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There is no “All Clear” signal

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

LAMAR-When the Barton County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) met, May 8, one of the topics for discussion was the use of severe thunderstorm/tornado warning sirens. Barton County has approximately 25 sirens near population concentrations throughout the county. The county is divided into four quadrants that can be activated individually to warn of impending storms. The southwest quadrant was activated when a recent tornado struck Baxter Springs, Kansas. That led to a discussion of when and how to issue an all clear signal.

The discussion concluded definitively there is no such thing as an all clear signal.

The only thing people in a warned area can use in lieu of an all clear signal is common sense, according to one member of the committee.

Wait until the warning period has expired was another.

Emergency Management Director Tom Ryan added that a battery powered weather radio is invaluable. People taking shelter should always have one in their possession.

Weather radios are available in the commission office of the Barton County Courthouse for approximately $25.

The Capstone earthquake exercise of the previous day was briefly reviewed. Coming out of the exercise was an estimate that a severe quake in the Missouri bootheel seismic area could result in a need to find shelter for

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Lamar athletes headed back to state Several members of the Lamar Tigers and Lady Tigers track and field teams earned a trip to the Class 2 State Championships by finishing in the top four at the sectional meet, which Lamar hosted Saturday.

Senior twin brothers Ben and Sam Bailey finished first and second respectively in the discus, Ben winning the event with a throw of 161-feet 10-inches. Sam also qualified in the shot put by winning the event with a throw of 49feet 4.25-inches. Freshman Matt Whyman scored 21-feet 5.25-inches to win the long jump. Senior Landon Compton cleared 42-feet 11.25-inches in the triple jump to win it.

The Tigers' 4x800 meter relay team finished second to advance to state. The team is comprised of Compton, Kaden Overstreet, Zane Hull and Nicholas Ray. Freshman Luke Hardman finished fourth in the 110 meter hurdles and won the 300 meter hurdles with a time of 40.35. Seniors Cade Payne and Jared Beshore will be representing Lamar High in the 100 meter dash, which they finished in first and third place respectively, with Payne running a 11.18 to win the event.

The Tigers also won the 4x200 meter relay with a time of 1:32.03. Runners included: Mark Bartlett, David Dambre, Beshore and Payne. The 4x100 relay team also took first with a time of 43.06. They included: Bartlett, Hardman, Beshore and Payne.

Senior Kevin Clements won the 400 meter dash with a 52.04. Ray, a sophomore, finished second in the mile and the 800 to earn a spot at state

in both events. Overstreet won the two mile with a 9:53.62.

The Tigers 4x800 relay team of Compton, freshman Anthony Wilkerson, Clements and Hardman won the event with a time of 3:28.80.

As a team, the Tigers crushed the opposition, winning the meet with 173 points. The second place team was Mountain Grove with only 62 points.

The Lady Tigers excelled as well, finishing second in the meet, only two points back of Ash Grove who won it with 81 points.

Sophomore Haley Landrum took fourth in the Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow long jump to advance to Lamar's Allen Pollard takes a practice run at the high jump the championships at Lin- during Saturday's Class 1 and 2 State Sectional Track and Field coln University in Jefferson Meet at Thomas M. O'Sullivan Stadium. The Tigers had several City. She was joined there athletes qualify for the state championships in Jefferson City. by senior Chynna Moore, who finished third in the Lamar triple jump. Sophomore KaitDemocrat/ lyn Graves finished second in Chris the discus. Two more sophoMorrow mores took second in their Lamar's respective events, with Madie Anais Baldwin qualifying in the 400 Ronjat meter dash and Kaelyn Sturgell runs her in the 300 meter hurdles. leg of the The girls 4x200 meter re4x800 lay team won the event with relay a 1:48.26. The team included: during senior Kylie Riegel, Moore, the Class Baldwin and Sturgell. The same 2 State group also won the 4x100 meSectional ter relay with a time of 51.33.

Track The Lady Tigers won the 4x400 and Field meter relay with a time of Meet at 4:14.55. This team included: Thomas Sturgell, Baldwin, Moore and M. Landrum.

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Saturday.

Pictured are many of the winners of the bicycles and accessories that were awarded by the Lamar Police Department during Bike Safety Day.

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If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it

LAMAR-That seemed to be the consensus of the Lamar City Council’s Ordinance Committee when considering the need for an ordinance regulating or prohibiting metal detecting on city rightof-way. The issue came up at the April 21 council meeting when a citizen complained about the police stopping him from digging on a city right-of-way. He inquired if there was an ordinance prohibiting it. There wasn’t and still isn’t.

The committee will make no recommendation to the full council. It adjourned with the observation, “If a problem arises, it will be dealt with at that time.”

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SECTION A Correspondents......................... 2 Friends & Family....................... 3 Memorial Day............................ 4 School.......................................... 5 School/Sports............................. 6 SECTION B Area News.................................. 2 Records....................................... 3 Records....................................... 4 Legals/Classifieds....................... 5 Area News.................................. 6

By OFFICER DANIEL GRAHAM Lamar Police Department On Saturday, May 10, the Lamar Police Department hosted its annual Bike Safety Day. Bike Safety Day has been a tradition of the Lamar Police Department for many years, and with the community's support they plan to continue for many more. Over 100 were in attendance, with 70 participants at this year's event. All attending were welcomed to hotdogs, chips and drink, as well as a

chance to win over 29 prizes, including 10 new bikes.

Bike Safety Day is open to all age groups, 1-100 years old.

There were many attractions that have been at Bike Safety Day since its inception, such as the skills course, the bike and bike accessories raffle and, of course, free food. This year a new attraction was added. The “Cookie Ride” was like a traditional cake walk, only the prizes were bags of cookies made and donated by the Evangel Assembly of God in Carthage.

Another addition this year in-

cluded free bike licenses made by the Barton County Ambulance District. The bike licenses were made with the name and picture of the rider on the front, with a promise to ride a bike safely and courteously on the back. There was also an opportunity to sit in a real military Humvee that was recently acquired by the Lamar Police Department through a grant from the Department of Defense.

As always, the Lamar Police Department could not participate in public events without the

help of local businesses in Barton County, and as in the past Bike Safety Day was sponsored by many local donors. The Lamar Police Department would like to thank CY6 Design, McCulley Auto Repair, Legacy Farm and Lawn, Cash Saver, National TV, Sonic Drive-In, Lamar Bank and Trust, Kaderly and Kaderly Attorney at Law, Lamar Truck and Tire, Lamar Travel Plaza, Walmart, Potter's Repair, Barton County Electric Coop, CMAC Auto Repair, Heritage State Bank and Aaron Sachs Attorney at Law.

regarding the 2014 project book were passed around, with the reminder that the ensuing entries needed to be submitted

by June 1.

Jeff Boyd with Barton County Search and Rescue commented that a tournament had been held last year with monies raised to go towards an educational scholarship in Chance Kentner's name. They are in the process of locating those they feel are worthy of the aide.

A new sign for Lamar was discussed, as well as where the sign might be situated. It was noted that at one time the chamber had worked on the same project, so Kathy Macomber is to get with the chamber of commerce to see what might have been discussed in the past.

John Adams with CDC was present and commented that he had “all kinds of information that he can't share”. With the

goal of bettering Lamar, this is hopefully welcome news.

McDaniels shared that the Earth Day was a success, with everyone enjoying the Indian dancers again this year. She stated that $450 had been raised by the silent auction. The market is now open on Wednesdays, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and hours on Saturday are now 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is a sign at the intersection of Hwy. 160 and the service road traveling towards the hospital, where the chamber is able to post events that are taking place in the community. It was suggested that someone get a hold of them to see about posting the farmers' market's hours for all to see. Macomber will get with the chamber regarding this, as well.

Jerod Morey with AOK reported a very successful open house, held Tuesday, May 13.

He stated they are still partner-

ing with Wildtree products in order to give the kids healthier, more diversified, food. Any profits taken in by Wildtree are in return given to AOK, so it is a win-win situation for all. Morey stated that summer camp would begin May 27 and last through August 8. Unfortunately, due to the loss of grants, they will not be able to offer summer movie or pool passes this year, as they have done in the past. Morey added, “Summer is coming and we're excited”. AOK is still managing to operate with private donations and contributions from the community. They are currently working on various grants, but will know nothing regarding them until late fall.

Jill Scheidt reported that the wheat tour would be held again this year on June 5, at the David Sheat farm and Macomber stat-

Plaza hopes to provide AOK campers with season passes

By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat

Lamar Community Betterment met at 12 noon on Wednesday, May 14, at the Wolf Center. The meeting was called to order by Elaine Davis, followed by the secretary's report given by Barbara McDaniels.

The minutes were from March and April and were unanimously approved as corrected. The treasurer's report was then presented by Ginnie Keatts, along with a reminder to pay the 2014 yearly dues of $10 per individual or organization.

In a Gilkey Building update it was mentioned that hopefully all would be taken care of within 60 days at the most. Ron Hager also noted that due to provisions nothing can be built on the property for five years, once it is leveled.

Entries that had been received

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CORRESPONDENTS Coonfoot & Vicinity

By LOUISE OTT Peeking out the door this early Monday morning I see our dear Lord is going to give us some scattered showers and it is also a little windy. We could use some rain. The big creek by me is getting very low.

Gary and Judy Nelson, Michael Nelson and Ella Mae Turpen all enjoyed dinner at a restaurant to celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday.

Aurby Winans, Ray and Tristan, Ray and Nicole Winans and Elvin Winans Jr. and Durella were guests of Marie Winans on Mother's Day. Kenneth Dee and Esther Archer, George Straw and Sara Payne all enjoyed dinner together for Mother's Day on Saturday at the home of Louise Ott. Remember, the big bridge south of Alba is now open and it's so nice to go straight through instead of other roads to get to Highway 96.

Be sure and watch for turkeys crossing the road these days. I was coming home from my brother, George Straw's, and stopped to let the big gobbler and four hens cross the road. The deer are still crossing the road east of Alba.

Sheldon

By DARLENE SHERIDAN The Sheldon Library Board met last Wednesday in special session to discuss plans for the Library Carnival scheduled for May 17. Due to many conflicting activities, the carnival was postponed till a later summer date.

The final Vision presentation was given Saturday, May 10, at the school gym. The Drury University students presented very interesting information on the revitalization of Sheldon. The Sheldon Community Betterment meeting will meet June 16, to review the Vision and determine a timeline for improvement.

Senior graduation was held Friday, May 9, with a large attendance as 11 seniors received their diplomas and scholarships were announced.

The three churches in Sheldon honored mothers on Sunday morning.

I was pleased to attend

a family gathering Sunday at noon in Carthage.

After dinner we returned to Jim and Delores’ home to visit with Jeff, Annette, Jack and Brenden Honey of Lee’s Summit and Bill, Lora, Sheridan and Harlow Phelps of Carthage.

