Ralls County Herald Enterprise, October 30, 2014 • Week 44

IGERS ROUT CRYSTAL CITY

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FALL FUN FESTIVAL

The public is invited to the Fall Fun Festival on October 30 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Westview Nursing Home, 301 W. Dunlop St. Center.

Face painting, games and candy.

LORD’S ACRE SUPPER AND AUCTION

Santa Fe Christian Church will hold their annual Lord’s Acre Supper and Auction on Saturday, Nov. 1, with serving beginning at 5 p.m., and auction following at 7 p.m. Serving turkey, ham and all the trimmings, homemade rolls and pies.

CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE

10th Annual Christmas Open House - Saturday Nov. 1, at the Center Elementary School Gym, in Center, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Vendors include: Tastefully Simple, ThirtyOne, Paparazzi, Wild Tree, Scholastic Book Fair, Scentsy, Jordan Essentials, Papa’s Workshop, Plexus, Rock Darling Jewelry, Homemade Crafts & many more!!! Lunch will be served by: Girl Scouts Troop #9352

FIRST BAPTIST NEW LONDON TO HOST TRUNK-OR-TREAT

The New London First Baptist Church invites the families of the community to a Trunk-or-Treat event on Friday, October 31, from 4:30-7:30 p.m., in the church parking lot. Area residents are invited to stop in to visit a variety of stations.

Hotdogs and cocoa will be served in addition to candy treats.

If you have any questions contact Lori Alexander, Children’s Director at 573-221-6560 or the church office at 573-985-7201

MASTER GARDNERS

The Salt River Master Gardeners will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 4, at the Sesquicentennial Building in Palmyra. Our guest speaker will be Jessica Whiston from Terripin Farms near Fowler, Ill., where she and her husband Brad farm. She will speak about their high tunnels, growing vegetables on their farm, and their participation in CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). One of the Master Gardeners’ goals is continuing education. For information about becoming a Master Gardener or gardening questions, please contact Sue Lewis, president 573-7952334, or Brenda West 573-221-0724.

Everyone is invited to attend.

Many Ralls County residents attended a ‘Meet The Candidates’ event on October 25.

A Meet the Candidates event was held Saturday, October 25, at the New London Lions Club building. The event was planned and hosted by the staff of the Ralls County Herald Enterprise. A lunch of hot dogs, baked beans and chips was served at 11 a.m. followed by the candidates’ remarks.

Seven candidates were seated at the front table: Rep. Jim Hansen and the Democratic challenger, Lowell Jackson; Presiding Commissioner Bob See and the Democratic challenger, Wiley Hibbard; Democratic candidate for County Clerk, Sandy Lanier and the Republican candidate, Pansy Kolb; and Jena Epper-

son, County Treasurer.

RCHE publisher David Eales led the pledge and Leanne Reed gave the invocation. Eales served as the moderator.

Each candidate addressed the audience, giving a brief biographical sketch and positions on relevant issues. Some of the issues addressed included development of local economy; county budgets; and the need for all office holders, regardless of party affiliation, to work together.

Candidates were then asked specific questions. Hansen and Jackson were asked, “How will you work with colleagues across the aisle?” County candidates were asked “What is the biggest

issue facing Ralls County?” and “How can your office help residents be more engaged in local government?”

Answers echoed the need for cooperation, the need to keep constituents informed, and the need for ways to grow the local economy. Candidates and audience members mingled afterward to further discuss the issues and challenges that face residents of Ralls County.

Eales reminded everyone to learn about the amendments, issues and candidates, but more importantly to get out and vote.

Read more about the candidates on page 8A.

Changes Coming to Westview Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary To Host Christmas Parade To celebrate the upcoming Christmas season, the New London Volunteer Fire Department Women’s Auxiliary are kicking off the season with a festive Christmas parade this year. This fun event will be held on Sunday, November 30, at 6 p.m.

They would love to have the area’s support this year! The parade will begin at the New London Baptist Church and will end up at the New London Elementary School. Lineup will be at 5 p.m.

Make sure you get your float all decked out, because they will have a contest for most creative and festive decorations.

There will be contest and prizes not just for float decorations but also for creative festive outfits. After the parade they will enjoy a free will donation soup supper with a visit from Santa and enjoy Christmas music and activities.

They hope you’ll join them on Sunday November 30 see you then!

For more information or to RSVP a spot in the parade please contact Terri Lathrom at 573-406-2762.

Roderick Warren, Westview Administrator, visits with resident Nelly Flores. Nelly enjoys crocheting and was working on an afghan.

Autumn is thought of as a transitional season and so it is at Westview Nursing Home in Center. Roderick Warren is the new administrator and has already implemented extensive remodeling throughout the facility. “There is a movement within the corporation to make all our facilities more homelike,” said Warren.

Wallpaper has been removed and the offices, meeting rooms and hallways have been textured and repainted. Soon the carpet will be removed and wood flooring laid in its place. A main focus

for Warren is the dining room, which also serves as the community room for programs, activities, meeting with family members and special events. “We’re going to get new tables and chairs, add blinds and valances and decorate the room like a country kitchen,” said Warren. “I want to add a big screen TV and a mantle. And I’d like to fix up a snack counter with ice cream for the residents.”

Walking through the facility Warren points out other areas

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VIEWS AND COMMENTS

General Election

From the Editor

Nov. 4, 2014 RE-ELECT ROBERT L. SEE Republican Candidate

Ralls County Presiding Commissioner

by Editor Carolyn Trower

WHAT COUNTS

It’s nice to have a sitdown dinner once in a while. Sitting in your pickup waiting for equipment that was supposed to arrive at 7 a.m. does qualify as “sit down,” right? Exactly how “forkless cuisine” conforms to the image of to the image of “dinner” might well be a question referred to the parents of young athletes.

Or, those feverishly adding the final embellishments to their campaign for public office.

Saturday last, I attended a gathering of the candidates and the curious provided by the RCHE publisher and staff. The weather proved detrimental to the gathering. Absolutely perfect. Farmers farming. Bargain hunters at auctions. (Which prevented both Ralls County Commissioners from attending.) Sun worshipers participating in any activity under-thesun (other than making it shine on the electoral process; and therefore on the process of government). Reminds me of the story of a salesman approaching the front door of a rural house. On the front porch, a hound sat mournfully howling, but paying no attention to the salesman’s approach. The salesman inquired of the farmer as to why the dog was so distraught. “Oh,” answered the farmer, “he’s sitting on a thorn and he’s just too lazy to move.”

Though the candidates, the media, and family members of the candidates approximately equaled the remainder of the crowd, it was a productive experience. You know, if you’re a person touting yourself as a communicator to; and a representative of a constituency, then the message might well be better received by attentive listeners (though maybe few), who will spread your ideas than by an orchestrated assembly of sign wavers and cheerleaders masking all personal contact. But, if the candidate has no personality, and nothing constructive to offer, then the hype and coordinated chaos lend a layer of fresh powder to the election slope. (Oh, you thought I meant snow!)

Anyhow, I appreciate

the fact that these candidates met with us on a sunny Saturday afternoon before they honored other commitments. Jena Epperson was the only unopposed candidate to show. Yeah, Jena.

During the presentation I was a bit amused by some of the comments. One asserted that the Ralls County budget was in disarray, apparently ignoring the fact that the two Democratic Commissioners currently serving (neither of whom attended this meeting) would seem to have a voting majority over the incumbent Presiding Commissioner, Mr. Bob See. Both candidates for County Clerk, and Mr. Hibbard, indicated support for the evening public forums initiated by Mr. See. However, neither Mr. See nor others mentioned the community support that donated the use of these meeting sites around the county. The obvious feature of all this is that when constituents have questions and those who would represent them make themselves readily available, partisanship can turn into participation. The Goodole-boys Club and the Kingmakers will need to find a new smoke-filled lounge.

I find it refreshing that in Ralls County a person no longer must wait for their turn to run for office.

Our previous county clerk withdrew from the whole mess, but we have two impressive candidates in the running.

Chuck Todd doesn’t intimidate me either (re: Alison Lundergan Grimes), but while I will tell you that I did not vote for Obama (either time, and don’t even talk about Hillary), the rest of my voting activity will remain my personal property. (Kinda why people froze to death at Valley Forge, endured the mud and gas of the trenches, died on ships and beaches, in rice paddies and sand.)

To realize this legacy one needs to invest less than an order of fries, less than a coffee and donut, less than a pack of cigarettes, to gas up and go vote.

Ralls County Commission Report Now on this day the Ralls County Presiding Commissioner, Robert L. See, called the adjourned meeting to order with the following members present: RC Harlow, Eastern District Commissioner, Steven H. Whitaker,

Western District Commissioner and Ernest E. Duckworth, the Ralls County Clerk.

Now on this day the Ralls County Commission read and approved the minutes of the October 16, 2014 meeting.

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Another day in paradise. Wouldn’t you rather spend a day under blue October skies and sunshine filtered through the crimson and yellow leaves here than on some old beach somewhere?

Where else can you enjoy the savory soups and teas at the annual Folklife Festival? Or cheer on the high school football team decked out in a blue and white jacket or scarf? And don’t forget the hayrides and corn mazes – and the apple cider and caramel corn. And do you know how hot you’d be dressed up like a game character or a murderous scarecrow in Florida? No, we need to spend our autumn days right here, besides Missouri is a long way from the ocean.

