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By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press A push by a Rockford legislator to prohibit schools from using Native American Mascots has gained traction in Springfield.

A committee hearing was held March 4 on the matter and it passed out of committee 13-8 and was scheduled to go to the house floor for debate. If it passes the house, the house, it will go to the senate and be heard in committee there, before going to the floor. If approved on the House floor, the bill would proceed to the governor’s desk for his signature.

The bill took a step back, later last week, when the sponsoring legislature, Maurice West of Rockford, wanted the bill returned to the House committee with an amendment, leaving time for continued negotiations and giving school superintendents time to have their voices heard.

Pikeland Unit 10 Superintendent Paula Hawley has

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Illinois Trappers Association (ITA) board member Kory McAllister, right, demonstrates trapping techniques during the ITA Youth Trapping Camp on Sunday, March 8 at Hull’s Gardner Camp. Left to right — Bodie Marable, David Bickhaus, Max Kinder and Tripp Flesch — were among 30 youth attendees who took part in the two day camp. See full story on the Health and Fitness page on A6.

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By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Licensed water operators are difficult to find and the city of Pittsfield is being proactive considering both of their technicians are nearing retirement age. Action on the matter was taken at the March 3 Pittsfield City Council meeting.

“Terry Liehr and Bill Jenkins will both be retiring soon,” Mayor John Hayden, said.

“We have had Jacob Seal in training and now Shane Allen, a 20-year member of law enforcement and the city of Pittsfield Police Force, will be moving to the water department. It takes about there years to get the license and we don’t want to be stuck in a situation where we have to hire an outside firm to do it. That is very expensive.”

Allen will start start training April 1.

“You can get a class 4 license just by testing,”Allen said. “But you have to work in a class 4 facility for two years before it’s official. That will be my first step. My goal is to get a Class 1 license.”

Allen said currently the police department is overstaffed and with 23 years of law enforcement under his belt, he thought it was time for a change. He says he will continue to work part-time for the Pittsfield Police Department.

The council also agreed to allow a group of churches in the area to close off one lane of traffic on all three sides of the square April 11 for an Easter egg hunt. Jamie Reel, campus pastor at the Crossing of Pike County, said the group will be willing to put up tape and barricades and take them down again, if the city could make them available.

The council agreed.

Kevin Ketchum, alderman Ward I, updated the council on the upcoming trout fishing day at King Park.

“The fish will be arriving soon and we are asking people not to fish in the lagoon until April 4, the day trout season opens,” Ketchum said. “We had more than 100 kids last year and we are hoping for better weather this year. It was 20 degrees last year.”

The council said they will try to have the walking bridge fixed by the April 4 date.

“But Representative West is taking a more educate not eliminate stance.”

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By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press John Hayden, mayor of Pittsfield, says the the city will begin the process of hiring a new economic development director soon.

Diana Hamlick, the former economic development director and the city parted way, Feb. 18.

Hayden would not comment on the separation except to say it was by mutual agreement.

Halmick joined the city in June, 2019.

Hayden did not say what the timeline was for hiring a replacement but said the matter is in discussion.

The city also issued two checks to Pikeland Unit 10, one for $68,936 and the other for $8,901 for what the school district lost due to the city’s two TIF districts. Other taxing bodies will split $13,480 for the same reason.

The council will also look at making the intersection of Monroe and Perry a four-way stop. The intersection was a four-way back in the 70s when the shoe factory was on the corner but then was reduced to a two-way a few years back.

“Now with the pharmacy being on the corner and QMG in the same block, we’ve had reason to think we should consider changing it back to a four-way,” Hayden said.

The council also agreed to start work on the lot where Mike’s Tavern was located.

The structure was torn down a few years ago and it has remained a dirt and mud filled area, depending on the weather ever since.

The city owns the property and hopes to gravel it, getting a good base on the lot, and then allowing parking in the area. The number of spots won’t be a lot, it will increase downtown parking for special events.

been watching the bill closely.

“As a district, we feel this proposal devalues our district’s history, which has always been a locally determined representation of the culture and community as determined by our ancestry and roots,” Hawley said. “We also believe taxpayers, who understand a community’s rich history and are responsible for funding a large portion of the district’s operations should have the strongest voice in determining how a school district should be represented.”

Maurice West, the representative who proposed the bill, says he did so after a constituent reached out to him about the matter, according to West’s legislative assistant, Simone Cameron.

“We got a lot of calls on the matter,” Cameron said. “Then the National Congress of American Indians became involved along with other federally recognized American Indians organizations.”

Cameron said the American Indians organizations who had expressed an opinion on the matter wanted the use of American Indians as mascots eliminated.

“But Representative West is taking a more educate not eliminate stance,” Cameron said.

If a school is to keep its mascot, the school must get written consent from a native American Indian Tribe within 500 miles of the district; at least twice a year

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Will the Saukee Indian as the mascot of Pittsfield High School be a thing of the past.

Legislation is making it’s way through Springfield put the mascot in danger.

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(Elementary & Secondary Education: School Curriculum & Policies Committee) 4) When the committee page appears and lists all members, click on the tab at the top middle that says “Notice of Hearing.” 5) Once that is done, to the right will appear a box that says “Create Witness Slips.” Click on that. 6) A new window will open, that lists the bills scheduled for the hearing. 8) Go down the list and find “HB4783” 9) At the far right end of that line there is a small icon that looks like a pencil on a piece of paper. Click on that. 9) A new page appears; In section I, fill that out with name, address, etc. On the lines that say “firm/business’agency and title” you can just write “SELF” or “None”. But all lines must be completed. 10) Section II, you can write “Self” or anything else you want. (Be courteous) 11) Section III, I would ask that you select “OPPONENT” 12) Section IV, click on “Record of Appearance Only.” 13) Then click “Create slip” at the bottom right, and you will have to verify the person filing the slip is human

offer an all district assembly to discuss Native Americans and learn about their history; teach a class on Native Americans and their cultures and file a report with the Illinois State Board of Education, certifying they have completed the standards.

“It is unclear if they are meaning a unit which we could just incorporate into an existing class or if we would have to add a class, probably having to hire a teacher and find a classroom,” Hawley said.

Cameron said it was her understanding that the class would be an elective, one-semester class that would teach history and culture of Native Americans.

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ISBE recognizes G-P during National School Breakfast Week

By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press In recognition of National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) — a weeklong celebration of the federal School Breakfast Program from March 2-6 — Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) staff visited Griggsville-Perry’s Griggsville campus on Friday, March 6.

NSBW’s aim is to make parents and community members aware of the healthy breakfast options available to students at local schools, as well as the numerous benefits of school breakfast. The federal School Breakfast Program provides nearly 12.4 million low-income children nationwide with a nutritious morning meal each school day.

According to the Food Research and Action Center (FRAC), a nutritious breakfast improves student academic performance and behavior in the classroom — and it improves the health of children who have limited or uncertain access to food at home.

“Breakfast makes students more able to focus and ready to learn,” G-P head cook Jessica Manker said.

Manker and her staff deliver breakfasts to each classroom every school day morning.

Due to the G-P district’s high household poverty rates, the federal government’s Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) allows the district to serve breakfast and lunch at no cost to all enrolled students.

“We’re a district where we are fortunate to be able to provide meals at no cost to families,” G-P superintendent Kent Hawley said. “It ensures all of our kids have adequate nutrition. Our cooks do a great job and our kids appreciate it.”

Griggsville-Perry’s Snack Pack program is another effort to ensure the district’s low-income students receive nutrition throughout the entire week.

According to Hawley, the volunteerdriven Snack Pack program provides students with healthy meals over the weekend.

“Kids go home Friday with enough food for two days,” Hawley said. “It has all the essential components — protein, carbohydrates, heathy fats, fruit.”

Emily Durbin, an ISBE consultant for school nutrition programs, says that school provided meals are vital in lowincome communities.

“Really, it’s just to benefit the student’s well-being.” Durbin said. “This is my favorite part of the job — just getting out and seeing schools in action.”

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Griggsville-Perry school cook Jackie Hibbert, left, and head cook Jessica Manker, right, deliver breakfast to each Griggsville classroom the morning of Friday, March 6.

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Emily Durbin, ISBE principal consultant for school nutrition, and GriggsvillePerry superintendent Kent Hawley discuss G-P’s school breakfast program during am ISBE visit on Friday, March 6.

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Griggsville Cemetery faces financial trouble

By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press John Birch, representing the Griggsville Cemetery, reported during the Wednesday, March 3 meeting of the Griggsville city council that the cemetery was in dire financial shape.

In fact, according to Birch, the cemetery has approximately $14,000 in its checking account, and the least expensive mowing bid for the upcoming year came in at $13,000. The next two bids to mow the 16 acre cemetery were $19,625 and $20,000. “The way things are going, the cemetery is not going to look as good,� Birch said of the impending budget shortfall.

The state comptroller’s office, according to Birch, has offered to provide input to the city and cemetery to deter-

mine the best course of action.

Birch said the cemetery has approximately $90,000 in perpetual care funds, however, due to state regulations, the cemetery cannot access these dollars.

Birch appealed to mayor Kent Goewey and the council members to consider the possibility of the city of Griggsville assuming responsibility for maintenance of the cemetery. “Once the money runs out, the state will step in, and it will be the city’s responsibility,�

Birch said.

Mayor Goewey suggested that the cemetery lock in the $13,000 mowing bid for 2020, and he suggested a meeting be set up with Birch, the comptroller’s office, and the city.

