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Veterans Memorial Park dedicated in Golden City

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger The Hickman-Owen American Legion Post 473 monument sits at the front of the park, dedicated to all veterans, past and present.

By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

There is only one contested race for nomination in the August 5 primary. That is on the Republican ticket in the Fourth Congressional District. Incumbent Vicky Hartzler is being challenged

by John Webb of Cleveland, which is a community south of Grandview in Cass County.

All voters will be asked to vote on five proposed amendments to the state constitution. All five have been proposed by the Missouri General Assembly. They are not in numerical order since there are other proposed amendments to be voted on see BALLOT, page 4A

KCP&L Greater Missouri Operations files higher fuel adjustment charge JEFFERSON CITY-KCP&L Greater Missouri Operations Company (GMO) has filed a request with the Missouri Public Service Commission to increase the fuel adjustment charge on the bills of its electric customers.

GMO has filed two requests. The utility filed its annual true-up for the period of March 1, 2013 through February 28, 2014. In a separate filing, GMO proposes to raise the fuel adjustment charge to reflect fuel and purchased power costs for the six month period of December, 2013 through May, 2014.

For a typical residential customer, GMO states these two filings will result in the fuel adjustment charge increasing by approximately $1.20 a month. The proposed change would take effect September 1, 2014.

Applications to intervene and participate in this case must be filed no later than July 22, 2014, with the Secretary of the Missouri Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 360, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102.

KCP&L Greater Missouri Operations Company serves 313,300 electric customers in western Missouri including Lamar Heights, Iantha, Burgess, and parts of western Barton County. Liberal purchases electricity wholesale from the utility for its municipal system.

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

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Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger The color guard posted the American and POW flags, followed by the playing of the Star Spangled Banner.

Friday, Aug. 8 marks the seventh annual Tools for Schools Back-to School Fair to be held this year at the Lamar United Methodist Church. The event, which will be held from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., offers an opportunity for students to get some of the necessary supplies and other items to get them ready, once again, for back-to-school.

The event is sponsored by Lamar Community Betterment and is coordinated by Suzanne Cloyed. Area organizations and individuals and businesses are encouraged to make monetary donations to help make the fair a success.

GOLDEN CITY-Several citizens joined with the City of Golden City and the Hickman-Owen American Legion Post to dedicate a Veterans Memorial Park on Friday, July 4. The park, located on the north side of Main Street, is in the beginning stages and is decorated in red, white and blue, making this Independence Day the perfect time to recognize those involved in the park's undertaking.

1st Sgt. Greg Lowe, a member of the National Guard, acted as emcee, welcoming the many veterans, legionnaires and citizens that contributed their time, hard work and money in order to honor veterans of the country's armed forces, both past and present.

Lowe recognized Mayor Henry Lopez, who came up with the idea in the first place, as well as Sonny Weinstein and David Forste for their hard work; Rayburn Mein for the use of his sound system; Andy Simmons and Golden Business Forms for their donations; the American Legion for providing funds for the flag pole, the City of Golden City for providing funds, as well as labor, and especially the citi-

Cloyed says once all supplies are purchased, plus some other necessary fees are paid, each child’s supplies cost at least $40, if not more. The purchase of school supplies causes a strain on many families and in the past the fair has helped more than 1,000 students.

Besides the school supplies offered at the fair, there will be approximately 15 booths offering such things as nutritional information, youth programs, literacy information, health screenings and safety information. All services are offered free of charge to students in grades K through 12. No registration is

zens of the community that backed the city and legion, making the park a reality.

Despite all of the donations and hard work that have been put into the park, Lowe mentioned that donations are still being accepted at city hall so that the park can be completed. Currently there is a picnic table, trash bin, flag pole, monument and stone benches. Patriotic murals will also be painted on the brick walls surrounding the park. Lowe went on to explain the meaning of the colors behind the park's furnishings, stating that the red of the table and trash bin are in honor of the blood shed; the white of a drinking fountain to be installed stands for purity and the blue in the benches to be placed in the park stands for vigilance; always being on guard.

Following the presentation from Lowe, the color guard raised the United States and POW flags, followed by the playing of the Star Spangled Banner. The flags were then placed at half mast, with the playing of Taps, followed by them being returned to full mast. The Pledge of Allegiance was then repeated by all and the extremely patriotic ceremony concluded with everyone filled with a sense of pride to be an American!

required, but students must be accompanies by an adult and an adult must be accompanied by a child.

Because there has been a high demand for supplies and a large attendance, families are asked to come at designated times. Flyers are available at Lamar Bank & Trust, Good Samaritan, Economic Security and the Barton County libraries. For those who cannot make the designated time, a more convenient time will be selected or the child can be brought after work.

For those who wish to make a monetary donation, checks may be made payable to Lamar

Community Betterment and sent to Suzanne Cloyed at 204 Bartlett Street in Lamar. All donations are tax deductible.

If your business or organization wishes to provide a booth or some other service at the fair, contact Cloyed at 417-262-0534 or 417-682-3997. It is also possible to donate school supplies.

For those donating supplies be sure to check that they are on the school supply lists of Lamar and Golden City. Students attending Liberal schools can obtain a voucher at the fair to pay for their supplies.

Help children have a great start for their new school year!!!

Golden Harvest Days features 133rd annual festival and celebration

GOLDEN CITY-Golden Harvest Days is holding its 133rd annual festival and celebration now through Saturday, July 19. There will be a little something for everyone, with many booths and vendors.

Quilts for the quilt show may be dropped off Wednesday, July 16, 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the Golden City Tax Service. Also on Wednesday will be loaded baked potatoes night in the East Park building, as well as the People's Choice Photo Contest. At 7 p.m., the Person of the Year Award will be presented in

the East Park Pavilion. This will also include winners and participants of the Golden Harvest Days Logo Contest, coloring contest winners and the Little Mr. and Miss Contest. Also in the East Park Pavilion will be a raffle drawing to be held at 8 p.m., along with gospel music performed

by Kentucky Road and music

by Rayburn and the Boys.

Quilts will be on display Thursday, July 17, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Methodist Church. Vendor set up will be from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and at 6 p.m. there will be a Kid's Midway Magic Under The Big

Top, with bounce houses in the East Park baseball field.

Also beginning at 6 p.m., grilled chicken will be served until it sells out in the East Park building and the People's Choice Photo Contest will be held in the pavilion. A pet show will be held in the pavilion at 7 p.m., with a raffle drawing and the prettiest yard winner announced at 8 p.m., followed by the Jason Kinney Band.

The quilt display will be set up from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, July 18, in the Methodist Church, followed by vendor setup from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The kid's midway with bounce houses will begin at 6 p.m. at the East Park baseball field.

Also held in the ball field will be a Cruise In. A Tae Kwon Do demonstration will be featured in the East Park Pavilion, with a fish fry in the East Park building. A cake walk will be held in the East Park shelter building with a People's Choice Photo Contest as well. Bill's Extreme Laser Tag will be held at 6 p.m., followed

by Robert Kelsheimer and His Trick Horse Show at 6:30 p.m. in the pavilion. The Harvest

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Lamar Heights adopts county hazard mitigation plan

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

LAMAR HEIGHTS-Lamar Heights has joined the other incorporated communities of Barton County in unanimously adopting the Barton County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. The action was taken at the quarterly meeting, July 7, of the city’s board of aldermen. The plan is designed to make the community more disaster resistant and to assist in recovery after a disaster strikes. Adoption of the plan makes Lamar Heights eligible for assistance through funds from the State Emergency Manage-

ment Agency (SEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

A flickering street light on Southeast 13th Road will be replaced. The light is one of those provided by KCP&L Greater Missouri Operations.

A bill for $50 was approved for application of vegetation retardant along the fence line on Northeast 3rd Lane and Northeast 1st Lane. There was general agreement that visibility for motorists has been greatly improved.

Alderperson Debbie Little registered a complaint about a strong chemical odor being emitted from the manufacturing site

of Redneck Blinds, located on the west side of Southeast 1st Lane. She said a large area is effected, depending on wind direction, adding that one of her neighbors has been forced to close the use of their swimming pool. She has complained to the city and county, but concedes that the source of the odor is located outside an incorporated area. She speculated that it may be an air quality issue to bring before the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

The next meeting of the Lamar Heights Board of Aldermen will be at 5:45 p.m., October 14, in the office of Vicki Pugh, CPA.

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CORRESPONDENTS Coonfoot & Vicinity

By LOUISE OTT Peeking out the door this early Monday morning I see our dear Lord has blessed us with sunshine and some wind.

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

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

Kenneth Dee and Esther Archer, Sarcoxie route, and Louise Ott, Jasper route, were dinner

guests of George Straw.

Bert and Daffoll Ott cooked ham and beans in a big kettle at Cave Springs's big day, along with homemade cornbread. Everything was delicious.

Elvin Winans Jr. and Durella, Arbry Winans, Ray and Debbie and family, Cliff and Melissa and Reuben, Eric and Danella and Bridget Hill, Jasper route and Don and Roseanne Morgan, Republic, were all visitors of Marie Winans.

Louise Ott visited Marie Winans on Sunday evening.

Remember, the big bridge south of Alba is now open and it's nice to go straight through to 96 Hwy., instead of hunting roads.

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Hoping everyone had a safe 4th, with all the fireworks. I could hear them, but the trees are so tall I can't see them anymore.

Be sure to watch for turkey and deer. I had to stop for some Sunday morning when I was going to church, as the turkey were flying across the road and I sure didn't want them to hit me in my pickup.

Regina, Faithllyn and Genesis were visitors of Louise Ott on Wednesday.

tinued throughout the weekend.

Ashley Leininger and Joel McKinney were married at the Sheldon Christian Church, with the reception following at the Eagles’ Lodge. Best wishes were expressed by many families and friends attending. The couple will reside in Schell City. Breanna Sheridan and Sarah Bono of Columbia came to video the wedding and visit.

We have enjoyed some much needed rain, but strong winds have caused tree limbs to be down around town.

By DARLENE A group of concerned SHERIDAN citizens met to discuss the future of the old The 4th of July was en- high school building and joyed, with lots of fire- voiced their ideas about work displays that con- how the building could

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Four State Farm Show set for July 18-20 For 39 years, the Four State Farm Show has brought agricultural producers and agribusinesses together and the 40th Show aims to do it again.

Those interested in agricultural technology and agribusiness should make plans to visit the area’s premier agricultural event on July 18, 19 and 20.

“People keep coming back because companies always have something new each year,” says Ted Gum, Four State Farm Show coordinator and Farm Talk Newspaper publisher. “The Four State Farm Show is the place to see virtually anything new

in agriculture.”

A new feature at this year’s show will be a water well drilling demonstrations given by Double J Energy LLC. “The drilling rig will be located east of the hay demonstration field,” Gum says. “We will have a tour trailer to take people back there at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and after the hay demonstrations.”

Other show features include hay demonstrations at 1 p.m. each day and a lawn mower test driving range where interested buyers can actually operate new mowers.

“It allows people to see

equipment at work,” Gum explains. “It’s a hands-on experience. Also at the show, you get to see some equipment you wouldn’t see at a dealership.”

In addition to the hands-on element of the show and great deals offered by exhibitors, visitors also can enter to win the Four State Farm Show Shopping Spree.

“We’ll give away $1,000 a day at the Farm Talk booth and $500 each day at the hay demonstrations,” he explains. “You must be present at the hay demonstration to win.”

These Farm Show Dollars must be used for pur-

chases with Four State Farm Show exhibitors.

The show has become a “Mall of Agriculture.” It has grown over the past 40 years to nearly 700 booths that cover over 25 acres.

According to Gum, businesses interested in exhibiting at the Four State Farm Show should contact Farm Talk Newspaper. The event is expected to sell out soon.

