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By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Pike County currently has eight certified concealed carry instructors. Some of them have had classes and others are still making arrangements to host their first class and so far no one has not passed the class. “They all passed with flying colors,” Zack Orr, who is teaching classes at Hopewell Winery, said. “Hopewell is the perfect place because there is a banquet room for the book portion and the shooting range for the instructional portion.” Each person wanting a concealed carry license is required to take 16 hours of instruction. Credits are given in some instances. Veterans get an eight hour credit and those who have taken the hunter safety course and/or the Utah training get four-hours

of credit. Orr structured his classes for two different classes over three days. “Beginners came on Friday and took their eight hours, then those that needed only the eight hours Saturday,” Orr said. “Some other beginners came on Saturday and finished on Sunday.” Orr said two of his students were first time shooters or very, very beginners, Of his 25 students, five were women, one of those being one of the novices. “The class is very simple,” Orr said. “For some of those more experienced with firearms, it was hard to make the class last 16 hours.” Orr and Russell Richard, who says he has taught several classes in the Perry area, agree most of their students do not want to strap a gun on their hip and walk around with it.

“Most of them want to be able to have a loaded firearm in their

''Most of them want to be able to have a loaded firearm in their car. Under the concealed carry law, that will be possible."

Russell Richard Concealed carry instructor car,” Richard said. “Under the concealed carry law, that will be possible. Several people have said they just want to have a gun in their car if they go to a big city. They want to be legal and safe.” But Orr warns it is only handguns.

“Rifles and shotguns still have to be cased,” he said. Richard said he has been teaching the class and estimates the average age of his students to be between 30 and 60 with 70 percent of them being male, 30 percent female. He, too, said several of his students were already proficient in guns and needed only to complete the paperwork to become legal. ‘But we’ve had some true beginners,” he said. “Everyone has done really well and all have passed the class.” John Kroeschel of El Dara says he is licensed to teach and had a class tentatively scheduled for this weekend, but may have to push it back a week. He says response has been good. Bruce Rush, who says he will teach a class with Rob Meats, says they are getting organized and hope to start scheduling classes in the future.

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Dillon Kramer shows off a 60 lb. Asian Carp at Big River Fish earlier this week. The fish is not average sized. Most are

around 40-45 lb. Big River Fish shipped its first container of fish out Sunday.

Big River Fish plans December ribbon cutting By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Big River Fish at Griggsville shipped out 80,000 lbs. of fish Sunday and owners Rick Smith and Lisa McKee hope that is just the beginning. “It has taken us a long time to get to this point,” McKee said. “Now maybe we can get up to where we want to be.” After their website brought them the attention of the Chinese, an expansion was planned and after a series of setbacks and obstacles that had to be conquered, the couple have been able to ship out their first containers of fish. Big River Fish received a CDAP matching grant to expand their business after signing a contract with a Chinese company to supply

30 million pound of Asian Carp to the business. “We have hired 12 employees and hope to have 40 on staff by the end of the year,” McKee said. “We are training the ones we have and hope they can train the ones we hire later.” McKee said the most frustrating part of the more than two-year process of getting the organization in place has been the most recent. “Getting our equipment tweaked and getting the employees trained,” she said. “It’s been a lot all at one time.” Neither McKee nor Smith worry about the availability of fish. “All of our fish are wild caught in either the Mississippi or Illinois River,” McKee said. “There are

around 100 licensed fishermen who are bringing us fish.” McKee said one fisherman brought in 14,000 lbs in one day. “This is the season,” she said. “The water is cold and the fish are bunching up, like deer do. The fish are fresher in this kind of weather.” The fish are caught and brought to the Griggsville plant where they are processed and frozen. A shipping company picks the fish up and arranges for them to be sent to either the east or the west coast, where the containers are placed on a ship and transported to China. McKee said the paper work and certification of each load of fish is a time-consuming task. “I have rule books this

thick,” she said, measuring off inches with her fingers. “There is the FDA, the local health department, NOAA, EPA, there are so many regulations and so much documentation.” McKee and Smith started a fishing business in 1999 in Okawville and in 2003 bought the facility at Pearl. The Pearl plant is not being utilized at this time but Smith says he hopes to be able to utilize it soon for the purpose of selling organic fertilizer, but he will not work on that until the fish facility is functioning at full speed. Also planned for the Griggsville facility is a retail shop with a variety of fish and seafood available. A grand-opening ribbon cutting is planned for early December.

Griggsville Council eyes aggregation

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Obituaries in this issue: Dehart, Keeslar, Kendall, Kidd, Sapp, Vollmer

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Wyatt Risley, of the Perry area, is a certified instructor as is his father, Kevin. He says they will host classes on property they own near Perry but haven’t held any yet. “It will probably just be people we know,” he said. “We have had some people ask about it.” Risley said he thought the average age of those inquiring would be between 25-35 years of age and mostly males. Cost of the classes vary from instructor to instructor. Of those willing to state a price, the average seemed to be $200 for the full 16-hours, $150 for 12-hours and $100 for eight hour classes. “I’ve heard that around Springfield, they start at $350,” Orr said. For more information about concealed carry instructors and classes, see the Illinois State Police website.

Pleasant Hill honors veterans

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170

years and still going

With nearly 170 years of experience between them, Carolyn Casteel, left and John Petty have joined forces to expand Casteel’s store on Adams Street in Pittsfield. Casteel recently celebrated her 90th birthday and Petty will soon turn 80, according to family members.

By JEANETTE WALLACE Pike Press Griggsville City Council voted to put an electricity aggregation question on the ballot for next spring. “All we can do as a council is agree to put it on the ballot,” Mayor Kent Goewey said, explaining that the council can’t vote to approve an aggregation. Citizens will have the opportunity to vote whether they want to buy electricity as a whole for the town. This could cut costs because electric companies can make bids to be the town’s provider and the more who bid, the lower the cost will end up being. Goewey said that based on the national average, savings per customers would be 15 percent. (See, GRIGGSVILLE, A2) C

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Ryan Lowe, Pleasant Hill High School principal, admitted he had lied Friday as he was performing his duties as master of ceremonies at the annual Veteran’s Day celebration. “I said earlier that we had these flags donated to the school,” Lowe said. “They really weren’t donated to the school, they were donated to you, our veterans.” Sixty flags and holders made by students at Pleasant Hill High filled the gym and one was given to each veteran in attendance. The flag stands were made of PVC pipe on a wooden base and were the brainchild of Ron White, maintenance man for the Pleasant Hill District. “We were camping and I saw one of these,” White said. “I took some measurements and brought the idea back to the school.” White said the original idea was that each class – freshman through senior – would buy a flag and pay for the holder and four veterans would be selected to receive the flag. “But then we thought how would we pick just four veterans?” White said. “Thanks to the generosity of the community, we are able to give one to each veteran.” Lowe emphasized the generosity of the community when presenting the flags to the veterans. “We sent two seniors out hoping to get enough donations for 40 flags,” Lowe said. “Within two hours they were back and had donations for 28 flags. Within two weeks we had 60. Our community supports our veterans.” The holders hold a large size flag and swivel at the wooden base so the flag never gets wrapped around the pole in the wind. A pole was also included to drive into the ground so the flags could be displayed outside. “We just want to thank our veterans for the service, the sacrifice, dedication and bravery,” Lowe said.

Lowe said the community is rapidly losing veterans and since the last Veterans Day have lost seven – Lonnie Skirvin, Wes Hubbard, Robert Weir, Larry Hougland, Roy Suhling, Paul Rogers and Jesse Mullins. Some of the deceased veterans’ families were in attendance and received a flag in memory of their veteran. Velma Weir received royal treatment after the luncheon and assembly. Weir lives just a block behind the high school and had walked to the school for the event. Once the assembly was over, Izaac Rogers and Blake Robb, freshman students, carried the flag she received in honor of her husband to her house and put it in the yard for her. Pike County Sheriff Paul Petty was the guest speaker. Petty, a veteran of the Navy, read excerpts from a book he says he keeps at his home. The book contained letters written by an 18-year-old boy who turned 19 in a foxhole in Korea. The letters talk of him losing his friends in the battles, of the temperature reaching 23 below and of him being wounded. “This young man was 18 or 19 years old,” Petty said. “Not much older than some of you. He was thousands of miles away from his family with no cell phone, no e-mail, and no text. Do you think you have that kind of bravery?” Also speaking at the assembly was Gordon Samson, Pleasant Hill village trustee, who read a letter from James Leeds, the village president who was unable to attend. Jo Ann Ruff, an assistant pastor with the United Methodist Church, read a moving poem about protecting the flag. The Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Bell Choir also performed. Dakota White and Noah Lippincott presented the school with a POW flag. White said the flag was donated by a friend of his family’s, a Vietnam veteran, who donated the flag from his personal collection after learning the school didn’t have one. (See, VETERANS, A2)

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Alex Rodhouse met with is grandfather and veteran, Fred Rodhouse, in the corner of the gym after the Veteran’s Day Service was over. Alex explained how the students made the flag poles and various community businesses and individuals helped buy the flags.

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

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Pittsfield, Illinois

Different information revises salary amounts STAFF REPORT Pike Press Upon receipt of different information from Pike County Clerk Donnie Apps, the highest hourly wage currently earned by a Pike County courthouse employee is now listed as $19.48. Previous information had put that number at $21.10, a rate which was published in the Nov. 6 edition of Pike Press. The county’s current three-year salary offer of $600, $650 and $750 would put four

courthouse employees over $20 per hour and one at $19.99 per hour. The lowest salary in last week’s story was $12.50 per hour; that amount is now calculated at $11.60. The board is offering to increase the starting salary for a 32.5-hoursper week courthouse employee to $22,000 annually. Employees are paid twice each month. Information about the pay for Pike County courthouse employees was provided in response to a Freedom of Information Act request.

Council meets early

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AirEvac

An AirEvac training was held Saturday morning at the ball park in Milton. Several area fire departments attended including, Pittsfield Fire, North Pike Fire, Griggsville Fire and East Pike Fire. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department also participated. Local pilot Craig Rush and Air Evac put on the training session.

Changes for food management certification By JEANETTE WALLACE Pike Press The Food Handling Regulations Enforcement Act was signed into law Aug. 27 which will cause several changes for those wishing to receive or earn Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification (FSSMC). It was decided after a meeting with the FSSMC workgroup that the Illinois FSSMC exam for certification will no longer be given after Jan.1, 2014. Those who wish to receive certifica-

tion will have to take a national approved exam provided by an American National Standards Institute-Conference for Food Protection (ANSI-CFP) approved exam provider. The refresher courses for those who want to renew their certification will be ended July 1, 2014. After that, anyone who wishes to receive or renew certification will have to take the same course. At the moment, those who wish to receive certification have to complete 15 hours of a course and those who wish to renew their

certification must take a 1-5 hour course. After July 1, everyone will have to take at least 8 hours, whether they are renewing or receiving certification. At the moment, the Pike County Health Department offers at least one in-person refresher course and a free exam once a month for anyone who takes the online course they offer. Although the act has been signed into law, the state hasn't made any official regulations about how many hours they will require for courses and what pro-

Muny announces 2014 season The Muny in St. Louis has announced its 2014 summer season. The line-up includes four Muny premieres. The seven shows are: “The Addams

Family;” “Billy Elliott the Musical;” “Grease;” “Hello, Dolly!;” “The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess;” “Seussical the Musical” and “Tarzan.” For more information call

(314) 361-1900 or visit muny. org. Show order and performance dates will be announced later. Selected shows are based on a survey of Muny audiences.

Davidsmeyer co-sponsors resolution seeking Obamacare information State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) has joined 44 other members of the Illinois House in introducing a resolution calling on the Illinois Department of Insurance to release information detailing how many Illinoisans have lost their health insurance due to Obamacare. “Illinoisans and others across the country were promised that they would not lose their health insurance, which has been proven wrong in Jacksonville, IL and across the nation,” Davidsmeyer said. “We are calling on Illinois

officials to join those other states in being transparent with the deficiencies of this program in order to find real solutions.” Since the October 1 starting date for Obamacare registration, Americans have seen daily stories of a balky website, security concerns, incorrect information and other serious problems with Obamacare. Despite President Obama’s promise that Americans who like their health insurance would be able to keep it, statistics released by some states have indicated that at least four million Americans have lost

their health insurance coverage due to Obamacare. “While starting out with good intentions, it has become a solution in search for a problem,” Davidsmeyer said. “We have to be sure that the right solutions are met with the proper information.” The resolution, HR 680, also calls on Congress to delay implementation of the “individual mandate” for further examination in light of all the problems that have been experienced. Full text of the resolution is available at www.ilga. gov.

“All I can say is courage, valor, bravery and lover,” the senior student said. The Pleasant Hill Veterans assembly is always a moving event. Each year Ron White

coordinates it. Sally Ward helps by recordkeeping, keeping track of the local veterans and brainstorming with him throughout the year to come up with ideas for the next year.

They opened the position to anyone in the area, but they will begin by interviewing applicants who live in Griggsville. Goewey also explained that IDOT contacted him to say that they would be taking down the yield signs on the square in Griggsville unless they receive word from the council not to.

The council felt that removing the signs would make the busy road more dangerous and confusing for motorists. They voted to ask IDOT not to take the signs down. The meeting went into hour and a half closed session at 7:30 and adjourned at 9 p.m. No action followed the closed session.

vider will be chosen for exams. "It's a little confusing because we don't have any guidelines right now. We just know that the law is changing," Kathy Cooney, sanitarian and environmental health worker at the Pike County Health Department, said. Liz Stemm, an environmental health inspector, explained that the price of the exam will be different because of the change. The estimated expense for an exam is $35. "I'm sorry to say the expense is going to go up," Stemm said.

Griggsville (Continued from A1) The council also received an official resignation from the City Clerk Dawn Manson. Manson, who worked as the clerk for 13 years, resigned due to illness. The council will start the interviewing process this week. “We had a lot of applicants,” Goewey said.

liquor for consumption on the premises and to make package sales to its members and guests…”. The council also accepted some changes to the employee handbook. The city allows workers in the street and alley and gas and water departments a $100 per year clothing allowance. Previously, the money was to go for jeans and T-shirts. Under the new provision, the money can be spent for any items of clothing the individual worker require but the green, high visibility safety wear must be worn on the outside as to be visible. Also the council provides workers with a $100 boot reimbursement with the stipulation the boots be purchased in Pittsfield. Employees had asked to have the restriction removed but the council decided they wanted to keep it in place unless an employee had a physical need as to why boots could not be purchased locally. The Pittsfield City Lake will close Nov. 15 or at the discretion of the city work crew. If the weather is nice, the lake may remain open a few more days but water service is not guaranteed.

Road closes for two weeks

The Pike County highway department has announced that 390th Street, on the Griggsville/ New Salem Township line, just south of Maysville will be closed at the railroad track for the next two weeks. Crews will be working on the grade crossing during this time.

Feeling

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Veterans (Continued from A1) White said when he was asked to say a few words at the assembly about the flag, he realized there were not many words to say.

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Pittsfield City Council held its first meeting on the winter schedule Nov. 5 and breezed through a variety of items on the agenda. The council meets at 6 p.m. from November through March and April through October, convenes at 7 p.m. The board gave second reading to the newly revised liquor ordinance. Under the new ordinance, the classification for liquor selling establishments has changed. There is no longer a class for an establishment selling only packaged liquor and the definition of restaurant was also changed. Previously a larger percentage of income was to have come from the sale of food rather than liquor. The new ordinance defines a restaurant as “any public place having regular meals which is kept, used, maintained, advertised and held out to the public as a place where meals are served and sold…” along with a more detailed definition. Also the A Class E (Club) license now reads “any club to sell alcoholic

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Pike County 4-H celebrates Achievement night Nov. 2 Pike County 4-H held their annual achievement program Nov. 2 to recognize the accomplishments of their 11 community clubs, three special interest clubs, 203 individual 4-Hers, and 31 leaders during the 2012-2013 4-H year. The achievement program was dedicated to the memory of Melissa Warning, club leader of the Clover Crew and the Rabbit Raisers who we lost to a traffic accident in January. Melissa was a dedicated volunteer and is missed very much. Readers and presenters for the evening were Cheri Myers, Sheri Merry, Madalene Davis, Samantha Clostermery, Allyson Bingham, Daniel Bingham, Julie Mountain, Kaylee Harrison, Katelyn Walker, Grace Henthorn, Reagan Hoskin and Carl High. The Pike County 4-H Federation is a group that promotes development of leadership and communication skills among teens, all while having fun. Madalene Davis has served as president this year, Katelyn Walker as vice president, Samantha Clostermery as secretary and Julie Mountain as treasurer. Additional Federation members this past year include Allyson Bingham, Daniel Bingham, Austin Gerard, Jess Heavner, Billie Henry, Dakota Henry, Reagan Hoskin, Cassandra Lightle, Rachel Lightle, Kyle Mowen, Sarah Scranton, Lori Woods, Molly Woods and Tori Woods. The new members for 2013-14 were introduced also. The Pike County 4-H program presents individual project awards in eight curriculum areas: Animal Science: Beef- first, Riley Bradshaw, second, Jess Heavner, third, Austin Gerard, fourth, Canin Rennecker, fifth,Wade Barnes, sixth,,Will Heavner. Catsfirst, Cassandra Lightle, second, Billie Henry, third, Faith Henthorn, fourth, Grace Henthorn. Dairy-Ethan Dixon. Dogs-first, Kaylee Harrison, second, Billie Henry, third, Lauren Saxe, fourth, Emma Saxe. Goats- first, Reagan Hoskin, second, Tori Woods, third, Kethryn High, fourth, Claudia High. Horse and Pony-first, Faith Henthorn, second ,Grace Henthorn, third, Wade Barnes, fourth Bailey Mowen. Poultry: first, Grace Henthorn, second, Kethryn High, third, Rachel Borrowman, fourth, Uriah Borrowman. Rabbits-first, Claudia High, second, Ronan Hoskin, third, Roam Hoskin, fourth, Lauren Saxe, fifth,Brayden Mountain. Sheep-first, Lori Woods, second, Molly Woods, third, Emma Saxe, fourth, Tori Woods. Small PetsIva Welbourne. Swine-first, Molly Woods, second, Wyatt Bradshaw, third, Tori Woods, fourth, Lori Woods. Veterinary Science-first, Billie Henry, second, Grace Henthorn. Community Involvement and Global Awareness: Citizenship-Nicole

Browning, Intercultural-Adeline DeVries. Engineering and Technology: Aerospace-Cade Riddle, BicycleAllison Wessel. Electricity- first, Roam Hoskin, second, Ronan Hoskin. Robotics-Joel Cook. Small Engines-Caleb DeVries, Tractor-Justin Hooper, Welding-Duncan Bradshaw. Woodworking-first, Caleb DeVries, second, John Scranton. Environment and Natural Resources: Camping-first, Robbie Main, second, Wade Barnes. ForestryIssac Borrowman, Geology-Roam Hoskin, Natural Resources-first, Grace Henthorn, second, Caleb DeVries, third, Faith Henthorn, fourth ,Adeline DeVries. Food, Nutrition and Health: Foodsfirst, Jennifer Bingham, second, Lauren Saxe, third, Reagan Hoskin, fourth, Gretchen Wessel, fifth, Rachel Borrowman. Health and Fitness-Lauren Saxe. Home and Family: Child Development-first, Reagan Hoskin, second, Gretchen Wessel. Sewing and Textiles-first, Julie Mountain, second, Bailey Mowen, third, Faith Henthorn, fourth, Grace Henthorn. Intergenerational- Iva Welbourne. Personal Development: Communications-first, Bailey Mowen, second, Samantha Clostermery. Leadership-John Scranton. Photography-first, Billie Henry, second, Emily Hooper, third, Allison Wessel, fourth, Rachel Smith. Theater Arts-Samantha Clostermery. Visual Arts- first, Grace Henthorn, second, Faith Henthorn, third, Rachel DeVries, fourth, Rachel Borrowman, fifth, Reagan Hoskin, sixth, Claudia High. Plants and Soils: Crops-Justin Hooper. Horticulture- Rachel Borrowman Members who received a shooting sports pin for completing project records: Wade Barnes-archery and air rifle; Cody Bradshaw-archery, shotgun, rifle; Wesley Bradshaw-archery, shotgun, rifle; Adeline DeVries-archery; Caleb DeVries-shotgun; Dakotah Henry-archery, shotgun, rifle; Daniel Bingham-shotgun; Faith Henthornarchery; Grace Henthorn- archery, shotgun, rifle; Reagan Hoskin-archery, shotgun, rifle; Robbie Main-archery; John Scranton-archery, shotgun, rifle; Kaylee Spencer-archery; Lane Spencerarchery, shotgun, rifle. The citizenship trophy sponsored by Bob Hyde was awarded to Nicole Browning for making a difference through her community service projects. John Scranton received a leadership trophy sponsored by Bob Hyde for excelling in the leadership project area. The following members have developed their public speaking skills in the 4-H ublic presentations contest: Beth Edgar received a trophy for

