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The Carroll County Senior Center quilters meet every Thursday morning. Read all about it in the November Grape Vine. Section B

First, “fall back” for the end of Daylight Savings Time on Saturday night before you go to bed. Then VOTE Tuesday, Nov. 4.

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Carroll County Veterans Assistance Commission assistant Caroline Phillips puts in a minimum of 60 hours a month helping veterans, but after nearly 3 years of service is still budgeted as a volunteer by the county. She’s not complaining, but Carroll County Board member Gary Imel raised the issues

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Mount Carroll gets in the spirit during Pumpkin Fest

by LYNNETTE FORTH for Prairie Advocate MOUNT CARROLL – Downtown Mount Carroll was colored with pumpkins during Saturday’s annual Pumpkin Fest.

Organized by the Chamber of Commerce, the event offered a variety of family-friendly activities, including the Farmers Market, the pumpkin-decorating contest, and the Great PUPkin Mutt Strut pet costume contest.

The old burning ground at the bottom of West Market Street was the site for the Pumpkin Sling Shot competition. Participants tested their strength and aim to see how far they could shoot pumpkins of various sizes with the three-person slingshot.

Bob Hatheway, owner of Shaw’s Marketplace and chamber president, bought the slingshot for this year’s festivities.

Go to www.mtcarrollil.org for information on Mount Carroll Halloween week.

ABOVE: Autumn Koster shows the boys how to sling a pumpkin during the annual Pumpkin Fest on Saturday in Mount Carroll. LEFT: Jenna Hockman tries her hand at pumpkin bowling.

Boo! Time to go trick-or-treating in the area; Here’s what you need to know Following are a list of Halloween events in the area, all on Friday unless otherwise noted.

Lanark Trick-or-treat time runs from 4 to 7 p.m.

Savanna Savanna’s Halloween Parade starts at 5 p.m. Thursday in downtown Savanna, then trick-or-treating lasts until 8 p.m. Call the Savanna Chamber of Commerce, 815-2732722, for more information.

Milledgeville Trick-or-treat time runs from 4 to 7 p.m., and no leaf burning is allowed on Halloween.

Chadwick Trick-or-treat time runs from 5 to 7 p.m., followed by fun, food, and games and costume judging at the Chadwick Fire Station. Call Jim Bibler, 815-631-1099, Larry Miller, 815-684-5148, or Barb Welch, 815684-5616, for more information.

Hanover Trick-or-treat time runs from 5 to 7 p.m., and is recommended for eight-graders and younger.

Morrison Trick-or-treat time runs from 4 to 7 p.m.

Also, Morrison High School Key Club will be coming door-todoor, seeking monetary donations for UNICEF. Make checks payable to Kiwianis International Foundation.

The Morrison High School Student Council will be trick-ortreating for canned goods for the food pantry at United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway.

Mount Carroll The Halloween Parade lineup

begins at 5:15 p.m. in the parking lot next to Raven’s Grin. The parade starts at 5:30 p.m., heads to West Market Street, then turns south on Main Street to the Community House, where a costume contest will be held, both sponsored by the Mount Carroll Chamber of Commerce.

Free hot dogs, chips and beverages will be provided to parade participants after the costume contest. There will be a free goodie bag for children.

Trick-or-treating follows the parade; it ends at 8 p.m.

Trunk-or-treating and games will be held until 8 p.m. at Mount Carroll Church of God. Halloween activities are funded in part by the Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation. Call Dana Keim, 815-541-0042, for more information.

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Mount Carroll’s annual Safe Trick and Treat Night for children through sixth grade will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 1006 N. Lowden Road.

Residents will hand out treats, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Gently used books donated by staff and community members also will be distributed, and refreshments will be served.

Call Adrienne Johnson, activities director, at 815-244-7715 for more information.

Pearl City Trick-or-treat time runs from 5 to 7 p.m.

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Shannon Trick-or-treat time runs from 4:30 to 7 p.m., when the American Legion will provide hot dogs, cookies and hot chocolate in the village park.

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Lanark City Council approves renovation bid for police station

By LYNNETTE FORTH for Prairie Advocate LANARK — The Lanark City Council approved a nearly $235,000 bid from Sjostrom and Sons Inc. to build the new Police Department garage at its meeting Oct. 21.

The city plans to vacate 111 S. Boyd St. and build behind Lanark Municipal Building, 111 S. Broad St. “We received two bids, Diehl and Lott Construction in the amount of $267,823.26, and Sjostrom and Sons for $234,980,” Chief of Police Matt Magill said. “The project is designed to be set up in two phases, and will be started within the next 2 weeks.”

Project updates MSA Professional Services provided an update on the Blair Parkway project, including an amendment to the original contract that saved the city $2,300.

“The on site time and material were less,” MSA’s Steve Haring said.

John Nelson reported on a TIF application recommendation from Dave Kuhlemeier for the replacement of a new roof at his downtown tavern, Dave’s Place.

The cheapest bid received was for $49,950, and the TIF committee recommended allowing 30 percent. The council approved a lump sum of $12,487, which is 25 percent.

City Attorney Ed Mitchell mentioned that at a council meeting 2 months ago, a discussion took place regarding the establishment of an ordinance to vacate alleys.

Approval was granted for Ordinance 893, with notification to be placed in the Prairie Advocate.

Alderman Weston Burkholder commented on the status of the wall weather proofing at 109 N. Broad St., noting that he has spoken with another contractor who recommends placing a sealer on the wall, which can be done by city workers. Burkholder will review the matter with the Streets and Properties committee.

Alderman Ed Fehlhafer recommended spending $3,429 on a hot water pressure sprayer to be used by the maintenance department; the council approved the purchase.

Mitchell also spoke regarding the MediaCom franchise agreement, noting, “I haven’t heard a thing from them.”

Council members advised Mitchell not to pursue the issue any further.

Clerk Jackie Hawbecker spoke on the renewal of the city’s health insurance, reporting that she had spoken with Rhett Coatney of Country Financial, and Mayor John Huggins, and the three recommended staying with the current policy, because open enrollment and Obamacare will cause havoc if they change.

Comments and committees The council OK’d raising Jason Rubble’s pay from $12.50 to $13.50, since he has obtained his CDL driver’s license, as requested by the city. Rubble had requested $15 an hour.

Mitchell reported on the status of abandoned properties, noting that the Fox property tear down bids will be opened Nov. 18. Mitchell has discussed the Fogle taxes with State’s Attorney Scott Brinkmeier, and a petition will be filed with the Carroll County Courthouse

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Fehlhafer spoke about a semi parked on Franklin Street that is left running for 1 to 1½ hours daily. “It gets annoying to the neighbors.”

Huggins said he spoke with the USDA and Sharon Pepin of Community Funding and Planning Services on a couple of possible grants. One could allow funding for more warning signs in the city, possibly paying for 100 percent of the cost. Huggins urged aldermen to think about the idea.

The mayor also he was approached by a member of the MAPPING committee about possibly putting up a skating rink on the empty lot. The committee would pay for the cost, but the city would have to review insurance matters.

The next City Council meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday.

Eastland students get 3-day Thanksgiving break LANARK — Because of the Eastland School Newsletter print deadline, the Thanksgiving schedule was not included in this week’s

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Letters and Commentary Democrats care about you? It’s a myth

“Democrats care about you.”

One look at Madiganistan (aka Illinois) should have killed this zombie tale years ago. Who are you going to believe, Democratic politicians who’ve ruled this state for most of my adult life, or your own lying eyes?

You’ve seen jobs fleeing (Illinois has fewer jobs now than it had 20 years ago!), you’ve seen your disposable income dropping (Illinois families have seen income going down, even as taxes, prices, and more taxes, rise), and you’ve seen your kids leave the state just to more Democrat “care” I can take, but I know exactly how much I’m going to stand for - none!

The tale of Harris v. Quinn is illustrative: Pam Harris is the mother of a special needs child, and chose to stay at home and care for her child. The SEIU Healthcare union represents Illinois home health care workers, and donated nearly $2 million dollars to Gov. Pat Quinn’s 2010 re-election campaign.

Their money achieved the desired result; immediately after his election, Quinn issued an executive order that forced Pam Harris to pay union dues to SEIU, knowing her for his next campaign. If not for the U.S. Supreme Court, Pam Harris would still be just another victim of Democrat “care”.

Vice President Thomas Marshall once said, “What this country needs is a good 5 cent cigar.” Well, 5 cents doesn’t buy what it used to; but we do have a governor who can be bought for a few hundred thousand in campaign contributions.

What Illinois needs is a governor who’s so rich he’d laugh at such paltry sums, a man who can’t

be bought. What Illinois needs is a governor who knows why jobs are leaving our state. What Illinois needs is a governor who knows how to craft a real budget. What Illinois needs is a governor with a track record of success. What Illinois doesn’t need is more Democrat “care,” what we need is Bruce Rauner.

In Illinois, one of our favorite complaints is “It’s run by Chicago.” Stephenson County alone has 37,000 eligible voters, but in the 2010 gubernatorial race, only 14,000 chose to vote; 22,000 eligible voters chose not to vote. Gov. Quinn was re-elected with a 19,000-vote margin. We could have been spared the failed policies of our Chicago governor by Stephenson County voters alone. If we stay home again, expect the same result.

We also choose our U.S. House representative. Due to our gerrymandered district, staying home will allow our Chicago-backed representative to return to Washington.

Perhaps the most important race in this election is the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Dick Durbin, a man who has embarrassed both our state and our nation for over 30 years. If enough of us stay home, he’s certain to embarrass us for 6 more long years.

This is one of those rare moments when I agree with President Obama: “I am not on the ballot this fall. But make no mistake: These policies are on the ballot. Every single one of them.”

Staying home sends a clear message to all politicians: “Keep up the good work.” The message I want to send can’t be printed; be assured I won’t stay home.

This old West Virginia saying seems particularly apt this year: “You cannot get the water to clear up until you get the pigs out of the creek.”

One thing is certain: We won’t get the pigs out by staying home.

Terry Smith Lanark

Vote for Wozniak

I have lived in Whiteside County all of my life. It has been so disappointing to see this great area slip lower and lower. In order to turn this area around, we need strong and responsible leaders who will represent us.

Leaders like Jim Wozniak. Jim will oppose corruption and stand up for us. Jim will oppose tax increases that prevent businesses from creating jobs here. He will cut unnecessary spending while supporting programs that support seniors, school children and the disabled. Jim supports gun rights and believes people have the right to defend themselves.

Please join me in supporting Jim and voting for him on Nov. 4.

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Help Carroll County retailers, vote no on the 1 percent sales tax

gas and fuel they buy and pay sales tax on most likely will offset any small real estate tax savings. Someday, Mike Madigan might just get sales taxes included on other farm inputs; he would love to get that done.

It is hard enough for Carroll County retailers to be competitive as it is without adding 1 percent to their prices. A person can avoid the sales tax just by buying from a supplier in a lower sales tax county in Illinois. Some towns might take a total sales tax revenue hit if just a few large customers bought their fuel and LP from some other business established in a lower tax based county. The amount a person pays in sales taxes can be moved to another tax body, real estate taxes cannot.

County taxpayers pay the majority of sales taxes. Tourism counts for less than 15 percent of all the sales tax revenue collected. Just think of the sales taxes paid on a set of tires, repairs to your car, gasoline, LP gas to heat your house, furniture, dog food, etc. Face it, you pay sales taxes on

more items than ones that are exempt.

The projected amount of sales taxes to be collected are too high.

One county school district dreams of huge sales tax revenues partly based one town. However, if you look up the state Supreme Court Hartney ruling, the days of having a remote for sales tax rebates are numbered. (http://www.revenue.state.il.us/ News/HartneyDecision.htm) You will never get a chance to remove the tax if the voters approve it. If we want to fund the schools with a sales tax, then it should be a statewide initiative with a mandated 1 for 1 reduction in property taxes. If the voters do not approve the tax increase, and if history gives us any guidance, most likely you will get a chance to vote on the issue again.

Make a choice that can be changed later, vote against the 1 percent school facilities sales tax.

