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K RUN/WALK

Come participate in the Friday, May 31, 5K Race/Walk - I Wear Gray for Grandpa 5K. The race/walk, sponsored by area businesses including Wheeler Auction, Paris Pharmacy, David Hoffman and Family, Hayhurst Realty (John and Tammy Hayhurst), Monroe County CO-OP and Miller’s Bar and Grill, will take place at the Paris Fairgrounds with registration beginning at 6:30 p.m., and the race/ walk kicks off at 7 p.m. Registration fee is $20 and includes a race shirt.

For more information contact Brooke Rentschler.

MRC TO MEET TWICE, MAY 30, JUNE 6

Monroe County Health Department MRC will be meeting twice during the next two weeks.

On Thursday, May 30, the unit will participate in a joint meeting with the Ralls County MRC unit and the Lewis County MRC unit, at 6 p.m. at the Ralls County Health Department, in New London. The Ralls County MRC disaster response trailer will be on display for a demonstration of its use during a time of disaster. All MRC volunteers and interested citizens are invited to attend. Funds are available to pay mileage to registered volunteers. A light meal will be provided.

On Thursday, June 6, Gail McCurdy, BSN, will present the second half of psychological first aid training to volunteers. The training will be held at the Paris Community Building (behind City Hall) at 6 p.m. A meal will be provided. All volunteers, new and old, are welcome to attend.

Contact Paula Delaney, 3274259, ext. 240, to make reservations or for further information.

RELAY SURVIVOR LUNCHEON JUNE 2

The Survivor Luncheon will be this Sunday, June 2, at 12:30 p.m., in the Paris Library Basement. The Survivor Luncheon is a Relay For Life event that the Monroe County Cancer Supporters assist to sponsor. Donna Morgan is Chairperson; this year’s inspirational speaker will be Barb McCall.

RELAY FOR LIFE LUMINARIES

Whether it’s a parent, sibling, friend or neighbor, we all know someone who has been touched by cancer. Relay For Life is one way to recognize loved ones who are surviving cancer and remember those who have lost the battle. After sunset at each Relay For Life event, the track is encircled with Luminaria decorated with the names of those who have battled cancer. This ceremony of light symbolizes the hope and courage with which we all continue to fight cancer. Available again this year is a caregiver bag, as a way to honor those who have cared for a cancer patient. If you would like to make a donation for a Luminaria at our Relay For Life, fill out the form in next week’s Appeal, or pick up at chamber office and mail to the address below. Each Luminaria is a $5.00 donation.

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Paris R-II conducts junior high graduation ceremony, 30 graduates advance to high school

During the 2013 Paris R-II 8th Grade Promotion, held on Thursday, May 23, in the high school gymnasium – District Superintendent Chris Johnson welcomed all family, friends and guests of the graduates.

“Congratulations on all your accomplishments,” said Secondary Principal John Wiggans to the Class of 2017. “This class has been phenomenal to work with.

I am really proud of this class.”

The Top 25 percent of the class was recognized (Taylor Dye, Ben Ebbesmeyer, Betsy Embree, Dillion Hancock, Payton Ness, Chase Redington, Nicholas Thomas, and Britany Williams ) and then the class members were given individual presentations and awards.

Awards included: Margaret Powers Award, Ben Ebbesmeyer; American Legion Award, Payton Ness and Nicholas Thomas; Band Director’s Award, Ben Ebbesmeyer; Carol Stockton Reading Award, Donna Haines; Art Award, Ben Ebbesmeyer; Russ Thomas Shelter Insurance Academic Achievement Award, Ben Ebbesmeyer; Paris Area Chamber of Commerce Award, Betsy Embree; Motherhood Daze Club Courtesy Award, Taylor Dye and Ben Ebbesmeyer; and the Dean Rosenkrans Memorial Spelling Award, David Vestal; Presidential Award for Academic Excellence, Betsy Embree and Ben Ebbesmeyer.

Various class members read the Class Poem and gave an overview of the Class History since kindergarten.

District Superintendent Johnson and Paris Board of Education Vice-President Raymond Batsell presented the Promotion Certificates.

The class members presented flowers

Paris R-II Class of 2017 at their promotion ceremony, Thursday, May 23.

to family members.

“Now you move on to high school, the next step in your educational career,” said Principal Wiggans.

The Paris R-II 8th Grade Class of 2017 are: Derek Tanner Anderson, J.W. Bailey, Riley Jo Barton, Trenton Nickolas Brandl, Kaylee Ann Brown, Samantha Cheyanne Davis, Drew Michael Duncan, Bryce Kaylie Dunlap, Taylor Brianne Dye, Ben Gerald Ebbesmeyer,

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Betsy Rachelle Embree, Madeline Marie Flick, Dacota Lee French, Trey Anthony Graham, James Dillion Hancock, Donna J. Haynes, Carmyn Miranda Holmes, Allison Jean Jett, Payton Elizabeth Ness, Richard Dylan Painter, Chase Garrett Redington, Chance Alexander Scott, Stephen Scott, Nicholas Lloyd Thomas, David Vestal, Aubrey David Wiggans, Hadley Addison Wiggans, Britany Kay Williams, Brooke Elizabeth Young.

R-II Board of Education members approve teaching and additional duty contracts

It was reported out of an approved closed session during the Paris R-II Board of Education monthly meeting, on Wednesday, May 15 that the board members unanimously approved the following: offered Brant Long a teaching contract for the 2013-2014 school year; offered extra duty contracts to Garrett Thomas as Assistant Baseball Coach, Garrett Thomas and Cloe Billington will split the Softball Co-Coach Position, Gary Crusha as Weight Room Coach, Doug Turner as Junior High Assistant Football Coach and Sara Watson as Junior Class Sponsor.

The board members approved the consent agenda including financial statement and bills presented for payment; minutes of the April 9, Special Board Meeting, April 16, Reorganization Meeting, and April 16, Regular Board

Meeting; Transfer of Funds (Fund 1 to Fund 2: $63,862.50, Fund 3 to Fund 2: $21,946.00); Attendance Report; Transportation Report; and Substitute Teacher.

Concrete - Gary Barbee addressed the board members about the concrete in front of the high school. A motion was made, seconded and approved asking Five Oaks to supply the cost of lights for the east side of the gym to remove the imperfections seen only at night, the cost of hanging those lights, the cost of the conduit and half of the engineering costs. The motion passed with a 6-1 vote.

Bus Bids – The board members approved opening up bids for the purchase of a used bus.

Security Bids – The board members approved the security bid from Midwest Digital Systems for entry card access sys-

tem and video surveillance.

Vision Services - The board members approved an agreement for services from Lisa Traynor as the provider for vision services for the 2013-2014 school year.

Program Evaluations - A thorough Federal Programs evaluation was presented to the board members by Brandy Forsyth.

Superintendent’s Report and Communications – Superintendent Johnson presented her Superintendent’s report to the Board of Education members Superintendent Johnson noted that the next regular board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, at 6 p.m., and the last meeting of the fiscal year is sched-

PARIS GRADUATION/ u See AWARDS on page A4

CITY OF PARIS RECEIVES CHECK FROM COOPERATIVE The City of Paris has purchased wholesale electricity from Consolidated Electric Cooperative since Oct. 1, 1957. Annually the City receives a capital credit allocation based on the energy usage margins from Consolidated Electric Cooperative and Central Electric Power Cooperative, CEC’s Generation and Transmission provider. According to a letter received by the city last year, the Co-op Board of Directors met and discussed the financial condition of the Co-op and decided what credits and percentage to return to the city.

On hand to deliver the funds were Consolidated Electric Cooperative Board Member Jamie Ebbesmeyer. Receiving the funds for the City of Paris was City Superintendent Phillip Shatzer (left in picture).

In the letter to the city, it was noted that as a member/owner of Consolidated Electric Cooperative, capital credits are returned to the city in much the same way as profits would be returned to a stockholder of other utilities. The city received a check for $26,644.01.

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OPINION

JUST A THOUGHT

UST ASK DAVE...

BY LISA TALTON CONTRIBUTING WRITER

From the desk of the Editor

A Heavy Heart...

BY DAVID EALES EDITOR appeal@parismo.net

Thanks... Memorial Day is a somber reminder of what we to owe those who gave the greatest sacrifice for us their lives in defense of our freedom.

When I was young the quote I often heard was from Winston Churchill, “Never has so much, been owed by so many, to so few...” This quote of course referred to the people of England owing so much to the few Royal Air Force pilots for keeping the Germans from invading Great Britain.

Now being an American, this has a different meaning for me. It means thanking every one who has served for their service to me and our country. It means the dedicated service of those on the front lines and on the lines not so much in the front but just as important in keeping me, you and everyone safe and secure here at home.

Thank you to Juan and Cherylene Ramos for their service to our country and thank you to Lloyd Miller and every one of our dedicated American Legion Post 221 members both legion and auxiliary who showed up every single day in wartime or in peacetime to keep this country safe. Thank you to ALL who have served or are serving.

Thank you to my son Jeffrey for his gallant and dedicated service.

Thank you to all our young soldiers who are recent military members who took it upon their shoulders to continue the fine, long

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standing military tradition of this country.

Thank you to everyone back here at home that supports these fine soldiers, sailors and airmen in the course of their careers and tours of duty. It is a group effort from one and all that makes it work but it is still the fighting men and women that make that ultimate sacrifice.

It is through the efforts of all that make this a strong and powerful nation - military, National Guard, union members, workers, teachers, politicians, farmers, housewives, students - everyone of us...