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her food demonstration awarded by Casteel Color Wheel; Rachel DeVries’ public speaking trophy is sponsored by DJ Two Rivers Radio; Samantha Clostermery received a public speaking trophy sponsored by Don Kirk, Northwestern Mutual and Bailey Mowen was the recipient of a public speaking trophy sponsored by John Borrowman. Lori Woods earned the top score for Pike County in the regional dairy judging contest for 4-H and her trophy is sponsored by Beth Weas Cash and the Western Illinois Dairy Committee. Caleb DeVries’ project was chosen as the grand champion in the natural resources area and he received a trophy sponsored by the Pike County Soil and Water Conservation District. Members who received a wind jacket pullover in the animal science award jacket program are Jess Heavner-beef jacket winner, Riley Bradshaw- beef continuing excellence, Wyatt Bradshaw- swine award winner and beef continuing excellence, Austin Gerard-beef continuing excellence., Rachel Lightle-cats jacket winner, Billie Henry – continuing excellence for cats and dogs, Cassandra Lightle- continuing excellence for cats, Kaylee Harrison- jacket winner for her dog project, Tori Woods-jacket winner in sheep and goats, Beth Edgar-horse jacket winner, Rachel Smith – horse continuing excellence, Lori Woodssheep continuing excellence and Molly Woods – continuing excellence in sheep and swine. A new award this year is sponsored by WBBA and Brownfield Network and is awarded to two members who have stepped up and assumed a leadership role in their club and in their project areas by serving as role models to the younger project members and by giving unselfishly of their time and talents. Receiving the awards are Kyle Mowen of the Pleasant Hill 4-H Citizens and Billie Henry of the Independence Hustlers. The Harry Miller Award was established in 2011 as a tribute to a man who was a great 4-H supporter and friend. Miller never missed the 4-H swine weigh-in and shows and offered his farm for livestock judging contests for many years. The award was judged at the Pike County livestock shows and horse show this summer and this year’s recipient of the Harry Miller Award is Molly Woods. Cheyenne Stewart of the Barry Builders receives a certificate from Illinois Holstein-Friesian Association for her third year of exhibiting Holstein dairy cattle at the 4-H show. Six Pike County 4-H members attended the electricity school in Adams County last summer and received a patch and certificate for their participation: Roam Hoskin, Ronan Hoskin,

Stephen Reis, Dakotah Clostermery, Daniel Clostermery and Tyler Syrcle. The Illinois Electrification Council provides a plaque recognizing 4-H member’s outstanding achievements in electricity. This year the engraved plaque is presented to Dakotah Clostermery. Pike County 4-H recognized 29 members who enrolled, submitted records and/or exhibited in the four levels of 4-H cooking projects at the home ec Show in June. Those members were Dakotah Clostermery, Savannah Irving, Robbie Main, Gwen Martin, Cade Riddle, Kaci Riddle, Emma Saxe, Jordan Wadden, Ryleigh Walston, Drew Welbourne, Stephen Reis, Lauren Saxe, Jennifer Bingham, Rachel Borrowman, Nicole Browning, Lani Daniels, Dakotah Fox, Grace Henthorn, Elizabeth Reis, Reagan Hoskin, Allyson Bingham, Elizabeth Edgar and Samantha Reis. Lane Spencer of the Griggsville 4-H club received the club secretary’s award and Rebecca Foster of the Country Clovers received the club treasurer’s book award. Faith Henthorn designed the cover for the county fairbook and the achievement program this year. Top sales for the 4-H Federation fundraiser were first place: Philip Graham, second place: Julie Mountain and third place: Daniel, Dakotah, and Samantha Clostermery. Top selling clubs are Milton Raise-Its and Country Clovers. The Darlene Schroeder award is in memory of a former assistant home economics advisor in Pike County and is based on project work, 4-H participation and leadership in the home economics area. Reagan Hoskin was presented a silver tray for her outstanding accomplishments in food and nutrition and Home and Family. Unit 14 conducted a National 4-H Week coloring contest for third grade students in the respective counties. The top entries chosen from all of the Pike County entries were: first Carter Dolbeare –Pleasant Hill Second, Autumn Cranfield-Pleasant Hill and third, Katelyn Musgrove-Pikeland in Pittsfield. Josie Bradshaw’s name was drawn as the winner of the 4-H drawing during National 4-H week at Farm and Home. The 4-H member alumni award medal is presented to these 4-H members completing their senior year. Beth Scott, Billie Henry, Cassandra Lightle, Jayme Brace, Katelyn Walker, Larissa Sidwell, Brady Foster, Morgan Ryan, Rachel Motley, Sarah Scranton and Wyatt Bradshaw. Several club awards were presented at the awards program. Pike County clubs are as follows: Barry Builders: Leaders: Rachel Whitlock, Michael Whitlock and Laura Reis. Junior Leaders: Morgan Ryan,

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Saturday Nov. 16 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 16 • 6 p.m.

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Pampered Chef, Longaberger, Thirty-One , Premier Designs, Jewelry, Mary Kay, Scentsy, Tastefully Simple/Close to my Heart, Designs by Adrienne, It Works, Carlee’s Creations, Origami Owl Bead Farm, Hilltop Bakery, Old Block House Breakfast items and Soups, Sandwiches & Dessert will be available and proceeds benefit Farm of the Child in Honduras Door prize raffles benefits Pike County Panther softball

Pittsfield United Methodist Women invite you to their “Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner” Thursday, Nov. 21 • 11 a.m. ~ 1 p.m. $10 Dine in or Carry-out Adult Tickets Turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, green beans, creamed turnips, cranberry salad and pie

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Elizabeth Reis, Jayme Brace, Rachel Motley and Samantha Reis.first and second year members who turned in records: Ethan Dixon and Stephen Reis. Club awards: Progress Award, Standards of Excellence and first place National 4-H Week Window Display. Barry Winners: Leaders: Jerri Woods and Andy Woods. Junior Leaders: Lori Woods, Tori Woods, and Molly Woods. Club awards: Intercultural Award, Progress Award, Triple Crown Standards of Excellence. Clover Crew and Rabbit Raisers: Melissa Warning was a club leader along with Amy Grammer, Rob Grammer and Becky Walston. Junior Leaders: Mackenzie Phillips, Julia Grammer, Aleck Hively, Evin Main and Jessica Grammer. first and second year members who turned in records: Ryleigh Walston, Canin Rennecker and Benton Harbison and Cloverbuds who turned in records: J.T. Walston and Kaydee Rennecker. Club awards: Triple Crown Progress Award. Country Clovers: Leaders: Carol Prater, Carl High and Jamie Fox. Junior Leaders: Abby Cash, Rebecca Foster, Dakotah Fox, Jordan Wadden and Brady Foster. first and second year members who turned in records: Claudia High and Kethryn High. Cloverbuds who turned in records: Jared Goewey and Conleigh High. Club Awards: Intercultural Award, Triple Crown Progress Award, Standards of Excellence and second place in Pizza sales. Determined Detroiters: Leader Susan Scott Jump. Member Ryan Tunget received a prize for turning in records as a first year member. Griggsville 4-H Club: Leaders: Kristine Bingham and Lisa Spencer. Junior Leaders: Daniel Bingham, Riley Bradshaw, Frankie Craven, Rachel Lightle, Allyson Bingham, Jacqueline Bingham, Wyatt Bradshaw and Cassandra Lightle. first and second year members who turned in records: Kaylee Spencer and Avery Bradshaw. Club awards: National 4-H Week Promotion at Farm and Home, the Intercultural Award, Triple Crown Progress Award and Standards of Excellence. Independence Hustlers: Leaders: Christine Henry and Karen Hooper who is retiring this year after 8 years. New Leaders for 2013-14: Matt Saxe and Faith Saxe. Junior Leaders: Reagan Hoskin, Austin Gerard, Dakota Henry, Emily Hooper and Billie Henry. first and second year members who turned in records: Abigail Borrowman, Marco Cooper, Roam Hoskin, Ronan Hoskin, Emma Saxe, Raegan Smithers, Drew Welbourne and Braden Musgrave. Cloverbuds who turned in records: Samuel Borrowman, Tracer Mowen, Renick Hoskin, Rebekah Borrowman, Kyle Bradshaw, Adam Musgrave, Abe Welbourne. Club Award: 2012-13 Progress Award.

Milton Raise-Its: Leaders: Mary Lagemann, Kathy Scranton and Corinna Mountain. Junior Leaders: Jess Heavner, Samantha Clostermery, Madalene Davis, Julie Mountain, Dalton Heavner and Sarah Scranton, first and second year members who turned in records: Joel Cook, Mason Davis, Phillip Graham and Faith Henthorn. Cloverbud Emily Henthorn also turned in a record and receives a gift. Club Awards: Intercultural Award and Top Pizza sales. Perry 4-H Stitchers: Leaders Lori Berquist, Susan Browning and Robert Berquist. Junior Leaders: Beth Scott, Rachel Smith and Katelyn Walker, first and second year members who turned in records: Savannah Irving and Braden Martin. Club awards: Intercultural and Triple Crown Progress Award. Pittsfield Producers: Leaders: Dorothy Welbourne and Brandy Myers Gratton. Member Allison Wessel is a second year member who turned in records and she receives a gift. Club awards: National 4-H Week Promotion at Farm and Home, the Triple Crown Progress Award and the Triple Crown Standards of Excellence Award. Pleasant Hill 4-H Citizens: Leader: Mary Barnes, assisted by new leaders for 2013-14: Beth Arnold and Emily Lowe. Kyle Mowen served as junior leader. first and second year members who turned in records: Wade Barnes, Cade Riddle and Kaci Riddle. Cloverbuds who turned in records: Caroline Arnold, Danyelle Lewis, McKinley Lowe and Trey Shireman. Club awards: first Place Farm and Home Promotion and for their National 4-H Week Window Display, Top Scrapbook award, Progress Award and Standards of Excellence, 2012-13 Club of the Year. Leader Mary Barnes was honored as Pike County 4-H Alumni of the Year. Leaders of the Special Interest Clubs: Bulls-eye Shooting Sports club coordinators: Bob Lister and Megan Wilson; instructors Mary Barnes, Clay Lister, Robert Grammer, Jeremy Walston and Rod Prentice. Horse Club leader Jane Guthrie; Dairy Club leaders Rachel and Michael Whitlock and Laura Reis. Extension Program Coordinator Cheri Myers recognized those supporters behind the scenes (friends, aunts, uncles, grandparents, etc.) who have helped their 4-Her with a project or supported them throughout their 4-H career in other ways. Youth Development Educator Sheri Merry announced the retirement of Cheri Myers and presented her with a gift of appreciation. The evening concluded with a photo presentation of the 4-H year and refreshments. Pictures from the Achievement night awards presentations can be found on pages A6 and B1. More pictures from the evening will follow next week.

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The ongoing contract stalemate between the Pike County Board and the union representing courthouse employees has not been fun for anyone.

The board proposed what it called its “last, best and final offer” Nov. 13, 2012 and has not moved since. Under terms of this offer, in the third year, 25% of the represented workers would be receiving well above or (in one case) right at $20 per hour, with benefits on top of that. As of today, Nov. 13, 2013, the board is marking a one-year anniversary of remaining true to its fiscal stand regarding compensation and responsibility toward the taxpayers who must fund their decisions. The union has not accepted the county’s offer. During the past year, the union has twice threatened to strike but no strike has materialized. Once there was a move afoot to send the matter to arbitration, but that hasn’t happened, either. Meanwhile, the union has cancelled three bargaining sessions. The union has also filed seven Unfair Labor Practice complaints against the Pike County Board. One seeks to move committee meetings of Pike County Board members as they are discussing the employment of Pike County employees, paid with Pike County taxpayers’ money – to Springfield or Jacksonville, thus sharing travel expense with union leadership which is headquartered in Springfield. Although differing information has been received by Campbell Publications, the parent company of Pike Press, it now appears that the highest paid employees in the courthouse union currently make $18.85 and $19.48 per hour. Under the board’s proposal, a beginning worker would increase to $13.01 per hour, with various rates scattered inbetween. As any business operator knows, in addition to the increased wages paid to employees, county taxpayers will also be responsible for associated increased costs in the form of Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund and Social Security contributions, plus health and life insurance benefits. County board member Dan Mefford sums up the situation in a letter on this page. If the courthouse workers are dissatisfied with their wages and benefits, a revolving door will be seen as they leave and seek better opportunities elsewhere. By the same token, if the jobs are, in fact, attractive, many will apply for any available opening. Ultimately, the taxpayers of Pike County must decide what they feel is a fair wage, one that will attract and retain competent workers to efficiently handle the business of Pike County. Members of the Pike County Board are Andy Borrowman, chairman; Justin Noble, labor committee chairman; Michael Boren, Fred Bradshaw, Cleve Curry, Dan Mefford, Jim Sheppard, Tami Webel and Harry Wright. Let them know what you think.

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B) I plan to thank at least one veteran.

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C) I am a veteran myself and proud of it.

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D) I’m just glad to have a day off.

Although many pages could be written on the topic, the sticking point can be summed up in one word: money. The county board has negotiated upwards to a three-year package of raises which it describes as fair for employees and affordable for the taxpayers of Pike County.

A) I know many veterans.

Guest Column: Michael Boren

Why I served in Vietnam

volunteered to serve in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. I went through four years of ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) at the University of Illinois, including basic training at Ft. Riley, Kansas in the summer of 1966. Upon graduation, Feb. 2, 1968 I was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the Field Artillery. On March 26, 1968 I reported to Ft. Sill, Oklahoma for a three months Field Artillery Officer’s Basic training School. After only two weeks as an artillery officer at Ft. Hood, Texas, I received orders to helicopter flight training at Ft. Wolters, Texas, later at Ft. Rucker, Alabama. I had volunteered for flight school, even though it extended my time of active duty from two to four years, because the Vietnam War was a helicopter war more than any previous war—and perhaps more than any subsequent conflict. Nothing happened in the rainy season in South Vietnam without helicopters.

Troops and supplies were taken into combat by helicopters, and troops, wounded and KIA were taken out of danger by helicopters. Why was I willing to volunteer when others were avoiding the draft, which had a big impact on our lives in the middle of the Twentieth Century? The thought came to me as our Vesper Choir at First Christian Church was singing “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” on Sunday, Nov. 10. A phrase in the grand old battle hymn of the American Civil War says, “As He died to make men holy, let us die to make men free.” In my opinion, we went to South Vietnam to allow the people there to make their own decision as to what form of government they wanted. Many of us have already forgotten that we were involved in a titanic struggle with worldwide Communism—called the Cold War. When the smoke cleared after World War II there were only two super powers left on earth—the United States of America and

the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. The expressed purpose of the Communist movement was to take over the world—and after World War II the Soviet troops did not depart from vast areas of Europe that they had taken from Hitler during the war. When China was taken over by Communists in 1949 it became clear that we were in a life and death struggle with Communism. And when the Communists took over a country they did not allow anyone to vote them out of power. In the last three months of my year in Vietnam, as Civil Affairs Officer for a 3,000-man Combat Aviation Group, I worked directly with many Vietnamese people. Many were Christians who feared a future under an atheistic Communist government. I talked with people who had been wounded—and had loved ones killed by night time visitors of the Viet Cong in South Vietnam. I wonder to this day what became of some of them who were clearly on the American side in the conflict.

In my opinion, the Korean War and Vietnam War were two major battles in the Cold War which took much of our manpower and federal spending from 1946 to 1991, when the Soviet Union finally collapsed. We did not fight Soviet troops directly in Korea or Vietnam, but the Soviet economy was severely stressed in trying to supply their Communist puppet governments, and ultimately their “socialist paradise” could not compete with the true freedoms that our Capitalist society provides. I am sorry that we did not remain in South Vietnam as we remained in South Korea, but I think that we went to both places to “die to make men free.” –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ■ Michael Boren, a retired history teacher, is a member of the Pike County Board and sings tenor in the First Christian Church choir.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Thoughts on unions Unions. So much controversy. My thoughts may surprise many people. Love’em, hate’em, they are with us to stay. That can be a good thing. Unions gained a strong foothold from incredible abuse by employers in the early coal miner days that brought about Tennessee Ernie Ford’s famous song, “16 ton and what’a you get? Another day older and deeper in debt. St. Peter don’t cha call me, I can’t come, I owe my soul to the company store.” Working conditions were extremely dangerous, a living wage was non-existent, and a whole host of other issues were present. Born out of this abuse from too strong an employer, the unions finally came into being. If the unions disappeared completely then I have no doubt similar conditions would return in some cases. Hence, the love-hate relationship continues. The problem to me appears to be most acute if one or the other becomes too powerful and then abuses its power. The key here as I see it, outcomes must be win win. If the employer is abusing and creating unsafe working conditions and wages and benefits that are out-of-line with similar wages for the job, then an adjustment needs to be made. If, on the other hand, the union is abusing, or asking more than the normal amount for the job, then the outcome will need to be adjusted the other way. I am sure that if the offer by the employer is out-of-line, then no one would be willing to apply for the job available. I am also sure that if the remuneration offered is out-of-line, that job seekers would be sure to find a better deal at another employer. The key, it has to be good for all parties. If you would like to correspond with me on this, contact me at: editorial@pike912.org, or follow my blog at: pike912. blogspot.com. DAN A. MEFFORD, D.C. Pittsfield, Ill.

The rest of the story – who wrote the healthcare law? “When Mitt Romney went before the convention of the NAACP and said that as president he would repeal ‘Obamacare’, he was roundly and predictably booed. In doing so, he stepped into a carefully prepared trap. “Why is the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act routinely referred to as “\’Obamacare’? Surely no one seriously believes President Obama wrote the 2,700 page bill or, for that matter, even knows what is in it. Yet the act is commonly labeled President Obama’s signature piece of legislation, the crowning achievement of his first term. “Even Nancy Pelosi would not take credit for authoring the bill, famously declaring we had to pass it in order to find out what’s in it. So if the president didn’t write the Affordable Care Act and the Speaker of the House didn’t know what was in it, why is it called Obamacare?

“One could make the argument that it’s just laziness on the part of the media, which revels in finding the lowest common denominator to explain complex issues. One could argue that it is political posturing by Republicans who want to saddle the president with responsibility for what is undeniably an unpopular law. One could argue it is the president himself, trying to take legislative credit for something he had nothing to do with, popular or not. In fact, Obama, a supporter of a single payer system, actively campaigned against many of the provisions that have ended up as cornerstones of the ACA law. “One could make a lot of arguments, but calling the Affordable Care Act ‘Obamacare’ is a huge tactical error. Why? Because naming the law after Obama personalizes it and, as Romney learned from the NAACP audience, opposing Obamacare equals opposing Obama and the only reason anyone opposes Obama is, of course, because he is black. To those inclined to think as such, opposing the complete government takeover of the healthcare system and changing the status of Americans from private citizens to property of the state is, quite simply, racist. It also distracts from the true question that should be asked: “Who, precisely, wrote the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and why? “Our first clue comes from testimony given by Peter Orszag, then-Director of the Office of Management and Budget, before Congress in August of 2009. ‘Ultimately,’ he said, ‘without structure in place to help contain health care costs over the long term as the health market evolves, nothing else we do in fiscal policy will matter much, because eventually health care cost will overwhelm the federal budget.’ “If Orszag had been addressing the board of directors of Wellpoint, the nation’s second largest managed health care company, such a statement might seem perfectly proper. But, even accepting the wildly suspicious claim that 30 million Americans were uninsured, that’s still just 10% of the population. Approximately 12% are on Medicare. If 78% of Americans in 2009 were covered by private insurance, why would health care costs overwhelm the federal budget? It is more likely that rising health care costs would soon overwhelm the nation’s health insurance providers. “According to Kaiser Permanente, total health insurance costs in 1980 were $286 billion. By 2010, they had increased nearly tenfold to $2.3 trillion. As the population ages, that number is expected to soar. According to federal estimates, health care costs will double in the next decade and are likely to double again by 2030, when 70 million Americans – fully 20% of the population – will be over the age of 65. Could such dire estimates have provided the health insurance industry with a powerful $10 trillion incentive to move this looming liability off their balance sheets and onto the backs of the American taxpayer? “In May 2010, after final passage of the current health care law, Senator Max Baucus, from whose Finance Committee the legislation emerged, stood before the Senate and members of the press to publicly thank the person he credited with making it all happen: “’I wish to single out one person, and that one person is sitting next to me. Her name is Liz Fowler. Liz Fowler is my chief health counsel. Liz Fowler has put my health care team

