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VOL. 7 NO. 41

Thursday, May 2, 2013

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Ready for the races Members of the Red Hat Society celebrated their 14th anniversary on Saturday with a pre-Kentucky Derby luncheon event at the Princeton Elks Lodge. The Kentucky Derby will be held this Saturday with 20 thoroughbreds racing around the one and one-quarter mile track at Churchill Downs Racetrack in Louisville, Ky. The Kentucky Derby, known as the fastest two minutes in sports, has run every year since 1875. The Kentucky Derby is the first leg of the U.S. Triple Crown and is followed by the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes. The preshow for this year’s Kentucky Derby will be televised by the NBC network, beginning at 4 p.m. Eastern time.

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“The staff was very attentive and kept a close eye on me during my inpatient stay at Perry. I appreciated Dr. Pratt’s proactive treatment. The food was also very good and there was a nice variety from which to choose. I have now been going to Perry’s Lab for testing.

The Lab staff is efficient and the service is quick”.

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Your hometown beat

May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month

Meeting Calendar May 6 Princeton City Council, 7 p.m., city hall Princeton Park District Board, 4:30 p.m., Bureau County Metro Center Sheffield Village Board, 7 p.m., Sheffield Community Center Walnut Village Board, 7 p.m., village hall

May 7 Dover Village Board, 7 p.m., village hall Manlius Village Board, 5:30 p.m., village hall

Auction Calendar May 4 – Bill, Sandy and Doug Brown, real estate (former Tribune Building), 10 a.m., 413 S. Main St., Princeton, Tumbleson Auction Co., auctioneers.

May 4 – Lawn and garden public auction, mowers, utility tractors, implements, vehicles, RVs, trailers, ATVs, motorcycles and miscellaneous, 9:30 a.m., 401 W. Main St. (The Shed), Wyanet, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

May 18 – Kerchner trust, farmland, 10 a.m., auction held at 15212 Illinois Highway 92 (Green River Country Club), Walnut United Country Dahl Real Estate, auctioneers.

June 11 – Art and Donna Johnson estate, real estate, 5:30 p.m., 136 N. Washington St., Sheffield, Rediger Auction Service, auctioneers.

Seeking Sources Are you an area man who has his own “man cave?”

You know ... an area in your home, basement or garage reserved just for you. Or maybe you are the wife of a “man cave” owner? Either way, the Bureau County Republican wants to share your “man cave” with other readers in an upcoming special section in the BCR. Call BCR Senior Staff Writer Donna Barker at 815-875-4461, ext. 244, or email her at dbarker@bcrnews.com.

••• May 21 is National Waiters and Waitresses Day which recognizes the value and importance of a good waiter or waitress. The BCR would like to do a story about a waiter or waitress who enjoys their job and would be willing to share their career with other BCR readers.

Contact BCR Staff Writer Goldie Currie at 815-8754461, ext. 236, or email her at gcurrie@bcrnews.com.

••• The BCR is looking forward to seeing your springtime photos to share with other readers. Email your photos and information to BCR Copy Editor Terry Himes at thimes@bcrnews.com. You can also drop a photo by our office at 800 Ace Road, Princeton. Remember to let us know where you took the photo, as well as who is in it.

••• What kind of great treats are you preparing in your kitchen? We’re hoping you’ll share your recipes with our readers. Recipe columnist Judy Dyke would like to feature one of your recipes in an upcoming edition of the Bureau County Journal. Send your recipes to her at judyd2313@frontier.com. You can also mail them to her attention at the BCR, P.O. Box 340, Princeton, IL 61356.

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In 1978, a joint congressional resolution established Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week.

The first 10 days of May were chosen to coincide with two important milestones in Asian/ Pacific American history: the arrival in the United States of the first Japanese immigrants (May 7, 1843) and contributions of Chinese workers to the building of the transcontinental railroad, completed May 10, 1869.

In 1992, Congress expanded the observance to a month-long celebration.

• 18.2 million - The estimated number of U.S. residents in 2011 who were Asian, either alone or in combination with one or more additional races.

• 5.8 million - The Asian alone or in combination population in California in 2011.

The state had the largest Asian population, followed by New York (1.7 million).

The Asian alone-or-in-combination population represented 57 percent of the total population in Hawaii.

• 46 percent - Percentage growth of the Asian alone or in combination population between the 2000 and 2010 censuses, which was more than any other major race group.

• 4 million - Number of Asians of Chinese, except Taiwanese, descent in the United States in 2011.

The Chinese (except Taiwanese) population was the largest Asian group, followed by Filipinos (3.4 million), Asian Indians (3.2 million), Vietnamese (1.9 million), Koreans (1.7 million) and Japanese (1.3 million).

• $67,885 - Median household income for the Asian alone population in 2011.

Median household income differed greatly by Asian group.

For Asian Indians, for example, the median income in 2011 was $92,418; for Bangladeshi, it was $45,185.

• 12.8 percent - The poverty rate for the Asian alone population in 2011.

• 15.4 - Percentage of single-race Asians without health insurance coverage in 2011.

• 50 percent - The percentage of the Asian alone population 25 and older who had a bachelor’s degree or higher level of education. This compared with 28.5 percent for all Americans 25 and older.

• 85.1 percent - The percentage of the Asian alone population 25 and older who had at least a high school diploma.

• 20.7 percent - The percentage of the Asian alone population 25 and older who had a graduate (e.g., master’s) or professional degree. This

compared with 10.6 percent for all Americans 25 and older.

• 589,000 - The additional number of the Asian alone population who voted in the 2008 presidential election than in the 2004 election.

All in all, 48 percent of Asians turned out to vote in 2008 — up 4 percentage points from 2004.

A total of 3.4 million Asians voted.

• 1.5 million - Number of businesses owned

by Asians in 2007, an increase of 40.4 percent from 2002.

• $506.0 billion - Total receipts of businesses owned by Asians in 2007, up 54.9 percent from 2002.

• 44.7 percent - Percentage of Asian-owned businesses that operated in repair and maintenance, personal and laundry services; professional, scientific and technical services; and retail trade in 2007.

• 47.2 percent - Percentage of businesses in Hawaii owned by people of Asian descent.

It was 14.9 percent in California and 10.1 percent in New York. California had the most Asianowned firms at 508,969 (32.8 percent of all such firms), followed by New York with 196,825 (12.7 percent) and Texas with 114,297 (7.4 percent).

• 264,695 - The number of the Asian alone population military veterans in 2011. About one in three veterans was 65 and older.

• 48.5 percent - The proportion of civilian employed single-race Asians 16 and older who worked in management, business, science and arts occupations, such as financial managers, engineers, teachers and registered nurses in 2011.

Additionally, 17.4 percent worked in service occupations, 21.1 percent in sales and office occupations, 9.6 percent in production, transportation and material moving occupations and 3.3 percent in natural resources, construction and maintenance occupations.

• 80 percent - Percentage of Asians in 2009 living in a household with Internet use — the highest rate among race and ethnic groups.

• 33.5 - Median age of the Asian alone or in combination population in 2011. The corresponding figure was 37.3 years for the population as a whole.

• 25.6 percent - Percent of the Asian alone or in combination population that was under age 18 in 2011, while 9.0 percent was 65 or older.

