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VOLUME 145, NO. 30

Chris Johnson new Paris R-II District Superintendent

Paris R-II has a new Superintendent...

New Paris R-II Superintendent Chris Johnson, center, with central office staff, Erin DeOrnellas, left, and Crystal Poliuto.

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Paris R-II School District has a new superintendent. Superintendent Nancy Henke has retired and Elementary Principal Chris Johnson was named to fill the vacant position.

The new district superintendent grew up in the Versailles area and graduated form Versailles High School.

Superintendent Johnson received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Northwest Missouri State University (Marysville); her Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from Central Methodist University, in Fayette; her Education Specialist from the University of Missouri – Columbia; and is working on her PhD in Education at Mizzou.

“It is more about building on my current skills,” said Superintendent Johnson on her new position strengths. “I have good people skills; I feel I am a good listener and I can relate to the community.”

“With all the changes in DESE (Department of Elementary and Secondary Education), the changes in core standards, the new evaluation system and the No Child Left Behind waiver I am the main DESE contact and need to keep up to date on all

those changes and what the district needs to do to maintain correct reporting,” said Superintendent Johnson. “With the NCLB waiver we are now evaluated as Priority, Focus and Reward. We now have one overall accountability system. There will no longer be a designated School of Distinction program. This program is a three year cycle to allow for collection of data.”

Superintendent Johnson noted that she will really miss the daily interaction with students but she noted that she would “I am excited about being superintendent,” said Superintendent Johnson. “I want to make sure I do this job to the very best of my ability and do what I need to do for the students in Paris.”

Why did Principal Johnson go into education as her career path?

“I love kids,” said Johnson. “My third grade teacher made such an impression on me that I knew I wanted to do this (be in education).”

What is the biggest challenge facing educators today?

I believe time is the biggest challenge facing educators today,” said Superintendent Johnson in an earlier interview.

“With budget cuts the way they are and the amount of curriculum we are expected to teach there is never enough time to do everything that needs to be done. But everyone I know feels that way - there’s never

enough time in the day.”

Superintendent Johnson’s educational philosophy includes: “First and foremost is the question that guides all my decisions, “What is best for the students?”

That being said, I believe that educational administration is leading the faculty, staff, students, parents, and local community towards excellence. Communication and transparency is a key factor in that goal.

Management and leadership are two components in developing an outstanding school. Management involves the daily tasks of keeping the school running efficiently. Leadership involves building relationships, creating a vision, and leading the learning community towards that vision. As an administrator, I believe that I should possess the following characteristics: consistency, organization, cooperation, enthusiasm, honesty, flexibility, compassion, knowledge, and the quest to always learn. It is my goal to always improve on these characteristics, so that I may help others learn and grow. I dedicate myself to lifelong learning through experiences from interacting with students, parents, teachers, other colleagues, or everyday life experiences.

In conclusion, an effective and successful educational administrator must be an expert in public relations, proactive in Continued to page 9

Education members.

It was noted that the next regular board meeting and tax rate hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 15, at 6 p.m., and Special Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 2, at 4:30 p.m.

Principal Reports Elementary Principal Wendi Wood presented the Elementary School report to the Board of Education members.

It was reported out of an approved closed session that the board members offered Pearse Hutson an extra duty contract for band and choir.

With no further business the board members adjourned at 9:15 p.m.

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Paris R-II Board of Education approves handbook changes City of Paris to perform

President Libby Williams called the regular board meeting of the Paris R-II Board of Education to order at 7:04 p.m., on Wednesday, July 18.

Danielle Wheelen presented a slideshow about her band trip to the board members.

The board members approved the consent agenda including: minutes of the June 14, Special Board Meeting; June 20, Regular Board Meeting; June 29, Special Board Meeting; and July 09, Special Board Meeting; Financial statement and bills presented for payment; Transfer of Funds (Bond Issue to Fund 4: $21,553.42); Attendance report; Transportation report; and substitute teacher.

Bids for Diesel Fuel: The board members approved the diesel fuel bid from MFA for 6,000 gallons of fuel at $3.268 per gallon.

Milk prices: The price of extra milk was left at the current price of $.35 per carton for this school year.

Secondary Handbook Changes: The board members approved the junior high and high school handbook changes as presented. The changes focused on intermediate consequences in the handbook, i.e. a new section was added to bullying including mocking and ridiculing which carries a lesser punishment. It allows the princi-

pals to give out a lesser punishment the first time than the previous editions of the handbook allowed.

Elementary Handbook Changes: The board members approved the elementary school handbook changes as presented.

The main changes to the elementary handbook regarded the non-use of peanuts in the cafeteria. There will be no peanut products served with lunch and there will be a peanut free table. Also a section on A Cubed was added to the handbook.

A+ Handbook Changes: The board members approved the A+ handbook changes as presented.

Teacher Evaluation Form: The board members approved the teacher evaluation form as presented replacing form #4610.1.

Bids The board members approved the bid for two dishwashers including installation from Area Distributors for $9966.88.

The board members approved the bid for carpet from Brown’s Carpet for the Elementary classroom and Central Office at $5,013.07.

Superintendent’s Report and Communications Superintendent Johnson presented the Superintendent’s report to the Board of

All of Missouri’s 114 counties were declared primary disaster areas last Tuesday, July 19, enabling farmers to access federal assistance. The announcement by USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack came as Gov. Jay Nixon toured the state to visit farmers and ranchers affected by the ongoing drought.“ This designation can help livestock and crop farmers across the state who are suffering great losses because of the heat and lack of rain,” Nixon said. “We’re going to continue to stand with farmers during this ongoing disaster and afterward, to help

with their recovery. This designation is part of that process.”

More than half of the continental United States is now in a moderate to extreme drought, but Missouri is particularly dry.

That’s the widest area since 1956.

A disaster designation allows eligible farmers to be considered for assistance from the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA), including FSA emergency loans.

In addition to keeping an eye on crops and livestock, producers should document any losses or additional costs experienced as a result of weather events, including drought. That information is often required for producers to be eligible for physical and/or production loss loan assistance from the FSA, as well as other assistance programs.

According to Paris City Superintendent Phillip Shatzer, the City of Paris plans to start smoke testing of the sanitary sewer system next week; weather permitting.

The testing will assist in locating improper connections of downspouts and sump pumps to the system and to locate breaks or defects. The city is experiencing high volumes of storm water entering the sanitary sewer system and is required by the Department of Natural Resources to reduce these levels.

“The city is required to reduce our in-

flow and infiltration,” said Superintendent Shatzer.

It was noted that residents might see smoke coming from vent stacks on buildings or from holes in the ground. Don’t be alarmed.

“The smoke has no odor, is non-toxic, non-staining, does not create a fire hazard, and will dissipate in a few minutes,” said Superintendent Shatzer.

Property owners will be contacted or a notice will be placed on the front door at Continued to page 9

All Missouri counties now primary disaster areas

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Brooke Rentschler Raises over $1,000 for Relay For Life...

Showing dedication coupled with determination, Brooke Rentschler, daughter of Ali and Lee Rentschler personally raised over $1,000 for this year’s Relay For Life of Monroe County. Left to right, Eastern Missouri Region Vice-President Craig Boring, Ali Rentschler, Brooke Rentschler and Ginger Hodson, ACS Community Manager. “This is a significant milestone and this is special because Brooke is the first one in Monroe County to ever reach this goal,” said Boring. “ I worked really hard and promised myself I was going to raise $1,000 for my grandfather Warren Hunt,” said Brooke Rentschler. “Never stop working, work hard!,” said Brooke to other Relay fundraisers. “She is a hard worker, she set her mind to it and she did it," said Mom Ali. Brooke Rentschler is the first youth in Monroe County to break the $1,000 fundraising barrier.

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Tax Cuts for the Wealthy - Bad Idea?

Back when the Republican presidential candidates were trying to take positions to the right of each other, we heard at least five of them were for eliminating the capital gains tax. That tax is on the profits that you make when you sell an asset for more than what you paid for it. Mitt Romney was also for elimination of the tax at that time but only for the middle class.

Most recently you don’t hear very much about eliminating the capital gains tax but Mr. Romney has not said he would retain it in any form if he is elected either. The why of saying you will either do away with or never increase capital gains taxes can make raising political money much easier. The tax is paid mostly by the wealthy.

About 25% of the 2009 tax was paid by households that earned at least $250,000 and in most years the largest part of the tax was paid by those households with income of $1 million or more.

Those who would eliminate the tax should also be willing to tell us how they would replace the $574 billion lost over the next five years of budget deficits and slow recovery. The tax rate has slid from 40% in 1977 to 15% now for gains held at least one year, much lower than personal and business tax rates.

But then there are ways to delay or eliminate some of the taxes. There is a $500,000 exemption on private residences for a couple. Creators of small businesses can exempt 75% of their gain and IRAs and 401(k) plans are all tax deferred.

The vast difference between corporations that pay corporate income taxes of up to 35% of their profits and others who pay no taxes on profits because of the loopholes and escape clauses of our tax code can hardly argue that investors pay double taxation on corporate and capital gain taxes.

The real solution is to eliminate corporate deductions and use the savings to reduce the corporate rate substantially. Then set a budget for government spending of 20% of GDP and that spending cuts and tax increases if any, be used to raise or cut income to balance the budget at that 20% level whatever that figure is each year.

The sane approach is to determine the right size of government and how to raise the revenue to sustain it at that size. This is the way to manage a government and an economy.

Those who would push for tax cuts for the wealthy are not in step with the logic or planning that will be necessary for the future.

RJF

Just Ask Dave...

by David Eales Publisher/Editor

appeal@parismo.net C=CWT Can you solve the algebraic problem to A2 the left of this column? I admit it is not a common problem. Even Josh Ebbesmeyer might have a hard time solving this equation. Algebra is not a subject that sees many students brighten up when there is a test (sorry Mrs. Rinz). But it is a subject that has rules and is consistent time and time again,. Really this problem is pretty simple and it is very important - especially to small towns like Paris, Madison, Holliday and even Monroe City.

The equation in its simplest state is C or Cause = David Eales CWT or Community Working Together over A2 or Action squared.

In a small town people go about their business day in and day out participating in their own work, activities and organizations, but when the need arises the community bands together for the common good of a cause. A good case in point is the recent fire that destroyed the family home of a newly married couple. No sooner had the fire engines departed the scene than the community rallied to their support. Plans were made, donations were made, places to live were made available and the ‘community machine’ started putting things in place to help raise money and collect household items for the young couple. There was a cause and the hoi polloi (If you a Mr. Smith Goes To Washington fan you know the reference, if not, then it means the regular people, the masses) mobilized. That is the way it is here in small town USA. Another witness of the equation was the recent Jacquie Stuart 5K Barn Fundraising Run/ Walk organized by two Madison high school girls to honor their 4-H Leader. These two enterprising young ladies had an idea, brought it to fruition and then the community stepped in and made their dream a reality. Over 70 individuals stepped to the starting line for the inaugural run/walk to participate in the event that had started in the minds of two of our youth. The same could be said for the Pink Out Basketball game, another idea of two of our youth, this time a Paris duo, that raised a large amount of money to further the dream of their 4-H leader to see a barn at the fairgrounds.

The last recent example of this unique yet common equation is the annual 2012 Monroe County Fair Livestock Sale that smashed records and saw our youth recognized for their hard work and determination in support of agriculture and livestock.

Yes the equation is a simple one but it can be solved only when the community bands together as ours has done time and time again this past year as we have faced trial after trial.

Monroe County Cancer Supporters, Jacquie Stuart Barn Fund, Barking Butterfly Bakery, Relay For Life of Monroe County, and others have stepped to the forefront and rallied the community to a cause. C=CWT This simple equation is why we live where we do. We A2 know the community has our back!

Have a great week!

Dave

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her 96th birthday last week. She is remarkably well preserved and in good health, and among the oldest people in the county.

All yesteryears are reprinted in the exact text of the original issue

90 Years Ago July 21, 1922

The road running north from Paris to the Shelby county line promises to be the best road ever built in the county. It is approximately 50 feet wide, perfectly rounded and well drained.

Mrs. Susan Caplinger, mother-in-law of Mrs. Mahala Caplinger, of Paris, who is still active and does most of her own housework, recently celebrated her ninety-sixth birthday at her home in Moberly, where she has resided for the past 30 years.

Tourist business in Paris is looking up.

During the last few days the number of tourist cars passing through Paris has been on the increase until residents are reminded of the days of previous summers, when hardly an hour went by without the passing of a half dozen or more touring parties.

Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Scobee, of Idaho, spent the weekend with relatives in the Paris vicinity. It was Floyd’s first homecoming in years and first visit for his wife.

A.Y. Dobyns, formerly manager of the Parvin-Clark store, at Paris, is planning to open a variety and dry goods store in the Parvin-Clark room as soon as the present stock is moved.

The coal strike and railroad strike having stopped coal shipments, it was found necessary to get fuel for the power plant at Paris from local mines and three are now getting out coal or getting ready to. The city’s plant needs about four and a half tons a day to run.

75 Years Ago July 29, 1937

A family reunion was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Will Boyer southwest of Paris, Thursday, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Shraker and daughter of Lockhart, Texas.

The W.E. Riley barn south of Madison was destroyed by fire after it was struck by lightening, Friday night. No stock was killed, but farming equipment and feed, including 10 loads of sheaf oats, were burned.

Lawrence Lee Elam, of Paris, was accepted for enlistment in the United States Navy at St. Louis, Tuesday.

For the first time in several years there are five vacant houses in the two blocks of Cooper Avenue, among the best residence streets in Paris.

Machines for grinding grain are being run overtime in Paris feed stores. Farmers are having wheat, oats and barley converted into ground feed for their livestock.

The grain is proving a great relief from high priced corn.

Dr. Russell Nolen, son of Mrs. Kate Nolen, of Paris, has been elected to a position in the Department of Economics of the University of Illinois, going from the State Teachers College, at Carbondale, Ill., to his new post.