“At this point, all our electric booths are reserved,” Gum says. “We have a handful of nonelectric booths still available.

“We’re about to have a

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be utilized. Pictures of the present condition of the building were shared.

This information will be discussed with the Sheldon School Board. With the amount of interest, this project is very likely to succeed.

The Community Betterment meeting reviewed what has been accomplished during the last year. A plan was developed for projects that would be completed by the Sheldon Picnic, which is August 14-16. “Welcome to the Picnic” yard signs are available at city hall. A discussion of new play equipment has identified support from businesses, organizations and individuals. A work day at the park was planned for August 9, at 8 a.m.

Yard of the Month was awarded to Jim and Linda Elderton.

Friends and family attended the visitation for Randy Hardy at Ferry Funeral Home.

The community was saddened by the death of Larry Berry, who had been well known for his many trips to Sheldon to coach the Hume Hornets basketball teams.

Sympathy is expressed to his family. His memorial service was attended by a huge crowd that reviewed his many contributions to his community.

The park flower beds have been planted with lovely flowers by Erin Leininger, in preparation for the picnic. Several others have plans to add to other flower beds in the park.

full house again for 2014,” he adds.

So mark your calendars, the 2014 Four State Farm Show will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 18, 19 and 20. As always, parking and admission are free.

Show hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 8 a.m.

to 3 p.m. on Sunday.

The Four State Farm Show grounds are located south of Pittsburg, Kansas, to the junction of Highways 400, 69 and K-171, then 1/2 mile east.

The Four State Farm Show is sponsored by Farm Talk Newspaper.

For more information call 620-421-9450.

CLUB NOTES SHELDON SENIOR CITIZENS The Sheldon Senior Citizens met Tuesday afternoon at the Donaldson Building. President Marj Ness hosted, with the assistance of Mary Spall.

Birthday cake was enjoyed to celebrate Cynthia Lucas' birthday, which is July 15 and Joy Beeman’s.

Following refreshments, President Ness led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance and gave the

devotion with scripture and an article entitled, “Walking in the Light”.

Everyone discussed what they did on the 4th of July for roll call and the minutes and treasurer’s report were approved.

Cards were signed for Mary Ann Clark, who is now in Sweet Life Rehab Center in Overland Park, Kan. The group will meet on July 15, at 11:30 a.m., at Jenny’s Kitchen, to help Cynthia celebrate her birthday and will return to the Donaldson Build-

ing for the meeting and scheduled to be Margaret dominos.

Wattenbarger, with the hostess on July 22 to be Betty Weston.

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COUNTRY CLUB LADIES ASSOCIATION

Dorothy Roberts was the hostess Tuesday, July 8. The winners were Imogene Williams, first and Marian Roberts, second.

The hostess on July 15 is

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Pat Barr receives Edward BCAWS invited to join Jones award Lamar CB in effort to Pat Barr of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Lamar recently won the firm's Jim McKenzie Award for his exceptional achievement in building client relationships.

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aide county The Lamar Community Betterment held its monthly meeting at 12 noon on Wednesday, July 9, at the Wolf Building. Following the acceptance of the previous month's minutes, the treasurer's report was read by Barbara McDaniel, in the absence of treasurer Ginnie Keatts.

Elaine Davis stated that the project book was finished and passed it around so those attending could double check the entries in case corrections needed to be made. Davis stated how much she appreciated the various contributions and how appreciative she was of everyone's efforts. She also mentioned that Lamar will observe 40 years in the Community Betterment organization next year and that there were several projects that could be considered includ-

“No man is above the law and no man is below it; nor do we ask any man’s permission when we require him to obey it.”

ing the renovation of the school and 1st Street bypass. The CB Conference will be held October 19 and 20 this year at Stoney Creek End in Columbia.

Davis reported that election of officers would be held in August and there was a need to come up with a slate of individuals to be nominated.

Donald Clark, who is starting a consulting business, was the guest speaker. Clark, who is also employed at Finley Engineering, is wanting to start up a community oriented collaboration.

Clark has his degree in drafting and design and is presently designing a house for local individuals. His long term plans are to have people in various occupations available to assist when needed.

BCAWS, who at the last meeting was thinking about joining the CB, have decided to do so and an invitation will be sent to them to come to the next meeting on August 13.

Suzanne Cloyed reported that Tools for Schools would be held Friday, Aug. 8, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Lamar United Methodist Church.

There will be no income guideline or pre-registration necessary. Flyers are available at Lamar Bank & Trust, Good Samaritan, Economic Security and the Barton County libraries. Supplies are for Lamar and Golden City.

Students attending Liberal schools can obtain a voucher at the fair to pay for their supplies.

There will also be various booths including the local hospital, as well as dentists and ophthalmologists.

The sign at the T intersection of Hwy. 160 and SW 1st Lane was discussed.

Betty Kuhn reported that the Plaza was doing great and that they are hoping to get the glass replaced that has come loose. There is a need for a glazier, which will hopefully help soon.

Lynn Calton reported that the city is still awaiting information regard-

ing the Gilkey building.

Melody Metzger reported that the July 30 edition of the Lamar Democrat would be distributed to Barton County and Lockwood and would include the 2014 Lamar Free Fair catalog.

John Adams reported that Bethesda Lutheran Charities, a service organization for the disabled, will be hiring a project manager around the first of September, as it is currently in the budget to set up in the area, which will include Lamar, Pittsburg and Joplin. Each city will have its own project manager. He stated that this has been in the works for a while, but that it is now in the budget and funds have been allocated, so it should soon become a reality.

Lendi Davis reported that the Master Gardeners were to have a cooking demonstration, “Cooking With Herbs”, that Thursday, to be presented by Janet Dermott. She reported that the flower pots around the square were looking good, with some of the businesses helping care for them. She also stated that the Barton County Senior Citizen Center was very appreciative of the gardener's upkeep of the grounds and that they have redone the beds at the demonstration garden in the park. She reported that the farmers' market is still awaiting funds from their grant that was approved last October.

Dan Hayworth with Barton County Search and Rescue, reported that they are still in the process of moving forward.

Elaine finished the meeting, stating that 4-H'ers are ready for the various fairs this summer and that they are celebrating 80 years. She stated that 4-H had a great camp, with 33 youth from Lamar attending.

With no further business, the meeting adjourned to meet again Wednesday, Aug. 13, 12 noon, at the Wolf Building in Lamar. All are invited and encouraged to attend.

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METZGER’S MUTTERINGS

By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat I attended the opening of the veterans park in Golden City on the 4th of July and what a perfect way to observe our country's independence. The

singing of the National Anthem and repeating the Pledge of Allegiance filled me, and I'm sure others attending, with a sense of pride and love of our country. As Taps was played, I had goosebumps on a very warm

Festival, continued from page 1A Days Talent Show and horse rides will be held at 7 p.m., with a raffle drawing at 8 p.m., followed by “Big Skillet”, playing classic rock and roll, in the pavilion.

Saturday, July 19, at 7:30 a.m., the Breast Cancer/Awareness Walk registration will be held in the East Park.

There is a $10 entry fee, that includes a t-shirt.

The walk itself will begin at 8 a.m. At 8:30 a.m., a tractor show will be held in the East Park.

The parade is scheduled for 9 a.m. Line up will be at 8:30 a.m. at the West Park. Immediately following the parade will be the Great American Bed Race on Main Street. Quilts will be displayed from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Methodist Church, with win-

ners to be announced.

The Baby Show registration is at 10:30 a.m. and will be $5 for ages 0-24 months, diapers only. The show will be held at 11 a.m. at the Christian Family Life Center on Golden Ave., south of the post office.

A Tractor Rodeo will be held at 1 p.m., on the north end of Wyatt St., across from Golden City Grain and Cotton. Food will be available during the rodeo. At 6 p.m., Bill's Extreme Laser Tag will again be held, followed by the kid's midway with bounce houses at the baseball field. A barbecue will be held in the East Park building, as well as the People's Choice Photo Contest and a cake walk at the shelter building. A Kid's Pedal Tractor Pull will

Letter to editor Dear Editor: Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler revealed her gross ignorance of the issues in her recent meeting at the Barton County Electric Cooperative.

Climate change is happening according to most scientific evidence and it is likely the cause of increasing natural disasters.

Coal fired power plants are major contributors of CO2 and the EPA is absolutely correct in attempting to control this contaminant. Don’t we all want clean air and water?

Hartzler apparently doesn’t understand that there is a huge interest in alternative energy re-

sources. For example, in Missouri there are presently six solar farms either completed or under construction. These are all major facilities providing a substantial amount of power. Although coal fired power plants will probably never be totally replaced, solar is bound to increase dramatically in the foreseeable future.

day, thinking of those that fought and many who lost their life so that we could live in the land of the free.

Some of my favorite church services are ones that are centered around patriot holidays, observed by repeating the pledges to the United States and Christian flags, as well as favored hymns. I would have loved to have been there this past Sunday, but had a babysitting appointment in Webb City with my 18-month old

be held on the ball field.

Robert Kelsheimer & His Trick Horse Show will be performed at 6:30 p.m., at the East Park Pavilion, where the Harvest Days Talent Show winners will perform at 7 p.m. Horse rides will also be available at 7 p.m. The Photo Contest awards will be presented at 7:30 p.m., in the East Park pavilion, followed at 8 p.m. with a raffle drawing and another evening of “Big Skillet”.

Young and old alike are invited to visit Golden City and join in the festivities. There will be an abundance of events for everyone to enjoy, from kid's midway magic under the big top, laser tag, vendors, food, music, dancing and more!

Also, wind energy is even now making a major contribution to the energy needs of the nation.

She posed as an expert on military strategy and foreign affairs, probably knowing about as much as the average citizen as to when drones should be employed or what should happen in Iraq.

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grandson, Landon.

My family has always been extremely patriotic.

My stepdad, Mr. Guy, was a lifetime member of the VFW and NRA and my mom, Joanne Guy, always laughed that she was so patriotic she made sure all of her husbands were members of, or had served in the armed forces. As many that knew mom, know she was married five times, with the last one lasting over 40 years. She was married to representatives of the Marines, Army, Air Force and Army Air Corp. Guess she wasn't impressed by any Navy men!

Through mom's persistence, I am a member of the Daughters of the American Republic.

When mom was still alive we hardly ever missed a meeting and I remember to this day the last time

we got to go to a Flag Day luncheon I told her that when she died, I would never go to another meeting again, and I haven't.

Maybe when I get older and have more time it might be something to pursue, but five years later I have a hard time even thinking about going without her by my side.

I was scanning the Joplin Globe yesterday and came across a quote that impressed me, as I'm sure it will others (especially my co-worker Richard, who is a huge fan of the man).

“Government's first duty is to protect the people, not run their lives.” Ronald Reagan, 40th president of the United States.

As I repeat the Pledge of Allegiance I listen to the words, especially when it says “One nation, under God” and I hope and pray it stays that way. We

Ballot, continued from page 1A at a later time.

The amendment that has generated the most interest appears to be Amendment 1, known as the Right to Farm Amendment. The ballot language reads as follows. “Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to ensure that the right of Missouri citizens to engage in agricultural production and ranching practices shall not be infringed?”

It is fairly straight forward, as is the full text of the amendment.

It has wide support throughout the farming community led by an organization known as Missouri Farmers Care.

However, there is opposition, most prominently a group known as Missouri Food for America. The organization contend the amendment will grant constitutional protec-

tion to the agricultural industry, something that no other industry in Missouri enjoys. It feels that corporate farming will have an unfair advantage over the family farm as will foreign corporations that invest in agriculture.

On Monday, the Barton County Commission received a letter from the Scotland County Commission urging that it oppose Amendment 1. The letter was signed by the presiding commissioner, Charles “Chipper” Harris and also by Wes Shoemyer, the treasurer of Missouri Food for America.