In 2011, there were 1.4 million native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders who were U.S. residents. Hawaii had the largest population with 359,000, followed by California (329,000.)

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All about you Anniversaries 60th Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Padgett of Ladd, April 25.

Birthdays May 2 • Audrey Barlow • Cecelia Mestan • Steve Lampkin • Sara Hudson May 3 • Courtney Hartmann • Terese DeSerf May 4 • Alanna Whitmore • Dillon Pearson • Randy Gibson • Shirley Olin • Kathy Hassler May 5 • Jackie Martin • Adele • Jill Marenda

May 6 • Carolyn Senneff • Violette Epperson May 7 • Shelley Cook • Linda Townsend • Alex Pierce • Brenda Jensen May 8 • Trudi Buckman • Anthony Nordstrom • Deb Jikia • Zoe Hemminger • JoAnn Gerard • Randy Welsh • Katie Click • Bob Click • Liz Svadbik

Births Davis — Alan Davis and Sandra (Brokaw) Mallery of Tiskilwa, daughter, April 19.

Swanson — Douglas and Kathryn (Woeckel) Swanson of Spring Valley daughter, April 25.

Death Notices Erickson — Jack Arlie Erickson, 88, of Princeton, April 25.

Flood — Phillip Flood, 72, of Princeton, April 21.

Hartz — Nina N. Hartz, 95, of New Bedford, April 25.

Jackson — Elsie Jean Jackson, 74, of Princeton, April 25.

Manning — Jerry Paul Manning, 74, LeRoy, formerly of Bradford, April 27.

Rod — Alfred “Fritz” Rod, 79, of Mendota, formerly of Sublette, April 22.

Rod — Patricia Anne (Roth) Rod, 77, of Princeton, April 21.

Specht — Maxine M. Specht, 85, formerly of Tampico, April 22.

Weber — John C. Weber, 56, of Bartlett, formerly of Sheffield, April 18.

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LASALLE — The first flower and plant sale fundraiser benefiting the Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living and Grace United Methodist Church will be Friday and Saturday, May 3-4, in the church parking lot, 1345 Chartres St. in LaSalle.

Hours are from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Products are from Mid American Growers and Hornbaker Gardens.

LASALLE — The Polka Massters will perform a polka Mass at 4 p.m.

Saturday, May 4, at St. Hyacinth Church in LaSalle.

PRINCETON — A bluegrass, gospel and country music jam will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, May 17, at the First Lutheran Church at 116 N. Pleasant St. in Princeton.

Jams will continue the third Friday of each month. Players and listeners are welcome.

Snacks and soft drinks available. For more information, call 815875-2057.

Cinco de Mayo Festival MENDOTA — The Illinois Valley Hispanic Partnership Council celebrates its 15th annual Cinco De Mayo Festival at the Mendota Civic Center from 5 to 8 p.m.

Friday, May 3, to celebrate cultural awareness.

The festival is a free event and where one can enjoy authentic food, folkloric dancers, raffles, information booths, queen, miniking and mini-queen contests and entertainment for all.

Cookout WYANET — The Wyanet Community Club will host a cookout from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 4, at the Wyanet Locker.

The menu will include rib eyes, butterfly chops, pork burgers, brats, hot dogs, chips and pop.

Bingo PRINCETON — The Princeton Moose Lodge will host a bingo night at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 7.

Doors will open at 5 p.m. and sandwiches will be available for purchase.

The lodge will continue to host bingo the first and third Tuesday of each month.

For more information, call the lodge at 815879-5261.

Wine tasting PRINCETON — The Perry Memorial Hospital Foundation will host a wine tasting evening from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 10, at A Hundred Acres Orchard and Market in Princeton.

The event will include wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres with music provided by the “River City String Trio”. Tickets are $50 per person.

Bruce Jewelers has donated a 14 karat white gold, black and white diamond round cluster pendant as a raffle item.

Raffle tickets are $5 each. You need not be present to win.

To purchase tickets to the event and/or raffle tickets, call 815876-4481.

All proceeds from the event will benefit Perry Memorial Hospital.

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Car wash WALNUT — The Walnut Cub Scout and Boy Scout troops will host a car wash from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 18, in the Citizens First State Bank parking lot.

Washes are $5 for cars, $7 for vans.

Lunch will be available for purchase. The event is sponsored by Panther Outdoor Maintenance Services Inc. All proceeds will go toward fees for day camp.

Rod and custom show LASALLE — The Last Chance Swap Meet and Rod and Custom Car Show will be from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 19, at the LaSalle Speedway, Route 6, east of LaSalle. Open to all makes and models of cars, race cars and motorcycles. Rain or shine. Show car entry is $5. Vendors spaces $20.

Admission is $3, 12 and younger free with adult.

Car corral is $8 with one admission.

Free parking and a full concession stand.

For more information, contact Bob Beenenga at 815-228-3177 or 815442-3275.

Bingo PRINCETON — The Princeton Moose Lodge will host a bingo night at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 21.

Doors will open at 5 p.m. and sandwiches will be available for purchase.

The lodge will continue to host bingo the first and third Tuesday of each month.

For more information, call the lodge at 815879-5261.

Garden Faire and Walk UTICA — the annual Garden Faire and Walk sponsored by the Utica Garden Club will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 8 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 9, in downtown Utica.

There will be a great variety of garden and craft vendors and a plant sale with reasonably priced perennials, annuals, herbs and vegetables from the club members’ gardens.

The Garden Walk includes a self-guided tour of private gardens.

Tickets can be purchased for $8 at the Garden Faire.

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For more information, email: club@uticagardenclub.org or call 815667-4856 or 815-2524573.

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Library Corner PRINCETON — Today, Thursday, May 2, Secretary of State Drivers License Services will meet from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the library meeting room.

Also, library programs Director Ron McCutchan will present a program on Islamic Gardens at 6:30 p.m. in the library meeting room.

Monday, May 6, The Monday Night Movie will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the library meeting room and feature Charles Xavier who grew up privileged in New York and Erik Lehnsherr who grew up underprivileged in Poland. As children, the mind-reading Charles finds a friend in the shape-lifting Raven, and Erik finds an enemy in Sebastian Shaw, an energyabsorbing Nazi scientist who treats Erik like a metal-bending lab rat. By 1962, Charles has become a swaggering genetics professor, and Erik has become a brooding agent of revenge.

CIA agent Moira brings the two together to work for Division X. Tuesday, May 7, a WUNT meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the local history room.

A Talk About will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. The Lions Board will meet at 7 p.m. in the staff kitchen.

Wednesday, May 8, Nook Color and Nook Tablet basic workshop will be from 2 to 3 p.m. in the library meeting room. Bring a fully-charged device and Princeton library card. Chicks with Sticks meets at 6:30 p.m. in the library, and Widmark Wednesday will feature “The Frogman” at 6:30 p.m. in the library meeting room.

WALNUT — Walnut Public Library has teamed up with Vintage Tech Recyclers to host a cell phone recycle drive. It’s time to empty the junk drawers and help out the library. Drop cell phones off at the library, Celebrating 20St. years located at 101 Heaton If theof library is closed, leave it in the

drop box. Recycling old cell phones keeps toxic materials out of landfills. Drop-off is free, and there is no limit on the number of phones brought in. All proceeds from recycling old phones will go toward the library’s new furnace and air conditioner.