Dick McClain, state highway department employee, has moved to New London, where he is working on the concrete road project. Bert Mutersbaugh, Roy Linson and R.C. Alverson, of Paris, are also working on the project, but are driving from here daily.

25 Years Ago July 23, 1987

50 Years Ago July 26, 1962

Monroe Countians turned out in force Saturday for the first visit of the Bloodmobile to Monroe County during this fiscal year, which started July 1, and gave 146 pints of blood, three more than the quota of 143.

The two banks at Paris provided one dollar for each new blood donor, the money to be used in financing the 4-H leaders’ trip to Washington, D.C. E.S. Matteson, of Paris, Veteran University of Missouri extension livestock specialist, was presented a gold watch in ceremonies at the Missouri Livestock Association meeting recently in Columbia.

City men this week began work on installing a new 8-inch water line to the new high school building. It leaves Locust Street at the west end and runs south across the Carl Dawson and John Arnold properties for 3,400 fee.

The Paris Khoury League, coached by Caskie Painter, is tied with Wellsville for first place in the league.

Golf players from the Paris Country Club placed third in a golf tournament at Montgomery City Sunday.

Playing for Paris was Dr. F.A. Barnett, Mike Halliburton, Dick Noel, Sadler, Benson, Moore, Delaney, Randegger, Yusko, and Barr.

Miss Ardyth Johnston, Hannibal, granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.H. Shadwell, of Paris, placed third last Friday evening in the Miss Missouri contests at St. Joseph.

Mrs. Minnie Wilson, of Paris, reached

Nearly 140 people turned out last Wednesday night for the first annual Industry Appreciation Banquet in Paris. Bob Riley was the chairman of the Chamber committee responsible for the banquet and he said Tuesday they were “very pleased” with the turnout for the event.

Cole, 3, and Guy, 5, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Jay Mitchell, of Paris, were but two of the many youngsters who rode the kiddie cars at the carnival at the Paris fairgrounds Monday night.

Mrs. Mark (Sandy) Ensor was honored with a baby shower Saturday, July 18, at the Community Federal building in Paris.

Basketball camp was held at the Paris High School July 13-17, with a total of 31 girls attending. On the final day of camp a two-on-two tournament was held with the winners: Tiffany Peck/Amanda Sharp, first; Erin Crabtee/Jennifer Redington, second; Charla Tawney/Kelly Crabtree, third; Deborah Fitzgerald/Colleen Callis, fourth; and Debbie Bates/Danielle Ess, fifth.

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Callison were hosts to the Blades family reunion Monday, July 20.

Helen Wiley hosted the Evans Club meeting Thursday evening, July 16. Six members were present and roll call was answered with fact or fiction concerning Independence Day. Despite temperatures near the century mark and a number of other activities going on around the lake, the 153rd annual Swinkey Picnic was attended by over 700 people Sunday.

Just a Thought

by Lisa Talton

Growing Pains I have noticed something the last couple of months.

Now that my daughter is older she runs a lot of errands for me. If it is only one or two things I need she will usually go in and grab it while the boys and I wait in the van.

There both a good and not-so-good side to this. The not-so-good side is I am being lazy and I am exerting less physical energy which in turn is not making it any easier to shed some unwanted pounds.

But the good side of it is that my boys and I have has some very interesting conversations while waiting in the parking lot.

For some reason the REALLY interesting conversations tend to come about when we are in the Dollar General parking lot. There have been numerous ones but I am only going to share a couple of them with you today. *We are sitting in the van waiting for my daughter to come out. There was lady walking out the door carrying a little baby which I believe is the reason my eight year old son started this conversation: Son: “Hey Mom”.

Me: “Yes” Son: “ I wish we could have another baby.”

Me: “What? You want to have a baby?

Sorry buddy but you are way too young to have a baby.” (I was just joking around with him because I already knew what he was getting at. My children have been asking me and sometimes almost begging me to have another baby for the last couple of years.)

Son: “No, mom I’m not talking about me having it. I mean I want you have another baby.

Me: “Why?” Son: I want us to have a little baby

around the house ALL the time. It was fun having Bennett (their 18 month cousin) stay with us but then she had to leave.

I want a baby at the house all the time so we can play with her and all that stuff.

Me: “I think I am past the age of having babies.”

Son: “ Well mom, in the bible- I don’t know the lady’s name- but she had a baby and she was like 99 years old and then the man, I can’t remember his name either but he was like 100 years old too. So you and dad are kind of young compared to them.

And if they could have babies being really, really old then you surely can have a baby only being kind of old.” *The next conversation involved both youngest boys. I didn’t say too much at first because I was interested in hearing their view on the subject: 1st son: “ Mom, aren’t we related to everyone?”

Me: “What do you mean everyone?”

2nd son: “ You know mom like every single person on earth.”

1st son: “Yeah mom. Because if we all came from Adam and Eve then aren’t we all related?”

2nd son: “Yeah, doesn’t that make us brother’s and sister’s 1st son: “So that grandma walking in to the store right now is like a older, older, older sister. Yep and that little boy right there is my Younger brother. That’s cool!”

2nd son: “Well, look at my big brother right there and my little sister over there.”

(Then one of the boys had a revelation.)

1st son: “Wait a minute, Wait a minute.

Hold on a minute. Then that would mean mom married her brother.”

2nd son: “Ewwww. Then that can’t be right. You can’t marry your brother or sister.”

I was laughing so hard that it took me a few minutes before I could even respond.

It is amazing how young minds work!!!!!

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Francis participates in 73rd Boys State Britton Francis part of 73rd Session of American Legion Boys State

Sylvee Graupman grew this big tomato that measures 16 1/2 inches round. Sylvee says thanks to her Uncle Dallas for the tomato plant!

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Aldermen review sidewalk replacement ordinance

During the regular meeting of the Paris City Council, on Tuesday, July 10, Monroe County Sheriff David Hoffman reported on the number of logged officer hours that were performed for the City of Paris. Sheriff Hoffman then answered questions from the board members. The mayor and board members thanked the sheriff’s office for the fireworks display.

The minutes of Tuesday, June 5,were approved unanimously.

The board members reviewed the Draft Utility Vehicle and Golf Cart Ordinance and then opened the floor up for discussion. Changes and restrictions were discussed in the operation of these vehicles on city streets. The board members unanimously agreed to proceed with the ordinance and have it ready to be read at the August regular board meeting.

The board members reviewed the Draft All Terrain Vehicle Ordinance and then opened the floor up for discussion. The board unanimously agreed to proceed with the ordinance and have it ready to be read at the August regular board meeting.

The contract with Dayne’s Waste Disposal, Inc. was approved. The new service will maintain the same weekly pick-up schedule and add a quarterly bulk trash pick-up.

The Retainer Agreement with USDI for services required for the operation of the City Natural Gas System was approved.

After reviewing the existing sidewalk replacement ordinance and the draft new sidewalk replacement ordinance the board members unanimously agreed to proceed with the updated ordinance and have it ready to be read at the August regular board meeting.

Superintendent Shatzer reviewed the Engineering firms for the design of the cemetery paving project and made a recommendation for selection. After discussion, the board members did not make a motion to approve a selection for engineering firms. The board

members recommended putting the project out for bids and include the design phase in the bid specs.

The bills and financial reports for the month of July were approved to be paid and approved respectively; both unanimously.

City Superintendent Phillip Shatzer reported on the activities of each department. It was noted that Superintendent Shatzer will be attending the annual MIRMA meeting at the end of July. There is a Public Hearing scheduled for July 31, regarding a zoning request for a special permit at 301 McMurry Street. The street department is planning to do some upgrades at the intersection of Market and Madison. The water department is assisting in the inspection of sewer manholes. The electric department is working on documenting all pole attachments with Charter and Centurylink.

With no further business the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

Britton Francis participated in The American Legion Boys State of Missouri June 16-23, on the campus of the University of Central Missouri, in Warrensburg.

Francis was selected based on his leadership, citizenship, academics and character during his junior year at Paris High School.

Boys State is a pure democracy in that all citizens may vote and are eligible to hold office. The program is designed to educate and train Missouri’s young leaders in functional citizenship, leadership and government. Nearly 1,000 student leaders build an entire state government in a single week.

Francis’s accomplishments, positions held, and awards earned at Missouri Boys State include: Citizen of Doniphan City; Member of the Nationalist Party; House Assistant Clerk. Francis attended Legislative School while participating in Boys State.

Francis (son of Tony and Barbara Francis) was sponsored by Paris Lions Club. Sponsors afford the opportunity for students to partici-

pate in this nationally recognized program and are critical to its continued success. Organizations, businesses, and individuals interested in becoming a sponsor are encouraged to contact the Missouri Boys State Headquarters at 1-877342-5627.

The entire Boys State staff is comprised of educational, legal, professional, and civic leaders who volunteer their time each year.

Missouri Boys State is a 501 (c) (3) organization and is a Missouri American Legion program.

Students who will be juniors during the 2012-13 academic year and are interested in attending should contact their High School Counselor or visit the Missouri Boys State website at www.moboysstate.org. The 2013 session will be held June 15-22. In-school informational presentations by a Boys State staff member are available by contacting the Missouri Boys State Headquarters at 1-877-342-5627 or email bettie.rusher@moboysstate.org.

Local students on University of Missouri Spring Graduation list

Holliday Kara Nicole Ensor - Bachelor of Science in Education, Early Childhood Education-BSED • Magna Cum Laude

Athletic Passes On Sale Aug. 6...

Paris High School Athletic Passes will be going on sale Monday, Aug. 6 in the high school office.

Passes will be available for purchase throughout the school year.

Madison Sara Ann Thomas - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medicine-DVM Paris Lauren Justine Dye - Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Education-BS with an emphasis in Leadership; Minor, Agricultural Economics-MI • Summa Cum Laude Lindsey A. Forbis - Bachelor of Science, Animal Sciences-BS; Minor, Agricultural Economics-MI Brent A. Gholson - Bachelor of Science in Fisheries And Wildlife,

Fisheries & Wildlife-BSFW; Minor, Biological Sciences-MI Charles Aaron Gholson - Bachelor of Science in Fisheries And Wildlife, Fisheries & WildlifeBSFW Joseph Thomas Gilliam - Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering-BSCIE • Magna Cum Laude and Honors Scholar Paul D. Turner - Bachelor of Science in Education, Secondary Education-BSED with an emphasis in Mathematics Education

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Monroe Manor Spotlight Gladys Limerick Null

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Before she was a Null, Gladys was a Limerick

A lady, yes, and a soft-spoken one at that, but despite growing up in the cotton south, no southern belle is Gladys Limerick Null.

Mrs. Null, who will be 90 in later this summer, spent a life time raising kids, gardens and traveling the country as both a tourist and the wife of an itinerant Church of God lay minister.

A native southerner, born in August 1922, Mrs. Null lived the great majority of her life in east central Mississippi, in counties bordering Alabama.

One of 10 children that all lived to adulthood – seven still live in Mississippi and Alabama – Gladys was the second oldest child of Levi and Ruby Wedgeworth Limerick of Dekalb, Miss.. She knows her great-grandfather Limerick migrated from Ireland, but not much else about her Irish heritage. Despite the unique surname and its association with witty prose, Gladys deadpans that her father wasn’t interested in poetry; she says he had too much work to do in order to provide for a family that totaled one dozen. Levi was a farmer and he also worked in the Mobile, Alabama shipyard.

Gladys was Ed Null’s ‘girl next door.’ Mrs. Null says she could see Ed’s home from her family’s house and the couple married two months shy of her 17th birthday, in June 1939. Gladys quit high school after her junior year to get married and not graduating is one of her few regrets in life.

Ed was a carpenter, working with his uncles, and not long after marrying Gladys the couple moved one county south, to near Meridian, Miss., in Lauderdale County.

Along with his building trade Ed served as a minister throughout his life.

In the summers the Nulls traveled the country, attending 10-day long Church of God church camps.

The couple first visited the Missouri State Camp at Mark Twain State Park in the 1940s. Later the camp site was moved to an area with buildings, south of Paris, on Highway 15, where it remains today. Mrs. Null says she was the head cook for the local camp for 16 years and once served as many

as 300 people one Sunday.

Along with their annual Monroe County visits, the Nulls spent nine months in Victor, in 1954, when Ed pastured the Victor Church of God. While Gladys and Ed were in residence at Victor, the couple’s daughter, Erion, became acquainted with Dale Bergmann, of Paris, and they married in 1961.

In addition to their daughter, the Nulls’ have a son, Ralph, a retired professor of horticulture from Mississippi State University. He is a renowned floral design authority that has traveled the country and world practicing his art.

After Ralph’s retirement, he feted his mother to several country-wide trips, including an Alaskan cruise for her 80th birthday.

Gladys has been at Monroe Manor since March (2012) after suffering a fall in her apartment, at her daughter’s rural Monroe County home.

Erion brought her mother to Monroe County to live with her in 2007 after Mrs. Bergmann’s now late husband, Dale, built his mother-inlaw an apartment that attached to their rural home. Two years before, Mrs. Bergmann’s father, Ed, was a resident at Monroe Manor. Gladys stayed alone in Mississippi while Ed was a Manor resident. It wasn’t by choice, but somebody needed to tend to their property. After Ed passed, Erion sold her parents’ property and moved her mother north.

Mrs. Null hasn’t given up on returning to her apartment and Erion says her mother is getting progressively stronger. She is doing so well that the family is planning a fall visit back to Mississippi so Mrs. Null can see her beloved south once again.

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Seventy-three runners/walkers participate in first Jacquie 5K The inaugural Jacquie Stuart Barn Fundraising 5K, held on the last Saturday, July 21, of the Monroe County Fair, had 73 participants. The youngest walker was four years old and the oldest 69 years of age according to organizers Maddison Breid and Lindsey Hendren.

