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Volume 104 • Number 47 • Tuesday, March 11, 2014 • PO Box 188 • 111 E. Jenkins • Maryville, MO • 75¢
Appeals Court back on campus By STEVE HARTMAN Staff writer
A nearly full house of students and other onlookers gathered Monday in the J.W. Jones Student Union ballroom to witness a live session of the Missouri Court of Appeals, Western Division. For the fifth time in six years the court, which usually convenes in Kansas City, brought its “roadshow” to Northwest in an attempt to give the public a chance to experience highlevel justice in person. Similar events are held at other college campuses across the region, including William Jewell College in Liberty and the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg.
The Western District court, which has 11 judges altogether, hears appeals from trial courts in 45 counties that include all of northwest Missouri and most of the central portion of the state. Eastern and southern appeals districts are located in St. Louis and Springfield. Judge Anthony Rex Gabbert presided over Monday’s session. He was joined on the bench by Western District colleague Victor Howard and Missouri Supreme Court Judge Zel Fischer, a native of Rock Port who has filled in during past meetings of the appellate panel in Maryville. Both cases before the court dealt with criminal trials in which procedural matters or supposed legal See COURT Page 6
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Justice at Northwest
Missouri Supreme Court Judge Zel Fischer, left, and Missouri Court of Appeals (Western Division) judge Anthony Rex Gabbert listen to arguments from counsel Monday during a case dealing with juror disclosure. The court session took place in the J.W. Jones Student Union ballroom at Northwest Missouri State University.
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About the Honey War …
Lois Jean Ellison, a retired teacher from Braddyville, Iowa, dressed in mid-19th century garb Saturday while talking about the Honey War, a pre-Civil War border dispute between Missouri and Iowa that, thanks to a bellicose Missouri governor named Lilburn Boggs, nearly escalated into armed violence. Fortunately, cooler heads prevailed.
Speaker revisits ‘sweet’ little war By VENUS BROWN
Special to the Daily Forum
Forget about the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. There was a time when Cold War central was the border between Missouri and Iowa. “In the Honey War, no lives were lost and no shots were fired,” said Lois Jean Ellison of Braddyville, Iowa, to a full house of history buffs at the Nodaway County Historical Society Museum on Saturday. Dressed in a long ruffled apron and period white cotton cap, Ellison stirred a bowl of honey as she spun out the tale of a conflict that was caused by tension between territorial Iowa and border-state Missouri, a tension that would blossom after a generation into fullscale Civil War. “Most people say ‘I’ve
always heard about that (the Honey War), but didn’t know the particulars,’” said Ellison, who retired after teaching English, speech, drama and journalism at West Nodaway High School for twenty years. Those particulars describe one of the most unusual “wars” never to be fought. Due to discrepancies that found their way into several official surveys in the early 1800s, a 2,600 squaremile strip of rich farmland stretching from the Missouri River on the west to the Des Moines River on the east was in dispute between the new state of Missouri, admitted to the Union in 1821, and the territory of Iowa, which would not achieve statehood until 1846. In the winter of 1839 Missouri Gov. Lilburn Boggs pressed his state’s claim to
the disputed land by sending tax agents from Kahoka, Mo., to what is now Van Buren and Davis counties in Iowa. The residents, who sided with their home territory, grabbed some pitchforks and forced the tax collectors to beat a quick retreat. But has they headed back south, the agents cut down three bee trees in order to collect the honey, intending to sell it as a way of collecting partial payment on the supposedly owed taxes. While this didn’t exactly make the Iowans happy, the matter might have ended there. But Gov. Boggs, a man of somewhat aggressive temperament, felt his state’s honor had been disparaged. It is also possible that Boggs, a native Kentuckian, wanted to grab some more
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land for slave-holding Missourians at the expense of what was likely to become a Northern state. In any event, Boggs mustered 600 militiamen and ordered them to march on the Iowa border, wherever exactly that was. But since Iowa, which wasn’t a state yet, didn’t have a militia it took territorial Gov. Robert Lucas some time for his response. Finally, he rounded up 1,200 Iowans armed with pitchforks and homemade swords to meet the “enemy.” But by that time the Missourians, who according to later reports had drunk considerable whiskey and were tired of waiting around in the cold December weather, had grown tired and gone home. Eventually the U.S. Supreme Court ordered the issuance of 1,500-pound
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Drawing the line
The marker shown above is one of hundreds set out in the 19th century to mark the Missouri and Iowa state line following a pre-Civil War dispute over the border’s location that almost led to violence. obelisk-shaped markers that were placed every ten miles along the border to ensure the peace. Ellison has tracked down a few of the markers and would like to find more of them. Ellison gave her presentation on behalf of the Nodaway Valley Historical Society Museum in Clar-
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inda, Iowa, where she saw an exhibit about the Honey War that got her interested in the topic. “I like representing the museum and its outreach program,” Ellison said. “What I most enjoy about telling the story of the Honey War is seeing the audience’s reaction to it.”
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Legion Post 102 Auxiliary minutes O’Howell-Strader American Legion Auxiliary Unit 102 at Barnard held their monthly meeting on February 19, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. at the home of hostess, Donna Johnston. The next meeting will be on March 19 at 1:30 p.m. at the Barnard American Legion Hall with Kathleen Sexson as hostess. Following the opening ceremonies led by President Mary Harper, Donna Johnston, Secretary-Treasurer, read minutes of the last meeting and gave treasurer’s report. Donna also reported 59 members are paid up. There were five members present. A flower fund
was collected. Mary reported on her attendance at the State American Legion Auxiliary Spring Conference held February 22-23, 2014 at Jefferson City. Mary reported that Sharon Slagle of District 4 will be running for Department of Missouri American Legion Auxiliary office of Chaplain this year. Mary also reported that Unit 102 had won two membership awards. Mary announced that there will be an American Legion Auxiliary District 4 meeting to be held March.1, 2014 at Tarkio Legion Hall. Two members responded that they would attend.
Marcia reported on her activities regarding sponsorship of girls for Girls State. A discussion followed. A motion was made, seconded and passed to sponsor Malainee Hilsabeck and Kristen Nielson. Marcia also discussed the unit’s participation in County Government Day on March 19. She and Donna will attend with the South Nodaway students. Kathleen, Donna and Marcia will provide cookies and brownies for the group. With no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned. Hostess Donna provided refreshments.
Retired school employees meet The Nodaway County Area Retired School Employees met Thursday, March 6, 2014 at the Nodaway County Senior Center, Maryville. Greeters were Donna Christensen and Lana McLaughlin. Hospitality was served by Marcia Cline. The program was given by Larry Linthacum, Maryville R-II Superintendent. Linda Ferris, president,
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called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Singing was led by Nina Schneider and Joan Farquhar. The secretary’s minutes and treasurer’s report were approved. Linda Ferris and Marcia Cline reported on Legislative Day held in February. Members were warned to be aware of petition drives presented as supporting education that are, in fact anti-school. Reports were given by the following committees: Legislative, Membership, Community Services, Informative/Protective Services, Retirement Planning. Marlin Kinman report-
ed the Nodaway County membership volunteered a total of 4,186 hours in 2013. Donations of 338 food items and $2,050.00 to the Ministry Center were also made. Closing was given by Betty Jonagan. The next meeting will be April 3, 2014. The program will be given by Maryville R-II High School NFL Speech and Debate students. Greeters will be Jill Blackford and Kay Nicholas. Lee Jackson and Betty Jonagan will be in charge of hospitality. The closing will be given by Joan Farquhar. The meeting was adjourned.
