8-20-14 Lamar Democrat

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FreedomFest celebrates its 16th year

FreedomFest 2014 will be held on the grounds of Round Grove Baptist Church near Miller on Sunday, Aug. 31, with a rainout date of September 1. Festivities are set to begin at 2 p.m., with a car and motorcycle show and a quilt show. Other attractions and activities include performances by the Greenlight Band from Branson, playing a variety of Christian, see FREEDOM, page 6A

County property tax to remain the same

By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer

LAMAR-The Barton County Commission has set the county property tax levy at $0.05 on each $100 of assessed valuation, the same as last year. In fact, the tax has been at that level since 1995. The tax is set after a state required rollback based on receipts from the county sales tax. Figures from the office of County Clerk Kristina Crockett show the sales tax produced $505,163 in 2012 and $525,253 in 2013.

The assessed value for the entire county as of June 30 is $172,136,485.

In other action taken at the see TAX, page 5A

Meeting ushers in 40th year of Lamar Community Betterment

By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat

Thanks to the sponsorship of the Lamar Rotary Club, Culpepper & Merriweather Circus, America's favorite big top circus, is coming to Lamar on Monday, Sept. 8, at the East Elementary School grounds, with two scheduled performances at 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Now in its 30th edition, C&M Circus has become internationally known for quality family entertainment. This authentic one-ring, big top circus has been featured on National Geographic's Explorer TV series, Entertainment Tonight, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Tribune and Arizona Highways Magazine. It has also been featured on the A&E special, Under the Big Top, and most recently On the Road with Circus Kids, a Nickelodeon special featured on the Nick News program.

Bring your family out circus morning to watch as the school grounds are transformed into a bustling circus city. Activity swirls around the grounds as animals are unloaded, the big top is erected and rigging is prepared for performances later in the day.

Enjoy the magic and tradition of the AmeriAUGUST 20 - 23, 2014 can circus with your family and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Between 9:30 a.m. and 10 a.m., come watch the raising of the big top, then stay for a free tour. This presentation will offer a unique faceWEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20 to-face opportunity for families, schools and CARNIVAL & RIDES OPEN interested community members to meet and learn all about the Culpepper & Merriweather Wednesday-Friday Hours: 6-11 pm Circus family and includes a walking tour of Saturday Hours: Noon-5 pm & 6-Closing the circus grounds. Learn interesting facts Vendors Set Up............................................Starting at 9 am..................South Side of Square about the performers, the history of the show Gospel Sing...................................................7 pm...................................Thiebaud Auditorium and the different species of animals in the cir- All livestock check in before......................9 pm.............................................. Moore Pavilion cus family. In this presentation they will also 4-H Youth Demonstrations........................6 pm............... West Side Square UM Ext. Booth address topics such as hygiene, grooming and THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 the veterinary care all the animals receive. In Swine Show...................................................8 am.............................................. Moore Pavilion recent years the tent raising and morning tour has become a popular program for families Goat Show....................................................2 pm.............................................. Moore Pavilion and interested community members. It is pre- Memorial Hall Exhibits..............................8 am-2 pm.................................... Memorial Hall sented in a way everyone, young and old, can Bob & The Backwoods Kuzins...................7 pm..................................Thiebaud Auditiorium FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 learn many interesting facts about the Culpepper & Merriweather Circus family. They now Beef Show.....................................................7:30 am......................................... Moore Pavilion have a brand new tent. This is a special part of Bucket Calf Show.........................................During Beef Show...................... Moore Pavilion circus day that should not be missed.

Baby Show....................................................10 am.................................Thiebaud Auditorium On circus day, the performers bring the Sheep Show...................................................1 pm.............................................. Moore Pavilion magic of the circus to life in each 90 minute Masonic Youth Parade................................5:45 pm...........................................Lamar Square performance. This year's lineup includes an Livestock Auction........................................7 pm.............................................. Moore Pavilion all-star group of performers and entertainers Sheep Lead Line...........................................After Auction.............................. Moore Pavilion that include Miss Simone and her breathtak- Kentucky Road Quartet & Guests.............7 pm...................................Thiebaud Auditorium ing single trapeze, Miss Paulina's proud “Big SATURDAY, AUGUST 23 & Little” prancing ponies, the Arlise Troupe 10K Lamar Run. . ..........................................7:30 am...................................East Side of Square on their wild and crazy unicycles, Natalie's Livestock Showmanship.............................9 am. ............................................. Moore Pavilion American Eskimo Escapades and back by Fair Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show. . ........8 am-1 pm................................. Lamar City Park popular demand, Miss April and her on the edge of your seat Rola Bola. This year they also Antique Car Show.......................................10 am-1 pm............................... Lamar City Park have Miss Gorgia displaying flexibility to the Antique Tractor Show.................................9:30 am-2 pm............................ Lamar City Park extreme and for the first time, the Wheel of Rotary Parade...............................................2 pm.................................................Lamar Square Destiny and Tight Rope by The Los Morali- Sober As A Judge.........................................7 pm...................................Thiebaud Auditorium tos. But, let's not forget the crowd's favorite (Sponsored by Pat Barr, Edward Jones Investments) performing jungle cats, Soloman, Delilah and THURSDAY-SATURDAY, AUGUST 21-23 Francis, presented by Trey Key, that will cer- Lamar Art League’s Art Exhibition...........10 am-8 pm....Thiebaud Auditorium’s West Rm BC Historical Society Museum.................1-9 pm.............................. Courthouse Basement see CIRCUS, page 5A

LAMAR FREE FAIR

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Military Order of the Purple Heart

The 40th year of Lamar Community Betterment was ushered in at their monthly meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 13, at the Wolf Center. Following a revision, the minutes were approved as read.

The treasurer's report was also given.

The meeting began with the election of officers for the see BETTERMENT, page 6A

INDEX

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

Lamar Democrat/Richard Cooper Three members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Springfield chapter, were in Lamar, August 11, to present the Barton County Commission with a plaque designating Barton County as a Purple Heart county. Participants in the presentation ceremony are, left to right, Paul E. Weeks, chapter commander from Ozark; John D. Disner, adjutant, from Springfield; Mike Davis, presiding commissioner; Bryce F. Lockwood from Strafford; Jeff Tucker, commissioner, District 2 and Dennis Wilson, commissioner, District 1. The Military Order of the Purple Heart has volunteers working in veterans homes, VA hospitals and VA clinics. It also makes donations to projects and activities that benefit veterans.

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CORRESPONDENTS Coonfoot & Vicinity

By LOUISE OTT Peeking out the door this early Monday morning, I see our dear Lord is blessing us with no wind and plenty of sunshine.

There has also been a heavy dew with the grass being real wet.

Brother George lives closer to Carthage than I do, and said it was so foggy they couldn't see very far in any direction.

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

Arbry Winans, 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 on Sunday.

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

Be sure and watch for turkey and deer crossing the road, or you may get hit. I stop for them and watch them cross the road.

I enjoyed visiting with Sharon Lund on Sunday afternoon.

I guess everyone is glad

the election is over and people can get their signs picked up for now.

Sara Payne, Olathe, Kan., spent Friday night and part of Saturday with her mother, Louise Ott.

For-getme-nots

By GAIL LEAMING Busy week this week with the Lamar Fair and getting ready for Jasper's and the Freedom Fest. On top of that, the day after I get the pic line out Ron goes into the Cox South Hospital. Still trying to figure out what is wrong with his foot. They don’t have a good MRI on the bone in it. Hope they try another picture. Evelyn Gasper came down from K.C. to see Clea, Kamala, Anastazia and me for a couple of days. Ate at the Hanger. Seems to be a tourist draw. Evelyn and Clea said they enjoyed the nurses at McCune Brooks as much as I did. Linda and Cherie’ Bailey spoiled me rotten. Grandpa Otis should sure be proud of Cherie’. A big thank you to you girls.

I told Ron we seem to be just trying out hospitals the last two months. This one in Springfield is the fourth one. A big thank you goes out to Cesare who called in the troops

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to help get Ron to the hospital. Lynette said he called in Jay and Chi-Chi, who both had bad backs and me of course who only had one arm, so she of course drove over to help and it took all of us.

Kahl and Joel were helping with doors and dogs.

I did get to play a few minutes at Red Oak 2 before my arm said enough, but what a joy to be back.

They really made me feel like I had been missed.

Eudene Murphy is leaving this week to go hunting in Alaska and won’t be back for three weeks. Oh the envy to go to Alaska, but Ron is envying the hunting there. Kenneth Banta was there and Carl Sheets with Carol VanDey. It was a surprise to see Carol, as she had to go into the hospital to redo her heart pacer last week. Wires and screws had fallen out. Kenneth was getting around pretty good with that knee. By the way, he says his new pickup is built for four in the back and three in the front.

Gary Wolf had a complete hip replacement and would probably appreciate company, or Dixie would. She offered for me to just drop off Ron and she would open her own hospital. If we ever get this neighborhood well, no telling what trouble we could get into.

The judge ruled this week that I can go back on my property, so Aus-

tin Harshaw is pulling out the junk and trying to clean it up. What a mess it is. I also saw he had the lawn mowed. Russ came down to help grandma in Republic with some paperwork and business.

She is a spry 100 years old and her sister is 98. Hard to keep up with them, so Russ says. A new dog wandered on the place today and it had a collar, so I called because my dogs didn’t like it. Guy by the name of Hearst said he would come over this evening to get it. Almost got rain this week and we sure need it. Good thing I have a fish pool for the dogs to swim in. Stay cool and God bless.

Top your salad with a hard cooked egg to add protein and other nutrients.

Be food safe! Cook whole cuts of beef, lamb, veal, and pork to 145°F. Let meat rest at least 3 minutes before carving or eating.

Meat contains protein, iron, magnesium, zinc, Vitamin E and B Vitamins. For less fat, go with lean cuts.

