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I watched Meet the Press Sunday morning as usual and was disenchanted with Chuck Todd as usual. This week Bernie Sanders called President Donald Trump a pathological liar, among other things. Whether or not I like Senator Sanders is a moot point. To show that kind of disrespect is something I personally can't excuse. Had someone called Barack Obama the same, I would have felt no different! However, what really set me back was Senator Sanders said next — which was of great concern to me — that there would be spontaneous protests across the country on February 25, including in conservative areas. If it's spontaneous, how the hell would he know? Is this what you call trying to bring a divided country together? Senator Sanders, on more than one occasion, has said his goal is to pull together. That's not going to happen the way he and others are behaving! But in my opinion, there's another purpose for this total disregard of respect from the Senator and others like him. Taking a close look, I believe there is a movement surrounding the Senator and those like him, and their goal is to add fuel to the fire, alongside the liberal media, and the Washington Democratic Party, to discredit Donald Trump every day of his Presidency. Why? It's quite simple. 2018 elections are just around the corner, and don't think for a minute they haven't concerned

themselves with even more eventual losses. But as long as the leaders of the Democratic Party are people like Chuck Schumer, Nancy Pelosi, Dick Durbin, and of course Pocahontas (Elizabeth Warren). In other words, the old guard. The Party will continue to lose until it doesn't exist. I would strongly recommend they began to look for new candidates that care about the American people instead of trying to stay in control just to be in control. But stepping back, to prove my point, I watched some interviews during one of the recent protests with college students. I found it disturbing that the majority of these young adults didn't have a clue why they were there and couldn't even name the seven countries the president had tried to ban or didn't know why. What the hell are these young people learning? But what I found even more disturbing is when the students informed their professors that they were skipping class, these classroom rocket scientists encouraged the actions. Now if that doesn't scare you, I don't know what to say. This is all part of the grand plan. We have six grandchildren. Four are old enough to vote, and each did. I don't know how they voted, I didn't ask. That's their business. But what I can say is that each has common sense, and if they protested something, they would know why! And that's not because of me or their grandfather, but because

they have always had parental involvement. They went to college to learn, and not to find a safety room. They don't need safety pins. Thank goodness. Now the fact remains, protests take money. I ask you to wonder who's behind these spontaneous protests? Could it be George Soros? Leaving you with this thought this week: I was raised by a staunch Democrat, my father. I was a registered Democrat for most of my adult life. What am I today? I would say an Independent, because frankly, I'm not that impressed with the Republican Party either! And as we look ahead to 2018, all parties should realize that President Trump wasn't elected by the Republican Party alone, but by many of today's Independent voters (the fastest growing voting block in the nation). Many of these people are former Republican and Democrat voters who have grown tired of the gridlock of Washington and the chess game our Congress is playing with our country, because of their self interests and reelection efforts, rather than the interest of working together to improve our great nation. Until next week. To comment on this or any column in The Shopper’s Weekly, please mail to: Editor, P.O. Box 1223, Centralia IL 62801, email to info@theshoppersweekly.com or drop it off at the office on 301 E. Broadway. In order for your letter to be considered for publication, you must provide your signature and an address and phone number where you can be reached. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published.

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Green Vegetable Chowder 6 to 8 medium leeks 2 small potatoes, peeled and diced 3 cups chicken broth or bouillon 1 (10-oz.) pkg. frozen peas, thawed 1/2 cup coarsely chopped watercress leaves

2 T. butter 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1/2 cup dairy sour cream

Trim and clean leeks; slice crosswise. In slow-cooking pot, combine leeks with potatoes, broth, peas, watercress, butter, salts, and pepper. Cover and cook on low 5 to 7 hours or until vegetables are tender. Pour 1/3 of mixture at a time into blender and whirl until smooth. Return mixture to pot. Turn control to high. Stir in sour cream; cook on high 15 to 20 minutes or until hot. Spoon into bowls; garnish with a few watercress leaves. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Bouillabaisse 1 carrot, chopped 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 (1-lb.) can tomatoes, cut up 3 cups water 2 bay leaves 2 cups beef bouillon 1/4 cup chopped parsley