The whole family, minus the truck driver, (I need to talk to his dispatcher) spent Friday at the St. Louis Zoo. Glorious weather and not nearly as crowded as a weekend. The meerkats are always a favorite at the Children’s Zoo and I don’t think the grandkids will ever be too old to brush the goats. One surly fellow perched on his ledge

and turned his head whenever someone came close. Guess he had his fill of annoying humans.

We strolled through Lakeside Crossing on our way to the jungle of the Apes. The goat did not have a monopoly on attitude. Some of the chimps and gorillas were downright rude, refusing to come close enough to get a photo without the window’s glare. Their smaller cousins in the Primate House were much more social, too social in some cases. The kids witnessed behavior we’d rather they hadn’t, but that’s the risk when you take a walk “in the wild.” Big Cat Country is a treat, seeing the glossy muscles glide across the grass and up a tree. There is only a moat around the Tiger enclosure and you can’t help but wonder how far they can jump.

Still, wouldn’t it be neat to see one prowling along the sidelines under Friday Night Lights?

Another family favorite is River’s Edge. We didn’t get to see many hippos and the only picture I got was a lone pair of eyes above the water’s surface.

The black rhino is one

DOWNSTAIRS OFFICE It was 1964 and Lt. Governor Hillary Bush’s turn to be Governor. He had the backing of most Democratic organizations in the State. Secretary of State Warren Hearnes had also filed for Governor. The Republicans at that time did not have a viable statewide organization so the election was decided in the August primary, which Hearnes unexpectedly won. His biggest supporter in Jefferson City was an old politician, Carl “Buck” Walz. Hearnes immediately upon taking office had an office built in the basement of the Capitol for Buck. From that day on, Buck was called the “downstairs governor”.

Hearnes presented a 36-point program to the legislators and got 32 of them passed. He amend-

ed the Constitution to allow Governors including himself to serve two terms. Hearnes has been recognized as one of the most effective Governors the state has ever had.

In the meantime, Buck Walz’s office, which could

of the most endangered animals on the planet and he decided to show his disdain for all humans by standing with his face to the wall and presenting the cluster of curious people with his backside.

Didn’t take an animal behaviorist to figure out what he was telling us.

The elephants always get the most time and the most pictures. They just seem surreal. My sister and I talked about when we were kids and seeing the magnificent creatures chained to a scraggly tree in a cracked barren yard.

Over the years so much has been learned about their lives and it is so gratifying to see them in a more natural habitat. Now my grandchildren get to glimpse a calf peeking from under her mother’s belly as she is surrounded by protective “aunts.” A powerful lesson, indeed.

All in all a great day.

Much informal learning, family bonding, junk food and scary round robin stories on the way home – until we hit the massive traffic jam. The stuff memories are made of.

accommodate 15 to 20 chairs around his desk, was the place to be if you wanted to know what was going on. State Representatives, Senators, and reporters were always present. The Representatives thrashed out their differences on bills, the reporters got their stories and any politician visiting the Capitol could get a drink or an appointment to see the “upstairs” Governor.

Buck was a hidden employee on the state payroll, 66 years old when Hearnes took office, had previously been the Sheriff of Cole County, was loved by not only the people of Jefferson City, the politicians around the state, the

Paid for by committee to elect Bob See; Jim Ross, Treasurer

RE-ELECT JENA L. EPPERSON

Democratic Candidate

Ralls County Treasurer

Paid for by Jena L. Epperson

ELECT PANSY KOLB Republican Candidate

Ralls County Clerk

Paid for by committee to elect Pansy Kolb; Leola Webster, treasure

ELECT WILEY HIBBARD

Democratic Candidate

Ralls County Presiding Commissioner

Paid for by Ralls County Citizens to elect Wiley Hibbard.

Ann Miller, Treasurer; Bob Poage, Chairman

ELECT SANDRA (SANDY) LANIER

Democratic Candidate

Ralls County Clerk

Paid for by the Committee to Elect Sandra Lanier, Susan Lane Treasurer

ELECT LOWELL JACKSON

Democratic Candidate

40th District Representative

Paid for by committee to elect Lowell Jackson.

Treasurer Phyllis Palmer

reporters, but also by the prisoners when he was Sheriff. One year he let all the prisoners go home for Christmas if they would promise to return the next day, and every one of them did. Today the news media and partisan politics would not allow a “downstairs governor” to exist. But I’ve always suspected Buck was the reason Hearnes was so effective.

If you have been to the “downstairs office” or knew Buck Walz, please contact me.

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

Now on this day the Ralls County Commission discussed general road maintenance.

Now on this day the Ralls County Commission signed checks and warrants as listed in the warrant registry.

Now on this day the Ralls County Commission adjourned to meet again on October 23, 2014 unless convened by court.

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LOCAL HISTORY A View From the Past

“Yesteryears from the local papers”

Center delegates unloading off the Short Line at Perry for the 1908 Corn Carnival

The Corn Carnival exhibit hall stood where city hall stands today, at the corner of Main and Gill Street.

This article is a continuation on last week’s article on Perry’s Corn Carnivals. Information and photos are courtesy of Ron Leake, President of Ralls County Historical Society. The following is from the Perry Enterprise, October 15, 1908, reprinted in the booklet, 1908 and 1912 Corn Carnivals, available for sale at the Ralls County Historical Society Museum in Perry.

1908 Perry Missouri Corn Carnival, one of the biggest attractions of the season in northeast Missouri The Carnival at Perry last week was largely attended. The crowd on the first day was estimated from 5,000 to 6,000; the second day 8,000 to 10,000; and the third day from 5,000 to 6,000.

Streets, vacant lots and business houses were filled to capacity. In fact it was not only a carnival, but it was a homecoming.

People were here from distant states and from miles around.

The Perry people got busy and turned themselves loose and decorated the town until the residents could not tell whether they were in Perry or New York City.

The business houses were decorated in a tasty and artistic fashion with decorations that were beautiful and expensive.

Three high towers were erected, one at the corner of Palmyra and Jefferson Streets; one at Palmyra and Main; another at Main and Gill Streets.

Electric lights were strung from these towers making the main part of town as light at night as during the day.

Readers, those of you who did not behold this beautiful sight, must draw on your imagination to appreciate this beautiful scene up in rainbow fashions.

Then think of 265 exhibits of white, yellow, red and calico corn piled up in 21 ear piles on tables 6 feet long with the supporting poster decorated with small grains. On each side was a tier of different varieties of apples, pears, peaches and grapes.

On the other side were all sorts of small grain displayed in sacks and baskets. There were also vegetables, ranging from common string beans to the mighty pumpkin. The walls were decorated with shelves of oats, wheat and grasses.

One corner was occupied with the “Pioneer” exhibits with a large number of pictures of men and

hibits excelled the exhibits at Sedalia.

The people almost had the Carnival over again Monday at the sale of products left by the exhibitors for the benefit of the Carnival expense. But few people took away their exhibits, but showed spirit in leaving their product to be sold at from 25 cents to $5.50.

The Black Diamond Coal Co. operated by Jake Phillips and Jas. Keenan had on exhibition three chucks of coal: 350, 450 and 1200 lbs.

C.B. Hutchison, representative of the Agricultural College at Columbia, who passed judgment on the Carnival corn exhibits, stated that on an average the corn exhibit t was ahead of any exhibit he had seen this year.

The ladies restroom in the Botts and Hoar Hotel provided a source of great

women who converted this lone country into a flourishing land and the exhibits were made by the grandest and best people in the world.

In the “Cozy Corner” was the “Cooking” fresh from the ladies’ ovens.

There were preserves, jellies, and butter on shelves and in cases. There were exhibits of needle work and flowers from the various flower stands.

The exhibit hall was 48 x 100 feet with a canvas top and the ceiling was decorated with corn strung on wires. It was on the front of this building that the artist Warren Hatcher, got in his good work. On each side of the entrance was a representation of a large window made from corn cedar and goldenrod. Over the entrance were the words “King Korn” made of corn. The room at the rear of the hall was loaned by Richards Cash Store for the housing of additional exhibits, it was as Dickens said, “The Old Curiosity Shop.”

Relics from several decades had been brought out of the family safety boxes and spread for the people to see and to contemplate on the instruments and tools with which the hardy pioneers battled for sustenance and against their neighbors.

Friday was designated as “Hannibal and Center” Day and they were in full force. Eleven coaches

were filled, principally with Hannibal and some from New London. The Center people, realizing the coaches would be filled down the line before the train came to Center were not to be outdone.

They decorated three flatcars, provided seats for the ladies and proceeded to fill these cars to their capacity. It was a sight to see. Thursday the train brought in four crowned coaches. On Saturday there were eight coaches and most of them were from New London.

Carnival Notes: The Fox Hunt Friday was largely attended by experienced fox hunters and trained dogs, but the hunt was not a success on account of it being so dry.

A fox could not be trailed.

The managers of the hunt went to a great deal of trouble and were sorely disappointing in not being able to entertain their visitors with a good old fashioned hunt.

The sprinkling of the streets was a great help.

The people from Illinois and Iowa were perfectly astonished at the exhibits and could hardly believe what their eyes beheld. Some of the women from these states begged samples of fruit and corn to take to show to their husbands who are prejudiced to Missouri.

Judge Priest and Field Alfred attended the State Fair at Sedalia and both say the Perry Carnival ex-

convenience and comfort to the ladies and their babies.

“A Girl in a Thousand” was one of the features of the Carnival program.

Competent judges pronounced the play one of the best home talent shows they ever attended.

