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Louise Davis Callao, MO DEMOLITION DERBY SET FOR AUGUST 24 & 25 The 8th Annual Macon County Park’s “Best of the Best” Demolition Derby will be changing things up a bit this year. On Friday night, August 24, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., we will be featuring the Team Heats and Team Consolation and on Saturday night, August 25, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. the Derby will start out with the Full Size cars, Compacts, Trucks and ending the evening and the event with the Team Feature. Gates open at 5:00 p.m. Anyone interested in the Rules & Regulations can contact Rob Baker at 1-515-462-5775. On Saturday morning and afternoon, August 25, 2012 the Crossroad Cruisers Car Show and the Automotive Swap Meet will be held in and around the Macon County Expo Center at the Macon County Park. Vendors interested in the Swap Meet can set up between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Vendors’ fee for a truck/car and trailer is $25.00, any extra trailer is an additional $20.00. Spots are on a first come, first serve basis. Admission to both events are FREE of charge to the public. Advanced tickets can be purchased up until Thursday, August 23, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. at: The Home Press, Casey’s on Briggs & Missouri Streets, C & R Market, MaconAtlanta State Bank, Prenger Foods and Sinclair Mini Mart, all in Macon. Advanced ticket prices are $11.00 for Adults; $4.00 for children 5-10 and children under the age of 5 are free. Gate prices are $1.00 more. For more information call 660385-3742/660-651-6516, check our web page at www.maconcountypark. com or our Facebook site at Macon Missouri Demolition Derby.
Macon ...............................$3.35 Bevier................................$3.35 Clarence ............................$3.35 Marceline ..........................$3.20 Moberly ............................$3.27 Kirksville ..........................$3.25 Columbia ..........................$3.39
Little Mr. and Miss Macon County Flywheel Calahan DeVore, son of Jason & Jessie DeVore of Clarence and Franchesca Moyer, daughter of Tim & Nikki Moyer of Excello.
MACON BUSINESSMAN SENTENCED ON FRAUD CHARGES David Grammer was sentenced to 78 months in prison involving his scheme to market an energy generating machine known as “Boydoplex.” In addition to his prison sentence, he was ordered to pay restitution of $2,719,189. As part of his earlier guilty plea, Mr. Grammer agreed to the forfeiture to the government all money and property derived from the illegal activity with the understanding that the funds received through the seizure of his assets would be provided to his victims as restitution. According to court documents and the evidence presented during the sentencing hearing, prior to 2004, Grammer and an associate
started a venture to develop, manufacture, and market an electronic device that would generate energy. Grammer was to serve as the project engineer and the associate would be responsible for raising the capital needed to fund the venture which they named Boydoplex. His partner died in 2004 and his daughter assumed her father’s responsibilities. As the device was fictitious, funds raised for its development were used by Grammer. Between March 2004 and April 2011, Grammer made statements in person and through e-mail representing that the project was on the verge of sale for amounts ranging from $300,000,000 to $863,000,000. More than
84 individuals and businesses invested over $3.3 million towards the development of the device, and $2,719,819 was traced to Grammer’s bank accounts. Grammer made additional false statements that he and fictitious associates were developing prototypes and working models of Boydoplex in laboratories located in Evansville, Indiana, and Hannibal, Missouri. In order to further the scheme, Grammer opened electronic mail accounts for the fictitious individuals and sent correspondence to his former partner’s daughter in their names. He also telephoned some investors pretending to be the fictitious individuals. When investors questioned
the delays, Grammer told them that the laboratories had been destroyed by floods and other natural disasters. David Grammer, 55, Macon, Missouri, pled guilty in April to two felony counts of mail fraud and appeared today for sentencing before United States District Judge Jean C. Hamilton. This case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the United States Postal Inspection Service, and the United States Trustee’s Office. Assistant United States Attorney Tracy Berry handled the case for the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
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LOCAL NEWS
Stump Your OATS, Inc. Regional Office Moves to Macon From Friends! Its Former Location In Shelbina
111 N. Rollins St. Macon, MO 63552 (660)395-HOME(4663) (660)395-4664 FAX
Sales Patty Greenwood
This week is a photo taken in 1971, Who is she?
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Last weeks photo was of Larry and David Leath. It was a stumper! Several Guesses were given, but nobody had the correct name.
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RON GILLETT for 6th District State Representative
The OATS Regional office is now located at 3006 Jim’s Road in Macon. The office recently relocated from their former location in Shelbina.
OATS, Inc. is pleased to announce the relocation of their Northeast Region office from Shelbina to Macon effective July 30. The new office is located at 3006 Jim’s Road in Macon. The toll-free number is still 800-6546287, but the local phone number will be (660) 3953041. The OATS Northeast Region office oversees 16 counties in Missouri including: Adair, Clark, Knox, Lewis, Lincoln, Macon, Marion, Monroe, Montgomery, Pike, Ralls, Randolph, Schuyler, Scotland, Shelby and Warren. OATS outgrew their office in Shelbina some time ago and needed additional space for both staff and vehicles. The NE Region now has 12 office staff in offices in Macon, Kirksville and Troy, 103 drivers, 235 volunteers and 122 vehicles. “We will miss the fine
folks of Shelbina we have worked with over the past 32 years, but look forward to the amenities Macon offers,” said Sheree Webb, Northeast Missouri Regional Director. “Sitting on the junction of two state highways, 63 and 36, means this facility-with a break room, bus wash and maintenance shop--will be accessible to more of our drivers,” said Webb. Funds to build the new Macon facility were provided by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and could only be used to build a transit facility. “We’re so pleased we were able to obtain funding for a new transit facility for our Northeast Region, said Dorothy Yeager, OATS Executive Director. “ We’re also appreciative of the administration and oversight provided by the MO Department of
Transportation. Their help in assuring compliance with the federal regulations pertaining to ARRA grants has been invaluable,” said Yeager. OATS, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit corporation providing specialized transportation for senior citizens, people with disabilities and the rural general public in 87 Missouri counties. Governed by a 15-member Board of Directors, the organization has a staff of over 750 employees and a fleet of 800 vehicles statewide. The home office is located in Columbia, Missouri with seven regional offices located throughout the state. OATS has grown to be one of the largest and most unique systems of its kind in the country. For more information about OATS, Inc., please visit their website at www. oatstransit.org.
Gemma Elizabeth Miller Let’s Send A Proven Leader To Jefferson City 32 years business management experience
Board member Missouri MASTERS (Missouri State Highway Patrol) Board member Moberly Area Community College Foundation Board member Moberly Public School Foundation Board member Area Economic Development Corp President/board member numerous community youth leagues
RON GILLETT AUGUST 7 ON THE REPUBLICAN BALLOT
Gemma Elizabeth Miller, daughter of Randy and Martina Miller, of Macon, was born July 20, 2012 at Boone Hospital in Columbia. She weighed 8lbs 1.6 oz and was 20.5 inches long. Her grandparents include: Jeff Wyatt of Bevier, Ronnie and Mary Beth Truitt, of Macon, and Steve and Rita Miller, of Graham. Great-Grandparents are Wanda Wyatt, of Bevier, Max and Kay Miller, of Ericson, Nebr., and Bob and Martha Pope, of Maryville.