The library is also looking to host a large electronics recycle drive during the spring townwide garage sale. This includes old computers, printers, monitors, TVs, microwaves, etc. The library is looking for a building to leave about six large pallets for a week or so before and after the sale. The building must have a lock on it. The library staff would have someone attending the building during drop-off times. Another option is if someone in the community would be willing to lend a semi-trailer that could be closed and locked. The semitrailer would be parked in the library parking lot during the sale. Those interesting in helping the library locate a building or semi-trailer, please call Michele at 815-379-2159.

SPRING VALLEY — Story time is held from 5:30 to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays in the children’s room at the library. There is a story and craft-related project during this time for preschool through second grade children.

A parent must accompany their child. The event is free of charge.

TISKILWA — The library’s Earth Day program was for the birds! On April 22, 16 children and seven adults enjoyed the Earth Day celebration. Each child created an original bird house from recycled milk bottles. They also listened to stories about recycling, which were read by library clerk Sharon Anderson. Treats were made by Liz Piacenti.

LAMOILLE — The LaMoilleClarion Public Library’s hours quality and service! have been changed to noon to 6 p.m. on Mondays and

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On Wednesday, May 8, the library will hold a story hour at 2:30 p.m. in the children’s area of the library.

New books added to the library’s collection include: “Daddy’s Gone a Hunting”

by Mary Higgins Clarks, “Orphan Train” by Christina Baker Kline, “The Storyteller”

by Jodi Picoult, “Garden of Stones” by Sophie Littlefield, “The One and Only Ivan” by Katherine Applegate, “Llama Llama Nighty Night” by Anna Dewdney, “Red Truck” by Kersten Hamilton and “Even Monsters Need Haircuts” by Matthew McElligott.

For those who have considered purchasing an electronic device but aren’t sure where to start, maybe the library can help. Visit the library and try out a Nook, Kindle, Google Nexus, iPad or laptop. The Nexus, iPad and laptop are not available for checkout, but visitors will have the opportunity to try them while in the library.

These items have been made Photo contributed possible through the Eliminate the Digital Divide Grant.

The library also has become a member of the OMNI consorAbout 16 children gathered at the Tiskilwa Public Library on tium, which allows patrons to April 22 for a special Earth Day program. The children made borrow eBooks and downloadbird houses out of recycled milk bottles, read stories about able audio books. recycling and ate treats.

Summer is right around the library within the last couple of tinues to hold its preschool corner! This year’s summer months. Many of the books are story times at 10:30 a.m. on reading theme is “Have Book the first and third Mondays of Will Travel.” Beginning in June, on Amazon’s “Best Picks” lists. each month. The program is story hours will be on Tuesdays Stop in to see the wide range of titles that are now available. designed for ages 3-5. All chilwith Cara and Evan. More inforThe library is also taking dren must be accompanied by mation will be released soon. names of those interested in a a parent or guardian. Each sesSHEFFIELD — The Sheffield basic computer class. Sign up sion consists of stories, activiPublic Library would like to at the library to be added to ties and a craft. start a monthly book club. the list.

PERU – The Peru Public Interested adults should call The library’s book club is Library holds a story time for librarian Sue Lanxon at 815reading “Stay Close” by Harlan children ages 3-5 at 10:30 a.m.

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Coben this month. The club every Wednesday. Children OHIO — The Ohio Public meets at 1 p.m. in the library hear stories, sing songs, Library is hosting a book sale on the first Tuesday of the dance and learn finger plays. at the library through May 11.

Registration is required. For There are a variety of titles and month. Interested readers are welcome to stop by and join more information visit www. authors on sale.

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Around the county Manlius Class of 1948 plans Grand Reunion II Safety Town registration MANLIUS — The Grand Reunion II, sponsored by the Manlius High School Class of 1948, for members and their guests of the classes of 1932 to 1953 will begin at noon May 18 at Hunter’s Ridge Golf Course, Route 26 south of Princeton. Members

of the 1914-1931 classes and their guests are also welcome to attend.

The reunion will begin with a “Get Acquainted” period followed by lunch, presentations by the Manlius Historical Society and Bureau Valley School Foundation, entertainment — some of

Briefs Princeton Community Band begins ninth season PRINCETON — The Princeton Community Band will begin its ninth season with a first rehearsal from 7 to 8:30 p.m. May 9 in the Logan Junior High School band room. Rehearsals will continue each Thursday through July 25.

PCB is open to anyone in Princeton and surrounding areas who is high school age (including entering freshmen - fall 2013) through adult. Members must have instrumental music experience and should have their own instruments. High school students can receive community service hours for rehearsals and performances.

Interested musicians may join the band by coming to the first rehearsal. Music may be taken home to practice, but you agree to make sure the folder is returned to all rehearsals and concerts, even if you cannot attend. Members are asked to bring their own chair and music stand to concerts. Chairs and stands are provided for rehearsals.

There are six concerts this season: June 2, 16 and 30, and July 14, 21 and 28. All concerts are on Sunday evenings at Soldiers and Sailors Park in Princeton beginning at 6 p.m.

PMH Foundation to host wine tasting event PRINCETON — The Perry Memorial Hospital Foundation will host a wine tasting evening from 6 to 9 p.m. May 10 at A Hundred Acres Orchard and Market in Princeton. The event will include wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres with music provided by the “River City String Trio”. Tickets are $50 per person.

Bruce Jewelers has donated a 14 karat white gold, black and white diamond round cluster pendant as a raffle item. Raffle tickets are $5 each. You need not be present to win.

To purchase tickets to the event and/or raffle tickets, call 815-876-4481. All proceeds from the event will benefit Perry Memorial Hospital.

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which will be provided by attendees— and a picture taking session. The event will end with a show and tell session. Participants should bring those old pictures, mementos, school annuals and clothing, as well as the “good old days” stories.

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needed by May 11 and should include the class/ classes represented and $18 per attendee. Reservations should be sent to: Gail Etheridge, 28243 Woodside Drive, Rock Falls, IL 61071; 815-6264731. For more information, call Jim Carlson at 815-332-5916.

Scholarships Princeton Memorial Scholarship and Ruth E. Patterson Lang Scholarship PRINCETON — Application forms for the 2013-14 Princeton Memorial Scholarship Fund and Ruth E. Patterson Lang Scholarship Fund are now available.

Application forms can be obtained either in the Princeton High Guidance Office or may be downloaded at www.phs-il.org from the Scholarship link.

Any graduate of Princeton High School is eligible to apply for scholarship consideration.

All completed applications must be returned to Brian Church, Princeton High School guidance director, no later than noon on June 7. For additional information or assistance in obtaining an application form, contact the guidance department at 815-875-3308, ext. 229.

PAC art scholarship PRINCETON — Princeton’s Prairie Art Council will award the annual $1,000 art scholarship this spring. All art students who reside in Bureau County, and who will be attending college as an art major in the fall of 2013, are invited to apply.