Shoemyer is a farmer and a member of the Missouri Agriculture Council of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS).

Since HSUS is identified by many as an animal rights organization, this raises a red flag for some regarding the intent of some of the opposition

are so blessed to live in this country and that God gave us free will. Now if we can just all figure out how to use that to better ourselves, instead of destroying each other, it would be a much better world.

As an aside, anyone that reads my columns regularly knows that I am an extreme St. Louis Cardinal baseball fan. In my opinion, and many others, the best catcher that ever played the game, Yadier Molina, tore a ligament in his right thumb Wednesday, sliding feet first into third base and will be out 8-12 weeks. My prayers go out to him and his family as he endures this setback in his career, but I'm sure being the man that he is, he will return and while rehabbing, he will be their biggest cheerleader! Go Cardinals!

to Amendment 1. This is a concern of Barton County Presiding Commissioner Mike Davis. He says he fears there could be restrictions on agriculture coming from government agencies far removed agriculture’s rural setting. He much prefers decisions being made on the local level, and maybe Amendment 1 would be a step in that direction. He adds that the ballot language seems all right to him, if he has interpreted it correctly.

Barton County Commissioner Dennis Wilson has read the Scotland County letter of opposition and says he cannot see any problem for county government being caused by Amendment 1 and feels it (the amendment) “will eliminate outside money and influence on our agriculture comsee BALLOT, page 5A

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GOVERNMENT Ballot, continued from page 4A munity.”

Constitutional Amendment 5 is the right to bear arms amendment. The ballot language reads as follows. “Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to include a declaration that the right to keep and bear arms is an unalienable right and that the state government is obligated to uphold that right.?” In the full text of the amendment, ammunition and accessories typical to the normal function of firearms shall not be questioned, and any restriction on these rights shall be subject to “strict scrutiny.” The state of Missouri would be ob-

determined by a court of tal disorder. law to be a danger to the There are three more amendligated to protect these public because of a men- constitutional rights, and under no circumstances can it decline to protect them.

The right to keep and LAMAR-Rep. Mike partment handed down a bear arms is guaranteed Kelley recently thanked $72,000 fine to a Missouri in the Second AmendGovernor Nixon for resident who had used ment to the U.S. Consigning legislation that dyed diesel fuel, which stitution. State Constiwill protect the privacy is meant for agricultural tutional Amendment 5, of diesel fuel users in purposes and is untaxed which will appear on the Missouri. Kelley was by the state.

August 5 ballot, simply the House handler for “We all were alarmed puts more teeth into that SB 842, which closes a by the fact the state was right and requires vigorloophole in state statute checking parked vehicles ous enforcement by the that the Department of for dyed diesel and then state.

Revenue had used to levying enormous fines as There is one provision search parked vehicles punishment. It is laughin the amendment that for dyed diesel fuel able to think someone allows the General Aswithout probable cause who may have denied the sembly to enact laws deor warrants. state $4 in fuel tax could nying the right to keep Kelley said the need be hit with a $72,000 fine,” and bear arms to convictfor the bill became ap- said Kelley, R-Lamar. ed felons and to persons parent when the de- “The law needs to be fol-

ments that will appear They will be examined in on the August 5 ballot, the July 23 edition of the amendments 7, 8, and 9. Democrat.

Kelley thanks Gov. Nixon for signing legislation lowed and farm families should use the taxed diesel in their vehicles, but they also shouldn’t be so heavily penalized in these limited circumstances where the dyed diesel may be used in an emergency. It is intolerable for the government to sneak onto private property to obtain samples and the bill that will now become law will fix this problem once and for all.

SB 842 limits the current authority of the revenue department to conduct diesel fuel in-

spections by banning inspections from any individual who is not holding the fuel for wholesale or retail sale and who is not located at certain places, unless the agent has reasonable suspicion to believe that a violation is being committed. Kelley said the language in the bill will prevent the invasion of privacy that has upset many diesel fuel users in Missouri.

With the governor’s signature, the bill is now set to become law on August 28 of this year.

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SCHOOL/SPORTS

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Bronaugh students “rock” nationals Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda (FBLA-PBL), the largest and oldest student business organization, held its National Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, on June 29 through July 2. Participants from across the United States and two countries were in attendance for this exciting conference to sharpen their core business skills, expand their networks and participate in more than 60 business and business-related competitive events.

More than 10,000 of America’s best and brightest youth traveled to the historic city of Nashville to make some history of their own as they showcased their talents as future business leaders and vied for the opportunity to win over $165,000 in cash awards.

Two Bronaugh FBLA students, Parker Bott and Jacob Hendrix, their mothers, and their spon-

sor Cathy Williams and husband, Robert, traveled to Nashville to attend the national conference.

Bott and Hendrix qualified to present their Screaming Throttle Rock Band Website at the FBLA National Convention after placing third at State FBLA. They wowed the judges with their site presentation and after preliminary competition gained a foothold in the finals, making them one of the top 15 in the nation.They presented their site again the next day for new judges. Then they all had to wait until the next evening to find out the results.

The Awards of Excellence program proved to be well worth the wait as the two young men were called to the stage with the top 10 finalists. One by one the finalists were called... 10th, 9th, 8th, 7th and the tension and excitement mounted as each place received their award and left the stage.

After what seemed like an eternity, Bott and Hendrix were called forward for second place! This was such an exciting finale to a long and arduous six months of work, including much time spent during the last couple of days perfecting their presentation. Hendrix said, "FBLA Nationals was a great experience and I loved every minute of it. I am very proud of our accomplishments."

The E-Business award was part of a comprehensive national competitive events program sponsored by FBLA-PBL that recognizes and rewards excellence in a broad range of business and career-related areas.

For many students the competitive events are the capstone activity of their academic careers.

In addition to the competitions students visited an information-packed exhibit hall and were able to tour a little of Nashville’s historic side. While

Pictured are Jacob Hendrix, sponsor Cathy Williams and Parker Bott. in Nashville, Bott and Hendrix were able to enjoy the Country Music Hall of Fame, along with the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, which was where the convention was held.

Bott stated, "It was a fun experience; we worked hard and it all paid off in the end. This was an ex-

perience that I'll always remember."

Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) education association with a quarter million members and advisers in over 6,500 active middle school, high school and college chapters worldwide. Its

mission is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs. The association is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, just outside Washington, D.C. For more information visit www.fbla-pbl.org.

and the golf course was in great shape for play. There were 11 teams competing for the lowest score and cash prizes.

This year's tournament will go a long way toward supporting the numerous youth scholarship and youth community events Rotary is known for. Special thanks to Thorco Industries for sponsoring the Hole In One competition and for putting two teams on the course.

Barton County Memorial Hospital also got in on the fun by sending two teams.

At the end of day the team from Kaderly & Kaderly took the $400 first place prize, followed

by Hospice Compassus

taking $300 for second and John Adams and the CDC team taking $200 for third.

The putting contest winner was Lon- Bruce Belline, right, presents Lonnie nie Mc- McFadden with the prize for winning Fadden, the putting contest. while Melissa Oertle and Jacob Rotary would like to Cleveland won honors for thank all the sponsors, as the longest drives. Tim well as participants, for Pashia's tee shot on eight making this year's tourstopped four feet from nament such a success, the pin to win closest to as well as a lot of fun! See the pin. you next year.

Weather was perfect for Rotary Club's annual golf tournament

The team of Kaderly & Kaderly took home the $400 first place prize at the Lamar Rotary Club annual golf tournament held recently. Pictured are, left to right, Tim Pashia, Jeff Tucker, Steven Kaderly, Brian Griffith (presenting the check) and Mike Hull.

The Lamar Rotary Club tournament on Friday, Country Club. The weathhosted its annual golf June 13, at the Lamar er was absolutely perfect

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Meet the “Most Wanted” 4-H Wranglers, Ropers, Scouts and Rustlers from Barton County. Pictured are front row, Aidan Reed, Braxtyn Muncy, Kaden Johnson and Cole Dille; second row, Caden Moreno, Caden Winslow, Connor Shoff, Cole Yount, Braiden Barley, Noah Endicott, Lauren Dalby, Mason Brown, Crystal Kahl, Reese Higgins and Mycah Reed; third row, Connor Trout, Trey Bright, Ethan Reed, Caleb Winslow, Payden Nolting, Matthew Morgan, Brandon Overman, Kade Trout, Chad Yount, Erin Kremp and Michaela Winslow; back row are counselors Caitlin Moreno, Cade Moreno and Carson Endicott.

The Wild Wild West 2014 4-H camp was held recently at Camp Smokey at Roaring River State Park in Cassville. The cabins were filled with 42 of the "Most Wanted" 4-H members from Barton County. Campers enjoyed fun filled days of fishing, hiking, swimming, leather craftwork, Dutch oven cooking, games, canteen, songs, skits, community service projects and much, much more. Exciting moments at camp included stream walking, exploring the western heritage and Pony Express, a campfire each night and western dancing.

A day in the west began when campers and staff arose at 6 a.m., ready for fishing or hiking. The dinner bell rang at 8 a.m. for breakfast time. Eggs, hash browns, bacon, muffins, milk and more were served. With KP done, everyone would then gather at the chimney for

the flag raising and beginning daily activities. Each group would then move off to crafts, games, foods and exploration. They learned how to make a leather pouch, lariat a steer, make sure food doesn't spoil while on the trail, identify edible plants and having to fill water barrels to have enough water to cross the desert for family and horses. These were just a few of the workshops, then it was time to check saddle bags for a snack and canteen. Lunch included a variety of western meals, but the barbeque beef was one of the best.

Afternoons were spent at the watering hole with lots of swimming, fun and exercise. Hiking the trail back to camp had everyone ready for a chuck wagon barbeque. Evening activities gave campers an opportunity to meet John Wayne, the Lone Ranger and Tonto, Explore the West by Pony Express and dance to the music

4-H teen campers share the catch of the morning.

Girl Scout Troop No. 61011 celebrated their annual “Me and My Guy” banquet on May 17. The festivities were held at Party Oasis. The girls and their special guests were treated to dinner and a cake. Entertainment included “minute to win it” games, dancing and performances by troop members. Pictured left to right are, front row, Jillian Gardner, Kara Morey, Laney Bayless, Elisea Daniels, Megan Miller, Lexi Phipps, Meghan Watson, Haily Born and Kaitlyn Davis; back row, left to right, are Mark Gardner, Kent Morey, Chad Bayless, Eric Daniels, David Little, Scott Phipps, Alan Watson, Joe Born and Matt Davis.

Report shows that BCMH gives great care The Barton County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees met June 23, with the meeting being called to order by Chairperson Karen Wegener. Other members of the board present were Jill Purinton, Tom Shaw and Mike Buchanan. Mike Vaughan was absent. Also in attendance were CEO Wendy Duvall, Director of Finance/ CFO Michelle Casey, Director of Nursing Marlys Buckner and Director of Quality/Risk Management Eden Ogden. Chief of Medical Staff Dr. Thomas Hopkins was a guest.

The May 20 minutes were approved as written. Duvall reported that overall statistics were up for May. She also reported a gain for the month of May of $304,360, decreasing the year to date loss to $791,440.

She also reported that the 340B is still being delayed in a new system that is being installed

with Walmart and a program being written by Med Station.

The clinics showed another busy month with a net revenue of $32,890 for May, and a net revenue of $1,430,965 year to date. The investment report was reviewed by the board. A CD that had matured in May was split into two new CDs at 0.30 percent interest.

Boice reported a decrease of 2 ½ full time employees for the month of May. The turnover for the year to date is 3.75 percent.