1 T. salt 1 tsp. lemon juice 1/16 tsp. powdered saffron 1 lb. large uncooked shrimp, shelled 1 lb. fresh or frozen fish fillets, thawed and cut into 2-inch chunks 2 uncooked lobster tails, cut into 2-inch chunks*

1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves, crushed In large slow-cooking pot, combine carrot, onion, garlic, tomatoes, water, bay leaves, bouillon, parsley, thyme, salt, lemon juice and saffron. Cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours. Strain; return broth to pot. Turn control to high. Add shrimp, fish fillets and lobster.* Cover pot and cook on high 20 to 30 minutes or until seafood is done. Serve in large bowls with French bread. Makes 6 to 7 servings. *If lobster tails are cooked, add them about 5 minutes before serving.

New England Clam Chowder 1/4 lb. salt pork or bacon, cut in small cubes 1 onion, chopped 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 1/2 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper

3 cups water 2 (7-oz.) cans minced clams or 1 pint fresh shucked clams, cut up 2 cups light cream or evaporated milk Paprika

Saute pork with onion in skillet or slow-cooking pot with browning unit. Combine sauteed pork, onion, potatoes, salt, pepper and water in pot. Cover and cook on low 5 to 7 hours. Turn control to high. Add clams and cream. Cover and cook on high 15 minutes. Sprinkle with paprika. Makes 6 to 7 servings. *** If you have a favorite recipe and want to share it with us, just send it in c/o The Shopper's Weekly, P.O. Box 1223, Centralia, IL 62801 or email to: info@theshoppersweekly.com, (Subject - ATTN: Lizzie) Also, if you have a household problem, like a stubborn stain or a kitchen conundrum, drop us a line, our readers just might have your solution! I'm also interested in your general decorating or household tips. Send your message in a bottle and we might just publish it and enlighten our readers! Until next week, Au Revoir! —Elizabeth Fenton

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Have you ever wanted to ask questions about gardening topics? This will be your opportunity to attend six lessons on beginning Gardening topics provided by University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners and Extension Staff at Rolland Lewis Building starting Feb. 16. The lessons will provide information on the basics of getting your garden plot/ bed ready for planting vegetable plants and seeds this summer. Learn about some of the different soil types, how to amend your soil if needed for your plants to

thrive, how to identify weeds that might try to invade garden, insects that can be beneficial or destructive to garden plants, controlling diseases of vegetables, composting basics, benefits of mulching, and starting an organic garden. The program is open to the public, with no charge to participants. Area residents that would like to participate in planting at the Mt. Vernon Community Gardens are encouraged to attend. Open enrollment for t he Mt. Ver non Community Garden raised beds begins at 6 p.m. at the

Rolland Lewis Building on Feb. 16. This will be an opportunity to talk with the garden manager, Eric Gockel about the gardens. Lessons are listed below. Feb. 16, Soil Health, 6:30-7:30 p.m. F e b . 2 2 , We e d Identification, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mar. 2, Insects, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mar. 9, Diseases & Diagnosis, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mar. 15, Composting & Mulching, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Ma r. 2 3 , O r g a n i c Gardening (Companion Planting), 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Please contact Chris Lueking, at University of Illinois Extension Jefferson County office at 618-2420780 or lueking@illinois. edu if you are unable attend but would like to sign up for a garden bed at Veteran’s Memorial Park. University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, contact the extension office at 618242-0780.

BEGINNING GARDENING CLASSES OFFERED IN MT. VERNON Have you ever wanted to ask questions about gardening topics? This will be your opportunity to attend six lessons on beginning Gardening topics provided by University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners and Extension Staff at Rolland Lewis Building starting Feb. 16. The lessons will provide information on the basics of getting your garden plot/ bed ready for planting vegetable plants and seeds this summer. Learn about some of the different soil types, how to amend your soil if needed for your plants to

you're going through, what season of life you're in, we love you before we even meet you!" Group gatherings are held at the First United Methodist Church in Mt. Vernon, IL, in the Zydok Casey Room on the third Friday morning of the month from 10 a.m. to 12

