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A LaGrange woman uses her hobby to brighten peoples’ lives.

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Serving the communities of Lewis County, Mo. since 1862 (USPS 088-820) Vol. XLI New Series, No. 44 LaGrange, Mo. 63448 • 16 Pages • 2 Sections • 55 cents

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS SET YOUR CLOCKS BACK

Thursday, October 31, 2013

Trunk or Treat in LaGrange kicks off Halloween Festivities

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, AT 2:00 AM BACK TO 1:00 AM A good time to remember to check your smoke alarm and change the batteries is when you change your clocks twice a year as daylight savings time begins and ends.

HALLOWEEN ACTIVITIES The Canton Kiwanis Trunk or Treat will be held Thursday in the High School parking lot from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The annual costume parade also starts at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria. Trunk setup begins at 5:30 p.m. Individuals as well as businesses are invited to decorate a trunk. Participants can pick up a Trunk or Treat flyer to hang in their door the night of Halloween at County Market and Shelter Insurance in Canton. Prizes will be awarded for the best trunk. Refreshments will be available.

The LaGrange Youth Center is hosting a Family Halloween Party from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday. There will be a magic show and balloon “Dude” from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be available.

The First Baptist Church in Canton is hosting a Harvest Party and Trunk or Treat in the church parking lot from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday. There will be food, hot chocolate, games and candy. A campfire service will be from 7:30-8 p.m.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) will have their annual haunted house at the Lewis County Fairgrounds, Oct. 31 from 7 to 11 p.m. and Nov. 1 and 2 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.

BP STATION CLOSES The BP service station at 301 N. Fourth Street in Canton apparently was closing on Oct. 29. No further information was available at press time. Check the website at lewispnj.com for further updates when available.

(Photo by Rita Cox) Samantha Fitzgerald, Marketing Director at Mark Twain Casino, and Mariah Murphy of LaGrange both dressed as Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz at the Trunk or Treat held at the casino east parking lot on Oct. 28. Casino employees, businesses and individuals decorated trunks and passed out candy to over 250 children. Proceeds from the event benefit the LaGrange Community Youth Center.

Proposed Sales Tax Increase on Ballot Rita Cox Editor rita1@lewispnj.com Lewis County residents will vote Tuesday, Nov. 5 on a proposed sales tax increase.

The Lewis County Commission said the issue was put on the ballot with the intent that it would help to keep 911 services in the county.

The proposition reads: Shall the county of Lewis increase the previously authorized

county sales tax of five-eighths of one percent (5/8%) to one percent (1%) for the purpose of providing central dispatching of the fire protection, emergency ambulance service including emergency telephone services, and other emergency services? Lewis County Commissioner Fid Murphy, said the commission decided to have the proposition of an increased sales tax on put on the November ballot with the intent that it might help keep 911 services in Lewis County.

Lewistown to Vote on Lewis County Collector Sewer Bond Issue Robert “Bob” Veatch Dies Rita Cox Editor rita1@lewispnj.com Lewistown residents will vote, Tuesday, Nov. 5 for a Bond Issue needed for improvements for the Lewistown sewer system.

Lewistown officials are encouraging a yes vote on the issue. If the bond issue passes residents will see a minimal increase on the water and sewer rates. If it does not pass, user rates will almost double and the city would not be eligible for any USDA funding or low

interest loans.

Mayor Steve McKenzie said that he encourages everyone to make the right choice and do what is best for the city and the people.

The proposed is a revenue bond and will not affect property tax levies.

If passed, Lewistown will be eligible for funding or loans to help cover projected improvement costs.

Flyers with information have been passed out to residents and if anyone has any questions they are encouraged to call Mayor Steve McKenzie.

Robert E. Veatch, the current Lewis County Collector of Revenue died Oct. 28. 2013.

The Lewis County Commissioners said, “Mr. Veatch was well-liked and respected and on behalf of all the courthouse officials and employees they extend their deepest sympathy to his family. His service to Lewis County will not be forgotten and he will be sadly missed.”

The Collector’s office will continue to operate with business as usual and the process of appointing someone to the collector position will take place. Mr. Veatch’s term expires in March of 2015. He was elected in 1983 and had held the office of Collector since that time.

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The Lewis County 911 Board has decided to accept a bid from Marion County 911 to take over the 911 services which will begin Jan.1, 2014. Marion County 911 will receive 90 percent of the sales tax funded for 911. Ten percent will stay in the county to maintain the current building and equipment, pay off debt and possibly build up a reserve fund.

The Lewis County 911 Board has provided information about the current situation and issues, which appear on page 3A

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LOCAL NEWS Young Scout helps Veterans LaGrange woman warms

Henry Feldkamp of Canton, recently went on the Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. Feldkamp was sponsored by young Clayton LaCount who earned enough money selling popcorn to sponsor the trip.

Rita Cox Editor rita1@lewispnj.com Clayton LaCount is a Senior Webelo Scout and sells popcorn each year as a fundraiser for his troop. He has always donated part of his popcorn prize money to charity. In the past the money usually went to NECAC or Toys for Tots. This past year he sent toys and popcorn to

Union Beach, New Jersey. The Gunsauls family from LaGrange, is originally from Union Beach. Clayton knows the family because his dad, Ron, is the current Canton Fire Chief and Henry Gunsauls is the former LaGrange Fire Chief.

Clayton has been going on the Patriot Guard rides with his father to greet the Honor Flights when they return from their trip to Washington, D.C. He has also “stood the line” at funerals for veterans with the Patriot Guard. The LaCount family had discussed how businesses donate money so veterans could go on the Honor Flights. Clayton decided to help send a veteran and had hoped to raise $100 with popcorn sales. His popcorns sales were over $9,000 so he had enough money to sponsor the entire amount of $400 for one veteran. Henry Feldkamp was chosen. Mr. Feldkamp appreciated the young man’s efforts and had a great time on the trip to see the veterans memorials and other sites. More about Feldkamp military service will be in a future edition.

This year Clayton has set a goal of over $10,000 of fall popcorn sales and wants to sponsor two veterans this year to go on the 2014 Honor Flights. He does this in honor and memory of his great-grandfather, Wayne Priebe, who served in World War II and in honor of his grandfather, Ron LaCount, who served in Vietnam.

Popcorn sales have begun again for this year and Clay hopes to sell enough popcorn to be able to send two veterans on the honor flight. Anyone interested in purchasing popcorn can call or leave a message at 660-341-3988. Clay will also be selling popcorn at Orscheln’s on Nov. 9 beginning at 8 a.m.

NECAC to take applications for energy assistance The not-for-profit North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC), a 12-county area social service, community health and public housing Community Action Agency, will take applications for winter utility assistance from qualifying families and individuals starting Nov. 1.

Applications for the elderly and disabled began Oct. 1 and will continue.

Eligibility for energy assistance is based upon income, the number of people per household and the type of heating source.

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and is distributed through the Missouri Department of Social Services to non-profit groups such as NECAC. The program assists with paying part of the energy bills of income-qualifying people. Households may receive up to $450 each, depending upon the type of heating source.

Applications will be accepted by mail and in person from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays at NECAC Service Centers in each county.

People who receive a utility shut-off notice also may qualify for assistance through the Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP). Each energy assistance qualifying household can get up to $800 to help with paying overdue energy bills through ECIP.

“The need is extremely great this year, and we urge people to take advantage of the assistance offered by these programs,” said Linda Fritz, NECAC emergency services coordinator.

The programs run through April 30.

During the winter heating assistance season last year, NECAC served more than 4,000 households.

NECAC administers and operates selfsufficiency programs for the low-income, elderly, youth, disabled and disadvantaged through partnerships, contracts and grants with government agencies, private businesses and other non-profit groups. NECAC is one of 19 non-profit Community Action Agencies in Missouri and part of a national network of more than 1,000 agencies.

For more information, call or visit one of the following NECAC County Service Centers: • Lewis County: 408 S. Fourth in Canton — 573-288-3969.

• Marion County: 3518 Palmyra Road in Hannibal — 573-221-7166.

The two energy assistance programs are funded 100 percent with federal funds received from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) provided by the Missouri Department of Social Services, Family Support Division.

hearts and souls Rita Cox Editor rita1@lewispnj.com Ruth Shutwell of LaGrange has a hobby that keeps her busy, makes people happy and will benefit the community for many years to come.

She knits afghans. She has given many away but the ones she sells helps the LaGrange Baptist Church building fund.

Shutwell began making afghans in the late 1960s. She made several and sold them. In 1997, she worked hard and made 17 full sized afghans and donated them to kids in the hospital through Project Linus.

Project Linus is a nonprofit organization that provides homemade blankets to children in need, especially children with illnesses to give them a security blanket.

She also began making two afghans each year to donate to the Division of Aging in Marion County at the office where she worked and asked that they be given to senior citizens at Christmas time. She continued this through 2011 and had given away 90 afghans by that time.

She continues to make afghans and this year she has chosen people, mainly senior citizens, to give them to. Shutwell says it gives her great pleasure to find someone who she thinks could use a warm blanket or be cheered up by a gift. Everyone who receives one also knows that someone cares about them.

She has created over 225 afghans and the ones she sells the proceeds go to the LaGrange Baptist Church building fund.

Mrs. Shutwell and her family are involved in the church and volunteer doing various duties and wants to do her part to help fund the new church building Shutwell’s mother, Roberta, was a knitter and she picked up the skill from her mother. When her mother passed away in 1989 she inherited so much yarn from her that she didn’t think she would ever use it all, and so far she hasn’t. Other community members and friends have also given her yarn. As most knitters know sometimes their favorite yarn is discontinued, so she is

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Shutwell began making square plastic canvas coasters in 1990. She gave them away to the Lewis County Nursing Home and Country Aire Retirement Estates. She has also made coasters for two Baptist Homes in Missouri, St. Vincent’s Home in Quincy and fifty were sent to Bosnia with missionaries.

She has made over 1300 coasters and continues to produce them. She enjoys making the coasters and passes them out to people in waiting rooms, at the Quincy Park Bank concerts or just whenever she sees someone that she thinks needs one. The unexpected gift usually brings a smile to someone’s face and brightens their day.

In 2008 she began making St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs coasters that she sells with the proceeds also benefitting the LaGrange Baptist Church building fund. She has completed over 200 sports coasters.

Shutwell is an avid Cardinal baseball fan.

She had an uncle, Bob Talbot, who played for the Chicago Cubs as an outfielder in the late 1950s. Shutwell said in the evenings is “her time” after a day spent working or volunteering she sits down, usually to listen to or watch a St. Louis Cardinal game, and works on the afghans. The Cardinals appearance in the World Series is one of her highlights of the season although she is a fan no matter what their record is during the year.

Her father, Art Shannon

was a Cardinal fan, her mother would complain about Harry Carey, but the Cubs are her second favorite team.

Ruth is also known as the “Cookie Lady” a tradition she began several years ago of bringing sugar cookies to work. Her co-workers would give her a lot of hints about bringing more cookies to work if it had been a while since she had brought in a batch. Now she always has the dough ready to go, she makes a double batch, and freezes them so whenever cookies are needed for a church function or a pick me up to somebody, all she has to do is bake a batch. She does admit to liking the dough as much as the finished product. Her cookies are well known for their taste, but she modestly says it’s nothing special, just a recipe from a Betty Crocker cook book.

Ruth and her husband, Jim have two children, Angela and Melissa and two grandchildren, Amanda and Jacob. Ruth has always lived in Lewis County. At one point during their marriage, they had lived in three different places, all within two blocks of each location.

She has at least two projects on needles at all times, If she gets tired of working on one, because of the pattern or some other reason, she switches off to another piece.

Shutwell says that the people enjoy getting the blankets, but probably not as much as the joy she receives from making someone feel special.

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AROUND THE COUNTY 911 Information

Where In Lewis County?

Rita Cox Editor rita1@lewispnj.com

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The Lewis County 911 Board has provided the editor with information about their recent decision to transfer 911 services to Marion County 911. Comments from Marion County 911 Executive Director also are included.

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How was Lewis County 911 formed and under what authority does it operate?

The Lewis County 911 system was formed under State Statute 190.335 RSMo, approved by the voters and created the “Lewis County Emergency Services Board.”

By statute, Lewis County Emergency Services is an autonomous political subdivision with its own elected governing board and is not under the County Commission.

Lewis County 911 began providing enhanced 911 services in 2003. Lewis County 911 is funded by a county wide 5/8th’s cent sales tax which was approved by the voters.

This is 911’s primary source of revenue and is used to fund all costs related to operating the 911 system. Many items that are taxed by the State are not included in the sales tax revenue that 911 receives, for example, 911 does not receive sales tax from purchases of groceries or fuel.

What are the financial issues facing Lewis County 911?

In the face of weak economic conditions (stagnant sales tax revenues) 911 has experienced increases in personnel costs and other operational expenses.

What has the 911 board been doing about this impending financial crisis?

Voters in Lewis County approved a 5/8th cent sales tax to fund 911 operations. Under the 911 funding statutes, the maximum amount of sales tax that a county is authorized to collect for 911 is one cent (1%). In 2010, due to decreasing sales tax revenues and increasing operational costs, the 911 Board asked Lewis County voters for a 3/8th’s cent increase in the sales tax collected by 911 “to maintain and improve central dispatch services.”

In April 2010, Lewis County voters elected to vote down this initiative with 836 voters casting a NO vote (52%) to 761 (48%) voting YES. A second attempt was made in November 2010 and once again, the Lewis County voters said “NO” to increasing the 911 tax.

Due to the failure of the citizens to support an increase in the sales tax in 2010, the Board began making drastic cuts to both essential and non essential areas of 911 operations in an effort to continue to keep the doors open and provide at least the most basic level of service.

Some of the fiscal cutbacks that the board has made in recent years include: Reduced the amount of staff by having only one telecommunicator on duty and cut most benefits. Postponed necessary equipment and software upgrades.

Cancelled all nonessential services. Delayed the repair or replacement of broken equipment (including radios, dispatch console equipment and HVAC system.

What are some capital expenditures that 911 faces in the near future? CPE Equipment: The technological “heart and brains” of the 911 center is the call taking equipment (known as CPE Customer Premise Equipment). Next to the telecommunicator themselves, this is the second most critical component in the 911 center. This equipment processes the 911 call and displays the callers name, telephone number, and location. The database connected to this equipment also indicates what ESZ (Emergency Services Zone) the caller is in so the telecommunicator knows which police, fire and EMS agencies to dispatch and is integrated into a GIS (Geographical Information System) map where the coordinates of the caller are displayed. The current equipment in use today is the same equipment that was installed when the 911 center was built in 2003 In 2010, the manufacturer of this equipment announced that it would no longer sell replacement parts for this equipment after 2014, and would not provide repair support after 2015, as it has reached what is called its “endoflife.”