Birch went on to say that he believes it is time for someone new to take responsibility for oversight of the opera-

tions and maintenance of the Griggsville Cemetery. He appealed to community members to support the cemetery — by way of donations and direct involvement. “We won’t be running the cemetery next year,� Birch told the council. “We’ve been doing it for twenty-some years, and it’s time for somebody else to step up.�

Following Birch, Griggsville’s council heard a presentation from North Pike District Library board chair Denise Conkright regarding the library’s current status, its needs, and plans for the future. Board members Ann Williamson, MaKayla Wiese, Bunny Kennedy, Linda Meyer, Michelle Olsen, and librarian Kimber Martin were also in attendance.

Conkright told the council that over the last several

years the library’s services had grown in scope — including the number of books, public access to computers and wireless internet, inter-library loan, e-books, copying/faxing, scanning, email, and homebound delivery.

The amount of adult and youth programming offered by the library has also grown dramatically according to Conkright. Examples include Lego club, adult craft nights, genealogy club, adult book club, and youth book club.

In addition, the library hosts regular author visits/readings and an annual summer reading program.

Conkright went on to report that since 2008 the number of individuals served by the library had increased by 300 registered users. The hours of operation of the library and the library’s operating budget

Pleasant Hill elementary school removes asbestos, resolves plumbing issue

By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press At the Monday, March 9 Pleasant Hill school board meeting, superintendent Ron Edwards let board members know that a significant plumbing issue had been repaired.

After unsuccessful attempts to auger out a failed section of drain, it was necessary to excavate and replace the drain beneath the concrete floor of the elementary school’s all-purpose room. Edwards said that the repair work involved removing asbestos tile and hammering through the concrete below the tile in order to reach the drain, which lays four feet below the floor.

Total costs of the repair work were $2,850 for the asbestos abatement and $3,300 for the concrete work, gravel, and plumbing. Edwards stated that the district elected to replace outdated toilets in the affected area during the project. The cost of the toilets is included in the work/cost outlined above.

Parents were notified of the asbestos removal procedures prior to the removal of the asbestos tiles. The removal was conducted by workers during an evening, when no students or staff were present.

The plumbing issue prevented lunch service in the all-purpose room. As a result, elementary students were served sack lunches in their classrooms. According to Edwards, students seemed to enjoy having lunch in their classrooms, and the lunch service was quicker and more efficient — allowing students more free time.

Edwards and members of the board discussed that the cost of the project seemed reasonable given the amount of work involved. Superintendent Edwards praised students, staff, and parents for accommodating the inconveniences of the plumbing project. The concrete floor affected by the project was replaced Tuesday, March 10.

According to Edwards, Pleasant Hill school district’s leadership team has been meeting on a monthly basis with consultants to provide professional development and improve leadership skills. At the group’s last session, they identified the personality profiles of each member of the schools leadership team and discussed how these profiles affect group dynamics at the school.

Action items at the March 9 board meeting included renewal of the district’s membership in the Illinois High School Association and the Illinois Elementary School Association. The renewals are routine and carried out on a yearly basis.

Board members approved two inter-fund loans from the school’s working cash fund. The first loan was $5,000 from working cash to the transportation fund. The second inter-fund loan was a precautionary loan of $75,000 from working cash to the district’s education fund.

The board also approved a memorandum of agreement between the school district and the Health and Wellness Foundation of Pike County. Per the agreement, the Health and Wellness Foundation will provide $50,000 to hire a licensed clinical social worker to work within the four Pike County school districts to provide counseling and intervention to students in crisis.

Griggsville-Perry, Western, and Pikeland had previously approved the memorandum of agreement with the Health and Wellness Foundation at those districts’ February school board meetings, which each occurred the evening of Wednesday, Feb. 19.

Several personnel items were approved during the meeting’s closed session — including the rehiring of elementary principal Ryan Lowe. The following nontenured faculty were rehired: Sara Steinkamp, Anita Mefford, Paula Chapman, Jenna Peebles, Michelle Baalman, and Michelle Spann. The board rehired and extended tenure to Jenna Simonsen.

have also increased significantly.

The increases in services and patronage, Conkright stated, have revealed deficiencies in the current library facility.

For example, there is a lack of access to the building for those with disabilities, a lack of adequate meeting/activity space, and a lack of administrative office space for library staff.

Library board members reported that they were looking for grants and other opportunities for growth, and that they were seeking to maintain a dialogue with the city and explore possible partnerships.

In other business, the council accepted the highest bid of $2,000 for an individual to purchase a city-owned truck.

Mayor Goewey also reported to the council that Adams Network would no longer need access to the city’s water

Mascot

(Continued from A1) changed the wording of the bill, adding an amendment that would form a Native American Tribal Commission of Illinois giving the Native American community oversight of how they want their imagery to be represented in Illinois high schools rather than having lawmakers hold that authority. “The commission would be made up of federal recognized Native American Indian organizations, school administrators, legislators, tribal representatives,� Cameron said. “Each school will be treated differently and could have a different course of study assigned to them.�

According to Hawley, it was her understanding, the governor would appoint members from federally recognized tribes, and the commission would create its own rules and have the power to approve or deny schools on a case-by-case basis.

Cameron agreed schools would be treated on a case by case basis, determined by their amount of cooperation during the process and other criteria.

Hawley said if the measure passed and the school were forced to eliminate the Saukee mascot from all school property, the cost could be astronomical. “We have signage, the gym floors,

tower, and that the company’s equipment would be removed after July 6.

Council members voted to include an unoccupied residence at 108 West Franklin Street in Griggsville’s fix-orflatten program.

Also approved by the council was the purchase and installation of two new streetlights for $12,340, maintenance and repairs to city water pumps for $5,010.80, as well as donations to Griggsville’s Little League and the Western Illinois Fair for $100 and $500.

Griggsville’s spring cleanup will be held all day Saturday, May 2. Goewey also presented members of the council with a list of properties in their respective aldermanic districts that were in violation of city code and needed attention.

all the uniforms, letterheads, the list goes on and on,� Hawley said.

Cameron said changes would not have to be made immediately, but as schools needed to replace items, they would replace them without the mascots as the time for replacements came up. “For example if a gym floor does not have to be repainted for 10 years, then the school would have 10 years to make the replacement,� Cameron said. “The same with uniforms and other items.�

Cameron said schools are given money to make these replacements and repairs so no additional funds would be required.

More than 50 public schools are listed as having Native American mascots. No private schools are listed but the punitive side of the bill says schools that do not comply will be ineligible for post-season competition, so they too would, apparently be affected.

The Illinois High School Association issued this statement when asked “The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) currently has no role or oversight in how its member high schools select their school mascot.

That process takes place at the local school or district level. We will continue to monitor the progress of this bill, and as always, will enforce any laws that encompass the IHSA.�

Vote

Walker Filbert for Pike County State’s Attorney I love Pike County.

I am seeking office not for a job, but for the opportunity for public service.

I seek to serve YOU – the citizen of Pike County, Illinois.

My two main roles: YOUR prosecutor and YOUR public lawyer for local government.

As a prosecutor, my philosophy is best stated by the first sentence of Illinois Supreme Court Rule 3.8: “The duty of a public prosecutor is to seek justice, not merely to convict.�

My goal is to work with your law enforcement, your schools and your local businesses to get ahead of problems before they start, and to quickly resolve problems when they arise.

As a public lawyer for the County Board, I will operate as I have for 27 years as a private lawyer: Solve problems everyday; promulgate and document best practices; and protect my client’s finances (i.e., your tax money).

EARLY VOTING THIS SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 9 A.M.-3 P.M. Go to the office of the Pike County Clerk in the old bank building at 121 E. Washington St., Pittsfield, Illinois and ask to vote. No need to wait until election day on March 17, 2020.

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TAKE A CHARGE AGAINST CANCER NETS $3,300 Left to right, PHS students Cooper Priest, Noah Petty, Noah Gay, and Will Guthrie present a check for $3,300 to Illini Community Hospital staff Katie Sidwell, Brenda Barton, and Kathy Hull.

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Despite rain and wind, Pittsfield public works/ maintenance employee Mike Reinhardt, left, and Pittsfield Work Camp corrections officer Jason Taylor, right, place artificial fish habitat on the north end of Lake Pittsfield Monday, March 9. IDNR district fisheries biologist Blake Ruebush, not pictured, was piloting the boat. The fish habitat project was a joint effort of IDNR and IDOC. Ruebush will make a map of the fish habitat placement at a later date.

PCHD Coronavirus statement

Pike County Health Department (PCHD) is working with their emergency partners to be prepared should a Coronavirus case present locally. This collaborative effort is part of the nationwide response to the evolving Coronavirus outbreak in China.

PCHD staff members receive information daily from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control, monitor media reports closely and send out pertinent health messages to local health care providers.

IDPH hosts weekly webinars for public health staff and hospital staff.

Hospital and Emergency Medical Services have received and reviewed procedures for clinical testing, care and transport, and necessary respiratory precautions of Coronavirus patients.

Other preparations include the coordination of lab testing for Coronavirus, procedures for identifying patient contacts, monitoring for signs and symptoms and assessment the availability of N95 respirators and other personal protective equipment. After-hours disease reporting to the local health department and quarantine and isolation procedures have also been reviewed.

IDPH, in coordination with, the Illinois Poison Control Center have launched the Illinois Novel Coronavirus Hotline and created an email address to answer questions the local health departments, clinicians and the general public may have regarding the 2019 novel Coronavirus.