Paul and Phyllis Sprenkle attended graduation exercises at Liberal. Delores and I made a trip to Lee’s Summit where we visited Delia and Bill Brown and family, as Delia was able to return home Saturday from the hospital, where she was treated for a blood clot in her leg.

Monday's weather was very dismal, but we did receive a noticeable amount of rain.

The Sheldon American Legion and Auxiliary met Monday evening for the monthly potluck supper. Keith Selvey gave table grace and following a delicious supper the group had separate business meetings with Commander Gary Smith in charge of the Legion meeting and President Dorothy Mundy conducting the auxiliary meeting. Correspondence was read from the 6th district president. Volunteer hours were reported and the meeting adjourned to meet on June 9, for a 6:30 p.m. potluck supper.

For-getme-nots

By GAIL LEAMING Just got back from Stone’s Throw theater and it was a very funny play. Carol Van Dey, Carl Sheets and Kamala Leaming were at our table. Ron and I went to Silver Dollar City to see the Dalton Gang with Taylon Winchell. We were there one whole day and part of another. The Gang did very good with the crowd loving them. I particularly like the song “Come on Down to the Barn”. The crowd really chuckled at that one. We left there to get back in time to see the Crawford and Co. at Cave Springs. Ron left me there to check on the dogs and bring back some chairs and a mike since we had been gone three days, so he missed them and the Loose Notes.

Roger Reed and his group of Loose Notes do a very good job and are good to play as long as they are asked when they need fill in. Thanks y’all, I know Mariea Palmer appreciated that.

These folks at the cele-

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Betty Gideon was the Bridge hostess Tuesday, May 13, with Imogene Williams placing first and Dorothy Roberts placing second.

The hostess scheduled for May 20 is Betty Gilkey and Norma Harris will be the hostess on Tuesday, May 27.

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bration fed all the pickers for free. Very hospitable.

Then around four in the afternoon Ron and I, with Bob McCoy, headed for Sarcoxie and the Relay for Life and Ron and Bob got to hear the Crawfords finally. Then all of us went to the Hungry Cafe for supper and a good talk.

At six we had to head for Red Oak 2 to pick there. I think everyone was tired there but still had a good time. Philip Srimp and Terry Johnson played at Cave Springs and then went on to Red Oak 2. It was a long day for all of us but a lot of fun. A special thanks to Kenneth Banta for not letting Ron fall out of his seat while we were playing and he was sleeping. I told you we were tired.

Lanette Kleeman and the boys were in a wreck the other day, but God was with her and she just got a little banged up after the head on crash. The boys weren’t hurt either.

A couple of thoughts sent to me are as follows: Birthdays are good for you, the more you have the longer you live. How long a minute is depends on which side of the bathroom door you are on.

For my cousin Evelyn and sister Clea - a truly happy person is someone who can admire the scenery when on a detour. (Just think of all the fun we have when we are lost on a road trip, girls). Working for God doesn’t pay much, but the retirement plan is out of this world. In addition, think about this one.

Why are we cutting benefits to veterans, but adding benefits to the illegals?

The definition of the word conundrum is: something that is puzzling or confusing. Here are six conundrums of socialism in the U.S.A.: 1. America is capitalist and greedy, yet half the population is subsidized.

2. Half the population is subsidized, yet they think they are victims. 3. They think they are victims, but their representatives run the government. 4.

Their representatives run the government, but the poor get poorer. 5. The poor are getting poorer, but they buy things that other countries just dream about. 6. They have things that other countries only think about, but want us to be more like other countries. That in a nut shell is America in the 21st century.

Busy week with all the graduations and now the teachers are ready for vacations too. Kamala, for one, is counting down the days and I think Clea

is too. Clea said she was missing training time on her runs, so watch out for her on the back roads running.

Maxine's Musings

By MAXINE MORIN Sunday, workers from the First Christian Church helped out persons not up to the job. A friendly group came to our (E. Morin) house and they were workers. They filled in around our tree with soil, as the roots were showing above ground, cleaned the maple seeds out of the gutter, raked leaves and trimmed bushes. We appreciate the church workers so much. There were other groups working throughout the community.

Tom and Lloy Reed, Clive and Beverly Squibb, Keith Selvey and Merdith Chapman attended the VFW District 7 meeting, which was held in Monett.

A dinner was enjoyed at 12:30 p.m., followed by introductions. They reported a nice time.

The VFW Ladies Auxiliary 3691 served coffee, biscuits and sausage early morning last week, then hot dogs and cookies at noon at Penner's farm auction. The Ladies Auxiliary president is Beverly Squibb.

Cindi McIntire, Carol Branum and Maxine Morin conducted the Rebekah Lodge funeral ceremony at visitation for Rebekah sister, Mary Lou Snead, of Nevada.

The Snowbirds met at Tractors on May 8. The group visited over breakfast, recalling good times they had last winter in the southern sunshine. Present were Juanita Schmitt, Bill and Lee Camp, Larry and Carolyn Isaacs, Merdith and Sharon Chapman and Imogene Williams and her guest. The Snowbirds will meet during the summer.

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The Fiber Art Guild met Thursday, May 15, at Denny's. President Patsy Yount presided at the meeting. Kathy Stauffer called roll, with members telling something about Spring. Betty Gideon introduced guest Stormy Cuba, who explained how she painted pictures using only spray paint. It sounded a little “off base”, but each one was lovely.

Wished I had the talent.

Stormy was accompanied

by Martha Kincaid. Several Show and Tell items were displayed. The next meeting will be Thursday, June 19, 9 a.m.

Talk about “dumb things”, Eddie says that I would take the blue ribbon. I attended the Rebekah Mother and Daughter banquet and ordered coffee and water. While waiting for our meal, the server brought lemon juice in those little plastic packets. I had no tea, but knowing that lemon water was good for a person, I picked up a packet, finally got it opened and squeezed out every drop.

As I laid the empty packet in a dish and discovered what had happened, I said big and loud, “Oh my gosh! I put that in my coffee!” Everyone at the table

had a big laugh. It was then that I thought Eddie might be right. By the way, the server brought me fresh coffee.

Monday, May 26, the VFW and American Legion will hold their annual memorial ceremony at the cannon on the courthouse lawn. This is open to the public. Bring a lawn chair and come out to remember our veterans that gave the supreme sacrifice.

Tell a veteran “thank you” for their service to our country. Until next time...

“I hail as a benefactor every writer or speaker, every man who, on the platform, or in book, magazine or newspaper, with merciless severity makes an attack, provided always that he in his turn remembers that the attack is of use only if it is absolutely truthful”

Citizens met Tuesday af- aldson building for the ternoon at the Donaldson meeting. building. The hostess was The afternoon was spent Joy Beeman, who brought playing dominoes. cake that all enjoyed before the meeting.

In the absence of the president and vice president, Secretary Darlene Sheridan conducted the meeting. Cynthia Lucas gave the devotion using scripture John 3:16-20 and shared an article from Barbara Johnson’s book.

Members answered roll call by telling about their graduations. The minutes and treasure's report were read and approved.

The next meeting will be a dinner meeting and the group will go out to Rock Pile for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and then to the DonPeriodical Postage Paid at Lamar, Missouri 64759 SUBSCRIPTION RATES (includes tax) Barton County Residents: 1 Year (Includes Online)..................................................$40.00 Barton County Residents with Senior Discount: 1 Year (Includes Online)...........$36.00

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FRIENDS & FAMILY

Tae Kwon Do skills taught to Girl Bunton-Runion Scout Troop No. 61011 engagement Girl Scout Troop No. 61011 were taught impressive skill demonstrations at the Lamar Tae Kwon Do Center on April 23. The girls were working on their “Practice with a Purpose” badge, with the goal being to pick an activity and practice it until they could do it well. They chose “SelfDefense” for their activity, because of events over the last few years.

Mrs. Rhoades read some safety information and statistics about missing children. David Gordon and Penny Rhoades instructed the girls on staying safe from predators and a few techniques that could help them get away from someone that tries to grab them. After each demonstration, the girls got to practice what they had learned.

This activity concluded

the “Girl Scout Fitness Club” the troop was hosting to earn their Girl Scout Bronze Award.

The Bronze Award is a leadership adventure and the highest honor a Girl Scout Junior can achieve.

As these girls planned and completed their project, they’ve developed more confidence in sports and exercise activities, met new friends and have had a lot of fun making a difference in their community.

Girl Scout Troop No. 61011 would like to thank their guests that attended the Fitness Club: Maddi Compton, Maddie Stevens, Sydney Moore, Hannah Brisbin, Sierra White, Payton Littlejohn, Josie Miller, Adi Daniels, Emma Potter, Macy Bean, Sarinity Begley, Destiny Horton and Kailie Collins.

Pictured are, front row, left to right, Hannah Brisbin, Meghan Watson, Maddie Stevens and Lexi Phipps; second row, Sydney Moore, Kara Morey, Haily Born and Jillian Gardner; third row, Kaitlyn Davis, Laney Bayless, Elisea Daniels, Sierra White and Megan Miller and back row, David Gordon and Penny Rhoades, instructors.

Not pictured are Maddi Compton and Kailie Collins.

Weinstein receives Medal of Honor posthumously The Obama Administration announced the names of 24 Medal of Honor recipients on Friday, Feb. 21. Those being recognized had been previously overlooked.

Sergeant Jack Weinstein, who was born in Lamar, received the medal for his courageous action while leading 1st Platoon, Company G, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division of Kumsong, Korea on October 19, 1951.

According to the Army's Medal of Honor website, when Weinstein's pla-

toon was under attack in Korea, he volunteered to stay back and provide cover while the others withdrew from their posi-

tions. Weinstein killed six enemy combatants, and after running out of ammunition, used enemy grenades around him to keep the enemy forces at bay.

Weinstein was drafted in the U.S. Army in 1950 and after 1 ½ years in Korea, he returned home, got married and settled in St. Francis, Kansas. Weinstein passed April 20, 2006.

Weinstein's widow, Nancy (Rakestraw) Weinstein, accepted the medal on her husband's behalf, from President Obama at a ceremony held March 18, in Washington, D.C.

Various other family members accompanied Mrs. Weinstein on the trip.

According to Mrs. Weinstein, her husband was recognized for his bravery because he simply “Did it for his guys under him”.

She added that he would be very honored, but that he would also have been upset that he did not get the medal originally because of his name. He was not even Jewish, but the last name of Weinstein prevented him from receiving the medal earlier.

Mrs. Weinstein went on to say, “They are righting it now”.

ed that they are in the process of looking at EXCEL for next year. The Barton County Search and Rescue representatives stated that there is always a need for volunteers. Hager said that there would be a TATS fundraising BBQ in front of the Barton County Chamber of Commerce office on Monday, June 9.

