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Betty Bohling Sacramento, California KYLE E. EASLEY PROMOTED TO CORPORAL
Effective July 1, 2012, Trooper Kyle E. Easley was promoted to corporal, and designated the assistant zone commander of Zone 10, serving Monroe and Randolph counties. Corporal Easley is a native of La Plata, Missouri, and a graduate of La Plata High School. He holds a bachelor’s of science degree in agriculture science from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri, and an associate’s degree from Mineral Area Community College in Farmington, Missouri. He was appointed to the Patrol on January 8, 2006, and after graduating from the Patrol Academy was assigned to Troop C, Warren County. On October 1, 2009, he transferred to Troop B, and was assigned to Zone 10, Monroe and Randolph counties. He is married to Miranda (Travis) Easley.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Relief From The Heatwave Temperatures are supposed to be coming down this week after recordbreaking heat during the past week. The temperature in the 80’s seems like winter around here and is very much welcomed. The forcast for this week shows highs in the low 90’s, which is a far more seasonable temperature. Now if we could get fuel prices to fall!!
MEMORIES OF MORGAN LOCKER PLANT
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By Leola Schneider My husband Laverne Wood and I worked at Morgan Locker Plant in La Plata, Missouri for several years in the 1950’s. The Locker was owned by Er-
vel Morgan and was located on the south side of the square in La Plata around where the Legion Hall is now. People would bring their animals to the locker and we would butcher,
dress, cut up and wrap the meat for them. They would rent lockers to keep the meat in and then they would come and get it, as they needed it. This was in the days before people had freezers in their homes. The Locker would charge for the processing of the meat and rent out the lockers by the year. A typical workday at the Locker was from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. My husband’s job was to kill and butcher the animals. We would process about anything, but usually it was cattle, hogs, turkeys, deer, and chickens. My co-worker, Hattie Hutchison and I hated to do geese, turkey and ducks because they were so much harder to handle. When we did chickens, Laverne would kill the chickens, then he would bring them to Hattie and I, and we would set to work removing the pinfeathers from the birds. The next step was to wash them in cold water and put them in quart containers with cold water. We would put them on a rack and then put
them in the locker boxes. A usual day would be 350 chickens! Gail Wood, Roma’s husband, also worked at the Locker with us. He ran the big saw to cut up the turkeys and beef. I often ran a small saw to cut up bacon, but Hattie would never run the saws. Lowell Robinson was another worker on the saws. Everyone was responsible to clean his or her own saw and that was a really big job. We would wrap the meat in two-pound packages usually, unless the customer had a big family and then it would be four pounds. We would wrap in waxed paper and then in aluminum foil at the end. The locker number would be written on the outside of the package. The Locker also carried some groceries like meat, cheese, butter, milk, and bread. We worked hard, but we always had fun!
A PROVEN LEADER “I would appreciate your vote on the Republican ballot August 7th” Contact me at 660-384-2307 or alan@wyatt4staterep.com
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Do You have a clue who these young ones are? Give us a call at the office or email your guesses to lpnews@marktwain.net Be Fair Now.... Family Doesn’t Count!
Stump Your Friends Last weeks photo was guessed by Anita Powell. She guessed Sharron Burns to win a $5.00 Gift Certificate to the Choo Choo Cafe at the La Plata Pharmacy! If you have pictures of old time memories, whether it be people, landmarks, etc. we’d love to have them.
Abandoned Wildlife Though you may be tempted to help abandoned animals, the possession and disturbance of wildlife is illegal. Here are some tips you should know in case you encounter young critters. Leave wild animals alone and do not handle or try to raise the young. When we touch young wildlife our scent is left on them which can result in the mother rejecting or
killing the animal. You may not be able to see the adult/parent, however, they are not far away. Wild animals begin learning survival skills and some can survive on their own within a few weeks from birth. Do not feed the young animals. Many times feeding the animals will result in them being a nuisance later.
JOSEPH BLACKSMITH AND JENNIFER COLLIER Joseph Blacksmith, son of Kelly and Rhonda Blacksmith of La Plata, Missouri and Jennifer Collier, daughter of Bill Collier of Buckner, Missouri and Julie Collier of Princeton, Missouri were recently married on June 29, 2012. Jennifer and Joe traveled to Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Maya, Cancun with family and friends for the ceremony. Upon their return they will celebrate their marriage with family and friends on July 21 in Kirksville, Missouri. The bride is a 2002 high school graduate of Knox County R-I, and graduated from the University of Central Missouri with a master’s degree in psychology in
2008. She is currently finishing up her doctorate program in school psychology at the University of Missouri, and will apply for internships in the fall of 2012 and graduate with her Ph.D. in May of 2014. The groom is a 2000 high school graduate from La Plata High School. He has been employed with Emery Sapp and Sons for the past 5 years. He and Jennifer plan to reside where Jennifer’s career takes them and would like to eventually move closer to family and friends to raise their future family.
B a c k t o S c h o o l S u p p l y L i s t American Legion Missouri state law requires all students be immunized against vaccine-preventable diseases. • Call your child’s medical provider to verify the child’s immunizations are up-to-date according to current Missouri school requirements. • Schedule an appointment for needed immunizations. • Get two copies of your child’s immunization records. (Give one copy to the school nurse and keep one copy for your records.)
