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By OFFICER RAWN TOLER Lamar Police Department It's that time of the year again... the leaves are changing, the weather is getting cooler and Halloween is upon us. With Halloween around the corner, everyone at the Lamar Police Department wants all to have a fun, but safe, time. Here are a couple of tips for safety for anyone going trick or treating: Don't go out alone, stay in well lit areas, watch for cars, check your treats before eating them, go only to houses you know and carry a flashlight. With these tips, go out and have a fun time!
Lamar R-I School Board approves numerous policy issues LAMAR-The Lamar R-I Board of Education approved several issues in its meeting of October 16, including official opposition to Amendment 3, which will appear on the November 4 ballot. (That decision was included in the October 22 edition of the Democrat.) The school audit of the 201314 school year was approved. Presenting the audit was Steve Harner of The CPA Group of Monett. The board also approved the same CPAs to perform the audit of the 2014-15 school year at a cost of $9,800. Ryan Lock was hired to fill a vacancy in building and grounds. Three more names were added to the school district’s substitute teacher list. They were Joyce Phipps, Yvonne Haile, and Jennifer Steffens. There are now 28 names on the R-I substitute teacher list. Eleven seniors were added to the list for early graduation. They were Ethan BrowningParcell, Jerry Cobb, Holli Colin, Shawntell Daugherty, Chloe Lodestein, Ashley Madison, Kade Miller, Shaina Patrick, Riley Phipps, Johnathan Seaton, and Dawn Wiegel. The final list of students who ride school buses was given unanimous approval. The Lamar R-I School District has now completed the first quarter of the 2014-15 school year. On the Monday following the meeting of the board of education, Superintendent Dr. Zach Harris shared his thoughts about the first quarter in an e-mail to his teaching staff. He felt the high point of the quarter was putting the new middle school addition into service. Students seemed to be most impressed with the spacious gymnasium and the band/choir room. The latter also serves as a safe room with its massive steel reinforced walls. He also reflected on the impressive turnout of staff and board members along with the general public at the ribbon cutting and open house on October 3.
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SECTION A Correspondents......................... 2 Friends & Family....................... 3 Friends & Family....................... 4 School/Sports............................. 5 Sports.......................................... 6 SECTION B Records....................................... 2 Legals........................................... 3 Legals........................................... 4 Legals/Classifieds....................... 5 Area News.................................. 6
Lamar Democrat/ Melody Metzger Above, the trees are beginning to turn, with many spectacular displays of color apparent around the town. This particular showing is in front of Finley Engineering on 11th St., in Lamar. The Barton County Junior Leaders hosted a pedal tractor pull in conjunction with the Wyatt Earp Fallfest on Saturday, Oct. 11. The contest was for youth ages 11 and under and was organized much like a professional tractor pull, except one uses their legs to pedal and it's only for youth. The pedal tractor pull gave 4-H Junior Leaders the opportunity to work with the young people in the community, have some fun themselves and celebrate Na-
tional 4-H Week. All 65 youth participating were winners. Participants were divided into three age groups of five and under, 6-8 years old and 9-11 years old. Every participant received a medal of excellence for their outstanding participation. Each category had winners placing first through third, who were recipients of a tractor. Winners in the five and under category were Turner Crockett, first place; Bryer Eidson, sec-
Morgan and Selvey honored at MCB Conference
Pictured are, left to right, Youth Award winner Tony Morgan, Adult Leadership award winner Marilyn Selvey and Lamar's current CB president, Chief of Police Ron Hager. Taking honors at the Missouri Community Betterment Conference held in Columbia recently were Tony Morgan, the individual youth award winner and Marilyn Selvey, the adult leadership award winner. Lamar also took first place in the overall Youth Group category and third place in the Community Awards. “ Citizens of Lamar should be
proud that they live in such a vibrant community”, said Lamar CB President Ron Hager, adding, “We look forward to next year's competition and if anyone has any ideas for a project to be included in next year's book, be sure to come to one of the CB meetings held on the second Wednesday of each month at the Wolf Center”.
Jason Fury arrested, jailed
By CLETIS MCCONNELL Jason Fury, 28, shot Sherry Greenfield Vedette Reporter Fury, his mother, in the back of the head. A 59-year-old rural Golden According to the probable City woman was airlifted to a cause statement Steven Fury, Springfield Hospital on Tues- Jason’s father, told the sherday, Oct.14, with serious inju- iff that Jason and Sherry arries after being shot. gued before Jason walked out Dade County Sheriff Max to his truck and got a hand Huffman and the Missouri State Highway Patrol believe see FURY, page 3A
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ond and Shawn Raper, third. In the six to eight year old category Henry Ball placed first, Carson Lehman, second and Zach Davis, third. In the nine to 11 year old category the winners were Ethan Ball, first place; Braxtyn Muncy, second and Noah Ecker, third. Special thanks are extended to Legacy Farm and Lawn and Heartland Tractor in Lamar for donating the tractors presented to the winners, as well as all who donated and supported
the 4-H youth development program. 4-H is creating environments where young people can be valued and contributing members of society.
By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer
installing 12 antique street lights similar or identical to the lights on the square, and installing eight permanent benches. The application is due in November, and Calton says the city should know by the end of December if it has been approved. There is a limited amount of money for such projects, he cautions, and other cities will be competing with Lamar for it. The council decided to amend the 2014-15 budget to pay for completion of the renovation of Honey Creek in the City Park during the current fiscal year. The project is already $8,000 over budget estimates, so the budget will be amended to accommodate the total cost of $21,600. Work is being done by Marlin Nissley. An agreement between the city and MoDOT was approved to allow the city to be reimbursed for the expense of relocating utility lines to accommodate the construction of the First Street overpass. Calton estimates the overpass should be completed in approximately one more month. Another issue gained approval in a class action settlement with Century/Link. The communications company had paid their telephone franchise fees under protest. The city received $537.87 in the settlement, five percent of which was passed on to the Missouri Municipal League for their assistance in the original lawsuit. Tom Caruthers appeared before the council to seek an extension of an order to demolish a shed at 607 Walnut due to health problems. A 90-day extension was granted, which will expire January 19, 2015. Unanimous approval was given to Mayor Keith Divine’s appointment of Allen Reed to the park board. He replaces Dennis Suiter whose term expired.
Above, Jackson Ball has a great time on the tractor, with a little help from his friends! Turner Crockett takes a long pull at the pedal tractor pull held during the Wyatt Earp Fallfest.
Contract awarded, Gilkey building soon to come down LAMAR-A public hearing before the Lamar City Council, October 20, removed the last requirement that had to be met before the Gilkey building, on the northeast corner of the city square, is demolished and removed. The fragile two-story brick structure was officially deemed to be a nuisance, and the cost to repair it far exceeded the value of the property. It will be razed along with five other structures adjoining and near it on Broadway and East 10th. Their addresses are 904, 906, and 908 Broadway, and 100 (Gilkey building), 104, and 106 East 10th. Bid packages for demolition and removal of the buildings were sent to seven companies that specialize in such work. Three submitted bids, the lowest of which was Vilela Trucking, Hauling, and Demolition of Pittsburg, Kansas. Their bid of $67,900 was significantly lower than the other two bidders. Building Inspector Greg Coats observed that the city will be well under budget for removal of the buildings. An emergency Community Development Block Grant was received by the city in April for $133,330 to complete the project. Vilela has done satisfactory work for the city in the past. City Administrator Lynn Calton said demolition should begin in about two weeks. The Harry Truman birthplace and the Lamar square will be linked together with development of an 11th Street streetscape, if a grant application to the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is approved. The total grant being sought is for $112,500, of which the city must match with $19,400. The plan includes adding sidewalks, planting 12 trees,
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CORRESPONDENTS Sheldon By DARLENE SHERIDAN The young adult group of the Sheldon Christian Church hosted a soup and dessert meal Friday evening, Oct. 17, for the community. Donations of coats were accepted and will be given to those in need. Bro. Ralph and Cindy Shead were at the Sheldon Christian Church, Sunday, Oct. 26, for the Sunday school and worship period. A fellowship dinner followed the morning worship service. The Sheldon R-8 PTO Harvest Dinner has been scheduled for Monday, Nov. 19. Royalty candidates will be selling tickets for the annual dinner and more details will be forthcoming. Sheldon friends were pleased to know that Jim Elderton has improved greatly following his major surgery and will be able to return home. A new recycling project begins in Sheldon immediately. A local collection trailer will make recycling more convenient for the Sheldon community members. A public meeting was held October 27, at 7 p.m., at the United Methodist Church Donaldson Center. Information was provided as to what materials will be collected and how the process will happen. This meeting preceded a community betterment meeting. Sheldon Senior Citizens and friends were saddened to hear that Marjorie Ness had the
misfortune to fall at her home, Friday evening and hit her head. She was taken to Freeman Hospital for treatment and her condition worsened. She passed away Saturday. Marj was president of the Sheldon Senior Citizens and will be sadly missed. Funeral services were at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23, at Ferry Funeral Home. Burial followed in the Deerfield Cemetery. Memorials donations can be made to Sheldon United Methodist Church, in care of Ferry Funeral Home. Sympathy is extended to Marj’s family. Good news has been received that Wendall Mayfield, Elton Hauser and Gary Leavell are all improving. Saturday found a large crowd on hand at the Sheldon City Park, due to a coed softball tournament that was sponsored by the Sheldon Senior Class.