Land Transfers March 7, 2014 Melissa J. Calfee to Jeremy M. Calfee – Lot 7 Blk 18 Original Town of Hopkins, Mo,
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Community Events – TUESDAY –
Nodaway County Senior Center Tai Chi 5 to 6 p.m..; Line dancing, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. March 11 Story Hour, 6:15 p.m., Maryville Public Library, Mar. 18. Maryville Blood Drive, noon to 6 p.m., United Methodist Church, March 25. Maryville Garden Club Mtg., 6:30 p.m., First Christian Church, “Plant on the Wild Side”April 1. Eagles Bingo, 7 p.m. weekly, Hwy. 71 South, Maryville Today’s Civic Women meets 6:30 p.m. first Tuesday, Maryville Public Library basement, 562-9833, 582-4294 Living Free Narcotics Anonymous, Countryside Christian Church, 16th & Country Club Rd. 6 p.m. WINGS (women’s support-domestic violence & sexual assault), meets noon1:30 p.m. & 5:15-6:45 p.m. weekly, Children & Family Center, 1220 E. 2nd St., Maryville TOPS meets weekly 5:30 p.m. for weigh-ins, 6 p.m. meeting, First Christian Church, Maryville Diabetic Support Group second Tuesday, South Hills Medical Building, Front Lobby. Maryville Public Library Board of Trustees mtg., 2nd Tuesday, noon, conference room Alzheimer’s Support meets, 6 p.m. 3rd Tuesday, Laura Street Baptist Church, Maryville
–WEDNESDAY–
Nodaway County Senior Center, Tai Chi 5 to 6 p.m.; Dutch Luke & Friends Band, 11 a.m., March 12 Dementia, Alzheimers support group, 3rd Wednesday, 6-7 p.m. Presbyterian Church, Maryville. Jessica Loch, 816-261-2440. Tina Baker, Nodaway Nursing Home 660-562-2876. Never Alone Narcotics Anonymous, Wesley Foundation, 549 W. 4th St., 6 p.m. Community Meals First United Methodist, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m., 1st/Main. St. Francis Retirees will meet, 1st Wednesday, 9 a.m., Nodaway County Senior Center. Breast Cancer Support Group, noon, 2nd Wednesday, First Christian Church, Rm 106, Maryville AA meeting at 6 p.m. weekly , Davison Square. AL-Anon meeting at 6 p.m. weekly, Davison
Square. Eagles Closed
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Nodaway County Senior Center Hand & Foot 9 a.m.; Line dancing, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. March 13 Nook Book Club, 4 p.m., Maryville Public Library, Mar. 13. Film & Lit. Club, 3:30 p.m., Maryville Public Library, Mar. 20. Nodaway County Assoc. of School Employees meeting, 1st Thursday, MarchJune, Sept.-Dec., 9 a.m., Nodaway County Senior Center. Optimist Club, Maryville meeting, 7 a.m., Holiday Inn Express meeting room Living Free Narcotics Anonymous, Countryside Christian Church, 16th & Country Club Rd. 6 p.m. Nodaway County Federated Republican Women meet 11:30 a.m. 1st Thursday of the month at Carson’s, Maryville Maryville Business & Professional Women’s Organization meets 6 p.m. 4th Thursday, First Christian Church, Maryville, 660582-4959 or 582-4898 Shepherd’s Kitchen offers a free supper from 5 to 6 p.m. weekly, First Presbyterian Church, Maryville
– FRIDAY –
Fish Fry, 5 to 7:30 p.m., Parnell United Methodist Church, March 14. Burlington Jct. Auxiliary Corn Beef, Cabbage & Potato Supper, 5 to 7 p.m., BJ Methodist Church, Mar. 14 Widowed Persons Mtg., 11:30 a.m., KFC, Mar. 14 Nodaway County Senior Center Pool tournament, 12:30 p.m., March 14 Living Free Narcotics Anonymous, Countryside Christian Church, 16th & Country Club Rd. 8 a.m. Never Alone Narcotics Anonymous, Wesley Foundation, 549 W. 4th., 8 p.m. Open Mic Nights every week; music, comedy, poetry drama, The Rose Theater, Maryville; sign in 6:30 p.m., begin 7 p.m. ADHD Support Group meets 6-8 p.m. 3rd Friday in Hospitality Rm., St. Francis Hospital, info 660254-4369 AA meeting, 8 p.m. weekly, Conception Abbey
– SATURDAY –
Boy Scout Spaghetti Supper, 5 to 8 p.m., Parnell Legion Hall, Mar. 15 Pump the Color 5K Run sponsored by North Nodaway Student Council, 9 a.m., March 29, 778-3315. Never Alone Narcotics
Anonymous, Wesley Foundation, 549 W. 4th St., noon. Fish Fry 5-7 p.m. 2nd Saturday of month, Elmo Comm. Bldg. MS Support Group meets 10:30 a.m. 2nd Saturday, Lietner Rm., Gregory’s Church (except July & August) Over Eaters Anonymous meets 9 a.m. weekly, St. Francis Hospitality Room, 2016 S. Main St.
– SUNDAY –
Mires Family Reunion, 12:30 p.m., Nodaway Senior Center, March 23 Home & Better Living Show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Maryville Community Center, Mar. 30 Never Alone Narcotics Anonymous, Wesley Foundation, Tuesday 6 p.m. Northwest Opry 2 p.m. weekly, Nodaway Co. Senior Center, 1210 E. 1st Maryville. 10-Point Pitch Tournament 6 p.m. 3rd Sunday in St. Columba Church Hall, Conception Jct AA meeting at 7 p.m. weekly, Apple House, Clyde Eagles - Forney & Paxson, 7 to 10 p.m.
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Drive for Your School, West Nodaway School fundraiser sponsored by TriState Ford, Burlington Jct., March 17, 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Widowed Persons Meeting, 11:30 a.m., Applebees, March 31 Life Beyond Breast Cancer Support Group meets from 7 to 8 p.m. 2nd Monday, Hospitality Room, St. Francis Hospital Never Alone Narcotics Anonymous, Wesley Foundation, 549 W. 4th, 6 p.m. Over Eaters Anonymous meets 5:30 p.m. weekly, Franciscan Rm., St. Francis Hospital SAFE: Stop Abuse for Everyone (men’s support), meets upon request noon1:30 p.m. & 5:15-6:45 p.m. weekly, Children & Family Center, 1220 E. 2nd St., Maryville; 562-2320 if you plan to attend Maryville Pride Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. 2nd & 4th Mondays at Hy-Vee. Manna Kitchen 5 p.m.-6 p.m., St. Gregory’s Catholic Church 333 S. Davis St, a free community meal open to all. AA at Wesley Center at Noon AA at Methodist Church Room 203 at 6:00 p.m. Al-Anon at Methodist Church Room 205 at 6:00 p.m.
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NEWS BRIEFS Empty Bowls meal will benefit food pantry
The Northwest Missouri State University Clay Club will host the sixth annual Empty Bowls fundraiser from 5-8 p.m. Friday at The Station on the campus of Northwest Missouri State University. Those attending the charity dinner may choose a handcrafted bowl or cup fashioned by university art students and other area artisans from which to eat their meal. Cost of a bowl is a donation of $15. Cost of a bowl and cup is $25. Local businesses, including the Mandarin, Hy-Vee, Simply Siam, Pizza Hut, Benelli’s, Happy Garden, Aramark, A&G Restaurant and My Favorite Muffin donate food to the event, which raises money for the Nodaway County Ministry Center food pantry.
Recycling survey period extended through March
The response period for the Northwest Missouri Recycles survey currently being compiled by the regional Solid Waste Management District serving Atchison, Gentry, Holt, Nodaway and Worth counties has been extended through March 31. In addition, the district, in conjunction with the Northwest Missouri Regional Council of Governments, will have a booth at the Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce’s Home and Better Living Show, which will take place at the Maryville Community Center from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. pm Sunday, March 30. Those attending the exhibition will be able to fill out the paper version of the survey, which is also available online at www.surveymonkey.com/s/nwmorecycles. In addition, paper surveys are available at the Nodaway County Clerk’s office on the first floor of the County Administration Center on Market Street and at the Regional Council office, located at 114 W. Third St. Once submitted, data from the survey will be used to develop local recycling plans and grant applications. Anyone with questions about the survey can call regional Environmental Planner Linda Laderoute at (660) 582-5121.
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Gallagher to headline fundraiser MARYVILLE, Mo. — Nashville recording artist Mitch Gallagher, whose last album reached No. 46 on the iTunes Top 200 Country Albums chart, will headline a fundraiser Saturday, April 26, at the Maryville Country Club for the Maryville R-II Educational Foundation. Gallagher, a 2009 graduate of Maryville High School, will perform during “Celebrating the Arts,” a benefit hosted by the foundation to honor former R-II students who have achieved success as artists, designers, arts educators and performers. “As we began researching the different careers they’ve carved out, the degree and range of their achievements became immediately clear, and we wanted to share that with our community,” said Kelley Baldwin, a foundation board member. “This event will honor the dozens of alumni who are working in advertising, in movie production, as band and choral instructors, as professional musicians, dancers, artists and actors and many other areas of the arts.” The day-long event will begin with a two-person scramble golf tournament. Cost is $75 per golfer and includes green fees and
lunch. Registration for the tournament is limited to 72 golfers who will be chosen on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration begins at 8 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Events continue into the evening with a social hour and silent auction at 6 p.m. and a catered barbecue dinner at 7 p.m. A program highlighting alumni achievements and Gallagher’s performance will follow the meal. “This will be a very special evening with Mitch’s performance, joined by his friend, musician Addison Johnson,” Baldwin said. “Mitch is the epitome of a hometown son whose hard work and talent are taking him to great places. “There are only 100 tickets available, so this will be almost like a private concert with just you and a few of your friends. It will be a very fun and unique experience, and we are blessed that Mitch and Addison are sharing their gifts.” Cost for evening dinner and show is $40. Patrons must also be 21 to enter. Those who participate in the golf event can attend the evening festivities for a $25 fee. Proceeds benefit the Maryville R-II School Dis-
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Benefit performance
Country music recording artist Mitch Gallagher, a Maryville High School alumnus, will perform next month during a fundraiser benefitting the Maryville R-II Educational Foundation. trict Classroom Grants Program, which helps teachers purchase a variety of learning tools. Past grants have paid for musical instruments, reading and math materials, and graphics calculators. For more information, or to become an event sponsor
or donate a silent auction item, go to www.foundation.maryville.k12.mo.us/ celebrating-the-arts-benefit. html. To register for the golf tournament or to purchase dinner/concert tickets, drop by the R-II office at 1429 S. Munn Ave. in Maryville.
Northwest to hold auction
Northwest Missouri State University hold a surplus property auction at 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 18, at the Materials Distribution Center, located at the corner of West 16th Street and College Park Drive. The sale is open to the public, including Northwest students and employees. Sale items will be available for inspection by potential buyers from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, March 17, and 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 18. Items to be sold include but are not limited to: miscellaneous computer gear and supplies, flat screen monitors, office equipment, desks, file cabinets, miscellaneous chairs, tables, audio-visual carts, speakers, wooden shelves, mannequins, sewing machines, palm pilots, digital piano keyboards, kitchenware, an industrial can opener, condiment cabinet, bulk food display cabinet and cafeteria trays and racks. For information, call Angie Wolters in the Northwest Purchasing Department at (660) 562-1178 or go to www. nwmissouri.edu/services/purchasing/surplus.
