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Unemployment continues its drop Putnam County drops to 6.6 percent By Ken Schroeder

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It’s going to be a much merrier Christmas this year for many Illinois residents than it was last year. October unemployment

rates fell for the seventh consecutive month and are at six- or seven-year lows in most sections of the state, according to preliminary data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security. “October’s data reflect a strengthening of local economies. In each area, more people describe themselves as working and employers in most metros

report larger payrolls than one year ago,” IDES Director Jay Rowell said. “IllinoisJobLink.com remains an important tool to find employment, especially for those who typically did not need a resume.” The October unemployment rate clocked in at 6.6 percent for this October, well below the October 2013 rate of 9.1 percent. However, monthto-month improvement has slowed, with barely

one-tenth of a percentage point change since September; and with some areas losing jobs due to work slowdowns, it is possible the increase can be attributed to the holiday season and the hiring of seasonal help in retail outlets. The good news continues for Putnam County. The latest figures show a massive drop in the unemployment rate to 6.6 percent from 9.3; the first

time since early 2010 the county has been close to the state average. Locally, as always, the situation is still not as rosy. While unemployment has continued its downward trek, the rest of the Illinois Valley area still lags behind the rest of the state with only metropolitan Peoria logging a higher rate. LaSalle County unemployment figures weigh in at 7.9 percent with Bureau County fol-

lowing at 7.6 following last October’s 11.1 and 8.8 percent respectively. Peoria’s jobless rate is 8.1 percent. National unemployment remains lower than Illinois. U.S. unemployment stands at 5.8 percent. Traditionally, Illinois records higher unemployment figures, with the jobless rate being lower than the national average only six times since recording began.

Putnam County Schools vs. the state of Illinois By Ken Schroeder

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Editor’s note: This is the second story in a twopart series regarding the Putnam County Schools’ state report card. GRANVILLE — The Putnam County School District Illinois Report Card fell slightly below the state’s average as far as scores in reading and mathematics. However, looking at other sections of the district’s report paints a clearer picture as to how the school is functioning and why. School spending may play an important role in the school’s achievements. The per student instructional spending at PCHS has decreased steadily over the last four years, while state

averages have climbed. PCHS spends $5,806 per student; the state average is $7,094 per student. Operational expenses per student are also lower with the district spending an average of $9,872 per student compared to the state’s $12,045. The website also provides information on the educators at Putnam County High School, and the disparity continues. The total percentage of Putnam County teachers with a bachelor’s degree was 58.2, while 41.8 percent have earned their master’s degrees. In comparison, the numbers are completely reversed for the state with an average of 41.1 percent of teachers

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Ringing in the season Debbie Doyle (left), Nancy O’Connor, Nita O’Neil, Linda Litherland and Dana Lewis practice as part of the United Methodist Church’s Hand Bell Choir. The Hand Bell Choir annual Christmas music performance will be at 4 p.m. Dec. 14. The United Methodist Church’s vocal choir will also be performing. Director of the Hand Bell Choir is Kirsten Augspols, and the director of the vocal choir is Cathy Phillips. There will be a potluck dinner provided by church members immediately after the concert. The public is invited to attend.

Passing the Special Olympics torch DePaepe steps down as director By Ken Schroeder

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PERU — Since the beginning of the Special Olympics in LaSalle, Putnam, Bureau, Marshall, Henry, Stark and Grundy counties, the name Cheryl DePaepe has been nearly synonymous with the organization. That era is coming to an end. Vol. 147 No. 15 One Section - 16 Pages

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DePaepe is stepping down as director of the local Special Olympics organization, a position she’s held since the idea started 43 years ago. In fact, she started the chapter. “I started teaching — after graduating from college — in Putnam County in 1971, actually in the Hennepin building,” DePaepe said. “I had a junior high cross-categorical special education program. We received a letter saying there was a Special

Olympics program in Illinois, and did we want to get involved? “I brought it to my administration; I brought it to my students and my parents. They were interested, and we went to our first Special Olympics games in Chicago in 1973. We’ve been involved ever since then.” After participating in the Chicago games, DePaepe said it was decided it would be a good idea to host games locally, and the idea of a “Special Sports

Jamboree” was born. In 1977, the group was invited to the Special Olympics offices in Bloomington to see if there was interest in starting a Special Olympics chapter. From these small acorns do giant trees grow ... Stepping into the director’s position is Allison Nichols, but while DePaepe is stepping down, she makes it clear she’s not leaving just yet. “I’m cutting back to part time and taking on a little bit of a different role,” she

said. “Allison is replacing me as the area director. She and I have been working together to transition, and I will be available to continue with that as long as she needs. I’ll take on more of a consultant/ mentorship role with the state Special Olympics office.” DePaepe retired from teaching 10 years ago and became a full-time director then. Now, she’s helping Nichols get accustomed to her new role and has a lot of faith in things

continuing as they have. “I was working over at JFK as a teacher’s aide in the special education room. I left that position for this one,” Nichols said. “My degree is actually a corporate organizational communications degree, so between my degree — and I also worked at Lou’s LaGrotto helping set up the Concerts for a Cause — and my work at the school, I think this is a culmination of all I’ve

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Slutz takes over as PC Community Center director By Ken Schroeder

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STANDARD — As autumn must eventually turn to winter, so, too, does Autumn leave. Autumn Keegan left the post of director of the Putnam County Community Center effective Dec. 1, passing the reins off to her successor, Michelle Slutz. “I’m going to be moving back to Kentucky where I’m originally from,” Keegan said. “My parents moved back down there; they were living in Dunlap. My sister was living in East Peoria, and she moved back there. I’m just following their lead.” Slutz is a LaMoille native who recently graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in public relations, and she feels up to the task. “I’m thrilled to be doing this,” Slutz said. “I wanted to work for a non-profit when I was going to school; although I know there’s not a lot of money in those. I saw the center needed a new director, and I thought it would be the perfect thing. It’s just a good starting place for me, and I feel good about my decision.” Keegan oversaw the change of the name of the center from Putnam County Achievement Services and leaves the community center after nine years of work, starting out at the bottom and working her way to the top of the totem pole. “I started out as the intern when I was going to ISU; then I became the bookkeeper. I was the janitor for a short period of time between there; then two years ago I became

