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Commission purchases new 911 equipment By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer
LAMAR-The Barton County Commission opened bids on new 911 equipment, June 2, listened to technical advice on the nature of the three bids, and delayed a decision until the commission meeting of June 9. After careful deliberation, the contract for purchase and installation of the equipment was awarded to A & W Communications of Eolia, Missouri. The winning bid included all 911 equipment, four headsets, and the wireless equipment that accompanies the headsets. The total bid of $104,663 was $72,000 less than the next lowest bid. When A & W Communications was notified by telephone that it see EQUIPMENT, page 5A
Make reservations now for “Much Ado About Death” Make your reservations now for “Much Ado About Death”, a dinner theatre with two one-act plays that will be presented on June 12-14, 6:30 p.m., at Lamar Memorial Hall. The first play is written by one of LCT's own and is being premiered for the first time. It's called “A Last Supper?” and the second one-act is a hilarious look at what happens when death comes calling at an insane asylum... and gets the wrong person. The menu includes “fowl play” (chicken), gallows green beans, scalped potatoes and death by chocolate. Tickets for the evening are only $15 each or two for $25. It's dinner and entertainment for the evening, but those wishing to attend must reserve their place by Sunday, June 8, or they don't get to partake of the delicious meal. Tickets can be reserved by stopping at the Barton County Chamber of Commerce office on the north side of the Lamar square or by calling 318-59-STAGE. Show only tickets, with no dinner, will be available at the door for $5. They hope to see you there.
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Metropolitan National Bank teammates wear jeans to raise $340 for good cause Metropolitan National Bank teammates recently wore jeans for a good cause, donating $340 to the local Search and Rescue Team, funded through the Lamar Community Betterment Council. Teammates raised the funds by donating money every Friday for the ability to wear jeans to work. The team also volunteered 10 hours to the organization. The $340 donation from Metropolitan National Bank will be used by the Lamar Community Betterment Search and Rescue Team for education and to help expand their training services. “At Metropolitan Nation-
Metropolitan National Bank presented jean money with a check of $340 to the Lamar Community Betterment Council. Pictured are, left, Kyle Morey, loan officer, with Elaine Davis of the Lamar Community Betterment Council.
al Bank, our teammates are committed to serving Barton County through community outreach. The jeans fund is a fun way for teammates to rally support for local causes,” said Kyle Morey, loan officer at Metropolitan National Bank. “We are extremely proud to support the Lamar Community Betterment Search and Rescue Team.” Jeans for a cause is just one of many ways Metropolitan National Bank works to give back to the local community. “We continually seek opportunities to positively impact the city of Lamar, and are proud of the community for which we serve,” said Morey.
Barton County Elks Lodge provides free movie for area school children during Youth Week For the eighth consecutive year, the Barton County Elks Lodge No. 2800 has provided free show passes to the Lamar Plaza Theatre, for area school children ages K-8! This event has become a special part of the area schools' year end activities. The event is a welcome break from the normal everyday regime of school and equally marks the end of another year in the minds of the children. The Elks Lodge would like to mention that this would not be possible without the support of a growing number of faculty and staff at each school involved and personally extend their gratitude to all persons who help make this event available for the children. This year's attending schools were Lamar, kindergarten through eighth grade, with 911 children participating; Jasper, kindergar-
ten through sixth grade with 100 children participating; Stockton third, fourth and fifth grades, with 72 children participating; Greenfield, kindergarten through fifth grades, with 105 children participating; Bronaugh, kindergarten through sixth grades 74 children participating and Liberal, kindergarten through sixth grades, with 210 children participating, making a total of
The Four State Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) will host a World War I program at Memorial Hall in Lamar on Tuesday, June 17, 7 p.m. Beth Bazal, an interpretive specialist from the Missouri State Parks, will provide an informative and historical perspective on what impact World War I had on Captain Harry S. Truman and how it affected his future decisions as the 33rd president. Shannon Kelly, a studied World War I historian, will add realism to routine of life in the trenches for the American sol-
dier and gave a historical over- mitments to currently serving, of the uniformed services and view of Truman's Battery D of retired and former members their families. the 129th Field Artillery Battalion. A display of World War I field uniform equipment and art memorabilia from the period will also be part of the program. Everyone in the Lamar community with an interest in President Truman and World War I history is invited to attend. Light refreshments will be served after the program. MOAA is a non-profit veterans association promoting patriotism and maintaining a strong national defense, ensuring that the nation keep its com-
Barton County Elks Lodge No. 2800 Youth Activities Director Ryan Fullerton, left, presents a check in the amount of $2,000 from the lodge to provide a free movie for area school children during Youth Week. Graciously accepting the check is Scott Kelley with the Lamar Plaza Theatre.
1,472 children in attendance. The Elks is a nationally chartered non-profit organization dedicated to charitable causes. School officials or faculty who wish to participate in the 2014-
2015 Youth Week movie should contact Ryan Fullerton (youth activities director) at (417) 850-7159 or contact the Barton County Elks Lodge at (417) 682-6800.
World War I program to be held at Memorial Hall
Reed girls to hold book signing
Budget Committee tackles 2014-15 city budget By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer
LAMAR-The various department heads have submitted their proposed 2014-15 budgets to City Administrator Lynn Calton. City Clerk Traci Cox has combined them into a comprehensive proposed city budget for 2014-15. Now, the Public Expenditures (Budget) Com-
mittee has the responsibility of reviewing the 42-page document to be certain that the city is living within its means. That review process began June 6 in a two-and-one-half hour work session in the council chamber of Lamar City Hall. Committee Chairman Steve Gilkey walked the four-member committee, see BUDGET, page 3A
The Georgia Reed girls are back in town and just in time for Father's Day! Olivia and Chloe Reed will hold their second annual book signing of Grandpa Ben's book, “Truth With Stretch Marks” at Tractors BBQ and Grill on Thursday, June 12, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. All proceeds go to their Daddy's, Brad Reed's Memorial Scholarship Fund.
New water and sewer rates approved for Golden City GOLDEN CITY-Following a public hearing, the Golden City Board of Aldermen unanimously adopted new water and sewer rates at its meeting of June 2. Water customers who use 1,000 gallons or less will see their rates lowered. Those who use more than 1,000 gallons will pay $3.50 for every 1,000 gallon increment. Sewer rates will be lowered for customers using 1,000 gallons or less. Consumption over 1,000 gallons will draw a charge of $4.75 for each 1,000 gallons. The vote was 4-0 to change the new rates. Two members of the board, Bill Friesenborg and Mark Palmer, were absent.
Kenneth Chappell has been appointed as the city’s emergency management director. Public Works Director Greg Lowe will assume the added responsibility of assistant emergency management director. Both positions are voluntary without pay. The future maintenance of the IOOF Cemetery became a topic for discussion when the board was told by Gene Fanning that the IOOF Lodge in Golden City has been disbanded. Fanning requested that the city consider assuming responsibility for the four-acre cemetery, which has approximately 1,200 burial lots still to
be filled. Following a period of discussion, the matter was tabled until the next board meeting on July 7. Mayor Henry Lopez told the board that he has been negotiating with Metropolitan National Bank of Golden City about an exchange of properties. Metropolitan has suggested constructing a new building on city-owned property at 403 Main. In exchange, the current bank building at 523 Main would be turned over to the city. The board gave unanimous approval to the exchange and authorized Lopez to sign all necessary papers. The unused tennis courts in
the East Park will be converted into a basketball court. Two commercial grade basketball goals will be installed along with a set of metal bleachers. Several residents were present at the meeting to complain about a residence in the 700 block of Mill Street. It has considerable trash in the yard, several dogs are running loose, and vulgar language emanates from the residence at all hours of the day and night. Mayor Lopez will write a letter demanding that all offensive conditions at the property be corrected. If not complied with, the matter will be turned over to the city attorney for prosecution.
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CORRESPONDENTS Coonfoot & Vicinity By LOUISE OTT This early Monday morning I see our dear Lord is blessing us with a nice shower. We can sure use a little rain. Gary and Judy Nelson, Michael Nelson and Ella Mae Turpen all enjoy dinner at a restaurant on Sunday. Arbry Winans, Ray and Tristan and Ray and Nicole Winans and Elvin Winans Jr. and Durella were visitors of Marie Winans. Kenneth Dee and Esther Archer and Louise Ott were visitors and dinner guests of George Straw on Sunday. Several of Mike and Jane Moss's children were dinner and supper guests on Sunday. Remember, the big bridge south of Alba is now open and it's so nice to go straight through to 96 Hwy., instead of having to hunt other roads. Be sure and watch for the deer, fox and turkey when going these roads. The turkey are messing up the wheat fields for the farmers and one flew out of the ditch Sunday morning and I was driving slow enough that I stopped before it hit the front of my pickup.
Sheldon By DARLENE SHERIDAN Terry Logan and her grandson Bronson Daulton left Friday for Columbia, Missouri, where they attended the opening ceremony for the State Special Olympics. Bronson had qualified at districts in Carl Junction to attend the state competition. Saturday, there were many activities throughout the day. Katlyn Logan joined them and watched Bronson participate on Sunday, where he won two gold medals and one bronze. They returned home Sunday evening. Ashley Leininger and Joel McKinney were honored Friday evening at the Sprenkle party barn, with a pre-wedding shower hosted by Rickie Garr and Paul and Phyllis Sprenkle. The couple will be mar-
ried on July 5, at the Sheldon Christian Church. The annual George reunion was held Sunday, June 1, at the Sheldon UMC Donaldson Center. It was attended by relatives and descendants of Marion and Sterling Price George and Minnie Idell (Duggins) George. Sterling and Minnie moved to their Sheldon farm three miles northwest) in 1909. They were parents of nine children. Relatives gathered to visit, share a meal and update one another about family events. Rex Faubion of Puyallup, Washington was able to attend church services Sunday morning. He came to attend the Sheldon School Alumni, May 24 and has been visiting relatives in the area before returning to his home on Wednesday. The Sheldon Christian Church started Vacation Bible School on Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The men of the church will be guests for a Father’s Day breakfast at 9 a.m. on June 15. The annual Phipps family reunion was held Sunday, June 8, at the Lamar Park at the No. 4 Shelter House in the southwest corner of the park, near the tennis courts. A basket dinner was enjoyed at 12:30 p.m. and was hosted by the family of the late Henry and Emma Phipps. June 16 will be the next Sheldon Community Betterment meeting. The Vision final presentation will be reviewed and plans will be made for the future. Everyone is encouraged to attend. The Ozark Food Pantry will return June 26, with another food pantry.