The first runner crossed the finish line in 27 minutes and the last walker finished the course in 61 minutes.

Winners in the different classes

Madison C-3 Registration Tuesday, August 7

Madison C-3 will hold registration day on Tuesday, Aug. 7.

Returning students (grades 7-12) and new K-12 enrollees are encouraged to attend. High School schedules and locker assignments will be available during this time.

Date/Time: Tuesday, Aug. 7, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

If your child is new to Madison C-3 School District please bring the following items: • Student’s Social Security Card • Student’s Birth Certificate • Student’s Immunization Record • Proof of Residency School supply lists are available on the school website – www.madison.k12.mo.us – and at Moberly area stores.

Mark your calendars: Back to School Celebration – Monday, August 20, 2012 All Students Pre-K thru 12th Come Meet Your Teachers!

Madison C-3 will begin with a Welcome Back Celebration at 5 p.m., in gym. Following the celebration, students and parents are invited to visit the classrooms, meet the teachers, and drop off school supplies.

First Day of School – Wednesday, Aug. 22, (Full Day - 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

included (names submitted by organizers): Youth Male Running 1st place - Tyler Wandrey, Madison 2nd place - Jimmy Layton, Madison 3rd place - Jonathan Kinyon, Madison Youth Female Walking 1st place - Morghan Crain, Madison 2nd place - Hannah Mitchell, Paris 3rd place - Rebecca Crain, Auxvasse 4th place - Annah White, Mexico Youth Male Walking 1st place - Matthew Kinyon, Madison 2nd place - Tony Andrade, Madison 3rd place - Payden Crain, Madison 4th place - Will Crain, Monroe City Female Walking Adult 1st place - Sandy Shoemate, Madison 2nd place - Hillary Crum, Paris 3rd place - Becky Nichols,

Sante Fe 4th place - Courtney Hendren, Madison Male Adult Walking 1st place - Dale Ransdell, Holliday 2nd place - Russel Mitchell, Paris 3rd place - Ron Greeson, Paris 4th place - Alan Wilkerson, Hannibal Running Female Adult 1st place - Yvette Wandrey, Madison 2nd place - Deveron Tilloson, Troy 3rd place - Becky Graupman, Mexico 4th place - Annah Willingham, Paris Running Male Adult 1st place - Mario Andrade, Madison 2nd place - Ed Bordeleau, Paris 3rd place - Tim Layton, Madison 4th place - Doug Buie, Paris The group is planning another run/walk in September or October, in Madison.

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Monroe County Republicans to meet Aug. 21 date of reorganization meeting

Monroe County Republican Central Committee will hold a re-organizational meeting at the County Court house on Tuesday, Aug. 21, at 6 p.m.

All members of the County Committee elected on Tuesday, Aug. 7, will meet.

The duly elected members shall select a Chairman and Vice Chairman ,one man and one woman who must be member of the committee, and treasurer and secretary, one man and one woman who may or may not be members of the committee, after officers are elected, committee members may vote to fill vacancies on the committee.

All forms will be mailed to the county chair in the next few weeks.

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(Top) Seventy-three runners/ walkers get ready to take their place at the starting line of the inaugural Jacquie Stuart Barn Fundraising 5K. (Middle) Runners/walkers display their medals and ribbons after the event (see article for finishers).

(Bottom) Jess Stuart (Jacquie’s daughter), left end and Jenni Edwards (Jacquie’s sister), right end sandwich event organizers Lindsey Hendren, second from left, and Maddison Breid.

Hendren and Breid were the brain trust behind the project and put the event together from start to finish. The pair met with the Paris City Council to discuss planning, organized the event, planned the route and organized all the race day preparations.

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All OATS meetings are open to the public!

In addition to the above schedule, transportation is now available twice a week from Monroe County to Columbia on the “Weekly Express!” For more information, call 1-800-654-6287.

Anyone can ride! OATS, Inc. is not just for seniors, but for rural Missourians regardless of age or income that are in need of transportation. Individuals, organizations, groups or agencies may contract with OATS for transportation services. Special Agreements may extend for as little as one hour or for one year with an option for renewal. If you or your group need transportation services beyond what is scheduled in the county, OATS might be able to accommodate you. For schedules or more information call your regional office at 1-800-654-6287, or visit our website at www.oatstransit.org.

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Marlena Long to compete at state 4-H beef demonstration cooking contest Marlena Long of Paris has qualified for the 2012 state 4-H beef demonstration contest on Saturday, Aug. 11.

The competition will take place from 10 a.m. until noon in the Beef Showcase on the Missouri State Fairgrounds. In her presentation, Marlena will give a handson explanation as she cooks with beef. The goal of the contest is to help 4-H members develop presentation skills, while also teaching them important lessons in food safety and nutrition.

Each 10-minute demonstration will be followed by questions from the judges before samples are served to the audience. The recipes are available to the spectators, and the Missouri Beef Industry Council staff will make those available online at www.mobeef. org the week following the contest. The top three placing demonstrations in each age division will be awarded $100, $75, and $50 respectively. This contest is funded by the $1 per head beef checkoff.

If you’re heading to the Missouri State Fair, stop by to watch Marlena and other contestants from across the state, as they share their

OATS August trip schedule for Monroe County

OATS transportation is available to anyone regardless of age or income. To schedule a ride, simply call the volunteer OATS contact in your community: Holliday Margaret Ransdell 660-266-3371 Madison Elsie Mallory 660-291-5943 Dorothy Swindell 660-291-5105 Monroe City Emma Jo Mudd 573-735-2830 Ann Hoar 573-735-4744 Paris Carol Comstock 660-327-4528 Raymond Mouser 660-327-1051 Contract Trips Contacts: Madison Dorothy Swindell 660-291-5105 Mary B. Hartgrove 660-291-5537 Monroe City Loretta Christy 573-735-1471 Florence Tipton 573-735-1042 Paris Ruth Seelow 660-327-4028 From Monroe County to: 3rd Monday Quincy 2nd Thursday Moberly 2nd Friday Monroe City, Monroe City in town 2nd Monday Monroe/Ralls Counties to Columbia 1st, 3rd, 5th Tuesdays Ash, Duncan’s Bridge, Holliday, Madison to Moberly 2nd, 4th Tuesdays Ash, Duncan’s Bridge, Holliday, Madison, Paris to Paris/Paris in

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cooking skills. The Beef Showcase located just north of the Missouri Beef House restaurant, and is a partnership between the Missouri Cattlewomen’s Association and the Missouri Beef Industry Council.

Fairgoers can stop by the showcase, enjoy cooking demonstrations and samples, and take home meal ideas every day of the fair.

The Beef Checkoff Program was established as part of the 1985 Farm Bill. The checkoff assesses $1 per head on the sale of live domestic and imported cattle, in addition to a comparable assessment on imported beef and beef products. States retain up to 50 cents on the dollar and forward the other 50 cents per head to the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board, which administers the national checkoff program, subject to USDA approval.

Long to participate at state fair..

Marlena Long, daughter of Greg and Laura Long, shown here participating in the Fashion Revue, at the Monroe County fair, has qualified for the 2012 state 4-H beef demonstration contest on Saturday, Aug. 11.

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St. Paul Ice Cream Social Aug. 5, 4 p.m.

The annual St. Paul Catholic Ice Cream social will be held on Aug 5 at 4 p.m., on the church grounds.

Featured will be homemade ice cream, and cake, also available will be BBQ sandwiches. There will be a raffle of many items. “Meet the

candidates” will be at 6 p.m. The church is located on Rt. EE in Ralls County, there will signs along the road showing the location. The present St. Paul was built in 1860 and is a National Historic Landmark and is the oldest Catholic Church

north of St. Louis. Proceeds will go to benefit the church’s restoration. The Ralls County Historical Society will be selling the “History of St. Paul Catholic Church” for $12.00 with half going to the church restoration fund.

6 Thursday, July 26, 2012 Holliday Christian Church

Pastor David Holmes

On Sunday, July 22, the congregation of Holliday Christian Church was welcomed by Reverend David Holmes. Special guest, Cade McMorris, Jim and Mary’s niece, was welcomed. Jane Akers opened services with the prelude.

Paris Christian Church will host the county-wide hymn sing on Sunday evening, July 29. A celebration honoring Mac and Catherine Donovan on their 70th anniversary will be held on Saturday, Aug. 4, from 2-4 p.m., at the Mark Twain Country Club. Joshua Twitty 415 will perform a concert on Saturday, Aug. 11 at the Madison Community Center beginning at 2 p.m.

Come Thou Almighty King was the opening hymn which was followed by pastoral prayer and “Gloria Patri”.

Happy birthday wishes were for: Brandon Callison and Lesslie McGilligan and in memory of Jewell Sheerman. Ann Ragsdale expressed appreciation on behalf of her family for concern shown at the passing of her brother. Prayer concerns were expressed for: Peggy Crabtree and Harold Moore. Sympathy was extended to the family of Lillian Deaver.

Cade McMorris has three sisters who are participating in the Show-Me Games; their team has won their first two softball games.

“Be Still, My Soul” was the prayer hymn sung; moments of meditation during playing of the final verse, were followed by pastoral prayer and recital of the Lord’s Prayer. As the communion hymn, “O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee” was sung, the elders and deacons went forward. Offertory prayers, sharing of communion and collection of offerings were followed by the doxology.

Scripture from Mark 5:21-43 was read and was reference for Reverend Holmes’ morning message entitled “Keeping the Faith”. The hymn of invitation and dedication, “Take the Name of Jesus With You”, was sung and was followed by a closing prayer and singing of “The Spirit Song”.

Following a time of fellowship and refreshments, Diane Wilson read “I Got Your Mama”. Jim McMorris opened Bible Study with prayer and led the group in study of the Matthew 21:1-32.

Santa Fe Christian Church

Pastor Kenny Sharp

“To Be Learned” was the title of Pastor Kenny Sharp’s sermon. Scripture text was taken from II Timothy 3:10-17 which was written by Paul to his student, Timothy. He first asked the question “How many think you are wise?” We all have wisdom because of the Holy Spirit that lives in each one of us. Four points from the sermon were 1) learn by studying 2) learn from past experiences and prayers 3) learn from those who live their lives in front of you (those that follow the teaching of the Word 4) learn from people you knew during your childhood. The more we study the Word, the better prepared we will be when opportunities arise when around others who question us. Pastor Kenny also gave the children’s sermon. He showed the children a cross made out of olive wood from Jerusalem. Jesus took our sins to the cross which was a made out of a tree. Ashley (Sam) Kendrick taught the children’s ministry. Bill & Pat Miller and Valena Booth were door greeters prior to the service.

Prayers were requested for Jadyn Heaton, James A Booth, Wendall Taylor, Gabby Sharp, Gary Oliver, Sara Watson, Lillian Deaver family, John Asbury, Martha Taylor, those attending church camp this week, for rain to break the drought and the families of the Colorado tragedy. Praises were for Evert & Dorothy Kendrick’s new great granddaughter, Alleigh Rae Graupman (daughter of Shane & Tara), Jo Reynolds’ son new job, Frances Thomas’ scan was good and her hearing is much better, Angie & Brian Yelton’s new daughter, everyone’s safety from the fire in Perry next door to the post office where Erma Wilkerson works and for Pastor Kenny & Joni’s daughter, Kendra, getting to sing “Amazing Grace” on the Grand Ole Opry stage. Jo Reynolds’ son also sent thanks to everyone for keeping him in their prayers to find employment. Thanks were also for everyone helping with the dinner following Jane Scrogin’s memorial service and to those who cleaned up the basement ministry. John Theis sent word of thanks to Susan Kendrick and the SALT Saturday group for making them feel so welcomed during the Old Threshers tractor parade stop at the church.

The fellowship hall will be unlocked this week for anyone needing to be in a cool place during the heat wave.

Announcements: school supplies are now being collected for the coming school year; 7/28 - SALT Saturday group will visit the Monroe Manor; 7/29 - hymn sing at the Paris Christian Church at 6:30 p.m.; 9/16 - annual church picnic; 10/8 - Women’s salad supper at 6:30 p.m.

Sunday School is held every Sunday morning at 9:30 a.m., followed by church service at 10:30 a.m. Next week’s door greeters will be the Chase family and Susan Duncan will teach the children’s ministry. Bible study is every Wednesday night, at 6:30 p.m. (meal at 6 p.m.).

Church Service

DIRECTORY

Grace United Meth. (Madison) CHURCH: 9 a.m.

FELLOWSHIP: 10 a.m.

SUNDAY SCHOOL: 10:15a.m.

Madison Christian Church SUNDAY SCHOOL: 10 a.m.

CHURCH: 11 a.m.

Bethel Baptist Church

First Christian Church SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:30 a.m.

JUNIOR CHURCH: 11 a.m.

CHURCH: 10:45 a.m.

Paris Presbyterian Church SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:30 a.m.

CHURCH: 10:45 a.m.

Holliday Christian Church

SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:30 a.m.

CHURCH: 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

CHURCH: 9:30 a.m.

SUNDAY SCHOOL: 10:30 a.m.

Paris United Meth.

FaithWalk Ministries

SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:30 a.m.

CHURCH: 10:45 a.m.

SUNDAY SCHOOL: 10 a.m.

CHURCH: 10:30 a.m.; 7 p.m.

South Fork Presbyterian Church

Mt. Airy Baptist Church

CHURCH: 9 a.m.

Paris First Baptist Church SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:30 a.m.

CHURCH: 10:30 a.m.

Granville Christian Church SUNDAY SCHOOL & COMMUNION: 10 a.m. every Sunday CHURCH: 11 a.m.-1st, 3rd, & 5th Sundays

SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:30 a.m.

WORSHIP: 10:30 a.m.

Santa Fe Christian Church SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:30 a.m.

CHURCH: 10:30 a.m.