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ed to agreed to retain the present officers for next year. Plans were discussed for the dinner for Girl and Boys States but informed it wouldn’t be until August meeting. Present were George and Mary Ritenour, Bob and Alma Baker, Ed and Linda Swinney, Jerry and Peggy Thomas, Andrew and Lenora Coy, Walter and Marie Gladbach, Pat Boren, Leland Collins, Tom Burton, Willy Williams, Clyde Burch, Charlie Thompson, Worth Bragg, Richard Crawford, Verna Buck, Laura Smith. Next meeting will be July 25th at 7:00 p.m. Pat Boren was winner of 50/50.
of the La Plata Community Fire Protection District will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday, July 16, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. in the Depot Inn Meeting Room. Agenda will include discussion of the 2013 budget, consideration of a burn ban, payment of monthly bills an other items pertaining to the daily operation of the District. This is an open meeting and patrons are welcome to attend.
Colonel Tony Hofmann Visits Long Branch State Park
Children may be eligible to receive free vaccines through the Vaccines for Children program before their 19th birthday.
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The American Legion and Auxiliary of La Plata Post 282 met Wednesday evening, June 27th for their regular meeting. Commander George Ritenour called the meeting to order with prayer by Clyde Burch followed by Pledge of Allegiances and the Preamble in unison. Each unit held separate meetings. President Marie Gladbach presided over the auxiliary meeting. Roll call was answered by six members. Minutes were approved and the treasurers report was given. New business: a motion was made and approved to give a monetary donation to Jerry Thomas family. Motion made and second-
La Plata Community Fire Protection District The Board of Directors
Last Wednesday, Colonel Tony Hofmann, PMP visited Long Branch State Park. Colonel Hofmann is the Commander of the Kansas City District US Army Corp of Engineers under which Long Branch Lake falls under. District Coins were presented by the 44th Kansas City District Commander, Colonel Tony Hofmann, PMP Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Commanders Coin for Superior Service to Long Branch Lake Project - Paul Sampson - Operations Manager - 13 1/2 years of service at Long Branch Lake Commanders Coin is a numbered coin that captures a unique period of time in the Kansas City
District’s storied history. From 2007-2011 the District executed its largest military construction program since WWII, averaging more than $600 million per year. The Irwin Army Community Hospital, currently under construction at Fort Riley, Kansas (2010-2013), is the largest project in the history of the District and represents a clear vision of excellence for the future. District Coins capture the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Kansas City District and our three major programs (civil, military, environmental), our geographical area of parts of 5 states and 165,000 square miles and the year the district was started-1907. It also captures the Corps’ symbol, the Castle, a tradi-
tion officially recognizes in 1840--along with the Corps’ motto (Essayons), which means “Let us Try”. They are recognition of truly great performance. 100 Year District Coin for Superior Service to Long Branch Lake Project - Timothy Eash - Natural Resource Specialist/Park Ranger - 2 years of service at Long Branch Lake Silver District Coin for Superior Service to Long Branch Lake Project -Shannon Henry - Natural Resource Specialist/Park Ranger - 2 years of service at Long Branch Lake Silver District Coin for Superior Service to Long Branch Lake Project Thomas LeBow - Maintenance Worker - 23 years of service at Long Branch Lake
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LOCAL NEWS
Charlie Burkhardt Found Guilty! Mock Trial to benefit the Macon County Historical Society
ABOVE LEFT - “Defendant” Charlie Burkhardt is pictured during his “trial” which was a benefit for the Macon County Historical Society.
On July 5th, 2013 , Over 56 parties waited in a hot, crowded courtroom for Charlie Burkhardt, defendant to appear on 2 counts possibly causing the MCHS financial harm. As MCHS documents state, Burkhardt has been charged with two counts. The first count states Burkhardt refused to pay his membership dues in a timely manner as the second count states Bur-
khardt acted with reckless disregard by complaining loudly in public. The court room was full anticipating the outcome of the trial as this was the first jury trial held in the MCHS court. As Harold Burkhardt, prosecutor, sat down going over documents making sure he was prepared to make the defendant pay for his crime, Charlie Burkhardt, defendant and his attor-
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ney, Kirk Zwink, waltzed in the court with the look of confidence and a smirk on their faces. All arose as the Honorable Judge Rick Tucker entered the court and took his seat. The first process of this trial was to appoint a fair and just jury. Once the jurors took their places, the defense questioned one member of the jury stating Robert Dawson may not be a fair juror
since he is the one that arrested Burkhardt. Judge Tucker firmly asked Mr. Dawson if he could be fair and impartial before finding the defendant guilty. Mr. Dawson assured that he would not have an issue doing just that. Opening statements made by the prosecutor, Burkhardt, assured the jury will not have a problem finding the defendant guilty as the evidence will show. Opening statements made by the defending attorney, Zwink, stated that the defendant paid a 1 year membership in June and the jury will see he does not owe dues until July of 2013. The first witness called by the prosecutor was none other than the wife of the defendant, Mrs. Burkhardt. She stated her husband purchased an $800 bus ticket for her trip, and then asked for the funds to be returned afterwards. This was a smooth message from the prosecutor that Burkhardt is cheap. The next witness was Ralph Klusman. Judge Tucker questioned Klusman about chewing tobacco in his court room and in an instant Klusman took a swallow and proceeded to take the chair. Ralph is a long time member of the MCHS and made the task of getting new members look easy. Ralph stated for the jury when he approached Burkhardt about