A report on free community outreach programs offered by the hospital over the next several months was received by the board. It was reported that the bus is now only running on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Duvall reported that in the inpatient area there are two categories that are under the

national average and need to be worked on. The hospital is having the pharmacist visit the majority of patients on discharge in order to educate them on medications and side effects to help with scores. The hospital's composite score is 81 percent, compared to other competitors that include 154 other area hospitals at 75 percent, proving that BCMH is giving great care. The emergency room surveys all categories are better than the national average.

BCMH takes great pride in the continuation that patients are able to see the emergency room physician within 30 minutes of arrival. Casey reported that the clinic's are ranked 88.1 percent overall, on a national average of 81.3 percent. This includes the Golden City Clinic, Lockwood Clinic and Medical One Clinic.

Duvall briefed the board on topics that were presented at

The “Most Wanted” 4-H Hearts, Spades, Diamonds and Clubs from Barton County Teens were Trent Morgan, Cailtin Moreno, Tony Morgan, Kelsie Morgan, Clayton Winslow, Keaton Trout, Carson Endicott and Cade Moreno.

of the trail.

Campers would meet at the chimney for a campfire at 10 p.m., ending the day with sharing announcements and lots of songs. Afterwards. everyone would head to the bunk house, with lights out at 11 p.m.

Elaine Davis, 4-H youth specialist, said, “It was such a privilege to join such an awesome group of young people on this 4-H adventure. The days were warm, the nights were cool and all the time in between was fun! For some, it was their first time; for others, it's a yearly event. 4-H camp tradition is best led in song, “Make new friends, keep the old, one is silver and the other gold. The circles round it have no end that's how long I want to be your friend”. Happy trails to everyone and be sure to check out Barton County's 4-H facebook page for even more fun photos.

4-H camp flag etiquette is practiced daily during flag raising and lowering.

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Stream walking was a favorite, as campers searched for what keeps water quality good.

Girl Scout Troop No. 61011 bridges from Juniors to Cadettes

The members of Girl Scout Troop No. 61011 formally bridged from Juniors to Cadettes on May 17. During the ceremony troop leaders, Joyce Phipps and Lynnette Watson, presented the girls with various patches and pins that they had earned throughout the year. Troop members were also recognized for earning the Bronze Award, which is the highest achievement that a Junior Girl Scout can attain. Front row, left to right, are Meghan Watson, Lexi Phipps, Kaitlyn Davis and Haily Born; back row, left to right, Elisea Daniels, Kara Morey, Laney Bayless, Jillian Gardner and Megan Miller.

the MHA Leadership Conference that she attended. She also stated that HSG, the hospital's liability carrier, would be paying the hospital a dividend of $69,800 in July. The hospital's premium has also decreased by 20 percent.

The May bills were unanimously approved as submitted.

After discussion it was decided that the board would meet at the regular day and time in July, on the 28th at 4:30 p.m.

The board will meet on Tuesdays in August and September, at 4:30 p.m. each month. Those dates will be August 26 and September 23.

Duvall presented a quote from CDW regarding expansion of the wireless points within the hospital. The hospital is having difficulty in some areas, with service dropping now that the electronic medical record has been implemented. The

quote was for $23,604.48. Following discussion, Buchanan made a motion, seconded by Shaw that the wireless quote be approved as submitted. The motion passed unanimously.

With no further business for the regular session, a motion was made to adjourn to executive session. During the executive session the following physician was presented and unanimously approved for reappointment of privileges: Daniel Barnes, M.D., Internal Medicine – Endoscopy/Colonoscopy.

The Patient Outcome Improvement Report for May was presented by Ogden and with no further business brought before the board, it was unanimously voted to reconvene in to regular session. With no further business brought before the board, the meeting was adjourned.

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RECORDS

BRIEFS

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THE MAYFIELD FAMILY REUNION WILL be held Sunday, Aug. 17, at the Lamar City Park. A basket dinner will be held round 1 p.m. The family will also meet at the park on Saturday, Aug. 16, 6:30 p.m.

Bring snacks.

A CARD SHOWER IS BEING HELD FOR the 70th wedding anniversary of Philip O. Lollar and Mary Gayle (Kentner) Lollar. Their anniversary is July 22 and cards can be sent to them at 5304 N. Washington Ave., Durant, Okla. 74701.

VFW POST 3691 AND LADIES AUXILIARY will meet Monday, July 28, 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.

MASTER GARDENERS WILL HOLD A 10 week intensive horticulture course on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from August 26 to September 25. Times are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Lamar or 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Greenfield. The cost is $135 per person or $225 per couple. Registration is due by August 21. For information or to register call the Barton County Extension at 417-682-3579 or Dade County Extension, 417-637-2112.

MOUNT OLIVE CHRISTIAN CHURCH will hold a Christian Theme Movie Night Wednesday, July 16, 6 p.m. Bring finger foods. Everyone is welcome. The movie will be “Seven Day Utopia,” with Robert Duvall and Lucas Blake. The church is located on E Dade 54 in Greenfield.

THE GRAND OPENING OF THE TRULA Cain Memorial Dog Park will be Monday, July 21, 10 a.m.

The park is located west of ballfields five and six in the Lamar City Park.

THE NEXT BARTON COUNTY SINGING Convention will be held Sunday, July 27, 2 p.m. This is a quarterly fellowship. Those attending can bring a special or just come to listen. The convention will be held at Bethel Church, 2 ½ miles west of 71/I49 on Hwy. 126 (about 7 ½ miles east of Hwy. 43).

BETHEL CHURCH WILL HOLD A Vacation Bible School Monday through Thursday, July 21-24.

They will begin with a meal at 6 p.m. and will get out about 8:30 p.m. through Wednesday. Thursday, they will have their closing program at 8:20 p.m. for family and friends to attend. This VBS is for any child who wants to attend. The church is located 2 ½ miles west of 71/I49 on Hwy. 126 (about 7 ½ miles east of Hwy. 43).

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP BOARD WILL meet Thursday, July 17, 10 a.m., at 694 SE 40th Lane.

THE 33RD ANNUAL THORCO-FCA LAMARWalk-Run will be held Saturday, Aug. 23, 7:30 a.m.

This event is held in conjunction with the Lamar Free Fair, with registration beginning at 6:30 a.m. At the corner of 8th and Broadway. The race will begin there and finish at 9th and Broadway. Awards will be given in each division for first, second and third places.

The first 100 entrants registered before the race begins will be guaranteed a shirt. For information contact Ann Landrum at 417-682-3548, ext. 134.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH WILL HOLD Vacation Bible School on July 20-24, for children age four through sixth grade. Agency D3 – Discover, Defend and Decide will be held from 5:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.

A meal will be served at 5:15 p.m. The church is located at 1301 E. 6th St. in Lamar and anyone needing transportation should call 417-682-3538. A kick-off will be held Saturday, July 19, 5:30 p.m., at the Lamar City Park shelter no. 3. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be served. There will also be a bounce house and obstacle course.

FIBER ART GUILD WILL MEET THURSDAY, July 17, 11 a.m., at the Barton County Senior Center in Lamar. The group will eat around 11:30 a.m.

Bring Show ‘n Tell.

THE IANTHA METHODIST CHURCH WILL have VBS on July 14-18. All children are welcome to attend. Supper will be served at 6 p.m., followed by teachings from the Bible, crafts, games and lots of fun. Hope to see you there. For more information call Adam at 417-214-1410.

THE 10TH STREET COMMUNITY FARMERS’ Market is open Wednesdays, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

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DEATHS & PAID MEMORIALS GARY DEAN SHEARBURN NEVADA-A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Worley Cemetery in Bronaugh for Gary Dean Shearburn, 67, Nevada, formerly of Bronaugh, who died Friday, July 4, 2014, at Nevada Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness. The body has been cremated and he was interred with his parents. Lawrence Cripps officiated.

Arrangements were under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Worsley Cemetery, in care of the funeral home.

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

Survivors include a brother, DeVon E. Shearburn and wife Pearl, ElDorado, Kansas; a sister, Karin Kay Shearburn Haverstic, Moundville; a brother-in-law, Richard E. Cooper and wife Mae, Lamar; several cousins; one niece, seven nephews and many great-nieces and nephews. His immediate family is especially grateful for the many compassionate and dedicated care-providers who became his surrogate family.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Gayle Elaine Shearburn Cooper.

Mr. Shearburn was born Jan. 27, 1947, at Nevada City Hospital, the fourth child of Melvin E. and Lee Earl (Thompson) Shearburn. He was severely disabled mentally and physically and required a great deal of assistance and supervision his entire life. He enjoyed car rides and had often accompanied his parents on their morning and evening Star Mail route. He also loved spending time outdoors with the company of the family dog, Duke.

His parents were able to care for him at home until 1972, when he was moved to the Nevada State Hospital. He resided there until the Habilitation Center closed and he was transferred to a special needs group home in Nevada.

GEORGE ALLEN YOUNG HOUSTON, TexasGraveside services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 8, at Worsley Cemetery in Bronaugh, Mo., for George Allen Young, 75, Houston, who died Wednesday, May 14, 2014. Rev. Bob Dickey officiated.

Arrangements were under the direction of Konantz-Warden Funeral Home, Lamar, Mo. The obituary may be viewed and condolences sent online at www. konantzwarden.com.

Due to unforeseen complications in Texas concerning his burial transport, the family was fortunate to have been able to have had the personal care and compassionate assistance of CK Warden and are deeply thankful and grateful that he was able to ensure that George was able to be buried in Missouri as he wished.

Survivors include his wife, Angelina Gutierrez Cantu Young; his mother, Vivian Adaline Young; his sister, Kathryn Kay Stevenson; his previous spouses, Daisy, Linda and Claudia; his children, Robert, Loretta, John, Christina,

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James, Joseph, Michael, Bryon and Timothy; a stepdaughter, Vanessa and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a son, Charles Eugene Young; his father, George Albert Young; a sister, Francis Elaine Lawson and a niece, Cynthia Kay Peters.

Mr. Young was born July 16, 1938, to George Albert and Vivian Adaline Young. He was a 1956 graduate of Liberal (Mo.) High School. He was a loyal, kind, humble and gentle Rennaisance man who was a painter, musician, carpenter, gardener and computer game player. He loved to volunteer with different charity organizations and with his church. At church he was known as the “Popcornman”, since he loved to sell popcorn and pickles as a fundraiser for the RCIA class. His presence was felt in the church community and will be greatly missed.

TONY FINLEY LAMAR-Services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Daniel Funeral Home for James Anthony “Tony” Finley, 69, Lamar, who died Tuesday, July 8, 2014, at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin. Burial was in Lake Cemetery.

Condolences may be shared at www.danielfuneralhome.net.

Survivors include his mother, Nell Finley Voorhees and her husband Jerry and two grandchildren, Dru Finley and Lacey Finley, all of La-

BARTON COUNTY SENIOR CENTER LUNCH MENU: July 21-25 MONDAY- Beef and steamed rice, broccoli, Waldorf salad, coffee/tea/ noodles, mashed potatoes wheat roll, apricots, cof- milk. and gravy, buttered car- fee/tea/milk. rots, wheat roll, brownie, THURSDAY- Chicken coffee/tea/milk. tetrazzini, buttered corn, TUESDAYSliced zucchini and tomatoes, baked ham, sweet pota- wheat roll, cantaloupe, toes, green beans, wheat coffee/tea/milk. roll, apple crisp, coffee/ FRIDAYCheesetea/milk. burger on wheat bun, WEDNESDAY- Salis- tomato and cucumber bury steak with gravy, salad, juice, french fries,

INSPIRATION

Conquering your fears

By JACK SLADE stead of three, there were Cornerstone Southern four men who stood in Baptist Church the furnace, completely unharmed! God had sent "On the day I called, You a divine being to deliver answered me; You made the loyal servants, makme bold with strength in ing Nebuchadnezzar a my soul."(Psalm 138:3). believer in their God. When Shadrack, Me- What if it was possible shach and Abednego re- for you to face your cirfused to worship King cumstance without fear?