Each member of the play handling their part with distinction and credit.

The specialty features sketched and staged by Ernest Koons, the piano tuner at the Dye Music House was of a superior nature.

The Parade line-up: First the band, next to the Entre Nous Club Ladies decorated float, Shetland pony rode by little Eva Smith, Misses Bessie Scobee and Effie Cable, advertising the former’s millinery store, L.J. Stark’s delivery wagon, decorated to represent the White House Groceries, Robert

Dye with a wagon full of groceries, representing the Bledsoe & Son business, Robey-Robinson Lumber Co., lumber yard wagon loaded with lumber, Arch Fitzptrick’s wagon covered with vines of different kinds, James Cullen seated in a buggy, advertising Coil & Fairbairn, J.R. Dye, driving a fine team of horses, Harry Elam leading a fine colt, Miss Blanche Wolfenbarger, Fun Wolfenbarger and Edger Dye riding fine horses, Judge Gill seated on a fine stead, O.D. Reese representing a cowboy advertising the Bijou Dream, Masters Thomas McClintic and Meloan Gill riding horses, Charles Westfall riding a fine horse, Clark & Boulware meat delivery wagon, Monroe County rope pullers.

Dear Center Resident: On November 4, 2014 you are being asked to vote “YES” on a bond issue for wastewater improvements for the City of Center. We would like to take a moment to explain why you should vote yes on this issue: • The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has changed their regulations regarding wastewater discharge. These changing regulations are being enforced in most small towns throughout Missouri.

• The system we currently have was designed and has been maintained to last many, many more years. We have not neglected our current system, and nothing we could or should have done would have prevented the need for wastewater upgrades to meet DNR’s new regulations. We have no other feasible options, except to switch to a no-discharge, land application system. The new system will most likely be constructed at our old lagoon site on Rt. P, enabling us to then maintain one property instead of two, which will be a cost saving measure for the City.

• The City of New London passed a $3 million bond issue for wastewater improvements in 2014.

• The City of Perry passed a $1.2 million bond issue for wastewater improvements in 2012.

• If the bond issue passes, the City of Center will use only the amount of funds necessary to bring our system into compliance with DNR’s regulations. We anticipate that amount to be significantly less than the $2 million figure on the ballot.

• The City of Center is eligible for a 50% matching funds grant through the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, which we hope to receive.

• If the bond issue does not pass, the cost to upgrade to a new system will have to be funded by significantly increasing the sewer use fee, which will affect every household in Center. The changes to the system MUST be made. How those changes are funded is up to you, the voter. If the changes are not made in a timely manner, the City of Center will be fined up to $2,500 per day by DNR. Those fines will also have to be funded by an increased sewer use fee.

• The City of Center has one of the lowest sewer rates in the State of Missouri.

• If the bond issue is approved, the City of Center will be changing the rate structure of the sewer use fee, whereby your fee will be based on the amount of water you actually use, rather than a flat rate. The sewer use fee would also be billed monthly rather than annually on your real estate taxes.

• Approval of this bond issue will not increase your property taxes.

• There will be a public hearing held on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2014 at 7 p.m. at Town Hall.

Voters are encouraged to attend. You may also contact any alderman directly, or City Hall at 573-267-3331 with any questions or concerns you may have regarding this issue

Shall the City of Center be allowed to issue bonds up to the sum of Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000) for the purpose of improvements to the wastewater collection and treatment system? This would not result in a property tax increase.

YES NO

Sincerely, CENTER CITY COUNCIL Dennis McMillen, Mayor John Lake, Alderman Shawn Couch, Alderman Jim Gaw, Alderman Branten Ingram, Alderman Paid for by Dennis McMillen, John Lake, Shawn Couch, Jim Gaw and Branten Ingram

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Hansen Continues To Show Advocacy And Support For Public Health Across The State This past month Jim Hansen was awarded the “2014 Legislator of Year Award” given on the behalf of the Missouri Association for Local Public Health Agencies. This award was given to Jim on the state level not only for his commitment and passion to the improvement of public health within the 40th district but across the state as a whole.

Public Health is the backbone of our health care system in Missouri, and local public health departments are essential in providing public health services to promote health and protect Pictured left to right: Jim Hansen (40th District State Representative), Christopher Deeken (Administrator, Pike Co. Health Dept. Home Health & Hospice), Rhonda Stumbaugh (D.O.N. & Community Health Coordinator, Pike Co. Health Dept. Home Health & Hospice)

Perry Christian Church The October 26 worship hour of the Perry Christian Church began with the choir singing “Revive Us Again”. LouAnn Hetrick and Lois Stuart were door greeters. Nancy Kellstrom brought the message. Brenda Duncan was the pianist. We were happy to have the family of both Nancy and Brenda with us.. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Kierstin Ford and Alisha Eisele.

David and Nancy Birch also celebrated a wedding anniversary today.

The walnut gathering will be over this month and plans are made to do it again next October.

Trivia night was held Friday with all ages participating and a good time had by all.

Wanda Shoemate has made a quilt for the CWF to raffle. Tickets are $1.00 each or six for $5.00 and are available from any member of the CWF. Drawing will be on December 1. The beautiful quilt will be on display at area shops until then.

The Praise Hymn was “Awesome God”. On October 29 Georgia Belshe will have a birthday.

Mayor Wasson’s birthday is November 1.

“Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior” led to the morning prayer. Concerns were shown for John Asbury, Randy Smith, members of the Seelow family and the Hansen family. Sympathy is for the families of Del Moss and Rex Fitzpatrick, Jr. The response was “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms”.

The meditation for the Holy Communion was given. “Break Thou the Bread of Life” was sung before sharing the Lord’s Supper. Arlen Provancha and Greg Harrison were elders. Deacons were Chris Johnson, Anthony Elam, David and Wyatt Lewellen.

Pastor Nancy joined

the choir as they sang “I’ve Got Peace Like a River” for the special music.

Alisha Eisele had her children sing “Jesus Loves Me” before telling them of the greatest commandments.

Matthew 22:34-40 was read by Jim Gay for the sermon “Risky Business”.

The question asked and answered was “Why are we here?” Jesus gave the laws from the Book of Moses but summed them all up with the commandments “Love Your God and Love Your Neighbor”.

While it is not easy to follow God’s laws, it is worth the risk.

The invitation hymn “Down at the Cross” was sung. Nancy accepted Taylor Davis’s confession as she came forward. The benediction was given and the service closed singing “Take the Name of Jesus With You”.

The monthly newsletter, “News from Home” is available at the church.

The Harvest dinner will follow the morning service on November 23.

Nancy Kellstrom will be the speaker at the Christmas Eve Service. The CWF will be having a cookie exchange for the next meeting December 7.

Anyone wanting to submit articles for the newsletter may contact Nancy Seelow or Mary Lee Dye. The CWF is also collecting game prizes for them to deliver to the nursing homes. It is especially important to remember our friends during the holidays. Monroe Manor has Judy Itschner, Slim McLaughlin, Carol Billet and Betty Fry. Tri County - Jo Turnbough, Billie Ray, Louise Hurley, Kathryn Gough and Dorothy Diffenderfer. Willow Care - Mae Sheffield, Jo Anne Bumgarner Crestview in Bethany, Ralph Omer Veterans, Mexico and Joan Moss in Moberly..

partment, Home Health & Hospice. Rhonda Stumbaugh received the “2014 Missouri Association for Local Public Health Agencies, Mentor Award”.

Rhonda has been with the Pike County Health Department, Home Health & Hospice for 22 years and has grown to become not only a leader for the organization but a role model for anyone who has an interest in overall public health. Congratulations to both Jim Hansen and Rhonda Stumbaugh on this year’s accomplishments at the state level.

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South Fork Prestyterian Services on Sunday, October 26 began with Patti Grimmett playing “How Great Thou Art” on the piano followed

by Pastor John Grimmett leading in prayer for Amanda; Bryan Carey; the Dell Moss family; Earl Sweitzer; Bobby Gash; Donnie Willingham; Martha Hill; Melissa Conboy; and those in persecution. Happy Birthday was sung to Sandy Jackson, and notice of the Santa Fe Christian Church Lord’s Acre Sale, Nov. 1 at 5 p.m. All said the Lord’s Prayer and the Responsive Reading from Psalm 75.

Singing was led by Debbie Carey to “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name”, “Blessed Assurance”, “Doxology”, “When the Roll is Called Up Yonder” and “God Be With You”.

Pastor John and Patti played guitar as she sang “Revelation Song”.

The message “Ready for Whatever Happens” was based on scripture from Matthew 25:1-13.

There is a lot to be ready for...why don’t we spend more time preparing? As Jesus gives us a parable

the public. However, the benefits of these wonderful organizations are often overlooked. Many of the services provided by local public health departments are “preventative” in nature thus posing intangible and immeasurable benefits. Very few people realize the importance that these organizations have on our community, and that is why as a state we are very proud to have a legislator such as Representative Jim Hansen to stand up and be the voice of these unsung heroes.

One such hero is Rhonda Stumbaugh, with the Pike County Health De-

Pastor John Grimmett

ending in “Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh” Matthew 25:13.

He gives clues as to His return - only the Father knows - but Jesus tells us to be prepared for that day. Whether it be today or tomorrow! The parable of the bride groom is about being prepared for today! Be ready to meet Jesus everyday... there is an oil that never stops flowing - maybe Jesus needs to fill us up with the oil of the Holy Spirit.

