Ralls County Herald Enterprise, Oct. 3, 2013 • Week 40

alls County R-II 2013 Homecoming See page 8A...

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Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013

United Way Day of Caring a Success

Oct. 12 - Saverton-Ilasco United Methodist Church is having its annual Ham and Bean Dinner on October 12th, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The menu includes ham and beans, cole slaw, corn bread, cake or pie and a drink, all for $5.00 for an adult and $2.50 for children under 12. There will also be a country store and a silent auction.

Saverton-Ilasco UMC is located at historic Ilasco, MO which is approximately 3 miles south of Hannibal on highway 79 or 6 miles north of Saverton. For more information call 573221-9286.

Oct. 5 - Perry Garage Sales Oct. 4 - Mark Twain High School Homecoming, Parade in Center, 2 p.m.

MARK TWAIN CLASS OF 1973 TO HOLD REUNION

The Mark Twain High School Class of 1973 will be having their 40th Class Reunion on Oct. 5, at The Junction located near Perry,.

Social Hour begins at 5 p.m., with dinner at 6 p.m. For more information or to register, contact Bruce & Cyndy Coleman at 573473-4378 or Rosanne (Webster) Epperson at 573-822-2406. Hope to see you there!

MARK TWAIN CLASS OF 1983 REUNION

The Mark Twain High School Class of 1983 will be holding their 30th Year Class Reunion Oct. 5, at the Quality Inn & Suites in Hannibal. Alumni wanting information, or to register for the event can contact Melissa Cummins at 573-795-4559 or Randy Wisdom at 573-822-2026.

BARNETT FAMILY TO PERFORM OCT. 5

The Barnett Family from Stanton, TN, will be sharing their music ministry at Living Water Ministries, 1235 E Main, Perry. The public is invited to join them on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 7 p.m., and again on Sunday, Oct. 6 at 10:30 a.m.

OTHER MISC. DATES

Oct. 4 - R-II Homecoming Oct.. 5 - Perry All Town Garage Sales.

Oct. 5 - Mark Twain High School Class of 1973 Reunion at the Junction.

Oct. 12 - Center Garage Sales

Inside This Issue...

City/County Directory.....................Page 2A Commentaries..................................Page 2A “Sketches of Early Churches............Page 3A 10th Circuit Court News.................Page 4A Ralls County Sheriff News...............Page4A National 4-H Week.....................Page 6A, 7A Ralls County R-II Homecoming......Page 8A

OBITUARIES Page 5A

Floyd E. Hamilton Age 88

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(Above) Raymond Gaines replaces a ceiling tile at the Forget-Me-Not Senior Center in New London. (Right) Kim Ferguson washes the windows at the Forget-Me-Not Senior Center in New London. Gaines and Ferguson were two of four Pillsbury employees who participated in the United Way Day of Caring on Friday, Sept. 27.

RCHE PHOTOS - Carolyn Trower

What is the United Way Their vision statement envisions a world where all individuals and families achieve their human potential through education, income stability and healthy lives.

Their mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good.

Their goals include: In 2008, United Way initiated a 10year program designed to achieve the following goals by 2018: Improve education, and cut the number of high school dropouts — 1.2 million students, every year — in half.

Help people achieve financial stability, and get 1.9 million working families — half the number of lower-income families who are financially unstable — on the road to economic independence.

Promote healthy lives, and increase by one-third the number of youth and adults who are healthy and avoid risky behaviors.

According to their history, In 1887, a Denver woman, a priest, two ministers and a rabbi recognized the need for cooperative action to address their city’s welfare problems. Frances Wisebart Jacobs, the Rev. Myron W. Reed, Msgr.

William J.O’Ryan, Dean H. Martyn Hart and Rabbi William S. Friedman put their

heads together to plan the first united campaign for ten health and welfare agencies. They created an organization to serve as an agent to collect funds for local charities, as well as to coordinate relief services, counsel and refer clients to cooperating agencies, and make emergency assistance grants in cases which could not be referred. That year, Denver raised $21,700 and created a movement that would spread throughout the country to become the United Way. More than 125 years later, United Way is still focused on mobilizing the caring power of communities and making a difference in people’s lives.

The Perry Musique Club met at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at Patti Grimmett’s studio in Perry. Deb Carey played the guitar and sang “Turn, Turn, Turn” for the prelude. The song was written

by Pete Seger and was one of the most popular songs of the 70’s.

Club members then sang the “Star Spangled Banner” and recited the Pledge of Allegiance and Club Collect.

“Battle Cry of Freedom” was the song of the month. Carolyn Trower narrated and all sang. Carey gave the orientation.

Grimmett gave the treasurer’s report.

Members decided to pay $30.00 dollars dues this year. Minutes from the May meeting were read.

Under new business - members discussed hosting the Monroe City Singers for a performance on Dec. 7 in conjunction with Christmas in Perry. The Oct. 19 meeting will be held at 2 p.m. at South Fork Presbyterian Church.

Musique Club Juniors will provide the program. Grimmett reported on the Fall Board Session that she attended in Co-

lumbia.

Roll call was, “What do you remember about Joni Mitchell?” as an introduction to Grimmett’s program on Mitchell.

Grimmett gave a brief biographical sketch on Mitchell and outlined some of her musical highlights. Carey played guitar and sang, “Both Sides Now,” Mitchell’s biggest commercial hit. Grimmett played guitar and sang “Woodstock,” “Carey,” and “The Circle Game.”

Musique Club Juniors to present Oct. 19 program

LtCol Dale Barnett, a Perry native - promoted On Aug. 30, 2013 Dale E. Barnett Jr. of Perry, was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army.

COL David Batchelor, Director of the Department of Tactics at the Combined Arms Center in Fort Leavenworth, Kan., officiated the ceremony as well as administered the Oath of Commissioned Officers.

LTC. Dale Barnett is a Tactics Instructor for the Command and General Staff Officer’s Course at Fort Leavenworth, KS. LTC Barnett and his wife Kristina Barnett have been assigned to Fort Leavenworth, Kan., since October of 2012 and have one daughter (Mollyanne Elizabeth) and are expecting a son on Nov. 4, 2013. Family in attendance at the ceremony included: Dale and Anne Barnett (Perry), Tom Roselli (Father-In-Law, Center Valley, Pa.), Eric and Julie Bay (Mexico), Bob and Shari Brothers (Vandalia), Ken and TamE. Barnett Sr. (Father) and Kristina Barnett (Wife) pin Lieutenant Colonel my McKenzie (Lansing, Kan.), and Drew Dale shoulder boards to the Army Service Uniform of LTC Dale E. Barnett Jr. and Kathleen Barnett (Moberly).

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by Editor Carolyn Trower I’m on the road a lot, back and forth to work and going to ball games and community events. Like most people today my cell phone is usually within reach. Yesterday I was twenty minutes down the road when I realized I had left it at home. After the first wave of mild panic I opted not to go back.

This isn’t the first time I’ve spent the day without my phone. And I have to admit it’s nice to sometimes be away from the constant demands of that small tyrant. I’m one of those people who can’t let a call go. If I hear it ring I answer. As the ribbon of asphalt hummed beneath me I had to convince myself no one was going to be in an accident or need me for anything.

I know people who think the world is going to end with a giant “Pop!” when everyone connects to their electronic gadgets at the same time. There are articles on the invisible grid that surrounds the earth made of cell phone calls, computer connections and all sorts of faxes and transfers. Music and photos are stored in the benevolent but unseen cloud. My phone is the door to all that, compactly stored in its own little black box.

It was another of those beautiful fall days we’ve been blessed with lately and I went about my business with no calamities. When I returned home about seven hours later there it was, all charged up and ready to go.

Entitlements, Shutdowns and Debt Ceilings - Oh My Government shutdown. Healthcare exchanges. Did anyone not see this coming? All of the finger pointing on the hill isn’t surprising either. As far as the government shutdown goes, let’s not forget that in about two weeks we will be watching an even hotter debate over the debt ceiling. We may not feel the effects of what happened Monday night but if the left and right can’t compromise over the debt ceiling, we will definitely feel those consequences. But hey, that’s two weeks away.

I said last week I didn’t agree with the strategy of Republican’s and I still don’t.

However, having watched hours of television coverage and reading several articles, I can only hope that our elected representatives move forward with individual resolutions from each appropriations committee. That is how budgets are supposed to be passed. Wouldn’t it be great to see this happen? I know the House is planning to move forward in this manner but as of this writing, Harry Reid refuses to consider each individual bill.

As far as the healthcare exchanges go, I tried to log on, but after waiting for two hours to be redirected, I gave up. I understand there is a case going in front of the Supreme Court that challenges the federal government’s right to set up exchanges for states that refused to participate. I haven’t gotten all of the details, but from what I have read, this case is very important to states that opted not to implement their own healthcare exchanges, like Missouri.

I guess what bothers me most about the healthcare bill is that in reality it is just another entitlement. There is already so much fraud with disability and social security that I have to wonder how much more of the tax payer’s money will be wasted on people who don’t need or deserve it, but will get it anyway. One of the biggest flaws in the ACA is that the government is not going to verify income information given by individuals enrolling in it. So anyone can qualify – just don’t tell them how much you really make.

It’s no different than if I found a doctor to treat me for an illness that can be faked – for example manic-depressive, PTSD, IBS and a whole host of others – and then sign up for disability because I just can’t work with my “illness”. This happens every single day. I know people, for each illness I just listed, who faked their illness in order to draw disability. They don’t care if they have to fight to get it, it’s just a big payoff when their check finally comes in. Disability fraud – that’s everywhere and ACA fraud is about to happen. That won’t be as obvious but it will be just as rampant.

And our government is okay with it. The numbers for disability benefits vs. people in the workforce over the past 5 years back me up. Unfortunately, these are all federally funded programs that states have very little control over. I am a big believer in starting here at home with change, but I think that what we need to worry about here in Ralls County is making sure we don’t trend towards the progressive movements we see on both coasts.

I have said in multiple conversations that a lot of what I write about isn’t happening here – not yet anyway. Most movements start on the outer fringes – both geographically and politically and move inward. We must stay informed and remain vigilant – the Midwest will be the last stand before progressives take over the country.

