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PERU — Illinois Valley PADS (Public Action to Deliver) opened its doors at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1. Those who are experiencing homelessness in LaSalle, Bureau or Putnam counties will now

have a place to seek shelter. The locations in Peru and Ottawa serve men, women and families. The Ottawa shelter has 50 beds with three designated rooms for families. The Peru shelter has 24 beds. Looking back on last

year, there were 237 individuals served, which included 14 families and 18 children using the shelters from Sept. 1, 2014, to May 31. The shelter also provided 15,951 meals, while beds were used 6,987 times. This year, Carol Alcorn,

Illinois Valley PADS executive director, anticipates seeing an increase in homelessness due to loss of preventative services. Alcorn said she is already getting calls from individuals, who are losing their housing and have no place to go as local agency resources that help with rent and utility assistance are

closing, due to lack of funding. “The state of Illinois is working through a period of adjustment that is closing or reducing some of the local resources,” Alcorn said. “There are going to be more people who lose their housing because of those issues.” Illinois Valley PADs continues to seek support from the commu-

nity to help serve those in need. The organization provides case management, support groups, budgeting, computer and finding a job classes and thousands of hours for volunteerism. Its work includes assisting in funding housing, employment, health care

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A lifetime of service Remembering Marion Kuhne By Dave Cook

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HENNEPIN — Through a lifetime of community service, Marion Kuhne was a significant figure who improved life for Hennepin residents. He passed away on Aug. 20 at the age of 89 and will be missed by many. Kuhne began his life in Hennepin in 1925. He graduated from John Swaney High School in McNabb in 1943, and he then, like others of his generation, joined the fight of World War II. Kuhne was in the Pacific with the 8th Army and was part of the occupation force in Japan after their surrender. Returning home, he married his love, Irene Mekley, on March 18, 1948. Together, they raised two children, who then provided the couple with nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. For a short time, Kuhne worked at Caterpillar before returning home to Hennepin and working for the Continental Grain Co., Illinois Power Co. and the Hennepin Public Water District before retiring in 1999. In the same year he was awarded the Illinois Outstanding Older Worker Award and represented the state at a conference in Washington, D.C. A tireless community leader, Kuhne was instrumental in many key aspects of Hennepin’s growth through the decades. “Marion was a kind and hardworking man. He was committed to serving others in whatever he did. He was

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Granville’s Lloyd Schrowang stands next to his first and favorite tractor, a 1953 International Harvester Super M. Purchased new by his father, Lloyd took it over in 1958 and has since logged countless hours aboard the old red tractor.

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GRANVILLE — The only green tractor you’ll find on Lloyd Schrowang’s family farm in Granville is located on a shelf in a toy cabinet. Everything else on this

farm is associated with one color and one color only — red, International Harvester (IH) red to be exact. “I started collecting toys when I was a kid. I’ve repainted some of them, but you didn’t worry about keeping them back

then, you played with them,” Schrowang said. His family has been farming the same land for three generations, and they’ve always been an IH family. “That’s what we always had, it’s what I grew up with. It’s why I kept with

IH,” Schrowang said. His sons are farming the land now, and the sense of connection between family and the land is apparent. “I’ve lived here all my life. I’ve never lived any place else except the two years I spent in the

Army,” said Schrowang. His father bought a new IH Super M in 1953, and Schrowang took it over when he started farming in 1958. That Super M is still part of the family. It was easy to find among the 48 tractors he, his wife Loretta, and their

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sons, Gregg and Gene, had displayed at their farm in two long, shiny red rows on Aug. 20-21. It sat unrestored, wearing the wellearned patina fitting of a hard working, yet loved mechanical workhorse. It’s still his favorite. “There’s only about three I’ve farmed with, that I bought new,” said Schrowang, while discussing the 48 tractors in the collection. He bought the first piece of his collection in 1995 and has been restoring up to three a year since. “Well, what else have I got to do? I can’t sit and watch TV because there’s nothing worth watching. I don’t like to go sit in a coffee shop, so that takes care of that. You can’t sit around because if you sit around, you die,” said Schrowang. A popular question which kept popping up while people viewed the collection was, “Have you got room for them all?” “I said, ‘Yeah,’” said Schrowang. The people then asked “Well, what happens if you don’t have room?” “Well, you build another shed,” laughed Schrowang.

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while partnering with local resources by making 15,895 referrals for those services and more. “We have the skills and programs to find out what the real needs are for these individuals and get them back on their feet,” Alcorn said. “So many of them go to churches or agencies where the budgets are very strained and are only able to help the point in time issues and not the involved longterm issues that we are able to assist with.” Illinois Valley PADS is also looking for volun-

His shop is spacious, clean, well organized, and most importantly, comfortable. It’s also complete with more IH memorabilia. Infrared heaters ensure a pleasant work environment no matter the weather outside. “I’ve got a good place to work on stuff. I can keep it any temperature I want. If I didn’t have a shop like this I wouldn’t get much done,” said Schrowang. “Of the 48 sitting here, some are my sons and grandsons. A couple of them they still farm with. They aren’t really antiques, but I parked them out there so everyone could see them. The newest one here is a ‘95, and the newest antique is a ‘67,” said Schrowang. The collection also includes some McCormick-Deering Farmalls from the 1920’s. After walking up and down the rows and inspecting the collection, visitor Lonnie Napier was impressed. “It’s quite a collection; yes, it is. Can you imagine all of these going through Granville on a parade route? You’ve got to be quite a mechanic for all of these. They’re clean as a whistle,” Napier said.

Surprisingly, parts weren’t an issue while restoring a collection of this size. “Parts are no problem. There’s enough salvage yards around. A lot of parts, like seats and battery boxes they’re making new. There’s a demand for it,” Schrowang said. The Schrowangs invited guests into both the workshop and their home. The workshop had a small collection of miniature build-

teers. Those interested have to be more than 18 years old. However, those under 18 years old may volunteer if accompanied by a parent. To be a volunteer, individuals have to undergo a short training period. “Our hundreds of volunteers help us make a difference in the lives of many,” Alcorn said. Illinois Valley PADS will also be seeing changes in leadership in the Ottawa shelter this year. Katie Bonner is no longer with the shelter in Ottawa. “We appreciate all her hard work and care. We wish her well in her future endeavors,”

Alcorn said. Marissa Melau has been promoted to leadership after three years of working as case manager in the Ottawa shelter. She graduated from Illinois Valley Community College in social services and will receive her bachelor’s degree from Springfield College in Milwaukee in December. “We are proud to announce her promotion to the lead position in Ottawa and hope that community will reach out and get to know her,” Alcorn said. Illinois Valley PADS is accepting donations for material goods and

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A total of 48 tractors were recently on display at the Granville farm of the Schrowangs on Aug. 20-21. There was also memorabilia, art and a collection of miniature buildings on display. Lloyd Schrowang has been restoring tractors for the past 20 years. ings built and assembled by other family members, and both the shop and their home featured many shelves full of toys and other memorabilia. Several works by popular agriculture artist Charles Freitag hung on the walls as did a photograph of the Schrowangs and “The Voice of American Agriculture” Max Armstrong. “He belongs to our tractor club. I’ve went on tractor rides with him and a lot of other stuff,” Schrowang

said. As the family’s connection with IH will undoubtedly continue, there’s a look of pride in Schrowang’s eyes as he looks out over his family’s bright red collection. It’s not just brand loyalty which keeps this collection growing, it’s also the connection to family and farm. “You feel like you’ve accomplished something when you get done,” Schrowang said.

