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Scam detected in Barton County

LAMAR-It appears that since November 29, many if not most property owners see SCAM, page 2A

Possibility of Lamar sign grows nearer

Lamar Community Betterment President Ron Hager called the meeting to order on November 12, with several in attendance. Following approval of past minutes, as well as the treasurer's report, Hager stated that he would be attending the next city council meeting in order to ask for a donation to offset some of the Missouri Community Betterment conference costs.

Hager also reported that the asbestos removal work had been completed at the Gilkey building site and that all that was left to do was to tear down the building. He also reported that Lamar Community Betterment took first place for the youth division and third place for the adult division, at the state MCB conference. Congratulations were extended to all involved with this year's projects.

A discussion was held on this year's Christmas lighting contest judging. There will be four awards; three for individuals and one business award. The cash awards will be the same as last year, $15 for first place, $10 for second and $5 for third, with no monetary award for the business owner finalist.

Hager stated that he had the signs for the contest. Tentative dates chosen for this year were December 15 or 16. Jerod Morey volunteered AOK to pick up the signs.

A discussion of potential 2015 CB projects, to be included in the Lamar Community Betterment 2015 Project book, was held. The first project brought up was the Halloween Hullabaloo, which is the trick or treating see SIGN, page 2A

INDEX

SECTION A Correspondents......................... 2 Friends & Family....................... 3 Friends & Family....................... 4 School.......................................... 5 Westco......................................... 6 SECTION B Area News.................................. 2 Records....................................... 3 Records....................................... 4 Auction....................................... 5 Records/Legals........................... 6 Classifieds................................... 7 Area News.................................. 8 SECTION C State Champions.................... 1-6

Following their return home on Saturday night, from winning their fourth straight state championship, various senior members of the Lamar Tiger football team hung their shoes over the goal post, signifying the end of their high school football career. The tradition was started by 2011 Lamar High School graduate and PSU standout Colby Hall and the seniors have carried it on since that time.

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Lamar Democrat/Richard Cooper Entertainment for the Barton County Retired Teachers at their annual Christmas banquet, December 3, was provided by 11 children from the United Methodist Church’s day care center. They delighted the teachers with a squirmy selection of Christmas carols.

Left, approximately 35 retirees enjoyed a catered meal in the United Methodist Church’s Family Life Center.

County considering purchase of multi-use Geographical Information System

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

LAMAR-A demonstration by a vendor on December 1 has seemingly convinced the Barton County Commission of the need for equipment that can produce multi-layered maps of information for use by various county departments as well as the city of Lamar. The city will likely share in the expense, but the county will be the sole purchaser when bids for the equipment are sought.

In greatest need for the system is the assessor’s office, which needs to produce maps with parcels of property and their boundaries shown. Assessor Ivan Frieden has previously stated that Finley Engineering can no longer produce maps due to broken and out-of-date equipment. Other likely users

MAC continues to seek legislative assistance for county needs

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

of the equipment, known as Geographical Information System (GIS), are the county clerk in designating precinct boundaries, the road and bridge crew in laying out work projects, the ambulance department, and the city for multiple uses.

Presenting the demonstration were two representatives from Intrinsicorp of Kirbyville. Ed Fisher is owner of the company and he was assisted by Aaron Lemmon.

Presiding Commissioner Mike Davis told Fisher that the size of the expense would require the seeking of bids for a GIS system. Also, he noted that the county was facing the daunting task of creating a budget for 2015. Davis said seeking bids may have to be delayed six months or more, but he hoped it could be accomplished sometime in 2015.

JEFFERSON CITY-When county officials met at TanTar-A resort in Osage Beach, November 23-25 for the annual conclave of the Missouri Association of Counties (MAC), one of the duties expected was drafting a number of resolutions to present to the General Assembly seeking support or relief on a number of issues that have see ASSISTANCE, page 4A

Crop dusting aircraft hit by gunfire

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

with 18 holes in the fuselage, aileron, and propeller; holes apparently the result of large LAMAR-A crop dusting buckshot that were fired at the aircraft sits in a hangar at Lamar Municipal Airport see GUNFIRE, page 4A

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grated on county officials for several years. This year, there were 10 resolutions; we shall concentrate on three of them.

One applied to increased funding for the Department of Transportation (MoDOT).

Since Amendment 7, calling for a three-fourths of one percent sales tax for transportation, was soundly rejected by state voters in the August 5 primary, the delegates urged the Gen-

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CORRESPONDENTS Coonfoot & Vicinity

By LOUISE OTT Peeking out the door this early Monday morning, I see our dear Lord is blessing us with some wind and cloudy skies and frost.

Gary and Judy Nelson, Michael Nelson and Ella Mae Turpen all enjoy dinner at a restaurant on Sunday.

Arbry Winans, Ray and Tristan, Ray and Nicole Winans and Elvin Winans Jr. and Durella were visitors of Marie Winans.

Kenneth Dee and Esther Archer, Sarcoxie route, and Louise Ott, Jasper route, were dinner guests of George Straw on Sunday.

Jane Moss bakes angel food cakes and always brings Louise Ott some. They sure are good.

Those enjoying Thanksgiving Day at the home of Kenneth Dee and Esther Archer, as well as the Archers, were Louise Ott, Jasper route; George Straw, Carthage route; Koy, Josh and Kooper Schubert, LaRussell; Bob, Deb and Ashlee Schubert, Stott City route; Howard and Kim Schubert, Galena; Lee and Tracy Winters, Lamar; Dannie Schubert, Malion, Chevy and Johnnie, David and Sharon Schubert, LaRussell; Joan

Pyle and Dalton and Rodger, Cushing, Okla.; Michael, Terry, Latisha, Shawn, Ethan, Kender Tackett, Stott City route and Sara Payne, Olathe, Kan. There was plenty of food and wonderful weather.

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By DARLENE SHERIDAN Congratulations to Betty Lathrop for being chosen as the featured cook in the Lamar Democrat. Betty has always been noted for her many delicious recipes she has made and shared.

Beverly Morgan of Springfield came to share the Thanksgiving vacation with son Monte and Becky Morgan, as well as other family members.

Bob and Kathy Clampett of Dallas, Texas came to spend Thanksgiving with her parents, H.C and Betty Lathrop. They returned to Texas ahead of the bad weather.

I was so thankful I was able to spend Thanksgiving at the home of Jim and Delores Honey at Carthage, with family present, as I have had some health problems this past month.

Erin Leininger hosted the family gathering at her home on Thanksgiving Day, with family and friends present.

H.M. and Terry Logan and Katlyn spent Thanksgiving with

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her sister, Tammy and family at Metz.

The annual Lathrop family Thanksgiving gathering was held at the Sheldon Community Building, with a large number present.

Pauline Stansill hosted a Thanksgiving Day gathering for family and friends.

So happy to report Mary Ann Clark was able to return to her home a few days before Thanksgiving, as she has been a resident at Moore Few Care Center for several weeks. Her family was all home for Thanksgiving, which she enjoyed so much.

The Sheldon Christian Church holiday dinner was enjoyed following worship service Sunday at noon. Pastor Spencer Hahn’s parents and brother were present from Kentucky.

I was especially happy to spend my 91st birthday at the church on Sunday. My daughter Delores Honey and husband Jim came to take me to church and we joined Paul and Phyllis Sprenkle for a most enjoyable day. I had two birthday cakes and those present sang “Happy Birthday” to me at the dinner. A special thank you to the many family and friends who remembered by birthday and sent facebook greetings and cards. It made a very special day, one I will always remember.

Happy to report that Jim Elderton is continuing to do well following his surgery.

Hugh Logan hosted a family gathering in his home Thanksgiving evening, for the family gathering, which is a yearly event.

For-getme-nots

By GAIL LEAMING

An old postcard was recently sent to the Lamar Democrat featuring Gulf Street on the Lamar square, in the year of 1907.

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We have returned from M.D. Anderson and still nothing written in ink about Ron. Ron made the comment that this hospital complex was so big,

that half of Houston must be employed there. He was tested inside and out, but results are not back. They hand you a map when you get there and you go from room to room; all over the place. I think he had nine vials of blood taken (said that he felt like he had found where the vampires dine). The cafeteria was interesting with the Chicken and Joe's smoke house, along with other dining places in one place. St. Judes and Texas Medical sit side by side with MD Anderson. We drove down as Ron wanted to see the country. That is normal I guess with ole truckers. Had a fun trip down memory lane. Oh yes, if Jerry Probert is reading this, Ron says to call because he could give his wife a better route through Dallas.

The good news is they listened to him about the Pic line being infected and took it out. Two hours later his fever broke and he felt like a new guy.

Thank you Evelyn Gasper for the rest of my gift. It is so neat. Went to Clea and Louis Kleeman's Saturday for her annual Christmas party for the neighborhood. I always enjoy it so and see the neighbors and family I don’t see very often. I guess while I was gone we had a shooting of an airplane. Does that come close to drones? So glad no one was hurt.

Thank you so much Cesare Kleeman for taking care of the place while we were gone. Russ drove by and checked, along with Jay Steele. Everyone has been so helpful. A big thank you to Betty LaFon for her goodies and a nice visit the other day, too. Ron’s eye surgery went great and he couldn’t believe he had gotten so blind until the doctor worked on it. Kenneth Banta says that his son is doing okay so far, with his treatments in KC. Say some prayers for Khal Kleeman and his upcoming surgery. It will knock him out of some of his sports, but he is more worried about missing school.

To all those out there in reader land I hope you remembered the fine men and women who saved our country

in Barton County have received a document through the mail titled, RECORDED DEED NOTICE. It is a scam and should be discarded.

It arrived in an oversized envelope and bore a return address of Record Transfer Services, Westlake Village, California.

It offered the service of providing copies of owners’ current grant or warranty deeds and their property assessments,

both at a charge of $83. It states that property owners should have copies of these documents in their possession. Likely missed by many who received the solicitation is the admission that both documents are available at their local county courthouse.

Indeed they are. Barton County Recorder Kathleen Dimond says a copy of a deed to property can be had from her office for one dollar. Across the hall

in the assessor’s office, a copy of the property assessment is free to the owner of a parcel of property and only one dollar to a non-owner.

Record Transfer Services has skirted the outer boundaries of the law by admissions that the documents are available locally, and by declaring that they, Record Transfer Services, are not affiliated with any agency of government. A stern warn-

ing on the outer envelope states it is unlawful to interfere with delivery of the document. Of course it is. That applies to any U.S. mail.

Lamar Chief of Police Ron Hager and Barton County Sheriff Mitch Shaw are aware of the scam.

A recommendation for anyone receiving a RECORDED DEED NOTICE is to toss it into the nearest waste can.

around the Lamar square.

All agreed this would be a good project to highlight. Also discussed was a youth Photovoice project. Elaine Davis explained that Photovoice helps identify community needs from a youth's perspective and can lead to meaningful, sustainable projects. One potential project could be the restrooms in the Lamar City Park that are in need of repair. Davis said both FFA and 4-H could work on the project. There is a

webinar training for Photovoice, which she plans to attend. She is to report back to the group at the next CB meeting.