Final thoughts: “I think the best social program is a job.” ~ Ronald Reagan

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Real Fruit Whim Sicle Now that the Healthcare Act has taken root, many (including those who planted the seed) are watching carefully to see what fruit will be produced. Some decry the fact that those who are healthy and maintain their health will carry the burden of supporting those who abuse their bodies. (Many with the support of government entitlements.) But, how different is the Healthcare Law from Social Security? The productive are taxed, may or may not realize any benefit, and yet fund support for many who have never done a day’s work and never will.

Socialism is socialism. It’s become the core of the political system, and shows no signs of receding. In other words, it’s like the weather, you just have to learn to protect yourself from the most adverse features.

Pity the poor unfortunates given the task of explaining the Healthcare Law. If a person is already enrolled in Medicare, you’re good-to-go. If a person has no insurance, no job, and no finances, you’re good-to-go. If you have any income at all, get ready to buy insurance or pay the government “tax.” (As defined by Justice Kennedy.)

No, I’m not going to spend a lot of time discussing Obamacare since it appears to be genetically “Republican Ready.” I do wonder about some of the disparities, Gov. Pat Quinn quotes some figures, and the same person (40-years-old, non-smoker) would pay $11.00 per month more living in Peoria than Chicago. How could Chicago possibly be a healthier environment than Peoria? If everyone must be accepted, why is the cost not the same for the same coverage? (“There’s no reason for it.

It’s just our policy.”)

Speaking of Gov. Quinn, a judge has ruled that he cannot withhold lawmakers’ paychecks for not doing their jobs because their pay cannot be changed while they are serving. (This processing and ruling funding by Illinois taxpayers.) Gov. Quinn is appealing and asking for a stay during appeal on the grounds that salaries are not being changed: just withheld.

Meanwhile, our federal taxes keep funding a legislative “pension mill” with less productivity than a coon dog with sinus trouble. As I write, we’re approaching a partial government shutdown (remember, we’re already in a sequester). The Tea Party wants to de-fund Obamcare (that will happen on its own, but take a few years to run out of funding). The Democrats want to decaffeinate the Tea Party. (I sometimes wonder if there’s not a genetic link between the Tea Party and Ladybird beetles.

Both were introduced to eliminate parasitic pests; but have multiplied rapidly, cause a stink and a stain when stepped on, and are nearly as overwhelming as the parasites.)

In the midst of all this, the brats vent their tantrums on the hand that feeds them by closing parks and reducing other government operations to the operating speed of Congress.

Interestingly enough the sequester included the scare that there would be an infringement on air travel as air traffic control personnel and security checkers were furloughed. The partial government shutdown has promised not to do this.

Lastly, one insurance company (at least) is promoting retirement investment policies. Their slogan: “Retire with enough income to pay yourself to a job you love.”

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In 1953 in Memphis, a young 18 year old Elvis Presley went in to a studio and paid $2.75 to make a demo record of his mother’s favorite song, “My Happiness”.

He did not own a record player, so he went over to Ed Leek, a friend and former classmate, to play the record, didn’t like the sound, and left the record with Leek.

In 1947, Lou Blasco, a musician who worked at Jenkins Music Company, asked his wife Betty to write some lyrics to a tune written by a fellow musician. And write a song she did. “My Happiness” is almost as popular today as it was in 1948, when for the first and last time, a song would be written by local Kansas Citians (Bornie Bergantine, Betty Peterson Blasco) performed by local artists (Jon and Sondra Steele) and recorded at Damon Studios on 14th Street (Vic Damon) and be named the #1 Song of the Year. It has been recorded by four to seven hundred artists since 1978 including Ella Fitzgerald, Pied Pipers, Andrew Sisters, Andy Williams, Fats Domino, and country stars Jim Reeves, Hank Snow, Red Foley, to name a few. Betty became a widow in 1953 and lived and raised her family on royalContinued to page 3

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Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013

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RALLS COUNTY RECOLLECTIONS

A View From the Past “Sketches of Early Churches”

Courtesy of the Ralls County Historical Society

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SALT CREEK. The church of Christ at Salt Creek, Ralls county, Mo., was organized October 29th, 1836,

by Elder S.E. Jones, at the residence of Roland Keithley. The names of the charter members were: Jacob Rowland, Nancy Rowland Roland Kiethly [sic] Harriet Kiethly [sic], Thomas Bowles, Elizabeth Bowles, Henley Hayden, Frances Shehoney, James Shehoney, Clarissa Shehoney, John Barnard, Frances Fuqua, Davis brothers, Hannah Hostetter. Thomas Bowles and Henley Haden were the first elders. James Glasscock and James Fuqua were subsequently also elected elders, and acted in that capacity up to the time of their death. Subsequently Matt. F. Buchanan and George R. Thompkins were elected and are still in office. The following ministers have served the church since its organization: Sandy E. Jones, J.P. Lancaster, Greenup Jackman, L. Hatchitt, J.J. Errett, Jacob Creath, G. Waters, Timothy Ford, L.B. Wilkes, W.H. Hopson, H. Thomas, S.P. Johnson, W.S. Patterson, Jacob Hugley, R.L. Lotz, H.F. Davis, brother Cook, John B. Corwine and brother Catch.

Yours, Matt. F. Buchanan.

Ariel Church was organized in the spring of 1871, by Elder Samuel P. Johnson. Its regular preachers have been as follows: S.P. Johnson, H.F. Davis, W.G. Surber, J.D. Dillard, W.T. Sallee.

This note is furnished by H.F. Davis. *New London, Mo., March 11th, 1886.

Brother Hugley: - My dear sir: - In reply to yours of the 18th Inst., I report – that the Christian Church at New London was organized in May, A.D. 1838, by brother Levan and J.P. Lancaster, with eight members all of whom have been (I believe) gathered home. My first acquaintance with the church and its members was in 1852. They were then holding their meetings in the old Courthouse (near where the present one stands), and was preached to by old father Thomas Allen and Dr. Hopson. As the church record (as you know) has been very poorly kept, or not kept at all, I may fail to mention some who have preached for the congregation and am not altogether sure that I give them in their proper order. Of course I go no farther back than my own memory – but may say that Sandy E. Jones and old brother George Waters and Brother Creath, have each preached to the church here. Since 1852: Dr. W.H. Hopson, J.J. Errett, Dr. W.D. Jourdan, Alpheus Brown, S.P. Johnson, W. Pattison, S.P. Lucy, G.H. Laughlin, Jacob Hugley, B.H. Smith, W.H. Cook, J.J. Keathcart, J.B. Corwine. Hoping that this will give you some of the information sought, and wishing you and yours health and prosperity I am, Respectfully and fraternally, L.B. Woodson. *Omitted from Ralls County history.

Halloween Walk Oct. 18, 19

It’s that time of year again when the Indian Creek Campground at Mark Twain Lake is invaded by a full cast of creepy characters! The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is proud to announce the return of the Annual Halloween Walk.

On both Friday October 18th & Saturday October 19th, everyone is invited to check out this year’s best decorated campsites.

This is a great chance for the little ones to “sharpen their trick-or-treating skills” or for the older ones to come see what all the excitement is about. Everyone is invited to come in costume and don’t forget your flashlight!

In an effort to help reduce congestion on Saturday the 19th of the event, the Fox and Eagle Point loops will be closed to drive through traffic starting at 4 p.m. until 9 p.m.

This will also provide the younger trick-or-treaters

a chance to come out in the daylight in somewhat less scary conditions as well. The loops will be closed to traffic at 6-9 p.m., on Friday the 18th of the event, to accommodate those trying to set up on Friday before the event as well as visitors just getting off work.

Change for 2013: The Mark Twain Lake Chamber of Commerce will be charging an admission fee of $5.00 per vehicle for each night of the event to help provide park visitor safety services for the event and other incidental expenses related to the event. The charge will be applicable to the hours of the event each night (Fri. Oct. 18 from 6-9 p.m., and Sat. Oct. 19 from 4-9 p.m.)

Only registered campers who have paid a camping fee and show their correlating white hang tag will be exempt from this charge. The

charge will not be taken at the fee booth but rather at the entrance to the East Campground, where the majority of the event takes place. Having exact change upon approaching the event will help expedite wait time and reduce long lines at the entry point.

The Indian Creek Campground is located south of Monroe City.

Take Highway 24 south out of Monroe City and take a left onto State Road HH. Follow the signs to spooky fun! All reservable campsites have been reserved but non-reservable sites will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis in person only. If you need additional information about the event, please contact the Mark Twain Lake Project Office at 573-735-4097 or email us at marktwaininfo@usace.army.mil

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“Then go get som’n t’eat. I done et.” “Anything left I can feed my dog?” He tossed the rope on the woodpile and stretched his tired muscles.

“Feed her tonight.” Uncle Jesse shoved another piece of wood into the saw and the whine was so shrill that he had to shout above it to be heard. “But she’s hungry.”

The old man turned from his work and spoke solemnly: “Never feed a grown dog but once’t a day. Always at night.

Dogs want to sleep after they done et.” “Sleep if she wants to. Ain’t going out this evening.” Evening meant afternoon. “Believe I would, if it was me.” Uncle Jesse began stacking the wood he had cut. “Believe I’d stay with it.”

Skeeter moved to help him.

“Sort of figured on sticking around here and helping you out.” “You stay with your job and I’ll stay with mine.” Uncle Jesse looked up at the sun and knew that the saw would be in the shade in about an hour and that pleased him. “You run the dog and I’ll run the saw.” The boy told Lady to lie down and stay with Uncle Jesse and she did, choosing for herself a nice cool spot in the shade of the woodpile.

“Stay right there,” Skeeter said. “Be back t’reckly.” He went into the cabin and Uncle Jesse watched him through the door and then looked down at the dog. “You learn fast,” he said to her. “Got sense enough to get in the shade and to stay put where he says.” She pricked up her

ears and watched him and he, too, knew that she had been disciplined before, that she had had another master.