The award will be determined through a portfolio competition. Students should prepare a portfolio of five to 10 original works, a statement of intention and a letter of recommendation. These should be delivered to the Prairie Arts Council, 24 Park Ave. East, Princeton on May 8 between 2 and 4 p.m. A panel of members appointed by the Prairie Arts Center will award the scholarship, and a $200 runner-up award. The winners will be announced during the following week.

Further information is available from area high school art and guidance faculty, and from Dana Collins, PAC art scholarship chair, at ndana@comcast.net.

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PRINCETON — The Princeton Junior Woman’s Club is now accepting registrations for its annual Safety Town program, set for June 17-28 at St. Louis School in Princeton.

Safety Town is a twoweek program that runs each weekday from 9 to 11 a.m. The program is open to children who are residents of Bureau County and are or will be 4 or 5 years old by June 1. The registration fee is $40 per child and includes 28 hours of fun and learning, two local field trips, guest educators and daily snacks.

For more information, visit the PJWC Facebook page. A registration form is available at tinyurl. com/cc32s3j.

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Entertainment ‘Kid Pickers’ It was just about the coolest thing you’d ever seen.

Most people might’ve described the old bottle as garbage.

True, it was dirty and Terri half-sticking Schlichenmeyer out of the ground. Yes, it was junk. But there was writing on the side and a date on the bottom. It was blue and when the sun hit it just right, despite the dirt, you could see something awesome.

Yeah, most people would call that bottle “garbage,” but you call it a treasure. And in the new book “Kid Pickers”

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When American Picker Mike Wolfe was your age, he loved nothing more than “picking through junk.” His room, he says, was filled with “rusty gold.” He especially loved bikes and old comic books.

“I never thought of it as junk,” he says. “To me, this was treasure.”

Picking is fun, you see, and becoming a Kid Picker is easy: having this book is a good start, and the tools you need are in your head. You shouldn’t even need a lot of money because some of the best finds are free or cheap. All you have to do is start looking for things that interest you.

Neighborhood garage sales are great places to pick. They’re also great places to practice using your bargaining skills, so you’ll need to know how

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You’ll find a lot of great stuff at auctions, but that takes practice, lots of caution, and an adult’s help. Keep your eyes open and know what you’re bidding on, or you could end up with something you’d never want in a million years!

Thrift shops are picker’s paradise. Antique stores have tons of treasures. Flea markets don’t have real fleas, but they do have lots of goodies. You might also have good luck picking within your own family’s attic or barn. Then, no matter where you find your prize, try to find out more about it. Who owned it? Where did it come from? Is it worth

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And finally… what are you going to do with it?

Remember thinking you might strike it rich with something you dug out of a barn, a box, or a bucket of dirt? Give your kids those dreaming possibilities, too, by giving them “Kid Pickers” to read.

Author and History Channel star Mike Wolfe speaks to the hearts of junk yard pups with a bit of biography and even more useful hints.

I liked the encouragement that kids get here – including advice on picking their family history – and I loved the pictures.

I also think the profiles of other young pickers are just plain fun.

Alas, the words “ask permission” are somewhat lacking here so,

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Cliffnotes “Kid Pickers: How to Turn Junk into Treasure” by Mike Wolfe with Lily Sprengelmeyer. 2013, Feiwel and Friends. $12.99/$14.99 Canada. 114 pages.

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Food court Warmer weather is finally here … I hope, and rather than heat up the kitchen when there are so many activities needing your attention, maybe just try whipping up some sandwiches for the family.

I hope you enjoy these.

Cucumber Sandwiches 1 8-ounce carton cream cheese spread 2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix 12 slices pumpernickel rye bread 2 to 3 medium cucumbers In a bowl, combine cream cheese and dressing mix. Spread on one side of each slice of bread.

Peel cucumbers if desired; thinly slice and place on six slices of bread. Top with remaining bread.

Serve immediately.

Cran-Orange Turkey Bagel

In a bowl, mash oranges 2 16.3-ounce tubes large with a fork. Stir in cranrefrigerated biscuits berry sauce. Spread cream (like Grands) cheese over the bottom 8 ounces cheddar cheese of each bagel; top with slices or 2 cups (8 turkey and cran-orange ounces) shredded sauce. Replace bagel tops. cheddar cheese In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink; drain. Add the taco season1/4 cup steak sauce (I ing and prepare according like A-1) to package directions. Cool 2 tablespoons plus 1/3 slightly. Flatten half of the cup Shake ‘n Bake biscuits into 4-inch circles; seasoned coating mix, place on cookie sheet. divided Spoon 1/4 cup meat mix1 pound ground beef ture onto each; top with 4 hamburger buns In a bowl, combine the two cheese slices or 1/4 steak sauce and 2 table- cup shredded cheese. Flatspoons of coating mix. ten the remaining biscuits; Crumble beef over mixture place on top and pinch and mix until combined. edges to seal tightly. Bake Shape into four 3 1/2-inch at 400° for 15 minutes or patties. Dip both sides of until golden brown. patties in remaining coating. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until 6 hot dogs, minced no longer pink, turning 1/2 cup dill pickle relish once. Serve on buns with 1/4 cup chili sauce desired condiments.

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mustard 12 slices of bread In a small bowl, combine hot dogs, relish, chili sauce and mustard. Mix well. Spread on six slices of bread; top with the remaining bread.

Italian Beef Hoagies 1 boneless sirloin tip roast (about 4 pounds), halved 2 envelopes Italian salad dressing mix 2 cups water 1 16-ounce jar mild pepper rings, undrained Hoagie buns, split Place roast in 5-quart slow cooker. Combine the salad dressing mix with water; pour over roast.

Cover and cook on low for eight hours or until meat is tender. Remove meat; shred with a fork and return to slow cooker. Add pepper rings; heat through.

Spoon 1/2 cup meat mixture onto each bun.

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2 bagels, split and toasted 8 tomato slices 8 bacon strips, cooked 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese Ranch salad dressing Place bagel halves, cut side up, on a baking sheet. Top each with two tomato slices and two bacon strips. Sprinkle with cheese. Broil 5 inches from heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese begins to brown. Serve with ranch dressing.

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Recipes From Page 8

Triple-Decker Salmon Club 3/4 cup small curd cottage cheese 1/4 cup dill pickle relish 1 6-ounce can salmon, drained, bones and skin removed 1 celery rib, chopped 6 slices bread, toasted Lettuce leaves In a small bowl, combine cottage cheese and pickle relish. In another bowl, combine salmon and celery. For each sandwich, top one piece of toast with lettuce and half of the cottage cheese mixture.

Top with a second piece of toast; spread with half of the salmon mixture. Top with a third piece of toast and serve immediately. Makes two sandwiches.

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cups small broccoli florets envelope hollandaise sauce mix ounces sliced deli turkey ounces sliced deli ham slices sourdough bread, toasted In a saucepan, cook the broccoli in a small amount of water until tender, drain. Prepare the hollandaise sauce according to package directions. Warm the turkey and ham (I use the microwave) and layer over the toast. Top with broccoli and sauce. Makes four openfaced sandwiches.

