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“A Place For Everyone In FFA”
Bob and Susan Lenon Macon, MO FORMER MACON FIRE CHIEF’S HOME BURNS On 09-13-2012, at 3:57am, The Macon Fire Department was dispatched to the report of a structure fire at 1110 Laura Lane. Upon arrival, fire department personnel found heavy smoke and fire coming from the garage and rear of the residence. The fire was brought under control at 5:58am by 12 firefighters using two pieces of apparatus. The Missouri Division of Fire safety was requested to investigate, and members of the Macon Fire Department assisted. The fire department was assisted on scene by the Macon Police Department, Macon Municipal Utilities, and the Macon County Ambulance District. The fire has been ruled accidental.
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La Plata FFA members, LaDonna White, Molly Safley, Brendon Curtis, Colton Curtis and Cordel Bane take time to pose for a quick photo during their meeting at Queen City for the Area Three Leadership Conference.
FFA National Vice Presidents speaks to La Plata students about the benefits of joining FFA by Aaron Thomas, Reporter Alicia Hodnik, the National Vice-President of the FFA, came to speak to us at around one o’clock. All current FFA members and of-
Bevier hitter Alexis Schultz rips a hit to right during the North Shelby Tournament, on Saturday, Sept. 8.
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ficers were present as well as all seventh and eighth graders. Ms. Hodnik travels around the United States to talk with students about the great things that the FFA has provided her. She spoke about the scholarships, learning opportunities, and fun that she has had with the association. She also encouraged everyone to try at least one year of FFA and reminded all students that it isn’t a
matter of where you are from or what your interests are and that there is a place for everyone in the FFA. On Wednesday, September 13, the La Plata FFA Chapter traveled to Queen City, Missouri, to attend the Area Three Leadership Conference. There, they won 2nd place in the Formal Dress Competition and witnessed opening and closing ritual ceremonies for the first time.
They also attended workshops on leadership, colleges, technical schools, and FFA history. Alicia Hodnik also spoke at this conference. With La Plata’s FFA Chapter present, an all time record 491 members were in attendance. Thanks to the community for their support of La Plata FFA and allowing our school to build a chapter.
ALL PATRIOTS RUN AND AUCTION
Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (a Nationwide Organization) met September 8, 2012 at the American Legion Hall for their annual All Patriots Run which included 10 CVMA Chapters in Missouri and members from other states. Their day consisted of a motorcycle ride, silent auction and a wrap up with a band in the park. Shown is a few of the participants and a quilt made of members Harley Davison t-shirts, which brought a whopping $1,200. All proceeds go to benefit Veterans in local nursing homes.
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From Winter Storms To Tornadoes, Bevier Is StormReady Residents of Bevier, MO will benefit from local, state, and federal agencies working together to better prepare their communities to handle future weatherrelated events or disasters. Mrs. Julie Adolphson, Meteorologist-in-charge of the National Weather Service Kansas City Weather Forecast Office located in Pleasant Hill, Missouri, has designated Bevier, MO as StormReady. “Every year around 500 Americans lose their lives to severe weather. The numbers are startling with 10,000 thunderstorms, 2,500 floods, and 1,000 tornadoes impacting the U.S. each year,” said Adolpshon. “Because potentially deadly severe weather can impact every American, the National Weather Service developed StormReady, a program to help guard against the ravages of Mother Nature.” StormReady is a National program that gives communities the skills and education needed to survive severe weather, before and during the event. The nationwide community preparedness program uses a grassroots and pro-active approach to help communities develop plans to improve local hazardous weather operations and public awareness for local severe weather threats. “Bevier was designated as StormReady in August
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by a local StormReady Advisory Board,” said Andy Bailey; Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service. This local board was made up of representatives from the National Weather Service and representatives from the Missouri emergency management community. Bailey also noted that, “ The StormReady program is voluntary, and provides communities with clearcut advice to prepare for severe weather, including developing a partnerships with the local National Weather Service office, state and local emergency managers, and the media.” Adolpshon said, “It’s paramount for communities to understand the types of weather-related threats in the area, when they are most likely to occur, and prepare in advance for severe weather events. Through programs such as StormReady, the National Weather Service will continue to help citizens understand the dangers these weather events present. Education in a very big part of the StormReady program.” Bevier is 65th StormReady jurisdiction in Missouri. Other nearby locations designated as StormReady include Kirksville, Hannibal, and Paris. There are currently 1,969 StormReady Designations nationwide.
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The corner of 101 S. Rollins in Macon has a history, a history which includes being a Ladies Lodge, where the ladies traveling with the Civil War soldiers congregated during the day. The red house with white trim, currently at the location was built in the early 1870’s after the original home was dismantled and burned during a long cold winter of the Civil War. It is said that this house was reconstructed from the fond memories of the Civil War veterans, to be similar to the original. It is while renovating an upstairs bedroom of this house that owner, Scott Warren found a bit of history. Un-
der two layers of carpeting and three layers of linoleum he spotted what looked to be a loose floor board. Upon further investigation he found that it was actually a trap door of sorts, which contained a dance card from the Blees Military Academy class of 1904.
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Ann R. Mathis, age 53, of Anchorage, Alaska, passed away Friday, September 7, 2012 after a hard fought battle with cancer. Ann was born on October 24, 1958 to CW4 Richard and Marvel Harrington at Vandenberg AFB, California. Ann graduated from University High in Warrensburg, Missouri in 1976 and then went on to earn a Bachelors’ degree in Criminal Justice from Central Missouri State University. She married William (Bill) Mathis, of Goshen Indiana, in Warrensburg, MO in Aug. 1986. Ann had worked in management at the Car Care Center for Army / Air Force Exchange Service on Ft. Richardson, Alaska when they returned to the state in 2005 after her husband’s 20 year military career. Ann is survived by her husband Bill Mathis of Anchorage; son Ben Kruger of Mayfield, KY; daughter Mary Cramb of San Deigo, CA and son Trevor Mathis of Maumelle, AR; 4 grandchildren Levi, Zack, Keira, and Ronan; sister Mary Wishon of Denison, IA and her two cats, Maxine and Mutant. She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Marvel Harrington and an older brother, Paul Harrington. Funeral services were held Friday, September 14, 2012 at Delaney Funeral Home in Marceline. Burial was in Locke Cemetery, rural Marceline.
Joshua Michael Jenkins, 20, of Macon, MO, passed away on Saturday, September 8, 2012, in Moberly, MO. Josh was born on September 9, 1991, in Macon, the son of Troy and Deborah (Duncan) Jenkins. He enjoyed four wheeling, fishing, music, singing, and spending time with friends Josh was baptized and confirmed at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Moberly and had recently been attending the First Baptist Church in Macon. He is survived by his father, Troy Jenkins and his fiancé, Jennifer Stroud, of Macon, his mother, Deborah Woods and her husband, Robert of Moberly, one brother, Justin Howard of Moberly, one sister, Mikki Woods of Moberly, paternal grandparents, Keith and Linda Jenkins of Bevier, paternal great-grandmother, Pearl Oliver of Macon, maternal grandmother, Linda Phillips of Omaha, NE, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Josh was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Kenneth Duncan. Graveside services were held Friday, September 14, 2012, at the Bellview Cemetery, northwest of
Marie Cross, age 93, of Macon, MO, passed away September 11, 2012, at Samaritan Hospital in Macon. Marie was born on January 24, 1919, in Macon, the daughter of George Washington and Jenny Pearl (Varnold) Huett. Marie was united in marriage to Virgil Francis Cross on April 16, 1938, in Bevier, MO. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Macon. Marie worked for over thirty years at Banquet Foods (ConAgra) and enjoyed gardening, fly fishing, cooking, embroidering, sewing, camping, bowling, and especially spending time with her family. Marie is survived by one son, Harold Dean Cross of Macon, four grandchildren, Phillip Dean Cross of Columbia, MO, Claudia Jean Rhoades and her husband Eric of Atlanta, MO, Sandra Lynn Cross and Jason of Macon, Kimberly Ann Cross of Macon, seven great-grandchildren, Dillon, Corey, Lindsey, Haley, Morgan, Becci, and Alexandra, and nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Virgil, one daughter-in-law, Charlotte, three brothers, two sisters, one step-brother, and one step-sister. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, Sunday, September 16, 2012, at the Hutton & McElwain Funeral Home, with Bro. Clark Dobbs officiating. Burial will be in Hillcrest memorial Gardens in Macon. Visitation will be from 5-7 pm, Saturday, at the funeral home. The family suggests Memorials to the Children’s Shriner’s Hospital. ONLINE CONDOLENCES MAY BE MADE TO: www. greeningeaganhayes.com
Lloyd Dewayne Burk Lloyd Dewayne Burk, 86, of Macon, MO, beloved husband of Anna Mary died September 11, 2012, at the Loch Haven Nursing Home in Macon after a long illness. Dewayne was born August 13, 1926, on a farm north of Callao to Homer J. and Ada (Lea) Burk the sixth child of eight children. Dewayne graduated from New Cambria High School in 1945 and then entered the Army serving in France and Germany. Dwayne married his high school sweetheart Anna Mary Davis in January of 1945. To this union they welcomed three children. Dewayne farmed for several years in the New Cambria, then went to work for MFA as an exchange Manager. 22 years before his retirement he was a Livestock Inspector for the State Department of Agriculture. He was active in community affairs—serving on the School Board, New Cambria Town Council and Commander of the American Legion in Callao for several years. He loved sports, especially the Cards, gardening and spending time with family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dwayne is survived by his wife of 64 years, son Roger Burk and his wife Kay of Fort Madison, IA, daughter, Cathy Bocke and her husband Roger, and son, Lloyd Burk and his wife Jeannie all of New Cambria, eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Lois Barron of San Pedro, CA, and Aletha Adams of Prairie Village, KS, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, J.W. and Howard Burk, and three sisters, Grace Braxton, Ruby Gibson, and Marie Turner, and both maternal and paternal grandparents. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 15, 2012, at the United Church of New Cambria with Rev. Mary Ellen Waychoff officiating. Burial, with full military honors, was in the New Cambria Cemetery.