For-getme-nots By GAIL LEAMING What a fun week this week living in the Leaming household. I don’t know about any of my readers, but here in the swamp we had rain! The first storm we got 3 1/2 inches in two hours. Ron came in at 2 a.m. and woke me up to tell me that there was an ocean between the house and the kennels. Now he had just mowed the back yard up to 9 p.m. that evening on the same place that now had over three foot
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of water. He goes in to put on rubber boots (which of course the water would be over) but I just ran out the door in my nightgown to wade across in the rain and lightening. I tripped on a tree root and started swimming to the first tree down stream. Ron was hollering the question “was I alright” and I yelled back that I would just float to the first tree and was fine. Now Norma Beckley can attest to this that I am a floater and I can’t sink just like her. Anyway I made it across and got the first two pups and looked and saw Ron had drove the pickup around another way until the water was door level and it was easier to get to. He had two five gallon buckets to put the rest of the pups in and we made it back to the pickup. The other dogs we turned loose and they swam around until they saw Ron was back in the pickup, then jumped in the back and rode to safety. The water was already in the houses and had about five inches in the kennels over the cement floors. Boy do those pups know me now. I wish I could have taken a picture of the pups in the buckets who had their little paws on the rims looking up at us with complete trust. Of course I was the funnier picture of the night. The small print that we don’t read on the marriage license about helping our mate is really hard to read, isn’t it? We got another 2 1/2 inches the next morning. Of course roads are washed out and gravel is gone. Severn Poirot Jr. saw the water over the roads at JackieThomas' corner and stopped in to help with the dogs here, as he remembered the time we had lost a full kennel of pups to a flood back when Anastazia was in high school. Can you believe that happened on the first day of school in August? As I have said before, we have great neighbors. Went to Lockwood to take photos of the runners in the Relay For Life on Saturday. Clea and Louis Kleeman won first and George Denton Leaming got a medal. I also got shots of Nicki Shrader and her daughter Heather. Oh yes, I also got one of Patty Poirot coming across the finish line. She and her husband showed up that evening to
Red Oak 2 to listen for a while. Shirley Eddy (sorry I don’t remember her last name) of Carthage came for the first time too. Kenneth Banta and Glenn Duncan were there too. Friday, we were to a clan gathering for the Whites and Manleys. Kenneth, Edward and Dorma Banta were there, along with Arlene Smith, Marie Lee, Jenette Wagner, HL Manley and his wife, Otis and Ruth Ann Cooper, Carl Sheets and Ron and I. A big thank you to Beth Spain, our volunteer photographer, for taking pictures of our group. I have eaten my way through three days now. Dinner with them, then supper with Larry and Jean Ehrsam and their two granddaughters, Sidney and Olivia, then on to the Crawford and Co. Then of course, to finish the day off at Braums with them, Kenneth Banta and Bob Ford. The next day ate breakfast with George Leaming and supper was a BBQ at Red Oak 2. Then on Sunday the big Leaming reunion, with another lunch of great cooking and eating. George Leaming is here from North Carolina and brought me three of the nicest grapevines (they even had grapes). While I was planting them, I found two had survived the bad start of last year's planting and the bad winter. What a pleasant surprise. George, we may have a thing going here because they just might be able to live here after all. Thanks. Don’t forget to pass the word and mark your calendar that the biannual Golden City School reunion is the weekend after Thanksgiving in November. I have to do a little bragging this week on a couple of our grandchildren. Wrenn, who turns 26 this month, just received a letter from the Office of the Dean at UMSL. He has qualified once again for the dean’s list, and if he continues at this rate will be able to graduate in December with Latin Honors. He is now eligible, as well, to join the National Honor Society of Beta Gamma Sigma, which is the highest honor a student in Business Administration can achieve. He is currently the president of his university’s student run investment trust at UMSL, which is one of
day, June 10, at 11:30 a.m., at the Rock Pile Café for lunch. The meeting will be a dinner meeting and members will bring sack lunches. Roll call will be, “What is the first meal you cooked and who did you cook for”? Joy Beeman will give the devo-
tion. Pauline Stansill was hostess and served delicious cake with strawberries and whipped cream and coffee and tea. The meeting adjourned and the remainder of the afternoon was spent playing dominoes.
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the largest student run investment trusts - even outsizing universities that include the Ivy League schools, such as Yale and Harvard. He will be graduating in December with double bachelors in finance and marketing and double minors in accounting and international business. He has been a student intern at DEA for the past nine months and was just hired on as a full time employee this week. Ariel, who turns 22 this month, has completed her second year at East Central Community College. She will have her associates degree next summer. She begins her medical assisting internship in August, where she will be working for a dermatologist, audiologist and ENT. She is currently working as a waitress at Denny’s, to pay for her college tuition and new car.
Maxine's Musings By MAXINE MORIN The Lamar City Park was a busy place Sunday, June 8. There was a swim meet at the pool, family reunions and picnics at most of the covered pavilions. Donna Wescott and family picked me up after church at about 12:15 p.m. on Sunday. I did not want to leave Eddie for a long period of time, but was happy to see daughter Sue Lockridge, walk through the door. She had come to stay with Eddie. I was home about 3 p.m. Granddaughter Johnna Williams, Tyson and Terren were visiting with “Popee” (grandpa Eddie). After they left for home, I took a nap. What can you expect, I received the certificate for the oldest one attending the reunion. Eddie is in bed most of the time, but still has his sense of humor. He has a phone on his bedside table and likes company. He had been talking to Johnna about the D-Day crossing on June 6, 1939.
Eddie was in a glider unit. By the time WW II was over, Eddie had received his wings, but was in the infantry. My children, Donna (Orahood) Wescott and Max Orahood's dad and my first husband Don W. Orahood, crossed the English Channel on June 6, on those flat bottom boats that let down the front runway, while offshore, with the soldiers wading to shore (if they made it). We can not say, “Thank You” enough. Like I have stated before, “All gave some and some gave all”. God bless each one. I noticed some tattered flags over town; replacing them would enhance the appearance of your living quarters. Calla Rebekah Lodge No. 160 held their semimonthly meeting Tuesday, June 2, with supper at 6:30 p.m., in the Memorial Hall basement. At 7:30 p.m., Noble Grand Denzil Divine opened the meeting with the aid of the officers. Business was discussed. The meeting closed with prayer to meet again on June 16. Red Hat ladies will meet at 11 a.m. on June 12, for their luncheon meeting at Tractor's, so dress in purple and don your Red Hat for a good time. Say a prayer for a servicemen. Until next time....
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Gloria Kurtz was the hostess Tuesday, June 3, for bridge. Betty Weston placed first, with Imogene Williams placing second. The hostess on June 10 will be Joann Jones. The hostess on Tuesday, June 17, is Kathy Jenkins.
SHELDON JOLLY SENIOR CITIZENS Sheldon Jolly Senior Citizens met Tuesday, June 3, at 1:30 p.m., at the Donaldson building to honor members having birthdays. The group was especially happy to have our President Marj
Ness able to be with us. President Ness called the meeting to order and led those present in repeating the preamble. The devotion was given by Darlene Sheridan, using Psalm 27:4 scripture and shared an article, “The Promise of God”. Members answered roll call by telling of their wedding day. The minutes and treasurer's report were read and approved. It was reported that Vice President Mary Ann Clark is now a patient at Promise Hospital in Overland Park, Kansas and each one present wrote her a note. The group also signed a birthday card to Beverly Morgan. In new business the group donated a monetary gift to the Sheldon Picnic for the book. Plans were made to meet Tues-
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Budget, continued from page 1A along with Mayor Keith Divine and Cox, through every page of the document, examining income and expense figures for each department. The proposed budget was a deficit one, with expenses totaling $623,493 more than income. This was unacceptable to Gilkey and his committee, so he asked them to circle those expenses that should be reviewed. They were not necessarily to be cut from the budget, but it was obvious that some of them eventually would be. In advance, the committee discussed how much should be held in reserve to meet emergency needs. Gilkey cited the estimate of City Treasurer Jack Di-
mond that it should be enough to operate for six months. That would be about $6 million in Lamar. However, Gilkey indicated he feels a five-month reserve of $5 million would be more realistic. As of the close of business last April 30, the city’s cash reserves in local banks were $4,180,844. In the course of its deliberations, the committee agreed to circle the following proposed expenses for further examination: $260,000 for land and building to house a fire truck in the east side of the city, $275,000 for a used ladder fire truck, $10,000 for a new stage curtain and $1,700 for a new refrigerator for Thiebaud
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Auditorium, $8,500 for a new mower for the Summer Recreation Program, $64,000 for playground surfacing and its installation in the city park, and $34,000 for a mower/tractor for the Transportation Tax Fund. The committee will hold its second and final meeting at noon on June 12. At that time, it will make its final decision on cuts to be made and submit a recommended budget to the full council for consideration at the meeting of June 23. The meeting date of June 23 is one week later than regular meetings of the city council. As an aside, twice weekly sanitation pickup was commended by the committee and will not be disturbed.
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FRIENDS & FAMILY Four generations gather
Four generations consisting of great-grandfather K. Wayne Cossel, Golden City, grandmother, Nikki Gabel, Salina, Kansas, father, Trey Gabel, Salina, Kansas and Audrey Cox, Minneapolis, Kansas. The family gathered on May 16, in Concordia, Kansas. This was the first time great-granddad got to see Audrey.
METZGER’S MUTTERINGS
By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat As many of my readers are probably aware, I had the pleasure of taking a much needed vacation last week, heading to, of all places, New York City!