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together. Liz Fowler worked for me many years ago, left for the private sector, and then came back when she realized she could be there at the creation of health care reform because she wanted that to be, in a certain sense, her professional lifetime goal. She put together the White Paper last November–2008–the 87-page document which became the basis, the foundation, the blueprint from which almost all health care measures in all bills on both sides of the aisle came.’ “So who is Liz Fowler? Prior to joining Baucus’ staff as the senior advisor on health care, she was Vice President of Public Policy and External Affairs for none other than the aforementioned number two insurance company, Wellpoint. Not to put too fine a point to it, but it would be equivalent to the chief lobbyist for AHIP (America’s Health Insurance Plans), a national trade organization of over 1,300 insurers, infiltrating the Senate Finance Committee and writing a law to benefit not the American people, but the entire insurance industry. As it turns out, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is not intended to make health insurance more affordable for the American people. It is designed to make the American people more affordable for the health insurance industry. “As it further turns out, Baucus’ staff was infested with Wellpoint hirelings. Prior to Fowler arriving on scene, the chief advisor on Senator Baucus’ team was Michelle Easton. Upon passing the baton to Ms. Fowler, Easton went to work as a lobbyist for Wellpoint at Tarplin, Downs and Young, a DC-based lobbying firm founded in 2006 ‘specializing in strategic consulting and policy development with a particular focus on health care’. “Keep turning the wheel, though, and we come to Stephen Northrup. Northrup was the chief health advisor to Wyoming Senator Mike Enzi when Enzi pushed similar health care legislation in 2006. Prior to joining Enzi’s staff, Northrup was the executive director of the Long Term Pharmacy Alliance, an organization that played a lead role on drafting the mother of all giveaways to Big Pharma, Medicare Part D. Not surprisingly, the revolving door and interchangeable roles of advisors/staff/lobbyists eventually lead Northrup in 2007 to Wellpoint, where he served as Vice President of Federal Affairs. “The insurance lobby, tired of decades of failed attempts to influence Congress to create a national health care plan which would immunize them from the looming trillions of dollars in liabilities they faced as the boomer generation aged, simply decided they would infiltrate Congress instead and write the legislation themselves. Time, after all, was running out. “But simply enacting the legislation was not enough. Big Insurance also demanded a seat at the table when it came time to actually drafting the regulations and implementing the law, since incompetent government bureaucrats could not be trusted to enact regulations and procedures that would fully indemnify the insurance lobby to its complete satisfaction. Which brings us to the return of Liz Fowler, the author of the Affordable Care Act who is now the Deputy Director of Consumer Information and Oversight at the U.S. Department of Human Services, sort of an industry cop on watch to be sure government employees do what they are told. “Despite Big Insurance’s success in pulling off one of (Letters CONTINUED ON A5)

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OP-ED Pike Press

Wednesday, November 13, 2013, Pittsfield, Illinois

The Coonridge Digest: Freida Marie Crump

Time to row, row, row your boat Greetings from the Ridge Greetings from the Ridge. It was a good boat. In fact, he’d sailed it his entire life and until today it had never caused him a minute’s problem. Every morning he’d catch the outgoing tide, spend his day doing his sailor-ly duty, then in the evening the tides would again come in, bringing him safely home. Until today. He couldn’t remember what he’d done differently or perhaps it wasn’t his fault. The weather had been curious lately and perhaps that had affected the tides. Heck, he was getting older. Maybe he’d simply not watched his timepiece closely. But as he looked toward shore he saw all the other boats tying up for the night but he was still far off shore. Something was terribly wrong. He waved at his friends now heading up to the village for their supper but no one thought to look back to the sea. They’d had quite enough of the water for one day and besides, it was time for all boats to be ashore so he sat there alone. Floating. Going nowhere. How could this have happened? He’d spent his entire life living this same routine . . . the tide takes you out, the tide brings you back in. And after a lifetime on his boat, a lifetime of the tide and the weather gods being so faithful, his boat lay

motionless on a silent sea. The man faced the prospect of a long night ahead. He had brought neither shelter nor blanket. Why should he? This had never happened before. Then as he turned his eyes one more desperate time toward the shore he saw a lone lantern coming down the steep bank toward the dock. Someone was making a last check of the moorings before turning in. The man in the boat summoned all the lungpower he could muster and shouted, “Halloo! Hey there! I’m adrift!” The lantern stopped in mid step. Again the boatman shouted, “Halloo! Help me! I’m stranded!” The beam of light hurried down the steps and to the seaward edge of the dock. From over the quiet waters he heard the answering, “Halloo! Who?” Yes…yes! He’d been heard. “I’m adrift!” he shouted. Then a small silence and the answer came back muffled . . . “Rrrr!” “What?” “Rrrr!” What did this mean? No matter. He’d been heard. Someone knew he was out here. “I need help!” the man in the boat shouted. And this time he heard the answer more clearly. “Oar!” “What?” “Use your oar!” The man in the boat looked back toward the transom and

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The headlines scream at us with the world’s needs and we wish someone

would do something. We blame our neighbors, we blame the ‘other’ groups, we blame the Congress, but do we simply pick up the oar and start rowing?”

saw an oar. After a lifetime of floating with the tide, the idea of rowing had never occurred to him. He picked it up and began rowing. A simple tale. Perhaps even a silly one, but with a message that seems clear. We get so overwhelmed with problems that we feel there’s no solution. The headlines scream at us with the world’s needs and we wish someone would do something. We blame our neighbors, we blame the “other” groups, we blame the Congress, but do we simply pick up the oar and start rowing? You pray for your neighbors down the street who’ve been hit by hard times. Good for you. Now when you get up off your knees, go take them a gift certificate for groceries. Do some rowing. Our nation has listed education as a low priority and as a result our kids and our country is suffering. So pick up an oar. Volunteer an hour a week to help a child read. Your local economy is floundering as one business after

another succumbs to the national chains. Stop buying your Polident and pickup trucks off the Internet and go pump your cash into the neighborhood store. Row, baby . . . row. You’re lonely and it hurts. So is half the world. Pick up the phone, address an envelope, send a message of friendship and watch the love bounce right back in your lap. Row, row, row! We can’t always depend upon the tides of life taking us in the right direction and simply floating along won’t get the job done. The world is not hurting for lack of ocean and there’s no shortage of oars. All we need is someone to row. You ever in Coonridge, stop by. We may not answer the door but you’ll enjoy the trip. ■ The imaginative commentary of Freida Marie Crump comes to us from Coonridge – a town that’s a lot like your own.

PICKINGS FROM

PIKE’S PAST 25 Y : D B ears ago

125 Years Ago Nov. 8, 1888 The election is over, and now let’s all get back to business. At this writing, it appears that Benjamin Harrison has defeated Grover Cleveland and the Republicans are back in power. It is said that it all hinges on the results in New York, which we have not yet received. The country is prosperous and can be kept so by active work. We understand that the attempt by a father in Milton to forcibly keep his son from voting the democratic ticket came near creating a riot there at the polls. A new feature in Pittsfield in the matter of election was the showing by the use of a magic lantern of the dispatches as received on a canvas stretched upon the balcony in front of the telegraph office. The work was well done, much to the gratification of hundreds of spectators. The ladies of the El Dara Methodist society furnished a warm dinner for the voters Tuesday at 20 cents per meal. No one need to have gone hungry. Last Saturday morning the creamery building at Barry was discovered to be on fire, and in a short time nearly $6,000 worth of property was consumed. 100 Years Ago Nov. 12, 1913 The second month of the Pittsfield schools closed Friday, Nov. 7 with an enrollment of 534 pupils. There were 67 cases of tardiness, a majority of them in the high school, and three cases

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of corporal punishment. The high school has organized an orchestra of 15 pieces. The pupils at the high school who are taking German have organized a Dutch club at which no one is allowed to speak anything but the German language. The Quincy, Illinois school board says that high school girls may wear slit skirts as often as they please and the slits may be as long as you please. When a girl wears a slit skirt she indicates that she is alive. She is living in the 20th century and she knows it. Earl Smith of Detroit, who has the agency for the Buick automobile, informs us he received a carload of machines a few days ago, and has delivered one to S. T. Haskins and another to N. W. Dunham. The weather man put over a batch of pretty cold weather Sunday and Monday, but a fair sample of Indian summer has come back today. The mercury was 26 above Sunday morning and down to 20 Monday morning. 75 Years Ago Nov. 9, 1938 Republican Glenn Neese of Milton was elected sheriff. He is only the third Republican sheriff in the history of Pike county. Former Republican sheriff Frank Troutner, who was elected in 1922, will pin his gold star upon the newlyelected sheriff. Judge Lee Capps, Republican office-holder since 1930, was re-elected. All other county of-

arton appointed to school board fices were carried by Democrats, as Fred Smith of Perry was elected treasurer, Virgil Durham of Pittsfield was elected County Clerk, and Ross Nichols of Griggsville was elected County Superintendent of Schools. Mr. and Mrs. John Hartman of Valley City recently observed their 66th wedding anniversary. The Pittsfield high school Saukees swamped the Greenfield team there last Wednesday night by a score of 38 to 6.

Rev. Dean Benton officiated. Soloist Donna Muirhead was accompanied on the organ by Sylvia Ward. The Pleasant Hill Wolves rounded out their 1963 football season with a come-from-behind 14-7 win over the fired-up Calhoun Indians last Saturday. The Wolves finished the season with an undefeated 8-0-1 record. Fifty-four deer were killed in Pike county during the weekend deer season.

50 Years Ago Nov. 12, 1963 About 200 persons attended a Candidate’s Night rally Saturday night sponsored by the Pike County Young Republicans club in the Pittsfield high school auditorium. Among the candidates present was Charles Percy, candidate for governor, who made a brief speech in the cafeteria, standing atop a table. Roger Dunham is one of three Southern Illinois University senior students in agricultural industries selected for the $150 annual Production Credit Association scholarships. New officers of the Pike County Historical Society include Warren Winston, president; Inez Miller, secretary, Martha Madarasz, treasurer; Martha Caughlan, vice president; and Morrison Worthington, new board member. The Pleasant Hill Methodist church was the lovely setting for the wedding of Miss Linda M. Howland, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Howland to Jimmy D. Webb, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lacy Webb of Pleasant Hill, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m.

25 Years Ago Nov. 9, 1988 Republican Wendell F. Hall was re-elected circuit clerk and Democrat Brett Irving was elected state’s attorney in Tuesday’s election. Democratic presidential candidate Michael Dukakis carried Pike County by 648 votes. Four Democrats were elected to the county board, giving the board a 7-2 Democratic margin. It had been 6-3. Re-elected were Democratic incumbents Jim Sanderson, J. H. Syrcle, and Bruce Lightle. Also elected was Earl D. Hull. Molly and Megan Goodman, twin daughters of Steve and Jeannie Goodman of Pleasant Hill, have been informed that their photograph has been selected to appear on the Disney Channel each Sunday during the month of November. David Barton of rural Nebo was selected Nov. 2 at the Pikeland school board meeting to fill out the remaining term of Perry Moore of Milton, who resigned due to a job change. Barton, a 1978 graduate of Pittsfield High School, is married to the former Debbie Haskins; they have

two daughters—Abby, five, a kindergarten student, and Jennifer, 17 months. Doug Pool, a 1976 Griggsville graduate, will compete in the 1988 Open World Championships in weight lifting in Victoria, Canada this weekend. Pool says he expects to lift more than a ton of weight in three lift categories.

10 Years Ago Nov. 12, 2003 Dr. Michael Thompson announced his resignation as Pike County Republican chairman Monday night at the annual fall dinner. He took over the post in 1997, after the death of longtime Republican leader Jack Dyer. Thompson now works in Peoria three days a week, and his schedule will not allow him to continue in the GOP post. Two Florida deer hunters shared the prize of a 225 pound buck with a nearly perfect 32 point rack. It took four arrows to bring down the animal that is described as “one of the top ten ever killed in Illinois.” The Saukee football season ended in the second round of the play-offs with a loss to the St. Joseph Spartans in St. Joseph. Loren Ottwell celebrated his 85th birthday Friday by walking from Pittsfield to Nebo in two hours and 45 minutes. An open house will be held at the Community Building in Nebo Sunday, Nov. 16 from 2-4 p.m. to celebrate Bruce Boren’s 80th birthday. ■ Pickings from Pike’s Past is compiled by Michael Boren.

LETTERS (CONTINUED FROM A4) the most intricate swindles in the history of mankind by transferring tens of trillions of dollars of liabilities from their balance sheets to that of the Treasury Department, all to be paid for by massive tax increases on the American people (or fees, if you’re still arguing about the Commerce Clause in the increasingly irrelevant Constitution), the whole transaction would certainly deserve a special place in the pantheon of lawlessness were it not for the decidedly unhappy outcome it will have for the true victims of this crime - the American citizens, who are now merely the property of an insurance industry that has a vested interest in keeping them healthy while they are still useful. Those 22-year-olds who are today gleeful that they can stay on Mommy and Daddy’s insurance for a few more years won’t be quite as cheerful in 2030 when they are called before a panel Liz Fowler will undoubtedly have a role in creating to explain why their cholesterol level has increased or are informed that certain substances detected in their last blood test indicated they are surpassing the monthly limit on pepperoni pizzas. After being sent home with a hefty fine and orders to adhere to a strict diet of carrot sticks and mineral water, along with the latest behavioral modification drug developed by the recent merger of Pfizer and Merck, they may well wish they had been paying attention back in 2012, when there was still a chance to put a stop to it all. “In the meanwhile, it would be nice if certain political figures would put a stop to feigning political courage by mockingly referring to this legislation as Obamacare. Obama didn’t write it or read it and there is nothing caring about it. Call it what it is: “The Health Insurance Industry Protection Act. You could also call it the end of freedom.” You may find this article on the Common Ground America website. http://commongroundamerica.net/Who_Wrote_the_ PPACA.html I was surprise how easily it was to verify the truthfulness of this article. One note that adds to the creditability of the article was the S& P health insurance index has gained 43% value in the first nine months of 2013. Wall Street wins again and the people’s healthcare freedom is lost. OWEN BROWN Pittsfield Ill.

Appreciates recognition Many thanks to all of those people who participated in the “Honoring All Who Served – Veterams Day 2013” by send-

ing out the postcards. Although my four years in the U.S. Navy was in the 1950s, it did help to influence my career. The GI Bill (one of the best government programs ever) allowed me to get a degree at Western, teach high school biology and science for 4-1/2 years and then go on to a 28 years as a park ranger with the National Park Service. As a bonus, while in the Navy, I also got to visit a number of exciting locations in the Pacific area. Thanks again for the cards. RAY CLAYCOMB Pittsfield, Ill.

Sees inconsistencies in I.D. requirements The Obama administration’s Attorney General Eric Holder is using the power of the Federal justice department to attack voter I.D. laws that have been passed or are in the process of being passed by many state legislatures. The concept of claiming voter suppression of U.S. citizens by requiring them to obtain legitimate I.D. in order to participate in the most important function (voting) in government is somewhat ludicrous. When advancing the idea that obtaining these completely free I.D.’s puts too heavy a burden on the poor, the uneducated, the elderly and the handicapped, they are not very concerned about the burden these same people have when proving they are eligible to participate in other programs. Why is it not too great a burden for 50 million people to prove I.D. when receiving benefits from one or more of the various welfare food stamp programs? Why is it not too great a burden to prove I.D. when riding free or at a reduced rate on public transportation? Why is it not too great a burden to prove I.D. when receiving free cell phones under a federal government program? Why is it not too great a burden to prove I.D. when receiving government housing assistance? Why is it not too great a burden to prove I.D. when receiving free items from various food pantry programs? Why is it not too great a burden to prove I.D. when signing up children for free or reduced breakfasts and lunches

at school? Why is it not too great a burden to prove I.D. when applying for any of the hundreds of other welfare programs available to these same people who Eric Holder says will find it too burdensome to obtain I.D. so that they can take part in such an important citizenship act as voting? Is Attorney General Holder and his ilk advocating discontinuing all of these welfare programs because it puts too much of a burden on the recipients to prove I.D.? Or are they just demeaning the idea of legitimate voting by suggesting the whole nation ignore I.D. requirement and adopt the Chicago slogan of “Vote Early And Vote Often” which has been so successful in Chicago. DAVID F. GRAHAM Pittsfield, Ill.

Says negotiations are ‘all about politics’ I am the business manager for the Operating Engineers Local 965 and I must respond to the article in the Pike Press that contains a multitude of misinformation and/or outright mistruths. First, Justin Noble states in the article that the union will only settle for $1,000 a year increase. The union proposal that has been on the table for several months is $600 per year in the first year of the agreement, $750 per year for the second year and $850 per year for the third year and Mr. Noble is quite aware of that. Mr. Noble further states that the County has offered $22,000 as a starting salary and the Chief Deputies would be raised from $300 to $500 and this is true. What he fails to tell the public is that the union proposed in their initial proposal to bring the starting salary up over a three-year period to lighten the blow to the County and made no proposal to increase the Chief Deputy pay. The Labor Committee proposed bringing that salary increase up all at once, not the union. Secondly, the article reports on hours of work for various departments, hourly rates made by different employees and that the employees are paid bi-weekly when in fact they are paid bi-monthly The Pike Press reports, in bold letters, that the highest paid employee makes $21.20 per hour. The actual pay of the highest paid employee, after 30 years of service to the County, is $19.05 per hour. All other hourly rates reported in the article are incorrect as well. The Pike Press

also reports that the various departments work 33 hours per week. A couple of the departments do work 33 hours, but the majority work more than 33 hours per week. Further, these negotiations have been more about fairness to the employee than anything else. I stated earlier that the highest paid courthouse employee has been an employee of the County for more than 30 years and makes $19.05 per hour as Chief Deputy, a title which would be considered as office manager elsewhere. The Pike County Board pays the office manager at the Pike County Highway Department $19.29 per hour for the same work and she has only been employed by the County for three years and five months. In addition, Pike County employees are covered by a self-insured insurance fund under the direction of the Pike County Board. The idea of a self insured fund is that all parties share the burden of insurance. This sounds simple yet, some employees of the County pay $50 per month for single coverage and this group of employees pays $154 per month for single coverage. This is just not fair. Thirdly, newspapers are supposed to report unbiased, accurate information and all sides of a story. The Pike Press made only one attempt to contact me in all the articles they have placed in their newspaper, yet each edition has contained quotes from the Pike County Labor Committee. The Pike Press’s reporting of these negotiations has been more like that of a government run news service instead of that of an unbiased newspaper and that is simply un-American. If U.S. citizens cannot trust the news reporting practices of our news service, then we have become no better than the enemies of this great nation of ours. Theodore Roosevelt once referred to the White House as a “bullying pulpit.” I guess the Pike Press has become the “bullying pulpit” for the Pike County Labor Committee. Lastly, Justin Nobel says that the negotiations with the Sheriff’s Deputies are internal and cannot be discussed. The same is true for these negotiations. Until now I have refused to comment on the negotiations, although I have made comments on the Labor Committee’s violations of state law. Yet every edition of the Pike Press contains quotes from Mr. Noble. I guess it is easier and smarter to pick on a bunch of women than the deputies of the sheriff’s department. The truth is, this is all about politics and next year’s elections. MICHAEL D. ZAHN Business Manager International Union of Operating Engineers Local 965 Springfield, Ill.

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OBITUARIES Marie Dehart Marie Dehart, 91 of Griggsville

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died Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2013 at Pittsfield Manor in Pittsfield. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Griggsville Cemetery. A complete obituary will be published in next week’s paper.

Bruce Kendall Vera Sapp

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Kyle Mowen of Pleasant Hill received the WBBA Brownfield Award at the Pike County 4-H Achievement program. Billie Henry was also a recipient of this award.

Austin Gerard, left, receives his jacket for continuing excellence in beef from Madalene Davis. 4-H members received award jackets for their animal science projects at the Pike County 4-H Achievement program.

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Beth Edgar receives a jacket for her work in the horse project area. Madalene Davis presents her the award as Samantha Clostermery announces the awards.

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Molly Woods of Baylis was awarded the Harry Miller Memorial Award for 2012-2013.Wood’s award was presented by Madalene Davis.

Lyn Vollmer

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Vera J. Yokem Sapp, 81, of Rockport, died Tuesday Nov. 5 evening at her home surrounded by her family. Vera was born Oct. 25, 1932 near Pleasant Hill, a daughter of Jesse H. and Grace P. Fish Yokem. She married Logan Vencil Sapp March 19, 1952 in Pittsfield and he survives. Vera was a 1950 graduate of Pittsfield High School. She had been employed by the Pleasant Hill Garment Factory and more recently by the Pittsfield Wal-Mart. She enjoyed fishing, mushrooming, rock hunting, board and card games and bowling. Vera was a member of the Rockport Christian Church and the church’s ladies aide society. Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Logan Vencil Sapp of Rockport, four children, Terry V. (Donna) Sapp of Mt. Holly, N.C., Danny J. (Patty) Sapp of Rockport, Donald R. (Loree) Sapp of Rockport and Judy L. (Richard) Edmonson of Rockport, nine grandchildren, Brendan (Candida) Sapp, Scott Sapp, Laura (John) Plenge, Mindy (Mike) Maurer, Robert Alan (Emily) Sapp, Erica (Brian) Betts, Robert (Melissa) Horton, Jeremy (Niki) Horton and Logan Edmonson, 16 great-grandchildren, a sister, Marjorie Doran of Pleasant Hill, two brothers, James Yokem of Pleasant Hill and Charles W. (Margaret) Yokem of Pleasant Hill and numerous nieces and nephews. Vera was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Jesse D. Yokem and by a daughter, Cheryl Jean Sapp. Funeral services were held Saturday Nov.9 at 1 p.m. at the Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill conducted by Pastor Tim Smith. Burial followed at the Wells Cemetery near Pleasant Hill. Visitation was held Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of services at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Avenues in Hannibal, Mo or to the Rockport Christian Church. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangements.

