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POPPY DAYS The American Legion Auxiliary Post #282 will be holding Poppy Days this week on Friday, May 18th and Saturday, May 19th. Please support the ladies in their mission to help veterans.
AHS GIRLS BASKETBALL FUNDRAISER The Atlanta Girls Basketball team will be holding a fundraiser on Saturday, May 19th in Atterberry Park beginning at 9:00 a.m. and running until 1:00 p.m. The girls will be hosting a car wash and a bake sale to off set the costs of their camp cost for this summer. Please support the Lady Hornets as they prepare for the varsity season.
LA PLATA HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEETING The 59th Annual La Plata High School Alumni Association Meeting will be held on Saturday, May 26, 2012, at the La Plata High School Gymnasium. Registration and visiting with classmates and friends will begin at 6:00 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 8:00. This year tours of the Olive Gilbreth McLorn Historical Home will also be available that evening. Classes having reunions will be recognized during the meeting as well as special guests. Please make plans to attend the 59th Annual La Plata High School Alumni Meeting and renew old friendships and make new ones.
LOCAL THIRD GRADER WINS AWARD Logan Curtis, Mary Immaculate third grader, was awarded the Kirksville Women of Today winner of their Mother’s Day Contest on Monday, May 7th, 2012. This contest was among area schools and he won with his poem: “My mom is fantastic because…” She takes care of my family. She cleans my room and does my family’s laundry. She gets us food and makes it for us. She loves me no matter what I do. For example, one time I was making a hamburger and I burned it, and my mom said, “It’s okay, mistakes can happen.” That made me feel good, because I know she loves me even when I Mess up. Also, family owns a restaurant, and my mom teaches me what I need to know to help serve the customers, such as cooking, being nice to people, and helping someone out when they need help. She is the best mom in the world, the best that anyone could ever have.
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La Plata R-II held graduation ceremonies on Sunday, May 13, 2012 in the La Plata High School Gym. The 2012 Valedictorian is Mallory Eitel and Salutatorian is Jennifer McIntyre.
La Plata R-II Receives 2012 Distinction In Performance Award La Plata R-II was one of 39 school districts in the northeast Missouri area honored by the Northeast Regional Professional Development Center and Truman State University at a banquet May 3rd in Kirksville. About 190 school board members, administrators, teachers and students attended. The banquet was held in the Student Union building on the Truman State University campus. The dinner was followed by the presentation of awards to representatives from local school districts. The school districts honored were: Adair County R-II, Bevier C-4, Bowling Green R-I, Brunswick R-II, Bucklin R-II, Canton R-V, Clark County R-I, Green City R-I, Higbee R-VIII, Holliday C-2, Keytesville R-III, Kirksville R-III, Knox County R-I, La Plata R-II, Lewis County C-1, Luray 33, Macon R-I, Macon R-IV, Madison C-3, Marceline R-V, Marion County R-II, Meadville R-IV, Middle Grove C-1, Moberly, Monroe City R-I, North Shelby, Northeast Randolph R-IV, Palmyra R-I, Paris R-II, Putnam County R-I, Ralls County R-II, Revere C-3, Salisbury R-IV, Schuyler County R-I, Scotland County R-I Shelby County R-IV, and Westran R-I Recognizing the schools’ accomplish-
ments were Mr. Mike Thomson, Missouri State Representative, District 4. Also helping celebrate the schools’ accomplishments were Dr. Troy Paino, President of Truman State University; Dr. Janet Gooch, Dean of School of Health Sciences and Education, Truman State University, Dr. Paul Yoder, Chair of the Department of Education, Truman State University; Darl Davis, Director of Northeast Regional Professional Development Center; and Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Area Supervisor, J.D. King; Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; Linda Hays, Federal Instructional Improvement Supervisor. This is the 5th year that La Plata R-II has received the Distinction in Performance Award. Representatives of La Plata R-II at the celebration included La Plata R-II. Pictured are representatives of La Plata R-II who attended the 2012 Distinction in Performance banquet on April 20th
at Truman State University. First row: Counselor Brook Fleshman- Superintendent Steve Carvajal Elementary Principal Lisa Coy Second row: . HS Principal Steve Safley-Board Members Jeff Case-Brandon MackKevin Pipes-Matt Belt accepts the 2012 Distinction in Performance Award for La Plata R-II at Truman State University on April 20. The presentation was made by J.D. King, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Area Supervisor.
