Wednesday, JANUARY 4, 2017 • morgancountypress.com • Vol. 106 No. 44
MORGAN COUNTY
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Elected officials take oaths of office Dec. 30 Morgan County Clerk Cathy Daniels Friday, Dec. 30 at the Morgan County Courthouse administered the oath of office to those elected to office in the Tuesday, Nov. 8 election. Each of the office holders
swore to execute their respective duties to the best of their abilities. Note: Sheriff Norman Dills was sworn in by Judge Pat Scott at the Morgan County Justice Center. Elected officials are pictured below.
Ryan Hoffa
Amanda Huffman
M.B. “Doc” Jones
Colleen Richardson-Ritchey Assessor
Western District Commissioner
Welcoming the new year
Public Administrator
Kathy Nolting, from left, Sheila Knierim, Teather Bellis, and Kimberly Nolting enjoy the munchies provided by the Stover Fair Board and bring-your-own beverages during the New Year’s Eve Bash at the Stover Community Center. Mike and Kimberly Nolting pose in front of a festive “2017” backdrop with some of the props provided for commemorative picture-taking, and Jodee Hibdon makes one of the final moves in a giant game of Jenga. The event also included a dance with music provided by DJ Colton Taylor, decks of cards for groups to play, a cornhole game, door prizes, and a variety of party favors and noise makers. (photos by R. D. Fish)
Filing continues for local elections
Filing for candidacy in Tuesday, April 4, 2017 municipal elections is currently open, and continues during each government body’s regular business hours and until 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017. Stover City Council Elections will be held for mayor and two seats as alderman-atlarge in the city of Stover, each with a two-year term. Brenda Steffens has filed for mayor. Marsha Black and Jeremy Smith have filed for alderman. Declarations of candidacy will be accepted during business hours, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays, at the city clerk’s office, 503 W. Second St. in Stover. Candidates must file an affidavit of tax payments, which must be notarized and mailed to the Department of Revenue. The form is available at City Hall. Stover Rural Fire Protection District Two seats on the board of the Stover Rural Fire Protection District are available, each with a six-year term, plus one seat with an unexpired four-year term. As of press time, no candidates have filed.
To declare candidacy in these races, call Larry Witte at 573377-4251 or 573-569-1254. Morgan County R-I School District Three seats on the Morgan County R-I school board are available, each with a three-year term. As of press time, no candidates have filed. Qualified people may file as candidates 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays when school is in session and until 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017 at the school district’s central office, 701 North Oak St. in Stover. The district office will be closed after 12:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13; all day Monday, Jan. 16; and whenever school is canceled due to weather, except Jan. 17. Golden Age Nursing Home District Two positions as director-atlarge of the Golden Age Nursing Home District are available, each with a three-year term. These seats are currently held by Kirt Wilson and Evelyn Alpers. Both have filed for re-election. Candidates must be U.S. citizens at least 24 years old, residing within the district at least
one year prior to the election. Candidates may file in writing during regular office hours, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays, at the administrator’s office of the Golden Age Living Center, 404 E. Third St. in Stover. Mid-Mo Ambulance District Also up for election is the seat from District 4 in Morgan County on the board of the Mid-Mo Ambulance District. As of press time, no candidates have filed. Candidacy paperwork will be accepted during regular weekday business hours at the district office, 221 S. Moreau Ave. in Tipton. Gravois Special Road District 8 One seat on the board of Gravois Special Road District 8 will be up for election, with a threeyear term. As of press time, no candidates have filed. Candidacy may be filed during regular office hours at the road district barn, 27876 Highway 5 in Gravois Mills, or leave a message at 573-372-2215. Public Water Supply Dist. 2 One seat on the board of Public Water Supply District 2 will be
up for election, with a three-year term. It is the seat representing sub-district 5 in Ivy Bend. As of press time, no candidates have filed. C a n d i d a t e s for this position must file at the Morgan County Courthouse in Versailles. Morgan County Health Center As of press time, appointee Jim Smith has filed and incumbent Diana Burdick has re-filed for seats on the board of the Morgan County Health Center. Three seats are up for election, each with a four-year term. Candidacy declarations will be accepted during regular office hours, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays, at the health center, 104 W. Lafayette in Versailles. Otterville R-VI School District Rosemary Brand has filed for one of three seats available on the Otterville R-VI school board. Each seat has a three-year term. Declarations of candidacy may be filed 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. when school is in session, and until 5 p.m. on Jan. 17, 2017 at the superintendent’s office, 101 W. Georgetown St. in Otterville.
Coroner
Norman Dills Sheriff
Rodney Schad
Eastern District Commissioner
Classes resume this week
Classes resume Wednesday, Jan. 4 at Morgan County R-I School in Stover after the Christmas/New Year break. Students are scheduled to return Thursday, Jan. 5 at St. Paul Lutheran School in Stover after their Christmas vacation. Homecoming reset Stover High School’s basketball homecoming games and
dance have been rescheduled Saturday, Jan. 21, after being canceled due to weather Friday, Dec. 16. As of press time, starting times of the games were yet to be determined. The postponed homecoming school spirit activities will take place during school hours Friday, Jan. 20.
Kroeschen thanked for service
Wayne Kroeschen, Morgan County Western District Commissioner, participated in his last official commission meeting Friday, Dec. 30. Presiding Commissioner James Bryant commended Kroeschen saying, “We want to thank Wayne for all his service the last eight years. He has served the county well.” (photo by Bryan E. Jones)
Using their imagination
Alexa Chrisman, left, and Grace Green pretend to bake birthday cakes Friday, Dec. 29 in a backyard off South Maple Street in Stover. One of their more successful cakes sets on the upturned bucket, next to a tablet they were using to play music. They said their recipe included mud, ash, and other material. (photo by R. D. Fish)
9 is deadline to advertise Meetings Jan. 4-11 Jan. in 2017 Pro Services Guide
The Morgan County Health Center board is scheduled to meet 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4 at the health center in Versailles. The Ivy Bend Fire and Rescue board is scheduled to meet 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4 at Fire Station 1 in Ivy Bend. The Florence Community Fire Department board is scheduled to meet 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 5 at the Flor-
ence fire station. A meeting open to representatives from all Stover community organizations is scheduled 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9 at the Stover Lions Club building, following a 6 p.m. social reception. The Stover Rural Fire Protection District is scheduled to meet 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9 at the district office in Stover.
Business have until Monday, Jan. 9 to advertise in the 2017 Central Missouri Professional Services Guide. Plans are for the guide to be inserted in the Morgan County Press and The Versailles Leader-Statesman, plus Vernon Publishing’s Advertiser and Tipton Times. Among other benefits, advertisers will receive: • 10 free copies of the magazine to distribute to customers. • Visibility in a publication used
more often than the phone book. • Exposure to customers in a wider area, including more than 10,000 homes. • Free color for their ad in a glossy magazine format. • A free listing in the magazine’s index, including each business’ phone number To advertise in the 2017 Professional Services Guide, call Michael Benson or Dorothy Anderson at 573-378-5441 by Monday, Jan. 9.
Dispatch honors Eckhoff
Morgan County 9-1-1 recognized Detective Kyle Eckhoff Thursday, Dec. 29 as 2016 Morgan County Deputy Sheriff of the year. The award was presented by county dispatchers who they felt Eckhoff’s contributions went “beyond the normal expectations of his day-to-day duties.” The award noted Eckhoff’s “dedication to the citizens of Morgan County” and his “willingness to help out when needed.” (submitted photo)
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Record Obituaries Luther D. Covington
Chad Alan Billington
Stover, died Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016 at his home. He was born July 1, 1945, in Gideon, a son of Owen and Vernadine Covington, who preceded him in death. He was a graduate of Lee’s Summit High School. He was a Marine Corps veteran, serving in the Vietnam War, receiving a Purple Heart. He owned and operated a construction clean-up company in Kansas City. He retired to the Stover community and attended First Baptist Church in Stover. He is survived by daughter Kimberly Covington of Tulsa, Okla.; several friends; and two stepsisters. In keeping with his wishes, he was cremated. A memorial service is scheduled 1 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 7, at First Baptist Church in Stover with the Rev. Ron Satterwhite officiating. Inurnment, with military honors is scheduled 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10, at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Baptist Church in Stover. Arrangements are under direction of the Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home in Stover.
of Gravois Mills, died Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016, at his home. He was born March 22, 1972, in Sedalia, a son of Jack and Joann (Zeigler) Billington. He graduated from Hickman High School in Columbia. He worked several years as a bartender for Planet Hollywood in Chicago and Miami Beach. For the past several years, he lived at Lake of the Ozarks and worked in marinas as a mechanic and enjoyed boating. He was artistic and enjoyed working with his hands, making bird houses, wood carvings, and Christmas ornaments. Growing up in Columbia, he played soccer beginning at age five, was on several traveling teams, and played at Hickman High School. He is survived by his parents; brothers Mike Billington and wife Susie, Greg Billington and wife Liz, and Brett Billington; a niece and nephews; and many other relatives and friends. A celebration of life observance will be at a later date. Memorial contributions are suggested to Paralyzed Veterans of America. Cremation arrangements are under direction of the KidwellGarber Funeral Home of Versailles.