Higher farm taxes coming JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri farmers will get a larger property tax bill for their land starting in 2015. Property tax for agricultural land is based on its productive value. Farms are divided into eight groups based upon land quality, with the best in Grade 1 and the worst in Grade 8. The Missouri Tax Commission has recommended increasing the productive values for all farms by about 5 percent. State lawmakers’ deadline to reject that proposal was this past weekend. It means the new values will be in place for the 2015 and 2016 tax years. The tax commission estimates the change will mean about 10 cents more tax per acre. The commission says the last change in productive values took effect in 1995.
Committee works budget
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri House budget writers are expected to complete work this week on a spending plan for the fiscal year that starts in July. The House Budget Committee plans to meet throughout the week to consider amendments to the budget outlined by its chairman, Republican Rep. Rick Stream, of Kirkwood. Stream’s budget would provide a $122 million increase in basic aid for public school districts. Schools would get an additional $156 million funding increase only if the state meets more optimistic revenue projections cited by Democratic Gov. Jay Nixon. Stream’s budget also provides a smaller increase than Nixon had proposed for the operating budgets of public colleges and universities.
Pothole reports sought
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Now that the worst of winter is apparently over, the Missouri Department of Transportation is enlisting the help of motorists in the effort to fill potholes on state-maintained roadways. MoDOT officials say the goal is to fill potholes as quickly as possible once they are reported. Maintenance workers will use asphalt for a temporary fix until permanent repairs can be made. Drivers reporting potholes can call 888-275-6636, or go to MoDOT’s website or social media platforms.
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Participants in the Maryville Young Players summer theater camp practice curtain calls last summer prior to staging “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” at the Ron Houston Center for the Performing Arts.
Young Players adopts Caribbean theme MARYVILLE, Mo. — Maryville Young Players, an annual summer dramatic arts camp for youngsters in second through ninth grade, has announced the opening of its 2014 registration. This summer’s camp, which includes live performances of “Once on this Island Jr.,” will take place May 29-June 15 at the Ron Houston Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Northwest Missouri State University. Now in its eighth year, the program has given local young people opportunities to learn about all aspects of producing a live stage musical. Previous productions have included “Annie Jr.,” “Cinderella” and “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” “Once on this Island” is a modern-day musical set in the Caribbean islands featuring calypso music, bright colors, and larger than life characters. The production, which won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Musical in 1995, is often described as a retelling of “The Little Mermaid” with elements of “Romeo and
Juliet” set to an island beat. Any student who will enter the second through the ninth grade this fall is eligible to participate in the camp. Registration is available online www.maryvilleyoungplayers.org. The
deadline for signing up is Wednesday, April 30. And auditions for lead roles will take place Friday, May 2, and Saturday, May 3. The troupe will perform “Once on this Island Jr.” at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday,
June 14, and Sunday, June 15, at the main stage at the Houston Center. For more information about MYP, go to the website of visit www.facebook. com/MaryvilleYoungPlayers.
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Talk to your physician regarding screening options. Pick up your free fecal occult test kits at St. Francis Hospital & Health Care, Nodaway County Health Department, and area pharmacies. Ad sponsored by Nodaway County Crusade Against Cancer and Nodaway County Health Department This publication was supported by Cooperative Agreement Number U58/DP000920 from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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LEGENDS OF THE FALL
Although 2014 is what is traditionally referred to as an “off year” in the election cycle, at least based on the election of a president, the upcoming vote in Nodaway County will carry more weight than perhaps it has in the past several cycles. Nodaway County will be electing some of its governing board and other county officials. The City of Maryville will be electing two new members to its governing body also. As will the Maryville R-II School district. And there are local tax measures on the ballots as well for the county and the school district. But, if past history is any indication, voters will be apathetic. Less than enthusiastic, anyway. They always are, in the “off years,” which on the national scene can actually be just as important as the presidential years. It is in the interim elections that control of the houses of Congress quite often change majorities because voters seemingly have to express their dissatisfaction with the incumbents, and their parties, overall, for that matter. It is not uncommon for that discontent with the national administration to trickle down to one or more statehouses. Thankfully, there seems to be little rancor in the local races. It is a difficult call to know whether the ballot proposition being put forward by the Maryville school district to finance the construction of a fine arts facility at the high school, and other improvements in the district, or a proposal being supported by the Nodaway County commissioners to add an additional half-cent on the existing sales tax total to pay for the acquisition and distribution of additional gravel for the unpaved roads within their jurisdiction. The city, on the other hand, does not have any taxincrease proposals on its ballot, but its governing city council will take on a somewhat different composition as a result of this election. Three “younger” candidates are vying for the two council positions now held by “older” members who have decided not to seek re-election. Elsewhere in the county, there are contested city council races in Burlington Junction and Barnard and school board contests in the North Nodaway, South Nodaway and Nodaway-Holt districts. There is also a contested vote for a board member in the Jackson township Fire Protection District. Street bonds are on the ballot in Hopkins, Graham and Elmo, where a general maintenance proposition is also to be voted. Road rock options are also to be decided in Independence, Nodaway and White Cloud townships. Several other uncontested aldermanic and school board races are also on the April 8 ballot. Whether you consider voting to be a right or a privilege, take advantage of this upcoming opportunity to exercise your civic duty by casting your vote in whatever election questions are on the ballot in your area. Your vote can count. It does count.
Perhaps it is a sign of the greater problem, but three months in, I can’t, for the life of me, remember why I agreed to return to the fulltime world of work. Granted, I do not begin my day quite as early as most of the others who toil at the Daily Forum, but I think I am due that, at least. After all, I am there by the time most folks on a regular job are taking their coffee break. And since I don’t drink coffee, I call that part of it even. And I am “retired,” after all. I got an email the other day, one of those that seem to circulate regularly among my generation, and it was funny — until I began to positively identify with some of the “jokes.” You know, like, “What is the biggest gripe of retirees?” Well, I thought for a minute about how I would answer that one if it were actually asked of me, but I had trouble coming up with my answer. Then I checked the one in the email: “There is not enough time to get everything done.” I will admit, it does take me longer to do some things that used to be routine, but I get them done. Most of the time. Then there was the one that was obviously a takeoff on what, in my day, were called Polock jokes. I know, that is undoubtedly politically incorrect nowadays, but that’s what they were called. And some of them were pretty darned funny, PC or not. “How many retirees does it take to change a light bulb?” No, this answer wasn’t, “Three, one to hold the bulb and two to turn the ladder.” A little kinder and gentler, maybe, but the same uncomplimentary jab at my class of citizen: “Only one, but it might take all day.” There was another one that I disagree with completely. “What is the common term for a senior who still works and refuses to retire?” In fact, I took the answer rather personally. I do not believe I am “Nuts.” Fact of the matter is, I am enjoy-
Election Day is important
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What was I thinking about when I agreed to take this job? ing myself, immensely. And, to tell the truth, I really think I feel better. Sure, I take a wad of pills every day; I have a few more aches and pains, and I’ll be the first to admit that I probably can’t do as much work in a given period of time as I once could, but like the popular comedian says, I still “git ’er done.”
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A couple of the other jabbers were not quite so personal, as far as I am concerned. “Why do retirees take so long to clean out the basement, the attic, or the garage?” “Because they know that as soon as they do, one of their adult children will want to store stuff there, or move back into the space.” After an overdose of those oneliners, there were several other selections that tickled me. To wit: Just before the funeral services, the undertaker came up to the very elderly widow and asked, “How old was your husband?” “98,” she replied. “Two years older than me.’” “So you’re 96,” the undertaker commented. She responded, “Hardly worth going home, is it?” Another: “An elderly woman decided to prepare her will, and she told her lawyer she had only two requests. “First, she said she wanted to be cremated, and second, she wanted her ashes scattered at her neighbor-
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Editor’s note: Social Media Stew is a regular Daily Forum feature appearing on Tuesday and Thursday. Compiled by reporter Kevin Birdsell, the column consists of locally relevant comments harvested from a variety of social media sites.
Northwest Bball makes the tournament Looks like I’ll be road tripping to Minnesota this weekend! So proud of @NWbball! Such a fun team to support #oabaab Kelsi, Twitter
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Might have to make a road trip this weekend @NWBball #OABAAB Dan, Twitter
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hood Wal-Mart. “‘Wal-Mart?” the counselor exclaimed. “Why Wal-Mart?” “Then I’ll be sure my daughters visit me at least twice a week.’” And one more; maybe two. Reporters interviewing a 104-year-old woman: “And what do you think is the best thing about being 104?” the reporter asked. She simply replied, “No peer pressure.” Now comes one with an object lesson: “I’ve sure gotten old! I’ve had two bypass surgeries, a hip replacement, new knees, fought prostate cancer and diabetes. “I’m half blind, can’t hear anything quieter than a jet engine, take 40 different medications that make me dizzy, winded, and subject to blackouts. “I have bouts with dementia, poor circulation; hardly feel my hands and feet anymore, and can’t remember if I’m 85 or 92. “Have lost all my friends. “But, thank God, I still have my driver’s license.” More truth than fiction there, folks, like it or not. I did learn at least one more valuable lesson through all that foolishness. Sagging can be prevented by eating till the wrinkles fill out. Obviously, I’m poking fun at getting older, and at people who poke fun at people who are getting older, but I am very serious when I say I do enjoy being back on a regular routine. Well, sort of a regular routine. Sure, I enjoy playing golf most every day that was even remotely suitable for being outside, and not having to be responsible for very much at all. But I really enjoy being back in “the business,” so to speak. Probably not as active, physically, as I should be, but keeping busy otherwise is fun. No two ways about it. I enjoy being able to do what I do. And, before I forget, I have a confession to make. My memory is not as sharp as it used to be. Also, my memory is not as sharp as it used to be.