Rod Fritz Lake Carroll

The 1 percent sales tax is an additional tax. There is no guarantee that passing this tax will lower your real estate taxes. One school district has offered to lower real estate taxes 1 year by a third of the sales tax that is collected. Even if the school board did not change its mind after the election, the offer is for 1 year, a new year or a new for all the additional money without reducing property taxes. Remember 14.4 million reasons, where did it all go? They spent it.

Real estate taxes are a better source of revenue without hurting retailers. Think of a contractor based in Carroll County bidding jobs.

He would need to charge another 1 percent in his bids when bidding based in another county where the tax has not been imposed.

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Perfect attendance celebrated in Chadwick-Milledgeville schools

The following is a synopsis of the October meeting of the Chadwick-Milledgeville school board.

MILLEDGEVILLE — After thanking Walter Donahue for his donation to the high school football program at the Oct. 20 meeting, the Chadwick-Milledgeville school board approved snow removal bids for this school year for Chadwick and Milledgeville schools.

For Chadwick, Fairhaven Township will be paid $45 per occurrence to apply salt; $85 to plow.

For Milledgeville, Troy Wagenknecht will be paid $70 per occurrence to apply salt, and $210 to plow, with no charge for return trips.

The board then approved the PRESS Board Policy. Superintendent Tim Schurman noted that many minor changes were made to word-

Chadwick/Milledgeville fourth-graders with perfect attendance for the first quarter are Zach Pauley (front left), Caley Munz, Quinten Frederick, Bryce Aude, Eric Ebersole, Ainsley Yingling, and Lily Smith, and Kolton Wilk (back Left), Khrystiyan Dunn, Lydia Faulkner, Kacen Johnson, Joey Promenschenkel, Breanna Schroeder, and Marissa Sturrup. (Courtesy of Jody Mertz)

that were updated were powers and duties of the school board, types of Milledgeville Elementary K-3 students with perfect attendance for the first quarter are Abigail Sturrup (front left), Miley Arnold, Serenity Balsiger, Bryson Smith, Jayden Promenschenkel, Cora Enright, Linnea Thorngren, and Jordyn Judd. In the second row, Addison Janssen (left), Jenessia Hart, Kendra Kingsby, Caleb Sarber, Aubrey Headrick, Holley Frederick, Loren Meiners, Karter Livengood, Gabriel Pauley, Spencer Nye, Nathan Feary, Brinley Hackbarth, Makayla Meier, and Timothy Farrell. In the third row, Skyler Hartman (left), Kendra Hutchison, Lili Drinkall, Presley Nellish, Dawson Foster, Alexander Chaffee, Henry Hinrichs, Wyatt Meiners, Dylan Wilkinson, Taylor Sarber, Bryson Wiersema, Micah Toms-Smith, and Bryce McKenna. In the back row, Olivia Schurman (left), Kylee Jensen, Brooklyn Balsiger, Marissa Eye, Blake Marruffo, Landon Anderson, Roger LaBorn, Wyatt Beck, Austin Jones, Owen Rayhorn, and Colton Hendrick.

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Kyle Polhill of Benning Group provided a brief synopsis of the board approved and accepted.

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After a closed session, the board voted to deny an early retirement request by Valerie Geary, and upheld student suspensions for September and October.

Schurman noted that Nov. 4 election will have a tremendous impact

with full response was conducted Oct. 7, and Chadwick junior tackle season ended Oct. 7,and junior high volleyball ended Oct. 8.

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Nov. 17 at MHS Library.

Accelerated readers at Chadwick Middle School Chadwick Middle School fourth-grade top accelerated readers for the first quarter are Emma Foster (front left), Izzy Pena, and Zach Pauley, and Ainsley Yingling (back left), Jaedyn Casares, Owen Moeller, Lily Smith, and Aiden Barkley. (Courtesy of Jody Mertz)

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ecently, a few of our Quality of Life Action Team members delivered meals to the eight winners drawn at the Membership Appreciation Breakfast: Gary Salier, Gerald Cassens, Les Nelson, Sam Dykstra, Kurt Krum, Fred Tipton, Dennis Kessler, and Randy Appel. Congrats to those who won and thank you to those who delivered the meals.

Election Day is Tuesday! Are you ready to vote? Have you done your research, and by research I don’t mean listening to all the ads, but really diving in and seeing informed decision? Although it is hard to research those candidates who are not local, be sure to do your research on local issues. For instance, the 1 percent sales tax. I think in the past the reason it has been voted down continuously is

because, one, it is a tax, and two, there has been a lack of understanding of the tax.

In a past column I announced our board came out in favor of the tax. It was not an easy decision, and one that received much discussion.

The conclusion was, however, that yes, it is a tax, but it is also a way to spread the cost of school funding over a larger tax body.

The County School Facility Occupation Tax will add a 1 percent tax to most items purchased.

However, it will not add any tax to tangible personal property that is titled or registered (cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles, etc.) and food that is to be consumed off the premises of where it is sold. In easier terms, it is not added to anything that is charged 1 percent food sales tax at the grocery store, but it is applied to soft drinks, alcohol and any food

per week, with a limit of 250 characters per to buy, or farm labor or services available

you were to eat in a restaurant. It also is not charged on prescription and over-the-counter medications.

The tax dollars collected will be distributed per pupil to school FS: 2005 Ford Taurus Wagon, 2 Owner, districts in the county to be used for Good Reliable Condition, new front tires, 150k, $3900 CASH, Call 815-590-7902 school facility purposes only. before 7pm.

We have placed our initial order FS: round bales of grass hay, 815-718-5491 for nuts. In the next 2 weeks, we Looking for big round bale horse feeder. will have in hand pecans (pieces and 815-772-4238 halves), cashews, mixed nuts, and FS: New Idea 324 2 row pull picker. 815bridge mix. We also have found a 336-2294, leave a message new honey supplier. We will have on FS: LG 17 inch flat screen 20 inch wide hand 1- and 2-pound jars this week. computer LCD monitor, $60. New Nikon Orders for the fruit, fruit baskets, and Coolpix L26 digital camera, 16.1 megapixels, $50. 815-684-5419 nuts are due by Nov. 20.

There is still time to sign up FS: 2 used and runnable Crosley upright refrigerators (no freezer space) 66” high, for the Scotland/Ireland trip, which white, sell both or separate. Can be seen we are sponsoring with neighboring at Caroline Mark Home, Mt Carroll. Can County Farm Bureau’s and Tri State travel. The trip will take place in late July, and will include visits to the and Dublin.

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Letters and Commentary Yes for school facilities tax The Carroll County Farm Bureau Board of Directors, after much discussion and deliberation, voted to support the 1 percent facilities sales tax. This proposed tax will be on the ballot next week. This 1 districts as they could use the funds collected for rehabilitation of our school facilities.

While we understand most of us do not want another tax, some changes will have to be made in order for our schools to be able to update and maintain the buildings and infrastructure they have.

Budgets and funding keep getting tighter and tighter.

The facilities sales tax will allow everyone who spends money in the county to assist with funding instead of only those who own real estate. The sales tax does not apply to everything as it does not apply to any tangible personal property that is titled or registered with an agency of the state (cars, trucks, boats, etc) and it also does not apply to food that is for human consumption off of the premises where it is sold, (other than alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and food which has been prepared for immediate consumption) and prescription and non-prescription medicines, drugs, medical appliances and insulin, urine testing

materials, syringes, and needles used by diabetics.

So as you go out to vote next Tuesday, we ask that you give the decision on how to vote for the tax some serious consideration before casting your vote.

Thank you, Carroll County Farm Bureau

Vote yes for 1 percent sales tax in Carroll Co. We in Carroll County again have an opportunity on Election Day to authorize a 1 percent sales tax to help fund our county public school facilities. Currently, our schools receive funds to operate mainly from local property tax and state aid. State funding has been questionable in recent years; so that leaves the responsibility for a majority of funding to make the schools operate at the feet of local property owners.

The concept of the 1 percent sales tax is to spread the tax load over every person in the county, whether you buy gas and energy drinks at a Casey’s, stop at Land of Oz for a sandwich, or ride your bike to Poopy’s, everyone helps pay the bill.

No one wants to pay more tax, but I feel property tax rates will continually creep higher until we our schools. I would speculate that if this is approved on Nov. 4,

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Symposium explores raw milk safety issues, legal updates IDPH public hearing Nov. 6 in Springfield WASHINGTON, D.C. — A free live stream symposium on raw milk, featuring raw milk experts and activists, will be held from 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Nov. 10 at www.fleetwoodonsite.com/wise/2014annual/ live_raw_milk.

Mark McAfee, owner of the largest raw milk dairy in California and chairman of the Raw Milk Institute, Pete Kennedy, president of the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund, and Sally Fallon Morell, founder of A Campaign for Real Milk, will be featured.

During the first hour raw milk legal updates for Canada and the U.S. will be presented by Karen Selick and Kennedy.

Morell then will give a presentation on producing safe raw cheese. Cheese is a processed product, and whether

raw or pasteurized, it needs to be produced under strict sanitary conditions. Morell will share her experience as a cheese maker on sanitation, plant maintenance and record keeping, and will provide tips on how to pass an FDA inspection.

McAfee then will provide a RAWMI progress report, RAWMI food safety success stories, and creating a bright and safe future for raw milk, from McAfee.

The last session, A New California Raw Milk Dairy, will be presented by Cynthia Daley. It will focus on the steps required to pass through the grade A permit and licensing process, including all state and county agencies that are involved and their associated costs. Daley also will cover the details of the on-farm risk analysis and management plan to meet and exceed the needs of state standards as RAWMI works toward safe production methods for raw milk.

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can be accessed anytime after Nov. 10, is being held immediately after Focus on Food, the 15th international conference of the Weston A. Price Foundation, which runs Nov. 7-9 in Indianapolis. Go to conferences.westonaprice. org/main-conference/2014schedule/ or call 540-7227104 for details.

Raw milk producers and consumers, with help from Kennedy and the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund, want to stop Illinois Department of Public Health from adopting proposed raw milk regulations.

For more than 30 years, the unlicensed on-farm sale of raw milk has been legal by policy in Illinois, and there have been no reports of food-borne illness attributed to Illinois raw milk producers going at least as far back as 1998, they maintain.

The IDPH is taking the position that if there are no applicable state rules or regulations on the books, the policy is illegal.

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During the initial 45-day comment period, which ended Oct. 20, the IDPH received more than 700 public comments about the regulations it is considering, Kennedy said.

“This exceptional response has resulted in the IDPH holding a public hearing,” he said. “By law, the hearing must take place at least 5 days before the proposed rules are to be presented to the Joint Committee on Administrative Regulations for a second 45-day comment period.” JCAR is a legislative committee responsible for reviewing and implementing state regulations.

That hearing will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Illinois Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield.

“This is the opportunity we hoped for to let the committee know in advance why it should reject the rules if IDPH does not withdraw them,” Kennedy said.

West Carroll FFA hosts blood drive and annual sales SAVANNA — West Carroll FFA is sponsoring an American Red Cross blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 5. at West Carroll High School.

Donors must be 16 or older.

Pork chops and snacks will be available for anyone who donates.

“Our goal this year is to get 132 pints of blood, and we will need a lot of help to reach this goal,” the FFA’s Rachel Dykstra said. “We would also like as many people as possible to donate double reds.”

Fruit and Manny’s frozen pizza sales are coming up. West Carroll FFA members will begin selling pizzas and fruit Monday. If you don’t know any FFAmembers and would like to order, call Kristen Houzenga at 563-219-6779 or Christy Ralston at 563-321-6039.

“This fundraiser is very important to the West Carroll FFA, and we hope to sell as many pizzas and fruit as we can,” Dykstra said.

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Letters and Commentary Response to Bork letter I am a independent voter of Whiteside County, but this is a response to Gerald Bork’s letter to the editor of Oct. 22.

Just in case some of you young whippersnappers (and some older ones) didn’t know this, it’s easy to check out. Be sure to show it to your kids.

They need a little history lesson on what’s what, and it doesn’t matter whether you are Democrat or Republican, facts is facts!

Our Social Security: Franklin Roosevelt , a Democrat, introduced the Social Security Program (FICA). He promised: 1) That participation in the program would be completely voluntary.

2) That the participants would only have to incomes into the program, 3) That the money the participants elected to put Into the program would be deductible from their income for tax purposes each year, the independent “trust fund” rather than into the general operating fund would only be used to fund the Social Security Retirement Program, and no other government program, and, 5) That the annuity payments to the retirees would never be taxed as income.