Thank you residents of Monroe County for all your support of the American Legion, Daughters of the American Revolution and all our military associated organizations and groups. You never let me or anyone down when it comes to caring and sharing what you have with others. It is this support and caring attitude that makes me think, “why would I ever live anyplace else.”

Thank you! Thank you!

Thank you!

Have a great week...

MY TURN

The Graduates (continued)

This past Thursday in this space I sought to defend our younger generation in general and our recently high school graduates in particular from criticism that they are all self centered and/or selfish.

In the same article I noted that the graduates were well behaved and respectful of each other and of their school and teachers.

Now, in consideration of the recent damage to the school building, conceivably the result of the annual prank or practical joke of departing seniors and possible accomplices, I have been asked by several people if I care to revise my opinion of these par-

ticular “well behaved” and “respectful” kids.

The simple answer is not really. Whoever did this will be identified and appropriate action will result. Most of us are living examples of decent people making some truly poor decisions and suffering the consequences. That some of our kids cannot yet tell the difference between a prank and expensive vandalism and will learn that significant difference the hard way is unfortunate and too often a part of growing up and “manning” and “womaning” up as well for the rest of us.

You can do, and we expect, much better than this.

Memorial Day is celebrated mostly today (Monday) as the start of summer vacations; schools close and pools open. Brief ceremonies at Arlington Cemetery and the one I saw at the start of NASCAR 500 on Sunday do celebrate and remember all of the Americans who lost their lives serving our country and our protecting our freedom.

The renditions of “Taps” and our national anthem were moving and well done and a fitting tribute. This day has a long history reaching back to before the anthem and before “Taps” when the day of memory was “Decoration Day” a new celebration that honored the sacrifices of the u See MY TURN on page 8A

A Memorial Day Inclusion

Dear Editor, We purchased 12 acres on Route 15 south of Paris in 1996. In 2000 we built our dream retirement home and moved here in 2003 after we both retired. We put a lot of sweat and tears into making our property a nice place to live. Since we were “city folks” we were a bit apprehensive about moving to the “country”. We knew this was an agricultural area and expected the normal barnyard odors of country living. We were amazed at the friendliness of the community Our wonderful neighbors, many of whom engaged in some form of u See LETTER on page 9A

This past weekend we were in Quincy for the Gus Macker 3 on 3 Tournament. All four of my children played in it and were very excited to be a part of it. We have been going for the past three years or so. My children love to play basketball and their dad is also a big basketball fan and explayer so it is something we enjoy doing together.

It is a good time to hang out with family and friends and watch the children do something they love and have fun doing it.

The sad thing was I found out this weekend that it seems to be becoming less and less a fun family activity and more of a bad, not for children rated reality TV show. I could not believe some of the displays of rude, non-sportsman-like behavior that took place by not only the children but also the parents. It really saddened me but it also gave me even more insight into why we are seeing so many behaviors in our youth.

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One team my son was playing against had a boy who was not only yelling, jumping up and down and flailing his arms at the referee every time he didn’t like a call but he was also belittling and yelling at his own teammates when he thought they weren’t doing what HE thought they needed to do. He even proceeded to stomp off the court during the middle of the game because he did not like a call. Then he decided to come back in the game when he was ready and sent his teammate back out.

I couldn’t believe it!!!!

The parent nor the coach nor the referee made that boy sit out. He disrespected the referee, the coaches, his teammates, the other team and even the game of basketball but yet he was allowed to keep playing the game.

There is no way my son

As Time Goes By

All yesteryears are reprinted in the exact text of the original issue 90 Years Ago June 1, 1923 Paris High School Vocational Agriculture Class Ties For First Honors In the State: The Vocational Agriculture Class of the Paris High School, taught by Prof.

K.G. Harmon, practically duplicated its record of last year in leading all schools in the state by tying for first place with two other schools this year. It will be necessary for the class to take new examinations in order to break the tie. The Paris class was awarded a beautiful cup last year for leading the state and it can keep it this year and next, the cup will become its permanent property.

Russell Nolen to Head School: Russell Nolen, son of Mrs. Kate Nolen of Paris, has been elected principal of the consolidated high school at Middle Grove. His salary will be $1,200 a year.

Russell has made his own way as a student at the University of Missouri and has demonstrated traits of character which should make him a valuable man for the Middle Grove community.

Dog Insured for $150: Dog insurance is becoming popular, the J.W. and John C. Atterbury agency at Madison last week wrote a $150 policy on the fine bird dog owned

by Dr. Dunaway and Chester Atterbury.

75 Years Old June 2, 1938 Edith Gallop Wins Scholarship Honors: Miss Edith Gallop was valedictorian of the se-

nior class at Paris during the term, which closed last Thursday by earning first rank for scholarship.

She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ethan Gallop, south of Paris.

Miss Mildred Gant earned second place for scholarship and was selected a salutatorian. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Gant, of Paris.

Honorable mention for scholarship was given to Mary Blanche Young, Mary Ann Williams and Helen Levings.

Bedford House Badly Burned: The Claude Bedford residence property of East Monroe in Paris was badly damaged by fire Saturday night. Most of the contents were saved.

Mr. Bedford carried $2,000 insurance. Marvin Chapman and Carl Tawney had serious experiences while fighting the blaze. Chapman jumped from the roof in order to escape a sudden spread of the flames, landing on the well platform and plunging into the well when the platform gave away. A quick rescue followed. Carl Tawney sustained such a severe cut in the leg that he had to be taken to the McMurry hospital where several stitches were required to close the wound. Several hours after the fire was subdued, the fire company was called back to the house to work on another blaze that started from a spark or smoldering ember.

The house was occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Hardin. See, and most of their household goods were saved.

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guing with a parent from the other team. It started off where they were going back and forth yelling things at each other during the game and the only reason I knew about it was because my twin boys said to me, “Hey mom, look at those two ladies over there.” So then after the game is over the two ladies proceed to go over to the other side where the man was that they had been yelling back and forth with.

They exchanged words and then finally departed. I couldn’t hear what they were saying but by the head shaking and hip holding of the women and the redness of the face of the man, I don’t think they were nice words.

I see these children having attitudes and behaviors and I know they are crying out and it makes my heart ache for them. I know we can do more to make positive changes. I have been praying and asking God what can I do to help these children and any parents out there who might be struggling.

Again, what are we teaching our children? We need to really think about how our actions today are going to affect the future of this country and our children.

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or daughter would have been allowed to keep playing. If the coach did not have enough sense to sit my child out I would of had to step in and take care of business.

What are we teaching this boy? It’s okay to be rude, disrespectful and have fits of rage as long as it is for the good of winning a 3 on 3 basketball tournament? How is winning a tournament going to help him later on in life? It doesn’t matter how good this boy might be at basketball because without any character or integrity or the ability to respect others he probably won’t make it through high school without getting into serious trouble.

He was only in the 7th grade and already had a major attitude and anger problem.

Coaches have an incredible opportunity to help mode these young children. My husband coaches and I hear him say this a lot: “It’s about building up the younger generation. Building up their character and their self-esteem.” It’s not only about the sport they are coaching but it’s about teaching the child discipline, respect, perseverance and dedication.

The other incident was when parents from one team were yelling and ar-

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50 Years Ago May 30, 1963 Awards Assembly at the Paris School: At the closing Paris High School assembly held Friday morning Miss Patricia Sanders, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Sanders, of Granville, was named valedictorian of the graduating class and Gary Havens, son of Mr. and Mrs. Phil Havens, north of Paris, was named salutatorian.

Each received a Curators Scholarship Award to the University of Missouri and both have completed their enrollment.

Miss Sanders will major in education and Havens will major in electrical engineering.

New Business Opening Thursday: The new self-service laundry and dry cleaning and hair drying establishment of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Forbis officially opens on South Main in the new Temple Stephens building Thursday of this week.

Paris Factory Employs 50 – Plans for More: At the close of last week, the Paris Garment Co. had reached a total of fifty employees in it plant in the former Paris Hatchery building, according to Geo Conway, the manager. Conway was awaiting the receipt of another buttonhole making machine before putting on as additional four of five workers. The one machine now in the plant will not keep up with the production of shirts being manufactured by the garment making force.

Also being studied, with the possibility it will be

done, is a plan to further condition the second floor of the building, where up to now training has been done, and put an additional 25 to 30 people to work on regular production.

25 Years Ago June 2, 1988 Paris High Issues 47 Diplomas at Graduation: Paris High School had 47 seniors graduate last Friday night during graduation exercises. Mary Brazeale, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Brazeale, was named valedictorian and Kris Collins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Collins, was named salutatorian.

Construction: A new building is being built in Paris across the street form the courthouse. The new building will house the Division of the Aging Worker and Family Services. The building is necessary to provide handicap facilities and will take on the address of 101 East Marion with it 2,100 square feet.

Panthers Win District Title: The Madison Panthers hosted the first game of district play on May 16 against Keytesville. Madison won 10-3 to advance to semifinal play. Bryan O’Bannon was the winning pitcher with 16 strikeouts and 4 walks.

Getting hits for Madison: Bryan O’Bannon – single, Mike Kuhl - double, Bryan Wandrey – 2 singles, Time Branstetter – 2 singles, and Scott Yohe – 2 singles. Madison ended their season with 15 wins and 5 losses.

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PARIS MERCURY

Paris R-II Elementary celebrates Honor Awards Paris R-II Elementary held their final Honors Assembly of the year on Monday, May 20, in the elementary gymnasium.