Illinois residents can dial 1-800-899-3931 twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week or email DPH.SICK@ ILLINOIS.GOV to get their questions answered.

For more information, please contact Nancy Halpin RN at Pike County Health Department 285-4407 Ext 124.

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By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press Twelve years in the food service industry and a degree in biology from WIU helped make Payton (McKinnon) Dean a good fit to work at the Pike County Health Department when she started in October 2018.

Perhaps more valuable to Dean’s professional development was the opportunity, prior to previous director Jane Johnson’s February retirement, to train for the position of environmental health director under a 29 year veteran of the role. According to Dean, Johnson’s tutelage was invaluable, and she remains a valuable resource. “I couldn’t have been more lucky to learn from Jane,� Dean said. “She’s very receptive to my phone calls. Her experience is unmatched.�

Dean says her interest in food service began at an early age, as she was growing up in Pleasant Hill. From concessions stands to catering and waiting tables, Dean has seen a little bit of everything the western Illinois service industry has to offer. “I’ve done anything and everything in food service,� Dean said. “When I was 14, I took my four-wheeler to my first job at the Pleasant Hill pool. I was a life guard, but I did some food prep too.�

Since her time at the pool, Dean has spent the majority of her adult life working in kitchens or as a server in restaurants.

As Dean settles into her new position, her professional development continues. Later this month Dean will take the state test necessary to become a licensed environmental health practitioner.

While much of Dean’s working life has been spent in food service, her responsibilities as environmental health director go far beyond inspecting Pike County’s 152 food service and retail establishments.

The scope of Dean’s position include the regulation of Pike County’s private sewage/ septic systems, inspections of wells, coordi-

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Payton (McKinnon) Dean assumed the role of Pike County Health Department’s Director of Environmental Health upon the retirement of Jane Johnson in February.

nating the Smoke Free Illinois program in the county, and inspection of tanning and body art facilities.

The Pike County Health Department’s environmental health office is also responsible for controlling the West Nile Virus and other public health threats by responding to public health nuisance complaints. In addition, Dean’s office coordinates periodic tire drop-off services at the Western Illinois Fairgrounds in an effort to reduce standing water where mosquitos and other pests breed.

According to Dean, her role as health inspector and her role in code enforcement can be challenging, but Dean says she is here to serve her fellow Pike County residents. “‘Enforce’ can be a tricky word,� Dean said. People tend to get a little uneasy when working with the health department, but there’s really no need for that, because we’re here to help.� “As a Pike County resident, I truly want to see residents be able to do the things they want to do — just safely and according to code.�

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ZACHARY BOREN Pike County State’s Attorney To the voters of Pike County: It has been my honor to serve Pike County as State’s Attorney for the past five years. I am asking for your vote so that I can continue serving the county that we all love and call home.

After serving in the United States Army, I chose to come back to Pike County to put down roots and raise my family. My wife and I have three young sons and are “all in� for our church, our schools and the betterment of all our communities.

As your State’s Attorney, I have successfully prosecuted violent criminals, online predators, and drug distributors, making our county safer for all. My goal has always been to serve the people of Pike County with excellence and integrity, ensuring that equal justice is available to everyone.

With your support, I will continue fighting for all these goals. And I will do so honestly and fairly, always seeking the very best for Pike County. Sincerely, Zachary P. Boren Pike County State’s Attorney

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Take advantage of Pike Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s outdoor recreation opportunities Of course, Pike County is known for its excellent deer hunting, but Pike County presents a wealth of activities for outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes â&#x20AC;&#x201D; hunters and nonhunters alike.

Illinois is often portrayed as a flat, uninterrupted expanse of cropland, so visitors are often surprised when they see the hills, woodlands, and waterways of Pike County.

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A number of municipalities, units of government, and volunteer organizations invest a great deal of money and man hours in the maintenance of outdoor recreation areas. Show that you value this investment and the presence of these spaces by responsibly utilizing our parks, pools, lakes, and recreation areas.

Better yet, if you are able, go the extra mile to volunteer during projects that improve and clean up parks and public spaces.

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Speeches designed to provide exaggeration to induce drama and excitement even though the context tended to distort reality, facts, and truth. He rallied his crowd to control those who might disagree with his agenda. He kept to a fairly simple script, designed to seduce the masses. Many, at the beginning at least, were unable to fully

understand what they were supporting. Adolf Hitler believed himself to be in the right and that he was smarter than everybody else. He was arrogant and had contempt for those that did not agree with him. He was able to deceive ordinary people to support his agenda and create an obedient judiciary and later populace to carry out his agenda , no matter how absurd it became. He acquired more and more power by deceitfully placing the blame for negative events on persons or groups that were roadblocks to his aspirations. Sound a little like Donald Trump?

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PICKINGS FROM PIKEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PAST 25 YEARS AGO: WEST PIKE WINS THIRD IN STATE

150 Years Ago Mar. 17, 1870 Ever since Sunday last we have been in the middle of winter. Cold rain, sleet and snow have ruled the day and night. Spring doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to be within 400 miles of this place. But who cares?

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a railroad, and can get away from here if we want to.

Although we have nine FKXUFKHV LQ 3LWWVÂżHOG WKHUH are but three supplied with pastors, Congregational, Catholic and German Methodist. While the Baptist, Methodist, Christian, Episcopalian, Lutheran and German Lutheran are without.

Why this is thus we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pretend to say, but it certainly reveals an apparent state of lukewarmness.

The public school examinations last week were creditable to teachers and pupils alike. The progress made in the high, grammar, and intermediate departments was very manifest. The primary department is too crowded for effective service by the teachers.

The Barry Observer has revived, and we were SOHDVHG WR ÂżQG LW DPRQJ RXU exchanges on Monday.

The Quincy Herald is a most excellent Democratic paper, and it is the only daiO\ WKDW UHDFKHV 3LWWVÂżHOG E\ mail on the day of its publication. Five hours after its distribution in Quincy it may be found on our streets.

125 Years Ago Mar. 20, 1895 The weather is very Marchâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;now a pleasant day,

and then a cold blustery one with occasional snifters of snow.

The Nebo Signal is the title of a new paper started at Nebo by J.D. Rose, formerly of the Calhoun Herald, and his brother. The paper is to be Democratic in politics.

We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think Rose could publish any other kind.

The Wabash Railway is making a nice improvement DW 3LWWVÂżHOG -XQFWLRQ E\ turning and remodeling the depot.

J. O. Strubinger and Bro. are moving their grocery stock into the brick room of their store in El Dara.

John Hoskins is also making preparations to build a new shop in El Dara. We would like to see more of such improvement in our town.

No croaking about the wheat crop so far, but everyone met proclaims the crop LQ ÂżQH FRQGLWLRQ The Christian Endeavor of Time gave a sociable to a select crowd Friday evening. The band furnished the music.

100 Years Ago Mar. 17, 1920 Robbers entered the bank building at Kinderhook Sunday night, and forced open the vault and secured $656 in currency and a twenty-dollar gold piece. The safe was not damaged, and private papers were not disturbed.

7KH .LQGHUKRRN IDVW ÂżYH made a clean sweep through the 7th annual county basketball tournament, and won WKH FKDPSLRQVKLS 7KH ÂżQDO game was with Perry, who showed real stuff until the

second half when Kinderhook passed them, and won 19-14. The El Dara girls team won by defeating Hull 54 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4. Miss Murphy of El Dara threw goals from any SRLQW RQ WKH Ă&#x20AC;RRU 7KRVH were the only girls teams entered in the tournament.

The Valley City Land Syndicate, which has control of approximately 3500 acres in the Valley City Drainage and Levee District, which was recently organized, is making plans to plow a large acreage this coming spring and summer.

7KH EDUEHUV RI 3LWWVÂżHOG last week raised the price of a shave from 15 to 20 cents, and a haircut from 30 to 40 cents.

The present wiring of the courthouse has been condemned by the state of Illinois, and a contract will be let for re-electric wiring the courthouse.

75 Years Ago Mar. 21, 1945 Many farmers took advantage of the spring-like weather last week and sowed oats and quite a few gardens were planted around town.

Mrs. Freda Churchill of Kinderhook has been notiÂżHG E\ WKH :DU 'HSDUWPHQW that her son, Pfc. Daniel Mayes, was killed in action Feb. 19 on Luzon in the Philippines.

Mrs. Leta Campbell of 3OHDVDQW +LOO ZDV QRWLÂżHG Friday that her husband, Pvt. Emory Campbell, had been killed while on maneuvers at Camp Fannin, Tex. He was a brother of Ernie Dale CampEHOO RI 3HDUO VHDPDQ ÂżUVWV

class, on the missing list following the sinking of his ship, the light cruiser U.S.S. Helena, July 6, 1943.

The tenth military call IRU 0DUFK ÂżOLQJ KDV EHHQ received by the local draft board. This is the 85th military contingent from Pike County called to report for pre-induction exams.

Mr. and Mrs. Walter Clare Gaffney of 515 W. Washington Street, are the parents of a daughter, born March 17.

7KLV LV WKHLU ÂżUVW FKLOG DQG she has been named Cherryll Lucille. The mother was formerly Idella Utsinger.

Mrs. Everett J. Witty of Nebo is the mother of a son, born March 20. It will be recalled that her husband, Private Everett J. Witty, was killed in action Nov. 14, somewhere in France.