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Michelle Slutz (left) and Autumn Keegan sort out Christmas decorations for the Putnam County Community Center. Slutz is the new community center director. Keegan will be moving back to Kentucky to be with her family. the director,” Keegan said. One of Slutz’s main objectives will be to continue expanding the center’s presence in the community. “That’s something we’ve encouraged Michelle to work on — to get us more into the community and do more marketing for us,” Keegan said. “That’s really why she came along was to push our agency a little bit further. I think the community can look forward to a lot more intergenerational programs and activities.” “I just want to make it a goal to be more present in the community and get out there a little more. I am really hoping to form a strong partnership with the high school, letting the students know how important it is to volunteer,” Slutz said. “I just want to be more present in the community and make sure more people know what we’re doing. Hopefully, that’ll snowball into being able to provide more activities for people.” Even though Keegan is

moving back to Paducah, Ky., she told Slutz she’s a phone call away. “This community is going to be easy to miss. Everyone’s been so nice and supportive,” Keegan said. “I’ll be more than happy to come back to help.”

Schools From Page 1 with a bachelor’s degree, and 58.2 percent with a master’s degree. The report card also lists the average teachers’ salaries. Teachers across the state earn on average $62,444 a year. Comparatively, PC teacher salaries average $42,433. The disparity remains with administrator pay. Statewide, administration officials receive an average salary of $101,493 while the average PCHS administrator is paid $82,643. The Putnam County School District also runs off of its own finances with less help from state and federal sources than the average Illinois school. Statewide, schools receive an average of 26.1 percent of their budget through state funding and 7.9 percent from federal sources. The PC figures show state funding at 17 percent and a federal funding of 4.6 percent. If the much-debated Sen-

ate Bill 16 is approved, PC Schools’ state funding will be cut by approximately two-thirds of its current level. The report card said PCHS’ average class size is 15 students per class versus 21 for the state average. PCHS had a slightly lower percentage of student attendance than the state. The PCHS student attendance was at 94 percent. The state’s student attendance rate was 95 percent. The Illinois Report Card website provides the 2013-14 report cards for all public schools throughout Illinois. Schools can be found on the website by name, name of the district or by address. The online report card has a new format. It offers a quick glimpse of information categorized by subject material. The Illinois Report Card website encourages people to stay informed and become engaged, so they may be partners in their children’s educations.

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Granville passes tax levy By Ken Schroeder

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GRANVILLE — The Granville Village Board passed its tax levy for the fiscal year, which includes a 4.9 percent hike. The levy was based on last year’s equalized assessed valuation (EAV) because the current figures were not available. The figure approved, pending possible change in EAV, is $107,406. In other action, the board: • Approved an enterprise zone ordinance

that extends the zone from Granville to the Illinois River. Due to recent changes in enterprise zone statutes, it is no longer legal for zone boundaries to be defined by rivers or streams. Previously, the enterprise zone ended at the Illinois River. • Heard a report from village engineer Mike Richetta on bids for the ion exchange vessel improvements. The ion exchange vessel and its resins remove hazardous materials from the village’s waste water. Advertising for the bids will begin on Dec. 16 with a pre-bid meeting

on Dec. 30 at the village hall. Bids will be opened at 10 a.m. Jan. 5 and will be accepted at the board meeting on Jan. 6. • Discussed placing Big League baseball champion signs at the city limits. Putnam County High School students Xavier Warren and Daniel Pavlovich were members of the team. The village will proceed if the names of the players are placed on the signs. • Passed a proclamation denoting December as National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month.

Road improvements in Mark By Dixie Schroeder

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MARK — Road improvements and economic development were discussed at the Mark Village Board meeting Dec. 3. Under new business, the village reviewed and updated its enterprise zone ordinance, according to village President Frank Niewinski. Discussion was also held on the St. Paul Street road project. After review

of the street, there were several areas determined to be possible trip hazards. The village has authorized these spots to have dirt put over them to avoid this problem. In the old business part of the meeting, the Regional Economic Development Group (REDG), which had presented at an earlier meeting in November, was discussed. While support is strong in principal for the group, there are questions the trustees still have for REDG.

Several Mark residents have taken petitions out for the open board of trustee positions in the next election. There are currently three, four-year terms and one, two-year term unexpired that will be open for those interested in running for the positions. Petitions for all four seats will be accepted at 6 p.m. Dec. 15 at the village clerk’s office in the Mark Community Building. The next meeting of the board will be at 7 p.m. Dec. 16.

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Outgoing Special Olympics Director Cheryl DePaepe (left) and new Director Allison Nichols discuss the future of Special Olympics in the Illinois Valley. DePaepe is stepping down to spend more time with family. She will continue to work part-time for the chapter she helped create 43 years ago.

DePaepe From Page 1 learned in my professional life. When I started working in the school, the teacher that I worked with in the classroom was the

coach for the team. “I loved the kids, and it was very rewarding; so with my experiences when I saw there was an opening, I signed up,” Nichols said. “I thought it would be a good fit.” DePaepe is looking for-

ward to spending some downtime and seeing grandchildren that she doesn’t see often enough. “I feel very confident turning the organization over to Allison, it’s going to grow and work out very well,” DePaepe said.

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Marshall-Putnam County USDA service centers to hold meetings on new farm bill ant to attend one or more of these meetings as everything will be covered in depth at these sessions. Important dates to remember are Feb. 27, when owners must decide if they would like a base acre reallocation and yield update, and March 31, the deadline when owners and producers with a risk in the crop must elect between the programs available. Presenters will try to answer all questions and assist any way possible. Call the Marshall-Putnam office at 309-364-3913, ext. 2 for more information.

