September 6, 2012 edition of the Ellsworth County I-R by Bill Beckmeyer

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OUT/ABOUT Page A3 It was another great Fiesta Saturday at Kanopolis.

OPINION

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Ellsworth is a great community that could be even greater. Dr. Bill Roy remembers one of the great American performers of the 20th Century. Newspapers couldn’t write enough about Old West marshals, Jim Gray tells us in this week’s “On the Way West.”

FARM/CITY Page A6 Expansion work continues at Ellsworth’s Cashco.

SPORTS

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Oilers football team wins first home game. Lady Oiler tennis team wins Ellsworth Invitational meet. Dragon cross-county runner Creighton Reeves takes second place at Lincoln meet.

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Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012

ECF moves East

Expansion adds jobs and inmates to Ellsworth prison operation By LINDA MOWERY-DENNING Ellsworth County I-R

llsworth struck a blow for prison overcrowding this week and — in the process — added 15 new jobs and the expansion of a major business to its economic portfolio. Dozens of residents turned out Friday afternoon for the Ellsworth Correctional Facility’s open house of the East Unit, the former St. Francis Boys’ Home, which Tuesday started housing minimum security inmates. Warden Dan Schnurr said two dozen inmates were to arrive initially at the remodeled 11-acre campus with numbers grow-

ing daily to a total of 68 prisoners by the end of this week. Capacity is 95. Guests included Kansas Secretary of Corrections Ray Roberts and Johnnie Goddard, facilities management deputy secretary. Both are former ECF wardens. Roberts described the expansion as a win-win situation for both Ellsworth and Kansas. As he spoke, the state’s inmate population stood at almost 9,500 — 323 inmates beyond capacity. The opening of the East Unit will reduce that number by opening up 68 medium security beds inside the main prison. It also will save money, he said, because some inmates being brought to

ECF are being housed in county jails at a cost of $40 a day. That compares to a $30 a day cost at the former St. Francis campus. Roberts described the East Unit as “cheap and safe.” Another benefit, according to Schnurr and Goddard, is enhanced security. Minimum security inmates are allowed to work outside the fence, at industries such as Ellsworth’s Maico, and on crews such as the one that does jobs for the city on a daily basis. The movement in and out of ECF increases the chances for contraband to be carried inside. That will no longer be the case with the move-

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Warden’s Row — Greeting guests Friday afternoon are, from left, ECF warden Dan Schnurr and past wardens Sam Cline, Johnnie Goddard and Ray Roberts, now Kansas Secretary of Corrections.

ment taking place two miles away, at the East Unit, Schnurr said. The expansion will increase the number of inmates at Ellsworth to about 912. ECF also is home to 235 department of corrections employees and 45 contract workers. “You can’t believe how excited we are to be here, for many different rea-

Little School That Could — Again

Lady Bearcat volleyball team is now 4 and 2.

THE FACTS Page B6 West Nile cases are confirmed in Kansas.

The Ellsworth Medical Center’s Rural Health Clinic conducts a laboratory health fair Saturday at the American Legion building in Holyrood. Hours are from 7 to 10 a.m.

Ross Janssen’s Weather

September 5 to September 11

WEDNESDAY 90/67 Partly cloudy with a few isolated storms

THURSDAY 89/68 Increasing clouds with late day showers and storms

FRIDAY

Recycling project is chance ‘to do’

Title One schools as Reward Schools. A total of 41 schools were identified as high performance schools, while 25 were identified as high progress schools. “We only tested third and fourth grades over here,” Schroeder said. “But our K-2 teachers do a great job preparing the students as well, because it’s a total team effort.” This wasn’t the first time Ellsworth Elementary has received such prestigious recognition. In 2009, the school was named a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. “It’s shows our excellence, I think, throughout those several years,” Schroeder

ILSON — A grassroots recycling project has blossomed into something special for the members of the Wilson FFA Chapter. The project gives them the opportunity to help their school and community go green, while at the same time living the FFA motto, “Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve.” “It’s going better than we thought,” said Lindsey Huseman, Wilson High School vocational agricultural teacher and FFA advisor. “In fact, it has surprised us how large this project has gotten. Recycling is a hot trend.” Called Wilson CARES (Community Action in Recycling and Environmental Services), the Wilson FFA’s community recycling project started a year ago. Huseman said between then and this past May, over 10,000 pounds of materials have been recycled. The FFA’s goal was 5,000 pounds. “We think 10,000 pounds is just the beginning,” Huseman said. “At first, it was a little overwhelming, because we didn’t expect the community response that we got. We were prepared to do our school recycling, which is somewhat manageable, but then when the community got involved, we found out we needed to have more resources, a bigger trailer, and a better way to organize.” The Wilson FFA recycling program has also trimmed the school’s trash bill.

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Ellsworth Elementary School principal Patrick Schroeder, back row left, along with EES teachers and staff, display the certificate the school received from the Kansas Department of Education as a Title One Reward School.

State recognizes EES

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sons,” Roberts said. Roberts said he was approached about a year ago by Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback, who wanted the department to scour the state for buildings suitable for inmate housing. Roberts said prison officials looked at old schools and other build-

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ard work and perseverance has paid off for students and staff at Ellsworth Elementary School. The school was named a Title One Rewards School by the Kansas State Department of Education. According to EES principal Patrick Schroeder, the award is based on the school’s high academic performance during the 201112 state assessment tests. The school is in the top 10 percent of Title One schools in Kansas. “It feels pretty good,” Schroeder said. “Our students and staff worked pretty hard, and it’s a great

honor for them. Anytime you are recognized for something like this across the state, it feels good, I know, for our staff and our students. I am very proud of what they have done.” Results from the school’s state assessments taken from 2009 to 2012 in reading and mathematics were used to determine the Reward Schools. Students who were enrolled by Sept. 20 and assessed in the same year were included in the calculation. Schroeder said the Elementary and Secondary Education Act flexibility waiver requires states to identify Reward Schools. These schools are identified either by high performance or by high progress. Kansas identified 10 percent, or 66

Ellsworth County sees green for Carrico

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Mostly cloudy with rain and a few storms

SATURDAY 75/57 Mostly sunny and much cooler

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Patrick Hoffman and daughter, Keira, were part of the huge crowd attending Carrico Implement’s open house Aug. 29.

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Jim Bezemek, left, visits with Fred Peppiatt and Lester Kubick, right, in the large shop area at Carrico Implement. In the background is a variety of John Deere equipment.

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Art Kohls, right, visits with Virgil Beougher during the open house. The new store is located near Kansas Highway 156 at Ellsworth.

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I-R Calendar saturday, september 8

TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH: The Ellsworth County Medical Center conducts a laboratory health fair from 7 to 10 a.m. at the Holyrood American Legion building. Information: (785) 472-3111.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

REMEMBER WHEN?: The 15th Black Wolf Community Reunion and second Black Wolf 4-H Club Reunion kicks off with a 12:30 p.m. potluck dinner at the Ellsworth Senior Center. Everyone welcome.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

COUNTY BUSINESS: Ellsworth County commissioners meet at 9 a.m. in the courthouse meeting room. Agenda available after noon the Friday before the meeting. CITY BUSINESS: The Ellsworth City Council holds a budget meeting at 5:25 p.m. at City Hall. Regular meeting follows at 5:30 p.m.. SCHOOL BUSINESS: The Ellsworth-KanopolisGeneseo USD 327 board of education meets at 7 p.m. at the district office in Ellsworth. SCHOOL BUSINESS: The Central Plains USD 112 board of education meets at 6 p.m. at Central Plains Elementary School in Holyrood.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

CITY BUSINESS: The Kanopolis City Council meets at 7 p.m. in the community room at the Kanopolis Public Library.

ThURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

VETERANS REP VISIT: Ellsworth American Legion Post 174 and Ellsworth VFW Post 6485 invite all veterans and spouses of deceased veterans to a meeting with area veterans representative John Pyle at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Post Home in Ellsworth. For more information, call Eugene Peterman, (785) 4721015.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

-IR Obituaries Betty Jay Frisbie (1922-2012) Betty Jay Frisbie, 90, departed this life, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012 at the Ellsworth Good Samaritan Home. She was born to Clara Mae Bunting and Jay B. Rutan April 5, 1922, in Pratt. Betty graduated from Pratt High School in 1940. She was baptized into the Methodist-Episcopal Church before the age of one year, and at the age of 14, she joined the Presbyterian Church of which she was a 76 year member. She married Ned D. Frisbie of Kingman, May 25, 1941. Their first home was established in Kingman, where Ned was employed with the Safeway Store, later transferred to Dodge City and then to Larned, Ned was drafted in November 1942, where he served over three years with the 9th Armored Division. During this time, Betty was employed with the 1st National Bank of Medicine Lodge, and made her home with her parents. Upon Ned’s return from World War II in February 1946, they farmed for a short time with Ned’s father, Glenn. Their first child, Kelly Jay, was born in Kingman in February 1947. They next moved to a farm west of Medicine Lodge. Glenda Marie was born in January 1949, then Tracy Rutan in July 1950. Betty was bookkeeper at the Barber Co. Index from 1962 to 1981. In January 1981, Betty opened “Betty’s Antiques” in their home in Medicine Lodge. The shop stayed open until February 1998, when Betty moved to Ellsworth to be closer to daughter Tracy and husband, Robert Hudson. She resided in Ellsworth the past 14 years. Betty loved the Lord and was an Elder in her church at Medicine Lodge. She was a charter member of the Wednesday night Bridge Club and a 60 plus year VFW Auxiliary member. She was preceded in death by her husband Ned in 1983. Betty is survived by son, Kelly Frisbie and wife, Donna, of Woodland, Wash.; daughter Glenda

Rockefeller and husband, Pa,t of Pomeroy, Wash.; daughter Tracy Hudson and husband, Robert, of Ellsworth; six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. A graveside memorial service is planned for 10 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 29, at the Hoosier Cemetery in Kingman County. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.

Raymond W. Stroede (1927-2012) Raymond W. Stroede, 85, Brookfield, Wisc., passed away Thursday, Aug. 2, at Brookfield. Raymond was born April 9, 1927, in Ellsworth County to John and Rose (Peterman) Stroede. He lived in Ellsworth County and operated the family farm northwest of Ellsworth until 1957, when he moved to Wauwatosa, Wisc. He worked for the city of Wauwatosa for several years in the Forestry and Street departments and later worked for 40 years at a brush factory operated by the Industry for the Blind. Raymond exercised his farming talent in his yard and garden, making them the envy of the neighborhood each and every year. In his retirement years, he spent countless hours tending to his flowers and vegetables. Although he had limited vision, he could ride in the right seat and direct the driver to any location in the city. Survivors include his wife, Ruth; a son, Hal Mallueg; two sisters, Francis Von Fange, Auburn, and Esther Weinhold, Wilson; a granddaughter, Constance (Greg) Plevak; and two grandchildren, Ethan and Kylie Plevak. He was preceded in death by a brother, LeRoy Stroede, and a sister, Ruth Woods. He was also loved and will be missed by several nieces and nephews. Services were conducted Aug. 9 at Harder Funeral Home, Brookfield.

CHAMBER BUSINESS: The Ellsworth-Kanopolis Chamber of Commerce showcases Hospice Care of Kansas at its monthly noon luncheon in the Ellsworth Golf Course meeting room. Cost: $6.50 per person. Reservations by Thursday, Sept. 13, by calling Carol Kratzer, (785) 472-4071.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

COUNTY BUSINESS: Ellsworth County commissioners meet at 9 a.m. in the courthouse meeting room. Agenda available after noon the Friday before the meeting.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

VOICE YOUR OPINION: A public hearing on the City of Lorraine’s sewer lift station repair project begins at 7 p.m. at city hall.

NOTICE

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

15th Black Wolf Community Reunion & 2nd Time Ever Black Wolf 4-H Club Reunion

KIDS AG DAY: Area school students learn about agriculture firsthand from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Steve Dlabal Jr. farm southeast of Wilson. FOCUS ON HISTORY: Wilson Heritage Museum has its annual meeting at 7 p.m. at Grauer Enterprises, 2519 Ave E, Wilson. On the agenda will be an update of museum progress and election of board members. Everyone welcome. Information: (785) 658-2328.

Sunday, Sept. 9, 2012 Ellsworth Senior Center Potluck Dinner - 12:30 p.m. Program by former members of Black Wolf 4-H Club.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

COMMUNITY THANK-YOU: The Ellsworth County 4-H hosts a barbecue supper from 5-7 p.m. at the 4-H Barn in Ellsworth. The event is a community thank-you and membership drive. Information: (785) 472-4442.

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The official newspaper for Ellsworth County, USD 327, USD 112 and the cities of Ellsworth, Holyrood, Kanopolis, Lorraine and Wilson. SUBSCRIPTION RATES Single Copy – $1 Per Year in Ellsworth County – $39.75 (sales tax included) Per Year Elsewhere – $44.50 (sales tax included) HOW TO REACH US Phone – (785) 472-5085 Toll-Free - 1-877-809-3432 Mail – 304 N. Douglas, Ellsworth, KS 67439 E-mail – indy@eaglecom.net The Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter is published weekly at 304 N. Douglas Ave., Ellsworth, Kansas. Periodicals postage rate paid at Ellsworth, KS 67439. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to ELLSWORTH COUNTY INDEPENDENT-REPORTER, 304 N. Douglas Ave., Ellsworth, KS 67439. Reproduction or use of editorial or graphic content, in whole or in part, without permission, is strictly prohibited.

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Food, Family and Fun

Annual St. Ignatius Fiesta keeps church alive

An assembly line of cooks prepare the lunch take-out orders during the St. Ignatius Fiesta Saturday in Kanopolis.

A shopper looks at the selection of items for sale in the Fiestaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s country store.

Just minutes after the food stands opened at the St. Ignatius Catholic Church Fiesta, the basement dining hall of the church began to fill with people hungry for the traditional homemade Mexican fare. Proceeds from the Fiesta will be used to pay for the expansion to the back of the church. Donations will also be made to the Ellsworth Food Bank and Mosaic.

Father Charles Steier of Russell, a former priest at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, visits with those eating lunch in the church basement.

Independent-Reporter photos by Alan Rusch Michelle Schwerdtfeger takes home her lunch order of tacos and tostadas.