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a leader and a good example for others to follow. He will be missed,” said Putnam County Board Chairman Duane Calbow. Kuhne helped organize the Hennepin Fire Department and was its chief for more than three decades. He also served on its board from 1981-2006. Hennepin Fire Department Chief Daryel Petersen said two of the more noteworthy events in the history of the fire district were accomplished during Kuhne’s tenure. “First was the building of a new fire station in Hennepin, and a major renovation and addition added to the Granville fire station. Those buildings were dedicated in 1989,” Petersen said. “Second was in 1995, the fire district purchased two new custom fire engines for the firefighters in Granville and Hennepin. These two rigs have been a great addition to the fire district.” Kuhne’s passing was also noted by the Hennepin Fire Protection District on its Facebook page. “It is with great sadness that we at the Hennepin Fire Protection District mourn the loss of our retired fireman, chief and former district president, Marion Kuhne. The community lost a great and honorable public servant,” the statement said. Kuhne, a dedicated family man, also generously

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gave his time to serve in many other public positions. Through the years he helped guide the village as president of the town board, the park district, the Hennepin and Putnam County school boards, the ambulance board, the zoning board of appeals, and until earlier this year he was an active, long-time member of the LaSalle-Marshall-Putnam-Woodford County Regional School Board. Some of his biggest accomplishments were overseeing the consolidation of the Putnam County schools into one unit, attracting J&L Steel, building an indoor Olympic pool and community complex for Hennepin and providing an ambulance and skilled EMTs for the community. Kuhne even served as an ambulance driver. Throughout his life, Kuhne was active in many local and national organizations. He was a member of the Lions Club, Putnam County Achievement Services and the Hennepin Betterment Association. Kuhne also took pride in his membership with Post 1044 of the American Legion. Kuhne was remembered with full fire department honors and was laid to rest with full military honors at Riverside Cemetery in Hennepin. Though he will be greatly missed by family and friends, all of Hennepin is a monument to his lifetime of work.

CHICAGO — Attorney General Lisa Madigan highlighted a new law that will prohibit health care providers from directly billing sexual assault survivors for the collection of evidence related to their attacks. House Bill 3848 was passed by the General Assembly unanimously and signed into law Monday, Aug. 24. The new law, initiated by Madigan, ensures compliance with the federal Violence Against Women Act of 2013 (VAWA) and removes a barrier that may prevent sexual assault survivors from going to the hospital after the crime. “I strongly encourage anyone who is sexually assaulted to go quickly to a hospital emergency room for necessary care and to collect evidence of the crime,” Madigan said. “This law assures that in the aftermath of a sexual assault, a survivor will not be sent a bill for those critical ER services that play an important role in helping law enforcement make an arrest and work to achieve justice for the survivor.” Following a sexual assault, survivors are urged to go to hospital emergency rooms for a medical forensic examination. This is an invasive examination that can last four to six hours and involves the collection of physical evidence from the survivor’s body. The physical evidence, collected through what is commonly referred to as a “sexual assault evidence kit” or a “rape kit,” is then sent to a crime lab for testing. The test results are a critical part of a criminal investigation and may later be used in a criminal prosecution. HB 3848 expressly prohibits hospitals, emergency room physicians and other providers of sexual assault services from charging the survivor or sending the survivor a bill.

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SPRINGFIELD — The effect of frack sand mining operations coming online in and around LaSalle County will now be studied by the state, under a new law sponsored by State Sen. Sue Rezin (R-Peru). “This region is unlike any other in the country, with rare deposits of very high quality northern white sand,” Rezin said. “Because this industry requires heavy trucks and equipment, we must make sure our roads and bridges can handle all the tools needed for mining. At the same time, it is equally important to make sure the mining doesn’t impact our tourist attractions or citizens who live near these sites. We must protect the people in this area.” Signed into law on Aug. 18 by Gov. Bruce Rauner, Senate Bill 1803 directs the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to conduct a study on the effects of agricultural, manufacturing, mining and other industrial operations in LaSalle, DeKalb, Kendall, Grundy, Livingston, Woodford, Marshall, Putnam, Bureau and Lee counties. IDOT would then submit a report to lawmakers by Jan. 1, 2017, that includes: • The impact of road usage and traffic pattern disruptions by sand mine truck-

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Gladys Rombout MANLIUS — Gladys Rombout, 97, of the rural Manlius area died Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015, at Country Comfort Retirement Home in Princeton. Gladys was born April 10, 1918, in Ashton, the daughter of George Clarence and Mary Martha (Kepple) Hadley. She was united in marriage to August Rombout on March 15, 1938, in Davenport, Iowa. He preceded her in death on Nov. 8, 2005. Gladys was superintendent of the Sheffield United Methodist Church Sunday School Gladys program. She was instrumental in developRombout ing the Senior Citizens Society in Manlius and enjoyed organizing the trips. She was a member of Sheffield United Methodist Church for many years and lately a member of the Walnut Community Bible Church. She was a loving mom and grandma. She is survived by one son, Larry George (Sandie) Rombout of Florid; two daughters, Deanna Marie (Ronald) Nelson of Freeport and Linette (Ray) Bolin of Wyanet; five grandchildren, Larry Douglas Rombout, Dennis Alan Rombout, Melissa (Jim) Mennie, Elizabeth (Jerad) Klingenberg and Jason (Kendyl) Bolin; 10 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; one great-great-great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one son, David John; and two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services were conducted Monday Aug. 31, at the Walnut Community Bible Church with the Rev. Eldon Cook, pastor, officiating. Burial was in the Manlius Cemetery. Visitation was held Sunday, Aug. 30, at the Garland Funeral Home in Walnut. A memorial has been established to the Sheffield United Methodist Church, the Walnut Community Bible Church and the Manlius Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at www.garlandfuneralhome.com.

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ISP apprehends Arkansas murder fugitive LASALLE — Illinois State Police officials were notified by the U.S. Marshals Office of a subject wanted on a conditional release violation for previous weapons and first degree murder charges in Arkan-

Drunk driving law signed SPRINGFIELD — Legislation initiated by Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White strengthening the state’s DUI laws was signed into law by the governor. Senate Bill 627 contains five measures designed to increase participation in the state’s Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device (BAIID) program. The proposals, which originate from White’s Advisory Committee on Traffic Safety, are supported by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists (AAIM). “My mission as Secretary of State is to make the roads of Illinois the safest ever,” said White. “This legislation will further strengthen our state’s DUI laws, which will make our roads safer and save lives. Although Illinois recently received the highest rating possible for our efforts to fight drunk driving, five stars from MADD, I refuse to grow complacent.” The legislation, which

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Property transfers The following property transfers were recently recorded in the office of the Putnam County Recorder of Deeds. Aug. 13 Ken Dalenberg, as administrator to Judith A. Bryant and Barbara J. Dalenberg; two parcels with exceptions; exempt. Barbara A. Zemanek f/k/a Barbara A. Doyle to Joseph G. Pandsack III; Lot 7, McNabb Development Corporation Subdivision, McNabb; $102,000. Aug. 17 Richard C. Weddell Sr. and Hazel M. Weddell to Helen L Lenkaitis; Lot 3, Block 49, Ware’s Addition, Hennepin; $87,500. Donald R. Ladzinski to Donald R. Ladzinski, as trustee; one parcel;

