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Search begins following withdrawal from associate circuit judge Barton County Associate Circuit Judge Charles Curless has withdrawn his name from the November 4 general election. At this time there are no other filed Republican party candidates for the associate circuit judge position. As a result of this withdrawal, the Republican party nominating committee will be interviewing candidates see JUDGE, page 6A
Renaissance Festival tickets to be given to first 15 callers By MELODY METZGER Lamar Democrat A pair of Renaissance Festival tickets will be awarded to the first 15 callers to the Lamar Democrat on Wednesday, Sept. 3. Our phone system is different than it has been in the past, so at exactly 9 a.m. callers may call in to 417-682-5529, ext. 60. They will not get a person upon dialing ext. 60, but will get the answering machine. Please leave a message with your name and the phone number where you can be reached. If it is busy, keep trying. These calls will be listed according to time received and I will call back see TICKETS, page 6A
Burlington Northern declines Lamar site for tank car repair By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer LAMAR-Representatives of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad (BNSF), who visited Lamar on June 13 in search of a location on which to build a tank car repair shop, have declined the location. The letter from Larry Culligan, director of railcar operations, commented favorably about the see REPAIR, page 6A
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SECTION A Correspondents......................... 2 Friends & Family....................... 3 Friends & Family....................... 4 School.......................................... 5 Area News.................................. 6 SECTION B Area News.................................. 2 Records....................................... 3 Records/Legals........................... 4 Legals/Classifieds....................... 5 Area News.................................. 6
Photos for Lamar Democrat by Jon Brisbin Above, Lamar Fair Queen contestants were, left to right, Jackalynn Neher, Jordan Lindquist, Madison Baldwin, Marissa Polodna, Haley Landrum, Jenna Baslee, Erica Cleveland, Kelsey Taffner, Erin Mayfield, Brittany Ayers and Callie Burgess. Right, the winners of the 2014 Lamar Fair Queen Contest were, left to right, Brittany Ayers, first honorable mention; Kynlee Lehman, first runner up; Haley Landrum, queen; Madison Baldwin, second runner up and Callie Burgess, second honorable mention. 2013 Lamar Fair Queen Kenna Roland plays the bells during the 2014 Lamar Fair Queen Contest.
Presenting a dance routine at the 2014 Lamar Fair Queen Contest, held Saturday, Aug. 16, were, left to right, Jordan Lindquist, Kelsey Taffner, Haley Landrum, Madison Baldwin, Erin Mayfield and Macayah Ulrich.
Lamar Fair parade participant is classic example of benefits of exercise By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer
LAMAR-She calls herself an “exercise freak,” walks several blocks each day, and uses a stationary bike in her apartment. June French loves horses and has ridden in the Lamar Fair parade a number of times. This year, she rode on her own horse, just recently acquired. She and her late husband, Earl, were active in the Lamar Saddle Club and rode in various parades around the area. In fact, one of her proudest achievements was taking part in the American Royal parade in Kansas City and winning the award for the best dressed couple in the parade. Also, they were recognized as the parade participants who came the farthest to take part. What makes this continuing life style even more remarkable is June French is 95, and shows no signs of slowing down. June has three sons, Neil and Ron who live in the Lamar area and Kenneth who lives near Ozark. It sounds a bit unusual, she says, but all three are in their 70s. She is one of 10 children and has a definite Liberal connection. The late Don Rose was
her youngest brother. She has enjoyed 76 years of marriage, but that must be divided between two husbands. Her first husband, Wilbur Simons, died after they had been married 35 years. She then married Earl French, and they were together 41 years. He died just a little over one year ago. June’s memory has not dimmed with the passing years. She was a young woman of 25 when Harry Truman accepted the Democratic Party’s nomination for vice-president while standing in front of the Barton County Courthouse. There was a lot of excitement in town, she said, but added, “I wasn’t there.” Horses have
played a big role in her life. She rode one to school every day, noting that was before the era of the school bus. She and Earl spent many years wintering in Texas, but in late 2012 they returned to their roots in Lamar.
Photo courtesy of Bob Noel.
Senior apartments proposed for northeast corner of square, but . . . . By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer
LAMAR-An ambitious plan for building a three-story, 42unit senior residence complex at the northeast corner of the Lamar square was presented to the Lamar City Council, August 18. JES Holdings is the developer. Speaking to the council was Jacob Engle, who outlined the plan of the $8 million project to be known as Barton Square and to be fi-
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nanced through a tax credit program with the Missouri Housing Development Commission. There is a September 5 deadline for the developer to file for financial assistance from the commission. Engle said some of the apartments will have one bedroom while others will have two. He said a survey has shown the need for such housing in Lamar. There will be income restrictions on who will qualify for occupancy in the apart-
ments. Engle gave a timetable for construction of the apartments, culminating in an estimate that applications for occupancy will likely be accepted in 2016. Obviously standing in the way of this plan is the slowly crumbling Gilkey building, which still occupies the site. The city has received a community development block grant to demolish the structure, but there are strings attached to the
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CORRESPONDENTS For-getme-nots
By GAIL LEAMING Had an interesting thing happen to me that I am still wondering about. While Ron was in the hospital this last week I would stop each morning at the McDonalds on Campbell in Springfield and order my dollar tea (unsweet cut half with water) and a little breakfast. Since they never get this order right, they would make me pull up while they redid my tea and brought it out. The first day I ordered bagel with cream cheese to go with it. The girl that brought it out came out smiling, apologized and gave me my order, to which I smiled back and thanked her. She had one of those scarfs on like a Muslim, which surprised me that she was so young and working there. The next day I ordered a dollar egg and sausage burrito to go with the tea, which I again had to pull up while they redid my tea and the same girl came out carrying my order and just glared at me carrying the bag with two fingers. These people make me
uneasy anyway. Mainly because they (personally) told me that they are to kill all infidels. Since I am an infidel, makes sense to be uneasy. I have thought on this as to why she glared at me. I think it was either my license plate AIM-HYR or I was making her carry a part of a pig since I had ordered egg and sausage. I wonder how she could work there and be so close to the pig. Anyway, the next day she didn’t even come out. They sent someone else. Ron is out now and back home, so I guess I can’t check to see if she is still there, but it does make me wonder. It does make me feel better that we have five million NRA members now and the numbers are growing. We sure can’t expect our government to protect us with all these people also crossing our borders. Heard the other day we have a border patrol guy raised in Avilla working in Arizona. Hope he stays safe. We ventured out Sunday to the Stone’s Throw Theater and our table partners were from Lamar. Dorothy Roberts, Lonnie Crain and Betty Gideon, old friends of my mother. What fun to visit with
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them. It is like they say, you can’t buy old friends. That is Dolly Parton's new song with Kenny Rogers. Carol McVey and Carl Sheets were there also, but we couldn’t sit with them. They need a better ticket organizer (me) than they had. Maybe next time I can get it right. The next one will be 39 Steps Next October. Kamala had to bow out at the last minute with an emergency of helping a friend out. I want to say I am sorry about only staying a few minutes at the Round Prairie reunion, but my arm said to go home. I had overstayed the limit without pain pills. Boy, will I be glad when this next surgery is over and my arm will be complete. Ron had stayed home because of his foot and the heat. Couldn’t get excited about 100 degree weather. The squash bugs came in over night and got my squash plants (that is what the heat hadn’t killed), so I guess I am down to watering grapes and tomatoes. Went down to water the horse and spent an hour fixing the electric fence. It is a lot easier than the old wire electric fences to fix though. I think it must have been deer that
tore these up, as it was all down low. Clea Kleeman said her dogs had decided that the fish pool was their new swimming pool. I told her mine weren’t labs, but my fish pool was our dog's new spa too. At least the heat isn’t hurting them that much. I do have to water them twice a day. Take care of the animals everyone. It is dangerously hot. Have a great week and don’t forget the FreedomFest on the 31st.
Make your own vegetarian burgers with cooked black beans, mushrooms, seasonings, and egg or oatmeal. Form into patties and pan grill. Pack a peanut butter and banana sandwich with a bag of homemade trail mix for lunch. Many seafood choices are low in mercury, including shrimp, salmon, sardines, oysters, clams, haddock, flounder, catfish, and tilapia. Switch up your protein! Trade in your ham sand-
wich for one made with peanut butter, tuna, or canned salmon for some healthy variety. For a breakfast that satisfies (and keeps you away from the mid-morning donuts)--add an egg. Stews can make a small amount of lean meat or chicken go a long way. Check online for recipes. Make a main dish salad with thin slices of cooked lean beef and a little crumble of blue cheese on top of salad greens. A small amount of lean
CLUB NOTES
LAMAR COUNTRY CLUB LADIES ASSOCIATION
Norma Harris was the hostess for Bridge on Tuesday, Aug. 19. The winners were Betty Weston, first and Norma Harris, second. The hostess scheduled for August 26 is Kathy Jenkins. The hostess on Tuesday, Sept. 2, will be Joann Jones.