Can we hope for warmth in Mankato this weekend when @NWbball plays Winona? #oabaab Matt, Twitter
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Probably a good time to call your loved ones and tell them that you’ll see them in April. #MarchMadness Myron, Twitter Not long until #SelectionSunday and then it’s #MarchMadness time!!! Kevin, Twitter March is always my favorite month of the year! Hands down…#MarchMadness Herman, Facebook March is when most animals come out of #hibernation and most guys being it…#marchmadness #springfever Amanda, Twitter Since it’s #MarchMadness I’m curious how many times I can say “slam dunk” “2 points” or “swish!” in work emails Brett, Twitter It was worth missing 35 minutes of the Walking Dead to watch Nebraska beat #9 Wisconson 77-68…GO BIG RED BABY!!!! #letsdance #marchmadness Brett, Facebook The best time of the year #tourneytime #MarchMadness Jordan, Twitter I can smell #MarchMadness in the air Rambo, Twitter In one week, only one thing matters: Your bracket. #MarchMadness Tony, Facebook
Maryville Daily Forum
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
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Agriculture is a core part of Nodaway County, from booming agribusiness in Maryville to diverse farms throughout the county’s many rural communities. Contact Kaity Holtman at (660) 562-2424 to include stories on the Agriculture page.
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LongRange dewormer to improve herd health, profit for cattlemen By KAITY HOLTMAN Agriculture Editor
To this point, farmers have used a variety injection and pour-on dewormers, including ivermectin, noromectin and bimectin. Those products usually last two to three days. Merial, a Kansas City animal health company, has introduced an injectable eprinomectin product called LongRange. This new product will last for 100 to 150 days, a range unheard of until now. That continuous control is long enough to break the life cycle of the parasites moving
through the cattle. Tom Van Dyke, DVM, Manager of Veterinary Services for Merial spoke about the product to more than 100 Nodaway County Cattlemen and Agri-Leaders at their joint meeting Thursday night. “This is a game changer in cattle health,” Van Dyke said. Cattlemen deworm for weight gain, feed conversion, reproductive efficiency, milk production, carcass quality, immunity, morbidity, and mortality. “It’s pounds of meat at the end of the season that matters,” Van Dyke said. “Early
worming deworming makes higher quality in the end.” Worms, like the very common Brown Stomach Worm, interfere with the immune system and keep cattle from reaching potential. With LongRange, producers can treat their animals at the beginning of the grassgrowing season and make it through all or most of the grazing season, or at least the spring, with just one treatment. This product uses ‘Theraphase’ technology, releasing a highly concentrated dose at the beginning and then continues to slowly release over time.
“Farmers are looking at about a penny a pound,” Van Dyke said. “But recent Iowa State University studies have shown about a $201-per-head benefit from using LongRange.” Because most dewormers have a shorter lifespan, they require more applications and labor. Adding those costs to the wasted feed that cattle don’t eat due to anorexia caused by worms, plus the loss in animal efficiency, can add up quickly. This makes LongRange a wise investment, according to Van Dyke. To learn more, visit www. thelongrangelook.com
Many Missouri fair boards suspend April hog weigh-ins to prevent PEDV MARYVILLE, Mo. – Spring weigh-ins for 4-H pig projects are being waived throughout much of Missouri to slow the spread of the pig disease, Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDV). University of Missouri livestock specialists, 4-H specialists, fair board members and agriculture teachers discussed whether weighins should be suspended recently on a conference call, said Marcia Shannon, MU Extension swine specialist and animal science professor in the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. Shannon said weigh-ins could spread the disease. Missouri lags the nation in outbreaks of the PEDV with only 48 confirmed cases of PEDV. The disease has killed 4 to 5 million pigs three weeks or younger in 25 states. State weigh-ins are held in April of each year for those who plan to enter
livestock in 4-H fairs held in each county. The weighins are used to document ownership of the livestock and evaluate growth performance. No state mandates have been issued for non-commercial operations regarding PEDV. Shannon said this presented a good opportunity to educate youth about the disease and biosecurity practices. Shannon said exhibitors often make livestock purchases in March and April. As they shop for livestock, they may visit several farms, sale barns and auctions. Because the disease is carried through the feces of pigs, it spreads easily by someone who has visited multiple facilities. MU Extension specialists recommend that youth visit only one place per day, with a maximum of three, to prevent the spread of the disease through vehicles, people and materials. “We want the youth to
be a good example for the swine industry,” Shannon said. Any new pigs brought home should be isolated from existing swine for 30 days. Most pigs are shedding the virus for 21 days. Extension specialists also are working with feed mills statewide. Some producers have suggested that PEDV may be caused by feed, but Shannon said, it is more than likely not. It is possible, however, that feed delivery trucks could spread the disease as they travel from farm to farm. Because of this winter’s extreme cold temperatures, trucks may not have been washed as much as usual, resulting in conditions to spread the disease via vehicles. Shannon said some producers are taking extra preventative biosecurity measures such as keeping disinfectant spray and wipes in their vehicles to wipe down floor mats and door handles, two of the places
where the disease is transferred. Some may keep an extra set of boots in their vehicles or wear disposable coveralls. She recommended frequent washing of vehicles, especially floor mats. “Biosecurity measures require extra time and effort, but it is worth it,” she said. “Missouri’s very fortunate to have a low numbers of disease cases and we want to educate people about better biosecurity practices so that we keep it that way.” Symptoms of PEDV include projectile diarrhea, vomiting, difficult breathing and lethargy. Tests are available to diagnose the disease but there is no cure at this time. For more information about PEDV, Shannon also recommends exhibitor guidelines at National Pork Board website at www.pork. org and the American Association of Swine Veterinarian’s website at www.AASV. org.
Master Gardener classes set for April By TIM BAKER
MU Extension Horticulture Specialist
We’ve seen some pretty cold temperatures this past winter, and I’m ready to see the mercury moderating a bit. About this time of the year, I start having hopeful anticipation of the nice, warm, sunny spring days ahead. And for many of us, that means gardening activities are already on our horizons. It also means, for those of us in Extension, that it is time, once again, for our annual Master Gardener classes. I receive inquiries throughout the year about Master Gardener classes. There seems to be a lot of interest in our MG program. To become a Master Gardener, you don’t have to be an expert. All that is required is an interest in gar-
dening, and a desire to serve your community using your gardening skills. Before someone is certified as a Master Gardener, they must undergo extensive training for 12 classes. After an introductory class, Master Gardeners are taught about all aspects of gardening. Topics include plant growth, soils, diseases, insects, fruits, vegetables, flowers, trees, and many others. After they graduate, Master Gardeners are required to fulfill 30 hours of service to the community. That’s really not too difficult. Every month, Master Gardeners meet as a group at several locations, and come up with volunteer projects to work on. Master Gardeners include adults of all ages and come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Some have exten-
sive knowledge, and others come ready to learn. But they all have two traits in common: a love of gardening and a desire to help others. And Master Gardening is a lot of fun as well. Our monthly meetings are an enjoyable time to get together with fellow gardeners, and learn from each other. In early April, University of Missouri Extension will be starting another series of training classes. We will be meeting on Tuesday and/or Thursday evenings, from 6 to 9 PM, at several locations around Northwest Missouri. Tentative training locations include Lexington, Maryville, Plattsburg, Princeton, St. Joseph, and Trenton. The selection of final sites will depend on the number of applications received for each site. Master Gardeners receive
a core manual of class topics from University of Missouri Extension. This will be included with your registration fee in electronic form on a USB flash drive. The cost for the training classes will be $110. If spouses attend together, the cost for the couple will be $195 if a second core manual is not required. The ‘Grounds for Gardening’ notebook and the ‘Core MG Manual’ will cost extra, if paper copies are desired. For more information about Master Gardening, and a registration form, please call Tim Baker in Gallatin at (660) 663-3232, or Tom Fowler in St. Joseph at (816) 279-1691. The deadline for registration is April 3. Those interested can also register and find more information at: http:// extension.missouri.edu/ nwhort/mgclass.aspx.