Luther D. Covington, 71, of Chad Alan Billington, 44,
Linda Christine Lackey
Linda Christine Lackey, age 68, of Versailles, passed away peacefully, at Good Shepherd Care Center on December 28, 2016. She was born on February 18, 1948, in a hospital at Ames, Iowa. Linda was the daughter of Frank and Mary (Cox) Grimes. On July 4, 1970, she married Ross Reinheimer. On February 11, 1978, Ross passed away with terminal cancer. On October 5, 1979, Linda married Larry Lackey, at the Larkin Avenue Baptist Church in Elgin, Illinois. They shared thirty-seven years together. In 1971, she graduated from the University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, with a BA degree in English and secondary education. In 1980, she graduated from Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, Illinois, with a MS ED in curriculum and supervision. In 1998, Linda completed an additional thirty-eight graduate course hours from Northern Illinois University related to the instruction of language arts, computers and gifted education. As a substitute, her first teaching role was at Durant High School, Durant, Iowa. In the fall of 1972, she was hired full-time at U-46 Eastview Junior High School, Bartlett, Illinois, as a 7th and 8th grade english teacher. During the summer and fall of 1989-1990, Linda accepted a part-time position at Waubonsee Community College, Sugar Grove, Illinois, as an instructor of freshman english composition and literature. After twenty-seven years, she retired from U-46 public school system and relocated, with her husband, Larry, to their retirement farm in Versailles, Missouri. During the fall term 1999, Linda was accepted in the School District No. 1 of Moniteau County, California, Missouri, as a high school english teacher. In the fall of 2000-2003, she completed her teaching career at Morgan County R-II School District, Versailles, Missouri as a high school english teacher. In 1989, Linda received Exemplary Educator Award from the Illinois Math and Science Academy. From 1992-1998, she was selected Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers. Some of her student groups sponsored were: National Honor Society, Pride Group, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Freshman Class Sponsor, Young Authors, Odyssey of the Mind and Literary Guild. At both the California and Versailles High School library and english departments, she developed a college bound reading list for her American literature and english literature and dual credit English composition 113 classes. (Shortly thereafter, Stanford University and Yale University put out similar lists on the internet). Linda had a strong faith base. She enjoyed her family, reading, traveling and friends. Linda strived to see her students succeed and attain their goals. Linda and Larry were members of the Versailles United Methodist Church. Linda is survived by her husband Larry; her step-daughter, Sandra Lackey, step-daughter, Patricia Perna, son-in-law, Joseph Perna and grandchildren, Samuel Perna and Matthew Perna. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 7th, at the Versailles United Methodist Church with Pastor Lora Cunningham officiating. Graveside services and interment will follow in the Versailles Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, January 6th, at the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Versailles United Methodist Church or the Good Shepherd Care Center. Expression of sympathy may be left online at www.kidwellgarber.com. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the KidwellGarber Funeral Home of Versailles. PAID OBITUARY
Food establishment inspections The Morgan County Health Center conducted food establishment inspections for Monday, Dec. 12 to Thursday, Dec. 29. Results shown include the critical violations and the number of non-critical violations. The following establishments were inspected: China Buffet, Versailles, Wednesday, Dec. 28, routine inspection, three critical violations observed, excessive clutter and debris on and under equipment; raw meat stored above vegetables in cooler, corrected; and presence of harborage conditions for pests, professional pest control required,
and six non-critical violations observed. Lake West Cinema, Laurie, Wednesday, Dec. 28, routine inspection, zero critical violations observed, and one noncritical violation observed. Eagle Stop, Versailles, Thursday, Dec. 29, routine inspection, zero critical violations observed, and one noncritical violation observed. Critical violations are usually corrected at the time of inspection. Non-critical violations are not considered an imminent health threat but need to be addressed no later than the next routine inspection.
LaRuth A. K. Vajen
LaRuth Anna Katherine Vajen, 92, of Cole Camp, died Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016, at Good Samaritan Care Center in Cole Camp. She was born Sept. 21, 1924, at her parent’s home near Mora, a daughter of John H. and Pauline (Gieschen) Oelrichs. She was baptized at her home by Pastor I. J. Haag Oct. 1, 1924. She graduated from Lake Creek School near Cole Camp and was confirmed July 31, 1938, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Cole Camp by Pastor Hugo Renz. She was married to Clarence H. F. Vajen Aug. 25, 1946, at her home by Pastor Hugo Renz. She was a farmer and homemaker. She was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Cole Camp and served on the altar guild. She volunteered on 4-H committees. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, gardening, and living on the farm. In 1993, she moved to the retirement village in Cole Camp. In 2008, she entered the Good Samaritan Care Center in Cole Camp. She is survived by daughter Arlene Hall and Russell of Mora; son James Vajen and Nancy of Mora; five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and a granddaughter. services were Funeral Wednesday, Dec. 28, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Cole Camp with Pastor Fred Hertwig officiating. Burial was in Memorial Cemetery in Cole Camp. Pallbearers were Randy Vajen, Damien Jonson, Tim Arnett, Shaun Bartel, Tyler Howard, and Cody McNelly. Memorial contributions were suggested to Memorial Cemetery or Holy Cross Lutheran Church in care of the Fox Funeral Home in Cole Camp.
Charles ‘Chuck’ Edwards
Charles “Chuck” Edwards, 76, of Gravois Mills, died Friday, Dec. 23, 2016, at his home. He was born March 8, 1940, in Cambr idge, Mass., a son of the late Leslie Marshall and Ruth (Olson) Edwards. He married Judith “Judy” Buchanan Sept. 27, 1971, in Miami, Okla. She preceded him in death Dec. 11, 2014. He owned and operated Gravois Supermarket until his retirement after 24 years. He was a member of the Osage Community Elks Lodge 2705 in Laurie, the Gravois Mills Lions Club, and attended the Gravois Mills United Methodist Church. He enjoyed boating, remodeling homes, and traveling. He is survived by children Peggy Jewell of Gravois Mills, Rachelle Jackson and husband Doug of Lee’s Summit, Rene Gelso and husband Mike of Independence, Radonna Sheeley and husband Mike of Belton, Tommy Rowe of Gravois Mills, Bobby Rowe and wife Sherilyn of Kansas City, and Danny Rowe and wife Cathy of Lake Tapawingo; 20 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; sister Joyce Ballew and husband J.E. of Albuquerque, N.M.; and many other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by brother Ron Edwards and son Jimmy Rowe. Funeral services were Tuesday, Dec. 27, at the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles. Graveside services and interment were in the Holst Cemetery in Gravois Mills. Memorial contributions were suggested to the Salvation Army. Arrangements were under direction of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.
Friday, Dec. 16 to Thursday, Dec. 29
Animal Abuse/Neglect......... 1 Arrests..................................14 Assault 2nd/3rd Degree........ 0 Domestic Violence................ 7 Fraud..................................... 2 Illegal Drugs......................... 2 ICE Detainees Dec. 16-22..... 9 ICE Detainees Dec. 23-29.... 4
Inmates in Custody............193 Property Damage.................. 1 Reports................................ 29 Residential Burglaries........... 3 Stealing................................. 3 Total Bookings.....................47 Trespassing............................ 3
Elizabeth Smith, Kelsay Road, Barnett, on Friday, Dec. 16, reported fraud. Billy Pruett, Walnut Hills Road, Stover, on Saturday, Dec. 17, reported trespassing. Jeffrey Johnson, Highway PP, Syracuse, on Saturday, Dec. 17, reported stealing. Matthew Wilson, Seals Road, Versailles, on Saturday, Dec. 17, reported burglary. Sunday, Dec. 18, a call was made regarding an animal on Ridge Lane, Rocky Mount. Monday, Dec. 19, property damage was reported on Cardnal Lane, Versailles. Dana Brooks, Lavender Road, Barnett, on Tuesday,
Dec. 20, reported trespassing. Kevin Wisdom, Swan Drive, Gravois Mills, on Tuesday, Dec. 20, reported burglary. Thursday, Dec. 22, fraud was reported, Versailles. Thursday, Dec. 22 a burglary was reported on Seals Road, Versailles. Samuel Kraybill, Highway 52, Barnett, on Thursday, Dec. 22, reported a stolen vehicle. Zachary Arment, Countryside Lane, Versailles, on Saturday, Dec. 24, reported a stolen vehicle. Wednesday, Dec. 28, trespassing was reported on Highway 135, Florence.
Menus
Morgan County R-I School Breakfast Milk-variety and fruit juice served each day. Wednesday, Jan. 4- Chicken breakfast biscuit, fruit mix. Thursday, Jan. 5- Pancake, syrup, mandarin oranges. Friday, Jan. 6- English muffins, scrambled egg pattie, bananas. Monday, Jan. 9- Tac-go, cantaloupe. Tuesday, Jan. 10- Cinnamon roll, yogurt, fruit mix. Wednesday, Jan. 11- Toast, cheese omelet, apples. Thursday, Jan. 12- Apple cinnamon muffin, mandarin oranges. Friday, Jan. 13- Glazed cinnamon toast, pancake syrup, bananas. Lunch Milk-variety and fresh fruit served daily. Salad bar offered daily. Wednesday, Jan. 4- Hamburger on bun or corn dog, baked beans, potato wedges, tropical fruit mix. Thursday, Jan. 5- Chicken fried nuggets or country fried steak, mashed potatoes, chicken gravy, cinnamon applesauce. Friday, Jan. 6- Pepperoni pizza breadstick & marinara or turkey club wrap, garden salad, Italian vegetables, diced pears. Monday, Jan. 9- Chicken patty sandwich or hamburger on bun, corn, Matthew Allen Hampton, 25, potato wedges, tropical fruit mix. Franklin, and Martha Kay Wil- Tuesday, Jan. 10- Beefaroni or liams, 31, Franklin, were married pepperoni pizza, garden salad, Italian Saturday, Dec. 10, 2016. vegetables, diced pears. Wednesday, Jan. 11- BBQ rib sandwich or meatball sub, French
Marriages
Drake Oliver Castergine, 21, Gravois Mills, and Emily Jo Sellers, 22, Gravois Mills, were married Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016. Alexandria Marie Wright, 23, Versailles, and Jordan Lynea Legel, 18, Versailles, were married Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016. Dean Matthew Smith, 55, Gravois Mills, and Billie Joann Williams, 39, Gravois Mills, were married Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016.
Morgan County Sheriff’s Report
Divorces
fries, green beans, diced peaches. Thursday, Jan. 12- Taco salad or quesadilla, salsa, spiced apple slices, refried beans. Friday, Jan. 13- Corn dog, French fries, carrots & dip.
Versailles Nutrition Site 308 Fairground Rd. • Versailles Fruited Jell-O, whole wheat bread available each day. Wednesday, Jan. 4- Baked chicken, broccoli, lima beans, beef patty, scalloped potatoes, pie. Thursday, Jan. 5- Pepper steak, warm pears, peas & carrots, Polish sausage/sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, cheesecake. Friday, Jan. 6- Salmon patty, green beans, carrots, white macaroni/ cheese, tossed salad, pudding. Monday, Jan. 9- Honey lemon chicken, Oriental blend, roasted cubed potatoes, beef stroganoff/ noodles, pineapple tidbits, chocolate cake. Tuesday, Jan. 10- Turkey, mashed potatoes/gravy, carrots, honey bourbon meatballs, green bean casserole, pumpkin bars. Wednesday, Jan. 11- Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes/gravy, peas, chicken liver, zucchini & tomatoes, bread pudding. Thursday, Jan. 12- Hot open faced turkey sandwich, mashed potatoes/gravy, broccoli, lasagna, tossed salad/garlic bread, butterscotch bars. Friday, Jan. 13- Fish, mixed vegetables, steak fries, chili dog/bun, cole slaw, cherry dump cake.
