins sisters Milana, Moira, and Ella Nora. College ward to seeing you!

For information or questions friends Ron and Karen McClellan about our assisted living, please call also joined the Curry’s Friday night at Lisa at 217-285-5257. We would the Apple Festival through Saturday morning for a family brunch and love to show you around! wagon rides at the farm before returning to Olathe, KS. Join Girl Scouts today! Girl Scouts

D.O.G. House offering education opportunities

A7

Pittsfield, Illinois

is here to inspire girls to roll up their sleeves, help their community, and even earn badges and awards! Any girl in grades K-12 can become a Girl Scout. Girl Scout leaders are also needed. Adult volunteers make the Girl Scout program possible for girls.

Locally, Girl Scouts is currently looking for Daisy (grades Kindergarten1st grades) and Junior (grades 4-5) troop leaders for the Griggsville area.

To find out more information, contact Erica Douglas at (217) 222-1030 or edouglas@girlscouts-gsci.org Happy birthday wishes go out to Lanie Daniels of Perry Thursday, Sept. 25!

Out-of-town visitors of Sonny and Janice Sneeden were their sons and daughter-in-law Richard and Lynn Sneeden of Clinton, Ind. and Mike and Sarah Sneeden of Bloomington, grandchildren Andrew Sneeden and Hope Sneeden and son Max, Bob and Joyce Grant of Monmouth, Dick and Betty Wade of Springfield, Cathy and Ed Pence of Jacksonville, and John and Ines Kelley of Quincy.

It was good to see George and Dana Kelner of Park Hill, Okla. and their children Madeline, Aaron, Chloe, Levi, Ty, and Owen were here for the Apple Festival. George is a former ag teacher of Griggsville High School.

Dewayne and I were saddened to

By NADINE KESSINGER 217-407-4502 kessy@casscomm.com

get an email from the wife of Paul Abney, informing us of Paul’s death Sept. 15. Paul had been diagnosed with cancer in August and passed away peacefully at home about six weeks later. He is survived by his wife, Donna, and two sons. He graduated from Griggsville High School in 1967.

Congratulations to all the winners at the Apple Festival over the weekend!

Sympathy is extended to the family of Velma Phillips of Valley City, who passed away at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis Monday, Sept.

15.

Congratulations to the winners in the chili cook-off at the Apple Festival!

Here is a list of the winners: 1st place: Christy Lacey of Griggsville, 2nd place: Amanda White of Griggsville, and People’s Choice: Christy Lacey.

All you need for happiness is a good gun, a good horse, and a good wife. – Daniel Boone

Stop suffering and get your life back!

Dr. Harsha Polavarapu, Colorectal Surgeon, offers a new innovative treatment proven to resolve painful hemorrhoids. This minimally invasive, doppler-guided procedure is safe and effective and offers patients a quick recovery. By treating the cause of the disease and not just the symptoms, THD can address bleeding, prolapse and pain. The treatment involves three simple steps and will have you back to work or normal activity in as little as 3 days.

Dr. Harsha sees patients at the Illini Community Hospital Consulting Physicians Clinic. To make an appointment call (217) 285-2113 ext. 244 or visit us online at www.BlessingPhysicianServices.org/Colon to learn more.

Illini Community Hospital • Pittsfield, IL BlessingPhysicianServices.org

Harsha Polavarapu, MD • Colorectal Surgery

A8

Pike Press

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Great times in Griggsville

Submitted photo

Julie Boren/Pike Press

Jamie Kelley’s second grade class at Griggsville-Perry Elementary School was one of several classes to create a float in keeping with the farm life theme of the parade. Students enjoyed portraying a menagerie of animals while Mrs. Kelley played the part of a farmer.

Salute

to the

FFA

The Griggsville Apple Festival honored past and present FFA students and advisors Friday night during the festivities. Don Toepke, left, who was the Griggsville High School FFA advisor for almost 30 years, is shown with former students Becky Myers and Eric Kunzeman. Brian Shoemaker and Alex Tedrow, far right, were the masters of ceremony for the evening.

Griggsville-Perry approves audit, budget

Justin A. Cobb/Pike Press

Griggsville Apple Festival Queen Pageant winners, announced Friday evening, were, from left, Best Orator award winner Francesca Craven, Second Runner-Up Ashley Miller, Queen Rachel Lightle, and First RunnerUp Bailey Powers. Lightle and Powers also won Apple Princess and the Community Scholarship award, respectively.

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press Griggsville-Perry School Board approved both the audit and the budget at the Sept. 17 meeting.

The fiscal year 2014 audit, conducted by Jacksonville firm Zumbahlen, Eyth, Surratt, Foote & Flynn, Ltd., yielded no remarkable findings, Dr. Janet Gladu, district superintendent, said by phone Friday morning.

The board voted to rehire the same firm to audit the 2015 fiscal year.

The 2015 budget “is a balanced budget at this point,” Gladu said.

The budget takes into account proration of aid from the state and the possibility the state will not make those disbursements in a timely manner, according to Gladu.

“It’s always a worst-case scenario with the State of Illinois,” Gladu said.

The meeting, which lasted about an hour and a half, was preceded by at 15-minute public hearing on the budget, which no member of the public attended except two teachers, Christine Bingham and Cindy Lightle, who attend every meeting, according to Gladu.

In other news, two 2014 GPHS graduates, Allyson Bingham and Chance Vose, were approved as school volunteers.

Bingham, a freshman in education at University of Iowa, must complete a certain number of volunteer hours as a condition of one of her scholarships, Gladu

Two Rivers Outdoors holding game cam photo contest

Justin A. Cobb/Pike Press

Miss Apple Blossom and Johnny Appleseed pageant winners, announced Friday evening at the Griggsville Apple Festival, were, from left, First Runner-Up Lucas Sidwell, six-year-old son of Jason and Carla Sidwell; Johnny Appleseed winner Brackston Taylor, six-year-old son of Brandon Dolbeare and Regina Taylor; Miss Apple Blossom Ellorie Shailyn Lambeth, six-year-old daughter of Nathan Christison and Sawyer Lambeth; and First Runner-Up Layni Syrcle, five-year-old daughter of David and Heather Syrcle.

Two Rivers Outdoors, an online hunting and fishing website, is holding a game cam photo contest.

Readers are encourage to send in their favorite photo captured on their game cam anytime in the 2014 calendar year. Photos will be accepted now through Nov. 20.

Voting will take place from Nov. 21 - 27 on tworiversoutdoors.com.

Winner will be announced Friday, Nov. 28 on tworiversoutdoors. com. Please limit one picture per person. Photos can be uploaded using the form on tworiversoutdoors.com, or emailed to customerservice@tworiversoutdoors. com. If emailing, please include your name, town, phone number and a short description of the photo. Prizes will be announced in the upcoming weeks.

said.

Vose will assist science teachers with soil testing under the district’s Monsanto grant.

The board approved the annual application to Illinois State Board of Education for recognition of schools.

There was a first reading on policy updates, with no action taken.

A computer support contract on the agenda was not acted upon.

The superintendent announced petitions to run for school board are to be picked up at the county clerk’s office, not the district office as it has been before.

They will be available starting Sept. 23 and should be turned in between Dec. 15 and 22.

There are four seats open for the April 7, 2015, election, Gladu said.

The meeting began with a closed session lasting approximately 50 minutes to discuss litigation, personnel and individual student matters.

Based on those discussions, in open session the board hired Bob Barrows as junior high girls volleyball coach, Susanne Brawdy as part-time social worker and Brian Hambleton as junior high girls basketball coach.

Barrows is currently the interim principal at GPMS in Perry; Hambleton, the driver education, health, and physical education teacher, Gladu said.

The resignation of Nicole Scranton as English and technology teacher, effective Sept. 30, was approved.

Champ Clark Bridge to close for five days

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Last week, MoDot posted a strict weight limit restriction on the Champ Clark Bridge at Louisiana.

This week they have announced they are closing the bridge for approximately five days starting Oct. 6, weather permitting, for structural repairs.

The repairs include the removal and replacement of bridge expansion joints, and miscellaneous con-

crete work in and around the new expansion joints, and at various locations on the bridge.

“We found some problems during an inspection last year,” Brian Haeffner, area engineer with MoDot, said. “We had hoped to get it fixed before now.”

Haeffner said the deficiencies being repaired will not affect the weight limit. Those will stay in place for the remainder of the bridge’s use.

The repairs will start Monday, Oct. 6, weather permitting.

Like our photos?

Request a reprint. 217-285-2345

Go Play In The Street!

5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

Saturday, October 11 8 a.m.

Greenfield, Illinois Julie Boren/Pike Press

Griggsville’s baby winners are Faith Hasten, left, and Griffen Nash, pictured here with their mothers, Kylee Hasten and Nicole Nash. Selection was made Saturday morning prior to the parade.

Griggsville Apple Festival Chili Cook-Off winners Christy Lacey, Griggsville, won First Place in the Griggsville Apple Festival Chili Cook-Off. Lacey also won People’s

News

Pittsfield, Illinois

Choice.

Second Place went to Amanda White, Griggsville.

Questions??

call Patty Thaxton, 217.368.2500 or goplayinthestreet.org

And Tot Trot!

Hosted by “Just Good Friends” relay team, to benefit Greene County Relay for Life 5K/1 Mile Entry Fee: $20 by October1/$25 Day of event (fees are nonrefundable) Moisture - wicking tech shirts guaranteed for the first 100 registrants!

Jerseyville Manor Tot Trot Entry Fee: $5 by October1/$10 Day of event Campbell 5K Awards: Top 5K overall male & female; first and second male & female in age groups: 13 & under, Publications 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ Tot Trot: Finisher’s Medal and T-shirt for all participants; open to childern 3 - 6 years old Race Day Registration: October 11, 6:30 - 7:30 a.m., in church parking lot Location: Charity Southern Baptist Church, NW corner of Rt. 267 and Prairie St., Greenfield, IL -- 25 mi. south of Jacksonville or 3 mi. north of 267/108 junction; Prairie is the first street on north end of town.

Questions: Patty Thaxton, 217.368.2500 or goplayinthestreet.org

Please cut on dotted line and return this portion, including signed waiver and check payable to “Just Good Friends” to: Go Play in the Street, c/o Patty Thaxton, RR#1 Box 70, Greenfield, IL 62044 Registering for: ____5K ___1 Mile ___Trot Name 5k/1Mile:_________________________________________ Age: (on 10/11/14) _______ Name (Tot Trot):_________________________________________ Age: (on 10/11/14) _______ Address:_______________________________________ Phone:________________ City/State/Zip: _________________________________ e-mail:__________________________________ 5k/1Mile Gender: __M __F T-shirt size: __S __M __L __XL Tot Trot: Youth T-shirt: __S __M __L Waiver: I, intending to be legally bound, hereby – for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators – waive and release any/all sponsors, their representatives and assigns from any/all rights and claims for damages I may have arising out of any injuries and illnesses suffered by me in this event.

_________________________________________________________ Signature of Participant or Parent/Legal Guardian if Participant is under age 18

_____________

Date

News

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

a9

Pittsfield, Illinois

Western schools to sell real estate

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press Western school board approved putting three tracts of real estate up for sale at the Wednesday evening, Sept. 17, meeting.

Two of the tracts are empty lots on the east side of the Barry facility.

The third, in Kinderhook, has a district-owned house on the lot.

The district used to provide houses to superintendents as part of their compensation, but those houses are no longer in use.

In addition to the house in Kinderhook, the districts owns a house in Barry, which is not in livable condition and will be razed, the board approving the low bid of $6,200 from Skirvin Excavation, Liberty.

Removal of asbestos from the house was complete as of Sept. 11, Board President Lorc Weir said, according to draft minutes.

Budget woes continue to plague the district.

The district will have to use up its working cash to balance this year’s budget, and future budgets may demand additional working cash bond revenues, Supt. Terry Robertson told the board, draft minutes read.

The board assented to volleyball coach Anna Hechler’s request to take the varsity team to the

IHSA State Finals at Redbird Arena on the Illinois State University campus in Normal, with the team funding its own travel, according to draft minutes.

The revised plan for special education personnel is “better meeting the needs of students,” Robertson told the board, draft minutes read.

The plan places one full-time special education teacher in each building to ensure special education students receive all the time and attention required by each students respective individual education plans, but if they have time to spare, they assist teachers in regular classrooms with students who are struggling, Robertson said by phone Tuesday afternoon.

An additional bus driver is needed, according to the transportation committee, draft board meeting minutes read.

Bus drivers Dave Fee and Jeremy Walston were commended “for their cooperation with the numerous challenges” stemming from the need for additional help, draft minutes read.

Recently retired Western Elementary School educational aide Jana Call will be recognized with a plaque for her 24 years of service to the West Pike and Western school districts, draft minutes read.

The superintendent reviewed a historical report he received on the district’s building programs between 1949 and 1952.

Copies of the document will be made available to the public on request.

One hour and 29 minutes into the meeting, the board entered closed session to discuss personnel, purchase or lease of real property, setting price for sale of real property, emergency security procedures, student discipline, and individual student matters.

After two hours and 13 minutes in closed session, the board returned to open session and approved “revamped” hours and wages for school cooks, draft minutes read.

The kitchen staff was reduced from four to three cooks at the beginning of school, and all three were to work eight-hour days, no overtime, for 180 days.

This arrangement, at first done on a trial basis, was made permanent.

Head Cook Michelle Driscoll and her assistants, Paula Thompson and Brianne Wible, are paid $12.50 and $10 per hour, respectively.

This plan is anticipated to save the district $3,500 to $5,000 this year.

The meeting began 6:03 p.m. and lasted three hours and 55 minutes, according to draft meeting minutes.

Board members Shane Fee and Tera Hart arrived two and four minutes late, respectively.

Hart missed the vote on the consent agenda.

Council gives lot to PCHS

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Pittsfield City Council voted last week at its regular meeting to give the Pike County Historical Society the lot at the corner of Jackson and Jefferson for a monument to the former Higbee School.

“It’s too small to do anything else with,” Paul Lennon, alderman of the ward, where the lot sets, said.

Robert Evans and Lloyd Lawber had appeared at a previous council meeting and asked for permission to use the lot to build the memorial to Higbee, using some of the salvaged materials from the school.

At that time the council offered the property to the two men, who said due to the maintenance and upkeep involved in owning the lot, they would have to check with their board. “ I hear they voted six to two to accept the lot,” Hayden said.

“Evans and Lawber couldn’t be here tonight but that’s what they told me.”

The council gave the PCHS two years to complete or at least have started on the memorial or the property will revert back to the city.

The men are looking for dona-

tions to help offset the cost of buying the artifacts and then creating the memorial.

The council also discussed a proposed awning by the Pittsfield Moose Lodge. The Lodge, on the 100 block of West Washington, is renovating its building and putting a new façade on the front. Part of the plans call for an 8-foot awning.

“It clearly extends on to our right-of-way and probably the state right-of-way,” Tommy Reinhardt, building inspector, told the council.

Reinhardt said his concern was if the city and/or state were plowing snow they would damage the awning or its support posts as it sets so close to the roadway.

The Illinois Department of Transportation plans to make improvements to that stretch of 106 next year and will also be making the sidewalks at the intersections at the either end of that block handicapped accessible.

The council decided to have Reinhardt and city engineer Max Middendorf look at the situation as well as an IDOT representative who is scheduled to make a visit to Pittsfield soon.

A recently discovered street in the city was also a topic of discus-

sion.

Reid Richards, who owns Way Cool Autobody on North Jackson, had requested permission to expand his building, a former church, that was a gas station before that. Such a plan would involve vacating a never-used north-south alley.

“When I went to look at it, I got to looking and there is a street there,” Reinhardt said. “It’s never been open but it is on the books.”

The street runs east-west.

Reinhardt said in 1954, the first few feet of the street was closed, making it inaccessible to Jackson Street.

“But I think it goes clear back to Lincoln Street,” he said. “It intersects with the alley Richards wanted to close.”

That alley has never been opened, either.

The council voted to instruct Mike Hollahan, city attorney, to start the procedure to close both the alley and the street.

“It’s a street that starts no where and goes no where,” Lennon said.

“Nobody can use it.”

Once closed the property will be divided between the property owners on either side, which will be Buffalo Prairie Dental Clinic and

Richards. Both property owners have been mowing and maintaining the area since they assumed possession of their properties.

The city council also deferred on a request by the United Methodist Church to host a 5K and a one-mile run/walk Nov. 15.

Lisa Welbourne attended the meeting along with Sandy Curless and their daughters to ask the council’s permission. After describing the route, which would start at the UMC church and travel north to Benson Street, Bob Ritchart objected saying the area around the mill would be very busy with harvest at that time of year and suggested they find an alternative.

The council traditionally discourages races that cross the highway, citing safety factors.

Welbourne and her committee are to meet with the Pittsfield Chief of Police, Kenny Yelliott, and work out a route, which may or may not be the original route intended.

The group will have a volunteer at each intersection instructing runners where to go.

Proceeds from the run will go to Operation Christmas Child.

Hatchers visit ancestral sites

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Roger and Julia Hatcher of Pearl have often talked about going on vacation and visiting the east coast and seeing some of the sites connected to the Hatcher family history.

“I’m not much of a genealogist.

Roger’s sister, Anna Gwen Delong is and she gave us some information, ” Julia Hatcher said. “ This was very interesting.”

The Hatchers visited Virginia earlier this summer and found a restaurant called the Half Way House.

The Half Way House is described as “a fixture for the weary traveler on the road between Richmond and Petersburg since before the Revolution.”

It was started by Roger Hatcher’s seventh great grandfather, William Hatcher, the fourth William in a line

of Hatchers. William was married to Rebecca Boren, a relative of the Pike County Borens’, according to Hatcher.

“The restuarant is no longer in the family,” Julia Hatcher said. “But a lot of the furnishings and fixtures are s original to the Half-way house on grant of land dated 1743.

“We really enjoyed seeing it,” Julia Hatcher said. “We got to meet the owner and we ate there. It was really good food and the place is really nice.”

The Half-Way House features box lunches, dine in lunch, caters banquets and a number of other services.

Cooking is done is a small cabin behind the main structure of the property.

“We have wanted to go for several years,” Julia Hatcher said. “ We finally said if we are going to go, we should do it. We really enjoyed it. “

Submitted photo

The cabin where all the cooking for the Halfway House is done is located just across the alley from the facility that houses the restaurant and banquet rooms. The Halfway House, near Richmond Va., was started by a seven great-grandfather of Roger Hatcher of Pearl and is still I business today.

Submitted photo

Roger and Julia Hatcher enjoyed their visit to Virginia this summer and enjoyed eating at the restaurant founded by Roger’s seventh great-grandfather William Hatcher. Although the restaurant is no longer in the family, the current owner enjoyed visiting with the Hatchers and gave them a tour of the restaurant which is still in the original building with many antiques and original pieces in it.

Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

New

flag pole pad at

GFD

The Griggsville Fire Department has a new flag pole pad in front of the fire house. The pad was poured Thursday morning and firefighters were waiting for it to dry before placing a bench on the pad, facing the pole. The bench is in memory of Keith and Judy Bradshaw, parents of Larry Bradshaw, fire chief. Tim Waters volunteered to pour the concrete which will dry red. The bench will be placed on the pad facing the pole and the department hopes to add three more, one for each side. Showing off the benches are Hayden Bradshaw, left, and Dillion Wainman, both grandsons of Keith and Judy Bradshaw.

Still watching the odometer roll over

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press John Grogan, who has retired after 31-years with the city of Pittsfield as a police officer, says his new job is a lot like his old job.

“I sat in a patrol car and put miles on it,” he said. “Now I sit in a mail truck and put miles on it.”

Grogan said he has worked parttime for the U.S. Postal service for the past several years and is looking forward to the full-time position made available with the retirement of Carl Geisendorfer.

“I enjoying driving and looking at the scenery,” Grogan said. “I have the route east of Pitsfield, that includes parts of Milton, Florence and Pittsfield.

I have 350 customers and it takes me about seven and one-half hours to complete the route.”

Grogan says the attraction of the postal position included “no holidays, no weekends, no midnights and no unruly people, who don’t want to do what they are supposed to do.”

“I started at the city of Pittsfield in 1983,” Grogan said. “ In 1988, I switched over to the county but in 1999, came back to the city. I have worked with four mayors, four chiefs of police and three sheriffs, not to mention a lot of different officers over the years.”

Grogan said he had never thought about police work until he took the job with the city.

“I was working in Quincy at Electric Wheel and got laid off,” he said. “ I saw the city had an opening and I applied for and got it.”

Grogan and his wife, the former Nancy Houchins, are both 1971 graduates of Pittsfield High School.

Grogan was hired and he and Nancy moved back to Pitsfield.

“That’s when the city police ran the ambulance,” Grogan said. “We wrote all of our reports out in longhand and then typed them on a typewriter. Now it is all done computer.”

Grogan said the city had two police cars when he joined the force.

“They had a Ford Fairlane whose top speed was 70 m.p.h. and a

Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

The official last day for John Grogan, a 31-year veteran of the Pittsfield Police force, was Sept. 20 but Grogan had actually worked his last shift a few days before by using some vacation days. Grogram has accepted fulltime employment with the U.S. Postal Service.

Grenada,” he said. “Now they have real squad cars.”

Grogan served as the D.A.R.E officer for nine years.

“Mike Bradshaw and I went to the first D.A.R.E school ever offered,” Grogan said. “t was at the Illinois State Police Academy in Springfield.”

Grogan said he believes in the D.A.R.E. program but doesn’t think it has as much impact as he once thought it did.

“It’s aimed at fifth graders,” he said.

“I don’t know if it has much impact once they get to high school.”

Grogan said he did enjoy teaching the program and said it enabled him to meet a lot of kids who he still recognizes today.

“For several years, I knew all the kids,” he said.

One of the saddest chapters in Grogan’s history is the “family tradition.”

“I have arrested three generations in some cases,” he said. “I arrested the grandfather, son and now the grandson.

It’s sad. It’s a cycle that just doesn’t’ seem to get broken.”

A10

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

News

Pittsfield, Illinois

Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

Pink as the dominant color Thursday at the Illini Community Hospital’s Pink Retreat. The event featured two local breast cancer physicians, a number of vendors catering to women, some with pink items and information. The event was held at the Crossroads Center. Left to right, Illini employees, Stacy Craven, Becky LipCamon, and Veda Powers man the registration table.

Oh, the power of pink

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Pink was prevalent Thursday, Sept.18 , when Illini Community Hospital held the biennial Pink Retreat to help kick off the Breast Cancer Awareness season.

“October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, so we wanted to hold an event that would help lead in to this time of year,” said Carol Jones, director of imaging services at Illini. “This is something we’ve been doing every other year for some time now and we hope it is helping to educate women on this terrible disease and encourage them to get their yearly mammogram.”

The event featured three speakers: Dr. Raymond Smith, an oncologist with Quincy Medical Group, Dr. Patricia Whitworth from Clinical Radiologists in Springfield and Tina Veile, supervisor at Illini Fitness and a breast cancer survivor.

“I felt that all 3 of our speakers provided very good information to those who were able to attend,” Jones said. “There is so much information on the various types of breast cancer that we hope women, and

even men, will consult with their doctor if they have any questions or concerns.”

Attendees were also able to purchase a variety of breast cancer awareness related items from nearly 20 vendors who were at the event.

“The color pink has become huge and there are many items that people can wear or display that help raise awareness,” Jones said. “Our department still has breast cancer awareness shirts for sale through this Friday, Sept. 26 for anyone who would like to purchase one. I encourage them to call us at 217-2852113 extension 3100.”

Most importantly, attendees at the event were reminded about the importance of having a yearly mammogram.

“All women 40 and over should have yearly mammograms. Those with a family history or at higher risk should be checked at a younger age,” Jones said.

“Illini offer mammograms on a walk-in basis every Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Appointments can be made as well. Early detection is key so we want everyone to encourage the women in your life to get their mammogram.”

Fear the Bow coming Oct. 7 and 8 The PHS Saukee Cheerleaders will be holding their annual Saukee Cheer Camp Tuesday Oct 7 for third-eighth graders at PCS and Wednesday Oct 8 at South School for pre-k-second graders. There will be a parent performance at 6 p.m. at each school following camp. You do not have to attend Pikeland school to attend the camp. This years theme is Saukee Cheerleader: FEAR THE BOW!!

The campers will receive a free t-Shirt and hair bow if registered

by Sept 29. They will perform at the Saukee home football game on Oct 10. Campers will receive free admission to the game. The cost for camp is $25. Registration forms can be found in the PCS and South School offices or by contacting Tammi Zumwalt at 217-653-2462 or by email tammizumwalt@gmail.com.

Casteel chosen as first homecoming marshal Carolyn Casteel has been chosen as the first ever parade marshal of the PHS homecoming parade.

Casteel, along with her late husband, Jean, have been dedicated supporters and contributors to Pittsfield High School for years.

The parade will be 2 p.m. Friday, leaving the high school via Monroe Street and ending on the west side of the courthouse.

Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

Homecoming

One of Country Living™ magazine’s Best Garden Shops in Missouri!

candidates Seniors nominated by their classmates for Pittsfield High School homecoming queen for the 2014 event are front row, left to right, Briana Kattleman, Brianna Motley.

Second row, Mackenzie Carsey, Jennifer Robbins, Blaklyn Zenner, Allie Hoover, Emily Kvorka. The queen will be crowned Thursday night at 8:30 p.m. in the traditional informal crowning at the football field and again Saturday night at the dance in a formal crowning at 8 p.m.

Hundreds to choose from

Mums & Asters

WAS $6.99 NOW $5.99 ea.

5 or more $6.49 NOW $5.49 ea.

10 or more $5.99 NOW $4.99 ea.

7-Gallon Fruit Trees • only $52.99 MIX & MATCH for $1.19 lb.

Golden and Red Delicious, Fuji, Jonathan, Sweet Sixteen, Gala and Pixie Crunch™

Advertise with

ONLY $1.99 lb.

Honeycrisp™ apples

Fresh picked

APPLES

Pike County’s oldest & largest garden center

Pike Press

SHOP: Mon. - Sat. 9-5 • Sun. 11-5

West Georgia St, Louisiana, MO • 573-754-3113

SILVERADO MONTH 14 SILVERADO 1500 4WD REB CAB

$29,975*

MSRP..............$34,475 Special...........$33,399

14 SILVERADO 1500 4WD DOUBLE CAB LT

$34,942*

Rebate...........$3,000 Trade Rebate..$1,500**

MSRP..............$43,710 Special...........$40,692

Rebate...........$4,250 Trade Rebate..$1,500**

14 SILVERADO 1500 4WD CREW

14 SILVERADO 1500 4WD LT CREW

$37,555*

$35,547*

MSRP..............$42,490 Special...........$40,555

Rebate...........$1,500 Trade Rebate..$1,500**

MSRP..............$41,415 Special...........$39,047

Rebate...........$2,000 Trade Rebate..$1,500**

14 SILVERADO 1500 Z71 CREW 4WD 14 SILVERADO LONGBED 4WD CREW LT

$37,690*

MSRP..............$45,265 Special...........$42,190

A D D I N G L I F E T O D AY S I N O U R C O M M U N I T Y

$37,717*

Rebate...........$3,000 Trade Rebate..$1,500**

MSRP..............$45,375 Special...........$42,217

Rebate...........$3,000 Trade Rebate..$1,500**

* Does not include Sales Tax, License & Title, or Handling Fee! ** Must Trade-In a “99” Model or newer of any make!