Paid for by Friends of Ron Gillett, Chris Shoemaker, Treasurer
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT “Helton Appliance”
ABOVE - Helton Appliance in Macon is still family owned and operated. RIGHT - Pictured are Angela Helton, Wayne Helton, Pat Helton and Walt Smith
Thirty years ago a father and son began a partnership and today a local business is still owned and operated by the Helton family. In 1982 Wayne and Kenneth Helton opened Helton Appliance on Vine St. downtown Macon. Helton Appliance moved to their current location at 213 N. Rollins St. in 1994 and still has the same principles and values of operation since the beginning. Helton Appliance carries major brands of appliances including Amana, Whirlpool, Maytag,
Oreck, and Kitchenaid. Offering competitive prices, dependable service and delivery, Helton’s have maintained their customers over the years. Each Spring, they are sure to recognize them by holding a special, private letter sale. Every customer is mailed a letter and puzzle piece. Customers are able to come in and place their piece to find out if they are the lucky one to received the winning piece of that years puzzle. Wayne and Angela Helton, along with their two children,
Andrew age 20, and Rebecca age 16 are longtime residents of Macon and members of Crossroads Christian Church. Wayne enjoys dirt track racing and fishing in his free time and the family enjoys participating in the Local 4-H club and FFA activities. Helton Appliance is located at 213 N. Rollins St. Macon, MO. The hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm and Saturdays 9:00 am to Noon. (660)385-5850
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ALAN WYATT
6th DISTRICT STATE REPRESENTATIVE Linn, Macon and Randolph Counties
A PROVEN LEADER With Experience To Get The Job Done H Presiding Commissioner Macon County H Family Farmer H Chariton Valley Board of Directors H Bevier School Board H Macon County Cattlemen H Farm Bureau Board A CONSERVATIVE CANDIDATE WHO IS PRO-LIFE, PRO 2nd AMENDMENT, PRO-AGRICULTURE, AND FOR LESS GOVERNMENT. “I Will Put My Experience To Work For You In Jefferson City” Alan Wyatt Paid for by Committee to Elect Alan Wyatt, Jane Thompson, Treasurer
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COMMENTARY COMMENT
From the Editors Desk
DROUGHT CONDITIONS AFFECT LIVESTOCK
BY KATHY LIEBHART EDITOR kathy@maconhomepress.com
YEAH! Rain being sent from above! It’s hard to believe August is already here! We have only camped once this summer. The weather has been too hot. It’s funny when I think about camping; I consider it to be a vacation or a weekend of relaxation, when I get there, I suddenly remember all the work and the extra cooking it is. Food is always better when you’re camping. The problem is once we’re back home for a few weeks I forget and think camping is great again. Getting my husband to go is like pulling teeth, actually getting him to go anywhere is tough. They say opposites attract and in our case that is true. We have nothing in common. I am always ready to go anywhere, anytime. You don’t even have to tell me where or for how long; just tell me when to be ready. Wade on the other hand will not go anywhere. I have been trying for years to go on a vacation and still haven’t left the state except once on business. I have a list of places I would love to go see, his list consists of anywhere within 10 miles where there is a piece of heavy equipment he can
LIEBHART watch. And he will tell you just that if you ask him. He teases me saying I would have made a good gypsy. Actually, when I think about it, they had it going on, go where ever and when they get tired of it, pack up and move on. Not much baggage, furniture etc… just necessities. No stress or anything to tie you down. I’m just waiting for the word for Wade to say lets auction off everything and travel before it’s too late. Of course reality sets in and then I start looking for around the property for a couple burial plots. Jokes aside, it seems the older I get, the more I think of all the things I wanted to do and still haven’t. I guess that’s why there are bucket list. It’s a good thing Wade’s is empty since I have enough to fill both buckets. However I am determined to get him on a train this year, We’ll see.
FAITH That Which Cost Me Nothing Luke 9:58 A certain man said I will follow you whither so ever you go, And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nest; but the Son of Man hath not where to lay his head. Jesus Christ asked him to count the cost, and warned there would be no free rides. Jesus called “following him” our reasonable service. We have no record of Jesus living anyplace. Even though he had homes that he would visit he admitted he was homeless. The home of his dear friends, Mary, Martha, and Lazareth, was such a place where he would stop for rest and meals. On one such visit Jesus told Martha she was troubled with too many things. Martha had the same opportunity to set at Jesus feet as her sister Mary; but she missed it because she
was so busy with the meal. The meal could have waited. If our daily life has no time for Jesus we must cut back. We are too busy. Jesus said, come unto me. Jesus sent seventy men out to witness by twos. He told them not to carry their purse, script, or shoes and salute no man by the way. Go in all haste don’t get caught up with needless conversation, or complaints, and keep the load light. When David decided to repent he was offered a trashing floor and oxen free to sacrifice. He said he could not offer to God what cost him nothing, for some this would have been a dream come true, a chance to serve God with no cost. Do we understand that we have a job to do? We can not leave the Christian duty for others. There is a call to stand. Worship Center Pastor Ron Thomason
Judge Prewitt Donates 7 County Fair Hams Church’s Agape Café Judge Philip Prewitt donated 7 hams purchased at the Macon and Shelby County Fairs to the Agape Cafe in Macon. Judge Prewitt said, “I am excited to help support our youth in their 4-H projects and also help the Crossroads Christian Church provide food to the community.”Q The Agape Cafe is operated by volunteers from the Crossroads Chris-
tian Church. It offers free meals on the first and third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Macon American Legion Hall at 105 South Rollins in Macon. Meals are also delivered to those who are unable to get out and come to the cafe to eat. Ms. McQuitty said she was very happy to get the hams.
Drought conditions not only hurt field crops, but many of the area pastures are suffering because of the extreme heat and dry weather.