Glen and Merle Willard, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Loren Willard, met in Belgium about two weeks ago. They happened to see each other while marching, so their ofÂżFHUV DUUDQJHG IRU WKHP WR get together.

50 Years Ago Mar. 18, 1970 7KH 3LWWVÂżHOG 6DXNHHV defeated Christian Brothers 57-52 to win the Quincy Sectional. No sports writers picked the Saukees to win, but the Saukees, Coach Wayne Puckett and more than 1,600 loyal fans who followed them to Quincy thought they could win.

The Saukees became the fourth PHS team to advance to an equal point or beyond (1921, 1941, 1949), but unfortunately they were

stopped in the Macomb Super-Sectional by a strong East Moline team, 75-54.

Team members were Phil Borrowman, Jim Jenkins, Tom McCartney, twins Bill and Bob Anderson, Fred Grote, Bruce Callender, Rick McCartney, Steve Jenkins and Jay Carlton.

3LWWVÂżHOGÂśV QHZHVW UHWDLO store, the spacious and wellVWRFNHG 3LWWVÂżHOG )DUP DQG Home Supply, will hold its grand opening three days WKLV ZHHN (G 3URIÂżWW LV manager and Ted McCann is assistant.

Charlie Cheek will be the Democratic candidate for Sheriff and Paul (Bud) Ellis will be the Republican candidate in November.

Pat and Mike Powell, twin sons of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Powell, left Sunday for Great Lakes Naval training station. They will have 12 weeks of schooling on diesel and turbine engines.

25 Years Ago Mar. 15, 1995 The West Pike Cardinals won third place in the state tournament at the Assembly Hall in Champaign. With DQ RIÂżFLDO HQUROOPHQW RI 104, they ranked as the 4th smallest school to ever compete in the tourney. They ÂżQLVKHG WKH VHDVRQ ZLWK D 32-2 record, losing only to champion Normal University High and second place Aurora Christian. Players include Marty Hull, Jason Stotts, Peter Craig, Brock Billings, Kirk Mosley, Ryan Pulliam, Eric Hall, Jim Harris and Heath Hall. They are coached by Steve Joslyn.

Carolyn Casteel, owner of Casteel Color Wheel in 3LWWVÂżHOG ZDV KRQRUHG DV the Pike County Chamber of Commerce â&#x20AC;&#x153;Business Woman of the Yearâ&#x20AC;? at the chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual dinner Monday evening. David Calvey presented Johnson Stillwell the ÂżUVW Âł3LNH 3URPRWHU $ZDUG ´ The Early Tin Dusters of West Central Illinois recently elected Roger E. Yaeger RI 3LWWVÂżHOG DV WKH FOXEÂśV president for the year 1995.

Ed and Melvina House were awarded a plaque designating them members of the Groundbreakers Club from Illini Hospital Administrator Kathleen Milgard.

The Houses are principal supporters of the ambulatory care services.

10 Years Ago Mar. 17, 2010 7KH 3LWWVÂżHOG /DG\ 6DXNHH EDVNHWEDOO WHDP ÂżQLVKHG 8. Those receiving awards at the banquet Monday night were Marla Willard for Most Valuable Player, Abby Lipcamon for Best Defensive Player, Amber Adams for Saukee Pride, Alyssa Heavner for Most Improved Player, and Toby Elledge for Saukee Super Fan. They are coached by Jerry Edison and Kristi Heafner.

The Village Board of Nebo met Wednesday and discussed in-depth the future of liquor licenses being available, and will continue to take steps toward offering package liquor sales.

Q Pickings from Pikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Past is compiled by Michael Boren.

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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Happening GRIGGSVILLEPERRY Q The Griggsville-Perry Sophomore Class of 2022 is hosting Dairyland Donkey Basketball, Saturday, March 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Griggsville-Perry High School Nichol gymnasium.

Come and support your G-P staff, students, and community members. Advance tickets went on sale March 2 and can be purchased from sophomore student or Alayna Beard. Tickets can also be purchased at the door. For more information, contact Alayna Beard at bearda@ griggsvilleperry.org.

Q The North Pike Library in Griggsville is offering Genealogy Club on the first Thursday night of March, April and May 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. The library has Ancestry.com available for customer use thanks to the Griggsville Preservation and Restoration Society. Want to learn how to use Ancestry?

Come learn how to research and find more about your ancestors. Anyone is welcome. Contact Kimber for questions or more information.

PERRY Q Spaghetti lunch at North Pike Firehouse, Sunday, March 22, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Free will donation. Come by for lunch and support the North Pike Fire District!

PITTSFIELD Q The garden unit of the Pike County HCE will meet Tuesday, March 17 at 2 p.m. in the home of Rayola Daniel. That is St. Patricks Day - wear green jewelry. For the craft project please bring tiny flowers or leaves.

Q The Music Boosters Spaghetti Supper fundraiser is Friday, March 20 at Pikeland Community School in the cafeteria and gymnasium. Meals will be served while Chorus and Band students from both PCS and PHS perform beginning at 5:00 pm thru 7:45 pm.

Tickets may be purchased in advance from any Chorus or Band student or at the door that evening. This is the only Music Booster fundraiser for Pikelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Music program and we greatly appreciate the community support for this event each year. Parents of music students are invited to join the Music Boosters to become more involved in the program.

Q 4-H Federation Members will lead participants through Outdoor Adventure Stations on Wednesday, March 18, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. at the Pittsfield Public Youth Library. All 3rd-8th graders are invited! To register visit

Facebook.com/PittsfieldPL or call 217-285-5232.

Q The Great River Genealogical Society meeting will be held on Thursday, March 12th. Join us at 7:00 p.m. to hear about the History of the Illinois Veteran's Home of Quincy at the Lutheran Church of St. John, 3340 State Street. Refreshments will be served following the presentation. Mark your calendars for the April 9 meeting with DAR Organization and Membership by Registrar Anna Hecox and the Annual Dinner meeting on May 14 with Historical Society member Beth Young's A Closeup Look at Louise Maertz.

Q Pike County Senior Citizens Center at 220 W. Adams St. in Pittsfield will be holding their monthly fundraiser fish fry on Thursday, March 12 from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. The dinner includes a choice of buffalo or catfish, a choice of 2 sides, bread, tea and a choice of dessert.

Carry outs are available and all ages are welcome. Thank you for making this a success every month. See you on the 12th!

Q Pittsfield Girl Scout Troop #5676 is having a fundraiser at McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in order to raise proceeds for heros here and abroad, as well as for Girl Scout Troop Adventures. The fundraiser is on Wednesday, March 11, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. The girls will be singing, serving and giving way some raffle prizes.

Q VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Will be at the Pittsfieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s JWCC Southeastern Campus on March 13 and again on March 20. Please no businesses, farms or incomes over $56,000. Call Connie at 217-285-6150 for an appointment.

NEBO Q The Pike County Economic Development Corporation will be hosting a meeting with the USDA Rural Development at the Nebo Community Center on March 24, 2020. We would love to see a large turnout for this event.

Q Nebo Community Club will hold a quarter auction, March 28 at 5 p.m. at the Nebo Community Club.

ONGOING Q Applications for two $250 scholarships from Pike HCE and four $500 scholarships from IAHCE are available for college under graduates. To qualify for the Pike HCE scholarships, be a 4-year 4-H member or have a relative who is a current 3-year member of HCE (

Home and Community Education). For the state scholarship the applicant must have a relative who is a current 3-year HCE member.

Applications are available at school guidance offices or at the HCE office at 1301 East Washington Street, Pittsfield.

The deadline is March 15, 2020.

Q PEO, Chapter CD in Pittsfield is offering a $500 scholarship to a senior girl from Pittsfield High School following this school year.

Applications can be picked up at the Pittsfield Guidance office. PEO is an international organization that helps support educational endeavors for many types of students. For more information about this local scholarship, please contact Donna Tomhave, Chapter President at 217-285-2035 or Michelle Westbrook at Pittsfield High School, 217-285-6888.

Q The Crossroads Center gym will be open for walking Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. from Janaury through March.

There is no fee for this service but there is a donation box available if you would like to contribute to help offset building expense. Contact First Christian Church for more info 285-4129.

Q Nazarene's Samaritans Closet 117 S. Memorial.

New hours: Wednesday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Friday 10 a.m.

- 1 p.m. . Every 3rd Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Q The East Pike Lending Library is open Saturdays from 9 a.m.- noon. They offer a huge selection of books to loan and a wide variety in the free pile. No fees of any kind are associated with the library. Stop in and see what the fuss is all about. Enter as a stranger, leave as a friend.

Q The Pittsfield High School Class of 1955 will meet the third Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m. at the Cardinal Inn. Order from the men.

Q Barry Public Library is in need of a continuous supply of empty ink cartridges of all kinds including toner canisters. The library is able to recycle them to Staples in exchange for their office supplies. They can pick up in Pittsfield. Please call 217335-2149.

Q Do you have an old cell phone you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t use anymore? We will take all donated phones, even if they are damaged. They can be left at the Quanada in Pike County office at 941 W. Washington in Pittsfield. For further information, call 285-6119.

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Dolbeare speaks to Rotary on farming efforts in Zambia

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Eric Dolbeare, Nebo, is scheduled to speak to the Rotary Club of Springfield on efforts to improve farming methods in Zambia Monday, March 16, 5-7:15 p.m. at the Lincoln Land Community Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trutter Center, 5250 Shepherd Rd., Springfield.