Associate Circuit Court
Michael Phalp, Otterville, and Lisa Phalp, Kansas City, Kan., were divorced Monday, Dec. 19, Derek Stephen Haggen, Jan. with muffler, adequate muf11, 2013, theft/stealing, value of fler, properly attached muffler, 2016. property or services is less than $70.50 costs, $229.50 fine. $500, one year jail, suspended Sheryl Ann O’Connell, Oct. execution of sentence, two years 14, 2016, failed to equip vehicle probation, $118.50 costs, $25 with muffler, adequate muf Monday, Dec. 19 to Monday, Dec. 26, 2016 County Law Enforcement Resti- fler, properly attached muffler, $70.50 costs, $179.50 fine. tution Fund (C.L.E.R.F.). Offenses Illegal drugs.......................... 1 Dana Kevin Kirk, April 27, David Alan Spencer, June 25, Traffic summons................... 1 2016, domestic assault, third 2016, peace disturbance, first ofAssaults second and third Incidents degree, first/second offense, sus- fense, suspended imposition of degree.................................... 2 Medical assist........................ 4 pended imposition of sentence, sentence, two years probation, Stealing................................. 1 Warrant arrest....................... 2 two years probation, $118.50 $118.50 costs, $25 C.L.E.R.F. Animal abuse / neglect / Vehicle lockout...................... 2 Nile C. Woolery, Dec. 1, 2016, costs, $25 C.L.E.R.F. running loose........................ 1 Trespassing............................ 1 Corey B. Murray, Nov. 30, peace disturbance, first offense, Information: 2016, width of vehicle exceeded six months jail, suspended ex • Officers from the Stover Police Department and deputies 8-1/2 feet, $70.50 costs, $229.50 ecution of sentence, two years from the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday, Dec. 14 fine. probation, $118.50 costs, $25 participated in a consent search of a residence on Forest Street. Maxim Vladimir Noll, July C.L.E.R.F. The search uncovered an indoor marijuana growing operation. 21, 2016, failed to equip vehicle James Scheil of Stover was taken into custody for questioning and later released, pending a warrant for his arrest. An arrest warrant was later requested through Morgan County Prosecuting Attorney Dustin Dunklee. Scheil turned himself in on a warrant for the Class B felony of distributing/delivering/manufacturing/ producing a controlled substance, or attempting to do so, or pos- A senior dinner is scheduled event continues. session with intent to do so, Scheil posted bond, which was set at to be served noon Tuesday, Jan. This month’s main dish is 10 at Stover United Methodist chicken and noodles, and visi$100,000 cash or surety. tors are encouraged to bring a • Officer took a complaint of a vehicle parked on the roadway. Church. Officer attempted to contact the owner without success. When This tax-funded meal is open dish to share. to all residents of Morgan County Guests may come any time officer went back, the vehicle had been moved. • Officer took a complaint of fraud. Female was sent a check ages 60 and older. Residents are after 10:30 a.m. to visit and stay and advised to take the amount of an item she had listed on Craig- encouraged to attend and bring after the meal to play bingo. slist out of the check, and to send the remaining amount back to a friend to ensure this monthly the subject. This is currently a common scam. • Officer stopped a vehicle for careless and imprudent driving MORGAN COUNTY in the county, and held the vehicle until the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrived. • Officer issued two summons after a fight at Morgan County R-I School. “Our goal is to serve and protect the Stover Community.” (ISSN 362-840) If you notice something unusual in town, don’t hesitate to call Published Weekly by Pipistrelle Press LLC your police department. The department telephone number is 104 W. Jasper, P.O. Box 348, Versailles, MO 65084 573-377-4300. Help us to help you. If you have an emergency, Phone: 573-378-5441 • Fax 573-378-4292 dial 911. Our Web Site is located at: Chief Trampus Jackson
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Senior tax dinner Jan. 10
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Food distribution Jan. 10 Food 4 Morgan County will distribute food for those in need 1 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10 at the Family Worship Center gymnasium, 1000 Jones Ave., in Versailles. To participate, bring proof of residency such as an identification with correct address, utility bill or voter registration card, or official paperwork from the Division of Social Services; and date of birth for each family member living in the home. Each time caregivers pick up
food for others, they must bring a signed note from the head of household. The food is being distributed in cooperation with the Food Bank of Central and Northeast Missouri. Those needing food are asked to bring their own containers. Containers to take food home in are in short supply. Everyone in need will receive food even if they don’t qualify for USDA commodities.
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People Club News Kountry Kids 4-H Club
The Kountry Kids 4-H Club of Stover delivered Christmas presents Thursday, Dec. 22 to four residents at the Golden Age Living Center in Stover. This was the club’s December community service project. The club was given a list of residents who had little or no family, and adopted them for Christmas. The children shopped for gifts Monday, Dec. 12 at Walmart in Versailles, then met afterward to wrap the presents for the living center residents.
Representing Morgan County at the Missouri Farm Bureau annual meeting Sunday, Dec. 4 to Tuesday, Dec. 6 at Tan-Tar-A Resort were, from left, Greg Schad, Dwayne Schad, Jim Cox, Brian Lehman, Katie Phillips, and Jermy Phillips. (submitted photo)
Locals attend Farm Bureau annual meeting Local delegates representing the Morgan County Farm Bureau attended the 102nd Missouri Farm Bureau annual meeting Sunday, Dec. 4 to Tuesday, Dec. 6 at Tan-Tar-A Resort at the Lake of the Ozarks. During the meeting, county voting delegates approved Missouri Farm Bureau policy for
2017, heard from legislative and agricultural leaders, and received recognition for their Farm Bureau activities during the past year. Morgan County agricultural leaders attending the meeting were county Farm Bureau board president Brian Lehman, vice
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by Kerry Hampy 660-368-2825 John and Ginny Starke took Frances Starke Friday, Dec. 23 to see the Christmas lights in Sedalia. Frances Starke and Starla Starke visited John and Ginny Starke Christmas morning. Frances Starke spent Sunday, Dec. 25 through Tuesday, Dec. 27 with Starla Starke in Columbia. Darrell Woolery, daughters Samantha and Mikala, and Erma Woolery were Saturday, Dec. 24 guests of Larry and Brenda Woolery in Clarksburg. Everett Downing, Darrell Woolery, and daughters Samantha and Mikala were Christmas dinner guests of Erma Woolery. There were 28 family members who gathered at the home of Eileen Rasa for Christmas dinner. Paul and Pam Bass were Sunday, Dec. 25 visitors of Brendan and Stephanie Bass and children Cole and Emma.
There were 14 people who enjoyed Christmas dinner at the home of Jerry Connor. Craig Baumgartner was a Monday, Dec. 26 visitor of Jerry Connor. Kevin and Bobbi Dittmer and daughter Abby, Kylee Dittmer, David Martin, Kevin and Angela Sumner, and Weston Holem were Saturday, Dec. 24 dinner guests of Richard and Irene Dittmer. Earl and Glenda Finley, Geneva Hampy, Kerry Hampy, Kevin Hoehns of Topeka, Kan., Lois Hoehns, Dave and Liz Niebruegge and daughters Codee and Reese, Marcie Teter, and Mark and Kathy Teter were Christmas dinner guests of Brent and Connie Hampy. Betty Woodall spent Thursday, Dec. 29 with Geneva Hampy. Daniel and Jenelle Schroder and children Jessica and Justin hosted the Oehrke family Christmas dinner Sunday, Dec. 25.
president Dwayne Schad, Jim Cox, Greg Schad, Jermy Phillips, and Katie Phillips. The meeting drew more than 1,200 members from throughout Missouri. For details of the policy adopted by the statewide delegates, visit mofb.org.
Patty C. Dunstan to Chad R. and Teresa S. Courter, lot 3, Rolling Hills Unit Number One. Chad and Teresa Courter to Sharon R. Courter, lot 28, James McNair’s Second Addition Versailles 6-174. Richard D. Wyssmann, Sandra S. Schieuer, Sandra S. Wyssman to Richard D. and Sandra S. Wyssmann, northeast quarter of southwest quarter, section 8, township 40, range 18. Chief LLC to Noah and Donnie Bennett, west half of southwest quarter, section 4, township 41, range 17. Alfred C. and Nancy L. Bisogno, Dennis and Candice Dejong to Dennis H. and Candice M. Dejong, southeast quarter, section 18, township 40, range 16. Sherri and James Sommerer, Rhonda and Patrick Kremer to S & K Farm LLC, southwest quarter of northeast quarter, section 21, township 44, range 18. Mary L. and Richard K. Michael to Curtis and Rodney Bittle, northwest quarter of northwest quarter, and northeast quarter of northwest quarter, all of section 36, township 42, range 19. John Robb Herrelson to Tyler Wiliam Herrellson, southwest
quarter of southwest quarter, section 20, and southwest quarter, section 19, all of township 40, range 17. Alex W. and Lesley D. Fruth to Jeffrey Charles Reene, building 400, unit 445, Millstone Condominium Building 400 First Addition. Donna L. Clayton to Alton Douglas and Betty D. Hawkins, south half, section 14, township 40, range 17. Ashlee J., Chelsea L., and Denise Grinham to Jay and Anna C. Super, lots 13 and 14, block 1, Mill Creek Point. Point Development LLC to The Lodge 30 LLC, lot 5, Bass Point Subdivision Number Three. Cary A. Adams to Mitchell Jose Bryan, northeast quarter of southeast quarter, section 7, township 40, range 18, seven tracts. Rick L. and Mary Jo Schultz to Rick L. and Mary Jo Schultz Trustees, lot 5, Triangle Coves Estates, two tracts, and lots 4 and 3, Triangle Coves Estates. William F. and Pamela S. Lawless Trustees, Eskay Properties Inc., Eskay Properties to Peter Riden, northwest quarter, section 34, township 41, range
Show Me Health Women/ Wisewoman- By appointment only. Call 573-378-5438, ext. 223 for information. Family Planning Clinic- By appointment only, Thursday, Jan. 5 and Thursday, Jan. 19. Call 573-378-5438, ext. 223 for information. CPR/First Aid Class- By appointment only. Call 573-3785438, ext. 234 for information. Cribs & Car Seats- Call 573378-5438, ext. 234 for information. Yoga- 6 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 17, Thursday, Jan. 19, Tuesday, Jan. 24, and Thursday, Jan. 26. Call 573-378-5438 for more information. Ellis Fischel Mammogram Van- By appointment only, Thursday, Jan. 5. Call 573-3785438, ext. 221 for information. Weight WatchersÂŽ- 12:15 p.m. Wednesdays. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting. Raw Food Potluck Luncheon- Noon, Friday, Jan. 9. Call 573-378-8882 for more information.
18. William and Judith Wiethaupt to Rebecca Walters, lot 13, Lucky Point Subdivision, and lot 14, Lucky Point Subdivision, also, 1/5 interest. Millstone Development LLC to Gary C. Doolittle, Rowena L. Henderson, building 100, unit 142, Millstone Condominium Building 100 16th Addition. William J. and Joanne Waymire to Paul F. and Mary Beth Renaud, building 3, unit 3403, Gravois Village Condominiums. Linda C. Kahler to John Fredrick Rupert, lot 45, Indian Rock Estates Number Two, and west half of northeast quarter, section 27, township 41, range 18. Jason M. and Haley J. Glover to Shawn, Pamela L. and Kristen MacCarthy, lot 15, Grandview Valley Corrected. Coleman C. and Becky L. Lockett to Coleman C. and Becky L. Lockett Trustees, lot 10, M & M Subdivision, and lot 12, M & M Subdivision, also, 2/15 interest. Sand & Cedars Home Owners Association to Randy L. and Beverly J. Stafford, Sand & Cedar Subdivision One, beginning corner of common area, thence.
