Monroe County Appeal, Feb. 27, 2014 • Week 9

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PARIS R-II AFTER PROM PLANNING MEETING

After Prom planning meeting on Feb. 27, at 6 p.m., at Monroe County Farmer’s Mutual Meeting Room. All Senior Parents are asked to attend.

“9-12” TO MEET THURSDAY, FEB. 27

“9-12 We The People of Monroe County” will meet on Thursday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m., at the Paris, Library. The meeting will feature updates on Common Core, Gun laws, Grain Belt Express clean lines, Obamacare and much moreall are welcome. Direct questions: 660-327-1220

MHS JAZZ BAND CONCERT MARCH 11

The Moberly High School Jazz Band, under the direction of Jordan Perry, will present a concert at the Madison Area Community Center on Tuesday, March 11. Sandwiches, fries, dessert and drink will be served at 6 p.m., and will be followed by the concert at 7 p.m. There is no charge for this event. However, donations will be accepted with the profit from this event to go toward the purchase of a generator for the community center.

2014 RELAY FOR LIFE KICK OFF MARCH 10

The Relay For Life of Monroe County will host their 2014 Relay Kick-Off at jacs Restaurant, Paris, on Monday, March 10 from 5-8 p.m. All tips received during this event will go toward the 2014 Relay For Life of Monroe County teams. Drawing items will be available. See complete event details in next week’s Monroe County Appeal.

BOOK CLUB TO HOST TOW BOATS PROGRAM

Double II (I.I.O.O.F.F.) book club will host a program about Tow Boats on the inland riverways by Mr. Richard Robertson on March 4 at 7 p.m. Join us to hear Mr. Robertson, a pilot for Magnolia Marine Transport, share about life on a tow boat.

MONROE COUNTY PRIMARY ELECTION FILINGS

Thursday, February 27, 2014

(USPS 359-260) Vol. 147, Number 9 Paris, MO 65275 • 10 Pages • 1 Section • 75 cents

Blow Away Cancer - Monroe County Cancer Supporters signature fundraiser - March 1

Election sign ups begin

The Monroe County Cancer Supporters will hold their fourth annual “Blow Cancer Away” signature fundraising banquet on Saturday, March 1, at the Knight’s of Columbus Hall, Monroe City. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and the serving of the banquet meal will begin at 6:30 p.m. Neither reservations nor tickets are needed; a voluntary donation will be accepted for the meal. The fun has already begun with the advance sale of drawing tickets: Drawing items include a 50 inch flat screen LCD television, a commercial stainless steel 4-burner gas grill with side burner, a 1/4 beef – already processed, and a new Apple iPad Air. Drawing tickets are available from any Cancer Supporters member, and they can be purchased at the banquet.

Many great items, large and small, have been donated for a silent auction.

These items can be viewed and bids placed before and during the banquet.

After the meal the excitement level gets even higher as the live auction will get underway. Auction items include many handmade specialty pieces.

The Monroe County Cancer Supporters was organized in December 2009, to provide support to Monroe County residents and their families who are dealing with the financial, emotional, and physical burdens of a cancer diagnosis. As a 501(c)3 charity the Cancer Supporters provide money and services to Monroe County individuals last year.

Funded by generous donations and the proceeds of last year’s successful “Blow Cancer Away” event, this direct, monetary assistance slightly lightens the load

on our cancer patients, and, maybe just as important, it tells them their friends and neighbors care.

The help the Cancer Supporters provide goes beyond money. In some cases

Paris Paris R-II Kindergarten Screening/ Registration is scheduled for March 11 and March 12, 2014. Your child must be five years old by July 31, 2014, to be eligible to attend Kindergarten for the 2014/2015 school year. The Kindergarten screening process will take approximately one hour, followed by a 15 minute exit interview, in which the Kindergarten teachers will review the screening results and answer any of your questions.

Registration packets may be picked up at the elementary office. If your child is currently in preschool, registration packets will be sent home with your child. Please complete and return these forms to the elementary office prior to your child’s screening on March 11 or 12.

Any child entering Kindergarten needs to have; a 2nd Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine, a 2nd MMR vaccine. A DTAP vaccine and a Polio vaccine will only be required, if he/she has not re-

10th Circuit Associate Judge Michael P. Wilson, left, signs up for the 2014 General Election. Monroe County Clerk Sandra Francis, right, goes over the financial paperwork requirements with Judge Wilson. Also helping sign up candidates was Deputy Clerk Sharon Thurman. See filings at lower left.

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there are other needs that cause hardship and concern to patients and their families. If the cook of the house is sick preparation of a few meals can be a big

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Paris/Holliday set kindergarten screening dates

ceived them after his/her 4th birthday.

During registration, you will need to provide a copy of your child’s birth certificate, immunization records and social security card. If your child is currently enrolled in Paris preschool, we already have this documentation on file and would only need a copy of your child’s updated shot records before the first day of school.

Please call Paris Elementary at 660327-5116, as soon as possible, to schedu See Kindergarten on page 3A

Enbridge Pipelines donates to Monroe County Health Department

The following individuals have filed for office for the 2014 Primary Election, Tuesday, Aug. 5. Filing dates are Tuesday, Feb. 25 through Tuesday, March 25. (D) denotes Democrat Associate Circuit Judge Michael P. Wilson (D) Collector Anita Dunkle (D) Recorder Merry Sue Meals (D) Circuit Clerk Heather D. Wheeler (D) Presiding Commissioner Mike Minor (D) County Clerk Katie Riechmann (D) Prosecuting Attorney Talley Kendrick (D) Treasurer Mary Lynn Powell (D) Rita Wilkerson (D) “We want to be a good neighbor to our communities,” said Senior Right of Way Technician for the Cushing Region of Enbridge Pipelines George Huth as he presented a donation check to the Monroe County Health Department. Left to right, Linda Wilkerson, RN, MRC Coordinator, Judy Harmon, MRC Volunteer, Paula Delaney, MRC Director, George Huth, Enbridge, Gail McCurdy, RN, Emergency Planner, and Jim Scott, MRC Volunteer.

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OPINION

MY TURN

JUST A THOUGHT

Braking (An achieved column)

Most morning and some evenings I have a brake test on the ways to work. I will brake for the first turn squirrel who always wants until my car is very close to turn before he races across the street in front of me.

When I am at the record turn squirrel’s territory and looking out for him, more times than not one of the local cats will take his place and be in or crossing the street.

One the return trip most recently Mr. second turn squirrel found something in the center of the street that took his attention away from my car’s approach and a full stop and holler was necessary.

An then there is the Willie’s game. Willie is our neighbor’s little white dog than owns the local area. He is self assured enough to sit, lay down in or slowly walk to the center of the street as I approach depending on his mood. Other times he will relent and sit aloof at the side of the street or bark a time or two to remind me whose territory it is.

Fall usually offers a chance to brake for one of our local does and

usually a fawn or two but they do not care to make it very close when I do have to use the brake.

All of this is good practice for the serious braking for early morning and after dark walkers, bikers not paying attention, kids driving golf carts or four wheelers or any other form of human activity or distraction that you really didn’t expect to confront on a city street.

And of course the school year is starting and young kids in a hurry or walking three or four abreast in a street can be the motivation for serious and abrupt breaking.

Many of local citizens have been driving for a very long time and can remember Model T’s and Model A’s and the times before automatic transmissions and air conditioning. And good number of those drawers don’t see as well as they once did and don’t have that lightning reaction time either. Squirrels and deer don’t know that or care, nor does Willy. But walkers, bikers and parents should take that into accounts when they or their kids may need a brake.

BY LISA TALTON CONTRIBUTING WRITER

This Is Not The Man I Married Most of us married folk can think back to the day we were married and recall at least some of the details-the style of the dress, the color of the flowers, the songs that were sang, the feelings we felt, the thoughts we were thinking or the people who shared the day with us. But when I think back to that special moment when I was saying “I do” the man I was saying it to does not seem to be the same man I look at now.

On our wedding day I didn’t see the man whose fingernail clippings I now clean off the end table or the man who leaves his dirty socks around the house. I didn’t see the man who I sometimes want to ring his neck. I was not thinking about how we might have times of disagreement, times of financial trouble or times when we just didn’t get along.

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MTRCG to host public meetings to engage public in transportation planning process

PUBLIC NOTICE TO THE HOLDERS OF SHARES OF COMMON STOCK

Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the call of its Directors, an Annual Meeting of Shareholders of The Paris National Bank will be held at the Banking House, Paris, Missouri, U.S.A., on March 13, 2014, at 2 p.m. for the purpose of considering and voting upon the following matters: 1. Election of Directors. Fixing the number of Directors to be elected at nine (9) and the election of the nine (9) persons listed in Proxy Statement dated February 12, 2014, accompanying the notice of said meeting.

2. Whatever other business as may be brought before the meeting or any adjournment thereof.

Only those Shareholders of record at the close of business on February 12, 2014, shall be entitled to notice of meeting and to vote at the meeting.

By Order of the Board of Directors Diane Wilson, Secretary

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But on that day I also could not have imagined how awesome a father he would become or how much strength he would have in times of trouble.

I didn’t know the hills he would climb and the battles he would fight for the good of his family. There was so much to him I did not see on that day because it had not had a chance to surface yet. But the wonderful thing about marriage is the longer you are married the more you have that chance to see those When I first married my husband he was all about the action movies.