Full Gospel Fellowship SUNDAY SCHOOL: 10 a.m.

MORNING WORSHIP: 11 a.m.

LUNCH: Noon EVENING SERVICE: 1 p.m.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT: 7 p.m.

Church NEWS

South Fork Presbyterian

Pastor John Grimmett

Sun., July 22 services at South Fork Presbyterian church began with Patti Grimmett playing “On Eagles Wings” followed by Debbie Carey leading in song to “Come Thou Almighty King”; “Great Is Thy Faithfulness”; “There Shall Be Showers of Blessing” and “God Will Take Care of You”.

Prayer concerns were for the Cearley’s; Carey family; Sharlajean Lechliter; Angie Koch; Gabby Sharp; James A; all those suffering from disease; and all said the Lord’s Prayer.

Pastor John Grimmett led the Responsive Reading based on scripture from Psalms 23.

Pastor John and Patti played guitar as she sang “His Eye Is On The Sparrow”.

The message “Bad Things and Good People” was based on scripture from 2 Kings 4:1-7, 3-44 as we are in tough times only God can change the way things happen - God uses those tough times to make us turn back to Him! In the bible - God challenges His people - God has promises for us - God provided oil to a certain woman to pay her debt --- God will do the same for you. Go to Him for your source of strength...God sent twenty loaves of bread to feed over a hundred and multiplied it to feed them. Make your offering to the Lord with faith - there will be enough for your needs...Trust in the Lord to provide. God can work miracles in your life! Give someone a drink of water, who is thirsty - a gift to God! The offertory was led by Kaylee Beckham as Patti played “MY Faith Looks Up To Thee” and all sang the “Doxology”.

Patti played “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” as all retired in fellowship.

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

“We are never far away from the love and mercy of the Lord” Psalms 23

Paris Full Gospel Fellowship

Pastor Terry Davison

“God doesn’t remove the scars” Jesus was resurrected, raised from death on the cross. Life from death, as it were. A perfect example of God’s Grace...but why did God not remove the scars? In the twentieth chapter of the Book of John, we read that Thomas was not convinced that Jesus had indeed been resurrected. He commented that unless he could touch the wounds, see the damage done by the cross, he would not believe. Jesus then appeared and invited Thomas to touch the wounds... wounds that God did not heal.

Each of us have scars on our body that remind us of our injuries: reminding us of the pain inflicted. These are scars that God leaves us. He could have healed our wounds without scars, had He chosen: but He wanted us to see the reminders... to learn the lessons. Scripture carefully points out the painful torments Christ endured at the hands of men. They demonstrate true love. But there are other scars that we do not normally see: emotional scars... reminders of damage done by harsh words, condescending attitudes, and hateful actions. These are scars that we can conceal from one another, but not from God. He keeps an eye on them, waiting for us to give him a chance to help us overcome them: and when we do, He leads us to victory.

Perry Christian Church

Pastor David Todd

The worship service for the Perry Christian Church, Sunday, July 22 began with Arlen Provancha singing “His Name is Wonderful”. The candles were lit by Caytlyn Provancha and Tristan Johnson.

Pastor Todd gave the call to worship and announced the bible school beginning tonight at 6:30 p.m. There will be no bible study Monday, but an assignment is to continue reading the lesson.

“I Can Only Imagine” was the song of praise. Ellen Elam will be celebrating her birthday Friday, July 27. Gene Schlueter is doing ok.

“If That Isn’t Love” was the prayer song. Laura Garner, Lois Friday, John Asbury, Abe and Marie Adams on their fire loss, Ron McLaughlin (at Monroe Manor, Paris) and the family of Virginia Ballenger were our concerns. The response was “I Need Thee Every Hour”.

Pastor’s meditation preceded sharing the Lord’s Supper. “Because He Lives” was sung. Elders were Arlen and Greg Harrison. Warren Hetrick, Nancy Seelow, Wyatt Lewellen and James Parker served as deacons.

“Great Is Thy Faithfulness” was sung by Arlen. Cheri accompanied him.

Jeannie Gay demonstrated to the children how God wants them to smile as they worship Him. Mark 6:30-34 was read by Irene Parks.

“With FAITH Trust in God” was Pastor’s sermon. God looks on us as His children and wants us to share this with others. Pray for the Vacation Bible School this week that it will be exciting to learn the lessons that Jesus teaches them.

“Jesus, I Come” was the invitation hymn. “Tell Me the Story of Jesus” closed the service.

Madison Christian Church

Pastor David Holmes

Services were held at Madison Christian Church on Sunday, July 22, with 40 members in attendance. Rev. Holmes led the Minister’s Greetings and Announcements. Linda Wood played a piano selection as special music. Rev. Holmes led the morning prayer. Communion was shared and tithes were offered. Rev. Homes shared the morning scripture from Mark 5:21-43, through a sermon entitled “The Healer’s Presence”. All were invited to Christian Discipleship. Announcements: Junior high and high school youth groups meet at various times during the week under the leadership of Jenn Shrocki. Aug. 12: Early “contemporary” worship will be held, beginning at 8 a.m. Future dates are Aug. 26 and Sept. 9 and 23. Anyone wising to worship early is welcome to come for singing, prayer, meditation, communion, and fellowship. Saturday, July 28: Ice cream supper and candidate speaking on the west lot, serving at 5:30 p.m., speaking at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 29: Quarterly Disciples Hymn Sing at Paris Christian Church at 6:30 p.m. VBS will be held July 31 Aug. 2 in the evening. School supplies are being collected for Madison School through Aug. 19. Serving next Sunday: Jackie Sutton and Twana Hulen, Elders; Eddy and Debbie Mitchell, and Mike and Bonnie Peterson, Deacons. Jackie Sutton, communion preparer. All are welcome to attend Sunday services.

Bethel Baptist Church

Pastor Russell Birge

Good news! Pastor Russell Birge preaches every Sunday morning at 10:45 a.m. at Bethel Baptist Church. Bethel Baptist Church is located eight miles east of Cairo on Highway K and eight miles northwest of Madison on Highway K. Everyone is invited to join our family-friendly church every Sunday.

We also enjoy special fellowship with a second Saturday of the month breakfast at 8:45 a.m. and a third Sunday of the month carry-in dinner at the church. Everyone is invited to attend church services every Sunday and to share in our special fellowship times.

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Paris First Christian Church Pastor Donna Scott The Paris First Christian Church would like to invite everyone to an Election Day Ice Cream Social on Tuesday, August 7, on the courthouse lawn. Ice cream, desserts, and drinks will be served beginning at 6:00 p.m.

A worship service was held on Sunday, July 22, with Reverend Donna Scott officiating. Her morning message, “Standing Firm,” about the plot against Daniel, was based on Daniel 6:1-10. Special Music was provided by the Hallelujah Bells.

Upcoming announcements include: Wednesday, July 25 - Elders’ Meeting 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, July 29 - Old-Fashioned Hymn Sing 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 4 - Church Leadership Event in Fulton; Sunday, Aug. 5 - Praise and Worship Sunday; Tuesday, Aug. 7 - Election Day Ice Cream Social; and Wednesday, Aug. 8 - a reminder that there will be no board meeting in August.

Those celebrating a birthday this week are Laine Forrest, Roseann Raines, and Adam Forrest. The Elder’s Helping Hands for July are Howard and Peggy Warren. The church may be contacted by calling (660) 327-4440 or e-mailing fc418@centurytel.net. Pastor Donna Scott may be reached at (660) 327-1355 or (314) 769-4362.

The monthly Bible memory verse is: Very truly, I tell you, whoever believes has eternal life. John 6:47 (NRSV). The thought for the week is: Sometimes we stand alone when we stand up for God, but He will never let us fall or fail.

Paris First Baptist Church

Pr. Wesley Hammond

Kathy Miller provided worshipful music to open the service. Keith Hillard gave the invocation.

We have 25 youth and children attending camp at Cedar Crest until Saturday, July 28. Be in prayer for the safety of the young people and workers and for the spiritual growth of the youth and spiritual leadership of the adults.

Announcements: Friday, July 27, 9-10 a.m., – summer lunch program work day; Saturday, July 28, 50th Anniversary Celebration for Merle and Norma Muehring, Monroe City Baptist Church, 1-5 p.m. Sunday, July 29, following morning worship, children church workers meeting including any others who wish to participate in this ministry; also Sunday evening, July 29, 6:30 p.m., Carter Hall, 5th Sunday Fellowship, - ice cream social and ministry report; Aug. 9, Thursday, 7-8 p.m., undercover shower – bring new under clothes for school kids K-12 – underwear, undershirts, socks, bras, etc.

John Mitchell gave the children’s sermon beginning by asking the question, “What do you need for a treasure hunt?” There were many excited replies including a map, an airplane, and pirate ship. John explained to them that Jesus was the greatest treasure. He takes care of all our needs.

Steve Ensor gave the Call to Worship and for the “Personal worship moment” sang, “Spirit of the Living God”. DeDee Mitchell led children’s church. Sally Eales sang a solo, “Evermore”.

Reverend Wesley Hammond’s sermon was entitled “Life Together: Rescued People” from Colossians 1:9-14. Paul speaks of prayer for the people to have wisdom in godly living and to grow in the knowledge of God and His Will.

The environment we live in can be spiritually lacking but we can be rescued to safety with Christ from the domain of darkness to the Kingdom of light. Once we have been rescued we should live a life that reflects our worthiness of the blessings we receive. The gift of salvation is available to everyone regardless of their present circumstances.

Paris United Methodist

Pastor Lin Donnely

Paris United Methodist Church continues to have Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., with regular worship service at 10:45 a.m. There is also a fellowship gathering at 10:15 a.m., with snacks each Sunday.

This week Pastor Lin spoke from Mark Chapter 6 about physical and spiritual rest.

Liturgist was Lloyd Miller. Ushers were Jerry Peck and Don Johannaber. Pianist Glenda Miller substituted for Harold Johannaber who is recovering from hand surgery.

United Methodist Women will meet Wednesday, July 25, at 6:30 p.m.

Plans for the August Monroe Manor Birthday Party and UMW Sunday will be discussed. All women of the church are invited.

The Youth group will also meet Wednesday from 6:30-8 p.m., with a Contemporary Worship Service starting at 6:30 p.m.

United Methodist Men will meet at Lake Village at 7 a.m., on Sat. Aug 4.

All are invited to worship with us.

Mt. Airy Baptist Church

Pastor Robt. Cavanaugh

On Sunday, July 22, church services began with the pastor giving an opening prayer. Regular church meetings of the week were announced and all were encouraged to attend. Announcements included the Mountianairs will play in Clarence on Monday, July 30, collection of school supplies have started, on Sunday, Aug. 5, there will be a deacon ordination service at 1 p.m., for Dan Redington Sr. and Billy Arnett with a carry-in meal before hand.

This week’s message was titled “The Beatitudes Pt. 2” and came from Matt. 5:5: ‘Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth’. Being meek does not mean weakness. In fact one must be strong to follow the teachings of Jesus in a sinful world. Jesus was meek and no one would call Him weak. To look like Jesus one must be meek. Being meek is living God’s way so one must learn the ways of God and live them out.

Characteristics of meekness are strength, humbleness, gentleness, forgiveness, and being quiet. This is opposite of what the world teaches.

Madison United Methodist

Rev. Bonnie Sudsberry

Grace United Methodist, Madison, Mo held worship service, Sunday, July 22, which is the 8th Sunday after Pentecost.

Pastor Bonnie Sudsberry message was, “Bread Was Not Enough, They Were Still Hungry For the Spirit,” based on Luke Mark 6: 30-44, 53-56.

She also gave the Children’s Little Sermon, “Let’s Get Away for Rest.”

For the special Shelby Arnold told about her Church Camp experience and sang, “Awesome God,” one of the camp songs.

Monday, July 30, the Adult Bible Study meets at 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, July 29 is Pocket Change Sunday. There will be a Bridal Shower held at 2 p.m. at the church.

Wednesday, August 1, Administrative Council meets 7 p.m.

Sunday, August 12, is our Fellowship Dinner 11:45 a.m.

We are collecting Macaroni and Cheese in July for the family food baskets.

Ice Cream Social & Political Speaking Madison Christian Church Saturday, July 28, at 5:30 p.m.

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Church NEWS Chigger Hill Annual Crappie Tournament Granville Christian Church

Pastor Fran Schnarre

It was a noisy, beautiful weekend at Granville Christian Church as Vacation Bible School was held Saturday night and Sunday morning. VBS began with supper Saturday night, then music, crafts, games, Bible adventures and more music. There were 29 children and 34 helpers and parents present. Sunday morning included an hour-long music and worship session with 50 people present. We appreciate everyone who helped make this a wonderful time for the kids.

The Monroe County hymn sing is this Sunday night at 6:30 p.m. at Paris First Christian church.

Our annual community fish fry will be Wednesday, August 22 at 6:30 p.m. All are invited.

Please contact Brenda Coffman with names of soldiers in the combat zone and/or donations for supplies for our care packages. She recently mailed off three more and we have two boxes ready for shipment when we get additional names.

Our upcoming schedule: Worship at 11 a.m. on the first, third and fifth Sundays (July 29, August 5 and 19). Sunday School for all ages is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. Come as you are and share time with God.

Along Life’s Highways and Byways by jere el

As you travel along Life’s Highways and Byways one road, Highway 154 leads you to Perry, where there is always something of interest going on.. the bustling little berg that is located only eight miles from Mark Twain Lake is filled with adventure and interesting things to do this week...

Are you an avid antique, craft or home decorating shopper? Do you Iike great food? Are you looking to do some home or auto repairs?

Are you stocking up your cabinets with groceries? Are you looking for a great used automobile? Looking to buy a new boat? Then this is the weekend to visit downtown...You can find almost anything you need in one of the many antique, gift, or flea market shops, restaurants, car dealers, auto repair mechanics, grocery store, appliance repair and sales, gas, convenience and floral shop. Just start on the east edge of town along Highway 154 and drive to the west, while downtown visit Palmyra Street at the intersection, proceeding west passing over the Lick Creek bridge to the edge of town.

