The Leon Journal-Reporter - June 15, 2022

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LEON, IOWA 50144, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2022

P.O. Box 580, 111 NW. 2nd, Leon, IA 50144 E-mail: JRNEWS@GRM.NET VOLUME 93 - NUMBER 20

Storm Rips Through County On the evening of June 7, for the second time in three months, Decatur County was hit by severe hail, rain and tornadiclike winds. The path of wind and destruction was mainly in the north ern part of the county near and along Highway J-20. It was reported that a majority of the area received upwards of two inches of rain during the quick moving storm.

One area farmer north of J-20 even reported hearing a freight train noise, indicative of a tornado, as he was taking shelter in his home.

Lots of crops were damaged in a short period of time as the hail and wind pummeled them into the ground.

In Leon, there were numerable reports of trees and branches down at the cemetery, in yards and across roadways.

A large tree in the Todd Applegate yard on NW Church Street was heavily damaged as large limbs were strewn about.

At the high school, a portion of the visiting team’s softball dugout was blown off.

Foundation Donates $4000 for Free Swimming Lessons

Summer has arrived and that means the Iowa heat is upon us. Many Americans head to swimming pools and lakes to cool off for some relaxation and leisure time. While swimming and water sports are a great sumA large two-story barn on the Gary and Rita Audlehelm north of Leon was destroyed as it was mer time activity, they also bring concerns for nearly split in two. (photo by Maizee Lindsey) inexperienced swimA large barn on mers. the Gary and Rita The American Audlehelm Farm was Red Cross states that split in half. The top drowning is a leadportion was blown ing cause of death for off and deposited in children in the United States. Ten people die front of the bottom each day from unintenportion of the structional drowning, and on ture. Windows were average 2 of them are also damaged in their under age 14. Drownhome. ing is responsible for “Neighbors came more deaths among Tuesday night after children ages 1-4 than the storm to mop waany other cause except ter, pick up glass, and birth defects and for evseal windows,” statery child who dies from ed Rita Audlehelm. drowning, another five “Family and neighbors receive emergency care returned Saturday for nonfatal submermorning to clear the sion injuries. damage. Rough times The Decatur Counmade easier by the ty Community Founkindness and generdation/South Cenosity of those in our The city crew spent Wednesday clearing large downed trees, at the Leon tral Iowa Community Cemtery, that were knocked down as a result from strong winds that tore lives.”

Foundation wants to through the county the night before. (photo by Maizee Lindsey) help inexperienced swimmers of all ages to State. Incumbent Rob Finkenauer 80 and to his opponents Gary receive the important Leffler 133 and Nicole lesson in life of knowSand was unopposed Glenn Hurst 8.

The Republicans Hasso 102. Cindy Axne ing how to swim. The on the Democratic side and received 241 votes. went with Zach Nunn was the only one listed Foundation has doRoby Smith re- for US Representative on the Democratic side nated $4000 to the City ceived 548 votes for District 3 as he collect- and she collected 250 of Leon swimming pool Treasurer of State for ed 377 votes compared votes. for anyone who would At the close of last In other county of- the Republicans, while like to participate in Tuesday’s Primary fices, on the Republi- Michael L. Fitzgerald free swim lessons. The Election, a total of 970 can side, Janet Pierson received 242 for the Foundation felt that ballots were cast in received 620 votes for Democratic ticket. the need and imporIncumbent SecDecatur County repre- County Treasurer; Ertance is great in our senting 19.65 percent ica Cook garnered 599 retary of Agriculture communities and that of 4,936 eligible voters. votes for County Re- Mike Naig received 579 is why they have given The County fol- corder; and Charlene votes on the Republifunding to both swimlowed suit with the Hoover received 566 can ticket while John ming pools in Decatur rest of the State in that votes for County Au- Norwood received 227 County. the Republican Party ditor. The Democrats on the Democratic The Leon swimturned out in over- had no one on the bal- ticket. ming pool will be offerFor the Republiwhelming numbers lot for these offices. ing two different sesover the Democrats.

For Governor on cans, Brenna Bird resions of lessons, that In the county, the Re- the Republican ticket, ceived 552 votes for are two weeks total publican Party cast 709 Kim Reynolds was run- Attorney General and to complete the trainballots, while only 261 ning unopposed and incumbent Tom Milling. These lessons will were tabbed for the received 663 votes. On er collected 247 votes be offered, June 20-24 Democratic Party. the Democratic side, from the Democrats. and June 27-30 at 6:00 Incumbent Joel The following are Deidre DeJear, was p.m. -7:45 p.m. as the unofficial results from also unopposed and re- Fry received 612 votes first evening sessions on the Republican side the county precints. ceived 235 votes. and again in July 11-14 The Board of SuFor Secretary of while the Democrats and 18-21 at 10:00 a.m.pervisor was the only State on the Republi- had no one on the bal11:45 a.m. for the seccontested race in the can side, Paul D. Pate lot. ond morning sessions.

Chuck Grassley recounty. The Republi- received 594 and Joel Please contact the cans gave Steve Fulk- Miller beat Eric Van ceived the Republican Leon Swimming Pool erson the nod as he Lancker 170 to 51 on nod for US Senator by Last week, on June 6, during their yearly pic- for signing up, quesbeating Jim Carlin 550 nic meeting, Dee Winebrenner was named the tions or more informagarnered 428 votes the Democratic side. compared to Sam WenTodd Halbur bested to 137. On the Demo- Lion of the Year. She was presented a plaque by tion at 641-446-6212. All gryn who received 238. Mary Ann Hanusa 313 cratic side, Michael last year’s recipient Mike Durell. The club meets ages are encouraged The Democrats had no to 245 for the Republi- Franken collected 170 the 1st and 3rd Mondays at their building locat- to take part to build one on the ballot. can nod for Auditor of over opponents Abby ed at the Decatur County Fairgrounds. knowledge on a life lesson that could someday save your own life or someone else’s. ager and Annalise Min- p.m. nick is a fill-in.

The dates for swimPool hours are 1:00 ming lessons are June Last Saturday, the guards are Tristyn LeyLeon Swimming Pool master, Peyton Jacobs, p.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. 20-30 for first session in opened for the sea- Breanna Edwards, Passes can be pur- the evenings and July son with 68 swimmers Justyn Edwards, Car- chased at Leon City 11-21 for second sesCall us or stop by enjoying the day. On son Scrivner, Amelia Hall for the season. sions in the mornings. the office with your Sunday, 84 sun seekers Carcamo, Isabel Stone There will be adult Sign up for lessons at guess. The first perwere in attendance. and Lora Bush. Cayle swim on Monday and the pool or call 446son EACH WEEK evenings 6212.

This year’s life Buckingham is man- Thursday to STOP BY THE from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 Due to limited OFFICE with the guards, there will be no correct guess earns water aerobics in the a piece of pizza and month of June. Plans a small fountain are in the works to posdrink, compliments sibly offer during July of Shelli's Short Stop. in the mornings.

There is no limit on the number of guesses. Try your luck.

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Available at Photo last week 1. Came to Leon Farmers Bank, First was Fred Cox, who in 1968, she was in 5th Interstate Bank, Hy-Vee also has a birthday grade.

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Long Creek Outfitters, 3. Is able to inter- tified by: Steve Willis Leon Journal-Reporter, (first guess winner) pret sign language.

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Worked at and Greg Porter.

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Sixty-eight swimmers enjoyed the opening day at the pool.

Republicans Outnumber Democrats in Primary Election, Fulkerson Beats Wengryn in Supervisor Race

Winebrenner Named Lion of the Year

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The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, June 15, 2022

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LOCALS Simpson College, Indianola, Iowa, recently announced the students named to the Spring 2022 President's List. To be included on the President's List, a student must attain a perfect 4.0 on a 4.0 grade point average.

MAIZEE LINDSEY, sophomore of Leon, was named to the President's List.

--G r a c e l a n d University, Lamoni, Iowa, recently announced the names of students named to the President's List, Honor's List, and Dean's List for the Spring 2022 semester.

To be included on the President's List, a student must attain a perfect 4.0 on a 4.0 grade point average.

The following students were named to the President's List: LEON: Alyssa Rhum, Isaac Hall and Rebekah Yoder.

LAMONI: Teri Foster, Ethan Balogh, Joshua Jordison, Abigail Barnes, Chris Collins, Maria Gomez, Jacey Lewis, Carly Maedel, Torie Martz, Kade Nowlin, Elvis Kipkosgei, and Ybrahim Quevedo Eslem.

--To be included on the Honor's List, a student must attain a 3.65 to 3.99 on a 4.0 grade point average.

The following students were named to the Honor's List: LAMONI: Isadora Cote, Tyler Francis, Ella Kidwell, Maddy Maedel, Maudie McKiernan, Curtis Roberts and Harrison Sellars.

--To be included on the Dean's List, a student must attain a 3.25 to 3.64 on a 4.0 grade point average.

The following students were named to the Dean's List: LEON: Eily Hall and Rian Bevan LAMONI: Mercedes Eckart, Anthony Gonzalez, Demeia Johnson, Taywone McNack, Salume Osakue, Abigail Rapp, Riley Stevenson, Hayden Stewart and

Mckell Yallop.

--G r a c e l a n d University, Lamoni, Iowa, recently announced the names of students who completed their graduation requirements at the end of the 2022 Spring Semester.

LAMONI: Nelvin Boscan Altuna, Alex Burnette, Christopher Cougill, Makenzie Fuller, James Jackson, Madison McCarty, Salume Osakue, Tara Sampson and Riley Stevenson.

HUMESTON: Travis Pollock --Southwestern Community College (SWCC), Creston, Iowa, recently announced the names of students named to the President's List and Dean's List for the Spring 2022 semester.

To be included on the President's List, a student must attain a 3.50 or above on a 4.0 grade point average.

The following student was named to the President's List: LEON: K i m b e r l y Gingerich, Ari Johnson and Brianna Ryan.

--To be included on the Dean's List, a student must attain at least a 3.00 on a 4.0 grade point average.

The following student was named to the Dean's List: LEON: Dain Saxton and Emerson Stone DECATUR: Caden Short (More Locals on page 3)

and Natalie.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a scholarship fund for students at Graceland University or Central Decatur High School. Contact BTC Bank in Lamoni for information.

LEMASTER, Kaye Morgan, 82, of Granger, Iowa, died on Saturday, June 4, 2022, at her home. Kaye was born and raised in the Garden Grove area. No services are planned at this time.

JACKEL, Richard "Tex" Wayne, 70, of Lamoni, Iowa, died on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at the Lamoni Specialty Care Center in Lamoni.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are through the SladeO'Donnell Funeral Home of Leon, Iowa.

Interment will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery, Lamoni, Iowa.

Survivors include his children, Peter and Terrilee Jackel of Lamoni, Sam Jackel of New York and Chelsey Jackel of Illinois.

DECKER, Forest Samuel "Sam", 75, of Unionville, Missouri, died on Sunday, June 12, 2022 at his home.

Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at the Slade-O'Donnell Funeral Home of Leon, Iowa.

Interment will be held at a later date.

ed working at Lamoni Utilities. He spent the majority of his working life as a truck driver.

Ron retired 15 years ago. He enjoyed his coffee and cigarettes and flying his gasoline powered remote controlled helicopter.

Preceding him in death were his parents; stillborn son, Lawrence Denver Kelly; and infant great grandson, Zavion. Left to cherish his memory include his children, Christina Kelly of Des Moines, Iowa, Ronald Dean Kelly and wife, Samra of Leon, Iowa, Kevin Kelly and companion, Heather Kelly of Runnells, Iowa, Amanda Harms and husband, Charlie of Clear Lake, Iowa, Jedediah “Jed” Kelly of Waterloo, Iowa, and Tabitha Kelly of Oviedo, Florida; 13 grandchildren, Demarco Turner, Jr. and Sydney, KaNia Turner, Tara Washington and Kenneth, Shyreka Austin and Meiko, JaRon Turner and Zoe Larson, Ronald Dean Kelly, Jr., Nautica Kelly, Jared Grove, Julius Dean Kelly, Madison Kelly, Zachary Harms, Zoe Harms, and Dominic Kelly; 18 great grandchildren; siblings, Bob and Janet Kelly of Lamoni, Iowa, Jolene and Dave Harden of Peeples Valley, Arizona, and Lisa and Mark Wyatt of Wichita Falls, Texas; nieces and nephews; special companion, Colleen Nicholl; and other relatives and friends.