Betty Kuhn, representing the Plaza, stated that they are in the process of working with various businesses and individuals in order to obtain a pass for every child at AOK, so that they may be able to view the summer

movies. Kuhn stressed that this affects the very essence of the Plaza and is extremely important, as it was promised to the community in 1993 that every child would have to ability to attend a summer vacation movie.

Davis reported to the group that they had just finished up with “From the Farm to You” and that the 4-H youth were now preparing for the upcoming show season, as well as various camps.

The meeting adjourned to meet again at 12 noon on Wednesday, June 11, at the Wolf Center.

Mike and Cathy Bunton, Lamar, announce the engagement of their daughter, Emily Ann to Christopher Adam Runion, Lamar.

Christopher is the son of Tom and Kristy Runion, Lamar. Grandmother of the bride is Ruth Bunton, Lamar. Grandmothers of the groom are Patty Kremp, Lamar and Betty Runion, Independence. Emily is a graduate of Lamar High School and Missouri State University with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. She is currently employed by the Joplin School District as a first grade teacher. Christopher is a graduate of Golden City High School and Missouri Southern State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Accounting. He is currently employed by Williams and Associates, CPAs as a CPA. A June 14 wedding is planned at First Christian Church in Lamar. The couple will reside in Barton County.

Lusk, Schebaum to wed in July

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Johnny and Nahwana Maslen, Ron Lusk of El Dorado Springs and James and Stephanie Schebaum, Springfield, would like to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their children, Rachel Lusk and Blake Schebaum. Grandparents of the bride are Gale E. Gardner, Sheldon and Roland and Rosemary Lusk, El Dorado Springs.

The couple currently resides in Springfield.

The wedding is set for July 5, at 5 p.m., at the Veridian Events building in downtown Springfield.

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MEMORIAL DAY

By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat I discovered something the other day that I'm not sure I like. I'm getting older! Now mind you, it's not the fact that I'm halfway between 55-60; that has nothing to do with it at all. As far as I'm concerned age has always been relative and has never played a major factor in my life. Other than the few minor setbacks along the way I have been extremely fortunate and blessed to have relatively good health. I've always lived by the age old adage that I may be growing older, but I refuse to grow up! In fact, that is what grandkids are good for. Unlike our children, who sometimes seem to age us, our grandkids keep us young.

One of my favorite movies is Hook, or the story of Peter Pan. That is one movie that I can watch over and over again, no matter how many times I've seen it and never tire of the significance of the story; that although one may physically age, it doesn't mean that they have to grow up. And although responsibility comes with aging, it doesn't mean that one has to stop having fun just because they have responsibility. In the words of George Bernard Shaw, “You don't stop laughing when you grow up, you grow old when you stop laughing”.

I am the baby of four, with two of my sisters already in their 60's and that doesn't bother me, nor does the fact that my brother Martin will be 60 on his birthday in December. In fact, if anything that makes me feel younger cuz I'll be the only one left in my 50's!

Being the baby does have its advantages. Anyone that has grandchildren can attest that they keep you on your toes and although keeping up with them might make one feel older at times, their youthful exuberance is often catching and one

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METZGER’S MUTTERINGS weekend. One of them turned 90 and the other 100. Wow! I couldn't even imagine living that long. Nell Finley, a dear family friend, celebrated her 90th, complete with kitty cat ears and a proclamation from State Representative Mike Kelley.

Nell is a unique individual and I know she had a great birthday. She is a lucky lady indeed!

Now, if I could only age like that and have as much fun as she does, I wouldn't ever have to grow up! Hmmmm...Red Hats here I come!

can't help but feel younger when they are around.

At least that seems to be my case. I can think of nothing I would rather do than spend time with them because they make me feel like I am invincible and who doesn't want to have that feeling?

Mom felt that way about her grandchildren and great-grandson too. She always said they made her feel young and I now know what she meant. I can remember her sitting on the patio playing Jacks with Jud when he was probably three or four years old. Mind you she was no “spring chicken” at the time, as she was 31 when I was born and I was 27 when Jud was born. You do the math. That is older than I am now and I can't Jack Weinstein even begin to imagine how she physically kept October 18, 1928up with him. She 2006 was even the one that taught him to shoot baskets, instilling in him a lifelong love of the game of basketball.

As I ramble on about getting older and my reForever missed, luctance to do never forgotten. so, I must admit that what has me feeling this way is the fact that my one and only baby boy will be turning 30 in less than a month.

How in the world did that happen?

I can't possibly be the mother of a 30 year old; I'm way too young for that!

Speaking of young... I had the privilege of being invited Jordan Quinn Ferris to two birthday parties this past October 13, 2012

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as many as 280,000 displaced persons and 120,000 displaced animals.

Barton County will participate in a Capstone exercise on communications after an earthquake, June 16, 9 a.m. to noon, and another on finding shelter for displaced persons and coping with a hospital surge on June 18, also 9 a.m. to noon.

Ryan told the committee that seismic specialists are beginning to shift their attention to the state of Oklahoma, particularly central Oklahoma around Oklahoma City, as the most likely area to experience a major earthquake in the months and years ahead.

In recent months, the state has experienced hundreds of minor quakes. Disruption of land surface and an influx of water are also part of some seismologists’ theories.

The committee was told that the National Weather Service is refining and expanding its descriptions of weather conditions, watches, and warnings to better inform the public of what to expect in future forecasts.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved the hazard mitigation plan adopted by the county. It bears a similarity to the county’s previous mitigation plan, but some parts have been upgraded. A spokesman for the Harry S. Truman Coordinating Council said two-thirds of all county agencies have also adopted the plan. Among the agencies that have not include Lamar Heights, Liberal, Milford, and the Lamar School District. Agencies must approve the plan before they become eligible for FEMA assistance.

The annual conference of the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) will move back to Branson next year. The conference will be held at Chateau on the Lake, March 31-April 3, 2015.

The next meeting of the LEPC will be at noon, July 10, in the training room of the Barton County Ambulance Department.

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Lamar students receive awards during assembly The Awards Day Assembly was held at Lamar High School on Thursday, May 8. Local scholarship winners, as well as the scholarship and monetary value, are listed below: Lewis Hininger Memorial, Kailey Lawrence, $500; Phi Kappa Rho Scholarship, Anna Andrews, $500 and Billy O'Brien, $500; Elgin Dermott – Rotary Scholarship, Ethan Taffner, $500; Lamar Rotary Club Scholarship, Jack Gilkey, $500, Abigail Morgan, $500 and Kenna Roland, $500; Community Blood Center of the Ozarks, Kylie Riegel, $500; Gallon Grad, Dalton Cooper and Kimberly Williams.

Bob Johnson Scholarship, April Crockett, $300 and Lexa Curtis, $300; Lamar Community Theatre Scholarship, Alie Medlin, $500; Thorco Scholarship, Dalton Cooper, $2500 and Ethan Taffner, $1000; FCS Financial, Emmie Robertson, $1000; Alonzo and Lucy Hawkins Scholarship, Jared Beshore, Landon Compton, Lexa Curtis, Chandler Drollinger, Taylor Jackson, Jessie Laxson, Trent Morgan, Cade Payne, Kylie Riegel, Tinsley Rutledge and Mariah Thompson, $750 each.

Esther Embery Continuing Education Scholarship, Victoria Carter, $600; Lamar Independent Foundation for Education (LIFE) Scholarship, Taylor Jackson, $1000 and Anna Andrews, $1000; Margaret Dresslaer Memorial Scholarship, April Crockett, $1000; Dr. Edmond Guldner Memorial Scholarship, Addie Maberry, $1000 and Mickenzy McCarter, $1000; Addie Duncan Memorial Scholarship, Lexa Curtis, $1000 and Alie Medlin, $1000; Dr. and Mrs. Alvin Cain Scholarship, Ben Brisbin, $1000 and Chynna Moore, $1000; Richard F. and Ione Chancellor Music and Fine Arts, Alie Medlin, $1000; Robert and Margaret Wirts Memorial Scholarship, Mark Bartlett, $1000; Louis and Loretta Wolf Memorial Scholarship, Chloe Strong, $1000; Edwin Stilabower, Jr. Memorial Scholarship, Mickenzy

McCarter, $500; Esther Embery Scholarship, Mariah Thompson, $1000.

Finley Scholars Scholarship, Anna Andrews, Jared Beshore, Ben Brisbin, Chris Cheshire, Landon Compton, April Crockett, Lexa Curtis, Katlin Dunsing, Isaac Gariss, Jack Gilkey, Carrie Keithly, Ethan Lawrence, Mickenzy McCarter, Chynna Moore, Abigail Morgan, Trent Morgan, Lauren Nichols, Levi Petersen, Jacob Rice, Emmie Robertson, Kenna Roland, Tinsley Rutledge, Mariah Thompson, JT Tucker and Brandy Wrestler, $1000 each, all renewable.

Beta Gamma Ethan K. Hull Scholarship, Lexa Curtis, $400, Kylie Riegel, $400 and Tinsley Rutledge, $400; August Niehaus Scholarship, Ethan Lawrence, $210; MFA Scholarship, Kaylee Forst, $2000; Lamar Bank & Trust Scholarship, Ethan Lawrence, Hannah Moyer, Lauren Nichols, Emmie Robertson, Kassidy Turner and Brandy Wrestler, $500 each; Metro Scholarship, Jared Beshore, Jack Gilkey, Abigail Morgan, Mariah Thompson and Brandy Wrestler, $750 each; Leon Owen Memorial Scholarship, Emmie Robertson, $200; NWTF Scholarship, Mark Bartlett, $250 and Jimmy Keutzer $250; Metropolitan National Bank Scholarship, Ethan Taffner, $500; OPS Scholarship, Katlin Dunsing, $1000; Lamar Elks Lodge Scholarship, Lexa Curtis, $500; Shelter Insurance, Tinsley Rutledge, $2000; Jason Lucas Memorial Scholarship, Isaac Gariss, $200.

VFW Ladies Auxiliary No. 3691 Scholarship, Mariah Thompson, $200; Barton County Democratic Party Scholarship, Brandy Wrestler, $50; Ziden Nutt Encouragement Award, Abbey Carroll, $500; Lamar Schools see AWARDS, page 6A

Kyndyl Tuck, daughter of Mike and Susan Tuck, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Kyndyl likes to help her dad outside.

She likes to play with her dog, K.D. and also likes to play soccer and basketball.

Abby Kluhsman, daughter of Ray and Kelli Kluhsman, is the seventh grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week.

Abby does four different sports and hardly has any spare time.

She enjoys hanging out with her friends.

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Bailey Ray, daughter of Ron and Jennifer Ray, is the eighth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Bailey has three dogs that she loves to play with. She loves math and science. She also likes to play basketball at church with her pastor.