Jerod Morey reported that AOK had applied for a grant and they should know something by December 1.

Hager introduced two guests, who attended the meeting, Jack Purinton of Legacy Implement and Lowell Davis. Lamar CB is looking to commission a “Welcome to the City of Lamar” sign, that would

potentially be built on the strip of land in front of McDonald's. MoDOT, who owns the land that the sign would be placed on, has agreed to the construction, as long as the cables are buried. The City of Lamar has also agreed to participate. Purinton has agreed to do-

nate old equipment that could be incorporated into the sign and Lowell Davis has agreed to work on the design. The two are to report back to the group at the December 10 meeting.

The meeting on December 10 will include a potluck lunch.

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after what happened on December 7, in Hawaii. How lucky we are to have such a country and how hard we should fight to keep it safe so their lives were not in vain. We should stand strong and never trust anyone who doesn’t believe that we are just not in any trouble. For everyone God bless you.

Maxine's Musings

By MAXINE MORIN Hi everyone, it's Donna again.

What nasty weather we had the end of last week. Shouldn't complain, some parts of the country didn't have power after several feet of snow.

My friends Jenny, Betty and I took a drive to the Galena Surgical Center on Thursday to visit our friend, Norma Quarles, who had complete knee replacement on Wednesday. She was so glad to see us. We had a nice visit. Norma is now home recuperating.

After church today son Jamey and I went to Judy's. While there, Jamey saw one of his Lamar High School classmates, Keith Kaderly. They were so glad to see one another. Keith lives in Arkansas with his family. I remember when these two young men were just boys riding their bicycles all over town.

Time sure flies.

A lot of you ask me about my mom. Well, she is doing okay.

She walks with a walker, but if her and I were to run a race, she would probably beat me!

She attended the VFW Auxiliary meeting a couple of weeks ago for the first time in several months. Everyone was so glad to see her. She would be getting out a little more if the weather was nicer. The VFW and Auxiliary will be having their Christmas dinner this Sunday, Dec. 14, 12:30 p.m., in the basement of Lamar Memorial Hall. All members are invited. Bring a dish and enjoy.

God bless our troops. Until next time.

“The decisions of the courts on economic and social questions depend on their economic and social philosophy.”

CLUB NOTE

LAMAR COUNTRY CLUB LADIES ASSOCIATION

day, Dec. 2. The winners were Rosalee Potter, first and Kathy Jenkins, second.

The hostess for December 9 will be Gloria Kurtz, with Rosalee Potter to be Joann Jones was the the hostess on Tuesday, Bridge hostess on Tues- Dec. 16.

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Veterans' Day program held at Maple Senior Living

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FRIENDS & FAMILY Rawlings gather for Thanksgiving celebration Earlene Rawlings hosted the Rawlings Thanksgiving celebration. There were 6o present including Dorothy Snyder, Lamar; Doug Rittermeyer, Whitney and Robin, D. Richardson; Bailey Rittermeyer, Jeremy and Lila Mae Capps, Liberty; Pamela and Hanna Anderson, Cheryl Rittermeyer, Robin Ford, Shorty Rittermeyer, Fran Foreman, Kansas City, Mo.; Kathryn Sherron and Jesse Sherron, Excelsior Springs; Brendon Sherron, Marguerite and Lee Buzzard, Janet, Charles and Katie McArthur, Dezmon, Darianna and Maggie Robinson, Jackie Speights, Laura and Cole,

Wayne Johnston with the Lamar Elks Club presented certificates to six veterans during a special Veterans' Day recognition ceremony held at Maple Senior Living. Left, Mycah Reed sang the National Anthem, while Carl Arft (right) led in the Pledge of Allegiance. Above, veterans that were honored were, left to right, Bob Medlin, Gene Loewe, Carl Arft, Avon Burnett, Bill Hillman and Ernest Thieman. Also pictured, far right is Johnston.

Gary Ford, Adam and Telicia Michna, Aiden and Trinity, Jamy Sherron, John and Eva Davis, Brody and Sarah, Linda and Wayne Zaerr, Lamar.

Also, Tabby Rayburn, John Rawlings, Liberal; Ann Wills, Camdenton; Jeff and Angel Rawlings, Zach and Drew, Columbia, Ill.; Loyd and Andrea Rawlings, Cody, Cole and Landon, Highlandville; Richard and Martha Rawlings, Baxter Springs, Kan.; Clinton and Whitney Rawlings and Corbin, Grove, Okla. and Gene Hoover, Colorado.

There was lots of visiting and eating. The young folks enjoyed some practice shooting and football. A good time was had by all.

Lamar native awarded Metropolitan National Banks welcomes Plank international medal LAMAR-Metropolitan National Bank is pleased to welcome Brandon Plank as a new commercial loan officer at the Lamar Banking Center.

Plank brings to Metropolitan two years of banking experience and a solid understanding of the financial tools and strategies to best serve Metropolitan’s customers in the Lamar community.

“Brandon is certainly a valuable addition to our Metropolitan team and the City of Lamar,” said Rick Windes, EVP chief lending officer “He possesses an inherent abil-

ity to create genuine, personal relationships with our customers.

In doing so, Brandon is able to effectively develop solutions that are tailored to customers’ specific needs.”

Plank received his BSBA in Management from Missouri Southern State University in Joplin. Following graduation, Plank put his degree to use serving as club manager for the Lamar Country Club, where he gained real-world experience in leadership and management strate- gies. Plank also served two years as a personal banker with U.S. Bank in Lamar prior to joining Metropolitan on November 14, as a commercial loan officer.

Today, Plank looks forward to making a positive difference in the lives of Metropolitan customers.

“I’m excited for the challenge that being a commercial loan officer in a rural community brings, and I hope my work will soon show me to be an asset not only to Metropolitan National Bank, but to our customers and the community,” said Plank. “I have come to love the City of Lamar, so being able to have a position such as this is a very exciting opportunity.”

Plank’s appreciation for the City of Lamar is evidenced by his community involvement, serving as a member of the First Christian Church of Lamar and the Lamar Country Club. He is also an active and enthusiastic supporter of Lamar Tiger Athletics.

Metropolitan proudly welcomes Brandon Plank to the Lamar branch of Metropolitan, and to the community it serves.

Stephen Nutt, AIA, NCARB, CAE, Sr. Architect and Advisor to the CEO at the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards was awarded the Consejo Nacional de Registro de la Certificacion Professional medal for distinguished service to the profession of CONARC President Maribel Fisher.

Nutt is a 1978 graduate of Lamar High School and received his Bachelor of Architec-

tural degree from Kansas State University in 1983.

He is currently licensed to practice architecture in Virginia and is a Certified Association Executive.

Nutt is the son of former Lamar residents, Hugh and Fran Nutt.

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METZGER’S MUTTERINGS

By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat I hope everyone had a nice, long Thanksgiving weekend like we did here at the Democrat. It sure is nice to be able to take Friday off too. We never had that luxury when the paper was printed twice a week. A lot of readers still comment they would like to see a twice a week paper, but putting one out once a week has its benefits!

I had the fortune to interview Betty Lath-

rop as cook for our annual cookbook and what a delightful lady she is.

There's just something about that generation that made the women stronger, or at least in my opinion. Anyway, at church Sunday I was informed

by Gary Melton that the article was very nice, but that I had omitted the fact that Betty made the best coconut cream pies ever!

After talking to Betty I did come away with some “goodies”, but definitely not a piece of coconut cream pie.

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eral Assembly to take action. Noting that only five states had a lower gasoline tax (17 cents per gallon), an increase in that tax was clearly recommended.

Another addressed the fact that Missouri does not have a statewide 9-11 emergency system. It is totally up to the counties, and 16 of Missouri’s counties have no 9-1-1 service of any kind. MAC suggested that money for a statewide system come from a fee (tax) on wireless (cellular) telephones.

There is none at this time, and Missouri is the only state that does not have a cell phone tax. Making things worse is the fact that more and more landline telephones are coming out of use in favor of

cell phones. Many counties, including Barton County, pay for their 9-11 systems through a tax on landline telephones.

A third resolution sought relief from the unreimbursed cost of housing state prisoners in county jails. After all, most prisoners are being held on violation of state laws, so why shouldn’t the state pay the cost of housing them? The daily cost per prisoner is called perdiem, and MAC is asking the General Assembly to greatly increase the pittance the state pays the counties at the present time.

Six county officials from Barton County attended the meeting, including the county commission.

On Thanksgiving Day Gary and myself delivered meals to the homebound and then we just stay and eat at the church. The First Baptist Church puts out an awesome spread yearly and the cooks definitely know what they are doing. This is a wonderful service to the community and one that many take advantage of, considering that the total number of meals served this year was 480. The Lamar United Methodist Church offers a dinner on Christmas Day and between the two, there is no reason that anyone should have to eat alone during the holidays.

Being off Friday, son Jud and I left early to pick up grandson Kobyn in Liberty, making a stop at the Independence Mall. The

mall wasn't too bad, but the parking lot and traffic were horrendous. Didn't buy anything other than a small stocking stuffer, which was my first purchase for Christmas. Arriving back at our house the four of us (Gary, Jud, Ko and myself) played games for quite a while, which is something we always did when Jud was young, but don't get to near as often as I'd like. It was relaxing and fun...of course I won twice!

Then on Saturday the Lamar Tigers won their fourth straight Class 2 state championship. I'm not one to travel to St. Louis to watch them, relying on the boob tube to broadcast the game. It was a great game, with a record being set by Todd Morrow for the longest

field goal ever in a MSHSAA state game. Fortynine yards is incredible, even by professional and college standards. How proud his family, as well as his football family, must be.

Sunday, following church, the entire gang came over for brunch, followed by me taking Kobyn back to Liberty that afternoon. We tried an alternate route to avoid the KC Chief football game traffic, making us about 20 minutes late, but it all worked out. After enjoying ice cream at Baskins and Robbins (yum, yum) with Peyton and Ko, I headed west for a visit with Aunt Sandra and Uncle Rex. That is something I always look forward to.

Monday at work we hit

the ground running, especially after a long weekend, and are diligently working on not only the total saturation of today's paper, but also a tribute to the Lamar Tigers, as well as Christmas greetings and the kid's drawings and stories. The kid's drawings and stories are something that we really enjoy and hope that all our readers enjoy it as well.

I will end with a quote from the Joplin Globe that I thought was fitting for the season - “My father said there were two kinds of people in the world: givers and takers. The takers may eat better, but the givers sleep better.”

Marlo Thomas, actress and daughter of late actor and comedian Danny Thomas.

Dear Editor: High on the agenda for the new Republican controlled U.S. Congress is to abolish Obamacare, leaving almost 10 million citizens who have already signed up for it without health insurance.