OBITUARIES

DEATH NOTICE HOWELL, Leon Franklin (Frank), III, 52, of Lamoni, Iowa, died on Friday, June 10, 2022, surrounded by loved ones, after a difficult battle with an aggressive form of brain cancer, glioblastoma.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at the Shaw Center at Graceland University in Lamoni and at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 1, 2022, at the First Lutheran Church in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Arrangements are through Iowa Cremations Services in Cedar Rapids.

He is survived by his wife Sarah, and daughters Meredith

RONALD CLAIR KELLY Ronald Clair Kelly, age 71, of Lamoni, Iowa, the son of Clair Leroy and Barbara Adel (Stanford) Kelly, was born October 26, 1950, in Leon, Iowa. He died at Westview Acres Care Center in Leon, Iowa on June 1, 2022.

Ron grew up and attended school in Leon, Iowa. After he graduated from high school in 1969, he start-

Memories of Bob Hampton Bob was a great employee and above all a friend. He worked hard, drove hard; always pitched in to do whatever needed to be done. If another driver got two loads to Kansas City, Bob got three. If another driver got three loads to Des Moines, Bob tried for four.

One day the highway patrol called. A driver had filed a complaint.

A Smith Feeder Supply truck had been tale gating him too close. Questioning Bob he said the darned driver wouldn’t let him pass – going down the middle of the road, weaving back and forth looking down every corn row and patch of beans to check the weed problem.

Bob was generous beyond measure. He mowed people’s yards in Decatur, made candy on Valentine’s Day, and made stuffed peppers and other treats to show off his cooking skills.

Not long ago he said there isn’t a day goes by that I don’t wish to be over there helping you. My reply was there isn’t a day goes by that I don’t wish you were over here helping us.

Bob we’ve been blessed to have you as our friend.

Smith Family

ROBERT WAYNE HAMPTON Robert Wayne Hampton was born to Frank Boward and Maxcine Jane (Smith) Hampton on January 27,1942, at their rural Decatur County, Iowa home and passed from this life on June 3, 2022, at Veterans Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa.

Bob, as he was known, was 80 years old.

Bob graduated from Morman Trail High School and shortly after married Diane Smith. To this union a daughter, Pauline Marie, was born. The cou-

ple later divorced.

Bob was a business owner of meat cutting operations in both Nebraska and Wisconsin before being inducted into the United States Army and serving in Vietnam.

Bob was honorably discharged with the rank of drill sergeant and received a Purple Heart. Bob returned to Iowa and married Nevelee (Norman) Pace. Together they raised her children, Duane and Shannon. They also raised their grandaughter, Angela, from a very young age.

Bob hauled grain for Bob and Ruby Smith for several years, owned and operated his own semi, owned and operated a mobile wash truck, and was the manager of the Hilltop Station in Decatur, Iowa. He returned to drive a truck again for Bob and Ruby Smith until his retirement.

He cared deeply for the Smith family.

Bob served as Mayor of Decatur City and attempted to “Keep Decatur Beautiful”. He bought several loads of gravel for the streets and mowed yards for many.

Bob was respected by all who knew him for his strong work ethic, always had a joke to tell, and was known as “MR.SOYBEAN” on the C.B. radio.

Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Nevelee in 2005; grandson, Eric Craig; and brothers, Frank Jr., Dennis, and Ralph Hampton. He is survived by daughter, Pauline Hampton of Brooklyn, Iowa; stepdaughter, Shannon Craig and husband, Ronnie of Davis City, Iowa; step-son, Duane Pace of Leon, Iowa; six grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; siblings, Guy Hampton of Leon, Iowa, Mary and Wayne Williams of Corydon, Iowa, Dorthy Rising of Safety Harbor, Florida, Stephen and Diane Hampton of Culbertson, Montana, Joyce Shackelford of Des Moines, Iowa, and John and Sandra Hampton of Camdenton, Missouri; nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends.

Be Sure to Attend the Leon Rodeo July 1, 2, 3 and 4.

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Thank You North Lumber & Home Center would like to thank everyone that came to our customer appreciation day.

The surprise of receiving the 2021 Citizen of the Year Award was so unexpected. I can’t believe so many kept it a secret. Thank you to the Leon Chamber for this honor and to Terry Boyd and Dr. Larry Richard for their kind words.

To my son Tony for his vision of purchasing and relocating our business, and the love and support of family and friends.

To my manager Cody, we couldn’t do it without you in so many ways. Much appreciated.

Wayne, Mike and John, all the hard work you do behind the scenes.

Thank you to the Decatur County Cattlemen.

To Maggie Lindsey and Amanda Kelley for your much needed support.

Thank you to everyone for your support through the years.

Sally Dykes

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Lions Club Installs Officers

The Leon Lions Club inducted new officers for the ensuing year at their yearly picnic meeting held June 6. Elizabeth Schmidt (second from left) was elected president. Other officers inducted included: Dee Winebrenner, secretary; John Dunsdon, treasurer; Lucas Gilliland membership chairperson; and Jonathan Erb, tail twister. Pictured from left – Jonathan Erb, Schmidt, Dee Winebrenner, John Dunsdon, and Lucas Gilliland.

Matthew Boothe Awarded a $500 Scholarship from GRM Networks®

Matthew Boothe of Leon, Iowa, was awarded a $500 scholarship from GRM Networks. Boothe is a graduate of Central Decatur Community School and plans to attend Iowa State University in Ames.

GRM Networks awarded a total of $5,500 in scholarships to six area high school students in Missouri and Iowa as part of the cooperative’s scholarship program.

Boothe is pictured above with Jenni Neff, Director of HR and Marketing at GRM Networks.

LOCALS Southwestern Community College (SWCC), Creston, Iowa, recently announced the names of students who completed their graduation requirements at the

end of the 2022 Spring Semester.

BRIANNA RYAN, of Leon, Associate of Science degree K A S A N D R A HILDRETH, of Leon, Diploma in Practical Nursing ROBIN JOHNSON, of Leon, Diploma in Practical Nursing

LYNDSEY DALE, of Garden Grove, Iowa, Diploma in Practical Nursing --Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, recently announced the names of students named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2022 semester. To be included on the Dean's List, a student must attain a 3.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 grade point average.

LEON: Kevin Beaghan, Biochemistry WELDON: Riley Brianne Bell, Agricultural and Life Sciences Educaiton DECATUR: Keegan C. Bethards, Kinesiology and Health LINEVILLE: Morgan Diane Nordyke, Agricultural Engineering LAMONI: Cooper Davis Ranney, Sara Marie Stevenson, and Kyle Henry Warrington --Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, recently announced the names of students who completed

Class of 1972 Holds 50 Year Reunion

The Central Decatur Class of 1972 got together for their 50 year reunion at the All School Reunion held over Memorial Day Weekend. Pictured back from left – Raymond Leeper, Garry Hednerson, Larry Henderson, Mark Kilgore, Mike Halverson, and Robert Kelly. Front from left – Janet (Trembly) Leeper, Jewel (Blunt) Nichols, and Gloria (Adair) Hamilton. their graduation requirements at the end of the 2022 Spring Semester.

KALLIE BURTON, of Davis City, Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies, Summa Cum Laude N I C H O L A S BISHOP, of Osceola and formerly of Leon, Bachelor of Science, Horticulture TRAE PETTY, of Leon, Bachelor of Science, Animal Science

Leon Community Meal Menu (Subject to Change) Reservations are REQUIRED by 10:00 a.m. for next day 446-4555

Beef liver and onions, baked potato, beets.

Mon., June 20 Grilled lemon rosemary chicken thigh, rice pilaf, peas and carrots.

Tues., June 21 Shrimp scampi linguini pasta, spring vegetables, bread stick.

Wed., June 22 BBQ beef brisket, baked beans, beets.

Decatur County Public Health

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Walk In Wednesday for COVID vaccine from 8:30 to 11:30 and between 1-4. We have Pfizer & Moderna.

Call 641-446-6518 for an appointment to schedule your child for immunizations.

There are specific immunization requirements for students entering Kindergarten, 7th and 12th grade. *We have COVID vaccine available for ages 12 and up.*

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The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, June 15, 2022

TWICE TOLD TALES time, Justin, Aaron, Matthew and Mark.

50 Years Ago (June 15, 1972) At the June meeting of the Central Decatur School Board it was decided to discontinue classes beginning with the 1972-73 school year at the Davis City building. The board estimated a savings of a around $6,000 with the closing. The board also approved the hiring of Arlie Meyers and Dale Hill as bus mechanics.

James Peddicord and Vernon Moore were retiring.

State basketball camp was held at Iowa State. Attending from Leon were Bennie Peterson, Tim Bennett, Jim Stewart and Jeff Hoffman. Peterson won the Maury John free throw contest.

Winds of tornadic force struck the community of Humeston on June 5 uprooting trees, damaging cars, homes and buildings.

Attending band camp from the area at Northeast Missouri State College in Kirksville were: Shelia Beers, Cathy Bennett, Cathy Courtney, Connie Hughes, Kathy Schlarbaum, Susie Scott, Vicki Tharp, Lisa Beers, Susan Sponsler, Jean Skinner, Angela Campbell, Michael Jamison, Peggy Keller, Sara Moore and Cindy Sponsler.

Mr. and Mrs. Joe Boord of Leon became the parents of Joseph Shane (Jody) June 2 at the Decatur County Hospital.

Gene Gibbs of Decatur broke a bone in his foot and his neighbors gathered and planted his beans for him. Those helping were John Luce, Robert Phillips, Max Albaugh, Harry Smith, Phillip Miller, Lloyd Welder, Robert Woodard, Edwin Woods and Dale Ramsey.

Class of 1977 45th Reunion

The class had a beautiful celebration with a sunny, windy day, hosted by Steve and Ginny Bettin.

Many memories relived and made.

Pictured from left - Richard Perry, Kim Watson, Laurie(Brophy) Meyer, Kent Chambers, Karman Buckingham, Allen Norman, Steve and Ginny Bettin, Glenda(Stutzman)Yoder, Kim(Jones)Houf, Marty(Mendenhall)Carney, Vicky(Johnston)Shields, Sandy(Akers)Higdon, Rhonda(Hill)Senter, Tammy(Owens)Heintz, Loren Hershberger, Ruth(Slade)O'Donnell.

(Little League names, continued from last week) Little League HyVee team members were Jeff Treat, Bruce Treat, Doug Brand, John Simpson, Kevin Hill, Larry Kuster, Greg Hinds, Lyle Hill, Raydean Boles, Bob Barnhart, Rodney Owens and Blane Brooks. Coach was Eldon Simpson. JC Penneys team members were Danny Anderson, Joel Baker, Terry Chapman, Dennis Quick, Jerry Vaughn, Phil Bennett, Danny Akers, Joel Anderson,

Jimmie Chapman, Mark Peterson, Dennis Eastin, David and Tom Scott. Coach was Rev. Anderson.

75 YEARS AGO (June 12, 1947) Sawmill Injury Fatal to Price Rex, 46 who had operated a sawmill in Decatur County for nearly 20 years, died from injuries suffered in an accident at the mill on the Archie Coontz farm near Woodland.

A 2x6 flew off the saw and struck Mr. Rex on the left side. James Rumley, who was working with him, took him

between Pleasanton and Lineville was badly damaged.

Fifty feet was sheered off on the west end and no travel was possible over the road. Four crews of bridge men were at work repairing bridges in this county.

to the Decatur County Hospital. An operation was performed and successful, but a blood clot developed and he died shortly.

Rampaging Rivers Caused Floods Here – Grand River and other streams in county overflow corn lands. County Engineer Brown, after a check-up, stated the loss to bridges in Decatur County totaled $100,000.