While downtown make a stop in the Ralls County Historical Museum, where Ron Leake can assist you with answers to any questions you may have about this very historical little town and the surrounding area and also visit the new Indian Artifact Museum ran by Tom and Nancy Richardson where you can learn about our Indian heritage.

Watch next weeks issue for upcoming events such as a BBQ Benefit for Kevin Hahn II on Aug. 4 for medical expenses at The Windmill Resort, a Jack & Jill “Catch Crappie For The Cure” Tournament on Aug. 4, a visit by the LeFevre Quartet at Living Water Ministies on Aug. 5, and several other exciting and beneficial events.

Lets all say a prayer for some moisture on our land. A much needed rain would be a great thing to write about...the farmers, the gardeners, and the cattle need this to survive. So until next week take care and hope to hear from all of you soon, if you have an event coming up in Perry or local area that you would like to tell others about for next weeks issue just give me a call at 573-473-7644 before Friday.

Have a great weekend!

a big success with over 181 fishermen Chigger Hill’s annual crappie tournament and fish fry was another big success. They had 70 boats enter the tournament with 181 fisherpersons fishing. The fishing has not been real good so they were a little concerned they wouldn’t have enough fish for the fish fry but they came through for the fry again... Total weight for all fish caught was 376.71 lbs.

First place went to Dan Zufall and Jim Dant from the Eureka area with 9.38 lbs. Second place went to Steve Volegesang, Jason Christ and Matt Boschert with 9.18 lbs.

They paid out 14 places and the lowest weight in the money was 7.84 lbs. It was a pretty tight race.

The first place Big Fish for the day was 1.60 lbs., caught by Reggie Reidinger and Randy Miller, of New London. Second place Big Fish went to Tim and Tom Worth, of St. Louis, with 1.56 lbs. The weather was a little warm but by the time dinner was served it was cooling down and everyone was hungry. It was noted that there is

Junior Sheep Show draws local youth

This year four families from Monroe county attended the AllAmerican Junior Show in Des Moines, Iowa.

There was more than 350 exhibitors and 1700 sheep at the show.

Attending from the local area were Alicia Heinecke, Mitch Schmidt, Kelly Heinecke, Darcy Long, Britton Francis, Aly Francis, Jesse Long, JT Heinecke, Brant Francis and Jacob Long.

(Right) Left to right: First row - Alicia Heinecke, Mitch Schmidt, Kelly Heinecke, Darcy Long, Britton Francis and Aly Francis. Second row - Jesse Long, JT Heinecke, Brant Francis and Jacob Long.

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HOUSE FOR SALE 37468 Highway D, Perry – Beautiful 2-story, 3 bedroom country home on 2 acres, family room, nice deck on back, full-length front porch with columns, large storage/equipment building. Seven miles from Mark Twain Lake.

$192,000 Please call agent, Janice Erdel, at 573-721-0503 for more information.

going to have to be more side dishes and desserts created. Thanks to all who brought dishes to help us out. When everyone finished eating there wasn’t anything left but a few hush puppies and a little dab of fish. After cleaning up the mess

from dinner, the music for karoake started around 7 p.m., and everyone had a very good time. Chigger Hill hosts are looking forward to hosting their 20th fish fry next year. They estimated that they feed over 300 people and they are look-

ing for a bigger turn out next year.

Come on and join them for a good time. The hosts of Chigger Hill want to shout out a big thank you to all that helped them in any way.

They really appreciate it!

Area NEWS Monroe County Commission News 8

Thursday, July 26, 2012

MONDAY, July 16, 2012 The Commission met pursuant to adjournment with Mike Minor, Presiding Commissioner and Associate Commissioners Mike Whelan and Glenn E. Turner present and among other proceedings the following orders were had to wit: 1. Commission approved previous minutes.

2. Commission contacted Altorfer Cat regarding recent service work.

3. Commission met with Adhar Johnson for an update on possible DC-current transmission lines through Monroe County from Ford County Kansas.

4. Commission was contacted

by David Gaines of Moberly Area Economic Development Council for an update on economic development in Monroe County.

The Commission does now adjourn.

FRIDAY, July 20, 2012 The Commission met pursuant to adjournment with Mike Minor, Presiding Commissioner and Associate Commissioners Mike Whelan and Glenn E. Turner present and among other proceedings the following orders were had to wit: 1. Commission approved previous minutes.

2. Commission participated in the final inspection of BRO Projects #36, #37 and #38. Those in attendance were Skip Wilson and Ron Watts of MoDot; Matt Walker, Great River Engineering; Duane Bailey and Steve Ward, Bleigh Construction and Monroe County Road & Bridge Supervisor Jerry Arends.

3. Commission met with Blair Joiner to discuss 911 operations.

4. Commission inspected work on Monroe Road #176.

5. Commission inspected construction on low water crossing on

THE MONROE COUNTY COURTHOUSE Monroe Road #240.

6. Commission signed approval of a land transfer of 1 acre from Jason Kiser to Roger & Karlena

Shatzer. Property is located in Section 14, Twp. 54, Range 10.

The Commission does now adjourn.

for Perry Family

Callaway Livestock Center, Inc. Kingdom City 573-642-7486

Bank, UMB Bank and Hickman’s IGA. Any donations large or very small would be greatly appreciated as the community comes together to show their support for neighbors.

The couple are presently hoping to find a new rental property, in Paris.

All questions can be directed to 573-881-4035 or 660-327-1061 The American Red Cross Northeast Missouri Chapter dispatched a Disaster Action Team Volunteer to the fire in Paris. The Red Cross provided food, clothing and shelter to two adults.

The Red Cross is able to respond quickly when emergencies happen thanks to their generous donors. Locally, the American Red Cross Northeast Missouri Chapter is a proud member agency of the United Way of the Mark Twain Area, which makes significant investments every year in Red Cross services.

The Paris Fire Department with mutual aide from Madison responded with approximately 10 firefighters (Paris) and 6-8 (Madison).

According to Paris Fire Chief Steve Jones, the fire marshal has not filed his final determination but he indicated that all signs pointed to an electrical problem causing the fire.

Left to right, Kim Hill, LPN; Beth Sweeney, FNP; and Brenda Duncan, Receptionist/Office Manager; with Dr. Joseph Beahan are the new staff at the Paris Health Care Clinic, which opened its doors at 8 a.m., on Monday, July 23. The clinic is located at 221 North Main next to Paris Pharmacy. For more information contact the clinic at 660-327-4000. Complete clinic details will be provided as available.

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Rita Wilkerson Monroe County Treasurer My campaign promises are to continue to use the computerized accounting program along with keeping a hand written ledger, to put the interest of the county first and foremost, and to dedicate myself to fulfilling every duty of the Treasurer’s office with diligence, honesty and integrity.

I would appreciate the chance to be the caretaker of the county monies.

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

We appreciate your business, both buyers and sellers.

Please visit our web site at www.callawaylivestock.com

The New 40th District Needs An Experienced Voice

Paid for by Citizens to elect Wilkerson - Martha Cullifer, Treasurer

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573-588-4565 Mike Fohey, Agent Shelbina, Mo 63468

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23 Steers: Top: 112.00; Choice 2 & 3: 109.00-112.00; Mixed Select: 104.00109.00 11 Heifers: Top: 108.00; Mixed Select: 101.00-108.00 Estimating 600 cows, cow calf pairs and bulls for cow sale Aug. 2 at 6 p.m.

Lots of nice young cows.

EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP -6 years as State Representative -27 years as elected public servant

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REGULAR FEEDER CATTLE SALE July 23, 2012 Receipts:1006 Hd.

All Slaughter Steers & Heifers sold on Monday at 10 a.m. Receipts: 34 Hd.

Many people find that their 401(k) accounts have become one of their largest financial assets after years of regular contributions with an employer match. Some employers even allow plan participants to borrow against the funds, and that can be tempting. Wouldn’t almost everyone like extra cash? However, a 401(k) loan can set back your retirement and create a financial bind if you leave your employer. As a result, a 401(k) loan should be considered for emergencies only, if at all.

With a 401(k) loan, you can borrow up to 50 percent of the vested balance in your 401(k) account or $50,000, whichever is lesser. However, you will have to pay the money back with interest. The interest is credited to your 401(k) account, not to your employer, so you are paying the money to yourself. Because you pay yourself, the 401(k) loan may be a cheaper way to borrow money.

Just because a 401(k) loan could be a cheap way to borrow money doesn’t mean that it’s a good idea. A 401(k) loan has several drawbacks. First, the money has to be repaid, usually over a five-year period. If you leave the company or the 401(k) plan is terminated, the loan will typically become due within 60 days. That can happen if you quit or are laid off, or if the company merges with another company or goes out of business. These unforeseen events cause their own financial emergencies and set back your retirement.

If the loan is not repaid when due, then the balance will be treated as a withdrawal, and it will generally be subject to income tax on the distribution as well as a 10 percent penalty tax if you are younger than 59½.

If you face a serious financial emergency, then borrowing money from your 401(k) plan may make sense. It can be easy to obtain, and you pay the interest to yourself rather than to a bank. However, consider it only after you’ve exhausted your cash savings accounts. It is best to leave your 401(k) alone so that you can continue building toward your retirement goals for the future.

Contact Megan Hulen o t NEED E? @ 660-327-4192 IS T R E or email: appeal@parismo.net ADV

Feeder Cattle Sale Every Monday at 12:30 p.m.

Slaughter Steers & Heifers Monday 10 a.m.

433 Steers: Medium & Large Frame Hd. 14-300 & Down....................136.00-160.00 44-300-400 lbs......................138.00-161.00 74-400-500 lbs......................129.00-139.00 122-500-600 lbs....................125.00-136.50 97-600-700 lbs......................123.00-133.50 77-700-800 lbs......................126.00-133.75 5-800-900 lbs..........................96.00-118.00 318 Heifers: Medium & Large Frame Hd. 11-300 & Down....................135.00-156.00 39-300-400 lbs......................125.00-140.00 89-400-500 lbs......................119.00-126.50 68-500-600 lbs......................115.00-124.00 81-600-700 lbs......................116.00-125.50 11-700-800 lbs........................97.00-114.00 16-800-900 lbs........................96.00-103.75 24 Bred Cows: Better Cows: 1000.00-1150.00; Small,Old Thin: 600.00-850.00 28 Pairs: 940.00-1340.00 162 Slaughter Cows: High Dressing: 72.0082.00; Bulk: 62.00-72.00; Low: 55.00-60.00; Thin: 50.00 & Down 13 Slaughter Bulls: 92.00-101.25; Thin: 90-92.00

Should You Take a Loan From Your 401(k)?

By Nancy Baca, State Farm® Agent

Paris Health Clinic Bank account opened opens doors July 23

On Saturday, July 14, a fire at Lake Village destroyed the memories of a young family. Possibly an electrical problem caused a blaze that destroyed the family dwelling of the newly married couple.

Members of the Paris “9-12 We the People of Monroe County” is organizing an effort to encourage all the residents of the Paris community to join with them to help out their fellow neighbors - Allen and Emily Perry. The couple lost about everything except some kitchen items.

Allen is the son of Robert and Connie Perry, of Paris; and Emily is the daughter of Monte and Ellen Kohler, of St. Louis. Emily and Allen are both employed at Monroe Manor. The couple is expecting their first child on Valentine’s Day. A bank account in their name has been established at the Paris National Bank P. O. box 228. Paris, MO 65275. Any donations can be mailed or left at the bank.

For Paris friends and neighbors wishing to just leave donations in collection jars - collection containers can be found at Jacs Restaurant, The 15 Diner, The Paris National

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RE-ELECT PAUL QUINN MO STATE REPRESENTATIVE www.quinnforrep.com Paid for by Quinn for Representative, Guy Callison, Treasurer

MARY LYNN POWELL, Democrat Incumbent for Monroe County Treasurer

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 Current Monroe County Treasurer 

Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting with 25 years accounting experience 

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Responsible for tracking & distributing up to $7 million of your tax dollars

Oversee the trustee accounts for the majority of the rural cemeteries 

Process fuel tickets for local farmers

 Member of St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Secretary to Monroe Manor Board since 2006, Member of Paris Area Chamber of Commerce and Columbia College Alumni Association

Calling all Democrats...

ELECT TED RIGHTS in the August 7th Primacy.

U.S. House, Missouri 6th Congressional District Paid for by candidate printed in-house Treasurer-Kathy Cook-Sprinkle

VOTE for Continued Progress VOTE Powell

I would appreciate your vote on August 7!

Visit my website: powellfortreasurer.blogspot.com Paid for by Citizens to elect Mary Lynn Powell Treasurer, Rick Powell

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2012 Fair

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2012 Monroe County Fair...

(Top left) Fashion Revue participants, left to right, Lauren Embree, Lindsey Hendren, Kaylee Shoemaker, Shelby Johnson, Maddison Breid, Marlena Long. (Top right) Fashion Revue Participatns, left to right, Roberta Burns, Michelle Ensor, Abbie Thomas, Katie Thomas, Taylor Young, Saylor Forsyth.

(Bottom left) Donations for Jacquie’s Barn, left to right, Katie Wilson, Joe Crain, Kim Mitchell and Jess Stuart. (Bottom right) Showing off their 2012 Monroe County Fair country hams are left to right, Ashlyn Peterson, Britney Williams, Danielle Wheelan and Rae Graupman.

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Complete Monroe County Fair coverage as available in next week’s Monroe County Appeal I would like to thank Thomas Motors for your support of the 2012 Monroe Co Fair 4-H/FFA Livestock and Ham Sale. Thank you so much for purchasing my ham.

Katelyn Breid I would like to thank Jim Buckman, Hannibal National Bank for buying my country cured ham at the Monroe County Livestock and Ham Sale.