Republicans plan to reduce taxes on businesses with big business the ultimate beneficiary. However the National Budget Office has warned that with the Republican plan, which in fact is the budget plan formerly proposed by tea party Representative Paul Ryan, such tax revenues will fall far short of covering Republi-

can’s own projected budget. The difference, which the budget office says will be substantial, will undoubtedly be made up by middle income earners through piecemeal increases in consumer taxes. Traditionally such enactments are attached as amendments to other legislation with little notice to the public. Systematically, and one by one, such increases will be added until the deficit has been overcome. This was a strategy perfected during the Reagan Administration.

Republicans are bent on making changes to Medicare to include a voucher system intended to force those over 65

out of Medicare and into commercial insurance plans. Federal allocations for these vouchers are expected to be more or less a static amount - with the ever increasing number of citizens in the 65 and over group gradually widening the cost between the insurance premiums and the amount of the government vouchers. That difference will be picked up by consumers.

Republicans plan to change Medicaid to a block grant allocation for each state and it is expected to grossly underfund the need. The inevitable result will be to cut a substantial number of those now eligible until the number which is left fits

into the allocation. The plan is for local charitable organizations to pick up much of the slack indeed Republicans say such organizations are capable of doing so.

The Children's Health Insurance Program will be eliminated. This is a federally subsidized insurance program for families whose earnings are in that strata just above those who qualify for Medicaid, but whose earning are nevertheless too low to enable them to pay the high price of commercial insurance policies.

Republicans intend to establish a commission see LETTER, page 5A

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aircraft when it was at a low altitude over Lawrence County. The Thrush 510 is owned by Midland Flyers of Miami, Okla. and was piloted by Randy Wyrick. It was being used to apply herbicide for weed control when the attack occurred shortly after noon, December 3. The operation of the aircraft was not impaired, and Wyrick retuned to Lamar airport. Midland Flyers had been called upon to assist Lamar crop duster Kevin Kingsley, when Kingsley’s aircraft was taken out of service for re-

pairs.

Kingsley’s wife, Lisa, said the Federal Aviation Administration (F.A.A.) was notified of the incident along with the FBI. The sheriff ’s departments of Lawrence and Barton counties were also alerted. She added that two agents from the FBI office in Joplin responded the same day of the incident, December 3, in the late afternoon and examined the aircraft and took pictures at the Lamar airport. However, they would disclose nothing about their findings.

Again, according to Kingsley, officials from the F.A.A. examined the aircraft on the following day, December 4, and had little to say other than the matter was a law enforcement one. The F.A.A. does not have law enforcement powers. Officer Daniel Graham investigated for the Barton County Sheriff ’s Department.

The Lawrence County Sheriff ’s Department has confirmed the case has been turned over to the FBI and is an ongoing investigation.

Tripp isn't the only athlete in the Tucker family Everyone knows that Tripp Tucker is an amazing athlete. He plays multiple sports and excels at them all! But what many people may not realize is there is a reason he has those amazing athletic genes and that reason is his parents. They are two of the strongest and most fit people in Barton County.

Jeff and Jenny Tucker are not just members of Barton County

Strength Club, but are also the members whose scores and times everyone else is chasing. No matter what the workout of the day is, they both always go after the hardest version of that workout and complete it in amazing fashion. At 5 a.m. every morning, Jenny is in the gym and giving it her all. Every woman after 5 a.m. walks in and looks for Jenny's score, so they know what to try and beat.

Noon is the same thing with Jeff. He comes in and goes after the workout with 100 percent ef-

fort and smiles the entire time. No matter how hard the workout is, no matter how exhausted he is, there is always that smile on his face, showing he is loving what he is doing.

Tripp is a fantastic athlete, he comes from some really fantastic parents, too. They are the kind of athletes that make a coach feel honored to be associated with!

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SCHOOL Lockwood High School to present Christmas program

LOCKWOOD-The Lockwood High School Drama Department will be presenting “Can Mrs. Claus Save Christmas?” on Thursday, Dec. 11, at the Lockwood High School gymnasium. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m., with the middle and high school Christmas program, including vocal and instrumental music.

Directly following will be the theater production.

Admission is free, but donations would be greatly appreciated.

“Can Mrs. Claus Save Christmas?”, written by

Ruth Ann Pattee, is a fun seasonal comedy that reveals the truth about how Santa can perform his magical flight around the world in just one night. The play involves a sinister video game designer, Gil Bates and his henchmen, who kidnap Santa. Mrs. Claus and the elves devise a plan that just might save Christmas.

Come check out this production; it will be sure to entertain you and get you in the holiday spirit.

Area students recognized at Southern Media Showcase

JOPLIN-The winners of the 2014 Southern Media Showcase have been announced. The annual awards recognize outstanding work in publication and video projects by area high-school students. More than 300 students attended the event at Missouri Southern on Thursday, Dec. 4, where the winners were

recognized. It marked the 18th year for the awards, which are presented by the MSSU Communication Department.

Landon Maberry and Dylan Maberry, Lamar High School students, received honorable mention in the High School Video Competition for Animation.

Rylan Wooldridge, son of Mike and Amber Wooldridge, is the sixth grade Student of the Week at Lamar Middle School.

Rylan likes to play video games in his spare time. He plays three different sports and doesn't have any pets.

Tabitha Swatosh, daughter of Matt Swatosh and Stacie Reed, is the eighth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Tabitha enjoys hanging out with friends. She also enjoys riding their horses, Scarlet and June. She enjoys going shopping with her step mom, Nancy.

Ashley Lawrence, daughter of Robert Jr. and Brandy Lawrence, is the seventh grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Ashley plays softball, basketball and volleyball. She has a dog and two sisters and one brother.

Jacob Pugh, son of Amanda Crockett, is the seventh grade Student of the Week at Lamar Middle School. Jacob enjoys playing soccer. He loves reading and likes playing video games.

STAR Students of the week

STAR Students at Lamar East Primary for the week of December 8 are, third row, left to right, Marissa Franklin, Avery Reed, Trenton Severn, Haylee Blanco; second row, Keanen McManis, Aidan Michna, Aiden Hlavaty, Carlie Wagner; first row, Wiley Watts, Ivy Cornish, Kinsley Potter, Arhea Lara.

Liberal Middle School releases first quarter honor roll

LIBERAL-The first quarter honor roll has been released by Liberal Middle School.

All A Honor Roll EIGHTH GRADE- Delaney Miller, Kynli Wolf.

SEVENTH GRADESierra McCuistion, Brandon Overman, Taylor Ray.

SIXTH GRADE- Macy Bean, Gracie Bott, Hailey Gruver, Gunner Miller, Jenna Perry, Molly Stebbins, Bethany Vore, Kayli Wolf.

All A-B Honor Roll EIGHTH GRADEMelanee Beaman, Mary Bean, Windie Becker, Bridgett Bland, Toby

Dingman, Mallory Gazaway, Faith McThompson, Will Niffen, Jessica Roby, Bryant Rose, Colby Selvey, Colton Selvey, Madelyn Wahl.

SEVENTH GRADEYvette Cruz, Kyle Henegar, Kendall Krueth, Cailee Lake, Sydney Shaw, Colton Slinker, Ol-

Letter, continued from page 4A to study the “options for Social Security” with an eye to privatizing it, thus permitting citizens the option of investing privately in their own plans.

It appears this “option” is merely a prelude to an eventual mandate if in-

deed Republicans can manage it.

Many of the federal money grants to states for various public projects such as bridges, highways and other infrastructure repairs are scheduled to be drastically reduced.

ivia Willis, Cameron Wilson, Stephanie Wood.

SIXTH GRADE- Jacee Barthelme, Will Boehne, Rachel Buss, Max Dingman, Case Hampton, Mykayla Kennedy, Rowdy Myers, Bryson Overstreet, Jerry Schuh, Paige Walker, Delaney Wentland.

Inevitably such undertakings, if indeed they are undertaken, will be financed mostly if not exclusively by the state and local governments themselves.

All in the interest of lowering taxes mostly for a privileged segment of our population.

Leon Faubion, Co-Editor Albuquerque, NM themuddycreekjournal.com

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National TV to raffle giant stocking

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Mitchem sworn in as Lamar postmaster

National TV Manager Ed Gettys is pictured with a giant stocking that is being raffled off at their Lamar store. There is no purchase necessary to win and everyone is welcome to enter.

Lamar Democrat/ Melissa Little Following the swearing in of Lamar Postmaster Heather Mitchem (center) she posed for a picture with Gail Hendrix, district manager, left and Tracy Fillpot, Rich Hill postmaster, right.

Lamar Democrat/Melissa Little A special swearing in ceremony, complete with refreshments for those attending, was held for Lamar Postmaster Heather Mitchem on Wednesday morning, Nov. 19, at the Lamar Post Office. Pictured are, right to left, Brian Perron, manager of post office operations, who swore Mitchem in; Mitchem and Tracy Fillpot, Rich Hill postmaster.

BCMH rates high in inpatient survey

The Barton County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees met November 24, with the meeting being called to order by Chairperson Karen Wegener. Other members present were Tom Shaw, Mike Buchanan, Jill Purinton and Mike Vaughan.

Also in attendance were CEO Wendy Duvall, Director of Finance/CFO Michelle Casey, Director of Nursing Marlys Buckner; Director of Quality/Risk Management Eden Ogden; Director of Human Resources Sheila Heckmaster and Eva Davis.

The minutes from October 27 were read and approved following a correction. Duvall distributed a report by Scott Ackman, who would like to attend the January meeting in order to discuss cost saving strategies.

Casey reported that overall statistics for October were up, in comparison to September, bringing the daily census up to 13.4. Surgery, cardiac rehab and physical therapy are up in comparison to last year and the ER

“...proud of our employees for this accomplishment”.

see SURVEY, page 7B

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Area counties make sizable Balek to serve Jasper and job gains in October adjoining counties

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

JEFFERSON CITY-October was a good month for job gains in Barton and surrounding Missouri counties. All five posted substantial gains in job numbers, while four of the five saw increasing numbers in their labor forces. Only Jasper County had dropouts from its labor force as 112 stopped looking for a job.

Barton County added 136 jobs, plus 63 joined its labor force. This resulted in a drop of a point and a half in its unemployment rate, from 6.6 percent in September to 5.1 percent in October. This marked the lowest unemployment rate since December, 2006, when it stood at 4.1 percent. However, that was when Barton County had a much larger economy since it was before the O’Sullivan closure. In December, 2006, Barton

County had 6,092 jobs. In October of this year, the job total was only 4,874.

Cedar County posted the lowest rate among the five counties that the Democrat tracks. At 3.8 percent, it was fractionally lower than Vernon County, which posted 3.9 percent. Cedar County added 162 jobs in October, while its labor force expanded by 82.

Vernon County added 315 more jobs while at the same time its labor force expanded by 201.

That was sufficient to lower its unemployment rate by 1.1 points.

Dade County lowered its rate from 5.4 in September to October’s 4.2 It added 113 jobs while 78 more people joined its labor force.