One of the bridges washed out two miles west of Woodland was a twisted mass of steel in the bottom of the creek bed. The bridge which spanned Weldon River

Plaza Furniture’s Annual Great American Friday, June 17 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturday, June 18 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Marriage Licenses – Archie F. Green and Gertie W. Black; Dennis D. Anderson and Leota Faye Eliason; Warren Dale Wallinga and Beverly Gardner.

Julia and Anne Conwell, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. F.D. (continued on page 12)

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20 YEARS AGO (June 12, 2002) Decatur County recorded 875 voters at the polls for the Primary Election.

The Leon Post Office was flying a new flag in recognition of high marks from customers on their postal team's performance, reported Leon Postmaster Kathy Cunningham.

The Order of the Yellow Jersey flag was awarded to the employees for outstanding performance and teamwork in satisfying customers.

More than 1,450 blood donors were needed each week to meet the rising transfusion demands of the 34 hospitals serviced

by The Blood Center of Central Iowa. The Blood Center was seeking donations at the Decatur Community blood drive held at Barnum Community Center in Decatur City.

Paul J. Kosman of Weldon was killed the afternoon of June 9 when the tractor he was driving got too close to the shoulder on road R-48 two miles south of Weldon and went into a ditch. The tractor pinned him.

The Leon Public Library started its Summer Reading Program entitled "Join the Winner's Circle: Read!," including reading for prizes as in years past, but also added a competitive phase. The competitor who turned in the most amount of reading minutes received $50 cash, second and third place contestants each received $25 cash.

The family of Wayne and Shirley Owens honored their parents with their 45th Wedding Anniversary on June 11.

Happy "50th" Birthday to Fred Cox on June 16, from his grandchildren at the

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MELINDA MACKEY The Quilts Of Valor Foundation began in 2003 with a literal dream. Founder Cathrine Roberts' son was deployed in Iraq. And according to Catherine, the dream was as vivid as real life.

She saw a young man sitting on the side of his bed in the middle of the night hunched over.

The permeating feeling was one of utter despair. She could see his war demons clustered around, dragging him down into an emotional gutter. Then as if viewing a movie; she saw him in the next scene wrapped in a quilt.

His whole demeanor changed from one of despair to one of hope and well being. And the idea to make quilts for Service Members and Veterans was born. The QOVF is a movement of over 10,000 volunteer members across 600 groups in all 50 states, represented by almost 700 volunteer leaders whose objective is to bring healing to Service Members and Veterans. Over 300,000 QOV awards have been reported throughout the US and overseas, and Wednesday at 7:00pm one of the quilts was presented to our very own Bob Hunt, long time Grand River Resident and Vietnam Veteran. In December of 1965 Bob was drafted into the United States Army. Induction took place at Fort Des Moines, then to Basic Training in Texas. Bob's Advanced Training was at Fort Knox, Kentucky.

Then in September of 1966 Bob was deployed to Vietnam via Anchorage, Alaska and Japan. Landing at Cameron Bay, Bob was assigned the 119th Transportation Unit.

The 119th Transportation Unit was a forward support outfit doing road building. In September of 1967 Bob left Vietnam from Saigon, and discharged at Fort Lewis, Washington with the ending rank: Specialist 4th Class E4. Anne Welker, of Murray; representing the QOVF and presenting the quilt also added, "Vietnam Veterans are brothers who fought without America's Support, and returned

Bob Hunt received a quilt from the Quilts of Valor Foundation. Hunt is a long time resident of Grand River and a Vietnam Veteran. without America's welcome. Those brothers will always be the best America had". Bob continued in his civilian life as a cattle buyer and currently lives in Grand River. Thank you, Bob for your service-I hope I got everything right!

How you can request a Quilt of Valor: Visit the qovf.org website and click on the red

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LIZ CARPENTER Well, I hope everyone was able to handle the two day heat wave this week. With all the moisture we have had, a couple of days of hot, hot weather should really get things growing.

I had an update from Ina Lou Myrick, Teeny Gibson’s sister.

A memorial service for Teeny will be held during the Tennery Family Reunion on Friday, July 8th at 3:00 PM in the pavilion in the El Reno, Oklahoma, cemetery. There will also be a memorial service in Lamoni at the Community of Christ Church probably on July 30th. Additional details will be shared as they are finalized.

Clay Parkhust and Breanna Main had a full week of work. Breanna

"Take Action" button, click on the "Request a Quilt of Valor", follow the directions for the form and submit. A State Coordinator will find a group or individual to fulfill your request. You will also find links to volunteer your time for the program or make donations.

Have a great week!

did manage to do a little shopping in the city on Sunday. Then back to work on Monday!

Kim Erwin is enjoying having her grandson Cameron here for a summer visit.

They stopped by Liz Carpenter’s Sunday evening to drop off some cans for the Optimist Club and say hi to Liz. Cassie Daleske’s yellow and red lilies are blooming and so pretty.

Her tomato plants have little teeny tiny tomatoes on them, and the boys have been living their best life camping with Chrissy Wiig! They have also been enjoying their new kiddie pool with a slide, too.

That had to feel extra good during the twoday heat wave.

Tuesday evening Sophie Ryan and her 5 year old granddaughter Abbi Taylor stopped by Liz Carpenter’s. Abbi spent the night and the next day with Liz. They had fun making mini pizzas for supper and pancakes for breakfast. They also enjoyed checking on the baby kitties in the barn and the baby chicks in the shed.

Drew Parkhurst got a new brown and white paint filly. She is just a young one so he and the family will have fun working with her and training her for riding.

Liz Carpenter and friend Linda Perkins made a quick trip to Des Moines on Friday.

Took care of some business, enjoyed lunch, and did a little shopping.

Grandma Traci came over to visit Kyra and Benson Parkhurst on Sunday morning.

Holly, Dylan, Benson, and Kyra Parkhurst celebrated Holly's birthday Sunday evening at their house with Holly’s mom, Grandma Delila, and Cousin Daxon. They had supper and cake and ice cream. Holly’s age? It is a prime number less than thirty and greater than twentyfive. (It is the tenth prime number.) Happy Birthday, Holly!

Saturday afternoon

Optimist Club member Liz Carpenter attended the goat show at the Lamoni Fairgrounds.

Wednesday Kay Herring, Philinda Snethen, and Jim and Jeanine Bradley went to Blank Park Zoo. They saw all kinds of animals, then ate supper that night in celebration of Jim Bradley’s birthday.

No report on Jim’s age.

Happy Birthday, Jim! Sunday morning Optimist Club members Kay Herring and Philinda Snethen helped out at the concession stand for the Lamoni Youth Livestock Show at the Lamoni Fairgrounds.

Sunday afternoon Optimist Club member Liz Carpenter helped out at the Lamoni Youth Livestock Show.

Optimist Club member and fair board volunteer Alma Mickelson was also there. She was helping keep track of the different classes and making sure things were moving smoothly along.

One day last week, Philinda Snethen went to Des Moines and met up with her granddaughter Victoria Jackson and her hubby DJ. They enjoyed visiting over lunch.

Donna Ogier had a quiet week around her farm.

Ivan Lane also enjoyed a quiet week around his farm..

Sunday evening Kim Erwin stopped by Liz Carpenter’s to donate some cans to the Optimist Club collection and say hi.

Also Sunday evening, Andrew Lane and Cassie Daleske stopped

by Liz Carpenter’s to drop off a trailer and visit.

Have a good week, be kind to each other, and we apparently are not cheering loud enough because the Kansas City Royals are having a little trouble getting things going in the right direction this season.

Fortunately the season is still pretty young and they do have some time to turn things around. So, keep cheering! Go Royals!

Moulton Elementary in DSM after 33 years.

Tracey taught Head Start her first 9 years of teaching and then kindergarten for the remaining 24 years. She said that it just felt like summer vacation so far but I know she will stay very busy with the 3 grandchildren. She’s also is a good cook and baker and shares her wares with the neighbors. Tracey runs on her own daily and runs in marathons so I’m anxious to hear what consumes the remainder of her time. Tracey is married to my son, Chris Boothe, and is the daughter of Joyce Binning and the late Frank Binning. Best wishes Tracey and enjoy your new journey!

Liz Beaty of Lamoni and I spent Wednesday morning together going to appointments.

And… Wednesday, June 8th was Liz’s 90th birthday! On the way to Leon, I asked her how it felt to be 90 because I probably would never know. Her answer was, “Well, actually, it just feels like yesterday” and she giggled her cute giggle. Liz’s great granddaughter, Randi Beaty, stopped by in the afternoon to visit with birthday wishes on her way from Colorado back to her home in Truro. Randi got the real present cause Grandma Liz sent her home with her famous pumpkin bars and I know they are good cause Liz shares….

Happy Birthday, Liz! Lewis and Evelyn Hamilton of Davis City hosted a party on Sunday, June 12th.

Sunday was Lewis Hamilton’s 97th birthday and, BOY!, did he ever have a great birthday surprise! Forty relatives and friends came with food and good wishes to help him celebrate. Evelyn had the

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deck decorated with balloons and a Happy Birthday banner.

Those attending were Lewis’ son, Richard and Ramona Hamilton and their son, Tim and Delcena Hamilton and family all of Bethany, MO, Evelyn’s son, Russ and Lisa Waltz and their son of DSM. Misty Polka and friend Dustin of Texas, Jessie and Heather Waltz of Florida.

Peggy Hamilton, Tanya and Jeff Norris and family all of Ridgeway, MO, David, Brandon, Logan and Dustin Hamilton and Emma Craig and friend and Michael and Kelly O’Neil all of Bethany, MO. Louise O’Neil of Cainsville, MO. Becky Waltz and family and Dennis and Cindy Kiefer all of DSM, Angie McDowell of Peru, IA, and Chiane McKinney of St Charles, IA, and Aaron, Renae, Shira and friend of Davis City. Cake and homemade ice cream were enjoyed by the family.

Lewis received a bird feeder and a bird house to watch from the window. Happy, Happy Birthday, Lewis!

After some 30 + years, I was asked to sit on the election board June 7th. Of course, there was a training required and I, for sure, needed it. With the precincts being changed, we had a larger number of voters than usual. The 14 1/2 hour day went by pretty quickly and our counts all came out on point at the end of the day. Shirley Hill, Theresa Parker and I were on the board and we enjoyed some fun time in between voters.

It was a good day, lots of voters came out to express their choice for our state and I will, for sure, do it again.

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Both Teams Compete Strong in Conference Play Earning 2-1 Record for the Week

(Photos by Maizee Lindsey)

The Cardinals had a busy week, earning 2 conference wins against SWV and Bedford, losing against SEW. The Cardinals went 3-4 overall for the week.

Vs. MORAVIA The Lady Cards hosted the Moravia Mohawks and recorded the 9-3 win. The first 2 innings were quiet before the Cards opened up the gates adding 5 runs in the third inning.

The Cardinals never looked back adding 2 more runs in the fourth and fifth innings each, ending the game after the top of the seventh.

Kylee Rockhold pitched 4 innings recording the win earning 7 strike outs and giving up no walks. Annika Evertsen pitched 3 innings recording 1 strike out and giving up 3 walks.

SB vs Moravia Batting Stats Player AB R H RBI Annika Evertsen 4 0 1 0 Hallee Hamilton 4 1 1 1 Kylee Rockhold 4 1 1 3 Addie Graham 4 0 0 0 Aniston Jones 3 1 0 0 Jordan Proctor 3 1 1 1 Addy Schreck 2 2 1 0 Peyton Fry 1 2 0 0 Amy Potter 3 1 1 1

The Cards earned 2 conference wins against SWV and Bedford, losing against SEW. The Cards went 3-4 overall for the week.

Vs. MORAVIA The Cardinals hosted the Moravia Mohawks, losing the nail biter, 3-4. The Cardinals were the first on the board with a run

Vs. SWV The Cardinals traveled to face the SWV Timberwolves and continued their momentum, adding a 9-0 win to the boards. The Cards started with 2 runs in the first and second innings each and 1 more in the third for the 5-0 lead. After another couple quiet innings, the Cards added 1 in the sixth and continued their forward motion with 3 more in the seventh.

Kylee Rockhold recorded the win from the circle earning almost half the outs with 10 strike outs and giving up only 1 walk.