ROBERTS CHARGED STEMMING FROM BURGLARIES Sheriff Robert Dawson today announced the filing of formal charges and arrest of Lynette M. Roberts age 21of South Gifford, Missouri. Lynette M. Roberts has now been formally charged with nine counts of Receiving Stolen Property {Felony C RSMo: 570.080}, one count of Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia Methamphetamine {Felony D RSMo: 195.233}, and one count of Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia {Misdemeanor A RSMo: 195.233}. The arrest is the result of an investi-
gation into area burglaries in southern Adair and northern Macon Counties. Her bond was set at $50,000 cash only, and she remains in custody. On April 6, 2012, deputies of the Macon and Adair County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search warrant on Roberts residence in South Gifford. When carrying out a search warrant, thousands of dollars worth of stolen property were recovered. Those stolen items ranged from generators, power tools, chainsaws and hunting gear. During the execution of the search
warrant Roberts was arrested on a probation warrant out of Adair County. Frank Salsberry age 22 of Kirksville, was arrested for Possession Of Controlled Substance, Possession Of Up To 35 Grams Marijuana, and Unlawful Use Of Drug Paraphernalia – Methamphetamine. He was released from the Macon County Jail after paying a $30,000 surety bond on April 12, 2012. The Macon County Sheriff’s Office was assisted with the investigation by the Adair County Sheriff’s Office and the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
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LOCAL NEWS FREE OUTREACH SKATING EVENT
Stump Your Friends Photo Contest Do you have a clue who these tiny ones are? Hint #1: One Boy - One Girl - Cousins Give a call at the office or email your guesses to lpnews@marktwain.net Sales - Sheena Berry
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Local elementary students and adult hit the skating rink on May 6, 2012 for a free outreach event sponsored by Church WithOut Walls (CWOW) Ministries. The event took place following Sunday worship and lunch at the house church in Atlanta. The students were led by leaders at the church in inviting area students to participate. Twenty-seven students and adults participated in the event at the Skate Center in Macon. Each month, CWOW hosts an outreach and fellowship activity, providing one event per age group each quarter. These events include teen lock-ins, Easter egg hunts, and adult dinners out on the town. The purpose of Church WithOut Walls Ministries is to “lead people to a productive, lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ.” To learn more about the church, visit www.goatlantachurch.com. For more information about the skating party or elementary small group at CWOW, call or text (660) 281-7777 or goatlantachurch@gmail.com.
Local Baseball Results Novinger To Host Coal Miner Days The Brashear Tigers traveled to Atlanta on Monday evening, May 7th bringing home a loss of 6-16. Scoring for the Tigers were Housman, Thomas with two runs, Pflum and Bradshaw with two runs. The Tigers will play in the District Tournament at La Plata next week. On Tuesday, May 8th the Tigers traveled to Schuyler County to face the Raiders and came home with a second loss this week, 1-16. Bradshaw brought home the loss from the plate. Housman was the only Tiger to cross the plate.
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The Atlanta Hornets hosted the Brashear Tigers on Monday, May 7th capturing a win of 16-6. Collan Thrasher was the winning pitcher throwing 3.2 innings allowing 3 hits and 7 strikeouts and no errors. Zach Brown came in for the save throwing 2.1 innings allowing 5 hits, 2 base on balls a strikeout and 6 errors. At the plate Lane Waddle was 2-4 with a home run and 4 RBI’s. Collan Thrasher was 2-3 with a home run, a double and 4 RBI’s. Atlanta traveled to Bevier on Tuesday, May 8th bringing home a huge win over the Wildcats, 15-0 in 6 innings. Mick Garnett was the winning pitcher throwing the entire game allowing 2 hits, 2 bases on balls and 6 strikeouts. Collan Thrasher was 3-4 at the plate with 3 RBI’s and scoring 2 runs. Lance Weber, Ethan Baker, Dylan Hruska and Lane Waddle all doubled. The Hornets are now 11-8 overall.