“Thank you for coming today,” said Teacher Lynn Turner. “It is good to see so many here in support of their children.”

Turner gave the assembled on overview of what is required to make A Cubed and welcomed the fourth quarter guest speaker - Monroe County Appeal Publisher David Eales.

Eales extolled the students to use the resources available to them to be successful during their school years.

“Think of successful baseball players,” said Eales to the students.

“Even as talented as they are they still get advice and suggestions from their manager and coaches. The administration, teachers and staff, here at school are your coaches and manager - use them to be successful any time you can.”

Eales thanked the teachers and parent for all the support they give to their students.

“These students before you today are successful because of you,” said Eales in closing.

The teachers presented their classes with certificates, medals and T-shirts as required.

‘Now that they know that they can achieve the goals they have set the sky is the limit,” said Teacher Janet Dunlap.

“Thank you to all the family members here today - it is you that matters to these students.”

Mrs. Turner 3rd Grade A Cubed: Bella Farrah, *Briley Hancock, Carlee Long, Emma Morgan, Bryan Rustemeyer, Tyler Wilkerson A/B Honor Roll: Josh Davis, Bella Farrah, Kloey Fox, Briley Hancock, Carlee Long, John McKinney, Emma Morgan, Bryan Rustemeyer, Kenzie Wilkerson, Tyler Wilkerson Mrs. Ragsdale 3rd Grade A Cubed: *Landon Bender, Money Fox, *Gracie Hatton, *Andi Holmes, Kendall Mason, *Tristan Playter, *Emma Wilson A/B Honor Roll:

Landon Bender Money Fox, Gracie Hatton, Andi Holmes, Kendall Mason, Tristan Playter, Josey Rarick, Emma Wilson Mrs. Bell 4th Grade A Cubed: *Ethan Chapman, *Chris Ebbesmeyer, Kelsey Elzea, *Bobby Gash, *Brock Miller, Kaylee Mitchell A/B Honor Roll: Isaac Burke, Ethan Chapman, Bryanna Conboy, Shonda DeTienne, Chris Ebbesmeyer, Kelsey Elzea, Bobby Gash, Faith Gibbs, Alexis Hartgrove, Eli Jordan, Brock Miller, Devin Miller, Kaylee Mitchell, Nicole Skinner Mrs. Ragsdale 4th Grade A Cubed: *Laken Edwards, *Aiden Forrest, *Luke Hunter, Tim Johnston, *Charlie Vitt, *Alaiyna Wheaton A/B Honor Roll: Reese Barton, Laken Edwards, Baylen Farmer, Aiden Forrest, Luke Hunter, Tim Johnston, Charlie Vitt, Alaiyna Wheaton Mrs. Ebbesmeyer 5th Grade A Cubed: *Kaison Berry A/B Honor Roll: Shane, Bailey, Tristan Dunlap, Jacob Ford, *Saylor Forsyth, *Victoria Hamilton, *Konnor Heitmeyer, Aiden Mitchell, Shannon Pugh Mrs. Bailey 5th Grade A Cubed: Kate McGinness, Blake Turner A/B Honor Roll: Danielle Anderson, *Erin Heinecke, *Clayton Langerud, *Katelyn McGinness, Savannah Perkins, *Ethan Redington, *Delaney Wheelan, *Blake Turner Mrs. Dunlap 6th Grade A Cubed: *Mollie Cupp, *Carson Flick, *Delaney Miller, *Raigan Playter, *Anna White A/B Honor Roll: *Emma Addie, *Sarah Stahlschmidt, Keaton Threlkeld, Nick Wheaton Mrs. Graupman 6th Grade A Cubed: *Devin Brandl, *JoAnna Farrah, *Adam Forrest, *Jessie Hoffman, *Ashley Jones, *Marlena Long, *Sarah Vestal, *Elizabeth Vitt A/B Honor Roll: *Ian Chase, *Aly Francis, *Allison Moore, *Seth Morton • Denotes all four quarter A Cubed achievement - 5th and 6th grade A Cubed students also qualify for A/B Honor Roll

Paris R-II Elementary Third Grade A/B Honor Roll and A Cubed Recipients

Paris R-II Elementary Fourth Grade A/B Honor Roll and A Cubed Recipients

Paris R-II Elementary Fifth Grade A/B Honor Roll and A Cubed Recipients

Paris R-II Elementary Teachers, left to right, Courtney Bell (4th Grade), Marie Ebbesmeyer (5th Grade) and Kathryn Graupman (6th Grade) prepare to hand certificates, medals and T-shirts out to their students at the honors assembly.

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Graduate Michael Hall

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Michael Hall graduates from Linn Tech College Michael Hall graduated from Linn State Technical College, on Saturday, May 18. His classes were held at the Mexico Technology Center in Mexico for the last two years. He received an Associate of Applied Science in Nuclear Technology Reactor Op-

erations. The Recognition Ceremony was held at the Presser Performing Arts Center and the Luncheon was held at the Audrain County 4-H Center, in Mexico.

Madison Homemakers Club hosts Madison C-3 Principal Trisch Vessar The Madison Homemakers Club met on May 23 at the Community Center. President Karen Forsyth opened the meeting by having members recite the Pledge of Allegiance and the Membership Pledge. There were 20 members present along with guests Trish Vessar and Shelby Arnold.

The devotional “When I’m Old” was contributed

by Marybelle Hartgrove and read by Jane Wilsdorf.

Darleen McNutt presented a game listing things that members might have in their purse. Barbara Black won by having the most things on the list. Roll call was answered by completing the phrase “Happiness Is -- .”

President Karen read a thank you note for the Club’s donation to the afterprom party. Darleen won the drawing for the hostess gift. Secret Pals having birthdays this month were Marybelle and Karolyn Kay Thomas.

Karen introduced Trish Vessar who gave the pro-

gram. Ms. Vessar has been at Madison High School for eight years, serving as principal for the last two years. She has a very diverse background including police work and serving in the military. She is presently working on a specialist degree. She stressed that there have been huge changes in education since club members went to school. One of the main changes is in security. High School graduates need more credits to graduate. Technology has leaped forward. Madison C-3 has about 230 students in K-12 and is above the curve in technology for a district of our size. They have a computer for each pair of students in 3rd through 6th grades. Also discussed were the standards of “Common Core” which Missouri has adopted. Some lamented the discontinuance of cursive writing skills. Ms. Vessar closed by expressing her thanks for the support of the community The meeting adjourned

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These are the 4-H members who attended the 2013 Teen Conference in Columbia - First row - Charles Robertson, Dakota Hagenhoff, Brandon Williams, Makayla Fox, Hannah Mitchell.

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west room of the Community Center for their annual picnic. Members are to bring a potluck dish, table service, and a guest if they so desire.

Holliday C-2 holds retirement party for Hall and Jones

Retiring teacher Ann Jones shows off her new bell.

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u See SCHOOL on uled for Friday, June 28, at 7 a.m., in the district boardroom.

Principal Reports Superintendent Chris Johnson presented the Elementary School report to the Board of Education members and Secondary Principal John Wiggans presented the Junior High and High School report to the board members.

With no further business the board members adjourned the meeting at 8:03 p.m.

with the repeating of the Club Collect and refreshments of muffins, snack mix, and drinks served by hostesses Carol Larson and Barbara. The next meeting will be on June 27, in the

The Holliday C-2 School teachers held a retirement party for Mrs. Carol Hall and Mrs. Ann Jones who are retiring this year. The retirement party was held on Monday, May 13 at 2:30 at the school.

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Hall

were both given bells to remember their years at the school. Several family members, former teachers, and students were there to share the day. Mrs. Jones has worked at the school for 15 years and Mrs. Hall for 23 years.

The Holliday C-2 School held the PTO Carnival on Thursday May 16th at the School. Kevin Lair and Maariko Williams were crowned as the King and Queen and Malana Pence and Landon Berry as the Prince and Princess.

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Students from the Middle Grove School played softball and kick ball with the Holliday students on Thursday, May 16th for the annual games. Students in grades 6-8th grade have enjoyed the Battle of the Bat and Holliday students were able to take the trophy home this year. Students in grades 4-5th played kickball together. Pictured here are Matthew Unterbrink and Maariko Williams waiting to field. SUBMITTED PHOTO

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NECAC celebrates National Community Action Month

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

Monday - BBQ Riblette on Bun, French Fries, Oriental Slaw, Lime Sprinkled Pears Tuesday - Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Cauliflower & Cheese, Fruit Salad, Wheat Roll Wednesday - Homemade Cheeseburger on Bun (lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle), Tator Tots, Greek Salad, Brownie Thursday - Baked Ham, Baked Sweet Potato, Lima Beans, Pineapple Cake, Wheat Bread Friday - Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Buttered Cabbage, Strawberries, Biscuit

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•The Hand & Foot Club met on Thursday, May 23, at the Paris Senior Center with 16 members participating. Drawing for the meal tickets was held and the winners were Margaret Olney and Donna Emmert

•Bingo was not held on Monday, May 27 due to observance of Memorial Day holiday.

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The not-for-profit North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) held a reception May 14 at its Monroe County Service Center in Paris in recognition of National Community Action Month. Attending were Experience Works employee Gloria Spurgeon; Lawanda Hart, of Faith Walk Ministry; NECAC Monroe County Board Members Tara Sheffield, of Paris and Maxine Jones, of Holliday; and NECAC Monroe County Service Coordinator Lisa Blickhan. NECAC contracts with federal, state and local governments, private businesses and other not-for profit organizations to operate and administer self-sufficiency service programs for the low-income, elderly, youth, disabled and disadvantaged

population. The agency’s Central Administration Of-

fices are located in Bowling Green, with NECAC Ser-

vice Centers operated in each county.