Jasper Elementary Eagles of the Month

Congratulations to the Jasper Elementary School Eagles of the month for April. These Eagles were chosen because they consistently display the character traits of respect, responsibility and safety. Pictured are, front row, left to right, Taylor Nally, Kelton AuBrey, Shyanne Worthley, Trenton Fast, Emersyn Bass, Rylie Hildebrand and Sammy Jo Pingsterhaus; back row, left to right, Mercadez Scott, Wyatt Cawyer, Gracie Buchanan, Tristan Potts, Erin Atnip, Courtney Spear and Nicole Earl. Not pictured are Gina Schultz, Carter Smith, Chris Xiong and Ellie Lucas.

West Elementary finishes MAP testing with celebration Lamar West Elementary recently finished MAP testing and had a celebration. This year's building theme was "Under Construction: Building the Language of Learning". The MAP Committee, headed by Mendy Kinney, built fun, as well as educational activities around the theme. The Branco workers are pictured giving a building tour, while incorporating a safety presentation.

They displayed and discussed some of the machinery and big equipment the West Elementary students have seen being used to construct the new part of the middle school. Also, Barton County Ambulance staff presented a program about their job if an accident happens and students viewed emergency equipment. They expressed to the children to be safe, but even when you are trying to be safe, sometimes accidents will happen.

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SCHOOL/SPORTS Presenting the Lockwood High School Class of 2014

Lockwood High School graduation took place at 2 p.m., on May 11. The graduating class of 2014 are top row, left to right, Shane Brooks, Brent Chambers, Robert Oeltjen, Tanner Patton, Dakota Comer, Isaac Spain, Cameron Berona and Keygan Bruner; middle row, Andy Brabo, Darian Sparkman, Hanna Rhodd, Kattiee Kuhn, Destiney Patterson, Micala Gillen, Mercedee Sangster, Dacia Ingels and Ethan Manke; bottom row, Katelyn Backs, Melandra Willis, Madison Coose, Maggie Schmiegelow, Kelsey Bartlett, Madison Allen, Teresa French and Shea Fyfe.

Morrow receives both diploma and degree

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FAYETTE-Honors and awards have been presented by the Central Methodist University Division of Health Professions at the close of the 2013-14 academic year.

Five nursing students and three athletic training students received special awards, according to Me-

gan Hess, chair of the health professions division.

Katlyn Douglas from Sheldon received the Glenn McElroy M.D. Athletic Training Student Academic Excellence Award during a special event held Friday, May 9.

Association Scholarship, Tinsley Rutledge, $250 and Emmie Robertson, $250; Future Teachers of America Scholarship, Tinsley Rutledge, $250; Gladys Niehaus Scholarship, Trent Morgan, $620; Leon Couch Scholarship, Abigail Morgan, $500 and Tinsley Rutledge, $500.

Hi-Step Scholarship, Landon Compton, $100 and Kenna Roland $100; McDonalds of Lamar, Carrie Keithly, Hannah Moyer, Cade Payne and Kassidy Turner, $500 each; Mildred Thiebaud Sutherland Scholarship, Kevin Clements, $1000 and Addie Maberry $1000; Dorothy Andrews Gastel Scholarship, Emmie Robertson, $500; Barton County Chamber of Commerce, Lexa Curtis, $200; Lamar Alumni Scholarship in Memory of Willis Shoff, Mark Bartlett, $500 and JT Tucker $500; Gary Embry Memorial Scholarship, Jared Beshore, $500; Joplin Globe's 2014 All-Area Academic Excellence Team, Jack Gilkey and Tiger Award for Academics, Jack Gilkey, $500.

2014 College and University Scholarships were awarded to Chris Cheshire, AMDA Scholarship, $3000; Baker University, JT Tucker, Academic Merit Scholarship, $9000 renewable, Football Participation Award, $7000 renewable, Liston Award, $1500 renewable, Scholarship Competition Award, $500 and Out-ofState Grant, $1000; Drury University, Cody Rawlings, Dean's Scholarship, $1000, Endowed Scholarship, $800; Music Scholarship, $2500 and Residen-

LAWRENCE, KansasThe names of nearly 4,450 candidates for degrees from the University of Kansas this spring have been announced by the university registrar. These

students represented 88 Kansas counties, 45 other states and 41 other countries.

KU's 142nd Commencement was held Sunday, May 18.

Area students graduating were Rebecca Carpenter, Jasper, receiving her Doctor of Pharmacy and Kalli Dodson, Lamar, receiving her Bachelor of Music Education.

On Monday, May 12, the postseason continued for the Lamar Tiger Golf Team. At the Sectional Tournament, hosted by Eagle Creek Golf Course, results were similar to Districts the week before, but the way those results occurred was radically different. At Districts, the weather was great and the whole tournament ran smoothly. At Sectionals, the weather postponed play and made a mess of the tournament structure.

Ideally, to keep things fair for all players, the best way to start players would all be on hole number one and play the course as designed. During the regular season this makes for a long day, so they normally “shot gun” start the players. That means that each player starts on a different hole at the same time. But that can be unfair to some

players that may start on more difficult holes.

Therefore that situation is avoided, if possible, in the postseason.

With weather coming in for Sectionals this year two decisions were made that greatly affected the scores. First, the start time of the tournament was moved up by an hour.

Getting teenage boys up and alert isn’t easy. Second, all players were “shot gun” started. Lamar’s starting holes were not the best, but they were the same for the other teams in contention.

In the end, almost every team had scores worse than their normal, including the Tigers. Fortunately, Logan McArthur was unaffected by the early start and posted the best nine hole score of the tournament. The rules allow a tournament with weather

issues to declare a winner based on nine holes if every player has played the same nine holes. Most players had completed 13 or 14 holes when the lightning moved in, but after trying to wait it out for a couple of hours it was determined that they would be unable to complete the round. Logan’s first place finish and the team's second place team score from the front nine stood, with all advancing to State next week at Silo Ridge in Bolivar.

Lamar Scores: Logan McArthur 38 (first individual), Caleb Fischer 45 (13th), Landon Maberry 46, Nathan McArthur 50, Dylan Maberry 52.

Team Scores: Springfield Catholic 169, Lamar 179, Mt. Vernon 186, Mt. Grove 197, Ava 201, Houston 206, Willow Springs 219.

Lamar Democrat/Rhiannon Morrow For the second consecutive year a Liberal High School graduate not only received a diploma, but also an Associate's Degree from Crowder College through an arrangement between LHS and the college that allows the student to take dual credit courses. Braidi Morrow received both her diploma and her degree during commencement exercises Sunday. She will enter college at Missouri State next fall as a junior.

Douglas awarded

Locals graduate from University of Kansas

Lamar Golf Team advances to State

tial Scholarship, $2000; Fort Scott Community College, Jimmy Keutzer, Football Scholarship, full tuition and books; Hutchinson Community College, Hannah Moyer, Dragon Activity Scholarship, $1200 and Marguerite Sours Foundation Book Scholarship, $800.

John Brown University, Kenna Roland, Trustee's Academic Award, $10,000 renewable, JBU Scholarship Fund, $2000 renewable and John E. Brown Founder's Award, $1000 renewable; Missouri Southern State University, Tinsley Rutledge, Presidential Scholarship, $1750 renewable and Theatre Scholarship, $2080; Missouri State University, Jared Beshore, Leadership Scholarship, $1000 renewable, Provost Scholarship, $2500 renewable, Football Scholarship, $9910 renewable; Lexa Curtis, A+ Recognition Scholarship, $500; Lauren Nichols, Leadership Scholarship, $1000 renewable and Provost Scholarship, $2500 renewable; Raquel Reno, Missouri State Promise Scholarship, $1000.

Missouri University of Science and Technology, Landon Compton, Trustees Scholarship, $3500, Bright Flight Scholarship, $2500 renewable and Miner Alumni Scholarship, $2000; Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College, April Crockett, Dobson Presidential Scholarship, full tuition; Pittsburg State University, Ben Brisbin, Academic Achievement Award, $700 renewable, Chandler Drollinger, Alumni Legacy License Plate Scholarship, $250 and Academic Achievement Award, $500 renewable, Ethan Lawrence, Alumni Legacy License Plate Scholarship, $250 and Academic Achievement Award, $900 renewable, Trent Morgan, Academic Achievement Award $650 renewable and Wayne and Dorothea B. Vonier Scholarship $650, Levi Petersen, Academic Achievement Award, $700 renewable and Football Scholarship, $5000, Emmie Robertson, Academic Achievement Award, $900 renewable and Softball Scholarship, full tuition, Chloe Strong,

Academic Achievement Award, $900 renewable and Brandy Wrestler, Academic Achievement Award $1200 renewable and Valedictorian Award $1000.

Southern Illinois University, Ben Bailey, Football Scholarship, full tuition/room and board; Truman State University, Cade Payne, Track Scholarship, $2000 and President's Honorary Scholarship, $800; University of Central Missouri, Alie Medlin, Red & Black Scholarship, $500 renewable and Abigail Morgan, Red & Black Scholarship, $4000 renewable and World War II Memorial Scholarship; University of Missouri-Columbia, Sam Bailey, Football Scholarship, $19,786.64 renewable; Jack Gilkey, Bright Flight Scholarship, $2500 renewable, Engr Excellence Scholarship, $3000, Transfer Scholarship, $5000, Mizzou Scholars Award, $10,000 and Huggins Barton County Scholarship, $5000; Mariah Thompson, Huggins Barton County Scholarship, $2500.

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Liberal seeks to preserve historic depot, money is an issue LIBERAL-Sitting close to Liberal’s municipal building, Kneeland Center, is a deteriorating frame structure that used to be the Frisco Railroad’s passenger and freight depot. It’s only a long stone’s throw from its original site where it was a busy center of passenger traffic, local freight, and Railway Express shipments. Today, it awaits restoration to its appearance of yesteryear. The barrier to that restoration is money to pay for materials.

Discussion of that problem was the dominant item on the agenda of the Liberal Board of Aldermen’s monthly meeting, May 13, and it attracted a crowd of approximately 25 concerned citizens.

The group supporting restoration of the depot is Liberal Depot Museum, Inc., chaired by Val Clark. He addressed the aldermen and explained the long range plans for the structure. It is to be restored to its original appearance, inside and out, and will become a museum of Liberal’s unique past, railroads in particular. It is to be open to the public without charge.

The first step is to replace the roof, and the shingles for that task have already been pur-

chased at a discounted price with donated funds. May 24 has been set as a work day to start the project. Clark said now is the time to accomplish that while the weather is fairly cool.

The paint is to be the original color of the depot and is to be applied to the surface without disturbing the old paint beneath. Painting will be by volunteers, but the paint will have to be purchased as will new doors and windows. Clark said that fundraising activities will have to be organized to raise sufficient funds to make the restoration a reality. He did not ask the city directly for money, only for electricity to power the tools needed for putting on the shingles and for use of a city building rent free for fundraisers. Alderman Kyle Wiles made clear his opposition to the use of city money on the project when he said, “I won’t support the use of city money any further for the depot. It could become a bottomless pit of spending.”