Dolbeare is leading the effort in Lusaka to improve farming practices in the impov-

erished country.

The Rotary District 6460 Vocational Training Team is providing life changing guidance to the farming community in Lusaka, Zambia. The primitive methods, weather conditions and extreme poverty there have resulted in pervasive poor health and near starvation. Through District 6460 efforts, a team of Illinois farmers is teaching Zambia farmers ways to dramatically increase corn yields, critically

needed since corn is the primary food staple.

Dolbeare will speak on what is occurring and what will come next. Dr. Charlotte Warren, president of LLCC, will welcome the group, and Bill Harmon, LLCC professor of agronomy and agriculture program coordinator, will give an update on LLCCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expanding ag program. Dr. Vicki Megginson, president of the Rotary Club of Springfield, will lead the meeting.

Farm Bureau renames auditorium Earl C. Smith Hall

In a ceremony held Wednesday evening, March 4, the Pike-Scott Farm Bureau's auditorium was renamed "Earl C. Smith Hall".

The ceremony was attended by members of Smith's family, past Pike County Farm Bureau presidents, COUNTRY Financial representatives, and current FB directors and staff.

Earl Smith was a Pike County farmer who rose to prominence through the Depression leading the Illinois Agriculture Association. He was elected IAA president in 1926 and served until December 1945. Much of that time, he served concurrently as vice president of the American Farm Bureau Federation.

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Past presidents on hand for the March 4 renaming of the Farm Bureau auditorium in Pittsfield were, left to right, Kim Curry, Jim Koeller, David Gay, Terry Rush and Jerry Rodhouse.

Smith died in 1961. His homestead on the east edge of Detroit was recognized with a historic marker in 2006.

The dedication ceremony was the capstone of the year-long centennial celebration of Farm Bureau in Pike County.

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of Pittsfield's Helping Hands is held every 3rd Saturday of the month from 9-11 a.m.

Q Pike County Senior Citizens Center Widows Support Group meets in the Shaw room every 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month.

There also is a monthly card party/luncheon scheduled for every 2nd Wednesday.

The players play Pitch and Bridge and if you are interested please call the center at 217-285-4969.

Q Home and Community Education (HCE) board meets the first Monday of each month. Visitors and members of HCE are invited to attend the 10 a.m. meeting at the Farm Bureau building.

Q The Springfield Vet Center is now offering Readjustment Counseling in Pittsfield. We are currently at the American Legion Post 152 every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Veterans and their families can schedule an appointment by calling 217-4924955 during normal business hours and asking for John Mizer LSW. Q Bursting Bubbles foundation emotional support group on the first Wednesday of the month from 6-7 p.m. at the Pike County Housing Authority Community Building and at Illini Hospital on the second Thursday of the month from 6-7 p.m.

For more information call 217-335-2961.

Q The Western YMCA in Barry will be opening up to the community for free indoor walking Tuesday and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Coffee will be available. 1400 Mortimer St. Q Set Free is a non-traditional recovery program for adults (ages 18+), based on doing life together. Join us for Set Free every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Pittsfield Assembly of God. There is free childcare, from birth-6th grade. Learn more: Set Free Recovery Group on Facebook.com.

Q The Pittsfield Masonic Lodge meets the second Monday of every month at the Masonic Lodge.

Q Theology classes on

the Catholic Christian faith will be held Monday evenings at 7 p.m, at St. Mary's Catholic Church parish hall in Pittsfield. The classes are taught from the perspective of sacred scripture. Class instructor will be Rev. Mark A. Schulte, pastor.

Q The Pittsfield High School Class of 1959 will meet the third Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m. at the Courtyard Cafe Q Join Inner Harmony Yoga every Wednesday at the Pike County Senior Citizen Center at 5:30 p.m.

Q Meals Plus for Seniors serves lunch at noon, Monday through Friday at Findley Place. Over 60, meals are based on donations. Call Connie by 8:50 a.m. on the day you would like to make reservations at 217-2856150. Milk and bread offered with every meal.

Q The Pink Ladies Breast Cancer Support Group meets on the first Friday of each month at 11:30 a.m. at Carlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cardinal Inn in Pittsfield for an informal, dutch-treat luncheon. No reservation is required, and all Pike County women are invited to share in the fellowship, support and love.

Q The Pittsfield Ameri-

can Legion hosts a V.A. representative the second and fourth Friday of each month from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call John Glecker at 217-7797515.

OUT OF COUNTY Q Bluffs American Legion will hold chicken and fish dinners March 12, April 8, and May 13. All you can eat dinners. Menu: Fried chicken, fish, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, corn, slaw, dessert and drink.

Carry-out available, handicap accessible, and high chairs are available.

Q University of Illinois Extension Unit 14, Adams County Master Gardeners, John Wood Community College and Quincy Farm & Home will be offering the popular Gardenerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Palette on March 7, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3:15 p.m. with registration beginning at 8:00 a.m. Join us for our 25th Annual Gardenerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Palette at John Wood Community College â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1301 South 48th Street, Quincy. Registration is open through February 21; you can register online at http://web.extension.illinois. edu/abhps/ under EVENTS or by contacting your local Extension office. After February 21, the cost increases.

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Shade receives inclusion on prestigious list Laura Shade, a teacher with Pittsfield High School has been selected for inclusion into the Top Educators of America 2020

by The Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Who Directories.

Shade is the business teacher at Pittsfield High School in Pittsfield, Illinois, as well as the Webmaster supervisor and Saukee Yearbook adviser. She has taught at Pittsfield High for 3 years.

Shade teaches digital photography, web design, coding, animation, multimedia design, desktop publishing, and general business.

She is known by the yearbook staff as someone you can look up to. She is a great role model. If her students

are having a stressful time, she listens to their problems and helps as much as she can. Her secret to success is building relationships with her students.

Shade received a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of science in graphic communication, with a minor in art/design and business management from Western Illinois University.

She has a career and technical educator license in web page, digital/multimedia, and information resources design as well as in administrative assistant and secretarial science. She is a member of the Illinois Journalism Education Association and was awarded the Jostens National Yearbook Adviser

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LAURA SHADE of the Month for October of 2019.

Shade grew up and now lives in Pittsfield with her husband, Jeremy, and their two sons, Jace and Luca. She is the daughter of Russell and Patty Ruble of Pittsfield.

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FFA student Avery Bradshaw serves GriggsvillePerry teachers at the G-P FFA teacher appreciation breakfast Friday, March 6. Teachers, nearest to farthest, are Lori Stauffer, Kristine Bingham, Cindy Conkright, Shelley Armistead, Jamie Kelley, Paula James-Monroe, and Barb Woebel.

Griggsville-Perry FFA students Renae Martin, left, and Kaylee Spencer, right, cook pancakes during the FFA clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teacher appreciation breakfast Friday, March 6.

Trapping camp encourages outdoor recreation and conservation

CELEBRATING 50

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The Pittsfield American Legion honored Earl Rhodes with a 50-year membership certificate recently. Attending the ceremony were, Rhodes, seated. Standing, left to right, Rick Kremer, Phil McAllister, Mike Martin, John Gleckler, Steve Young, Carl Blacketter and Robert Capps.

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LAHOOD ATTENDS ANNUAL

LINCOLN DINNER

Congressman Darin Lahood was the main speaker at the Pike County Republican Lincoln Day Dinner Thursday, March 5. He is pictured with the M.C. of the evening, Rev. Jim Jacques and his wife Kris.

By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press On Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8, 30 local youth had the opportunity to learn the ins-and-outs of trapping from some of the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most experienced trappers.

The Illinois Trappers Association (ITA) Youth Trapping Camp was hosted by the Gardner Camp, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing young people with outdoor learning opportunities. The Camp is located about seven miles south of Hull in the Mississippi River bottom. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve offered youth programming since 2016,â&#x20AC;? Gardner Camp executive director Amy Lefringhouse said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;During the summer we partner with the YMCA and the Kroc Center to offer archery, hiking, kayaking, and orienteering. And we partner with the DNR for wing shooting.â&#x20AC;?

According to Youth Trapping Camp instructor and ITA board member Kurt McAllister, this is the third year that Gardner Camp has hosted the trapping camp. McAllister says that the camp is very much in demand each time it is offered. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Registrations fill up within 24 hours,â&#x20AC;?

McAllister said.

According to ITA, there are approximately 10,000 licensed trappers in Illinois.

Individuals engage in trapping for a range of purposes â&#x20AC;&#x201D; including income, recreation, and pest/population control. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve trapped ever since I was a kid,â&#x20AC;?

McAllister, a native of Detroit, said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve personally caught every fur bearer allowed in the state.â&#x20AC;?

According to McAllister, he sells the majority of his furs at the annual ITA Fur Auction.

The 2020 ITA Fur Auction was held Saturday, Feb. 22 in Shelby Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Strasburg.

Over the course of the two-day camp at Gardner Camp, attendees learned how to set and check a trap line, learned about trapping equipment and game identification, observed proper pelt preparation, and discussed trapper ethics. The camp satisfies the IDNR Trapper Safety Education requirement to obtain an Illinois Trapper License.

High school student Sunny Picone, of rural Nebo, attended the camp, so she would be able to trap raccoons and other pest species on her familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s land. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We trap at my grandmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in New Canton to help the turkey population,â&#x20AC;? Picone said.