For an easy supper-slow cook skinned chicken pieces, veggies, and seasonings in reduced-sodium chicken broth.

Roasted pork tenderloin goes well with fruit.

Serve with a fruit salad or a fruit salsa.

Chicken and white bean chili is a tasty way to combine protein foods with a great flavor and bounty of nutrients.

For car trips, pack a mixture of unsalted nuts, seeds and dried fruit for a crunchy, protein-packed snack.

Eat seafood in place of meat or poultry twice a week. Include some seafood high in omega-3s like salmon, trout, and herring.

An ounce equivalent

of protein foods is 1 oz in the meal. of meat, poultry, or seafood, ¼ cup beans, 1 egg, 1 T. peanut butter, or ½ oz nuts or seeds.

Cook eggs in low-fat ways--try hard cooked eggs, poached eggs, or baked eggs. Or, scramble in a non-stick pan without fat.

Be food safe! Cook poultry to 165° F, and chopped or ground beef, lamb, veal, and pork to 160° F. Look for lower sodium choices in the deli.

Choose lean deli meats instead of higher fat sausages, hot dogs, bologna, or salami.

Roast a whole chicken.

When cooled, remove the skin, bones, and fat. Serve the meat as is, or use in a recipe.

Top loin pork roast is a lean cut of meat. Serve it sliced, and save the rest for another meal.

Make split pea soup with new flavors--try adding caramelized onions and cumin or different vegetables like pumpkin.

Walnuts are great in salads, and slivered almonds in veggie dishes. When you add nuts, cut back on meat or poultry portions

CLUB NOTES

LAMAR COUNTRY CLUB LADIES ASSOCIATION

Betty Gilkey was the hostess on Tuesday, Aug. 12, for Bridge. The winners were Imogene Williams, first, and Joann Jones, second.

The hostess scheduled for August 19 is Norma Harris. Kathy Jenkins will be the hostess on Tuesday, Aug. 26.

CHANGE CLUB A few more healthy tips from the Change Club, Fruits For a fun snack--dip a frozen banana in lowfat yogurt and roll it in crushed cereal.

Craving something sweet? Instead of candy try having dried fruits like cranberries, cherries, or raisins.

Keep fruits separate from raw meat, poultry, and seafood while shopping, storing, and preparing.

If you get hungry before dinner is served, have a piece of fruit to tide you over.

When shopping, choose some quick and easy fruits, like bananas or pre-cut pineapple chunks.

Need a healthier dessert? Try baked fruit desserts. Check online for recipes that have little added sugars or solid fats.

Add dried apricots or prunes to your slow cooker when making beef brisket. Check online for different recipes.

Frozen juice bars (100% juice) count as fruit and make healthy alternatives to those that may contain a lot of added sugars.

Cut your Calories by

finishing your meal with a flavorful fruit salad instead of cookies or cake.

Keep canned fruit (in 100% juice or water) like mandarin oranges on hand for a quick addition to any recipe--check for recipes online.

Every day is a new day to meet your fruit goal!

By keeping up the good work, it can become a habit.

Support your health and community by buying locally-grown fruits.

Try visiting a farmers’ market near you.

"Juice drinks" aren't real fruit juice--look for 100% juice on the label.

When serving chocolate pudding-- top it with sliced strawberries or bananas and chopped nuts.

Add halved grapes to your chicken salad. Serve on a bed of greens or in a pita sandwich.

For a quick smoothie, try orange juice, non-fat yogurt, and frozen mango slices (or other fruit).

Add ice, blend and enjoy! Applesauce isn't just for snacks! Use it in place of some oil when baking. Experiment--replace some oil with the same amount of applesauce!

Dried fruit (raisins, dates, cranberries) and fresh fruit (chopped apples or pears) make a great combination. Add nuts for an extra crunch.

How many different fruit salads can you make? Share ideas with friends to create a variety.

Focus on Fruit! A diet rich in fruits and vegetables may decrease the risk of many chronic diseases.

Keep working towards your fruit goal!

Make your own fruit sauce like strawberry rhubarb to use as a topping on frozen desserts, pancakes or waffles.

Protein Foods

Maxine's Musings

By MAXINE MORIN Golly gee! It is fair time again. I traveled through the Lamar square last Friday and noticed the tent was already up for the horses. This week, several ladies will be cooking up a storm in time for competition at Memorial Hall.

I thought about taking a vase of petunias, but I was not up to “dead-heading” them this last month; therefore, they look sort of scraggly. I am looking forward to eating at one of the food tents. Hamburgers always taste better

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cooked at the fair.

The Ladies' Monthly Club met last Tuesday at the Bamboo House. The ladies enjoyed the delicious buffet at 11 a.m., after prayer was given by Metti S. Doris Woods conducted the meeting, gathering packages of soap brought by club members for the Good Samaritan.

The next meeting will be at Tractor's at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 9.

Donna W. and I had to be out last week. Later, we had lunch at Judy's Cafe in Jasper. Cafe Manager Bessie Jones' family was in the middle of celebrating her birthday, with all gathering at Judy's for lunch and laughter. Bessie's birthday was August 14. Congratulations, Bessie.

I noticed in an area newspaper where Carol “Doc” Edwards of Joplin will be celebrating his 80th birthday with a reception on August 23, at Park Plaza Church in Joplin. I thought maybe someone remembered him, as it stated that he was born at Duval on August 27, 1934, and grew up in the North Fork Creek area. Duval was west of former Hwy. 71 and 126.

The Classie Lassies Red Hat Society, Lamar, assembled at the Barton County Senior Center for their August 14 meeting. Vice Mother Betty Gideon welcomed the 26 lassies with her famous

wave. Prayer was given

by Center Administrator Stormy Cuba and staff delivered our dinners.

Following lunch, hostess Maxine Rader passed out Bingo cards. She had a gift for everyone. Marcia Pennell won the special game, receiving a lovely decorated red hat. Birthday songs were received

by Betty Gideon, Beula Miller, Robbie King, Doris Woods and Kathy Stauffer. The September meeting will be at the senior citizens center.

I have worn something red on Fridays for eight years or more. This shows support of our military troops. It would be nice if everyone wore red next Friday at the fair. Please consider it! Let Lamar show their patriotism in support of our troops.

Wear red on Friday. Be safe and enjoy the fair.

Until next time...

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FAIR EVENTS Safety tips to ensure a good time at the Lamar Free Fair

By RONALD E. HAGER Lamar Chief of Police

Another year has come and gone and it’s fair time in Lamar! The following are some concerns and safety tips that will make the fair more enjoyable to all: 1. The square will be

roped off for the carnival and booth set-up at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday evening.

If you are on the square around this time and you are not involved in putting together a booth of some sort, please remove your vehicles by the 5:30 p.m. time. The square gets very busy and I don’t want anyone to start the fair week

by having an avoidable accident.

2. Please tell your children that no bike riding is allowed on the square from 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday to early Sunday morning, unless they are in an organized function of the fair; for example a parade. If they do chose to ride to the square they can walk their bikes inside the roped off areas.

3. It will probably be hot, so make sure you keep yourself hydrated and drink plenty of fluids and don’t forget the sunscreen.

4. No dogs are allowed on the square during this same time. Again, this does not apply if they are participating in some type of function associated with

the fair such as a dog show or parade. The reason we need to keep the dogs off the square is that there is an unusual amount of noise and activity and we don’t want anyone to get bit by a scared pet.

5. There is no drinking of alcoholic beverages on the square, also remember that the city has an “open container” ordinance which applies to having open alcoholic containers in motor vehicles. Save yourself some cash and leave the liquid refreshment at home or in the trunk of your car.

6. During the two parades that we have each year we suggest that you have “walkers” beside your cars, floats or other entries to hand out candy instead of just throwing it out. It’s much safer. There have been years where I have watched as the little hands disappear under the tires of the vehicle in front of me during the parade. What a tragic end to what otherwise would have been a very enjoyable time.

7. Each year several children seem to have problems with locating parents and parents with locating kids. With the advent of the cellular telephone this problem has almost ended a time consuming problem of reuniting the two.

In case your children are ones that don’t have access to a phone, bring them by the police booth. It is located in front of the post office. Let them know that this is where they can go if you should get separated.

If your children are small, please take the time to fill out some sort of a wrist band or leave some sort of identification inside a shoe or other place where we can find it. In addition to a name, let us know your name and how we can reach you. Give us some sort of phone number so that we can make contact.

I checked the booth just the other day and we don’t have any leftover kids from last year's fair, help us keep it that way!

8. Please watch where you park. If history is any indicator it will be crowded. Don’t block private driveways and pay real close attention to the church parking lot across from city hall. It is not a marked lot and we always seem to have a problem with people parking “three deep”. If you think about it, “three deep” makes the car in the middle blocked in until one of the other cars moves. At times we are forced to call tow trucks to get the blocked person out. If you happen to be the one that is not parked correctly, your car is going

to have to be towed. Who pays the bill you ask? Save yourself a tow bill and look around before you park.

Just because someone else has not parked correctly, don’t keep the problem going by parking next to an illegally parked car.

9. Handicapped parking spaces are available in the 1100 block of Broadway, across from the fire station. You will need to have a placard or handicapped license plate visible before you will be allowed through the rope.

10. As usual ropes will block all corners of the square. Please find another route for the week. Please pay close attention to these ropes. Not a year has gone by that someone has not disregarded the rope and run through it, breaking the rope. This is a very dangerous thing to do.

11. Remember, it will be hot, hot, hot from the set-up night until Sunday morning. During these times tempers flare and arguments easily occur.

Don’t make situations that will last all year by a few minutes of disagreement.

Stop and think, “Is it worth it?” Generally it’s not.

So, I hope you all come to the 2014 Lamar Free Fair to enjoy the food, friends and rides. Let’s all have a good time! See you at the fair.