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Weekly Market Summary Closing on Friday, March 7, 2014
Published by: Mo. Department of Agriculture Ag Business Development Division Market News Program
Visit mda.mo.gov for more market reports. Missouri weekly feeder cattle weighted avg. report Receipts: 9611 Week ago: 30,632 Year ago: 26,046 Feeder Steers 356 lbs. 244.10 465 lbs. 230.38 555 lbs. 215.19 645 lbs. 194.49 752 lbs. 170.47 835 lbs. 164.14 950 lbs. 150.25
Feeder Heifers 366 lbs. 209.81 459 lbs. 198.04 556 lbs. 183.33 653 lbs. 172.73 728 lbs. 163.44 833 lbs. 156.73
Northwest Missouri Weekly Summary
(Maryville, St. Joe) Receipts: 894 Week ago: 2127 Year ago: 2705 Compared to two weeks ago, feeder steers 400-800 lbs and heifers 450-700 lbs mostly steady to 5.00 higher instances of 10.00 higher on 6 weight. Slaughter cows scarce. Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers 400-500 lbs. 225.00-250.00 190.50-218.50 500-600 lbs. 207.00-232.25 179.25-205.00 600-700 lbs. 187.00-205.00 164.50-180.50 700-800 lbs. 168.00-191.75 164.00-171.25 Interior Missouri Direct Hogs Weekly receipts: 1736 Week ago: 2747 Year ago: 2801 Compared to last week, barrows and gilts 4.00 to 8.00 higher. Sow cash prices 2.00 to 10.00 higher. Barrows and gilts: Base carcass meat price 92.00-97.00, Weekly top Fri 97.00 Sows: 300-500 lbs 64.00-68.00, Over 500 lbs. 670071.00 Weekly Commodity Grain Futures Trends Compared to last Friday: Soybeans .22 to .43 higher, Wheat .47 to .52 higher, Corn .13 to .26 higher, Kansas City Wheat .38 to .53 higher, Soyeabean Meal Mar 2.90 lower, others .10 to 1.80 higher. Soybeans March May July August September
1457 1/4 1457 3/4 1424 3/4 1373 1255 1/2
Wheat March 646 1/4 May 654 July 659 September 666 1/4 December 678 Corn March May July September December
481 489 493 487 1/2 484 3/4
KC Wheat March May July September December
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Soybean Meal March 465.00 May 457.80 July 445.00 August 426.00 September 399.10
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Maryville Daily Forum
Grant promotes physical fitness
Foundation receives Heartland grant
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Lisa Macali of Nodaway County Economic Development, left, and Sue Nothstine of the Greater Southern Nodaway County Community Foundation accept an $11,344 Healthy Eating, Active Living Grant from Mark Laney, president and CEO of Heartland Health and Mosaic Life Care.
BARNARD, Mo. — The Greater Southern Nodaway County Community Foundation, an affiliate of Nodaway County Economic Development, received a Healthy Eating, Active Living Grant totaling $11,344 to provide fitness opportunities for south-county young people and adults. The HEAL grant was awarded by the Healthy Partnerships program, an initiative organized by the Heartland Foundation, Heartland Health and North Kansas City Hospital. Lisa Macali of NCED and Sue Nothstine of the Greater Southern Nodaway County Community Foundation accepted the grant during a recent ceremony at the Heartland Foundation headquarters in St. Joseph. The money will cover costs associated with the South Nodaway Fitness project, which will establish an exercise club housed at the Barnard Christian
Church for area for residents of all ages. In addition, students from the South Nodaway R-IV School District will take part in weekly workout sessions at the Maryville Community Center, where they will have access to gym equipment, the basketball court and the walking track. Physical education interns from Northwest Missouri State University will work with the students each Monday throughout the 20142015 school year. Simultaneously, club members will take part in a weekly exercise/education session prior to preparing a light meal the youngsters upon their return from Maryville. Also, participating students and their parents will be invited to share a hot, healthy meal each month during a gathering that will include information about creating a “healthy eating/ active living” lifestyle.
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miscues created sufficient cause for review. Unlike circuit courts, which determine innocence or guilt, the Missouri Court of Appeals decides if the original trial was held in accordance with the state Constitution, or if a defendant’s rights were adequately protected. “We don’t rule on innocence or guilt,” Howard said. “We serve as a ‘backstop’ for trial judges, making sure a trial wasn’t negatively influenced by an incorrect decision by the trial judge.” The word of the Missouri Court of Appeals is usually final. Once hearing an appeal, the court strives to issue a decision within 60 days. Only about one in seven cases advances on to the Supreme Court in Jefferson City. “When I was a trial judge, I wish I would have had the time to consider everything
before issuing a judgment that we’re afforded now,” Howard said. “The stress associated with the appeals court isn’t time but the need to get the decision right, as we are the court of last resort for most cases.” Before attorneys address the court, the judges have already spent a good deal of time reading briefs and reviewing transcripts, pleadings and exhibits. All of the attorneys appearing before the trio on Monday were peppered with questions from the bench. “We may not know as Garage Doors & Openers • Auto Glass • Lockouts •
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much information about a particular case as the attorneys,” Fischer said. “But we are quite familiar with the relevant facts of a case before the case is presented to us on appeal.” Fischer was asked during a question-and-answer period to describe the difference between being a trial lawyer and a judge, and his
response drew smiles and laughter from the crowd. “I’d like to think I won my share of cases as a trial lawyer,” Fischer said. “Of course, that also means I lost my share of cases as well. “Since I became a judge, I haven’t lost a single case.” The first case before the court on Monday involved a juror not being totally
forthcoming about experiences that could have biased the juror’s opinion on the case, which involved a firstdegree murder conviction resulting from a drug deal gone bad. The defense felt the lack of juror disclosure should be grounds for a retrial. The second case the court heard involved the validity
of a construction contract that stated a project would be completed at a fixed cost. However, the defendant had turned in receipts for labor and supplies, and the final total of the receipts exceeded the fixed amount declared in the contract, which had only been signed by the defendant but not the plaintiff.
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QUOTABLE “Losing only one senior and with so many returning letters winners, I expect all of the seniors to make a big impact and to lead the underclassmen this year. With all of the experience on the team our sights are set high.” -Maryville boys tennis coach Nicole McGinness
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Experienced Hounds tennis team ready to improve By JASON LAWRENCE Sports editor
Editor’s note: The Daily Forum will be previewing every high school team in Nodaway County as the spring sports season approaches. This is the first installment of a series that will be published over the course of the next several weeks. The Maryville boys tennis team returns 10 letter winners from a season ago and are loaded with seniors, enough experience that first-year head coach Nicole McGinness expects an improvement over last year’s 3-9 record. “Half of the team is made up of seniors,” McGinness said. “I feel that with all of the experience on the team, we will be prepared to do well this season and have a much better record than last year.” Last season ended in districts as Maryville beat Cameron in the first round, but could not get past Chillicothe in the second round.
McGinness said Chillicothe would again be a tough Midland Empire Conference opponent as well as Lafayette. “Our toughest opponents will probably be Chillicothe and Lafayette, but (we) plan to really step up this year and win,” she said. The Spoofhounds return senior letter winners Ben Goecken, who finished fourth in district singles last year, Michael Filips, who took second at the Benton Tournament last season, Chris Dougan, Tate Mattson, Ian Macali, Hunter Hawthorne and Jacob Katsion. Juniors Tristan Coy and Taylor Wallace also return. “Losing only one senior and with so many returning letters winners, I expect all of the seniors to make a big impact and to lead the underclassmen this year,” McGinness said. “With all of the experience on the team our sights are set high.” Maryville opens its season Thursday, March 27 at home against Savannah.
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The 2014 Maryville Spoofhounds boys tennis team roster includes: front row, from left — Martin Bagoly, Ben Goecken, manager Tessa Graves and Zach Springer; second — Aiden Calfee, Taylor Wallace, Sean Skipper, Braxton Salcedo, Austin Barmann and Jacob Katsion; third — Hunter Hawthorne, Tristan Coy, Michael Filips, Tate Mattson, Ian Macali, Chris Dougan and Tyler Coleman. Not pictured: Michael Farlow, Joe Suchan and Justin Wilmes.
Bearcats sweep MIAA awards Basketball is a game of inches after successful weekend Stein’s Blog
Basketball is a game, mostly played by That move almost broke the Southern depeople 23-years-old or younger. Playing fender’s ankles as he attempted to stay with basketball is a lot of fun. The officials who DeShaun. It was fantastic. The Southern run the game like what they do, too. Then player went tumbling on the baseline. Howwhy does basketball drive coaches and of- ever, before DeShaun could get the shot up, ficials nuts, especially in March. the nearest official called an offensive foul In 1982, my girls’ basketball team at Wil- on DeShaun. ber-Clatonia High School was state ranked. Ben McCollum, the Northwest coach, was We held a double digit lead over Pius X for right there. He probably had a better view most the game. This was going to be a real than the official. He knew the official had upset. guessed on how the Southern defender had However, my two post players fouled ended up on the floor. Ben probably realized out and we were hanging on for our lives. the call just cost his team a great chance to With seven seconds remaining, we held a win the game. You could see his frustration three-point lead and had the ball on an out- come out as he yelled at that official after of-bounds play. In 1982, the the game. three-point line had not been It is such a game of added to the rule book. We inches. Had the official couldn’t lose, right? had been in just a little A backup post player threw better position, he would the inbound pass to a backup have seen DeShaun never guard. It was intercepted. No touched the defender. He big deal. Let Pius X score and didn’t want to cost Norththe clock run out. Just don’t west the victory. It was just foul. I had even threatened a game of inches. death on anyone who thought It happens to officials, about fouling. too. I have a friend that was However, another backup on the verge of becoming a post player decided to get the major league umpire. His ball back. She almost grabbed name is Jeff Hendricks. In the player just as she threw up the mid-1990s, Jeff was a a desperation 35-foot shot. I Triple A umpire and a maGene Steinmeyer swear it would have missed jor league vacation replacebadly had not my player changed the direc- ment umpire. tion of the flight of the ball. He was working behind the plate in The ball headed toward the rim in a line- Omaha. The Omaha Royals were playing drive arch. It hit the back of the rim and Oklahoma City, the Texas Rangers’ Triple A bounced straight in the air. We looked like affiliate. Doug Strange, the Oklahoma City we would survive when it came down and third baseman, was at the plate when Jeff hit the rim a second time. To my horror, called him out looking at a third strike. the ball came down a second time and right Strange thought it was a ball and turned through the basket. After a made free-throw to argue. Jeff liked a good argument and this tied the game, my team lost in overtime. one turned out to be a memorable one. Doug One inch to the right or left, one inch was much shorter than Jeff. As Strange was higher or lower, Wilber-Clatonia wins that arguing, he bobbed his head and the bill of game. How could that ball hit the rim twice his helmet hit Jeff on the bridge of the nose. and still go in the net. How could my kid Jeff reacted by grabbing Strange and pushfoul? It was a game where an inch meant a ing him away. It became a problem when win or a loss. he grabbed Strange by the neck. Strange In the MIAA men’s semifinal game Satur- thought Jeff was choking him and it really day in Kansas City, Northwest trailed Mis- escalated. Both Jeff and Strange were sussouri Southern by one point with less than pended for a few games. Jeff’s supervisors two minutes to play. Both teams had been told him not to worry, but by the end of the trading baskets. I was sitting with an MIAA year, Jeff was out of professional baseball. men’s official. We both predicted whoever Had Strange been a couple of inches got the next defensive stop would win the shorter or taller, Jeff would be a major game. league umpire with 20 years of experience. DeShaun Cooper, the MIAA Player of the Don’t feel too sorry for Jeff. He has umYear, started a drive to the basket. DeShaun pired several College World Series games, is lightning-quick and the Southern player including the championship game. Guess had to respect that speed. At that moment, where that’s held? Omaha. DeShaun stopped on a dime and pulled back Don’t worry about Northwest either. They for a 15-foot shot that would give Northwest will have plenty of incentive as they enter the lead. It was the greatest step-back move regional play next week in Mankato, Minn. I had ever seen. DeShaun’s not done breaking ankles yet.