CHANGE CLUB A few more healthy tips from the Change Club, Protein Foods Baking or grilling seafood high in omega-3s-like salmon, trout, Atlantic & Pacific mackerel, and herring--makes a quick and easy dinner. Add protein to your
salads. Try different ingredients like eggs, tuna, grilled shrimp, chickpeas, or black beans. Enjoy eggs as your protein food choice--up to one a day, on average, doesn't raise blood cholesterol levels! Skip or limit the breading on meat, poultry, or fish. Breading adds Calories and can increase the amount of fat soaked up during frying. Choose lean ground beef. The label should say at least 92% lean. Look for ground beef that is 92% to 95% lean. For a quick supper, simmer boneless skinless chicken breasts in tomato sauce with veggies and Italian seasonings. Serve over pasta. For a flavorful pork picadillo stew--use lean pork with onions, peppers, tomatoes, raisins and green olives. Check online for recipes.
Maxine's Musings By MAXINE MORIN The carnival moved onto the square at Lamar last week, set up and was ready for a fun time by Wednesday night. I did not try to go, as I am driving very little (Donna W. usually takes me around) and it was so hot. Oh, I nearly forgot (yeah right) to mention my entry at Memorial Hall. Sheila Clements came by early Thursday morning and helped me cut my coxcomb stems. Sheila had offered to take the vase
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to the Memorial Hall, as she had pretty jars of jams to enter. I did not talk to anyone that had been to the hall, so did not figure I won anything. Donna and Jamey Wescott were going to pick up the flowers for me. Jamey sounded excited when I answered the phone. This is what I heard, “Grandma, guess what? You got a blue ribbon on your flowers”. I thought he was kidding, but sure enough he was right. Wonders never cease. Dr. Clarence and Laura Mabee, Lockwood, will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary of September 4, with a reception on Saturday, Aug. 31, at the United Methodist Church in Lockwood. Congratulations to the Mabee's. “Happy Birthday” to Mary Liter of Nevada, Mo., who celebrated her 105th birthday with a family gathering. Dorothy Faubion reported on a good time at the Milford Sunday school class monthly party. The group enjoyed dinner at Gebhardt's Chicken. Following dinner, the group of 16 met at the home of Dwight and Dorothy Parks for an eve-
ning of card playing. The Rebekah Circle met at Denny's on Monday, Aug. 18. At 9 a.m., President Donna Wescott welcomed the ladies present. Donna had to leave early, so she brought me home and took care of some out of town business. As I answered my phone the other night, the lady on the other end said, “I am Mary Ann Miller of New York”. The lady is related to Melody Metzger, editor of the Lamar Democrat newspaper. They had talked the evening before and Ms Miller decided to call me. She likes to read my article in the newspaper. She sounded like a delightful lady. The Fiber Art Guild met at Denny's for an 8 a.m. breakfast on Monday, Aug. 18. The work began as the group began to assemble on the Lamar square to prepare their handicrafts fair window. I wore red last Friday to show support of our troops. May God watch over them. Until next time...
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FRIENDS & FAMILY Swearingen family meets for reunion Rutledges celebrate On Sunday, Aug. 11, 33 Swearingen family members met at the Lamar Senior Citizens Center for a potluck dinner and some good visiting. Those attending were Eugene and Nancy Swearingen, Hiawatha,
Kan.; Fred and Marsha Marshall, Bolivar; Karl and Francis McDaniel and Kenneth and Fern Davis, Carthage; Larry and Susie Holland, Harrisonville; Jason, Hollie and Gavin Marshall, Webb City; Wallace and Romo-
na, Wally Waggoner, Jennifer Marshall Hoggatt and Bekah Mauchbough, Springfield; Janelle and Janet Searles, Iantha; Linda King, Milford; Wayne Duncan, Don and Kathy Leedy, Nelma Wilson, Luther and Shirley Lamb,
Harold and Brenda Cornell, Rick and Pam Kaderly, Ivan Voorhees and Ima Jean Pierson, all of Lamar. Next year's reunion will be held the second Sunday in August, at the senior center.
50 years
Barton County adds jobs in July, other area counties lose By RICHARD COOPER Democrat staff writer
JEFFERSON CITYBarton County was the only area county to add jobs in July. Employment
numbers climbed by 64 jobs while 48 more job seekers joined the labor force. That lowered the unemployment rate to 7.4 percent, down from 7.8 percent in June. The to-
tal number of jobs in the county in July was 4,889, which happened to be the largest number since December, 2007, when it stood at 5,407. Jasper County had the lowest unemployment rate among the five counties that the Democrat tracks. Its 5.8 percent was unchanged from June, despite the loss of 599 jobs. The job loss was offset by 670 workers dropping out of the work force. Vernon County saw its unemployment rate rise to 6.2 percent from June’s 5.9. The loss of 241 jobs drove the rate up, but it was softened somewhat by 216 workers withdrawing from the work force. Dade County lost 147 jobs while 154 dropped from the work force. The result was a fractional increase in the unem-
ployment rate, up 0.1 of a point to 6.3 percent. Cedar County was relatively stable, losing 13 jobs while six workers dropped from its work force. The unemployment rate for Cedar inched up to 6.5 percent, compared to June’s 6.2. Missouri’s unemployment remained at 6.5 percent, the same as in June. The national rate edged up 0.1 of a point to 6.2 percent. In neighboring Kansas, the statewide unemployment rate remained steady to 4.9 percent. Two of the three counties on the state line nearest Barton County experienced slight increases. Crawford rose 0.1 of a point to 5.6 percent, and Cherokee increased half of a percentage point to 5.7. Bourbon remained steady at 4.9 percent.
Dwain and Mary Ann Rutledge were united in marriage at Cedarville on September 4, 1964. The couple have four children. Stacey and wife Pam, Tamara, Cody and wife Sarah and Justin and wife Katie, along with grandchildren Kelsey, Corey, Hunter, Baylor and Ethan Rutledge will host a celebration with family and friends on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the First Christian Church in Lamar. No gifts please.
Schreiweis' to celebrate 50th
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The council approved a resolution in support of building the complex, whenever that may start. It does offer some interesting developments that could occur around the square. That could include another restaurant or two, some type of grocery or convenience store, an enlarged dry cleaner, and possibly a partial change in the movie fare at the Plaza. All would be within walking distance of able-bodied residents. A lengthy discussion about moving a mobile home from its current location at 8th and Mill to 608 East 17th resulted in no decision. Its current location is zoned as a trailer park, but the property at 608 East 17th is zoned R-3 residential.
A recently passed ordinance prohibits mobile homes in R-3 zones. Jack Winningham addressed the council requesting the move. A suggestion of referring the matter to the Planning & Zoning Commission was discounted, and instead it will be brought before the council’s Ordinance Committee that will reexamine the content of the zoning ordinance. Following a public hearing, the city’s tax levy was set at $0.9752 on each $100 of assessed valuation. That includes $0.6152 for the general fund, $0.18 for the park fund, and $0.18 for the memorial fund. The general fund is $0.0188 higher than last year, and the park and memorial funds remain the same. The general fund figure is the maximum allowed by the state for cities of Lamar’s assessed valuation. Only one bid was received for construction of a new street barn near the north substation. The bidder was Sprouls Construction at $169,468. All bids were rejected at last month’s meeting because they exceeded the $175,000 budgeted for the building. Sprouls will construct the building with no services such as electricity and water. They will be added by city workers so as to allow the project to stay within budgetary limits. The council’s Utility Committee will meet to review the streets recommended for resurfacing by public works director, Norman Schipull. Resurfacing will be limited this year as only $80,000 has been budgeted for the project. Bids will soon be sought with the contract likely to be awarded at the council’s September meeting. The top of the wage scale for all city employees will be removed. This will prevent wages from becoming frozen for long time employees who are at or near the top of the scales. Atnip Express of Jasper was the lower of two bidders for delivery of rock to the city. Atnip’s bid was lower in all five categories of rock. The council unanimously approved Mayor
A come and go reception is being hosted for Mettie and Dan Schreiweis, Lamar, who will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Newport Baptist Church. The church is located on F Hwy., east of Lamar. Cards would be appreciated.
Smiths to celebrate 60th
Gaylord and Edith Smith will celebrate 60 years together on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Newport Baptist Church. Keith Divine’s appointment of Michelle McCarter to the park board replacing Jennifer Ogden, who is moving outside of the city. Two liquor licenses were approved, one for a temporary license for Tractor’s to sell mixed drinks at an outdoor patio during a portion of the Lamar Fair. The other
was a license transfer to the new owner of Snak Attak and Fastrip. The council’s next regular meeting will be on September 22, a week later than the usual third Monday of the month. On the 15th, council members will be attending the annual conference of the Missouri Municipal League.