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Linda Mowery-Denning Editor/Publisher

WISH LIST

What projects would you like to see in Ellsworth’s future?

hat comes first — the people or the jobs? How about neither. What comes first is a community attractive enough to encourage both new residents and new jobs. In short, those of us who live here must believe in Ellsworth and Ellsworth County enough to invest in education, in health care, in all the other services and infrastructure that create a vibrant, desirable place to live and to work. This is a job we have done well for the most part. Our medical center, which we still think of as “our new medical center,” was dedicated in 1999 after voters approved a bond issue for its construction. Closer in time is the Ellsworth Child Care and Learning Center, a badly-needed service the community came together to build using donations and grants from local foundations. We also can point with pride to Ellsworth’s golf course, airport and municipal swimming pool. However, even with all these accomplishments, it’s still not time to throw away the wish list. Here are five projects we’d like to see in Ellsworth’s future: • A plan to guarantee the city’s water stainability over the next several decades. City administrator Tim Vandall has talked about this at council meetings. It’s an issue that becomes more urgent as other towns along the Smoky Hill River search for future sources. • A new gymnasium and other improvements to Ellsworth-Kanopolis-Geneseo School District buildings. • An expanded wellness center, which would include an indoor, year-round swimming pool. • Completion of the National Drovers Hall of Fame project in downtown Ellsworth. Plans call for a museum, research center and — possibly — a community theater. • Better streets. None of these items will come cheap. But progress seldom does these days. What’s on your wish list for Ellsworth and Ellsworth County?

From Our Readers

Ploutz, Stefek are right choices

As a former county commissioner, I am always somewhat excited when the elections come around. After watching the Republican Convention this week and with great anticipation looking forward to the upcoming Democrat Convention, I am prompted to speak to our local election activity. Knowing the candidates, some longer and better than others, I am prompted to speak on behalf of two in particular. In the race for sheriff, Garnell and I have always been and will continue to be supportive of incumbent Tracy Ploutz. He has filled the position admirably with hard work, attention to detail and fair treatment of those both inside and outside of his facility. In the race for magistrate judge 20th District, we believe Doug Stefek’s education, work experience and desire to search for better rehabilitation solutions for those both young and old would serve our communities well. Garnell and I are in full support of these two candidates and will be casting our votes for Tracy and Doug. We urge you to be a participant, look closely at the candidates for every position in the upcoming election with full attention to the presidential race when you cast your ballot. Garnell and Don Hanson Ellsworth

Prostate cancer screening works

Is your family headed to the Kansas State Fair? Are you looking forward to the Pronto Pups, attractions, concerts and rides? Are you a man age 50 or older? If so, there’s also something for you there that can save your life: A prostate cancer screening booth. It’s sponsored by the Hutchinson Clinic and the Prevent Cancer Foundation. You can find it in the northwest corner of the Sunflower South Building. The Hutchinson Clinic and the Foundation will offer prostate cancer screenings every day of the fair. It’s a quick and simple blood draw, but this test can detect one of the most common cancers in America for men. Clinic staff will be on hand to help you make an informed decision about getting screened. One in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. That is why my wife Franki and I have teamed up with the Hutchinson Clinic and Prevent Cancer, again, to be the honorary co-chairs of this screening. In fact, I will get my blood tested at the booth too. Screening works. One of my closest friends learned he had prostate cancer at this very booth at the fair several years ago. I am proud to say his treatment is complete and he’s well today. So, ladies, get your loved ones over to the booth. Gentlemen, take advantage of this convenient testing. It might just save a life. Sincerely, U.S. Sen. Pat Roberts Kansas

Voice for the oppressed The excellent portrayal of Paul Robeson by accomplished actor Stogie Kenyatta at Washburn’s Gray Theatre on behalf of Topeka’s Brown Foundation recalled and reinforced my long-held opinion that Paul Robeson was the single most talented person of the 20th century. Robeson, born in 1898 to a father born in slavery and a Quakerabolitionist mother, won a state-wide competition to enter Rutgers, New Jersey’s state university. One of only three African Americans at Rutgers, Robeson had a diverse undergraduate career probably never equaled. He was elected to Phi Beta Kappa in his junior year; he was class valedictorian, winner of 15 varsity letters, and football All American in 1918-19. Contemporary authority Walter Camp called Robeson the best colle-

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giate player of all time. But, what set Robeson aside from all others was his excellence as singer and actor. He went from Rutgers to Columbia Law School, and passed the notoriously difficult New York Bar exam on his first try. Next, the six-foot three inch, 220 pound scholar and athlete became the first African American associate of a prestigious Manhattan law firm, something previously unthinkable in that era of oppressive segregation. But the law firm association was short-term, reportedly due to the firm’s hesitation to permit Robeson to represent clients in court. But, Harlem and the famous Harlem Renaissance were just a few blocks north, and

there Robeson fit right in. He married an accomplished woman, and participated in the glorious achievements of scores of black people who were, in a sense, free for the first time. America’s only indigenous music, jazz, was being played by the likes of Duke Ellington and Cab Calloway, and sung by Ella Fitzgerald and Lena Horne. Robeson became another diamond in the Harlem tiara. Robeson’s magnificent baritone became a recognized national treasure through his rendition of “Ol’ Man River” in Jerome Kern’s “Showboat”. By the way, today one can purchase CDs of this man’s many renditions of American and classical music. Robeson’s talents carried him abroad where he supported the Spanish Republicans in their battle against General Francisco Franco’s fascist forces in Spain. The Spanish Civil

War mixed democrats and communists in opposition to Hitler’s and Mussolini’s forces supporting Franco. But this war, immediately before WWII, also made for some strange bedfellows among socialists, communists, and democrats. Robeson worked to make civil rights progress here at home. He talked, without immediate success, to baseball commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis about the integration of America’s national game. He supported efforts of a young Harry Belefonte and worked closely with W. E. B. Dubois. Kenyatta’s play touches lightly on the massive difficulties Robeson encountered in the last 25 years of his life. Like many American black artists, he was more comfortable in Europe where he felt race was not an impediment to his perSee ROY, Page A5

Keeping the lid on Caldwell Marshals and former marshals were always good subjects for conversation in frontier newspapers. The Caldwell Journal dateline Aug. 30, 1883, related, “A report comes to us to the effect that Bat Carr, formerly marshal of this city, was recently killed in one of the border towns of Texas. The report lacks confirmation, still it is possibly correct.” Caldwell had seen its share of lawmen come and go. Most of them went to their graves with their boots on. As Caldwell City marshal, Carr was a vigilant officer. He had a reputation for holding the lid down tight on wayward Cowboys and gamblers, while maintaining a friendly relationship with the townspeople. Bat was so well-liked that even children could be seen crossing the street “ … holding his hand, chatting, and laughing merrily with this pleasant man.” However, there was a mysterious quality about

Marshal Carr. George Freeman, author of Midnight and Noonday, noted Carr’s uncommon disposition. “His whole nature was enigmatic; his traits of character were peculiar. He was, apparently, at once the polished gentleman and the daring frontiersman, shrinking from and courting danger at the same time; large in his own estimation, yet modest and most unpretentious among his associates.” Carr’s deputy was equally mysterious. George Freeman recalled that Henry Brown, “ … was similar in character to Carr, with the exception that he seldom smiled, was sober, candid, and determined in expression and mind, therefore not familiar with the children, or a man with whom the

ladies loved to converse.” He handled himself well amongst the rough crowd. Unknown to Caldwell citizens, Brown had been an associate of Billy the Kid in New Mexico. Carr was constantly on the alert for trouble. The citizens of Caldwell were so impressed with his efficiency that they saw fit to honor him with a “… a brace of fine sixshooters …” Marshal Carr was no stranger to six-guns. The July 13, 1882, Caldwell Post told of an unruly fellow dangerously wielding a sixgun in the streets. When Marshal Carr asked him to relinquish his weapon the offender made his stand. The Marshal reacted. “Quicker than thought a ‘45’ was shoved up under his nose, accompanied by a gentle request to throw up. He threw up both hands in short order, and was disarmed and taken to Judge Kelley’s sanctuary and stuck for $12.50, and told that he had better leave his gun off, in the future.”

Throughout the frontier, lawmen generally let the gamblers alone. Towns often recruited their policemen from the gambling ranks. Bat Carr was noticeably different. The Commercial took note Sept. 28, 1882, “Our city marshal, the other morning rounded up a lot of gamblers who had been in the habit of going around with pops [pistols] stuck down in their clothes.” Caldwell could not have been more pleased. Once again, Bat was rewarded, this time with a solid gold badge “in the form of a shield suspended from a plate at the top by chains.” The badge was lettered in black enamel, “Bat Carr, City Marshal, Caldwell, Kan.” The reverse side was lettered, “Presented by the Citizens of Caldwell.” But Caldwell was about to loose its illustrious marshal. Instead of falling in a hail of bullets he “fell” for a woman. In December of 1882, he was married in Colorado See GRAY, Page A5

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Growing Food Stamps

Funding part of Farm Bill debate By Dave Ranney KHI News Service

OPEKA — Five years ago, 184,000 low-income Kansans were on SNAP, the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program formerly known as food stamps. Today, the enrollment tops 310,700 people. A program that in 2007 cost the federal government about $190.3 million in Kansas outlays is expected to cost more than $450 million this year. Congress, in recent months, has said SNAP has become too expensive and warrants serious belt-tightening. In July, the Democrat-controlled U.S. Senate passed a five-year Farm Bill that would reduce SNAP spending by $4.5 billion over the next 10 years. The agriculture committee in the Republicanled House earlier this month passed a larger reduction of $16.5 billion over 10 years. Current SNAP spending is about $73 billion a year. Looking for cuts According to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, the House option would end assistance to between 2 million and 3 million people nationally. What portion of those might be Kansans has not been determined. States have had some flexibility over the years to expand eligibility for SNAP, and Kansas has been among the few states where policymakers have not adopted what is called “expanded categorical eligibility.” The House plan would eliminate that categorical option for states. It also would eliminate federal incentive payments to states that have improved their food aid programs. Kansas has received at least four of those performance bonuses since 2003, according to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. The agriculture committee’s bill has yet to reach the House floor. The Senate bill would find its savings by decoupling food stamp eligibility from a federal subsidy program (LIHEAP) that helps poor people with home heating costs. Currently, people who qualify for the energy subsidy also are automatically qualified for SNAP benefits because the income limits are nearly the same. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 62,000 Kansas households qualified for LIHEAP subsidies in fiscal 2011, but the number of people who also received the food aid or the ramifications of the Senate plan for Kansas haven’t been determined. “I’m going to be in a helluva mess if they cut them back. I don’t know what I’d do without them,” said Anna McKee of Topeka, of plans in Congress to cut spending on the food stamp program. McKee, an unemployed widow, said she struggles to pay her property taxes and utility bills and cannot afford telephone service. She said she gets about $200 worth of SNAP benefits a month. “If they want to cut back on something, why don’t they cut back on that damn war over there,” she said. “I don’t see any good coming out of that.” Angela de Rocha, a spokesperson for the Kansas Department for Children and Families, which administers SNAP in Kansas, said the agency has a “neutral” stance on the federal proposals to scale back the nutrition program. Stalled for now For now, both the House and Senate plans are stalled on the SNAP issue despite considerable pressure on Congress to pass a Farm Bill, which includes the food assistance authorization. “Typically, what would happen is that the ag committee would send a bill to the House floor, the House would pass a bill and then ‘conference’ with whatever was in the Senate bill,”

said Helen Dombalis, a policy associate with the National Sustainable Agricultural Coalition. “That hasn’t happened because the speaker (U.S. John Boehner, R-Ohio) has kept the (House) bill off the floor. The speculation is that it doesn’t have enough votes to pass because the Tea Party-ers don’t think $16.5 billion is enough of a cut and the Democrats won’t vote for it because they think it’s too much.” Deliberations, she said, were complicated by the fact that the current Farm Bill expires Sept. 30. Congress is now in the fourth week of a five-week recess and is scheduled to reconvene Sept. 10. Last week, 39 national farm organizations launched “Farm Bill Now,” a campaign aimed at getting a Farm Bill passed on or before Sept. 30. “We just want Congress to get in, talk about the differences between the House bill and the Senate bill, and get something done,” said Patrick Delaney, a spokesman for the Farm Bill Now Coalition. When Congress returns, the agriculture committee may try to push its bill to the House floor, circumventing the speaker’s office. “It would be out of order, but it could be done,” Dombalis said. “There’s also talk of their passing a three- or six-month extension or even a one-year extension.” Kansas support for cuts U.S. Rep. Tim Huelskamp, a Republican who represents Kansas’ 1st District, serves on the 46-member House Agriculture Committee. Earlier this month, he chided President Obama and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack for not doing enough to break the deadlock. “Secretary Vilsack, the USDA and President Obama would rather play political games — amidst campaigning in Iowa for both the president and the secretary’s wife — than offer real policy proposals,” Huelskamp said in a statement posted on his website. Vilsack, a Democrat, is a former Iowa governor. His wife, Christie Vilsack, is running against Iowa Congressman Steve King, a conservative Republican. Huelskamp also criticized Obama for wanting to “enroll more Americans in food stamps,” noting that “more Americans are on food stamps under Barack Obama than any other president. He’s grown the rolls by over 14 million people. Given the failure of the Obama economy we can only expect this number to get worse.” Huelskamp’s district covers the western two-thirds of Kansas and is the state’s most rural and agricultural. U.S. Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kan., is the ranking minority member on the 21-member Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry. He has said the Senate-passed Farm Bill “strengthens the integrity and accountability of federal nutrition programs.” Some conservative Republican lawmakers have said the program suffers from too much fraud and abuse. But according to the Congressional Budget Office, those problems have been marginal since food stamps were replaced in 2005 by electronic debit cards. Can’t do without SNAP Steve Lohr, executive director at the Southeast Kansas Community Action Program in Girard, said concerns that SNAP recipients abuse the program were off-target. “I know people like to glom onto the fraud-and-abuse argument, but I have to say I’ve been here a long time and I don’t see it,” Lohr said. “What I see are parents working for minimum wage, trying to pay rent and utilities and still have enough to feed their kids. A lot of them can’t do it without SNAP.”