MARYVILLE, Mo. — Northwest tennis players Sergio De Vilchez and Alexis Bartek were each named the MIAA Tennis Athletes of the Week on Monday in a release from the league office. De Vilchez led the men’s team to a 3-1 record over the weekend while Bartek’s play for the women gave them a weekend split at 2-2. Bartek went 3-0 while playing at No. 2 singles. She had wins over Cameron’s Paula Gutierrez-Casa (6-3, 2-6, 10-3), Nebraska-Kearney’s Kristin Weems (6-2, 6-0) and Southeastern Oklahoma’s Darija Catipovic (6-3, 6-1). She was leading Drury’s Natalia Kozel 6-2, 5-5 before play was halted. Bartek teamed with Lorena Rivas Jarolim to win at No. 1 doubles against NebraskaKearney and Southeastern Oklahoma. De Vilchez was 3-0 at No. 1 singles as he didn’t drop a set over the weekend. He beat Cameron’s Dennis Merdan (6-3, 6-2), Nebraska-Kearney’s Yeswanth Nadella (60, 6-0) and Drury’s Andy Blair (6-4, 6-4). He paired with Lluis Altimires at No. 1 doubles, winning matches over Cameron, Nebraska-Kearney and Southeastern Oklahoma. The men’s team beat Cameron 5-0 to open the weekend behind victories from all three doubles teams as well as De Vilchez and Alvaro Riveras in singles. Northwest lost one match in doubles play to Nebraska-Kearney before sweeping singles and earning two doubles wins to claim an 8-1 win. The Bearcats suffered their first loss of
the season on Saturday against Drury with De Vilchez claiming the only victory in the 5-1 defeat. Northwest got back on a winning track Sunday to close out the weekend, beating Southeastern Oklahoma 5-0, winning all three doubles matches and getting singles wins from Altimires and Fin Glowick. The women’s team went 2-2 over team weekend, winning every other match. They kicked off the weekend with a 5-3 loss to Cameron despite singles victories from Jarolim and Bartek and a doubles win from Marianne Hull and Mara Veasey. The Cats bounced back with a 5-4 win over Nebraska-Kearney behind singles wins from Jarolim, Bartek and Aniek Kolen. Jarolim and Bartek also won in doubles as did the team of Kolen and Stephanie Mannix. On Saturday, Northwest lost 5-1 to Drury with Kolen and Mannix picking up the lone victory in No. 3 doubles. The Bearcats did, however, end the weekend on a positive note, beating Southeastern Oklahoma 6-1 as Jarolim, Bartek, Mannix and Kolen won their singles matches and the teams of Jarolim and Bartek and Mannix and Kolen picked up doubles victories. The Northwest women (3-4) will play Missouri Western on Wednesday in Maryville at 3 p.m. and Fort Hays State on Friday at home. The men’s team (4-1) will play next at Missouri-St. Louis on Saturday, March 15, at 11 a.m.
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Cardinals, 3B Carpenter agree to $52M, 6-year deal
Dorrel wins Sports Commission award
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Matt Carpenter $14.5 million in 2019. called agreeing to a new $52 million, sixCarpenter hit .318 while leading the Nayear deal with St. Louis a no-brainer. The tional League in hits (199), doubles (55) and Cardinals are hoping their third baseman runs (126) last season and playing mostly sticks around even longer second base. He is moving than that. back to third this season, “He’s the type of player where he has played most of you’d like to think could finhis professional career. ish his career as a Cardinal,” He earned his first All-Star St. Louis chairman and CEO selection in 2013 and finBill DeWitt said Saturday. ished fourth in MVP voting. St. Louis began contract A 13th round draft choice out talks with Carpenter in Auof TCU in 2009, Carpenter’s gust. first full season in the majors “It was not one of those was 2012. where we were sitting there Carpenter switched to secdebating all of Matt’s faults ond base during last spring or his weaknesses, because training and started 128 there weren’t any,” St. Lougames as a middle infielder is General Manager John in 2013. He also played 24 Mozeliak said. “He’s really games at third. Matt Carpenter a special person not only on Known in the clubhouse the field but off the field.” for his work ethic and daily The deal includes a team option for a sev- preparation, it hasn’t taken Carpenter long enth year in 2020 at $18.5 million. Should to take on a leadership role. He’s made an the Cardinals decline the option, they would impact not only on the younger Cardinals, pay Carpenter a $2 million buyout. but also on the veterans. “For a baseball junkie like myself, I can’t “They can’t help but watch,” Cardinals think of a better place to play than the city of manager Mike Matheny said. “OK, how St. Louis,” Carpenter said. “Busch Stadium, did this guy get on the board all of the sudI still pinch myself every time I make that den? How’s he in the MVP running? Where drive to the field. Playing in front of these did this come from? They can’t help but fans, the city of St. Louis, Cardinal baseball translate the work that’s put in and the disas a whole, it’s just so much fun. It’s such a cipline.” privilege to put on this jersey. It’s something He fought back emotion at Saturday’s I don’t take lightly at all.” press conference. Carpenter’s agent, Bryan Cahill, said the “I realize what a responsibility this is for 28-year-old received a $1 million signing me,” Carpenter said. “I’m really looking bonus and he’ll make $1.5 million this sea- forward to living up to this and continuing son. The salary escalates each year, reaching being part of such a great organization.”
Shields, Vargas to start season for Royals SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — James Shields and Jason Vargas will start the Kansas City‘s first two games of the season at Detroit. Manager Ned Yost announced opening starters Saturday and said Wade Davis is no longer a candidate for a spot in the rotation. Davis made 24 starts before being sent to the bullpen last season.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Northwest Missouri State head football coach Adam Dorrel has been named the Burns & McDonnell Coach of the Year by the Kansas City Sports Commission. Dorrel will receive his award on Friday, April 11, at the Kansas City Sports Commission Awards Banquet at the Downtown Marriott-Muehlbach
Towers. The program will begin at 7 p.m. Dorrel led the Bearcats to the 2013 NCAA Division II National Championship, going 15-0. He was also named the MIAA Coach of the Year and the AFCA Division II Coach of the Year. Ticket information is available online at www.SportKC.org.
Royals’ Hochevar to have season-ending surgery SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) — Kansas City ter this season. Royals right-hander Luke Hochevar will “We wouldn’t rule Luke out for the fuhave Tommy John surgery that will side- ture,” Royals general manager Dayton line the pitcher for the seaMoore said. “We’ll hopefulson. ly be able to keep him in the Hochevar felt a twinge organization going forward.” in his elbow on the nextFree agency, however, was to-last pitch of a scoreless not on Hochevar’s mind with two-inning outing Monsurgery pending to replace day against the Chicago the torn ligament in his elWhite Sox. bow. An MRI on Tuesday re“That is irrelevant right vealed a major tear of the now,” Hochevar said. “That ulnar collateral ligament. will all fall into play if I’m The severity of the injury healthy and I can pitch.” was confirmed Thursday Manager Ned Yost said by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Hochevar decided to have Los Angeles. surgery in the next few “What I didn’t want to weeks instead of rest and rehear,” Hochevar said Frihab for two months. Luke Hochevar day. “This thing is going to Hochevar missed nearly blow,” Yost said of Hochethree months in 2010 with a sprained right var’s ligament. “It is going to go, sooner elbow, making just 17 starts that season. or later.” “I knew this day was coming,” Hochevar The Royals won 86 games last year, their said. “After the first time I hurt it, I knew most victories since the 1989 club went it was coming. I’m extremely thankful it 92-70. Kansas City hasn’t been in the playheld up for four years.” offs since winning the 1985 World Series. The 30-year-old Hochevar went 5-2 with “The toughest part about it is we’re a 1.92 ERA and two saves in 58 relief ap- primed this year to win,” Hochevar said. pearances last season. He held opponents “You want to be part of that dog pile in to a .169 batting average, which ranked September. The way the team’s shaping third among AL relievers with at least 60 up, we’re going to win. That’s not a doubt innings. from every standpoint. Hochevar switched to the bullpen last “I want to be a part of it. It is just not goyear after going 38-59 with a 5.44 ERA in ing to happen.” 128 career starts. Right-handers Kelvin Herrera and AarHochevar was the first player picked in on Crow and left-hander Tim Collins will the 2006 draft. He will make $5.21 million likely be the primary setup men for closer this year and is eligible for free agency af- Greg Holland in Hochevar’s absence.