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The Editorial Page

Sam R Fisher

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Words from the wise ... guy Skirting the perimeter of the immaculately manicured property, I stole occasional sideways glances ... peering under the festively decorated circus-like tent which had been hastily erected in the early a.m. in celebration of a recent high school graduation. Gathered there (at the brightly adorned with school colors-borrowed from friends and families-used once a year folding plastic tables) were clusters of laughing and smiling 17-plus year olds, reminiscing about the good old days, ex teachers, memorable football games and the time “unknown” chemistry hooligans blew up a toilet in the boys’ locker room. They also had that intense, somewhat worried expression one gets when contemplating their first steps of a journey into unknown and treacherous territory. To the casual observer, they were typical celChuck ebrants, carefree Mason and jovial ... but to a trained and COMMENTARY cynical eye, they were the torch bearers of a distant and dark future. From their body language, overly animated mannerisms and exquisitely coiffed hair, I surmised their future lay in the worlds of investment banking, personal training or marketing. Or perhaps, after one semester of tedious gen ed classes and the discovery of the beer bong, they would stop shaving, buy an acoustic guitar, only show up to classes on exam days, and spend the next several years of their lives putting bad introspective poetry to music and playing for sorority girls at the local coffee shop. Curious, I approached the closest table. Not knowing any of these young men, I was greeted with an immediate and stony silence as they looked up from their cheesy salsa dip. I could be a relative of the honored graduate, a teacher from his past, or simply the neighborhood crazy guy who wandered in to see what the commotion was all about, yet decided to hang around and enjoy free ham sandwiches and beer. After awkward introductions, followed by the usual small talk about the weather, the food and the upcoming Stanley Cup playoffs, I began my inquiry into our planet’s future. “So, you’ve graduated high school, which really isn’t that special these days, since you’ve more than likely participated in ceremonies for pre-school, kindergarten, junior high, Safety Town, getting your life guard certificate, and innumerable other ‘milestones.’” I then offered congratulations before addressing my purpose for striking up conversation. “What fields of study are you boys interested in?” Without hesitation, several answered in unison, “Engineering!” Now, back when I was 7, I too wanted to be an engineer. I dreamt of wearing coal-stained bibs and that striped cap, while at the throttle of a massive locomotive, satisfying my inner wanderlust, hurtling across the countryside, always with the chance of plowing into a wayward grazing cow or an alcohol fueled motorist with bad depth perception. But I knew that was not the case here. “Engineering!” I exclaimed. “Do you realize what engineers have done to our world?” One young man meekly spoke up, in a rather questioning tone. “Improved it?” Now my rant was on. “Yeah, they improve it. Engineers are the reason I need a 400-piece Craftsman tool set to change the headlight in my car. They’ve taken control of my life with gadgetry masquerading as technology. They lean over computers filled with design software, oblivious to the real world, with a Charlie Manson glaze in their eyes and a hunch which would get John Merrick exemplary marks for posture. Engineers designed the Titanic, the Hindenburg and Ramen noodles!” As I continued, becoming increasingly animated and agitated, my audience quickly dispersed, some near tears ... all reconsidering their choices. And I’m sure a couple were going to stop shaving and take up the guitar. Chuck Mason, a self-described opinionated wiseguy, resides in Princeton. He can be reached at chuckthebluzguy@msn.com.

First Person Erica Pratt Town: Hennepin. Family: Husband, Randy, boys, Hunter and Dalton. Occupation: Substitute teacher, field rep for census. What was your first job: Working at my mom’s bakery in Lacon. What is your favorite book: All my favorites were turned into movies. What is the best concert you’ve been to: Pink Floyd at the Palace of Versailles. If you met a genie who granted you one wish, what would it be: Health for all my family. What is the hardest thing you’ve ever done: Ran the first ever Starved Rock half marathon.

What is the one thing you’re truly passionate about: Being a good mom.

Where do you most want to travel but have never been: Italy — Venice specifically.

What is your favorite area restaurant and what do you like to order there: Taco pizza at Casey’s.

What is something you like about your hometown: Everyone is so friendly and care about each other. Is there anything you would change: No.

Observations from the Field of Dreams I would like to write about a special young man from our community. Jeanne taught David Shore in second grade. She would come home and tell me about this interesting young student. Jeanne and I both knew his parents, Scott and Adriane, because of Rotary. This year, David was asked to give the address to the Putnam County High School graduates. I know Jeanne was proud of David and would have loved to hear his address. Our granddaughter, Katie Alleman, was in the 2015 graduating class too. Here are some excerpts from David’s speech: “I would like to thank you for having me tonight. I was a student here. I grew up here, found my passion for science here, and what I learned has stuck with me, mostly biology with Michael Heth, ag with Daryle Wragge, Spanish with Mrs. L. and many other teachers. Having now seen some portion of the world, at the University of Illinois, and after that at Harvard Medical School, and in Boston where I live now, I can tell you this, you meet very few people who had the chance to do all of the things that we have the opportunity to do here, and in this community, there is a unique constellation of opportunities here, and you will find that wherever you go, your background will be the best thing. “Another thing I found out is that, in my rather lengthy education, and

Darrell Alleman COMMENTARY in my work, I’ve met a lot of people from bigger schools, fancier colleges and one thing I have learned is that, educationally, they don’t really have anything up their sleeve that we don’t have up ours. We owe that to the quality of teachers here and the quality of the programs here. Life is strange, where it can take you, and how it can get you there. “Ten years ago, I became the apprentice of one of the world’s foremost experts in worms. Worms are largely under appreciated. They can be very small, but genetically, they have most of the same working parts that we do. Somehow, my life as a worm expert has brought me to where I am today, which is working with universities and pharmaceutical companies to develop new drugs and new ideas to help people, and to change science. “Since my training completed, I took a leap. I left the laboratory and began my career as patent specialist. I work with universities and pharmaceutical companies, as well as start-up companies, to help them protect new inventions, new drugs. “My advice to you, the single most important advice I have, is to

find a group of skilled people and hang out with them. From here forward, all of your decisions will be educated decisions. Choose your path, follow it with a vengeance. Do not merely go forward, charge forward.” ••• Sports trivia: Who was the first American League Rookie of the Year? Walt Draper, Gil McDougal, Harvey Kuenn or Roy Sievers? Answer at the end of the article. ••• A local floor worker was laying down carpet in a woman’s home. As he was finishing, he got a craving for a cigarette and looked around and discovered that his cigarettes were missing. He did, however, notice a bump in the carpet and figured that he had laid carpet over the pack without noticing it there. He decided rather than take up the carpet, he would get a hammer and pound it into the ground so no one would know. As he finished that, the owner of the house walked into the room and commented on what a nice job he had done. She said, “Here are your cigarettes, I found them in the kitchen, and by the way, have you seen my cell phone?” ••• The answer to the sports trivia: Roy Sievers was the first American League Rookie of the Year. Darrell Alleman can be reached at news@putnamcountyrecord.com.

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Sports Meet new writer, learn more about PC’s AD Hi, my name is Preston Rowe. I play for a new baseball team. The name of the team is Velocity. There are kids from different towns on the same team. We had tryouts and only 13 players made the team. My brother and I were two of them. We were playing a bunting game at practice. I won because I successfully bunted more times than my teammates. My coach gave me a Gatorade for a prize. We had our first games on Aug. 16. We lost our first game and won the second game. It feels good to be on a new team. I really enjoy playing baseball. I practice with my brother and our neighbors in our yard. Last year I hit two in-the-park homeruns, and I was so excited. Do you like baseball? ••• Carl Carlson, Putnam County school district’s new athletic director, answered these questions for me.