He reached down and lifted a heavy piece of wood and grunted as he did so, and Lady tilted her head at him and chuckled. Uncle Jesse hurled his burden from him and scowled down at her. “What’s so blamed funny? Me in the sun and you in the shade. Me sawing and you resting.” He picked up the lighted piece of wood that was within reach and shoved it into the saw, muttering to himself and again Lady tilted her head and chuckled. Skeeter came out of the cabin and buttermilk was on his upper lip and Uncle Jesse said to him, “Wipe your mouth.” He wiped it on his sleeve and then Uncle Jesse said, “Did you find enough t’eat?” “Yes sir. Them cold potatoes that Aunt Bonnie Dew sent us and some buttermilk.”

He sat down in the shade by Lady and scratched her back and behind her ears. “Reckon I better get on back to the woods.” “Reckon you should.”

“Sort of tired, though.” “Me, too.” Uncle Jesse slicked the sawdust from his sweaty hands and wished the sun would hurry behind the water oak that would throw shade across the saw. “Want yourself a bird dog, so stay with it.”

“Ever’ day?” “Ever’ day. From can ‘til can’t. From itch to ache. Only way to train a bird dog. Stay with it ever’ day.”

The boy lifted the crop and slung it over his shoulder and

Jack Remembers

walked away and the dog followed him and they went back to the swamp and the lessons began all over again-“Heel, Lady. Heel.” By mid-afternoon Skeeter was so tired he sought a log deep in the shade and sat down and drooped his head to his chest and closed his eyes. Lady was tired, too, and she curled at his feet and they both rested and then suddenly she tilted her nose and leaped to her feet and was away, ripping toward the river despite his commands that she return.

He ran after her and then he heard the chicken squawking and when he found his dog she was eating a big fat Dominecker hen. The boy was horrified. The chicken belonged to the Watsons and had got across the river somehow and Lady had smelled it from afar.

The boy snatched the chicken from her and beat her across the nose with it. He looked around carefully to be sure nobody had seen the incident and he got a stick and dug a hole in the muck and buried the evidence deep and pulled a log over it. No one must know that she had killed the chicken. A chicken-killing dog, like an egg-sucking dog, could not live in the swamp, for any man had the right to shoot a chicken-killer or an egg-sucker. The Watsons might never miss the chicken and even if they did they would have no idea what had happened to it. Nevertheless, the boy was scared.

To be continued

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ties from the song. In 1958, it was a huge hit for Connie Francis and Betty paid off her mortgage. In 1986, 9 years after Elvis’ death, Ed Leek released the demo record he had kept for 33 years.

Betty’s son, who lives in Blue Springs, told me those 80 words his mother wrote in 1947 had provided the Blasco family with royalties for 65 years.

For the past 16 years, I have written 320,000 words, and the only time I have had a chance to make any money was when a guy offered to pay me if I would quit writing.

Jack can be reached at PO Box 40, Oak Grove, MO 64075 or jackremembers@aol. com. Visit www.jackremembers.com

RALLS COUNTY EMERGENCY E-911 RALLS COUNTY E-911 BOARD NEW LONDON, MO 63459 Request for Proposal of Bids: The Ralls County Missouri E-911 Board of Directors will be accepting proposals to provide public safety dispatch services for Ralls County residents and businesses.

Sealed proposals need to be marked “Contract E-911 Public Safety Dispatch Services” mailed to P.O. Box 446, New London MO 63459. And will be accepted until 12 p.m.

October 8, 2013.

Proposals will be opened in the 911 meeting room at the Ralls County 911 Office located on Hwy. 19 on October 8, 2013 at 7 p.m.

• Bidding is for a 12 month contract.

• Proposal must demonstrate that the provider meets the minimum qualifications of enhanced wireless Phase II PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point).

• The proposal must include dispatching for Emergency and Non-emergency calls.

• The proposal needs to include dispatching for Associated Ralls County entities: Ralls County Sheriff ’s Office, Ralls County Ambulance, Marion County Ambulance (Locations in Ralls County), Van-Far Ambulance, Ralls County Electric Cooperative, Ralls County Health Department, REC Management, MO State Hwy Patrol, MO State Water Patrol, US Army Corps of Engineers, MO Department of Conservation, New London Fire Department, Center Fire Department, Perry Fire Department, Hannibal Rural Fire Department, New London Police Department, Perry Police Department, Center Police Department • The agency must have the ability to connect their dispatch workstations to a Window Remote Desktop session using remote desktop protocol.

• A broadband Internet connection is required to ensure a smooth operation.

• Agency employees must use LAWMAN CAD/RMS within the remote desktop environment to enter incidents for all law enforcement agencies within Ralls County.

Lawman must be in real time. Fire and EMS incidents may be maintained within LAWMAN as well, or may be otherwise maintained using the agency’s existing records system.

Ralls County 911 currently has a Zetron IP Dispatch Station A new State IP System Positron System Connection to Repeaters (Radio): Ralls Fire, Ralls EMS, Hannibal Rural Fire, Fire Mutual Aid, Point to Point, Sheriff Network, Lawman Mutual Aid, Marion Ambulance • Mules The proposal must meet all Missouri State Highway Patrol criteria and requirements and also maintain files and warrants also as per Missouri Highway Patrol.

• All dispatchers must be trained and certified in: APCO, CPR, Mules, Emergency Medical Dispatcher, EMD reviews must be completed, EMD Director as required The Board reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids and waive technicalities and/or any irregularities therein. The Board further reserves the right to award a contract to that bidder whose proposal best serves the interests of the Emergency 911 in the sole discretion of the Board.

4A Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013

The Ralls County Herald-Enterprise

NEIGHBORS The Top 10 Reasons to JOIN 4-H The school year is now going strong and are you still looking for a new opportunity? If yes, then you are in luck! It is the new 4-H year! It is the time to join 4-H and begin many new experiences. The top 10 reasons for joining 4-H are: 1. You will have lots of FUN!!

2. Develop skills to succeed in life.

3. Become a community leader.

4. Learn to care for and make decisions about the environment.

5. Meet youth from across the state, country and world.

6. Participate in county, state, national and international events.

7. Learn life skills: such as woodworking, cooking, robotics, sewing, animal science, leadership, arts & crafts, public speaking, and much, much more.

8. Make friends for a lifetime.

9. Explore yourself and your community.

10. Spend quality time with your family.

If any of these things interest you, then 4-H is the organization for you. Missouri 4-H is about 4-H clubs but there’s lots more! It’s about young people making new friends and memories while preparing to be future leaders - from both rural and urban areas! 4-H is part of the University of Missouri Extension and is publicly supported by county, state and federal governments.

Private resources, both human and financial, are used to enrich the learning experiences of youth and adults.

You must be between the ages of 5-18 years of age to belong. You must be willing to attend a monthly club meeting with a parent. A goal of our organization is to create an environment where young people are valued, contributing members to their communities. 4-H programs empower youth to reach their full potential while working and learning in partnership with caring adults.

There are five clubs located in the county for you to join. There is one in Center, one in Perry, one in New London, and two located in the Vandalia area. If you want to find out more contact the Ralls County Extension Office at 573-985-3911 or email: rallsco@missouri.edu.

New London Police Report Sept. 14 through Sept. 20 09-14 Report of a dog at large 09-17 Assist on an interview at the Child Advocacy Center with DFS Assist R.C.S.O. with a disorderly subject at Dr. Tucker’s Office in Center Assist R.C.S.O. with Traffic stop on Hwy 19 09-18 Report of a possible disturbance on Mont Robe Dr ( Juvenile problem) 09-19 Assist R.C.S.D. with a traffic stop 09-20 Check on possible C & I driver on Hwy 61 Assist R.C. with a suspicious vehicle on Rte F Took subject into custody on a R.C. Warrant

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State of Missouri v Marsha Smith, New London, Case No. 13RLCR00157. Defendant is charged with operating a vehicle with no valid driver’s license. Defendant is ordered to pay all court costs totaling $104.50 and pay a fine of $25.00.

State of Missouri v Jody Brooke Kelley, New London, Case No. 12RL-CR00216. Defendant is charged with DWR/DWS. Defendant is ordered to pay all court costs totaling $104.50 and pay a fine of $300.00.

State of Missouri v Sarah A. Ardrey, New London, Case No. 13RLCR00076-01. On June 12, 2013, Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Robert E. Rapp amends the charge to Class C felony of 2nd degree assault upon a law enforcement officer. Defendant is ordered to pay $46.00 pursuant to Chapter 595, RSMo, and $375.00, pursuant to Chapter 600, RSMo. Defendant is to pay court costs. Defendant is placed on supervised probation for five years.

State of Missouri v David A. Maldonado, Hannibal, Cause No. 12MR-CR00768-01. On June 11, 2013 defendant is charged with Class B felony of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute or deliver or sell. Defendant is ordered to pay $68.00 pursuant to Chapter 595, RSMo and $625.00 pursuant to Chapter 600, RSMo. Defendant is ordered to serve a term of 100 months (9 years 4 months) in the Missouri Department of Corrections. Probation is denied.

State of Missouri v Timothy M. Brokes, Hannibal, Cause No. 13MR-CR00155-01. On June 11, 2013 is charged with Class C felony of possession of controlled substance in violation of Section 195.202.

Defendant is ordered to pay $46.00 pursuant to Chapter 595, RSMo, and $375.00 pursuant to Chapter 600, RSMo. Defendant assessed costs of this action. Defendant is ordered to serve five years in the Missouri Department of Corrections and recommends placement pursuant to Section 217.362, Long Treatment Program.

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School Sweep On Friday Sept. 27, The Ralls County Sheriff ’s Office in cooperation with Jake Moss, Principal of the Mark Twain Senior High School conducted an unannounced sweep of the High School property for narcotics and contraband.

At approximately 9 a.m., the school announced a code yellow lock down of all students and personnel on the school intercom. The school also notified all parents via their emergency notification system of the operation.

During this time, with the assistance of K-9 law enforcement dogs from Hannibal Police Department, Monroe City Police Department and Pike County Sheriff ’s Office, a search of the school property was conducted. The search included all lockers, school bags and vehicles in the parking lot.

As a result of the K-9 search, no contraband or illegal narcotics were located.

Also assisting during the operation were members of the New London and Perry Police Departments.