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the dues, Burkhardt was very verbal about not having to pay. The prosecutor showed the jury that Klusman has been affected by the confrontation and is now reluctant to try and get new members. Time came for the defense to call their witnesses but before that took place Judge Tucker called defense attorney, Kirk Zwink, in contempt of court for his cell phone ringing during session. Zwink made a motion stating that count 2 was in violation of his client’s constitutional rights. Judge Tucker found that count 2 did in fact violate the defendant’s first amendment rights and dismissed the charges. The first and only witness called to the stand by the defense was Charlie Burkhardt, the defendant. Burkhardt stated he paid money in June for a year membership and shouldn’t have to pay again until next July. He stated to his knowledge one year was 365 days and unless that has changed he is current with his dues. Burhardt also testified that his wife also paid $15 for the years dues so in fact he is owed money by the MCHS. The jury watched and listened closely to the witness as they all stated their stories to the court. The Prosecutor gave the first closing statement by telling the jury that the evidence shown proves
Burkhardt was negligent and he has hurt the MCHS financially since Mr. Klusman is not as productive as he use to be in getting new members. Judge Tucker questioned Mr. Harold Burkhardt about being a legal prosecutor as he wanted to make sure he held a fair court process. Once Harold Burkhardt stated he was the right for the task Judge Tucker allowed closing statements from the defense. Defense attorney, Kirk Zwink, stated Charlie in fact not only is paid up and owes no dues, but he is an asset to the MCHS and even encouraged him to become a member. After a quick deliberation, each juror entered their vote and the defendant, Charlie Burkhardt, was found guilty on count 1 by a 10 to 2 juror count. Burkhardt received a suspended sentence and was placed on probation as well has having to do 12 hours community service at home under his wife’s supervision. This was a mock trial to help raise fund for the Macon County Historical Society and was held for entertainment purposes only. For more information you may call the MCHS at 660-395-0266.
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COMMENTARY COMMENT
MEET AND GREET
Blonde But Blunt BY BECKY JEFFCOAT EDITOR/PUBLISHER lpnews@marktwain.net
Hot Flashes!! Oh my goodness. Everyone has been having them the past few weeks, men, children, grandparents, babies and women, but things are supposed to be cooling down for the next few weeks, upper to lower 80’s, which is a huge relief for people wanting to be outside and for the NEMO fair-goers and campers. Last year we camped at the fair and we hardly got out of the camper, it was miserable outside and to sit out in lawn chairs, even under an awning, was just unbearable. I only went to the fair grounds once, for the demolition derby, and of course a storm blew up and ripped the camper awning. The only night I leave the camper and, yup, destruction. Figures. I’m looking forward to some relaxation time at the fair this year, hopefully Mother Nature will be nice and keep the temperatures in the 80’s, not way to hot and not way to cold, just like Goldie Locks liked her porridge. My ribs are almost completely healed and I’m ready to get back at it. Camping at the fair is my first real outing and I’m looking forward to spending some time again with my camping friends. I promise, I’ll be careful! My daughter and granddaughter went to visit her father’s family in Texas recently, so I’m extremely happy to have them home. I’m pretty sure little Miss Quinci Jo missed me as much as I missed her and her mommy! I was happy to rock her to sleep on the 4th of July and snuggle in for a nap before I went
JEFFCOAT in to cover a shift at the hospital. Luckily the ER wasn’t too busy, people must of been more cautious this year with the dry conditions. But, nevertheless, it was good to spend the day at home, doing absolutely NOTHING! Which is never a part of my daily routine much anymore. Go go go, my mama said that’s what keeps us young, so I try to stay busy, however, I’m pretty sure its not working. So I keep reading those home remedy books, but I’m tell’n ya now, don’t waste your money. They don’t always work either. I have found that a few of their suggestions work, but some are pretty far fetched. I think I’ll just use my mom and grandma’s advice on things, wish they were still around. As the older I get, the more questions I have. But I have lots of aunts, cousins and friends, so I pick their brains some, its just that some of them don’t like to be picked. Can’t figure if that’s because they don’t know or don’t like to share. My conclusion is the first. LOL. Keep It Kool, Bec
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Pastor’s Corner Jesus and his disciples were on the Sea of Galilee in a boat when a great storm broke out. The waves were breaking over the boat swamping it. The winds were blowing the boat around out of control. He disciples were afraid they were going to drown. But Jesus showed them that there is little for them to fear. Jesus quieted the storm with just a word. He shouted “Silence!” and the gale-force winds died down. He shouted “Be still!” and the waves went away. Jesus has power over the forces of nature! He does command the wind and the waves. Storms in life happen to everyone. Sometimes a project we have worked hard on doesn’t work out the way we had hoped. Serious illness can come to any of us. Death will come to our loved ones. Jobs get cut. Medical bills outstrip our resources. Crops fail. Equipment fails. Accidents happen. People let us down and hurt us. These are the storms that happen to each of us at various times. When the storms of life come to us, people ask “where was God when these happen?” People ask, “Why did God allow this to happen?”