This means that both spare parts and service technicians to work on this equipment will be expensive and difficult (if not impossible) to find.

Another reason this equipment must be upgraded in the near future is the FCC has started issuing orders on a series of technologies collectively known as “Next Generation 911” that will enable citizens to “text” or send images and streaming video directly to the 911 PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point). The minimum amount that Lewis County 911 can be expected to spend to replace its current equipment to handle these “Next Gen” calls is $150,000.

With the current financial situation where our expenses have exceeded our income by an average of $5,000 per year, it is simply impossible for 911 to budget for these or other equipment upgrades.

Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) Lewis County 911 has had to stop providing EMD instructions because it could no longer afford the training costs. Lewis County 911 employs only five telecommunicators. In order to effectively resume providing EMD services we would need a minimum of ten dispatchers (five full time and five part-time) and re-hire a Medical Director to coordinate and review the protocols. It is estimated that the costs to provide EMD services back to the citizens of Lewis County would cost us over $213,000 per year.

This would not include the costs in training all of the telecommunicators and resuming the benefits.

Mapping/GIS-Lewis County 911 has not been able to update its computerized mapping (GIS) system for over three years. HVAC-The heating and air conditioning system at the 911 center has experienced catastrophic system failures due to its age. Outstanding Debts Lewis County 911 owes the Bank of Monticello approximately $54,000 for an outstanding loan used to purchase equipment several years ago. Emergency Generator-The emergency backup generator has reached an age where it requires ongoing maintenance to ensure its reliability during a power outage.

In 2009, the 911 Board began informing public safety agencies and educating the general public of the dire financial situation that it was facing. In 2010, the board attempted many ways to promote the information by handing out flyers, held public meetings, hosted soup

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suppers, went door to door, attended Fire Department and EMS meetings. A unified message was sent out loud and clear that things were beginning to get bad.

The 911 Board discussed with the County Commission about the current practice of 911 paying for the replacement of county road signs that were stolen or damaged and the financial hardship that this was causing on 911’s budget.

The County Commission and other County Elected officials were very aware of the financial issues facing 911 because they were involved with the process of putting the previous sales tax increases on the ballot. They were informed by 911 of why the funding increase was needed and what might happen if we were unable to increase our revenues.

Over the years 911 has been struggling, the board itself was comprised of many ad board members who were employed by and held elected positions within the City of Canton and LaGrange. We have had past and present board members who worked for the Lewis County Sheriff ’s Office and the Lewis County Ambulance District.

What services were required in the bid specifications?

The bid required complete 911 call taking and dispatching services. We asked for bidders to provide two options: Option 1 for emergency dispatching of law enforcement, fire and EMS and Option 2 for emergency dispatching of only fire and EMS. What were the benefits and detractions for each bid?

Lewis County Sheriff ’s office: Benefits: Would keep 911 dispatching services within Lewis County. Detractions: LCSO could not currently provide the minimum standard of services of a 911 PSAP without extensive expenditures in equipment, training, and personnel. After paying for the bid services, the additional items not covered in the proposal would have been the responsibility of the Lewis County 911 Board.

Marion County 911: Benefits: Marion 911 was currently meeting all requirements of a 911 PSAP and demonstrated that they could adequately handle all of Lewis County’s needs.

Their proposal covered all of the costs of providing services within our existing funding levels and allowed for funds to be retained by the 911 Board to build reserves to hopefully return services to Lewis County someday.

Detraction: Services would be provided outside of Lewis County and would result in the loss of five current employees.

Why did the Lewis County 911 board award the bid to Marion County 911?

The Lewis County 911 Board felt that for the price being requested and the services being provided to both 911 callers and responding agencies that the Marion County 911 proposal was the only proposal that met the specifications, demonstrated real world knowledge on the inner workings of a 911 dispatch center and could provide the required standard of care at a reasonable cost.

Why didn’t the board wait until the sales tax was voted on to make their decision? Historically, Lewis county voters have twice denied requested increases in the E-911 sales tax. Despite loud protests to the contrary, it is not clear that a majority of the voters favor increasing the tax levy.

If the increase would pass, the funding would not be realized until April 2014 and we cannot financially support dispatching services, let alone services that meet the required standard of care, until that time.

Increasing the sales tax to 1 cent (and using this year’s income figures AND anticipating that there is no decline in sales tax revenue), the additional income should be nearly $149,000. This will not enable the E-911 center to meet required equipment upgrades and necessary training or staffing for the standards of care. It should also be noted that sales tax income is unreliable. There is no way to guarantee that the funds will come in. As we have seen in this past two years, declining sales tax revenues endangers the Lewis County E-911 Center’s ability to provide services. The board was not unanimous in its decision to place it on the ballot.

Why did the Lewis County 911 board use closed sessions to review bids?

From the moment the request for proposals was advertised, the Lewis County 911 board has been threatened with a lawsuit. Following the advice of legal counsel, the board used the full extent of Missouri statutes to protect the best interest of the Lewis County 911 center and the taxpayers who support it.

The bids are now considered open records and are available for inspection by the public by submitting an

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UPCOMING EVENTS October 31 Canton

School Parking lot Kiwanis Trunk or Treat and Costume Contest 6-7:30 p.m

Canton First Baptist Church Trunk or Treat and Harvest Party 5-8 p.m

November 2 Canton

Eagle Auxiliary Biscuits & gravy, at Canton Sr. Housing from 8-10 am Canton Christian Church 9am - 2 pm CWF bazaar If you have an event you’d like to share, send it to: news@ lewispnj.com.

LaGrange St. Peter’s Lutheran Smorgasbord Bazaar 2 - 4:30 pm

November 3 Ewing

Queen of Peace Turkey Dinner 11 am - 1:30 pm

November 5 Lewis County ELECTION

Canton Masonic Hall 610 Washington Ham & Bean Dinner 11 am - 7 pm

November 6 Lewistown

MFA Oil Annual mtg. at Fairgrounds 6:30 - 8 pm

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EDITORIAL

Letter to Editor To the Editor: Many people in Lewis County, including the Sheriff, City Police and Fire Districts would like to see 911 dispatch service stay in Lewis County.

No one wants to see Lewis County tax dollars leave the County.

It takes a lot of money to maintain good service.

It’s also true, the tax base for Lewis County has decreased during these difficult economic times.

Lewis County 911 Board has threatened for months to take 911 dispatch service out of Lewis County. It is a fact, the 911 Board had offers of help from other sources, as well as proposals from the Lewis County Sheriff ’s Office to keep 911 dispatch in Lewis County. Those offers were declined. Beginning January 2014, Lewis County 911 dispatch services will be handled by Marion County, under a three year contract, approved by the Board.

Once again, the 911 Board is asking taxpayers, to dig deeper to fix this mess, with the promise that they will bring 911 dispatch service back to Lewis County. That is, after they pay off debt, are able to update equipment, train and rehire staff and

accrue surplus funds.

The current 911 Board has been unwilling to publicly disclose budgets, answer questions, negotiate with the Sheriff or even be held accountable for standard business practices of accounting.

The Lewis County Republican Committee made a written request for records October 7. The response from the Board was, for a fee and not until November 8. A little late to get information to the public for a November 5 vote.

In 2010, Lewis County 911 Board was cited by the Missouri State Auditor, for not having “developed adequate procedures to prepare and monitor budgets and accounting records” www.auditor.mo.gov/ press/2010-84. They were also cited for not providing reasons for closing a meeting and not documenting corresponding votes to close a meeting.

It is the recommendation of the Lewis County Republican Central Committee, Vote NO, November 5 ballot issue to increase Lewis County sales tax.

Nancy Berhorst Vice Chairman, Lewis County Republican Central Committee

Canton Police Report The following are the arrests made by the Canton Police Department from Oct. 18 through Oct. 24.

Sharon A. Miller, 30, of

Canton, Mo., was arrested for peace disturbance.

The department had 17 traffic violations resulting in 12 verbal warnings and five citations.

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Canton Civic Club The Canton Civic Club October meeting was held in the home of Sue Johnson Oct. 15. The meeting was called to order by Vice President, Sue Johnson.

Roll call found 11 members present.

It was noted that we had a very successful Homecoming bake sale, and these funds will be applied to our scholarship fund.

Nina Porter reported the Food Bank served 325 families for the month of October. It was also reported that Roberta Willis and Kay Bader cleaned up trash on White Street.

Donna Pierce said she spoke to Judy Eaton of NECAC regarding the Fall Food collection needed for the holidays, Judy indicating she prefers we donate canned meats this year (i.e. turkey, tuna, ham etc.) rather than individual hams or turkeys.

Of course canned vegetables and fruits are always

needed. Members are to bring canned foods to our November meeting for the NECAC Fall Food Collection, which will be held at the home of Rosemary Taylor.

It was decided the club would provide for a needy family which includes three children at Christmas.

Discussion was held regarding the bake sale for Homecoming in October of 2014 and how to make it more visible and raise more funds.

The program was presented by artist, Sandy Eccles. Sandy brought several pieces of her art work and displayed them. Sandy also enlightened us with little stories of each piece and how they came to be.

Carla Tobin and Donna Pierce will assist with Senor Bingo at the Center; there will not be bingo for the months of November and December at the Senior Center.

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LaBelle Community CWF The La Belle Community CWF met at the La Belle Fire House on Oct. 5, with the following members present: Betty Robertson, Lucille Noble, Lois Parrish, Karen Lasswell, Margaret Miller, Sue Sharp, Ottie Lewis, and Judy Pitford.

Betty gave the opening prayer. The group’s prayer list was updated. Scripture was read.

Betty mentioned that Sherwood’s Antiques in La Grange has a Christmas Store every year for children to shop for gifts for their families. Anyone

wanting to donate gently used items to the store may contact either Betty Robertson or Brian Gosney for pickup.

The Northeast Area CWF sent a check for hosting the Fall Assembly in September. It was discussed restructuring the local group, being more ecumenical and less affiliated with the Disciples Women’s group. More discussion will be held at the meeting on November 2, 8:30 a.m., at the Fire House.

IMAGES OF YESTERYEAR

This photo was featured last week and the Lewis County Historical Society has proved the names for the children.

Air Point School- May, 1910. Top Row: Mary Blackburn, Cecil Lillard, Bessie Blackburn, Lydia Rodgers Veatch, Austin Rodgers. Bottom Row: Esther Fersaw, Harold Rodgers, Clarence Blackburn, Rhoda Mae Goodwin, Audrey Blackburn, Elmo Blackburn, Charlie Lillard, Leslie Goowin, Lear Vanskike, Minnie Cleek, Grace Dedrick, Eugenia Fersaw, Mill Elsie Bennett, Teacher.

School Bus Safety Emphasized by Missouri State Highway Patrol The Missouri State Highway Patrol reminds drivers that school is in session. Every week day across the state, our young people are traveling to and from school. In 2012, three persons were killed and 353 people were injured in 886 school bus crashes in Missouri. Missouri schoolchildren are placed at risk needlessly when drivers do not stop for a school bus stop arm. It’s important that drivers remember and observe state law pertaining to school buses and vehicle operation.

Missouri law states that on a twolane road, if a school bus is stopped and displaying warning signals while

loading or unloading children, drivers must stop when meeting and following the bus. It is only necessary to stop on a four-lane highway when following the bus. However, drivers must obey the stop sign, stop arm, and flashing lights of a school bus.

The school year is far from over.

Thousands of Missouri’s children are going to school every day. It is critical that drivers be alert. It is imperative that parents talk to their children about being alert—whether they walk, bike, drive, or ride— when traveling to school each day.

Students walking to school should use sidewalks, be aware of their sur-

roundings at all times, and observe marked crosswalks. All drivers need to pay attention. Using a cell phone, texting, or adjusting the radio are distractions and can lead to a traffic crash. Drivers must pay attention and observe all traffic laws. Even before a school bus turns on its red or yellow flashing lights, drivers should be vigilant—the school bus may be stopping or turning at some point.

It’s up to all of us to ensure that our children arrive at school safely.

Please, watch for school buses and schoolchildren. Do your part.

911 Information continued from page 3A open records request to the Lewis County 911 Custodian of Records, at 100 S. Washington St. Monticello, Missouri, 63457. Meeting minutes and other documents will be posted on a web site in the near future for public viewing anytime at no cost.

Mike Hall, Executive Director of Marion County Emergency Services was asked and answered the following questions.

PNJ-If Marion County gives a portion of the dispatching to the Sheriff ’s department, is there a percentage that will go to them and if so, how much?

Mike Hall- At this point, it is unknown. We are planning to sit down with all law enforcement agency heads in the coming days to explore if it is financially and operationally feasible to maintain a separate law enforcement dispatch component within Lewis County. The law enforcement leadership in Lewis County will need to decide if they will be better served by their own dispatch or with centralized dispatch through Marion County (where all Lewis County public safety agencies will be dispatched directly from the same location that the 911 call is answered). It’s generally accepted that transferring to a secondary dispatcher can cause delays in calls being dispatched and increases the likelihood that information may be missed during the process.

It is also likely that the percentage of funding provided would not cover all operational and personnel expenses and any agency that chooses to “opt out” and not be served by Marion County would have increased out-of-pocket costs that they would need to budget for.

Under the centralized dispatching agreement with Marion County, these agencies would not experience any additional costs for emergency dispatching - saving money for the agency and the taxpayers.

PNJ-How financially stable is Marion County 911?

Mike Hall- Marion County 911 is in a very stable position financially. We are funded by a 1/2 cent countywide sales tax which has allowed us to provide for the purchase, equipping, and operation of a state-of-the-art $2.4 million dollar dispatch center which was opened in 2009. Our staffing is very stable and we provide excellent training, benefits and competitive wages to our employees. Our most recent audit report (2012) reflected this position and states that “the assets of the Board exceeded their liabilities at the close of the most recent fiscal year by $997,227 (net assets). Of this amount, $372,846 (unrestricted net assets) may be used to meet the Board’s ongoing operations.” Having assets in excess of liabilities of almost $1,000,000 is a very strong position for an organization our size to be in. We are fortunate that

our local economy has weathered the financial turmoil of 2009-2011 fairly well and we have recently seen additional retail growth and business expansion within the county which helps to further strengthen our financial position.