RECIPES
COIN OPERATED Life’s Challenges , well my story today it a bit of a grim tail no pun intended you’ll see what I mean a little bit later in the story. As we all grow older we all get a little wiser, a bit more cautious and better looking. Ok, ok, older for sure, then there are things that start to happen . Our eye sight fads, our hair turns gray (or just falls out –me-), you can’t move as easily from the chair to the table and even worst from the table to where ever. Then your Dr. starts in with “Well Jim happy birthday it’s that time again”. OOOh the dreaded un heard of test from you know where. “THE COLONSCOPY “ ya about now my brothers that are reading this are chucking to them self’s. You know my doc said I didn’t do so good 4 years ago on the test so I had to do it again , how do you pass a test that you can’t even study for and where would you get the study material for it , and who would if you could. Really it’s not the test that’s the hard part other then a major trust factor with the doc. It’s the prep AAaaaa I’m telling you self-injected terror you must put yourself through and the terrible ordeal of the discipline. You must have to drink it all and not poor half of it out, they will know if you do, o yes they will. The very 1st test Vic, my other half, told me take this little bottle of “the STUFF” and mix it with your Mt. Dew, haaa!, unheard of, ruin my Dew, give it to me I say and turned it up and did it like a shot . Holy Mollie it was like French
kissing the Morton salt girl yukkkk! I could hear the ocean both of them it was so salty, didn’t know why, also didn’t know why if you know what I mean. We were about 30 miles from home and I started out from the parking lot of the store to go home and before the end of the parking lot things started changing. My belly was rumbling ect… ect.. .ect.. and the race was on. I looked over at Vic. Big tears running down her cheeks I was in wonderment. “What’s wrong honey”? I ask. “Nothing she says, “these are happy tears”. I really didn’t know who was worst off me or her she was dying from laughing and I was just dying. Never the less all moved along and the next day had arrived and off we went. When you go in, you see the “good nurse” and the “bad nurse”. You can guess which one was which by the positions they took in the opp. Room , my favorite was the one in front. Next thing you know every body’s talking about lunch and you’re being wheeled off to a room to get dressed and are in a fog about the whole thing wondering if it was all a bad dream. This year I mixed the STUFF with a whole box of crystal light orange made a ½ gal which you had to drink in 2 hours. I’ll never look at tang the same. By the way if you’re reading this and it don’t make sense to you , it will someday but hopefully by then it will all be done with a Lazer! Signed, Colon Cancer Free Me. Jim Coin
Everyone enjoys trying new recipes. You may find something new to add to your weekly menu. We love to hear from our readers! Please submit your favorite recipe and we will publish it in one of our issues. Mail to Home Press South, PO Box 65, Bevier, MO 63532 Attn: Reader’s Kitchen
EASY HOMEAMDE ICE CREAM 2 C. Heavy Cream 1 14oz Can Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 ½ tsp. Pure Vanilla Extract Beat the cream, condensed milk and vanilla in a large bowl until thick. Stiff peaks form in 3 – 5 minutes. Transfer mixture to loaf pan or a freezer safe container and cover to freeze until firm.
NO BAKE PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES 2 cups sugar 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup milk 1 cup peanut butter 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 cups rolled oats (old fashioned) [*Quick oats will make the mixture too gooey] In a large saucepan, mix sugar, butter, and milk; bring to a full, rolling boil over med heat. Boil for one minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla, stirring until peanut butter is melted; stir in oats. Working quickly, drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper.
FRUIT ROLL-UPS 2 C. Fruit Sliced 2 Tbs. Honey Vegetable Spray Plastic Wrap Puree sliced fruit in a blender with honey. Pour into a non-stick baking sheet coated with vegetable cooking spray. Dry in a 140 degree oven until the sheets peel away easily from the baking sheet. Store by rolling on plastic wrap and keep in a covered container in refrigerator.
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COMMUNITY NEWS by Doris Noah A SUPER VACATION It was not many months ago Opal Witt was in a car accident that laid her up for several weeks. The family trip to Alaska they had planned seemed out of the question. Not so. On the 21st of June Opal Witt accompanied by her daughter Nancy (Witt) Dauber and great grandchildren Elias and Madelyn Dauber left KCI bound for Seattle, Washington and on to Alaska. Opal reports they toured the city of Seattle and then left by Princess Cruise ship for Alaska. While on the cruise they saw a lot of wildlife and more beautiful scenery than she could have imagined. They went to Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway in Alaska as well as Victoria, British Columbia. On the way home they flew from Seattle to Colorado where they spent eleven days at the home of Opal’s grandson, Josh Dauber, and his family. Elias and Madelyn got better acquainted with their cousins, Stevie and Mykie. When Nancy asked her mom where they should plan to go on vacation next year the answer was quick coming, “Let’s go back to Alaska”. Nancy (Witt) Dauber is on vacation from her
teaching position in Dittelbrunn, Germany. She is visiting relatives here in the Bucklin area. BUCKLIN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MEETS Thelma Jones called the special meeting of the BCA to order at 7:00 p m July 23, 2012. The group is meeting each week prior to the annual homecoming which is August 2, 3 and 4. Committee reports were given: Bob Davis reported he and Greg Noah are in the process of repairing the runway at the stage. Stacey Anders is purchasing supplies for the food stand. Lori Davis and David Jenkins are composing the flyers for advertisement. James Jenkins will see to the cleaning of the park each evening during the homecoming as he has in the past. Betty Shoemaker reported family sponsorships are still being received. She mentioned that there has been excellent response to this appeal. Thelma Jones and Stacey Anders are gathering business sponsorships and attendance prizes. Stacey has the pie lists ready to distribute to the callers. Lori has the list for the ladies to call for the cake walk. Other business was dealt with and the meeting adjourned at 8:10 p m. The next meeting is scheduled for
July 30. CONGRATULATIONS WILMA Wilma Jobson is to honored with a retirement reception on Sunday, July 29, 2012. Wilma has been with the United States Postal Service for 37 years; the last 19 at the Mendon facility. Wilma and her husband, Bob, live south of Bucklin on Abbey Road. We add our congratulations as Wilma shifts gears from an everyday working lady to a life of “leisure” as she retires. Keeping track of home, children and grandchildren will soon have her wondering how she ever had time to go to work five days a week. CIVIC CLUB GUEST NIGHT Civic Club President Debbie Reid welcomed club members and guests to the annual Guest Night/ Salad Supper July 19, 2012 After supper Debbie introduced Missouri State Highway Patrolman Sgt. Brent J. Bernhardt. Sgt. Bernhardt was assisted by Dalton Stark as they distributed material pertaining to safety especially for women. What are the best guide lines for staying safe when traveling alone, keeping safe when shopping and in mall parking lots? Sgt. Bernhardt gave several useful tips and had good advice. One of his comments to be taken seriously by every woman present was, “ If something does not feel right it
probably is not right. Be safe and always rely on your common sense. The good Lord gave you common sense. One of the best deterrents to danger is common sense.” Sgt. Bernhardt also related interesting experiences from his years in law enforcement during the program. Peggy Finney conducted a drawing for the door prizes. The winners were Dena Peterson, Joyce Rulon, Dalton Stark and Frances Jenkins. Debbie Reid led the group in reciting the club collect before the brief business meeting. Twelve members responded to roll call, ‘summer vacation memories’. Secretary Lynn Shipley read minutes from the June meeting and Peggy Finney the treasurer report. Both reports were accepted as read. The club donated to the fund for the fire Department to purchase a heat imaging camera. Marj King reported having sent nine cards since the last meeting. Patti Gilmore and Cherry Miller were asked to be in charge of planning the club’s float in the homecoming parade on August 4. The meeting adjourned with the Civic Club prayer. The next meeting is scheduled for August 16, with Patti Gilmore to send the newsletter. GLAMORENE ??????? While going through a
box of jars from the cellar Marilyn Dowell found a pretty gallon jar with the word GLAMORENE embossed near the bottom of the jar. She called here to see if I had an idea what GLAMORENE was? I had no idea. If you know please give me a call 695-3600 and we will be grateful. HOLLYHOCKS Due to the hot dry weather our hollyhocks have bloomed and gone to seed early. If you would like to have some seeds give me a call. A couple of years ago Otha Vobornik was kind enough to share his seeds with us and they are a joy. I will be happy to share with you. IT WAS BOUND TO HAPPEN Take a look at the flower bed at the SE corner of the Assembly of God Church lot. A couple of months ago a person unbeknown to anyone replaced the old gaudy cat on the colorful bicycle with a bright new
bicycling Uncle Sam. It was a fun prank. Now I hate to report that Uncle Sam has escaped. Yes, he is gone. It is a good guess he just had enough of this extreme heat and headed to north Minnesota. Who would blame him? ODDS ‘N ENDS How hot is it? This afternoon (July 25th) when I passed by our front window a red squirrel was laying in our bird bath getting a cool drink. He was enjoying the water inside and out. The temperature was over 100 but that really isn’t news anymore is it? Do you have an item for the Bits from Bucklin column? Is so please call 660 695-3600, email dnoah112@gmail.com or feel free to come by our house with your news anytime. Every item is appreciated and just what it takes to make our news newsy. Hope to see you at the Homecoming! Doris Noah
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by Jayne Roberts MACON COUNTY COWBOY CHURCH Macon County Cowboy Church met July 19 at the 36 & 3 One Stop in Callao with Jim Fitzgerald opening the meeting with prayer and concerns. Genny Wright led in group singing and then presented a special “Consider The Lillies”. Jim’s message was from Colossians 2: 1-14. Richard Castle closed the meeting with prayer. They will meet again next week, same time, same place. Everyone welcome. CALLAO CHRISTIAN CHURCH Sunday, July 22 Dr.