Thank you for your support of my 4-H projects and the many years that you have supported Monroe County 4-H.

Betsy Embree

Thank you Greg Walker from Moberly Motors for purchasing my 4-H ham!

Billie Cullom

I would like to thank John and Laura Dowell, KJ’s Quick Lube for buying my country cured ham at the Monroe County Livestock and Ham Sale.

Thank you for your support of my 4-H projects.

Thank you for supporting the local 4-H clubs.

Lauren Embree

I would like to thank Dane Kendrick of Monroe County Farmers Mutual Insurance for buying my 4-H ham. Thanks for supporting 4-H and the local youth in our county.

Kendall Mason

Thank you Kendrick Insurance for buying my ham and supporting FFA!

Jake Peak

I would like to thank the Fred Hillard family for letting me be the one to receive the “Steve Hillard Memorial Award.”

It was really an honor to be the one you picked.

Thank you for always supporting the Monroe County Fair!

Austin Thomas

Thank you so much for giving me the Dennis Langerud Memorial Savings Bond. I do love my cattle and am very proud of them. Thanks for supporting the Monroe County Fair. It means a lot to me!

Austin Thomas

Thank you Brad Callison/POET for buying my cured ham and supporting the Monroe County Fair.

Thank you to Monroe Manor for purchasing my ham. Your support of the Monroe County Fair Sale is greatly appreciated!

Steven Hayhurst

Makayla Fox

Thank you Beau and Jessica Benskin and Jason and Katie Dodge (Paris Pharmacy).

I appreciate your support!

Will Crain

Bought for Jacquie’s Barn

I would like to thank Glenn E. Turner, Monroe County Western Commissioner for supporting the Monroe County Fair Sale by purchasing my ham.

Makenzie Fox

I’d like to thank Lisa Minor\Monroe County Abstract for supporting the Monroe County Fair and buying my cured ham.

August Hayhurst

Thank you to The Paris National Bank for supporting our FFA/4-H Youth. Thank you Dan Putrah for representing The Paris National Bank and for purchasing my ham.

The proceeds will help with my college fund.

Austin Wilkerson A big thank you goes out to Joey and Kim Mitchell of Mitchell Welding & Repair for buying my ham. I appreciate your ongoing support of 4-H in our community.

Brett Mason

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Left to right, Emily Rose Buck, Abbie Thomas and 2012 Monroe County Fair Princess Katie Thomas enjoy the Fashion Revue and the Livestock Sale at the 2012 Monroe County Fair.

Cody Dawson, left, and Sarah Ray enjoy the Livestock Sale at the 2012 Monroe County Fair.

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Russell Mitchell looks over the County Hams before the Livestock Sale at the 2012 Monroe County Fair.

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Left to right, Adria Crain, Payden Crain and Morghan Crain enjoy the rides at the 2012 Monroe County Fair.

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Left to right, Brooke Young, Taylor Dye and Katie Pugh enjoy the rides at the 2012 Monroe County Fair.

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Aly Francis participates in the Lead Line at the 2012 Monroe County Fair. Left to right, Barb Francis, Aly Francis and Tony Francis.

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Thank you to Donald and Judy Thomas (Thomas Motors) for purchasing my country ham at the Monroe County Fair.

Your support is greatly appreciated!

I would like to thank At The Farm Signs, Brent and Megan Morgan for the purchase of my ham at the Monroe County 4-H/FFA Ham and Livestock sale. Your support of this event is greatly appreciated!

Shelby Woods

Shelby DeOrnellis I would like to thank Monroe County CO-OP Agri Service, Lee Wade for the purchase of my meat goat at the Monroe County 4-H/FFA Ham and Livestock sale. Your support of this event is greatly appreciated.

John DeOrnellis Mark Twain 4-H Club

Mark Twain 4H club would like to say a HUGE thank you to CPS for purchasing our ham at the 2012 4-H/FFA Ham and Livestock Sale.

All proceeds will go to Jacquie’s Barn Fund.

Mark Twain 4-H Club

Jake Allison, left, and Mary Lou Allison enjoy the livestock sale 2012 Monroe County Fair.

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A big “Thank You” to County Bank for purchasing my ham at the Monroe County Fair.

Your support is greatly appreciated!

Thank you so much KJ’s Quick Lube for buying my ham at the Monroe County Fair.

Hope you enjoy it!

Maddie Breid

Miranda Breid

I would like to say a BIG Thank You to David and Connie Williams Farms and Trucking and Bounds Farms for purchasing my Ham at the 4-H/FFA Ham and Livestock Sale. Your continued support of the Monroe County Fair is greatly appreciated!

Britany Williams 2012 Reserve Champion Ham Thank you so much to Dr. Mac Wilt, DVM- Paris Vet Clinic for purchasing my steer, “Bubbles”, at the Monroe Co Fair Youth Sale! Your support of 4-H/FFA programs is appreciated!

Reagan Ragsdale

Thank you to Lee Wade, Monroe Co. CO-OP, for purchasing my steer, “Savior” at the Monroe Co. Fair. Your support of the youth in 4-H/ FFA is very much appreciated!

Ryan Ragsdale Holliday 4-H

Paris FFA

I would like to thank my Grandpa Bob Morgan for purchasing my Ham at the 4H/FFA Ham and Livestock Sale. Your years of continued support of me and our 4-H family is greatly appreciated!

Brandon Williams

Thank you Kent and Deena Dye for buying my 4-H ham.

Your support is greatly appreciated!

The Hancock boys wish to thank Robert and Tami Ensor, Jeff and Debbie Ragsdale and Brian and Carol Crigler for buying our hams.

We really appreciate it!

Logan Bross

Brendon, Briar and Breck Hancock

I wish to thank all of my bidders for supporting me at the 4-H/FFA Sale. A very special thank you to Dr. Larry, Leslie and Lucas Hanlin for buying “Big Mike.” You have no idea how much that means to me. Your support of the youth in this area is overwhelming. Again, thanks so very much!

Austin Thomas

Thank you Brad Callison/POET for buying my ham and supporting 4-H!

Gracie Peak

2012 Monroe County Fair

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Paris R-II has new superintendent... Continued from front planning, and facilitating leadership through staff. One must

be adept at balancing all aspects within multiple tasks simulta-

City Smoke Test... Continued from front least twenty-four hours before any testing is done. The notice will inform the residents that work crews will be conducting smoke tests of sanitary sewers in their area. The notices are hot pink and have a door hanger.

The notice also alerts residents that before the city workers conduct the test, residents should pour water into your basement floor

drains and into any unused sinks.

This will seal the drain traps so that smoke will not enter your building through the drain.

The notice also includes instructions on what to do if smoke does enter your building with specific step-by-step guidelines.

If you have any questions please contact the City Office at 660-3274334.

neously, while focusing on the school’s improvement plan and school’s vision for the future.

Throughout all of these expectations, I have dedicated myself to be a professional, ethical, and moral example to my teachers, students, and community.”

Principal Johnson and her husband of 27 years, Mike, have two boys - Mike Jr. and Jake.

Principal Johnson’s hobbies include rodeo, horses and raising Corriente cattle (used for roping and steer wrestling in rodeos.).

Do You Need a Pet?

This dog is now at the Paris City Pound for pick up by owner or for adoption.

Adopt-A-Pet - Call City Office 660-327-4334.

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Ladies Night Out

Thursday, August 9 • 4-8 p.m.

Tickets $20 or 2 for $30 in advance, includes T-shirt

Purchase Tickets at Shirtworks & More,

Addie Jane Gifts or Sassafras Moon Gifts or call 573-696-0345

Costume Contest—dress as your favorite actress from 30’s, 40’s early 50’s Door prizes, drawings…..play Hollywood “Bingo” for more opportunities Pampering & Shopping Specials Classic Car Show & Music Free Parking & Tram Service FOOD! FUN! GIVEAWAYS! Tour Morgenthaler House and Victorian Country Inn

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Food Bank’s Buddy Pack Program helps feed hungry children in Monroe County

In 2005, as most children were running to the bus for the start of spring break, one little girl stayed back. When the teacher approached her and asked why she wasn’t going, she broke into tears and explained that she didn’t want to go home for the week because it wasn’t safe and there was nothing to eat. The following year, The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri launched the Buddy Pack program to ensure that children in need have something to eat at home. A Buddy Pack is a backpack filled with nutritious food for kids to take home when there is not enough for them to eat over the weekend.

Monroe County is not immune to childhood hunger. In fact, more than 839 Monroe County children qualify for free and reduced-priced meals at school. During the week, students who qualify are provided nutritious breakfasts and lunches at school. For some students, school breakfast and lunch are the only meals of the day. And during the weekend these children are at risk of hunger. A weekend can be a long time to go without food. To combat this risk, The Food Bank has been providing Buddy Packs to Monroe County for four years and currently serves 26 students every Friday.

Research shows that healthy, well-nourished children are much better learners. The Buddy Pack

program is The Food Bank’s answer to childhood hunger in Monroe County. The Buddy Packs are filled with nutritious, shelf-stable, kid-friendly foods such as peanut butter, pop-top fruits and soups, fruit juice, granola bars and dried fruits and nuts.

However the program faces a number of challenges: • An increase in demand.

• Cost of fuel has skyrocketed in the past 18 months and has impacted long distance freight and caused the price of food we must purchase to rapidly increase – anywhere from 15% to 40%.

• Due to a change in corporate policy a major food manufacturer has had to dramatically reduce food donations earmarked for this program.

The Food Bank has launched an Adopt a Buddy initiative in hopes that individual Monroe County citizens or organizations will to pay for the cost of a Buddy Pack for

one child. Regional Coordinator at The Food Bank, John Wampler says, “The goal is to find 9 sponsors in the county as soon as possible. Currently, we have 17 students adopted for this program. Our hope is that community leaders will help recruit people in the area to ‘adopt’ at least one student with a $180 donation. Every dollar raised in your county will benefit a child in your county.”

UMB Bank in Monroe City has graciously agreed to be a dropoff location for donations. Those wishing to help a child in Monroe County can make a check payable to “Adopt A Buddy” and mail it to The Food Bank’s fundraising partner, UMB Bank, 201 North Main Street, Monroe City, MO 63456 or visit www.sharefoodbringhope. org/adoptabuddy and sign up to give $15 each month or $180 each year. For more information contact John Wampler at The Food Bank, 1-800-764-3663.

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Where in Europe was Danielle Wheelan?

Danielle Wheelan, Paris R-II student and daughter of Sidney and Keaton Wheelan, was part of the Missouri Ambassadors of Music.

She continues her commentary as she traveled through Europe.

DAY 14 Today was a very humbling day. We went to the Holocaust concentration camp in Dachau, Germany. Most of it had been destroyed after World War II, but nothing has been forgotten. It is actually one of several that have been preserved as a reminder of what hate can do. It was a bit unsettling but I think it was a good experience for all of us.

We spent most of our time there and driving until we arrived in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany; The place of our final concert and hotels for the last two nights. Rothenburg is a very unique, one of a kind, little city. It is completely surrounded by a stone wall, and the town looks like it hasn’t been updated since medieval times. Tonight, my friends and I walked along the wall and took a tour around the city by a medieval watchman that used to guard the city.

DAY 15 Today was our last full day in Europe and the morning’s schedule was up to us. Most people, including me, shopped for souvenirs and went to the city’s medieval torture museum. The band and choir had our final concert later in the day. The band had their concert in the historic Market Square, right under the clock tower. The choir had their concert at Franciskanerkiche, an attractive little church in the city.

At the end of the night, we had our goodbye party. It was really bittersweet. I’ll miss everyone here so much. After living with these people for three weeks, they really have become my second family. It’s going to be so weird not waking up and seeing them every single day. At least I’ll see them at the airport tomorrow. I think tomorrow is really going to be when it sets in. It’s hard to believe that in less than 24 hours I will be back in the U.S. Day 16 I was right. It has really set in. I’m happy to be going home to see my friends and family but yet I don’t want to leave this family; the Missouri Ambassadors of Music. Europe was so amazing and I will cherish the memories I made for the rest of my life. This was a once in a lifetime experience and I am so happy that I had this amazing group to help make it even better. I’m not looking forward to the 12 hour flight but I’m ready to join the Paris FBLA chapter at Nationals, in San Antonio, Texas. Another amazing experience to end an absolutely perfect trip.

Thank you to everyone that has supported me and been reading my articles, I truly appreciate it.

Editor’s Note: Next week an open interview with Danielle Wheelan will appear in this space. Also as soon as she returns to the United States there will be an interview with Rotary Short Term Exchange student Kenzie Dye, who is currently in Spain. She is sponsored by the Paris Rotary Club.

You can follow Kenzie’s exploits in Sunny Spain on her blog www.kenzierye6060.wordpress.com.

It is exciting that our youth have these opportunities provided by organizations and groups to help expand their knowledge and have the cultural experiences that many of our local youth have seen this summer.

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USDA Authorizes Emergency Haying and Grazing of CRP Acres for Monroe County In response to recent extreme temperatures and drought that has impacted forage acres, Tony Francis, Monroe County executive director of USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), announced emergency haying and grazing use of Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) acres is now authorized in Monroe County, Missouri.

According to Francis, 73 Missouri counties have been released for emergency haying and grazing.

“Producers who are struggling to find forage acres for their livestock should take advantage of this opportunity,” said Francis.

Emergency haying in approved counties is allowed through Aug. 31, 2012. Participants must leave

at least 50 percent of each field or contiguous fields unhayed for wildlife. Hay must be removed from the field by Sept. 15.

Emergency grazing in approved counties is allowed through Sept.

30, 2012. Participants shall leave at least 25 percent of each field or contiguous CRP field ungrazed, or graze not more than 75 percent of the stocking rate. All livestock must be removed by the end of the grazing period.