Jasper County was the only one of the five to have its labor force shrink. It lost 112, which was partially responsible for its unemployment

rate dropping from 5.2 percent to 4.1 percent.

Adding 561 new jobs played a major role in that improvement.

Missouri’s unemployment rate in October dropped 0.4 of a point to 5.9 percent. The national rate improved fractionally to 5.8 percent.

In neighboring Kansas, the statewide unemployment rate improved from 4.8 percent in September to 4.4 in October. All three of the counties bordering the state line nearest Barton County reported modest improvements in their rates. Crawford had 4.1, down from 4.7 in September. Cherokee was at 3.7 percent, an improvement from 4.2 in September, and Bourbon was lowest of the three at 3.3 percent, down from 3.9 in September.

SPRINGFIELD-Robert Balek was recently hired

by University of Missouri Extension as a horticulture specialist working in Jasper and surrounding counties. According to Jay Chism, regional director for MU Extension, Balek will be working with both individuals and commercial growers, as well as providing leadership and training to local Master Gardener programs.

Balek received his Bachelor of Science in horticulture from the University of Illinois and Master of Science in horticulture from Kansas State University.

Balek has a diversified horticulture background.

His past work has included greenhouse management and crop production, landscape design, sales, construction and maintenance and land-

Reality. While we do lose muscle as we age, exercise can partially restore strength and flexibility. It’s never too late to start a graduated exercise program that includes balance training.

Barton County Memorial Hospital has an excellent balance training program.

Myth 4. Taking medication doesn’t increase my risk of falling.

Reality. Medication may increase a risk of falling by sometimes making a person dizzy or sleepy. Talk to a health care provider about potential side effects or the interactions

By GALEN FRIEDRICHS we require them to treat Grace Lutheran Church their siblings, parents and friends properly, if they At what age does God don't we demand both hold us accountable for an explanation and disour actions? Whether we tribute just punishment. are speaking of being re- Throughout school, bequired to give an account ginning with pre-school, for our actions, or being they are held accountable held liable for our actions for their actions, both as and thus bearing or re- they relate to classmates, ceiving the just reward teachers and the teachfor our actions, when are ing and lessons given to we accountable to God? them. At the age of 15-16 In what way do we give we consider them mature an account, in what way enough to drive. At the are we held accountable age of 18 we deem them for our actions before able to make mature deGod and at what age does cisions, grant them the He do this? right to vote, the responWe hold our children sibility to serve in the accountable for their ac- military, the opportunity tions to different levels to smoke and hold them at different ages. For example, at a very early age see AGE, page 7B

National Council on Aging banishes many myths about falls

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Many people think falls are a normal part of aging.

The truth is they are not.

Most falls can be prevented by learning a few steps to stay safe.

Each year, on the first day of fall, the National Council on Aging (NCOA) Fall Free Initiative celebrates National Falls Prevention Awareness Day by encouraging older adults and their communities to get educated on how to prevent falls. “This year, the Falls Free Initiative in 48 states and many more local communities are banding together to take this important message to the people who need to hear it,” said James Firman, NCOA president and CEO. “Serious falls are not an inevitable part of growing older. With education, an action plan, and a support system, we all can be healthy and safe as we age.”

Falls are a major public health concern for the growing aging population. Every 29 minutes, an older adult dies from a fall; every 14 seconds an older adult is treated in an emergency room for a fall related injury. Falls are costly and can cause older adults to lose their independence.

Here are five common myths about falls, banished by reality.

Myth 1. Falling is something normal that happens as you get older.

Reality. Falls are not a normal part of aging.

Studies show that a combination of interventions can significantly reduce falls among older adults.

They include, (1) Engaging in a physical activity program with balance, strength training, and flexibility components, (2) Consulting with a health professional about a falls risk assessment, (3) Reviewing medications periodically, (4) Getting vision and hearing checks annually, (5) Making sure the home environment is safe and supportive.

Myth 2. Falling happens to other people, not to me.

Reality. Many people think, “It won’t happen to me.” But the truth is that one in three older adultsabout 12 million- falls every year in the U.S. Myth 3. Muscle strength and flexibility can’t be regained.

see MYTHS, page 6B

scape experience with public parks, university campuses, tourist attractions and residential and commercial property. He also has had several opportunities for teaching at the college level.

Balek will serve the residents of Barry, Barton, Dade, Jasper, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton and Stone counties. He will also be providing leadership and training for area Master Gardener programs.

As to how Balek's work will impact residents of southwest Missouri, he said, "I'll bring unbiased and research based information to commercial enterprises and residential community.”

As to goals for the coming year, Balek said, "The horticulture specialist position is new to these counties. Our goals include letting people know

Age of accountability

this service is available to them. The intention is to reinforce the programs already in place, and meet with the community to find new ways of collaboration.”.

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RECORDS DEATHS & PAID MEMORIALS

HANNA SCHUETTE LAMAR-Graveside services were held at 11 a.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 3, at Greenfield Cemetery in Cedar County, for Hanna Schuette, 86, Lamar, who died Sunday, Nov. 30, 2014. Pastor Gerald Powley officiated.

Arrangements were under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were Dale Hesseford, Paul Stebbins, Tim Stebbins, Jerry Workman, Josh Workman and Tyler Stebbins.

Honorary pallbearer was Matt Fortner.

Online condolences may be sent to www. konantzwarden.com.

Survivors include a daughter, Dona Stebbins and three grandchildren, Paul Mace, Kansas City, Mo., Paul Stebbins, Liberal and Erin Bazzle, Lamar and nine great-grandchildren, Caitlin, Tessa, Connor, Jackson, Sam, Tyler, Molly, Libby and Tanner.

Mrs. Schuette was born June 16, 1928, in Geru, Germany. When she was two years old her mother passed and she was sent to live in an orphanage while her father fought during war time. She met her husband-to-be, Don, during the war when she escaped the Russian zone and bumped into him. He continued to check on her and promised when the war was over he would send for her. He returned to the United States and did exactly as he promised her he would and she came to the United States in 1946. The two were

married on May 1, 1947 and made their home in Dade County, where they farmed cattle for over 50 years.

Mrs. Schuette was a caretaker of her family and community and when anyone was in need, she was there to help them out. She also worked for a few years at Barton County Memorial Hospital as an aide.

REV. ROBERT WOODY ATKINS, Ark.-Services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Lemley Chapel for Rev. Robert Emery Woody, 85, who went to be with his Lord on December 3, 2014, at the Atkins Care Center. Rev. Gail Brooks and Rev. Naomi Rogers officiated.

Pallbearers were his grandsons and honorary pallbearers were his brother and sister ministers of the Arkansas Area United Methodist preachers.

The online obituary and condolences are available at www.lemleyfuneral. com.

Survivors include his daughter, Vicki Woody Norman Boren and her husband Doug, Atkins; three grandsons, Robert Woody Norman and wife Malynda, Michael Paul Norman and wife Monica, of Houston, Texas and Ryan Howard Woody and wife Abigail of Texarkana; six great-grandchildren, Cortney Elizabeth Norman, Jacob Paul Norman and Gracie Ann Norman and Conner Paul Norman, Jackson and Mason Woody; a sister, Mary Sue and husband La Don Potts, Jerico Springs, Mo.; brothers and sistersin-law, Fred and Carol Rakestraw, Lamar, J.L. Moss, Hot Springs, Oda Mae Woody, Forsyth, Nancy (Rakestraw) Weinstein, St. Francis, Kan., Sue and Larry Gowen, Fayetteville, Jo Ellen Albinson, Russellville, Lavada and Elmer Padgett, Russellville, Linda and Don Burnham, Russellville and Mary and John LaFave, Russellville.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wives, Lois Rakestraw Woody and Iva Neil Reeves Woody; a son, Robert Allen Woody; a brother, Glen H. Woody and brothers-in-law, Al Albinson and Jack Rakestraw.

Rev. Woody was born May 16, 1929, in Shel-

don, Mo., to Emery A. and Clydia E. (Wilson) Woody. He graduated from Sheldon High School in 1947, Southern Nazarene University in Bethany, Okla. in 1958, Perkins School of Theology in Dallas, Texas and courses of study graduating in 1974. He was licensed to preach Dec. 1, 1953, at the First Church of the Nazarene, Garden City, Kan., and at the time he was an elementary school principal/teacher at Pierceville, Kan., and in 1955 became a pastor in Texas and for many years taught school in Missouri, Kansas, Texas and Arkansas. From 1958 until 1970 he was bi-vocational, both as a pastor of Nazarene Churches in Kansas and Texas and a student pastor of the German Congregational Church in Weatherford, Okla., while a student at Southern Nazarene University in Bethany, Okla.

He taught school in order to help support his family.

In 1970 he made a career change and became a United Methodist minister/pastor, where he served United Methodist Church as pastor of the following churches: Tigert/Morning Star and Gardner/New Salem, all in Hot Springs; Mineral Springs/Wakefield in Mineral Springs; Lewisville/Buckner in Lewisville; Carr Memorial in Pine Bluff; Hazen/Duvalls in Hazen; Fairview in Camden; Augusta/Tupelo in Augusta; Nettieton/Mt. Carmel in Jonesboro and Griffin Memorial/Schugtown in Paragould. He officially retired from Griffin Memorial/Schugtown Charge in 1994 and was appointed to the Atkins United Methodist Church in June of 1994, where he served until June of 2006.

He loved being a pastor since October 1955, serving the Lord and helping people find a better way of life for them to live. Thank the Lord for his call, His saving and keeping grace that He provides for all who will follow Him. One of the highlights of his life was when the “People for a Better Atkins” selected him to be “Citizen of the Year” in 1999. He was a member of the Mineral Springs Masonic Lodge 522 and a 32nd degree member of the Scottish Rite in the “Valley of Little Rock, Orient of Arkansas”.

JUDITH “JUDY” RAWLINGS RURAL LIBERAL-Services were held at 10 a.m.

Saturday at the Arcadia Christian Church in Arcadia, Kan., for Judith A. “Judy” Rawlings, 69, rural Liberal, who died at 3:55 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2014, at Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg, Kan.

Rev. Charles Cable and Rev. Curt Holland officiated. Burial was in Shiloh Cemetery at Oskaloosa.

Arrangements were under the direction of Bedene Funeral Home, Arma, Kan. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arcadia Christian Church or the Shiloh Cemetery Fund and may be sent to or left at the Bedene Funeral Home, 517 E. Washington, Box 621, Arma, Kan. 66712.

Survivors include her husband, John Rawlings, of the home; a daughter, Janelle Rawlings, Joplin; a son, Jason Rawlings and wife Leanne, Girard, Kan.; a sister, Barbara Scott, Ft. Scott, Kan. and two granddaughters, Rachel and Emily Rawlings.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Mrs. Rawlings was born Jan. 6, 1945, at Oswego, Kan., to Orin and Mary (Swearingin) Gardner.