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METZGER’S MUTTERINGS
By MELODY MEZGER Lamar Democrat Have you ever wondered what the world would be like if everyone could just get along; concentrating their efforts on making the universe a better place to live, instead of tearing each other down. I would say the majority of the people strive to do what is right and good, but unfortunately the world is full of crotchety people that would rather tear one down instead of build them up. Here at the Democrat we run on a limited staff and try our hardest to get news in the paper that will appeal to those in the area. Sometimes we make people happy, while
other times not so much. We are trying our hardest and would appreciate any constructive criticism that individuals would like to give us in order to make our product even better. Without input from the community we don't know if we are successful in our endeavor to cover area events. Upon reading this, the fair will have come and gone and with it a lot of happy smiles. Sometimes the fair gets to be too much for us “old folk”, but when that happens just watch the kids on the rides, with huge grins plastered across their faces and realize that as in a lot of things, the children, our future generation,
are what life is all about. Today's society can be so hard and unrelenting, but one's outlook can easily be refreshed by the innocence of a child. Grandson Landon is 20 months old and didn't want to have much of anything to do with the rides at the fair last year. As he was still so young, the only ride he was able to enjoy last year was the carousel. This year he also rode the cars and what fun he had as he discovered the joy that came with sitting in this little contraption, traveling in circles, with colorful lights also getting his attention. His huge smile was evident as he went round and round and he would have been quite content to sit there as long as he could, until someone came to get him out. If only adults could be so easily entertained! Speaking of children, not sure how many of my readers are true baseball
Baby show winners
fans, but part of the love of the game includes the Little League World Series, made up of youth 11-13 years old. The Little League World Series began in 1947 and is always played every August in Williamsport, Pa. The coaches that work with these kids are so caring
and compassionate and everyone involved in the endeavor is a volunteer. This is one of my favorite televised events of the year, watching these kids as they struggle to come out on top. They are faced with such diversity, but instead of letting it get them down, it inspires them to
do better. Shouldn't that be the case for everyone? School is back in full swing, so whether or not you are a student, safety is a primary concern. Please watch out for little ones on bikes, walking, getting off the bus, etc., as they may not always be watching for you.
Dear Editor: So far, headway in rendering Obamacare legally impotent has been the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in the Hobby Lobby case wherein Hobby Lobby is exempted from providing certain kinds of contraception medicines to their female employees. Heralded by its proponents as a major victory it seems likely the celebration may be comparatively short-
lived. This is based on the consideration that when the U.S. Supreme Court gave the green light to corporations to contribute an unlimited amount during elections of public officials under Citizens United, an effort was begun to propagate a constitutional amendment to supersede the Court's decision, which indeed it could. This venture, with unprecedented voter support, is now shy of only two states from the two-
thirds majority necessary for it to automatically become an amendment to our Constitution and render Citizens United, and any subsequent law similar to it, non-existent. Little known is that the decision in the Hobby Lobby case, by definition and likely by coincidence, will also be negated by this amendment. Leon Faubion Co-Editor, The Muddy Creek Journal Albuquerque, NM
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Winners of the 2014 Lamar Free Fair Baby Show held Friday morning, Aug. 22, at Thiebaud Auditorium. All photos by Melissa Little/Lamar Democrat
The winning twins were left to right, Walker and Estelle Rives, children of Crystal and Thomas Rives, Lamar.
Boys 0-3 months from left are first place, Trenton Dintaman, son of Russell and Brittany Dintaman, Jasper; second place, Jackson Reavley, son of Brenton and Kristen Reavley, Parkville and third place, Kasen Morey, son of Kyle and Shandi Morey, Lamar.
Boys 10-12 months from left are first place, JJ Engle, son of Joseph and Shelley Engle, Webb City; second place, Milo McKinnis, son of Darrell and Rebecca McKinnis, Bentonville, Ark. and third place, Ridge Hollands, son of Brian and Megan Hollands, Nevada.
Boys 4-6 months from left are first place, Antonio Chairez, son of Brenda and Riel Chairez, Lamar; second place, Briar Walters, son of Keb and Amanda Walters, Lamar and third place, Liam Tidball, son of Lindsey and Caleb Tidball, Jasper.
Boys 7-9 months from left are first place, Gaige Harris, son of Isaac and Lauren Harris, Topeka, Kan.; second place, Drew Weasner, son of Frank and Melanie Weasner, Clyde, Ohio and third place, Quentin Freeman, son of Travis and Becky Freeman, Carthage.
Girls 0-3 months from left are first place, Mylah Garver, daughter of Bryan and Marcy Garver, Lockwood; second place, Verity Stout, daughter of Amber Stout and Chris Jones, Lamar and third place, Marayah Gilkey, daughter of Monte and Alicia Gilkey, Nevada.
Girls 10-12 months from left are first place, Shay Sweeney, daughter of Dylan Sweeney and Alli Taylor, Lamar; second place, Talya Hany, daughter of Richard and Andrea Hany, Ellington, Connecticut and third place, Myka Griggs, daughter of Jesica and Mike Griggs, Lockwood.
Girls 4-6 months from left are first place, Lainey Gillen, daughter of Ariele and Sebastian Gillen, Reeds; second place, Aliyah Slater, daughter of Brittany Slater, Lamar and third place, Josie Chairez, daughter of Jose and Johnna Chairez, Lamar.
Girls 7-9 months from left are first place, Gabby Jo George, daughter of Tiffany and Nate George, Pittsburg, Kan.; second place, MaKayla Achey, daughter of Matthew and Jessica Achey, Lamar and third place, Lexi Moore, daughter of Skyler and Monica Moore, Lamar.
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School board sets tax levy, completes various personnel lists LAMAR-The Lamar R-I Board of Education set the tax levy for the 201415 school year at its meeting of August 18. The operating levy will be $3.75 with a debt service levy of $0.51. The total levy will be $4.26 on each $100 of assessed valuation. Three names were added to the substitute teacher list bringing the total to 25 who will be available for classroom duty during the coming school
year. Also, the office staff and the remainder of the uncertified staff were approved. The total noncertified staff comes to 63. A policy was adopted that allows employees’ insurance premiums to be deducted from pay checks before taxes are calculated. It becomes effective on September 1. An ethics policy recommended by the Missouri School Boards Associa-
Johnson graduates from Adams State University
tion was adopted which covers conflicts of interest and financial disclosure. Building principals reported that the opening day of school, August 18, went very smoothly. Superintendent Dr. Zach Harris gave the board an update on building construction and repairs. He said the new roof and guttering on the front of the middle school building should be completed by the 22nd. Harris also looked to the future and said that consideration needs to be given to adding safe rooms to the high school and East Primary.
The new safe room nearing completion that serves Lamar Middle School and West Elementary. Sound panels have been added to the massive walls and carpeting to the floor. The safe room/ band room has walls that consist of 24 steel centered concrete panels that are welded together. Each panel weighs 34,000 pounds.
Liberal High School class of 1959 holds 55th reunion
ALAMOSA, Colo.-Brittany Johnson, Lamar, Mo., graduated from the Adams State University in Alamosa during Spring 2014 Commencement held Saturday, May 10, in Plachy Hall. Johnson received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies/Non Licensure.
Pictured are, front row, left to right, Erma Jo (Riley) Fields, Wilma (Smith) McKibben, Darlene (Blincoe) Nance, Barbara (White) Johnson, Nancy (Essex) Sorenson and Marcel Normand, sponsor; back row, left to right, John Rawlings, Tom Crockett, Phyllis (White) Oglesby, Sue (Stevens) Corben, Nancy (Rice) Tohill, Sue (Weaver) Page, Jill (Workman) Butler, Alta (Dukes) Carpenter, Kay (Walker) Charlton, Don White, Earl Smith and Jim Hanshaw. The graduating class of 1959 from Liberal High School met for its 55th class reunion on Saturday, June 7, at the Kneeland Center in Liberal. Class members attending met at 4 p.m. for a catered chicken dinner.
Those attending were Tom and Wilma Crockett, Don and Wilma (Smith) McKibben, John and Judy Rawlings, Alta (Dukes) Carpenter, Pat and Nancy (Rice) Tohill, Darlene (Blincoe) Nance, Barbara (White) Johnson, Phyllis
(White) Oglesby, David and Jill (Workman) Butler, Erma (Riley) Fields, Bob and Sue (Stevens) Corben, Earl Smith, Charles and Nancy (Essex) Sorenson, Don and Elaine White, Gary and Kaye (Walker) Charlton, Sue (Weaver)
Page and Jim and Carol Hanshaw. Also present was Marcel and Helen Normand. He was a former teacher at Liberal. Dennis Reed, also a class member, had been there earlier, but had left before photos were taken.
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Tigers pick up where they left off By CHRIS MORROW Lamar Democrat
The Lamar Tigers opened their season Friday night with a 63-0 route of visiting Mount Vernon in a Big 8 Conference match-up. The Tigers, in pursuit of their fourth consecutive Class 2 state championship, picked up right where they left off last fall. Anthony Wilkerson put the home team on the board in the first quarter with a 37 yard scoring run. Todd Morrow's point after kick put Scott Bailey's team up 7-0.