If there wasn’t fighting, gun slinging, car chasing or some kind of battling, it wasn’t worth watching. It was next to impossible to

All yesteryears are reprinted in the exact text of the original issue 90 Years March 14, 1924 Herbert Overfelt and Ivan Arnold have bought the McGee and Mallory pool hall, taking possession the first of the week.

Arnold, assisted by Redmond Humes, will run the hall, Overfelt keeping his place in the H.T. Blakey restaurant.

Business men and citizens of Paris donated the sweaters which have been on exhibition in the Murphy & Bodine windows to the Coyotes, Paris High School’s great basketball team. The gift was made in recognition of the great advertising the team has given Paris by its wonderful record during the past season.

75 Years March 2, 1939 Miss Emily Curtright, Paris High School senior, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Curtright of Paris, who won the county civic contest Saturday, at the office of Mrs. Mary Acuff, will represent Monroe County in the Missouri Student Assembly, to be held at Jefferson City.

A son whose name is Kenneth Dale was born to Mr. and Mrs. A.B. Walker, south of Paris.

Mrs. Walker is the former Ruby Newbrough.

At a special meeting, Monday the Board of Education re-elected Russell T. Gwynn as superintendent of the Paris Schools for another year.

Edgar Rigg was renominated for city marshal at Paris, Tuesday, by a large majority over Wiley Patrick and Taylor Curtright. Rigg received 329 votes.

Mrs. Sallie Winfrey, who recently sold her farm south of Florida to the state for the Mark Twain Park, will move the house and buildings

on the land to a 50 acre unimproved tract she bought from John Davis White for $900.

Ed Murphy sold his good farm, 160 acres east of Paris, to Former County Agent E.S. Matteson of Columbia last Thursday. The price paid was $3,750 or about $23.50 an acre. Mr. and Mrs. Murphy plan to move to Paris sometime before June 1.

Creigh and Everett Dooley moved Wednesday to the Watt Dooley farm northwest of Stoutsville which they recently bought.

50 Years Feb. 27, 1964 An overflow crowd estimated at between 500 and 600 attended the Annual Open House and Square Dance at Case Power and Equipment Saturday.

Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Christ of Higbee have leased an apartment from Glen Mutti and will move to it. Mrs. Christ is manager of the Paris garment factory.

Miss Mary Martha Dawson has been appointed as representative of the Northeast Mutual Insurance Association of Mexico for the Paris and surrounding area according to an announcement.

Mac Donovan is constructing a new garage building on U.S. Highway 24 West of his home on that travel route. He has been operating his business in Holliday.

Paris High School will be host to the Salt River Band Festival at the new high school.

Pollard Bean received notice Monday from Congressman Clarence Cannon that he had been recommended for the job as a rural mail carrier out of the Madison post office to succeed the late

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him from room to room.

But he would just tune me out. You can probably imagine how unproductive that was. But again as the years went by things changed. He realized I was one that needed a lot of communication and I realized sometimes he needed his space. We now have a better understanding of each other and try to meet in the middle.

Now is this the man I thought I married?-No. But is this the man I am happy I married?-Yes. We have had both good and bad times in our marriage and I am just as happy we had the bad ones as the good. It has been through those hard times that we have grown-not just as a couple but as individuals. I do not want to be the same woman my husband married. I want to be a wiser woman, a sweeter person, a more thoughtful wife, a better friend and a more nurturing mother. With each new day I am blessed with I want to change myself for the better. So no my husband is not quite the same man I married but I am not the same woman he married!

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The Mark Twain Council of Governments will host eight public meetings to discuss transportation planning. Transportation stakeholders and the general public are invited to attend these meetings to share their ideas for needed transportation projects. Meeting attendees will have an opportunity to offer ideas to address Missouri’s entire transportation system – roads and bridges, transit, aviation, rail, waterways, pedestrian and bicycle needs.

During the meeting, attendees will be provided with information on the planning process and given an opportunity to submit projects for consideration. Between March 1 and March 14, the Mark Twain Council of Governments website will have a link to an online survey allowing participants to submit projects online if they are unable to attend any of the public meetings.

The website address is www.marktwaincog.com.

Meeting times and locations are as follows: Tuesday, March 4, 9 a.m. at the Ralls County Courthouse, 311 S. Main, New London Tuesday, March 4, 1:30 p.m. at the Paris City Hall Community Room, 112 S. Main, Paris Tuesday, March 4, 4:30 p.m. at the Audrain County Courthouse Community Room, 101 N. Jefferson, Mexico For additional information contact the Mark Twain Council of Governments at (573) 565-2203.

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convince him to see a romantic or dramatic movie. But as the years went by and four children were born, his views started to change. How do I know this you ask? Well, one day we were all in the family room watching a movie together when it hit me.

My once all action movie husband was now laying on the couch with his children watching a Disney movie. At first I really believe he was watching it for the kid’s sake but by the middle of the movie he was into it and would even shush you if you got too loud. Now is this the man I thought I married?No. But is this the man I am happy I married?-Yes. During the first years of our marriage our communication skills with each other were somewhat dysfunctional. When there was a problem I was one who was going to talk it out until it was solved but my husband was one who was going to think about it and talk later. Of course being young and somewhat dumb I would get angry when he would not talk about it with me.

I would try and make him talk. I would even follow

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30 Years March 1, 1984 The Longbranch Homemakers Club met at the home of Vivian Ridgeway for the February meeting. The following officers were elected for the coming year: president, Lois Dowell; vice president, Vivian Ridgeway; secretary and reporter, Marietta Wilson; and treasurer, Dorothy Kendrick.

Jane Ellen Smith, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill G. Smith, Madison, and Kathleen Marie Harms, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Darrel Harms, formerly of Madison, are among the contestants in the 1984 Miss Moberly Pageant who will be vying for the title of Miss

Moberly 1984.

Mr. and Mrs. Sammy Keith Breid of Madison are the parents of a nine pound, twelve ounce son born at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia. He has been named Andrew Keith.

The Monroe County Porkettes met at the home of Shirley Ensor to make plans for 1984. Officers are Mary Jane Havens, president; Cheryl Bright, vice president; Evelyn Beamer, secretary and reporter; Mary Johnson, treasurer.

Monroe County’s farmers are appreciated in Paris and to show that appreciation, the Paris Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting Farmers Appreciation Days the week of March 20-22.

Ag Night, Feb. 17 The Farm Bureau Young Farmers and the Paris FFA hosted their Annual Ag Appreciation Night, Monday, Feb. 17 at Paris High School.

FFA President Rae Graupmann introduced Missouri Farm Bureau Vice President Todd Hayes who spoke to the crowd of approximately 200 farmers and invited guests. He informed the assembled about an important constitutional amendment that will appear on our November ballot protecting Missouri Farmers from ridiculous laws and regulations.

“Farmers raise food that feeds an average of 135 people apiece,” said Hayes.

Hayes thanked the Missouri Farm Bureau Young Farmers and the Paris FFA for the meal served at the program.

CEO/GM at Consolidated Electric Cooperative Mike Fuller gave a informational program detailing and explaining the electricity process, defining mega-

watts and kilowatts to the crowd. He also described the Grain Belt Express Clean Line and how it was just a “pass through” for Missouri.

He noted that any power sold in the state would be extra and not really needed

by Missouri residents.

“Missouri already has clean, reliable, safe electricity,” said Fuller.

Jay O’Bannon gave a comprehensive overview of the proposed Grain Belt Express Clean Line. He was concerned that the towers could negatively affect the GPS of area farmers near the line. He detailed ways to combat the line, which included writing letters to the Public Service Commission to try to deny the line necessary certification from the PSC. O’Bannon also recommended writing Missouri elected officials, representatives and senators both state and federal. “This path through the state gets us nothing,” said O’Bannon.

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help. Maybe a leaky faucet needs fixing, or the grass needs to be mowed.

Maybe transportation to the sometimes-daily treatments becomes impossible to the family.

Or what if, adding insult to injury, on top of being scared and sick a lady’s self esteem is shattered by the loss of her hair. Cancer Supporters maintains a list of volunteers for nearly every imaginable need—transportation, meal preparation, house and yard work, and so on.

They also offer wigs and

head coverings for use by patients.

The many business and individual sponsors of “Blow Cancer Away” have given you the opportunity to do the incredible — be a part of this wonderful way of helping your friends and neighbors through their cancer.

Be among the 400 people expected to enjoy a great evening of food, fellowship, and fun. Come join the excitement; be part of something incredible, be at “Blow Cancer Away” Saturday night, March 1.

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ule your Kindergarten screening/exit interview appointment for March 11 or 12.

Holliday Holliday C-2 School will be having Kindergar-

ten Screening on Monday, March 17. If you have a child who will be 5 before August 1, 2014 please contact the office at 660-2663412 to schedule an appointment.

2014 Monroe Manor Valentine’s Royalty On Friday, Feb. 14, Monroe Manor Crowned their 2014 Valentine’s Royalty. (Top) Left to Right, 2nd Runner up Dorothy White; 1st runner-up Alice Wilkins; Princess Marilyn Kelly; Queen Pearl Wortman; King Edwin Bush; Not pictured Prince Gus Kelly; 1st runner up Bill Heathman; 2nd runner up Paul Hibbard. (Right) Queen Pearl Wortman, left, and King Edwin Bush.