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The Family of W William Henry Adams Wishes to extend a sincere thanks to the Scotland County Hospital Staff, Dr. Davis, Dr. Tod Sylvara, Dr. Cleaver and Shawnee for the excellent care and thoughtfulness during his last days. Thank you to all those who took time from their busy lives to visit, attend his memorial service, or remember him in their thoughts and prayers. Every act of kindness is a symbol of honor and respect to a life well lived.
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Oh, and did we mention there will be lots of good food?!? Please note that this year’s parade has been moved to Sunday, May 27th at 4:00 p.m., that’s a new day and time from previous years. The route has also been changed to line-up at the school (beginning at 3:00), travel down Highway 149, across Front Street and back up Frankfort Avenue/Route O. Entries are encouraged, and no preregistration is required. Prizes will be awarded for floats, cars, and horse entries, as well as the largest group and an overall winner. No pre-registration is required. All former coal miners are encouraged to attend the recognition event on the stage after the parade.
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holding a breakfast at the firehouse. The Novinger Baptist Church will host the Community Worship Service in its new building. Novinger Renewal has scheduled a long list of activities throughout the day on the fairgrounds such as a car show, quilt show, contests for children and adults, entertainment, displays, bingo, horseshoe pitching tourney, parade, former coal miners recognition event, veterans memorial service, talent show, baby show, fireworks and more. In case of bad weather all stage shows will be moved inside the Community Center. Advance registration is encouraged (but not required) for the 5K Run/1.5 Mile Walk. Contact Jessie Schoonover at 660988-0712 to learn more.
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The Novinger Community is again offering a way to have tons of fun on Memorial Day Weekend with lots of good food and FREE entertainment. The 26th annual Coal Miner Days will be held on Friday, May 25th – Sunday, May 27th. The activities will begin on Friday evening and throughout the day Saturday with a co-ed slowpitch softball tourney coordinated by the Novinger Baseball/Softball Association. Contact Veronica Snyder at 660-341-3940 by May 11 to take advantage of the early registration fee. The Novinger Lion’s Club is sponsoring ATV drag events on Saturday with registration from 9- 11 a.m. The races will begin at noon. And the Novinger High School Alumni Association will have its 75th annual banquet on Saturday night at the school with the reception starting at 5:00. To get the day off to a great start Sunday morning the Lion’s Club will be
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LOCAL NEWS THREE LA PLATA ATHLETES SIGN LETTERS OF INTENT
ABOVE LEFT - On Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at La Plata R-II Schools Dalton Smith signed his “Intent To Play” with Missouri Valley College in Marshall on a Golf Scholarship. Smith is pictured with his new coach, Jim Anderson from the Missouri Valley Vikings. Also pictured are Smith’s parents, Rob and Lori Smith and his LHS Golf Coach, Justin Johnson. ABOVE RIGHT - Peyton Swift a 6’ guard for LHS has signed a “Letter of Intent” to play basketball with the Central Methodist Mens Basketball Team for the 2012 - 2013 season. Pictured with Swift are his parents, Carrie Swift and Andre Swift, his sister, Laura Sivert and the LHS Boys Basketball Coach, Kyle Fleshman. BELOW LEFT - On Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at La Plata R-II Schools Weston Smith signed his “Intent To Play” with Missouri Valley College in Marshall on a Golf Scholarship. Smith is pictured shaking hands with his new coach, Jim Anderson from the Missouri Valley Vikings. Also pictures is Smith’s parents, Ralph and Kelcey Smith and his LHS Golf Coach, Justin Johnson.