HENRY — Producers and landowners will be facing many decisions and program choices in the coming months. The Marshall-Putnam County U.S. Department of Agriculture offices are encouraging you to attend a meeting, so you can make an informed decision for your farming operation. Meetings are scheduled at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at the State Bank of Speer, 9 a.m. Jan. 14 at the McNabb Firehouse in McNabb and 9 a.m. Jan. 15 at the State Bank of Toulon basement in Toulon. It is extremely import-

TKO Tire opens in Magnolia By Ken Schroeder

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MAGNOLIA — Residents in eastern Putnam County and southern LaSalle County won’t have to drive over the river for tire service anymore. Chad Timmons and Kevin Kruswicki opened TKO Tire and Service on Nov. 1 in Magnolia at 14049 Route 18, just east of Route 89, to take care of tire needs as well as car service. “We wanted a name that would stand out, and It has the initials of our last names,” Timmons said. “We just wanted something catchy.” TKO performs auto repair and diagnostics; the business carries auto, light truck, implement and spe-

cialty tires, including Firestone, Michelin, Bridgestone, General, Toy, Continental, Kumo, Carlisle, GT and BKT tires. “We wanted something centrally located. We’re outside of Henry, plus we’ve got Varna, Lostant, Wenona, and we’re at a busy intersection,” Timmons said. “Plus I’m from Wenona, and he’s from Cedar Point. It’s in the middle.” Timmons and Kruswicki have 20 years experience in tires and service, and they bring that knowledge to the table. TKO Tire and Service is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon. The phone number is 815-869-4249, and e-mail is tkotire@outlook.com.

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Kevin Kruswicki (left) and Chad Timmons check the tool drawer as they get to work at TKO Tire and Service in Magnolia. The business, located on Route 18 just off of Route 89, opened Nov. 1.

Illinois Chamber hires Hahn as director of communications SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Chamber of Commerce, based in Springfield, has hired Melissa Hahn, formerly of Hennepin, as its new director of communications. Hahn lived in Toluca in Marshall County the first five years of her life before moving to Hen-

nepin with her mother, where they lived until 1986. She attended Hennepin Attendance Center, Hennepin Junior High School and Putnam County High School and received an associate’s degree from Illinois Valley Community College in Oglesby. She worked

on the student newspaper, served as a member of the student senate, joined the American Chemical Society’s Club at IVCC and participated in theater. She also has a master’s degree in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois at

Springfield, and a bachelor’s degree in radio-television from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. Hahn was most recently the press secretary/public information officer at the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office. Prior to that, she was statehouse

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government agencies and as an adjunct professor in the Public Affairs Reporting Program at the University of Illinois at Springfield. She was recently voted in as vice president of programs at the Association for Women in Communications in Springfield.

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Obituaries

Property transfers The following property transfers were recently recorded at the office of the Putnam County Recorder of deeds: Nov. 3 — Elizabeth Jean Faletti (reserving life estate) to Kimberly Sheppard and Hollace Faletti. Lots 5 and 6, Block 5, C.H. Smith’s Addition Village of Granville, exempt. Chad Tonozzi and Kristin Tonozzi to Kimberly Sheppard, Lot 13, Block 6, Lincolnshire, Granville, $108,000. Nov. 4 — ­ Dale Corcoran to James Piano. Memo of sale, Lots 74 and 75, village of Standard with exceptions. Kathleen Hollowbeck to Jonathan Rossi, Lots 7 and 8, Block four, Joel Hopkin’s Addition, village of Granville. $10,000. Stacy Construction to Jonathan Rossi, Lot 6, Block 4, Joel Hopkins Addition, Village of Granville, $4,500. Nov. 5 — Daniel Newton to Michael Hayden, part southwest 1/4, Section 36, Township 31N, R2W, $140,000. Walter Kielar to Stanley Kielar, Lot 168, Indian Hills, exempt. Vision Properties Midwest, LLC to Vision Properties Midwest, LLC - Series Caboose. Lot 301, Lake Thunderbird Hills, exempt. Nov. 6 — Ellen Brittingham to Lourdes Class; cottage (trailer) in Walnut Grove, Section No. 28, Township 14, R10. Putnam County Sheriff to Bank of America, N.A.; Lot No. 11, Block No. 4, Lincolnshire Subdivision of Granville; exempt. Russell Hyde to Anthony R. Clementz, Christopher John Ott and James L. Nickelson II; Lot No. 70, Lake Thunderbird Hills, $2,000. Nov. 7 — John Perryman

(Parcel 1) and John R. Perryman and Debbie Perryman (Parcel 2) to Mark Serio and Debra Serio; Parcel 1 - Lot No. 724, Lake Thunderbird Hills 3; Parcel 2 - Lot No. 723, Lake Thunderbird Hills 3. Nov. 12 — Mary Vishnauski, Joseph A. Vishnauski and Lynn L. Fenza to Calvin C. Neubaum and Sandy Neubaum; Lots No. 5 and 6, Block No. 2, N.H. Colby’s First Addition, village of Granville, $20,000. Michael L. Butler and Marlene Butler to the Butler Family Trust; Lots No. 512 and 513, Lake Thunderbird Woods 3; exempt. Nov. 13 — William R. Sorenson Jr. to John Herr and Elisa Herr; Lots No. 10 and 11, Bryant’s Timber Ridge; $5,500. Alan Merkel to David Mennie and L. Annette Mennie; Lot No. 10, Garigletti’s First Addition, village of Mark; $20,000 Denise J. Vodicka, also known as Denise J. Shepherd, to Billy J. Poignant and Rachel S. Poignant; two parcels, rural property; $25,000. Gabriel M. Doyle and Angela M. Doyle to Gabriel M. Doyle and Angela M. Doyle; Lot No. 1 and part of lot No. 2, Block No. 16 and north half of east-west alley, village of Hennepin; exempt. Nov. 14 ­— Putnam County Clerk to Vista Securities Inc.; Lot No. 282, Lake Thunderbird Hills; exempt. Nov. 19 — ArcelorMittal Hennepin LLC, formerly known as ISG Hennepin Inc. to IPS Steel LLC; Parcel 1 - part of fractional Section 3, fractional Section 4, Section 9 and Section 10, Township No. 32N, R2W with exceptions; Parcel 2 part of Section 1 and Section 2, Township No. 32N, R2W; $13,425,000.

George Cimei MCNABB — George Cimei, 87, of McNabb died Friday, Dec. 5, 2014, at his residence with his loving family by his side. George was born Sept. 14, 1927, in Chicago to Alfred and Carmella (Vespa) Cimei. He married Betty King on July 1, 1950, in Macomb. Cimei He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II where he was a mine sweeper. He worked in packaging and shipping at Owens Glass.