Putnam County Record: Did you play sports when you were young? If so, which ones? Carlson: I did play sports when I was younger. I played

high school football, basketball and track.

PCR: Who is your favorite athlete of all time, and why? Carlson: My favorite athlete of all time is Michael Jor-

dan. I really liked how competitive and intense he played the game and how he motivated his team to play hard and improve.

PCR: What is your favorite sport, and why? Carlson: I would have to say that basketball is my

favorite sport. I played in college for three years before getting injured. However, I really enjoy watching football and personally getting to play some golf every now and then.

PCR: What is the best way for a child to improve their skills in a sport? Carlson: The best way for a child to improve his/her

skills in a sport is to be trained on proper techniques by qualified coaches. You want to make sure you learn to do things properly so that you don’t develop bad habits. Then the secret to success is to work and practice harder than anybody else. It takes tremendous dedication and effort if you want to be better than others at a particular sport or activity. The last key to success is if you really enjoy playing the sport or activity — don’t lose your passion along the way.

PCR: What made you want to become an athletic director? Carlson: What made me want to become an athletic

director is it gives me so many opportunities to help reach out and help develop people while working toward their goals. Athletics was always a big piece of my life and provided me with a positive school experience, allowed me to develop long-lasting friendships, and helped feed my competitive drive. Extracurricular activities are an extension of the classroom that provides a lot of valuable skills like problem solving, dealing with adversity, overcoming obstacles, learning to play within your role, teamwork, and a positive way to spend your time.

PCR: Which would you rather be in a flood? A Panther or a Cardinal? Just kidding! Carlson: Of course I would rather be a Panther during

a flood! Preston Rowe is a sports fan and a fourth-grade student at Henry-Senachwine Grade School. He can be reached at news@putnamcountyrecord.com.

PCR photo/Lori Boekeloo

Putnam County volleyball players huddle up prior to their match with Galva on Aug. 27. The Panthers won in two sets, 25-23, 25-21.

Lady Panthers defeat Galva By Lori Boekeloo

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GRANVILLE — The Putnam County High School varsity volleyball team faced Galva on the floor Thursday, Aug. 27, in Granville with high hopes and even more enthusiasm. “It’s too early in the season to determine where they will go. We’ve only played one game against Wethersfield, and they lost,” junior varsity coach Amy Carboni said. As the girls warmed up, they showed skill and energy, but most importantly, determination. Jill Smoode, the mother of the only returning senior starter, Tori Smoode, is excited to watch the girls this season. When asked about Tori’s plans after high school, Jill said, “She would love to go on to play college ball. She is still open to many options and hasn’t settled on a school yet.” Jill also noted how volleyball has changed over the years with different rotations, a change in the scoring system and

the skill level of the girls. “Back when we played, if you were an overhand server, you were a star. Almost everyone served underhand,” she said. It was noted that many of the girls not only served overhand, but did jump serving, a skill which used to be reserved for college level volleyball. The first match was neck and neck the entire time, fluctuating one and two points, but never out of range of a victory. At the end of the first match, Putnam County pulled it off with a 25-23 victory. After a large lead in the beginning of the second match, Putnam County faltered a bit and the gap got tight and remained that way throughout the rest of the game. There was a surge of energy at the end, and Putnam County earned the victory in only two matches, ending with a 25-21 score. PC’s JV squad beat Galva, 25-10, 25-16.

PC boy golfers second in scramble Panthers third at Midland; girls win meet MCNABB — The Putnam County boys golf team placed second in the Putnam County Scramble, which was Saturday, Aug. 29, at Edgewood Golf Course. Ten teams of five golfers competed with Putnam County’s team score being 66, the same as Newark. PC finished ahead of Newark on a scorecard playoff. Henry was the winner with a 62. Fieldcrest, Seneca and Woodland all scored 67. Midland had a 69 with Roanoke-Benson and Marquette had 70 while Somonauk had a 71. PC beats Marquette, loses to Woodland The Panthers beat Ottawa Marquette 185-210, but lost to Streator Woodland 182-185, in a meet on Aug. 26. Dzierzynski was the medalist with a 41. Mitch Aimone finished second with 42. Also scoring for the Panthers were Jace Schorn with a season-best 48 and Auston Pfilbsen with a 54.

Henry, Marquette beat PC Putnam County lost to both Henry and Marquette on Aug. 25. Henry came in with a 168. Marquette and PC had identical scores of 192, but Marquette won on the fifth score. Caleb Dzierzynski led PC with a 42.

Midland Invitational

The Panthers brought home the third-place trophy from the eight-team Midland Invitational on Aug. 24 with a team score of 357. Prairie Central won with a 332 and Midland finished second at 350. Caleb Dzierzynski finished second with a 79, and Mitch Aimone came in third with an 80. Jace Schorn carded a 97 and Aaron Cimei came in at 101. Other golfers’ scores were Auston Pflibsen (106) and Seth Carlson (113).

PC girls win

The PC girls beat LaSalle-Peru on Aug. 21, 223-260, and Seneca and Henry on Aug. 24, 206-210.

PC cross country boys second, two girls run Putnam County girls and boys cross country runners competed with Hall and IVC in a meet on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at the Putnam County Conservation District. The PC boys placed second, led by Noe Flores’ second-place finish in 17:58. Jon Sabotta placed fifth in 18:47. Denver Wyatt was ninth in 20:24 while Joe Berg was 10th in 20:28. Cameron Colby was 18th in 23.44,

Jimmy Hewitt was 19th in 23:49, Michael Dzierzynski was 20th in 24.18 and Cristian Correa was 22nd in 26.55. Putnam County had 41 points compared to IVC’s 21. Hall didn’t have enough runners for a team score. In the girls’ race, Ashlyn Haage was the top Putnam County runner, placing 11th in 25.56 while Becky Ramey was the other PC runner, placing 21st in 31.08.

Fishing reopens for limited time at Hennepin and Hopper lakes HENNEPIN — The Wetlands Initiative (TWI) announced that fishing at its Sue and Wes Dixon Waterfowl Refuge at Hennepin and Hopper lakes is now open to the public six days per week for four weeks. The four-week period will end Sept. 27. “It took much longer than we expected to get all the sign-offs needed in Springfield,” said TWI executive director Paul Botts. “That only finally occurred this month. We were planning to have fishing open until mid-September, but will push that date back just for this year because it’s taken so long to get all the t’s crossed.” Anglers wishing to fish at the Dixon

Waterfowl Refuge will need a TWI permit; applications are available at the kiosk by the boat launch at Hennepin and Hopper Lakes. No fee will be charged by TWI. Anglers older than 16 must also have a valid Illinois sport fishing license. Fishing will be open Tuesday through Sunday from sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset; the lakes will be closed to fishing on Mondays. Under TWI’s agreement with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, which has worked with TWI to restock the lakes, state conservation officers will conduct spot checks of permits, licenses and compliance with size and creel limits and other rules, Botts

said. The full rules can be found on TWI’s website at www.wetlands-initiative.org. Some key rules include: • No gas-powered motors are allowed on the lakes. Only electric trolling motors are allowed. • Fishing will be allowed from boats only. No shore fishing is allowed. • No live bait is allowed except for red worms, wax worms and night crawlers. • Fishing is allowed only within the designated fishing zone in the south part of the lakes. • No alcoholic beverages are allowed on the lakes at any time.