OPTIONS

YR. MODEL

PRICE

15 Silverado 3500 4WD LT CREW 6.0L Heated Leather, Power Seat, Remote Start, 18” Wheels, Z71 Off Road, Rear Camera................$43,750 14 Sierra 2500 SLT 4WD 6.6 Diesel, 18” Wheels, Rear Camera, Bose, Bluetooth, Remote Start, HD Trailering, One Owner.......................$52,995 13 Silverado 1500 LT 4WD Crew 5.3L V8, 18” Wheels, Remote Start, Bluetooth, Power Seat, Z71, One Owner......................................$34,350 13 Silverado 1500 Crew LTZ 4WD 5.3L, Heated Leather, 18” Wheels, Z71 Off Road, Bluetooth, Bose, Remote Start.............................$37,885 13 Silverado 1500 Rocky Ridge Z71 Crew Leather, 20” Wheels, Altitude Edition, 5.3L, Bluetooth, Tonneua Cover, One Owner..........$42,750 12 Silverado 1500 2WD Reg Cab 4.8L, Power Windows, Power Locks, Tilt & Cruise, Keyless Remote, One Owner...................................$19,899 12 Sierra 1500 Crew 4WD SLT 5.3L, Heritage Edition, 20” Wheels, Rear Camera, Bluetooth, Heated Leather, Bose, 29,874 Miles..........$35,945 11 Sierra 1500 Crew Denali AWD 6.2L, Heated & Cooled Seats, 20” Chrome Wheels, Navigation, Rear Camera, Bluetooth, One Owner, 26,601....$35,995 11 Silverado 1500 Crew 4WD W.T. 4.8L, H.D. Trailering, CD, Tilt & Cruise, One Owner, 27,500 Miles.....................................................$25,495 11 Ford F150 4WD Crew XLT 3.5L ECO V6 18” Wheels, Power Windows, Power Locks, Tilt & Cruise, Local Owner.....................................$30,985 10 Silverado 1500 Crew 4WD Z71 5.31L V8, Power Seats, 18” Aluminum Wheels, Remote Start, Bluetooth, Z82......................................$26,600 10 Silverado 1500 Crew LT 4WD 4.8L, 17” Chrome Wheels, Power Windows, Power Locks, Tilt & Cruise...............................................$25,777 08 Sierra 1500 Crew 4WD SLE 5.3L V8, Power Seat, Remote Start, 17” Wheels, Z82............................................................................$26,735

Back row L-R: Tracy Randolph, Dr. James Reid, Lea Anne Varble, Joel Lohr, Jerry Edison Front row L-R: Barb Foiles, Stacey Eilerman, Sarah Gunder

People of this area have invited Blessing Hospice into their homes for more than 30 years because we’ve built a reputation for quality and compassionate care.

When facing one of life’s most difficult times, turn to the hospice that has the experience to provide the support and care needed.

www.jenningsbeardstown.com

61 Plaza Dr. Beardstown IL 62618 • 217-323-2322 Toll Free 877-446-8258

Bill McLaughlin

1-877-672-7610 www.blessinghealthsystem.org/hospice M

K

Y

Tina Gregory

Tim Evans

Society

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

PHS Class of ’64 enjoys reunion The Pittsfield High School Class of 1964 held its 50 th reunion September 5-7. Over 70% of the 77 living class members and spouses who could attend joined the festivities to renew old friendships and re-live good times. Attendees from distant places such as Idaho, California, Texas, and Canada returned to embrace those living nearby.

On Friday evening there was a wine and cheese reception for classmates and spouses at the William Watson Hotel sponsored by Reunion Committee Chairpersons Jim and Patty Miles and Gary and Cheree Jeffries. Nametags with photos from the school annual proved particularly valuable in matching names with current faces.

Saturday morning began with a buffet breakfast at the Courtyard Café where reminiscing continued and additional classmates joined the group from

Birthday Bunch

the previous evening. After breakfast current PHS Principal Angie Greger led a fascinating and inspiring tour of the Pittsfield High School facilities. Everyone who followed Principal Greger through the halls was impressed by the accomplishments of faculty and students in the extremely challenging environment of 21 st century secondary education.

Saturday evening was the highlight of the weekend with a dinner banquet at Hopewell Winery. It was an opportunity to open the time capsule memories of long ago, including reading of the Class Will and Prophecy from 1964 and hilarious stories of a stolen school bus, watermelon heists, prom night shenanigans, fast cars, and classroom pranks. In addition, the class collected $1,500 to present to Principal Greger and the teachers and students

of Pittsfield High School as a token of its gratitude for a job well done.

A picnic at King Park on Sunday was the final opportunity to gather with classmates.

Many hugs and long goodbyes were followed by pledges to come together again. For everyone who attended the weekend celebration, it was a happy and poignant reminder of the people and experiences in their formative years that continue to shape their lives today.

Class members attending included the following: Emmett Bagent, Beverly (Baughman) Lloyd, Sonja Beattie, David Bonnett, Christy (Booth) Dolbeare, Tracy Butler, Beverly (Capps) Dimmitt, Mike Collins, Carol (Collver) O’Malley.

Carl Cunningham, Mike Dimmitt, Dennis Dodd, Barbara (Dolbeare) Goertz, Ed

Births

Adult flu clinic starts Oct. 1

A daughter was born Sept. 17 to Anthony and Stephanie Westemeyer of Nebo.

A son was born Sept. 17 to Marcqese Griffith of Louisiana, Mo. and Kassye Lemons of Pittsfield, A daughter was born to Sept. 18 to Michael and Allison Miller of Pleasant Hill.

Kenji Foster turns two

Kenji Foster turned two Aug. 28. He celebrated with a Thomas the Tank Engine party at his home with family. He is a son of Joshua and Misako Foster of Indianapolis.

Grandparents are James and Carol Foster of Pittsfield and Toshio and Keiko Inaba of Japan. Greatgrandparents are Bob and Melba Foster of Barry and Aiko Otomi and Chiyoko Inaba of Japan.

HASTEN Kenadee Renee Hasten was born Aug. 26, 2014 at 6:13 a.m. to Derek and Kylee Hasten of Griggsville.

She weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces and was 18 1/2 in long. She has two oldersisters, Cameron and Faith Hasten. Grandparents are Doug and Angie Vinyard of Griggsville and Jerry and Peggy Hasten of Monmouth.

SHADE Jeremy and Laura Shade of Pittsfield are parents of a son, Jace Raylan, born Thursday, Sept.

4, 2014 at 2:10 p.m. at Hannibal Regional Hospital. He weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces and was 20 inches long. Grandparents are Russell and Patti Ruble and James and Kimberly Shade, all of Pittsfield. Greatgrandparents are Violet Sutton of Barry and Sharon Watkins and Barbara Goertz, both of Pittsfield.

Cards of Thanks

Mildred Parker celebrates 90th birthday

Mildred was born Aug. 31, 1924, a daughter of Molly and Harrison McKinnon. She married Jim Runkle. He passed away in 1980.

She then married Ronald Smith and he passed away in 2000. She then married Guy Parker and he passed away in 2008. Mildred has 3 children: Jim (Barbara) Runkle of Florida, Judy Knott of Florida, and Cheryl (Alan) Robertson of North Carolina. She has 5 grandchildren: Ken (Michelle) Runkle, Debbie (Doug) Chance, Kim (Rex) Whitehead, Melissa Knott and Renee (Brett) Barker, 9 great-grandchildren: Jacob and Jessica Runkle, Tyler Chance, Tyler and Kayla Whitehead, Seth Wright, Morgan, Brook and Blake Barker.

She celebrated her 90th birthday at the Barefoot Inn with about 80 people attending from as far as Minnesota, Texas, Florida, Tennessee, North Carolina, Illinois and Missouri. Also attending was her brother, Benny McKinnon (Sue), Roger (Marcia) McKinnon, Pam Duggins and Junior, sister, Eva Sheppard, Steve (Judy) Sheppard, Donita (Bruce) McKenna, Marquita Hickerson, Merlyn (Nancy) McKinnon and Mindy, Terry (Cindy) McKinnon, Kayla, Aidan, Brenlee and Katie, Patty (Allan) Bolton, Brittney and Brandon, Ed Miller, Janice Miller, Christine and Jennifer Riebold, Vern and Sheila Miller, Debbie Borrowman, Kim Bartz, Aidan, Nolan, and Stella, Cyndi Webster, Jack, August, and Gwen, Max (Ashley) Borrowman, Kaitlyn, Kolin, Kennedy and Kannon, Ben (Tonya) Jeans and daughters, Peggy Jeans, Julie Crane and Ethel Mae Skillman and granddaughter, Helen Edwards and Pam Hausman, Delmar (Mary) Miller, Mike and Macie, Mildred McCartney and Mary Kay. If you would want to send her a card, her address is: Mildred Parker, 370 Springlake Drive, Deland, FL. 32724.

GUTHRIE We would like to say “Thank You” to our children, Leah and Marvin, Missy and Doug, and our grandchildren, Lexy and Braden, for making our 50th wedding anniversary so extra special with the open house and meal for our family and friends. Thank you to all of our family and friends who attended, sent cards and gifts, or wished us well.

Please know that you made our day extra special!

Arnold Gene and Pam Guthrie

Pike County Health Department will hold the first public adult flu vaccination clinic Wednesday, Oct. 1. The clinic will be held at the Pike County Health Department, 113 E. Jefferson Street, Pittsfield from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

The clinic will run through the lunch hour.

Additional adult flu vaccination clinics will be held Wednesdays in October from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

These additional adult flu vaccination clinic dates are: Oct. 8, Oct.15, Oct. 22, and Oct.29. These are walk-in clinics with no appointment needed.

For those unable to get out of their car, a drive-up service is available. For shut-ins, Pike County Health Department Home Health nurses can come to your home and administer the flu vaccination. Please call the health department for details on these two services.

The cost of the influenza vaccine is $25 for adults (or billed to Medicare or Medicaid, if applicable).

The CDC recommends everyone six months and older receive the flu vaccine. People at high risk of serious flu complications, including young children; pregnant women; people with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes or heart and lung disease; and people 65 years and older should make getting vaccinated a priority.

The flu vaccine is made in the same way as past flu vaccines and is approved by the FDA as usual. An average of 100 million doses of influenza vaccine is used in the United States each year and flu vaccine has an excellent safety record.

The flu season typically runs from October through May with a peak in January. Immunity after the flu shot is expected to last a year.

For more information, contact Nancy Halpin, RN at Pike County Health Department, 285-4407, extension 124

B1

Pittsfield, Illinois

Dolbeare, Gary Dunham, Don Elledge, Mike Fenton, Dee Ann (Fisher) Wenneker.

Gloria (Franklin) Cheatham, Laurel (Fulmer) Pfeiffer, Dale Galloway, Ruthanne (Garrett) DeJaynes, Sandra (Guill) Galloway, Bob Hall, Rachel (Hamilton) Caudle, Bill Hammitt, Linda Harlow.

Bob Harris, Patty (Haun) Miles, Pat (Hayden) Cook, Bill Henderson, Gary Jeffries, Ronald Johnson, Shirley (Johnson) Loyd, Chuck Lowry, Barbara (Loyd) Dunham.

Peggy (McComber) Rutledge, Jim Miles, Joe Miller, Spencer Mink, Christine (Moore) Schlieper, Maurice Neese, Lindle Offenbacker, Judy (Peecher) Davenport, David Pfeiffer.

Greg Pressey, Kathy Ruble, Carl Seymour, Gary Shinn, Don Wennecker, Patty (Witty) Baker, Joe White, Loretta (Wright) Owings.

Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram would like to welcome

Craig Hammitt to its Sales Team.

Craig is looking forward to serving all of his previous customers in the surrounding area.

Please See Craig for all of your Automotive Needs.

JACKSONVILLE CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM

217-243-3371 217-243-3333 800-851-6039

Bridal registry Ashley Gallaher Chris Shade - Sept. 27 Andera Long AJ Robinson - Sept. 27 Julie Howland John Peterson - Oct. 4 Chelsey Martin Dylan Flynn - Oct. 11 Mandy Rumple Perry Bonds - Nov. 1 Megan Moffit Silas Greening - Jan. 2 JoAna Juan Kyle Cawthon - April 4 Check out our Briday Registry at casteelcolorwheel.com

BaBy registry Nicole Fulmer & Tyler Sanderson Nov. 18

Need to add to your bridal collection?

China, Fiesta, Noritake, stemware, or silverware.

We have rock bottom prices.

We Have Cards For All Occassions!

CASTEEL’S

110 W. Adams • Pittsfield 217-285-2822 • 217-285-4488

Let’s Do Business Directory ANTIQUES *The Farm*-Antiques, Primitives, Home Decor (217) 742-5050 414 Hillview Rd. Winchester Thurs. & Fri.:10-5 Sat. & Sun. 10-3 CHIROPRACTORS Borrowman Chiropractic 1235 W Washington Pittsfield, IL 62363 217-285-2600 DAY SPA Serenity Day Spa 124 E Adams Pittsfield 217-285-4000 www.serenitydayspasite.net FLORISTS Flowers N More 107 E. Washington, PIttsfield 217-285-5588 Like us on FB/We have tuxedos

FUNERAL HOME Niebur Funeral Home 530 W. Adams, Pittsfield 217-285-5505 Email: info@nieburfh.com MISCELLANEOUS Becky Daniel Origami Owl- Ind. Designer and Uppercase Living - Ind. Demonstrator becky.daniel19@gmail.com Jewels N Tools Boutique Located in Country Fixins Mall 8 E. Industrial Park 217.285.4890 and The Hen House 101 W. Washington 217.430.0918 To advertise in this monthly directory, contact Erika or Nikki at 217-285-2345

GOT NEWS? SEND IT TO US! ppnews@campbellpublications.net

B2

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

News

Pittsfield, Illinois

Get all your outdoors news at tworiversoutdoors.com

Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

New

business coming to

Nebo

John Conkright, who along with Randy Clendenny, has been building “Bud’s Place “ a new convenience store in Nebo, works on the exterior of the building last week. It is hoped the store will be open by midOctober. It will stock all the items usually found in a convenience store, except gasoline. The store is owned by Wayne Albert Shaw.

D.A.R. to mark grave of Revolutionary War veteran

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press The Daughters of the American Revolution Nancy Ross Chapter will mark the grave of David A. Roberts, a Revolutionary War veteran buried in Pike County, Oct. 4, according to Kathy Zimmerman, the chapter’s regent.

Roberts is buried in Burbridge Cemetery near Martinsburg.

The chapter will lay a new stone obtained via the Veterans Administration and a commemorative plaque, Zimmerman said.

Roberts was born Dec. 17, 1760,

in Williamstown, Mass., according to historical records provided by Zimmerman.

He enlisted in Pownal, Vt., as a private in 1777 and left in 1781 at the rank of sergeant.

After the war he resided in Chittenden County, Vt., until moving to Deleware County, Ohio, in 1813 and finally to Pike County in 1839.

He had a wife, Lucy, and at least one son, David Jr. Roberts is one of 17 Revolutionary War veterans known to be buried in Pike County, according to Zimmerman.

“Most died in the mid-to-late 1800’s,” Zimmerman said.

Roberts will be the second Revolutionary War veteran whose grave the Nancy Ross Chapter has marked, according to Zimmerman.

The first was Abraham Scholl in May 2009 at Griggsville Cemetery, Zimmerman said.

The Roberts grave marking will take place at 11 a.m. at Burbridge Cemetery, with a no-host lunch at Courtyard Café, 128 East Adams, Pittsfield, to follow.

RSVP to Alice Cripe by Sept. 27 at aliceann12@hotmail.com or call 833-2310.

E-mail your news tips to ppnews@campbellpublications.net

Sometimes home is just what the doctor ordered.

Getting the right care in the right place is important to you, and that’s why it’s important to us. UnityPoint at Home works closely with your doctor to coordinate your care, so you are more involved in managing your own health. Whether you are returning home from the hospital, recovering from an illness or injury, or learning to manage a chronic condition, we will create a personalized plan of care to achieve your goals.

So you can be your best.

The point of unity is you.

235 N. 12th Street | Quincy, IL 62301 | (217) 277-4098

UnityPoint at Home is proud to be affiliated with Quincy Medical Group

unitypointathome.org/quincy

News

Pike Press

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

B3

Pittsfield, Illinois

Finances dominate topics at Pikeland meeting

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Pikeland School board discussed its current and project financial situation at last week’s monthly meeting and the news was not all different that in past financial discussions.

“The state owes us more money” , Paula Hawley, superintendent, told the board. “Most of that is two Early Childhood payments.”

Board president David Barton opened the budget hearing at 8 p.m. and although there were no comments from the public, the board and Hawley discussed the matter 31 minutes later when they hearing closed.

“There will be a $318,000 deficit in the education fund,” Hawley said. “That is if state aid stays the way it is. Last year it was pro-rated and we only got a percentage- 73 percent.”

Dennis Wade asked what the percentage was expected to be this year.

“We don’t know yet, they haven’t told us,” Hawley answered.

The board reacted with disbelief.

“They expect you to make a budget, but they won’t tell you,” Mike Gerard said. “Unbelievable.”

Hawley said the transportation budget was the concerning for her.

“It shows a $187,000 deficit,” she said. “And that is with no new buses.”

Board members were dismayed by that news.

“We have this deficit and replacement buses,” Dennis Wade said. “That’s not good.”

Barton agreed.

“We need to buy four or five each year to keep the rotation going,” said.

Hawley said at this time there is no alternative to the problem.

“We just can’t do it this year,” Hawley said.

Hawley also said the board had fewer student attendance days last year than in previous years, which affects state aid.

“It figures out to about $20 per student, per day,” Hawley said. “Not only is daily attendance important for learning, it helps fund the school.”

The good news for the board was a savings of $31,000 in insurance costs since July.

According to Hawley, the new plan is working out and is expected to continue saving the district money.

After a brief closed session the board approved hiring Christy Mendenhall, Michael TenEyck and Jenny Palmer as drama coaches and, also, accepted the resignation of Tracy Reel as South School custodian.

Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

Ribbon

cutting

Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram • Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram • Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram •

JACKSONViLLECHRYSLERDODGE.NET JACKSONViLLECHRYSLERDODGE..NET 0% FOR 75 MOS ON ALL 2014 RAM 1500 MODELS, CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 0% FOR 75 MOS ON ALL 2014 RAM 1500 MODELS, CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2015 CHRYSLER 200 LiMiTED

2014 DODGE JOURNEY #75090

#75266

#75263

$18,995

$20,995

AFTER REBATE

$22,995 $21,995

AFTER REBATE

AFTER REBATE

4 CYL., FULL POWER

iN STOCK & READY FOR DELiVERY 2014 RAM 1500 REG. CAB

2014 DODGE CHALLENGER R/T SHAKER PKG. BUY NOW

$34,995 AFTER REBATE

2015 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Black Top Package

2014 RAM 1500 2014 JEEP CREW CAB CHEROKEE LATiTUDE

W N NEEW

#75154

2014 JEEP WRANGLER UNLiMiTED SPORT #75256

2014 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SLT

#74996

#75165 AFTER REBATE

#75220 - 3.6 V6, FULL POWER AFTER REBATE

$22,995

2014 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTY TOURiNG - L

#75146 AFTER REBATE

$30,865

30th Anniversary, Leather, DVD

$33,995 $33,995

MSRP - $41,060 5.7 Hemi V8, with Shaker Hood, Navigation, Leather.

5.7 Hemi Trailer Brake Control

2014 DODGE CHARGER SpoRT AppERAncE

#75151

$24,995

AFTER REBATE

AFTER REBATE

UConnect, Voice Command, Remote Start AFTER REBATE

$21,489

2.4 4cyl

217-243-3371 217-243-3333 800-851-6039

Gary Jarvis

Chad Tullis

3.6 V6, SLT, Full Power

$30,981

$28,995

2015 CHRYSLER 200 LiMiTED

2014 DODGE JOURNEY AWD

AFTER REBATE

AFTER DISCOUNT

#75168

AFTER REBATE

JACKSONVILLE CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM

$22,995

2014 JEEP COMPASS LATiTUDE

2014 JEEP PATRIOT #75221 SPORT

$17,995

Hard Top, Full Power

#75210

#75142

ALL NEW VEHICLE!

$21,963

Monte Keltner

Tom Breen

3.6 V6, UConnect Voice Command with Bluetooth

$22,995

AFTER REBATE

Mark Keller

AFTER REBATE

Jim Long

Bret Todd

Craig Hammit

“PICTURES ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION ONLy. All prices are plus tax, title, license and doc fee. All prices have rebates and dealer discount applied. 0% for 72 months is in lieu of rebate and available with approved credit.

1600 W. Morton Jacksonville, Illinois

Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram • Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram • Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram • M

K

Y

Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram • Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram • Jacksonville

Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram • Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram • Jacksonville

A ribbon cutting at Red’s Smokin Choo Choo and More Friday night attracted a crowd of Pike County Chamber of Commerce members, family members and the staff at the Pittsfield’s newest restaurant.

Located at 110 W. Fayette, the restauant features dining-in, take-out or catering. Present for the ribbon cutting were, front row, left to right, Kaye Iftner, Earl Wayne Loyd, Ross, Heidi and Billy Doyle, Pat Doyle, Kristi Davenport and Mike Spann. Back row, Chrissy Mooney, John Hayden, Leslie Scheurman, Anna Geisleman, Ellen Geiselman and Cindy Prentice.

B4

Pike Press

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pittsfield, Illinois

LOCKUP, HALFTONE, HI-RES

What’s Happening Vertical stack

gs Chevrolet DETROIT n Lord's Acre sale. Sale at 4 p.m., supper at 5 p.m. with auction at 7 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 11, Detroit town hall.

Host by the Detroit Methodist Church.

GRIGGSVILLE n Red Cross blood drive Oct. 10 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Griggsville-Perry High School.

MILTON n Milton-Pearl HCE will be having the Flea Market in the Milton Community Center during the Corn Carnival. Keep them in mind when you are doing fall cleaning; they accept anything that is not too heavy for them to carry and are not able to accept clothing. n East Pike Fire Protection District Ladies Auxiliary will be in charge of the pie stand during Corn Carnival.

Donations of pies and baked goods would be greatly appreciated. n Milton Corn Carnival vendor information and Carnival Ride Tickets, contact Deb Moore 723-4228. n Corn Carnival parade entries, call Kathy Scranton 723-4048. Parade begins at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday and lines up at the Milton Ballpark off of Illinois Route 100.

at 2 p.m. This will be held in the Veterans Park in Nebo. We owe it to our soldiers to have a nice memorial for them.

PITTSFIELD n Be on the lookout for Saukee Black Out Shirts or Sweatshirts! The first Saukee Black Out Night will be Oct. 10 at the varsity football game against Pleasant Plains. Shirts and/or sweatshirts will be on sale soon and the designs will be “general” to accommodate for any sports’ "Black Out Night". Order forms and pricing will be available after homecoming week.

This event is sponsored by the PHS National Honor Society. n There will be a local candidate Meet and Greet reception, sponsored

by Pike County Democrat women, Sunday, Sept. 28 from 2-4 p.m. at the Senior Center, 220 West Adams, Pittsfield. n Rules of the Road review course Oct. 10 at the Pike County Senior Center. from 1-3 p.m. n The Pittsfield Garden Club meeting will be held at the Pittsfield Senior Citizens Center at 2 p.m. Sept. 26.

Program will be about fall chores in the garden, when to trim bushes, plant bulbs, etc. Master Gardener Kay Dunham will present the program.

Hostesses will be Diane McCartney and Debbie Grimes. There will be a short meeting at the conclusion of the program.

n Bluegrass music Saturday, Oct. 4 at the Pike County Senior Center, 220 W. Adams St., Pittsfield. Food will be served at 6 p.m. and band will start at 7.

Small — Newspaper Use CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_NP1C.ai

i n a n d a r o u n d t h e P i k eCRDBowtie_Ve_SM_2in_NP1C_Rev.ai County Area personal hygiene items, laundry items and more. Open to all families in need.

Enter in back door just off the parking lot. Watch for bright signs. . ™ n Historic East School and Shastid House will be open 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Wednesday through Saturday. Other hours are available by appointment at 217-491-2391.

FIND NEW ROADS

n Pike County Senior Center fish fry Oct. 9, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Everyone young and old welcome.

n The Pike County Health Department n The Pittsfield Woman’s Club will will hold adult flu vaccination clinics meet every 4th Tuesday of the month FILE NAME in KEYOctober from 9 each Wednesday at noon for lunch and a program a.m. untilSIZE 4:30 p.m.. These dates are: at the Community Center. For more Oct. 8, Oct.15, information or to become a member, SM = smallOct. 22, and Oct.29. = medium These areMD walk-in clinics with no call Sandy Henry, 285-6480. All Pike LG = large appointment needed. The cost of the County women are welcome.

XL = X-large influenza (number vaccine forsizeadults + inch is mark$25 = use this when Bowtie width (or billedis to Medicare or number) Medicaid, n The Pittsfield High School Athletic less than or equal to the if applicable).

The CDC recommends Dept. is looking for a way to get SYMBOL POSITION WITHIN LOCKUP everyone six months and older receive alumni of PHS addresses. If you are V = vertical stacked Bowtie and Typeset the flu vaccine.

People atright high risk yourself, or if you know the person HR = horizontal, Bowtie on = horizontal, Bowtie on left includof seriousHLflu complications, who is in charge of planning your ing youngCOLOR children; pregnant class reunions, please contact Athletic OF LOGOTYPE AND ® women; people with chronic health conditions Director Don Bigley at 217-285-6888 (default color is black, no indication) Rev = white like asthma, diabetes or heart and or email dbigley@pikeland.org. lung disease; and people 65 years and SPECIFIC END USE older should vaccinated n Puzzlebox: Autism Awareness/ SF4C make = 4-color getting Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine and Collateral use) a priority.NP4C = 4-color Newsprint (Newspaper use) Support Group meets the third SF1C = 1-color Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine and Collateral use) of every month from 6:30 Monday NP1C = 1-color Newsprint (Newspaper use) PEARL p.m. until 7:30 or 8 p.m. at the First n The Pearl Community Center will Christian Church in Pittsfield. The raffle a quilt and gift card at the Color group is designed to raise awareDrive Oct. 19. For more information, ness of autism spectrum disorders Chevrolet Graphic Standards call Julia Hatcher at 217-829-4260 within the community and provide or Lois Stewart at 217-829-4430. support for those affected by autism.

The proceeds will be for purchasing Anyone affected is welcome to attend.

Christmas lights.

Upcoming meeting dates are: June 17 and July 15. For more information, PERRY please contact Taylor Sweeting at 217n Everyone in the Village of Perry, 370-8142 or email taylor.sweeting@ the Bright Star Parish and Pike County yahoo.com. is invited to the community park (by the library) in Perry for a cook-out n The County Market Coupon Club Saturday, Oct. 4 from 5-9 p.m. The meets Wednesday afternoons from most important thing for you to bring 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. weekly in is yourself but you might also want to the County Market Café. There is bring a coat and a friend and a lawn no charge to join and the coupons chair and picnic stuff, like plates and are traded each week and several hot dogs (although you would still be rebate forms are available each week. welcome without these things). We For more information, contact County (Stock #E196) will provide the fire and a hayride for Market 285-4453.

Example the kids. There is no cost. Call with MSRP . . . . . . . . . . . . . $33,470 of the savings questions to Pastor Dave at the church n Belleview Community Church office 217-833-2575 or 833-2457.

“Teen Drop-In” Trade in Bonus Cashevery . . $1,500third Sunday night of the month for ages 12-18 at Smoky Discount. . . . . . $1,000 5:30 p.m.

ON GOING Factory Al-Anon Rebate . . . . . . $3,Family 250 Support n Bible studies for 2014 will be n 12 Step held at Griggsville United Methodist Group for alcohol and narcotic addicLV3 Bonus . . . . . . . . . . .8$500p.m. at First everyConvertible, Wednesday at 9:30 every Monday 11Church Corvette lessa.m. than tion 12,000 miles and at Perry United Methodist Church Christian Church 225 N. Memorial, Totamiles l .(Breezway . . . . . . . . . . . entrance). For Tuesday Grand evening Sport at 6:30 only p.m. 14,000 Pittsfield.

10every Corvette The book of Joel and the minor proph- more information, call Betty at (217) ets will be studied. This Bible study is 285-6191. sponsored by the 7 congregations of the Bright Star Parish but is open to n Food Pantry serving the southabsolutely everyone. If you have ques- ern Pike County areas: Nebo, tions, feel free to contact Pastor Dave Pleasant Hill, Pearl and Belleview. at 217-833-2575 or 217-833-2457.

Transportation is available. Please call

(available in both Gas and Diesel)

n “It’s a Blue, Blue Christmas”, 2014 Christmas In October event will be held Oct. 11 from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Farm Bureau building in Pittsfield. If you would like to be a vendor, call Ann Ferguson at 217-285-4077 or Rayola Daniel at 217-285-9795.

Supplier Pricing on all 2014 Double Cab 1/2 Ton Silverados

n Contestants for the Milton Corn n There will be a meet and greet with Carnival, Miss Corny Contest set for 9 C.D. Davidsmeyer and Sam Mccann p.m. Friday, Sept. 26 on the square in Thursday, Oct. 2 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Milton. To enter, call Sherri Howland, at Hawthorne Inn Assisted Living at 723-4311 or Carla Allen 723-4484, the Liberty Village Campus. you may also leave a message. This contest hasn't been held for several n Bored? Uninspired? Empty shoeyears, bring Civic it backCoupe for lots EX, of fun!

9A 07letsHonda localboxes tradelying around with no purpose?