Are you ready for Jesus to come back? Ask Jesus to be in your life today!

For we know not what tomorrow may bring...

Patti played “Jesus the Very Thought of Thee” as Kaylee Beckham led the Offertory and all retired in fellowship to Roth Hall for coffee and donuts as she played “Soon and Very Soon”.

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

Located on Rt. E west of Perry.

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573-406-5439 The family of Tommy Ingram would like to thank everyone for the love and support shown to us during the loss of our loved one. Thank you so much for all your prayers during this difficult time.

We greatly appreciated the delicious food provided, lovely flowers sent and the many donations received. Tommy will be missed forever by many, but will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

May God bless each one of you!

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SUPPORT SANDY LANIER! I am writing in support of Sandy Lanier for Ralls County Clerk.

Unfortunately, I have not met or know her opponent.

However I feel she is also a good citizen and qualified for the position. I have not heard Sandy say one derogatory remark against her opponent. This is the way it should be, we have way too much negative campaigning on the state and national levels.

Sandy stresses her positive points and does not dwell on negatives against her opponent. I feel Sandy is qualified for the position of County Clerk having worked in the courthouse for a number of years. She is really concerned about citizens of Ralls County and has sincere feeling for individuals in the county.

Sandy will have a lot more to learn, she knows this, and will do her best to keep the office in a smooth transition.

Study the candidates and vote your choice. But please vote.

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OBITUARIES/CHURCH NEWS

Obituary

Obituary

Rex M. Fitzpatrick, Jr. 1968-2014

Joseph Arch Middleton 1925-2014

Rex M. Fitzpatrick Jr., 45, of Indianapolis, Indiana, and formerly of New London, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2014 at Indiana University Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.

Mr. Fitzpatrick was born December 8, 1968, in Louisiana, to Rex M. Fitzpatrick, Sr. and Carolyn Dotson Fitzpatrick Dietle.

Survivors include his mother, Carolyn Dietle (Richard) of New London, one daughter, Riley Fitzpatrick of Indianapolis, Ind., five brothers, Curt Fitzpatrick of Jefferson City, Farron Fitzpatrick (Rebecca) of Columbia, John Dietle (Kristen) of Center, Jeff Dietle (August) of New London, Chris Dietle of New London, and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and special friends.

He was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Richard Scott Dietle.

Mr. Fitzpatrick was a United States Navy Veteran. He was a graduate of Mark Twain High School, Class of 1987 and later attended Moberly Area Community College. Rex was the owner of Signature Remodeling and Repair in Indianapolis, Ind. He enjoyed playing the guitar and singing with his

daughter. Rex loved all sports and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.

Rex was baptized at Salt River Christian Church.

A memorial service will be held at 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, October 30, at the James O’Donnell Funeral Home in Hannibal. Farron Fitzpatrick and Jamie Page will officiate. Visitation will be from 4:30 p.m. until the time of services Thursday at the James O’Donnell Funeral Home.

Private family burial will be at a later date at Fairview Cemetery in Frankford.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Education Fund for Riley Fitzpatrick or the Donor’s Choice in care of the James O’Donnell Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be made and video tribute may be viewed at www.jamesodonnellfuneralhome.com

NL First Christian Pastor Tom is back after being gone the week of October 19. Many thanks to Allen Clark for filling the pulpuit and to Mary F. Quinlin for serving as worship leader.

On October 29, Pastor Tom will provide worship service at 8:30 a.m. at Perry Christian Academy.

Pastor Tom lead the responsive call to worship, followed by the hymn of praise “Amazing Grace”, and the invocation and Lord’s Prayer in unison.

Worship hymn for today’s service was “Shall We Gather at the River?” Eunie Whitaker shared her joy in that she will be great grandmother in March 2015 of twin great granddaughters.

That is a special joy, indeed. Those in need of prayer include Ray Jarman, Mandy Fleming, Milton Martin, Gene Suddarth, Bud and Fern Arnold, Harry and Ruthie Musgrove, the families of Rex Fitzpatrick, Jr., the famly of Del Moss, the family of Charles “Chuck” Haley and the family of Rik Taylor, as well as those who were unable to worship with us today.

Pastor Tom Day

Pastor Tom then offered the pastoral prayer.

In preparing for the Lord’s supper, the meditation and words of instiution were followed by the communion hymn, “Come Share the Lord.” Those serving at the Lord’s table today were Roger Stout, Connie Ballard, Becky Jarman and Bobbe Winders. Gaylord Winders offered the elder’s prayer.

The receiving of the tithes and offerings was then followed by the prayer of dedication.

Pastor Tom chose scripture from Matthew 22:17-21 and his message was “Whose Image?

Whose Treasure?” We belong to God and he puts his image inside of me and you. All the money we have belongs to him, also. Hymn of invitation was “Sweet, Sweet Spirit” and the benediction followed. First Christian Church of New London extends a warm welcome to all our friends and visitors. Our worship service is at 11 a.m. each Sunday at Fourth & Church Streets.

Joseph Arch Middleton, 88, of Centralia, formerly of Laddonia, passed away at 1:36 p.m., October 25, 2014 at Truman Memorial Veteran’s Hospital in Columbia.

Joseph was born December 10, 1925 in Vandalia, the son of William Roley and Gladys LeMasters Middleton.

He was married to Marilyn Boltz on April 15, 1951 in Kahoka and she survives.

Other survivors include: two sons, David (Cherri) Middleton of Mt. Vernon, and Kenneth Middleton of Columbia; one daughter, Jane Ellen (Reed) Bostick of Columbia; nine grandchildren, Kyle Middleton of Columbia, Brian (Elizabeth) Bostick of Centralia, Kirk Middleton of Kansas City, Adam (Meagan) Bostick of Jackson, Jarrett (Anabel) Middleton of Anchorage, Alaska, Devin Middleton of Mexico, Matthew and Craig Middleton, both of Mt. Vernon, and Krystal (Eric) Katzer of Olatha, Kansas; and nine great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Robert Middleton.

Mr. Middleton was a lifetime area resident and member of the Vandalia First Christian Church.

He was a 1943 graduate of Vandalia High School and then attended Gem City Business College.

He entered the Army on April 4, 1944 and attained the rank of PFC. He was wounded in enemy action November

24, 1944 in Lusse, France and spent almost a year recovering in the hospital. He was honorably discharged on September 15, 1945. He returned to Gem City Business College and received his Bachelors Degree in Accounting in 1946. He worked as a cost accountant for AP Green from 1947 to 1954. He farmed and worked as a rural mail carrier. He retired from farming 1985 and from the postal service on November 30, 1990.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 510 in Laddonia. Joseph was very interested in genealogy and was instrumental in mapping the Laddonia Cemetery.

Services for Mr. Middleton were held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at the Laddonia Christian Church with Reverend Rodger Kiepe and Reverend Finley Price officiating. Burial was in Laddonia Cemetery.

Visitation was Tuesday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Bienhoff Funeral Home in Laddonia.

Pallbearers were Kyle, Kirk, Matthew, Craig, and Devin Middleton, Brian and Adam Bostick and Krystal Katzer.

Honorary pallbearers wer Bob Schlemmer, Jerry Johnson, Joe Remley, Jake Freyer and Burton Hopke.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Missouri Veteran’s Home in Mexico, or the Laddonia Cemetery Association.

Online condolences may be made at www.bienhofffuneralhome.com.

The Church at Ariel The Women at the Well Sometimes like the women at the well we are so caught up in the five husbands and the yours, mine, and ours kids, and the long hours, low paying job, and all the chores and responsibilities that we carry everyday, that even when the Lord asks, draw me up a drink, we resent

New Oakland Baptist

Pastor Tim Sanders

and resist his call to sit and sup with him for a while.

Yet, for those who would draw up to the Lord he gives the living water inside that quenches all thirst forever.

Jesus said to her, “Give me a drink!” Are you getting kinda dry?

to remedy the problem but to no avail. We’re slowly digging our OWN pit deeper and deeper.

Don’t ! Turn to One that wants to solve our every problem. When we really know him we will slowly get lifted out of our despair.

Jesus, yes, knowing and believing in Him and accepting His gift of the cross and His resurrection will take away those awful mistakes we have gotten ourselves into.

God sent His only Son to save ALL. We only must trust and believe in Him. Psalms 40:2 says He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out from the bog and the mire, and set my feet on a hard firm path and steadied me as I walked along. Verse 4 says Many blessings are given to those who trust the Lord, and have no confidence, in those who are proud, or who trust in idols.

The hymn of invitation was “Softly and Tenderly.”

May your heart acknowledge Jesus as Lord and your faith be strengthened for daily living.

We invite you to join us in our service and worship of our Lord. We are Located off route J, behind the Landing Water Park on Oakland Road.

Sunday service is at 11 a.m. Sunday school meets at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study is at 10 a.m. Come on down and be excited to find and know the Lord of all.

Thank you HNB Perry Branch for the best retirement party.

I was smiling all day. Thank you family, friends and customers for making it a wonderful day. Your kindness will always be remembered.

Linda Woodhurst

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Our Deacon Jack Watson welcomed visitors and gave a reminder that next Saturday will be time again to turn back our clocks. He made announcements for November.

On Tuesday, November 18, the WOM meeting will be held at 9 a.m.

They will be making “Stone Soup,” followed by lunch at noon, and the monthly meeting at 1 p.m.

The church will be collecting food for Thanksgiving baskets by the Sunday prior to Thanksgiving delivering “Shoe Boxes.”