The Sheriff’s Department would like to thank all those agency’s who assisted during the operation and commend the staff of the Mark Twain High School for their ongoing efforts to keep the High School safe and Drug Free.

Although no narcotics or contraband were located during the operation it did re-enforce to the faculty and student body the school and Sheriff’s Office zero tolerance policy towards drugs within our schools.

Tire Dumping In May 2013 the Ralls County Sheriff ’s Office was advised of several incidents of old tires being dumped in numerous locations within Ralls County.

During an approximately two month investigation there were several investigative leads provided to law enforcement from citizens that directly resulted in charges being filed and arrests being made of three subjects.

As of Sept. 6, 2013 all three subjects have pled guilty to charges of Criminal Disposition of Solid Waste in the Ralls County Circuit Court. As a result the following sentences were imposed by the court: 1) Lester D. HIRNER, of Hannibal MO, 4 years Department of Corrections and a $10,000.00 fine.

2) Michael R. HIRNER, of Hannibal MO, 7 years Department of Corrections 3) Dustin SMITH, of Hannibal MO, 4 years Department of Corrections (Suspended Execution of Sentence) 5 years supervised Probation.

The Ralls County Sheriff ’s Office remains dedicated to investigate all incidents of illegal dumping within Ralls County and will pursue criminal charges against anyone involved in illegal dumping.

Any person who witnesses, has any knowledge or information regarding illegal dumping within Ralls County are urged to contact the Ralls County Sheriff’s Office immediately at 573-985-5611.

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On the days indicated, the Ralls County Commissioners including Presiding Commissioner Robert L. See, Eastern District Commissioner R. C. Harlow, Western District Commissioner Steven H. Whitaker and Ralls County Clerk Ernest E. Duckworth met in regular session. Besides approving their regular minutes the commissioners accomplished the following: Monday, Sept. 23 - The Ralls County Commission discussed general road maintenance; The Ralls County Commission signed checks and warrants as listed in the warrant registry; The Ralls County Commission met with Michael Purol of PSBA Engineering in regards to the Courthouse repairs.

Michael had some change orders for the Commission to look over and approve; The Ralls County Commission met with Bill Bowman and Brian Reed in regards to their internet on the lap top computer when they are out at meetings and in the field. RC Harlow made the motion to let them get the internet service on their lap top computer. Steve Whitaker seconded the motion. The vote went as follows: RC Harlow - yes, Steven Whitaker - yes Thursday, Sept. 26 - The Ralls County Deputy Clerk designated Steven H. Whitaker as Acting Presiding Commissioner, in the absence of Robert L. See, Presiding Commissioner in accordance with Missouri Revised Statutes 49.070.

The Ralls County Acting Presiding Commissioner, Steven H. Whitaker called the adjourned meeting to order with the following members present: RC Harlow, Eastern District Commissioner and Kristal G. Hiner, the Ralls County Deputy Clerk.

The Ralls County Commission read and approved the minutes of the Sept. 23, meeting.

The Ralls County Commission discussed general road maintenance.

Center Elementary cookbooks are hot off the press and may be purchased at: Center City Hall, Perry City Hall, Ralls County Library, Center Elementary

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ADM/Center Elevator CORN: Cash - $5.13, N/C - $4.49 WHEAT: Cash - $5.75 BEANS: Cash -$15.09, N/C - $13.66 RALLS COUNTY REAL ESTATE AUCTION Friday, October 25 • 10 a.m.

AUCTION LOCATION: New London Lions Club at New London, Mo. PROPERTY LOCATIONS: Tract 1 & 6: From Hannibal go 2 miles south on Hwy. 61 to Trabue Lane, turn right to tracts on right.

Tracts 2, 7, 8 & 9: From Hannibal go 1 1/2 miles south on Hwy. 61, accessed off southbound Hwy. 61 Tract 3: is 1 mile south of Hannibal on Hwy. 61 to Hwy. HH, turn right go west 6/10 mile to Dove Ridge Road, turn left and go south 1/2 mile to end of road.

Tract 4: From Hannibal take Hwy. 61 south 2 miles to Trabue Lane, turn right and go 3/4 mile west to Cross Creek Drive, turn right go 1/4 mile to Oak Brook Road, turn right and go to end of road to the farm.

Tract 5: From Hannibal take Hwy. 61 south 2 miles to Trabue Lane, turn right and go 3/4 mile west to Cross Creek Drive, turn right go straight to the end of the road.

PROPERTY VIEWING: Sunday – October 13 • 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Auction representatives will be available at Tract 6 140.47+/- Acres Offered in 9 Tracts in T56N, R5W, Section 11. Ralls County Missouri with 89.46 acres Tillable - Tracts are from 3.0 acres to 54.7 acres Tract 1: 16.1 Acres, all open, some woods.

Tract 2: 54.7 Acres 50% open a wooded draw and pond.

Tract 3: 21.8 Acres, all open.

Tract 4: 20.8 Acres, open, some woods.

Tract 5: 11.4 Acres, wooded, some open areas & a pond.

Tract 6 (Boling Home Place): 3 Acres with 2 story frame house, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage, a 40’ x 90’ Butler all metal building.

Tract 7: 2.93 Acres, open, some trees.

Tract 8: 6.13 Acres, some open and some woods, has frame 2 story split foyer style house with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, walk-out basement Tract 9: 3.61 Acres, wooded across the front and open in the back.

METHOD OF SALE: We will sell tracts 1 thru 5 by the acre using the choice method allowing the successful bidder the privilege of taking individual tracts or combination of 1 – 5 or all of them.

Then we will sell tracts 6 thru 9 individually on a stand alone basis.

REAL TIME INTERNET BIDDING: Real time online bidding will be available thru BidSpotter.com Rural water is supplies by the Ralls County Public Water District phone 593-221-6615. Water is currently along Cross Creek Drive and Oak Brook Road and is part way along Dove Ridge Road.

Accurate Land Title and John Briscoe are handling the title work and closing, phone 573-221-1002 TERMS: 10% Down sale day with balance do in 30 days or less.

Possession given at closing subject to current farm tenant rights.

There is no tenancy in either house. Seller will pay the seller’s portion of closing costs and title insurance.

Seller: CTPI, LLC For more information please contact Charlie Nordwald 636-795-4552.

Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013

The Ralls County Herald-Enterprise

The Church at Ariel

Pastor Tim Sanders

When the Tares Spring up In the parable of the tares found in Matthew 13:24 Jesus speaks of sowing good seed in his field but having tares spring up so thick that they become entwined with the wheat/ We stand in such a field where the tares almost seem to shade us out, but still the Master is the one doing the tending.

He says let both grow together until the Harvest. Then I’ll separate wheat from tares.

The question is, will you be found on the tare pile ready to be burned or gathered up in the Master’s barn. (The Good Seed!)

The field is the world; the good seed the seed the sons of the kingdom; the tares the sons of the wicked one; the enemy who sowed them the devil; the harvest the end of the age; the reapers the angles.

He who sows the good seed is the Son of Man. Prayer: Thanks, lord, for the wisdom found in this parable for the days when the tares spring up.

The Church at Ariel (Ariel Christian) is located in Ralls County off Highway A 1.5 miles west of Salt River Bridge on Ariel Lane. Follow the signs. Services are 10:30 a.m.

NL First Christian

Pastor Tom Day

Worship services at New London First Christian on Sunday, Sept. 29, began with the choir singing “This Is the Day.” Pastor Tom Day welcomed all and made announcements.

Tom Flowerree and Connie Ballard sang “How Long Has It Been?” for the prelude.

Hymn of praise, “Blessed Assurance,” followed the call to worship and the responsive reading. The invocation was given and the Lord’s Prayer was said in unison. Pastor Day’s youth moment was “God Gives Choices to Choose.” The worship hymn was “We Have Heard a Joyful Sound.”

Joys and concerns were heard. Prayers are asked for the family of Mildred Betz. Prayers were also asked for Harry Musgrove (hospital), Vernon Murphy, Ruth Baker, Gene Cole, Betty Schoeneman, the family of Leland Eddy and all those who are unable to worship with us today. Silent and pastoral prayers were followed by choral response. Guests today were Mr. and Mrs. Austin Nash. On October 6 the Second Christian Church will be our guests. Luncheon will follow the service.

The meditation and words of institution were given in preparation for Holy Communion. “Sweet Hour of Prayer” was the communion hymn. Elder Mildred Serbin offered prayer. Serving were Tim Zedialis, Becky Jarman, Pat Gibbs and Jim Quinlin, Jr. The offertory sentence, receiving of the tithes and offerings, doxology and prayer of dedication followed.

Scripture was from Genesis 3:1-7. God’s message was “This I Believe: I Have Chosen to Be a Sinner.” The hymn of invitation was “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus.”

Benediction, the choral response and postlude closed the service.

Linda Flowerree and Karyl Silvey were greeters. Chloe and Taylor Simms lit the candles. Karyl Silvey and Dorothy Quinlin prepared communion.

The thought for the day is, “Commit thy way to the Lord: Trust also in Him and He shall bring it to pass.” Psalm 37:5

South Fork Presbyterian Pastor John Grimmett The Sunday, Sept. 29 Homecoming Celebration service at South Fork Presbyterian Church began with Patti Grimmett playing “How Great Thou Art” on the piano followed by The South Fork Band performing “Higher Ground” with Pastor John, Patti, Amanda, and Abby Grimmett, Karen Miller, Susie McGee, and Earl and Sharon Sweitzer.

The congregation then sang “Leaning On the Everlasting Arms” and “Blest Be the Tie That Binds”.

“Joyful Sound” Brenda Duncan and Diane Hickman, sang “God is Good” and “We’re in Father’s House”.

Debbie Carey and Patti then sang “Old Time Medley” with another performance “Sweet By and By” by the South Fork Band.

Prayer was held for Debbie Jones; Roger Moser; Reese Flick; Billie and Penny Cearley; Bryan Carey; Amy; Bill McGee; John Rown; Carolyn Pearson; Shane; Doris Rosson; Kenny Dowell; Cindy Duley; persecuted churches around the world; our military and our leaders. Happy Birthday was sung to Pastor John and Martha Hill.