Grand prize for winning is $100 and a Join us for a fun and inspiring evening beautiful crown! Danali, loaded, localastrade we ... launch Operation Christmas 6B 06 Yukon Child. Come and learn how simple, n All07Milton pageants: the hope 6A Pontiac Corn Grand Carnival Prix GXP, loaded, low mi, gift-filled local trade .shoeboxes deliverE168A contestants must live in the old East of the Gospel to children all over Pike 10 School District or haveLT, a parworld. be held 1A Chevy Equiox localthe trade ... The event willE121AA ent or grandparent that lives in the Friday, Sept. 26 from 7-8:15 p.m. at old East Pike School District: Baby the Pittsfield Church of the Nazarene 936 10 Chevy HHR, LT2, leather, moonroof ... contest (0-24 months): Contact Emily Family Center, 227 West Washington Hoover at 217-473-9306. There Street in Pittsfield. It will include 21A 12aChevy Cruze LT,andlocal .....and qnswers time, door prizwill be cut off of 10 boys 10 trade question girls. Little Mr. and Miss (4-6 years es, fun and fellowship. Bring your 574 Chevy Impala ... friends to hear how God old): 06 Contact Ashley Nash atSS, 217-loaded family and 370-8524.

Jr. Miss (5-8 grade): has impacted lives for eternity through AA 06 Sierra Reg.Richards Cab, short bed, 4WD, Z71, local . of Samaritan’s Purse. n TOPS Meeting in the Milton Contact Heather at 217-491thistrade ministry 2008. Queen contest: Contact Jamie For further information, please con- Christian Church Annex every 283 11 Chevy Malibu LT ................

Kattelman 217-653-0893. tact Bob and Karla DeVries at (217) Wednesday. Weigh-in at 6 p.m., 723-4036. meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. Take Off NEBO Pounds Sensibly is open to the pubic Supplier Pricing n Hunter's Safety Education course. n Pittsfield Youth Library will begin and is a non-profit organization. For on all 2014 Oct. 2, 6-9 p.m. Oct. 4, 8 a.m.-4 library hour in October for 3,4 and more info, call Alberta Mesey, 217Double Cab 1/2 Ton p.m.For more information, call Dean 5-year-olds. Library hour is free, how- 473-3103.

Silverados Spann at 217-734-2867. ever, registration is required as space is limited. There will be two groups 2014 Double Cab (Stock #E196) n Benefit for the veteran's memorial with one attending Tuesday mornings, n Helping Hands Ministry sponsored Example MSRP ......................... $33,470 of the savings erected last year and have not got- the other Friday mornings. Both ses- by Calvary Baptist Church in Pittsfield Trade in Bonus Cash .... $1,500 lten paid JOhN ShUmaKER DEB WilliamS JaRROD POWEll DUStiN PlOWmaN aDam JamiSON JEFF WalDEN for yet. Sept. 27, Memorial sions meet from 9-10 a.m. For more will be held the second Saturday of Smoky Discount............ $1,000 SAVE File name Factory Rebate ............ $3,250 re-dedication at 10LOCKUP, a.m., Whole hog HI-RES information or to register your child, every month from 9-11 a.m. Free to all HALFTONE, om at www .smokyjennings.com $ LV3 Bonus ..................... $500 Vertical stackdogs, kettle sandwiches or meal, hot call 217-285-5232. inSmall need are household cleaning items, — Newspaper scorn, plus tax, license, responsible trade ins.Use Total ....................... $27,220 soda and title. beer.Dealer Livenotbands start for errors in ad. *$1500 trade in Balance on ‘99 or newer paper products, baby care products, CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_NP1C.ai

2014 Double Cab

VENTORY REDUCTION SALE! Summer Fun!!! $10,885 Pick of great Corvettes $10,990

Vehicles Under $15,000!

$12,992 $13,250 $13,925 $10,885 $13,998 $14,892 $14,997

HELP WANTED

n Job Club will be open to the public every Tuesday from 2-3 p.m. No appointment necessary.Two Rivers Regional Council Office at 120 South Madison, Pittsfield.

Vertical stack

LOCKUP, HALFTONE, HI-RES

n The Pittsfield Meal Site located in the First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 225 N. Memorial offers daily meals at noon, Monday-Friday.

Please call Connie at 285-6150 the day before or by 8:45 a.m. the day of the lunch, or any time before the day you would like to eat with us.

Donation only for seniors over 60.

Those under 60 are required to pay the full cost. Transportation available. 2 The senior center is also collecting used cell phones for seniors. Your old cell phone may provide the critical link between law enforcement and someone in trouble.

Small — Pub/Sheetfed Use

CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C.ai

FOR SALE

CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C_Rev.ai Medium — Newspaper Use

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C.ai

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C_Rev.ai

Local video store that Silverados years “Horton’s Video” is for sale due to health 2014 issues of the owner. This business is located at 211 S. Madison St. in Pittsfield.

Medium — Pub/Sheetfed Use

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1Cai

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1C_Rev.ai

GM AssetCentral registered users can click on the link below to view and

download the logos listed on this page.

CLICK HERE

n The Pike County Health Department is now offering IDPH approved online food service sanitation classes.

Both the initial 15 hour “certification class” and the five hour “refresher” class are offered. Participants must have internet access and an e-mail address to sign up. A registration form can be downloaded from the Pike County Health Department website at www.pikecoilhealth.org, Call Jane Johnson at (217) 285-4407, ext 118 for more information.

n Pittsfield Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star meets every fourth Monday at the Masonic Lodge at 7:30 p.m. n T.O.P.S. Meeting at the Milton Christian Church Annex every Tuesday, weigh-in 6-6:30, meeting 6:30 p.m. The group is open to the public. For information, call Shanna Edison 217-723-4034 or email shannad81@gmail.com. n Pittsfield Lions Club meets the first and third Thursday of every month at Carl’s Cardinal Inn. For more information, please contact Mike Graham at 217-473-3791. n Breastfeeding Support Group, Pike County Health Department, monthly.

First Tuesday, 10 a.m, third Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., 285-4407.

FIND NEW ROADS™

OUT OF COUNTY n There will be a family movie night Saturday, Sept.FILE20 in Kampsville. For NAME KEY the first time, it will be held outdoors at the Kampsville School ballfield.

SIZE The showing for SM = small the family friendly and very funnyMD = movie "Mom's Night medium Out" will begin at 7:30 p.m. In case LG = large of rain, the movie XL = X-large event will move indoors to the(numberKampsville + inch mark = use this size when BowtieSchool width is less thanisor equal to the number) Gym. Admission free and includes popcorn and drinks. Bring chairs and POSITION WITHIN blankets for a SYMBOL night of LOCKUP laughter and V = vertical stacked Bowtie and Typeset family fun under the stars. Call Chris HR = horizontal, Bowtie on right at 217-734-9012. for more informaHL = horizontal, Bowtie on left tion.

COLOR OF LOGOTYPE AND ®

n Eighth annual Play in the (default color is"Go black, no indication) Street" 5K/RunRev = white Walk and One Mile Fun Run/Walk Oct. 11 at 8 a.m. at SPECIFICBaptist END USE Charity Southern Church, 101 SF4C = 4-color Pub/Sheetfed,Hosted (Magazine and Collateral N. Prairie in Greenfield. byuse)the NP4C = 4-color Newsprint (Newspaper use)for Life "Just Good Friends" Relay SF1C = 1-colorfrom Pub/Sheetfed,the (Magazineevent and Collateral use) team, net proceeds will = 1-color Newsprint Relay (Newspaper use) for Life. benefit GreeneNP1CCounty For more information, please call or text Patty Thaxton at 217-368-2500 LOCKUP, HALFTONE, HI-RES or email: goplayinthestreet5K@gmail. com or visit goplayinthestreet.org.

in stock the 2015 Chevrolet 3/4 & 1 ton Silverado Double Cab/Crew Cab 2015 (available in both Gas and Diesel) Silverado Smoky Jennings Chevrolet FIND NEW ROADS 3/4 and 1 ton

Experienced Gm technician apply in person

Rick Thoroman, Doug Brown, Jim Barr, Russ Grill, John Shumaker, Deb Williams, Jarrod Powell, Dustin Plowman, 0% for 72 Mos. has been in business for Extended over 23 for all Adam Jamison and Jeff Walden

SIZE SM = small MD = medium LG = large XL = X-large (number + inch mark = use this size when Bowtie width is less than or equal to the number)

n Blood Pressure Checks Liberty Village of Pittsfield will provide free checks the last Monday of every month at the Hull Community Center from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free soup and sandwich will be provided by Liberty Village and transportation will be provided by the Western Public Transit for anyone to and from the center!

6,250*

$27,220

CRDBowtie_Ve_SM_2in_NP1C_Rev.ai

FILE NAME KEY

SAVE

$

0% for 72 Mos. Extended for all 2014 Silverados

™ BUSINESS FIND NEW ROADS

Small — Pub/Sheetfed a.m. & Use 1-4:45 p.m. Monday and Pastor Darin Workman 217-734-2803.

Pantry will be open everyCRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C.ai third Tuesday. Immunization clinics 1:306 p.m. on first and third Mondays.

Saturday of each month.

CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C_Rev.ai Family planning counseling Mon.Use Thurs., except Tues. a.m. and Wed. n The East Pike Lending Medium Library— Newspaper in Detroit is open 10 a.m.-2CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C.ai p.m., p.m. when clinics are held. Blood Monday through Friday and 9CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C_Rev.ai a.m.-1 pressure screenings Tues. 2-4 p.m.

The health department is closed on p.m. Saturdays.

Medium — Pub/Sheetfed Use Fridays, although essential services n Addicts Victorious supportCRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1Cai group are available. For more informameeting Tuesday nights 6-7 p.m. tion, call 217-285-4407. New WIC CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1C_Rev.ai Church of the Nazarene Family walk-in clinics: Monday through Thursday,-to 10:45 a.m. and 1 to 3 Center.

GM AssetCentral users can nutrition edup.m.registered Children’s group on the link belowavailable to view and second and fourth cation n Scrapbooking every click third logos listed onatthis 1 page. p.m. No appointWednesday per month 6-8 p.mdownload at the theThursdays Hull Community Center by Marie ments necessary. For more informaCLICK HERE tion call 217-285-4407, x137.

Woods.

Smoky Jennings Chevrolet

k the 2015 Chevrolet 3/4 & 1 ton Silverado Double Cab/Crew Cab n Wanting to enter the Milton Corn Carnival Talent/Lip Sync Contest?

Please call Sherri Howland 723-4311 or Carla Allen 723-4484, you may also leave a message. The contest is Saturday, September 27 at 5 p.m., on the square in Milton. Grand Prize is $500, also awards for People's Choice and 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. There will be a $2 entrance fee. More information to follow. Deadline for entries is Sept. 24.

OUR TOWN

File name

n Pike County Health Department: Home Health visits by nurses, therapists, aides, and homemakers daily.

TB skin testing 8:30 a.m.-11:45

Vertical stack

Chevrolet Graphic Standards

™

2000

$

FILE NAME KEY SIZE SM = small MD = medium LG = large XL = X-large (number + inch mark = use this size when Bowtie width is less than or equal to the number)

s k c i P s ’ Jeff Rebate 6,250*

SYMBOL POSITION WITHIN LOCKUP V = vertical stacked Bowtie and Typeset HR = horizontal, Bowtie on right HL = horizontal, Bowtie on left COLOR OF LOGOTYPE AND ® (default color is black, no indication) Rev = white

LOCKUP,LOCKUP, HALFTONE, HI-RES HI-RES HALFTONE, SPECIFIC END USE SF4C = 4-color Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine and Collateral use) Vertical stack Vertical stack use) NP4C = 4-color Newsprint (Newspaper SF1C = 1-color Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine and Collateral use) NP1C = 1-color Newsprint (Newspaper use)

in stock the 2015 Chevrolet 3/4 & 1 ton Silverado Double Cab/Crew Cab

Smoky Chevrolet SmokyJennings Jennings Chevrolet PRE-OWNED INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE! 2015 Silverado 3/4 and 1 ton

(available in both Gas and Diesel) ™ ™ FIND FIND NEW ROADS NEW ROADS Chevrolet Graphic Standards

$SupplierSupplier PricingPricing 2000 Fun!!!

Vehicles Under $15,000! on all 2014 Vehicles Under on all 2014$10,000!

2008 Summer Chevrolet 2010 Chevrolet Rebate Double Cab 1/2Cab Ton1/2 Ton Double Silverados trade $10,885 Pick of great 1500 E468A 01 Chevy AstSilverados ro Van, local trade. . . . . . $5,992 E159A 07 Honda Civic Coupe EX, localSilverado Corvette PRE-OWNED INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE! 90 Corvettes X1631A 06 Hyundai Azera, leather, moon roof ..... $5,998 E316B 06 Yukon Danali, loaded, local trade ... $10,9Summer Fun!!!

FILE NAME KEYFILE NAME KEY

SIZE SIZE SM = small SM = small MD = medium MD = medium LG = large LG = large XL = X-large XL = X-large (number + inch mark = use this size when Bowtie (number + inch mark = use this width size when Bowtie width is less than or equal to the number) is less than or equal to the number)

2014 Double (StockCab #E196) 2014Cab Double (Stock #E196)

Example

Example MSRP ......................... $33,470 $33,470 MSRP .........................

SYMBOL POSITION WITHINPOSITION LOCKUP WITHIN LOCKUP of the savings SYMBOL of the savings V = vertical stacked and Typeset V =Bowtie vertical stacked Bowtie and Typeset Vehicles Under $15,000!

Trade in Bonus .... $1,500 Vehicles Under $10,000!

TradeCash in Bonus Cash .... $1,500 HR = horizontal, Bowtie on right Bowtie on right HR = horizontal, HL = horizontal, Bowtie on left HL = horizontal, Bowtie on left Smoky01 Discount Pick of great Smoky............

Discount ............ $1,000 E468A Chevy Astro$1,000 Van, local trade ............ $5,992 E159A 07 Honda Civic Coupe EX, local trade $10,885 OF LOGOTYPE AND COLOR OF®LOGOTYPE AND ® Factory Rebate ............ $3,250 Factory Rebate ............ $3,250 CorvettesCOLOR (default color is black, no indication) (default color is black, no indication) $$500 roof $..... $5,998 E316B 06 Yukon Danali, loaded, local trade ... $10,990 X1631A 06 Hyundai Azera,$500 leather, moon Rev = white Rev = white LV3 Bonus .....................

LV3 Bonus .....................

SPECIFIC END USESPECIFIC END USE E168A 11 Corvette Convertible, less than 12,000 miles E246A 07 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP, loaded, low mi, local trade . $12,992 X2097 06 Ford Taurus only 63,000 miles ............. $7,700 Total ....................... $27,220 Total ....................... $27,220 SF4C = 4-color Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine and Collateral use)and Collateral use) SF4C = 4-color Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine

SAVESAVE

X2097 06 Ford Taurus only 63,6,250* 000 miles .6,250* . . . . . . $7,700 E246A 07 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP, loaded, low mi, local trade . $12,992 E168A 11 Corvette Convertible, less than 12,000 mile 10 Corvette GrandGrand SportSport only 14,000 10 Chevy Equiox LT, local ... $13,250 05 Chevy Trailblazer, local local trade ....

10 Corvette only 14,miles 000 mile All DVD and VHS movies for sale and rent, fixtures, com- X1939A 10 Chevy Equiox LT, trade local trade . . $13,2E121AA 50 E121AA X1939A 05 Chevy Trailblazer, trade$7,992 .... $7,9E371A 92 E371A X1934AB 08 Pontiac Grand Prix, local trade .... $7,997 X1936 10 Chevy HHR, LT2, leather, moonroof ... $13,925 in stock the 2015 3/4 & 3/4 1 ton Double Cab/Crew Cab Cab in stock the Chevrolet 2015 Chevrolet & 1Silverado ton Silverado Double Cab/Crew 2015 X2021A 12 Chevy Cruze LT, local trade ..... $10,885 4WD, Ext.HELP 09 Chevy Malibu2015 LT, local tradeSport ......... $8,992 WANTED puters and customer lists are included with the sale of the X2067AX1934AB Coupe, Grand 3 LT Cab., LT X1936 10 Chevy HHR, LT2, l e at h er , moonr o of . . $13, 9 25 08 PontSilverado iac Grand Prix, local trade .... $7,997 (available in bothGm andGas Diesel) (available inGas both and Diesel) X1863A 09Silverado Chevy Impala LT, local trade ....... $9,490 X1574 06 Chevy Impala SS, loaded ... $13,998 Experienced technician apply in person E165AA 06 Sierra Reg. Cab, short bed, 4WD, Z71, local trade . $14,892 X2088 06 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD, local trade ...... $9,925 business.

3/4 and 1 ton 3/4 $43,760 and 1 ton $17,600 X2021A 12 Chevy Cruze local trade . . . $10, 885 Chevy Mal u LT, l o cal t r ade . . . . $8, 9 92 E382AX2067A 95 Jeep09Wrangler, auto,ibcustom wheels ..... .$9,982 X1283 11 Chevy Malibu LTLT, ................ $14,997 HELP WANTED 0% for0%72for Mos. 72 Mos. $ $ 2000 Extended for allfor all X1863A 092000 Extended Chevy Impala LT, local trade ....... $9,490 X1574 06 Chevy Impala SS, loaded . . $13,998 Experienced Gm technician Serious inquiries only. Contact 217-779-1016. 2014 2014 Silverados Silverados Rebate Rebate 2014 Chevrolet apply in person X2088 06 GMC Envoy SLT 4WD, local trade. . . $9,925 E165AA 06 Sier a Reg. Cab, short bed, 4WD, Z71, local trade . $14,892 Impala LS PRE-OWNED INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE! SALE Need to submit information to the Pike Press E382A PRE-OWNED 95 JeepUnder WranglerUnder , auto$10,000! , custom wheel s . . . $9,982INVENTORY X1283Vehicles 11 Chevy Malibu LT . . . .$15,000! . . . . REDUCTION $14,9Summer 97 Summer but can’t make it to our office during business hours?

Fun!!!Fun!!!

Vehicles Under $15,000!

Vehicles Under Vehicles $10,000!

SYMBOL POSITION WITHIN LOCKUP V = vertical stacked Bowtie and Typeset HR = horizontal, Bowtie on right HL = horizontal, Bowtie on left COLOR OF LOGOTYPE AND ® (default color is black, no indication) Rev = white

NP4C = 4-color Newsprint (Newspaper use) (Newspaper use) NP4C = 4-color Newsprint SF1C = 1-color Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine and Collateral use)and Collateral use) SF1C = 1-color Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine NP1C = 1-color Newsprint (Newspaper use) (Newspaper use) NP1C = 1-color Newsprint

SPECIFIC END USE SF4C = 4-color Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine and Collateral use) NP4C = 4-color Newsprint (Newspaper use) SF1C = 1-color Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine and Collateral use) NP1C = 1-color Newsprint (Newspaper use)

Chevrolet Graphic Standards Chevrolet Graphic Standards

Chevrolet Graphic Standards

20

RiCK thOROmaN

DOUG BROWN

Jim BaRR

RUSS GRill

JOhN ShUmaKER

DEB WilliamS

JaRROD POWEll

DUStiN PlOWmaN

aDam JamiSON

JEFF WalDEN

HALFTONE, HI-RES .smokyjennings.com Visit our showroom atLOCKUP, www File name

Vertical stack

Smalltrade — Newspaper all prices are after any and all rebates plus tax, license, title. Dealer not responsible for errors in ad. *$1500 trade in Balance on ‘99 or newer ins.Use

CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_NP1C.ai

CRDBowtie_Ve_SM_2in_NP1C_Rev.ai

Don’t worry...

...We’re open 24/7 at pikepress.com • Submit Classifieds • View Classifieds These • Submit Events features are • View Events News Tips easily accessible under •• Submit Subscribe Online • Buy Photo Reprints our “Services” tab • Anniversary Announcements for your • Birth Announcements • Engagement Announcements convenience!

• Graduation Announcements • Wedding Announcements

152 NORth maiN Rick Thoroman, Pick ofPick great of great E159A 07 Honda Civic Coupe EX,Coupe local trade E468A E468A 01 Chevy01 Astro Van,Astro localVan, tradelocal ............

E159A 07 Honda Civic EX, local$10,885 trade $10,885 Chevy trade$5,992 ............ $5,992 Doug Brown, Jim Barr, Russ Grill, FIND NEW ROADS PalmyRa, il Corvettes Corvettes 06 Yukon 06 Danali, tradelocal ... $10,990 Shumaker, Deb Williams, X1631A 06 Hyundai Azera, leather, moon roof ..... $5,998 E316B E316B Yukonloaded, Danali,local loaded, tradeJohn ... $10,990 Small — Pub/Sheetfed Use

CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C.ai

CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C_Rev.ai

™

Medium — Newspaper Use

X1631A 06 Hyundai Azera, leather, moon roof ..... $5,998 Jarrod Powell, Dustin Plowman, E168A E168A 11 Jeff Corvette less than 12,000 E246A E246A 07 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP, loaded, local trade X2097 X2097 06 Ford Taurus onlyTaurus 63,000 miles .............

11 Convertible, Corvette Convertible, less thanmiles 12,000 m 07 Pontiac Grand Prixlow GXP,mi,loaded, low mi,. $12,992 local trade . $12,992 06 Ford only 63,000 miles$7,700 ............. $7,700 Adam Jamison and Walden E121AA 10 Corvette Grand Sport only 14,000 E121AA 10 Corvette Grand Sport onlymiles 14,000 m E371A 10 Chevy Equiox LT, local trade ... $13,250 X1939A 05 Chevy Trailblazer, local trade .... $7,992 X1939A877-CChEVyS 05 Chevy Trailblazer, local trade .... $7,992 E371A 10 Chevy Equiox LT, local trade ... $13,250 toll Free X1936 10X1936 Chevy HHR, LT2,HHR, leather,LT2, moonroof ... $13,925 X1934AB X1934AB 08 Pontiac localPrix, tradelocal .... trade $7,997 10 Chevy leather, moonroof ... $13,925 08Grand PontiacPrix, Grand .... $7,997 X2021A X2021A 12 Chevy12Cruze LT,Cruze localLT, trade .....trade $10,885 X2067A X2067A 09 Chevy09Malibu local LT, tradelocal ......... $8,992 Chevy local ..... $10,885 ChevyLT, Malibu trade ......... $8,992 HELPHELP WANTED WANTED X1574 X1574 06 Chevy loaded $13,998 X1863A X1863A 09 Chevy09Impala local LT, tradelocal ....... $9,490 Gm technician 06Impala Chevy SS, Impala SS, ... loaded ... $13,998 Experienced ChevyLT, Impala trade ....... $9,490 Experienced Gm technician apply in person E165AA E165AA 06 Sierra Reg.06Cab,Sierra shortReg. bed,Cab, 4WD,shortZ71,bed,local tradeZ71,. local $14,892 X2088 X2088 06 GMC Envoy SLTEnvoy 4WD,SLT local4WD, tradelocal ...... $9,925 apply in person 4WD, trade . $14,892 06 GMC trade ...... $9,925 E382A E382A 95 Jeep Wrangler, auto, custom .....wheels $9,982 X1283 X1283 11 Chevy ................ $14,997$14,997 95 Jeep Wrangler, auto,wheels custom ..... $9,982 11Malibu Chevy LT Malibu LT ................

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C.ai

(217) 436-2414

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C_Rev.ai Medium — Pub/Sheetfed Use

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1Cai

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1C_Rev.ai

GM AssetCentral registered users can

FILE NAME KEY

click on the link below to view and

SIZE SM = small MD = medium LG = large XL = X-large (number + inch mark = use this size when Bowtie width is less than or equal to the number)

download the logos listed on this page.

CLICK HERE

$17,550 SYMBOL POSITION WITHIN LOCKUP V = vertical stacked Bowtie and Typeset HR = horizontal, Bowtie on right HL = horizontal, Bowtie on left COLOR OF LOGOTYPE AND ® (default color is black, no indication) Rev = white

RiCK thOROmaN

DOUG BROWN

Jim BaRR

RUSS GRill

SPECIFIC END USE SF4C = 4-color Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine and Collateral use) NP4C = 4-color Newsprint (Newspaper use) SF1C = 1-color Pub/Sheetfed, (Magazine and Collateral use) NP1C = 1-color Newsprint (Newspaper use)

JOhN ShUmaKER

Chevrolet Graphic Standards

DEB WilliamS

JaRROD POWEll DUStiN PlOWmaN

aDam JamiSON 20

JEFF WalD

HALFTONE, HI-RES Visit our showroom atLOCKUP, www.smokyjennings.com File name

Vertical stack Small — Newspaper UseaDam JamiSON RiCK thOROmaN DOUG BROWN JOhN ShUmaKER DEB WilliamS JaRROD POWEll DUStiN PlOWmaN JEFF WalDEN RiCK thOROmaN DOUG BROWNJim BaRR Jim BaRR RUSS GRillRUSS GRill JOhN ShUmaKER DEB WilliamS JaRROD POWEll DUStiN PlOWmaN aDam JamiSON JEFF W File name File name CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_NP1C. ai HALFTONE, HI-RES Visit our showroom atLOCKUP, www .smokyjennings.com LOCKUP, HALFTONE, HI-RES .smokyjennings.com Visit our showroom at www

all prices are after any and all rebates plus tax, license, title. Dealer not responsible for errors in ad. *$1500 trade in Balance on ‘99 or newer trade ins.

Vertical stack

Smalltrade Newspaper Use Smalltrade — Newspaper all prices are after any and rebates plusalltax, license, Dealer not responsible errors in ad.for errors *$1500intrade Balance on ‘99 or newer ins.

CRDBowtie_Ve_SM_2in_NP1C_Rev. all prices areall after any and rebates plustitle. tax, license, title.

Dealer notforresponsible ad. in*$1500 trade in Balance on—‘99 or newer ins.Use ai

152 NORth maiN (217) 436-2414 (217) 436-2414 PalmyRa, il toll Free toll877-CChEVyS Free 877-CChEVyS 152 NORth maiNmaiN 152 NORth PalmyRa, il il PalmyRa,

(217) 436-2414

Vertical stack

CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_NP1C.ai CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_NP1C.ai CRDBowtie_Ve_SM_2in_NP1C_Rev.ai CRDBowtie_Ve_SM_2in_NP1C_Rev.ai

Small — Pub/Sheetfed Use

Small — Pub/SheetfedSmall Use — Pub/Sheetfed Use

FIND NEWFIND ROADS NEW ROADS ™

FILE NAME KEY

FIND NEW ROADS™ FILE NAME KEY

SIZE SIZE SM = small SM = small MD = medium MD = medium LG = large LG = large XL = X-large XL = X-large (number + inch mark = use this size when Bowtie (number + inch markwidth = use this size when Bowtie width is less than or equal to the number) is less than or equal to the number) SYMBOL POSITION WITHIN LOCKUP SYMBOL POSITION WITHIN LOCKUP V = vertical stacked Bowtie and V = Typeset vertical stacked Bowtie and Typeset HR = horizontal, Bowtie on right HR = horizontal, Bowtie on right HL = horizontal, Bowtie on left HL = horizontal, Bowtie on left COLOR OF LOGOTYPE AND ®COLOR OF LOGOTYPE AND ® (default color is black, no indication) (default color is black, no indication)

Rick Thoroman, Rick Thoroman, CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C.ai Brown, Barr, Jim Russ Grill,Russ Grill, DougJim Brown, Barr, CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C_Rev. John Shumaker, Deb Williams, John Shumaker, Deb Williams, ai Jarrod Powell, Plowman, JarrodDustin Powell, Dustin Plowman, Medium — Newspaper Use Adam Jamison Jeff Walden Adam and Jamison and Jeff Walden

™Doug

CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C.ai CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C.ai CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C_Rev.ai CRDBowtie_V_SM_2in_SF1C_Rev.ai

Rick Thoroman, Doug Brown, Jim Barr, Russ Grill, John Shumaker, Deb Williams, Jarrod Powell, Dustin Plowman, Adam Jamison and Jeff Walden

Medium — NewspaperMedium Use — Newspaper Use

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C.ai CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C.ai CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C_Rev.ai CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C_Rev.ai Medium — Pub/Sheetfed Use — Pub/Sheetfed Use Medium

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1Cai CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1Cai CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1C_Rev.ai CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1C_Rev.ai

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C.ai

GM AssetCentral registered users can registered users can GM AssetCentral

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_NP1C_Rev.ai

click on the link belowclick to view on and the link below to view and

download the logos listed on thisthe page. download logos listed on this page.

CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE

Medium — Pub/Sheetfed Use

CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1Cai CRDBowtie_V_MD_5in_SF1C_Rev.ai

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

C1

Pittsfield, Illinois

Good times, good friends, good food

Beth Zumwalt/The Weekly Messenger

Beth Zumwalt/The Weekly Messenger

Ty Pruett gets a roll from the line Thursday night at the Christian Church. The church sponsors a meal each week before the game for the team with various community members or organizations, football parents or the church providing the food.

Tessa Wheelan, a football mom who prepared Thursday night’s pregame meal for the Wolves, serves Mike Giles, varsity coach. The meal is served in the basement of the Christian Church.