Cassandra Lightle, left, was recognized for continuing excellence in the cat project area when Madalene Davis presented her award.

Kaylee Harrison, left, accepts her jacket for the Dog project area. Presenting is Madalene Davis. Samantha Clostermery, in back, announced the winners throughout achievement night.

Lyn Rae Vollmer, 65, of New Canton, formerly of El Dara, died Monday, Nov. 11, 2013, in the emergency room of Hannibal Regional Hospital. She was born Oct. 14, 1948, in Pittsfield, a daughter of Truman and Mildred (Wheeler) Scranton. They preceded her in death. She married Frank Vollmer in Clarksville, Mo. March 3, 1966. He survives. She is also survived by a son, Frank Vollmer, Jr. of Silverdale, Wash.; two daughters, Kathy Lear and husband John of El Dara and Laura Brockes of Quincy. She was blessed with five grandsons - Aaron Crossman of New Canton, Klayton Miller of El Dara, Robert Stanley of Silverdale, Wash., Taylor Lear of Liberty, and Cody Lear of Mendon; nine granddaughters, Lindsay Crossman of Plainville, Casey Wasenbach of Camp Point, Ashley Crossman of Atlas, Katie Kendall of Camp Point, Makia Raboin, Tessa Vollmer, Wesley Vollmer and Frankie Vollmer all of Silverdale, Wash., and Kobie Miller of El Dara and 15 great-grandchildren. Also survived by a twin brother Glyn, brothers Cecil and Gordon, as well as four sisters, Audrey, Janet, Dorothy and Mary Ann. Lyn was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Rex, Smitty and Larry and sisters Paula, Shirley and Loletta. Lyn loved spending time on her computer, baking in the kitchen and going to play bingo, but her favorite activity was spending time with her grandbabies. Visitation will be from 4 - 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Burial will be in Taylor-Martin Cemetery, El Dara. Memorials are suggested to Lyn’s family.

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Madalene Davis, left, presents Molly Woods with her 4-H jacket. Woods were honored for continuing excellence in sheep and swine.

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Katelyn Walker, left present Reagan Hoskin with the Darlene Schroeder Memorial award at the 4-H Award program.

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Bruce L. Kendall, 83, of the Illinois Veteran’s Home in Quincy, and formerly of Pleasant Hill, died Friday Nov. 8at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. Bruce was born Feb. 6, 1930 in Pleasant Hill, a son of Abner James “A.J.” and Ora Vera Shive Kendall. He married Norma Kinder of Kampsville and they were later divorced. Bruce was a 1948 graduate of Pleasant Hill High School and attended Western Illinois University in Macomb. Bruce and his parents owned and operated Kendall’s Grocery Store in Pleasant Hill for many years. More recently, Bruce was employed by the U.S. Postal Service as a rural mail carrier. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, serving in the early 1950’s and was a member of the Pleasant Hill American Legion Post 1048, where he served as Adjutant. Bruce was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Louisiana, Mo. Survivors include two sons, Steven Jakulski of Mineral, Va, and Ricky Jakulski of Georgia, four grandchildren, Viki (David) Cadwallader of Louisiana, Mo., Justin Jakulski of Virginia and Jessica and Christen Jakulski of Georgia and four great-grandchildren, Brendan, Schyler, Brooklyn and Julianna. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Christopher Jakulski. Funeral services were held Tuesday Nov.12 at 3 p.m. at the Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill conducted by Fr. Lou Dorn. Burial, with military honors, followed at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill. Visitation was held from 1 p.m. until the time of services Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangements.

Patricia Kidd

Patricia Ann Kidd, 38, of Rockport, died at her home Nov. 5, 2013. She had spent the week prior to coming home in Memorial Hospital at Springfield. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, at the Collier Funeral Home in Louisiana, Mo. Visitation will be held from 10 a. m. until time of service at 11 a. m. Thursday, Nov. 14 at the funeral home. Patricia is survived by her childhood sweetheart and husband, Billy Kidd, their three children, Lisa Clowers, Tisha Kidd and Jeffery Kidd, all of the home, and a sister, Pamela Lewis of Louisiana, Mo. Patricia graduated from nursing school in Eolia, Mo. June 29, 2006 and began her career in nursing at Willowcare Nursing Home in Hannibal.

Lois Keeslar

Lois Jean (Moyer) Keeslar, 76, of St. Louis, Mo., formerly of Barry, died of cancer Oct. 28, 2013 at St. Mary’s Hospital in St. Louis. She was born in Barry, May 24, 1937, to Terrill L. and Daisy B. Sparrow Moyer. Lois married Henry Keeslar, Nov. 2, 1969 in St. Louis. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and two brothers, Charles A. and Richard (in infancy). She is survived by two siblings, Joanne Sigler and Max Moyer (wife Midge), all of Quincy, a sister-in-law, Mary Moyer, of Des Moines, Iowa, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Lois was buried beside her husband in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Mo. At her request, no services were held.

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Pittsfield, Illinois

Illinois sees improvement in preterm birth rate

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Music students from Pleasant Hill who participated in the Pike County Conference concert at Liberty recently were, first row, left to right, Shelby Buttricks, Kya Evett, Sadie Leavell, Taylor Knight. Second row, Angel Rose, Ashley Holcomb, Jade Evett, Tiffany Hughes. Third row, Makayla Morton, Ashley Wright, Autumn Rodhouse, Carley White, Griffin Hall. Fourth row, Carrie Moore,Tristian Smith, Crystal Ricks, Michaela Holeman, Kelsey McKinnon, Noah Lippincott, Fifth row, Rebekah Mowen, Blake DeCamp, Justine Leavell, Dakota White.

Illinois lowered its preterm birth rate, giving more babies a healthy start in life and contributing to the national six-year improving trend. However, although Illinois lowered its preterm birth rate, it was not enough to change its rating on a March of Dimes annual report card. It again earned a “C” grade.. The 2012 preterm birth rate was 12 percent, down from 12.1 percent in 2011. “Partnerships with our state health officials and local hospitals have helped us make newborn health a priority and lowered our preterm birth rate, making a difference in babies’ lives,” said Dr. William Grobman, Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist at Northwestern University and chair of the March of Dimes Program Services committee. “We will continue to work to give all babies a healthy start in life because too many still are born too soon, before their lungs, brains or other organs are fully developed.” In Illinois, the March of Dimes is supporting hospital efforts to end early elective deliveries and group prenatal education programs that will help women have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies. Illinois is part of a national trend toward improved preterm birth rates. On the 2013 Report Card, 31 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia, including Illinois saw improvement in their preterm birth rates between 2011 and 2012. Nationwide, the largest declines in premature birth occurred among babies born at 34 to 36 weeks of pregnancy, but the improvement was across the board. Every racial and ethnic group benefitted, and the preterm birth rates for babies born at all stages of pregnancy improved. Almost every state saw its preterm birth rate decline since 2006, the national peak. In Illinois, the rate of late preterm births is 8.3 percent; the rate of women smoking is 18.2 percent, and the rate of uninsured

women is 18.3 percent. The March of Dimes attributed the improved rates to an expansion of successful programs and interventions, including actions by state health officials here and in all other states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, who formally set goals to lower their preterm birth rates 8 percent by 2014 from their 2009 rate. Premature birth, birth before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy, is a serious health problem that costs the United States more than $26 billion annually, according to the Institute of Medicine. It is the leading cause of newborn death, and babies who survive an early birth often face the risk of lifetime health challenges, such as breathing problems, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities and others. Even babies born just a few weeks early have higher rates of hospitalization and illness than full-term infants. At least 39 weeks of pregnancy are important to a baby’s health because many important organs, including the brain and lungs, are not completely developed until then. In 2013, the March of Dimes celebrates its 75th Anniversary and its ongoing work to help babies get a healthy start in life. Early research led to the Salk and Sabin polio vaccines that all babies still receive. Other breakthroughs include new treatments for premature infants and children with birth defects. About 4 million babies are born each year in the United States, and all have benefitted the March of Dimes life saving research and education. The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. With chapters nationwide, the March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.com or nacersano. org. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

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Two Pike students chose Culver By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Two Pike County students have chosen to attend Culver-Stockton upon graduation from their respective high school. Breann Ruble, Nebo, and a senior at Pittsfield High School. has been

accepted and awarded the Wildcat Scholarship. Ruble's anticipated major is biology education. Madison Martin, a senior at Pleasant Hill High School has also been accepted and awarded the President's Scholarship. Martin's anticipated major is business. Culver-Stockton College, located in

Canton, Mo., is a four-year residential institution in affiliation with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). C-SC specializes in experiential education and is one of only two colleges in the nation to offer the 12/3 semester calendar, where the typical 15 week semester is divided into two terms, a 12-week term and a 3-week term

Nancy Ross starts annual fundraiser Nancy Ross starts annual fundraiser The Nancy Ross Chapter has received their Georgia Pecans to sell for their annual fund-raiser. Bags of pecan pieces, halfs and cinnamon pecans are available and chocolate halves and pecan clusters

have just arrived. The DAR ladies are encouraging everyone to order soon because they sell out fast. The funds raised will be used to promote the club’s 2013-2015 theme, “Ties that Bind our Past to the Future.” The Nancy Ross Chapter honors

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Some of Illini’s nursing staff who received Studer Group’s Excellence in Patient Care award are front row, left to right: Darla King, Brittni Eddington, Joani Walston, Leslie Orr, and JoAnna Stay. Back row, left to right: Holly Jones and Emily Feenstra.

Illini Community Hospital wins Studer Group’s 'Excellence in Patient Care' award Illini Community Hospital was chosen to receive an Excellence in Patient Care award given by outcomes firm Studer Group®. The hospital received the award, which was presented at the 11th annual What’s Right in Health Care® conference, for their exemplary “Nurses always communicated well” results on the HCAHPS patient survey. Studer Group® gives its Excellence in Patient Care awards to select partners based on various categories. Illini Community Hospital was selected for their HCAHPS composite results for 3Q11-2Q12 for the “nurse communication” composite. Illini

Community Hospital’s outstanding results ranked them among the highest from a database of over 850 organizations coached by Studer Group. The What’s Right in Health Care® conference took place Oct. 21-23 in Atlanta, Ga. What’s Right in Health Care® offers the latest insights and best practices from industry experts, speakers, authors and top-performing organizations across the nation. Attendees learn how to address the hard-hitting topics and concerns faced by healthcare organizations today, including how to create a viable future in these challenging times. For more

information about the conference, visit www.whatsrightinhealthcare.com. “We are pleased to have received this award from the Studer Group,” says Holly Jones, Administrative Director of Nursing at Illini. “This award recognizes Illini’s commitment to improving the patient experience as we work to raise the expectations of ourselves. Our goal is to provide very good care to our community. To be recognized as Best in Class for Nursing Communication, demonstrates the excellent job our nursing staff does every day to ensure that our patients understand the care they receive during their hospital stay.”

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Wednesday, November 13, 2013

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Births

BEQUETTE A son, Jaxon Jay Bequette was born Sept. 10, 2012 to Jessica McChristian and Darryl Bequette Jr. The baby weighed 9 lbs. and 4 oz and was 20 1/2 inches long. Grandparents are Kristine Freeman of Pleasant Hill, Steve McChristian of Louisiana, Mo., Laura and Darryl Bequette Sr of Nebo. Great grandparents are, Geraldine Freeman and the late JC Freeman of Pleasant Hill, Charles and Violet McChristian of Louisiana, Mo., Barbara Coonce of Troy, Ill. and Teri and Dave Bick of St. Ann, Mo. and the late Felix and Joan Neese of Nebo. A son was born to Oct.18. Josh Hausman and Tara Rueb of Barry, A daughter was born Nov.2.to Kourtney K Tobias and Scott E Austin of Rockport, Submitted photo

Griggsville Class of ‘61 celebrates 70th birthdays

The Griggsville Class of 1961 celebrated their 70th birthdays this year. The festivities began Friday, Oct. 18 with a cookout at the home of Judy Bauer with 20 in attendance. The group enjoyed taking in the Pike County Color Drive Saturday, Oct. 19 and afterwards had dinner at the Red Apple Room. More fun and conversation was had at Bauer’s at the end of the evening. Breakfast was enjoyed at the Cardinal Inn Sunday, Oct. 20. Members of the class in attendance were Front: Judy Butler Bauer of Pittsfield, left, Patricia Sleight White of Chambersburg, Martha Murphy Koch of Phoenix, AZ., Shirley Goodin Tovar of Mobile, AL., Back: Lynn Freeman of Griggsville, Bruce Baker of Jacksonville, Lindalyn Willard Nelson of La Junta, CO., Bill Craven of Griggsville, Ruby Wainman Rodriguez of Troy, MO., J.B. Carnes of Griggsville and Keith Elledge of Pittsfield. Attending but not pictured was Rodney Dehart of Griggsville.

A daughter was born Nov. 5. to Brach Main and Angela Reveal of Griggsville, A son was born Nov. 8 to Brandy McCallister of Griggsville.

Five generations Edna Ruble, sitting left, celebrated her 97th birthday Oct. 20 with her family. She enjoyed celebrating with her great-greatgrandson, Trevor Syrcle, who turned 10 months Oct. 19. She

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also celebrated with her daughter Louise Cloninger, standing left, her granddaughter Theresa Waggoner, standing right, and her great-granddaughter Jessica Jones, sitting right.

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Nadine Ransom turns 95 Nadine Ransom will celebrate her 95th birthday Nov. 15. Daughters Roberta and Carolyn invite family, church family and friends to participate in a card shower. Born outside Martinsburg, the oldest child of Guy and Fay Gray, Ransom has lived in the Pittsfield area since 1938. She is the proud grandmother of Lance Reed of Lexington, MA. and Renee Brewer of Bloomington. She looks forward to visits from her great-grandchildren Abby and Brendan Reed.

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THANK YOU Bowler’s Universe and Pike County Special Olympics would like to thank the following sponsors for their support for the Halloween Bash Bowling Party for special needs community members. Platinum Level Supporters: Bowler’s Universe, Scranton Trucking, Pittsfield Fire District, Craig’s Collision Center, Pittsfield Women’s Bowling Association, Greater Pittsfield Men’s Bowling Organization, Mr. and Mrs. Searman, Ron and Judy Hull, Gary McKinnon logging. Gold Level Supporters: Farmer’s National Bank, Idelle Rebekah Lodge #17, Bader Agriculture Service, Mitch Hull, Central State Bank, Bank of Kampsville, Crop Production Services, Neal Tire, Bill’s Cafe in Nebo. Silver Level Supporters: Lewis Bakeries, Hannel’s Service Tire, Kayla Kilday, Regina Root-Scentsy, Lowry Music, Carpenter Brothers Acres. Bronze Level Supporters: Welch Day Care, Matt and Debbie Kirgin, Scott Werries, Randy Johnson, Greg Leihr, Kayla Tepen. Donations: Larry Vose, Bob Spoon. THANK YOU I want to thank Father Mark, my family for all the masses, prayers, food, flowers, cards and visits I received during my recent illness. Could not have made it this far without them. Again, I very sincerely thank you all, and you will always be in my prayers. Mike Irving.

Rayna Lotus Ator turns five Rayna Lotus Ator turned five Nov. 3. She had a party at McDonalds with friends and family. She has a brother, Dyami Ator. Her mother is Heather Ator and her father is Matthew Allen. Her grandparents are Julie and Mike Crawford and James Ator. Her greatgreat-aunt is Rosalie Robinson.

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The Riley Cousins held a family reunion Friday, Oct. 18 in the Red Apple Room at the Old Orchard Country Club in Pittsfield. Those in attendance were Front: Marilyn Ransom Smith of Pittsfield, left, Velma Riley Howell of Knoxville, TN., Evelyn Benson Ransom of Pittsfield, Carl Riley of Pittsfield, Shad Whittaker of Perry, Wayne Chenoweth of Perry, Back: Linda Patton Birch of Griggsville, left, Angela Howell Chramer of Pelham, AL., J.W. Ranft of Pittsfield, Sherry Ransom Ranft of Pittsfield, Wayne Riley of Griggsville, Brenda Ransom Lagemann of Pittsfield, Marilyn Riley of Pittsfield, Don Fosco of Pittsfield, Maxine Sheldon Whittaker of Perry, Barbara Despain Chenoweth of Perry and Norma Allen Peebles of Dupo.

Rutherford announces county coordinator Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford, Republican candidate for governor, is proud to have Honorable John R. Birch as his campaign coordinator for Pike County. “I’m honored to have John as a part of my campaign team,” said Rutherford. “Together we will work toward the goal of bringing Illinois residents what they deserve – a financially stable state government, a better business climate, a stronger educational system, affordable services for our less fortunate and elderly and safer neighborhoods. I want to make this state a place that our families will want to call home for future generations.”

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Birch resides in Griggsville. He currently serves as the Pike County Precinct Committeemen. Rutherford has a strong team of volunteer chairmen and coordinators throughout the state that are part of his gubernatorial campaign. Rutherford recently announced business lawyer Steve Kim as his lieutenant governor running mate. The primary election is Tuesday, March 18, 2014.

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Pittsfield opens collection site for global Christmas project With holiday supplies already covering the store shelves, local individuals, families, churches and groups are working to make Christmas a reality for needy kids around the world by filling shoeboxes with toys, school supplies, hygiene items and notes of encouragement. Operation Christmas Child, the world’s largest Christmas project of its kind, is ramping up as Pike County residents prepare to collect 2,000 gift-filled shoeboxes during National Collection Week (Nov. 18–25). Anyone can drop off a gift-filled shoebox to send to a child overseas. Then using whatever means necessary—trucks, trains, boats, bikes and even elephants—the shoebox gifts will be delivered to children worldwide. For many children,

the shoebox gift will be the first gift they have ever received. Items can be dropped of at the Pittsfield Nazarene Family Center, 227 W. Washington St., Pittsfield, MondayFriday, 4-7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.noon; Sunday, 1-2:30 p.m. and Monday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Though the shoebox gifts will often travel thousands of miles, Operation Christmas Child offers a way for participants to follow their box, by using the donation form found at samaritanspurse.org. Donors will receive an email telling the country where their shoeboxes are delivered. Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 100 million shoebox gifts to suffering children in more than 100 countries since 1993. Celebrating its 20th

anniversary, Operation Christmas Child hopes to collect another 9.8 million gift-filled shoeboxes in 2013. Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief and evangelism organization headed by Franklin Graham. For more information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, contact Bob or Karla DeVries at 217-491-6611 or visit samaritanspurse.org. National Collection Week for gift-filled shoeboxes is Nov. 18-25; however, shoebox gifts are collected all year at the Samaritan’s Purse headquarters in Boone, N.C. Participants can also build a box through an online tool offering a personalized and convenient way to send a gift to a child in one of the hardest-to-reach countries.

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In-motion finishes 10-day exercise challenge

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press In Motion recently held their 10 day fall challenge. The program consists of working out for 10 straight days, weekday evenings and Saturday and Sunday mornings for 30 minutes each. The concept includes fun and team effort. Participants choose from several food plans that fits their life style and after the 10-days, winners are announced.

This month the winners were: Sarah Lipcamon, who won first place and received three months open gym and two free classes for the month. Marni Bradshaw took second and won two free months open gym and one free class. Paula Myers was third and won one free month open gym. Everyone in the group did great, according Jane Riley, owner of In Motion. “Many pounds and inches were lost,” she said. The next 10-day challenge will begin Dec. 2 for the organizational

meeting and workouts will start Dec.3 for 10 sraight days. Call 217-285-5555 for more information or to register. Riley says the program is a great way to get fit for the holidays.