Since then, many of us have paid into FICA pot over these many years and are now receiving a Social Security check every month, then of the money we paid to the federal government to be “put away.”

Which political party took Social Security from the independent trust fund and put it into

the general fund so that Congress could spend it?

It was Lyndon Johnson and the Democratically controlled House and Senate.

Which political party eliminated the income tax deduction for Social Security (FICA) withholding? The Democrats. Which political party started taxing Social Security annuities? The Democratic Party, with Al Gore casting the tiebreaking deciding vote as president of the Senate, while he was vice president.

And my favorite: Which political party decided to start giving annuity payments to immigrants? That’s right! Jimmy Carter and the Democratic Party. Immigrants moved into this country, and at age 65, began to receive Social Security payments. The Democratic Party gave these payments to them, even though they never paid a dime into it!

Then, after violating the original contract, the Democrats turn around and tell you that the Republicans want to take your Social Security away! And the worst part about it is uninformed citizens believe it! If enough people receive this, maybe a seed of awareness will be planted and maybe changes will evolve. Maybe not, some Democrats are awfully sure of what isn’t so.

But it’s worth a try. Actions speak louder than bumper stickers.

Can Mr. Bork tell me that this letter is wrong? Thank you for taking time to read this and remember there is a third candidate. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we all broke the chain of being labeled a Republican or Democrat and vote them in?

Sincerely, Leroy Outwork Morrison

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If you’re over 65, you will receive a high-dose version of the vaccine ($52). There will be no out-of-pocket expense if you are covered by Medicare Part B (please present Medicare card) or a Medicare HMO accepted by FHN (list available at each location – covered persons MUST present the Medicare HMO card instead of the Medicare card for the billing process).

All immunizations not covered by Medicare or a Medicare HMO must be paid for by cash or check payable to FHN. The prices shown here are only available at these flu shot clinics; other rates may apply in FHN offices. No other insurance coverage can be accepted at these flu shot clinics, and per government regulations, no Medicaid cards can be accepted at these locations.

Because of federal guidelines to prevent identity theft, everyone must present a photo ID to receive an immunization.

Children can only be immunized if a written prescription from a physician indicating dosage is presented.

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Veterans commission working above and beyond?

Board member wants volunteer position to become paid

By TONY CARTON For the Prairie Advocate MOUNT CARROLL— Saying thanks to veterans has become a way of life for Steve and Caroline Phillips, who run the Veterans Assistance Commission in the Carroll County courthouse.

Without their tireless service and the support of their small army of volunteers, countless area vets would be without the benefits they earned defending their country.

Caroline is Steve’s assistant.

She was at her desk recently with a stack of paperwork and an incessantly ringing phone, nonetheless ready to talk about what it takes to get Carroll County veterans the help they deserve.

compensation, medical care, education, housing or home loans, counseling, PTSD support, job and memorials.

“It’s all paper once we get started,” she said. “We need your paper and mail that in, and then we wait. Sometimes it can take months.

They have to review everything and double check everything, and then when we hear back from them, we move to the next step.”

The VAC tries to keep in close contact with its applicants, because if there is an error, the process goes on hold until the

Veterans Assistance Commission The VAC’s new office hours are 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m.

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can be a painstaking process, but that’s what we do.”

Every situation is different, but it is vital to the success of an

“It is never up to my husband doesn’t,” Phillips said. “Those decisions are up to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. We don’t turn anybody away here in our Carroll County in the process so they receive the

ask for a copy of your DD-214, which is your discharge papers, and if you do not have it, we send away for it,” she said.

“The worst that can happen is that they will say no, so I think it’s important for veterans to come in, get started on their paperwork and go from there,” she said. to be open 13 hours a week, but anyone who’s had experience with

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furnish a place for a VAC, but the county sets employee pay.

Former VAC Director Butch Lease paid his secretary from his own wages, but Imel said he wants to see VAC assistant/secretary a budgeted county expense.

He is researching the VAC budgets of neighboring counties and will bring up the matter again before the new county budget is

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That works out to right around $5 an hour.

“What does that say about how we treat our veterans?”

As VAC assistant and secretary, Caroline Phillips should be on the payroll and not treated as a volunteer, he said.

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A march and a meal for Eastland homecoming

ABOVE: The Eastland High School Band performs during the homecoming parade Oct. 22 in Lanark. TOP RIGHT: The Eastland Lady Cougars Northwest Upstate Illini Conference Champion volleyball team enjoy the spotlight during the parade. BOTTOM RIGHT: Lanark Mayor John Huggins serves diners at the Lanark Chamber of Commerce tailgate cookout, held after the parade in the Heritage Center. (PA photos/Tom Kocal)

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To make statements that CMB and/or Bobby Schilling are selling citizenship is false and is insulting to members of Congress and to the good people that work in these local, state and federal jobs. These are hardworking individuals with the best of intentions who are being painted with a brush that is smearing the good work that they do and the new American jobs that come from a result of their oversight.

The 17th District has areas of high unemployment where new jobs through EB-5 would make a tremendous difference. CMB EB-5 investors have invested $1.5 billion of their own capital in projects where the total amount of spending exceeds $8 billion. CMB has helped create more than 90,000 new American jobs.

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Claudette Quarnstrom of Hanover is the winner of best of show winner in the advanced division was in the advanced fine arts division with her oil portrait “Olivia.”

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Lundquist retires

Administrative reports highlight meeting River Ridge school board receives course list, discusses Nov. retreat

By MICHAEL MILLER For Prairie Advocate

After 35 years with the Carroll County Soil and Water Conservation District, John Lundquist celebrates his upcoming retirement with his wife, Bev, an open house Oct. 17 at the Mount Carroll office. (PA photo/Lynnette Forth)

Poll update: Proposed sales tax for schools

By TOM KOCAL Editor, Prairie Advocate TKocal@prairieadvocate.com CARROLL COUNTY — An online poll at www.prairieadvocate. com asks readers their opinion of the proposed sales tax issue on Tuesday’s ballot.

As of press time, the results of After previously failing twice, a referendum to implement a 1 percent Carroll County Schools Facility Sales Tax is again being presented to citizens on the November ballot.

Will you support the user tax?

36% - Yes, I support our schools 100 percent 26% - No, we are already taxed too much 22% - Yes, but only if the state of Illinois rescinds the 67 percent income tax increase 11% - No, the state should make good on its state aid promises 5% - Other The two “no” selections indicate a 37 percent total, only 1 point ahead of the outright yes selection.

The majority say no, but it’s too close to call.

The 22 percent voting “Yes, but only if the state of Illinois rescinds the 67 percent income tax increase”, and the 5 percent “other” will have the third try at a schools facility tax, as will overall voter turnout, notoriously low during mid-term elections such as this year.

Illinois’ rescinded income tax issue will greatly depend on the outcome of the election as a whole.

Some candidates favor rescinding the 67 percent increase as promised by the Illinois Legislature when it was approved 2 years ago. Others want to keep it in force, having no other solutions to increasing income for the state, and not considering the option of cutting spending.

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The board discussed potential agenda items for the upcoming November retreat, and received an update on the Lorado Taft field trip from fourth-grade teachers Krista Fry and Lara Walters. This was an outdoor education program attended by 40 students and eight chaperones. Elementary Principal Beau Buchs thanked the Parent Teacher Organization for paying for lodging and food;

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The class of 2015 has selected New York City as the venue for its senior trip May 10-14; it will be a joint trip with the Scales Mound class of 2015.

Graduation ceremonies will he held at 1 p.m. May 24.

The board approved a motion to allow Sand Prairie Wireless to upgrade network switches to provide faster Internet speeds and greater efficiency for centralized management, at a cost of $8,745.

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Obituaries Dorothy M. Stoner

Dorothy M. Stoner, 90, of Lanark, passed away Sunday, Oct. 26, 2014 at Liberty Village in Freeport. She was born March 18, 1924 on a farm in Carroll County, a daughter of Howard and Marie (Willson) Derrer. She attended Rowland Rural School and was a 1942 graduate of Lanark High School.

Dorothy married Robert David Stoner on Nov. 30, 1944. He preceded her in death on May 23, 2011. They farmed all their lives in the Shannon and Lanark area.

She was a member of the First Brethren Church in Lanark, the Home Extension for more than 50 years, and the Rock Creek and Pomona Granges. Dorothy enjoyed quilting, reading, and puzzles. Her greatest pride and joy were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Surviving are her children, Darrell Lyle (Carol) Stoner and Duane Keith (Bonnie) Stoner, both of Shannon, her daughter-in-law, Beverly Stoner of Lanark, eight grandchildren, Melissa (Paul) Schake, Steven (Jamie) Stoner, Stephanie (Jason) Steen, Ryan (Shelley) Stoner, Sarah (Tim) Kaus, Calli Stoner, Cassi (Chris) Sturtz, and Codie (Amanda) Stoner, and 32 great-grandchildren.

Also surviving are her sisters and brothers, Ileen Knapp of Freeport, Betty Lindstrom of Lanark, Wayne Derrer of Lanark, Paul (Margene) Derrer of Roscoe and Helen Derrer of Shannon, her sisters-in-law, Betty Derrer of Shannon, Bev Derrer of Lanark, Jan (Jim) Dillow of Shannon, and Arlene (Merv) Diehl of Freeport.

Also preceding her in death were her parents, her stepmother, Miranda Derrer, a son, Dennis Stoner, her granddaughters, Staci and Traci Stoner, her great-granddaughter, Ebony Sturtz, and her brothers, Glenn and Lawrence Derrer.

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Patricia A. Gaar

Patricia A. Gaar, 88, of Savanna, died Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014 at Pinnacle Place in Savanna.

Her funeral was held Monday at Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna, with burial in Lower York Cemetery in Thomson.

Marvin T. Yenney

Marvin T. Yenney, 71, of Savanna, died Oct. 17, 2014, at Mercy Medical Center in Clinton, Iowa. His funeral was held Friday at Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna, and interment was in Center Hill Cemetery in rural Mount Carroll.

Jen, Lili, June and Adam Drinkall cut the ribbon, officially opening the Ivy Faith Drinkall Memorial Playground on Friday at Milledgeville Elementary School.

Ivy’s Playground dedicated in Milledgeville

By LYNNETTE FORTH For Prairie Advocate MILLEDGEVILLE — Jen, Lili, June and Adam Drinkall cut Faith Drinkall Memorial Playground

Harvey Kennedy

Harvey Lee Kennedy, 72, died Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014 at home. His funeral was held Thursday at Law-Jones Funeral Home, with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, both in Hanover.

Hildred Buikema

Hildred Buikema, 93, of Fulton, died Friday, Oct. 24, 2014 at her home. Her funeral will be held at 10:30 a.m. today at Spring Valley Reformed Church in Fulton. The Rev. Ralph Beidler, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be at Fulton Township Cemetery. BosmaRenkes Funeral Home of Fulton is handling arrangements.

RIGHT: Shoppers enjoy a cool, sunny afternoon at the Junk in the Trunk rummage sale held in Lanark City Park during the Oct. 21 Farmers Market. LEFT: Rob Wyeth holds a Blue Moon heirloom pumpkin that he grew. Wyeth attended Master Gardener Mary LaShelle’s pumpkin presentation at the Farmers Market. Did you know that 95 percent of all pumpkins grown in the U.S. are grown in Illinois? LaShelle said this state has more than 500 farms dedicated to growing nothing but pumpkins. (PA photos/Tom Kocal)

A retirement poem by Diana Searby I could have searched all over the U.S.A. But being postmaster of Lanark is best, I must say!

Just think - You’ll no longer have a motorcycle mama for a boss!

So as I retire, I will miss you, each and every one

hands down

been fun!

And just like evening twilight fades away

Each of you welcomed me from the very start Making all of you close to my heart.

The trek from Stockton to Lanark was well worth the miles As both employees and customers daily brought me smiles!

Working with you has always been a pleasure The friendships I’ve made I will always treasure!

So my postal career draws to an end But you’re each a shining star and a cherished friend!

I’ll think of you fondly and often, of that you can bet So be sure to wave as I ride off on my Harley into the sunset!