Beth Zumwalt/The Weekly Mesenger

Thursdays lower temperatures made the demand for drinks a little less than previous Thursday team meals but the Wolves football team still downed some lemonade prepared and served by Laura Moyers.

Beth Zumwalt/The Weekly Messenger

Kim Gregurich unwraps a cheesecake to be served as a dessert to the football boys, while her husband, Bart, prepares his welcome and short inspirational speech for the team.

Boost your connectivity for a penny.

Beth Zumwalt/The Weekly Messenger

Kyle Mowen, left and Klayton Miller led the team though the serving line Thursday night at the team meal.

Start a Shared Connect Plan and get devices for just a penny each.

Get connected Home Phones, Mobile Hotspots and Modems for just a penny each when you sign up for a Shared Connect Plan with U.S. Cellular®. Visit a U.S. Cellular store and check out the latest ways to share your data beyond the Smartphone.

Beth Zumwalt/The Weekly Messenger

Devin Workman samples the food Thursday night and pronounced it delicious.

Beth Zumwalt/The Weekly Messenger

Beth Zumwalt/The Weekly Messenger

A short devotional or inspirational speech is part of the plan for Thurday night team meals. Bart Gregurich told the boys the two best games he had ever seen played at Frankin Field were when the Wolves played Greenfield in 2009 in a play-off game and again the following year, regular season.

Tessa Wheelan and Stuart Hart place toppings on the top of cheesecake servings to be served to the team. Wheelan prepared the meal and made chicken marsala, rice, greenbeans and crescent rolls for the meal.

Home Phone | ZTE Unite™ II Mobile Hotspot | Huawei Wireless Modem Applicable Shared Connect Plan required. New 2-yr. agmt. and $40 act. fee apply.

Jerseyville 1404 Windy Lane, Suite G, 618-498-7276

Things we want you to know: A new 2-yr. agmt. (subject to a pro-rated $150 early termination fee for basic phones, modems and hotspot devices and a $350 early termination fee for Smartphones and tablets) or Retail Installment Contract required.$40 device act. fee and credit approval may apply. Regulatory Cost Recovery Fee applies (currently $1.82/line/month); this is not a tax or gvmt. required charge. Add. fees, taxes and terms apply and vary by svc. and eqmt. Offers valid at participating locations only and cannot be combined. See store or uscellular.com for details. Kansas Customers: In areas in which U.S. Cellular receives support from the Federal Universal Service Fund, all reasonable requests for service must be met. Unresolved questions concerning services availability can be directed to the Kansas Corporation Commission Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at 1-800-662-0027. U.S. Cellular Home Phone: U.S. Cellular Home Phone Device in conjunction with Home Phone Service is a Commercial Radio Service and not a land line phone service. 911 calls made using U.S. Cellular Home Phone are routed through U.S. Cellular’s automatic location technology and users should be prepared to provide their physical address to emergency responders. See U.S. Cellular stores or visit uscellular.com/legal for full details. Limited-time offer.

Trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.©2014 U.S. CellularConnected_Device_Print_DI_7_5x16 C

M

K

Y

Beth Zumwalt/The Weekly Messenger

81289

Beth Zumwalt/ The Weekly Messenger

Coaches chowing down on the pre-game meal were, left side, Ron Edwards and Devin Campbell. Right side, John Lammy and Josh Springer. Coach Ryan Lowe was also in attendance.

CALL FOR STORE HOURS.

Big plates of food equal big smiles. Players enjoying the meal include left side, Logan Conkright and Jesse Crowder. Right side Jordan Collins, I zic Rogers and Russel Miller, hidden.

Campbell Publications

Calhoun news-herald P.O. Box 367, Hardin, IL 62047

Pike Press

Monday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Friday 1 - 4 p..m.

P.O. Box 70, Pittsfield, IL 62363 Ph: 217-285-2345 Fax: 630-206-0320 E-Mail: ppnews@campbellpublications.net Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Greene prairie press

Scott County Times

Ph: 618-576-2345 Fax: 630-206-0320

E-Mail: cnhnews@campbellpublications.net

Monday, Tuesday & Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday 8:30 a.m. - Noon Thursday 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.

The Weekly Messenger

JERSEY COUNTY JOURNAL 832 South State, Jerseyville, IL. 62052 Ph: 618-498-1234 • Fax: 630-206-0320 E-mail:

Ph: 217-734-2345 • Fax: 630-206-0320 E-Mail: wmnews@campbellpublications.net

jcjnews@campbellpublications.net

Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

*Certain classifications of ads appearing in The People’s Marketplace also appear on all Campbell Publications websites at no additional charge.

2009 NISSAN Titan King Cab XE, 4D, 6 1/2 ft. bed, 2WD, V*, Flex Fuel, Nerf Bar Step, liner, towing package, fog lights, 5,200 miles. $14,000.

885-5049.

9.24

FOR RENT: Pittsfield 2BR, mobile home. Absoutley no pets. 217-285-2012 TFN

200 BUSINESS COLMAN'S COUNTRY Campers 2013's on sale. Big discounts. Sales, service, parts, propane. #2 Fun St. Hartford, IL 62048. 618-254-1180. www. colmanscampers.com. TFN SELLBEST, 110 W. Quincy St., Griggsville: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Quality Used Furniture & Appliances- Washers, Dryers, Freezers, Fridges, Microwave, Electric Stoves, Twin, Full, Queen Beds, New Mattress Sets, Bedroom Furniture, Tables & Chairs, Upholstered Furniture, Tools, T.V.s, Stereos.

Everything for the home and you! Call 217-242-2252.TF IF YOU need Parts for your mowers and tillers, Dorsey's hardware and Western Auto have a large selection of belts and parts and service and new equipment sales available.

Winchester. 217-742-9241. TF

200 BUSINESS

FOR RENT or lease in Hull. S. Walnut St. 3 BR, 2 BA, single family home. 1854 sq. ft. fireplace, lease or cash. Call for details 877-499-8065.

10.1

FOR RENT in Griggsville.

Large 3 BR doublewide. Also, 2 BR ground level energyefficient apartment. No pets.

References required. Call 217833-2107. Lyndle Ellis.

10.1

3 BR house. Nice neighborhood. $550/mo. plus deposit. No pets.

No smoking. 217-779-1826. 10.15 OFFICE SPACE. Prime location. Ample parking. West Washington St., Pittsfield. Call 217-285-2848 or 217-285-5925.

10.22

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY Church Camp is taking bids for cash rent on its tillable portion of the camp. Approx. 75 acres.

Bids must be in by Oct. 29, 2014. Mail them to: MVCC Bids, 24201 State Hwy. 100, Pittsfield, IL 62363.

10.8

2 BR house for rent No smoking No pets. Security deposit required. 217-285-4502. TF 3 BR. mobile home in the country. Ph: 217-285-6508.

CAN'T QUITE afford that tree that needs trimmed/removed?

Would you rather make payments? Now accepting all major credit cards. Call Nathan or Bob for a free estimate at 217-320-8389 or 217-2041154. tf

300 FARM MARKET FOR SALE brand new water heater, Bush Hog bat winger mower, hog panels, cattle panels, hay rings for cattle - just like new. 217-734-1811. TF

400A FOR RENT Calhoun County NEWLY PAINTED, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, home on large lot in Batchtown. $400/mo 618-3962297 10.8

ONE BEDROOM apartment in Hardin. Recent renovations, water/sewer/trash included. No dogs, no smoking. $350/mo., deposit required. Call 618-5762662 to apply.

10.1

10.15

400E FOR RENT Scott County FOR RENT storage building Winchester. Call 618-498-1234.

Ask for Julie. TF

500 FOR SALE

LG TV sales on all 2013. Full service. Authorized dealer and service center. Blu Ray DVD players. Whites and Garretts new and used metal detectors. New and used CBs and antennas and police scanners.

217-285-2893. 1402 Lakeview Heights. TF SIX NEWSPAPERS, over 20,000 readers every week.

The People's Marketplace Classifieds!

• • • • •

B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County 1200 Services* 1300 Wanted* 1310 Web Sites* 1400 Work Wanted 1500 Yard Sales A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County

PRIVATE PROPERTY: No hunting or trespassing on any property owned by Gary Rothe, Teri Rothe Kirbach and Debra Rothe in Jerseyville, Illinois in Jersey County. Violaters will be prosecuted. 12.19.14

OLDER 2 story home. Newly repainted, new blinds and curtains. 3-4 large bedrooms. 2 blocks from grocery store and hospital. Nice large corner lot.

718 W. Grant St., Pittsfield. $65,000. Call 285-2687 or 217491-0261.

LARGE MULTI-FAMILY yard sale. Clothes, men, women, namebrand, children, dishes, jewelry, linens, books, furniture, toys. 353 N. Green St., Winchester. Friday, Sept. 26, 3-7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, 8 a.m.2 p.m.

PACT HEAD Start is seeking applicants for Bus Monitor for the Pittsfield Center. 35 hours per week, 36 weeks per year.

Must be 21 years of age and have GED or high school diploma. Mail, Fax, or email letter of interest and resume to: Mary Dunmire, PACT Head Start, P.O. Box 231, Mt. Sterling, IL 62353.

Fax: 217-773-3906, email: mdunmire@pactheadstart.com.

EOE.

900D NO TRESPASSING Pike County

HOUSE FOR sale with separate mother-in-law's quarters upstairs. 2 lots, house is a bungalow. Separate building with storage/hobby space downstairs. 427 N. Mississippi St. in Pittsfield (Pike County). Call 317-514-3873 or 317-514-3248.

Currently rented. Choice income property.

LOOKING TO make some extra cash for Christmas? Sell your old stuff in The People's Marketplace classifieds. $6 for 20 words - 1 week! Go to any of our newspaper websites to submit your classified ad online! Our classified ads also appear online for free!

9.24

9.24

DO YOU enjoy roller skating? Do you like working with children?

Put your talents to work. Good Times Roll is now hiring. Call 285-4885 or 285-5466 and leave a message. Applicants must be 16 years or older.

9.24

FIND THE job you've been looking for in The People's Marketplace Classifieds. Local jobs are here for you! Look here every week!

10.1

ABSOLUTELY NO trespassing on any ground owned by Double Creek Farms, Inc. MY LAND lo­cat­ed in Sec­tion 18 SW of Pearl is pri­vate prop­ er­ty. Hunt­ing, fish­ing, trap­ping, tres­pass­ing, for any pur­pose, with­out the writ­ten, signed per­ mis­sion of the own­er, is strict­ly for­bid­den. Vio­la­tors will be pros­ e­cut­ed. Ti­mothy Brink­man. 3.19.15

1100A REAL ESTATE Calhoun County MULTI-UNIT RENTAL property. Great income producing property. Priced to sell! Call Chris at the Bank of Calhoun.

618-576-2211. TF

615 HUNTING

1100C REAL ESTATE Jersey County

MCKENZIE 3D whitetail competition targets. Heavy duty.

New. Steal of a deal. $125 each. 217-257-1335.

9.24

ARCHERY TARGET-Big Green XXL Extreme 36"x36" commercial grade indoor/outdoor. New. Priced to sell. $100. 217-2571335.

900A NO TRESPASSING Calhoun County NO TRESPASSING on Jack and Mary Jeaen Aderton properety in Hardin. 5.1.15 NO TRESPASSING no hunting on property owned by Martha Knight (also known as Marty Aderton), Lincoln Valley Road, Hardin. 11.11.14 FIND THE job you've always wanted in The People's Marketplace Classifieds.

1300 WANTED

9.10.15

DRIVERS: TEAMS and solos!

Teams-$1000/week min. per driver + $.01-.12 cpm. Solos$.40 + .05 cpm weekly. $2500 sign-on bonus! 2 yrs. OTR w/ hazmat. EOE/M/F/V/D. Call 877-699-2352. 9.24

LOCAL HUNTER looking to lease a farm in Pike County or Northern Calhoun County 618550-9406. 3.7.15

10.15

RANCH STYLE home in Jerseyville. 3 Br., 2 baths, family room, kitchen, dining room combined. New carpet and flooring. 1 car attached garage, deck, in town. $89,000. 618396-2616. 9.24 BEAUTIFUL LOT on spring fed lake. For sale by owner. Sits at point and overlooks lake. Call 618-372-3454.

10.15

1100D REAL ESTATE Pike County HOME FOR sale: 345 S. Illinois St., Pittsfield. 3 bedroom, 2 bath in nice neighborhood. Close to schools on south side of Pittsfield. Large 2-car garage with circle drive. A must-see for the asking price-$72,000. Call 217-257-2540 for more information or for a showing of the home. 10.1 FOR SALE: Nice, 2 BR, 1 BA house. Central heat and AC. $35,000. Can carry contract 505-210-0000.

10.1

BUYING STANDING timber.

R. McKinnon Logging. Walnut, White Oak, etc. No yard trees.

Call 217-242-5401. 2.29.15

1500B YARD SALES Greene County VERY LARGE yard sale. Sept. 27 and 28, 1st house east of Dollar General, south of Carrollton.

1500D YARD SALES Pike County MILTON: TUCKER St. Saturday, Sept. 27, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Cards and coins.

GARAGE SALE: Pittsfield. Rain or shine. 665 Clarksville Road.

Thursday, 4-7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Lots of boys, junior girls, women's and men's clothes, shoes, home decor, nicknacks, some furniture, lots of stuff. Priced to sell!

SATURDAY, SEPT. 27 (8-1). Old tools, old wooden chair parts, furniture, file cabinets, dishes, books, clothes, Christmas dishes, sewing/embroidery machine, newly priced 5¢, 10¢, 25¢ items.

Bring change. 425 Shetland Dr, Pittsfield. Cancel if rain.

LARGE GARAGE sale. Friday, Sept. 26, 8-4. Saturday, Sept. 27, 8-4. Shed at Fashion Flowers, 4 1/2 mi. south of New Canton on Hwy. 96. Maytag Plus almond side by side frig., Casio keyboard (new), furniture, linens, dolls, dishes, Carnival glass, Pink Depression. Lots of misc.

GARAGE SALE: 337 S. Monroe, Pittsfield. Friday, Sept. 26, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, 8-11 a.m. Men's, women's, boys clothing, home decor, bedding, 2 wooden rockers, toys, misc.

Sell your old farm equipment here!

The People's Marketplace Classifieds

Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram

Technician Must be ASE Certified Benfits Include: Health Insurance, Uniforms, and 401K.

Please Call or stop by 217-243-3371 Jacksonville chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 1600 W. Morton Ave, Jacksonville, IL 62650 Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram

RNs & LPNs New Pay Rates

BOOKKEEPER WANTED: The Center for American Archeology in Kampsville, Ill., is seeking applicants for part-time employment (16-20 hrs/week). Must have proficiency in Quickbooks.

Compensation commensurate with experience. Send resume with two references to: CAA, PO Box 366, Kampsville, IL 62053.

Inquiries: caa@caaarcheology.org or 618-653-4316. Email applications accepted.

9.24

GOODYEAR T125/70D15 95M Temp. spare for 1998 Buick.

Never used. $20. 217-2854975. TF

• 610 Hobby Shop/Handicrafts* • 620 Kids For Hire • 700 Lost/Found • 710 Meeting Reminders • 800 Miscellaneous* • 900 No Trespassing A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County • 1000 Pets* • 1100 Real Estate* A: Calhoun County

900C NO TRESPASSING Jersey County

10.1

6 ROOM house with attached garage and full basement. Call 217-491-4286.

100 Automotive * 200 Business* 210 Church Services 220 Collectibles* 300 Farm Market* 400 For Rent* A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County F: Miscellaneous • 500 For Sale* • 600 Help Wanted*

1500E YARD SALES Scott County

600 HELP WANTED

1 AND 2 br apartments available. No smoking. No pets.

Security deposit required. 217285-4502 TF

• • • • • •

1100D REAL ESTATE Pike County

400D FOR RENT Pike County

100 AUTOMOTIVE

ous or does not infringe on the privacy of any individual or entity. All advertisements are accepted and published by the newspaper upon the representation that the agency and/or advertiser will indemnify and hold harmless the newspaper from any loss or expense, including the cost of defense and any settlement and/or judgment resulting from claims based upon the contents of any advertisement, including claims or suits for defamation, libel, violation of right of privacy, plagiarism or copyright infringement. All advertisements created by the newspaper are not considered a “work made for hire” and the newspaper retains the copyright to all advertisements created by the newspaper for the advertiser. The advertisement may not be reproduced without the written permission of the newspaper.

EquAL HOuSING OPPORTuNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preferences, limitations or discrimination, in the sale, rental or financing of housing. In addition, the Illinois Human Rights Act prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, marital status, or unfavorable discharge. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which violates the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call the Chicago area Fair Housing Alliance toll free at 1-800-659-OPEN.

CLASSIFICATIONS

P.O. Box 138, Winchester, IL 62694 Ph: 217-742-3313 • Fax: 630-206-0320 E-Mail: sctnews@campbellpublications.net

P.O. Box 265, Carrollton, IL 62016 Ph: 217-942-9100 Fax: 630-206-0320 E-Mail: gppress@campbellpublications.net

INFORMATION

Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram

Reaching 75,000 Readers Each Week!

GENERAL

DEADLINES: Classified ads, Monday 3:30 p.m. (For placement and for cancellation.)

CLASSIFIED RATES: First insertion, 25¢ per word, minimum $6. Consecutive repeat insertion, 15¢ per word, minimum $5.

Prepayment is required. Any change in original ad will be considered start of a new ad. Blind Ad, $4 service charge, plus postage if replies are to be mailed. Yard Sales, $6 up to 20 words. No Trespassing notice, one year, up to 20 words, $60.

ADVERTISING POLICY The following are policies of: Calhoun News-Herald, Greene Prairie Press, Jersey County Journal, Pike Press, Scott County Times and The Weekly Messenger: We are not responsible for more than one incorrect insertion of display and classified advertising. One free insertion will be allowed for a classified ad with a significant mistake. Please let us know immediately. The newspaper reserves the right to edit or reject any advertisement submitted for publication. Yard Sale and Work Wanted ads are payable in advance. Proper identification is required of persons placing ads. A F.O.I.D. card will be asked for when selling a firearm. No exceptions will be allowed. Newspaper reserves the right to refuse any advertising, including the right to do so after the ad has been accepted for publication but before publication occurs. The advertiserʼs sole remedy for such refusal shall be the refund of the funds paid to purchase the ad. Advertisements are accepted by the newspaper upon the representation that the agency and/or advertiser is authorized to publish the contents and subject matter of the advertisement and that it is not libel-

Jacksonville Chrysler Dodge jeep ram

CLASSIFIEDS The People’s Marketplace

The People’s Marketplace Classifieds

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

PIKE COUNTY Color Drive is Oct. 18 and 19. If you are having a yard sale, list it with us!

Only $7 and your ad will appear boxed with other Pike County yard sales!

NO TRESPASSING ads are $60 for one year! Call to place yours today. In Calhoun: 618-576-2345; Greene: 217942-9100; Jersey: 618-4981234; Pike: 217-285-2345 and Scott: 217-742-3313.

Keep unwanted people off your property! Great way to keep people off your land!

$2,000 Sign On Bonus Available If your interest and satisfaction with your career are not what they used to be, perhaps it’s time to try something different in the growing specialty field of correctional healthcare! A unique environment that provides a rewarding career in a specialized field that encompasses ambulatory care, heath education, urgent care and infirmary care.

Corizon, a provider of health services for the Missouri Department of Corrections has excellent opportunities on EVENINGS at Northeast Correctional Center in Bowling Green.

Corizon offers EXCELLENT compensation, differentials and comprehensive benefits.

Please Contact: Roschell Davis or Tammy Anderson 573-324-6520 Roschell.Davis@ CorizonHealth.com Or View Job & apply @ Careerbuilder.com EOE/AAP/DTR

FARM EQUIPMENT/ANTIQUE AUCTION

SAT., OCTOBER 4, 2014 • 9 AM DIRECTIONS TO AUCTION: 20455 US Highway 54 Pittsfield, IL • 5 miles west of Pittsfield

Kubotas, GN Trailer: Kubota M5040 tractor, loader, cab, MFWD, 747 hr!; Kubota B7100 HST MFWD, 876 hr, snow blade; Kiefer Built 8x24’ Aluminum GN stock trailer; Honda CH80 scooter. Farm Equipment: 2) JD 2r planters; NI 1-row picker; 2) JD Van Brunt drills; 12’ disk; 9’ bar mower; 2&3 btm 3 pt plows; 6’&7’ 3-pt cults; 7’ 3 pt box blade; BH SQ72 3 pt mower; BH ATH600 finish mower; Shucking Wagon; Bale movers; 2 sect harrow; 6’ HD 3 pt blade; 3) 4x4 water tanks; and more. Horse Drawn Equipment: Buckboard wagon; Doctors Buggy; 2)Antique sleighs; 4) Driving carts; Breaking cart; Leather driving harness; Saddles, bridles, halters, leads, bits & tack; and more. Antiques & Collectibles: #290 RR steel safe; JD No.1 galv. corn sheller; 1878 Grain cleaner; Coin-op “Health Chart” scale; Set of 12 Wade prints; St. Joseph’s Aspirin clock; Antique tables, desks, door knobs, boxes; 1972 Pike Co. plat; Warm Morning wood stove; Toboggan; Hay knife; Post vise; Steel wagon wheels; Cast iron kettle; Collectible glassware; and much more! Metal Advertising Signs: Northrup King; Gooch’s Best Feeds; Herman Trucking; 3) Vintage Pepsi signs. Tools, Misc.: 15’ culvert; Pickup fuel tank; Wooden windows, chairs & doors; 4x6” posts; Hewn beams; 2”x wide lumber; HD ratchet straps; HD 5’ jack stands; Cub Cadet 102 mower, parts; Steel shop table; Table saw; Galv. ½” cable; Many tires & rims, semi to car; Ford brush guard; Roll 4’ chain link fence; 4”-pipe 10’ hitching rail; 3’x24’ rubber mat; 300g tank stand; 10+ RR ties; Rolling wooden announcer stand & 5)display racks; 10+ steel barrels; Antique & modern farm, garden & shop tools; 2) Shop air comps; 10’ hand diggers; Fil-Rite fuel pump; and more. Antique Furniture: 54” round oak pedestal table, 2 leaves; Heavy oak square top table; Oak office chair; Wash stand, oak dresser; Kitchen cupboard; Painted brass full bed; 2) drop leaf tables; Small dressing table; Oak full bed; Iron baker’s rack; Iron/oak ice cream parlor table w/4 chairs; Quilt rack; Small tables; and more. Modern Furniture: Queen size white metal frame bed; Oak glider; Sofa; 7’x7’x20” Entertainment center; watch for more to be listed.

Note: John was a great buyer & collector of unusual auction items. Auction will begin with rack wagon items, then equipment. Please call for more info.

JOHN IONSON ESTATE Curless Auction – Brian Curless Auctioneer 217-242-1665

WWW.CURLESSAUCTION.COM

ADAMS COUNTY, IL REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION

Also Selling TUES., OCTOBER 21 AT 3:00 P.M.

ONE OWNER FARMALL 656 TRACTOR, CHEVY S10 PICKUP, FEW GUNS, FARM IMPLEMENTS & MORE!

SALE TO BE HELD ONSITE AT 525 E. 2700TH STREET, LIBERTY, IL (N OF BEVERLY, IL)

OPEN HOUSE

SAT., OCT. 4TH 10 - 11 AM

REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION

Thur., October 14 • 4:30 PM 306 Houston St. Pleasant Hill, IL

Selling a nice 2 bedroom bungalow home and great 16’ x 28’ detached garage on a large 60’ x 100’ lot in Pleasant Hill. The vinyl sided home has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, dining room, living room, small kitchen, walk-in pantry & a large open utility room that could be a large kitchen. The house has a poured concrete utility basement with a GFA furnace & central a/c.

Also selling a small amount of personal property to include: Dinette table & 6 chairs; Full bed, chest & dresser; Living room chairs & sofa; Electric range; Costume jewelry; Antique glassware; Painting supplies; Vacuum; Horse collar; and more.

Please check website for terms & info or call Brian for a tour!

Attorney: Michael Hollahan 109 E. Washington Pittsfield, IL 217-285-5593

CARL & INEZ BALL ESTATE Gail Ball- Executor

Curless Auction – Brian Curless Auctioneer 217-242-1665

WWW.CURLESSAUCTION.COM

Selling 14+ acres & country home (2 tracts) located directly north of the small town of Beverly, IL in Sections 4 & 5 of Beverly Township, Adams County, IL. TRACT 1 will be the very well kept 2 story country home with 7+ acres. TRACT 2 is located directly across the road and will contain 6+ acres which represents timberland and wildlife habitat as well as a beautiful possible new home site.

We will also be conducting a personal property auction with highlights to include a "one owner" Farmall 656 tractor, Chevy S10 pickup, few guns, small line of farm implements, tools, household items & more. Full listing & photographs online! Nice evening auction!

DARRELL & CONNIE MERIDETH REPRESENTING & CLOSING ATTORNEY: JOHN R. LONGLETT Lewis, Longlett & Lannerd, LLC 435 Hampshire • Quincy IL 62301-2927 • Phone 217-224-1240 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & PHOTOS ONLINE @

www.sullivanauctioneers.com OR CALL FOR A DETAILED BROCHURE.

Sullivan Auctioneers, LLC • 217-847-2160 • Lic. 444000107

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Campbell Publications

THIS DAY IN HISTORY - SEPT. 24

• 1934 - Babe Ruth played his last game as a New York Yankee player.

• 1957 - U.S. President Eisenhower sent federal troops to Little Rock, AR, to enforce school integration.

• 1977 - "The Love Boat" debuted on ABC-TV. The theme song was sung

by Jack Jones and was written by Paul Williams and Charles Fox. • 2001 - U.S. President George W. Bush froze the assets of 27 suspected terrorists and terrorist groups.

MULTI PARTY FALL AUCTION

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 27TH 9AM • 17055 E 1825TH ST BUSHnEll Il

CAR * TRACTOR * ANTIQUES * COLLECTIBLES ANTIQUE & MODERN FURNITURE * APPLIANCES MOBILITY EQUIPMENT * LAWN & GARDEN * TOOLS SO MUCH MORE!

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTYJERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS 08CH 32 DALE L. DOUGLAS; VICTORIA L. DOUGLAS; AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC.; DEFENDANTS 1215 DOLAN LANE JERSEYVILLE, IL 62052 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

For additional information, please visit us online at auctionzip.com Auction ID# 35420

***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on July 14, 2014, JERSEY COUNTY SHERIFF in JERSEY County, Illinois, will on October 20, 2014, in Courtroom A of the Jersey County Courthouse, 201 W. Pearl Street, Jerseyville, IL, at 8:30AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of JERSEY, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTYJERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS

13 CH 34

PATRICIA BRIDGES; TRACIE SHIRES; RORY SHIRES; DEFENDANTS 1020 EAST SPRUCE STREET JERSEYVILLE, IL 62052 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on July 14, 2014, JERSEY COUNTY SHERIFF in JERSEY County, Illinois, will on October 20, 2014, in Courtroom A of the Jersey County Courthouse, 201 W. Pearl Street, Jerseyville, IL, at 8:30AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of JERSEY, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 04-656-004-50 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1020 EAST SPRUCE STREET JERSEYVILLE, IL 62052 NOTICE OF SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF GREENE-CARROLLTON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs.

11CH 21

BRIAN JEFFERS and LARA JEFFERS, Defendants.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 308 FRANKLIN ROODHOUSE, IL 62082 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on March 25, 2014, the following described real estate, to-wit: Permanent Index Number: 08-22-18-406-009 Commonly known as: 308 Franklin, Roodhouse, IL 62082 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on October 8, 2014 at 9:00 AM, the south end of the Greene County Courthouse Lobby, Carrollton, Illinois.

The Judgment amount is $50,646.98.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: The bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Description of Improvements: YELLOW, VINYL SIDING, RANCH, TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $202,776.03.

Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1304706 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I624439 9.10.14, 9.17, 9.24

spection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

For information, contact the Plaintiff’s Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719.

The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1).

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I625406 9.10.14, .17, 9.24

The property will NOT be open for in-

TAX NO. 04-211-024-30 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1215 DOLAN LANE JERSEYVILLE, IL 62052

The People’s Marketplace Classifieds

2 CAR GARAGE, UTILITIES ON The Judgment amount was $183,250.66.

Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0807892 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I624436 9.10.14, 9.17.14, 9.24.14

Description of Improvements: 1 STORY VINYL SIDED HOUSE WITH ATTACHED

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT GREENE COUNTY, ILLINOIS UNITED COMMUNITY BANK, an Illinois banking corporation, Plaintiff, vs.