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GRIGGSVILLE n Griggsville Historical and Genealogical Society will meet Thursday, Nov. 14, at the Skinner House at 2 p.m. The Thanksgiving theme is “American Generosity Making History.” Exciting stories of the impact of the shoebox project of Samaritan’s Purse will be shared by members of the DeVries family. There will be special music commemorating the season. Refreshments will be served. The public is invited. n The Griggsville United Methodist Women’s annual bazaar will be held Friday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Building. There will be a large variety of baked goods and candies for sale including Swedish Tea Rings. Lunch choices are homemade soups along with sandwiches and various desserts. Carryout will be available. Come pick up some baked goods for your Thanksgiving or Christmas holidays. Enjoy lunch and beautiful music including piano and hammered dulcimer from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. NEBO n Spring Creek Fire Department Annual Coon Hunt will be held Nov. 29. More details will come. NEW CANTON n Community of Christ church of New Canton will have its annual community Thanksgiving service Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. The speaker will be Evelyn Richardson of Nauvoo. Refreshments will be served after the service. Come out and worship God at the Thanksgiving service. n The annual Thanksgiving Dinner for senior citizens will be held Nov. 19 at noon at the Community of Christ Church. Dinner is by donation and carryouts will be available. A homemade turkey dinner with all the trimmings including homemade candy, rolls and pies will be served. PEARL n A film presentation, “My Hope,” by the Billy Graham Association will be shown at the Pearl Community Center by the First Baptist Church of Pleasant Hill Friday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. Desserts and drinks will be served. For more information, contact Rich Justice at 630-309-0252. PITTSFIELD n There will be a blood drive at Illini Community Hospital Bloodmobile, 640 West Washington, Pittsfield Thursday, Nov. 14 from

2-5:30 p.m. Sign up by calling the Community Blood Center at 217241-7550 or online at www.bloodcenterimpact.org. n A presentation will be given by the Pike County Historical Society at the Cardinal Inn in Pittsfield Nov. 15. Gloria Grigsby-Carrell will present a program on the American Civil War. Dinner will be from 5:30-6:30, and the program will begin at 6:45. n Pittsfield Garden Club Christmas Party will be Nov. 15, 2013 at the Red Apple Room at 11:30 a.m. Donna Pursley, Barbara Cunningham and Genny Hayden will be hostesses. There will be a small gift exchange. n Richard Helton will play country/western music at the Pike County Senior Center in Pittsfield Saturday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. Food will be served before the concert. n Illini Fitness will host a Maintain Train Challenge Nov. 18 - Jan. 6. Illini challenges you to maintain your weight through the holidays. Stop in at Illini Fitness, 128 W. Washington in Pittsfield between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. Nov. 18 for the initial weight-in. Pay $10. If you maintain or lose weight within the next seven weeks, you get your $10 back. If you gain weight, you will lose your $10 and it will be distributed among those successful. Final weigh-in is Jan. 6. For more information, call Illini Fitness at 217-285-5635. n The Home & Community Education (HCE) Garden Unit will meet Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. in the Farm Bureau Hall in Pittsfield. The lesson will be on Thanksgiving/Christmas cactus plus making pinecone turkeys for a holiday table decoration. Everyone welcome. Please bring your own drink. n This is the last month to purchase tickets for the All-Sport raffle. Drawing for all prizes, including a $10,000 first prize, will be held Nov. 30 at the Pittsfield High School Boys Basketball Turkey Tournament. Tickets may be purchased until Nov. 30 from any Pikeland athlete or at the high school office. Support Pikeland athletics and give yourself a chance to win $10,000. For questions, contact Don Bigley at Pittsfield High School. PLEASANT HILL n The Pleasant Hill FFA annual game night will be held Saturday,

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Nov. 16 at the Pleasant Hill Elementary School All Purpose Room. Doors open at 6 p.m. and games begin at 7 p.m. There will be raffles. You may pre-register by contacting Beth Arnold at 217-3712974 or Roberta Dolbeare at 217734-9365. Registration may also be done at the door. Pre-registration qualifies you for a drawing. Twenty games will be played. The FFA Chapter will have concessions. All proceeds will go to FFA scholarships and other programs. n A Holiday Bake Sale will be held Friday, Nov. 22 from 12-5 p.m. at Central State Bank and Bank of Kampsville in Pleasant Hill. This event is sponsored by the Baptist, Christian and Methodist churches of Pleasant Hill. All donations will go to the Pleasant Hill Ministerial Alliance local assistance fund. ON GOING n Stamp Club Night every second Monday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Pike County Health Department in Pittsfield with Amanda Woodward. n ‘Fill Your Box’ Card-making Class meets on the 1st Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at 416 E. Chestnut St. in Griggsville with n The Pittsfield Woman’s Club will meet every 4th Tuesday of the month at noon for lunch and a program at the Community Center. For more information or to become a member, call Sandy Henry, 285-6480. All Pike County women are welcome. n Exercises classes will be held at the Senior Center in Pittsfield Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:15-6:15. They are for both men and women. These classes are easy enough that most can do them. If you have any questions, feel free to stop by the Senior Center or call 217-285-4524. n The Pittsfield High School Athletic Dept. is looking for a way to get alumni of PHS addresses. If you are yourself, or if you know the person who is in charge of planning your class reunions, please contact Athletic Director Don Bigley at 217-285-6888 or email dbigley@pikeland.org. n GED classes are held at Michael’s D.O.G. House 1635 Main St. in Nebo every Tuesday night from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. This is the last year for this version of the GED. Next year, it will be revised. the test will be more difficult and the cost will go up to $120 to take. It is only $50 to take this year. Anyone wanting to

complete their GED testing this year can contact Carolyn Johns at 7342764 or come to the D.O.G. House any Tuesday night to get started. n The Pike County Loss Support Group will be discontinuing their meetings until this fall. For more information, contact Larry at 217653-3700 or Vicki at 217-285-6520. n Puzzlebox: Autism Awareness/ Support Group meets the third Monday of every month from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 or 8 p.m. at the First Christian Church in Pittsfield. The group is designed to raise awareness of autism spectrum disorders within the community and provide support for those affected by autism. Anyone affected is welcome to attend. Upcoming meeting dates are: June 17 and July 15. For more information, please contact Taylor Sweeting at (217)370-8142 or email taylor.sweeting@yahoo.com. n The Crossroads Center is open for walking Monday through Friday, 8-10 a.m. and 12-1 p.m. Special events may alter the schedule and will be posted. This service will start Nov. 4. n The County Market Coupon Club meets Wednesday afternoons from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. weekly in the County Market Café. There is no charge to join and the coupons are traded each week and several rebate forms are available each week. For more information, contact County Market 285-4453. n Belleview Community Church “Teen Drop-In” every third Sunday night of the month for ages 12-18 at 5:30 p.m. n 12 Step Al-Anon Family Support Group for alcohol and narcotic addiction every Monday 8 p.m. at First Christian Church 225 N. Memorial, Pittsfield. (Breezway entrance). For more information, call Betty at (217) 285-6191. n Addicts Victorious support group meeting Tuesday nights 6-7 p.m. Church of the Nazarene Family Center. n Scrapbooking every third Wednesday per month 6-8 p.m at the Hull Community Center by Marie Woods. n Blood Pressure Checks Liberty Village of Pittsfield will provide free checks the last Monday of every month at the Hull Community Center from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free soup and sandwich will be provided by Liberty

Village and transportation will be provided by the Western Public Transit for anyone to and from the center! n The Pike County Health Department is now offering IDPH approved on-line food service sanitation classes. Both the initial 15 hour “certification class” and the five hour “refresher” class are offered. Participants must have internet access and an e-mail address to sign up. The cost for the 15-hour certification class is $75 and $35 for the 5-hour refresher class. A registration form can be downloaded from the Pike County Health Department website at www.pikecoilhealth.org, Call Jane Johnson at (217) 2854407, ext 118 for more information. n Pittsfield Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star meets every fourth Monday at the Masonic Lodge at 7:30 p.m. n T.O.P.S. Meeting at the Milton Christian Church Annex every Tuesday, weigh-in 6-6:30, meeting 6:30 p.m. The group is open to the public. For information, call Shanna Edison 217-723-4092 n Pittsfield Lions Club meets the first and third Thursday of every month at the Courtyard Cafe. For more information, please contact Mike Graham at 217-473-3791. n Breastfeeding Support Group, Pike County Health Department, monthly. First Tuesday, 10 a.m, third Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., 285-4407. n Pike County Health Department: Home Health visits by nurses, therapists, aides, and homemakers daily. TB skin testing 8:30 a.m.-11:45 a.m. & 1-4:45 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. Immunization clinics 1:306 p.m. on first and third Mondays. Family planning counseling Mon.Thurs., except Tues. a.m. and Wed. p.m. when clinics are held. Blood pressure screenings Tues. 2-4 p.m. The health department is closed on Fridays, although essential services are available. For more information, call 217-285-4407. New WIC walk-in clinics: Monday through Thursday,-to 10:45 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. Children’s group nutrition education available second and fourth Thursdays at 1 p.m. No appointments necessary. For more information call 217-285-4407, x137. n Job Club will be open to the public every Tuesday from 2-3 p.m. No appointment necessary.Two Rivers Regional Council Office at 120 South Madison, Pittsfield.

n The Pittsfield Meal Site located in the First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 225 N. Memorial offers daily meals at noon, MondayFriday. Please call Connie at 2856150 the day before or by 8:45 a.m. the day of the lunch, or any time before the day you would like to eat with us. Donation only for seniors over 60. Those under 60 are required to pay the full cost of $6. Transportation available. The senior center is also collecting used cell phones for seniors. Your old cell phone may provide the critical link between law enforcement and someone in trouble. n Senior bible study will be held every Wednesday morning at McDonald’s in Pittsfield. It will be led by David and Charlotte Hamilton. Coffee and visiting will be from 9 9:25 a.m. Bible exposition will be from 9:25-10 a.m. This is a ministry of the Calvary Baptist Church. OUT OF THE COUNTY n Triumphant will perform Friday, Nov. 15 at Madison Park Christian Church, 4700 Broadway in Quincy at 7 p.m. Doors will open at 6 p.m. There will be a free will offering. For more information, call 217-885-3901 or email brcrutter@ att.net for more information. n St. Brigid Church in Liberty will host their annual turkey dinner Nov. 17 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The hall is handicapped accessible and has seated waiting. A bake sale and raffle will also be held. The church is located along Hwy 104 13 miles from the east edge of Quincy. n Blessed Sacrament in Quincy will present Frank Runyeon who will give a one-man preformance of “Sermon on the Mount.” This theatrical event will take place Sunday, Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. at the church. The event is open to the public. n Crafters and vendors are wanted for the annual Versailles Craft Show Saturday, Nov. 23 at the Community building in Versailled. Idelle Rebekah Lodge is once again sponsoring the show from 9 a.m.3 p.m. This will be in connection with the chicken noodle dinner to be served at noon, which is an annual fundraiser for the Versailled Fall Festival committee. Reserve booth spaces by contacting the Rebekah Lodge, % Mildean DeWitt, P.O. Box 166, Versailles, IL 62378, calling 217-225-3590 or 217-225-3434, or e-mailing rlogsdon@casscomm. com.

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Alyvia Brown dances at the 50s Day sock hop at South School.

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Molly Daniels, left, and Bella Bernard enjoy root beer floats at the 50s Day party.

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Zane Schlieper, left, dances with Jennifer Wessel, teacher, at the sock hop held Friday, Nov. 1 at South School in Pittsfield. The kindergarteners were celebrating their 50th day of school with a fifties themed party.

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Megan Bowen, teacher, left, dances with Dalton Norris on 50s Day at South School. The students dressed in fifties-style fashions for the 50th day of school.

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Maxwell Bonnett celebrates the fiftieth day of school with a root beer float.

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Dixie Fernandez drops to the floor after too much dancing at the sock hop.

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RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES: NEW LISTING-PITTSFIELD-414 WEST FAYETTE-Charming well maintained family home with wonderful character and charm. This home offers; two/three bedrooms one-one-half bath, living room, kitchen; CA, newer roof, carport, much more. This home is just perfect for the family starting out or wanting to down size. Call ELAINE NEW LISTING-PITTSFIELD-HIGHWAY 54-1.85 Acres/ml of commercial acreage located in the Industrial Park. Great location, great business investment and opportunity!! Priced to sell, motivated seller. Call DAVID NEW LISTING-NEBO-14026 395th Ave. Super nice story and half family home situated on 4+ acres m/l! Home features, four bedrooms, four ½baths; roomy family room, dining room and a great kitchen, concrete and tumbled marble counter tops, whole house was totally remodeled in 2005, GEO, slate tile, all kitchen appliance convey. Very well maintained home. Call DAVID MILTON-Lot measuring 180x170 with four buildings, located in the center of Milton. Great investment and business opportunity. Call DAVID MILTON-455 PITTSFIELD ST.-Very Nice three bedroom, two bath family home with many updates; full basement, CA; newer roof, Devries cabinets, updated electrical; attached garage; all situated on big lot. Call DAVID PITTSFIELD-REDUCED!-501 S. MADISON-Two year old ranch home, centrally located; three bedrooms, three baths, family room; full finished basement has foam/fiberglass insulated walls; GEO/heat/CA with humidity control; super insulated; custom oak cabinets and trim, three car attached garage, nice lot, covered front porch; steeple chase trees planted this spring., Call DAVID PITTSFIELD-REDUCED-328 CROSSMAN LANE-Very efficient, two bedroom home with one car attached garage; great starter home or wanting to down size; new windows; refinished floors; new inside paint; new kitchen cabinets/fixtures; newly remodeled bathroom; on corner lot. Very efficient; priced right!! Great investment!! Call DAVID PITTSFIELD-410 SYCAMORE-Ranch style brick family home; 4 Bedroom, 2 bath, full finished basement, family room, two car attached garage, new fireplace, hi efficiency heat pump; newer roof, CA, flooring and much more. Call DAVID PITTSFIELD-REDUCED BY $40,000-916 EAST WASHINGTON-Two story family home on Historical East Washington St. ,4 bedrooms, 3 baths, three car attached garage, fenced in ground pool, total 3095 sq. ft, situated on .74 acres m/l. Great investment!! Call DAVID. PITTSFIELD-818 EAST WASHINGTON ST.-REDUCED BY $10,000- Two story family home situated on Historical East Washington St. This home features; three/four bedrooms, 2 full and one half bath; kitchen has wonderful cabinets. All situated on .63 acre m/l. Great location, Call KIRBY MILTON-588 ELM ST.-REDUCED BY $10,000- Two story family home!! This home features, three bedrooms, 1 Bath, one car attached garage. Just added new roof and shutters! MOTIVATED SELLER!! MAKE AN OFFER!! GREAT INVESTMENT! GREAT PRICE!! Call DAVID PITTSFIELD-419 S. MEMORIAL-REDUCED BY $20,000-Very nice and elegant two story family home centrally located; this home features added charm with refinished interior for that era; four bedrooms, two baths, CA, electric, two car attached garage, extra big lot. A MUST SEE!! Call DAVID. PENDING/SOLD PENDING-ROCKPORT-18011 US HWY 54 SOLD-PITTSFIELD-#7 AIRPORT ROAD SOLD-PITTSFIELD-245 SOUTH JACKSON SOLD-PITTSFIELD-681 S. WALNUT SOLD-PITTSFIELD-520 EAST WASHINGTON-In Cooperation with Pike County RE SOLD-BARRY-722 HULL SOLD-PITTSFIELD-37382 265 AVE. SOLD-PITTSFIELD-TWO RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOTS ON KELLOGG ST. SOLD-PITTSFIELD-COMMERCIAL-101 INDUSTRIAL PARK DRIVE SOLD-PITTSFIELD-24610 393RD RD. HOUSE WITH ACREAGE, In Cooperation with Pike County RE SOLD-PITTSFIELD-TWO STORY HOME WITH ACREAGE In Cooperation with Wade Real Estate Richard Smith John Borrowman Chris Nichols Tere Boes

Your LocaL TrusTed resource for BuYing and seLLing Land. WE HAVE SOLD MOST OF OUR LISTINGS! WE HAVE MANY BUYERS LOOKING FOR LAND IN THIS AREA & WE ARE IN NEED OF LISTINGS! CALL TODAY & RECEIVE THE PERSONAL ATTENTION YOU DESERVE! PIKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS New Listing: 62 Acres Located in Western Pike County, 2 acre stocked pond, great area! $4,400/acre Call Scott 80 Acres Excellent Tillable and Timber Call David 35 Acres Excellent Hunting Property With CRP Income $3,750/acre Call Scott 160 Acres Great Tillable Property With Home & Metal Shed Call Scott 5 Acres All Timber, Located In Western Pike County, Prime Hunting Call David G Brushy Timber, Great Hunting Farm $3,500/acre Call David 76 Acres Pittsfield Township, NDINThick PE 40 Acres With Home Excellent hunting INGproperty with nice home Call David ND E P 43 Acres Excellent hunting and building site $3,650/acre Call David 68 Acres Almost LD Tillable Land Located West Of Pittsfield $8,500/acre Call Scott SO100% 15 Acres, Mostly timber, D Creek Located In Southern Pike Co. $3,590/acre Call Scott SOLNice 44 Acres All timber farm at the of a dead end road! $3,290/acre Call Scott LD SOend 32.5 Acres Prime D acres broker interest SOLtillable 38 Acres Awesome hunting D in Southern Pike County Call Scott SOLfarm 40.17 Acres Awesome hunting LD located in Southern Pike County! $3,650/acre Call Oproperty S Scott 140 Acres with home Located Pike County 5.2 Acre Lake, Great Hunting Call Scott SOLDin Southern 43 Acres M/L with remodeled 2 story home LD& outbuildings can be split. Call David SO 122 Acres Hunting D With Tillable Income Call Scott SOLProperty 40 Acres Prime Tillable LD $5,200/acre Call Scott OProperty! S 37.94 Acres Big Bluff Timber Western Pike County! $3,500/acre Call Chris SOInLD 40 Acres 31SAcres Prime Tillable! $4,900/acre Call Scott OLD 93 Acres Located InS Western OLDPike County, Good timber/tillable mix Call Scott 44 Acres Almost LD Tillable OPure S 294 Acres Great tillable Call David D SOLproperty. 68 Acres Prime Tillable Property D Southeast of Pittsfield SOLLocated 40 acres great OLDproperty. Call Scott Stillable 384 Acres Great hunting D farm. SO&Ltillable ADAMS COUNTY, ILLINOIS New Listing: 58 Acres Great investment property! Over $10,000 in income! $3,890/acre Call Scott G Call Scott In cooperation with Whitetail Properties 13 Acres Prime Property NDIN PETillable 40 Acres Located 15 minutes from Quincy on a dead end road, Proven farm, $3,650/acre Call Chris 171 Acres Great tillable LDwith excellent income potential! In cooperation with Pike County SOfarm Real Estate 7.5 Acres m/l Beautiful building site located close to Siloam Springs State Park. $3,400/acre SOLD Call Scott 138 acres nice mix ofS timber and tillable. Call Scott OLD CALHOUN COUNTY, ILLINOIS 550 Acres Unbelievable recreational property! Call Scott 68 Acres Big Timber LocatedPClose To The Mississippi River, Great Food Plot Areas! Call Scott ING END In cooperation with Whitetail Properties 45.61 acres - Located in Northern O LD County, Solid timber, great hunting farm. $3950/acre. S Calhoun Call Scott 245.5 Acres With Home Perfect mix D and fields, located in great area $3,395/acre Call SOofLtimber Chris 80 Acres Located at the end of a dead endLroad, SO D Big timber farm In cooperation with Landguys LLC 83 Acres With Home 21 Acres Tillable/CRP, OLD Timber Perfect hunting property! $3,750/ SBalance acre Call Scott

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75 Acres Great OLDproperty located in Northern Calhoun County $3,750/acre Call Scott Shunting 110 Acres With Home Turnkey D property Call Scott SOLhunting New Listing: 71 Acres Prime bottom land tillable $10,800/acre Call David LD SO BROWN COUNTY, ILLINOIS: 138.5 Acres 47 Acres Tillable, Balance in LD Call Scott In cooperation with Agrivest Inc. Otimber,

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, ILLINOIS: 41 Acres Awesome hunting 40 acres! Simpson Realty

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SCHUYLER COUNTY, ILLINOIS: 71 Acres 20 Acres Tillable, balance in timber, Great hunting farm! $3,490/acre Call Scott LD

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AUDRAIN COUNTY, MISSOURI: 27 Acres, 100% Tillable, Offering 5%S Return OLDOn Investment, Call Chris CHARITON COUNTY, MISSOURI: New Listing: 81 Acres Income producing tillable land Call Chris New Listing: 140 Acres Over 80% tillable land Call Chris MONROE COUNTY, MISSOURI: New Listing: 39 Acres 26 Acres Tillable 13 Acres Timber, Great Income Call Chris 50 Acres m/l Great hunting property OLDwith small hunters cabin! Call Chris

PIKE COUNTY, MISSOURI: New Listing: 26.16 With Home Call Chris 40 Acres Hard LDsmall property Call Chris StoOfind 144 Acres ExcellentL Hunting! Call Chris D O S 23 Acres Excellent small property Call Chris D

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LINN COUNTY, MISSOURI: 40 Acres Great Investment property LDwith excellent hunting Call Keith *broker interest

RALLS COUNTY, MISSOURI: New Listing: 125 Acres Great hunting farm priced right! Call Chris 22 Acres With Home. LD Great getaway farm located outside of Saverton Call Chris SO 56 Acres Great small LD farm Call Chris SOhunting SULLIVAN COUNTY, MISSOURI: 166 Acres Nice all around O property LD *In cooperation with Whitetail Properties

SCOTLAND COUNTY, MISSOURI: New Listing: 50.77 Acres Offering great income!