Ruth Grasser NAPERVILLE — Ruth Dose Grasser, 92, died peacefully Sunday, Nov. 23, 2014, at Tabor Hills Healthcare Facility in Naperville. Ruth was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. She was a homemaker who lived most of her life in Illinois. Her life was centered around her family. We will miss her smiles, thoughtfulness and loving ways. She is survived by three children, Pat Marks of Palm City, Fla., Rita Grasser (John Nepywoda) of Naperville and Steve Grasser (Jill) of Monee; eight grandchildren; five

Della Maulfair GRANVILLE — Della A. Maulfair, 87, of rural Granville passed away Monday, Dec. 1, 2014, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. She was born Feb. 23, 1927, in Putnam County to Stanley and Ursula (Skutt) Shevokas. She married Harold Maulfair April 7, 1945, in the United Church of Christ in Granville. She and her husband, Harold, farmed in rural Granville for many years. She was a member of the United

George was a member of the Magnolia American Legion and Putnam County Community Center. He was trustee for Caledonia Cemetery. He also coached the girls’ softball team in McNabb. Surviving are four sons, John (Kathy) Cimei of McNabb, Tony (Diane) Cimei of McNabb, George (Pam) Cimei of Varna and Randy (Debbie) Cimei of Williamsfield; and one daughter, Shelly (Larry) Erjavsek of rural Cedar Point. Also surviving are Jeff (Connie) King of Granville and Tim (Michele) King of LaSalle; one brother, Bill Cimei of Florida; 12 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his

parents; his wife, Betty, on July 1, 2014; and three brothers and one sister. Services were held at noon Tuesday, Dec. 9, at the Dysart-Cofoid Funeral Chapel, Granville, with Pastor Karen Karczewski officiating. Burial was in the Magnolia Cemetery with full military honors. Visitation was held from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Dec. 9, at the funeral home. Contributions may be directed to Putnam County Ambulance or Putnam County Food Pantry. Online condolences may be made to George’s family at www. dcfunerals.com.

great-grandchildren; four sistersin-law, Eva Dose of Lostant, Phyllis Dose of Peru, Sharon Dose of Lostant and Rita Hofer of Putnam; three brothers-in-law, Robert Opperman of Beverly Hills, Fla., Robert Judd of Hennepin and Dean Lechner; and her former husband, Wayne Grasser of Bonita Springs, Fla. Ruth was preceded in death by her son, Gerald; her parents, Fred and Dora Dose; three brothers, Clarence, Leonard and Elmer; and two sisters Esther and Evelyn. She was a member of St. Liborius Catholic Church (Steger) and active in the Altar and Rosary Society at Immaculate Conception, Mt. Pala-

tine. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to: Tabor Hills Healthcare Facility, 1347 Crystal Ave., Naperville, IL 60563; or Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care, 2195 W Diehl Road, Naperville, IL 60563. A funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 9, 2015, at St. Patrick’s Church in Hennepin. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Lostant. The Beidelman-Kunsch Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements; 630-355-0264; www. beidelmankunschfh.com. The family email address is rita.grasser@ gmail.com.

Church of Christ and the Ladies Fellowship of the church. She was also a member of the Union Grove Cemetery. Surviving are one daughter, Diana (Charles) Garrett of Freeport; one son, Harold (Patti) Maulfair of Okeechobee, Fla.; two brothers, Stanley (Delores) Shevokas of rural Granville and John (Elaine) Shevokas of rural Granville; five grandchildren, David Garrett, Ryan Garrett, Dan Maulfair, Kelli Fenwick and Brian Fenwick; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by

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The Editorial Page

Sam R Fisher

Terri Simon

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Editor

The 12 days of bankruptcy I was determined. This was the year I’d do it. You’ve heard the song “Twelve Days of Christmas” before, of course. If not, go to the Peru Mall for half an hour. You’ll probably hear the “Twelve Days of Christmas” 12 times. My wife is a Christmas fan to the Nth degree, while I’m a bit of a humbug (OK, a lot of a humbug.). I took her to the East Peoria Festival of Lights and thought she would explode in holiday rapture. So I startCOMMENTARY ed doing some research to see if I could even begin to match the generosity of the “Twelve Days.” You gotta be kidding. The first call was to a pet store in Chicago that specializes in birds. Base price for a partridge: $20. We’re off to a decent start. Unfortunately, in order to get a pear tree big enough the partridge doesn’t kill it outright from its weight, I’d need to drop $188. This is getting a bit rich already. Calling the pet store back, it was time to start getting into the outrageous. Turtle doves were on sale; two for $125. Three French hens, a mere $181. Not really knowing what a calling bird was, I settled for canaries, which are $125 each. Four ring up to $600. Saving myself a third call, I skipped ahead to check on prices for geese and swans. Geese are fairly cheap at $60 apiece, or six for $360. Rather than sound like a total pervert, I didn’t ask what they would cost if they were pregnant. Swans were only … waitaminnit … typo? Nope — swans are $1,000 each. At this point, a car would likely be cheaper. Calling my buddy who owns a jewelry store, it seems I’m not as much of a buddy as I believed. Five gold rings: $750. Crossing another item off the song and a name off my Christmas card list, I soldiered on. This is where it gets a bit twitchy, since out-and-out buying people is a bit expensive and more than a bit illegal. I’m hoping the song meant hiring people or this list gets expensive in more ways than one. I settle for hiring people, since it’s hopefully a lot cheaper. Farm help is cheap. Hiring eight farm girls to milk cows long enough to harvest a gallon each came to about $58. Leaping and dancing people sounds like ballet to me, so I called the Peoria Metropolitan for some quotations. Dancers are egotistical and charge heavily to let you watch them prance. Nine ladies performing just once runs $7,553. At least guys aren’t as pricey, dipping into the wallet only $5,348. What a bargain! Musicians by contrast are cheap. Hiring 11 flautists cost only $2,635. Getting 12 drummers to accompany them is $2,855. If I only get the base package, my Christmas present comes to $27,673. Ouch. Then I remembered my wife is a bit of a completist. So I add it up as if I’m buying every item as many times as it’s mentioned in the song. The total: $116,273. I called my bank to talk about a loan for that much money. The tellers are probably still laughing. Sorry, love. Looks like you’ll get that deluxe Kitchen-aid you wanted after all. Ken Schroeder can be reached at kschroeder@putnamcountyrecord.com.

Ken Schroeder

First Amendment “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.” Constitution of the United States, 1789

Cynthia Giuliani Town: Granville. Occupation: Clerk at The Corner Store. Family: Husband, four kids, four grandkids and one great-granddaughter. Pets: I have a dog and a cat. What is the last book you read: “There Really is a Heaven.” What is the last TV show you watched: “A Nanny for Christmas.”