Diane invites you all for refreshments and to visit

PLUMBING & HEATING

— Karl Prowant — 303 Rt. 64 W, Lanark, IL

815 - 493 - 8127

here, look at them and remember that we will see Ivy again one day,� he said. “What a wonderful playground this is.�

Milledgeville elementary students were on hand to be the

Rummaging around in Lanark

Lanark Postmaster rides off into the sunset

FOR ALL YOUR PLUMBING, HEATING AND COOLING NEEDS!

Friday at Milledgeville School.

A large crowd attended the ceremony, which included an invocation by the Rev. Jeremy Cheezum, pastor of Forreston Grove Church in Forreston. “When you see kids playing

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Achievement Program honors county 4-H’ers MOUNT CARROLL – The Carroll County 4-H Achievement Program, which honors 4-H’ers for their hard work and accomplishments for the past year, will be held at 2 p.m.

Sunday at the Naaman Diehl Auditorium. “We will be giving out many awards for individual and

members, county award winners, volunteer recognition, plus much more,� said Leanne Rahn, Carroll County program coordinator, 4-H & youth. “Every 4-H family is encouraged to attend.�

Ice cream sundaes will be served.

Contact Rahn at lrahn@ illinois.edu or 815-244-9444 for more information.

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Carroll County Senior Services Organization

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Grape Vine Supplement NOVEMBER 2014 • www.ccseniorcenter.org • director@ccseniorcenter.org

Quiltin’ time CCSSO Quilters (from left) Nancy Flikkema, Jan Ulesich, Virginia DeSwarte, Bev Atherton, Nancy Cartwright, and Catherine Pokropinski are at the senior center from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays.

All are welcome to join them.

Call 815-244-1800 for more information.

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By Nancy Gable Thanksgiving: A time when levels of exercise, fresh air, sunautumn is coming to an end and shine, and perhaps not cultivating winter will soon burst forth, a speourselves surrounded and tempted things for which we are grateful, by foods that further reduce our and a wonderful time to renew and immunity to disease.

According to Columbia Unitighten relationships with family versity Health Services, when you and friends while enjoying good eat 100 grams of simple sugars, food together. the equivalent of 2.5 12-ounce Autumn to winter: As days cans of soda, your white blood get shorter and temperatures fall, cells are 40 percent less effective a whole lot more, getting less exer- at killing germs. This can cripple cise, fresh air, and sunshine, all of your immune system for up to 5 which are vital to our mental and hours! Add to the soda, all the pies, cakes, candies, etc. that appear physical health.

If you need a way to continue throughout the season, and it’s no

San Antonio, Texas Feb. 21 - March 1 Includes a tour of San Antonio, including a cruise through the famous River Walk District, the San Fernando Cathedral, the King William Historical District, and the El Mercado, which is patterned after an authentic Mexican market.

Visit the Alamo and take in an IMAX theater presentation.

Enjoy the Institute of Texan Cultures, San Antonio Missions National Historic Park, Oklahoma City National Memorial, the National Museum of the Pacific War, and the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin. Tour the LBJ ranch, the “Texas White House.” Cost is $700 per person for double occupancy.

getting your exercise, come to the Senior Center and use the exercise equipment we have available. The trip also will help you get some fresh air and sunshine, but be sure to also spend as much time outdoors as you can safely manage.

Grateful: Developing an attitude of gratefulness is vital to our mental peace and happiness, which also contributes to our overall healthfulness.

By choosing to look daily at all the good things in our lives (I’m sure you can think of many) and expressing thankfulness for those things to our god, our family, our friends, and even to strangers, our mental and physical stress levels go down, and our health improves. It can even boost our immune system

Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam Sept. 22 - Oct 2 Includes the IMAX Grand Canyon movie, Hoover Dam Visitor Center, Grand Canyon National Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Zion National Park,

the germs to which we become exposed.

I can’t change the seasons, but maybe I can help your immune system and attitude of gratefulness with this healthier desert recipe. It won’t harm your immune system, it’s packed full of good nutrition and delicious taste, and it’s easy to make, all things for which you can be grateful.

Don’t let the ingredients scare you. Try it, and share it at your next holiday gathering.

Black Bean Brownies

1 can (15 oz.) no-salt-added black beans (drained and rinsed) 1 cup date syrup or real maple syrup 1/2 cup carob powder or winter illnesses that seem to spread cocoa powder so easily.

Good food: Pies, cakes, can- seed 1 teaspoon baking powder spread about so easily in the winter 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

the Historic Route 66 Museum, the Mohave Museum of History and Arts and much more. Cost is $900 per person for double occupancy.

Call the Senior Center, 815-244-1800, for more information.

Condolences Our sincere sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Jim Callaway, of Lanark, who recently passed away.

Jim was a valued member of our Board of Directors since 2007. He most recently took on the project of obtaining pricing for and overseeing the installation of the new automated doors for the Senior Center.

His kindness and humor will be missed.

Upcoming dates care will be charged.

Don’t forget to “fall behind” by FYI setting your clocks back 1 hour The senior center will be open Nov. 1 before going to bed.

Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

Volunteer Party Friday, Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to noon Carroll County Senior Center will Wednesday, Dec. 3, 9 a.m. to to honor its volunteers at an open noon house luncheon from 11 a.m. to 3:30 No appointment is necessary. p.m. Dec. 4 at the center. ReservaBring your Medicare card with tions are requested by Dec. 1 at you; those not eligible for Medi- 815-244-1800.

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Meet new senior center employee Karen Holm Hi, I am Karen Holm, the new employee at Carroll County Senior Center. I grew up in Morrison and 1978. I was working at the Atwood factory at that time, and I stayed with the company until they shut the doors in 2003.

Then in 2004 I started working with my husband in the family septic pumping business. We bought our and we worked closely for the next 3 years, until 2007.

In 2008 I went to school, got working at Big Meadows in Good Samaritan in Mount Carroll.

During 2010 and early 2011 I went

back to school again, this time to get an associate’s degree in administration.

My hus-

Karen Holm

four children and nine grandchildren who keep us busy. My hus-

road, but I found out I am too much of a homebody to enjoy that lifestyle. I also enjoy being around people and helping people in any way I can.

Stop by and say hi when you are downtown in Mount Carroll.

The CCSSO Board members and staff wear purple ribbons for the Riverview Center during Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October.

Activities offered at the Senior Center MOUNT CARROLL – All Center in at 306 N. Main St. unless otherwise noted.

Recycling deal of money each year through the efforts of those who gather newspapers and aluminum cans in

Allen, Dale, Bob, Lawrence, Ray, Jim, Bud, Wayne, or Norma for more information.

Senior Shop

In Senior shop, talented senior and paint amazing crafts, and let the they could craft, let us know, and

those who bundle the paper and haul it to the local distribution centers.

We need more help with this project. The “gathering” people work a couple of hours a month in

out how to get it from a concept to a homemade treasure. Special projects can be requested, and the crafters will attempt your project if possible.

“bundlers” work at the Senior Center

Bingo is held at the Senior

or two to spare. The “loaders/haulers” help load and/or haul the papers to the distribution center.

Call 815-2441800 or see Keith,

Tuesday of the month. It is played with nickels and dimes, so make sure and bring some of your extra change as sometimes there are “big”

The Carroll County Senior Services Organization would like to thank the following who have made contributions to the Senior Center in October: Individuals Kelli Schaible Louise Kaufman Joyce Bonnell John Schneider Dorothy Smith Sandy Meinsma

Bingo

Contributions Jack and Diana Marken Beth Hatheway Glen and Gladys Richter Marjorie Martin Della and Roy Fox Dick Kehl Dorothy Myers Judy and Fred Thompson Larry Traum Janice Brunner Churches Thomson United Methodist

winners. JoEllen McCaskey from Pinnacle Place does the calling Good Sam does the calling on the third Tuesday. Mark your calendar, and join us. There is no charge, and

Pool Do you need to sharpen your balls and cue sticks. All we need are players. Come and check it out. No

Grandparents and Other Relatives Raising Children The GORRC support group will 815-244-1800 or 866-214-1959.

Lanark Church of the BrethrenWomen’s Fellowship Memorials Aaron Johnson Trust In memory of Howard and Brad Nelson from Dorothy Nelson In memory of Jan Smith from MaryAnn Hutchinson 2013-14 donors can be found in the annual report. Copies are available

Pinnacle Place is all inclusive to Seniors!

CCSSO November calendar of events Tuesday, Nov. 4 Crafters 9 a.m.-noon Bingo - 1 p.m.

Yoga - 4 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 6 Quilters – 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Yoga - 4 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 7 Flu shots and blood pressure checks, 9 a.m. - noon Foot clinic Saturday, Nov. 8 Lanark & Milledgeville paper Pickup 8-10 a.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 11 Agency meeting 8 a.m.

Nesteggers 1 p.m.

Yoga - 4 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 12 Foot clinic Thursday, Nov. 13 Quilters 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Yoga - 4 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 15 Chadwick paper Pickup 8-10 a.m.

Monday, Nov. 17 Foot clinic Tuesday, Nov. 18 Executive Board meeting 9:15 a.m.

Bingo - 1 p.m.

Yoga - 4 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 20 Quilters 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Yoga - 4 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 21 Rules of the Road - 9:3011:30 a.m.

Saturday, Nov. 22 Shannon paper Pickup 8:30-10:30 a.m.. south side of the park Tuesday, Nov. 25 GRG - 12:30 p.m.

Yoga - 4 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 26 Foot clinic Thursday, Nov. 27 Senior Center closed for Thanksgiving All meal sites closed Friday, Nov. 28 Senior Center closed for Thanksgiving holiday All meal sites closed

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November 2014 NICAA Golden Meals All Golden Meals for Carroll County will be prepared at the Savanna meal site. Delivery will be available Monday through Friday.

New senior center hours continue in November The Senior Center will be open from 8 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. during November.

We have received positive feedback about the new hours, and would appreciate continued feedback.

In December, we will return to usual hours of 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

on bun

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routes in Shannon and the sur

ered daily.

Open enrollment for Medicare underway sure you are in the best plan possible. appointment.

CCSSO assistance programs Transportation

Lanark: Saturday, Nov. 8 - 8 to 10 a.m.

Bank Parking Lot Milledgeville: Saturday, Nov. 8 - 8 to 10 a.m.

South side of grocery store Chadwick: Saturday, Nov. 15 - 8 to 10 a.m.

Village Hall Thomson: Papers will no longer be picked up in the Village.

Shannon: Saturday, Nov. 22 - 8 to 10 a.m.

South side of the City Park Lake Carroll: The Conference Center Shed has been torn down; the shed has been replaced with a plastic box in the same area. Please place papers in this container from now on.

Mount Carroll: Weekdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Senior Center

NOTES: No paper pickup if it is raining.

Phone books are welcome.

Recyclers cut off the binding and are able to use the paper.

Corrugated cardboard is also accepted and taken to Rolling Hills for their use. Please, no magazines, advertising slicks, or steel cans.

STATISTICS: October 2014 Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Paper Sold in October: 11.38 tons Monthly Total: $1081.10 Paper sold YTD: 32.06 tons Total YTD: $3093.20 5 Cent Cans sold October: $10 Pounds of Cans sold in October: 0 Pounds sold year to date: 0 Cans sold in October: $0 Cans sold year to date: $10

CCSSO Board of Directors and staff man CCT Dispatcher Chauffeurs (Van) surer Carroll County Senior

those who no longer drive or would rather have someone else do the driving

roll roll Bookkeeper

appointment.

Maintenance Savanna Executive Director

NIAAA Advisory Board Charlotte Miller NIAAA Board of Directors

Transportation Director County Board Liaison on Aging.

SHAP/SHIP Counselor Deb Connor here to serve you in whatever way possible.

November foot care clinics

Deb Connor

M’ville board member needed

ON THURSDAYS*!

We will deliver Groceries to your door...

CALL US ON THURSDAY BEFORE 11 A.M.

815-244-8625

Inside Mt. Carroll city limits, $2; Outside Mt. Carroll city limits, $5.

• Groceries will be delivered Thursday afternoon • Delivering to the Mt. Carroll, Lanark and Chadwick area • $20 minimum order outside Mt. Carroll. Excludes cigarettes & alcohol

following professional foot and nail leave their names and numbers at

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Three Convenient Banking Locations:

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Carroll County Tax-Aide seeks counselors MOUNT CARROLL – AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance service, needs volunteers to help Carroll their 2014 tax returns.