Thanksgiving meal for church will be held on Sunday, November 23, following services.

Services at Monroe City Manor will be November 29 at 1:30 p.m.

Prayer requests and praises to the Lord were read including all families who have lost loved ones or have illnesses in their families and anyone in need of prayer. Pray for our government and our men and women in the military.

Special Music by Steve was, “He Lives” and “Mary’s Song.”

Congregational hymns by our New Oakland Singers were “When We All Get to Heaven,” “There’s a Land that is Fairer Than Day,” and “At Calvary.”

Pastor Mark’s message was from Psalms 40: 1-4.

Many times we get ourselves stuck in the muck of today’s way of wrong doings. Then, we sit in despair and shake our heads, and yes, sometimes we weep, not knowing what to do. We, ourselves, try

Pastor Grubb

LLC

Dr. Michael Cole (573) 594-2663

I would appreciate your vote on November 4th for Ralls County Clerk!

To the Voters of Ralls County: November 4th you will have the opportunity to pass a ½ cent 10 year Sunset Sales Tax for the Ralls County Road and Bridge Department.

This tax would replace the ½ cent Courthouse Improvement Tax that expires December 31st, 2014 and would not increase taxes.

This tax would be used exclusively for bridge replacement and offset the rapidly rising cost of fuel and gravel with revenues increasing at a slower rate.

Our state bridge inspection of 2015 shows 21 of our bridges to be in structurally deficient condition. With the current federal and state bridge program the county has to have a 20% match to replace bridges. As funding is now we can replace a bridge every 2 -3 years. The 30% of bridges inspected and deficient does not include and bridges or culverts under 20’ long. If we have funds to replace 20’ structures ourselves it counts toward our 20% matching funds.

With 450 miles of gravel roads our school buses, farmers and citizens use the roads every day. These funds if approved will be only used for Road and Bridge maintenance and contribute to the safety of our citizens.

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SPORTS NEWS Tyler Elledge, Trey Arndt amass 293 yards on the ground, Hooley returns pick six in Tiger 66-6 win Trey Arndt drags two Crystal City Hornets as he carries the ball for the Mark Twain Tigers.

Devin Neff, Maddy Ford, Katie Neff, Kaelee Ogle named XC All Conference On Monday October 20, Mark Twain High School Cross Country team took part in its first ever EMO Conference Cross Country Invitational.

“It was an amazing day!” Said Coach Erin Mack. “I couldn’t have asked for a better race from my athletes! It was a sunny day with a slight breeze - perfect for running! My runners were mentally Wyatt Sharp #31 running in the two-point conversion. prepared and came to compete! They The Mark Twain Tigers Crystal City finally scored completion in 1 attempts had something to prove at this meet routed Crystal City 66-6 in the final period for the for 9 yards.

Mark Twain may be a first year program, in first round of district 66-6 final.

Receiving: Wyatt Sharp but don’t underestimate us!” play. They now move on Elledge led all run- 1 reception for 9 yards.

The Varsity boys team finished in 4th to Monroe City who will ners with 194 yards while Rushing: Elledge 11 place in the EMO Conference! The Allhost the Tigers on Friday, Arndt added 99 yards and carries for 194 yards; Conference awards are as follows: October 31.

Berry and Hamilton 40 Arndt 9/99; Brandon 1st Team All Conference - Devin Neff The Tigers mixed a sol- and 29 respectively.

Hamilton 8/29; Mack 1/3; 2nd Team All Conference - Maddy id defensive with a powEthan Mack had a Loren Carlisle 2/0; HoolFord, Katie Neff, and Kaelee Ogle erful offensive night on perfect day at quarter- ey 1/4; Landon Berry Race results: the ground. back completing his only 3/40; A.J. Wood 3/6.

Varsity Boys The Tigers scored eight pass for 9 yards to Wyatt Defensive statistics 3rd place - Devin Neff 18:48 (medal) rushing touchdowns by Sharp.

Tackles: Carlisle 4, 18th place - James Parker 21:30 five different runners Defensively, Arndt re- Arndt 3, Corey Gilmore 21st place - Grady Franklin 21:57 and added two defensive covered three fumbles 4, Ryan Bailey 3, Landon 22nd place - Corey Cornelius 21:58 scores in the rout. and Hooley had two Berry 3, Seth Harvey 2, 29th place - Brad Tonkinson 23:32 Tyler Elledge led the picks. Holley also led the Hooley 8, Taron Finnigan 35th place - Andrew Ogle 25:06 Tigers on the ground defense in takedowns 1, Hamilton 2, Elledge 3, 39th place - Corbin Eckler 29:08 with touchdown runs of while Corey Gilmore Mack 1, Dalton Hill 3, A.J. Varsity Boys finished in 4th place 55 yards, 23 yards and 4 and Loren Carlisle were Wood 3, Cole Johnson 1, with 75 points overall. yards while Trey Arndt a close second in tackles. Dylan Stout 1, Matthew Varsity Girls added scores with runs of Gilmore and Dalton Hill Lathrom 3, Tucker Bru10th place - Maddy Ford 24:19 (med15 yards, 10 yards and 32 accounted for tackles for enger 1, Nick Davenport al) yards. Donavin Williams a loss.

3, Aidan Epperson 1.

12th place - Katie Neff 24:55 (medal) scored on a 38 yard run, Statistics Tackles for a loss: 14th place - Kaelee Ogle 26:26 Landon Berry scored on a Scoring: (First quar- Gilmore 1, Hill 1.

21st place - Sylvia Astorino 27:49 13 yard run and Brandon ter) Tyler Elledge 55 yard Interceptions: Hooley “This was probably one of the most Hamilton a 1 yard plunge. run; Trey Arndt 15 yard 2 (55 yards). exciting meets we have participated in Defensively, Arndt fumble recovery; Elledge Fumble recoveries: all season!” said Coach Mack. “My athscored a fumble recovery 23 yard run; Arndt 10 Arndt 3 (15 yards). letes were focused and determined to and Brady Hooley had a yard run; Landon Berry The Tigers travel to make an impact at the Conference Invipick six with a 55 yard in- 13 yard run; Arndt 32 Monroe City on Friday, tational. I don’t think I could have asked terception return. yard run; (second quar- October 31 with kickoff for a better run out of them. They put Mark Twain led 42-0 ter) Elledge 4 yard run; set for 7 p.m. in the secin everything they had on this course to after the first quarter and Brandon Hamilton 1 yard ond round of district play. finish as close to the top as possible. As led at the half 58-0. In run; (third quarter) Brady The winner will face the I would meet them at various locations a running clock second Hooley 55 yard intercep- winner of Valle Catholic throughout the course, they just kept half, Mark Twain scored tion return.TOURNAMENT and St. Vincent on the gaining ground and moving up in placSCHEDULE on Hooley’s pick 6 and Passing: Ethan Mack 1 road. es. It was astounding watching them TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE move closer and closer to the front of the pack. This meet took place at Sun Valley Golf Course in Elsberry, and those Marion County Junior High Basketball Tournament TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE Monday Nov. 11 who have been there know the terrain Monday, Nov. 11, Tuesday, Nov. 12, Thursday, Nov. 14 - a lot of hills! My runners didn’t shy Girls 4:45 North Shelby vs Mark Twain Monday Nov. 11 away from them, but hit them head on; Boys Girls 6:00 4:45 North NorthShelby Shelbyvs vsMark MarkTwain Twain not missing a beat in their pace. My athMonday Nov. 11 letes had breakthrough performances at Girls 7:15 Highland vs Marion Co. Boys 6:00 North Shelby vs Mark Twain Girls 4:45 North Shelby vs Mark Twain Mark Twain’s first EMO XC Invitational Boys 8:30 Highland vs Co. Girls 6:00 7:15 North Highland vsMarion Marion and I am proud of all their efforts.”

Boys Shelby vs Mark Co. Twain Mark Twain High School Cross Boys 8:30 Highland vs Marion Co. Girls 7:15 Highland vs Marion Co. Country will go to the Bowling Green Boys 8:30 Highland vs Marion Co. Invitational on October 24. The District Tuesday Nov. 12 Cross Country Meet will be in Bowling Green at the Pike County Fairgrounds Girls 4:45Nov. Highland Tuesday 12 vs North Shelby on November 1.

Tuesday Nov. 12 Boys Highland vs Girls 6:00 4:45 Highland vsNorth NorthShelby Shelby On Friday, October 24, the MTHS Girls vs Shelby XC team traveled to the Pike County 7:15 Highland Marion Co. vs Mark Twain Boys 4:45 6:00 Highland vsNorth North Shelby Fair Grounds in Bowling Green for the Boys vs North Shelby Boys 8:30 Marion vs Twain Girls 6:00 7:15 Highland MarionCo. Co. vsMark Mark Twain Bowling Green XC Invitational. Results Girls 7:15 Marion Co. vs Mark Twain are as follows: Boys 8:30 Marion Co. vs Mark Twain Boys 8:30 Marion Co. vs Mark Twain Varsity Boys 15th - Devin Neff 18:40.00 (medal) Thursday Nov. 14 62nd - Corey Cornelius 21:34.74 63rd - James Parker Girls 4:45 Nov. Mark Twain vs Highland Thursday Nov.14 14 Thursday 21:40.84 Boys Twain vs Highland Girls 6:00 4:45 Mark MarkTwain Twainvs vsHighland Highland Girls 4:45 Mark 68th - Grady Franklin 21:51.88 Girls 7:15 Mark Marion Co. vs North Shelby Boys vs Highland Boys 6:00 6:00 MarkTwain Twain vs Highland 83rd - Brad TonkinGirls 7:15 Boys Co. vs North Shelby Girls 8:30 7:15 Marion MarionCo. Co.vs vsNorth NorthShelby Shelby son 22:59.56

92nd - Corbin Eckler 23:55.68 94th - Andrew Ogle 24:03.97 The Varsity Boys team finished in 9th place with 237 points.