Tangy Beef Turnovers 1 pound ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 1 16-ounce jar sauerkraut, rinsed, drained and chopped 1 cup (4 ounces) Swiss cheese, shredded

Thursday, May 2, 2013 • 9 3 8-ounce tubes refrigerated crescent rolls In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Drain. Add sauerkraut and cheese; mix well. Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into rectangles. Place on greased baking sheet; pinch seams to seal. Place 1/2 cup beef mixture in the center of each rectangle. Bring corners to the center and pinch to seal. Bake at 375° or until golden brown.

Nutty Marmalade Sandwiches 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/4 cup orange marmalade 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 to 2 teaspoons lemon juice 6 slices bread In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, marmalade, cheese and lemon juice; mix well. Spread over three slices of bread; top with remaining bread.

Corny Chicken Wraps 2 cups cubed, cooked chicken breast 1 11-ounce can whole kernel corn, drained 1 cup salsa 1 cup (4 ounces) cheddar cheese, shredded 8 6-inch flour tortillas, warmed In a saucepan, combine chicken, corn and salsa. Cook until headed through.

Spread cheese over tortillas. Place about 1/2 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla; roll up. Secure with toothpicks.

I hope you enjoy these quick and easy sandwiches. If you have any questions, email me at judyd2313@ frontier.com. I’m always happy to receive your recipes too, which I will publish in an upcoming column.

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Sports Senior spotlight Katie Hoffert Name: Katie Hoffert Nickname: Bugg.

School: Hall High School.

Date/place of birth: I was born on Dec. 7, 1994 in Spring Valley.

Hometown: Hollowayville.

Family: My parents are Mark and Lisa Hoffert. I also have three sisters, Tricia, Beth and Abby.

Sports: Cross country, cheerleading, and track and field.

Favorite sport and why: Track and cross country are tied for my favorite sport because I love to run.

Likes: running and ice cream.

Dislikes: mean people.

Person with the greatest influence on my athletic career (and why): Liz Mosbach has greatly influenced my athletic career because she is an amazing runner and her dedication and success has pushed me to be great like her.

Person with the greatest influence in my life (and why): My cousin, Julie, because she has inspired me to become a doctor.

If stranded on a deserted island, I would have my: Cell phone.

The CD in my player at home/car is: Taylor Swift.

People would be surprised to know: I have a major sweet tooth.

I stay home to watch: Criminal Minds.

When I need luck for a big game, I: Wear my spikes I’ve had since 6th grade.

The funniest person I’ve ever met (and why): Nicki Ernat.

Have you met her?

What they’ll say about me at school after I graduate: She was the valedictorian.

Most embarrassing moment: Tripping up the stairs while going to class.

Most unforgettable moment: Going to state three years in a row with my best friends and an amazing team.

Ultimate sports fantasy: Placing at State in cross country or track.

What I would like to do in life: I would like to be an OB/GYN when I grow up.

Three words that best describe myself: Outgoing, perfectionist, friendly.

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The ultimate sports fantasy for Hall senior Katie Hoffert would be placing at State in cross country or track.

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Proceed with caution in calling 900 phone numbers. All phone numbers prefixed by”900” are charged to the CALLER. Charges may be assessed on a “per minute” basis rather than a “per call” basis.

The Bureau County Republican Classifieds makes every effort to qualify these charges for the reader.

If you have a concern about an advertiser, please contact: Better Business Bureau 330 North Wabash Chicago, IL 60611 312 832-0500

- 300 Services 320 • Misc Services ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES RIGHT HERE! In the Classified. Just call 815-875-4461.

320 • Misc Services

We Remove and Recycle all appliances, farm equipment & vehicles.

Please Call 815-9156374

- 400 Merchandise 441 • Wanted to Buy

*WANTED* Old barns to dismantle for the lumber. Over 200 barns taken down in the area. Experienced, insured. Call anytime 815-303-7658

WANTED: Cattle squeeze shoot with head gate.

Call 815-223-7883

LIBERTY VILLAGE OF PRINCETON

Service Technician

JOB FAIR

140 North 6th St., Princeton, IL 61356 (815)875-6600

May 7, 2013 Open Interviews 7am-7pm.

Full Benefit Package. www.simplythefinest.net

WANTED: Chest freezer in good condition.

Call 815-646-666

For Tractor Repair Experience preferred, but will consider entry level individual.

Send resume or contact:

Diller-Rod

701 E. Peru St. Princeton, IL 61356

WANTED – Full Time Accountant for an Equipment Dealership • Associates/Bachelors in Acctg. or eq. experience required (BA preferred) • Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office • Responsibilities include: - Internal and external accounts receivable - Interface with retail customers - TEAM player that works with all departments - General office duties, filing, answering phones • Health benefits and 401k • Willingness to learn a new business system, comfortable working with customers, proactive in solving problems.

Email resumes to jobposting61540@gmail.com Resumes can also be mailed to: Job Posting 61540 PO Box 13, Lacon, IL 61540

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ANTIQUE SHOW. Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4.

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AUCTIONS $1.00 verbal antique appraisals.

Easy DRIVERS to do at home.

Smalls only.BROS. RITCHIE UNRESERVED PUBLIC

AUCTIONS EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS

Thurs, May 30 (Chicago) & RITCHIE BROS. Fri, May 31 (Joliet).

UNRESERVED PUBLICLarge equipment/ truck selection, 800 Ace Road PO Box 340 Princeton, IL 61356 EQUIPMENT AUCTIONS no minimum bids.

815-875-4461 Fax 815-875-1235 Thurs, May 30 (Chicago) & 815.941.6400 / rbauction.com Fri, May 31 (Joliet). Large equipment/ truck selection, BOATS no minimum bids.

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Bureau County Journal • bcrnews.com

Thursday, May 2, 2013 • Marketplace • 13

442 • Lawn & Garden

450 • Under $1000

460 • Garage Sales

460 • Garage Sales

460 • Garage Sales

TWIGGY'S TREE FARM *White Pines *Arbors *Norway Spruce *Colorado Blue Spruce *Serbian Spruce 3' Average, in nursery pots. Your Choice $15.

While they last!

815-303-8158 TWIGGYS TREE FARM Maple Tree Special *October Glory *Autumn Blaze 4' in nursery pots. $20. While they last!

815-303-8158

New rear tire chains for IH Cub tractor, $40; 4'x4' lighted sign, $80; large flashing sign (no letters), $50.

815-646-4321

BUDA 438 High Street.

Friday, Saturday, May 3, 4, 8am-4pm.

Baby girl and boy nb-2t & adult clothes S-XL, most name brand (.50¢-$1), glider, stroller, Eddie Bauer baby seat/car seat, grill, tent, movies, a lot more baby and misc. stuff

PRINCETON 416 West Hudson. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, May 2, 3, 4; 8am-4pm.

Bedding, throws, wired ribbon & many items never shown

RURAL PRINCETON 16025-2300 East Street.

East on Route 6. Saturday, May 4, 8am-3pm.

ONE DAY ONLY! Books, Records, Trundle Bed, Old Oak Table, 2 Old Chairs, Small Tools, Misc.

Stuff

448 • Pets & Livestock 2 Elderly Felines searching for caring foster home, due to family relocation. Call 815-875-4170 DONATE NOW! “The animals are crying” Tri-County Humane Society. LaSalle, Bureau, Putnam Counties.