Nebuchadnezzar's gods, What if, in spite of all he threatened to cast the heartache and tragthem into a furnace of edy that you are dealing heat and fire. He said, with, you could be boldly “What God is there that courageous and at peace can deliver you out of my Impossible? Unrealistic? hands?" Daniel 3:15. Still Absolutely not! The word the three men refused to of God tells us in 2 Timobow down. Filled with thy 1:7 that "God has not anger, Nebuchadnezzar given us a spirit of timidgave orders to heat the ity, but of power and love furnace seven times hot- and discipline," Fear can ter than usual. Imagine be conquered by faith! the fear they might have When those moments experienced at that mo- come and things begin to ment. However, their turn up the heat in your faith in God conquered life, and stirs up fear in their fears and in their your spirit, don't allow loyalty they were thrown your faith to be shaken! into the fiery furnace. But Remember who's with the next thing that hap- you at all times and in pened was a miracle! In- all circumstances, the

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king of kings, and lord of lords, with all power in His hands! He's calling you to trust and obey, to be courageous in the midst of difficult circumstances and to have faith.

In the presence of faith, fear must leave!

Take back your life...

I. Having faith in God, His presence in your life and His abilities to help you in any situation is what gives you the power and strength of spirit to overcome fear. Try listing your greatest fears regarding your current circumstances on a piece of paper. Then at the bottom of the page write the verse as a personalization of Romans 8:31-32. What then shall I say to these things? If God is for me, who is against me? He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him over for me, How will He not also with Him freely give me all things?

How do your fears look

now knowing God is on your side?

2. Hebrews 13:5-6, (TLB) "For God has said, I will never never fail you nor forsake you." That is why we can say without any doubt or fear. The Lord is my helper and I am not afraid of anything that mere man can do to me." What hope and encouragement you find in this scripture as you think about health, finances, work and daily life circumstances as you seek to rebuild your life. 3. Commit, to memory, 2 Timothy 1:7 and every time you begin to feel fearful about anything, say it aloud or to yourself, as a reminder that the spirit of timidity is not of God and can be conquered by faith. Remember, in the presence of faith, fear must leave! It will !

Some additional scripture helps... Psalm 91, Proverbs 3:25-26, John 14:27.

mar; a son, Kelly Dean Finley, Carthage, Texas; his former wife, Lynn Finley, Lamar and a large extended family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jim Finley and a son, Joshua Finley.

Mr. Finley was born Oct. 5, 1944, in Wayne, Mich., to James B. and Nell (Johnston) Finley.

Growing up in a military family, he lived in many different places and attended schools in the United States and abroad.

Always an excellent student, he graduated Cum Laude from the University of Missouri at Rolla in 1966, earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering. That same year he married Lynn Youngs and they moved to Peoria, Ill., where he worked for Caterpillar. Later they moved to Houston and he worked as a technical writer for Hughes Tool.

After 40 years in Texas, he moved back to Lamar.

In his retirement years, he had more time to expand his computer skills and enjoyed cooking gourmet meals.

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LEGALS LEGALS

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE A default has accrued on a certain note secured by a deed of trust executed by, Vickie Sue Ready dated 2/28/2008 and recorded on 3/14/2008 as Document Number 2008-381, in the Recorder’s office for Barton County, Missouri.

The successor trustee will on July 17, 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: ALL THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BARTON, STATE OF MISSOURI, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS ALL OF LOT FOUR (4), IN BLOCK EIGHT (8), OF WALSERS FOURTH ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF LIBERAL, MISSOURI, BEING MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 491 PAGE 754, DATED 07/30/2003, RECORDED 07/31/2003, IN BARTON COUNTY RECORDS. Commonly known as: 400 Fishback, Liberal, Missouri 64762 for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness and the costs of executing this trust.

CSM Foreclosure Trustee Corp.

Successor Trustee (800) 652-4080 4x 6/25, 7/2, 7/9 and 7/16/2014 CSM File 26-14-00149

6-25,7-2,9,16-4tc in the estate of NELLIE KALM, decedent: The Lamar R-I School is On the 1st day of July, currently seeking sealed 2014, RAYMOND KALM, bids for the following SR., was appointed the services.

Personal Representative * Labor for installation of of the estate of NELLIE chain link fence throughout KALM, decedent, by designated areas in the the Probate Division district. Approximately 560 of the Circuit Court of linear feet in 3 different Barton County, Missouri. business address locations throughout the The of Raymond Kalm, Sr. district.

Bid specifications may is 2503 Birch Road, be requested by emailing Garland, Kansas 66711, harrisz@lamar.k12.mo.us. and the attorney is Bryan Copies of specifications C. Breckenridge, whose address and telephone may also be picked up number are 108 West at 405 Walnut, Lamar, Walnut, Nevada, Missouri MO. Bid deadline will be 64772, 417-667-5076.

July 17, 2014 at 9:00a.m.

All creditors of the And must be contained decedent are notified to file in a sealed envelope with claims in court within six “fence labor bid” noted on months from the date of first outside label and mailed or publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice delivered to: Lamar R-I Public School was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the 405 Walnut Personal Representative, Lamar, MO 64759 Lamar R-I Public Schools then within two months reserves the right to accept from the date it was mailed or reject any or all bids and or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the to waive any informality in fullest extent permissible by the bid process. law. Such six-month period Zach Harris, Ed.D. and such two-month period Superintendent do not extend the limitation Lamar R-I School District period that would bar claims 202 W. 7th Street one year after the decedent’s Lamar, MO 64759 death, as provided in Section 7-9,16-2tc 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation IN THE CIRCUIT periods. Nothing in Section COURT OF BARTON 473.444, RSMo, shall be COUNTY, MISSOURI construed to bar any action PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of NELLIE against a decedent’s liability KALM, Deceased. Estate insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant No. 14B4-PR00041 NOTICE OF LETTERS to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent’s death GRANTED was April 21, 2014.

To all persons interested Date of first publication is

July 16, 2014.

Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that he necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court in and for the County and State aforesaid.

S-Charles D. Curless 7-16,23,30,8-6-4tc Taking bids on 1963 IH 1600 Load Star 1,000 gallon stainless steel tank. Bids will be taken until July 31. Send to Randy McGuire, 508 Wyatt, Golden City.

7-16-1tc TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Christopher K. Shaw and Sigred R. Shaw, Husband and Wife Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Christopher K. Shaw and Sigred R. Shaw, Husband and Wife dated August 22, 2003 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Barton County, Missouri in Book 494, Page 561 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 4:55 PM), at the West Front Door of the Court House, City of Lamar, County of Barton, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the

following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Barton County, State of Missouri, to wit: A TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION SIXTEEN (16), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-ONE (31), RANGE TWENTYNINE (29), BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI, FURTHER DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 16, THENCE N 90 DEGREES W ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 332.38 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 54’ 45” E A DISTANCE OF 393.32 FEET, THENCE S 90 DEGREES E A DISTANCE OF 332.38 FEET, THENCE N 00 DEGREES 54’ 24” W ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 393.32 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, SUBJECT TO COUNTY ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAYS AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD.[EXCEPT ANY PART NOW IN OR USED FOR STREET, ROAD OR HIGHWAY]. to satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 161183.081314.327875

FC NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

7-16,23,30,8-6-4tc Lamar R-1 School District offers for public sealed bid sale a 2000 Plymouth Van, over 200,000 miles.

Opening of sealed bids will be 7/31/2014 @ 9:00. Sealed bids may be mailed or delivered to the Superintendent’s Office located at 405 Walnut, Lamar, MO 64759. The vehicle is sold as is with no warranties or guarantees given or implied. The purchaser will be responsible for all cost incurred for the removal of the vehicle from the sale site. The vehicle must be removed no later than 3:00pm, 8/29/2014. Please Call 417-682-3527 to make an appointment to view.

7-16,23-2tc NOTICE FOR BIDS The Barton County Commission is requesting bids for a server. For Bid Specs contact the Barton County Clerk at 1004 Gulf, Lamar, MO 64759. Bids are due Monday, July 28, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. The County reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

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NOTICE OF DELINQUENT TAX SALE The following is a publication of lots and lands in Barton County, Missouri, which are to be offered for sale, in the hallway outside the Collector - Treasurer’s Office, Room 101, near the south entrance of the Court House in Lamar, Missouri.

Sale begins at ten o’clock a.m. on Monday, August 25th, 2014. A tax certificate, or a collector’s deed in case of land advertised for sale the third time, will be issued by the provisions of Article 9 Chapter 74, of the Revised Statutes of the State of Missouri for 1939.

The land or lots are to be

sold under the description as listed, and the amounts shown due for each year represent the total amount of taxes, interest and costs, which are the cost of this sale. The certificate will be issued covering said lands and lots to discharge the total taxes, penalty, interest and costs which are charged against said lands and lots on the records in my office at the time of sale.

If you would like information on how the tax sale or delinquent tax land works, please come by the Barton County Collector/ Treasurer’s office for a brochure that will explain it.

Being Offered for the First Time Baker, Oma Deane 1009 Pine, Golden City, MO, 11-070-35-020-019007010. Tract 1: A Tract Com 25 ft N and 140 3/5 ft W of the SE Corner of NW Quarter of NW Quarter of Sec 35, Twp 31, Rge 29, thence N 56 ft to the point of beginning, thence N 60 ft, thence W 125 ft, thence S 60 ft, thence E 125 ft to the place of beginning, Barton County, Missouri.

Tract 2: A tract of land located in the NW Quarter

of the NW Quarter of Sec 35, Twp 31, Rge 29, Town of Golden City, Barton County, Missouri and further described as follows: A tract commencing 141 ft N and 140.6 ft W of the the SE corner of the NW Quarter of the NW Quarter of said Sec 35, thence N 22 ft, thence W 120.6 ft, thence S 22 ft, thence E 120.6 ft to the POB. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 262.76; 2012, 237.43; 2013, 210.12; Cost, 165.00; Total, $875.31.

Barthelme, Michael L. & Laura S. No Address, Asbury, MO, 16-020-04000-000-001000. All of Lots 1 & 2 of the NE1/4 of Sec 4, Twp 30, Range 33, EXCEPT the following: Beginning at the SE Corner of the NE1/4 of said Sec 4, th N along the E line of said NE 1/4 a distance of 574.0’, th W a distance of 471.27’, th S a distance of 574.0’ to the S line of said NE 1/4, th E a distance of 471.27’ to the pob. EXCEPT: a portion of Lots 1 & 2, in the NE 1/4 of Sec. 4, Twp 30 N, Rge 33W, Barton Couty, MO described as follows: Com at the SE Corner of said NE 1/4, th N 00 degrees E (assumed bearings) along the E line of said NE 1/4 a distance of 1148.00’ to the pob; th N 88 degrees 41’ 42” W & parallel to the S line of said NE 1/4 a distance of 471.27’, th N 00 degrees E & parallel to the E line of said NE ¼ a distance of 574.00’; th S 88 degrees 41’ 42” E a distance of 471.27’ to the E line of said NE 1/4; th S 00 degrees W 574.00’ to the pob; AND EXCEPT

That part of Lot 1, in the NE 1/4 of said Sec 4, bounded and described as follows: Com at the SE Corner of said NE 1/4, th N 00 degrees 00’ 00” E along the E line of said NE ¼ a distance of 574 feet to the pob, th N 88 degrees 41’ 42” W, 471.27’, th N 00 degrees 00’ 00” E and parallel to said E line 574’, th S 88 degrees 41’ 42” E 471.27’ to said E line, th S 00 degrees 00’ 00” W along said E line 574’ to the pob. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 209.81; 2012, 175.69; 2013, 146.95; Cost, 80.00; Total, $612.45.