Bette Ann (Gash) Bogeart, age 82, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away on Saturday (May 12, 2012) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri. Born May 3, 1930, in Gifford, Missouri, she was the daughter of Lula Mae (Magers) Epperson and Herbert Gash. On December 30, 1945, in Paola, Kansas, she married Edward W. Bogeart who preceded her in death on February 22, 2002. Also preceding her in death were her parents and one grandson, Christopher Michael Bogeart. Surviving are five children, Diana (Bogeart) Reynolds and husband Terry of Kirksville, Missouri, Lynn Bogeart and wife Terri of Independence, Missouri, Doug Bogeart and wife Linda of Streator, Illinois, Greg Bogeart of Moberly, Missouri, Ron Bogeart and wife Rita of La Plata, Missouri; six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, one greatniece, and one great-great-niece, Doug Reynolds and daughters Kaitlyn and Sara of Woodridge, Illinois, Tracy Reynolds of Norfolk, Virginia, Chris Bogeart (deceased) and son Noah and daughter Lydia of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Rachel (Bogeart) Laws and husband Dion and daughter Joy, of Blue Springs, Missouri, Collin and Romi Bogeart of Streator, Illinois, April Glaspie of Houston, Texas, and Maria Glaspie and daughter Lydia of Brashear, Missouri; and one brother Donald Lee Gash and wife Geraldine (Redmon) of Raytown, Missouri. Visitation was held Monday, May 14, 2012, at the Travis Funeral Chapel in La Plata, Missouri, with the family receiving friends from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Graveside services were held at Hopewell Cemetery, west of Atlanta, Missouri, immediately following visitation. Services were under the direction of Travis Funeral Chapel, La Plata, Missouri. www. travisfuneralchapel.com
West Is Undefeated At University Of Indianapolis
La Plata Public Library Board Meeting The La Plata Public Library Board met with the City Council, Tuesday, May 8, to discuss the financial future of the Library. As we all know, everyone is facing financial difficulties and changes, and that includes our Library. The purpose of the meeting of these two groups was to look to the future of our Library and ensure that it will be here for many years to come. Various options were discussed, but no action was taken at this time. The library will try to keep the public updated as changes occur.
Bette Ann (Gash) Bogeart
JaVaun West, 2008 AHS graduate, is currently 7-0 from the mound playing baseball for the University of Indianapolis Greyhounds. West graduated from the Hornets Nest, traveled to Quincy, Illinois to play for John Wood Community College being recruited to play baseball for the Blazers for two years, then was recruited by Indiana to play baseball on their roster.
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COMMENTARY COMMENT
LHS DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS CABARET
Blonde But Blunt BY BECKY JEFFCOAT EDITOR/PUBLISHER lpnews@marktwain.net
Memorial Day is just around the corner and I would like to give a huge shout out to all the local and not so local veterans in our mist. Veterans are special people to each and every one of us in some way, shape or form. My father, whom I don’t ever remember meeting, died in the Vietnam War in 1967 serving our country and giving us freedom, letting us live our lives the way we do today. I remember my mom telling me that he was home on leave when I was born in September 1965. She said he sat for hours thinking of my name. Mom was going to name me Jackie, after him, Jack Cecil Duff, Jr., but he didn’t want that to be haunting to us if something happened to him, so now I’m Rebecca Sue. In my mind, I would have been proud to have carried his name through life, after all he is the reason I’m here. My father, his father and my uncle all gave their lives for us. And for that, I travel once a year to Platte City to their graves to pay tribute to them and tell them thank you and I love you. My dad, bless his soul, stepped in to take over when Rick and I were young and for that I am thankful and love him dearly. I am lucky enough to have him around, as he served in the Navy defending us. Thanks Dad, you all know him as Fred Laird. Those of us who didn’t serve in any form of the military sometimes take our freedom for granted, however, those of us that have lost someone dear to us because of war know first hand that the pain and hurt never go away. We honor our loved ones and those who served and gave their lives on Memorial Day, decorating their graves with flowers and mementos of life, putting up flags, red, white and blue on our porches or doors, saluting and praying when we pass the cemeteries. I realize that it is probably never enough thanks, but they
JEFFCOAT are in our thoughts and hearts everyday, not just Memorial Day. Memorial Day is not just for those who gave their lives for our country, but for our loved ones that pass on and leave us behind. These include my mama, God Bless Her Soul. I miss her, as I’m sure everyone misses their loved ones that enter the gates up high. Sometimes I wonder why all the good people have to leave us before their time, and then I ponder on it. My explanation is that they are getting a HUGE REWARD, before we are. They are the people that deserve the reward of peace and love from our maker. I guess we are selfish, thinking we are mad that they were taken, but in the end its really that they finished first, were the champions at what they did best and gave all they could to make the world a better place for the rest of us that are still here. Sometimes I wonder about some people, but I then realize, they don’t deserve to be there. I’m hoping when its my time, I deserve to go. As we make our rounds to the cemeteries to pay our respects, we bow our heads to pray or a tear rolls down our cheek, but we know they are above us and know we are there with them and they are there with us in spirit. So in closing, lets keep in mind our loved ones, the ones we’ve lost, the ones still among us and the ones yet to come. I love driving through the local cemetery to see all the bright and beautiful colors, just brings everything back to life for me. Keep It Kool, Bec
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LHS Drama Club recently presented “Cabaret” under direction of Billy Pippin. Pictured are left to right: Alex Miller, Trey Jackson, Evan Carter, Cordel Bane, Brendan Curtis, Tyra Douglas, Makiah Bolden, MaKenzie Beautte, Camrie Feinberg, Jessica Davison, Molly West, Jennifer Mc Intyre, Adrienne Hamlin, Justin Grove, Erin Boren.