Praises to all our past and present visitors for our Homecoming Celebration.

The message “The House of the Lord” where we are all one in Christ Jesus; He loves everyone... God calls us to help Jesus do His work... the 23rd Psalm - heaven is a place of unimaginable joy! We belong to God for our eternal destiny - think about now... in this world of sin. In Ephesians people from all walks of life were called to follow Jesus - He embraced everyone as one big family - salvation is God’s idea - trust God! God created us and He saves us! Jesus is bringing us together to praise God. Christ preached peace to everyone...God is building a home, a household here and now!

You are chosen by God - tell others... there are marbles and grapes, marbles are separate, but grapes are a bunch, a cluster, joined together by the vine, God... our identity in Jesus Christ. Faith - Hope - Love - you are on eagles’- wing go spread the news.

Patti played “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” as everyone retired to Roth Hall for a lovely Sunday morning brunch and fellowship with songs by “Joyful Sound”.

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

OBITUARIES AND CHURCH NEWS Olivet Christian Church Obituaries ✝ Rev. Drew Sutor

Sandy Thies opened Sept. 22 services by welcoming everyone and making the announcements. Pictures for the church directory will be taken on Nov. 5 and 6. You do not have to be a member. Jim Brown, Jim Peters and Mildred Betz were added to the prayer list. Those celebrating birthdays this week are Lisa Peterson’s mother and Emily Wisdom.

Rev. Drew Sutor began the worship service with the responsive Call to Worship. He followed this with the children’s message. Rev. Sutor then led the silent, pastoral and Lord’s prayers. The opening hymn was “The Solid Rock.” Rev. Sutor read the Old Testament scripture from Psalms and the New Testament scripture from Luke.” The next hymn was “Amazing Grace.”

Rev. Sutor’s message was titled “A Terrible Parable.”

This parable was about the dishonest steward. Jesus was talking to his disciples. The rich man praised the dishonest manager. You cannot serve God and wealth.

Jesus says to go after the kingdom of God with all your heart. What is important is what we need to work for.

The communion hymn was “Break Thou the Bread of Life.” Linda Peters gave the elder’s prayer. The deacons serving were Bethany Clarkson, John Palmer, Larita Poage and Faye Whitaker. The closing hymn was “What a Day that will Be.” Worship services are held at our church every Sunday at 9 a.m. with church school immediately following. Our church is located at the corner of Hawkins and North Foster in Center and all are welcome.

NL Second Christian

Rev. M. Faye Vaughn

God, through Jesus Christ, is the center of our lives. Sunday, September 29th, worship service opened with prayer and congregational hymn “O How I Love Jesus.” Sister Thelma Fugate welcomed everyone and read announcements, Elder JoAnn Allison offered our call to worship reading scripture from the book of Psalm followed by our affirmation of faith. Celebration hymn “Praise Him! Praise Him!” was followed by Elder Billie F. Burton offering morning prayer and the coral response. Scriptures readings; Sister Thelma Fugate read 1 Timothy 6:6-19 and Sister Linda K. Burton read Psalm 146.

Elder Allison’s offertory scripture reading was from Luke 6:29 followed by offertory prayer and the doxology. The morning message “In His Presence” was offered by Elder Vivian Hawkins.

Elder Hawkins spoke about the Seven (7) Calls of Christ: Seek Matthew 6:33; Think - Philippians 4:8-9; Walk - Colossians 1:10; Lead - Psalm 16:8-9; Live - 1 Peter 1:13-16; Follow - Philippians 3:12-13 and Keep - Hebrews 12:1-2. We’re all encouraged by a leader who stirs us to move ahead, someone who believes we can do the task he has given and who will be with us all the way. God is that kind of leader. He knows the future, and His plans for us are good and full of hope. As long as God, who knows the future, provides our agenda and goes with us as we fulfill His mission, we can have boundless hope. This does not mean that we will be spared pain, suffering, or hardship, but that God will see us through to a glorious conclusion.

The message was followed by hymn of invitation “I Surrender All,” communion hymn “Let Us Break Bread Together,” before departing to the YMCA in Hannibal for baptism, where the morning worship service was concluded.

“The Lord is always with us!”

FFA Fruit Fundraiser

The Mark Twain FFA fruit fundraiser has started. Please see an FFA member or call Mrs. Davis at 267-3397 to place your order. All profits go to FFA activities and events. Thank you for your support!

New London Forget-Me-Not Senior Citizens Friday, Oct. 4

Loin and dressing, potatoes and gravy, green beans, carry in dishes and desserts, coffee and tea Carry outs are available Donations are accepted in the canisters on the tables! Everyone, regardless of age, is welcome to eat at Senior Citizens.

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Lunch 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Daily Deli Meat and Cheese Sliced until 9 p.m.

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Floyd E. Hamilton 1924-2013

Floyd E. Hamilton, 88, of Frankford, passed away, Sept. 24, 2013, at Country View Nursing Facility, in Bowling Green.

Floyd was born Nov. 12, 1924 in Hannibal, to Harry E. and Lottie May Epperson Hamilton.

He married Margie Irene Riechard in Auxvasse, on Aug. 7, 1949. She survives Other survivors include two sons; Steven E. (Debby) Hamilton and their son Eric E. Hamilton, of Frankford, and Donald W. (Marilyn) Hamilton, of Bowling Green, and their sons, Dustin M. (Courtney) Hamilton and Andrew C. Hamilton, two brothers; Dean (Linda) Hamilton, of Frankford, and John (Edie) Hamilton of Hannibal.

Also surviving are Floyd’s in-laws; Lilie Ann (Robert) Galloway, of Hannibal, and Donald (Katherine) Riechard, of Georgia, and numerous nephews, nieces, great nephews, great nieces, and other relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, in-laws Ed and Margaret Riechard, brothers Jerd, Dale, and Harold Hamilton, and sister Helen Ruth Hamilton Pressler.

Floyd was a lifelong farmer in the Frankford area, except during the time he was in the Marines during World War II. During the war he fought in the battle of Iwo Jima and received the Purple Heart.

For 17 years he was also a bus driver for Bowling Green R-1 School District, serving from the Frankford campus. He and his family have been very active members in the Frankford Presbyterian Church, where he has served as an elder, trustee, and past high school Sunday School teacher.

His vocation and interests centered around farming, helping his sons with gardening and other projects, visiting with family, friends and neighbors, and helping others. He was an especially supportive father and grandfather, as well as

Floyd E. Hamilton

helping other family and friends in need. He loved helping little kids and had a special place in his heart for the kids on his school bus route.

Graveside services and Burial with full Military rites by Bowling Green V. F. W. was at 4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 29, at Frankford Fairview Cemetery, in Frankford. Joe Siefkas, officiated.

Visitation will be from 1-3 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 29, at Frankford Presbyterian Church, in Frankford. The James O’Donnell Funeral Home, in Hannibal, was in charge of the arrangements.

The family requests no flowers, but would appreciate cards and letters for their mother Margie.

Memorials may go to the Frankford Presbyterian Church or Central Missouri Honor Flight in care of the James O’Donnell Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be made at www.jamesodonnellfuneralhome.com

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Phone: 573-985-3420 Fax: 660-327-4847 Email: rche@tds.net (same) 404 S. Main St. New London

Thank you to everyone that worked so hard to make the MOCHIP event a success Saturday.

Thanks to the Centerette members Jewell Zamzow, Joann Neuschafer, Larita Poage, Raylyn Stuart, Fay Whitaker, Phyllis Hart and Connie Poage for coming to my rescue at the last minute.

Lori Robinson, Bev Klise and Gina Rodenbaugh for manning the information computers, Bailey Klise, Della Rodenbaugh, Adam Baxter and Cheralinn VanSickle, Jaylynn Huddelson and Evie Rodenbaugh for the photo table, Amy Ingram, Melody Reynolds and Suzette Huddelson for the dental impression and DNA swab, and Christine, Emma and Hannah Smith for filling in. Also. Caci Brothers, Mike and Amber Baxter, Darin Reynolds and Branton Ingram for their help in setting up and taking down tables and equipment. Without the support of Masonic Lodge 33 from Center and 128 from Hannibal, this could not have been done.

Nancy Harris Center Wise Guys Club Leader

The family of Krista LeAnn (Yager) Callaghan would like to express their gratitude for all the food, memorials, visits, calls and loving support shown to us at the recent passing of our loved one.

We especially appreciate all the prayers on our behalf. Also, a special thank you to O’Donnell’s Funeral Home for doing such a wonderful job. Our loss has been made a little easier by the kindness of so many wonderful friends.

Jeremiah Callaghan Rylee & Kodie Callaghan David & Barbara Yager Aimee, Greg, Ashlyn & Colten Eisele Lucille Yager

6A Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013

The Ralls County Herald-Enterprise

NATIONAL 4-H WEEK

Rabbits- Cody Rubemeyer Rocky Point Club

This was my second year for showing rabbits and it was interesting. I usually get my rabbits in April. Then I feed and water them and train them to be picked up.

At the fair they are judged on weight, size, and appearance. I usually get a blue ribbon. Then I can sell my rabbits at the 4-H Auction. I appreciate the sponsors who buy my animals.

Della Rodenbaugh on her horse.

My Favorite Project- Jessica Stinson Rocky Point Club

Being a Leader- Erin Rubemeyer Rocky Point Club

This year in 4-H has taught me how to be more of a leader. Being elected President of our group has taught me responsibility also. I love being able to see the kids in my club grow more and more interested in 4-H just like I did. I like hoping them learn the skills of being part of a great club to represent Ralls County.

Hams- Hannah Mallory Liberty Wide Awake Club

Out of all the hams at the fair one of mine got reserve grand champion This year I did hams as one of my 4-H projects. It was fun to experience. I learned how to cure a ham.

I went to Center Locker and picked out my hams.

They were heavy! I mixed the cure and rubbed it on the hams. It had salt, pepper and brown sugar in it. My dad helped me wrap the hams in a sheet. We hung it in the shed until it was time to trim it and smoke it.

I took my hams to the fair. They were judged by aroma, color, eye appeal, smoothness, fitting, trim, firmness and meatiness.