• The parking lot by the boat launch is limited to a maximum of 40 vehicles on a first-come, first-served basis. When the boat launch parking lot is full no more boats will be allowed onto the lakes for fishing. • Size and creel limits for Hennepin and Hopper Lakes during 2015 will be as follows (all species not listed must be released): Bluegills and pumpkinseeds, any size, no limit: crappie (all types combined) 9”, 20; largemouth bass, 15”, 3; walleye, 18”, 3; muskie, 42”, 1; northern pike, 24”, 3; and channel catfish, any size, 6.

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Community Benefit for Virginia Pokryfke set for Sept. 26 LASALLE — A benefit will be held for Virginia Pokryfke at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Knights of Columbus, LaSalle. Pokryfke, who is facing health problems, resides in Spring Valley and was director of the IVCC preschool before it

closed. She is currently preschool director of Summit Learning Academy in LaSalle. The benefit will include dinner and music featuring Fill the Floor DJ and The Barflys. Tickets are available by calling 815252-3596.

IV Toastmasters will meet Sept. 3 in Peru PERU — The Illinois Valley Toastmasters will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, at 1305 Sixth St. in Peru (IVCH building east of St Mary’s Catholic Church; parking available in lot on Seventh Street). Participants should enter through the west door. Toastmasters Club helps members practice speeches, impromptu speaking, meeting management

and giving constructive feedback. The club mutually supports members to develop communication and leadership skills. Anyone interested in learning more is invited to attend. Meetings are held the first and third Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, contact Carol Myer at 815-481-9851 or carol. myer@ivch.org.

Epilepsy support group will meet PERU — An epilepsy support group will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, at the Peru YMCA, 300 Walnut St., Peru. The guest speaker will be Mary Orlandi, whose topic will be “Ketogenic Diet.” For more information, call Erika at 815-343-4699.

Work has begun on Harvest Home celebration HENNEPIN — Preparations are underway at the Hennepin United Methodist Church for the 103rd annual Harvest Home celebration, which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 19, in Hennepin. Activities that day will include a bake sale and candy sale sponsored by the Methodist women; a lunch stand operated by the Methodist women to be held in the church’s educational wing at the north entrance on Fifth Street; children’s face painting; decorating pumpkins; a kettle corn booth;

and a parade. Those interested in having an entry in the parade, should contact Matt Dean at 815303-3536. People interested in setting up a stall during the celebration or those who have any other questions should contact Sandy Hrasch at 815-303-6324. Deadline for entries is Sept. 16. There will be no fee charged for a farmer’s market or craft booth again this year. The highlight of the day’s activities will be serving our tradition-

al chicken dinner, complete with fried chicken, mashed potatoes and chicken gravy, green beans, coleslaw, bread and butter, beverage and homemade pie in the church social room. This will be served buffet style in continuous serving style. Prices are $9 for an adult and $4 for children under 12. Carryouts are available at the same price in the church educational wing at the north entrance. Advance tickets are available by contacting a church member or by contacting Sandy Hrasch.

Local veterans invited to participate in project Agency invites veterans to share their wartime stories ROCHELLE — Unity Hospice of Western Illinois is inviting veterans in the area to share their stories of wartime for inclusion in the Library of Congress through a nationally-recognized program called the

Veterans History Project. One of the world’s most respected research and cultural institutions, the Library of Congress will preserve these stories for future generations to help them better understand American history and the realities of war. Interested veterans are invited to Unity Hospice’s office building, located in Rochelle at 1201 S. Seventh St., to share their personal military narrative in the form of unedit-

ed video recorded interviews. Read more about the Veterans History Project on their website at http:// www.loc.gov/vets/. Interviews will take place Sept. 28 to Oct. 2. For more information about the Veterans History Project or to schedule a time to share your story, contact Unity Hospice Director of Program Development Brenda McGarvey at 618-954-6114 or volunteers@unityhospice.com.

Quilters guild will kick off the new year HENRY — The Marshall-Putnam Quilter’s Guild will have its first meeting of the 2015-16 year on Wednesday, Sept. 9. The group will meet at 1 p.m. at the Henry United Presbyterian Church, 511 Wirt St. in Henry. There will be a program and workshop review at this meeting. The challenge project will be presented, along with an explanation of

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the quilters’ market and the pay it forward name tag drawing. A brief business meeting will be followed by a short program titled “What to do with orphan blocks” by Karen Bailey. As always, new members and guests are welcome. Membership is $15 and meetings are the second Wednesday of the month, September through May, with all-day

workshops only (no meetings) in January and February. At every meeting there is a show-and-tell of members’ quilts. Workshops are at 9 a.m., quilters’ markets are at noon and meetings begin at 1 p.m. Guests are welcome for a $3 fee. A few of the programs are large apple core, modern quilting, large tote, raw edge applique, and of course, two potlucks this year.

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Carrs celebrate 40th wedding anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Gregg Carr of rural Hennepin celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with a surprise celebration on Aug. 15, hosted by their children. Gregg Carr and the former Linda Dodson were married Sept. 6, 1975, in Sacre Coeur Church in Creve Coeur. The couple have two children, Jason Carr of Peoria and Heather Carr of Mapleton.

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HENNEPIN — Jon Sabotta, 16, of Hennepin completed his first marathon, the Paavo Nurmi Marathon in Hurley, Wis., on Aug. 8. He ran the hilly 26.2-mile race in 3:55:06, besting his pre-race goal of four hours. Sabotta is a member of the Putnam County Panthers cross country team. Also completing this year’s Paavo Nurmi Marathon was Sabotta’s grandfather, Bob Rehn, 73, of McNabb. This was Rehn’s 30th marathon and his 18th Paavo finish.

Breakfast Sept. 7 — No school, Labor Day. Sept. 8 — Whole grain toaster pastry or cereal, string cheese, fruit, juice, milk. Sept. 9 — Breakfast sandwich or cereal, fruit, juice, milk. Sept. 10 — Pigs in a blanket or cereal, yogurt cup, fruit, juice, milk. Sept. 11 — Whole grain pancakes with syrup or cereal, fruit, juice, milk. Lunch Sept. 7 — No school, Labor Day. Sept. 8 — Chicken quesadilla, green beans, pineapple, chips with salsa, milk. Sept. 9 — Barbecue on whole grain bun, pickles, corn, applesauce, frozen yogurt, milk. Sept. 10 — Junior high/high school — salad bar; elementary/primary — taco in a bag with lettuce, tomato, cheese, salsa and sour cream, muffin, apple, milk. Sept. 11 — Chicken gravy over biscuit, peas, strawberries, milk.

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‘Making Fresh Salsa’ class in Sheffield SHEFFIELD — Susan Glassman, nutrition and wellness educator fro the University of Illinois Extension, will host a free class in cooperation with the Bureau and Putnam County Health Department on “Making Fresh Salsa.” The class will be presented at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, at the Cornerstone Community Wellness Center, 302 N. Mason St. (on Route 6/34)

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in Sheffield. Several different types of salsa without canning will be prepared. The class will include current research in nutrition education as well as preparing healthy recipes. Along with the class, all participants will receive a “Salsa Recipe Book” and University of Illinois Extension resource information to take home. For more information, call 815-224-0889.

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MCNABB — Edgewood Ladies League played on Aug. 25. The play of the day was even hole total. A flight: Cyndi Palm. B flight: Roberta Henson. C flight: Marge VanNess and Kathy Kline. Low gross; Cyndi Palm. Low net: Cyndi Palm and Barb Brennan. Low putts: Cyndi Palm.