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Thomas H. Behrman Thomas H. Behrman, age 85 of Marceline died Monday, September 10th, 2012 at Life Care Center in Brookfield, MO. Tom was born at Bucklin, Missouri on August 22nd, 1927 to Walter and Dorothy (Burk) Behrman. He married Dorothie F. Brown on September 18th, 1967 and she survives him. Tom was a graduate of Bucklin High School and a Veteran of the United States Army. He had been a Postmaster of the United States Postal Service, a member of the United Methodist Church in Bucklin, Masonic Lodge #481 of Marceline, Tri-County Shrine Club, Circus Chairman for many years, Bucklin American Legion, and an area resident most of his life. He is survived by his wife Dorothie, of the home; one son, Mike Behrman and wife Karen, Marceline; one brother George Behrman and wife Claudine, Bucklin; four grandchildren, Michael Deon Behrman, Michele Sue McCrary, Angela Kay Phillips and husband Josh; and Clayton Thomas Behrman, two step grandchildren, Lori Ann Porter and husband Al; and Robert Chuck Daniels and wife Nina; eight great grandchildren, five step great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, four step greatgreat grandchildren, two nieces, Belinda Coe and husband Gilbert, and Colleen Brown, one nephew, Mike Brown and wife Denise, several great and great-great nieces and nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Gerald, one niece Laura Behrman, and one nephew Jerry Brown. Funeral services were held Thursday, September 13th, 2012 at Delaney Funeral Home in Marceline. Burial with Military Honors was held at the High Hill Cemetery east of Marceline. Memorials may be made to the Marceline Nutrition Center or Shriners Children’s Hospital and these may be left at or mailed to Delaney Funeral Home 1720 N. Missouri Ave., Marceline, MO 64658
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Macon Police News On 09/09/12 at approximately 7:00am, the Macon Police Department was called to investigate a report of property damage occurring in the 900 block of Noll Drive. Upon arrival, police made contact with the caretaker who reported finding damage on the property which apparently occurred during the overnight hours. Three golf cars reportedly sustained damage as well as other property. This case is currently under investigation by the Macon Police Department. On 09/12/12 at approximately 8:14pm, Officers of the Macon Police Department and North Missouri Drug Task Force executed a search warrant for narcotics at 403 North Missouri Street in the city of Macon. During the execution of the warrant, officers seized drug paraphernalia, marijuana, methamphetamine, firearms and evidence indicating the intention to distrib-
ute controlled substance. Three suspects were arrested and transported to the Macon Police Department for processing and were later taken to the Macon County Jail where they were placed on 24-hour hold pending formal charges. A 43-year old white female of Kansas City (MO) was arrested for possession of controlled substance (meth) and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia (meth). A 30-year old white female of Macon was arrested for attempt to distribute controlled substance, possession of controlled substance (meth) and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia. A 29-year old white male of Macon was arrested for unlawful use of drug paraphernalia. Officers are seeking charges against at least one more suspect who remains at large. The Macon Police Department and North Missouri Drug Task Force were assisted by the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
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Tammy L. Smith Tammy L. Smith, age 54, of Marceline died Monday, September 10th, 2012 at her parents’ home in Marceline. She was born at Marceline, Missouri on March 14th, 1958 to Dwayne and Betty (Terrell) Tarpening. She was married to Phillip Smith for 30 years. Tammy was a graduate of the Marceline R5 High School and employed at the Marceline Housing Authority until retiring in March. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Marceline, Joy Riders Saddle Club for years, 4-H Horsemanship leader for 15 years, and coached fifth and sixth grade girls basketball teams for several years. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and family, riding horses and being outdoors. She is survived by her parents, Dwayne and Betty Tarpening, Marceline; two daughters, Jessica and husband Mike Baker, Ashland; and Crystal and husband Eric Sears, Atlanta; two sisters, Debra Barnett and husband Steve, Rothville; and Shirley Holt and Roger Pope, Marceline; two brothers, Steven Tarpening and wife Julie; and Roy Tarpening and wife Iva, all of Marceline; five grandchildren, Alexus and Sierra, of Ashland; and Logan Brooklyn, and Hayden, of Atlanta; and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held September 14th at Delaney Funeral Home in Marceline with burial at the Mt. Olive Cemetery, Marceline. Memorials may be made to the Petska Cancer Fund and these may be left at or mailed to Delaney Funeral Home 1720 N. Missouri Ave., Marceline, MO 64658
Deloris A. Dunseith Atha
Deloris A. Dunseith Atha, age 71 formerly of Macon, Missouri, died Saturday, Sept. 8, in Torrance, California. Deloris was born March 22, 1941, in Hannibal, Mo., the daughter of Gail and Thelma Bartlett. She is survived by three sons, Les Dunseith of Redondo Beach, California., Lynn Dunseith of Audubon, New Jersey, and Terry (Chieko) Dunseith of Torrance, California; five grandchildren, Josh (Kim) Dunseith and Shawn (Tanya) Dunseith of Macon, Missouri, Andy (Bethany) Dunseith, of Coleville, California, and Daniel and Nicole Dunseith of Torrance, California; five great-grandchildren, Kayla, Haylee, Otis, Ellie Grace and Henry; four sisters, Vivian Westcott, Dicy Perkins, Janet Morton and Linda VanLaningham of Kirksville, Missouri; and one brother, Ronnie Bartlett of Milan, Missouri. Deloris was employed by Loch Haven in Macon, Missouri for 26 years, from August 1975 to April 2001. Private burial will take place at Bell Cemetery in Ethel, Missouri under the direction of Travis Funeral Chapel, La Plata, Missouri.
Milton H. Miller, 81, of Little Rock, passed away Friday, September 14, 2012. He was born August 8, 1931 in Hermitage, Missouri. Milton was the third of eight children born to the late Elzie Irvin and Laura Ethel Miller. Milton met the love of his life, Bonnie, while in high school in La Plata, Missouri. They enjoyed many adventures together during their 58 years of marriage. Milton loved spending time with his family and was a devoted grandfather (Papa). It was a longstanding tradition as the grandchildren grew up that they got to spend one night a week with Mema and Papa. It was a night they all looked forward to. He and Bonnie shared a love of football and basketball that began when they were teenagers. As loyal Razorback fans they enjoyed going to the games in Fayetteville and Little Rock. For many years he and Bonnie could be found on Lake Hamilton most summer weekends many of which were spent on the boat with his grandchildren. During Oaklawn racing season, they could be found enjoying the races with friends and always looked forward to the annual reunion with his brothers and sisters during Derby week. He had a special relationship with his nephew, David Miller, who inspired him to use a computer. They kept up a steady stream of emails sharing family news, stock tips, and passing on jokes. Milton graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Pharmacy. After graduation he served two years in the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany. He was a practicing pharmacist for many years eventually becoming President of Petty’s Drug and later Super D Drug. He was a caring executive who knew and valued his co-workers and was loved and respected by them. He always enjoying the contact he had with many of them even after retirement. After retiring in 1995, he joined ranks with the ROMEOs (Retired Old Men Eating Out) forming great friendships and looking forward to their weekly Wednesday lunches. Milton is preceded in death by his parents; son, Steven Milton Miller; sister, Ella Mae Baker; brother, Royal Manton Miller; brother, Elzie Irvin Miller, Jr.; and grandson, James Steven Webb. He is survived by his wife Bonnie, daughters Cathy (James) Webb, and Ann (Mark) Langston; grandchildren, John Kevin Webb, Lauren Alyssa Langston, and Samuel Alan Langston. He is also survived by siblings Betty Lou Miller, James Edward Miller, Gaylia Sue Grant, and Carol Ann Moore, and many much loved nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the compassion and care he received from Dr. Tena Murphy, Dr. Mike Bauer, and Dr. Thomas Sneed and his staff. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to Second Presbyterian Church, UAMS College of Pharmacy, or the charity of your choice. Services will be held Monday, September 17, 2012, at Second Presbyterian Church, 600 Pleasant Valley Dr. Little Rock, Arkansas, 72227. The visitation will be at 1:00 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at Pinecrest Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, (501)2248300. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal
Democratic Headquarters Ribbon Cutting
Over 100 people attended the Ribbon Cutting of the New Macon County Democrat Club Headquarters On Thursday September 6th. The headquarters is located at 29331 U.S. Hwy 63 across, from Macon Cinema. State Candidate for Lt. Governor Susan Montee cut the ribbon during the opening supported by candidates, U.S. Rep. Candidate Kyle Yarber, Local Candidates 6 District Rep. Diana Scott, Circuit Judge Rick Tucker, Assessor Alan Spencer, Sheriff Kevin Shoemaker, Commissioner John Meisner and Public Administrator Lois Noland. Pictured are your candidates: Kyle Yarber, Lois Noland, Diana Scott, Susan Montee, John Meisner, Rick Tucker and Kevin Shoemaker
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Zelma Oreva Cook, age 85 of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Sunday, September 16, 2012 at the Samaritan Hospital in Macon, Missouri. Funeral services are pending at Travis Funeral Chapel in La Plata, Missouri.
Gary R. Magers, age 74, of rural Macon, Missouri and formerly of Moberly and Independence, passed away Saturday afternoon (September 15, 2012) at Samaritan Hospital in Macon, Missouri. Funeral services are pending at Cater Funeral Home in Moberly, Missouri.
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Blonde But Blunt BY BECKY JEFFCOAT EDITOR/PUBLISHER NORTH EDITION lpnews@marktwain.net
It took only one good rain for the grass to green up. I laugh as people have shedded their lawn mowers and weed trimmers for the season and are now digging them back out. But its great to see the colors again on the lawn and watch the livestock graze instead of mash down the brown prickly pastures. The great weather also makes me smile as our annual ATV riding trip with our buddy Grizz is coming up this weekend and I am ready to get back on that 4-wheeler and have some fun. The fresh air of the outdoors is so great to feel and even though I usually wear extra, extra and extra warm clothes and boots I love riding the trails with my ATV/Camping family. A couple years back my best friend gave me a pair of electric socks and wow are they great. These little beauties have a foot sole that slip right down into my boots and the battery housing just slips right over the top side like a hairclip. They are warm! Then she gave me a pair of handle bar covers, I call them my steering wheel gloves. They keep my hands all nice and toasty. So that night ride that we take, well it doesn’t bother me, I’m ready! By the time we get back to camp several are headed for the fire, but I’m good, warm from head to toe. Boy, does my Best Friend know me well! Scary sometimes!! I love the way everyone works together like a bunch of little “Grizz” elves. We all carry food to the fire, make breakfast for everyone and sometimes I get appointed by the master, Grizz, to be the sugar and cinnamon girl for his homemade donuts! :) Then we ride some more, take a cooler of lunchmeats, chips, drinks and snacks and head for the timber again. At the middle of the day we stop at the river
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and have lunch on the sand letting everyone relax, visit and those who brought their right hand man, usually a dog, let the canines play in the water. Its a great opportunity for picture taking as well. We finish up our break and head back out on the bikes, cruising like we are the ATV/UTV version of “Hell’s Angels”, just as proud and maybe a little prouder. These rides are for the entire family, the kids go, mom and dad go, grandma and grandpa go, the pets go and they even let me keep tagging along even though I’m the one that always tips over or has a flat tire. LOL, but they love me! That evening when we head for the camp again, we all carry food back to the fire and enjoy more visiting, a lot of laughs and make several memories. It’s a weekend I wait a whole year for and its all because my friend, Grizz is so gracious about allowing us to hang out with him at his farm and have a great time. And my friends, that’s what its all about, a great time with friends, making memories. I promise to be careful on this outing and not end up in the ER. My friends at NRMC like to work with me, but not work “on” me. LOL I hope you enjoyed our 2nd Regional Issue just as much as we’ve enjoyed compiling it for you. Enjoy the weather!! Keep It Kool, Bec
The Shepherd Calls No doubt, you have noticed the political fervor of these days. Political bits and pieces are everywhere—on the radio and television, in the newspapers, in people’s yards, all over. One would need to be blind and deaf not to notice. The political hype is nothing new; it’s in the DNA of our nation. However, hearing the hype in the church is disturbing. Discussing politics in church was once considered poor taste. Alas, that quaint taboo seems to have gone away. Not only do many churches take political stands, but some people even encourage the church to identify with a political party. Ordinarily, The Shepherd Calls does not address issues as controversial as this one. Our purpose is devotional, not confrontational. However, this issue is so significant someone needs to express concern. The church must be a trumpeter of truth. Despite their best intentions, politics often bends or breaks the truth. In the church, we have the Bible to give us the truth, but there is no such rulebook for politics. Many honest Christians involved in the
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political process have been certain they were right only to learn later they were not. If such “certainties” are proclaimed by the church and later proven wrong, our witness will be compromised. It then will be difficult for seekers to believe us when we speak the truth from God’s Word. Good citizenship demands that Christians be involved in the political process, but that involvement should take place outside the church. Sometimes the political process deals with moral issues, and it is tempting for the church to join a party that seems right. Yet, we should exercise extreme caution for political parties are never single issue focused. We can learn from recent history. In the 1930’s the Nazi political party persuaded many German Christians, and even some churches, to support them. What they proposed seemed reasonable and right to many. Later, the church realized it had been duped; but by that time, they were in trouble. Call me old fashioned if you like, but I do not believe politics belongs in the church.