Ronald Oaks from Central Christian College in Moberly gave a presentation during Sunday School hour of the work being done at the College and brought the morning message during the worship hour. Monday evening a number of members gathered to tie dye shirts for V.B.S. They did 120 plus in 2 hours. Melanie says it goes to show the Lord’s people at Callao Christian Church mean business when it comes to reaching our community’s kids for Christ. !!! CALLAO AMERICAN LEGION The Callao Ameri-
Clarence Care Center by Kim Hutcherson John Laye and Tim Harvey led Church services for the residents and their guests Sunday morning. Those attending were Lawrence Rice, Helen Griswold, Jim Hill, Dorothy Dee Daniel, Mildred Walter, Mary Gertrude Edwards, Geneva Oliver, Marilyn Stockmann, Grace Killen, Blanche Hoffman, Lois Schwanke, Glenn Wallace, Frances Browne, John Chinn, and Della Griffith. Monday morning, Holly and the residents started their week off by playing the Nintendo Wii Wakeboarding game. The realistic crashing of the waves made everyone feel like they were on the shores of Waikiki! Mary Gertrude Edwards received the most points during today’s game. The resi-
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dents played Bingo in the Community Room this afternoon. The grand prize winners were Oreta Imler, Glenn Wallace, and Marilyn Stockmann. The residents were treated to a Spa Day on Tuesday. Manicures and massages were welcomed and much appreciated by all the residents. This afternoon, several residents played SkipBo, one of their favorite card games. Al Cadwell and Friends came out this evening and sang for the residents. The Friendship Design class met Wednesday morning. They made fans into some very beautiful tulips. Rev.Stan Hudson, from the Clarence Church of the Nazarene, led Bible study this afternoon. Scripture was read from Proverbs 3:5-6 and the
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can Legion and Auxiliary Post 360 met Thursday July 12,2012 with Elsie Sagaser,Janet Kelly,Wanda Wyatt, and June Standley as hostesses with a carry-in supper. Prayer was given by Steve Spink. A joint meeting was led by Wendell Freeman, with Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag, and the draping of the Legion Charter in memory of Kenneth Stull. The ladies went to their separate meeting with President, Linda Maddox opening the meeting. Elsie Sagaser gave the Secretary report , and roll call was answered with 11 members present. Shirley Techau was welcomed as a new member. Treasurers report was given by
Lisa Kalanian.Robert and Linda Maaddox and Steve and CeCe Spink attended the District Meeting. The ladies had ordered small flags to fold and put in plastic envelopes for the service men to carry in their pockets, and work was started on them. Steve and CeCe offered to finish folding them. The next meeting will be September 11, with a baked potato bar, and ice cream and cake. Kathryn Thomas, Louise Davis,Cathy Dawson, Lauretta Yutz and Connie Sommerfelt will serve as hostesses. The Girl State and Boy’s State representatives are expected to attend this meeting and give their reports.
topic of study was “Trusting in the Lord”. Holly and the residents played the Wheel of Fortune dvd game Thursday morning. The residents had lots of fun guessing the puzzles and winning all those fabulous ‘make believe’ prizes! After lunch, Bingo was played in the Community Room. The grand prize winners were Donave Still, Glenn Wallace, and Mary Gertrude Edwards. Clark Dobbs, from the Macon First Baptist Church, led Bible study Friday morning. The study title was “Wise”. Scripture was read from 1 Corinthians 2:1-16. Clark told us the Holy Spirit gives us the wisdom we need to understand spiritual matters, Scripture, and live the Christian life. Vernon and Holly took Paul Tracy, Glenn Wallace, Blanche Hoffman, and Clarence Mueller to the Macon Flywheel this afternoon. They had a
great time looking at the antique machinery and visiting with friends and family that they ran into. The highlight of their day was a personal trolley ride by Jim Hoffman! Saturday morning, Ronnie Shores visited with the residents while they listened to his collections of story and music cd’s. The Saturday afternoon movie of choice was “Four Texas”. We would like to thank Linda Barr for her recent donation to the Care Center. Everyone is invited to join us for the Clarence Care Center Baby Show, Tuesday, August 7th, at 6:00pm, in the Community Room. If you know of anyone that would like to enter their baby (ages 0-24months), registration will be from 5:00pm - 5:45pm. There will be cash prizes, trophies, and ribbons. The residents are really looking forward to seeing all the little ones! Have a wonderful week!
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Wednesday, August 1, 2012 Macon Home Press • South Edition • hpsouth.com
FOR SALE: (NEW) Howse 15 1/2’ Brush Hog, chain guards, laminated tires, List $14,500, Sale price $10,500. 573473-4904
FOR SALE FOR SALE: New 18’ Car Hauler Trailer, Dovetail, Ramps + Carrier, $1,835. 573-473-4904
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FOR SALE: Hesston #5500 Round Baler, $1,250. 573-473-4904
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$UHD DFFRXQWLQJ ÀUP is seeking a IXOO WLPH DFFRXQWDQW bookkeeper. Must be knowledgeable of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Quickbooks. Some experience is preferred. Please send resumes and list of references by August 6, 2012 to Job Opening, P.O. Box 433, Macon, MO, 63552.
FOR SALE: Skid Steer with pallet forks & bucket, $2,750. 573-473-4904 FOR SALE: Howse 10 Ft. 3 pt. Brush Hog (NEW) $3,550. 573-473-4904 FOR SALE: Grain-OVator auger wagon, hay/ silage mixer, $1,450. 573473-4904
City Utility Usage Increased Due to Extreme Heat Conditions 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher temperatures. An hourly high of 107.3 degrees Fahrenheit was realized on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at 4:44 pm. For those interested in leveling their utility payments throughout the year, each March and April customers are eligible to sign up for budget billing so that their utility payment is the same each month. Credits built in the spring and fall are utilized during the high usage summer and winter months. A rate sheet can be obtained at www.maconutilities.com or at 106 W. Bourke Street, Macon, MO 63552. MMU can be contacted with questions at (660) 385-3173.