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OATS releases Lori Watson joins March schedule ACA workshop set for F&M Bank & Trust Lori Watson has joined F&M Bank and Trust Company as the Vice President and Loan Officer for the Monroe City Branch. Watson, a life long resident of Monroe City, comes to F&M Bank with eight years of banking experience.

Lori is married to Ryan Watson. They have three children, Rhett, Blaine and Dax. Lori graduated from Northwest Missouri State University in 2002 and is also a graduate of the Missouri School of Bank Management. Lori is a member of Holy Rosary Church. She cur-

Lori Watson

rently serves as the Vice President of the Monroe City Fidelis Club and is a board member for the Monroe City Food Bank.

MAMMOGRAM VAN The Monroe County Health Department would like to announce that the Ellis Fischel Mammogram Van will be coming to Paris on Tuesday, March 11. Appointment times are from 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please call the Health Department at 660-327-4653 for an appointment.

Monroe County, Missouri...

Then & Now 1831- 2006

OATS transportation is available to anyone regardless of age, income, disability, race, gender, religion, or national origin.

From Monroe County to: Quincy - 2nd Monday Moberly - 1st & 2nd Thursday Monroe City, Monroe City in town - 2nd Friday Mexico - 4th Friday Ash, Duncan’s Bridge, Holliday, Madison to Moberly - 3rd & 5th Tuesdays Ash, Duncan’s Bridge, Holliday, Madison, Paris to Paris/Paris in town - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays Monroe City to Hannibal - 1st & 3rd Fridays To schedule a ride, simply call the volunteer OATS contact in your community: * When the local contact cannot be reached call the OATS Office at 800-654-6287.

Holliday, Margaret Ransdell 660-266-3371 Madison, Elsie Mallory 660-291-5943 Dorothy Swindell 660-291-5105 Monroe City, Tony Ketsenberg 573-735-4138 Emma Jo Mudd 573-735-2830 Paris Carol Comstock 660-327-4528 Raymond Mouser 660-327-1051 Contract Trip: Madison, Dorothy Swindell 660-291-5105 Mary Belle Hartgrove 660-291-5537 Monroe City, Loretta Christy 573-735-1471 Florence Tipton 573-735-1042 Paris, Ruth Seelow 660-327- 4028 NO County Committee Meeting: *******All OATS meetings are open to the public!

To Columbia on the WEEKLY EXPRESS Tuesday: Service along Hwys 36, 15, 24 and 63 from Palmyra to Hannibal to Monroe City to Shelbina to Paris to Moberly to Columbia. The bus will deviate five miles off of Hwys 36, 15, 24 and 63 to pick riders up.

If you live beyond the five miles you will meet the bus at a pick up point.

Thursday: Service along Hwys 36, 24 and 63 from Palmyra to Hannibal to Monroe City to Paris to Moberly to Columbia. The bus will deviate five miles off of Hwys 36, 24 and 63 to pick riders up. If you live beyond the five miles you will meet the bus at a pick up point.

For More Information or To Schedule a Ride on the Weekly Express Call 1-800-654-6287.

“Anyone can ride! OATS, Inc. Is not just for seniors, but for Rural Missourians regardless of age or income that are in need of transportation. Individuals, organizations, groups, or agencies may contract with OATS for transportation services. Special Agreements may extend for as little as one hour or for one year with an option for renewal. If you or your group need transportation services beyond what is scheduled in the county, OATS might be able to accommodate you. For schedules or more information call your regional office at 1-800-6546287, or visit our website at www.oatstransit.org.”

OATS is an equal opportunity employer M/F/H/V, non-profit, tax-exempt organization.

A work of the Monroe County Historical Society

Wednesday March 5

The deadline for enrollment for the Affordable Care Act is rapidly approaching. Are you prepared and do you understand the law and know your options. The Northeast Community Action Corporation is sponsoring seminars to let the public learn the law and learn their options.

The presentation will be done by a specialist from the University of Missouri Extension in an unbiased format. The workshop will not be a public forum and politics will not be discussed. The material will present the facts on the new health law that is being implemented.

With many opinions and thoughts on the topic, the general public should be very cautious and be aware of scams. Learning the law and finding the resources to help you navigate through the process is very important. You will learn the new consumer health protections and the ten essential benefits that all policies should have. The workshop will also discuss the individual mandate and the penalty for being without health insurance.

NECAC will have Certified Application Counselors present to arrange

times for appointments and answer questions specific to your needs.

The next workshop will be in Paris, on March 5. The workshop will be held at the Public Library, 101 N Main Street, Paris,starting at 6:30 p.m.

To reserve your spot, you can call the NECAC office for Monroe County at (660)327-4110 or the University of Missouri Extension at (660)3274158.

The University of Missouri Extension will provide information to help Missouri residents make informed health insurance decisions by understanding options and responsibilities outlined in the Affordable Care Act. The University of Missouri Extension provides factual information on public policies such as the ACA. This article was written by Charles Holland, Business Development Specialist with the University of Missouri Extension Charles is located in Paris, and can be reached at (660)327-4158 or hollandca@missouri.edu .

Please feel free to contact Charles with any questions or any other business question.

Post 221 will host a MEET & GREET National Vice-Commander WAYNE SATROM 2014 “Missouri Membership Caravan”

Wednesday, March 5• 9 a.m.

American Legion Hall For more info contact Lloyd Miller, (573) 231-2288

Pay ($65.00) ahead and have your copy reserved.

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(660) 327-1831 2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Caitlyn Nobis, daughter of Cory and Jeannie Nobis. APPEAL PHOTO Additional Senior Night photos for Paris and Madison can be found on pages 7 and 8.

Redd’s Apple Ale Busch 24 Pack Cans 6 Pack Sale:$6.89 Sale:$15.99, Reg.: $18.99 Good Thru: 2/20-2/25 Good Thru: 3/5

Small remodel, cabinets, doors, trim, window treatments, decks, pole barns, garages and more...

Off Road Agriculture Diesel Available.

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(Top) 2013-2014 Madison C-3 FFA Chapter Members. (Bottom) Madison C-3 Officers and assistant officers (not in order): President: Sam Legrand; Vice President: Sammi Painter, Secretary: Katie Youse, Reporter: Dusty Albertson, Treasurer: Allie Dunkin, Sentinel: Audri Burton, Assistant President: Annie Hancock, Assistant Vice President: Joe Hulen, Assistant Secretary: Hannah Deaver, Assistant Reporter: Jenna Stoebe, Assistant Treasurer: Nick Bird.

Madison C-3 FFA Week includes breakfast, themes The Madison FFA Chapter celebrated National FFA Week from Sunday, February 16, to Friday, February 21, by having a variety of themed days and participating in events during the week.

The members attended the Grace United Methodist Church as a chapter during FFA Sunday, and enjoyed lunch together afterwards. There were a total of 24 members in attendance for the service.

Also on Sunday was the annual Sweetheart Banquet, which was held in the community center.

The chapter bussed tables, served drinks, and helped set-up/clean-up for this event.

To kick off the first themed day of dress up week, our chapter decid-

Callaway Livestock Center, Inc. Kingdom City 573-642-7486 Feeder Cattle Sale Every Monday at 12:30 p.m.

Slaughter Steers & Heifers Monday 10 a.m.

REGULAR FEEDER CATTLE SALE Feb. 24, 2014 Receipts: 2376 Hd. COMPUTER AVE - TOP 1241 Steers: Medium & Large Frame Hd. 17-300 & Down..............199.00-247.00 87-300-400 lbs..................211.00-236.00 195-400-500 lbs................214.00-240.00 324-500-600 lbs................195.00-223.00 428-600-700 lbs.................185.00-204.00 129-700-800 lbs................163.00-183.75 42-800-900 lbs................147.00-160.00 924 Heifers: Medium & Large Frame Hd.

11-300 & Down..............188.00-225.00 71-300-400 lbs.................187.00-216.00 212-400-500 lbs.................181.00-211.00 281-500-600 lbs.............174.00-197.00 207-600-700 lbs.................162.00-172.50 108-700-800 lbs.................159.00-166.00 5-800-900 lbs.................145.00-149.00 16-900-1000 lbs.................144.00-153.50 21 Bred Cows: Better Cows: 1400.00-1805.00 Small, Old Thin: 1000.00-1250.00 164 Slaughter Cows: High Dressing: 94.50-104.00; Bulk: 85.00-94.00; Low: 75.00-85.00; Thin: 60.00 & Down 26 Slaughter Bulls: 101.50-118.50; Thin: 89.00-97.00 All Slaughter Steers & Heifers sold on Monday at 10 a.m. Receipts: 14 Hd. 14 Steers & Heifers: Top: 145.00; Choice 2 &3: 140.00-145.00 Cow Sale on March 6 at 6 p.m. 1100 Cows, Cow Calf, Bred Hfrs. and Bulls.

Lots of nice young cows and bred hfrs.

- several complete dispersions 40 young breeding bulls.

Toll Free 1-573-522-9244 for 24-hour USDA Market Report recording.

We appreciate your business, both buyers and sellers.

Please visit our web site at www.callawaylivestock.com

ed to have “Farmer Day”, where students were encouraged to wear overalls, plaid, boots, and anything else they considered a farmer would wear. On Wednesday, the members wore Official Dress. Later that evening, the chapter held a game night, where the members were able to participate in various board and card games, to celebrate the week and have some fun. Thursday was themed as “Angus Day”, where members were encouraged to dress in all black.

The annual chapter breakfast was held on Fri-

day, from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m.