ECF Continued from Page A1 ings — and then Goddard told him about the St. Francis campus and the organization’s plans to consolidate its Ellsworth and Bavaria operations at Bavaria. The project moved rapidly once the site was deemed suitable for a satellite prison. The state paid $350,000 for the property and set aside another $100,000 for renovation. “And we came in under budget,” Goddard said.

Roberts said the property was in good shape and there was little renovation beyond painting. All work was done in July and August. He praised ECF’s maintenance department and also the work of Terry Chaput, who will be in charge of the East Unit. Inmates also helped get the former boys’ home ready. Schnurr also thanked the community “for everything you have done for us and all the support you have given us. We get support a lot of facilities don’t get.”

Roy Continued from Page A4 sonal or public life. He sent his son to Russia for his education. This, combined with the U.S.S.R.’s efforts to publicize American racism, particularly in its efforts to establish communist hegemony in Africa, led to Robeson’s submitting to honors and favors bestowed by the communists. The result was not unexpected. Our government rescinded Robeson’s passport from 1950 to 1958, when he recovered it as the result of a related Supreme Court decision (5-4). Travel restrictions cut his income and recognition in the prime of his career, and his communist taint effectively made him a non-person here. Robeson received many honors, but many came only after his death in 1976, when his former association with communism was less threatening.

Tucked in among Robeson’s achievements was his performance of Othello, which ran on Broadway for 296 shows, the longest Broadway run of any Shakespearean play to this day. In his later years, he became a friend of Albert Einstein at nearby Princeton, and completed his mastery of 12 languages. He probably could have done much better without the burden of racism he carried in early 20th century America, but he did enough to affirm his peerless talents. The one-man, two-hour show provided an infatuating and informative evening that should have been witnessed by nearer 2000, than the respectable 200 present. But, it reminded us once again Topeka will always be a special place because a massive wrong was eradicated here. Dr. Roy may be reached at wirroy@aol. com.

Gray Continued from Page A4 City, Texas, and made his home at that place. Carr was not heard of again until the report of his death Aug. 30, 1883. One week later the following letter appeared in the Caldwell Journal. “I notice in the local columns of the Journal, of the 30th, ult., a paragraph setting forth that Bat Carr, former city marshal of Caldwell, had been killed in one of the border towns of Texas. This short message from Bat himself will suffice to deny the report; and through the columns of your valuable paper let me extend to the citizens of Caldwell my kindest regards and well wishes for their future prosperity; through life will I cherish in memory the fond recollections of my sojourn in your little city. When the JOURNAL is returned,

marked by the P.M., ‘Not taken,’ then you may suspect the correctness of a like report. — Respectfully Bat Carr” Bat Carr’s actual death notice didn’t come for 32 years. One wonders, if when he died in 1915 the Caldwell Journal was finally returned with a note from the postmaster, “Not Taken”? As he reported to his friends in 1883, the fond recollections of his sojourn in Caldwell was a time to be cherished as the lawman traveled through life on The Way West. “The Cowboy,” Jim Gray is author of Desperate Seed: Ellsworth Kansas on the Violent Frontier and also publishes Kansas Cowboy, Old West history from a Kansas perspective. Contact Kansas Cowboy, Box 62, Ellsworth, Kan. 67439. Phone (785) 531-2058 or www.droversmercantile.com

Event benefits Rice, Ellsworth counties Rice County Communities That Serve will conduct its third annual Rud, Jog, Walk Saturday, Sept. 15, at Sterling Lake. Registration is $15 for adults and $10 for ages 12 and younger. Families of four or more may register until the “early bird” date of Sept. 10. There will be an additional $5 tacked onto the fee after that date.

Proceeds will go to support Communities programs, including child care scholarships, early childhood services and screening, family support, youth friend mentors. The organization also operates in Ellsworth County. The one-mile run/walk begins at 8:30 a.m. with the 5K run-walk set to start at 9. Information: (620) 204-0853.

AUCTION

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 9:00 A.M.

Auction will be held at the American Legion on Highway 40 in Ellsworth, Kansas ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES German Bombay walnut china cabinet; Rosewood etager; 7 ½’ walnut German grandfather clock; walnut dental cabinet; oak china buffet w/claw feet & lions head; walnut marble top deep well dresser; Oriental china cabinet; Oriental short table; oak reflector table w/6 chairs; matching oak buffet & hutch; German inlay serving cart; fancy carved Teak wood couch w/ matching coffee table & end tables; oak flat glass secretary; oak spoon carved magazine rack w/claw feet; walnut marble top parlor table; oak round parlor table w/claw feet; oak square parlor table; round oak table w/center pedestal; small oak parlor table w/ball feet; oak box treadle sewing machine; oak parlor rocker; 20’s carved tables; 20’s corner table; 20’s buffet; 20’s 2 door stand; 20’s rocker; 20’s end tables; 20’s magazine rack; camel back trunk; floor lamp; oak flat top desk; library table; cedar chest; oak sideboard base; fern pedestal; oak curved glass secretary (no desk door or legs); 4 drawer 1 door painted cabinet; round oak table for repairs; Gone With The Wind kerosene lamp; 3 German Cuckoo clocks; mantel clock; wall letter holder; shadow box; German ladies picture; Eskimo doll; rugs; pr. hand carved roses; large assortment costume jewelry; Tudor plate Onida 8 place set flatware; Simon & George 8 place set flatware; silver plate coffee set; other silver plate; spoon collection; Arcade 25 wall coffee grinder; tablecloths, napkins, linens; pillow cases; paper roller; car tag collection (1913-1990); “Don’t Spit On Sidewalk” bricks; lard press; pitcher pump; deer horns; 3 iron wheels; large assortment books; GLASS 300+ vases inc (Deco, Roseville 123-9, 322, Hull 9-10 ½, L2, 4-6 ¼, McCoy, portrait, figural, stretch glass, many other types); pressed glass punch bowl w/under tray & 24 cups; German punch bowl w/lid & cups; large assortment of cut & pressed glass inc; ice bucket, bowls, vases, compotes, stems, nappies, wine decanter & glasses, baskets, creamer & sugars, cruets, covered butters; tea sets; cups & saucers; baskets; enameled pitcher; brides basket; case glass pitcher & bowls; Jeannette Jr. dinner set in box; 50’s pitcher & glasses; Bohemian vases; Polar bear lamp; milk glass hen on nest; RS Prussia creamer & sugar; assortment stems; Mary Gregory pitcher & glasses; marigold carnival pitcher & glasses; Murano clowns; Oriental tea sets; Capo-Di-Monte vases; compotes; Jack in Pulpit; man flask; large assortment of other quality glass. TOOLS, HOUSEHOLD & OTHER Cummins 5 speed drill press; 5 hp upright air compressor; Sears cut off saw; ¾ hp bench grinder; Delta 4”belt 6” disc sander; 4” vice; shop vac; assortment hand tools inc. (crescents, hammers, screw drivers, end wrenches, sockets); Dewalt saber saw; ½” drill; circular saw; sanders; angle grinder; bar clamps; 5’ aluminum step ladder; shovels; handyman jack; bars; electric smoker; concrete planters; Yard Machine 14 hp 38” riding lawn mower rough; wheel barrow; wheel chair carrier for pickup hitch; pickup 5th wheel hitch; pickup tool box; electric heavy duty meat grinder; fishing poles; lawn sprinklers; patio table & chairs; patio glider; Thermos barbecue grill; Household inc.: 3 Lazyboy rocker recliners; king size bed w/box springs & mattress; blonde oak desk; Toshiba 26” TV; Sanyo 18” TV; oak entertainment center; telephone stand; Kitchen Aid mixer; pots & pans; other kitchen items; afghans; towels; fruit jars; large assortment Christmas & holiday; coolers; large assortment of other items. Note: The Sanders have collected for many years, since Jean’s death Harold has moved to an apartment. This is a very large auction with many quality pieces. We are starting at 9:00 in the morning. The furniture will sell at 12:30 p.m. We will split and sell tools in the morning. Check our web site for pictures at www.thummelauction.com.

JEAN & HAROLD SANDERS Auction Conducted By Thummel Real Estate & Auction LLC 785-738-0067 or 785-738-5933

Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter • Thursday, September 6, 2012

I-R

Farm & City

More building at Cashco

IN BRIEF ON THE FARM AND IN THE CITY Grain prices all up for the week

Prices paid for grain at the Ellsworth Co-op at the end of the business day Tuesday, Sept. 4, were: Wheat, bu. — $8.41, up 9 cents from a week ago. Milo, bu. — $7.42, up 4 cents. Soybeans, bu. — $17.38, up 25 cents. Corn, bu. — $7.77, up 9 cents. The co-op has locations in Ellsworth, Black Wolf, Farhman, Hitschmann, Holyrood and Kanopolis.

Barbecue winners announced

The winners of the taster’s choice barbecue competition conducted during the Ellsworth Cowtown Days Aug. 18 were Burnt Iron, first, $60; Dawg Pound BBQ, second, $40; Buzzards BBQ, third, $20.

Labor Day Tradition ALAN RUSCH/Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter

A workman peers over the wall of Cashco’s new 20,000 square-foot world-wide headquarters under construction east of the company’s existing building in Ellsworth. The new construction is expected to add 36 more jobs over time to the Cashco plant in Ellsworth. The building will consist of additional office space, including a break room, conference rooms and training rooms. Construction is expected to take 10 months to complete.

CRP emergency grazing gets extended to Nov. 30 BY MICHAEL MARTIN Special to the I-R

Emergency grazing of the Conservation Reserve Program is authorized to extend to Nov. 30. This is a two month extension from the previous deadline of Sept. 30. On Aug. 29, United States Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that “in order to assist producers, USDA is permitting farmers and ranchers in drought stricken states that have been approved for emer-

"This extension applies to eligible practices except for continuous CRP practices.

not graze more than 75 percent of the stocking rate set by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. All livestock must be removed by the end of this grazing period. Producers without livestock may rent or lease the grazing privileges. The payment reduction is 10 percent for the 2012 year.

gency grazing to extend grazing on CRP land through Nov. 30, without incurring an additional CRP rental payment reduction.” This extension applies to eligible practices except for continuous CRP practices. Participants must leave 25 percent of each field ungrazed for wildlife or

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CRP participants should call the FSA office, if they have not already done so, to request emergency grazing on an individual contract basis prior to grazing. If CRP cover is destroyed, the practice must be re-established at the participants own expense to remain in compliance with the CRP contract. For more information, call the Ellsworth County FSA office, (785) 4723161.

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Ellsworth firefighters Bob Kepka, left, and Murray Marston, right, assisted by Deb Furgason, middle left, and Hayley Chamberlain, helped collect donations Saturday morning for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Worthy Cause

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Meghann Bunch, left, and Stacy Hicks examine the items for sale during an all-day garage and bake sale to benefit Autism Speaks Saturday at the Kanopolis Corner Store.

Walk In Wednesday

Ellsworth Area Arts Council’s 2nd annual writing contest Cash prizes • $3 per entry fee • Sept. 15 deadline Go to eaac.writingcontest@gmail.com or call (785) 472-5682 for more information Co-sponsors are The Smoky Hills Charitable Foundation and the Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter

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Anniversary

Community

Tomans celebrate 50 years Frank and Judy Toman, of Ellsworth, were honored by their children and grandchildren with a family gathering in Colorado earlier this summer to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Frank Toman and Judy Kay Stephen were married Sept. 1, 1962 at the First Presbyterian Church in Ellsworth. Frank is a retired biochemistry professor from Western Kentucky University. Their children are Troy and wife, Pamela, Toman, San Antonio, Texas; and Tammara

Judy and Frank Toman

Toman Seeger and husband, Matthew, Fort Leavenworth. They also have four grandchildren. Friends are invited to send cards to the couple at 1246 Ave. K, Ellsworth, Kan. 67439.

Birth

Prepare for disaster Many people think that when a disaster strikes the emergency management systems, police, or National Guard will be there to rescue them, if needed. They will, but some disasters overwhelm the local response system, extending the time it takes for help to arrive. You should be prepared to care for your family and yourself for at least 72 hours after a disaster. Take the following quiz to see if you are disaster prepared. 1) Have you developed a family disaster plan? Y N • Do you regularly review and practice your family disaster plan? Y N • Does your family disaster plan include a plan for communicating with family members separated by a disaster? Y N 2) Have you ever received information on what to include in a disaster supply kit? Y N 3) Have you put together a disaster supply kit? Y N • Do you have disaster supply kits for at home, at work and to take with you in an evacuation?

Elliott Lewis Janssen Ben and Anisha Janssen of Ellsworth announce the birth of their son, Elliott Lewis Janssen, born at 12:03 a.m., July 2, 2012, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. Elliott weighed 3 lbs. 13 ozs. and was 16 1/2 inches long. Grandparents are Francis and Renuka Devadason and Dick and Shelly Elliott Lewis Janssen Janssen, all of Ellsworth.

Club News

Dorrance Homemakers FCE

The Dorrance Homemakers met Aug. 9 at Vintage Place in Russell for their annual picnic. Answering roll call was Jan Bachar, Joy Hill, Joyce Langhofer, Estella Nuss, Rebecca Schauf, Marie Sloan and guest Sylvia Lilak. Games were played after lunch. The next meeting will be Sept. 20 at Vintage Place with Joy Hill as hostess. Our Policy – Send your birth, anniversary, wedding, anniversaries 50 years or more and birthdays 80 years and

older to the Ellsworth County IndependentReporter, 304 N. Douglas Ave., Ellsworth, 67439, or indy@eaglecom.net.

SENIOR MENUS September 10 - 14 ELLSWORTH Lunches for people age 60 or older are a suggested donation of $2.75 and under 60 are $4.50. Reservations may be made by calling by 2 p.m. the day before the meal. Call Ellsworth at (785) 472-5185. MONDAY — Beef biscuit casserole, mashed potatoes, winter blend, bread, mandarin oranges and milk. TUESDAY — Salad bar, garlic bread, cottage cheese, pea salad, brownie and milk. WEDNESDAY — Liver and onions, (alt. chicken patty), scalloped potatoes, beets, bread, peaches and milk. THURSDAY — Baked chicken, boiled potatoes w/gravy, corn, apricots, bread and milk. FRIDAY — Lemon baked fish, macaroni salad, coleslaw, bread, pineapple and milk.