Household Remedies Poison Ivy or Poison Oak: Rub the inside of a banana peel over it. This will draw the poison out. You can also place raw potato slices, cabbage or red beets to sooth itching. Athlete’s Foot: Apply apple cider vinegar baths, or apply liberally to effected area. Cholesterol: Eat garlic or onions regular to reduce heart damaging LDL
cholesterol and increase the good HDL cholesterol. Depression: St John’s Wort is effective in chasing away the blues. Drowsiness: Inhale the aroma from garlic Gum Removable: Use egg white to remove gum from surfaces. Ink removable: Spray hairspray on the stained area and scrub.
The Home Press is looking for people to write the following columns. If you would like to submit a weekly article on one of the following subjects, please contact The Home Press South at (660)395HOME (4663) or email kathy@maconhomepress.com. Topics include - Dollars and Sense. Correspondents needed for the following areas: Clarence, MO, Anabel, MO, New Cambria, MO, Bevier, MO
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FOR SALE: New Elite 32’ Trailer, tandem duals, dovetail, flip-over ramps, $7,950. 573-473-4904
FOR SALE: New Holland 450 3 pt. sickle mower 7’ bar, $850. 573-473-4904
Macon Municipal Utilities is in the process of preparing August 1, 2012 statements for its customers. From a review of the usage captured for the billing period of June 18 – July 19, 2012, the extreme heat increased residential usage fees for electric services by 40% and water services by 10% when compared to the prior period. The average residential customer will realize a 25-30% increase in their overall fees for electric, water, sewer, and natural gas services when comparing July and August 2012 customer statements. During the August statement billing cycle, there were seventy-one (71) hours at
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The 12u Blue Flames Fastpitch team took second place and earned silver medals during the weekend of July 21 & 22 during the State Show-Me Games Fastpitch tournament held at Rainbow Softball Complex in Columbia. Front row: Coaches: Shawn Petre, Jeff Milburn, Tim Wood, Tabetha Petre Second row: Summer Wood (LaPlata), Jordan Fischer (Columbia), Peyton Milburn (Macon), McKenzie West (Monroe City), Mary Bradley (Bevier), Lauren Youngblood (Monroe City), Aleassa Hruska (Atlanta) Third row: Rachel Smith (Monroe City), Haylee Petre (Atlanta), Baileigh Horne (Macon), Maddy Craig (LaPlata)
Country Living by Carrie Chiarottino Life in the country this year has been hot and dry. With the temperatures nearing and then exceeding 100 degrees the vegetation has had little chance to be green and lush. Tests that have been conducted by the Department of Conservation in Southern Missouri by the Forestry Department found that the trees have already entered at state of dormancy. When a tree reaches the state of dormant, it becomes inactive basically it’s preparing itself for adverse conditions created by the environment. Usually this happens in the fall of the year, but this year seems to be ahead of schedule all the way around. With little to no water the trees are in a state that they need to prepare themselves, which leads to the dormant stage. There you go. There’s your science lesson for the week. Last night, I saw a direct result of someone being careless with the grass being as dry as it is. It all started with my neighbor calling me wanting to know what I could make out of the strange glow over to the Southwest. She said she was out watering and feeding her sheep and saw it. I looked out my window and didn’t see anything but pole lights. So I went out in the yard and sure enough it looked like a fire. As we took a few
minutes to confirm our conclusion, it was getting worse and worse. She told me she was going to call it in so the fire department could be notified of the situation. I told my boys to come outside and look. As we looked across the field to the fire it would really flare up every once in awhile. It was probably 2 or 3 miles away, as the crow flies. We could see the amber color of the flames and the big bellows of smoke, which we could only see partially when the flames were at their brightest. My husband made a call and found out it was a grass fire. I was relieved it was not one of our neighbor’s homes. Then I was immediately aggravated that someone could be so careless because the main cause of unintentional grass fires is cigarettes. I think we all need to take extra precautions when dealing with anything that can cause a fire. A fire in this drought will be devastating whether it’s a grass fire or a structure fire. Just like in the case of the fire last night, the person that called it in was 2 or 3 miles away. I had a better view of the fire than she did but we didn’t notice it until she called. So be sure to put the matches away and don’t throw cigarettes out the window while driving on any road. That’s Life in the Country.
When a tree reaches the state of dormant, it becomes inactive basically it’s preparing itself for adverse conditions created by the environment.
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COMMUNITY NEWS
The Life And Times Of Jean Emily Clark Ray by Jean Ray Jean Ray has had an interesting life. A child in England during WWII, growing up in a time most of us can’t imagine. Jean’s story was first printed in the May 2nd issue of The Home Press South and is continuing. Copies are still available and may be purchased at The Home Press 111 N. Rollins St. Macon, MO June met a nice GI and before long they were in love,his name was Billy Easton from Georgia and I liked him a lot. I was not left out for long because June asked me if I would go out with Bills friend Ray to make a foursome. He was a nice guy and a gentleman but I thought that he was too old for me because of his thinning hair. We would go to the pubs with them and the men could really put the spirits
away. June and I would drink a shandy which was part beer and pop, a very refreshing drink, we stayed away from the hard stuff. Every one of us smoked then which was the norm in the fifty’s and we did not ever think that they were harmful until much later. We continued our friendship through the summer months going to dances,the pictures,country walks and sitting in cafe’s drinking coffee or tea and talking about a million things. It wasn’t long before Billy was to return home to the USA. There was no consoling June and she could not go back with him because he did not have the finances to sponsor her. We stopped going to Cheltenham and one Saturday evening Ray shows up on our door step looking quite pleased with himself. I thought
to myself,what will our dad say. He thought that we would have room to put him up for the night,but usually that was not aloud,our family was quite Victorian. Anyway our dad let him sleep on the sofa downstairs and I believe that was the last. The sofa was so short and uncomfortable and he never stayed again. We became closer as time went on but could not spend too much time together because of the expense. Ray was sending his parents all of his pay except five dollars which he kept to purchase essentials. Before long I found out that Ray, was my boyfriends last name,and his full name was George Calvin Ray junior. In the forces most everyone is called by their last name, by there army buddies. I had called him Ray for so long that it stuck all his
Senator Brian Munzlinger Encourages Use of Special Program Relating to Drought State Sen. Brian Munzlinger, R-Williamstown, announced, that a cost-sharing program under the state’s Soil and Water Districts Commission is available to farmers. “Thanks to the governor’s executive order, the application process for the state’s cost-share program will be sped up, which is critically important for our farmers,” Sen. Munzlinger said. “Production has been severely affected by this prolonged drought, and farmers are suffering. Now, farmers can receive financial assistance with deepening an existing well or dig a new one, so they can get water to livestock or to crops
sooner than usual.” Under this emergency program, 90 percent of the eligible project cost will be covered, with a maximum cost-share award of $20,000. Normal soil and water cost-share programs provide 75 percent of the project cost, with the landowner covering the remaining 25 percent. Due to the emergency situation of the drought, applications from farmers for this costshare program must be submitted by Aug. 6, 2012, to either the local soil and water district or online to the state of Missouri at MO.gov. The local soil and water district will act on each application within 72 hours of its receipt.
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Tim would appreciate your vote and vows to always fight for Faith, Family and Freedom!