Barthelme, Michael L. & Laura S. 1397 SW 90th Road, Asbury, MO, 16020-10-000-000-002030. A part of the NW1/4 of Sec 10, Twp 30 N, Range 33 W, Barton County, MO., more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the NW Corner of said NW1/4, th E 257.8’, th S 247.7’, th W 257.8’, th N 247.7’ to the POB. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 1310.97; 2012, 1096.75; 2013, 920.93; Cost, 70.00; Total, $3,398.65.

Braker, Teague A. & Jena L. 105 N Denton, Liberal, MO, 06-010-02010-002-030000. A Tract commencing at the NE corner of Lot 6, in Block 3, Town of Liberal, MO, and running thence N 57 1/2 ft, thence W 150 ft, thence S 57 1/2 ft, thence E 150 ft to the place of beginning, being a part of the NE quarter of Sec 2, Twn 32, Rge 33, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 432.68; 2012, 364.28; 2013, 296.48; Cost, 165.00; Total, $1,258.44.

Clawson, Stephanie J. & Sawyer, Ruby A 1100 Grand, Lamar, MO, 09090-30-020-044-004000.

90’ off and across the West end of Lot 1, EXC 3’ off & across the S side thereof, in Block 29, Parry’s 2nd Add., Lamar, Barton County, Mo. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 667.23; 2012, 599.57; 2013, 518.01; Cost, 80.00; Total, $1,864.81.

Crist, Jacqueline 209 N Pedro, Liberal, MO, 06010-02-020-004-004000.

All of Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8, together with a vacated street on the S side of Lot

1 & the vacated alley on the W side of Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, & 8, all in Block 13, N Dennison Addition to the City of Liberal, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 245.54; 2012, 206.51; 2013, 174.01; Cost, 175.00; Total, $801.06.

Cunningham, Kevin Duane & Kelley Jean, 558 NW 6th RD, Iantha, MO, 07-060-24-020-013003000. Lots 3 & 4, and 80 Feet off the West end of Lots 5 & 6, Block 3, in Wolf’s 2nd Addition to the Town of Iantha, Barton County, Missouri. (No Block # given in deed.). 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 427.27; 2012, 359.18; 2013, 310.26; Cost, 80.00; Total, $1,176.71.

Cunningham, Tabitha 504 Wyatt, Golden City, MO, 11-070-26-030-020004000. All of Lot 19, in Block 3 of Cleland-Wyatt’s Addition & part vacated alley, Golden City, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 193.78; 2012, 175.06; 2013, 156.22; Cost, 80.00; Total, $605.06.

Cunningham, Tabitha 1008 Lincoln, Golden City, MO, 11-080-34-010001-006000. A tract com 437’ W of SE corner of N 1/2 of NE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Sec 34, Twp 31, Rge 29, th W 8 rods 12 feet, thence N 18 rods 4 feet, thence E 8 rods 12 feet, thence S 18 rods 4 feet to place of beginning, in Barton County, Mo. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 64.31; 2012, 57.66; 2013, 47.19; Cost, 80.00; Total, $249.16.

Deininger, Freda E. 306 Wyatt, Golden City, MO, 11-070-26-030012-001000. All of Block Eleven (11), Wyatt’s Second Addition to Golden City, Barton County, Missouri.

2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 235.45; 2012, 213.22; 2013, 187.92; Cost, 165.00; Total, $801.59.

Deininger, Freda E. 310 Wyatt, Golden City, MO, 11-070-26-030-012001010. Commencing at the SW corner of Lot One (1), Block Eleven (11), Wyatt’s 2nd addition to Golden City, Barton County, MO, and running thence Easterly 300

ft, more or less, to the SE corner of Lot Twelve (12) of said Block 11, Wyatt’s 2nd addition to Golden City, thence S 160 ft, thence W 300 ft, thence N 160 ft to the point of beginning. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 850.04; 2012, 767.22; 2013, 663.43; Cost, 155.00; Total, $2,435.69.

Fletcher, Robert W. & Sherry A. 470 SE 30th RD, Lamar, MO, 12-02003-000-000-008010.

A tract commencing at the SE Corner of the W Half of the SE Quarter of Sec Three (3), Twp Thirty-one (31), Rge Thirty (30), in Barton County, Missouri, and running thence W 40 rods thence N 20 rods, thence E 80 rods, thence S 20 rods, thence W 40 rods to the place of beginning, EXCEPT a tract commencing 40 rods W of the SE Corner of the W Half of the SE Quarter of said Sec 3, and running thence N 330 ft, thence E 114 ft, thence S 330 ft, thence W 114 ft to the place of beginning; AND EXCEPT a tract of land located in the E Half of the SE Quarter of said Section 3, further described as follows: Commencing at the SW Corner of said E Half, SE Quarter, thence E along the S line of said Section 3 a distance of 132 ft to the point of beginning, thence continuing E a distance of 528 ft, thence N a distance of 330 ft, thence W a distance of 528 ft, thence S a distance of 330 ft to the point of beginning; AND EXCEPT a tract of land located in the S half of the SE Quarter of Sec 3, Twp 31 N, Rge 30 W, Barton County, Missouri, further described as follows: Commencing at the SE Corner of the SW Quarter of the SE Quarter of said Sec 3, thence W along the S line of said Sec 3 a distance of 39 ft, thence N 330 ft, thence E a distance of 171 ft, thence S a distance of 330 ft, thence W along the S line of said Sec 3 a distance of 132 ft to the point of beginning, subject to County Road ROW and easements of record. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 532.14; 2012, 478.44; 2013, 430.78; Cost, 165.00;

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LEGALS

Legals, continued from page 3B Total, $1,606.36.

Force, Jalene L. (McCann) 700 E 11th, Lamar, MO, 09-090-30010-023-006000. All of the W half of Lot Five (5), in Block Forty-Seven (47), of Parry’s Third Addition to the City of Lamar, Missouri, subject, however to the provisions and terms of a certain city zoning ordinance NO. 1100, also subject to restriction and easements of record, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 492.08; 2012, 441.49; 2013, 398.86; Cost, 165.00; Total, $1,497.43.

Huskey, William Raymond 535 & 539 SE 41st Rd, Lamar, MO. 12060-14-020-005-001010.

Block 6 Town of Kenoma, Barton County, MO. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 160.92; 2012, 144.65; 2013, 127.44; Cost, 80.00; Total, $513.01.

Ingels, Roy D. & Christina 905 Hicks Ave, Golden City, MO, 11070-35-020-014-005000.

72 feet off the N side of Lot 3, in Blk 4, of Hicks Add to the Town of Golden City, Barton County, MO. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 1044.02; 2012, 942.60; 2013, 797.82; Cost, 80.00; Total, $2,864.44.

Ingels, Roy E. & Christina & Ryan 609 Church, Golden City, MO, 11-070-26-030-024007000. All of Lots One (1) and Two (2), in Block Four (4) of Wyatts Second Addition to Town of Golden City, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 312.99; 2012, 282.93; 2013, 251.32; Cost, 80.00; Total, $927.24.

Leivan, Aaron 1400 Mill, Lamar, MO, 09-090-30030-019-002010. All of Lot 8 & 12’ off & across entire N side Lot 7, Block 3, M.N. Wills 5th Add to City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 560.12; 2012, 503.53; 2013, 435.64; Cost, 80.00; Total, $1,579.29.

Manka, Roberta (Hurrell) 804 Tilden, Golden City, MO, 11-07035-020-001-005000.

N2 Lot 7, Union Addtion to Town of Golden City, MO in Barton County. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 785.18; 2012, 708.52; 2013, 636.16; Cost, 80.00; Total, $2,209.86.

Manka, Roberta (Hurrell) No Address, Golden City, MO, 11-07035-020-001-005010. Tr com point 60 ‘E of NE cor of Lot 16, Blk 1, Hick’s Add Town of Golden City, MO, th E 180’, th S 70’, th W 180’, th N 70’ to POB, otherwise known as Lot 4, Union Add, Town Golden City, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 34.24; 2012, 30.51; 2013, 26.26; Cost, 70.00; Total, $161.01.

McCulloch, Virgil L. & Charlotte M. 109 E 11th St, Mindenmines. MO, 06091-32-030-007-001000.

All of Lots Thirteen (13), & Fourteen (14), in Block Fifty-eight (58), of First Addition to the Town of Minden, now Mindenmines, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009,

-0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 351.84; 2012, 294.58; 2013, 55.66; Cost, 165.00; Total, $867.08.

McKinney, Roger A 400 Wyatt, Golden City, MO. 11-070-26-030-013001000. A tract commencing 92 ft N of the SE Corner of Block 4, Cleland Wyatt’s Addition to Golden City, Barton County, Missouri, and running thence W 200 ft, thence N 48 ft, thence E 200 ft, thence S 48 ft to the place of beginning.

Subject to Easements and restrictions of record. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 24.24; 2012, 21.71; 2013, 18.65; Cost, 165.00; Total, $229.60.

McMasters, Lula Belle 1204 Truman, Lamar, MO, 09-090-30-030-001003000. The N Half of Lot Two (2), Block One (1), of M.N. Wills Second Addition to the City Of Lamar, Missouri. Subject, to the provisions and terms of City Zoning Ordinance No. 1100. Aslo including all our right, title and interest in and to the N Half of a certain 14 ft alleyway, heretofore vacated by the City Ordinance No. 1022, dated August 5, 1968, recored Book 294 at Page 25 in Recorder’s Office of Barton County, Missouri, and being located between Lots 1 and 2, in Block 1, of said M.N. Wills Second Addition to the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 397.17; 2012, 356.51; 2013, 301.06; Cost, 165.00; Total, $1,219.74.

Medlin, Robert L. 607 W 12th St, Lamar, MO, 08070-25-010-003-072009.

LEASE - BUILDING ONLY A tract of land located in the NW 1/4 of Sec 25, Twn 32, Rge 30, Barton County MO. A tract described as commencing 76 rods and 10 1/2 ft W of the SW corner of block six (6), Peter’s or First addition to Lamar, MO running thence 125’ 5” W along the N right of way line of Hwy 160, thence N 267 ft, thence E 125’ 5”, thence S 267 ft, to the place of beginning.

2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 1754.09; 2012, 1574.03; 2013, 1388.44; Cost, 165.00; Total, $4,881.56.

Miller, Joe Louis & Donna Lynn 401 Church, Golden City, MO, 11-07026-030-015-002000. All of Lots Five (5) and Six (6), in Block Eight (8), Wyatts Second Addition to Golden City, Missouri, subject to all easements and agreements of record. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 185.33; 2012, 27.58; 2013, 23.72; Cost, 165.00; Total, $401.63.

Morrow, Deana Marie & Jim W. 752 E C Hwy, Milford, MO, 01-040-19-

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040-001-009000. All of Lot Ten (10) of Faubion’s Addition to the Town of Milford, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 159.48; 2012, 145.15; 2013, 127.97; Cost, 165.00; Total, $597.60.

Morrow, Jimmy W. & Deana M. 750 NE Franklin, Milford,MO, 01040-19-040-001-007000.

A Tract commencing at a point 315 ft N of the SW corner of SW quarter of SE quarter of Sec Nineteen (19), Twn Thirty-Three (33), Rge Twenty Nine (29), and running thence E 70 ft, thence N 135 ft, thence W 70 ft, thence S 135 ft to the place of beginning.

Subject to all easements and agreements of record. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 22.83; 2012, 21.00; 2013, 16.87; Cost, 155.00; Total, $215.70.