She was a homemaker who lived in the Arcadia community most of her life. She was reared in Arcadia and graduated from Arcadia High School in 1962. She worked as an underwriter for Western Insurance in Ft. Scott, Kan. for many years.

She married John Rawlings on March 30, 1963, at the Arcadia Christian Church.

DONALD PETTYJOHN JASPER-A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Greenlawn Cemetery in Jasper for Donald Dee Pettyjohn, 62, Jasper, who died early Wednesday morning, Dec. 3, 2014, at his home.

Arrangements were under the direction of Weng Funeral Chapel.

Online condolences may be expressed and shared at www.wengfuneralchapel.com.

Survivors include his children, Tina Barden and husband Leon, Tim Pettyjohn and wife Heather, Robert Pettyjohn and wife Mary and Rebecca Nichols and husband Dustin; a sister, Norma Jean Eaves and husband Floyed; a half brother, Harold Pettyjohn and many other loved ones including grandchildren, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a twin brother, Ronald Lee Pettyjohn.

Mr. Pettyjohn was born Oct. 3, 1952, in Carthage, to Thomas and Verna Pettyjohn. He was a lifetime Jasper resident. He helped with the family farming, as well as working on other farms and then served as a police officer for the City of Jasper with his twin brother, Ron. He enjoyed driving a semi until he was employed as a mechanic in Lamar, ending up in Jasper with his own mechanic and body shop.

GLADYS DEWITT LAMAR-Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Konantz Warden Funeral Home for Gladys Pearl DeWitt, 83, Lamar, who died Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at Point Lookout Nursing Home in Hollister. Burial was in Memory see DEATHS, page 4B

BRIEFS

All briefs are also posted on the calender at www.lamardemocrat.com.

THE JASPER SURVIVING SPOUSES WILL meet Wednesday, Dec. 10, 11:15 a.m., at the Senior Center in Lamar. This will be the Christmas party. Anyone wishing to take part in the gift exchange should remember to bring a gift.

THE BARTON COUNTY LIBRARY BOARD of Trustees will meet Tuesday, Dec. 16, 9:30 a.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library in Lamar. The tentative agenda will include (1) financial report review including approval of bills paid, (2) minutes and (3) director’s report.

THE LAMAR R-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT will hold a public hearing on Thursday, Dec. 18, 7 p.m., at the middle school library. This public meeting is open to discuss the opening date for the 2015-16 school term.

MILFORD TOWNSHIP ROAD BOARD will meet Thursday, Dec. 11, 6 p.m., at 515 NE 88th Lane.

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP BOARD WILL meet Thursday, Dec. 18, 10 a.m., at 694 SE 40th Lane.

TWO FARM BILL MEETINGS WILL BE held by MU Extension. Both will be from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Lamar First Baptist Church, 1301 E. 6th St., on Thursday, Dec. 18 and Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015.

Participants must RSVP one day in advance by calling 417-682-3579.

THE BARTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE will be closed for Christmas on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 25 and 26.

THE CLASS OF 2017 LAMAR BASKETBALL Tournament will be held January 2-4, 2015, with boys and girls, third through sixth grade divisions. Entry fee is $125 with a three game guarantee. For information call Julie Whyman at 417-262-0981.

A FREE MOVIE MATINEE WILL BE SHOWN at the Mary K. Finley Library on Monday, Jan. 5, 1 p.m.

The movie will be a mystery/thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Call the library at 682-5355 for movie title and details. Anyone over 18 is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.

MEMBERS OF THE LAMAR FIRST BAPTIST Church will be wrapping Christmas gifts for free on Saturday, Dec. 20, 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., at Walmart.

THE LAMAR ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB will have a Christmas sale on Wednesdays, Dec. 10 and 17, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., in the high school commons.

OAKTON CHURCH’S 57TH ANNUAL OUTDOOR Living Nativity Pageant will be December 19, 20 and 21. This portrayal of the story of Christ’s birth will remind you of the meaning of Christmas. Repeating half-hour performances are held from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is free.

A WINDOWS 8 BASICS CLASS WILL be held Friday, Dec. 12, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library in Lamar. This will be a basic introduction to Windows 8 and some of its basic features. A sign-up sheet is available at the front desk of the library. For information call 417-682-5355.

FIBER ART GUILD WILL MEET AT DENNY’S on Thursday, Dec. 18, 9 a.m., for the annual Christmas party. Those attending may bring show ‘n tell. Roll call will be answered with “What I’d ask Santa for if I was six”.

BARTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT will be closed from 12 noon to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 17, for employee education.

BARTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT will be giving flu shots every Wednesday in December, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon and 1:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please bring Medicare, Medicaid or other insurance cards. Not all insurance is accepted. Private pay is $25. For information call 417-682-3363.

THE LAMAR AQUATIC PARK WILL BE closed December 24 through January 1, 2015.

BIRTH

Helen Marie McIntosh

Paternal grandparents are Dennis and Carla McIntosh, Farmington.

Ben and Natalie (Nichols) McIntosh announce the birth of a daughter, Helen Marie McIntosh, born on August 22, 2014. She weighed seven pounds and eight ounces and was 20 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are George and Barb Nichols, Golden City.

MENU

BARTON COUNTY SENIOR CENTER LUNCH MENU: December 15-19 MONDAY- Cubed fish sandwich, macaroni steak with rice and and cheese, french fries, gravy, hominy, broccoli tomato juice, banana, cofand cheese, wheat roll, fee/tea/milk. mixed fruit, coffee/tea/ THURSDAY- Birthday milk. dinner. Oven fried chickTUESDAY- Taco sal- en, mashed potatoes, butad with meat, cheese, tered peas and carrots, beans, lettuce and to- wheat roll, birthday cake matoes, gelatin with with fruit, coffee/tea/milk. pineapple, tostito chips, FRIDAY- Barbecued ice cream, coffee/tea/ pork chop, roasted pasta milk. and vegetables, baked WEDNESDAYbeans, wheat roll, sliced Chicken sandwich or pears, coffee/tea/milk.

COURT MISC.

State V Justin W Anderson, written guilty plea.

State V Olivia Chanel Legrand, tried by court – guilty.

Barton County Memorial Hospital V Rayna Born, default judgment.

Jefferson Capital Sys-

tems, LLC V Sue Enyeart, default judgment.

1st Financial Bank USA V Melinda M Green, consent judgment.

Lamar Chiropractic Clinic V Theodore T Nance, default judgment. see COURT, page 6B

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Deaths, continued from page 3B

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Dean DeWitt on April 28, 1951, in a double ceremony with his brother, Sonny Hardin and wife June. He preceded her in death on March 13, 2011.

Garden Cemetery.

The obituary may be viewed and condolences sent online at www. konantzwarden.com.

Survivors include a son, Eldon Dean DeWitt, Jr. and wife Connie Jo; a daughter, Linda Lavender; four grandchildren, Krystal Schwabauer and husband Mike, Mark DeWitt and wife Clyda, Deanna DeWitt Baca and Lana Reed and husband Curtis; eight great-grandchildren, Celce DeWitt, Reanna DeWitt, Sammy DeWitt, Lacie Reed and Matthew Stinnet, Lindsey Bissick and husband Demar, Leonard Reed, Gra-

cie Schwabauer and Abby Schwabauer; two greatgreat-grandchildren, Alexander Bissick and Demarcus Bissick, and two sisters, Lillian Wilson and Darlene Secoy Cue. She was preceded in death by a brother, Merle Sloss and two sisters, Bonita Betts and Kate Hayes.

Mrs. DeWitt was born March 26, 1931, in Guthrie Center, Iowa, to Robert and Pearl (Bailey) Sloss. She was a graduate of Guthrie Center High School. She was a homemaker and a member of the Living Hope Church of the Nazarene.

She married Eldon

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a 2001 Ford Explorer, being driven by Douglas L Meister, 53, Lamar, was traveling northbound on I49, just north of Jasper, when he lost control on the icy roadway, traveled off the west side of the road and struck a guardrail, causing him to overturn. The vehicle then caught on fire and completely burned. The report stated that the accident happened at 3 a.m. Monday, Dec. 1.

According to the report Meister received moderate injuries and was transported by ambulance to Freeman Hospital in Joplin. The report stated that he was not wearing a safety device.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol report, a two vehicle accident occurred at 6:45 a.m.

on Friday, Dec. 5, half a mile east of Lamar on US 160. The report stated that an eastbound 1999 Chevrolet pickup being driven

by John T Kelsey, 57, Lamar, was stopped in traffic when a 2009 Pontiac G5, being driven by Tommy N Bilson, 30, Lamar, stuck

him in the rear.

According to the report Kelsey received minor injuries and was taken by ambulance to Barton County Memorial Hospital in Lamar. The report stated that both drivers were wearing a safety device.

The Lamar Fire Department responded to a structure fire located at 701 Gulf, at 3:37 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 2. The structure is owned by Brian Carter, who reported the fire.

The homeowner was awakened by the smell of smoke and he and his three daughters were able to escape.

The cause of the fire has been listed as elec-

trical. The homeowner reported having problems with a breaker.

The fire department responded with three trucks and 17 firefighters and was on the scene for approximately four hours. The fire department was assisted by the city electrical crew, the police department, Barton County Ambulance and the Red Cross, who was notified and responded to assist the family.

General Warranty Deed, filed November 20, 2014. Beatrice Allen to Richard L. Sewell, II and Courtney L. Sewell; Lot 2, block 1 in Crestwood Estates, and addition to the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri.

Warranty Deed, filed November 21, 2014. G. Ford Dixon of Clark County, Nevada to Don H. Little and Venice A. Little of Barton County, Missouri. All of lots 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 of block 5, Town of Burgess, Missouri, except 15 feet off the entire east side of said lot 9.

General Warranty Deed, filed November 25, 2014. Franci Pettibon and Ryan C. Pettibon to Jarret S. Thomas and Kelsey A. Groves as joint tenants: All of lot 16 in block 1, Gilkey's Addition to the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri.

General Warranty Deed, filed November 25, 2014. Robert L. Cable and Lori S. Cable to Michael R. Hurt and Rhonda Suzanne Hurt: The northwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section 3, township 31, range 31, Barton County, Missouri.

General Warranty Deed, filed November 26, 2014. Bruce Barker and Leann Barker to BLB Farms, LLC: Parcel 1: All of the southwest quarter of the northeast quarter of section 28, township 33, range 32. Parcel 2: Commencing at the northwest corner of the northeast quarter of the northeast quarter of section 28, township 33, range 32, and running south 82 rods, thence east 20 feet, thence north 82

rods, thence west 20 feet to the place of beginning.

Subject, however, to the reservation of an easement over and across said strip of ground for use as a roadway.

General Warranty Deed, filed November 26, 2014. Joseph L. Meadows and Kari A. Meadows to JK Meadows Farms, LLC: All the north half of the southwest quarter of section 8, township 31, range 32, Barton County, Missouri; all the west 60 acres of the southeast quarter of section 8, township 31, range 32, Barton County, Missouri, except a tract located in the northwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section 8, township 31, range 32, Barton County, Missouri,containing 5.00 acres.