PASTOR THOMAS They are normal and natural but they are the wrong question. God doesn’t “let” these happen. Because they happen is not a sign that God is not present. These things happen because of decisions made by individuals and because of decisions made by societies and governments. These things happen because of sins of the past and sins of the present. When these storms happen to us we need to be looking to Jesus to help us get through the storms and even to end the storm that is going on in our live right now. Jesus is with us and we only have to turn to him. Jesus will get us through. Jesus will make the difficulties possible for us to get through.
We Are Looking For You!!
The Home Press North Edition is currently seeking correspondents for the Brashear, Hurdland, Novelty, Ethel as well as the Knox County areas. If you are interested or know someone who might be interested in writing news for our paper, please give us a call at 332-4431. We would be happy to chat with you and would be even happier to share your news with all of our readers.
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On Thursday evening, June 28th Ron Gillett, candidate for 6th District Representative hosted a “Meet and Greet” in the La Plata City Park. In spite of the hot weather, several voters gathered at the shelter house to meet Ron and voice concerns to him as well as listen to his points of interest. They enjoyed hot dogs and a drink while chatting.
FROM OUR READERS To The Home Press: As I rode past soybean fields on a Fourth of July bicycle ride, I thought it odd the plants weren’t any taller than a hardfought four inches. The soybeans east of Columbia look like they’re holding their own, but the corn is beginning to turn yellow on the lower leaves. Out my back door, the tomatoes I planted in May just look sickly; they’re leggy and the tomatoes aren’t getting very big. I was beginning to think it was something I was doing, but it is just too hot and dry. Three months ago, we were eager for warm breezes. Spring came early. We were amazed at the early warm temperatures, and farmers took advantage of weather and got crops in the ground ahead of schedule. Getting at least two cuttings of hay looked like a possibility, and by all accounts, we were looking forward to a good growing season in Missouri. As did spring, summer came early. The rain stopped and extreme heat arrived. Most of Missouri hasn’t seen a good soaker in weeks, and as a result, the vast majority of the state is categorized in some level of drought, with southeast Missouri in extreme drought. Virtually every state across the country is suffering from drought, and it’s getting worse. It’s turning out to be “one of those years.” This is exactly the sort of year in which a functioning farm bill protects farmers and ranchers. The U.S. House of Representatives has an opportunity to debate the farm bill that the Senate approved last month. The urgency with which they address the bill will affect many farmers in Missouri. Most of the pro-
grams authorized under the existing Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 expire at the end of September, and disaster assistance programs lapsed last fall. Gov. Jay Nixon recently asked the Missouri Farm Service Agency to assess damage to crops and forage in every county in Missouri. This information will be critical if federal disaster declarations are to be requested and approved. Even if disaster declarations are made, resources are limited. This is when a farm bill proves vital. Farmers can do everything right, and still they are at the mercy of Mother Nature. That’s why Congress saw fit years ago to put in place a food security policy— one that helps farmers deal with years like this and also keeps food prices affordable for all of us. It is called the farm bill, but it is really a food bill, and it has been that way for some time. Most of the funding is allocated to food stamps, with only 20 percent of the package going to farm programs, conservation, energy and research, among others. Programs, like crop insurance for example, are crucial this year, but they won’t make a farmer whole. The aim is to soften the impact of a catastrophic event such as drought. As a consumer, I’m glad the safety net is there. Since I cannot seem to get a good tomato out of my garden this year, I know farmers somewhere will, which means I won’t have to worry when I go to the store. Farm programs, while designed for farmers, are truly intended for us as consumers. Please urge your Congressman to pass a farm bill as soon as possible. Rebecca French Smith
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Ask “Captain Comfort” With a background in military construction contracting, I have almost no experience in smaller residential and commercial HVACR, so there are a lot of terms and ideas that are pretty new to me. There are some things I don’t understand at all, so I have a lot of questions and I know you do too! Lucky for me, I have a Team Extraordinaire who spends a lot of time looking up ways to explain things so I can understand them. We have adopted Lennox’s super-hero mascot, “Captain Comfort” as our “go to” guy for questions and ideas. In fact, you’ll be seeing him on our company vans soon, giving the “heave ho” to our old adversaries “Heat Snap” and “Cold Wave”. Your comfort is very important to us, and we want to remind you of the superhero efforts we’re willing
to make towards that end! What better way to make you comfortable than giving you information and answers to your questions? What better way to give you good, solid choices? For the next year, Captain Comfort is going to be learning about matters of heating and air conditioning, and passing the information along to you! We’ll talk about the things that matter to you right now, like how to save money AND keep your cool this summer! The topics aren’t going to be sales pitches for a particular brand, but are going to explore the ideas and principles that make equipment work efficiently for you, to save you money and to help make good, long term decisions for you, your family, and business.
Nutrition Site Menu July 16th - 20th
660.665.9163 Monday, July 16 Meatloaf, AuGratin potatoes, butter beans, celery and carrot sticks, bread, fruit (melon or tropical) and milk.