Senior Citizen Dinner Tuesday, Jan. 10 • Noon
Stover United Methodist Church
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Christ Lutheran Church 505 W. Second, Stover 573-377-2819 Rev. Thomas Tuura Wednesday 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday School, Bible Class, Confirmation, CLC Cafe 10:15 a.m. Worship; Communion first and second Sunday St. Paul Lutheran Church 407 W. Third, Stover 573-377-2824 Rev. Jerry Kurka Thursday 9 a.m. Bible Class Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Monday 6 p.m. Ladies Bible Study Brauersville Immanuel Lutheran Church 31247 Hwy. AD, Cole Camp PMA Gary Wahlers Church 660-668-3585 Home 573-377-4490
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Morgan County Land Transfers
Randy L. Culbertson to Mark Riedel, lot 1, Sawmill Two Addition Ivy Bend. Don Lee Shirley to Terrence A. and Kathy L. Schaeffer, lots 2 and 3, Washburn’s Point First Addition. John W. Posey, Jennifer Kaiser Power of Attorney to John R. and Monica L. Harris, north half, section 9, township 45, range 18. Jacob S. and Judith M. Kraybill to Dedrick J. Martin, southwest quarter of southwest quarter, section 17, and east half of southeast quarter of southeast quarter, section 18, all of township 44, range 17. Thomas R. and Constance E. Koch to Curtis M. and Christine L. Meyer, northeast quarter of southwest quarter, section 30, township 41, range 16, two tracts. Carol A. Sansonette to Carol A. and Christopher S. Coleman, southwest quarter, section 9, township 41, range 18. US Bank Trust NA Trustee to James and Rachel Newswanger, lots 13, 14, 15, and 12, block 7, Westlawn Addition Versailles 6175. F&J Disposal LLC to John J. Behnen Trustee, west half, section 19, township 40, range 17, six tracts, also, 1/3 interest. Richard S. Greener Trustee to Richard S. Greener, building 1400, unit 1431, Timberlake Condominium Building 1400 & 1500. Jeffrey E. Wright Trustee to Christopher S. and April D. Teeter, lot 2, Young’s Subdivision, and lot 8, Young’s Subdivision, two tracts. Philip R., Phillip R., and Brenda J. Hilty to Brett J. and Megan L. Randall, southeast quarter, section 9, township 43, range 17, two tracts. Lois C. Riggs to David Anthony and Melissa J. Stephens, lot 12, block 1, Glendale Addition Versailles 6-195. John H. Brown Trustee to Mark and Vicki Watters, southeast quarter of northeast quarter, and northeast quarter of southeast quarter, all of section 13, township 41, range 17. Elmer R. and Florene N. Rowles Trustees to Wade A. and Breena A. Barnett, southeast quarter of northeast quarter, and southwest quarter of northeast quarter, all of section 32, township 44, range 17.
Church Directory
And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifested in the flesh... 1 Timothy 3:16
Sunday, Jan. 8 8:30 a.m. Worship with Communion 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 1 p.m. Synod office meeting with joint councils; confirmation class to follow
January clinics at health center
The following clinics are scheduled January at the Morgan County Health Center in Versailles. Regular hours- 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday. The health center is open through lunch. The health center will be closed Monday, Jan. 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Food Safety and Sanitation Course- TBA, required for all managers of food establishments. Call 573-378-5438, ext. 238 for information or to enroll. Walk-in Clinics- Every day during regular business hours. Toe Nail Clinic- Wednesdays, by appointment only. WIC- High risk, certification, and pick-up Jan. 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30, and 31, by appointment only. Call 573-378-5438, ext. 229 for information. Immunizations- Every day during normal business hours. Call first to make sure there is a nurse available. STD Screening- By appointment only.
All Morgan County residents age 60 and over welcome to attend.
Pyrmont Trinity Lutheran Church 2831 Pyrmont Road, Stover PMA Gary Wahlers Church 660-668-3585 Home 573-377-4490
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Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship, Communion 2nd and 4th Sunday 1 p.m. Synod office meeting with joint councils at Brauersville United Methodist Church 206 N. Hickory, Stover 573-377-2711 Rev. Diane Cutler Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Tuesday 9 a.m. Prayer Group Wednesday 7 p.m. Choir Practice First Baptist Church First & Cherry, Stover 573-377-2828 Rev. Ron Satterwhite Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 6 p.m. Bible Study Wednesday 6 p.m. Life House Children’s Program 6:30 p.m. Youth 6:30 p.m. Bible Study/Missions Sounds of Calvary Ministries 1961 W. Blackberry Patch Rd, Stover 573-377-2198 • 573-378-8991 Jim & Linda Bartlett, Pastors Sunday 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Morning Worship 6 p.m. Evangelistic Service Mercy’s Way Southern Baptist 105 W. Third, Stover
573-377-2307 Kenny Shewmaker, Pastor Sunday 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Wednesday 6 p.m. Children’s Night
Assembly of God West Chapel
211 E. Second St. Stover • 573-789-4861 Joe Bigham, Pastor Thursday 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting Sunday 10:30 a.m. Worship Service and Children’s Church Emmanuel Christian Fellowship 4887 Highway 52, Stover 573-378-8793 Elder Marcus Brubaker Elder Elowayne Mast Sunday 9:30 a.m. Worship Service Open Arms Community Church 33207 Ivy Bend Road, Stover Rev. Larry Thompson Sunday 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Bible Study Lakeview Baptist Church 32760 N. Ivy Bend Rd. Rev. Jack Kirkham Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Wednesday 4 p.m. Bible Study Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses Sunday 9:30 a.m. Public Bible Lecture 10:30 a.m. Watchtower Study Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Bible Study St. John’s United Church of Christ 6670 Hwy. JJ, Florence Rev. Larry Gallamore Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship United Methodist Church Florence Rev. Brittanee Jacobs Sunday 10 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Worship Service Mt. Olive Baptist Church 354 Hwy. JJ, Florence Sunday 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:35 a.m. Worship 6 p.m. Discipleship Training 7 p.m. Bible School Bethlehem Baptist Church 3961 Wolf Lane, Florence Steve Robinson, Pastor Sunday 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Worship 7 p.m. Bible Study 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesday 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting and Visitation Church of God in Christ Mennonite 8669 Pine Tree Rd. (135 North) Stover • 660-368-4170 Sunday 10 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Worship Service 7 p.m. Evening Service
Adult-education class resumes An adult-education class to prepare students for a High School Equivalency certificate is scheduled to start again Tuesday, Jan. 10 at Morgan County R-II High School in Versailles. Classes are 4 to 8:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday, starting Jan. 10, in Room 11 at Versailles High School. Students may enter from the west side of the high school. The program, allowing adults who did not graduate high school to earn the equivalent of a high school diploma, works to prepare students for a battery of proficiency tests, similar to the American Council on Education’s General Education Development (GED) tests.
A high school diploma or equivalent is often required to get a job or obtain admission to a college or vocational school. Also available are college entrance exams and Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) preparation, job skills, and assistance with computer skills. Monthly orientation sessions for new students are 4 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, usually of the first full week of the month. January’s orientation sessions are Tuesday, Jan. 10; Wednesday, Jan. 11; and Thursday, Jan. 12. For more information, call Priscilla Climes at 573-377-2012 or 573-480-0059.
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Editorial
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by ish Do you recognize the image below? Shrunk down, it’s the emblem on page headers in this newspaper. I would be interested in learning more about the history and significance of this symbol. When was it designed? Who designed it? Does it have a story behind it, other than its relevance to a town with a thing for quilting? Squeezed down into the tiny dimensions of those pageheaders, it’s hard to see in detail even at the size shown here. I’ve been thinking about ways to update the look of the Morgan County Press, maybe add a little pizzazz and creativity to the page design, without losing touch with local history and values. What do you think? Should we give this quilt-like emblem a gentle face-lift? Or should we start searching for an image to replace it? Perhaps a quilt square, or a simple, small work of art that symbolizes what Stover means to its residents would be good. Maybe a design contest would be a way to remind mem-
bers of the Stover community that this is their newspaper. But I’m daunted. Having a design contest is a big undertaking. It means pulling together judges, establishing rules, setting deadlines, rounding up prizes, and scheduling an event to unveil the winner. And all that’s in vain if nobody submits a design.
So, before we open that can of worms, let’s start with a bit of an opinion poll. Should we: (1) leave it well enough alone? (2) make the existing Morgan County Press pennant bigger and bolder, but other-
wise leave it be? or (3) have a design contest? I know, asking this of you in a newspaper column can be like whispering down a wishing well that I would like to know whether a pretty girl likes me. It never works as well as asking in person. But I also know from experience - for example, when I asked whether Stover has a ghost train - if the question interests people, they will answer. I just hope I can count on your interest in a small symbol of Stover’s identity as a community. I welcome your comments on the Morgan County Press Facebook page or at morgancountypress.com; by mail to P.O. Box 348, Versailles, MO 65084; by note in the drop-box at Heimsoth Insurance, or by email to rdfish@ morgancountypress.com.
My New Year’s resolution is...
Ryan Blocher: “Quit smoking.”
Becky Mueller: “I’ve already lost 75 pounds, and I want to lose about another 25.”
Years Past
From the files of The Morgan County Press
January 7, 1927 Excessive sounding of the automobile horn has become a nuisance. The thoughtless driver who places too much reliance upon the protective qualities of the horn may often frighten a person by giving a loud toot when close upon the unwary pedestrian. There is no reasonable excuse for such use when, if at all necessary, the horn might have been sounded lightly before getting near the person crossing the street. January 3, 1937 Santa left a lot of nice presents in Stover, but none prettier and few more valuable than the chest he gave Mrs. W. F. Huffman, This chest, made of different native woods, was the work of Charley Fajen. Those who know Charley, and know the fine work he can do, will have no doubt that this was a really elegant gift. January 3, 1947 Harold Case won the 24-pound turkey given away by the Osage Theatre Friday night, Dec. 20. That bird made up a large share of the Christmas Day dinner at the Louis Case home. Several friends gathered Thursday evening at the Elkins home at Pyrmont to surprise Claude Sr. on his birthday and
to help Mr. and Mrs. Elkins celebrate their 26th wedding anniversary which was Saturday, Dec. 28. January 3, 1957 The three most beautifully decorated homes in Stover during the Christmas season were: Leo F. Fischer, first; Leon Fischer, second; and Alfred Hicken, third. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hughes were pleasantly surprised Christmas evening when their youngest son, Alvin, who is in the service, called by telephone from St. John Newfoundland to wish them a Merry Christmas. January 5, 1967 Jewell Stevinson, well-known Stover citizen and part owner of Scrivner-Stevinson Funeral Homes, retired from active participation in operations of the homes on Dec. 31. Helyn Burke and daughters, Marsha and Michelle, returned Saturday from Raytown where they had spent a week at the home of Carol Sue Weigel. January 5, 1977 Local firemen were routed out of warm beds last Thursday night to take care of a flue burnout at the Herbert Brunjes home. Temperatures were around zero but the fire was confined to the flue.