Fish-With-A-Cop Day enjoyed at Wheeler Park By RAWN TOLER Lamar Police Dept.
The Lamar Police Department held its annual Fish-With-A-Cop Day on May 19, at Wheeler Park. Each year the police department, partnering with the Missouri Department of Conservation, takes the entire Lamar sixth grade fishing. They divide the class in two; taking one group in the morning and the other in the afternoon, with lunch in between. The conservation department stocks the pond with catfish and bluegill each year, prior to the event, so that the odds of “catching something” are a little better. With close to 50 kids in each group, they kept everyone busy. Those helping assist the kids with untangling lines, removing fish and baiting hooks. Each year they have a few kids who have never fished before, so they teach them the fun-
damentals of fishing, so when they leave they are able to fish on their own. The kids are fed a lunch that is cooked by the Missouri Department of Conservation officers. The meal consists of deep fried catfish and fried potatoes. Before each group left for the day they had a drawing for a new fishing rod and reel, along with a tackle box donated. There was also a prize tackle box for the biggest fish in each group. The weather was great and made for a wonderful day of fishing. With this program the police department is trying to develop a continuing relationship between the students and the law enforcement officers. They are with them during the fifth grade with the D.A.R.E. Program and then again in the seventh grade with the G.R.E.A.T. Program. These programs and events help keep the officers in contact with the
Lamar Police Officer Christopher Anderson fishes with two Lamar students. students and promotes a good healthy relationship, as well as a fun time. We were glad to have members from the Barton County Ambulance District and the Barton County Sheriff 's Department on hand to assist us. We were fortunate again this year to receive donations from two local businesses, Walmart and Cash Saver, along with the Elks Club to make this event possible. I would again like to say thank you to all who helped with the program. We look forward to this event every year.
The Tigers erupted for 28 second quarter points, with Johnny Brooks taking it in from 24 yards out. Senior quarterback Tripp Tucker ran for a one yard score and passed to Trenton Mooney for a five yard touchdown. Luke Hardman added a 44 yard run. The third quarter saw the Tigers defense show their closing speed as they dominated the Mountaineers ground game and took advantage of a pair of miscues on passes. Brooks picked a pass and took it back 38 yards to paydirt. Morrow followed two series later with a 60 yard
interception return for a touchdown. The Tigers junior varsity squad got into the action in the fourth quarter, with Matt Whyman running in from 54 yards out. Freshman Michael Danner scored on a 13 yard run late. The Tigers head to Seneca Friday night where they will face off with another Big 8 Conference foe in an Indians team that was crushed in their opener 55-0 by Monett, who scored on all seven of their first half possessions. Kick off is set for 7 p.m.
Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow Lamar defensive coordinator Thad Lundine and Trenton Mooney talk on the sideline during the second half of the Tigers 63-0 drubbing of Mount Vernon in the season opener Friday night.
Judge, continued from page 1A for the position of being placed on the November 4 ballot for the general election. The meeting will be held Thursday, Aug. 28, 7 p.m., at the First Baptist Church in Lamar. Associate circuit judg-
es shall be qualified voters of the state and residents of the county, at least 25 years old and have such other qualifications as may be provided by law. Every supreme, appellate, circuit and associate circuit court judge shall be
Tickets, continued from page 1A the first 15 to let them know they have won. Tickets can then be picked up at the office, 100 E. 11th St. Names of the winners will appear in the September 10 issue of the Democrat. Tickets are good for
any weekend beginning August 30 through October 13, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., rain or shine. Although this has not been done for several years, the newspaper did give Renaissance Festival tickets away in the past and there was always a
Repair, continued from page 1A flat layout of the land and the availability of utilities. The parcel was the 160 acres lying west of Walmart known as the Farmers Trust. Economic Developer John Adams said the
Lamar site scored well, but likely was not chosen because the BNSF line that passes through Lamar does not transport many tank cars. It primarily carries coal from Wyoming to generating
licensed to practice law in the state. For more information call Barton County Republican Central Committee Chair Maxine Rader at 417-682-2588.
huge turnout for a chance to win the tickets. The paper is extremely glad to be able to offer this service to its readers again. For more information on the festival see their ad in the Lamar Democrat or visit their website at kcrenfest.com.
plants in the Mississippi Valley and areas to the southeast. The vendor who represents BNSF is also looking at sites in Kansas, southeast Missouri, and Arkansas.
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God's Little Angels are a blessing better folding chairs, a couple of sewing machines and lots of leftover sewing notions as they began their new mission. The group of ladies meet and work on Monday afternoons, but most of them take “homework” home and put in many hours around their own kitchen tables, or a spare bedroom set aside for sewing. Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger This group of Wanda Dill and Violet Musgrove stay busy in this large room filled with dedicated laquilting materials and sewing notions that have been so kindly donated dies has taken to the group. on the name, “God's Little Angels” and they travel as a group when they deliver their lap quilts to those in need. This writer visited the ladies on a Monday afternoon, to view the operation and get pictures of these busy, dedicated ladies. I wasn't there very long before I knew that they were on a mission Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger and did not let Connie Musgrove and Georgia Carr work on a lap quilt as Wanda Dill anything get in their way of poses for the camera. getting the job By MELODY METZGER ful for their efforts to maintain done. Each one had a specific Lamar Democrat the mission work that began chore, working in synchronicfive decades ago by the late Rev. ity, moving from one project to (Editor's Note: This article was Musgrove. another. written with the assistance of Ed Just two months after Rev. When I first arrived I got to Musgrove, whose contribution Musgrove's passing, several la- view Connie and Georgia as was greatly appreciated). dies of the church formed a new they were laying out a quilt to For over 50 years the Full group that concentrated on a have the batting applied. I was Gospel Church, near the east- scaled down version of making told that when Super 8 in Laern edge of Lamar on Hagny quilts for local missions. Using mar did some remodeling, they St., has spent much of its time the term scaled down is what donated their used bedding to and resources in an effort to literally happened. The women these ladies to be used in the aid the Navajo Indians in the began making lap quilts with making of the quilt. On this Four-Corners area of the Unit- some of the leftover material particular day they were used States. During that time, lit- from the church's work with ing a blanket to do the job. It erally thousands of quilts and the Navajo, as well as lots of do- was quickly noted that almost blankets, along with clothes nated scraps and bolts of ma- all of the material and sewing and food supplies, were deliv- terial. The church leaders gave notions have been donated to ered to some key tribal areas the group an annual budget the group. There was another in New Mexico and Arizona; to help with their endeavor, as room that was set up with long however, with the passing of well. tables and more quilting matechurch founder Reverend Ken- The ladies that comprise the rial, with Violet Musgrove at neth Musgrove last year, it was group are Violet Musgrove, the end, tying a quilt. Violet is evident that his work with the Georgia Carr, Shirley Law- the wife of Rev. Kenneth MusNavajo had to pass to another rence, Wanda Dill, Stephanie grove. Wanda Dill was also church that had a larger volun- Wright and Connie Musgrove. making herself busy and as I teer base, in order to keep up The group works on the quilts had the opportunity to chat with such a hectic pace. The in one-half of the original with these ladies, I realized church that took over from Full church sanctuary, which was what a special atmosphere exGospel is located in Mississippi converted years ago to Sun- isted within the walls. and the Lamar congregation is day school rooms. Newer ta- These “Angels” have provided deeply appreciative and grate- bles were scavenged, as well as lap quilts to the Ronald Mc-
Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame inducts 54 members
Representing Barton County were Donald and Wilma McKibben, pictured in the front row, second and third from the left. COLUMBIA-“Making the nual event for which citizens souri 4-H Hall of Fame. Best Better” for generations of nominated 4-H'ers for out- “These leaders have made ex4-H'ers, 54 people joined the standing volunteer work in lo- ceptional contributions to the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame cal 4-H programs. lives of Missouri 4-H memon August 9, at the State Fair “This celebration acknowl- bers and we are proud to honor Community College campus in edges the contributions of dis- their service,” says Missouri Sedalia. tinguished 4-H leaders – both 4-H Foundation Executive DiInductees from 41 counties past and present,” says State rector Cheryl Reams. brought with them a total of 4-H Council President Trent FCS Financial, the Missouri 1,566 years of volunteer ser- Ludwig. The Missouri 4-H State Fair and the Missouri 4-H vice to the hall of fame. More Foundation honors individuals Foundation, sponsor the anthan 300 family members and with a legacy of service to 4-H nual event. friends attended the eighth an- with induction into the Mis-
Donald House in Joplin and als that may be going through Maple Senior Center in Lamar. an illness or medical situation, The quilts are also provided as prayer quilts to individu- see ANGELS, page 2B
Stetson Wiss shows Grand Champion Market Steer at State Fair
Stetson Wiss with “Ricky,” this year’s Grand Champion Market Steer at the Missouri State Fair. Obviously, something to smile about. SEDALIA-The third year of exhibiting at the Missouri State Fair brought the success he was seeking. Stetson Wiss’s crossbred steer, Ricky, was judged the Grand Champion Market Steer from among 180 entries. Stetson is the son of Brooke and Casey Wiss of Lamar and a member of the LearnA-Do 4-H Club. He bought the steer in October, 2013 from Tracy Goretska of Coredon, Iowa, when it weighed approximately 820 pounds. When judged best of show in Sedalia, it weighed in at 1,325 pounds. The show was held in the venerable old Coliseum, the oldest regularly used building on the fairgrounds.