The chapter wore boots and the 2013-14 chapter t-shirt, “Keep Calm and Lead On.” The menu included bacon and sausage, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy, hash brown casserole, and baked cinnamon apples. Juice, milk, and coffee were available.

This event was donationbased, and served approximately 165 members of the community. A total of $ was donated. The Madison FFA Chapter wanted to thank the community for their continuous support of our chapter.

Prescribed Burn Workshop Learn how to safely use fire to manage your grassland/CRP on Friday, Feb. 28, from 6-10 p.m., at the Lions Club, 600 West Street New London.

This Free Workshop will cover: • Proper fire-break construction • Acceptable weather conditions for burning • Proper equipment to have on hand • Ignition sequencing and burn timing • Notification information RSVP 660-327-4117 by 2/26/2014 This program sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation and the Natural Resources Conservation Service.

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Monday, March 3--Friday, March 7 Lunch Served Monday-Friday -11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Monday - Butterfly Shrimp, Baked Potato, Oriental Slaw, Under the Sea Salad, Wheat Bread Tuesday - Taco Salad, Mexican Corn, 5 Cup Salad, Wheat Bread Wednesday - Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli & Cheese, Hummingbird Cake, Wheat Bread Thursday - Baked Ham, Twice Baked Mashed Potatoes, Corn Fritters, Apple Brown Betty, Cheese Herb Biscuit Friday - Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Green Beans, Strawberry Shortcake, Wheat Biscuit

Hand & Foot • Bingo •The Hand & Foot Club met on Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Paris Senior Center with 14 people participating. The winners of a meal ticket were Lucille Klingaman and Faye Johnston.

•Bingo was held on Monday, Feb. 24, with 9 people participating. The winners of a meal ticket were Judy Hollingsworth and Marie Sinkclear.

•Call us for all your catering needs.

•Anything from Fried Chicken with all the sides to your favorite desserts.

Caring Community Enrollment Event Expanding Coverage through Community Partnership

What: Enroll individuals or families in the Marketplace for Health Care Insurance Where: Paris Public Library, 101 N. Main St. Paris, When: Every Thursday from 1-4 p.m.

Why: So that Americans can make informative decisions about health care Whitney Doubrava and Patty Hendren, Certified Application Counselors will be on hand to help enroll individuals.

For more information call 660-263-7173, ext. 3041

Madison Lioness meet Monday, Feb. 17 The Madison Lioness met on Monday, Feb. 17 at the Lions Den in Madison. Members brought soup, sandwiches and desserts, and Lions members were guests. Hostesses were Connie Nichols and Karolyn Thomas.

This meeting was postponed from Feb. 3 because of bad weather— again. Eleven members were present.

President Karen Thomas called the meeting to order after the meal. There was no treasurer’s report available.

Dues are not due if not already paid. Scholarship will not be paid until documentation is presented.

Secretary’s report was read by Kathy McCoy. President Karen will appoint a Nominating Committee next month,

and new officers will be elected in April.

It was voted to make donations to the Lions Eye Tissue Bank, the After-Prom party and to sponsor a delegate to Girl’s State.

Lions President Richard Milhollin and Lions members challenge the Madison Lioness members to pitch tournament on Monday, March 17.

Losing Club’s president will appear in the dunking booth at Madison Fun Days.

Lions Club also needs the assistance of a few Lioness members with their 5K run on April 12. Hostesses at the March 4 meeting will be Becky Pierce and Patsy Pierce. Traveling prize was won by Linda Breid, and hostess gift

by Patsy Pierce.

Arrests have been made in connection with the ongoing Missouri Highway Patrol death investigation in Madison.

The events that sparked the investigation happened in the early morning hours of Wednesday, Feb. 19.

Randolph County Sheriff Mark Nichols has confirmed that two individuals are currently being held at the Randolph County Justice Center in connection with said incident: Jason Lage, Columbia, 32, is being held on a cash-only bond of $40,000. The warrant requests no contact by any means/medium between Lage and the co-defen-

dant. Lage is currently charged with Tampering of Physical Evidence in Felony Prosecution.

Jessica Munoz, Moberly, 28, is being held for Hindering Prosecution of Felony. She has a cashonly bond of $25,000 The Missouri State Highway Patrol noted that the investigation is currently ongoing. The only current comment from the Missouri Highway Patrol is - “no comment.”

It was announced that a possible statement about this incident would be forthcoming this week.

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Madison incident still under investigation

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SENIOR NEWS Is Your Tree Sick?

Or Dying?

By Nancy Baca, State Farm® Agent

Trees are beautiful additions to any property—if they’re healthy, that is. Unhealthy trees can shed limbs or topple over, harming your home or family members along the way. But just because a tree isn’t looking its best doesn’t mean it’s a goner. Learn the symptoms of sick and dead trees so you can choose the best course of action. Give Your Trees a Checkup A sick or dying tree can display a variety of easy-to-spot symptoms that may help you save it before it’s too late. Here are some things to look for: Leaves Generally, the tree should have a full, lush crown. If a tree’s leaves begin to fall off before autumn, it’s a primary indicator of a problem. Leaves on an unhealthy tree sometimes will stay attached but may discolor or simply shrivel up. Branches Dead limbs are a big red flag. If you notice the growth is lopsided or unusual, this also could mean there is a serious problem on the desolate portion of the tree. Trunk Look for cracks or large holes in the trunk which may be accompanied by flaky, weak or missing bark. Sawdust around the base of your tree may also be a sign that carpenter ants have moved in. Roots Your tree should have a healthy “root flare”—the base of the trunk where the tree swells and roots dive underground. Trees with no root flare indicate a problem; fungus or mushrooms growing around the trunk may signal decay. Call a Professional If any of these signs are present on your tree, don’t try to fix the problem yourself. Your best and safest option is to call a local tree service company. An ISA-certified arborist will be able to tell you what the problem is and describe the steps to take to save the tree—or recommend its removal if it’s a lost cause. Keep Your Trees Healthy If your tree isn’t sick, there are several things you can do—or not do—to help it stay that way. Try these tree-care tips: Avoid digging near trees which can damage their root systems. Keep heavy objects and vehicles away from treed areas to prevent compacting the soil, which can deplete oxygen levels. Don’t overfertilize or overwater.

Consult a landscaper or tree company to determine the best levels of each for your particular tree species. Regularly apply a 2- to 4-inch layer of mulch at the base to control weeds and help retain moisture around the tree.

Avoid applying mulch directly against the tree trunk.

Be careful not to cut roots with your mower or string trimmer. Prune your trees carefully to encourage new growth. Don’t “top” your trees by removing large leader branches near the crown. This can remove leaves and starve a tree of valuable nutrients, as well as stress the tree. If your home has been damaged by falling limbs or trees, contact your State Farm® agent as soon as possible. The information in this article was obtained from various sources. While we believe it to be reliable and accurate, we do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of the information. These suggestions are not a complete list of every loss control measure.

The information is not intended to replace manuals or instructions provided by the manufacturer or the advice of a qualified professional. Nor is it intended to effect coverage under any policy. State Farm makes no guarantees of results from use of this information. We assume no liability in connection with the information nor the suggestions made. -

Includes hot and cold shrimp, prime rib, sides and refreshments

SATURDAY, MARCH 22 MADISON AREA COMMUNITY BUILDING

Social Hour 5:30 • Meal Served at 6:30 p.m., Auction Follows

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$30/Ticket • (Advance tickets only, no tickets sold after March 10) Contact Robyn Purdy at (573) 881-0526 or any MABA Member for tickets (573) 721-1880

Visit Madison Business Men’s Association on facebook to see auction items! https://www.facebook.com/MadisonBusinessMenAssociation

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Salt River Community Care now offers Outpatient Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy along with Inpatient stays for short or long term.

Contact us at 573-588-4175 or check out our web site at www.saltrivernursinghome.com 142 Shelby Plaza Shelbina, MO Libby Youse, Administrator.

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Madison, MO 660-291-5795 Wed. 12 - 5 p.m.

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CHURCH NEWS

Pastor Kenny’s message today was titled, “The Word Over Temptation.” Scripture was taken from Hebrews 4:11-16 and James 1:12-16 Christians battle temptation every day. In order to battle those temptations we must correct our thought pattern. We must understand and know that there is coming a time when Jesus will show us our life. Knowing the word guides us in truth and obedience, and helps us to overcome sin. Knowing the word gives hope and allows you to come boldly with your petitions to God. Praise for Brian and Jessica Chase’s wedding anniversary, Juanita Willingham’s announcemnt of two new great grandchildren, Charlie and Joyce Horstmeier expecting another grandchild in September, Paris students winning science olympiad, Isaiah Olivas doing better with health issues, Don Laird’s health doing better.

Prayers for Kent Carman, Laura Carman, Wayne Stoddard, Zoe Miller, Lexi Dunham’s father, Diane Street, Bev Holmes, Martha Conley’s niece Kandace, family of firefighter in Columbia that was killed fighting a fire, John O’Brien, Chad Isgrig, Travis.

Monroe County Cancer Supporters annual meal and auction is March 1st at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Monroe City, doors open at 5 p.m. World Day of Prayer is March 7th and Santa Fe Christian Church will again hold a 24 hour prayer vigil. Thank you from Larry and Jan DeOrnellis, family fun night has been scheduled for 6 p.m., on March 8.