SB vs SWV Batting Stats Player AB R H RBI Annika Evertsen 5 2 2 1 Hallee Hamilton 5 1 1 0 Kylee Rockhold 4 1 2 1 Addie Graham 4 0 1 2 Aniston Jones 3 1 1 0 Jordan Proctor 4 2 2 2 Addy Schreck 2 1 1 2 Peyton Fry 4 0 0 0 Amy Potter 4 1 1 1

GVC tying the game in the second. In the third, GVC added 1 and the Cards answered back with 2 for the 3-2 lead. The Cards were then unable to score anymore runs against GVC adding 2 in the fifth and 4 more in the seventh.

Annika Evertsen pitched 6 innings, recording the loss from the circle earning 3 strike outs and only giving up 1 walk. Kylee Rockhold pitched 1 inning recording 2 outs and giving up 0 walks.

SB vs GVC Batting Stats Player AB R H RBI Annika Evertsen 4 1 0 0 Hallee Hamilton 3 2 2 2 Kylee Rockhold 2 0 1 1 Addie Graham 2 0 0 0 Aniston Jones 3 0 0 0 Jordan Proctor 3 0 0 0 Addy Schreck 3 0 0 0 Peyton Fry 3 0 0 0 Amy Potter 3 0 0 0

Vs. GVC The Cardinals hosted Grand View Christian on Wednesday, being slowed down some on the 3-8 loss. CD put the first run on the boards in the first inning with

Vs. SEW The Cardinals were back on the road to only get a beating from the SEW Warhawks, 1-12 after five innings.

SEW added the first run in the first inning and 6 more in the third.

In the fourth inning, Kylee Rockhold record-

in the first inning before the Mohawks took the lead and held it adding 2 in the third and 1 more in the fourth. The Cardinals narrowed the gap with one in the fourth. In the final inning, the Mohawks stretched the lead with another run. The Cardinals answered back with a run of their

own but fell short.

Matthew Boothe pitched 4 innings, taking the loss from the mound, recording 5 strike outs and giving up 3 walks. Devin Adams pitched 1.1 innings earning 1 strike out. Jaydan Broich pitched 1.2 innings recording 1 strike out but giving up 3 walks.

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Vs. BEDFORD The Cards did not stay down long, traveling to Bedford to give them a beating, 12-1, with their own 10 run rule win. CD got off the bus adding 4 runs in the first inning.

The fourth inning, the

BB vs Moravia Batting Stats Player AB R H RBI Matt Boothe 4 0 0 0 Devin Adams 2 0 0 0 Kale Rockhold 2 0 1 0 Lane Leeper 0 3 0 0 Jaydan Broich 1 0 0 0 Champ Walker 3 0 0 0 Spencer Smith 3 0 0 0 Jaxson Cornett 1 0 0 0 Sam Boothe 3 0 1 0 Joe Sheetz 2 0 0 0 Ty Rasmussen 1 0 1 0

out early with a Mercy Rule of 10 runs.

Jaydan Broich pitched 3.1 innings recording the win with 2 strike outs and giving up 5 walks. Kale Rockhold pitched 1.2 innings recording 1 strike out and giving up 2 walks.

got robbed of a walkoff in the bottom of the 7th," said Coach Shane Akers. "We bounced back with an 11-3 win at Southwest Valley."

BB vs SWV Batting Stats Player AB R H RBI Jaydan Broich 5 0 2 0 Matt Boothe 3 2 1 0 Devin Adams 4 1 2 2 Kale Rockhold 4 0 1 0 Lane Leeper 0 1 0 0 Spencer Smith 5 0 1 1 Vs. SWV Wade Hill 0 1 0 0 The Cardinals went Champ Walker 4 3 2 1 on the road to face the Jaxson Cornett 4 2 1 0 SWV Timberwolves, Sam Boothe 4 1 2 2 winning the conference Ty Rasmussen 2 0 2 1 battle. The Cardinals added the first run Vs. P-VILLE in the second inning.

"Cards brought SWV answered back the bats and got the in the third inning and they both added win at home against 16-6," 1 in the fourth inning, Pleasantville stated Coach Akers. keeping it tied 2-2. The After the conferCardinals put their bats ence win the night into action in the right before, the Cardinals place adding 3 and 6 more runs for the 11-2 were in forward motion. lead. SWV narrowed After the first 2 innings, the gap by one in the the score was tied 1-1. final inning but fell way The Trojans added 2 runs in the third then short.

Spencer Smith the Cardinals let loose pitched 5 innings re- answering back with 10 cording the win with 3 runs. In the fourth, the strike outs and giving bats continued adding up only 1 walk. Jaxson 4 more runs.

In the fifth inning, Cornett pitched 2 innings recording 5 strike the defense let up allowing P-ville to add outs.

"CD started out 3 runs but the offense the week with a close was able to answer one at home against back with the winning Moravia. Lost 4-3 and run turning the lights

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BB vs P-ville Batting Stats Player AB R H RBI Jaydan Broich 3 0 2 2 Lane Leeper 0 1 0 0 Matt Boothe 3 3 2 4 Devin Adams 4 1 1 2 Kale Rockhold 2 3 2 0 Spencer Smith 1 1 1 3 Champ Walker 3 1 1 2 Jaxson Cornett 3 2 1 1 Sam Boothe 2 2 1 0 Ty Rasmussen 1 2 0 1 Vs. SEW The boys were on the road again against SEW, facing the Warhawks who traditionally have a tough roster. The Cards lost 1-9. SEW had an 8-0 lead after the third inning. Both teams recorded 1 run in the fourth then remained scoreless for the game.

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cording 6 strike outs while giving up 4 walks.

Joe Sheetz pitched 1 out while giving up 1 walk.

Cards added another 2 and the Bulldogs only 1. The Cardinal bats came alive again in the fifth adding 6 more runs, with the Bulldogs unable to respond with anything, ending the night early.

Kylee Rockhold chalked up another conference win from the circle pitching 5 innings recording 8 strike outs and giving up 3 walks.

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BB vs SEW Batting Stats Player AB R H RBI Jaydan Broich 3 0 0 0 Matt Boothe 3 0 0 0 Devin Adams 4 0 0 0 Kale Rockhold 3 1 1 0 Spencer Smith 2 0 0 0 Champ Walker 2 0 0 0 Jaxson Cornett 2 0 0 0 Sam Boothe 3 0 1 1 Ty Rasmussen 3 0 1 0 Vs. BEDFORD The Cardinals traveled to Bedford Friday, charging the Bulldogs with 5 runs in the first inning and another one in the second for the 6-0 lead. Both teams added one in the third inning. The Cardinals slowed down with adding only 1 in the fifth inning answered back by the Bulldogs with 2 in the fifth and sixth innings narrowing the Cardinal lead, 8-5. The Cards added 2 more in the final inning with the Bulldogs recording 1 more but fell short to the Cards.

Matthew Boothe pitched 5.2 innings recording the win from the mound, earning 7 strike outs and giving up 5 walks. Ty Rasmussen pitched 1.1 innings recording 1 strike out.

"Cards win 10-6 at Bedford. Record improves to 5-6 overall and 4-3 in the conference," stated Coach Akers.

BB vs Bedford Batting Stats Player AB R H RBI Jaydan Broich 5 1 1 0 Matt Boothe 5 2 3 1 Devin Adams 3 1 1 0 Kale Rockhold 5 0 2 2 Wade Hill 0 1 0 0 Spencer Smith 4 1 1 1 Champ Walker 4 1 1 1 Jaxson Cornett 2 2 2 2 Sam Boothe 4 1 0 0 Ty Rasmussen 4 0 2 1 AC/GC TOUR. The Cardinals traveled to compete in the AC/GC tournament Saturday playing Hinton in the first game. The Cards lost 1-9, resulting in playing then back to back. The Cards faced the Lenox Tigers in the second match, losing 1-15.

The Cardinals started their packed full week again hosting Moulton-Udell on Monday, traveling to play MSM Tuesday and DMC Wednesday before hosting Lenox on Thursday and traveling to Wayne on Friday.

Next week, the Cards travel to Murray on Monday, June 20, host Nodaway Valley on Tuesday and travel to Melcher-Dallas Wednesday before hosting East Union Thursday and SEW Friday.

REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS The following real estate transactions were filed in the office of the Decatur County Recorder, Gale Norman. Stamps represent financial consideration of the transaction. Stamps are 80 cents per $500 in property value with the first $500 worth of property exempt.

Myrick K. Swartz and Faye Ann Swartz to Mount Zion Mennonite Chapel Parcel "C" in that part of land described in a Warranty Deed recorded in Book 2005 Page 1789 of the NW 1/4 NE 1/4 of Section 32, T 69 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, as shown in Plat of Survey filed March 27, 2017 in Book 2017 Page 0297, described as follows: Commencing at the N 1/4 corner of said Section 32; thence N ... to POB; having an area of 0.33 acres; AND commencing 275' E of the N 1/4 corner of Section 32, T 69 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa; thence S ...

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SB vs Bedford Batting Stats Player AB R H RBI Annika Evertsen 4 2 2 0 Hallee Hamilton 4 3 3 3 Kylee Rockhold 3 0 2 1 Addie Graham 4 1 1 1 Aniston Jones 4 1 2 1 Jordan Proctor 2 1 2 1 Addy Schreck 3 1 1 1 Peyton Fry 2 0 0 0 Amy Potter 2 0 0 0 Maren Buckingham 1 0 0 0 Breegan Lindsey 1 3 1 2 CRESTON TOUR. The Cardinals competed in the Creston Tournament on Saturday, facing Dallas-Center Grimes with a 0-6 loss. The Cardinals next played Clarinda, playing a nail biter game, falling short by one run, 8-9.

The Lady Cards started their packed full week again hosting Moulton-Udell on Monday, traveling to play MSM Tuesday hosting Clarke on Wednesday and Lenox on Thursday and traveling to Wayne on Friday.

Next week, the Cards travel to Murray on Monday, June 20, host Nodaway Valley on Tuesday, Chariton on Wednesday, East Union Thursday and SEW Friday. to POB. No transfer stamps.

Douglas M. Plym and Marvelle Plym to Gregory A. Porter and Lisa A. Porter, Trustees of the Gregory A. Porter and Lisa A. Porter Revocable Trust dated December 14, 2018 - That part of the NW 1/4 SE 1/4 of Section 36, T 69 N, T 25 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, lying N and E of the road as now located.

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DCH Corner

Men’s Health Awareness Week In the DCH Outpatient Clinic, we offer access to 15 specialized services to meet the needs of our community. This week as we recognize Men’s Health Awareness Week, we’re shedding light on clinic services that can help you on your health journey.

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is one of the most prevalent chronic conditions in the United States.

When paired with obesity and high cholesterol, men can develop heart disease. Our cardiologist, Joel From, MD, cares for those living with heart disease, and other conditions that carry the risk for developing heart disease.

Men are also at risk for various types of cancer. Cancer is a tough journey, but we are here to help you every step of the way. Our oncologist, Zeeshan Jawa, MD, and Kalee Gerdes, PA, are both on site at DCH 3 times each month to help you battle your cancer. In addition to their guidance, our cancer treatment team includes specialized infusion nurses, a pharmacist, expert lab staff, and others to support you as you go through treatment.

Diabetes is another condition that is common in men, and a disease that takes con-

sistent monitoring and care. Haytham Kawji, MD, is a board-certified endocrinologist who can help you manage your diabetes. In addition to Dr. Kawji’s guidance, our partner Linda Klejch, Registered Dietician and Certified Diabetic Educator, can help you learn how to make healthy choices throughout your day to ensure you are properly managing your diabetes. Dr. Kawji and Linda can also help you get access to specialized monitors and other tools to track your blood sugar and its effect on your daily life.