Booster Club dunk tank schedule The Lamar Band Booster Club will again be offering the community the chance to dunk their favorite “celebrity”! The band booster club is looking forward to this annual event at the fair and hope to see everyone on the northwest cor-

ner of the square.

Dunk celebrities are: Wednesday, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Dr. Zach Harris and Zach Lemmert; 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., Alan Ray and Scott Nolting; 8 p.m. to 9 p.m., Chris Roth and Becky Payne and 9 p.m. to 10

p.m., to be announced.

Thursday, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Jessica Stahl and Sarah Trout; 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., Steven Bailey (Coach OB) and Bryanna (Fry) Warner; 8 p.m. to 9 p.m., Lizabeth Mooney and Mandy Moyer; 9 p.m. to 10 p.m., Bennett Tabor and Judd Payne.

The booth will be closed on Friday due to the home football game.

Saturday, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Mary Clark and Scott Bailey; 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., Curt Roland and Kevin Baslee; 8 p.m. to 9 p.m., Mike Kelley and Chris Davey; 9 p.m. to 10 p.m., Stony Capehart and Dana Capehart.

The Lamar Band Booster Club, Becky Payne and Kevin Smith, as well as all the band members, appreciate the people that have volunteered their time.

Hope to see you at the fair!

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METZGER’S MUTTERINGS

By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat The past week has been a roller coaster ride and I'm ready to get off! It started off good on Thursday when son Jud, grandson Landon and myself trekked up north to pick up other grandson Kobyn. We traveled to Branson on Friday, along with Jud's wife Meghan, where we stayed the night, visiting with family and friends, and then enjoyed White Water the next day. Of course halfway

through our stay at White Water it came across the intercom that lightening had been spotted in the area, so we figured we would just wait it out.

And that we did. Eventually it came a downpour and after about an hour of waiting patiently (yea, right, especially with a 20 month old!) we were allowed to go back in the water, which we did.

On our way home we stopped at Lambert's for a late birthday dinner for Meghan, where we again waited patiently for about an hour, but it was well

Letter to editor Dear Editor: I would like to make a comment on Missouri’s Amendment 1, the Right to Farm. Contrary to the implication in its name and the simplicity of its proposition its sole purpose is to permit megafarms, like hog farms, to

flourish in the state with minimal government oversight. Mostly, under Amendment 1, they can be located where and when such mega-firms want. Counties, themselves, have no say - it is a state law, an amendment to the state constitution

Mabees to celebrate 60th

Dr. and Mrs. Clarence E. Mabee of Lockwood will celebrate 60 years of marriage on September 4. Clarence E. Mabee and Laura L. Westbay were united in marriage at City Methodist Church in Gary, Indiana. They have been blessed with three children, William R. Mabee of Columbia, Mo., Linda L. Lynch and husband Craig of Joplin and Carol L. Jones of Chesterfield. They have four

grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Their children and grandchildren will be hosting a come and go celebration reception in honor of their anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the United Methodist Church Family Life Center in Lockwood. They would love your attendance and best wishes.

No gifts please, but cards and memories are welcome.

worth the wait. Following dinner, Jud and his family headed for their home and I headed for mine, after a wonderful mini family vacation.

Monday evening, as I sat perusing facebook, I noticed a post from my stepsister that Robin Williams had died of an apparent suicide. I immediately felt like someone had kicked me in the stomach and my heart broke in two. I remember his first appearance on Happy Days, leading into Mork and Mindy, and on into his many movies and standup comedy acts. As I've stated in this column before, Hook is one of my favorite movies and he did a brilliant job in it, as well as many others. He was a true genius that will

be missed.

Tuesday, we took our cat, Peyt-Peyt, to the vet as he had developed a thirst and had quit eating. Peyt-Peyt came into our lives at an extremely early age as his mamma had either run off or been killed. Jud was working at the Nevada golf course at the time and brought this little kitty that could fit in the palm of your hand home, even though I had told him not to! Of course Peyt-Peyt quickly became a member of the family and has been a very spoiled and special cat to our family for going on 10 years, which wasn't nearly long enough. The vet informed us that he had diabetes and was dehydrated, with the onset of jaundice so they were go-

ing to keep him a couple of days on an IV drip and see what transpired from there.

We received a phone call early Thursday morning saying that he had taken a turn for the worse and if we wanted to say our goodbyes, we needed to do so now. It just all happened so fast, which I guess is a good thing.

Like a human, you don't want to watch them suffer, but we weren't nearly ready to let go.

Kobyn, who came along soon after Peyt-Peyt, called Gary and myself last night to let us know how sorry he was, which blew me away that an eight year old child has that much compassion, but that's my Ko. I'm a lucky grandma indeed.

no less and this amendment prevents counties or any other entity from intervening.

Most of these enterprises are limited liability companies thus they can only be sued, with some few exceptions, to the extent of the LLC company’s assets. Many of these mega-farm enterprises have their total assets compartmentalized into several LLC companies, thus limiting their financial vulnerability. Whatever funds have already been transferred to the owners as their part of the company‘s profits are off limits in these suits and you can bet, at the appropriate time, the company’s assets will officially be drained. Traditionally, when these mega-farms get into irreconcilable environmental problems with the community, they declare bankruptcy and simply move away, leaving the mess to be cleaned up by local taxpayers or the state. And if the history of this industry is an indicator this indeed is common practice. I am wondering if the voters of Barton County have taken sufficient time to explore where Amendment 1 truly leads. For their own personal well being

they perhaps should have.

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ture generations, will Thank you volunteers! know what giving back You are a blessing to so to the community is all many! about.

Bob Sitton, Lamar

Peggy Fernstermacher, Jeff, Jana and Brayden Marcum and Rosanne Brueggemann, all of Springfield; Bill, Rita and Michael Johnson, Nancy Thomas and Clarence Sweeney, Carthage; James Tubaugh, Reeds and Kristina Nuse, Mississippi.

Also, Chris and Alex Johnson, St. Louis; Jennifer, Mike and Jeremy Doerr, Kelly Thomas and Scotty Peterson, all of Joplin; Tom, Linda and T.J. Bennorth, Springdale, Ark.; Huge E. Maddox, Rogers, Ark.; Betty Curnes, Neosho; Carolyn Schaberg, Lee's Sum-

mit; Johnnie and Brenda Combs, Raytown; Joe, Candace, Meredith, Falcon and Scarlett Hensley and Victoria Combs, Pleasant Hill.

Banta family holds 34th reunion The 34th annual reunion for the descendents of Henry and Margaret (Webb) Banta was held August 3, in the Golden City Community Building. There were 52 in attendance to enjoy the visiting and potluck dinner at 1 p.m. The hosts for this year's gathering were the Janet Tubaugh family, Michael Johnson and Linda and Tom Bennorth. Jerry Banta asked the blessing before the meal.

The business meeting followed with secretary Jennifer Doerr reading the minutes from last year and Janet Tubaugh giving the treasurer's report. Also, thanks goes to Rita and Bill Johnson for the audio system and Linda Bennorth for her garden flowers to decorate the tables.

Since next year's reunion will be the 35th, it was discussed and decided to move the day to Saturday. Therefore, the date will be Saturday, Aug. 1, 2015. They hope to encourage as many to come as possible. The doors will be open by 10 a.m. that day to give more time for visiting and picture taking. The meal will still be served at 1 p.m. Next year's host will be Jeff and Jana Marcum, Ricky and Cassie Tubaugh and Victoria Combs.

Sharing of information was given next, that is to be recorded in the family history. This year there were three deaths and

four new babies. Candace Hensley will now be in charge of the scrapbook/ photo albums. Please submit any picture you have to her. To conclude the business meeting, Janet asked all to stand and sing, “God Bless America”, as they were all so grateful that they could gather together in this wonderful country. Rita Johnson then had door prizes that were given out in clever ways for both adults and children.

Those attending were as follows: Janet Tubaugh, Sara and Shane Tubaugh, Ricky, Austin and Cassie Tubaugh, Paul, Debra and Mark Stefan, Edward and Dorma Banta and Jerry and Connie Banta, all of Golden City; Kenneth Banta, Lockwood; Gary Banta, Greenfield; J.P. and Kathy Kerr, Stockton and Joey Thomas, Mt. Vernon; Paul and

Dear Editor I would like to take this opportunity to say “thank you” to those who have said how much they appreciate the articles I put in the paper. Even though some have said they don't always agree with what I write, not a one of them has said that it is not the truth and factual.

Sometimes the truth can be hurtful, especially when it flies in the face of what we have been led to believe, but the truth is still the truth and the facts are still the facts!

Bill Head, Greenfield Dear Editor: Small town life has been labeled as very ordinary by a lot of people. If they lived in Lamar, Mo., they would feel differently.

Lamar senior citizens receive a blessing almost daily by Meals on Wheels volunteers through the Barton County Senior Center. These volunteers show a love and dedication for what they do.

Some even bring their children or grandchildren, so they, as the fu-

Speaking of Ko, he is playing football this year and we have reason to believe that his first game will be on the Saturday of the fair, so he might not be coming down. I left the decision up to him, as I know he loves coming to the fair and being with us, but he is really loving football and doesn't want to miss it. I guess even at a young age we are faced with indecisions.

I would like to recognize Dr. Martin and her helpers at Critters and Pals. What a compassionate bunch they are. They will never know how much their caring meant to us. Lamar is full of special people, doing special jobs and I feel very blessed to be a part of the community.