PNJ- If you are not hiring any more dispatchers, what will the extra money be used for?

Mike Hall: As we have said all along, if we end up providing 911 services to Ralls and Lewis County we will certainly add additional dispatching staff. Since Lewis County has agreed to enter into a 3 year agreement with us we have started that process by testing twenty (20) applicants in the last week. We seek to bring on board four (4) new hires out of this recruitment cycle and additional hires as necessary in the future. We have encouraged existing Lewis County 911 employees to apply for these positions although they will need to go through the same application, testing and background check as all of our new hires must do.

Like many organizations, we too have experienced increased operational costs and personnel expenses (for example, health insurance premiums have increased by double-digits). We also face upgrading our 911 equipment in the next three to five years. The advantage of Lewis and Marion County consolidating their 911 operations into one system is that substantial cost savings can be shared between the two counties. 911 equipment upgrades are very costly and something that is completely impossible for Lewis County to accomplish on its own.

By consolidating, Lewis County residents will realize the benefits of this new technology much sooner and without the burden of finding a way to fund this equipment on their own. Not to mention, Lewis County 911 is currently being staffed by only one dispatcher most of the time. After the consolidation with Marion County 911, the average staffing will be 3-4 dispatchers on duty at a time which will ultimately give Lewis County citizens and agencies better overall service than they have been able to provide on their own, plus we will resume providing vital life saving services such as Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD). Having said all of that, the revenue received from Lewis County 911 will go to offset the upfront hardware and infrastructure costs incurred in the transition of service (which right now is estimated to be approximately $20,000.00) and the additional expenses in adding personnel (training, salary, benefits, etc).Remaining surplus funds will go towards operational reserves to upgrade essential equipment that will directly benefit the citizens and emergency responders of both Lewis and Marion Counties in the coming years.

The full report from Lewis County 911 can be viewed at the Press-News Journal website, lewispnj.com

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Huebotter, Setzer announce engagement

Jack and Chris Huebotter

Jack and Chris Huebotter of Lewistown are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Sarah, to Nick Setzer, both of Spring Lake, North Carolina. Sarah is the graddaughter of Gene and Betty Huebotter of LaBelle and the late Clarence and Esther Wiskirchen of Ewing.

Sarah graduated from Highland High School in 2007, and then graduated from Columbia College in 2010 with a BS degree in business and in 2011 with a MA degree in Education. Sarah is a second grade teacher in Hartnett County Schools in Anderson Creek, North Carolina.

Nick, son of Dale and Janet Setzer, graduated from Raymore-Peculiar High School in 2005, and then graduated from Columbia College in 2009 with an associate’s degree in criminal justice and a BA degree in general studies. Nick completed the ROTC program at University of MOColumbia, and currently is a captain in the US Army. Nick is stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina while completing training in the Civil Affairs branch.

The couple is planning a Dec. 31, 2013 wedding in Columbia.

LaGrange Lutheran Smorgasbord and Bazaar The St. Peter’s Ladies Aid will host the annual smorgasbord and bazaar will be held at the St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 300 South Seventh Street, LaGrange, Sat-

urday, Nov. 2. The bazaar begins at 2 p.m. and serving for the smorgasbord begins at 4:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

LaGrange Methodist God’s Portion Sale The LaGrange United Methodist Church will host their annual God’s Portion Luncheon and auction on Nov. 9.

Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The menu will offer a variety of soups, chicken salad sandwiches, homemade desserts and drinks. A donation is requested. The auction will begin at 1 p.m. and offer a variety of items in-

Celebrating 50 years of marriage

Charles and Nancy Arnold of Lewistown, Mo., will be honored for 50 years of marriage with an open house, Nov. 3, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Lewistown. The event is hosted by their children. Family and friends are invited; no gifts are requested.

The couple was married on October 29, 1963 in Park Place Baptist Church in Houston, Texas.

Mrs. Arnold is the former Nancy Jean Youngblood, daughter of the late J.W. and

Willie Mae (Wilson) Youngblood. Mr. Arnold is the son of the late Charles and Margaret Alice (Coder) Arnold, Sr. They are the parents of Larry Arnold and wife Carla of Canton, Mo., Bob Arnold and wife Pam of LaGrange, Mo. and Chuck Arnold and wife Betsy of Troy, Mo. They have six grandchildren.

The Arnold’s are member of the First Baptist Church of Lewistown and are owners of Arnold’s Funeral Homes in Lewistown and Canton.

Full-tuition scholarship competition underway Culver-Stockton is pleased to announce the 30th annual Pillars for Excellence Scholarship Competition. Winners of the competition receive a scholarship of full-tuition for four years at Culver-Stockton, awarded annually at freshman value.

The total value of the 20122013 scholarship was more than $92,000.

There are four general requirements for students to compete for the scholarship. Students must apply and be admitted to CulverStockton, have a minimum composite score of 26 on the ACT or an equivalent SAT score and have a minimum 3.75 GPA (on a 4.0 scale), or

be in the top 10 percent of their classes. They also must be first-time freshmen.

For incoming freshmen who are interested in competing, the competition runs from Oct. 1 through Jan. 31. During that time, competitors need to visit CulverStockton’s campus for an interview with two members of the Culver-Stockton College faculty. Additionally, students must respond to a prompt with an essay written prior to the conclusion of the competition.

“The Pillars for Excellence Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for any student that would be eligible to compete. All competitors,

regardless of whether are accepted as a Pillars recipient, will gain admission into our unique Honors program which is a spectacular educational opportunity,” said Misty McBee, director of admission.

Recipients of the scholarship are expected to demonstrate the qualities of mind and the qualities of a person that will allow a student to flourish in C-SC’s rigorous but community-orientated academic environment and in the challenging world beyond college.

For more information or to apply, go to www.culver. edu/pillars.

cluding crafts, fresh baked pies, cookies, rolls, cakes, fudge and many new donated items. A beautiful hand made, hand quilted quilt will be auctioned. Carry outs are available by calling (573) 655- 4328.

The LaGrange United Methodist Church is located at 200 North Fourth Street in LaGrange. Rev. Steve Martin is the pastor. Everyone is welcome.

Highland FBLA installs new officers

Thursday, November 7, 2013 Get your results in 15 minutes!

The Highland High School FBLA Chapter conducted their formal installation ceremony Oct. 23 to induct officers and new members into the chapter for the 2013-2014 school year. Pictured are the officers (from left to right) Brittany

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Wieprecht (Treasurer), Micayla Murphy (Secretary), Garrett Gray (Vice-President), Trey Olson (Co-President), Sydney Luttrull (Reporter), Kailey BowlinKerwin (Historian), and Haley Kirkham (Co-President).

Early detection and treatment of diabetes can decrease the risk of developing complications from diabetes like heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke and more. Now is the time... don’t wait until it’s too late.

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Chapter BO P.E.O. Chapter BO met in the home of Nancy Tiemann for their summer picnic in June.

Mary Ellen Todd from Chapter Bo was a welcomed guest.

Kendra Tiemann gave a book review of the book SENSIBLE SHOES written

by Sharon G Brown. The author tells the moving story of four strangers as they embark together on a journey of spiri-

tual formation. Along their way they find themselves drawn from their lives of isolation to find support for the deeper life with God. Donna Westhoff will be hostess for the October meeting. Brenda Mallett, President of Chapter BO will give a report of Missouri state chapter convention held at Tan Tar in the Summer

Register for a Diabetes Screening today!

To Register for an Appointment Call 1802 Elm Street . Canton, MO 63435 (off Highway 61, across from County Market)

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By Myrna Hoteling In North America there are 19 owl species. Several can rotate their head 270 degrees in each direction.

Their eyes are tubular not circular so head needs to rotate to see around. Five species of owls are featured in the Harry Potter movies; barn, great gray, snowy, short eared and great horned. Hope you see one on Halloween.

Larry and Dorothy Gillespie, Pam and Courtney Stewart of La Grange, Kenny and Donna Gillespie, Aaron and Kelly Moore, Allen and Kayla of Lewistown, surprised Lucille Gillespie on her 93rd birthday with a party at the Saints Avenue Cafe.

Wilma Weathers took the train to Chicago to the home of her daughter Dee Dee Henderson. Her grandson, Jordan wanted his grandmother to see him pitch in a ball game and his season was coming to a close. Jordan came away with a win and his grandmother was especially glad she had seen this game.

The sixth birthday of Chevelle McCutchan was the occasion for a party.

Her mother, Crystal and brother Tucker, grandmother, Tina McCutchan, aunt Bettina Wainwright and cousins Eli and Nick with friends, Daniella, Brooklyn and Chloe Carper joined the fun at bonkers. Arriving back home they had cupcakes with candles which relit making for a lot of puffing.

Her grandparents Terry and Marilyn Laudell and Daddy, Hunter joined the group. Not wishing to call

it a day the children had a sleep over.

Viola Tracy enjoyed lunch out and visiting with her daughters, Susan Novinger, Connie Frieden and Donna Stice last week.

Seven La Grange Girl Scouts dressed in Halloween attire visited residents of the Lewis County Nursing Home with leaders, Gail Vaughn, Dana Reid, Stacy Lewis and Susan Murphy. One particular guest was Lewis County’s oldest girl scout, Betty Leeser.

Ed and Pat Stambaugh took his mother, Bessie Stambaugh when they visited his sister Virginia Carpenter at her home in Novelty, MO. Phyllis and Russell Heindselman went to the home of their son, Matt on Thursday. They went to the school of granddaughters Sheridan and Emma where Grandparents Day was being held. They also watched the girls participate in a volleyball game.

Russell returned home but Phyllis remained and journeyed to St. Joe, Mo., to see grandson, Ian Fast in the play Les Miserables where as the soldier, Enjolras, he had the solo “Do You Hear The People Sing?” Ian had warned his grandmother that he was not hurt in this scene not wanting her to rush on stage and attack his attacker. She enjoyed it very much. Sunday Matt Heindselman came to the area for some bow hunting. No luck.

Remember November 3 you can turn your clocks back.

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By Erma Dee Jones Brenda Goings, Claire Wehrmann and Erma Dee Jones attended Installation of Offices at Kahoka Chapter No. 40, Order of Eastern Star on Thursday evening. Retiring Worthy Matron, Gloria Macomber, performed her duties but was in pain due to her knee which was injured in a fall on Sept. 4. She was to have an MRI on Friday. Member Richard Morris had the misfortune to fall and break his neck.

We are saddened to learn of the recent deaths of Cy Spurgeon, John Sharpe and Robert Veatch. Sympathy is extended to their families.

Family members who spent the day with Erma Dee Jones on Saturday were her sons, Doug Martin of Canton and Kevin and Robin Martin of Ewing, who were accompanied by grandchildren, Rebecca

and Landon of Monroe City. The men worked on outside projects which was much appreciated.

Erma Dee Jones secured her consignment spot at the Holiday Mall in Canton at the Lewis County Historical Society building.

She also visited the newly opened Art Cafe and sampled their delicious pastry.

It is destined to become a favorite spot to patronize.

Doris West of LaPlata visited by telephone with Erma Dee Jones on Sunday. They first met in 1947 and have continued to be friends since then.

Claire Wehrmann called on LaVerne Bevans in Quincy one afternoon last week and found her much improved.

We feel comfortable with where we are in the world when we are comfortable with who we are.

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LaGrange Class of 63 Reunion

LaGrange Class of 1963 are, front row (l-r) Fran (Guilfoyle) Genners, Margaret (Wolfmeyer) Jarvis, Linda (Schork) Laws, Paulette (Garkie) Novell, Nancy (Nunn) Tiemann, Patty (Solter) Logsdon, Phyllis (Evans) Shaffer. Back row, (l- r) Lance Solter, John Shaffer, Charlie Musser, Jim Bailey, Ray Sullens, Phil Garkie, Kirt Brinkley.

The LaGrange High School Class of 1963 held their 50 year reunion on Oct. 28 at the Lions Club Hall in LaGrange with a social hour and dinner served by Lions Club members. Phyllis Schaffer led the prayer for the blessing of the food.

John Schaffer served as Master of Ceremonies. A time

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By Loretta Bringer Charilyn Stalder helped celebrate Meg Stalder’s birthday Sunday afternoon. Meg is her granddaughter and they celebrated in the home of her son, Bill Stalder in Quincy.

South Union Baptist Church will have their worship service at 10:30 starting Nov. 3 and the Sunday School is at 9:30.

They are preparing a special celebration for Veterans in the worship service on November 10. Everyone is invited to attend.

Irene Durst visited her sister, Mary Swanson, in

Hannibal at Luther Manor on Wednesday. They went shopping and had lunch at McDonalds.

Loretta Bringer attended the Hannibal Regional Hospital luncheon on Monday and worked at the popcorn stand at Taste of Palmyra on Monday evening. The Taste of Palmyra was a wonderful success and thanks to the many people that work to make it so much fun.

Paul and Irene Durst met Irene’s brother, Pat and his friend, Joan at the Lions Fish Fry on Friday

of remembrance honored the deceased members of the class with their obituaries and pictures displayed. Deceased members are Georgette (East) Van Tress, Sandra (Frieden) Pagan, Keela (Barr) Harris, Patricia Dodson, Ronnie Meyer, Kenny Gaus, LaVern Tieman, Sue (Shannon) Downs. night in LaGrange.

We were sorry to learn of the death of John Sharpe. He was well known in the Maywood area and is survived by his wife, Elizabeth.

Marvin Bringer, Ann Brink, and Gene Trautvetter attended the funeral services for Miriam Feldkamp at the Lutheran Church in LaGrange on Friday.

Miriam’s husband, Neal survives. They had lunch at the new Art Cafe in Canton later in the afternoon and enjoyed a nice visit with another cousin, Elmer Moore.

Rachel and Bobby Shepherd attended the “A Night With C.S.Lewis” at the Roland Fine Arts Center at Hannibal LaGrange

University Saturday evening.

Friday, Katrina, Kaden and Jeremy Hunerkoch were visitors of Jack and Pete Fountain and spent the weekend. While here they visited with their Grandmother, Adeline Davis in Edina and Derek, Amy and Brighton Johnson in Lewistown.

The Chris Fountain family from Palmyra came for a visit and Sunday after church the family all went to Flower City Park in Palmyra for pictures.

Later Katrina, Chris and Tracy all participated in the “Scare Away Malaria” 5K run. That evening they enjoyed hot dogs, pumpkin carving, and s’mores around a campfire.