First Person What is the last song you heard: “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas.” If you were stranded on a desert island and could only have one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be: I would say fried chicken.

If you were stranded on a desert island and could only take one thing with you, what would it be: I would take my family. If someone gave you a million dollars, what would you do with it: I’d pay all my debts and put the rest away. Name your favorite restaurant: Ali’s and Kaddywampus. Name one thing about your town that you like: Everybody is close and most people are very nice. Is there anything that you would want to change: No.

Field of Dreams The University of Illinois honored Harold “Red” Grange — who was nicknamed “The Galloping Ghost” — on the 90th anniversary of his historic homecoming performance against the University of Michigan. Grange totaled six touchdowns, with four touchdowns and 262 yards in the first 12 minutes of the game. This year, the University of Illinois hosted University of Minnesota at their homecoming celebration. The 2014 Illini football team wore Gray Ghost uniforms to honor Grange. My dad, Walter Alleman, said he saw the game. He would have been 25 years old in 1924. His younger brother Russell (Pat) was attending the University of Illinois as a student and a member of the university’s basketball team. My dad left rural Tonica on the train that ran to Champaign back then. At this year’s homecoming 90 years later, his granddaughter Debby (Alleman) Kimme, her husband Dennis, my dad’s great-granddaughter Krista Kimme, his great-grandson Brad Kimme and his wife Sarah and their daughter Ava —my Dad’s great-great-granddaughter — all attended the homecoming game; all graduates of U. of I. (except little Ava). I am sure my dad would have been very happy and proud. •••

Darrell Alleman COMMENTARY

What was mystery novelist Agatha Christie’s pseudonym? The answer at the end of the article. ••• I recently read in Consumer Health magazine there are five good things about growing older. The first one is anger, stress and worry are less common. People in their 70s and 80s report being less troubled by those negative emotions than any other age group. Two: Wisdom grows. There’s evidence people are wiser in their old age. Three: Marriages get healthier. Married seniors report greater satisfaction and more positive experiences with their mates than younger married couples do, even when they quarrel. Four: Satisfaction with social relationships grows. Seniors typically have a smaller but closer circle of friends than younger adults. Finally, happiness increases as feelings of emotional well-being may not only improve your quality of life but also add years to it. ••• A man in Chicago broke the

world record by riding a Ferris wheel for more than 48 hours at Navy Pier. Meteorologist Jim Baroch said “It was like a typical Cub season. There were highs; there were lows; and at the end it always finishes on the bottom.” ••• At an elementary school in Suffolk, Va., two first-graders were expelled after they pointed pencils at each other and made a shooting noise. Parents called the expulsions harsh, but school officials said simply pointing a finger at someone and acting as if it were a gun was now forbidden by the school’s “Zero tolerance” policy. ••• “No thief, however skillful, can rob one’s knowledge, and that’s why knowledge is the best and safest treasure to acquire.” L. Frank Baum. ••• What was mystery novelist Agatha Christie’s pseudonym? Six romance novels were written by Christie under the pseudonym Mary Westmacott. ••• “Go at life with abandon. Give it all you’ve got and life will give all it has to you.” Norman Vincent Peale. Thanks for reading. Darrell Alleman can be reached at news@putnamcountyrecord.com.

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Sports PC/Hall splits wrestling meet By Dixie Schroeder

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STERLING — The Putnam County/Hall co-op wrestling squad saw action for the first time this season and came away with a split between Amboy High School and Sterling Newman Central Catholic High School on Dec. 2. In the first meet of the evening, PC/Hall faced Amboy and finished with a tie, 30-30. Luke McCook, who wrestled at 160 pounds, beat Skyelar Zimmerly by pinfall at 2:16 in the first match. Nick Bouxsein, at 170 pounds, took down Luke Schaur by pinfall at 1:48 in the first match. James Hewitt, at 145 pounds, Eric Cissell, at 220 pounds, and Marco Uribe, in the heavyweight class, all won by forfeit. PC/Hall had a bigger challenge with Sterling Newman Central Catholic and lost 40-30 in the second meet. Bouxsein won his second match, defeating Trevor Buser by pinfall at 1:48 in the first match. At 195 pounds, Evan Kiphart defeated Brad Fritts by pinfall at 41 seconds into the first match. Cissell and Uribe both won again by forfeit. PC/Hall will next travel to Rock Island Alleman for a triangular meet with Orion and Alleman on Dec. 10.

Dolphins swim past Otters By Dixie Schroeder

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PERU — The Illinois Valley Dolphins hosted a home swim meet against Clinton YMCA Otters on Dec. 6. The Dolphins topped the Otters by a final score of 628-138. Swimming from Putnam County for the Dolphins was Clayton Wellenreiter, 10, of Magnolia. Wellenreiter swam the 100-meter individual medley (1:36.64), which earned a second-place finish. This was also a district qualifying time. Finley Rue, 5, of Granville placed sixth in the 25-meter freestyle event (43.36) and took eighth in the 25-meter backstroke (51.01). The Dolphins travel to DeKalb on Dec. 13 and 14 for the Barbwire Invitational.

Megan Rehn (3) tries for the first shot of the game against Somonauk on Dec. 6.

PCR photo/Ken Schroeder

Lady Panthers win over Bobcats, Timberwolves By Dixie Schroeder

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GRANVILLE — The Putnam County Lady Panthers scored two victories this week. On Dec. 6, the Panthers took on the Somonauk Lady Bobcats in non-conference action and won 54-17. Leading scorer for the varsity squad was freshman phenom Paige Veronda who scored 20. Allison Voss added 12, and Megan Rehn chipped in 11 points in the winning effort. Lady Panthers 60, Midland 16 The Lady Panthers took on Tri County Conference foes, the Midland Lady Timberwolves, on Dec. 4. The Panthers played a strong game and won 60-16.

The home team came strong out of the gate with Annie Miller scoring seven of the first quarter 17 points. Veronda came off the bench and proceeded to sink two three-point shots, as well as three out of four foul shots to pace a blistering 24-point second quarter for the Panthers. The halftime score as the teams headed to the locker rooms was 41-7. In the second half, the Lady Panthers added 11 points. The fourth quarter was the closest in offense for both teams, with Putnam County outscoring Midland by just two points. Scoring leader in the game was Veronda, who finished with 15 points. Allison Voss added 13, and Miller had 10 for the Panthers.