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Results Of S.T.O.P. Enforcement Operations Conducted In Troop B During April 2012 Captain James E. Wilt, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of “Operation S.T.O.P.” enforcement activities conducted during the month of April 2012. Operation S.T.O.P. (Stop, Think, Observe, and Proceed) is a new traffic enforcement program aimed at reducing traffic crashes at intersections having a higher rate of traffic crashes. At many of these intersections, serious crashes have occurred as a result of motorists failing to stop at stop signs or failing to yield to other vehicles as they enter the intersecting roadway. On April 3, 2012, Operation S.T.O.P. was conducted in Macon County on U.S. Highway 36 at Kellogg Street, and in Adair County on U.S. Highway 63 at Missouri Highway 11. On April 11, 2012, Operation S.T.O.P. occurred in Macon County on U.S. Highway 36 at Kellogg Street; and on April 12, 2012, in Marion County on U.S. Highway 61 at the intersections of
Main Cross Street and Ross Street, in Palmyra, Missouri. Operation S.T.O.P. also occurred on April 18, 2012, in Macon County on U.S. Highway 63 at Missouri Route M. As a result of the operations, troopers assisted by a Patrol aircraft issued a total of 62 traffic summonses and 26 traffic warnings. The following is a breakdown of summonses issued for the month of April 2012: 51 - Citations for stop sign violations; 7 - Citations for seat belt violations; 3 - Citations for insurance violations; 1 - Citation for exceeding the posted speed limit “Fatalities are on the increase so far this year in Missouri,” stated Captain Wilt. “The S.T.O.P. enforcement program is another innovative way of stepping up enforcement efforts to help reduce traffic crashes. Please follow all traffic laws, stop at all stop signs, and make sure it is safe to proceed through the intersection before doing so.”
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Troop B Officers To Participate In “Click It Or Ticket” Enforcement Campaign In Adair County Captain James E. Wilt, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces that from May 21, 2012, through May 31, 2012, Troop B officers will be conducting a “Click It Or Ticket” enforcement operation in Adair County. The enforcement operation is part of a national campaign focusing on seat belt violations in an effort to raise seat belt use and awareness. Sometime following this operation, representatives of the Missouri Department of Transportation’s Highway Safety Division will conduct a seat belt survey in Adair County and other counties in the state. During last year’s seat belt survey, the Missouri usage rate for all vehicles was 79%, which is below the national average of 85%. In Adair County the usage rate was determined to be 71.3%. During this enforcement effort, the Missouri State Highway Patrol will continue its zero tolerance enforcement stance in an effort to raise seat belt awareness and compliance. Motorists are reminded that every driver and front seat occupant of a passenger vehicle and
all occupants less than 16 years of age are required to be secured in a properly fastened and adjusted safety belt or child restraint seat. Children less than four years old are required to be in an approved child restraint seat. Children ages four to seven years old, and who weigh at least 40 pounds, but less than 80 pounds, and are less than 4’9” tall, must be secured in a child passenger restraint system or booster seat appropriate for that child. Persons under 18 years of age operating or riding in a truck must wear a safety belt, regardless of the truck’s licensed gross weight. Any driver who falls under the guidelines of a Missouri graduated driver’s license and their passengers are required to wear a safety belt, regardless of age or vehicle type. “Special enforcement operations such as these are very important and effective,” states Captain Wilt. “Part of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s mission is to reduce injuries and fatalities on our roadways. We know many lives could be saved if more people took a few extra seconds to buckle their seat belt.”