FISCAL CONSERVATIVE, EXPERIENCED SMALL BUSINESS LEADER Jobs & Economic Development Tim understands government doesn’t create jobs, businesses do. He will fight to remove all obstacles strangling small business success. Tim will work with businesses & economic developers to create a business-friendly environment in Missouri.
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Tim believes agriculture is the backbone of the Sixth District and will support policies which ensure farmers remain competitive in the global economy.
Taxes & Regulations As a lifelong business owner, Tim understands firsthand the importance of low taxes and limited regulations. He will oppose taxes and business-crushing regulations at all levels.
Education Tim believes all children should have access to top quality education. He recognizes an outstanding education and a robust economy go hand-in-hand. Tim will work diligently to ensure that graduates are prepared to enter the workforce or start businesses at the most capable and competitive levels.
MAN OF FAITH AND FAMILY DEFENDER OF FREEDOM Faith Tim understands the importance of faith in public policy. He will lean on his faith for wisdom in developing principled social, cultural, and economic policies beneficial to Sixth District Citizens.
Family Tim will aggressively support the rights of the unborn in the womb and in the lab. He strongly values the traditional family and marriage structure that has made our nation strong. ENDORSED BY MISSOURI RIGHT TO LIFE.
Freedom Tim will fight to protect Missourians from the tyrannical effects of Obamacare. He will defend the district from state and federal attacks on religious and 2nd Amendment freedoms. Tim will steadfastly uphold the MO & U.S. Constitution. NRA - LIFETIME MEMBER
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life. We were not together very much but would talk on the phone once in a white,from a Kiosk which was expensive One day he called to see if I could come to Oxford to see him. I said that I would as I did not have any plans. Ray met me at the train station and being as it was lunch time,we bought some fish and chips and went to the park to eat our dinner. The city park was a popular place to eat and the roses were beautiful there, a very nice setting for what he was about to ask me. After we had eaten he told me that he was as poor as a church mouse and asked me to marry him. Crikey I did not see this coming so soon. Even though I was a bit surprised I said yes. It was such a humble and sincere proposal and now I was engaged to George Calvin Ray the second.
Board Of Public Works July 16, 2012 The regular meeting of the Board of Public Works was held Monday, July 16, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council’s chambers. Those in attendance were President Tim Watts, Vice President John Neer, and Board Member Jerry Chezum. Also present were General Manager Stephanie Wilson, Assistant General Manager Scott Lucas and Mayor Dale Bagley. Attending guests were Adam Dorrell with Benton & Associates, Inc. and David Ausmus with Shafer, Kline, & Warren, Inc. Board Member J.D. King was absent. President Tim Watts called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. John Neer made a motion, seconded by Jerry Chezum, to approve the minutes from the June 18, 2012 meeting. The motion carried with three votes for and none against. Under new business, engineer qualifications were discussed for work to be performed on the west water tower in 2013. After discussing the qualifications, John Neer made a motion, seconded by Jerry Chezum, to proceed with contract negotiations with Shafer, Kline, & Warren, Inc. The motion carried with three votes for and none against. Also, bids were opened on July 13th from four different contractors for the 2012 sewer collection system relining project which will rehabilitate 2,750 feet of collection main. President Tim Watts made a motion, seconded by Jerry Chezum, to accept the low bid submitted by SprayCom Utilities, Knob Knoster, Missouri for $76,533.00. The motion carried with three votes for and none against. After a review of the June 2012 financials and year-to-date information, final approvals to proceed with electric department inventory purchases were discussed. John Neer made a motion, seconded by Jerry Chezum, to purchase reclosers and regulators for infrastructure maintenance and improvements. Regarding operational update reports provided by the managers, some items received additional discussion. General Manager Stephanie Wilson shared with the Board that LJ Hart & Company presented final information to the City Council on July 10th to liquidate the 2009 Certificates of Participation and refinance at a lower interest rate. Closing date for
the 2012 series certificates is scheduled for July 26, 2012. Ms. Wilson also shared upcoming conference travel for property and liability insurance updates. From Assistant General Manager Scott Lucas’ updates, he reported that the Macon and Audrain Energy Centers are dealing with high oil temps. Solar Turbines, Inc. has been contacted and will be addressing the situation. Solar also assisted with seal leaks at the Macon Energy Center on July 12th. Electric Distribution crew continues on the Englewood underground primary project with numerous underground services added as they progress plus rebuilding a line on Vine Street Road. Water distribution continues with main repairs due to leaks caused by the dry ground and the Public Service Commission visited MMU regarding gas distribution. Also, Austin Barnett and Jack Austin attended a one day GIS mapping seminar to learn more features on software updates for the sewer collection and electric distribution systems which were mapped in 2011 and 2012. Under Manager Roger Rector’s updates for the water plant and wastewater treatment plants, it was shared that MMU is supplying water to Thomas Hill water district due to extreme dry conditions and a raw water pump will be reinstalled on July 23rd at Long Branch Lake after scheduled maintenance was performed on it. Standard daily operations and maintenance activities reported for the wastewater treatment plant. After approval of accounts payable and setting the next regular meeting for Monday, August 20, 2012 at 5:30 p.m., a motion was made by President Tim Watts, seconded by Vice President John Neer, to hold an executive session regarding legal (RsMo 610.021 (1)) and personnel issues (RsMo 610.021 (3)). The votes were as follows: Tim Watts; yea, John Neer; yea; and Jerry Chezum; yea. When the regular meeting reconvened, a motion was made by Tim Watts, seconded by John Neer to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried with three votes for and none against. President Tim Watts adjourned the meeting at 6:55 p.m.
What’s Happening? August 1-5 Maples Repertory Theatre-Marvelous Wonderettes 3-4 Callao Harvest Fiesta 5 Fayette Festival of the Arts 8-11 Bevier Homecoming 9-19 Missouri State Fair 23-25 Lolli Western Artifacts 24-25 Demolition Derby 25 Crossroads Cruisers Car Show 25 Fork & Cork & Run
30 The Great Pershing Balloon Derby 31 LaPlata Soybean Festival 31 New Cambria Fall Festival September 13 Northeast Missouri Old Threshers-Shelby County Fairgrounds 15 Red Barn Arts & Crafts Festival – Kirksville 22 Old Fashioned
Saturday & Pumpkin Fest - Salisbury 26-29 Lolli Exotic Sale 29 Civil War Remembrance October 5 Macon Homecoming 7 Immaculate Conception Octoberfest 12-28 Maples Repertory Theatre-Driving Miss Daisy 19-31 Maples Repertory
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Wednesday, August 1, 2012 Macon Home Press • South Edition • hpsouth.com
OLIVER GRADUATES FROM MISSOURI UNIVERSITY
Turner John Oliver graduated from MU with a Bachelor of Science in Forestry, Forestry-BSF in May of 1012. Turner is the son of Keven and Janeann Oliver of Macon, the grandson of Janeva Goodsen of Macon and grandson of William Oliver of Macon.