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FRIENDS & FAMILY/SCHOOL August Yard of the Month Lamar Middle School

classes start in new facilities

The Barton County Master Gardener's are pleased to announce that the "Southside Ladies" at the Scottsdale Apartments on Lexington Street received the Yard of the Month for August. Sharon Anderst and Mary Strong have created a beautiful mix of flowers and vegetables that wind around the front and sides of the two south side apartment buildings. The tall mixed zinnias and climbing mandavilla in the front stand out, but there are also rose bushes, mixed petunias and purple Dahlias. Growing in perfect harmony with the flowers are baby cabbage, lettuce, eggplant, tomatoes and other vegetables that Sharon and Mary share with friends and neighbors. Mary helps water and uses a hoe for weeding, but admits that Sharon is the powerhouse behind the plantings and does most of the upkeep including mowing the lawn around their garden. This haven for hummingbirds and butterflies is certainly a little slice of tranquility for the whole neighborhood.

Register before August 21 for Master Gardener classes in Lamar and Greenfield LAMAR-University of Missouri Extension’s Master Gardener program is an intensive 10week horticulture course.

Master Gardener classes will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from August 26 to September 25, with classes in Lamar going

from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. and classes in Greenfield going from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Course topics for the Master Gardener training include plant development, soils/composting, flower and vegetable gardening, fruit production/ pruning, landscape tree selection/pruning, plant diseases, insects, turf and landscaping.

Individuals who complete 30 hours of training qualify to become an intern. Certified Master Gardeners must complete 30 additional hours of volunteer service in horticulture education.

The training costs $135 per person and $225 per couple (if one set of materials is used).

Registration is due by August 21. Call Barton County Extension at (417) 682-3579 or Dade County Extension at (417) 6372112 to register.

By RICHARD COOPER new facilities shows just Democrat staff how close it has been. In writer the new gymnasium, the bleachers and floor are LAMAR-”We are cut- in place. However, the ting it very close,” said floor must be painted and Lamar R-I Superinten- about a week allowed for dent Dr. Zach Harris, it to cure. The safe room/ commenting on the band room is ready for readiness of the new use, but storage of band buildings for classes, equipment will not take which began August place until September.

18. A review of the The three new classrooms

are complete, but occupancy of them will not take place until shortly after the Lamar Fair.

The public will get an opportunity to view all the new facilities when an open house and ribbon cutting is held in late September. Dr. Harris said the exact date of the open house will be announced shortly.

EL DORADO SPRINGS-Governor Jay Nixon visited the El Dorado Springs school district, August 12, to announce a new investment through Missouri Start Smart to expand access to quality early childhood education opportunities so that more Missouri children start kindergarten ready to succeed in school and beyond.

“Last year, we launched Missouri Start Smart to increase access to affordable ear-

ly childhood education programs to help young children succeed in school and help parents stay in the workforce,” Nixon said. “This effort was incredibly successful, and I’m proud to announce that it is back for a second year, as we continue to recognize that early childhood education is a smart investment with a big return.”

During his visit to El Dorado Springs, the governor announced that through the Missouri Start Smart initiative, the

Missouri Department of Economic Development will authorize a competitive funding award of $988,275 for the nonprofit organization, El Do Youth, Inc. The Community Development Block Grant funding will assist the El Dorado Springs school district in constructing a new 6,000 square foot Pre-K facility that will serve an additional 20 children and allow the district to expand its current half day Pre-K program to a full day program.

tainly have the audience on the edge of their seats. All of this will be accompanied by original music written by the talented Matt Margucci from Los Angeles, Calif. The performers are sure to amaze, delight and entertain the audience members of all ages beyond their wildest imaginations.

The costumes alone are certainly of Las Vegas quality.

For more information visit their facebook page with videos, photos and comments from past sponsors and patrons. For a direct link go to www.cmcircus.com and click on

the fb link.

Those attending can save money by purchasing their tickets in advance at Lamar Bank & Trust, US Bank, the Barton County Chamber of Commerce office, Heritage State Bank, Metropolitan National Bank in Lamar and Golden City and Liberal Bank of Minden-Liberal.

Prices for advance tickets are $6 for children ages two through 12; children under two are always free and $10 for adults. On show day, tickets will be $13 for adults and $7 for children. Reserve your ticket early and save. For more information or to reserve discount tickets call 866 BIG TOP 6. Res-

ervations will be available even on show day, but only at this number until 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, central time.

The midway box office will open at 4 p.m., with pony rides, a moon bounce, concessions and more.

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commission meeting of August 11, the 911 account was reviewed and found to have a balance of $590,186 as of June 30. This will easily cover the expense of new 911 equipment that is to be installed by A & W Communications of Eolia, Mo. A & W was the lowest of three bidders at $104,663 for the project. The equipment is currently on order.

Also, the state required code of ethics for the commissioners was renewed.

Commissioner Dennis Wilson reported that the storm warning siren at Kenoma was sounded on Sunday, Aug. 10, because of a short circuit caused by an infestation of ants.

Repairs are being made

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Local boys do their part in keeping Lamar clean

Pierce, Preston and Porter, along with their mother, Christy Heins, have been walking the town and picking up trash in an effort to keep Lamar clean. The four usually walk down Broadway, then back up Gulf, stopping to speak with neighbors and friends along the way.

Pierce, the oldest of the three, told his mother the other day that he thought the streets needed some extra “care” and asked if they could take their clean-up walk early.

During their clean-up not only did they have fun, they easily filled four sacks full of cans, bottles and trash. They also spoke to and waved at countless residences, along with great conversations.

They recycled what they could and threw away the rest.

The family all agreed that it was a great “work” day, making memories to last a lifetime.

Below, Porter Heins does his share of picking up the trash Pictured are, left to right, Pierce Heins, an eight along the streets. year old in third grade; Porter Heins, 2 ½ years and Preston Heins, six years old in first grade.

Preston and Pierce Heins clean up the town as they ride their bikes.

Betterment, continued from page 1A organization's new year of 2014-15. Officers voted by acclamation were Ron Hager, president; Jill Scheidt, president-elect; Barb McDaniel, secretary and Ginnie Keatts, treasurer.

Hager, starting off the meeting as the incoming president, thanked Elaine Davis for her work the past year, as well as acknowledging those attending. He reported TATS had received a donation of $5,000 through a MEHTAP grant that had been filed through CB. It was announced that the Missouri CB Conference, scheduled for October 19-20, in Columbia, would be attended

by Elaine Davis, along with various youth, and that anyone else that was wanting to attend were invited. It was also announced that the MCB Community Awards visit will be early in September.

Betty Kuhn reported that the Plaza Theatre was doing great, as well as the Barco Drive-In, and it had been a very good summer. She did mention that there was a problem with the visibility of the screen at the Plaza for certain movies. Scott Kelley is to follow up with the company that sold the theatre the projection equipment, in an attempt to rectify the situation.

Leisa Blanchard with Barton County Memorial Hospital stated that the hospital was going to join in with the Barton County Extension this year at the Lamar Free Fair. The hospital will have a community needs assessment sheet available.

Astra Ferris, representing the Barton County Chamber of Commerce, reported that the cham-

ber was ready for the fair and were working hard on Wyatt Earp's Fallfest, to be held October 11. A large car show, over double the amount of last year, will be in town for the festival.

Re-enactments will be held throughout the day, with a band to perform at 6 p.m., at the bandstand.

After reporting for the chamber, Ferris switched hats and reported that Rotary had 17 girls competing in the Lamar Fair Queen contest. Scholarship money will be offered this year to those placing. Ferris also mentioned that Rotary, in an attempt to build up float participation in the Rotary Parade on Saturday, would offer $500 to the first place winner, with $350 to second place and $200 to third. No registration is necessary.

Hager reported that the the Gilkey building was still basically in a holding pattern until they receive a letter giving the go-ahead. Following the okay, bids will be sought.

Jerod Morey with AOK reported on a successful completion of the 15th year of summer camp.

There were 90 campers at the Wolf Building and an average of 35-40 at Nathan's Place. All of the campers were taken to Silver Dollar City for an end of summer celebration.

AOK/Nathan's Place also held a parent night. During this time they gave recognition to Kathy Jenkins, who has been there since the beginning. Morey said that after school enrollment is available on their website at aokyouth. org. Those attending will still receive a free dinner.

Nothing has transpired yet, but grants and funding are still being sought for the organization.

Donald Clark, who is

starting a consulting service in the area, was present and handed out flyers on a food action summit to be held in Joplin.

University of Missouri Extension Agronomy Specialist Jill Scheidt stated that a Master Gardener course would be coming up and there was still a need for participants in order to make the class.

This is a six week course that will begin following the fair.

In the absence of John Adams or Lendi Davis, Barb McDaniel reported on the 10th Street Community Farmers' Market.

She said that she was not sure of the status of the grant, but that everything at the market was going good.

Pat Neely with Good Samaritan mentioned that 702 families were served last month, which is an all time high. They are still in desperate of food, with the biggest need being meat.

Davis said that Barton County 4-H will be turning 80 this year, with the extension to be celebrating its 100th year. Free cake and ice cream will be served at the extension booth on Wednesday night of the fair.

Hager reported that TATS was holding a raffle during the fair, with chances being taken to win a quarter of a hog, two lawn chairs and a commercial tent. The cost is $1 each or six for $5. Hager also mentioned that TATS was “going great guns” and that a $2,000 donation had been received by the Walmart foundation. They have a new vehicle, with bids being taken on the old one.

The meeting convened to meet again at 12 noon on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at the Wolf Center.

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Freedom, continued from page 1A bluegrass, and other genres of music, Keith Leif, voted Kansas City No. 1 magician, singer Jami Lawrimore, the Schubert family, a local group featuring Kathy Todd on vocals, a dunk tank and more. There will also by many booths providing crafts, entertainment and great food, including a half chicken dinner, hamburgers, hot dogs and brats. Round Grove's famous homemade potato chips will

also be available. The children will have plenty of activities including face-painting, air castles and various games.

The fireworks display will again be provided by Lite-N-Run Productions.

Round Grove Church and several area churches invite you to spend a Sunday with them enjoying great food, entertainment and fellowship. Most activities are free with food kept at a minimal cost, keeping this a family event you can afford and

do not want to miss.