Warranty Deed, filed November 26, 2014. Isaac H. Bull and Betty A. Bull to Isaac H. Bull and Betty A. Bull as Trustees of the Isaac H. Bull and Betty A. Bull Trust: All of grantors interest in the southeast quarter of section 19, township 31, range 32, except the northwest quarter of the northwest quarter of the southeast quarter of said section 19, situated in Barton County, Missouri.

Warranty Deed, filed November 26, 2014. William D. Garr of Comanche County, Texas and Sara M. Garr of Comanche County to Randall Wade Sprenkle and Courtney Ann Sprenkle of Barton

County, Missouri: A tract in the northwest quarter of section 19, township 33, range 31, Barton County, Missouri.

Trustee’s Special Warranty Deed, filed December 1, 2014. James A. Kirby, Trustee of the James and Patricia Kirby Living Trust of Barton County, Missouri to Eric G. Bowman of Barton County, Missouri: A tract in the east half of the northeast quarter of section 35, township 31, range 33, Barton County, Missouri.

Warranty Deed, filed December 2, 2014.

MaDenia Maria Corwin and Brent Corwin, and Dawnita Slinker and Steven E. Slinker of Barton County, Missouri to D.P. Bradbury and Juanita Bradbury of Barton County, Missouri: A tract in the southeast quarter of section 30, township 32, range 32, Barton County, Missouri.

Warranty Deed, filed December 2, 2014. D.P. Bradbury and Juanita Bradbury of Barton County, Missouri to Darrell Sprenkle and Karen Sprenkle of Barton County, Missouri: A tract in the southeast quarter of section 30, township 32, range 32, Barton County, Missouri.

Warranty Deed, filed December 2, 2014. Scott E. Jensen and Chasity Ryan McCoy Jensen of Barton County, Missouri to Craig S. Spencer and Kimberly A. Spencer of Barton County, Missouri:

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MARTHA PENNELL LAMAR-Arrangements are pending under the direction of Daniel Funeral Home for Martha Pennell, Lamar, who died at her home on Monday, Dec. 8, 2014.

The complete obituary will appear in the December 17 edition.

Condolences may be left at www.danielfuneralhome.net.

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MUNICIPAL COURT REPORT Luke Harold Barnes, minor in possession of alcohol x 2, $156 fine.

Terry Lee Bonin, FTA – warrant arrest, $453 fine.

Shane Lee Budd, failure to register motor vehicle, $38 fine.

David Lee Carter, Jr., driving while suspended, no insurance, $439 fine.

William Mack Carter, FTP – warrant arrest, $150 fine.

Autumn Rose Cliett, driving while suspended x 3, driving while intoxicated, larceny under $750 (from building), FTA – warrant arrest, $1427.90 fine.

Jason William Cobb, driving while suspended - 3rd offense, $533.50 fine.

Steve Craig Dill, dog at large, $33 fine.

William Robert Dunlap, marijuana possession, $228 fine.

Mariah Ann Edens, failure to register motor vehicle, $38 fine.

Jackie Dean Ford, failure to register motor vehicle, no insurance, $86 fine.

Rochelle Dawn Forste, larceny under $750 (shoplifting), $308.91 fine.

Nicole Marie Foster, larceny under $750 (shoplifting) 3rd offense, $533.50 fine.

Crystal Rose Harrison, driving while suspended, $236 fine.

Kimberly Michelle Hazard, domestic as-

PROPERTY TRANSFERS

A tract in the southwest quarter of the northwest quarter of section 2, township 32, range 33, Barton County, Missouri.

General Warranty Deed, filed December 2, 2014. Murriell J. Defratus to Robert E. Daniels and Wilma C. Daniels: A tract in the southeast quarter of the northeast quarter of section 18, township 31, range 29, Barton County, Missouri.

General Warranty Deed, filed December 3, 2014. Bradley A. Jones and Charity Jones to Wayne M. Waring: A tract in government 2 of the northwest quarter of section 1, township 32, range 33, Barton County, Missouri.

sault, $186 fine.

Katelynn Blake Higgins, dog at large, $33 fine.

Velma Earlene Ingalls, stop sign/light violation, $33 fine.

Sarah Rae Jaryno, improper backing, $78 fine.

Michael Wayne Kenagy, no insurance, no operators license, FTA – warrant arrest, $309 fine.

Denise Renee Kimmons, domestic assault, $186 fine.

Jason Michael Kimmons, domestic assault, $186 fine.

Jacob Levi Kuhn, open container, $78 fine.

Heather Lynn Lasiter, drug paraphernalia possession, $136 fine.

Shawnee Dawn Lawrence, failure to register motor vehicle, $38 fine.

Mellissa Leeann Laymon, dog at large, $33 fine.

Larry Dean Mahurin, drinking in public, resisting arrest, $364 fine.

Donna Kay Mason, no insurance, failure to register motor vehicle, $86 fine.

Douglas Edward Mayse, drinking in public, $86 fine.

Orion Zachary Medley, excessive noise – tires 2nd offense, $53 fine.

Chase Randall Miller, domestic assault, $186 fine.

Stephen James Moore, following too close, $78 fine.

Howard Alan Morris, failure to register motor vehicle, $38 fine.

Kim Louella Pennell,

speeding 1-15 mph over, $53 fine.

Tasha Renae Sawyers, driving while suspended, driving while intoxicated, $638.21 fine.

Ryan Logan Seaton, operating motor vehicle on sidewalk, $35 fine.

Michael Theodore Shumake, stop sign/light violation, $33 fine.

Shelly Ann Sims, larceny under $750 (shoplifting), $236 fine.

Megan Dawn Smith, theft of utilities, $228 fine.

Torrey Lane Snow, larceny under $750 (shoplifting), $228 fine.

Makayla Dawn Swinson, receiving stolen property, $228 fine.

Jeremy Daniel Swope, drug paraphernalia - 2nd offense, failure to register motor vehicle, $327 fine.

Bennett Jefferson Tabor, speeding 1-15 mph over, $53 fine.

Forrest Edwin Wasson, FTP – warrant arrest, $100 fine.

Daniel Ray Whyman, speeding 1-15 mph over, $53 fine.

Andrew Lee Willet, FTA – warrant arrest, $186 fine.

Jarica Renae Willet, FTA – warrant arrest, $342 fine.

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LOCATION: Barton County, MO, corner of NE 90th Rd. & NE 70th Lane Sec 1, TS 33, RG 30 Barton County, MO

Directions: From Sheldon, MO, on I-49, East on “B” Hwy. 7 miles to “A” Hwy, South on “A” 2 miles to NE 90th Rd., East on NE 90th 1 mile to NE 70th Lane, property lies on the Northwest corner of intersection.

LAND AUCTION–158 ACRES +/- IMPROVED PASTURE Land Description: 158 acres +/- improved pasture, cattle tight fence & cross fencing, two large ponds, currently in good improved pasture, partially terraced from previous farming.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS: 10% paid into escrow day of auction, remainder due at closing. Closing to be within 30 days, seller will provide title insurance & marketable deed at closing. Closing cost to be shared by buyer & seller, sale is not contingent on finance. SELLER IS OUT OF STATE OWNER AND DOES NOT CARE TO MANAGE PROPERTY ANY LONGER, HE IS HIGHLY MOTIVATED TO SELL AND WILL LIKELY ACCEPT ANY REASONABLE OFFER, however he does reserve the right of final bed bid acceptance.

VIEWING & INSPECTION: Property may be viewed and inspected at buyers leisure or by appointment with auctioneer by calling Doug @ 417-448-9540 or Jim @ 417-684-7797.

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Calvary SPV I, LLC V Diane Truscott, default judgment.

Allison C Anderson V Chrisin Thompson, consent judgment.

Mid American Management, Inc. V Kayleigh

Willet, consent judgment.

State V Peyton L Williams, written guilty plea.

State V Landon S Maberry, written guilty plea.

Mitchell McDonald V Kari Friend now Heath, consent judgment.

NOTICE OF FILING FOR LIBERAL R-II BOARD OF EDUCATION Qualified applicants for the Liberal R-II Board of Education may file for office beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 16, 2014

and will continue during the district’s regular business hours, which are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Except for the first and last day of filing, filing will not occur on days that the school district’s central office is closed due

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and build confidence to help them prevent falls, and preserve their independence. Barton County is fortunate to have the facilities at Barton County Memorial Hospital. Contact one of these agencies today to find out how older adults can stay “strong today, falls free tomorrow.”

of medications.

Myth 5. I don’t need to talk to family members or my health care provider if I’m concerned about my risk of falling.

Reality. Falls prevention is a team effort.

Talk with a doctor, a

family member, or anyone else in a position to help.

Let them know about your concerns. Together, take steps to reduce risk including removing hazards in the home, finding a fall prevention program in the community such as at

Barton County Memorial Hospital, or setting up a vision exam. Learn about six steps to take to reduce falls.

Senior centers and other community based organizations across the country host proven programs that help older adults gain strength, improve balance,

to inclement weather. The Board of Education Office will also be closed during Christmas recess beginning at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2014 and ending Sunday, January 4, 2015. Filing will resume, following the Christmas recess, on Monday, January 5, 2015 at 7:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on days when school is in session. The filing period will end at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20, 2015.

Filings take place in the Liberal R-II Schools Board/ Superintendents Office, Liberal, Missouri. Filing shall be done with Carol Marti – Board Treasurer or William Harvey – Superintendent. The terms of Brian King and John Simpson will be expiring in April 2015.

Two Board members will be elected.

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person interested in running for a position on the School Board in the April 7, 2015 election. Persons interested may file at the school district’s office located at 202 West 7th Street, Lamar, MO 64759. Filing will begin on December 16, 2014 at 8:00am through 3:30pm, and will continue during the districts regular business hours, which are Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 3:30pm. Filing will end on January 20, 2015 at 5:00pm. The district office will be closed December 19, 2014 at 3:30pm through January 1, 2015, and therefore will not be accepting candidates filing on those dates.

There are 2 positions avail-

able with three-year terms. 16, 2014 and the closing fil12-10,17-2tc ing date is January 20, 2015.

On the opening and closing Public Notice dates candidates may file beThe Lamar R-1 School Dis- tween the hours of 8:00 a.m. trict will hold a Public Hear- and 5:00 p.m. ing at 7:00pm December 18, Candidates may file for of2014 in the Middle School fice at the Administrative Library. This public meet- Office at 201 West Mercer, ing is to discuss the opening Jasper, Missouri between date for the 2015-16 school the hours of 8:00 a.m. and term.

4:00 p.m. on weekends. The 12-10,17-2tc office will be closed from NOTICE OF December 22, 2014 through CANDIDATE FILING January 2, 2015.

DATES Candidates will be listed on The Jasper R-V School the ballot in the order in Board will have 2 board of- which they file. fices available for election Karla S. Jessee in the April 7, 2015, general Jasper R-V School Board election.