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Artist W. Justin Border of Overland Park, Kansas will be creating this artwork for the second traffic box art project in St. Joseph, MO on March 26, 2014.
Allied Arts Council Announces Traffic Box Painting Date
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SULLIVAN STAPLETON as Themistokles in Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Legendary Pictures’ action adventure “300: RISE OF AN EMPIRE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release.
‘300: Rise of an Empire’ can’t live up to the original 300: Rise of an Empire By Gary Darling Staff Writer
The first movie based on the graphic novel of the same name, ‘300,’ is one of those films that is a guilty pleasure. No one ever admits to seeing it and enjoying it, but, when no one is watching, they pop it in, get out the popcorn, and enjoy the over-the-top performance of Gerard Butler as King Leonidas. Also, it made more than $200 million in the United States alone, so some of us had to have seen it. Some of us, me, had seen it twice in the theater. So, when I heard they were making a sequel, the first thin, I though was “how?” I mean, spoiler alert, they all died at the end of first film.
Upon reading up on the subject, the film makers wanted to focus on the other battles during this time, in the same region, namely the Battle of Salamis and the events that occur before, during, and after, the battle of the first ‘300.’ With that in mind, I was okay with the idea of a ‘300’ sequel. My only worry was that they wouldn’t be able to capture the same energy and magic as the first one. Boy, they sure didn’t. The best character in this film was a bad guy (or should I say gal), that being Artemisia (Eva Green). Now if she had been the lead protagonist, then you would have had something. Unfortunately that role fell upon Sullivan Stapleton as Themistokles. Stapleton wasn’t horrible as the famed Athenian general, but he
just didn’t have the charisma of Eva Green, and definitely not that of Gerard Butler from the first film. Without the draw of the powerful lead role, this film flounders a bit, gets boring in the middle, and has a very dramatic, but short, battle at the end. Were there any good points to the movie besides Eva Green’s performance? Not many, and Lena Headey was wasted in what could be considered, at most, a cameo appearance. If you are looking for the same experience you garnered from the first ‘300’ film, this one won’t get you there. It has some bright spots here and there, but they are few and far between. Overall, it was a big disappointment considering this was, what I considered, the lead-in to the summer blockbuster movie season. Not a good start, Hollywood.
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – On, Wednesday, March 26, the Allied Arts Council and the City of St. Joseph invite everyone to watch the selected artist W. Justin Border of Overland Park, Kansas as he creates St. Joseph’s second traffic box public art project, at the corner of 4th and Felix. Border begins creating his design around 11 a.m. The community is invited to watch as Border brings a piece of artwork to life, and turns an ordinary street corner into a piece of art. “This year’s design full of color couldn’t be painted at a better time. Hopefully by the time March 26 comes, the weather will be more spring like, with artwork to represent that,” said Ashley Jones, Allied Arts Council Marketing Coordinator. “The background of this design is created out of several sections of a stylized topographical map of St. Joseph. The foreground is based off a diagram of a section of the Missouri River floodplains dating back to the 1930s. The blue denotes the river in its current channel. Although the design is fairly abstract, I wanted a strong sense of place for the work. I have always been fascinated with maps and the functions of maps. Topographical maps show the layout of the land in a flattened plane with contour lines representing elevation, forcing us to imagine the space in three dimensions. I aim for this piece to do sort of the same thing and spur the viewer’s imagination,” said Border. Border is currently an Education Assistant at the Johnson County Museum in Shawnee, KS, and a Student Archive Science Trainee at the National Archives and Records Administration in Lenexa, KS. He currently attends the Graphic Design Certificate Program at the Kansas City Art Institute, with an expected graduation date of May 2014. For more information on the selected artist or the traffic box piece, please visit www.stjoearts.org. The Allied Arts Council was organized in 1963 to provide service to St. Joseph area arts organizations, artists, and the general public. The Council has since grown into a federation of sixteen arts agencies and now produces community arts programs, raises funds, promotes public awareness, and provides service and support to its member agencies. The Allied Arts Council seeks to make St. Joseph a better place to live through the arts, and its mission is to provide leadership and support for the arts and to its member organizations.
‘300’ sequel rules box office with $45.1M debut ancient battles of the Greeks and Persians, led a busy boxoffice weekend that also saw an Academy Awards bump for “12 Years a Slave” and one of the highest per-screen averages ever for Wes Anderson’s European caper “The Grand Budapest Hotel.” Though “300: Rise of an Empire” is excessively macho, Eva Green — the film’s fiercest presence — may have drawn females for what was always going to be a male-centric release. Whereas the female audience for the first “300” was only 29 percent, it was 38 percent for “Rise of an Empire.” “Talk about female empowCOURTESY OF COURTESY OF WARNER BROS. PICTURES erment,” said Jeff Goldstein, EVA GREEN as Artemisia in Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Legend- head of domestic distribution for ary Pictures’ action adventure “300: RISE OF AN EMPIRE,” a Warner Bros., said of the “Casino Warner Bros. Pictures release. Royale” actress. Noting the popularity of 3-D By JAKE COYLE sation, Warner Bros.’ 3-D follow- and IMAX screenings for the AP Film Writer up showed considerable might movie, Goldstein credited the NEW YORK (AP) — The at the box office. While “300: visual panache of producer shirtless warriors of the “300” Rise of an Empire” didn’t come Snyder (Noam Murro took over sequel “Rise of an Empire” rav- close the North American debut directing), who drew directly aged the post-Oscars box-office of Zack Snyder’s 2007 original from Frank Miller’s graphic novweekend with a domestic debut ($70.9 million and without the els: “He brings a lot to the screen of $45.1 million but an even big- benefit of 3-D ticket prices), it that mesmerizes you.” ger international haul of $87.8 performed like a blockbuster Paul Dergarabedian, senior million. overseas. media analyst for box-office Seven years after the origi“Rise of an Empire,” which tracker Rentrak, said the “300” nal “300” became an unlikely, with flexed torsos and R-rated franchise “translates to virtually ultra-stylish, blood-soaked sen- bloodshed further chronicles the every culture. Every country can
appreciate the visuals of these movies.” The week’s other new wide release, 20th Century Fox’s animated “Mr. Peabody & Sherman,” opened in second with $32.5 million. Though the performance was better than some expected, it’s a relatively low total for a film that cost about $140 million to make. The film is based on the cartoon about a time-traveling boy and his brilliant dog from “The Rocky and Bullwinkle Show.” Some of the family film market was likely taken by Warner Bros.’ hit “The Lego Movie,” which added $11 million in its fifth weekend. The Liam Neeson thriller “Non-Stop” slid to third place with $15.4 million in the Universal release’s second weekend after topping the box office last week. In limited release, “The Grand Budapest Hotel” made an astounding average of $200,000 on four screens in New York and Los Angeles. Fox Searchlight will expand the film by 65 to 75 theaters next week. The specialty studio also celebrated the best picture Oscar win for “12 Years a Slave” with a notable bump of $2.2 million, even though it was released
on DVD and video-on-demand Tuesday. That was up 123 percent on the prior weekend for the film, which first opened in November. “12 Years a Slave” drew even more international interest, where it made $9.1 million as moviegoers flocked to see the Academy Award winner. Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Rentrak. Where available, latest international numbers are also included. 1. “300: Rise of an Empire,” $45.1 million ($87.8 million international). 2. “Mr. Peabody & Sherman,” $32.5 million ($21 million international). 3. “Non-Stop,” $15.4 million ($12 million international). 4. “The Lego Movie,” $11 million ($9.9 million international). 5. “Son of God,” $10 million. 6. “The Monuments Men,” $3.1 million ($3.7 million international). 7. “3 Days to Kill,” $3.1 million. 8. “Frozen,” $3 million ($3.6 million international). 9. “12 Years a Slave,” $2.2 million ($9.1 million international). 10. “Ride Along,” $2 million ($1.8 million international).
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ASTRO-GRAPH TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2014 by Bernice Bede Osol
Your generosity could stand in the way of your success this year. While it’s an admirable pursuit, helping others with their problems will reduce the amount of time you spend on your own goals. You must learn to say no if you want to achieve your ambitions. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Being in contact with children will help you see the lighter side of life. If you’re honest in your dealings, you will avoid questions about your motives. ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It’s important to keep an open mind. Consider the solutions being offered by others. Respecting the opinions of your colleagues will be half the battle. Compromise will be necessary. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are likely to take on too much today. Look for possible changes that could help you cut corners, and delegate more jobs in order to free up some time. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You will be given an opportunity to increase your income. Look at an old problem in a new light to find a way to advance. Listen to someone with experience. CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- After much deliberation, you now have the knowledge and resources to make positive changes in your life. Overcome your fear of failure and take the plunge. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You will receive an unexpected financial gain.
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BRIDGE BY PHILLIP ALDER
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To finesse or to establish?
Each row, column and set of 3-by-3 boxes must contain the numbers 1 through 9 without repetition.