Francis said emergency haying and grazing is not allowed on the same acreage and only certain CRP practices are eligible.

The Secretary of Agriculture announced on July 11, 2012, the payment reduction for emergency haying and grazing has been re-

duced from 25 percent of the rental payment per acre to 10 percent for the 2012 year.

Eligible producers who are interested in haying or grazing CRP under the emergency authorization, and current CRP participants who choose to provide land for haying or grazing to an eligible livestock producer, must first request approval and obtain a modified conservation plan from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).

For more information on and eligibility requirements for CRP emergency haying and grazing, contact the Monroe County FSA at 660 327 4137or visit www.fsa. usda.gov/mo.

New faces abound at Perry Medical Clinic

A Dye in Paradise..

Look for complete trip information upon her return

Kenzie Dye, daughter of Kent and Deena Dye, Paris, is currently in Spain taking part in a Rotary Short Term Youth Exchange. General short-term exchange is for students ages 15-19; can be several days to several weeks long; does not involve attending high school, but students can tailor their experience to match their interests; and can include home stays, tours, and international youth camps. Photo courtesy of Kenzie Dye

Paris R-II Elementary Principal Wendi Wood attends New Principal Conference

There are a couple of new faces at the Perry Medical Clinic, Elizabeth Crews, Nurse Practitioner comes

to the clinic from Mexico, where she had served eight years with the University of Missouri Hospital

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Around The County...

* North Missouri Church of God Camp Meeting... The North Missouri Church of God Camp Meeting will be held Thursday, July 26 through Sunday, Aug. 5. Services through the day. Night services at 7:30 p.m. Any questions contact Ted DeOrnellis 573-4734695. * Paris R-II Athletic Passes Available Aug. 6 ... Paris High School Athletic Passes will be going on sale Monday, Aug. 6, in the high school office. They will be available for purchase throughout the school year. Prices per pass are: Family: $125, Adult Individual: $75, Senior Individual: $60, Student Individual: $55. * Madison Class of 1982 to hold Reunion Aug. 4... Madison Class of 1982 will hold their 30 year reunion on Saturday, Aug. 4, at 6:30 p.m., at Becky’s Restaurant, in Madison. Please contact Dani Bates 660-676-2446 or Jill Hayden Pace 816-809-8875.

as a Clinic Nurse; Dr. Joe Beahan, who has served the Perry area for twenty-two years and will also be serving the Paris area at the new Paris Health Care Clinic Tuesdays and Thursdays; Vicki Rouse, LPN, has been with the clinic for twelve years and has been in the nursing field for thirty-five years and Angie Woodhurst, of Perry, who will be the new front desk receptionist, coming from Audrain Medical Center where she worked with the Med Choice for the past eleven years. The new Perry Medical Clinic staff will continue to give the same professional care and service Monday through Friday as it has for the past twenty-seven years.

Perry Medical Clinic Paris Health Care Clinic

New Paris R-II Elementary Principal Wendi Wood was among administrators from around Missouri who attended the New Principals Conference held July 16-17, at the Missouri Council of School Administrators in Jefferson City.

The training was sponsored by the Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) and the Missouri Association of Elementary School Principals (MAESP).

On Monday, Brad Kurz and Chris Schmitz presented “What I Learned My First Year”. Connie Browning led a session on “Working with the Staff and Community”. Kathy Lewis, a Certified Breaking Ranks Presenter, spoke on “Vision”. John Faulkenberry presented a session on “Preparing for the Opening Day of School” and Jennifer Tiller spoke about “Judgement (Difference Between urgency and Importance”).

The evening ended with key-not speaker Matt Miller.

On Tuesday, Duane Martin presented a session on school law titled “What You Should Know and what is ‘Hot”. Beth Houf spoke on

“Elementary Principalship 101”.

Michael Auer presented a session on “Common Core State Standards”. Paul Katnik spoke about DESE “Teacher and Principals Standards”. Kirsten Clemmons gave a session on “Evaulating Teachers” and Brad Kincheloe pre-

sented on “Results Orientation”.

The training is designed to assist new building administrators to begin their careers in a positive manner. MAESP Executive Director Fay Peters congratulated all participants as dedicated educators serving the students in Missouri.

Attorney General Chris Koster said today that Missourians must register their cell phones on the no-call list before Aug. 1 for their numbers to be included on the October 1 list sent to telemarketers.

People can register their number on the Attorney General’s website at ago.mo.gov or by phone at 866662-2551.

“More than 175,000 numbers have been registered since June 14, the day Governor Nixon signed the legislation expanding the registry to include cell phones,” Koster said. “This is a tremendous response by people who are tired of receiving and having to pay for

unwelcome and annoying calls on their cell phones.”

The no-call registry is updated quarterly, and people who add their mobile numbers to the list by July 31 will be covered as of October 1. Everyone signing up after July 31 and before November 1 will be covered beginning January 1.

Koster said the law covers only cell phones that are primarily used for personal and family calls. Cell phones that are used primarily for business are not covered.

Register cell phones for no-call list before Aug. 1

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Through the Lens

Charles Havens drives a tractor during Old Threshers parade with Susan Havens, left, and Emily Havens. APPEAL PHOTO

Madison Royalty Maddison Breid, left, and Lindsey Hendren with 4-H Fair Queen Brooke Rentschler, center.

2012 Grandma Madison Debbie Peters in Old Threshers parade.

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Johnny Ragsdale drives in the 2012 Mark Twain Old Threshers Reunion.

Rebecca Coffman rides a tractor in the Old Threshers parade. APPEAL PHOTOS

Madison Royalty, left to right, Katie Thomas, Maddison Breid, Lindsey Hendren and Jessica Walter.

The Paris Rural Fire Protection District led the parade with Cory Putnam riding on the fire truck.

Mary McGee, left, and Annette Bell work the food stand during the 2012 Old Threshers.

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The miniature draft pull horses were a hit of the 2012 Mark Twain Old Threshers Reunion.

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PUBLISHER’S NOTICE

All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex,handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.

We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

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

13090 Hwy 15 – South of Paris, Large home, full partially finished walkout basement on 5 acres. Home includes 5 bedrooms, 3 and ½ bathrooms, large family room. Detached garage. PRICE REDUCED $148,900 6 acres near Mark Twain Lake just off Route J near the Cannon Dam with water and electric $3,250 per acre 604 Cooper Drive, Paris – 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom on main floor, full finished walkout basement with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

All newly remodeled. $73,500 652 Dawson St., 3 to 4 bedroom house, 1 bathroom, ranch home on full walkout basement. Newer furnace and central a/c. $58,000.

Mark Twain Lake Area • Farms • Residental • Hunting

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

HOUSE FOR SALE

$100,000 OBO near Mark Twain Lake, completely remodeled.

Call 573-473-2485

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The land owned or rented by the following are posted against trespassing for the 2012-13 hunting season.

The charge is $1.00 per line each week for the season and is to be PAID IN ADVANCE.

Jane Miller Farm (6/1/13) Naiah Hogan (10/11/12) Pamela J. Bogle (11/3/12)

Aluminum Cans

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(In Bags or Boxes Only, Prices Subject to Change) ALSO BUYING *Copper *Brass *Stainless *Lead *Aluminum Grades *Scrap Steel & Cast *Auto Batteries

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APARTMENT FOR RENT: R&R Apartments, 1006 E. Martin, Perry. 1 2- bedroom, water, sewer, trash, lawn care, snow removal.

Call Frank or Shelly (573) 5653392.........................................tfn FOR RENT: Partially furnished apartment in Paris, $250 deposit, $250 month. 573-4736990....................................26-8t FOR RENT: Two Bedroom Mobile, appliances, central air, also 3 bedroom, 2 baths, appliances, central air in Madison, Mo. Call 660-263-7533.....................28-4t HOUSE FOR RENT: South Main St. Paris. 16’x80’ Mobile home.

Three bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Stove, refrigerator, washer and dryer. $400/month, $400 deposit. NO PETS. References required. 314-750-0070. Leave message..............................29-2t FOR RENT: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath home close to town and fairgrounds. Paris, Mo. 573-4730776....................................30-2t FOR RENT: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms homes in Paris, Mo. 573473-0776.............................30-2t FOR RENT: Large 3 bedroom, one bath home located on 222 E. Monroe St., Paris. $375/month.

206-931-7399......................30-2t

FOR SALE: Building located at 216 Market St., Paris, Two - 2 bedroom apartments upstairs and business on bottom floor.

Asking $9,000, appraised at $25,000. 573-529-6475. Charles Wiley..................................26-4t HOME GROWN TOMATOES: Picked Daily. Sold by the pound or by the bushel.

Canned tomatoes available too. 573-721-5908 or 660-3274875...................................28-2t FOR SALE: New 18’ Car Hauler Trailer, Dovetail, Ramps + Carrier, $1,835.

573-4734904...................................30-1t FOR SALE: New Holland 450 3 pt. sickle mower 7’ bar, $850.

573-473-4904....................30-1t FOR SALE: Hesston #5500 Round Baler, $1,250. 573-4734904...................................30-1t FOR SALE: “Bush Hog” 13 1/2’ pull type brush hog, $1,850.

573-473-4904....................30-1t FOR SALE: Skid Steer with pallet forks & bucket, $2,750. 573473-4904...........................30-1t FOR SALE: Howse 10 Ft. 3 pt.

Brush Hog (NEW) $3,550. 573473-4904...........................30-1t FOR SALE: Grain-O-Vator auger wagon, hay/silage mixer, $1,450. 573-473-4904.....30-1t FOR SALE: (NEW) Howse 15 1/2’ Brush Hog, chain guards, laminated tires, List $14,500, Sale price $10,500. 573-4734904...................................30-1t FOR SALE: New Elite 32’ Trailer, tandem duals, dovetail, flipover ramps, $7,950. 573-4734904...................................30-1t

Daycare DAYCARE OPENINGS: In my home in Madison. I have over 28 years experience and can provide excellent references. Accepting ages newborn and up.

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FOR SALE ON MAIN STREET: Big Building, large open floor plans, garage in back new A/C furnace, back room has new floor joists and sub floor, new tin on roof and garage. $18,000 owner will finance with down payment. Contact Jason 573-7211513..................................30-2t

LOST: Red metal windmill 4-5 ft. tall. $100 cash reward. Contact Don Willingham at 573-7215945....................................30-1t

Rummage Sale SIDEWALK SALE: at Kids Caboose downtown Moberly Saturday, August 4, from 7-4. 1200+ items outside at $1 and inside all clothing is 55% off.............30-1t

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Thank You Thanks to all of the firemen who gave their time to put out our wheat field and grain truck fire. We appreciate all of you. Thanks again!

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Thank you to everyone for what they did for my 90th birthday.

Thank you for all 132 cards, calls, gifts and flowers.

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Charlotte Vaughn Thank you for all contributions made for the cancer society, Holliday Christian Church and Evans Club. Thank you to my family who were there with me.

Victor Hultz and family

A big thank you to the Monroe County Commissioners and the road crew for the excellent work on the dirt road south of me.

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Thank you all very much for everything everyone has done for us, from prayers, thoughts, all the way to donations. No matter how big or small, we are grateful. We can’t believe how wonderful this community has been to us. You all really have come together in our time of need. We are blessed to live in this community of amazing people. You definitely don’t know what you have until it’s gone. We are really counting our blessings everyday now.

We are forever grateful to all of you and we love each one of you.

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IN THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI

Judge or Division: PROBATE Case Number: 12MN-PR00032 In the Estate of ELMER ALLEN DILL, Deceased

NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED

(Independent Administration) On 07-09-2012, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individual was appointed the personal representative of the estate of ELMER ALLEN DILL, decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Missouri.

The personal representative 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 is: Attorney: MATTHEW B. WOODS, 903 EAST ASH STREET, COLUMBIA, MO 65201-4853 Phone: 573-874-4190.

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 sixmonth 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

Monroe County LEGALS

Legal Notices 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: 19APR-2012 Date of first publication: 07-122012 Heather D. Wheeler, Circuit Clerk (signed) 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: July 12, 19, 26 and August 2, 2012

IN THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI

Judge or Division: MICHAEL P. WILSON Case Number: 12MN-PR00035 In the Estate of ANNA ELIZABETH CALDWELL, Deceased

NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED

(Supervised Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of ANNA ELIZABETH CALDWELL, Decedent: On 07-06-2012, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individual was(were) appointed personal representative of the estate of ANNA ELIZABETH CALDWELL, decedent by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Missouri. The name, business address, and phone number of the personal representative is: JAMES R CALDWELL, 29269 ROUTE PP, SHELBINA, MO 63468 The personal representative’s at-

Public Notice NOTICE OF TAX CERTIFICATE SALE The following is the publication of the list of lands and lots in Monroe County, Missouri, which are to be offered for sale at the Courthouse door in the City of Paris, Monroe County, Missouri, beginning Monday, August 27, 2012 at 10:00 o’clock A.M. and continuing from day to day until the complete list has been offered for sale by the undersigned collector of Monroe County, Missouri, according to the provisions of Senate Bill Number 94 of the Missouri Sessions Acts of 1933 and the Section Number 9953A of the Missouri Sessions Number 11125 and 11126 of the Missouri Sessions Acts of 1948.

Lands and lots offered under “FIRST SALE” will be offered for not less than the stated totals representing the total amount of taxes and costs, including the costs of this sale, due on said lands or lots to and including the year 2011.

“Certificate of Purchase” will be issued on “FIRST SALE” and are subject to redemption any time during a one (1) year period in accordance with the unamended provisions of Senate Bill 94 of the Missouri Sessions Act of 1933. According to Missouri State Law #140.250 and #140.405 before a “Collector’s Deed” can be given the purchaser has to provide a “Certified Title Search” to the collector after the one year redemption period has past. Once the purchaser has notified the county collector by affidavit that proper notice has been given, anyone with a publicly recorded deed of trust, mortgage, lease, lien or claim upon the property shall have ninety days to redeem said property or be forever barred from redeeming said property.