WILSON and HOLYROOD Lunches for people age 60 or older are a suggested donation of $2.75 and under 60 are $4.50. The center offers free rolls and coffee at 9 a.m. on Fridays. Call the Wilson Senior Center at (785) 658-2388, or Holyrood at (785) 252-3640. MONDAY — Liver and onions, (alt. chicken patty), scalloped potatoes, Harvard beets, bread, spiced peaches and milk. TUESDAY — Baked chicken, macaroni salad, coleslaw, bread, pineapple upside-down cake and milk. WEDNESDAY — Lemon baked fish, (alt. salisbury steak), potato wedges, mixed vegetables, bread, pears and milk. THURSDAY — Braised beef, parsley potatoes, country style tomatoes, bread, melon cup and milk. FRIDAY — Chef salad, garlic bread, fresh fruit cup, brownie and milk.

Naegele Reunion

The Naegele family reunion was July 21 at the J. H. Robbins Memorial Library basement in Ellsworth with 52 family members attending. Chris and Mary Naegele had eight children. One died at birth and Emola passed away Aug. 5, 2007. The other six children were all present. Attending from Troy, Ohio: Ralph and Rita Naegele. Attending from Wichita: Helen (Naegele) Mason; Norman and Anona (Naegele) Vague; Gregg and Kim Veloza; Rachel Veloza and friend, Zach and Natalie; Krista and Elyse Veloza and friend Jim Diaz; and Kevin Vague. Attending from Goddard: Joelene (Naegele) Krier. Attending from Kanopolis: Evelyn (Naegele) Gourley; Randy, Angie, Dylan and Taylor Bunch; Craig and Clay Gourley. Attending from Kansas City: Amy Bender. Attending from Salina: Dr. Jerry and Carolyn Lundgrin; Kurt, Linn, Macci, Keegan and Allyson Exline; Melissa and Kalex Lundgrin. Attending from Wilson: Dale and Carmen Homeier. Attending from Dorrance: Valarie and Emmalin Pasek. Attending from Ellsworth: Cindy and Doug Janssen; Connie and Virgil Beougher; Wade, Ginger and KD Bruning and Jose Moreno; Daniel and Tina Bruning; Colleen and Rick Sippel; Melanie Sippel and Zoey Gardiner; Leroy and Glennys (Naegele) Bruning. The next reunion will be in 2014 at Wichita.

disaster plan? Y N 10) Do you have a NOAA Weather Radio or other batterypowered radio to hear disasterExtension related information? Y N Focus If you answered “no” to any of these questions, visit the Extension Disaster Education Y N Network (EDEN) website, www. 4) Do you know how to shelter EDEN.lsu.edu/resources/npm for in place in case of chemical, biodisaster preparedness resources. logical or radiological contaminaAcross the nation, organizations tion of outside air? Y N and all levels of government are 5) If you have pets, do you know observing September as National what to do with them during a Preparedness Month. This simply disaster? Y N means to take the time this month 6) Do you know who to contact to take some steps to prepare in your community for more infor- yourself for the most likely disasmation on disaster preparedness? ters that could affect you. For Y N many places in the United States, 7) If you own a business, do you the next disaster is a matter of have a disaster plan in place? “when,” not “if.” Y N 8) Do you know who to contact Jamie Rathbun is the Family and to find out where emergency shelConsumer Sciences agent in Ellsworth ters are located in your community County. For more information on this and in surrounding communities? column, nutrition, food safety, parentY N ing, financial management, health and 9) Have you asked your child’s safety call the Ellsworth County Extension office at (785) 472-4442. school or caregiver about their Jamie Rathbun

Reunions Kratzer Reunion

The Kratzer reunion was July 22 at St. Bernard’s Catholic Parish Hall in Ellsworth. David and Brad Kratzer hosted the reunion that began with a potluck dinner and 64 in attendance. The afternoon was spent visiting, looking at pictures and family tree books. Those attending were: George “Corky” Sherman, Ribera, N.M.; Jane and Ray Duke, Branch, Texas; Michelle, Liberty, Justus and Gideon Kratzer, and T. J. Kratzer, all of Phoenix, Ariz.; Betty Splitter and Raymond Splitter, both of Sylvan Grove; Eugene and Anita Boldt, Martin Keller and Barbara Hoffman, all of Bushton; Jeff Burris, Marcus and Danise Hoffman, Larry and Karel Maneth, all of Salina; Leslie and Barbara Logan, Claflin; Dorothy Brokes, Ron, Michelle and Laurin Brokes, Allan, Michelle, Cade and Lane Brokes, all of Wilson; Kaylee Logan, Lyons; Kristi Bender, Great Bend; Shirley Grubb, Tribune; Kay Kratzer, Holyrood; Gary Kratzer, Hutchinson; Andy and Kim Kratzer, Marquette; John and Carol Kratzer and Vivian Kratzer, all of Ellsworth; Junior Kratzer, Don and Lois Pruitt, Linda Monroe, Diana Burris, Brent and Becky Kratzer, David and Mary Kratzer, Tim, Jeanette, Blake, Sadie and Grace Kratzer, Brad, Karen and Nathan Kratzer, all of Geneseo; Dick Boldt, Oakley; Chelsea Bieberle, Pat and Fred Hirsch, Mindy Stuckney, Marc, Addison and Kenna Walker, attended with no town listed. The next reunion will be hosted

by the John Kratzer branch.

Malir Reunion

The descendants of Frank and Anna Malir gathered at the Catholic Parish Hall in Wilson for their 58th annual reunion with 35 in attendance. A potluck dinner was followed with a short business meeting led by Kathryn Foran. The treasurer’s report was given by Libbie Sebesta and the historian’s report was given by John Kratzer. The oldest man in attendance was Richard Urban; the oldest woman was Helen Erhardt; the youngest was Libbie Carlin, the most recently marrried was Darin and Debbie Carlin, the longest married was Richard and Lillian Urban, coming the farthest was Iris Haime from Rockford, Ill. Attending from Ellsworth: John and Carol Kratzer; Vivian Kratzer; Vi Jiricek; Charles and Elaine Vopat; Kathryn and Roger Foran; Richard and Lillian Urban; and Helen Erhardt. Attending from Wilson: Charles and Lucy Vopat; Libbie Sebesta; Bob and Joan Malir; Robert and Myrene Soukup. Attending from Salina: Ivan Seyfert; from Rockford, Ill.: Iris Haime; from Hoisington: Kenneth and Norma Seyfert; from Colby: Donald Seyfert; from Sylvan Grove: Mildred Hynes; from Kanopolis: Mark Vopat; from Hunter: Catherine Seyfert; from Wichita: Kenneth Woods; from Osborne: Debbie and Darrin, Emma, Lee, Helen, Katzel, Mary and Libbie Carlin.

Passages — EW Reporter

June 14, 1877 The commissioners are stirring up the question of bridges. One is to be built over Turkey creek, one over Oxhide, two over Thompson and one over Oak. A cow, near the property of John Hagler, standing near the river in rear of the steam mill, was killed by lightning during the thunderstorm of Tuesday night. A man coming from the southern end of the county coming into the office of the Probate Judge the other day to procure a marriage license, said he “wanted an order for a woman”. June continues cold and wet. The skies are all leaking, and sunshine is a scarce commodity. Ellsworth county has thirty school districts. The Grand Central was crowded with guests last week. The Smoky was on the rampage again last Saturday. There are dozens of tramps to one grasshopper in this part of Kansas. Master Frank Fox is hauling some big catfish out of the Smoky now-a-days. Our city authorities should make some provision for the proper drainage of Main Street and

Lincoln Avenue. The Woods self Binder has arrived and will be put to work next week on I. W. Phelps’ 160 acre field, six miles for the city, come and see. John L. Bell.

June 16, 1887 Ice Cream and cake at the school house grove Saturday evening. Miss Minnie Gray returned home last week from the college she has been attending in Missouri. Grand avenue is now open through the Hodgden addition, making a beautiful street of one mile in length. Wm. Flanders of Oak Creek has built a neat picket fence around his residence. He has a very neat home. There are more fine buggies, carriages and horses, owned by private individuals in Ellsworth, than in any city of its size in the west. Herbert L. Draper, of this city, graduated at the military academy at Annapolis, Md., June 9, 1887, No. 27, in a class of 44. “Lorraine” is the name of the new town just laid out by the Midland Town Company, on the Kansas Midland road, on Plum Creek flats, about 16 miles south of this city. Dr. E. R. Lang has now resumed

practice and can be found at the American House at all times, when not professionally engaged. His private room is No. 13 and for the present, will use the Ladies Parlor as a consultation room. Cochran & Hayden have brought to our office, a sample of the first kiln of brick burned at their yard near this city. Wellington & Brundage have our thanks for a beautiful and complete map of our city. Quite a large number of the young folks of this city, gave M. W. Santry, a surprise at the Grand Central, one evening last week, it being his birthday anniversary. “Mike” was in his glory and treated his friends royally. June 19, 1902 Miss Carrie Jaycox, of the Elkhorn, was granted the Marcella Howland Memorial Scholarship of the University of Kansas at a meeting of the faculty last Wednesday. The scholarship, for $60, was left to a deserving lady student of the University who has attained high standing in her work. Miss Jaycox has done exceptionally good work while she has been in the University and has deservedly earned the scholarship.

Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter • Thursday, September 6, 2012

Rising Stars Student Stars

Ellsworth parent receives grant

The Salina School District’s Heartland Programs has awarded scholarships for the 2012-13 academic year. Funds for the scholarships were received from employee donations. Heartland Programs operates Head Start programs in Salina, Abilene, Enterprise, Herington and Ellsworth. Jessica Placencia-Estrada was awarded a $1,000 Head Start Parent Scholarship. Jessica is the parent of a child in Head Start — Ellsworth, and is studying business management at Brown Mackie College, Salina.

Dahlke recognized by state KAY

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Creighton Reeves and Karlie Steinle help fill a cardboard trailer.

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“For part of last year, we were actually able to get rid of one of our dumpsters at the school,” Huseman said. Many of the products used in the school kitchen are shipped in cardboard boxes. “Just being able to recycle that much cardboard had a big impact on our school,” Huseman said. Brian Smith, Wilson School principal, said the recycling program saved the school $100 per month. Huseman said the recycling project is a way for Wilson FFA members to care for the community and the environment — preserving both for future generations. “Before we kicked off Wilson CARES, a few years before that, we were doing a small recycling project in the school,” she said. “At that point, all we collected were plastic bottles, paper and aluminum cans.” Once collected, the recyclables were taken to Ellsworth and placed into recycling trailers. “We were struggling with our school recycling project, because for us it was not convenient to load it all up in the car once a month and take it to Ellsworth,” Huseman said. “We needed a way to improve our efficiency.” She noted that while an Ellsworth County Recycling Program trailer visits Wilson one weekend a month to collect recyclables, for a lot of local residents it’s hard to find a place to store them until the trailer returns to town. “We realized if we could provide a service that was available to people every day, they would be more likely to participate,” Huseman added. The Wilson FFA placed a recycling trailer — actually a stock trailer with large cardboard collec-

"Eventually, our goal is to have a professional recycling trailer." Lindsey Huseman Wilson FFA

tion bins on it — near the school’s football field. The bins are labeled, so people know what to put in each bin. There are also plastic bins placed outside of the trailer in which to place recyclables. “We want to make it easier for people who are participating,” Huseman said. C and B Trucking of Sylvan Grove and Beverly provides the recycling trailer free of charge to the FFA. The trailer is taken monthly to Beverly by C and B Trucking, unloaded, and returned to Wilson. “We have everything sorted within the trailer, and they weigh it,” Huseman said. “Each month, the students are able to track how much we recycled. It was eyeopening for them to see how much waste just our school had created.” Acceptable items for collection are cardboard that has been broken down, empty plastic bottles without lids, aluminum cans, tin cans which are rinsed, white paper without staples, newspapers, magazines, and chip board — thin cardboard similar to a cereal box. Glass is not allowed. “Community members can bring their recyclables up anytime they want to,” Huseman said. This year, Huseman plans an education drive aimed at not only Wilson School staff and students, but members of the Wilson community to teach them how to prepare their recyclables. “It is very important to us that the recyclables are sorted, they are rinsed out, and there is no food or liquid left in the containers,” she said. “That is a problem we’ve ran

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into.” Huseman said Wilson FFA receives money from C and B Trucking for the aluminum cans it recycles. “Last year, we were able to get one penny per pound of everything else we recycled,” she said. “As long as we are able to keep everything sorted in the trailers, we’ll still be able to continue that this year. So it’s a small financial benefit ($200) to the FFA chapter. But we’ve been able to invest that money back into it.” Huseman said the Wilson FFA’s main concern is not the money — but to help the community. “Eventually, our goal is to have a professional recycling trailer,” Huesman said. Wilson FFA received a $2,000 grant from the National FFA Organization’s Living to Serve Environmental Grant program Aug. 16. The funds will be spent this school year on the Wilson CARES project. “The first part of it is going to be spent on purchasing new plastic containers to put into our classrooms, our local post office, and also larger plastic bins to put outside of our recycling trailer,” Huseman said. “The reason for those purchases is to simply make it easier and more convenient for people to recycle.” Funds from the grant will also be used to purchase signs to make the location of the recycling trailer more visible, as well as educational material Huseman can use in the classroom to help educate students about recycling, the importance of conservation, and getting involved.

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Three local students are among the 476 undergraduate and 57 graduate students who completed degree requirements in the summer 2012 term at Fort Hays State University. Clay Manes of Kanopolis, a teacher at Ellsworth Junior-Senior High School, received a Master’s of Art Degree in English. Jennifer Johnson of Wilson was awarded a Master’s of Science Degree in counseling. Holly Nondorf, also of Wilson, received a Bachelor of Science Degree in speech-language pathology.