Salt River Master Gardeners The Salt River Master Gardeners will meet at 7 p.m.

Nov. 5, at the Palmyra Sesquicentennial Building in Palmyra. A well-known Quincy photographer and educator. John Gephardt will be the speaker this month. The Salt River Master Gardeners are a group of Missouri Master Gardeners from Marion, Ralls, Monroe, Pike,

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and Lewis counties. One of their goals is to have continuing education for adults and children. The public is invited to attend. For information contact Cecelia Obert, President 573-822-5481, or Alix Carpenter, Agronomy Specialist, University of Missouri Extension, Marion County 573- 769-2177.

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OATS Bus The OATS Bus members met for their monthly meeting at the Canton Senior Center on Oct. 18. Some of the members had lunch at the Center and others went out to eat. The group will have the election of officers at the next meeting in November. The meetings are always on the third Friday of each month at the Canton Senior Center. Everyone is

welcome and encouraged to attend.. The contact number for riders needing service for the Canton area is Frances Adams at (573) 288-5544. Attending were driver Norman Adams, Frances Adams, Jeanette Buragas. Mary Edmonston, Patsy Geery, Lucille Gillespie, Mary Kay Meyers and Edith Schmuck.

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Fresh homemade cinnamon rolls $1.50

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Lunch 11 am - 2 pm Chili & Veggie Soup, sandwiches

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COMMUNITY NEWS All Saints’ Day Concert The Culver-Stockton Concert Choir and Chamber Choir are performing in an All Saints’ Day Concert choir concert at the Canton Christian Church at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 1. The concert celebrates the centennial of English composer Benjamin Britten’s birth with works for choir and organ. Guest organist Rhonda Bas-

inger will accompany the choir under the direction of Dr. Elliot Jones in works by Britten, Gerald Finzi and Edgar Bainton. They will also perform the regional premier of a newly composed work by composer Gerald Near.

This concert is free and open to the public.

Be Cautious of Deer Near Highways This Fall

NECAC held its Annual Meeting and Installation of Officers and Directors Dinner on Oct. 22. NECAC President and Chief Executive Officer Don Patrick, left, and NECAC Board Chairman Lyndon Bode presented certificates of recognition to NECAC Lewis County Board Members John Bracey and Paul Kinney, both of Canton. Not pictured is NECAC Lewis County Board Member Jesse Roberts of Ewing.

and that we will successfully prevail.”

After being sworn in as chairman of the board, Lyndon Bode of Palmyra said in his remarks “We’ll be ready and prepared to take action and do whatever we need to do to make sure people are getting the help we can provide them. Our purpose is to give them a helping hand. That’s what we’ve been doing and we’ll continue to do it.”

Charles McCann of St. Joseph, former director of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) with the Missouri Department of Social Services and a Certified Community Action Professional (CCAP) with the National Community Action Partnership, performed the installation ceremony.

Following are the other officers McCann installed for 2013-2014: Vice-Chairman: Fred Vahle of Warrenton, Warren County; Secretary: D. Randall Cone of Louisiana, Pike County; Trustees: Mike Bridgins of St. Peters, St. Charles County; Troy Dawkins of Shelbina, Shelby County: and John Bracey of Canton, Lewis County. NECAC President and Chief Executive Officer Don Patrick also took the oath of office. The seven make up the board’s Executive Committee.

Also sworn in were directors Jesse Roberts of Ewing and Paul Kinney of Canton.

Lewis County FSA Reminds Producers to Report Wheat, Hay, Pasture Missouri producers are reminded that crop acreage reporting dates changed in 2012. Producers must now report all perennial and biennial forage crops (hay, pasture, rangeland) for the 2014 crop year by November 15, 2013. The deadline to report fall-seeded small grains is December 15, 2013.

All 2014 perennial and biennial forage acres, such as pasture acreage intended for haying or grazing, must be reported to FSA by the Nov. 15th deadline. All fall-seeded small grain acreage, such as winter wheat, barley and oats, must be reported by Dec. 15. Reports for fall-seeded small grains will be accepted up until Dec. 16th as Dec. 15th falls on a weekend. Reports that are not timely filed may be subject to a late-file fee.

We would like to thank our children for the 50th Wedding Anniversary party and gifts.

We also would like to thank all who came to the party and the ones who called, sent cards & gifts for us.

Thank you very much.

Earnest & Edna Martin

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced that firewood cutting for personal use will be allowed by permit on designated areas of Mark Twain Lake.

The cutting period will begin on November 4, 2013, and continue through February 15, 2014. Please be aware that firewood cutting areas may close for short durations during this period to accommodate hunting seasons and ground conditions.

The fee for a firewood permit

Included in the upcoming reporting dates are crops that were planted as cover crops.

The change in crop acreage reporting dates was the result of a combined effort of FSA and the Risk Management Agency (RMA) to make acreage reporting easier and standardized for crop insurance and FSA purposes. All acreage must be reported for a farm, including crops on non-cropland such as hayed or grazed grassland and other cover crops. Reporting acreage ensures producers are compliant with current and future FSA farm programs, including disaster assistance.

Call the Lewis County FSA office (573) -7675274 for more information.

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Buffet Style Turkey Dinner & Raffle Sunday, November 3, 2013 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Adults - $10.00 Children 5-12 - $4.00 (under 5 Free)

increase your long-distance visibility, use your high beams if other cars aren’t approaching.

If you encounter a deer, don’t sound your horn but slow down or stop until the animal passes. If you see one, others may be right behind. Swerving may only place you in the path of the veering animal or another deer or two coming right behind the first. You may also lose control and cause more harm and damage than colliding with the deer.

Finally, remember to stay alert, slow down and buckle up. Most people injured in deer-vehicle collisions weren’t wearing a seat belt.

Deer crossing signs are posted in areas where collisions or sightings occur frequently, but deer are unpredictable. If you should hit a deer, report the accident to your local sheriff ’s office, the Missouri Highway Patrol or municipal police. Don’t approach an injured or frightened deer because their sharp, hard hooves can seriously injure or kill you. MoDOT’s maintenance crews will remove dead animals as quickly as they can get to them.

Firewood cutting at Mark Twain Lake

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The not-for-profit North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC), a 12-county area social service, community health and public housing Community Action Agency, held its Annual Meeting and Installation of Officers and Directors Dinner on Oct. 22 at the Church of the Nazarene Fellowship Hall in Bowling Green.

NECAC administers and operates programs for the low-income, elderly, youth, handicapped and disadvantaged through partnerships, contracts and grants with government agencies, private businesses and other non-profit groups.

NECAC is one of 19 non-profit Community Action Agencies in Missouri and part of a national network of 980 agencies.

In his annual report, NECAC President and Chief Executive Officer Don Patrick offered praise to board members, staff and volunteers who helped make 2012-2013 another successful year for serving the disadvantaged despite difficulties. He also looked to the future.

“As we go forward in the year ahead, we will face many more challenges -- and many more opportunities,” Patrick said. “However, as we face those new challenges and opportunities, I am confident in the resources, experience and dedication of our board of directors, employees and volunteers. And, as usual, I expect we will meet these new challenges and opportunities head-on,

Deer-vehicle collisions on Missouri highways increase each fall when bucks become more active and weather turns colder. A recent insurance survey now places Missouri among the highest states in deer-vehicle crashes.

Some 3,980 collisions with deer occurred last year on Missouri’s highways, resulting in five fatalities and 411 injuries. Although some accidents with deer are unavoidable, motorists can take extra precautions to reduce the chance of striking these agile but unpredictable animals.

First, be aware that deer are coming out of the wooded areas to reach clearings now. Bucks are seeking mates and aggressively establishing their territories, challenging other bucks. Does are leaving their maturing fawns, beginning the process of separation. And farmers are harvesting corn and beans, which drives deer from natural cover into open areas like highways.

Be prepared for deer to cross or dart into a road at any time, particularly around dusk and dawn.

Most (85%) of deer strike crashes occur from 5 p.m. to 6:49 a.m. To

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is $10.00. Firewood cutting for commercial use or resale is prohibited. Permits must be obtained in person between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the Mark Twain Lake Project Office. Payment may be made by personal check, money order, credit card, or cash. For further information, contact the Mark Twain Lake Project Office, 20642 Highway J, Monroe City, Missouri 63456, or telephone (573) 735-4097.

$6.00 Adults advance ($7.00 at door) $3.00 under age 12

HAM & BEAN DINNER Tues., Nov. 5, 2013 ~ 11 am - 7 pm

MASONIC HALL Craft Lodge No 287 610 Washington, Canton Ham & Beans • Cornbread Beef & Noodles • Pie • Drink

Carry-out available

Annual Lord’s Acre Lunch Monticello Methodist Church Monticello, M0

Thursday, November 7 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Suggested donation - $9.00 Turkey, dressing, noodles, vegetables, salads, homemade rolls and pies.

Carry outs available.

Craft bazaar and bake sale also available.

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Highland Marching Band

Blessing-Rieman to have informational sessions for RNs

The Highland High School Band had a successful marching season that included winning several awards.

The band appeared in several parades and field show competitions. They also performed at all Highland home football games with a pregame show and a field show at halftime of each game.

The Highland Marching Band completed marching season with performances in several parades, field show competitions and home football games. Awards received include: Grand Champion - Overall Best Band, first place in division and Best Drum Majors at the Griggsville Illinois Applefest.

They placed third in parade and third in field show at Carrollton Band Day. At the Davis County Festival of Bands in Bloomfield. Iowa, the group took home fifth place field show.

The band was honored with First place in Parade and

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second place in field show competition at the Parade of Champions in Kahoka.

The Marching Highlanders were named Grand Champion, Overall Best Band and First in Parade at the Culver-Stockton Homecoming Parade in Canton.

At the Quincy Octoberfest the band won a silver award for outstanding musicianship in parade, a gold award for outstanding musicianship in field show, third in division for field show, third in mid-sized school division and Best overall Drum Majors in Parade. The band is directed by Ryan Christian.

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Steffenville Farmerette Club Phyllis Whitlatch hosted the Farmerette Club meeting in her home on Oct. 19.The meeting opened with prayer by the hostess, who read “Living Colors of Fall” Roll call was answered with “how observant are you”. Following the meeting, the hostess presented a program on observation. Members were asked to spot the seven differences in two pictures, count the number of “F” in a

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sentence, and note various actions in pictures on the computer.

Present for the meeting were Linda Schmitz, Freta Bradley, Betty Daggs, Beverly Kern , Louise Dunn and Phyllis Whitlatch.

Seasonal refreshments were served during visiting time. The next meeting will be the holiday supper at the Steak House in November.

Kay Kelly Broker Associate 319-721-5916

THANK YOU to the Coaches of the Lewis County Law Enforcement Soccer League for all of your hard work and dedication during the 2013 season.

Preschool Coaches- Dennis Durst, Cameron Durst, Andy Harshberger, Traci Sparks, and Ken Oliver Kindergarten Coaches- Ken Oliver, Dale Darnell, Tina Lay, and Jake DeCoster & CHS Players

Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing will hold informational sessions for registered nurses interested in advancing their education.

The sessions will feature information on the College’s newly revised RN-BSN program; the RN-MSN curriculum and the MSN program. Sessions will be held: Nov. 7, two sessions: 11a.m. to 1 p.m. in Conference Room B, near the cafeteria on the lower level of Blessing at 11th Street; and 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the conference room inside the College entrance. The College entrance is in the circle driveway of Blessing Hospital at 11th Street, to the north of the main Hospital entrance.

Nov. 19, 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the conference room inside the College entrance.

Nov. 21, 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the conference room inside the College entrance.

Dec. 3, 4 to 5:30 p.m. in Classroom 110.

The RN-BSN program

allows registered nurses to complete 31 hours of nursing credits in two years, one course at a time to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Each student receives a laptop computer to assist their learning experience with faculty providing personal advising and academic assistance.

The RN-MSN curriculum features an accelerated curriculum that allows a registered nurse to earn their Master of Science in Nursing degree in three years. Classes are a combination of on-line and oncampus.

The MSN program is a two- year, part-time graduate level program.

Students may choose from Nurse Educator or Nurse Administrator tracks. All classes held on the Blessing-Rieman campus.

Blessing-Rieman is currently seeking permission from the Higher Learning Commission to offer all the courses online/distance learning format.

Awareness Sunday held at Bluff Springs United Methodist Women’s Awareness Sunday was observed at Bluff Springs United Methodist Church Oct. 13. Each member wore a name tag attached to a Mission Ribbon. Pastor Barb Hagerla gave the opening prayer Mrs. Lynn Kleine led the Purpose. Mrs. Kathleen Ruddick arranged the service and brought the message. Pres. Dorothy Higbee reported events and the financial report compiled by Mrs. Nancy Barry.

Dorothy also conducted the Candle Burning in memory of Mrs. Nettie Bash and UMW member Mrs. Linda Storts. Money was given to Missions.

Mrs. Rose Morehouse shared special organ music. Mrs. Gloria Williams and Miss Elaine Gorrell served as ushers. Mrs. DeLorus Leftwich delivered the bulletins. Mrs. Nancy Barry presented a gold Mission Pin to Pastor Barb Hagerla, a sapphire Mis-

Pictured are: Front row: Pastor Barb Hagerla, Gloria Williams, DeLorus Leftwich, Elaine Gorrell, Betty Horner, Nancy Barry. Back row: Dorothy Higbee, Kathleen Ruddick, Rose Morehouse, Lynn Waples.

sion Pin to Elaine Gorrell.

In Memory Cards were presented to Justin Waples and family in memory of the late C.G. Waples and to Mrs. Dorothy Higbee in memory of James Higbee.

Other members present were Mrs. Thelma Waples and Mrs. Betty Horner.

Mrs. Vickie Gorrell was unable to attend. Mrs. Kathleen Ruddick decotat-

ed the alter with beautiful fall leaves and pumpkins.

Special guests were Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moody of Tennessee, daughter and son-in-law, and Mrs. Gladys Hunziker of Hamilton, Ill., sister-in-law of the late Nettie Bash and Mrs. Donna Flood, niece of James Higbee, Mrs. Justin Waples and children and Mrs. Beverly Waples.