It had been almost 20 years since I took a vacation, other than having to take time off for funerals and family occasions over the years. These events have been happening fewer and far between as family on both sides dwindle. The ones that are left are so scattered, that sometimes it is impossible for everyone to get together and before you know it, years have passed, maybe even a lifetime, before you get to actually spend time with family. New York City is an incredible place to visit, with so much to see and do, it is next to impossible to accomplish a little bit in such a short time; however, we not only managed to see sights, we also spent much needed time with family and that is what made this vacation so special. Our vacation started with a stop at my Aunt Sandra and Rex
Steelman's house (Sandra and mom are sisters). You see, Aunt Sandra and Rex live in very close proximity to MCI and are always more than willing to let us park at their house, with direct curb service to and from the airport. Who could ask for more? My cousin Debbie stopped by early the morning we were to go to the airport so that we could visit, as it had been a long time since she and I have had a chance to talk. Her son and Jud are of similar age; however, Eric has Angelman Syndrome and was recently put in a home, which has been harder for Debbie than it has been for him. I have always had a soft spot in my heart for Eric and upon our return home, he was with Debbie and Aunt Sandra when they picked us up at the airport, so I got to spend some time with him, as well. Upon our arrival in NYC, following an extremely crazy shuttle ride (which I will tell more about in my later columns), we arrived at our hotel in Chinatown to be met by my aunt,
Mary Ann. She is my aunt through my mom's little brother, Gilford "Sonny" Sherman, who was a 1956 graduate of Lamar High School that had moved to NYC in the 60's. Uncle Sonny has been gone 12 years now and I literally miss him more every day. He will always hold a special place in my heart. Upon moving to NYC, Uncle Sonny settled in Little Italy, which is within walking distance of Chinatown, so we were able to spend quite a bit of time with Mary Ann. My other cousin from Kansas City, Scott Steelman, has a daughter. Molly, that is going to school at Columbia in NYC, so Friday night she and her friend Shannon traveled down to Little Italy to visit and get a bite to eat. Molly absolutely made my day and she doesn't even know it! Having never met Mary Ann and not really knowing me, she told her grandmother, my Aunt Sandra, that she was nervous at first about meeting with us, but that she didn't have any reason to be as I was just like my cousin, Debbie, who could talk to anyone. And here I always envied Debbie that ability, not realizing that I possessed it myself! What an amazing compliment! That "family" connection has now been made between Mary Ann and Molly and all though they are on extreme ends of the city, my hope is that their relationship can continue to grow. My cousin Ford (or George as he goes by now), was born and reared in NYC. He and I have maintained a closeness that transpires time and space, and although it had been almost 20 years since I had last seen him, it felt like it was just yesterday. Gary returned to the hotel so that Ford and I we were able to spend some quality time together, and that is what we did. It just goes to show that family is family, and no matter where you go or what you do, they are always there with you. Years may pass, but once you have that connection, it never goes away. And as my family in Lamar seems to dwindle, it is a blessing to know that through technology I can still keep in touch with each and everyone.
Hargrave wins craft basket raffle The Ladies of St. Mary's Catholic Church have announced the winner of the craft basket that was being raffled off during Truman Days. The winner was Regan Hargrave, Lamar. Thanks are extended to all that supported the ladies this year.
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Tubaugh receives scholarship The first recipient of the Chance Kentner Memorial Scholarship was Austin Tubaugh, who will be attending Missouri Southern State University in Joplin this fall, majoring in Graphic Design. The $1,000 scholarship was awarded during Golden City High School's graduation ceremony on May 10. Austin is the son of Ricky and Sheila Tubaugh, Golden City.
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Summer school students learn the basics of fishing
Lamar Summer School students in fourth and fifth grades learned the basics of fishing on Wednesday, May 28, at Wheeler Park. Dave Darrow explained fishing regulations to the students. In the other picture Evan Clements speaks about lures and lets the children experience how they move in the water. Lamar R-1 has summer school running now through June 27, for grades K-12.
MSSU releases spring 2014 Dean's List JOPLIN-Missouri Southern State University in Joplin has released its spring 2014 Dean's List, Area students named to the list include Laura E. McNary and Dean A. Miller, Golden City; Lance A. Myers, Mattillyn O. Ott and Molly J. Russell, Jasper; Mary C. Bott, Isaac N. Costley and Kori I. Dodson, Liberal and Jessica A. Julian and Christopher L. Raymond, Lockwood. Students from Lamar named to the list were
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Andrew S. Buckner, Zachary Costley, John R. Earp, Nathaniel C. Enyart, Jeri C. Phillips, Starri M. Reinert and Shanda M. Vankirk. The list recognizes full-time students from Missouri Southern who earned a grade point average of 3.75 or above on a 4.0 scale. The students qualified for the honor by earning the required GPA while being enrolled in 12 or more hours of credit courses.
Officer Toby Luce and K-9 Hondo give Area students named demonstration to summer school students to Drury's Spring 2014 Dean's List SPRINGFIELD-Earning a spot on Drury University's Dean's List is a significant accomplishment; it means a student earned a grade point average of 3.6 or greater (on a 4.0 point scale) while carrying a full time course load of 12 or more semester hours at Drury. Area students name to the
list for the spring 2014 semester were Marina Davis, Lamar and Samantha Niehoff, Lockwood. Drury University is ranked eighth among Midwest Regional Universities in the United States in the publication U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges 2014.
Douglas graduates from CMU FAYETTE-Katlyn Douglas of Sheldon has graduated from Central Methodist University in Fayette, with a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, according to CMU
President Roger Drake. Douglas was one of approximately 300 CMU students who participated in commencement exercises on May 10.
In an article that ran May 21 in the Lamar Democrat, it was sent by the University of Kansas news media that Kalli Dodson, who graduated with a Bachelor of Music Education,
was from Lamar. Kalli is a lifelong resident of Olathe, Kan. and is the granddaughter of Opal and Vern Young, Lamar and Ed and Linda Sims, Nevada.
Dodson graduates University of Kansas
Black named to Dean's List WARRENSBURG-Britton N Black of Greenfield has earned a spot on the University of Central Missouri Dean's List. Black was named to the 3.5 to 3.99 Dean's List.
Lamar Elementary Summer School is meeting at East Primary this summer. Classes are filled with fun, hands on activities, games, art and real life lessons! Mrs. Luce's second grade class listens to Officer Toby Luce, pictured with his K-9, Hondo. The students observed a demonstration on Hondo's skill in finding a weapon (a starter pistol). The students learned how the K-9 was trained and rewarded. The students pictured will be attending second grade in August at Lamar East Primary.
Sheldon School Alumni holds gathering SHELDON-Sheldon High School Alumni gathered at the school auditorium on May 24, for the annual reunion. The graduating class of 1964 hosted the event. Before the call to order, those present enjoyed the PowerPoint presentation that had been prepared by the host class. Class President Bill Brown called the group to order at 6:30 p.m., explaining the order of serving and announced the silent auction was being conducted. Gene Leininger gave table grace and 85 alumni and guests enjoyed a dinner catered by “Count on Us”. Several alumni joined the group following the dinner. President Brown welcomed the group and started the program. The minutes of 2013 alumni were read and Darlene Sheridan reported monetary gifts to the alumni organization were made by Calvin Criswell, Clifford Koch and Robert Bearly. Secretary Darlene Sheridan expressed her thanks for all the help she had received and a special thanks to Phyllis Sprenkle for handling the emails. Sheridan expressed her thanks for the many years of help she has received while she has been secretary. Darlene retired and asked that Phyllis Sprenkle be elected secretary/ treasurer and she was ap-
proved unanimously. Brown introduced Eileen Leininger, a retired Sheldon teacher who spoke on behalf of the 2014 graduating senior class. Katlyn Logan, copresident of the Sheldon Old Setter’s Picnic, spoke about the alumni being grand marshal of the picnic in August. She enjoyed classes to have floats in the parade on Saturday evening. Phyllis Sprenkle gave an overview of the Vision project that the City of Sheldon has been involved with since January. The park grant, recycling grant and other improvements around town were discussed. The interest in preserving the old high school building was discussed, as several citizens are interested in the building. Delores Sheridan Honey and Barbara Defreese Dahmer conducted a memorial service for class members, Donnie Conner and Charles Thomas. Delores continued the memorial for all alumni who passed away since May 2013: Ed Leavell, John Denney, Don Doolin, Patty Kabler McGuire, Laverne (Tine) Runion, George McGuire, Wanda Sue McGehee Billingsly, Edna Mae Lowe Mayfield, Peggy Thomas Houdeshell, Teresa Lear Spencer and Sam Castlebury. The service was
Equipment, continued from page 1A was the winning bidder, a spokesman said that as soon as written confirmation is received, all of the equipment will be ordered. That confirmation was e-mailed to A & W, Monday afternoon. The A & W bid assured the county that the new equipment will be compatible with the Barton County Sheriff ’s Department’s telephone system. Receipt of the equipment will require three
to four weeks. Presiding Commissioner Mike Davis estimated the new 911 system should be up and running by the end of July. Another factor that made the A & W bid more attractive was training of dispatchers at no additional charge. The other two bids were from AT&T for systems provided by two different manufacturers. AT&T and the winning bidder,
closed with prayer and a moment of silence. Delila Sheridan Brown spoke about the class of 1964, from first grade to seniors, and expressed thanks for all attending and reported on those unable to attend. Mrs. Brown then introduced a former teacher, Helen Leininger, and the group honored her as she was their first and second grade teacher. Helen was thanked for her kindness and help in starting the class in the right direction. President Brown conducted a time where each alumnus introduced themselves and identified the year they graduated. Those present were Rex Faubion of Puyullup, Washington; Junior Wallace of Richmond; Betty (Thomas) Stoner of Grain Valley; Arnold and Janice Morgan of Wichita, Kansas; Evelyn (VanLue) Reedy of Reed Springs; Robert and Camille Bearly of Overland Park, Kansas; Bill and Delila Sheridan Brown of Lee’s Summit; Wendall Hutchison of Belton; George Comer of Knobnoster; Bill Watkins of Olathe, Kansas; Jack and Janice Caparoon of Centerview; Jim and Delores Sheridan Honey, June Thomas Dobbins of Carthage; Don Brown of Diamond; Bob and Doris Steward of El Dorado Springs; Janice Hornecker
Perrin, Cis Moffet Sauter, Linda Moffet Wake of Kansas City, Missouri; Joan Borghardt Schlick of Carl Junction and Elton and Jean (Teel) Hauser, Dean and Doris Westby and Carl and Reba (Blades) Phipps of Lamar. Attending from Nevada were Dick Peckman, Gary and Barbara Coulter, Chuck and Barbara (Defreese) Dahmer, Jerry Brasher, Linda Owen, Greg and Diane (Doolin) Leininger, Tom and Ginger (Mauer) Nowak, Jason Fowler, Crystal McDaniel, Jack and Carolyn (Royston) Gordon, Bob and Joann (Lightner) Arnold, Donna Thomas, Kim, Taylor, and Riley Severance and Kristen Thomas of Pittsburg, Kansas. Those from Sheldon were Dorothy Cross, Tom and Beverly Melton, Larry and Mary (Watkins) Fowler, Al Mundy, Gary and Carol Melton, Darlene (Phipps) Sheridan, Paul and Phyllis Sheridan Sprenkle, Gene and Eileen Leininger, Charles and Judy (Lightner) Cole, J.C. and Allena (Nance) Brasher, Tom and Janie (Landweher) Claflin, Bob and Linda Burns, H.M. Logan, Katlyn Logan, Rosalee (Watkins) Raynor, Jim and Linda (Hornecker) Elderton, Don and Roberta (Banes) Bigelow and Steve Heibert.