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Kids caught playing at the Clarence City Park enjoying some of the last days of summer. Pictured are Tristin Griffin, Emme Greenwood and Brylie Watkins
From the Editors Desk From The Desk Of The BY KATHY LIEBHART Worship Center EDITOR SOUTH EDITION kathy@maconhomepress.com
This week is the start of the Missouri State Highway Patrol Community Alliance Program. It is a nine week training program for citizens to understand some of the experiences, training and trials of the MSHP. At least I think that’s what I’m getting in to. It will be a learning experience for sure, but one I am looking forward to. Another exciting thing this week is our Regional Paper! I hope you enjoy the articles about the Civil War. It has been something getting all the information together for it. There are so many people to talk to that you can’t get to everyone. The history of our Nation is definitely a story of sadness, triumph, violence and victory. Missouri was a state of division and there wasn’t a family in those days that didn’t have a direct involvement in the war. I am looking forward to attend the “Day of Remembrance” on Sept. 29th in Macon. The schedule of events is in this edition! If you have been on our website lately, you have seen our new webcam! We are streaming live footage of downtown Macon! Now remember, Oct. 5th is the Homecoming Pa-
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rade so if you are stuck at work or home and can’t get to the parade, you can go to www.hpsouth.com and watch the parade right from our website! Now how great is that? If you are a subscriber all you have to do is log on to the website and register, you will be sent a login and password, it’s that easy! If you don’t have a subscription then WHY NOT??? To receive the Home Press South Edition mailed to your home, just send $35 for one year subscription to The Home Press 111 N. Rollins St., Macon, MO 63552 or better yet stop in and see us! Fall is just about here! My favorite time of the year! We already had Chili this week and a fire last night! I love the fall and all the signs of fall. Send us some of your “Fall is Falling” photos and we can place them on our new updated Facebook page! Until Next Week!
11 Kings 4:1-7 My husband is dead; and thou knows that thy servant did fear the Lord, the creditor is come to take my two sons to be a bondmen. In the passage the woman reminded Elisha that her husband was one of the 7000 prophets left who did not bow. And Elisha said unto her, “What shall I do for thee? tell me, what hast thou in the house”? And she said, “Thine handmaid hath not any thing in the house, save a pot of oil.” She is told to borrow as many vessels as she can. God’s help will start from the point of what we already have. There is great value in any thing brought to him. God multiplies what we have and uses what we give him for our miracle. There is nothing about us that is insignificant. In the hands of the master nothing or anyone is insignificant. These are things some
have done to serve God: Linda brings Bible verses to work. An older man gives umbrellas in the parking lot while it was raining. One brought just one rose and an offer to pray in the hospital rooms. Some in our church have joined the Gideon’s to help spread the word. Miracles come thru our service. The widow in the text has only one vessel of oil, but when she pours it into the empty vessel it does not run empty. One vessel of oil pays the debt; God used what the widow had. She had more than enough after she turned it over to God. The miracle tool is lifeless by it’s self, but when given to the master it becomes mighty. We need you and your tools. Come visit us, and we will encourage you in the service of the Lord. Ron Thomason Worship Center Pastor
Everyone enjoys trying new recipes. You may find something new to add to your weekly menu. We love to hear from our readers! Please submit your favorite recipe and we will publish it in one of our issues. Mail to Home Press South, PO Box 65, Bevier, MO 63532 Attn: Reader’s Kitchen
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La Plata School Menu September 24th - 28th Monday: Breakfast - Pancake on stick, cereal, fruit or juice and milk. Lunch - Chicken nuggets, broccoli w/ranch, sweet potato fries, pineapple and milk. Tuesday: Breakfast - Scrambled eggs, toast, fruit or juice and milk. Lunch - Sloppy Joes, pasta salad, applesauce, oatmeal cookie and milk. Wednesday: Breakfast - Muffin, ham, cereal, fruit or juice and milk. Lunch - Potato bar, cottage cheese, green beans, fresh fruit and milk. Thursday: Breakfast - Croissant sandwich, cereal, fruit or juice and milk. Lunch - Fish sticks, macaroni and cheese, lettuce salad, peaches and milk. Friday: Breakfast - Biscuits and gravy or biscuit and cereal, fruit or juice and milk. Lunch - Corndog, carrots and celery, pork ‘n beans, pears and milk.
1 unbaked 9 inch deep-dish pie crust 1 ½ cups sugar 3 heaping tablespoons cocoa Pinch of salt 5 ounces evaporated milk ¼ cup butter, melted 2 eggs, beaten 1 tsp. vanilla Preheat oven to 350 degrees F In a medium size bowl, whisk together sugar, cocoa, and salt. Add the evaporated milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Stir together until everything is completely combined. Pour the filling into your pie shell and bake for 45-50 minutes. Cover crust edge half way through baking to prevent over browning. Serve with vanilla ice-cream or Chantilly cream. (recipe below)
CHANTILLY CREAM 2 cups heavy cream ½ teaspoon vanilla ¼ cup powdered sugar Pour heavy cream into the bowl of a stand mixer, add the vanilla and sift in the powdered sugar. Whip on low speed to combine, then increase the speed to medium-high. Whip until medium-stiff peaks form, about 1 ½ minutes.
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From The Mayor’s Desk The City has recently installed two Caterpillar emergency generators that will serve as backup power if there should be an interruption of commercial power. Both generators are now running and the testing phase has begun. During this initial startup, it was discovered that the generators and commercial grids are not all synchronized. In order to correct this problem, synchronization requires changing the wiring configuration of the city’s power lines, which c an be accomplished in a timely manner. This is currently planned for sometime near the end of September and will require a complete shutdown in electrical service to all of the city for hopefully only a short while. This will likely be
MAYOR THOMPSON done in the early hours of the morning, probably on a Sunday, and all households will receive a mailed notice with all necessary information. So, when you receive it, pay attention to what it says. Any questions or potential problems can be addressed by contacting the city administrator at city hall.
La Plata City Administrator Perspective by Dickie Brown City ordinance authorizes a 50%-50% shared cost sidewalk replacement program. It appears that some of the residents may not be aware of the program. Each year the city’s budget earmarks $2,000 dollar for sidewalk replacement assistances. The following steps provide a summary of the sidewalk replacement policy. Submit a formal request to city hall for possible inclusion in the cost share program. A representative of the Board of Aldermen will assess the sidewalk to determine if it meets the eligibility criteria. Eligible projects will require two itemized bids.
Sidewalk replacement proposals will be presented to the Board of Aldermen for approval and prioritization. The Board of Aldermen’s decisions will be communicated to all sidewalk replacement applicants. Reimbursement will be authorized after the project is completed and a board representative conducts an inspection and approves payment. The cost share amount will generally be based on the lowest bid. A copy of the ordinance is available in city hall during normal business hours or you may contact the city administrator at 660-3327166.
Country Living By: Carrie Chiarottino knowing what he was going to do with the cocoa, but No one can complain about this past weekend’s how bad could it be chocolate was involved. In my weather. Ok, I’m sure someone complained. For mind it was like the powder you put in chocolate milk. most of us it was a welcomed cool down from this He had me come over to the sink and I saw him put summer’s horrendous heat. Fall is my favorite time of turn the water on and get his finger wet. Right then year (I know it isn’t here yet). I love everything about I was seeing question marks. ????? The next thing I it the pumpkins, Halloween, hayrides, campouts, and know he stuck his wet finger down into the cocoa and cool temperatures. Something about that combination smeared it on my face. I was about 10 years old or so of things is so relaxing to me. I love to be able to open and after him doing this over and over I couldn’t imagmy windows and allow the fresh ine what my face looked like. air into my house. Halloween is Then while smearing it on my a huge event to start off the fall nose and the cocoa starting to dry season. I love Halloween. I reI remember when we were on other parts of my face, which member when we were kids buywas making me want to itch. It kids buying those plastic ing those plastic suits that fit over happened he got some on my lip. our clothes with those hard plasSo I stuck my tongue out on my tic masks. Boy, costumes have suits that fit over our clothes lip because I thought it was like come a long way. Those costumes the powder you put in chocolate with those hard plastic were terrible of course we didn’t milk. So while Dad was looking know any better because that’s all masks. Boy, costumes have over his work on my face making we had. If it was hot outside the sure he had everything white covcome a long way. costume would make us hot and ered. I was making a face like I sweaty inside. If it was cold outhad just sucked on a lemon. Neiside the costume would get cold ther one of us knowing what bakand stiff. The mask would always build condensation er’s cocoa was. He said, “What’s wrong with you?” from vapor from our breath no matter what the tem- I told him to taste the cocoa. He was so surprised and perature was outside. One year I remember getting soon he had the face of eating lemons too. I went into ready to go trick or treating. We were all ready and the bathroom to see what I looked like. Dad came in set out to go to my great- grandma’s house in Bevier. there laughing and laughing. Telling me he had no Upon arrival we stood outside and knocked on the door idea they made chocolate that tasted so terrible and we (something we never did) as she answered my sister had to get through this night and we would go home and I shouted trick or treat. She put candy in our bags and wash it off. My sister tried it too and laughed and said, “Carrie, that’s not a great costume. Did you and laughed after she discarded the lemon face. My forget something?” After being a bit puzzled my Dad great-grandma didn’t say anything but she was laughrealized I forgot my mask. Not wanting to go back ing. She probably figured there was no reason to say home to get it. He knew he could come up with some- anything. I don’t even remember what I was for that thing else that would work. After looking the kitchen Halloween but I will always remember what my face over, he had an idea. I usually was skeptical when my looked and tasted like. I supposed it worked and that’s dad had an idea “That would work”. You just never what mattered. This would be my Dad’s defense. Its knew what it was going to be and this was one of those memories like this that makes me a little leery, skeptitimes. I walking into the kitchen to find him standing cal, and even worried when my Dad comes up with an there with a can labeled “cocoa”. I thought to myself, idea. That was my Life in the Country. hmmmm this may be one of his best ideas yet. Not
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FROM OUR READERS Dear Editor, 4 years ago Barack Obama ran for president vowing to fundamentally transform America if elected. Neither the media nor a euphoric electorate cared to ask what that meant at the time. Perhaps we’re ready to do so now. So, Obama wants to change the essential, basic and foundational form, nature and character of America. “What is the basic form/nature/character of America?” Webster doesn’t have an answer for that and almost everyone would have an opinion about it. But fortunately, we don’t have to rely on opinions. The answer to that question is spelled out clearly and concisely for us in the Declaration of Independence where it says; We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. That to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. The Founding generation so believed in these principles that they fought a war with the superpower of the day in order to be free to live them out. Having won that war, they then sought to codify the principles of the Declaration into a working form of government. The result of those efforts, The United States Constitution, then became the “supreme law of the land”, (see Article VI), and unprecedented freedom and prosperity have been the result. So back to Obama, why would he want to change that? It is because he is a “progressive”. That’s a nice sounding word but, what does it mean? Progressivism originated in America in the late 19th century and has as its organizing idea the belief that the Constitution of the United States is
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not adequate as a governing authority for a modern and “progressive” nation. Progressives, therefore, want to see the Constitution effectively repealed and replaced. So if Obama and his fellow progressives have their way, America will be transformed from a constitutional republic based on principles. But that begs the question, what would she be transformed into? Inasmuch as nature abhors a vacuum, something would have to fill the void. What would that be? We don’t have to guess about that either. Progressives are overwhelmingly socialist/ Marxist in their political philosophy. So, the New America that would emerge would be, at best, something on the order of the European model of Greece, Spain, France, etc… (One need only watch the evening news to see what the outcome of that would be, i.e., national bankruptcy and riots in the streets all brought on by the failure of government to fulfill the promises made to the people.) In the history of the world the only governing authority under which people have been able to live in freedom and enjoy virtually unlimited prosperity is the United States Constitution. Every other form of government ever proposed or practiced has ultimately been some form of tyranny. In November, if We The People vote to re-elect Barack Obama, by 2016 the progressive’s dreams will have come true because the Constitution will be toast and America will have been irrevocably and fundamentally transformed forever. Progressives believe they can make the world a better place by making government all-powerful. They are wrong. And that is not just an opinion. It is a fact. Now you know! Richard Cochran, La Plata, Missouri
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COMMUNITY NEWS Gabby Burns Receives First Place At 4-H State Fashion Revue Gabby Burns was awarded first place in the Junior Division at the 4-H State Fashion Revue in Columbia, MO Saturday, September 8th. Gabby was representing Clay County 4-H and is a member of the Golden Clovers Club in Liberty, MO. Gabby is 10 years old and the daughter of Rodney and Susan Burns of Kansas City, MO and the granddaughter of Linda Balfour, Bucklin, MO and Leroy Hanson and the late June Hanson of Buck-
lin, MO. Her A-Line sundress was made from an aqua sear sucker material accented with white straps and bows. She chose white shoes with a silver buckle and silver jewelry accented by a straw teal purse with white trim and a yellow flower. 122 girls were in attendance at the competition on Saturday ranging in age from 8 - 18 years of age. The girls were interviewed by a panel of judges that scored the girls based on the fit of the garment they made, poise and posture, interview skills and how the garment was accessorized. All participants attended two workshops while on the Mizzou campus. The workshops were in public speaking and
weight works. During theweight works workshop the girls stuffed weighted blankets that were donated to an organization that supports children with autism. Friends and family were invited to attend the fashion show in Jesse Auditorium on campus at the end of the day where awards were presented to the top five in each division. Linda Balfour, Ali Burns, Maddie Burns, Susan Burns and Leroy Hanson were in attendance for the fashion show and presentation of awards. Gabby received a gift certificate to J.C. Penney donated by the Missouri 4-H Foundation.