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SOCIAL NEWS HIGHLAND HIGH SADD

SADD, (Students Against Destructive Decisions) officers pictured are (front row) Micayla Murphy, Treasurer; Taylor Owen, Secretary; Brittany Wieprecht, Vice President, and Dalton Hoffman, President. (Back row) Trey Olson, Senior Representative; Madison TenEyck, Sophomore Representative; Mary Neisen, Junior Representative; Jackson Parrish. Freshman Representative. Also pictured is Deputy Cory Bennett. SADD will present their annual Haunted House at the Lewis County Fairgrounds on Oct. 31 from 7 to 11 p.m., Nov. 1 and 2 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. All proceeds generated support the mission of SADD to help students make good decisions in all facets of life. SADD appreciates the Lewis County Fairboard, LaBelle Rodeo Association, County Market Express, Refreshment Services Pepsi, parents and the Press News Journal for their support of this project. The SADD organization is sponsored by the Lewis County Sheriff ’s Office.

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TRUNK OR TREAT - LAGRANGE

Lewis County Conservation Agent Jason Vaughn and family enjoyed the activities at the Mark Twain Casino Trunk or Treat held Oct. 28.

Sisters Madalynn and Natalie Temple were excited to see all the decorated trunks and displays at the Casino Trunk or Treat.

Hopie Laws was a costume contest winner with her unusual head in a jar costume.

We want your photos!

Send us photos of recent area events or a great nature shot and we will include them on our Social News page!

Please make sure your photos are at least 300 dpi, and also send us a note (Cutline/caption) indicating who or what is in the photo.

Send your photos to ads@lewispnj.com or P.O. Box 227, Canton, MO 63435.

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Bill Waters of Lewistown showing his Halloween spirit.

Photos by Rita Cox

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HELP WANTED

DRIVERS:

HOUSEKEEPER

Gully Transportation

We have an immediate need for a Housekeeper for the residence at 1409 McRoberts Road, Canton, MO.

CDL A – 1 Year Experience Home EVERY WEEKEND! Awesome benefits & Great Pay!!

Call Don! 800-566-8960

We would need the residence cleaned, at a minimum, once a month and other times as deemed necessary. We would also need laundry, towels and bed linens, done on occasion.

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PCM is hiring CNA’s for inhome care in Canton, Mo. Min 6 month exp. CNA$12/hr plus shift dif. Flex scheduling/varied shifts.

Apply at www.procasemanagement.com or call recruiting at 866-902-7187 with questions. EOE

References required.

If interested, please contact: Charles Industries, Ltd. H.R. Department 1411 McRoberts Road Canton, MO 63435 Fax: 573-288-5835

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Seeking CNA LaBelle Manor Care Center has a position open for a CNA. For more information or application please call (660) 2133234 or you may stop by the business office Mon. - Fri. 8 am 44-45 - 4 pm. EOE MFHV

The Canton R-V School District is accepting applications for the position of Substitute Cook. Applications may be obtained at the Superintendent’s Office, 3rd and Madison, Canton, Missouri or by calling 573288-5216. The Canton R-V School District is an equal opportunity employer.

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Knox County Nursing Home District is seeking applications for the position of Activity Director This full time position whereby the successful candidate shall be responsible for planning and carrying out the activity program for our residents. Interested applicants need to be organized, energetic, creative, and understand the need to work with the individualized needs of residents, many of which have some degree of dementia.

Those interested may pick up an application in the business office of the nursing home.

The Knox County Nursing Home District RR 3 Box 53, Edina, Mo 63537 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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STORAGE UNITS - available in LaGrange starting at $30.00 per month. 573655-4457.

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Durham Community Center, Durham Mo October 31, Nov. 1, 2, 3 (Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun.) All tables will be filled with very nice new and used items. Also, Avon Products, and lots of Christmas Decorations and gifts call: 573-822-6230 43-44*

FOR SALE SQUARE bales straw 573655-4463 40-45* 2003 Honda Accord EX, Sunroof & leather seats, Extra Clean car, Over 30 mpg, $5,900, 1-888-2081469, Shottenkirkusedcar outlet.com NEAT Room for deer hunters, 88 Jayco 5th Wheel RV w/reese hitch at Nelsonville.

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2011 Silverado 2500 HD, 4x4 Dura Max Diesel, 1 owner – only 36,000 miles, LTZ package with heated, leather seats, 1-888-2118902, Yourchevystore.com

Central Boiler OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE. Safe, clean, efficient, WOOD HEAT. Campen Heating & A/C 573-288-8966 2006 Ford F250 XLT Super, Duty Crew Cab, 4x4 Diesel, Only 80,203 miles, 1-888-208-7469, Shotten kirkusedcaroutlet.com 2002 4WD Suburban LT, Leather seats, moonroof 2nd row captain’s chairs, $11,900, 1-888-208-7469 Shottenkirkusedcaroutlet. com

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FREE! Must be paid in advance to receive offer

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2 BEDROOM, 2 bath mobile home, nice shady place, central air. 573-406-9501 44tf 1 Brdrm apt.,200 North 4th, Canton. $405 plus deposit Utilities furnished. No pets 573-288-8966 42tf

Wanted: Real Estate Private individual relocating, wanting to purchase property in Lewis County.

20-50 acres with pond and tillable ground (with or without home) Please respond to: PO Box 14 Lewistown, Mo 63452

COUNTRY HOUSE, 3 bedroom, 1 ½ bath, attached 2 car garage, 319-256-3750.

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2 BEDROOM HOUSE, $350 plus deposit. You pay electric & water, No pets 573-288-8966 43tf 2 BEDROOM DUPLEX, $475 plus water & electric.

Deposit $475.00. No pets /no smoking 573-288-8966 43tf LEWISTOWN 1 bedroom trailer on quiet lot.

LABELLE 6 room house with out buildings, pets pay extra. 573-215-2549 E. Jones.

43-46** 2 - 2 Bedroom trailers for rent or sale, available Nov. 1st. 573-215-2517 44-46* DUPLEX - 3 bedroom newly remodeled. 573-406-8090.

44-46* STORAGE - boat, RV storage $25 a month, 10 x 14s - $30 month. 573-406-8090.

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For Rent

LaBelle Sr. Housing 1 bedroom, well-kept apartments for rent, income based rent, includes utilities, refrigerator and range. Quiet atmosphere. On site laundry facilities. Contact Amy Parrish, P.O. Box 169, LaBelle, MO 63447

LaBelle Senior Housing 660-213-4012 tf

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375 S Johnson y Kahoka, MO 660-727-1800 www.mcafeerealestatellc.com 110 +/- Acres Clark County, MO $2,200 per acre

110.5 +/- Acres Clark County, MO $2,950 per acre

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Clark County, MO $129,500 3 +/- Acres Building Site Clark Co: $21,500

3 BR/ 2 Bath Home 2 BR/ 2 Bath Home Rural Revere, MO Wayland, MO $89,900 $68,000

NEW LISTING 3 Bedroom Home Kahoka, MO $82,000 4 BR/ 3 Bath Home Kahoka, MO $179,000 3 Bedroom Home Rural Clark County $74,500

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59.7 +/- Acres Clark County, MO $2,200 per acre

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NEW LISTING Building Sites Kahoka, MO $18,500 - $23,000 ea Dan McAfee Salesperson

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Bill Fretwell, Broker / MO : 573-767-5436 BillF@FretwellLand.com Susan Adam, Sales / MO: 660.342.2773 SusanA@FretwellLand.com Craig Myers, Sales / MO: 660.341.9305 CraigM@FretwellLand.com Jennifer Wood, Sales / MO: 217.257.8812 JenniferW@FretwellLand.com Office: 573-767-5436 109 East Lafayette, Monticello, MO REAL ESTATE

Agricultural - Recreational - Commercial - Residential New Listing - Ewing: 2-bed, 1-bath home on 3 acres with two big garages: electric garage doors, cement floors, heat & ac. Plenty of room & only 20 min from Quincy, call Jennifer at 217.257.8812.

New Listing - LaBelle: Nice starter home or rental property, new windows, big lot, lots of potential – call Craig at 660.341.9305.

New Listing - Lewistown: 3-bed, 1.5-bath home, big yard, nice detached garage/shop. Motivated seller, call Jennifer at 217.257.8812.

Why Rent?- Canton: 2-bed, 1-bath with new kitchen & bath, all appliances & most furniture convey, move-in ready – asking $64,500 - call Jennifer at 217.257.8812.

Hunt Here: 42 acres with 2-bed, 1-bath, 2 ponds, prime whitetail habiLD SOJennifer tat & CRP income, call at 217.257.8812.

Great Location! - Lewistown: Park your camper here and hunt Deer Ridge! 7 acres bordering Conservation ground, asking $23,500, call Jennifer at 217.257.8812 Price Reduced - Palmyra: 4-bed, 2-bath with large back deck and above ground pool on 1.96 acres, asking $105,000 - Palmyra School District, call Jennifer 217.257.8812.

Low Utilities! Shelbyville: 4-bed, 1.5-bath with new kitchen, new roof & many other energy efficient updates! Call Craig at 660.341.9305.

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AUCTION / FOR THE RECORD

SPARK AUCTION S Sale Every 1st & 3rd Sunday 573/ 406-8787 Now Taking Consignment

IN THE 2ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, LEWIS COUNTY, MISSOURI Fred L. Westhoff, Judge In the Estate of Dorita Hetzler deceased

750 Rt C., LaGrange Mo

Sunday Nov. 3 ~ noon Big box load sale 100’s of boxes, some furniture.

This will be our last Sunday Auction.

Auctions will be on Friday nights 6 p.m.

1st Auction Nov. 15th

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NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Supervised Administration)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Dorita Hetzler, Decedent: On 25 Oct. 2013, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individual was appointed personal representative of the estate of Dorita Hetzler, decedent

by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Lewis County, Missouri.

The name, business address, and phone number of the personal representative is: Marilyn Carter, 4210 North Farm Road 115, Springfield, MO 65803; 417763-9719.

The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is: Dennis W. Smith, PO Box 308, Canton, MO 634350308; 573-288-4461 All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal

representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law.

Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo.

31-Oct.-2013 /s/Jan Geisendorfer Jan Geisendorfer Clerk of the Probate Division of The Circuit Court of Lewis County, Missouri Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the above referenced Circuit Court.

Date of the decedent’s death: 03-Sept-1983

1st Pub. Oct. 31, 2013

Date of first publication:

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235 ACRES± • 3 TRACTS SALE TO BE HELD AT THE CENTERSTONE INN (FORMERLY THE COMFORT INN), 1701 OAK STREET, CANTON, MO

FRI., NOV. 15 • 6:00 P.M. Selling approximately 235 acres± of Lewis County, MO farmland. Tracts 1 & 2 consist of 190 acres± located in Sections 9 & 33, T62N•R6W, Canton Township, Lewis County, MO. Both tracts represent productive NE MO cropland with Putnam, Armstrong and Kilwinning being the dominant soils, with a beautiful 8+ acre lake included on Tract 2.

Tract 3 consists of 45 acres (subject to survey) located in Section 4, T62N•R6W, Canton Township, Lewis County, MO. This tract also represents productive Winfield, Kilwinning, Putnam and Armstrong soils and includes a very nice 2+ acre lake. All 3 tracts are generally located approximately 5 miles north and west of Canton, MO (watch for presale directional signs off of Hwys. 61 & 81).

RICHARD L. UHLMEYER; PAMELA J. KUCKELMAN; LES W. UHLMEYER; STEVEN G. UHLMEYER; STAN J. UHLMEYER; BETH A. FERGUSON & JEFF N. UHLMEYER • OWNERS OF TRACTS 1 & 2 AND KATHLEEN UHLMEYER • OWNER OF TRACT 3

CLARK CO, MO

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CLOSING & TITLE WORK BY: OAK HILLS TITLE COMPANY DENNIS W. SMITH 307 LEWIS ST. • CANTON, MO • PH: 573-288-4461

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT:

BILL FRETWELL AT 660-341-7735 ADDITIONAL INFO. AVAILABLE ONLINE - SCAN THE CODE, OR VISIT: www.sullivanauctioneers.com Sullivan Auctioneers, LLC • 217-847-2160 • Lic. #444000107

SPARK AUCTION S Sale Every 1st & 3rd Sunday 573/ 406-8787 Now Taking Consignment

Sale Conducted at the Care Building, Vine St, Kahoka, MO

73 ACRES M/L COMPLETE DETAILS ONLINE! Offers 64 Acres M/L of highly productive tillable land. Balance in wooded draws. Reputable Hunting. Lying in Sect. 30, Twp. 66N, R7W

Gale Walker, Seller RURAL RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE AUCTION

750 Rt C., LaGrange Mo

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Located just North of Hwy 136 on Hwy H Arbela, MO

201 S 5TH ST. LAGRANGE MO

FURNITURE Whirlpool glasstop electric stove, Whirlpool side by side Refrigerator with ice and water dispenser both are stainless steel and black, book shelves, roll top desk, curio cabinet, Hotpoint freezer, sofa, recliner, coffee table, end tables, TV cabinet, computer cabinet, file cabinets, desk chair, metal chairs, Sanyo 25 in. TV. MISC. 2 concrete bird baths, Bainbridge steel saw, lumber cherry, walnut, some oak various sizes 1x and 2x, 2ft x 3ft squirrel fan, old Hotpoint frig, small drill press, small drill press, hand tools, 1 cycl. air compressor, Craftsman radial arm saw, small incubator, patterns for wood craft, lots of flower pots and a 220 Linc Arc welder.

Auctioneer Note This auction is just a highlighted portion of what this auction has to offer. This home offers a 2 bedroom with an unfinished 3rd bedroom and master bath in progress. The home sets on 2 full lots and has a small garage. This would be a good first home or make a great rental. The property was appraised in 2008 for $38,500. Call today to view. On property 10% down day of sale and balance due in 30 days of sale date.

Located South of Edina, MO 5 1/2 miles on Hwy 15 to Rte TT, then East 1 mile to County Road 226, then North 4/10ths of a mile.

CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT Case 580 Super L, Construction King, Full Cab, 2WD, Extendahoe/ Loader, 24’ hoe bucket, 4718 hours, S# JJG096517 “Good operating machine”; 1998 Case 1845C Skid Steer, 57hp, Wheel Drive, hand control, 3489 hours, sells with material bucket, S# F0253082 “Nice solid machine”; Ditch Witch 2300 Gas Trencher with Blade ,only 695 hours. “Nice Unit”; 1964 AC D10 Series II Yellow Backhoe, 40hp. , Gas, like new 12.4-24 Tires, Model L99 Loader, GVW 7400lbs.; 2003 Kubota K008 Mini Excavator; Skid Steer Attachment: Pallet Forks; Pallet fork attachment: 3 ton 10’ extendable boom.