Bible study is every Wednesday night, carry in meal at 6 p.m., and study at 6:30 p.m. Sunday school is at 9:30 a.m., and worship service at 10:30 a.m.

The Paris First Christian Church held worship on Sunday, February 23, with Reverend Donna Scott officiating.

Her morning message, “The Eyes of Faith,” was based on Luke 6:27-38. Those who participated in the service were: Worship Leader Roseann Raines; Elders Anita Ness and Peggy Crabtree; Diaconate Randy Boulware, C. J. Bush, Bob Crabtree, and Ron Childers; Acolytes Logan and Dawson Bross; Song Leader Mary Beth Mitchell; Organist Mary Jo Wilson; and Junior Church Leader Anita Ness.

Announcements are (All times p.m. unless indicated): Wednesday, Feb. 26 - Membership Class 4:30, Wednesday Nite Live 5:30, Choir 6:30 p.m.; Sunday, March 2 - Communion at Monroe Manor 3; and Wednesday, March 5 - Lenten Prayer Breakfast 6:30 a.m. at the Senior Center, Membership Class, Ash Wednesday Service 5, Wednesday Night Live 5:30, and Choir 6:30. Everyone is invited to Wednesday Nite Live and reminded that it is not held if school is canceled or released early. Watch for details on the first youth group meeting on Sunday, March 16.

Dede Mitchell, Howard Warren, Beulah Parrish, and Logan Bross celebrate birthdays this week.

March Elder’s Helping Hands are Louise O’Fallon and Sally Blackwell. Pastor Donna Scott may be contacted at (660)327-1355 or (573) 933-0593. The church’s contacts are (660) 327-4440 or fc418@centurytel.net. We extend the Good News of God’s Love through our worship, education, and service to each other, our family, friends, and community.

Everyone is welcome to Adult Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., Junior Church at 10:30 a.m., and worship at 10:45 a.m.

The Bible verse is: Keep alert, stand firm in your faith, be courageous, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love. 1 Corinthians 16:13-14. The thought for the week from James Edmeston is: Guard us, guide us, keep us, feed us, for we have no help but Thee.

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Pastor John Grimmett

The Paris Presbyterian Church held worship service Sunday, Feb. 23. Patti Grimmett led the congregation into worship service with, “Ho Firm a Foundation.” “ The beginning hymn was, “Love Divine, All Love’s Excelling.”

The call to worship was from Psalm 121. Pastor John Grimmett led the congregation in a unison prayer. The chancel choir performed a special music piece, “Wonderful Words of Life.”

Pastor John Grimmett read the announcements and asked for prayer concerns. He gave a pastoral prayer and The Lord’s Prayer. Pastor John Grimmett read the scripture reading from Matthew 5. He also gave the message, “O To Be Like Him” The closing hymn was, “Lord I Want to Be A Christian.” Patti Grimmett led the congregation out of worship service with, “The Solid Rock.”

The Paris Presbyterian Church will hold worship service next Sunday, March 2. Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by worship service at 10:45 am. Anyone is welcome to attend.

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Father John Henderson

Mass times are Sundays at 10 a.m. Congratulations to Morghan Crain for a job well done. It was her first time as Altar Server at the Children’s Mass on Sunday Feb. 16. If you would like your child to participate in Sunday school classes please contact Marie Ebbesmeyer. Special blessing of all marriages has been moved to Sunday March 9. Marriages of 25 years and greater will be recognized at five year increments (i.e. 30, 35, 40…).

If you would like to receive special recognition at Mass please contact the church rectory at 573.565.2852.

UP COMING EVENTS held in church basement • March 5, Ash Wednesday Services at 5:30 p.m.

• March 23, Relay For Life fundraiser dinner at 11 a.m.

• April 11, Lenten Fish Fry time to be announced later For a listing of area Lenten Fish Fry see Feb. 14 edition of the Catholic Missourian pages 10 and 11. Also during Lent we will be holding a food drive to benefit NECAC starting March 5 to April 13.

If you would like to receive text messages regarding up coming church events, prayer needs or weather related church cancellations please contact Marie Ebbesmeyer.

Inquiring minds would like to know if there is a Community Calendar of events for non-for-profit organizations. If this exists please contact Marguerite Jones.

We were blessed to have Diane Hickman and Brenda Duncan sing special music, “Stand Still” and the adult choir singing, “Jesus Loves Me”, directed by Cheryl Gholson. Brenda Ensor served at the piano and Kathy Miller at the organ.

Charles Garnett gave the invocation. Steve Ensor gave the Call to worship from Psalm 103.

Diana Hammond gave the children’s sermon. She shared a rough surface touching their skin and then a soft surface.

People who are hard to get along with may be like the rough surface and those who are easy to get along with are like the smooth surface. In Matthew 5:44, Jesus says, “Love your enemies”, or those who are not nice to you. Say good things about them. Pray for those who are mean to us. She gave each child a color picture and some crayons. DeeDee Mitchell led children’s church.

Reverend Wesley Hammond’s sermon was from Mark 11:20-26, entitled “Faith Can Move Mountains”. As a warning of judgment Jesus cursed a fig tree. Later as Peter observed that the fig tree had withered from the roots up he was amazed. God does supernatural things through Jesus.

We do not understand how significant prayer is. Nothing is impossible with God. In verse 22, Jesus says, “Have Faith in God”. Verse 23 says we must not doubt in our heart, for our faith can move mountains. God knows our needs and what we have spoken; He places His Will in our heart. Verse 25 tells us we must be forgiving so that we may be forgiven.

Announcements: Thursday, Feb. 27, FBC Carter Hall, Blood drive, 1-6 p.m. Sunday, March 2, 12:00 noon, carry-in meal and Open House for Our Father’s Closet.

ATTN: Women of Faith tickets are available $20 off until Feb. 28. Contact Marsha Threlkeld if you are interested.

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Pastor Fran Schnarre

The Granville young adults have begun a study of a book about how families have reduced stress, and we will tie in related scripture and continue it the first, third and fifth Sundays (including this Sunday, March 2). Topics include how to have a family dinner when you can’t be all together; sharing your family story with your kids; how to fight and resolve fights; children and money; having difficult conversations; talking to kids about sex; care and feeding of grandparents, family vacations; how to be a good fan of your kids’ sports; how to have good family reunions.

The other adult Sunday School class is studying Matthew 18. The kingdom of God has its own set of standards and the disciples want to know how to use those standards to be greatest in the kingdom of God. Jesus takes their question seriously but provides another way to think about ranking and social status.

The Granville cookbooks have sold out, but the church has ordered more. They sell for $20 with half the proceeds going to Relay for Life. Call Dale Ann Magruder to place your order. More fundraisers are being planned for Relay.

The Granville young adults have begun a study of a book about how families have reduced stress, and we will tie in related scripture and continue it the first, third and fifth Sundays (next session, March 2). Topics include how to have a family dinner when you can’t be all together; sharing your family story with your kids; how to fight and resolve fights; children and money; having difficult conversations; talking to kids about sex; care and feeding of grandparents, family vacations; how to be a good fan of your kids’ sports; how to have good family reunions.

We will continue receiving the Week of Compassion offering at the March 2 worship service. We are still sending care packages to servicemen and women in the combat zones.

Please contact Brenda Coffman with names and addresses.

Come spend an hour in worship with the One who makes you, saves you and loves you, on the first, third and fifth Sundays, March 2, 16 and 30. Sunday School is held at 10 a.m. each Sunday and communion follows on the Sundays when we do not have church. March 16 is the annual Farmer Day celebration at worship, with lunch to follow.

The Feb. 23 services at South Fork Presbyterian church began with Patti Grimmett playing “I Would Be Like Jesus” followed by Pastor John Grimmett leading the Call to Worship from Psalm 121 and the Unison Prayer with all singing “Blessed Be The Name”, “Higher Ground”, “Doxology”, “More Like the Master” and “Lord, Dismiss Us With Thy Blessing”.

Prayer was held for the Dawson family; the Holtz family; Haley Owens and a for all those who donated items for the Church mission project with all saying the Lord’s Prayer.

Pastor John and Patti played guitar as they sang “O To Be Like Thee”.

The message “To Be Like Him” was based on scripture from Matthew 5:38-48 as being the longest Sermon on the Mount that Jesus gave us... it is hard to love your enemies - nothing can separate you from the love of God through Jesus Christ! The world needs to see you as a temple becoming someone different with God’s blessings! God has put all the ingredients together just perfect - now you have to wait for Him to finish the perfect you! We need to be different - don’t repay evil with evil - do good for good... (Romans 12) God wants you to know He is here to help you - place your woes to Him - fix your attention upon God. The rain falls upon the just and the unjust...being transformed from the inside out.

The world wants to drag us down and God want to lift us up. Bless your enemies! Try to find some beauty in everyone!

Who turned the other cheek for You? JESUS, who died for YOU! Kaylee Beckham led the Offertory as everyone listened to “More Love to Thee” Everyone retired in fellowship for coffee and donuts.

Services are held every Sunday at 9 a.m. and all are welcome to come hear the word of the Lord.

Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect...Matthew 5:48

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On Feb. 23, the congregation of Holliday Christian Church greeted special guests, Mike and Cara Brown and Hunter Milner. All were welcomed by Reverend David Holmes following the prelude by Jane Akers, organist.

The annual ham and bean dinner will be held at the church on Sunday evening, March 9. Week of Compassion offering envelopes are available at the rear of the sanctuary.