Tax-Aide provides free tax assistance to low- and mediumincome taxpayers, with emphasis on those older than 60. Volunteers receive free tax training. They must

have computer experience, because They need not be an AARP member.

Last year, 645 taxpayers were helped at the Carroll County site. Carroll County Tax-Aide also services employees on-site at the Rolling Hills Progress Center in Lanark.

Carroll County Tax-Aide is sponsored by the Carroll County Senior Center, the AARP Founda-

tion and the IRS. Call the senior center, 815244-1800, or district coordinator Mary Ann Hutchison, 815-2441405, for more information.

Donations to the Tax-Aide Computer Fund may be sent to CCSSO, P.O. Box 45, Mount Carroll, IL 61053, attention Nancy Gable. Be sure to clearly mark Tax-Aide Computer Fund on the check.

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Carroll County Transit has a winter wish list MOUNT CARROLL – Winter is on the way, and we here at Carroll County Transit are trying to get ready.

We give many rides to seniors, people with disabilities and others, so we need to be prepared for whatever may happen around the house or in your shopping cart that can help keep CCT riders safe, comfortable, and ready for emergencies.

The Answer Fitness helps bring you this issue of the Grape Vine

Here are some things we always need in the winter: • Kitty litter, which is great for getting vehicles unstuck.

• Umbrellas, for keeping winter weather off folks and out of new hairdos.

• Small blankets, used are OK. They’re good to have in winter. You

just never know.

• Paper towels, to help keep people and stuff neat and clean.

• Windshield Deicer, because driving is safer when you can see.

CCT is at the Carroll County Senior Center, 306 N. Main St. Go to www.ccseniorcenter.org or call 815-244-1800 or 866-214-1959 for more information.

Reasons to Vote Yes for the Corporate Tax increase in Shannon 1.

Shannon has the lowest tax rate in the county now and will still have the lowest after the increase

2.

EVAs have dropped in the last 4 years, so has the taxes collected on them which means less money for the Village to work with

3.

Village has offered health insurance to employees and it is increasing every year

4.

1967 was the last time the corporate tax was increased in Shannon

HEALTH BEAT

5.

Estimated cost per home $100,000-$140; $90,000$126; $70,000-$98; $50,000-$70

6.

some patience for me because I need

Money brought in will be used to maintain current Village services such as police hours/ full time Chief, leaf and snow removal,sidewalk improvements and so on

7.

Hello to all my health beat

to write about the 1% sales tax.

EDUCATION, THE GREAT PROVIDER!!!

There is a wise old Chinese proverb that states:

When we think about what is offered to our students attending our County schools you can be pretty such as reading, writing and math. If students are fairly good with these items, one day they may go off to college.

Lets stop for a moment and think about other educational options our youth have in our schools now, such as woodworking, welding, construction, graphic arts, automotive and auto body,and I think drafting. The knowledge gained from this aspect of education leads to fundamental talents and skills our earn a decent paycheck and become productive citizens where ever life may take them.

Give our youth the opportunity to eat for a lifetime. I, Mark Klein, a business owner in Carroll County urge you to give our kids a chance by voting YES to the 1% sales tax.

Heres to your health!

Mark Klein, Owner of The Answer Fitness, Tanning, & Nutrition Center

New tax will bring in $16,000 on top of the $21,000 currently brought in from the Corporate tax rate

The Village of Shannon will be holding an informational meeting on Oct 28 at 6:30 at the village hall about the referendum.

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ANNUAL REPORT Hanover Community Fire Protection District Balance on Hand as of 4/30/14: Checking Acct.

Balance $95,804.66; Certificates of Dep. $15,521.58; Savings Acct. $82,042.38. Total Cash on Hand $193,368.62.

Balance on Hand as of 4/30/13: Checking Acct.

Balance $106,249.02; Certificates of Dep. $15,474.77; Savings Acct. $81,838.13. Total Cash on Hand $203,561.92 REVENUES Carroll County Tax $3,298.41; JD County Claims Acct. $3,200.00; JoDaviess County Tax $110,967.37; IL Personal Property Replacement Tax $15,322.73; Illinois Municipal Fire Tax Fund $1,372.48; Interest Checking Account $98.31; Miscellaneous Income $2,728.00. TOTAL INCOME: $136,987.30.

EXPENSES A-1 Electric $19,980.00; Air Gas LLC $43.00; Alec Henkins $300.00; Alexis Fire Equipment $22.54; Apple River State Bank $25,025.00; AT&T $14.34; Blackhawk Fire Fighters Assoc Dues $194.00; Bob Riggins Ford Inc $28,785.00; Breathing Air Systems $683.00; Card Member Service $1,708.08; Corey’s Gas Co. $3,485.10; Dave Bourett Conet $400.00; Dave’s Lawn Mowing $755.00; Duane Brotherton $35.00; Elizabeth Garage $1,678.00; Emergency Medical Products $125.20; Fire Text Response $2,550.00;

Five Alarm $1,165.68; Frontier $789.66; Guy’s Service & Towing $3,224.64; Hanover Motors $101.45; Hanover Park District $50.00; Hanover Vol. Fire Dept. $1,942.00; Harold Clark Checks $57.85; ILAssoc of Fire Protection District $300.00; Illinois Fire Store $1,674.68; Jim Harris $1,900.00; Jo Carroll LRA $415.26; Jo Carroll Energy $1,235.71; Jo Carroll Energy (Internet) $329.45; Jo Daviess Hwy Dept. $2,120.77; MABAS $225.00; Mark Honerbaum $46.76; Meyers & Shaulis $3,754.43; Mileage at .50 per mile $756.00; Miner Agency (VFIS Ins.) $13,232.00; Mobile Electronics $2,830.08; Mobile Fire Equipment $123.25; NFPA $300.00; NICOR Gas $3,139.46; Office Supplies $79.92; Personal Concepts $25.00; PM Service $578.75; Powernet Global $75.35; Prairie Advocate $330.00; Quad City Safety $223.07; River Cities Htg. $6,195.00; Rock River Service Co. $112.00; River Valley Collision $1,709.20; Robert’s Plumbing & Htg. $195.00; Rock River Service Co. $492.91; Sandry Fire Supply $413.88; Sullivan Foods $101.30; Travelers Insurance $3,209.00; True Value Hdwr $898.78; US Postal Service $119.60; Village of Hanover $3,144.35; HCFPD Board $2,900.00; Fire Chief $580.00; Asst. Chief $300.00. TOTAL EXPENSES: $147,180.60.

Hanover Community Fire Protection District /s/ GARY MULLANE Treasurer

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SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS

By Craig Lang Prairie Advocate Sports

Varsity volleyball scores

Oct. 20 AFC 2, Forreston 0 (26-24, 25-17) Oct. 21 Le-Win 2, Pearl City 1 (25-11, 21-25, 25-20) Stockton 2, West Carroll 0 (25-7, 25-19) Morrison 2, Prophetstown 0 (25-10, 25-13) Bureau Valley 2, Sterling Newman 0 (25-16, 25-23) Fulton 2, Riverdale 0 (25-13, 25-21) Sterling 2, Ottawa 1 (20-25, 25-18, 25-22) Rock Falls 2, Winnebago 0 (25-16, 25-20) Erie 2, Sherrard 0 (25-18, 25-15) Oregon 2, Dixon 0 (25-13, 25-20) Kewanee 2, Amboy 1 (14-25, 29-27, 25-21) Oct. 22 Milledgeville 2, Polo 0 (25-18, 25-13) Prophetstown 2, Annawan 1 (25-22, 17-25, 25-20) Oct. 24 Eastland 2, Le-Win 0 (25-20, 25-13) Forreston 2, Milledgeville 1 (25-20, 19-25, 25-21) Stockton 2, Pearl City 1 (25-13, 23-25, 25-18) Morrison 2, Rockridge 0(2516, 25-11) LaSalle-Peru 2, Sterling 1 (2225, 25-17, 25-21) Rockford Lutheran 2, Rock Falls 0 (25-19, 25-23) Fulton 2, Sherrard 1 (25-15, 21-25, 25-16) Freeport Aquin 2, AFC 0 (2521, 25-18) Dakota 2, Durand 0 (25-17, 25-13) Orion 2, Prophetstown 0 (2517, 25-11) Erie 2, Riverdale 0 (25-17,

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EPC’s Cody Kluck is off on a 78-yard kickoff return touchdown during the fourth quarter Friday evening against the Forreston Cardinals in Lanark. Cody and the ‘Catz improved their record to 9-0 with the 54-21 victory. (PA photo/Craig Lang)

Milledgeville Lady Missile Taylor Haag tips the ball over the net between Forreston defenders Rebekah Wilken (10) and Courtney Wolf (13) during Thursday’s match at Forreston. The Lady Cardinals won, 25-20, 19-25 and 25-21. (PA photo/Craig Lang) 25-22) Byron 2, Dixon 0 (25-14, 25-14) Oregon 2, Stillman Valley 0 (25-16, 25-9)

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Oct. 24 EPC 54, Forreston 21 Milledgeville 22, AFC 16 Durand 41, West Carroll 20 Morrison 21, Port Byron/ Riverdale 7 Dakota 42, Stockton 26 Freeport Aquin 41, River

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SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS Continued . . .

Final regular season football standings

NUIC (Northwest) 1. EPC – 8-0, 9-0; 2. Forreston – 7-1, 8-1; 3. Galena – 6-2, 7-2; 4.

Le-Win – 5-3, 6-3; 5. Dakota – 4-4, 5-4; 6. Durand – 3-5, 4-5; 7. South Beloit – 1-7, 2-7; 8. West Carroll – 1-7, 1-8; 9. Pecatonica – 1-7, 1-8 NUIC (Upstate) 1. Freeport Aquin – 7-1, 7-2; 2.

Polo – 7-1, 7-2; 3. Stockton – 7-1, 7-2; 4. Warren – 5-3, 5-4; 5. East Dubuque – 4-4, 5-4; 6. Milledgeville – 3-5, 3-6; 7. AFC – 2-6, 3-6; 8/ River Ridge – 1-7, 1-8; 9. Orangeville – 0-8, 0-9 Three Rivers (North) 1. Sterling Newman – 6-0, 9-0; 2. Erie/Prophetstown – 4-2, 6-3; 3.

Fulton – 4-2, 6-3; 4. Amboy – 4-4, 5-4; 5. Bureau Valley – 3-3, 4-5; 6.

Morrison – 1-5, 1-8; 7. Port Byron/ Riverdale – 0-6, 0-9 Northern Illinois Big 12 (West) 1. Geneseo – 4-0, 9-0; 2. Sterling – 3-1, 6-3; 3. Ottawa Twsp. - 2-2, 2-7; 4. Rochelle – 1-3, 3-6; 5. LaSallePeru – 0-4, 0-9

IHSA Football Playoffs (First Round)

Class 1A (7-2) Ottawa Marquette at (7-2) Polo, 2 p.m. Saturday (6-3) Le-Win at (7-2) Stockton,

1 p.m. Saturday (6-3) Fulton at (8-1) Forreston, 6 p.m. Saturday (5-4) Dakota at (7-2) Freeport Aquin, 1 p.m. Saturday (5-4) Warren at (7-2) Galena, 1 p.m. Saturday Class 2A (5-4) Amboy at (9-0) EPC, 5 p.m. Saturday Class 3A (5-4) Aurora Christian at (9-0) Sterling Newman, 2 p.m. Saturday (5-4) Chicago (Raby) at (5-4) Oregon, 7:30 p.m. Friday (5-4) Byron at (8-1) Chicago (Bowen), noon Saturday (6-3) Erie/Prophetstown at (8-1) St. Joseph-Ogden, 4 p.m. Saturday Class 4A (4-5) Chicago (Payton) at (9-0) Rockford Lutheran, 7 p.m. Friday (6-3) Richmond-Burton at (7-2) Dixon, 1 p.m. Saturday Class 5A (6-3) Sterling at (6-3) Burlington Central, 1 p.m. Saturday (5-4) Belvidere at (9-0) Geneseo, 1 p.m. Saturday Class 6A (5-4) Rockford Boylan at (9-0) Lagrange Park (Nazareth Academy), 6 p.m. Saturday Class 7A (6-3) Rockford Auburn at (8-1) Rockton Hononegah, 4 p.m.