For-getme-nots By GAIL LEAMING While I have been taking it easy and watching TV, it has fascinated me on all these new expressions being said so we don’t hurt anyone's feelings. The latest one is the commercial that shows a mother throwing her arm across someone in the front seat to save them. It called the action maternal technical reaction. I had always called it a mother's instinctive safety move. Don't tell me you haven't done this when someone stops or pulls out in front
CLUB NOTES
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The hostess for Bridge on October 21 was Imogene Williams. The winners were Sondra Riegel, first and Gloria Kurtz, second. Betty Gideon was scheduled to be the hostess on Tuesday, Oct. 28. The hostess for Tuesday, Nov. 4, will be Betty Gilkey.
CITY CLOVER 4-H CLUB By AIDAN REED Reporter The City Clover 4-H Club met October 19, at the Wolf Center for the monthly meeting. The meeting was called to order by President Noah Shaw. Mycah Reed led the American Pledge and Blaine Shaw led the 4-H Pledge. Each member an-
swered roll call with their favorite fall drink. Secretary Kaitlyn Davis read the minutes from the September and May meetings. Lexi Phipps gave the treasurer's report. All members were reminded to turn in their dues to Lexi as soon as possible. Blaine Shaw reported on the historian book and Kyler Cox and Noah, Blaine and Trey Shaw gave a report on the robotics project. Robotics was chosen as the club project. The 4-H had a Relay for Life booth during the Fourth Thursday on the Square. Club members Kaitlyn and Ryan Davis and Mycah and Aidan Reed helped decorate luminaria bags. Barton County 4-H helped with Relay for Life and was attended by Kaitlyn Davis, Lexi Phipps and Mycah Reed. The Barton County 4-H helped with the luminaria bags and the baby show. Mycah Reed reported that she attended the State Fashion Revue at MU in
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of you unexpectedly and you whip that arm out and get an adams apple or face, or had it done to you. Ron has had it done to him by me. These are a few that Webster never heard of. Manholes have been renamed utility holes so as not to offend women. Blackboards are called chalkboards so as not to offend African Americans. People who can’t hear are no longer deaf. They are hearing impaired and people who can’t see are no longer blind, but are visually impaired. So do we call a bald man follicly impaired? Political correctness is constantly morphing into a dark maze of nonsense, The stupidest thing for correctness is the ACLU trying to get all the crosses removed from different public places so as not to offend anyone. How about offending people like me, who believe in God? If we fall for this rubbish to be politically correct, our nation should stand up straight and refuse. Speaking of standing, the other day at the Freedom Fest we were parked on the north side of the cemetery when the National Anthem began to play. I got out of the car and stood and looked up and down both sides of us and no one else made their children stand or did they. How very sad. Clea said the crowd stood where she was and that made me feel a little better. I wonder if this comes from taking the pledge out of schools and having parents that do not teach their children how important our country is. Stand up America! Vote! Carol McVey is do-
ing much better after her latest surgery and small stroke. Carl Sheets had his eye worked on again and is doing fine. Don Sheets is having shoulder surgery Monday, with the same doctor that worked on me. Shonda (our waitress from Cooky's) had a horrible accident on her hand with a wood splitter. Get better soon because we all miss you. Russ is out of the hospital, but they still can't find out what is wrong with him. The fever and dehydration is the pits. Can't believe they kicked him out and said go home and get better. We finally got our rental ready, so if anyone wants to rent a nice house let me know. The couple who cleaned and painted and repaired were really good and very reasonable. They are Melissa and Travis Stone. Give them a call at 620-875-2233 or 620-404-9871. I am not kidding, they walked in on a mess that we had considered non-fixable and did a great job. We went to Greenfield to listen to Howard Bennet and Paul Wilkerson last Friday. They did a great job and we miss Paul at Red Oak 2. Others there were Terry Johnson on the banjo, Phillip Shimp on fiddle, mandolin and guitar and Howard's son on the drums. Several people sang, but I only knew a few of which was Calvin Yount and Mrs. CC Mclemore, who did two songs in sign. One of my favorite was “His Eye Is On The Sparrow”. Don't forget to let me know if you are coming to the reunion. Mrs. McGuire brought over the decoration and notebooks
Columbia, in Clothes You Buy. She spent the day making crafts and taking modeling lessons. She participated in the fashion show at the end of the day. Aidan Reed told the members about attending the State Public Speaking Contest at MU in Columbia, where he performed his poem, So God Made a Farmer. For the club activity, fall
door decorations were made for the residents at Maple Senior Living. October 5-11 was 4-H Week. The City Clovers put a display in the window at State Farm Insurance. Each member brought two projects to display. They then met to put cookie trays together to share with local businesses to show appreciation for supporting
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the other day, so that makes it more real and a little closer to the big day in November. Went to the Grannie Chicks Saturday night in Neosho to watch Joe Smith, Terry Johnson and Tristen Winchell play. On the last half Tayon Winchell got up and played. Very good singer and player Bob Novak was there too. A first for me to hear. I got all the yards mowed and Ron got the two fields disced and my garden, so I guess you could say we are keeping busy. Clea Kleeman and her family have really been working on picking up walnuts, but not too busy to run. Louis and Clea were in one at Lamar, along with a few more. I can always spot Louis in the pictures in the paper as he is so tall and the beard are a sure give away.
Maxine's Musings By MAXINE MORIN Hi everyone! It's Donna again. I brought mom home from Barton County Memorial Hospital on Thursday. After five weeks in BCMH and Freeman, we were all glad to get her home. Calla Rebekah Lodge of Lamar held its 107th District meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Memorial Hall. We were honored to have Hope Siegwarth, warden of the Rebekah Assembly of Missouri. Hope is from Higginsville. Also present was the president of the Rebekah Assembly of Missouri, Lorraine Kershner from
Adrian. The meeting was conducted by District President Denzil Divine. District officers for 2015 will be Donna Wescott, president; Carol Branum, vice president; Cindy McIntire, secretary; Marcia Pennell, treasurer and Nedra Divine, warden. Don Kelley, Nancy Robertson and two of Nancy's granddaughters took a trip to western Kansas this summer. They went to Sioux Falls, S.D., where they saw Mt. Ruthmore. They saw Pike's Peak and beautiful natural rock formations. They also took a cable car ride down a steep hill; scary, but fun. I came home from mom's Saturday and found my laundry room was flooded. My brother, Max, checked it out and found it was my hot water heater. It wouldn't shut off, so he had to turn my water off. Oh well! I'd better get in the laundry room and pull my dryer out so the plumber can get to the water heater – fun, fun! Prayers to our troops. Until next time...
Barton County 4-H. The City Clovers would like to thank State Farm Insurance for the use of their window for the club display. The City Clovers next meeting will be November 16, at the United Methodist Church in Lamar. They will be filling backpacks for the school backpack program.
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FRIENDS & FAMILY Jeffries completes Women Marketing AOK insurance training Grain & Livestock Camper of the Month Whitney Jeffries of Lamar Insurance Center, Inc. recently completed insurance training and received continuing education credits awarded by the Missouri Department of Insurance. The annual regional meeting, hosted by Barton Mutual Insurance of Liberal, brought together independent agents for instruction in sales, product offerings and industry endeavors. Barton Mutual is a property-casualty insurer that writes approximately $25 million in premiums in homeowners, farmowners, commercial, rental and vacant dwelling lines of insurance throughout Missouri, through approximately 250 independent agencies. This year marks 120 years since the company began operations.
Army news
Army Pvt. Joseph A. Adams has graduated from One Station Unit Training (OSUT) at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga., which consisted of basic military training and advanced individual training (AIT). The first nine weeks of initial entry training, or basic combat training, the trainee received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle marksmanship qualification, bayonet combat, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercises, marches, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions and core values. During AIT, the soldier completed the seven-week cavalry scout course. The training included subjects and instructions to operate, maintain and fire M2/ M3 Bradley fighting vehicles; call and adjust fire on enemy targets, recognize friendly and threat vehicles; conduct reconnaissance and security missions, perform foot patrols, conduct land navigation, locate and neutralize mines and operate and maintain scout vehicles. Adams is the son of Rick and Karla Adams of Carthage. He is a 2012 graduate of Jasper High School.