Judge Rachel Bringer Shepherd has announced that Missouri Supreme Court Judge Paul Wilson will be presenting the O’Toole and Permanency awards to the Tenth Judicial Circuit on June 6, at 11:30 a.m. at the Monroe County Courthouse in Paris. The awards will be presented to the Circuit for efficiently managing and processing cases during fiscal year 2012. The Tenth

Judicial Circuit includes Marion, Monroe, and Ralls Counties.

The awards will be presented to Judge Rachel Bringer Shepherd, Judge Michael P. Wilson, Judge David Mobley, Judge John J. Jackson, the Tenth Circuit Juvenile Office, and Circuit Clerks Heather Wheeler, Carolyn Conners, Gina Jameson, and Valerie Munzlinger. Representatives of the Children’s Di-

vision, Court Appointed Special Advocates, and the Tenth Circuit Bar Association will also be participating in the presentation.

The Tenth Circuit is only one of five circuits throughout the state to meet all ten of the ten time standards measured by the Missouri Supreme Court for timely and efficient case management in fiscal year 2012. The Tenth Circuit also re-

ceived both awards last year and was one of only three circuits in the state to meet all ten time standards for achievement.

Judge Shepherd stated, “I am very grateful to all of the judges, clerks, juvenile officers, and attorneys practicing in the Tenth Circuit for their efforts to resolve cases as quickly as possible.”

The public is invited to attend the ceremony.

Tara Sheffield, of Paris, is congratulated by North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) President and Chief Executive Officer Don Patrick for completing an intensive new board member orientation recently. Sheffield is one of three NECAC Board Members from Monroe County. The half-day session focused upon the history, purpose and mission of Community Action, board members’ roles and their relationship with the president and chief executive officer, and agency programs and funding.

Participants also watched videotaped presentations about Community Ac-

tion and their role in serving on a not-for-profit agency’s board. NECAC is a 12-county area not-forprofit social service, community health and public housing Community Action Agency. NECAC contracts with federal, state and local governments, private businesses and other not-for profit organizations to operate and administer self-sufficiency service programs for the low-income, elderly, youth, disabled and disadvantaged population. The agency’s Central Administration Offices are located in Bowling Green, with NECAC Service Centers operated in each county.

President and Chief Executive Officer Don Patrick, left,

Attending NECAC celebration were, left to right, Experience Works employee Gloria Spurgeon; Lawanda Hart, of Faith Walk Ministry; NECAC Monroe County Board Members Tara Sheffield, of Paris and Maxine Jones, of Holliday; and NECAC Monroe County Service Coordinator Lisa Blickhan.

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Judge Shepherd announces award ceremony

Tara Sheffield completes new board member orientation for NECAC

Katie Otto delivers lunches to help raise money for Paris R-II FBLA’s Nationals trip.

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CHURCH NEWS

“Seek the LORD while He may be found, call upon Him while He is near.” – Isaiah 55:6 Greetings from FaithWalk Ministries – Bishop Harold G. Long, Pastor Morning worship service began at 10:30 a.m.

“We Lift Our Hands” – sung by FaithWalk Choir Opening Prayer led by Elder Helen Fugate Scripture read by Bro. Thompson – Joel 2:23-27 “Get The Glory” – sung by FaithWalk Choir Offering (Seed Planting) was directed by Minister Ballenger. Our Vision and Mission Statements were read in unison, declaring that FaithWalk Ministry’s constant goal is the work of, “Building and Sustaining Strong Communities by Breaking the Cycle of Addictive Failures.”

“I Give Myself Away” – sung by FaithWalk Choir Bishop Long’s message was entitled, “Precepts of God vs. Our Concept of God” Isaiah 55:8-11 Verse 10 – an occurrence marked in time causes a condition, and then a receiving of seed and food to us physically and spiritually. God gives us a seed (Word) to supersede all that you can ask or think.

Concept-a thought, notion, or option formed in the mind.

Precept-an order issued by a legally constituted authority, to substantiate the order and cause a command.

Sometimes you fail when trials come because you look at God as a concept instead of looking at Him as the absolute truth (precept). This also causes you to lose your faith. God is neither an option nor a notion!

Isaiah 28:10, 13 When you follow the precepts of God, the enemy will be defeated.

Psalm 111:7-8 God’s order (precepts) is established forever.

Psalm 119:2-4, 10-16 We are commanded to keep God’s precepts. We must be a meditator and not a hater, meditating on God’s Word.

Avail yourself to the divine precepts of God. God is not a concept conceived in your mind, not an option, not a notion. Why, because these things change. God never changes!

Example of precept vs. concept: Mark 7:24-30 and Matthew 15:21-22 The woman in this story did not move on a concept!

She believed in Jesus in spite of being a Gentile, and in spite of the fact that she may not get to Jesus. She went against all odds because she believed in the precepts of God. She was in the house with the Living Bread. She asked the Word for a Word and received what she asked for!

FaithWalk Academy Graduation and Promotion Ceremony began at 2 p.m.

Graduating Senior was Image Marie Hardin and graduating from Kindergarten was Janiya Renee McClain. Promotion certificates were given to students ranging from K – 11th. There were two performances by “Ministry in Motion” the Praise Dance Team.

Guest speaker was Miss Tamara Long.

Everyone is welcome to come and worship with us: Tuesday at 7 p.m., Wed. - Men and Women Support groups at 6 p.m., Thursday at 7 p.m., and Sunday at 10:30 a.m., and 7 p.m. God bless you!

Services were held at Madison Christian Church on Sunday, May 26, with 50 members and guests in attendance. Rev. Holmes led the Greetings and Announcements. Prayer requests were shared and Rev. Holmes led the morning prayer. The adult Choir sang “Wonderful Grace of Jesus” for special music. Communion was shared from the antique communion set and tithes were offered. Rev. Holmes delivered the morning message. All were invited to Christian Discipleship. All are welcome to attend Sunday services, with Sunday School for all ages at 10 a.m., and worship service at 11 a.m.

The congregation of Holliday Christian Church gathered for worship on Memorial Sunday as Sally Blakemore played the piano prelude. All were welcomed by Reverend David Holmes.

A baby shower will be held at the Paris Community Center at 1:30 p.m., on Saturday, June 8, for Megan (Menefee) and Michael Preville. Happy birthday wishes were for: Jerry Ragsdale and Julann McLaughlin.

The opening hymn, “O Beautiful for Spacious Skies”, was sung and was followed by pastoral prayer and “Gloria Patri”. Prayer concerns were expressed for: Jimmy McGee, Ann Ragsdale, Anne Arends and Beverly Wandrey. Sympathy was extended to the family of Gene Havens. The joy of successful surgery for Susan Duncan was shared.

“Battle Hymn of the Republic” was the prayer hymn; moments of meditation followed as the final verse was played. Pastoral prayer and unison recital of the Lord’s Prayer followed.

The communion hymn, “We Give Thee But Thine Own”, was sung as elders, Jerry Ragsdale and Gary Wilson, went forward to serve at the Lord’s Table. Deacons were: Mike McLaughlin and Guy Callison. After sharing of communion and collection of offerings, pastoral prayer and the doxology closed the communion service.

“Never Forget”, a fitting message for Memorial Sunday reminded us of specific events in Jesus’ earthly life and relating those to our daily lives. Scripture from Joshua 4:4-7 was referenced. The closing hymn, “My Country ‘Tis of Thee”, was followed by prayer and singing of “The Spirit Song” to close morning worship.

To open Bible Study, Diane Wilson shared a reading entitled “Hey, Wasn’t That Us?” Jane Akers then led the group in the study of Luke 7:36-50 and Chapters 8 and 9.

Services are held each Sunday at Holliday Christian Church beginning with worship services at 9:30 a.m., followed by Bible Study at 10:30 a.m. All are welcome to attend.

The title of Pastor Kenny’s sermon today was “What it Takes to Be a Witness.” Scripture was taken from 1 Corinthians 9:9-23. There are things we need to do to be a witness. You must be all in, giving up whatever is necessary to do it. Give up your preferences and go with what God tells you to do and love people for what’s on the inside. Give up privileges and reach people where they are, but don’t compromise what God’s word says.

Prayers for Keith Deaver and Betty Deaver, Penny Westfall, Wendell Taylor, Jill Thomas, Ila Mae Willingham, Rodney Schutte, Bud Shoney, Samantha Davis, Helen Sharp, Robert DeOrnellis, traveling mercies for the Olivas/Hurst families, tornado /storm victims everywhere, recent graduates, those leading and participating in VBS, children and adults involved in MFUGE mission trip.

Praises were Zack Bakers art work, Kathy Laird’s trip to Kansas City to the school where her daughter works, Betty Sudsberry’s recent fall and not being hurt, Bill and Beverly Holmes celebrated 2nd wedding anniversary.

Happy birthday was sung to Briley Benskin. Vacation Bible School will be May 27-31 beginning at 6 p.m., each night with wiener roast and lock in on May 31. Weiner roast on Friday night for everyone, followed by first movie on the pad and lock in for grades 6-12 “Train Me Up” taken from Proverbs 22:6. Proof Project 2013 Heaven or Hell, will be held on June 2, from 5-8 p.m., at the Cannon Dam Opry in Perry. Presentations and testimonies given by various people with the project. Church camp applications will come out next weekend for those interested.