Caring for your urological system is important to your overall health. Each month, Dr. Gallagher visits the DCH Outpatient Clinic from the Urology Center of Iowa to provide compassionate, high-quality urological care including diagnosis, treatment, and outpatient surgical procedures. Dr. Gallagher focuses on conditions related to the urinary tract (including kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, and adrenal glands); and the male reproductive system (including penis, prostate and testicles). Dr. Gallagher helps patients by diagnosing and treating bladder disorders, bladder cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), erectile dysfunction, incontinence, kidney stones, kidney disorders, male infertility, prostate cancer, prostate disorders, and more. Dr. Gallagher also provides outpatient surgical procedures to treat these conditions as needed, along with traditional

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Highlights from the Central Trail FFA Chapter FFA Receives Memorial Contribution

Members of the Central Trail Officer Team Recently the Central Trail FFA received a Memorial Contribution to honor Loren Parkhurst.

Although the FFA Officer Team did not know Loren personally, they quickly learned that Loren loved agriculture, where he completed all types of farm work, and that he also loved watching his girls play sports, family vacations, and trips to the Iowa State Fair. Armed with this knowledge, the Central Trail FFA Officer team discussed many ways to pay tribute to Mr. Parkhurst, and ultimately decided to share the story of agriculture through books in memory of his name. With the help of Machelle Clark and Sara Linhart, the FFA Officer Team was able to purchase several agriculturethemed books for the Central Decatur North Elementary and South Elementary.

FFA Holds Annual Swine Show The Central Trail FFA hosted the 11th Annual Central Trail FFA Swine Show on Saturday, April 23rd.

This show was sanctioned through the Iowa Swine Jackpot Series, with competitors traveling from all over the state of Iowa and even some out-of-

Market Steer and received a $75.00 cash prize. Receiving 5th state participants. overall was There were a total place Marcey Bailey with of 172 animals shown competing in the breed- her Shorthorn Plus.

Winning Senior ing and market show. showmanship was The judge for the day was Mason Lauren Phillips f r o m Hartman from Indiana.

Whitey Brines helped the chapter carry out a successful show.

Centerville, IA, and coming in second was Tyler Louden from Creston, IA. In Junior showmanship, Veronica Lents from Creston, IA took home the win.

Abby Findley of Lovilia, IA came in second.

Agricultural Education Prevailed in Decatur County

Melvin Warren recently found something interesting in his pasture. It wasn't a downed UFO, but if this "thing" was seen in the air, one might consider the possibility.

What Melvin found was a weather balloon.

What makes this even more interesting is that this is the second time he has found such a thing in his life. He said he was 12 or 13 years old when he found the first one and there was a note attached to send it to Omaha.

This time there were no instructions to do so. The instrument was zip-tied inside a styrofoam container.

What are the odds?

Neat story to say the least.

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FFA Holds Open Calf Show The Central Trail FFA once again hosted the Decatur County Open Calf Show on Sunday, April 24th.

This year 71 animals were shown, making this year the largest and most successful open calf show run by the Central Trail FFA to date. Jordan VanderMolen served as the judge for the show.

The breeding and market show winners are as follows: Angus Breeding Heifer - Lauren Phillips Charolais Breeding Heifer - Alyssa Kent Chianina Breeding Heifer - Abree Belcher Gelbvieh Balancer - Brynn Nickle Gelbvieh - Chloe Sprague Polled Breeding Hereford Heifer Natalia Brown Lim-Flex Breeding Heifer - Kyle Linhart M a i n t a i n e r Breeding Heifer Carson Rieck High % Maine Breeding Heifer Madison McCullough Miniature Herefords Breeding Heifer - Taylor Woods Red Angus Breeding Heifer Veronica Lents Shorthorn Plus Breeding Heifer - Lynn Eakes Fo u n d a t i o n Simmental Breeding Heifer - Zoe Joiner High % Simmental Breeding Heifer Teegin Brownlee C o m m e r c i a l Breeding Heifer - Drew McCullough The Grand Champion Breeding Heifer for the 2021 Open Calf Show was a maintainer heifer show

by Carson Rieck of Creston, IA. He received a banner and a cash prize of $250.00.

Reserve Champion Breeding Heifer re-

ceived a cash prize of $150.00; Zoe Joiner from Plano, IA received this placing with her Foundation Simmental Breeding Heifer.

Receiving 3rd place and a $150.00 cash prize was Drew McCullough of Allerton, IA with his Commercial Breeding Heifer. In 4th place, receiving a $75.00 cash prize was Skylar Coffey of Garden Grove, IA with her Maintainer Breeding Heifer. Kyle Linhart of Leon, IA received 5th place for his Lim-Flex Breeding Heifer and a cash prize of $50.00.

Market Animals Angus Market Steer - Kinlee Allen Crossbred Market Heifer Greyson Belcher Chianina Market Steer - Taylor Thomas Limousin - Allison Leonard Maintainer Haidyn Suhr M i n i a t u r e Hereford- Polled and Horned Addison Woods Shorthorn Plus Marcey Bailey High % Simmental - Chloe Sprague Crossbred Market Steer- Lainey DeVries The Grand Champion Market Animal for the 2022 Open Calf Show was shown by Lainey DeVries.

For her Crossbred Market Steer she received a banner and a cash prize of $250.00. Reserve Champion Market Animal received a cash prize of $150.00; Taylor Thomas with her Chianina Market Heifer. Receiving 3rd place and a $100.00 cash prize was Haidyn Suhr with his Market Heifer. Shelby Johnston received both 4th place with her Crossbred

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Kayla Clausen instructs these students on the proper technique of casting a rod and reel.

The Decatur County Farm Bureau strives to increase agriculture knowledge by sponsoring Agriculture Awareness Day every year.

At Agriculture Awareness Day, held last month, students enrolled in 4th and 5th grade at Central Decatur, Lamoni, Mormon Trail, and Franklin Christian School are given the opportunity to travel to the fairgrounds to increase their agricultural knowledge.

Students were able to rotate through stations hosted by Lamoni FFA who educated about Agriculture Mechanics, Swine, and Beef, Central Trail FFA who educated about Biotechnology, Horses, and Sheep, Mormon Trail showed students how to build a Hydroponics System, Small Animal Care, Lapland Tree Farm educated about tree farming, Heather and Kyra of Farmer’s Bank of Northern MO taught students about Banking and Finance, Covington Jersey allowed every student to learn about dairy production, Farm Bureau presented an Ag Challenge Game, and the Decatur County Soil and Water Conservation District discussed soil quality.

Other presenters providing agricultural knowledge were: Graceland Agriculture Business who educated about agriculture marketing, the Decatur County Conservation Board taught about the proper way to cast a fishing pole, Ethan Porter shared his knowledge of Taxidermy, Central Decatur Rodeo Team taught students about rodeo events, CD Rodeo shared their passion for rodeo events, Jack Van Laar of Decatur County Extension shared his knowledge of GPS, the Leon Volunteer Fire Department provided information about fire safety, TyLea Rippey showed students how to provide proper training for their dogs, and Penny Sheetz and Maddy Leahy captured the moment by teaching about photography and videography.

Students and presenters were provided lunch by the Decatur County Farm Bureau and the Decatur County Cattlemen.

Throughout the day over 150 students were given the opportunity to expand their knowledge about agriculture due to the willingness of many individuals who were able to share their passion for agriculture!

(continued from page 9) Wednesday, June 22nd when 'Absolute Science' will be at the High School Commons at 2PM. Scientist Rick Brammer will be performing an amazing, action packed science show, sure to amaze the entire audience.

All ages welcome!

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partnership between Lamoni Safe Coalition, Lamoni Public Library and the Leon Public Library. If you are the parent or guardian of children under 5, you can use the link below to sign them up for a free book to be mailed to your home every month until their 5th birthday. This is for Decatur County residents ONLY. Only one residence per child, and it must be their primary residence.

Books will begin arriving in July. Happy reading! Registration forms are also available at the library. http://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/affiliate/IADECATUR Join our Aloe Vera fundraiser. For a $5.00 suggested donation, you can take home an aloe vera plant in an adorable tin planter.

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awoke to temperatures already pushing the 80 degree mark. The mercury continued to rise into the 90s. I looked at the monthly, expected forecast and it doesn't look too promising for a cool spell to make an appearance anytime soon. I hope it is wrong.

Seems we could be in the upper 80s and 90s through July.

I can remember dad always saying, "spring is sprung, fall has fell, winter is here and it is cold as &$%@" I wonder if there is a little saying for summer. Ha! oOo Was glad to see the Leon Swimming Pool was able to be opened.

Just in time, too. What a great way to battle the sweltering heat. oOo The Leon Rodeo is on the horizon. In just a few short weeks, the rodeo arena will be all a buzz with cowboys and cowgirls vying for top prize money. Tickets are also on sale. Get your advance tickets now to save a few dollars. oOo We had little Alex on the boat this past Sunday. He is a little fish and not afraid to jump on the tube with his Uncle Mac. Until the next time...So Long!

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The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Rodger’s Recollections

by Rodger Gatton Well, I got my wish, that the Memorial Day service could be held at the cemetery, rather than in the gym. The weather was just about perfect, if you disregarded the 50-mph wind.

No flags were blown down, of which I’m aware, but one of the speakers for the sound system took a tumble during the service, and had to be righted.

Corey described Matt Remsburg’s message in his front-page story; I’d like to add that it was probably one of the best Memorial Day messages I can recall.

I especially liked his personal example of his playing “Soldiers” in the backyard with his grandfather when he was a kid, and the advice given to him by his grandfather at that time, being repeated in a message to him at the time of his grandfather’s death.

I’m sorry I didn’t get out to the cemetery to help put away the little crosses this year. Last year I looked at each and every one and read the name, as I laid them carefully in the totes for storage.

This year, I went out on Monday night and walked beside each of the rows of crosses lining the roadsides, but first I looked at the ones in the cluster, near where the ceremony was held. I discovered they were crosses honoring the very oldest veterans.

There I found one with the name of Capt. J. D. Brown, a Civil War veteran, in whose house I used to live. Also found one for John Woodmansee. I didn’t really have a connection with him, unless you count the items I bought from one of the Woodmansee country school auctions, when I was in high school.

Each year, I look to see where the crosses for those veterans in my own family have been placed. I find the ones for Roger Gatton, my father, Richard Morine, my uncle, my dad’s uncle, George Gatton, and Paul Whitfield, my brother-in-law’s father.

Then there was a cross for Darrell Johnston, who was almost like another uncle to me, since his brother Chester really was my uncle. I have memories of Darrell once selling me an Amana furnace, of a new and unique design. He told me he’d order it, but I had to install it myself, which I did, and that I’d be responsible for repairs, because they did not sell them, nor service them.

As I walked along, looking at each name, I had a certain memo-

ry for nearly everyone I recognized. These memories are expressed in the order in which I came upon their crosses. My memory of Doyle Pyle is when he came to my apartment house, and how heavy was the sewer auger when he had to lug it back up the stairway from the basement. I later ended up owning that man-killer when Johnston and Bennett bought a new one, and sold me that heavy rascal.

Elmo Barnum fitted me for several pairs of glasses, from sixth grade into my college years. I did not realize he was a veteran until I read his obituary and saw that he had served in the U. S. Navy. Over the years, I worked with several men whose names are on the crosses - M. E. “Bunk” Roland, Lewis Bunch, Guy Hess, and Maurice Redman.

A number of post office employees, spanning a period of many years, were veterans – Garth Mitchell, Warren “Pete” Hanthorn, Roy Bailie, John Moore, and Ted Hinds. I also worked for Ted and Florence Hinds in later years, restoring apartments at Parkview.

Gerald “Ham” Graves ran the Western Auto Store and later became my neighbor when I bought the old Frost Nursing Home. A neighbor in the other direction was Kenneth “Mike” Bigley.

Wayne Fuller sold us our first (Philco) TV, from a showroom in his home, on a curve south of Leon, in about 1953.

Joe Dobson, father of one of my classmates and Coast-to-Coast sales clerk, was the softest-spoken man I ever knew. Carroll “Brownie” Brown, Hy-Vee meat man, was Joe’s opposite. You never missed hearing what he had to say. Charlie Pyfer gave me a job when I really needed one in 1975, because I had spent my entire fortune trying to live in Florida.

Truman Hamilton sold me the first jukebox I ever owned, and I got it working all by myself.

Morris Albaugh, his brother and his father, serviced our cars at the Phillips 66 station. Ron Mills cut my hair, many times. Don Newkirk worked at the bank, but I knew him better as a collector of radios, because we shared that interest.