A & W Communications, are vendors for 911 equipment manufactured by major electronics companies. This was the second time the commission had solicited bids on new equipment for the county’s 911 system. On March 4, 2013, only two bids were received, both from AT&T, and they were nearly double the estimates of two AT&T representatives who had met
previously with the commission. Consequently, both bids were rejected. The new equipment was necessitated when the current system faltered several months ago. During that time, 911 calls have been routed through Newton County 911 with minimal delay. However, new equipment will take the burden of handling additional 911 calls off of the Newton County dispatchers.
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Lamar spring athletes recognized By BEN BUNTON Lamar Democrat Lamar High School held their annual Spring Sports Banquet on Tuesday, May 27, in the high school gymnasium. The banquet is in place to recognize the spring athletes on their accomplishments and to award letters for the athletes that qualify. It is also in place to recognize teams for their achievements such as the golf team placing third at state, falling six strokes shy of first and the boys track team for winning their second straight state championship. A total of 63 athletes and team managers qualified for a varsity letter for their performance during the season: 17 for baseball, seven for golf, 16 for girls track and 23 for boys track. A number of other
awards were given out, such as naming athletes to All-District, Conference and State teams, as well as specialized awards for individual sports and the Tiger Award. The Tiger Award is voted upon by team members, recognizing a team member for outstanding performance, attitude and leadership. The winners of the Tiger Award Lamar Democrat/Ben Bunton were Trent Morgan and Ryan Luthi for baseball, Seventeen letters were awarded to members of the Lamar High School Baseball Team. Trenton Landon Maberry for golf, Morgan and Ryan Luthi were recognized with the Tiger Award. Kylie Riegel for girls track and Mark Bartlett for boys track. Other awards that were given out were the Jack Bryan Memorial Award for baseball, presented to Trent Morgan; the Neil Daetwyler Outstanding Golf Award, given to Logan McArthur and the Most Improved Golf Player Award, given to Lamar Democrat/Ben Bunton Jeremy Marti. Twenty-three letters were awarded to members of the Lamar Boys Track Team. The team won their second straight state championship this year. Mark Bartlett was presented the Tiger Award.
Lamar Democrat/Ben Bunton Seven letters were awarded to members of the Lamar High School Golf Team. Landon Maberry received the Tiger Award in this sport.
Lamar Democrat/Ben Bunton Sixteen letters were awarded to members of the Lamar High School Girls Track Team. Kylie Riegel was chosen to receive the Tiger Award.
Lamar Tigersharks MSA Invitational Meet results SPRINGFIELD-A small group of Tigersharks opened the 2014 summer season at the Missouri State Aquatics Tri-State Invitational at the Hammons Pool on May 31 and June 1. Though just nine swimmers participated, those swimmers saw a lot of improvement over previous best times and several earned points for the Tigershark team. Swimmers competing in the meet were Brianna Browning, Ben Hines, Nautica Parker, Ezekiel Ramirez, Zane Reavley, Aiden Reed, Mycah Reed, Faith White and Sierra White. Hines had the best performance of the meet, as he won each of his six
events to earn the 11-12 boys high point trophy. Hines cut time in each of his six events for a total of 27.19 seconds cut over the course of the meet. Hines also got A times in each of his events. Mycah Reed and Faith White swam only on Saturday, but also got A times in the 11-12 girls 50 Free, 50 Back and 100 IM. Ramirez got A times in the 10 and under boys 50 Free, 50 Back, 50 Fly and 100 Free. Reavley earned A times in the 11-12 boys 50 Fly and 50 Breast. Sierra White earned an A time in the 11-12 girls 50 Free. Hines scored 36 points for the Tigersharks with his first place finishes in the 50 Free, 50 Back, 100
IM, 50 Fly, 100 Free and 50 Breast. Mycah Reed added 20 points as she placed second in both the 11-12 girls 50 Free and 50 Back and third in the 100 IM. Ramirez scored 27 points as he scored in each of his six events. He was fourth in the 10 and under boys 50 Free, fifth in the 50 Back and 50 Fly, seventh in the 100 IM and third in the 100 Free and 50 Breast. Faith White and Reavley each added three points. White was sixth in the 11-12 girls 50 Free, while Reavley was eighth in the 11-12 boys 100 Free and seventh in the 50 Breast. The 11-12 girls 200 Medley Relay team of Browning, Sierra White,
Coose signs letter of intent to play basketball
The Lockwood High School Athletic Department is proud to announce that Madison Coose has signed a letter of intent to play basketball for Cottey College in Nevada. Madison is a 2014 Lamar High School graduate and is the daughter of Larry and Teresa Coose and Chad and Danielle Reynolds. Pictured are, sitting, Madison Coose and Coach Dave Ketterman; standing, left to right, are Teresa Coose, Larry Coose, Danielle Reynolds and Lockwood Girls Basketball Coach Kara Kinney.
Mycah Reed and Faith White added 14 points with a second place finish and a time of 2:39.08. The biggest improvement of the meet for the Tigersharks went to Brianna Browning, as she cut 8.95 seconds from her 50 Fly. Tigersharks complete results: Girls 11-12 200 Medley 2, A Lamar (Brianna Browning, Sierra White, Mycah B. Reed, Faith White), 2:39.80 A. Boys 09-10 50 Free 4, Ezekiel Ramirez, 38.33 A. 13, Aidan Reed, 45.61. Girls 09-10 50 Free 33, Nautica Parker, 56.79. Boys 1112 50 Free 1, Benjamin Hines, 26.48 A. 10, Zane Reavley, 36.02. Girls 1112 50 Free 2, Mycah Reed,
28.74 A. 6, Faith White, 32.36. 13, Sierra White, 34.72 A. 27, Brianna Browning, 40.68. Boys 09-10 50 Back 5, Ezekiel Ramirez, 50.15 A. 9, Aidan Reed,, 55.65. Girls 09-10 50 Back 35, Nautica Parker, 1:10.81. Boys 11-12 50 Back 1, Benjamin Hines, 32.86 A. 12, Zane Reavley, 46.59. Girls 11-12 50 Back 2, Mycah Reed, 35.46 A. 9, Faith White, 41.23 A. 22, Sierra White, 49.29. 24, Brianna Browning, 49.78. Boys 09-10 100 IM 7, Ezekiel Ramirez, 1:49.88. 9, Aidan Reed, 2:06.64. Boys 11-12 100 IM 1, Benjamin Hines, 1:13.14 A. Girls 11-12 100 IM 3, Mycah Reed, 1:16.84 A. 10, Faith White, 1:31.18
A. 16, Sierra White, 1:44.37. Boys 09-10 50 Fly 5, Ezekiel Ramirez, 52.21 A. Boys 11-12 50 Fly 1, Benjamin Hines, 30.17 A. 9, Zane Reavley, 42.46 A. Girls 11-12 50 Fly 21, Brianna Browning, 1:01.33. Boys 09-10 100 Free 3, Ezekiel Ramirez, 1:25.18 A. Girls 09-10 100 Free 23, Nautica Parker, 2:04.79. Boys 1112 100 Free 1, Benjamin Hines,1:02.37 A. 8, Zane Reavley, 1:20.91. Girls 1112 100 Free 21, Brianna Browning, 1:36.48. Boys 09-10 50 Breast 3, Ezekiel Ramirez, 55.72. Boys 1112 50 Breast 1, Benjamin Hines, 39.53 A. 7, Zane Reavley, 46.11 A. Girls 1112 50 Breast 23, Brianna Browning, 1:00.00.