Come help them celebrate the freedom in Jesus Christ and of the nation. They are honored to invite everyone to this community event in which they celebrate the country and their freedom.

Round Grove is located between Lockwood and Miller on Highway UU. For more information check out their page on Facebook or contact Round Grove Baptist Church at 417-452-3670.

COLUMBIA, Mo.Any grass can be grown in Missouri, but none grow well because of the state’s cold winters and hot summers. University of Missouri Extension turfgrass specialist Lee Miller says both warm season and cool season grasses can be grown. However, they are under numerous pest pressures during times when optimal growth is not possible due to either high or low temperatures.

Miller says managing the different grass species the right way is the key to successful lawn growth. “It’s best to seed cool season species such as tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass in the fall,” Miller says.

“Conversely, warm season species, such as

zoysiagrass and bermudagrass, should be established, fertilized and aggressively managed while we are sweating since they are growing at their maximum then.”

Cool season seedlings can’t compete with weeds during the summer, due to environmental stresses such as heat, humidity, and disease. Miller says the best time to seed is in the fall around mid-September, when environmental stress for young seedlings is in the rearview mirror instead of the windshield. Likewise, fertilizing cool season grasses should also be done in September and October.

Fertilizing during warm weather adds more stress to the grass.

For warm season grasses, Miller says do exactly the opposite of cool sea-

son grasses.

“Sprigging, sodding or plugging to establish warm season grass needs to be done when the weather is hot,” Miller says. “Establish warm season grasses during June or early July, and fertilize in June, July and August.”

Miller says knowing the difference between cool season and warm season grasses is important for managing lawns.

“Warm season species in your yard will go dormant during the winter and will entirely turn a straw brown color,” Miller says. “Conversely cool season species will stay green pretty much year round, or only slightly brown during the winter months. Come early spring the cool season species will be the first to green up.”

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Barton County Memorial Hospital celebrates 65 years Barton County Memorial Hospital in Lamar will celebrate its 65th anniversary this year. In 1944, American Legion post members felt the need to erect a small monument to area men and women serving in the armed forces. Local retired businessman H.C. Chancellor was made aware of the effort and felt strongly about creating a living tribute that would have a lasting value to the community. Hence the idea of Barton County Memorial Hospital was born, with work beginning to achieve Chancellor's dream.

The hospital became a reality five years later, mostly in part due to the support of the community. A flag raising and presentation ceremony was held on October 2, 1949, marking the completion of the two story structure located at Gulf and 2nd Street in Lamar. During the presentation a bronze plaque was presented with the names of 61 Barton County men that gave their lives for their country during World War II. That plaque, as well as various others that recognize fallen service members of subsequent wars, are prominently

displayed at the hospital's new location.

Over the years the hospital experienced improvements and expansions in order to meet the needs of the community, but with improving technology and transformations in the delivery of health care services, the building was soon obsolete and the old hospital was in need of repairs and renovations that were deemed too expensive. The old hospital lacked space and had no room to expand so in 2003 the board of trustees voted to construct a new hospital.

The new Barton County Memorial Hospital opened its doors in 2007, at 29 NW 1st Lane, near Hwy. 71/I-49, at the west edge of Lamar. Both patients and visitors are provided with added comfort and convenience in the present 64,000 square foot facility. The present hospital does not have the appearance of a hospital, which is what the designers had hoped for.

The addition of the Med One Clinic into the same building provides patients with easy access to needed auxiliary ser-

SPRINGFIELD-Metropolitan National Bank is pleased to announce that three outstanding talents – Khacy Hackman, Stephanie Forbes and Melissa Messer – have been promoted from retail supervisors to assistant banking center managers.

Hackman came to Metropolitan National Bank as a parttime teller during her senior year of high school. From there, she moved on to hold various titles, including teller, retail specialist and retail supervisor.

With 14 years of experience at Metropolitan National Bank, Hackman is well-versed in the banking industry and brings extensive knowledge to her new role as assistant banking center manager, at the Hollister location. Hackman previously served on the New Product Committee and is currently chairman of the Winners’ Circle Committee and member of the Customer Service Credo Team.

Forbes previously worked at Liberty Bank before joining Metropolitan National Bank in 2008. In her new role as as-

sistant banking center manager of the Marshfield location, Forbes will apply her six years of industry experience to assist in effectively managing the square facility. Forbes is highly involved in various Metropolitan National Bank initiatives, including the Metro Posse Committee for mentoring new hires,and the Job Strengthening Committee.

Messer started her career at Metropolitan National Bank in 2007 as a teller and quickly advanced to a retail specialist and then retail supervisor before her recent promotion to assistant banking center manager in Lamar. Before her career at Metropolitan National Bank, Messer spent five years in the retail industry. She currently serves on the Metro Motion Committee.

Metropolitan National Bank is an advocate for identifying exceptional talent and elevating employee growth from within, and would like to congratulate Hackman, Forbes,and Messer for their ongoing commitment to excellence.

GOLDEN CITY-Following a public hearing, the Golden City Board of Aldermen set the property tax levy for the city at just over $0.91 on each $100 of assessed valuation at its meeting of August 4. Specifically, the levy is $0.9113. The levy breaks down to $0.6036 for the general fund, $0.1367 for the park fund, and $0.1710 for public health.

The board approved an increase in the deposit required for new water and sewer connections. The current deposit is $100, and will increase to $150. An ordinance raising the deposit will be presented to the board at its next regular meeting. Deposits will be allowed to be paid in two installments with $100 for the first installment.

A public request to appoint a building inspector for the city was denied.

Mayor Henry Lopez suggested that the board consider random drug and alcohol testing for all paid city employees. The matter will be on the agenda for discussion, along with amending the personnel policy, at the next regular board meeting.

Lopez informed the board that an officer of the Barton County Sheriff ’s Department has been present in the city

and will continue to be there as much as possible.

Paperwork has been completed on the trade of city-owned property at Main and Clinton for the current Metropolitan Bank building. A new bank building has been started at the Main and Clinton site, with completion expected in approximately 240 days. City hall will eventually be moved into the current Metropolitan building.

Another payment on the construction of the new waste water treatment plant was approved.

The payment of $243,521 is part of a total cost of $2,974,591 for the facility being built by Smith and Edwards Construction of Mountain Grove. The receipt for the payment will be submitted to USDA Rural Development and Community Development Block Grant for reimbursement.

Light poles on Main Street will soon be receiving a coat of black paint. Empire District Electric Company will be applying the paint, which will be supplied by the city.

The next regular meeting of the board will be on Tuesday, Sept. 2, delayed one day due to the Labor Day holiday.

vices and an expansion in 2012 of the clinic space allowed for additional specialities and improved efficiency.

Hospital CEO Wendy Duvall says, “Here we are, 65 years later; a newer building on a different piece of property, but as you walk in the door of the updated facility you can feel the strong and faithful support of the community. As I see the people coming through the doors of BCMH to seek services, provide services or to provide friendship and support, I think that Mr. Chancellor and those with the origi- rial hospital would be proud of these past 65 years.” nal vision of building a memo- what we have become through

Metropolitan National Walmart Foundation Bank announces presents donation to TATS promotions Local Walmart manager Kristy Mein is shown presenting a $2,000 check from the Walmart Foundation to Ron Hager, director of TATS. The donation will go towards the continuance of the Truman Area Transportation System.

Doylesport Cemetery comes to life thanks to Truman Healthcare ton County Commission to inquire about cemeteries in the county that had no financial support

Employees at Truman Healthcare have been attending to the upkeep at Doylesport Cemetery for the last eight years, not only making sure the area is mowed and cleared of debris, but that flowers are also put on the graves to honor those who lay there.

This endeavor began when members from Truman Healthcare went to the Bar-

and care. When they first began tending to the cemetery, the grass was waist tall and probably full of over 100 tree limbs.

The first summer was spent just finding the graves and getting the grass manageable.

Since that time they have uncovered over 140 grave sites.

Some are well marked, while others are marked with just a traditional rock formation.

The cemetery is mowed ev-

ery other week, from summer to fall, and each grave and rock are decorated with Memorial Day flowers in May. Donations towards this cause are always appreciated, as the cost for the upkeep ranges anywhere from $600 to $800 a year.

A gas card, that was greatly appreciated, was donated last year

by Judy Crockett, that helped pay for the mowing over half the summer.

All of the department managers at Truman take time out of their own busy jobs to volunteer for this effort all summer long. A new sign was also purchased. Unfortunately, they had vandals take the whiskey barrel full of live flowers this past spring.

Employees are Truman Healthcare are also active in the adopt-a-highway trash pickup, cleaning the area along Hwy. 160 from the stoplight to Thorco. They also deliver Meals on Wheels every Friday.

Taking care of their 90 plus patients is their top priority, but community volunteerism remains very important to them all.

JEFFERSON CITY-Missouri’s nonfarm payroll employment grew by 13,200 jobs in July, according to seasonally adjusted data released, August 12, by the Missouri Department of Economic Development. The state’s unemployment rate held at 6.5 percent for July, the same as in June.

Employment gains were

widespread in a variety of industries. Among the larger gains in private industries were durable goods manufacturing adding 3,300 jobs. Durable goods are products designed to last longer than a year. Construction added 2,500 jobs, and the transportation, warehousing, and utilities sector jumped by 2,300 jobs. Additionally, the education services industry ex-

perienced growth in July, gaining 2,200 jobs, while finance and insurance saw an increase of 1,100 jobs during the month.

Missouri’s nonfarm payrolls have added 53,600 jobs over the past 12 months.

Job numbers and unemployment rates for Missouri’s counties will be released, August 19, and will appear in the August 27 edition of the Democrat.

Golden City sets tax levy, will increase water connection deposits

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Griffitt wins dahlia contest at 10th Street Community Farmers' Market Leslie Griffitt was the winner of the Tenth Street Community Farmers' Market dahlia contest held August 9.