University of Missouri Extension is offering Annie’s Project II: Women Marketing Grain and Livestock on November 4, 6, 11 and 13, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Barton County Extension office. The course is targeted towards farm women and women landowners. The fee for the course is $60 for materials and speaker fees. To register contact Jill Scheidt at the Barton County Extension Center at (417) 682-3579. This course primarily focuses on grain marketing tools that include topics on introduction to marketing terminology and fundamental outlook, basic hedging problems, futures contracts, cash contracts, crop insurance and developing one’s own marketing plan. Livestock marketing tools will be introduced.
Annie’s Project began in Illinois. Annie was a farm wife who grew up in northern Illinois. She married a farmer and spent her lifetime learning how to be an involved business partner with her husband. Together they did great things, but it was not easy. Annie’s Project is a comprehensive educational program and support network for farm women. This Annie’s Project II course is the second phase of Annie’s Project. It is focused solely on grain and livestock marketing. The goal of this program is to increase farm women’s knowledge about agriculture marketing terminology, commodity marketing channels, contracts, calculating specific hedge problems and using options.
STOCKTON-The Lutheran Women's Missionary League of St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Stockton are making plans for their seventh annual craft fair to be held on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., in the church's fellowship hall. Along with the craft sale there will also be a bake sale, offering many homemade goodies of various tastes. Cookies, cakes, jams, apple butter, as well as other items, will tempt your taste buds! Early morning offerings will
include homemade cinnamon rolls and coffee. Soup, chili, pies and desserts will be for sale near the noon hour. Craft vendors will offer baskets, puzzles, jewelry, cards, scarves, doll clothes, mosaics, knitted and crocheted items and much more. Door prizes will be awarded throughout the day, with many of the prizes being donated by the crafters. The church is located on Hwy. 39, south of Stockton.
St. Andrew Lutheran Church plans craft fair
Ivy Cornish is the Camper of the Month for September at AOK After School. Ivy is in kindergarten and enjoying her first year at AOK. Her favorite activity is playing with the hula hoops. Ivy’s favorite dinner at AOK is chicken nuggets. Many years from now Ivy would like to be a nurse, so she is able to help others. AOK staff appreciates Ivy for always being respectful to others and her great imagination.
National TV holds raffle National TV Sales and Rentals in Lamar recently held a raffle, with proceeds to benefit East Primary School. Pictured are, Ed Gettys, store manager, left, with Kevin White, winner of the pie safe that is pictured behind them.
Metropolitan's groundbreaking event will celebrate start of new facility
Construction for enhanced banking facility will soon be underway in Golden City
GOLDEN CITY-Following much anticipation, construction for the new Golden City Metropolitan National Bank will officially commence at the Barton County Groundbreaking Event on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 1:30 p.m. Metropolitan welcomes the Barton County community to attend. The celebration will kick off at the new Met-
ropolitan location at 403 Main Street, just east of the current Golden City branch. Comprised of two adjacent lots previously owned by the City of Golden City and Lowell Pugh, the real estate will provide ample space for the facility’s new layout. One of the many exciting enhancements customers can expect at the new facility will include convenient drive-thru service. Following the relocation announcement in Au-
gust, Metropolitan AVP Banking Center Manager Donna Long said, “In our dedication toward striving for excellence, we are always seeking ways to better serve our customers, associates and communities. Moving from our current location to this new facility will allow us to do just that.” Long continued, “We are excited for the opportunity to enhance the service experience for our valued customers in Golden City.” Golden City Metropolitan customers will contin-
ue to be served with pride and passion at the current location while construction is underway. Details regarding the grand opening for the new facility will be announced by the end of the year. “This groundbreaking celebration will mark a new beginning for Metropolitan in Golden City,” said Long. “Metropolitan is eager to move forward with development so that the Barton County community can soon enjoy all of the benefits the new facility will offer.”
gun and went back inside the house. Steven said he heard a gunshot shortly afterwards and saw Jason holding the hand gun. Jason admitted going out to the truck to get
the gun, but blacked out when he went back inside. He stated the next thing he recalled was his father telling him to call 911. Sheriff Huffman responded to the scene
and took Jason into custody in the front yard. He also confiscated a loaded Glock 9mm pistol in the home. On Wednesday, the prosecuting attorney charged Fury with first degree domestic assault and armed criminal action.
Fury, continued from page 1A
Editor’s Note: Sherry Fury has since died of her injuries and Jason Fury's charges were amended to include first degree murder.
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By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat Can you believe this beautiful Fall weather we are having??? After so many years of going straight from hot to cold, it is a blessing to have the cool, crisp mornings and evenings, with a beautiful day filled with sunshine in between. I could definitely get used to this. Unfortunately, if what I've heard is true, we are in for a harsh winter. As long as it's not one like 2007, I can live with that! The
only good thing that came out of that ice storm was the special friendship that I developed with C.K.! He was a blessing to me then, and still continues to be. This past week was son Jud's week to get Kobyn, so we headed north to Liberty on Friday, returning home that evening. On the way back Kobyn and other grandson Landon crashed in the backseat, as usual, so Jud and I were left to entertain ourselves. We did so by tuning in the football game, hoping to hear that Lamar
Letter to editor
Dear Editor: I am strictly a third party voter. I vote for candidates who have principles and stand by the principles of their party platform. Here in Missouri more third party and independent candidates need to be on the ballot, so voters will have more choices. It shouldn't only be Democrats or Republicans. Loyalty to both the Democratic and Republican parties have been at an all time low for several years. I personally support the Libertarian Party. Now there are many misconceptions, lies and myths about the Libertarian Party. There have been myths that Lyndon Larouche and former Congressman Ron Paul are the founders of the Libertarian Party. Lyndon Larouche is a Democrat. Ron Paul was the 1988 Libertarian Party presidential nominee. Now that people have access to the internet, anyone can visit the websites of any third party and see for themselves what their party platform and ideas are. I am open to voting for the Constitution Party. I have some agreements with them on some issues. People should take the time to educate themselves about third parties and the importance of their role in our political system. Lack of knowledge is inexcusable in today's society. Sincerely, William Sollenberger Lockwood Dear Editor: U. S. House of Repre-
sentatives member Darrell Issa (R-CA) is leaving his post as chairman, house oversight and Government Reform Committee. Leadership of the committee is limited to six years and Issa has now arrived at that juncture. His stint as chairman has been marked by constant controversy which critics charge is the primary reason for the partisan rancor found throughout the U.S. Congress and indeed it has filtered over into the Republican electorate, resulting in much of the grassroots criticism. He is viewed as a “theatrical politician” by Democrats and many moderate Republican, seeking the limelight at every opportunity and indeed was adept at manufacturing the limelight when none otherwise existed. As of mid July (2014) he had issued 103 subpoenas, more than three times as many as had been issued during the three previous administrations combined. Most of the subpoenas were served on members of the Executive Branch, done unilaterally which was against precedence, and a preponderance of them have proven to be without foundation. But these unsubstantiated accusations nevertheless became the main focus for Republican talking points and also have driven much of Republican voters’ criticism of the Obama Administration. Issa is func-
was winning. At the time, they were, and when Jud dropped me off at home they were leading by 11 with 10 minutes left. Unfortunately, the next thing I knew they were reporting on the news that Lamar had lost 29-28. What a great game that must have been. Hopefully the team will use this loss to motivate them as they continue their quest for yet another state championship. Saturday, we took in a pumpkin patch in Joplin that was great fun. I had never been to a pumpkin patch and didn't really know what to expect. The cost was only $5 and that included a hayride, a live band, games, a corn crib, an archery and gun range, slides and hay
bales to play on and a zip line for kids. Two year old Landon preferred the slide and corn crib, while Ko took advantage of everything else. They had a blast and I had a great time just watching them! Afterwards we went to eat Mexican food, then Baskins and Robbins for ice cream. It was definitely a full day and on the way home, you guessed it, the grandsons crashed again! Something that was quite interesting was that Kobyn had his head on my shoulder, snoring soundly and when we pulled up in the drive we were discussing the fact that they should go straight to bed. When we woke up Ko he said that he heard everything we had said and re-
peated it word for word. Not sure how he did that when he was snoring, as it was quite evident he wasn't just faking it. Sunday was Jud and Meghan's first wedding anniversary and I told them as a present I would take Kobyn back to Liberty that evening. I called my Aunt Sandra to see if she would be home, as she only lives about 10 minutes away from our drop site, so I got to see both her and Uncle Rex too. It was perfect timing as Rex had just been released from the hospital the day before, due to a blood clot in his leg. Aunt Sandra is still recuperating from her broken ankle, so right now it is like the blind leading the blind. At least they are lucky to have
each other and kids and grandkids that live close by to help when needed. As I watch Aunt Sandra age, I see my mother's face in her more and more. As I was leaving to return home, Aunt Sandra asked me how much longer we were going to have to go to Liberty, to which I replied it was up to the courts... and who knew how long that would take! She replied that however long it took was fine with her, as she loved having me stop by to visit and I must admit, I like it too! Time gets away from us and oftentimes we neglect our family and friends, or at least I do and I'm thankful if for nothing else, I now have the opportunity to spend time with her.