Tuesday, July 17 Pork chops, cream peas and potatoes, sliced carrots, hot rolls, apple crisp and milk.
Wednesday, July 18 Lasagna, lettuce salad, French bread, apricots, cake and milk.
Thursday, July 19 Chicken salad sandwich on bun, pickled beets, pork and beans, Jello with fruit and milk.
Friday, July 20 Fish fillets, zucchini and tomatoes, carrot raisin salad, bread and butter, peach cobbler and milk.
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COMMUNITY NEWS Gifford Items
by Sharron Burns
We enter July with 100 + degrees temperatures and no rain. There are huge cracks in the ground. Established trees and plants are wanting rain. Pastures are about to burn up. Beans and corn are showing signs of distress. Baby bluebirds have hatched in the mailbox nest. Field animals that normally would get food from the field are looking for the food closer to our home and feeding areas. We are praying for rain. There was a large 4th of July celebration at Christy and Rob Bristow’s home. Present were Dillon Huddleston, Connie and David Gunnels, Jim and Cherie O’Haver, Cindy O’Haver, Brenda, Leon and Addison Shears, Andrea Thurman and 3 sons, Tharen and Jorgan Skjeveland, Mike, Jennifer and Timerrick Gunnels, Nikisha Couch and 3 children, Candy and Chris St. Clair, J.T. and Veronica Hudnell and Eli, Jamie and Emily Kirkpatrick, Kenny and Shonda Walker, Wayne Walker, David Shears and girlfriend. Donna and Jerry Gray attended the Macon, Atlanta and Bevier ball games to see Chase, Zachary and Alaina Gray play ball. Thursday evening Twila Tracy visited Marilyn Sinnock. Patrick O’Toole and Kenny Baker visited this week with Donna and Bud Seibold. They shared garden goodies. Nathaniel Iman delivered the Sunday message at Gifford Christian Church. Nathaniel is a recent graduate of Central Christian College and he lives in Mexico, MO. Attending was Dean and Marietta Slaughter, Donna Gray, Kim and Leighton Shoop, Kirby Bailey, Debbie Newland, Richard and Sharron Burns, Joy Tilinski, Roger Jarman, Gary and Nancy Belfield and Mac Mc Ray. Carolyn Hill and Marilyn Sinnock attended the visitation and funeral of Dorothy Mc Elhiney Noel in Kirksville recently. Wayne Walker and Mary Ruth Gilland visited Pearl Perry this past week at La Plata Nursing home. Richard and Sharron Burns enjoyed lunch with Amy Burns on Friday in Columbia. The Friday morning Mens Bible Study Group took their women to Macon to a local restaurant Friday evening. Attending were Linda and Ed Swinney, Bob Johnson, Beverly Billings, Joan and Bob Ferry, Richard and Sharron Burns. Mary and Roger Jarman visited Roger Jay Jar-
man several times this past week. Lana Daniels also called on Roger Jay. Sharron Burns helped Molly West with 4-H information on Thursday evening in preparation for the NEMO Fair. Lana Daniels took Mary Jarman to Columbia for doctor’s visit this past week. Saturday Marilyn Sinnock of Ethel and Carolyn Hill of Clarence attended the Ethel Alumni Banquet in the old Ethel school gym. The group enjoyed visiting old friends and classmates, renewing old times during a catered at noon. The oldest person attending was 93. A total of 123 attended. A celebration of an 8th birthday for Brooklynne Couch occurred at the home of Connie and David Gunnels Sunday evening. Attending were Nikisha, Lance and Kady Couch, Christy and Rob Bristow, Dillon Huddleston, Connie and David Gunnels. For the last 11 days we have had temperatures of 100 degrees and up to 108, with no rain yet. Things are looking critical in the fields, lawns and crop areas. We continue to pray for rain. Donna Gray visited Roger Jay Jarman Friday. Chad, Amanda, Claire and Morgan Belfield visited Amanda’s parents, Bob and Betty Mackey, in Belle Fourche, South Dakota recently. Norven and Kassie Slaughter visited last Sunday with Dean and Marietta Slaughter. Roger Jarman and Lana Daniels attended the Jarman Reunion at Unionville Saturday. Sharron Burns attended the Friends for La Plata Preservation meeting at La Plata Library Monday evening. Charles Howe and Carol Bryant were visitors in the Marilyn Sinnock home this last week. Le Anna Lewis and Sharron Burns attended the Adair County 4-H Council meeting held Saturday in the Kirksville Christian Church. Saturday Terry Hill of Auvausse and Marilyn Sinnock visited Carolyn Hill in Clarence. Donna and Jerry Gray attended ball games Monday and Tuesday night in Bevier and Atlanta for grandsons, Zachary and Chase Gray. Mary and Roger Jarman visited their son, Roger Jay, this past week. Roger Jay would enjoy visitors, cards, phone calls as he recovers. Richard and Sharron Burns visited Evonne and Larry Baker this week to enjoy the 4th of July, Also