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Tom Richards performed some of his amazing magic tricks at the Tenth Street Community Farmers' Market on August 9.

Pastor's Note

By MARK TURNBOUGH Lamar United Methodist Church

Robin Williams' suicide once again slaps us in the face saying depression kills. It kills relationships, it kills a quality life, it kills marriages and it kills people. A number of folk in Barton County know the pain of depression. It doesn’t leave. What causes it? Stress, anger, fear? Occasionally, churches exacerbate depression.

How? A critical spirit hurts people in the pews. A critical spirit hurts pastors. Inappropriate emphases on perfectly keeping all the rules lay heavy

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burdens on folk, most of us.

We ministers do believe that society improves by following guidelines in God’s word. However, it’s the kindness of our Lord, not the rules, that gives us courage and strength, forgiveness and understanding that assists others in living during hard times. Jesus railed against those who heaped the burden of many rules (Mt. 25:4). Rather, He said, “Come unto me, all you who labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest.”

Perhaps we’re his hands in helping and encouraging, indeed, “bear ye one another’s burdens.”

Hearing God's voice

By JACK SLADE rection and will for your Cornerstone Southern life. He’s speaking to you Baptist Church at this very moment...are you listening? The key to Did you know that amid hearing is being a child the noise of the day, God through faith in His Son speaks to you? He speaks Jesus Christ. Acceptto you throughout the ing Him into your heart, day and into the night. believing in Him and Are you listening for His confessing your sin, and voice? Because you are believe in His death and His own, He wants to im- resurrection and becompart His peace, joy and ing His child. love to your heart... if you Psalm 143:8; "Let me will listen. hear your loving kindBut what does it really ness in the morning: for mean to listen to God? I trust in You: teach me First, listening to God the way in which I should involves spending time walk; for to You I lift up with Him on a regular my soul." basis, where you are free Now is the time to take of interruptions and dis- back your life... 1. When tractions and can hear you talk to God, do you Him. For instance, you take the time to listen can find a quiet room or for His response? Why is a quiet place in a park. it important to listen to During this "quiet time", make a conscious effort to listen to God speak as you read His Word and as you pray. Secondly, take some time to think over what you have heard Him say. What does He want you to know or to do?

What life-changes does He want you to make? In what areas does He want you to grow? Finally listening to God involves having a teachable spirit and a willingness to obey what He has told you.

God is not limited, however, to speaking to you only in your quiet time. He wants you to tune in to His voice, from the moment you open your eyes until the time you shut them again each night. Listen for Him in the beauty of His creation, in the midst of a storm and in the face of tragedy and loss. Listen for Him through the people He sends your way. And listen for His voice in your spirit as you journey through each day. He loves to speak to you. His beloved child to reveal His wisdom, di-

His voice throughout the day...each day? 2. Have you been tuned to God's voice lately? If so, what is God saying to you about your life or current circumstances? If not, you can tune in to His voice today. God tells us in Jeremiah 29:13, "You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart." 3. Seek the Lord today. Pray and ask Him to open your spiritual ears so that you may be tuned in to His voice at all times, enabling you to stay in the center of His will for your life.

Some additional scripture helps for your reading: Isaiah 30:21, John 10:27, Revelation 3:30.

Area Baptist churches joined Cornerstone Baptist Church to hold Vacation Bible School on August 1-3. There were 36 children enrolled, with a high attendance of 34. Linda Welch of the Golden City Baptist Church taught the children the “evidence to defend their faith” as part of Lifeway Agency D3 VBS. Wyatt and Sara Jones of Iantha Baptist Church lent a helping hand and First Baptist Church of Lamar helped decorate the secret agent lair.

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RECORDS/LEGALS DEATHS & PAID MEMORIALS

NUREDA FAST LAMAR-A graveside service was held at 10 a.m. Saturday, at Barton City Cemetery, for Nureda Fast, 86, Lamar, who died Sunday, Aug. 10, 2014, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin. C.K. Warden officiated, with John Scott and Pat Bean singing selections of music selected

by Mrs. Fast.

Arrangements were under the direction of Konantz Warden Funeral Home, Lamar.

Online condolences may be sent to www. konantzwarden.com.

Survivors include a son, Mickey Fast and wife Lynnette, Liberal; a daughter-in-law, Connie Fast, Saucier, Miss.; 11 grandchildren; 16 greatgrandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her children, William “Bill Mike”, Louis and Bonna Rae; a brother, Price Minor and a sister, Yllene Riley.

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Jackson Allen Reavley Dr. Brenton and Kristen Reavley, Parkville, Mo., are proud to announce the birth of their second child; a son, born July 20,

Mrs. Fast was born Nov. 3, 1927, in Liberal, to John and Lula (Clemmons) Minor. She was a nurse's assistant at Barton County Memorial Hospital for many years and also worked for the Frisco Railroad as a telegrapher.

She was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Liberal, where she taught Sunday school.

She was also a proud American patriot.

RUTH UNRUH RURAL LAMAR-Services will be held at 2 p.m. today (Wednesday) at Daniel Funeral Home for Ruth Unruh, 87, rural Lamar, who died Saturday, Aug. 16, 2014, at Truman Healthcare Center, where she had been a resident for the last 14 months.

Burial will be in Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Condolences may be shared at www.danielfuneralhome.net.

Survivors include a brother, John Unruh and

2014 at Shawnee Mission Medical Center in Merriam, Kan. He weighed eight pounds four ounces and measured 21 inches long.

Jackson is named after his paternal great grandfather, Dr. Jackson “Jack” Reavley, and he is now the third generation of Reavley men to pass on the middle name Allen.

Jackson was welcomed home by his big sister, Ella Diane, age 22 months.

Maternal grandparents are Dennis and Victoria Champlin, Lamar. Maternal great grandparents are Tom Champlin and Betty Woodcock, Lamar and Glen and Joyce Stone, McAlaster, Okla.

Paternal grandparents are Dr. Ted and Carol Reavley, Lamar.

Paternal great grandparents are Ferne and the late Elwood Roberts, Lamar.

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wife Lois, Anchorage, Alaska; a niece, Margie Swearingen and husband Darius, Jasper; two nephews, Norman Unruh and wife Marilyn, Lamar and Dave Unruh and wife Carrie, Anchorage, Alaska and many great-nephews and great-nieces.

She was preceded in death by three brothers, Melvin, Milton and Alvin Unruh and a great-nephew, Christopher Unruh.

Mrs. Unruh was born June 25, 1927, at Ringwood, Okla., one of five children and the only daughter, to Henry and Elizabeth (Thomas) Unruh. A compassionate and natural caregiver, she devoted her life to her Lord and her energy to nursing. She worked at Barton County Memorial Hospital for 60 years. She especially enjoyed taking care of babies and her favorite dog, Cocoa.

LEE POTEET LAMAR-A celebration of life service was held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Milford Christian Church for Leroy Keith Poteet, 88, Lamar, who died Saturday, Aug. 16, 2014, at Barton County Memorial Hospital. Burial was in Howell Cemetery.

Arrangements were under the direction of Daniel Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions

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may be made to Barton County Memorial Hospital, in care of the funeral home.

Condolences may be shared at www.danielfuneralhome.net.

Survivors include a daughter, Annette Choszczyk, Paonia, Colo.; a step-granddaughter, Sarah Choszczyk; cousins, Stephen L. and Rosielea Gash, Milo and a special friend, Sylvia Sanders, Lamar.

He was preceded in death by a son, Roy Marshall Poteet, who died at the age of 31 in an avalanche accident.

Mr. Poteet was born Dec. 12, 1925, in Macon, to Ishmael and Sarah (Dodd) Poteet. He married Ellen Marshall in 1947 and they made their home and reared their family in Denver, Colo.

While in Denver, he worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 33 years and as a sales manager for Joslins Department Store.

After her death in 1987, he moved back to Missouri where he married Mary Ellen Warner in 1992. She preceded him in death in 2001.

Known as someone who never met a stranger, he had a genuine love for people and a willingness to share his time and talent for the benefit of others. He was an excellent cook and hospitable host, whose door was always open. He was an avid outdoorsman who hunted, fished and traveled the country. A natural, self-taught musician, he played guitar throughout his life and especially enjoyed the company of his fellow musicians in the local bluegrass band, “Barely Able”. He was an active member of Milford Christian Church.

MARRIAGE LICENSE APPLICATIONS

The following have filed a marriage license application with the Barton County Recorder's Office: Matthew Wade Hart, 30, Sheldon, and Audrey Nicole Knowlton, 29, Lamar.

Keith Sheridan Cochran, 45, Yukon, Oklahoma and Joyce Lynn Blankenship, 53, Lamar.

David Roger Cartwright, 64, Lamar, and Sharon Anna Forkner, 70, Lamar.

State V Janelle J Brownfield, written guilty plea.

Heather N Robinson V Richard R Robinson Jr., default judgment.

David L Carter Jr. V Elizabeth O Irwin, default judgment.

Jade M Casey V

Michelle D Casey, consent judgment.

Capital One Bank (USA) N.A. V Chasity J McHenry, default judgment.

Roger W Mayfield V John Rickman and Feather Richards, consent judgment.

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BARTON COUNTY SENIOR CENTER LUNCH MENU: August 25-29 MONDAYChicken tea/milk. beans, lettuce and tomastrips, scalloped pota- WEDNESDAY- Chick- toes, gelatin with fruit, toes, Antigua vegetables, en alfredo, strawberry tostito chips, ice cream, wheat roll, sliced peaches, and spinach salad, green coffee/tea/milk. coffee/tea/milk. beans, wheat roll, pud- FRIDAY- CheeseburgTUESDAYSliced ding with topping, coffee/ er on wheat bun, tomato baked ham, sweet pota- tea/milk. and cucumber salad, toes, buttered peas, wheat THURSDAYTaco french fries, juice, peach roll, apple crisp, coffee/ salad with meat, cheese, crisp, coffee/tea/milk.