tionally one-half of the tea party in the U.S. House of Representatives; Representative Ted Cruz of Texas is the other half. Which Republican will replace Issa is open to speculation but any one of the four who have expressed interest seems to be far more open to cooperating with Democrats. At the top of the list are Jason Chaffetz of Utah and Jim Jordan of Ohio and less well known are John Mica of Florida and Mike Turner also of Ohio. Chaffetz is perhaps the mostly likely prospect, being a tea party member, but following him around is the accusation that he lied about
being injured in the Iraq War. Jim Jordan, also a member of the tea party, was a leader in the October, 2013 government shutdown which still rankles a good many voters and is the only one of the four listed here who participated in that now infamous undertaking. He was elected in a highly Democrat district and his return to Congress in the November, 2014 General Election may be problematic. John Mica is a long time member of the House voting predictably alongside conservatives on every issue which has come up for consideration. Turner, from a district
which is marginally Republican, perhaps is the most conciliatory of the four candidates saying he wants to restore bipartisanship to the committee and will work cooperatively with other agencies. This undoubtedly will not endear him to tea party members although there may be sufficient support otherwise to insure his appointment, although this is doubtful. All four of the candidates must stand for reelection in the November 2014 General Election and their success is not assured. Leon Faubion, Co-Editor The Muddy
Creek Journal Albuquerque, N.M. Dear Editor: During these exuberant times of following the fortunes of the Lamar football team I hope we do not forget what an admirable job our coaches have done teaching the young students about the life lessons of integrity, character, class, teamwork and sportsmanship. These are traits that will be important to them long after the wonderful times of football victories are faded memories. Thank You Coaches! Lynn Calton Lamar
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SCHOOL/SPORTS Lamar High School boys' swim team sees results The Lamar High School Boys' Swim Team traveled to Springfield, Tuesday, Oct. 7, to compete in a very large dual meet. Lamar went up against Joplin, Kickapoo, Nixa, Central, Webb City, Monett, Nevada, West Plains and Logan-Rogersville. Lamar swimmers are starting to see results from their hard work as every swimmer got at least one best time. Hunter Vos placed first in the 500 yard Freestyle
with a new best time and third in the 50 yard Freestyle. Will Tennal finished eighth in the 100 yard Breaststroke and 14th in the 100 yard Freestyle with a best time. Koleton Mahurin earned a best time for his ninth place finish in the 200 yard Freestyle and also finished 13th in the 100 yard Butterfly. Lamar's next meet will be in a dual meet at Joplin's MSSU.
The Lamar High School Boys' Swim Team swam in a dual meet Thursday, Oct. 16, at MSSU against Joplin and Monett. Lamar's swimmers continue to improve their times despite their total point production being hampered by not having any relays. Hunter Vos placed first in the 50 meter Freestyle with a new best time and first in the 400 meter Freestyle. Vos is now only two-tenths of a second from a state qualifying
time in the 50 meter Freestyle. Koleton Mahurin cut two seconds in the 200 meter Freestyle, placing second and also finishing second in the 100 meter Butterfly. Will Tennal placed second in the 100 meter Breaststroke and placed fourth in the 100 meter Freestyle. Lamar has one more dual meet in Webb City before facing the entire conference at the SWMO Championships in Springfield.
Lamar boys swim team continues to improve times
Final seventh grade football game played against Cassville By MELESSA WEST
For the final game of the seventh grade football season, the Lamar Tigers took on the seventh grade Cassville Wildcats, in Cassville, this past Thursday evening. The Wildcats scored the first three touchdowns of the game for a score of 24-0. The Wildcats score three more times after halftime and all two point con-
versions were good, bringing the score to 48-0. The Tigers passed and were intercepted by the Wildcats, who scored, and with another good conversion the final score was 560. The game was an unfortunate upset, not only due to the score, but also due to injuries the Tigers sustained.
Eighth grade Tigers come up short against Cassville By LANCE HARDMAN
The eighth grade Tigers looked to bounce back, but came up short. The Cassville Wildcats came into the game undefeated and used that momentum to their advantage. Lamar would find themselves in an early hole, but managed to claw back, being down 14-6. The Wildcats moved with authority and scored a few more times, giving themselves a comfortable halftime lead of 28-6. There was no quit in the Tigers as both teams scored in the third, taking the score to Cassville 34 and Lamar 14. The
defense held and the offense scored once more, but it wasn’t enough in the 34-22 loss. The loss moved the Tigers to 3-2 on the season and Mother Nature did not allow the make-up game vs. East Newton to happen. The Tigers want to thank the parents, coaches and fans for making their football experience a good one. The eighth grade Tigers finished 7-22 during their junior high campaign and look to add depth in the coming years of the Brotherhood.
Cody O'Sullivan, son of Brian and Kori O'Sullivan, is the sixth grade Student of the Week at Lamar Middle School. Cody plays baseball, basketball and football. He likes playing outside in his spare time and his favorite color is red.
Zander Davis, son of Ken and Melessa Davis, is the seventh grade Student of the Week at Lamar Middle School. Zander likes playing basketball and football with his friends. He has three cats, one male and two females, and their names are Tigger, Sugar and Fuzzypants. Zander likes to eat waffles at Denny's.
Amber Luthi, daughter of Calvin and Jodi Luthi, is the eighth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Amber enjoys playing basketball and volleyball. Her favorite subject in school is Algebra. She also likes to hang out with her family and friends.
STAR Students of the week
STAR Students for the week of October 27 at Lamar East Primary are, third row, left to right, Zackery Wagner, Julia Dekker, Haley Jankowski, Preston Heins; second row, Luke Kingsley, Ethyn Beaumont, Nevaeh Johnson, Maggy Thompson, Jasmine Day; first row, Ryley Moore, Phiona Read, Zander Rhodifer, Hayden Webb.
Tigers win conference The Lamar Tiger cross country runners won another Big 8 Conference title last week with an impressive showing, sweeping spots two through four overall and finishing 24 points better than second place finisher McDonald County. Kaden Overstreet ran a 16:54.30 to claim second place. Fellow Tigers Nicholas Ray and Zane Hull crossed the finish line right after him, posting times of 17:04.92 and 17:17.88 respectively. Jesse Compton
chipped in with an 11th place finish with a time of 18:03.90 and Peyton Bailey claimed 17th place with a 18:38.81. Garrett Morey and Jasper Messener took 23rd and 27th place respectively. Kaelyn Sturgell paced the Lady Tigers with a 12th place finish, posting a time of 22:50.04. Kaily Reinert took 37th. Allen Pollard won the junior varsity meet on the boys side.
Lady Tigers fall in district opener By CHRIS MORROW
The five and six seeds battled Monday night in Class 2 District 12 play at Lamar High School and the Pierce City Lady Eagles advanced with a hard fought battle over the host. Lamar's Katelyn Mooney got the match started off in strong fashion with a pair of aces, but the Lady Eagles came back to claim a 7-4 lead before Haley Landrum's rocket spike to open floor stemmed the tide. Again the Lady Eagles got on a roll and went up 14-6 before Mooney had back-to-back kills. An ace serve by Darrah Bartlett pulled Lamar within five at 14-9. Pierce City built a 20-10 lead before the Lady Tigers came firing back again. Zoie Mincks dropped a dump set into a hole in the Lady Eagles defense. Kelsey Taffner followed with a kill, but the hole was
too big for Ann Landrum's troops to fight their way see TIGERS, page 6A
Hall named MIAA Defensive Player of the Week
Pittsburg State University junior linebacker Colby Hall was named the MIAA Defensive Player of the Week Monday, Oct. 20. Colby, a History/Government major carrying a 3.7 GPA, is the son of Damon and Jill Hall, Lamar.