Instructor Kurt McAllister points to the popularity of the camp with young people and the eagerness of those in attendance as proof of the growing popularity of trapping for sport, conservation, and income in western Illinois. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Obviously, there is a need for it in this area,â&#x20AC;? McAllister said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is probably the biggest ITA camp in the state.â&#x20AC;?

For more information on Gardner Camp, visit https://gardnercamp.org/.

For more information on the Illinois Trappers Association, visit http://www.illinoistrappersassociation.com/.

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By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Pittsfield girls and boys track teams competed Saturday at Illinois College in an indoor track meet.

The girls finished 11th and the boys were ninth out of approximately 40 teams.

Cooper Priest was the high finisher for the day with a first place in the high jump with a leap of 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;9.75â&#x20AC;?.

He was followed by Noah Turnbaugh with a jump of 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;5.75, good enough for a fourth place tie.

Skyler Smith had a personal best i the shot put with a toss of 34;2.75. Freshman Caden Anstedt was close behind with a throw of 33â&#x20AC;&#x2122;5.75.

On the girls side of the field events, Olivia Campbell hit 37.5.75â&#x20AC;? for an indoor personal best and a fourth place finish. McKayla Jennings threw a lifetime best 33â&#x20AC;&#x2122;1â&#x20AC;? and ninth place.

In the running events, the girls 4X 200 consisting of Allison Wessell, Jayden Stendback, Kate Cox and Chloe Lemons brought home a second place with a time of 1:55.51.

The boys also brought home second in the event, with Marco Ballinger, Jason, McKee, Logan, Howland and Max Couch. They were short .14 of a second of being first.

In the 55 m dash, Lane Yelliott and Jason McKee, both freshmen, finished with

7.31 and 7.30 respectively.

Coach Adam Singler said the team is struggling out of the blocks, but is working on it.

Allison Wessell missed a place on the podium by two places and Katie Cox finished seventh with a 7.85. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Seventh and third place were separated by .07,â&#x20AC;?

Singler said.

Melody Mangham and Tori Waters opened their 200m season. Mangham had a 32.35 finish and Waters had a 30.03, a three second over her junior high best.

Yelliott finished 22 in the 200M and Howland had a 10th. There are 14 heats in the event. â&#x20AC;&#x153; I really believe if we did not have to wait around as long as we did, both of these guys would have shown better results,â&#x20AC;? Singler said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Looking forward to the opportunities.â&#x20AC;?

Max Couch also had a individual personal best in the 400 with a 25.96 and a sixth place finish.

Finley petty ran the 1600m â&#x20AC;&#x153;What you get from a Finley race is always a fast start,â&#x20AC;? Singler said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She opened the first 400m in 1:28 and the 800m in 3:05.17. The 2nd half of the race caught up with her and she finished in 6:46. When we get more aerobic work put in, we will be able to maintain that early pace, but you got to love seeing someone get after it like she did.â&#x20AC;?

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Cooper Priest had a height of 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;9.75â&#x20AC;? in the high jump Saturday at an indoor meet in Jacksonville. The jump nearly matched priests outdoor personal best last year and gave him first from approximately 40 other competitors.

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Chloe Lemons showed the track world she is one to be watched this season. IN addition to running a 29.25 leg of the 4 X 200, Lemons also had a 30.38 in the girls 100m and 33.85 in the 400 and finished with a 1:04.23 for a fourth place overall finish. This is two seconds faster than her time last year and one of the Saukee best times for an indoor meet.

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Katie Cox ran her leg of the 4X200 in 27.93 and the team was able to finish second in the event.

The indoor meet was held at Illinois College in Jacksonville. Overall the boys team finished ninth and the girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 11.

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Members of the Saukee Youth Wrestling team that participated in regionals last month were, front row, left tor right, Sam Anderson, Will Walston, Chase Collard. Second row, Jake Oitker, Hunter Harrison, Jake Ator, Fisher McEuen. Also on the team were: Dylan Leonard, Isaak Kimber, Kylar Starman.

Saukee Youth had 14 wrestlers compete at IKWF South Regionals in Belleville Saturday Feb. 29. Ten wrestlers placed, earning a medal in their respective bracket.

Chase Collard finished third in the tots division.

Kyler Starman and Isaac Kimber both placed second in the bantam division.

Will Walston, Jake Ator and Dylan Leonard placed third and Sam Anderson

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Fisher McEuen placed second and Jake Oitker finished third in novice.

Hunter Harrison finished fourth in the senior division.

Will Walston, Jake Ator, Dylan Leonard, Fisher McEuen, Jake Oitker, and Hunter Harrison advanced to compete in sectionals in Highland Saturday, March 7.

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A big thank you to our daughter, Peggy and our grandchildren and their spouses for their special 70th anniversary party.

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over the worst of it.

Preston is visiting with us this week. His mom and her husband are taking a trip.

Preston will go to visit his dad Friday since there is no school that day.

I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like the new time.

I hear they are thinking about keeping it this way all the time. I hope they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t.

Everybody be sure to vote next Tuesday. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is important. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get out to vote but vote absentee. Cathy and Lyndle will be sitting

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May love and laughter light your days Good day to you fine folks, sure you have been enjoying the spring temperatures and sunshine, well quite a bit of wind with it too! But all in all it is so inviting!

The Pleasant Hill Community Club is hosting at pancake and sausage supper this coming Saturday 4 p.m.-8p.m. This is a free will donation. The money will go toward community projects.

This fine group is continuing to carry on traditions that were done over the years by the Lions Club.

It is that time of year again the Crescent Heights Cemetery will be starting spring cleaning Sunday, March 15.

Please go and get flowers and

memorial items you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want disposed of.

Speaking of this, John Thomas and committee, Thank you so much for always making sure this place is maintained and kept so beautiful. As a landmark in our town, I have to say it is one of the most beautiful, peaceful cemeteries Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve visited. Also since we are on the subject this is the day of the year to recognize funeral directors and morticians, it is with great honor we recognize our local Brad Lummis and wife Cheri. As difficult as their job may be, they always put you at ease with their kindness and empathy at your most difficult time in life.

Kudos to Pike Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest right here in our village!

The Nebo Community Club will be hosting a gun safety course. There will be class Friday, March 20 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. and Saturday, March 21 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m., one must attend both sessions. They need to preregister for the class by e-mail at vpspann@gmail.com or text Dean Spann at 217-4912436, due to the high number of phone solicitors he is not accepting phone calls that are not in his phonebook.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to wear your green, March 17 St.Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day it will be!

Happy Birthday Corner this week to Uncle George Kel-

By MARSHA HILL 217-437-2903 bmklh94@ yahoo.com ley March 13. Also Happy Anniversary to my In-laws Charlotte and Larry Hill, also Ron and Estalene(McKee) Hayden, both March 17.

An Old Irish Blessing â&#x20AC;&#x153;May love and laughter light your days, and warm your heart and home. May good and faithful friends be yours, wherever you may roam.

May peace and plenty bless your world, with joy that long endures. May all lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passing seasons, bring the best to you and yours.â&#x20AC;?

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AND OTHER AREA NEWS Big week next week; election, St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, first day of spring March 17 -- Election Day and St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day; March 20 -- First Day of Spring and next month, April 12 -- Easter Sunday Election Day, March 17, there will be biscuits and sausage gravy at the Pleasant Hill Senior Center with the meal starting at 6 a.m. The cost is a free will donation. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend!!

Prayer requests: Bob Hull, Bonnie Prudoehl, Carl Blacketer, Chris Sitton, Connie Vermillion, Christine Henthorn, Darold Garner, Diane Garner, Frances Larson, Greg Ketterman, Ginger Whitlock, Helen Mays, Jamie Reel, Jenny Fox, Jerry Gully, Josh Bennett, Lois Thomas, Lisha Fee, Luetta Swartz, Linda Schnabel, Mark Vermillion, Melinda Chandler, Milo Klein, Pastor Gary Dice, Roger Straus, Radar Grim, Roger and Sue Robbins, Roger

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Deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Connie McFall who passed away recently. Her family fought a long, hard battle with her for years. She will be sorely missed.

The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. Psalm 8:9 Birthdays and anniversaries for This Week: March 11 -- Laura Gleckler, Marge and Walter Lamb March 12 -- Kevin Carnes, Sharon Burgdorf, Wendy Smith March 13 -- Chandler Helm March 14 -- Bob Hutton, Diane Garner, Ronnie Rush

March 15 -- Scott Miller, Lila and Brian Martin March 16 -- Clay Gosnell March 17 -- Dona Hibbard, James Francis, Tom Sims The next class luncheon for the Pittsfield High School Class of 1973 will be at Florence on Friday, March 27, at noon.

The first birthday of Sawyer Knowles, son of Katie and Terry Knowles, was celebrated Sunday, March 8, at the New Salem Town Hall. Lots of family and friends attended and food and visiting were enjoyed. Among the many who attended were greatgrandparents George and Ginger Whitlock. Don and Rita Knowles are Sawyerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paternal grandparents.

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The police records released by the Pike County Sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office include the following arrests and bookings. The records state that these are accusations and each individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Lisa M.Griffin, 55, Milton, was arrested March 2 at 6:40 p.m. on a misdemeanor Pike County warrant. She posted $150 and was released March 2 at 7:15 p.m.

Melissa R. Moore, 25,Pittsfield, was arrested March 2 at 9:22 a.m. on a felony Pike County warrant seeking to revoke probation. She remains lodged in lieu of $1,500.