Lady Panthers 47, Indian Creek 36 In the first contest of the week for the Lady Panthers, they lost to Indian Creek 47-36 in non-conference action on Dec. 1. The Panther offense was slow starting in the first quarter with a 16-8 deficit. In the second quarter the team came alive, adding 16 points to take a 24-20 halftime lead. However, the offense went cold again in the second half, with the Panthers scoring only 12 points to Indian Creek’s 27 to finish the game. Allison Voss led the Panthers with 14 points in the contest. The next game for the Lady Panthers (7-1, TCC 2-0) will be on Dec. 11 against the Henry Lady Mallards at Henry.

Panthers split two this week By Dixie Schroeder

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GRANVILLE — The Putnam County Panthers traveled to DePue on Dec. 5 to take on the DePue Little Giants in Tri County Conference action. They won the game after a strong fourth quarter by a score of 52-45. The Panthers started out cold offensively in the first half against the Little Giants. The first quarter score had them up by five points. The Little Giants kept swinging and managed to tie the score as both teams went to their respective locker rooms, 23-23 at halftime. Both teams came out offensively cold again in the third quarter and the Panthers found themselves on the short end of the stick, 34-27. Putnam County found their offense in the fourth quarter, outscoring DePue 25-11 in the fourth, to pull away for the final victory. Leading scorers for the game were Putnam County’s Alec Veverka with 19 and DePue’s Ramon Puga with 19. Fieldcrest 54, Putnam County 43 The Panthers didn’t start the week off well against the Fieldcrest Knights, losing by a final score of 54-43 on Dec. 2. Putnam County came out of the gate strong, outscoring Fieldcrest 14-8 in the first quarter and 16-8 in the second. Austin Biagini had the hot hand with the three point shot, sending three through the net in the first half. The Knights came out in the second half of the contest loaded for bear and became extremely aggressive offensively. They outshot the Panthers by 16 points in the third quarter and nine points in the fourth to put the game away. Leading scorer for the Panthers was Biagini with 13 points. Veverka added 10 points, and Christian Harris had PCR photo/Ken Schroeder eight. Jackson Puetz for the Knights had 14. The Panthers, now 4-3 on the season, will next take on Alec Veverka (25) drives to the basket during the second quarter of the away game on Dec. 5 versus the DePue Little Tri County foe Roanoke Benson on Dec. 12. Giants.

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PCR photo/Ken Schroeder

JV girls beat Somonauk

PCR photo/Ken Schroeder

Natasha Voss (24) shoots under the basket against Somonauk in the first quarter of the junior varsity contest on Dec. 6. The Panthers won 41-23.

JV boys beat DePue Connor Taylor (45) looks for a shot under the basket during the Dec. 6 junior varsity contest in DePue. The Panthers won the game 46-39.

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Community Annual Christmas party set for Dec. 15 MCNABB — The Putnam County Republican Central Committee will hold its annual Christmas party from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 15 at Da Rajun Cajun, south of McNabb at Edgewood Golf Course. Dinner will start at 6:30 p.m. and will include chicken, spaghetti, salad bar and dessert. The cost for the dinner is $20 per person. Illinois state Sen. Darin LaHood will be the speaker. He represents the 37th district which includes

Marshall and Bureau counties. LaHood has been an outspoken advocate for creating a better business climate in Illinois. As in past years, the committee asks everyone attending to bring an unwrapped gift for children. These gifts can be toys or games. The donated items will be distributed to the less fortunate children of the county through the Putnam County Food Pantry.

Herb program in Henry HENRY — The public is invited to attend an educational gardening program presented by University of Illinois Extension master gardener Dave Dunagan. Herbs will be the topic for this program, which will take place at the University of Illinois Extension – Marshall-Putnam Extension Office, 509 Front Street in Henry. This program will be presented at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 13. There will be no fee to participate in this program, but registra-

tion is required for needed handouts. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, contact 309-364-2356. University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. For more information, call University of Illinois Extension, Bureau-LaSalle-Marshall-Putnam Unit at 309-364-2356. Extension offices are located in Princeton, Ottawa, Henry and in Oglesby on the IVCC campus.

Computer classes at Putnam County libraries HENNEPIN — The six Putnam County public libraries will host computer classes covering topics such as basic computer classes, Internet and email skills, downloading e-books and more. Space is limited to five participants per class and registration is required. To register for a class or for more information, call your local branch library. The first class is “Basic Computing Skills.” Not sure where the power button is? Unable to navigate with a mouse? If you are a first time computer user or just learning how to use a new technology, this class is for you. The classes will meet as follows: at 1 p.m. Dec. 11 at the Standard Branch Library; at 1 p.m. Dec. 12 at the Hennepin Library headquarters and at 1:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Granville Branch Library. The next class is “Internet Skills.” Use your basic computer skills to navigate the web like a pro. Learn the basics of email — setting up an account, sending messages, downloading attachments — and the ins and outs of

browsing websites, locating links, completing forms and finding information on popular websites. Classes will be at 5 p.m. Dec. 10 at the McNabb Branch Library; at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 16 at the Putnam (Condit) Library; at 5 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Magnolia Branch Library; at 1 p.m. Dec.18th at the Standard Branch Library; at 1 p.m. Dec. 19 at the Hennepin Library Headquarters and at 1:30 p.m. Dec. 20 at the Granville Branch Library. The next class is “E-books at Your Library.” Looking for a good book? Try digital. The Putnam County Public Library District offers a wide selection of library e-books for patrons to download at one of the six libraries or at home. All you need is a device on which to read your digital e-book — tablet, e-reader, or home computer — and a valid library card from a Putnam County library. Join the library for this e-book class to get started. Classes will be held at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 6 at the Putnam (Condit) Library; at 5 p.m. Jan. 6. at the Magnolia Branch Library;

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Stickel celebrates 25 years at GNB By Dixie Schroeder

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GRANVILLE — Lynn Stickel has recently celebrated his 25-year anniversary at Granville National Bank. Stickel, currently vice president, started in 1989 at the bank in what was then known as the farm department. “I came to Granville in 1989. I had worked for Farm Credit Services in Peoria County before that. I was hired to come up here when Pete Fassino retired,” Stickel said. “I was hired to be the farm guy because I did have a background in agriculture.” Stickel has seen a large swing in what the bank does for the community in his 25 years of service. “Wow. There has been a lot going on over the years. I guess what we’ve seen mostly is that we have kind of become more of a home loan bank. We have done a lot of lot of financing of home purchases and remodeling and additions and things like that,” he said.