Sgt. 1st Class Riley G. Stephens recognized by BCSC Barton County Strength Club (BCSC) members take on very tough, but doable, workouts every day. Friday, Oct. 17 was a different type of day. Members accomplished their toughest workout to date, but unlike most
it was done not only for their own benefit, but to honor a soldier who passed away while defending his country in Afghanistan. Often in the crossfit community, workouts called Hero WODs (work-
out of the day) will be performed. These workouts are dedicated to men and women who have paid the ultimate price while defending the freedom of this great nation. This time they completed a Hero WOD named “Riley”, in honor of Army Sgt. 1st Class Riley G. Stephens, 39, Tolar, Texas, who died September 28, 2012 from small arms fire, leaving behind a wife and three daughters. This workout consisted of a 1.5 mile run, followed by 150 burpees, followed by yet another 1.5 mile run. Many of the members were hesitant to take on this workout, but be-
fore class began they were reminded that no matter how tired they became, they would be going home, while 1st Sgt Riley cannot. No matter how long the workout would take, they could still see their children after; 1st Sgt Riley cannot. And no matter how much their muscles hurt during the workout, it does not come even close to what 1st Sgt Riley must have had to endure. Once the BCSC members grasped the sacrifice of 1st Sgt Riley, the attitude in the room changed from nervousness to determination and motivation! A feeling of respect
and gratitude filled the room just before the workout began. While it was not easy, the following members honored this American Hero and completed this workout and deserve the respect of their peers: Michelle Belcher, Beth Harris, Haley Lehman, Lacee Riegel Onstott, Melissa Oertle, Melissa Little, Robin Young, Christina Chartier, Jenny Tucker, Thelma Forkner, Sheila Stevens, Jeff Tucker, Ja-
son Banwart, Bryan Hartgrave, Brittany Nicole, Jill Hartgrave, Brian Chartier, Aimee Montgomery O'Sullivan, Joseph Housel, Kim Bronson, Joey Bronson, Sherry Bruce, Ashley Augusta and Jeremy Augusta.
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Tigers beat Butler again The Butler Bears must be getting tired of facing the Lamar Tigers. In the last three years the two
teams have met five times, with the Tigers winning them all in lopsided fashion, including a 56-0 route
Friday night in Class 2 District 4 play. Over those five meetings the Tigers have outscored the Bears 329-19.
Lamar Democrat/ Chris Morrow Lamar's offense clicked Friday night in a win over Butler in first round district play. The Tigers offensive front was dominant again. Here a pair of Tigers throw blocks to spring the ball carrier. On left is Dylan Robertson (#83).
Tigers, continued from page 5A out of and they dropped the first game 25-18. Lamar fell behind early in the second game, trailing 10-4 when Mincks had a kill. Four straight service
points by Landrum, with help at the net by Mooney, pulled the game even at 10 and the Lady Tigers looked like they might ride the momentum into
a third game as this time Pierce City was unable to pull away. Landrum added four points in a row late and Lamar led 23-22. Pierce City took a 2524 lead until a very long volley ended with Mincks spiking the ball for a kill. Unfortunately for the home fans and their team, the Lady Eagles scored the next two points to advance to the semifinal round. Lamar's season ended with a record of 6-18-3. The only senior on the Lady Tigers district roster was Marissa Polodna. The Lady Tigers Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow will be lookLamar's Haley Landrum (right) and Shelby Haskins leap ing to improve high to get their hands on a ball hit by Pierce City's Allie on this season Creed during first round action of the Class 2 District 12 when they take tournament at Lamar Monday night. The Lady Tigers the court next fall. dropped the contest and concluded their season.
Despite being shorthanded Friday, with several players out because of injuries, the Tigers struck early and often. Matt Whyman broke the ice with a seven yard scoring run and Danny Embry broke loose for a touchdown from 40 yards out. Luke Hardman's 10 yard score put the Tigers up
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21-0 at the end of the first quarter. The Tigers put up 21 more in the second quarter. Johnny Brooks scored on a seven yard run, while Stuart McKarus ran in from three yards out and Whyman scored on a 10 yard run. Hardman and Cooper Lucas each added second half touchdowns
as the Tigers improved to 9-1 on the year. Butler's season ends with the loss. The Bears were 1-9. El Dorado Springs, the number four seed in the district, will pay a visit to Thomas M. O'Sullivan Stadium Friday night to take on the one seeded Tigers. Kick-off is set for 7 p.m.
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Historical Society given verbal guided tour of courthouse and grounds By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer
LAMAR-The quarterly meeting of the Barton County Historical Society, October 12, was a verbal guided tour of the Barton County Courthouse and the spacious grounds that surround it. The program was prepared by Joe Davis and presented by Pauletta Orahood. The current courthouse is Barton County’s fourth and the second one to be erected in the spacious 400 by 400 foot public square. Construction began in 1888 and the building was completed in 1889. A large cupola in the center of the structure was removed in 1920, giving the courthouse its current appearance. Several facelifts have occurred since that time, with the most notable likely to be the installation of an elevator at the south entrance in 1987. The replica of the Statue of Liberty was the brainchild of Kansas City businessman, James Whitaker, who was an executive of the Boy Scouts of America. To instill patriotism in American children, he promoted the idea of having a statue in every community in America. The original was built at a cost of $5,000 and placed at Meyer Boulevard and Prospect in Kansas City. Replicas would cost $300. Whitaker promoted his idea in Barton County in 1949 and a committee was formed to raise money through school children donations with no donation to exceed one dollar. When that fell short of its goal, the fund raising campaign was opened to the general public. With that infusion of money, plus assistance from local business owners, the statue replica and its $500 pedestal and base was dedicated on September 9, 1950, on the southeast corner of the courtyard. It was also the last day of the Fall Festival. Thirty-six years later, the statue was rededicated following renovation work by
Vincil Warren and Bob Douglas. A time capsule was buried on the east side of the courthouse lawn on July 2, 1977, not to be opened until July 4, 2076. It contained newspapers, coins, letters, chamber of commerce brochures, and other items representative of 1977. The Civil War cannon on the northeast portion of the courtyard was purchased from a scrap yard in St. Louis by Allen Cockrell, a Lamar businessman and Union soldier. It was dedicated on October 1, 1910. After 75 years, a new base was poured, and the cannon mounting was renovated. It was rededicated on October 27, 1985, in a ceremony attended by over 1,000 persons. Featured speaker was Roy Blunt, then Missouri Secretary of State. An interesting side note to placement of the Civil War cannon; for the first few weeks after putting it in place, it pointed toward the courthouse. When seeing the irony of the situation, workers reversed its mounting so it would point northeast. The bandstand at the northwest corner of the courtyard was built in 1913, and has been the site of concerts, celebrations, and numerous other activities. It has been preceded by several smaller bandstands that were erected on the grounds. The Memorial Meditation Walkway, located behind the bandstand on the northwest corner of the lawn, was a Rotary Club project and part of that organization’s World Wide Centennial Community project. It contains 439 engraved memorial bricks, and there is room for many more. The Harry Truman monument stands on the west side of the courthouse and commemorates the event and place where then Senator Harry Truman delivered his acceptance speech to become the Democrat Party’s vice-presidential see HISTORICAL, page 6B
Lamar Democrat/Richard Cooper Ever wonder how roofs are repaired on steep topped cupolas? Now you know. Tim Brooks is doing the work on the cupola of the United Methodist Church. His company is replacing the church’s entire roof due to hail damage.
Where does Barton County fit in with cost of living index?
Nearly everyone is familiar with the expression, “Compare apples to apples.” When delving into cost of living statistics released by MERIC, the research division of the Missouri Department of Economic Development, it becomes a challenge to compare county statistics with city and state statistics. The main reason is that the release of county statistics tends to lag approximately a year behind the release of state and major cities data. Consequently, we must go back to 2013 statistics to find a meaningful comparison. For that year, Missouri’s cost of living was 92.8. That figure is based on a national index of
100. Thus, Missouri’s cost of living for 2013 was somewhat lower than the national average. During that same year, MERIC shows that Barton and the four surrounding Missouri counties exceeded the state average. Barton County’s index was 95.2, as was Dade County. Vernon County’s index was 95.4, and Jasper County’s was 95.5. Cedar County had the lowest cost of living among the five with 94.4. Looking at the 2013 indices of four other areas, we find that Lawrence County had 94.5, Greene County had 94.0, the city of Springfield had 88.6, and the city of Joplin had 88.8.