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

Madison Christian Church Outdoor Service

The youngest attendee at the outdoor service was Cason, the 18-month-old grandson of Pastor David Holmes.

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These ladies faithfully serve the church each week in its choir. They sang “Wonderful Grace of Jesus” in four- and five-part harmony for the outdoor worship service.

Left to right, Karla Salmons, Joanne Embree, Linda Wood, Paula Delaney, and Judy Harmon.

THE CHURCHES OF MADISON WILL JOINTLY HOST VBS THIS YEAR June 10-13 • 9:30 a.m. - noon A team of junior and senior high youth from the St. Mark United Methodist Church located in Vestavia, Ala., will be conducting the Bible School.

Bible School will be held at the Methodist Church each day. To kick off Bible School, there will be a live concert held at the Christian Church on Sunday, June 9, at 7 p.m.

The Youth from St. Mark UMC will providing this entertainment.

Communion set believed to have been used in the church when the current building was built in 1912; inscribed date of manufacture is 1888.

All pictures courtesy of Twana Hulen and Paula Delaney

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL 660-651-8220.

The Madison Grace United Methodist Church held worship Sunday, May 26, 2013, which was Trinity Sunday..

Pastor Bonnie Sudsberry gave the message, “Wisdom and Knowledge” with Proverbs 8: 1-4, 22-31 as the scripture. She also gave the Little Sermon, “Memorial Day.” Monday, June 3, Adult Bible Study is at 6:30 P.M. Wednesday, June 5, Administrative Council will meet at 7:00 P.M. June 7-10 is Annual Conference.

Sunday, June 9 is our Fellowship Dinner at 11:45 A.M. with VBS leaders as our guests.

Sunday, June 9, is a concert to kick-off the Community Vacation Bible School at the Christian Church 7:00 P.M. Monday, June 10-13 is the Community Vacation Bible School 9:30-12 noon here at our church. Guests leaders will conduct the classes this year.

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Pastor Fran Schnarre

The Granville Christian Church annual meeting to elect board members will be Sunday, June 2, at 10:30 a.m. All members are invited. The worship service at 11 a.m., will be followed by a fundraiser brunch at 12 noon, to help fund the workcamp trip of two youth and one adult. They are going to Kentucky in early July to repair homes of the elderly and disabled along with youth from all over the country.

Several youth and adults will be attending the Heartfest Christian concerts at Worlds of Fun June 8.

Church members are filling a cart with name brand groceries. They will sell tickets and proceeds will go to the Relay for Life. We are also collecting loose change in a jar and plan to have a walking tacos food stand at the Relay.

Members are also collecting donations for the expenses of Christopher Shumard’s family as they travel to Ohio for two weeks to train with Christopher’s service dog. There will be a fundraiser June 15 at the Madison Community Center. There will be a barbecue lunch served from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with a benefit auction.

We are still seeking names of soldiers in the combat zones in order to send them a care package. Contact Brenda Coffman with names. Vacation Bible School is schedule for Saturday, Aug. 16 and Sunday, Aug. 17.

We invite you to spend an hour with God and people in prayer and praise with the Granville Church the first, third and fifth Sundays at 11 a.m. (June 2, 16 and 30). Sunday School is at 10 a.m., every Sunday for all ages and is followed by communion on the Sundays when there is no worship service. We also invite you to join in our projects as we serve our community.

On Sunday, May 26, church services began with the pastor giving an opening prayer. Regular church meetings of the week were announced and all were encouraged to attend. Announcement included: June 5 the youth will go to the Cardinal’s baseball game and there are tickets available if you are interested. On June 8, Men’s Breakfast will be at 8:30 am. June 9, is business meeting. June 14-16, the NEMO Gospel Fest will be going on. The church will cook the Fish Fry at the Fest on the 14th and will work the Fest on the 15th. June 22, the Associational Hymn Sing will be at 7 p.m. June 29, the church will host an Ice Cream Social at Miller’s Residential Care in Paris at 1:30. Bring your musical instruments and sweet tooth.

This week’s message was entitled ‘Adopted Children of God’ and came from Ephesians 1:5-6. God may have been able to save mankind in a different manner but God chose to bring mankind into His family. God chose adoption for mankind from the beginning. This is the best thing that could happen to a sinful man and this shows the depth of God’s love for man. This is only accomplished through Jesus Christ.

This adoption gives every child of God every privilege in God as well as the responsibilities that come with being in God’s family. Privileges include getting to know God and becoming more like Him. There is also the fact that God hears our prayers, along with our gifts to Him are acceptable. Responsibilities include working with the Spirit of God to change from the old nature and become more like God in the new nature God has given us as His children.

God adopted His children so that we would praise Him for the glory of His grace. Far too many Christians today have a poor idea of the glory of God’s grace. It seems that many want to use God’s grace as a trump card to be used to get out of hell instead of the motivating, guiding factor of truth in their lives. We must understand how much God has done for each of His children and place His work of our adoption as the most cherish possession in our lives.

Praise is an individual reaction to what God has done and who God is. The higher value you put on God’s character and actions of love, the higher and stronger praise you will give Him. Praise can be singing a hymn, but real praise to God is the way you live your life before Him. If you do not know His word you cannot be obedient. If you do not pray you cannot know His voice to understand how to follow Him. Real praise to God is being obedient to Him and if you are obedient to Him you will learn to praise Him with all you really are.

Paris First Christian Church Elders are requested to attend a short meeting, Sunday, June 2, 2013, immediately after church, for the purpose of considering a donation to the Oklahoma tornado victims.

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RALLS COUNTY NEWS

Salt River Gardeners to meet June 4 The Perry Christian Church gathered for worship May 26, Memorial Day. The choir opened with “Let’s Just Praise the Lord”. Pastor Todd welcomed everyone and gave the Call to Worship.

Memorial Day Observance by the VFW will be held May 27, 4:00PM at the Perry Park. June 13 is the date we host the Ladies Salad Supper.

Nancy Seelow or Mary Lee Dye is requesting all recipes be turned in by June 28th.

The Praise Hymn was “Great Is the Lord”. John Asbury was with us today as he recuperates from surgery.

Lois Stuart is celebrating the birth of a new great granddaughter. An anniversary on May 30, will be celebrated

by Dr. and Mary Lee Jorgenson. Jim and Jeannie’s anniversary is June 1. Arlen’s birthday is May 29, and Eunice celebrates May 29.

“America, the Beautiful” was sung for the morning prayer hymn. Bill Arnold and Jimmy Shoemate are in our prayers along with families and all victims of the storms this past week.

Pastor Todd invited all to share in the Lord’s Supper.

“Why Should He Love Me So?” was sung. Joyce Coleman and Floyd Seelow served as elders.

Deacons serving were Nancy Seelow, Tom Hurley, Jesse Todd and Wyatt Lewellen.

“God Bless America” was the choir’s special, accompanied by Cheri Provancha.

Alisha Eisele explained Trinity Sunday to the children using an egg, (shell, yolk and whites) to illustrate how we have God in Three Persons.(Father, Son and Holy Ghost).

John 16:12-15 was read by Melanie Utterback for the sermon, Remember Where the Spirit Has Led You”. Give thanks each morning as you waken and realize that God is refreshing your life for new experiences. Remember this Memorial Day weekend to reflect on the special people that have been in your life. Bless you as you spend time with the special people in your life now.

“Softly and Tenderly” was the invitation hymn. The service closed with singing “Lord Dismiss Us”.

The Salt River Master Gardeners will meet at 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, at the Sesquicentennial Building, in Palmyra.

Alix Carpenter, University of Missouri Extension, Agronomy Specialist, Marion County, will present a program on “Community Gardens.”

Everyone is welcome to attend. Education is one of our goals. Recently Master Gardeners were represented at Discovery Day, at Mark Twain Lake where over 350 children, teachers, and parents were educated on how to plant seeds, and Missouri Dept. of Conservation educational pamphlets were

available. For more information contact Cecelia Obert, President 573-8225481 or Alix Carpenter, 573-769-2177.

The not-for-profit North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) will begin taking applications for summer energy assistance on June 3.

NECAC is a 12-county area not-for-profit social service, community health and public housing Community Action Agency. NECAC contracts with federal, state and local governments, private businesses and other not-for profit organizations to operate and administer self-sufficiency service programs for the low-income, elderly, youth, disabled and disadvantaged population.

The agency’s Central Administration Offices are located in Bowling Green, with NECAC Service Centers operated in each county.

Households that meet income guidelines and have received a utility shut-off notice are eligible for up to $300 each.

NECAC has been awarded $253,242 in federal energy assistance dollars for this summer, down from $498,867 last year.

The summer assistance

season runs through Sept.

30, but NECAC encourages eligible applicants to come in as soon as they get a shutoff notice.

“The dollars have been significantly cut this year and the funding will go quickly,” said NECAC Deputy Director for Community Service Programs Janice Robinson.

“Last year, we were out of funding in two months.”

Besides the shut-off notice, documentation such as income information and number of people in the household is required for new applicants. People who applied for one-time energy assistance during the winter only have to present the disconnect notice, unless they have moved.

More information is available by calling 573324-6633 or visiting one of the following NECAC Service Centers: Lewis County: 408 S. Fourth in Canton -- 573288-3969.

Lincoln County: 11 Woodcrest Dr. in Troy -636-528-7604.

Macon County: 907 Highway PP in Macon -660-385-4616.