Happy birthday was sung to: Lysa Holmes, Virginia Vanlandingham, Lorene Kendall (93), Wyatt Wilson, Mairyn Kinnaman and Matt Wilson.

The opening hymn, “Lead On, O King Eternal” was sung and was followed by pastoral prayer and Gloria Patri.

Prayer concerns were expressed for: Leona Pence and family and Lois Baker Friday. Sympathy was extended to the families of Jimmie Hultz, Zach Dawson and Stella Norfleet and to David Hoffman and his family upon the death of David’s father. The joy of Jerry and Zelmajo Ragsdale’s safe return from Texas was shared.

The prayer hymn, “More Love to Thee” was sung; moments of meditation followed as the final verse was played. Pastoral prayer and recital of the Lord’s Prayer followed. Jerry Ragsdale and Guy Callison, elders, went forward to serve at the Lord’s Table as the communion hymn, “Do This in Remembrance of Me” was sung.

Johnny Ragsdale and Gary Wilson served as deacons.

Following sharing of communion and offering collection, the doxology closed the communion service.

Scripture from Matthew 25:1-13 was read in preparation for the morning’s message, “Watch..... Be Ready”. Be prepared for the unexpected, but yet most anticipated return of Christ. The closing hymn, “Praise the Lord” was sung. Pastoral prayer and singing of the “Spirit Song” closed morning worship.

Barbara Jarman read “Jesus’ Teachings are Rock Solid” from “365 Things Gods Wants Us to Know”. Jim McMorris then opened Bible Study with prayer and led the group in the study of John 3:22-36 and 4:1-42.

Services are held each Sunday with worship at 9:30 a.m., and Bible Study at 10:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.

Services were held at Madison Christian Church on Sunday, Feb. 23 with 61 members and guests in attendance. Rev. Holmes led the Greetings and Announcements.

Prayer requests were shared and Rev. Holmes led the morning prayer. The Adult Choir sang “Gloryland Medley” for special music. Communion was shared and tithes were offered. Rev. Holmes delivered the morning message from Matthew 25:1-13, “It’ll Wait Until Tomorrow, Won’t It?” All were invited to Christian Discipleship. Announcements: Youth group meets on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.; Official Board Meeting, Wednesday, March 5, at 7 p.m.

Serving next Sunday: Darleen McNutt and Linda Wood, Elders; Terry Barnes, Paula Delaney, Joanne Embree, and Linda Riley, Diaconate. Darleen McNutt, Communion Preparer. All are welcome to attend Sunday services.

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Pastor Lin Donnelly

Pastor Lin Donnlley based Sunday worship on Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18 Youth will meet for worship & fell wish Wed Feb. 26, from 6:30-8 p.m.

Many dishes are waiting to be retrieved form funeral dinners. Please check to see if yours might be among the collection.

Everyone is invited for fellowship, coffee and snacks every Sunday before church at 10:15 a.m.

Ash Wednesday begins Wed. March 5, with the Interfaith Lenten breakfast at the Senior Center at 6:30 a.m. Pastor Lin will be doing the devotion.

The Lenten Bible study on Revelation will begin that Wed. from 2-3 p.m.

Every one attending should read Revelations 1-5 to prepare for the study discussion. The study will continue throughout Lent.

Youth and adults will gather for Ash Wednesday services at 6:30 p.m.

Communion will be served and will receive the ash cross to represent penitence.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The City of Madison will hold a public hearing on March 13, 2014, at 6 p.m. at City Hall to discuss the city’s submission of an application for the fiscal year 2014 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The city is interested in obtaining all citizens’ input on community development needs within the city. As part of the hearing process citizens will be asked to verbally assist in the completion of a Needs Assessment document. The document will detail what the residents feel are the strengths and weaknesses of the community. The city needs as much local participation as possible in order to reflect the true desires of the community as a whole, as well as the comments relating to the proposed project application. The State has established a maximum application request for each funding category. Activities that are eligible for funding include the improvement of public works, public facilities, housing rehabilitation, and others allowed by law. The project will serve to remove slum and blighted conditions from the community. No displacement of persons will be proposed.

The city is proposing to demolish approximately 12 dilapidated vacant residential structures throughout the community. The total project cost is estimated at $72,000. The city proposes to contribute $3,000 in cash, $9,000 in-kind labor by city crews, with grant funds estimated to be $60,000. The project, if funded, will benefit remove slum and blight from the community. All citizens are encouraged to attend in order to comment on the proposed activities.

For more information on the proposed project, contact Mayor Kathy Sasek at 660-291-5235.

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2014 Madison C-3 Senior Night

2014 Madison Senior Night: Senior Cheerleader and Softball player Dusty Albertson, daughter of Kimberly and Barry Pilkington.

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2014 Madison Senior Night: Senior Track Member Megan Clampitt, daughter of Beth Clampitt and J.D. Clampitt.

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2014 Madison Senior Night: Senior Cheerleader Samantha Painter, daughter of Randy and Katie Painter.

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2014 Madison Senior Night: Senior Basketball, Softball and Track Team Member Allie Dunkin, daughter of John and Jennifer Dunkin.

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2014 Madison Senior Night: Senior Basketball and Softball Team Member Samantha LeGrand, daughter of Tommy and Jenny LeGrand.

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2014 Madison Senior Night: Senior Trap Shooter Shelby Woods, daughter of Marty and Tina Woods.

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The Madison Grace United Methodist Church held worship Sunday, Feb. 23, which was 7th Sunday After Epiphany.

The Childrens’s Little Sermon was, “The Bible Our Roadmap.,” given by Judi Kramer.

The scripture, Leviticus 19: 1-18 was read by Shelby Arnold.

The special was a solo by Nancy Schofield, “Fill My Cup, Lord.”

Pastor Bonnie Sudsberry’s message was “The Word, Then and Now” based on the scripture, Matthew 5: 38-48.

Monday, March 3, is Adult Bible Study at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 5, Ash Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 5, Administrative Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, March 9, Daylight Savings Time Begins Sunday, March 9, Fellowship Dinner 11:45 a.m.

2014 Madison Senior Night: Senior Softball Player Destinee Clark, daughter of Brian and Debbie Hook and Donald and Tara Clark.

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2014 Madison Senior Night: Senior Basketball, Baseball and Track Team Member Matthew Blake Brown, son of Charles and Pam Unterbrink and Jim and Peggy Brown.

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Friends of Florida to Meet March 9

All members of the Friends of Florida are encouraged to attend the meeting to be held at 2 p.m., Sunday afternoon, March 9, at Grandma’s Country Music .

This is a very important meeting for the group. There is much to discuss including the future of the organization. You are encouraged to invite your friends and neighbors. Anyone in the area interested in history is invited. Please mark your calendars.

The Friends of Florida purposes are to encourage preservation, restoration and development of projects which have to do with the village of Florida and its cultural heritage .

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1st & 3rd Saturdays 3 miles north of Florida, Mo. on Hwy. 107 Guest March 1~ Sam Branstetter (Middletown)

7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.

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The Union Covered Bridge Gobblers We would like to extend a special thank you to all who helped make our banquet possible: new members, current members, guests, and our sponsors and donors.

CORPORATE SPONSOR: Audrain Insurance, Terry Dungan SPONSOR MEMBERS: Monroe County SWCD, Paris Pharmacy (Jason & Katie Dodge), Bruce & Cheri Mills, Jim McPherson, Eugene Durbin, Mike Gibler, Robert Piles, Roger & Betty Wilson, Crop Production Services (Lonnie Wolfe), Mark Taylor, Judge Rachel Bringer Shepherd, Paris Veterinary Clinic, Mac Wilt DONORS: Auctioneer, Scott Martin, Jim’s Sporting Goods (Jim Davis), Championship Sports (Jim Brooks), Shelter Insurance (Russ Thomas), Ron’s Gun & Pawn, Cairo, Spradlin Insulation, Hickman’s IGA, Paris, Casey’s, Paris, Red Leaf Outdoors, Monroe County SWCD, Monroe County Sheriff (David & Heather Hoffman), jac’s Restaurant, Congratulations to our chapter scholarship winner: Samantha Legrand A special thank you to the Madison Community Center for their facility and a wonderful meal. Also, a thank you to ‘The Appeal’ for advertising.

Banquet Committee Members:

Bruce & Cheri Mills, Jamie Ebbesmeyer, Mark Taylor, Mike Gibler, Charlie Gibler Ben & Alice Doerge, Andrew Cummins, Kenny Warbritton, Roger & Betty Wilson

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2014 PARIS R-II SENIOR NIGHT

2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Josey Ball, daughter of Scott and Ann Ball.

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2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Danielle Bounds, daughter of Amber Dunlap and Rient Bounds.

2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Kaylee Callison, daughter of Michelle and Brad Callison.

2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Bryce Ensor, son of Robert and Tami Ensor.

APPEAL PHOTO

2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Jill Nobis, daughter of Brian and Dea Nobis.

APPEAL PHOTO

2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Taylor Redmon, daughter of Michelle Redmon and Stepdad Brad Acton.

2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Lexie Dunham, daughter of David Dunham. Escorted by Jo Reynolds

2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Makenzie Fox, daughter of Cory and Pam Fox. APPEAL PHOTO

2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Rae Graupman, daughter of Cheri and the late Dennis Graupman.