1900 Gulf Street Partners, LLC 127 SE 13th Rd, Lamar, MO, 09090-31-000-000-003000.

All that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter lying West of the Missouri-Pacific Railroad in Section 31; All that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 31, lying West of the Missouri Pacific Railroad, except a strip of Ground containing sixtenths (6/10) of an acre off the West side thereof; also all that Part of the Northeast quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 31, lying West of the Missouri Pacific Railroad, all in Township 32, Range 30, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 237.83; 2012, 76.47; 2013, 66.07; Cost, 70.00; Total, $450.37.

1900 Gulf Street Partners, LLC 1900 Gulf, Lamar, MO, 09-090-31020-002-001000. Tr of land located in N2 of NW4 of Sec 31, Twp 32 N, Rge 30 W of the P.M., City of Lamar, Barton County, Mo, desc as follows: Com at NW corner of NW4 of sd Sec 31, th N 90 degrees E along N line of sd NW4 638.00’ to the POB, sd pt being intersection of sd N line & E’ly r/w of Gulf Street, th cont N 90 degrees E along sd N line 648.56’ to W’ly r/w of St. Louis-San Francisco RR, th on curve to right along sd W’ly r/w with radius of 1883.45’ a distance of 780.10’, chord to sd curve being 774.54’ on a bearing of S 62 degrees 30’ 28” E, th S 50 degrees 38’ 32” E along sd W’ly r/w

237.21’ to intersection of sd St. Louis-San Francisco RR r/w & Missouri Pacific RR r/w, th S 09 degrees 18’ 00” W along sd Mo. Pac. RR r/w 797.83’ to N r/w line of 21st St, th S 89 degrees 38’ 00” W along sd N r/w line 268.97’, th N 38 degrees 40’ 16” E 251.12’, th N 51 degrees 22’ 38” W 245.45’, th S 38 degrees 35’ 29” W 30.00’, th N 51 degrees 22’ 38” W 782.10’, th N 43 degrees 23’ 05” W 664.66’ returning to pob, subject to easements of record. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 136,506.84; 2012, 100,230.85; 2013, 86,753.18; Cost, 80.00; Total, $323,570.87.

1900 Gulf Street Partners, LLC No Address, Lamar, MO, 09090-31-020-002-002000.

Tr of land located in N2 of NW4 of Sec. 31, Twp 32 N, Rge 30 W of the P.M.,City of Lamar, Barton County, Mo desc as follows: Com at NW corner of NW4 of sd Sec 31, th N 90 degrees E along N line of sd NW4 638.00’ to the POB, sd pt being intersection of sd N line & E’ly r/w of Gulf St, th S 43 degrees 23’ 05” E 664.66’, th S 51 degrees 22’ 38” E 782.10’, th N 38 degrees 35’ 29” E 30.00’, th S 51 degrees 22’ 38” E 245.45’, th S 38 degrees 40’ 16” W 251.12’ to N r/w line of 21st St, th S 89 degrees 38’ 00” W along sd N r/w 1093.53’ to E r/w line of Gulf St, th N 01 degrees 12’ 51” W along sd E r/w 1304.33’ returning to pt of beg., subj to easemens of record. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 64,686.92; 2012, 83,577.81; 2013, 72,346.73; Cost, 70.00; Total, $220,681.46.

O’Brien, Edward & Kristen 1214 SW 100th Rd, Asbury, MO, 16010-11-000-000-003000.

A Tract beginning at the SE corner of the W half of the SE quarter of the SE quarter of Sec 11, Twn 30, Rge 33, Barton County, MO., Thence N 0 degrees 18’ 45” W 722.57 ft to an existing fence, thence N 79

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degrees 37’ 37” E 42.32 ft to an existing fence corner, thence S 0 degrees 13’ 24” W 406.83 ft to an existing fence corner, thence S 0 degrees 09’ 34” W 323.20 ft to the S line of said Sec 11, thence S 89 degrees 45’ 16” W 35.20 ft to said point of beginning, Except an part taken or deeded for road purpose. Also a tract commencing at the SE corner of the W half of the SE quarter of the SE quarter of Sec 11, Twn 30, Rge 33, Barton County, Missouri, thence W 246 ft, thence N 732 ft, thence E 246 ft, thence S 732 ft to the point of beginning, except any part taken or deeded for road purposes. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 1,387.73; 2012, 1,161.12; 2013, 985.54; Cost, 165.00; Total, $3,699.39.

Pilcher, Terry W. & Kimberly L. 1507 Poplar, Lamar, MO, 09-090-30030-026-007000. Lot Four (4) in Block Two (2), of M.N. Will’s 3rd Addition to the City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 575.06; 2012, 516.29; 2013, 443.72; Cost, 165.00; Total, $1,700.07.

Pitts, R. L. & Penny 405 Church, Golden City, MO, 11-070-26-030-015003000. All of Lot Four (4) in Block Eight (8), of Wyatt’s Second Addition to the Town of Golden City, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 177.51; 2012, 160.39; 2013, 139.11; Cost, 165.00; Total, $642.01.

Pitts, R.L. Jr & Penelope 1000 Walnut, Golden City, MO, 11-080-34010-003-003000. A Tract commencing at a point 20 rods and 30 ft N of the SE corner of the NE quarter of the NE quarter of Sec Thirtyfour (34), Twn Thirty-one (31), Rge Twenty-nine (29), and running thence N 85 ft, thence W 16 rods, thence S 85 ft, thence E 16 rods

to the place of beginning, in Golden City, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 253.43; 2012, 228.63; 2013, 198.71; Cost, 155.00; Total, $835.77.

Selsor, Chris, Selsor, Katie & Sample, Amanda 900 Truman, Lamar, MO, 09-090-30-020-029001000. All of the W Ninety (90) ft of Lot One (1), Block Thirty-two (32), in Parry’s Second Addition to the City of Lamar, in Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 507.50; 2012, 455.95; 2013, 396.66; Cost, 165.00; Total, $1,525.11.

Showen, Willie 1000 Golden Ave, Golden City, MO, 11-070-35020-019-001000. A tract commencing at a point on the E line of Pine Street in the City of Golden City, Barton County, Missouri, 893 feet S of the N line of the NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 35, Township 31, Range 29, running thence E 136 feet for a place of commencement, thence running E to the E line of said NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 35, thence S 142 feet, thence W to a point 136 feet E of said E line of Pine Street, thence N 142 feet to the place of beginning, except 75 feet off and across the entire S side thereof.

2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 284.07; 2012, 256.52; 2013, 231.68; Cost, 80.00; Total, $852.27.

Sisneros, Stephen Patrick aka Stephen P. 382 N A Hwy, Lamar, MO, 09010-01-000-000-002020. A tract of land located in Govt.

Lot 2 of the NW quarter of Sec 1, Twn 32 N Range 30 W, Barton County, MO, containing 32.23 acres and further described as follows: beginning at the NW corner of said Sec 1, thence N 89 degrees 47’ 49” E along the N line of said

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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS Remember lawn and garden before leaving on vacation SPRINGFIELD-An overgrown lawn and garden can be a signal to burglars that a family is away on vacation.

That is why taking a few steps to tend to both your lawn and garden are essential before leaving on a summer trip according to Patrick Byers, horticulture specialist, University of Missouri Extension. “Water your home lawn and garden well prior to leaving, especially if there has been little rainfall. A thorough, slow soaking will

provide a lasting supply of moisture,” Byers said.

Byers also recommends putting a two- to threeinch layer of mulch on or around all flowerbeds, vegetable gardens, shrubs and newly planted trees to conserve moisture and hold down weeds.

Flowerbeds and vegetable gardens are vulnerable to drought while away.

To water automatically, place either soaker hoses or sprinklers to cover beds and areas of your landscape. Connect them to

hoses attached to a timer at each faucet you use for irrigation. Set the timers to come on twice a week and stay on long enough to thoroughly soak the area.

Timers should be set to come on at difference hours in order to maintain water pressure. It is also best to do irrigation in the morning hours.

Be sure to water and cut the lawn before leaving, and plan to have it mowed during your absence.

Most lawns require mow-

ing at least every seven to 10 days.

“Besides becoming a tell-tale sign that you are away, overgrowth is unhealthy for your lawn. The grass will be unattractive and stressed when it finally is mowed if you ignore it too long,” Byers said.

Byers also recommends doing a few other things in your lawn and garden before leaving: * Cut flowering annual and perennial blooms to encourage new growth and flowers. Old blooms

and seed heads left on the plants can retard continued flower production. * Harvest all ripe, nearripe or harvest-size vegetables to avoid waste and promote continued production. Consume, freeze or give the harvest away.

Have someone check and regularly harvest vegetables such as okra, squash and cucumbers while you're gone. * Weed beds, and make sure your mulch is at least two inches thick. Because of the rapid growth of

weeds, a small problem can develop into a major disaster while you are gone. * Be sure walks and beds are neatly edged before leaving. This is another situation where the buildup of growth while you are away will be difficult to manage when you return.

For answers to garden, lawn, soil or plant questions, contact the nearest University of Missouri Extension center or contact the Master Gardener Hotline at (417) 881-8909.

Being Offered for the Second Time Fisca Oil, Co. 1734 W 126 Hwy, Asbury, MO, 15092-30-000-000-008010.

A portion of S2 Lot 4 SW4 Sec 30, Twp 31N, Rge 33W, Barton Co, Mo, beg at SW cor Sec 30, th N along W line Lot 4, 290’, th E & parallel w/ S line of Lot 4 350’, th S & parallel with W line 290’ to S line of Lot 4, th W 350’ to POB, exc S 40’ for hwy purposes. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, 3287.19; 2011, 2744.96; 2012, 2304.30; 2013, 1909.42; Cost, 80.00; Total, $10,325.87.

Mayfield, Paula L. 1501 Broadway, Lamar, MO, 09-090-30-030-025001000. All of Lot 1, Block 9, M.N.Wills 3rd Add City of Lamar, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, 971.65; 2011, 788.08; 2012, 707.49; 2013, 15,597.12; Cost, 80.00; Total $18,144.34.

Murray, George F. 406 W 9th, Lamar, MO, 08070-25-010-004-012000.

Tr com SW cor Lot 15, Blk

4, Humphrey’s Add to City of Lamar, MO, th N 140’, th E 60’, th S 140’, th W 60’ POB. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, 495.03; 2011, 331.03; 2012, 297.02; 2013, 262.81; Cost, 80.00; Total, $1,465.89.

Taylor, Lyman & Casey 908 Clinton, Golden City, MO, 11-070-35-020-014008000. The E/2 of the S/2 of Lot 4, in Block 4, of Hick’s Add to the Town of Golden City, Barton Co.,MO. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, 370.45; 2011, 192.79; 2012, 174.34; 2013, 76.34; Cost, 70.00; Total, $883.92.

Tuck, Kathleen M. & Tuck, Michael H. 102 E 17th Street, Lamar, MO, 09-090-30-030-034004000. Lots 5 & 6, Block 3, of Will’s 3rd Addition to Lamar, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, 950.97; 2011, 767.82; 2012, 689.66; 2013, 598.16; Cost, 80.00; Total, $3,086.61.

Being Offered for the Third Time

Wirts, Floyd W. 1037 Gulf, Lamar, MO, 09-09030-020-036-010000. All of the N/2 of the S/2 of Lot 5, in Block 20, of the Original Town of Lamar, MO, including a one- half interest in the North party wall between the building now standing on said tract and the building immediately adjoining on the North side thereof, and privilege to use the stairway as now located, which shall be used for the joint benefit of the Grantee herein and the Owners of the building immediately adjoining on the South side thereof, and their assigns, in Barton County, MO. 2008, -0-; 2009, 1,678.17; 2010, 1,542.16; 2011, 1,331.57; 2012, 1,194.37; 2013, 1012.80; Cost, 80.00; Total, $6,839.07.