No. 13-CH-31

TRACI L. CASTLEBERRY, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ROBERT L. CASTLEBERRY, DECEASED, BOBBY B. CASTLEBERRY, FRANKLIN DAVID CASTLEBERRY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure entered by the court on the Complaint for Foreclosure in the above-entitled cause, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder.

(A) The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Mr. Jeff Stolleis, Vice President – Loss Mitigation, United Community Bank, 301 N. Main Street, Chatham, IL; Telephone: (217) 438-5416, Ext. 3018.

(B) The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 443 W. Bridgeport Street, White Hall, Illinois (C) The legal description of the real estate is: That part of Lots Numbered Eleven (11) and Twelve (12) in L.E. Worcester’s West Addition to the Town, now City of White Hall, according to the recorded IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. PLAINTIFF Vs.

plat of said Addition, more particularly described as follows, to-wit: Commencing at a point one hundred sixty (160) feet due South and sixty (60) feet due East of the Northwest corner of said Lot Twelve (12) in said Addition, thence running due East sixty (60) feet, thence North one hundred sixty (160) feet, more or less, to the North line of said Lot Eleven (11) in said Addition, thence running, in a Westerly direction along and with the North line of Lot Eleven (11) and North line of Lot Twelve (12) in said Addition sixty (60) feet, more or less, to a point on said line due North of the point of beginning, thence due South one hundred sixty (160) feet, more or less, to the place of beginning, and situated in the City of White Hall, County of Greene and State of Illinois.

(D) A description of the improvements on the real estate is: Single family residence.

(E) The real estate may be inspected prior to sale at the following times: Not applicable.

(F) The time and place of the sale are: 10:00 a.m. on October 9, 2014 in the 1st floor hallway, Greene County Courthouse, 519 North Main Street, Carrollton, Illinois.

(G) The terms of the sale are: Cash in hand on day of sale. Plaintiff may credit bid at the sale. The successful bidder will receive a Certificate of Purchase following the sale and a Sheriff’s Deed upon confirmation of the sale by the Circuit Court of Greene County.

(H) Title will be conveyed subject to real estate taxes for 2013 and subsequent years and special assessments, if any; to building restrictions and restrictive covenants of record; to easements of record or in place; to rights of way for roads, streets, and highways; to rights of tenants in possession, if any. Sale is subject to approval of the Circuit Court of Greene County.

9.10.14, 9.17.14, 9.24.14

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4).

14 CH 00014

Robert C. Merkle Jr.; et. al.

DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 6/11/2014, the Sheriff of Jersey County, Illinois will on 10/29/14 at the hour of 8:15AM at Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Jerseyville, IL 62052, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Jersey and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 03-235-007-00

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

Public Notices keep you informed!

Find them here every week!

ILLINOIS CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING NETWORK ADVERTISING SERVICES

CAREER/EDUCATION

Need to place your ad throughout Illinois? Call Illinois Press Advertising Service 217-241-1700 or visit www.illinoispress.org

BOATS THE BOAT DOCK We Buy & Consign Used Boats! 217793-7300 theboatdock.com

CAMPERS/RVS Colman’s RV - We buy/consign used Campers & RV’s 217-787-8653 www.colmansrv.com

AIRLINE CAREERS START HERE - BECOME AN AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECH. FAA APPROVED TRAINING. FINANCIAL AID IF QUALIFIED. JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE. CALL AIM 800-481-8312

HELP WANTED DRIVERS OTR DRIVERS: Home Weekly!

Earn a MINIMUM of $1200/week driving OTR and get home weekly! Recruiter in your area THIS WEEK to discuss the position! Call now! 866-373-0935 www.shillicorp.com

TanTara Transportation Corp. is hiring Flatbed Truck Drivers and Owner Operators. Regional and OTR Lanes Available. Call us @ 800-650-0292 or apply online at www.tantara.us DRIVERS: Owner Operators and experienced OTR drivers needed for expanding fleet.

Call USA Truck today.

866-545-0078 Drivers Flatbed Owner Operators or Company Drivers with steel experience, Home often. Excellent Pay/Benefits! NEW $3,000.00 SIGN-ON-BONUS! Call Amanda 855-400-6939 www.adslogistics.com/

$1500 SIGN ON BONUS, $60K-$70K Annually!

Experienced Class A CDL Drivers Wanted! Dedicated Customer, Home Weekly and Excellent Benefits. Call 888-409-6033 or apply online www.DRIVEJTC.com

TRAINING/EDUCATION Can You Dig It? Heavy Equipment Operator Training! 3 Week Program. Bulldozers, Backhoes, Excavators. Lifetime Job Placement Assistance with National Certifications. VA Benefits Eligible! (866) 2623067

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE confirmation by the court.

Central ICANS - Run Dateto Week of 9/21/2014 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY If the property is a condominium and the JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees RESIDENTIAL will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The CondoJPMorgan Chase Bank, National As- minium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) sociation (1) and (g)(4).

PLAINTIFF If the property is located in a common Vs. 13 CH 00056 interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay Steve D. Marshall a/k/a Steve Douglas any assessment and legal fees due unMarshall a/k/a Steven Douglas Marshall der the Condominium Property Act, 765 a/k/a Stephen Douglas Marshall; et. al.

ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

DEFENDANTS If the sale is set aside for any reason, the NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled REAL ESTATE only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or that pursuant to a Judgment of Fore- the Mortgagee’s attorney. closure and Sale entered in the above cause on 3/26/2014, the Sheriff of Jer- Upon payment in full of the amount bid, sey County, Illinois will on 10/29/14 at the purchaser shall receive a Certificate the hour of 8:15AM at Jersey County of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Jerseyville, to a Deed to the real estate after ConIL 62052, or in a place otherwise desfirmation of the sale. The successful ignated at the time of sale, County of purchaser has the sole responsibility/ Jersey and State of Illinois, sell at public expense of evicting any tenants or other auction to the highest bidder for cash, as individuals presently in possession of set forth below, the following described the subject premises. real estate: The property will NOT be open for inPIN 06-121-008-00 spection and Plaintiff makes no repImproved with Single Family Home resentation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are adCOMMONLY KNOWN AS: 17172 Yates monished to check the Court file to verify Road Grafton, IL 62037 all information.

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-25463.

9.17.14, 9.24, 10.1.14

B R O W N C O U N T Y, IL

82 ACRES±

SUBJECT TO SURVEY

• 2 TRACTS

SALE TO BE HELD AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER (YMCA) IN MT. STERLING, IL.

SAT., OCTOBER 18 AT 10:00 A.M.

Land is located in Section 28, T2S•R2W, Versailles Township, Brown County, IL, south of Versailles, IL along Hwy. 99 (south of Mt. Sterling, IL).

Land consists of mature timber which offers some of the best whitetail deer and wild turkey hunting in Brown County!

There is also a large lake stocked with various species of fish and a beautiful ranch style brick home.

Open House: Sunday, October 5th from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 21307 Tuetken Road Jerseyville, IL 62052 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-10-36706.

9.17.14, 9.24, 10.1.14

We will also be offering an approx.

1.5 ACRE CAMPING SITE located near the Illinois River.

DETAILS & PHOTOS WILL BE POSTED ONLINE SOON! DETAILED TERMS, MAPS & PHOTOS ONLINE @

www.sullivanauctioneers.com OR CALL FOR A DETAILED BROCHURE.

MILDRED M. TURNER

SUSAN BOWEN - P.O.A. AND MARCIA WARD, DAUGHTERS Representing & Closing Attorney: John B. Leonard 132 E. Main Street • Mt. Sterling, IL 62353 • Phone 217-773-3814

Sullivan Auctioneers, LLC • 217-847-2160 • Lic. 444000107

DETAILS & PHOTOS @: www.sullivanauctioneers.com

C4

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

Town & Countr y Tour...

THE LANDGUYS WELCOME

REAL ESTATE

Pittsfield, Illinois

Covering Real Estate in your area

Visit Us Online w w w . m c c a r t n e y - r e a l e s t a t e . c o m

ADAM FENCIK

DaviD T. McCartney • Managing Broker 217-491-1014

Celebrating over 75 years in business!

COVERING PIKE COUNTY &

Phone (217) 285-4502 Office Fax: (217) 285-9672

SURROUNDING

AREAS

320 W. Washington Street Pittsfield, Illinois 62363

William mccartney 285-2999

Kirby Hobbs (217) 491-2059

Karen mcconnell (217) 723-4217

lloyd pHillips 217-257-7096

anGela moss 217-883-2031

Ken renoud 285-4749

sonya miller (217) 653-2943

Joyce miller-boren 217-257-6196

elaine HoaGlin (217) 491-1141

dennis & Judy douGlas 217-430-1557

Celebrating over 75 years serving Pike County!

LandGuys.net

G N I ND

LAND BROKER

E P 31233 290tH aVe.

217.242.0716

adam@landguys.net

429 e. WasHinGton pittsField $189,900

690 soutH Walnut pittsField reduced: $129,000

440 West perry pittsField broker owned $98,000

14026 395tH aVe. nebo reduced: $179,000

Richard Smith John Borrowman Chris Nichols Tere Boes

estABlisHeD 1938

217.473.3286 217.430.0645 217.473.3777 217.491.2267

Barb Goertz Elaine Smith Todd Smith Sandy Herring

610 W. Quincy GriGGsVille $97,500

barry

212 Fair st pittsField $69,000

699 soutH Walnut pittsField $122,000

26889 co. HWy 4 barry $98,000

201 e. Quincy st. pleasant Hill $99,500

414 West Fayette pittsField reduced: $67,500

117 soutH JacKson pittsField $99,500

LD O S 501 s. madison pittsField

217.257.7865 217.473.3288 217.285.4720 217.371.9549

17916 369tH st. pleasant Hill $165,000

HWy 54 - industrial parK pittsField 1.85 acres m/l - $55,000 Chris Little Scott Andress Robert Evans

716 W. pittsField st. milton $61,000

217.653.3697 217.371.0635 217.491.2391

Homes • Farms • Hunting Land • Commercial Property

116 W. Washington • Pittsfield, Il 62363 • (217) 285-5800 www.pikecorealestate.com HOMES NEW LISTING-Florence-414 River Road-Nice 3BR 2BA manufactured home with garage NEW LISTING-Nebo-410 Park St.-3BR 2BA home with attached 1 car garage plus insulated 2 car detached garage, new carpet and paint. $60’s.

NEW LISTING-Florence-414 River Road-Nice 3BR 2BA manufactured home with garage and pool sitting on the bluff side with 8 lots across the road along the Illinois River. A must see! $90’s.

Barry-1132 Rodgers St.-Older 2 story 4BR home priced to sell. Motivated Seller!!! $40’s.

Barry-233 Tremont-3BR 2BA home with 2 car detached garage in nice neighborhood.

Priced to sell!! $70’s.

Barry-507 Grand Ave.-Excellent 2BR quality built ranch home with partially finished basement with extra bath all sitting on extra large lot. $80’s.

Barry-1159 Pratt St.-Beautiful 4BR home all updated. Move-in ready!! $90’s.

DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION-Barry-1300 Pratt St.-Very nice 3BR home on 3 acres +/- with new bathrooms, beautiful new carpet, oak cabinets in kitchen and 2 fireplaces. Very nice neighborhood. $130’s.

Barry-1415 Mortimer St.-Quality 3BR 2BA home with 2 car attached garage and large 2 car detached garage with apartment sitting on 2.86 acres. $160’s.

Griggsville-416 E. Chestnut-Nice 3BR 2BA home on 2 corner lots. Nice deck areas and partial fenced-in yard. $50’s.

Griggsville-116 S. Pearl-Nice remodeled 3BR 2BA home on corner lot. Motivated seller! $60’s.

Griggsville-204 S. Corey-Nicely remodeled 4-5BR 2BA home with lots of space and updates. Must see to appreciate! $80’s.

Hardin-HC 61 Box 16A-Amazing 3BR, 2BA rustic log home with large garage/workshop, machine shed and 90 acres of prime hunting land.

PRICE REDUCED-Mt. Sterling- R. R. #4, Box 167-CORNBELT WHITETAILS LODGE-3 state of the art hunting lodges, sleeps 40 people, sits on 13 acres. Highly motivated Seller!

New Canton-195 Mississippi-5BR 2BA home on corner lot with big yard located across from the park. $50’s.

New Canton-425 Mississippi St.-Excellent 3BR home. All appliances convey. Many good updates. $50’s.

New Canton-23958 260th St.-Beautiful 3BR, 3BA brick ranch home with full basement. 40 acres of hunting with another small home & workshop also included! $300’s.

New Hartford-21672 US Hwy. 54-3BR 2BA manufactured home with 30 x 40 garage/workshop with all utilities. Many potential uses!! $70’s.

Pearl-405 West Street-Nice 2BR modular home with garden shed, outbuilding and fully furnished. $40’s.

PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-639 E. Washington St.-One of the most desirable classic homes in this area in a beautiful setting! 5BR 4+BA , energy efficient and maintenance-free exterior. Call our office for your private showing!! $290’s.

Pittsfield-1 Christine Ct.-Newer sprawling 4BR ranch home near golf course. Too many amenities to mention! A must see!! $200’s.

Pittsfield-38185 205th Ave.-Great 4BR family home just minutes from town. Nice open porch. $150’s.Pittsfield-505 Piper Lane-Beautiful original woodwork sets this 2 story 3BR 1.5BA home apart from others. A must see!!! $100’s.

Pittsfield-675 Kandy St.-Outstanding 3BR ranch home in desirable South location with many updates. $90’s.

Pittsfield-507 Liberty St.-Nice 3BR family home in a quiet neighborhood with nice back yard. $80’s.

Pittsfield-511 W. Oklahoma-5BR 2BA manufactured home with lots of space to work with.

Needs some cosmetic work. Great potential at a great price! $60’s.

Pittsfield-703 N. Jackson-4BR home with new roof, bath and flooring. Bank owned. $60’s.

Pittsfield-339 S. Illinois-2BR vinyl sided maintenance free home with new kitchen, bath and flooring. Bank owned. $60’s.

Pittsfield-320 W. Jefferson-3BR 2BA home with large pantry and nice fenced in yard. $60’s.

Pittsfield-180 Washington Ct.-Nice 2BR home with 1 car detached garage on quiet street.

Would make a great rental or starter home. $60’s.

Pittsfield-605 N. Jackson St.-3BR 2BA home with deck, large fenced in yard and detached garage. $60’s.

Pittsfield-327 Crossman Lane-Nice 2BR 1BA home with hardwood floors in a nice location. $50’s.

PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-316 Spring St.-Nice 3BR 1BA ranch style home; would make great starter home or rental property. $40’s.

PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-218 E. Benson-2BR 1BA ranch home with 1 car garage/carport and hardwood floors. $40’s.

Pittsfield-637 N. Jackson-Large 1½ story home, very spacious. Needs some TLC. $40’s.

Pleasant Hill-108 State-Nice 2BR starter home with newly remodeled bath, newer furnace and central air. $40’s.

Pleasant Hill-104 Lyndel-Neat maintenance free 3BR 1BA ranch home in nice subdivision location. Good retirement or starter home. $60’s.

PRICE REDUCED-Pleasant Hill-13306 St. Hwy. 96-Very clean 2BR ranch home with 1 car garage sitting on 2.3 acres with 2 outbuildings. Move-in ready! Make an offer!! $70’s.

PRICE REDUCED-Pleasant Hill-15005 383rd St.-Beautiful 20 year old 3BR 2BA brick ranch home with 2,100 sq. ft. sitting on 4.5 acres. $160’s.

Rockport-27844 Dutch Creek Rd.-Beautiful 2BR home, totally remodeled, includes 3 acres, large machine shed, older barn & 2 grain bins. $100’s.

Rockport-18327 St. Hwy. 96-Unique 3BR 2BA home with 3 car and 1 car detached garages.

Excellent landscaping in a nice location. $150’s.

Rockport-17358 State Hwy. 96-Large 4-5BR 2 story home with over 2,700 sq. ft. of living space with 4 car detached garage all sitting on 1.6 acres. $150’s.

Summer Hill-32739 Jim Town Hollow Rd.-3BR 1BA bungalow with 2 car detached garage with new windows. Move-in ready! $50’s.

PRICE REDUCED-Summer Hill-32851 200th Ave.-Newer 4BR home, all updated, with nice finished workshop, on double lot. $80’s.

Winchester-834 Old Highway Road-Beautiful 5BR 3.5BA brick home sitting on 3.1 acres with large wooded lot. $800’s.

COMMERCIAL & LOTS Barry-Good building site on a 1.88 acre tract of land located on Old Hwy 36 North of Barry Illinois. Includes a 20X 40 shed that has been sided and painted. Give us a call to take look!!

PRICE REDUCED-Barry-1 acre +/- building site located between Barry and New Canton.

Utilities are available.

Barry-1400 Rodgers St.-Nice shop with geo-thermal in great location.

Griggsville-Nice building site on Walnut Street in Griggsville. Motivated Seller!

PRICE REDUCED-Griggsville-706 N. Chandler-2 vacant building lots in good location with all utilities available on one lot.a PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-S. Memorial St.-Nice 60’ x 232’ building lot on the South side of town.

Pittsfield-Lot 2A Industrial Plaza-3 acre commercial lot with water, gas, sewer and electric available on site. Give us a call today to discuss the opportunities!

Pittsfield-Lot 7 Panther Creek Subdivision-Great building location in one of Pittsfield’s newest & best subdivisions. Lot size is 0.81 acres.

Pittsfield-25340 390th St.-20 x 30 building with city water, septic, electric, and propane tank sitting on 3.7 acres. Zoned commercial or residential.

Pittsfield-11 acres, including Lot 1 of the Industrial Plaza-Great building and business site.

Call our office for more details!

Pittsfield-205 N. Madison-Formerly “The Brick on Madison.” Turn-key restaurant/lounge with nice upstairs apartment.

Pittsfield-228 & 229 W. Jefferson & 231 W. Adams St-16-1BR, 1-2BR and 1-3BR apart-

ments (Capps Apartments) and a 3BR home for sale. Great investment opportunity!

HUNTING LAND & FARMS NEW LISTING-Pike County 161 acres +/- Hadley TWP. Excellent recreational farm with 55 acres tillable and 37 acres CRP. Hadley Creek runs through the property.

NEW LISTING-Pike County 163 acres +/- Barry TWP. Good investment farm with excellent hunting, 71 acres tillable and 26 acres CRP. NEW LISTING-Pike County 324 acres +/- Hadley and Barry TWP. Investment/hunting farm with nice creek and timber, 181 acres tillable and 64 acres CRP. NEW LISTING-Scott County 84.5 acres +/- Glasgow TWP. Very nice recreational farm with good timber and excellent deer and turkey hunting.

PRICE RECUDED-Brown County 60 acres +/- Elkhorn Twp. Secluded hunting farm with 23 acres tillable providing good income.

Calhoun and Pike County 1,147 acres +/- Belleview and Spring Creek TWPs. Huge farm with 3 homes, including nice lodge, guest house, secluded lake, and several machine sheds.

Farm earns over $135,000 annual income from tillable & CRP income.

Calhoun and Pike County 654 acres +/- Carlin and Pearl TWPs. Beautiful 4BR 4BA home sitting on an enormous trophy deer hunting farm with big timber!

Calhoun County 401 acres +/- Hardin TWP. Huge hunting farm with 70 acres tillable, secluded on dead end road with older home and outbuildings.

Calhoun County 328 acres +/- Belleview & Carlin TWPs. Large, authentic cedar log home sits on this fabulous recreational farm earning nearly $23,000 annual income!

Calhoun County 125 acres +/- Carlin TWP. Super hunting farm with big timber, 26 acres tillable and cozy cabin on secluded black top road!! Very unique property!

Pike and Calhoun County 1,147 acres +/- Spring Creek and Belleview TWPs. Huge farm with 3 homes, including nice lodge, guest house, secluded lake, and several machine sheds.

Farm earns over $135,000 annual income from tillable & CRP income.

PRICE REDUCED-Pike County 661 acres +/- Spring Creek TWP. Breathtaking recreational farm with incredible Tennessee log home. Big timber, big deer, big opportunity!!

Pike and Calhoun County 654 acres +/- Pearl and Carlin TWPs. Beautiful 4BR 4BA home sitting on an enormous trophy deer hunting farm with big timber!

Pike County 534 acres +/- Pleasant Vale TWP. Large recreational farm with fantastic log home and incredible hunting with income.

Pike County 502 acres +/- Spring Creek TWP. Large, scenic hunting farm with 126 acres tillable earning almost $27,000 annual cash rent, gorgeous 12 acre lake!

Pike County 501 acres +/- Spring Creek & Pearl TWPs. Awesome hunting farm with marketable timber and over $21,000 annual income from tillable & CRP. Pike County 219 acres +/- Ross TWP. Incredible Deer & Waterfowl hunting property in Mississippi River Bottoms!!

Pike County 167 acres +/-Martinsburg and Pleasant Hill TWP. Big timber hunting farm with good CRP income and nice lake.

Pike County 163 acres +/- Derry TWP. Excellent hunting tract in a great deer management area with 70 acres tillable.

Pike County 85 acres +/- Pittsfield and Derry TWP. 100% tillable farm with great income and good soils!!

Pike County 78 acres +/- Spring Creek TWP. Great hunting farm with 37 acres CRP and established food plots. Farm lays beautiful for deer hunting!

Pike County 77 acres +/- Pleasant Hill TWP. Nice recreational farm with high fencing.

Pike County 66 acres +/- Pearl TWP. Big timber hunting farm with 2BR home and outbuildings.

Pike County 40 acres +/- Pleasant Vale TWP-Awesome hunting farm including 3BR, 3BA brick home, smaller home & workshop. Great secluded, quiet setting!

PRICE REDUCED-Pike County 32 acres +/- Cincinnati TWP. Very unique riverfront property with 2,000 sq. ft. home and cabin.

Pike County 30 acres +/- Pleasant Vale TWP. Small farm that hunts big! Includes and older home needing work & a nice machine shed/workshop.

PENDINGS AND SOLDS SALE PENDING-Pittsfield-524 Liberty St.-3BR home with new kitchen, bath, floorings, paint, roof, and light fixtures. In cooperation with Desollar & Wessler Bros.

SALE PENDING-Pittsfield-443 Susie Dr.-Cute 3BR 2BA home on quiet street with nice deck and great family room. $70’s.

SALE PENDING-Barry-318 Mason-Nice 2BR home priced to sell.

SALE PENDING-Barry-585 Bainbridge-2BR home with many updates, including windows, heating/air, roof, siding, insulation and paint. $50’s.SALE PENDINGNEW LISTING-Barry-1196 Mortimer-Exquisite turn of the century home in its original condition with beautiful plank flooring, wooden staircase and much more! $80’s.

SALE PENDING-Pittsfield-367 E. Morrison-Nice 3BR ranch in South location. In cooperation with Wade Real Estate.

SALE PENDING-Griggsville-411 S. Wall-Immaculate 3BR brick ranch home on corner lot.

Priced below market! Call our office for more details!! $150’s.

SALE PENDING-PRICE REDUCED-Griggsville-315 E. Quincy St.-Very nice 2BR home with 2 car detached garage and machine shed on corner lot. $60’s.

SALE PENDING-New Canton-24765 270th St.-Beautiful 1900 sq. ft. new home, unfinished inside. Includes 3 acres, older home & barn.

SALE PENDING-Pittsfield-318 Piper Lane-Superb older 2 story 3-4BR home with exquisite wood working, staircase and foyer sitting on 2.25 acres. $140’s.

SOLD-REDUCED BY $22,000-Griggsville-116 South Wall-Beautiful brick home on 2 lots. 2-3 BR 2.5BA with fireplace & heated 2 car garage. MOTIVATED SELLER! $140’s.

SOLD-PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-1033 Sunset-Immaculate newly updated 3BR brick home with 1 car attached garage. Move-in ready! $130’s.

SOLD-Martinsburg-36840 180th Ave.-2BR 2BA home with 2 car detached garage sitting on 4 acres +/- with many updates. $60’s.

SALE PENDING-New Canton-110 N. Main-81 x 40 building in New Canton currently

occupied by Darci’s Restaurant, includes small adjacent lot to the West.

SALE PENDING-Pike County 119 acres +/- Pleasant Vale TWP. Secluded big timber hunting farm at the end of a dead end road.

SALE PENDING-Pike County 45 acres +/- Derry TWP. Excellent hunting property with nice home, outbuildings and income.

SALE PENDING-Pike County 172 acres +/- Martinsburg TWP. Awesome hunting farm with cabin, lake and 50 acres tillable.

SALE PENDING-Pike County 303 acres +/- Spring Creek TWP. Fantastic recreational farm with 2 lakes, big timber, & 164 acres tillable!

SALE PENDING-NEW LISTING-Calhoun County 57 acres +/- Crater TWP. Very good investment farm with 40 acres of good tillable.

SOLD-PRICE REDUCED-Pike County 22 acres +/- Martinsburg TWP. Great farm with all timber, along Honey Creek. Excellent deer and turkey hunting.

REal estate

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

C5

Pittsfield, Illinois

Town & Countr y Tour... Covering Real Estate in your area McKee

Website - www.CarterNetworkRealty.com Phone - (217) 285-4300

Insurance & Real Estate, Inc.

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

Thomas E. McKee, Broker

www.tmckeerealestate.com 610 W. Quincy, Pleasant Hill, IL 62366 (217) 734-9014 • Fax (217) 734-2224

201 Temperance St. Pleasant Hill - 2 story frame house.

9 rooms, 4 BR, 1 BA, GFA, 2 car att. garage, full basement, good location and quite neighborhood.

535 Part St. Nebo - Good 6 room, 2 BR, a BA, frame ranch style house with attached garage. SOLD 104 Randall Drive- 3 bed, 2 bath, large garage. Great location.

201 West Quincy Pleasant Hill - 1 1/2 story, 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, covered porch/gazebo. Very well kept house.

Pleasant Hill- 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, nice house, good location, new furnace and air, great location!

5th and Orrill St Pleasant Hill- Good 45x60 Morton Building situated on 1 1/2 lots..

560 E Park Street Nebo IL- 4 BR, 2 BA, det. garage, 2 covered porches, Great house.

102 East Clinton Street- Good 5RM, 2 BR, 1 BA bungalow. 1100 sq. ft.

609 Bottom St. Pleasant Hill - Good frame 7 RM, 3 BR, 2 BA, recently updated CAC, GFA, det. garage. PENDING 315 Park St. Nebo - 6RM, 3BR, 1BA, frame bungalow. Gas F/A, heat, C/A. Solid House.

Website - www.CarterNetworkRealty.com Phone - (217) 285-4300 Website - www.CarterNetworkRealty.com Website - www.CarterNetworkRealty.com • Phone - (217) 285-4300 Website - www.CarterNetworkRealty.com Website - www.CarterNetworkRealty.com Phone - (217) 285-4300 Phone (217) 285-4300 Phone - (217) 285-4300 Interested in Newly Remodeled Homes?

715 W. Grant Pittsfield, IL 715 W. Grant Pittsfield, 715 W. Grant Pittsfield, 715 W. GrantPittsfield, Pittsfield, 715 W. Grant IL ILIL IL 715 Grant Pittsfield, IL IL 715 W.W.Grant 715 W. Grant Pittsfield,Pittsfield, IL

WOW! 6 room, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, newly redone home.

Flooring redone appr. 1 year ago, Newly driveway done 2 62 room, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, newly redone home. Flooring WOW! 6WOW! room, bedroom, 1 turned bath, newly redone home.

WOW! 6 room, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, newly home. years ago. Basement can be redone into living quarters for

WOW! 6 room, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, newly redone home.

155 W. Kellogg Pittsfield, IL 62363 Flooring redone appr.

1 year ago.

New driveway done 2 WOW! 6room, room, bedroom, 1 bath, bath, newly home.

WOW! 6 22bedroom, 1 newly redone home.

155 W. Kellogg ILredone 62363 155 W. Kellogg Pittsfield, ILPittsfield, 62363 155 W. Kellogg Pittsfield, IL 62363 years ago. can be turned into living quarters for2 2 Flooring redone appr. year ago, Newly driveway done Flooring redone appr.

11 year ago, Newly driveway done WOW! 6Basement room, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, newly redone home. a second floor. years ago.

Basement can bePRICE turned into quarters Flooring redone appr.can 1 year ago, REDUCED Newly driveway donefor 2for years ago.

Basement be turned into living living quarters PRICED RIght at $99,500. a second floor. ago.

Basement can be turned into living quarters for a years second floor.

Call Charlene at 217-473-8246 to view. a second floor.

245 S. Monroe St., Pittsfield IL 62363

nice 245 S. Monroeappreciate, St., Pittsfield IL home.

62363 Only $81,000.Charming Priced4tobedroom, sell. 2 bath home

Call Charlene to viewwith this kept home. fullwell basement.