In the Sale of Champions, the steer drew a top bid of $23,000 from a combine of Edward Jones & Associates, the University of Missouri Independent Aggie, and hometown support. Stetson received 70 percent of the sale with 30 percent going for school scholarships in agriculture. He has shown his steer six times and finished in the top five each time. Twice he was the grand champion, at the state fair and at Columbia’s Jack Pot livestock show. Also at this year’s Missouri State Fair, Stetson had the reserve grand champion 4-H Market Lamb from among 550 entries, and was recognized as the champion junior sheep showman.
Local FFA members selected to National FFA Band
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.Molly Bean and Paul Dingman, members of the Liberal FFA chapter in Liberal, Mo., will be on stage and in the spotlight October 29 to November 1, during the 2014 National FFA Convention & Expo in Louisville, Kentucky. Bean, a junior and the daughter of Ron and Tracy Bean, has been selected to play percussion in the National FFA Band. Dingman, a senior and the son of Brent and April Dingman, has been selected to play trombone in the National FFA Band. Bean and Dingman submitted audition tapes and were
selected to help bring full instrumental balance to the band from a pool of applicants from across the country. The National FFA Band will perform several times during the national convention and expo. Bean and Dingman will join fellow band members in Louisville three days before the event for rehearsals. The National FFA Organization provides leadership, personal growth and career success training through agricultural education to 579,678 student members in grades seven through 12, who belong to one of 7,570 local FFA chapters throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
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INSPIRATION
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The word of God By REV. GALEN FRIEDRICHS
Grace Lutheran Church The holy scriptures are the word of God. Because they are the word of God, they have an authority, which no other book has.
They are unique. No other writing, no other book, no other teacher can claim such authority. By His almighty word, God created everything out of nothing in six days. He simply called it into existence and it came into being. By His
Pastor's Note
By MARK TURNBOUGH Lamar United Methodist Church
The events of Ferguson, Missouri, have disturbed each of us. We had hoped this kind of warfare is far behind us. The Academy Award-winning film Places in the Heart has always been one of my favorite films. It’s the story of a young woman, played by Sally Field, widowed within the first few minutes of the film, her husband murdered, she struggles against principalities and powers of evil incarnate in everyday life of central Texas during the 1930s. Forces work to take away the only thing her husband has left her and her two small children - a small farm in Texas. Lynchings, brutality, infidelity, racism, greed, duplicity - all of these are woven into the lives of those who make up the tapestry of Benton's story. The film ended, in a way that grabbed me, with a communion service. At first the camera shows you a few of the good folk in town taking the elements. Next, some of the not-so-good, the banker and his friendly crooks, who conspired to take away Sally’s farm. The camera continues to move with the cups of wine. There is the faithful black farmhand who helped bring in the crop so the widow might pay her mortgage; next to him, the blind boarder. The plate passes to the children, then to their mother. She is seated next to her late husband. As you are trying to take this in, the plate moves to the young man who shot her husband, he’s in church, receiving communion alongside the man he killed! They commune, and each responds: “the peace of God.” All are gathered at the table, to share the bread and cup of salvation. Suddenly this is more than Sunday morning; this is the kingdom of God, eternity captured in time... . This is not a human point of view. It certainly wasn’t mine. I want justice! But the camera has given us a look at life, the way Jesus said God looks at it. God has done something to enable everyone to come home. The apostle Paul says it this way: In Christ, God was reconciling us to himself, not counting our trespasses against us... Our hope for Ferguson, and many other places, reconciliation that goes beyond any human ability or understanding.
God is faithful, always
By JACK SLADE the future. "Understand, Cornerstone Southern therefore that the Lord Baptist Church your God, is the faithful God who for a thousand This I recall to mind generations keeps His therefore, I have hope. promises and constantly The Lord's loving kind- loves those who love Him ness indeed never ceases, and who obey His comfor His compassions nev- mandments.” (Deuteroner fail. They are new every omy 7:9TLB) He will not morning; great is Your fail you! faithfulness. (Lamenta- Take back your life, You tions 3:21-23). can do this!.... Take a few Whenever we are facing minutes to look in the difficult circumstances rearview mirror of your and wonder, "Where is life. What are some things God?", one of the first that God has brought you things we should do is through? What are some to look in the rearview ways in which He has mirror of our lives. What blessed your life in the we will see will undoubt- past? Make it a point to edly give us strength for remind yourself every today and hope for to- morning, about God's morrow. What we will faithfulness and compassee is God's faithfulness sion towards you. "For throughout our lives. We His compassion never will see how He has loved fails. They are new every us, redeemed us through morning.” (Lamentations past struggles, provided for our needs, woke us up this morning and how He continues to cover us with His love throughout the day. As you think about all that you're going through or wonder how you'll be able to pick up the pieces of your life and move forward, don't be discouraged. God was faithful yesterday, He is faithful today and He will be faithful tomorrow. God never changes (Hebrews 13:8). You can always depend on Him. Think about it. What past challenges has God brought you through? Has He healed your hurting heart? Or weakened body? Has He ever delivered you from fear, worry, anger or despair? Have you ever experienced His peace, joy or strength? Has He ever forgiven you, blessed you or provided for you? As you recall God's faithfulness to help you in the past, know that you can trust Him to be faithful now and in
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almighty word, God has created the church and He continues to preserve it and cause it to grow. St. Paul calls it the "breath of God". By His breath He creates life in us, just as He created life in Adam in the Garden of Eden. All other writings, speeches and sayings are open to interpretation. They are subject to the opinions of those that read or hear them. We all have opinions. Everybody does. We impose our opinions, point of view, upon what we read, hear and see, upon books, teachers and writings. When we read or hear something we may or may not believe it. The same is true concerning all the things that we experience with our senses. We judge them according to our own reason, education and experi-
ence. Arrogantly, we treat the word of God, the holy scriptures, in the same way. While it is appropriate and even necessary that we judge what we read and experience, for us to stand as judge over the word of God is sinful. But, we are sinful rebellious people and we show our rebellion against God by how we treat His word. Yet despite what we think of it, despite the world and its leader's, teacher's and inhabitant's opinion, the holy scriptures have an authority of their own. Simply because they are the word of God. The authority of the word of God does not need our support. Rather we need it and without it we would be lost forever. At the heart of the word of God is Jesus. He is the word, the eternal Son of God, and He speaks
that word to us. Through that word He gives to us light and life. All of the Bible comes from God and centers its attention upon Jesus our Savior. Through it the Holy Spirit testifies to the Son of God through whom we have access to the Father. From the word of God, given through Moses in Genesis to the word of God given through John in Revelation, is all the testimony of the Holy Spirit concerning Jesus. Here He shows us Jesus that in Him we might have life and salvation. For this reason the word of God is the foundation of the church. It is the life and language of the church. As God speaks to us through His word, He accomplishes what He says. Thus we have great regard for the precious waters of holy bap-
tism, for in this water is the word and promise of God. We find comfort in this sacrament and anxiously bring our children to it. So also when the word of God read, studied and preached in its purity, we consider it the voice of God and take great comfort in His promises and doctrine. When we hear the words of absolution from the human lips of the pastor, we know that by it our sins are forgiven before God Himself because this is the word and promise of God. In the Lord's Supper, it is Jesus who is Himself eternal God that declares, "This is My body, This is My blood," and "Whoever eats My body and drinks My blood has eternal life." Since it is His word, the word of God, we can believe it and take comfort in it.
to be used as a constant reminder that those receiving the quilts are not alone, but in someone's heart and prayers. America is blessed to have some of the best medical facilities, with dedicated doctors and nurses and nearly all of these professionals will readily admit that the comfort and encouragement that comes with prayer is an important ally in defeating illness and injury. These phenomenal ladies have even sent quilts as far as Canada and Colorado and on each occasion the recipients were uplifted by knowing that the congregation of a small Missouri church was thinking and praying for them. This next month ushers in one year of providing this mission, with over 95 prayer quilts being made to date. So while the mission has changed,
the main goal of helping others goes on. It would have been nice to keep pace with the original work that was provided to the Navajo Indians, but the mere fact that the volunteer work force in many rural churches has evolved into a cadre of retired senior citizens, setting new goals was necessary. One characteristic unchanged by time is the devotion these women have toward their work for God. As I visited with the ladies on Monday after-
noon, it was revealed that the next big project is nearing completion and that 50 lap quilts will be delivered to a senior residential care center in Joplin, where interim pastor Rev. Mark Lavine has worked as one of their chaplains this past year. The spectacular patterns and colors of these quilts were matched by the beautiful auras that emanated from these ladies as they went about their work. It was extremely apparent that they loved what they were doing and
felt strongly about bringing the love of Christ to others through this very worthwhile mission.