Fire Chief Lee Roy Boeschen said his 16-man crew remained in the area for nearly two hours. January 7, 1987 Ten area teams participated in the co-ed volleyball tournament Jan. 2 and 3 at Morgan County R-I School. Proceeds of $250 were donated to the Golden Age Nursing Home and will be used for therapy equipment. January 1, 1997 John and Footsie Holem, Ken and Peggy Meloy and Howard and Jean Brummett, members of the Buffalo Creek Citizens Patrol, delivered 25 Christmas fruit baskets Monday, Dec. 23 to residents at Golden Acres Apartments, another older couple and a family they adopted for Christmas. January 3, 2007 Morgan County Presiding Commissioner Bill Arment chaired the final commission meeting of his term Thursday, Dec. 28 at the Morgan County Courthouse. Following the meeting, Arment was presented with a gift bag containing one of his favorite things, chocolate, and a card of thanks. The newly-elected Morgan County Presiding Commissioner is L.M. “Sonny” Earnest, who took the oath of office Friday, Dec. 29.
Public Notices
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Richard C. Brown and Judy K. Brown , husband and wife, as tenants by the entirety Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Richard C. Brown and Judy K. Brown , husband and wife, as tenants by the entirety dated December 10, 2004 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Morgan County, Missouri as Doc #2004-8877 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Friday, January 6, 2017 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 11:20 AM), at the North Front Door of the Court House, City of Versailles, County of Morgan, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Morgan County, State of Missouri, to wit: ALL THAT PART OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY LYING ABOVE CONTOUR ELEVATION 662 FEET: ALL OF LOTS 1 AND 2 IN GREEN GROVE, A SUBDIVISION IN MORGAN COUNTY, MISSOURI, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK 1961, AT PAGE 68 OF THE MORGAN COUNTY RECORDS. SUBJECT TO EASEMENT TO UNION ELECTRIC LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY, EASEMENT TO CO-MO ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE. INC., OTHER EASEMENTS OF RECORD, AND EXISTING ROADS. SUBJECT TO ALL EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, RESERVATIONS, AND CONDITIONS OF RECORD AND TO ALL EXISTING ROADS AND POWER LINES, WHETHER OF RECORD OR NOT. to satisfy said debt and cost. MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 178817.010617.362729 FC NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. PUBLISH ON: December 14, 2016 12/21/2016, 12/28/2016, 01/04/2017 12-14-16 to 01-04-17 -----------------------------------------TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Thomas E. Capps, Rachel J. Capps, Husband and Wife Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed
by Thomas E. Capps, Rachel J. Capps, Husband and Wife dated August 10, 2001 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Morgan County, Missouri in Book 576, Page 683 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Friday, January 13, 2017 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 11:20 AM), at the North Front Door of the Court House, City of Versailles, County of Morgan, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Morgan County, State of Missouri, to wit: (TRACT #325) A TRACT OF LAND LYING IN THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER AND IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 17 WEST, AND THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER AND THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 17 WEST IN MORGAN COUNTY, MISSOURI, DESCRIBED BY METES AND BOUNDS AS FOLLOWS: FROM A STONE WHICH MARKS THE WEST QUARTER CORNER OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 17 WEST RUN SOUTH 43 DEGREES 01’ WEST 53.5 FEET TO AN IRON PIN FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE TRACT OF LAND HEREIN AND HEREBY CONVEYED, THENCE SOUTH 12 DEGREES 12’ EAST 496.27 FEET TO A SPIKE IN THE CENTERLINE OF A 40 FOOT ROAD, THENCE FOLLOWING SAID CENTERLINE NORTH 74 DEGREES 47’ EAST 328.3 FEET TO A SPIKE, THENCE LEAVING SAID ROAD NORTH 00 DEGREES 00’ 551.75 FEET TO AN IRON PIN, THENCE SOUTH 86 DEGREES 00’ WEST 450.5 .FEET TO AN IRON PIN, THENCE SOUTH 12 DEGREES 12’ EAST 122.43 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. CONTAINING 5.19 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, ALL IN MORGAN COUNTY. MISSOURI. TOGETHER WITH A COMMON, PERPETUAL EASEMENT OF INGRESS AND EGRESS FROM THE LAKE OF THE OZARKS, OVER, THROUGH AND ACROSS THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 17 WEST WHICH LIES ABOVE THE 660 CONTOUR LINE OF THE LAKE OF THE OZARKS; SAID EASEMENT TO BE JOINT BETWEEN GRANTORS, GRANTEES AND THEIR RESPECTIVE HEIRS, SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, SUBJECT TO THE RIGHTS OF OTHERS SIMILARLY
SITUATED TO USE SUCH EASEMENT. TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT OF ‘INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER THE EXISTING ROADWAYS IN THAT PORTION OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LANDS LYING EAST AND NORTH OF HIGHWAY “TT”; IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 17 WEST, IN THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER, AND IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER, ALL IN SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 17 WEST, AND IN THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER IN THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER IN THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER, IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER. AND IN THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER, ALL IN SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 17 WEST, SAID EASEMENT TO BE JOINT BETWEEN GRANTORS, GRANTEES AND THEIR RESPECTIVE HEIRS, SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS; SUBJECT TO UTILITY EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS AND RESERVATIONS OF RECORD, IF ANY; ALSO, THE RIGHT OF OTHERS TO USE ALL EXISTING ROADS OVER THE HEREINABOVE CONVEYED PROPERTY. SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, RESERVATIONS AND CONDITIONS OF RECORD AND TO ALL EXISTING ROADS AND POWER LINES, WHETHER OF RECORD OR NOT. to satisfy said debt and cost. MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 173783.011317.364598 FC NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. PUBLISH ON: December 21, 2016 12/28/2016, 01/04/2017, 01/11/2017 . 12-21-16 to 01-11-17 -----------------------------------------BUDGET HEARING The Morgan County Senior Citizens Tax Board budget hearing will be January 9, 2017 at 1 p.m. in the Simms Room in the Morgan County Courthouse. 12-28-16 to 01-04-17 ------------------------------------------
Library Bookworm
by Stacey Embry, Director, Morgan County Library This morning, after my group run, some of us were discussing how slow traffic (at our places of business) had been for the last couple of weeks. Upon reflection, it seems that every year, after the holidays, we see a slowing of movement. When I first started working at the library, we would sometimes have a wait list for the public computers. I cannot remember the last time this happened. I have a feeling people are getting new tablets and smart phones for Christmas. Thus, a visit to the library is not as needed. When I mentioned this, one runner said he had checked two books out from the library, both through OverDrive. So a checkout is recorded, but no foot traffic is noted. Another runner is a former trucker and found the idea of OverDrive and e-checkouts fascinating. He commented it might change our foot traffic but it is a sign of us surviving and adapting to change. Obviously, I am a fan of OverDrive and eBooks. I promote Tumblebooks for the children of our community. As one young patron stated, “It is better than looking at YouTube videos.”
Reading is reading. Well, most of the time that is true. When a child is young, I mean young as in utero young, reading is different. Babies in the third trimester can already hear very well and studies show they can recognize their mother’s voice. Parents are encouraged to start story time before birth so they can create a ritual that will be easier to maintain once the child is born. The beautiful part of this ritual is not centered only on language development, it is about social interaction. Reading to your child develops family bonding, empathy and social skills. Propping a tablet up with a Tumblebook story on it is not too different than watching YouTube videos. From in utero to age three, there is an incredible amount of development. If you don’t believe me, ask our local Parents as Teachers. Reading to our children and spending that intimate time with them is vital for their development. Guess what? They love it. Children love books and being read to, so we need to do it! I mentioned last week that we are starting a new program: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. Who can participate in this program? Any child from birth until he/she enters kindergar-
ten. How long will the program take? The program will take anywhere from a few months to a few years. The program is selfpaced and will depend on how often you read together. How to participate? Wednesday, Feb. 1, come to the library to enroll. You will pick up our “kit” to get you started. We have journals for each 100 books read. Complete each journal until you reach 1,000 books. In February of each year, we will recognize every child who completes the program at a special ceremony. At our January evening story time, we will be sharing the basic information for the program and will encourage kids to start signing up. So, as much as I love technology, sometimes the old ways are the best. I am excited about this new program that encourages an old idea: story time with your child. Reading is reading. Reading to a child is life changing. For more information, visit the Morgan County Library, 600 N. Hunter, in Versailles; call 573378-5319; or see the library’s website at morgancountylibrary. org. Library hours are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday.