TRACTORS / LOADER 1980 JD 4440, Cab, QR, 2 sets of rear weights, front weight bracket, Dual Hyd. Outlets, 18.4-38 Tires, 4209 hours, S# 30401R, also selling a set of duals. “Good well cared for tractor”; 1972 JD 4320 (D) Open Station, 8/16 spd, W.F., Single Hyd. Outlet, 18.4-38 Tires, Reads 2558 hours, S# 23624R. “Runs Good”; 1975 AC 7000 Cab, 1000 PTO, Dual Hyd. Outlets, front weights, good 18.4-34 Tires, Reads 4141 hours.”Runs Good”; AC One-Eighty (D), Land Handler, Dual Hyd. Outlets, 18.4-28, 3pt. , Open station, 6741 hours.”Nice Tractor”; Westendorf TA-26 Hydraulic Loader Sells with 7’ material bucket.

(Selling off AC 180) “Nice Loader”; Westendorf Loader Attachments: Pallet Forks, Bale Spear, Sell Separate.

COMPLETE DETAILS ONLINE! CONTACT AUCTION SERVICE FOR VIEWING

Selling a 2-3 bedroom home with full basement, pond, Highway frontage.

ALSO SELLING PERSONAL PROPERTY

The Family of Robert Dochterman

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SUN NOV 10TH - NOON

204 N. Oak Lewistown, MO

REAL ESTATE DESCRIPTION Selling all of Lots Five (5), Six (6), Seven (7) and Eight (8) in Block Nine (9) in the original town, now City of Lewistown, Lewis County Missouri.

Improved by a 1998 16’ x 80’ Coachman 2 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home.

Features large master bedroom and master bath, spacious open floor plan, central air, forced (gas) heat. Other improvements include: 20x24 carport, cement drive, deck, 24 x 24 insulated and heated building with full bath. 10 x 14 utilty shed and additional 1 car garage. View Terms & Conditions online.

Contact Rick at 217-430-2783 or Brian at 217-440-4223 For Viewing HOUSEHOLD / MISC. Selling misc. assorted common kitchen and household items. Few pieces of bedroom and livingroom furniture; washer and electric dryer; lawn and garden tools; Agri Fab utility lawn cart; few tools etc.

BOAT 1980’s 14’ Jon Boat, 25hp outboard motor, trailer, sells complete. Call Brian at 217-440-4223 for more information.

The Family of Ileen Mead

TRUCKS / TRAILERS 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD, 4WD, Reg Cab, 6.6L Duramax Diesel, Allison Automatic, Only 5,300 one owner miles (as new).; 2003 GMC 3500, Sierra, Ext. Cab, Leather, Duramax Diesel, Allison Automatic, Dually, 259,000 miles.; 1993 Chevy 2WD, 1/2 Ton, 6 Cyl., Automatic, New Tires, Sells with Ladder Rack, high miles.; 1994 F250 XLT, 4WD, Good Tires, high miles, Farm Truck, Rust; 1973 Chevy C65, 84,350 miles, V8, 5/2, 14’ Lime Bed, Good 9.00-20 tires.; 2000 Travalong 20+4 Gooseneck Flat Deck Trailer, 25,558 GVWR, Fold Over Ramps..; 2001 Travalong 30’ Gooseneck Livestock Trailer (Shedded); 2005 Doolittle 16’ Enclosed Cargo Trailer, Red in Color, 7000 lb GVW; 16’ bumper hitch car trailer ( broken axel) MISC. EQUIPMENT Bush Hog 2615 Legend 540 PTO, Batwing Rotary Cutter, Safety Chains, Lam. Wheels, (Shedded/Good Condition); Bush Hog 287 Quick hitch 7’ Rotary Cutter; N.H. 352 Grinder Mixer (Shedded); N.H. 328 Manure Spreader (Shedded); Krause 2500 11 Shank 3pt. Chisel Plow, land wheels; Rhino 8’ H.D. Blade; Dan Hauser F-8 Post Hole Digger, Sells with 8” Auger. Also selling 14” and 18” Augers Separately.; Korhumel Gravity Wagon with 6 Ton Gear; MJM Barge Wagon with Hoist and H.D. Running Gear; 12’ 3pt Pasture Harrow; Noble 4 Row Cultivator; 12’ Cultimulcher; Neco 6”x48’ Grain Auger; 12’ Wheel Disk; Wikomi 3pt PTO Driven Cement Mixer; AC 4 Bottom Plow; H.M. Imp Trailer (Needs Floor); Running Gear w/ 7X14 hay rack LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT AND FARM RELATED Priefert Portable Cattle Working Chute, Palpation Cage, Automatic Head Gate (Shedded); Stroberg Portable Coral System to Include: Cart, 28 Coral Gates and 4 Walk In Gates (Sells Complete/Handy System); Feedtran 135 Portable Creep Feeder with Rails and (2) Smaller Portable One Sided Creep Feeders with Rails; 4- Cement Feed Bunks; Nice Selection of Bale Feeders.

LP TANKS / SHOP AND TOOL RELATED 1000 gal LP tank; 130 gal LP tank; Hobart Handler 140 wire fed welder; ready heater 165,000 BTU; Pro-Tec Chop Saw; power tools: like new 18 volt Dewalt sawzall; Dewalt 14.4 volt 3 pac skill saw, drill and light; new Master Force drill; Milwaukee right angle drill, sawzall and hammer drill and other power tools; assorted hand tools (some sets); Handy Man Jack; post vise; bench grinder; log chains and binders; saw horses; 16’ Werner aluminum extension ladder; step ladders; also selling a pair of truck bed side boxes and other useful items.

PLUMBING SUPPLIES / LUMBER Selling a large selection of assorted plumbing supplies to include: copper and brass fittings; all kinds of plastic plumbing supplies; tubing cutters; pipe wrenches and other plumbing tools; large volume of new lumber to include pine and treated 2x6’s, 4x4 treated post, 4x8 OSB board; 6x8” beams and nice selection of (good) used lumber various lengths and thicknesses; (17) open web floor joist up to 26’ long.

LAWN EQUIPMENT Simplicity Prestige 23hp, 50” cut riding mower, 310 hours; Craftsman 42” cut riding mower; Red Devil lawn dump trailer; garden planter; lawn brood caster; wheel barrel; 12 volt Fimco sprayer; assorted lawn and garden tools; hedge trimmer; hand sprayer; live trap; Stihl 18” chain saw; Poulan 14” chain saw; charcoal and gas BBQ grills; 3 wheel Tri-Fecta bicycle.

Charles Gibbons, Estate

Make sure too look at pictures on our website. www.SparksAuctionCanton.com

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HAY EQUIPMENT Vermeer 605 Series K, Net Wrap, Gathering Wheels, Kicker; Hesston 1120 9’ Mower Conditioner; Hesston 4600 In-Line Square Baler, 540 PTO; Vermeer WR20 8 Wheel Hyd Fold Rake; Krone 5.50/4X7T Tedder; (2) N.H. 259 Side Delivery Rakes; N.H. Dolly Wheel Hitch; Hoover Built 6 Bale Gooseneck Hay Trailer; (2) Hoover built hay spears with trailer ball; B&W Custom Truck Bed Bale Mover; (2) 3pt Bale Un-Roller; 3pt Bale Mover. Note: “the above hay equipment has all been shedded and well cared for”

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COLLECTIBLES China cabinet with crown, oak wash stand, white cabinet, hoosier cabinet nice, oak dresser, mahogany dresser, oak round dinette table with 3 leaves and 4 chairs, oak buffet, oak rocker, big selection of yard sticks Bud Miller Motor Co. Canton Mo., dozens of old canes, Montgomery Ward cedar chest, brown top crock jug, school desk, mountain Santa Claus, 5 silhouettes, silhouette tray, bronze (signed) S. Morani bookends, cast ship book ends, 6 Launeberger baskets, political items, several Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls, crock oil lamp with hidden compartment at bottom, metal sign, 5 gallon crock, plate of LaGrange Mo., tin toys featuring wind up dog, wind up tractor with wagon, wind up duck, burger bank, cast piggy bank, Donald Duck Marionette plastic, kids tea set (occupied Japan), Buster Brown plaque, Ridge garage ashtray LaGrange, Mo., oil lamps, Landrums books on Quincy, several other Quincy books, wind up plane tin, several chalk stringers cowboy, chef, girl, lots of chalk figurines southern bells, street vendors, Russian lady all very nice, bed warmer, 10 showcases full of smalls and cases sell, 1955 Marshal Matt Dillon with his horse Buck Hartland plastics, kids wicker and wood rockers, lots of old chairs, Nippon child dishes, 3 - 1940s bubble pipes, watch fobs, axel crash dummy, Toby mug, Xmas bulb Lincoln colored school Palmyra, Mo.; Spiderman posters theatre size made in Palmyra, Mo.; 3 pin cushion dolls, medicine cabinet.

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FOR THE RECORD NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of a Note described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated the 11th day of May, 2009, and executed by Bryant L. McCarty, a single person, and recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds of Lewis County, Missouri on the 14th day of May, 2009, at Monticello, Missouri as Document Number 200900000676, Book 510, Pages 4970-4975, and wherein a Substitute Trustee was appointed pursuant to a document being recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds of Lewis County as Document Number 201300001571, Book 518,

page 1665-1667 on the 8th day of October, 2013, and thereby conveying to the undersigned Substitute Trustee the following described property in Lewis County, Missouri, to wit: All of Lot Two (2) in Block Three (3) in Gregory’s Addition to the Town, now City of Canton, Lewis County, Missouri.

This property is commonly known as 503 Washington Street, Canton, Lewis County, Missouri.

of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will on the 18th day of November, 2013, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., to wit: at 1:00 p.m. sell the property at public venue to the highest bidder for cash at the north door of the Lewis County Courthouse in the city of Monticello, Lewis County, Missouri, to satisfy the note and cost. /s/Amy L. Ohnemus Amy L. Ohnemus SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

At the request of the legal holder of the Note who has elected to declare the entire indebtedness due and payable and in accordance with the provisions of the Deed

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NOTICE OF ELECTION Notice is hereby given that a Special Election will be held in the County of Lewis on Tuesday, November 5, 2013, and that the polls will be open between the hours of six (6) o’clock in the morning and seven (7) o’clock in the evening.

The ballot for the election shall be in substantially the following form:

OFFICIAL BALLOT SPECIAL ELECTION LEWIS COUNTY, MISSOURI TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2013

JUDGES' INITIALS

INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS To vote, darken in the oval(s) completely next to your choice(s), like this: If you are in favor of any question submitted upon this ballot, darken the oval to the left of the word "YES".

If you are opposed to any question submitted upon this ballot, darken the oval to the left of the word "NO".

If you tear, deface, or make a mistake and wrongfully mark any ballot, you must return it to the election judges and receive a new ballot.

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COUNTY OF LEWIS

SPECIAL BOND ELECTION CITY OF LEWISTOWN

COUNTY OF LEWIS

PROPOSITION

573-288-5668

Shall the county of Lewis increase the previously authorized county sales tax of five-eighths of one percent (5/8%) to one percent (1%) for the purpose of providing central dispatching of fire protection, emergency ambulance service, including emergency telephone services, and other emergency services?

PROPOSITION

PROPOSITION SEWER AND WATER IMPROVEMENTS

Shall the county of Lewis increase the previously authorized county sales tax of five-eighths of one percent (5/8%) to one percent (1%) for the purpose YES of providing central dispatching of fire protection, NO emergency ambulance service, including SPECIAL BOND ELECTION OF LEWISTOWN emergencyCITYtelephone services, and other emergency services?

PROPOSITION SEWER AND WATER

Shall the City of Lewistown, Missouri, issue its combined waterworks and sewerage system revenue bonds in the amount of Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000) for the purpose of acquiring, constructing, extending and improving the City's existing combined waterworks and sewerage system, the cost of operation and maintenance of said system and the principal of and interest on said revenue bonds to be payable solely from the revenues derived by the City from the operation of its combined waterworks and sewerage system, including all future extensions and improvements thereto?

IMPROVEMENTS Shall the City of Lewistown, Missouri, issue its combined waterworks and sewerage system revenue bonds in the amount of Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000) for the purpose of acquiring, constructing, extending and improving the City's existing combined waterworks and sewerage system, the cost of operation and maintenance of said system and the principal of and interest on said revenue bonds to be payable solely from the revenues derived by the City from the operation of its combined waterworks and sewerage system, including all future extensions and improvements thereto?

YES NO

IN THE 2ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, LEWIS COUNTY, MISSOURI Fred L. Westhoff, Judge In the Estate ) of ) Case No. Arthur Winfield ) 13LEFlorea, ) PR00046 deceased ) NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Supervised Administration)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Arthur Winfield Florea, Decedent: On 30 Sept. 2013, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individual was appointed personal representative of the estate of Arthur Winfield Florea, decedent by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Lewis County, Missouri. The name, business address, and phone number of the personal representative is: Larry D. Davis, 15638 100th Ave, La Belle, MO 63447 The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is: David Magill Brown, P O Box 218, Edina, MO 63537 All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representa-

tive, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of the decedent’s death: 08-Sept-1983 Date of first publication: 10-Oct.-2013 /s/Jan Geisendorfer Jan Geisendorfer Clerk of the Probate Division of The Circuit Court of Lewis County, Missouri Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the above referenced Circuit Court.

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IN THE 2ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, LEWIS COUNTY, MISSOURI Fred L. Westhoff, Judge In the Estate of Jennie Mae Florea, deceased

) ) Case No. ) 13LE) PR00047 )

NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Supervised Administration)

To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Jennie Mae Florea, Decedent: On 30 Sept. 2013, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individual was appointed personal representative of the estate of Jennie Mae Florea, decedent by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Lewis County, Missouri. The name, business address, and phone number of the personal representative is: Larry D. Davis, 15638 100th Ave, La Belle, MO 63447 The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is: David Magill Brown, P O Box 218, Edina, MO 63537 All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representa-

tive, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law. Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of the decedent’s death: 12-March-1986 Date of first publication: 10-Oct.-2013 /s/Jan Geisendorfer Jan Geisendorfer Clerk of the Probate Division of The Circuit Court of Lewis County, Missouri Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate. The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the above referenced Circuit Court.