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said. “Hopefully we will continue that. I think we’ve got a great staff and great students, so we kind of have that expectation to do well every year.” “I’m always proud,” Ellsworth-KanopolisGeneseo USD 327 superintendent Eric Reid said. “This is a great building that does a great job top to bottom on their academic achievement. The kids do an outstanding job — they work very hard to achieve what they do.” Reid is a former EES principal. “We’ve had our share of decorations,” he said. “But it’s the process — and our process is good. That’s one reason we have had a lot of success. We’ve got a lot of talented kids and teachers and

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Lady O’s win Ellsworth tennis tourney BY Mark mccoy Ellsworth County I-R

he Lady Oilers of Central Plains won the Ellsworth Invitational tennis tournament Aug. 28 in Ellsworth with a score of 49 points. Ellsworth placed fourth with a total of 41 points in a day of tough competition. In number one singles action, Lady Bearcat Rachael Herzog placed second. Herzog defeated Ellie Sherwood of Trego 8-1 and Oma Thomas of Ellinwood 8-3 before losing to Smoky Valley’s Jessica Van Raken by a score of 8-7. Central Plains’ Breanna Schartz placed fourth in the tournament. She defeated Danielle Timme of Concordia 8-0 before falling to Van Ranken 8-1. She beat Heather Crane of Lyons 8-1 but lost the third place match 8-3 to Ellinwood’s Thomas. In number two singles action, Ellsworth’s Tamara Podlena placed sixth. Podlena lost a

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The Lady Oilers’ number one doubles team of Janae Hekele, left and Katie Hipp, right, placed first at the Aug. 28 Ellsworth Invitational tennis tournament in Ellsworth.

close match to Hutchinson Trinity’s Emma Lanham 8-5 before defeating Smoky Valley’s Tiffani Peterson 8-5. She lost to Trego’s Allyson Denning by a score of 8-3 and Ellinwood’s Katie Shafer by a score of 8-2.

Central Plains’ McKenna Hammeke placed seventh in the number two singles bracket losing to Denning 8-3 in the first round and Shafer 8-4 in the second round of play. She defeated Peterson by a score of

8-3 for the seventh place finish. The Lady Oiler’s number one doubles team of Janae Hekele and Katie Hipp were impressive at the meet. They dispatched the Concordia team of Letourneau/Trigg by a score of 8-2; whipped the Ellinwood team of Doll/Patton by a score of 8-3 and won the first place medals by beating Smoky Valley’s team of Anderson/ Morrical 8-5. The Lady Bearcat number one doubles team of Julia Hood and Ashley Sippel placed fifth, beating Trinity’s team of Enslinger/Reade 8-4 before losing 8-3 to Smoky Valley. The girls lost to the Concordia team by a score of 8-1 before defeating Trinity 8-4 to take fifth place. The Lady O’s team of Karli Beck and Aubrey Kempke won the first place bracket in the number two doubles action, defeating McClure/Snyder of Lyons 8-0; Trinity’s team of Garcia/Walls by a score of 8-3 and Concordia’s team of Adams/McGuire 8-1 in the

championship match. The Lady Bearcat team of Callie Cunningham and Alyssa Lamb placed third, losing to Trinity by a score of 8-4 in the first round but whipping Ellinwood’s team of Monday/ Shafer 8-7 (2) in the second match. They defeated the Trinity team 8-6 to claim the third place medals. “It was a good start to the season,” said Lady Bearcat head coach Eric Anderson. “The one big thing I took out of it was — one, we are not where we need to be and two, we will get to where we need to be. “I thought that the girls played hard, although it was obvious that there were some nerves out there for the first match of the year. People don’t realize it, but when you come to the Ellsworth meet, you are playing some big dogs.” The Lady Bearcats next meet will be at 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13 in Ellsworth. The Lady Oilers will play at 10 a.m. today (Thursday ) in Lindsborg.

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Two Oilers bring down a Trojan running back as Colton Zink (21) and Chris Woolf (14) move in to assist Aug. 31 in Claflin.

Oilers too slippery for Stafford

BY Mark mccoy

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LAFLIN — The Central Plains Oilers whipped the Trojans of Stafford 38-8 Friday at a home football game in Claflin. The Oilers rolled up a whopping 30 points in the first quarter of the game and added eight in the second quarter for the win. Quarterback Bryce Steiner scored the first touchdown of the season on a 1-yard keeper, aided by the quick and powerful offensive line and the Oilers added the PAT points on a running play. Steiner found Colton Zink on a screen pass for an 8-yard pass for the next touchdown, but the PAT attempt failed. With 3:37 left in the first quarter, Steiner found tight end Joe Barton in the flats and the big man rolled 40 yards for a touchdown. Another Steiner pass was caught by Layne Bierberle for the PAT points. A 22-yard pass from Steiner to Bierberle resulted in the fourth touchdown of the quarter with 2:30 showing

on the clock. Merrit Hammeke punched in the PAT points for the Oilers. Bierberle took a punt return into the end zone at the 59 second mark of the quarter and caught a Steiner aerial for the final score of the period, giving the Oilers a comfortable 30-0 lead which was the score at halftime. Stafford made the lone touchdown of the second half in the third quarter of play on a 3-yard dive and added the PAT points for the final 38-8 score. Central Plains gained 121 yards on the ground in 36 carries averaging 3.4 yards per tote. Stafford had 100 yards on 44 carries. Both teams fumbled the ball four times. Steiner completed nine of 16 passes for 141 yards in the win, averaging 16.4 yards per throw. Zink booted the ball 285 yards on six kicks, averaging 47.5 yards per kick. Defensive stats were not available due to a computer malfunction. “I’m just glad that the first one is over” said head coach Chris Steiner. “We won the game, but we have a lot of work to do.” The Oilers will be on the road and will play at 7 p.m. Friday, when they take on Otis-Bison in Otis.

Ellsworth Recreation to sponsor Punt, Pass and Kick competition BY i-r staff

The Ellsworth Recreation Commission will be sponsoring the National Football League’s Punt, Pass and Kick competition at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16, at Ellsworth Junior/Senior High Low Field in Ellsworth. The annual competition is open to boys and girls ages 6-15 and is divided into 10 age groups. The top finishers of

the local competition will advance to a sectional competition. The winners of the sectional will have their scores compared with other sectional champions with the top four scorers of the sectional pool advancing to compete at a Kansas City Chiefs game to be announced at a later time. Entry forms are available online at NFLPPK.com; city hall or local schools.

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Tanisha Steinike goes up for a block against Lincoln Aug. 28 in Wilson.

Lady Dragons are undefeated at 5-0 BY Mark mccoy Ellsworth County I-R

LAFLIN — The Lady Dragon volleyball team is now 5-0 for the season, following victories in Wilson and Claflin. Wilson hosted a triangular Aug. 28 and destroyed Chase by scores of 25-7 and 25-11. Wilson also easily handled the Lady Leopards of Lincoln, defeating them by scores of 25-13 and 25-9. Karlie Steinle was 100 percent on serves making 31 of 31; Kasey Davis also turned in a perfect serving score with 19 of 19 and up-and-coming volleyball player Isabel Kriley made four of four for a perfect serving score in the wins. Davis had six aces and McKenzie Thrasher had 24 assists in the win. Antjelica Pfannenstiel scored 10 kills and seven blocks in the wins and Steinle and Shania Steinike each had five digs apiece.

Lady Dragons at Central Plains Quadrangular Wilson won the Aug. 30 Central Plains Quadrangular meet by defeating Chase, Natoma and Central Plains. The Lady Dragons knocked off Chase by scores of 25-14 and 25-21. The Lady Oilers gave the girls a tough time, forcing Wilson to play three games to get the win, with the final game going into extra points. They lost the first game 20-25, but won the following games by scores of 25-20 and 27-25. Natoma, always a strong rival for the Lady Dragons, also forced the girls into three games. Wilson won the first game 25-22, lost the second game 19-25 but pounded the Lady Tigers into submission by a score of 25-12 to win the match. Thrasher made 27 of 28 serves for 96 percent in the win and Davis made 26 of 27 for a 96

percent serving score. Pfannenstiel and Steinle each scored five aces apiece. Thrasher led the team with 43 assists and Davis pulled up 10 digs in the wins. Shania Steinike had six stuffblocks. Pfannenstiel is emerging as the team’s hitter, scoring 22 kills in the wins. “Overall, for the first week of competition, I am pleased with the hard work and determination the girls have shown,” said head coach Bob Powers. “They just don’t give up. We need to clean up our game and be more consistent with our passing and setting.” The Lady Dragons played their final home match of the season Tuesday in a quadrangular meet against Chase, Lincoln and Pike Valley. Like last season, the Lady Dragons will be “road warriors” as the remaining matches are away. Wilson will play at 4 p.m. today (Thursday) in Russell.

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Lady ‘Cats roll to a 4-2 start in volleyball BY Mark m coy c

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BELLEVILLE — The Lady Bearcat volleyball team won its first games of the season on the road at Republic County defeating the Lady Buffaloes in three games in the first match, 24-26; 25-20 and 26-24. In the second match they won in two games 25-23 and 25-12. Lady ‘Cat hitter Haley Connally racked up 20 kills and Lainey Dunn scored 15 spikes in the wins. Ella Koralek had 30 assists and Whitney Williams scored 25. Connally led the team in stuff blocks with nine and Dunn scored five. Brenn Cravens had 18 digs and Kailee Landon scored 14. Cravens and Connally each had three ace serves apiece. “Overall, I’m very pleased with the way the girls played,” said head coach Amy Johnson. “They kept a really good attitude when times got

tough. We missed a lot of serves — too many serves throughout the night. “Missing that many serves and holding on to get that first victory says a lot about our team, I think. We are going to improve throughout the season. It’s pretty exciting and they are pumped. I think that they realize that they can do anything if they work together as a team and that is really important.” “It was an awesome way to start the season off strong,” said the team’s setter, Williams. “I think that this is the beginning of how it’s going to be for the whole season.” Lady ‘Cats versus Ellinwood and Sterling It took the Lady Black Bears of Sterling three games to hand the Lady ‘Cats their first loss of the season Aug. 30 in the Bearcat Lair at Ellsworth. Sterling won the games by scores of 25-18; 14-25 and 25-16. However, the Lady ‘Cats demolished the

Lady Eagles of Ellinwood in the triangular meet, winning by scores of 25-19 and 25-11. Connally led the team in kills with 20; Dunn made 15 and Cravens scored 14 for the night. Williams and Koralek racked up 27 assists apiece. Dunn, Williams and Connally each had two stuff-blocks apiece and Kailee Landon had 25 digs for the night. Cravens and Connally each scored three ace serves apiece. The Lady ‘Cats will host the Ellsworth Invitational Volleyball tournament at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Bearcat Lair and city hall. Following pool play, the action will move to the Bearcat Lair for the final matches. The tournament is one of the premiere early season volleyball tournaments in the North Central Kansas region, with a lot of quality teams competing, including the Lady Oilers of Central Plains.

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Bearcat Riley Zamrzla escapes an open field tackle in the Aug. 31 loss to the Indians at Larned.

Reeves takes second at Lincoln meet

BY Mark mccoy

Ellsworth County I-R

LINCOLN — Creighton Reeves, of the small Wilson Dragon cross country team, placed second at the tough Lincoln Invitational cross country meet Aug. 30, turning in a time of 19.53.5. The Lincoln course is a brutal course at the beginning of the season due to a tall, steep hill that runners have to navigate twice during the race. Kevin Johnston placed 32nd out of 64 runners with a time of 25:16.9. “Kevin is fighting this allergy/cold stuff that is going around and it really bothered his breathing, so he struggled,” said coach Beth Ptacek. “Creighton ran a great race. I was really glad to see his hard work starting to pay off for him.” Jim Williams, the

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Creighton Reeves crosses the finish line in front of a Tescott runner Aug. 30 in Lincoln.

photographer for the Lincoln SentinelRepublican and a former Oklahoma State cross country star, reported that Reeves ran a great race. “He was up front most of the way and had really good form,” Williams said. “He

should have a good year. It was an impressive effort.” On the girls’ side, Niki Kempke was ill and did not compete. The Dragons are idle this week. They will run at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13, at the flat course in Bennington.

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Five Indian football players try to bring down Bearcat running back Trevor Miley in the Bearcat loss.

Bearcats fall 27-25 to Larned Indians BY Mark mccoy Ellsworth County I-R

LARNED — The Larned Indians eked by the Ellsworth Bearcats in the opening football game of the season, winning by a score of 27-25 in a battle of two new head coaches for both schools. A factor in the Bearcat defeat was the loss of running back Trevor Miley in the second half of the game due to dehydration. Miley has recovered and should be available to the ‘Cats Friday. Larned pulled to a 13-6 lead by the end of the first quarter. Ellsworth added a touchdown but the Indians scored a touchdown and booted an extra point for a 20-13 lead by halftime. The Indians added seven more points in the third quarter for a 37-13 lead.

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Ellsworth fought back in the fourth quarter of play by scoring a touchdown and recovering the onside kick following the score. The ‘Cats scored again but couldn’t get the ball over the goal line for the PAT to tie the game, giving the Indians the win. The ‘Cats rolled up 264 yards on the ground in 48 attempts, led by quarterback Takota Anderson with 98 yards on 20 carries. Mo Rojas and Miley each made 58 yards apiece; Zach Martin had a good game with 49 yards; Grant Glaser made 12 yards; Mikal Trevino gained eight yards and Riley Zamrzla gained three. Anderson threw for 115 yards on 19 attempts. Jesse Kidd led the receivers with 84 yards; Miley had 21 yards; Marshall Barkow caught the ball for 20 yards; Zamrzla had 11 yards; Trevino had five and Rojas caught the ball for a 4-yard gain.

Defensive statistics were not available at press time. The Bearcats will play North Central Activities Association rivals the Russell Broncos at 7 p.m. Friday in Russell.