by Verna Buck Alma Baker, Dorene McNew, Mary Harvey and Dora Lovingier assisted with Bingo at La Plata Nursing Home on Friday. Reverend Hollis Prather and Joan from Mt. Tabor Baptist Church conducted services at La Plata Nursing home Sunday July 1st. Sandy Williams and Rosana Davis were Tuesday visitors, Marteena Gunnels, Helen Hammack of Memphis was a Wednesday visitor. Marge Stow of Macon and Katy Stow of Kansas City were Monday night visitors. Gene and Nancy Graham of Atlanta and Donna McClanahan were recent visitors of Marteena Gunnels, also visiting C Y
have been Nancy Heck and grandchildren, Jim Hogenson of Ethel and Charlie Stow of Macon, Brenda Lee and Linda Montgomery. Esty Eiler of Bargin visited Helen Nichols Sunday at the La Plata Nursing Home. Verna Buck visited Lenora Grear recently. June Magers was a Sunday guest. Wayne Kitchen of Bucklin visited Wednesday morning with Bobby Buck at La Plata Nursing Home. Tracey and Kevin East, Lauren and friend, Tabitha and Jeremy Sawyer, Cash and Cy and McKenzie Beautte enjoyed a barbeque supper with Peggy M K
attending were Jesse Baker, Astella Gingrich, Brett Baker, Pamela and a Larry Dean Baker. They enjoyed playing cards, a shooting contest and fire works in the evening. Gifford Christian Church’s Sunday sermon was delivered by Nathaniel Iman. Attending were Dean and Marietta Slaughter, Rich and Sharron Burns, Chad, Amanda, Claire and Morgan Belfield, Kirby Bailey, Debbie Newland, Donna Kelly, Jean Elliott, Jerry and Donna Gray, Joy Tilinski and Steve Riker. Jerry and Donna Gray visited Saturday with Brian, Melinda, Chase, Zachary and Alaina Gray. Karen and Walter Manigold celebrated their 50th Wedding anniversary this past weekend. They had 34 dinner guests to help them celebrate. Some attending were Yvette and Chiara Infantino of Rome, Italy, Mynette, Will, Clais, Wesley, and Garrett Eledui of Huntsville, Alabama, Butch and Jackie Manigold and daughter, Caitlyn of Raleigh, North Carolina, Stephen and Sean Manigold of North Carolina, Jerry Worchester and family, Cathy, Hannah and Andrew Worcester of Oneida, Kentucky, Tonya and Howard Worchester, Frank and Diane Manigold of Texas, and Fairy Worcester, and many others. Children, grandchildren and great grand kids came to Elmer School Thursday to hold a surprise 80th birthday celebration for Ethel Howe, formerly of Elmer and now lives in Kirksville. It was a total surprise with people coming from near and far. Attending were Carla and Tom Easley, Mary Kay and Jim Mosch of Sparks, MD, Ruth and Bob Duarte of Rossmore, CA Dianah Swetman of San Marcos, CA john and Mellissa Howe of Elmer, Glenn Home of Excelsior Springs, Charles and Sharon of Elmer, Hilbert and Iola Nannemann of Macon, Alvina Howe of Elmer, Ambrose and Joanne Nannemann of Macon, Melinda Bashette of Macon, Brian and Jeni Easly of Elmer, Dillon and Hunter of Elmer, Justing and Masen Howe of Elmer. Dresdon Moach of Sparks, MD, Karli and Maci Easley of Elmer, Aiden Duarte of Rossmore, CA, Liam Young of Macon, Edythe Anne Nanneramm of Wein, Frank and Deane Nannemann of Jefferson City, Mike and Debbie Howe and son, Taylor from near St. Louis, Gary and Nancy Belfield, Tris Davison and children, Ty and Jessica, Cindy Koonce of Elmer, Janet Miller of Macon and many others.
and Jerry Thomas on Wednesday evening. Verna Buck was a visitor. Jeff and Cindy Thomas of Purdin were recent visitors of Peggy and Jerry Thomas. Verna Buck visited Tuesday with June Magers in La Plata. Correction: Barb Englehard of Marceline was among those attending the drag races at Cordova last weekend. Terri McLean, Isabelle Morgan and Cameron Issac , Virginia Masters and Carly Mann all from Woodland, Tennessee were weekend guests of Lodena Biggs. Joining them for dinner Saturday evening were Busters and Janet Wood and Tonya Wood, Tim and Shelly Wood, Summer, Justin and Peiper. On Sunday they visited Leola Schneider at La Plata Nursing Home.