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012
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HELP WANTED: Gully Transportation is looking for CDL-A Haz Mat qualified drivers for openings on Relay Positions and System Positions! We offer Great Pay, Home Time and Included Health Benefits! Call (800) 998-5008. WANTED: City of La Plata Parks and Recreation Board is looking for new board members. If interested please stop by city hall. _____________________ WANTED: To do your yard work, mowing or your tilling. Will give estimates. Call 816-2449479. Tom B. _____________________ MOVING SALE: 3rd house East of 63 on State Highway 156, La Plata. Friday, May 18th, 10-7 & Saturday, May 19th 8-3. Furniture, clothes, microwave, mowers and lots of miscellaneous.
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Ricky L Bunch, Jr., dated April 13, 2010, and recorded on April 14, 2010, in Book No. 946, at Page 087 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Macon County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on June 13, 2012, at 1:30 PM, at the South Front Door of the Macon County Courthouse, Macon, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash:
subject to all prior easements, restrictions, reservations, covenants and encumbrances now of record, if any, to satisfy the debt and costs. James D. Smiser, Successor Trustee First Publication: May 16, 2012. For more information, visit www.southlaw.com NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose (Casefile No. 135882 / Invoice No. 135882-547679).
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MACON COUNTY, MISSOURI In Re: Cheryl L. Daley, SP, Plaintiff, vs. Sarah Ann Guthrie, deceased, and John Doe and Jane Doe, all persons unknown, their unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, donees, alienees, legatees, administrators, executors, guardians, mortgagees, trustees, legal representatives, and all other persons, corporations, or successors, claiming by, through or under them, Defendants. Case No. 12MA-CC00014 NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION The State of Missouri to Defendant Sarah Ann Guthrie, deceased, and John Doe and Jane Doe, all persons unknown, plaintiff believes that there are unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, assignees, donees, alienees, legatees, administrators, executors, guardians, mortgagees, trustees and legal representatives who are interested in the subject matter and other persons, corporations, or successors who claim by, through, or under defendants, addresses unknown. You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court for the County of Macon, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is Quite Title
Action; and which affects the following described property: All of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section Thirty-One, Township Fifty-Nine, Range Sixteen, in the County of Macon and State of Missouri, containing 40 acres, more or less. The names of all parties to said action are: Cheryl L. Daley, a single person (SP), and as stated above in the caption hereof and the name and address of the attorney for Plaintiff is R. Timothy Bickhaus, 109 N. Missouri Street, POB 451, Macon, Missouri 63552. You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within 45 days after the date of first publication of notice which occurred on the 16th day of May, 2012, judgment by default will be rendered against you. It is ordered that a copy hereof be published according to the law in the La Plata Home Press, a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of Macon, State of Missouri. A true copy from the record. Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court this 11th day of May, 2012. Date of first publication: May 16, 2012. /s/ Ann Henry Probate Clerk
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COMMUNITY NEWS Atlanta Community News Members of the Atlanta Community Club met April 30th for the monthly meeting. A carry-in lunch was served at noon. Following the meal, a short business session was held, conducted by the president, Virginia Grubbs. Regular reports were presented and approved. The date for the May meeting
was tentatively set for Mary 28th. Following adjournment, the group enjoyed playing cards. Those present were Gene and Donna McClanahan, Allen and Ruth Murphy, Clifford and Virginia Grubbs, Mary Pflum, Betty Baker, Kathy Baker, Glen Parrish and Lila Wiggans.