Call 815-875-6145 or 815-872-9781 or send donation to: PO Box 1601, LaSalle, IL 61301

NEED PETS OR PET SUPPLIES? It’s right here in the Classified!

450 • Under $1000 2 pick up trucks with barn siding, some red/white/ naked, all cleaned. $850 or best offer.

Call 815-875-1245 3 Hanging strap on deer stands. $75, $65, $50.

Call 815-894-2884 40" Lawn Thatcher $50; Metal Cutting Table Saw $100; 195-75-15 tire $35.

Call 815-664-2236 Beautiful small TV/Video Cabinet, 37”x21”x44”, $70. Could also be used as storage unit. Very good condition. 815-878-7525 John Deere L110 Kohler 18, 42”, great shape. $950. Call 815-875-1802 or 815-876-7394 Set of YOUTH GOLF CLUBS with stand up bag. $50. Call 815-875-1910

Patio set: table, chairs, base, umbrella. Excellent shape. $75. Putnam. Call 630-661-4729 Pella wood folding door 78"x86" $50; 15' chest freezer $300; 1 hp swimming pool pump, sand filter $300. 815-646-4361 Recliner rocker, tan.$85; yard machine 1650psi, new in box, $100. Or best offers. Call 815-663-1231 Sewing Machine Cabinet, $15.

Call 815-875-3538 Solid oak table lion claw legs, $225; bag of 32 golf balls, $10; patio/porch table, 4 chairs, $80.

Call 815-830-8153 Torro self propelled bagging mower, $100. 3-harrow sections, $150 each. push reel mower, $50.

Call 815-303-9456 Ethan Allen Dining Table with 5 upholstered Queen Anne spoon leg chairs.

Has 2 leaves plus pad for table $150. 630-341-1663 ************ HAVE SOMETHING TO SELL? Put your ad in for FREE Items $1,000 or less can run FREE for 1 week. Limit of 5 lines.

Up to 3 items with price and price totaling under $1,000. 1 ad per household per week.

No commercial ads, firearms or animal sales.

Go to: bcrnews.com, to place an ad. Use category merchandize and bargains or E-mail information to: classified@ bcrnews.com (include your name, address & phone number) No Phone Calls!

Washer/dryer, $200 both; kitchen cabinets & counter top $800.

Call 815-878-9690

Need To Get The Word Out? We Can Help You Get It Out Here!

815-875-4461

MCNABB TOWN-WIDE GARAGE SALES (Including rural sites) Saturday, May 4; 8am - 3pm Bake Sale and Coffee Hour at McNabb Fire Hall.

Maps Available.

Restrooms NORTH UTICA 129 Wright Drive. Friday, May 3, 9am3pm; Saturday, May 4, 9am-2pm.

RIEBE ESTATE SALE Antiques, curved glass china cabinet, military foot locker, hope chest, bead board fruit cupboard, wooden rocker, enamel ware, oak end table, misc. household items PRINCETON 1255 & 1250 Woodridge Court & 1530 Deerfield Road. Thursday, May 2, 2pm-6pm; Friday May 3, 4pm-7pm; Saturday, May 4, 7am-noon.

Home decor/furniture, collectibles, holiday, outdoor gear, deer stand, maternity, baby gear, boy clothes newborn-18 month, girl newborn-6/9 month, baby gear, toys PRINCETON 128 Park Avenue West. Friday, May 3, 5pm-8pm; Saturday, May 4, 7am-12pm.

Hardware items, teen age clothing, toys, games, household, bicycles, office supplies, furniture, display racks, misc.

Rain Date: May 10 & 11th

PRINCETON 461 Griswold Street. Thursday, May 2 5pm – 8pm; Friday, May 3 8am – 2pm; Saturday, May 4 8am – 12pm. Lots of items, furniture, décor, adult, children, teen clothing & décor, jewlery, children & adult books.

PRINCETON 701 Linnwood Drive. Friday, April 26, 8am-5pm & Saturday, April 27, 8am-3pm. Also on Friday, May 3, 8am5pm & Saturday, May 4, 8am–3pm.

MOVING SALE. Larger size clothes, antiques, furniture, china/ display cabinets, misc. dishes, canners, jars, decorating items.

Will be adding more as space opens up

r ber you Remem dchild, ran child, g ephew n niece or h t wi a

Jenna Seibert

E E R F . y hda ad 1st Birt

April 10, 2012 Love, Mommy and Daddy

-600Transportation 614 • Car Sales

To place your FREE Happy 1st Birthday ad in the Bureau County Republican please send us the following:

******* $$ CASH PAID $$ We pay top dollar for junk (cars, machinery, etc.)

• Birth Date:________________________________________

Call 815-878-9353

• Salutation:________________________________________

NEED A USED VEHICLE? The Bureau County Republican Classified is a great source to help you find your next vehicle.

Garage Sales?

Advertise Here!

815-875-4461 EstatE aUCtION

FIREaRMs - sWORDs - KNIVEs CaP GUNs - DECOYs - aNtIQUEs

• Baby’s Name:_____________________________________

• Contact Name_____________ Day Phone:_____________ *Picture will be returned only if a self-addressed stamped envelope is included.

One Ad Per Child Please

800 Ace Road • P.O. Box 340 • Princeton, IL 61356 815-875-4461 • www.bcrnews.com/classifieds

LAWN & GARDEN PUBLIC AUCTION The following items will be offered at Public Auction located at The Shed, 401 W. Main St., Wyanet, IL 61379 Look for this and upcoming auctions on RickRediger.com and AuctionZip.com

SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2013 9:30 A.M.

SHEFFIELD, IL Attorney for Seller: Jim Reese Ward, Murray, Pace & Johnson, P.C. 202 E. Fifth St., Sterling, IL 61081 815-625-8200 Not Responsible for Accidents • I.D. Required