Gabby Burns models the dress and accessories that earned her a first place win at the 4-H State Fashion Revue in Columbia.
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160 Acres m/l. Macon Co. Farm, pasture, timber, 4 ponds. Evonne Baker 660-341-1785 MLS #16359 $304,000 110 Acres m/l. Adair Co. Deer & Turkey hunting. Can be split. Jerry Gillum 660-341-4451 MLS #14761 $203,870 60 Acres m/l. Putnam Co. Just east of Mercer/Putnam Co. line. Easy access from hard surfaced road. Ken Ziegler 660-342-5650 Can be split. MLS #16541 $120,000 36 Acres m/l. Sullivan Co. Beautiful wooded area with nice ridge top trail. Large oak and hickory trees. Roger Peecher 660-342-8855 MLS #15910 $100,000 16 Acres m/l in Sullivan Co. Natural deer crossing, pond, 10x16 cabin. Roger Peecher, owner/agent. 660-342-8855. MLS #15762 $37,000 94 Acres m/l in Schuyler Co. Open pasture, tillable, timber, pond, barn. Evonne Baker 660-341-1785. MLS #16066 $189,000 80 Acres in Sullivan Co., Deer & Turkey hunting. Good travel lanes, stocked pond. Roger Peecher 660-342-8855. MLS #15555 $175,000 107 Acres m/l in Putnam Co., Timber with harvestable trees, grassy ridgetop, pond. Ken Ziegler 660-342-5650 MLS #16644 $214,000
4 bed, 2 bath manufactured home anchored on concrete slab. Storm shelter & 12x24 building Call Jerry Weichlet 660-341-3605. MLS #16608 $24,900.
NEW LISTING: 3 bedroom, 2 bath with addition. 5 acres m/l with stocked pond. Carmen Stanton 660-216-4044. MLS #16919 $125,000
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BUILDING LOT: Located on East Side of LaPlata. Established trees, beautiful lot. Evonne Baker 660-341-1785. MLS #16513 $18,500
3 bed home on corner lot within walking distance to downtown. Charming French doors, wood flooring. Call Judy Williams 660-341-7182. MLS # 16667 $39,900
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Mercer Reunion Held A good time was had by all at the 78th Annual Mercer Reunion held at the La Plata Legion Hall on Sunday, September 2, 2012 with 25 relatives present to celebrate the “Back to School” Theme. The hostesses for this event were Pam (Grear) Schlotthauer, Kathy Grear, and Lenora Grear and they decorated the hall to simulate a school room. Everyone brought a covered dish or dessert. Pam Schlotthauer gave the welcome to the group and she continued our gathering by collecting the names from the relatives present of the number of educators in the Mercer clan. Following the dinner, the business meeting was called to order by Pam and she called on Kathy to read the minutes from the last meeting followed by counting the attending cousins. The only 1st cousin present was Blanche Meeks. There were seven 2nd cousins attending – Lorene Calderone, Shirley Matticks, Carmaleta Teel, Barb Maitland, Jane Spann, Chris Stone, and Becky Hall. The 3rd cousins took the prize for the most relatives attending with ten present that included Neal Matticks, Gwen Gash, Kathy Grear, Pam Schlotthauer, Christy Grear Bohnet, Nancy Schreiner, Danny Teel, Allison Spann, Paul Spann, and Pete Teel; and there was only one 4th cousin present - Seth Bohnet. With no 5th cousins to count, the group decided to include the “out-laws” in the mix of relatives that completed our total attendance with Lenora Grear, Mary Teel, Steve Spann,
Margie Calderone, Merl Matticks, and Lowell Schreiner. Pictures were taken of all groups and when we put these people into their descendent categories, there were 8 descendents from Jim Mercer, 10 descendents from Henry Mercer, and 7 descendents from Emory Mercer. Lenora Grear then was called upon to hand out the prizes for the Oldest, Youngest, and Furthest Traveled relative in attendance. Lorene Calerone took the eldest prize by being 90 years young. Our youngest relative was Allison Spann at a mere 15 years with Seth Bohnet from Las Vegas and Neal Matticks from New York tying for the relative that traveled the farthest to be at the reunion. The following births, deaths, and marriages for the year were reported: A daughter Chloe Marie Evans was born on May 10, 2010 to Mikeala Holman, and is the granddaughter of Rebecca CalderoneGood, great-granddaughter of Pete & Margie Calderone, and great-great granddaughter of Lorene Calderone. A son Lucas Antonio Teel was born on January 12, 2012 to Jeffrey & Gabriel Teel, and is the grandson of David & Judy Teel, and great grandson of Carmaleta Mercer Teel. A daughter Brecklyn Elizabeth Schreiner was born on April 19, 2012 to Lee & Courtney Schreiner, and is the granddaughter of Lowell and Nancy Teel Schreiner, and great granddaughter of Carmaleta Mercer Teel. Joan Fay Dunlap Hendricks died on September 20, 2011 the daughter of Cleo Mer-
The family of Lucile Bissey wishes to express sincere appreciation for your expressions of love and sympathy. Special thanks to Travis Funeral Chapel, Pastor Scott Grogg, John Gorham, Carolyn Turner, and La Plata Class of ‘74. We were blessed to have the care and kindness of special individuals: Jeanine Murrie, Sheila Lyons, Kathy Chapel, Elona Martin, as well as the staff at the La Plata Nursing Home and Dr. Jamie Kauffman.
Ken and Deb Bissey Mel and Nancy Bissey John and Marilyn Green Brenda Bissey Ron and Pam Bissey Dorothy and Brian Powell
cer Dunlap. Wilsey Gene Grear died on September 28, 2011 the son of Hazel Mercer Grear Thomas. Dominic Calerone died on October 31, 2011 the husband of Lorene Calderone. Thomas Hendricks died on December 14, 2011 the husband of Joan Fay Dunlap Hendricks. New Business included the discussion of concluding the reunion in 2014 which would mark 80 years of gathering on the Labor Day weekend for the Mercer relatives. Suggestions were noted and Barb Maitland will be executing a Face book page titled MERCER1934 to keep everyone updated as to future plans. With the death of our Secretary Gene Grear it was suggested and approved that Christy Grear Bohnet, his daughter, be allowed to continue with her Dad’s duties and be the designated Secretary for the group. A collection was taken to defray the cost of renting the Legion Hall and the remaining monies were placed in the Murray Cemetery Fund at the La Plata Bank. Our next reunion will be held at noon on September 1, 2013 at the Legion Hall with Christy Grear Bohnet to be the Hosts for the 79th Annual Mercer Reunion. Christy suggested the theme to be a 60’s-70’s Disco/TyeDye. Attending from out of town were Kathy Grear and Pam Schlotthauer from Omaha, NE, Jane, Steve, Allison and Paul Spann from Atlanta, GA, Chris Stone from Wentzville, MO, Becky Hall from Columbia, MO, Seth Bohnet from Las Vegas, NV, Christy Bohnet from Ankeny, IA, Lorene Calderone from Galesburg,IL, Pete & Margie Teel from Victoria, IL, Carmeleta Teel from Marceline, MO, Barb Maitland from Cedar Rapids, IA, Lowell and Nancy Schreiner from Marceline, MO, Danny & Mary Teel from Bucklin, MO, Neal Matticks from New York, NY and Gwen Gash from Dallas, TX. Those attending from La Plata, MO were Blanche Meeks, Lenora Grear, and Merl & Shirley Matticks.
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CELEBRATIONS Hettinger-Becker To Wed
GABE HETTINGER AND STEPHANIE BECKER Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Hettinger of La Plata, Missouri would like to announce the impending marriage of their son Gabe Hettinger, to Stephanie Becker, daughter of Paul and Bonnie Becker of Macon, Missouri. Mr. Hettinger is in the Army National Guard and is an electronic integrated systems repairman working on apache attack helicopters at
Whiteman Airforce Base. Ms. Becker, a graduate of Truman State University, is an accountant at Preferred Family Healthcare in Kirksville, Missouri. The wedding will be on Saturday, October 13, 2012 at 2:30pm at Immaculate Conception Church in Macon, Missouri. Dinner and dance will follow at Silver Rails Event Center in La Plata, Missouri.
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ALICIA ZIBUNG AND MICHAEL LUKEN Alicia Zibung and Michael Luken are pleased to announce their engagement. Alicia Zibung is the daughter of the late Betty Zibung and granddaughter of the late Leland & Mae McGandy, all of La Plata, Missouri. Michael is the son of Ken Luken of Iola, Kansas and the late Jackie Luken of Moran, Kansas. Alicia graduated from La Plata R-II in 2002, and Truman State University in 2007 with a degree in Accounting. She is employed
at Ray’s Metal Depot Recycling Center and Auto Salage in LaHarpe, Kansas and also at J & J Accounting in Humboldt, Kansas. Michael graduated from Marmaton Valley in 1994 in Moran, Kansas. He is employed at Bolling’s Meat Market in Iola, Kansas. Their wedding will be September 22, 2012 at 4:00pm at The Fellowship Regional Church in Iola, Kansas. The couple invites you to watch the ceremony live at myflock.com/
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COMMUNITY NEWS 90th Annual McDuffee Family Reunion Held
It was a wonderful day for the McDuffee Family at their 90th annual reunion. Ninety-four people representing 15 clans attended the event hosted at Aaron & Erica Baker’s home north of Atlanta. One hundred fifty flyers were sent and a special effort was launched to get at least 90 people there for the 90th reunion. The weather was perfect for the McDuffee log cabin tour and the Shiloh Cemetery tour which came before the evening carry-in meal. Aaron Baker, Bill Truitt, Sharon Pennington, and Linda Truitt planned this special event. After an afternoon of visiting and a wonderful meal, group pictures were taken and each clan leader introduced members of their family who were present. The children were taken on a hay ride and the evening was capped with fireworks. The following 94 people attended: Aaron& Erica Baker, Bella & Brody, Bill & Suzanne Truitt, Will & Savannah, Sharon Pennington, Ashlea & Christina, Daron & Brandy Baker, Aislynn & Owen,
Bob & Cathy Baker, Bob & Alma Baker, Mary Francis & Recil K. Skinner, Recil L. Skinner, John & Joan Perry, George & Mary Perry, Cathy Harvey, Blaine & Judy Harvey, Mary & Sonny Sears, Marla & Sara Alberts, Delight Plewa, David & Betty McDuffee, Tammy & Cary Lewis, Beca & Duncan, Kay Watson, Don & Sue Cosby, Shirley & Wayne Terell, Elizabeth & Jim Grimshaw, Tim Grimshaw & Riley, Herschel & Linda Palmer, Tyler Palmer, Alicia Palmer, Kaitlyn & Archer, Chantelle & Jonny Bonnstetter & Clark, Lori Kurzejeski, Meghan Hayes, Isabella Secundino, Lisa Swafford, Terry McDuffee & Cheryl Cox, Vicki & Norman Garton, Charles Morse, Janet Turnbough, John & Diane Morgan, Lindsey Davis, Shanna Watson & Maya, Ronnie & Sue Harvey, Evelyn Falls, Clyde Burch, Gina, Jeff, Natalee, Leah, Jaydon & Kylee Xander, Holly Beall, Robin Carter, Elizabeth, Avery, & Eli, Sharon Palmer & Joseph Newins, Willow Miller, Jack & Linda Truitt.