9 PROVEN EXPERIENCE “I am the only candidate for the Office of Sheriff that has any homicide investigation experience.” 9 PROVEN LEADERSHIP “I have always believed that the head of any law enforcement agency should wear a uniform and work side-by-side with their officers in all levels of criminal investigation. This is the only way to remain in touch with day to day operations, and identify ways to improve operations. I have done this for the last 20 years as Sheriff and I will continue this every day of my next term.” 9 PROVEN FISCAL MANAGEMENT “I am the only candidate for the Office of Sheriff that has ever managed a budgeted Sheriff’s Office and Jail. In 2011 following two vacancies, I reorganized and combined four positions into two. After this restructure and a change in investigative case management, my office saw a 200% increase in burglary arrests, while at the same time saving tax payers approximately $57,000 in two full time salaries.” 9 PROVEN DEDICATION “When Re-Elected I will serve the FULL term of office, in which the citizens have placed their trust and expectations in me.” 9 PROVEN COMMUNITY LEADER “Our Community Service Program provides offenders with a positive alternative to jail. Through community service work they give back to the community for their crimes. Since I started the program last summer, 70 volunteers have completed over $20,000 worth of labor benefiting every corner of the county.” 9 TOUGH ON PROPERTY CRIME “Macon County’s burglary arrest rate is DOUBLE that of the national average, and during my tenure we have seen a 63% increase in arrests for stealing.” 9 TOUGH ON DRUG CRIME “In 2011, collectively of all law enforcement agencies (state, and local) in the county, arrested 76 persons for violating Missouri’s drug laws; the Macon County Sheriff’s Office made 56.5% of those arrests.”
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Dan and Yvonne Castor from Cedarvale Kansas called on her nephew, Rob Aldinger and her brothers Bob Aldinger and Dean and Pam Burris on Friday afternoon. They were back to attend the Burris Reunion and Yvonne’s sister’s memorial on Saturday. Bill and Debbie Burris from Elizabeth, Colorado were callers in the Dean and Pam Burris home Saturday morning. They were back here to attend the Burris reunion and Bill’s sister’s Joyce memorial later in the day. The Burris, Kitchen and Pippin 38th annual family reunion was held Saturdday, July 7 at park in New C Cambria and over 40 were in attendance. Next year reunion will be Saturday, July 6, 2013 at Bucklin in air condition building. The temperature Saturday got up to 106 degrees. In spite of the heat, all had a good time. Those attending Joyce Burris memorial Saturday afternoon were Dan and Yvonne Castor from Cedarvale, Kansas; Bill and Debbie Burris from Elizabeth, Colorado; Paul and Lola Reeds from Blue Springs; Stephen Gunnels; Jack and Mary Burris from New Mexico; Kenny Burris from Illinois; Beulah Aldinger; Rob Aldinger; Shawn Burris of Moberly; Mike, Melanie, Mady and Maddox Tipton of Trenton
and Dean and Pam Burris. Pastor Mike Tipton conducted the services reading from Is: 40:31 and other scripture. Melanie Tipton sang contemporary version of Amazing Grace. Most went back to the Elmer Baptist Church for light refreshments and to cool off. We continue to celebrate Joyce life at the church by watching old movie film of the family converted to VHS tape and photographs of Joyce and her siblings and parents. Elmer Baptist Church had 21 in attendance for Sunday school on July 8. Grant Murdock brought the message Sunday morning in absence of Pastor Zach who was away attending a friend’s wedding. Grant’s grandparent Murdock joined him. There were 28 present for worship service. Debbie Atha had the children’s sermon in absence of Amy Vicars. Grant preached from Ephesians 4: 17-32. Remember Wednesday night is fellowship supper and business meeting to follow beginning at 6:30 p.m. Remember to save your gallon milk jugs for VBS. Mady and Maddox Tipton of Trenton are spending the week with their grandparents Dean and Pam Burris. They attended church with them Sunday morning.
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Isabella Morgan McLean Chris and Terri McLean of Woodlawn, Tennessee are the parents of a daughter born on Thursday (June 14, 2012) at the Gateway Medical Center in Clarksville, Tennessee. The baby weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces and was 20 3/4 inches in length. She has been named Isa-
bella Morgan. She joins one brother, Cameron, age 2. Grandparents are Carl and Virginia Masters of Woodlawn, Tennessee and Linden and Janet Wood of La Plata, Missouri. Leola Schneider of La Plata, Missouri is Isabella’s great-grandmother.
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Karl and Roberta Byers enjoyed having supper at Roger and Marylyn Garrett’s Friday evening, June 29th. Additional guests were John and Louise Gaughan and Dan and Lisa Gaughan and their houseguest, Baylor Hodge. Tabitha Jones of Clinton visited Wayne and Elizabeth Beeson and canned tomatoes. Jacie Hammons and Josie of Riverside, and Walter Serra of Virginia were weekend visitors of Basil and Marsha Hammons. Jacie was a bridesmaid and Josie was a flower girl at the wedding of Alissa Jennings and Je-
rod Thurman on Saturday. Julie Kay and Sheridan Howe also attended the wedding. Josie spent Saturday overnight with the Howe family. Mae Graham and Rhoda Graham had lunch in Macon Friday. They also visited Sarah Grinder. Drailyn King took her Grandma Rhoda Graham out to eat one day last week. Dolores Harpster, Mary Beldon, Sarah Brands, and Julie Kay Howe attended a brunch at LaPlata Christian Church Saturday. Collene Banner spoke on “The Seven Things I Have Learned In My Life.�
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI In Re: The Estate of Kreig Allen Miller, Deceased Estate No. 12MA-PR00048 NOTICE OF LETTERS ADMINISTRATION GRANTED (Supervised Administration) On June 25, 2012, Connie L. Miller was appointed the Personal Representative of the Estate of Kreig Allen Miller, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Macon County, Missouri. The personal representative’s addresses and phone number is: 27307 State Highway T, Excello, Missouri, 65247, (660) 775-2442. The personal representatives attorneys name, business address and phone number is: Paul Parkinson, 218 North Rollins Street, Suite 596, Macon, Missouri 63552, (660) 385-5216. All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI In Re: The Estate of Robert Weisenborn, Sr., Deceased Estate No. 12MA-PR00021 NOTICE OF LETTERS ADMINISTRATION GRANTED (Supervised Administration) On June 25, 2012, Jennifer Weisenborn was appointed the Personal Representative of the Estate of Stephen Robert Weisenborn, Sr., decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Macon County, Missouri. The personal representative’s addresses and phone number is: 38521 State Highway C, Excello, Missouri 65247; (660) 349-8768. The personal representatives attorneys name, business address and phone number is: Paul Parkinson, 218 North Rollins Street, Suite 596, Macon, Missouri 63552, (660) 385-5216. All creditors of said decedent
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within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two (2) months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six (6) month period and such two (2) month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one (1) year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent’s death: April 8, 2012. Date of first publication: July 4, 2012. /s/ Ann Henry Probate Clerk Dates of publication are July 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2012.