LAWN MOWERS & COMPACT TRACTORS John Deere X748 Ultimate, 4x4, 60” Cut, Ser# A030404, 1780 Hrs *John Deere 316, 50” Cut, Ser# X010493, 2071 Hrs, Pull Type Bagger & Front Mount Thatcher *John Deere X485, 62” Cut * Dixon Grizzly Commercial ZTR, 350 Hrs *John Deere 300, 48” Cut *John Deere LX255, 42” Cut *John Deere 425, 54” Cut *John Deere 160, 38” Cut, Mounted Bagger *John Deere GX255, 48” Cut *John Deere LA145, 48” Cut *John Deere 757, 60” Cut *John Deere 410, 42” Cut *John Deere 345, 48” Cut *Cub LoBoy, Mower Deck, 3pt *John Deere 285 Mower *John Deere LX172, 38” Cut *John Deere 245, Snow Blade *2005 Scag Turf Tiger ZTR, 61” Cut, 121 Hrs on a New Motor *2006 Scag Turf Tiger, 72” Cut, Deck Replaced in 2011 *John Deere 400, 3pt Hitch *Simplicity Broadmore Mower, 44” Cut, 16 HP *John Deere 54” Deck for 425 Mower *John Deere 325, 48” Cut, NICE Mower *Massey Fergeson 1200, 4’ Belly Mower, VERY NICE Tractor *Toro Model 70 Reel Type Mower, 10 HP Kohler *Simplicity Broadmore, 44” Cut, 17HP *John Deere LT155, 42” Cut *John Deere 445, 54” Cut *John Deere 240, 44” Cut *Toro LX468, 42” Cut, 46” Front Mount Blade *Exmark Lazer Z, ZTR Mower *John Deere 850 Tractor, Diesel, 3PT, Turf Tires COMPACT & UTILITY TRACTORS 2010 Kubota BX2660 Tractor, Loader, 4WD, 60” Belly Mower *Yanmar 336 Diesel Tractor, 1286 Hrs, PTO, 3pt, 2WD *Yanmar YM240D Tractor, Diesel, MFWD, PTO, 3pt, Ser#01325 w/ Woods #59 Belly Mower *IH 544 Hydro, Loader w/ 60” Bucket *John Deere 2010 Tractor, Loader w/ 72” Bucket *Ford 3000 Tractor, Loader w/ 60” Bucket *Bobcat 542B Skidsteer, Gas IMPLEMENTS & ATTACHMENTS Woods SGT88 Tiller, 3pt, PTO, LIKE NEW *John Deere 272 3pt Mower, 540 PTO *Woods #72 6’ 3PT Mower, NICE *Stout HD72 Rock/Brush Open End Grapple Bucket, Twin Ram *Service 6’ 3PT Blade *International 4’ 3PT PTO Tiller *John Deere 405 3PT, 4’ Rotary Mower *Woods HD315 Batwing Mower VEHICLES—RECREATIONAL VEHICLES—TRAILERS 2000 Ford F350 Dually, 7.3L Powerstroke, 2 WD, Crew Cab, Long Bed, Lariat, Aux Fuel Tank/Tool Box Combo *1999 Ford F250, 7.3L Powerstroke, Crew Cab *1993 Ford F150, Reg Cab, Long Box, 301 CI Engine, 4x4 * 2006 Prowler Camper, 31’ w/ 15’ Slide Out, Bumper Hitch *2003 Cameo LXI Carriage 5th Wheel Camper, 35’ w/ Slide Outs *1992 Haulmark 24’ Enclosed Trailer, New Heavy Duty Axles *1974 Chevy Custom/20 Truck, 4WD, Elec Over Hydraulic Dump Bed* PJ Trailers, 18’ w/ 2’ Beaver Implement Trailer, 2 5/16” Ball, Mounted Ramps, Tandem 8 Bolt Axles, Mounted Jib Crane ATV’S--MOTORCYCLES 2005 Yamaha R6, Model YZFR6L, 600 CC, 16,600 MI, Vin# JYARJ06EX5A024956, Dynojet Power Commander, Yoshimira Carbon Fiber Pipe, NICE BIKE *Honda TRX400EX, 399 CC, 2WD, Aluminum Wheels, ITP Holeshot Tires 50% Fronts 90% Rears, Ser# 478TE230514103648, NICE ATV *Polaris 325 ATV *2009 Polaris Sportsman 500, On Demand AWD *Suzuki Quadmaster 500, 4WD, 48” Blade MISCELLANEOUS Homemade 2 Wheel Lawn Cart *Chainlink Fence *Landscape Timbers *Full Size Scaffolding, 7 Aluminum Planks, 9 Complete Sections *Earth Quake Rear Tyne Tiller, Like New *Garden Composter *Wheelchair Lift for Receiver Hitch, Jib Crane for Wheelchair *Little Rascal Scooter, Router w/ Table *Tool Shop Wood Lathe *Wheelbarrow *Yard Cart *Miscellaneous Outdoor Furniture and Yard Art STILL ACCEPTING CONSIGNMENTS CALL OR BRING THEM IN TO “THE SHED” This is a Partial Listing – Many More Items – Preview during business hours Number System Will Be Used – ID Required – CASH OR GOOD CHECK Not Responsible for Accidents

REDIGER AUCTION SERVICE WYANET, IL 61379 – 815-699-7999 RICK REDIGER, AUCTIONEER

REDIGER AUCTION SERVICE WYANET, IL 815-699-7999 RICK REDIGER JON MOON JEREMY REDIGER

PRINCETON 1809 South Fletcher. Saturday, May 4, 8am-1pm.

Multi-Family Sale.

Lots of baby items, small animal stuff, books, Longaberger, Pampered Chef, bistro set, scrapbooking supplies & more

HAVING A GARAGE SALE? The Bureau County Republican can promote your garage sale. Just call 815-875-4461.

MEMORIaL DaY WEEKEND

MaY 25, 26 & 27, 2013

To Be Held At Tumbleson Auction Center Located At 1635 North Main, Princeton, IL

If you have any firearms or decoys please call today. Space is limited.

We are buying any firearms.

Please Call tumbleson auction Company

815-872-1852

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

The following described Real Estate will be offered at Public Auction located at the property, 136 N. Washington St., Sheffield, IL 61361 Look for this and upcoming Auctions on www.rickrediger.com

TUESDAY, JUNE 11, 2013 5:30 P.M.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Located at 136 N. Washington, Sheffield, IL, Bureau County – Manufactured single story home on concrete block foundation.

Approximately 1152 sq. ft. offering kitchen with dining area, living room, family room 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, on a crawl space with concrete floor, gas forced air heat and central air conditioning. The roof was replaced in 2009. On the 80’ x 150’ lot there is also a 2 car oversized garage. City water and sewer. Tax I.D. number is 14-19-176006. Brief legal description is Sheffield-North Add. L 2 BLK 25.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1) The successful bidder will be required to enter into a standard real estate purchase contract with 10% of the purchase price due immediately following the auction. The balance will be due and payable on or before July 11, 2013.

2) The seller shall provide a title insurance policy in the amount of the purchase price of the subject property.

3) The property is being sold in “as is“ condition, with no warranties of any kind.

4) The information is believed to be accurate. However, we strongly urge all prospective buyers to thoroughly research all pertinent data and to draw their own conclusions.

5) All announcements made the day of the sale take precedence over any previously printed advertised terms or conditions.

6) To view the property contact Rick Rediger – Auctioneer at 815-6997999.