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American Legion and Auxiliary Meets The American Legion and Auxiliary met August 22, 2012 for a dinner meeting at 7pm. Meeting was called to order by Commander George Ritenour. Pledges given in unison. John Becker gave prayer and blessing after which a delicious meal was enjoyed be all. Guests were Travis Small and Aaron Thomas that had attended Boys State. They both gave very interesting reports on their week there. Others attending were Susan Thomas, Matilda Small, Ben Caylor, Oren Mock. Kenny Wright, Charlie Thompson, Tom Burton, Ambrose Williams, Bob and Alma Baker, Walt and Marie Gladbach, Mary Ritenour, Debie Becker, Ed and Linda Swinney, David Johnson, Leland Collins, Clyde Burch, Verna Buck,
Mary Beale, Laura Smith, Mary Plumlee, Margaret Kincaid, Gary and Betty Floyd, Jean Naughton, Wanda Sederwall. Next meeting will be September 26th with a meal at 7 pm with ham being furnished and ladies bringing side dishes. Girls Staters are invited to give their reports. John Buck Walter of Kirksville will be present to install officers for next year. Ben Caylor was winner of 50/50 Northeast Missouri Car Club Members of the Northeast Missouri Car Club met August 18, 2012 at Peter’s Lake near Edina. Attending were John and Sherrie Hays, Larry and Cheryl Hayes, Don and Debbie Crim, Bob and Karen and Mya Huffman, Ruth Tague, Richard and Sharron Burns, Don and Toni Mitten, Dennis and Pam Carbocci, Ewing and
92nd Birthday Celebration Caryle Carter of rural LaPlata celebrated his 92nd birthday on Monday, September 3. About 40 members of his family, including his sister Marjorie Weber of Kirksville and Mary Cassady of Jeffereson City, met for a noon meal at Mike Carter’s home.
Louise Dean, Del Tollenar, Marge and R.L. Redmon, Caroyln Snow, Bobby and Wanda Hartsock, Richard Mc Collum, Crystal Douglas, Dan Duryre, Jeannie Davis, Robert and Ella Owings, Francis Frazier, John and Pat Lee, Curt and Karla Devan, Mike ad Lisa Kriegel. La Plata Tops Meet TOPS MO #877 La Plata met Tuesday, September 11th at 6:00 p.m. in the La Plata Christian Church fellowship hall with nine members weighing in. Gail led the meeting. We are glad Nancy is back. We opened with our TOPS and KOPS pledges and sang the “TOPS Rededication Song“, led by Karen C. Roll call was “did you lose weight, did you journal and what do you remember about 9-11”? Best TOPS loser was Karen C. with Gail as runner up. Best KOPS loser was Barbara G. Runner up was Veva, who stayed the same. Everyone has ordered their MO877 La Plata t-shirts. Gail read a letter of resignation from our Area Coordinator, Nita Blaser. Janet will have the results of our “Summer Contest” next week. Our “Dime Contest” is still going. Nancy will have the program next week. Our weekly challenge is to eat 4 different vegetables (no starchy ones) during the week. We closed with the “TOPS Goodnight Song”, led by Karen C. Anyone interested in visiting or joining TOPS is welcome. Please call Gail at (660) 651-3025 for more information.
My name is Philip Prewitt. I am the Associate Circuit Judge of Macon County and a candidate for Circuit Judge of Macon and Shelby Counties. Judge Hadley Grimm retired last year and I am running to fill his position. I am the best person to be your next Circuit Judge because of my experience,background and conservative principles. Experience: I am the only elected Circuit level judge in Macon County. Before I was elected, I had over 18 years experience as a lawyer handling cases in both federal and state court. I operated my own law firm for 12 of those years and was a lawyer in the military for 8 years. Before becoming a military lawyer, I was an armor and transportation officer for 10 years. Background: I was born and raised in north Missouri. I received myundergraduate and law degrees from Washington University in St. Louis. I am a lifetime member of the NRA and a former Commissioner of the Missouri Veterans Commission. I am active in the Macon United Methodist Church, the Masonic Lodge, Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs, and am married with two children. Conservative Principles: I believe the legal process should be the same for everyone regardless of who your attorney is or who you are related to. I believe judges should follow the law as written. I believe when a person isconvicted of a crime, there should be a real penalty for each and every crime. I am a tough and hard-working conservative judge who has had extensive legal, military, and business experience. If you want someone like this for your Circuit Judge, please vote for Philip Prewitt in November. WWW.PREWITT4JUDGE.COM Paid for by Friends of Philip Prewitt, Tony Faught, Treasurer.
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COMMUNITY NEWS LHS Class Of 1967 Celebrates 45th Reunion Labor Day Weekend
The LHS Class of 1967 started off their 45th class reunion on Saturday, September 1st, 2012 with a breakfast held at the Red Rooster in La Plata with forty class members and guests in attendance. Pictured above are front row – Jack Beale of of Higginsville; Terry Hunsaker of Kirksville; Harold Collins of La Plata; and Ken Bissey of Labadie - middle row – Peggy (Stephenson) Foster of La Plata; Brenda (Barrett) Smith of La Plata; Betty (Tipton) Ross of Atlanta; Linelle (Vaughn) Collins of La Plata; Lois (Pinson) Bragg of La Plata; and Judy (Sees) Hiles of Bettendorf, IA - back row – Wayne Bailey of Kirksville; Cliff Smith of Montgomery, IL; Gary Tuttle of Macon; Mike
Bricker of Springdale, AR; Larry Shaver of Bevier; Gary Shaver of Callao; Randy Easley of Elmer; Mike Moore of La Plata; Frank Curtis of La Plata; Merle Davis of Atlanta; John Gorham of La Plata; Paul Perry of La Plata; Stan Doss of Topeka, KS; and Jerald Brokaw of La Plata. Not pictured but in attendance for some of the events were Kay (Lofblom) Munn, of Colleyville, TX; Tom Cupp of La Plata; and Randy Pollock of Columbia. Larry Shaver, Gary Shaver, and Mike Bricker didn’t graduate with the class but were invited as special guests along with several others that were unable to attend. There were forty-one members in the LHS graduating class with thirty-nine still living. Those members that have passed on are Patty (Naughton) Dimmitt and Bobby (Hamilton) Gunnels. Guests present for the breakfast were Pat (Chaney) Beale, Billie Hunsaker, Debbie Bissey, Cosson Ross, Dean Hiles, Julie Smith, Jody Bricker, Kathy Shaver, Gloria Shaver, Leisa Easley, Debbie Gorham, Kathy (Mossbarger) Perry, Sharon Doss, Sue Brokaw, and Loren Munn. Saturday afternoon, several of the same group met at the rural La Plata home of Harold and Linelle (Vaughn) Collins to spend the afternoon
visiting. Several of the classmates and guests then joined in the Soybean Festival events in town that evening. On Sunday afternoon, twenty-four of the same group met at the home of Lois (Pinson) Bragg for lunch and more reminiscing. They were joined by classmate, Tharen (Gunnels) Skjeveland of La Plata, and guests, Jorgan Skjeveland, Cindy (Williams) Moore, and David Christy for a total of twenty-eight in attendance . A telephone call of regret that he was unable to attend was received on Sunday afternoon from Mike Van Hara of La Plata and he just wanted his classmates to know that he was thinking of them. During the Labor Day Parade, several of the group rode on a float furnished by Jerald and Sue Brokaw and were joined by another classmate, Tom Cupp of La Plata. After the parade, they enjoyed visiting with yet another classmate, Randy Pollock of Columbia who had provided his convertible for one of the Former Queen Soyas. Many of the group stated that this was the first time that so many of the 1967 graduates had been together since graduation and they all agreed that it had been a very enjoyable weekend with many old memories being shared and new ones being made.
Macon County OATS Volunteer Support Committee Meets The Macon County OATS Volunteer Support Committee met Monday, August 20 at 10:00 a.m. in the Northeast Regional Office at 3006 Jim’s Road, Macon. Coffee and cookies were provided by the OATS staff prior to the meeting. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson, Mary Clark, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll call was taken by Secretary, Kathy Vivian, followed by the reading of the minutes from July 16. The financial report was given by Mary Clark. There were 15 volunteers present as well as Steven Russon, OATS driver.
OLD BUSINESS - The trip for Jamesport Heritage Days was finalized for Sat., September 22. The OATS bus will leave Macon at 8:00 a.m. and return about 6:00 p.m. Trips were also planned for Friday, October19, to Rutledge and Arbela for shopping and dinner, and for Thursday, November 15 to Boonville. All OATS trips are open to the public. Anyone interested in the trips is asked to call Norma Benson at 660-385-7734 or the OATS office at 800-6546287. NEW BUSINESS - A nominating committee comprised of Kathy Vivian and Betty Smith was appointed for the
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COMMUNITY NEWS Bucklin Legion Post Honors 9-11 Patriot’s Day Members of The American Legion Green Hills Post 57, to honor the victims of the 9-11-2001 attack on the World Trade Twin Towers handed out stick flags to all students, staff, and faculty at the Bucklin R-II School on 9-11-12. Larry Kinnison, Post 57 Vice Commander stated, “So often tragic events lose their importance though passage of time. As military veterans we cannot let our children forget we must be vigilant.� PHOTO LEFT TO RIGHT: Bucklin Legionnaires hand out United States flags in memory of 9-11-01 Patriot’s Day. Larry Kinnison Post 57 Vice Commander, Jim Kosman, and Leighton Reid Post 57 Chaplain.
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Pictured are the new officers for the La Plata Lions club for the year 2012-2013:. Duane Turner, 2nd Vice President: John Becker, Secretary; Robert Wheeler, President; Gary Cunninghanm, 1st Vice President; Richard Burns, Tail Twister. Absent from the picture is Don Miller, Treasurer. The Lion club meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. They sponsor the Leo Club, La Plata High School Students, have eye glass collections, sponsor Girl and Boy State candidates, support the Missouri Eye Bank and the Leader Dog program.
Nutrition Site Menu Rogers Takes First September 24th - 28th, 2012 660.665.9163 Monday, September 24th Chicken wings, broccoli rice casserole, corn on cob, banana bread, cookie and milk. Tuesday, September 25th Ham with pineapple, sweet potatoes, mixed vegetables, bread, gingerbread with topping and milk. Wednesday, September 26th Swiss steak, wax beans, corn salad, bread, pears and milk. Thursday, September 27th Pork roast, mashed potatoes with gravy, peas and carrots, hot rolls, peaches and milk. Friday, September 28th Tuna casserole, lettuce salad, fruit cocktail, French bread, brownie and milk.
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Steve Rogers of Macon won 1st place in the Cross Road Cruisers car show, motorcycle class, with his 2001 Honda Shadow. Steve is the photographer for the Long Branch AARP Chapter # 5450.