Southwest Commissioners Association meets in Springfield SPRINGFIELD-County commissioners from across southwest Missouri met, October 15, in the Bass Pro banquet room to discuss issues of concern. High on the list of topics discussed was the annual training session, which is designed to keep commissioners informed about state activities that have a bearing on counties. Representing Barton County was Presiding Commissioner Mike Davis and District 1 Commissioner Dennis Wilson. Several state legislators also attended the conclave, along with representatives from the offices of U.S. Senators Roy Blunt and Claire McCaskill and Seventh District Congressman Billy Long.
Five commissioners in the southwest district are retiring at the end of the year. One of those retiring is Presiding Commissioner Jesse Watt of Cedar County, who was defeated in the August primary. One issue of concern among the commissioners was the $3 increase in per diem, approved in the 2014 session of the General Assembly. The increase in state assistance would have allowed county sheriff ’s departments to collect more for each day a prisoner is incarcerated in a county jail. The increase has not been implemented, however, since Governor Jay Nixon has withheld the money out of concern for the need to have a balanced state budget.
Fish salvage set at Jump Shoot Pond
NEVADA-Jump Shoot Pond at the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Bushwhacker Lake Conservation Area is slated for repairs. The public is invited to salvage fish from the lake basin November 3 through November 9. The exact date of opening the dam and draining is subject to weather conditions, but will occur during that time frame. Fish species in the lake include largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie and catfish. Presently, the lake has about two acres of shallow water. A portion of the lake presently exceeds five feet in depth. Salvagers should plan to walk about 350 yards with their salvage gear, which may include seines, dip nets, gigs, snagging gear as well as conventional angling equipment. Salvaged fish are for personal consumption only. Daily and length limits will not apply for salvaged fish on the dates listed above. No other lakes on the area are subject to this salvage order. Daily limits and length limits will still apply to all other lakes on the area. Directions: From Bronaugh travel 1.25 miles south on Highway 43 to Younger Road. Turn east on Younger Road for 1.6 miles to reach the parking lot of Jump Shoot Pond. Jump Shoot Pond is located across from the MDC metal building on the Conservation Area just north of Younger Road. Everyone is reminded to use good judgment when salvaging the fish and come prepared for cold water and muddy conditions. For additional details interested parties should contact the MDC office at El Dorado Springs, 417-876-5226.
Dade County to start work next spring on two BRO bridge projects
dy Daniel called the Dade By CAROLYN HEAD Dade County reporter County Commission to order at 9 a.m. on September GREENFIELD-Presid- 15. Others in attendance ing Commissioner Ran- were Eastern Commission-
Be sure to have your little ghosts and goblins stop by the Lamar Democrat (North of Memorial Hall) on October 31st from 3-5 p.m. to get spooktacular treats!
er Dallas Maxwell, Western Commissioner David Rusch and County Clerk Melinda Wright. see DADE, page 6B
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DEATHS & PAID MEMORIALS BETTY JOE FARNSWORTH
Joe Farnsworth, 71, Fordland, who died Monday, Oct. 20, 2014, at Cox Medical Center South in FORDLAND-Services Springfield. Burial was in were held at 1 p.m. Fri- Fordland Cemetery. day at Fordland Freewill Arrangements were unBaptist Church for Betty der the direction of Pres-
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GOLDEN CITY LIONS CLUB WILL HAVE its fish fry on Monday, Nov. 3, 5 p.m. to ?, at the East Park building. A CONCERT WITH DAVID AND BECKY Stoker of Second Chance Southern Gospel Music, will be performed Sunday, Nov. 9, 6 p.m., at Cornerstone Baptist Church in Lamar. A CHICKEN NOODLE DINNER AND SILENT auction will be held Saturday, Nov. 1, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Jasper United Methodist Church, 122 N. 1st St. Adults are $6; children 2-12, $3 and under two are free. Pick up or carry out is also available. ENTRIES ARE BEING SOUGHT FOR THE Barton County Memorial Hospital Pet Photo Calendar Contest. Entries will be taken through October 31 and can be submitted to BCMH Pet Photo Contest, Attn: Gretchen Denney, Radiology Dept., Barton County Memorial Hospital, 29 NW 1st Lane, Lamar, MO 64759. Winners will be printed in the 2015 calendar, with sales to benefit the Lamar Dog Park. SIGN-UP DEADLINE FOR THE 2014 BETA GAMMA Miss Merry Christmas Pageant has been extended to Friday, Nov. 7, by 5 p.m., at the Barton County Chamber of Commerce office. A $10 fee will be assessed. The pageant is set for December 5 and 6, at Thiebaud Auditorium. For information call 417682-3595. THE BARTON COUNTY LIBRARY WILL be closed on Veterans’ Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11. They will reopen Wednesday at 10 a.m. GOLDEN CITY ELEMENTARY PTO will hold a Harvest Party and Trunk or Treat on Halloween night, Friday, Oct. 31, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Golden City Park. The community is encouraged to come set up at 5:30 p.m. for trunk or treat. THE BARTON COUNTY COUNTY CLERK’S office will be open for absentee voting on Saturday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. THE JASPER SURVIVING SPOUSES WILL meet Wednesday, Nov. 12, 11:15 a.m., at the Senior Center. Lunch will be the center’s menu. Bring a poem about Thanksgiving. There will be Bingo. All are welcome. METRO WILL SERVE TAKEOUT BARBEQUE chicken, ribs and sausage on Sunday, Nov. 9, beginning at 12 noon, on the Legacy Farm & Lawn parking lot. Chicken and sausage are $10 and ribs are $12. THE RETIRED EDUCATORS OF THE Barton County Area will meet Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Lamar First Christian Church. The guest speaker will be Beth Reed, director of Maple Senior Living in Lamar. Remember to bring non-perishable items for Nathan’s Place. A VETERANS TRIBUTE LUNCHEON WILL be hosted by the Lamar Rotary Club on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 12 noon, at the Lamar United Methodist Church Family Life Center. All veterans and spouses are invited. Anyone that has not been contacted by a Rotarian should R.S.V.P. At 417-682-5518 by Monday, Nov. 3. A slideshow of veteran’s photos and service information is being updated and if anyone has not provided a photo in years past, please do so by bringing it to Daniel Funeral Home by November 3, so it can be added. THE LUTHERAN WOMEN’S MISSIONARY League of St. Andrew Church in Stockton will host its seventh annual craft show and sale on Saturday, Nov. 8. Anyone interested in reserving a space should call the church office at 417-276-3511.
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BARTON COUNTY SENIOR CENTER LUNCH MENU: November 3-7 MONDAY- Barbecued tea/milk. chicken, buttered peas, THURSDAY- Spasliced carrots, wheat roll, ghetti with meatballs, tropical fruit, coffee/tea/ dark green leafy salad, milk. buttered corn, tomato TUESDAY- Ham and juice, garlic roll, frobeans, seasoned spinach, zen sherbet, coffee/tea/ oven hash browns, corn- milk. bread, rosy applesauce, FRIDAYCheesecoffee/tea/milk. burger on bun, baked WEDNESDAY- Beef beans, sweet potato stroganoff, Harvard fries, orange juice, cake beets, cauliflower, wheat with fruit, coffee/tea/ roll, sliced pears, coffee/ milk.
ton-Marsh Funeral Home in Rogersville. Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Survivors include her husband, Paul Farnsworth, of the home; two sons, David Farnsworth and wife Shannon, Mansfield and Danny Farnsworth and wife Tricia, Fordland; two daughters, Kim Uchtman and husband Max, Fordland and Lana Wilson and husband Jeff, Ozark; two sisters, Linda Kincaid and husband David, Lamar and Trish Grisham and husband Rick, Grayling, Mich.; nine grandchildren; five step grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; three step great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Shirley Sellars and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, including Darren and Tammy Morrison and sons Brayden, Jacob and Elijah, all of Lamar. She was preceded in death by a brother, Ronnie Swearengin. Mrs. Farnsworth was born March 4, 1943, in Lutie, to Floyd and Elva (Weston) Swearengin. She attended Ava High School and was a member of the Fordland Freewill Baptist Church. She retired from G.E. in Springfield. She married Paul Farnsworth on Oct. 9, 1959.