Overzie lot, 2.5 car garage, and plenty This beautiful home detached has curb appeal with of storage space.

Eat in bedroom kitchen and colorful landscaping and rock.

Three This beautiful homehome has curb appeal withappeal colorfulbewith landThis beautiful home has curb This beautiful has curb appeal with formal dining roomand that could a and 1 1/2 bath with living room kitchen. colorful landscaping and rock.

Three bedroom scaping and rock.atThree bedroom and 1 family 1/2 bathwithon with family room.

Large room gas colorful landscaping and rock.

Three bedroom 1 car garage one end and 2 car garage and 1 1/2 bath with living room and kitchen. fireplace.

Spacious master bedroom the other.

Huge lot of 80 x 330 for backyard and 1 1/2 bath with living room and kitchen. living room and kitchen.

1 car garage at one end and 1 car garage with at one end and 2 closet. car garage on2 WE HAVE SOLD MOST OF OUR LISTINGS! with aand walk-in Fourth bedentertaining a newly built 2 level deck 1 car garage at one end 2 car garage on carthe garage on Huge the other. of330 80being xfor 330 fora den. backWE HAVE MANY BUYERS LOOKING FOR LAND IN THIS AREA other. lot Huge of room 80lotcurrently xlinoleum backyard used as in 2011.

Hard wood and for floor the lot ofnewly 80 xbuilt 330 backyard & WE ARE IN NEED OF LISTINGS! Charming 4 bedroom, 2 other. bath home withHuge full basement.

Oversize lot, detached entertaining with 2 for level yard entertaining with aaaandnewly built 2wood level deck in deck 2011.

Granite in bathrooms with floors thru10x13. out lower coverings. bedroom in basement 2.5 car garage,entertaining and plenty counter of storage tops space.4th Eat in kitchen formalgorgeous dining CALL TODAY & RECEIVE THE PERSONAL ATTENTION YOU DESERVE! with newly built 2 level deck in 2011.

Hard wood and linoleum for floor room that could level. be aNew family room.

Large family room with gas fireplace.

Spacious Beautiful remodeled front porch with stained plank and huge stamped roof put on in 2013.

Got to view to Hard wood and linoleum for floor coverings.

4th bed2011.

Hard wood and linoleum for floor Scott Gatewood 217-491-0181 master bedroomin coverings.

4th bedroom inasbasement 10x13. with a walk in closet. Fourth bedroom currently being used a concrete patio.

It is surrounded by professional landscaping provided for adappreciate, nice home.

David McCartney 217-491-1014 den. Granite counter tops in in bathrooms with gorgeous wood floors thru out room basement 10x13.

New putNew in 2013. coverings.

4th bedroom inlowerroof basement 10x13.

New roof put on in on 2013.

Got toonbrick view to ditional front entertaining space.

Newandroof garage in kitchen Mack Raikes 217-415-1235 level. Beautiful remodeled porch with stained plank huge stamped con-in 2014.

Only $81,000.

Priced to sell. appreciate, nice home.

New roof put on in 2013.

Got to view Got to vew to appreciate, nice home.

Steve Albrecht 217-248-1269 crete patio. It is and surrounded by professional landscaping provided for two upstairs bedroom remodeled in additional 2013. One bedroom has new built to in Charlene to this kept Cory Wilkinson 618-535-7255 entertaining space.

NewCall roof on garage in nice 2014.

Newhome. brick view in kitchen and two well appreciate, Only $81,000.

Priced to sell.home. bookshelf in 2013. $221,900.

Call PRICED Charlene 217-473-8246 Only $81,000. tO sEll.

PIKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS New Listing: 40 Acres Located close to state conservation area. Excellent building site!

Call Scott 123 Acres Derry Township 80 Acres Tillable Call Scott 360 Acres With Cabin Located In Southern Pike County Excellent Hunting!! Call Scott 62 Acres Located in Western Pike County, 2 acre stocked pond, great area! $4,400/acre Call Scott 80 Acres Excellent Tillable and Timber Call David 43 Acres Secluded Hunting Property with Creek Frontage & Food Plot Locations $3,650/acre Call Scott *broker owned 5 Acres All Timber, Located In Western Pike County, Prime Hunting Call David 43 Acres Excellent hunting and building site $3,650/acre Call David

CALHOUN COUNTY, ILLINOIS New Listing: 40 Acres Located near Hamburg, Excellent hunting property! $3,245/acre Call Kyle New Listing: 64.5 Acres Great farm located close to Kampsville, Priced Right! $2,800/acre Call Scott New Listing: 390 Acres Intensely managed turnkey hunting property! $3,800 Per Acre Call Scott 88 Acres Great Calhoun County recreational property! $3,200/acre Call Scott 550 Acres Unbelievable recreational property!

Call Scott 225 Acres Great Timber Piece $2,718/acre Call Scott 325 Acres Turnkey Duck Hunting Property $2,886/acre 472 Acres Legendary Waterfowl Hunting Property With 3 Lodges & tons of extras Call Scott

ADAMS COUNTY, ILLINOIS PRICE REDUCED: 27 Acres Great hunting property, Creek, Timber, Pond, Comes with 5 year hunting lease on adjoining 13 acres $88,830 Call Scott PRICE REDUCED: 58 Acres Great investment property! Well balanced property with 25 tillable acres! $3,690/acre Call Scott

JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS: New Listing: 41 Acres Great hunting & building location, $3,990/acre Call Kyle New Listing: 105 Acres Big timber property located in a great area! $2,990/acre Call Scott SCHUYLER COUNTY, ILLINOIS: New Listing: 45 Acres Great hunting property Call Scott

PENDINGS & SOLDS

located in Southern Calhoun County *broker interest SOLD: 45.61 Acres Located in Northern Calhoun County, Solid Timber, Great Hunting Farm $3,950/acre Call Scott SOLD: 245.5 Acres With Home, Perfect mix of timber and fields, located in great area $3,395/acre SOLD: 83 Acres With Home, 21 Acres Tillable, Balance Timber, Perfect Hunting Property! $3,750/acre Call Scott SOLD: 75 Acres Great hunting property located in Northern Calhoun County $3,750/acre Call Scott SOLD: 71 Acres Prime bottom land tillable $10,800/ acre SCHUYLER COUNTY, ILLINOIS: PENDING: 80 Acres Mostly Tillable, Excellent Investment Property! Call Scott SOLD: 125 Acres Great mixed property MONTGOMERY COUNTY, ILLINOIS: SOLD: 41 Acres Awesome hunting property

ADAMS COUNTY, ILLINOIS: PENDING: 33 Acres Great duck hunting potential *broker interest SOLD: 40 Acres Located 15 minutes from Quincy on a dead end road, Proven farm, $3,650/acre Call Scott SOLD: 171 Acres Great tillable farm with excellent income potential!

SOLD: 7.5 Acres m/l Beautiful building site located close to Siloam Springs State Park $3,400/acre Call Scott SOLD: 138 acres Nice mix of timber and tillable Call Scott

SCHUYLER COUNTY, ILLINOIS: SOLD: 71 Acres 20 Acres Tillable, balance in timber, Great hunting farm! $3,490/acre Call Scott AUDRAIN COUNTY, MISSOURI: SOLD: 27 Acres, 100% Tillable, Offering 5% Return On Investment MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI: SOLD: 50 Acres m/l Great hunting property with small cabin

CALHOUN COUNTY, ILLINOIS: PENDING: 550 Acres Unbelievable Recreational Property! Call Scott PENDING: 75 Acres Excellent recreational property

LINN COUNTY, MISSOURI: SOLD: 40 Acres Great Investment Property with excellent hunting Call Keith

Your LocaL TrusTed resource

for

BuYing

and

seLLing Land.

Pike is at County your

Fingertips

www.pikepress.com

Only $81,000. tokept sell.

Charlene to view Priced this well home.

CallCall Charlene 217-473-8246 to view this well kept home.

upstairs bedrooms remodeled in 2013. One bedroom has new built in bookshelf in 2013. $221,900. Call Charlene 217-473-8246

320 W. Washington St., Pittsfield, Illinois 62363 •www.midwestlandsales.com • Ph: 217-285-6000

Robin Callihan (217) 833-2787 Broker Associate

Karen Fox (217) 285-5481 Broker Associate

www.barton-homes.com

450 BENSON ST, PITTSFIELD $139,900

#3 TEAL LANE, PITTSFIELD $149,900

271 BLUE GRASS ST, MILTON $95,000

903 S. MECHANIC ST, WINCHESTER $75,000

815 W. JEFFERSON ST, PITTSFIELD $89,900

6 PHEASANT LANE, PITTSFIELD $249,900

Flooring redone appr.

1driveway year ago, driveway Flooring redone year Newly doneNewly 2 redone appr.

11 year ago.

New driveway done 2 yearsdone ago.2 Baseaappr. second floor.ago, years ago. Basement can turned intocan livingbequarters ago.beBasement turned for into quarters for ment canyears be turned into living quarters for living a second floor. a second floor.a second floor.

This beautiful home has curb appeal with bedroom and 1 1/2 landscaping bath with living kitchen.

1 car garage at one colorful and room rock. and Three bedroom This beautiful curb appeal with and kitchen. andhome 1 1/2has living room end andlandscaping 2 car garage onbath the with other.

Huge lot of 80 x 330 for backyard entercolorful and rock.

Three bedroom 1 car garage at one end and 2 car garage on and 1 1/2 with living and taining withbath a newly built 2room level deck inx 2011.

Hard wood and the other.

Huge lot of 80kitchen.

330 for backyard has curb appeal withlinoleum for 1 car garageThis at onebeautiful end and 2home car garage on entertaining with a newly built 2 Three level deck floorother. coverings.

4th bedroom in basement 10x13.

New roof put on in 2013. colorful landscaping and rock. bedroom the Huge lot of 80 x 330 for backyard in 2011.

Hard wood and linoleum for floor entertaining and with newly built 2 appreciate, level deck 1a 1/2 bath with living room and kitchen.

Got to vew to nice home. coverings.

4th bedroom in basement 10x13. in 2011. Hard wood and linoleum for floor 1 car garage at end and garage New roof put on one in 2013.

Got2tocarview to on coverings. 4th bedroom in basement Only $81,000.

Priced the other.

Huge lot of 10x13.

80 x 330toforsell. backyard appreciate, nice home.

New roof put on in 2013.

Got to view to entertaining with a newly 2 level deck Only $81,000.

Priced towell sell. appreciate, nice home.

Call Charlene towood view thisbuilt kept home. in 2011.

Hard and linoleum for floor Call Charlene to to view this well kept home.

Only $81,000. sell.

Website - www.CarterNetworkRealty.com coverings.Priced 4th bedroom in basement 10x13.

Call Charlene view this home. Got to view to Phone - to (217) 285-4300 New roof putwell onkept in 2013.

Shane Hunt 217-491-1299 Kyle Gehrs 217-691-4789 Keith Vaeth 573-517-2257

Rick Barton (217) 473-8303 Managing Broker

Website - www.CarterNetworkRealty.com Phone - (217) 285-4300

155W.W.Kellogg Kellogg Pittsfield, Pittsfield, IL 62363 155 IL 62363 This beautiful home has curb appeal with colorful landscaping and rock. Three 155 W. Kellogg Pittsfield, IL 62363 155 W. Kellogg Pittsfield, IL 62363

PIKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS: PENDING: 43 Acres Secluded Hunting Property with Creek Frontage & Food Plot Locations $3,650/acre Call Scott *broker owned SOLD: Home & small acreage Call Scott SOLD: 40 Acres With Home Excellent hunting property with nice home Call David SOLD: 68 Acres Almost 100% Tillable Land Located West Of Pittsfield $8,500/acre Call Scott SOLD: 15 Acres, Mostly timber, Nice creek located in Southern Pike County $3,590/acre Call Scott SOLD: 44 Acres All timber farm at the end of a dead end road! $3,290/acre Call Scott SOLD: 38 Acres Awesome hunting farm in Southern Pike County Call Scott PENDING: 84 Acres Excellent hunting property located in Southern Pike County In cooperation with Whitetail Properties

OFFICE: (217) 285-2400 103 N. Madison, Pittsfield, IL 62363

Call Charlene to view this well kept home.

404 S. Union St, Griggsville: 3 bedroom brick ranch home with private back yard. Two bathrooms, fireplace, dandy 4-seasons room, & more. Attached 2 car garage & storage shed. $76,500 S. Naples St, Perry: Ideal Building Lots. $14,500 N. Monroe St, Pittsfield: Great Building Lot $7,500 Owner wants offer!

115 Randall Dr, Pleasant Hill: Ideal family home with a country feel. 4-5 bedrooms, 2 baths, & open kitchen/dining area, & more. Deck & garage. $65,000 203 Spring St, Pleasant Hill: 4 bedroom single story home with open floor plan. Priced to sell! $42,500 407 N. Main St, Pleasant Hill: Roomy ranch home with full finished basement. Two lots & more.

916 E. Washington St, Pittsfield: Stately two story home on big lot. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, fireplace, covered porch, & more. Covered & enclosed deck with hot tub, in-ground pool, & attached 3 car garage. New Price! $85,000 201 Mason St, Pittsfield: Ideal 2 bedroom ranch home on smaller lot. Move in ready with immediate possession! Garage & storage shed. $68,000 430 W. Jefferson St, Pittsfield: Great starter home with 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Lots of updates.

Garage & deck. $66,800 244 S. Memorial St, Pittsfield: Two story family home with 2 full baths, dining area, family room, & more. Big deck, covered porch, & attached garage. $68,500 12323 State Hwy 100, Pearl: Updated 2-3 bedroom ranch home on approx. 4 acres.(tillable income) Finished walk-out basement, storage shed, & more. $95,400 302 Main St, Detroit: 3 bedroom ranch home with maint, free siding & a detached 2 car garage. Nice eat-in kitchen, dining room, & big living room. $45,000 410 S. Walnut St, Hull: Two story home on corner lot. Updated kitchen & bath, main floor laundry, central air, & more. $44,900 25465 305 TH Ave, Barry: Two story home on country setting...2.84 Acres. Very nice kitchen (comes with appliances), 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, & an awesome stone fireplace. 25 x 18 insulated outbuilding ideal for a workshop. $88,000 23328 US Hwy 54, Pittsfield: 1.5 story home located minutes from town. Inviting wrap-around porch, newer garage, & more. Big eat-in kitchen, formal dining, 1.5 baths, & enclosed porch. $98,500 230505 US Hwy 54, Pittsfield: Spacious 3 bedroom ranch home on 1.75 Acres. Geo-thermal heat, central air, & county water. Bonus room,. parttial basement, garage, & several outbuildings. $110,000 RR. 1 Box 60 A, Nebo: (rural Pleasant Hill) 3 bedroom manufactured home on 1.3 Acres. Full basement with extras. All kitchen appliances to convey. Call for details. $98,000 112 E. Kellogg St, Pittsfield: Neat & clean 2 bedroom home on big lot. Full usable basement & detached 2 car garage. $42,500 505 W. North St, Mt. Sterling: Two bedroom home with attached garage.

1234 Kentucky St, Quincy: Nice two story home with private back yard & a 2 car garage. Nice updated kitchen, 2 baths, family room with fireplace, & more. $82,500 2230 Jersey St, Quincy: 4 bedroom ranch home located in Historic Area. Priced to sell.

2 Acres: Rural Pittsfield.

634 Cherry St., Pittsfield: 3 bedroom rach with family room, 2 car gaage and more.

SOLD

SOLD

PENDING

PENDING PENDING

REAL ESTATE

ActIve SINce 1961

WA D E AGENCY

200 S. Madison Pittsfield, IL 62363 www.wade-real-estate.com

COURTNEY WADE - MANAGING BROKER Licensed in Illinois & Missouri

217-285-2774 SALES STAFF courtNey WAde 285-2774 ceLL 473-1289 terry ruSh 723-4269 ceLL 242-0075 roger hALL ceLL 248-0231 tAMI WeBeL 285-1441 ceLL 242-5193 BrIAN rueBuSh 217-370-1590

PITTSFIELD

Specializing in Selling hunting & farm land

SOLD

Adams, IL - 53 ac m/l. small tracts are hard to find, 13 acs tillable, thick timber, creek bottoms, high deer numbers and big bucks, turkey - $193,450 - Contact Kirk Gilbert Adams, IL - 80 ac m/l. 27 acs tillable, big hardwood trees, deep thick draws, food plot locations, cabin site, electric available, big bucks and turkey - $292,000 - Contact Kirk Gilbert Adams, IL - 133 ac m/l. 40acs tillable, 93 in timber, creek, ridges, deep draws, dead end road access, food plot locations, high deer numbers and turkey - $419,900 - Contact Kirk Gilbert Adams, IL - 138 ac m/l. 5 year big buck management program, food plots, stand locations, tower blinds, road system, 12 acs tillable, big bucks - Contact Kirk Gilbert Adams, IL - 336 acres, 50+ tillable, timber value, high end management, tower blinks, poin and creek, 20 minutes east of Quincy - $1,226,400 Brown County - 135 acres, 44IN tillable, 91 timber,HUNTING harvestable trees, hard surface road, SPECIALIZING SELLING & FARM LAND Electric on- 53 property, Hunting, $512,325.

Kirkthick Gilbert.

Adams, IL ac m/l.Great small tracts are hard to find, 13Contact acs tillable, timber, creek bottoms, high deer numbersCounty and big -bucks, - Contact Kirk Gilbert Brown 338 turkey acres,- $193,450 90 tillable, 248 timber, over 2,000 harvestable trees, hard Adams, IL - 80 Electric ac m/l. 27 tillable, big hardwood deep thick draws, foodKirk plot Gilbert. locations, cabin site, surface road, onacs property, Near Ripley, trees, $1,282,7100.

Contact electric available, big bucks and turkey - $292,000 - Contact Kirk Gilbert Calhoun45 acres m/l 30 acres in timber, 10 acres in thick overgrown fields, 5 acres Adams, IL - 133 ac m/l. 40acs tillable, 93 in timber, creek, ridges, deep draws, dead end road access,tillfood able, bordershigh large timbered Secluded with -deeded plot locations, deer numbers tract, and turkey - $419,900 Contacteasement.

Kirk Gilbert $135,000.

Calhoun, - 50 with 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Geo-thermal heating & coolAdams, IL -IL138 ac ac m/l.m/l.

5 year big home. buck management program, foodgar, plots, stand locations, tower blinds, roadTimber system, ridges, 12 acs tillable, bucks - Contact Gilbert ing, valleys,bigovergrown fields,Kirk Food plot areas- $419,900 Home and 5 acres Brown County- Contact 135 acres,Kirk 44 tillable, 91 timber, harvestable trees, hard surface road, Electric on property, $299,900.

Gilbert Great Hunting, Contact Kirk Gilbert Calhoun, IL -$512,325.

68 ac m/l.

68 acres m/l - 3 acres food plots with balance in timber and Brown County 338 acres, 90 tillable, 248 timber, over 2,000 harvestable trees, hard surface road, Electric brush, creek, trail system, electrice and water Contact Kirk Gilbert on property, Near Ripley, $1,282,7100. Contact Kirk -Gilbert Calhoun, IL acres - 92 m/l ac m/l.

28 acs tillable, 64 acs big overgrown timber ravines Calhoun- 45 30 acres in timber, 10 acres in thick fields, 5and acresridges, tillable,numerous borders large funnels, timbered tract, Secluded with deeded easement. $135,000.

Calhoun, IL - 50food ac m/l. home. 4big bed,bucks 2 bath,and 2 carturkey gar, Geo-thermal heating & cooling, Timber ridges, pinch points, plotwith locations, - $330,740 - Contact Kirk Gilbert valleys, overgrown fi elds, $419,900 and149 5 acres Contacttower Kirk Gilbert Calhoun, IL - 159 ac Food m/l plot withareascabin.

10 acs Home tillable, acs$289,900. timber, 3 -ponds, blinds, Calhoun, IL - 92 ac m/l. 28 acs tillable, 64 acs big timber ravines and ridges, numerous funnels, fruit access, trailbigsystem, bigturkey bucks and turkey$477,000 - Contact Kirk pinchtrees, points,private food plot locations, bucks and - $330,740 - Contact Kirk Gilbert Gilbert Calhoun, IL - 159 ac m/l with cabin. 10 acs tillable, 149 acs timber, 3 ponds, tower blinds, fruit trees, private Pike County, IL - 1bigacbucks m/land with home.

Quality- construction , city water and septic, big loft, access, trail system, turkey$477,000 Contact Kirk Gilbert Pikeceilings, County, ILlots - 2 of ac storage m/l with space home. Quality construction , city$79,500 water and -septic, big loft, 16’Gilbert ceilings, lots of 16’ - PRICE REDUCED Contact Kirk storage space - 4.2 $72,900 - Contact KirkGorgeous Gilbert two story home just 4 miles south of Pittsfield. 4 Pike Countyacres m/l with Pike County 1 ac3864 m/l with 2 bed, bath fully furnished large Quonset hut. $29,900 Bed/3.5 Bath, sqft, Geo1Heat/Cool, 3 car home, garage, built in 2005. $239,900 Pike County- 4.2 acres m/l with Gorgeous two story home just 4 miles south of Pittsfield. 4 Bed/3.5 Bath, Pike - 8 ac m/l home.city water$239,900 and natural gas, mile from Illinois river, 3864County, sqft, GeoIL Heat/Cool, 3 carwith garage, built in 2005. white oak and trees, turkey - $52,900 Kirk Pike county – 18walnut acres +/justdeer southand of Green Pond Church. 3 ½- Contact acres tillable andGilbert pasture ground. Paved Pike County,with IL water - 46.5 m/l available. with home. tillable fields, established food plot, road frontage andacelectric Raretimber, small tract with level building sites. $72,000.00 or $4,000.00 perbacre. creek, pond, 38 ac timber - PRICE REDUCED $249,500 - Contact Kirk Gilbert Pike County – 480 Bedroom Bathtillable, Lodge on +/- optional overlookingneighboring the Illinois river.

Approx.

Pike Countyacres,4 50 3014inacres timber, lease of 2400 240 sqft, acres, vaulted ceilings, with some furnishings. $149,900.00.

Great income with some Great hunting.

Pike County, IL - 46.5 ac m/l with home. timber, tillable fields, established food plot, creek, pond, b 38 ac Pike IL - 151 ac m/l with home.Kirk “Dutch timberCounty, - PRICE REDUCED $239,500 - Contact GilbertCreek” area, 126 acs timber, 25 acs tillable, pond, 80 food plots, key, bucksoptional and turkey - $825,000 - Contact Kirk Gilbert Pike Countyacres, 50 turn tillable, 30big in timber, neighboring lease of 240 acres, Great income with some County, Great hunting.

Pike IL - 165 ac m/l. Dead end road access, trail system, pond, creek bottoms, Pike County, IL - 151 ac plot m/l with home. “Dutch Creek” area, 126-Contact acs timber,Kirk 25 acs tillable, pond, food funnels, timber, food locations, big buck hunting, Gilbert plots, County, turn key, big andTownship turkey - $825,000 Kirk Gilbert Pike IL bucks - Barry - 80 ac- Contact - 21 acres tillable, great hunting farm, secluded Pike County, IL - 165 ac m/l. Dead end road access, trail system, pond, creek bottoms, funnels, timber, food access, adjoining 25hunting, acre lease - Contact Jeff Evans plot locations, big buck -Contact Kirk Gilbert Pike CountyIL88 m/l with bed,4.21 acres bathjust home, basement/gameroom.

10 acs tillable, 19 Pike County, - Country home3and 4 miles south of Pittsfield, 4 bedroom/3.5 bath/3 car crp, 59Move timber, totalbigyearly income of $4,597.00 $325,000 garage. in ready, kitchen, large rooms and closets, Asking current appraisal on file, asking $239,900.00 Contact Kirk Gilbert Pike County, IL - Fairmount Township, 242 ac m/l with 2 homes, 1 partially finished Pike County, IL -and Pike 1County, IL - Barry Township - 80acres ac - 21CRP, acresawesome tillable, great hunting call farm,for secluded custom home manufactured home, 71 hunting, more access, adjoining 25 acre lease - Contact Jeff Evans details Contact Jeff Evans Pike County 88 m/l with 3 bed, 1 bath home, basement/gameroom. 10 acs tillable, 19 crp, 59 timber, total Pike - 168 acres River frontage, WRP enrolled, thick habitat, estabyearlyCounty, income ofIL$4,597.00 AskingIllinois $325,000 lished highonend deer and duck hunting, canGourmet be splitKitchen, 3 Bed 2food Bathplots, Log Home 7.5management acres just Northarea, of Griggsville.

2184 sqft of Living Area, Hobby Room, 2 car garage, Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, 84 ft of Covered porch. $215,000.00 $399,840

SOLD G

PENDIN

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD SOLD

SOLD NG PENDI

PITTSFIELD - N. Madison St. - 2 storage blds. Masonry constructed, 12,500 sq. ft. total storage area. CALL COURTNEY FOR INFO. Priced at $135,000 NEW LISTING- PITTSFIELD- 410 Sycamore St. Remodeled and Redecorated brick ranch style. 7RM, 3 BR, fireplace, new flooring, full part finished basement, 2 car garage, new roof, new heating and cooling, new deck and much more. Priced $179,000 Call for info.

NEW LISTING - PITTSFIELD - 420 N. Jackson St. - Remodeled 2 story home, 9 rooms, 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, new kitchen, new electrical. All thermo w/d, NEW heating and cooling, NEW 16x32 IN GROUND swimming pool and more. CALL COURTNEY FOR MORE INFO. 317 W. Adams St. Pittsfield. - 2 story family home, 2800 sq. ft. 10 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, new heating and cooling, new electric, fireplace. Det. 28x66 building and more. $139,000. CALL COURTNEY. Downtown Pittsfield- 100-112 W. Washington. Built as the building of the Future. 2 story brick with 6 income units, Updated heating. cooling systems, electrical etc. CALL COURTNEY FOR DETAILS. NEW LISTING - PITTSFIELD - 130 N. Monroe St. - Commercial building on square, 1000 sq. ft. remodeled and redecorated, gas furn., C/A. Nice 1 br. apartment upstairs with gas furn. CALL COURTNEY. 367 E. Morrison St. Pittsfield - 40 year old ranch style, 1300 sq. ft. 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, full basement. Redecorated and remodeled inside and out. Lifetime metal roof, vinyl siding, new flooring, central heat and A/C, 1 car garage. Close to schools. CALL ROGER REDUCED to $94,900 PEINDING NEW LISTING - PITTSFIELD - 508 N. ORCHARD ST. 1200 sq. ft. ranch style home, situated on double lot. 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, full basement, hardwood under carpet, gas furn., C/A, thermo, w/d, alum. siding, attached garage. $89,500. Call Roger 450 W. JEFFERSON ST. PITTSFIELD - 2 story family home, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, newer vinyl siding, metal roof, thermo windows. IMMEDIATE POSSESSION. Priced in $60s. CALL TAMI 428 N. MONROE ST. PITTSFIELD - 2 story family home, 1800 sq. ft., 7 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, gas furnace, C/A, aluminum siding, shingle roof. IMMEDIATE POSESSION. Priced $62,000. CALL COURTNEY. PRICE REDUCED $59,500 NEW LISTING - PITTSFIELD - 323 W. Fayette St. - 1 story frame home, 6 rooms, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, full basement, gas furnace, C/A, vinyl siding, NEW roof, carport. PRICED $55,000. CALL BRIAN NEW LISTING - PITTSFIELD - 404 N. Monroe St. - 1 story frame home, 1500 sq. ft. 6 rm., 2/3 bedrooms, basement, gas furnace, vinyl siding, new roof, det. garage. PRICED $54,500. CALL COURTNEY NEW LISTING - PITTSFIELD - 412 S. Memorial St. - Brick constructed, 960 Sq. ft. 6 rooms, 3 br. 1 bath, full basement, new metal roof, nice lot. PRICED $52,000. IMMEDIATE POSSESSION. CALL COURTNEY 517 N. Memorial St. Pittsfield - 1 story frame home, 2 Br. 1 bath, nice kitchen with appliances, fenced back yard. 945 sq. ft. CALL TERRY RUSH. PRICED $39,900. $34,500 SOLD NEW LISTING - 721 W. Fayette St. - Pittsfield - 1 story frame home, 4 rooms, 1 BR, 1 Bath, new interior, paint and carpet, gas furnace and C/A. Immediate possession. Priced $28,500. CALL COURTNEY (Agent Interest) SOLD

GRIGGSVILLE/PERRY

EDGE OF GRIGGSVILLE - Situated on 15 acres MOL. approx. 83,000 sq. ft. of building space, numerous office etc. and building in good condition. For more info CALL COURTNEY at 285-2774. PRICE REDUCED NEW LISTING - GRIGGSVILLE - 801 E. Quincy St. - On 1 acre MOL 39 yr old brick ranch style, totally redecorated, new paint, new wood and carpeted flooring. 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/1 baths, full basement, 2 car att. garage and much more. NICE. CALL BRIAN IMMEDIATE POSSESSION Perry - 403 E. Highway St. On 3 lots, very nice 3 yr. old 7 rooms, 3 BR, 2 bath manufactured home. 1250 sq. ft. with large det. garage. MOTIVATED SELLER at $78,000. $75,000 CALL ROGER

PLEASANT HILL / ATLAS / SUMMER HILL

NEW LISTING SUMMER HILL - 45 yr. old brick ranch style home, 1800 sq. ft. 6 rooms, 2 BR, bath, with 24x24 family room, 2 car att. garage, new metal roof, thermo w/d, gas furnace, C/A. PRICED $79,000. CALL COURTNEY

DETROIT/MILTON/FLORENCE

DETROIT - Just redecorated, 1 story frame home, 1300 sq. ft., 6 RM, 3 BR. 1 bath, new carpet, nice kitchen, det. 2 car garage. IMMEDIATE POSSESSION $59,500 REDUCED $58,000 CALL COURTNEY MILTON - 219 Tucker St. - 35 yr old ranch style home, 1020 sq. ft. 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms, vinyl siding, covered patio, detached garage. PRICED $55,000. CALL TAMI NEW LISTING - FLORENCE - 421 River Road - 200 feet of frontage, home with 4 rooms, 1 bedrooom, new kitchen, fireplace, gas furnace, C/A, new metal roof, thermo w/d, large porch and more. Move-in ready. Priced at $68,000. CALL COURTNEY SOLD

NEW CANTON/ROCKPORT

Rockport - 1 1/2 story frame home, 1600 sq. ft., 9 rooms, 4 BR. 2 baths, full basement.