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LEWIS COUNTY, MISSOURI: New Listing: 68.30 Acres Great combination farm Call Chris New Listing: 164 Acres 127 Acres tillable, 37 acres brush Call Chris 140 Acres Northeast Missouri SOLDhunting hotspot! In cooperation with Absolute Auction & Real Estate

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116 W. Washington • Pittsfield, Il 62363 • (217) 285-5800 www.pikecorealestate.com HOMES NEW LISTING-Pittsfield-723 Prospect-3BR home with screened-in porch and many updates on nice corner lot. Move-in ready! $100’s. NEW LISTING-Mt Sterling- R. R. #4, Box 167-CORNBELT WHITETAILS LODGE-3 state of the art hunting lodges, sleeps 40 people, sits on 13 acres. Highly motivated Seller! NEW LISTING-PRICE REDUCED-Pleasant Hill-112 Lyndel St.-Fantastic 3BR, 3BA home with in-ground pool & guest house sitting on 6 lots in the best location in town. $180’s. NEW LISTING-Pittsfield-430 W. Jefferson-Nice 3BR 2BA home with 1 car detached garage. $60’s. NEW LISTING-Pearl-48186 166th Ave.-Very nice manufactured home sitting on 29 acres with 22.5 acres tillable! Farm & home can be split!! $200’s. Barry-1285 Union St.-Cute 2BR home, all on 1 level, within walking distance to the golf course. $40’s. Barry-383 Main St.-Totally remodeled 3BR 2.5BA home with new oak cabinets in kitchen and lots of closet space. $80’s. Barry-870 Pratt St.-Older 3BR home in good condition with large porch and 2 car detached garage with attached barn sitting on 2 lots. $90’s. Barry-1403 Rodgers St.-Nice 3BR 2BA brick home in great location with nice covered patio and beautiful wood burning fireplace. $140’s. Barry-1415 Mortimer St.-Quality 3BR 2BA home with 2 car attached garage and large 2 car detached garage with apartment sitting on 2.86 acres. $170’s. PRICE REDUCED-Griggsville-201 N. Third St.-Clean 2BR 2BA mobile home with many updates, newer paint, floor coverings and oversized 2 car garage. Broker-Owner interest. $30’s. Griggsville-116 W. Liberty-2 story family home with large yard and close to school. $60’s. Griggsville-116 S. Pearl-Nice remodeled 3BR 2BA home on corner lot. Motivated seller! $60’s. Griggsville-111 Congress St.-Very nice 3BR, 2BA home with detached garage. Nice backyard. Much remodeling has been done. Great woodwork! $70’s. Griggsville-814 W. Quincy-Very nice 3BR 2BA brick home with 2 car attached garage and nice deck. Move-in ready! $100’s. PRICE REDUCED-Griggsville-116 South Wall-Beautiful brick home on 2 lots. 2-3 BR 2.5BA with fireplace, heated 2 car garage & fenced back yard. MOTIVATED SELLER! $160’s.

Mozier-Hwy. 96-Large brick home on 30 acres, all timber & brush with river frontage. $140’s. Nebo-13192 County Highway 7-Very good 3BR 2BA home on 1.5 lots with fenced-in yard and nice outbuilding. $70’s. Nebo-37090 115th Ave.-5BR 2BA country home sitting on 2.8 acres. Would make a great family home or hunting lodge. $90’s. New Canton-24021 255th Ave.-3BR 2BA home sitting on 0.59 acres with a nice machine shed and many updates in a quiet country location. $70’s. New Canton-23958 260th St.-Beautiful 3BR, 3BA brick ranch home with full basement. 40 acres of hunting with another small home & workshop also included! $300’s. New Salem-302 Bennett-Nice 3BR 2BA two story home with 1 car garage located in a country like setting. $70’s. PRICE REDUCED-Rural New Salem- 36236 Co. Hwy 2-2 story home with 3BR and closed in back porch sitting on 1 acre +/-. $60’s. Pearl-405 West Street-Nice 2BR modular home with garden shed, outbuilding and fully furnished. $40’s. Perry-301 W. Main St.-2BR 1BA home on 1½ lots. Good starter or rental property. Priced right! Owner wants an offer! $20’s. Pittsfield-Numerous rental properties for sale, from apartment houses to single wide trailers. Call for more information! Pittsfield-304 S. Memorial-2 story 3BR home with lots of room, 2 car garage and workshop. South location. Priced to sell!! $40’s. Pittsfield-451 W. Adams St.-Spacious 1BR home with nice fenced in yard. Great starter home or rental property. $40’s. Pittsfield-703 N. Jackson-3BR home with new roof and some updates. Minor repairs needed. $50’s. Pittsfield-316 Spring St.-Nice 3BR 1BA ranch style home; would make great starter home or rental property. $50’s. Pittsfield-180 Washington Ct.-Nice 2BR home with 1 car detached garage on quiet street. Would make a great rental or starter home. $60’s. PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-429 E. Washington St.-A striking 3-4BR 2.5BA home close to downtown with beautiful woodwork and closets galore! Motivated Sellers! $200’s. Pittsfield-605 N. Jackson St.-3BR 2BA home with deck, large fenced in yard and detached garage. $60’s.

Pittsfield-521 W. Jefferson-Nice 4BR 2BA family home with 2 car detached garage and maintenance free exterior. $70’s. Pittsfield-665 Clarksville Rd.-Very nice 2BR home with attached 2 car garage and full basement. Move in ready! $90’s. Pittsfield-967 Conroy St.-4BR 2BA home with attached tandem garage and many updates in a quiet neighborhood on the Northwest side of Pittsfield. $90’s. Pittsfield-39546 280th Ave.-Nice 4BR 3BA home in a beautiful rural setting with 2 car detached garage sitting on 1.5 acres +/-. $120’s. Pittsfield-1033 Sunset-Immaculate newly updated 3BR brick home with 1 car attached garage. Move-in ready! $140’s. Pittsfield-318 Piper Lane-Superb older 2 story 3-4BR home with exquisite wood working, staircase and foyer sitting on 2.25 acres. $140’s. Pittsfield-25827 US Hwy. 54-2BR 1.5 BA home with 1 car attached garage North of Pittsfield with lots of fruit trees, blackberries and raspberries and barn with concrete floor. $160’s. Pittsfield-220 S. Mississippi-Immaculate 4 unit 2BR 1BA apartment complex with newer siding and roof. $170’s. PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield 20143 County Hwy. 114 BR 3 BA newer home sitting on 2 acres +/- with a full finished basement, 2 car garage and new 40’ x 56’ machine shed. $200’s. PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-41850 225th Ave.Exclusive 5 BR home in desirable rural location with granite countertops, ceramic tile & laminate floors, machine shed, playhouse and 2 ponds. $260’s. Pleasant Hill-305 E. Clay-3BR 1BA ranch style home with L-shaped family room, dining room, kitchen sitting on large lot. Many updates in 2006 and large shed. $50’s. Pleasant Hill-302 E. Mosier-Affordable 3BR 2BA ranch style home in a nice location. Some finishing required. $70’s. Pleasant Hill-609 Bottom St.-Cozy 2-3BR home with big rustic charm throughout. Custom woodworking and many new upgrades. $80’s. Pleasant Hill-104 Marion-Super clean 3BR 1BA updated home with beautiful covered deck. All appliances convey – includes additional lot located in nice subdivision. $90’s.

PRICE REDUCED-Pleasant Hill-108 N. Main-Nice 3BR tri-level home with huge yard and updated wiring. $100’s. Pleasant Hill-15005 383rd St.-Beautiful 20 year old 3BR 2BA brick ranch home with 2,100 sq. ft. sitting on 4.5 acres. $170’s. Pleasant Hill-17106 340th St.-Spacious 5BR 3BA manufactured home. Very nice sunroom; many outbuildings sitting on 15 acres. $190’s. Pleasant Hill-16113 338th St.-Beautiful 2BR home in great location with 3 car attached garage sitting on 40 acres. $300’s. Rockport-Hwy 96-Small 2BR home, needs TLC. Perfect rental property, priced to sell! $10’s. Winchester-834 Old Highway Road-Beautiful 5BR 3.5BA brick home sitting on 3.1 acres with large wooded lot. $800’s. COMMERCIAL & LOTS Chambersburg-107 W. Columbus St.-Former post office for sale sitting on 5,500 square foot lot. PRICE REDUCED-Griggsville-706 N. Chandler-2 vacant building lots in good location with all utilities available. Pittsfield-S. Memorial St.-Nice 60’ x 232’ building lot on the South side of town. Pittsfield-Lot 7 Panther Creek Subdivision-Great building location in one of Pittsfield’s newest & best subdivisions. Lot size is 0.81 acres. HUNTING LAND & FARMS NEW LISTING-Pike County 40 acres +/- Newburg TWP. Nice farm located on the east edge of Pittsfield, half tillable and half timber. Serviced by City water and gas. NEW LISTING-Scott County 80 acres +/- Bloomfield TWP. Big timber hunting farm overlooking the Illinois River bottom. NEW LISTING-Schuyler County-187 acres +/- Birmingham TWP. PRICED TO SELL! Nice hunting farm enrolled in the CREP program. Over $18,000 income in 2014. Adams County 75 acres +/- Richfield TWP. Excellent investment farm with 80% tillable and significant income! Brown County 60 acres +/- Elkhorn Twp. Secluded hunting farm with 23 acres tillable providing good income. PRICE REDUCED-Calhoun County 68 acres +/Hamburg TWP. Excellent big timber hunting farm in Calhoun. Seller will subdivide!

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SALE PENDING-NEW LISTING-Pittsfield-1400 N. Jackson-3BR fixer-upper sitting on 4.5 acres +/- North of Pittsfield on Route 107. $20’s. SALE PENDING-Pittsfield-319/321 N. Liberty St.-2 one bedroom apartments with 1 car garage and open concept living room and kitchen. SALE PENDING-Barry-28580 272nd Ave.-Very nice 3BR home with machine shed sitting on 2 acres +/- in a great country setting. SALE PENDING-Pittsfield-452 Susie Dr.-Beautiful home completely remodeled with finished basement. In cooperation with Wade Real Estate. SALE PENDING-Griggsville-416 S. Corey St.-3BR, 1.5BA historic octagon home. Very spacious, great storage, large porch. Very unique home!! 100’s. SALE PENDING-Pittsfield-40240 County Hwy. 8-Very nice remodeled 2 story brick home with 3300 sq. feet. Many extras. In cooperation with Wade Real Estate. SALE PENDING-PRICE REDUCED-Pittsfield-417 N. Madison St.-2BR home with newer roof, windows, garage door, storm doors & furnace. Great starter home or rental home. $60’s. SOLD-Griggsville-113 W. Washington St.-Fantastic 3BR, 2BA home with full finished basement, 2 car attached garage and many great updates!! $170’s SOLD-Rural Nebo-6-7BR lodge with beautiful great room & commercial kitchen. Capable of sleeping over 20 people easily. Great opportunity for an outfitter! $170’s.

SOLD-Pittsfield-38185 205th Ave.-4-5BR farm house with outbuildings and many updates. In cooperation with Wade Real Estate. SOLD-Pittsfield-#3A Dove Lane- Beautiful 2BR 2BA duplex in one of Pittsfield’s finest subdivisions. Window coverings convey, washer/dryer and furniture are negotiable. $140’s. SALE PENDING-Pittsfield-Nice commercial property located in the Pittsfield business district. SOLD-Pittsfield-3 acre building site on Libby Lane. Priced in the $20’s. SOLD-Pittsfield-Nice commercial property located in the Industrial Plaza. In cooperation with Whitetail Properties. SOLD-Pittsfield-2.5 acres +/- Newburg TWP.-Nice multi-use site. SOLD-Pittsfield-856 W. Washington-Great commercial location in the West Washington business district. SALE PENDING-Pike County 64 acres +/- Derry TWP. Nice deer hunting farm with 12 acres tillable. SALE PENDING-Pike County 100 acres +/- Derry TWP. Beautiful hunting farm with nice mix of tillable and 2 ponds. SALE PENDING-Pike County 117.25 acres +/- Derry TWP. Big timber hunting farm and high deer density area.

Hancock County 375 acres +/- Wilcox TWP. Fantastic hunting farm with 120 acres tillable earning great income. Big bucks & black soil!! NEW LISTING-Pike County 740 acres +/- Pleasant Hill Twp. PRICED TO SELL! 10,000 square foot home with 3 large ponds and fantastic hunting. Pike County 534 acres +/- Pleasant Vale TWP. Large recreational farm with fantastic log home and incredible hunting with income. Pike County 363 acres +/- Barry TWP. Big timber hunting farm with narrow ridge top fields, abundant wildlife. Pike County 303 acres +/- Spring Creek TWP. Fantastic recreational farm with 2 lakes, big timber, & 164 acres tillable! HUGE PRICE REDUCTION!! Pike County 279 acres +/- Pleasant Hill TWP. Incredible 10,000 sq. ft. executive home with machine sheds & fabulous hunting farm!! Pike County 167 acres +/-Martinsburg and Pleasant Hill TWP. Big timber hunting farm with good CRP income and nice lake. Pike County 156 acres +/- Pleasant Hill TWP. Awesome hunting farm with 76 ac. of tillable/CRP, 3BR 2BA cabin style home overlooking a 7 acre lake! Pike County 80 acres +/-Martinsburg TWP. Excellent hunting farm with 29 acres tillable and mobile home making a great hunting camp. PRICE REDUCED-Pike County 50 acres +/- Perry TWP. Beautiful horse farm with nice family home, in ground pool and 80’x160’ barn with riding rink!! Pike County 40 acres +/- Pleasant Vale TWP-Awesome hunting farm including 3BR, 3BA brick home, smaller home & workshop. Great secluded, quiet setting! PRICE REDUCED-Scott County 84.5 acres +/Glasgow TWP. Very nice recreational farm with good timber and excellent deer and turkey hunting. MISSOURI PROPERTIES Lewis County 10 acres +/- . Rare small acreage timber tract, great for hunting or building location. Scotland County 121 acres +/-Vest TWP. Beautiful investment farm with 97.5 acres tillable. Great income.

SALE PENDING-Pike County 32 acres +/- Flint TWP. Very nice hunting farm consisting of 20 acres rolling hills and timber and 12 acres tillable. SALE PENDING-NEW LISTING-Pike County 40 acres +/- Pleasant Hill Twp. Small hunting farm with big timber and older house. SALE PENDING-Adams County 33 acres +/- Payson TWP. Tillable/investment farm with excellent income. In cooperation with Sullivan Auctioneers. SALE PENDING-Pike County 13 acres +/- New Salem TWP. Nice small tract, half tillable and half timber. SALE PENDING-Pike County 14 acres +/- Spring Creek TWP. 100% creek bottom tillable. Great investment farm with 13 tillable acres. SOLD-NEW LISTING-Schuyler County 120 acres +/- Birmingham TWP. Super hunting farm along LaMoine River. CRP expires next year, will be great tillable. SOLD-NEW LISTING-Pike County 36 acres +/- Newburg TWP. Nice recreational farm providing some tillable income close to town.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Two students from Western school district were selected to attend the Illinois Music Education Association District Fesstival in Macomb on the campus of Western Illinois University. Madaline Thompson, a sophmore, and Easton Carlen, a seventh grader, were selected to attend the event held every fall. The ILMEA hosts district festivals across the states. Students audition in October to be selected to be a part of this festival Carlen was a part of the junior choir under the direction of Dr. Joel Knapp of Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville. The ensemble preformed Let There Be Peace on Earth (Miller & Jackson/

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Ades), Passing By (Purcell/Keefe), River in Judea (Marcus & Feldman/ arr. Leavitt), Agnus Dei (Snyder), and How Can I Stop Singing My Song (Grayson). Thompson was a part of the senior chorus under the direction of Dr. Richard Robert Rossi of Eastern Illinois University, Charleston. This group sang Praise to the Lord (Christiansen), Afternoon on a Hill (Barnum), O Mistress Mine, Where Are You Roaming? (Rossi), A Red Red Rose (Rossi), Hark, I Hear the Harps Eternal (Shaw/Parker/Rodde) and Bushes and Briars (Traditional/ arr. Faerber). These ladies rehearsed during the day to prepare for their afternoon concerts with students from across our district.

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Students from Western participating were, front row, left to right, Destiny Lynch, MacKenzie Phillips, Kaley Vasquez, MaKayla Petty, and Paige Malone. Second row, Morgan Lord, Mariah Goodwin, Shelby Hulett, Jessica Grammar, Amber Swartz. Third row, Jennifer Hubbard, Madaline Thompson, Dustin Street, Madison Martin, Josie Young, The other schools in attendance at this Festival included Brown County, GriggsvillePerry, Liberty, Payson-Seymour and Pleasant Hill.

Western Students attend Pike Co. Conference Choral Festival Students from the choir at Western High School attended the Pike County Conference (PCC) Choral Festival Tuesday, Nov. 5 at Liberty High Schoo. The students spent the afternoon working

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Police Beat The police records released by the Pike County Sheriff ’s office include the following arrests and bookings. The records state that these are accusations and each individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty. BOOKINGS Last week’s arrests Trevor L. Stice, 21, Naples was arrested Oct. 29 on a Pike County traffic warrant alleging failure to appear. He posted $500 bond and was released pending court appearnce. Matthew W. Bruce, 27, New Canton, was arrested Oct. 30 on a misdemeanor Pike County warrant alleging failure to pay. He posted $300 bond and was released pending court appearance. Joshua R. Bricker, 23, Pittsfield, was arrested Oct. 30 on a felony Pike County warrant alleging failure to pay. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail in lieu of $500 bond. Dylan S. Howell, 20, Kampsville, was arrested on a felony Illinois Department of Corrections warrant for violation of parole. He has been released to the IDOC. Colton N. Spradlin, 19, Winchester, was arrested Oct. 30 on charges of felony possession of methamphetamine manufacturing material and methamphetamine possession. He remains lodged in lieu of $15,000 bond. Shelby B. Burch, 21 Beardstown was arrested Oct. 30 on charges of felony possession of methamphetamine manufacturing material and methamphetamine possession. She remains lodged in lieu of $15,000 bond. Charlotted R. Johnson, 30, Quincy was arrested on a misdemeanor charge of deceptive practice. She posted $100 and was released pending court appearance. Arrests from Nov 5-12 Cody W. Tipton, 19, New Salem, was arrested Nov. 4 on a misdemeanor Pike County war-

rant alleging failure to pay. He remains lodged in the Pike County Jail in lieu of $200 bond. Anthony F. Hargis, 20, Pittsfield, was arrested Nov. 4 on a charge of misdemeanor battery and felony unlawful restraint. Bond on the misdemeanor is $1,000 and no bond had been set on the felony as of presstime. He remains lodged. Joseph D. Yackley, 65, Pittsfield, was arrested Nov.5 on charges of allowing livestock to run at large. He remains lodged. Benjamin A. Mowen, 27, Mt. Sterling was arrested Nov. 5 on a felony Pike County warrant alleging failure to pay. He remains lodged in lieu of $5,000 bond. Ryan T. Griggs, 32, Griggsville, was arrested Nov. 7 on a misdemeanor Pike County warrant seeking to revoke probation. He posted $1,000 and was release pending a court appearance. Meggan N. Knott, 25, Milton, was arrested Nov. 7 on two misdemeanor Pike County warrants, one seeking to revoke probation. Bond on each warrant is $500. She remains lodged in the Pike County Jail. Scott A. Lemons, 44, Pittsfield, was arrested Nov.9 on a misdemeanor Pike County warrant. He posted $300 and was released pending court appearance. Justin S. Biancardi, 25, Foristell, Mo. was arrested Nov. 9 on charges an Adams County traffic warrant. He posted $559 and was released pending court appearance. Scott A. Garner, 43, Louisiana, Mo., was arrested on a Pike County warrant, a Pike County traffic warrant alleging failure to appear and illegal transportation of alcohol. He posted $400 total and was released pending court appearnce. Jacy R. Halverson, 26, Lisborn, Iowa, was arrested Nov. 10 on charges of driving under the influence, speeding and illegal transportation. She posted $300 and was released pending court appearance.

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Pike Station burglar pleads guilty By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press One of the four young men accused of drug charges and a string of burglaries who were arrested last summer in Pike Station has pleaded guilty to burglary and possession of methamphetamine. Kyle Pressnall, 28, was sentenced last week in Pike County Circuit Court by Judge Diane Lagoaski to six years on the burglary offense and four years for the methamphetamine offense, all to be served in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Upon his release, Pressnall will be responsible for payment of fines, costs, and restitution of approximately $13,476.75. The negotiated agreement was reached between Pike

County State’s Attorney Carrie Boyd and defense attorney Scott Schultz of Jerseyville before being approved by Judge Diane M. Lagoski. Presnall and three others were arrested following a rash of burglaries in an area that was suspected to include areas in and around Pike County the preceding two years. Also arrested were: Kyle Smith, 24, Pearl, for possession of methamphetamine and burglary; Shawn P. Gillman, 26, Vandalia, Mo., for possession of methamphetamine and intent to deliver methamphetamine and Travis Wooldridge, 22, Pearl, possession of methamphetamine and burglary. Wooldridge and Smith are awaiting January jury trials on their charges and remain in the custody of the Pike County Sheriff’s Department.

Gillman’s case is proceeding through the system with an arraignment set for Nov.19. He, too, remains lodgd. The four were arrested following a court-authorized search warrant of Presnall’s Pike Station home July 31 which he shared with his co-defendants. Numerous stolen items and items related to methamphetamine were seized during the execution of the search warrant, and thousands of dollars of recovered property have been returned by law enforcement to their rightful owners, according to Boyd. “Deputy Jordan Gerard was extremely helpful in the resolution of Pressnall’s case and went above and beyond by going through the case multiple times with me to ensure we had the restitution figures as precise as

possible while also accounting for the return of many items to their owners here in Pike County,” Boyd said. “The majority of the items stolen were hunting gear or apparel, as well as diesel fuel. We as a hunting and farming community cannot tolerate such criminal conduct. I want to be clear in sending a message that my office will vigorously pursue convictions against any wrongdoers who seek to interfere with our local economy and public safety.” Boyd said the local hunting lodges and the local economy depend on tourism, and the hunters who enjoy what Pike County has to offer must continue to be assured that their property is safe in Pike County. “I will do all that I can to assist in the assurance of that safety,” Boyd said.