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MOPS FEBRUARY MEETING MOPS of Mt. Vernon, IL will hold their February meeting on Friday, February 17, 2017. February's Theme is Together We've Got This — Finding Your People. MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a Christcentered, caring ministry for mothers of children aged birth through kinder-

garten. There is nothing they would like more than to flourish with other mothers. All moms are invited to join this group, no matter religion or whether they attend church or not. They say, "HAVE FUN with us, THINK with us, TALK with us, DO with us! No matter what

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The Kaskaskia College Music Department will hold a Jazz Showcase Dinner and Concert on Friday, February 17 starting at 6:00 p.m. The event will feature the KC Blues, under the direction of Professor Lynda Marshall and the Kaskaskia College Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Professor Cliff

Jourdan. Come join the Kaskaskia College Music Department for an evening of entertainment and delicious food! Travel back in time to hear g r e a t s l i k e “A i n’ t Misbehavin’”, “Come Fly with Me”, and “Do Nothin’ Till You Hear from Me” featuring the jazz combo and vocalists. Soloists will

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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My tomcat, "Morris," slipped out the front door a couple of days ago when my visiting aunt and uncle were chatting with other relatives in the doorway. He hasn't been back yet. I searched the yard and neighborhood for him without any luck. What else can I do? My uncle keeps saying that he'll just come back on his own after he's done "doing what tomcats do." Morris is neutered, so that doesn't make sense. What do you think? — Karen T., via email DEAR KAREN: Keep searching for Morris, and don't listen to your uncle, who is parroting an old observation that dates back to when cats were generally outdoor pets or working mousers.

Morris sounds like an indoor cat and could be in trouble if he's unfamiliar with the outdoors. Is he a regular escape artist, or is this his first time getting out? Here are a few things to do: • Contact nearby animal shelters. Describe Morris' identifying features, such as color or stripes or any fur markings. Do this as quickly as possible, because many shelters euthanize strays after a set number of days have passed. • Contact your veterinarian and any nearby vets to find out if Morris was brought in. If he is

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KENNY & LETTIE JOHNSON CELEBRATE 30 YEARS Kenny Johnson asked for and received Centralia Buchheit Manager John Hendrickson's help in a surprise to his wife Lettie. Thirty years ago Kenny first saw his wife while working on a ladder changing ceiling lights at Woolworth's (now the Buchheit store). In fact, Kenny claims he almost fell off the ladder when he first saw her. The surprise plan included setting up a ladder with a rose, a special card and a lighted candle for Lettie to "find." A group of friends were in on the plan and got Lettie to Buchheit's under false pretenses. Congratulations to Lettie and Kenny Johnson!

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By Larry Cox Church Sale Treasure Q: I purchased a vase at a church sale that is signed "Geo E Ohr, Biloxi, Miss." It has a glossy blue-ish glaze and a twisted design. I can't find the pottery maker in any of the reference books I have and hope you'll be able to help me. I paid $75 for it.

— Roslyn, Memphis, Tennessee A: George E. Orr opened his pottery studio in Biloxi during the late 1870s. In 1884, he exhibited 600 pieces of his work and attracted a great deal of attention, due in no small part to his unusual glazes and designs.

His techniques included twisting, folding and crinkling small pieces of thinwalled clay into odd and often innovative forms. In 1906, he closed his studio and stored several thousand pieces, which were re-discovered in 1972. Needless to say, his work is both rare and collectible. I

contacted several experts and they seem to agree that your vase could be worth as much as $2,000, perhaps much more. Your $75 investment was a good one. *** Q: Although I don't collect, I read your column frequently. I am fascinated by the variety of questions you answer, and I wonder if you ever get ones you can't. — Will, Palm Springs, California A: Yes, I do. For example, about a year ago a woman from Texas contacted me. Her father and grandfather had been dentists, and she had inherited about 200 pair of false teeth, many