The matter of liability insurance for the building was discussed, and there seemed a general consensus that the city’s liability policy would automatically cover it since it is city property. There was a suggestion that such coverage should be confirmed by contacting at-

LAMAR-Finley Engineering, a leader in professional engineering services for the telecom, broadband and energy industries, has released the results of its 2014 Client Satisfaction Survey which revealed satisfaction ratings continue to climb, reaching an overall satis-

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torney George Nichols, who has been retained by the city for legal advice.

The board of directors of Liberal Depot Museum scheduled a meeting for May 15, and

Mayor pro tem Gary Whitson was to attend the meeting for further discussions. Whitson expressed optimism about the project when he said, “I feel this can be done.”

After the meeting of the board of aldermen, Clark told the Democrat that he felt the restoration would be successful, and the project is now taking the baby steps toward that success.

The depot is said to be 133 years old. It was the starting point for young men departing for two World Wars, some of whom never returned. It was the site of large crowds that gathered in the early 20th century when favorite son Bob Harmon returned home after successful seasons pitching for the St. Louis Cardinals and Pittsburgh Pirates. It was a stopping point for Theodore Roosevelt when he was campaigning for president in 1912. In later years, it was one of the regular stops of the “Sunny Land” passenger train. However, the Frisco’s premier passenger liner, the “Frisco Flyer” blew on by, stopping only at major cities.

When the Frisco Lines were bought by Burlington Northern Santa Fe in the late 1970s, the Frisco donated the structure to the city of Liberal, provided the city would preserve and maintain it. It was moved to the North City Park along with a much newer BNSF caboose.

Vandalism took its toll, and the depot was moved to its current location in exchange for the mover acquiring the caboose.

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Finley Engineering believes that client satisfaction is one of the key factors for the success of the company, as the information obtained from measuring client satisfaction can help identify opportunities for improvement of the firm’s strategies, services, processes and characteristics that are valued by clients.

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LAMAR-Finley Engineering, a leader in professional engineering services for the telecom, broadband and energy industries, continues to build their professional engineering staff with the addition of John Ham, P.E. Ham brings over 15 years of experience to the Finley Energy Division and will be based out of the Kansas City location.

“John is an excellent addition to the Finley Energy team,” said Vice President Phil Carroll.

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GOLDEN CITY-The board of aldermen of Golden City voted to implement new water and sewer rates at its meeting of May 5. After lengthy discussion, the board decided on setting new base rates at 1,000 gallons. The water base rate will be $10.50 with increment increases of $3.50 for each addi-

tional 1,000 gallons. The sewer base rate charge will be $28 with increases of $3.75 for each additional 1,000 gallons. This results in a slight lowering of water rates and a slight increase in sewer rates.

Fire Chief Randy McGuire reported that his department recently hosted a wildland safety

Photo courtesy William Bunch Liberal’s Frisco depot in its later years of operation, as seen in 1958.

Lamar Democrat/Richard Cooper The deteriorating building today, awaiting restoration.

Finley Engineering client satisfaction results climb Finley Engineering promotes Mrla LAMAR-Finley Engineering, a leader in professional engineering services for the telecom, broadband and energy industries, announced the promotion of Mark Mrla, P.E. to Manager – Drive, the company’s group focused on Tier 1 and 2 carriers as well as national accounts.

“As our business is realizing growth with Tier 1 and 2 carriers, we are structuring ourselves to better serve that market while continuing to deliver exceptional results to our existing clients,” said Finley CEO Michael Boehne. “Mark has repeatedly proven his ability to be a leader in our company and we are pleased he has accepted this new opportunity.”

Prior to accepting his promotion, Mrla was an engineering manager for Finley responsible for designing, budgeting, scheduling and implementing power, telecommunications and technology projects.

In addition, Mrla coordinated teams and processes for client loan and grant applications for various government programs.

Before joining Finley, Mark served in various management and technical positions at MidAmerican Energy Company, Gateway, Inc. and owned and operated a private technol-

ogy consulting company.

Mrla holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Iowa and has served in numerous leadership positions on various community and professional boards of directors and committees. Mark is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and is a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in several states.

For over 60 years Finley Engineering has been a leader in the design, engineering and construction of broadband, communications and electrical power systems. Finley has over 300 employees located in 10 offices throughout the U.S. and is a multi-disciplined organization offering professional engineering, project management, surveying, mapping, environmental and right-of-way services to the telecommunications, broadband, cable television, fiber optics, electric power transmission and distribution, gas pipeline and related industries.

For more information about Finley or any of its services please visit fecinc.com or contact Barbara Ostrander at b.ostrander@fecinc.com.

Finley Engineering expands engineering staff

Prior to joining Finley, Ham worked as a project manager, engineering manager and project engineer for Black and Veatch.

For over 60 years Finley Engineering has been a leader in the design, engineering and construction of broadband, communications and electrical power systems. Finley has over 300 employees located in 10 offices throughout the U.S. and is a multi-disciplined organization offering professional engineering, project management, surveying, mapping, environmental and right-ofway services to the telecommunications, broadband, cable television, fiber optics, electric power transmission and distribution, gas pipeline and related industries.

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Water and sewer rates to change in Watch weather for Fusarium Golden City in flowering wheat LAMAR-Jill Scheidt, agronomy specialist with University of Missouri Extension, checked fields south and east near 126 Hwy and M Hwy south of Mindenmines on May 14.

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Cornwells to hold worship service at Hopewell Cumberland Blaine and Boyd Cornwell, also known as the “Master's Encouragers”, will be holding morning worship service at Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church on Sunday, May 25, 10:45 a.m.

The Master's Encouragers are unique in many aspects. They are twin brothers born in Athens, Ohio.

Perhaps this is not as rare as it seems, but the Cornwell twins work as one in a very effective way. Their goal is to

combine their talents with those in the local congregation for the purpose of encouraging Christ in revivals, schools and many congregations.

Soon after becoming Christians, Blaine and Boyd arrived on the campus of Ozark Christian College in Joplin, to prepare themselves for this specialized Christian service. Even though both possessed a degree from Ohio University and had taught in the public school system, they counted serving the Lord of greater value. Upon their graduation from Ozark Christian College in 1978, they already had experience

Barton County CDC participates in international economic presentation The Canadian consulate in Chicago, Illinois was the site of presentations by several economic development directors from Missouri, May 1 and 2.

Among them was John Adams, economic development director of the Barton County Community Development Corporation (CDC). The countries with representatives present included Korea, Japan, Israel, Germany, and Canada. Missouri presenters included eco-

nomic development directors from the Moberly Area, Kirksville, Ameren of Missouri, and Barton County.

Adams said there was great interest shown in Missouri as import/export partners, particularly in the areas of agriculture, manufacturing, and innovative methods of production.

Literature circulated at the meeting showed Missouri’s two-way trade with Canada in agricul-

Rates, continued from page 1B east park will be removed.

The committee feels it is dangerous for children to play on. Also, the Grand Teton ride in the west park is badly in need of repair and will be removed. The board approved repairs to the baseball field. The fence behind the backstop and down the first and third baselines will be supplemented with 2 x 12 boards along the bottom.

The board unanimously approved the installation of new carpeting in city hall. It will be purchased from Selvey Floor Covering for $2,284 and is included in the current city budget. Another purchase receiving unanimous approval was a mobile radio for the public works department at a cost of $319, plus $49 for the microphone.

Since May 5 was the first meeting following the April election, the board was required to be reorganized. Oaths of office were administered to Henry Lopez as mayor, Nini Hayden as Ward 1 alderman, Sara Beerly as Ward 2 alderman, and Mark Palmer as Ward 3 alderman.

The new board then reappointed Barbara Chappell as city clerk and selected Steven Vonier to

continue as mayor pro tem. The mayor pro tem presides over board of aldermen meetings in the absence of the mayor.

The next regular meeting of the Golden City Board of Aldermen will be at 6 p.m., June 2, in the city hall of Golden City, 701 Depot Avenue.

tural goods alone came to $667 million in 2012.

Of that, $425 million was in exports, giving Missouri a sizable trade surplus of $183 million. It also showed that approximately 162,000 jobs in

Missouri depend on trade with Canada.

With such a strong commercial bond between Canada and Missouri, Adams concluded that it was bound to have a positive effect on Barton County.

as coaches and teachers at Ozark. The twins also caddy on the pro golf tour.

The public is invited to attend. A freewill offering will be taken. Lunch will follow the service.

Take I-49 (71) to EE Hwy., then go east on EE approximately four miles to a gravel road going north off a curve on EE,

then go one mile north and ½ mile west. It will be across from the water tower.

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DEATHS & PAID MEMORIALS CHANTELLE THURMAN

PITTSBURG, Kan.Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, at the United Methodist Church in Arma for Chantelle Nichole Thurman, 23, Pittsburg, who died Monday, May 12, 2014. Burial was in Rosebank Cemetery in Mulberry.

Arrangements are under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home, Lamar, Mo. Memorial contributions may be made to the family, in care of the funeral home.

Condolences may be left at www.konantzwarden.com.

Survivors include a 17 month old son, Kristain Alan Eubanks; her mother, Crystal Harper and father Jerald “Billy” Harper; two brothers, Bryan Sawyer and wife Cassie and Tyler Dickie; her grandparents, Nadine and James Jones; a niece and nephew and several aunts and uncles.

She was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, Ruby and Cecil Dillinger and a grandmother, Jackie Sawyer.

Ms. Thurman was born Feb. 12, 1991, in Poplar Bluff, to Crystal Harper.

They moved to Pittsburg where Chantelle was reared, graduating from Frontenac High School in 2010.

Ms. Thurman was a kindhearted and loving person who was always willing to do anything for

anyone. She will be deep- She was preceded in ly missed. death by her great-grandparents, Ruby and Cecil Dillinger and a grandmother, Jackie Sawyer.

Ms. Thurman was born Feb. 12, 1991, in Poplar Bluff, to Crystal Harper.

They moved to Pittsburg where Chantelle was reared, graduating from Frontenac High School in 2010.

Ms. Thurman was a kindhearted and loving person who was always willing to do anything for CHANTELLE anyone. She will be deeply missed.

THURMAN PITTSBURG, Kan.Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, at the United Methodist Church in Arma for Chantelle Nichole Thurman, 23, Pittsburg, who died Monday, May 12, 2014. Glen Duderstadt officiated. Burial was in Rosebank Cemetery in Mulberry.

Arrangements are under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home, Lamar, Mo. Memorial contributions may be made to the family, in care of the funeral home.

Condolences may be left at www.konantzwarden.com.

Survivors include a 17 month old son, Kristain Alan Eubanks; her mother, Crystal Harper and father Jerald “Billy” Harper; two brothers, Bryan Sawyer and wife Cassie and Tyler Dickie; her grandparents, Nadine and James Jones; a niece and nephew and several aunts and uncles.