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Chase Kats clip Dragons 64-50

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WILSON — Wilson Dragon Jordan Bess passed for 257 yards, completing 20 of 32 tosses in the Aug. 31, 64-50 loss to the Chase Kats in Wilson. The first quarter ended in a 6-6 tie and Chase added two touchdowns compared to the Dragons’ one for an 18-12 lead by the end of the second quarter. The third quarter was a scoring frenzy as both teams added 24 points to the tally. The Kats won the game in the fourth quarter, by scoring 22 points compared to Wilson’s 14 for the final score. Wilson gained 144 yards on the ground in 30 carries, averaging 4.8 yards per tote. Bess also led the team in rushing, carrying the pig-

skin 14 times for 76 yards, compiling a 5.43 average. Braydan Browning carried the ball seven times for 29 yards; Jonathan Steinike made 21 yards on four totes and Marcus Denham made 18 yards on five carries. Browning was the favorite target of quarterback Bess, making 10 receptions for 128 yards; Cole Zelenka caught the ball four times for 58 yards; Denham had three receptions for 46 yards; Justin Zamecnik caught a 21-yard pass and Steinike pulled a pass down for a 1-yard gain in the loss. On the defensive side of the ball, Browning led the Dragons in tackles scoring 10 tackles and assists. Denham scored eight; Bess and nosetackle Alex Borell made seven apiece; Zelenka brought down six; Jarod Shelton and Zamecnik each had four and Steinike and John Rich each made a tackle apiece. Zelenka made the only sack of the game for the

Dragons. Bess punted the ball three times for a total of 54 yards and Browning booted the ball 183 yards on five attempts. Browning was also the kickoff return leader with 134 yards in five carries. “We had six turnovers — three interceptions and three fumbles that cost us the game,” said head coach Tony Brokes. “We were able to move the football offensively and able to make some stops defensively. But one interception was for a touchdown and two fumbles resulted in touchdowns. “Ball security is a fixable problem and we are going to get that fixed this week in practice before we meet Kinsley.” The Dragons will be on the road Friday when they travel to Kinsley to take on the Coyotes. Kick-off will be at 7 p.m.

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Action from the Wilson versus Central Plains volleyball match Aug. 30 in Claflin.

Lady O’s are 2-1 BY Mark mccoy Ellsworth County I-R

CLAFLIN — The Lady Oilers volleyball team is 2-1 following the Aug. 30 Central Plains quadrangular meet in Claflin. The Lady O’s beat Natoma in two games, 25-21 and 25-22, but lost to the Lady Dragons of Wilson in three games, 25-20, 20-25 and 25-27. Central Plains whipped the Lady Kats of Chase by scores of 25-9 and 25-23.

“It was good to get the season going,” said head coach Britney Tenbrink. “We know we have a lot to work on and there is a lot of room for improvement. We are a young team and are learning to mesh together. Hopefully once all the kinks are worked out we will be a stronger more solid team.” The Lady O’s will compete at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Ellsworth Invitational Volleyball tournament in Ellsworth.

Ellsworth’s number one singles player Rachel Herzog returns the ball in the Aug. 28 Ellsworth Invitational tennis tournament.

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Religion The fool Church Services IR

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United Methodist Lori Persigehl, pastor 114 W. Anderson Church: (785) 225-6875 Sunday school: 9:30 a.m. Sunday service: 10:30 a.m. St. Joseph’s Catholic Msgr. James E. Hake West Third Sunday Mass: 8 a.m.

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Holy Name Catholic Fr. Robert Spencer Asst. Fr. Edmond Kline 296 Third Rd., (620) 562-3427 Mass: 8 a.m. Sunday and Wed. 6 p.m. United Methodist Gene Langhofer, pastor 213 Third (620) 562-3393 Sunday service: 9 a.m. Sunday school: 10:15 a.m. Salem United Methodist Ryan Lynch, pastor 517 Ave. E, (620) 562-3334 Sunday service: 10:45 a.m. Sunday school: 9:30 a.m.

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United Methodist Stephen Holmes, pastor Phone: (785) 472-8773 Sunday school: 8:30 a.m. Sunday service: 9:45 a.m.

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First Lutheran – ELCA Diane Wagner, AIM 417 Coleman, (785) 658-2252 Sunday service: 9 a.m. St. Joseph’s Catholic Fr. Jarett Konrade Saturday Mass: 6 p.m.

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Harvest Bible Church Tad Trapp, pastor 907 Evans, (785) 531-1969 Sunday service: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Study: 7 p.m. Assembly of God Exie Barber, pastor 108 W. Eighth, (785) 472-3232 Bible study: 9:45 a.m. Sunday service: 10:50 a.m. Sunday evening service: 6 p.m. Wednesday service: 7 p.m. Holy Apostles Episcopal Phyllis Flory, pastor 103 W. Fourth, (785) 493-2760 Sunday service: 9 a.m.

Sr. Warden, (785) 658-3571 First Presbyterian Amy Jo Hawley, interim pastor 405 N. Lincoln, (785) 472-5557 Sunday school: 9:15 a.m. Sunday service:10:30 a.m. Immanuel Lutheran LC – MS Dennis Dufon, pastor Church: (785) 472-4045 Sunday service: 9:30 a.m. SS following service TV ministry: Sun. 4 p.m. and Thurs. 7 p.m. St. Bernard’s Catholic Fr. Steve Heina 10th and Kansas (785)4723136 Sunday Mass: 10 a.m. St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran LC – MS Philip Hoppe, pastor (785) 472-3712 Sunday service: 10:00 a.m. Adult Bible class: 9:00 a.m. Sunday school: 9:00 a.m. Smoky Hill Baptist Billy Kryger, pastor 1007 Evans, (785)472-5587 Sunday school: 9:45 a.m. Sunday service: 10:45 a.m. Afternoon service: 1:30 www.smokyhillbaptistchurch.com United Methodist Theresa Forshee, pastor (785)472-3870 322 N. Douglas Sunday school: 9:30 a.m. Sunday service: 10:45 a.m. Youth group: Wed. 6:30-8 p.m. TV ministry: Sunday 10:30 & 12:45 a.m. www.ellsworthumc.com

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Geneseo United Methodist Ticia Bennett, pastor 407 8th, (620) 824-6498 Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. UMW: 3rd. Thursday - 1:30 p.m.

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St. Paul United Church of Christ Debby Rains, pastor 301 E. Nassau, (785) 252-3410 Adult Bible study: 9:30 a.m. Sunday service: 10:30 a.m. Awsome Kids Club: Wed., 6 p.m. St. Peter Lutheran Dan Harders, pastor 209 S. County Rd. Church: (785) 252-3275 Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study: 10:30 a.m. St. Mary’s Catholic Fr. Jarett Konrade

Concord Street Sunday Mass: 8 a.m.

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United Methodist Stephen Holmes, pastor 103 S. Missouri Church: (785) 472-8773 Sunday school: 10 a.m. Sunday worship: 11 a.m. St. Ignatius Catholic Fr. Steve Heina 127 N. Missouri Rectory: (785) 472-4874 Saturday Mass: 5:30 p.m.

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First Baptist Church 320 W. Wichita (785) 472-5334 Sunday school: 9:45 a.m. Sunday service: 10:45 a.m. Sun. evening service: 7 p.m. Youth Group : 7 p.m. Wednesday: AWANA, preschool to Jr. High, 6:30 p.m.

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Excelsior Lutheran – ELCA Pastor Ron MacLennan and Marcia MacLennan Contact Minister - Diane Wagner (785) 658-2252 Nine miles NE of Wilson off I-70 Sunday service: 8:30 a.m. First Baptist Joe DiVietro, pastor Brett Denham, asst. pastor Old Highway 40, (785) 6582499 Sunday school: 9:30 a.m. Sunday services: 10:30 a.m. Sunday evening services: 6:00 p.m. AWANA (Children’s Bible study): — Wednesday, 7 p.m. Youth group (6-12 grades): — Sunday 6 p.m. First Presbyterian & United Methodist Becki Stredney, pastor 319 24th St. or 2424 Ave. F Church: (785) 658-2191 Worship and SS alternating monthly between churches Joint SS: 9:30-11:00 a.m. Joint Sunday service: 10 a.m. Immanuel Lutheran – ELCA Jim Wagner, pastor 2819 Ave. F Church: (785) 658-2252 Saturday service: 5:30 p.m. Sunday service: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. St. Wenceslaus Catholic Fr. Jarett Konrade 2807 Ave. D (785) 658-3361 Sunday Mass: 10 a.m.

ll of us have done foolish things. I hate to remember some of the dumb, foolish things I did when I was growing up. I can remember one boring afternoon when I was to baby-sit my brothers and a few other kids from our neighborhood. My mom left me with all the kids and everyone was bored out of their minds. I decided to entertain all the kids by jumping stuff on my RM 250 dirt bike. They were very happy with my decision. After awhile, they got bored with that, so I began to move them closer to get a good look at what amazing skills I had on my motorcycle. I think you can see where this is going. It was not long before I was jumping over the kids and all their friends who stopped by to watch the show. Praise the Lord no one got hurt. I was a fool. If you open your Bible with me, you can read the parable of another fool in Luke 12:13-21. This story is given to us by the Lord to warn us of coveting. I believe this story was no joke to Christ because he warns us in Matthew 5:22 the seriousness of calling someone a fool. So why did Christ call this man a fool? 1. He was living for the wrong things. There is nothing wrong in working hard. It is commanded by God that we work hard for our employers. There is nothing wrong in wanting to have nice things, but it is a sin for those nice things to own you. I see couples everyday where men are working two jobs and their wife is working one or two jobs, just so they can go to neat places or have nice things. All the while, their family is destroyed and many times they lose their marriage as well. How sad is that? 2. He was going to die and was not ready. In this life there are two things for certain, death and taxes. In the book of James chapter 4 it tells us this life is but a vapor. This man was so busy trying to get everything he could in this life, that he never planned for the next one. He wasn’t ready. Can I ask you a personal question?

From heaven the Lord looks down on the earth. The nations shall revere your name, O LORD, and all the kings of the earth your glory, When the LORD has rebuilt Zion and appeared in his glory; When he has regarded the prayer of the destitute, and not despised their prayer. Let this be written for the generation to come, and let his future creatures praise the LORD:

Pastor Brett Denham

Pastor’s Podium Are you ready? Notice I didn’t ask you what church you go to, or if you give to the poor, etc. ... According to God’s Word, our good works are like filthy rags before the Lord. Is there a time in your life that your eyes were opened to the fact that you are a sinner? It is those sins that keep you separated from God. Did you know that you can take care of those sins right now? By simply admitting you are a sinner, asking Jesus to forgive you of your sins and surrendering your life to Christ by putting all your faith and trust in Him and what He did for you on the cross, you can be saved from you sins. That is called the “good news of the gospel”. (Romans 3:10, 3:23, 6:23, 5:8, 10:9-13 — read these verses and see for yourself.) I can tell you that I no longer jump over kids on my motorcycle or do the things that foolish young people do with their spare time. I can also tell you I am ready to meet my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I look forward to hearing the words, ”Well done, good and faithful servant” and not the dreaded words, “Thou fool”, in his righteous judgment. My friend, I beg of you, as the great prophet Isaiah said in Isaiah 55:6, “Seek the Lord while He may be found, call upon Him while He is near.”

Pastor’s Podium The Pastor’s Podium column is offered each week by a different pastor or lay person representing an Ellsworth County church. This week’s columnist is Brett Denham, assistant pastor of the First Baptist Church, Wilson.

“The LORD looked down from his holy height, from heaven he beheld the earth, To hear the groaning of the prisoners, to release those doomed to die.” The children of your servants shall abide, and their posterity shall continue in your presence, That the name of the LORD may be declared in Zion, and his praise, in Jerusalem, When the peoples gather together, and the kingdoms, to serve the LORD.

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Courthouse Notes, Etc. child passenger safety, restraining systems and seat belts, $158; driving while license was cancelled/suspended/ revoked, $145. Larry Dean Hill, parking, standing or stopping in a prohibited area, $284. Eddie R. Hook, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, first conviction, $1,293. William Dale Horn, improper safety belt or shoulder harness, $143. John Irving Houseal III, speeding, $188. Craig John Hurn, speeding, $143. Felicia R. Kinnaman, speeding, $143. Brandon Lee Kralik, failure to wear a seat belt, $10. Timothy Joseph Lewis, speeding, $173. Nicole D. Lytle, speeding, $173. Larry Allen Macphale, driving on the left in a no-passing zone, $173. Brittany Lauren Molina, speeding, $272. Aucencio G. Moya, speeding, $143. Bruce L. Myers, speeding, $143. Kathleen Paduano, speeding, $143. Jacob D. Palmer, driving while license was cancelled. suspended/ revoked, $198. Richard A. Plinsky, speeding, $167. Bryan P. Poerner, speeding, $149. Maxim J. Queen, speeding, $143.

Manuel Alfonso Ramos, speeding, $143. Amy Michelle Ridder, speeding, $143. Austin Jeffrey Rombeck, speeding, $143. Wendelin Schoendaller Jr., speeding, $272. James William Shaffer, parking, standing or stopping in a prohibited area, $224. Brian Kirk Stephenson, speeding, $143. Jacob Milton Vincent, speeding, $260. Alan L. Wacker, speeding, $143. Tammy Lee Wonser, speeding, $236. Norma A. Zugina, speeding, $188.

District Court

MARRIAGE LICENSES – Marsha Bell, Ellsworth, and John Beauchamp, Ellsworth. DISORDERLY CONDUCT — State of Kansas vs. Michael L. Hubbard, disorderly conduct. Hubbard pleaded guilty. He was ordered to pay a $160 docket fee, a $45 booking fee, and a $100 fine. GIVING A WORTHLESS CHECK — State of Kansas vs. Shane M. Boden, giving a worthless check, two counts. Boden pleaded guilty to both counts. He was ordered to serve 60 days in the Ellsworth County Jail, suspended. The jail term was suspended contingent upon Boden paying $385.48 in full by Sept. 28, and abid-

ing by the terms of a one month unsupervised probation. He was ordered to a $160 docket fee, a $45 booking fee, a $60 county attorney bad check administration fee, and $120.48 restitution to the Ellsworth Co-op.