Stover city alderman Ryan Hoffa, second from left, was presented with a cake in appreciation for his service by members of the city council following the council meeting Monday, Dec. 19 at city hall. Standing with him are, from left, Brenda Steffens, Cody Worthley, and Marsha Walters. Hoffa is resigning his seat on the council after being elected as Morgan County western district commissioner in the November general election. (photo by Chris Johnson)
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Sports
Third quarter burst key to Lady Bulldogs victory Stover scored 26 points in the third quarter and posted a 6430 win against Versailles in the W-K Holiday Shootout Tuesday, Dec. 27 at the Fred E. Davis Multipurpose Center in Sedalia. The Lady Bulldogs held a 2714 lead at halftime before scoring the most points in a quarter so far this season with the 26-point effort in the third. “We shot very poorly and were sluggish in the first quarter,” said coach Ernie Haag. “I feel like both teams were trying to knock off the Christmas break rust. We handled the ball well but couldn’t make shots and were slow in the half-court defense.” Stover picked up the pace in the second quarter, expanding a 9-8 lead after the first eight minutes to the 13-point advantage at the half. “We started to hit some shots and push the ball and play at our pace. We did much better at attacking the rim and rebounding,” Haag said. Haag said it was an all around good performance, “Some of our big stats today were only five turnovers for the game, 18 assists,
and 20 steals. That is a credit to our effort, teamwork, and unselfishness. Also defensively our guards did a great job of pressuring the ball, Matty, Jenna, Ashley and Emily were really attacking on defense. Morgan, Shelby, Ashley, and Abby did a great job on the boards for being undersized against Versailles much bigger post players.” Jenna Bellis scored a careerhigh 18 points to lead the way for the Lady Bulldogs. Matty Hinck finished with 12 points, five assists, and four steals in what Haag termed her best game of the season. Morgan Iman added 12 points and 12 rebounds. Shelby Jackson put in 12 points and had eight rebounds. Emily Bauer scored seven points and had four steals. Ashley Schroder contributed three points, 10 assists and eight steals, and Abby Uptegrove had three rebounds and one assist. Mareena Bielinski scored 18 points for Versailles. Score by quarter Stover 9 18 26 11 64 Versailles 8 6 8 8 30
Bulldogs fall in overtime to Versailles at W-K Shootout The Stover Bulldogs dropped a 73-69 overtime decision to the Versailles Tigers in the WK Holiday Shootout Tuesday, Dec. 27 at the Fred E. Davis Multipurpose Center in Sedalia. Stover trailed 32-29 at halftime and 48-39 going into the fourth quarter. The Bulldogs rallied and tied the game, 65-65, on a bucket by Alex Haag just before the buzzer. Coach Micah Uptegrove said the Bulldogs fought back, “We didn’t roll over, we got some defensive stops and made some
free throws. I thought the boys played well.” Brenden Bauer led the Bulldogs with 27 points. Camren Worthley had 16 points. Haag finished with 12 points. Chad Nolting scored five points. Colton Johannes added four points. Myles Clark and Matt Winters scored two points each and Tobias Cannon had one point. Shane Randall led Versailles with 17 points. Score by quarter Stover 14 15 10 26 4 69 Versailles 10 22 16 17 8 73
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Justin Schroder, front from left, Taylor Osman, and Austina Soppe of Stover receive their awards from Co-Mo Electric Cooperative board members Linda Fry, back left, Bill Betteridge, and Rick Everhart, Sr. Schroder is one of four students selected from Co-Mo’s three districts to participate in the Rural Electric Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. in June, along with more than 100 other Missouri high school students. Osman and Soppe are among five students chosen to attend next summer’s Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience in Jefferson City. (submitted photo)
Schroder wins ‘trip of a lifetime’ Justin Schroder, a junior at Stover High School, is among four students chosen to represent the Co-Mo Electric Cooperative in June on the Rural Electric Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. Schroder was one of nine students from the three Co-Mo districts who competed at the cooperative’s youth tour finals Thursday, Dec. 1 in Tipton. Along with fellow SHS juniors Taylor Osman and Austina Soppe, he represented Co-Mo District 1 in Stover. Other students winning the trip to the U.S. capitol were Tiffany Larm and Emily Inhoff of Boonville High School (District 2), and Cole Schlup of California High School (District 3). They will join more than 100 other high school students selected by electric cooperatives across Missouri, and more than 1,600 students from 47 states. Osman and Soppe, meanwhile, were awarded an opportunity to attend Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience (CYCLE) next July in Jef-
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by R.D. Fish Thanks to a scheduling mistake, a newspaper writer recently took a journey into local history that many residents of Morgan and Benton counties have taken before. Finding himself with an unexpected hour of free time on his hands, the journalist decided to drive down Route FF, south of Highway 52 just on the Morgan County side of the Benton line, in search of a graveyard he had seen there before. He missed the graveyard and arrived at the end of state maintenance, where FF crosses Big Buffalo Road and turns into the unpaved Beechnut Road. Turning around and heading back north, he was startled to see a remarkable structure he hadn’t seen on his way south: a small, weathered shed on top of a water wheel, next to a spillway feeding a stream from a spring-fed pond. Helpful neighbors saw the writer’s photos of the shed on Facebook and told him to ask Vicki Stark about it, and about Boyler’s Mill, a bygone community that still lives on in county plat maps and oral history. Stark family Vicki Stark, who owns and lives on a farm that encloses the defunct community of Boyler’s Mill, spoke freely about the place as her family found it. She also shared a scrapbook of newspaper clippings, pictures, documents, and stories from previous investigations into the history of what may be Morgan County’s oldest settlement. Some of the information was given to Stark, her husband Edwin, and their two youngest children Deb, 16, and Dusty, 11, when they bought the property in 1985. It seems to have been researched during the mid-1970s, partly by an area newspaper and partly by the Morgan County Historical Society, to prepare a local history book on time for the U.S. bicentennial in 1976. Later, Dr. Aaron Saur, an instructor at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg did more digging, hoping to write a grant to preserve the mill. His project ultimately came to nothing, but he did find deeds for the land going back to 1852. The Starks loved the scenic property, with its pond, its streams flowing at a steady volume and temperature year-round thanks to several springs in the area, and its collection of antique buildings - including the large, barn-like structure (no longer sporting its water wheel) that lends its name to the whole area. “They loved it,” Vicki Stark said of her family, especially the youngest child. “We got Dusty a pony, and he would take off with his pony and his dog and go all over the place. They went everywhere with him,” she said. The Boyler’s Mill area is just two miles south of Lake Placid, Missouri’s historic recreational area for African Americans. About half a mile southwest is the Big Buffalo Creek Nature Area, a 40acre state conservation preserve mostly in Benton County, with a small part crossing into Morgan County. These provided many opportunities for boy, pony, and dog to have adventures together. “He would get a topographical survey map and plot places he went,” said Stark, adding her son also liked to explore caves, such as Splinters Cave just up the road. “He loved it. He liked to hike. He was an outdoorsman. He met a lot of different people, and he got along with everybody. He was just in seventh heaven.” Fed by springs Like many residents before them, the Starks found the location well suited to farming, with several nearby springs providing a steady flow of water - 1.3 million gallons a day - at a steady temperature of 57 degrees. This meant the stream flowing off the property never dried up or froze in winter, facts that one of their former neighbors found useful for irrigating his farm. The stream behind the old mill building used to turn a wheel, which has been on display since the 1960s at Silver Dollar City in Branson. Water from the stream eventually ends up in the nearby Big Buffalo Creek. Another stream crossing Stark’s yard in front of the mill, with a concrete bridge over it at its most chronically watercress-choked point, flows through a culvert under the road and empties into Pole Hollow Creek. A minor nuisance resulting from this steady water supply, said Stark, is how it attracts beavers. They like to dam up the stream, creating ponds in her yard. During the 1980s, when the Stark family tried raising rainbow trout in the stream, they also had trouble with herons and raccoons killing the fish. Stark said the herons would stab fish with their bills, and sometimes would not eat them. At different times, the family also raised ducks, giant bobwhite quail, bantam chickens, and rabbits on the property. Connections with history Though the Starks came from Warrensburg, they were fascinated by the connections that popped up between them and the history of the mill. Edwin Stark, Vicki’s late husband, was a schoolfellow of a son of former owner Leonard Goodall,
an inventor (also originally from Warrensburg) who built the first rotary power mower, as well as what is now the main house on the property. Edwin had also worked for the contractor who built the spillway, raising the earthen bank that contains the mill pond. Meanwhile, Vicki learned her grandmother had lived on Buffalo Creek until she was 10 years old. She recalled going to the mill, which for many years was the closest place to grind grain for many people in Cooper, Benton, and Pettis counties. “She said it was so boring,” laughed Stark, “because they had to spend all day here.” The couple’s grown son Dan, a Sherwin Williams salesman in Topeka, used to bring clients to the mill to hunt and fish in the area. The guests were boarded in a cabin on the property that Dan called Pole Hollow Hideaway. The Starks also rented the cabin out for several years. Both the scenery and the sense of history have drawn many visitors over the years. Vicki recalled visits from the Cole Camp Historical Society, and days when the Ivy Bend Art Club would set up easels in the yard and paint all day. “I’ve had a lot of people just come by and say, ‘My grandparents or great-grandparents used to work here. Can I look around and take pictures?’ Of course, I would let them do that. “Or they would call and say, ‘I grew up here. Do you mind if I come by?’ I would show them around the place.” Until about eight years ago, Stark would even take vistors inside the mill to explore its four floors, including the old post office on the second floor, which she believed was the first post office in Morgan County. “It’s a beautiful building,” she said. “I don’t mind sharing it with others.” Other visitors over the years have included high school seniors coming to to have their graduation pictures taken, or brides wanting to pose their wedding party photos there. Dusty Stark actually had his 2001 wedding outdoors at the mill, on a platform over the stream. Many people have also come to share their memories of the mill with Stark and her family. “One lady told me she used to ride a horse out here to deliver mail,” she said. “It was quite a busy place. I just wish they’d left the wheel on the mill!” Boyler’s or Byler’s? The age-yellowed clippings in Stark’s scrapbook tell a story
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Vicki Stark, left, stands in front of a spring-fed stream that crosses her yard between her house and the historic Boyler’s (or Byler’s) Mill off Route FF in western Morgan County. Built sometime between 1865 and 1880, the mill is the latest in a series of water wheel-driven structures that have existed on the site since the early 1800s. The building, which has been home to the county’s first post office, a clubhouse for businessmen in Sedalia, a focal point for political gatherings, and a scenic spot for photos of wedding parties and high school seniors, is now badly in need of restoration and preservation as an important piece of Morgan and Benton county history. The small building, right, with a wheel to regulate the spillway from the millpond, is most visible while traveling north on Route FF approximately a quarter-mile north of the south end of the pavement. (photo by R. D. Fish) about the community that grew up around the spring and the advantages water-wheel power provided the area’s earliest settlers. Early in the 1800s, the story goes, a St. Louis lawyer scouted the property on behalf of his client, who afterward bought it from a Frenchman named, funnily enough, “Mr. French.” The first known owner of the place, French had already built a waterwheel and a cabin on the property, but did not grind grain. The lawyer’s client was Joseph Byler, a Cooper County judge who had moved to the area in 1817 from North Carolina, where his father Jacob Byler had owned a powder mill. Following in his footsteps, Joseph Byler built a mill at the spring for the manufacture of gunpowder. The community that later grew up around the mill took its name - originally Bylersville or Byler’s Mill - from Joseph Byler and his relatives. Some of their descendents still live in the area. Meantime, people traveled up to a day’s ride to grind grain and buy dry goods, groceries, general merchandise, and even some locally distilled whiskey. “For a long time I used to find nails in the garden, where the blacksmith’s shop was,” Stark recalled, noting this bore witness to the diversity of business that was
done around the mill. Due to misprints in early county maps, which went uncorrected in later editions, the erroneous spelling “Boyler’s Mill” gradually became the place’s commonly accepted name. The next owners of the mill and its surroundings were the Herman Frisch family, who came to the area sometime between 1847 and 1850 from Germany. After Herman’s 1873 death in a construction accident, the land passed to his sons Charles and Gottlieb, who continued operating the mill until 1912. The current mill building was built by the Frisch family sometime between 1865 and 1880, only the latest in a series of mills at the site. Gottlieb Frisch was a founding director of the Farmers Bank of Stover when it opened in 1905. Charles Frisch served as the postmaster at Byler’s Mill, perhaps as long as 34 years. Their descendents also include many current Stover residents, including the Goetze family. Charles and Mary Frisch sold the land in 1912 to law partners Grant Crawford and W.H. Powell of Sedalia. They turned the mill into a clubhouse, adding a fireplace that still exists, and hosting picnics and large political rallies. They also built up the empound-
ment around the mill pond, increasing retention of the spring’s flow to a two-acre lake. According to the deeds Saur dug up, Crawford sold the land in 1931 to Ray Hunt, who sold it in 1933 to J.W. Banner, who sold it in 1936 to Virgil Morrow. Goodall bought it from Morrow in 1953, and after his death in 1971, his wife and sister continued to live on the property. The Starks bought it in 1985 from Leonard Goodall, Jr. History in decay Vicki and Edwin had some work done on the building in the 1980s, but since his health declined about 10 years ago, she has been unable to keep up with the work needed to hold back the mill’s decay. The couple had to tear down a deteriorating cabin, where Goodall had lived before he built the main house. A shelter house over a spring behind the mill, which fed a wishing well and a small pond in front of the house, has fallen down. Steps on the side of the mill, which now lead to nothing, used to lead to a general store. Its outlines can still be faintly seen in the contrasting colors of the mill’s wooden plank wall. Stark said it burned down many years ago, but she does not know why it was never rebuilt. Of most concern is the state
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They call me Bud. A simple name for a
the 1930s, a lot of people agreed. Missouri is known as the Show Me State after all, and Sam’s friends wanted proof! Jim performed for groups across this state and elsewhere demonstrating his ability to comprehend and answer all sorts of questions.
simple dog. I’m a Llewellin Setter, you see. Like all Llewellins, I have a black and white coat, a smattering of spots that look like freckles, and a long feathery tail. Llewellin Setters are a purebred strain of the English Setter breed, and it’s our job to help our owners hunt. Setters are bird dogs. We chase quail out of the bushes and then retrieve them. We’re very useful! I’ve been a bird dog all of my life.