BIRTH

Briar Aaron Walters Keb and Amanda Walters, Lamar, announce the birth of a son, Briar Aaron, born at 6:05 a.m. on Tuesday, April 22, at Nevada Regional Medical Center. He weighed eight pounds and 12 ounces and was 21 ¼ inches long.

Briar was welcomed home

Madden Rayne McNaught Maslyn Ryan McNaught, along with her parents, Matt and Mirann, Webb City, is proud to announce the birth of her new baby brother, Madden Rayne.

He was born February 25, at St. John’s in Joplin and weighed in at five pounds and 11 ounces and was 19 inches long.

Maternal grandpar-

by big brother, Balum, 2.

Paternal grandparents are Max and Debbie Walters, Lamar. Paternal great-grandparents are Orville and Evelyn Onstott and the late Joe and Nadine Walters, Lamar.

Maternal grandparents are Alan and Sharon Crouse, Nevada.

Maternal great-grandparents are Norma Crouse and the late Calvin Crouse and the late Albert Hauf, Nevada and the late Irene Downs, Plainville, Indiana. ents are Ben and Sheila Potter, Lamar. Greatgrandparents are Elwyn Nixon, Jasper, and Pat Turner, LaRussell.

Paternal grandparents are John McNaught, Bartlesville, Okla. and Connie Engle, Pittsburg, Kan. Greatgrandparents are Eldora Schreckenghaust, Lamar and Bonnie Compton, Pittsburg, Kan.

TERRI J. ELSWICK FREDERICK, Maryland-Services were held at 2 p.m. Monday at Daniel Funeral Home in Lamar, Missouri for Terri J. Elswick, 63, Frederick, Maryland, who died at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, following a short illness. Dr. Mark Turnbough officiated.

Burial was in Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, in care of the funeral home.

Condolences may be left at www.danielfuneralhome.net.

Survivors include her husband of almost 45 years, Lonnie Elswick; two sons, Bric Elswick and wife Laurie and Nathan Elswick and wife Jennifer; a sister, Coleen Calton; three brothers, Jimmie Dale and Sue Combs, Johnnie Lee and Brenda Combs and Charlie and Theresa Combs; six grandchildren, Ashley Holloman, Katie Abbott, Wesley Elswick, Avery Elswick, Jeremy Elswick and Jo Leigh Elswick and two great-grandchildren, Tatum Abbott and Maddie Holloman.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmie and Dorothy Combs and her in-laws, Gene and Marion Elswick.

Mrs. Elswick was born Dec. 7, 1950, in Lamar, to Jimmie and Dorothy A. (Plain) Combs. She was a 1969 Lamar High School graduate. She was a homemaker, loved to garden, quilt, sew, collect antiques, art and travel.

She married Lonnie R. Elswick of Lamar on May 30, 1969.

HELEN EWALD CURTIS, Neb.-Services were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at St. John’s Lutheran Church for Helen Arleen Ewald, 91, Curtis, who died Sunday, May 18, 2014, at Great Plains Re-

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gional Medical Center in North Platte. Burial was in Curtis Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church or Frontier County Library, in care of the Blase-Wetzel Funeral Home.

Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Nelda Ewald, Daytona Beach, Fla.; four daughters, Karen Lehman and husband Jerry, Farnam, Ann Hagan and husband Pat, Smithfield, Jo Ellen Jurgens and husband Rod, Lamar, Mo. and Mary Peterson and husband Dennis, Bertrand; a son, Lynn Ewald and wife Patty, Curtis; a nephew, Michael Lehman, North Platte; a dear friend, Carol Kennon, Curtis; 19 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren. She was looking forward to welcoming another greatgranddaughter to the family in June.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim, in 1979; a son, Bill in 1997 and a sister, Marjorie Lehman in 2006.

Mrs. Ewald was born Aug. 15, 1922, in Frontier County, to Carl and Sigrid (Jepsen) Nelson. After graduating from UNSA in 1940 she earned a teaching certificate from Kearney Teachers College and taught in two rural county schools. On June 9, 1941, at Oberlin, Kan., she married Jim Ewald and they farmed and reared their six children in Lincoln County, north of Curtis. In addition to crops, irrigation and livestock, she raised and sold chickens and eggs and shared the abundance of large gardens with family and friends. She will be remembered by many for her work ethic, honesty, hospitality and generosity. The farm remained her home until she moved to Curtis in 2006. She then had more time to devote to reading and embroidering. She had been an active member of Ebenezer Lutheran Church and was a current member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Curtis.

FRANCES B. MCMANUS LAMAR-Services were held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Lamar Family Ministries Center for Frances Bell (Pinkerton) McManus, 83, Lamar, who died at 3:20 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2014. Burial was in Lake Cemetery.

Arrangements were under the direction of Daniel Funeral Home.

Condolences may be left at www.danielfuneralhome.net.

Survivors include two sons, Gary McManus and wife Suzanne, Coffeyville, Kan. and Larry McManus and wife Kathy, Independence, Kan.; five daughters, Teri Boswell, Lamar, Sheri Clark, Springfield, Traci McManus, Fort Worth, Texas, Jasmine Boston and husband Tim, Kansas City, Mo. and see DEATHS, page 4B

THE 93RD ANNUAL WILLIAM AND SARAH Jones Gardner family reunion will be held Sunday, June 1, 1 p.m., in the Lamar Memorial Hall. Please bring a covered dish and your own table service.

BARTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT will be closed Monday, May 26, for the Memorial Day holiday. Home health will be on call at 417-682-3363.

THE BARTON COUNTY FEDERATED Republican Women’s Club will not meet in May as the fourth Monday of the month, May 26, is Memorial Day. LAMAR COMMUNITY THEATRE WILL hold auditions for the 2014 children’s show, “The Knights of the Red Table” on Tuesday, May 27, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesday, May 28, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Thiebaud Auditorium in Lamar.

THE GREENFIELD CEMETERY OF CEDAR County will hold its annual meeting Monday, May 26, 2 p.m., at the cemetery building. All interested parties are urged to attend.

AN “UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL Statements” workshop will be held Thursday, June 12, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the El Dorado Springs First Baptist Church, 500 S. Main St. The class is being presented by Cedar County University of Missouri Extension Center and the Missouri Southern State University Missouri Small Business and Technology Development Center. To register call 417-276-3313 or email davismp@missouri.edu.

A WINDOWS 8 TRAINING WORKSHOP will be taught by Leslie Carroll-Bartlett, retired extension technology specialist, on Thursday, May 29, 7 p.m., at the Cedar County Memorial Hospital, 1401 S. Park St., El Dorado Springs. For information or to register call the Cedar County MU Extension Center at 417276-3316 or email davismp@missouri.edu.

TWINS BLAINE AND BOYD CORNWELL will hold worship service at Hopewell C.P. Church on Sunday, May 25, 10:45 a.m., as they combine team preaching and singing. Graduates of Ozark Christian College, they have traveled the U.S. proclaiming Christ. A free-will offering will be taken. Lunch will follow the service. Take I-49 (71) to EE Hwy., go east four miles to gravel road going north off curve on EE, then go north one mile and west ½ mile.

VFW POST 3691 AND AMERICAN LEGION 209 Lamar will hold Memorial Services at the cannon on the Barton County Courthouse lawn on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 10 a.m. Those participating should be there by 9:30 a.m. All veterans, as well as the public, are invited.

BARTON COUNTY 4-H ACHIEVEMENT DAY will be held Sunday, June 1, at the First Christian Church in Lamar. Registration will begin at 12:45 p.m., with the events to begin at 1 p.m. Awards/Share the Fun will be at 3:30 p.m., and is open to family members. All 4-H members will receive a free Barton County 80th year t-shirt.

IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO SIGN UP FOR THE Lamar Tigersharks Summer Swim team. For information, or to sign up, contact Heidi Johnson at hjtiger2000@gmail.com or Susan Roland at 6823938.

ST. JAMES RIDGE CEMETERY Association will holds its annual meeting on Sunday, May 25, 2 p.m., at the cemetery.

MAPLE GROVE CEMETERY ASSOCIATION (near Sylvania) will hold its annual meeting Monday, May 26, 2 p.m. Bring lawn chairs. Donations are welcome.

MARTIN AND ALICE PORTER WILL celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary on May 21. Cards can be sent to them at 313 SE 90th Lane, Lamar, MO 64759.

NEWPORT CEMETERY ASSOCIATION will meet Sunday, May 25, 4 p.m., at the Newport Baptist Church. Anyone with family members buried there are welcome to attend. Anyone wishing to donate to the cemetery fund can send donations to Juanita Pennell, 1045 NE 40th Rd., Lamar, MO 64759.

THE ANNUAL WHEAT TOUR PUT ON by the University of Missouri Barton Extension will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 5, at the farm of David Sheat. MU Fertility Specialist Peter Scharf will speak about Green Seeker technology and nitrogen requirements in wheat. This event is free. Ice cream and cookies will be served by the 4-H to follow. Go east of Lamar on 160 to A Hwy., north on A Hwy. one mile to 10th Rd., east on 10th Road, ¾ mile – plots are on the north side of the road. To register call the Barton County Extension office at 417-682-3579.

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP BOARD WILL MEET Thursday, May 22, 10 a.m., at 694 SE 40th Lane, Lamar.

THE BARTON COUNTY LIBRARY WILL be closed Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. They will reopen Tuesday, May 27, 10 a.m.

THE 10TH STREET COMMUNITY FARMERS’ Market will now be open on Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Moore Pavilion, 10th and Poplar, in Lamar.

THE GOULD FAMILY WILL PRESENT a free concert Sunday, May 25, 6 p.m., at Bethel Church. A freewill offering will be taken to help with expenses so they can continue their ministry. The church is located 2 ½ miles west of 71/149 on 126.

THE 2014 LAMAR FREE FAIR DATES have been set for August 16-23.

A BOOK SIGNING FOR DAVID SPIERING’S book, “I Surrender All” will be held Saturday, May 31, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Cash Saver, 1201 E. 12th St., Lamar.

MENU

BARTON COUNTY SENIOR CENTER LUNCH MENU: May 26-30 MONDAYClosed, THURSDAYTaco Memorial Day. salad with meat, beans, TUESDAY- Chicken cheese, lettuce and toand noodles, mashed matoes, pineapple slices, potatoes, buttered peas, tostitos, frozen sherbet, wheat roll, apple, coffee/ coffee/tea/milk. tea/milk.

FRIDAY- Hot dogs WEDNESDAY- Beef with chili and cheese stew, creamy coleslaw, on bun, baked beans, cheese and crackers, to- french fries, apple mato juice, cantaloupe, juice, grapes, cofcoffee/tea/milk. fee/tea/milk.

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Deaths, continued from page 3B Tiona McManus, Fort Worth, Texas; a sister-inlaw, Donna Pinkerton; 10 grandchildren; 26 greatgrandchildren and 171 foster children.