Adams qualifies to compete at rodeo
DENVER, Colorado-Kaitlyn Adams, an eighth grade student at Jasper (Missouri) High School, has earned a position on the Missouri state/provincial National Junior High rodeo team and will be traveling with fellow teammates to Des Moines, Iowa, June 22-28, to compete at the 10th annual National Junior High Finals Rodeo (NJHFR) in the poles, goat tying, break away and team roping competitions. Adams is the daughter of Ken Kaitlyn, right, is pictured with Missouri Junior and Sara Adams and Kristy High Director Leeanna Meador as Kaitlyn and John Graham. receives her All-Around Cowgirl Champion Featuring roughly 1,000 con- Buckle. testants from 42 states, five broadcasts of each NJHFR performance Canadian provinces and Australia, the NJHFR is the world's largest ju- will also air online at NHSRATV.com. nior high rodeo. In addition to competing Performance times are 7 p.m. on June 23, for more than $75,000 in prizes, NJHFR and 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. each day thereafter. contestants will also be vying for more Along with great rodeo competition than $100,000 in college scholarships and and the chance to meet new friends from the chance to be named a National Junior around the world, NJHFR contestants High Finals Rodeo National Champion. have the opportunity to enjoy shooting To earn this title contestants must finish sports, volleyball, tug-of-war, contestant in the top 20 – based on their combined dances, family-oriented activities, church times/scores in the first two rounds – to services sponsored by the Fellowship of advance to Saturday evening's final round. Christian Cowboys and shopping at the National champions will then be deter- NJHFR tradeshow, as well as visiting area mined based on their three-round com- attractions as Des Moines hosts the NJHFR for the time time. bined times/scores. Again, this year, the Saturday champion- To follow local favorites at the NJHFR, ship performance will be televised nation- visit NHSRA.org daily for complete really as a part of the Clinch Highschool Ro- sults. For ticket information and reservadeo Tour telecast series on RFD-TV. Live tions visit CatchDesMoines.com/rodeo.
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All School Art Show results
The All School Art Show was held May 1, in the Lamar High School gymnasium. Those attending picked their favorite portraits/paintings to decide the winners. The winners were Josie Kaderly, first; Kelsey Taffner, Alannis Divine, Kenna Roland and Raquel Reno, tied for second and Emily Bishop, third. Pictured, left to right, are Kaderly, Roland, Divine, Reno, Taffner and Bishop.
Big 8 Art Competition held Placing in Drawing Landscape were, left to right, AlannisDivine, first, Raquel Reno, second, Grant Probert, fifth and Kelsey Taffner, fourth.
Shama DunhamWalker took third and fourth in Drawing Mixed Media.
The Big 8 Art Competition was held April 25 and 26, at Mt. Vernon High School. Nine participating schools vied for awards in 48 categories, with approximately 1500 entries. Lamar High School students won several ribbons and medals.
Alannis Divine took first in Live Competition.
Alannis Divine, left, took second and third place in Drawing – Dry Media, with Raquel Reno, right, taking fourth. Cheyenne Donahue placed first and second in Mixed Media Non-Representational.
Kenna Roland, left, placed first, with Kelsey Taffner taking fifth in Collage.
Brandon Eaves took third in Acrylics.
Trinity Cornell placed fourth and fifth in Monoprint.
Placing in Figurative Drawing were Ethan Gillis, first, and Josie Kaderly, second.
Placing in Drawing Wet Media were, left to right, Jonathan Schroeder, first, Danica Bass, second and fourth and Raquel Reno, third.
Ryan O'Sullivan took second with her Watercolor.
Lamar students place at Big 8 Middle School Art Show Lamar competed in the Big 8 Middle School Art Show and Competition Saturday, May 3, in Carl Junction. Those showing their works were sixth graders Kyler Cox, placing first in graphite, second, masks; Tyler DeMoss, third, masks; Ashland Diggs, third, pen and ink; Annie Greene, first, printmaking; Sammy Hampton, third, printmaking; Doran Hill, second,
printmaking; Elise James, first, masks, third, graphite; Danielle Nance, second, graphite, second, pen and ink and Hannah Venable, first, pen and ink. Seventh grade students recognized were Hailey Burr, second place, mixed media realistic; Elijah Clines, second, 2D open; Duncan Gepner, second, 3D open; Michael Henderson, first, wire sculpture; Gabi Miller, first, oil pastel, third, mixed media re-
alistic and Kinely Nance, first, mixed media realistic. Students in eighth grade showing their works were Darrah Bartlett, first, 2D open, first, wire sculpture; Brandy Brooks, third, graphite; Isaiah Cleveland, third, wire sculpture; Hades McCaslin, second, printmaking and CR Thompson, third, printmaking.
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Teens gather on MU Campus for 69th State 4-H Congress Tony Morgan, Lamar, a member of the Learn A Do 4-H Club, joined youth from every corner of the state who gathered on the University of Missouri campus on May 2830, for the 69th annual State 4-H Congress. In all, 294 teens, ages 14-18, participated in a variety of hands-on workshops that fit their interests. Choices ranged widely, from leadership develop-
ment to acting, writing and meteorology. "4-H is about building life skills," said Elaine Davis, 4-H youth program assistant, "State 4-H Congress helps teens develop important abilities, explore careers and make positive new friends from across the state." State 4-H Congress delegates also elect 36 peers to represent them on the state's 4-H council for the
coming year. This council works with faculty from MU and Lincoln University to provide a youth voice in the continued development of Missouri 4-H programs. 4-H in Missouri is a program of MU Extension. Over 22,000 Missouri children and youth participate in 4-H clubs and over 276,000 were reached by Missouri 4-H programs in 2012. Re-
search shows youth involved with 4-H more likely to pursue careers in science, excel in leadership, have higher educational goals and embrace fewer unhealthy behaviors such as alcohol and tobacco.
“Media and Expert Guide” lists MU Extension programs and specialists available in southwest Missouri SPRINGFIELD, MoThe “2014 Expert Guide” for southwest Missouri is now available online from University of Missouri Extension. The updated guide lists the programs MU Extension specialists in southwest Missouri can offer a community or organization as well as the topics they can address with authority. The guide contains a biographical sketch of each MU Extension specialist in southwest Missouri. Extension specialists in southwest Missouri are available to present programs, or address questions from the news media, on a variety of topics. These topics are related to: agricultural profitability and viability; human development and individual strengths; business, community and economic development; enhancing health and nutrition; environmental quality and stewardship and youth development. Journalists will find the guide helpful when searching for local experts to address local issues.
This resource should also help individuals and groups who arrange community programming or need an expert to address local issues. “Journalists and freelancers are the primary
GREENFIELD-The Dade County Commission met Monday, May 5, 9 a.m. Present were Presiding Commissioner Randy Daniel, Eastern Commissioner Dallas Maxwell, Western Commissioner David Rusch and County Clerk Melinda Wright. Daniel called the meeting to order. Don Long and Merle Johnson met with the commission to discuss
culvert and bridge projects, problem areas and water flow, particularly on Farm Road 175 and Farm Road 181. The commission advised they would look at those areas that day. The BRO fund and Soft Match fund to cover large bridges were discussed. The worst case scenario would be that they might be $30,000 short, but may have funds for a 30 foot
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OATS community news By DORRIS MAYFIELD
Enjoy happy springtime! OATS Transportation Service wishes to express its gratitude and thanks to the Barton and Dade communities for their continued patronage and support. On April 4, the OATS combined Barton and Dade Support Committee meeting was visited by Jeff Robinson, regional director of the Southwest Region. He reported that Jay Bramblett was appointed as area manager of the region. Robinson and Bramblett stated that they had visited Jefferson City to speak to Senate and House representatives about
a transportation tax bill resolution that is being considered. OATS former chairperson Corine Choate returned to California in December 2013 to help take care of her father, who had succumbed to his illness. Corine called and sends regards to mutual community friends. She misses Missouri and is looking forward to returning in the future, after fulfilling her family commitments. Congratulations to Alice and Martin Porter, who celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on May 21. We wish them all the love, friendship and blessings for a lifetime of happiness. They would be happy to receive a card and it can be sent to them
Various offices moving into old bank building purchased by Dade County
bridge. The commission discussed moving one of the cabinets from the old bank building to the commission office for needed space. An informational meeting with township officers was held by the commission, with no minutes kept. Tim Rice with Invata presented another method of chip and seal for see DADE, page 4B
McCullough presented with Liberal Civic Group scholarship LIBERAL-The Liberal Area Civic Group met Tuesday, May 20, in the Barton Community Room. President Mary Toney called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Eleven members were present. Toney called for the reading of the minutes and Sally Fast read them from the previous meeting, with no corrections being made. The minutes were declared approved as read. Jacqui Nichols gave the treasurer's report, stating a balance of $11,412.24 in checking and a CD holding $1,904.05. President Toney stated Kayla McCollough had been presented the $500 scholarship from the Civic Group. Barton County Chamber served as the selection committee. Toney stated that, on behalf of the Civic Group, she had presented a “Welcome to Liberal” certificate to the new owners of Liberal Building Supply, LLC. The project of building a new shelter at the south
plan programs or need speakers,” said David Burton, civic communication specialist for University of Missouri Extension. To request a copy of the guide, contact the nearest University of Mis-
city park was discussed. Prior to the meeting several members had met at the park to discuss various sizes and location for the project. The next step, per a consensus of the group at the meeting, was to check pricing and specs for the building prior to approaching city government for approval. Flag Day (June 14) was the next topic on the agenda. The Civic Group committed to assisting the American Legion and VFW in hosting a flag retirement ceremony. Due to the reverence of the event, the social which had been originally suggested, was changed to be a future event. The retirement ceremony is set to start at 7 p.m., at the south city park on June 14. The public is invited to attend. Used and worn flags can be left at Barton Mutual Insurance, or brought to the event on the 14th. Toney reminded the group of the City Wide Rummage Sale scheduled to take place June 7.