Out of all the things I did, hams were my favorite. It was my first year in 4-H and it was really fun!

Quilting-Stetson Klise Rocky Point Club

This year in quilting I made several items. I made a flag pattern table runner, camo hot pad, pink cancer ribbon quilt and a camo and orange quilt. I enjoy making quilts for members of my family.

My pink cancer ribbon quilt I gave to my great uncle to put in a fundraiser auction. It was only a lap quilt but several people really liked it. I got to hold it up at the auction and was I surprised.... it brought $500! It made me feel really good that people liked my work and that I could help with such a good cause. They have already asked for another quilt for next years auction.

My camo and orange quilt was fun to make. It is a star pattern. My stars are orange and the background is camo. Several people have asked to buy it but it is going to be my hunting quilt to keep me warm deer hunting.

Maybe someday I can make some quilts to sell.

Fair Time- Bailey Klise Rocky Point Club

Attending the Ralls County Fair is a lot of fun.

The fair starts with shooting sports at the POPS club on highway 61. I shoot archery. I have a compound bow and shoot with my fingers, not a release. I won a medal for my shooting.

On Monday we take our indoor exhibits in to be judged. We get ribbons for our hard work. This year I baked raisin bread that received a blue ribbon and got to go to the state fair.

Tuesday is fun because I get to show my cat named Tommy. He is a black cat. I won grand champion cat with him.

On Wednesday I got to show my Charolais heifers.

Snowflake is a March 2013 claf and she won her class

Austin Black and his cabbages

and received a blue ribbon and also got champion Charolais. My other heifer is Nicole and she won a blue ribbon too. Nicole was born in June 2012. I really like showing my baby girls!! I have taken them to several other shows and they have done well.

Thursday is the sale. This year I sold my ham to Wiley Hibbard. The 4h kids can sell their ham and one market animal, if they have one.

Friday is the horse show. I ride my horse Sweetie. I participated in all events except egg and spoon. My balance isn’t good enough to do that. I won the 14 and over trail class. I really love riding my horse.

My Photo Board Project- Jessica Stinson Rocky Point Club

One of my favorite projects was a set of three photo boards I made. I glued back together three boards I broke during my black belt test. Then using a gel medium I transferred photos to the boards. The photos I used were from my black belt test. I used a photo of my friend Grace, Tamiera and I. A photo of all the black belts. And a photo of me and my black belt cake.

Filmmaking- Jessica Stinson Rocky Point Club

When I chose filming as a category for the fair, I was really excited; and perplexed. I wanted to try something new but I had no idea what to film. Then my karate instructor had a seminar about bullying. So I wrote a short skit about bullying. I had my karate friends be the “actors.” A summary of the story would be a girl is getting bullied. So her mother enrolls her in karate. Finally she gets her black belt. When the bully’s try again the girl defends her-self and get away. So before and after karate class we filmed a bully story. My friends had a blast. I wouldn’t have been able to do it if my karate instructor wasn’t supportive. At the end of the fair, I was excited that I got a blue ribbon and it was chosen to go to state!

My 4-H Experience- Dalton Buie Brice Happy Hustlers

My name is Dalton Buie and I’m the 1st vice president for Brice Happy Hustlers 4-H club. This year for me was fun. The fair was good as I took two things this year. I took a country cured ham and a wooden stereo stand. I went to state on my stereo stand and I sold my ham at the fair sale. Then I also was a clover kid leader.

The best part of being a leader is when I see their faces when they finish their craft. I’m also a Ralls County 4-H Jr. leader member. It is a blast to be a junior leader; you have to be in the 6th grade and up. So I encourage you to join 4-H as you will have fun too.

My 4-H Experience- Cody Buie Brice Happy Hustlers

My name is Cody Buie and I am the President of the Brice Happy Hustlers 4-H club in Vandalia and the Ralls CO. Jr. Leaders President. Trap shooting this year was fun but also competitive with other 4-Hers. On the team this year we had a tragedy. Michael Steele was our best trap shooter and in his passing we had a practice round dedicated to him. It was a tough year but we got through it and made it a success. Along with trap shooting this year I was also the leader for Clover Kids.

This was a fun time and a good learning process for the kids. My Clover Kids that I had this year, I hope will stay in 4-H. This year was fun and successful! Thank you to the Missouri Extension and the Ralls CO. 4-H council and board for making this year so successful!

Bucket Calf Project- Elizabeth Northcutt

Perry Pioneers

My project at the fair was a bucket calf, it was really fun ! He was a stubborn bull calf named Snickers. I enjoyed getting him judged at the fair the most. I raised him from birth and still have him. I fed him a bottle every day which started off fun but became a chore after several weeks. I learned how to feed him and give him medications, as well as lead him. It was a good experience and I plan to do another animal project in the future.

Hon. Rachel Bringer-Shepherd

Steve Whitaker & Faye Western District Commissioner

My favorite project this year was home environment.

One night my mother and I were up at 2 a.m. because we couldn’t sleep. So we started looking for project ideas on the Internet when we came across a cat bed.

It was a side table that got turned into a cat bed. It was pretty cool. But we weren’t sure if we could copy it exactly. It took us several days traveling to thrift stores, and second hand shops to find a table I liked. We found a table with the glass top broken out of it. But that was okay since you flip the table upside down. The table legs are then turned into bed pollsters. I used my grandfathers shop to work on my project so he could help teach me to drill and saw the part I needed. I was not happy with the first paint job, so I stripped it down again and repainted the bed. I added legs and decorative post to the table. I also designed and made a headboard for the bed. I even made a pillow bed to match the accent color paint. It took us about a week to get it done. Since I repainted it, it took a while but I got it done. In the end it was pretty cool. I received a blue ribbon and a trophy for my project! I was happy that my cat, Plumpers liked it at the end too!

Wyatt and Emily Evans enjoy 4-H Day with the Cardinals.

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James L. Lemon & Mary Lee Attorney At Law

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Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013

The Ralls County Herald-Enterprise

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NATIONAL 4-H WEEK

Hannah Mallory with her ham trophy.

Center Wise Guys Club Leader - Nancy Harris

Center Wise Guys meet the second Monday of each month at Town Hall in Center at 6:30. We are a very community oriented club. Last year our club donated to the Food Pantry in Center, put our flags at the Center cemetery for veterans Memorial week-end, made 5 weighted blankets for the autistic classroom at Oakwood Elementary, and on September- 28 are sponsoring the MOCHIP program for child ID. Our club has several outside activities during the year such as a hayride, fishing, wiener roast, attend Cavemen ballgame, go to Scottie’s Fun Spot. 4-H is a fun learning experience that helps you to learn a lot of things you will need later in your life. Come join us. We would love to have you as a member.

Trap shooting was more competitive. Our project leader was John Robinson and Eric Harvey started helping as a consultant later. We practiced mostly at John’s house and later some at Pop’s Club. Again, we had to have 10 hours of practice before we could shoot at events. We always had a good time at practice, even when the shooting wasn’t so good.

I shot trap at Monroe County, Pike County, Ralls County, Lewis County, the 4H state shoot and at the Show Me State Games. I placed 1st at Ralls County and 2nd at the Show Me State Games. At Ralls County, CIayton Robinson and I had our first perfect round. We didn’t know the consequences of that until it was too late. We had to take off our hats, Eric threw them into the air and all the shooters got to shoot them up. Eric made sure they were blown to smithereens. Everybody learned something that day! I plan to try out for the 4H state team this fall and I also want to try shooting skeet, sporting clays, 5 stand and continue to shoot trap.

4H shooting sports has 3 age divisions; youth, intermediate and senior. Archery offers both compound and recurve shooting. Shotgun offers trap, singles and doubles. Some events offer skeet, 5 stand and sporting clays. Russel Smith was the leader for the 22 and they have different divisions in that.

I was 15 when I joined 4H last fall so you are never too old to join. I have learned a lot about shooting through 4H, met a lot of people, traveled to new places, and always had fun. I plan to continue in 4H and encourage anyone interested in shooting sports to join and learn through 4H.

My project is archery, and I personally think that it is very fun. At each meeting, we all have a lot of fun. I like it mainly because I can make new friends and practice for bow season. I think that it is good for physical health and social health, so it benefits everyone who is in it.

My name is Shelly Buie and I have led many projects, but this year I was the leader for Arts and Crafts for Brice Happy Hustlers. I had one 4Her to complete the project , Madelynn Cole. She was very creative and was willing to complete her project with her special touch.

She designed a blue and yellow flower arrangement with a butterfly accent. I want to thank Janie Pease with Vandalia Florist with the advise and direction that she was able to give to help with this design.

4H is an awesome organization for the local youth to get involved in, whether you are living in the country or town. There is something for everybody that can gain the interest of the youth. It really shows and demonstrates great leadership quality in an individual. If you are interested in joining a local club, I would be more than happy to guide you to the one that would fit your needs.

Liberty Wide Awake

Will Hopke shooting archery

Gardening- Austin Black Center Wise Guys

My name is Austin black I’ve been in 4-H for four years along with a year of being a Clover Kid. This year was my fourth year to take gardening for a project. I continue to take gardening because I like working outside and I enjoy growing and eating fresh produce.

Some of the things I planted where tomatoes, corn, cucumbers, green peppers, cabbage, green beans and zucchini.

This year for the county fair I chose to take cucumbers, green beans, green peppers and cabbage.

All four of my items received blue ribbons. My cabbage and green beans were chosen for state and my cucumbers were chosen as a state alternate. I also received the Best Plant and Natural Science trophy for 13 and under.

I look forward to gardening again next year. I plan on growing many of the same things. I would also like to try growing pumpkins and watermelon. I think everyone should grow a garden if they can because it promotes a healthy lifestyle and provides you with good things to eat.

I enjoy 4-H because it gives me the opportunity to try new things. Some of the other projects I took this year where woodworking, meat goats, hams and archery. 4-H has something for everyone to learn about.

Liberty Wide Awake Club Leader - Lori Robinson

The Liberty Wide Awake tours the alpaca farm before their meeting.