She was preceded in death by a brother, George Pinkerton and a nephew, Mike Pinkerton.

Mrs. McManus was born Sept. 28, 1930, in El Dorado Springs, to Clyde and Myrle Pinkerton. She was a 1948 graduate of Brookfield Senior High School. She was a hard worker and managed, supervised or owned sever-

al restaurants during her life. She also took joy in welcoming family, friends and those less fortunate into her home to have a “good, home-cooked meal”.

Her hobbies included spending time with family, crocheting and volunteer work with the National Foster Parent Association. She and her husband received many church accolades and Missouri Foster Parent awards over the years.

She married James Muriel McManus on Feb. 14,

General Warranty Deed, filed April 22, 2014. Ronald E. Charlton and Barbara A. Charlton to Ronald E. Charlton and Barbara A. Charlton, Trustees of the Ronald and Barbara Charlton Revocable Trust: Tract I: The south half of section 8, township 32, range 33, except a tract located in the southwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section 8, township 32, range 33, containing 3.01 acres. Tract II: A tract commencing at the southwest corner of the northeast quarter of section 8, township 32, range 33 and running thence north 742.5 feet, thence east 1,031 feet, thence in a southeasterly direction to a point on the south line of said northeast quarter, being 1,450 feet east of the point of beginning, thence west 1,450 feet to the place of beginning. Tract III: Southwest quarter of section 9, township 32, range 33. Tract IV: All of lot 1 of the northeast quarter, except a strip of land 10 rods wide off and across the west end thereof; and the north half of the southeast quarter, all in section 3, township 33, range 32.

Tract IV: A tract lying within the east half of the east half of the southwest quarter of section 3, township 33, range 32.

Special Warranty Deed, filed April 22, 2014. Guy A. Barker and Marilyn C. Barker, co-trustees of the Guy A. Barker and Marilyn C. Barker Trust to LGB Barker Farms, LLC: Tract I: All of the northwest quarter of section 31, township 33, range 32; also, all of the northeast quarter and the southeast quarter of the northwest quarter and 16 acres of the north side of the northwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section 36, township 33, range 33, all in Barton County, Missouri. Tract II: All of the north half of northwest quarter (lot 2 of northwest quarter) and the north half of northeast quarter (lot 2 of northeast quarter) section 2, township 31, range 33, and the northeast quarter of section 34, township 32,

range 33, and all of section 35, township 32, range 33, all in Barton County, Missouri, except 5 tracts lying within said section 35.

General Warranty Deed, filed April 22, 2014. Bruce L. Barker and Leann Barker to Bruce L. Barker and Ruth Leanne Barker, Trustees of the Bruce L. Barker Revocable Trust: Tract I: All of the northwest quarter of section 31, township 33, range 32; also, all of the northeast quarter and the southeast quarter of the northwest quarter and 16 acres of the north side of the northwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section 36, township 33, range 33, all in Barton County, Missouri. Tract II: All of the north half of northwest quarter (lot 2 of northwest quarter) and the north half of northeast quarter (lot 2 of northeast quarter) section 2, township 31, range 33, and the northeast quarter of section 34, township 32, range 33, and all of section 35, township 32, range 33, all in Barton County, Missouri, except 5 tracts lying within said section 35.

Special Warranty Deed, filed April 22, 2014. Lyle G. Barker and Evelyn J. Barker, Co-Trustees of the Lyle G. Barker and Evelyn J. Barker Trust to LGB Farms, LLC: Tract I: All of the northwest quarter of section 31, township 33, range 32; also, all of the northeast quarter and the southeast quarter of the northwest quarter and 16 acres of the north side of the northwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section 36, township 33, range 33, all in Barton County, Missouri. Tract II: All of the north half of

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1950, in Charlotte, S.C. p.m. Sunday for CynHe preceded her in death. thia Anne (Bittick) Ott, 53, who died Saturday, April 26, 2014, at Barton County Memorial Hospital in Lamar. The service will be held at the home of her grandmother at 1902 Forest St., in Carthage.

Arrangements are under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home.

Condolences may be sent to www.konantzwarCYNTHIA ANNE den.com.

Survivors include her OTT husband, Barry Ott, MidLAMAR-A memorial land, Texas; four sons, service will be held at 2 Russell Bittick and Shan-

non, Stephen and Samuel Hansen; her grandmother, Betty Baglien, Carthage; two sisters, Sandra Jordan and Jennifer Langhoff; four brothers, Michael, John, Thomas and Raymond Bittick and many grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and an uncle, Gene Bittick.

Mrs. Ott was born Oct. 13, 1960 in Chicago, Ill., to David and Audrey (Davis) Bittick. She was a homemaker and a retired professional truck driver.

She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

northwest quarter (lot 2 of northwest quarter) and the north half of northeast quarter (lot 2 of northeast quarter) section 2, township 31, range 33, and the northeast quarter of section 34, township 32, range 33, and all of section 35, township 32, range 33, all in Barton County, Missouri, except 5 tracts lying within said section 35.

Special Warranty Deed, filed April 22, 2014. Bruce L. Barker and Ruth Leann Barker, Trustees of the Bruce L. Barker Revocable Trust to LGB Barker Farms, LLC: Tract I: All of the northwest quarter of section 31, township 33, range 32; also, all of the northeast quarter and the southeast quarter of the northwest quarter and 16 acres of the north side of the northwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section 36, township 33, range 33, all in Barton County, Missouri. Tract II: All of the north half of northwest quarter (lot 2 of northwest quarter) and the north half of northeast quarter (lot 2 of northeast quarter) section 2, township 31, range 33, and the northeast quarter of section 34, township 32, range 33, and all of section 35, township 32, range 33, all in Barton County, Missouri, except 5 tracts lying within said section 35.

Special Warranty Deed, filed April 25, 2014. Fannie Mae National Mortgage Association of Dallas County, Texas to Ronald D. Bilyeu of Barton County, Missouri: All of lot 6 in block 1 of Kidwell’s Add on On to the City of Lamar, Barton County, Mis-

all of the west part of Gulf Street in the City of Lamar, adjoining the above described property vacated by city ordinance.

Warranty Deed, filed April 29, 2014. Nathan J. Hazard of Barton County, Missouri, to Violet M. Ring, of Allen County, Kansas: All of lot 4 in block 3 of M.N. Wills Third Addition to the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri, except 50 feet off the entire west side thereof.

General Warranty Deed, filed May 1, 2014. Michael L. Forst and Kimberly S. Forst to David R. Ellingwood: All of lots 8 and 9 of Cate’s Subdivision in A Cockrell’s First Addition to the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri.

Corporation Warranty Deed, filed May 1, 2014.

Dingman Ranch, Inc. to Wayne R. Dingman and Shirley A. Dingman: Tract 1: All of the southwest quarter of section 27, township 27, range 32, in Barton County, Missouri.

Tract 2: The west half of the northwest quarter of section 17, township 31, range 32, in Barton County, Missouri. Tract 3: The northeast quarter and the east half of the northwest quarter of section 18, township 31, range 32, except a tract in the northeast quarter of the northeast quarter of said section 18. Tract 4: The southwest quarter of the northwest quarter of section 25, township 31, range 33,

PROPERTY TRANSFERS

souri.

Trustee’s Special Warranty Deed, filed April 25, 2014. Joseph E. Fenske, Trustee of the Joseph E. Fenske Revocable Living Trust, one-half interest, and Gary W. Peterson and Patricia J. Peterson, CoTrustees for the Peterson Family Trust one-half interest of Barton County, Missouri to Roy N. Myers of Barton County, Missouri: All of lot 9 in block 1, Walser’s Third Addition to Liberal, Barton County, Missouri.

General Warranty Deed, filed April 28, 2014. Gary Robert Bowling and Linda Bowling to Tim Abernathy and Judy Ann Abernathy: All of lot 4 in block 3 in Wills’ Fifth Addition to Lamar, Barton County, Missouri.

Warranty Deed, filed April 29, 2014. Paul E. Kennon and Vickie Kennon of Barton County, Missouri to Brian E. Carter of Barton County, Missouri: A tract beginning at the northeast corner of lot 7 of Miller’s Subdivision of block 5 of Parry’s Addition to Lamar, Barton County, Missouri, and running thence west 101 feet, thence south 16 feet to the south line of lot 7, thence east 101 feet, thence north 16 feet to the point of beginning; also beginning at the northeast corner of block 6 of Parry’s Addition to Lamar, Barton County, Missouri, and running thence west 101 feet, thence south 55 feet and 6 inches, thence east 101 feet to the east line of block 6, thence north 55 feet and 6 inches to the point of beginning; also,

COURT MISC.

Midland Funding LLC V Brett J Berry, consent judgment.

Midland Funding LLC V Lisa M Butts, default judgment.

Ray County Memorial Hospital V Johnny Floyd et al, default judgment.

Midwest Hardware and Rental V Feltenberger Enterprise, default judgment.

State V Matthew KW Wells, written guilty plea.

Barton County, Missouri.

Corporation Warranty Deed, filed May 1, 2014.

Dingman Ranch, Inc. to Thomas R. Dingman and Brenda J. Dingman: Tract 1: The south half of the northeast quarter of section 24, township 31, range 33, Barton County, Missouri. Also, the east half of the southeast quarter of section 24, township 31, range 33, Barton County, Missouri. Tract 2: All of lots 1 and 2 of the northwest quarter (all of the northwest quarter) and all of lots 1 and 2 of the southwest quarter (all the southwest quarter), and all the northwest quarter of northwest quarter of southeast quarter of section 19, township 31, range 32, Barton County, Missouri, except a tract in the southwest quarter of the northwest quarter of said section 19. Tract 3: The northwest quarter of the northwest quarter of section 25, township 31, range 33, Barton County, Missouri.

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In Re: Lindsay A. Pennell, unmarried TRUSTEE’S SALE – Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed

by Lindsay A. Pennell, unmarried dated 07/14/2003, and recorded on 07/17/2003 Book 493 Page 407 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Barton County, MISSOURI, the undersigned Successor Trustee, will on 05/27/2014 at 2:30 PM at the West Front Door of the Barton County Courthouse, 1007 Broadway, Lamar, Mo. 64759 , sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash subject to the terms announced at the sale, the realty described in said deed of trust, to wit: ALL OF LOT THREE (3), IN BLOCK FIFTEEN (15), OF PARRY`S ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF LAMAR, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI..

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Published in the Lamar Democrat File #: PENLIRWL First publication date 04/30/2014 4-30,5-7,14,21-4tc IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI GENERAL DIVISION DARLENE KATHERINE BURNETT, Petitioner Case No. 14B4-CV00104 To Whom It May Concern: Notice is hereby given that

by Order of the Circuit Court of the County of Barton, Missouri, on the 7th day of May 2014, the name of DARLENE KATHERINE BURNETT was changed to OZZIE KATHERINE JUDESON. The names of all parties to said action are stated above in the caption hereof and Petitioner is acting pro-se.