Men’s, women’s champs crowned at Edgewood Park Golf Club MCNABB — Edgewood Park Golf Club recently held men’s and women’s championships. In the men’s championship flight, Steve Gabrielse edged Ryan Harvey by one stroke, 146-147. In the men’s A flight, Chris Cyr edged Dan Herrmann by one stroke, 166-167. In the men’s senior flight, Gene Randolph won by 17 strokes over Mike Pulchalski, 147-164. In the men’s super senior flight, Ray Sebastian won by three strokes over John Kulpa, 175-178. In the ladies’ championship flight, Barb McCumber beat Ann Lasson, 87-91. In the ladies’ senior flight, Jane Noard beat Jan Booker, 101-104. In the ladies’ super senior flight, Kay Marcinic beat Marge VanNess, 121-135.

Putnam County Community Center Sept. 7 — PCCC closed for Labor Day. Sept. 8 — Chicken strips, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, gelatin with fruit, bread and butter, dessert. Sept. 9 — Meat lasagna, salad with toppings and dressing, fruit cocktail, garlic bread. Sept. 10 — Roast pork, mashed potatoes and gravy, buttered corn, banana, bread and butter, dessert. Sept. 11 — Hamburger on bun, American fries, peas with mushrooms, peaches. Bread, butter, fruit juice and 2 percent milk are available with meals. For reservations, call 800-7574579 24 hours in advance of the day’s meal. The menu is subject to change. Meals are available to senior citizens 60 plus at no cost, but donations are appreciated. The meal program is partly funded by donations, so they have a suggested donation of $5 per meal. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.

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Fall fish, tree and plant sales are here HENRY — The Marshall-Putnam Soil and Water Conservation District in Henry has announced its fall fish, tree and plant sale. Plants will be available starting Monday, Oct. 26, during business hours and

on at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, MP-SWCD will have its annual fall delivery. All order forms are available in the office and online at www.marshallputnam.com. Call the office to have a form emailed, mailed or faxed.

For fish, the deadline for grass carp is Oct. 9. All other orders for fish are due in on Oct. 16. For trees and plants, the deadline to get orders in is Oct. 16. For more information, call 309-364-3913, ext. 3.

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Financial Plus Credit Union makes donation Financial Plus Credit Union recently made a $2,500 donation to the Illinois Valley Community College Scholarship Endowment Campaign. Marketing assistant Sarah Haage (left), vice president/chief operating officer Diane Bangert and president Tim O’Donnell present the check to IVCC president Jerry Corcoran. “The leadership of Financial Plus continues to impress those of us associated with the college because they are so committed to the community and post secondary education. We are pleased and proud to have them on board for a number of reasons, most of all because they lead by example,” said Corcoran. FPCU donated $7,000 to IVCC’s earlier campaign for enhancements within the Peter Miller Community Technology Center.

Mautino’s legislation to help employers cut red tape, create jobs SPRINGFIELD — Energy producers, manufacturers, agricultural businesses and many other employers will be better able to expand and create jobs under a new law supported by state Rep. Frank Mautino, D-Spring Valley. The law helps cut red tape and expedite a long and costly permitting process currently faced by many Illinois businesses. “Employers choosing to locate or expand in Illinois can face an unnecessary delay when they are required to apply for permits from the federal government that could instead be provided quickly and efficiently by the state,” Mautino said. Under previous law, employers seeking to build or expand refineries, power plants, ethanol processing facilities or other industrial plants in Illinois were required to apply to the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in order to receive required

clean air permits, a lengthy process that could take years and hamper business growth. Although the EPA allows states to establish their own permitting process, Illinois was one of only nine states without a state-based permit process in place. Working to bring together a coalition of business and agricultural groups including the Illinois Farm Bureau, the Illinois Chamber of Commerce and the National Federation of Independent Business, and environmental advocates including the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and the Illinois Environmental Regulatory Group, Mautino and state Sen. Sue Rezin worked to pass Senate Bill 1672. The bipartisan measure creates a state-based permitting process similar to the processes currently in place in 41 other states. Mautino’s new law allows businesses to receive clean air permits

from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, and requires expedited consideration of these permits. The measure provides businesses looking to locate or expand in Illinois with certainty by requiring permit applications be accepted or rejected within a year. Senate Bill 1672 received bipartisan support in the House and Senate, and was signed into law Aug. 25. “The broad support for this bill shows businesses looking to locate in Illinois that all sides care about the needs of employers and are willing to sit down and make the compromises necessary to make our state more competitive,” Mautino said. “This legislation will help Illinois attract new investment and help businesses create jobs.” Mautino represents the 76th District, which includes all or portions of Bureau, LaSalle, Livingston and Putnam counties.

Nowatka receives bachelor’s degree SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — Melony Nowatka of Peru received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University (WGU) in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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Stanmar Scholarship winner announced SPRING VALLEY — The winning applicant for this year’s $1,000 Dr. Margaret Stanmar Scholarship was recently selected by St. Margaret’s Foundation Scholarship Committee. The winner, Rachel Bezely of Ladd, will attend St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, with the ultimate goal of becoming a physician’s assistant. Bezely is a 2014 graduate of Hall High School in Spring Valley and attended Illinois Valley Community College in Oglesby. A valedictorian and Illinois State Scholar at Hall, she was an active member of the yearbook staff, honorary activities club, student council, volleyball and Devilettes dance team. During her senior year, she also held several leadership positions such as National Honor Society president, honorary activities club president, senior class president and French Club Secretary. Outside of school, she has been involved with numerous community service organizations, such as Special Olympics, St. Jude, Teens Encounter Christ, Hall Township Food Pantry, Relay for Life and Hall Boosters Association, just to name a few. At IVCC, she was involved in chemistry and biology club, student government, Phi Theta Kappa Honor

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SPRING VALLEY — “Cardiac Chat,” a meeting for anyone with heart-related issues or those who live with someone with heart problems, will meet from 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, in the first floor presentation room at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley. This meeting is free to the public. The goal of Cardiac Chat is for individuals to learn the skills that help manage their condition and improve their quality of life. Family members are encouraged to also attend and bring questions. Staff members from various departments in the hospital will be on hand monthly to answer various questions. For more information, call 815-664-1118.

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I. A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy increase for the Marshall-Putnam Soil & Water Conservation District for 2015 will be held on September 10, 2015 at 8:30am, at the USDA field office located at 1511 University Ct.; Henry. Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing district may contact Stacy Hill, Administrative Coordinator, 1511 University Court; Henry - 309-364-3913 X3.

II. II. The Corporate and special purpose property taxes extended or abated for 2014 were $9847.35. The proposed corporate and special purpose property taxes to be levied for 2015 are $71,643.35. This represents a 627.54% increase over the previous year. III. The property taxes extended for debt service and public building commission leases for 2014 were $0.00. The estimated property taxes to be levied for debt service and public building commission leases for 2015 are $0.00. This represents a 0% increase over the previous year. IV. IV. The total property taxes extended or abated for 2014 were $9847.35. The estimated total property taxes to be levied for 2015 are $71643.35. This represents a 627.54% over the previous year. Published in the Putnam County Record Sept. 2, 2015.