are notified to file claims in court within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two (2) months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six (6) month period and such two (2) month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one (1) year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent’s death: January 24, 2012. Date of first publication: July 4, 2012. /s/ Ann Henry Probate Clerk Dates of publication are July 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2012.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI In Re: The Estate of Ronald L. Biondi, Deceased Estate No. 12MA-PR00036 NOTICE OF LETTERS ADMINISTRATION GRANTED (Supervised Administration) On June 22, 2012, Rhonda J. Biondi and R. Scott Biondi were appointed the Personal Representatives of the Estate of Ronald L. Biondi, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Macon County, Missouri. The personal representatives’ addresses and phone numbers are: 25008 Harvest Road, Bevier, Missouri 63532 and 24998 Harvest Road, Bevier, Missouri 63532. The personal representatives attorneys name, business address and phone number is: Paul Parkinson, 218 North Rollins Street, Suite 596, Macon, Missouri 63552, (660) 385-5216. All creditors of said decedent
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI In Re: The Estate of Lily Elizabeth Molloy, Deceased Estate No. 12MA-PR00047 NOTICE OF LETTERS ADMINISTRATION GRANTED (Supervised Administration) To all persons interested in the Estate of Lily Elizabeth Molloy, Decedent. On June 22, 2012, Lois Noland was appointed the Personal Representative of the Estate of Kreig Allen Miller, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Macon County, Missouri. The personal representative’s addresses and phone number is: 101 E. Washington Street, Building #1, Suite E, Macon, Missouri 63552; (660) 385-6173. The personal representatives attorneys name, business address and phone number is: Paul Parkinson, 218 North Rollins Street, Suite 596, Macon, Missouri 63552, (660) 385-5216.
are notified to file claims in court within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two (2) months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six (6) month period and such two (2) month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one (1) year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent’s death: April 24, 2012. Date of first publication: July 4, 2012. /s/ Ann Henry Probate Clerk
In Re: The Estate of Elizabeth R. Alexander, Deceased Estate No.: 10MA-PR00022 NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION To All Persons Interested In The Estate of Elizabeth R. Alexander, Deceased. You are hereby notified that the undersigned Personal Representative will file a Final Settlement and Petition for determination of the persons who are the successors in interest to the personal/real property of the decedent and of the extent and character of their interest therein
Dates of publication are July 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2012.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION
All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two (2) months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six (6) month period and such two (2) month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one (1) year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent’s death: March 13, 2012. Date of first publication: July 4, 2012.
In Re: The Estate of John Owen Tate, Deceased
/s/ Ann Henry Probate Clerk
and for distribution of such property, in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Macon County, Missouri, seven days after date of last publication or as may be continued by the Court, and that any objections or exceptions to such Final Settlement or Petition or any item must be in writing and filed within twenty days after the filing of such Final Settlement.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION
Estate No. 12M7-PR00029 NOTICE OF LETTERS OF TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Supervised Administration) To All Persons Interested In The Estate of John Owen Tate, decedent: On June 25, 2012, the Last Will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, James Allen Maloney was appointed personal representative of the estate of John Owen Tate, decedent by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Macon County, Missouri. The name, business address, and phone number of the personal representative is: James Allen Maloney, 1005 W. Bourke, Macon, Missouri, 63552; (660) 385-4253. The Personal Representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is: Paul Parkinson, 218 North Rollins, Suite 103, P.O. Box 596,
/s/ Scott Alexander Templeton & Swedberg, P.C. Attorneys at Law 210 N. Elson, Suite A PO Box K Kirksville, MO 63501 (660) 665-5628 (660) 665-6035 - facsimile bswedberg@sbcglobal.net Dates of publication are July 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2012.
Macon, Missouri, 63552, (660) 385-5216. All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two (2) months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six (6) month period and such two (2) month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one (1) year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent’s death: April 24, 2011. Date of first publication: July 4, 2012. /s/ Ann Henry Probate Clerk Dates of publication are July 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2012.
Dates of publication are July 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2012.
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