Cook changes plea By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The St. Clair County judge who was accused of dealing drugs has changed his plea from not guilty to guilty. Michael N. Cook, a former circuit court judge, whose family owned a hunting lodge near Pleasant Hill, appeared in federal court in Belleville Friday, Nov. 8 and changed his plea. He will be sentenced Jan. 17 at 1:30 p.m. Cook and an associate judge, Joseph Christ, of the same district, visited the family hunting lodge in March of this year and allegedly used heroin while at the lodge, near Panhandle, west of Pleasant Hill. Beth Zumwalt/Pike Press

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Air Evac Training held at Milton ball park

Attending the Air Evac Training at the Milton ball park Saturday morning were members of the Pike County Sheriff’s Dept, Pittsfield Fire, North Pike Fire, Griggsville Fire and East Pike Fire. Special thanks to Craig Rush and Air Evac for the informative training. Jalie, Jude, Jerzie Maines, Jordyn and Jansen Blackketter went to the Schriner’s Circus in Springfield Saturday, Nov. 9. Milton Christian Church honored Veterans at their church service Sunday, Nov. 10. Pike County Home and

Community Education (HCE) next Garden Unit meeting is Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. The lesson will be on Thanksgiving/ Christmas cactus plus making a pinecone turkey for your holiday decorations. Please bring your own drink. Everyone welcome. Please keep Liam Summers, son of Mike and Anissa Summers in your prayers. Liam had surgery at Children’s Hospital in St. Louis Friday, Nov. 8 and is reported to be doing well. It will soon be time to put the Christmas decorations up in

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the square. Donations are needed to help maintain the decorations and new decorations would be welcome as well. Donations can be sent to the Village of Milton, Christmas Decoration Fund, PO Box 68, Milton, IL 62352.

Griggsville Griggsville Day Unit of HCE to meet Nov. 21

The Griggsville Day Unit of HCE will be American Generosity will meet at the home of Susanne Making History. Come and enjoy Curry at 1:30 Nov. 21. The minor special music for the season. lesson will be given by Lizzetta Refreshments will be served. Robinson and the major lesson Everyone is invited to attend! will be given by Sharon Daniels. The East Pike Lending Library The United Methodist hours are as follows: Wednesday Women’s annual bazaar will be 4-7 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. until this Friday Nov. 15 from 10-2 9 p.m. More days will be added in the Good Shepherd Hall. as soon as the furnace is installed. There will be a large variety of Pike County Home and baked goods and candies for sale. Community Education (HCE) next Lunch includes a choice soups, Garden Unit meeting is Tuesday Nov. sandwiches and desserts. Carryout 19 at 2 p.m. The lesson will be on will be available. Stop by for Thanksgiving/Christmas cactus plus lunch and enjoy music from11- making a pinecone turkey for your 1, including piano and dulcimer. holiday decorations. Please bring The Griggsville Historical Society your own drink. Everyone welcome. will be held Nov. 14 at the Skinner Playgroup will be Nov. 21 at 10 House in Griggsville beginning at a.m. in Diane Vose’s classroom. 2 p.m. The topic of the meeting Story Hour will be held once in

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Nov., Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 10 a.m. at the North Pike Library. The Griggsville-Perry Middle School hosted a very nice Veterans Day program Friday. News items needed! Please call me at (217) 407-4502 or email me at kessy@casscomm.com Think too much and you’ll create a problem that was not even there in the first place!

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Mark and Pam Fisher to hold concert “You are only what you are when no one is looking”. Robert C. Edwards Birthdays and anniversaries for this week are: Nov. 13-Patty Manker, Allison Woods, Dalton Woodward, Dylan Woodward Nov. 14-Dennis Douglas, C.J. & Brandy Ostrander, Paul and Edith Turner Nov. 15-Cheryl Kirk, Ed Butler Nov. 16-Joey Fesler, Gail Walston, Pastor Gary Dice Nov. 17-Clyde and Connie McFall, Marlee Bradshaw Nov. 18-Sophia Dwight Nov. 19-Joyce Boren, Timothy Blacketer, Berlyn Thomas Prayer requests: Angela Dixon, Randy Guthrie, Bill McNulty, Connie Raftery, Betty Collins, Marvin Lynch, Josh Bennett, Ginger & George Whitlock, Missionary Mike Leonard and family, Norman Lewis, Pat Kingery, Evelyn Ward, Karma Webel, Melinda Chandler, Brenda Garner, Durrell Chamberlain, Dianna Ruble, Leroy Leonard, Monica Ruble, Angie Lin, Janet Shoemaker, Ona Ogle, David Brawdy, Connie McFall, Roger Bonnett, Nikki Allen, and pray especially for the United States of America that the “land of the free and the home of the brave” continues to stay exactly that way. Happenings in our area: It’s never too late to go to a yard sale or garage sale. This coming Friday and Saturday, Nov. 15 and 16, there will be a “Garage Sale” in the Fellowship Hall at the Grace Baptist Church. The hours of the sale will be 10-6 Friday and 8-1 Saturday. There will also be delicious baked goods for sale as well. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to come on out. This coming Saturday, Nov. 16, starting at 12:30, there will be a baby shower at the Pike County Senior Center to benefit Angels’ Cove in Mt. Vernon. The Christian based home Angels’ Cove is a subsidiary of the Carmi Children’s Home. This will be a somewhat normal type of baby shower where you give baby items (no gift wrapping please), and when the gifts arrive in Mt. Vernon at Angels’ Cove, the unwed mothers there will be able to choose whatever they need for their babies. These babies are either adopted out or the

mothers, after careful consideration, keep them. There will also be a special guest speaker from this home, and she will be taking the gifts back with her. If you have any questions, please call Brenda Adams at (217) 779-7224. This coming Sunday, Nov. 17, at the Pleasant Hill American Legion Post 1048, from 4-7 p.m., they will be having their Thanksgiving turkey dinner with all the trimmings. The cost is $8 and this is all you can eat. The monthly fish fry fundraiser at the Pike County Senior Center will be this Thursday, Nov. 14, from 4:30-7 p.m. For a reasonable cost, you can have a delicious meal, see your friends, and help out a good cause, all at once. Mark and Pam Fisher, who have been entertaining in central Illinois for years, will be having a Concert Saturday, Nov.16, at the Rushville Church of the Nazarene, 621 East Washington Street, at 7 p.m. Pam sang on the Illinois Country Opry in Petersburg and Mark was a regular on the Nashville Sound Country Opry in Mason City, Illinois. And now they sing nothing but Southern Gospel, and make for a wonderful evening of Christian entertainment. Come on out and enjoy! Richard Hilton will be at the Pike County Senior Center Saturday, Nov. 16, with the concert starting at 7. Admission is a reasonable fee, and concessions will be available. “Better to wear out than to rust out”. Blackwood Quartet will be presenting a Christmas Concert at the Detroit Christian Church Friday, Dec. 13, at 6:30 p.m. This is a national touring vocal group. There will be refreshments afterwards. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. Trivia answers from last week: 1. When God parted the Red Sea, what two items separated the Egyptians and the children of Israel? (an angel of God and a cloud) 2. What was the occupation of Francis Scott Key? (he was a lawyer) 3. How many times did the children of Israel go around Jericho before the wall of the city fell? (thirteen) 4. What state has the most area codes? (California) 5. What materials made up the ark (or basket) that Moses was put in as a

By WYVETTA DAVIS 285-4880 baby? (bulrushes, slime, and pitch) 6. Whose biography is titled “Shooting Star”? (John Wayne) Steve and I went to do some business in Quincy Friday, Nov. 1. Certainly enjoyed seeing all the colorful trees on the way up and back. Keep saving those General Mills Boxtops for our local schools. Recycling is still going strong in west Pittsfield on Fridays from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. out by Universal Bowling. Trivia Questions for This Week: 1. What disease was caused by the lack of Vitamin C? 2. What was the occupation of the apostle Matthew in the Bible? 3. What famous country duo wrote the hit “You’re the Reason Our Kids Are Ugly”? 4. Where did the people of Israel place the blood of the sacrificial lamb to keep the plague of the first born away from their families? 5. Who was Charles Lindbergh’s first passenger in the “Spirit of St. Louis”? 6. Why were Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego thrown into the fiery furnace? Don and Karen Loos spent a few days recently with Everett and Judy Dean and Anna Mae Dean. Thursday, Nov. 7, Karen and Anna Mae went to Springfield. I visited with Brenda Adams Thursday afternoon, Nov. 7, who is enjoying doing all the computer repair work and setting up web pages that she does. In case anyone is interested in talking to her about these things, just give her a call at (217) 779-7224. The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9 I would certainly appreciate any and all your news. Just give me a call at the number above with your news that you are willing to share. 4 Things You Can’t Recover: The Stone . . . after the throw The Word . . . after it’s said The Occasion . . . after it’s missed

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Detroit grateful for flag donations Detroit has received donations for five more flags. AnnaBell Dawdy bought two flags, Roger Beard bought one, Dick Lomilino bought one and Ryan Smith bought one. We have received a lot of nice compliments about the flags. We had one of the biggest crowds we have ever had for color tour this year. The weather was nice and everyone had a good time. There were lots of yard sales and I think everyone did very well. Thank you to the Village of Detroit for their donation to the Color Tour committee. Ida McAllister hosted a luncheon for Little Blue Club and Ladies aid Tuesday, Nov. 5. Those present were Leota Foiles, Betty Orr, Vicky Orr, Virginia Smith,

Terri Dunham, Ethel Phillips, Zona Peek, Lavanna Clark, Joan Young and Shirley Streeter. A good time was had by all. Ethel Phillips was a guest of Bryan and Ida McAllister Monday. They enjoyed luck at Perry United Methodist Church’s Monday dinner. Vicky and Betty Orr took card fronts to Quincy to the Good Samaritan Home recently. If you have any card fronts be sure to give them to the Orr’s. Jackie Hendricks of Brussels hosted a cookout at her home Sunday afternoon. Those present were Jerry and Shanna Edison, Bryan and Ida McAllister, Stan and Sandy Smith and Alberta Messey. I hope everyone took the time

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to thank a Veteran for their service. We need to keep our service men and women in our thoughts and and prayers. Several towns had their flags flying for Veterans day. The ones I saw were Pearl, Milton, Nebo, Detroit and Pittsfield. Thank you to Bryan McAllister for putting up the Detroit flags. Kurt, Alisha, Kamden, Karlee, Kory, Crystal, Weston and Nate McAllsiter all enjoyed the Shirners Circus in Springfield Saturday. Remember to cherish life’s simple pleasures.

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Remote Deposit/Debit Card control added to FNB Barry banking app

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Quincy Medical

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Quincy Medical Group's Pittsfield affiliate is joining in the holiday spirit. This year, employees at QMG in Pittsfield will be donating new toys and non-perishable items to the Pittsfield Food Pantry. They would like to invite the community to join in giving back. If you anyone would like to donate, items may be dropped off at 320 N. Madison in Pittsfield from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday until Dec. 9. Join QmG in Pittsfield as they pack their presents with toys and food for the Pittsfield Food Pantry. For more information, call 217-285-9601. QMG employees are front row, left to right: Jamie McKinnon, Becky Motley, Deb Moore and Rindi Bennett. Back row, left to right: Casey Nutter, Gina Reel, Leighanna Hill, Marian Dimovitz, Joyce Heberlein, Dr. Amy Dean, Patricia Sidwell, Dr. Ronald Johnson, Cheryl Pressley and Leann McConnell.

Giving Trees up in Pike County The Pike County Christmas Basket Program’s Giving Trees are up at Wal-Mart, Dollar General and Pittsfield Farm and Home Supply. The trees will be up until Dec. 15. Applications are still available at the Pike County Health Department, Two River’s Regional Council, Senior

Services @ The First Christian Church and in the entrance of Pike County General Assistance Office. Applications need to be turned in by Nov. 30. They may be returned to Two Rivers or the drop box in the entrance way of the Pike County Government Building.

Anyone wanting to make a donation or adopt a family or senior may contact the Christmas Basket Program at 217-2852726 or mail donations to 121 E. Washington Street, Pittsfield, 62363. So far 170 applications for assistance this Christmas season have been received.

Two Pike Countians receive Golden Key Nearly 100 Western Illinois University students and two administrators were inducted into the Western Illinois Chapter of the Golden Key International Honour Society this semester. An induction ceremony was held Sunday, Nov. 10 in the University Union Heritage Rooms. Danielle Van Winkle, a senior in elementary education and Megan Moffit, a junior

with a communications major were both inducted. Van Winkle is from Pearl, Moffitt is from Pittsfield. The mission of the society is to enable its members to "realize their potential through the advancement of academics, leadership and service." The Golden Key International Honour Society was founded in November 1977, and is an aca-

demic honor society that recognizes and encourages scholastic achievement and excellence among college and university students from all academic disciplines. Students at the sophomore, junior, senior and graduate level whose academic records place them among the top 15 percent of their respective classes are invited to join the society.

The First National Bank of Barry is proud to announce two new features to its smartphone banking app: Remote Deposit and Debit Card On/Off. Remote Deposit and Card On/Off joined the FNB Barry App other features Account Balances, Transfers, History, and FNB Branch Locator Nov. 5. With remote deposit, FNB Barry customers will be able to deposit checks to their checking accounts by simply taking a picture of the check. This new feature will allow customers to make deposits 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The customer will simply choose the checking account to deposit to, enter the deposit amount from the check, take a picture of the front, then take a picture of their signature on the back and simply press submit. “Everyone’s schedule is busy and trying to fit everything in is getting harder and harder. We are trying to make multitasking easier by allowing you to bank with us from anywhere at any time with our free mobile app. Now you can make your deposits with the simple picture on your smartphone,”

says The First National Bank of Barry Executive Vice President, Rick Shover. Card On/Off will provide greater security to The First National Bank of Barry customers. If customers lose their card or suspect fraud they can simply turn their debit card off with the swipe of a finger. Some customers may even choose to simply keep their cards off until right before making a purchase. FNB Barry’s Card On/Off will also allow parents to control a child’s use of their debit card. EVP Rick Shover states, “In today’s ever changing technological world, it is time to give the consumer more control and security by giving them the power of instantly turning off your debit card.” Current FNB Barry smartphone app customers simply need to update the current app when prompted to do so. If you do not have the app yet you can find The First National Bank of Barry’s FREE smartphone app in the Apple App or Google Play store. For quicker access scan this QR code.

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Wednesday, November 13, 2013 Pittsfield, Illinois

Deer harvest numbers are off to a slow start

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Skate

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Tim Briscoe, left, and Darrin Kline of Pepsi Services were at the skate park at King Park Friday morning adding decals to the skate ramps and other flat surfaces. Michelle Westmaas, who was instrumental in getting the funds for the park said the bursts of color gave the area a professional appearance and likened it to a professional skate park, adding she would like to see competitions held at King Park.

Let’s begin with an update on the Illinois archery deer season. Results for the first month, which began Oct. 1, is well below the harvest success for 2012. Hunters have checked 988 deer in Pike as of Nov. 3 compared to 1,209 last years. State wide the harvest is down almost 4,000 deer. Pike County continues to lead the state, followed by Fulton, Jefferson, Jo Daviess and Adams. It is interesting to note the harvest ratio is 68 percent does and only 32 percent bucks. Traditional archery hunters focus on taking a buck at least early in the archery season. I believe there are several factors impacting the overall harvest thus far. First is the fact there is still plenty of standing corn in the fields in many areas of the county. Deer use standing corn not only as a ready food source but as a refuge as well. Second is weather that is always a big influence on deer movement. When it is mild, they stay put with little incentive to move about. It is has only been in the last week

or so that declining temperatures have motivated the bucks to enter the rutting spirit. Finally, I don’t believe we have as many archery hunters as we have hosted in the past years. The combined costs of licenses, lodging, travel and food have discouraged a number of hunters. I have visited with our local IDNR staff recently and they are in agreement with this assessment. The fall shotgun turkey season has not been very popular with most hunters and he harvest results reflect that. Pike hunters took seven birds this year compared to 9 last year. Archery hunters have nailed six birds this far. Statewide shotgun hunters tallied 561 turkeys compared to 596 in 2012. Since we are on the subject of turkeys, I will give you an update on a new project being taken by the National Wild Life Federation. I was talking with Dr. Frank Coble, our area member of the national board at his deer camp last week and he filled me in on a unique development by NWTF. The organization has purchased some 720 acres near its current

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headquarters in Edgefield, S.C. for creation of an area as a model habitat site. In addition to that, the property will be renovated in such a fashion to provide facilities for the shooting sports, including trap, skeet, sporting clays and a rifle practice range. Later, if the project is expanded, plans call for the erection of cabins to house young folks and their families who want to participate in a variety of programs the organization will offer. In due time, a building will be constructed as a “Hunting Heritage Outdoor Center” to accommodate large group gatherings. I understand that a specialty store that feature a variety of hunting and NWTF merchandise will also be on site. This project is being funded by corporate and individual donations. Monies raised from the general membership will not be spent on the project. Another interesting fact is hat the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is in support of the NWTF program and has committed heavy financial support to assist in the center’s establishment.

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Winners of awards at the Lady Saukee volleyball banquet last week at the County Seat were, left to right, Anna Geiselman, Megan Rineharddt, Delaynie Casto, Blaklyn Zenner, Bailey Waggoner and Cady Klatt.

Lady Saukees hold banquet By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Pittsfield Lady Saukees volleyball team celebrated the end of the 2013 season with a banquet at the County Seat, Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Approximately 60 Lady Saukee players, coaches and parents attended the event which included a pork chop dinner and awards ceremony. Winning awards were: Megan Reinhart, most kills and offen-

sive player of the year; Bailey Waggoner, most blocks, Cady Klatt, most assists and MVP, Delanie Casto, most digs, most aces, defensive player of the year; Blaklyn Zenner, Saukee Pride, Anna Geiselman, Coach’s Award.

Turkey Tourney schedule set By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press

The Pittsfield High School Turkey Tourney will be held Nov. 25-Nov. 30. Griggsville-Perry is no longer in the tourney and new this year are: Macomb, Alton Marquette and Western. The tournament will kick off Monday, Nov. 25 with Payson and Western playing at 5 p.m.. Alton and Macomb will play the 6:30 game and Pittsfield will play Illini

West in the evening’s final matchup at 8 p.m. Tuesday: Liberty will play Pleasant Plains, followed by Payson and Alton, then Western and Macomb. Wednesday, Nov. 27 there will be only two games, Illini West and Pleasant Plains at 6 and Pittsfield and Liberty at at 7:30 Friday Nov. 29, the games start at 1 with Western and Alton Marquette, at 3, Macomb and Payson, at 4;30 Liberty and

Illini West and at 6, Pittsfield and Pleasant Plains. Saturday, Nov. 30, the fourth place finisher in the A pool which includes Payson, Western Macomb and Alton will the fourth place finisher of the B pool which includes Illini West, Liberty, Pleasant Plains and Pittsfield. The third place finishers in each pool will play at 3, the second place finishers at 4:30 and the championship or the winner of each pool will face off at 6 p.m.

Saukee sports scrimmage goes mad this year By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The annual Saukee sports drink scrimmage is taking on a new look this year. The event will be Saturday, Nov. 16 and will start at 5 p.m. and will feature basketball and wrestling. “ These programs are coming together for one night of Saukee Madness to show their support for one another,” Brad Tomhave, Saukee basketball coach, said. “The coaches and athletes of these programs invite you to this inau-

gural, fun-filled event and appreciate everyone’s support for the programs.” The program will begin at 5 p.m. with the introduction of the Saukee wrestlers. From 5:15 to 6:15, The Saukee wrestlers will have a dual meet scrimmage and will wrestle between 8-12 matches, depending on the time. At 6:30, the Saukee junior varsity and freshman basketball teams will be introduced and will play two, 10-minute quarters of basketball. The varsity will be introduced

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between 7 p.m. and 7:15 and will play 1 15-minute quarter. From 7:30 to 7:45 there will be a special Saukee contest. Coaches are keeping mum on what it is, but promise it to be special treat. “We’re still working on the details but it should be very exciting,” Tomhave said. Following the mystery contest, the Saukee varsity will play one more 15-minute quarter. Admission is a sports drink “Where else can you find a twofor-one special like this night is offering,” Tomhave said.

Tuesday afternoon ladies Gray House B and B 25-9 Road Runners 27 1/2 -16 1/2 Pin Pals 27-17 Rolling Pins 24-20 Fashion Flowers 23-21 Misfits 23-21 Frame Flames 22-22 Five Aces 191/2 – 24 1/2 Late Comers 16-28 High scratch game Gray House, 798, scratch series, Gray House, 2331 , High individual scratch game, Beth Wade, 225, Scratch series,

Beth Wade, 551.Handicap series Illene Elledge, 680, 683, handicap game,Beth Wade, 255. Wednesday evening ladies Bowling Stones 60-20 PCC Girls 52-28 Got Balls 46-34 Country Fixin’s 44-36 Happy Hookers, 42-38 Belles of the Ball 42-38 Dominoes 42-38 Ambrosia Dynasty 37-43 Jokers Wild 36-44 Alley Oops 33-47

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Approximately 40 veterans, some accompanied by their spouses, attended the annual Veterans Day celebration at Pleasant Hill High School Friday, Nov. 8. Veterans filled each side of the gym, with the student body filling the bleachers. Each veteran was given a flag and a flag holder. Sheriff Paul Petty, a Navy veteran, was the guest speaker.