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3:23) And remind yourself of His promises to you. They are sprinkled throughout the Bible. I want to share some of these found in Psalm103: He forgives all my sins, He heals me, He saves my life from destruction, He surrounds me with good things and renews my youth like the eagles. He reveals His ways to me, He performs justice for me against oppression, He sets me free. He gives me His grace and mercy even though I don’t deserve it. Thank Him for His faithfulness in the past then express to Him your trust in His faithfulness to fulfill His promise in your life today and in the future. Helping scriptures: Psalm 89:1; 2 Thessalonians 3:3; Hebrews 10:23.
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RECORDS DEATHS & PAID MEMORIALS
SHARON (SEIGEL) FORKNER LAMAR-A graveside service was held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Walker Cemetery in Welch, Okla., for Sharon Anna (Seigel) Forkner, 70, Lamar, who died at her home on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2014. Rob Wilson officiated. Arrangements were under the direction of Daniel Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barton County Humane Society, in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be left at www.danielfuneralhome.net. Survivors include two sons, Rodney and Lorie Forkner, Irwin and Brett Forkner and Sherry Weis, Lamar; a daughter, Tamie Hurt, Lamar; her fiance, David Cartwright; a brother, Rick and Debbie Seigel, Welch, Okla.; three sisters, Beverly and Bill Haire, Vinita, Okla., Carolyn and Jack Forkner, Joplin and Patty and Paul Ercolin, La Grand, Ore.; two sister-in-laws, Karen Seigel, Welch, Okla. and Sue Seigel, Branson; her mother-in-law, Ramona Forkner; five grandchildren, Ryan, Chase, Kaleb, Brandon and Justin and great-grandchildren, Beighlor Jess, Oliver, Paisley, Dylan and Samantha and many nieces and nephews who she also dearly loved, along with her fiance David's family, children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two
brothers, Billy and Albert Seigel and a sister, Becky Parker. Mrs. Forkner was born Nov. 12, 1943, at Welch, Okla., to Woodrow William and Margaret Juanita (Grooms) Seigel. She attended school at Welch, Okla. She worked at O'Sullivan Industries for many years. She also did some babysitting and was an assistant Girl Scout leader. She enjoyed taking care of her flowers and was well known for her beautiful wisteria. She loved golfing, fishing and camping with her family. She was very talented and enjoyed painting old saw blades and murals. She was described as a “Giver” and had a “Gentle, Kind Spirit”. She was recently baptized and was very happy that she was able to share that experience with many of her family and friends. Her children and grandchildren were most precious and she loved to share photos of them every chance she had. Her pets were like children to her; especially her Bandi, who lived to be 21 years old.
Jack, Truman and Gerald. Mrs. Keesee was born June 30, 1931, in Sheldon, Mo., to James Vincil and Sylvia (Shaffer) Cooper. She grew up in Sheldon and was a 1949 graduate of Sheldon High School. She worked locally in Nevada, Mo. at Nellie Don for a number of years, then relocated to Topeka where she was employed first at Physio Technology, then Smith Truss, always as a seamstress. Her move to Topeka was to be closer to enjoy her family. She also worked for a time as manager of Holton Senior Housing in Holton. In her spare time she enjoyed crocheting, sewing and always loved music, but was especially fond of cooking “for everyone”.
MARIE BANWART
BRIEFS
daughters, Betty Thieman and husband Tom and Katie Day and husband Randy; sons-in-law, Jim Hillman and wife Martha and Terry Riegel and wife Karen, all of Lamar; two nieces, Karen Wegener and husband Ron, Lamar and Sharon Wadley and husband John, Sedalia; a nephew, Mike O’Sullivan and wife Kay, Lamar; a cousin, Bill O’Brien, Lamar; a special friend and caregiver, Margie Lynn; 24 grandchildren and 42 great-grandchildren. She was looking forward to welcoming her 43rd great-grandchild to the family in December. She was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Deveaux; a stillborn son, James Michael O’Sullivan; two daughters, Peggy Hillman and Patty Riegel and a great-grandson, Ethan Kelly Hull. Mrs. O’Sullivan was born Feb. 19, 1924, at Dixon, to Frederick and Blanche (Potter) Liesmann. After graduating from McKinley High School in St. Louis at age 15, she attended HarrisStowe Teachers College. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, she was a hospitable homemaker, who enjoyed hosting gatherings of friends and family. She shared her talent of needlepoint by making Christmas stockings for every member of the family. She was an avid bridge player, belonged to several bridge groups and also enjoyed the fellowship of her PEO sisters of Chapter EP. She was an active member of Lamar United Methodist Church, where she had been involved with United Methodist Women and taught Sunday school. She married Thomas Marshall O’Sullivan on July 14, 1940, at Hillsboro. They had celebrated 63 years together before his death on March 12, 2004.
LAMAR-Services will be held at 10 a.m. today (Wednesday) at Konantz Warden Funeral Home for Marie Banwart, 92, Lamar, who died Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014, at Barton County Memorial Hospital. Burial will be in IanMARGARET tha Cemetery. JUNE KEESEE The complete obituary will appear in the SepTOPEKA, Kan.-Grave- tember 3 Lamar Demoside services were held crat. at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Sheldon Cemetery in Sheldon, Mo., for Margaret June Keesee, 83, Topeka, who died at 1:50 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2014, at Midland Hospice Care in Topeka. Arrangements were under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, Mo. The obituary may be viewed and condolences sent online at www.ferryBETTY funeralhome.com. Survivors include two O’SULLIVAN daughters, Diana Duffield and husband Chuck, LAMAR-Services were Leavenworth and Margie held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Vermillion and husband the Lamar United MethJohn, Batesville, Mis- odist Church for Betty sissippi; grandchildren, Rhea O’Sullivan, 90, LaAmy Mullins and hus- mar, who died Saturday, band Wade, Topeka, Car- Aug. 23, 2014, at her rie McMahan and hus- home. Burial was in Lake band Greg, Tulsa, Okla., Cemetery. John Bradley Vermillion Arrangements were unand wife Angie, Halletts- der the direction of Danville, Texas; Jamie Vermil- iel Funeral Home. lion, Overbrook, Brandy Memorial contributions Gager and husband Mike may be made to the Laand Jesse Hornecker and mar United Methodist wife Amy, all of Topeka; Church or L.I.F.E. FounChad Duffield and wife dation, in care of the fuMackenzie, Plumas Lake, neral home. Calif.; Patrick Duffield Condolences may be HUGO HERMAN and Jeremy Duffield and shared at www.danielfuwife Renee, Oklahoma neralhome.net. SCHIERNBECK City, Okla.; 19 ½ great- Survivors include three grandchildren; nieces, sons, Dan O’Sullivan LAMAR-Funeral mass nephews and other rela- and wife Linda, Tom will be held at 2 p.m. totives and friends. O’Sullivan Jr. and wife Ma- day (Wednesday) at St. She was preceded in ria and Mike O’Sullivan death by three siblings, and wife Jennifer, two see DEATHS, page 4B
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THE BARTON COUNTY LIBRARIES WILL be closed Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of Labor Day. They will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 2, 10 a.m. A PUBLIC/PRIVATE SCHOOL PLANNING meeting will be held Friday, Aug. 29, 8:30 a.m., at the Lamar Middle School Library. This meeting is being held to plan for the provision of services to disabled children who are residing in the district and are being educated in religious, private or home school settings. THE 2013-14 LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL TIGER Yearbooks are ready for pick up. The theme is “Causing An Uproar”. There are a limited amount of extra books on sale for $55. For details contact Holly Willhite at 417-682-5571, ext. 408, or e-mail willhiteh@ lamar.k12.mo.us. LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL 40TH CLASS reunion pictures are ready for pick up at Davis Insurance on the south side of the Lamar square. LIBRARY FRIENDS WILL MEET THURSDAY, Sept. 4, 5 p.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library, to work on the book sale and scheduling. THE DADE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT will host its First Annual Color Run on Saturday, Sept. 20, 8:30 a.m., at the Lockwood City Park, 9th and Walnut. Proceeds from the run/walk will go to support the Dade County Relay for Life and Breast Cancer Survivor Dinner. This is a 3.1 mile fun run/walk and is a non-competitive, non-timed event. The cost is $35 for adults or $25 for youth 12 and under. Registration forms are available at the health department or online at www.dadecountyhealthdept.com. THE CREATIVE WRITERS GROUP WILL MEET Monday, Sept. 8, 10 a.m., at the Nevada Public Library meeting room. Enter through the Walnut St. (south) entrance. This is open to the public and new members are welcome. There are no fees or dues. Author Doris Quackenbush will lead an open discussion on writing non-fiction short stories. Writers of all genres, whether published or non-published, are encouraged to attend. For information call Nancy Malcom at 417-667-2024. OZARK SHORTS, A MONTHLY SCREENING series of international award-winning short films, will be shown Saturday, Aug. 30, 1 p.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library, 10th and Cherry, Lamar. This is free and open to the public. Come see a variety of some of the world’s best short films. More information can be viewed at https://www.facebook.com/ozarkshorts. THE JASPER SURVIVING SPOUSES WILL meet Wednesday, Sept. 10, 11:15 a.m., at the Lamar Senior Center. Lunch will be eaten at the center. There is a special program planned, plus Bingo. THE BARTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT, 1301 E. 12th St., Lamar, will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 1. Home health will be on call at 417-682-3363. THE AMERICAN LEGION AND AUXILIARY will meet Monday, Sept. 8, 6 p.m., at Denny’s back room for supper. The meeting will follow. THE RETIRED EDUCATORS OF THE Barton County Area will meet Wednesday, Sept. 3, at the Christian Church Fellowship Hall. District 9 President Vicky Orr and District 9 Membership Chairman Dan Barger will be the guest speakers. Breakfast will be at 8:30 a.m., with the business meeting at 9 a.m. Please plan to attend scheduled monthly meetings as there is strength in numbers. NURSES FROM BARTON COUNTY Memorial Hospital will get together to reminisce and recall their times at the hospital, to be held Wednesday, Sept. 3, at Tractor’s in Lamar. Breakfast will be from 8 a.m. to ? All are welcome. For information call Cecilia at 239-898-3680. THE WILHELM REUNION WILL BE held Sunday, Sept. 14, at the Lamar City Park shelter house. A potluck dinner will be held around 12:30-1 p.m. THE LAMAR ART LEAGUE WILL MEET Thursday, Sept. 4, 10 a.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library. Bring something to work on and a sack lunch. For more information call Donna Holt at 417-398-2614. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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 417-2352337 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. 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. 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. 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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24, 2014, at his home.
Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, at Daniel Funeral Home. Contributions are suggested to St. Mary’s Catholic Church, in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be left at www.danielfuneralhome.net. Survivors include six sons, Dale Peters and wife Delores, Daniel Peters and wife Jill, Lamar, Dennis Peters, Pittsburg, Kan., Douglas Peters, Smyrna, Tenn., Dean Peters and wife Kelli, Liberty Hill, Texas and Andrew Peters and wife Jan, Springfield; two daughters, Susanne Perelman and husband Terry, Henderson, Nevada and Jeanne Buffington and husband Dean, Chinook, Montana; 16 grandchildren, Levi Peters and wife Amy, Lindsey Williams and husband Greg, Lisa Peters, Jenny Peters, Matthew Peters and wife
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Olivia, Ryan Peters, Sean Peters, Megan Peters, Amanda Shapiro and husband Scott, Natalie Peters, Philip Perelman, Dylan Perelman, Jamal Kasem, Charis Harrison and husband Jeff, Ethan Buffington and James Buffington; four greatgrandsons, Jackson and Tyler Williams, Rueben Peters and Joseph Peters; a sister, Elsie Calabreese; a brother, Joseph Rickert and extended family, friends and neighbors. She was preceded in death by five brothers; two sisters and an infant daughter, Deborah Jane Peters. Mrs. Peters was born Sept. 21, 1926, in St. Louis, to William Henry and Elizabeth Louise (Bollwerk) Rickert. She was reared and went to school in St. Louis. She attended K through 12th grade at St. Anthony’s School and graduated in 1944. She worked at a telegraph
company and Federal Reserve Bank before becoming a mother. She and her husband made their home in St. Ann until 1965, when they moved to Lamar. She enjoyed crafts, sewing, cooking and rearing a family. She very much enjoyed seeing her kids, grandkids and great-grandkids. She had been a member of St. Louis Columbus Girls Drill Team, as well as a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. She was also a member of St. Mary’s Altar Society, a member of Church Women United, a member of Ladies Auxiliary Club of Knights of Columbus, a den mother for Cub Scouts and a Pleasant Hill Homemakers Club member, all in Lamar. She had also worked at the voting polls in Lamar. She married August Edgar Peters on April 28, 1951. He died Feb. 21, 2014.
Mary’s Catholic Church for Hugo Herman Schiernbeck, 93, Lamar, who died Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014, at Barton County Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are under the direction of Daniel Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society or St. Mary’s Youth Group, in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be left at www.danielfuneralhome.net. Survivors include his wife of nearly 68 years, Mary Schiernbeck; two sons, Milo Schiernbeck and wife Wanda, Schleswig, Iowa and Merlin Schiernbeck and wife Brenda, Osceola, Wisc.; two daughters, Marlene Shaw and husband Tom, Liberal and Marlys Buckner and husband Steve, Lamar; a sister, Helen Rodman, New Jersey; 13
grandchildren; 18 greatgrandchildren and five step great-grandchildren. He also left behind many friends. Mr. Schiernbeck was born Aug. 28, 1920, at Schleswig, Iowa, to Carl and Clara (Hill) Schiernbeck. He had worked as a cattle farmer, a feed salesman, sold Watkins products and had worked at Daniel Funeral Home for ROSEMARY over 35 years. He was a member of the Knights of ANNA (RICKERT) Columbus and St. Mary’s PETERS Catholic Church. He married Mary Jean LAMAR-Mass of ChrisBengford in Nebraska on tian Burial will be held at Oct. 25, 1946. 10 a.m Friday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church for JIM MCMULLEN Rosemary Anna (Rickert) Peters, 87, who died LAMAR-Arrangements Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014, at are pending with Daniel Truman Healthcare CenFuneral Home for James ter in Lamar, where she “Jim” F. McMullen, 76, had been a resident since Lamar, who died unex- October, 2013. Burial will pectedly on Sunday, Aug. follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.
General Warranty Deed, filed July 23, 2014. Margaret A. Miller to Michael J. Moyer and Kara R. Moyer: All of lot 9 in block 3 in Strawberry Hill, a subdivision in the City of Lamar, Barton
County, Missouri. Warranty Deed, filed July 24, 2014. Richard Katz and Suzanne Katz of Barton County, Missouri, to Joshua Thornton and Danielle Thornton of Barton County, Mis-
souri: Commencing 165 feet from the northwest corner of the Hopewell Presbyterian Church, thence south 01 degrees 10 minutes 59 seconds east, along the west line of said church property and
its prolongation 232 feet, seconds west 539.89 feet quarter of section 32, thence south 84 degrees to the north line of north- thence east 558.22 feet to 54 minutes 03 seconds west quarter of northeast the point of beginning. west 318.73 feet, thence south 35 degrees, 40 minutes 52 seconds west 342.45 feet, thence north 04 degrees 52 minutes 00
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 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 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
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
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
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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
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN see LEGALS, page 5B 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
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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS Legals, continued from page 4B 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 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 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
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Narcotics Anonymous Meetings - Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., 1104 Broadway, Memorial Hall Basement. Services Offered
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PRIVATE FOUNDATION ANNUAL NOTICE Pursuant to Section 6014 (d) of the Internal PRIVATE Revenue Code, notice is FOUNDATION hereby given that the annual ANNUAL NOTICE Pursuant to Section 6014 return for the calendar year (d) of the Internal Revenue 2013 of GROWING TREE
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pliance parts. Miller’s Team Drivers, 130,000 Country Corner. 417- per year, 2014 & 2015 trk, home weekly, same 884-2684. day pay, free health ins. Drum Lessons: Mark 5000.00 sign on bonus Cummins School for pays out in 4 months, Drummers has open- leases and lease purings for new students. chases available. Detail Enrollment required, call 800-769-3993, on classes start September. line app www.trailiner. Young or old, it's never com. to late to learn. Studio located at 1304 Francis Drivers, Solo, 3 or 6 day Street, Lamar. For infor- runs, $44cents per mi, mation and sign up call Free Health Ins. Same Day Pay. 800-769-3993 417-295-1050. for Details, on line app Employment www.trailiner.com.
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We thank everyone for the cards for our 60th wedding anniversary. We enjoyed them. God bless, Jerry and Helen Dale
Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Sunday, 5 p.m., in the basement of Lamar Memorial Hall, 1104 Broadway. All meetings are nonsmoking.