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Illinois Valley Midday Connection will meet Sept. 15 in LaSalle Reservations, cancellations needed by Sept. 8 LASALLE — The Illinois Valley Midday Connection, a non-denominational Christian Women’s Group, invites all women from the Illinois Valley area to come to its monthly luncheon and program at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Uptown Bar and Grill in LaSalle. The usual meeting place at Deer Park Country Club was unavailable for the September meeting so the change is just for one time. The September luncheon and style show is a nice way to get together with Christian women and celebrate life. There are no mem-

bership fees or special requirements to attend. Uptown is all handicapped accessible and everyone who would like to meet new people and enjoy a good program is welcome. The cost for the lunch and program is $17 inclusive, paid at the door. The theme for the September luncheon is “A Fashion Show.” The speaker will be Peggy Bienefeid from St. Louis, Mo. She is the consulting coordinator for Stonecroft Bible Studies and her topic, “Life Along the River’s Edge,” is humorous and inspiring. The special feature this month will be a fashion show by Queen’s Closet, 1021 First St. in LaSalle, with the theme “Armani Clothing on a Gap Budget.” It is essential that most

reservations and or cancellations are made by Tuesday, Sept. 8. Free child care is available if a reservation is made by the deadline. After Sept. 8 call Vickie at 815-2234687 or Anita at 815-2232852 anyway to let them know you want to come and they will advise you. Email reservations can be sent to scolari12@ comcast.net. Any special prayer requests are also accepted with reservations. This event is sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries of Overland Park, Mo., www. stonecroftministries.org. The group will have an Illinois Valley Prayer Connection at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, at Liberty Restaurant in Peru. All women are invited to come for prayer and fellowship.

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999 • Legal Notices NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING Notice is hereby given that a special town meeting of Senachwine Township, Putnam County, Illinois, will be held in the town hall on High Street in Putnam at 7:00 p.m. on September 10, 2015 for the purpose of voting on the following proposition: “Shall the present maximum rate of 0.33% of the value, as equalized or assessed by the Department of Revenue on the taxable property of Senachwine Township for road purposes be increased to a maximum rate of 0.66% on such taxable property.” A request for the meeting has been made in writing by qualified voters of the town, being not less than 10% of the registered voters. Rhonda Downey Township Clerk Published in the Putnam County Record Aug. 26 and Sept. 2, 2015.

999 • Legal Notices NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS The Village of Hennepin will receive bids for construction of a storm sewer on Locust and 6th Streets, Hennepin until 10:00 a.m. September 14, 2015 at the office of Hennepin Village Clerk. This project includes the installation of a 36 inch diameter storm sewer together with manholes, inlets and other necessary appurtenances. Contract documents, including Plans and Specifications, are on file at the office of Illinois Valley Surveying and Consultants Inc., 401 Court Street, P.O. Box 302, Hennepin, Illinois 61327. Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained from Illinois Valley Surveying and Consultants, 401 Court Street, P.O. Box 302, Hennepin, Illinois 61327 for a non-refundable fee of $25.00. A Certified Check or Bank Draft, payable to the

Gardening program offers fall series HENRY — The fall series of University of Illinois Extension’s Four Seasons Gardening program, which focuses on environmental stewardship and backyard food production, gets underway next month. The first session of the series is titled “Practical Weed Control.” The program is offered twice — at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, and again at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, with a minimum of five registered participants. Both sessions will be presented via computer at the University of Illinois Extension Office in Henry. This session is also available for home participation by pre-register-

ing at http://web.extension.illinois.edu/ hmrs/4seasons/. Gardening practices can affect weed populations, and some weed controls work better than others. Join Michelle Wiesbrook, weed science specialist, as she discusses various types of weed control methods. Other topics in the fall series include “Vegetative Propagation,” set for Oct. 6 and 8, and “Abiotic Plant Problems on Landscape Plants,” set for Oct. 20 and 22. The cost per session is $5. Advance registration is needed. For more information, call 309-364-2356.

Lady Landowners Tour planned HENRY — The Marshall-Putnam River Conservancy District and the Marshall-Putnam Soil & Water Conservation District have announced the annual Lady Landowners Tour on Friday, Sept. 11. The tour will meet at the First Presbyterian Church in Henry, then head off to Elburn to the Heritage Prairie Farm to learn about pollinators, organic farming and farming in an urban setting. Lunch is included at the farm. Following lunch, the tour will head over to Geneva for the

“Festival of the Vine” and Third Street shopping. The price for the tour is $35 per person. It is suggested participants wear good shoes for walking or something comfortable, as the tour at the farm is an all-walking tour. Registration forms are available online at www.marshallputnam.com or at the office at 1511 University Court, Henry. The deadline for sign-up is Friday, Sept. 4. Seating is limited. For more information, call Stacy at 309-364-3913, extension 3.

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order of the Village of Hennepin, or a satisfactory Bid Bond executed by the Bidder and an acceptable surety in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total Bid shall be submitted with each Bid. Attention is called to the act that not less than the minimum salaries and wages as set forth in the Contract Documents must be paid on this project, and that the Contractor must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, sex or national origin. The Village of Hennepin is an equal opportunity employer. The Village of Hennepin reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or to waive any informalities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids for 30 days. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a performance and payment bond in 100% of the amount of the contract. The form of bond will be satisfactory to the Owner. BY ORDER OF: Village of Hennepin Published in the Putnam County Record Aug. 26 and Sept. 2, 2015.

ance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-14-20464. I666809 Published in the Putnam County Record Aug. 19, 26 and Sept. 2, 2015.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN RE: } The Estate of Billie } A. Jessen, } Deceased } Case # 15 P 11 NOTICE OF CLAIM DATE Notice is given of the death of Billie A. Jessen on July 27, 2015, and that Letters of Office as Co-Executors were issued on August 20, 2015 to Craig Jessen, Sr., whose address is 9344 Hennepin-Florid Rd., Hennepin, IL 61327, Debra L. Holmes whose address is PO Box 241, Standard, IL 61363, and Cheryl Keegan whose address is 1828 Shooting Park Rd., Peru, IL 61354, said Co-Executors being represented by Scott A. Shore, Attorney At Law, PO Box 230, Hennepin, IL 61327. Claims may be filed six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this Notice of Claim Date or three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery, whichever is later, and any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Putnam County Courthouse, Hennepin, IL 61327, or with any Representative, or both. Within ten (10) days after a claimant files its claim with the Court, the claimant must mail or deliver a copy of the claim to the Representatives AND to their attorney of record AND file with the Court proof of mailing or delivery of said copies. Dated this 26th Day of August, 2015. Scott A. Shore, Attorney for Co-Executors Estate of Billie A. Jessen, Deceased Scott A. Shore, Attorney At Law 227 E. Court St. – P.O. Box 230 Hennepin, IL 61327 Tel. 815-925-7117 Published in the Putnam County Record Sept. 2, 9 and 16, 2015.