Other items discussed, but not voted on, were a fundraiser of the building project and special recognition for the fire department, that is celebrating 50 years of existence this year. With no other business to be discussed, Toney stated the next meeting would be June 17, 7 p.m., in the Barton Community Room, and declared the meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m.
at 313 SE 90th Lane, Lamar, MO 64759. We are happy to send congratulations to Jolean and Kate Hackney, talented daughters of Craig Hackney and LaNita Hackney, Barton County OATS driver. The OATS community wishes Jolean and Kate many years of personal achievements. Jolean is a 17 year old Lockwood High School junior whose talent is in the musical field as a vocalist. She was selected for All District Junior-Senior Honor Choir in the fall of 2013. In January, she performed with the All State Choir for the Music Educators Conference. In March she participated in the District Music Contest, with renditions of
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two alto vocal solos, a ladies trio and a mixed sextet. The 1 rating for her solos and mixed sextet won her a place at the State Music Festival held May 3, where she received a 2 rating for two vocal solos and a 3 rating for mixed sextet. She will spend June 21-28, at the University of see OATS, page 4B
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MELVIN DITMARS GUTHRIE CENTER, Iowa-There will be no visitation or funeral for Melvin Ditmars, 86, who died Wednesday, June 4, 2014, at the New Homestead Nursing Home, after experiencing a badly damaged heart attack. Burial of cremated remains was held at 10 a.m. Monday, at Union Cemetery in Guthrie Center. Arrangements were under the direction of Twigg Funeral Home, Guthrie Center. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central Iowa. Survivors include his wife of 29 years, Olive Ditmars, of Guthrie Cen-
ter; his children, Larry and wife Jacque, Spring Valley, Nevada, Joann La Venture and husband Bob, Albuquerque, N.M., Dale of Joplin, Missouri and Linda of Joplin, Missouri; a sister, Shirley of Georgia; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; a great-greatgrandchild and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Josephine Holland and two brothers, Robert and Clarence. Mr. Ditmars was born July 30, 1927, in Osborn, Missouri, to Clay and Lulu Ditmars. He was a member of the Cornerstone Baptist Church at Nevada, Missouri. Before he entered the service, he worked at Dannen Dairy Farms in Little Rock, Ark. He entered the Navy in World War II, on April 6, 1945, at Great Lakes Naval Base as a Seabee Seaman 1st Class. He sailed aboard the USS Nicholas DD/ DDE and FFG47. He landed in the Philippines, where he was a big rig operator, building airstrips for American plans to land as well as fighting the Japanese who were holed up in the caves in the mountains. He was discharged May 7, 1946, but was still in the Naval Reserves. He joined the Korean Conflict Era on Nov. 16, 1950 and was discharged July 13, 1953. While in the service he
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won the Philippine Liberation Medal, Victory Medal, Asiatic Pacific Area Campaign Medal and the American Area Campaign Medal, among others. Arriving back to the U.S. He lived and worked in California for a number of years. He was a reserve on the sheriff 's department in San Pablo, Calif., for a number of years. Also being experienced with big rigs, he helped to build new roads in California. Later, he worked for Safety Co., working in the produce warehouse. Safeway transferred him to Carthage, Missouri to be a supervisor in a Safeway cheese plant, retiring from there in 1989.
CODY SCHEETZ LAMAR-A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. today (Wednesday) at Daniel Funeral Home for Cody Wayne Scheetz, 17, Lamar, who died Saturday, June 7, 2014, from injuries sustained in a vehicle-pedestrian accident. Memorial contributions
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arrival of their daughter. Paisley Brooke Weis was born at 1:31 p.m. on Monday, April 28, 2014, Justin Weis and Brooke at Mercy Hospital in CarMcClane of Lamar are thage. She weighed six proud to announce the pounds and seven ounces
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may be made to Children’s Miracle Network, in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be shared at www.danielfuneralhome.net. Survivors include his parents, Dale and Loretta Scheetz, of the home; grandparents, Darrell and Christina Scheetz, Follansbee, W.V.; four sisters, Megan L. Scheetz, Jarica R. Willet and Josh Smith, Erica L. Scheetz and Brianna L. Scheetz and Josh Kavanagh, all of Lamar; three nephews, Brennon Scheetz, Rally Kavanagh and Treyton Tripplet and a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Karen Scheetz, Warren Curtis, Norma June Curtis, Byron “Tiny” White and Frankie Wilkenson and an uncle, Eric Scheetz. Mr. Scheetz was born Feb. 25, 1997, to Dale W. and Loretta (Curtis) Scheetz. He was a student at Lamar High School and worked for Bill Griffitt Farms. An avid outdoorsman, with a zest for life, he was happy target practicing with clay pigeons or working in the hay fields. He enjoyed his many dogs, especially his favorite pit bull, Angel. He was born with a nofear passion for anything with a motor that he could drive or ride, and many great family memories were made on jet skis on Stockton Lake.
and was 19 ½ inches long. Maternal grandparents are John McClane and Pam Gartman of Lamar. Paternal grandparents are Paul Weis, Greenfield, and Sherry Weis, Lamar.
PROPERTY TRANSFERS Warranty Deed, filed May 22, 2014. Judith K. Gastel of Barton County, Missouri to Leo J. Needham and Hannah L. Needham of Barton County, Missouri: A tract commencing at the southeast corner of the southeast quarter of section 10, township 32, range 31, and running thence west along the south line of said southeast quarter 762.25 feet, thence north 165 feet, thence east 762.25 feet, thence south 165 feet to the place of beginning, in Barton County, Missouri. Warranty Deed, filed May 22, 2014. MKW Enterprises, LLC to Randy Lewis and Norma Lewis: Lots 1, 2 and 3, and the east nine feet of lot 4 in block 3, Town of Milford, in Barton County, Missouri. Warranty Deed, filed May 22, 2014. Randy Lewis and Norma Lewis of Barton County, Mis-
THE HEATH REUNION WILL BE HELD Sunday, June 29, at Lamar Memorial Hall. Bring a covered dish. Lunch will be at 12 noon. For information call Lois Rush at 417-358-7892. THE DADE COUNTY DEMOCRAT CLUB will meet Thursday, June 12, 6 p.m., at the Greenfield Community building in the city park. Bob Glenn will speak regarding his candidacy for Dade County presiding commissioner on the Democrat ticket. Light refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome to attend. A TOWN HALL STYLE MEETING FOR the 32nd Committee will be held Wednesday, June 21, 7 p.m., at the Laborers Hall on 20th and Empire. THE BARTON COUNTY LIBRARY BOARD of Trustees will meet Tuesday, June 17, 9:30 a.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library. The tentative agenda will include (1) financial report review including approval of bills paid, (2) minutes and (3) director’s report. VFW POST 3691 AND LADIES AUXILIARY will meet Monday June 23, 7:30 p.m., in the basement of Lamar Memorial Hall. A potluck supper will be held before the meeting at 6:30 p.m. All veterans are welcome. THE FIBER ART GUILD WILL MEET Thursday, June 19, 9 a.m., at Denny’s in Lamar. There will be a program. Roll call will be answered with something about summer. THE FOUR STATE CHAPTER OF THE Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) will host a World War I program on Tuesday, June 17, 7 p.m., at Lamar Memorial Hall. Beth Bazal, an interpretive specialist from the Missouri State Parks, will provide an informative and historical perspective on what impact World War I had on Captain Harry S. Truman and how it affected his future decisions as the 33rd president. Light refreshments will be served following the program. THE JASPER SURVIVING SPOUSES WILL meet Wednesday, June 11, 11 a.m., at the Senior Citizens center for lunch. All widows and widowers are welcome to join them. MILFORD TOWNSHIP ROAD BOARD meeting will be held Wednesday, June 11, 7 p.m., at 515 NE 88th Lane. LAMAR UNITED METHODSIT CHURCH will hold Weird Animals Vacation Bible School June 2226, for ages preschool to sixth grade. VBS will run from 6 p.m. to 8:05 p.m. each day. To pre-register go to lamarunitedmethodist church.com or call 682-3306. THE TRUSTEES OF GREENFIELD Cemetery of Cedar County have posted a notice that all flowers (real and artificial) deemed dead or unsightly, or that interfere with mowing, will be removed by cemetery personnel at their discretion by June 20. DOUG AND ELAINE HAILE WILL CELEBRATE their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday, June 14, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., at the First Baptist Church in Lamar. Your presence on this special day is the only gift desired. The reception will be hosted by their children and grandchildren. 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. THE 2014 LAMAR FREE FAIR DATES have been set for August 16-23. LAMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADE CARDS may be picked up at the office Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.12 p.m and 1-3 p.m.
souri to Donna Holt of Barton County, Missouri: Lots 1, 2, and 3, and the east nine feet of lot 4 in block 3, Town of Milford, in Barton County, Missouri. General Warranty Deed, filed May 22, 2014. John Daniel Breder and Dennis G. Breder to Florence E. Arthur: All of lots 3 and 4 in block 1 of J.T. Brown's First Addition to the City of Lamar, Missouri, subject to a 5 foot utility easement across the entire west side of said lot 4. Warranty Deed, filed May 22, 2014. Steve Coleman and Sarah Coleman of Barton County, Missouri to Kevin D. Redman and Shannon J. Redman of Barton County, Missouri: All of lot 1, except 30 feet off the west side thereof; and all of lot 2, except 20 feet off the west side thereof, in block 64; all in First Addition to the Town of Mindenmines, in Barton County, Missouri. Warranty Deed, filed May 22, 2014. Kevin D. Redman and Shannon J. Redman of Barton County, Missouri to Steve Coleman and Sarah Coleman of Barton County, Missouri: Lots 3 and 4 in block 63 in First Addition to the Town of Minden-
mines, Barton County, Missouri. General Warranty Deed, filed May 29, 2014. Ashley Autumn Pratt and David L. Pratt to Robert T. Tolman and Judith A. Tolman: A tract in the southwest quarter of the southeast quarter of section 1, township 31, range 31, Barton County, Missouri. General Warranty Deed, filed May 29, 2014. Dogwood Hill Farm LLC to Vance W. Griffin and Chelsie D. Griffin: 50.85 acres in the southwest quarter of section 3, township 31, range 30, Barton County, Missouri. General Warranty Deed, filed May 29, 2014. Dogwood Hill Farm, LLC to Bradley Forst and Julie Forst: 15.31 acres in the southwest quarter of section 3, township 31, range 30, Barton County, Missouri. Corporation Warranty Deed, filed May 29, 2014. Marti Farms, Inc. to Kara Leigh Kinney: A tract in the southwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section 9, township 32, range 30, Barton County, Missouri containing 5.00 acres. General Warranty Deed, filed May 29, 2014. Matthew K. Volkman
and Kimberly S. Volkman to Dale L. Beverley and Mariam H. Beverley: A tract commencing 16 feet north and 206.25 feet east of the northwest corner of southwest quarter of northeast quarter of section 35, township 31, range 29, in the Town of Golden City, Barton County, Missouri and running thence east 110 feet, thence south 211.2 feet, thence west 110 feet, thence north 211.2 feet to the place of beginning. General Warranty Deed, filed May 29, 2014. Marc R. Volkman and Loretta A. Volkman to Dale L. Beverley and Mariam H. Beverley: A tract commencing 16 feet north and 206.25 feet east of the northwest corner of southwest quarter of northeast quarter of section 35, township 31, range 29, in the Town of Golden City, Barton County, Missouri and running east 110 feet,
thence south 211.2 feet, thence west 110 feet, thence north 211.2 feet to the place of beginning. General Warranty Deed, filed May 30, 2014. Edwin L. Moore and Teresa Diane Moore to Bo Travis Bennett and Julie Ann Bennett: All of lot 1, Reavley’s Northlake Addition to the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri. Special Warranty Deed, filed May 30, 2014. Penny Mac Mortgage Investment Trust Holdings, LLC to Joshua A. Graves: All of lot 2 in block 2, Lakeview Addition to the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri. General Warranty Deed, filed June 2, 2014. William Richard Kaderly and Pamela Kaderly, and Henry Etta Howell and William Howell to April Dawn Vaughan: A tract in lots 3 and 4 in Block 5 of A. Cockrell’s First Addition to the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri.