Code, notice is hereby given that the annual return for the calendar year 2013 of FINLEY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, INC., a private foundation, is available at the foundation’s principal office for inspection during regular business hours by any citizen who requests it within 180 days after the date of this publication. The foundation’s principal office is located at 446 N. Hwy. W, Lamar, Mo. 64759. The principal manager of the foundation is Robert L. Finley, Tel. No. (417) 8433370. 8-27-1tc
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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
The City of Golden City is taking applications for the Public Works Department. Prefer someone with experience operating backhoe, brush hog, road grader and mowers. Has a class B license or can get one during 60 day probationary period. Willing to get water/sewer license, after one year of emDrivers: CDL – A ployment. Starting salDrivers, 60,000+, CDL- Teams $3000 Sign-On ary will depend on exp er ience. Health benefits,
FOUNDATION, INC., a private foundation, is available at the foundation’s principal office for inspection during regular business hours by any citizen who requests it within 180 days after the date of this publication. The foundation’s principal office is located at 802 Gulf, Lamar, Mo. 64759. The principal manager of the foundation is Rick Williams, Tel. No. (417) 682-3391. 8-27-1tc IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION AT LAMAR Charles Curless, Judge In the matter of the Estate of Larry Snodgrass, Deceased. Estate No. 13B4-PR00038. NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE:
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Notice is hereby given that the undersigned Personal Representative will file a Final Settlement and Petition for Distribution in this Court on the 26th day of September, 2014, or as may be continued by the Court. Objections to the Settlement or proposed Order of Distribution shall be filed in writing within twenty (20) days after the date of filing thereof. Dated this 25th day of August, 2014. Warten, Fisher, Lee and Brown, LLC By-Jeffrey S. Monroe, MBN 45516 613 S. Byers, PO Box 939 Joplin, MO 64802-0939 (417) 624-3818 s-Nikki Probert, Personal Representative 602 Pebble Street Belton, MO 64012 s-Eric Snodgrass, Personal Representative 911 Monroe Circle Carl Junction, MO 64834 8-27,9-3,10,17-4tc
make any such preference limitation, or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate, which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis". Mobile Homes for Rent
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Construction of 1st Street bridge continues
Public is invited to view Ozark Shorts
Photo for Lamar Democrat by Michael O'Sullivan Because of the topography of the new bridge at 1st Street and I-49, a lot of flat fill dirt was needed to ensure proper drainage and to build the long ramps that are needed for the side of the bridge. On August 16, the fill dirt of the initial part of the east ramp was harvested from the median. In comparison, the smaller east ramp on the bridge at EE and DD, where dirt was harvested, created a nice pond just east of the ramp.The construction of the basic form of the ramp on the west side took about two days. So far, on the east side, they have been hauling dirt for more than two days, but because of flat fill, they are just now starting to build up the ramps.
Registrations being taken for color run
Photo for Lamar Democrat by Michael O'Sullivan The top of the ramp on the east side of I-49 matches the one on the west side. The concrete casing will support the bridge with the center upright.
Fatality accident occurs on county road According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a 1993 Ford Crown Victoria being driven by Clara C. Hobson, 92, Jasper, was traveling southbound on County Road 20, eight miles
south of Golden City, when she slid off the left side of the road, striking a ditch. The report stated that the vehicle came to rest in a grassy field. Hobson was later pronounced dead at the
scene, due to a possible medical condition, by the deputy Jasper County coroner. The report stated that the accident occurred at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23.
The Lamar Fire Department responded at 10:17 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 17, to a dumpster fire located at Redneck Manufacturing, 1705 Gulf Street. The cause of the fire, which was reported by a passerby, has been listed as unknown. Minor damage caused by the fire oc-
curred to a box trailer that was located nearby. The fire department responded with three trucks and 13 firefighters and was on the scene for approximately 1 ¼ hours. At 1:35 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 18, the Lamar Fire Department responded to a call for mutual aid from
Golden City, to assist with a structure fire at 700 Mill St. The house was destroyed by the fire, as well as major damage being done to a house next door. The fire department responded with two trucks and six firefighters and was on the scene for approximately three hours.
Fire department responds to area blazes
Kansas residents arrested for possession after asleep in car in middle of the road NEVADA-Vernon County Sheriff Dept. deputies were dispatched to a report of a vehicle in the middle of the road on the northwest part of the county. The caller stated that two people appeared to be sleeping or passed out in the vehicle. When deputies arrived they discovered what is believed to be drug parapherna-
lia and a controlled substance in the vehicle. Both individuals, who are from Kansas, were arrested but names have not been released pending the filing of formal charges. Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher said vehicles traveling across state lines with drugs is an ongoing problem. “We are constantly find-
ing vehicles close to the state line, hoping they can jump across the state line to avoid detection of law enforcement,” said Sheriff Mosher. The sheriff said his office has a good working relationship with law enforcement in Kansas and they are working together to stop those who traffic drugs across state lines.
Vehicle runs out of gas during pursuit, car stolen from Kansas City One person is in custody after a vehicle pursuit early Monday morning, Aug. 18, on East 54 near the Cedar County line. According to a press release from the Vernon County Sheriff ’s Office, deputies began pursuing a 2014 Avenger on East 54 near Walker corner. The vehicle was traveling at a high speed and was swerving all over the road according to reports from the deputy just before he attempted to stop the car. When the car did not stop, the deputy began pursuing the vehicle bringing the number of pursuits this year for the sheriff ’s
office to 23. The deputy notified dispatch at one point that the driver threw something out of the window and had responding deputies check the area where they were able to locate drug paraphernalia and what is believed to be methamphetamines. The vehicle continued to flee on East 54, but then speeds began dropping until the car came to a stop just before the Cedar County line. The driver, whose name has not yet been released, was taken into custody by sheriff ’s deputies. It was later discovered the car had run out of gas.
Deputies were notified by dispatch that the vehicle was stolen from an impound lot run by the City of Kansas City. Additional paraphernalia and suspected methamphetamines were located in the vehicle as well. The sheriff said the number of pursuits is alarming, but deputies are using their training and it is paying off. “A supervisor is notified and constantly monitors each pursuit” said Mosher. “We were able to recover a stolen vehicle, remove some drugs off the street and no one was injured. That’s the most we can hope for,” the sheriff said.
Ozark Shorts, a monthly screening series of international award-winning short films, will be presented free to the public on Saturday, Aug. 30, 1 p.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library, 10th and Cherry, Lamar. Selections for August include “Railroad Blues”, five minutes long, directed by Robert Paquin; “La Mime”, four minutes, Marjorie
LOCKWOOD-The Dade County Health Department will host its first annual color run on Saturday, Sept. 20, 8:30 a.m., at the Lockwood City Park, 9th and Walnut. Proceeds from the run/ walk will go to support the Dade County Relay for Life and Breast Cancer Survivor Dinner.
Cohen; “Girl Clown”, 14 minutes, Beth Spitalny; “Certifuge Brain Project”, 17 minutes, Till Nowak; “Can't Dance”, 15 minutes, Richard Ullez and “Down in Flames”, 29 minutes, William Stribling. The public is invited to view some of the world's best short films including this wide variety of great family-friendly documentaries, narrative, animation and experimental shorts that the local four
This 3.1 mile fun run/ walk is a non-competitive, non-timed event. For everyone's safety, dogs, as well as in-line skates, skateboards, etc., are not allowed on the course or at the venue. The cost is $35 for adults or $25 for youth 12 and under. Registration forms are available at the health department or online at
state area would otherwise never get the opportunity to see. This monthly screening series is brought to the public by Dockery and Son's Second Hand Store in Milford. Their facebook page is http://www.facebook.com/dockery deals. Like, follow and keep up with screening information on the short films and updates at https://www. facebook.com/ozarkshorts.
www.dadecountyhealthdept.com and may be returned online, by mail or in person. Participants are encouraged to wear a white tshirt and join in the fun. September Days will also be occurring, with fun activities, booths and food. What a great way for all the family to spend the day together!
Black layer is the time to shut irrigation off LAMAR-Jill Scheidt, agronomy specialist with University of Missouri Extension in Barton County, scouted fields east of I-49 along Hwy. 126 on August 13, for the crop scouting program. Scheidt offers this advice from the field. Corn is nearing the black layer stage, or physiological maturity. “Once black layer is reached, irrigation can be turned off,” says Scheidt. Scheidt observed diplodia ear rot on ears. “Diplodia is identified by grayish-white mold between kernels,” says Scheidt. According to Laura Sweets, state pathologist with Universi-
ty of Missouri Extension, diplodia ear rot is favored by wet weather just after silking and is more severe when corn is planted following corn. Soybeans are in the eight trifoliate and beginning seed stages. “Very little insect activity was seen. Scout for podworms now; podworms pose the biggest threat to double crop beans, scouting should begin in the flowering stage,” says Scheidt. Threshold levels for podworm in soybean are one per foot of row and five percent pod damage. According to Wayne Bailey, state entomologist with University of Missouri Extension, Hero and Mustang Max are the recommended in-
secticide controls. A fungicide application to soybeans at the R5 stage, or beginning seed development, will most often result in a yield increase, if disease is present. Fungicides applied at R6 may result in improved seed quality, this is may not happen every year and will seldom be a yield increase. The weekly field scouting report is sponsored by University of Missouri Extension and Barton County Extension. For more information on this scouting report, or to learn how to receive it a week earlier by telephone, contact the MU Extension Center in Barton County at (417) 6823579.