Clyde Taff became my Physics teacher when he replaced C. K. Porter, who passed away in the middle of the year. That was very close to the time when Burbank Halstead also passed, so it was kind

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better place.

Happy Birthday to Brian Coy, Lewis Hamilton, Dana Mathis, Ron Willis, Craig Ditzler, Cindy Baykowski, Kyle Boswell, Breonna Cozad, Juliann Houk, Fred Cox, Connie Young, Kim DeVore, Kelly Henson, Barb Goodell, Diana Boswell, Hagen Helton and Jaclyn Byrd this coming week. To those that got neglected last week we’re sending belated birthday wishes to Kevin Hullinger, Kristen Wood, Brice Alley, Debbie Coe, Mark Boswell, Jenny Bourdow, Crystal Kuster, Liz Beaty, Michael Kelley, Wayne Lee, Craig Hoyt, Vicki Graham, Bev Thacker, Cole Smith, James Kuster, Chloe Kuster, Bonnie Waugh and Danielle Reed. Larry and Darlene Sellers celebrated yet another anniversary on the 12th and Ron and Bobbi Helton on the 14th.

Very best wishes to all!

Later….Linda

of a double tragedy in my next-to-last year of high school. Clyde was also my chemistry teacher the following year. Vaughan Smyth took a lot of our school pictures, and I especially remember him when I was on the annual staff my senior year. He always seemed to know just how a picture was going to turn out.

Doc Savely was a neighbor and my classmate’s grandfather, and he had a very pretty white dog that looked like he should be pulling a sled. Another neighbor was Dick Poole, who was going to cut off my ears if I didn’t quit teasing his son, Jim, and I believed him. Dale Ingram was water commissioner and spent a lot of time down in muddy holes, repairing water mains.

Wayne Owens and Richard Bryant both grew up across the street from my parents.

I took piano lessons from Helen Maughan, whose husband Clyde Maughan was an osteopathic physician, but had suffered strokes and was at home during the time I took lessons. On the way to the Maughan house, I’d pass the house of Richard Wooderson, father of a classmate, who always kept his house nicely painted.

Other veterans whose names I saw were Avery West, whose Model A I once owned, and Offie Leeper, whose Model A Don Christensen still owns. Also saw names of Raymond “Lefty” Vanderpool, our night Marshal, Thomas Viner, who set my broken leg, and another time saved my life. Finally, Charles

“Lee” Elson, who took care of Hanoco business, Jim Durell, my dad’s second cousin, and Gary Lindsey, my sister’s classmate and all-around good guy.

We tend to forget some people who’ve been part of our lives, until we hear or see something that reminds us. That can happen in the Leon Cemetery.

our beloved Frank Howell lost his battle with cancer. If you knew him, your heart is broken. Frank was a son, husband, father, mentor, a basketball genius, friend, teacher.

He loved music and quotes. He made you feel good and inspired many with his wisdom and humor. His memories will be cherished forever. Sincere condolences to his mother, Mary Moore, wife and daughters, Sarah, Natalie and Meredith Howell and his father and wife, Frank and Paula Howell.

RIP Frank and thanks for making our world a

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REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS

W and between 5th St. on the S and 6th St. on the N in the town of LeRoy; AND Lots 5 and 6 and 7 in block A, all in the Town of LeRoy according to the Recorded Plat thereof. No transfer stamps.

Cameron Merritt Bly to Gregory A. Draper and Wanda Draper - Lots 13 and 14, block 4, Original Town of Garden Grove, Decatur County, Iowa. No transfer stamps.

Cody P. Lindsey, Maggie Lindsey and Bobette L. Lindsey to Cody P. Lindsey and Maggie Lindsey - SW 1/4 SW 1/4 of Section 24; E ½ SE 1/4 and SW 1/4 of SE 1/4 of Section 23; All in T 69 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa.

No transfer stamps.

Troy D. Ahrendt, Trustee of the Troy D. Ahrendt Living Trust u/a dated October 5, 2017 to James R. Remme and Stacie K. Busse-Remme - Commencing at the SW corner of the W ½ NW 1/4 of Section 8, T 67 N, R 24 W of the 5th P.M., thence E ... to POB. Containing approximately 5 acres. No transfer stamps.

Jim Remme and Stacie Busse Remme to James R. Remme and Stacie K. BusseRemme - Commencing 165' S of the SW corner of the W ½ NW 1/4 of Section 8, T 67 N, R 24 W of the 5th P.M., thence E ... to POB. Containing approximately 5 acres. No transfer stamps.

Kevin P. Hassevoort, Liza Hassevoort, James Richard Remme, and Stacie Busse Remme to James R. Remme and Stacie K. BusseRemme - Parcel "C" of the NW 1/4 NW 1/4 of Section 17, T 67 N, R 24 W of the 5th P.M., as shown as plat Drawn by Donald L. Turner, L.S. 4988 certified 7/11/09 and filed in the office of the Recorder, Decatur County, Iowa, in Book 2009, Page 0884. No transfer stamps.

Kevin Hassevoort and Liza Hassevoort to James R. Remme and Stacie K. BusseRemme - All of the E 1/4 SW 1/4 lying W of Lick Branch; All of the NW 1/4 SE 1/4 lying W of Lick Branch; SE 1/4 NW 1/4; W ½ SE 1/4 SW 1/4; SW 1/4 SW 1/4; W 60 acres of N ½ SW 1/4 EXCEPT Commencing 165' S of the SW corner of the W ½ NW 1/4 of Section 8, T 67 N, R 24 W of the 5th P.M., thence E ... to POB. Containing approximately 5 acres; AND N 3/4 NW 1/4 NW 1/4; All in Section 8; All of the NE 1/4 NW 1/4 in Section 17 lying W of Lick Branch; All in T 67 N, R 24 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur

County, Iowa.

Transfer stamps $430.40.

Jonda J. Hinds to Lamoni Heating Cooling and Plumbing, LLC - A tract of land located in part of the SE 1/4 SE 1/4 and part of the SW 1/4 SE 1/4 in Section 20, T 68 N, R 27 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, as shown in Plat of Survey filed June 1, 2006 in Book 2006 Page 0872, described as follows: Beginning at the SW corner of said SE 1/4 SE 1/4; thence N ... to POB. Containing 9.83 acres including 0.37 acres of county road ROW. Transfer stamps $95.20.

Roger A. Sacry and Patricia K. Sacry as cotrustees of the Sacry Family Trust dated September 1, 2021 to Cody Swigart and Samantha Swigart - Lot 2 of Condit's Subdivision No. 1, City of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa; (An unofficial Plat) Also described as Commencing 60' W and 209' S of the NE corner of the NW 1/4 SW 1/4 of Section 11, T 67 N, R 27 W of the 5th P.M., thence W ... to POB. Transfer stamps $207.20.

Cavin E. Cox to Coby Bates and Brooke Zabokrtsky - A tract of land described as: 68.5' E of the NE corner of Lot 6, Block 1, Central Addition, thence N ... to POB, all in Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa.

Transfer stamps $55.20.

Maria D. Drake and Billy Drake to Maria D. Drake and Billy Drake - Commencing 40' S of the SE corner of Lot 5 in Block 1 of Lucy D. Ray's Addition to Leon, Iowa, thence S ... to POB, Decatur County, Iowa. (Being unplatted land in S ½ NE 1/4 Section 29, T 69 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., in the City of Leon, Iowa.) (Otherwise described as follows: All that part of the SW 1/4 SE 1/4 lying E of RR ROW and all of the SE 1/4 SE 1/4 lying S of Lucy D. Ray's Addition to Leon, Iowa, and W of Stout and Gillham's Addition to Leon, Iowa, and EXCEPT 8 acres in a square in the SE corner of SW 1/4 SE 1/4 SE 1/4; and EXCEPT commencing 726' W (VAR OE49.5' S) of lead plug at intersection of Church and 5th Streets, Leon, Iowa, assumed to be the E 1/4 corner of the SE 1/4 of Section 29, T 69 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., thence W ... to POB; and EXCEPT Commencing at the SE corner of Section 29, T 69 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., thence W ... to beginning, all of said land and exceptions being in Section 29, T 69 N, R 25 W of the

(continued from page 7) Dennis Ray Smith, Deceased to Rene Girasek and Ximan Cui - W 3/4 SW 1/4 of Section 34, T 68 N, R 26 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa; the E ½ E ½ SW 1/4; and the W ½ SE 1/4 EXCEPT Beginning at a half inch pin on the SE corner of the W ½ SE 1/4 of said Section 34, thence N ... to POB; All in Section 34, T 68 N, R 26 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa.

Transfer stamps $1,492.80.

Mount Zion Mennonite Chapel aka Living Hope Church to Decatur County Agricultural Extension District - Parcel "C" in that part of land described in a Warranty Deed recorded in Book 2005 Page 1789 of the NW 1/4 NE 1/4 of Section 32, T 69 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, as shown in Plat of Survey filed March 27, 2017 in Book 2017 Page 0297, described as follows: Commencing at the N 1/4 corner of said Section 32; thence N ... to POB; having an area of 0.33 acres; AND Commencing 275' E of the N 1/4 corner of Section 32, T 69 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa; thence S ... to POB. Transfer stamps $207.20.

Robin Bradford and Shelley Bradford to Eric Chandler and Heather Chandler - Lot 6, block 5 in the Original Town of Garden Grove, Decatur County, Iowa. No transfer stamps.

Timothy Jay Friday and Dennis Post to Kurt M. Walderbach - All that part of the SW 1/4 of the fract.

SW 1/4 of Section 7 lying S of the middle of the creek known as the Weldon branch or the Weldon fork of the Grand River in T 70 N, R 24 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa. No transfer stamps.

Gregory D. Jensen, Trustee of the BJJ Trust dated April 7, 2017 to Gregory D. Jensen and Beau J. Jensen - SW 1/4 SE 1/4 of Section 4, T 69 N, R 24 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, EXCEPT W ½ NW 1/4 SW 1/4 SE 1/4 of Section 4, T 69 N, R 24 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa.

No transfer stamps.

City of LeRoy, Iowa to Charla Joy - All of that part of CB&Q RR Company ROW lying between 6th Avenue on the E and 7th Ave. On the

CORRESPONDENTS

Davis City

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gardless of age. We will continue to sign people up through July 1st.

We are thrilled to share that 185 people have stopped by and signed up for the Summer Reading Program.

With our summer school student participation, over 270 members of the community are now spending time reading and, in turn, earning some fun prizes through the program.

Join us today at the library (Wednesday, June 15th) at 2pm for our STEM Adventure.

Students can enjoy hands-on STEM activities, Bee Bot programming and exploration, and STEM focused books. This event is best suited for elementary aged children, but all ages are welcome.

Last week was the start of our visits from summer school students.

On Tuesdays and Thursdays, students enrolled in Central Decatur's summer school arrive on the bus to enjoy a readaloud book, some book browsing and checkout time, some free reading time, as well as the opportunity to receive prizes as they earn them. This is a wonderful chance for kids who have never visited the library to see all the great books available to borrow and to become familiar with where their favorite books are on the shelf. We are proud of this partnership with Central Decatur Schools.

Mark your calendars for next (continued back to page 8) 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa.) No transfer stamps.

James J. Johnson and Barbara A. Johnson to Jerry Ruth and Angela Ruth Parcel "A" located in a portion of the NE 1/4 NW 1/4 of Section 2, T 69 N, R 26 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, as shown in Plat of Survey filed March 27, 2013 in Book 2013 Page 0421, more particularly described as: Commencing at a lead plug on the N 1/4 corner of said Section 2, thence S ... to POB, containing 3.67 acres. Transfer stamps $159.20.

SKD Real Estate Holdings Partnership LLP to Industrial Hardfacing, Inc. Lot 6, block 10, Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4, block 11; All in the Original Town of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa. No transfer stamps.