Jazmine M. Lochbaum, 25, Liberty, was arrested March 2 at 1:44 p.m. on an Adams County traffic warrant. She remains lodged in lieu of $318 bond.

Mariah S. Collins, 25, Frederick, was arrested March 2 at 11:39 p.m. on an Adams County warrant. she posted $131 and was released March 2 at 11:47 p.m.

Thomas B. Shamblin, 32, Pittsfield, was arrested March 3 at 1:05 p.m. on a felony domestic battery charge and a misdemeanor Pike County warrant. He posted $1,500 and was released March 5 at 7:15 p.m.

Benjamin A. Booth, 31, Pearl, was arrested March 3 at 7 p.m. on three traffic charges: driving while suspended or revoked, operation of uninsured motor vehicle and fleeing to elude. He posted $300 and was released March 4 at 7:57 p.m.

Stephanie S. Wooldridge, 48,

Pittsfield, was arrested March 3 at 5:09 p.m.on a felony charge of theft over $500. She remains lodged in lieu of $1,800 bond.

A juvenile, 17, Millstadt, was arrested March 3 at 12:16 a.m. on a Pike County traffic warrant alleging failure to appear. The juvenile posted $600 bond and was released March 3 at 1 a.m.

Stephen R. Howard, 38, Jacksonville, was arrested March 4 at 11:31 a.m. on a misdemeanor Pike County warrant alleging failure to appear. He posted $500 bond and was released March 4 at 11:35 a.m.

Michelle A. Holtz, 50 Detroit, was arrested March 4 at 8:09 a.m. on a felony Pike County warrant alleging failure to appear. She remains lodged in lieu of $1,200 bond.

Conel H. Rogers, 21, Pleasant Hill, was arrested March 4 at 8:46 p.m. on a Pike County traffic warrant. He posted $200 and was released March 4 at 9:30 p.m.

Jordan M. Wallace, 28, Pittsfield, was arrested March 5 at 5:36 p.m. on a felony Pike County warrant alleging failure to appear. He remains lodged.

Craig E. Stauffer, 25, Nebo, was arrested March 5 at 4:17 p.m. on a felony Calhoun County warrant with bond of $150 and a misdemeanor Pike County warrant with a bond of $150. He posted bond on both charges and was released March 5 at11:10 p.m.

Dennis Beaver, 57, Pleasant Hill, was arrested March 6 at 7:58 p.m. on a felony Pike County warrant. He posted $300 and was released March 6 at 9:06 p.m.

Dispositions Traffic Speeding: James M. Denison, 11/29/54, Griggsville, $495, six months supervision.

Seat belt violation: Jennifer V. Kimber, 11/05/86, Pittsfield, $257.

Miscellaneous traffic: Santiago Anatolio Garcia, 1/8/77, Barry, unlicensed, $407.

Kayla K. Rouse, 6/17/93, Pleasant Hill, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, $257.

Rodger D. Sutton, 9/7/1960, Pittsfield, failure to reduce speed, $164.

Zephaniah B. Tipsword, 5/5/93, disregard traffic control device, $164.

Misdemeanors: Brenda L. Pryor, 10/29/63, New Salem, theft, $738, 24 months probation.

Felonies: David E. Cooper, 12/4/86, Pittsfield, possession of methamphetamine, $2,337, four years in the Illinois Department of Corrections, with credit for 30 days served.

Brenda L. Pryor, 10/29/63, New Salem, possession of methamphetamine,$3,935, 30 months probation.

Timothy L. Pryer, New Salem, $3,945, 24 months probation, 30 hours community service, first offender sentence, no judgement entered if he completes probation.

Runk pleads guilty to nine felonies in connection with Pike home invasions March 5 in Pike County Circuit Court, Tyler J. Runk of Jacksonville pled guilty to three counts of home invasion, one count of residential burglary, one count of unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon, one count of possession of a stolen firearm, and three counts of felony theft.

Judge J. Frank McCartney conditionally concurred in the plea agreement with a cap of 40 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Sentencing is set for 9 a.m.

May 13.

Pike County Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney Zack Boren prosecuted the case. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I look forward to the sentencing date,â&#x20AC;? Boren said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and to bringing some measure of justice, restitution, and closure to these victims.â&#x20AC;?

Due to the statutory minimum on the first count of home invasion, the minimum sentence Runk could receive is 26 years. Runk appeared with his attorney, Scott W. Schultz, of Jerseyville.

The case began with a series of residential burglaries in Adams, Pike, and Scott Counties Aug. 15, 2019, and continued with two home invasions in rural Pike County in the early morning hours of August 16.

The Pike County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department was the lead investigative agency for Runkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s case, with Sheriff David Greenwood and Sergeant Matt Frazier conducting a majority of the investigation. Significant assistance was provided by other Pike County deputies, the Illinois

State Police, the Jacksonville Police Department, the Scott County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department, the Adams County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department, and the Pittsfield Police Department. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All the law enforcement officers involved did excellent work on this case from beginning to end,â&#x20AC;? said Boren. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I commend them for their quick response and coordination. With their help, my office will continue to aggressively prosecute those who commit violent crimes in Pike County.â&#x20AC;?

The case involved three co-defendants. Oct. 22, 2019, Germarco D. Tate pled guilty to three counts of home invasion and one count of residential burglary.

He was sentenced to 32 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. He then filed a motion to withdraw his guilty plea, which is set for status at 1 p.m. March 24.

Dec. 19, 2019, Jordan T.R. Gallup pled guilty to two counts of residential burglary and one count of unlawful possession of a stolen vehicle. He was sentenced to 12 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections on the residential burglary counts, concurrent with 7 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections on the possession of a stolen vehicle count.

The last co-defendant, Edwin L. Powell, appeared in Pike County court March 3, , with his attorney, Marcus Schantz, of Springfield. He is set for arraignment at 11 a.m. March 31.

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Tabitha L. Butler, 37, Pittsfield, was arrested March 7 at 8:57 a.m. on a Pike County traffic warrant alleging failure to appear. She posted $250 and was released March 7 at 9:30 a.m.

Travis L. Buhlig, 35, Astoria, was arrested March 7 on a felony Calhoun County warrant alleging failure to appear.

He remains lodged in lieu of $2,000 bond.

Lynn N. Turnbull, 62, was

arrested March 7 at 6:24 p.m. on a felony Pike County warrant. She posted $300 and was released March 7 at 6:38 p.m.

Anthony P. Holmes, 52, Pearl, was arrested March 8 at 7:56 p.m. on a Calhoun County traffic warrant alleging failure to appear and driving while suspended or revoked.

He posted $250 on each charge and was released March 8 at 8:45 p.m.

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Vegetation Management Activities in Pike County Please be advised that Ameren Illinois will perform vegetation management in your area in the near future. Our professional vegetation management specialists will be managing vegetation on transmission rights-of-way that could affect our electric lines. This vegetation management work is necessary to protect the integrity of the electric system and to prevent potential safety hazards.

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VILLAGE OF MILTON ACCEPTING BIDS FOR MOWING SERVICE The Village of Milton is now accepting sealed bids for mowing of public properties in the Village of Milton.

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Bid proposals must be mailed to Village of Milton, PO Box 68, Milton, Illinois, 62352.

Deadline for accepting bids is Friday, March 6, 2020. Bids submitted after Friday, March 6, 2020, will not be accepted. No changes will be allowed once a bid has been submitted. A recommendation will be made to the Village Board at its Tuesday, March 10, 2020, regular meeting for vote.

The Village of Milton reserves the right to require evidence of insurance covering the delivery of mowing services.

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400 FOR RENT

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OFFICE SPACE. Prime location. Ample parking. West Washington St., Pittsfield. Call 217653-2548, 217-285-5925 or 217-653-0212. TFN CASH RENT farmland 50 acres - Brown County, Buckhorn Township. Phone: 217-4989985. 3.25.20 2 AND 3 bedroom mobile homes and houses for rent in Griggsville. Call for availability. 8332107. Lyndle Ellis. 4.8.20

LOOKING FOR 100/150 acres of land to lease for bowhunting. Contact Ken @ 717-5159809. 3.25.20 DEER HUNTING land for lease. Illinois residents, not outfitters. Willing to pay top dollar.

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900D-NO TRESPASSING PIKE COUNTY MAYFAIR FARMS ground North of Highway 10 East of Nebo is private property. Trespassing is forbidden. Violators will be prosecuted. 1.2.21 NO TRESPASSING or hunting allowed on my land in Pearl and Spring Creek township owned by Timothy Brinkmann. Violators will be prosecuted. 10.21.20

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FIRST CHRISTIAN Church. Indoor Sale/Bake Sale. Saturday, March 14, 2020. 8:00 AM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1:00 PM. Crossroads Center. Corner of Jeffer- READ THE classifieds every week for the best deals around! Place your for sale items today!

BLACK OIL seed, sunflower see or bird feed. son & Memorial. Pittsfield, Ill. 3.11.20 Call 217-285-2345 or 618-498-1234 to make 30 cents a pound. Call (217) 430-2881. TFN some extra cash.

SEED FOR SALE: NON-GMO, Farm, Clover, 900A-NO TRESPASSING CRACK YOUR pecans. 40 cents a pound.