FIRST SALE - MONDAY, August 27, 2012 Harting, Larry 15-2.0-10-001-019-018.000 Part of the SE ¼ of the NE ¼ Section 10 T 54 N R 10 W of the Fifth Principal Meridian, Described as follows: Beginning at the NE corner of the Lot of ground belonging to the Paris Female Seminary and known as the Female Seminary Lot & runs E with Locust St in said town of Paris, 100’; thence S 326’; thence W 15’; thence S 66’; thence W 85’ to said Seminary Lot; thence N 392’ to the point of beginning.

Years Delinquent: 2009, 2010 & 2011 Total Taxes & Costs: $1,151.20 Harting, Larry 22-4.2-17-004-005-005.000 That tract of land described in Warranty Deed dated August 30, 1872, by Mrs. Polly Wilkerson, Grantor, to Directors of School District No. 2-53-8, Grantee, and recorded in Book 51, Page 428, in Office of Recorder of Deed in Monroe County, Missouri, described as follows: Beginning at the SW corner of Dr. Scott F. Rakliffs and land running S 400’; thence E 120’; thence N 400’; thence W 120’ to place of beginning, containing about one and one-tenth acres. Section 17 T 53 R 8 Years Delinquent: 2009, 2010 & 2011 Total taxes & costs: $273.91 Ralston, Suzanne & Bailey, Joe 15-2.0-10-004-013-003.000 L 23 Baker Sunnyslope Sub Div #2 Paris Years Delinquent: 2009, 2010 & 2011 Total taxes & costs: $2,752.38 Wilkerson, Rob & Angela 15-2.0-10-001-015-012.000 All except N 30’ of L 1, Locust Place Addition Paris Years Delinquent: 2009, 2010 & 2011 Total taxes & costs: $1,633.61 I, Anita Dunkle, Collector for the County of Monroe, State of Missouri, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct list of the lands and lots that will be offered for sale as above set forth, as the same appears on the tax records in my office in the Courthouse at Paris, Monroe County, Missouri.

Dated this 19th day of July, 2012, at my office in the Courthouse of Monroe County, in the City of Paris, State of Missouri.

(signed) Anita Dunkle

Collector of Revenue

Monroe County, Missouri

torney’s name, business address and phone number is: FLOYD LAWSON, 109 E. MONROE ST., P.O. BOX 36, PARIS, MO 65275 PHONE : 660-327-4161 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: 13APR-2012 Date of first publication: 07-122012 Heather D. Wheeler, Circuit Clerk (signed) 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: July 12, 19, 26 and August 2, 2012

TRUSTEE’S SALE

IN RE: Delmer D Fisher Bonita L Fisher Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Delmer D Fisher Bonita L Fisher dated December 3, 2007 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Monroe County, Missouri in Book 326, Page 753 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 2:05 PM), at the West Front Door of the Court House, City of Paris, County of Monroe, 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 Monroe County, State of Missouri, to wit: ALL OF LOTS 1, 2 AND 3 IN BLOCK 3 OF BASKETTS [BASKETT’S] SECOND ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF PARIS, MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI. [THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN BRACKETS HAS BEEN ADDED TO MORE ACCURATELY REFLECT THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION] to satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive St. Louis, MO 63005 (636) 537-0110 File No: 115945.081512.287202 FC

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Public Notice

Case Number: 12MN-PR00033 In the Estate of WAYNE WOHLBOLD, Deceased

NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED

(Supervised Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of WAYNE WOHLBOLD, Decedent: On 07-20-2012, the last will of the decedent having been admitted to probate, the following individual(s) was(were) appointed personal representative(s) of the estate of WAYNE WOHLBOLD, decedent by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Missouri.

The name(s), business address(es), and phone number(s) of the personal representative(s) is(are): HELEN LYNNE BURNEY, 12374 MONROE ROAD 624, MEXICO, MO 65265 The personal representative’s attorney’s name, business address and phone number is: RODNEY J. RODENBAUGH, P.O. BOX 446, 423 S. MAIN ST, NEW LONDON, MO 63459 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 sixmonth 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: June 10, 2012 Date of first publication: July 26, 2012 Heather D. Wheeler, Circuit Clerk (signed) 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: July 26, August 2, 9 and 16, 2012

PUBLIC HEARING The City of Paris will hold a public hearing regarding a request to construct a garage/carport on the property located at 301 McMurry in Paris, Mo. The hearing will be held at City Office, 112 South Main, at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 31, 2012.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING For the purpose of establishing the tax levy for the City of Madison will be held Aug. 14, 2012 at 7 p.m. at city hall.

The valuation established by the County Assessor for 2012 is as follows:

Personal Property................................935,859 State Assessed RR & Utilities............439,056 Real Estate.......................................2,106,638 Total.................................................3,481,553 Proposed Levy 2012 Revenue Fund .6870 $23,918.27 General (The proposed levy will be subject to the State Auditor’s allowance that has not received by the City)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING A public hearing will be held at 4 p.m. August 9, 2012, at the Paris Dulany Memorial Library in Paris, Mo. at which citizens may be heard on the property tax rates proposed to be set by the Monroe County Library District. The tax rates shall be set to produce the revenues which the budget for the year 2013 shows to be required from the property tax. Each tax rate is determined by dividing the amount of revenue requested by the current assessed valuation. The result is multiplied by 100 so the tax rate will be expressed in cents per $100 valuation.

Assessed Valuation (By Categories) Real Estate (local) Personal Property TOTAL New Construction Personal Property TOTAL (minus New Construction)

Current Tax Year 2012 $ 73,230,758 $ 24,873,049 $98,103,807 $ 824,290 $ 2,084,952 $ 92,194,565

Amount of Property Tax Revenue Budget for 2013 Total Revenue permitted in current year

IN THE 10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI

Judge or Division: MICHAEL P WILSON

Prior Tax Year 2011 $ 70,958,685 $ 22,788,097 $93,746,782

$ 93,746,782

*Proposed Tax Rates for 2013 (per $100) $ .1641

$ 156,214

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING A public hearing will be held at 7 p.m. August 8, 2012, at the Madison C-3 School superintendent’s office at which citizens may be heard on the property tax rates proposed to be set by the Madison School District, a political subdivision. The tax rates shall be set to produce the revenues which the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012 shows to be required from the property tax. Each tax rate is determined by dividing the amount of revenue requested by the current assessed valuation. The result is multiplied by 100 so the tax rate will be expressed in cents per $100 valuation.

Assessed Valuation (By Categories) Real Estate (residential) Real Estate (agric., hort.)

Real Estate (util., indust., etc.)

Personal Property TOTAL Fund

Prior Tax Year 2012 $ 5,528,630 $ 2,997,860 $ 553,674 $ 3,244,824 $12,324,988 Amt. of Property Tax Revenues for 2011

Incidental (Operating) Teachers Debt Service Capital Projects TOTAL

Current Tax Year 2012 $ 5,617,930 $ 3,005,200 $ 566,206 $ 3,644,880 $12,834,216 Proposed Tax Rates (per $100)

$ 481,283 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 481,283

New Revenue from New Construction and Improvements: New revenue from Reassessment: Percentage of New Revenue from Reassessment: Board of Education, Madison C-3 School District

By Bruce Hendren, Treasurer *Subject to change until September 1, 2012 July 23, 2012

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Obituaries ✝

Lillian Deaver

1915-2012

Lillian Deaver, 96, of Paris, passed away on Tuesday, July 17, at Monroe Manor Nursing Home.

Mrs. Deaver was born on Oct. 3, 1915, in Stoutsville, the daughter of Henry H. and Goldie L. Smith Borden. She married Noland Kelly Deaver on August 1, 1933 in Paris, and he preceded her in death on June 20, 1993. She is survived by 5 children; Keith Deaver (Linda) of New London, Kelly Deaver (Connie) of Quincy, Ill., Ruthanne Hause (Alan) of Albany, Calif., Richard Deaver (Gloria) of Holliday, and Randy Deaver (Margaret) of Madison; 8 grandchildren; Ryan Deaver, Hannah Deaver, Chris Deaver, Jill Kendrick, Brian Deaver, Stasia Hause, Mindy Breid and Jennifer Deaver; 13 greatgrandchildren; Sara Deaver, Chad Deaver, Nichole Deaver, Clara Stephenson, Maddison Breid, Miranda Breid, Nathan Deaver, Connor Jones, Mandy Bish, Annie Wallace, Kacy Bell, Jared Kendrick, and Sam Kendrick; and 10 great-great-grandchildren; Mason Deaver, Colton Kendrick, Chase Kendrick, Colbe Kendrick, Emma Bell, Laina Bell, Clara Wallace, Khloe Wallace, Landon Kendrick, and Lillian Kendrick.

She was a homemaker and a member of the United Methodist Church, of Paris.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., on Sunday at the United Methodist Church, of Paris with Bonnie Sudsberry officiating.

Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday at Agnew Funeral Home.

Burial was in Walnut Grove Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church of Paris.

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Davis and Wilkerson exchange wedding vows in Columbia Samantha J. Wilkerson and M. Jordan Davis were united in marriage Saturday, March 10, 2012, at the First Christian Church in Columbia. Pastor Kenneth Sharp of Santa Fe Christian Church officiated over the double-ring ceremony.

Samantha was given in marriage by her parents, Darrel and Nancy Wilkerson of Paris. Her grandparents are Dorothy and the late Ralph Wilkerson and Bonnie and the late David Sudsberry.

She chose a strapless Ella satin gown adorned with layers of chiffon for her wedding attire.

The sweetheart neckline was accented with crystals, and Samantha also added a crystal beaded belt to complete her gown. Additionally, her cathedral length veil was edged with crystals.

Her outfit was completed with a diamond necklace gifted from the groom and purple satin Badgley Mischka heels accented with crystals. Samantha and her attendants carried bouquets of fresh Casablanca lilies, roses, sweet pea and hydrangea.

Samantha’s attendants were Matron of Honor, Kristin StreetKrchelich, of Clarinda, Iowa; Maid of Honor, Emily Albertson of Geneva, Ill., who was absent as she is serving in the Peace Corps; Wendy Howell of Polo; Jessica Kendrick, Salisbury, Danielle Sharp, Oak Grove; Shelby Davis of Monroe City; and Katlyn Logan of Sheldon.

The bridesmaids wore grape, knee-length chiffon halter dresses accessorized with lemongrass green chunky necklaces made

by Samantha’s aunt, Teresa Briscoe. Their outfits were completed with lemongrass green heels.

Jordan is the son of Michael and Sandy Davis, of Monroe City. He is the grandson of Helen and the late Arnold Davis and Jane and the late Sam Akers.

Jordan and all of the men work black tuxes with either lemongrass green or purple grape vests depending on their role. Jared Bichsel of Monroe City, was Jordan’s Best Man. Groomsmen

Linden and Becky Vanlandingham celebrate 50th Anniversary

Mr. and Mrs. M. Jordan Davis were Michael Thomas, Dustin the Rehearsal Dinner at Boone Jarman, Keaton and Kyle Ken- Tavern, Columbia, where many drick all of Monroe City and enjoyable stories were shared.

Luke Stevens of Montgom- Following the ceremony, a reery City. Stephen Moss, Alan ception was hosted by the bride’s Wilkerson, Dustin Wilkerson, parents at Stoney Creek Inn also and Stephen Foss served as the in Columbia. Dinner and dancushers for the ceremony. ing were enjoyed by the large During the ceremony Johanna crowd of family and friends. The Wilkerson read scripture from couple honeymooned on a cruise 1 Corinthians. Charlotte Mon- of the Caribbean immediately tague of New Cambria, sang following the wedding festivi“God Gave Me You” accom- ties. panied on the piano by Mandi Mr. and Mrs. Jordan Davis now Scheulen of Linn. The ring reside in Pekin, Illinois, where bearer and flower girl were Samantha is a district sales manChristian Miles and Gracee ager for Monsanto and Jordan is Foss respectively. a heavy equipment operator for The groom’s parents hosted B.E.B. Excavating.

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Linden and Becky Vanlandingham celebrated their 50th anniversary Sunday, July 22. The couple was married Sunday, July 22, 1962, by the late Rev. Dudley Kern at the First Baptist Church in Shelbina. Parents of the couple are the late Margaret Blanton and the late Carter Blanton, of Shelbina and the late Orval and Madge Vanlandingham, of Paris and later the late Ruth Vance Vanlandingham.

Standing up with the couple was their sister, Jackie Blanton Maddox and Linda Vanlandingham Blades, the late Delbert Secoy and Virgil (Sonny) Raines, and the bride’s brother, Robb Ray Blanton was the ring bearer.

Others in the wedding party were Delman D. Fisher, Sidney Threlkeld, Bill White and the late Bob Phillips, Sally Halliburton Blakemore, Mary Jane Baker Kraska, Judy Branscomb Sparks, and Rosemary Hardy Manley. Musicians were Edith Lyle Rutter and Virginia Threlkeld Williams.

Linden and Becky are the parents of two children, Lisa and Scott McWilliams, of Parkville and Chad and Jennifer Vanlandingham, of Ladue. Grandchildren are Matthew McWilliams, of Lasalle-Peru, Ill., Megan McWilliams, of Parkville and Lauren and Jack Blanton Vanlandingham, of Ladue.

The couple has made their home

on their farm southeast of Paris for forty-eight years. Becky was employed at Pelsue Shoe Store in Paris for seven years and retired last year after twenty-three years at KXEO-KWWR Radio in Mexico.

Linden is a retired farmer. Both are active in many civic, charitable and political organizations and are members of the Paris United Methodist Church.

Linden and Becky celebrated their anniversary with their family at the Lake of the Ozarks with a dinner. A trip is planned for a later date.

Appeal Columnist Saylor Forsyth

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