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MEXICO CINEMA Feb. 28 - March 6 The Lego Movie (PG) FRI.-SAT. 3D 2:00 7:00 2D 4:30 9:00 SUN.-THUR. 3D 2:00 7:00 2D 4:30

Monuments Men (PG-13) FRI.-SAT. 2:00 4:30 7:00 9:00 SUN.-THUR. 2:00 4:30 7:00

2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Zane Lockhart, son of Todd Lockhart and Dawn Ragsdale.

Son of God (PG-13) DAILY 2:00 4:30 7:00

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MOVIE LINE 573-581-8383

HAWKINS THEATER 516 E. MAPLE, SHELBINA 573-588-7600

Feb. 28, March 1 & 2 Also 2 PM Sunday

The LEGO Movie 3D

Admission $5.00 PG Digital Is Now Here!

Come early, movie starts at 7 p.m.

2014 Paris R-II Senior Night: Senior Brooke Hunt, daughter of Jason Hunt and Karena Davis.

Congratulations Seniors

Gift Certificates available at the box office and at Community State Bank in Shelbina

Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014

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REAL ESTATE r

HAYHURST REAL ESTATE 23815 Hwy 24 West • Paris, MO www.hayhurstrealestate.com

155 M/L acres in Monroe County between Hwy P and Hwy 24 close to Mark Twain Lake. About half the property is tillable and the other half is woods.

Farm Rights are leased for 2014 crop year at $100.00 per tillable acre. Buyer must continue NRCS Contract on waterways. Asking $3,550 an acre.

Commercial building in Paris, MO just off Main Street. Building has been turned into a Apartment. Apartment offers living room, kitchen, bathroom, and 2 possibly 3 bedrooms. Being sold as-is condition.

625 Bryan Ave., Paris, MO - Brick front home, 4 beds 2.5 bathrooms with attached 2 car garage. Home features nice size living room, Updated kitchen in 2011 with stainless steel appliances, cabinets and granite tile countertops. 2 bathrooms have been updated with new tile, fixtures, and sink vanities with granite countertops. Half bath was put in with a deep sink in the laundry room. This home sits on about an acre and also comes with a 30x50 shop with concrete floors. Half of the shop has been finished into a recreation room and the other half is being used as a two car garage. Price reduced $142,500.

3 M/L open acres for a great building site to place your own home. Water and Electric are at the gravel road. Located on your 3rd gravel road to the right, off Hwy D from Hwy 15. Asking 9,900. In Monroe County.

Sale Pending - 402 Rock Road, Paris - Home offers 3 beds and 1.5 baths on full partially finished basement. 1,116 sqft on main floor offers all 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Wood burning fireplace in the living room. Half bath off the master bedroom. The lower level is 1058 sqft with it being partially finished, family room, laundry & game room. pool table will stay. Outside you will see an amazing back yard from the huge deck with patio, fire pit & hot tub (also included) to the oversized 24x30.5 detached garage with openers & work bench. A 16x16 building with loft, another 20x12 utility shed, dog pen & landscaping galore!

Mark Twain Lake Area • Farms • Residental • Hunting

660-327-1507(Bus.) 573-473-0776 (Cell) Daniel Miller: 573-808-2676 (Cell) e-mail: john@hayhurstrealestate.com

209 N. Main St., Paris, MO 65275

660-327-5193

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Contact your local agent!

VERLE HUGENOT 660-676-4620 Broker Associate RICHARD FREDRICK 660-327-4465 Broker Associate BRANDIE KINNAMAN 573-933-0612 Sales Associate DARREN ADAMS 573-819-1518 Broker/Owner

Aluminum Cans (In 13 Gal. Bags or Larger) 50¢ Per lb.

100# = 55¢ Per lb.

250# = 60¢ Per lb.

(Prices Subject to Change) ALSO BUYING Copper • Brass Aluminum • Scrap Iron Stainless Steel • Auto Batteries

Fusselman’s Salvage Co. Hwy. 24 West • Moberly

660-263-6811• 800-337-6811

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Little Rick’s Plumbing Plumbing • Heating Cooling • Electrical Work Call Little Rick Heitmeyer

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INSURANCE Losing you health care coverage?

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Call Barb Forrest at Forrest and Associates, 660-327-1103 225 N. Main, Paris, Mo.

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POSTED

The land owned or rented by the following are posted against trespassing for the 2012-13 hunting season. The charge is $1.00 per line each week for the season and is to be PAID IN ADVANCE.

Jane Miller Farm (6/6/14) Carl & Roger Ball (11/21/14) Ronald R. Krigbaum (6/6/14) Jerry Bogle Farms (10/31/14)

SERVICES DRY DOCK OPEN Hours: Thursday - Saturday 4:30 - 9 p.m.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED Part-time secretarial position for local business.

Computer and transcription skills essential.

REPLY TO: P.O. Box 9 Paris, MO 65275

BID NOTICE SUMMER MOWING BIDS Madison C-3 School is currently taking bids for summer mowing. Successful bidder must provide certificate of liability insurance. Bids may be sent to Madison C-3 School, ATTN: Mowing Bids, 309 Thomas Street, Madison, MO 65263. The Madison C-3 Board of Education reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Bids will be accepted until 3 p.m., March 5, 2014. EOE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE: Great location in Lake Village, Paris Mo. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, garage and carport, recently updated manufactured home. Wheeler Auctions and Real Estate.

Donnetta Wheeler 660-6764322, Ed Vitt (Broker) 573473-2295..........................7-tfn

FOR SALE NOW CARRYING BIRDSEED: CO-OP Agri-Service, Hwy. 24 W., Paris. .........................................47-tfn GLOVES!!! Stop by and see our new selection of gloves.

Monroe County CO-OP ..........................................46-tfn FOR SALE: Large bales of hay. Call 660-327-4617, 660-327-4787 or 573-7212687...................................7-tfn

SERVICES CHICK DAYS: Will be on Monday, April 14, Cackle Hatchery. Order by March 17 for April 15 or 16 delivery.

660-327-4195....................7-5t

WANTED LOOKING TO RENT OR RENT TO OWN: Three or four bedroom house in Paris.

Contact Heidi at (573) 8235158.....................................7-4t

LOST LOST: Small black goat near 154. Has horns and small white spot on side.

Very friendly. Contact (231) 360-1480 or (573) 7353300.....................................9-1t

CLASSIFIED ADS/LEGALS FOR RENT

APARTMENT FOR RENT: R&R Apartments, 1006 E. Martin, Perry. 1 2- bedroom, water, sewer, trash, lawn care, snow removal. Call Frank or Shelly (573) 565-3392........................tfn

AUCTION COL. JAMES L. JOHNSTON

NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE OF PUBLICATION

The State of Missouri to: Shauna Lee Wheaton (fka Duncan) You are notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is a Motion to Modify Judgement and Decree of Dissolution.

The names of all parties to said action are stated in the caption hereof and the name and address of the attorney for the Respondent/Movant is Gillis C. Leonard, 218 North Clark, Front, Moberly, Missouri 65270.

You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against this action within forty five (45) days after 13th day of February, judgment by default will be rendered against you.

Witness my hand and seal of the Circuit Clerk of Monroe County this 7th day of February, 2014 (seal) Circuit Clerk of Monroe County (signed) Heather D. Wheeler (signed) Pennie Miller, Deputy Circuit Clerk Published on: February 13, 20, 27 and March 6, 2014 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI In Re the Petition of: MAKENZIE KAE MORRIS For a Change of Name to: MAKENZIE KAE FOX Case No.: 14MN-CV00010 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF MONROE STATE OF MISSOURI

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that Makenzie Kae Morris has received an order form the Circuit Court of Monroe County allowing Makenzie Kae Morris to legally change her name to Makenzie Kae Fox. This Order shall take effect after this Notice has been given at least three times in a newspaper published in the county where such person is residing, within twenty days after the order of court is made, and if no newspaper is published in his or any adjacent county, then such notice shall be given in a newspaper published in the city of St. Louis, or at the seat of government. The Order was signed on the 6th day of February, 2014, at DATED this 6th day of February, 2014.

Makenzie Kae Morris, Petitioner WITNESS my hand and seal of said District Court this 7th day of February, 2014 (seal) Circuit Clerk of Monroe County (signed) Heather D. Wheeler Published on: February 13, 20 and 27, 2014

THANK YOU

Thanks for all your calls, thoughts, prayers and acts of kindness since my two recent surgeries. A big special thanks to Rachel and Steve. I could not have gone through this without your help and the hard work you have done to make up for what I’m not able to do now, and the upcoming months.

Auctioneer, Realtor, Appraiser Hwy. 24, Madison, MO

Gary Forbis

660-291-5921 • 800-404-3400

SPRING MACHINERY AUCTION, Saturday, April 12, 10 a.m., 3 Mi. North of Madison, Mo. on Route K. Call now to sell your items: Tractors, all machinery, cars, trucks, campers, boats, tools, etc. Col. James L. Johnston, 573-473-4904 or 800-4043400....................................8-7t

Our heartfelt thanks to Steve and Janis Miller, the Cowboy Church and everyone involved in the pie auction for Our Father’s Closet

Paris Baptist Church Our Father’s Closet

FOUND

FOUND: Gray flip Motorola cell phone. To claim come to Monroe County Appeal, 230 N. Main, Paris, Mo.............9-1t

HELP WANTED DRIVERS: Tired of working for the big companies?