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YES NO

The polling places for the election will be: Canton...............................R-V School (Media Center) Ewing/Durham.........................Ewing R4 Fire Station LaGrange/Maywood.....................LaGrange City Hall Lewistown/LaBelle/Steffenville.......Lewistown Fire Station Monticello/Reddish Twp/Lyon Twp......Monticello Courthouse Done by order of the County Clerk for the County of Lewis this 1st day of October 2013. /s/Sharon Schlager Sharon Schlager County Clerk VOTER ASSISTANCE For any voter that needs assistance the day of the election, Election Judges will be able to assist you at your car.

Wednesday, October 30, 2013 is the last day to request an Absentee Ballot to be mailed. However, you may vote absentee up to 5:00 p.m. on Monday November 4, 2013 the day before the election in the County Clerk’s Office.

The County Clerk’s Office will be open Saturday morning, November 2, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. to noon.

SPECIAL NOTE Section 208 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (42U.S.C. 1973aa-6) reads: Any voter who requires assistance to vote by reason of blindness, disability to read or write may be given assistance by a person of the voter’s choice, other than the voter’s employer or agent of that employer or officer or agent of the voter’s union.

If you are permanently disabled you may ask to be put on the election authority list of qualified voters. Call 573-767-5205.

Testing of the ballot machines will be October 29, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. in the Lewis County Clerk’s office.

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Trespassing or Hunting CANTON

CANTON & MONTICELLO

G & L Glasgow 1-7-14* David & Vickie Gorrell 2-15-14* Dorothy M./Howard F. Higbee Farms 3-17-14* Crawford/Oliver Farms 5-8-14* Hardin Far m 6-15-15* Farm of Seldon and Mary Logsdon 7-30-14* Fenway Farm - Barkley, Rogers, St. Clair.

9-4-14* Barkley Farms, James & Brenda 9-4-14* Beverly and Dennis Welch Farms 10-19-14* Robert /Jere Taylor Farms (2) 10-29-13* Tim/Mark/Kay Dochterman Farms 11-6-13* James & Carol Dettlaff Acres 11-11-13* Barbara Carskadon Farm 11-12-13* Franks & Gorrell Farm 11-18-13* CD/BL Corrigan Property 11-29-13* Kit Taylor Farm 12-8-13*

ROAD WORK NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Bids will be received electronically by the Commission until 11:00 o'clock a.m. (prevailing local time) on 11/22/2013 for the project(s) listed below. Electronic bids must be submitted through “Bid Express Secure Internet Bidding” at www.bidx.com. Paper bid bonds shall be addressed to and received by:

EWING

Campen Farms 11-03-15* Bill Runquist Farm 7-10-14* Violators will be prosecuted!

Donna Prisner Farm and Property 9-13-14* Wilma Chipman, Jeannie S. and LEWISTOWN Barb C. and Glen Chipman Warner/McHughFarms 1-23-14* 10-08-14* Emrick Farms-Harry & Neva Emrick $750 reward for information lead- Nolen & Judy Leach farm and property 10-18-14* ing to arrest and conviction of anyone trespassing on Emrick Farms 8-9-14* LAGRANGE David Keith Farm 10-29-13* Jenny D. Murphy Reid Farm Vernie & Geraldine Stice Farms 3-10-14* 11-6-13* Barb Borgstadt Property 6-7-14* Lowell Reynolds Farm 12-27-14* 517 N 4th; 519 Skinner Paul Lahr Farms 7-01-14* LEWIS/MARION COUNTY Roland & Gregory Farr Farms 8-10-14* Eichor Farms 7-30-14* Paul Legg Farm 10-6-14* 22422 Ponderosa Ave. Lonnie/Earnest Martin 11-04-13* DURHAM/MAYWOOD (410 N. Main (old Cath. Church) Ronnie & Judy Pierce Farm & Property 7-04-14* Marsha Allison William C. Sedelmeier Farms/Cot- & Connie & Frank Bange 11-15-13* ton Wood Hollow Farms 11-7-13*

LEWIS COUNTY

WILLIAMSTOWN Jim Lillard Farms 1-04-14* Donna Hudnut Farm is 12-20- 13* now RRVC LLC

Richard Porter Farms 1-17-14* CANTON & LAGRANGE 1-30-14* Tim Heimonen property 4-14-14* Paul Britton Farm Courtney Farms 11-20-13* Gregory Drainage District Levee and Farms 4-12-14* Gary& Patricia Bunch MONTICELLO Donald and Mazie Vogel Farm (No fireworks) 1-7-14* 4-4-15* 8-23-14* C&N Farm 6-28-15* Owned or leased land by Danny L. C.D. Taylor Farm 9-22-14* Dannenhauer 11-03-14* Glenn Krueger Farms

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Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission Attention: State Design Engineer/Bid Bond 105 West Capitol Avenue Jefferson City, Missouri The proposed work includes: Job J2M0259, Route Various, Various County: Job order contracting - bridge painting of various bridges in NE District.

Special Needs: If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please notify Pamela Harlan, Secretary to the Commission, at (573) 751-2824 or through Missouri Relay System, TDD 1-800-7352966.

The wage rates applicable to this project have been predetermined as required by law and are set forth in the Bidding documents. When federal wage rates are applicable and included, this contract is subject to the "Work Hours Act of 1962," (P.L. 87-581, 76 State. 357) and implementing regulations.

By virtue of statutory authority, preference shall be given on other than Federal Aid Projects, to materials, products, supplies, provisions, and other articles, produced, manufactured, made or grown within the state of Missouri, where same are of a suitable character and can be obtained at reasonable market prices in the state and are of a quality suited to the purpose intended and can be secured without additional cost over foreign products or products of other states.

The Commission hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, minority business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, ancestry, or national origin in consideration for an award.

Plans and specifications may be inspected in the offices of the Commission at Jefferson City, or the District Office at Hannibal, Missouri.

Plans and specifications are available for download or purchase at http://modot.indoxservices.com/. Complete instructions to bidders may be obtained at the Jefferson City office. All questions concerning the bid document preparation shall be directed to the Central Office – Design Division at (573) 751-2876.

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FOR THE RECORD RESOLUTION A RESOLUTION IN OPPOSITION TO OUTSOURCING 911 DISPATCH SERVICES OUTSIDE OF LEWIS COUNTY, MISSOURI, AND OPPOSITION TO PROPOSED SALES TAX INCREASE FOR 911 SERVICES

Bids for snow removal The City of Ewing is accepting bids for snow removal this winter. Snow removal to be bid by the hour. Chips and spreading to be bid per ton.

Proof of liability insurance required. Bids will be accepted through Monday, November 11, 4 pm.

WHEREAS, the Lewis County 911 Board was created and established in order to provide 911 dispatch services to emergency agencies throughout Lewis County, Missouri, and is now considering contracting out these vital services to other agencies outside of Lewis County, Missouri; and

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WHEREAS, a tax increase is being proposed by the Lewis County 911 Board to receive additional revenue for the agency’s operations and to pay costs for outsourcing services; and

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WHEREAS, the residents of the City of LaGrange and Lewis County, Missouri, pay sales taxes which fund the services that the Lewis County 911 Board was created to provide; and

WHEREAS, the City believes that emergency 911 dispatch services are best delivered and handled through local personnel and authorities in Lewis County, Missouri.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of LaGrange, Missouri as follows:

Seeking Bids to Sell

1. The City strongly opposes any action by the Lewis County 911 Board to transfer the 911 emergency dispatch duties of the agency to providers located outside Lewis County, Missouri; and

LaGrange Fire Department and City of LaGrange is placing the following up for sealed bid to sell.

1988 E-One Pumper Truck, 6 person cab, 1250 gpm/pump, 1000 gallon tank, engine rebuilt in 2008, automatic transmission, Insta chains, hydraulic ladder rack with ladder, 1-6 inch hard suction sleeve, pre pipped 1 inch hose reel, current pump testing passed and available.

The is a reserve of $20,000 on this truck. The truck is available for viewing at the LaGrange Fire Station located at 702 Rt. C LaGrange, Mo. Any questions please contact City Hall 573-655-4301. All bids are to be sealed and mailed or delivered to the LaGrange Ciy hall by 10:00 am on the date of 11/20/2013. Bid opening will be at 1:00 p.m. on that day.

The bids will be reviewed and awarded at the 11/25/13 City council meting. The City of LaGrange has the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Please mail bids to: City of LaGrange Attn. Fire Dept. Bids PO Box 266 LaGrange, MO 63448 1st Pub. Oct. 31, 2013

2. The City further opposes the Proposition on the November 5, 2013 Special Election ballot seeking to increase the county sales tax to one percent (1%) for Lewis County 911, as said funds will be used to pay for the outsourcing of county services.

All other resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

The invalidity of any section, clause, sentence or provision of this resolution shall not affect the validity of any other part of this resolution which can be given effect without such invalid part or parts.

This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after the date of its adoption and approval by the City Council of the City of LaGrange, Missouri, and after it has been approved by the Mayor of the City of LaGrange, Missouri.

Adopted and Resolved this 28th day of October, 2013. /s/Ronald Powers Ronald Powers, Mayor ATTEST:

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/s/Patty Spindler Patty Spindler, MMC, CCA City Clerk

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Rock, Sand, Dirt, Grain, Scrap Iron Dozer, Backhoe, Skid steer, Excavator

Demolition jobs, Ditches, Ponds, Snow removal, Lowboy Heavy Hauling

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Wayne Murphy, Jr.

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BUILDERS SUPPLY & CONSTRUCTION, INC. General Building Contractor Plumbing & Electrical Canton 573-288-5586

All types of Diesel & Gasoline Engines

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Pearl Machine & Tool L.L.C. 301 North 3rd, Canton, Mo. 63435

Midwest Cabinets

Campbells Excavating & Trucking

Custom Cabinets of all types Cabinet refacing and repair Granite, quartz & laminate counter tops

Digging, Basements & Ditches etc.

Bub Campbell, Owner RR 3 Box 48 G

Phone 573-288-8665 (TOOL) Cell 660-216-5511

Press-News Journal Business Directory always a handy reference for the local help you might need at a moments notice. “I keep my copy on the refrigerator�

Robert Bang: Owner Over 36 years experience. References & portfolio provided

660-754-6322 Day 754-6034 Nights

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Hwy 6 East, Edina, Mo

24 HR TOWING On site estimate Written Lifetime Warranty

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Junk Cars &Trucks Old & Late Models

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Pole Barnes - Garages Utility Buildings

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106 E. Main Lewistown, MO 63452-0037

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COMMUNITY NEWS Obituary Notice Lewis County Collector Robert E. Veatch, 64 of Lewistown, Mo. died Monday, October 28, 2013 at 2 a.m. at the Country Aire Retirement Estates at Lewistown.

Arnold’s Funeral Home in Lewistown in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be left at arnoldsfuneralhome.net

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Obituary NORMAN L. “CY�

SPURGEON Norman L. “Cy� Spurgeon, 79, of Monticello, Missouri died Oct. 25, 2013 in the Cox Health Center at Springfield, Missouri.

He was born on September 13, 1934 in Benjamin, Missouri to Charles H. “Buzz� and Beatrice E. Lillard Spurgeon.

He was united in marriage to V. Darlene Stiffey on June 26, 1955 in Canton, Missouri.

Cy was a member and trustee of Providence Baptist Church near Williamstown and a former member of the Lyon Grange Hall, Williamstown Cemetery Board and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #1800. He farmed from a young age and continued after retirement. He worked for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, served as treasurer of the Williamstown School Board and coached Williamstown girls’ softball. Cy loved to travel, hunt and

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LINDA SUSAN LOWMAN Linda Susan “Susie�

Lowman, 63, of Hamilton, Illinois, died Monday afternoon, October 21, 2013, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, Illinois.

Susan was born January 3, 1950, in Kirksville, Missouri, the daughter of Wilbur “Mac� and Betty Bogner McGee. She and Ken Lowman were married for 32 years. She was a life long resident of the Hamilton and Keokuk area. She was the librarian at the Canton, Mo., Library.

fish and enjoyed being with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife V. Darlene Spurgeon of Monticello, Mo.; two daughters, Jani Lynn SpurgeonComeau and husband Louis of Essex, New York and Jeana Lea Luttrull and husband Greg of Lewistown, Mo.; four grandchildren, Brent Luttrull and wife Katy, Brian Luttrull, Gabrielle Comeau and Alex Comeau; two great-grandchildren, Isaac Luttrull and Mylie Luttrull; two brothers-in-law, John Stiffey & wife Vicki of LaGrange, Mo., and John Darley of Canton, Mo., and several nieces & nephews.

He was preceded by his parents, a brother, Pedro Spurgeon and a sister, Wanna Whalen.

Funeral services were October 29, 2013 at Arnold’s Funeral Home in Canton officiated by Reverend James Lackey. Burial was in the Zion Hill Cemetery in rural Monticello, Missouri.

Visitation was Monday evening with family greeting friends at Arnold’s Funeral Home in Canton.

Memorials can be made to the Zion Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Brent Luttrull, Brian Luttrull, Alex Comeau, Scott Stiffey, John Stiffey and Michael Hitt.

Honorary Pallbearers are Louis Comeau, Greg Luttrull, Todd Darley, Adam Hitt, Jason Becker, Keith Logsdon, Rod Cannon, George Hoffman and Rene Whalen.

Online condolences can be left at www.arnoldsfuneralhome.net

She is survived by three daughters, Stephanie Gurba and husband David of Alabama, Kristen Lowman of Quincy, Illinois, and Michelle Lovell and her husband Kenneth of Montrose, Iowa; five grandchildren, Anthony Gurba, Ashlyn Gurba, Kaitlyn Krietemeyer, Gabriel Lovell, and Torrence Lovell; and cousins, Sandy Seabold, and Don and Herb Sohl.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A Celebration of her Life will be at 9:30 a.m., Friday, October 25, 2013 at 917 Blondeau Street DeJongGreaves Celebration of Life Center, Iowa with Rev. D. Scott Grulke officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery, Hamilton, Illinois.

Visitation will be after 3:00 p.m. Thursday, October 24, 2013 at DeJong-Greaves Celebration of Life Center at 917 Blondeau Street with family meeting friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Memorials may be made to OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home, 2265 W Altorfer Drive, Peoria, IL 61615.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Obituary JOHN R. SHARPE John R. Sharpe, 88, of Lewistown, Missouri died October 26, 2013 at the Country Aire Retirement Estates in Lewistown.

The son of Roscoe A. and Mary Pierceall Sharpe was born on August 18, 1925 at Hunnewell, Missouri.