Secretary The opening date for can12-10,17,24-3tc didate filing is December

NOTICE OF ELECTION FILING DATES FOR LAMAR R-1 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS The Lamar R-1 School District will accept Declarations of Candidacy for any

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CLASSIFIEDS Survey, continued from page 1B was very busy in October with 792 visits. Duvall reported that October had the second highest gross revenue of the year, with a gain of $201,000 for the month, bringing the year to date loss down to $493,000. It was reported that the clinics had a high level of activity in October.

As far as personnel, Heckmaster reported that the turnover rate for the month was zero percent, with a year to date turnover rate of six percent, well below the state average of 12 percent. She reported that the hospital's

employee Thanksgiving carry-in meal would be held the next day, and that all were invited to join them. The Christmas employee carry-in meal is scheduled for December 23. Heckmaster stated that open enrollment for insurance was being held during the month and that a Christmas concert with the employees and their families would be held at a later date to be determined.

Ogden reported that the Caregiver Support Group was going well and that another one would be held December 2.

The hospital is currently doing the diabetes support groups every other month, but there may be some changes made in the future. Ogden reported that October was the last month for the Asthma education grant.

Heckmaster reported that the auxiliary had made a little over $1,000 on their scrub sale.

Duvall reported that on the inpatient survey, the overall rating of the hospital was 96 percent, with the emergency department having the highest scores overall. Duvall stated, “We are receiving

very high patient satisfaction scores and should be proud of our employees for this accomplishment”.

It was brought up that the December meeting would be held December 22, and the board was asked if they would like to move the date. A decision was made to tentatively move the meeting to Monday, Dec. 29.

Dr. Hopkins expressed disappointment in Casey resigning her position with the hospital, as he feels she has done a very good job in clinic operations and will be missed.

Following a discussion

regarding the October bills, they were unanimously approved for payment as submitted.

Duvall presented a banking resolution removing Casey, and changing Heckmaster's last name, at all the banks.

A motion was made and voted on to do so.

With no further business in the regular session a motion was made by Buchanan to adjourn to executive session where one physician, John Dobson, MD, was approved as a consulting physician in Pathology. There was also one physician, Patricia

McFarlane, MD, that was approved for appointment as a consulting physician in Radiology.

The Patient Outcome Improvement Report for October was presented

by Ogden for the following departments: clinics, dietary, lab, blood bank, emergency department, pharmacy, radiology and risk management.

With no further business brought before the board, a motion was made to adjourn and reconvene into regular session and following no further business the meeting was adjourned.

Him. Obedience is a matter of the law. Disobedience, transgression of the law is sin. Adam and Eve sinned when they rebelled against God's law and ate of the forbidden fruit. (Gen 3, Rom 5:12) Sin is the transgression of the law or lawlessness.

(1 John 3:4) The law tells us the will of God and condemns us for we have sinned. (Rom 3:20, 7:7) Indeed, whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of it. (James 2:10).

The result or punishment for sin is death. "The soul that sins, it shall die."

(Ez 18:20) "Sin entered the world through one man and death through sin and in this way death came to all men (this is the generic word for mankind irregardless of gender, race or age), because all sinned." (Rom 5:12) "The wages of sin is death." (Rom 6:23) There is an intimate connection between sin and death.

Where there is sin, death follows. Where we see death we know that sin has its effect.

At what age then do we become sinful? David declares that we were conceived and formed sinful. (Ps 51:5) Jesus contrasts the new birth of Baptism, born of the Spirit with the natural birth of this flesh. (John 3:6) The natural birth is sinful and brings death, the spiritual birth is from above (John 3:3-5) and brings life. Thus we see that from the very moment of conception until old age (if we live that long) we are susceptible to death. Children die and are killed from even before birth, if they were not sinful they would not, indeed could not die.

The horrible reality of the death of a child, even a newborn infant child, demonstrates that sin is present and active. Death has no regard for age; it is the great accountability factor and equalizer. Em-

pirical evidence clearly demonstrates that sin and death are active from conception and throughout life.

At what age does God hold us accountable for our actions? The clear testimony of the holy scriptures and the awful reality of death demonstrate that we are accountable to God for sin from the moment of conception on. We cannot excuse, hide, or justify our actions in thought, words or deeds, the law demands death.

What is God's response to sin and death? Jesus Christ. He sent His eternal Son into the world through the womb of the Blessed Virgin that

by His death He might conquer death and give to us eternal life. (John 3:16-18).

How does God give to us this life? By touching us in the waters of holy baptism, speaking to us through His holy word and feeding us with the

true flesh and blood of His Son Jesus. As soon as possible the church has throughout her history, from the Old Testament to today, in accord with the command and invitation of Jesus, brought her children to Jesus. (Luke 18:15-16, Mark 10:1315). It is specifically in the waters of holy baptism that Jesus touches our children (Luke 18:1516), makes them His own (Matt 28:16-20, Gal 3:26-29, Eph 2:18-19), cleanses them from sin (Tit 3:5-8, Eph 5:25-27, Acts 2:38-39) and gives to them eternal life (John 3:3-5, 1 Pet 3:20-21, Rom 6:1-5). To deny Baptism to infants is to despise the command and invitation of Jesus and to condemn the children He has given to us. In the church in the divine service (Acts 2:42), He continues to speak the words of life (John 6:68-69) and nourish His children with the food of life, the Lord's Supper. (John 6:51-58).

Age, continued from page 2B liable to capital punishment.

At the age of 21 it is legal for them to drink alcohol. At varying ages they are allowed to hold public office. While we understand the nature and necessity of accountability in our daily lives, this does nothing to answer the question, "At what age does God hold us accountable for our actions?"

How can we answer the question? The scripture does not simply come out and declare, "at such and such an age one is accountable for his actions and God will require of him both an explanation and judge him accordingly." The closest passage to such a statement is God's judgment upon Israel when they refused to enter the land of promise. (Num 14:26-38, Deut 1:19-40) In this passage God declared that those 20 years old and over would die in the wilderness. But their little ones

whom they said would be victims would enter the land.

While this reflects to a certain extent our use of the ages of 18-21 for certain actions in the civil sphere, no one would agree that children under the age of 20 are not accountable for their actions. This passage does not teach an "age of accountability" nor does it answer the question, " At what age does God hold us accountable for our actions?" To answer the question, "At what age does God hold us accountable for our actions?" we must first answer the questions, "What does it mean to be held accountable by God?" and "For what are we to be held accountable?"

We are held accountable by the law. Because God has created us and continues to provide for our needs, therefore it is our duty to thank and praise, serve and obey

CLASSIFIEDS Cards of Thanks The family of Rodger Ramey wishes to express our deep appreciation for the many prayers, flowers, cards, hugs, memorial gifts and words of condolences when our loved one was taken so suddenly. It is our loss, but heaven’s gain. A special thanks to Daniel Funeral Home, who was so professional, yet so compassionate; Brother Robb Hodson, whose words were so uplifting; the Heart’s Cry Quartet, who made us feel closer to heaven in song and to the kitchen committee, who did an outstanding job preparing food for the visitation. All these expressions of your kindnesses will never be forgotten. May God bless each of you is our prayer.

In Christian Love, Martha Ramey Steve & Sharon Ramey & Family Steve & Sharon Chandler & Family The family of Jessie Buford wishes to thank everyone for their flowers, cards, plaques, thoughts, food and prayers at the time of her passing. A special thanks to Truman Healthcare and Daniel Funeral Home for the care they took of her and to Brother Robb Hodson and the ladies of the First Baptist Church for all that they did. Your thoughtfulness will remain in our hearts forever. May God bless you all.

We would like to thank everyone for all the kind acts, food, cards and donations in Beula’s memory. Thanks also to Dr. Wilson, Barton County Memorial Hospital staff, Truman Nursing Home staff, Hospice Compassus and her caregivers for all they did in caring for her. We appreciate Rev. Mark Turnbough for the lovely funeral service, the United Methodist Church for the delicious meal and Konantz Warden Funeral Home for being so helpful and all they did in making everything easier.

The Family of Beula Miller

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Photo for Lamar Democrat by Jon Brisbin The Lamar Tigers celebrate their fourth state championship in as many years, following their 30-15 defeat over South Callaway at the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis.

Looking back at the Tigers historic 2014 campaign

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an undefeated season when they gave up a touchdown to the Carl Junction Bulldogs on a trick play on the game's final snap. Talk around the area was about whether the Tigers could make it four straight after losing such a talented senior class. Though often overlooked, this year's senior class more than proved themselves and secured a place as one of very few classes that can say they finished all four seasons of football with a championship victory.

The Tigers got off to an impressive

To get a good idea of how the Lamar Tigers were able to win their fourth straight Class 2 state championship and finish with a record of 14-1, one needs to go back to the beginning, which just happened to be immediately after last year's state title and 14-1 season. Being a Lamar Tiger means working hard year around.

The Tigers won their third straight state championship last year with an historic season that saw them nearly break the national scoring record. They set a number see HISTORIC, page 2C of new Missouri records and just missed

Photo for Lamar Democrat by Jon Brisbin Lamar junior Todd Morrow makes the opening kickoff of the Class 2 state championship game.

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Photo for Lamar Democrat courtesy of Terry Redman The Tiger players line the sideline in anticipation of the beginning of the state championship football game vs South Calloway in the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis.

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No. 58 Trenton Mooney and No. 6 Derek Henderson provide the blocking as No. 20 Luke Hardman loses his footing trying to make a cut on the astroturf.

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start, routing their first three opponents, all Big 8 Conference foes. The Tigers hosted Mount Vernon and pounded them 63-0 in the opener. They then traveled to Seneca to play an Indians team that was coming off a second place finish in Class 3, but it was early in what would be a down season (3-7).

Historically the Tigers have struggled against Seneca as much, or more, than any other regular opponent, so it was gratifying to defeat them handily, 59-0.

The Tigers third contest pitted them against Photo for Lamar Democrat courtesy of Terry Redman an undefeated and highly No. 22 Brett McDonald knocks this defender to the ground as No. 32 Rocky touted Monett Cubs crew.

However, minutes before (Danny) Embry gets around the edge for good yardage.

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the contest was to kickoff at Thomas M. O'Sullivan Stadium, the skies opened up and torrential rains fell, accompanied by lightning. The game was delayed for over an hour, before it was determined that the two teams would square off Saturday afternoon. Under clear blue

skies, the Tigers proved area football pundits that they were for real by hammering Monett, 246. Monett would go on to play deep into the Class 3 playoffs.

The following week the Tigers made it 4-0 over see HISTORIC, page 3C

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Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow Lamar senior Callie Burgess gets the crowd fired up at the Edward Jones Dome, home of the Saint Louis Rams and fast becoming the late November home of the Lamar Tigers, who won their fourth straight Class 2 state championship.

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Mustangs, new to the Big 8 Conference. The Tigers dismantled their new league opponent, 71-0.