Ask Captain Comfort Honor Flight Riders Recent events locally and worldwide have compelled me to take a little turn on our regular theme. Patriotism and pride in our country, military, and our veterans is always very strong in our community but there are events and certain times of the year that galvanize Americans and cause such a swell of pride it leaks out in tears. There’ve been a couple of these events over the last week, so Captain Comfort is taking a backseat this time. First, let’s keep the young soldier visiting from Ft. Bragg as one of the Golden Knights in our prayers. Before the Kirksville Air Show on Sunday, he and another teammate were struck by a car on their bicycles during a physical training ride. He is a shining star, the finest example our Army has to offer, who has fought for us on deployments far, far away from Kirksville. It is our turn to fight for him, and prayers for this young man, the doctors, and the technology to heal this soldier are definitely in order. Secondly, I was invited to ride with some 700 other motorcyclists to escort the Honor Flight back to Columbia last week and it was one of the most moving events I have ever participated in. “Central Missouri Honor Flight� is a non-profit organization created in 2009 to celebrate our veterans and to express our gratitude for their sacrifice during military service. Thanks to this organization, over 1,000 veterans have been able to visit Washington, D.C. to visit the beautiful monuments and memorials dedicated to their wars. Dedicated to each one of them. These trips are “built� around our aging veterans and are fully equipped to handle the mobility and medical needs of these men and women who all came back changed or challenged in some way.
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It’s an amazing organization that ensures these veterans know we remember, and that we are still grateful. The ride itself was a little intimidating at first because the busses and their precious cargo don’t arrive to Columbia till the late evening hours. The riders rallied at a truck-stop in Kingdom City. We began arriving around 8:30 and the bikes just kept coming, and coming! After the Pledge of Allegiance and the Blessing of the Bikes we lined up and waited for the “2 mile warning�. As the two mammoth busses passed, the Honor Flight Riders fell in behind, then pulled ahead in a miles long parade to the hotel that completed their trip. We each rode under an enormous American flag at the entry to the hotel and there were hundreds of people gathered to bring these men and women home, as there had been on every overpass and highway ramp along the route. There were bagpipers playing the fight songs of each military branch, young men and old men to help the travelers, flags, and tears. Lots and lots of tears as members of “the greatest generation� emerged happy but exhausted from their whirlwind day. We rode every kind of bike imaginable, and we came from all walks of life; every age group, “race�, income level, and profession was represented, unified for these old soldiers. Through all those differences shone the brightest thread that tied us all together, woven by the men and women we waited on. We are all Americans. We all owe the privilege of looking and being different to the freedoms these veterans defended so many years ago and the soldiers who carry the flag today. We thank you for your service and the privilege of bringing you home, from the bottom of our rumbling hearts.
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Mark Meighan, originally from North Ireland, is a 5th degree Master level in Youn Wha Ryu (yun-wa-roo), a style of Tae Kwon Do. He has been training for 25 years and teaching for 20 years. In addition, his wife Natalie, who has a higher rank, also teaches. They opened Macon Martial Arts School 10 years ago this week and loves being a part of the community. Mark and Natalie take part in charities every year and do their part to support the communities. “There are many benefits to Martial Arts”, says Mark, including physical fitness, self-defense, confidence building, and goal setting. While martial arts is a form of self-defense, people are trained not to use it and their motto is “Never Give Up.” The school in Macon is located at 127 Vine Street, and Mark also teaches in Linn, Randolph, Boone, Chariton and
Monroe counties as well as in Kansas City. The average time it takes to go from beginner to black belt is three to four years depending on the students dedication. Black belt is considered advanced level but not expert as most believe. There are 9 “Stripes” to earn after receiving a black belt. “That’s when the fun really starts!” said Mark. The average cost is $45 per month and the student may train in any of the other schools across the country. New students are welcome at any time and come in all shapes and sizes. Mark says that every student, no matter what age and no matter how long they train, gets something out of it. “Once you train in martial arts, it’s something you will never forget.” For more information call (888)5827077.
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Butch Coleman Memorial Tournament
The Bevier “Double Ringers” horseshoe club held their first “Butch Coleman Memorial” Tournament at their pits in Bevier on Saturday, September 8, 2012. With over 32 pitchers attending including individuals and clubs from Clarence and Mexico. The day was a success with drawings throughout and Hamburgers and Hotdogs on the grill. Following are the results of the tournament. A Class Winners: 1st place Larry McAfee; 2nd place Wade Liebhart; 3rd place Junior Nute
B Class Winners: 1st place Robin Hendrix; 2nd place Kent Tate; 3rd place Josh Hendrix C Class Winners: 1st place Dakota Nute; 2nd place Jasmine Greenwood; 3rd place Hunter Isgrig Hillbilly Horseshoe Champion: Damon Bauchman Drawing winners: 22 cal. Rifel donated by Shelmadine Auto was won by Wade Liebhart Set of Horseshoes and case donated by NHPA was won by George Cress
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The Atlanta Hornets played the Brashear Tigers on their field, giving the Tigers the home advantage on Tuesday, September 11th. However the Tigers fell to the Hornets with a score of 16 to 4. Several Hornets had a good game at the plate with Garrett West 2-5 2R
HR 3RBI, Dylan Hruska 1-5 3R RBI K, Lance Weber 4-5 3R 2B 3RBI 2SB, Ethan Baker. 0-3 R K BB, Marty Halley. 1-3 R 2RBI 2BB SB, Tagan Brookhart 0-4 R RBI SB, Collan Thrasher 2-4 2R K SB, Chase Wait 0-4 K SB, Lane Waddle 1-4 3R RBI K and Korbin Gunnels 0-1.
La Plata Softball Results by Coach Ken Jett On September 11th La Plata played Bevier in a conference game going 12 innings. Taylor Snodgrass hit a home run to tie it all up 2-2. With teams exchanging 2 run innings in the 10th when Taylor Snodgrass hits another home run and the 11th where they exchange 2 runs again.
In the top of the 12th Molly Safley, Erin Boren and Tyra Douglas get base hits and scored 4 runs to put it away. . On September 14th the girls played Cairo at La Plata. Cairo girls jumped out with 12 hits in the first 2 innings and La Plata was unable to recover losing 2-17. Cairo just hitting to well drops La Plata to 8-6 overall.
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Gifford Items
by Sharron Burns
Our nighttime temperatures have been in the 50’s, and up to 70low 80’s during the day. 3/10 inch of rain came on Thursday. The farmers have been shelling corn. The beans are starting to turn. The cooler temperatures remind us that fall is on the way. Christy Bristow and Dillon Huddleston, Nikisha, Brooklyn and Kady Couch were Sunday supper guests of Connie and David Gunnels. Eva Gallagher of Washington, Iowa spent Friday thru Sunday with Marilyn Sinnock. Saturday Eva Gallagher, Marilyn Sinnock, Terry Hill of Auvausse, Jim Hill of Clarence, Reverend Vernon and Meta Maggart, Dave and Roxanna Maggart of St. Joseph had lunch with Carolyn Hill in Clarence. The Friends for La Plata Preservation met Monday evening in La Plata Library. Tanner Schultz visited Linda and Gary Pyle recently. Monty Mac Ray and Matt Easley visited Sunday with Gary and Linda Pyle. Oklahoma Indians 4-H club met Tuesday evening at La Plata Baptist Family Life Center.
Richard Burns and Melvin Bissey attended Camp Sharon at Gravois Mills, Missouri on Saturday. Atalpal II Club met Thursday at the home of Becky Mohan. Ron Fry amd Floyd Sanders were Saturday evening guests of Ronda and Steve VanHara. Ed and Madeline Manigold of Austin, Texas were visitors of Karen and Walter Manigold this week. They also attended the Red Barn event in Kirksville Saturday. Richard and Sharron Burns met Amy Burns in Columbia Friday evening to visit and enjoy supper together. Gary and Linda Pyle celebrated Gary’s birthday by dining in Kirksville. The Village of South Gifford held its monthly meeting this past week. They discussed the upcoming Chariton River Bike Rally Friday through Sunday in Gifford. It will include a Poker Run from Gifford to New Boston, New Cambria, Bevier, La Plata and back to Gifford. There will be a hog roast, carriage rides and music in the park. Gary and Linda Pyle enjoyed hearing Mo Bandy and Gene Watson at Lake of the Ozarks recently.
Elmer News
by Pam Burris
Elmer Baptist Church had 20 in attendance for church on Sept. 9 and Pastor Zach Vicars spoke from Eph. 6:10-24. Pastor Zach and Amy Vicars of Kirksville; Phil and Sarah Sanders and Dean and Pam Burris attended the Thousand Hills
Baptist Association Annual meeting and supper on Sept. 9 at First Baptist Kirksville along with 120+ people. The speaker for the worship hour was Michah Fries, Senior Pastor of Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church in St. Joseph.
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Elmer Baptist Church had 13 in attendance for fellowship supper and business meeting Wednesday night. A nice crowd attended the Elmer Reunion on Saturday, September 15 and the weather was lovely. Dean and Pam Burris attended worship service at Primera Iglesia Bautista Church in Milan on Saturday night. Pastor Zach Vicars from Elmer Baptist Church preached that night. Andrew Turner of Kirksville, a friend of Pastor Zach attended too. Elmer Baptist Church had 18 for Sunday school and 19 for worship service on Sunday, September 16.
Pastor Zach scripture was from Math. 24: 1-14 about the end times and will be talking on this subject for the next 5 weeks. Elmer Baptist Church had their mission study on Sunday afternoon with 4 in attendance. Next month we will have it right after church on Oct. 21. All are welcome. SATISFIED 2012 A revival for the Community of Elmer will be held Sunday, September 30-Wednesday, October 3 at 6 p.m. in the Elmer City Park. There will be food, worship and spiritfilled preaching. All are welcome.
Atlanta News
by Marsha Hammons
Women Council met September 12 at Atlanta Christian for their annual salad supper and meeting with 20 ladies present. Barbara Slaughter asked the blessing for the meal. Hostess, Mae Graham decorated the tables and gave door prizes. Officers for the new year are President-Barbara Slaughter, Vice President-Carolyn Read, Secretary-Marsha Hammons, TreasurerLinda Phillips, and Corresponding secretary- Dawn Moore. Gifts of gratitude were given to Dolores Harpster for serving as treasurer for several years and to out going president of 2 years, Dawn Moore. Gits were also given to incoming officers and all those present. Shelby County Christian Assembly Women’s Retreat will be held September 14 and 15 with eight women planning to attend. Saints in Action Day at Central Christian College of the Bible will be held September 20. Shiloh Christian Children’s Ranch will hold an open house on September 22. The Wom-
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en’s Council will send $20 to each of our 7 college students. Lisa Nuhn gave a VBS report. The attendance ranged from 22-33 kids. $108 was collected for the VBS mission, Matt Weldy of Pioneer Bible Translators. NEMO Family Fellowship meeting will be held at Atlanta Christian Church on Oct. 4. We are to furnish pies. October is Minister Appreciation month. It was decided that it would be more meaningful if individuals would send cards of appreciation instead of giving one monetary gift as a group. On October 6 a walk to end Alzheimer fund raiser will be held at Long Branch Lake. Trunk or Treat will be held in the city park on October 28. The youth group will have a fund raiser soup supper at that time. Prayer requests were given and Ruth Sullivan led in prayer. Dawn Moore Carolyn Read gave devotions with a narration about trusting in God instead of complaining. Dawn also read Galatians 6:10 and Second Corinthians 13:11. Barbara Slaughter closed the meeting with prayer. Women’s Retreat The 25th annual SCCA Women’s Retreat was held September 14 and 15 at Shelby Christian Assembly near Clarence. Speaker for the weekend was Karen Dye of Jefferson City. She spoke on the theme of Peace in the Home. Karen has a radio program on Spirit FM 90.7 in Kirksville and a TV show, Courageous Heart. Courageous Heart is aired on Thursdays on Direct TV Channel 369 and Dish Network Channel 267. Those from Atlanta Christian Church who attended all or part of the retreat were: Barbara Slaughter, Dolores Harpster, Dawn Moore, Crystal Baker, Barbara Grubins, Carolyn Read, Sarah Brands, and Marsha Hammons. Larry Fletcher visited Basil Hammons Wednesday night.