IMMEDIATE POSSESSION. Priced at $35,000. CALL COURTNEY. PENDING

ACREAGE/LOTS

NEW LISTING - 1 1/2 lots for sale in Sunny Brooke Sub-division, Pittsfield. CALL COURTNEY

www.wade-real-estate.com

Public Notice Buy a copy of

PIke Press

at these outlets: atlas Atlas

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

fishhook Fishhook Market

florence Ed & Woodie’s

GriGGsville Casey’s Hair Unlimited* Jiffi Stop Jules Tom’s Foods

hull Molly’s Cafe

jacksonville Circle K County Market Steak N Shake Walgreens Wal-Mart

$8.25

Hagel 1891, an upscale fine dining restaurant, is seeking a Part Time Bartender Position, in the Mt. Sterling area.

EssEntial REsponsibilitiEs: Greet guest with a smile as they arrive at the bar and take order from them Share the rates of different beverages available at the bar and also provide information about ingredients added in different cocktails and mock tails Complete knowledge about different beverages being offered at the bar Inform guests of specials, take their orders, prepare their beverages, and serve their beverage and food Collect payment from the guest Promote beverages and food Maintain a neat, clean and organized work station Complete all side work and stocking needed to maintain the bar Ensure no underage or intoxicated guests are served alcohol Assist in seeing the any guest under the influence has a safe method to get home Work as a team member in helping other staff members when needed REquiREmEnts: · The ability to follow written and verbal instructions. · Fundamental understanding of sanitation, cleanliness, and personal hygiene. · An Illinois State food handler card is preferred, Hagel 1891 will facilitate obtainment of card if not available · Reliable attendance. · Requires moderate physical effort of standing for long periods, ability to lift and move weights up to 50 pounds, stooping reaching, and bending · Must be willing to work evenings, days, weekends and holidays. · May be required to work additional hours as directed by work load and staffing. · Ability to work in a hot and noisy environment. In areas with odors, moisture, steam, and under refrigeration.

SERVER Starting Wage:

$8.25

Mangley’s*

Hagel 1891, an upscale fine dining restaurant, is seeking a Part Time Server Position, in the Mt. Sterling area.

mt. sterlinG

EssEntial REsponsibilitiEs:

nebo Capp’s Property Billy’s Cafe`

new canton Fast Stop

new hartford Ackles

pearl Jiffi Stop

perry Perry Quick Mart*

pittsfield Ayerco** Carl’s Cardinal Inn CC Laundromat* Casey’s General Store County Market Dollar General Farm & Home* IHS Pharmacy Illini Hospital* Jiffi Stop McDonald’s* Pike Press** Pike Pit Stop Pikeland Community School Pine Lakes* Pittsfield High School Pizza Hut* Red Dome* Save-A-Lot* South School Tangle’s* Wal-Mart

pleasant hill Bob’s Red Fox Jiffi Stop John Thomas* PH Fast Stop

winchester Buck & Jo’s Too* Scotty’s Service

PIke Press 115 W. Jefferson St. Pittsfield, IL 62363

217-285-2345 Your source, every week, for all the local news you need to know. * Vending Machine **Location has both vending and retail outlet

Liberty Village of Pittsfield Let Liberty Village of Pittsfield Take Your Life To A Higher Level!

We Are Experiencing Growth Due To Expansion of Our Bounce Back Program Now Accepting Applications For *RN/CNA/LPN *RN/CNA *Competitive Wages *Paid Holidays *Health Insurance *Retirement Plan *Career Opportunities *401K Plan

Answering questions relating to the menu asked by guests Working in coordination with kitchen employees and other servers to ensure the efficient operation of the restaurant Maintaining and cleaning their station and tables Collecting payments Assist fellow staff when needed Ability to have and share good knowledge of the menu items and our beverage offerings as well as answering questions about the restaurant Maintain a clean, neat work station, and appearance Completion of all side work delegated REquiREmEnts: · The ability to follow written and verbal instructions. · Fundamental understanding of sanitation, cleanliness, and personal hygiene. · An Illinois State food handler card is preferred, Hagel 1891 will facilitate obtainment of card if not available. · Reliable attendance. · Requires moderate physical effort of standing for long periods, ability to lift and move weights up to 50 pounds, stooping reaching, and bending · Must be willing to work evenings, days, weekends and holidays. · May be required to work additional hours as directed by work load and staffing. · Ability to work in a hot and noisy environment. In areas with odors, moisture, steam, and under refrigeration.

HOST Hagel 1891, an upscale fine dining restaurant, is seeking a Part Time Host Position, in the Mt. Sterling area.

STARTING PAY: $8.25/Hr. ESSENTIAl RESPoNSIbIlITIES: · Accommodating Guests- monitoring the open dining sections of the restaurant for empty and cleaned tables, estimating wait times for guests, monitoring the guest waiting list, and ensuring that the needs of the guests are met while they are waiting as well as moving tables together to accommodate large parties. · Answering the telephone- booking reservations. · Cleanliness- the neatness and cleanliness of the host station, waiting area and menus are to be monitored by the host staff. · Escorting- as guests arrive, the host staff assesses the dining room and, if an accommodating table is available, escorts the guests to the dining room and presents the menu. · representation- the host staff is a personal representation of the service and overall hospitality of the staff of the restaurant. While guests are waiting to be seated, it is the job of the host staff to ensure that the guests are made comfortable and kept informed of the status of their wait times. The host staff is the first and last impression our guest will have of our operation.

REquIREmENTS: · The ability to follow written and verbal instructions. · Fundamental understanding of sanitation, cleanliness, and personal hygiene. · A Illinois State food handler card is preferred, Hagel 1891 will facilitate obtainment of card if not available. · reliable attendance. · requires moderate physical effort of standing for long periods, ability to lift and move weights up to 50 pounds, stooping, reaching and bending. · Must be willing to work evenings, days, weekends and holidays. · May be required to work additional hours as directed by work load and staffing. · Ability to work in a hot and noisy environment in areas with odors, moisture, steam and under refrigeration.

Not-for-profit organization

Five-Star Quality Rated

Call (618) 498-1234 and ask for Business Department

Pike County Water District No.1 will have four trustee positions open for election on April 7, 2015, Petitions for the non partisan election may be circulated starting September 23, 2014. Petition filing dates: December' 15-22, 2014. Petitions may be picked up at the District's Office at 949 West Washington Street, Pittsfield, IL across from Hardees.

9.24.14

by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

NOTICE

AGRICULTURE LITERACY COORDINATOR The Agriculture Literacy Coordinator is a regular part-time employee of the Pike County Farm Bureau. The Coordinator will comply with all policies and procedures governing the Pike CFB. Coordinator will report directly to and be administratively responsible to the Farm Bureau executive director. Wage is commensurate with education and experience.

Responsibilities: • Work with the Pike and Scott County’s Agriculture Literacy Council • Prepare, assemble, and evaluate lesson plans and packets • Organize and work with volunteers to make lesson presentations • Conduct volunteer and district teacher workshops and institutes • Recruit teachers to attend Summer Ag Institutes • Oversee, promote, and carryout the Ag-in-the-Classroom Kit program to all schools of the counties including promoting and making presentations about the Kits, scheduling use of the Kits, hand-delivering the Kits to teachers, and restocking used supplies • Assist teachers and volunteers with setting up farm tours, field trips, and other classroom special activities and provide related curriculum materials •Use a variety of methods to reach targeted audiences (field trips, demonstrations, presentations, media, newsletters, exhibits, contests, social media, and other means).

• Complete all required reports (travel, budget, monthly contact, grant) • Create an awareness of the value, the vastness, and the diversity of the agricultural industry of Pike and Scott Counties • Complete other duties as assigned Qualifications: • One-year work experience • Bachelor degree (Agriculture background preferred) • Teaching experience preferred • Good oral and written communications skills • Proficiency in MS Word, Publisher, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook • Proficiency in social media and communications • Good organization habits • Driver’s License Required • Ability to perform record keeping and office/clerical tasks • Ability to lift up to 50-pounds on a daily basis and stand for long periods of time • Duties for this position include travel (mostly in Pike and Scott counties) • Some work will require occasional evenings and/or weekends

To apply, send an application letter and résumé to: Blake Roderick, Executive Director Pike and Scott County Farm Bureaus PO Box 6 Pittsfield, IL 62363-0006 or to blake@pikecfb.org SUPERVISOR’S STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AFFAIRS I, Larry Skirvin Supervisor of Pleasant Hill Township, Pike County, Illinois, being duly sworn, depose and say that the following statement is a correct report for the fiscal year beginning 4-12013 and ending 3-31-2014.

TOWNSHIP FUND BEGINNING BALANCE 4-1-2013 $102,597.04

Replacement Tax $15,566.77 Interest Income $179.85 Rental Income $15,605.99 Pike Co. Board 2008 Flood $21,266.00 Pike Co. Board Reimb-Oil Mix $2,532.70 TOIRMA Collision Damage $924.96 TOTAL REVENUES $85,125.49 EXPENDITURES Administration Maintenance TOTAL EXPENDITURES

$62,813.80 $10,381.23 $198.42 $40.00 $104.25 $1,091.00 $74,628.70

ENDING BALANCE 3-31-2014 $97,462.32 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BEGINNING BALANCE 4-1-2013 $74,156.53

$14,220.96 $32,485.30 $46,706.26

$29,049.22

GENERAL ASSISTANCE FUND BEGINNING BALANCE 4-1-2013 $18,386.25 REVENUES Property Tax Interest Income TOTAL REVENUES

$10,783.77 $39.56 $10,823.33

EXPENDITURES Administration Home Relief TOTAL EXPENDITURES

$2,912.67 $5,880.16 $8,792.83

ENDING BALANCE 3-31-2014 $20,416.75 IMRF FUND BEGINNING BALANCE 4-1-2013 $4,029.11 REVENUES Property Tax Interest Income Township IMRF Reimb

PETITIONS FOR THE APRIL 7th 2015 CONSOLIDATED ELECTION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP STARTING SEPTEMBER 23RD 2014, IN THE COUNTY CLERKS OFFICE. OFFICES TO BE ELECTED ARE VILLAGE BOARD MEMBERS AND SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS. FIRST DAY FOR FILING PETITIONS FOR THE CONSOLIDATED ELECTION WILL BE STARTING DECEMBER 15th 2014 THROUGH DECEMBER 22nd 2014. ALL PETITIONS NEED TO BE FILED BY 5:00P.M. ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 22nd 2014 AT THE COUNTY CLERKS OFFICE, FOR SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS ONLY, LOCATED AT 121 E WASHINGTON STREET. ALL VILLAGE BOARD MEMBER PETITIONS ARE TO BE FILED WITH YOUR LOCAL VILLAGE CLERK. ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS FEEL FREE TO CALL 1-217-285-6812.

THANK YOU PIKE COUNTY CLERK RECORDER DONNIE APPS 9.24.14

SUPERVISOR’S STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AFFAIRS ROSS-PLEASANT HILL MULTI TOWNSHIP FUND I, Larry Skirvin Supervisor of RossPleasant Hill Multi Township, Pike County, Illinois, being duly sworn, depose and say that the following statement is a correct report for the fiscal year beginning 4-1-2013 and ending 3-31-2014.

TOWNSHIP FUND BEGINNING BALANCE 4-1-2013 $21,251.14 REVENUES Property Tax Interest Income TOTAL REVENUES

$7,014.96 $33.46 $7,048.42

EXPENDITURES Administration Assessor Insurance Social Security TOTAL EXPENDITURES

$1,556.31 $4,076.64 $500.00 $698.92 $6,831.87

ENDING BALANCE 3-31-2014 $21,467.69

9.24.14

Township Transfer TOTAL REVENUES

$10,000.00 $12,216.89

EXPENDITURES Illinois Municipal Retirement $7,041.72 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $7,041.72 ENDING BALANCE 3-31-2014 $9,204.28

ENDING BALANCE 3-31-2014 $112,575.76

EXPENDITURES Administration $57,168.84 Cemetery $561.35 Insurance $7,767.00 Illinois Municipal Retirement $1,066.23 Social Security $3,200.00 IMRF Transfer $10,000.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $79,763.42

REVENUES Property Tax

Hardin, IL

Like us on Facebook!

HELP WANTED

REVENUES Property Tax Replacement Tax Interest Income Rental Income Miscellaneous Income TOIRMA Dividend TOTAL REVENUES

STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT

NOTICE OF NON PARTISAN ELECTION

For Immediate Consideration Stop In, Call, or Send Your Resume to: 610 Lowry Street Pittsfield, IL 62363 (217)285-5200

Abel Shell Ayerco

IGA

Call (618) 498-1234 and ask for Business Department

Starting Wage:

kinderhook

milton

Hardin, IL

Bartender

Kampsville Inn Kampsville Landing

lousiana, mo.

Commercial Building for rent

Advertise with Pike Press 217-285-2345

kampsville

Fat Boys Central State Bank

C6

Pittsfield, Illinois

Our readers today are your customers tomorrow

barry Barry Travel Plaza Jiffi Stop Rocky’s Hardware* Stroemer Foods*

Pike Press

$1,140.67 $9.99 1,066.23

SPECIAL BRIDGE FUND BEGINNING BALANCE 4-1-2013 $23,196.51 REVENUES Property Tax Interest Income TOTAL REVENUES

$5,909.58 $39.22 $5,948.80

EXPENDITURES TOTAL EXPENDITURES

$0

ENDING BALANCE 3-31-2014 $29,145.31 BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT FUND BEGINNING BALANCE 4-1-2013 $15,854.14 REVENUES Property Tax Interest Income TOTAL REVENUES

$4,141.21 $21.46 $4,162.67

EXPENDITURES Craig’s Truck Service Parts TOTAL EXPENDITURES

$4,460.00 $4,460.00

ENDING BALANCE 3-31-2014 $15,556.81

9.24.14

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

Pittsfield, Illinois

0% + BONUS CASH ON A GREAT LINEUP

Current offers expire September 30, 2014 plus tax, title, license, w/approved credit

WE’RE HAPPY TO SERVE YOU CALL 618-576-2225, or hurley-dodge.com

C7

C8

Wednesday, Septmeber 24, 2014

Pike Press

Court

Pittsfield, Illinois

Pearl mayor arrested; says he was trying to stop ‘mob action’ Coffman asks

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press The mayor of Pearl was arrested for battery following an altercation there late Saturday night, according to a Monday morning Sheriff’s Department press release.

Mayor Tim M. Fulmer, 53, was responding to an altercation involving several people and ultimately became physically involved.

“I got home and heard a big ruckus, went down to see what was going on,” Fulmer said by phone Monday afternoon.

He said he lives approximately

a quarter mile from where the incident took place and that this is not the first time he had had to respond to such incidents in the village.

“I wanted to just see who was doing what and write their plates down,” but said he felt he had to intervene once he got there.

“A bigger woman had a smaller woman down on the ground, but a guy was kicking her in the ribs from the side,” Fulmer said.

The altercation began after a woman driving an SUV confronted a resident who had exited her home and demanded the driver slow down, according to the press

release.

The incident “quickly escalated” after others present “immediately got involved in the altercation,” the press release reads.

“It was quite a pile up, like a mob action,” Fulmer said, estimating eight to 10 people were involved.

“It was quite a mess,” Fulmer said. “If I hadn’t got there, I don’t know what they would’ve done to that girl” Sheriff’s deputies were sent to investigate around 11:23 a.m. and arrested Fulmer after an investigation, according to the press release.

Several were injured in the incident, which “is believed to be alcohol related,” and received medical treatment, the press release reads.

Synthetic marijuana, or “K2” was also a contributing factor, according to Fulmer. “It’s been a contributing factor to all this crap.

This is definitely a contributing factor there,” he said.

Investigation of the incident by Pike County Sheriff’s Department continues, according to Sheriff Paul F. Petty.

“Further charges may be pending following the investigation,” Petty said by phone Tuesday.

for continuance

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Joseph M. Coffman appeared in Pike County Circuit Court Tuesday morning and asked that his arraignment be continued for one week.

Coffman,28, of Ft. McDowell, Ariz. is the man accused of stabbing his half-brother to death in the early morning hours of

July 19. He was to enter a plea and ask either for a jury trial or bench trial Tuesday morning but instead opted for the continuance.

By asking for the continuance, Coffman had to waive his right to a speedy trial, meaning the case will not be in the October jury docket.

He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail without bond.

PHPD recovers stolen vehicle Pressey arraignment postponed

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press A vehicle stolen from Pleasant Hill the evening of Sept. 9 has been recovered and a 17-year-old Quincy youth arrested in connection with the theft, according to Zack Orr, Pleasant Hill police chief The incident started Sept. 9, when Orr and the Pike County Sheriff’s Department were called to the 200 block of Sixth Street in Pleasant Hill where a female reported her 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier convertible had been stolen while parked at a business.

Officers from the Pleasant Hill Police Department and Pike County Sheriff’s Department attempted to locate the vehicle with no success.

The next day, Sept.10, the Pike County Sheriff’s Department and Pleasant Hill Police Department were contacted by a business in Pittsfield, Illinois, where a worker indicated they had seen the vehicle earlier in the day. A review of the surveillance footage from the business revealed the stolen vehicle had

previously been at the business.

Authorities were able to identify persons of interest from the surveillance footage.

The business called the sheriff’s office again later that day, about 4 p.m. and reported the vehicle was back.

Law enforcement officials returned to the business and two juveniles, age 15 and age 17, were taken into custody and transported to the Pike County Sheriff’s Department. The stolen vehicle from Pleasant Hill was recovered.

The 17-year old juvenile was wanted by the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice for a juvenile parole violation warrant.

Officers from the Pleasant Hill Police Department and Pike County Sheriff’s Department followed up with the investigation and interviewed both juveniles.

The 17-year old subject was lodged in the Adams County Youth Home. The 15-year-old was released with no charges at this time.

When Orr returned to Pleasant

Hill, he found a suspicious vehicle parked behind the old car wash near the alley between Quincy Street and State Street. Orr indicated he checked the registration and learned the vehicle had been reported stolen from Quincy the day before, the same day the vehicle was stolen from Pleasant Hill.

The vehicle was impounded and the Illinois State Police Crime Scene Services were contacted to process the recovered stolen vehicle.

Orr indicated a second interview with the 17-year-old juvenile was conducted and the youth admitted to stealing a car in Quincy and parking it in Pleasant Hill where he stole another vehicle.

Investigative reports were obtained from other law enforcement entities which indicated they also had reports of stolen vehicles and vehicle burglaries. The incident still remains under investigation.

All investigative reports have been forwarded to the Pike County State’s Attorney’s office for official review.

Real Estate transfers Bradshaw Finishers LLC, to Brian Bradshaw. Part of the NE 1/4, Sec. 5, Griggsville Township; Sec. 32, Perry Township.

Bradshaw Enterprises LLC to Marina Bradshaw. Part of the SE 1/4, Sec. 14, New Salem Township; Part of the SE 1/4, Sec. 14, New Salem Township.

Brian Bradshaw to North Pike Sow System LLC. Part of the NE 1/4, Sec. 5, Griggsville Township; Sec. 32, Perry Township.

Marina Bradshaw to North Pike Sow System LLC. Part of the SE 1/4, Sec. 14, New Salem Township; Part of the SE 1/4, Sec. 14, New Salem Township.

Kris W. Koeller to Deanna

K. Koeller. Block 1, Lots 1-3, Englewood SD, Hull; Block 1, Lot 3, Englewood SD, Hull; SW 1/4, 1/4 of the SW 1/4, Sec. 15, Kinderhook Township; Part of the SW 1/4, Sec. 15, Kinderhook Township.

Kris W. Koeller to Deanna K. Koeller, Part of the NE 1/4, Sec. 3, Kinderhook Township.

Paul F. Petty, Sheriff of Pike County II, William E. Gwartney to JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation.

SW 1/4, 1/4 of the SW 1/4, Sec. 18, Newburg Township.

Joshua R. Borden to Brian Harris.

NE 1/4, NW 1/4, of the NE 1/4, Sec. 26, Kinderhook Township.

Sterling A. Varner, Shawn Bauer,

Pam Meier, Kelley Mueller, Peggy J. Varner, deceased, to Sterling A. Varner. Lot 16, Duttons 2nd Addn, Pittsfield.

Carl Mullen, Rita Mullen, to Luke W. Smith. Part of the SW 1/4, Sec. 14, Detroit Township.

JP Morgan Chase Bank NA, Leslie D. Carsey, William Allen Carsey, to JP Morgan Chase Bank NA. Lots 7-8, Pleasant Hill.

Lanny J. Lemons, Lanny Lemons, to David R. Ottwell, Brenda J. Ottwell. Part of the NW 1/4, Sec. 30, Montezuma Township.

Doris E. Kleinlein, to Rudy Wainman, Karol Wainman. Block 11, Lots 5-6, Jones & Purketts Addn., Griggsville.

By JUSTIN A. COBB Pike Press The Monday afternoon arraignment of Manual Pressey was postponed until Thursday morning and will take place in Calhoun County.

Pressey’s attorney, Public Defender Keisha Morris, requested the change, citing charges Pressey faces in Calhoun County.

“We’re still trying to work

something out” with Calhoun County State’s Attorney Richard Ringhausen, Morris told Judge Charles H. W. Burch.

Assistant State’s Attorney Leecia Carnes, appearing for the state, had no objection to Morris’s request.

Pressey will appear tomorrow, Thursday morning, 8:30 a.m., in Calhoun County, the judge ordered.

Pressey remains in Pike County

Sheriff’s custody.

His appearance Monday in Pike County court was for felony charges of driving while revoked and theft, a misdemeanor charge for bad checks, and traffic charges for failure to give notice of an accident, failure to reduce speed, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and broken license plate light, according to court filings accessed Monday afternoon via judici.com.

Police Beat The police records released by the Pike County Sheriff ’s office include the following arrests and bookings. The records state that these are accusations and each individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Bookings Alisha D. Carpenter, 32, Pearl, was arrested Sept. 16 on a misdemeanor Greene County warrant.

She posted $175 and was released pending court appearance.

Brandon E. Baird, 34, Pearl, was arrested Sept. 16 on a petition for revocation of probation on misdemeanor charges. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail in lieu of $500 bond.

Allen R. Howard, 22, Griggsville, was arrested Sept. 18 on a felony Pike County warrant. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail in

lieu of $500 bond.

Timothy M. Fulmer, 53, Pearl, was arrested Sept. 19 on a misdemeanor charge of battery. He posted $150 bond and was released pending court appearance.

Rogan E. Kirkover, 34, Yorkville, was arrested Sept. 19 on a charge of driving under the influence, and delivery of cannabis, less than 30 grams. He posted $100 bond and was released pending court appearance.

William D. Lain, 33, Barry, was arrested Sept. 21 on a felony violation order of protection and a IDOC warrant for a parole violation. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail with no bond set.

August M. Filbert, 25, Pittsfield, was arrested Sept. 21 on a charge of driving under the influence and speeding. He posted $100 and was released pending court appearnce.

There’s an easier way to get the word out on your business.

Call us at

217.285.2345 Pike County is at to advertise your

www.pikepress.com

Fingertips

Find us on Facebook

Subscribe to our RSS feed

with our newspaper

Sports Pike Press

Wednesday, September 24, 2014 Pittsfield, Illinois

C9

Hunting season coming close

By BETH ZUWMALT Pike Press With hunting season just around the corner, deer bow season starts next Wednesday, and several species of small game have been in for a few weeks now, Pike County State’s Attorney Matt Goetten offers a few reminders.

Please check the following before heading to the woods

Hunting license is up to date Proper habitat/waterfowl stamps Proper permits/tags for species and make sure they are signed Valid FOID card if gun hunting “Keep all of this information on your person,” Goetten said. “If you have any questions go to www.dnr. illinois.gov.

Be certain to follow the reporting requirements after harvesting.

WOMEN’S Submitted photo

Knights

donate

to food pantry On Saturda,y Sept. 20, the Knights of Columbus organization of Saint Mary’s Catholic Church donated $375 dollars to the Barry Food Pantry. Presenting the check to the food pantry director Lillian Bowen is Knights’s member Mark Welch, left, presented the check to food pantry director Lillian Bowen.

Dodd releases ‘Furnace Murder’ David K. Dodd, formerly of Pittsfield and a 1968 graduate of Pittsfield High School, has released his fourth book, “Furnace Murder: True Story of the Horrific Murder of Mrs. Cody.”

The murder of 85-year-old Sadie Cody catapulted Sturgeon Bay, WI, into the national spotlight in 1948. The small town was unaccustomed to violent crime and unprepared for the media circus that followed. Justice was swift—the killer was captured, convicted, and sentenced to life in prison, all within 20 days. Still, mysteries surrounding the murder persist even today.

“Furnace Murder” unfolds through the eyes of 14-year-old Harvey Rowe, son of the local sheriff, who lived in the family’s quarters in the county jail. Rowe began writing his manuscript in the early 1990s and finished it ten years later. Unfortunately, he died in 2004 before his work could be published. Dodd revised and modified the manuscript, adding several chapters to show the true nature of Mrs. Cody’s killer and his possible involvement in the death of his first wife.

Readers will be treated to an insider’s view of small-town life, and crime, as only an impressionable adolescent sees it. “Furnace Murder” also probes the tragic life of the victim—from her early days as a resident of the town’s most renowned mansion to her brutal end. It is a tale of wealth and prominence, and the curse of death.

Dodd, a former psychologist, explains his motivation for coauthoring “Furnace Murder.”

Tuesday Afternoon Ladies Bowling Scores Gray House B & B 10-2 Fashion Flowers 9-3 Late Comers 8-3 Rolling Pins 8-4 Road Runners 6-6 Pin Pals 5-7 Five Aces 4-8 Gutter Gals 4-8 Misfits 3-9 Frame Flames 2-10 Team Scratch Game – Fashion Flowers, 765 Scratch Game – Karen Fudge, 195 Team Scratch Series – Fashion Flowers, 2197 Scratch Series – Doris Webel, 493 Team Handicap Game – Rolling Pins, 1016 Team Handicap Series – Rolling pins, 2936 Team Scratch Game – Fashion Flowers, 765 Scratch Game – Karen Fudge, 195 Team Scratch Series – Fashion

Flowers, 2197 Scratch Series – Doris Webel, 493 Wednesday Night Women Bowling Stones, 28-6 Belles of the Ba 26-6 Jokers Wild 24-8 Hatcher’s Guest 18-14 Happy Hookers 18-14 Dominoes 18-14 Sum it up 16-16 Five of a Kind 16-16 Ambrosia Dynasty 14-18 Country Fixin’s 8-24 Alley Oop’s 6-26 BYE 2-30 Team Scratch Game – Happy Hookers, 780 Scratch Game – Martha Harris, 186 Team Scratch Series - Hatcher’s Guest, 2114 Scratch Series – Beth Wade, 500 Team Handicap Game – Happy Hookers, 1074 Team Handicap Series – Happy Hookers, 2975

Bob Schacht/Pike Press

Lady Saukees

hold banquet

Those attendance at the annual Pittsfield Lady Saukee softball banquet were: front, from left, Randa Watts and Kayla Schlacht. Second row are Lindsey Bonnet, Mackenzie Carsey, Maddy Gwartney and Amber Miller.