The following calls were made by Lamar Police Department: * Officers were dispatched May 5 to Murphy Oil located in the Walmart parking lot. There had been a vehicle collision on the lot. When an officer arrived he found that a customer had pulled into fuel his truck. He was pulling a camper trailer. Once fueled, he tried to pull from the pump island and there was appar-
ently not enough room for him to make his turn and his trailer struck the diesel pump, destroying the pump itself. There was neither fire nor any injuries. Information was taken at the scene for the collision report. * A door to door meat salesman was stopped May 6, in the 1400 block of Walnut to check for a license to sale door to door. He told the officer that he was just responding to
those customers who had placed phone orders with his company. A check of the subject revealed that he had an active warrant issued out of El Dorado Springs. The warrant had been issued on a charge of failure to appear on a charge of soliciting without a license. The subject, Terrance D. McKinstry, 41, Liberty, was taken to the Barton County Jail, where he was turned over to jail staff for bonding.
* A burglary was reported to have occurred May 6 in the 1000 block of Grand St. The reporting party told officers that she found the residence unsecured and gave them a list of missing property. Missing from a garage were several tools, a Stihl weed eater, two brand new Weedeater brand weed eaters, a skil saw and blades and a Brinkman smoker. The value of the see POLICE, page 4B
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Central Missouri in Warrensburg as a Missouri Girls' State delegate. She will participate in the Missouri Girls' State Choir during this time, as well. Kate is a 20 year old 2014
Crowder College graduate with an associates degree in biochemistry and forensic science. She will enter MSSU in Joplin this fall, majoring in her related field. Besides
Dade, continued from page 2B roads. No votes or notes were taken. Six of seven townships, with two from each township, were present. Rice kept the sign in sheet. Law enforcement issues were discussed regarding cost, risk factor, liability, etc. Considering the fact that the jail cost is now hurting the county as it is, the question arises as to what was the turn around and best solution as to the multiple options, the interest and consistent management and staffing, as well as the willingness to work to make it work and pay by the jail management and staffing. Considering a 10 year or 20 year loan regarding a new jail, verses housing prisoners out and maintaining a small facility for immediate or overnight housing as necessary. The commission will be advertising for a part time janitor for the jail during business hours. They will need to set a pay for part
time help, according to what the job entails. The commission will put an ad in the paper for a janitor. The Dade County Head Start program was discussed. The question raised regarding the Greenfield Head Start program was if the program has adequate preparation quality for starting kindergarten. Liberty Tech is calling for internet to be installed in the judge's office. The county is mandated to pay for it. The extension office and Bob Kitsmiller's office are
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her academic achievements in the sciences, she was recently published in “The Quill”, a national art magazine, attaining a 3-D art win, receiving honorable mention for a ceramic tree and second place for a dress made of playing cards, feathers and
jewels. She received honorable mention from the Crowder Art Show in May for a ceramic pigeon that depicts celebrating the training of messenger pigeons during World War II at Camp Crowder. She also won third in 3-D art with a ceramic sculpture.
moving in and Christy Welch will be moved in ASAP to the old bank building, now owned by Dade County. The commission discussed other offices to possibly move in, that would be an asset to both parties. It was reported that Carl Beerly was doing fine and was back to running the road grader in his township. At noon, the commission met with the County Connection at the Christian center. Jail issues for the August ballot were discussed by the commission, as well
as possible signatures for countywide township in November. The signatures needed for the ballot will be 10 percent of the last general election, which would be 395 signatures required, plus an additional tax support. The April 28 minutes were unanimously approved as read. The commission traveled to check on culverts on S. Dade 175, S. Dade 67 and W. Dade 166. They also checked on S. Dade 181 and 191. The commission then checked on a complaint on E. Dade 102.
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Police, continued from page 3B stolen property was approximately $500. * A burglary was reported to have occurred May 7 in the 1800 block of Jackson St. The victim reported that someone had entered a garage behind their residence and stole approximately $400 worth of tools, including a Dewalt cordless saw with charger, a tool box that had a handle missing, a Dewalt cordless light with charger and a Homelite chain saw. * The Cedar County Sheriff ’s office notified the Lamar Police Department on May 7 that they had contact with a person who had a Lamar municipal warrant for failure to appear issued for his arrest. The subject was William Joseph Rogers, 36, of Stockton, The warrant
was confirmed and Rogers was taken into custody and later posted a bond and was released. * A case was opened May 8 for a 16 year old male subject who was beyond parental control. Once officers arrived they calmed the situation and the case information will be forwarded on to the juvenile authorities. * A two vehicle collision was investigated May 9 on the parking lot of the Travel Plaza. No injuries were reported at the time of the accident and according to statements taken, this collision occurred as one vehicle was pulling into a parking place while the other was backing out. * Three juveniles were contacted May 10 on the court house lawn, from jumping on an air consee POLICE, page 5B
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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS Police, continued from page 4B ditioner unit. The three juveniles, aged 12, 13 and 15, will be referred to the juvenile officers for a follow-up. contact. * Officers were dispatched May 10 to the parking lot of Orscheln’s in reference to a hit and run vehicle collision that had occurred. According to the one person who was left on scene, they told the officer that they were traveling down 12th St. when they were struck in the rear by an early model
gray Toyota Camry. Once the vehicle struck theirs, it appeared that the driver of the Camry was going to pull into the lot and make contact, instead it just drove away. No injuries were reported as a result of this collision. * Arrested May 11 on a warrant issued out of Vernon County on a minor traffic charge was Howard Alan Morris, 41, Lamar. Morris was transported to the Barton County Jail and turned over to the
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI UNIVERSITY BANK Plaintiff, vs. DAVID E. NOYES Serve: 902 Village Drive Pittsburg, KS 66762 TRESA NOYES 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, 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. Noyes and Tresa Noyes 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. Noyes and Tresa Noyes, 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,
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staff for bonding. * A dog bite was reported May 11 in the 200 block of Broadway. It was believed that the dog was being protective of some children in the yard when a neighbor entered the yard and suddenly woke up the dog. The victim, a 9 year old girl, was bitten on the left forearm. She had been taken to the Community Health Center in Pittsburg, Kansas, who in turn originally notified the Lamar Police Department. * An incident involving a 16 year old male subject
in the block of 1000 E. 10th St. was investigated on May 12. After preliminarily dealing with him, he is to be referred to the juvenile authorities for being beyond parental control. * A theft of prescription medication was reported to have occurred May 12 in the 1100 block of Jefferson St. * A 16 year old male subject was referred to the juvenile officer May 12, on charges of assault and disorderly conduct stemming from an incident that had occurred at the
school. * A burglary was reported to have occurred May 13 in the 1300 block of Lexington St. Stolen were a couple of video games valued at $20 by the victim. * A 17 year old student, Cody Wayne Scheetz, was issued a summons on May 14 by the school resource officer for being in possession of tobacco products. * An eight year old male subject was contacted May 15 in reference to an assault that had occurred. He will be referred to the juvenile office for further
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 estate of the above-named defendant, in and to said real estate, to satisfy said execution and costs. S-L. Mitchell Shaw, Sheriff Barton County, Missouri s-Kevin Checkett, #25838 P.O. Box 409 Carthage, MO 64836 (417) 358-4049 Telephone (417) 358-6341, Facsimile Attorney for University Bank, Plaintiff Published in the Lamar Democrat 5-21,28,6-4,11-4tc
The successor trustee will on June 26, 2014 between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, more particularly at 12:00PM, at the West Front Door of the Barton County Courthouse, 1007 Broadway, Lamar, Missouri sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash (certified funds only), the following real estate: LOT TWO (2), IN BLOCK ONE (1), EXCEPT TEN (10) FEET OFF THE ENTIRE NORTH SIDE THEREOF, IN RICE’S SUBDIVISION OF LOTS ONE (1) AND TWO (2), BLOCK TWO (2) AND LOTS ONE (1) AND TWO (2), BLOCK FOUR (4), A. COCKRELL’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LAMAR, IN BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI. Commonly known as: 1003 Heagon Street, Lamar, Missouri 64759 for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness and the costs of executing this trust. CSM Foreclosure Trustee Corp. Successor Trustee
(800) 652-4080 PUBLICATION THE STATE OF 4x 6/4, 6/11, 6/18 and MISSOURI TO: KRISTY J. 6/25/14 FLORES CSM File 26-14-00128 You are hereby notified 6-4,11,18,25-4tc that an action has been Notice of Board of commenced against you in Equalization the Circuit Court of Barton The Barton County Board County, Missouri, General of Equalization will convene Division, the object and July 14, 2014, 1:00 p.m. general nature of which is in the Barton County guardianship of above minor Commission Room 102, child. The names of all parties 1004 Gulf, Lamar, MO to said action are stated in 64759. An appointment may the above caption hereof, be made on or before June and the name and address 27, 2014 by contacting the of the attorney is: Belinda S. County Clerk’s office, 1004 Elliston, 114 West 10th Street, Gulf, Lamar, Mo 64759, 417 Lamar, MO 64759. You are 682-3529. The closing date further notified that unless of the Board of Equalization you file an answer to the pleading or shall otherwise will be July 31, 2014. 6-11,18-2tc appear and defend against the aforesaid Petition within IN THE CIRCUIT forty-five (45) days after June COURT OF BARTON 11, 2014, judgment by default COUNTY, MISSOURI will be rendered against you. PROBATE DIVISION WITNESSTH my hand and In the Matter of: the seal of the Court on June K.N.R. 5, 2014. Dob; 2003 s-JANET B. MAUPIN, A female minor child under Circuit Clerk the age of 17, By: JANET B. MAUPIN, Case No. 14B4-PR00027 Clerk NOTICE UPON ORDER 6-11,18,25,7-2-4tc FOR SERVICE BY
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE A default has accrued on a certain note secured by a deed of trust executed by, Michael Paul Fletcher dated 5/12/2010 and recorded on 5/12/2010 as Document Number 2010-671, in the Recorder’s office for Barton County, Missouri.