Are you interested in having fun, making new friends, learning new things and gaining leadership skills? At Liberty Wide Awake 4-H Club you can do all of these thing and much more. Our new year is about to begin and we are taking new membership. 4-H is for kid age 8 to 18, kids ages 5-7 are also welcome as clover

(573) 221-3777 Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Caryn Meyers on the 4-H Equine Trip

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Last year Liberty Wide Awake had programs about animal safety, nutrition; visited the KROC Center in Quincy IL, made decorations for a nursing home, participated in trash pick up, landscaping at the Community building and played at Sawyer’s Creek; along with doing projects that taught them skills.

Liberty Wide Awake 4H club meets monthly on the second Monday evening of the month at 6:30 at the Liberty Community Building, located at the junction of Highway 154 and Route P north of Vandalia, MO. For more information ask a current member or call Lori Robinson 573- 822-2110.

Archery-Will Hopke Brice Happy Hustlers

Club Volunteer Shelly Buie Brice Happy Hustlers

This was my first year of 4H. One of my best friends and my cousin were trap shooters and members of Liberty Wide Awake 4H Club. I chose that as my club. I was interested in archery and trap shooting and chose shooting sports as one of my projects.

Safety is the priority of 4H shooting sports. First, I had to attend a safety meeting and at every practice and event, safety is the first emphasis. Before I could shoot in any event I had to have at least 10 hours of practice.

Branten Ingram was my archery project leader. We practiced early on Saturday mornings. The weather was wet and cold but we managed to get our practices done.

I shot at the Monroe County Shoot and earned 4th place. At the Pike County Shoot I received 2nd place and shot my first Robin Hood. I was the only shooter in my division at Ralls County so I earned 1st place with a red ribbon. I plan to continue shooting archery, improve my scores and try some 3D shooting.

Emily Evans stands with her winning tablesetting at Achievement Day

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Homecoming 2013

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Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013

The Ralls County Herald-Enterprise

No Hunting or Trespassing listings run one year for $20 paid in advance to: Ralls County Herald-Enterprise P.O. Box 426 New London, MO 63459

NO Hunting or Trespassing Notice is hereby given that hunting, fishing or trespassing of any kind either day or night on land owned or farmed by the undersigned is strictly forbidden.

Any and all violator are subject to prosecution: James (Terry) See: 12/13 Leon C. Fessenden, Center: 7/14 Pete Harris Farms (John L. & Ruthie Day: 9/13 Trower Bros. Farm: 12/13 John & Peggy Hemeyer Farm: 7/14 Sandra Evans Farm: 9/19/14

NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION

To all persons interested in the ESTATE OF CLARENCE RAY THURMAN, JR., DECEASED: You are hereby notified that the undersigned Personal Representatives of said estate will file Final Settlement and Petition for Distribution on the 11th day of October, 2013, in the Probate Division of the Ralls County Circuit Court, New London, Missouri, and that any objections or exceptions to such Settlement or Petition or any item thereof must be in writing and filed within twenty (20) days from such date.

IVA JANE WHEELER and MARY ANN ECKLEY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES BRISCOE, RODENBAUGH & BRANNON Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 446 New London, Missouri 63459 Telephone: (573) 985-3411 ATTORNEYS FOR ESTATE FIRST PUBLICATION: September 12, 2013.

Published on: September 12, 19, 26 and October 3, 2013 IN THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY RALLS COUNTY, MISSOURI Judge or Division: DAVID C MOBLEY Case Number: 13RL-PR00054 In the Estate of LEO HARRISON III, Deceased.

NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED

(Supervised Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of LEO HARRISON III, Decedent: On September 5, 2013, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individual was appointed personal representative of the estate of LEO HARRISON III, decedent by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Ralls County, Missouri.

The name, business address, and phone number of the personal representative is: KARLA ANN HARRISON, 61419 CROOKED CREEK PLACE, NEW LONDON, MO 63459, (573) 795-6992 The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business, address and phone number is: JOHN W BRISCOE, 423 S. MAIN, P.O. BOX 446, NEW LONDON, MO 63459-0446, (573) 985-3411 All creditors of said decedent are notified to file claims in court within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice Or if a copy of this notice was mailed to, or served upon, such creditor by the personal representative, then within two months from the date it was mailed or served, whichever is later, or be forever barred to the fullest extent permissible by law.

Such six-month period and such two-month period do not extend the limitation period that would bar claims one year after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Date of the decedent’s death: August 22, 2013 Date of first publication: September 12, 2013 GINA JAMESON, CIRCUIT

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LEGAL

CLERK Karen A. Huff, Deputy Clerk Receipt of this notice by mail should not be construed by the recipient to indicate that the recipient necessarily has a beneficial interest in the estate.

The nature and extent of any person’s interest, if any, can be determined from the files and records of this estate in the Probate Division of the above referenced Circuit Court.

Published on: September 12, 19, 26 and October 3, 2013

TRUSTEE’S SALE

IN RE: Darrell F. McCullough A Married Man, as his sole & separate property.

Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Darrell F. McCullough A Married Man, as his sole & separate property. dated May 6, 2005 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Ralls County, Missouri as Document No.: 200536137 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5 p.m., (at the specific time of 12:05 PM), at the West Front Door of the Court House, City of New London, County of Ralls, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Ralls County, State of Missouri, to wit: TWENTY-FIVE (25) ACRES, MORE OR LESS, BEING A PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (SW-1/4) OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE-1/4) OF SECTION FOUR (4) AND A PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW-1/4) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE-1/4) OF SECTION NINE (9), ALL IN TOWNSHIP FIFTYSIX (56) NORTH, RANGE FOUR (4) WEST SURVEYED AS FOLLOWS: BEGIN 4.63 CHAINS NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW-1/4) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE-1/4) OF SECTION NINE (9), THENCE WEST 13.54 CHAINS TO THE CENTER OF A PUBLIC ROAD; THENCE WITH SAID ROAD NORTH 19 DEGREES WEST 6.41 CHAINS; THENCE NORTH 23 1/2 DEGREES EAST 3.70 CHAINS; THENCE NORTH 34 DEGREES EAST 9.50 CHAINS; THENCE NORTH 45 DEGREES EAST 3.30 CHAINS TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT NUMBERED ONE (1) OF THE GORDON SUBDIVISION; THENCE EAST 6.60 CHAINS; THENCE SOUTH 4.34 CHAINS TO THE NORTH LINE OF SECTION NINE (9); THENCE SOUTH 15.37 CHAINS TO THE BEGINNING, BEING 3.75 ACRES OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (SW-1/4) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE-1/4) OF SECTION FOUR (4) AND 21.25 ACRES OF THE NORTHEAST PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW-1/4)

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OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE-1/4) OF SECTION NINE (9), ALL IN LOT NUMBERED SIX (6) OF THE GORDON SUBDIVISION. EXCEPT A TRACT OF LAND LYING IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (SW-1/4) OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE-1/4) OF SECTION FOUR (4) AND THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW-1/4) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE-1/4) OF SECTION NINE (9), TOWNSHIP FIFTY-SIX (56) NORTH, RANGE FOUR (4) WEST, RALLS COUNTY, MISSOURI, AND BEING MORE FULLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT A STONE MARKING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF AFOREMENTIONED NORTHWEST ONE-FOURTH (NW-1/4) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE-1/4) OF SECTION NINE (9); THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE QUARTER QUARTER SECTION LINE 155.4 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 06 MINUTES WEST 715.97 FEET TO AN IRON PIN ON THE EASTERLY RIGHT-OFWAY OF MISSOURI STATE ROUTE “T”; THENCE NORTH 37 DEGREES 29 MINUTES EAST ALONG SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY 419.18 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE NORTH 35 DEGREES 04 MINUTES EAST ALONG SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY 123.48 FEET TO AN IRON PIN; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 06 MINUTES EAST 388.90 FEET TO A STONE ON THE QUARTER QUARTER SECTION LINE; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES WEST ALONG SAID QUARTER QUARTER SECTION LINE 284.6 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 5.53 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, AS PER SURVEY OF HAROLD R. CRANE, REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR #1111 MISSOURI, IN SEPTEMBER 1970. AND ALSO EXCEPT A TRACT OF LAND LYING IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW-1/4) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE-1/4) OF SECTION NINE (9), TOWNSHIP FIFTY-SIX (56) NORTH, RANGE FOUR (4) WEST, RALLS COUNTY, MISSOURI, AND BEING MORE FULLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: FROM A STONE MARKING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW-1/4) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE-1/4) OF SECTION NINE (9); THENCE RUN SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE QUARTER QUARTER LINE OF THIS SECTION 155.4 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE MARKING THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 13 DEGREES 53 MINUTES WEST 133.99

FEET TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE SOUTH 76 DEGREES 15 MINUTES WEST 200.65 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE SOUTH 46 DEGREES 19 MINUTES WEST 206.55 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE SOUTH 82 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 30 SECONDS WEST 340.43 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE SOUTH 65 DEGREES 31 MINUTES WEST 71.95 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE SOUTH 85 DEGREES 17 MINUTES WEST 162.74 FEET TO A POINT ON THE CURVE OF THE EASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF MISSOURI; STATE ROUTE “T”; THENCE NORTH 24 DEGREES 31 MINUTES 30 SECONDS EAST ALONG A CURVE ON SAID EASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF MISSOURI STATE ROUTE “T” SAID CURVE HAVING A RADIUS OF 533.69 FEET AND AN ARC OF 248.96 AND A CORD OF 246.74 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE ON SAID ROUTE “T”, RIGHT-OF-WAY AND P.C. STATION 52+74.70; THENCE NORTH 35 DEGREES 05 MINUTES EAST ALONG SAID EASTERLY RIGHT-OFWAY OF MISSOURI STATE ROUTE “T” 213.90 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 06 MINUTES 715.97 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING CONTAINING 5.26 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, AS PER SURVEY OF HAROLD R. CRANE, R.L.S. #1111, MISSOURI, MADE IN SEPTEMBER OF 1974.