George Orwell claimed, “One does not establish a dictatorship in order to safeguard a revolution; one makes a revolution in order to establish a dictatorship.” At the bridge table, one
Legal issues are in the process of being resolved. The plan you are involved in should be kept secret for the time being. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You will be successful today, provided you have all the relevant documentation in place. Keep a close eye on your competitors. They will be looking for an opportunity to derail your plans. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You have the power of persuasion on your side. Don’t sit back and wait for events to transpire. Present your ideas to those in a position to help you reach your target. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Success is in sight. After much hard work, you will realize your ambitions. Maintain your current course and ignore those who try to change your mind. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -An old friend will unexpectedly come back into the picture. Love is in the air. Spice up your personal life by offering someone special a little romance and adventure. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -You may need to make some alterations in your quest to move ahead. Find a more imaginative way to present your ideas. What works for others may not work for you. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -Take care of nagging health issues by making medical appointments that you’ve been postponing. You will need to be at your best for the challenges that lie ahead.
sometimes establishes a winner in order to safeguard a contract -- as in this deceptive deal. South reaches four hearts. What should he do after West leads the diamond king? North’s three-diamond jump-cue-bid below three of partner’s suit was a Mixed Raise. It showed four-card heart support, 7-9 high-card points and nine losers: a hand too good for a pre-emptive jump-raise to three hearts and too weak for a gameinvitational two-diamond cue-bid raise. The original South won with his diamond ace, drew trumps and played a spade to dummy’s 10. East won with his jack and returned a diamond. Declarer ruffed and took a second failing spade finesse. Later, he lost two club tricks to go down one. Agreed, it was unlucky that all four key cards were offside, but South could have survived. After drawing trumps, declarer should have attacked clubs. West would have won with his
queen and shifted to a spade, but South would have taken a finesse. East would have won and led back a diamond. South would have ruffed and played the club king. West could have won this trick or the next and led a spade, but declarer would have won with dummy’s ace and discarded dummy’s last spade on his fourth club. Then, finally, South would have ruffed his third spade. He would have taken one spade, five hearts, one diamond, two clubs and that spade ruff on the board.
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Garage Sales BIG BROTHERS Big Sisters accepts garage sale leftovers. Clothing, shoes, accessories, books, small household items. Blue bins located at Hy-Vee, Sutherlands, Wal-Mart, Dollar General North and on 9th Street. Sorry no furniture or electronics. Call 660-5627981 for more information. tfn
For Sale NEED STORAGE? Why pay rent when you can own? Many sizes and styles of portable lawn and garden sheds, horse/cattle shelters, garages and cabins. Free delivery and set-up. 660-5413046. 31-tfn SELLING WITH reserve: ($4,000 each). Two forklifts: Hyster 50 & Nissan 50. Accepting bids through March 18, 2014. NoCoMo (Sheltered Workshop), 319 S. Newton, Maryville, MO 64468. 660-582-2928, Nicki Samson. 39-10 FOR SALE: 2000 Honda XR 70R 4 stroke dirt bike, starts great, runs great, excellent condition, wheels replaced in 2011. Perfect for first time rider, $900 cash
Pets T-CUP YORKIE ready! Male & female, 12 weeks, $500, AKC reg. Potty trained, shots & vaccinated. Reg. papers. pennypup90@ yahoocom, 660-679-6898. 38-15
660-582-4357
1010 S. Main, Maryville, MO
www.BakerChiroRehab.com New patients seen same day!
For Rent LOOKING FOR roommate: 3 bedroom house, quiet neighborhood, utiliites paid. 660-853-9808. 44-5 SOUTHVIEW Apartments, Clarinda. Looking for quiet hometown atmosphere? 1 or 2 bedroom apartments, many amenities included in rent. Secure facility. Garages available. Details, 712-542-3443. 45-10 2 BEDROOM apartment, near University, coin operated laundry. Trash and water paid. $450 a month. 660541-2443. 47-10
Autos
FOR SALE: Basset hound puppies, 6 weeks old, shots & wormed. APR registered. Tri & red/white. Excellent with kids. 660-448-2161. 46-5
2005 GRAND Prix GT, 3.8 liter V-6, auto., 4 door, sunroof, 191K miles, $4,500. 660-582-1395. 37-tf
FREE TO good home: Young short haired gray cat, extremely friendly. 660927-3728. 47-5
AMERICAN WALNUT buying standing walnut timber. 25 or more. Call 816232-6781 in St. Joseph for more details. 249-tfn
Real Estate
Wanted
FSBO: NICE 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home with garage. Some new carpet and paint. Maryville, 660-5821390. 45-5
COMIC BOOKS bought. Cash for your old and recent comics. Most titles and publishers. Good prices paid. Will travel. Call Sundollars, 541-292-7944. 47-20
For Rent
Help Wanted
2 BEDROOM, 1 bath apartment, W/D included. Available immediately, $475. 660-541-4232. 4-tfn
DRIVERS: NEW pay increase! Get consistent miles and home time, driving brand new 2014 trucks w/ APU’s and all of the flatbed equipment you need. CDLA. 2 yrs. experience. 855219-5996. 38-10
BRAND NEW 2&3 bedroom apartments, Southview Apartments (next to Walmart), starting at $400 month! Community building, after school program, covered picnic area! 660562-2667. 41-10 ENJOY SMALL town living. 1 bedroom apartments at Hopkins Housing, utilities and maintenance included in low rent. Designed for seniors. 660-778-3429. equal Opportunity Housing. 44-5
FULL-TIME FARROWING technician at Tarkio Creek Farms near Fairfax. Looking for mature, responsible hardworking individual to care for animals. If interested call Sally at 660623-0497. 44-5 CAREER OPPORTUNITY: Part Time, Full Time, Lift Time Income! Infor-
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Call Rita at 660-562-2424 or e-mail rpiveral@maryvilledailyforum.com to place your classified ad. All classified ads run five times in the Daily Forum and once in The Post -- 25 words or less for $20. rpiveral@maryvilledailyforum.com
Help Wanted
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Help Wanted
mational meeting for all interested. Nodaway County Senior Center, 1210 E. First Street, Maryville, Mo. 64468, Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 3:30 p.m. Please RSVP to reserve your spot: 913-232-7460 or chrisgigi. myshaklee@gmail.com 46-5
perience with material handling equipment. Knowledge of Thermo-King units and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations necessary, Be willing to learn and operate electronic on board computer. DOT physical, drug /alcohol screening and
road/written tests required. Excellent pay per/mile and full benefit package home most weekends. Equal Opportunity Employer. Send Resume to: Hillyard Inc, Human Resources, PO Box 909, St. Joseph, MO 64502. 47-15
DRIVERS: COMPANY, great pay, miles, benefits and home time. Passenger policy. CDL-A with one year OTR experience. 1-800-831-4832 x 1406. 47-10 IF YOU’VE been laid off from Energizer or Hostess— HELP IS STILL AVAILABLE! Are you a displaced worker from Energizer? Funds are still available to assist you with reemployment services, including assessments, job-search assistance, and training to upgrade your skills. Visit your local Missouri Career Center to learn what services are available to you. To find the Career Center nearest you visit: http://jobs.mo.gov/ For more information, call 1-888-728-5627 (J-O-B-S) 47-25 DRIVER. ESTABLISHED company seeking driver in 48 states. Must have CDL with HazMat endorsement, minimum 2 years driving experience, be able to lift 50 pounds, and ex-
ADVERTISING in The Maryville Daily Forum and The Post can make you MONEY! Call Rita today to place your Classified Ads 660-562-2424!
If you’ve been laid off from Energizer or Hostess? - HELP IS STILL AVAILABLE! Are you a dispaced worker from Energizer?
Funds are still available to assist you with reemployment services, including assessments, job-search assistance, and training to upgrade your skills. Visit your local Missouri Career Center to learn what services are available to you. To find the Career Center nearest you visit: http://jobs.mo.gov/ For more information, call 1-888-728-5627 (J-O-B-S)
Help Wanted Are you energetic, motivated, and a great communicator who loves working with people? If so, we’re looking for YOU! Our Maryville office has a
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE position available, full-time with benefits. Pick up an application or drop off your resume at 1218 South Main Street today!
Dalton Ag, Inc. in Lenox, Iowa is currently accepting applications for full-time and temporary
Assemblers, Fabricators, and Welders
Assemblers must be able to read a tape measure, be mechanically inclined, and forklift experience is a plus. Fabricators need to be able to read a tape measure, have experience with blueprints, be able to lift a minimum of 75 lbs, and previous experience with an iron worker or as a saw operator preferred. Welders must be experienced and be able to read blue prints; MIG welding experience with stainless steel preferred. Good work history and previous manufacturing experience is a plus. We offer competitive wages, benefits, referral bonuses, overtime, and Dalton Ag is now a 100% employee owned company. To fill out an application stop by 602 E. Van Buren, Lenox IA from 7:00 am - 4:30 pm or call 641-333-4518 for more information. Pre-employment drug screen and physical required. EOE
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ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY TECHNICIAN Why Join Altec? If you’re considering a career with Altec, Inc., there’s never been a better time to join us! Our Company was founded based upon values that place the customer first, and view people as our greatest strength. Our Values (in alphabetical order): Customer First, Enjoyment of Work, Family, Financial Stability, Integrity, People Are Our Greatest Strength, Quality, Spiritual Development, Teamwork.
For more details and to apply go to www.altec.com/careers.php. Job #8079 Applications will close March 14, 2014. Applications WILL NOT BE TAKEN at Altec Industries. EOE Statement Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.
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