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Wednesday, February 15, 2017 from the Victorian era. She wondered what they were worth. Although I did my best to find out, I was unable to take a bite out of the question. Incidentally, she had the teeth displayed on glass shelves in her living room, and I immediately had a vision of a space occupied by Cheshire cats. *** Q: I have collected beer memorabilia since the 1960s. I currently have several hundred items including signs, bottles, trays and other assorted items. Is there a club for packrats like me? — Steve, Salt Lake City, Utah

A: One of the better clubs is the Brewery Collectibles Club of America. It has more than 100 chapters with more than 1,000 members. Contact is bcca. com. *** Write to Larry Cox in care of KFWS, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803, or send e-mail to questionsforcox@aol.com. Due to the large volume of mail he receives, Mr. Cox cannot personally answer all reader questions, nor does he do appraisals. Do not send any materials requiring return mail.

• On Feb. 14, 278 A.D., Valentine, a priest in Rome, is executed for def ying Emperor Claudius II and performing marriages in secret. Claudius believed that Roman men were unwilling to join his army because of their attachment to their families, and banned all marriages. Today, we celebrate Feb. 14 as Valentine's Day. • On Feb. 13, 1633, Italian philosopher, astronomer and mathematician Galileo Galilei arrives in Rome to face charges of heresy for advocating that the Earth revolves around the Sun. Galileo remained under house arrest until his death in 1642. • On Feb. 19, 1777, the Continental Congress votes to promote five men to major general, but overlooks Benedict Arnold, who felt slighted and threatened to resign. In 1780, Arnold became the most famous traitor in American history when he offered to hand over West Point to the British. • On Feb. 16, 1894, gunslinger John Wesley Hardin is pardoned after

spending 15 years in a Texas prison for murder. Hardin was reputed to have shot and killed a man just for snoring and had probably killed at least 40 people. • On Feb. 17, 1904, Giacomo Puccini's opera "Madame Butterfly" premieres in Milan, Italy. The audience responded with hissing and yelling. Four months later, a reworked "Madame Butterfly" opened to applause, repeated encores and 10 curtain calls. • On Feb. 15, 1965, a new Canadian national flag is raised in the capital of Ottawa. In 1964, the Canadian Parliament had voted to adopt a new design, a white background with a stylized 11-point red maple leaf in its center. • On Feb. 18, 2001, NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Sr. dies at age of 49 in a last-lap crash at the Daytona 500. While vying for third place in his famous black No. 3 C h e v r o l e t , Earnhardt collided with anot her c ar, t hen crashed into a wall.

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EAGLE LIFE

Ministries by: Cliff Sanders

Taking Your Stand Jesus identified the enemy of your soul, “The thief cometh not but to steal, kill, and destroy. I have come that they may have life and have it more abundantly.” (John 10:10) Paul charges us to “put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil . . . and having done all to stand.” (Ephesians 6:1314) Four times in this passage, Paul tells us to stand. The MerriamWebster Dictionary defines “stand” with such terms as, “to take or be at rest in an upright position, to remain stationary or unchanged, to be steadfast, to act in resistance, endure.” In writing to the church in Philippi, Paul uses the term again, “Therefore, my beloved, and longed for brethren, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, beloved.” (Philippians 4:1) Paul tells us that we are at war, but our weapons are spiritual, not of the flesh. Identify these areas of taking a militant stand. STAND FAST IN YOUR HEAVENLY CITIZENSHIP. “For our citizenship is in heaven,

1. Is the book of Malachi in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From 1 Kings 19, what prophet experienced an earthquake while standing on a mountaintop? Paul, Ahab, Andrew, Elijah 3. Who was the first

from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior the Lord Jesus Christ.” (Philippians 3:20) Paul, with tears in his eyes, said, “many walk as enemies of the cross of Christ.” (Philippians 3:17-20) Like ancient Cain, who slew his brother Able, they lived for the things of the earth. Stand fast as a citizen of heaven. You have the hope of eternal life and a new glorious body awaiting you. Stand fast in liberty. (Galatians 5:1) STAND FAST IN UNITY. “I implore Euodia and I implore Syntyche to be of the same mind.” (Philippians 4:2-3) A united front is a force to be reckoned with. Harmony is the atmosphere of the Holy Spirit. But Christian unity comes “in the Lord.” We are “one in the Lord.” STAND FAST IN THE JOY OF THE LORD. “Rejoice in the Lord always . . . rejoice.” (Philippians 4:4) Don’t