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The Eastland sixth-grade girls volleyball champs are Madison Cropper (front left), Torey Leverton, Bailey Thede, Abby Byer, Alyssa Miller, Ashley Janssen, Kathryn Sutphen, and Shelby Homan (back left), Karlie Krogman, Chloe Bouvia, Sarah Beyer, Laci Lessman, Paige Bardell, Kiley True and Coach Sarah Witt. Emma Jones is not pictured. (Courtesy of Becky Krogman)

Eastland wins volleyball tournament title The Eastland sixth-grade girls place at the volleyball tournament Oct. 11 in Lanark. Teams competing were Eastland, Chadwick, Orangeville, Pearl City, Lena, Polo and West Carroll.

The girls would like to thank the following sponsors who made donations toward their concession stand: Jeannine Kaylor, Straddle Creek Show Cattle, Brothers Restaurant, Lanark Food Center, Crooked Roof, Casey’s and the

Shannon Café.

Thank you to Coach Sarah Witt for volunteering her time to coach, to the Levertons for organizing the concession stand, and to all the parents for their donations and support during the season.

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The West Carroll Greenhand Quiz Bowl Team 1 is Katie Hoffman (front), Emma Aljets (back left), Leland Houzenga, and Leslie Neis. The four won the Section 1 FFA Greenhand Quiz Bowl CDE held Oct. 22 at Scales Mound High School.

WC Greenhand Quiz Bowl team The West Carroll Greenhand Quiz Bowl Team 1 took the Section 1 FFA Greenhand Quiz Bowl CDE Oct. 22 at Scales Mound High School.

West Carroll 1 won the doubleelimination tournament the hard then won eight games, defeating River Ridge 2 twice in the title match.

The top four teams were West Carroll 1, River Ridge 2, River Ridge 1, and West Carroll 2.

Competing on West Carroll 2 were Abbigail Law, Riley Sullivan, Ashton Wand and Shaelynn Williams.

West Carroll’s third team, which did not place, and consisted of Dean Holm, Karson Metz, Gavin Cox and Dana Fee. Teams from Scales Mound, Le-Win and Forreston also competed.

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Class of 1957, 1958, 1959: Dorothy Thomasson Noble (front left), Arletta Gordon Helms, Judy Fossett Piller, Jancie Rahn Law, Shirley Kness Woessner, and JoElla Spanogle Frint, and Wilma Etnyre Wolfe (back left), Sharon Stein Miller, Shirley Janssen Rogers, Robert Yingling, William Yingling, Leo Pauley, and Richard Rogers. The Classes of 1950-53 are pictured on Page B10.

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Chadwick High School reunion

The annual Mercy Hospice Quilt is unveiled by designer and quilter Sue Tappe (left), Sue Ann Bigwood, Marge Mason, and Karen Bartachek at a ceremony attended by family members and friends of those who died, and Mercy employees.

The Chadwick High School Classes of 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953 were among those that met Sept. 4 at Manny’s for a “Nifty ‘50s” luncheon and party. Pictured are Nancy Farthing Gipe (front left), Darlene Andresen Hogan, Wanda Brown Stewart, Marie Iben Rolafson, Joyce Rahn Janssen, Joan Blakeslee Scott, and Shirley Prowant Slothower, and Wayne Linker (back left), Kenneth Imel, Roy Hufftetler, Junior Adolph, and Richard Janssen. Not pictured: Joe Montague.

Mercy Hospice unveils annual quilt CLINTON, Iowa — The 12th Mercy Hospice Quilt, titled “Seasons of Life,” was designed

by Sue Tappe to convey the message of the seasons of life, love and happiness.

The annual Hospice Quilt lists those who died and who had been touched, in any way, by the support and services provided by Mercy Hospice. Family members are encouraged to touch the name of their loved ones stitched in the quilt as part of a healing process.

Tappe began making and donating the quilts after her husband died in 2002.

“We want to thank all the caregivers that looked after these loved ones as they were taking their journey to the next life,” Tappe said. “They are family members, friends, neighbors, religious counselors and the Mercy Hospice staff. This journey would be unbearable without all their care and love.”

The Mercy Hospice Quilt is IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEEN JUDCIAL CIRCUIT, CARROLL COUNTY ILLNOIS NOTICE OF THE DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JUDITH A. COX Notice is given to creditors of the death of JUDITH A. COX, and that letters of office were issued on August 12, 2014, appointing LORI L. LAW, of 9243 Scenic Bluff Rd, Savanna, IL 61074, and STACY G. KESSLER, of 923 Fallen Leaf Ct., Greenback, TN, 37742, as Independent Executors, whose attorney is named below.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk of Carroll County, 301 N. Main St., Mount Carroll, IL 61053, or with the representatives, or both, on or before April 15, 2015, or, if mailing or delivery of notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in the notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representatives or to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 15th day of October, 2014.

REBECCA L. HUIZENGA Attorney for the Estate 1011 4th Street P.O. Box 102 Fulton, IL 61252 (815) 589-2859

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Located 3 mi. E. of Mt. Carroll. Down lane.

Auctioneer’s Note: Well Cared for Items TRACTORS, FARM RELATED & MOWERS SELLING AT NOON: 1951 MM Z, n.frt., gas; 1967 MF 1100 w/BushHog hyd. loader, D., w.frt., 3 pt., bale tines, 593hrs; 18.4-38 tractor chains; 12ft. Case tandem disc w/cylinder; MM 2-bottom pull-type plow; 3pt. posthole digger; 1949 Farmall Cub w/Woods 42 belly mower, w/frt., rear wts.; 3pt. Woods Brushbull Extreme; JD X749 Ultimater BB84, D., 4x4, 496hrs, 54in. deck; Dixie Chopper Magnum 2460 mower w/ Kawasaki FS7300, gas; 1990 Honda Fourtrax 300 4x4; JEEP: 04 Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4, V8; 124,585mi., blue w/gray interior, p. everything, hitch, newer tires; ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES: settee; oak rocker; Markman repeater BB gun; oak dresser w/mirror; walnut drop-leaf table; parking meter; lg. qu. signs; lighted Miller Lite Bears; Busch pool table light; hanging Old Style light; 3 guitars-signed David Lee Roth, Kevin Costner; 50’s b&w TV; decoys; corner cupboard; HOUSEHOLD: 3 flat screen TV’s; chest freezer; refrig.; oak table w/2 leaves & 6 chairs; oak hutch; mission style sofa table & stands; sm. roll-type desk; queen sleigh bed w/pillowtop mattress; king bed-complete w/brass headboard; recliners; leather sofa & loveseat; lane cedar chest; table w/4 caster chairs; bar table & 4 chairs; 10 chrome bar stools; history & art books; art & framing supplies; easel; drafting table; gas grill; 2 patio sets; outhouse, insulated doghouse-both on skids; lawn ornaments; EMERALD: Columbian EIC 3.14ct. emerald stone; SPORTING: paddle boat; port. deer blind w/gas heater; crossbow & arrows; 6-gun gun cabinet TERMS: CASH OR CHECK. MUST HAVE PHOTO ID TO REGISTER JIM CALHOUN, AUCTIONEER IL LIC.440000333 MT. CARROLL 815-244-9660 FOR FULL LISTING & PICTURES www.calhounauction.com CALHOUN AUCTIONS

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The following Real Estate and Machinery (listing to appear at a later date) will be offered at Public Auction located at 16292 West Robin Road, Polo, IL 61064. Directions - Northwest of Polo, IL on US 52 approx.

2 miles to Robin Road, then left 1.5 miles on Robin Road to sale sight.

Watch for Auction Signs.

See advance salebills, possible color photos on our website at topauctions24-7.com/paspolo & Auction Zip

Friday, December 5, 2014

Real Estate - 10:00 am • Machinery - 11:00 am Real Estate

The approximate 199.84 acres [located in Section 23, Eagle Point Township, Ogle County, Illinois] will be offered in three parcels. The farmland has a productivity Index of 137.6 with soil types of Osco, Huntsville, Lawson and Ogle. The farm will be surveyed.

Parcel 1 - Approximately 120 acres on the east side of the farm with mostly tillable ground.

Parcel 2 - Approximately 65 acres on the west side of the farm with mostly tillable ground.

Parcel 3 - Approximately 15 acres of fenced pasture and improvements which include a house, barn, 2 sheds and corn crib.

Parcel 1 and 2 will be sold by the acre, while Parcel 3 will be sold by the total dollar.

Terms - Highest Bidder(s) will pay 10% down day of sale and will enter into an Auction Sale Contract. Seller will provide title insurance. Balance will be due on or before February 1, 2015. The 2014 taxes due in 2015 will be paid by the seller and all subsequent taxes are paid by the buyer.

All announcements day of sale take precedence over printed material.

Tom Suites is the attorney for the Trust. For more information or viewing of the property contact Public Auction Service (Lyle Hopkins) or Lenny Bryson.

DBG Trust - owner

A complete list of farm machinery and miscellaneous items will follow at a later date.

Gene Schmidt Estate - owner Auctioneers: Polo, IL 61064 Lenny Bryson (IL#440000158) 815-946-4120 Mark Ebert (IL#440000341) 815-946-2809

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Opal Croffoot

208 W. NORTH ST., PEARL CITY, IL

13972 LORAN RD., MT. CARROLL

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HOUSEHOLD: self-clean gas stove; fridge; washer & gas dryer; dehumidifier; (2) 3pc. dbl. bedroom sets; rd. maple table w/2 leaves, 4 chairs, hutch; ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE: Aurand’s Store Kent beater jar; sq. oak table & 6 cane chairs; chrome table & 4 chairs; oak drop-leaf table; chrome drop-leaf table; (2) trunks w/trays; folding highchair; dresser w/mirror; Gilbert pendulum clock; postcard album; Minnesota treadle sew machine; galv. tubs; copper boiler; organ stool; crocks; 1858 green fruit jars; Beyer’s Store Loran & Schuler Hardware thermometer; catalog holder; ½ pt. Freeport dairy bottles; cuckoo clock; assorted glassware; anniv. clock; china cabinet; table w/2 leaves, 6 chairs, buffet; Ger. china-12; child’s stove; dolls; wicker fernery; vintage clothing; ladies hats & hankies; cream separator; wicker buggy; tea tin; cast iron fry pans & kettles; lamp tables; gas light fixture; sleds; MOWERS, SNOWBLOWER & GARAGE ITEMS: Toro S140 snowblower; Noma Signature riding mower; Mantis tiller; JD push mower w/bagger; MANY MORE ITEMS TERMS: CASH OR CHECK. MUST HAVE PHOTO ID TO REGISTER JIM CALHOUN, AUCTIONEER IL LIC.440000333 MT. CARROLL 815-244-9660 FOR FULL LISTING & PICTURES www.calhounauction.com

The Auction Shed

Location: The Auction Shed at 900 S. Division Ave (Rt 26), Polo, IL 61064 See advance salebills, possible color photos on our website at topauctions24-7.com/paspolo & Auction Zip

Sunday, November 2, 2014 9:30 am Lunch by Cliff’s Donuts & More

Items belonging to the Stremmel Family, Lesage Family, Edward Ludwig, Virginia Gustafson & others. Viewing will be Saturday, November 1 between 9 am & 12:00 noon. Second ring (showcase items, furniture, etc) will start at 12:00 noon. Remember Time Change!

Household - Tools - Guns Admiral refrigerator; numerous tables, chairs, buffets; high table & 4 chairs; usual kitchenware & sm appliances; set of flatware in case; crock bowls; cookbooks; high chair; sofas; recliners; entertainment center; coffee & end tables; lamps; wood file cabinet; desks; misc chairs; chests; cedar chests; remote elec fireplace; metal shelves; 6’ folding table; Chess set; golf clubs; child’s easel blackboard; exercise equip; bikes; snow skis; Health o meter standing scale; fishing poles & fly rods; several old tackle boxes loaded; live trap; alum canoe; gas grill; lawn chairs; yard fence; lawn & garden tools; few assorted hand tools; flower pots; 2 bu alum basket; wheelbarrow; AgriFab lawn cart; snow blade; Werner 16’ & 20’ ext ladders; step ladders; Delta 10” bench saw; car ramps; gas heater, 100 lb LP tank, hoses, etc; Enerpac porta power; Pacer pump w/gas engine & hoses; torch cart; Boito 20 ga double barrel, made in Brazil; Remmington .22 bolt action w/Weaver scope; plus lots more.