Julie Kay and Sheridan Howe and Jacie Hammons and Josie visited Basil Hammons Friday night. Jacie and Josie stayed overnight with Basil and Marsha. Last Sunday Stephanie and Sam Marsh, Kelton, Colt, McKaylynn and Samantha of New Cambria visited Lynn and Mary Carnahan for Grandparent’s Day. Bianca Carnahan of Moberly spent the weekend with Lynn and Mary Carnahan recently. Wayne and Elizabeth Beeson went to Branson
for 3 days with the Atlanta Class of 1957 of which Wayne was a member. Mae Graham and Rhoda Graham went to Moberly Wednesday. Dustin Magers spent Friday with Rhoda Graham and Mae Graham. Wayne and Elizabeth Beeson attended Grandparent’s Day in Salem for Cooper Beeson. Shirley Harpster of Kansas City and Dolores Harpster attended the 50th Wedding Anniversary celebration for Bill and Mary Beldon of Clarence. Dolores is Bill’s sister.
Clarence Care Ctr. Doug Beldon, Tim Harvey, and Cathy Carothers led Church services for the residents and their guests Sunday morning. Cathy played the piano. Those attending were Norma Latimer, Blanche Hoffman, Geneva Oliver, Jim Hill, Lawrence Rice, Helen Griswold, Dorothy Dee Daniel, Grace Killen, Dolores White, Marilyn Stockmann, Mary Gertrude Edwards, Frances Browne, and Birdie Judd. This afternoon, Bill Bevan was here to read to the residents. Monday morning, it was back to school for the residents! Holly hosted a Spelling Bee and the champion speller was Blanche Hoffman. This afternoon, we welcomed our much loved Bingo Volunteers back! Delores Burmeister, Helen Sinklear, Linda Barton, Shirley Kidwell, and Mary Lee Gingrich brought lots a great prizes for the residents as they played their favorite game. Those playing were Marion Bryant, Larry Vaughn, Glenn Wallace, Darrell McDowell, Bob Rhoten, Geneva Oliver, Norma Latimer, Mary Gertrude Edwards, Mary Jane Rainey, Donave Still, Mildred Walter, Blanche Hoffman, Grace Killen, Dolo-
res White, Dorothy Dee Daniel, Helen Griswold, Marilyn Stockmann, and Jaunita Garner, The grand prize winners were Glenn, Blanche, and Mildred. Holly and the residents played the Nintendo Wii Tuesday morning. Alex Craigg shared his Wii game, Deer Drive, for everyone to practice their shooting skills. After lunch, Vernon and Holly took Mildred Walter, Cruse Ratliff, Bob Rhoten, Dolores White, Donave Still, Geneva Oliver, Grace Killen, Mary Jane Rainey, and Clarence Mueller on a bus ride around town for Yard of the Month. The recent rains have made the yards much greener and prettier. Thursday was Spa Day! The residents always look forward to this day of pampering. Holly went room to room and offered manicures and massages. The residents played Bingo this afternoon. Everyone won prizes and the grand prize winners were Lois Schwanke, Marilyn Stockmann, and Norma Latimer. We would like to thank the Family of Pauline Wood, Carla Koontz, and Wanda Hustead for their recent donations to the Care Center. Have a wonderful week!
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COMMUNITY NEWS Farmer’s Wife Paige Carroll, Brie and Micah of Plano, Iowa were recent weekend guests of David and Patsy Eitel. While David Carroll and Caleb attended a church meeting in Kansas City. Monty Eitel of Manhattan, Kansas spent from Friday through Monday with David and Patsy Eitel. Christine Bohnet of Ankeny, Iowa and Seth Bohnet of Las Vegas were Labor Day weekend guests of Lenora Grear. Neal Matticks of New York and Gwen Gash of Dallas, Texas were Labor Day weekend guests of Merl and Shirley Matticks. Also visiting were Barbara Maitland of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Jay and Toni Matticks and Chase. Recent visitors of Marteena Gunnels have been Nancy Heck, Marge Stow of Macon and Jim Hogenson of Ethel. Sunday dinner guests of Verna Buck were Bobby Buck, Eddie Buck, Mike Buck, Bobbi Hamlin, WR and Barbara Buck, Nancy and Eva and a foreign exchange student. Pat Thomas of Kiln, Mississippi returned home Tuesday, September 6th after spending the Labor Day weekend with Jerry and Peggy Thomas and family. Reverend and Mrs. Carl Helm of Merriam, Kansas spent from Tuesday through Thursday with Jerry and Peggy Thomas. Leland Collins, Alma Baker, Wanda Sederwall,
Dora Lovingier and Verna Buck assisted with Bingo Friday at the La Plata Nursing Home. Tom Ruttinger and Kenny Shaffer joined Red Roberts for music Tuesday afternoon at La Plata Nursing Home. Duane Chrisman, Carl Campbell, Ray Kirkpatrick and Dean and Barbara Green joined them on Thursday evening. Also visiting were Dolores Davis, Susan Calef, Oscar Shaffer, Linda Montgomery, Herman Truitt, Joan Chrisman and several residents. William Fredman underwent surgery, September 10th at Northeast Regional Medical Center and returned home on Wednesday evening. Rick and Dolores Silvers and Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Jones of Kansas City spent from Sunday to Thursday in the Fredman home. Also visiting were Robert and Garna Fredman, Larry and Debbie Fredman, Jennifer Fredman, Jeff Hall, Marguerite Hodges and David Hodges. Leola Schneider returned to La Plata Nursing Home after having surgery and an extended stay at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville. Her family has been with her while she recuperates. Andy and Rhonda Eitel and Athena were Labor Day guests of Jackie and Lavon Eitel. Jackie and Lavon Eitel visited recently with Eddie and Carol Green in Macon.
Callao Chatter MACON COUNTY COWBOY CHURCH The Macon County Cowboy Church met Thursday evening, September 6, at 36 & 3 One Stop in Callao. Al Lowe opened the meeting and Jayne Roberts offered a prayer. Perry and Rebecca Martin, from Kaseyville Baptist Church, presented a musical concert. Dutch Whittaker from Brookfield assisted them with electric
guitar accompaniment. Jim Brennan sang several hymns of praise. Perry Martin closed the meeting with prayer. The group will meet again Thursday evening, September 13th, at the same location and time. Everyone is welcome. If you have any news for Callao Chatter, contact Jayne Roberts or email to rplace@cvalley.net
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Bucklin Bits LINDBERG’S CHRISTMAS IN SEPTEMBER This was the second year the descendants of the late Halmer and Inez Lindberg decided to meet early for Christmas. Lynda and Dennis Sprague hosted the family gathering at the Brookfield Country Club Sept, 9, 2012. There were 55 family members present. Stacy Bragg, Brookfield, was a guest and celebrated her birthday with the family. The Lindbergs raised their family north of Bucklin in the Pleasant Grove community. However the only one that still has a Bucklin address is Pearl Miller who was the oldest person present. Family members drove from as far away as Franklin, North Carolina and Wichita, Kansas just to be with the family for the early Christmas. Guest story teller was Taylor Sappington, Brookfield. She recited two children’s story books from memory. She was accompanied by her mother. Taylor is the granddaughter of Jessie Sappington, Bucklin. Beautiful weather made the day enjoyable inside and out. Gary and Birney Belfield will host the family next year and will choose the date for it to be held. CWF MEETS President Judy Bakke called the September meeting of the Christian Women’s Fellowship to order at 1:45 p m on the 11th. Following the reciting of the CWF prayer the group sang ‘An Evening Prayer’. Judy gave the worship using an article titled ‘Two Pieces of Wood’. Secretary Patsie Hughes read the minutes of the August meeting and they were accepted as read. Treasurer Jean Still presented the treasurer report which was accepted as read. Worship and study chairman Dena Peterson gave her report. October 9, Jean Still will have the worship. Patsie Hughes is to bring the study with Betty Jo Shoemaker and Jean Still serving as hostesses. The kitchen committee had nothing to report at this time. Jean Still asked for help gathering Christian material such as Sunday School study books, Bibles, class pamphlets and hand -outs . Jean will see that the materials collected will be
taken to a group who gives all items to be recycled to churches and organizations in need of material. She is told some of the materials will be used and then passed on to others going through as many as half a dozen hands. Emily Switzer gave the study. She spoke on information from a booklet, ‘A Woman God Can Use’. Emily gave examples from scripture of the variety of ways God used the women of that day. How does He use the women of today? Is it harder to be a woman of faith in the year 2012 than in the days of old? In closing Emily read from the Book of Proverbs chapter 31 verses 10 through 31. Following the CWF benediction refreshments were served by hostesses Dena Peterson and Doris Noah assisted by Linda Hensley. ON THE SICK LIST Carmin (Cunningham) Young is a patient at the North Kansas City Hospital taking a series of treatments. A card shower has been requested for Carmin as she celebrates her birthday on September 18th. The address is North Kansas City Hospital, 2800 Clay Edwards Drive, Kansas City Mo. 64116. Room 503 Carmin is known locally as the daughter of Ralph and Frances CunninghamBigger. She is a graduate of Bucklin R2 High School class of 1961. Sandy Riddle was a surgical patient in Moberly Regional Memorial Hospital for a couple of days. She is home recovering at this time. DATES TO REMEMBER Civic Club meets September 20th, in the home of Peggy Finney at 7:00 p m. Citizen’s Appreciation Dinner is September 27th, in the community building in the park. Serving is from 11:30 till 12:30 with the door prize being drawn at noon. The meal is free
and donations are not accepted. ODDS ‘N ENDS Take a look at the new red and white street signs when you get to town. Bob Walters is getting the old ones replaced as time permits. This is a great improvement for we did not notice how faded the old green and white ones were until the new ones are being put
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The Elmer Reunion was held on Saturday, September 15th, the Baby Show was held at 1:00 p.m. Winners in the 0-6 month age category were: Girls - 1st Place, Kinsley Jones, daughter of Danny and Sarah Jones of La Plata and 2nd Place, Quinci Jo Jeffcoat, daughter of Sammie Jo Jeffcoat of La Plata, Missouri. Boys - 1st Place, Mirek O’Haver, son of Abby Smithson and Michael O’Haver of La Plata, Missouri.
Winners in the 13-18 month age category were: Girls - 1st Place, Renee Wehner, daughter of Haley Vansickle and James Wehner of Elmer, Missouri; Boys - 1st Place - Aydin Gunnels, son of Derrick Gunnels of La Plata, Missouri and Sierra Maloney of Troy, Missouri, 2nd Place, J. Dean Burkholder, son of Connie and Jon Burkholder of Elmer, Missouri and 3rd Place, Liam Young, son of Andrea Howe of Macon, Missouri.
Winners in the 7-12 month age category were: Girls - 1st Place, Rylee Lewis, daughter of Colt and Shannon Lewis of La Plata, Missouri.
Winners in the 25-35 month age category were: Girls - 1st Place, Brihana Williams, daughter of Cody Shears of Macon, Missouri and Shawnee Williams of Greentop, Missouri; Boys - 1st Place, Steven Smothers, son of Sam and Shari Smothers of Elmer, Missouri.
The Little Miss and Mister was held after the baby show. Winners in the 4 year old age group were: Girls - 1st Place, Aislynn Bender, daughter of Brian and Lisa Bender of Elmer, Missouri and 2nd Place, Sarah Drake, daughter of Chris and Beth Drake of Elmer, Missouri; Boys - 1st Place, Paxtyn Jones, son of Sarah and Danny Jones of La Plata, Missouri.
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The Battle Of Painter Creek saw just one soldier killed, a Confederate who was trying to swim his horse across the creek.
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Meet two young brothers from New Cambria who participate in Civil War Reenactments throughout the region.
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Discover local landmarks that held signifigance during the Civil War, and find a schedule for A Day Of Remembrance.
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Northeast Missouri was an important part of the Civil War, for both the Union and Confederate Armies. If you would like more information regarding our history in the war, please contact the Macon County Historical Society.
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Isaac Johnson Lucas, TheYoungest Soldier in Macon County
Isaac JohnsonLucasborn in Macon, MO in 1845 and is believed to be the youngest soldier in MaconCounty during the Civil War. He was a private in the 24thRegiment Infantry. Lucas was mustered in December of1861,making him only 16 years old. On October 13, 1864, Lucas was captured ISAAC JOHNSON LUCAS in Resaca, GA and transferred to Andersonville. He completedhisserviceandwasmusteredoutonJune12, 1865. Lucaspassedawayin1919attheageof74andwas buried at Mt. Salem Cemetery in Macon County.