Marion County: 3518

Salt River Gardeners give presentation

(Top) Discovery Day at Mark Twain Lake was recently held where more than 350 kids, teachers, and parents came out to have an enjoyable, educational experience. Master Gardener Randy DeGarmo demonstrates how to plant seeds and explaining that some seeds are poisonous when eaten.

(Right) A customer at the recent annual Salt River Master Gardener’s plant sale in Hannibal chooses the perfect plant for her garden. SUBMITTED PHOTOS

NECAC Energy Assistance Begins

The Sunday, May 26 services at South Fork Presbyterian church began with Patti Grimmett playing “Blessed Assurance” on the organ followed by Pastor John Grimmett leading in song to “God of Our Fathers”, “Be Still My Sour”, “It Is Well With My Soul” and “Blest Be the Tie That Binds” and the Responsive Prayer from Psalm 8.

Prayer concerns were for JD Whelan; Arla Eisenhower; families in Oklahoma; the White family; Amanda Grimmett; our armed forces; and praise for Janet Mallory; and Bobby Gash for school awards, with all saying the Lord’s Prayer.

Patti sang the beautiful song “Blessings” as the morning special.

The message “Possessing the Blessing” was based on scripture from Matthew 5 and Luke 6 “God Bless You”... read Luke 6:20-22; In the blink of an eye you could loose everything. We are all in the palm of Gods hands we all need God Almighty in our lives. Blessed are those who need and depend on God in our everyday lives. Blessed are the meek - as Jesus said hanging on the cross “forgive them Father, for they know not what they are

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Kaylee Beckham and Bobby Gash led the offertory as Patti played “His Name is Wonderful” and all sang the “Doxology” Patti played “How Great Thou Art” as all retired in fellowship to Roth Hall for coffee and donuts.

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

Blessed be ye poop; for yours is the kingdom of God...Luke 6:20

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

Slaughter Steers & Heifers Monday 10 a.m.

REGULAR FEEDER CATTLE SALE May 27, 2012 Receipts: 519 Hd. COMPUTER AVE - TOP 309 Steers: Medium & Large Frame Hd. 5-300 & Down..................136.00-164.00 13-300-400 lbs..................145.00-168.00 26-400-500 lbs................131.00-151.00 51-500-600 lbs................137.00-149.50 42-600-700 lbs.................124.00-134.00 94-700-800 lbs................127.00-133.50 68-800-900 lbs.................126.00-128.25 108 Heifers: Medium & Large Frame Hd.

5-300 & Down.................134.00-142.00 11-300-400 lbs.................137.00-162.00 32-400-500 lbs.................123.00-143.00 24-500-600 lbs.................121.00-132.00 13-600-700 lbs.................116.00-127.50 18-700-800 lbs.................110.00-124.50 10 Bred Cows: Better Cows: Small,Old Thin: 750.00-1120.00 83 Slaughter Cows: High Dressing: 87.50-98.00; Bulk: 74.00-84.00; Low: 65.00-72.00; Thin: 60.00 & Down 9 Slaughter Bulls: 95.00-106.00; Thin: 88.00-93.50 All Slaughter Steers & Heifers sold on Monday at 10 a.m. Receipts: Absent 700 - 800 Really good young cows for cow sale on June 6 at 6 p.m.

Several well Bred Angus Bulls.

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Montgomery County: 137 Farnen in Montgomery City -- 573-564-3606.

Pike County: 805 Bus. Hwy. 61 North in Bowling Green -- 573-324-2207.

Ralls County: 411 Main in New London -573-985-2411.

Randolph County: 1210 Highway 24 West in Moberly -- 660-263-6595.

Shelby County: 204 E. Third in Shelbyville -573-633-2210.

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COURT NEWS Monroe County Commission News

Commissioners hear from residents about CAFO’s, discuss health regulations On the days indicated, the Monroe County Commissioners including Presiding Commissioner Mike Minor, Eastern District Commissioner Mike Whelan and Western District Commissioner Glenn E. Turner met in regular session. Besides approving their regular minutes the commissioners accomplished the following: Friday, May 10 - A group of concerned citizens appeared before the Commission requesting the County Commission adopt a “Monroe County Health Ordinance” regarding “Consecrated Animal Feeding Lots”.

Those in attendance were Joy Kelly, Donetta Wheeler, Bill and Diane Kilgore, Bill and Nadine McKinney, Cherylene Ramos, Jim Davidson, Richard D. Bates, Nick Senn, David and Vicky Kiethline, Charles Da-

vis, Chuck and Tammy Mason, Don Wilkerson and Joe Mitchell; Commission met with Blair Joiner and Corey Putnam to discuss 911 operations; Commission spoke with Aaron McVicker of Shafer, Kline & Warren Engineering, to discuss BRO Project #41; and Commission met with Rob and Charlene Brenneman, of Brenneman Pork, regarding questions on their sow operation.

On Monday, May 13 - Don Yokel appeared before the Commission concerning Monroe Road 1119; Ali Rentschler contacted the Commission regarding use of the courthouse grounds on Friday night May 31, for the Youth Relay Teams “Go Grey 5K” benefit Walk/Run, which will start and finish at the courthouse; Commission contacted Attorneys Charlie Spear and Mark

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 660266-3371 Madison Elsie Mallory 660-2915943 Dorothy Swindell 660291-5105 Monroe City Tony Ketsenberg 573735-4138 Emma Jo Mudd 573735-2830 Ann Hoar 573-7354744 Paris

Carol Comstock 660327-4528 Raymond Mouser 660327-1051 Contract Trips Contacts: Madison Dorothy Swindell 660291-5105 Mary B. Hartgrove 660291-5537 Monroe City Loretta Christy 573735-1471 Florence Tipton 573735-1042 Paris Ruth Seelow 660-3274028 From Monroe County to: 2nd Monday

Six members met at the home of Opal Johnston. Guest were Michelle, Carly and Morgan McCall. The girls make dog treats, soap and popcorn and all proceeds go

to the church and Monroe County Cancer Supporters. Their presentation was very informative.

Opal gave devotion from “Book of Psalms”.

Roll call was what I want for my birthday. Next meeting will be June 20 with Jane Akers as hostess which will be our birthday party with homemade ice cream and gift exchange.

Minutes and treasurers report were approved.

Meeting adjourned and member enjoyed refreshments and visiting.

Left to right: President Lion Bob McKinney, Quail Forever, Casey Bergthold, and Secretary Lion Charles Rosenkrans.

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White, concerning county health ordinances; Commission contacted Livingston County regarding their health ordinance; Commission contacted Ralls County Officials concerning green belt set backs around Mark Twain Lake.

On Friday, May 17, Commission approved routine payroll and expenditures; Commission met with Blair Joiner to discuss 911 operations;

Commission contacted Ivan Schrader of Lowenbaum Partnership LLC regarding health ordinance clarification. Mr. Schrader serves as legal council for Missouri Association of Counties; Commission met with Curtis Strombaugh to discuss driveway sealing.

For complete Monroe County Commissioner minutes visit our website – monroecountyappeal. com.

Quincy 2nd Thursday Moberly Last Friday Mexico 2nd Friday Monroe City, Monroe City in town 1st, 3rd, Tuesdays Ash, Duncan’s Bridge, Holliday, Madison to Moberly 2nd, 4th Tuesdays Ash, Duncan’s Bridge, Holliday, Madison, Paris to Paris, Paris in town 1st Thursdays Paris to Moberly 1st, 3rd Fridays Monroe City to Hannibal County Committee Meeting: Friday, June 14, Monroe City Nutrition Center, 10 a.m.

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 Mis-

sourians 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.

OATS is funded, in part, through contracts with the Missouri Elderly and Handicapped Transportation Assistance Program (MEHTAP), the Northeast Missouri Area Agency on Aging, the Missouri Department of Transportation, rider donations, and private contributions.

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

OATS transportation announces its monthly June rider schedule

Evans Club hosts Barking Butterflies

The

one to see:

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State Farm Insurance Companies

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HAWKINS THEATER

My Turn

estimated 750,000 individuals that died in the Civil War, more than have died in all of our wars since combined.

Many were not easy or quick deaths due to the level of

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May 31, June 1 & 2

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Come early, movie starts at 7 p.m.

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

Whirlpool • GE • Fisher Paykel Appliances Sales & Service

Arnie and Susan L. Neely

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Casey Bergthold of rural Paris spoke at Paris Lions Club May 15. Casey, wife Ashley, and son Mason recently returned to Monroe County after being away for several years.

Bergthold spoke to the Lions members describing his role in assisting landowners with the establishment quality habitat for wildlife. He is charged to assist landowners in Lewis, Marion, Monroe, and Shelby Counties.

Bergthold stated that most farms have good crop soil, but on the average, about 20 percent of farmed soils loose money for the farmer. He suggested that the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) is a good fit for these areas. When perperly applied CRP can improve farm profitability and benefit soil, water, and wildlife. There are two different CRP programs

available: General CRP, a month long competative signup running from May 20 to June 14, of 2013 and Continuous CRP, a program that farmers can sign up for anytime. Both of these programs provide annual rental payments, which have risen significantly for this signup, and cost-share for establishing the seeding. The Missouri Department of Conservation also has a cost share program that can provided assistance for landowners interested in improving wildlife habitat where CRP may not be an option. Landowners with questions may contact their county FSA office or Bergthold at cbergthold@ quailforever.org or 573823-0675.

Paris Lions meets at Paris Senior Citizens Center at 7:30 p.m. each 1st and 3rd Wednesdays.

Heidi Davis receives Recognition Award

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medical resources available.

Nor were the dead on either side readily identified or sent home for a decent burial.