Collectibles Dry sink; parlor table; chest w/hanky drawers; cupboards; enamel top table & chairs; cane bottom chairs; piano stool; spring seat; copper boiler; old fruit jars; Rockford Dairy cream can; lg brass pail; Horn seeder; Howe balance scale w/ brass tray; NSC duck hut; 4 wood decorative ducks; license plates; license plate signs; wood kegs; leather pistol holster; various leaded glass windows; 2 Army helmets; arrowheads; umbrella holders; canes; old pictures; autograph books from 1800’s; few Ogle Co Republican newspapers from 1914 - 1920; various Chevy parts books & manuals from ’30’s; Chevrolet Collector books, Club pins, 2 -’41 model cars, 3 pocket watches by Elgin & memorabilia; Larcet ladies pennant watch; pocket knives incl Buster Brown, Chevy & others; Hoover for President sign; campaign buttons; various old cans; collector spoons; 6 silver spoons J&A Simmone 1805-1813; foreign coins; copper coffee pots; green & white tea set; ’41 Connecticut angling license; very sm wood music box; Isaac Ball funeral Home thermometer calendar; mink coats; various crocks, jugs & jars; pitcher & bowl; set Haviland Limoge china; numerous pieces Van Briggle; Royal Haeger; several Flow Blue plates; spongeware; qt, pt, creamer, cream top milk bottles (Bushman, Coss, TipTop, Fairview, Muller, Hawthorn, Krueger Farms, Iowana Farms); plus much more.

Auctioneers: Polo, IL 61064 Clerks: Public Auction Service Lenny Bryson (IL#440000158) 815-946-4120 Lyle & Sheryl Hopkins (IL#440000185) Mark Ebert (IL#440000341) 815-946-2809 815-946-2660 or 800-848-9519 Terms - Cash, good check, Master Card, Visa, Discover and American Express credit cards. All items must be settled for day of sale. Number system will be used, have proper ID. Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold.

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By Gloria Yoder Dear Friends Both Far and Wide, Hello from Flat Rock, Illinois!

We’re having a full, yet interesting week. There are two things I’m especially looking forward to this week.

One is a brand new armoire my husband is making for my birthday, and the other is a new pony that will be arriving on Friday. Hopefully in more details about the pony.

When my husband, Daniel, asked me what I’d like to have as a birthday gift from him I just didn’t know what to tell him. All at once it clicked. I said I’d be thrilled to have a new armoire for all our winter coats, jackets, shoes, etc. That would be a large enough gift for me to last for two birthdays, I told him!

Now with fall here and winter just around the corner we began discussing how big to make it, what kind of wood to use and what style to make it. With Daniel being an expert at building furniture, he was full of good ideas and did a wonderful job designing a print for it.

On Monday he built, stained

Next the children split up into several groups, going into separate rooms with their teacher. Each class has a different workbook. The youngest ones have a Bible story and picture to color that goes with the story. They also have a Bible verse to memorize. The oldest classes have booklets that tell them which chapter to study as well as questions they have to answer about their chapter for the day, along with a memory verse.

While the children go to their classes, the remaining part of the congregation has a chapter that is read by one of the ministers followed by a discussion by the men and boys about the chapter.

Sunday school teachers take turns by trading off every half year.

Right now it’s Daniel’s turn.

He is teaching the 12- to 15-yearolds. He enjoys his class. We decided to invite the children to our house for supper while the

weather is still pleasant enough to be outside. We want to build a there. They also plan to help Daniel remove some cockleburs that we have in our pasture. So that will also give Daniel a lift.

I think I’ll make pizza for their supper. That’s something that most people like. I’ll share one of our favorite pizza recipes with you. Instead of using pizza sauce, you spread the crust with barbecue sauce.

To me, one of the biggest secrets in preparing a tasty pizza is making sure it’s moist enough by not overbaking the crust and adding plenty of sauces. Daniel has sharp taste buds, especially with spices, so he likes it when I use plenty of seasonings as well.

Of course, ingredients may be added or omitted according to your taste. In the sour cream mixture I like using onion powder as a seasoning, WE ARE LOCATED AT:

110 W. Carroll Street

Amy Barnes, Managing Brokerr

LANARK (815) 493 - 2323 LAKE CARROLL (815) 864 - 2390 TOLL FREE (866) 493 - 2300 www.isenhartrealty.com

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a rod for coats and jackets as well as seven drawers for smaller items.

Julia is all excited about having a drawer of her own for her jackets, scarves, and little pink gloves.

Tomorrow evening we plan to have Daniel’s Sunday school class here for supper and the evening.

Perhaps the boys will be able to help him bring the armoire in.

Talking about Daniel’s Sunday school class, you may or may not be familiar with our Sunday schools, so I’ll explain. Every other Sunday, we as a congregation gather for church services. On the “in between” Sunday we again all get together for Sunday school. After singing several songs, one of the men shares a brief devotional and leads in prayer.

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Mouth-Watering Homemade Pizza

Layer the following on a baked crust: Cheese of your choice Sour cream with a dash of liquid smoke and your choice of seasonings Grilled turkey breasts, diced Ham, chunked Pepperoni Onions, diced Peppers, diced Barbecue sauce Cheese of your choice Barbecue Sauce 1/2 cup ketchup 3 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon Worchestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon onion salt 1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard Combine until blended.

Gloria Yoder is an Amish mom, writer, and homemaker in rural Illinois. The Yoder’s travel primarily by horse-drawn buggy and live next to the settlement’s one-room school-house. Readers with culinary or cultural questions can write to Gloria at The Amish Cook, PO BOX 157, Middletown, Ohio 45042

Public Auction Thurs., October 30, 2014 — 6:00 PM

Doors open @ 5:00 PM Tipton Auction Service 3001 IL. Rt. 84, Thomson, IL 61285 Antique, Collectible, old toys, Household, Sewing Material, Yarn, 15 tables of new and like new Christmas and Halloween decorations.

Make sure to watch for updates and link to pictures of this auction @ www. TiptonAuctionService.net Frank Tipton Auctioneer: ftipton@grics.net, 815-590-8206 Lunch by Dusty’s 815-259-5015 Always looking for coins and firearms — Your Auctioneer with an FFL Visa, M/C and Discover accepted

Auction

After a lifetime of collecting the following signs and memorabilia, they will be offered at Public Auction located at 900 South Division Ave, Polo, IL 61064 (indoor facility).

Saturday, November 15, 2014 at 9:30 am

Preview of the items will be Friday, November 14, 2014 between 12:00 noon and 3:00 pm. Doors open sale day at 8:00 am.

MT. CARROLL - $40,000 MT. CARROLL - $55,000 MT. CARROLL - $65,000 2 Story, 2 BR, 1 BA, 1 Car Garage 2 Story, 4 BR, 2 BA, 1 Car Garage Ranch, 3 BR, 1 BA, 1 Car Garage

MT. CARROLL - $79,900 MT. CARROLL - $87,400 MT. CARROLL - $89,900 2 Story, 4 BR, 2.5 BA, 2 Car Garage 1.5 Story, 4 BR, 2 Acres, 2 Car Garage 2 Story, 3 BR, 2 BA, 1 Car Garage

to be assembled. Living in a mobile home, every square foot of space since we don’t have an entrance or closet for winter garb. By tomorrow evening it will probably be ready to be brought into the trailer.

Then, of course, the fun part

along with salt and garlic salt.

MT. CARROLL - $109,500 MT. CARROLL - $143,000 MT. CARROLL - $149,900 Ranch, 3 BR, 1.5 BA, 1 Car Garage Ranch, 3 BR, 1F&2H BA, 2 Car Garage Ranch, 4 BR, 1.5 BA, 1 Car Garage

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MT. CARROLLand/or CHADWICK: Country homes, 3 bedrooms, 2 car garages, large yard. 815-499-0463 CHADWICK: 2 bedroom apartment, first floor. Stove and refrigerator included. $375/mo. + deposit. 815499-0463 CHADWICK: Nice 2 bedroom apartment. Stove/Frig, A/A, Garage.

815-684-5660 LANARK: $50.00 off - Move In Special Very large, energy efficient, 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment.

Central air, outside deck, garage optional, some utilities included.

Special discounts may apply. No pets. 815-238-2673.

MT. CARROLL: 2 BR apartments available NOW. Rent based on 30% of adjusted gross income. Major appliances, off street parking, on

site laundry facilities, air conditioning, water, sewer and garbage collection included. Please call 1-800-686-4041 or 608-8227368. This Institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Equal Housing Opportunity.

MILLEDGEVILLE: 4 bedroom home. References required. $550/ month. 815-499-1793

FOR SALE

GREAT STARTER HOME 503 W. Park St. Morrison, IL 1 BR, 1 Bath, 651 SF. Hardwood FL in LR Kitchen, dining and laundry are of an open floor plan Access from kitchen to partial screened porch and one car detached garage. Asking $40,000 Inquire about listing at Advantage One Credit Union: 1-877-772-7215

700+ Seed Corn Signs & Memorabilia

Nearly 50% of the signs are metal plus fiber, plastic and paper. There are dealer, test plot, field day and field signs. Also license plate signs, patches, bullet pencils, pens, pencils, clocks and thermometers. Various major seed company signs in metal, fiber and plastic.

For detailed list contact PAS or checkout on websites: topauctions24-7.com/paspolo or auctionzip.com (go to Auctioneer Directory, then Public Auction Service)

Paul Deets Estate

Auctioneers: Polo, IL 61064 Clerks: Public Auction Service Lenny Bryson (IL#040000158) Lyle & Sheryl Hopkins (IL#040000185) Mark Ebert (IL#040000341) 815-946-2660 or 800-848-9519 Terms - Cash, good check, Master Card, Visa, Discover and American Express credit cards. All items must be settled for day of sale. Number system will be used, have proper ID. Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold.

Dyle & Grace Barrett” Personal Property Auction

Saturday, November 1, 2014 @ 10:00 A.M.

3723 Business 20 West, Freeport, IL (Vehicles & Firearms to sell @ Noon)

Auctioneers Note: A super clean auction with Two great vehicles, Firearms, Ham Radio Equipment, Quality tools & more.

Vehicles: 2007 Dodge Dakota SLT Quad Cab with topper, V8 engine only 24,000 miles; 2011 Chevy Impala Flex Fuel, 3500 V6 engine only 15,000 miles. (both vehicles have been well cared for and maintained, a rare opportunity.) Firearms & Ammo: Remington Model 870 12 Ga. shotgun; Smith & Wesson Model 1000 20 Ga. Shotgun; Winchester Model 490 22 cal. rifle w/Tasco 4X32 scope; Stevens Model 87D 22 cal. rifle w/ Bushnell Sportview 3x-7x,20mm scope; Stevens Model 15-A 22 cal. bolt action rifle; Marlin Model 81-DL 22 cal. bolt action rifle; J.C. Smith Double Barrel 12 Ga. by Hunter Arms Co., Fulton N.Y.; Ammo: Remington 525 Golden Bullet 22 cal. Value Pack (1 full box & 1 partial); Winchester 12 Ga. Heavy Target Load (1 full box). Gun cabinet. (All Federal & State Laws Apply; All transfer docs to be Handled by Smokin’ Gun Worx of Forreston, IL with a $25.00 fee). Ham Radio Equipment (Dyle has an extensive selection of quality Ham Radio and related equipment; plus antenna towers.) ICOM: 745, 16010M transceiver; 746 Pro, HF/50/144 transceiver; PS 125 supply, power supply 746 Pro; AT 500 Tuner, 160-10M auto-tuner (2); IC5510, 50 MHZ transceiver; SP 20 Speaker; SP 3 speaker (2); 251A, 144 MHZ transceiver; SM^ microphone. Ameritron: ALS-600, 600 W solid state amp (2). Workman: PS25 DC power supply, 13.8 VDC regulated.