Publication is to begin on the 14th day of May 2014 to run for 3 consecutive weeks.

Witness my hand and the seal of the seal of the Circuit Court, this 7th day of May, 2014.

Janet B. Maupin Circuit Clerk By-Amanda S. Sturgell Deputy Clerk 5-14,21,28-3tc NOTICE TO BID

The Barton County Commission is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified Vendors to furnish and install equipment, accessories, hardware, software, labor, training, and materials necessary for a turnkey VolP ready E-91-1 system. Bid specs may be requested by contacting the Barton County Clerk at 1004 Gulf Street, Lamar, MO 64759 or by calling 417-6823529. Bids will be opened on Monday, June 2, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. The County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

5-14,21-2tc IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI UNIVERSITY BANK Plaintiff, vs. DAVID E. NOYSE Serve: 902 Village Drive Pittsburg, KS 66762 TRESA NOYSE Serve: 902 Village Drive Pittsburg, KS 66762 Defendants.

Case No. 13B4-CV00361 ADVERTISEMENT OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE UNDER EXECUTION By virtue and authority of a General Election, issued from the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri,

CLASSIFIEDS Special Notices

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Sunday, 5 p.m., in the basement of Lamar Memorial Hall, 1104 Broadway. All meetings are nonsmoking.

Narcotics Anonymous Meetings - Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., 1104 Broadway, Memorial Hall Basement.

Lost & Found

from north side of city Day Pay. 800-769-3993 lake. “Mattie” has a lion for Details, www.trailincut. Reward. 262-3152 er.com. or 262-3961.

Drivers, $60,000+, Services Offered CDL-A, $2500 sign on, 1mo exp., Same Day Pay! Free Health Ins, Appliance Repair. Ap- No CDL? Free Trainpliance parts. Miller’s ing! www.trailiner.com.

Country Corner. 417884-2684.

Drivers: 60,000 1st year, Free CDL DrivWill Do Dozer work – er Training. Must pass land clearing, Milford drug screen and DOT area. Call CL at 417- physical, must be 23, 398-2673. call for details: 800-7693993.

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Drivers: Growing Fleet! Earn $800 - $1000/ Lost our reddish brown Drivers, Solo, 3 or 6 day wk, Weekly Weekend Pomeranian dog, ear- runs, up to $0.44CPM, Home Time! Truck w/ ly Thursday morning, Free Health Ins. Same microwave & fridge.

at Lamar, returnable on the 15th day of July, 2014 and to me, as Sheriff, directed and delivered, in favor of University Bank, plaintiff, and against David E. Noyse and Tresa Noyse as defendants, I have levied upon and seized all the right, title, interest and estate being an undivided one-fourth of said defendants David E. Noyse and Tresa Noyse, in and to the following described real estate, situate in the County of Barton and State of Missouri, to-wit: TRACT I: THE WEST HALF OF SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION ONE (1), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-THREE (33), RANGE THIRTYTHREE (33). THE WEST HALF OF SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION ONE (1), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-THREE (33), RANGE THIRTYTHREE (33), BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI. TRACT II: THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION ONE (1), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-THREE (33), RANGE THIRTYTHREE (33), BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI. and I will on 18th day of

June, 2014 between the hours of nine o’clock in the forenoon and five o’clock in the afternoon of that day, and more particularly at 1:00 P.M., at the west front door of the Barton County Courthouse, 1007 Broadway, Lamar, Barton County, State of Missouri, and during the session of said Circuit Court, at Lamar, Missouri, sell at public venue, for cash, to the highest bidder for cash or ready money, all the right, title, interest and

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Fusarium, continued from page 1B from 77-86 degrees. Those conditions are conducive to the development of Fusarium. “Fusarium, or head scab, is identified by a pinkish cast on the kernels and can cause shriveled or blank kernels,” said Scheidt. Only fungicides that suppress Fusarium should be applied during flowering; Proline, Caramba and Prosaro are labeled to suppress Fusarium. Scheidt cautions against feeding, breathing in, or replanting Fusarium infected seed because it is toxic.

Based on her scouting,

Scheidt says corn is in the 5-7 leaf stage. No diseases or black cutworm were seen; once corn reaches the 4-5 leaf stage, it is no longer susceptible to black cutworm feeding. “White and purple colored lower leaves were seen in corn, likely a response to the previous cold and cloudy conditions and not a nutrient deficiency. Corn should green up with recent rains and sunnier conditions,” said Scheidt.

According to Peter Scharf, state fertility specialist with University of Missouri Extension, the

best time to add nitrogen in corn is not during planting or pre-plant.

Corn has the greatest need for nitrogen when it enters rapid elongation in the 7-leaf stage up to the early reproductive stages before the tassel emerges. Corn does not use a high percentage of nitrogen during the first month of development; avoid applying more than 1/3 of the total nitrogen pre-plant. Scharf recommends adjusting nitrogen rates up in a wet year and adjusting rates down in a dry year.

Lamar Democrat, Lamar, MO

Chemical reaction ignites blaze

Possible crisis averted due to diligence of homeowner The Barton County Sheriff 's Office received a complaint on Friday, May 9, of an individual driving a vehicle through a homeowner's yard shortly after midnight. The incident took place north of Liberal, just a short distance off 43 Highway.

A deputy from the sheriff ’s office was dispatched to the area; however, he was a long way away so Liberal Police Officer John Simpson was contacted for mutual aid to try and locate the vehicle.

The homeowner managed to get to his vehicle in an attempt to

follow the suspect's vehicle, which was heading southbound on Hwy. 43.

The homeowner was able to give critical information of the direction of travel, license plate and kind of vehicle so Officer Simpson could locate the vehicle.

Simpson conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle south of the intersection of Hwys. 43 and 160 and made contact with the driver, Monica R. Earll, 25, Nevada. During the contact with Earll a minor child was found in the vehicle. Due to the quick response from the reporting party it is be-

lieved they most likely prevented the child occupant in the vehicle, or any other motorist on the roadway that night, from getting hurt or worse. The child was later released to a family member.

Deputy Vernon Ring arrived a short time later and conducted the investigation on the events that occurred. At the conclusion of the investigation Deputy Ring arrested Earll for charges of property damage, driving while intoxicated and endangering the welfare of a child. Reports will be sent to the Barton County prosecuting attorney.

LIBERAL-On Sunday, May 11, the Barton County Sheriff 's Office received a complaint of a careless and imprudent driver in the Liberal area. Deputy Joey Bronson responded to the area and was informed by a witness that the suspected vehicle had driven down a dead end road just east of the intersection of Hwys. K and

43.

At the end of the road was a residence, where a family was getting ready to go to the Liberal High School graduation ceremony. When Deputy Bronson arrived, he found that the suspect vehicle had driven into the driveway of the home and struck a parked vehicle.

Deputy Bronson inves-

tigated the case and at the conclusion of the case the driver of the vehicle, Lisa M. Gilmore, 50, Liberal, Kansas, was arrested for driving while intoxicated.

Two other subjects, which appeared to be impaired and suffering from alcohol poisoning, were transported by ambulance to Barton County Memorial Hospital for treatment.

Lamar Democrat/Richard Cooper Firemen prepare to enter the body shop of Fast Eddie’s Hotrod Shop, 904 Broadway, to extinguish a smoky fire in a fiberglass mixing machine.

The machine was being cleaned when a chemical reaction ignited the blaze. Owner Brian Brewer reported the fire at 12:33 p.m. It required nearly one and one-half hours to clear the building of smoke. No one was injured.

Mindenmines fire under investigation

Careless driver disrupts family preparing to attend graduation

Trailer reported stolen out of Golden City The Barton County Sheriff 's Office responded to a residence in Golden City on Tuesday, April 22, to take a report on a stolen trailer. The owner of the trailer stated that it was a 16 foot enclosed white in color trailer.

It was there the night before, but the

following day it was missing. The trailer was entered into the statewide computer system to allow any other law enforcement agency to know that the trailer is stolen. If anybody has any information regarding the stolen trailer they can contact the sheriff ’s office at 417-682-5541.

Domestic assault report in Milford The Barton County Sheriff 's Office was contacted on Tuesday, April 22, by a concerned friend of a victim, regarding an allegation of domestic assault. The victim in the case came to the sheriff ’s office and was interviewed on the events which occurred and later filled out a statement form to the allegations. The victim in the case stated that a verbal argument occurred

at her residence between her and her boyfriend.

She had stated that the argument then escalated into a physical altercation. The victim had visual physical injuries on her body, which were photographed and added into the case. An affidavit for an arrest warrant for the criminal charge of assault was sent to the Barton County prosecutor. A short time later an

arrest warrant was issued for Richard A. Shirley II, 46, and entered into the statewide computer system.

At this time Shirley has not been located and is believed to have left the area. The sheriff 's office is asking for assistance in locating Shirley. If anybody has any information to the location of Shirley please contact local law enforcement.

The Barton County Sheriff 's Office investigated an allegation of domestic assault that occurred in the morning hours of Wednesday, May 7, in southwest Barton County.

The

victim in the case advised that a physical altercation took place at the home where the victim sustained injuries.

At the conclusion of the investigation, Devin D. Crockett, 35, Lamar, was

arrested for 2nd degree Domestic Assault.

An arrest warrant with a bond amount of $5,000 cash or surety was served to Crockett. Crockett later posted bond and was released.

A one vehicle accident was reported by the Missouri State Highway Patrol at 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 11, 1 ½ miles east of Sheldon on Route B. According to the report, Tracy N Byram, 27, Sheldon, was driving a 2007 Mitsubishi Galant, heading westbound, when he lost control of the vehicle, then traveled off the south side of the roadway and overturned.

Byram received moderate injuries and was transported by EMS to Freeman Medical Center.

According to the report he was not wearing a safety device.

A one vehicle accident occurred on US 160, eight miles west of Lamar at 4:15 p.m. on Sunday, May 18, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The vehicle, a 2001 Pontiac being driven by Brittany D

Budd, 18, Pittsburg, Kan., was westbound when she ran off the right side of the road and overturned.

Receiving minor injuries in the accident were the driver and a passenger, Racheal L Budd, 12, Pittsburg, Kan. Both were transported by EMS to Barton County Memorial Hospital in Lamar. According to the report both were wearing a safety device.

Arrest made for domestic assault

Accident reports

The Barton County Sheriff's Office received a call on Wednesday, May 14, regarding a house fire in the area of 9th and Tucker in Mindenmines.

Fire crews from Mindenmines and the City of Liberal responded to the scene to extinguish the fire. The sheriff’s office and the Missouri State Fire Marshall office are investigating the fire and believe it to be suspicious in nature. If anybody has information in regards to the fire call the sheriff’s office at 417-682-5541 or the fire marshall at 1-800-392-7766.