Varsity Girls 22nd - Katie Neff 24:13.24 27th - Kaelee Ogle 24:45.01 28th - Maddy Ford 24:56.32 31st - Sylvia Astorino 25:07.37 JV Boys 32nd - Bobby Higgins 27:47.21 JV Girls 10th - Amber Ferry 30:32.95 (medal) 12th - Anna Gill 31:18.50 It was a sunny afternoon with temperatures reaching into the mid-70’s.

The course was laid out with some flat stretches and a couple of mild hills.

There were over 100 runners in the boys division and just over 60 runners in the girls division. My athlete’s looked strong and confident on Friday afternoon. This was by far the best race I have seen them run. Times are improving, and with the district race just around the corner, it couldn’t have have happened at a better time. Corey Cornelius and Katie Neff both had their best time of the season at this meet. Both James Parker and Kaelee Ogle had their 2nd best time of the season on this course. And Devin Neff is seconds away from setting a new personal best 5K time.

Throughout this season my athlete’s have invested considerable amounts of hard work, effort, and discipline to drop their 5K times. They are running better, looking stronger, and getting faster. The 5K is an endurance race and the stronger your legs are and more fit your body is the faster your 5K time will be. Each runner set very impressive goals and I don’t think any of them have been disappointed in their performances. We are 10 weeks into our season, and after each meet, I am in awe of how much each of them have improved and stay positive to keep getting better.

Our district race will be, again, at the Pike County Fair Grounds in Bowling Green. We have an advantage in knowing the course. We saw several district competitors this past weekend at the Bowling Green Invitational and are working hard this week to advance to the state meet. It’s going to be tough.

There is some fierce competition at this meet. Many of the teams we will face have longstanding programs, but we know what we have to do, as a team and as individuals, if we want to move on. At districts, only the top 15 individuals and top 2 teams will advance to compete at the state level. I believe my athlete’s have worked hard this season and no matter the outcome, I am proud of all their efforts.

The Mark Twain HS cross country team will go back to Bowling Green (Pike County Fair Grounds) on Saturday 11/01/2014 for the District meet.

Class 2 girls will race at 10:00 am and Class 2 boys will race at 11:10 am.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Perry Musique Club has costumed meeting

First Quarter Honors Assembly Held

In no particular order Blue Tiger Card holders are Ashlyn Eisele, Jared Reed, Aimee Ferry, Brianna Wells, Garrett Schoene, Blake Brandon, Paige Eddington, Madylan Jeffries, Macey Salter, Kiona Austin, Alexis Lennox, Samantha Jennings, Caleb Peters, Preston Eckler, Solomon Largent, Haley Branham, Shawn Murfin, Carter Hummel, Shanna Dotson, Logan Mickels, Sharon Leake, Emily Branham, Skyler Lempka, Teddy Lempka, Zane Epperson, and Mackenzie Ogle.

In no particular order Gold Tiger Card holders are Evan Torrence, lauren Williams, Kaden Linderman, Brayden McLeod, Jace Barton, Emma Ross, Lucy Strode, Elizabeth Trower, Kameron Asquith, Dawson Leake, Jessica Stinson, Hannah Smith, Emma Clarkson, Sydnee Brothers, Zoe Miller, Noah Baker, Tori Epperson, and Reagan Shultz.

Mark Twain Junior High School held its first quarter Honors Assembly on Wednesday, October 22. During the Honors Assembly, students that earned at least 75% of their Accelerated Reader Goal, students that attended school at least 90% of the first quarter, and students that achieved at least a 2.5 Grade Point Average (GPA) were honored. In addition, students that met these three criteria, had no more than three tardies, and

did not have an office referral during first quarter were recognized by earning a Tiger Card. Three levels of Tiger Cards can be earned each quarter: Gold, Blue, and White.

Earning a Tiger Card makes a student eligible for the Bengal Bash, items at the Tiger’s Den, and free or half-priced admission to a school event.

On Thursday, October 23, students that earned a Tiger Card took the first quarter Bengal Bash, which was held at

Prairie’s Edge in Bowling Green. While at Prairie’s Edge, student navigated the corn maze and straw maze, enjoyed a hay ride, and fed the animals.

Each student also brought home a pumpkin as a souvenir of the Bengal Bash.

Gold card members attended this trip free, blue card members paid $1, and white card members paid $2. The Junior High PBS committee paid the rest of the costs.

Standing at the entrance to Miss Patti’s house after their Halloween program are Patti Grimmett, Kyle McIntire, Michael Hammond, Elizabeth Trower, Danica Wormington, Miranda Billings, Olive Norton, Audrey Ross and Lucille Norton.

In no particular order White Tiger Card holders are Dayla Gaus, Austin Arnold, Ryan Spoonhower, Tyler Mickels, Jeremiah Ross, Emma Boleach, Justin Pickard, Terry Baughman, Olivia Graves, Brendan Yelton, Logan Stewart, Alyssa Ford, Jacob Terry, Avery Epperson, Mercedeez Trevino, Jonnie Reynolds, Logan Perrigo, Ty Monroe, Brady Sims, Jase Holtschneider, Kirsten Askey, Bellah Epperson, Madison Jensen, Tiara Nix, Kameryn Bailey, Kyla Ingram, Madisen Blumer, Andrea Bono, and Jackson Franklin.

New London Police Report On September 30, Assist RCSD with a traffic stop.

On October 2, Stranded vehicle W. 1st and Hwy. 61.

On October 3, Report of stealing at 113 W. 5th . Follow up investigation resulting in the apprehension and arrest of two subjects for burglary and stealing; report of a 911 open line at 109 W. 6th St.

On October 4, Assist RCSD on a alarm call.

On October 5, Assisted Quincy Police Department in attempting to locate subject.

On October 6, Stealing report taken on College St; report of theft of medicine; notices sent to residences with code violations.

On October 7, Information received regard-

ing subject with warrants.

On October 8, Follow up work done on several letters sent to individuals regarding ordinance violations.

On October 9, Report of a neighbor possibly stealing electric; spoke with subject in regards to information.

On October 10, Checked on traffic complaint at Hwy. 19 and US 61.

On October 11, Found item at Casey’s; private property accident at Abel’s; stealing report was received on W. 5th St.; found item recovered at

Perry Musique Club Jrs. were disguised as princesses, a detective, Little Red Riding Hood, a Cowgirl and Wonder Woman. Piano solos were performed by: Miranda Billings, “Old MacDonald;” Danica Wormington, “Halloween Fun;” Lucille Norton, “Halloween Parade;” Olive Norton, “Creepy Crawly March,” “The Good Witch” and “Creepy Sounds;” Au-

Caseys.

On October 13, Officer on patrol made contact with subjects on school bus parked at elementary school. Bus driver looking for lost item.

On October 14, Report of leave without pay at Abel’s.

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On October 18, Report of Property damage.

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Patti also performed two piano solos: “Hall of the Mountain King” by Edvard Grieg and “Largo”

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There were eight students and their 15 guests and John and Amanda disguised as a scary alien. All children went home with a pumpkin from John’s patch. Guests made up a scary tale and kids pitched pennies into a pumpkin for prizes.

Cookies, popcorn and punch were served.

Perry Area Chamber Meets President Bob Stevener called the meeting to order at 5 p.m. Tuesday, October 21, in City Hall.

The secretary’s report and the treasurer’s report were given and unanimously approved.

Dustin Wasson gave an update on the new signs and provided photos of two different designs for the two 8x16 billboards.

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2014 Ralls County General Election Editor’s Note: Identical questionnaires were sent to the six opposed Ralls County candidates in the upcoming General election.

COUNTY CLERK

Sandy Lanier, Pansy Kolb

Sandy Lanier

Pansy M. Kolb

Office sought: Ralls County Clerk Family information: I have been married to my husband, Mike Lanier, for twenty-four years. We have six children and five grandchildren.

Why are you running for office? I am running for office of County Clerk because I am able to dedicate my full attention and effort to this position.

This is a great opportunity and a personal goal for me to further my career as a public servant.

Give one or two issues that are facing the office you are seeking and how will you possibly remedy these issues: I plan to keep all current personnel in this office to help streamline a new member. I believe that a budget is always an issue that needs constant attention for any county. I plan to reassess the current county’s budget and change it accordingly with what is best for the county.

What qualifications and strengths do you bring to your elected position? The qualifications and strengths that I will bring to this elected position are: six years of courthouse experience, previous accounting and bookkeeping experience, computer skills, extensive customer relations experience, and problem solving abilities.

What do you want the voters of Ralls County to know about you? I want the residents of Ralls County to know that I am a very hard working individual. This will be a very fulfilling personal goal of mine. I am able to perform all duties of this job and proudly represent the residents of Ralls County as the County Clerk How will you break the gridlock facing politicians today? I hope to break the gridlock that faces politicians today by breaking the mold that defines party members. Often people focus on the Democratic and Republican parties and forget to put an emphasis of what voters want and need for their county. Everyone needs to come to the table with an open mind and work together to help the county, state, and federal government thrive and work as a unit together.