Realistic: Pro 2006 scanner, 25-1300 MHX scanner. Heil: Hm-i, icom micorphone; SB-1, mic stand. Kenwood: 7950, 144 MHZ transceiver. KDK: FM-2025A, mobile 144 MHZ Trans. Rohn: 3 tower top, 6 intermediate pieces. Plus more. Woodworking, power & hand tools; L&G tools: Electronic band saw; Belt sander; Radial arm saw; Table saw; Drill press; 30 gal. 6 hp air compressor, like new; Wheelhorse 5500 watt generator; Waterloo roll-a-way tool box; Assortment of hand & power tools; Car ramps; Parts cabinets; L&G hand & power tools; Step & extension ladders; Yardman snow blower; Lawn cart; plus more. Household, Collectibles & more: Chest freezer; Apartment refrig.; Microwave; Pots, pans and related kitchen items; Tupperware; Kenmore sewing machine; LG flat screen tv; Leather glider rocker w/ottoman; Kitchen table & chairs; Cedar chest; Computer desk; Compaq Presario computer; 3 piece blonde bedroom set; Commode; Sofa; Recliner; End tables; 3 piece bedroom set; Storage cabinets; Jadeite bowls; 3 gal. western crock; 8 gal. Lowell Pottery crock; Pocket knife collection; Seasonal decorations & more.

Make plans to join us for this Quality Auction!!

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Auction Conducted By: Rudy Auction Co. Troy Rudy; Auctioneer IL#440000433 WI#2618-052 • 815.297.4846 Terms & Conditions: Cash or Personal Check w/Photos ID. All items are sold in “AS IS” condition; neither seller or Auction Co. is responsible for accidents or items once sold.

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2014 Ram 1500 Tradesman

2014 Ford F150 XLT Supercab 4X4 STK # F4279

STK #D1082

TRUCK MONTH

$2,778 Pete’s Discount +$7,500 Rebates =

10,278 off msrp!

$

$1,640 Pete’s Discount +$2,500 Factory Rebate

OVER 150 NEW & USED TRUCKS IN STOCK!!

1

+0% x 75 months

+No Payments for 90 Days!

2

LARGEST SELECTION OF USED VEHICLES IN THE SAUK VALLEY AREA! 03 FORD TAURUS

06 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX #H2842A

#F4523B

01 BUICK LESABRE

#J1197A

#U975A

LEATHER, MOONROOF

3,787*

$

PETE’S PRICE

02 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX

7,852*

$

PETE’S PRICE

7,991*

$

PETE’S PRICE

GRAND CARAVAN

7,991*

$

PETE’S PRICE

05 CHEVY 07 NISSAN TRAILBLAZER VERSA

07 DODGE

#F4426B

#U928A EXTENDED

8,491*

$

PETE’S PRICE

8,996*

$

PETE’S PRICE

10 FORD FOCUS

#D1125B

#F4038B

SL

35 HWY MPG!

9,191*

$

PETE’S PRICE

9,484*

$

PETE’S PRICE

VALUE PRICED

05 CHEVY 06 HYUNDAI 08 CHRYSLER 08 CHEVY 10 TOYOTA 09 CHRYSLER TOWN & IMPALA AVALANCHE SONATA SEBRING COROLLA COUNTRY LT

05 HYUNDAI 04 DODGE DAKOTA SANTA FE #F4628A

#H2796A

SLT

9,787

$

PETE’S PRICE

*

9,878

$

PETE’S PRICE

*

#P3178A

#P3260

#U935A

CREW

GLS

CONVERTIBLE

9,981

$

PETE’S PRICE

*

9,997

$

PETE’S PRICE

*

09 CHEVY IMPALA

9,991

$

PETE’S PRICE

*

#F4638F

9,997

$

PETE’S PRICE

*

LOW MILES

VERY NICE!

04 FORD EXPLORER

#P3247B

11 FORD FOCUS

91 CHEVY 1500

S

10,784

$

PETE’S PRICE

*

#U912C

#D967B

#F4267B

#P3129

#F5031A

#R1148A

1LT

SPORT

SE, 35 HWY MPG!

CXS

LT

SUNROOF

10,986

*

PETE’S PRICE

10,987

$

*

PETE’S PRICE

11,981

$

*

12,994*

$

*

12,971

$

PETE’S PRICE

*

#F0849

#U968

#U925

#F4484B

3.5, SE

TOURING

1LS

XLS

13,284*

$

PETE’S PRICE

13,491*

$

12,974

$

*

13,981*

$

PETE’S PRICE

12,991

*

IN

#H2740

LTZ

1LT, 38 MPG PETE’S PRICE

10 FORD EDGE

#U1014A

#U977

13,883*

12,971*

$

PETE’S PRICE

12 CHEVY 12 CHEVY SONIC CRUZE

$

PETE’S PRICE

SLT

$

PETE’S PRICE

#D883C

3 OCK ST

AIL AV

08 FORD ESCAPE

PETE’S PRICE

PETE’S PRICE

5 ABLE

AIL AV

07 NISSAN 13 CHRYSLER 12 CHEVY 200 MALIBU ALTIMA

#D828B

PETE’S PRICE

12,888

$

5 ABLE

5 ABLE

AIL AV

07 LEXUS ES 350

PETE’S PRICE

07 DODGE RAM 1500

06 BUICK 11 CHEVY 08 TOYOTA LUCERNE IMPALA CAMRY

#F4574B

$

10,488*

$

HYBRID

SPORT TRAC PETE’S PRICE

#H2906A SPORT

PETE’S PRICE

13,981*

$

13,991*

$

PETE’S PRICE

NICE!!!

13,994*

$

PETE’S PRICE

4 ABLE

AIL AV

11 KIA 11 TOYOTA 07 CHRYSLER SORENTO 300 CAMRY

13 DODGE AVENGER #F5051A

#J1118A

#D1095B

#T4166B

#H2952

#L4625A LEATHER,

#F4551B

SE

DVD!

SE, SUNROOF

C, V8, NICE!!

SE, GREAT MPG!

POWER ROOF

SL

14,144

$

PETE’S PRICE

*

PETE’S PRICE

14,281

$

*

PETE’S PRICE

14,491

$

*

36 HWY MPG

6 OCK

IN

09 CHRYSLER 10 NISSAN 09 HONDA 300 ROGUE ODYSSEY

13 FORD FOCUS

ST

PETE’S PRICE

14,493

$

*

13 CHEVY 13 DODGE IMPALA DART

*

PETE’S PRICE

14,878

$

*

ST

07 FORD F150

14 FORD FOCUS

14 CHRYSLER 14 CHEVY IMPALA 200

#U1077 LTZ,

#U990

#D1038A

#U954

#P3263

#P3198

SXT

XLT

SE

LX

LT, LIMITED

14,988*

$

PETE’S PRICE

14,991*

$

PETE’S PRICE

14,991*

$

*

LX

14,981*

$

PETE’S PRICE

PETE’S PRICE

15,981*

$

15,997*

$

PETE’S PRICE

PETE’S PRICE

16,981*

$

10 BUICK 11 BUICK LUCERNE LACROSSE PETE’S PRICE

#U947

#F5053B

CXL

C, LEATHER, LUXURY

17,997*

$

PETE’S PRICE

18,888*

$

2 OCK ST

6 OCK ST

IN

IN

14 CHEVY 10 LINCOLN MKX CAPTIVA PETE’S PRICE

14,887

$

C

LEATHER, LOADED! PETE’S PRICE

PETE’S PRICE

O OM 3 TSE FR O O H

6 OCK

IN

14,875

$

PETE’S PRICE

#B859A

#P3255

#F5008B

LTZ

AWD, LOADED!

19,497*

$

PETE’S PRICE

19,687*

$

13 FORD TAURUS

13 FORD FUSION #F4631A

#P3220

POWER ROOF, SPORT

LIMITED

PETE’S PRICE

19,784*

$

PETE’S PRICE

19,988*

$

13 FORD C-MAX

#F4659A

#F4524A PREMIUM, SEL,

11 CHEVY CAMARO

LEATHER

NAVIGATION, ENERGI

2LT, NICE!

14 FORD MUSTANG

09 GMC ACADIA

#H2932A V6,

6 SPEED, PREMIUM

21,278*

$

PETE’S PRICE

PETE’S PRICE

21,864*

$

PETE’S PRICE

21,888*

$

#U939

PETE’S PRICE

22,981*

$

5 ABLE

AIL AV

14 FORD ESCAPE

08 GMC YUKON

#P3221

SE, AWD PETE’S PRICE

22,887*

$

11 CADILLAC 12 JEEP CTS WRANGLER

#F4661A

#L4182A CERTIFIED,

SE

SEL, LEATHER

PETE’S PRICE

23,688*

$

#U1033

#D910A

CREW CAB, 4X4

PETE’S PRICE

23,871*

$

PETE’S PRICE

23,991*

$

24,338*

$

PETE’S PRICE

PETE’S PRICE

#H2951

*

PETE’S PRICE

27,878

$

*

#P3245 TOURING, L

PETE’S PRICE

29,981

$

Ford • Lincoln

601 Gale St Oregon

Rt 40 N Sterling

815-625-6300

815-732-6161

Jim Eggleston

Jay Engemann Business Director Pete HarknessAuto

Mike Batten

General Manager Pete Harkness Ford

Bill Bart

Tom Owens

General Manager General Manager Pete Harkness Chevrolet Pete Harkness Chrysler

*

Michael Grems Sales Manager Pete Harkness Ford

Wayne Squire

Business Manager Pete Harkness Ford

Terry Newell

Business Manager Pete Harkness Chrysler

WWW.PETEHARKNESS.COM

Jason Razo

Sales Professional Pete Harkness Ford

XLT, NAVIGATION

PETE’S PRICE

29,944

$

*

Sales Professional Pete Harkness Ford

PETE’S PRICE

24,991*

$

PETE’S PRICE

5 ABLE

12 CHEVY 11 LINCOLN SILVERADO NAVIGATOR

#U959

#P3252

4X4, CREW

29,987

$

24,991*

$

LUXURY!

4X4, EXTENDED CAB PETE’S PRICE

#U1035A

AIL AV

13 FORD F15O *

PETE’S PRICE

#F4269A NAVIGATION,

31,489

$

*

POWER ROOF PETE’S PRICE

36,483*

$

Chevrolet

Chrysler • Buick • Dodge • Jeep • Ram

Rt 30 E Morrison

Rt 40 N Sterling

815-772-2171

Chris Lansford

24,388*

$

7 ABLE

#H2735

POWER ROOF

26,497

$

PETE’S PRICE

#J1048A SUNROOF,

AIL AV

14 LINCOLN 14 CHRYSLER 13 FORD TOWN & EXPLORER MKZ LOADED, COUNTRY POWER ROOF,

Chrysler • Dodge • Jeep • Ram

Used Operations Director Pete Harkness Auto

TRADESMAN

#U1012

SPORT

LATITUDE

25,982

LEATHER, NAVIGATION

#U1068

12 RAM 1500

*

13 RAM 1500

AWD, LOADED!

4x4

$

11 NISSAN MAXIMA

#F4534A

5 ABLE

14 JEEP CHEROKEE

12 FORD FLEX

DENALI, SHARP!!

AIL AV

PETE’S PRICE

14 FORD EDGE

Jack Hibbard

Sales Professional Pete Harkness Ford

Jamie Pratt

Harley Conkling

815-625-2290

Tim Rebelsky

Sales Professional Sales Professional Sales Professional Pete Harkness Chrysler Pete Harkness Chrysler Pete Harkness Chevrolet

Kathleen Sciacero Sales Professional Pete Harkness Ford

Dan Berkeley

Sales Professional Pete Harkness Ford

Tylor Bonnell

Sales Professional Pete Harkness Chrysler

Joe Neal

Sales Professional Pete Harkness Chrysler

Ray Hager

Trent Fiorini

Sales Professional Sales Professional Pete Harkness Chevrolet Pete Harkness Chevrolet

* Plus tax, title, license and doc fees. **Must present comparable buyers order in-stock new vehicles only. See dealer for complete program guidelines and exclusions. 1) With approved credit.

2 With approved credit. financed through chrysler capital. tax, title & doc fee not included. 0 %x 75 months on all ld 2014 ram trucks. Photos for illustration only. Dealer not liable for errors.