***OPEN HOUSE*** Tuesday, May 21st • 5 -6 P.M. Seller:

ART AND DONNA JOHNSON ESTATE,

14 • Marketplace • Thursday, May 2, 2013

Bureau County Journal • bcrnews.com

Business Directory Marketplace

Ron SchafeR SeRvice and RepaiR appLiance RepaiR fuRnace & a/c

815-876-6135 BOB’S DRYWALL, PAINT, ETC CUSTOM SAWMILL SERVICES Native Hardwood Lumber Sales Carving Wood & Turning Stock Joe Murray 7544 1900 East Tiskilwa, IL 61368

815-876-6988

WYANET LOCKER, INC. 218 RAILROAD AVE. WYANET, IL

(815) 699-2208 Scott Sabin, Owner

Wholesale & Retail Meats

Pat Wood, Owner

wyanetlocker.com

Timber Falls Tree Service

•Tree Trimming & Removals •Stump Grinding •Lot & Land Clearing •Fully Insured •Seasoned Firewood •24 Hour Service

Princeton, IL • 815-875-3100 Clint Hassler 815-303-8451 RT Piper 815-866-2637

Bob Cmolik

• Drywall • Paint • Texturing • Bathrooms • Plaster Repair • Remodeling • Tiling 19 Aztec Circle, Putnam, IL 815-342-1385 bcmolik@yahoo.com

Ron SchafeR SeRvice and RepaiR appLiance RepaiR fuRnace & a/c

815-876-6135 • Business Cards • Envelopes • Booklets • Forms • Pamphlets • Letterheads For all your printing solutions call

875-4461

800 Ace Road PO Box 340 Princeton, IL 61356 815-875-4461 fax 815-875-1235

Blacktop Sealcoating Residential • Commercial • Sales • Installation • Service Sectional Steel Doors • Automatic Door Openers

Toll Free

AUTHORIZED DEALER

(877) 324-9517

(815) 872-2615

To

oil or water base patchwork hot rubber crack filling M. Dobbels 309-854-3813

add your listing to this page contact us at

Door to Door Stump Removal Tree Trimming & Removal

309.525.3327

William Murphy

Free estimates • Fully insured

T P.O. BOX 33 • Malden, IL 61337

815-866-6858

• Wedding Invitations • Napkins • Matchbooks • Thank You’s For Quality Carlson Craft Products See 800 Ace Road PO Box 340 Princeton, IL 61356 815-875-4461 fax 815-875-1235

Kernans’ Lawn Service 815-303-9665 cell: 815-303-9664

Sign a 1 year contract, receive last mowing FREE Commercial & Residental Lawn Mowing & Lawn Rolling Free Estimates - Senior Discounts • Fully Insured 15% Off Seniors & New Customers

10% off items over We do Upholstery Work $20 with With 30 Years of Experience this ad! Specializing in Furniture, Old & New, Ornate & Carved

Grand Plaza Antiques, Etc. 531 S. Main St., Princeton, IL 61356 815-437-2856 • Th-F-Sat 12 pm-5pm

Rest of the week by Appointment by Luck or Chance

(815) 875-4461, Ext. 278

Thursday, May 2, 2013 • Marketplace • 15

- 700 - 800 856 • Apartment Rentals Real Estate For Sale Real Estate For Rent

3 Bedroom Ranch, vinyl exterior. 2 bath, kitchen, appliances, living room, family room, gas fireplace, 2 car unattached garage, patio, deck, corner lot 132x81. 815-488-2717 or 815-894-2715

DO YOU HAVE A PLACE TO Sell? The Bureau County Republican Classified can help you find the right person to move in.

EQUAL HOUSING

OPPORTUNITY

HENNEPIN PARKVIEW APARTMENT. LARGE 2 BEDROOM, CLEAN, SMALL QUIET TOWN, GARAGE, BASEMENT, SINGLE LEVEL, WASHER DRYER HOOKUP. CALL 815-925-7509 or 815-343-5018 HENNEPIN Unfurnished apartment for rent. Large, clean, 2 bedroom. Heat, water, hot water, garbage, stove, frig included. $525 a month. Call 815-9257509 or 815-343-5018 PRINCETON 1 & 2 bedroom, recently remodeled.

Great neighborhood.

Lease, deposit. $425 & $600. 810 South Euclid.

Call 217-766-8497 PRINCETON 1 bedroom, recently remodeled. Great neighborhood. Lease, deposit. $425. 810 South Euclid. Call 217-766-8497 PRINCETON New Luxury Apartment. Very large, modern, 2 bedroom with walk-in closet, garage & appliances included. $795 a month + utilities. Must see! Phone 815-878-1984

DO YOU HAVE A PLACE TO RENT? The Bureau County Republican Classified can help you find the right person to move in.

YOU’LL FIND IT right here in the Bureau County Republican Classified!

EQUAL HOUSING

OPPORTUNITY

426 N. Main • Princeton, IL www.SuccessRealtyOnline.com

OPEN HOUSES SatUrday

1-2 PM 1320 S. Church St. • 709 Eastmor Dr. 2:15-3:15 PM 9 S. Homer • 1019 S. 5th St. (815) 872-7653

Open HOuses saturday, May 4

1:00 - 2:00 PM Charter Hill Subdv.

Princeton

2:15 - 3:15 PM 575 Anita Lane Princeton

Harvest REALTY

AND DEVELOPMENT

Ray Mabry, Broker

815-878-1981 • harvestrealtyprinceton.com

1st time on market!

Custom built in 1980, 3-4 bedrooms, 3 fireplaces, walk-out lower level, wooded yard, Corian countertops, Viking stove, 5 minutes from Princeton. $219,500

Harvest REALTY

AND DEVELOPMENT

Ray Mabry, Broker

815-878-1981 • harvestrealtyprinceton.com

PRINCETON small, 3 bedroom home. 2 car garage, central air. $600 a month.

Call 815-875-1923

Covered Bridge Realty

Open HOuse Sun. 1-3

WYANET beautiful remodeled 2 bedroom house.

Available now! References & deposit required. No pets please. Can show anytime. Call 815 9945082, for application

128 n. Euclid

PROMOTE YOUR OPEN HOUSE The Bureau County Republican Classified can help you get you home sold. Call 815-875-4461

www.c21coveredbridge.com 815-872-7434 • 100 S. Main St., Princeton Each Office is Independently Owned & Operated

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, May 4 • 11AM - 1PM

981 Elm Street, Princeton, IL $95,500

Gonet Realty & Land Co.

321 S. McCoy St. Granville 815-339-2411

12-062484 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF BUREAU PRINCETON, ILLINOIS MIDFIRST BANK ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) MARK PERRY A/K/A MARK W. PERRY; ) STATE OF ILLINOIS; UNKNOWN OWNERS) AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; ) UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS ) Defendants, ) 12 CH 93 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 21, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. in the office of HB Wilkinson Title Co., 10 Park Avenue West, Lower Level, Princeton, Illinois 61356, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 21-12-477-016; 21-12-477-017.

Commonly known as 320 Jefferson Street, Tiskilwa, IL 61368.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Sale Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, FISHER and SHAPIRO, LLC, 2121 Waukegan Road, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015. (847) 291-1717. Refer to File Number 12-062484.

I526044 Published in the Bureau County Republican Apr. 18, 25 and May 2, 2013.

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Visit us at www.bcrnews.com IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BUREAU COUNTY PRINCETON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. ) Plaintiff, ) -v.)

MICHAEL B. ZNANIECKI A/K/A ) MICHAEL ZNANIECKI, et al ) Defendant ) 12 CH 00061 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 21, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 11:30 AM on May 23, 2013, at the office of Russell, English, Scoma & Beneke, P.C., Ten Park Ave. West, PRINCETON, IL, 61356, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 25366 1150 NORTH AVENUE, PRINCETON, IL 61356 Property Index No. 23-05-300-006.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate 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/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to 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 Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. 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 will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. 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 this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

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-1).

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 14-1218468. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www. tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-18468 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 12 CH 00061 TJSC#: 33-4985 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I527996 Published in the Bureau County Republican Apr. 25, May 2 and 9, 2013.

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