Sheriff Department

NON-INJURY ACCIDENTS — At 2:28 p.m. Aug. 26, Kailee Landon, 16, Kanopolis, was driving on 16th Road in a 1996 Jeep sports utility vehicle. Approximately one-tenth of a mile north of Avenue M, the Landon auto left the road. She over corrected, and the Jeep rolled. Damage was over $1,000. Neither Landon nor her passenger, Teagan Tanuis, 6, Ellsworth, were injured. On Aug. 28, Thomasa Cisneros, 77, Kanopolis, was backing a 2005 Dodge Caravan out of a driveway at 222 N. Illinois in Kanopolis. In the process, she backed into a 2006 Honda Civic owned by Leon Rodriguez of Ellsworth. Damage was over $1,000. No injuries were reported. At 1:15 a.m. Aug. 29, Kerstie Stumps, 20, Claflin, was driving north on Fifth Road in a 2003 GMC sports utility vehicle when she hit a deer. Damage was over $1,000. No injuries were reported. BURGLARY/THEFT — Between Aug. 21 and

Aug. 22, D&S Convenience Store, 275 Highway 14, Ellsworth, was the victim of a burglary and theft. Taken were beer, pop, cash and change. Total loss was $1,291. According to Sheriff Tracy Ploutz, there was no forced entry into the building. He said there is a suspect in the case, but no arrests have been made yet. A report has been forwarded to the Ellsworth County attorney. BATTERY — On Aug. 27, Tamara Stumps, 36, Holyrood, was the victim of a battery at 308 East Concord in Holyrood. A report has been forwarded to the Ellsworth County attorney.

Deeds

Thomas and Beverly Bronleewe convey and warrant to Jason and Erin Stansbury a portion of the west half of the southwest quarter of Section 3-17-9 in Ellsworth County, Kan. Patrick and Virginia Hoffman convey and warrant to Mark C. Kennedy Lot 125 in Briscoe’s Second Addition to the City of Ellsworth. Berekeley Real Estate Holdings LLC conveys and warrants to Deborah K. Thornton a portion of Lots 3 and 4 in Block 9, Hodgden’s Addition to the City of Ellsworth. Mark and Claudia Hochman convey and warrant to SKMK of

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Ellsworth Police

NON-INJURY ACCIDENTS — At 12:10 p.m. Aug. 21, Robert H. Taylor, 55, Ellsworth, was backing a 2011 Nissan out of a parking stall at Great Plains Manufacturing in Ellsworth. In the process, he tapped a 1975 Chevrolet pickup driven by David D. Kempke, 53, Ellsworth, who was backing the pickup out of a parking stall across from the Taylor auto. At 8:05 a.m. Aug. 21, Alissa Webb of Geneseo was parking her 1988 Chevrolet pickup in the Ellsworth High School parking lot on the south side of a parked 2004 GMC Sierra pickup owned by Grant Glaser, 16, Ellsworth. In the process, Webb got too close to the Glaser pickup and struck it. THEFT — Between Aug. 17 and Aug. 18, Jeff Conley was the victim of theft at 609 N. Washington Avenue in Ellsworth. Taken were 43 prescription pills. CRIMINAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY — On Aug. 17, Barbara L. Holm was the victim of criminal damage to property at 401 E. Ninth Street in Ellsworth. Damaged was a double window pane valued at $500.

West Nile Virus cases confirmed in Kansas Special to the I-R

OPEKA — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has learned that there are five confirmed cases of West Nile Virus in the state. Health officials here say an additional 14 cases reported are probable. Of the 19 total cases reported in Kansas, one patient has died due to West Nile Virus. “Sadly, someone in Kansas has died due to West Nile virus disease. In many places around the country, including

Kansas, cases are on the rise. We want to bring this to everyone’s attention as we expect an increase in this disease before winter is here, and we strongly encourage the use of methods that prevent mosquito bites,” said Dr. Robert Moser, KDHE secretary and state health officer. As of noon Aug. 24, the case count by county in Kansas was Sedgwick, 12; Douglas, 1; Harvey,1; Pottowatomie,1; Reno, 1; Stafford, 1; Sumner, 1; and Trego,1. No other details about the patients or the one death will be provided at this time.

West Nile Virus can be spread to people through bites from infected mosquitoes, but it is not contagious from person to person. Symptoms range from a slight headache and low-grade fever to swelling of the brain or brain tissue and in rare cases, death. People who have had West Nile virus before are considered immune. KDHE recommends the following precautions to protect against West Nile Virus: • When you are outdoors, use insect repellent containing an EPAregistered active ingredi-

ent on skin and clothing, including DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, or IR3535. Follow the directions on the package. • Many mosquitoes are most active at dusk and dawn. Be sure to use insect repellent and wear long sleeves and pants at these times or consider staying indoors during these hours. • Make sure you have good screens on your windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out. • Get rid of mosquito breeding sites by emptying standing water from flower pots, buckets and

barrels. Change the water in pet dishes and replace the water in bird baths weekly. Drill holes in tire swings so water drains out. Keep children’s wading pools empty and on their sides when they aren’t being used. Cases are most common in the late summer and early fall months. In 2011, one confirmed case of West Nile virus was reported in Kansas. The three-year median for WNV for 2008-2010 was five cases. Incidences declined sharply after 2003; this is likely due to acquired immunity through exposure to the

virus. Birds are not tested for West Nile Virus in Kansas and KDHE will not be collecting information about dead birds. If you find a dead bird, KDHE recommends that you wear gloves, place the bird in a plastic bag, and dispose of it in the garbage. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides this web page with additional information about West Nile Virus and preventing mosquito bites: http:// www.cdc.gov/features/ StopMosquitoes/.

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420 24th Street â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wilson Investment Property 17 One Bedroom Apartments PRICE REDUCED!

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Lot with one car garage or storage shed Corner Ave D & 30th St. For More Information & Photos Go to our web page Victorbros.com

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Victor Bros. Auction & Realty, Inc. P.O. Box 5, Wilson, KS 67490 Frank Princ - Broker - 785-658-7003 Shelly Whitmer - Salesperson - 785-658-5525 Vicky Kaiser - Salesperson - 620-587-2326 www.victorbros.com

OPEN HOUSES - SUNDAY, SEPT. 9 1 - 2 p.m.

502 Kingsley, Ellsworth

307 E. 4th, Ellsworth

4 Bdrm, 2 Bath w/full finished bsmt, custom fireplace, & a . garage. Only $119,500

3 Bdrm, 2 Bath home w/ 2 car detached garage & fireplace. All new interior and mechanicals. Call to view today.

2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

401 Bradley, Ellsworth

5 Bdrm, 3 Bath home w/ fireplace, CH/A, finished bsmt & wonderful deck. $199,500. Call to view today.

413 Bradley, Ellsworth

4 Bdrm, 3 Bath beautiful home. Full finished bsmt updated interior, great yard & 4 car garage. Priced at $162,000

Contact Joni at: 472-4436 or 531-0929 See the rest of our listings on...

400 acres native grassland pasture just 1 mile north of Brookville, 12 miles west of Salina. Good stock water pond, windmill, corrals. Blacktop road providing good access. Rolling terrain. Good location for residential site. (720) 215-6674. 2-4p

2 AUCTIONS / 2 DAYS ONLINE AUCTION Bidding Ends September 13th, 8pm

Ranch-Style Brick Home: 1212sf, 3BR, 1BA, 100x150 corner lot, 1 car garage + carport

located at 2912 Ave F, Wilson, KS

PREVIEW: Saturday, September 8th, 10am-12pm

PERSONAL PROPERTY ESTATE AUCTION

Saturday, September 8th, 10am â&#x20AC;˘ 2912 Ave F, Wilson KS

LR, DR, BR furn; kitchen & small appliances; collectibles; asstd glass & dishes, Rogers 1847 silverware; Stanley riding mower; push & self-propelled mowers; plus more ALBERT WALLERT EST, Seller Add'l info & bidding instructions at : www.uctheurerauctions.com

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785-472-3765

Twila Lindsley, Manager TDD Users Call 800-766-3777

Melvinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sewing Machine Sales and Service, 33 years experience. Service any make. Leave requests at Robsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. (785) 472-3931. 14-tfc-c

Farmers Market Ellsworth Farmers Market: New potatoes, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, watermelon, cantaloupe, sweet corn, baked goods, etc. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Hours: Saturday, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Located across from Museum. 40-tfc-c

Garage Sale Lots of baby items and misc. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sept. 8 at 426 W. Douglas, Ellsworth (across the street from the old cemetery). 3-1p Garage Sale, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, Sept. 7. Kids and adults clothes, toys and misc. 605 Crestview Dr. in the back. 3-1p Moving sale: Appliances large/small, furniture, vacuum, garden tools, other tools. 8 a.m. to noon, Sat. Sept. 8. 303 W. 13th, Ellsworth. 3-1p

Wanted Wanted to buy coin and currency collections, gold and silver jewelry, any shape, pocket watches, guns and war memorabilia. Call Steve (785)472-1340. 12-tfc-c

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N ow Show ing:Septem ber 7-9

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2 BD Duplexes for rent in Wilson and Kanopolis Contact Christi at 785-472-1130

Try One Of Our Great Popcorn And Soda Combos

Ages 4 - 12 -$ 4 (3D- $ 5)

First Show

Is your phone silent instead of ringing?

Fri & Sat 7 pm ;Su n 3pm

PG (1 hr 40 m in)

Tickets:2 & U nder Free;A du lts $5; C hildren 3-12/Seniors $4.00; Add $1.00 per ticketfor 3D M ovies

Lucas Area Community Theater

Adults - $ 5 (3D - $ 6)

Second Show

You never know when someone is looking for what you may offer. Call (785) 472-5085 today to place your ad and get your phone ringing again!

Call for Movie Schedule 785-525-7747 or www.LucasTheater.org Sept. 7, 8, 9 7 Fri. & Sat., 5 Sun.

Sept. 7, 8, 9 9 Fri. & Sat., 7 Sun.

116 S. Main - Lucas KS - 785-525-7747 www.LucasTheater.org

For Sale The VFW Auxiliary (former Lions Club) calendars are available for $5 apiece at Fashion Flair, 110 E. 1st St., Ellsworth. Includes school events, birthdays, anniversaries. 3-4nc

For Sale Sears 10 inch Radial Arm Saw. Attachments and wheeled stand included. Home shop use only.

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Fort Scott Airport Day & Air Show September 8, Fort Scott Bring the Family! Aerobatic Air Show, Military Flybys, Planes/Helicopters Display, Live Music, Food & Beverage. FortScott.com Walnut Valley Festival September 12-16, WinďŹ eld 41st annual world famous acoustic music festival. Contests, concerts, workshops, arts and crafts, camping, food & family fun. wvfest.com Roundup Ranch Experience Se September 15, Dodge City Take in the most exciting ranch rodeos in Kansas, enjoy meals cooked over the campďŹ re, and experience the real west! (620) 225-2244, dodgecityroundup.org Dorzweiler Memorial Polka Fest September 15-16, Hays Two days of polka bands playing continuous polkas, waltzes and schottisches. Traditional German food & beer for sale on site. Sunday morning Polka Mass. HaysUSA.net

220 Lincoln Arc Welder on wheels. Hoods, cables, some rods included. Home shop use only.

Bikes, Bombers & ButterďŹ&#x201A;ies Weekend September 21-23, Great Bend Great Bend AirFest, Big Bend Bike Rally, & Mad About Mona Monarchs event are all happening on the weekend. (877) 427-9299, visitgreatbend.com

ProForce portable generator. 3125 Peak Watts. 2500 Watts constant. 120 Volt two plug ins, Monitor panel safety shutdowns. Like new.

McPherson Scottish Festival September 22-23, McPherson National Highland athletes turning the caber. Pipe Bands; Celtic Music; Irish & Scottish Dance. Crafts C & games for kids & more! (800) 324-8022, macfestival.org

Campbell Hausfeld portable high pressure washer. 1300 PSI, 1.8 gpm, 120 volt. Like new.

Professional Roughstock Series World Finals September 22-23, Salina See the best in Rodeo compete in Bareback, Saddle Bronc & Bull Riding for the PRS World Championship at Bicentennial Center! (888) 826-SHOW, 826-SH bicentennialcenter.com

Bostitch air operated brad nailer with brads. Little use. Call the I-R today at (785) 472-5085 or stop by 304 N. Douglas to place your garage sale ad and enjoy a successful sale!

Pride of the Prairie

Movies

Submersible Pumps & Service. Mikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pump and Windmill Service. (785) 472-4919. 14-tfc-c

UCTheurerAuctions.com

785-472-5085

â&#x20AC;˘ 1 & 2 bedroom units

Pasture clearing, licensed and insured, eight years experience. Call Gordon Krueger. (785) 526-7729 or (785) 658-5746. 40-tfc

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Auction

Chisholm Trail Apts.

Three, two and one bedroom apartments for rent at Bender Apartments. Please call (785) 476-5471 for applications. 49-tfc

Bostitch air operated finish nailer with nails. Little use.

Call 785-472-5490

Kansas Championship Ranch Rodeo September 28-29, Medicine Lodge Ranch teams from across the state compete in events such as Bronc Riding, Wild Cow Milking, Branding and more! (620) 886-9815, peacetreaty.org

Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter • Thursday, September 6, 2012

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Help Wanted The Salina Journal is looking for a carrier for the city of Kanopolis. If interested, call 1-800-827-6363, ext. 335, and leave a message. 2-2c Center manager position available. Outgoing, enthusiastic person who is willing to host seniors by coordinating meals and file monthly reports. Six hours a day, M-F. Applications available at the Ellsworth Senior Center, 115 E. North Main, Ellsworth, KS. Questions: send resume to NC-FH AAA, 401 Houston St., Manhattan, KS or call 1-800-432-2703 or (785) 776-9294. EOE/AA. 3-3c

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Manager wanted: The Ellsworth Housing Authority is sending an office manager, 30 hour work week. Computer knowledge, working with the elderly and management skills are essential. Send resume to Ellsworth Housing Authority, 811 Elizabeth St., Ellsworth, KS 67439, by 3 p.m., Friday, Sept. 14, 2012. 3-2c Venture Corporation is now hiring laborers for the Russell County area. Contact Leslie at (620) 7925921. Equal Employment Opportunity. 3-2c Full-time meat cutter/ wrapper. Apply in person at Ellsworth Packing, Inc., west end of South Main. 3-1c

Statewide Career Opportunity ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Criminal Justice, *Hospitality. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. SCHEV certified. Call 888-220-3977 www. CenturaOnline.com Help Wanted Exp. Flatbed Drivers: Regional opportunities now open with plenty of freight & great pay! 800-277-0212 or primeinc.com Help Wanted/Truck Driver Drivers: NO EXPERIENCE? Class A CDL Driver Training. We train and

Employ! Experienced Drivers also Needed! Central Refrigerated (877) 369-7885 www.centraltruckdrivingjobs. com “You got the drive, We have the Direction” OTR Drivers APU Equipped Pre-Pass EZ-pass passenger policy. Newer equipment. 100% NO touch. 1-800-528-7825 Misc. AIRLINES CAREERS Become an Aviation Maintenance Tech. FAA approved training. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-248-7449.