LEGALS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION

In the Estate of SHARON K. GARFIELD, DECEASED, ESTATE NO. 14B4-PR00014

NOTICE OF LETTERS GRANTED

see LEGALS, page 4B

All briefs are also posted on the calender at www.lamardemocrat.com.

THE CROCKETT REUNION WILL BE HELD Sunday, Sept. 21, at the Lamar City Park. They will eat potluck beginning at about 12:30 p.m.

THE LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1947 will have its 67th class reunion on Sunday, Aug. 24, 1:30 p.m., at Marketside Cafe.

JACK NOLL OF LAMAR WILL CELEBRATE his 80th birthday on August 29. A come and go reception will be held at Party Oasis on Saturday, Aug. 30, 1:30 p.m., to 3:30 p.m., hosted by the Noll kids. Please no gifts; however cards would be appreciated. His address is 223 South Hwy. KK, Lamar, Mo. 64759.

THE STUMP REUNION WILL BE HELD Sunday, Aug. 31, at the Golden City East Park building.

PIES BY CINDA MILLER WILL BE SOLD at the Rotary food stand this year during the Lamar Free Fair.

CONGRESSWOMAN VICKY HARTZLER (MO4) has announced a 4th Congressional District listening post to be held Tuesday, Aug. 26, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library in Lamar. Hartzler staff member Cole Karr will meet with constituents and report back to the Congresswoman. All citizens are invited to attend. For more information contact Congresswoman Hartzler’s office at 417-532-5582.

THE ANNUAL BARTON COUNTY TAX SALE of real estate will be held Monday, Aug. 25, 10 a.m., in the Barton County Courthouse hallway. Anyone wanting to bid must sign an affidavit by 9:30 a.m. in the collector’s office.

A FREE MOVIE MATINEE WILL BE HELD Monday, Sept. 8, 1 p.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library in Lamar. Refreshments will be served. For movie title and more details call the library at 417-682-5355.

THE BARTON COUNTY LIBRARY BOARD of Trustees will hold a public hearing to set the library tax rate at their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 9:30 a.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library.

Other agenda matters include financial report review including approval of bills paid, minutes and the director’s report.

NORTHFORK TOWNSHIP WILL MEET Monday, Aug. 25, 8 a.m., at the home of Gail Miller, to set the Tax Levy.

PARAMOUNT HEADWARE REUNION will be held Saturday, Sept. 6, 12 noon, at the new location of the old bowling alley building in Lockwood. For information call 417-232-4405.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF LAMAR will host the movie, “God’s Not Dead”, at the Plaza Theatre during the Lamar Free Fair. The free movie will be shown Saturday, Aug. 23, 3 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 24, 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.

STOP BY THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH booth at the Lamar Free Fair for ice cold water and a clean, private place to change your baby’s diapers. The booth will be set up on the south side of the square by the post office and will be open Thursday and Friday evenings and Saturday from 12 noon to 10 p.m.

VFW POST 3691 AND LADIES AUXILIARY will meet Monday, Aug. 25, 7:30 p.m., in the basement of Lamar Memorial Hall. A potluck supper will be held before the meeting at 6:30 p.m. All veterans are welcome.

THE BUSY BEE 4-H CLUB WILL HOST A small animal show in the American Legion lot during Lockwood’s September Days on Saturday, Sept. 20.

The show is open to all youth ages 8-18, showing rabbits, poultry, goats and sheep. Ages 5-7 may participate for fun (poultry or rabbits only), but will not be judged. Check in begins at 8 a.m., with judging to start at 9 a.m. For information call Tony Crisamore at 417-235-2337 or Julie Terry at 417-880-2034.

THE ANNUAL HIGGINS-HAGINS REUNION will be held Sunday, Aug. 31, 12 noon, at the Lamar City Park. A basket dinner will be served. Please bring a covered dish. Family members are encouraged to attend.

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP TAX LEVY HEARING and Board meeting will be held Thursday, Aug. 21, 10 a.m., at 694 SE 40th Lane.

THE MARY K. FINLEY LIBRARY WILL BE closing early Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 5:30 p.m., and will be closed all day on Saturday, Aug. 23, for the fair.

A CARD SHOWER IS BEING HELD FOR Thelma Pope, who will turn 98 on September 7. Cards can be sent to her at 337 SW 90th Rd., Jasper, Mo. 64755.

DIXIE ECHOES WILL BE IN CONCERT Sunday, Aug. 24, 10:30 a.m., at the Milford Christian Church, 758 East Hwy. C. The public is invited to attend.

THE LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1953 fair breakfast will be held Saturday, Aug. 23, 9 a.m., at Denny’s in Lamar.

PRAIRIE STATE PARK WILL HOLD ITS Prairie Jubilee on Saturday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The park is located at 128 NW 150th Lane in Mindenmines. For information call 417-843-6711.

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.

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 417-682-2254 or 417-682-8758.

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.

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LEGALS

Legals, continued from page 3B

To all persons interested in the Estate of SHARON K. GARFIELD, On March 12, 2014, MARK GARFIELD was appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of SHARON K. GARFIELD, deceased, by the Probate Division of Barton County, Missouri.

The business address of the Personal Representative is 1204 E. 12th Street, Lamar, Missouri 64759 and the personal representative’s attorney is JAMES V. NICHOLS, 206 WEST 10TH STREET, LAMAR, MISSOURI of NICHOLS & NICHOLS. All creditors of the decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the

personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limtation

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periods. Nothing in section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action

against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to section 537.021, RSMo. Date of decedent’s death was March 5, 2014.

Date of first publication is August 6, 2014. s-Charles D. Curless, Judge 8-6,13,20,27-4tc IN THE CIRCUIT

COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of: G.G.M. dob: 2010 A female minor child under the age of 17, Case No. 14B4-PR00046.

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO: BAYLEIGH GWEN MASTERSON and BOBBY MASTERS: You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri, General Division, the object and general nature of which is guardianship of above minor child.

The names of all parties to said action are stated in the above caption thereof, and the name and address of the attorney is: Belinda S. Elliston, 114 West 10th Street, Lamar, MO 64759.

You are further notified that unless you file an answer to the pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petition within forty-five (45) days after August 6, 2014, judgment by default will be rendered against you.

WITNESSTH my hand and the seal of the Court on July 29, 2014. s-JANET B. MAUPIN, Circuit Clerk 8-6,13,20,27-4tc IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON

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COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN L. BREWER, DECEASED, Estate No.13B4-PR00074 NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN L. BREWER, Deceased: Case No. 13B4-PR00074.

You are hereby notified that the undersigned Personal Representative will file a Final Settlement and Petition for determination of the persons who are the successors in interest to the personal/real property of the decedent and of the extent and character of their interest therein and for distribution of such property, in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri, on September 8, 2014 or as may be continued by the Court, and that any objections or

exceptions to such Final Settlement or Petition or any item thereof must be in writing and filed within twenty days after the filing of such Final Settlement.

JAMES V. NICHOLS NICHOLS & NICHOLS 201 West 10th Street Lamar, Missouri (417) 682-6003 JESSICA BREWER Personal Representative 8-6,13,20,27-4tc NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of that certain note secured by Deed of Trust executed by Ray Hayden and/or Joan Hayden, his wife, dated May 14, 2008 and recorded on June 17, 2008 as Document No. 2008883, Office of Recorder of Deeds, Barton County, Missouri. The Successor Trustee will on September 4, 2014, between the hours of 9:00 o’clock A.M. and 5:00 P.M. more particularly

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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS Legals, continued from page 4B at 12:00PM, at the Barton County Courthouse, 1007 Broadway, West door, Lamar, MO 64759, sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash, the following real estate: Lot 1 and lot 4 of Ketcham’s Addition to Golden City, Barton County, Missouri.

Except the North 120 feet of lot 1 of Ketcham’s Addition to the City, in Barton County, Missouri.

Also except the South 60 feet of lot 1 and the North 40 feet of lot 4, Ketcham’s Addition to the City, in Barton County, Missouri.

1208 Clinton, Golden City, MO 64748 For the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness and the costs of executing this trust.

S&W Foreclosure Corporation Successor Trustee Pub Commences August 13, 2014 S&K File No.14-024772 By: Shapiro & Kreisman, LLC www.shapiroattorneys.com/ mo Purported address: 1208 Clinton, Golden City, MO 64748 8-13,20,27,9-3-4tc Richland Township Tax Levy Hearing & Board meeting will be held Thursday, Aug. 21, 10 a.m., at 694 SE 40th Lane.

8-13,20-2tc NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, BRUCE JERRIT GARDNER, by his Deed of Trust dated April 10, 2007, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Barton County, Missouri, as document 2007-586, conveyed to the Trustee therein, the following described real estate, situated in the County of Barton, State of Missouri,

to wit: PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 33 N, RANGE 29 W, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SOUTHEAST QUARTER SOUTHWEST QUARTER, THENCE N 86 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 13 SECONDS W 469.75 FEET TO A SET 1/2 INCH REBAR, THENCE N 2 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 23 SECONDS E 463.65 FEET TO A SET 1/2 INCH REBAR, THENCE S 86 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 13 SECONDS E, 469.75 FEET TO A SET 1/2 INCH REBAR AND EAST LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST QUARTER SOUTHWEST QUARTER, THENCE S 2 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 23 SECONDS W ON SAID EAST LINE 463.65 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. which conveyance was made to the Trustee therein in Trust, to secure the payment of a certain Note in said Deed of Trust described; and WHEREAS, default was made and still continues in the payment of said note; NOW, THEREFORE, at the request of the legal holder of said Note, and pursuant to the provisions of said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Trustee will sell the property above described, at public vendue, to the highest bidder for cash, at the East front door of the Barton County Courthouse in the City of Lamar, Missouri, on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 between the hours of 9:00 o’clock in the forenoon and 5:00 o’clock in the afternoon, specifically at

1:00 p.m., for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness and the costs of executing this trust.