He was united in marriage to Elizabeth Rodgers on November 22, 1947 at Mexico, Missouri.

John was a Deacon of the First Baptist Church of Lewistown. He served in the U. S. Marines during WWII. He also was an original member of the Lewis County Ambulance Board and a volunteer EMT, the American Legion Lewis County Memorial Post #578, 50 year member of the Monticello Masonic Lodge and 50 year member of the N.R.L.C. Association and served as Mayor of Lewistown. He was a farmer and rural letter carrier.

He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Sharpe of Lewistown, Mo.; children, Rodger Sharpe & wife Mary of Warrensburg, Mo., Randy Sharpe & wife Brenda of Lewistown, Mo. and Ricky Sharpe & wife Denise of Lewistown, Mo.; 10 grandchildren, Paul (Steph) Sharpe, Jason (Melonie) Sharpe, Melanie (Justin) Harris, Rebecca Sharpe, Wes (Heather) Sharpe, Brad (Heather) Sharpe, Ashley Sharpe, Beth Berry, Josh Sharpe and Ethan Sharpe; seventeen great-grandchildren; two sisters, Georgia Mae Felter of Lewistown and Nina Jo McKenzie & husband Jr. of Lewistown; three brothers, Darrel Sharpe & wife Jeanettia of New Bloomfield, Mo., Lloyd V. Sharpe & wife Kathy of Franklin, Tenn. and Gary Sharpe & wife Julie of Chesterfield, Mo.; and several nieces & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, infant daughter, infant granddaughter, sister, Mary Frances Lillard, brother, James Virgil Sharpe, sister-in-law, Rose Schmitz Sharpe, two brothers-in-law, Porter Lillard and Bud Felter.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday October 30, 2013 at 10 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Lewistown with Pastors Charles Sharpe and Ted Middleton officiating. Burial with military honors by Lewis County Memorial Post #578 will be in the Lewistown Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to the First Baptist Church of Lewistown.

Music is by the Baptist Church Choir.

Pallbearers are Paul Sharpe, Jason Sharpe, Wes Sharpe, Brad Sharpe, Josh Sharpe and Ethan Sharpe.

Arrangements with Arnold’s Funeral Home in Lewistown.

Online condolences can be left at www.arnoldsfuneralhome.net

Obituary LEWIS SAM SCHNELLBACHER Lewis “Sam” Schnellbacher, 81, of Mediapolis, formerly of Burlington, Iowa, Oct. 7, 2013 in Great River Medical Center, West Burlington.

Born April 26, 1932, in Quincy, he was a son of Albert John and Esther Schaffer Schnellbacher. On April 22, 1956, he married Beverly Jean Morrow in Burlington. She survives.

He graduated from LaGrange (Mo.) High School. He was a U.S. Navy veteran.

Lewis worked for the city of Burlington for 10 years and then worked at the Fort Madison Correctional Facility for 10 years.

In addition to his wife, Beverly, survivors include three sons, Jerry Dale Schnellbacher of Oklahoma City, Randall “Jay” Schnellbacher of Burlington and Michael Ray Schnellbacher of Danville; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one brother, Albert Van Schnellbacher; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Jeffrey Dean Schnellbacher; and two sisters, Orena Jean Schnellbacher and Rita Jean Schnellbacher.

Cremation has been entrusted to Thielen Crematory, Burlington. A graveside committal service was held at in Riverview Cemetery, LaGrange.

Thielen Funeral Home and Crematory, Burlington, was in charge of arrangements. Website: www.thielenfuneralhome.com.

Professional actor returns FBLA to Trick-or-Treat for Annual Guest Artist for canned goods Production at C-SC Culver-Stockton College is continuing the tradition of bringing a professional actor to campus to share the stage with students in the 28th Annual Guest Artist Production. The guest artist is Michael Brainard.

He will appear with performing arts majors as Lyman Wyeth in “Other Desert Cities,” written by Jon Robin Baitz and directed

by Dr. Haidee Heaton. The performance will run at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 8 and 9 in the Mabee Little Theatre, with a Sunday afternoon matinee at 3 p.m., Nov. 10.

Titled after an Interstate guide sign in southern California, “Other Desert Cities” centers around infighting in a wealthy Hollywood family as they gather for Christmas. Relationships take a sinister twist when the disillusioned daughter announces she plans to publish a tell-all memoire that exposes the dark family secret that led to her brother’s suicide more than 30 years ago. Taking political stances with no compromise or compassion threatens to tear the family apart even further, leading to a startling surprise ending.

The cast of the play is as follows: Kristen Houston, sophomore theatre major from Quincy, Ill., as Silda Grauman; Anna Wilmesher, freshman political science major from Union, Mo., as Brooke Wyeth; Jennifer Peikert, freshman speech and theatre education major from Marble Hill, Mo., as Polly Wyeth; Ian Sodawasser, senior musical theatre major from Davenport, Iowa, as the Lymen Wyeth understudy; Alex Cole, junior theatre major from Union, Mo., as Trip Wyeth.

Ryan DeGraw, senior speech education major from Canton, Mo., is the stage manager and Dakotta

Hagar, sophomore music education major from Edina, Mo., and Kathryn Hodge, sophomore musical theatre major from Imperial, Mo., are the assistant stage managers.

This is Brainard’s second time participating in CSC’s Guest Artist Production. In addition, Brainard has had a long career in television, cinema and theatre. His most recognizable role was as Dr. Joseph ‘Jake’ Martin Jr. in the television series “All My Children.”

He also had a recurring role on the television series “American Heiress.” He is in the upcoming movie, “Mi America,” scheduled for release in 2014.

The annual guest artist production is an opportunity for students and faculty to experience theatre with professional actors.

Students are able to work with the actor onstage, behind the scenes and in workshops and master classes. They also have the opportunity to learn new techniques in the field and share firsthand experiences of how the profession plays out on a day-to-day basis.

Previous guest artists include last year’s Mercy Malick, Robert Costanzo (2008) of the film “Mafiosa” and Michael Brainard (2005) of TV’s “All My Children.”

To reserve tickets, call 573-288-6346.

Baker graduates from basic training Army National Guard Pvt. Donavin S. Baker has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions.

Additional training in-

cluded development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman.

Baker is the son of Chris Foutes and grandson of Glenn Darnelle, both of East Main Street, Lewistown.

He is a 2011 graduate of Highland High School, Lewistown.

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Students from the Highland High School FBLA Chapter will be trick-or-treating for canned goods this Saturday and Sunday Nov. 2 and 3. Cans collected will be donated to the local food bank. If you wish to participate, but will be absent from your home, you can still donate by leaving your cans on the front porch.

Agriculture Secretary Announces 2012 a good year for cooperatives In recognition of October as National Cooperative Month, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that U.S. farmer, rancher and fishery cooperatives set records for sales, income and assets in 2012, buoyed by strong prices for grain, farm supplies and many other agricultural commodities.

Sales by agricultural and fishery co-ops of nearly $235 billion surpassed the 2011 record by $18 billion, an 8.3 percent gain. Record net (pre-tax) income of $6.1 billion was up nearly 13 percent over the $5.4 billion recorded in 2011.

“Agricultural cooperatives are a driving force in the nation’s thriving farm economy. Because they are farmer-owned and operated businesses, the sales dollars and income generated are much more likely to be returned and spent in rural areas and communities,” Vilsack said. “Ag cooperatives are also vital to the rural economy because they support 185,000 full- and part-time jobs, and are often the major employer in many rural towns.”

Vilsack has signed an October 2013 National Cooperative Month Proclamation that salutes not only agricultural and fishery co-ops, but the entire co-op sector, which includes utility, financial, food and many other types of co-ops – for helping to boost the economy

and create jobs. USDA’s annual survey of the nation’s more than 2,200 agricultural and fishery cooperatives shows that grain and oilseed sales by co-ops increased more than $7 billion in 2012.

Taken together, bean and pea, fruit and vegetable, nut, poultry and sugar sales by co-ops increased at least 3 percent over 2011 levels. Farm and ranch supply sales by coops were up by $7 billion, primarily due to rising energy prices. Fertilizer, feed and petroleum sales by co-ops each increased by at least $1 billion.

Net assets owned by agricultural co-ops, which range from local grain elevators and farm supply stores to major food and beverage processing plants – also showed a dramatic increase in 2012, rising to $82.9 billion, up 4.4 percent from $79.4 billion in 2011. Owner equity gained $1.8 billion.

Equity capital remains low, but is clearly showing an upward trend, with a 6.5 percent increase over the previous year.

Vilsack noted the announcement is another reminder of the importance of USDA programs for rural America. A comprehensive new Food, Farm and Jobs Bill would further expand the rural economy. He said that’s just one reason why Congress must get a comprehensive Food, Farm and Jobs Bill done as soon as possible.

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SPORTS C-SC Names Burgin Interim Women’s Basketball Coach Culver-Stockton College has announced the appointment of Janette Burgin to the position of interim head women’s basketball coach. Burgin arrives at C-SC after spending the past three seasons as an assistant coach with the women’s program at Central Methodist University in Fayette, Mo. She replaces Melissa Young, who resigned last week.

“We’re very pleased to announce that Janette Burgin will be joining our women’s basketball program,” said C-SC Director of Athletics Greg McVey. “Coach Burgin brings with her an impressive resume both on and off the court as clearly shown by the success she has achieved during her time as an assistant coach and as a player. We’re elated to be able to bring someone with her credentials to lead our program during this time of transition.”

About to begin her fourth season at Central Methodist, Burgin was instrumental in helping the Lady Eagles achieve one of the greatest turnarounds in NAIA Division I history and helped CMU surpass all expectations by posting a 17-13 overall record and placing third in the Heart

of America Athletic Conference during the 2011-12 campaign after going 5-25 the year before and finishing last in the HAAC. With Burgin’s help, the 2012-13 team jumped out to its best start in school history at 16-1, which included victories over two top 25 teams and NCAA Division I foe Chicago State. The season saw two eight-game winning streaks and the Lady Eagles finished 25-8 overall and 12-6 in HAAC play which earned them their first trip to the NAIA Division I National Tournament.

A native of Frankfort, Ind., Burgin joined the CMU staff as a graduate assistant after complet-

ing her career at NCAA Division II Quincy University in Quincy, Ill. After redshirting her freshman season due to a knee injury, Burgin played in 118 games during the next four years, including 96 starts for the Lady Hawks. She finished her career with 1,301 points, averaging 11.1 points per game in her senior season.

Burgin led the team with 55 three-point field goals made, while also recording team highs of 27 blocked shots and 46 steals. She was second on the 2009-10 Quincy team in rebounding and assists with 126 and 74, respectively. During her four seasons at QU, the Lady Hawks advanced to the NCAA Division II national tournament after the 2007-08 and 2008-09 seasons.

Burgin earned Bachelor of Science degree in physical education with a minor in sport management from Quincy and her Masters of Education degree from Central Methodist.

Burgin takes over a Culver-Stockton basketball program that compiled a 13-16 overall regular season record last year, including an 8-10 mark in the Heart of America Athletic Conference.

C-1 Trapshooting team finishes season

Lewis County C-1 FFA Trapshooting Team consisted of 14 members this year. They shot at the Schuyler County Trapshoot, Macon Trapshoot placing 2nd, Elsberry Trapshoot placing 5th. The team placed 4th at the Area Trapshoot qualifying them for the Northeast District Trapshoot. Justin Wilkens tied for the 3rd high individual shooter at the Area III Trapshoot. Members of the team are Cole McCutchan, Kyle Kaylor, Mikey Whan, Garrett Bringer, John McCutchan, Nathaniel Parrish, Justin Wilkens, Andre Nixon, Jacob Brown, Travis Hall, Nathan Henderson, Kyle Bringer, Jaclyn Scott and Heath Turnbaugh.

Gold Earns Third HAAC Player of the Week Honor Culver-Stockton College sophomore Kamrin Gold has been named Heart of America Athletic Conference (HAAC) Volleyball Player of the Week for her play during the Wildcats’ 3-0 week Oct. 21-27.

Gold, a 6-foot-2 outside hitter from Flint, Mich. (Carman-Ainsworth HS / University of Maryland), was awarded the weekly honor for the third time this season after averaging 4.67 kills and 3.83 digs per set last week. She recorded double-doubles in kills and digs in each of the three matches, bringing her season total to a team-high18 double-doubles this year.

Gold totaled 21 kills and 17 digs in a fiveset victory over Central Methodist in Mo. on Oct. 21, 13 kills and 10 digs in a three-set victory over Hannibal-LaGrange on Oct. 23, and a season-high 22 kills and 19 digs in a four-set victory over St. Ambrose in Iowa on Oct. 24.

Gold averaged 18.7 kills and 15.3 digs per match. She recorded a team-best five service aces and was second on the team with six blocks during the week. Gold also handled a team-high 82 serve receptions, committing eight passing errors for a 90.2 passing percentage.

For the season, Gold is averaging a teambest 3.99 kills per set and leads the HAAC in that category while being ranked 16th in the NAIA with 403 total kills. She is hitting at a 27.6 percent clip, committing just 104 errors on 1083 swings this season. She is also averaging 3.49 digs and has tallied 51 blocks and 22 services aces.

The Wildcats, who are currently 20-9 overall this season, are scheduled to play a HAAC match at Missouri Valley College on Oct. 29, in Marshall, Mo., before hosting Peru State College on Nov. 1, at 7 p.m. in Charles Field House.

Barry places first at State 4-H shoot Jackson Barry competed in the 4-H State 22 caliber small bore shooting competition in Columbia, Mo., on Sept. 21. He shot 3 positions – prone, standing and kneeling. He won first place in the intermediate age group. He was fourth in the overall age group 14 thru 18 years.

He is in the Pleasant Grove 4-H Club and coached by Larry Spurgeon.

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Sports Schedule October 31

November 2

November 5

JH Girl’s Basketball vs. Knox County 6 p.m.

Football vs. Avila University 1 p.m.

7/8 Boy’s Basketball @ North Shelby 6 p.m.

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Women’s Basketball vs. Hastings College 6 p.m.

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Women’s Volleyball vs. Peru State College 7 p.m.

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Men’s Basketball vs. Mount Mercy Univ.

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JH Girl’s A/B Basketball JH Boy’s A Basketball @ North Shelby 5 p.m.

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7/8 Girl’s Basketball vs. North Shelby 6 p.m.

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JH Girl’s A Basketball JH Boy’s A Basketball vs. Scotland County 6 p.m.

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