PCR photo/Dixie Schroeder

Lynn Stickel, vice president at Granville National Bank, celebrated 25 years of service to the bank and the community. He poses with a gift from the bank. Stickel went to Illinois Valley Community College for two years and then transferred and subsequently graduated from the University of Illinois in Champaign to earn his academic knowledge in banking. He lives in Granville with his wife, Jenny. He has two children, David, who is married and Liz, who all live in Champaign. Stickel wants everyone to know that he doesn’t

take his success for granted. “I want to thank everyone who helped or have patronized the bank during my time at here,” he said. “Banking is not a money business, it’s a people business. It is what I have learned over the years. I guess my advice to people who want to get into banking is work on your communication and people skills. Customers make it happen.”

Christmas baskets will be distributed GRANVILLE — The Putnam County Food Pantry, in collaboration with Toys in the Pantry, organizations, businesses, churches and schools from across the county, will be distributing Christmas baskets to local families in need. This is the 27th year the food pantry has sponsored the basket project. The baskets contain food and gifts for the children and senior citizens. Included are items for a full Christmas dinner, breakfast and pizza for Christmas Eve. This year, there have

been basket requests from about 150 families so far. The baskets will be distributed Dec. 20. To support the Basket Project, cash and food donations continue to be needed. Products such as coffee, hot chocolate, drinks, gelatin, canned fruit, easy to prepare meals and personal care items are especially appreciated. A cash donation of $75 will support the cost of food for one average-size family. Donations may be sent to the Putnam County Food Pantry, Box 96,

Granville or deposited directly at the Granville National Bank. Food may be left at any of the county banks or at the food pantry. “Over the years, the Putnam County community has been tremendously supportive of the on-going work of the food pantry and the Christmas Basket Project,” director Judith Hopkins said. “The pantry board sends its thanks and wishes for a Happy Holiday and a New Year of peace to the people of Putnam County.”

IIA Foundation offering scholarships BLOOMINGTON — Agriculture students and Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) members and their children may apply for college scholarships offered by the IAA Foundation, Illinois Farm Bureau’s charitable arm. Seventy-four scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $7,500 per year, will be awarded in total of $179,800 for the 2015-2016 school year. “We are pleased to help students through our growing scholarship program, which offers a wide variety of support to farm families, Illinois Farm Bureau members, and to those pursuing careers in agriculture,” said Susan Moore, director, IAA Foundation. “It is a great privilege to support our next generation of leaders, and encourage continuing education in agricultural fields.” Students may apply for a variety of scholarships, including three IAA Foundation Top Scholarships, where winners will each receive $7,500 awards. Another $7,500 award goes to the Illinois Farm Bureau Legacy of Leader-

ship scholarship winner. Students studying crop science and pursuing a master’s degree related to research are eligible for the Illinois Soybean Association Crop Science Scholarships. Ten $4,000 scholarship will be awarded to junior level majors. Recipients are then eligible for an additional $4,000 in this renewable program, providing a total of $8,000 for his or her junior and senior year of college. Twenty-five $1,200 scholarships are available to students from specific southern Illinois counties as part of the Dorothy and Wilhelmine Ratermann Memorial Scholarships. Twelve Prairie Farms Dairy scholarships each worth $2,000 are available to patrons and employees of the company. An additional two $1,000 scholarships are available to producers affiliated with the St. Louis District Dairy Council. An additional 12 scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $1,500, are available to students that meet certain criteria, including area of study, place of resi-

dence, previous 4-H experience and college or university attended. Students receiving IAA Foundation Scholarships who are enrolled in the Agriculture Department at Illinois State University or Southern Illinois University may be eligible for additional scholarship funds from the University. This partnership furthers the IAA Foundation’s effort to encourage top students to continue their education at an Illinois institution. All applicants must be high school seniors accepted for enrollment or students already enrolled at an accredited college, university or community college. Scholarships are awarded for exceptional academic ability, leadership and financial need. Previous winners of an IAA Foundation scholarship are eligible to apply again. A full listing of available scholarships, eligibility guidelines and application documents are available at the Foundation website, www.iaafoundation.org. Completed applications must be postmarked on or before Feb. 1, 2015.

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Briefs Lutheran services in December Pastor Ann Zigert has announced the dates for holiday services for the Lutheran Church. A joint Christmas program beginning at 10:30 a.m. will be held at Immanuel/County Line Church on Dec. 14 An Ecumenical Christmas potluck will be held at the McNabb Fire Hall on Dec. 21. Guests are asked to bring a dish to pass and their own place settings. There will be singing of Christmas carols, a Christmas craft project, gifts for the kids and a very special guest. The event will begin at 10:30 a.m. Christmas Eve services will be at Emmaus Lutheran Church at

5 p.m. and at First Lutheran Church at 7 p.m.

The Christmas Story in Art MCNABB – Join the McNabb Branch Library at 6 p.m. Dec. 17 for an evening of art and story. From the Annunciation through the flight into Egypt, the story of Christ’s birth will be told through paintings by Italian and Flemish masters of the Renaissance in a short film, “The Christmas Story in Art,” from the National Gallery of Art. Following the film, prints of the featured artworks will be on display, and refreshments will be served. For more information, call the McNabb Branch Library at 815-8822378.

Menus Dec. 18 – Pork chop, Putnam County spinach/romaine salad, rice pilaf, pears, milk (no Schools salad bar).

Breakfast Dec. 15 — Whole grain bagel with cream cheese or cereal, fruit, juice, milk. Dec. 16 — Biscuits and sausage gravy or cereal, fruit, juice, milk. Dec. 17 — Cereal bar or cereal, string cheese, fruit, juice, milk. Dec. 18 — Breakfast pizza or cereal and toast, fruit, juice, milk. Dec. 19 — Whole grain muffin or cereal, fruit, juice, milk. Lunch Dec. 15 — Chicken nuggets, vegetable medley, cottage cheese, peaches, milk. Dec. 16 — Turkey fritter on whole grain bun with tomato, baked beans, grapes, pudding cup, milk. Dec. 17 — Hot dog with choice of chili on whole grain bun, green beans, pineapple, ice cream cup, milk.