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allow people or circumstances to steal your joy. Stand and rejoice in the Lord. If you don’t know what else to do — praise and worship. STAND FAST IN LOVE. Love is the greatest force in the world because, “God is love.” Paul admonishes us to steadfastly display this fruit of love, “Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand.” (Philippians 4:5) Martin Luther King said, “Let no man pull you low enough to hate him.” The love chapter tells us, “Love never fails.” (I Corinthians 13:4-8) Jesus the embodiment of love prayed for those who crucified him, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” STAND FAST IN PRAYER. Prayer dissipates anxiety and worry. “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer . . . let your requests be known to God.” (Philippians 4:6-7) Stand and resist the devil in prayer. “Therefore, submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.” (James 4:7) Paul reminds us that we are in a spiritual battle against the forces of Satan. We are to put on

all the armor of God. “And having done all to stand . . . praying always with all prayer . . . in the Spirit.” (Ephesians 6:13, 17-18) In the Lord’s Prayer, Jesus taught us to take a militant stand against the enemy when we pray, “Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.” (Matthew 6:9-10) To pray forcefully brings heaven’s power to earth. There would be more victories on earth if believers would take a more militant stand in prayer. (Matthew 11:12) Are you taking your stand on God’s Holy Word? An old hymn reminds us of our militant stand against the dark forces of evil. “Onward, Christian soldiers! Marching as to war, with the cross of Jesus, going on before; Christ, the royal master, leads against the foe; Forward into battle, see His banners go!” We have His Word, “Yet in all these things, we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.” (Romans 8:37)

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by Samantha Weaver • It was 20th-century American writer and political activist Max Eastman who made the following sage observation: "It is the ability to take a joke, not make one, that proves you have a sense of humor." • Have you ever wondered why a "down" in American football is called that? In the early days of the sport, when the ball carrier was tackled, he was

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You don’t like rejection. But instead of trying to “ram” your ideas through to an unreceptive audience, stand back and wait for a more favorable environment later this month. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Job commitments call for the tidy Taurean to charge into those problemplagued projects and get them into shape. Then go ahead and enjoy the fun and friendships of your expanding social life. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The pressures of the workplace are beginning to ease. While you still need to stay connected to your ongoing commitments, you’ll be able to take more time to relax with family and friends. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You might feel that you need to prove how much you can do. But be careful not to take on more than you can handle, or you risk being bogged down. An Aries has a message for you. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Financially it could be a little tight for a while. So resist the urge to splurge on things you don’t really need. There will be time enough to indulge yourself when the money squeeze eases later this month. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You demand trust from others. But someone is creating a situation that could put your own trustworthiness in question. Be sure to keep all lines of communication open. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A problem delays the recognition that

you hoped to receive for your hard work. But all will soon be resolved. Remember to make patience your watchword this week. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Those wonderful ideas could expand your workplace prospects and ultimately lead you on a new career path. Your personal life also opens up new vistas. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) So much seems to be swirling around you these days that you might find it hard to focus on priorities. Best advice: Take things one at a time, and you’ll get through them all. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Work out situations with what you have, and avoid the temptation to create complications where they don’t exist. This applies both at home and in the workplace. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Keep your keen senses open to possible changes in personal and/or professional situations. Knowing what might lie ahead gives you an edge on how to handle it. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Personal pressures at work could create a problem with your performance. Best advice: Focus on the job ahead of you. If necessary, you can deal with the other issue later. BORN THIS WEEK: Like your fellow Aquarian Abraham Lincoln, you have a way of handling the most difficult situations with grace and conviction.. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

supposed to yell "Down!" to avoid getting hit by other players. • If you're like one-third of American vacationers, you spend at least some time cleaning your holiday lodgings upon arrival. • In many Mediterranean countries, a typical breakfast consists of some combination of the following: tomatoes, olives, cheese, bread and hard-boiled