James V. Nichols, Trustee 206 West 10th Street Lamar, MO 64759 8-20,27,9-3,10-4tc

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Levi Morrow, III and Kelley Morrow, dated October 24, 2002, and recorded on October 29, 2002, in Book No. 480, at Page 510 and reformed by Judgment recorded on May 12, 2014, as Document #2014-596, in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Barton County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on September 15, 2014, at 12:00 PM, at the East Front Door of the Barton County Courthouse, Lamar, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash: A tract commencing at the Southwest corner of Block One (1), of Walser’s First Addition to Liberal, Barton County, Missouri, Running thence North 257 1/2 feet, thence East 85 feet, thence South 257 1/2 feet, thence West 85 feet to the place of beginning. , commonly known as 201 East Maple, Liberal, MO, 64762 subject to all prior easements, restrictions, reservations, covenants and encumbrances now of record, if any, to satisfy the debt and costs.

South & Associates, P.C., Successor Trustee First Publication: August 20, 2014. For more information, visit www.southlaw.com 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 (Casefile No. 148678 / Invoice No. 148678602356).

8-20,27,9-3,10-4tc Tuesday, Aug. 26, 9:30 a.m. at the Mary K. Finley Library.

Public Notice: The Board Other agenda matters will of Trustees of the Barton include (1) Financial Report County Library will hold Review including approval a public hearing to set the of bills paid; (2) minutes; (3) library tax rate at their director’s report. regular monthly meeting on 8-20-1tc

Northfork Township will meet Monday, Aug. 25, 8 a.m., at the home of Gail Miller, to set the Tax Levy.

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CLASSIFIEDS Special Notices

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

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

Services Offered

Appliance Repair. Appliance parts. Miller’s Country Corner. 417884-2684.

Carpenter Wanted to remodel small restaurant building (former Sweet’s BBQ, 1607 Gulf, Lamar) into small rental home. Will trade rent for labor or share the investment on sale of the re-

modeled property. 417- leases and lease pur355-3989. chases available. Detail call 800-769-3993, on Drum Lessons: Mark line app www.trailiner.

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Drummers has openings for new students. Drivers, Solo, 3 or 6 day Enrollment required, runs, $44cents per mi, classes start September. Free Health Ins. Same Young or old, it's never Day Pay. 800-769-3993 to late to learn. Studio for Details, on line app located at 1304 Francis www.trailiner.com.

Street, Lamar. For information and sign up call Drivers: CDL-A Teams 417-295-1050. $3000 Sign-On Bonus! $2000 of it is Paid Employment at Orientation! Home Every Weekend! Local Specialty TransportaDrivers, 60,000+, CDL- tion Company. 1-866A, $2500 sign on, 1 204-8006. month exp., Same Day Pay! Free Health Ins, State of Missouri, DeNo CDL? We have Free partment of Social Sertraining! www.trailiner. vices, Children's Dicom. 800-769-3993. vision – The Missouri Children's Division curTeam Drivers, 130,000 rently has an opening per year, 2014 & 2015 for a Children's Service trk, home weekly, same Worker in the Vernon day pay, free health ins. County office, Nevada, 5000.00 sign on bonus MO. This is an entrypays out in 4 months, level professional social

service position, working with families and children in the provision of protective services. Applicants must have excellent communication and computer skills, as well as possess a valid vehicle operator's license. Applicants must possess a Bachelors level degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work/Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Education, Criminal Justice or comparable human services related degree.

For more information please contact Leslie Fincher, Circuit Manager, at 417-682-3531 or Loretta Rapp Percy, Supervisor, at 417-4481272. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Miscellaneous For Sale

Appliances: Mostly new. Some used. Also appliance parts. Miller’s Country Corner.

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Cabinet infrared heaters. Low price – top quality. Miller’s Country Corner, 417-884-2684.

trash. Short leases available. $200 security deposit. No pets! In Nevada. Starting at $365.

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Fair Plates, $100 for set or $8 a piece. Call 417- Are You Ready To Homes For Sale 262-4410, if no answer, Move? We have 2 bedleave message. room trailers and houses ready to rent. Two House For Sale By Pets & Supplies rental references a must. Owner: 2113 sq. ft.

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Pest levels low in corn and soybean fields Jill Scheidt, agronomy specialist with University of Missouri Extension in Barton County, scouted fields northwest of Liberal on August 6 for the crop scouting program.

Scheidt offers this advice from the field.

Corn is in the dent to black layer stages. “Black layer is when corn has

reached physiological maturity, about 20 days after the dent stage. Black layer can be identified by breaking the ear in half and looking for the milkline, a dark yellow line that gradually forms closer and closer to the cob,” said Scheidt. According to Mississippi State University Extension, when

black layer is reached, irrigation should be shut off.

Potential kernel weight is only about 75 percent complete at the dent stage.

Irrigation is still needed at this stage to fill kernels.

Soybeans are in the six to seven trifoliate and podding stages.

According to Laura Sweets, state pathologist

with University of Missouri Extension, fungicide application timing for soybean foliar disease management should begin at pod initiation. This is when 3/16 inch long pods are at one of the four uppermost nodes on the main stem with a fully developed trifoliate leaf node. “Fungicide ap-

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plications should only be made if favorable conditions, such as wet, humid weather occur during this stage,” said Sweets.

Scheidt observed less than one percent pod damage from pod worm and bean leaf beetle in podding soybeans.

Threshold level for pod worm is one per linear foot and when five percent of pods have damage. Second crop soybeans are at greater risk for pod worm damage.

“Do not misidentify green clover worm with pod worms, green clover worm carry a fungus that kills pod worms. Green

clover worm and pod worm are similar in color, but can be differentiated by counting the number of abdominal pro-legs.

Green clover worm have three abdominal pro-legs and pod worms have four abdominal pro-legs,” 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, (417) 682-3579.

Over $3,200 in stolen property was recovered during a traffic stop in Milo Friday afternoon.

According to a press release from the Vernon County Sheriff ’s Office, deputies stopped a truck in Milo when they noticed a wanted person driving in a Dodge pickup. The driver, who has been identified as 26 year old Christopher Jones of Nevada, was arrested on multiple misdemeanor warrants. During the traffic stop deputies found what they believed to be

stolen tires and rims on the pickup that had been reported missing from another jurisdiction just last week.

The sheriff declined to comment if Jones was the suspect of the theft, but said he was glad his office was able to return someone’s stolen property to them. “Stolen property is hard to track down, so it is always nice when we can return items to the owner,” said Sheriff Jason Mosher.

Jones was being held in the Vernon County Jail Friday on a $1000 bond.

Lamar. * A two vehicle accident was investigated July 25 at the Dollar General parking lot. According to statements taken at the scene, this accident occurred as one of the vehicle was leaving the lot

and was backing from a parking space. The driver of the vehicle, which was backing, said she did not see the other vehicle behind her until she backed and struck it. No injuries were reported at the time of this accident.

Traffic stop in Milo leads to recovery of stolen property

Photo for Lamar Democrat by Michael O'Sullivan The bridge's center support was put into place Monday, Aug. 11, at the intersection of 1st Street and I-49. The parts of the form were taken off a truck and placed in the median, where the workers assembled them with the Photo for Lamar Democrat by Michael O'Sullivan help of a heavy lift crane, which then placed the With the forms in place, concrete was poured form on the pad constructed the week prior. at noon on Tuesday, Aug. 12.

Fugitive task force, LAMAR POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT most wanted; making a difference

NEVADA-Eleven more people are behind bars as a result of the Vernon County Fugitive Task Force. According to a press release from the Vernon County Sheriff ’s Office, the felony warrants ranging from probation violations, false imprisonment and assault, to possession of a controlled substance, tampering with a motor vehicle and failure to register as a sex offender were served by the task force last week. According to Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher, the amount of fugitives being arrested is a direct reflection on the newly formed task force. “The team is accomplishing exactly

what we intended for it to do and it’s encouraging to see the cooperation between the Nevada city officers, the county deputies and the conservation agents that make up the team” said Mosher.

The sheriff also said the combined results of the fugitive task force and the placement of offenders on the most wanted list in the Daily Mail have increased the amount of wanted people that have begun turning themselves in.

“It used to happen every now and then, but now we have people turning themselves in on a regular basis” Mosher said.

* Officers were called to the Dollar General Store on July 18, on the report of a shoplifting. Contact was made with the suspect and an arrest was made.

Arrested on a shoplifting charge was Nicole Marie Foster, 40, Lamar. Foster was transported to the Barton County Jail where she was processed, posted bond and was released to await a municipal court date. * A vehicle license plate was reportedly stolen July 18 in the 1800 block of Broadway. The plate number is HJ6-D6K. * A co-investigation of child abuse was opened July 18 because of a hotline call in the 1200 block of Broadway. After the preliminary investigation it was determined that no further investigation into this particular complaint was needed. * A 16 year old juvenile was taken into custody July 20 on a curfew violation. The parents were contacted, who came and picked up the juvenile. * A stop of a male was made July 23 in the area of 11th and Gulf. The stop was for riding a big wheel type bike on the sidewalks of the square. Once stopped, it was found that the male was smoking and was just 17 years of age. A summons was issued to Carl E. Ruth Jr. for the violation. * The Vernon County Sheriff ’s Office reported on July 24 that they had a deputy in contact with Daniel Leroy Hall, 32, Pittsburg, Kan. Hall had an active Lamar munici-

pal warrant for his arrest on a charge of failure to appear. The warrant was confirmed and Hall was arrested and taken to the Vernon County Jail where he posted bond and was released after being given a municipal court date for