There were no dog tags or official notification of family members of those lost in battle.

So these too became America’s soldiers whether or not we can trace our history directly to them or not or despite which uniform they wore back then they are all part of our bloody and expensive heritage as a nation.

They too, along with patriots who died in the Revolutionary War and all wars since for our country deserve our grateful tribute each Memorial Day. Thank you for your support!

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Casey Bergthold speaks to Paris Lions Club

Heidi Davis recognized as Outstanding Student

Every year, students across the nation are selected for the ASACSSA-SSSA National Student Recognition Award. These outstanding students are enrolled in agronomic, crop, soil, or environmental science departments that have chapters affiliated with the Students of Agronomy, Soils, and Environmental Sciences (SASES), the undergraduate program of ASA, CSSA, and SSSA. Heidi Davis was selected for this award based on her scholarship, leadership, and involvement. She was also a Golden Opportunity Scholar where she travelled to Cincinnati, Ohio to participate in the tri-

1st Annual

GUNS and HOSES Come enjoy a day of fun!

society’s national conference last October. Twenty students are selected internationally each year to be paired with an agronomic mentor.

Heidi is graduating Cum Laude with her bachelor’s degree in Plant Sciences- Crop Management from the University of Missouri and will begin her master’s degree in Crop, Soil and Pest Management under Plant Sciences also at the University of Missouri. She then plans on either pursuing a Ph.D. or directly going into an agronomist position.

Heidi was a 2009 Paris High School graduate and her parents are Randy and Janice Davis, of Holliday.

HOLLIDAY BAPTIST CHURCH Saturday, June 1

1st Annual Bikeathon Register • 9 a.m.

Begins • 10 a.m.

Carnival to follow

Proceeds benefit Monroe County Relay For Life

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NEILS helps local resident return to his home

After having a massive stroke at the age of 53, Jim was admitted into Monroe Manor, in Paris. Jim was a socially active construction worker but, as a result of his stroke, he was partially paralyzed on his left side and spent the next 6 years in a care facility. Before his stroke, Jim enjoyed volunteering at the local food pantry and spending time with his children and grandchildren. The impact of his stroke required him to focus all his attention on caring for himself and adjusting to the new struggles of doing things that used to be simple.

“Just getting out of bed, or into and out of my wheelchair was hard for me. It took me a really long time to get used to losing the function of my left side,” said Jim. Jim spent a lot of time

working on being self sufficient, and even started making mosaic glass work to help raise funds for Relay For Life. Jim felt as though he was getting his life back. Through Monroe Manor, Jim learned about NorthEast Independent Living Services and how they could help him move back into his own home.

Jim felt that Monroe Manor provided excellent care, but he still yearned to regain his independence and return to his life outside the care facility. Although his stroke left him with mobility difficulties and led to 6 years of living in a nursing home, he had no fears of returning to the community. “I saw it as an opportunity to start my life over,” said Jim. NEILS made a visit to Jim and told him about

how he could become a participant of the Missouri Money Follows the Person program.

“Jim was very alert.

I had no doubts that he could make it on his own,” said Stacey Mahsman, CDS Director. “He was in a power wheelchair and used an assistive cane, but he was very driven to be independent.”

Through Money Follows the Person and Medicaid Home and Community Based Services, elderly or disabled adults who need daily living assistance now have more options to remain in their own home. Funds from the program assist each person in transitioning into the community, such as covering costs associated with setting up their household or buying needed adaptive equip-

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agriculture, have done many kind deeds for us to help us adjust to country living. We became active in our church and school and in several local clubs and organizations.

We felt like we couldn’t have picked a better place to retire. Life has been good and we planned to live in this community until old age or illness forced us away.

We fear that large hog CAFOs that have been planned for this area will threaten the excellent quality of life that we have enjoyed in this wonderful community. The dreadful stench and harmful particulate matter emitted into the air and water from these type of operations poses a definite threat to the quality of life of all residents of this area.

Our county officials tell us that since we are a “third class county” the state has total control over these developments. They are reluctant to pass a health ordinance for fear that it could be used against all agricultural practices and would divide the community. This fear is unfounded. Any health ordinance, if written properly, would be used only against operations threatening the health of area residences 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, such as a CAFO. What will divide the community is an influx of hog CAFOs, destroying the quality of life for all area residents. We are being told that all rules and regulations will be followed and all efforts will be made to reduce odors, and harmful particles. However, as everyone knows, these odors and harmful particles cannot be eliminated from these operations.

We respect the right of the land owner to do what he wants with his property, and make a living for his family, but where does his right end and the right of area residents to sit on their back porch and breathe clean healthful air begin? My fourth grade teacher once told me “your rights end where my nose begins” Sincerely, Bill and Nadine McKinney

Hours: Monday 12 - 5 p.m. • Thursday 12 - 5 p.m.

Friday 12 - 5 p.m. • Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

ment. Program coordinators customize each person’s transition plan to ensure their needs can be met and that they will be able to live successfully in the community.

“NEILS and MFP helped me a lot to get transferred back home, they helped me with finances and made home visits. They showed that they care,” said Jim. Now that Jim is back

into his community, he enjoys being able to make his own choices and feels that he has his freedom. He is able to go out to eat and go to church with family members and friends on a regular basis.

“Jim is the example of what MFP can do for an individual. He has done so well, I am so proud of him.

He is our poster child,” said Julia Price, Transition Supervisor for NEILS.

NEILS helped Jim make a transition back home.

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•• DID YOU KNOW? ••

Tracking Our Children with Common Core Data...

Under regulations of the Obama Department of Education a giant step has been taken to create a national student data base. They will require more than name, address and telephone number. Personal information such as family income, voting record, family health, religious affiliation and health care history are examples of data collection points.

Could this personal gathering of information really happen? Buried in the large 2009 stimulates bill, were provisions encouraging states to collect data through the schools. To qualify for stimulus money, states had to agree to build these data systems and comply with Federal standards. Through this stimulus bill, Americans’ privacy has been increasingly compromised. In the past student data was of an aggregate nature or gathered as a whole student body.

Today’s standard changes that to identify each students’ very personal information. Now, permission that once had to be granted by parents by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERBA), to release students’ data has changed with a January 2012 regulation that all data collected since 2009 can be shared among federal agencies without consent.

The Common Core Federal Run Education System will develop these data tracking systems from birth through their participation in the workforce.

According to the Department of Education February 2013 report: Promoting Grit, Tenacity, and Perseverance Critical Factors for Success in the 21st Centruy,”Researchers are exploring how to gather complex affective data and generate meaningful and usable information to feed back to learners, teachers, researchers, and the technology itself. Connections to neuroscience in beginning to emerge. If the plan is fully implemented, there will be a facial expression camera that detects emotion, or a skin sensor could be used.

Visualizing our children being put under such invasive scrutiny is disturbing at best.

Sources http://www.nypost.com • http: //thenewamerican.com http://theblaze.com

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SENIOR LIVING

Take A Stand In The Fight Against Elder Abuse 8th Annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Sat., June 15 - Wear Purple For Elder Abuse Awareness

More than 17, 000 elderly and disabled were victims of abuse, neglect or exploitation in Missouri last year, according to Tim Jackson, regional manager for the Adult Protective Services Department.

“Many of these citizens are dependent on others for their care and this makes them susceptible to abusive or neglectful treatment,” Tara Sheffield said. “Three out of four cases that are seen involve neglect, usually self-neglect.” “The person may live in unsanitary conditions or without heat or running water,” Tara Sheffield said. “Some individuals need assistance with meals and other activities of daily living.”

Tim Jackson said that the agency’s Adult Protective Services program completed 24, 072 investigations in the year 2012 across the state involving suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of adults.

Of these, 17,548 were confirmed.

Caseworkers for Adult Protective Services try to arrange services to reduce

or eliminate the abusive or neglectful situation.

Competent clients have the right to refuse services, but caseworkers can seek a court order to protect personal health and safety of citizens who are in danger or unable to consent to being helped.

Tara Sheffield urged people to report suspected abuse or neglect of an older adult or person with a disability by calling the abuse hotline at 1-800392-0210. You don’t have to be certain that a situation is abusive or neglectful. It will be looked into.

Good faith reports are exempt from liability and are kept Confidential.

There are 11 things anyone can do to prevent elder abuse 1.) Learn the signs of elder abuse and neglect 2.) Call or visit an elderly loved one 3.) Provide a respite break for a caregiver 4.) Ask your bank manager to train tellers on how to detect elder financial abuse 5.) Ask your doctor to ask senior patients about possible family violence

in their lives 6.) Contact your local Adult Protective Services to learn how to support their work helping at risk elders and adults with disabilities 7.) Organize a “Respect Your Elders” essay or poster contest in your child’s school 8.) Ask your religious congregation’s leader to give a talk about elder abuse at a service or to put a message about elder abuse in the bulletin 9.) Volunteer to be a friendly visitor to a nursing home resident or to a homebound senior in your neighborhood 10.) Send a letter to your local paper, radio or TV

station suggesting that they cover World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 11.) Dedicate your bi ke at hon/marat hon/ other event to elder mistreatment awareness and prevention Does someone you know ….a senior or adult with a disability display any warning signs of mistreatment?

Take a stand I also would like everyone to know that it was proclaimed last year that June 15 of every year is Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Monroe County. It was proclaimed last year that June 15 of every year is Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Monroe County.