MARJORIE NESS SHELDON-Services were held at 9 a.m. Thursday at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada for Marjorie Jane Ness, 75, Sheldon, who died at 10:18 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014, at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin. Burial was in Deerfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sheldon United Methodist Church, in care of the funeral home. Survivors include two sons, Don Ness and wife Deanna, Nevada and Steve Ness and wife Erin, Lamar; grandchildren, Bethany Stewart and husband Geoff, Brant Ness and wife Lora, Steven Ness and Amber Ness; great-grandchildren, Grady and Sophie Stewart; three brothers, Tom, Wayne and Rich Orton and a sister, Ada Coffee. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dwight on July 6, 2005; two brothers, John and Bob; two sisters, Helen and Mary Lou; a daughter, Lori and a son, Daniel. Mrs. Ness was born Feb. 23, 1939, in Madison, S.D., to Thomas and Margaret (Meyer) Orton. She grew up and attended school in Madison. She married Dwight Wallace Ness on May 29, 1958, in Madison, S.D. and they made their home there until 1965, when they relocated to Missouri to be near family. They settled in the Moundville area, then for the past several years had lived in Sheldon. Mrs. Ness worked in the business office of the state hospital for 30 years before her retirement. She was a longtime member of the United Methodist Church in Sheldon, a Sheldon Lions Club member and was president of the Sheldon Jolly Senior Citizens.
PAMELA WEHRMAN LOCKWOOD-Services were held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Immanuel Lutheran Church for Pamela Gay (Duff) Wehrman, 52,
Lockwood, who died Friday, Oct. 17, 2014, at her home. Burial was in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Lockwood Funeral Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Immanuel Lutheran School. Online condolences may be shared at www. greenfieldfuneralchapel. com. Survivors include husband, Brian Wehrman, of the home; a daughter, Mandy Heckler and husband Phillip, Krum, Texas; two stepdaughters, Sarah Wehrman, Corpus Christi, Texas and Olivia Wehrman, Cheyenne, Wy.; her father, Jack Duff, Lockwood; her motherin-law, Natalie Wehrman, Lockwood; a brother, Mike Duff, Frontenac, Kan.; two sisters, Jackie Lewis, Springfield and Alice Duff, Pittsburg, Kan.; eight grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Patricia Anne Duff and her father-in-law, Harlan Wehrman. Mrs. Wehrman was born July 10, 1962, at the Travis Air Force Base in California, to Jack Lee and Patricia Anne (Smith) Duff. She worked as a lab technician. She was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church and the Lockwood American Legion Auxiliary. She married Brian Lee Wehrman on June 27, 1998, in Lockwood.
AARON HEBERT, SR. LAMAR-Visitation was held from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Konantz Warden Funeral Home for Aaron Hebert, Sr., 63, Lamar, who died Monday, Oct. 20, 2014, surrounded by his family. An additional memorial service will be held in Morgan City, La. at a later date. Survivors include four sisters, Kathleen Daigle, Teda Scully, Brenda Wiggins and Margaret “Peachy” Adams; his companion of 13 years, Sandy Harris; two sons, Darin Hebert and wife Kristal and Aaron Hebert, Jr.; two grandchildren, Tre’ and Trevor and a great-grandson, Kai. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Sonny. Mr. Hebert was born Jan. 16, 1951, in Morgan City, La. He moved to Lamar from Louisiana about 17 years ago and was employed first by Stanley’s and then he went to work at Thorco Industries, where he worked for the last 15 years. He enjoyed fishing, cooking his beloved Cajun food for his friends and family, telling jokes and sharing stories of his past, in keeping with his Cajun upbringing. He also enjoyed playing the lottery and scratch off tickets.
SHERRY FURY GOLDEN CITY-Funeral mass was held at 1 p.m. Friday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lamar for Sherry Arlene Fury, 59, Golden City, who died at 7:50 p.m. Monday, Oct. 20, 2014, at Cox
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South Medical Center in Springfield. Burial was in Pippenger Cemetery, northeast of Golden City. Arrangements were under the direction of Pugh Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pippenger Cemetery. Survivors include her sons, Jonathan Fury and wife Chelsea, Springfield and Jess Fury, Lockwood; her mother, Frances Buxton, San Jon, N.M.; her brother, Shane Buxton, San Jon, N.M. and her grandchildren, Walker and Kinsley Fury, Springfield. She was preceded in death by her father, Jack Buxton and her son, Jarod Fury. Mrs. Fury was born July 31, 1955, in Tucumcari, N.M., to Jack William and Frances Clovis (Smith) Buxton. She grew up in San Jon, N.M. She married Steve Fury on March 19, 1980, in Clovis, N.M. They relocated to the Golden City/Lockwood area in 1982 and she spent the rest of her life in this location. Her true passions in life were farming, her family and a faith that could move mountains. Anyone that knew her knew that she loved her boys and heard at least one story about her grandchildren. She devoted her life to her family and did anything and everything she could for them through circumstances that would cause most to give up, right up to her last hours. She spent her entire life farming and enjoyed working in the fields, especially the smell of freshly tilled soil after a long day. She also enjoyed her career as a realtor over the past 12 years, starting her own brokerage firm in the last two years. She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Greenfield, but also attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lamar.
DOROTHY WALKER LIBERAL-Services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the First Baptist Church in Liberal for Dorothy Dean Walker, 80, Liberal, who died Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014. Burial was in Liberal City Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home, Lamar. The obituary may be viewed and condolences sent online at www. konantzwarden.com. Survivors include a sister, Elizabeth Weaver, Parsons, Kan.; two sons, Donald Lee Walker, Jr., Liberal and Francis Marion Walker and a grandson, Kevin Lee Walker, Des Moines, Iowa. She was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Bevans and three sisters, Rose Marie James, Judy James and Helen Bevans. Mrs. Walker was born June 19, 1934, in Mulberry, Kan. She married Donald Lee Walker on June 30, 1951 and they made their home in Liberal. After her husband died in 1989 she continued to live in Liberal until her health became an issue, so she moved to Pittsburg, Kan. Mrs. Walker was a woman of prayer and when people would visit she wanted to have prayer time with them. She was a wonderful cook and enjoyed baking for her family and friends. She was a child care worker over the years, having preschool children come to her home. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Liberal.
p.m. today (Wednesday) at Plainview Cemetery for Linda Sullivan, 63, St. Joseph, who died Saturday, Oct. 25, 2014, at Heartland Hospital in St. Joseph. A family visitation will be held today (Wednesday) at the Lindley Funeral Home in Chillicothe, from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, in care of Lindley Funeral Home, PO Box 47, Chillicothe, MO 64601. Online condolences may be made at www. lindleyfuneralhome.com. Survivors include her husband, Dennis Sullivan, of the home; a daughter, Jody Graves and husband Jeff, Trenton; three grandchildren, John-Michael S. Watson, Denver, Colo., Amber Jade Graves, Trenton and Julia Katherine Watson, Trenton; a greatgrandchild, Stella Shayne Burns; two brothers, David Julian and wife Mary, Stafford, Kan. and Elbert Julian, Kansas City, Mo.; a sister, Jacqueline Graves, Lamar and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Mary Darnell. Mrs. Sullivan was born Oct. 10, 1951, in Lamar, to Elbert and Lenora (Boone) Julian. She was a 1969 graduate of North East High School in Kansas City, Mo. She enjoyed reading, sewing and embroidery. She married Dennis Sullivan on December 13, 1971, in Oklahoma.
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LAMAR-Services were held at 1 p.m. Friday at Daniel Funeral Home for Tottie Ford, 54, Lamar, who died unexpectedly on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014. Memorial contributions may be made to her family, in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be sent online at www.danielfuneralhome.net. Survivors include a son, Joseph Rowell, Lamar; three daughters, Lisa Claybough, Lamar, Amanda Stevens, Burgess and Tina Haines, Springfield; two stepsons, Robert Lawrence, Jr. and wife Brandi, Lamar and Robert Voyles, Pontotoc, Miss.; two stepdaughters, Carli Moore, Lamar and Jennifer Fernandez and husband Tito, Maui, Hawaii; two brothers, Don McConaughey and wife Linda, Liberal and Billy Wayne Clark and wife Kim, Carl Junction; two sisters, Linda Volkman and husband Don, Lamar and Lena Winters and husband Neil, Washington, D.C.; 20 grandchildren; 10 stepgrandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by an infant son, Keith Rowell and a daughter, Marsha Ford in 2006. Mrs. Ford-Lawrence was born March 5, 1960, at Martinez, Calif., to Floyd Dennis and Naomi Lavonne (McConaughey) Clark. She worked as dietary manager for Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Lockwood and enjoyed deer hunting, fishing and LINDA SULLIVAN looking for arrowheads. She married Robert ST. JOSEPH-Graveside Gene Lawrence, Sr., on services will be held at 2 July 8, 2014, at Lamar.