action in reference to the case. * A 14 year old male subject was referred to the juvenile office on May 15, on charges of arson and property destruction. * Contact was made May 16 with Amber Nicole Wilson, 31, Lamar, while she was being detained by the Barton County Sheriff ’s Department on another, unrelated investigation. The Lamar Municipal Court had issued a warrant for her arrest on a failure to appear charge. Wilson was processed and turned over to jail staff.
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Cards of Thanks The family of Lois Tucker of Golden City would like to sincerely thank all those who have sent flowers, cards, food, and thoughts and prayers on Lois’s recent passing. 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. You are invited to Living Word Church, located at 1304 Francis St. at the corner of 14th St. East. We are a spirit filled non-denominational church. Pastor
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familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference limitation, or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate, which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis".
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Pedestrian killed when struck by freightliner According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol report, 17 year old Cody W Scheetz, Lamar, was attempting to cross I-49 at 11:02 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, one mile north of Lamar, when he
was struck by a northbound 2007 Freightliner being driven by Reynaldo M Diaz, 73, Winterhaven, Fla. Scheetz was pronounced deceased at the scene by Barton County
LAMAR-Jill Scheidt, agronomy specialist with University of Missouri Extension, scouted fields near Verdella on June 4 and sent out a phone report that day to subscribers to the MU Extension field crop scouting report. “Wheat is in the soft dough stage; there are a lot of kernels, but they are not very full,” said Scheidt. “No more armyworms were seen and should begin pupating and no longer cause a threat.” According to Scheidt, stagonospora glume blotch was seen in one wheat field. Stagonospora is promoted by cool, humid weather and is identified by ir-
regular shaped lesions on leaves with black specks, called picnidia, on the lesion, dark spots will also occur on the kernel. Scheidt scouted corn in the 11-12 leaf stage, several nutrient deficiencies were seen. “Phosphorus deficiency is identified by slow, stunted early growth and purple leaves. Potassium deficiency is identified by firing or burning of leaf tips. Zinc and magnesium deficiency is identified by narrow white or yellow stripes between the veins. Zinc occurs in newer leaves, magnesium occurs in lower leaves,” said Scheidt. “Soybeans were emerging; a little insect feeding
was seen on cotyledons, but not enough to harm the plant,” said Scheidt. Additional information can be found at http:// ipm.missouri.edu/ipm_ pubs/ipm1016.pdf The weekly field scouting report is sponsored by University of Missouri Extension and Barton County Extension. For more information on this scouting report, or to learn how to receive it a week earlier by telephone, contact the MU Extension Center in Barton County, (417) 682-3579. A video about scouting for Armyworms can be viewed at: https:// www.youtube.com/ watch?v=yzkPrpRj4mc.
LAMAR-Jill Scheidt, agronomy specialist with University of Missouri Extension, has seen several long-neck seed bugs in many strawberry patches during the late spring. “Long-necked seed bugs are a beneficial insect in strawberries,” said Scheidt. The long-necked seed bug is 3/8 inch long. The head is black and they appear to have a neck. The wings are brown with yellow etched lines. The legs are slender and yellowish with black knee joints. The antennae have four segments; the first and last segments are black
and the middle antennae segments are orange in color. “Long-neck seed bugs are classified in the hemiptera order and the heteroptera suborder, meaning they are a true bug, like aphids, stinkbugs and leaf hoppers. They have piercing, sucking mouthparts, meaning their mouthparts look similar to a beak, like a hummingbird,” said Scheidt. They can be found under leaf litter in early spring and in fields and under artificial lights in the summer. Longnecked seed bugs over-
winter in woodland and migrate to fields in the spring and summer; they are attracted to lights. According to Richard Houseman, University of Missouri plant sciences professor, long-neck seed bugs will sometimes feed on strawberry seeds but are rarely a threat needing treatment. They primarily feed on other small insects. Pictures of a longnecked seed bug are available on the Barton County Extension website at www.extension.missouri. edu/barton. For more information call 417-6823579.
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specter of drought, just yet. The month of May began decidedly on the cool side. When dawn arrived on the 1st, the temperature was a chilly 33 degrees. The next morning, it was 34, and there was sufficient moisture in the air to create patchy areas of light frost. The middle of the month saw chilly temperatures return again. It dropped to 36 on the 16th, shattering the previous record of 41 degrees, which had stood since 1973. Also, there were a few patches of light frost again visible. The following day saw a low of 41, establishing another new record by one degree, which also dated back to 1973. However, in between the chilly periods, May produced some heat. The
high of 91 on the 5th was the third record temperature for the month, eclipsing the previous record by one degree, a mark that had stood since 1952. On 18 dates, the temperature rose to 80 degrees or higher, producing a mean for the month of 68.10, which was 2.94 degrees higher than the long term average. June is the second wettest month of the year, historically. Its long term monthly average is 5.04 inches. It got a good start in not only matching that figure, but surpassing it, when 1.12 inches fell in the early morning hours of the 2nd, 0.41 was recorded on the 4th, and 2.20 on the 5th. It also marks the beginning of summer, which occurs this year on the 21st.
Long-neck seed bugs beneficial in strawberries
May continued stinginess of moisture
Fire department responds to structure fire The Lamar Fire Department responded to a structure fire located at 505-A Gulf St., at 10:28 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3. The structure is owned by O'Sullivan Industries and the home was occupied by Adam Michna, who reported the fire.
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Coroner Tucker Joustra. Assisting the state highway patrol troopers were deputies from the Barton County Sheriff 's Office, as well as the Barton County Ambulance and the Lamar Fire Department.
Nutrient deficiencies found in corn, armyworms no longer a threat
LAMAR-May was not as turbulent across Barton County this year as compared with many past years, and neither was it as generous with moisture. Weather records show May to be historically the wettest month of the year with an average rainfall of 5.24 inches. This year it grudgingly gave us only 2.20 inches here in Lamar, bringing the moisture deficiency for the first five months of the year to 10.23 inches. This has the earmarks of an impending drought. However, showers have been very spotty, and some parts of the county, and surrounding counties as well, have enjoyed much more rainfall. So, it’s not time to raise the
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The cause of the fire has been listed as a portable dishwasher. Damage was moderate. The fire department responded with three trucks and 14 firefighters and was on the scene for approximately 1 ¼ hours.
The Barton County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for Anna Ball of It Works! at 12 noon on Monday, May 19, at the chamber office. According to Anna, the It Works! naturally based body contouring formula is mess free, paraben free and will have one looking and feeling younger with firmer, tighter, smoother and more radiant skin in as little as 45 minutes. Anyone interested should call Ball at 417-214-1535 or visit her website at www.annaswrap2healthyliving.myitworks.com.
Job numbers up in April across area By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer
JEFFERSON CITYApril saw job numbers increase in all five counties that the Democrat tracks through figures released by the Missouri Department of Economic Development. Even though the size of the work force increased at the same time in four of the five counties, the surge in jobs was sufficient to drive the unemployment rate down by more than a percentage point in all five counties. The exception to the work force growth was Jasper County, which had 308 persons drop out of its work force. This was partially responsible for the job-
less rate in Jasper County dropping from 6.2 percent in March to 5.1 percent in April. Still, the addition of 340 new jobs in April was a major factor as well. Vernon County created 222 new jobs in April while 54 persons rejoined its work force. The strength of this gain drove the jobless rate down to 5.1 percent, matching Jasper County. This was a 1.7 percent improvement from Vernon County’s 6.8 percent in March. Cedar County also had its unemployment rate to drop 1.7 percent. Its April rate was 5.3 percent on the strength of 185 new jobs, despite the fact its work force expanded by 79. Barton County added 125 jobs while 50 more persons joined its work force. This lowered its unemployment rate to 7.1 percent, a pleasing im-
provement from its March figure of 8.7 percent. In Dade County, the unemployment rate dipped to 5.3 percent with the creation of 93 new jobs. The March rate was 7.0 percent. At the same time, 41 more people joined the work force. Missouri’s unemployment rate in April was 6.6 percent, and the national rate was 6.3 percent. In neighboring Kansas, the statewide unemployment rate was 4.8 percent, down slightly from 4.9 in March. All three of the counties on the state line nearest Barton County had percentages approximately half a point lower than in March. Crawford County had 4.6, down from 5.2. Cherokee had 4.8, also down from 5.2, and Bourbon was the lowest at 4.3, an improvement of 0.6 of a point from March’s 4.9.
tion. The bridge will close to have its deck replaced. Signs and message boards will alert drivers to the work zones. Route P will be closed between the Missouri/Kansas state
line and Barton County Route K. Motorists will need to find alternate routes around the closings for the duration of the project, which is scheduled to be completed by August 15.
Route P bridge to be closed The Route P bridge over Nicholson Creek, in Barton County near Liberal, will be closed beginning the week of June 30, according to the Missouri Department of Transporta-