Sam used to tell me lots of stories about my father on our long walks together during hunting season. I’m not a spry young pup anymore, and my hunting days are well behind me, but I tell you, I remember those stories as if I’d heard them just yesterday.
My owner is a good man, and I’m happy to help him. His name is Sam Van Arsdale. Sam and I live in Marshall, Missouri. Marshall is a little town in the heart of the state, right between Kansas City and St. Louis. Here, I enjoy plenty of woods to roam, fields to hunt, squirrels to chase and sunshine to sit in. I live in a good home with a kind family. But this story is not about me. It’s about another Llewellin Setter owned by Sam. That dog was my father, in fact. He looked just like me and lived in the same home that I do, but he was different. He was special, and his name was Jim. To start our story we need to journey back a few years, to the 1930s. In those days my father was known as Jim the Wonder Dog. Why was that, you ask? Well, Jim was remarkable.
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quail, and he learned how to point and retrieve without any trouble or training at all, he just always seemed to know what to do. Sam was happy to have such a great hunting companion when he got Jim. What he didn’t know was that my father was more than just a bird dog. He was a Wonder Dog!
What is a Wonder Dog? Well, Jim was the sort of canine that really went beyond the typical human/animal Sure, like me, he was a bird dog. I am bond. Most dogs that I know love humans. We are born to be faithful a good bird dog, and faithful to my master, but Jim was exceptional at the friends! But Jim was different. He wasn’t simply faithful to his owner. He sport. He knew exactly where to find Produced by the Missouri Press Foundation, ©2017
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of the mill itself. Stark no longer considers it safe enough to allow visitors inside to explore. “We always wanted to fix it up,” she said, “but I don’t have the funds to do so.” Part of the roof has caved in, and rainwater leaks inside. One of the main roof beams is leaning, its condition deteriorating year after year. Water damage has eroded the foundation and caused the floors inside to sag and sink. The tilting beam needs to be straightened. The floor, walls, and roof need to be stabilized and weatherproofed. “It would take a lot of money to fix it up,” said Stark, noting she had placed a lot of hope in the grant that Saur was planning to write to restore and preserve the historic mill. She thought he might have given up “as it is hard to get a grant for a privately owned mill.” Another attempt to have a grant written, this time with the help of the Missouri Department of Conservation, fell through when the MDC employee she was working with lost his job. “I hate to let it deteriorate,” said Stark, “because there’s so much history here. It’s kind of unique, if you think about it. “I just keep praying it will not fall down!”
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Boats/Docks
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–––––––––––––––––––––––– WANT TO BUY BOATS for repair or salvage. Let us know what you have and what you want. 816-616-2904. (MP-1020-11-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– ––––––––––––––––––––––––
For Rent
10
–––––––––––––––––––––––– All real estate advertised here in is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference or limitation or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. –––––––––––––––––––––––– BENTON’S SELF STORAGE, climate controlled, new facility open, west Highway 52, RV/ boat/business/personal sizes, call Greg, 573-434-2144. (MP06-19-14-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– STORAGE. Versailles Storage Centre. Lots of sizes with elec-
tric, including contractor units. Across from Casey's, Hwy. 52 in Versailles. Wayne and Jacquie Brewer, call 573-378-8757 or 573-378-6757. (MP-12-17-09tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– STORAGE! Benton’s Self Storage. Business or household. Newer/clean facility. Variety of sizes. Call Greg, West Highway 52, Versailles, 573-434-2144. (MP-02-07-13-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– 1 & 2 BEDROOM apartments now available, Stover Estates. HUD vouchers accepted, rent based on income, 573-3772222. (MP-05-09-13-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– ONE BEDROOM apartments accepting applications, Versailles Estates. HUD vouchers accepted, rent based on income, 573-378-7060. (MP-05-09-13tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– 2 & 3 BEDROOM apartments accepting applications, Missouri Avenue Apartments. HUD vouchers accepted, rent based on income, 573-378-4820. (MP05-09-13-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– BLUE DOOR STORAGE, reasonable prices, 10x20, 6x10, call 573-789-3587. (MP-09-0513-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– TWO BEDROOM MOBILE in country park, Versailles, 573378-6311. (MP-09-01-16-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– TWO BEDROOM apartment in Versailles, no pets. 573-4803015. (MP-09-29-16-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– LIVE BY PARK at Good Shepherd garden apartments, 300 Fairgrounds Road, Versailles, remodeled, one bedroom apartment, large units, all electric, other utilities included, 573-3782606. (MP-12-01-16-tfn) ––––––––––––––––––––––––
DRIVERS: AMAZING PAY package. Bonuses and great home time, full/part-time, lots of miles. Free life insurance, plus new equipment. CDL-A. 855765-3331. (MP-12-15-16-4t*) –––––––––––––––––––––––– REFRIGERATED CARRIER needs OTR drivers. Operates in midwest only. Salary 50-70k for motivated driver. Call 1-800882-0023. (MP-12-22-16-4t*) –––––––––––––––––––––––– EXPERIENCED brickmasons and stonemasons wanted. Call Tommy at Stucco and Stone, 573-569-1661. (MP-01-05-171t) –––––––––––––––––––––––– ––––––––––––––––––––––––
ONE BEDROOM apartment in Versailles. Stove, refrigerator, water & trash included. No pets. $350 monthly, $350 deposit. 573-505-0149. (MP-12-08-16tfn-eow) –––––––––––––––––––––––– NICE TWO BEDROOM all electric trailer in Gravois, $450 mo. plus deposit. You pay electric. 573-372-2658. (MP-01-05-172t*) –––––––––––––––––––––––– ––––––––––––––––––––––––
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–––––––––––––––––––––––– NOW IN STOCK treated landscape timbers and railroad ties. Carpenter-Guenther Lumber Company, 201 N. Monroe, Versailles, 573-378-4433. (MP-0317-16-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– PAYING TOP DOLLAR for coin collections. I am a local collector and can pay more than dealers because I have no overhead cost. Call 573-832-8414. Have a great day! (MP-12-22-16-4t) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– TWO BLUE CLOTH recliners in good condition, $75 O.B.O. for the pair, Versailles area. Call 573-3745208. (MP-01-05-17-1t*) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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–––––––––––––––––––––––– RELIABLE HANDYMAN. “No job too small.” Decks, tile, painting, trim, etc. Remodeling or new construction. Please contact T.J. Rowe, 573-372-5484 or 573286-5819. Insured/references. (MP-09-15-11-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– SLOAN LITTER SPREADING, poultry litter available, custom spreading, 10 years experience, Call Dennis, 660-337-6345, cell 573-378-8369, 14435 Akinsville Dr., Fortuna. (MP-08-21-14-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– LEAF REMOVAL Tired of raking leaves? Let us do it for you. Give us a call, 573-569-1979, Kountry Kut Lawn Care. Leaf vacuuming, leaf blowing, mowing & trimming. (MP-10-06-16-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– ALL STAR MOBILE HOME Transporting Need your home moved? We re-level new or used homes. 660-221-3848. (MP-1215-16-8t*)
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–––––––––––––––––––––––– MID-MO TURKEY SERVICE hiring experienced laborers for artificial insemination crews, paid vacations, 573-374-7080, leave message, will set up appointment. (MP-02-18-16-tfn) –––––––––––––––––––––––– NURSE AIDE/CNA NEEDED part to full time in Gravois Mills, Laurie, Versailles, Stover, and surrounding areas. Please call LaRonda. Sign-on bonus and insurance. Reliability and transportation a must. 877-890-2130. (MP-12-15-16-4t) ––––––––––––––––––––––––
Traeger Grills Sale Texas Pro $950
Bakery • Surplus Groceries • Bulk Foods
20 lb. Bag Pellets
19532 Hwy. C, Barnett
Located between Versailles & High Point on Hwy. C
Prices Good Through Jan. 10, While Supplies Last
Goat Cheese
On-Farm & Roadside Tire Service Available
POSITION NOW AVAILABLE
Dietary Aide
(Full-Time)
Wasabi Peas
5.3 oz. 4/$1
4 oz. 4/$1
Lemonade Mix Sugar Free
Organic Grape Jelly 11 oz. 4/$1
Tomato Sauce 8 oz. 4/$1
Bourbon & Molasses Ketchup
3.2 oz. 4/$1
Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Closed Sunday
$750 Tailgater $399
Lil’ Tex Pro
15 oz. 4/$1
$12.95
Jalapeno Mustard 9.5 oz. 4/$1
Dog Chow
With Chicken 6 oz. 4/$1
Chicken & Rice Soup 17 oz. 4/$1
Check out our pallet areas for even larger savings on case quantities!
Apply in person at:
Good Shepherd Care Center 573-378-5411
LPN (Night Shift)
Apply in person at:
Good Shepherd Care Center 1101 W. Clay • Versailles Equal Opportunity Employer - Title VI Program
70¢ lb.
Slow Roasted
Muenster
Chicken Breast
Cheese
16 oz.
Dough Enhancer
$3.32 lb.
$2.49
$2.15
8 oz.
Polish Style Chicken
4 ct.
& Beef Hotdogs
Toilet Paper
.45 lb.
$13.50 30 lb. cs.
$1.99
37949 Hwy. E • 660-337-0102
(Just East of Bethel Mennonite Church on Hwy E)
EL-PAR SEEDS Growers & Processors of Missouri Certified Seed
ATTENTION FARMERS
BYRON SEEDS WINTER MEETING WHEN: Wed. Jan. 11, 2017 TIME: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. WHERE: Morgan County Seeds Meeting Room
18761 Kelsay Rd. • Barnett
DICK HUTCHISON AUCTION & REAL ESTATE • We have a tractor loader & hot pressure washer to clean your items. • We have an extensive mailing list, offer Internet bidding & accept credit cards. • We also have a drone helicopter to take aeriel photos of your property. We charge no buyers premiums or fees. What you bid is what you pay! Though we sell all types of items including farm sales, machinery, household and antiques, we specialize in selling real estate at auction.
For all your auction needs call: 573-378-8822
Booking Sales for Spring Book Yours Now! Go to auctionarrows.com to view sale bills.