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, Jerry L. Watts and Rosemary Watts, by their Deed of Trust dated
February 20, 2001, and recorded in the Recorder’s Office of Barton County, Missouri in Book 462, at Page 1, conveyed to J. Kevin Checkett, Successor Trustee, the following described real estate, situated in the County of Barton, State of Missouri, to-wit: ALL OF LOTS ONE
(1) AND TWO (2) IN BLOCK FOUR (4), IN THE CLEMENS COAL COMPANY’S ADDITION TO MINDEN, IN BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI, ALSO , A STRIP OF LAND 12 FEET WIDE ADJOINING ON THE ENTIRE NORTH SIDE OF SAID LOT ONE (1), which conveyance was made to J. Kevin Checkett, Successor Trustee, in trust, to secure the payment of the promissory note in said Deed of Trust described; and WHEREAS, default was made and still continues in the payment of said note and the whole amount has become due and payable. NOW, THEREFORE, at the request of the legal holder of said note, I, J. Kevin Checkett, the undersigned Successor Trustee, will sell the property above described
at public vendue, to the highest bidder for cash, at the West front door of the Barton County Courthouse in the City of Lamar, County of Barton, State of Missouri, on November 3, 2014 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (more particularly 1:00 p.m.) for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness and the costs of executing this trust. s-J. Kevin Checkett, Successor Trustee CHECKETT & PAULY, P.C. 517 South Main Street, P. O. Box 409 Carthage, Missouri 64836 (417) 358-4049 10-8,15,22,29-4tc NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, JOHN C. WHEELER AND KARLA K. WHEELER, husband & wife, by Deed of Trust dated
June 1, 2007 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Barton County, Missouri, on June 1, 2007 as document # 2007-890, conveyed to the Trustee therein, the following described real estate, situated in the County of Barton, State of Missouri, to wit: ALL OF A TRACT COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HUMPHREY’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LAMAR, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI, THENCE WESTERLY 244.5 FEET, THENCE SOUTHERLY 45 FEET, THENCE WESTERLY 205 FEET FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE SOUTHERLY 195 FEET, THENCE WESTERLY 80 FEET,
THENCE NORTHERLY 195 FEET, THENCE EASTERLY 80 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ALL IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 32, RANGE 31, IN THE CITY OF LAMAR, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI. which conveyance was made to the Trustee therein in Trust, to secure the payment of a certain Note in said Deed of Trust described; and WHEREAS, default was made and still continues in the payment of said note; NOW, THEREFORE, at the request of the legal holder of said Notes, and pursuant to the provisions of said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Successor Trustee will sell the property above described, at public
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Legals, continued from page 3B vendue, to the highest JAMES V. NICHOLS bidder for cash, at the West front door of the Barton County Courthouse in the City of Lamar, Missouri, on Tuesday, November 18, 2014 between the hours of 9:00 o’clock in the forenoon and 5:00 o’clock in the afternoon, specifically at 1:00 p.m., for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness and the costs of executing this trust.
SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE 206 West 10th Street Lamar, MO 64759 417-682-6003 NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. 1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt
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collector of the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 10-22,29,11-5,12-4tc In Re: Tracy Trammell, Leeanna Trammell, husband and wife TRUSTEE’S SALE – Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Tracy Trammell, Leeanna
Trammell, husband and wife dated 03/23/2007, and recorded on 03/26/2007 Document 2007-502 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Barton County, MISSOURI, the undersigned Successor Trustee, will on 11/24/2014 at 2:30 PM at the West Front Door of the Barton County Courthouse, 1007 Broadway, Lamar, Mo. 64759 , sell at public venue to the highest bidder for
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cash subject to the terms announced at the sale, the realty described in said deed of trust, to wit: A TRACT COMMENCING AT A POINT 20 FEET EAST AND 15 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT ONE (1), OF WALSER`S SECOND ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF LIBERAL, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI, AND RUNNING THENCE NORTH 140 FEET, THENCE EAST 70 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 140 FEET, THENCE WEST 70 FEET TO THE PLACE OF
BEGINNING; ALSO, A TRACT COMMENCING AT A POINT 90 FEET EAST AND 15 FEET NORTH
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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS Legals, continued from page 4B OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT ONE (1), IN WALSER`S SECOND ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF LIBERAL, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI, AND RUNNING THENCE NORTH 140 FEET, THENCE EAST 70 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 140
First publication date MISSOURI, the undersigned 10/29/2014 Successor Trustee, will on 10-29,11-5,12,19-4tc 11/24/2014 at 2:30 PM at FEET, THENCE WEST 70 FEET TO THE PLACE OF In Re: Howard L. Schutz the West Front Door of the BEGINNING.. TRUSTEE’S SALE – Barton County Courthouse, Substitute Trustee Under the terms of the Deed 1007 Broadway, Lamar, Corporation of Trust executed by Howard Mo. 64759, sell at public SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE L. Schutz dated 05/05/2006, venue to the highest bidder www.substitutetrusteecorp. and recorded on 05/09/2006 for cash subject to the terms com Document 2006-770 in the announced at the sale, the Published in the Lamar office of the Recorder of realty described in said deed Democrat Deeds for Barton County, of trust, to wit: A TRACT DESCRIBED AS File #: TRATRNO2
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Historical, continued from page 1B candidate in the 1944 election. The time was August 31, 1944. The monument was a project of the Lamar Lions Club, and was unveiled September 6, 1975. The Lamar historical marker was originally located north of the city along U.S. 71, and was erected July 31, 1957. In the early 1970s, it was moved to the southwest corner of the courthouse lawn. In 2011, a 4-H proj-
ect resulted in a sidewalk being build to and around the historical marker. When completed, it was dedicated to Harold F. “Rick” Mammen, who had been an agronomist with the University of Missouri Extension for 25 years. The dedication ceremony was held July 12, 2012. Other items of interest on the courthouse grounds include the flag-
Dade, continued from page 1B A motion was made and unanimously approved to accept the September 8 minutes as corrected. Stephanie Davis met with the commission regarding township road work. Although tin horns are the landowner's responsibility, the township will help with labor; however, Davis replied that there was no communication or plan from the township. Daniel stated that the only answer would be a countywide government to maintain the roads, abolishing the township form of government. A petition for countywide government requires 370 signatures by Dade County voters. The petition must be turned in by the last Tuesday in
January in order to be on the ballot. Judge Munton reported on a fee that is going to be charged circuit wide for shelter, paid to the Lafayette House in Joplin for shelter and training. Dade County uses their services. Grant Township met with the commission regarding tin horns that are needed. Gaylon Beerly, Nathan Robinson and Max Leeper represented the township. Beerly explained that Leeper did a good job cleaning out the ditches and that the project is pretty much completed. Other projects require two tin horns and the commission said they would order them that day.
Accident reports According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol report, a westbound 1993 Ford Thunderbird being driven by Denny A. Jeffries, 22, Lamar, failed to stop at a stop sign, running off the road and striking a ditch. The report stated that the accident happened at 11:10 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 20, on Route KK, two miles south of Lamar. According to the report Jeffries received minor injuries and was transported to Barton County Memorial Hospital. He was wearing his safety device.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol report, a two vehicle accident occurred at 3:28 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21, when a northbound 2010 Hyundai Accent, being driven by Jeff R. Nivens, 42, Arcadia, Kan., turned west after stopping at a stop sign; he then turned into the path of a westbound 2002 Ford F150 truck being driven by Jordan L. Redman, 16, Mindenmines. The report stated that the accident happened on West Central Rd. and Northwest 150th Ln., five miles south of Liberal.
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pole, the 16 metal benches situated on the outer edges of the lawn, the 12 electric lights that illuminate the grounds at night, the signs at all four corners that bear the name “Constitution Square,” the star atop the courthouse, and the Bob Douglas memorial tree. The latter, a Ginkgo tree, is located near the entrance to the historical society office and museum and honors the man who revived interest in the historical society and served
Dan Wadlington with Roy Blunt's office met with the commission to advise them of a recent announcement on the Farm Deal. He stated they had not yet passed insurance rates on health insurance. The county does not have more than 50 employees. The county currently pays 75 percent for employees and elected officials. Daniel said that the county is starting two BRO bridge projects next spring; one is west of town and one is south (Fiddlers Ford) and is the last wooden bridge in the county, along with Turn Back Creek. The commission checked on a low water crossing on E Dade 102, as well as a road issue on E Dade 96.
According to the report the driver of the Hyundai Accent received minor injuries and was reported to not be wearing a safety device. A passenger in his vehicle, James R. Nevins, 36, also of Arcadia, Kan., received minor injuries and was wearing his safety device. Both were transported to Barton County Memorial Hospital by ambulance. The report stated that the highway patrol was assisted at the scene by the Barton County Sheriff 's Department and the Liberal Fire Department.
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as its dedicated president ments bear the imprint of for 26 years. Much of what Bob Douglas. is on file at the society The next meeting of the and its many accomplish- Barton County Historical
Society will be at 2 p.m., January 11, in the Fidelis classroom of the Lamar United Methodist Church.