Pittsfield Assembly Church recognizes local veteran Pittsfield Assembly recognized 2nd Lt. Jeff Korte for his years of service in the U.S. Army and the Army reserves. 2nd Lt. Korte served in active duty for five years serving state side and overseas in Germany. He served in the Army reserves for ten years. During this time he earned a degree in law enforcement. For several months he was the commander over the Quincy unit. This past year he retired as a 2nd Lt. Photo courtesy Debbie Harshman/The Paper

The Barry American Legion and Auxiliary held their annual Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day program at the First Baptist Church Monday morning. Taking part in the services are Bruce Hamilton, Tom Miller, Bryan Tittsworth, Brenda Moyer, Wayne Perry and Commander Jerry Shulz.

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Approximately 10 veterans from Pike and Calhoun Counites gathered in Pearl Monday morning for a Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day celebration and flag pole dedication. The new flag pole in the park was dedicated and then veterans and their families enjoyed a dinner at the Pearl Community Center. Veterans attending were, putting up the flag, Lester Benz. Standing in back, left to right, Jim Stellbrink, Christopher Lemerande, Ted Schuman, .Deaner Schuman, Ben Mauer, Bernard Ator, Paul Hanks, Charles Gilbert. Benny Butler also attended. The flag was donated by the Pearl Event Committee and is equipped with a light so it will be displayed permanently

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PHHS FFA $300 to the Pleasant Hill FFA Chapter to be used to help students purchase FFA jackets. Left to right: Payton Anderson, Griffin Hall, Plumer, FFA president Kyle Mowen, Pamela Hirst, Jade Evatt and Cari Moore.

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Robert Sleight, vice president of the Pittsfield Lions Club, left, presents a $400 check to the Access Illinois Outdoors for the Access Food project for Pike County. Accepting the check was Brenda Middendorf with Two Rivers RC&D. Middendorf also gave the lions club a presentation regarding the program. Grand funding plus local donations such as this enables the Access Food program to operate so there are no processing costs for hunters related to donating a deer. The processed deer will be donated to two local food pantries, the Two Rivers REgional Council of Public Officials and the Barry Food Pantry. The food pantries have seen an increase of 45 percent over the last year. Last year over 12,000 pounds of processed meat was made available to the local food pantries through this program.

KYLE BOSHARDY The faculty and staff at Pittsfield High School have selected Kyle Boshardy as the September Saukee Citizen of the Month. Kyle is the son of Patricia and the late Dr. Andrew Boshardy. He is a senior this year and his clubs and activities are Drama Club, NHS, Golf Team, Band (Jazz/Marching Band), Mock Trial Team, Math Team, Basketball Manager, Chorus and Swing Choir

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businesses throughout the area. Nicor Gas is responsible for the security and maintenance of pipelines in our service territory. Call Before You Dig Before digging around your property, state law requires you call 811 to have your utility lines professionally marked – for free! You must wait

Commission urges all users to lower their

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LISTEN for a hissing or roaring sound near a natural gas appliance or line.

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water heaters to 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

the required amount of time before you begin

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100 AUTO VEHICLES FOR SALE: '92 GMC conversion van - Rebuilt motor only 9,000 miles - new tires & battery - dual air - one owner - very clean - $3,900. '95 Chevy Diesel 3500 - closed utility body - good condition - $3,600. '85 F700 Diesel dump truck - new rear tires - $4,200. Call 618-635-2929. 11.13

200 BUSINESS COLMAN'S COUNTRY CAMPERS 2013's on sale. Big discounts. Sales, service, parts, propane. #2 Fun St. Hartford, IL 62048. 618254-1180. www.colmanscampers.com. TFN IF YOU NEED PARTS for your mowers and tillers, Dorsey's Hardware and Western Auto have a large selection of belts and parts service and new equipment sales available. Winchester. 217-742-9241. TF 2012 MOBILE HOME STIMULUS PACKAGE: up to $25,000 for your trade in. Discounts for land owners. Financing available. Prequalify by phone 314-5627459. tf SELLBEST, 110 W. Quincy St., Griggsville: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Quality Used Furniture & AppliancesWashers, Dryers, Freezers, Fridges, Microwave, Electric Stoves, Twin, Full, Queen Beds, New Mattress Sets, Bedroom Furniture, Tables & Chairs, Upholstered Furniture, Tools, T.V.s, Stereos. Everything for the home and you! Call 217-2422252.TF DIAMOND TRAILER saleswe buy used campers new campers & toy haulers by Keystone RV Co. Pre-owned campers; RV parts & service. We also stock a large selection of RV accessories for all your camping needs. Located at 1117 N. Old Rt. 66, Litchfield. 217-324-2452, www.diamondtrailer.com. TFJCJ

300 FARM MARKET CATTLE PANELS for sale, hog panels. 16 ft. flat bed trailer for sale, and Pike County huts for sale. 16 ft. stock trailer. 217-734-1811. TF

400A FOR RENT Calhoun County APARTMENT FOR rent. Call Matt 618-576-2766 or 618576-2449. TFCNH COMMERCIAL BUILDING for rent. Hardin, IL. Call (618)498-1234 and ask for Business Department. TF

400D FOR RENT Pike County 3 BR HOUSE in New Salem. Call 217-285-4674. Leave message or call 217-4910088. 11.13 COUNTRY HOME for rent, rent to own or sale, 2 miles west of Griggsville. 3bd, 1 bath, 1800 sq. ft. on 2 acres. Big kitchen, w/d hookup. Partially furnished. No smoking. W/ 50 chickens and a few sheds. Call Barb 303903-6938 for info. 11.27 2 BR HOUSE for rent No smoking No pets. Security deposit required. 217-2854502. TF 1 AND 2 BR apartments available. No smoking. No pets. Security deposit required. 217-285-4502 TF OFFICE SPACE Prime location. Ample parking. West Washington St., Pittsfield. Call 217-285-2848 or 217285-5925. 12.4 NEWLY REMODELED office space on the square in Pittsfield. For more information, call 217-473-8811. TF

400D FOR RENT Pike County FOR RENT/LEASE Nice efficiency home in Pleasant Hill. 2 bedroom along Route 96 with carport. Home available Dec. 1. Call 217-7342213 or 217-370-1973. 11.13 APARTMENTS FOR RENT Call Kenny Hill 217-5775547. Efficiency, 1 bedrooms, & 2 bedrooms. Water, sewer & trash included. Deposit plus first months rent up front. 11.27

500 FOR SALE 2 COMPANION cemetery plots in Valhalla Cemetery includes 2 vaults and companion market. Priced to sell. Call 618-259-2564. 11.18 FOR SALE one truck bed freezer, can be cooler. 102" by 20". Will deliver. 217-3702629 11.18 SPLIT FIREWOOD 217-4307769. Pike County area. 12.25 BED QUEEN Pillowtop mattress set. new in the plastic. $175 can deliver. (618)7722710 11.27 DON'T PAY high heating bills eliminate them with an outdoor wood furnace from Central Boiler Call Today. 217-236-3022.TF SHEPPARD ELECTRONICS 1402 Lakeview Heights, Pittsfield, IL. 217-285-2893. Cell: 217-248-1188. LG TV sales and service. 3D and smart TVs, Blu Ray DVD players,32-55" TVs. Metal detectors, new & used, very good prices, Whites and Garrets. New and used CB's & antennas, Uniden Police scanners also for sale. FREE DVD OR SOUNDBAR WITH tf EACH TV ABOVE 32".

600 HELP WANTED DRIVERS: *Seasonal drivers needed* to haul U.S. Mail in St. Louis, MO. Positions open for safe, reliable drivers. Excellent hourly pay. $19.42p/h + $4.98 H&W. Class A CDL & 2 yrs experience required in the past five years. EOE/AA. Salmon Companies 800-251-4301 or apply online www.driveforsalmon.com 11.13 HELP WANTED Bartender for 25-30 hrs. per week. Tues.-Sat. Must be honest and willing to work. Please call 217-248-5056. Leave msg if no answer. 11.20 CONTRACTED CLEANING Person wanted. NPDL is taking applications till 11/20/2013 for ran experienced cleaning person. Apply @ the library: 119 S. Corey St., Griggsville, or call 217-833-2633. 11.13 DRIVER CDL B. M-F Deliveries. Health, dental, vision & 401K. 1 year recent exp. & clean MVR. Call 309834-2017 or apply online. www.nuway.com. 11.13 CLASS-A DRIVERS Immediate work in the Beardstown area. Spotter positions **Home Daily** Several shifts available in the Beardstown area. Full benefits & vacation. Premiumfree family health insurance. Must be able to back T/T's in close proximity safely. CDL-A, 6-mos. Exp. Req. Call Sharkey Today! 800354-8945 sharkeydrivingjobs. com 11.13 WA R E H O U S E / D R I V E R : Wausau Supply Company, Jacksonville, IL seeks warehouse/material handler(s) with a Class A CDL. Warehouse material handling & forklift exp. preferred. CDL-A w/100K mile experience required. Great pay & comprehensive benefits. Email resume to: humanresources@wausausupply.com or fax to: 877-879-4150. 11.13 DRIVERS: DEDICATED Fulton, MO account that gets you home weekly! Average $46,000/yr plus great benefits! Werner enterprises: 1-855-850-9707. 11.13

1100D REAL ESTATE Pike County

600 HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Experienced truck mechanic, must have own tools and valid driver's license (CDL a plus). Please call 217-7234513 and ask for Sonny or Andy. tf

FOR SALE 1 BR house. Living room, kitchen & bath w/ basement on double lot. Newly redecorated. See to appreciate. Located in Pittsfield. 217-285-6475.

SITE MANAGER, breed to wean (Nebo, IL). Oversee care and daily mgt. of breed to wean pork production facility. Req. bach in animal science/agriculture and 1 yr. swine mgt and hdlg exper or HSD and 3 yrs of stated exp. (Foreign equiv. degree/ diploma of stated education acceptable). Send resume to P. Tedrow, HR, The Maschhoffs, 38245 280th Ave., Pittsfield, IL 62363. tf

HOUSE FOR SALE: 4 Excellent starter home for a single person or a couple in a small rural community with excellent neighbors. 918 square feet cozy home is situated on a large lot. If interested, please call 1-217-2427262. tf

615 HUNTING LOOKING TO LEASE hunting ground. Short term or long term. 618-550-9406. 2.27.14

RESPONSIBLE HUNTERS looking to lease 40-500 acres for the 2013 hunting season. Call Josh 304-5326015. tf DEER HUNTERS: Rent Pittsfield country home away from home. 3 BR, sleeps 6+, fully furnished, move-in ready. 573-549-2530. Cell: 636-358-6994. TF

900A NO TRESPASSING Calhoun County ABSOLUTELY NO TRESPASSING on the property of Lloyd and Debbie DeSherlia in Batchtown. Violators will be prosecuted. 8.7.14 NO TRESPASSING on Marty Aderton property in Hardin. 7.14.14

NO TRESPASSING On Jack and Mary Jeaen Aderton properety in Hardin. 5.1.14 NO TRESPASSING no hunting on property owned by Martha Knight (also known as Marty Aderton), Lincoln Valley Road, Hardin. 11.11.14

900C NO TRESPASSING Jersey County PRIVATE PROPERTY No hunting or trespassing on any property owned by the Charles Rothe family in Jerseyville, Illinois, in Jersey County. Violators will be prosecuted. 12.19.13

900D NO TRESPASSING Pike County NO TRESPASSING on any and all land owned by Double Creek Farms, Inc. TF MY LAND loc ated in Sec tion 18 SW of Pearl is priv ate prope rt y. Hunti ng, fishi ng, trapping, trespass ing, for any purpose, with out the written, signed per mis s ion of the own e r, is strictl y forbidden. Violat ors will be prosec uted. Timothy Brinkm an. 11.27.13

1100D REAL ESTATE Pike County LARGE, NEW beautiful home near Summer Hill for sale with 19 1/2, acres, a finished basement, pond, in-ground pool, attached and detached garage with living quarters in the back of it, pull barn and much, much more. Please call 217-473-8811 for more information. tf FOR SALE Reduced lots. Suitable for home or travel trailer. These lots on 3/4 acre are located east side of Petty. Call 217-2855711 or 217-285-2948. 11.13

• 615 Hunting • 620 Kids For Hire • 700 Lost/Found • 710 Meeting Reminders • 800 Miscellaneous* • 900 No Trespassing A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County • 1000 Pets* • 1100 Real Estate* A: Calhoun County B: Greene County

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DATE: Saturday November 30, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. LOCATION: 3921 Airport Road, Godfrey IL 62035. Turn West Off Of US 67 On To Airport Rd. & Go 4 Miles OWNER: Mr. & Mrs. Joseph S. Cannon Jr. Watch For Sale Markers. See advanced Sale Bills On Our Searchable Website: www.joyceauctions.com 7060 AC Tractor/Canopy/ Duals: D-17 AC Tractor-Series 3; 1976 500 Ford Truck 16’ Bed; 1979 C 70 Chevy Tandem Truck; 1980 1460 Int Combine Axial Flow Internal Chopper; 820 15’ Platform; 863 6 Row Narrow Corn Head; 10 x 82’ Grain King Swing-a-away Auger /Hydraulic Lift (like new); JD 7000 6 Row Planter; No-Till-Monitor; JD 8000 Drill; Dunham-Lehr 15’ Mulcher; 851 NH Round Baler (auto-tie); JD 12’ Mulcher; 479 NH Mower Conditioner; 5 Bar NH Hay Rake; Int 24’ Field Cultivator / 3 Bar Harrow; JD 12 Shank Pull Type Chisel Plow; 230 Case Baler; 496 18’ Case Disk; 21’ Field Cultivation; Harrigator; 300 Gal Sprayer / Fiberglass Tank; JD R Manure Spreader; Battery Seeder; Post Hole Digger; D-17 Blade; 5’ Shredder; Wooden Trailer; Buzz Saw; Iron Wheels; Part Wagon of Smalls; 5000 BU BIN UNLOAD AUGER - SPREADER - FAN (BIN WILL BE SOLD STANDING) AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Must See Sale, We Will Start On Time - Don’t Miss Out!!!!!

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3BD.RM.home w/2baths ,frame home w/approximately 1500 Sq.ft. plus or minus, w/partial basement,has kitchen, livingrm,dinning rm,den and utility rm. Central air, GFA heat,electric hot water heater, appliances included. W/single car unattached garage .All sitting on approximately 1-3/4 Acres . Taxes approximately $1400. Terms:$5,000 down on the day of the sale (checks made payable to James R. Inghram,Trustee) Balance due at time of closing approximately within 30 days from date of court approval. All sales are subject to Bankruptcy Court approval. This sale held pursuant to the order of the Hon. Mary P. Gorman Judge in the U.S. Bankruptcy court in the central dist. Of IL. Termite Inspection: Wednesday Nov. 6 , 2013 See Auctioneer’s Web Site for Photos & Information

Jerry Joyce LN # 440.000186 (217) 368-2300 (217) 248-4073 Larry Derricks LN# 440.000206 (217) 243-4095 (217) 370-7007 Mark Pennell LN# 440.000552 (217) 243-1455 I.D. NEEDED TO OBTAIN NUMBER - NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS. ALL STATEMENTS MADE DAY OF SALE TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER PRINTED MATTER.

INDOOR ESTATE YARD SALE 612 Kesphol St., Pittsfield (corner of Lincoln & Kespohl). Friday, Nov. 15, 2-6 p.m. Sat., Nov. 16 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Furniture, men, women & baby clothing, lots of misc. 11.13

C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County 1200 Services* 1300 Wanted* 1310 Web Sites* 1400 Work Wanted 1500 Yard Sales A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County

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CRAFT/YARD/FLEA MARKET Saturday, Nov. 16 - 8 a.m.-4 p.m. American Legion Post 370, 420 Kelly Lane, Louisiana, MO. Over 50 tables of merchandise. Free admission. Vendors will stay till 4 p.m. 11.13

100 Automotive * 200 Business* 210 Church Services 220 Collectibles* 300 Farm Market* 400 For Rent* A: Calhoun County B: Greene County C: Jersey County D: Pike County E: Scott County F: Miscellaneous • 500 For Sale* • 600 Help Wanted* • 610 Hobby Shop/Handicrafts*

STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT

FOR SALE: Priced to sell. Lovely place, needs a family. Handyman special. Storm cellar, 50x25 building. Small det. garage. 314-202-8409.

1500D YARD SALES Pike County

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ANTIQUE & COLLECTABLE FIREARMS AUCTION 2600+ LOTS – December 6th, 7th & 8th IN ROCK ISLAND, IL

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Preview Thur., Dec. 5th, 10am-6pm. Auction begins 9am Dec. 6th,7th & 8th at RIAC’s facility 7819 42nd St. W., Rock Island, IL 61201 • 160 miles West of Chicago 17.5% Buyers Premium – Discounted to 15% for pre-approved check or cash. Open to the public.

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Curless Auction – Brian Curless Auctioneer 217-242-1665 IL Lic. #440000013 www.curlessauction.com IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF GREENE CARROLLTON, ILLINOIS

JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, Vs.

13-CH-00010

TIMOTHY L. CRAIN JR. AKA TIMOTHY L. CRAIN; ET. AL. Defendant. NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 7/24/2013, the Sheriff of Greene County, Illinois will on 12/11/13 at the hour of 9:30AM at Greene County Courthouse, 519 North Main Street Carrollton, IL 62984, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Greene and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-22-18-103-001 Improved with Single Family Home Commonly known as: 239 W. Praire Street Roodhouse, IL 62082 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-09754. I569172 10.30.13, 11.6, 11.13

Monday, Dec. 9, 2013 • 11 AM Property Location: From Nebo, IL follow the Vin Fiz Highway east 2 miles, then go north on 418th St. 1 mile. Property lies in Section 10 of Spring Creek Twp. in Pike Co, IL.

Sat., Nov. 16, 2013 • 10 AM

• Tract 1: Great 2 BR farm house & 3 outbuildings on 8.8 acres m/l fenced pastureland & pond. LEASE READ ALL COPY CAREFULLY. CHECK SPELLING AND PHONE NUMBERS. • Tract 2: 54.98 acres m/l, approx. 42 ac tillable (Clarksdale & Winfield) & s approved SNG Ad Factory and its affiliates will not be responsible for incorrect copy or layout. 12 ac timber. Please submit any changes through adtracker.qconline.com • Tract 3: 254 E 2706th St. Barry, IL, 1 1⁄2 story home in Beverly, IL. • Tract 4: 256 E 2706th St. Barry, IL, 1 1⁄2 story home in Beverly, IL. • Tract 5: 258 E. 2706th St. Barry, IL, Vacant double lot in Beverly, IL.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4).

FARMLAND AUCTION

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The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. For information contact Plaintiff’s Attorney: Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 E. Main St., Decatur, Illinois 62523 (217) 422-1719.

FSA: 44.44 ac tillable soils. Soils: Drury, Haymond, Wakeland, Orion, Coffeen! • Awesome Whitetail, Turkey & Wildlife Hunting Habitat! • Perfect Combination of Income Producing Farmland & Hunting! • Fertile tract in the picturesque Southern Pike Co Bay Creek Valley • Secluded wildlife haven with water, timber, and recreational income potential! • In the Smith family for generations ... once in a lifetime opportunity?!

Please contact the auctioneer for more information or to inspect the property. Terms, maps, & info online! Attorney- William Lowry 130 S. Madison St Pittsﬁeld, IL 217-285-4822

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vs. 12-CH-29 MISTI K. RUSSELL AKA MISTY K. RUSSELL AND TIMOTHY J. RUSSELL, Defendant. NOTICE OF SALE Property Address: Route 1 Box 122 Kane, IL 62054 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered on January 24, 2013 in the above-entitled cause, the following described real estate, to wit: Permanent Index Number: 04-143-29-307-022 Commonly known as: Route 1 Box 122, Kane, IL 62054 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on the December 12, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., on the first floor, in the main hallway, at the Greene County Courthouse, Carrollton, Illinois. The judgment amount is $119,254.40. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: The bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g)(l). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701 - OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. James A. Coale Attorney for Heavner, Scott, Beyers, & Mihlar, LLC 10.30.13, 11.6, 11.13

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of adults used a newspaper insert in the past month. 67% clipped and saved a coupon 59% used it to compare prices 52% saved an insert until they visited a store 43% used a special ad, sale or promotion to make an unplanned purchase of adults report using newspaper inserts the same or more often than a few years ago. 71% usually check inserts to see what is on sale 67% make a point to look at inserts when in the market for what is being sold 66% say inserts make it easier to comparison shop 61% say inserts are part of their weekly routine 61% say inserts save time and money

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