MACC Spring 2012 President’s and Dean’s List Moberly Area Community College announces the Spring 2012 President’s and Dean’s lists. One hundred sixty-two students obtained a 4.00 grade point average in 12 or more semester hours excluding developmental classes for the spring semester to qualify for the President’s List. Two hundred ninety-two students obtained between a 3.50 and a 3.99 grade point av-
erage in 12 or more semester hours excluding developmental classes for the spring semester to qualify for the Dean’s List. Following are some Home Press area students that were named this spring. President’s List Galynn Faye Roslien and Brooke Rana Tate of Clarence, MO; Robert D Snell of Excello, MO; Lynsey N Farmer, Valerie Michelle Lewis and Lynd-
sey M Williams of Macon, MO Dean’s List Cassandra Dawn Graham of Atlanta, MO; Christopher Hal Ferguson and Katelyn D Howard of Callao, MO; Nikki Lois Branham and Sarah A Duncan of Clarence, MO; Lesa M Ford, Stacee Ann Gates, Stephanie R Hicks, Ragan W Kothe and Cody T Tate of Macon, MO
Patrol Reminds Motorists: Avoid Driving Into Smoke According to the U.S. Drought Monitor Report released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture this month, 93 percent of Missouri is experiencing severe to extreme drought conditions. Unfortunately, these extremely dry conditions have heightened the danger of fire throughout Missouri. Missouri firefighters have already worked numerous fires along roadways. Colonel Ron Replogle, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, cautions
Missouri drivers to avoid driving in areas where smoke from these fires affects visibility. If one must drive under these conditions, there are actions that drivers should take to protect themselves and their passengers. • Slow down. Don’t over drive sight distance. • Turn on low-beam headlights. • If the smoke becomes so thick that a driver cannot see well enough to keep driving, pull all the way off the pavement,
stop, and turn on emergency flashers. • The space between a vehicle and the roadway should be sufficient so that it can safely exit the vehicle without obstructing traffic. • Report the hazard. The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Emergency Report number is 1-800525-5555 or *55 on a cellular phone. Notify local law enforcement by calling 9-1-1.
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COMMUNITY NEWS ‘Back-to-School’ Savings Available In Missouri During Sales Tax Holiday August 3 marks the beginning of Missouri’s 9th annual “Back-toSchool” Sales Tax Holiday - a time for shoppers in Missouri to save money on computers, clothes and school supplies. By state law, the sales tax holiday begins on the first Friday in August and continues through the following Sunday. This year, the threeday holiday begins at midnight on Friday, Aug. 3, and runs through Sunday, Aug. 5. During this time period, the state’s 4.225 percent sales tax will not be assessed on certain purchases made in Missouri. Local governments can participate in the holiday and increase the savings for shoppers, or opt out of the holiday and maintain local tax revenue during the holiday. “If you need a computer, school supplies or clothes, now would be a good time to begin planning to buy these items during the sales tax holiday,” said Alana M. BarragánScott, director of the Missouri Department of Revenue. “Saving more than 4 percent is significant, especially on more expensive items like computers.” The Department has produced a short video that gives a general introduction to the holiday. It can be viewed at http:// youtu.be/__sHrbZxFhc. Missourians aren’t the only ones who can save during the holiday. “Out-of-state residents can save just as much as Missourians,” BarragánScott said. “The key is that the purchase has to be made in Missouri between Aug. 3rd and 5th. I encourage our neighbors from Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma and
the other border states to come to Missouri and save money on school supplies, clothes, personal computers and other items while they shop here.” The state sales tax will not be charged on the following items during the holiday: *Clothing that does not have a value of more than $100. Eligible clothing includes standard items of apparel worn on or about the body, and includes footwear. It also includes material to make school uniforms or other school clothing. It does NOT include accessories such as watches, jewelry, handbags, handkerchiefs, umbrellas, scarves, ties, headbands and belt buckles. *School supplies, not exceeding $50 per purchase, that are used in a standard classroom for educational purposes. School supplies include textbooks, notebooks, paper, pens, pencils, crayons, art supplies, rulers, book bags, backpacks, handheld calculators, chalk, maps and globes. School supplies do NOT include CD players, headphones, sporting equipment, portable telephones, copiers or other office equipment. *Personal computers that don’t cost more than $3,500 and computer peripheral devices that don’t exceed $3,500. A personal computer can be a laptop, desktop or tower computer system which consists of a central processing unit, random access memory, a storage drive, display monitor, keyboard and other related devices. Peripheral devices include items such as a disk drive, memory module, CD drive, microphone,
modem, motherboard, mouse, speakers, printer, scanner, sound card or video card. Computer software is considered a school supply and is free from sales tax if its value is less than $350. Although anyone making qualified purchases does not have to be a student to benefit from the holiday, the sales tax exemption event is commonly referred to as the Backto-School Sales Tax Holiday because it occurs near the beginning of the traditional school year for most students. Barragán-Scott also noted that while the state’s temporary waiver of Missouri’s sales tax will apply statewide, the savings for consumers will be higher in many Missouri cities and counties. “When local governments and special taxing districts participate in the holiday, the savings can add up to 7 or 8 percent and even more,” she said. A total of 166 cities, 49 counties and 71 special districts have chosen not to participate in the holiday. Some of those are Shelbina, Marceline, Moberly, North Kansas City, Osage Beach, Palmyra, Paris, Sedalia, Kingdom City, Jefferson City, Green City, Columbia, Chillicothe, Fayette and Fulton. A list of the local governments that have opted out of the holiday and the answers to frequently asked questions about the holiday can be accessed at http://dor. mo.gov/tax/business/ sales/taxholiday/school/. Other questions can be directed to salesuse@ dor.mo.gov or (573) 7512836.
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COMMUNITY NEWS SIMPLE LIVING
Money Saving Entertainment In today’s economy many families are looking for ways to save money. There are simple things that we forget now days with all the new technology keeping us busy with many hours put in on the job due to the new era of 24 /7 availability. This column will be introducing the simple things in life that a family or person can do to spend quality time and save money. If you have any “Simple Living” tips or ideas, we would like to hear from you, just email them to Kathy@ maconhomepress.com by Marjorie Baggos
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Throw shoes anyone? One of America’s favorite summer past-times is throwing horseshoes with neighbors and friends. Horseshoe pitching is great family fun that has a world champion! It can be played by young, seniors and handicapped. Horseshoe pitching involves walking, bending and stretching. So what could be better back yard fun that will help you stay physically fit? Simply to play horseshoes you will need
a horseshoe playing kit. They range in price from $10 and up. The kit will have two stakes and four shoes with official rules in it. Join the millions of people in the U.S., Canada and around the world and pitch shoes. It is believed that modern horseshoes could have been called “mule shoes” and was spread by the Union soldiers during the American Civil war.
The soldiers played the game with discarded mule shoes. It has been said that the winner of the war used steel shoes. Horseshoe throwing has expanded a lot since then but still involves the same technique. Playing horseshoes involves two metal stakes 15 inches above ground and an inch in diameter. They must be leaning 3 inches towards each
other and be 40 feet apart. The shoes must weigh 2 pounds to 2 pounds 2 ounces. Men must pitch from 40 feet, women, juniors, handicapped, and 70+ men who choose to do so can pitch from 30 feet. So come on everyone; gather up your family, fire up those grills and enjoy an evening outdoors throwing shoes.