Comments: I am asking the residents of Ralls County to please vote for me for Ralls County Clerk.

I will continue to be involved in community activities and events. I will dedicate all of my greatest efforts to this position and to the community. Please vote on November 4th! Thank you.

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Lowell Jackson

Lowell Jackson

Office sought: State Representative 40th DisOffice sought: County Clerk trict Family information: Husband-Bill (40 years); sons, Family information: Married, wife Linda and Kris and Ryan; daughter-in-law, Melissa; and grandwill be 19 years in January son, A.J. Why are you running for office: I believe the Why are you running for office? I have spent a large working Missourians are not being represented part of my life working in the private sector and during as they should.

More jobs and a good health plan that time I have literally watched our small town values would help. and personal freedoms being washed away from under Give one or two issues that are facing the ofour feet. Because of that I have decided it was time for fice you are seeking and how you will possibly me to join the fight to try and reverse that process and remedy these issues? Right to work is not a good that fight starts at the county level. thing for our economy, better wages. Also mean Give one or two issues that are facing the office more taxes and boosts local businesses. you are seeking and how will you possibly remedy What qualifications and strengths do you these issues: The office of County Clerk is a relatively bring to your elected position?

Hold county closed area of government so it is hard to know what elected positions, small business owner and value issues might exist. I do know from past experience the art of working for the best of the public. that there are always areas and processes that can be What do you want the voters of Ralls County streamlined and improved on. If I am elected I will use to know about you? If elected I will treat everyone all my past experience to try and find real solutions to the same as I have in the past. Everyone deserves any areas I find that might need attention. to be treated with respect and dignity regardless What qualifications and strengths do you bring of age, race or gender. I will work for Missourians to your elected position? I spent six years in the U.S. (first).

Army doing bookkeeping and accounting as the senior How will you break the gridlock facing politiChaplin’s assistant at the main post chapel at Ft. Bliss, cians today? Compromise, failure or working toTexas and in Seoul Korea. In addition to bookkeeping gether, everyone loses Missourians deserve better. and accounting I was responsible for helping to oversee Comments: Thank you for another chance to civilian contracts and contractors along with civilian meet the voters. employees working at the various satellite chapels. We had to verify that the proper work was being done and OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE done on the budget. I am also a graduate of Regents Saturday, OPEN HOUSE Saturday, November November 1 1 College in Albany, New York with a degree in Applied Nursing Science. While I was in the Army I received Saturday, November 1 10am 4pm 10am --4pm advanced training in management and leadership.

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Candidates Answer Questionnaire

The following are their answers without edit. The order was determined by the official ballot order.

40TH DISTRICT STATE REPRESENTATIVE

Jim Hansen

RALLS COUNTY PRESIDING COMMISSIONER

Wiley Hibbard, Robert (Bob) See

Robert (Bob) See Jim Hansen

Wiley Hibbard

Office sought: 40th District State Representative Family information: Wife, Cindy; three childrenall graduates of University of Missouri, Columbia (Erin, Brad and Brett), and son-in-law Donald and grandson Ty. Why are you running for office? Seeking my second term to be a common sense voice for the issues that impact the lives of citizens in the 40th District and state.

Give one or two issues that are facing the office you are seeking and how you will possibly remedy these issues: Economy-Will work to create a positive business climate for small and large businesses to expand in our area and state, and to help attract new businesses. There are 2,148 small businesses in the 40th District. Serving on the State Economic and Development Committee gives me a voice on the issues. Workforce Development-A big part of the economic development is making sure we have a well educated and trained workforce for the future. I support funding and training to meet these challenges.

What qualifications and strengths do you bring to your elected position? Background in education and business. Have leadership skills from my life experiences as a vice president for a major insurance company, former teacher/coach working with youth, and serving on several boards; i.e., Hannibal School Board, United Way, Police Athletic League, YMCA, President of Y’s Men Club, Pike County Board of Trustees for Health Department, PCHD Non-Profit Board, and Ariel Baptist Church Board. Volunteered with Habitat for Humanity.

What do you want the voters of Ralls County to know about you? I have the education, work background and life experiences to represent them in Jefferson City, and I stay well-informed on the issues that affect this district. One issue I have focused on is Agriculture, the #1 industry in Missouri, and supported the right to Farm amendment to protect agriculture. Was also able to get appropriated and passed one million dollars for vo-tech education.

Also, when a constituent contacts me with a concern, I work hard to resolve it for them.

How will you break the gridlock facing politicians today? It is my goal to move the district and state forward for all of our citizens and to work together in Jefferson City, listening to all sides of the issues.

Comments: My first term has been a great experience. One of the best things about it has been the opportunity to develop new relationships and make new friends in the 40th district. As a result of my efforts, I have been endorsed by the NRA, Missouri Right to Life, National Federation of Independent Businesses, awarded “Friend of Agriculture”

by Missouri Farm Bureau, and selected “Legislator of the Year” by Missouri Association of Local Public Health Agencies. The committees I serve on are Economic Development, Emerging Issues in Agriculture, Insurance and Veterans.

Office sought: Presiding Commissioner of Ralls County Family information: Married to Susan Atkins Hibbard for 34 years. One son Thomas Hibbard, 31 years.

Why are you running for office? Budget concerns.

The county has been spending more than we receive in taxes for the last three years. This can not go on. I want to represent everyone in the whole county regardless of their political party affiliation, where they live, or how much money they make. To ensure that property owners never have to fight the fight we are fighting now to keep foreigners from taking our land.

Work with Mayors and City Council members to expand opportunities with in our county. Be a partner with adjoining land owners in the maintenance and improvement of the roads and bridges in Ralls County Give one or two issues that are facing the office you are seeking and how you will possibly remedy these issues? Again the Budget needs to brought into balance. Our reserves are very, very low and a spending slow down is needed. Establish a longer term sustainable financial plan for the County. I want to work closely with the Sheriff and the other County office holders who I have known for many years.

What qualifications and strengths do you bring to your elected position? I have a BS in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting from HLG. I have managed a small business with 30 employees for 14 years and have gained valuable experience and skills. By being President of the Ralls County Ambulance District I was able to work with others to establish a new building in New London and I would like to use that experience to help the County.

What do you want the voters of Ralls County to know about you? I am a man of Faith.

How will you break the gridlock facing politicians today? Communication, working side by side with everyone. Stop blaming others and work with them to help the people. We have to stop counting the R and D behind the names and start getting behind the residents and taxpayers of the county.

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Office sought: Presiding Commissioner Family Information: My wife Kathleen and I have been married for 42 years. We have six sons living in Center, Kirksville, St Louis, Chicago, San Diego, and northern California.

Why are you running for office? I am running to serve the citizens of Ralls County in a fair and impartial manner and to assist in increasing the economic opportunities available to those wanting to better themselves, and have an opportunity to work and live in Ralls County.

Give one or two issues that are facing the office you are seeking and how you will possibly remedy these issues? My first priority is the County roads and bridge maintenance and our rapidly rising costs and slowly rising revenues: We are attempting to change the Courthouse Improvement tax, which will sunset (expire) at the end of this year, to a Road and Bridge Tax. This revenue would only be used for road and bridge maintenance, and would not increase taxes.

My second issue is the safety of our community as a result of drug manufacturing and trafficking: Working with the Sheriff to update his equipment and manpower while maintaining or lowering his expenses is crucial to our county’s safety. This will further allow the Sheriff to respond to all calls of all types.

Thirdly, lack of economic growth in the County: Working in concert with our U.S. Congressman I have been active in trying to move forward with the plans for a destination resort/convention center at Mark Twain Lake and a proposed truck stop in New London. I continue to participate with the Moberly Regional Economic Development Council and the Mark Twain Economic Council promoting the positive aspects of Ralls County.

What qualifications and strengths do you bring to your elected position? As a naval veteran of 10 years, I developed critical thinking skills which have served me well in both my professional and personal life. Working my way to an executive position for a Fortune 500 company, managing a $40 Million budget and a staff of over 100 highly skilled technical specialists has more than prepared me for managing and improving the business of Ralls County.

What do you want the voters of Ralls County to know about you? I CHOSE to live in Ralls County. I moved here 12 years ago, have built my home here and been an active participant in my community. I have lived in northeast Missouri for a total of 25 years raising my family here. While I had to move away in order to pursue my career, I have chosen to come back to the area that captured my heart 40 years ago. My father was a career Army officer. During the years my father served I lived in Florida, Louisiana, Texas, Missouri, Panama, and Germany. While serving in the Navy I spent 7 ½ years in the Far East. This gave me an excellent opportunity to see many different cultures and different governments’ effects on people.

How will you break the gridlock facing politicians today? I already have, in my first term when I entered office; the Commission was alienated from the other offices. The other elected officials and visitors were not welcome at commission meetings. When discussing an issue I deliver my side of an issue in a courteous manner and listen with an unbiased ear to others, then vote what is best for the County. In this manner we have been able to have the other elected officials come in and voice their opinions, address issues, ask “what can the County Commission do to assist their offices to improve the service to the Citizens of Ralls County?” At the end of the day it is the elected officials that know their needs. It takes teamwork from all County offices to manage the county services. Please check the voting record, I am one of three votes, and about 95% of all the votes were unanimous.