REAL ESTATE
AUCTION
TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2017 - 10 AM
310 NORTH MAIN ST. (HWY 5), LAURIE, MO
13920 Market Rd., Versailles, MO 65084
Texas Red Grapefruit Red Dot Specials Ozark Country Sorghum 6 ct $3.99 - 12 ct $7.99 ½ Gal. $11.99 - Gal. $20.99 Case of 48 ct $19.95 2EHUKROW]HU·V California Navel Oranges Kentucky Sorghum 4 lb. Bag $1.99 ½ Gal $16.99 - Gal $31.99 6 Bags for $10.00
OFFICE - INCOME - RETAIL
Maple Syrup
10 ct $3.99 - 20 ct $7.99 Case of 88 ct $25.95 88 Count WA Apples Weekly Deli Special Red Delicious..... $31.95 Black Forest Ham $4.39/lb Gala......................$39.95 Baby Swiss Cheese $4.39/lb Honey Crisp WA Apples El Milagro 55 ct 2/3 Bushel $24.95 Authentic Mexican 10 lb. Russet Potatoes White Corn $2.79 ea - 5 or more $2.59 ea Tortilla Chips Premium Ice Cream 3 lb Box $9.99 Assorted Flavors 3 Boxes $27.00 3 Gallon Tub $19.99 ea 75 Oz. Jug $24.99 1 Gallon Jug $54.99
Caring Individuals for
CNA Positions Starting pay rate: 9 /hr. $ 50
Apply in person at either location:
Laurie Care Center
Good Shepherd Care Center
573-374-8263
573-378-5411
Equal Opportunity Employer
Raw Sugar
Open 8:30 to 5:00 Mon.-Sat., Closed Sun. Ad good through Jan. 10, 2017
POSITION NOW AVAILABLE
610 Hwy O, Laurie
Call today!
Dorothy (573) 378-5441 Michael (217) 280-0426
We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, EBT
Equal Opportunity Employer
573-378-5411
Morgan County Marketplace
PRIME COMMERCIAL SITE
573-378-4672
1101 W. Clay • Versailles
Advertise in
1101 W. Clay St., Versailles Equal Opportunity Employer
HIGH VISIBILITY COMMERCIAL LOCATION 3,400 SF on two levels both w/ hi-grade finish - Owner occupant/ Income property - Zoned C-2 - Multiple store fronts w/ separate entrances - Asphalt parking lot - MODOT estimates 4,000 +/- cars per day - Built in 1993 - Large private offices & conference rooms - City water & sewer - Electric HVAC - New roof in 2007 - Central vac system & more... NORMA E. MORRISION TRUST (SELLER) Terms: 10% buyer premium, complete terms online
Auctioneers: Wally Iman & Scott Martin 800-499-6774 Complete Listing, Pics & Terms at LandAndAuction.net
Receive a 7% discount on purchases when paying with check or cash and receive Your #1 Gardenin a 5% discount when paying with g Source! a credit or debit card! • Black Oil Sunflower Seed - 50 lb. $19
Morgan County Seeds LLC 18761 Kelsay Rd. • Barnett • 573-378-2655
Open Monday through Saturday 8 a.m.-6 p.m. From Versailles, take Hwy. 52 east to Hwy. C, east to Kelsay Rd., 1.3 miles north on Kelsay Rd. or 1 mile past the Dutch Country Store. www.morgancountyseeds.com
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Morgan County
Marketplace
PO Box 348, Versailles, MO 65084 573-378-5441 -Fax 573-378-4292
leader-statesman.com • morgancountypress.com
Local Cravings
Restaurant Guide Mac’s at the Lake For Great Food
Open Every Day 11-8 (Except Tuesday)
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10-42 Bar & Que
CHANCES “R�
Dine-in or Carry-out Thursday Ribs Friday Smoked Meatloaf
Family Dining - “A Fun Place!�
Open Thurs.-Sat. 11 a.m. - 1 a.m.
Catering Available
573-207-8462 • Laurie On O Road Next to the Theatre
573-372-5141
Hwy. 5 • Gravois Mills
Restaurant - Lounge Established 1989
Open 7 Days a Week
ADOPTION
HELP WANTED - DRIVERS
ARE YOU PREGNANT? Considering adoption? Young childless, married couple seeks to adopt. Will be hands-on parents. Financial security. EXPENSES PAID. &OD\WRQ +DUULV
FAMILY OWNED COMPANY, HOME ON WEEKENDS. Start @ $.38 per mile 615-792-6550 X1. United Transportation Services.
Are you pregnant? Considering adoption? Donna & Harry are seeking to adopt. Will be hands-on parents. Financial security. Expenses immediately paid. Ask for Adam. 1-800-790-5260.
Chances are, you’ll be back!
FINANCIAL
Hwy. 5 • Laurie, MO 65038 573-374-8770
SELL YOUR structured settlement or annuity payments for CASH NOW. You don’t have to wait for your future payments any longer! Call 1-800-795
Call to advertise here. 6 weeks for $45. 573-378-5441
FOR SALE
Receive a 7% discount on purchases when paying with check or cash and receive Your #1 Gardenin a 5% discount when paying with g Source! a credit or debit card!
Discover Missouri’s “Wonder City!â€? El Dorado Springs, the 2016 Missouri Chamber of Commerce of the Year! Find out why! For more information: www. ElDoradoSpringsChamber.com or www. Hiring Owner Operators/lease program facebook.com/ElDoradoSpringsChamber! offering $1.30 all miles or 75% Revenue. 2U FDOO Home every week. Call Jim 636-281-8865 %HQHÂżWV &RPSDQ\ GULYHUV FSP SENIOR LIVING MEDICAL SAFE Step Walk-In Tub. Alert for Seniors. S t o p O V E R PAY I N G f o r y o u r Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by prescriptions! Save up to 93%! Call our Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. licensed Canadian and International /HVV WKDQ ,QFK 6WHS ,Q :LGH 'RRU $QWL pharmacy service to compare prices and Slip Floors. American Made. Installation JHW RII \RXU ÂżUVW SUHVFULSWLRQ DQG Included. Call 800-585-3075 for $750 off. FREE Shipping. 1-800-761-8127 SPORTING GOODS VIAGRA and CIALIS USERS! Cut your drug costs! SAVE $$! 50 pills for $99.00 *81 6+2: -$1 )UL 6DW FREE Shipping! 100% Guaranteed and Sun. 9-3 LAKE OZARK Lodge of Four Seasons (315 Four Seasons Dr) BUY'LVFUHHW &$// SELL-TRADE INFO: (563) 927-8176 www,rkshows.com MISCELLANEOUS
FAST Internet! HughesNet Satellite Internet. High-speed. Available anywhere. Speeds to 15 mbps. Starting at $59.99/ mo. Call for Limited Time Price. 1-800679-5882 SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied DISH 2 Year Price Lock with Flex Pack. benefits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay 2QO\ PR ,QFOXGHV )5(( +RSSHU Nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & and 3 Months HBO, Cinemax, Showtime, $VVRFLDWHV DW WR VWDUW Starz and Dish Movie Pack. Call Today your application today! MISCELLANEOUS NFL Sunday Ticket (FREE!) w/Choice Package - includes 200 channels. $60/ DONATE YOUR CAR, Truck or Boat mo. for 12 months. No upfront costs or to Heritage For the Blind. Free 3 Day equipment to buy. Ask about next day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, LQVWDOODWLRQ All Paperwork taken care of. Call 1-800 HELP WANTED - DRIVERS
• Black Oil Sunflower Seed - 50 lb. $19
Morgan County Seeds LLC 18761 Kelsay Rd. • Barnett • 573-378-2655
Open Monday through Saturday 8 a.m.-6 p.m. From Versailles, take Hwy. 52 east to Hwy. C,
MISSOURI STATEWIDE CLASSIFIED ADS... THE BEST BUY FOR YOUR BUCK. CALL YOUR LOCAL NEWSPAPER FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Looking to earn money on your schedule? Have a car? Drive with Uber. Call: 800-929-0381
east to Kelsay Rd., 1.3 miles north on Kelsay Rd. or 1 mile past the Dutch Country Store. www.morgancountyseeds.com
MISCELLANEOUS
STEEL BUILDINGS ASTRO BUILDINGS - LIMITED TIME WINTER SPECIALS on Commercial, Suburban and Farm Structures. Custom design since 1969. SIGN THIS MONTH AND SAVE! www.AstroBuildings.com/ MOclass. Call 800/822-7876 today! VOLUNTEERS THE TIME IS NOW The Missouri Defense Force is seeking volunteers for your county. Civilians and veterans are needed. For information visit www.missouridefenseforce.com
Invitation For All Farmers
Versailles Location Only
NATIO
Tuesday, January 10 • 9 a.m.-Noon
Prices Good: Jan. 4-Jan. 10
You are invited to an Insta-Gro Liquid Plant Food information meeting on plant nutrient needs for your crops regardless of the crops you grow. Our main speaker, Rick Dues, is a grain and cattle farmer from Ohio with more than 30 years experience growing nutrient dense and high yielding crops using liquid plant foods.
call “The Meat Specialists� at 573-378-5079
In everyday common language, Rick will explain how plants and animals react to the nutrients you put on your soil. He will also show you how to save money on fertilizer and supplement costs. He will talk about his own personal gains he has made using Insta-Gro products. It will be well worth your time and effort to be at this meeting to hear Rick out. Our second speaker is Myron Miller from Seymour, MO. Myron will highlight the many products Insta-Gro has along with products form the Gantec Company.
Hwy. 52 East • Versailles
Open Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-7 p.m. • Sunday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
YOUR FAVORITE
BRANDS
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Refreshments will be served at forenoon with a noon meal by reservation only.
LOW PRICES ¢
79
To make your meal reservation, call 573-378-2655 by 6 p.m. on or before Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017.
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99
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3
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3 lb Bag
General Mills Cereal
2/$4 149 bag
ea
10.7-12 oz, Assorted Varieties
Lay’s Family Size Potato Chips
15 oz
9.75-10.25 oz, Assorted Varieties
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Central Dairy Gallon Orange Juice
Oranges or Grapefruit 3 lb bag
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FRESH PRODUCE
2017 Central Missouri Professional Services Guide! 299 19 1 bag
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Halos Clementines 2 lb bag
Idaho Potatoes
2
10 lb bag
99 bag
Sweet Onions 4 lb bag
399
2/$4 Dole Premium Salad Blends 8-12 oz, Assorted Varieties
88
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2
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88
Call Dorothy at 573-789-8717 (or 573-378-5441) or Michael at 573-378-5441 by January 9 to register your business in the 2017 Central Missouri Professional 49 Services Guide - a full color gloss magazine that will be inserted into The 3 bag ¢ ea 89 Versailles Leader-Statesman, Morgan County Press (Stover), and Vernon FRESH PRODUCE Iceberg 3 Head Lettuce Publishing’s Eldon Advertiser and Tipton Times.
Pro Services Guide Publication Date: January 25, 2017
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If you want to SAVE MONEY on input cost for your crops or animals, do not miss this meeting!
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