Wednesday, February 15, 2017 eggs. • The Guinness Book of World Records (now known simply as Guinness World Records) is so named because in 1951, Sir Hugh Beaver, the managing director of the Guinness Breweries, wanted to settle an argument over whether the golden plover or the red grouse was the fastest game bird in Europe. Unable to find the answer in reference books, Beaver realized that there must be many such questions debated in pubs, but no reference book to settle them. Another Guinness employee recommended professional factfinders (and twin brothers) Norris and Ross McWhirter

to compile such a book. The first edition was printed in 1954, and all 1,000 copies were given away. • It was a New Yorker named William Shepherd who patented the first liquid soap. The recipe? One pound of soap, 100 pounds of ammonia solution and enough water for the mixture to reach the consistency of molasses. Thought for the Day: "I love America more than any other country in this world, and, exactly for this reason, I insist on the right to criticize her perpetually." — James Baldwin © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

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24 HOURS A DAY License # 191-000867

Brad J. Decker CPA (618) 548-7773

For A Low Price, Quality Vehicle, Come See Me

35 Years Experience

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Wednesday, February 15, 2017

433 South Locust Street Centralia, IL 62801 618-532-4709 Mon.-Fri. 7:30 - 5:00 Sat. 8-12 3-1 Closed Sun.

COINS

WE BUY & SELL!

JIM'S COIN SHOPPE 135 E. BROADWAY

CENTRALIA 618-532-1558 3-22

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I SELL LAND, I WON’T JUST LIST IT! CONTACT SHANE WITH YOUR LISTING TODAY! SOLD •CLINTON COUNTY, IL - 63 acres. Nice home and guest house. 2 lakes, timber, great deer hunting just outside of town. SOLD •FAYETTE, IL - 29.82 acres. CRP, 6 acres of pasture for food plots, great home or cabin building site. SOLD •FAYETTE COUNTY, IL - 228 acres. 100 acres of tillable, mature timber, giant rubs all over property, building sites. SOLD •MONTGOMERY COUNTY, IL - 267 acres. Tillable, timber, 7 acre lake, located on a dead end rd. 50 min. from St. Louis. SOLD •MONTGOMERY COUNTY, IL - 445 acres. Tillable, timber, great return on your investment with over 3.5-4% return. SOLD •BOND COUNTY, IL - 57 acres. 15 tillable, great deer hunting, camping trailer, tractor and all implements included.

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SOLD•MARION COUNTY, IL - 56 acres with log cabin. Illinois recreational tract with log cabin and 5 acre lake. Loaded with whitetails and turkeys this is a nice hunting property and the lake offers great fishing and swimming in the hot summer.

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SALE PENDING•JEFFERSON COUNTY, IL - 30 acres. All tillable, great locations for home or buildings, county water, electric, good rd. frontage, $4200 an acre.

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NEW •JOHNSON/POPE COUNTY, IL - 200 acres. 130 acres CRP, rest in Timber established food plots, great home or cabin sites. Nice lake sites and over ran with deer, boarders Shawnee National Forest. $399,000

NEW •MARION COUNTY, IL - 45 acres. All timber, established food plots, great home or cabin sites, nice lake sites and full of deer. Close to Kinmundy $153,000. SOLD •JEFFERSON COUNTY, IL - 73 acres. All timber, dead end private road, $3,100 per acre.

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NEW •JEFFERSON COUNTY, IL - 10 acres with 800 sq. ft. home, new plumbing, new hot water heater, new roof and more, 5 min. east of Mt. Vernon but in Webber Twp. so taxes still low, mostly timber and country living close to town, $120,000.

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NEW •JEFFERSON COUNTY, IL - 62 acres. Located on a dead end rd., 3 acre lake, very mature timber great deer hunting. $3400 an acre.

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CONTACT SHANE TODAY! 10 Years Land Sales Experienc e! $50 Million In Land Sales... Over $4 Million In Sales In 2016!

SHANE YEARIAN • Land Specialist - IL

(618) 830-2825

Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

syearian@trophypa.com

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