I have been able to work closely with the city of New London to help bring a new business to the city, which will have 45 full time jobs. Also I am working with the city of Monroe City to bring a 20 million expansion business to the Ralls County Enterprise Zone, which will have 125 high paying jobs.

Comments… I believe my record of unbiased service to all, encouraging courthouse teamwork, and promoting county business development warrants a second term.

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2014 SAMPLE BALLOT ABSENTEE BALLOTS The Ralls County Clerk’s Office will be open Saturday, Nov. 1, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 12 noon for the purpose of absentee voting for the GENERAL ELECTION to be held on November 4th, 2014.

I, Ernest E. Duckworth, County Clerk/Election Authority within and for the county of Ralls do hereby certify the above and foregoing is a true and correct list as certified to me by Jason Kander, Secretary of State, State of Missouri, of the candidates entitled to be voted for the General Election to be held November 4, 2014. The polling facilities for Ralls County will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I hereunto set my hand and affixed my Seal Done at my office this 25th day of September, 2014.

Ernest E. Duckworth (SEAL) Ralls County Clerk & Election Authority

ABSENTEE BALLOTS AVAILABLE FOR THE NOVEMBER 4TH, 2014 GENERAL ELECTION The Ralls County Clerk’s Office will be open from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, Saturday, November 1, 2014 for absentee voting.

Applications for an absentee ballot may be made by the applicant in person, by mail, or by their guardian or relative within the second degree by consanguinity of affinity.

Each application shall be made to the election authority or the jurisdiction in which the person is or would be registered. Each application shall be in writing and shall state the applicant’s name, address at which he or she is or would be registered, his or her reason for voting an absentee ballot and the address to which the ballot is to be mailed, if mailing is requested.

For any absentee ballot to be mailed, the application must be received by the election authority (county clerk) by 5 p.m. Wednesday, October, 29, 2014. Individuals may vote an absentee ballot in person at the Ralls County Courthouse located at: 311 South Main, New London, MO, in the Ralls County Clerk’s Office until 5 p.m. on November 3, 2014.

Ernest E Duckworth Ralls County Clerk

NOTICE OF NOVEMBER 4TH, GENERAL ELECTION Notice is hereby given that a Primary Election will be held in the County of Ralls on Tuesday, November 4, 2014, between the hours of 6 a.m. and 7 p.m.

ELECTION POLLING PLACES

The following locations have been selected as the polling places for the General Election to be held Tuesday, November 4, 2014, in Ralls County.

Saverton (1-2-3): New London (4): Oakwood (5-6): Center (7-8):

Liberty (9):

Perry (10):

Hassard (11):

Saverton Community Church, 12613 Saverton Dr, Saverton, MO Ralls County Courthouse, 311 S Main St, New London, MO Altorfer Machinery, 3520 Moberly Dr, Hannibal, MO Center Town Hall, 101 S Public, Center, MO Spencer Creek Baptist Church, Hwy P, Vandalia, MO Perry City Hall, 127 E Main St, Perry, MO Hassard Elevator, 11523 Hwy J, Monroe City, MO

NOTICE OF PUBLIC TEST ON VOTING MACHINES The Ralls County Clerk’s Office will hold a Public Test on the voting machines on Friday, October 31, 2014 at 10 a.m. in the basement of the Ralls County Courthouse in New London, Mo. The public is invited to attend.

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, RALLS COUNTY, MISSOURI Judge or Division: PROBATE Case Number:14RLPR00038 In the Estate of BESSIE H. HOFFMAN, Deceased.

NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED

(Independent Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of BESSIE H. HOFFMAN, Decedent: On September 24, 2014, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individual(s) was (were) appointed the personal representative(s) of the estate of BESSIE H. HOFFMAN, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Ralls County, Missouri. The personal representative(s) may administer the estate independently without adjudication, order, or direction of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court, unless a petition for supervised administration is made to and granted by the court. The name, business address and phone number of the personal representative(s) is: CAROL SUE COUCH, 205 SOUTH CENTER STREET, CENTER, MO 63436 (573) 267-3780 The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is: DAN K. ERDEL, 100 N. JEFFERSON, MEXICO, MO 65265 (573) 581-5290 All creditors of said decedent are notified to tile 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: May 8, 2014 Date of first publication: Oct. 9, 2014 GINA JAMESON, CIRCUIT CLERK TERRY ROSS, 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: October 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2014

NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION

To all persons interested in the ESTATE OF JUSTIN ROBERT SMOOT, DECEASED: You are hereby notified that the undersigned Personal Representative of said estate will file Final Settlement and Petition for Distribution on the 24th day of November, 2014 in the 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.

SHAWNA L. SMOOT PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE BRISCOE, RODENBAUGH & BRANNON Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 446 New London, Missouri 63459 Telephone: (573) 985-3411 ATTORNEYS FOR ESTATE Published on: October 23, 30, November 6 and 13, 2014

NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION

To all persons interested in the ESTATE OF ANDREW W. LEAKE, DECEASED: You are hereby notified that the undersigned Personal Representative of said estate will file Final Settlement and Petition for Distribution on the 24th day of November, 2014, in the 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.

CHRIS WAYNE BLACK PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE BRISCOE, RODENBAUGH & BRANNON Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 446 New London, Missouri 63459 Telephone: (573) 985-3411 ATTORNEYS FOR ESTATE Published on: October 23, 30, November 6 and 13, 2014 IN THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, RALLS COUNTY, MISSOURI

Judge or Division: DAVID C. MOBLEY Case Number: 14RL-PR00041 In the Estate of MARVIN C. YAGER SR., Deceased.

NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED

(Supervised Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of MARVIN C. YAGER SR., Decedent: On October 17, 2014, the

following individual was appointed the personal representative of the estate of MARVIN C. YAGER SR., 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: MARVIN CARL YAGER JR., 313 WEST HOME STREET, VANDALIA, MO 63382 (573) 594-2643 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, 573-9853411 All creditors of said decedent are notified to tile 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: October 8, 2014 Date of first publication: October 30, 2014 GINA JAMESON, CIRCUIT CLERK TERRY ROSS, 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: October 30, November 6, 13 and 20, 2014 IN THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, RALLS COUNTY, MISSOURI Judge or Division: DAVID C. MOBLEY Case Number: 14RL-PR00040 In the Estate of

JUANITA M. SEE, Deceased.

NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED

(Supervised Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of JUANITA M. SEE, Decedent: On October 17, 2014, the following individual was appointed the personal representative of the estate of JUANITA M. SEE, 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: JOHN W. BRISCOE, 423 S. MAIN, P.O. BOX 446, NEW LONDON, MO 63459-0446, 573-985-3411 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, 573-9853411 All creditors of said decedent are notified to tile 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 8, 2014 Date of first publication: October 30, 2014 GINA JAMESON, CIRCUIT CLERK TERRY ROSS, 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: October 30, November 6, 13 and 20, 2014

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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.

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Thursday, October 30, 2014 The Ralls County Herald-Enterprise

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COMMUNITY NEWS

PCA classes enjoy day of fun

Perry Christian Academy’s Kindergarten, first and second grade students enjoyed a nice fall day of fun. The students, teachers and many parents visited the Prairie’s Edge corn maze in Bowling Green. They enjoyed the corn maze,

hayrides, and hay bale maze and also fed goats. Pedal tractors were also a big part of the day. Everyone was sent home with a pumpkin. At lunch time, everyone went to the Bowling Green park for a sack lunch and play time.

Second grade class, left to right: first row - Kade Spears; second row - Caleb Spencer, Ethan Griggs, Grant Van Horn, Brady Roland, Grace Smith, Boomer Franklin, Anthony Duncan, Sam Northcutt and Maylee Scranton,; third row - Rachel Hodges and Caden Smith

Westview

that will be renovated.

The outdoor area where resident take their structured smoke breaks will soon have more flowers and bird feeders. Next spring Warren would like to see the two larger outdoor areas have more plants and benches so residents can enjoy the outdoors. “Our goal is to create a facility where people enjoy coming to work and where families feel comfortable when leaving loved ones,” adds Warren.

In addition to the nursing home wings there is also a Special Need Unit for those who have diminished mental capacities.

“We are a Skilled Nursing Facility with high acuity care for our residents with behavior issues,” said Warren. “Many of them have complex medical needs and are starting to age. We have a special team trained to care for them.”

One of the special events at Westview is a monthly Fancy Dinner Night. Employees dress in black and white and serve the residents a special meal. They have had steak and potato, Italian lasagna, and fried chicken meals so far. Family members are invited to join the residents for these meals.

Warren plans an Administrator Book Club which will meet twice a week and has had a “fishing with the administra-

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At present there are 50 employees at Westview, which makes it one of the largest businesses in Center. Therapy sessions are provided by skilled therapists and several people come to receive outpatient therapy.

While most residents have family members who visit, some residents have no family and no friends.

“I want us to become their family, their friends,” said Warren. “I want them to look at us and see what a family looks like, to see what love looks like.”

Heading back indoors, music from Charley “the piano man” echoed down the hall as residents rolled or strolled the hallways.

Despite the painting and ladders there was already a more homelike atmosphere reflected on both residents’ and employees’ faces.

Westview is reaching out to the community to come see them and engage with the residents. School clubs, 4-H clubs, church groups and civic organizations are all invited to contact Westview and become part of the “Westview family.” A Fall Fun Festival will be held Thursday, October 30, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

The public is cordially invited to come join the fun with face painting, games and candy.

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The Ralls County Herald-Enterprise • rallshe.com

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