Cover Crop, Food Plot, Yard Grasses, Seed CALHOUN COUNTY Call (217) 430-2881. TFN Cleaning and Mixing services, Select Garden NO TRESPASSING or hunting allowed on the Seed and Supplies. Call 217-593-7333 at land in Batchtown owned by Steve and Cindy 1300 Camp Point Seed Company. 4.8.20 WANTED FOR SALE: Riverside China cabinet birch Meszaros. Violators will be prosecuted. 8.5.20 wood (58â&#x20AC;? x 18â&#x20AC;? x 77â&#x20AC;?) $350.00, Dodge Ram NO TRESPASSING or hunting allowed on the HUNTER WANTS deer lease, insured, space 2500 mirrors $20, Kimball spinet piano w/ land in Batchtown owned by Marcy Klocken- for food plot or current ag fields, Calhoun, Jerbench $400 OBO. Grafton, IL 618-786-8999. kemper, Judy Lamer, Jeremy Russell, Bonnie sey, Madison. 618-406-8158 message. 4.28.20 Stepanek and Cindy Mezzos. Violators will be 3.11.20 WANTED: INDIAN artificats of all kinds. One JEFF SELLS Storage. Units available in Kin- prosecuted. 8.5.20 piece or entire collection. Free appraisals. 309derhook and New Canton. Call Jeff at 217338-3281. 4.8.20 242-1812 or Drew at 217-653-3000. 3.18.20 900B-NO TRESPASSING MCKINNON LOGGING BUYING WALNUT GREENE COUNTY TIMBER. No yard trees. 217-242-5401. 9.2.20 600 NO TRESPASSING, fishing or hunting of any HELP WANTED kind on the Buckhorn Farm located in sections HELP WANTED experienced waitresses and 14, 15, 22 and 23 of Woodville Township. Viocooks. Apply in person at Fran and Marilynâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s laters will be prosecuted to the fullest extent or call and ask for Bill or Lauren 618-498-4912. of the law. 2.5.21

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PITTSFIELD MACHINE is looking for production workers. Must be able to read a tape measure. Please apply in person at 609 North Fulton Street Payson IL. 4.15.20

ADVERTISE WITH US!

PUBLIC CONSIGNMENT AUCTION

Trailers, Cars, Trucks, Livestock Equip., Household, Toys, Posts, Straw, Antiques, Tools, Misc. Farm Machinery, Antique Tractors & Equipment

Saturday, March 14 | 9:30 am Prairie Land Heritage | Jacksonville CONSIGN EARLY TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF FREE ADVERTISING Not responsible for accidents. ID needed to obtain number.

All statements made day of sale take precedence over printed materials. This is a consignment, items must be consigned.

This sale bill was made 30 days prior to sale, more consignments coming!! Will run 4 Auction Trucks!

To Consign Items Call: Larry Derricks 217.370.7007 | Roger Strang 217.371.2530 Hank Pool 217.473.7431 | Dale Lair 217.473.2518 Chuck FairďŹ eld 217.473.3119

Land, House & Personal Property Auction Calhoun County, IL The Estate of Bernard (Buddy) Brinkman 48.7 m/l Acres with Duck Lake Possibilities & Household

When: Sat. March 28th, 2020 @ 10:00 A.M. on site at the farm. Property Will Sell @ 12:30 PM Land Location: In Calhoun County, IL. 11678 IL Rv. Rd., Brussels, Il 62013, 12 mi South of Hardin on the IL Rv Rd or 3 mi North of Brussels Luthern Church on IL Rv Rd. (watch for signs) Contact Terry @ 618-396-2563 for info. or viewing. This will be a small sale so be on time.

48.7 acres in Richwoods Township, Sect. 25 pg. 17 Acres & House: 48.7 with 45 m/l Tillable, 4 Room House (24â&#x20AC;&#x2122;X28â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) with (16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; X 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) attached Garage, (32â&#x20AC;&#x2122;X32â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) Barn, Water on property is supplied by a well. New buyer has farming rights for 2020. There is a ďŹ&#x201A;ow easement of 2.9 Acres where this property joins Swan Lake Wildlife Refuge.

Tractor, Car, & Machinery: 275 MF Tractor (2458 hrs), 3pt. Dirt Scoop, 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 3pt. Brush Hog, 2 Sect. of Harrow, 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 3pt. Blade, 2005 Ford Ranger Pickup Truck, 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Jon Boat w/Trailer, 125 JD Riding Mower, 1hp 3gal Air Compressor, Easy Start 180 Stihl Chain Saw, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; & 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Step Ladders, Power Tools, Hand Tools, Garden Tools, T-& Electric Posts, Fence Charger, 2 OLD Wooden Ladders, Beam Scale, Cross Cut & Hay Saw, Old Collectable Wrenches, Battery Charger, Live Trap, Front Tine Tiller.

Guns: Model 12- 2 ž Winchester 12ga., Model 270 Winchester 22 Pump RiďŹ&#x201A;e.

Household & Misc.: Flat Screen TV, GE Refrigerator, Sm. Kenmore Upright Freezer, Kitchen Table w/chairs, 2- 3pc. Bedroom Sets 1 Waterfall Style, Sofa Hideaway Bed, Like New Reclining Lift Chair, 2 Wooden Rocking Chairs, Sm. Waterfall Desk, Occasional Tables, Lamps, Old Wringer Washing Machine, Oil Lamp, Sm. Black Iron Kettle, WW II Army Jacket & Cantin Other Items To Numerous Too Mention.

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LAND IS GENERALLY LOCATED NEAR CARROLLTON, IL IN NORTHERN JERSEY AND GREENE COUNTY, IL. (CARROLLTON, IL IS LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 60 MILES SOUTHWEST OF SPRINGFIELD, IL OR APPROXIMATELY 50 MILES NORTH OF ST. LOUIS, MO.)

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Central ICANS - Run Date Week of 3/8/2020

This Day In History

EQUIPMENT: TUESDAY, MARCH 31 AT 9:00 A.M. To be held at the farm, located approximately 4 miles northwest of Carrollton, IL on NW 125 Avenue

March 11

Samuel Roxy Rothafel opened the famous Roxy Theatre in New York City.

Babe Ruth signed a two-year contract with the New York Yankees for the sum of $80,000.

U.S. President Howard Taft became the first U.S. president to be buried in the National Cemetery in Arlington, VA. U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Lend-Lease Act, which authorized the act of providing war supplies to the Allies.

Pravda denounced Winston Churchill as antiSoviet and a warmonger.

The DuMont network aired â&#x20AC;&#x153;Movies For Small Fry.â&#x20AC;?

It was network televisionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first successful childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program.

Reginald Weir became the first black tennis player to participate in a U.S. Indoor Lawn Tennis Association tournament.

The Lorraine Hansberry drama A Raisin in the Sun opened at New Yorkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ethel Barrymore

Theater.

U.S. Senator Carl Hayden broke the record for continuous service in the U.S. Senate. He had worked 37 years and seven days.

The American navy began inspecting Vietnamese junks in an effort to end arms smuggling to the South.

Levi-Strauss started selling bell-bottomed jeans.

Bobby Hull (Winnipeg Jets) joined Gordie Howe by getting his 1,000th career goal.

Mikhail Gorbachev was named the new chairman of the Soviet Communist Party.

Popsicle announced its plan to end the traditional twin-stick frozen treat for a one-stick model.

A cease-fire was declared in the war between Iran and Iraq.

In Chile, Patricio Aylwin was sworn in as the first democratically elected president since 1973.

Former U.S. President Nixon said that the Bush administration was not giving enough economic aid

to Russia.

Janet Reno was unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate to become the first female attorney general.

In Chile, Eduardo Frei was sworn in as President. It was the first peaceful transfer of power in Chile since 1970.

An explosion at a nuclear waste reprocessing plant caused 35 workers to be exposed to low levels of radioactivity. The incident was the worst in Japanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history.

The International Astronomical Union issued an alert that said that a milewide asteroid could come very close to, and possibly hit, Earth on Oct. 26, 2028. The next day NASAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jet Propulsion Laboratory announced that there was no chance the asteroid would hit Earth.

Two columns of light were pointed skyward from ground zero in New York as a temporary memorial to the victims of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. https://www.on-this-day.com/onthisday/ thedays/alldays/mar11.htm

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STORIES AND SATISFYING A SWEET TOOTH From left to right, Kenny Davis, Danny Guthrie, Lois Kelley, World War Two veteran Howard Sibley, John Kelley, and Carl Blacketer were among the earliest to arrive of roughly two dozen veterans to enjoy doughnuts and conversation during Pittsfieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Morning at the Mess Hall hosted by the All Wars Museum on Friday, March 6. Morning at the Mess Hall is held from 9-11 a.m. on the first Friday of each month at the All Wars Museum â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 320 North Illinois Street, Pittsfield.

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Elmer Bradbury Elmer Bradbury will celebrate his 100th birthday on March 15.

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Celebrating 50 Years Mr. and Mrs. Gary Shannahan of Mt. Zion celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday March 7 with dinner and friends in Springfield. They will celebrate their anniversary with their family in late May with a trip to Maui, Hawaii.

Gary R. Shannahan of Baylis and Betty J Capps of Pittsfield were married Saturday, March 7, 1970 at the United Methodist Church of Pittsfield.

He is retired from Illinois Power Company (Ameren) of Decatur, and she is a retired substitute school teacher of the MT Zion School District.

They have lived in Mt. Zion since 1973 and love traveling across the US as well as overseas. They are the parents of Kelli Shannahan-Carbis (Ian) of Gurnee and Mark Shannahan, deceased. They have two grandchildren, Isaiah and Ivy.

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