23, 2014, and that Letters of Administration were issued on January 8, 2015 to Joseph Pec Sr., 15 Acapulco Drive, Putnam, Illinois 61560, whose attorney of record is Andrew J. Almasi of Ghantous Law Offices, 3100 N. Dries Lane, Suite 201, Peoria, Illinois 61604. Claims may be filed 6 months from the date of the first publication of this Notice of Claim Day, being February 22, 2016, and any claim not filed on or before that date is barred as to the estate which is inventoried within that period. Claims against the

estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Putnam County Courthouse, 120 North 4th Street, Hennepin, Illinois 61327, or both. Within 10 days after a claimant files its claim with the Court, the claimant must mail or deliver a copy of the claim to the representative AND its attorney of record AND file with the Court proof of mailing or delivery of said copies. Dated this 12th day of August, 2015 /s/Andrew J. Almasi Ghantous Law Offices, Ltd 3100 N. Dries Lane,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ILLINOIS PUTNAM COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF ) THE ESTATE OF ) MARY K. PEC, ) Deceased, ) Case No. 14 P 18 NOTICE OF CLAIM DAY Notice is given to creditors of the death of Mary K. Pec, on August

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PUTNAM COUNTY, HENNEPIN, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, NA ) PLAINTIFF ) Vs. ) Dennis K. Salke; et. al. ) DEFENDANTS ) 14 CH 00013 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 6/18/2015, the Sheriff of Putnam County, Illinois will on 10/1/15 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at Putnam County Courthouse 120 North 4th Street Hennepin, IL 61327, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Putnam and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 02-00-097-280/02-00-097-290 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 114 S. 3rd Street, Standard, IL 61363 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-14-20464. I666809 Published in the Putnam County Record Aug. 19, 26 and Sept. 2, 2015.

Auction to be held at the Tumbleson Auction Center, 1635 North Main Street, Princeton, IL, Located 100 miles West of Chicago, Il just off INT 80, Exit 56, South on Rt. 26. (Behind the Sherwood Antique Mall) on:

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 & MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2015

TIME: 10:00 A.M. (Preview: 8:00 A.M.) Each Day ** PREVIEW OF BOTH DAYS: SATURDAY, SEPT. 5, 2015 Time: 4:00-6:00 P.M.** View Listing & Photos on website: www.tumblesonauction.com

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 AUTOMOBILES: Classic Collector Cars to include: 1990 Lincoln Mark VII LSC Coupe w/ 18, 400 Original Miles AND 1984 Buick Electra 4-Door w/ 23,000 Original Miles, Nice 2007 Ford Fusion 4 Door Car w/ Approx. 90,000 Miles APPROX. 150 FIREARMS, AMMO & GUN RELATED: Over 150 Firearms-Long Guns-Winchester, Remington, Stevens, JC Higgins, Savage, Mossberg, Marlin, Weatherby & Various Military Rifles & Hand Guns-Luger, S&W, Ruger, Glock, Lorcin, Hi Point, Sig Sauer, Colt, Taurus, Springfield, Ammo & Gun Related Items, COLLECTION OF COINS: Silver Dollars, Ike Dollars, Kennedy Halves, Silver Mercury Dimes, Buffalo Nickels, Silver Quarters, Walking Liberty & Various Liberty Coins, Wheat Pennies, Several Sets of 50 States Comm. Quarters, Foreign Coins, Paper Money-Silver Certificates, Two Dollar Bills, Older Paper Money & Various Coin Sets FRAMED ADV. PRINTS, LIGHTED BEER SIGNS & BREWERANIA ITEMS: Framed Adv. Prints Including Remington, Winchester, Marlin, Peters Cartridge, Weber Lures; Lighted Budweiser & Miller Signs, Schlitz Clock & Beer Trays, Falstaff Tins & Sign & More, Framed Bock Beer Adv. Including Hamms, Bills, & Hellmann; RARE Edelweiss Beer Character Hand Held Fans IRON BEAR TRAP, KNIVES, INSTRUMENTS, ADV. & TRINKETS: Lg. Iron Bear Trap; Knives Including Folding, Hunting, Milano, Decorative; Sword, Bayonet; Machete; Guitar, Clarinets & Other Instruments; Adv. Trinkets, Lighters, Belt Buckles, Political Pins, Beer & Bottle Openers; Banks; LG. TRAIN COLLECTION, NASCAR & TOYS: Mostly HO Scale Trains Including Many NIB Locomotives, Cars & Complete Train Sets; Hallmark Lionel Train Set; Lg. LGB Train Set; Bachmann G Scale Locomotives & Cars; Train Books; Many NIB Train Building Sets Most by Cornerstone Series HO Scale; Nascar: 2 Speedway Sets-NIB, Iroc Cars; Suede Nascar Men’s XL Coat Dale Earnhardt Jr:. 1/32 Model Racing Cars; Fly Car Models; Absentee, Phone Bidding & Proxibid Available and 10% Buyer Premium for this Auction Day ONLY

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 PRIMITIVE & ANTIQUE FURNITURE: Several Sm. & Lg. Primitive Cabinets, Benches, Chairs & Sm. Tables; Antique: Stacking Bookcases, Glass Doored Cabinets, China Cabinets, Marble Top & Victorian Tables, Dressers, Commodes, Chairs, Several Wool Area Rugs, Knabe Spinet Piano, Vintage Sofa & Chair OLD JUKEBOX & OLD ANTIQUE REFRIGERATOR LIFETIME COLLECTION OF OVER 150 GOAT RELATED ITEMS: Figurines Including Lladro, Royal Copenhagen, Germany, B&G, Meissen, A. Borsato, Royal Bayreuth, Italy, Anri; Celluloid, Jade, Soapstone, Iron, Wood Carved, Glass, Baccarat Paperweight; Bells; Lg. Carved Carousel Goat on Stand; Majolica; Steins; Many Postcards; Goat Sulfide Marble; Framed Goat Pictures and Prints MANY LAMPS, CLOCKS & ARTWORK; Double Globe, Fenton, Banquet, Kerosene Lamps; Several Old Keywind Clocks; Many Framed Paintings and Prints LADIES ITEMS: Over 35 Mostly Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry-Mostly Rings, Costume Jewelry, Quilts, Linens, Embroidered Dish Towels, Hankies, Hats, Purses & More!!! STERLING & FINE QUALITY GLASSWARE: Several Sets of Sterling Silver & Flatware Pieces; Waterford, Swarovski, Lalique, Cranberry, Cobalt Blue, Baccarat, Goebel, Fenton, Flo Blue, Various Sets of China, Roseville, Hull, Jewel Tea; Goebel Hummels and Plates; Many Nice Pieces of Glassware ADVERTISING & PRIMITIVE ITEMS: Cherry Mine Glass Paperweight, Framed Sheet Music and Medal; Sleepyeye, Milk Bottles, Adv. Circus Poster, Framed Illinois Map Adv. Duke Bros. Hardware Harness Henry, IL & Old Framed Map of Marshall & Putnam Co; Sm. Watch Maker Cabinets & Parts; Table Top Showcases; RR Lanterns; Strings of Sleigh Bells; Old Mailboxes; Several Antique Wicker Baby Buggies; Wall Hanging Antique Phone; Iron Owl Mechanical Bank; Display Box with Miniature Tools; Copper Pieces

VERNON LUTHER ESTATE, Neponset, IL Attorney: DREW RUSSELL, Administrator/Tom Ruane,

SELLERS:

New Lenox & Others

TUMBLESON AUCTION COMPANY, PRINCETON, IL E-mail: ttauction@yahoo.com or Phone 815-872-1852 Auctioneers: TOM & MARY TUMBLESON & TIFFANY FOES

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Hitting all the right notes

University of Illinois Extension master gardeners Sharon Gallup, Mary May and Vicki Thomas are just a few of the Marshall-Putnam master gardeners who are always more than willing to volunteer their time to help keep their community looking beautiful. On Wednesday, Aug. 19, they showed up at the Extension office to beautify the outside prairie garden. •••

Members of the Second Wind barbershop quartet performed a harmonious set for a welcoming audience at the Putnam County Community Center in Standard recently. See the center’s events calendar for upcoming programs.

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