Come to work where everyone knows your name! Benefits after 90 days! 3 yrs OTR exp/Clean MVR req. Call 816421-7895.............................8-2t

MEETING MEETING: Mark Twain Country Club Men’s Golf League Organization Meeting on Thursday, March 6 at Mark Twain Country Club 19th Hole at 6:30 p.m................9-2t

LEGAL IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, AT PARIS, MISSOURI SHAUNA LEE WHEATON (FKA Duncan) Petitioner, v. MICHAEL DENNIS DUNCAN, Respondent/Movant Case No.: CV603-119DR

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NOTICE OF CHANGE OF NAME

On February 6, 2014, the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Missouri, entered judgement in Cause Number 14MN-CV00003, changing the name of Rickie Joe Nesbit to Ricke Garold Nesbit.

WILCOX & WILLIAMS, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW John W. Russell 308 East Walnut P.O. Box 408 Shelbina, Missouri 63468 Telephone: (573) 588-4111 Fax: (573) 588-4256 Attorneys for Petitioner Published on: February 13, 20 and 27, 2014 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN RE THE ESTATE OF: ESTATE NO. 131MN-PR00037 MARY VERNON BROWN, Deceased

NOTICE OF FILING OF STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT AND SCHEDULE OF PROPOSED DISTRIBUTION

In Independent Administration (Section 473.840, RSMo., 1996) TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARY VERNON BROWN, Deceased: You are hereby notified that the undersigned Independent Personal Representative will file a Statement of Account and Schedule of Proposed Distribution in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Missouri, Probate Division on March 21, 2014, or as continued by the Court; that if no objections are filed in the Court within twenty (20) days after the filing of the Statement of Account, the Independent Personal Representative will distribute in accordance with the Schedule of Proposed ,Distribution in the Statement of Account.

You are further notified that: The Independent Personal Representative will petition the Court for an order of Complete Settlement which will be heard on April 15, 2014, being more than twenty (20) days after filing of the Statement of Account, or as continued by the Court, and such Order of Complete Settlement will discharge the Independent Personal Representative from further claim or demand of any interested party.

ELTON W. FAY Independent Personal Representative 11 N., 5th Street Columbia, Mo. 65201 Published on: February 19, 27, and March 5, and 12, 2014

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Monroe County Community for your outpouring of love, prayers and support during Dad’s battle with cancer and since his passing.

We have been overwhelmed by the calls, cards, visits, food and thoughtfulness that has been shown to our family.

May God Bless You,

Sarah Hoffman David, Heather, Kelse, Alex and Jessie Rae Hoffman Kerri, Christian & Caelan Gander Julie, Dan, Raegan and Cooper Helm

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We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including profit-sharing and an opportunity to work in a value-driven environment where you can make a difference. Applications can be picked up at the following address: SPARTAN LIGHT METAL PRODUCTS 2510 Lakeview Road,Mexico, MO 65265 Or e-mail: Kancell@spartanlmp.com Reference in subject line: CDL We are a Drug-Free Equal Opportunity Employer

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COMMUNITY NEWS ZACHARY GILES “ZAC” DAWSON • 1987-2014

Zachary Giles “Zac” Dawson, 26, of Madison died Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2014. He was born Oct. 13, 1987 in Columbia, to Maurice “Gus” and Cindy (Johnson) Dawson, of Madison.

Survivors include his parents, Gus and Cindy Dawson, of Madison, maternal grandparents Wayne and Joyce Johnson, of Moberly (formerly of Madison) and paternal grandparent Darlene Dawson, of Madison.

Aunts and uncles Kathy Demirefe, Chuck and Jackie Barrow, Gillis and Marilyn Leonard, all of Moberly, Mike and Becky Honey of Huntsville, Randy and Michelle Draper of Grain Valley and Mike and Jane Dawson of Madison. Cousins Sean Stith and Trey Barrow of Columbia, Katie Cashel of Moberly, Justin Wright and John Michael

Honey of Huntsville, Michael Draper of Grain Valley, Colleen Dawson of Holiday, Dustin and Bekah Ketchem of Madison, and Olivia and Cameron Stith of Columbia.

Zachary was preceded in death by his grandfather, Bill Dawson and a cousin, Amanda (Stith) Ketchem.

He was loved by all and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Zac was great with children and could often be found holding one or two at family gatherings. He had a heart of gold and was the first to help anyone in need. He was baptized into the Madison Christian Church, worked as a union cement mason and was a former volunteer fireman for the Madison Fire Department.

Memorial contributions to the Zachary

Jim Hoffman, age 67, of Clarence, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2014, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia.

He was born on July 13, 1946, in Centralia, the son of James William and Bessie Lee Hagar Hoffman. On May 9, 1964, he was united in marriage to Sarah Moncrief at the Clarence Methodist Church in Clarence. She survives.

Jim is also survived by his mother-in-law/stepmother, Blanche Hoffman of Clarence; three children, Kerri Gander of Columbia, David Hoffman and wife Heather of Paris, and Julie Helm and husband Dan of St. Louis; seven grandchildren, Christian and Caelan Gander, Kelse, Alex and Jessie Hoffman, Raegan and Cooper Helm; one honorary grandchild, Brooke Chinn; three

brothers, Larry Wayne Hoffman of Moberly, Bill Hoffman of Centralia, and Kenny Hoffman of Clarence; three step-brothers, Grady Moncrief of Clarence, Jimmy Moncrief of Macon, Billy Moncrief of Clarence; one step¬sister, Faye Jennings of Odessa, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Susan Beatty.

Jim was a lifelong member of Clarence Civic Club, founding board member of the Clarence Swimming Pool and a member of Clarence Care Center Board. He was a farmer and the owner and operator of Hoffman (United) Feed Service and was a feed salesman for forty years in Clarence.

Most recently he worked as an Agricultural Consultant for Macon-Atlanta State Bank. Jim attended

Clarence Schools and was a member of the Clarence United Methodist Church. He enjoyed antique tractors and attending the Old Threshers Reunion. Jim was very passionate about his family and he cherished the time he spent with them.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014, at the Clarence United Methodist Church in Clarence, with burial to follow in Maplewood Cemetery in Clarence. Visitation was held at the Greening-Eagan-Hayes Funeral Home in Clarence, from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21, 2014. Memorials may be made to Clarence Care Center, Northeast Old Threshers, Helping Hand of Clarence or Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Online condolences may be made to greeningeaganhayes.com.

Jimmie Hultz, 76 of Holliday, passed away on Thursday evening, Feb. 20, 2014 at Monroe Manor Nursing Home after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Mr. Hultz was born on March 4, 1937 near Shelbina, the son of Albert Roy and Margaret Keith Hultz. He married Bonnie Ann Chambliss on March 11, 1961 in Paris and she survives at the home.

Other survivors include three daughters: Kimberly (Gary) Hamilton of Paris, Brenda (Marty) Stanton of Flat Rock, Ind. and Melissa (John) Vanlandingham of Holliday; five grandchildren, Jessica Perkins and Stephanie Adams, of Paris, Crystal Shannon, Mark Stanton and Ashley Stone, all of Indiana, as well as fourteen greatgrandchildren and five brothers, Lloyd (Robin) Hultz and Joe (Ruby) Hultz, of Mexico, Marvin (Peggy) Hultz, and Casey (Janie) Hultz, of Madison, and Vic Hultz, of Holliday.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Martin Hultz, a sister-in-

law, Becky Hultz and a sister-in-law, Darlene Hultz.

Jimmie lived a very fulfilling life, including serving in the United States Navy aboard the USS Hornet from 1955 to 1957.

He was employed by A.P. Greens for 35 years. He enjoyed spending time with

his family, especially his grandchildren, gardening and mowing his yard.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Monroe County Cancer Supporters, c/o Annette Bell, Paris National Bank, 118 N. Main, Paris, Mo. 65275.

Zachary Giles “Zac” Dawson

Dawson Memorial Fund will be appreciated and can be sent to the Take Care of My Kids Foundation, 1400 East Logan, Moberly, Missouri 65270.

Services honoring and celebrating Zac’s life were held at the Madison Community Center. Committal prayers and burial were in the Sunset Hill Cemetery in Madison. Arrangements

by Cater Funeral Home.

JAMES RUSSELL HOFFMAN • 1946-2014

JIMMIE HULTZ • 1937-2014

Bennett Cole Graupman

Bennett Cole Graupman

Brandon and Becky Graupman are excited to announce the birth of their first child, a son named Bennett Cole born December 3, 2013. He came into the world at 1:32 P.M. weighing 6 pounds and

Henry Gene Kellogg Ben and Nicole Kellogg, Middle Grove, are the proud parents of their second child, a son born at 4:59 p.m., on Feb. 17, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia.

He weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce and was 21 ¼ inches long. He has been named Henry Gene.

Grandparents include William (Buck) and Debbie Young of Moberly, Jeff Kellogg of Madison, and Martina Gadberry of Sul-

livan, Ill. Great-Grandparents include Billy Gene and the late Donna Young of Huntsville, Grace and the late Ralph Dale Pulis of Moberly, Kenneth and Ida Kellogg of St. Charles, Norman and the late Vickie Thomas of Huntsville, Jerry and Janet Bates of Mt. Zion, Ill., Nancy Wilking of Effingham, Ill..

Henry joins one brother, William Cole Kellogg, 1.

11 ounces and was 20 3/4 inches long. Bennett is blessed with grandparents Ralph and Tracy Windmann, of Mexico, and David and Cheryl Graupman, of Perry.

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