In the third row are Katie Bland, Blakelyn Zenner, Bailey Waggoner, Megan Reinhardt, Kaityln Place, Trisha Thompson and Michaela Lyon.

Other team members not shown are Allison Butler, Kennedy Merryman, Molly Rush, Carlee Collins, Brenlee Damon, Taylor Abney, Katie Zumwalt and Bekah Kean.

Employment Opportunity

Are you looking to join an experienced and growing team who has been committed to providing excellent service to its customers and community for 125 years? Are you ready to work in an environment that focuses on helping you succeed personally and professionally? If yes, contact us at hr@farmersstate.com to request an application.

Visit us online at www.farmersstate.com to view all of our current job openings.

108 E. Adams, Pittsfield, IL • 217-285-5585 • farmersstate.com • An Equal Opportuinty Employer

LINE COOK

DAVID K. DODD “Imagine a sensational murder occurring in a small town, not much larger than Pittsfield, drawing reporters and photographers from Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City, and beyond. That is what happened in Sturgeon Bay, nearly 70 years ago. As I read Harvey’s original manuscript and explored further the events of the day, I became hooked on the story and wanted to discover more about the underlying motivations of everyone involved in the case. The victim, her murderer, the police officers, and even young Harvey are all intriguing characters.”

“Furnace Murder”, as well as Dodd’s three previous books, is available at Casteel’s Color Wheel in Pittsfield and also in print and eBook formats at online retailers, including Smashwords.

For more information, visit: www.

DavidKDodd.com.

“Hagel 1891” an upscale, fine dining, restaurant that is owned by Dot Foods, the nation’s leading food redistributor, is seeking a Line Cook it’s new location in Mt. Sterling, Illinois.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Station Set Up- Prepare his or her station before the start of each service and insure that all the supplies that will be needed for the shift are available and ready for use. This can include preparing some items in advance, or performing simple tasks such as stocking the station with plates and bowls.

• Prepping Food- Prep food for service each day. This can mean chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces. Depending on the needs of the kitchen, the line cook may also be asked to prepare items for other stations or for special events.

• Cooking- Prepare the items requested from his or her station. This requires working with other cooks in the kitchen to make sure that food is ready at the right time, in the right order so that it arrives at the customers table ready to eat and at the right temperature. A line cook will be directed by a Sous Chef or Executive Chef as he prepares food.

• Clean Up- Clean his or her station, and may be asked to help other cooks clean up their stations. This means disposing of garbage, cleaning utensils, pots, and pans, and cleaning cooking surfaces. The line cook will also be responsible for taking care of leftover food, whether that means disposing of it, returning unused items to the correct inventory location, or storing cooked goods for use at another service.

• Stocking- Unload delivery trucks and store inventory correctly. This can mean stocking pantries or walk in refrigerators, or simply inventorying items and reporting to the Executive Chef.

REQUIREMENTS • High school diploma or general equivalency degree required • The ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Fundamental understanding of sanitation, cleanliness, and personal hygiene.

• A Illinois State food handler card is required. We will provide training to obtain the card.

• Reliable attendance.

• Requires moderate physical effort of standing for long periods, ability to lift and move weights up to 50 pounds, stooping reaching, and bending • Must be willing to work evenings, days, weekends and holidays.

• May be required to work additional hours as directed by work load and staffing.

• Ability to work in a hot and noisy environment. In areas with odors, moisture, steam, and under refrigeration.

PREP COOK “Hagel 1891” an upscale, fine dining, restaurant that is owned by Dot Foods, the nation’s leading food redistributor, is seeking a Line Cook it’s new location in Mt. Sterling, Illinois.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Station Set Up- Prepare his or her station before the start of each service and insure that all the supplies that will be needed for the shift are available and ready for use. This can include preparing some items in advance, or performing simple tasks such as stocking the station with plates and bowls.

• Prepping Food- Prep food for service each day. This can mean chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces. Depending on the needs of the kitchen, the line cook may also be asked to prepare items for other stations or for special events.

• Cooking- Prepare the items requested from his or her station. This requires working with other cooks in the kitchen to make sure that food is ready at the right time, in the right order so that it arrives at the customers table ready to eat and at the right temperature. A line cook will be directed by a Sous Chef or Executive Chef as he prepares food.

• Clean Up- Clean his or her station, and may be asked to help other cooks clean up their stations. This means disposing of garbage, cleaning utensils, pots, and pans, and cleaning cooking surfaces. The line cook will also be responsible for taking care of leftover food, whether that means disposing of it, returning unused items to the correct inventory location, or storing cooked goods for use at another service.

• Stocking- Unload delivery trucks and store inventory correctly. This can mean stocking pantries or walk in refrigerators, or simply inventorying items and reporting to the Executive Chef.

REQUIREMENTS • High school diploma or general equivalency degree required • The ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Fundamental understanding of sanitation, cleanliness, and personal hygiene.

• A Illinois State food handler card is required. We will provide training to obtain the card.

• Reliable attendance.

• Requires moderate physical effort of standing for long periods, ability to lift and move weights up to 50 pounds, stooping reaching, and bending • Must be willing to work evenings, days, weekends and holidays.

• May be required to work additional hours as directed by work load and staffing.

• Ability to work in a hot and noisy environment. In areas with odors, moisture, steam, and under refrigeration.

Sports Pike Press

C10

Saukees receive praise for sportsmanship against Athens Team plays annual homecoming game this Friday against PORTA

Wednesday, Setpember 24, 2014 Pittsfield, Illinois

Saukee Nation group designed to help with extracurricular activities

By DAN BRANNAN Pike Press A new group called Saukee Nation is attempting to raise funds for not only sports, but all extracurricular activities at Pittsfield High School and the junior high levels.

Charlie Hull, a local man, is one of the leaders of the group that now has a working board of 10 people.

“We don’t want to leave any of the groups out, including drama club, quiz bowl, etc.,” Hull said.

Saukee Nation memberships are $25 per person and $50 for a household family. Hull and the others hope to increase the membership numbers.

The group plans to hold a 5K road race Oct. 11 to help raise some funds and awareness about the organization.

“We are looking for various ways to raise funds to get started and established,” Hull said.

The Saukee Nation group has met with some different coaches and sponsors of the various activities and will continue that process.

“We just need to find out what

their needs are that aren’t being met,” Hull said. “One thing we

recently did was cook hamburgers, hotdogs and then served them with chips as a kickoff for fall sports.”

The Saukee Nation organizers are looking at other schools to see what ideas they can borrow for fund-raising and assisting the school programs.

Hull said Carrollton and Camp Point have done tremendous jobs allowing people to feel ownership in their fund-raising for extracurricular activities.

The Saukees’ football coach

Curt Simonson described Pittsfield as a wonderful place to live. He also said the school system and parents work together well to make it the best they can for the children.

“This Saukee Nation group is doing everything it can to provide the best opportunities possible,” Simonson said. “As a coach, we are all appreciative of the efforts being made on behalf of the kids.”

Hull is now a public relations person for Illinois Community Hospital and he broadcasts Pittsfield’s football games on his father’s WBBA-FM radio station.

He started doing that at age 12 and continued all the way through high school and college.

“We want to help the students and make sure programs and opportunities are always available for them,” Hull said. “I have two sons in second grade and kindergarten who are going to be in the school district for a long time. I want their extracurricular activities to be as positive as the ones I had were for me. With the way school funding has been cut at the state level, we want to do anything we can to put forth our best effort.”

Smoking B’s to serve as guest chefs Doug Pool/Pike Press

Cody Guthrie takes the ball for the Saukees during the Friday game against Athens. Athens was a tough team to play, winning the contest 42-0.

By DAN BRANNAN Pike Press Good sportsmanship is never overrated, especially in defeat.

After Friday night’s Saukees’ 42-0 loss to Athens, Pittsfield athletic director Don Bigley and head football coach Curt Simonson received an interesting letter from Athens chain gang member Scott Shadley.

“I felt compelled to post this on the IHSS website,” Shadley said in the letter about the conduct of the Pittsfield team in the Athens game.

“Folks, I feel it necessary to exemplify the Pittsfield squad and coaching staff. They handled themselves with the utmost respect and class on the sidelines. In this day and age of negativity, these young men and coaches were upbeat and supportive of each other. Kudos to the Saukees for setting a great example of how to conduct oneself, regardless of what’s happening on the field.”

He added: “While I understand the ‘Locker Room Talk’ on the sidelines, it was very refreshing to witness a sideline that didn’t talk back to the coaches or referees. They used the words ‘yes sir and no sir, excuse me,’ etc. The staff and the kids conducted themselves as gentlemen. They represented Pittsfield to the utmost.”

Simonson couldn’t have been prouder of how his Saukees handled themselves during the loss and receiving the letter about his team’s

The food will be available starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Pittsfield High School football field concession area, until it runs out during the game. All proceeds from sales go toward the football team.

The Saukee football moms work concessions each home game and

Laura Grimsley is one of those parents with a son, Tyler Grimsley, on the team. Tyler is a junior guard.

“This really helps support the boys,” Laura Grimsley said about the guest chefs and concessions. “The community supports the kids a lot overall.”

VOLLEYBALL

Lady Saukees lose to Camp Point Central; top Pleasant Hill Doug Pool/Pike Press

Austin Priest attempts to make a catch as teammate Jesse Drone, left, looks on in the Friday game against Athens. Pittsfield plays at home this week against PORTA for the homecoming game.

demeanor during the contest.

“The positive comments that were made is step one in what we are trying to accomplish,” he said.

“Everything is a step at a time.

We are trying to develop a system and that won’t happen overnight. It takes a lot of time and a lot of work.

There will be bumps in the road and it takes a lot of persistence to get to where we want to be.”

Athens scored 14 points in the first quarter, 21 in the second and 7 in the final quarter for 42 points.

Quinn Leahy was six of 14 passing for 54 yards and two interceptions; Laken Labby carried 10 times for 27 yards; Brenton Noble rushed nine times for 12 yards. Austin Priest caught four passes for 56

yards.

Friday night, Pittsfield will host PORTA for homecoming and Simonson said there is no better feeling than coming back home and playing in front of the hometown fans. He also expects his team to have a good game against PORTA. “Part of it is making sure we do all the things we are supposed to do,” Simonson said. “We have had some injuries that we have played with that has been nagging us. It is all about field position. I think we had a good second half against Athens and we did some things well. It is up to us to do something offensively or defensively that we didn’t do against Athens. These are things we have to correct.”

Teams needed for Pike Endowment Fund Golf Tournament set for Friday

STAFF REPORT Pike Press Teams and sponsors are still needed for the first annual Pike County Endowment Fund Golf Tournament to be held this Friday, Sept. 26, at Old Orchard Country Club in Pittsfield.

Teams will compete in a best-ball scramble tournament with a 9 a.m. shotgun start.

Golfers can compete for longest and shortest drive, longest and short-

STAFF REPORT Pike Press This Friday will be the Pittsfield Saukees home football game and Robin and Bob Oitker of the Smoking B’s will be the guest chefs, serving barbecued pork chops and hot dogs.

est putt, and other games and fundraisers benefiting the Pike County Endowment Fund.

Registration fees are $250 for a foursome and that includes green fees, cart, and lunch on the course.

Tournament FUN’d Raiser hole sponsorships are $50. Sponsorship contributions generally qualify for the maximum allowable deductions for income and estate tax purposes.

To register a team or to make a FUN’d Raiser pledge, please call (217) 285-2971 or e-mail info@

STAFF REPORT Pike Press Pittsfield lost to Camp Point Central 23-25 and 12-25 in a match last Thursday.

Kennedy Merryman had 10

digs and six service points; Anna Geiselman had eight service points and four assists; Maddy Dean had five service points; and Bailey Waggoner led the team with three kills. Molly Rush added two kills; Geiselman had two aces.

Camp Point Central won the junior varsity match 17-25 and 23-25.

The Lady Saukees defeated rival Pleasant Hill in girls volleyball 20-25, 25-18 and 25-17 on Monday night at Pittsfield.

West Central tops Western High girls in Monday volleyball matchup STAFF REPORT Pike Press Western High School’s girls volleyball team bowed to West Central 23-25, 17-25, in action Monday

night at West Central.

Alexis Christison had eight kills and two aces for Western. Tori Bradshaw had six kills. MaKayla Robbins had seven digs; Hailey Dunker had five digs; and Maggie

Borrowman had 16 service points.

Western played Pittsfield at home Tuesday night. Results were not available at press time.

Western’s girls travel to MerdosiaChambersburg on Thursday.

GOLF

Western’s golfers finish third in quadrangular

By BRENT FEENEY Pike Press Western’s golfers finished third pikeil.org. Make all checks payable in a quadrangular meet Monday to Pike County Endowment Fund.

The Pike County Endowment with Camp Point, Illini West and Fund serves as a permanent endow- Augusta Southeastern. The Wildcats ment benefiting Pike County resi- fired a 225 over nine holes. Illini dents for generations to come. West won with a 197, with Camp Grants from the fund will support Point taking second with a 202 and charitable organizations, projects, Southeastern bringing up the rear and programs in Pike County. It is organized as a county endowment fund within the Community Foundation of West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri a 501(c)3 corporation.

with a 233.

Weston Billings led Western with a 53, with Nicholas Howell and Evan Earhardt each shooting 57, Matt Shover 58 and Noah Lynch 63. Jordan Cook and Spencer Collins of Camp Point shared medalist honors with 41 each.

The Wildcats host West Central and the Quincy junior varsity in a triangular meet Thursday.

www.tworiversoutdoors.com is your source for local outdoors news.

Our readers today are your customers tomorrow

Advertise with Pike Press 217-285-2345 C

K

M

Y

Looking to sell your

1952 Chevy

Bel Air? Classification 100

The People’s Marketplace.

SPECIAL

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

D1

Pittsfield, Illinois

Stay healthy when the sick season of sneezes and sniffles arrives

Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

Each weekday anywhere from 15-30 senior citizens gather in the basement of the First Christian Church of Pittsfield for lunch. Senior citizens eat free and others pay $6. It is not uncommon for diners to show up early and play a game of dominos, cards or work on a puzzle. One table at a recent dinner had left to right, Janie Johnson, Reta Smith, Donna and Ronnie Potter and Sharon Fox across the table.

Seniors have wonderful opportunity

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Ham with cheesy spiral noodles, zucchini, green beans, bread and butter and juice, water or coffee and pineapple upside down cake. That was the menu recently at the senior citizen meal. The meals are served in the downstairs of the First Christian Church at the corner of Memorial and Jefferson each weekday about 11:30. The church has an entryway from the west parking lot that is ground level, meaning no one has to navigate steps to attend one of the meals.

“It’s free for those senior citizens,” Connie Lerch, director of the center, said. “For anyone not of age, it is six dollars.”

Lerch said the meals average between 12 and 15 people but

on days where meatloaf or fried chicken is the main course, the number swells to 30 or more.

“It’s a good balanced meal for them,” she said. “Some people are on special diets and we try to make sure they get a good, nutritious meal.”

Reta Smith said she eats at the senior center not so much for the food, but for the companionship.

She lost her husband, Jim, a few years ago and doesn’t like to eat alone.

“It’s just a place to come and visit with others,” Smith said. “ Wednesdays we play bingo and there is dominos and a puzzle every day.

The center opens at 8:30 a.m. every morning. Reservations for dinner are due by 8:50 and are required.

“We run on tight budget,“

Lerch said. “They don’t send any extra food. Only for what we have reservations.”

The fourth Friday of the month is always potluck, according to Lerch. Oct 8 will be a flu clinic and Oct 15 will be a speaker talking about fall “It’s about not falling in the fall,” Lerch said. “We will also have amplified phones here for people to look at and try out and if they have had an amplified phone for more than four years, they may be eligible for a new one.”

The center also plans a special event for Veterans Day and As soon as the new building between Jefferson and Perry Streets is completed, the meal will move to that location.

Tips for the 2015 Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (StatePoint) If you’re 65 or older, you probably know that the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period runs October 15 through December 7. Generally, this is the only time you can make changes to your coverage.

According to Herb Fritch, president of Cigna-HealthSpring, a leading health service company and Medicare insurance provider, here are some things to consider: n Determine priorities. Make a list of priorities -- such as lowering out-of-pocket costs -- and use it to compare plans. n Understand the different parts. Part A refers to hospital insurance. The amount of the deductible depends on the length of the hospital stay.

Part B refers to basic medical insurance for doctor visits and other health care services.

Medicare pays 80 percent of approved charges while you pay 20 percent in addition to a monthly Part B premium and annual deductible which will vary based on your income. Supplemental plans like Medigap and Medicare Advantage can help cover the 20 percent gap and most offer extra benefits.

Part C refers to plans operated by private companies that combine Part A and B benefits.

Most include Part D prescription drug coverage, offer no or low monthly premiums, and extras like vision, dental and gym membership benefits.

Part D refers to Prescription Drug Plans offering at least a standard level of coverage set

by Medicare; some are available as stand-alone plans. n Do your research. Benefits differ from company-to-company and even state-to-state, so do your research. Look beyond premium cost to ensure there aren’t hidden copays or fees that will

File photo

The elderly are more at risk for serious side effects from the cold and flu.

The cold weather brings with it a season of smiles, the first snowfalls and, unfortunately, cold and flu outbreaks. While everyone else is suffering, there are ways you can make it through the season unscathed.

It is estimated that a billion people across North America will succumb to the cold virus this year, says Medline. Considering there is no cure for cold and flu viruses, prevention remains a person's best option at fending off cold and flu. There are different precautions to take that can help protect you against getting sick or at least reduce the frequency and severity with which cold and flu strikes.

Although there is no magic pill to take that will prevent you from catching a cold or the flu, there are ways to improve your odds. n Wash your hands the right way. Washing your hands frequently remains the single-best way to keep viruses and bacteria that can make you sick from infiltrating the body. Washing your hands for at least 20 seconds can effectively remove any dirt, grime and invisible invaders. n Skip antibacterial products.

Because colds and the flu are the

result of viruses, which are different in behavior and structure from bacteria, they will not be killed off with the use of antibacterial products. What you may succeed in doing is killing off any beneficial bacteria on your hands as well as creating resistant bacteria that form with over-use of antibiotics and antibacterial products. n Get the flu shot. There is no vaccination to prevent the common cold, but there are immunizations that can help reduce your risk of getting the flu or help minimize its severity. Doctors' offices, clinics and even pharmacies all offer annual flu shots. n Use sanitizer on items around the house. Surfaces that are frequently touched by all members of the household should be wiped down with a disinfectant product.

A bleach-and-water solution is an effective sanitizer. Surfaces to sanitize include phones, doorknobs, light switches, remote controls, computer keyboards, faucets, toys, and countertops. n Avoid sick people. KidsHealth.org states that flu viruses and colds can travel up to 12 feet (from a sneeze or cough). Steer clear of anyone exhibiting symp-

toms, especially someone who is frequently sneezing or coughing.

Parents should keep children home from school if they are sick. Do so until symptoms subside so as not to infect others. n Use a sanitizer product. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advise that when handwashing is not readily available, a good way to kill germs is to use an alcohol-based sanitizer lotion.

While not as effective as washing hands in warm, soapy water, sanitizing products can be used in a pinch while you're on the go. n Cough into your sleeve. Rather than coughing or sneezing into your hands, do so into the crook of your elbow since this area rarely touches anything else. n Skip the buffet lunch. Buffet-style offerings are convenient and offer variety, but they are also a breeding ground for illnesses. These foods may have been sneezed or coughed on. Also, the serving spoons have been touched by dozens of people.

There are many different ways to avoid getting a cold or the flu this season. Diligence is one of the keys to staying germ-free.

your circle of care...

SPRINGFIELD C LINIC in Pittsfield Our doctors are traveling to

YOUR neighborhood!

File photo

end up costing you more. Pay close attention to medication quantity limits and make sure your plan offers adequate drug coverage. n Pay your Medicare Part B premium. Even if you’re enrolled in a private Medicare plan, you must continue paying your Part B premium. If you’re having trouble, contact your local Medicaid office to see if you qualify for a Medicare Savings Program. n Don’t settle. Priorities change, so the plan that worked when you were 65 may not be best when you’re 75. Plans also change year-to-year so review before renewing. n Know your network. Many plans offer choices with a network of doctors. If you visit a doctor out of network, you could be responsible for out-ofpocket costs. However, networks offered by Medicare Advantage choices, such as Cigna-HealthSpring, can foster better coor-

dination among doctors, leading to better care. Ask your doctors what plans they accept or check your network directory. n Don’t worry about the Exchanges. With a few exceptions, Medicare will be a better option than the Exchanges (also called “Marketplaces”). In fact, it’s illegal for someone to sell you an Exchange plan if they know you have Medicare. n Use free resources. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ Plan Finder helps you compare costs, covered medications and other items.

Many insurance plans offer free seminars with no obligation to sign up. You can also check companies’ websites or call their Customer Service number for more information. Local agencies on aging can also be helpful.

This open enrollment period, make sure your health plan works for you.

Specialties in Pittsfield:

• Orthopedics • Rheumatology

Visit us in Pittsfield at • ICH Consulting Physicians Clinic

217.528.7541 • 800.444.7541 www.SpringfieldClinic.com/Outreach

E-mail your news tips to ppnews@campbellpublications.net

D2

Wednesday,September 24, 2014

Pike Press

Special

Pittsfield, Illinois

Harvest Fest draws crowd with food

By Bob Crossen Pike Press The sense of community and the food were the major attractions to St. Francis/Holy Ghost’s 16th annual Harvest Fest in Jerseyville last weekend.

Virginia Ritter said she has been attending the festival every year since it was first initiated. She said the community of people attending the festival each year makes for an enjoyable atmosphere.

“I just enjoy seeing all the people get together,” Ritter said. “I’m always amazed at how these young people from both parishes work together. I think it is wonderful. They just work

so great together and do such a great job.”

Ritter said she lives within walking distance of Harvest Fest, which makes it easy to attend, but the biggest draw is the food.

Kevin Dossett said the family atmosphere makes the festival enjoyable for him and his children, but in a similar sentiment to Ritter, said the food really draws most of the crowd to the church in Jerseyville every September.

“I think I’ve been up here the past eight years,” Dossett said as he helped his youngsters pay a ticket for a carnival game.

The games and prizes are a draw for parents to the event that has a

Skeeball machine, racing electric pigs, face painting and other activities. A petting area for farm animals was also popular for children who could also play in a sandbox filled with corn.

And even though it was homecoming weekend, high schoolers littered the lot, playing games and hanging out with their friends.

Brandon Root, 17, said he loves how the event brings the community together, but as with everybody else at the festival, the resounding enjoyment of the event hinged on the food.

“Definitely love the food. It’s amazing,” Root said. “They’ve got good music, definitely. Nice prizes to win. I just love the sense of community up here.”

Mary and John Baker said they used to attend the festival because their grand children attended the church. It was a good way for the two to interact with the younger members of the family while also enjoying an autumn afternoon.

“We like to play bingo,” Baker said filling in a slot on her bingo card.

“There’s so many things to do. There’s a raffle. We love the basket.”

St. Francis/Holy Ghost holds Harvest Fest each year in Jerseyville on a lot behind the Catholic church to benefit the private schools. The money raised from the festival is used to offset tuition costs for students attending the schools.

SEE THIS?

City of Grafton, IL

YOUR CUSTOMERS WILL TOO!

Advertise in the

City Wide Yard Sale

Columbus Day Weekend

PIKE PRESS

Call Jack or Julie at: (618) 498-1234

Fri., Sat., Sun., Mon. Oct. 10th - Oct. 13th

~ New To You ~ 315 E. Main St., Grafton

618-786-2907 - O P E N T H U R S DAY T H R U M O N DAY -

COLLECTIBLES & ANTIQUES

OLD & NEW ADDED WEEKLY! Jersey County Historical Society

APPLE FEST Saturday, Oct. 4

9am-5pm • 601 N. State St., Jerseyville, IL

“BIG FOOT” - MOnSTer TruCk Musical entertainment begins at 9:30 with 8th Grade Choir followed by Lily Ingram and Cora Schroeder.

Bob Crossen/Campbell Publications

Tate Bottom, Chase Meisner and Davis Hamn pet a calf in the petting zoo at Harvest Fest in Jerseyville Saturday on the grounds of St. Francis Xavier Church.

Performances by various JCHS Music Department members including Maggie Collins, Conner Brown, Kendrick Lumma, Olivia Beauchamp, Riley Krueger, Lydia Witt, Gabriel Balz, Connor Ashlock, Jaidlynn Rogers, Jane Cowan, Madelynn Clevenger.

Bob Crossen/Campbell Publications

Brayden Muntz surrounds himself with toy trucks to load up buckets of corn in the corn box at Harvest Fest in Jerseyville Saturday.

At 11:45 - Gibson Sisters At 1:00 - Jim Mager’s Blue Grass Band

Bring you chairs andr lawn fun, food enjoy a fellowshipnd !

Bob Crossen/Campbell Publications Bob Crossen/Campbell Publications

Evelyn Lowder, left, and Roberta Hill, right, play their luck at the Bingo tent during Harvest Fest in Jerseyville Saturday.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 200 W. Pearl Street, Jerseyville, IL • (618) 639-3602

Start A Good Routine!

Begin your Fall with Back to Church Sunday!

Worship 9:30 a.m.

Carnival 4:00 p.m.

Sunday School 10:45 a.m.

Cookout 5:00 p.m.

6:30 p.m. “The Sweet Potatoes” in Concert Visit us on the web: www.jerseyvillechurch.com

Featuring Laura Hall, Kelly Macleod & Rick Hall Family Friendly Event

Haunted Cruises

October 3, 4, 24, 25, 31 $35/Person

Wench rhonda Plummer and Wench dawn naney will take you on a journey through Grafton’s darker history with spine tingling tales of supernatural occurrences, moonlight mysteries, and infamous figures along the Haunted Mississippi river!

Fall Color Cruises:

Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday at 3:00 pm $18 Adults

$16 Seniors $9 Children

SpACES ArE LimitEd!!

Call today to make Your reservations:

618-786-7678

graftonharbor.net | 215 West Water Street | P.O. Box 429 | Grafton, Illinois 62037

Katie Mueller, right, launches a ball up the ski ball ramp at Harvest Fest for a chance to win a prize Saturday while Bella Pace, left, examines a prize she won earlier.

Food Booths, Craft Booths, Quilt raffle, Demonstrations and more.

Games for kids 10 - 1 *2.00 per child Bounce House, Face painting, Treat walk and Dr. nick Balloon, Inflationaligist 11-12:30

www.tworiversoutdoors.com is your source for local outdoors news.

GREAT DEALS ON COMPOUND BOWS AND CHAINSAWS BOW RELEASES • BOW CASES • ARROWS • MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS • GUITARS • CLARINETS • TOOLS • HAND TOOLS • POWER TOOLS • FURNITURE - TV • VIDEO GAMES • VIDEO GAME SYSTEMS • COINS • BEER ITEMS • JEWELRY • KNIVES • NASCAR • ELVIS COLLECTIBLES • LAPTOPS • NEW GUITAR STRINGS • INDIAN ARTIFACTS • ARROWHEADS 360 & PS3 GAMES $6 EACH - 4 FOR $20 XBOX • PS2 • GAMECUBE • GBA GAMES $4 EACH 3 FOR $10 DVDS $3 EACH 10 FOR $25 - 20 FOR $40 BLUE RAY DVDS $6 EACH - 4 FOR $20 VHS MOVIES $1 EACH - 12 FOR $10

BUY - SELL - TRADE - LOAN MONEY WE BUY ALL GOLD ITEMS!!

RINGS • BRACELETS • NECKLACES • DENTAL • BROKE OR NOT

ALSO BUYING SILVER COINS

305 NORTH STATE JERSEYVILLE

LICENSED AND BONDED BY CITY

618-498-4400

Mon. - Fri. 10-5 •Sat. 10-2 • Sun. Closed

Grafton Riverside Flea Market Next to Loading Dock Many New Dealers • All dealers have new & varied collectibles 400 Front Street • 618-786-8210

September 27-28 • 9am - 5pm

View photos on the web pikepress.com

Upcoming Market Date: Oct 25-26 C

M

K

Y

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Pike Press

Pittsfield, Illinois

M

K

Y

D3

D4

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

50

Pike Press

Pittsfield, Illinois

50

24 MONTH 0% FINANCING

1672 South State Street Jerseyville, IL 62052

618-639-9858

Serving the Tri-County Area Flooring Needs For 40 Years!