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V Day Valentine’s alentine’s Day Gift Ideas Ideas

Russell Stover Chocolates Russell Stover Chocolates South Fork Candle Co. Candles South Fork Candle Co. Candles

Jason Dodge, Pharm.D. Come see us for all your prescription needs!

223 North Main Street • Paris, Missouri • 660.327.4514

Jason Dodge, Pharm.D.

223 North Main Street • Paris, Missouri • 660.327.4514

Retirement & Nursing Center “Caring and Sharing Through Christ Our Lord Since 1972”

24 Hour Skilled Nursing Center Medicaid/Medicare Certified Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy Hospice Services Available Community Outpatient Services are available Monday - Friday.

Physical • Occupation • Speech

3170 Hwy. 61 • Hannibal, Mo. • 573-221-5533

RAVENWOOD TERRACE ASSISTED LIVING

“Assisted Living” (assisted living option 2)

218 E. Shelbina Ave. Shelbina, MO 63468 Phone: 573-588-4115 • Cell: 660-651-4051 Fax: 573-588-2383

www.shelbinavilla.com

Ravenwood Terrace Assisted Living is far more that meets the eye. Specializing in 24 hour care 365 days a year is just one part of what sets Ravenwood Terrace apart. The need for care does not come on a set schedule, so we are here for you whatever time a situation occurs where help is needed. With an RN and LPN on duty and staff in the building continually, Ravenwood Terrace is home with a loving caring atmosphere.

There is a choice, and residents and staff choose RAVENWOOD TERRACE ASSISTED LIVING.

Attention Seniors!

Weekly Schedule

Daily luncheon specials Hand & Foot Card Club

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Mon. - Fri.

Exercise

Monday • Wednesday • Friday 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Thursday • 12:30 p.m.

Bingo

Monday’s • 12:30 p.m.

All ages are welcome

Come Join Us!

Paris Senior Center 112 E. Marion St., Paris 660-327-5824

Open: Monday - Friday • 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Established 1978

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1830 Ravenwood Dr., Moberly, Mo.

Full Time Optician 209 W. Washington Vandalia, Mo. 573-594-2525 Mon. - Fri. • 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Miller Resident Care

210 Rock Road • Paris, MO 65275 Phone (660) 327-5680/5675 • Fax (660) 327-5303 millerrescare@yahoo.com

Lloyd Miller

Administrator/Owner 573-231-2288

Kathryn Miller Owner 573-473-4252

Optometrists Dr. Carl Abbott Dr. Teresa Stice

assisted & independent living by Americare

Betsy Sluhan Administrator 1722 Huntingfield Drive • Mexico, MO 65265 573-582-7800 • Fax: 573-581-7801 teal@americareusa.net

2753 S. Clark Mexico, Mo. 573-581-8668 Mon. - Fri. • 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sat. 9 a.m. - Noon

For Seniors on the go!

VITAMINS: ESPECIALLY FOR SENIORS 50+ Brands: Centrum 50+, 150ct: $15.19 GNP Century 50+, 125ct: $10.99 Pill Organizers of All Sizes in stock Pocket Pill Boxes for daily use JUST .99 cents Medium- Large Weekly Organizers (7 days) $2.99

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

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

Jumbo- Monthly Organizers (31days) $10.59

specialized assisted living by Americare

Betsy Sluhan Administrator 1700 Asbury Circle West • Mexico, MO 65265 573-581-8777 • Fax: 573-581-0744 teal@americareusa.net

KINKEAD PHARMACY Downtown Centralia

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RENT or PURCHASE: Canes (Wood or Aluminum) Folding Walkers

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REAL ESTATE 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.

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

73 Acres with 60 acres tillable Randolph County - $3,250/acres.

6.3 Arces - just off Rt. J near the Mark Twain Lake Dam, water and electric - $16,500.

41 Acres - in Monroe County, creek with water and electric near by, some conservation easement - $63,500

Mark Twain Lake Area • Farms • Residental • Hunting

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

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

100# = 55¢ Per lb.

250# = 60¢ Per lb.

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

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

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The land owned or rented by the following are posted against trespassing for the 201213 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) Lewis & Ball Farms (11/15/13) Ruth Carr Farm (11/15/13)

SERVICES FOR YOUR ROCK HAULING NEEDS...

Give me a call, Keith Baker 660-651-2129

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

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Now Excepting All Major Credit Cards

INSURANCE Whether it be health insurance, medicine supplement, life insurance, Part D or supplemental insurance, let me review your policies.

Call Barb Forrest at Forrest and Associates, 660-327-1103

SERVICES

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DUMP TRUCKING Clifford Blackaby 33388 Monroe Rd. 670 Stoutsville, MO 65283

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HELP WANTED PREMIER HOME HEALTH CARE has a part time position for CNA/PCA in the Perry/Paris area.

Employees help individuals in their homes with homemaker chore and personal care.

Applicants must be dependable, honest, have valid’s driver’s license and car insurance, reliable transportation and be able to pass a criminal background check.

CNA’s must have a current MO CNA certificate.

Interested applicants apply in person: 207 E. Jackson, Mexico or call 573-581-9474 for more infomation

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

SERVICES SULLIVAN SHOW SUPPLIES: Available at Monroe County Coop, 660-3274195..........................19-tfn

FOR SALE FOR SALE: 16x4 foot above ground swimming pool with accessories.

660-3275333........................22-2t FOR SALE: Window air conditioner 10,000 BTU. 660-3274028...........................22-1t

AUCTION COL. JAMES L. JOHNSTON Auctioneer, Realtor, Appraiser Hwy. 24, Madison, MO 660-291-5921 • 800-404-3400

HELP WANTED DRIVERS: Gully Transportation has immediate driver openings! See which driving position fits you the best. CDL-A w/Hazmat End. 800-5668960..............................21-2t DRIVERS-OTR. Immediate openings! 2500+ miles/ week! Home weekends!

Medical/Dental available!

3 yrs. verif.exp, CDL-A and Clean MVR! Call 877-6592491.............................21-2t

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LEGAL IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI AT PARIS PROBATE DIVISION ESTATE OF FRANK BALL DECEASED

NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT

To all persons interested in the Estate of Frank Ball, Deceased, Estate No. 12MN-PR00049 Notice is hereby given that the undersigned Personal Representative of said estate, will file a final settlement and petition for distribution in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Missouri, on the 13th day of June, 2013 or as continued by the court.

Objections to the final settlement or petition for distribution shall be in writing and filed within twenty days from the date said final settlement is filed.

DOROTHY JONES Personal Representative SIDNEY E. WHEELAN Attorney at Law Published on: May 16, 23, 30 and June 6, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MONROE COUNTY MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of RALPH F. ELLIS Deceased Estate No.: 10P079100045

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

TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF RALPH F. ELLIS, Deceased: You are hereby notified that the undersigned Independent Personal Representative will file a Statement of Account and Schedule of Proposed Distribution in the Circuit Court of Monroe County, Missouri, Probate Division, on June 20, 2013, or as continued by the Court; that if no objections are filed in the Court within twenty days after the filing of the Statement of Account the Independent Personal Representative will distribute in accordance with the Schedule of Proposed Distribution in the Statement of Account.

You are further notified

that: The Independent Personal Representative will petition the Court for an order of Complete Settlement which will be heard on July 10, 2013, being more than twenty days after filing of the Statement of Account, or as continued by the Court, and such Order of Complete Settlement will discharge the Independent Personal Representative from further claim or demand of any interested party.

BILLIE J. ELLIS, Personal Representative of the Estate of Ralph F. Ellis, Deceased Published on: May 23, 30, June 6 and 13, 2013

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CLASSIFIED ADS PUBLIC NOTICE PARIS SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS 3 POSITIONS OPEN Please sign up by Friday May 31, 2013 If interested sign up sheet at the front desk.

ANNUAL ELECTION WILL BE AT BOARD MEETING ON TUESDAY, JUNE 18 • 12:30 p.m.

ALL WELCOME

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COMMUNITY VITALS

Angela Ranae McKay and Tylor Jay Bounds will unite in marriage.

Saturday, June 1 • 4 p.m.

1,000 Hills State Park Point 20431 State Highway 157 (If rain, wedding will be at Moose Lodge) Reception to follow at the Moose Lodge 2405 East Illinois St., Kirksville, Mo. All friends and family are welcome

CALVIN T. WHITE 1943-2013 Calvin T. White, 70, of Santa Fe, formerly of St. Louis, passed away unexpectedly at his home Friday evening, May 24.

Mr. White was born on March 25, 1943, in St. Louis County, the son of Thomas and Zona M. Wideman White. He married Margaret Slenker on February 9, 1963, in St. Louis. She survives at home. Other survivors include three daughters; Tina (Glenn) Mundwiller of Wentzville, Missouri, Toni Ganapathy of Evansville, Indiana and Tommi (Frank) Barhorst of Columbia, and seven grandchildren; Jai Ganapathy, Lynn Mundwiller, Jodi Ganapathy, Kelly Mundwiller, Cassidy Mundwiller, Eleanor Barhorst and he was preceded in death by one grandson, Lee Mundwiller.

He and his wife moved to Santa Fe, in 2004, after he retired from Lincoln Engineering, where he was employed for over 30 years. He worked as a machine operator.

Funeral services were held at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28, at Agnew Funeral Home with Reverend John Grimmett officiating. Visitation was held from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m., on Tuesday, at the funeral home. Burial was in Southfork Cemetery, in Santa Fe. Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, P.O. Box 2151, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 381012151 or Alzheimer’s Association, Mid-Missouri Chapter, 2400 Bluff Creek Drive, Columbia, MO 65201.