Property on Which Any Reasonable Bid Will Be Considered Cochran, Mark T. & Terri S. 408 Pacific, Mindenmines, MO, 15031-05-020-029-003000.

All of Lots 8 & 9, in Block

27, Town of Minden, now called Mindenmines, Barton County, Mo. 2008, 413.63; 2009, 371.16; 2010, 355.17; 2011, 179.33; 2012, 149.96; 2013, 125.41; Cost, 80.00; Total, $1,674.66.

Cochran, Mary M., Mark T., & Terri S. 406 Pacific, Mindenmines, MO, 15-031-05-020-029004000. All of Lot 10, Block 27, Original Town, now City of Mindenmines, AND all of Lot 11, Block 27, in Town of Mindenmines, Barton County, Missouri. 2008, 374.24; 2009, 340.44; 2010, 326.67; 2011, 68.43; 2012, 57.43; 2013, 45.91; Cost, 70.00; Total, $1,283.12.

I, Barba Parrish, Collector - Treasurer of Barton County, Missouri, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct list of lands and lots that if 2011 taxes are not paid before August 25, 2014, will be offered for sale as above set forth. Dated this 16th Day of July, 2014.

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Legals, continued from page 4B Sec 1 a distance of 1374.30 ft, thence S 00 degrees 18’ 45” E a distance of 1021 ft, thence S 89 degrees 47’ 49” W a distance of 1376.49 ft, thence N 00 degrees 11’ 24” W along the W line of said Sec 1 a distance of 1021 ft to the POB, subject to Hwy “A” and county ROW and easements of record.

2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 1941.57; 2012, 1,745.91; 2013, 1,517.38; Cost, 165.00; Total, $5,369.86.

Smith, Emma L. 1701 Grand, Lamar, MO, 9-090-30-030-043-001000.

72 ft off the entire N side of Lot 1, in Block 12, of M.N. Wills 5th addition to the City of Lamar, Barton County, MO. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 832.17; 2012, 747.44; 2013, 654.79; Cost, 165.00; Total, $2,399.40.

Taylor, Teresa aka Eads, Tersa 606 Grand, Lamar, MO, 09-090-30020-002-006000. A Tract commencing at a point 72 ft N of the SW corner of

Block Thirty-nine (39), of Parry’s Addition to the City of Lamar, Missouri, and running thence E 157 ft, thence N 80 ft, thence W 157 ft, thence S 80 ft to the place of beginning. 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 491.61; 2012, 441.49; 2013, 391.52; Cost, 165.00; Total, $1,489.62.

Yokley, Stephen Joe & Kristi Ann 223A SE 30th LN, Lamar, MO, 12-03005-000-000-010000.

A Tract of land commencing at the SE corner of the NE quarter of the NE quarter of Sec Five (5), Twn Thirtyone (31), Rge Thirty (30), and running thence W 445 ft, thence N 226.4 ft, thence E 437 ft to the E line of said Sec Five (5), thence S 226.4 ft to the place of beginning, except that part taken for public road. Said tract is a part of the NE quarter of the NE quarter of said Sec Five (5). 2008, -0-; 2009, -0-; 2010, -0-; 2011, 152.10; 2012, 136.60; 2013, 118.71; Cost, 165.00; Total, $572.41.

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AREA NEWS Insect pressure low in area Japanese beetles populations expected to peak later in July fields; check threshold levels of Japanese beetles before spraying Jill Scheidt, agronomy specialist with University of Missouri Extension in Barton County, scouted fields 10 miles east of Lamar and north of Golden City on July 2 for the crop scouting program.

Scheidt offers this advice from the field.

Corn is in pollination stage; pollination is complete in most fields and pollinated well. Threshold levels for Japanese beetle in corn are three or more beetles per plant clipping green silks to one-half an inch. Once pollination is over, there is no need to control Japanese beetle in corn. "It is typically not economical to spray because Japanese beetles come in several flights,

resulting in multiple insecticide applications," said Scheidt.

Soybeans are in beginning bloom and the first trifoliate. "Japanese beetle and grasshopper seem to be more attracted to more mature plants, but generally do not require treatment," said Scheidt.

Threshold levels for Japanese beetle and any leaffeeding insect in soybean are 30 percent defoliation before bloom and 20 percent defoliation during and after bloom. "I am not seeing a need to spray insecticides in any fields right now. For control of Japanese beetle in landscapes and garden use Sevin or Malathion. Remember beneficial insects

will be killed with insecticides," said Scheidt.

"Japanese beetle populations should start to decrease over the next 3 weeks and beetles should be gone by August. So far, I have not seen any fields at threshold level for Japanese beetles and there is no need to spray an insecticide," said Scheidt.

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 at (417) 6823579.

NEVADA-The Vernon County Sheriff ’s Office has ruled the deaths of three people at a rural home just south of Nevada as a double murder suicide. According to a press release issued early Monday, July 7, Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher confirmed that his office responded to a 911 call placed by a family member.

Responding emergency personnel pronounced all three people dead on scene. According to the press release, authorities say evidence indicates that Charles K Besaw, 52, Nevada, shot and killed his brother Harold Besaw, 54, of California, and his mother Fay F Besaw, 77,

of Nevada, before taking his own life.

Sheriff Mosher said he called out the Southwest Missouri Case Squad Friday when he was notified of the incident.

“When the call first came in we didn’t know what we would be dealing with or what had happened, so I called out the Major Case Squad to make sure we had all the help we needed.” The sheriff confirmed that a semi auto handgun belonging to Charles Besaw was used in the shootings and was recovered by his office.

According to the press release, investigators believe the shooting took place between the hours

of 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 3 and the 911 call was placed on Friday, July 4 at 2:49 p.m. The sheriff said the investigation did show an apparent motive to the shootings, but would not specify as to what that motive was. “It’s a family matter and I am going to respect the family’s wishes to keep it that way,” said Mosher. The sheriff also said he would not comment on who the family member was that called 911. “Our prayers are with the family members of the deceased during their time of grieving and I ask that the media and public respect their privacy during this time.”

Double murder suicide in rural Vernon County confirmed

Barton County Sheriff 's Department keeps active The Barton County Sheriff 's Office took a complaint on Thursday, June 19, of an alleged assault that happened in the Liberal area. At approximately 1 a.m., an investigation was conducted by the sheriff 's office regarding a physical altercation that took place between two subjects. At the conclusion of the investigation, arrested was Jacob A. Chapman, 23, Liberal, on the charge of 3rd Degree Domestic Assault.

The sheriff 's department conducted a traffic stop Saturday, June 21, on Hwy. 160, approximately four miles east of Lamar.

During the stop the deputy smelled a strong odor of alcoholic beverage coming from the vehicle.

As a result of the stop, five individuals were transported to the sheriff 's office and summons were issued for the criminal charge of Minors Being Visibly Intoxicated over a .02 percent blood alcohol.

Issued summons were Justin D. Carpenter, 19, Liberal and Levi F. Pe-

tersen, 18, Lucas W. Compton, 18, Cody C. Walters, 19 and William R. O'Brien, 18, all of Lamar.

Information was received on Friday, June 27, by the sheriff 's office regarding the whereabouts of a four-wheeler ATV supposedly located by some mineral pits on the state line. The retrieval of the four-wheeler was complicated due to its location and position.

Following a few hours, the four-wheeler was recovered and brought back to the sheriff 's office. A check on the VIN number showed the ATV to be stolen out of Vernon County. The Vernon County Sheriff 's Office picked up the four-wheeler and transported it back to their agency.

Barton County Deputy Brad Keithly received a call on Saturday, June 28, regarding an automated business alarm going off at Dixon's Convenience Store in Burgess. Deputies from Crawford County, Kan., as well as the Liber-

al Police, responded and assisted in the investigation. At the conclusion of the investigation, Harly T. Mitchell, 27, Mulberry, Kan., was arrested on a 24 hour hold on a criminal charge of Burglary.

Mitchell was served with an arrest warrant the following morning, with a bond amount of $10,000 cash or surety.

Information was received by the sheriff 's department on Sunday, June 29, regarding an individual, Olivia C. Legrand, 22, Lamar, being dropped off at a residence in Lamar. Legrand was wanted on criminal charges in Barton County.

Chief Deputy Toby Luce and Lamar Police officers went to 1003 Grand in Lamar, where they made contact with the resident.

After some time Legrand exited the home and was arrested on a criminal charge of Violating an Order of Protection.

She was transported to the jail, where she was processed and later posted bond.

HOUSTON, Mo.-Japanese beetles have been reported in large numbers across Missouri according to Sarah Kenyon, agronomy specialist with University of Missouri Extension.

“These destructive insects feed on roses, shrub, vegetables, and even field crops like corn and soybean. The damaged leaves typically look like Swiss cheese,” said Kenyon.

Trap counts across the state indicate the population will continue to climb and will peak later in July. The green, dime-size beetle with bronze wings and white tufts of hair around its shell is amid a multiyear population boom.

Japanese beetles show little discrimination in filling their stomachs and will feed on any plant that has a pleasant smell.

“Roses and linden

trees are their favorite crops, but they’ll feed on a wide variety of ornamentals, fruit trees, grapes and 440 different plants species,” said MU Entomologist Wayne Bailey. “They usually feed on the tops of plants in the sunlight and they like plants that smell succulent, so if it smells good to you they likely will prefer those plants.”

Field crops also appear on the menu for the Japanese beetle. Both corn and soybeans can receive significant damage if control measures aren’t implemented.

This can be a serious pest for corn farmers. The insect will chew on corn silk and tassels. If the silks have been taken down to less than half an inch in length, there will not be any pollination, resulting in poor corn production. In corn, treatment is recommended if there are three or more beetles per ear that are producing green silks and pollination is less than 50 percent complete.

In soybean crops, Japanese beetles chew at the

leaves. They prefer lush leaflets at the top of plants and can hurt yield by significantly defoliating the plant. Control is justified if there is 25 percent damage to the leaves of soybeans.

Japanese beetles live for one year. The adult lays eggs in July that hatch and develop into white larvae, which overwinter in the soil and mature during the spring. They emerge as beetles in mid-June and begin feeding. Each healthy female lays 40 to 60 eggs. Adults live up to 60 days.

Homeowners can fall back on a staple insecticide, powdered Sevin (carbaryl), to combat the destruction of Japanese beetles. “Sevin is probably one of the best because it’s readily available and relatively safe to most everything around,” Bailey said.

For more information on the insect contact MU Extension Agronomy Specialist Sarah Kenyon at 417-967-4545 or by email at KenyonS@missouri.edu.

Spike strips end vehicle pursuit NEVADA-Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher confirmed Thursday, July 10, that a vehicle pursuit ended near Compton Junction when the sheriff ’s office used spike strips to stop a fleeing vehicle.

According to the press release, a caller in Barton County reported a vehicle traveling north in the southbound lane.

A Vernon County Sheriff ’s deputy notified dispatch just a little before 1 a.m.

on Thursday, that he had spotted the vehicle and was attempting to stop it. Deputies from Barton County and the Missouri State Highway Patrol assisted, but could not get the driver to pull over.

“We had no idea why the vehicle was driving in the wrong lane, but we had to get it stopped before it hit an on-coming vehicle,” said Mosher.

Law enforcement, driving in the northbound lane, used their emergency lights and sirens in an attempt

to get the driver in the southbound lane to pull over and also to warn other vehicles of the danger, but could not get the driver to stop. Sheriff Mosher said it was not until his office set up spike strips near the Compton Junction exit and deflated three of the vehicles tires that it came to a stop.

The sheriff said one person was taken into custody, but would not give out any other information at this time pending the completion of the investigation.