Dec. 19 — Cheese pizza, corn, orange, Teddy Grahams, milk.

Putnam County Community Center Dec. 15 – Baked macaroni and cheese, hamburger on bun, dessert. Dec. 16 – Baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, buttered green beans, roll, dessert. Dec. 17 – Baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, buttered green beans, roll, dessert. Dec. 18 – Christmas party: Ham, scalloped potatoes, glazed carrots, roll, dessert. Dec. 19 – Ham, scalloped potatoes, glazed carrots, roll, dessert. Suggested donation per meal is $5. Call 815-3392711 to make reservations at least 24 hours in advance.

Davis trust scholarships available Grace Davis believed in education By Ken Schroeder news@tonicanews.com

​MCNABB — As seniors start gearing up for post-secondary education, an important avenue for most to explore is the ability to pay for college. Every opportunity for grants and scholarships should be checked and used if you qualify. Locally, there’s a scholarship that hasn’t had as many applicants as the administrators would like. The Grace S. Davis Scholarship is available to students who have lived in Magnolia or Hope Townships (which includes McNabb, Magnolia and Lostant) for 10 years. The applicant should have good scholastic ability and good moral character. Sophomores, juniors or seniors with a minimum of 12 hours of school per semester are eligible. This year, a total of $16,450 is available for scholarships. Davis was a Magnolia native who became an educator and world traveller before dying in 1947. Brooks Whitney is the current administrator of the Grace S. Davis trust, having taken the position from his uncle and first administrator Charles A. Whitney in 1983. “The fund was started in 1950, which is when the estate was finally settled. There was originally $70,000 in the trust fund, which was a lot of money at the time,” Whitney said. “The total worth now is nearly $900,000.” The trust was set up according to Davis’ wishes as a permanent trust fund. Her strict orders were for the principal to stay intact and not be touched by administrators except to re-invest. Davis also

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UMC cookie walk was sweet The holiday season was started as Vicki Petersen of the United Methodist Church of Hennepin assists Georgia Grant with a selection of cookies during the UMC women’s annual cookie walk on Dec. 6. All proceeds from the event go to charity.

Putnam County history books are in HENNEPIN – Copies of the book “Putnam County, Illinois: History and Families” are now available from the Putnam County Historical Society. Prepared in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the Putnam County Historical Society in 2013, this is the first update of the history of Putnam County and its communities and families in over 100 years. The book summarizes the history of the county from the 1800s through today and includes short family histories submitted by hundreds of county families, as well as many never-before-published photographs of fami-

lies, businesses, homes, churches, schools and daily life. Pre-ordered copies may be picked up at Pulsifer House, 327 Old Hwy 26 in Hennepin daily from noon to 3 p.m. through Dec. 13. Pick up after Dec. 13 can be arranged. Pulsifer House will be closed for the winter from Dec. 14 through March 17. Additional copies may also be ordered by mail from the Putnam County Historical Society, P.O. Box 74, Hennepin, IL 61327-0074, by email to shwhitaker@starband.net or by phone from 815-3035104. Additional copies are $55. Shipping is $6.50.

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Where can homeless residents of LaSalle, Bureau or Putnam counties go for help? There are many resources, but Illinois Valley PADS is like no other in that we provide a place to stay while finding help. The poverty rate in LaSalle County is 11.2 percent; in Bureau County is 11.1 percent; and in Putnam County is 13.9 percent. Combined based upon a total population of these counties, approximately 17,184 people live in poverty. This combined with the unemployment and underemployment makes living very hard for many families and individuals. Housing, food, clothing, transportation and medical care can seem an impossible achievement daily. Illinois Valley PADS, having a facility in Peru and Ottawa, provides a combined 74 beds to the homeless along with food, clothing and case management to assist in working through the issues causing homelessness. PADS served 286 individuals last year, which included 24 families

with a combined 29 children and 24 veterans. These individuals used a bed in the program 7,209 times and were served 13,840 meals. PADS provided clothing for 294 individuals through the shelters and its Lily Pads Resale Boutique. PADS records indicate 177 out of the 286 had no income to report. These individuals and families are the neighbors, friends and family members of many in area communities, since 90 percent are local or have local ties. As Illinois Valley PADS continues to meet the needs and accomplish its mission of providing housing and food to those in need, we also become “more than just a bed.” Care, compassion and direction is part of our program to the homeless. There is a partnership between the individual or family and the agency through an Individual Service Plan to assess their needs and find resources to address the issues of their homelessness. There are employment needs, health needs, housing needs, educational needs and the need for someone to listen and care. Our dedicated volunteers in all of our programs are wonderful about how

BBB data shows lack of scrutiny among donors CHICAGO — Holidays are a time for donors to think about supporting charity causes that matter to them. The Better Business Bureau shares the following information from its recent study showing what donors consider when verifying their trust in a charity and what other factors they should include when making giving decisions. The study on how Americans donate to charities pinpoints a lack of donor understanding and the need for simple tools to help donors give wisely. The recent study through the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance reveals that Americans consider finances to be the most important indicator of trust, which is a misguided review of a nonprofit organization, according to the Better Business Bureau.

According to the study, 46 percent of Americans would verify their trust in a charity by looking at finances; 20 percent cite ethics; 14 percent use name recognition of the charity and 11 percent said results. In fact, no single measure can signal if a charity is trustworthy or not. Judging a charity by its overhead ratio or impact as sole barometers cannot accurately portray the overall performance and health of an organization. “Donors basing giving decisions on only financial information may have a false sense of confidence,” said Steve J. Bernas, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and northern Illinois. “They should holistically review a charity before donating. Better Business Bureau online

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Putnam County Food Pantry receives donation

The Sacred Heart Holy Name Society made a donation to the Putnam County Food Pantry. Members Doug Ossola (left), John Shimkus and Jim Carboni are presenting two checks totaling $1,500 to the food pantry to help with the holiday season. The baskets of candy to the right are just one item the food pantry is bagging for the needy children for the upcoming holidays.

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