La Plata City Wide Yard Sales Mark Your Calendar for LaPlata City Wide Yard Sales-June 16, 2012 Deadline to get addresses on the map is June 8
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Mary Harvey, Mary Slauson, Dorene McNew, Dora Lovingier, Alma Baker, Leland Collin and Verna Buck assisted with Bingo Friday afternoon at La Plata Nursing Home; Mary Slawson also called on Barton Davison. Kenny Shaffer, Tom Ruttinger, Carl Campbell, Jr. Asker joined Red Roberts for music Thursday evening at LPN. Also joining then were Jimmy Overstreet and Duane Chrisman of Kirksville, Jim Hogenson of Ethel, Jerry Hogenson and Gerald Dean Hogenson visited Saturday, May 5th with Marteena Gunnells at LNH also visiting was Nancy Heck. Sunday visitors were Paula Thompson and Donna McClanahan of Atlanta, Linda Montgomery and Verna Buck. Brenda Lee was a visitors on Thursday. Nancy Haley and Verna Buck were Thursday afternoon visitors of Peggy Thomas, Joy and Randy Murr accompanied Marqueritta Hodges to Columbia last week for Dr. appointments. Bill and Peggy Loe visited Gloria Jacobs Bobby Buck and others at La Plata Nursing home Saturday evening. Weldon and Anita Lene of Elmer, Sue and Clifford Rogers were recent visitors of Gloria Jacobs at LNH.
Sunday dinner guests of Stella and Janet Tuggle on May 6th were Willie and Mary Tuggle, Laura Tuggle and Josh Noel, Cassie Tuggle and Hagen and Ryan Tuggle and Loren Pippin. Peggy and Jerry Thomas hosted a belated Easter Dinner and Easter hunt with all children and grand children enjoying a good time on May 6th. Class of ‘51 will met May 24th at 11:00 a.m. at Red Rooster. Poppy Days May 1819th. Maxine Lock and Esty Elyes have been recent visitors of Helen Nichols at LNH. Shirley Webber of Kirksville and Barb Hamilton were recent visitors of Betty Jo Williams. Lodena Biggs enjoyed Mothers Day Tea at LNH with Leola Schnieder. A large crowd attending the Awana Awards program and banquet at La Plata Baptist Church on Sunday evening May 6th. June Magers, Sandy Gramling, Susie Sees, Patsy Eitel and Evelyn Falls served as hospitality serving nearly 130 people. Eddie Buck, Doyle Dover, W.R. Buck, Mike Buck, Bobbie Lou have been recent visitors of Bobby Buck.
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As predicted the world is very busy now. Many gatherings for those high school and college graduates. Many receptions to congratulate the accomplishments of their life so far. The world looks beautiful with rich greens, blue sky, and many young animals being born. What a relief for the drabness and un productivity of the winter months. Carolyn Hill of Clarence was a Sunday dinner guest of her sister, Marilyn Sinnock of Ethel. The Oklahoma Indians 4-H club met Saturday morning to collect food to help the La Plata Letter Carriers. The club collected 506 pounds of food which was given to the local food ministry to be distributed to this area. Donna and Jerry Gray visited Brian and Melinda Gray and children Sunday. Saturday evening Twila Tracy of La Plata, Marilyn Sinnock of Ethel and Anna Jones of Bucklin enjoyed supper at a New Cambria restaurant. Norven, Denise and Cassie Slaughter spent Saturday afternoon with Dean and Marietta Slaughter. Linda and Gary Pyle, Richard and Sharron Burns attended the La Plata High school graduation Sunday afternoon. Terri Perry and Bill Wobkin were Sunday guests of Dean and Marietta Slaughter. Nathan Peters and fiancée, Katie, of Moberly Christian College of the Bible delivered the Sunday message at Gifford Chris-
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Thank You!! The 16th Annual Olie Johnson Youth Fishing Derby on May 5th was a success, with 62 youth and their parents participating. The LaPlata Masonic Lodge expresses a thank you to everyone who helped in any way to make this event such a success. A special thank you is given to Grizz Adams for his generosity in hosting the derby each year. We also thank the following businesses and individuals who donated money, prizes, bait, goods, and equipment to the derby:
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tian Church. The congregation of Amanda, Claire and Morgan Belfield, Dean and Marietta Slaughter, Richard and Sharron Burns, Donna and Buddy Seibold, Amy Burns, Roger Jarman, Marty Vance, Donna Gray enjoyed the message on Mother’s Day. The Friends for La Plata Preservation met Monday, Mat 7th, at the La Plata Library. Lana and Mike Daniels visited Mike’s mother, Tommy Daniels, on Mother’s Day. Also present were Lori and Eric Daniels. Mother’s Day found Tina Belfield, Addison and Audrey Belfield, Kade Belfield, Emma Russell, Becky Belfield celebrating together. Sunday evening supper guest of Mike and Lana Daniels were Roger and Mary Jarman, Roger Jay and Jeremy Jarman, Patrick and Alex Daniels. The Oklahoma Indians 4-H club met Tuesday evening at the La Plata Baptist Family Life Center. Atalpal 2 club met Thursday at the Red Rooster in La Plata. Amy Burns of Columbia spent Saturday evening and Sunday with her parents, Rich and Sharron Burns. They celebrated Rich’s 70th birthday and Mother’s Day. Sharron Burns attended the Macon County Back to School Fair meeting held at Macon Extension Center Wednesday. The committee is planning for the Back to School Fair which will happen on August 4, 2012 at the Macon Expo Center 9-12.
Admire Evergreen, Bangert Trucking Company, Belfield Agency, George & Dillon Boatman, Bull Dog Car Wash – Randy & Maria Snodgrass, Richard & Sharon Burns, C&R Market – La Plata, Charley’s Service, Christy Auction Service - Dave Christy, Curtis Café, Melva & Dennis Curtis, Depot Inn & Suites, D-Zines By T, Farmers Mutual Insurance - Roger J. Jarman, Curtis & Judy Franke, Grandma’s Home Cooking, Jeff Hettinger Construction, Jepson Lumber Company, Jones Service, LaPlata Lumber & Hardware, Inc., LaPlata Pharmacy, LaPlata Short Stop, LaPlata State Bank (Division of NEMO State Bank), LaPlata Vet Clinic, Jim & Cheryl Lock, Magers Construction – Darin Magers, Magic Mirrors, Eddie & Lois Mansfield, Marshall Custom Wood Works, MFA Agri, Misty Morning Taxidermy – Mike Kimmel, NEMO CPA – Laurie Love, Bud Payne, P-R Distributing - Garry & Beth Petree, Santa Fe Expresso, Shelter Insurance - Gary Simmons, L.R.Shumaker, Smitty’s Tavern, Snow Bulldozing – Lester & Marlene Snow, Sydenstricker Farm & Lawn, Travis Funeral Chapel, Village Auto Body - Bob & Debbie Rogers, Judy Williams – Century 21 Whitney Agency, Wal-Mart – Macon Store.
The Atalpal Club The Atalpal Club met Tuesday May 8th at the La Plata Nursing Home with Betty Jo Williams as hostess and Verna Buck assisting, Present were Maxine Lock, Iris Chaney, Bonelle Crosby. Iris called meeting to order with pledges to Flag. Followed by roll call with “Plans for Mother’s day.” Verna read minutes of which were read and approved. Maxine gave Treasures Report and will take care of necessary business. Verna gave short program jokes and reading “For the Garden of Your Daily Living” which tells us what to plant. Then “Water Freely with Patience and Cultivate with Love, Because You Reap What You Sow.” All enjoyed a delicious lunch and visiting. Karen Bailey picked up Bonelle and enjoyed visiting, also. TOPS MO877 TOPS MO877 La Plata met Tuesday, May 1st at 6:00 p.m. in the La Plata Christian Church fellowship hall with 7 members weighing in. Roll call was: “Did you lose weight, did you journal and did you eat low carb or no carb meals and snacks?” Best TOPS loser was Karen C. with Gail as runner-up. Karen C. reached her weight loss milestone. Our 2 KOPS Vera and Barbara G. stayed the same. Recipes were discussed and shared. Members are still participating in our “Dime Weight-Loss Contest.” Our weekly challenge is to eat one vegetable we have never eaten before. We closed with our “TOPS Goodnight Song” led by Karen C.
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