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Battle of Painter Creek The traditional story of the Battle of Painter Creek began in early August of 1862 and saw just one soldier killed, a Confederate who was trying to swim his horse across the creek. That story was printed in the 1910 Macon County history by Edgar White after the story was told to him by an old man called “Uncle Charley Coleman”. There were no records to back up the tale, but Uncle Charley told them that he had been there and remembered it all. Uncle Charley’s version has been accepted for generations and would be today had it not been for a letter from Emma West to Richard S. Brownlee, Director of the State Historical Society of Missouri. Brownlee did some research and determined that Uncle Charley’s version was not historically accurate. Brownlee called it “only folklore” and sent along an account of the battle from the “Official Records of the Rebellion”. This account was written a few days after the skirmish. “I feel it is likely that the Official Records report is more accurate”, Brownlee said, “I think that the engagement took place between Colonel Joseph Porter’s Confederate troops and Colonel James McFerran’s First Missouri Union Cavalry”. From “War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies”. This excerpt is from Series I Volume XIII, Washington: Government Printing Office, 1885. The official version makes the battle a major one in which at least 22 were killed and 60 wound-
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ed. It refers to “Panther” Creek, another name for “Painter” Creek in those days. Panthers, or mountain lions, were sometimes called “Painters” in the local slang. Here is the official version as written by Col. McFerran and attested by Maj. James Rainsford, Assistant Adjutant General of St. Joseph. “On the 6th of August, a notorious guerrilla and outlaw named Wicklin was shot, and on the 7th, a notorious guerrilla named Daniel Hale was also shot by our troops in the forks of the Grand River. The guerrillas in the forks of the Grand River were scattered in all directions by troops from this post. “On the 9th (8th) Lieutenant-Colonel Woolfolk, with about 400 men, attacked Porter’s band of about 1500 men on Panther Creek, near where the Hannibal and Saint Joseph Railroad crosses the Chariton River and after an engagement of six hours, night put a stop to the conflict. “In this engagement, it is reported that Porter lost 20 killed and 50 wounded and Lt. Col. Woolfolk had two killed and ten wounded. Lt. Col. Woolfolk will make a detailed report on this engagement to your headquarters. “On the night of the 9th (8th) I joined LieutenantColonel Woolfolk, with 130 men, under Lieutenant-Colonel Thompson of the Fifth Cavalry, Missouri State Militia. Early in the evening, after the engagement, Porter began his retreat north along the Chariton. Our men were on the march about 2 o’clock the next morning in hot pursuit, and came up with Porter’s rear at Walnut Creek, where they had prepared an ambuscade for our reception. A few rounds of canister put them in flight and we continued in pursuit. About 4 o’clock in the afternoon we came up to his rear guard, at Sears’ Ford, up the Chariton River, where an engagement took place,
Occurring on August 8, 1862, five miles north of Stockton (now New Cambria) between Col. Joseph Potter’s Confederates and Federal regiments under command of Lieutenant-Colonel Woolfolk was part of a wide-spread plan to surround and capture Porter with the 2,000 recruits he was trying to get southward for service in the Confederate Army. In the curious engagement beginning before noon and continuing until dark there was only one casuality. A Confederate swimming his horse across the stream fell and was drowned.
in which we had 1 killed and 10 wounded of the First Regiment of Cavalry; 7 of the First Infantry; and 3 of the Fifth Regiment of Cavalry, all Missouri State Militia, among them Captain Peery of the First Regiment and Sergeant-Major Linville, of the Fifth. “Porter’s loss is unknown, but must have been considerable. One we know was mortally wounded and an eyewitness represented the ground they occupied as bloody, and indicated that many had been killed or wounded in the fight and removed. “We turned back from
the Chariton, not being able to get our artillery and ammunition over the river, and our men being exhausted, we reached Laclede on the night of the 12th instant, and on the next morning joined General Loan and began the pursuit of Poindexter. “All officers and men constituting my command behaved with great gallantry and energy, and it would be invidious, if not possible to discriminate where all did their whole duty so nobly. “All of which is respectfully submitted. Your obedient servant, James McFerran”.
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Young Brothers Participate in Civil War Activities
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A Letter Home CHICAMANGA RIVER STATE OF GEORGIA NOVEMBER 28, 1863 Dear Father and Mother,
Pictured above are Colt and Kelton in their Civil War dress. The two brothers from New Cambria have always loved old western movies and anything that has to do with soldiers.
Kelton, age 9 and Colt, age 8 are brothers from New Cambria, MO. They are the son of Sam and Stephanie Marsh. Kelton and Colt also have two sisters, McKaylynn age 5 and Samantha age 3. The two boys have always loved John Wayne movies and old westerns or anything that had to do with cowboys and soldiers. Through the years the boys have collected several books, Civil War toys and flags. In April of 2011 Sam and Stephanie took the boys to their first “Civil War” Reenactment at Kirksville, MO. They loved it and have been keeping in touch with the enactors ever since. The highlight during their Kirksville trip was that they were allowed to shoot the canon during the reenactment.
You can ask the boys just about any question of the Civil War and they can answer it. The two were asked to help teach about the Civil War for a New Cambria High School history class. “That was fun” stated 9 year old Kelton. “We took the boys to the Macon County Historical Society Museum to view all the Civil War items”. Said their mother, Stephanie Marsh. “They just love history and everything to do with the Civil War”. Kelton and Colt are looking forward to the day they can reenact themselves. “You have to be 8yrs old to be a Medical, Powder Monkey or a Flag Boy” said Colt. Going to the reenactments they have made good friends with a group of reenactors of the 12th Missouri Cav-
alry. These men allowed them to ride the horses, shoot the guns and cannons. The two have attended several reenactments including; Kirksville in April of 2011, Booneville in June of 2011, Florida in June of 2011, Lamoni, IA in Sept. 2011, Kirksville in August of 2012 and Lamoni, IA over this past Labor Day Weekend. When the boys play or “reenact” at home, they used to be on opposite sides, until they decided to band together as confederate soldiers. They are now training their sisters to be Union Soldiers so they can have more reenactments at their home. “There’s never a dull moment” stated their father, Sam Marsh. When asked the question “Where would you like to go on a vacation if
you could choose”?, Kelton answered to see Stone Wall Jacksons battle place while Colt answered to see the place of the Battle of Gettysburg . Later the boys were asked what they wanted to be when they grew up. You might be expecting to hear the “military” as their answer; however you would be way off. Kelton wants to live in Africa and help with endangered animals whereas Colt wants to farm in Missouri. Both boys plan on keeping up with the reenactments and participating whenever they can. Both Kelton and Colt are active in Cub Scouts and the Bevier Baptist Church Awanas.
It is with the greatest pleasure that I seat myself to drop you a few lines. May find you all well and healthy. I am happy to inform you that I am pleased to think that the Lord has spared me through the battles of last Tuesday and Wednesday. My regiment were in front of skirmishing. It were a tremendous hard fight for the rebels were on LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN and held a strong position along what is called MISSION RIDGE and besides that they had the mountains fortified. The enemy’s front were about six miles long and had breastworks all along the line and we had to face this cannon in a heap of places where we could not bring our cannon to bear on the enemy on the account of the height of the mountains. Consequently our infantry had to face the enemy cannon and fight their infantry and climb the steep Rocky Mountains. Also well our brigade had the honor of taking LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN and the one brigade of rebs and the second day our division took another brigade on MISSION RIDGE and before sundown the second day the enemy were running in all directions. We gave Old Bragg and Buckner a good thrashing and took about ten thousand prisoners and a good many cannon. And Thursday morning we started after the enemy and ran them out of here about RINGOLD GEORGIA and there Bragg made another stand yesterday and we whipped them again and took four more pieces of cannon and more prisoners and ran them out again. Our lost a good many in the BATTLE OF RINGOLD. The 27th Reg. of MO got shut out of being in the BATTLE OF RINGOLD of Gen. Osterhaus left us here at Chicamanga River to guard a bridge concequently we were not in the last days fight. Our brigade lost considerable of men yesterdays fight including commissioned officers. Our brigade had to do nearly all the big at the BATTLE OF RINGOLD and that is the reason they got cut to pieces, so Thank God we whipped them at both places. Well, I will have to close my short letter for it is getting late. I should not have written as soon but I thought I would write a few lines to let you know that I were still safe. My regiment lost twelve men killed and wounded nine. Send my best love and compliments to you all. Well Mary I received your and Winny’s letters and I shall answer it. This is rebel paper captured on MISSION RIDGE near Chattonoga. Remain your son and brother till death. William and Sussan Shoush
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Death Of Daniel Barton We understand that on Wednesday of last week, a squad of militia from Macon County arrested Daniel Barton, of Shelby County, and the next day, while on their return with him to Macon City (Macon) they shot him. He had but recently returned home from a long imprisonment in the military prison at Chicago. We understand that those who killed him charged him with being an accomplice of some bushwhackers who lately made a raid through that section of the country. He was some 40 years of age, and leaves a wife and 11 children.
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ADayofRemembrance Civil War Landmarks September 29, 2012 Macon, Missouri Schedule of Events
9:30-2:30 MCHS Museum Civil War artifacts (Sally Watts) Civil War Flags and other Military Book signing by Becky Grady Fairgrounds Lunch at Flywheel Kitchen 11:00-1:00 Artisans and Vendors 9:30-2:30 North side of town 9:30-11:30 Stagecoach Inn –Albert Larrabee, Mayor of Macon Jackson Street Park-John Curless and Alexander Dockery St. Agnes Hall-Gen. Odon Guitar and Reuben Eberman Phillips Place- Quilt Show, Sarah Spencer Eberman, Robert Bevier, Dulcimer music (Ina Cason) Courthouse-Maj.ThomasMoody,AbrahamLincoln,Gov.HamiltonGamble, Caleb Bingham 9:45 & 10:30 Presbyterian Church- Capt. Ben Eli Guthrie, History of the church (Anne Roeder), Organ music (Carol Chalgren) Little Museum- Kate Doneghy Downtown Roving musician – Clive Renfroe Capt. Ben Stone, John Henry Griffin, Displays South side of town 12:30-2:30 Prison Site- Gen. Lewis Merrill, Capt. Griffin Frost, Capt. Charles Mathies, Gen. John McNeil, Mary Hotel Site- Franc B. Wilkie, Brig. Gen. Stephen Hurlbut, William Harris Stockade Site- William Adams, Sadie, Anna Clark, Pastor, Col. William Forbes, cannon (re-enactors) Hospital- Dr. David B. Allen, Harris family Tent setting (re-enactors) (Please carpool to Woodlawn Cemetery if possible) Woodlawn Cemetery approx. 2:50 Tribute to Soldiers- Eddie Troy Freedom’s 48- Becky Grady, author Remembrance- Neil Block
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Pictured above is the Allen House in Macon. There are several historic locations throughout the county. This house was originally a boarding house for railroad workers, but was used as a hospital during the war.
The Allen house, a large two-story home located at 301 W. Goggin St. Macon, MO was used as a boarding house for the railroad workers. It was then taken over by the Union during the war and used as a hospital for both Union and Confederate soldiers for sickness rather than injuries. The only real battle in Macon County during the war was the Battle of Painter Creek, north of New
Cambria. A house once located at 105 W. Goggin St. in Macon was once an old German church prior to the Civil War. It was completely destroyed during the war piece by piece and used for firewood. Soldiers were burning the flooring, pews and even the hymnals in churches all over town to stay warm. On East Rollins there once stood a distinguished looking red brick home
that was the site of the “ladies lodge” during the Civil War. Many times ladies would travel with the soldiers and this was where they congregated during the day. The house was one of those that was dismantled and burned to stay warm. The house here now was built after the war and was said to be “reconstructed from the soldier’s fond memories’, similar to the original.
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