LEE KERR TILE AND BLOCK FACTORY
“Repairs of All Sizes” 218 N. Chestnut Callao, MO 63534 “Dependable Honest Service” Shop: 660-768-5859 Cell: 660-676-9043
Patrick Wicker Owner/Operator tor 24 HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE This factory was at the West end of Front Street in Callao, on the north side of the railroad track. Many of the homes and businesses used these tile and brick when building. It was owned by Lee Kerr and was in operation until about 1927 or 1928.
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The bullies who drive on our nation’s roadways cause us to fear for our safety and, at times, even our lives. Are you an aggressive driver? Consider these questions:
Do you tailgate slower vehicles to encourage them to speed up or get out of your way? Do you weave in and out of heavy traffic to “make better time?”
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Do you make inappropriate gestures, honk your horn or flash your headlights at drivers who are not meeting your standards? Do you push yellow lights to the point that they sometimes turn red before you are all the way through the intersection? If your answer is yes to any of the above, you may want to rethink your driving behavior. The U.S. Department of Transportation estimates two-thirds of traffic fatalities are at least partly caused by aggressive driving. For your own safety and the safety of others, drive smart and don’t let the road bullies get to you. Remember that you cannot control traffic, but
you can control your reaction to it. Assume other drivers’ mistakes are not personal; we all have bad days. Be polite and courteous, even if the other driver is not. If another driver challenges you, avoid eye contact and move out of the way. Driving is not a game, and you should never underestimate the other driver’s capacity for mayhem. Under no circumstances should you pull off on the side of the road to try and straighten out the situation. Report aggressive driving behavior to the appropriate authorities by providing a vehicle description, license plate number, location and direction of travel.
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Wednesday, August 1, 2012 Macon Home Press • South Edition • hpsouth.com
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COMMUNITY NEWS
32nd Annual Flywheel Reunion
LEFT - You may remember some of the items seen in gas stations throughout the years. RIGHT - Above is Alfred Lowe of Bevier and his grandson, Noah Williams of Brookfield showing off the re-newed International tractor once owned by Orville Fraley of Anabel, MO. The Tractor was completed in the memory of Orville Fraley by Justin Lowe of Macon, son of Alfred & Connie Lowe of Bevier and the grandson of the late Orville& Mary Fraley of Anabel.
ABOVE - Pictured is some of the machinery used from the past. Machines and equipment used before gas engines.
The Home Press is looking for people to write the following columns. If you would like to submit a weekly article on one of the following subjects, please contact The Home Press South at (660)395-HOME (4663) or email kathy@maconhomepress.com. Topics include Dollars and Sense. Correspondents needed for the following areas: Clarence, MO, Anabel, MO, New Cambria, MO,
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57th Annual
CSallao Harvest Fiesta Friday, August 3 and Saturday, August 4
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“Yes – It’s gonna happen‌. But we need you to show up!â€? FRIDAY, AUGUST 3: #BCZ 4IPX "HFT .P t Q N -JUUMF .S .JTT $BMMBP $POUFTU t Q N .JTT $BMMBP 2VFFO $POUFTU t Q N ,JET 4NBMM $BSOJWBM (BNFT Potato Gun Contest – For the Big Kids! ##2 %JOOFS *DF $SFBN 4PDJBM t Q N
Featured Entertainment:
“The Riker Band� 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. SATURDAY, AUGUST 4: Slow Pitch Softball Tournament. (Call 660-346-9248 to enter a team) 1BSBEF t B N t '3&& ,*%4 (".&4 t Q N Featured Evening Entertainment:
“Jamee Bowen� from Atlanta, Mo. Got Questions? t t
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79th Homecoming
Theme: THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME! Wednesday, August 8- Saturday, August 11 Greetings from the “Bevier Homecoming Parade Committee!â€? It’s that time again - Bevier Homecoming time and time for our Annual Parade. The Parade will be held on Saturday, August 11. It begins at 1 p.m., but we suggest that entries arrive at 12:30 p.m. to begin lining up. We would once again like this to be a spectacular parade, Please consider putting in an entry. It can be a decorated car, WUXFN PLQL Ă RDW ODUJH Ă RDW DQWLTXH FDU HWF
FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Patty Cheever, Chairman Debbie Yount 309 Old Hwy 36, Bevier, MO 63532 104 Drake Street, Bevier, MO 63532 660-773-5540 660-773-6778
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12A Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Macon Home Press • South Edition • hpsouth.com
COMMUNITY NEWS
32nd Annual Flywheel Reunion
0-6 Months:
Front left to right; 1st place, Alleigh Myers, daughter of Joseph and Kayde Myers of Macon, 2nd place Arabella Cruze, daughter of Adrian Cruz & Daniella Robinson of Moberly, 3rd place Devyn Knapp, daughter of Travis Knapp & Wendy Timbrook of Clarence and Kinley Watkins, daughter of Jordan & Tatum Watkins of Bevier. Back Row left to right; Liam Hillard, son of Levi & Lacy Hillard of Macon, 2nd place Jaydin Walls, son of Dusti Walls & Augusta Cantrell of LaPlata, 3rd place Carter Wood, son of Brandy & Mike Wood
19-24 Months:
Front Row left to right; Karagan Sapp, daughter of Brett & Tiffany Sapp of Moberly, 2nd place Avery Johnston daughter of Adam & Cheryl Johnston of Macon No boys in this age group
25-36 Months:
Front Row left to right; Madison Roberts, daughter of Sarah Roberts of Macon, 2nd place Allie Williams, daughter of Justin & Krystal Williams of Macon, 3rd place Macey Ridgeway, daughter of Kevin & Amber Ridgeway of Macon
6-12 Months:
Front Row left to right; Kinzleigh Schaefer, daughter of Nicole & Bryan Schaefer of Philadelphia(not pictured), 2nd place Sophia Coon, daughter of Andy & Olive Coon of Milan, 3rd place Emmey Erue, daughter of Chet Erue and Carie Tupin of Brookfield Back Row left to right; 1st place Anthony Maloney, son of Chris & Amber Maloney of Macon, 2nd place Kysen Leeper, son of Travis & Tara Leeper of Macon, 3rd place TiShawn McLain, son of Taylor & Christian McLain of Atlanta and Holden Corwin, son of Shawn Corwin & Michelle Strange of Macon
13-18 Months:
Front Row left to right; Ansley Boone, daughter of Jason & Maria Boone of Macon, 2nd place Bella Rose Bensley, daughter of Shawn & Ashley Bensley of Moberly, 3rd place Natalee Petre, daughter of Josh Petre & Lindsey Hudecy of Atlanta Back Row left to right; Elijah Bouman, son of Chris & Crystal Bouman of Macon, 2nd place Tristan Ridgeway, son of Kevin & Amber Ridgeway of Moberly, 3rd place Jay Winters son of Chuck & Ruth Mendenhall of Euless, TX and Aston Sheets, son of Damon Sheets & April Michalski of Macon
Grand Champion Baby:
Girls Ansley Boone, daughter of Jason & Maria Boone of Macon, Boys Anothy Maloney, son of Chris & Amber Maloney of Macon
Back Row left to right; Jeffery Bronson, son of David & Lacey Bronson of Moberly, 2nd place Clayton Lovingier, son of Wesley Loviniger & Maegan Knouse of Macon, 3rd place Max Billings, son of Joey & Dana Billings of Paris
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