Todd Patrick Norris and Angie Norris, Rodney Dean Norris, Robert Ray Norris and Mary Norris, and Alice May Norris to Alice May Norris, Trustee of the Alice May Norris Living Trust dated August 25, 2016 Commencing at the NW corner of Lot 1, Auditor's Subdivision of all that part of the NW 1/4 NW 1/4 lying W of Grand River, in Section 28, and the NE 1/4 of Section 29, T 68 N, R 26 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, thence S ... to POB. (Subject to all encumbrances, easements, leases shown of record.) No transfer stamps.

Janet Pierson, Decatur County Treasurer, Tax Sale Deed, and Kaleb J. Hampton, Person in Possession, City of Garden Grove c/o City Clerk, Dwight and Manuela Glade, Dept. Of Human Services, Decatur County Auditor, Decatur County Attorney, and Iowa Attorney General to Birch Grove Investments Inc. C/o Stearns Bank NA Lot 1, block 1, Original Town of Garden Grove, Decatur County, Iowa. No transfer stamps.

Janet Pierson, Decatur County Treasurer, Tax Sale Deed, and Tammy Edwards, Parties in Possession, City of Leon and Hauge Associates, Inc. To Overstrand 4, LLC - Lot 1, block 23, Original Town of Leon, Decatur County, Iowa. No transfer stamps.

Jerry Quayle to Patricia Canney - All four lots of block 2 in the Original Town of Weldon, Decatur County, Iowa. No transfer stamps.

Estate of Monica V. Smith to David K. Collins - Lots 7 and 8, Block 1,

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The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, June 15, 2022

PUBLIC NOTICES ORIGINAL NOTICE FOR PUBLICAITON

The Iowa District Court for Decatur County Equity No. EQCV007175 NewRez LLC d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing Plaintiff, vs.

Mindi L. Woodson; Steven Woodson; State of Iowa, Child Support Recovery Unit; Unknown spouse, if any, of Mindi L. Woodson; Unknown Spouse, if any, of Steven Woodson; Parties in Possession, et al.

Defendants.

You are notified that a petition has been filed in the office of this court naming you as a defendant in this action.

The petition was filed on March 11, 2022, and prays for foreclosure of Plaintiffs Mortgage in favor of the Plaintiff on the property described in this notice and judgment for the unpaid principal amount of $33,291.49, with 7.75% per annum interest thereon from September 1, 2021, together with late charges, advances and the costs of the action including (but not limited to) title costs and reasonable attorney’s fees, as well as a request that said sums be declared a lien upon the following described premises from January 10, 2008, located in Decatur County, Iowa: The South 290 feet of the West 340 feet of Southeast Fourth of the Southwest Quarter (S 290’ of W 340’ of SE 1/4 SW 1/4) of Section 10, Township 67 North of Range 26 West of 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, commonly known as 19318 300th St, Davis City, IA 50065 (the “Property”) The petition further prays that the Mortgage on the above described real estate be foreclosed, that a special execution issue for the sale of as much of the mortgaged premises as is necessary to satisfy the judgment and for other relief as the Court deems just and equitable.

For further details, please review the petition on file in the clerk’s office. The Plaintiffs attorney is Andrea Dyar, of SouthLaw, P.C.; whose address is 1401 50th Street, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266.

NOTICE The plaintiff has elected foreclosure without redemption. This means that the sale of the mortgaged property will occur promptly after entry of judgment unless you file a written demand with the court to delay the sale. If you file a written demand, the sale will be delayed until twelve months (or six months if the petition includes a waiver of deficiency judgment) from the entry of judgment if the mortgaged property is your residence and is a one-family or two-family dwelling or until two months from entry of judgment if the mortgaged property is not your residence or is your residence but not a one-family or two-family dwelling. You will have no right of redemption after the sale. The purchaser at the sale will be entitled to immediate possession of the mortgaged property.

You may purchase at the sale.

You must serve a motion or answer on or before 12th day of July, 2022, and within a reasonable time thereafter, you must file your motion or answer with the Clerk of Court for Decatur County, at the county courthouse in Leon, Iowa. If you fail to respond, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

If you require the assistance of auxiliary aids or services to participate in a court action because of a disability, immediately call your District ADA Coordinator at 515-2863394. If you are hearing impaired, call Relay Iowa TTY at 1-800-735-2942.

This case has been filed in a county that utilizes electronic filing. You may find more information and general rules governing electronic filing in Iowa Court Rules Chapter 16.

You may find information concerning protection of personal information in court filings in Iowa Court Rules Chapter 16, Division VI. By: _________________ CLERK OF THE ABOVE COURT Decatur County Courthouse 207 N. Main Street, Leon, IA 50144 IMPORTANT: YOU ARE ADVISED TO SEEK LEGAL ADVICE AT ONCE TO PROTECT YOUR INTERESTS. 3t18 June 1, 8, & 15, 2022

If you have news please call the JournalReporter at 446-4151

NOTICE OF

PROOF OF WILL WITHOUT ADMINISTRATION The Iowa District Court for Decatur County Case No. ESPR005170 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KENNETH F. McLAUGHLIN Deceased To All Persons Interested in the Estate of KENNETH F. McLAUGHLIN, Deceased, who died on or about August 28, 2021: You are hereby notified that on May 22, 2022 the Last Will and Testament of Kenneth F. McClaughlin, deceased, bearing date of March 12, 1997, the First Codicil dated December 5, 2017, to the Last Will and Testament of Kenneth F. McLaughlin of said date and the Second Codicil dated December 5, 2017 to the Last Will of Kenneth F. McLaughlin of said date, were admitted to probate in the above named court and there will be no present administration of estate.

Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of the county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonbly ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

Dated on 17 May, 2022.

Brian McLaughlin Proponent Verle W. Norris ICIS#12631 Attorney for Estate 201 East 1st Street PO Box 279 Leon, IA 50144 Date of second publication: June 22, 2022.

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ORIGINAL NOTICE

IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR DECATUR COUNTY: BANK OF AMERICA LEASING & CAPITAL, LLC plaintiff, JOHN P. MILLER, EDNA M. MILLER, AND VERLIN MILLER Defendents.

TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT(S): You are notified that a petition has been filed in the office of the clerk of this court naming you as the defendant(s) in this action.

A copy of the petition (and any documents filed with it) is attached to this notice.

The name and address of the attorney for the plaintiff(s) is Warren J. Ford III of Goosmann Law Firm, PLC, 17837 Burke Street, Suite 250, Omaha, NE 68118; phone number is 402-315-1239; facsimile number is 402505-3967.

You are further notified that the above case has been filed in a county that utilizes electronic filing. Unless within 20 days after service of this original notice upon you, you serve and within a reasonable time thereafter file a motion or answer, in the Iowa District Court for Decatur County, at the Courthouse in Leon, Iowa, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. Please see Iowa Court Rules 16 for information on electronic filing and Iowa Court Rules Chapter 16, division VI regarding the protection of personal information in court filings.

If you require the assistance of auxiliary aids or services to participate in court because of a disability, immediately call your district ADA coordinator at 515286-3394 (If you are hearing impaired, call Relay Iowa TTY at 1-800-735-2942) IMPORTANT: YOU ARE ADVISED TO SEEK LEGAL ADVICE AT ONCE TO PROTECT YOUR INTERESTS. 3t19 June 8, 15 & 22, 2022

DECATUR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Minutes are unofficial until approved by the Board during the following week’s meeting. For previous minutes and other information, please visit the county’s website: www.decaturcountyiowa.gov or text “Hi” to 641-400-6441 to find county information, ask a question or report an issue.

June 6,2022 The Decatur County Board of Supervisors met in open session on Monday, June 6, 2022, at 8:00 a. m. in the Board of Supervisors office located on the 1st floor of the Decatur County Courthouse. Present: Dan Christensen, Ward Graham, and Bob Bell. Also present was Charlene Hoover, County Auditor. Unless otherwise

noted, all motions carried unanimously.

Motion by Graham/Bell to approve the agenda. Motion carried.

Motion by Graham/Bell to approve the minutes of the May 31, 2022, Regular Session. Motion carried.

Motion by Bell/Graham to appoint Chris Lane as Decatur County Sheriff. Motion carried.

County Auditor Charlene Hoover issued the Oath of Office to Officer Lane.

Lori Buttz met with the Board to discuss property in Van Wert that is next to her.

Lance Porter with NRCS along with Rich Erke and Mike Brines visited with the board concerning possible upcoming projects with the Little River Basin.

Judi Hamaker and Judy Funk presented Heartland Insurance renewal rates.

Motion by Graham/Bell to approve the renewal rates for 2022-2023. Motion carried.

Decatur County Engineer Dillon Davenport was present to discuss departmental matters with the Board.

The following claims approved by the Board were paid: 1st Ayd Corporation Supplies 450.20 Agriland Fs Inc. Fuel 32,982.64 Agrivision Equipment Group Sr Hardware 717.57 Alliant Energy Electric Bill 953.32 Bell, Robert Mileage/Meetings 21.60 Calhoun Burns & Assoc Inc Bridge Rating And Inspections

5,894.10 Carolina Software Laser Tickets 370.45 Carquest Sr Filters 121.75 City Of Van Wert Utilities 16.50 Dotts, Dave Mileage/ Meetings 152.24 Employee Benefits Systems Employee Health Insurance 5,572.44 Erb, Jonathan Mileage/Meetings 80.46 Eurofins Envirnmt Testing Nc Leachate Testing 751.50 Forestry Suppliers Inc Supplies 67.65 Gilbert True Value Home Center Supplies For Repairs 179.65 GRM Networks Telephone 415.03 Holmes, Colby Mileage/ Meetings 106.56 Husky Spring Truck Parts 312.05 Ideal Ready-Mix Co. Culvert Repairs 7,082.25 Imwca Work Comp Premium 1,655.00 L & W Quarries Sr Rock 335.47 Leon Automotive Sr Exhaust Pipe And Repair 245.00 Leon Hardware & Appliances Llc Parts 807.15 Leon Journal Reporter May Minutes 249.48 Logan Contractors Supply Inc Project Supplies 620.42 MFA Agri Services Posts 583.93 Mount Ayr Record News Public Notice Minutes 25.48 Norris Quarries.

Sr Road Rock 25,722.99 Pearce, David Contract Labor 564.25 Powerplan Equipment Repairs 1,392.21 Robertson, Ken Mileage 20.88 S.I.R.W.A Water Bill 34.50 Schildberg Construction Co Rock 1,887.86 Smith Feeder Supply Inc. Repair Gauges 120.00 Snyder & Associates Trail Work 2,302.00 Southern Iowa Building Center Supplies 247.23 Sport Wade Inc. Tire Repair 53.90 Tharp Lawn Care Mowing Shewmaker Park

247.50 Toney’s Welding Service Tube 4,850.75 Tysdal, Randy Mileage Ceu 82.36 U.S. Cellular Sr Hot Spot/ Tablet Service 159.71 US Bank Fuel/Office Supplies 267.32 Watson Auto Parts Parts 87.37 Ziegler Inc. Equipment Warranty 5,037.00 Grand Total $103,847.72 With no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m.

SIGNED: Dan Christensen Chair, Board of Supervisors ATTEST:Charlene Hoover Decatur County Auditor 1t20 June 15, 2022

DECATUR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Special Session Minutes are unofficial

until approved by the Board during the following week’s meeting. For previous minutes and other information, please visit the county’s website: www.decaturcountyiowa.gov or text “Hi” to 641-400-6441 to find county information, ask a question or report an issue.

June 10,2022 The Decatur County Board of Supervisors met in special session on Friday, June 10, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. in the County Auditor’s office located on the 2nd floor of the Decatur County Courthouse. Present: Dan Christensen, and Bob Bell. Ward Graham joined by phone.

Also present was Charlene Hoover, County Auditor. Unless otherwise noted, all motions carried unanimously.

Motion by Graham/Bell to approve the agenda. Motion carried.