Living with VISION LOSS? If you’ve been diagnosed with macular degeneration, find out if special microscopic or telescopic glasses can help you see better. Even if you have been told nothing can be done you owe it to yourself to seek a second opinion.

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locations throughout Kansas

Service Technicians Needed

HorizonWest Inc. is looking for experienced diesel/farm equipment service technicians for our Sidney and Scottsbluff locations in western Nebraska . These are full time positions. We are one of the area’s leaders in agricultural equipment technology. We offer competitive wages, time & 1/2 for OT, matching 401k retirement plan, and a service incentive program. There is also Health/Dental/Life Insurance, personal time off, 7 paid holidays, uniform allowance, a tool reimbursement program and factory schooling/training.

Call: Bruce at 308-635-3727 or toll free at 888-322-7344 or send resume to PO Box 1070 Scottsbluff, NE 69363

Livestock

Applications are being accepted for a full time school custodian for the Wilson Schools. Please visit www.usd112.org for an application or contact Brian Smith at 785-658-3555.

Sylvan Sales Commission L .L .C.

September 10th Special Calf & Yearling Sale 1000 Calves 400 Yrlings Regular Sales Every Monday To Consign Cattle Contact

The Ellsworth County Sheriff’s Department is accepting applications for a part-time Corrections Officer/Jailer Position. This position is open until filled. Please pick up applications or send a resume to 212 North Kansas Ellsworth, Kansas 67439. Applications can also be requested at tracy.ploutz@leo.gov. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants need to have a high school diploma or equivalent, be at least 18 years of age, have no prior felony or disqualifying convictions. E.O.E.

Toby Meyer - 785-658-5772 • Brad Zorn - 785-658-7124 • Ryan Obermueller - 785-658-5858 • John Perry - 785-488-8061 Cody Murray - 785-738-8055 Sale Barn - 785-526-7123

FARMERS & RANCHERS LIVESTOCK COMMISSION CO. Salina, KS

Receipts for the week totaled 3203 cattle and 123 hogs. Butcher hog top on Monday was $50.50.

STEERS

300-400 400-500 500-600 600-700 700-800 800-900 900-1000

$179-189.00 $170-178.00 $160-169.50 $147-156.25 $133-142.75 $130-139.50

HEIFERS

$155-164.00 $154-162.00 $140-149.75 $133-141.00 $125-134.00 $119-129.00

300-400 400-500 500-600 600-700 700-800 800-900 900-1000

Early Consignments for September 6th : 18 s&h 450, 245 blk strs 825-925 off grass plus more by sale time.

In stock today 6’8” X 14 Bumper Pull GR Trailer • 6’8” X 28 GR Gooseneck Stock Trailer 6’8” X 16 GR Gooseneck Stock Trailer • 6’8” X 16 GR Gooseneck Stock Trailer Half Top 6’8” X 16 GR Gooseneck Stock Trailer Half Top • Trip Hopper Feeders Heavy Duty Round Bale Feeders For a complete list of cattle for all sales check out our website at: www.fandrlive.com

The Ellsworth County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for a full time Deputy Sheriff Position. This position is open until filled. This position requires shift work as assigned. Must be 21 years of age; Must have a high school diploma or the equivalent; No felony convictions; No domestic violence convictions; Possess a valid Kansas Driver License or obtain one within the required time; Able to obtain Kansas Law Enforcement certification within one year of being hired. Applications can be requested at tracy.ploutz@leo.gov or pickup applications at 212 North Kansas Avenue Ellsworth, Kansas 67439. E.O.E.

We are proud to have been chosen to host: Advanced Beef Cattle Care & Handling Training Featuring Beef Quality Assurance Training & Certiﬁcation Brought to you by Kansas Beef Council and Beef Cattle Institute @KSU Wednesday, September 12th at 6 p.m. Please pre register @ 785-532-4528 by September 5th.

Special Cow sale Monday September 17th starting at 6 p.m

Early Consignments include: 50 fancy angus hfrs OCHV’d So. Dakota origin bred to Ohlde bulls heavy springers finished calving by November 10, 60 mostly blk cows 3-5 yrs bred angus fall bred, 20 blk 5 yr pairs with 200# angus calves, 19 blk cows 2nd & 3rd calvers fall bred, 45 blk/charX 5-10 yr cows late winter early spring calves, 40 blk/red angus/char cows 3-6 yrs, 3 blk angus cows 5-7 yrs bred blk angus plus more by sale time.

Fall Classic Catalog Horse Sale October 13, 2012 4th annual F&R Futurity October 12th starting at 1 p.m Rope horse preview Friday October 12th at 6 p.m Fall Classic Catalog Horse Sale Saturday October 13th at 10 am 15th Annual Colt and Yearling Sale Sunday October 14th 10 am Due to the passing of long time AQHA breeder Larry Crum we are offering Larry’s entire herd to public auction. These horses are the progeny of the great horse High Brow Husker. An outstanding performance horse himself earning 286.5 points in calf roping, heeling, and working cow horse while being ridden by the likes of PRCA cowboys Trevor Brazile, Troy Pruitt, and Darnel Johnson. This is a great opportunity to purchase horses form a proven breeding program offered to you as a complete herd dispersal. Selling will be everything from colts, broodmares, to riding horses. We will also be selling 48 straws of semen of High Brow Husker. These horses will start selling at lot 114 to 153. This is your chance of a lifetime so plan on being here October the 13th.

*Cattle sales broadcast LIVE on www.cattleusa.com* Register before sale day to be approved • Call Barn for Details

Sale Manager - Mike Samples - 785-825-0211 Ofc. • 785-826-7884 Cell Salina, Kansas Listen to our markets on KSAL, Salina at 6:45 a.m. on Monday thru Friday. For more information or to consign cattle call sale barn or: Fieldman Representatives: Kenny Briscoe • Lincoln, KS • 785-524-4048 Don Long • Ellsworth, KS • 785-472-3927

FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY Pride in your product, contributing to the community and financial independence - all with great Pizza, Pasta, and Sandwiches in a warm Italian restaurant - that makes Sam and Louie’s the perfect choice when deciding on a Franchise. In smaller communities our menu represents not only great food, but also the upscale Italian restaurant in town. In larger cities our atmosphere, food and service make us stand out from the crowd. A Sam and Louie’s Franchise can be tailored to fit your community. Started in Omaha, NE in 1994, we began to Franchise in 2001 and now have 22 locations across NE, IA, SD & MT and will be expanding into KS & WY very soon. Is your town next? If there is no space available in town or you simply want to have a brand new, free standing building, no problem. We have that covered. If this sounds like something you’re interested in and you want to find out more, please visit our website or call Michael at (402) 614-8327.

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Material Only Kits Now Available! www.qualitystructures.com • (800) 374-6988 See us at the Kansas State Fair, 508 23rd Terr., Hutchinson, Sept. 7-16.

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Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter â&#x20AC;˘ Thursday, September 6, 2012

Public Notices

Public Notice Join us for a celebration of color and imagination.

LIFE CHANGING DENTAL IMPLANTS

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Don Quixote And A Few Of His Friendsâ&#x20AC;? is a solo exhibit from Great Bend artist Henry Conner.

Losing a tooth â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or several â&#x20AC;&#x201C; can be devastating. Central Kansas Dentistry can helpâ&#x20AC;Śand dental implants are one of our most unique and natural ways to bring your smile â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and you â&#x20AC;&#x201C; back to life!

Henry has assembled a display of original artwork that will show for 6 weeks at the Ellsworth Area Art Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gallery at 223 N. Douglas Ellsworth, KS August 20 - September 28th Monday - Friday, 12:30 - 4:30 pm.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Walking into your office to have my partial (denture) adjusted turned out to be the best thing I ever did. Now I can eat steak, corn on the cob & chew any kind of gum I choose. Thank you, Dr. Williams. Implants are the greatest! They certainly have changed my life!â&#x20AC;? - ELIZABETH

Please join us for a reception on Sunday September 9th, 2012 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm and enjoy Ice Cream Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, live music, and a question / answer session with the artist.

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Just go to our website and at the top of the page, click on photo gallery. There you will find the pictures that were in the paper, plus some that you didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see! So go out there and have fun!

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(First Published in Ellsworth County Independent/ Reporter, August 23, 2012) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF ELLSWORTH KANSAS In the Matter of the Estate of Case No. 12-PR-21 Mary Perez, Deceased NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a Petition has been filed in this Court by Eugene Perez one of the heirs of Mary Perez, deceased, requesting: Descent be determined of the following described real estate situated in Ellsworth County, Kansas: Lots Twenty (20), Twenty-one (21), Twenty-two (22), Twenty-three (23), Twenty-four (24), Twenty-five (25), Twenty-six (26), Twenty-seven (27), Twenty-eight (28), Twenty-nine (29) and Thirty (30) in Block Fourteen (14) in the City of Kanopolis, Ellsworth County, Kansas, and that such real estate owned by the decedent at the time of death be assigned pursuant to the laws of intestate succession. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before September 18, 2012, 9:30 a.m. at the Courthouse, in the city of Ellsworth in Ellsworth County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. Eugene Perez, Petitioner SHERMAN, HOFFMAN & HIPP, LC 126 N. Douglas, P. O. Box 83 Ellsworth, KS 67439 Attorneys for Petitioner

RESOLUTION NO. 2012-4-12

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF ELLSWORTH COUNTY, KANSAS

RESOLUTION TO APPROVE PROPOSED EXTENSION DISTRICT

PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF -vs- No. 12CV4 GERALD DOUGHTY, et. al.; Div. No. DEFENDANTS K.S.A. 60 Mortgage Foreclosure NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court in and for the said County of Ellsworth, in a certain cause in said Court Numbered 12CV4, wherein the parties above named were respectively plaintiff and defendant, and to me, the undersigned Sheriff of said County, directed, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand at the front door of the courthouse in the City of Ellsworth in said County, on September 25, 2012, at 10:00, of said day the following described real estate located in the County of Ellsworth, State of Kansas, to wit: LOTS FOURTEEN (14), FIFTEEN (15), SIXTEEN (16), AND THE NORTH HALF (N/2) OF LOT SEVENTEEN (17), IN BLOCK THIRTY-NINE (39), EXCEPT THE EAST SIXTY-FOUR FEET (E. 64') THEREOF IN THE CITY OF ELLSWORTH, ELLSWORTH COUNTY, KANSAS. Commonly known as 224 W. Second St., Ellsworth, Kansas 67439 This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. SHERIFF OF ELLSWORTH COUNTY, KANSAS

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SHAPIRO & MOCK, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 6310 Lamar- Ste. 235 Overland Park, KS 66202 (913)831-3000 Fax No. (913)831-3320 Our File No. 11-003575/jm 3t 9/13

WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Ellsworth County, Kansas, is authorized to approve an agreement pertaining to proposed extension districts created under K.S.A. 2-623, et. seq.; and, WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Ellsworth County Extension Council to join Russell County Extension Council in forming an extension district pursuant to K.S.A. 2-623; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to K.S.A. 2-623(i) prior to approve the agreement of the proposed extension district, the Board of County Commissioners of Ellsworth County, Kansas, is required to provide certain notice. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Ellsworth County, Kansas, that it is the intention of the Board of County Commissioners of Ellsworth County, Kansas, to approve an agreement to permit the Ellsworth County Extension to join Russell County Extension Council in forming an extension district pursuant to K.S.A. 2-623, et. seq.; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of County Commissioners of Ellsworth County recognizes that it is possible that the Board of County Commissioners or voters in one of these counties may disapprove that county joining the district. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Extension district shall have for its sole purpose the giving of instruction and practical demonstration in agriculture, marketing, home economics (family and consumer sciences), 4-H Club and youth work, community and resource development, and community development initiatives to all persons in the extension district and the imparting of such persons of information on the subjects through practical demonstrations, meetings, publications, or otherwise in accordance with the program and service prescribed by the governing body of the extension district; and, BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that if, within sixty (60) days following the last publication of this resolution, a petition in opposition to the approval of the agreement and the inclusion of Ellsworth County in the extension district is signed by not less than five percent (5%) of the qualified electors of Ellsworth County and is filed with the Ellsworth County election officer, the Board of County Commissioners of Ellsworth County, Kansas, will not approve the agreement and Ellsworth County will not be included in the Extension District unless and until the agreement is approved by a majority of the qualified electors of Ellsworth County voting at a primary or a general election or a special election called and held for such purpose. This resolution shall become effective the day and year written below. ADOPTED this 27th day of August, 2012, by the Board of County Commissioners of Ellsworth County, Kansas. THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF ELLSWORTH COUNTY, KANSAS /s/ Albert W. Oller, Chairman /s/ Terry L. Kueser, Member /s/ Kermit Rush, Member

Like a thief in the night ... we are watching you! Theft is on the rise at the I-Râ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newspaper racks. Because of the increase in theft, we have randomly started watching our rack locations. The I-R will prosecute to the fullest extent allowed by law all theft of newspapers from our racks.

Avoid prosecution. Pay for one â&#x20AC;&#x201D; take only one!

ATTEST: By: /s/ Janet L. Andrews Ellsworth County Clerk 2t 9/13

Quarters ONLY! Please note that the I-R

newspaper racks are only equipped to take QUARTERS. Trying to use dimes or nickels (or pennies) jams up the machine and makes it unusable for the next person!

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We get results for our advertising! One of the biggest challenges for our event is getting the word out to people in a cost effective way. When our committee was discussing ways to do this, we instantly saw the value in a direct mailer platform. The Ellsworth County Independent/Reporter approached us about trying this system and we as a committee knew that this would be the best way to get our event promoted. The committee was very satisfied with the quality of the printed flyers and the number of people we were able to reach. Along with timely service, next year it won’t even be a discussion, we will be teaming up with the Ellsworth Independent/Reporter again to get the word out. If you have an event to promote, I would recommend you do the same.

Ellsworth Cowtown Chairman

See us for direct mail as a supplement for your advertising in the I/R!

Shannon Mog

304 N. Douglas • Ellsworth, KS • 785-472-5085