They followed that win up by thrashing the East Newton Patriots 70-0 at home. On October 10, they defeated Aurora 56-6 and moved to 7-0 in league play, setting up a showdown for the Big 8 Conference title. The Tigers looked to avenge the prior year's last second loss at home and traveled to Carl Junction and unfortunately for the large contingent of Lamar fans

29-28. A long field goal attempt by the Tigers on the game's final play was blocked. A conference championship remains an elusive title for the Tigers.

The Lamar Tiger Pride Marching Band entertains the crowd at halftime of the state championship game in St. Louis. Here the percussion section performs for the hometown Tiger fans.

league competition when they traveled to Cassville and shutout the Wildcats 49-0. The Tigers took a one week break from Big 8 Conference play

and smacked the Butler Bears 74-0 on homecoming night, before a large crowd. Prior to the contest Taylor Fanning and senior quarterback Derek Henderson were crowned homecoming royalty.

Through five games the Tigers defense had only allowed six points. In the Butler game, they recorded two safeties.

The Tigers then traveled to Anderson to face the McDonald County

These flute players and the rest of the Tiger marching band, under the direction of Becky Payne, provided the entertainment for the fans during halftime of the Class 2 state championship football game.

on hand, the Tigers saw this game slip through their fingers as well. The Bulldogs erased an 11 point, fourth quarter deficit to defeat the Tigers

They rebounded the next week by crushing Butler again, 56-0 in the opening round of district see HISTORIC, page 4C

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No. 34 Johnny Brooks lunges for the end zone to score a touchdown and give the Tigers’ momentum going into halftime. The Tigers ran a hook and lateral to perfection with QB Tripp Tucker passing the ball to Ben Kluhsman, who pitched the ball back to Brooks, who outran the defense to the goal line.

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Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow Lamar junior running back Danny Embry drags a would-be tackler during the state championship win over South Callaway.

No. 43 Anthony Wilkerson scores a touchdown, as No. 82 Rylee Cunningham and No. 57 Keegan Duncan look on. The touchdown was nullified by a Tiger penalty.

Photos for Lamar Democrat courtesy of Terry Redman Above, No. 24 Lakin Hardman intercepts this pass and returns the ball for good yardage in the Tigers 30-15 victory. The Tiger defense slowed down South Calloway’s high powered offense to win their fourth straight state championship.

Left, Lamar running back No. 34 Johnny Brooks powers his way to the end zone, to score his second touchdown for the Tigers.

Historic, continued from page 3C play. The Tigers hosted El Dorado Springs on Halloween night and sent them home 58-6 losers.

They then squared off with Stockton for the district title and ran away with the contest 56-6.

The Tigers hosted unbeaten Strafford the following week in the Class 2 quarterfinal. It was a match-up that pitted the number one ranked Tigers against the number two ranked Indians.

The contest was close

throughout the first half, but the Tigers wore down their opponents in the second half to seize a 4817 victory.

The Tigers then traveled deep into Missouri's Boot Heel to play the Malden Green Wave, who were also coming off an easy quarterfinal win.

Again the Tigers were able to open up a big lead in the second half and came away 28-2 winners, to set up a showdown at the Edward Jones Dome

with South Callaway who had defeated Palmyra 27-2 in the state's other semifinal.

The Tigers took the field at the home of the Saint Louis Rams - fast becoming the late November home of the Lamar Tigers - in hopes of defending their streak of three straight Class 2 state championships. A touchdown late in the first half on a hitch-and-pitch by the Tigers gave Scott Bailey's team a 14-7 at the intermission. The Tigers outscored their opponents 16-8 in the second

half of a game full of big plays by Lamar. The 3015 victory ensured that the seniors on this year's team would finish each of their four seasons with a win and a state title ring.

On the year, Lamar outscored its opponents 77087. Per game that breaks down to an average score of 51-6.

It's safe to say that despite the fact that it's been only a couple of weeks since they wrapped up number four, the Tigers are back to work in hopes of making the 2015 season number five.

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This South Calloway receiver broke several tackles to make it to the end zone, with No. 40 Cody Davis trying to keep him from getting there.

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The Lamar Tiger cheerleaders hold the state championship trophy to be presented to the state champions after the Tigers defeated South Calloway 3015 to win their fourth straight crown.

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Tiger seniors No. 74 Clayton Buzzard, No. 58 Trenton Mooney and No. 22 Brett McDonald accept the first place trophy in a ceremony following the Tigers victory over South Calloway.

2014 LAMAR TIGERS

Pictured are, left to right, first row: James White, Isaiah Cleveland, Tanner Phipps, Dalton Hasson, Tristen Foster, Alex Beetler, Bryce Mason, Aaron Moenning, Lane Fanning, Ryan Seaton; second row: Andrew Hillman, Keegan Jones, JD Allen, Thomas Mayfield, Dylan Whitehead, Riley Williams, Stanley Hurt, Wyatt Davis, Jaycee Cornell, Lakin Hardman, Derek Henderson, Anthony Wilkerson, Chase McKibben, Rick Middleton, Will Jeffries, Angel Contreras; third row: Briar Wilhelm, Chase McClane, Cooper Lucas, Tim Riegel-stats, Dave Compton-trainer, Glen Cox, Brett Pettibon, Scott Bailey, Thad Lundine-coaches, Robert Lehman-stats, Steven Bailey and Chris Wilkerson-coaches, Tripp Tucker, Colton Divine, Stuart McKarus; fourth row: Michael McWilliams, Luke Hardman, Hunter Gepner, James Givens, Todd Morrow, Angus Sprenkle, Hayden Bartholomew, Daniel Brisbin, Derek Parker, Kendall Morrow, Danny Embry, McKade Crockett, Matt Whyman, Dru Finley; fifith row: Michael Danner, Lincoln Kaderly, Trey Mooney, Jed Stahl, TW Ayers, Rylee Cunningham, Colby Fiala, Seth Fullerton, Hunter Bayless, Kyler Overstreet, Keegan Duncan, Corwin Williams, Nick Gardner; sixth row: Mike Jones, Sam Buzzard, Dylon Robertson, Sam Timmons, Brett McDonald, Trenton Mooney, John Rice, Clayton Buzzard, Cody Davis, Johnny Brooks, Ben Kluhsman, Alex Oden.

Southwest Missouri Football Coaches Association (SWMFCA) releases Class 2 All-Area football team

Lamar players named to the SWMFCA AllArea Class 2 Football Team are listed below: Offensive Player of the Year – Tripp Tucker Defensive Player of the Year – Brett McDonald Coach of the Year – Scott Bailey First Team Offense: Offensive Linemen – John Rice, senior, 6'4", 285 lbs. and Clayton Buzzard, senior, 6'2", 250 lbs.

Running Backs – Danny Embry, junior, 5'10", 185 lbs.

Quarterback – Tripp Tucker, senior, 5'9", 165 lbs.

Place Kicker – Todd Morrow, junior, 5'11", 190 lbs.

First Team Defense: Defensive Linemen – Angus Sprenkle, senior, 5'11", 270 lbs.

Defensive Ends – Trenton Mooney, senior, 6'5", 260 lbs.

Linebackers – Jed

Stahl, junior, 6'0", 180 lbs. and Johnny Brooks, senior, 6'1", 190 lbs.

Defensive Backs – Brett McDonald, senior, 6'2", 210 lbs. and Ben Kluhsman, senior, 6'1", 185 lbs.

Kick Returner – Matt Whyman, sophomore, 5'10", 165 lbs.

Second Team Offense: Offensive Linemen – Keegan Duncan, junior, 6'0", 195 lbs.

Running Backs – Anthony Wilkerson, sophomore, 5'9", 165 lbs.

Quarterback – Tripp Tucker, senior, 5'9", 165 lbs.

Athlete – Luke Hardman, sophomore, 5'10", 165 lbs.

Second Team Defense: Defensive Linemen – Dylon Robertson, Lamar, senior, 6'1", 210 lbs.

Linebackers – Tanner Phipps, sophomore, 5'8", 160 lbs.

Other Honorable Mention: Defensive Back – Laken Hardman.

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Team Statistics (Final)

2014 MSHSAA Show-Me Bowl Lamar vs South Callaway (Nov 29, 2014 at St. Louis) Team Totals FIRST DOWNS Rushing Passing Penalty NET YARDS RUSHING Rushing Attempts Average Per Rush Rushing Touchdowns Yards Gained Rushing Yards Lost Rushing NET YARDS PASSING Completions-Attempts-Int Average Per Attempt Average Per Completion Passing Touchdowns TOTAL OFFENSE YARDS Total offense plays

LAMAR 19 18 1 0 318 63 5.0 3 320 2 51 1-4-1 12.8 51.0 1 369 67

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18

4

14

0

100

25

4.0

1

114

14

228 18-36-1

6.3

12.7

1

328

61

Team Totals LAMAR Average Gain Per Play 5.5 Fumbles: Number-Lost 0-0 Penalties: Number-Yards 8-71 PUNTS-YARDS 1-32 Average Yards Per Punt 32.0 Net Yards Per Punt 32.0 Inside 20 0 50+ Yards 0 Touchbacks 0 Fair catch 0 KICKOFFS-YARDS 6-307 Average Yards Per Kickoff 51.2 Net Yards Per Kickoff 38.0 Touchbacks 2 Punt returns: Number-Yards-TD 0-0-0 Average Per Return 0.0 Kickoff returns: Number-Yds-TD 2-28-0

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The Tiger team celebrates their hard earned victory as they raise the championship trophy to show the Lamar fans what they had worked so hard since last year to achieve.

Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow Lamar senior quarterback Tripp Tucker does a television interview with Adam Seidel of Fox Sports following the Tigers 30-15 victory over South Callaway for their fourth straight Class 2 state championship.

Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow Lamar Tiger fans had a lot to cheer about Saturday as the Tigers won their fourth straight Class 4 state championship. Here Shelby Haskins (from row, left to right), Ryan O'Sullivan and Karsen Hull celebrate. Behind them is Hannah Blannanbach and Hannah Hill, both from Oklahoma City.

SOCAL

5.4

2-2

1-10

1-23

23.0

23.0

0

0

0

0

2-83

41.5

27.5

0 0-0-0

0.0 4-39-0

Team Totals LAMAR Average Per Return 14.0 Interceptions: Number-Yds-TD 1-32-0 Fumble Returns: Number-Yds-TD 0-0-0 Miscellaneous Yards 0 Possession Time 31:23 1st Quarter 6:42 2nd Quarter 6:27 3rd Quarter 10:27 4th Quarter 7:47 Third-Down Conversions 7 of 15 Fourth-Down Conversions 3 of 4 Red-Zone Scores-Chances 3-5 Touchdowns 3-5 Field goals 0-5 Sacks By: Number-Yards 1-5 PAT Kicks 3-4 Field Goals 1-2

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9.8 1-16-0 0-0-0

0 16:37

5:18

5:33

1:33

4:13 4 of 10 2 of 5

2-3

2-3

0-3

0-0

1-1

0-0