SUBJECT TO PUBLIC ROADS, HIGHWAYS AND EASEMENTS AS NOW OF RECORD. to satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 54422.101513.311097 FC

NOTICE

Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Published on: September 19, 26, October 3 and 10, 2013

NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION

To all persons interested in the ESTATE OF DARYL LYNN HALL, DECEASED: You are hereby notified that the undersigned Personal Representative of said estate will file Final Settlement and Petition for Distribution on the 28th day of October, 2013, in the Probate Division of the Ralls County Circuit Court, New London, Missouri, and that any objections or exceptions to such Settlement or Petition or any item thereof must be in writing and filed within twenty (20) days from such date.

PAULA EVANS RALLS COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE BRISCOE, RODENBAUGH & BRANNON Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 446 New London, Missouri 63459 Telephone: (573) 985-3411 ATTORNEYS FOR ESTATE FIRST PUBLICATION: September 26, 2013.

Published on: September 26, October, 3, 10 and 17, 2013

TRUSTEE’S SALE

IN RE: Jerry R. Keim, Trustee

LEGAL

of the Jerry R. Keim Revocable Living Trust Dated September 12, 1997 Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Jerry R. Keim, Trustee of the Jerry R. Keim Revocable Living Trust Dated September 12, 1997 dated March 4, 2005 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Ralls County, Missouri as Document No.: 2005-35670 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., (at the specific time of 12:05 p.m.), at the West Front Door of the Court House, City of New London, County of Ralls, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Ralls County, State of Missouri, to wit: LOT EIGHT (8) OF HAGAR’S ACRES, A SUBDIVISION LYING IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE-1/4) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (SW-1/4) OF SECTION TEN (10), TOWNSHIP FIFTYFIVE (55) NORTH, RANGE SEVEN (7) WEST, RALLS COUNTY, MISSOURI, AND AS SET FORTH ON PLAT FILED OF RECORD ON AUGUST 15, 1996, IN PLAT BOOK (SLIDE) A-14A OF THE DEED RECORDS OF RALLS COUNTY, MISSOURI. SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS AS SET FORTH ON THE PLAT THEREOF, AND ALSO SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS AND RIGHTSOF-WAY OF RECORD OR NOT OF RECORD. FURTHER SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS AND COVENANTS DATED

AUGUST 16, 1996, AND FILED OF RECORD SEPTEMBER 12, 1996, IN BOOK 436 AT PAGES 250+ OF THE DEED RECORDS OF RALLS COUNTY, MISSOURI. to satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 150421.102913.314493 FC

NOTICE

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Published on: October 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2013

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Ralls County R-II School District will accept sealed bids at the Superintendent’s Office until 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 17, 2013 masonry block work on a 20 x 30 building to be used as a concession stand, restrooms and storage at the Mark Twain High School baseball field. Sealed bids must be sent to Jake Moss, Facilities Director, 21622 Hwy. 19, Center, MO. 63436 on the bid sheet provided. There will be a pre-bid meeting on Thursday, October 3rd at 9:00 a.m. Contact Jake Moss at 573-267-3397 for a description of the project. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all proposals after all bids have been examined and evaluated. Prevailing wage rates as determined by the State of Missouri will apply.

Ralls County R-II is an EOE.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS BIDS FOR SNOW REMOVAL The Ralls County R-II School District is seeking bids for snow removal for the next three (3) years (2016). The district is seeking (3) three separate bids. Bids are for Mark Twain High School, Center Elementary, and New London Elementary. Bids must be submitted by an hourly rate, and bidder must have the ability to remove all amounts of snow. The district will contact as needed for snow removal. Sealed bids must be submitted to Jake Moss, Mark Twain High School, 21622 Hwy 19, Center, MO. 63436.

Bids will be opened at 2 p.m. on October 17, 2013 in the Superintendent’s office. EOE.

Nancy Pipkin is your sales ad person for

Please call (573) 231-5919 for any ad information.

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Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013

The Ralls County Herald-Enterprise • rallshe.com

RALLS COUNTY NEWS

Ava James Wenrich

Gene and Janey Turner celebrate 50th Anniversary Gene and Janey Turner of New London, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Sunday, Sept. 15. with family and friends. Also that day during the morning worship service was the celebration of Janey’s 50 years as organist of Park United Methodist Church.

The couple were married Sept. 15, 1963 at the old Park Methodist Church in downtown Hannibal with Rev. Henry Trevathan and Rev. Everett Turner officiating.

Janey is the daughter of the late Earl and Louise Waelder.

Gene is the son of the late Rev. Everett and Claudine Turner.

They are parents of Jeff Turner (Pamela), of Wentzville, and Jay Turner (Ann), of New London.

They have four grandchildren: Clayton Turner, McKenzie Turner, Grant Adams, and Kristen Hinds (Adam).

Gene is retired from Hannibal Public Schools where he was employed for 30 years as Building Trades Instructor at the Hannibal Vocational School.

Janey is retired from Hannibal Public Schools after 30 years as secretary to the principal at the Hannibal Middle School.

Ralls SWCD & NRCS plans informational meeting

Rails County Soil and Water Conservation District and Natural Resources Conservation Services will host an informational meeting at Mark Twain High School Cafeteria Nov. 1, 2013 beginning at 6 p.m. A meal will be provided.

The goal of the meeting with landowners and operators is to inform the public about cost-share and other available programs.

The new fiscal State Cost Share, through the Rails SWCD, Sign-Up begins Nov. 1, 2013 and will continue through November 30 2013. Signup will be available at the meeting. The sign up is for 2015 assistance in the area of tile terraces, regular terraces, waterways, intensive grazing systems, well decommissioning , woodland exclusions, and other practices are available.

Also, other topics to be shared are: Cover Crops, EQIP, CSP. and other programs through USDA. Please RSVP at 573985-8611, ext 3, by October 23 so the meal and door prizes can be planned.

The State Cost-Share is funded through the 1/10 of 1% State Parks and Soil tax and administered by Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

For breaking news and additional pictures Visit our website rallshe.com

Ava James Wenrich Ryan and Laura Wenrich of Topeka, Kan., are the proud parents of a daughter, Ava James Wenrich born Friday, Aug. 2 at 8:05 a.m., at Stormont-Vail Hospital, in Topeka, Kan. Ava weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces and was 19 inches long.

Grandparents are Carlene Galloway and the late James Galloway, of Vandalia, Dave Wenrich, of Topeka, Kan., and Dr. Myron and Priscilla Zeller, of Goddard, Kan. Great grandparents are the late Henry and Florence Galloway and Cleo and Barbara Wells, of Perry, Betty Mohney and the late Dr. Leonard Mohney and Mary Wenrich and the late Bud Wenrich, of Wichita, Kan.

American Legion/VFW sponsored shoot Oct. 5

There will be American Legion/V.F.W. sponsored shooting event on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the David C.Berti Rifle Range at Warren See Spillway. The event starts at 10 a.m.

The cost is $10.00 per person. Individuals or teams of four can participate. All veterans welcome. Each team or individual must supply the following: U.S. military rifles with iron sights, no glass, 30/40 Krag, 1903, 1903A3, M1, M1 Carbine, 1917, M1A1, AR 15 Semi Auto only.

Eleven rounds to score. Practice rounds your option.

Team trophy, High Shooter trophies, 1st. 2nd, and 3rd.

For more information contact Charles Meador 573684-2831

Soil Health/ Cover Crop Workshop November 7th, 2013 at the USDA-NRCS Elsberry Plant Materials Center and American Legion Hall USDA USDA-NRCS and Lincoln County SWCD Registration - $12 (includes lunch) Registration at Elsberry PMC field site located on Hatfield Road (See Map)

8:30-9:00

Tour of CC Studies and Demo Plots

9:00-10:30

36 Cover Crop Species Planted at 6 Different Planting Dates, Slake Test and Rain Simulator— Keith Berns, Doug Peterson, Ron Cordsiemon, Jerry Kaiser, and Allen Casey Travel to American Legion Hall (See Map)

A total of 49 children were processed thru the MOCHIP event held Saturday at MTHS. Center Wise Guys 4-H Club sponsored the event. There were 7 stations manned by Masonic members from Ralls Lodge #33 and Hannibal Chapter #128, 4-H members and parents from Ralls County, and members from the Centerette’s Club. Pictured are some of the Ralls County 4-H members being processed.

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Happy Birthday

Adrian James Madore celebrated his first birthday on Sept. 6, 2013. Adrian is the son of Bill and Jennifer Madore, of Hannibal. He has one sister, Madison Madore, age 11.

Adrian’s grandparents are Marilyn and the late Ted Summers of Center and Cathy and Jim Zissa, of Wharton, Texas. Great-grandparents are George and Lucille Burroughs, of Hannibal.

10:30-11:00

Dave Robison

11:00-12:00

Producing and Scavenging Nitrogen with Cover Crops Lunch

12:00-1:00

Rich Hoorman/Charlie Ellis

1:00-2:00

MU Extension Field Work/Study 2:00-3:00

Keith Berns

The Positive and Negative Attributes of Different Cover Crop Species Dave Robison

3:00-4:00

Can I get a Return on Investment from Cover crops YES! -

Question and Answer with the Speakers

4:00-4:30

Mail this registration slip and check payable to Lincoln County SWCD for $12 by October 24th to: Soil Health/Cover Crop Workshop Lincoln County Soil and Water Conservation District 116 Frenchman Bluff Rd., Troy, MO 63379 Phone: 636-528-4877, ext. 3 Attendee Name:

____________________________________ Phone: _____________________

Address: _____________________________________ E-Mail: _____________________ Space Limited — First come / First served

Ralls County Soil and Water Conservation District MARTHA BRISCOE: District Manager PAUL ALLGOOD: Clerk WAYNE PICKETT: Tech II Conservation Service KEITH JACKSON: District Conservationist LUCAS BRASS: Resource Conservation TIM ZEDIALIS: Soil Conservation Technician TIM BROOKS: MDC Private Lands Conservationist

Anyone with questions concerning conservation practices, may call the office (573) 985-8611 ext. 3

Mark Twain Lady Tigers Alicia Cole, Kenzie Grossmann, Kyley Barnes and Kaitlyn Young, who were honored at Monday’s Senior Night game against Elsberry. Complete sports coverage incuding softball, football and Homecoming in next week’s Ralls County Herald Enterprise.