Motion by Bell/Graham to adopt Resolution 2022-28 re Administrative Recount of Votes in the Lamoni Precinct in Decatur County. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2022-28 RESOLUTION ORDERING AN ADMINISTRATIVE RECOUNT OF VOTES IN THE LAMONI PRECINCT IN DECATUR COUNTY WHEREAS, the Decatur County Auditor’s office administered the Primary Election on June 7, 2022, which included the Lamoni precinct Decatur County Iowa; WHEREAS, the Decatur County Commissioner of Elections Charlene Hoover is requesting the Board of Supervisors approve her request to conduct an Administrative Recount on Lamoni precinct. Due to an equipment malfunction, the Administrative Recount will ensure the accuracy of the counted votes. Lamoni precinct was off 1 due to a ballot misfeed.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Decatur County Board of Supervisors that a recount of said precinct be ordered and that the County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections be authorized to conduct said recount as prescribed by the Code of Iowa, 50.50 Motion by Bob Bell and a second by Ward Graham to Pass and adopt Resolution 2022-28 this 10th day of June 2022. Motion carried.

SIGNED: Dan Christensen Chair, Board of Supervisors ATTEST:Charlene Hoover Decatur County Auditor 1t20 June 15, 2022

THE COURTHOUSE REPORT Decatur County Sheriff's Report June 3 - 10, 2022

NOTICE: A CRIMINAL CHARGE IS MERELY AN ACCUSATION AND THE DEFENDANT IS PRESUMED INNOCENT UNTIL AND UNLESS PROVEN GUILTY.

06/03 Leon PD responded to a dog call on NW 13th St. in Leon.

Leon PD responded to a citizen in distress on NW White St. in Leon.

SO responded to a driving complaint on McGruder Creek Rd., south of Leon.

SO responded to a dog call in Garden Grove.

SO responded to a trespassing issue near the Weldon River Bridge, east of Pleasanton.

SO responded to a fireworks complaint on 260th St., northeast of Davis City.

06/04 SO responded to an intoxicated person at the Davis City Park in Davis City.

SO responded to a house check on NE 2nd St. in Decatur.

Leon PD responded to an unruly spectator at the ball fields in Leon.

Leon PD responded to an inappropriately dressed male on NW Church St. in Leon.

Lamoni PD responded to a possible drunk driver in Lamoni.

SO responded to the report of a sinkhole in the road near 140th St. and 145th Ave., northeast of Grand River.

Lamoni PD and Lamoni FD responded to a garage fire on Elk Chapel Road, north of Lamoni.

Leon PD responded to a welfare check on SW 11th St. in Leon.

06/05

Lamoni PD responded to a brush fire on West 4th St. in Lamoni.

SO responded to a property dispute on 280th St. west of Davis City.

SO responded to a cow call on I35 near the 6 mile marker.

SO logged a control burn on Hwy 69, south of Leon.

Lamoni PD responded to a property issue in Lamoni.

06/06 Leon PD responded to a harassment call on NW Church St. in Leon.

SO responded to a welfare check in Van Wert.

NWS issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Decatur County.

ISP, SO, and DCH responded to a motorist in the median near the 18 mile marker, southbound on I35.

Leon PD responded to a dog welfare check on SE Poplar St. in Leon.

SO responded to the report of stolen gas on South Park St. in Van Wert.

06/07 Lamoni PD responded to the BTC Bank in reference to a fraudulent check.

SO responded to a smoldering tree on W Davis St. in Davis City.

Lamoni responded to a dog welfare check on North Clarke St. in Lamoni.

SO responded to a traffic complaint on 2nd St. east in Weldon.

SO booked Melinda Stines of Chariton to serve mittimus time for Lucas County on a probation violation.

SO responded to a bull on J20 heading towards the interstate.

NWS issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Decatur County.

SO, DCH, ISP, and Leon FD responded to an overturned semi in the ditch near the 18 mile marker on I35.

SO responded to a suspicious vehicle north of Decatur on 195th Ave. 06/08 Leon PD responded to multiple trees down at the Leon Cemetery.

SO responded to a suspicious person on Hwy 2 east of Elk Chapel.

Lamoni PD responded to a theft at Casey's in Lamoni.

Leon PD responded to a family dispute at Casey's in Leon.

06/09 SO and Leon PD assisted Missouri State Patrol with a hit and run on I35.

SO responded to a driving complaint in Garden Grove.

Leon PD responded to South Main for a harassment complaint.

Leon PD responded to SE Mill St. in Leon for a welfare check.

SO responded to a toxic smell on Hwy 69, north of Leon.

Leon PD responded to a harassment complaint in Leon.

06/10 SO responded to a driving complaint on I35 near the 12 mile marker.

Lamoni PD responded to a burglary alarm at Lamoni schools.

SO responded to a theft case in Davis City.

SO responded to a citizen in distress on I35, near the 12 mile marker.

SO responded to several calls on a civil dispute in Decatur.

Leon PD responded to a 2 vehicle accident at Caseys in Leon.

SO responded to a

vehicle alarm near Van Wert.

Lamoni PD responded to a harassment call in Lamoni.

Lamoni PD responded to a theft in Lamoni.

MARRIAGE LICENSES

Stephanie Anne Martin, 31, Leon and Davey Lee Nichols, 42, Leon.

Keegan Blake Lindley, 22, Des Moines, and Chelsie Renae Weaver, 23, Des Moines.

Rebecca Anne Jones, 37, Lamoni, and Nathaniel Colt Silver, 37, Lamoni.

DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

Douglas William Doggett, petitioner, vs.

Tammy Sue McWilliams, respondent.

Decree Granted.

MAGISTRATE

Asukulu Akoba, Clive, Iowa, open container. Total $646.28.

Austin R. David, Wichita, KS, failure to provide proof of financial liability. Total $1,423.58.

Tamela Ava Graham, Minneapolis, MN, failure to provide proof of financial liability. Total $615.63.

Tamela Ava Graham, Minneapolis, MN, no valid drivers license. Total $503.50.

Jose Ivan Leonislas, Sunnyvale, CA, speeding 55 or under zone (21 or over). Total $227.50.

Elizabeth Marie Berk, Pleasant Hill, IA, operation without registration card or plate. Total $135.50.

Joseph Ian Tromanhauser, Conroe, TX, speeding over 55 zone (21 or over). Total $233.25.

Thomas Joseph Mate, Kellerton, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over).

Total $118.25.

Jackie Joe Henderson, Ottumwa, IA, failure to maintain or use safety belts - adult. Total $135.50.

Maria Delapa Banda, Houston, TX, speeding over 55 zone (16 thru 20 over). Total $193.00.

Nile James Daugherty, Knoxville, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over).

Total $118.25.

Danny J. Lovett, Humeston, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $118.25.

Kerry Denise Kaiser, Boonville, MO, speeding over 55 zone (1 thru 5 over). Total $89.50.

Diane Marie Shelton, Urbandale, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over). Total $89.50.

Manuel Valdez Vega, Bloomington, TX, no valid drivers license. Total $354.00.

Manuel Valdez Vega, Bloomington, TX, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $118.25.

Matthew James Lee Maust, Blue Springs, MO, dark window or windshield. Total $135.50.

David Richard Flowers, Leon, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $118.25.

Bryson Clay Pierce, Lamoni, IA, failure to maintain or use safety belts - adult. Total $135.50.

Richard John Fiedler, Epworth, IA, angling laws - over limit catch. Total $106.75.

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NOTICE

Please remove all flowers on the ground in Decatur, Palestine, Woodmansee, and Shy Cemeteries before June 30, 2022.

Flowers will be destroyed after that.

Thank you Decatur Township Clerk

Evening SPECIAL The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, June 15, 2022

THE CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE Friday - 4:00 p.m.

Minimum $5.00 for 20 words or under, 15 cents per word over. Second or continuous insertion onehalf price.

WANT ADS must be paid be-fore they are run.

NO EXCEPTIONS Blind ad: 20 cents per word Blind Ads: When the name of advertiser or phone number is not given in ad involving answering or handling inquiries by our office force, an additional charge of $2.00 to the above rate will be made.

Displayed classified ads with borders are $6.00 per inch.

In Memoriams will be basic charge of $15.00 minimum charge for up to 25 lines of one column type and 20 cents a line over 25.

All poetry, 50 cents per line.

Paid locals (20 words or less) $5.00.

Cards of Thanks: A charge of $5.00 is made on all cards of thanks of not over 50 words, including signatures. Cards of Thanks over 50 words will be charged at the rate of 10 cents a word over 50 words.

Obituaries - A charge of $32.00 for an obituary and $3.00 charge for a picture with an obituary.

Engagement and wedding pictures: single column, $5; two column, $10.

Wedding details for publication in JournalReporter, 10 inches free. $4.00 per inch over.

Not responsible for photographs, clippings or other items left for publication.

NOTICE NOTICE: “All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination, based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations or dis-crimination. We will not know-ingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwell-ings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.”

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MAGISTRATE Fiedler, Dubuque, IA, angling laws - over limit catch. Total $106.75.

Jenna Nicole Hallin, Enid, OK, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over).

Total $118.25.

Revanth Pagilla, Maryville, MO, speeding 55 or under zone (11 thru 15 over). Total $175.75.

Davontae Lamarcus Bryant, Mesquite, TX, stop sign. Total $210.25.

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Duties include the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of commercial and residential utility services. The Manager will be responsible for the following: 1. Plan, direct and coordinate the work of the organization; establish procedures and policies within the general policy established by the City Council; make recommendations on plans, policies and projects to the Council.

2. Administer and coordinate the development and execution of the capital improvement projects budget; participate in the development of master plans for organizing and financing capital improvement projects.

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TWICE TOLD TALES (continued from page 4) Conwell, of Grand River, left for Cedar Falls where they attended the summer session at Iowa State Teachers College.

The Rev. and Mrs. Joseph Sesulka of Hubbard, Texas and Earnest Barton of Mount Calm, Texas, were overnight guests of Mr. and Mrs. John A. Rydel and children of Humeston.

The Rev. Sesulka and Mr. Barton had attended Presbytery at Grand Rapids, Mich.

Mr. Barton was an uncle of Mr. Rydel. Lillian Rydel accompanied them to Texas for a visit of a few weeks.

Karen Crees, little five-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Crees, had the misfortune to step on a broken fruit jar and cut her foot so badly it took six clamps to close the wound.

She lost so much blood, she was very weak.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cornett, Donna and Pat motored to Worth, Mo. to view the scene of the cyclone.

100 YEARS AGO (June 15, 1922) Walked Out of Upstairs Room While Asleep – Junior Graham, a young man

about 21 years of age, living near Davis City, met with a peculiar accident at the home of Roy Hullinger, where he was working. He was sleeping in an upstairs room and while walking in his sleep, walked right out of an open door and fell to the ground, a distance of ten or twelve feet.

He suffered a severe fracture of his right arm.

Garden Grove Twister – There was a regular little cyclone in Garden Grove, which did a lot of damage, partially demolishing four houses. The storm seemed to go straight from the west and the damage was confined to a small strip south of the railroad tracks.

The houses struck were Henry Youngs, Everett Reynolds, J.T. Fisher, and William Russell.

Just east of this the homes of Mrs. Maggie Bates and Thomas Webster and a church were damaged by the storm.

Marriage Licenses – James Henry Marsengill and Ellen Lenora Owens; Carl A. Cross and Meryle McDowell; Thomas E. Shiel and Marea Grogan; L.E. Vanlandingham and Helen R. Lovett; W.F. Phipps and Edith McLaughlin; W.C.

Fire Destroys Abandoned Home on South Main

Fogelson and Hulda Johnson.

Ethel Snethen and Alfred Truman were married in Sibley.

Port Holly and Verna Sires were married in Victor, Iowa.

Mrs. Perry Bruner and Mrs. Isaac Tolly left for Plankinton, S.D. to attend the funeral of their father, E. J. John.

Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Jelsma of Millerton visited in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. O.L. Thompson and family. Cliff and Charley Thompson went home with them for a visit.

Jesse Maynard and family and Mrs. John McDaniel and daughter attended

Decoration exercises in Pleasanton.

Mr. and Mrs. Everett Wagner and Mr. and Mrs. Cooper Scott drove to Des Moines to visit relatives.

Louie Pickering, who was employed with the wholesale grocery house of Kellogg & Birge, at Keokuk, was down for a few days vis-

iting with his mother.

Corn four feet high, you could hardly believe it, but J.A. Still brought a stalk of corn which he raised on the C.B. Pettigrew farm south of the county home.

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